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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26

RAILROAD ACCIDENTAL Chatham,
on the Southern Railway, late yester-
day evening through southbound
freight train ran into the rear end of q
local freight train, wrecking several
cars. 1t is reported that the fire from
the collided locomotives being thrown
into the depot building, that structure,
with most of its contents, was destroy
ed. This report is not verified, how
ever. Fortunately no one was hurt.
No Alexsndrians were employed on
either of the trains, they being manned
by southern crews-that Is by men
who take charge of the trains at Char
louisville and run them south. The
report that three men had been killed
is incorrect.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26
Trust Those who Have Tried

Catarrh caused hoarseness and difficulty in
speaking also to great extent lost hear
ing. By the use of Ely's Cream Balm drop.
ping Of mucous has ceased, voice and hearing
have greatly improved.-J. w. Davidson,
Atty at Law, Monmouth, H.
used Elys Cream Balm for catarrh and
have received great benefit. I believe it a
safe and certain cure. Very pleasant to take.
VIM. Frazer, Rochester, N. Y.
Price of Cream Balm is fifty cents.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26

WNTRY WEATHER.-The cloudy,
dismal weather of yesterday afternoon
brouabt hail and rain about half-past
Eve O'Clock, and in about an hours tim 9 9
fine sidewalks and streets were IN d
dangerous condition for pedestrians,
sleet having formed. The wind was from
the southeast and the hail continued
until about ten o'clock, when it settled
into rain, and later into snow. The
temperature not being low, the snow
as we'll asithe hail melted. and the
streets we're rendered sloppy and the
walking difficult. Clearing conditions
| followed this afternoon.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26
N9r.aAsSu1,lks.;;,. e99@s,.,
316 KING STREET.

THE TINE of the annual round up sale at
!. Schwarz & Sons, SIS King street, is at
hand Goods have lost their value. Oppor-
tunitics like these tell No matter what
former values they have offered these over
reach ALL Don't console yourself with the
thought that some other day will do. 1t
might not Quickness of decision means
quickness of possession.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26

THE CHARTER of the Arrow Navigts
ton Company, obtained some years
since in Arizona, was filed for record in
the Corporation Court tot day. Mr.. J. R.
Cation was granted power of attorney.
The deed of sale of the steamer Howard
Cassard by George FRANKIE to the above
named company was also filed for
reoord
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26

EpwoRrH LEAGUE.-The League
scciable at the M. E. Church South
last night was well attended. The
meeting opened with a prayer and
praise service conducted by the the
president, Mr.. F. J. Pollard. After
the transaction of routine business and
the election of three new members, the
members and friends who had congre-
gated in sufficient numbers TO ell the
lecture room, Notwithstanding the in
clement evening, were pleasantly en-.
tertained for short time by the social
and music committees, which are in
charge of Misses Gertrude Miller and
Virgie Driscoll, respectively. The
programme consisted of instrumental
music by Mr.. VIM. Starnell, baritone
solos by Mr.. Geo. B. Kennedy and rec
itation by Miss Bette Pollard. The
league is in thriving condition and
numbers 140 members on its rolls.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26

OPERA HoUsE.-The Brooklyn Eagle
says otthe Guy Bros. Minstrels: This
season eclipses all previous ones. The
Guy boys are, as usual, up to date, and
what they do not know in getting up a
unique and crisp programme is scarcely
worth Knowing. There is not; q weak
mau il the combination. and the boys
ale certainly the leading black. cork
artists in this part of the universe"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26

For THE PooR.-A meeting of ladies
of all denominations will be held at the
residence of Mrs. T. Marshall Jones on
Rrince street on Monday morning at 10
O'clock to devise some means for assist
ing the needy poor of the city. All in
terested are invited to be present to aid
in this worthy object.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26


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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26

ALEXANDER IsLAND.-Gov. OFFER
ri and Attorney General Scott have
known for some time that the question
of the District of Columbia authorities
having jurisdiction over Alexander
Island was likely TO arise ard say they
are prepared to meet it. The people
of Alexander Island have been paying
taxes to and have voted in Virginia
ever since 1S47, when the retrocesslon
was accepted and the principle that
would be involved in any litigation OF
the District of Columbia to assure juriss-
diction has been practically settled.
The United States Supreme Court de,
cided in the Illinois boundary line and
the Virginia and Tennessee boundary
line cases that usage or the establish
ment of boundary line by the people
made the line. In any event, any. steps
the District of Columbia may take 10
the courts to deprive Virginia OF JurIs.
diclion over the Island will be fought
vigorously by the commonwealth.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26
DRY GOODS.

RS EXCITING TIMES NOW. CLEAR
Il ING Up AND CLOSING OUT. GOODS
HAVE LOST THEIR yALUE.-Its room We
want. The time of our annual round up sale
is at hand Opportunities like these tell
This sale goes on record from MONDAY,
January %. There are others but none like
this" No matter what former values We
NAV have had these over reach them all. Be
quick in Selling these values. Don't console
yourself with the thought that some other day
will do. 1t might not. Quickness of dec
sion means ouickness of possession.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26

Jhamberlain's Eye end Skin ointmen!
Is q certain cure for Chronic Sore Eyes,
Cranulated Eye Lids, Sore Nipples, Piles,
Eczema, letter, Salt Rheum and Scald Head,
Is cents per box. For sale by druggists.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26
TO HORSE OWNERS.

For putting horse in fine healthy con-
dition try DR.. Cady's Condition Powders.
They tone up the system, aid digestion, cure
loss of appetite relieve constipation, correct
kidney disorders and destroy worms, giving
new life to an old or over worked horse. Is
cents per package. For sale by
L. STAsLER & Co, Druggists.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26

WEATHER PRoBABILITIEs.-For this
section far end colder tonight; fair and de-
cidtdly colder Sunday; westerly.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26

sun rises tomorrow at 7:05 and se,s
4 30 High water S:57 a. m. and
910 pm.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26
LOST.

T osT-On or about January 18th, GOLD
IL BAR BREAST PIN with small DIA-
MOND SETTING. The finder will be iber-
ally rewarded by leaving it at this Office.
;apOf Or
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26

IT OST-Thursday, January Oath, on the
IL 1:30 boat from Alexandria to Washing
ton SABLE MUFF. Please return to this
Office and get reward. ian25 3tA.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26
TRY THOSE
Single Fried Oysters

It the FREE LUNCH st ]. B. ATWELL's
ROYAL sTs EET RESTAURANT. 2ts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26

r OST.-six. months old YELLOW SET
~ TER DOG. Has white breast and star on
head. A reward will BIZ given if returned to
ZIG south Washington street. jan24 3ta
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-26
LOCAL NEWS.

ATURDAl EVENING. JAN. % ls' .;
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ScIndigo Blue Prints, 47sc.
&c Light Prints. 31sc.
Simpson Gray, Mourning and Black Prints
The Washington times., 1895-05-31

com mittee: Reys. c. Ernest Smith,
T. Clampitt, C. C. Griffith, Ed. Engle. and
Messrs. v c. Williams, ] o. Foard, j.
7. Mason and Edward Higgins.
An agreement was reached by which as
sessments due from the congregations in
the new diocese viii be paid as usual, until
the proper assembling of the new diocese
Deputies to the general convention in
October next Were elected, as follows:
j. II. Ederton, j. II. Ellis, j s. B.
Hodges, X. II. McKim, Nerfurth Miller,
j. G. Bancroft Davis, Joseph Packard and
William Keyser, aud as alternates Alex
Mackay Smith, c. George Currie, Pere-
griue Wroth, Hall Harrison, Lloyd sauH-
ders, j. T. Mason, W D. Baldwin, and
Clarence Lane.
ALL FULL OF GRATITUDE.
DR.. blckim offered a resolution expressing
the devout thanks of the convention to God
for the spirit of loving, Caristian charity
in which the work of the convention has
been done. He referred with pathetic
power TO the separation OF the diOceses,
aud asked for the blessing OF God in the
future
DR.. Eliot also referred TO the dissolution
Of relations aud the maternal care exercised
10y the Diocese of Maryland over the Dis
trict. He reJoced in the spirit in which
all things had been done. Rev. Mr.
DIR. McKim, aud iu behalf Of the Mary
land Diocese aud wished the new diocese a
God speed aud prosperity.
DR.. Grammer and Mr.. Albert also spoke
in this tender strain. The resolution was
then carried
The convention formally thanked the
vestry and rector of Epiphany. and the com :
mittee on hospitality for their kindness
and attention, After selecting Baltimore
as the next place of meeting the cunven-
tion adjourned sine die-at SHOP. N.
Rev. DR.. Alexander Mackay Smith en-
tertained the whole convention and their
visiting lady friends at his handsome home
yesterday after the adjournment. Dr.
MackaySmith not only invited the whole
body to attend, but had carriages in wait
ing after adjournment to transport his
guests to his residence.
The convention passed resolution in
the afternoon expressing its sense OF the
rendered courtesy of their host.
The Washington times., 1895-05-31
CONDITIONS:
NAyY.s NEW GUN.

Expert Board Reports the Result of
Years Examinations.
The improved Lee rifle that has been
recommended for adoption in the Navy by
the expert board which has devoted a
year to comparison of different weapons,
has some features OF novelty which it is
expected viii prove to be of great value.
1t has fewer parts than any other salts
factory Weapon, and SO can probably be
made more cheaply, in addition TO being
much easier TO repair and clean and han
die. 1t has a straight bolt, and all that
is necessary to reload it is 10 pull the
bolt straight back and return. This does
away with the ugly half turn which it is
necessary to give in the case OF all other
bolt guns to release the bolt, motion
unnatural and difficult.
AS a result, il is also possible to shoot
the entire magazine empty without re-
moving the gun from the shoulder or dis
turbing the aim, and at the trial un-
trained sailors shot forty rounds per min
ute with ease. Then by new device for
holding the cartridges, very cheap and
lighter than any before known, it is un-
necessary TO strip" the cartridges into
the magazine chamber or to eject the
empty holder, which drops out automati-
cally. This greatly facilitates Tapidity
Of firing.
The gun was put through the hardest
usage without damage, although in cases
excessive charges of ammunition were
used that ran the pressure above double
the normal rate.
The government has already made an
arrangement with Mr.. Lee, the patentee,
to secure the rights for making his gun
for the Navy, and after the signature Of
the formal contract advertisements VIII
be issued inviting gunmakers to bid for
supplying the guns to the Navy
The Washington times., 1895-05-31
NO NEED FoR ALARM.

Those sadly misguided people who have
been making a terrible ado about the dedi-
aation of The Confederate monument at
Chicago yesterday viii experience another
shock when they learn that John NJ. scho-
Sleld, the general commanding the army;
Gen. John c. Black. a gallant Union sol
aier: Gen. John NJ Palmer, also a Union
Reteran. and others like them dined We'd
nesday night with such famous Confed-
crates as Gen. James Longstreet, Gen.
Wade Hampton. Gen. NJ c. Butler. Gen.
s. d. Lee. Gen. H Kyd Douglass and Maj.
John W Daniel They drank each others
health, glorified the deeds OF the two
armies. toasted the blue and the gray and
acted in every way like brave old sol
diers and sensible men.
Many a Scared veteran who fought under
the Stars and Stripes was present when
that Confederate monument was dedicated
yesterday, and when he heard the typical
old rebel yell a smile passed over his
rugged features as he thought how HARM
less it is to-day. Yank and Johnny Reb
harmoaized and fraternized and parted
company each fully convinced that the
other is real good fellow after all.
How much better this than to keep up
an everlasting racket about disunon and
disloyaIty and al thati Why should not
the confederateveteran and do honor
70 the memory Of his dead comrades, just
as well as the Union veteran keeps sacred
che memory of his fallen ones? After al,
The Washington times., 1895-05-31
EXCELLENT sTDEwALKs.

II is matter for eongraulIatiou not only
70 the residents of the particular section
of New York avenue, but TO the public ir
general, that new sidewalks have been
laid on that thuroughfare between Ninth
aud Tenth streets. What with the recent
repaying of the road way aud the tasteful,
enclosure of the beautiful shade trees in the
center, the square referred to is now one of
the handSomest in the city. ON
Bad as the side walks OF the city generally
are, those un New York avenue were es-
pecially, notoriously aud atrociously bad,
and while the residents there are immedi-
ately and more particularly benefited by
the transformation that has been wrought,
every one whose business leads him into
that neghborhood will rejoice that he will
no longer go sailing along like a ship in
a storm
There is, however, another aspect of this
improvement, larger in scope and even
more gratifying The modernization OF
the New York avenue sidewalks gives un-
mistakable evidence of the Commissioners
intention To metamorphose the sidewalks
OF the city. aud make them fit companions
Of the road ways that are famed far and
near as uuequalled in any other place.
Proof of this activity in other sections of
the city is not lacking and the hope may
be now ludulged that in few years the
hill and gully sidewalks will be an un
pleasant remiuiscence.
The Washington times., 1895-05-31
CRACK RIDING AT CHICAGO
Fairmon Wheels Eighteen Miles of
Road in 81 Minutes, SO Seconds.
George l.. Emerson Takes the Prize
for the Best Time-A Brilliant
Bicycle Event.

Chicago. Ill, May 30.-The ninth annual
Chicago Road Race, covering course OF
a fraction over eighteen miles, from the
Grant monument in Lincoln Park, TO
South Evanston and return, was run to-
day, and resulted in a victory for Homer
Fairmon, of the Chicago Cycling Club
Fairmon started from the five minute
forty five seconds mark in the handicap,
and made the run in the riding time OF
54 minutes aud 36 seconds.
The most remarkable work of any OF the
riders was that of George L Emerson, OF
the EngIewovd Cycling Club, who started
from the 2:30 mark, and finished second
in 52:14, securing the $500 prize for best
time. Emerscn has rode for several
years, and although always rated high,
was not thought capable OF the ride he ac-
compIished to day.
Englewood, a southern suburb Of Chicago,
gathered in a greater part OF the honor
in to days races, securing sides the
time prize, second, third aud eighth places
by the fast riding of R0sback, Hoffman
aud Frosh, respectively.
Fred Eau Won the race last year, and cap
tured it a second time this, ahead Of the
scratch brigade, which was lea by Dreardy,
Bainbridge and Peck.
Dreardy beat Bainbridge over the tape
by a few inches, and the two got third
and fourth times in 54-09.
7. L, Bird, the high gear man." from
st. Paul. rode Ia fine style, his time being
55:01.
The weather was warm, and the wind
neither north nor south to impede the
riders so that the conditions were favora-
Bile. About 70 900 people viewed the
start aud finish. ard fully 200 900 saw Il
throughout its length, going and coming.
At the finish the scene was of unusual
color for bicycle race. The crowd was
banked against the ropes in solid masses.
aud 1T required the utmost vigilance OF
$50 policemen to keep the excited. cheering
crowd from breaking down the rope bar
rier and swarming upon the track.
Tally-ho coaches to the number Of a
dozen were stationed along the line OF
the finish. and the 425 or more contest
auts started and returned TO the footing Of
horus. The event was probably the most
brilliant ever carried out in the cycling
line
The Washington times., 1895-05-31
HOWARD CoNFERs DEGREES.
Tw enty fourth Annual Commence
ment of the Famous University.

Tw enty fourth Annual Commence
ment of the Famous University.
Howard University held its twenty
fourth annual co mmencement of the
college department in the Rankin Memorial
Chapel last evening. A large assemblage
was in attendance and heartily appreci-
ated the merits of the compositions read
by the graduates of the class OF '95.
For the first time in the history of the
institution the degree of bachelor of science
was conferred and awarded to Mr. NJ
Grant Lucas ard to Mr.. Jesse L. Tucker
Those who received the degree ofbachelor
of arts were Mr.. William f. Benson, Mr.
Elmer C. Campbell, Miss Corinne L. Gibson,
and Miss Mary L. Jones
The orations read by the graduates were:
''The Southern cavalier; his influence on
American civilization" -" by Mr.. William E.
Benson; ''The Iefolmer's relation TO prog
ress, by Mr.. Elmer c. Campbell aud The
value OF fiction" by Miss Mary l.. Jones.
Hon. B. X Bruce delivered an address
in which he gave the graduates much
practical advice and encouragement in re-
lation to their future work, pointing out
many of the pitfalls and temptations which
are so apt to beset the unwary.
The president, Rev. Dr. j. E. Rankin, con-
ferred the degrees aud pronounced the
benedictiOn.
The Washington times., 1895-05-31
THE wAsHNGroN HOLIDAY.


Few cities give themselves over so en-
tirely TO the observance of holidays as
Washington. The closing of the depart
ments and the general suspension OF bust
ness set free the army of clerks and en-
ployes, and our streets, parks, and places
OF amusement and recreation are thronged
with intelligent, thrifty people.
Yesterday was a fair illustration of a
Washington holiday Instead of clothing
themselves with a solemn funeral air,
thousands of happy people made it an
occasion for social and recreative enjoy
ment. Memorial Day has not lost its sig
nificance as time to revere the fallen
hero, but it cannot longer be claimed en-
tirely by the Union veterans. The strewing
of flowers on the graves of the dead and the
general demand for spring holiday have
added their influence TO brighten, rather
than sadden, the 30th of May, and it is
no longer looked upon by the general
public as time for the revival OF somber
war memories.
Thirty years of peace and prosperity
have prepared the way for this change
Without thought of disparaging the mem
ory of the Union dead or of dealing lightly
with their deeds and heroism, 1t is never
theless true that common interests and
business associations have softened the
asperities of the war and established the
proposition that reunited country cannot
prosper except when there is goodwill
among all its people.
The Washington times., 1895-05-31
GoULD's YACHT BEATEN.
Niagara Shows Up Poorly in Her Rae
with the InYnnI

Niagara Shows Up Poorly in Her Race
with the InyOni-
Lowestoft, May 3O-NiagaTa's first rae
ing trial took place in light breezes and on
smooth water, and it must be admitted that
her debut was not a glorious one.
The course was rather cramped, but ad-
vantage was gained by InyOniin either wind
or tide. After getting the best of the start
Inyoni drew away steadily. and after
trial on all points of sailing led at the end
of the first half of the course by Am 3Os-
On the last half OF the course Inyoni
gained in like ratio, but Niagara got
lift in wind and was only ON. 3Ss. astern
at the Penultimate mark, about a mile
from the finish.
Both yachts then had very strong tide
to reach against, and the breeze was soft
Niagara brought the breeze up with her
until she drew almost level ON Inyoni's
weather hand. Then, like her opponent,
she got hooked by the tide, and with a
long struggle Inyoni crawled up to the
line.
TO-day's racing indicates that Niagara
will not excel in light weather with her
resent sail-spread, which is not enough
to drive her big huh through the water.
The race to-day was a fair test, but il
Inyoni Niagara met with the best Englisl
light weather craft