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Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11
Military Officers Meet

The board of officers of the First In
fantry, N. G. D., held a meeting Monday
evening at the armory, Twelfth and
Orange streets, Wilmington, and outlined
plans for a revision of the work. It wes
decided to follow military customs closely
in the affairs of the regiment, with a
view to placing it on better footing than
at present.
Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11
The Editors Busy Nav

The editor was busy when he was
asked: "How are the marketsp' The
inquirer was referred to the Office wit.
#he Locked up wisely and said: eeYon,,c,
men unsteady: girls lively and in de-
mand; papas firm but not declining:
mammas unsettled, waiting for higher.
bids; coffee considerably mixed; fresh
fish active and slippery; eggs quiet and
expected to open SOON,
Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11
Beouests to Charities

I The will of Mrs. Caroline ]. McClary
" ffa4sstt7fa Irh;nh runs 6Iad c4
day, leaves 5000 to the Home for Aged
Women, 5000 to the Delaware Hospital
to maintain free bed to be known as
the Samuel J. McClary, Jr., memorial
bed, in memory of the deceased's hus
band, and $500 to West Presbyterian
Chnrch.
Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11
No More Screens

Saloon keepers. of Wilmington who
have screens in their windows have been
notified to remove the distinctions so
that people can see the bar. There is a
law against having screens in the saloon
windows but as no complaints were made
until recently it was not enforced. The
order has been obeyed.
Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11
succeed, Mr. Msh1Mv

]. s. Elliott, of Georgetown, supervi-
sor of the Delaware, Maryland and Yir-
ginia railroad, has been Transferred to the
main Office of the Delaware railroad at
Clayton to succeed John MaAoney, and
has been succeeded by Richard NSilvis, of
Tacony, assistant supervisor Of the New
York division of the Pennsylvania rail-
road.
Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11
No Whispering

Folks OF the Methodist Church al
Georgetown who dislike whispering dt r
ing the service have taken novel way
OF stopping that nuisance. They have
requested one Of the town pal ers to print
the names of the whisperers in the next
issue unless they stop the annoying
practice.
Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11
County Tax Collentinns

County Treasurer Rettew reports the
following collections of county taxes in
April: Wilmington, $3, 125. 30; New CastleV
S556.96; Blackbird, $26966; Mill Creek,
$62S.09; Pencader, $408.25; Red Lion,
$l94.13; Brandywine, $312.O7; White
Clay Creek, $262.5S; APPOINTMENTS,
$4O244.
Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11
Trout FiuhinR

The trout fishing season at Bowers
Beach has opened and to those not ac-
nnainted with this business, its volumne
is surprising. People come from back
near the Maryland line-and beyond
thereto get sea trout; which they take
home and salt down for winter use, and
as many as fifty teams at oRe time await
the hauling of seines at theih height of the
Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11
Wants Son pisoboroad

FORMER Senator Higgins has been re.
famed by Lindsay Wilson to obtain the
discharge q Of his son, aged 10 years, from
the army. Young Wilson enlisted three
months ago, against the wishes of his
Philippines. " WV
Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11
They viii Reprsssn+ n.,.

John s. Rossell, William Lawton and
Henry G. Conrad have been appointed by
Governor HUM to represent Delaware
at the convention of the National Civir
Federation to be held in Buffalo May 2sd
and 24th. ~
Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11
Pension for Glasgow Man

Colonel John Wainwright has obtained
a pension for Lewis Money, residing at
Glasgow, this county, of Sc month from
December %, 1897. Mr.. Money served
in Company F. First United States Col
ored Infantry.
Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11
Flour Mills Rurnsd

Smiths Eureka -four mills, near Longs
wood, Nd, were burned Sunday. This
is the third time these mills, at the head
of Miles River, previously known ss
Pottses' and Elben's mills, have been =
burned. It was roller process floa- %
factory: The loss 500 with aho,,t lt
S., 1000 insurance behind it. Mr gm;th ghs
the proprietor, will rebuild.
Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11
NO SMALL P0X IN sEAFo2D

There snot case of small pox in Sea
ford and the town is entirely clear of this
epidemic. The following letter from DR..
Dawson explains itself:
EDITOR OF SEAFoRD NEws:-It is a
pleasure to assure the ubIic through
your paper, that the small pox is now
stamped out of our town and communitv
There are no cases in town now, and the
three cases in the pest camp are now well
and will be cleaned up and sent to their
homes to-day or Sunday. The citizens
breathe more freely and the business
pulse beats stronger.
Respectfully,
f. DAWSON,
Physician to Health Board.
Nav 9d 1001
Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11
Charter Granted

A charter was granted Wednesday to
the Twentieth Century Social and Liter
ary Club of Rehoboth, with eapital
stock Of Sz,006 fhis eitib will ddeta bt less
be one of the most popular organizations
at this rapidly growing summer resort.
Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11

A big Fourth of July celebration will
be held at Georgetown this year, the
program to include two games of base
ball, big parade and grand fire work
display.
Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11

jeremiah Morris, aged IS years, of
Bndgevllle, was shaved by barber, W.
T. Beckwith, Tuesday, for the first t;ne
in his life. Ss '--A0
Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11
Middletown, Del.

Building of every description and all
material furnished if wanted. l handle
everything that is used in any building,
and contract and do every kind or work
that is done on same, SO yon have only
one man to contract with, and if you
would like to see some beautiful designs
OF dwellings, call at my house opposite
the M. Z. Church, where I will be glad
to show you and have talk. You will
hnd me very reasonable in every parti-
cular. 6.an-1v
Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11

The melancholy days have come
The saddest of the year
When men in panic flee from home
House cleaning times are here.
Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11

Officials of the Department of State
deny that they have been informed by
Mr.. Montagu White, Boer Agent in the
United States that Mr.. Paul Kruger, late
President of the Transvaal Republic,
would visit this country in October, al
though Mr.. White was quoted as having
said that he was told at the Department
that the officials of this government
would meet Mr.. Kruger cordially as they
would any other foreign visitor, but that
he would not be received officially.
Middletown transcript., 1901-05-11
Respectful
May Sd

Physician to Health Board.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-03
TELEGRApHlC BREVITIES.

Eighteen Chinese and seven Rus.
SLAMS were killed today 10 collision on
the Manchurian railway near Kharbip.
Six persons we're shot at Point Pleas
ant, N. j., this morning as the outcome
of q serenade to newly married couple.
As yet none have died from injuries sus.
tanned.
Charles Brown was hanged In the
Mount Holly, N. j., jail yard at 1910
this morning for the murder OF Wash.
ington Hunter, on January 2z'h last.
Before being executed Brown assaulted
bis spiritual advisor with an iron bar
and made desperate attempt to escape
the gsllows by running out of bis cell
and down the corridor. Alter this SEQ.
sstional occurrence the criminal sur
rendered st the point of pistols and wss
banged at 1910 O'Clock. Otto Keller,
6 party to the murder, lie waiting SEN
tence, having turned States evidence
after bis arrest 10 New York. Miller,
another man implicated, is sill at large
In suit brought In Newport News, We
yesterday, Judge Blackstone decided that .
check for gambling debt cannot be collected
and that the utterer who gave 9 worthless
cheok csnnot be forced to make 1t good.
Tn consolidation Of the State National and
National Hide and Leather Banks, two o.
the most prominent banks in Boston, Is 81
nounced today.
Gen. Alger, ex-Secretary Of War, is confn
cd to his home In Detroit on account Of 70
lapse Of Bright's diEese
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-03

DEATH OF COLONEL HoME.-Mr.
Fraok Hume, OF the county, re-.
oeiyed Information this morning OF
The sudden death from hesrt trouble
of his kinsman, Colonel David Milne
Home. of Wedderburn Castle. Brewick-
sh 70, Scotland, at the age OF sixty'three
wears. Toe coloael in company OF his
daughter aud cousin. Admiral ST. Clair
arrived at Egemuth to inspect the dam"
age done ty the late storm to the sea
wall, aud 90 reaching the train to re-
turn home, his death took place. He
was colonel ofihe Roysl Horse Guards
and took part under Lord Wolseiey In
the EgyptisD campaign, leading 10 the
famous midnight charge of the English
cavalry at Kasssssip. He was subse.
ouently decorated by the late Queen
Victoria al Wiodsor for b services 10
the Egyptisn war, receiving medal
and star of the Osmanioh. Col. Home
when q captain was commissioned by his
government to convey to Lord Lyons
a demand on the U aited States govern
meut for the unconditional surrender
of Mason aud Slidell. For many years
he served as r member OF parliament,
having been elected as conservative.
He married Jane. daughter OF Sir Thos.
Buchan Hepburn, Bart, and leaves nine
children. Besides owning grand old
w sdderburn Cas- lie. he was the proprie'
TOR Of CAldrs, Billie, EYemu,h. and
Paxton near Brewick on Tweed. These
old sod beautiful estates have bean 10
the Home family many centuries AND
are historically among the most inter'
esting 10 Scotland.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-03

TRAMP BEGGARs.-As winter ap-
prosohes the tramp beggar makes bis
appearance. and sf or being ousted from
his lodging quarters in the station
house these characters scatter toward
different parts of the city for the pur.
pose of begging their breakfasts. They
wait until they see the man OF the
house leave for work. then approach
and make their wants known to the
female inmates. While none can con-
scientiously turn hungry person from
the door, the fact remains that the
larger percentage of trsmps which al
WAYS iniest the country could find en-
ployment if they really wished 1t. They
certainly could at thlsI time, and there
Is but little excuse for their normadC
life
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-03

THE WEATHER Between ten and
eleven O'Clock last night the stars
grew dim and the indications OF falling
weather became general. After mid.
night rain set 10 aud il has continued to
fell at intervals ever since. The day
has been dark aud exceedingly dism al
AMI people compelled to be out
have been subjected 10 much incon-
veDieDce. There were, however. but
few people on the streets, and they bur
ried along "a fast as possible. Around
the wharves the scene was especially
dismal. On Union street the water
stood 10 pnddles and between the rail-
road tracks canals formed. Pedestrians
compelled to move about that thorough.
fare jumped from mound to mound In
order to keep from going over their
shoetops. On the Strand mud added
TO the discontinue occasioned by SUBJ
merg I'D sidewalks and miniature lakes.
There were no arrivals nor departures
save the regular steamers. The north.
east wind came in heavy flaws and the
MARYLAND shore was at times obscured.
Ia other sections OF the city the dis
comfture was market and all who
could retrested to shelter as soon So
possible.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-03

The UNION DEPOT SITE Senator
MCMILLAN, Chairman OF the Senate
Committee on the District OF Columbia
A. J. Osssatt, President of the PeDnsyl'
vanis Railroad Company. aad Mr.,
Burnham, Chairman Of the Park Con-
mission, and the architect for the design
of the union station 10 Washington, held
an informal conference today 10 the
room of the Senate Committee on the
District of Columbia and discussed plans
for the union depot authorized by the
last Congress. 1t is believed that the
depot will be located north of Mass
aohusetts avenue, on the line OF the
tracks of the Baltimore and Ohio Ball
road. This location Is said to have the
approval of the District OF Columbia
Commissioners.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-03

ANOTHER VICTIM.-Another victim
OF the bar0arous and iBhuman treat
ment of the members OF their crews By
the captains OF the oyster boats lies a.
the Emergency Hospital, Washington,
with q severe case OF iDhsmmatory
rheumatism and frozen feet. He lie
Martin NJ. Slmmonds, twenty years old
OF Baltimore. After two months work
he was put ashore Saturday at Red
mond's Wharf. below Colonial Beach,
with only 81. He was taken TO WASH
ipgton Sunday night on the steamer
Harry Randall and sent to the hospital.
The other victim OF savage treatment
on q dredger, Edward Herzog, grove
weaker every day.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-03

CONFEDERATE VETERANs.-R. T..
Lse Camp Confederate Veterans hell
is regular monthly meeting at u Q
Camp Hall last night, Commander Cor
man presiding. But little business OF
importance was transacted other than
appointing a committee to make ar
engagements for the observance Of Gen.
r. E. Lees birthday on January 10,
1902 The following committee were
appointed Ga orators--Oomrsdes K
Kemper, Edgar WsrAeld and J: NJ
johnson. 90 baDquet-Comrades Thos.
Perry, A. G. Wyokoff, F J. Davidson,
q Wa. Ramsay and E. O. Graham.
After close Of business the camp listen
ed to g very interesting reading by
Comrade Chas. S. Taylor OF an address
delivered by Hon. w. E. Cameron be
fore A. P. Hill Camp OF Petersburg,
January 10 last.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-03
LOCAL BREVITIES.


The rain Of last night land today stopped
street paving work.
No business was transacted In the Circuit
Court for the city today.
The missionary tea thst was held No. 9lC
King street this afternoon will DO he'd TO
morrow afternoon also.
George Mason Council, Royal Arcsnum,
will have Q I'm oker and an elect on Of officers
at their meeting tonight.
The lad o, who will manage the fair for the
benefit OF the Alexandria Light Infantry
met last night or msde arrangements Of the
booths, DO.
The funeral Of the late John Stephenson
will take place tomorrow morning from the
residence OF Mr.. Harry Hsnzmon, on norm
Royal street.
As heretofore stated, gamo Of basketball
will be played ct the armory tonight between
the Alexandria Light Infantry team ard the
Corcorsn Cadets, Of Washington.
Rev. Alfred Harding, Of 81. PAuPs Church,
Washington. will preach at st. Psups Church
In this city tom GROW evening at 1880 o'clock.
He comes In behalf Of the Daughters OF the
King.
The funeral Of Miss Annie L. Arnold, who
died Of the Emergency Hospital, In Washing
ton, on Saturday last, took place at 3 o'clock
this afternoon from Christ Episcopal Church.
The funeral services we're conducted by Rev.
Bergman Green.
The United States Coast Survey steamer
photographer arrived here early last night
and stopped at the Washington Ferry Com.
psny's wharf. This morning she anchored
out Ia the stream, The photographer is on
her way down the river.
The Secretary of the Treasury, In trans
hitting to Congress the estimates OF the Dis
trict OF Columbia Tor the expenses Of the Dis
trict for the fiscal year beginning July 1,
1902 recon m snds that the amount sske by
he commissioners, $40, 441 4Sl 81 DO re-
duced to 81 5000 o.
Andrew Green, 3 travelling salesman from
Alexandria. and Miss Bessie Purk, who for
merly lived in Washington, were arrested last
night In the latter city on q charge OF petit
larceny. Green was charged with repi esept.
log himself as law officer and with the
woman forcing drestmaker 10 surrender 8
dress which did not belong to his companion.
By the terms Of deed placed on record In
Washington yesterday, George z. Hamilton
and Joseph Darlington, trustees, convey TO
Capt Herbert Bryant, Of this city, lots al
and %, in Michsel Tal.y's subdivision,
square 400. The consideration named in
the instrument Is $43.655. The property
affected BY the sale is located on the south
side Of F street, between Twelfth ass Thir.
tenth streets northwest.
Representative Champ Clark, Of Missouri,
yesterday followed his usual custom OF intro
ducing . bill In the House, providing terri.
torisl form Of government for the District Of
Columbis. Under this bill the District will
DO called the Territory Of Columbia. It's
other provisions are the same ss those given
in previous bills of this character presented
by Mr.. Clark. 1t will be sent to the District
committee.
Detective Tyser. Of Washington, started
for Eufsula, Ala, last night, to bring back
Samuel F, Murphy, who is under arrest there
for alleged forgery and false pretenses said to
have been committed In Washington.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-03

RETURNS TO 81. ELIzABETH's.-Mrs'
Katherine 8. Mackey was returned to
the Government Hospital for the in
sane yesterday evening, voluntarily &C
companying so attendant OF the insti-
tuition from the homo OF former Mrf.
Msckey, near RossIyu. An effort OF
Judge Thomas 8 Msckey, her hug
band earlier In the day to induce her
10 return was Intellectual. Mrs. Mackey
disappeared Saturday evening while
being escorted from Ohsse's Theatre,
where she had attended performance.
o. she:nsd frequently done on previous
occasions, 10 company with an attend
ant from the Institution.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-03
How To CnrA Oronn-

Mr.. 4. Gray, who lives near Armenia,
Duchess county, N. Y, says: "Cham-
berlain's Cough Remedy is the best
medicine l have ever used. 1t is a
fiue cbildren's remedy for Group and
never fails to cure" When given az
soon as the child becomes hoarse, OF
even after the croupy cough has devel-
oped, it will prevent the attack. This
should be borne in mind and bottle Of
the Cough Remedy kept at hand ready
for instant nee as soon - these symp'
toms appear. For sale By Richard
Gibson, druggist.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-03

CONCERT. AS has been stated, there
will be concert in Christ Church
Parish Hall tonisht. A large number
OF we'll known singers from this city
and Washington will take part, among
Others DR.. Bishof. the well Known
vocal teacher, and Prof. Olmstead. OF
Washington. This will undoubtedly
be one OF the best concerts given here
10 a long time and, considering the
large number of tickets that have been
sold, full house is expected. The
following will be the programme:
1. Piano Solo,. ................ Unsolicited
MISS YoUNa.
Q. Soprano Solo, The Rose Fable. ..... Hswley
MRS. WILSON YOUNG.
8. Tenor Solo,. Golden Days Are Passing BY.
Mr.. D. E. ROBERTS.
A. Soprano Solo, Ecstasy, .....-.. .......... Bosch
MRS. WILSON YOUNG.
b. Violin Solo, b.Bsrcsrolle .........-Fischer
MISS HELEN NORRIS WH1TTLEsEY.
8. Tenor Solo,. ......... Selected
NE. HoRATIo BENCH.
7. Coutrslte Solo, Lett signor.. Les Hugenots
MISS EDNA SCOTT NTH.
8. eoprano Solo, Hearts Delight ..... Gilcbrist
MRS CHABLEs BAILEY.
MEssRs. RENcH, BIRCH, HICKS AND MOORE.
10. C0ntralto solo, Rannsb
Good Bye, Sweet Day,
MISS SARA TAYLOR,
IL. Bass Solo. Jupsy jan. -. ..".Herbert
Mr. JANIS HICKS.
~. Duet, Home To Our Mountains. Verdi
MISS SMITH and Mr.. MILLS.
10. Tenor Solo
Nh, HoRATIo BENCH.
IA. Soprano Solo, -SiSh SS'f Lax %Si Bose
......................Ne vins
MRS. CHARLES BAILEY.
10. Violin Solo, Nocture.....Ch Chopin, opus
Miss HELEN NORRIS WHITTLEsEY.
10. Tenor Solo, Good Bye. ........ ....... Tosti
Mr.. WILLIAM MILLS.
IL. Contrslto Solo. 81 Love You" .....6obeski
MISS EDNA SCOTT SMITH.
MEssRs RENcH, BIRCH, HICKS and Moore.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-03

PROPERTY SALES &C. II. Hinken has
sold to Herbert Mills a house and lot
on Patrick street, between Pendleton
and Wvthe, for $500.
The Old Dominion Building Associs'
ton has sold to N. L. Williamson q
house aud lot on Queen street, between
Patrick and Henry, for 81 30.
The Mount Vernon Building Asso-
citation has sold to N. L. Williamson q
lot adjoining the above for $3.50.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-03

Cbildren's Fancy Hsndksrchiefs al lie, SO
and sc.
Ladies' Initial Hsndkerchiefs at sc.
Gents White Hemssitched and Fancy Bor-
dered Handkerchlefs sc.
Gents Initial Handkerchief, Ice quality
ct 1910.
Ladies' Embroidered Hsndkerchiefs, worth
12lac ct Zoe.
Ladies' Ice Embroidered Handkerchiefs
for 1910.
Lsdies Fine Embroidered Handkercbiefs
at 25c, 39c, Soc to So.
Gents White China Silk Hsndkerchisfs &C
25e, soc and Toe.
white silk Mpfflsrs sec, Toe ahd 81.
Mems White Silk Initial Handkerchief,
beauty at Soc.
Childrenis Handkerchief, 3 In fancy
box. for 15c.
Ladies' Kid Gloves at 79c, 81, 81. % and
$50.
Mems Kid Gloves ut ST. 25 and 31.50.
Boys Kid Glove', fur tops, soc.
Children's Kid Bitts, fur tops. SOC.
Ladies' Heavy Fleece Wool Gloves, 16c.
Ladies' aud Misses Heavy Mtts at &c.
Children's Heavy Mitts st Sc.
Z Boys Astrskan Gloves ct 26c.
Mems Heavy Wool Gloves at 25c.
A Beautiful Line Ladies' Neckwear for the
holiday trade.
Boys Windsor Ties, Bows and searfs 25c.
Largo line Mems Neck wear at 26c and soc.
Silk Umbrellas, beautiful fancy handles,
SO 10 $6.
Mons Fancy Half Hose at 1870 and Csc.
Mons Fine Gsuze. Heavy eeamlea Socks,
10c pair.
Nisses' and Cbildren's Hose. Ice quality,
for 21hc
Ladies' White Aprons, 15e, 100, Zoe. 800
to 69c.
Applique Bareau scsrfs and shsms, 25c to
White and Ecru Irish Point Panels for
doors, Toe.
A hsnd,ome line OF Chidren's and Misses
Fur sets, 06c to S6.9S.
Ladies' Muifs, Csc TO $t098.
Ladder Fur Neck Pieces, eec to $12.99
Lace Curtains, SOC, Toe, $1.o0 to $1,000
pair.
Large sise Chenille Table Covers, worth
q. 90, at 59c.
Blsschsi Table Linens at 25c TO 81. 80 yard
Large line Of Dinner Napkins, soc TO 50 90
per dosen.
Fancy Silks for Waists, 81 90 value for 59c.
Silk Stripe Fancy Plsids, 10c yard.
Atwood Pebble Cloths, Acc vslce, CSC yard.
Atwood Venetian Cloths, Acc.
Large, Double wLite Blankets, Soc.
Bed Comforts. 69c.
Ladder Side sstchels, 25c, 50c, s1.00,
$1.26.
White Apron Goods, 10c value, ct 6slc,
White Apprentices, 123c.
Lsdies' Oxford Rsgjans $9.96.
Misses' Automobile Coats, IS 96
1zrA Fancy Box given away With Kid
Gloves, and HsndEerchisfs 10 the amount Of
76c.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-03
An EYanrelisf,s Story.

II suffered for years with bronchial or lung
trouble and tried various remedies but did
not obtain permanent relief until / com.
menced using One Minute Coush Cure -
writes Rev James Kirkmsn, evangelist OF
Belle River, III. II hsve no hesitation In
recommending it to all sufferers OF thi, kind. "
One Minute ,ough Cure affords Immediate
relief for coughs colds and all kinds OF tbros,
and lung troubles For Group il 10 IN.
equallsd. Absolutely safe. Ve.y pleasant
20 take, never falls and Ia really . fsvorite
with the children. They like IL. For sale
By E, g. Lesdbester q sopk
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-03

THE MEMORIAL BRIDGE -Represen-
tatiye Rlxey, OF Virginia, yesterday IN
troduced bill to appropriate Is. OOO, OOC
for the construction Of a memorial
bridge across the Potomac TO Airing
ton National Cemetery. The bill has
been pending before Congress for sew
eral years. and two years ago 1t came
within few votes of passing the House
in the shape OF q Senate amendment
to 50 appropriation bill. Mr.. Rlxey
will press the early consideration of the
bill.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-03

PERsoNAL.-Mr. Harris B. Dodge,
formerly of this city. has resigned bis
position 10 the Treasury Department,
Washington, and has gone to Psrkers'
burg, W. Va, to engage In the practice
OF law, MIR. Dodge having recently
graduated from the law department OF
the National Uoiversity. he at one
time held a position 10 the internal
revenue Office 10 this city.
Messrs. K. Kemper, T. w. Robinson,
G. B. Marshall, r. L. Field, Arthur
Paul, r. w. Arnold, A. II. Oshlert and
J. P. Steiper have gone to Richmond to
attend the Grand Lodge of MasoDs Of
the State which meets tonight.