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The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-01-25

SAN FRANCIsCO-Mme Modjeska;
whose taste for ''farewells" is exceeded
only by PATHS, Will begin California
season here to-day. Her leading man WIZ
be Joseph Haworth For several years
Nine. Modjeska has been living on ranc-
In the southern part of the State. she
may play in interior cities of the State II
successful here.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-01-25
TODHT'S FEATURES.
Cuba.


Attempted capture of Weyler denied in
Madrid.
The captain general sends out another
pacification story.
Capture of Santa Clara confirmed by
travellers direct from Cuba.
General Roloff to be tried in Baltimore.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-01-25

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.-James F. NC
Clure Will be the star witness wheh 'he
case against the Pipe trust comes up III
the United States court here to-day NC
Ciure was a telegraph operator and stenog-
rerber for the Chattanooga Pipe and Fonn-
dry company. and he has furnished the
government with a copy of all correspond J.
once relating TO the operations of the trust
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-01-25

cnccd Tonight at 10 o'clock the local
weather reports IS above zero aid still
failing
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-01-25

Dallas. Texas, January A.--rhc coolest
snap OF the winter began here last night.
Since ,hon 1t has e,ea lilly grown colder
tin at II o'clock tonight the THERMOMETER
* only Il degree above zero, II Is Thought
the mercury viii touch zero by morning.
Snow has boon falling all day
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-01-25

Twontv-frst anniversary OF the New
York railroad branch OF the Young Men
Christian Association. Chauncey NJ de-
pew delivers q speach.
WaNahachle after the Santa re railroad
Mr., Green goes TO Dallas, but refuses TO
talk about his plans.
Troatlsc on tho 2-cont legislation.
Death of Livestock Agent Barbce.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-01-25

Tho governor may veto tho new district
court bill for Harris county.
Measure Introduces to tax brewefics ac-
cording to their capacity.
Senator Wayland's bill to regulate the
foes of officers.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-01-25

NEW YORK-"The First Gentleman %,
Europe" by Frances Hodgson burnet aha a
George Fleming, will be produced at the
Lyceum theater today, The play Is a
story of love and intrigue in the days wnen
George " was prince of Wales, ano a
number of incidents characteristic o, me
time of the last of the Georges help ~, w
make it effective. James X. Hackett WI,
rIav the role Of the prince. and MISS NAY
MsnnerinG, Felix Morris and other mem
hers of the Lyceum Stock company
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-01-25
FROM LAKES TO GULF
Blizzard Sweeps Over Mississippi
and Ohio Valleys.
WAS THE COOLEST DAY FOR YEARS.
Thermometer Fell Rapidly.- Trains
Were Delayed by Snow.
AS THE COOLEST DAY FOR YEARS.
MUCH SUFFERING IN CHICAGO.
to Death - Numerous Cases OF
Frozen Hands and Feet.

Chicago. January "a ng TO the
records of the weather Z this was
the coolest day in Chical z - twenty-five
years. At no time since p lcago sta
ton has been established r. = here been
SO low maximum temp 20 recorded.
1T was n steady cold, Til Varia-
ton of but -four degrees 20
The suffering among tn : classes
Is intense and number Z : of desti-
tuition were reported TO Il 2 :. c.
AT Grand Crossing thirt families
with eighty-eM children ound in
their poorlyprotectcd no liable to
caro- for themselves.
Ears noses aud hands were whiscnod
and benumbcd by the cold. They are cared
for aud physicians summoned to render re-
lief. In South Chicago five fanilics were
found actually freezing to death They
were also removed 10y the police to warmer
quarters, whore proper treatment was
given them, \ number OF other casos Mort
| found in other parts of the city. To ale
| the poor on account Of extreme severity
| OF the weather the county coal contractor
delivered four hundred loads OF coal 10
destitute families. Food and clothing
| were given out Up to II o'clock ionigh
| there were between fifteen aud nineteen
| eases reportct to the pole Of people brinl
| found in tho streets suffering from fruhei
hands fcots, ears and noses, OF TN sse
two or three are In serious condition
ONLY one death from cold WAS reported
that of child.
| BY midnight he thermometer roEistere
| II degrees below. having dropped I'VE de
grccs since 5 o'clock. The cold is mad
more intense az 1t is accompanied by
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-01-25
GENERAL observations.

Observable taken by the United Staten
weather bureau at y. m. 10Th meridian
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-01-25
nL,xxA,,D IN TEXAS.

Paris. Texas. January 2i.-A fierce biz
yard has boon blowing here all day ana to-
n,rht II Is begiowng to snow heavily, IL
is do c.dcdly the worst weather or the sea-
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

POLICE CoURT,-Mayor G. L. Ssmp-
son presiding.-The following cases
were disposed of this morning
VIM. Geary and Alphonso Arlington.
arrested by Officers Proctor and Sher.
WOOD charged with vagrancy and with
stealing from ]. G. Milburn, were given
81 days each in the work house.
Duck Braxton, colored, arrested by
Officers knight and Belts, for being
dlsorderly and fighting, was fined
81 so.
Henry Majors, colored, arrested by
Officer Proctor charged with stealing a
COW from Edward Clark, was dis
missed.
Mack Lucas, colored, arrested by
Officers Howson and Goods charged
with stealing, was fined S. or given 20
days on the chain gang.
John Williams, colored, charged
with being disorderly and fighting, was
fined 81 so.
Malissa Piper. arrested Officer Hall
charged with pilfering, was given 80 in
the work house.
JAS. Williams. arrested by Officer
Atkinson for fighting on the wharf on
SUNDAY, was fued 50 so.
Night Report. night was clear
and cool. Five prisoners and ten lodg.
were at the station house.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

n..n,ov,T-Mr. aud Mrs. Theo. W.
I'm, pH have returned from their we'd
b Pgs'l rip to New York.
an T. ~. ]. Il Alexander and Chas. A.
s.. -, left here to day for Petersburg
o,'-, a',t49d the meetings of the Grand
~ @, o.. Masors and of the Grand
CC.lmntn,4pd4rv Knights Templar.
S w. G. F. wilkins is quite sick at his
IN. wa in lower Fairfax county.
"' 5Ir L.oaard Marbury is confined to
ri. nome ny sickness.
u Mr.. Robert Bsverly, of Fauquier, is
ID ~ ~ Ioan W. avery has returned to
- c;,y nfter ten days visit in Rich
, ~, AID Is stopping at the Exchange
M NJ + u Wyatt, special Supreme
n.n9ty of me Ffaternal Mystic Circle,
I'll he in tie city on Monday next in
o-i-r 10 meet with the members and
U 5ow Inc secret work of said order.
Mrs Lennon. wife of Rev Joseph G. Len
~, sr1 wlo recently came to this city from
w., ,99..b is seriously Ill at the residence
IN. .,o lir Charles G. Lennon. She is
lin -. f.on the effects of an operation re-
,-n.l5 pc formed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

A SAD AFFLIorIoN.-The many
friends of Mr.. and Mrs. Louis @. Barley
will regret to learn of the death OF
their FIVE year old daughter, Mary,
which occurred at the home of her
parents last night. The little one was
found to be suffering a few days ago
from diphtheria and subsequently Mrs.
Barley contracted the disease. While
the dreaded complaint caused some
anxiety tho small ratio of mortality
caused by it recently led to the hope
that the means employed would event.
ually prove efficacious. But last night
the little girls condition became grave
and her death soon followed. TO add
TO the distress of the family. Mrs. Bar
ley is still suffering from the disease.
Their many fiie1ds sincerely sympa.
thizs with them in their affliction.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

WEDDING.-The home of Mr.. and
Mrs Malachi Thompson. ct Herndon,
vas the scene of a pretty wedding last
evening, the contracting parties being
Miss Ruth Lee, Youngest daughter Of
Nr. and Mrs. Thompson, ard Mr.. Viii.
Lam 7. Penn, the Young Third ward
grocer Of this city. The parlors were
prettily decorated for the occasion and
large company was present. Rev.
Mr. c option, of the Episcopal Church
Ollhe village, performed the ceremony,
si:er " hich the bride was extended
good wishes and the groom the congrat.
uistions of those present. Later the
guests were invited into the dining
loom where a sumptuous repast was
served. Mr.. and Mrs. Penn will make
their home in this city, and will to-
hight meet their numerous friends at
the home of the brides brother, Mr. B.
". Thompson, on north Pitt street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

OPERA HoUsE.-The Tommy Sheart r
Company will commence weeks per-
gegement here Monday night. A fea-
ture that has been greatly admired
and appreciated is the overcoming of
the tedious waits that usually occur
between acts by introducing number
of high class specialties, making the
performance continuous. The company
is said to be one of the strongest that
has ever played in this city. The play
chosen for the opening night is mill
tary drama entitled GA Prisoner of
War;" with new specialties between the
acts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

U4soyIc-Tne Grand Lodge OF Ma
.,,s q Virginia will meet in Richmond
80 80 T5s-,!ay. A matter of interest to
~. :" tratsrDily is she celebration of the
..ofeHui. OF the death of General
[;s5r.e Washiogtor, December IA, 1899,
w5ca was proposed some two years
~, r TIE Grand Lodge OF Colorado,
Vi + The request that thu Grand Lodge
4 Virginia saould take charge of the
.lm4. all the other grand lodges con-
trimming 10 the cost OF carrying It out,
and 10 be represented 90 that occasion
nv their respective grand masters.
G,p.. X Kemper. of this city, who has
nd this matter in charge as the repre-
.ss.4uvs of the Grand Lodge of Vir
CgiI. will present a report on the sub.
iec cad suggests programme. which
williuclude Interesting proceedings in
Alexandria, where Washington was
master of c lodge, and at Fre1ericks-
burr. where he was made Mason,
aai, Of course, at Mount Vernon.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

LEcrURE.-Rev. DR.. D. ]. Stafford,
Of Washington, will lecture on Mac
be.D; or the Punishment of Crime" on
Thursday, December s, at Lyceum
Hl for the benefit of the Young
Mems Sodality Lyceum. DR.. Stafford
as a lecturer isiuniversally admired.
His lectures are works of art, perfect
10 every detail and symmetrically and
tremendously rounded ourerd full; the
Nofound thought, the beautiful, copious
low of language, the perfect pro-
lounciation a charm and treat;
aud the matchless voice, so full, so
sweet, so modulated and under such
wonderful control, all tend to make
Dr.. Slailord's lectures such rare treats.
Judging from the sale of tickets, a
large audience will greet DR.. Stafford's
secord appearance in this city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

Treo Ornaments, Games, Nine al and Iron
Trains of Cars, Dolls, Mechanical Toys, Iron
and Tin Banges, Candles, Building Blo,kf,
Tin and Iron Stoves, Fire Engines, Hook al d
Ladders. Police Patrols, Bihes, Ten Pins
Pianos, Drums, Cradles, Arks, Trick Boxes,
Boats, Trunks. Tool Chests, Animals in Tin
and Fur, Bedstead,, Pewter Soldiers. Magic
Lanterns, Chimes. Musical Toys, Rattles,
Roaming Toys In variety, Tin and Musical
Horns, Iron Axle Wagons, Ve!ocipedes, Til
cycles, Dolls, carrying an imnense stock !;
Desks, Hobby Horses, Rocking Horses, Bar
rows. Plush Chairs, Sleighs, Wash Gets, Tools,
Lawn Swings, Goll Furniture, Go.Carts,
Books, Saws. B. DIS and Steel Toys. We give
above a slight idea Of what we have for
Christmas trade.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02
Free Pills.

Send your address to II. e. Bucklen
s. Co., Chicago, and get free sample
box of DR.. Kings New Life Pills. A
trial will convince you Of their merits.
These pills are easy in action and are
particularly effective in the cure of
Constipation and Sick Headache. For
Malaria and Liver troubles they have
been proved invaluable. They are
guaranteed to be perfectly free from
every deleterious substance and to be
purely vegetable. They do not
weaken by their action. but by giving
tone to the stomach and bowels greatly
iuvigorate the system. Regular size
Csc. per box. Sold by E. l.. Allen,
Druggist.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHooLs.-As
heretofore stated there will be lively
contest at this session of the Legislature
I9F the position OF Superintendent of
5qollc Instruction. Already there are
aali dozen candidates and number
., delegates from this district, friends
" capt. X. kemper, of this city, have
Cgclded to enter him in the race should
inert. ~ be dead lock and should they
I I. he has a chance to win. Capt.
Aenper IS an educator of experience
a ai ability and his many friends in this
Wy ana vicinity would be much pleas
~ , should he be chosen Superintendent
"fublIc obstruction.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

. HANDSOME REsIDENCE.-Mr. Mar
. .l L, King has awarded contracts Tor
; ~ building of a handsome brick resi-
S W. on the south side of Duke street,
w west of Washington. Mr.. Thomas
N i,sson will do the carpenters work and
,.sssfS Gilroy and Howard the brick
, "OA' The dwelling will be two
S c.y orlck with stone trimmings, will
, VIII, all the modern conveniencesa and
Gal cost upwards OF 81, 1000 The dwell
~, =. Will be erected on the site where
io.S ~ many years stood the old fash
,.a frame house which was recently
asar Peyton.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

DlsMIssED.-Henry Majors, the col.
ored man who had been arrested in
connection with the butchering of
COW belonging to Mr.. Edward Clark at
Mr.. NJ. Scbuler's slaughter house, was
brought before the Mayor this morning,
and the latter, after hearing the evil
deuce in the case, dismissed the &C
clSed. Il was not definitely ascertain
ed now the animal got into the enclos
lFe adjoining the slaughter house, and
lle TACT hat Mr.. Schiller had previous.
y purchased a COW tended to show
lnai the butchering of the animal was
merely mistake, and as Mr.. Schuler
aal agreed to pay the owner q salts
factory price for the cow, it was deem
I'd best TO quash further proceedings.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

DISTURBING PUBLIC WORSHIP
Complaints have been made to the
Mayor of boys yelling papers on Sun.
daysin front of churches, thereby dis
turbng both Sunday school and church
service. The Mayor has directed that
all offenders in this matter shall be ar.
rested.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

DEATH OF MRS. SUTToN.-Mrs. Nan
cy J. Sutton, widow of Mr.. Samuel w.
Sutton, ana daughter of Mr.. George
Finch, died at an early hour this morn
ing at the Inirmary, where on Sunday
en- operation for appendicitis was per-
formed Mrs. Sutton had large circle
of friends who will regret TO hear of
her death. Her funeral will take place
on Sunday evening next.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02
DRY OOODS.
Headq uarters
FOR
NEW TOYS.

Ready for sale from Saturday morning, De.
cember 4th. a large stock of NEW TOYS of
this seasons make. We co not claim the
dusty honor of showing the largest stock of
Toys in this city, but we do claim priority
over all otl ers in displaying the largest stock
of this season made Toys Not dusty toy
be instrumental in tbwarting the broad n
teleet of bright child Not moldy toy
filed with the germs of long standing pacl-
ed in damp basement. Our toys arc made
for children and BIZ pleasing the little ones
we enhance and cement the joy of friendship
between the two extremes. Bright, new toys
have tendency to beautify the thoughts of
tho Recipients Of the entire household.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02
PROPOSALS.


D2OPO3AIS
Il ALEXANDRIA VA, Dec 1, 1897.
Sealed proposals will be received up to
SATURDAY, December II. at 8 o'clock p
~, for furnishing ONE HUNDRED AND
FIFTY CORDS, more or less, of merchant.
able OAK WOOD, to be delivered to the poor
OF the city as ordered and in quantities no
greater than one quarter "a of cord.
The wood is to be delivered during the Pc.
rod from the goth of December, 1897, to
the Goth day of March, 1898.
Bids should he addressed TO the undersign-
ed, and will De opened at the Auditors Office
On Saturday, December II, 1897, at o'clock
p. N.
The committee reserve the right to reject
any and all bids. and upon any failure of the
contractor 10 give satisfaction to cancel tho
contract.
BY order OF the Committee on Poor
]. q TRIMYEB,
dec1 I'd Chairman.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

cs e.aARrER.-Judge Norton granted a
C utter to-day to the Meuook Mining
v fSIiip'hy OF Washington, the object OF
p. s''A IS TO do a general mining bust.
md ,5s' y Iae capital stock is S250,0OO
Si su Ar. Henry Elliott is agent in this
i No; Mr. J. s. Webb, of Washington,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

WEATHER. rRoBABILITIKs.-For this
" ..I IN ior sing cloudiness and light ra n
'sc!lo a, t ~ sht and Friday; northeastery
..-ris
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

Wv MAR Mary Bird, Harrisburg, Fa, Gays
son NIlu Is worth millions to me yet l
ge tei 1 ia, lost her by Group had l not in.
INN y nt7'ilvo cents in bottle of One
Aad =, A. GIonsh Cure 1t cures coughs, colds
lspro,' Nfoat aud lung troubles. Charles 6.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02
BOYS CLOTHING.

Atwood Astrakhan Refers. handsomely
braided and nicely lined with black Italian
cloth. SiEes 8 to 8. Special prics.
$2.49. Value $500.
Boys Mackintoshes, extra long and guar
a1teed absolutely waterproof. Sizes to 16.
1926 Each.
Boys Rubber Coats, absolutely waterproof.
Sizes to 10.
$3.50 Each.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02
LOCAL MATTERS.

,isas tomorrow at 7:?o and setsyat
snn High water at $40 a. m. and
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

K. W. MUUhEi
Commissioner Of Sale.
1--WE. Graham clerk of the Circuit Court
of Fairfax county, Va, do certify that the
bond required of r. w. Moore, commissioner
of SAFE in the above suits, has been executed
before me with an approved surety. Given
under my hand this 29th Gay of November,
1897. .r. o,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

GALE OF LUMBER AT NEW ALEX
y ANDRIA.
By virtue of q decree rendered at the June
term. 1897, of the Circuit Court of Fairfax
county. Va, in the suits of the Gullford
Lumber Company and the Neimeyer Lumber
Comeany vs. New Alexandria Improvement
Company, ETC., therein pending, 1 will offer
for sale at public auction about L o'clock
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

Mrs NJ B. Ford, Ruddcll's, III, suffered for
eight years from dyspepsia and chronic con-
s,ipation and was finally cured by using De-
Wits Little Early Eisers the famous little
pills for all stomach and liver troubles.
charles 6. Lennon.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02
SATURDAY,

SATURDAY,
the 18th day of December. 1897,
on the premises, the LUMBER AND MA
TERIALS contained in the pavilion on Lots
i 1 and -, block "a, of the property of the
New Aexandria Improvement Company.
Sale to be for CASH.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02
DRY GOODS.
Y God ward & Lotblop
10th, llth and F Sts., N. W.
HOLIDAY NEWS.

Christmastide brightness all
over the store. Christmas
Booklets and Cards, Christmas
Toys, Christmas everything.
Selections made now will be
held as advised and promptly
delivered at the specified time.
Silverware, Jewelry, Leather
Goods, Umbrellas, etc., mark
ed free.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

!s, TS Minute Cough Cure cures quickly.
mat you want Charles G. Lennon.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02
TOY LAND-FOURTH FLOOR.

4 wonderland of the newest playthings for
the little folks, embracing everything you
have seen ard many novelties brought out
this season. A visit to this department will
interest all ages-will afford children object
lessons that cannot fail to be instructive.
Fourth floor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

NHOICE Nos. 1 and MACKEREL re-
" caivsd to-day BY J. @ MILBURN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02
DRY GOODS.
DRY GOODS.

Is Very Complete and Values are Excellent
72-inch damask all linen, soc.
In IS damasks have large range of extra values both
as to patterns and qualities and goods at ST. At least
dozen different patterns very choice design and quality
e Napkins at ST. sI.25, $3.50, s1.5o and s..
"a Napkins at from 81 to S.
Frlnged Dolies at 75c 81, $1.25, $3.50 and 81.
After repenishng your linen closet you may need some
housefunishngs Towels large variety all bought the
lowest mark and marked the lowest profit possible Prices
from $3.50 to Sc per dozen.
Our 9Sc white spreads are still the best values obtanabe
An excellent line of bed wear Real wool blankets 1914
$3.50; ia So; 1874, S. Fine line of comortabes with
choice Saline coverings and filled with clean special
value in Eiderdown quilts at S..
Don't fail to inspect cloak stock The values offer
in jackets and capes have brought in large sales
you dress still selling all wool goods old
prices as long stock lasts.
Our 49c and soc Seges values that will be thing
of the past Splendid assortment of pas and fancy dress
goods.
fine Of silks Fancy plaid silks Roman stripes
silks handsome brocade sans satin Duchess coored and
black tafeta silks
you need jacket cape stock will be found very
full of values that you will find it difficult to duplicate
special in Underwear. 20 dozen Mems Wool Cancels
Hair Shifts sizes 3S to A. Were considered bargain at
75c; put out to close the lot at soc each.
Our large trade Rugs and Carpets this season
dence of the excellent values have offered and stock
still in first class shape Some specially attractive things in
the Mating stock that have proved good sellers
MSONE PRICE @m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

y Office
Alexandria, Va, Nov. 81, 1897.
The annual meeting Of the stockholders Of
the CHARLOTTESVILLE AND RAPIDAN
RAILROAD COMPANY will be held at No.
212 King street, Alexandria, Virginia, on
WEDNESDAY. December 18th, 1897. at 10
o'clock noon, for the purpose of electing di.
recto;s and the transaction of such other
business as may come before the meeting.
JOSIAH F. HILL,
nov3O I'd Secretary
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02
dec2 I'd

ALEXANDRIA, Va, Dec. 1, 1897.
DISsOLUTION OF PARTNERSHIPS.
The firm of TANCIL & SHELTON
having been this day dissolved, by mutual
consent, Herbert Tancil has removed to aoo
King street, near Fairfax street. Thanking
his customers for their liberal patronage IN
the past ho hopes by polite and strict a., ssten,
ton to business to receive the ssme I1eIs,
patronage at his new shop. EVEhf1h1N1
~ HERBERT TANCIL, 800 King stree.
1an1 1w*
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02
$3.50 Each.
A HOSIERY SPECIAL.

Every novelty produced for the season is
here together with all the tried staple sorts.
for women and children.
Women's Fast Black Cotton Hose. double
soles, high spliced heels and toes; full regular
made. Special price,
21c-5 pairs for s1.O0.
An excellent Xmas gift Boxed if you wish.
First floor.
The new "1,OOOv Puzzle fascinates all
classes. Price of Puzzle complete is 25c.
Toy Department--Fourth floor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-02

Third floor.