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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26
THE GOVERNORS MESSAGE.
COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA,
EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT.


Whereas, war has been declared be-
tween the United States of America
and Spain, and,
Whereas, the President of the United
States has issued proclamation calling
for 125, 900 volunteers, and the State OF
Virginia has been called upon to fur:
nish her quota of said number:
Now, therefore, 1, J. Hoge Tyler,
Governor of the Commonwealth of Vir-
gnis, do Issue this, my proclamation,
calling on all the volunteer organiza-
tions of the State to hold themselves in
readiness to be mustered into the SER
vice of the United States to serve
wherever they may be ordered by the
President, or the duly constituted au-
thorities of the United States.
The commanding officers of COM
panies are directed to recruit their
ranks to the full number required by
law as speedily as possible. Knowing
we'll the courage, loyalty, and devotion
20 duty which has eyer characterized
the citizens of Virginia, ready re-.
spouse is confidently expected to this
call. Steps will be taken to have
physical examinations made, and all
men found not in proper condition to
enter the service will be honorably OK.
cused. In view of the fact that many
members OF the different organizations
may find themselves under such en-
barrassment as to render it almost i'm
possible for them to go, by virtue Of
having helpless ones wholly and en-
tirely dependent upon them, such par
ties will be excused, aud others who
are unembarrassed will be allowed
to take their places. Many of the
brave men who will so readily re-
spond to their country'S call will
lie forced to give up desirable business EN-.
ployments. In order that thsir minds msy
be set at ease, it is earnestly hoped that their
spirit of willing sacrifice will be appreciated.
and as far as practicable such places will be
held open for thei. acceptance OH their return
from servi Q.
Whilst every heart may desire reace as far
as consistent with national honor, yet now
that war has come. it is the duty of all to
yield loyal response to their country's CALL
and trust the God Of battles to uphold the
right
Given under my hand and under the Lesser
Seal of the Commonwealth at Richmond, this
18th day of April, in the year Of our Lord
1898, and in the 122d year of the Common
wealth. j. HOGE TYLER.
By the Governor:
]. T. LAwLEss, Secty. of Commonwealth.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26

OyERRUN WITH DocToRs.-France
has $4,000 to $4,000 doctors; of these
$500 practice their profession in Paris
and 10000 in the provinces. Of those
in Paris five or six are said to earn q
professional income of eS,0 900 to 912, 900;
from 10 to Is earn $4,000 to $4,000 q
year, about 100 earn from fl6,000 to
e24, 900; 800 from 5000 to e1,2O0; 500
from 1920 to 5000; while the remaining
1000 make less than $500 year. 1t
is said that there are usually about SO
members OF the French Legislature who
are physicians. The medical schools
graduate annually about 1900, this be:
ing just twice the number necessary to
fl vacancies in the profession caused
by death or otherwise.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26

PATENcE.-The comic opera Pa
tieuce, judging from the rehearsals, to
be rendered at the Opera House We'd
nesday night, promises to eurpass any
amateur performance ever given IN this
city. 4 glance at the personnel OF the
caste-Mrs. Holliield, Misses Mai Il,
Greeuwel, Caroline EyaDs, Sara Rsth-
bone and Janet Fawcett, and Messrs.
VIM. Cculey, Chas. w. Moore, Melville
Heusey, ]. Franklin Field and William
Bryant-will convince one of the sue
cessiul rendition of the OPERA as 1T
comprises some Of the leading vocal
t-Ient Of this city and Washington,
while the histriouic ability of several
CT the members is far above the aver
age, especially that possessed by Miss
sara Rathbone aud Mr.. VIM. Con- ley.
While each member will no doubt be
Complmeuted individually, much cred
it and praise is due to Mrs. Virginia
Eyaus-O' Brien, the directress, who
has been untiring in her efforts to quail,
iiy each and every member who Will
participate for successful rendition
OF Patience
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26

HE ELECTRIC LIGHT.-Iti is probable
that the proposition made some months
ago by MIR. Miller to furnish the cleo
trio power, &C., to light the city will
come up and lead to soma discussion
tonight at the meeting OF Council.
That the proposition will be accepted
and an agreement entered into at this
time is problemsticel. At meeting of
the City Council in June last, in re.
viewing the receipts and expenditures
OF the city for the year ending May 81,
1897, Mr.. l.. E. Uhler, chairman of the
finance committee, in referring to the
cost Of the electric lights, made the fol-
lowing statement which is copied from
the Gazstte of June %, 1897, and which
is published for general information.
Mr.. Uhler said
Il have, upon one or two occasions,
not for the purpose of criticising the
work of others having in charge the
light department of the city, called
public attention to chsrge-that is, the
electric light. have from memory
made statements which some have at.
tempted to refute. 1 now give the
figures taken from the official record
for the seven years ending May 81,
1897. There was charged to this &C.
count $57 500, an average of $S,2l0
each year. Deduct from this smount
Sl4 PIG paid for notes and interest. and
$43, 1904 remains. Now, what does this
show? Why this. Had the Schuyler
Company made the city present of
the plant, it has cost an average of
Sc, 1S6 for eleven months in each year
for 50 lamps, and if we credit the
amount received for rent. 81 500, it has
then cost the city 800 for eleven
months. But the plain English is, that
the city having paid out of its treasury
for the electric light in seven years
S57 800, and received back into its
treasury 81 500, the light has cost 81 500
for each eleven months.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26
LOCAL BREVITIES.

Mr.. Arthur McMahan. of New York, and
Miss hannah Paire, of this city, were married
yesterday evening by kev Father Cutler at
st. Malys Church parsonage Later the
| newly married couple held reception at the
home of the bride, corner of Queen and Fay.
cite streets. They we're the recipients OF
numerous presents. Mr. and Mrs Mcmahon
left this morning on bridal trip to Philadel-
phia They will make their future home in
Buffalo, N. Y.
Harrie Bryant and Harrie Oade, both col
ored, charged with assaulting and beating
Betsy Veney and Daniel Anderson, were
fined SIS each in the Police Court this morn
ing, and in default of payment sent to the
chain gang for 20 days. VIM. Butler, color
ed, charged with assaulting Mary Johnson
forfeited So collateral by failing to appear.
Mr.. Fred Birrell, of the alexandria Steam
Bakery, who went to Richmond yesterday to
secure contract for furnishing the Virginia
troops with bread has returned. He found
that the war hsd not sufficiently advanced
for contracts to be given out.
It is said that as soon as the Light Infantry
is ordered to Richmond sn effort will be made
to organize company of volunteers in this
city to respond to any additional call that
might be made by the President.
In the Corporation Court to-day the will
of Mrs Mary Wenzel was admitted to pro-
bate and Mr. w. H Helmuth qualifen as OK
ccrtor. The deceased left her property to her
children.
Mrs. Kate Rose Of north Fairfax street,
yesterday had So stolen from her. She mott
fed Lieut.. smith, who to-day arrested Fanny
Jackson, colored, and recovered most of the
money, part of which was found in her shoe.
The Norfolk steamers will leave Alexan-
dria hereafter at 6:30 p m. instead of 7:30,
az heretofore. Returning they will leave
Norfolk at $40 p. NJ.
A gentleman of this city who is in the gov
eminent service, says as he is too old to enlist
as volunteer, he will join the Salvation
Army-ss salvation is free.
The Third Regiment Field Band held a
meeting last night, and Of the % members
% decided to go anywhere and anywhere
in this country.
marriage license was issued in Washing
ton yesterday to Charles J. Yardley, of Man-
chester, and Emma NJ. Leuba, of LoudouE.
The County Court, Judge Love- without
transacting any business of Importance, to-
day adjourned for the term.
Twelve dodgers were at the station house
last night.
The semi.monthly meeting of the City
Council will be held tonight.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26

TIVE L. The members of the
Iiobt [atautry were at their srmory
ms. night to attend the weekly meeting
and drill. but owing to the crowd pre-
s.or nothing wa5 done. The ermory
has AGAIN been open most all day and
,ba men are making all necessary ar
r49pements for leaving here when call
al on to 90 so.
INTO > O'Clock this evening Captain
BRYAN had received DO order other
than tine one issued by Adjutant Gen
ers) Nalle for him to recruit his com.
pany 10 at least eighty-four enlisted
men. Thus far eighteen recruits have
been enlisted. The members OF the
company expect summons OF their
armory at any time and that they will
be modified at Richmond.
Captain Bryan states that the COM
pany ia provided with arms end equip
ment for 100 men and uniforms in
hand for - men. The members who
have extra uniforms have been direct
ed TO turn them over to Quartermaster
sergeant Appich, s. 50 that the recruits
NAV be supplied. The members have
been instructed to place their smmuni-
lion and accoutrements in the lockers
and 10 take their uniforms home, 90
that they may be in readiness to re-
spona promptly to g call to arms.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26

Az ALL-ARoUNp CRooK.-Lieuten-
amt smith went to Washington yester-
day and had an interview with lnspec'
tor Mattingly in regard to Frank
Leonard, who was brought from Aber'
deem, Nd, Sunday by Chief Webster,
charged with stealing horse and bug.
ey belonging to Patterson Il Bro, OF
this city. II wssthought that ne an
swered to the description OF man
wanted for murder by the Chicago au-
thorities. During the interview be-
tween Inspector Mattingly and Lieu
tenant Smith the former produced a
large album containing the pictures OF
many noted crooks, and the Lieuten-
AIT soon found Leonard's picture. The
Inspector said the accused had been
guilty ofnearly every crime save MUIR
der and as crook had obtained con-
siderable notoriety. Leonard, known
as Little Paul. it will be remembered,
Claims to be Frenchman, and says he
has lived several years in Washington.
He has been sent on to court.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26

ORDER No. 8.-A dispatch from
Richmond says; Governor Tyler's Or
der No. s, calling on Virginia troops to
say how many would volunteer to go
outside of the State, has caused good
deal of dissatisfaction, some OF the
command claiming that inasmuch as
they had already sworn to go where or
dered, this order was reflection on
them. Governor Tyler believes the
President could order volunteers to go
anywhere, but owing to the doubt, he
s ~a"t troops were ordered into service.
He did not want it possible for any
Virginia soldiers to raise the point at
Tampa that they would not go to Cuba,
if ordered, on the ground that the
President did not have the authority to
order them. Hence, his determination
to have the matter settled clearly be-
fore any steps were taken.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26

DEATH OF JUDGE FRENCH.-Ex-
Judge S. Bssset French, who was pri-
vate secretary to Gov. Ls'cher, and
wrote for the latter his proclamation
calling out the Virginia troops for the
Confederate service, died at his hone
in Manchester late last night. The
cause of death was paralysis. Judge
French was native of Norfolk county
and was seventy-three years old. He
was an old whig, commanded regi-
ment in MshoDe's brigade, and was al
ways closely associated with the Gen
eral. He was activei in politics for some
years, and was made Judge OF the Cor
poration Court OF Manchester by the
readiuster party,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26
Foreign News.

PARIS, April 2d.-At the cabinet
council here to day, the minister for
foreign affairs informed his colleagues
of the neutrality instructions issued,
aud the council approved of a procla'
nation of neutrality which is about TO
be published by the French govern
ment, and which is identical with the
proclamation issued at the time IF tl1g
Russo-Turk:sh gap. i -
uGnAss pw, April 26-The ire which broke
out last night in the Clydeside district Of this
city hiss been extinguished. Only slight
damsge was done to the Catholic Cathedral
of st. Andrews. The loss is estimated at
about $4,000.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26
Free Pills.

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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26

UNNECESSARY EXCITEMENT. - The
excitement constantly caused in this
city by idle rumors is reflection upon
the intelligence of usually staid and
conservative community like this. 1t
seems that there is nothing so improb-
able but that ready believers Can be
tonnd in people who, if they paused 3
minute 10 think, would leali<s tie
utter untruthiulness of these rnmors.
This is no time for people to be hum
bugged and the posting of silly and
sensational bulletins" by irresponsible
people VINO have no means of receiving
news shonld he frowneddowp,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26

/ desire to attest to the merits of
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desire to inform you that I will never
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of the esteem in which your Remedies
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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26

rgg NATIONAL UNION SMOKER
.,S a. Council, National Union,
A.94 ,,g6t gave smoker at their hall,
!as. -. ~ Pitt street. There was large
Oh . uVj, both from this city and
Washington. The occasion was per-
wa. The pIeasantest in the history of
n On: ,rj4r in this city. Speeches were
'u ', s' M, Messrs. VIM h. Fisher, II. M.
mn ilai'1 F. A. Hall, J. P. Burrill,
Is r. Rrsht, p. B. Wright, l.. Il. Ian
!, -, Grouard, and E G. Ford,
G'' n''rsI Deputy for Maryland and Vir-
e ur The speakers showed in plain
ga .,ocise words the benefits to be de-
S- ...., rom membership in the National
In several instances were cited
,.5 r1'n ,rties in Alexandria, who had
'.',,.rSl a very small sum in the coun-
"I. and had died, that their families had
lived the full amount for which the
',a,.s..i had been insured. All OF the
ojir--.-s were we'll rendered and to
,Es Yeint. During the evening choice
c.,ar, were handed to those present,
and 10 say that full Justice was done to
,Ta American : favorite solace would be
bgf lain. praise. After the exercises at
'fs hail the visitors were escorted to
PriH- Cafe. where supper had been
,,rs,srsi Tor them by Alexandria Coun-
rI The table was very prettily set and
Ma. adea with salads, oysters in all
-nyIe5. deyiled and hard crabs, and, in
ac. everything that could tempt the
appette. The liquid refreshments were
fji'y 40 TO the standard of the solids.
Al the close of the supper Friend II.
n Gilman, Of Washington, proposed a
toas. to the growth and prosperity OF
Alexandria Council, and was responded
to by Friend w. P. Henshaw, of Alex
mira Council. The Washington guests
let. on the 11:i5 train for their home,
much pleased with their reception by
the Alexandria council. The commit
les ia charge OF the entertainment de
sarve much credit for their work in be-
half of the council. They were Messrs.
lanes McCuep, w. P. Henshaw, E F.
D3wuham. 5. P. Jackson and Lawrence
W. Woody.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26

SUDDEN DEATR.-Mr. Michael Pohl-
mann, who for a number of years has
lived on St. Asaph street, between
King and Cameron, died rather sud-
denly she rtly before nine o'clock this
morning, he having been seen on the
street last night. Mrs. TrautnaD, of
Baltimore, sister-in-law of the decess
ed, was with him at the breakfast table
this morning when he was apparently
in his usual health. Later he walked
into the yard and returning took seat
in chair and without any remark his
head fell forward on his breast, life
apparently being extinct from Apo
plexy or bursting of blood vessel. DR..
N. w. OBriep was Immediately sum-
moned, but medical attention was of no
avail. The deceased was of German
birth, and during his residence here en-
geged in the shoemaking business. He
was quiet and unobtrusive and made but
few acquaintances, though those with
whom he became familiar respected
him. His wife died little over a year
ago. The surviving members of his
family are Mrs. Jacob Schoeffel, of
Herndon, and Mrs. Louis Schnebel, of
Washington. Mr. Pohlmann YVES in
the 10Th year OF his age, and he had
lived in this city for IS years.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26

Two brothers John and James Roddy,
wers hanged at Somerset, Pa, to-day
for the murder of David Berkey. Both
men protested their innocence on the
scaflold Frank Jongran was hanged
at Newcastle, Pa this gaornlpg for the
murder OF his sweetheart, Jesl
sic Corrine. He protested his in
innocence to the end; Fred Rock
well and Patrick Banya were hanged in the
Elk county, Pa Il, iail to-day. Rockwell muir.
dered Lewis Hsines and Bangs murdered
PaI1etto Augusta. Both confessed to their
spiritusl advisers
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26

PERsoNAL-Master Frank Peverill
entertained number of mis- juvenile
friends at q party at his home on south
Fairfax street last night.
Mr.. Harry Holt, OF the internal reve-
nue. Office, left here yesterday for Lynch.
burg to join his company, which has
volunteered 10 respond to the Pres:--
dents call.
Mrs. g. Y Worthipgtor is ser.ously i'll at
her home on Seminary Hill.
Mrs j. H. Irimyer is quito sick at her
home on Prince street.
Mr. Edgar F. Tbompion. of this city, and
Miss Lila Lusby, of Washington, will be mar
RED in the latter city tomorrow,
Miss Mary Power, OF West End. aud Mr..
Poo. of Now York will bs N FRIED to-morss
row at st Mary's Church parsonage.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26

FA1R.-The Catholic fair at Lyceum
Hall, despite the inclemency of the
weather, continues to he attended by
large crowds. Tonight those who at
tend will be entertained by hoop
Dance" which will be executed by sew
eral young ladies.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26
FIFTY FIFTH CONGRESS-.
WASHINGTON, April %.
SENATE.

Interest in the proceedings of the
Senate which for several weeks hss
been intense and was manifested day
after day by crowded galleries has ap-
parently subsidized. To-day when the
Senate convened there were scarcely q
hundred people in the galleries.
At the conclusion of routine morning
business the Senate beg an the consider
alton of private pension bills, the az
rangement being that they should be
considered until the conference report
on the army reorganization bill was
presented.
After the passage OF several pension
bills Mr.. Hawley presented the report
Of the conferees on the army reorgani-
aation bill. The report was agreed to.
Consideration of bills on the pension
calendar was resumed and the calendar
was cleared.
Among the BILLS passed was one
gGntipg pension OF $12 a month to
Nancy Barger, who is 1O5 years old.
A message received from the House
announced the signature OF the Speaker
to the army reorganization bill and re-
questing the signature OF the Vice Pres
ident. A few minutes later Vice Presi-
dent Hobart announced his signature
to the measure.
a bill fixing the salary of the post
master of Washington at $4,000 was
also passed.
At 2 o'clock the Senate went into ex-
ecutive session, and at 2:15 adjourned.
HOUSE.
Arrangements fol the consideration
of the war revenue measure were made
at the opening of the session OF she
House to-day. There was no clash
The leaders en- both sides had reached
e complete agreement and the House
was only asked to ratify it. AS soon as
the journal was read Mr.. Dingley,
chairman OF the ways and means CON-
mittee, reported the measure to the
House and it was ordered printed and
referred to the committee Of the whole
on the state Of the union. The minority
were given until tomorrow to Gle their
views. Mr.. Dingley then gave notice
that he would call the bill up tenor
row st noon and asked unanimous con.
sent that tomorrow and Thursday be
devoted to general debate and that
Friday the bill be taken up for amend
mept and vote be taken at 4 o'clock
Friday. Included In the request was
provision for night sessions 10 morrow
aud Thursday and also provision that
gections q. and Is (the bond sections}
should hrst be open to debate under
the minute rule. The minority
had agreed to the arrangement.
A bill was passed granting TO the
Ssnta Fe q Grand Canyon Railroad
Company any right of way through the
Grand Canyon forest reserve and the
House then resumed the consideration
of the Wise-YouDg contested election
case. Mr.. De Almond. who wss speak
ing in feyos OF the sitting member
when the House adjourned yesterday,
resumed his argument.
Mr., Young, democrat, was surned out
Of, his seat and Mr. Wise, republican,
put into it, by vote of rs to LOG.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26

AGooD TINE Belle Haven Council,
Junior Order of American Mechanics,
held very largely attended meeting
last night at their hall. Considerable
ssiness Of Importance to the members
Sfthe order was transacted. Il check
for $50 was drawn, payable to Mr.. j. I.
Upton, on account of the death of his
wife. The Junior Musical Qrsrtelte
entertained the council with a number
pl pleasing selections.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26
DRY GOODS.
DRY GOODS.

The mo for Maings are strictly
headquarters quality
Orent styles CHINA that
cheap for the purchase
grade goods We have line duplicate
$S Our 20 Mangs market
and the patterns i
We have Matngs give
service and make attractive
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26
MONETARY AND COMMERCIAL.

NEW YORK. April 26.-Gains of small
fraction were the rule at the opening. Real
izing sales brought alb ,ut Sigh; declines i'm
mediately after the opsning, but losses were
son recovered.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-04-26

1t is a great leap frlm the old fashioned
dosos of blue.mass and nauseous physics to
the pleasant little pills known as DeWtts
Little Early Risers They cure constipation,
sick headache and billiopsnes=. Charles
a Iennon