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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23
LOCAL BREYITIES.
A merry Christmas to all.


No paper will be issued from this
office on NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. Day.
The Portner Brewing Company to.
day distributed turkeys to its EN-,
ployees.
st. Paul's Church Sunday School held
their Christmas celebration this even
ing.
The electric cars will run to New
Alexandria tomorrow Sunday on
schedule time.
The Telephone Exchange will be
closed on Christmas Day from noon till
10 O'Clock p. m.
The children of Christ Church Sun
day school held their Christmas cele-
bration this evening.
Services will be held at 6 a. m. Mon
day Christmas Day. in the Methodist
Protestant Church.
The Deis furniture mandatory at
New Alexandria will close down this
evening for the holidays.
An electric car ran into a country
wagon on upper King street yesterday,
but only damaged it slightly.
The pupils of the Potomac Academy
gave the principal, Mr.. ]. S. Blackburn,
handsome arm chair as Christmas
present.
Books for receiving subscriptions to
the Washington, Virginia and Mary
land Ferry Company were opened to-
day at the Office of Mr.. J. r. Cation.
Mr.. L. II. McKinster, of Upperville,
has sold his dwelling and farm of "a
acres, charming site for summer
residence, to Mrs. Susan Wheat, of this
city.
The turkey-shooting match on We'd
nesday night between B. Arlington,
Jesse Penn, VIM. Pruitt and Robert
Davis was won by the latter after a
close contest.
Drs. Jones, O'Brien and Gatewood
last night performed an operation on the
throat of Albert, the little son of Mr..
]. T. Johnson, who is suffering with
membranous Group.
A change in the schedule of the Vir-
ginia Midland Railway will go into eff
feet tomorrow. The most important
change is in the arrival and departure
of passenger trains on the Manassas
branch. Trains will hereafter leave
here at $40 p. m. and will arrive at
Sis am.
Messrs. Geo. Aud and G.. X. Pickett,
who were appointed by the Fairfax
Supervisors a committee to manage the
building of the new iron bridge over
Hunting creek, have employed Mr.. D.
]. Howell as engineer, and have sub
mitted to him all the plans and specif-
cations for the bridge.
The children's ward at the AleXan-
dria Infrmary was thrown open this
evening and was visited by many of the
children of the city who took with
them presents and donations to be used
in maintaining the ward. The occasion
was very happy one and the little
ones seemed to take great pride in their
work.
The schooner Ellen Tobin, which was
sunk off Georgetown during one of the
storms last fall, and which had been
raised, was towed to this city this MORN
ing, but as the tide was too low for the
vessel to be gotten on the ways at the
ship yard she was towed back to the
flats, north of the city, where she will
remain till the water is sufficiently high
for her to be hauled out on the ways.
The inspection of Rathbone Division u R..
K. of P, will be held on January 10th by
Major Donati, of Richmond
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23

CHARTER.-Judge Norton has grant
ed charter to the American Sanitary
and Manufacturing Company, the OBJ
jects of which are to manufacture, buy
and sell articles made under certain
patents, especially garbage recepta-
Giles. The capital stock is to be sos, 900,
divided into shares of IS each and the
principal Office is to be in this city with
Mr.. ]. S. Beach as agent. ]. L. John
son is president and H. B. Nailor, trea-
surer, both of Washington.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23

OPERA HoUsE.-The version of Uncle
Toms Cabin interpreted by Stetson's
Double Monster Company, will be ex-
hibited here Thursday evening. Every
act will be presented with new and
elaborate scenery. The excellent COM
pany, two comical Topsies, and two
ludicrous musical Marks, the elegant
scenery, the novel mechanical effects,
the ferocious bloodhounds, two brass
bands and the celebrated Lone Star
Quartette will all unite in making the
engagement most notable one.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23
POLICE CoURT.-Justice Ihompsc

POLICE CoURT.-Justice Thompson
presiding.-The following cases were
disposed of this morning:
Samuel Cummings, colored, arrested
by Officer Sherwood charged with
breaking into the house of Robert r.
Williams, colored, was dismissed for
lack of evidence.
George Stearns, arrested by Officer
Travers, charged with stealing country
produce from f. w. Fairfax, was dis
missed.
Norman Williams, colored, arrested
by Officers Ferguson and Smith, charged
with disorderly conduct, had his case
continued.
Night Report.-Last night was clear
and cool. Four prisoners and seven
teen dodgers were at the station house.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23
dec23 dts.

CLEVELAND AND WALLSTREET have
" spoken in thunder tones on the Silver
Bill Congressman and Senators have blowcd
there horns until they look like Dutch flag
after hard fought battle; States have pro-
tested against repeal so loud that Queen
Honey Cooler, of Honolulu, refused to be re-
stored on her throne for fear that Brother
Blount would pay her salary in silver; but
what did it all amount to? Silver is still the
poor manss friend and the rich mans love, and
to prove what say will at JOHN II. NAY
LORS. Headquarters. give for one Silver
Standard Dollar, one hundred aud two cents
worth of ]. C. SCHAFFER & CO.'S Celebrated
Frankfort and Hanover SAUSAGE, Green
and New Process Sausage Meat, Plain and
Ham Bologna, Head Cheese, all kinds of
Fresh and Sailed Pork, Pure Lard, Sauer
Kraut, German Cheese, Sailed Shad and Hol-
land Herring. dec2l st
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23

A GENERAL HOLIDAY will be OBJ
served on Monday next christmas
Day, and among the business COM
munity it will be, as it generally is
hereabouts, dies non. The employees
at the railroad depots will observe the
occasion, while those of the various
branches of industry throughout the
city will take holiday. The market
Will be closed at 8 o'clock, and the post
office and telephone exchange will OBJ
serve Sunday hours.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23

DEATH OF SHERIFF TANCIL.-The
sudden death of Mr.. George w. Tancil,
sheriff OF Prince William county, at his
home near Occoquon yesterday, was
mentioned in the GAZETTE of that
date. The cause of death was hemor-
rhage. He leaves wife and Eve child
rem. Mr.. Tancil had been sheriff of the
county for number of years and was
well-known in this city and vicinity.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23

A CHRISTMAS MARKEr.-The market
Ems morning was plentifully supplied,
ana the stalls and benches were taste.
lui!y decorated with evergreers ard
S 9Hher things suggesting Christmas.
Inc butchers had the finest meats dis
played this season aud the country peo-
PIE mad plump and tempting poultry
Tor sale. Vegetables and fruits were
IN proiusion. Prices were by no means
sun. There was large attendance Of
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23

PERSONALITY. Calvin c. Mcdaniel
and Miss Sallie Yates, principal of Lee
school, are to be married on Tuesday
next.
Mr.. Robt. J. Thomas and son. Cor
don Thomas, left to-day for Louisville,
where they will spend the holidays.
Mr.. Montrose Houck, of New York,
is visiting his parents on south Fairfax
street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23

FIRE.-The alarm of fire about five
O'Clock yesterday evening was caused
by the partial burning of the roof of a
mouse In the square bounded by
Princess, Oronoco, Pitt and ROYAL
streets. The flames were extincu;sbed
by the neighbors before the arrival of
the fire department. The house was
occupied by a colored man named
Chas. Jones.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23

SAID ASSOCIATION. VIII at IL CLOCK H., OH
SATURDAY. THE 9TH DAY OF JANUARY,
1894,
in front of the Royal street entrance to the
Market Building offer for sale at public auc-
ton for cash. the following described real cS-
tate, to wit: ALL THAT TENEMENT AND
LOT OF GROUND in the city of Alexandria,
Virginia, situate on the south side of Prince
street. between Lee and Union streets, and
bounded and described as follows, to wit:
Beginning at point % feet > inches west Of
Union street and % feet 10 inches south of
Prince street. and running north with line
parallel TO Union street and binding on an
alley % feet 10 inches, TO Prince street !;
thence west with Prince street 10 feet
inches, more or less; thence south with line
nearly parallel to Union street 66 feet s
inches, more or less, to point la feet, more
or less, west of Union street; thence east pa
rallel with Prince street 16 feet s inches
| thence north parallel to Union street 3 feet
| 10 inches to the southern extremity of the
| line of board fence separating the lot above
described from the line of the lot sold to John
| Maston thence along the line of the said
| board fence and wooden gate connected
Herewith 80 feet 1 inch to the beginning,
together with all rights and appurtenances to
the same belonging. Costs of conveyancing
at the expense of the purchaser.
| THOMAS LEADBEATER,
RICHARD H. LYLES, Trustees.
JOHN 7. cox.
| dec03 dts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23

There are now SO persons confined in
the city jail-32 colored and 4 white :;
80 men and women-two of the lat
ter being deranged. Twenty-fveof the
prisoners are confined under the CITY
laws.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23

FURLoUGHED.-A number of the en-
ployes at the shops of the R. & D. r. r.,
in this city, will this evening, when
those shops close, be furloughed till the
second of January next. AT that time,
it is said, the force of hands at those
shops will be increased as there is much
work to be done there.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23
DRY GOODS.
ATTRACTIVE
Holiday Sppciia|tieS.

We have the largest assert
ment of useful and ornamental
holiday goods in Alexandria.
We bought these goods from
the largest importer Of holiday
specialties and toys in this
country at 10 per cent, above
Importation cost, and we are
selling them at prices within
the reach of all and way below
all competition. We will con
vince you that this is the place
to buy your holiday goods and
toys if you will call to see us
before making your purchases.
Ladies hemstitched initial
handkerchiefs sc. 4
Do. embroidered &c.
Do, 25c.
Do silk embroidered I2Hc.
Gents Handkerchief at all
prices and the best values ever
offered.
Silk Handkerchiefs, Silk
MufAers, Gloves, Towels, Nap
kins. Table Cloths and Nap
kins to match.
Chenille Table Covers 4-4,
Ga and 81.
Chenille Portiers 800, were
Lace Curtains s2.49, we're
S4.49.
Every description Of TOYS.
aye Dolls at Ioc !; zoe. do.
at 15c CSC do. at 19c $50 do.
at 25c; soc. do. at $50; FAC
do. at 400, and so on all the
way down the line to $500.
Satsuma Vases, Bisque Fig
ures, Clock and Table Orna-
mems; Bronze Figures, Silver
Ware, Fancy Work Baskets
and intact an endless variety
of suitable and appropriate
holiday goods for presents.
We wish to especially call
your attention to our line of
Umbrellas from 99c to S..
/ Eiderdown Comforts $3.50,
reduced from S..
ISAAC EIcHBERG,
COR. KING AND ROYAL SITS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23

FUNERAL.-The funeral of the late
Mrs. Scott took place this morning from
st. Mary's church. The services were
conducted by Rev. Father Cutler and
the pall-bearers were Messrs. Thes.
Hoy, Jas. Woolls, E. Quinn, R. NJ.
Latham, P. F. German and Jno. Sum-
merS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23

Useful for reference for the busy hours just before Xmas
F1andkerches in silk linen and cambria. A great dis
play of extraordinary values prices from SC to IS.
Pocketbooks, Purses and Shopping Bags.
Kid Gloves in large variety colored and black all
gloves guaranteed prices 90 IS IS and IS.
Hosiery at all prices.
Dress Goods-Specal values at IS and SIX and up
to SO all excellent holiday presents.
magnificent display of Ederdown Quilts in Saline and
silk coverings prices from IS to IS co.
Rich Down Pillows from pretty silk covers elegant
hand-wrought work prices from to 90.
Fancy Silk Scarfs at 75c and CO.
All varieties in Table Furnishings Towels Scarfs, Tray
Covers Doies, &c.
Soft and fine Blankets good comfortable Blankets Crib
Blankets and silk Slumber Robes
Japanese Wood Screens in great variety prices from
75c to IS 90.
Rugs-Fursm Smyrna, Bundahretc.. Burmah and Moquette
Gentlemen's and Ladies' Umbrellas Gentemen's Cloves
Hosiery and Handkerchiefs. Tes-Fournhand Tec flow
ing end four-in-hands silk Smoking Jackets
Special values in Coaks for the holidays Fur Mufs Boas
and Fur Trimmings
pessONE PRICE=ga
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23

WEATHER PRoBABILITIEs.-For this
section fair; slightly warmer Sunday morn
ing; southwesterly winds; probably fair
Monday
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23
LOCAL INTELLIGENCE.

Sun rises tomorrow at 7:25; sun sets
: IS High water 1:40 Al. M. and
sol p. M
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23
TIME SOUTHERN BELL TELEPHONE
i AND TELEGRAPH COMPANY, TELE
PHONE EXCHANGE
ALEXANDRIA, Va, Dec. %, 1898

ALEXANDRIA,, Va, Dec. %, 1888.
Subscribers to the Alexandria Telephone
Exchange will please take notice that the
Exchange will, in accordance with the usual
custom, on CHRISTMAS DAY he closed from
1 > noon till 10 p. IN.
1t p. Ii. SULLIVAN, Manager.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23
HOLIDAY GOODS.
IMMENSE
Handkerchief Sale.

HANDSOME HANDKERCHIEF BOX CIV
EN- AWAY WITH EVERY FIFTY CENT
PURCHASE IN HANDkERCHIEFS
IMPORTERS LOSS, YOUR GAIN.
Direct from the importer came ], ZOO dozen
HANDKERCHIEFS to be disposed by us !;
1900 Handkerchief, almost one for each
person in the city. We have promised you Il
HANDKER FEAST for Christmas
and commencing MONDAY to last the entire
week, we shall sell these 10000 Handker-
chiefs at Just onc-half their true value. We
have looked forward to your interest on this
occasion as on all occasions. Right in the
hcighth of the season we should be so fortu-
nate to sell you HANDKERCHIEFS at such
ridiculously low prices.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23

DY AUTHORITY and direction of the
-lO Board of Directors of the Old Dominion
Cooperative Building Association of Alcxan-
dria, Virginia, the undersigned trustees of the
said association, will at II o'clock m, on
SATURDAY. THE 9TH DAY OF JANUARY,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23
WHAT SHALL
THE PRESENT BE?

That's the top thought in many minds now.
If for man or woman, let there be 4 use side TO
the gift If for thelittlc tot-nothing could
be amss so there's love in the giving. Many
choice things at reduced prices may hc found
in almost every department. A dollar will
do double and treble service.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23

OUR RICH BRIC-A-BRAC PIANO and
Banquet Lamps, Onyx Tables, and High
class Clocks have been Reduced to Just HALF
PRICE.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23

OUR MAGNIFICENT STOCK of Cut
Crystal is too large. Your choice for one
fourth off marked prices.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-12-23

IMPORTED SMOKING JACKETS. House
Coats and Bath Robes, at Reduced Prices.
The Press., 1893-09-07
Highest of all in Leavcning PowerLatest Govt Report &>!a!:!z!! Q! Rsxas': Rsx'i's
 ABSOLUTELY PURE
ABSOLUTELY PURE

as a woman ever was treated. but five months afterward she ran away with blooming drummer I hear the music tuning up. Come inside. have some thing to show Austin there."
 Abe purchased the tickets, and we en- tered the partially filled room which was doing duty as a theater. A rude stage was constructed at the end of the room, and few men seated on boxes before it were grinding out of their cracked and discordant instruments an air that re- called "Rise Up, Willie Riley" Pres ently the large canvas wagon sheet that served as drop curtain was raised. and gaudily and scantily dressed and roughly painted woman marched to the center of the stage and burst forth in a song that would not have been tolerated east of the Platte.
 Austin's eyes were riveted upon her. At first surprise was seen in his face then nausea. Abe was watching him. Presently the latter saids If you envy me now, MT. Williams, I will go outside and you may shoot me-" But Austin extended his hand to Abe, and we left the building together. - Philadelphia Times
The Press., 1893-09-07
Number 23.

titled to participate in the caucuses in the nomination of candidates for school off, cers, or under the separate box provision, they may nominate and vote for their own candidates but the true system is that they should act equally and jointly with themen.
 One of the things not specified is, how late before election may woman regis ter? The times when men can be made voters are specified and limited, but the women seem to have no limits or specif- cations as to time.
 Inquiry is raised as to what it means for woman to be "citizen." Town. Attorney Kellogg of Waterbury has an. swered this question by saying, in effect that native born women, women alien. born but to American parents, women who have been naturalized as men are and women married to naturalized citi- zens and not themselves incapable of nat uralization, women who were under 21 when their parents were naturalized, the widow and minor daughters of any mar who declared intent of becoming a citizer but died before acquiring citizenship these are all to be reckoned as citizens he says.
 It is quite evident that the new law is crude, ambiguous, and incomplete in sev eral respects, but probably town officials will be able to put it into ODeratiOI smoothly if due care be taken.
The Press., 1893-09-07
(Harpers Young People.) AN EPISODE IN AUTOGRAPH
 HUNTING.

Autograph hunters sometimes get prominent persons into very unpleasant positions. As an evidence of this fact we find in an English periodical somewhat amusing anecdote of MT. Joseph Cham berlain, who represents a Birmingham constituency in the house of commons in the British parliament. It seems that when MT. Chamberlain was made cabi- net minister he got hundreds of requests for his autograph. For time he answer ed each one in an autograph note, but the labor involved became so great that final ly he had printed form prepared, run ming, "Your request of such date is hereby complied with" Then when an autograph request came in he simply sign ed this blank form and let it go at that
 One day tall -boned Warwickshire man walked into his office. Morning" :" said he.
 "Good-morning, said MT. Chamber lain, looking up.
 ''1 came for that place you promised me-" said the countryman, after an awk- ward pause.
 "Place? I promised you no place." said MT. Chamberlain.
 "Yes, you did," insisted the country man, stoutly. ''I've got your promise in your own handwriting" With that he hauled out one of the autograph replies "Your request of such date" "But, man alive" said Mr. Chamber lain, "that was in response to request from you for my autograph"
 "No, 'twasn't," said the man. "I never asked for no autograph. I want a place; that's what I wrote for" Mr. Chamberlain had the mans letter hunted up, and, sure enough, he found that it was a formal application for a place.
 "Here," said tho porplexed minister, emptying into his big hand all the money he had in his pocket. II can't give you a place; haven't any to give"
 And with that the man had to be con. | tent
The Press., 1893-09-07

Oyster cultivators feel very iubilant at the fruitful condition of their grounds. The set is capital. Never in the history of business has there been such fine out look for Connecticut seed producers. From Port Chester to Branford the ex- animation of oyster beds made within the past few days by growers show that the shells and beds are completely covered with spat. So prolific is the seed that even where North river crushed stone and Long Island pebbles have been used ir catching spawn the beds are literally GOV. el ed with signs that the set is taking.
The Press., 1893-09-07

A loan of $500 eighteen years ago to Il poor young man is likley to bring Chau cy M. Depew the substantial reward f $1,0O0,000. Paul Hatchez, the yout |, throve and prospered, and letterrecriv' d by MT. Depow from him says he is tn" owner of estates in Cuba worth $2,000, ,00). He states that he is i'll with an incural T. disease, and means to pay MT. Depcw lT bequeathing him half his property. Nr Depew says he Is not yet ready to a2cep' congratulations, as he does not recall NJ. Hatchez or the loan.
 "But have made hundreds of tEeai says he. "without making any memCr. anda. As near as I can figure up, taxi x all the money have received in one W y or another, have paid out in my lifetin,'' in way of loans about one-tenth of all ny income"
The Press., 1893-09-07

He was the son of wealthy citizen, and had just returned from college. Iii father was a brusque, matter-of-fact man, who had no liking for anything p'u- nounced, and he noticed with sorrow h [ his son returned with the latest thing in collars and various other insignia of dud- edom. The old gentlemen surveyed him critically when he appeared in his oiiicr, and then blurted out, "Young man, yoa look like an idiot"
 Just at that moment, and before the young man had time to make a fitting reply, friend walked in.
 "Why, hello, Billy, have you returned; he asked. Dear me, how much you IT. semble your father?"
 "So he has been telling me-" rcpli Il Billy.
 And from that day to this the old ger tleman has dad no fault to find with his l son.
The Press., 1893-09-07

At Methodist picnic in Brooklyn suburb, Tuesday afternoon, an old lady of "A took part in foot-race. Unhappi- ly she stubbed her toe and fell, breaking her skull and dying in few minutes. Such accidents properly guarded against, these foot-races of old woman of ages be- tween 70 and 80 would no doubt be a drawing card. It would enliven any out of-doors meeting.
 Perhaps some "cattle show" manage ment may catch on to the idea.
The Press., 1893-09-07

Among the acts of the last legislature was a section that provides that mo street or highway shall be obstructed by railroad train for longer time than five minutes. Any person so obstructed may recover from the railroad company $10 and costs, provided the suit be brought within thirty days from the date of the l offense complained of."
The Press., 1893-09-07

A MILLION FR1ENDs.-A friend in need is friend indeed, and not less than one million people have found just such a friend in Dr. Kings New Discovery for Consumption, Coughs and Colds. If you have never used this Great Cough Medi- cine, one, trial will convince you that it has wonderful curative powers in all dis eases of Throat, Chest and Lungs. Each bottle is guaranteed to do all that is claimed or money will be refunded. Trial bottles free at B. K. Taft's Drug store. Large bottles soc. and $1.
The Press., 1893-09-07
(Haml1n Garland, in Harper's Weekly) O COOL GRAY JUG!

o cool gray jug that touched the lips
 In kiss that softly closed and clung N, Sl anish wine the tippler sips,
 Or port the poets praise has sung, Such pure untainted sweetness yields As ,ool gray jug in harvest fields. see it now clover leaf
 Outspread upon it's sweating side. As from the standing sheaf
 Ipluck and swing it high, the wide Fi i'd glows with monday heat; The winds are tangled in the wheat; The myriad crickets blithely cheep;
 Across the swash of ripened grain I see the furnished reaper creep;
 The lunch-boy comes, and once again The jug it's crystal coolness yields O cool gray jug in harvest fields!
The Press., 1893-09-07

One of my children had very bad dis charge from her nose. Two physicians prescribed, but without benefit. We tried Ely's Cream Balm, and, much to our sur prise, there was marked improvement. We continued using the balm, and in a short time the discharge was cured.-O. A. Cary, Corning, N. Y.