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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21
~e0ODs DELIVERED IN ALEX
dNDRIA.
" oodward & Lothrop
10th, nth & F Sts., n. w.
WASHINGTON. D. c.

The monument to mark the birth
place of Washington is now on barge
ut the Washington navy sard awaiting
shipment to Wakefield.
General Fitzhugh Lee denies any re-
lationship with the young man Carter,
who, as stated yesterday, eloped with q
Miss Dugro, OF Indianapolis.
The postoffice will close tomorrow
at $50 a. m. There will be one deliv-
cry at a. m. and two collections--one
at 6:30 u. m. and one at p. m,
In the public schools to day exercises
appropriate to Washington's birthday
were held. Toe exercises consisted of
readings, recitations and the singing of
patriotic songs.
A burning chimney on the First
National Bank building attracted some
attention this morning about balf-past
seven o'clock. The flames from it
mounted five feet in the air.
Rev. r. 81. McKim last night preach
ed very interesting and instructive
sermon at Christ Church where services
were conducted under the auspices of
the Brotherhood of St. Andrew.
The burning of chimney OF the res
idence of Mr.. w. F. Brookes at the
corner of Washington and Prince streets
this morning brought out part of the
fire department, but their services were
! not needed.
Last night while Mr.. B. c. Hill, of
Fairfax, was on upper King street some
one cut the chain of his watch. He re-
ported the matter to Lieut.. Smith and
while he was talking found the watch
in his own overcoat pocket.
The republicans of the county held
meeting Wednesday night at Arlington
Heights. The meeting was called by
the Young Mems Progressive Club OF
Arlington. The principal speech was
made by F. D. Lee, who eulogizsd the
candidacy of Speaker Reed for the
presidency land ]. 81. Harrison for del
egate from the 9th district, who sa d
that Virginia would send a solid dele
cation to st. Louis.
Mr. B. Henry Phillips is making consider
able preparations for the continuation of the
Washington aud Falls Church electric rail-
road from Arlington on to Falls Church. by
way of Ballston. in eariv spring. Mr.. Phillips
has his road running nov from kosslyn to
Arlington and is much pleased with his sue
cess so far.
The store of Mr. George Lee, at Difficult,
near Fairfax Courthouse caught fire isst Sat
| urday night, and the building and goods were
entirely destroyed. The store also contained
| the postofice, and all the mail matter, stamps,
etc., were burned.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21

The CITY Characterization J..
R. Cation, acting chairman, has called
a meeting of the committee on general
laws for Monday night to consider
the proposed amendment to the city
charter. The committee has engaged
the services of Col. F. l.. Smith and
Mr.. a. W. Armstrong to assist Corpo-
ration Attorney Brent and the commit
tee in preparing the amendment. Mr..
Cation will go to Richmond this even.
ing on business, and while there will
look at the various bills now before the
Legislature in reference to city charter
amendments with view to getting all
possible information that will aid in
preparing the Alexandria charter
amendment. The report of the com.
mittee will be submitted to Council at
the regular meeting on Tuesday night
next
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21

THE PARADE To-MoRRow.-To
morrow will witness a double celebra
ton; namely, George Washington's
birthday and the raising of flags or
the public schools of this city. Full
information regarding the marshals
and route of the parade have already
appeared in the GAZETTE. The parade
will start promptly at $50 p. m., and
upon It's return to Peabody school the
following exercises will be rendered, to
VIII Music by Friendship Cornet-Diun
Corps, Nearer My God To Thee"
followed by prayer by Rev. j. H;
Butler: singing, America" school
children; recitation, The Flag" c. P.
Chronigen, of Washington; Quartette
Rally Around the Flag" McCabe
Brothers of Washington; Music,
Columbia, Gem of the Ocean :" recita
ton, Star Spangled Banner" Capt. ],
Y. Davis; quartette, "Star-Spangled
Banner McCabe Brothers; flag pre-.
sentation by Rev. Mr.. Kern, of Del
Ray; acceptance of same by Capt. K.
kempcr, Superintendent of Schools (;
hosting and unfurling of flag; singing,
Red, White and Blue,n school chill
dreu address, I. a. Powers, of Wash
ington. D. c.; music, Rally Around
the Flag This will complete the
exercises at the school and upon re-
formation of the column it will
march to Hallowell school, where after
prayer by Rev. Fields Cook, and sing
Ing Of America" Mr. Lambert d.
Lyies will present the flag to the school
on behalf of the order. The flag will be
accepted by I. NJ. Watson, one of the
pupils of the school, after which
music will be rendered by the band,
and. to conclude the exercises there, an
address will be delivered by oGe of the
members of the order from Washington.
The column will again reform and
march to the New Opera House-the
heatquarters-where lunch will be
served the visitors and members of the
order. 1t is expected that those living
along the liue of march will decorate
their houses.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21
COMMON COUNCIL.

Ats called meeting of the Common Coun-
ell of the city of Alexandria, Va, held
February Doth. 1885, there were present;
Hubert Snowden, esq. President, and
Messrs. Thompson, Moore, Strider, Lstham,
Klaus, Beach, Cation and Uhler.
A communi alton from his honor, the
Mayer, conveniDg Council for the purpose of
taking such action as may be necessary to
meet the requirements of the recent decision
upon the validity of the 3'rd section of the
city charter, vas RECEIVED.
4 BAL TO amend The 33r,i section of the
city charter was referred to the Committee on
General Laws with authority 10 employ such
counsel as they may deem necessary to assist
in the PREPARATION of the proper bill for
passage by the Legisl ture.
The board then adj urn d
Teste: JNO. T. JOHNSON. Clerk
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21

The little daughter OF Mr.. Fred
Weber, Holland, Mass, had very
bad cold and cough which he had not
been able to cure with any thing. l
gave him % cent bottle of Chamber
lain's Cough Remedy, says w. P.
Holden, merchant and postmaster at
West Brimfeld, aud the next time l
saw him ne said it worked like a
charm. This remedy is intended es-
pecially for acute throat and lung
diseases such IS colds, Group and
whoopipg cough, and it is famous Tor
its cures There is no danger in giving
it to children for it contains nothing
Injurious. For sale by l.. Stabler & Co.,
Druggists.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21

The WORLDS FAIR GLASS BLOWERS
gave an elegant exhibition to q large
crowd at Schuler's Hall last night, OF
blowing and spinning glass. After the
distribution of presents to every one
present, an entertainment was given,
which was heartily enjoyed by all.
A large and handsome Turkish pipe
was awarded to the ugliest man-Mr.
Arthur Simpson. A large globe con-
tanning two large boats in full sail upon
the sea and lighthouse will be given
to the prettiest baby tonight. The
glass blowers will close their interesting
entertainments Saturday night, at
which time a handsome special priz
will be awarded. They will also give
an exhibition of weaving glass into
dresses, neckties, &c.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21
LOCAL BREVITIEs.

There will be meeting of the Ne.
tional Union at Good Templars' Hall
tonight.
The residence of A. S. Dove, two
miles from Fairfax C. H, was burned
together with its contents on Wednes-
day
A large masqueradiug party was out
last night and was entertained by Mr..
VIM. Glasgow at his home on south
Fairfax street.
w. R. Dulauey has sold to G. G.
Brooks house and lot on the south
side of oronoco street, between Patrick
and Henry, for 5000.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21

ACCIDENTALLY SHoT.-Grsce Bright,
a little girl. was to-day shot in the
right shoulder by her brother, Larry
Bright, at their home on Queen street,
between Columbus and Alfred. Larry
was arrested and taken to the station
house and his little sister was taken to
the house of neighbor where she was
attended by Drs. Purvis and Snowden.
Larry says he was playing with the
pistol, self-actipg revolver. when it
accidentally exploded. His little sister
was Immediately in front of him and
the bullet struck her in the shoulder.
His little brother was in the room at
the time, but their mother is at Fairfax
C. II. attending the Poss-Henry trial.
The wound is not thought to be dan
peronS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21

The BANQUET of the Business Mems
league Saturday night promises to be
Very successful aud interesting affair.
Odd Fellows Hall, on north Columbus
street, has been beautifully adorned for
the occasion and Mr.. George Appich,
who will be the caterer, is putting his
culinary powers into play TO see that
nothing which will add to its success be
omitted, The members will meet at
their rooms on the corner of King and
Washington streets at about seven
o clock and repair to the banquetlne
nall. Mr.. NJ. B. Harlow, President OF
the League, will preside and welcome
tue guest, and in his address will set
forth the aims of the association. MI.
r. f. Anderson will speak on "The Day
We Celebrate Senator Daniel will re-
snond to the sentiment ''Virginis;" Mr..
". F. Carne, "Alexandria, its Past,
Present and Future" and Mr.. h
hemper will read "Washington's Fare
we'll Address, All the Virginia Con-
gressmen and other prominent persons
have been invited to be present.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21

THE ODD OF FEBRUARY.-To-mor-
row, Washington's birthday, will be a
legal holiday. The banks and some of
the public Offices will be closed and the
postoffice will keep Sunday hou-s, but
business generally will be but little in
terrupted. The day will be celebrated
by the Junior Order of American Me-
cbanics according to the programme
heretofore published. Washington
Lodge of Masons will hold an informal
reception at night and the Business
Mems League will celebrate the anni-
yersary at their banquet that night.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21

The WEATHER AND THE RIVER
The weather last night was the coolest
of the year, the mercury dropping to
six degrees. The river at this city and
above is frozen entirely across and the
ice extends as far down as Maryland
Point. The Norfolk steamer arrived
this morning on time and was followed
by the Wakefield. But one of the fer
ny steamers, the Columbia, has been
running on the line since yesterday
evening. To-day the temperature has
risen considerably and mild weather is
predicted.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21
RED MEN-Osce,ls Tribe No. T.

RED MEN -Osceols Tribe No. L., I.
0 K. NJ he'd very large attendance
at their couccil last night, it being the
51st anniversary of its organization. In
short talk the origin of the order was
given as being in the year 1918. The
first council fire was kindled at Fort
Marlin, on the Delaware river, and 8
teachings were purely American. Pa
triotism gave it its first impulse and
proved a powerful agent for the gov
eminent in dispelling the gloom which
hung around the national horizon, oc-
casioned by the anti-war party at that
time. In 1885 the political organization
resolved itself into the improved order
and adopted as their principles Free
dom, Friendship and Charity. The
unwritten history of the adoption and
degrees of the order was given and ex-
emplifed by Past Great Sachem ]. P.
Lash.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21

A CHINESE ARREsTED.-Charley
Moy, accused by Sam Sing of sending
gu obscene and scurrilous letter con-
corning the latter's wife through the
mail, had a hearing before Mr.. ]. S.
Fowler, U. S. Commissioner, this after
noon After the letter was translated
by an interpreter and several witnesses
had been exemined, Moy was held in
the sum of $500 for his appearance on
the 26th instant, in order for him to be
able to disprove the charge. The ar
st was made by Deputy Marshal
Glover
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21

THE SOUTHERN FoUNDRY.-Mr NJ.
B. Harlow, president of the Business
Mems League, to-day received letter
from the owners of the Southern Foun-
dry at fredericksburg, which will
remove from that city, saying that they
did not think Mr.. H. could offer sufi.
Gent inducements for them TO come
here and that they are looking for a
larger city with larger facilities and
better railroad rates than Alexandria
could offer. Mr.. Harlow replied say
ing that the company could not locate
in any place which offered better and
larger facilities in this line than Alex
andria; that rates are satisfactory and
large quantities of southern iron are
received here every week for shipment
north He invited the members of the
company to come here and see for
themselves.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21

DECREE OF SALE.-In the Corpora.
ton to-day in the case ofthe Cleveland
Shipbuilding Co. VS.. Haskin Wood
Vuicanizing Co., decree for the sale
of the property of the defendant com.
pany in this city was ordered aud
Messrs. J. R. Cation and J. M. Johnson
were appointed commissioners of sale.
A suspension of the decree was allowed
for sixty days in order to allow defend
ants to take an appeal.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21
gerous,

THE YOUNG PEOPLES UNIoN.-The
Young Peoples Union of the Second
Presbyterian Church held an interest
ing meeting last night. The musical
programme was as follows: Vocal
duet, Miss Baggett and Miss Tyler; in
strumental duet, Miss Harrison and
Miss Sniedeger; piano solo, Mr.. Muir
ray; vocal quartette, Messrs. Dempsey,
While, Lambert and Kennedy. Mr..
K. Kemper complimented the young
people for the good work they were do,
ing and said their example was being
followed in many of the southern States
and that the rules governing the Alex
andria union were being adopted in
several of those States.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21

The Poss- HENRY TRIAL.-This was
the fourth day of the trial of Harry
Poss and Thomas Henry Tor assaulring
and robbing Alexander McClintock last
November. The court house at Fairfax
was crowded again to-day with spe c.
,ators and interest in the trial has in
no wise abated. Deputy Constable At
kinson came here last night for addi-
,ionai witnesses for the defense. He
left this morning with Cot. Nelson
Fred Schuer aud Mary Springsteel.
O.her witnesses also left on the train.
After the GAzETTE's report closed
Yesterday evening Mrs. Burnett was
mt on the stand. She said Poss and
Henry came to her place on the even
pgofthe assault, but neither had pack
ave; about Is minutes before a strange
negro came in, called for a drink and
offered a SO bill; she became suspicious
from his actions: he had package in his
hand, but did not have it when he left;
did not know what ne did with it; the
rprro was almost white aud had dark
n0nstache; about minutes after Poss
and Henry came in Officers TIGER aud
Crump arrested them; neither Poss nor
Henry went into the back room; q
short while after her little daughter
.,und pair of pantaloons behind a
chair in the sitting room; she gave
the pautaloons to her husband who
aye them to VIM. Webster; did not
.ea Webster that she saw Henry throw
taem behind the chair.
Henry Richards had heard McClin.
tock say in Rogers's store that he did
no. know whether the men who as
saulted him were white or black.
Sldncv Hamersly had never known
either Poss or Henry to wear NOUS
tacde.
Here the court adjourned until to-
day.
This morning Fannie Gaines testified
that coored girl rang at her door the
morning after the assault and told her
there was a pair Of shoes under the
steps. she sent them to the station
house by Frank Brawner. The latter
testified that he took the shoes to the
station house and delivered them to
Officer smith.
officer Atkinson testified ne was not
at the station house when the shoes
were brought there.
Richard Burnett testified to the same
effect. as did his wife, concerning the
strange negro, the package and the ten
dollar bill. He said he gave the panta-
looms to Constable Webster and told
him of the suspicious negro. He knew
Chichester and did not tell the latter if
ne would 90 to Fairfax and testify to
giving Webster the pantaloons he would
give him S.. He twas not that kind OF
man. and had always been honest and
upright in every particular"
d. Upfelder and Virginia Nelson
were the next witnesses, but their testl-
mony was not material.
Thos. Brent had seen McClintock
and the prisoners on north Royal
street on the morning OF the assault.
They all looked as though they had
been drinking. He declined an invita-
ton to drink with them.
Fred Schiller saw the prisoners about
SIX o'clock oa>the evening OF the day OF
the assault and spoke to them. They
We're on the corner of King and Fayette
streets. They were going in the direc
ton of the Stone Bridge.
The Court will hold session to-
night.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21
OFFICIAL.
BOARD on ALDER MEN.

Alta called meeting of the Board of Alder
men of Alexandria, Va, held February 20,
1896. there were present
VIM. H Marbury, esq, President, and
Messrs. Hayener, Burke, Ballenger, Hinken,
Davis and Sweeney.
A communication from the Mayor, giving
his reason for converting council, was received
from the Common Council, and their action
concurred in.
A bill to amend the thirty-third section of
the city charter was received from the Com
mon Council and their action concurred in.
The board then adjourned.
Teste: R.E. KNIGHT. Clerk.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21

ENTERTAINMENT entertain
ment given last nightin Good Templars'
Hall, on Fairfax street, was most graft
flying success both in point of attend
ance and the highly creditable manner
of those taking part in the programme.
Tue rendition of the different selection, S
called forth rounds of applause. II e
vocal and instrumental music by this
city's amateurs was most pleasing
feature ofthe evenings enjoyment.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21

PERsoNAL.-Mr. John Haislip and
Miss Annie R. Garrison were married
yesterday at the residence of Mr.. Silas
Denly in Fairfax county by Rev. ]. G.
Council.
Miss Mary ]. Dwyer left for Newark
n. j., this morning to see her uncle,
Rev. J. A. Rotchford, who lies ex.
tremely i'll at that place. Father
Rotchford is native of Alexandria
and is well known here and his illness
is sincerely regretted by his many
friends.
Mr.. Dennis Lawler. of Washington,
and Mr.. Joseph Lawler, of Norfolk,
were in the city to-day on visit to
their old home.
Mrs. Kinney Griffith is very ill at her
home on Duke street.
Miss Rebecca Dsingerfeld charming
ly entertained number of her young
friends at very handsome luncheon
on Tuesday evening last, which was
followed by progressive euchre, the
prizes being won by Miss Halle Knox
and Miss Nina Johns.
Mrs. F. Tuba, who has been serious
ly i'll, is improving.
Mr.. VIM. Steuernagel has returned
from Johns Hopkins Hospital greatly
improved in health. He will return 10
the hospital, however, for further treat
ment.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21

Y. M. 9. 1.-The arrangements for
the celebration at the Young Mems
Sodality Lyceum tonight have been
completed aud the affair promises to
be- success in every particular. The
decorations are very handsome, the
large United States flags, which the
Lyceum secured from the War Depart
ment recently, being draped in eVVGfy
conceivable shape. A very fine must
cal and literary programme has been
arranged and Mr.. M. B. Harlow will
be the orator of the evening. The
entertainment will close at midnight
with flag raising.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21

POLICE CoURT.-The following cases
were disposed of by Mayor Thompson
this morning:
Julia Finn, arrested by Officer Fer
guson for drunken aud disorderly con-
duct, WAS sent to the work house for
thirty days.
John Nelson, who had surrendered
himself after the shooting in his saloon,
was held for the action of the county
authorities.
Night Report.-Last night was clear
and cold. Two prisoners and seven
dodgers were at the station house.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21

Andrew Jackson Lodge of Masops
last night had as their guests several
Aasons from Washington City, Utah
aud Maine, who were entertained at
supper in the banqueting hall of the
temple after the lodge had conferred
Inc Master Mason's degree.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21

Bacteria do not occur in the blood or in
the tissues of a healthy living body, even of
man or the lower animals" So says the
celebrated Dr. Koch. Other doctors say that
the best medicine to render the boed perfect
" pure and healthy is Ayers Sarsapsrilla.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21

Attention is directed TO the advertisement
of j. B. Watkins s. Bro, cultivators of fruit,
ornamental trees, vines, etc
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-02-21
Alexs'sdri., 6nzette.
FRIDAY EVENING, FEB. 81. 1886
LOCAL MATTERS.

WEATHER PRoBABLIT1Es.-For this
lection Ia 7 aud warmer Tonight and Satur-
5ly; northerly winds becoming variable.