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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11
TO-DA rs TELEGRAPHIC NEWS.
Foreign News.

Berlin, Apl. 1l.-Dr. Haffkine has
written from India to the Russian pa
pers that he has conquered cholera by
his incubation method. He says that
he has inoculated hundred persons
with positive results and promises TO
give his method to the world on his re-
turn from India.
MADRID, Apl. 11.-Much excitement
has been caused here by dispatch to
the effect that Japan has seized the Pc
lew Islands, group in the north Pa
cifc, claimed by the Spaniards by right
of discovery.
VIENNA, April 11.-Conficting re-
ports have been circulated regarding
the attempt made yesterday to assassi-
nate Cardinal Vaszary, primate of Hun
gary. From the best informed sources
it is learned that the attack was made
upon the Cardinal in his palace in
Pesth, and that his assailant was named
Cholics, who had been employed in the
palace as IL cellarman, but who had
been discharged, and whom the Cardi-
nal had refused to reinstate.
PARIS, April 1.-THE trial of Pierre
Jean Francois and two other anarchists
named Bricon and Delange, on the
charge of having been concerned in the
explosion in the Cafe Very, Boulevard
Magenta, Paris, on May 25th last, be-
gan to-day. The public showed but
small interest in the trial.
LONDON, Apl. ia dispatch re-
ceived here from Rome states that the
Italian government intends upon the
occasion of the holding of the next pa
pal conclave to issue brochure en-
titled; "Ill Papa Deve Esssere Italiano"
declaring that the next Pope ought to
overthrow the democratic policy estab-
lished by the present Pope, and become
reconciled with the Quirinal. The
work, it is said, will also
declare that Pope Leo's sue
cessor should favor the alliance be-
tween Germany, Austria and Italy.
The dispatch adds that in official cir
cles it is greatly feared that Pope Leo's
successor will be a foreigner. The lib
erals especially dread the election OF
Cardinal Gibbons, of Baltimore. The
officials at the Vatican laugh at the
idea of the proposed brochure having
any effect.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11
DRY GOODS.


RECENT VISIT TO THE NEW YORK
IA market made to accommodate the large
demands on our dress goods and silk depart
Iments, has added to these stocks avariety OF
choice coloring and novelties in silks and
Iwoolens The leading colors for the season
are heliotropes in all shades, beginning with
the lighter shades and advancing in tone I'M
til it reaches it's elimination in the rich royal
eminence. The light wool fabrics, such as
|serges and henriettas, whip cords and ere
pons, are used in combination with the varie-
ty of soft silks, and the shades Of heliotrope
combine efectivel y with almost all the color
ings. Among the favorites are the delicate
greens in silks and the black satins.
Equal in popularity with the heliotrope are
the resida shades and the delicate light shad-
ings of green are pleasantly suggestive of the
spring season now at our doors, and are like
ly to continue in popularity as the warmer
weather advances.
The silk stock has become an important
feature and we have used great care in giving
it in some choice additions. All the standings
in the popular glace, changeable surahs fan
cy stripes and plaids, bengalines, &c.
Black satins, so largely used in combina-
tons this season, at 81 to Sl.65.
Black and colored cloths for capes The
popular lightweight cape has made a large
demand for lightweight cloths, and we have
an extra good value in black and tan cloths
at 81 per yard and a special value in so
inch clay diagonal at sl.75.
Wash Fabrics-We open this week new
colors in crepes, novelties in printed crepes,
printed dimities and a large and choice va
rety Of 36-inch printed percales, new Irish
lawns &C. First-class Merchant Tailoring a
speciality. One price.
.TACKETT & MARSHALL.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11
A Marvellous Motive Force.

New YORK, April 11.-George
Sheffield, native of Massachusetts,
claims to have discovered a new mo-
tive power which, he says, will revo-
lutionize all existing methods of tran
sit by land and sea. Mr.. Sheffield de-
clares that his invention, when APP
piled to transatlantic steamers, will
lesson the time between New York
and Queenstown by at least two days,
He says the engine is capable of pro-
polling vessel of 5000 tons through
the water at the rate of thirty-five
miles an hour and possibly at even a
higher rate of of speed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

COUNTY SCHOOL BoARD.-Thc Goun-
tv School Board met this morning at
the Columbus street Court House. In
the absence of Supt. John Z. Febrey,
who was detained at his home by sick
ness. trustee JAS l.. Clements presided.
There were present trustees Harvey Bal
Is. Z. f. Sisson, George w. Salisbury,
Harry c. Fcbrey and John Robertson
and clerk II. III. Young.
motion was adopted asking the
Judge to order q special election for
schooi purposes in May next, and the
levy was Gxed as follows: In Washing
ton district 10 cents on the 800 valua-
ton of property, ia Arlington district
- cents and in Jefferson 90 cents.
The question of improved school
houses in the county was discussed, the
general sentiment being that no more
oneroom school houses be built in the
county. but that all new school build
ings be planned for graded schools.
\ communication from Carlin's
Springs was received asking that O
school house be built there, aud the
chairman said it would receive due con-
s,iicration.
The board adjourned until May 9th,
wien statement of the school funds
will be received from the county treas
ugcr.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

The JOHNSON CLAIM.-In commit
nication published in yesterdays GA
zErTE a correspondent refers 10 a
claim made by Dr. J. 3. Johnson for re.
pairs 10 the Friendship engine house.
4. reference to the GAZETTE files show
TINT DR.. Johnson WAS persistent
ella mant for many years, but not as
Justice" says, for near $1,000. In
Council on April Sth, 1873. Mr.. VIM.
Rock presented bill of J. B. Johnson
for SOB for repairs to the Friendship
engine house. The bill from this date
to January 8, 1877, had its ups and
downs and was before the committee on
Claims, finally special committee and,
last. OF public property. On Novem-
Der Goth, 1876, the late Josiah Ford Of
fered resolution directing the auditor
to issue his warrant i'll favor of J. b.
johnson for the sum Of 1903 for money
expended by said Johnson for repairs
to the Friendship engine house, which
was referred to the committee on pub
lie property. On January 9th: 1877 the
committee reported in favor of paying
the bill, but the report was rejected by
both branches of the City Council. The
debate in Council at the presentation of
the claim, and the reports thereon ex-
planned why Council refused its pa!
ment 4 hurried examination of the
matter has not disclosed for what
reason DR.. Johnson struck 5000 from
his claim, but this he did. When the
claim was last made in 1867 DIR.
Johnson was Mayor of the city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11
LOCAL BRETITIES.
The City Council meets tonight.

The City Council meets tonight.
The tire ola wheel of the Hydraulion
wagon ran of while on King street this
morning.
The eleven-year-old son Of Danit
CHM, well-known colored citizen,
died on Sunday and was buried to-day.
\ flock of carrier pigeons from Wash
in ,ton were liberated at the corner of
Pitt and Princess streets in this city to-
day.
The public schools were visited to-
day by Supt. Kcmper and Trustees
Strauss and Chapman. who made short
and appropriate addresses.
Nr. F. F. Marbury has received a lei
ter from Mr.. ]. S. B. Thompson, who is
now in New York, stating that his
health is gradually improving.
Mr.. c. a. Byers, mechanical engi-
neer from Philadelphia, was in this
city to-day to make bids for repair
work to be done at the gas works.
Shortly before - o'clock last night
an attempt was made to break into the
store in the rear Of the old Virginia
House at the upper end of King street.
The Board of Excise Commissioners
have approved the applications for
liquor licenses of IL. C. Wallace, w. H.
Whiting, Robert Murphy and 0. ]. Nj
gent.
Harry Davis, an old colored man
who for long time had been engaged
in ferrying passengers across the river,
died yesterday at his home across the
canal, aged ninety years.
According 10 the report to the State
Auditor the losses sustained by the AL
cXandria Insurance Company last year
amounted to $50, 459. The company
consequently declared no dividend for
the year.
No business was transacted in the
Corporation Court to-day. Tomorrow
evening Jefferson Phillips will be
brought into court and a date fixed for
his second trial on the charge of killing
Geo. S. Smith.
At the meeting last night of Mount
Vernon Chapter Royal Arch Masons
tue tOyal ARCH degrees were conferred.
The officers appeared in their handsome
new robes and the ceremonies were
very impressive.
Negotiations have proceeded so far
that the reorganization of the Rich
mond Terminal system by DreXel,
Morgan & Co. is now assured and an
nourcoment of the fact may be looked
for at an early date.
Mr.. Michael Fannon, on old and es-
teemed citizen, while walking on Roy
al street, near King, this morning, &C
cidcntally stumbled and fell to the
pavement, sustaining quite painful
bruises. He was taken to his home in
the northern part of the city, where he
was attended by DR.. Smith.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

~ DOUBLE SACRIFICE." The Young
Mems Sodality Lyceum Hall was filled
70 its utmost capacity last night by the
members of the Lyceum and their
friands TO witness the first presentation
AZ, drama. in three acts, by . young
>'ryandrian, Mr.. p. j. Murphy, erti-
,,.I A Double Sacrifice" Mir. MIR
,,,,. work eviuces eXcellen; power of
t5.@5--uciion and a careful study Of the
mr., Of play writing. lI2 has LETT little
- be- desired as to plot and staging and
tt,. lines are both interesting and eX
n'irjt without being prosy or tiresome.
h fact +, Is one Of the best efforts of
~ ANAL eur that has been witnessed i'll
mi. civ .orsomc time. The characters
we're all we'll taken, though probably
tho honors Of the evening were carried
ofr by 1Ir. T. f. Mccarthy, who played
tbe part Of Robert Aiensworth, alias
GREY. the villain. in hisusnal smooth
md natural manner. Mr. Murphy
nIayed the part of Edward Nerwin,
Inc hero. in painstaking aud consci-
Oh .ious manner. He was greeted with
prolonged applause upon his entrance
IN the second act. ''Mr. Seymour,
New York banker was played accept
ah,y by NJ. T. 5. Lannon. j., and Miss
Annie Lyles was earnest as Grace
seymour" the bankers daughter.
There is an undercurrent of humor
running through the entire play which
heIpcd TO relieve the more emotional
scenes. Incidental music was furnished
oy an orchestra under the direction of
Mr.. Edward Dunn.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11
Murder and Suicide.

CHICAGO, Apl. n.-Wm. Williams, a
painter, last night cut the throat of his
wife, Rosa, causing instant death. He
then cut his own throat and died while
being taken to the hospital. Williams
had been drinking, and was out of
work. His wife had left him and re-
fused to return and for that reason he
killed her.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

BOARD OF SUrERvisoGs,-The Coun-
ty Board CT Supervisors met to-day and
transacted some routine business. Mr..
Frank Hume and other gentlemen of
the county were requested to wait on
the officers of the Pennsylvania Rail
road Company and see if some AMIGA
bic adjustment could not be secured
whereby the turnpike between this city
and Washington could be put in better
order. The board adjourned till the
second Tuesday in June.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11
EARTHQUAKES.

Los ANGELES, Cal, Apl. 11.-Since
last Tuesday there have been between
forty and fifty earthquake shocks in
Pico canon, near Newhall. Last Tues
day a severe earthquake which was
felt all over southern Carolina shook
houses very badly and frightened the
inhabitants. Since then there have
been several shocks every day, but
these have been confined to a small
area in the mountains.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

POLICE REPoRT-Last night was
cloudy and cool. Three prisoners and
some dodgers were ut the station house.
Mayor Strauss this morning disposed
of the following cases
Henry Arnold, colored, charged with
selling liquor without license and on
Sunday, had his case postponed until
tomorrow.
Alice Manley, white, for abusive Ian
guage toward Georgianna Day, colored,
and for disorderly conduct, was fined
$3.50.
Josephine Lee, colored, for disorder
ly conduct, on complaint of Virginia
Nelson, also colored, was fined Sl.50:y
Arthur Mankin. for indecent and dis
orderly conduct and for drunkenness.
on complaint of Jas. Beach, was fined
ST. 20
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

SUNDAY SCHOOL UNIoN.-A meeting
of the sunday school Union was hel!
last night at the Baptist Church, Rev.
Y. II. Rice, who was to have delivered
an address, was prevented from being
present by sickness. Addresses were,
however, made by Rev. ]. II. Butler
and Mr.. c. ". Millen and paper was
read by Miss Rathbone, her subject be.
ing GLOW to manage a Sunday School
Class" A feature of the evening was
the music by the choir.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

CHARTER.-Judge Norton today
granted Il charter to the Rosslyn Fish
ing and Cunning Club, the purposes Of
which are to promote social intercourse
among its members and for maintaining
and establishing library and reading
room. The capital stock is to be 81 900,
divided into shares of -. The officers
arc J. w. Owens, of Washington, presi-
deut, and IT. G. Smith, of Washington,
secretary and treasurer. Mr.. S. G.
Brent is named as agent in this city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

CHARGED WITH RoBBING THE MAILS.
J. a. Scaton, about Is years old, the
mail carrier between Lincoln and North
Fork. Loudoun county, was arrested in
that county on Sunday evening By &
Us. postoflice Inspector on the charge of
rob6ing the mails. He was brought to
this city yesterday and taken before
Commissioner Fowler WHO sent him on
to the grand jury. He was released on
$500 bail, his lIther becoming his sure
ty. Seatou admitted the theft and his
father, who is respected citizen of
Loudoun, was much affected by his
sons action. The amounts stolen, it is
said, are small The thefts were COM
mitted by the youth opening letters
which had been handed him taking
checks therefrom and forging the e,.-
dorsements. He has been doing this
for some time.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

A SAD CAsE.-0Iiss Laura Robinson.
about fourteen years old, daughter of
Mr.. VIM. 8. Robinson, seriously, ifnot
fatally, injured herself q day or two
ago by jumping rope. She was taken
violently i'll yesterday, and subsequent
ly became deranged, since which time
it has been impossible to get her to
swallow medicine. 1t seems that the
unfortunate girl had reached a crisis in
her life, and the excessive rope-jumping
in which she INDUCED has so affected
her physically that her mind has given
way and her condition is critical.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

FIRE WARDENs.-At a meeting Of
she Board of Fire Wnrdens held yester-
day afternoon at the Hydraulion engine
house President Brill reported repairs
to the old wagon FOR temporary use as
hose wagon for the Hydraulion com
pamy, made necessary by the delay in
The delivery of the new wagons.
An application from the Columbia en-
CINE company asking permission to take
their engine to Frederick, Md, on the
occasion of their proposed visit. June
eth and Sth, was granted on conditions.
\ communication from the executive
committee of the Hydraulion in refer
encc TO The condition of their house and
stable was considered and improve
5aents will be recommended.
The appointment of the employees Of
the department then took place, that OF
driver of the Hydraulion hose wagon
being laid over until next meeting, as
stated in yesterdays GAZETTE.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

A SERIOUS CHARGE-An old colored
man named VIM. II. Standard, a suf-
ferer from serious hernia, was arrested
to-day at the instance Of the mother Of
a -year-old colored girl on Sc
rious charge in which, it is alleged, the
child is the victim. Standard, who is
an cid wagner about the city, has
heretofore passed rs q law-abiding man,
and his arrest on such charge was a
surprise to all who know him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

ESCAPE OF a CHICKEN THIEF.-Nat
jackson, colored, Il member of the
chain gang, while at work in the First
ward this morning made his escape
with his shackles. 1t will be remem-
bered that jackson was captured about
two weeks ago with several chickens in
his possession and was sentenced by
Mayor Strauss to the gang. He is q
peck -marked negro of the well-known
gingerbread hue, and at one time was Il
coachman in the southern end of the
city. 1t is said that nearly all the
chicken stealing in this city for months
has been carried on by him. 1t is sng-
gcs;ed that should lie be caught instead
of an ordinary ball that the monkey
of piledriver be attached to him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

THE A. L. I.-At the regular meeting
last night of the Alexandria Light In
fantry an invitation to visit Norfolk and
take part in the parade during the
naval review, was declined.
The National GuardSman in lis ac-
count of the recent inaugural parad. in
Washington says
'sThe Alexandria Light Infantry, one
of the best organizations in Virginia,
paraded in full dress, scarlet coat and
shake, good alignment, correct STEP
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

AN IAtPRoMPTU BATH.-Mr. Roy
Beach, while ducking on the flats OPP
posite this city day before Yesterday,
tumbled overheard. Alter having
succeeded in extricating himself he fired
q number of times, bagging four ducks
which he brought home in the evening
as trophies of his trip.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

FuNEaAL.-The funeral of the late
Peter Wise took place this morning
from his late home on Prince street,
and was largely attended. The services
were conducted by Rev. II. Suter, of
Christ Church, and the pallbearers
were Messrs. E. S. Leadbeater, j. NJ.
johnson, ]. w. Green, ], A. DeLagnel,
w, W. Herbert and w. A. Smoot,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11
CANDIDATES.

A CARD--I hereby announce myself
n candilat.. Tor the office of CLERK OF
THE MARKET. subject TO the action Of t e
democratic primary election. Respectfully.
ap11 st WIN NJ SMITH.
A CARD hereby announce myself a
n candidate for the Office of SUPERIN-
TENDENT OF POLICE, subject to the aC-
ton of the democratic primary election. If
elected promise to devote all my time and
energy TO the duties OF the office. Respect-
fully GEORGE ". BONTZ
apS tpe
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

THE CONCERT To- NIGHT.--The Wash
ington Concert Company and the Wat
erbury Brothers will be assisted at the
Opera House tonight by Miss Florence
Grigg, Miss Yewell and Mr.. Michael
son, fine baritone. The programme
promises an entertainment of unusual
interest. This will probably be the last
appearance Of the famous Waterbury
Brothers in this city, as they have had
nattering offers TO go on the road.
They have added q beautiful chime Of
silver bells to their already extensive
repertoire. The Washington Concert
Co. are winning laurels before Wash
ington audiences. Their character
songs are very amusing, ''us Four
Tramps" as given by them being espe-
cialiy noticeable.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11
MONETARY AND COMMERCIAL.
ALEXANDRIA MARKET. APRIL ii.

ALENASD klA MARKET. APRIL! IL.
The markets are quiet but with stronger
tone While we cannot report any higher
figures for Flour it is in decidedly better de-
mand Wheat is frmcr and more active
The monthly government statement of the
condition Of the growing crop has advanced
prices a fraction, but there is a very large
visible supply; sales for good to choice ~ to
IS latter longberry, common to fair 60 to
-. Corn is 1c higher at 81 to 80. Rye Sc
to go. Oats SO to 43 Butter Is TO 26.
Eggs 4 TO 10. Dried Fruits, Apples, Pota-
toes, other Vegetables Bacon, Lard, Coffee.
Sugar and all kinds Of produce are steady,
Live Fowls, Veal Calves, Lambs AID Beef Cat
tie are wanted There is no change III MIL
feed, Hay and Straw.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

BIG TANKs.-The two large tanks re-
Gently built by the Cleveland (0.} Ship
building Company for the Haskirs
Wood Nulcanizing Company have ar
rived here and are now at the yards of
that company. These tanks are prob
ably the largest seen in this city. They
are each s. feet long on the inside and
are large enough for man to walk
through, being over 6l feet deep.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

IN THE MEsRE2 YET-Henry Ar
mold, colored, who has been before
Mayor Strauss so often of late that
the charges against him for infraction
of law have become monotonous, was il
court again this morning on the chronic
charge of selling whisky without Il
license and on Sunday. Four wit
nesses testified that they bought liquor
in his place last Sunday. Arnold WAS
represented by c. c. Carlin, esq, ard
at The latter's request the case WAS
postponed until tomorrow.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

PROPERTY SALEs.-Messrs. WI eat
and Safer have purchased for New
York gentleman. from Mcssrs. s. c..
Brent aud J. X. NJ. Norton, the square
of ground bounded by Payne, West,
Madison and Wythe streets,
Mr.. S. H. Lunt has purchased from
Mr.. F. NJ. Hill lot on Columbus street,
between Montgomery and First.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

CHICAGO CATTLE MARKET. April 10.-Cat-
tlc-market slow and lower: top prices $40
as 50. medium S4.95a525, Others S440a
. rs, Gamers S240a290, native cows $1.75
a3.75 per 100 lbs. Hogs-market closed ac-
tive and higher; common and mixed hogs
81. 1Oa7.S0, prime heavy and butchers
weights S7.40a7.55, light S715a7.30 per
100 lbs. Sheep-market active and strong
natives StS0a5.S5, Westerns $5.15a5.75,
Texans Sia4 80 per 100 lbs Lambs $4.75a
G.65 per 100 lbs
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

When Baby was sick, We gave her Castorla.
When she was Child, shc cried for Castoria.
When she became Miss, she chung to Castoria.
When she had Children, she gave them Castoria.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11
Our Music Department.

Standard Sheet Music printed on fine music
paper, with handsome title pages.
DC copy. By mail, &c.
The list comprises overs 900 popular pieces,
representing the best productions of the most
celebrated composers.
Gzs-A catalogue ofMusic mailed on applica-
ton.
Basement. building)
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

A MOTHER case of those EXTRA SEAM
II LES one-baf hose, 3 pair, for 25c, at
AMOS &. SLAYMAKER'S.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11
ADAMANT PLASTER

Persons about to build should examine in
to the merits of the above. Its superiority
over lime and sand plaster is incontestable;
can be viewed at my NEW HOUSES on Prince
street. 1t makes practically stone finish in
the interior of building Fire proof, water
proof and vermin proof. Apply to
r. BELCHES,
mh29 I'm Haymarket Va.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1893-04-11

FIsH.-Since yesterday $4,000 her
ring and $50 shad have been received
at Fishtown. Herring sold at S5a7
per thousand and shad at $l0a15 per
hundred