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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20
LOCAL RREYITIES.

TIC Perpetual Building Association last night
lo4uo: $1,000 at %.
The little child of Mr. Louis Weingaten, OF the
Portn.r Brewing Company died last nisht OF
diphtheIis.
The Erenng Ne,rS little paper that has been
published in this city for the past few months'
has suspended.
Mr.. Theo Balenger to-day sent fishing crew,
to the Gums shore where he will commence oper-
ations at once
The W. 60. 3. Co. will sell one. price round
trip tickets from this city to Lee5burg on the &C.
casion of the Confederate Veterans reunion there
At the regular meeting of Andrew jackson
Lodge of Mssoas to be held tonight the NJ W.
Grand Master Of the District Of Columbia Will DO
present.
Mr.. T T. Lucas has been given tho controct
for Furnishing the glass; china &c, to be USED at
tee Confederate Veterans reunion 1t Leesburg on
next Tues lay.
Williams, alias Crusoe, who act fire to Capsrin
Beatty barn on Monday night, has not yet been
captured. Hc has sent word to Capt. B. that II
life lasts he will kill him.
Johanuah Crotty, the woman who recently
umped from window of the Exchange Hotel,
and who was afterwards adjudged lunatic, has
been sent to the asylum at Stanton.
The handsome musical box that has boon on eI-
hbtion in the drug store Of Mr.. j. D. d. Lunt
was r. I'll ID at the Opera House restaurant last
night and was won by syndicate OF ticket hol-
ders consisting of Measrs. Hill, Brill and Lunt.
The lucky throw was 45-by mr. J. NJ Hill
Pretzfelder & Co. announce in another column
that they have on hand and ready for inspection
large line of spring goods. and invite the ladies
to call and sec for themselves, it is impossible
to enumerate the different lines OF goods they
have on their counters in the small space allotted
for their advertisements
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20
Telegraphic Brevities.

Governor Hill, of New York, signed the
worlds fair bill to1 lay.
a fearful hsi! and lightning storm pre-
vailed at B ,sil, Ind yesterday, doing much
damage.
Schneider Brothers and the Vorce and
Bee breweries at Springfield, Ohio. have
been sold to al EagIish syndicate.
The course to bs followed 10 tbs case of
the Duks of Ofleana WAS discussed by the
French Cabinet to-day, hu. 40 decision was
arrived at.
A young woman committed suicide last
Saturday by jumping ovefb BARD from the
steamship Bohemian, waicb arrived at New
York to day from Hsmburg
Fire at Black River, Nsw York, this morn
Ing. destroyed Poors OJsra House and
block, :hs postoffioa aud several stores and
dwellings. Lies about $40 900.
Forty three bodies have been taken from
the Colliery at Dec;2e, France, in which the
explosion occurred Tueedsy night Eight
miners who ars badly i.jnfsI have been
rescued.
Last night, while Marin and High Balm
erd, brothere. were working in the Molie.
geson mine, Colorado, thsy were precipi-
sated to the bottom of the shalt. a distance
of $50 feet. Both were instantly killed.
There was grand torchlight parade and
fireworks last nght at Salt Lake, Utah, in
honor of the Gentiles' city administration.
There were upwards Of 1000 men in line
and 1t was brilliant closing OF the cam.
paign.
Bishop Walker, of North Dakota, has contract
ed with the Pallmsn Company for gospel car,
with a seating capacity for eighty persons and
supplied with robing room, pulpit and font 80
that he may BIO abe to conduct services in the
country where few churches exist.
President Harrison held a reception at Pitts
| burg to-day, and tonight will dedicate the Car
| negie free library in that city.
severe snow storm is raging in the Mohawk
Valley, NY, and snow is again interfering with
railroad travel in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

RocTEs TO MOUNT NERNoN.-Ihe cur
t,y hetwesn Washington and Mount Vernon
uonld be g.idironed with railway tracks u
al the companies which have obtained
obortsrs for Mount Vsrnon railroads, or are
nov. seeking them, should put On the earth
IN irons the plans they have now designed
~ Ink on paper. Besides the Mount Yer.
nan Railway Company, OF which Mr. An
draw Jameson is manager. and Toe MOUNT
V.rnon Avenue Association, thera are now
.,nr COMPANIES chartered, or about 10 be
os.rfeItd. by the General Assembly OF Vir-
Una. wi,h t.e right 10 aake railways
from tbs Potomac bauk opposite this city
n the NIB Of Washington al thsse com-
ns,,les ate allowed to use electric, cable or
morse power. The original Mount Vernon
Riilggay il ti;a only steam railway 10 Mount
Vernon which has yet bseu chartered. Ii Is
5,,,,,,,ed 10 connect at Alexandria with the
p.posvlvacia Railway now running IRON
sigh end &. streets, in this city. The other
e,iers tsye force only from the south end
of,he h i;iges crossing the Potomac. with
N - fay DAYS bill has been introduced into
Congress for d beginniug OF Mount vernon
railway on the Washington side OF the rlVer.
The bill locates the Washington depot OF the
rosd IN the south side Of PennsyiVanla ave-
nue. 81 Fourteenth street, neatly opposite
Wilard's, and gives the railway two routes
onc dogn Fou -teenth street TO the Long
bride. and across the bridge into Vlrglnis
ard ths other south on Fourteenth street to
p street and west On B, Seventeenth, + and
Tws,.t; bird streets 10 the Washington
C,cc ~ ID rcN Oh the same tracks as:ne
Ny,sn.leton ana Georgetown road to High
q rect Georgetown, with TIE power to con
,,nus the railway west and across the Aque
anct bridge to the Virginia shore, with right
OF waV through the Arlington reservation.
Bs-idss hose land routes to Mount Vernon
me company, having monopoly ofthe river
r,ute Will soon supersede he present Mount
Vernon steamer by iuer bost.-HaSh Cor.
B1If Sun.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20
Lemon Hot Drops.

For coughs and colds take Lemon Hot Drops
For sore throat and bronchitis, take Lemon Hot
Drops.
For pneumonia and laryngitis, take Lemon Hot
Drops
For consumption and catarrh, take Lemon bot
Drops
For all throat and lung diseases, take Lemon
hot Drops.
An elegant and reliable preparation.
Sold by druggists. 25 cents per bottle. Pre-
pared by II. Motley, NJ D Atlanta, Ga.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20
A Scrap of Paper Saved Her Life.

1t was just an ordinary scrap of wrapping paper
but it saved her life. She was in the last stages
of consumption, told by physicians that she was
incurable and could live only short time; she
weighed less than seventy pounds. On piece OF
wrapping paper she read of DR.. Kings New Dis
covery, and got sample bottle; it helped her. she
bought large BOTTLE it helped her more, bought
another and grew better fast, continued its use
and is now strong, healthy, rosy, plump, weigh,
ing 140 pounds. For fuller particulars send
stamp to W. H. Cole, Druggist, Fort Smith. Trial
Bottles of this wonderful Discovery Free at Z. g.
Leadbeater & Bros.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20
LEMON ELIXIR.
Its Wonderful Effect on the Liver, Ston
ach. Bowels, Kidneys and Blood.

DR.. Mozley's Lemon Elixir is pleasant lemon
drink that positively cures all Biliousness. Con-
situation, Indigestion, Headache Malaria, Kidney
Disease, DIZZINESS Colds. Loss of Appetite, Fe'
ve,s, Chils, Blotches, Pimples, Pain in Back, Pal.
pitaon of Heart, and all other diseases caused by
disordered liver, stomach and kidneys, the first
great cause of all fatal diseases. Fifty cents and
one dollar por bottle Sold by druggists. Prepared
only by Il Mozley n. D.. Atlanta, Ga.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

THE FRIENDSHIP FLAG The Friendship
Fire Company held meeting last night
aod adopted hlg for the company which
will be thrown to the breezs from the pole
on their engine house on tie morning of the
22i. The flag is handsome United States
Tag 9xl4 feet with Is stars in the 6eld-that
number being selected, IS at the time of the
organization of he Friendship Company 10
IVA there were but thirteen States.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20
Sioht Restored.

Mr.. A. K. Hawkes.: Dear Sir-About
one year ago my sight began to fail, with
the usual Symphonic, viz: after reading for
a short time my eyes became confused and
there seemed to be dimness before them,
also accompanied with painsin the eye ball.
Being satisfied that glasses were impera.
lively demanded, applied to you for them
and, am happy to say, with wonderful re-
suits, for after having worn your crystal
lied lenses for short time my eyes re
gained their accustomed strength, and can
now read the finest print for hours with
perfect ease without glasses.
P. s. SP1LLER,
Clerk In Land Office.
For sale by L. Stabler & Co., druggists
Alexandria Va.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20
LOST AND FOUND.

CTRAYED AWAY-sundsy. Feb. 16, SMALL
\ BROWN DOG, with yellow breast, ono eye,
wearing nickel collar. The huder will receive
a suitsblo reward by returning the dog to
feb19 St VIM GRAY.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

Stonebraker's Linment is the Standard
remedy of these parts.
E A. WILSON & Co..
Palasine, W. Va.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

A PREMIUM FOR THE INTERNATIONAL
~ WEEKLY ILLUSTRATED LADIES JOUR-
Nall, the undersigned, as local manager for
this compsny, wish to inform the people Of Alex
sadris aud particularly our sub 'cribers. that We
will pay 500 to any person who will prove that
we do not fulfil our promises in regard to the
gratis prize described in our prospectus publish
also that will be here tomorrow, the 21st, de-
livering to our Subscribers the continuation OF
our ournal. o
IT VIM. Blu bAE.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20
THESE PRICES WILL HOLD GOOD FOB
woNE WEEK oNLY.-@N
Remomber and don't delay-come early and
your choice.

W Ny closiag.ous sale as Advertised owing
10 dissolution in business las been crowned with
snccess beyond expectation, and have therefore
concluded to continue this sale for another week
in order to enable my patrons to avsii theMseiVe7
Of another chance for more bargains, which .he
exhibit. at my place at glance will show Inc
on.st;on may arise 10 the minds of many why
AZ this closing out sale proven such success
Simply because the prices we offer these gooos al
once couvinces the trade tat moan buainess'
and give the public bargains, and no humous,
have lust returned from Philadelphia where
have purchased many drives now on exhibit at
nv counter. marked vt low figures Come, every
body, and convince yourselves.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

sHILOH'S COUGH and Consumption Cure il
sold by us on guarantee. 1t cures Consumption
E. s. Leadbeater s. Bro. agents.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20
CoRPoR ALTON FISH WHARF

CORPORATION FibH Whale
will be rented for the ensuing nine months. Tho
rentor will be required to furnish material for
and lay platform, sufficient to accommodate the
trade All psss~ays must be kept open and free
from ob,truct The rcn or TO erect no build
nps within less STAGE than 10 feet from tho
south front No privilege for ths sale of liquors
will be granted inconsistent with the laws OF tho
city on that su' ject
The rentor will DO required 10 remove the offal
within 4S hours and none OF it shall be thrown
into he river.
1890. " -
No bids will be considered u, less the bidders
shall be known or vouched for to the auctioneer
as responsible.
The right to reject any or all bid' is reserved.
All ARTICLES landed on the wharf for the use Of
the city to be free from wharfage
Terms Cash, payable in US. currency, gold or
silver coin.
By order Of the Joint Committee OIL Public
Property. F2ENCH SMOOG, Chairman.
Immediately after the rental of the Fish Wharf,
the Committee on Pub ic Prop rty, by authoriy
of Joint resolution of the titg I'M IL pass
November - 1889, will offer for rent subject 70
the provisions of said resolution. and wbicn will
be announced the day of SALE the
sQUARE OF GROUND,
bounded by Oronoeo, Pendletou, Union and the
river, known as the American Coal Wharf
On the same day, the Commissioners Of the
Sinking Fund will offsr the
FISH BENCHES
in the Market equare for rent for the ensuing
wear, from March /, 1890 to March 1, 1891.
feb19.td.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

Ladies, clean your kid gloves with Math.
er's Glove Cleaner. For sale only at Lead
bester's drug store.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

SLEEPLESS NIGHTS made miserable by thai
terrible cough. Shilohs Cure is the remedy fol
you. E. 8. Leadbeater 81 Bro, Agents.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

WILL YOU SUFFER with Dyspepsi and Liver
Complaint? Shiloh's Vitalizsr is guaranteed to
cure you. E. S. Leadbeatsr & Bro, Agents.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

Chills and fever of three years standing
cured by Simmons Liver Regulator.-E.
Watkins, Watkins House. Uptonvile, KY.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

THAT HACKING COUGH can DO so quickly
cured by Shiloh's Cure We guarantee it. E. D.
Leadbeater s. Bro, Agents.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20
FOR SALE AND RENT.
By Z. t Lucas. Aucsioneer.

J1IsE WHARF FOR RENT and AMERICAN
4 COAL COMPaNY'S WHiEF BY AUCTION
At Il o'clock n on SATURDAY, March 1st
1890, in front OF the new Market Building, on
Roual ctrnpE tho
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

Mr.. ]. r Cation has gone to Lynchburg
on professional business.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

If you want to enjoy your meals strength
en- your digestion With Simmons Liver Regu
lator.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

I have tried every brand of insect powder
that is sold in the market, with but poor re-
suite, until used Slonebraker's, which rid
my premises OF bugs, reaches and vermin
after the first application. have never
seen such quick work of cleaning "em" out
Yours respectfully,
a CowMAN,
Waverly, Md.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20
LOCAL NEWS.
THURSDAY EVENING. FEBRUARY %.

For this section colder, clearing weather, north,
We terly winds, colder fair weather Friday 20 Il
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

Take Simmons Liver Regulator. One
dose is worth 100 dollars.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

Mr.. Willie Steuernsgel, whose illness has
been mentioned, it is thought Is improving.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

Szs-A regular communication OF Andrew jack
son Lodge, No 12O. A, F. 6 a. NJ will be held
this evening, at 71a o'clock. The NJ. W. Grand
Master of the District of Columbia with other Wis.
itors will be present. All Master Masons in good
standing a'e invited to be present. Every mem.
Der of No. / 20 should be in attendance
By order Of the Worshipful Master.
1t E. 6LEXANDER. Secretary.
IS. 7BYsTALINE GLASS;"
- a brand-new departure in Glassware.
Something entirely new, rich in color, beautiful
IL design aud, best OF all, VERY CR zap. On
exhibition and for sale at our store. Call and get
prices before purchasing elsewhere.
ieb20 E.J. MILLER s. SON.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

Are you nervous or debilteted? A. B. c.
Tonic guaranteed to repair all worn tissues.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20
fFrom The { hristian Advocate

From The Christian Advocate ]
Mr.. A. k Hawkes. has gained national repu-
tation as practical optician, and his celebrated
spectical and patent spring eye glasses are known
throughout the United States. We are writing
this article with pair of his new crystalizsd
lenses, and they seem to as transparent as light
itself with them the finest print is as clear as in
YOUTH Editor Christian Advocate, Dallas, Tex.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

For horse collie Simmons Liver Regulator
ia known to be the best remedy.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAs.-At Yesterday g
session of the Grand Lodge of Knights of
Pythiss, at Suffolk, the following officers
we're elected for the ensuing year: b. +.
Chase, of Norfolk, past grand chancellor {;
LEONARD Marbury, of Alexandria, grand
chancellor W. J. Oliver, of Staunton. grand
vice chancellor; w. T. Lithgow, of Man
chester, grand prelate T. l.. Courtney, of
Richmond, grand master OF excheqner ;
Walter a. Edwards, of Norfolk, grand keeper
nj records and seals; Isaac Digs of West
Poiut. grand master-at. arms w. l. Nc
Leoa, OF Suffolk, grand inner guard Joseph
A. Milton. ofWinchsster, grand outer guard.
Tue above officers were duly installed by
5apreme-R representative D J. Turner. To.
dsy was gaia day with the Pythians
of Suffolk. A number of uniformed knights
9rom Norfolk. Portsmouth, aud Hampton
were there and united with Withera DiVi-
sion No. Z, in parade. The Grand Lodge
will adjourn this afternoon, and at nient q
banquet will BIS served by the Snti9lk
Knights to the members of the Grand Lodge
and other visiting brethren.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

Kidn affections of years standing cured
by Simmons Liver Regulator.-J.W. Poynts.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

NoR sALE-A VERY DESIRABLE RESI-
Il DENCE ten rooms, in excellent repair, hoat-
ed by furnace in cellar, but arranged to use stoves
il desired gas throughout the house, hot and
cod water in kitchen and bath; location good {;
price So, 300 Also LOT in N +. Washington.
For further particulars inquire at 40S south Fair.
fay street feb4 I'm
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[Rishop Gregg,s Letter. ]

SEwANEE, Tenn, August 70, 1857.
Mr.. A. T. HairkeS:
Sir have been using your glasses for the
greater rart of two years; am much impressed
with their superiority, and take pleasure in COM
mending them for long use and perfect sight
where that is possible. Respectfully,
ALEX. GREGG.
Bishop Episcopal Church and Chancellor of the
University OF the South.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

OPERA EoUsE.-Lsst night the New York
Theatre Company presented, for the first
time, ia this city. Denmsu Thompson's
comedy, "Joshus Whitcomb," and put it on
in excellent style. Mr.. W. J. COUGHS in
personatioa Of the character and his quaint
surroundings compared favorably with
that of Denmau Thompson himself. 10
night the same company will present Lot
ts's masterpiece, m Liss," with Miss Morti
mer in the title role.
As will be seen elsewhere 1.-THE Night
Owls" will make their first appearance here
next Monday. The company Is large and
comes we'll recommended.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

A stitch in time Take simmons Liver
Regula tor and prevent sickness.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

q severe snow storm is raging in the Mohawk
Valley, NY, and snow is again interfering with
railroad travel in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

POLICE REPoRT.-Lsst night VAS rainy
end mild w' TWO prisoners and six dodgers
at tie station house.
Tae mayor this morning disposed of the
following cases:
Emma Groves, arrested by officer Taylor
for being drunk and disorderly, was sent to
the work house for so days.
Wade Perry, colored, arrested by Lieut..
Smith and officers Price, Grady and Davis
ror vagrancy, was sent to the chain gang for
so days
VIM. Keith, colored, charged with disor
derry conduct and with throwing filth 10
public alley, was dismissed With a repri'
mand
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

y1OR RENT-The THREE STORY BRICK
4 WAREHOUSE No. 113 King street. recently
occupied by G. s. Taylor jr. Possession given
auS19 ff &C. sMooT & SONS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

The WRONG MAN -Last night Lieut.
Smi:h and Officers Price, Grady and Davis
surrounded the barn beorgiog to Wm.
Gray, Just northwest of this CITY, and cap
tured colorad man namei Wsde Perry.
The raid vas made under the impression
that Perry, who bad been seen about the
barn Tor the past few nights, was Crusoe,
VINO, it is believed, SET fire on Monday night
last TO Capt Bestty's barn, in Fairfax coun.
ty Perry was brought to the station house
and this morning was sent to jail for 30 days
as vsgrsDt. He had 10 hs possession a
peir Of live chickens, which it is believed he
stole in the ueighborhood.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

HlOOTH Blush Es-A very large assortment OF
Il fine Tooth Brushes just received by
ion1T WAKEFIELD & HALL
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1890-02-20

The MEAT B1LL.-The law requiring all
fesh meats brought to this or any other
ci,y in toe State from distance olone hun
dr.d miles or over goes into eifectMarch 1st,
npc Judge ]. X. NJ Norton, Of the Corpora
tiou Court, has the appointment OF an ln-
spector of nests for this city. The inspec.
10, receives oGe cent for every pound OF
meat inspected goes to the STATE
o. Vi,ginia-and it is estimated that the
Office VII! pay handsomely. The Governor
s;poed the bill Yesterday, and already there
,re several app ica,ione for the position.
Il understood that the bill will not be opera
tive unless upon petition of 8 certain number of
citizens If this is true it is hoped the required
number of signatures will not be secured in this
city for already the butchers say that tho effect OF
the bill will be to raise the price OF meal to the
consumer without benefting the prodU or.