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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20
Gaining a Wide Reputation.

As cure for rheumatism Chamber
lsin's Pain Balm is gaining wide repu-
ta,iop. D. B. Johnson, of Richmond,
Ind., has been troubled with that all
ment since 1862 10 speaking of it he
says: 81 never found anything that
would relieve me until l used Chamber
lain's Pain Balm. It acts like magic
with me. My foot was swollen and
panied me very much, but one good
application of Pain Balm relieved me-"
For sale by all druggists.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20
Volcanic Eruntions

Are grand. but Skin Eruptions rob
life of Joy. Bucklen's Arnica Salve,
cures them; also Old Running and Fee
YER Sores. Ulcers, Boils, Felons, Corns,
W.rts, Cuts Bruises, Burns. Scalds,
Chopped Hands, Cnilblains. Best Pile
cure on earth. Only 25c. box. Cure
guaranteed. Sold by E. s. Leadbeater
& Sons, Druggists.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20

ADVERTISING MAKES BUSINESS MOVE
No business can be well conducted Wi1nous
thu aid Of prelimi nary advertising. FROM
the cradle 70 the grave all the wanls' .n0
necessities and the Injuries o. nan a.e oua
plied through the medium OF the a"N e..'' rs
ment. The newspaper lad Is n,ssn u,,o -,
u m0n between buyers and sellers
O @h;ch cannot be dispensed with. All busl'
~nio lines mon the we'll oiled hinges o! ad-
ue,t, .;ng.@lPhiladelpb Record.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20

AssEssoRs.-Judge Norton today az
pointed Mr. s. l.. Monroe assess aud
MT. Ihos. Chauncey assistant ,ss,s
10 ascertain aud fix he value of prof.
cry In the city for TIE next five years,
commencing on. January l, 1900.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20
THE HOLIDAY TRADE is at its height

The HOLIDAY TRADE IS at us neigos
and many town and country people are
now engaged 10 their Christmas shop
ping. While many of the Alexandra
merchants have showa considerable
en- terprise in purchasing large and well
selected stocks OF goods and extensively
advertising the same, Others seem to
have made no special efforts in this d.
rection and consequently are not doing
the business they would otherwise have
dOne
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20

Senator Mason believe Their. should
De suffrage IN the D strict of Columbia
and last night made a speech before
The Business Mems Association OF
Washington, in which he promised TO
do all in his power in the halls of Co..
gress to have q suffrage bill passed
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20
n....npn "A misplaced

c.ps DAMAGED. = A misplaced
u;,ch in fhe Southern Railway yard
IN this city caused smash-up o. q
number of cars last night. NO one was
hurt Init the cars were scattered pro-
n,,scnonsly about the track.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20

POLICE CoURT.-Mayor George l.
Simpson presiding.-The following cases
were disposed OF this morning..
Two men, charged with sssauitns ana
hesting Mr. Clements. were turned over 10
the county authorities. ..
A white man, charged with vaRrancy was
sent to the work house for 10 days.
Night Beport-Ls,t night was clear anu
cold Two prisoners and one LOGGER were a'
the station house.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20
LOCAL MATTERS.

80. tomorrow at 1882 a. m. and
~ il Ell High water st 11:O3 a. nj.
); ffOS Q. III
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20

ne iemarkstly fire weather continues
me sizes having cleared lsst night after YES,
se'tSs ram. Today has been crisp ana cooi
"'u delightful for out-of. doo- exercise.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20

DeWitt's Little Early Risers purify The
blood, clean the liver, invigorate the system.
Famous lit lie pills for constipation and liver
troubles.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20
apoxder Mill Explosion

Removes everything in sight; so 40
drastic pills, but both are mighty .,; ast
osroue. Don't dynamite the as snusal
eeoachinery of your body with ca lone,
crotou oil or aloes pills, when pr; A, aa
S NV Life Pills, which are gentle as :, a
en- M1 MN n cr breeze, do the work perfectly oi.
s SnreS Headache, Constipation. Only
See d cents. at E. S. Leadbeater q sons
Drug Store.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20

WEEK OF UNION PRAYER SERVICES.
The week of union prayer services
which is annually observed for special
devotion in the Presbyterian, Baptist
and Methodist churches of the city will
begin Monday evening, January /. The
opening services will be held in the
First Baptist Church, and Rev. T. P.
Revelle, of the NJ, P. Church, will Off
ciate. Tuesday evening union services
will be held at Trinity Church, Rev ],
q. Butler, of the Baptist Church,
preaching. The services Wedn esday
will be held in the Second Presbyterian
Church, with q speaker to be supplied.
Thursday. Rev N. B. Master, of Trlni
" Church, will conduct services al the
M, E. Church South, and the series
will close Friday evening with a SER
mon by Rev, E. Y, REGISTER, in the M.
P. Church.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20
Brilliant Cut Glass
For Christmas Gifts.
STORES.

We display all the latest effects, the newest
shapes and cuttings; and the designs are
unique and artistic to degree not hith. rto
approached.
The prices, quality, and general excellence
considered, are very low.
Cut Glass for wedding or holiday gifts will
be carefully packed and shipped at once, or
held subject to the wish of the purchaser.
Fifth floor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20

Ladies. clean your Kid Gloves YES, w III Mrs re
pslIe Glove Cleaner. For sale only o ~ mar.
r E. Bradley, Ala King street. t neau narel.
tors for Kid Gloves and al tae a assI'' '0'N
.;as in fine millinery and fancy gooas'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20
no CURE A CoLu IN ONE Day

Take LAXATIVE BRoMo QUlN1NE TABLETS
All druggists refund the MOI ey if it falls to
cure. E W GROVES signature on each box
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20

Alexandria Market. Dec 20.
The grain market was irmer st the adj
canoe in Wheat mentioned yesterday. Coun-
try produce is irmer, the cooler weather hav,
ing increased tho demand and stItieped
prices,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20
-REv. MR.. THAcKER AccEprs.-T he

REV. Mr.. THAcKER AccEpTs.-T be
Norfolk Ledger says:
Information comes from Alexandria
that Rev. j. Ernest Thacker, OF that
city, has accepted the call extended
him by the Second Presbyterian Church
of Norfolk. No official information
had been received here on the subject
yesterday. but letter has been expect
ed-to be read to the congregation of
the Second Church to night. His salary
10 Alexandria has been 81, 500 and a
manse, but that amount was about to
be increased to $4,000 His salary here
will be $4,000 and 8 msDse-which is
$500 more than the Second Church has
been paying for some time.
A meeting of the congregation of the
Second Presbyterian Church of this CITY
will be held to night at which Mr..
Thacker's request to ask The Presbytery
to sever his relations with the Second
Church in this city will be considered.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20

vrp FHoBABILITIEs.-For this
~ i,ir touieht aud Thursday; winds
~ r -. 10 fresh westerly.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20
DRY GOODS.
DfSY COODS.
Useful Holiday Gifts.
HANDKERCHIEFs.

As usual we display the largest and
| choicest lines Of Mems and Ladies' Linen
handkerchief sold in this city.
Mems Linen Hemstitched Handkerchiefs
quality of linen firm, smooth and msgnifi-
| cent wearer An acceptable Christmas gift.
Price 12lbc.
| Mems Linen Hemstitched Handkerchief.
extra high grade linen. one inch hemstitched.
We make this grade of Linen Handkerchief
| special number during the holiday season.
Price Csc.
Mems Extra Fine Linen Hemstitched
Hsndkerchiefs, specially selected for Christ
| mas remembrance, Price 5Oc
| Mems Holiday Handkerchief. Price DC.
| Ladies' Hem titched Handkerchefs. Price
sc.
Ladies' Hemstitched Linen Handkerchief.
I, Price 1870 We display about ten separate
numbers in this price goods.
| Ladies' Linen Hemstitched Handkerchiefs.
| Price loo.
Ladies' Linen Hemstitchcd Handkerchief.
Price 25c. The entire line of quarter goods
| are sheer and of beautiful quality.
Ladies' Embroidered Hsndkerchiefs, a
| complete assortment. Price 121bc.
During the holiday season we order out
| line of linen hsndkerchiefs of superior grade
| especially for Christmas shoppers, at low
prices.
MEMS HOLIDAY NECKWEAR.
Ali the late novelties Ia Four-in-Hands,
J Puff, Tecks, &C., shown in neat and bright
colors for Christmas business. Prices 25c,
| Soc and Toe.
WARM PRESENTS.
During the excitement Of Christmas shop
| ping don't forget the warm consideration due
| old age.
Mems Warm Cancels Hair Veal Backed
| Underabrts and Drawers, al E1ee. Price
| Soc. This present will gladden. tho hearts of
the the receivers and tho kind act may be
| light towards adding luster to declining in
| trinity.
Ladies' Gem Ribbed Vests and Pants, all
sizes. Price 25c. These should not be over
| looked in the list of gifts for old ladies. One
dollar will buy four pieces of this warm IN
der clothing of warmth, health and recipro-
caty mbiBed
HOLIDAY COLLARS AND CUFFS.
Upwards OF 100 dozen Mems New Collars
and Cuffs received for holiday purchase We
| aim to suit the TASTE of all callers in low, me-
dunn and high standing collars. Prices 12lac
| and 25c.
HOLIDAY POCKETBOOKs.
A collection OF now Pocketbooks with low
prices. Many choice patterns in high grade
books at 81, $3.50 and 80.
HOLIDAY sUSPENDERs.
One case Of Mems Atwood Supenders for
tie holiday business. Man is not complete
without q pair of these long wearing sus-
penders, and about Christmas pair or so is
always acceptable. Prices 25c Soc and
$1.25.
HOLIDAY CORsETs.
A branch OF our business We never neglect
about the holiday season. Ksbo and Sonnette
Corsets sre held in high esteem by the ladies'
of our city. Prices SOC and 81.
G. M. ADAMS.
All King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20
The Best Presentation for Chills

The Best Prescription for Chills
a and Fever is bottle of GROVES TAsrELEss
|A'LL IONIC 1t is simply iron and qninnlnh'
- 'asteless form. No cnre-no pay. ooo'
MIS- B. Churchill, Berlin, VT. says: our
,@oy WAS covered with running 8, res. 10
" ~ Witch Hazel salve cured her" a spl :
VA ioF plies and skin diseases. Beware oi
worthless counterfeits,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20

co-s4 per ton for White Ash Pea Goa
delivered: Dew. A1ycHEsoH.
dec14 1w
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20
HANDKERCHIEFS.

Gentlemen's Hemstitched handkerchief,
linen or silk.
Ladies' Handkerchief, embroidered or
plain hemsttched, at sc, 1Oc, 12tc and 26c
each.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20
TABLEICLOTHS,

fringed in red and white, and red and greer,
&C. al Cor, 75c and e5c each.
Oil Boiled at 81 %, 81 80, $1.75 and So.
Table loths, frinQed, pure linen, in plain
white. also red and blue borders, at 1925.
Table Cloths and Napkin Sots.
Table Cloth Patterns
Chenille Table Covers at 29c, 75c and
$1.75c each.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20
Mems Wooden
Blanket Wrappers

Blanket wrappers
Make most sensible and pleasing gift. We
show very excellent assortment ard offer,
as very special value. let in neat stripes
and checks and in small, medium, and large
sizes. They are equipped with girdle to
match, and are suitable for bedroom and bath.
room use. steamer and railway travel.
Special price. 81 so each.
First floor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20
UMBRELLA.
Handsome line at sll prices.

GENIIEMEN7S SUSPENDEh,
Fancy webb, at 25c and soc. suspenders
silk webb. in boxec. at Doc.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20

Always welcome in any homo. They come
into play in scores of different ways about
house. We show q choice line conspicuous
for variety aud beauty-ranging in prices
from Csc to SIS each.
Third floor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20

few Wagons. Doll Carriages in various
Sizes Sleighs, Sleds, and variety OF Smaller
Toys, left over which we will CLOSE OUT
as above mentioned.
NEW LINE OF DOLLS,
all sizes and kinds. The prettiest to be
found at the prices 25c to 81.
KID GLOVES
for ladies in tans or grey. lace or clasp. War
ranted, 81.
GENTLEMEN's DRESS GLOVES,
in dressed or undressed kid, silk lined or
unlined.
EEcKTIEs, IMPERIALs,
Puffs or Bows. The latest at 25c and 500
each. few SOC Teck Scarfs 10 close out at
39c each.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20
For 81, $l.25 and $3.50.
From 81 to S..

Very handsome pictures in pastel, rea
richly framed engravings, very handsome
silver, rich vases in japanese ware, UNI
Vienna vases, bisques, &C., screens, elder
cts, fine white quilts linen table linens, 81
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20

Ali the late novelties In Four-n- Hands,
Puff Tecks, &C., shown in neat and bright
colors for Christmas business. Prices 25c,
Soc and Toe.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-12-20
DRY GOODS.
DRY GOODS.
December "a.

Just six purchasing days for the Xmas of 1899
condensed list of presents suitable for the season
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1899-09-08
The Eternal Fitness.

ou-you want to see me?" said the
W,%neSs man, as he turned in hts office
chair at the entrance of stranger.
"Yes. SIR was the reply from the
weil-dressed, prosperous looking caller.
Il left your house half an hour ago"
HIM! One Of my wife's relatives
brother or something's
mo, sir, am IA tramp. / called there
TO ask for an old coat, and she hunted
me up this outfit-overcoat, business
suit, hat, shoes, everything. These
things must have cost you at least
$50
Nearer $780, growled the business
man.
Don't doubt II, but you see the fix
I'm in3 There is such a thing as the
eternal fitness OF things, | can't go
around striking fo! for u njckle in
no such rig-out as this"
Nor
And no one would think OF asking
me 20 carry out ashes or shovel snow
"WcNT'
''Wcli. you'll have to give me n job
or I shall have to return the clothes"
The merchant scratched his head.
sighed heavily and. ringing his bell,
he said {" tie hoy who answered IL:
Joseph. tell Mr.. Markham to put
this gentleman To work at SD per
week and advance him as fast as his
talents and attention 10 my interests
seem to deserve"
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1899-09-08
Blood Thicker Than WAITER.

That II exists there can be no doubt.
Even to people on this side of the At
lantc II is apparent; and those who.
like myself, have lately passed through
the United States can testify TO its in
tepslty and spontaneity. The cause
which has produced il Is not far to
seek. greater sympathy and friend
ship has been apparent for two or three
years. Even the excitement about the
Venezuelan dispute failed to disturb
1t; and when it looked as if Continen-
tai Europe was disposed TO en,er the
contest between the United States and
Spain, not so much in defense of Span
ish interests as with view OF humili-
atfng the United States, there appeared
genuine sympathetic interest which
extended from the man in the stree,
to the Cabinet Minister at Whitehall.
We pitied the fall of Spain. but we
could not help feeling that our kins-
men were tsking up the cause for
which this country In the past has
spent so much and made such gigantic
sacrifices. AS became a neutral. we
were unmoved spectators OF events. I'M
til that whisper arose which stirred ia
all to our depths.
When 1t became evident that an in
trigue was on foot To throw Latin
ailance INTO arms agaiEs. the United
States. the voice of Great Britain was
Enthusiastically heard, ard we showed
plainly that in such an event Gresi
Britain must be reckoned with. and
any attempt to wrest from our kins
men the gains won by her sons ashore
and ahoat by combination Of Conti-
mental Europe, would hav, 20 meet the
whole Anglo-Saxon race in armed al
lance. The storm passed. but that lit
tie proof of our sincerity did more
than torrent OF wo ds TO establish
cordial relations between the United
States and Great Britain. Our kins
men realized for tile Grr time. what
we have never dcubi I'd over here. that
differ as We may between ourselves.
neither OF us would ever see the fleg
OF Anglo-Saxon freedom dipped on
either side of the Atlantic to an over
whelming combination OF Continental
Europe.-Lord Charles Beresford I'm
Pail Mall Magazine.
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1899-09-08
OVER DIPLOMATIC
He Tried In Vain To Explain His
Peculiar Actions.

SChhtA $hCtAOhSs
Mr.. MeektOn was gazing at his wife
with that inane and amiable fixity
which comes into mans face when he
has been mapping and is ashamed of
the fact,
'Leonidas." she said sternly.
What is it, my dear?" he inquired,
as he Strengthened himself up In his
sleepy hollow chair.
What is the matter?"
Nothing is the matter" he said
growing red in the face. 81 haven't
intimated that there was anything
wrong, have z"
No. But you have been behaving
rather queerly. Just now you gave a
little start and exclaimed. Yes, Hen
Tietta, ! agree with you, perfectly >"
We'll, answered he, apprehensively,
There isn't anything in that to take
exception to, is there?'
Are you sure you meant itT'
Every word of it,
You had given the matter due con-
sideration before you spoke?"
Certainly. Do you doubt it, Henri
etta?''
'Oh. no. But I can't help attaching
some significance TO the fact that /
hadn't uttered word during the ten
minutes previous to your enthusiastic
Endorsement Of my sentiments"
We'll, to tell the truth, Henrietta,
had been asleep and something aWOke
me, and / naturally supposed-that is
10 say, took Ii for granted''-and then
he gave it up.-Washington Star.
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1899-09-08
No Right TO uqliness.

The woman who is lovely in face. fo rn
and temper will always have friends, but
her health. If she is weak. sicklv snd
all run down. she will be nervous and
irritable IL she has constipation or
kidney trouble. her impure blood will
canse pimples, blotches, skin eruptions
and wretched complexion. Eeiectric
to regulate stomach, liver and kidneys
and to purify the blOoi. 1t gives strong
nerves, bright eyes. smooth, velvety skin
rich com oleXion. Ii will make n good
looking charming woman of run do WI
Invalid only 30 cents at Jno. e. ia ok
sons Drug Erug Store.
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1899-09-08
His Life Was Saved

MI. j. f. Lilly. prominent citizen of
Hannibal, Mo, lately had n wonderful
deliverance from frightful death. In
telling of If he says: ~ was taken with
Typhoid fever, that ran into pneumonia.
My lung sbecame hardened. 1 was 50
helped me. i expected to soon die of
Consumption, when heard of Dr. King 5
New Discovery. One bottle gave great
relief. continued To use il, aud now am
Wei and strnns. cant say To" much in
us praise. This marvellous medicine il
the surest aid quickest cure in the world
TOR all Throat and Lung Trouble. Reg
niar sizes 20 cents and 81 90. Trial bot
Ties free at Jno. L. J"ckson's Drug store:
every bottle guaranteed
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1899-09-08
Volcanic Eruptions

Are grand but Skin Eruptions rob life
Vi JOY. Bucklen's Arnica Salve cures
tsnem, also Old Running and Fever sores
Ulcers, Boils, Felons, COINS, Warts Cuts.
pih9i ,s"1s' Burns, Scalds, ChapDed Hands.
NniIoiains. Best Pile cure on earth.
Drives out Pains and Aches. Only Ok
cents box Cure guaranteed Sold nv
Jno. E. jackson. Druggist. y
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1899-09-08

At Ouray, Col, Harry StamInger.
aged seventeen, was killed and
Frank Murdock, aged seventeen.
was MORALLY wonn,led by Henry
Bar holomuS, Whose watprm lion
patch they werr raid,ng.
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1899-09-08
Bismark's iron Nerve
-

was the result of his splendid sealth
indomitable will and tremendous energy
are not found where stomach. Liver. Kid
neys and Bowels are out of order. IL
you want these qualities and the success
tney pring, use DIR. Kings New Lifts
fnis. They develop every power of
praiu and body. Only 25c at Jno. K.
Jackson's drug store.
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1899-09-08
Another Depew.

Mr.. Stubb-Maria, what was that
tramp after that was preaching so loud
out in the yard?
Mrs. Stubb-He was after dinner.
Mr.. Stubb-Hm. one Of those after
dinner speakers, | suppose.-CL !caRo
News.
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1899-09-08

Forty people were injured at
winchester by being caught under
circus tent which was thrown
down by the storm.
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1899-09-08
.tUCKLkN'S AKNICA SALNl

HE BEST SALvE in the world for
outs, bruises, Sores, Ulcers. Salt
'.heum, Fever Sores, letter, Chapped
LANDS. Chill blains, Corns and la
kin Eruptions, and positively cures
t'!Ies, or no pay required. 1t is
>',;-ranteed 10 give periect satisfa C
-. or money refunded. Iricen +
cid bA Jno.E. Jackon, druggist.
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1899-09-08

AT Electric, Ala, Peter Luin and
his son, aged fifteen, charged with
murder, We're taken from the Jail
by masked mob and killed.
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1899-09-08

Thomas Downing threw rock
at Albert Anderson at Marysville,
Mo-, and killed him.
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1899-09-08
A3~SIIA.
The fac n
I Ggrature/ NNN~N every
Of S<t2<ZZ NI[CZ<N vravpeI

Mrs. ThoS. b. Floyd took ten
grains oI morphine at Richmond.
Va, and died from the effects of
the dose.