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La correspondencia de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 1890-1943, 1894-06-13

c6nodo, luioso, veptilado con ab1ndantirima luz,
y que el mobilisrio traido de Ia HabAna On cisnto
y tantos bultos es de gusto notable rsfnado
luio So cree que para sntes dc un mes estal
completamente listo SO Abrira al p1blico.
La correspondencia de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 1890-1943, 1894-06-13
Mantequilla, ManteauiIla

MantequIIa de CAnarias la meior la mas
purs, Sc vepda en- Ia casa de los ssnores SOBRI-
NOS DE ARMAS, calle de la Cruz nj
nero 49, 81
La correspondencia de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 1890-1943, 1894-06-13

Aver ue inscribieron en- el Registro Civil del
Juzgado municipal de Ia Cstedral, las defuncio.
mes de Maria Llama y Flores, de cancer uterine;
Pedro Erase Roublesl de cirrOsiS hepAtiesl ] Lu.
La correspondencia de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 1890-1943, 1894-06-13

Para conner sabroso en- Puerto Rico es pre-
ciso abonarse al restaurant La CGtaldnG, Sar
Francisco Sc.
La correspondencia de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 1890-1943, 1894-06-13

Ha entrado formar parte de Ia redacci6u
de nuestro estimado colega La Voa de ID MontaHo
a'aNss ppbEica en- Utuado, el senior don Jose Pu
s,,srs, -
La correspondencia de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 1890-1943, 1894-06-13

Entire Otras cosss, nos dice un amigo de
Barcelona 10 que sigue:-" Mucho trabajsron los
por conseguir el indulto do los ansr.
quistsa cQndanadoa muerts por 81 atsptadQ AZ
La correspondencia de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 1890-1943, 1894-06-13
ia obtsnido medals de Mai,

Ha obtenido medalla de plata en- ell Certa-
men Regional que SO celeoara ha POGO On San.
turce, por su interesante obra "Col6n en- Puerto
Rlco", ruestro distinguido q ilustrado amigo So.
nor don Cayetano Coil Toste. -
La correspondencia de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 1890-1943, 1894-06-13

Ell domingo pasado 292 imponentes deposi
tsron en- Ia Gaia de Ahorros de MayagIez la su
ma de l,426 pesos con SO centaYos
La correspondencia de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 1890-1943, 1894-06-13
Solo cueSta So eI aboDo
PARA UNA FAMILIA

Estamos en- plena estacion de ba6os de mar ]
por solo pesos puede tomarse abono por ounce
los comodos bien dispuestos de LA PROVIDENCIA
en- esta Marina. Dirigrse Ia cale de la Fortaleza
num0ro 30. P)
La correspondencia de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 1890-1943, 1894-06-13
DR.. D. Vicente Santoui

0cAAStG De Ia FacGtad de Parts Recibe consultas
tiarias de de la manans de ! 4 3 de la tarde
an Ponce, Plaza principal ndmero 10.
La correspondencia de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 1890-1943, 1894-06-13
nADRlD-.PARIS.
Senior don R. B. Lopez.

Senior don K. Il. Lopez.
Mi amigo: listed sabe ya, por cartSs mias,
que, reclamado por Asuntos peraonales vine Ma
drid, on dondo he ojercido, ojercer6 hHsta que
me vaya, dc jefe de Ia redaccid dc E Globo, 70
cuaI gue si no me ha llenadol oolss, siempre eK'
haustas como de periodista, mo ha hecho mere
cedor de tres denunciss y de una demanda por
injuria calumnia, que tales son los gales de
stscar al poderoso sefor marques de Comillas y
4 Ia poderosisima Sra. CUmpshia Trasatlantica.
Asi las cosas, autes de que me lleven q Ia
carcel, que es donde parsn aqui todos los hom-
bres de vergienza, me vuelvo Paris, y $50 10
aabe tambi6n usted-dando por perdida, como he
perdido tantas otras cosas, una ruidosa campana
do dos meses on Ell Globo.
No doy por igualmente perdido mi viaie 4
las BatuecSa, que dijo Figaro, porque he podido
spreciar, despuGs de un sho de extranjerismo,
que esta kkbila con pretensones, como llarn6 al
psfs Manuel de Ia Rsvilla, no tiene soluci6n po'
sbe. Por de Contado que ustedes, los de aAd,
no tienen que esperar porque. memo Dat
qui non habet 9s
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25
Fairfax Notes.

There are only two prisoners in jail
at present, both colored.
Mr.. T. B. Martin, of this place, who
has been quite i'll, has gone to the Alex
andria Infrmary for treatment.
The first quarterly meeting, Occquan
Circuit, will be held at Lewis Chapel
next Sunday and Monday, the 9th and
2Sth inst. Preaching morning and
evening on Sunday. Quarterly con-
ference after II o. ~; sermon Monday.
A license to sell ardent spirits, &C.,
at New Alexandria, has been granted
to ". L. Shepherd. D. S: Clair's
motion to obtain license to sell ardent
spirits, &C., at Riverside Park, has been
docketed and continued for a hearing
until June End.
The Third Animal Convention of the
Christian Endeavor Union of northern
Virginia was held in the Presbyterian
church, Vienna, Saturday, May 10Th.
The following officers were elected Tor
the ensuing year president, F. w.
Besley, of Vienna; vice president,
Joseph Berry, of Ash Grove secretary,
Carl Rathbun, of Falls Church treasur-
er, Miss Grace Douglass, of Ballston.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25
LOCAL BREVITIES.

An excursion party from Pennsylva
MIA came here this evening and went to
Mount Vernon over the electric road.
Mary Commandery, K. T., of Phila-
delphia, passed through this city to
day on their way home from trip to
the Luray caverns.
The Colonial Danes, of Baltimore,
have accepted an invitation to visit Mt:
Vernon on June -, where they will
hold the annual meeting of regents
During the thunder storm yesterday
vessels coming up the river report hav-
ing passed through heavy hail storm
from Indian Head to Fort Washington.
The q. S. tug Triton passed up the
river this evening with barge on
which were several guns which had
been tested at the Indian Head proving
ground.
A carrier pigeon yesterday evening
flew into the window of MIR. r. t.
Cooks house on Queen street. The
pigeon was marked John Farris, 113S
Passayunk ave-, Phila."
The Alexandria Light Infantry will
meet on Monday next to make arrange
ments for going to Richmond to take
part in the services incident to the ded-
ication of the Confederate monument
there.
Messrs. saks & Co, of Washington,
and Mr.. Joseph Sphecht, of Fairfax,
have entered suits in Fairfax county,
to recover money owing them by DR..
G.. S. Howard, who recently suddenly
left that county.
Mrs. Bayliss, wife Of Alfred Bayliss,
appeared at the police station yester-
day and complained that her husband,
with whom she is not living, had spirit
ed away her two children, aged five
and three years. Later the children
were found at the residence of Mr..
Baylisss sister, who still has charge OF
| them.
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81 Ms1nzzs.;n, ed95@ S,,
SIG KING STREET.

were handsomely entertained by Lee
Camp at the Exchange where gene
rally good time was had.
Alexandria now has two drum corps,
and both made fine appearance and
rendered good music.
The beautiful floral cross placed on
the monument was the contribution of
Capt. ]. V. Davis, superintendent of the
federal cemetery here.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25

SERIOUSLY HURT-Ed. Davis, who
VAS struck on the head with stone at
what is known as lizard Corner" on
Wednesday night, is in q critical condi-
ton. His skull is fractured, and his re-
coyery is regarded as doubtful. The
police, so far, have been unable to as.
certain who threw the stone. 1t will
be remembered that row had been in
progress and the stone was thrown by
some one in the crowd on the corner,
aud presumably at the police who had
arrived on the scene. 1t passed in close
proximity to Officer Jones's head.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25

TIE RACES. As stated in the GA
zErrE of that date the Grange Camp
Association began its race meeting yes
terdav at the end of the Long bridge.
More than l 200 persons saw the five
races. The track was heavy. Only
one pronounced favorite won, w. B., in
the third race. On the whole the sport
was good. The first race was won by
Key West, second by Miss Madrid,
third by w. b., fourth by Syracuse and
fifth Queen dor. Other races will come
oil this evening.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25

And we are constantly receiving additions this stock but
the closing Of the renders difficult duplicate many
goods now in stock
Our of the popular Bedouin Cloths is better
than any time during the and on these goods
we have likely our last invoices
Percaes Gnghams Jaconets and Lawns in large variety
A arrival in figured and dotted Swiss, plain Swiss
French Organdy, Dmty &c.
A large variety Of India Linens from TO 371hc yard.
An auction purchase of Embroidery gives values
Fine Nainsook Edgng 3oc for strip of ~ yards worth
6oc Nainsook Embroidery with Irish point edge &C. worth
lac Nansook Embroidery with Irish point edge c worth
4lc yards wide Embroidery for Soc worth 81 II! I'd
strips of fine and wide Cambria Embroidery at 90 and 6c
worth double these prices
CARPET DEPARTMENTAL large invoice Of
Mattngs from auction Examine goods and compare
prices and Of your purchasing. Good Mangs
Three excellent lots at axe Extra values at 30
and 2c Liberal reductions prices finer goods made
where the goods sold by the full piece.
RHONE PRICB.S@a
IT tx FITYI' q NJ A RSH ATT.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25
A LEXANDRIA assumed a holiday an.

pealance yester-
day evening, as it
has for the past
five years on
each oath day of
May. 1t was the
33d anniversary
of the departure
of the Alexan-
dria boys for a
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25

FIREMENs' Observation-Disclosures the
parade yesterday the Columbia S. +. +.
Company was officially inspected by
President w. 4. Smoot and second Vice
President j. II. Strider. A thorough
inspection was held of the house and
premises, the engine and other appara-
tus tho horses and the men. Every
thing was found to be in excellent con-
dtion and every man was fully equip
ped and uniformed. The other compa-
MES We're not inspected.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25

NARROW EscAPE.-Yesterday morn
ing Messrs. X. c. l.. Chichester and D..
NJ. Chichester, of Stafford county, sons
Of Judge Chichester, of Fairfax, were on
their way to visit their father. They
attempted to cross Aqua Run in a two
horse carriage. The run being high, the
vehicle was swept down, but the two
young men escaped by swimming, one
returning TO the south side of the run,
the other going to the other side. One
ofthe horses was drowned. The car
rage was swept away, but the other
horse was saved.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25

c. q. Sloan Il Co., Auctionccrs, 1407 G street,
Washington D. c. Successors to Latimer &
Sloan)
HNHIS IS TO notify the public that tho
4 balance of the STREET COLLECTION
has arrived per steamers Tuetonic and South
wark direct from Europe and will be on
exhibition at our Art Galleries 1407 q,
street, Washington, D. c., MONDAY, May
%, 1894. We are instructed by the eXecu-
tor, Mr.. George Street, jr., to sell the articles
at public auction TUESDAY. THURSDAY
and FRIDAY, MAY TWENTY-NINTH and
THIRTY FIRST and JUNE FIRST, 1894.
at ELEVEN A. NJ and THREE p NJ, with
ont any reservation whatever DON'T FAIL
TO ATTEND THE EXHIBITION ON MON
DAY. This is wonderful collection of an
tiQucs in Old Mahogany Furniture, such rs
Chippcndalc Sheraton and Adams. Louis
XIV and XVI Gilt and Carved Mirrors. in al
shapes Tables Brackets, G!randolas, What
nots, etc. Over-mantel Castle and other Mir
rors MS never before seen in this country
Empire Furniture in Suites, Tables, Cheval
Mirrors Chairs and other pieces old Spanish
Pottery Antique Solid Silver, old Cut Glass.
Rare Old Exquisite Sheffield Pixie, in all
shapes; Curios, Quaint Old China, Silver,
Brass and Copper Plaques, and many other al :
tique and interior decorations OF the finest d :.
scription not to he duplicated in this country,
You are respectfully invited to attend Il Q
exhibition and sale on dates above given.
Don't let anything prevent your attendance
as you will be agrccably astonishcd nj the
array of magnificent articles displayed. For
further particulars sec catalogue.
c. G. SLOAN * CO.,
tuctinnccrS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25
DRY GOODS.
VE DEMONSTRATE
WEEKLY
In Every Department.

We only advertise a few
specials for this week. But
every department will make
an extraordinary effort to beat
its record.
25c Crcpon. all colors. 12lac
121hc Percale. in remnants, 71hc.
Sc A Bleached Cotton Gin remnantsl, SC
&c Blacl, Calico, in remnants, 319c.
Sc White Checked Muslin 4a4c.
10c White Checked Muslin, 7c.
Sc Crash, bleached or unbeached, Sc.
Sc Crash, bleached or unbleached, 32.c.
Toe Crash, plaids and stripes, 5l3c
25c Table Damask, 1870
25c Shooting, bleached or unbleached 16lhc
Zoe Leno, all colors, 6ioc.
belong Hooks and Eyes, black or white
3lec-a dozen.
Swans Bill Hook and Eyes. black or white
&c card.
Best Spool Silk &c; Twist / ac.
15c Dress Shields, &c.
Scr 9-ineh whalebOncs' DC . dozen.
I've rt@'l 'i'SS -'"''o,''' -
1i'oA S'l''' '''s'' ~
1''i.'ioa' i"'a' io- o.
-'c i1'uio' 0l.N ''''.'' '''
o. i'alno''E fuse'' H.
io
s s5g oS -
$3.50 Ladies Wrappers. Vatican front and
back, light and navies Zoe =,
fnI, slsa~es 4ac
go
.: = Il / ~ ]. 5.s..... Gu Ut. price 60.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25

sNow-Shortly before two o'clock
yesterday evening, while the wind was
blowing cold from the northeast, there
was spit of snow. Snow had been
known to fall as late as the 4th of May
ia Alexandria, but for it to be seen
hereabouts on the oath is phenominal;;
The temperature last night savored
more Of March than that generally pre-
vaLIlns during the latter part OF May.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25

Ds CcUET -Moyor .StraUss pre-
The following cases were
ed Of this morning
ah..a nan, arrested By Officer ne
l Tor refusing to work on the chain
gl.a was held. According 10 his state
IN mt ne wss shackled and his compan-
So Who had been sen 10 the chain gang
him ras not subjected tea like IN
lots 0lden, colored, arrested by o.
a Arlington for disorderly conduct
was fined -.
lohn Elzey, colored, charged with
destroying g tree in front of 4 residence,
81 relea5ed after his mother had whip
pei him.
4 man charged with striking boy
was lined s..
A man charged with keeping vicious
dog was fined 81 ard the animal order
ed TO be killed
& colorcd boy charged with disorder
" conduct was fined $3.50, and three
others charged with the same oifense,
were fined 81 each.
Night Report.-Last night was clear
and cool. Three prisoners and one
lodger were at the station house.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25
ITO THOSE WHO CONTEMPLATE
DI-II DIM.

TO THOSE WHO CONTEMPLATE
Owing to the demise of my father, have
located in this city permanently at III soath
Columbus street where | will be pleased to
hear from any. who may have any building OF
repairing to be done Having Tor tho past ID
years been located in Cleveland, Cincinnati,
Pittsburg ind Memphis my ideas Of arrange
ments, both of exterior and interior, is quite diff
ferent from the present style Of building here.
l keep abreast With changes in styles Of arohi
lecture. My drawings for small houses are
arranged for wider halls, better ventilation and
light and different style of roofs ct no great
er cost than present style of building here.
l am prepared to make drawings without cost
to those who give me their work, and to those
who prefer giving then work TO Others VII!
make plans and specifications at very low cost.
Thanking the public for the liber. patron
age shown my late father and soliciting a con
tinuancc Of the same for myself, and trusting
our many enterprising citizens Will see lit 10
bestow upon me share OF thei5 patronage,
Respectfully yours.
A. $ PRICE
- Architect and Builder.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25
MEMORIAL DAY SERVICES.

An Imposing Parade---Confcdera
Monument Dccorated---Large Con-
course OF Spectators---Much Enth,I-
siasm, &c.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25

So MANY people eonfouna our plan with
that OF other associations that we think Il
wise 10 offer an explanation. We do not de-
9nct ANYTHING for expenses rpop lrididrGrGI
bgt NAY back ever cent OF the dues paid in.
only the admission fee is retained.
rILE-RAIiwAY BUILDING AND LOAN
ASSOCIATION OF ALEXANDRIA Electric
Railway Building 1906 south Fairfax street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25
DRY GOODS.
NraMsnhzzs.,.& g55@ s,,
NO. BIG KING STREET.
Monday The Crowds
ARE
Always at Our Sale.

w ~ WIZ
The crowds are with us
every MONDAY, yet we call
for more. Our stocks are i'm
mensely large, the opportuni-
ties unlimited. The heavy pro-
fits which some merchants
make, like the interest on Dor
rowed money, eat up a good
part of the earnings and pre-
vent saving. We make no
such profits, and those who
have been trading with us have
found their saving increased
with every purchase. Shouldn't
such facts and figures as the
following bring US close to-
gether
BEHOLD THE ARRAY OF WASH FAB
RIGS.
% pieces Jaconct Duchess new fabric
this season in the latest designs, 12tc.
500 yards French Ginghams in short
lengths, worth 20c, at 10 a yard
Is pieces Figured Dinitys, very neat de-
signs. 121c.
1opicccs Black Satin Stripe Organizes, 12sc.
% pieces Kan Kan Null Suitings, import
cd to retail al 25c, for this week 124c.
% pieces French Satines, beautiful de-
signs. 121c
Duck Suitings, 124c.
% pieces Irish Lawns from tho pin dot 70
the large 1oral design, 12io.
10 pieces Dotted Swisses, &c.
10 pieces solid color 0rgandics, very fine
and sheer, 121c.
One case Venetian suitings &c a yard.
One case Dotted Muslins, 6ic.
White Organde1s In Satnc and Lace Stripes,
12ie.
Imported Dotted Swlsses, 15c.
Sheer India Linens, &c.
Shifting Prints, 32c.
Simpsons Fast Black Prints, DC.
Short Length percsls, TIE
UNDERWEAR, HOSIERY AND CORsETS.
One case W. B. Corsets all sizes from Is to
30. The popularity of this well known
brand needs no commenting upon by US. On
sale next week at SOC.
Gents Medium Weight Undershirts, Doc
Gents Balbriggan Shirts, DC.
Gents Bleached Jean Drawers, 25c.
Gents Seamless Socks sc.
Ladies' Summer Vests. Sc.
Ladies' Tan Dropstitched Hose, 1Oc.
Children's Fast Black Hose sc.
Ladies Silk Gloves, 25c.
Ladies' Silk Belts, 25c.
Ladies Leather Belts, DC.
Gents Outing Shirts, 23c
G.aMsn1z,.n;. < d% 5S,v
SIG KING STREET
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25

TIE USUAL treatment of catarrh is very IN
satisfactory. as thousands can testify. Proper
local treatment is positively necessary TO sue
ccs-. Int many. il not most of the remedies
in general use afford but temporary relief. .: \
cure certainIy cannot be expected from snuff,
powders douchcs and washes. Ely'S cream
Balm. which is so highly commended Is a
remedy which combines the important Tequis-
lies of quick action. specific curative power
with perfect safety and plcasantness to the
plt,nmt Tho drursistS all sell il.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25

lftO. IiAllCIN NNA4As
ofthe Revenue, lo2 lo4 500 13S 753
MB.Harlow, City
Treasurer, l4I lot 299 134 I36
= ofCourts, Isl 155 SOS 199 753
T.. Marbury, Com.
Attorney, lbs l32 30I l3' |44
W.H smith, City
Sergeant, lao los 296 lo4 ~
Naaistrates-lst ward, l.. II. Thomp-
SON liq ID. JOS. S. Beach, 156 Sd, w.
H. May. 26O, C. Il. Arnell, Il 4th, o.
c. Whittlesey. l32.
ConstabIes-lst ward, John Craven,
l50. n, VIM Tatsapaugh, 1876: Sd,
JOHN Hammersley, 302; 18th, James F.
Hmmersley, l29.
Neb=r of the Board Of Aldermen Sd
wu IL NJ. Davis, 295.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25

Elgin's Best is the best Butter made
Price 80 cents per pound.
Just received 10 boxes large Florida
Oranges.
crates fine Florida Tomatoes. Will
sell at reduced rates.
B. II. JENKINS,
je2 Cor. Duke and Fairfax streets
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25

TEE ELECTION yesterday was one of
H. ouietest ever held in this city
and The vote cast was light. The dem
ocrltic ticket had no opposition and
bni few republicans voted. The alb
.an..e from the polls of colored voters
WAS noticeable The following is the
official vote:
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25
NOTES.

The address by Mr.. johnson was
most heartily applauded. He spoke
without notes and his remarks were
touching and appropriate.
The singing by the quartette was ex-
ceptionally fine and was enjoyed by all
who heard it. Mr.. Field and his choir,
too, acquitted themselves most credita-
blv. After the exercises the quartette
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25
FOR SALE.

NOR SALE--CHEAP-
A BICYCLE as good as new. Apply at
this office my25 3t
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25

C. q. Sloan Il Co., Auctionccrs, 1907 G street,
Washington d. c. Successors to Latimer &
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-05-25

O God, who art the author OF peace ana
lover Of concord. who makest men to be OF
one mind in an house through whose only IN
Spiratiou i cometh that we think ana DO such
| things as are right, grant, we b,scecn lnee
that peace and happiness truth and Justice
1 religion and pictv may lie established III our
whole land for MI generations. Enduo our
rulers plcnteOuSly with heavenly gifts that
! they Iay both perceive what things they
( ought to do and also mey have grace faith
f fully To fulfill the same. Visit with thy love
and favor nj those who are in need. sorrow,
sickness or any other adversely. Sivo US
from all the designs OF evil men aud from
everything terrible aud hurtful Pardon all
thos,, Whu have done 1r wish Us harm give
them repentance and better minds Teach
Us 10 forgive our enemies cy, II rs we hope to
be forgiven We magnify thy name for the
noble deeds and good examples OF all thy ser
wants who having finished their course in
faith do now rest from their labors, beseech
lug thee to grant Us grace 20 follow in their
footsteps, that with them we may have our
perfect contamination and bliss in thy eternal
and everlasting kingdom through the merits
of thy Son. Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom
with Thee aud the Holy Ghost be all honor
and glory world without end, Amen.
A ouartette from the Masonic choir
of Washington, composed of Messrs. ].
NJ. Buchanan, f. S. Holmes, c. w.
Hancock and J. S. Kaiser, then sang
,sWhcre Can The Soul Find Rest"
Capt. 2. B. Hooe then introduced the
orator of the day, Mr. John NJ. Johnson,
who spoke as follows:
Ladies and Gentlemen, Friends Etllor Gti-ens
The record of the Confederate soldiers who
went from Alexandria is brilliant one; one
Of which their friends and their relatives are
nrood and one of which all the people OF
Alexandria may be proud. No troops in the
field r,eritcd and received higher praise than
they did. They were honored on several oc-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-10-26
Foreign Missions.

The foreign Christian missionary board Of
the disciples national convention closed its
sessions at Richmond. Va, last night 1t
was resolved to send a missionary to Africa
during the coming year. Fifteen hundred
dollars were raised toward sending Secre-
tary Mclean on tour round the world to
visit the missionary stations Of the denomi-
nation. The convention elected the follow
ing officers for the ensuing year: President,
c. l.. LOos, Kentucky; vice presidents, F.
M. Rains, Ohio; j. A. Lord Ohio; G.. A.
Miller, Kentucky; G. b. Renshaw, Ohio.
Recording secretary, l. j. Spencer, Ken
lucky; treasurer, w. s. Dickinson, Ohio;
corresponding secretary, A. Mclean, Ohio.