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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14

RUNAwAYs.-A horse belonging to
Judge ]. K. M. Norton ran away late
Yesterday evening on Prince street and
was not stopped until it reached the
end of the Prince street dock. The
horse was attached to buggy snd was
standing in front of the residence OF
Mr.. Reverdy Dsingerfeld. Judge Nor
ton was in the act of placing little
girl in the buggy when the animal took
fright and started down the street. The
horse kept in a straight course toward
the river and upon reaching the Strand
ran upon the Norfolk steamer wharf.
An attempt was made to stop the horse
by closing the doors to the shed, and
one of them was shut, but the frighten-
ed animal passed through the other to-
ward the end of the pier. AIR. Wilbur
Kemp, who was under the shed, at i'm
minent risk to himself, caught the horse
and prevented it from going overheard.
The buggy was not much damaged. a
number of people were on the wharf at
the time and some excitement was &C.
casioned by the runaway.
A horse attached to a carriage be-
longing to Mr.. Julian Fogg ran away in
the western section of the city yester-
day. and threw Mr.. Fogg from the We
hicle, slightly injuring him. The horse
kept on until it was stopped by man
ON the West End road.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14
wGOoDs DBLIVgRED IN ALEX.
ANDRLA.
Woodward & Lothrop,
10th, 18th & F Sts., n. W.,
WASHINGTON. d. c.

ington for the safe. blowing job at the
Alexandria Ferry Company's wharf,
will soon be called in the Criminal
Court of that city, and then Billy Will
liams will be put on the stand and
given an opportunity to tell the court
and jury the facts related in his confes-
sion. Jack Dempsey is still at large,
though the police think they are on his
trail. This man is known as Charles
Rodgers, alias Connolly, alias Coleman
and a score of other names. He is
about forty-fve years old and is known
as an all.around burglar and thief. In
1883 he served term in Tennessee for
burglary, and eight years later he was
sent to prison in Ohio. The most in
teresting development in the case re-
Gently is the information from near
Orange Courthouse to the effect that
"Buck" Auffort, one of the alleged safe
blowers, had changed several gold
pieces in that section soon after the
safe was blown open and robbed of sew
eral hundred dollars, including some
gold coin. When the case is tried sew
eral witnesses will be summoned from
Virginia.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14
Isaac Biichbergg
NE. Cor. King G Royal SIS.
LOCAL BREFITIES.

The Southern Railway Company
continues to increase the number of
colored fremen on that road.
Mr.. w. II. Quinn fell overheard from
the yacht Americas at Marshall Hal
last night but was soon rescued.
Peaches and watermelons in large
quantities from the South are passing
through this city over the Southern
Railway for the northern markets.
Maj. Fred R. Scott, vice-president of
the Atlantic Coast Line, confirms the
report that the Southern Railway and
it's system have formed an alliance.
1t has been suggested that if the
Pennsylvania Railroad had suitable
depot building in this city it would not
be broken into and robbed so often.
The lawn party to have been given
last night by the ladies of Grace Church
was postponed on account of the
weather until Monday night next,
when it will be held in the yard of the
Brent property on Prince street be-
Patrick and Henry.
MT. M. CCuultI Will udfC lai &c
supply of Haymarket, Va, spring lamb
in market to morrow, also fine beef,
veal, mutton, &C., and at his upper
King street market there will be an
abundance of home-g grown early vege-
tables, fine spring chickens and delica-
cies of the season.
The project undertaken by business
men of Washington to utilize the water
power at Great Falls has assumed a
new interest from the expected visit to
Washington of northern capitalists
with view of lending assistance to
the enterprise. Among the visitors is
to be the multo- millionaire, Westing-
house. 1t is proposed that the visitors
shall inspect the manufacturing build
ing sites near the Great Falls in CON-
pany with the committee on manufac-
lures of the Washington board of
| trade.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14
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BIG KING STREET.

AN OLD CASE SETTLED.--In the
Court of Appeals at Wytheville yester.
day the long pending case of Shipman
VS.. Fletcher, from the court of the city
of Alexandra, the decision OF the lower
court was affirmed, Judge Rely deliv-
ering opinion.
This was suit brought for the set
Element of the partnership matters OF
John ]. Shipman and William Fletcher
and involved very complicated &C,
counts. The questions on the appeal
arose upon exceptions to the report OF
the commissioner to whom the matters
were referred for settlement and report.
Some of the exceptions were sustained
by the lower court and others over
ruled. The report of the commissioner
was based upon the books and papers
of the parties, and also upon the depo-
sitions of witnesses, much of whose tes-
timony was conflicting. In the opinion
the weight to be given to the report of
a commissioner was discussed, and the
following held:
1. That the report of q commissioner
is to be taken as correct, unless except
ed to.
2. That when excepted to, it is the
province and duty of the court to ex-
anime the evidence and test the correct.
ness of the finding of the commits
sioner; and may come to different
conclusion.
8. And it may do this, even where
the testimony is conflicting, unless the
evidence is evenly balanced, and the
conclusions of the commissioner are
sustained by competent and unimpeach-
ed witnesses.
4. That when no exception is taken
to the report of the commissioner. the
appellate court may not consider mat
ter which may be effected by extrane.
GUS testimony. These rules were fol-
lowed by the Circuit Court, which was
sustained in all Gifts rulings.
Fletcher vs.. ShipmaD. From the
Circuit Court of the city of Alexandria.
Affirmed. Opinion delivered by Judge
Rely. This appeal was heard along
with the appeal in the case of Shipman
VS.. Fletcher and the subject-matter of
this suit and of the appeal were direct
ly involved in that case.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14

BoAr1NG PARTY AND PIcNIo.-On
Friday evening last Miss Lillias Janney
gave basket picnic at Ault's, on the
Potomac river, in honor of Miss Esther
Brooks, of Alexandra, visiting Miss
Janet Harrison, of this town. Boats
were secured and the party rowed to
point up the river, and after feasting
the eye and the imagination upon the
beauties and wonders of nature along
this part OF the river, dainty refresh
ments were served, and heartily en-
loved. The return trip was made by
music and moonlight, which forces, con
junotively, are said to have their effect
upon all except those "who are fit for
treason, stratagems and spoiis." The
entire entertainment was arranged IN
accordance with Miss Janney's refined
taste and the recipients of her hospital
ity are her debtors for an unusually
pleasant evening.-LoudounM Mirror.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14

POLICE CoURT.-Justioe Thompson
presiding.-The following cases were
disposed of this morning;
Charles Gerroll, colored, arrested by
Officer Griffin charged with stealing
sundry articles from Charles Merrithh,
colored, was made to restore the goods
and fined $3.50.
VIM. Madella, colored, arrested by
Officers Ferguson and Beach charged
with assaulting George L. Seaton was
fined s..
Night Report.-Last night was cloudy
and mild, with rain about 1880 o'clock.
Two prisoners and two dodgers were at
the station bouse.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14

DEATHs.-Miss Cornelis Fraser,
daughter of the late Anthony Fraser,
of the county, died at the residence OF
MIR. A. E. Smoot, ON Cameron street.
this morning. The deceased had been
in feeble health for some time, and yes
terday evening was found on tho floor
of her room in an almost unconscious
condition, having been stricken by apo
plexy. She continued to grow worse
until this morning when death over
took her.
Mr.. James T. Luckett, who had been
i'll for some time, died at his residence
on south Patrick street this morning.
The deceased was born In Culpeper
county, but had resided in Alexandra
for about thirty years. He was at one
time employed in the Adams Express
office in Lynchburg and later in this
city. Subsequently he was an attache
in the transportation office of the Vir-
ginia Midland Railroad. In all posi-
tons in life he proved faithful and
trustworthy. For several years Mr..
Luckett's health had been so feeble
that he was unable TO follow any occu.
patton, his eyesight having failed him
entirely. He was soldier in the Con-
federate army and was member of
Lee Camp. Confederate Veterans, at
the time of his death. The deceased
was about ffty-four years old. He
leaves widow and several children.
Mrs. Hagner, wife of DIR. Hagner, of
Washington, died yesterday at Virginia
Beach, where she had gone for the
benefit of her health. She was the
mother in law OF Mrs. Eleanor L. How
ard, of this city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14

p,,soyAL-Waldene, the handsome
dance of Mr.. and Mrs. William Ed
i' ~: Wall. at Buck Lodge, Montgome-
'' narpty. Md, was the scene of a pref
vedding Wednesday afternoon,
G,.n their daughter, Miss katharine,
W. ~. married to Mr.. Jaquelin P. Taylor,
, ~ OF Orange, but now of Hen
5.,sop. n. C. Miss Clara Johnson, of
oS,,iIslelphia, was maid of honor, and
iT Lucy and Sara Taylor, of Hen
; ; Miss Bertha Johnson, of Phila-
SsiDbia; Miss Gertrude Miller, of this
s-y snd Miss Mary Poole and Miss
Inn l3Ds Farquhar, of Maryland, were
s,iiesmaids. Mr.. Henry Macy, of
Henderson, was best man. The ushers
T.rs Drs. L. L. Harlan and Stewart
lancaster and Julian Miller, of this
T,y: Mr.. Joseph Stinemetz. of Philadel.
Mia; Mr.. J. H. Bridgers, of Henderson,
md Mr.. Guy Wall. A number of rela.
ives Of the groom from this city were
mssent at the wedding.
Nj. B. F. Jacobs, of this city, is visit
ng bis brother, Mr.. w. F. Jacobs, in
Charlottesville.
Mr.. K. Kemper continues quite sick
nd expects to 60 to Loudoun in a day
y Two, hoping that the change may be
eneicial to his health.
Miss Tina Schiller gave q yachting
srly last evening on the Americas to
lar:hall Hall to her friends of the
firth Club. Among those on board
ere Mr.. and Mrs. N. Schiller, James
li Harry Bayliss, the Misses Bayliss,
lis Maud Roache, Miss Mamie Lyles,
lis julia Lindsay, Miss Dora R. Lam
ID, L. Shuman, jr., Harry Fleisch-
ann, ]. d. Normoyle, William n.
linn and John Powell. All enjoyed
most delightful evening.
Mr 7. II. Rice. of Memphis. is visit
I bis son, Rev. t. II. Rice, jr., in this
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14

FINES REMrrrED.-A special customs
house officer in making his inspection
recently found that the marine laws
had been violated by the owners OF
three schooners hailing from this port,
ia that the figures giving their net ton
mage as marked on the vessels hatch
ways did not conform with the numbers
as shown on the vessels licenses. The
collector at this port was therefore IN
structed to collect q fine of $50 upon
each vessel, which had been imposed by
the Treasury Department. Collector
Robinson wrote to the department
stating there had been no intention on
the part of the vessels owners to vio-
late the marine laws and at his request
the fines were RENTED.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14

The TICKET OFFICE THIEF.-James
GAMBLER, the man who broke open
ri robbed the ticket office of tf e
Washington Southern Railway in this
diy Yesterday afternoon, is believed 10
;. veritable crook, gentleman of
tbs city who had occasion to visit the
BIumore Jail recently being positive
he saw him there. Chandler had been
seen loaiing about the depot for two
hours Yesterday before ne committed
b. rash act. Special Officer Price left
tae depot about quarter to II O'Clock
SITTER the ticket office had been closed
sud epioined the colored porter, Robert
Gaines, to keep q lookout, especially
on the ticket office. Chandler watch
ed the movements of the employees and
when Mr.. Price left he prised the ticket
Office door open with some instrument
resembling chisel, breaking the latch
and lock. He inserted the same instru-
ment into the money drawer in the Of
fee, but was unable to open it from
the fact that there was secret peg in
the receptacle which he could not find.
By this time Gaines bad come up to
the ticket office window and had look
ed in to see if all was right and caught
sight Of the thief. He gave the alarm
aud Chandler, gathering up the
sixty four pennies which were on the
counter, ran out. The porter and some
carpenters who were at work at the de-
pot started after the thief. The re-
mainder of the story was told yester-
day. Had Chandler remained in the
ticket office five minutes longer he
would have secured respectable sum
which WAS in the drawer and safe.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14

We have the stock, we have
the variety, and the prices are
lower than elsewhere.
200 pieces to select from.
A 12Hc mating at $3.50 a
roll. 40 yards in a roll, or 1oc
per yard to cut.
A zoe mating, extra heavy
jointless, at S4.99 a roll, or
15c per yard to cut.
A 25c mating, weighs SO
lbs to the roll, at $500, or 1Sc
per yard to cut.
90 pieces Ioo-lb Chinese
damask mating, actual value
35c. We closed the remainder
Of an importers stock. You
can have them at zoe a yard.
IS pieces of Chinese cotton
warp mating, excellent value
at soc. We are selling them
at So per roll, or 25c per yard.
A large variety of high-class
mattings, including the newest
ideas OF Chinese production.
We are headquarters for
straw mattings. No trouble
to show them. Examine be-
fore making your purchases.
We invite comparison.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14

ASNIvERsARY.-To-day being the
llSth anniversary of the adoption OF
the present flag by the United States
government, the rooms of Alexandria
aud Belle Haven Councils, Junior Or,
der of American Mechanics, in Odd
Fellows and 6arepta Halls were deco
rated with flags and ether national EN-,
blems. These councils have determined
to celebrate the day in some BETTING
man er each wear In the future.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14

DRUM CORPS PRAcTIcE.-At q regu-
lar practice of the Third Regiment
Drum Corps last night twenty-three
members answered the roll call. 1t is
expected that the corps will go into
camp sometime in July or August.
There is movement on foot among
the members of the corps to organize
glee club for the amusement of the
corps while in camp. The practice in
structions last night were given by
Sergeant Krauss.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14
A False Diagnosis.

La Grippe is COMPOUNDED by many persons
with severe attack of catarrh, which in some
respects resembles the former. The indiyic.
uals suffer severely with pain about the fore
head. ewes and ears, with soreness in throat
and stoppage of the nasal passages, and in
fact, are incapacitated for work Of any kind
for DAYS at time. These are catarrhal suf-
ferers. Ely's Cream Balm has been used with
the best results in such cases. The remedy
will give instant relief.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14

WANTED HIS D1NNER.-A colorcd
individual named William Msdella, q
regular patron of the Police Court, was
placed in the dock at IL o'clock to day
charged with assaulting q man of hisown
color named George Seaton. He plead
guilty to the charge and after having
been fined requested the court to send
him to jail as soon as possible, as he
desired to arrive in time for dinner.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14

MAsoN1c.-At regular communica-
ton of Alexandria Washington Lodge
of Mssons last night the following
officers were elected: W. D. Stewart,
". M; DR.. W. R. Parvis, S. W.; F. A.
Anderson, J. W.; G. w. Fisher, treas
urer, and ]. S. Douglas, secretary. The
other officers will be appointed at the
next meeting by the Master.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14

THE RACES at st. Asaph were again
we'll attended this evening and resulted
as follows
First race, 81 furlongs-Dervish won,
Monitoress second, Bonneville third.
Time 1:31l.
Second race, five furlongs-Livana
won, Jessie Taral second, Little Jim
third. Time LOG
Third race, ] mile-Berwyn won,
Nanola second, Johnny F., third. Time
052.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14

Sometime ago 1 was troubled with
an attack of rheumatism. used Cham
berlain's Pain Balm and was complete
ly cured. l have since advised many
of my friends and customers to try the
remedy and all speak highly of it,
Simon Goldbaum, San Luis Rey, Cal.
For sale by L. Stabler & Co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14
shirt WAISTS. WRAPPERS
HOSIERY BARGAINS,

One case Gents Seamless Socks, black, tan
grays, fine gauge, fast colors. Worth 1Oc
at sc.
% dozen Gents full regular made, FAST
black and tan Socks. Worth loo at 10c.
One case Lsdies' Fast Black Hose st &c.
Infants fast black and tan Socks full regu
lar made. Worth 19c at 12l2c.
D dozen Children's last black, Seamless
Hose, sizes 5la to 9la. Worth 15c at 1oc.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14
Hotel Mt. Vernon, New Alexandria,

Now open for summer boarders. Convenient
for those whose business requires thtm to be
in the city daily. Beautiful view, broad
piazzas, cool breeze, spring water, electric
lights, music polite attention and first class
board at low rates Special attention and
rates to clubs, societies, and parties desiring
an outing for day or two. Reduced rates
from Saturday until Monday each week.
je1O2w ]. T. ROBERTS, Manager.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14

COUNTY NoTEs.--A large number of
piCketS of the fence in front of the
Hume school house have been torn
from their fastenings and the gates
broken down by some malicious persons.
1t is hoped that the rascals VINO COM
mltted these acts of vandalism may be
Caught and summarily punished, as de-
facing public school property is serious
OiFeuse.
Complaint is made of stable boys and
other persons employed at the st.
Asaph race track Of grazing horses on
private property without permission OF
owners of the land. One morning last
week three persons were seen to cut
grass with sickles in a field near that
track and each of them filled two
blshel sack and carried it away.
A petition to establish postofice at
St Elmo is being circulated for sigma
tQres
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14

IA INspEcTIoN.-Dr. Puryis and
Mess 5 G. L. Boothe and c. ". Moore
have submitted their quarterly report
9th inspection of the Jail to the Cor
poration Court. They report that the
Jail is in good condition except the
spouting, which is badly in need Of re-
pairs.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14
new WASH GOODS.
.ASkIINAS


5 pieces White Masalinas. the very newest
creation in wash goods, at 15c.
3 pieces Heavy Corded White Masalinas.
Worth soc at 29c per yard.
% pieces of "Flutter Ducks" neat styles.
Worth Ice at 9as.c.
10 pieces Corded Dimitys, white grounds
stripes and figures all the different colorings
15c value at 9a4c.
10 pieces Fast Black French Saline. Worth
25c at 12lac.
10 pieces fast black, (perspiration proof
lace and satin stripe Organizes. Worth 25c
at 15c.
pieces fast black, yard-wide Lawn. Worth
12lac at 6a4c.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14
LOCAL MATTERS.

,,r rises tomorrow at 4:S5 /; and sets
- - High water Ill a. m. and
a. m.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14

BILLY WnL1AMs's CoNFEss1oN.-Tts
case of the men under arrest in Wash
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14

,rv.ruyg PRoBABILITIEs.-For this
,,n Air slightly warmer; westerly wines.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14

The closing exercises of Miss Tebbs's
school took place at the school rooms
on north Washington street this morn
ing. Medals were awarded to Misses
Katie Maxwell, Leila Steiner and Eta
Simpson. Certificates OF distinction
were also presented to number OF
Last night the school was delightful
entertained at party given by Miss
Tebbs in the school rooms.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14
DRY GOODS.

v oodVardt lothrop.
10th, 18th and F StS., N. W.
Belongs "NsW Perfection Hard Wood
Refrigerators,
With Cold Dry-air Circu'atiOn.
$685., $3.50, $40, $12.
Kind lumber, antique finish. Patent
automatic lever lock of solid bronze. Carved
pamela. Bronze trimmings. Mounted on
castols. Solid bronze hinges. Zinc lined.
Charcoal sheatbcd. Metal ice-rack and
shelves. Extra heavy top. self-closing drip
cup Swinging base board. New automatic
cold.air dampor attachment.
Larger Sizes and it'll water coolers.
JeWettS Labrador RefFigeratOrs.
Made of selected red oak, antique finish.
Thick walls. Charcoal filled. Brass drop
handles and hinges. Ice box and shelves re.
movable.
-$15.O0-
Fourth floor. 10th st. building)
Final Reduction Oh Intrimmed Hats.
To close out Immediately our remaining
stock of Untrimmed Hats We have made the
following extraordinary rednctions in prices
Hats that were $1.0O $3.50, $3.50 to
$5 90 each
ARE NOW 25c Tos2 so EACH.
Milan, Lace Benini, and other fancy braids
--latest and most popular colors and shapes.
(3iillinery Parlors.. .2d toor.....2d annex
-:0:-
Practical, Common Sense Suits
For Business Women, Clerks Reporters,
Teachers, Stenogrsphors, Typewriters, Agents.
Also for Travelling and General Outing Wear.
NEAT. STYLISH, AND FASHION
ABLE SUITS
OF Atwood Fancy Mixed Cheviots and
Tweeds and variety of other pretty cloths;
cut in the height Of style perfect shapes; very
full skirt; sll sizes $3.50 Each.
OUR USUAL $500 SUIT.
Atwood Serge Suits navy blue and black;
double-breasted or open blazer style; half silk
lined; full skirt, $1,000 each.
All-wool Illuminated Covert Cloth Suits;
all silk lined; box cost; full fashioned skirt
lined throughout, $3.50 each.
Second floor .............. ..11th ST. brilding.)
49,
Tomorrow Is Children'S Day.
You can count on seeing nothing but the
newest and best styles-and you know our
prices are very modestOnes. The assortments
are choice, complete, and varied. Some e1-
ceptional values for this week.
~GOODs DELIHgRRD IN ALBY-
ANDRLA.
i
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-06-14
Practical, Common Sense Suits

Atwood Serge Suits; navy blue and black;
double-breasted or open blazer style; half silk
lined; full skirt, $1,000 each.
All-wool Illuminated Covert Cloth Suits;
all silk lined; box cost; full fashioned skirt
lined throughout, $3.50 each.
Second floor ............. ....11th ST. brilding.)
The Iuka vidette. (Iuka, Miss.) 1894-1912, 1895-03-14

ance Is multiplied in case the tail is
dirty or wet, which is very often the
case. The end of the tail either takes
the mixer in the face or neck or flirts
into the milk pail; perhaps both events
happen.
The present device, which is here il
lustrated, has been patented by Wis
consin man. 1t is the most nationally
constructed device for the purpose that
has been contrived, being effective and
convenient to great degree. 1t is
also very simple to manufacture. A
strip of elastic sheet metal is bent to
form a circle, the meeting extremities
being rounded apart to form easy con-
tact points. Two oppositely disposed
pieces are riveted to the circular clasp,
the free ends projecting to form han
dies, the compression of which within
the hand grasp opens the clasp points
well apart and allows the device to be
slipped on the TAIL and then the
rounded points are allowed to close
within the deep recesses of the gambrel
joint, where they take secure hold.
The operation is very easy, and will
effectually confine the tail during the
milking operation.