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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-12-19
IMPROVING TIE POTOMAC.


Major Davis has reported to the chief
CT engineers in regard to the improve
ment of the Potomac river that excel
lent progress was made in dredging in
the Virginia channel during the month
of Nov smber. A cut averaging about
$50 feet in width was made on the west
side of the channel for a distance of
about 3,100 feet. The fill over the
greater part Of section 2 is now up to
grade The channel is being widened
from about 240 feet to 400 feet and the
average depth made is full twenty-one
feet at low tide.
Ia regard to the Aqueduct bridge,
Maj. Davis reports that the repairs to
piers numbers ,, 3, 5, 6, and S were
completed by the end OF the month.
These repairs were made by means Of
concrete in bags put in place by divers.
The largest cavity found was at pier
No. 8, which had evidently incl eased
in size since the examination of 1898.
1t required S9.1 cubic yards of concrete
to make this pier secure. At pier No. 6,
in addition to the cavity found in 1893,
the masonry at the southwest corner Of
the pier had been carried away, prob
ably by the action of masses of ice.
Extensive repairs were also required
on this pier, 57.7 cubic yards OF concrete
being laid. The total amount of con
crete put in place in these six piers was
1914 6 cubic yards.
t On the 18th ultimo the eight cribs
forming the lower part Of the coflerdam
were towed TO pier No. and put in
position around it. The cribs were
next secured together by OVERLAPPING
courses of timber, drift bolted and fram-
ed, and the floor put in place in the
pockets, which are to be filed With rip
rap. Al the close of the month about
one-third of the height of the crib had
been built, This branch of the work is
delayed by the non arrival OF the neces-
sary timber. At pier No. . several
large trees and snags were found lying
on the bed of the river and lodged
across the up stream end of the pier.
They have been removed. At pier No
timber was found belonging to the
cofierdam in which the pier was built
10 1889. The timber was partially
adoat, being held at one end. It was
twenty-seven feet long and sixteen
inches square. 1t was sawn off by the
diver. The sides are water-worn, but
the timber is in perfect state of pres
ervation, after having been under wa
ter for fifty five years During Decem-
bsr it is proposed to complete the Golfer
! dam and TO protect with riprap the
piers already repaired.
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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-12-19

F., Ladies' and Childrens Cloaks, Furs, Skirts
Shawls, Corsets end Wrappers.
Christmas Calicos, 40 yards in each pat
tcn,) 65c
Twilled Cashmere Delaine 40 yards in
each pattcrn) Soc.
Holiday Chintzes, 10 yards in g pattern, 81
Sea Island Percals in the coming pattern,
! 12l,c yard
Black Spanish Lace Scarfs and Fichues, 81
to Sl5 each. Real Duchess Lace Handker-
chiefs, 75c to S25 EACH Rosette Collars SOC
each. Lace Collars 81 to SIS each.
silk Elastic Carriers, with buckles and rib
bon bows in fancy boxes, SOC, 75c, S5c, 81
and 81 % pair.
Black and Colored Silk Hosiery, in fancy
boxes. S1.9S to So so pair
Genuine All Cologne, 20c, 40c and 95c q
bottle.
Pinaud's French Extract, all the new scents,
zoe bottle.
Pinaud's Sweet Smelling Salts, 49c bot
tie
Pinaud's Aurora French Cologne, in 4-oz.
bottles, SOC each.
Pinaud's Toilet Water, SOC bottle.
Best Imported Bay Rum, SOC pint, 90c a
quart.
Trip'e Extracts, all of the sweet smelling
essences, Doc an ounce.
Imported and Domestic Toilet Soaps.
Imported and Domestic Atomizers, 25c to
$3.50 each.
Onyx Tables, of wrought brass and Onyx
slabs So up Onyx and Brass Piano Lamps,
$3.50 up.
KNICK-KNACKs.- pin trays, 1Oc
to soc; metal boxes, for matches, hair-pins,
safety pins, etc, soc; metal Jewel boxes, soc
up manicure sets. in. trays and boxes, CSC up:
bouquet holders 25c up ; inkstsnds. 29c up;
pocket match safes. 25c up smokers sets 29c
up; metal covered perfume bottles, 35c mp;
hand mirrors, Csc up; stand mirrors, $2.25
knick- -knack boxes, - up; ash receivers, CSC
picture frames, 25c up; whisk brooms and
holders, SOC up; odor stands, 75c up; comb,
brush and mirror sets, 1925 up, scrap bask-
cts, 65c up; fancy baskets 10c up: wnr..-
baskets, 35c up; satin lined work baskets,
soc up leather purses, sc to SOC; pocket
books, 19c to $3.50: combination card cases
and pocket books, SOC to So. 25; card cases,
SOC to So .9S; letter cases, SOC to So; writ
ing tables, 81 .15 to S3 chatlaine bags, 25c to
$3 shopping bags, soc to $1.5O.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-12-19

A RACE AGAINST DEATH.-It was a
race against death for Joseph Busby, a
farmer, living near Burlington, n. j.,
Yesterday morning. Busby was kill
ing hogs, and as he attacked one ugly
fellow it bit him viciously. one of its
sharp teeth sinking into the farmers
arm. The blood gushed forth in a
thick stream and it was plain that an
artery was severed. He was therefore
hustled into a carriage and driven at
breakneck speed to Burlington to Sc
cure medical aid. The artery was tax
en- up, and the flow of blood stopped.
Busby is still very weak from loss OF
blood. and fears are entertained that
blood d-poisoning may result.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-12-19
Rudy's Pile suppository

is guaranteed to cure PILES snd CoNsTIPA.
TIoN, or money refunded. 5Oconts per box
Send stamp for circular and Free Sample tt
MARTIN RUDY. Lancaster, Pa. For sale by
all first-class druggists.
E. S. LEADBEATER & SONS,
Wholesale Agents,
r16 TYR Alexandris Va.
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The absorbing Topic
what Shall We Buy for Christmas?


Let US help you ont with few suggestions
Buy for the old gentleman a pair OF SLIP
Pl2RS. They ave useful. comfortable and sure to
please Foi the young man pair OF PATENT
LEATHER WALKING SHOES or Dancing
Pumps Gould there be~anything more APP
piopriate? For the small boy pair of
LACED SHOES Gust like Faras) or 4 pair of
GUM BOOTS. Either are sure winners with
Yourg America. For mother pair of La
DIES COMFORTS. Buskins or Slippers. She
always enjoys aud appreciates & pair of them.
For the young ladya pair of nice PATENT
LEaTIlER or FINE KID DANCING and
RECEPTION SLIPPERS. These will please
beyond any doubt. For misses and children
a pair of nice KID.LACID SHOES or BLU
CHEERS. They are all anxious for them, so
they viii be pleased and get something SER
vcesble and useful. For a large assortment
of the latest designs in these goods we are
second 10 none.
T. PAFF & son,
80
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-12-19
DOMESTIC SEWING MACHINES.
HOLIDAY TRADE.

Layer Raisins.
Valencia Raisins,
New Currants,
Mixed Nuts,
New CiJron,
Cox's Gelatine.
Nelson's Gclatine,
Chambers Gelatine
Italian Maccaroni,
Atmorc's Mince Meat
Fancy New Orleans Molasscs,
Sweet Cider.
French and American Sardines
Cooking Brandy,
French Brandy,
CoolzingWine. very old Sherry,
Scotch Whisky and Pure Old Rye,
Jamaica and ST. CroiX Rum,
Purest New England Rum,
Bass & Co.'S Ale,
Guinness Stout,
Portner's Export Beer,
Mumm < Co.'S Extra Dry Champagne,
Ackron 0at Meal aud Rolled Oats,
Hecker's Sclf-raising Bucl,wh2at.
Olive Oil, Mixed Pickles, Sweet Pickles and
Canned Goods.
All at Lowest Prices.
w. A. JOHNSON & co,
dec6 ill Cor Roval and Cameron sts.
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The Christmas rec
PH1RRY7S-


Il thought ingst o nind lie oy
o
ant that
dainty fingers of od and what everybody will glad recyosnd
add
be surprised doli have
fifty odd
had will be shop early
pencil
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-12-19
DRY GOODS.

DRY GOODS.
CGB||IA I RI JS||||
Both stores crowded with
eager buyers. Why? The
reason is apparent. We have
the largest assortment, the
greatest collection of holiday
goods ever brought to Alexan
dria and at the very lowest
prices. We have departed
from and forgotten values and
profits. 1t is your trade we
want we mean and intend to
supply Alexandrians, or at
least a good majority of them,
with holiday goods. Our name
shall be a household name on
Xmas day. There is neither
time nor space to enumerate
the articles to be found in both
OF our extensive establish
ments, but we can repeat that
there can be found the choicest
assortment of holiday special
ties, and we invite your inves-
tigation to substantiate our
claim. We beg and request
you not to defer your pur-
chases until the last moment,
but make your selection now
while both stocks are brim full
of suggestions. We have a
corps Of efficient and polite
salespeople. They will assist
you in making your selections.
Come all come early ! The
two big stores-n. e. and S. e.
corners King and Royal sts.
ISAAC E|CHBER|G1. {
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chenbsrlain's Eye end Skin Ointment
Is . certain cure for Chronic Sore Eyes
Granulated Eye Lids, Sore Nipples, 9iles'
Eczema, letter, Salt Rheum and Scald Head,
d cents ner hox. For sale BY druggists.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-12-19
TO HORSE OWNERS.

For putting a horse in fine healthy con-
dition try DR.. Cady's Condition Powders.
They tone up the system, aid digestion, cure
loss of appetite, relieve constipation, correct
kidney disorders and destroy worms glvlng
new life to an old or over worked horse. 70
cents per package. For sale by
L. STABLER & Co., Druggists.
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GOODS HOLIDAY GOODS
liiI~1 Your Power
HOLIDAY GOODS.
HOLIDAY GOODS.


SMALL
to doths onert the lowing
Ladies Goldiled
10 nd lifled do SIS
FRENCH MARBLE for 81; other Clocks from 90c
So do Table SO
Gold Rings Ladies 81 80 and Gents So and
fine LADY'S RING S150
|
H. w. WILDT,
1O6 NORTH ROYAL ST, ALEXANDRIA
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HOLIDAY GOODS.
NOW IS THE TINE T0 ORDER
Christmas Cakes.
THIS CAN BE EASILY DONE BY LEAv-
ING YOUR ORDER AT
II. BLOCH'S
Bakery and Confectionery Store,
NO. 6l5 KING STREET,

Who is now ready to serve you with first-clsss
cake cf all kinds. including all kinds Of Pound
Cakes, Fruit Cakes and Great Assortment
Of FANCY AND MINED CAKES
also take orders on Saturday for delivery
on Sunday of CHARLOTTE ROUSE.
All kinds of Pies speciality, including my
pride, the LEMON MERINGUE.
Fresh Bread and Rolls ana BOSTON
BROWN BREAD delivered fresh every morn
ing.
Come and see the Fine
PYRAMID CAKE. Every one who makes a
purchase of 10 cents or more viii be entitled
to ticket The one holding the lucky num-
bcr will be presented with the cake on Christ
mas Eve.
All orders for Weddings and Parties given
prompt attention.
go~We serve Hot Coffee, Tea and Choco-
late, with cake, at all hours during the day.
dccS 2w
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-12-19
YOU KNOW US.

YOU KNOW US.
You have been dealing with
US for so many years. Our
dealings have always been
satisfactory, at least we con
clude this from your uninter-
rupted patronage. We have
now arranged matters so
you can have your packages
delivered right at your door
the same day you purchase
them.
CHRISTMAS GOODS.
of every desirable kind are
here. We have devoted
much space to these goods,
and, if more desirable, we
will lay aside any article and
deliver it when you specify.
This is tor your convenience,
as you can now shop with
out being jostled against.
No jam now.
FOR NEW YEARS.
All the flnery needed for
your toilet all the different
wears for your dresses !;
none too soon to buy your
dressmaker must have a
little time.
ENGRAVED CARDS
FOR CHRISTMAS.
Your name engraved on cop
per plate and 50 CARDS for
SOC. Order now will be too
busy later on. Work guar
anteed.
LANSBURGH & BRO,
42o, 422, 424 426 Seventh St,
Washington, D. c.
aec1O 2w
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MEETINGS.

yy1HE ANNUAL meeting of the stockhoId-
Il ers of the PEOPLES GAS SAVING
ASSOCIATION of Baltimore, Md, will be
held at the principal office of the association,
Nos. 216 and 21S King street, in the city of
Alexandria, Va, on TUESDAY, the 9Th day
of January, 1895, at 4 o'clock p. m.
CHAS. II. DICKSON,
dec1S I'd Secretary.
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7. PAtF z sun,
decit I'm 1913 King street.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1894-12-08
MRS. OPEL'S STORY.
The Abuse to Which Her Little
Daughter Was a Witness.

ST. LOUIS. Dec. TN the Opel divorce
case to-day several striking scenes were
developed. Mrs. Opel was pu. on the
stand. Interest reached its climax when
the comp anant told of the bitter accusa-
tons and vile insnuations against her
wifely conduct, obscene words and oaths
alleged to have been heaped upon her by
her husband in public and private for sew
eFal years. eliminating in declaration by
him in a legal document. before either
party sought divorce, that she was bad.
No less dramatic was the testimony Of IA
year-old Myria Opel, who was witness to
one stormy scene between her parents at
the Southern Hotel. Myria was put on
the stand TO corroboEate the testimony #
her mother. and did so emphatically.
Several other witnesses were examined
and the case was adjourned until Satur-
day morning. when Mrs. Opel will resume
her testimony.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1894-12-08
MISS GING'S SLAYER.
1t Was Neither of the Hayward
Brothers.
The Authorities Admit They Can
Fasten the Crime on
Neither Man.

MINNEAPOLIS, Dec. 7.-Although the
Hayward brothers are in cells charged
with murder in the first degree, it is
frankly admitted by the authorities that
they have not laid hands on the man who
fired the shot that killed Miss Cling. In
fact, while they have made great progress.
they are really a long way away from
solving the mystery as to the identity of
the actual murderer. 1t is believed that a
warrant is out for the apprehension Of the
man, but the authorities VIII neither af-
firm nor deny that they know who he is.
From an inside source, however, it Is
learned that they confidently expect his
arrest very shortly.
The alibis Of the Hayward brothers are
perfect, so far as the time of the actual
murder is concerned. An important ad-
mission made by Hayward to the authori-
ties. which has just leaked out, Is that
Miss Cling was his mistress. He admitted
the fact. and in the next breath
denied emphaticaly that he desired
her death. 1t is known, too, that Hay
ward was very much smitten by the
young lady, whom he took 10 the theater
on the night Of the tragedy. He was. in
tact. engaged to marry her, and the day
was set The authorities believe that this
TACT may furnish the additional motive
deemed necessary to explain the crime.
1t has seemed Scarcely possible that so
horrible crime should be instgated by
Hayward for the $4,000 insurance money
which would be obtained, and which he
would have to share with the others
who were in the conspiracy. Two thousand
har
wards stamp. who often had moro than
that in his pocket, and was known to
stake thousand on the turn of a card.
His approaching marriage and the neces-
sity OF ending the affair with Miss Cling
may have furnished further motive
The Hayward brothers were formally
arraigned in the Municipal Court this
morning, and the examination was contin.
ued until Thursday
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1894-12-08
ETZLER IS IN DANGER
Attempts to Take the Life of
the InfOrmer.
First He Is Severely Beaten and
Then He Is Left With Escap-
ing Gas.

Los ANGELES, Dec. 7.-Charles E.
EtZler, the informant against the Roscoe
train-robbers, has passed through startling
experiences during the past week. In fact,
the officers having the matter in hand
claim that two attempts have been made
on the life of EtZler.
A few evenings since some unknown
parties induced Etzler to accompany them
on little tour of the city. He was not
only treated like prince. but money was
offered him to get him out of the country.
The result was the landing of EtzIer in
the City Jail. The next day he Informed
the Southern Pacific detectives what had
taken place, but said he refused to take
their money.
The officers kept a close watch on their
man for a time. bat as he was not again
approached the matter was lost sight of.
Now comes story that on Wednesday
night EtZler. while laboring under an
over-indulgence in liquor, was set upon by
unknown parties, and had not help ar
rived at an opportuna moment he might
have been gotten away with.
But those who desire TO get rid of this
important witness made their boldest at
tempt last night. and had it been success
full would have left no clew behind 1t
appears that they again caught him nap
ping, and after getting him drur t,ok
him 10 his room. dumped him on the bed,
uIned on the gas and quietly left The
place. Fortunately for Etzler. some par
lies occupying an adjoining room discov-
cred the escaping gas before it had time
TO get in its deadly work.
From now on close watch will be kept
on E Zler.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1894-12-08
GENERAL HARRIS WRATH,
His Anger Caused Him to Be Fined
for Contempt,

His Anger Caused Him to Be Fined
for Contempt.
SACRAMENTO, Dec. IA rather sensa-
tlonal feature occurred in the Superior
Court tonight. during the trial of burg
larry case. A youth named Rains was
caught in Lawyer A. l.. Harris house one
night some weeks ago, and his trial con-
menced yesterday. General Hart being
absent In Woodland, the District Attorney
conducted the prosecution alone. When
the burglary occurred. and for a year or
two prior thereto. William P. Harlow was
student in Hsrt's office, and two weeks
ago was admitted to practice by the Su-
preme Court. The first case he got was
that of young Rains, and when Hart was
told of it he Informed Harlow that Rains
could not be defended by his office. Rar-
low decided 10 stay by his client, so he and
Hart severed their relations, both profess
sionally and socially.
Tonight on Harris return from Wood
land he took the witness-stand to testifv
against the prisoner. Great fun was ex.
pected by lawyers ana others when Har
low started in to cross-sxamine the pen
erai, but they got even more than the,
bad bargained for. After asking a num.
Der of tantalizing questions. Harlow finally
got Hart 80 angry that he forgot the
courts frequent warnings and replied H.,
Sucn terms that hs was fined $25 for co :
Tempt of court. A few minutes later Their
was another outbreak and Hart was fnee
500 more. This was repeated in almos,
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1894-12-08
BLOWN FROM A TRAIN.
The Body of the Victim Found After
Search


SACRAMENTO, Dec. IA distressing
thing occurred Tonight between here and
Davlsville. at about the point where the
overland train was robbed not long ago.
Among the passengers on the train for
Woodland. leaving here at P. NJ, was
Ben Charmak. merchant of that place.
The night was stormy and a strong wind
was blowing. Out on the Yolo plains it
amounted 80 quite a gale. Charmak left
the smokIng-car to get his ticket from his
overcoat In the passenger coach, and, as
he was passing from one car to the other.
be lost his balance and was blown off the
platform. Two men saw him go off the
platform and gave the alarm. The train
was stopped and backed up for mile, but
the unfortunate man could not be found.
The crews of two incoming trains also
kent lookout along the road, but Charmak
was not seen.
The railroad company has sent out an
engine and crew to search for him. The
night is bitterly cold and rain is falling
heavily. If not killed outright, Charmak,
who Is delicate person, could not long
survive the exposure.
At late hour tonight the dead body of
Charmak was found alongside the railroad
track.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1894-12-08
COLEMAN's BIG CLAIMS.
His Suit Against the Estate of John
Ct. DOWnev.


Los ANGELES, Dec. 1.-THE case of 7
ii. Coleman against the estate of John G.
Downey, deceased. was heard before Judge
Mckinley to-day. The plaintiff claims
that in the years 1863-64 he handed over to
the late Governor Downey the sum of
$4,000 in trust to be saved for him, and of
this amount he has, so he alleges, received
only $3.50 in return. He further contends.
however, that on September /, 1891, the
late Governor Downey employed him as
companion, but that while the position
was sufficiently onerous, his salary has
never been PAID. The plaintiff therefore
claims $4,000, being the balance yet due
on the trust money deposited with Gov
ernor Downey, and 1920 being salary as
companion up to the time Of the Gov
ern0r's death.
The defense made q general denial 10 the
several allegations. contend1ng that the
claim for the balance of money deposited
in the hands of the Governor was stale
before tho latter's death and Is forever
barred. While denying that plaintiff was
employed as companion on salary. coun-
ter claim Is set up that Coleman owes
500 on promissory note dated Novem Der
7. 1892. and the court is asked to award
this amount with accrued interest.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1894-12-08

the next breath, and finally the District
Attorney implored the court not to be 50
severe on the witness. as he was greatly
excited.
All this time Harlow maintained his
composure and seemed to take fiendish
denght In proddlng his former friend and
tutor. Once, when the court reprimanded
him for asking some question, he apollo
glzed and reminded the court that it was a
new business to him, ana besides he had
received his schooling in General Harris
office. The case finally went over.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1894-12-08

sinated by the Guatemalans. and from I'M
official sources it is learned that conf
pany of ITO Mexieans had a skirmfsh with
400 Guatemalan guerrillas, in which two
Mexican soldiers were killed. This par
ticular body of mounted Guatemalans is
reported to be still lowering about the
vicinity Of the Mexican troops. but IL Is
believed that after making the attack they
retired to the Guatemalan side Of the in-
ternational line.
Should the official information confirm
these reports it is highly probable that the
Mexican Government will at once demand
reparation in a satisfactory manner for
the outrage.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1894-12-08
SOCIALISTS DEFEATED.
They Get Small Comfort i'm the Ger
man Parliament.

BERLIN. Dec. THE result of the cleo
ton of the Secretaries of the Rschstag
was announced to-day. The socalistic
candidate was defeated.
The socialists demanded represen tation
in the presidential bureau In proportion
to their numbers, but when the President
u the Reichstag, Herr Won Levetzow.
asked them whether they would be dis
posed to undertake the duties connected
with such representation they replied with
an emphatic negative.