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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-08-24
LOCAL BREYITIEs.
There is some talk of the establishment of
soap factory here

There is some talk of the establishment of
a soap factory here.
A democratic mass meeting lie to be held at
Fairfax G. H. at the September court and
the county chairman has been requested to
invite some member of Congress TO address
the people on the Issues of the canvass.
Marriage llcenses were issued in Washing
ton yesterday to Henry Jackson and Nellie
strother, both ofLoudoun county Emanuel
Clark and Martha Carter, both Of Loudoun;
Robert Jackson, of Oraoge Court House,
and Emma Rebecca Herrod, Of Washington.
The colored Baptist Association, which has been
in session here since Wednesday evening last Will
adjourn to-night. Large numbers of colored peo-
Pile from the surrounding country have been IN
the city attending the meetings.
Mr.. Samuel Devaughn, son of Mr.. John L. De-
vaughn, of this city, has secured position IN the
IN Ill bag repair rooms in the gen eral postofflce
building in Washington at salary OF so per
month.
A small white boy, named Archie Form shill'
fell overheard from the Pioneer ills wharf this
morning and would have drowned had not MIR. Z.
W. Wattles jumped into the river and rescued him.
Mr.. J. T. Hill has given to Messrs. VIM. Sutton
and Geo. Baker the contract for building three
six-room frame dwellings on Payne street, be-
tween King and Cameron.
Mr.. J. D. Kennedy, of this city was in Lynch
burg yesterday arranging for game of baseball
between the Alexandria and Lynchburg clubs.
The prices for wheat are daily advancing and
there is great activity in the market. Prices are
nov higher than they have been since 1854.
Jas. Dudley colored, was badly hurt this MORN
ing By treading on lsth tack which stuck in his
heel. He was attended by DR.. Brdsall.
Attention is called TO the advertisements Of the
sale of valuable real estate to take place to MOI
row.
Watermelons are now in the height of season
and to-day fne large ones sold at 10 cents apiece.
Mr. " w. Power shipped to day five barrels Of
the celebrated brand of Crystal -four to a friend
in St. Johns, New Foundland. ! his flour was
ground in Virginia. and is sold by Messrs. j. T. &
j. G. Beckham. of this CITY.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-08-24
Appointments.

Rooms STATE DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE.
ALEXANDRIA, VA, Aug "a, 1888.
The following appoint ments for public speaking
are announced by authority
Where not otherwise indicated, the speaking
viii be at the county Seats
The democratic papers of the State are request
ed to copy.
RICHARD F. BEIRNE (e!ector -at-la rge).
Fauquier, Monday, August 81.
GILMoR S. KENDALL.
Richmond co., Monday, Sept. 3.
Northumberland, Monday, Sept. 10.
Lancaster, Monday, Sept. IT.
Westmoreland, Monday, Sept. "a.
TAzEwELL Elicit telector).
Chesterfield, Monday, Sept. 10.
New Kent, Thursday, Sept. 13.
Goochland, Monday, Sept. II.
Hanover, Wednesday, Sept. 10.
King William, Monday, Sept. "a.
MIcAJAH WOODS (elector).
Greene. Wednesday, Sept. -.
Rockingham, Monday. Sept. IT.
Page Monday, Sept. "a.
Madison, Thursday, Sept. 27.
H ST C. TUCKER.
Fluvsnna, Monday, Aug. 27.
Allegheny, Monday, Sept. 3.
Appomattox, Thursday, Sept. s.
Buckingham. Monday, Sept. 10.
The committee also has pleasure in announcing
that Hon. Messrs Tarsney of Michigan, and AL
LEM of Mississippi, will speak at Accomack, Aug.
South Carolina, at Augusta August 81. and Mr..
Speaker Carlisle at Rockbridge Sept 3.
JOHN S BARBOUR Chairman.
w " SCOTT Secretary.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-08-24

TaE CONGRESSIONAL CONVENTION =
Chairman Heaton, of The district democratic
Committee, was in the city to-day on politi-
ca business. Ia reference to the proposed
change Of place, from the Warrenton Springs
lotbis city, for holding the congressional
c5aven'ion. be said his committee would
probably meet at Orange G H on Monday,
greu he question would be definitely set
tied He also said that as but few delegates
would attend the convention and its bust
ness he transacted in q short tune, he
thought such delegates would like to spend
.day at toe springs, aud, therefore, was in
favor of holding the convention ihere-still
be was wilog 10 have it in this city If the
other members of the committee wanted the
change. He further said that the people of
Alexandria ought to be willing that the con-
venrop- be held at other places sometimes,
as they had b-en held in this city regularly
for twenty yeBrs
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-08-24

FAIRFAX MEDICAL SocIETY.-At the an
nusl meeting Of Inc Fairfax County Medical
Society, held last week, the following Off
cers wee elected President, DR.. Warner 1;
1t Eics President, DR.. Brooks; I'd Vice
President, DR. Leieh Recording Secretary,
Dr.. Green Corresponding Secretary, DR..
; ;. Simpson Treasurer, DR.. Detwi!er.
ilrs. Warner and 8 Simpson were elected
delegates to the State Medical Society st
Norfolk. Falls Church was selected as the
next meeting place.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-08-24

PERSONAL Mr.. ]. Frank Carlin. of this
,,r i. very sick al the Continental Hotel,
Nav York where he had gone on pleasure
Wi., Mamie Yohe has returned from
MARYLAND where she has been visiting
The fredericksburg Free Lance says: "Mr.
same G Brent, member of the bar OF
seIaodria, aud the Commemorative At.
m,1,r of Alexaadris were in the city yes
A. a reeent germ an given at Capon Springs
By Mrs. Geo II. Newton ard Mrs. A. r
;ranby. of Norfolk, Messrs. L. G. Barley
and J. W. Avery, of this city, were among
!te guests
NIB. G. DdIauy, of Fauquier county,
who recently returuei from Europe, is now
s.lbe White sulphur springs.
Mr. Eugene B Ia lor who recently left
here for a trip through Europe, was taken
IN shortly af er reaching Englsnd and re-
turned to New York, where he now is. He
i. expected home in day or two.
Mr. George Wise has gone to Front Royal
ior short STAY.
Mr.. Louis Zeisse and wife, of Phiiadel-
pbis, are in the CITY
Mrs He5selius Smith has gone to Centreville to
visit her sister, and Mr.. Smith left yesterday
or Two weeks sojourn in the mountains.
Mr. aud Mrs. q. Vim. Ramsay have returned
from Atlantic City
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-08-24

Victory PREDICTED.-Senator ELECT B,r
bOur Representative Tucker and W. w.
Scott secretary of the Virginia democratic
committee, were at the Capitol in Washing
lou yesterday TO secure speakers for the
democratic canvass in that State. MIR. Scott
says the campaign in Virginia will be con-
Quoted with all the push aud vigor of the
'as' presi ienlial race, aud that the demo
cratic forces are falling into line in a man.
aer that indicates complete victory.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-08-24

;, IAE OPERA HoUsE.-Mr. john Thomp-
w, wv The we'll known comedisn. with bis
ISS 'n'e company will appear at the Opera
TT s Saturday night in "a Huge Joke"
i ,as play Is said to b. full of humorous say
''ss sud amusing sitnations
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-08-24

RECORD PREPARED. "A COPY of the rec
va wa OF the trial in the Billy" Williams
t sa has been prepared and is now in the
cauus Of Messrs. J. r. Cation AID ]. 81.
n. counsel for the prisoner, who pro
pCSe to prepare at once petition for writ
VI W error. The copy is quite voluminous
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-08-24

IMITATION. Mr.. NJ. B. Harlow, presi-
Vel Csat OF the T. A. Hendricks Democratic
quo OF this city, has received au invitation
ION Mr.. John Boy lie, corresponding secre
G Csfy Of the Washington Central Democratic
.ommittee, for his club to attend grand
'alhaaliou meeting to he held in Washing
"u Oh the Oh Of September next.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-08-24

he POLICE report last night as being
rear and cool with one prisoner at the sta
lon house Phe only case before acting
Mayor Sweeney this morning was that { t
'eo Washington, coored, arrested by Oft
ce' Jones charged with breaking into the
OUT house of Mr.. VIM. Wood and stealing
lO' thereirom. He WAS discharged for
Want Of evidence.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-08-24

tic RETURNED -Four members of the
I0'omac Boat Club OF Washington yester-
Jay towed to this city the four cared gig
winch they mad borrowed from the Old Do
a'alon Club for use in the Potomac river
regatta. Upon the arrival of the boat here
t o, crew was received by members of the
va Dominion and entertained.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-08-24

st.'e''' ----~a-r----
a.1,rs Gxo. c. PRICE The news of
H. .5 .,h OF Mr. George Crook Price at
,a' T- ii. 0bispo, Cal, on June % last.
80 -. - here Yesterday ard WAS mentioned
cru t2gTrR He wa9 born In this city
% ~ 'o, r. 1921. was a son of the late Da-
% 5,i.a VINO die d in 1861, and brother
'a ln l.ie tx Mayer w. B. Price, and of
o. W ~. cbas ;. Price of this city. In the
is' ''ci war he served as captain in the
st sasra,e army. and was in active SER
l .. 5ariog the four years struggle. After
I1Is''. ar, he resided for many years in
sss1i Tenn. then went to California
A ts.p 10 and his son engaged in the COM
F t1';on bnsiness in san Francisco. continu-
1.'i lime OF mis- death.
'3a r5 ~ Pacific Methodist in recording his
,,a'b .ays Mr. Price was one Of natures
us sbiamsn-a true type of the exemplary
C..;stian gentleman; ore who loved his
si I',a, with an affection that excluded
~ .slf.bpess. AID his family next to his
"a ~ IN All his actions and course through
us'i ba was governed by the purest Chris
,.a, .nirit, and in all the trials that beset
t t,,o nsintsined benignity OF disposition
. md gentIeness of spirit which endeared
him 10 old and young.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-08-24
EDUCATIONAL.
Arlington Institute

A BOARDING AND DAY SCHOOL FOR Girl g..
The next session will begin Thursday, Scptem-
bed Goth, 1858.
A PRIMARY DEPARTMENT FOR YOUNG
CHILDREN, with kindergarten Drill and Sing
ing, has been added, and will be under the charge
of special teacher and entirely separate from the
Preparatory and Collegiate Departments.
Catalogues, stating terms. &c. may be obtained
at French's bookstore, or on application to
Miss REBECCA C. POWELL, Principal,
aug22 toct1 621 Duke street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-08-24
G9|zette.
rornAY EVENING, AUGUST "a.

n.-.oos leaving the city can haze s;he
zr 'a7s;l4d to any address, postage prepaid,
j,iETI ny n time at the rate of fifty cruts
B: saf Ie subscribers ordering the GAZETTE
io' i TO- one postoice to another should give
~: !, I've veil as uew address.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-08-24
Bringing Gladnn>s.

81 millions, pleasing their palates and
g.. sa" n their systems, arousing their Liv-
s h., As'dneys, Stomachs. snd Bowels to q
it .nay sclisity. Such is the mission of the
Of P' California liquid fruit remedy. Syrup
b. f's'' Fer sale by E s. Leadbeater Ct
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-08-24

'h!c lily PURE CIDER vINEG Ar for sale by
j. c. MILBURN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-08-24
LOCAL MATTERS

ri. section fair, warmer weather, aOntk-
- winds.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-08-24
Opening of theP ublicSchools.

The Clerk of the City School Board will BIO at
his office in Peabody Building for the purpose of
issuing permits for entering the Public Schools
which open On September Sd, as follows:
For white chIldren-Monday and Tuesday, Sep
TENDER Sd and 4th, from a. m to 2 p. m.
For colored extraordinarily and Thurs
day, September 9th and 9th, from Il. m. to 2
p. m.
On Friday, September 7, from 9 a. M to , pm, ,
permits for white and colored children will DO is
sued.
Those wishing to secure seats for thor children
will bring their city capitaton tax receipts for
tho year 1898. aug22 I'd
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-08-24

4 1ITY TAXPAYERS.
Those desiring to save the S per cent. discount
on their bills must call at the office before Sep.
TENDER 1, 1883 The Collectors can be found at
the flee in the Market Building, room No .,
from a. m. to 5 p. IN. Respectfully,
JNO. T. HILL, Col. North. Dist.
arQ241w A. F. COX, Col. South Dist.
WHOLE and GROUND SPICES, pure and
w fresh, for sale by
aug24 j. G. M1LBURN.
GLASS FRUIT JARS for sale low by
TX aug24 J. c. MILBURN.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-07-04

ings, or gave us heartier support. II was
our pleasure to 1--we known them we'll.
They were truH friends md noble
Christian gentlsf|sn, and re know Of no
two lives more3Vprthy OF .iitation. DIR.
prewett died aGlk home in Madisonyillc.
ond year Of 0I lie was sn an ' ex.prssi
dent oil this societS, and at the time OF his
death was first yicepresidcnt OF the
Southern Dental association.
DR.. franklin died in Los Angeles, CAL,
whittier he Int teone in the hope of re.
gaining his hst1h- January ~ in the
thirty-fourth yeaiio or his age. At the time
OF his death .he. was member of the
Southern Dental association, and second
vice-president oIiuiis association.
We hope the Rociety will take suitable
steps in regard u uSpse deaths.
The executive cQmmittee have arranged
an excellent Program, and In connection
with the committee of arrangements, have
lett nothing undono 10 make this an inter-
esting and profitable meeting. We hope
each one present will feel called ON to lend
his aid.
AZ the conclusion Of the reading OF the
address the following committee was APP
pointed to report on the suggestions en-
braced in the same: Drs. A. q. White,
Morgan Adams and p. ID. Houston.
Drs. Crawford, Freeman and White
ship.
DIS. j. W. Fuller, OF Augusta, Ark, and
Morgan Adams, OF Sardis, Miss, were
elected honorary members, and an invita-
ton was extended TO all visiting dentists
and resident physicians to attend the
meetings OF the association and participate
in the discussions.
AT 1890 o'clock the meeting took re-
cess until $50 o clock pm.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-07-04
Kiiicd ia a strange w.y.

An We ask for Rising sun baking pow
der Is one trial.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-07-04
Anernoon session.

The afternoon session was devoted 10
the reading OF paper by DIR. ]. Y. Craw.
ford, OF Nashville, on "The Surgical Treat
ment OF the Mouth, Preparatory to Dental
Operations" and to a discussion of the
same by Drs. Freeman, Morgan, Beach
and Byrnes. The debate occupied the
entire afternoon and developed quite d.
ycrgence OF views.
Az 1850 o'clock gay party, composed OF
visiting and resident dentists and
invited guests Of both sexes, had as
sembed on board the steamer c.
j.. Bryan, which had been chartered
Tor the occasion. Soon the welcome sound.
"All aboard" was heard, and in n minute
or two the boat was steaming gaily up
stream, while Arnold's band filed the air
with delightful music. At the chute the
boatturned her head homeward and passed
Memphis about o o'clock, her thousands
OF gas lights and hundreds of electric
lamps gimmering in the darkness like SO
many stars and moons, and producing a
splendid effect. Down stream the boat
continued 10 glide gaily, both decks COM
iortably crowded with delighted passen.
gers, some luxurlonsly installed in chairs.
eagerly drinking In the current Of a fresh
south breeze, while others yielded 10 the
music's invitation and danced until the
last note died away.
Refreshments rwere provided in album
dance, Ice cream AMI cakes and lemonade
for the ladies' and champagne punch for
the sterncr sex.
IL was after 10 O'Clock when the boat re-
turned TO her moorhigs, terminating trip
oil the most enjoyable character.
The dentists OF Memphis who arranged
the excursion, are tobc congratulated upon
the royal entertainment provided for these
guests, all OF whom were profusc in their
expressions Of satisfaction with the trip.
Among the ladies present were: Misses
Bette Jones, Of IaGrangc; Carrie and
Annie May Burlington. Mamie Parker.
Millic Bell, Nina Rsil, iona Berry. Made
Glass, Edna, Genevieve and Mary New
born, Lizzie Johnson, Marie Bell, Mabel
ilanes, Lucy Nelson, Anna Webb, Mar.
gncritc Hampton. Sllic Looncy, Fannie
Williams, and Moslamcs ]. l.. Newborn.
r. ID. Wilson, J. G. Cammer, A. NJ. West.
J. l.. Webb and r. l.. Knox: Isidore
Webb and h. $. Byncs.
The association will hold another busi.
ness session today.
Dr. j. 4. Arlington, Of Jackson, will
read paper on "Thc Progress Of the Den.
tal Profession" and DIR. ]. l.. Newborn
will discourse on Acute Abscess and
Chronic Catarrh OF the Maxillary Sinews."
A lecture by Dr. w. II. Morgan win
occupy the time Of the afternoon session.
An We ask for Rising sun baking pow.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-07-04

CnicAoo, H.. July 3.-Louls Paulson. :
member Of the Pullman Athletic club
died this morning from the effects Of 4
singular boating accident. Sunday night
Mr.. Paulson, with three Others Of n four
oar crew Of the club, was out for a spin ON
Lake Calumet Another club membe,
was out In a single shell and both tho boats
were going at q high speed, none Of the
occupants Of either boat Icing aware OF
the fact that another boat was on the lake.
Tho collision came without n moments
warning. The single shells bow ran upon
aud across the forward deck Of the four
and the sharp bras point Of her bow
struck Mr.. paulson In The back. lust lie.
meath the shoulder blade. penetrating his
body aud cutting a CHASTITY wound three
inches In diameter aud four inches deop.
The deal young man WIS twenty-five years
OF age and an accomplished athlete.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-07-04

Read the elegant program Of Fireworks
In the display al. aud don't miss this op.
Portunity 10 seq the greatest display ever
socn IN Memphis. Jackson Mound Park,
July 9TH.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-07-04

WIZ be- found an excellent remedy for
sick headache, Carriers Little Liver Pills
Thousands u letten from people Who have
used them prove this fact. Try thom.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-07-04

TKnNs on the Kansas City road will
leave every half hour Tor jackson Mound
park, July I.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-07-04

CRowS wash blue does perfect work.
Give Il u trial.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-09-23
New Clothes and Gents Furnishings, if may be allowed
{ remark. are still in fashion at the WHEN.
represented by distinct marks. each mark iudi-

represented By distinct marks each mark indi-
eating different quality or kind OF tea. and
having q market value of its own in the country
from where IL is shipped, which separate value
however, IL NOT given In the invoice, as contem-
plated by the consular regulations IL is said,
also, that eonsigness in these cases invariably
receive private invoices from shippers giving the
price in detail of each quality ot tea. as well as
. detailed list OF charges, which are not
a. usual given in the invoices. In
support OF this last statement, attention is called
10 the fact that importers cannot place the cost
and selling marks upon their teas when an in-
voice 10 made out IN aggregate, as above stated,
but must Of necessity have other Information
for the purpose Assistant Secretary Maynard
has written letter to the collector OF customs
at New YORK on the subject. in which he says:
As tie oaths prescribed By Sec. 2641 contain a
statement TO the effect that the invoices produced
known exist the taking such oaths in of the
character above named would manfes,ly subject the
person criminal prosecution. method OF detect
ing the presence Of spurious sduterated tea In
importation Is suggested, to-wt By averaging the
aggregate value given in entire importation and II
the per pound value is thus found too low for pure
tea IL is evidence of the presence OF spurious teas IN
the importation and most careful and scientific in
spection analysis should then be made for its de-
lection. Your attention is invited 70 this matter in
order that thorough testing OF al imported teas
be made ss required by the law and regulations. and
that precautions be taken for detecting these
Illegal nportstions and the punishment OF the guilty
persons,
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-09-23

10 be attended by embarrassing cemoDstrstons
bv the German and nnti-Semefic partissns OK
the German group In the lower mouse OF tne
Diet The German members OF toe tienne
light professions In the emperor
honor. and IL Is proposed t1nt 10
shall receive deputations from oermsn 11
communities throughout Austria Hungary tne
Austrian authorities fear that trouble VIII sr1so
in consequences Of bands of PaD-Gesmsnists
parading the streets. singing 6srmen DsuonsA
songs and fannting the German hag. Ino TO-
cent demonstration, when He.reo: Progermen
and SteAdens left meeting whiie TIE AusfnsH
national hymn vas being sung, has oecn II
warning to the authorities. The Frsmdenolsfx
announces the decision of the authorities 10 sup
press any exhibition by any faction witnoue
Austrian senument Emperor William. tce
paper says, will find the people and their SOW
ereign united among themselves and respecting
the alliance IS necessary 70 both empires
On Oct 5 Emperor William and Emperor
Francis Joseph viii start for The Syrian Afps
for fOu- days Of hunting. King hna9 WI re
and 1t Is reported that be VIII ask an interview
with the Emperors and urge them 60 intervene
with Natalie. Count Bray, the Germsn minister
to Servia, who Is q partisan OF Milan, 10 nov
an interview. Natalie finds an ally in the Kina
OF Roumanis. BE gave her q cordial reception
at Bucharest. and on leaving her after escortang
her TO the station he said IN the hearing or sew
eral diplomats; cne ls queen huo y reile-
overwhelmed with troubles. and 1t Is right thss
/ ehould help herr - ~sf
The Cars unexpected appearance IN Poland =
amid the troops Concentrated towards the 6aii-
clan frontier las caused excitsnientin Austral-
ian circles Bis presence, hovevsr, has not
been accompanied by any movement OK troops
The Moscow Press says that the journey 60
Poland had been long arranged. the Czsr desir<
ing to sojourn for some time among the troops
the western frontier before stsssne for the
Caucasus His presence is o reminder thst the
war-cloud has not dispersed. Another reminder
is q German Russian war dictionary issued horn
the state printine-ofhoe at Vienna and dsfrio-
uted among the Austrian and German armies.
II gives dialogues n Polish and hussian reisp
ing to necessary objects required during cam
paign, especially acquisitions for provisions, ane
10 all signs used In Russian military mspk The
book has created a sensation IN 2ussia-