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The Forrest City times. [volume] (Forrest City, Ark.) 1871-1919, 1896-05-08

The different combats consisted of
leaping, the foot-race, wrestling,
throwing the discus Qile the modern
putting the shot'0, boxing, the pam
cratium, the penthathlum, chariot
racing, horse-racing, and the contests
of the heralds and trumpeters Most
of these were more or less varied. The
foot-races were for different distances.
and one,of them, that of the hoplites. or
heavy armed soldiers, was run in full
battle armor In boxing, the fists of
the contestants were wrapped in the
terrible cestus, glove of hide
loaded with metal, and its blow
was often fatal. The pancratium
united wrestling and boxing, but
without the use of the cestus. The
penthathlum was group of FIVE con-
tests-leaping, the foot race, throwing
the Quot or discus, throwing the spear
and wrestling. The prize winner must
excel in all. Chariot-racing was with
two and four horses, or even with
mules; and the running horse races
corresponded very closely with those
OF modern times. Boys of from IA to
IL also had contests. in all respects like
those of adults, except that the bows
did not use the cestus. In some cases
competitors still within the boyish
limit were permitted to do battle with
their elders; and these youngsters oc-
casionally secured the crown, even
in the severer contests of skill and
strength. &c. t. Ferris, in st. Nicholas.
Chance for Experiment
Have plants intelligence? Do they
ever think? These are interesting
questions that would have to be an
swered by the statement of an observer
of the ways of pumpkins and melons.
Says he: plants often exhibit some-
thing very much like intelligence. If
bucket of water, during dry sea-
son, be placed few inches from a
growing pumpkin or melon-vine. the
latter will turn from its course, and in
day or two will get one of its leaves
in the water" We do not vouch for
the truth of this, but if there be any
young gardeners among our readers it
might make an interesting experiment
for them next summer when they are
pursuing their avocation. -Harper's
Round Table.
The Forrest City times. [volume] (Forrest City, Ark.) 1871-1919, 1896-05-08

MADRID. May GA dispa'en - ,hs
Havana to the impartial says una NED a
Spanish cruiser Mercedes has cn 10 the
suspicious vessel supposed 70 asout
Bermuda which was hoverinE YES
the Cuban coast. The susp'c,o ..sdes
sell succeeded in eluding the Mef''
IN the darkness and disappeareu
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-12-21
AMOS B. SLAYMAKER
CAN'T YOUFINDIT

Then YOU have not called at E. J. Miller &
Co.'S We have never offered finer line OF
HOLIDAY NOVELTIES since we have been
in business We have line of Havuand
China in those dainty little things that take
the eye at once. Ask 10 see these sure A
beautiful line of Japaneseware. You can't
tell it from Dresden. Banquet Lamps aud
Oynx Top Tables. Cut GLASS; Bric-a. Brac,
Punch Bowls, Salad Sets, Coffee Sets, Delft,
Gold Ornaments and Dresden Globes. In
deed we csrnot enumerate the many things
we can offer you. And the price-well you
will be surprised Do US the Sindness to call
and see our line. We do not belong to that
class of merchants who complain of your going
to Washington If you can't find what you
want in our line, or you can't get as low a
price from us, then go by all means where
YOU can get it. But We do claim that you
Should first see what we can offer you, both
in price and in the article itself. Don't wait
until .he last moment. Come and see US to-
morrow. Will set aside anything you desire
until Christmas Eve, only asking small dc.
posit on articles of which we have no dupli.
Gates to prevent losing sales If not con-
venient for you come in the day, remember
onr store is open every night. Dealers may
claim that they can sell you the same things
wa have. 1t is not true. NOT A STORE
IN TOWN HAS A DUPLICATE OF DUB
STOCK OF FANCY GOODS. EXCLUSIVE
STYLES Don't be content to buy some
thing inst like you neighbor's. BUY SOME
THING PRETTIER. 1t is our sim to please;
kindly give US the opportunity to prove it.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-12-21
HOLIDAY GOODS.
Great Sale Of Toys
AT THE BIG
TOY DEPARTMENT.
FIFTY SALES PEOPLE ENGAGED FOB
THIS GREAT SALE.

We guarantee you saving of twenty to
| twenty five per cent. if you will purchase
your Holiday Goods at home We have pur.
| chased an enormous stock and have an end.
less variety of Toy and Fancy Novelties that
should attract the attention of the Alexandra
public
Large Tree Ornaments Sc, lie and 29c a
dozen.
Bisque Dress Dolls, long hair, at o..
Large Eisque Dolls, closing eyes, curly hair,
at 25c
Jointed Kid Body Dolls, bisque face, curly
hair, shoes and stockings, at 49c.
French Dolls, natural wig, moving eyes,
shoes and stockings, 27 inches long, at 81. 10.
Horses and Carts. loaded with picture
BIO ks, at 21c.
China Tea Sets. 8 pieces at 4Sc set.
Decorated China Tea Sets, % pieces and
spoons, at 25c
Britannia Tea Sets at &c, lac, 23c 49c
and CSC
Large Wooden Bed Room Suits, consisting
OF bed, table and two chairs for 25c
Iron Freight Cars, 2 cars. tender and en-
CINE, Iron Fire Engines, Pu"kboards Pony
Carts. Donkey Carts, etc. Choice of the lot
for 23c.
Iron Passenger Trains, . cars, tender and
engine, for 25c
Iron Trains, Grocery Wagons Handsome
Cabs Trolley Cara Coal Carts and Steamboats,,
all made of malleable iron, a 41c.
Large Iron Fire Engines, Express Wagons
Hook and Ladders Passenger and Freight
Trains, all 81 toys, for 79c.
Large Magic Lanterns at 49c and Csc
arge Noah's Arks, filled with animals,
at sc.
White Iron Stoves large size, at 45c.
Mach aninol Riorclns Juhbar tires at 49c
and Csc
Black Woolly Dogs at 19c.
Pewter Parlor Sets, upholstered in plush. 4
pieces for 25c.
Brass Bueles worth 81 at 19c.
Granite Wash Se,s 3 pieces for 25c.
Bissell's Carpet -weepers for 23c.
Pewter Baby Carriages for Sc.
RJ-For a foil description of our Toy Sale
get one of our Toy Catalogues. Look for one.
They will be out this week.
ny We allow a discount of / 5 per cent. on
ali purchases for Fairs, Sunday Schools and
Charitable Institutions.
IMME ENsE SALE OF KID GLOVES AND
H4NDK ERCHIEFS.
SOC Queen Anne ace Handkerchiefs for
25c
19c, 2lc and 25c Fine Embroidered Hand.
kerchiefs for 121hc.
lSC LaOleS flaiH w MIC Llueu hoUSlilCu'
cd Hapdkerchiefs for 12l5c
10c Ladies Plain White and Bordered
Handkerchief for &c.
15c Embroidered Silk Handkerchefs &c.
Cbildren's Handkerchiefs, 6 in box, 25c
Ladies and Children's Haudkerchiefs 1c.
Gents Linen Handkerchie:s, tape bordered
for 10c.
Gents Linen Handkerchief, 6 in fancy
box, for 79c
Gents Initial HandkerchiefS for 12lbc.
81 Ladies Kid Gloves, 4 button for 69c.
Ladies 8. t ook & id Gloves, black and tan,
for 75c.
Ladies' White and Butter Color Kid Gloves,
black sitchings (guaranteed) for CSC.
A guaranteed Glove, button or lace, black
ard tan, for Csc.
Gents Dress Kid Gloves, every pair guar
anteed, for 81 10.
MaS-A ha dsome fancy box given swith
every pair of Gloves and every 75c purchase
in Handkerchiefs.
% lae%5s,,4zs.u. &d95@ d95sn,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-12-21
Miscellaneous.

Metal pin trays, 10c to soc; Metal boxes
for matches, hair pins safety pins, etc, soc
Metal jewel boxes, soc up: Manicure sets, in
trays and boxes, 7Sc up; Inkstands, 25c.up;
Pocket match safes, 25c up; Smokers Sets,
SOC and up; Metal covered perfume bottles,
35c up; Hand mirrors, 25c up; Stand mir
rors, So 25c up Knick- -knack boxes, 12c up /;
Ash receivers 19c up; Picture frames, 19c
up Odor stands, 75c up; Comb. brush and
mirror sets. 81 25 up Scrap baskets, 35c up;
Fancy baskets. 1Oc up; Work baskets, 35c
up; Satin lined work baskets, SOC up; Leath'
er purses, Sc to soc; Pocket books, 19c to
$780, Combination card cases and pocket
books, 25c to 80 %: Card cases, 6Oc 10
So IS; Letter cases, SOC to So; Writing t,d tab
lets ySc to So Chatelsine bags, SOC TO 93'
Shopping bags, SOC to 50; Travelling satcheis'
81 40 to 81 90.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-12-21
Old Pcople.

Old people who require medicine TO to
requisite the bowels and kidneys WILL
gnd T1 the True renedy in Electric Bltters;
this medicine does not stimulate ana
oo0tains no whisky nor other into1i'
GIsn', but acts as tonic and Alternative.
!. :: acts mildly on the stomach and bow
sa', adding strength and giving tone
" ,H .Ae organs, thereby aiding Nature IN
T 1Se Performance of the functions.
;.ec'Flc ,;.c Bltters is an excellant appee-
Ana SS and aids digestion. Old People
p-a T-S 1t Just exactly what they need.
ia os &c ntty cents and S1.00 per bot
a. L. l. Alleu's Drug Store.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-12-21
The CHRISTMAS SPIRIT.

We must not allow ourselves to for
get Inc true Christmas spirit" writes
Eiward w. Box of The Christmas
That Lies between" in the December
ladies' Home Journal. ''It will bring
happiness to others. To some the day
will this year bring other than happy
thoughts or memories. Sorrows are
harder TO bear on fest days than at any
other time. But no sorrow should
crush the Christmas spirit from our
hesrts. It is not in the amount that
We do, or are able to do, that we shall
find happiness for ourselves and for
others. The simplest pleasures and
sets ofttimes make the hearts of others
oyerhowing with happiness. To fail to
do something because you cannot do
much is wrong. What seems ever so
triaing to you may make some little
heart sing all day long, which but for
you might pass the day without note
of happiness. Don't grow impatient of
the Christmas myrth or legend. Keep
it alive. God knows that we have few
enough ideals in these investigating
davs of ours. Let US not disturb the
Christmas traditions. It is duty to
ourselves to keep this day as unlike
any other. And we can only do this
by flaming into flame the smoulderiug
embers of the Christmas spirit which is
iu each one of US God implanted il
there. It was good that we should have
it. or He would not have given it to US.
In childhood the fire burned brightly
enough within US; in old age the light of
Christmas will reflect in our faces and
onr natures. But in the mean time we
must keep the spirit alive so that it
NAV glow the warmer and softer In old
age. Let us have an old.time merry
Christmas this year-a real, old-fash-
ioned, happy one. Let us make every
body forget that there is anythingi In the
world but good fellowship and happy
laughter. To the sick let US bring for
eetfulness of pain; to the sorrowful, the
sweet balm of happy smile; to the
aged, loving thoughts OF consideration;
to the poor, suggestion of the greater
material Dlessi gs which are ours.
Then, as we briug light to other eyes,
color to other Cheek, happiness to 9TH
er hearts, we shall be happy ourselves,
The Christmas spirit will keep alive
with US. Our years must be spanned,
not with Christmas at either end, but
with an unbroken bow Of happy Yule-
tides. the centre brighter wen than the
beginning and the end. Living mem
ories must intertwine and link together
the golden curl and the snowy lock.
Then we will live in the full richness OF
the Christmas tnat lies between the
Yuletide of the present, the Christ'Day
that is now and here"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-12-21
IrWelrY and Silver Novelties.

Paper Cutters, Files and Hooks, with ster-
ling silver handles, Toe each.
Sterling Silver Umbrella Clasps, 25c.
Nail Polishers S1.25. 81 10 and 81 so.
Jewcled Hat Pins, 49c, Toe and Csc.
Lorgnette Chains, sterling silver and rolled
plate, Csc 10 S4.9S.
Mems Chains, S1.49 to $2.96.
Link and Lever Cuff Buttons, 75c to S1.25
pair.
Baby Pins. 25c. soc and 75c pair.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-12-21

COULDN'T WAKE MAMMA.-When
Michael MCGOWAN, of Newark, left his
COW little home Friday morning to
90 to work he left his young wife, Har
-iet, in ner usual good health, but
when he returned to the MONDAY meal
he found her q corpse. She had sue
cumbed to heart disease while prepar-
Ing her husbands luncheon.
at the time Mrs. MCGOWAN was
stricken there was no one in the
house with her but her three-year-
old daughter Hazel This tot did not
realize that there there was anything
wrong, and the attack was so sudden
that the woman barely had time 10
drop on lounge in the dining room
There she expired few moments later.
When MCGOWAN rushed into his apart
uents with q bright smile on his face
and cheering helloa be was not an
swered. The kettle was singing merrl-
ly or the stove, but he heard no other
sound. Looking into the dining room ne
saw little Hazel sitting at the head OF
he lounge gazing intently into the
face of her mother, who appeared to be
81 sleeping.
But there was a pallor on his wifs's
81 81 face that startled MCGOWAN. Rushing
81 to the side of his PROSTATE wife, he
81 cried
a Harriet Harriet Speak to me J"
w But the only reply came from llttlt
Hazel, who said:
Papa, tan't wake mamma up"
McGowan waited for no more. Rusn
lug TO a neighbor, he notified her ano
then ran for DR.. Mills. When the doc
tor arrived he declared Mrs. McGowar
dead.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-12-21
Alexanslris 0azests,
srslIsHED DAILY AND rsI-wEEKLY at
o.,ette Building. $40 Il S12 Prince st.
TERMS:

All ,rSusieut advertisements must be paid for
II ,icsnce
rontrsc, sdvertisers viii not be SLOWED to ex.
reed .aeir space unless the excess is paid for
a. transient rates and under no circum-
stsnces viii they be allowed to advertise
o,har thsr their Legitimate business in the
,pste contrscted for.
Nsrrsge snd death notices must be paid for
ID stvSnce.
R,soludons in memoriam, Of thanks, tributes
Of re,pect resolutions adopted by societies
~ persons, unless of public concern will
only TO printed in this paper as sdvertise-
msuts.
The GAzErrE office i5 connected with the
Telephone Exchanges. Advertisements, or.
der for the paper, news or any information
or business csn be sent by telephone.
rgn,ered ST the Postoftice Alexsndris, Virgin.
H. IS second-class matter.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-12-21
Stationery

Full line CT Papeteries, put up in fancy
boxes, 10c to 81 a box.
Mourning Papeteries, two widths of bord.
ers. 25c a box
Dennison's Imported Crepe Tissue Paper,
10 feet rolls, all shades, 25c roll.
Writing Tablets, &c to 1Sc each.
Ulster Linen Paper, octave and commercial
sizes, 15c pound. Envelopes to match, DC
package.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-12-21

Onyx Tables, of wrought brass with Onyx
slabs, So IS to $40: Onyx and Brass Piano
Lamps.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-12-21
HOLIDAY TRADE.

Mixed Nuts,
New Citron,
Layer Basins,
New Currents
Valencia Raisius,
Nelson's Gelafine
Italian Maccaroni,
Atmore's Mince Meat,
MADEIRA.
Bass & Co.'s Ale
Cooking Brandy,
French Prsndy,
Pure New England Rum,
Jamaica and st. Croix Rum,
French and American Sardines.
COOKING Wine, very old Sherry.
Scotch Whisky & Pure Old Rye.
Mumm & Co IS Extr. Dry Champagne
Ackron Oat Meal and Rolled Oats.
Hecker's Self.Ii5ng Buckwheat,
Portner's t4ndari Beer,
Guinness Stout.
Formers Hof brau Beer,
Olive Oil, Mixed Pickles, Sweet Pickles and
canned Goods
al Il. lowest prices,
w. a. JOHNSON & CO..
decl2 Corner Royal and Cameron streets.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-12-21
ii JLIDAY GOODS.
LANSBURGH Il BRO.

" 'NiNOW W.
You have been dealing with
US tor so many years. Our
dealings have always been
satisfactory, at least we con-
clu Is this from your uninter-
rup / patronage. We have
now arranged matters so
we can have your packages
delivered right at your door
the same day you purchase
them.
CHRISTMAS GOODS
of every desirable kind are
here. We will lay aside any
article and deliver it when
you specify. This is for your
convenience, as you can
now shop without being
jostled against.
FOR NEW YEARS.
All the hnery needed for
your toilet all the different
wears for your dresses !;
noon too soon to buy your
dressmaker must have a
little time.
ENGRAVED CARDS.
Your name engraved on cop
per plate and 50 CARDS for
Soc. Order now will be too
busy later on. Work guar
anteed.
If inconvenient order by
mail any goods you may
need. No order too small
for us to fill.
LANSBURGH & BRO,
42o. 42o, 424, 42o Seventh ST.,
Washington, D. c.
dec1O2w
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-12-21

5mcVT VIOLET PERFUMED AN; N;
SWiEoEMn1 This Ammonia being psrfu,med
- NJ found after using, to have ts0 the asss Ps
el smell of ordinary ammonia. II b.n is
sos5s tonsS' not ss chap hspr9 Or
tSass Sis s. e pus asd
le lesVes Ss the desired SdGs daGgFIEIp Il HALL
By co- Prince and Fairfax ssfe'''.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-12-21
Perfumery. Etc.

Genuine 4711 Cologne, 2oc, 4Oc and 95c
bottle.
Pinauds French Extracts, all new scents.
75c bottle
Pinauds Aurora French Cologne, in 4-oz.
bottles SOC each.
Pinauds Toilet Water, SOC bottle1
Best Imported Bay Rum, 25c half.pint,
soc pint, 90c quart.
Triple Extracts. al of the sweet smelling
essences, 35c an ounce.
Imported and Domestic Toilet Sosps.
Imported and Domestic Atomizers, 25c to
$3.50 each.
BedWear.
Head Rests, Fancy Rolls and Pillows and
Cushions complete assortment covered with
India Silk Satin. japanese Creepe, Silka!ine
and Satine, at prices that make sensible gifts.
Elder Down Spreads Wrapper and Bed
Blankets, Italian Silk Rugs, Linen Lunch and
Dinner Sets, Spatchel Centers Bureau scarfs,
Fancy Towels, Doylies Tray Cloths and Nap.
kins, Linen Pillow Shams, Brown Linen and
White Cotton, Duck, Laundry Bags, Collars
and Cuffs and Shoe Bags.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-12-21
PROPER FOR PRESENTS.
Umbrellas.

UuUlClldO.
26.inch English Gloria Umbrellas, with
natural handles, 75c and 81.
2S.inch English Gloria, natural sticks, 81
26.inch silk Gloria Umbrellas, with Dres-
den, Mourning, French Horn and natural
handles, S1.50. 49,
28.inch Silk Glorias, with. natural handles
$3.50.
26 and 2S.inch Umbrellas, with novelty
mountings So to $12.
HandkerChiefS.
Ladies' Embroidered Handkerchiefs, 1212
to SIS.
Ladies' Pure Linen Initial Handkerchiefs,
121bc 25c and SOC.
Mems Pure Linen Initial Handkerchiefs,
Ladies' Japanese Silk Initial Handkerchieis,
1850 and 25c each.
Mems Japanese Silk Initial Handkerchiefs,
25c, Soc 75c and ST..
Ladies' Emb. oidered Silk Handkerchief,
121ac to $1.75.
Silk Muffiers, lots of patterns and colors
Children's Handkerchiefs, in fancy boxes,
25c to SOC a box.
Ladies' Handkerchiefs in fancy boxes 50
and S2.25 box.
Mems Handkerchefs, in fancy boxes, 81, to
S3 box.
Mems Furnishings.
Fancy and Embroidered Suspenders, every
pair in box, 81 80 to SD.
Mems Half-Hose, 13c to 81 pair.
Latest style Linen Collars 10c and Linen
Cuffs 15c pair.
Mems Neckwear, newest styles, 25c to
$3.50
Mems Underwear, SOC to S5 each piece.
Gloves.
The best makes of Kid, Silk and Woolen
Gloves, for Men, Women, and Children.
Fancy Dress Goods.
Black and Colored Silk Dress Patterns soc
Csc, 75c. 81, SIP $1:50 and 81 yard
Holiday Dress Patterns, boxed for giving,
all wool and silk and wool, 1928, $3.50, 81
and $5 each.
43.inch Wool Plaids, regular 75c quality.
for SOC yard.
38-inch Silk and Wool Plaids, latest effects,
75c yard
DOmeStiCS.
Christmas Calicos 90 yards in each pat
tern) 65c.
Cotton Toy Patterns-Monkeys, Dolls, Dogs,
Elephants, Cats, Santa Claus, etc, Sc each.
Ladies' and Children's Cloaks, Furs, Shirts
Shawls, Corsets and Wrappers.
Persi IN Cashmere 10 yards in patterns)
81.
Holiday Cnintzes, 40 yards to pattern)
81.
Sea Island Percales in the new patterns,
1910 yard.
LaceS, Etc.
Black Spanish Lace Scarfs and Fischues 81
to SIS each Real Duchess Lace Handker-
chiefs, 75c to $50 each.
Lace Collarcttes and Boas, 75c to 81 each
Hosiery, Etc.
Silk Elastic Carriers, with buckles and rib-
bon bows, in fancy boxes, 5Oc, 75c, ST., 81. .25,
$1.5O and So pair.
Black and Colored Silk Hosiery, in fancy
boxes, 81 to $50 pair.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-12-21

TUsT RECEIVED complete line of Pro
u fessor ]. J. Georges SCIENTIFIC PRE-
PARATIONS FOB THE FEET, including
his Patent Instep Cushions for high and low
shoes, Corn and Bunion Shields, etc. FoI
sale by E.S. LEADBEATER & SONS.
Ask for Pamphlet on Pedislogy.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-12-21

Down Pillows, all style and prices.
There is nothing pleases the little girl:more
than 70 awaken Xmas morning and find among
her presents DOLL. Come and see our line
We have all sizes and styles, Kid Bodies,
Bisque Bodies Stuffed Bodies, at prices which
must be recognized 80 the lowest evcr heard
of. Also Building Blocks, Ten Pins, ETC., etc.
All the goods such as we have been adver
tsing for the past two weeks can be bought
at the same low prices.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-12-21
HANDKERCHIEFs BY THE HUNDRED.
Prices as Follows:

ITlCeS as COlIONS.
Ladies' embroidered Handkerchief, 5 to
12c
Ladi s Pure Linen Handkerchiefs, 121a
to SOC.
Ladies' japanese Handkerchief, 1219 to
25c.
Mems Pure Silk Handkerchiefs, 25c, 50c,
Toe and 81 90.
Ini ial Bandkerchiefs, 10, 25 and soc.
Childrens Handkerchiefs 3, 8 and 1Oc.
POCKET BOOKS AND CARD CASES.
We must not omit the interesting part-at cost
GLOVES.
Protect your hands from cold and your
pocket book from high prices. Every glove
want can bs satisfied here and every taste
MEMS FURNISHINGS.
Su,penders at all prices.
Ties bows and scarfs, in largo variety, 25c
to soc.
Half hose. Were 25c. Now 121ac.
Latest styles Linen Collars, 1Oc.
Cuffs, 15c.
Great reduction in Mems Underwear.
Large variety of handsome Umbrellas, at
popular prices
Silks for presents are most acceptable gifts.
We have the most exquisite shades and pat
terms.
Reduced prices rule in the Coat Department
Everything at half prices.
Ali Silk Windsor Ties Were 25c. Can be
bought from US now for 15c.
Our Carpets and RUgs which are the very
latest, can be bought for comparatively mere
nothing. =.
What a besutiful present Down Quilt
makes. We have them at prices rarely
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-12-21
L.BicIbpr g&So||
THE MAGNETIC CORNER.
HAPPY XMAS TINES ARE HERE, OR
so NEAR, THERE Is NO TIME
TO BE LOST IN CHOos-
ING GIFTS

We can furnish you with pretty gifts at
way down prices. In order to dispose of our
stock and have the people come our way, we
have TO better all others. Our prices will
surely bring you.
The Hocking sentinel. [volume] (Logan, Ohio) 1871-1906, 1896-06-04
MURRAY CITY.

MURRAY CITY, June 2, 1896.
On May 30th, just at the hour
when the afternoon marries itself to
the evening, o. w. H. Wright, of
Logan, began his memorial address at
the M. f. Church. He was fired
with enthusiasm and spared no effort
to highly entertain his hearers. HIS
Grafton was just glorious and grand.
He scared in eloquence and painted
the graves of the dead in rainbows
of flowers. When he addressed the
old soldier and lauded him for what
he dared, suffered and sacrificed, and
the many who died on the battlefield,
he grew eloquent in thought, lofty
in sentiment and patriotic in soul.
1t brought back "reminiscences of the
past which moistened eyes with tears,
melted hearts with sympathy and
thrilled the soul with love of country,
home and valor. He painted his SEN
tences in rainbow colors and gilded
the dome of heaven with halo of
glory that shone around the spirits of
the dead soldiers whose names We
commemorate and whose graves we
moisfen with tears aud cover with
flowers on memorial day. The flow
ers are tender tokens of the living to
the dead. They express more than
words can tell, sacred emblems of
the resurrection from the dead. They
are plucked by wooers on May Day
and boquets are sent by parents to
their children, by coxcombs to their
sweethearts, by friends to brides and
grooms as an expression of innocence,
friendship and purity Of life. May
every heart be SO pure, home so
pleasant, affections so tender, love so
true, that wreaths, festoons, tassels
and curtains of flowers may entwine
and bind the souls of all Americas
people into unit of patriotism, citi-
zenship and christianity that they
will ever hold Memorial Day so sa-
cred that they will never fail to drop
a tear Oh every heroes grave and pay
a tribute of sympathy to the living,