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Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1894-07-28
THE WONDERS OF ATOMS.

Even tho Smallest Speck Visible Contains
Millions Of Particles
There are but few persons outside Of
the ranks of the biological students that
have any idea of what is meant by the
expression an atom of matter When
the microscope is applied 10 the exami-
/ nation OF living tissue. whether that
tissue be of animal or vegetable life. it
is soon observed that all living things
are made up of minute bodies called
organisms. Experts in the various
branches of biological research will also
tell you that no essential difference can
be distinguished between those cells
which go to make up the sum total of
animal life and those which give the
vegetable lis existence. These life cells.
although wonders within themselves,
are made up of minute particles called
atoms, which are SO small that they
must ever remain invisible to the hu-
man eye. Some critical reader will say.
If this last remark be true, how can
it be proved that such infnitesimal par
ticles as your SO called atoms existf"
To this query the reply would be that it
is only when an untold number Of these
atoms unite themselves so as to form q
single body, like the grains in pop
corn ball, that they become at all yisi-
BILE and then only by the best appliances
that optical science has been able TO
furnish.
This being the case. it is not an exag-
geration to say that every little piece of
matter which we are able to see is built
up of millions upon millions Of these
atoms which are SO small that no mind
can comprehend their minuteness, even
when taken in aggregations of thou
sands. There are, of course, many diff
ferent kinds of atoms, such as atoms of
carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, ETC.. each of
which is believed to have its own par
ticular size and weight. Then. too,
they probably differ in shape as well as
size. According to the specialists i'll
this line, they combine together by mn
tual attraction, whichis in some cases
called cohesion and in others chemical
affinity, according as the atoms are of
the different elements. This being the
case it is easy to understand why myr-
lads of these atoms of all sizes and
shapes, fitted snugly ono against the
other, combine together in varying de-
grees OF intensity to build up structures
possessing all the various degrees of
stability and solidity. Some of the most
wonderful theories ever advanced OF.
the atomic theory are by Sir William
Thomson, the English scientist. In one
of these articles he proves by three diff
ferent trains of arguments that an atom
cannot be greater than the one ono hun
dred and fifty millionth of an inch nor
less than one-five billionth of an inch.
st. Louis Republic.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1894-07-28

Perhaps the poorest opinion Of music
az a vocation is attributed to certain
excellent master builder in an eastern
city. This man had sent his son to col
Iege, where the young man exceiled in
musical accomplishments.
In course Of time he announced to his
father his intention to become masi-
clan.
The father objected vehemenfly. The
SON begged and at last was affected to
tears, declaring that be should never be
happy in any other calling. This melt
ed the fathers heart, and he exclaimed:
IAN right. do as You like, bnt don't
you ever come around grinding your or
gan in front of my house" Youths
Companion.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1894-07-28

The Danish peasantry have notable
love of order and symmetry in house
hold Arrangement, placing their furni-
ture wherever possible in pairs and in
exactly corresponding positions. One
old peasant who had accumulated a lit
tie money and had been prevailed upon
to buy his daughter piano seriously
considered buying another TO place
against the opposite wall. Their bed
steads consist Of great boxes, generally
painted red or green and heaped with
feather beds. between which they in
sinuate themselves winter and summer.
II unable to afford 50 many feathers, the
underbed is of straw and receives 50
little attention that mice build their
nests in ii and race back and forth
squealing shfilly without disturbing the
stolid peasant slumbers The bedding Is
not washed oftener than once or twice
q year Philadelphia Press
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1894-07-28

The way Of the wit 3 hard. Oscar
Wilde, moved by the ready appreciation
OF the English people. has been led to
make some remarks which even his adj
mirers are not applauding. He has
been making soine observations on the
subject Of Pufitans and the theater.
After devontIy hoping that he would
not "be offered bishopric. Mr.. Wilde
added, II quite expect TO see any day
in the evening papers, Great Discovery
In Egypt. Ten more commandments
by Oscar Wilde. '"--Exchange. -
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1894-07-28

From recently published estimate Of
the strength Of the proposed wire shafts
for steamships 1t appears that In this i'm
portant respect the most satisfactory re-
suit is realized. When made In FIVE sec
tons, with total length Of 100 feet and
Is inches diameter, the shaft will have
q, 900 No. 2 steel wires, each % feet long,
with $1,000 fastenings. and as each wire
and each fastening will sustain load Of
coo pounds without rupture or injury
there Is thus exhibited total inherent
strength Of some 81. 500. 900 pounds, or an
amount 25 times greater than the con.
tinuous force of an engine Of 5000 horse.
power, which is indeed significant show
ing.-New York Sun.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1894-07-28

Oscar Wilde has enough Irish blood
in his veins TO occasionally make a bull.
In London an American, who had met
Wilde previously, rushed up to him and
grasped his hand. Oscar drew back a
little.
why. don't you remember ine?" ex-
claimed the American, rather taken
aback.
well. to tell you the truth, re-
marked Oscar placidly. Il remember
your name perfectly, but for the life
Of me can't recollect your face. p,
Exchange.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1894-07-28

C.NCfC bEts OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES.
go back. Thar won't be nuthin said
about yo' arter the way, bekase yo' was
actually driv out. but the boys would
rub 1t In on me purity heavy to the day
Of my death. Eli jest surrender over
again to this Yankee army, wait to be
exchanged and in due time become .
good Confed again. .
And that was the course he followed,
and when ! shook hands with him In
Winchester Inst spring ! was proud 70
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1894-07-28
DANGER IN THE BRIDAL TOURS.


The Medical Aspects of the Case Presented
To Those About to Marry.
Tho custom which obtains SO general
~ Of taking fatigning journey as a
part Of the nup.ials is regarded by high
authority rs one Of the barbarisms Of
civilization. Let us illustrate the injn-
rions physical tendencies by typical
case. During extremely cold weather
there occurs wedding, which. from
the standing Of the parties, attracts
some attention The happy couple. we
are told. are Off for their wedding trip
to still more frigid section Of country.
Though conscious of danger and dis
comfort, to some extent, which is great
~ increased by their inexperience in
travelling. they cheerfully assume the
risk and responsibility. as to all mar
ried couples bridal tour seems to be
considered as absolutely essential to give
the marital union an importance with
ont which it would, in their opinion, be
unromantic and but partial marriage.
The tour causes fatigue, exposure and
excitement making regularity of life
impossible-in fact. the act involves the
reverse of all that the rules of health
and physiology require.
Again, it constantly happens in the
case of both sexes that slight indispo-
sition, which passed unnoticed in the
hurry Of preparation. is aggravated to a
serious and even fatal extent by tho ex-
citement. exposure and neglect ON n
wedding tour. No man, for instance.
would think Of postponing his marriage
on account of a slight cold. II he staid
at home afterward and took care of him
self, it would pass away like other slight
colds, but often ON the bridal tour the
malady develops into Il chronic disease.
A prominent physician recently said:
MANY cases of brides and bridegrooms
in my professional experience camc I'M
der my observation dying of typhoid fe-
yer just after wedding trip which
had caused the early symptoms to be
misunderstood and neglected. In one
instance that came under my olserva-
ton a healthy and vigorous young man.
just returned from Il bridal tour, died Of
typhoid fever in Troy, his sickness be.
ing superinduccd presumably by the ia
tigue and exposure incident to the jour.
ney. 1t will thus be seen that the med.
ical aspect Of bridal tour is sufficient
ly important and the risk incurred suifi'
GENTLY great to cause the welded pair,
If they wish TO be actuatcd by impulse:
Of reason and prudence rather than BY
the dictates of custom, to pause before
they undergo the trials Of a wedding
journey. Troy Times.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1894-07-28
ODDS ANo ENDS.

Insanity Is common in the royal fam
flies Of Europe.
The Pittsburg toby Is becoming the
rage in Europe.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1894-07-28

What ip the name Of Jupiter have
Jon sewed up all the pockets Of my
eyercoat FORT" asked Mr. Wilson.
Ny dear" said Mrs. Wilson, II
have an important letter to my milliner
that want yen to pest. Boston Home
Journal.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-03-31
MEETINGS..

rENIIE Stockholders Of the WASiilNGr0N
i NATIONAL BULDING AND LONE
ASSOCIATION of Washington, D. .. are
hereby notified tina; the aanu;,i Stockholders
meeting of said rs. ocption viii nc bella IN the
city of Alexandra Virginia. un TUESDAY.
the 18th day OF April, i~@I. The meeting
will be held at tie associations principal Of
flee at three o'clock p. II. By order Il: the
Boar! OF Directors
ROBERT p. PORTER, Chairman.
J. B. WILSON.
J.. ~ SAUNDEES. Executive
TIIEO. ii. HARDING, Committee
JAMES T. DUBOIS.
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Alexandria Gazette& Virginia tiiysltief
PUBLISHED DAILY AND TRI-wEEKLY AT
Gazette Building, $40 & 3f2 Prince ST.

PUBLISHED DAILY AND TRI-wEEKLY AT
Gazette Building, $40 e 3l2 Prince st.
Daily one year, SO; six months So ono month
90 cents.
Tri-Wcekly one yosr 81 six months So;
three months 81.
All transient advertisements must be psid for
in advance.
Contract advertisers Will not be SLOWED to OK
coed their space unless the excess is paid for
at transient rates and under no circum-
stances will they be allowed to advertise
other than their legitimate business in the
space contracted for.
Marriage aud death notices must bo paid for
i'll advance.
Resolutions in mcmoriam, of thanks, tributes
Of respect. resolutions adopted by societies
or persons, unless of public concern will
only 30 printed in this paper as advertise
mcntS.
The GAZETTE Office is connected with the
Telephone Exchange. Advertisements o.
ders for the paper, news or any information
or business can be sent by telephone.
Entered a; the Postottico Alexandria, Virgin
ia, as second-class matter.
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nOH SANE ANn RNNT.

F79R SALE.
SEVENTY ACRES OF LAND Is minutes
walk from Hunters s;ation) on Alexandria
and Mount Vernon Railroad win sell cheap
ana upon rc,y erSy tfiTN.
NINE ACRES OF LAND-gocd bgidings
thereon situated at Bennington station, F;u-
quicr county. Va, 4 thriving village.
Two NICE NEW COTTAGES in Nor,h
West Alexandria.
FlFrY ACRES OF LAND, beautifully To-
Gated overlooking Maryland and the Potomac
river; in full view Of Washington city and
Alexandria, and would divide we'll into villa
sites.
ALEXANDRIA CITY PROPERTY for sale
BUILDING LOTS on Washington. Prince
aud Alfred streets.
-FOUR NICE LOTS on Columbus street
TWO LARGE BRICK RESIDENCES on
Duke street.
SEVERAL SMALL FRAME HOUSES for
sale cheap.
WHARF PROPERTY
Can in some cases exchange city fof coun-
Try and Washington city property
r. 7. KEON
ma29 In PIG King street
EOR RENT-HoUsE. No. 9o4 Prince
< street Apply to Mrs j. II. d. SMOOT,
Gl1 Prince street fcb19
yTOR SALE OR RENT.-Thc COMFORT
Il ABLE FRAME RESIDENCE on the east
side OF ST. Asaph street between Cameron aud
Queen streets Gas bath room &c. side en-
trance and backyard. Apply at this office.
novel If
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-03-31

@enant clo's that you get with
,.,rlh keIet-ly Tho makers
- rA...r,i fcc ~ incWahlo case
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THIS Is THE FAMOUS MOI

II I'M %
VICTOR Bicycles are made of the FINEST
material, and are FULLY guaranteed by the
largest bicycle firm in this country, namely
The Ovcrman Wheel Co.-whosc name is 4
guarantee Of EXCELLENCE.
For testimonials rs to the superiority OF
NICTORS NC refer to the many Victor riders
A. 4
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-03-31

YE7HE ANNUAL MEETING of the Ma
4 TIONAL COOPERATIVE COMPANY.
for the election Of officers aud directors and
transaction of other business. will be held at
the company's office, 70i King street. Alex
andria, Va, April 5rd 1891, at 5 o'clock p.
m., and thereafter.
AT. LANGLEY, President
l. C. STOCKTON, Secretary. mails 2w
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-03-31
ThnIIght.CSS Cruelty.

1t was beautiful, calm evening, the
lovoliest OF the autumnal season, when
after the tolls and cares of the day,
set out to refresh my body and mind by
inhaling the gentle breeze. The sun
was declining the feathered tribes
seemed to be responding to each other
in pouring out their hymns of gratitude
to their beneiicent Creator, and the
focks were following the tinllling bell
of their leader to the fold.
Presently | saw man at some little
distance, who appeared 10 be agitated
bv passion, and was lifting anu throw
ing with force stone after stone, at some
object beneath him. This made me ap-
preach him and inquire what was the
matter
"oh, SIR said he, "a great ugly
toad"; and down went another stone.
aud pray" said |, why do you kill
that poor creature? has it done you any
harm ?"
why, said ne, they don't DO no
good, do they -
My friend said |, ''supposing they
do no good. is that any reason why
you should put it to death? Only con-
slider, if everything were to be destroy
ed which does no good, what would be-
come of you and me? for verify | think
we could give but poor account why
we should be spared; and yet the Al
mighty, who sees our actions, and
knows the wickedness Of our hearts,
does not destroy us; but these poor ami
mails are more harmless than we, and
not only do no hurt, but do great
deal Of good, III feeding on and destroy
ing quantities OF snails, and other in
sectS, which would destroy our vege-
tables; for my own part, am glad to
see, and preserve them in my garden,
observing as | do how much benefit
they do me-"
We'll" said the man, throwing
away the stone, which he had ready
for another fling, "then let him live,
but didn't know they did any good"
"Nay, my friend" l replied, 'your
leaving the poor crippled animal to die
lingering death would now be more
cruel than killing it outright; don't
YOU see that YOU have so covered It
with stones that it is impossible for it
to Get away, and ii may have to suffer
for many days? Themost merciful thing
now is to put it out Of its misery; but
let me entreat you never again to put to
death or torment any Of Gods crea-
res, which in His wisdom He has
made, unless you have good and suf-
licient rea sons for doing So
This incident go much excited my
feelings as to spoil the pleasure ofmy
walk. 1t made me quite unhappy TO
think how careles people are about the
poor animals which God has put under
their care, and created fer their good.
Letour young readers reflect that V e
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FOR SALE.

EOR SALE-A FAMILY CARRIAGE
4 second hand, but as good as new. Call
and see it THOMAS PERRY.
nov2S If 1872 King street.
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ua23 ap1
pEopL&- Gas SAviS,; Association,
21 24 STATE STREET,

NEW IcEN CITY.
GPECiAL NOT!CE-THE PEOPLES
~ GAS SAVING ASSOCIATION Of ,he city
OF New York-Specinl AIe.ting--l srrcio!
meeting of the Stockholders OF the irople
',;s Saving Association Of the city of rev
York viii bc held at ! o'clock a ni. o.
MONDAY. april 23ri. 1891, a; tie office Of
the company. Ne. 2l6 Kmg street, AleXan
dria, Va, for the purpose Of reducing the
capital stock of the association from 100000
or $4,000 shares at $40 par vaiue, to $500
600 or 20 200 shares at $40 par value
LUCIEN KNAPP. President.
VI. j. AMICk, Vice President,
JULIUS SCHUBERT, See. * Teas
1naoo I'd
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have no right to injure or take the life
OF any CT Gods creatures, unltsi for
necessary food, or for our own presHr-
vniion from injury; it is an act OF brutal
wickcducss to torture even an insect.
''In ws.!1:;l hath he made them all, "
AMI pronounced them good. "-Caild-
yra's FRIEND.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-03-31
Vic Honest Old Toad

Oh, queer little chap is the honest old toad,
4 funny old fellow is he;
Lying under TIE stone by the side OF the road,
Neath the shade OF the old wilowtrec.
ric is dressed ai i'll brown from his toe 20 his
crown,
Save his vest that is silycry white
He takes i long nap in the hca: Of the day,
And walks in the cool dew? night
Raup. yau?, s:iys the fros,
From his home IN the boz.
But tile toad he says never word.
He tries 10 bc good ike the children who
shonid
BE seen, bit never be heard
When winter draws near, Mr. Toad goei to
bed.
And sleeps just rs sound rs a top.
But when May blossoms follow soft April
showers.
lie comes ont with 4 skip, jump and hop
He changes his dress only once, confess, -
Every spring and his old wcrn-out
coat.
With trousers aud waistcoat. he rolls in ball,
And suiils The whole thing down his
throat
K.rrull, k-rrui," says the frog,
From his home in the bog;
But the toad he says never a word.
He tries to be goa like the children who
should
BE seen, but never be heard
From OWr Dpm,b liniMGlS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-03-31
u,aOt is
rBIRUsTEE's SALE.

/: JOHN NJ JOHNSON.
|. ua20 Is Trustee.
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ROOTS AND SEsOES.
r;1HE GREATEST sALEoN RECORD.

r;7HE GREATEST sALEoN RECORD.
Don't fail to take glimpse at our EASTER
OFFERINGS They will please the purse
and adorn the head as well as the feet.
Ladies Cousins x CoX'S fine Shoes. this
week 81.
Misses Cousins X Cox's fine Shoes. this
week 43.
Ladies oxfords, Tipped and opc'a Slip
pcrs 4Sc.
Children's Dongola Buttons 39c.
Mems Calf 50 fine Shoes 81. 50.
Boys Steel Shod School Shoes S9c.
50 Ladies Hats trimmed in latest styles
80, 90, 70 and 99c.
Boys Salts, extra nice value, from 50 to 50
$12$.
Mems Suits, worth from 50 to IS, spring
styles, 1913.
20 loz Sien's Caps. black Satin and silk. sc.
Ccllulo;d Collars Sc
Boys Waists, the lates; thing out, 19c.
Ladies Waists, extra good qualities, %, 81,
As and 71c.
Bingham Aprons 13c.
Mems Laundcred Shirts, lcautilul patterns,
47c.
800 pair Mems Pants, light and dark value,
worth from 81 80 to i, 9Ic.
200 Childrcn's Suits. Just received. al SIC.
KAUFMANN'S COMBINATION STORES
fcb1 3m
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AUCTION SALES.
By O'Neal & Lunt, Auctonecrs.
SALE.

BY virtue Of 4 deed of trust recorded in D..
B. No. rs, page $50, Clerks Onice. Corpora
ton Court, Alexandria city, at the request of
the creditor, will sell under the terms of
said decd the property thereby conveyed. to
wit: THE LOTS OF GROUND with the
TWO BRICK HOUSES situate ON the east
side % Columbus street between Queen and
Princes rrce.s, which were devised to Sarah
A. Gray ~ liam Gray, fronting on Column
bus street so feet, more or less. and IN depth
Is feet inches. more or less. at public auc-
ton. at about y O'Clock m, on Sal URDAY.
the 1th day OF April, 1891, on Royal stree,
in front of the Market House on The iolow-
in. terms, 10 wit Cash
JOHN NJ. JOHNSON.
u!a1D is Trustee
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EOoKS AND STATIONERY.
EASTER GOODS
ERENcH,s BOOKSTORE,

Az & 40 King street.
a beautiful assortment of Easter Cards
Booklets and Novelties.
Sterling Silver hoolimarkc;s.
Revised Prayer Books and llyinnals Bibles.
Tcstamcnts, Juvenile Miscellaneous ard
Standard Works, Sunday School Cards, Sc.
Stylish Fine Stationery FOR correspondence.
wedding and business I.sc.
Imported Crepe Tissue Paper in rolls ali
colors
Card Plate Engraving and Printing. We
are prepared to execute promptly orders for
wedding invitations visiting cards, mouo-
grams, address dies. crcsts, Sc.
ROBERT w FRENCH
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1894-03-31

3 D2-rRICE FOR 1881 $!25,
in and around Alexandria among whom are
Z. F. Tucker. President Alexandria Cycle
Club; c. c. Leadbeatcr r L. Jacobs. JAS E
King, Il. n. Hulfsh, G. w Huldsh J. Il.
Zimmerman, jr., E. X. Mills, II. L. Ramey, T
j. Davis, J. II. Trmycr and many others
PRUDEN, Manager Victor Agency,
800 and 81 King street, Alexandria, Va.
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pEFFEli's uiLL.


Washington. Dee. i,--Scnator PETER
to-day introduced number OF hills
One OF these provides for the purchase
OF silver bullion AZ the market nricc
with grcenbacks, the silver 50 purchas-
cd TO he coined into standard silver dol.
lars and both the silver and the green
backs TO be used for the payment OF
outstanding bonds.
me titles OF the more important Of
me other bills introduced by Mr.. rofler
are as Follows.
10 provide for the government oon-
troll OF freight railways; 10 reduce tho
cost OF transportation; to establish u
lust and uniform charge for carrying
freight 20 prevent interruptions to in-
teratatc commerce by strikes and TO
secure reasonable compensation to rail
way employee; TO authorize banking
ON capital secured by pledge of real
estate securities; TO secure deposltors
against loss; to enlarge the volume OF
circulating money. to provide q fcSis
BILE currency and TO establish safe aud
profitable doposltoties for the savings
Of the people.
To relieve persons who have settled
on the public lands and who have lest
their homes by reason OF miafnriune
Tor which they are not rrspunaihle.
To repeal that part OF the net " Inn-
uary IL, 1915 known as the rcsumptiun
act, which authorized the sale az bonds
~ provide for the proper dlspnsl,ion
or the remains OF deceased members Of
tile senate and house Of Representatives
who die at the capital during sessions
Of congress.