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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03
LOCAL BREVITIEs.

Yesterday, for the first time since the early
spring, the Alexandria county race tracks had
a monopoly on racing in the East. The PIN
Ico meeting ended Saturday, and there was q
big addition to the corps Of regulars at St.
Asrph yetterday There were eight books
doing business, and they had all they could
handle Most of the big bettors, who have
been pIunging on the ponies at the Baltimore
tracks. came over Some will stay until the
closing of the Virginia tracks, while Others
will llJger few days and then go to New
Orleans or San Francisco. Jockey Griffin was
charged with crooked riding again.
The funeral of Mrs. Margaret Murdoch who
died at her home on Payne street, Sunday
morning, took place this morning from st.
Mary's Catholic Church. The interment was
in Holy Food Cemetery, Washington. The
services were conducted by Rev. Father Nc
CARLY and III palibearers were Messrs. r T.
Cox, F. NJ. Hill. Alton Moore, R. M. Lathan,
] L. Lash and Jacob Brill.
A chewing gum box was stolen last night
between Z and 8 o'clock from the front of
Mr. E. Wardeld's drug store, at the corner of
King and Pitt streets. The box was taken to
neighboripg alley, broken open and robbed
of thirty eight cents The chewing gum was
not taken and the box was recovered.
A house at New Alexandria, recently erect
ed near the Mount Vernon Hotel, was burned
to the ground at 8 o'clock last evening. There
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TELEGRAPHIC BREVITIES.

The democratic county central committee
of Chicago last night held It's annual meeting
for the election of officers. Thomas Gahan
and Alderman John Powers were rival candi-
dates for the Craftsmanship. a row occurred
during which clubs were used, heads were
cracked and furniture smashed. When order
had been restored the Powers men, seeing
they were beaten, left the hall in a body. The
organization was then completed by the cleo
ton of the Gahsn ticket.
W. J. Campbell, member from Illinois Of
the republican national committee, said last
night that he felt quite confident the national
republican convention would be held in Chi
csgo. J. Irving Pearce, who has charge Of
the work of collecting the fund of 100000
for the convention, believes sufficient amount
will be pledged by Wednesday to justify the
general committee in guaranteeing the entire
fund.
a dozen merchants and five or six banks at
st. Louis have boon victimized of hundreds of
dollars by mail.box robbers. The method is
to extract letters from the mail boxes and
open them, and if they are found to contain
checks the checks are raised, Endorsements
forged and the checks are presented for pay
ment
After many adjournment the trial of Sheriff
Edward J. n. Tamsen, who was indicted in
August for carelessness and incompetency in
permitting the three postoffice burglars, Killo-
ran, Russell and Allen, to escape from Ludlow
street Jail on July 4, began in New York to-
day before Judge Allison in the court of gen.
eral sessions.
COL Smith A. Whitfield, first assistant Post
master General during the latter part of
President Harrison's term, died yesterday at
the Columbia Hotel, Chicago.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03

A CHARTER FOR BREWING Com.
PANY.-Mr. G. A. Straugmann, who
has been for the past twenty years ac-
lively engaged with the Robert Port.
ner Brewing Company, and who has
been in Norfolk for some time past in
the interest of the Norfolk Brewing
Company, left for his home in Alexan.
dria Saturday night. Mr.. Strangmann
will return on Monday and resume his
work in connection with the establish
ment of the new brewery. Judge D..
Tucker Brooke is now engaged in pre-
pairing an application for charter for
the company, which will have capital
stock of from $4,000 to 100000. An
analysis of water obtained from one of
the sites which the company has in
view is being made, and as soon as this
question of water is settled the compa-
ny will decide upon location for the
plant. 1t is expected to begin opera
lions in the constructions of buildings
in The early part of the present month.
Norfolk Landmarks.
MIR. Strangmann has reliDquished
the active duties of secretary and treas
urer of the Portner Brewing Company
IN this city, but still retains bis interest
in that company. 1t is understood
that when the Norfolk brewery is
built he will become its manager.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03

The ENTRIES at St. Asaph to-mor-
row are as follows:
First race, 5 mile-Lawella, Lena
r., Van Dyke, Baylor, Pink H., Jack
Murray, Westover, Solomon, The Gen
eral, Fernwood, Prather and Martel.
Second race, 81 furlongs-Georgie
R., King of Hearts, Bloodstone, Bal
moral, By Gordon, Billy Leggins,
Clovis, L. Scataway, Gold Fly, Blue
Bonnet, Genesee II. and Mullagmore.
Third race, 81 furlongs-Doctor
Birch, HippoDa, Cheddar, Remorse,
Fidget, Lento, Jewsharp, Waywayonda,
Red Star, Pickaway, Blue Bird and
Gaiety.
Fourth race, 6 MISUNDERSTANDING
Red Cross, Minnie S., Saginaw, Memo,
Mohawk, Marguerite H., Bob Miller,
Tralee, Velvet Rose, Jim Donlen and
Brogan.
Fifth race, l mile-Devisee, Andrew
D., Chief Justice, Longshanks, Pay
master, Marksman, Hammie, Luke
Richards, DR.. Helmuth, Gov. Fifer and
All Night.
Sixth race, 6! furlongs-Miss Tristan,
Mote, Billy Boy, Joe Mack, Bronston,
DR.. Johnson, Miss Agnes, Patti, Hazel
and Monitoress.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03

BUSINESS MEMS LEAGUE.-An in
creased number OF business men of the
city responded to the call for the meet
ing at the Rslief truck house last night,
and the interest in the movement was
shown to be growing. Mr. M. B. Har-
low was called to the chair and Mr..
John w. May, who was secretary of
the meeting last Wednesday night,
again filed that position After an iu-
terchange of views on various subjects
demanding the immediate attention of
the community Messrs. NJ. B. Harlow,
Charles King. Worth Hul6sh, John w.
May, Isaac Eicbberg, Robert F. Knox
and A. D. Brockett were appointed q
committee TO see the business men of
the city and urge them to join the
league. representatives of all the DIFF
ferent branches of the business of the
city were present.
The committee appointed at the last
meeting to draft constitution and by
laws submitted their report which was
adopted. After detailing the objects of
the association, under the name of the
Business Mems League, it is provided
CnaU any cor pOTdtlOu, uiu VI iuuifiuual
engaged iu business or any profession
in this city and vicinity is eligible to
membership upon the payment of the
initiation fee and monthly dues. The
officers of the league are to consist of
president, two vice presidents, ten di
rectors, treasurer aud secretary.
These, with the exception of the secre-
tary, shall constitute the executive
committee, and shall be elected annual
~. Annual meetings of the league are
to be held on the second Wednesday
in January. Ten members will consu-
tute quorum of the league. 1t is de-
signed to have weekly meetings of the
executive committee, and they shall
determine the policy and control the
affairs of the league. A committee of
entertainment is also provided for.
The object of this is to extend welcome
and entertainment to those who may
come here from other places on mis-
sions calculated to enhance the city's
interest.
The meeting adjourned until next
Monday night.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03

DEATH OF MIR. RoBT. (LINE.-The
friends of this well-known gentleman
will regret to learn of his death which
occurred this afternoon at his residence
on Prince street. The deceased was
taken sick about two days ago, and his
illness soon assumed a serious phase.
1t was at first supposed he wss threat
ened with pneumonia, but upon exami-
nation it was found that he was suffer
ing from heart trouble. His condition
grew more grave and this morning his
death seemed probable in short time.
He fingered until about two o'clock
when death ensued. Mr.. Cline had
lived in Alexandria at various times
during his life, his younger days es-
pecially having been spent here. A
few years ago he returned to this city
where he purchased residence and
has remained here ever since. Mr..
Cline was Nimrod in his tastes, being
fond of hunting and fishing. He had
many friends and acquaintance, amonp
whom he was justly popular. Mr.. Cline
was but recently married in Mime
apolis.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03

Hicks FORECASTS FOR DECEMBER.
The month opens warmer with reac-
tionary storms due about the full moon
on the End. Much colder, with heavy
westerly gales from about End to 4th-
beginning in the west by the End, and
reaching the east by the 4th. Mean
time the Vulcan period will begin its
work in the far west with rising tenn
perature, falling barometer, south
winds, then storms. From about the
5th to 9th the storms of rain and snow
will make their transit across the con-
tinent from west to east. See if there is
tendency in the storms to center
about moons last quarter and Perigee
on the 9th. Another cold wave will
bring up the rear of this period.
The effect of the December solstice
will begin about tt 9th, as shown by
the earth's brace in the storm diagram.
From this time to near the close of the
month there will be a constant ten
dency to storms and threatening
weather. But few causes bear on the
month, but winter solstice alone assures
us of many storms, especially on the
high seas. About the 18th and 18th,
look for warmer, with squalls and visi-
tstions of rain and snow. The cold
dash behind the storms will be of short
duration, as the storm period begin
ming on the 18th is ushered in by new
moon. The indications are that about
that date it will be quite warm, and
that heavy storms, turning to snow,
will set in promptly, and cross the
country to the east before the goth. A
severe cold wave will fall in behind
the storms, beginning in the northwest
almost simultaneously with the storms.
The 23d and oath are reactionary
centers, around which will gather
warmer temperature, ending in more
storms of rain and snow, and followed
! by cold wave for Christmas. Deem
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03

CONFEDERATE VETERANs.-The reg
ular monthly meeting of R. E. Lee
Camp, Confederate Veterans, was held
last night with the commander presid-
ing One new member was elected
and two other applications were laid
over for further consideration.
The committee on Gen. Rosser's lee
ture reported as the net result sos %.
The question of meeting with the
United Confederate Veterans was
brought up, discussed, and again laid
over.
The camp decided to celebrate the
10Th day of January next (Gen. Robert
E. Lees birthday with the usual ban.
quet, and committees were appointed
to make all necessary arrangements.
The question of repaving the street
around the monument was brought up
and committee was appointed for the
furtherance of that object.
The committees on speakers and
rooms reported progress.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03
DRY GOODS.
PhenonenaI Values
BLA] ( BISI

$40 pairs different grades to select
from, from the lowest quality cotton to
the finest all-wool California. We buy
direct from the mills. You therefore
do not pay the middle mans profit.
Their extraordinary value will be-
come apparent to you Immediately.
These blankets will be sold at the
special sale prices only for few days.
Do not fail to avail yourselves of
these bargains and SAVE FULLY
ONE-FOURTH OF THE PRICE.
The leader of the leaders is the one
we are going to run for s4.99.
This is strictly all pure selected
wool, full 1 l 4 size, and weighs 6 lbs.
The blanket is cheap at IS.
The next one in order is $500, all
wool, 1914 size, regular S. value.
The one at $249 is a wonder. You
paid 81 for no better last year.
We won't attempt to describe the
different values we have to offer but
must speak of them collectively.
We wager, however, if you have q
Blanket to buy, you wont leave our
store before making a purchase, that is
if you consult your own interest.
We have been receiving our
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03

OLD PApERs.-It was stated on Fri
day that DR.. w. NJ. Smith. Past Master
Of Washington Lodge of Masons, ofthis
city, at the meeting on Thursday mig ht
had presented that lodge with a copy
Of the GAZETTE of December "a, 1895,
which contained several items OF inter-
est to Masons. The doctor in looking
through some old papers recently found
several relics of interest and has sent to
this Office two copies of the GAZETTE
one dated November 9, 1875 and the
other February 20. 1896, for which we
return thanks. These papers contain
many notes of interest including an adj
vertlsement by George Washington Of
isring "to let the farms appertaing to
the Mt. Vernon estate, four in number,
adjoining the Mansion House farm. "
Among the advertisements are found
the names OF the grandfathers of many
etthe leading citizens of Alexandria.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03

DEATHS IN WAsHINGToN.-Mr. Geo.
Graham, formerly of this city, died at
his home in Washington last night. He
formerly lived at the corner of Wash.
ington aud Cameron streets, and was
well-known by many Alexandrians.
His remains will be brought to this city
for interment tomorrow.
Miss Mary ]. Flood. formerly of this
city, died at her home in Washington
yesterday, aged 80 years. Her remains
will be brought her to morrow for in.
terment.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03

BROTHERHOOD OF ST. ANDREw.-To.
night at o'clock the Local Council of
the Brotherhood of ST. Andrew meets
in the Parish Hall of St. Paul's Church.
The secretaries of the various chapters
notice of which was given in last even
ing's issue, will make reports of work
being done by their respective chapters,
To this meeting are cordially invited to
be present all men who are interested
in the work of the Brotherhood. The
executive committee meets in the same
place from 7:30 until o'clock, for the
purpose of electing officers for the en-
suing wear.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03
CUT THIS BARGAIN LIST OUT.

So Heavy Cloth Capes fur trimmed, re-
duced to $1.9S.
So Heavy Cloth Double Cspes, fur trimmed,
reduced to SD 40.
So Seal Plush Capes, bear trimming, re-.
SIS Black Diagonal and Cheviot Box Coats
reduced to So SO.
So All Wool Beaver Box Coats reduced to
$40.
ST Black Boucle Box Jackets reduced to
$4.98.
So Childrens Refers. all sizes, reduced to
$1.9s
81 Outing Wrappers, heavily lined, reduc-
ed to 79c.
$1.25 Flannelettes. very wide skirts, full
sleeves, reduced to Csc.
So Chenille Portiers, dado top and bottom
reduced to 81 SO.
81 Chenille Portiers, deep dado, wide knot
ted fringe, reduced to $2.49.
Sc Chenille Portiers, extra large size,
heavy quality, reduced to So SO.
soc Odd Lot A Chenille Covers, reduced
to 23c.
69c Chenille Covers, heavy quality, re-
duced to 43c.
81 % Chenille Covers, Sd new designs,
reduced to SOC.
SLIPS Silk Tapestry Covers, large size re-
duced to SOC.
SLIPS Lace Curtains, 49, yards long re-
duced to S9c.
So Lace Curtains. 311s yards long, and ex-
ira wide, reduced to $1.39
69c White Fringed Bed Spreads reduced
to 47c
E$1 25 Marseilles Quilts, ia wide, reduc-
ed to SOC.
15c Large Size Huck Towels reduced to
1Oc.
1Sc Pure Linen Towels, damask patterns,
reduced to 121hc.
19c Knotted Fringed Towels, large size,
reduced to 121hc
39c Fine Linen Towels, large size, knotted
fringe reduced to 25c.
s2'Se. VINO AAD'' A'n'n '''S 'suu''u -
$3.50 White Table Linen Sets, fancy bord-
ers, reduced to $49S.
Toe Pure Linen Table Covers reduced to
47c.
81 White Linen Table Covers, 12-4 wide,
with fancy borders, reduced to 79c.
39c Pure Linen Napkins, reduced to 25c
per dozen.
Toe Double Width Dress Plaids, reduced
to 62ic
15c Wool Mixed Henriettas reduced to 92.c.
25c Double Width Henriettas, all colors,
reduced to tic.
25c Double Width Plaid Flannels reduced
to 19c
SOC All Wool serges black and navy, re-
duced to 25c.
25c Black Figured Novelties reduced to
tic.
SOC All Wool Henriettas reduced to 25c.
SC Cotton Crashes reduced to 37sc.
39c China Silks, evening shades for drap.
cries, reduce to 23c.
19c Wool Mixed White Flannel, reduced
to 1910.
SALES OPENS MONDAY MORNING.
@-Grand opening of TOYS AND HoLI-
DAY GOODS next week We will have on
sale the largest stock ever shown. Special
prices given to Societies, Fairs, and Sunday
Schools.
Caa5snaIzs.v, &9& 5suy
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03
FIFTY-F FOURTH CONGRESS.
WASHINGTON, Dec. 8.
SENATE.

After prayer and the reading and ap-
proval of the journal of yesterday, the
Presidents message was read by the
secretary of the Senate in the presence
of fairly full Senate.
At 1:40 the reading was finished and
the message was laid on the table and
ordered printed.
Resolutions on the subject of the con-
dition of affairs in Turkey, were pre-
sented by Senators Cullom, Gallinger
and Hoar, and were referred to the com.
mittee on foreign relations.
Mr.. Lodge introduced a joint resolu-
ton affirming the principles of the
Monroe Doctrine, and MIR. Stewart in
troduced bill for the free and unlim-
tied coinage of silver.
Mr.. Call offered a resolution to recog-
nize the Cubans as belligerents.
Mr.. Kyle offered resolution for the
government control of telegraphs.
Mr.. Cullom introduced q resolution
declaring the Monroe policy to be by
precedent and tradition the recognized
rightful policy of the United States and
that this government will regard its in
fringement as dangerous menace to
the welfare and prosperity of the
United States.
HOUSE.
Chaplain Couden's first prayer was
delivered in the presence of an assem-
blage that filled the galleries and of a
large majority of the members of the
House. The Chaplain, like that of the
Senate, is a blind man, but unlike DR..
Milburn, Rev. Mr.. Couden wears glass
es, which hide his infrmity. He speaks
with great deliberation. In his prayer
he said: Let Thy spirit fall nightly
and especially upon the Speaker of
this House, that in all his rulings be
may be guided into justice and equity.
And, Heavenly Father, may We be
quick to resent anything like an insult
to this, our nation.
The committee appointed to an.
nounce to the President the fact that
the House had been organized and was
ready to receive any communication he
might have to make, then reported that
the President would communicate at
once to the House in writing. The
Presidents secretary then appeared at
the door and presented the Presidents
message which the clerk proceeded to
read.
AT 1:5O p. N. the clerk concluded the
reading of the message and the House
then adjourned until Friday next.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03

MASONIC MEETING.-The grand
working committee of the grand lodge
of Masons was in session ia
Richmond yesterday getting mat.
tiers in shape for the 11Sth annual
communication, which begins this even
ing. There are 259 subordinate lodges
in Virginia, and it is expected that
there will be about 500 Masons present.
The vacancy in the Office of grand
senior warden, caused by the death OF
Mr.. F. A. Reed, of this city, will prob
ably be filled by the promotion of
Grand Junior Warden r. T. w. Duke,
Of Charlottesville. Messrs. K. KEN
per. W. D. Stewart. ]. II. Fisher,
t. w. Robinson, C. D. Semmes, W. l..
Allen, C. G. Lennon, G. B. Mar
shall and other Alexandria Masons
left here this morning for Richmond 10
attend the sessions of the grand lodge
as representatives from the two lodgt 6
Of this city.
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Isaac Eiichbpp
NE. Cor. King & Royal SIS.

Der goes out as it came in-with q
storm period, containing full moon,
in progress. The crisis of the closing
period will be reached about the last
day, in connection with the second full
moon for the month. Gales on land
and sea will howl dirges for the dying
year, and swell loud ovations to the
new,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03

Personal---very.. J. G. Lennon
and femily have returned from visit
to their son, DR.. G. G.. Lennon, of Al
exandria. Huntersville citizens gener-
ally rejoice at Mr.. Lemons return to
the pastorate of the Methodist church
here.-NOrfoIE Vir0inidn
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03
MONETARY AND COMMERCIAL.

NEW YoRK. Dec. Bear traders in stocks
this morning of the opinion that the Presi-
dents message would contain nothing about
trusts made rush to cover their outstand ng
contracts in the industrials Shortly after
the opening sugar was the feature and $500
shares OF the stock were traced in at the start
at 1O51ba106. The railway list showed little
of interest until near II o'clock when the err
tire market moved up 14a1 y per cent, The
railway market at II o'clock was firm, but
industrials were easier on realizations.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03

The Manassas Gazette says that three deer
We're received there by Mr.. Robert Portner
iast week and turned out in his deer park on
ais fine estate. Mr.. Portner purchased the
q Ss in Washington. at cost of $500 each.
De has purchased eleven more from west
Tsh man, and is daily expecting their arrival.
the park contains two hundred and fifty
acres Of Woodland about mile north OF thu }
Place and is enclosed with woven wire fence
zen feet in height.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03
Nn1 GOODS.
V ood|VaTd & Lotbr0p.
10th, Ilth and + Sts., N. W.
sSXmas Cards and Booklets and
Calendars and Diaries for 1S96-frst
floor. near Ribbon Department.
READY FOR THE HOLIDAYS.
A large, complete and mag
nihcent stock awaits you. Low
er prices than ever before will
please you.
A Holiday Offering of Hats.

To make room for our special opening dis
play of Theater, Opera, and Evening Hats
and Bonnets, we offer our remaining stock of
Women's and Children's Untrimmed Hats,
including Turbsns, Bonnets, Round Hats,
Sailors, English Walking Hats, and Children's
Tam o. shanters, at 25c, SOC. Toe and 81 90
each. Former Prices were 81 %, $1.5o and
1925 each.
At the same time we shall offer special lot
of Black Aigrettes and Coque Feathers at 15c
per bunch. Former price 4Sc.
(b1illinery Dept. I'd foor......2d annex.)
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03

POLICE CoURr.-The following cases
were disposed Of by the Mayor this
morning:
Richard Burns, arrested by Officer
Belts for disorderly conduct, was
fined 50.
William Ford, colored, arrested by
Officers Arlington and Howson for an
assault on James Minor, colored, with
a knife, was fined $40.
Roy Taylor, colored, arrested by Off
GERS Jones and Dean for assault on Pat
rick Foley, was fined 50 so.
VIM. Washington, colored, charged
with refusing to provide for his child,
was dismissed upon promising to take
care of it in future.
A picture agent charged with insolent
language towards customer was dis
missed.
Night Report.-Last night was clear
and cold. Three prisoners and ten
dodgers were at the station house.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03

Good advice: Never leave home on
journey without bottle of Chamber
lain's Collie, Cholera and Diarrhoea
Remedy. For sale by L. Stabler &
Co., druggists.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-12-03
LOCAL MATTERS.

sun rises tomorrow at 7:21 and sets
l:S9. High water 9:02 a. 20. and
9 % m.
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Ladies' and Children s
CLOAKS

in the last two weeks. We do not
speak egotistically, but we assure you
you have never had the opportunity
examining larger or more complete
assortment. We will speak of them in
detail, little later. However, in the
meantime, we invite your attention and
inspection. You will find the high
class novelties also the cheaper lines.
Come down to see US MONDAY.
You wont regret it. We will make it
Interesting as we'll as profitable to you.