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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

ELECTRIC RAILwAYS.-Thc Wash
ington and Arlington electric road, now
in the market, is shortly to be inspect
ed, it is said, by wealthy Philadelphia
syndicate with the object in view Of
purchasing it, if the price finally fixed
is not deemed excessive. The road is
for sale, but as yet at no stated figure.
Those in whose control it is at presel t
want an offer. Not since the new
owners tool. possession have the cars
RIM. Ex-President King and the other
investors who put money in the enter
prise have gone back home, poorer in
pocket, but richer in experience. 1t is
said they bought pig in a bag" The
most valuable part of the company's
franchise is the right they have of con-
stlucting bridge across the Potomac,
But if this is not done with
in six months the right is lost. Atpresent
there is no money on hand and none in
sight. In addition to this many of the
late employees of the road have claims
against it. Then there are bonds out
standing to the extent Of $50, 600. Even
should fair price be obtained for the
road, it is probable that the original
stockholders will receive nothing.
There being no receiver for that part of
the road in the District, the Virginia
receiver is powerless to operate the
road, as the power house, machinery,
&c, are in Georgetown.
For some time past negotiations have
been going on between certain business
men of Washington looking TO the
transfer of control of the proposed
Washington and Great Falls Electric
Railroad. a deal has just been closed
whereby this road passes from the
hands of lis present owners into the
possession Ola syndicate, the control
ling interest in the new company being
held by Mr.. Stilson Hutchins and Mr.
Jacob p Clark. The transfer Of the
road, it is said, will not in any way af-
feet or delay its construction. A sur
vey has been completed to Cabin John
Bridge. The location of the road, with
possibly few variations, will be from
the Georgetown end of the Aqueduct
Bridge for very short distance along
the canal road on an elevated track
supported by steel columns, and thence
following the high bluff on the north
side of that thoroughfare to the inter-
section of the Conduit and Foxall
roads. The road from this point will
run along the bluff overlooking the Po-
tomac river TO Cabin John Bridge. The
road will keep in view of the Potomac
river almost the entire distance. 1t is
the expectation of the company to have
cars running on the road by the latt, !
part of next May, its charter providing
Tor the completion of the road by the
29th of June.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

~, DEATH OF Mr.. JOHN G.. PHILLIPS
This old and well-known citizen who
had been critically i'll for several DAYS
past, died at his home on Lee street
this morning. The deceased was nrols
ably the most extensively known Of all
our citizens. He had been carrier e
the mails from boats and cars for tho
past twenty-six years, and had WAGONS
and carts on the streets for nearly half
a century. In his early days he was an
apprentice in the old-time shoe factory
of Dean, Harmon & Smith, when thst
firm conducted business on the west
side of Alfred street, near King, about
three-score years ago, and was one OF
the two or three left of the operatives
of that institution. Mr.. Phillips was
jovial and good-natured, and in his
business relations was accommodating
and trustworthy, and his many friends
and acquaintance regret his death. He
had enjoyed good health throughout
most of his long life, and up to a week
or two ago seemed to have retained all
his vitality, prosecuting his business
with the activity of by-gone days. An
internal trouble, however, developed,
and despite medical aid his condition
grew alarming. He fingered until this
morning, when weakened and exhaust
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

THE Doc CART resumed its rounds
this morn ng, and about dozen ours
were captured. The cart will make
more frequent crusades in the future, it
being the intention of the authorities to
clear the city of all itiuerant, unlicens
ed or unmuzzled CANNES. Much con-
plant is made of the fact that many of
the devices on the heads of dogs are
not muzzled, but are more in the ma
ture OF haltcrs, and that the animals
can use their teeth as well with them
on as off. The law commands that the
brutes be property muzzled, and those
who merely slip piece of leather over
the heads of their dogs and leave tie
laws free to work violate the law.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20
LOCAL BREVITIES.

A dog said to have been mad was
killed to-day in Market alley by Off.
Ger Ferguson.
Mr.. j. C. DePutron proposes building
line house on his farm near Falls
Church.
Ruth Hines, the little child who was
accidentally shot in the head last month,
is now able to walk about.
The old pump well at the corner Of
Fairfax and Duke streets, which had
become dangerous, was filled in to-day.
DIR. Alfred Leigh's mill, near the
CIR, ct Falls of the Potomac, in Fairfax
county, was burned on Tuesday last
Loss about IS, 600; partly insured.
At meeting Of the standing commit
tee of the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia,
July 18th, Rev. o. NJ. Yereer, deacon,
was recommended for priests orders.
DR.. Dewitt C. Patterson, coroner for
the District of Columbia, rendered his
resignation yesterday, and DR.. w. c.
Woodward was appointed to fill the
vacancy.
Messrs. Park Agnew and NJ. B. Har-
low have purchased from Mrs. ]. Bob
raus the house No. 107 south Royal
street and will convert it into hand
some office building.
Marriage licenses were issued in
Washington yesterday to w. E. Reda-
sill, Of Front Royal, and Eveline r.
Dodd, of Bealeton, and to John G. Ca
ton and Sarah E. Eldwell, both of Fair
fax county.
A diamond ring which was stolen
from Il lady in this city about ten days
ago was recovered yesterday in Fairfax
county by Lieut.. Smith from colored
girl named Ida Magruder, who had
stolen it from the lady with whom she
formerly lived.
Master Earl YanAuken while riding
a bicycle to-day engaged in race with
horse drawing wagon. He fell from
his wheel near the corner of Washing
ton and King streets and badly fright
ened the horse and narrowly escaped
being badly hurt.
Complaints about the mail service
during the past four months have been
far fewer than during the correspond
ing period after the change of admins
tration in either 1889 or 1885. The rea-
son, says the Nation, is that the railway
mail service is now under the civil-ser-
vice law.
Officer Young this morning arrested
q colored woman named Lucy Adams,
charged with stealing clothing from
Mrs. Clara Stills in Washington, and
turned her over to the authorities OF
that city. Officer Young searched the
woman's house, but found none of the
missing clothing.
Oscar Baker, farmer from Fairfax
county, hitched his horse to lamppost
near the Center Market, in Washing
ton, yesterday morning, allowing the
animal to promenade along the side
walk. Mr.. Baker was arrested charged
with obstrucling the sidewalk, and had
to put up s. collateral before starting
for home.
The Falls Church town council on
Monday night made the town levy for
the ensuing year. The corporation tax
was fixed at 80 cents on the 500 and
the school tax at the same amount.
The newly elected town sergeant, Mr..
V. E. Kerr, qualified. The question as
to who will be mayor is yet undecided
and Mr.. w. NJ. Ellison will continue to
act pro tenn.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

DANCE.-The largest and most en-
joyable dance of the season took place
last night at the Old Dominion Boat
House. The beautiful moonlight gleam-
ing on the water and the delightful
cool temperature were enjoyed by all
to the fullest extent. The music on
the piano by Miss Dewitt was excellent.
Among those present were Mrs. George
Uhler, Mrs. Ainsley, Mrs. B. Wheat,
Mrs. C. c. Dunn, Misses Ainsiey, Resale
Stuart, Salie Daingerfield, Mary Hes
ter, Nina Johns, Elizabeth Corse. Sue
Herbert. Louie Hester, Katie Uhler,
Emily Elliott, Louie Critcher, Virginia
Corse. Messrs. Frank English, Douglas
Stuart. J. Hanson Price, DR.. Hester,
Harry Yohe. w. B. Hester, Henry Ell
lott, c. f. Wood, E. B. Taylor, Floyd
Barbour, Geo. H. Robinson, Ashby
Miller, i. F. Uhler, ]. d. Brookes, c..
f. Thomas, J. T. Peyton and ]. X. NJ.
Norton
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20
D. BENDHEIlI, BIG KING STREET.

Androscosgin L. Al Bleached Cotton 10c
value at 6Sc.
Zoe Fruit of the Loom Beached Cotton Sc.
10c Lancaster Apron Ginghams 6tc.
Sc Heavy Union Domestic Plaids 4ic.
40 pieces Blcached Twillcd Crash 4tc.
Sc Fine Satin Plaid NansOok at dc per
yard.
1Oc Shear India Linons 43c
Is pieces India Linons, linen finish. very
fine and shear, are excellent values at Sc, Ice.
12ic, Ice and 19c per yard.
30 pieces genuine Renfrew Dress GinghamS
worth cat sc.
15c Organdie Lawn, black ground with
neat white figures 7ic
Pacific Cha!lis, i'll neat floral designs. 1Oc
value AT 4?c
Crinkled Sccrsucker was 12!c now Sc
Adams best quality Mosquito Netting (all
colors and white SOC piece
90 pieces Merrimac Shifting Prints 4sc.
12!c fine figured Dimity Lawns Sic.
80 inch fancy broidered Table Linens 22}c.
69c go inch) heavy Irish Satin Damask
two toned bordcr) 47!c
10 doz Turkish Bath Towels, extra large,
(size 45x22) Poe value ut 12ic.
SOC Satin Ddmask Towels (size 44x20)
knotted fringe two-toned borders 25c.
% doz. Honey Comb Towels (size 40x20)
worth 15c at 94c.
40 inch Black Henrietta, (all WOOL cole
value at 42c.
SO inch Black Henrietta (all wool warp
Soc value at bic
SOC All.wool White Baby Flannel 1Sc
sd, % Navy Blue Blazer Suits now 1929.
$40 Eton Suits now S5.3S.
$500 Butterfly Canes now 81 IS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

POLICE REPoRT-Last night was
clear and mild There were six prison
ers at the station house.
Justice Thompson this morning dis
posed of the following cases:
Isaac Freeman, colored, arrested by
Officer Hayes for disorderly conduct,
was fined 81.
Horace Page, colored, arrested by Of
ficer Grady for disorderly conduct, was
fined 81.
Charles Green, colored, arrested by
Officers Davis and Howson for carry
ing concealed weapons, was fined SO,
and Mary Green, colored, arrested on
the same charge, was dismissed.
Doc Gray and Dan Corbin, colored,
the former arrested by Officers Davis
and Howson and the latter by Officer
Henry for escaping from the chain gang,
were put on bread-and-water diet I'M
til they signify their willingness to re-
sumo work
A white man arrested by Officers
Hayes and TIGER for being drunk on
the street, was fined 81.
Sam Murray, colored, for fighting
last Sunday morning was fined $3.50.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

DEATH OF THE IMMORTAL ]. NJ
J. n. Free, better known throughout
the United States as the Immortal !.
~" died Monday at his home in Ohio.
-. ~" for the past thirty years had
made himself known from Maine to
California and as harmless wanderer
who was constantly in such ofsomebody
to help him him to "raise the veil and
lift the pressure. Just what his theory
was has never been understood. His
discourses were stereoptyped, and he
generally cast a film over the eyes of
his hearers in attempts to "lift the pres
sure and raise the veil.n
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

THE LATE b. X. PLAIN.-Ihe sui
eide of Mr.. b. X. Plain, a native OF TINS
citv but for some years Il resident OF
SVslbington. was described III yester-
days GAZETTE. The facts III connec-
lion with tine sad occurrence are IN the
main rs stated then. 1t had been no
tirad that he had periods of depres-
SION which within the past few weeks
have come with greater frequency and
remained for q long time. For SIX
months he has been sufferer from a
species of nervous prostration, and IN
the weakened condition which results
from the attacks of this insldious DIS
ease he began to worry about the tinan-
cial situation aud finally worked HIM
self into the belief that he and his fam
ilv were destined for the poor house.
The fact that there was nothing III his
financial affairs TO warrant SuGh cohciu-
sion had no influence with Dir. ram
and it is said that his estate Is TO day
worth at least 100000. Mr.. Pam had
been kept under constant surveillance.
There was no apprehension on tne
part of his family and friends that ne
would commit suicide, but they realized
n times that he was not respon,
sjble for what he said and did, and
therefore he ought to be looked after
closely. The plan had been consider
ed of sending him out Of the city with
a trained nurse. Before this plan, or
in fact any plan, could be carried out
he solved the problem. Tuesday nlsnt
about 1870 Mr.. Plain went into the bath
room of his residence, 907 Massachu-
setts avenue. Those who were with
him in the house had no suspicion OF
any danger or that he contemplated
any rash act. He had not been III the
bathroom long enough to excite sus-
picion before the watchers were startled
by hearing the heavy fall OF 4 body at
the rear of the house. They realized at
once what had happened, and rushing
out found Mr.. Plain lying unconscious
ON the asphalt pavement III Inc E4tu;
He WAS at once removed to the pea
room aud medical AID summoned, bat
i'm ten minutes hc ceased 10 breathe.
From an examination OF the body and
the locality the conclusion has been
reached that Mr.. Plain, completely Oh
his mental balance, climbed out of the
bath room window on the roof OF the
back building and rushed to the rear
end, and with hands placed together
as swimmers do who are about 10 dive,
he dove oil, striking the hard asphalt
on top of his head, fracturing the skull
completely across. The place where
he struck was at least twenty feet from
the building, showing that he had
taken what is known as a running
lump.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

To PROTECT HIS FRANCHIsE.-Mr.
J.. w. Spear, who has been granted the
use OF the streets of Alexandria to con-
struct 4 line of electric railways, was in
the city to-day. The ordinance grant
ing him the Use of the streets provides
that he shall commence work by the
25th of this month-next Tuesday. Mr..
Spear was asked to-day by represent
alive of the GAZETTE what he proposed
doing in the matter and replied that he
would commence work within the city
limits before the 25th in order to pro-
tect bis franchise. He said that in con-
sequence of the unsettled state ofmoney
and business affairs at present he did
not intend doing much in the line of
constructing a railway now, but simply
enough to protect his franchise.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

PERsoNAL.-Miss Eta n, daughter
of Mr.. J. T. Cox. is spending her vaca-
ton with relatives in Loudoun county.
Mrs. Fred Rocker and daughter who
have been visiting relatives in Brook
lyn, have returned 10 their home III this
city.
Col. Arthur Herbert and Capt. Her
bert Bryant have gone to Atlantic City
f. few days.
Mr.. L. C. Barley will leave this even
G to spend a few days at Virginia
B ach.
F. NJ. Hill, esq, of Madison, Grand
Lecturer Of Masons Of District No. 3,
this State, is in the city on official busi-
ness, and will visit the Masonic lodges
here during the next few days.
Mr.. Robert Cline has returned from
an extended fishing trip through Cana
da and the New England States.
Mr.. ]. T. Callahan, Deputy Clerk OF
the Corporation Court, who has been
onite sick, is able to be about again.
Mr.. Florence Mccarthy has returned
from two weeks sojourn at st.
Georges Island.
Cards are out for the marriage of Mr..
John Blrker, of Philadelphia, and Miss
Susan A. Randolph, daughter of the late
Col. Peyton Randolph, which is to take
place at st. Paul's Church, this city,
August LIST.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

CORPORATION CoURT.-Judge j. K.
NJ Norton preSidinq.-G. II. Shoulders
VS.. r. r. Lucas and NJ. Schiller execu-
ton of judgment suspended as to Schu-
Ter, who was required to give bond.
Terrence MCGOWAN, a native Of Ire
land, signifed his intention of be-
coming citizen of the United States.
r. L. King VS.. NJ. Pretzfelder & Co.,
Jury and verdict for defendant.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

CLOSING SEssIoN.-The closing ex-
ercises and final examination of the
German class of Prof. E. i. Scharf took
place at the Peabody building to-day.
The percentage ran from 9S to 81. Two
prizes were offered by Prof. Scharf for
recitations and application. Miss Anna
Moore received the first prize and Miss
Ellie Rogers the second. The class
successfully completed the second
course of the Alm-Kenn grammar.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

MOONLIGHT EXCUEsIoN.-The moon
light excursion of the Baptist and NJ. +.
Church South Sunday Schools on Mon
day night next, promises to be a very
enjoyable one. A fine band has been
engaged, and all who 90 may be assured
of a pleasant time. The steamer will
20 down as far as Indian Head and re-
turn, arriving here about 1890, giving
three hours ride on the river.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

l'ERSIDE PARK is still attracting
iaise numbers. From the close of the
gay TO late hour in the night cars are
kept running to and from the nsrt 4 far
the accommodation of eycnrs;nn;sts i
These evening cars ill a long-felt want
hereabou's, aifording as they do several
hours recreation TO our people at a
pleasant resort.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20
Gents Furnishings.

Toe Neglige Shirts made of fine cheviot in
neat pin stripes and checks, also solid pinks
and blues, at 39c.
300 Gents fine Satin and Silk Scarfs, Four
n-hand, Tecks and Putfs (25c to Toe yaluo)
12tc.
SOC Gents Balbriggan and Natural Under
Shirts 25c
75c Gents fine colored and Balbriggan
Under Shirts and Drawers, finished with Satin,
soc each or SOca suit
62!c Gents Bleached Drill Drawers Acc.
The Famous Pear Shirt T9c.
Gents Numbered and unlaundered White
Shirts, 3 ply linen bosoms, patented gussct
seams Soc.
10 doz. Geut's Suspenders patented clasps,
embroidered webbing csc value 15c.
Toe Gents bordercd Handkerchiefs &c.
80 doz. Gents Balbriggan half.hose 1Oc.
Fancy Goods. Fancy Goods.
Toe Ladies White India Linon Shirts
waists, rutiled fronts, balloon sleeves, 49c.
CSC Percal Waists in light colors, also black
39c.
12ic Swiss Ribbed Vests &c.
1Sc Swiss Ribbed Vests full bleached) Dc.
% doZ. Ladies assorted Hose Sc.
% dOz. Children's fast black Rib Hose Sc.
300 pair Misses Hose, broken lines, GO to
soc valuc) &c.
soc pure Silk Mits 22c.
Many other specaties, space will not per-
nit Of enumeration.
d. BENDHEIM,
316 King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

CHARTER-Judge Norton, has grant
cd a charter to the Highland Beach Ho-
tel Company, the object of which is to
erect hotel at Highland Beach, sub
division adjoining Bay Ridge, Md. The
capital stock is to be $4,000, divided
into shares of so each, the principal
Office is to be in this city, with Mr..
Louis A. Cuviller as resident attorney.
Chas. r. Douglass, Of Washington, is
president.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

Mr.. SPENcER's New PosITIoN.-Mr.
Samuel Spencer, of New York, was
Yesterday appointed co-receiver of
OF the East Tennessee, Virginia and
Georgia Railroad and controlled lines
with Messrs. Fink and McGhee, by
Judge II. H. Lurton, at Nashville,
Tenn. The appointment takes effect
inugust and the bond is fixed at one
hundred thousand dollars.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

DEMOCRATIC CoMMITTEE.-The city
democratic committee will be called for
next week, probably on Wednesday, to
the time and manner for Sc
lecting delegates to the Richmond con-
vention 1t is thought that August LIST
will be fixed upon as the date for the
primary or ward meetings, whichever
may be determined upon.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

New ALEXANDRIA is gradually grow
ing. The hotel recently opened there
has begun business on an encouraging
basis, and number of new and pretty
dwellings ers dotting the new towr.
The manufacturing plants in operate n
there are i'll thriving condition, and
more, it is confidently stated, will he
transplanted from other localities to
this growing place before long.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20
REMNANTS, TOMORROW, FRIDAY.
Another Day Of Extraordinary Values.

The REMNANT" REPORTS from the sew
eral departments are more interesting than
for several weeks past This is the natural
result of a great business week. Our remnants
differ from the ordinary run of store remnants,
in that they are not allored to remain tt,lSOld
Iona enough 10 become undesirable. They are
not the last ends of things that are paSse, but
mostly what is left of seasonable merchandise.
We reduce the prices solely to prerent them
accommodating and clogging the stock. Just so
with nearly every department-the goods are
not damaged being Short lengths, ""rery large
or rcry small Sizes" ''Jroken lines" 'odd lots"
&C., they come under the head of Remnants
and everything of that character is given a
price that will sell it Immediately. Whenever
goods are imperfect sOiled, Clipped or otherwise
damaged, rc tell you so.
There never was time, perhaps, when
little money on your part would go so far in
buying as now. Dress Goods (black and COL
ored) merit more than ordinary attention.
Many useful lengths of this seasons best
fabrics will be on sale-and they were never
marked so low. Cloak and Suit Departments
e keeping abreast with them. In fact, the
same order of things exists throughout the
entire house. Can't tell one-half, but suggest
an early call-its always advantageous.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

BILL OF ExCEPTIoNs.-As heretofore
stated in the GAZETTE, Judge Norton
has signed the bill of exceptions pre-
pared by counsel in the Jefferson Phil
lips murder case and the papers are
now in the hands of the clerk of the
Corporation Court who will copy and
forward them to the Court of Appeals.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20
DRY GOODS.
IN SEASONABLE GOODS.

10 close our summer stock we make some
Especial prices that must be attractive, and
jim addition call special attention to new sta
pie goods, scarce and desirable at very low
figures.
A special value in Beached Muslins One
of the most popular brands of cotton for la
dies wear is the Androscoggin L Bleached.
A case of full pieces (not remnants) at the
low price of 7c per yard.
A bargain-Reduction in Ladies' Waists
All our Sl.75 waists now Sl.25 Sl.50 and
Sl25 waists 81. A line of 81 waists 75c
75c waists in the soc line.
Closing Sale on Mattings-Some very de-
sirable goods left in Straw Mattings. Our
373c mattings, including some choice cotton
warp mattings, at ST. piece All our SOC
heavy jointless mattings at $50 piece. Our
line of zoe jointed mattings at &c per yard,
or Sc piece.
Some new and choice Percale Lawns and
thin fabrics just received.
Fine lines of Dotted Swiss, Swiss En-
broideries, Plain India Linens &C.
Merchant Tailoring speciality Fine work,
stylish cutting and prompt attention. One
price.
HI On and after July 3 our store will
close at p. NJ, Saturdays excepted.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20
4 Pitiablc Sight

it is to see an infant suffering from the
lack of proper food. 1t is entirely un-
necessary, as reliable food can always
be obtained; we refer to the Gail Bor-
den Eagle Brand Condensed Milk.
Sold by grocers and druggists every
where.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

VIM. Edenburg, colored, who had been
confined in Jail in this city for the past
few days charged with numbering the
old soldier, Swift, in the county last
week, was released yesterday evening.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-07-20

The Conductors aud motormen of the
electric railway have been appointed
special police officer. by the ndge Of
the County Cuul; vi F..ir:ax.