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The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1901-07-20

HNoTE-Trains leaving Houston at445p.
4 ana arriving at Houston at ,4sa m and
ph.a5 a, N. also run into Grand Central de-
5pt departing 10 minutes earlier and arriV-
"a Ten minutes later than time given above.
Trains arrive ana depart from the Grand Cen
<ePot eSoep, the Missouri. Kansas s. Texas
\, Shleh have depot In the Fifth ward. the In
tonal & Great Northern and Columbia Tap,
A use the International and Great Northern de-
Il Congress avenue and the Houston East and
Texas morning train which leaves from and
n at the Houston East and West Texas depot
Missouri, Kansas & Texas and Galveston,
~ & Henderson trains rass the International
kIeat Northern DEPOT
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1901-07-20

Liberty Avenue Baptist church, cc i,le
81 Liberty avenue and Hardy stEcc'. s.hoG,
mar services next sunday sunidday sn npS.
~ AM AM preaching at II a, m. and ( r. n
nnerIn9 diseonrse: Am ! My Brother
hseperA' Subject for night 49,.
tue n'" r,..rer meeting Wednesday night.
&s m urge Inc attendance of all services
short and interesting 4et w StTRnseri ps SgSs
Tshsrnscle Baptist church, carEer q,
uyhs,s ana pecatx streets, one block south
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1901-07-20

]. 4 G. n. II. II.

pepo, foot Of Congress Avenue
4 Mail to St. Louis and Chicago.
400 p. m................ Arrive 40 a. m
700 a. m.......... .... Arrive us pm
Columbia and VeIasco Trains.
s.OOa m..............., Arrive 4.45 p. m
Daily Except Sunday.
900 am SUNDAY only.) Arrive 4.45 pm.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1901-07-20
II. e. 6 w. II. B. n.


& 7.O am Express Train Arrive 1000 pm
Grand Central Depot
sosp Arrive o.02 a. tn
ltsheyepori Kansas City and Cincinnau.)
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1901-07-20
G. IL. & II. II. n.

Depot foot Of Congress Avenue.
Galveston Trains.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31
TO-DAY'S TELEGRAPHIC NEWS
Eoraian News.


Paris, Dec. 31.-Phillippe Bunau-
varills, large shareholder In tue
Panama Canal and an engineer OF the
old company, urges the shareholders to
sell the canal to the United States to
save 1t from utter ruin. as the success
OF the Nicaragua canal would be fatal
TO the Panama canal. Bunauvsrilla
proposes that $40, 600 900 be the price
set for the Panama Canal or, that
American government be allowed to
fix the price itself.
Hong Kong, Dec. S1.-Tbe German
steamer Clara was wrecked today near
Hsi-Hsu, on the strait OF Hsi-Nan.
The captain. chief officer, chief en-.
gineer, second engineer, four psssen'
gers, and eleven Chinese are missing.
Forty-two persons we're saved.
Berlin, Dec. 3l.--The majority OF
the German press today discussing the
snti-Germsn attitude Of the American
papers regarding the Germsn-Vene-
znelan incident, express the hope thai
America will soon be convinced OF
Germsny's peaceful intention.
London, Dec. 31.-It Is said that
King Edward is 10 better health than
be has been for long time. His voice
is no longer husky and. after dinner
his mel esty smokes four cigars.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31
Election Day in Cuba,

Washington, Dec. 81. - Through
out the entire islsnd OF Cuba a general
election Is being held today at which
will be chosen by The suffrage OF the
people, presidential and senatorial
eleoLors, members OF the House OF Re-
personalities, governors Of provinces
aud members of the provincial councils,
which correspond to The State legisla'
ture of this country. Although no for
NAL transfer will be made by the United
States OF its authority over the Island
until probably next spring or summer,
begiuning with today the people OF Cuba
exercise their functions as citizens and
voters. Not until the latter part OF
next February will the President, Vice.
President and Senators be chosen by
their respective electors. On the 18Th
of that month four Senators from each
province will be chosen, and on the oath
the electors will ballot for President and
Vice President.
Havana, Dec Sl.-Tee Cuban cleo
tons are proceeding quietly today. Re-
ports from all over the island indicate
a light vote and say that no serious dis
turbance have occurred. Many OF Gen.
eral Masso's adheren,s are voting for
him, Notwithstanding the announced
withdrawal OF his candidacy. Santiago,
Puerto Principe, and Havana provinces,
il is expected, will give Mssso's candl-
dates for Senators and Representatives
a strong vote,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31
Lansburgh&BrO..
42o to 426 Seventh street,
WASHINGTON. DC.
NEWS OF The DAY.

Frank Hutchinson Peavey, OF Min.
neapolis, said to be the greatest grain
elevator man In the world, who died 10
Chicago Yesterday, had his life Insured
for 81, $3.50
Joseph, the famous maitre d'hotel,
who was formerly OF Paillard's aud was
engaged 10 1888 by w. K. Vanderbilt
as bis chef at salary of SIC, 900 year,
died in Paris yesterday.
At meeting 10 New York yesterday
evening James ]. Jeffries and Thomas
Sharkey signed articles for prize fight
to take place between March II and
April 80 at the Yosemite Athletic Club,
San Francisco. The fight will be limit
ed to twenty rounds.
A procession was held 10 Havana on
Sunday 10 support of the candidacy OF
Tomas Estrada Paine, who Ia today
seeking election 10 the Presidency. II
was announced by the official element
that the procession would be the largest
seen since the Intervention and that II
l would show the hold General Maxine
Gomez has upon the people, General
| Gomez being an active supporter OF
Senior Palma. The affair, however, was
almost q complete failure.
An official note issued by the German
government states that the negotiations
between Germany and Venezuela con-
tiuue, aud that there is no truth 10 the
dispatches from Caracas stating that
| the German minister has left the VeDe-
zuelan capital. The German foreign
Office has also received dispatch from
Secretary Hay expressing full satisfsc'
lion with Germany's position. Talk OF
war between the United States and
Germany is received with Incredibly
| In Berlin.
Every county In the State was repre-
senied at the dinner given the demo-
cratic membe OF the Maryland legisla-
ture 10 Baltimore last night by Chair
man Vandiver, OF the State committee,
at the Eutaw House. Former Senator
German and Governor Smith occupied
the seats of honor. There were fully
200 guests, not county or district lead
er being absent. Mr.. German was the
only speaker. He was toasted as the
| next Uuited States Senator, and when
be arose received an ovation. Every
member OF the legislature raised his
hand and pledged 10 support him for
the Senate. He declared young 90 we'll
ss old men were recognized By the
democratic party. Noble L. Mitchell
will be speaker of the House. Both
houses will caucus at Annapolis to-
night and meet on Wednesday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31
The Ohio EIght.

Columbus. O., Dec. 81 The chief
development 10 the Forsker-Hanns
fsctional fight for control of the legls-
ature is the fact that Senator Foraker
has taken personal charge OF the hand.
ling OF the Toledo situation. 10 this
he has relieved E. G.. BiddisoD, bis
Columbus manager, and Charles L.
Kurlz, his silent partner aud planner.
There is every indication that Price,
the Foraker slate for Speaker vii
receive one or more votes out OF the
Toledo delegation OF four which the
Hanna men are claiming solidly. There
seems no. change In the situation-all
Ia 10 allegiance pending definite know
ledge of how Lucas county will go.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31

TIE GAZETTE with today's issue
completes its lO2d consecutive volume
and extends happy new year to the
present generation, a. 1t did to people
living one hundred years ago. Amid
all the vlcissitudes OF Alexandria, the
rsvages OF Time and visits from the
unwelcome guest who has at times land
recently invaded its sanctum, 1t has
continued, Oh filling faithfully its duty
to the community which has welcomed
1t almost since colonial days. It len-
ders its many readers the compliments
of the season. expressing for them Its
best wishes as we'll ss a sincere hope
that the year 1902 may have much In
the wsy OF blessing for old Alexan.
drja,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31
GrGOODs DELIVERED IN ALEXAN-
DRIA.
Woodward & LOthrOp.
10th, nth & F SITS, n. W.,
WASHINGTON. d c.
Foods DELIVERED IN ALExAN.

The funeral services over the late ser aior
sewell took place st Camden, N. this
morning, and were coDduced Oh an elaborate
scale, batteries Of artillery and companies OF
cavalry and infantry comprising part of the
procession. The remains we're inferred ct
Hsrlsigh A Congressional delegation at
tended tho funeral.
George WatkiDson and Irving Wstkinson
individually and 40 partners, trading Ms
George WstkiDson & Co.. OF Philsdelphis,
we're adjudged voluntarily bsnkIupts in the
United ststes District Court at that city to-
day. The liabilities Of the firm are est.
mated at 81, 447, 655. 05, and their assets as
81, 048, SIP A.
At 1890 o'clock this morning nIe broke
out In the Congress street depot Of the New
York, New Haven aud Hartford Railroad at
Boston. The AIemen succeeded in combining
the FIRE to one end of the bsildiDg in which
quantity Of cotton and leather was stored. A
few thousand dollars will cover the loss.
Admiral schley has gone to Baltimore He
will DO guest over New ear'a day at the
homo Of bis sister.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31
TELEGRAPHlC BREVITIES.

Three robbers attempted TO crack
the safe in the Milford, Conn.,, Savings
Bank today. They were frightened of
before they had time TO fire the nitro
glycerine charge.
The body of Nell Cropsy, who was
murdered near Elizabeth City, N. @,
arrived at New York, this morning
over the Pennsylvania Railroad and
later was inferred 10 the New Utrecht
cemetery near Bath Beach.
Last night the convent of ST. Ann,
| attached to st. Joeeph's French Catho
lie Church, and gymnasium hall were
destroyed by FIRE, entailing loss Of
about $4,000. Ali the inmates OF the
burned buildings escaped uniojIred.
Safe crackers broke into the post.
Office ct nottingham, suburb OF Cleve-
land, o., early this morning, blew the
safe with dynamite, wrecking the place
and got away with $500 worth OF money
and stamos, and much valuable mer-
ohendise from the general store OF J. b.
Hoose, the postmaster.
The colored ministers OF Boston have
sent out resolutions requesting that
each state and the District OF Colum bia
send two delegates to meet 10 Washing
ton and call upon the President In be-
half of the youth Of their race. The
object OF the call 10 10 secure admission
of coIored boys to West Point and Au-
napolis.
The New York police have arrested
mysterious young woman who it 10 be-
Iieved will shed much Light on the rob-
berry of $65, 900 worth of jewelry belong
ing to Mr. and Mrs. Pail Thebaud.
be woman ia thought 10 be Nine.
Poillon, who left her nome Friday, sup
possdly to elope with Edward Kern,
the valet OF Thebaud. now missing.
Waen arrested she had 10 her possession
two sstchels believed TO contain some
of the missing gems.
Willie and Mary Daniels, aged five and
seven years, living near Sand Creek, Ind,
were yesterday bitten in several places by
large rattlesnako which had taken refuge
froua the cold weather In . stick OF wood
which had been carried into the house and
placed behind the stove TO dry. The little
J ones are In precariOss condition.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31
NOTES OF INTEREST.

Daring the yesr $50 dog licenses were
issued as against $50 last year.
The school permits issued this year num-
bered 2.090 last year, 126.
In the Corporation Court this year 494
deeds were recorded, 364 marriage licenses
issued, 90 suits entered. "a wills recorded,
20 administrators appointed and 81 charters
granted. In the Circuit Court 10 suits wore
entered, 3 charters granted and 1 admins
traitor appointed.
The total amount OF insurance paid by
agents In this city for fire losses within the
city limits during the year was $6,632.33 as
sgsinst 1886 last year. The most de-
structive q Q this year WAS th,t OF the u M
norman Overall Factory where the lose Was
over "a, 600.
Total amount Of -four inspected by Deputy
Inspector z. H. Hancock for the year WAS
II ,467 barrels snd sacks IS sgainss zo,o2d
last year.
nring the year 1,131 arrests were ma Q
by the pJlice officers and there were 2,Ozo
dodgers at the station house.
The zines collected by the Mayor d1ring
the calendar year 1901 Amounted 10 $500,
about 800 less than lat year. 70 10 Dor
row the language OF q former Mayor. bust
mesa was not 80 brisk, and was very dull ct
time, In the Mayors COURT
During the year 1901 the deaths occurring
in this city numbered 354-two loss than Ia
190O-whitss 203; colored 151. The In.
crease in whites was 9; the decrease in col
ored, 8. There has Teen, it IS generally be-
loved. an increase in the white residents.
and decrease in colored. The deaths Of
recent date among prominent and well known
citizens has given the idea Of an increased
desih roll, bat the record shows the con-
trary. In the totsl Of 354 deaths 10 inciud-
ed an infant of one hour, who died OF pneu.
monis, and several persons over ninety years
who died Of old age.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31
Terrible Deed of a Jeweler.

Springfield, Mass, Dec. Sl.-Reports
received from Turner Falls this morn
ing say Louis BiIzsr, jeweler. shot
his vile ana two children, boy and q
girl, and also a woman clerk, Miss Ida
Culiom, 10 his employ. The boy and
Miss Cullom are dead. Biizsr is under
arrest. Blzer is supposed to have
been worrying over business troubles
and was seized with ft OF dementis,
when be committed the crime. Later
reports say Miss Cullom, his clerk, and
a son were shot and killed and his wife
and two young daughters were seri'
ously wounded by bullets from his
revolver. The boy was six years old.
Bitzsr has been in business here fol-
several years. He is about 30 years
old.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31
Married the Miller,s Spirit.

Detroit, Mich, Dsc. 31.-Mrs. Sarah
Williams, widow, OF 40. was last mig ht
married to Theodore Comstock, who
once was a successful Michigan miller,
but who has been dead a number OF
years. The ceremony was performed
by q spiritualistic medium in the pres
ence OF O numerous following of the
cult. The ceremony commenced by the
singing of Nearer my God, to Thee"
The medium then went into q trance
and invoked the spirit Of the dead mill
er. The customary questions were ask
ed the bride and groom, and answered
10 the customary manner, after which
the medium pronounced them man and
wife. After the ceremony the bride
took her spirit husband home TO house
she had prepared for him. She says
she is well satisfied with the match.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31
NAV Have Been Buried Alive.

Eyria, Ohio, Dec. 81 The bodies OF
Father Nolan and Father Sullivan,
former pastors of st Msry's Catholic
Church, of this city, were exhumed
yesterday and taken TO the Catholic
Cemetery for permanent interment.
Father Suliivsn was only ~ ysass Of
age when he died, 81 years ago. When
the skeleton was exposed today, the
head was observed to be twisted to
one side and the bony fingers OF both
hands were clutching wisps OF hair.
This seems to indicate that there must
have been some sort OF muscular con-
traction after death aud burial. IL Ia
thought by some that the priest was
buried alive.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31
Catarrb Cannot BE Cured

With LOCAL APPLICATIONS, as they cannot
reach the seat Of the disease. Catsrrh Is a
blood or constitutional disease, and In order
TO cure it you must AXE internal remedies.
Halls Cstsrrh Cure is taken internally and
acts directly on the blood and mucuoos sur
faces. Halls Catarrh Cure Is not q qusek
medicine. 1t was prescribed by one OF the
best physicians In this country for years, and
is a regular prescription. 1t Is composed OF
the best tonics known, combined with the
best blood purifiers. acting directly on the
mucous surfaces. The perfect combination
Of the two ingredients is what produces such
wonderful results in curing Cstarrh. eend
for testimonials free.
F. ]. CHENEY & CO., Props., Toledo Q.
Bold by Druggists. Toe.
Halls Family Pills are the best.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31
An Eyaneelist,s Story.

II suffered for years with bronchial or lung
trouble and tried various remedies but did
not obtain permanent relief nntil 1 com,
menced using One Minute Cough Cure
writes Rev. James Kirkmsn, evasgeiist OF
Belle River, Ill. 81 have no hesitation IN
recommending il to all sufferers Of this kiad !"
One Minute Tough Care affords immediate
relief for coughs, colds and all kinds Of tbroa3
and lung troubles. For Group 1t Is un-
eduslIed., Absolutely safe. vesy pleasant
70 take, never fsils and is really fsvorite
With the children. They like 10. For sale
by E. s. Leadbester 4 Sons.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31

No one can reasonably hopefor good
hesllh unless bis bowels move once
each day. When this is not attended
TO, disorders OF che stomach arise. bill
iousness, headache dyspepsia add piles
soon follow. II you wish to avoid these
ailments keep your bowels regular by
taking Chsmberlsin's stomach and
Liver Tablets when required. They are
30 essy to take and mild and gentle In
effect. For ssle by Richard Gibson
druggist.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31

SENATOR MASON, of Illinois, shortly
after the recovering Of Congress will
introduce a bill providing for the pur-
chase by the United States govern.
ment Of the telegraph lines now
operating 10 the country. Representa-
tive Jackson, OF Kansas, has already
introduced such q measure ct the
other end OF the Capitol. but the Gig
nifioance OF Senator Mssoo's bill lie
that be is the chairman of the commit
tee on postofices. 1t Is not likely that
he would make move in this direc-
ton unless he thoroughly understood
the attitude of the Administration on
the question. His proposed action be-
comes all the more significant when
taken into account with the fact that
the next Postmaster General, Henry
G. Payne, Is known to favor govern.
ment ownership of telegraph lines
The efforts to make this central and
paternsl government are becoming
more apparent and when they sue.
coed ADD the army of railroad and
telegraph employees is added to thai
of the present government Office hold
ers, the man who happens to be presi
dent at that time aud who wants to b.
dictator and has the nerve, would
have little difficulty In accomplishing
bis desire.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31

THE LAST day OF 1901 was mild,
bright and beautiful, but it's smiles were
iu sad contrast with the tears Of those
who had been bereft OF loved ones dur
inc the wear.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31
growing demand for Alexandria prod

growing demand for Alexandria prod
ucte.
Besides the things pictured above a
decided spirit for public improvements
has developed during tie past twelve
months, and conservative, sensible e1'
periments in the way OF street WORK
are now being made. During the past
ak months three squares of vitrified
brick pavement have been laid, ana
preparations have been made for the
same work on other streets. Within
year or two 1t is confidently believed oil
Of King street will have been clothed 10
the new gsrb, together with several
squares OF Washington street and parts
of other thoroughfares here and there
throughout the city. New sewers, gas
aud water pipes have been laid during
the year and other work OF this nature
will be done during the coming year.
There are no material changes 10 the
history OF the city's affairs during the
wear from a statistical standpoint.
About the same number Of souls have
passed into another world, while cor
responding number have made their
advent. The city has suffered from no
disaster nor epidemics during the year,
and altogether we have much for which
to be thankful. There has been no mark
ed variations In the affairs OF the diff
erent departments of the city, nor In
the State or federal offices and about
the average volume Of business has
been transacted by the banks.
Az has been said several times recent
IL 10 the Gazette, there is every reason
to believe that the tide has turned to-
ward Alexandria. 1t is now but gently
pressing our way and all should vie and
wait patiently for the food. realizing
the fact that it ell depends upon our
own endeavors. There have been some
drops which are to precede the shower,
and sooner or later the clty's enterprises
will be expanding and others, embryon-
10 now, will msterislize into Alexandria
institutions. Let all hail the new year
and determine that it shall not 90 into
history without being looked upon as
memorable In the city's annals,
It will be seen that the Gazette has
made little attempt to gather statistics
this year concerning this or that branch
OF industry. The glsring lights and the
hum OF machinery In factories after reg
ular working hours has been the most
impressive object lesson we could pres
ent 10 contrast to the cob-webs and 81
lence of by-gone years. The foundation
for success has been laid In the factories
aud other places ready to furnish en-
ploymept. Industry and perseverance,
which 1t Ia hoped our community
possesses all that Is needed and q
kind providence will bless our endeav-
nra
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31

Ifyou would have 80 appetite like Q
bear and . relish for your meals take
Chamberlain Stomach and Liver
Tablets. They correct disorders Of the
stomach aud regulate the liver and
bowels. Price. % cents. Samples free
at Richard Gibsou's drug store.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31

DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup will cure
q Cough or Cold at once. Conquer Groups,
Whoo2ing Cough and Measle Cough without
fail. Best for Bronchitis, Hezrseness, Grippe
Pneumonia, Consumption and Lung Afee-
lions. Gives quick, sure results. Price 2bc
Sold By Richard Gibson snd ali druggists
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31
Raglans Reduced
FurS Reduced

Black Nuts of Belgian Coney, Ct II
new shape; wero $l.99, now-... Vi'O<
Ladies' Electric Seal, Gray Coney, and Eng.
Iish Sable scsTfs, each contains g heSuti.
fnl tails; we've So. SO, $3.50, ard 60 AZ
$299. now. .................... V@'
a ladies' Neck Scarfs Of best quslity-Brook
Mink, Electric Seal, English Sable, Imits-
ton Blue Fox prices were $2.9S, CT n
2.48, and $1.98, now .......... VksVf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1901-12-31
DRY GOODS.
WoodWard&LothTop
10th. llth and F StS.. N. W.
Until Further Notice 6toreWfu
Close at $50 p. N.
Closed Wednesday, New Years
Day.
New Years
Requisites.

Attention is invited to an unusually choice
sad complete assortment Of Womsn's aud
Mems Dress Requirements for New Years
Day, embracing everything that IL proper
and including the most elegant imported
high.ars novelties and the less pretentious
sorIs. Also Nss Table Napsry, Rich Cit
Glass. Dainty China, Artistic Lamps, Table
Deliceciea and other accessories.