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The National tribune., 1894-04-26
STRAIGHTENING HIM OUT.
Lieut.. Howard Reads Comrade Boring
Lesson i'm Geosraphy.

Lieut.. Howard Reads Comrade Boring a
Lesson i'm Geography.
EDITOR NATIONAL TRIBUNE: Comrade
Boring, Both ILL.,, makes some statements in
the issue Of April 5 that / desire to call his
attention to. They illustrate the danger of
attempting to write history from memory,
running back 80 years, which so many of
our very positive comrades are trying to do.
In his article On Champions Hill he starts
from lizard Times Landing, in Milliken's
Bend, opposite Vicksburg, on the
night of April 30, while the gunboats were
running the 10-mie batteries around the
horseshoe bend past Vicksburg." The next
morning he says his command was at Grand
Gulf, and crossed the river in the face of
JObnston's army, etc.
/ think / never read more mistakes ia so
short sketch. and evidently all honest mis-
takes. Let us see. Milliken's Bend is above
Vicksburg % miles or more, while Hard
Times Landing is more than twice as far
below, just above Grand Gulf, instead of
opposite Vicksburg. The gunboats ran the
Vicksburg batteries the night of April L.
two weeks before. And on the 29th of April
they engaged the Grand Gulf batteries all
day. running past them at night. A large
part of Gen. McClernand's command, the
Thirteenth Corps, with part of Gen. Nc
Pherson's, the Seventeenth Corps, crossed
the river on the Both of April, not at Grand
Gulf, but at Bruinsburg, below it, and found
no Johnston's army to dispute their cross
ing.
The road down the levee which he
marched from Milliken's Bend to his cross
ing the next day at Grand Gulf all "Iighted
up by the caDnonade and fre-rafts at Vicks-
burg" must be fiction. He probably refers
to the infrequent firing at Grand Gulf the
early evening of the Goth, which was the
last running the batteries that our gunboats
did, and that afforded no light, as / can GER
tainly testify, for / saw them run safely by
and cross on the Mound City the next day
Surely Comrade Boring should straighten
out his localities, distances, and dates
little more next time before he attempts to
write.
He is also wrong in dates as to the battle
of Jackson. Comrade Johnson is correct
The date was May IA. No troops went over
the road from Clinton to Jackson the 18th.
The attack was made by Mcpherson
(Crocker's Division) on the Clinton road at
a. IN. on the 14th.-R. L. HOWARD, First
Lieutenant, Co. l, 124th ILL.,, Northwood
Ridge, N. III.
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Scattering,

J. H. Gardner, Co. l, LIST Ala. Cav, Double
Springs, Ala, is another OF Sherman's men
who objects to the. statement of Comrade
Kern. He says such rash statements should
be proved, otherwise they stand for little.
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The 7th Pa. Cav.

This regiment, also known as the SOth
Pa, was organized in Harrisburg during the
Fall of 1851, to serve three years, and re-
manned in service until Aug %, 1865. On
leaving Pennsylvania the regiment went to
Indiana. From there it went into Ken
lucky. A part of the regiment made gal
liant charge at Shelbyville, Tenn, captur-
ing the battery that commanded the ap-
proach to the public buildings The regi-
ment was in the battles of Murfreesboro,
Atlanta, Bowling Green, Stone River and
many other important engagements. It's total
enrolment was $500, of whom 102 were
killed in action or died of wounds, and 100
died of disease. This regiment is one of
the 300 fighting regiments. It's Colonies
were George W. Wynkoop, William B. Sipes,
and Charles C.. Mccormick.
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THEIR RECORDS.
Brief Sketches Of the Services of
Various Regiments.
The nth Pa. Reserves (4oth Pal.

The regiment was organized at Pittsburg,
In June, 1851, to serve three years, and was
mustered out in June, 1854. Most of the
companies were recruited for the three
months service, but, not being accepted at
that time were afterward mustered as the
11th Pa Reserves On June "a, the regiment,
under command of Col. Porter marched to
Harrisburg, from thence to Baltimore, and
from there to Washington. 1t was assigned
to the Second Brigade, and camped at Ten
nallytOwn. The regiment, under command
OF Col Gallagher, was captured, after
bloody fight, at Gaines's Mill. In this en-
gagement it lost 46 men killed, and over
100 wounded. Co. B was not captured
as it had been detailed earlier in the day
to fatigue duty. On Aug. 5, the officers
and men captured were exchanged, and re-
joined the army on the Peninsula. The
regiment was represented by Capt Porter's
company while the remainder were in Rich
mond Prison, and in the engagement at
Charles City Crossroads the loss OF this COM
pany was nine killed and Is wounded. The
regiment was engaged in the battles of Ma
nsssas, South Mountain, and Gettysburg.
Its severest loss was at Fredericksburg. 1t
went into action with less than 400 men,
and lost 211. It suffered the heaviest loss
Of any regiment in the Pennsylvania Re-
serves, and out of total enrolment of ,179
men it lost 1876 killed, or over 1876 per cent.
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The 11th Conn.

The regiment was organized in Hartford
in the Fall of 1861, to serve three years. On
the expiration of term of service the original
members, except veterans, weTo mustered ont,
and the regiment, composed of veterans and
recruits remained in service until the close
of the war. Col. 7. FL. c. Kingsbury. under
whose command the regiment entered the
field, resigned in 1862. He was succeeded
in command by Lieut.. FL. w. Kingsbury,
who was killed at Antietam, Md, on Sept.
II, 1862. In this action the regiment lost
129 in killed and wounded. After the death
of Col. Kingsbury the regiment was COM
manded by Col Stedman, afterwards Brevet
Brigadier- G eneral Col. Stedman was killed
Aug. 5, 1864, before Petersburg. Col. FL. r.
Fl. Rice then commanded the regiment. 1t
took part in the battles of Antietam, Md;
Cold Harbor siege of Petersburg, and Drew
RVS Bluff, besides many other engagements.
The total enrolment was l 1865, of whom 148
were killed in action or died of wounds, and
1T died of disease or in prison.
The 10th n. Y.
The regiment was organized in New York
in May, 1851, toserve two years. On the expira-
ton of its term the original members remain
ing in the service were formed into battalion
OF six companies. On June 5, 1866, it was filed
up to 10 companies by the transfer of four
companies from the 9Th N. Y. Art. The con-
solidated force was mustered out during the
latter part of June, 1866. 1t left the State
under command of Col. W. W. McChasney,
in June, 1861. At the time of its discharge
it was commanded by Col. Joel B. Baker.
1t participated in the battles of Gaines's
Mills losing 1913 in killed, wounded, and
missing; in Bull Run, losing us; in Fred
ericksburg, losing 81, and in the Wilder
ness, losing 90. 1t lost during its entire
term 219 officers and men.
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Holder C. Loveland, Van Buren,, Ark, and
others, have written regarding the request
of James Weaver, who begged for funds,
claiming himself in need. The writer de-
clares that Weaver embezzled railroad funds
received from the sale of railroad lands. The
old soldiers have suffered from his acts.
They say that Heron Post, "a, Arkansas,
could have been joined by Weaver, if he
had desired, at one time. Weaver was con-
victed and is in prison. The writers think
that the veterans ought not to allow them
selves to be victimized.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-01-10

KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS.-The annual
inspection of Rathbone Division No. s,
unform rank Knights of Pythias, was
held last Nil ht at their Castle Hall.
Capt. George King, with twenty mem
bers of his command, in full uniform,
with accoutrements, marched into the
presence of Maj. V. Donati, battalion
commander, of Richmond, Va, who,
with his assistants, Lieut.. J. B. Heck
and Sir Knight Guard R. G.. Banghan,
of Syracuse Division No. 4, proceeded
with critical inspection of the uni
forms and equipments of No. s, and at
its close highly complimented the COM
mand on its fine appearance and fault
less condition. The question of the
next annual encampment of the order,
which will be held at Washington, d:
c., in August next was discussed, and
some preliminary arrangements relat-
ing thereto were effected. After the
business of the evening was concluded
the Sir knights repaired to the resi-
dence of Sir Knight Schwab, by whom
they were handsomely entertained,
and thence proceeded to Fleischmann's
Hotel, where they were seated to a
superb supper, to which full justice was
done. The occasion was enlivened by
many light speeches and at late hour
the company separated with the hope
of reunion at Washington. Rath-
bone Division now numbers thirty-three
uniformed members and its personnel
aud drill is second 10 no Pythian organ
iZalion IN the State.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-01-10
PROPOSALS.
TO CONTRACTORS.

SEALED PROPOSALS WILL BE RE-
CEIVED BY THE COMMITTEE On
STREETS FOR GRADING STREETS IN
TIE SECOND WARD AS FOLLOWS:
Section I-Wythe Street from st. Asaph
street to point 80 feet east of the centre Of
Pitt street; Pitt stcct from Wythc street 20
PcndletOn street; Pcndleton street from ST.
Aaaph street to point 81 feet West OF the
centre Of Royal street; containing approx
matcy 6c00 yards
Section 2 Wythc street from point 20
feet east of the centrc OF Pitt street t. Fair
| fax street Pcndleton street from point 3
feet west Of the centre of Royal street 10 Fair
| fax street; Royal street from Princess street
10 Wythe street; containing approximately
| 10,50O yards.
Each bid must be accompanied by a certi-
| fed check for SlO0 as :. guantcc OF good faith
on the part OF the bidder. and that the con-
tract will be entered into aud bond oxccut,d
by the bidder. Cd award OF the contract Dc
fault in this respect by the successful bidder
shall work Il forfeiture of deposit. Separate
bids must be made on each Section. Bids
will be opened 1T the Auditors Office, at -
! o'clock m. WEDNESDAY, January Il. 1894 +:
and the successful bidders will be expected 10
begin work Monday, January %, 1894.
| The Committee reverse the right 10 reject any
| or all bids or parts OF bids. All BIDS must bc
adore sed to the Chairman, Committee on
streets, Auditors office, Alexandria, Va, and
marked Proposals for street grading in the
| Second Ward
Plans and specifications can be seen at the
| Auditor office
Bids will be received only from residents of
the City of Alexandria, and the successful bid
der will be required to employ upon the said
work labor resident in the City of Alexandra.
No asst nment of bids, awards or contracts
will be allowed except by consent of the
Committee on Streets. Twenty per cent. of
contract price to be retained from each esti'
mate until the final estimate is made and the
work accepted by the Committee on Streets.
Bond will be required with good security in
the sum of fifteen hundred dollars Of the sue
ccssfu bidder or bidders OH each section for
the faithful execution of the contract. and to
indemnify the City Council against all claims
or actions for labor supplies, or damages
growing out of the said work.
JAMES r. CATION.
Chairman Committee on Streets
jan10t11
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-01-10

ARRESTED ON SUspICIoN.-Word was
sent to the station house this morning
that three strange men were endeayor-
ing TO sell patent nickle-plated oil
cup (presumbly belonging to a tugboat),
one single barrel gun and one double
barrel gun, which it was supposed had
been stolen. Officer Davis took the
three men in custody short time later
and brought them and the articles
named to the station house. They gave
their names as George Riley, Albert
Fleming and George May. Lieutenant
Smith subsequently notified Major
Moore, of the Washington police, of the
arrest, and that officer sent word to the
Lieutenant to hold the trio until he
could send for them. 1t probable the
oil cup and guns were stolen in Wash
ington. Officers from Washington
came here this evening on the police
boat Joe Blackburn, identified the guns
as having been stolen from the tug
Fannie Gilbert and the oil cup from the
tug Joe Zane, and took the men back
to Washington. Mr.. Della of this city
had purchased one of the guns but at
once gave it up when he learned it mad
been stolen.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-01-10
LOCAL BRETITIES.

y car was broken open and robbed
in the W. Il O. yard last night.
A number of the members of the
Alexandria Light Infantry will tonight
attend the full dress reption OF the
Washington Light Infantry.
Mrs. Dudley, wife of Mr.. B. F. Dud-
ley, well-known aud esteemed resi-
dent of this city, died at her home on
Prince street this morning.
The druggists of this city and vicinity met
at the office of Mes,rs. E S. Lcadbcatcr 4
Sons to day to discuss the pharmacy law now
before the legislature, and which is more
stringent than the present law. Several
amendments were proposed and the Aloxal
dria representatives in the legislature were
requested to secure their adoption.
The predicted snow came last night but
disappeared to-day.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-01-10

THE CIRCUIT JUDGEsHIP.- Judge
Tebbs, of Loudoun, has withdrawn
from the race for Circuit Judge, leav-
ing the fight now between Judge Nor
ton, of this city, and Mr.. c. f. Nicoi,
of Prince William.
A large majority of the Fairfax bar
has endorsed Judge Norton for Circuit
Judge.
The GAzETTE's Richmond CORE
spondent writes: The caucus meets
Friday night to nominate candidates
for circuit Judges and there will be con-
siderable lobbying up to that time.
Down here it looks very much like Mr..
Nicol will succeed Judge Keith in the
eleventh circuit. Judge Norton, of
Alexandria, has strong following.
however, and as nothing i .rtain in
politics the signs may fail.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-01-10

CHANGES IN misunderstanding
to-day the following changes in SEIZED
ule on the Washington Southern Rail
way were made. Trains leaving Wash
ington for Alexandria at 1915 a. m.
and p. m. every day and 5:37 p. m.
week days will be withdrawn and the
train leaving at 1901 p. m. will leave
hereafter at l:50 4. m. Trains leaving
Alexandria for Washington at Hi a.
NJ. and 2:0S p. N. every day and 5:45
p m. daily except Sunday will be with.
drawn, and train leaving at p. m. will
be changed to LOO p. m. and the sos
y. m. 10 $50 p. m.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-01-10

y. NJ. 5. 1.-The annual election OF
officers OF the Young Mems Sodali'y
Lyceun took place last night at the /
hall. There was no opposition eX-
cept in one Office and that was carried
by what may be termed perfect walk
over" Before the election took place
Nj. William l.. Hoy presented TO
the Lyccum a handsome oil painting
OF Rev. Father Cutler. which was
received with great enthusiasm, it be-
ing gift of the Reverend Father.
President ]. Harry Rice then read his
annual report, which makes that gen
tlemans intellectual abilities higher in
The estimation OF ali who heard il,
whereupon Chairman Desmond thank
ed and congratulated him, in the name
of the Lyceum for the prosperous and
efficient manner in which he had cou-
Quoted the affairs of the Lyceum. Elec-
ton of officers was then proceeded with
and resulted as follows: President, T..
f. Mccarthy; lst Vice-President, VIM.
Desmond 2nd do. VIM. Kelley; Re-
cording Secretary, z. ]. Murphy; Cor
responding Secretary, Chas. n. Lind
sey Treasurer, Edward German; Lii
braran, Rev. Father Kenefick Ser
geant,at-arms, A. Schoeni; Council
Members, E. E. Lawler, E. Birrell, C..
Webster, ~. j. Callan, r. Norris and
J. II. Rice.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-01-10

FIGHTING WOMEN ARREsTED.-At a
late hour last night Lieutenant Smith,
while on east Princess street, heard
some disgusting languas en- latirg
from two women (Frankie Folsom ami
Nellie Hafer) in house of some noto-
ricty in that neighborhood. Later he
heard the women engage in a fierce
fight, when he entered, parted and ar
rested them. This morning the Fol
som woman was fined s. and her an
tagonist IS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-01-10

PERsoNAL.-Mr. S. Leterman and
wife, of Charlottesville, Mr.. A. Vein
berg, formerly of this city, but now OF
Baltimore, and Mrs. Lowenberg, OF
Norfolk, were in the city yesterday the
guests of Mayor Strauss.
DR.. w. G. Ashby has returned from
Franklin, where he spent the holidays,
and has leased from Mr.. J. S. Black
burn one of the new houses on Wash
ington street, near Cameron, where he
will open his office.
DR.. w. X. Milhollen, formerly of
Loudoun, has opened dentists office
at No. l19 south Columbus street.
Mrs. Mamie ]. Terry, Of Baltimore,
WHO had been visiting her parents on
south Pitt street, LEFT this evening for
her home in Baltimore
Mrs. Il. l.. Radcliffe, who has been
quite sick, is improving.
AJessrs. s. G.. Brent and L. Marbury
have gone to Richmond.
y party of friends were very delight
fully entertained at the charming home
OF Mr., George w Keys on Payne street
last night.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-01-10

NOTICE.-At meeting of the BOARD
N OF SUPERVISORS of Alexandria coun-
ty, Va, January 9th, 1894, it was ordered
that a meeting of the citizens of Alexandria
county. Va, be called at o'clock on TUES
DAY, January 10th, 1894, at the County
Court House. on north Columbus street, Alex
andria city, Va, to discuss the matter of is
suing COUNTY BONDS for the improvement
of public roads, and that the clerk advertise
the same in the Alexandria city newspapers
and by posters.
A copy-Teste; d. YOUNG.
jan1O I'd Clerk.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-01-10

SURPRISE PARTY.-A very pleasant
surprise party was given at the resi-
dence OF Mr.. VIM. Leef, on upper King
street, last night by number of young
ladies and gentlemen, friends OF the
family. The evening was spent in
games and vocal and instrumental
music. All present thoroughly enjoy
ed themselves aud at late hour turn
ed heir steps homeward
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-01-10
DRY GOODS.
v God Vard & Lotbr0p.
10th, 18th and F Sts., N. W.
A SPECIAL SALE OF
WONEN'S JACKETS AND CAPES
BEGINS HERE TO-DAY.

A LARGE f STREET WINDOW IS FILL
ED WITH STYLISH JACKETS and CAPES,
the result of an advantageous purchase COM
bining the best values with the smallest prices
for new Winter garments ever before possible
to name in our Cloak Department.
In connection with these every garment i'll
our Cloak Stock will be sold nj a reduced
price.
At $500. Were $3.50. Black Skirt
Jackets, tight.ftting, Worth collar braid, and
fur trimmings satin facings.
At $500. We're $3.50. Half tight-fitting
Jackets, blue brown and black, full umbrella
skirt, half satin lined.
At 1918. Were $40 Navy Blue Diago-
nal Rector Jackets. full length, large sleeves.
at $3.50 Were S14 and SIS. Brown
Chinchllla Jackets double breasted half satin
lined.
At $3.50. Wero $3.50. Tailor made
kerscy Cloth Jackets, blue and black Worth
collar half satin lined, pearl buttons.
At so. We're SD Doublc-brcasted
Cloth Jackets, brown and black, broad revers
braid and fur trimming, half satin lined.
AT S12 30. We're S2250 and S25. I'm
ported Kcrscy Cloth Jackets, navy blue
black. and green, lined throughout with silk,
handsomely trimmed with fur, braid, and
velvet
At $15. Wore $50. Handsome Import
cd Tan Kersey Cloth Jackets, lined through
out with fancy silk, finished with natural
pearl buttons.
Third floor .....11th-st buildmg)
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-01-10

Decentralization is called TO 81 r
vice of praise to be held in the Second
Presbyterian CT urch Thursday after
noon, Jan. 18th, at 4 o'clock. Rev.
Theron H. Rice, pastor of the church,
will address the women of his own con-
gregatiou on THE IT tion Of the Flo y
S brit 20 Missions" The women of the
city are cordially invited TO attend this
car,-on
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-01-10
ELECTION OF OrFIceRs.-The 1

ELECTION OF OFFICERs.-The follow
ing officers of the City Investment Com
pany OF Washington, d. c., were elect
ed to-day: f. Z. Corbett, president;
\. W. Armstrong, secretary; John Ri
dout, treasurer. and j. c. Smoot, 4. W.
Armstrong, W T. Lambert, w. c. WI
bert. Chas. r. Newman, John Ridout
and F. f. Corbett, board of directors.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-01-10

NEW YORK, Jan. 1O.-Aftor a decline the
market improved under tho leadership Of
American sugar which rose IA to 81. The
improvement was short-livcd, however, ami
before II oclocl. the whole list was on the
down grade once more At Il p M. the mar
kct was weak;
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-01-10
The Puzzle Solved.

Perhaps no local disease has puzzled and
bailled the medical profession more than nasal
catarrh. While not Immediately fatal it is
among the most nauseous and disgusting ills
the flesh is heir to, and the records show very
few or no cases of radical cure Of chronic ca
tarrh by any of the many modes of treat
ment until the introduction of Elys Cream
Balm few years ago. The success of this
preparation has been most gratifying and sur
prising No druggist is without it.
Elgin's Best is the best Butter made
Price IS cents per pound.
New Buckwheat and Pure Pork
Sausage Meat. Try them.
Sweet Florida Oranges.
Extra Fine Malaga Grapes, large
clusters.
Cape Cod Cranberries.
One barrel New York Cider.
One barrel Pittsburg Kraut.
Cucumber Pickles; also Sweet Pickles,
Fine Home canned Peaches, only a
few left. B. 81. JENKINS,
je2 Cor. Duke and Fairfax streets.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-01-10

HARNESS SToLEN.-Mr. Emanuel
Francis stable, in the rear Of his resi-
dence on south st. Asaph street was
broken into by thieves Oh Monday
night and n set Of harness stolen.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-01-10

PROPERTY SALEs.-Mr. F. G. Swaine
has sold to Mr.. G. B. Kennedy the
house and lot on the northwest corner
of Fairfax and Wolfe streets, for 50, 700.
Mr.. Harry Smoot has sold to Mr.. &.
+. Knox lot at the intersection of
Montgomery street and the George
town road, for 81 $50.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-01-10

Police CoURT.-Jpstice Thompson pre-
8iding.--Tho following cases were
disposed Of this morning
\ white and a cclored man, charged
with fighting, were dismissed for want
OF evidence.
4 white man for being drunk on the
street was dismissed with reprimand.
Two colored boys charged with loaf
ing about the gas works were repri-
manded and dismissed.
Two white women Presidents Of east
Princess street, were fined 50 and IS
respectively for fighting.
4 resident Of the Fourth ward for
permitting nuisance on his premises
was dismissed, he promising to abate
the nuisance at once.
Night Report. Last night was cloudy
and cool until about y o'clock when
it began to snow. Six prisoners and
seven dodgers were at the station house,