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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10

Personal. Mr.. Richard Windsor is
visiting the family of Mr.. E. w. Maui
pin, in Portsmouth.
A letter from Capon Springs says !:
1.-The Virginia girls are certainly
among the most decided bellies of the
place this season, those who are con-
, sidered especially attractive being Miss
! Katherine Brooke Conrad, daughter of
Solicitor General Holmes Conrad, of
Winchester; Misses Lucy and Bessie
Lee and Miss Esther Fowle Brookes, of
Alexandria"
Mr.. John F. Tackett and family have
gone to Maryland for the summer.
The Warrenton German Clubs fifth
cotillion Friday night, led by Mr.. John
d Hooe, was the largest and prettiest
affair of the season. There were q
number Of strangers present and the
dressing of the ladies was especially
noticeable.
A letter from Warrenton says: The
wife of Capt. Charles Ayres, U. S. A,
is spending the summer here, at the
Warren Green Hotel, with her chill
dren. Mrs. Ayres, who was a Miss
II.
fax, of Coax HILL" Loudoun county.
She is an imperial looking blonde, with
clever conversational gifts and a
beautiful soprano voice. The case
of Captain Ayres, who was re-
Gently court. martialed and found
guilty of having forwarded direct to
the acknowledgement of the army GER
tain official information which should
have been sent through intermediate
channels, has excited considerable in
terest and indignation among his
friends in Virginia, especially in this
section, where his wife has large fam
lily connection. a strong impression
seems to prevail that the whole pro,
ceeding was irregular, that the wrong
man has been tried and that the Pres
ident's disposition of the matter will
result in complete vindication of Cap
tain Ayres.
Mr.. John 7. Callahan, deputy clerk
of the Corporation Court, has gone to
Front Royal to spend mis- vacation.
Postmaster Carlin and family have
returned from the Sweet Springs.
Rev. Father Bowler is quite sick at
ST. Mary's parsonage.
Mr. and Mrs. c. W. Ashby have re-
turned from Atlantic City.
Mr.. Thos. Mortimer, OF Washington,
who has been spending his vacation
with his aunt, Mrs. Howison, has gone
for short visit to Ballston.
Miss NJ. Angela Nevett has returned
from months visit to Atlantic City.
Mrs. A. ]. Green has gone to Colonial
Beach, accompanied by her sister, Miss
Mary E. Gorham. They will stay two
weeks.
DR.. Puryis, who has been con fined to
his home for the past few days by sick
ness, is steadily improving.
Mr.. B. A. Milburn, of Newport, l..
l., is in the city on visit to his father,
Mr.. J. c. Milburn.
Mrs. Hattie Whitening has returned
from visit to her aunt, Mrs. Robert
Portner, at Manassas.
Mr.. Samuel Lindsey has returned
from pleasant visit to St. Georges Is
land.
Mr.. H. K. Field is spending few
days at Round Hill.
Mr.. Francis Carroll continues ex-
tremely i'll at his home in this city.
Major w. S. Greene has returned
from the west, where he has been en-
gagged in government survey work.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10

CHARGE Observation-Disclosures
Washington, who was charged with
leading Elizabeth Williams astray, was
brought before the Mayor on Saturday
night. The complainant in her charge
stated that Washington had been pay
ing attention to her during the past
seven years, and that about four
months ago the relations of which she
complained began, that the defendant
had promised to marry her but had
failed to do so. The mother of the
young woman testified that she had
heard Washington promise TO marry
her daughter. The Mayor concluded
to continue the case until this morning,
and released the accused in the sum of
$500 for his appearance. This morning
Miss Williams formally withdrew the
warrant, alleging that her condition
would in no wise be bettered by COM
polling the defendant to marry her.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10

ATTEMPTED RoBBERY.-Henry Fly
was held up on Washington street ex-
tended near the brick yard, about 10
o'clock Saturday night, by three men.
They assaulted him and his horse be-
came frightened and ran away. 1t is
supposed that the highwaymen believed
their victim to be Mr.. John Nelson on
his way to pay off the hands employed
there. The police are endeavoring to
find the guilty parties who are believed
to be members of gang which is again
infesting this city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10

To CLOSE THE Tan YARD.-Messrs
c. c. Shoots Sons Co. discharged
some of the employees in their tan yard
in this city on Saturday. and will dis
charge few at time until the entire
force shall have been dispensed with.
This is in accordance with the determi-
nation they reached last spring when
they purchased land in North Carolina
for the purpose of removing their plant
to that State. They will operate their
tannery in Sperryville as usual. In
this day it has been found impractical
BILE to operate tanneries in cities, and
this firm is but doing what most others
have been compelled to do. They
will, however, continue their main Of
fee in Alexandria, where the packing
will still be carried on. The close Of
this ancient Alexandria institution is,
of course, regretted by the en- tire COM
munity.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10

STRUCK BY A CAR.-Frank Smith,
son of Lieut.. Jas. Smith, of this city,
was seriously injured Saturday night
by car of the Metropolitan line, in
Washington. He was boarding Four
teenth street car in order to reach the
station at Thirteen-and-a-h fstreet and
Pennsylvania avenue. AS he caught
the handle bar he was struck by
Metropolitan car and quite painfully
cut about his head. The injured man was
brought to his home in this city, where
he received medical attention from DR..
O'Brien. Yesterday he was able to be
about.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10

Nor AwARDED.-Several bids for
erecting the proposed new engine
house for the Hydraulion company on
the Patrick street lot were opened by
the committee on public property on
Saturday evening, but no contract was
awarded. The committee thought the
bids were all too high and are of the
opinion that alterations can be made
in the plans so as not to materially
change the building, but which will re-
duce the cost of its erection. These
changes in the plans will be made and
submitted to the several bidders, who
will have another chance to make esti-
mates for the house.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10

COUNTY NEws.-J. E. Clements has
sold for Bradley p. Colbert, of the coun-
ty, acres of land near the Chain
Bridge to David Toler, also of the coun-
ty, for $500 cash.
Mr.. Ralph Baldwin, of Washington,
has just completed a new cottage near
Bsllston and has moved his family
therein,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10

ATTEMPTED SUICIDE.-NIiss BERTHE
Miller, n well-known young woman OF
this city, tried to commit suicide early
last night by taking two ounces Of
laudanum. Miss Miller is an assistant
in Mrs. Cooks eating house, near the
police station, and lived with her
another on south Lee street. She had
been heard to say: 81 wish ! were
dead, and all my trouble would be
over" Later she sent John Taylor, a
boy, to drug store for laudanum, tell
ing him she wanted it for the tooth
ache. As soon as the boy returned,
Miss Miller put the vial to her mouth
and swallowed the contents. She then
walked to the back door where her
mother was sitting and complained OF
severe pains in her stomach. The
mother, scenting laudanum, accused
her OF taking poison, but the daughter
denied it, stating that John Taylor had
placed it on her handkerchief. Mr..
Miller, becoming suspicious, watcht d
her daughter. A few moments later
the girl swooned and fell to the
floor. some difficulty was expert
enced in obtaining physician, but
one was finally procured and he found
the young woman to be in precarious
condition and attempts to arouse her
were unsuccessful. A young man
named Frank Kelley, of Washington,
has been paying attention to Miss
Miller, aud he had called at the house
Just before she took the drug. Their
relations bad been pleasant. So far it
has been impossible to ascertain why
the young woman acted so rashly. Miss
AIiller's condition had improved this
morning. Miss Miller was attended by
DR.. Mcclure, through whose exertions
her life was saved.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10

ExCURsIoN.-The complimentary ex-
cursion to be given by the Young
Mems Sodality Lyceum tomorrow to
River View promises to be success in
every particular. The Lyceum has is
sued two thousand tickets and the
members are endeavoring to supply
their many friends with them, and if
any one is overlooked on this occasion
it will be an oversight on the part of
the organization.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10

The Hot SPELL The hot weather
Of the past week reached its maximum
Yesterday, and it was generally admit
Ted that no such wave has spread over
this vicinity for many years. at day
break the sultriness presaged very
hot day, and rs the sun left the oppo-
size Maryland hills and began its jour
uey the glare and heat became intense.
By ten o'clock it was absolutely dan
gtrous for persons to expose themselves
20 the suns piercing rays, and most
people, for safety as we'll as comfort,
remained indoors. The mercury rose
higher and higher until it stood at 1902.
In the early part OF the afternoon it was
seen TO be still on the rise, marking
l0l ?, l02', 1882 and finally 104' in the
shade. BY this time the streets were
almost deserted, and sweltering human
ity were endeavoring to exist in
darkened rooms, while others had
recourse to bath tubs. But it
was impossible to remain and even il
one were fortunate enough to get so
temporarily. The light breeze which
would be felt occasionally was ladened
with humidity and rather augmented
the discontinue. Some overheated
folks spent most of the evening riding
between this city and Washington on
the ferry boats, and others utilized the
electric cars in order to get cool. The
excursion boats, of course, were dense
lv packed. Services in the churches
during the morning were very SHINY
attended and still smaller numbers
we're present in the evening. About
shutdown the air grew very oppressive.
Not breath was stirring and the river
presented an immobiity as of glass.
Bv this time the wharves and hills
overlooking the Potomac were throng-
ed with sweltering humanity anxious
to feel some gentle zephyr which, alas !
did not come. Another hot and sleep.
less night seemed inevitable. The
hours wore on but no relief came, nor
were there any indications Of any in
sight until between 9 and 10 o'clock,
when flashes of lightning were seen the
west and north. At this time the
mercury in the thermometer was at the
% mark People were on doorsteps,
pavements and in yards, some tanning
drowsv children, who, Notwithstanding
the heat, were about to succumb to sleep.
The atmosphere in the upper stories of
houses was too oppressive for slumber,
and q majority of people obtained some
sleep on the first floors of their houses.
The lightning continued to grow more
vivid and finally the welcome sound of
thunder was heard, which was sup
posed to be harbinger Of approaching
rain, but this proved an illusion, as the
cloud either passed in another direc-
ton or was dissipated before reaching
this city. The sultriness continued,
aud the little rest secured was early
this morning. The day did not break
as not as yesterday, there being light
breeze from the north with partly
cloudy sky, but the temperature is still
too high for comfort. There was
slight sprinkle of rain early this morn
ing, but though the sky has been over
cast at times during the day the in
tense heat has continued, the mercury
at o'clock registering 96'. Later this
evening there were indications of q
thunder storm.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10

POLICE CoURT.-The following cases
were disposed of this morning
Edward Ware, colored, arrested by
Officer Beach charged with assaulting
w. H. Williams, colored, was lined -.
Smith Miller, colored, arrested by
Officer Atkinson charged with assault.
ing Carrie Miller, colored, forfeited -
collateral.
Lawrence Washington. charged with
seducing Elizabeth Williams, was dis
missed, the charge having been with
drawn.
NIGHT Report.-Last night was clear
and warm. One prisoners was ut the
station house.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10

APPoINTMENT.-Mr. T. W. Robinson,
collector of this port and custodian of
the custom house building, has appoint
ed Mr.. John Bellomy Waterman of the
building in place of Mr.. John browns,
removed, Mr.. Bellomy, who is an
expert engineer, will have charge of
the steam heating apparatus at the
building.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10

w. l.. Williams. of Fairfax county,
reported to Chief Webster to-day that
he had been robbed 10 Washington at
al early hour this morning of all the
money he possessed. The thief cut the
pocket from his trousers.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10
4Iexa,,aris 6asettf,
MONDAY EVENING. AUG. 10 1896.

WEATHER. PHUBAHilrr4no.-to this
section conditions favorable for local thnnder-
storms this evening or tonight probably fair
Taespay not quite so warm Tuesday morn.
iug westerly winds.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10
Linens.

Linens.
Fringed Huck Towels, 1Sx34 inches Zoe,
EACH
Bleached Table Dsmask, 6s-inch, Csc per
yard.
Bleachod Damask Napkins, g, the cloths
to match which have boen sold. Regularly
$50. Price So 90 per dozen.
Cut.work Scarfs. embroidered. 2Ox52
inches. Woro $3.50 Sl.75 and 81 90. Now
$100 each
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10


CHORTHAND.-In in this valua.
- bic art by experienced teacher. Gradu-
ate of two of the largest shorthand colleges
in the North. Seven years experience as
practical stcnographer. Standard system.
Terms reasonable. Glasses now forming to
commence September LIST. For particulars,
write or call at No. 42t north Alfred street,
after 6 D. No. E. SHOULTS.
aug67 .S&13.1415
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10
Muslin.
Ready-made-Bed

Ready-made-Bedwear.
Pillow Slips of Wamsutta and New Bedford
Muslins, at special price:
221ax36-n, Wamsutta, each 1Sc.
22l3x3S11-in. Wamsutta, each 19c.
24x3Sl2-in., Wamsutta, each Sic.
25x39l2.in., Wainsuuta, each 23c.
27x39lo-in, Wamsutta, each 24c
22l2x36.in., New Bedford, each zoe.
22la x3S-in., New Bedford each 21c
24x3Slo-in, New Bedford, each 23c.
25x3Sla- in, New Bedford, each 24c.
27x39lA-in., New Bedford, each 25c.
Good Muslin Sheets, 214x21a yds. 45c each.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10
STANDARD WOOL BLANKETS

At ABOUT HALF REGULAR PRICES.
They are subject to slight manufacturer s
imperfections such as an oil spot, a misplaced
border or a small snag caused in carding-
none of them injured enough to affect their
wear.
ia at $500. Regular price $3.50.
ia at $500. Regular price $1,000.
1914 at $6.25. Regular price $3.50
ia at SO 40. White and scarlet Regu-
lar price So 90.
10.4 at 1915. All WOOL Regular price
$500.
Miscellaneous sizes aud weights, including
half pairs, at proportionate prices.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10

T WILL CONTINUE TO SELL .FREsH
= COUNTRY MILK at my stand in the
market at 4 cents per quart, CREAM
10 cents per pint, and SKINNED MILK at
= cents per quart; also full limo of VEGE.
TABLES as cheap as can be had anywhere
else. CHICK EMS on hand all the time
Give me q call.
au7 st ]. G. PULLEN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10

A YOUNG LADY of some experience de-
~ sires position in private family to
teach ENGLISH, FRENCH AND MUSIC.
Small children preferred References given
and exchanged. Address Miss NELLIE
GRESHAM, Brays, Essex county, Va.
aup3 cow
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10
White Goods.

1000 yards Striped 0rgandie Lawn, all
white. Regularly 12l4c. Price sc per yard.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10

MONEY TO LOAN.-Money to loan in
NA large or small amounts, on Virginia
Real Estate. Loans on Farms specially.
+. L, VAN AUKEN,
1904 street, II. W. Washington, D. C.
sQp6 3ts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10

OUAKERsELF PAIsINa BUCKWHEAT
W and PANCAKE FLOURjust received by
]. C. MILBURN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-08-10

\ BEAUTIFUL assortment of Amoskeag
~ Dress Ginghams, just received to sell at
b &c, st A. G. SLAYMAKER'S.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1896-05-29
MEoSHo VALLEY,

&C. L. Arnold 10 the authorized reporter and
agent for the REGISTER at Neoeho Valley. Those
desiring 70 subscribe may do so through him, and
spy assistance rendered him in gathering the news
Of the neighborhood will be appreciatedO
George Thornton is again at home;
his latest return was from Kansas
City where he has been for some time
past.
We understand company of spec
ulators from Fl. Scott have bought A.
B. Vincil's farm and also the old Hays
place joining it on the West.
Although none sustained great
damage by the recent overflow of the
river, the destruction to potatoes,
truck patches and low places in corn
and wheat fields amount to consider
able.
We are pleased TO note the fact that
Levi Steele was successful in the
teachers examination held recently.
Marion Brown has moved in with
his father foreman until the institute
is held.
George Bolin has been so success
full in raising cabbage in small way
during the past two years that he
will put out about a hundred thous-
and this year.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1896-05-29
WEST SALEM.

! miss Effie Cleaver is the authorized reporter
and agent of the REGISTER at West Salem.
Those desiring to subscribe may do so through
her, and any assistance rendered her in gather
| ing the news of the neighborhood will be ap-
| preciated)
There was quite a crowd attended
the Y. P. C. U. Tuesday night. The
society was reorganizeo with Miss
Clark as president, and Master Earl
Arnold vice-president.
Miss Clemmis Bolin has been sick
the last week with chills and fever,
but is better.
Miss Josie Rush from Pleasant VAL
ley visited Thursday and Friday
with Miss Effie Cleaver.
In our last weeks items typo made
US say that Grandpa instead of Grand
ma Castater was sick.
We understand that the high,water
damaged quite a number of the crops
along the river.
Marshal Mosier spent Sunday in
Salem.
J. w. Brown and wife have moved
to his fathers to stay until normal be-
gins which will be the 8th of June.
They will attend at Yates Center.
Mr.. L. NJ. Mosier and wife visited
In the neighborhood last week.
Perry Peck and sisters Bertha and
Ivah went to Fit. Scott Saturday
night, called there by the death of
their cousin.
There was program given by the
Y. P. c. U. Tuesday night. Those
taking part were Misses Essie and
Emma Clark and Ella Brown and
Master Earl Arnold. There will also
be a program of recitatiOns next Tues
day night.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1896-05-29

Mr.. J. P. Remsburg has gone to
Dayton o. as delegate to general
Synod of Reform church from Wichita
classis.
The semi-snnual meeting ofthe Kan
sas State horticultural Society will
be held in lola on Thursday and Fri
day June 18th and 18th as noted else
where and none cannot afford to at
tend the entire session. Judge Well
house the "spple king" of the world
will preside at all the meetings. Sec.
Barnes will second all the transactions
and half dozen other members will
be present to instruct and entertain
us.
T. Fltzpatrick's eyes are very sore
again. He consulted the eye specialist
at lola but received no encouragement.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1896-05-29
NORTH MAPLE GROVE.

Miss Clara Jordan is the.authorized reporter
and agent for the REGISTER at North Maple
Grove. Those desiring to subscribe NAV do Sc
through her. and any assistance rendered mel
in gathering the news of the neighborhood Will
be appreciated)
Mr.. T. n. Funston went over to Els
more and remained a few days, last
week.
Rev. King preached at the school
house last Sunday.
Mr.. "Printer's" thoughts must have
been off on a bum when he made
F-e-t-h-e-r-n-g-i-l-I spell Tredway.
Mrs. Mary Croker returned Satur-
day to her home in Osawatomie.
Miss Clara Rowland and Miss Vide
Fetherngill visited at home Sunday.
Messrs. Steely and Nelson of Savon-
burg were detained few hours by the
water being so high. They were on
their way to Leroy.
Every body should be interested in
good music. Could it be improved
any at NJ. G. by having a new organ?
High water has damaged the crops
considerable.
The base ball nine failed to go to
Geneva as was expected.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1896-05-29
SPRING BRANCH.

(Mr Frank jackson lie the authorized reporter
and agent for the REGISTER at Spring Branch.
Those desiring to subscribe may DO so through MN,
and any assistance rendered him in gathering the
news Of the neiGhborhood will be appreciated.l
Mr.. Charles Colgin and Miss Flora
Clark, both well known and highly
respected in this neighborhood, were
united in marriage last Thursday.
We, with others, extend congratula-
tions. They will go to housekeeping
at Mr.. Colgin's home on the Usage.
Ben. Draper has been helping Jas.
Davis press his tame hay for some
time.
Bent Duncan and family visited
Oscar Drennan's one day last week.
Mr.. Shrigley is enjoying a visit
from his sister and brother-in-law of
Ohio, whom he has not seen for sew
years. They are somewhat surprised
to see how it can rain in Kansas.
There will be a straw berry social
at the Silver Leaf school house Tues
day evening June End. Everybody is
invited to come and have good time.
Proceeds to finish paying for the new
bell.
Mr.. Breckenridge, Mr.. Buffers new
partner, was buying fat hogs in these
parts Monday.
Deer Creek was higher Friday than
it has been for six years. The grow
ing crops have been damaged consid-
cradle.
Mr.. Pecht went up into the northern
part of the State last week, where
some of his relatives were killed by
the cyclone. At this writing he has
not returned.
On account of the scarcity of straw
berries an ice cream supper was given
at Rock Creek Tuesday night. A nice
time was had and about ten dollars
were cleared.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1896-05-29
GENEVA.

Miss Knowlton is the authorized reporter and
AGENT for the REGISTER at Geneva. Those desir-
ing 10 subscribe may do 30 through her, and any
assistance rendered her In gathering the news "
the neighborhood viii be appreciatedo
George Tippen has been spending a
few days with friends in Greedy.
Miss Lizzie White of Colony is visit
ing friends in our vicinity.
A number of our citizens have been
attending the Methodist Camp meet.
ings near the Palmer chnrch.
Silas Grissmore was in town Satur-
day on business.
Mr.. and Mrs. VIM. Irwin have gone
to Leroy to spend few days with
relatives.
VIM. Hyde's fractions team broke
a wheel of his buggy coming home
from lola Monday night.
The umpire must have been a mas
cot to the Geneva boys who went to
lola to play ball Monday.
Mr.. w. s. Roberts and son shipped
q ear load of cattle last week.