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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31
Millions given Away.

1t is certainly gratifying to the public
to know OF one concern in the land who
are not afraid to be generous to the
needy and suffering. The proprietors
of Dr.. Kings New Discovery for Con-
sumption. Coughs and Colds, have
given away over ten million trial bot
ties of this great medicine, and have
the satisfaction CT knowing 1t has abso-
lutey cured thousands of hopeless
cases. Asthma, Bronchitis, Eoarseness
and all diseases Of the Throat, chest
and lungs are surely cured by it. Call
on e. L. Allen or e s. Leadbeater Y
Sous, druggists and get free trial bot
tie. Regular 70 so Cts. and 81. Every
bottle guaranteed or price refunded.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31
LOCAL BREVITIEs
Happy New Year.

Happy New Year.
The steamer Harry Randall will leave to-
night for Baltimore for repairs
The plan for the reorganization of the
Homo Telephone Company in the interest Of
the stockholders WAS announced in Baltimore
yesterday.
The total amount OF -four inspected by Mr.
b. Hanock. deputy inspector, during the
fourth quarter ending to-day was 1924 bar.
rels and bags.
During the month the Clerk of the Corpo.
ration Court recorded so deeds and Issued IS
marriage icenses-1I to white and 2 to col.
ored people.
Martins blacksmith shop, in Mary land
opposite this city, Was burned last night, and
buggy belonging to Constable Payne was
consumed by the flames.
Rain began falling about 7 o'clock this
morning and has continued throughout the
day, making everything disagreeable out of
doors The temperature, however, continues
mild.
Viola I.aBoetta and Amy Fitzpatrick, the
talented child artists, with "a husband on
Salary G mpany." introduce all the latest
ballads duets, Dsg;o melodies and cake walk
in the comedy, "a Husband on Salary" at
the Opera House Monday night.
The market to-day was attended by COM
paratively few country people. Prices, ex-
cept for poultry, which was higher, were
about the same as those of last week. Turkeys
sold at 15a17c a pound, ducks Toe to 81 Fer
pair, geese Toe to S1.25 piece, and chickens
at 6Ca90c pair.
Mr.. ]. &. Flanigen, Counsel for Lee Gas.
kins, colored, who was convicted in the Coun-
ty Court this week of attempting to wreck an
electric train, will apply to Judge Nicol of
the Circuit Count, for writ of error. In the
event OF failure tho case, it is said, will be
tax IN to the Court of Appeals.
Be cure 10 read what Isaac Eichberg & Son
have to say and 60 and see that what they
say they mean.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

DEATH OF A WATERMAN -E l@ard
Parker, the old colored Waterman who
for an even half century had k p watch
at the tomb of Washington st Mount
Vernon died last night at the home ct
his daughter in Washington. Psrker'r
entire life was spsnt at the former
home OF Washington. Born slave, be
lived to see the freedom Of his race, Dat
such changes had few charms for him
He preferred to spend his days as they
hal begun, within the beautiful and
historic Enclosure OF Mount Vernon
Parker was born in ChaFlestown, w.
Va. and when an infant of six months
was left mo herless aud about that time
Was bought by john a. Washington and
taken to Mount Vernon. Here for
thirty three years he lived, and at the
breaking out Of the civil war ne was
taken over TO Fort Washington, where
he served as cook for the Union sol J.
iers. After the war he was employed
to watch the tomb OF Washington and
to prevent depredatioDs on trees and
shrubbery. On the 30;h OF June Parker
was compelled TO give up his watch.
Disease drove him to bed. and the stall
wart figure soon wasted away to
mere shadow before the ravages OF cal"
Ger of the stomach, from which he died.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

The SMALLPoX.-By direction of tt c
health officer the case of smallpox on
south West sire ct has been removed 10
the house in Braddock alley where the
first case reported is being treated.
Sergeant Smith under orders from
the Mayor, has made q thorough
canvass of the outskirts CT the city for
a suitable house for these cases, and
to-day it is understood that place in
every way Standardization, con-
venience, &c.,-hss been procured and
to this place, as soon as furniture and
bedding are prepared, the patients will
be removed. No new cases are report
Ell, though one, presumed to be chick
en- pox, is being investigated by the
health officer in the First ward.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

THE New YEAR.--The new year
falling on Sunday, Monday next will be
a legal holiday, although it will be OBJ
served hereabouts in only halfway
manner. The schools, government
buildings, sc, will be closed, but bust
ness will be- little interfered With, as
the first of January, following so close
ly in the wake Of Christmas, is but par
TALLY regarded in the South. New
Years receptions have grown fewer
every year, and apart from some few
affairs which necessarily call attention
to the fact that we have entered upon
another year, things go on about as
usual on the 1st of January. The cere
mony of ringing the old year out will
be observed to- night. while watch meet.
ings will be held in the Trinity and
Baptist Churches, commencing at 10
O'Clock. In the latter church the
Young Peoples Union will hold cele-
bratiOu.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

CHARGED WITH GAMBLING "A war
rant was issued yesterday evening at
the instances of G. E. White, young
man from Washington, who claimed
that he had been swindled out OF $40
by James Mitchell, w. II. Carpenter
and Joseph Doherty at the grocery and
liquor store of George Finch, on north
Royal street. White claimed that the
three defendants were engaged with
him in q game of poker and MIR. Finch
was charged with permitting gambling
OH his premises. The warrant was
served by Policeman Ferguson and the
accused we're released on collateral for
their appearance in the police court
this morning. The case was called
when the court convened this mcraing,
and the accused were dismissed, the
plaintiff having failed to appear.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31
NEWS OF TIE Day

A number OF the banks in Brooklyn
are to consolidate and form single in.
stitution.
The French government, following
Great Britain's example. will strength
en its squadron in Newfoundland
waters.
Notwitt standing positive denials on
the part of French officials, it is still as
serted that Dreyfus is on his way to
France.
Because she believed she talked too
much, Mrs. Mary Houiey, of Paterson,
n. j, cut Oft piece of her tongue
about an iuch and half long. Her
, life will be saved.
Officers of the Spanish steamer Rom
ulus, which has just arrived at Man
liza, states that the insurgents at Iloilo
are Inclined to surrender that city to
he. Americans if satisfied as to the
form of government which will be &C.
corded them.
Lorenzo Snow, president and head
of the Mormon Church, has made q
statement regarding polygamy and the
attempt to prevent Representative
elect Roberts, of Utah, from taking his
seat in Congress. He declares that
plural marriages have ceased forever in
Utah, and that Roberts was not elected
to Congress as Mormon.
The jury in the Botkin case in
San Francisco, CAL, last night re-
turned verdict of murder in
the first degree, with the penalty
fixed at life Imprisonment. Mrs Cor.
della Botkin was charged with the
murder OF Mrs. John P. Cunning, of
DIVER DEL, by sending her box OF
poisoned candy through the mails.
1t is officially stated that the Chinese
government has acceded to the de-
mand for an extension OF the executive
French settlement at Shanghai despite
the protests OF Sir CLAUDE Macdonald,
| the British minister. Tine vceroy Ct
Nankin is greatly chagrined over the
failure of the British to support their
policy in the Yang.Tse-Kiang valley.
A complimentary reception and ban
quet to Col. w. J. Bryan was rendered
at Lincoln, Neb., last night by the
Nebraska Travelling Mems Bryan Club.
Mr.. Bryan responded to the sentiment
Americas missions let not the crimes
of The east DER crimson thy name; be
freedom and science and virtue thy
| fame.n Mr.. Bryan in his speech in
sisted that colonial policy was wrong
10 principle and unwise, and he pre-
dicted that it would prove Improbable
in practice. A number of other speeches
were made.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

PERsoNAL.-After visit to friends
in the city, Rev. DR.. J. n. Boyd left
yesterday for his home in Alexaad ria.
-LStaunton Spectator.
Mrs. E Milburn is on a visit to
friends in Loudoun.
Miss Mary V Harlow, who has been
spending part of the holidays with
Miss Lovey Randall, of Washington,
has returned home
Mr.. ]. F. Steiner last night enter
tanned a number of his friends at his
home on north Washington street.
Mrs. j. @. hewitt is seriously i'll at
her home on Columbus street.
MIR. Benz. Baggett has been confined
10 his home on upper King street dur
ing the week by illness.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

CELEBRATION.-The Christmas cele
bration at the NJ. f Church South last
night was better than usual. The
programme YVES we'll reader ed by all
who had parts to reci;e or sing and
was heartily appreciated and enjoyed
by the audience which filed the house
to OVERLOOKING, the only regret icing
that the entertainment was so short the
entire exercises not consuming more
than an hour. The decorations con-
sisted of Jacobs ladder, surmouuted
by crown, with white dove of peace
suspended from the apex. The whole
entertainment reflected great credit
upon the committee having it in charge.
The organ and piano led the music in
the concert. The organ was presided
aver by Miss Lulu Cockey and the
piano by Miss Mary Williams.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

CHURCH SERVICES, &C, SUNDAY
Christ Church.-Services at II a. m
bv Row. r K. Massie, of the Seminary
anl 80 p. M. by Rev. Berry man
Green.
s.. Paups Chmch.-Services at II q.
N. and 7:30 p. N by Rev. P. P. Phillips
Grace Church.-No service at Z q. m.
sunday school at $50 a. m. Morning
PRAYER and holy communion at II a. m.
Fsstal evening prayer at 7:30 p. m. by
Rev. c f. Ball.
81. Mary'S Church.-Mass and SER
mon at and 1870 a. IN by Rsv. II.
]. Cutler. Vespers at p. IN.
Emmanuel Lutheran Church.-Corner
Cameron and Alfred streets.-Service
at1l M, in Eoglish, By Rev. ]. NJ.
Eberlein.
Second Presbyterian mch.-Sunday
school at $50 a. m. Preaching at II a.
m. end $50 p. N. by Rev. f fhacker.
BaDtist Chrch.-Pfeaching at II a.
m. and $50 p M. by Rev. J. H. Butler
Primitive Baptist Cturch-Fairfax
treet near King.--Services IL u. m. by
Elder A. B. Francis.
Trinity Meth. Epis. Church.-Sunday
school at $50 a. m. Services IL a. m.
and $50 p. m by Rev. n. B. Masters.
At the night service the pastor will
presch sermon to the Jr. o. U A. NJ.
Meth. Epis. Church South.-9:l5 a. m
sunday school. Preaching al IL a. M.
sud 7:30 p. N. by R-v. J T. Williams.
Village Chapel, III. E. Church South
Gibbon street near Alfred.-Class
meeting at d. m. Service at II a. N.
and $50 p. m. by Rev. J. 81. Wells.
Del Rag Chapel, IL e. Church South
sunday school at 2:30. Epwor,h League
at 5 p. m.
Meth. Prot. Ghurch. --9:15 a. m. Sun
day school. Services at II q, m. AID
80 p. ~ by R-v. T. P Revelle.
Free Methodist Church-Lee street,
near Wilkes.-Services at II d. m. and
80 p. III. 10y the pastor.
Meeting at Midland Railroad reading
rooms at p. m. Service of prayer and
praise with short address.
Aims House.-Service AT $50 D. n.
Meade Chapel (coiored).-Sermon at
II n. u.
Roberts Chapel, NJ f. Church (colored)
Preaching at II a. N. and at $50 p. m.
by Rev. William Gains.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31
HANeED.-John Hancock, the youn

HANGED. John Hancock, the young
negro convicted at the September term
of the Corporation Court OF Lynchburg
for criminal assault on Rosa COIN q lit
tie white girl, was hanged in the Jail
yard there yesterday morning. The
negro showed no signs of fear or emo.
ton, ard said Goodbye" to the sheriff
and spe csators in a firm, ringing voice.
This is the first execution in Lynch
burg since April 1865. when TIVE me-
groes were hanged for burglary,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

RN1uHTs OF PYTHIAs At the meeting
last night Of Oriental Lodge Knights OF
Pythias the following officers were elected
for the ensuing term: p. @, J. &. Florence ;
C., Jam s Holsten; V. c., James +. Sc
bring; Prclste, ) A. Travers NJ of W., Geo.
T.. Simpson; H. OF E., w II. May NJ. CT F.,
Il. c. Crump Z. of 3. & g, DR.. a. F Cox
Nc at A John Arbenshine; j. g., Nio-
lett; o G., James Benson Representative 10
Grand Lodge, DR.. A. f. coz; Alternate, NJ.
B. Norris; Trustees, II c Crump, w H.
May and George L Simpson.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

FINED $500 FOR CONTEMPT. Justice
Cox, in Washington yesterday issued
an order fning Mrs. Frances p. Smoot
$500 for failing to obey former man
date of the court in the case of the
Central National Bank against the Mar.
shall Hall Steamboat Company, asking
for the appointment of receiver. The
order against her was issued on Octc-
Der Is, 1897, enjoinioe her from inter-
fering in any manner with the receivers
in the management and direction of the
defendant company. In the same court
Messrs. Harry Kirk, jr., and Adrian
Posey were directed to show cause
within FIVE days why they should not
be fled for contempt in the same case.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

OPERA HoUsE.-"A Husband on
Salary is the title ola bright comedy
Manager Harper has secured for his
New Year attraction on January Pad.
The company comes highly recon-
mended with New York and Bo'-
ton press notices, and Manager Harper
is assured that the play, company and
specialties are first class in every par
ticular, aud SO guarantees his patrons.
and he also states that money will be
refunded to any one witnessing the ea-
tire performance if they are dissatisfied.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

Pains in the chest when person has
cold indicate a tendency toward pneu-
mcnia. A piece Of flannel dampened
with Cham berlain's Pain Balm and
bound on to ihe chest over the seat Of
pain will promptly relieve the pain and
prevent the threatened attack of pneu-
monia. This same treatment will cure
q lame back in few hours. Sold by
]. q. Janney, Druggist. 7OI King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

CORPORATION CoURT.-Judge j. K
Ii. Norton presiding. -Administratio
upon the estate OF Nancy Lucas Yves
committed 10 Dulcey Lucas.
Z igar c. Graham was appointed
trustee for the NJ. E. Church South ip
place of J. G. Hudson, resigned
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31
Receptions, Banquets, Dinner
Parties, &c.

These are exclusive, being our own direct
Importation and are unobiainaole elsewhere.
We name in part: Double Satin Damask Pat
tern Cloths, imported this season from Ire.
land, Scotland, and Belgium; extra fine dual.
ity and exquisite designs.
Second floor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

FoLIoE Mayor G. l.. Simp
sou preSiding.-Ths following casos
were disposed OF this morning..
silas Lee, colored, arrested by Officers Rob.
ers and Hall charged with deiacing property,
was dismissed.
man, arrested by Officer Ferguson charg
ed with permitting gambling on his premises,
was dismissed.
Three men, arrested By Officer Ferguson
charged with unlawful gambling, was DIS
missed
Night Report asst night was cloudy and
mild. 0ae prisoner and ten dodgers were at
the station house.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31
W0NEN'S DRESS REQUIREMENTS
Table Napery for New Years Day.

While there is q very extensive variety Of
the substantial, every day sorts Of household
linens, the Linen Department is especially
eq tipped in al its branches to meet the de.
mand for the finest grades of goods And
among these arc some very beautiful designs
in extra size cloths Ground, square, and OBJ
lonpl for
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31
After Christmas.

The lingering thought of Christmas festivi,,
ties still pervades the atmosphere of our 81
adjustment. Having trade larger than we
ever anticipated, naturally we feel the over"
flowing touch of reciprocity.
1 French Doll of beauty. Price So.
Now 50.
1 Frenth Doll of exquisite loneliness Price
$3.50. Now 50.
2 Doll Carriages Price 81 %. Now $50.
. Doll Carriages. Price 1926. Now $3.50.
1 Doll Carriage. Price $3.50. Now So.
3 Pianos. Price S125. Now 75c.
Tool Chest. Price So. Now $3.50.
A few other articles that will about close
GU. our large stock of Holiday Goods of 1898
purchase. Buying an entire new stick of
Toys each year plays havoc with merchants
grasping for the all. Our sympathy is with
those whose gigantic idess failed to materials
ize and bear fruit filing barrels of wealth.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

CHURCH MUsIc.-The programmes
of music rendered in the different
church choirs last Sunday will be re.
peated tomorrow. The programme
arranged for Christ Church choir was
postponed last Sunday owing to the
sickness of several members, but it will
be rendered to morrow.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31
NO CUHE---NO PAY.

That is the way all druggists sell GROVES
TASTELESS CHILL TONIC for Chills and
Malaria Ii is simply Iron and Quinine in a
tastcless iorm. Children love it, Adult
prefer it to bitter nauseating Tonics. Price
soc. Sold By Richard Gibson, corner Alfred
and King streets
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

Constipation prevents the body from rid
ding itself of waste matter. DeWitt's Little
Early Risers will remove the trouble and
cure Sick Headache, Billiousness, Inactive
Liver and clear the complexion. Small, su-
gar coated, don't grippe or cause nausea. Ed
gar Wsried.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

DIR. BULLS COUGH SYRUP
for your congh, or cold on chest or
lungs. 1t is truly wonderful medi-
cine. No other remedy has made SO
many remarkable cures. Price 25 cts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31
Mems Underwear.

We have about Is dozen Mems CameIs'
Hair Wool Backed Undershirts and Drawers
left in sizes of 80 to A Price SOC. Worth
81. When this assortment Of sizes is broken
we cannot replenish. We urge all those in
want OF warm underwear to call now.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31
LOCAL MATTERS.

sun rises tomorrow at 7:31 a. m. and
sets at 4:43 High water at $50 q. IN.
sal 1904 p. m.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31
fable Requisites for New Years Day.

Every thing necessary for the table in China
and Glassware ia here in splendid assortment;
also many dainty bits of China and Cut Glass
for identifying the table. Also Lamps, Chat
ing Dishes, and 5-oclock Tea Kettles. Also
olives, Sailed Peanuts, Waters, and other
deicacies for the table.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

" RATHER fRoBABILITIEs.-F this
section clearing to-nisht; fair Sunday cold
wsye cold weather will continue until Tues
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

Soothing, healing, cleansing. DeWitt's
Witch Hazel Salve is the implacable enemy
of sores, burns and wounds. 1t never fails TO
cure piles You may rely upon it, Edgar
Wartield, ir.. corner King and Pitt streets.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

Ihs regular meeting OF the Father Mathew
Total Abstinence Society will be held in st.
M4ry's Hall to morrow evening at ! O'Clock.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31
DRY GOODS.
DRY GOODS.

Re9~In thanking our friends for their lib
eral patronage in the past holiday trade we
;desire to announce that those who have re-
ceived money to invest in membranes of
the season that during this week we will sell
at a discount of twenty-five per ct. Pictures,
Jardineres, Bisques, Vases, Growing Plants,
Sterling Silver Articles and many Fancy
Goods, useful and ornamental We will also
close out at very large reduction our
Cloaks, Capes and Tailor-made Suits. One
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31
Corsets.

Our line of sonnctte Corsets IS short many
sizes as follows: IS, %, %, 20 and 30.
We offer them at the popular price, 45c. A
regular Toe corset. An carly visit will Sc
cure the caller bargain.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31
DRY GOODs.
zttraHoIidayBuIetiin

HAIldLlOlludY Dullttlll
SPECIAL SALE HANDKERCHIEFS.-
SPECIAL SALE CLOAKS.-SPECIAL
SALE DRESS GOODs.-SPECIAL SALE
LACE CURTAINS, PORTIERS.-SPE-
CIAL SALE HOSIERY, GLOVES, UN-
DERWEAR.-SPECIALS SALE BLANK
ETS, COMFORTS, LINENS.
QUE ENTIRE STOCK OF TOYS TO BE
CLOSED OUT AT A SACRIFICE.
WE ARE GOING OUT OF THE TOY
BUSINESS.
SALE MONDAY MORNING.
All SO Carriage for $l.49.
All 76c Doll Carriages for 33c.
hll 81 Games for soc.
All 81 Doll Carriages for sec.
all SOC Games for 25c.
All 81. so Doll Carriages for Toe.
All 81 Tes Sets for Soc
All Christmas Tree Ornaments lie.
all Csc Metal Picture Frames 15c.
Handsome line Bric.a.Brac at so per cent
discount.
All 81 Hair Horses o9c.
All 81 Brass Bug'es for soc.
All 81 Iron Toys soc.
All 1Oc 10 SOC Toys at half price.
Toy Bureaus, Sleds Wagons, Tricyles and
Hobby Horses at half price.
Ga-CALL EARLY, THE STOCK IS NOT
LARGE. 81
WHY NOT SELECT A USEFUL CHRIST.
MAS GIFT FROM THIS LIST
OF SUGGESTIONS.
t$1.9S Lace Curtains that sold for $3.50
pair.
At SOC Lace Curtains that sold for $1.25
pair.
At 23c Beached Table Linen that sold for
Doc yard.
At Ice Red and White Table Linen that
sold for 25c
At lac Linen Soaring that sold for 25c
yard.
At 79c Fed Table Covers, ten.quarter, that
sold for 81.
At Sc Linen Damaak Towels that sold for
12Ac
At 1870 Heavy Linen Huck Towels that
sold for 18c.
At csc Large Damask Knotted Fringed
Towels that gold for 39c.
at 39c White Bed Spreads that sold fos
SOC.
At T9c White Spreads that sold for 81.
At 39c White Double Blankets that sold
for Soc
At s1.25 White 1874 Blankets that sold
for So.
At SOC Good Size Bed Comforts that sold
for Toe.
At 33c FIinged Tapestry Mats that sold
for SOC.
At S1.19 Large Size Moquette Rugs firing
ed that sold for SITS.
At Csc Chenille Table Covers that sold
for 39c
At S2.49 Chenille Portiers that sold for So
HANDKERCHIEFs GO AT ANY PRICE.
A HANDSOME BOX given away with
every 75c purchase in Handkerchief from
121ac to better grades. Also q box with
every pair of Kid Gloves.
1000 Handkerchief at lie each.
Ladies' and Gents Initial Handkerchief,
worth 1Oc, at &c.
Ladies' scolloped Embroidered Handker.
chiefs, worth II 1hc at Sc.
Ladies' Pure Linen Embroidered Handler
chiefs, worth 25c at 1890.
@-0PEN EVERY EVENING. ~@N
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-12-31

CHURCH SERVICES, &C, SUNDAY
Christ Church.-Services at II a. m.
bv Row r <. Massle, of the Seminary,
aal 80 p. M. by Rev. Bergman
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1898-06-09
LOCAL WAR NOTES.

The Eleventh regiment, regular in
fantry, has left Fort Mcpherson for San
Francisco, en- route for the Philippines.
Over 200 Luzerne county young men arc
in this regiment, including Ernest Lud-
wig, William Lebar and S. w. Buck, of
this vicinity, and several from Hazleton
and the South Side.
Recruiting officers from the Ninth
regiment will arrive at Wikesbarre In a
few days. The regiment consists of
eight companies Of 81 men each and will
be increased to twelve companies of log
men each. No trouble is expected in
enliSting the 600 men necessary to fill
the ranks.
Captain Fannery, of Pittston, who
has many friends here, has been pro-
NOTED to major of the third battalion of
the Ninth and will take command as
soon as the four new companies are
mustered in.