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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
Alice in Wonderland.

"Alice in Wonderland" to begiven at
the Opera House on Friday evening and
Saturday matinee by the pupils of the
public schools, promises to be one of the
best and brightest of Juvenile produc-
tons ever seen in this city. Two hun
dred children in the cast and chorus, won
derfnl scenic effects, bright lights, sweet
music give assurance of charming en-
tertainment.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
COMMISSIONERS OFFICE.
No. 1lS south Fairfax
Al " NJ.

Alexandria, Va, March Is, 1908.
To Martha A. Wheatley and Benedict Wheat
ly, trading as B. Wheatly and Son; Martha
X. Van Week and husband, William III.
Van Week; John r. Shinn and his wife,
Florence A Shinn; J. Stanley Neale adj
ministrator Of the estate of John p. Clarke,
deceased the unknown heirs of John p.
Clarke, deceased, if any, and Robert ii.
Cox, administrator d. b. N. Of Mary v.
Clarke. and the creditors of John p. Clarke
and Mary V. Clarke, deceased.
You are hereby notified that have fixed
upon
MONDAY,
the 30th day of March, 1908,
at 10 o'clock, a. m, at my said Office, as the
time and place when and where | shall pro-
coed 10 execute the decree rendered by the
CORPORATION Court Of the city Of Alexandria,
on the l4th day OF March, 1903, in the
chancery suit ofB. Wheatley and Son, COM
plainant, against Martha X. Van Week ct
yir ct ais. defendants, whereby am required
TO ascertain and report.
First. OF what real estate Mary Virginia
Clarke and John p. Clarke, died seized and
possessed Of and the location Of the same.
Second. OF what personal estate Mary Wiz.
GINA Clarke and John p. Clarke died
possessed Of, and what portion thereof passed
into the handS OF their adinlnlstrators, anu
what disposition has been made Of the same.
Third. The liens upon the real estate Of the
said decedents and their respective priorlties.
Fourth. The debts Of the said decedents
and their priorities.
Fifth. What portion of the debts Of said
decedents have been paid by their admins;
traitors, and in this connection TO state and
settle the accounts Of the administrators OF
said decedents.
Sixth. Whether or not the personal estates
of aid decedents will be sufficient TO pay
their debts, and if not, whether sale Of the
real estate Of which they died seized and
possessed will be necessary In order to pay
said debts.
Seventh. Any other matter or thing which
the said commissioner may deem pertinent
or which any party in this cause may require,
including also a report as to what would be
reasonable counsel fees to be allowed COM
plainant's counsel in this cause.
AT which time and place you are required
TO attend.
Given under my hand, as Commissioner in
Chancery Of said Court, the day and year
first aforesaid. EUGENE B. TAYLOR.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
Personal.

Mr.. r. NJ. Kilmartin, of Petersburg,
licensed pharmacist, is making his
home in this city, he having accepted a
position at Mr.. John w. Entwisle's
drug store.
Mr.. J. r. Cation has returned to his
legislative duties in Richmond.
Rev. G. E. Smith, of st. Thomas
Church, Washington. will preach at
Grace Church tonight.
Mr.. J. P. Woody, ofFredericksburg,
is visiting his son-in-law, Mr.. N. s.
Greenaway.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18

NOTICE-The Cooperative Charities Com
nittee on the "Old Ladies Home" win meet
at Miss Burke's Studio THURSDAY MORN
ING. March 10, at 10 O'Clock. A full atten-
dance is requested. By order of the chairman.
II F. VI, BURKE, Secretary.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
Upholstery Dept.
Second Floor, New Building. J

Second Floor, New BuiIdihg.J
We are splendidly prepared 10 estimate on
orders of any size. large or small, for
Slip Covers, Window Shades. AVN
ings, Window and Door Screens,
Mattresses. Shirt Waist Boxes,
Cedar Dress Skirt Boxes,
Cedar Chests. &c.
This work is done in our own shops, under
our personal supervision, and We would sug-
gest the ACCESSIBILITY Of placing your orders
now, while our shops are not overcrowded.
We will execute your orders. hold goods
without charge and deliver when you say.
Second floor. New building.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
COUGHS AND COLDS IN CHILDREN
Recommendation of a Well Known
Chicago Physician.

Chicago Physician.
/ use and prescribe Chamberlain
Cough Remedy for almost all obstinate,
CONSTRUCTED cough, with direct results.
prescribe it to children of all ages. Am
glad to recommend it TO all in need and
seeking relief from colds and coughs and
bronchial Affections. 1t is non-narcotiC
and safe in the hands of the most unpro-
fessional. A universal panacea for all
mankind. Mrs. Mary r. Melendy, M.
d., Chicago, III. This remedy is fol
sale by Richard Gibson, Druggist.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
DRY GOODS.
You cannot afford t. miss it.
Annual Clearance Sale
WINTER STOCK.

Accumulation of remnants, odds and ends
small broken lots, dc. This sale will be the
talk of the town. The ridiculous reduction
we have made will sell the goods themselves,
nevertheless we have plenty OF salcspeople to
serve you promptly. Remember, this sale is
for a short time only. If you miss this un-
heard of opportunity it's your own fault, not
ours. Each and every article will be found
just exactly as advertised. On any unsatis-
factory purchase your money will be cheer
fully refunded. Read this list over carefully.
Every item will be found special marked
down bargain, and we guarantee you will not
be disappointed by attending this big sale of
ours.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
Corporation Court.

Judge L. c. Barley, presiding.
Wheatley & Son VS.. Van Week ct
yir. City Council of Alexandria allowed
to file its petition and to become a party
defendant.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
DRY GOODS
DRY GOODS
Bros,
424-426 King Street.
SPECIAL!

We will take subscriptions for short
while only for the Fashion Book Designer at
soc year delivered. The regular price OF
this beautiful fashion book is 81 100 year. Let
us have your subscriptions at once.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
$1.0O Negligee Shirts.

Our Swan Bros. $l.OO Negligee Shirts are
the best values obtainable for the money.
These shirts are carefully made to order for
us, and we guarantee the quality styles and
workmanship the best to be had for the price.
Let us show them to you. Each ........$ 81. 90
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
LOST.

LOST.-On Saturday, March l4th, on
Henry street, between Prince and King, q
Melted SILVER CHATELAINE BAG,
mounted with Oxidized silver with initials
ON it. The finder will be rewarded by bring
it to this Office or to $40 south Patrick street
mar Is 81
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18

Our Mems and Boys Furnishing Depart
ment is the most comprehensive in this Sec
ton. We pay special attention to the wants
and needs Of both men and boys, and you can
always find what you want in this line at the
most reasonable prices
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18

WEATHER PRoBABILiTIEs.-Fort this sec
ton fair tonight and Thursday light Variaoio
winds. becoming southerly.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18

CEREO MALTA-Jne Of the best of Break.
fast foods regular price 15c package; will sell
you three packages for 25e.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
ITEMS Goods.
The Famous Manhattan Shirts.

We are now showing our first shipment of
the famous Manhattan Shirts, Of which we are
sole agents in Alexandria. The New Spring
and Summer Negligees are exceedingly
stylish. You are Invited TO inspect same and
make early selections.
The Manhattan Colored Negligee Shirts,
each. -. ........ -. $3.50 and $500
The Manhattan White Madras Shirts. soft
bosom, .........-..Sl.50
The Manhattan White Laundered Pleated
BosVh Shirts, eaeh....... .................sl.5O
The Manhattan White Full Dress Shirts,
each. ...... ........ 49,: ....:..:........ Sl.3o
The Manhattan Colored Neligee Shirts, cuffs
attached or detached each... ........... 81. so
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
Medium
Weight Underwear.

This Is the season of the year to wear medi-
um weight Underwear-we have just the
proper weight for early spring and fall
Drawers, eacn........ '''.'''oVc'
Gray medium weight Underwear, two
thirds wool Shirts and Drawers. each..... LOO
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
LOCAL NEWS.

Sun rises tomorrow at Ola a. n- and sets
Gle p. m. High water at ll:3O a. M anu
10 m N m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
The Fishing Season.

Shad and herring are gradually work
ing their way into fresh water. Over
sixty herring were caught at the Dyke
Yesterday and about dozen shad were
taken by gillers off Marshall Hall.
Fishtown, however, is still dormant.
Alderman Ballenger sent crew to the
Gums today, and Others operating shores
have made preparations for the season.
Five shad were caught off this city this
afternoon.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
SOC Negligee Shirts.

Our new stock of soc Negligee Madras
Shirts are now on sale. They cannot be out
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
DRY GOODS.
Lansburgh&B
Washington's Favorite Store.
DRY GOODS.
Business Hours s A. M. to 6 P. M.
Open Saturdays till 9 o'clock.
Dainty
White Goods.

No other house in Washington shows
such a varied and complete stock OF
White Goods as you will find here.
Comparison will prove that our prices
are lowest.
One case White Figured English, Pique-
imported directly by us, which enables us TO
sell over our counter 25c. fabric, &c
100 pieces white Mercerized Oxford; extra
fine quality; in the popular size weayes
for waists and suits actual value, Doc. ZSC
for, yard....-..... .........-'
All Pure Linen Drill, 81 inches wide; for
boys suits, waists, &c, zoe. up S0C
to, yard.........,..."..... ..."..........
White Mercerized Silk Madras; cannot tell
it from pure silk 80 inches wide; .3SC
also in cream SOC value, yard.......... wv
100 pieces Medium-weight English Long
Cloth regular 25c quality by 60 mn
the yard, in l2-yd pieces, for piece ~-''oO
White Goods Dept, 9Th st. annex.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
GROCERIES.
-~-~-~---~-~-~~-~-~~-~~~~~
LEAVE US YOUR
SATURDAY ORDER.
WANTED.

WANTED--TWO MEN familiar with
trucking or gardening. $500 per week.
Steady job. Apply to foreman green house,
Sl5 south Patrick street. mar18 81
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
BOYS Furnishings,

Boys colored Negligee Shirts, each SOC, 90
Boys Suspenders, pair 10, Is and. .:.....25c
Boys Unlaundered Shirts, each 80 and.....50c
Boys linen Collars, each 10 and ....... lac
Boys Rubber Collars, each.... ........ ......2Oc
Boys good Hose, pair 10, l21 and...........25c
Boys Night Robes, Muslin, each .......".. SOC
Boys Working Shirts, each .................. 25c
Boys Sweaters, each % and.................5Oc
Boys White Laundered Shirts, each........50c
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
WANTED.

PROPOSALS for the construction of about
Fifteen Miles of Telephone Line in Fairfax
County Va. For further information addres S
SECRETARY MT VERNON TELEPHONE
CO., No. 1871 south Royal street, Alexandria,
Va. mar17 d&twlw
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18

The weather has been fair and pleasant
again today,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
Mems Furnishings.

Mems good White Laundered Shirts, each
SOC, 75c and. sees. ....... ...... ........ 90
Mems Arrow brand Collars, each.........l2lc
Mems good strong Suspenders, % and .....50c
Mems good Half Hose, 10 l2l, % and...50c
Mems Best Cuffs, pair Is and..............25c
Mems Carriers, pair 10 and. .25c
Mems Collar Buttons, and .....,.......... l0c
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-18
Mems Night Robes.

Good, strong and fine quality Muslin Night
Robes, with collars all sizes, each 90 and Zoe
Mems Summer Night Robes, made of fine
Cambria, very thin and no collars, each 30, Zoe
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-21
THE PANAMA OPTION.
No Reply Has Been Made to Offer
 of United States.

Washington, Feb. 20.-It is understood that the administration is still awaiting reply from the representatives of the Panama Canal Company in response to the cable message of Attorney General Knox sent to President Bo of the canal company last Tuesday, accepting the of fer to sell the rights and franchises of the canal company to the United States for $40, 900 600, oontigent on the ratification of the treaty by the United States Senate
 The statement is made that the canal company's representatives have informed the United States that the option given by the company to sell the property 10 the United States for $40 000. 900 expires on March 4 It is known that there is considerable dissatisfaction on the part of the directoss of the company at part Ing with the property for this price, as they regard the canal as worth more than that. Whether the company, how ever, will regard the offer of the United States as continuing the option beyond March in the event of the failure of the ratification of the Columbian treaty by that time canld not be ascertained.
 William NJ. Cromwell, attorney for the Panama Railroad and also for the canal company had a long talk with the At torney General today, but he declined to say what took place at the interview.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-21
SUBSTITUTED BODIES
METHODS OF NEW YORK IN
 SURANCE SwINDLERS.
Francis B. Foster Admits Having Sworn Falsely When, jailed on to Identify Men He
 Had Insured.

New York. Feb. 2O.-In the examination today before Police Magistrate Teller, charged with swindling life insurance companies by the substitution of bodies for insured persons. Francis B. Foster, formerly an agent for the Union Central had agreed at Trepani's suggestion to swear to the death of men insured in the company while he knew, he said, that the body of some one else had been substi- tuted.
 Foster said he had received from s100 to $600 from Trepani when the policies were paid in these cases. With Dr. Oil yer Moore. of the insurance company, he examines 0omborula to whom a pol icy Was issued on their report. Trombo- ruia soon after that was reported dead. The substituted body was eXhumed and tho alleged frauds were revealed.
 pr. Moore testified that he was sent to St. Michaels Cemetery by the insurance company to identify the body exhumed which was said to be that of Iromborula.
 When l examined the body in the cof- hn," said the physician, T found it to be that of much older man than the man l had examined as Tromborula on the day of the issuance of the policy. The examination of the body revealed the fact that there were mittens on the hands. When they were taken off l saw that the mitten had bsen stuffed with cotton and that the right forearm was missing. The right foot was also miss ing, the shoe being stuffed with a block of wood shaped like a foot The lips had been sewed together 50 as to conceal the absence of teeth. The mouth was stuffed with cotton, causing the cheeks to puff out and give the body the appearance of being that of a much younger man.
 Assistant District Attorney Krottel made public tonight a confession by Eos ter, detailing the methods pursued by the swindlers. Foster says that he has been for many years chief soliciting agent for the Union Central Life Insurance Company of Cincinnati, which has a branch office in New York. He admits that he made false identifications of sev- en bodies and succeeded in effecting the collection of s10,O00 of the fraudulent in surance from his company.
 He says that shortly before the death of the old man Tromborula, the conspir- ators, headed by the undertaken, Joseph Trepani, made arrangements to place $10 GOO additional insurance on his life. The pani was held to the grand jury in bonds of $5,000.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-21
BALFoUR's CLOSE SHAVE.
His Government Narrowly Escapes
 Defeat in Commons.

New York. Feh. 2O.-The Government narrowly escaped defeat In the Commons last night, says The Tribunes London representative.
 Mr. Lambert moved an amendment to the address drawing attention to the non prosecution of the directors of the Lon don and Globe Financial Corporation He suggested that the prosecution had been withheld because titled persons were con- nected with the corporation. This sug- gestion was repudiated with much vehe- mence by the Attorney General and So- hctor-General, but their contention that nothing could be done in the matter deep- ly offended members on both sides of the House,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-21
OLDEST LIVING LAWMAKER.
David Wark of Canada Lays Claim
 to This Distinction.

Fredericktown. N. B., Feb. %.-Hon. David Ward, IL. D., has entered upon the hundredth year of his age. and he claims the distinction of being the oldest living legislator in the world. He is a member of the Canada Senate. having been called to a seat in that body of the confederation of all Canada The Senator has been longer in public life than any other legislator of the present day, hay ing spent more than sixty one years in pol itics. He entered the New Brunswick Leg islature from Kent County in 1S42, served eight years a 8 a representative, then six teen years in the Legislative Council be- fore becoming a Senator. He was at one time receiver general of New Brunswick
 Senator Wark Is in excellent health. He expects to attend next months meeting of the Senate at Ottawa, although he will have to travel hundreds of miles to do so.
 As the father of inter-colonial preferen- tial trade in Canada before confederation the aged Senator gained considerable fame.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-21
FOR MARDI aRAs.
Many Visitors in Mobile for the
 Season of Joy.


 Mobile. Feb. a.-(SpeciaD-This city is fast filling up with visitors who have come to spend the holidays ln- cldent to Mardi Gras in Mobile. Wniie thousands have passed through Moole' oy way Of the Louisville and NashVlile Railroad. many hundreds stopped OH here and will remain. Although almost every one of the principal hosteTies have hlled up' there are many private poaTolns houses and residences where accommoda- tons will be offered visitors in order that they can have stopping places unui alter the Season of Joy.
 The fear which existed for time that the business streets wherein improve ments are being made by the city. could not be used for the parades. is rapidly De- ing dispelled. Extra large forces are al work and holes are being filled up ana unsightly debris removed. With good weather Mobile will not be unpleasant 10 home folks and strangers while the Marol Gras festivities are OIL Electric experts are pushing their work and it is expected that all will be in readiness for turning on the current on the entire illuminatlons on Sunday evening as is customary. At o'clock the General Committee of the silver service presentation met in the Commercial Club, General J. W. Whit
  ing order for the presentations:
 General Committee to meet at Cotton Exchange promptly at 10:30 and march with officers of battleship Alabama up St. Francis to Water Street, down Water to Cont, up this street to side entrance or theatre, all members. officers and those participating to occupy stage.
 Colonel E. l.. Russell, as Chairman of Arrangements Committee, to reside. The program to be as follows:
 Invocation-Rev. A. c. Harte.
 Music by orchestra.
 Address by Colonel F. l.. Russell.
 Presentation of service. Major F. M. Robinson.
 Acceptance-Captain Davis of the bat tleship.
 Address-Mayor Walsh.
 Address-Governor w. D. Jelks.
 Benediction-Rev. Mathew Brewster. Star Spangled Banner"
 Reception to officers of battleship and inspection of silver service.
 Twelve chairs in the orchestra are to be reserved for a delegation of the Daughters of the American Revolution. All other seats are for the general pub lie. ladies with or without escorts to be seated first.
 Headquarters for the officers of the Alabama have been secured at the Battle House.
 General Whiting announced that Man aGer Tannenbaum of the Mobile theatre had donated the building for the occasion. The service will begin promptly at Il o'clock.
 Three Chinamen were found today by Emigrant Inspector You and Deputy Marshal Gales. They were in hiding in the southern part of the city. They were without papers and are now in jail
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-21
MRS. MINIS TO LECTURE.
Atlanta Woman Will Speak on
 Christian Science.

Mrs. Livingston Mims of Atlanta, Ga, arrived in Montgomery yesterday evening and is the guest of Mrs J. C. Nirden, at her home. 7lO South Lawrence Street
 Mrs. Mims will lecture at the Mont gomery Theatre Sunday afternoon at 3:So o'clock under the auspices of the First Church of Christ, Scientist, of this city. The subject of the lecture is The Spirit ual Dominion of Man Through Scientific ristianity-Christian Science the Relig- ion of the Future
 The public is cordially invited,
 The following invitation has been issued
 You are cordially invited to attend a lecture on Christian Science at the Mont gomery Theatre by Mrs, Sue Harper Mims, C. s. D.. of Atlanta, Ga, member of the Board of Lectureship of the First Church of Christ. Scientist, Boston, Mass. Sunday afternoon. February 22, 1903, S:SO o'clock. Under the auspices of First Church of Christ Scientist, of Montgom- cry, Ala"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-21
Postal Rules Violated

Washington, Feh. 20.-The Treasury Department has complained to the Post
 office Department that the customs revenues are suffering serious loss by the failure of some postmasters properly to carry out the postal regulation regard lnR the treatment of mall from abroad. especially registered matter from Mexico, marked to indicate that It's contents are supposed 10 be liable to customs duties
 Acting Postmaster General WNnne has issued an order to postmasters directing a strict compliance with tho regulations
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-21
SYMPTOMS.

Bone pains. sciatica, or shooting pains W
 and down the leg. aching back or shoulder blades, swollen joints swollen muscles diff, fculty in moving around so you have to ust crutches. blood thin or skin pale skin itchet and burns, shifting peiDs bad breath. etcl Botanic Blood Balm will remove every sympl tom, give quick relief from the first dose and permanently cure in few weeks time. Thou. sands cured. Especially advised for old. ehornic cases
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-21
KoCIAN IS STILL HERE.
Young Violinist Will Leave Tonight
 for San Francisco.

Jaroslav Kocian, the famous young violin vrtuoso, who seized with Illness in Mont gcmery. dld not go to Mobile yesterday as was expected by hs manager.
 Kocian remained in Montgomery confined c. his bed at the Exchange Hotel with fever. His condition last night showed great improvement and if he has no backset he and the members of his company will leave tonight for san Francisco
 From Mobile Kocian was booked ro jump [, several Western cities Some f His engage mrnts Will be cancelled and h" vHl ,pcu an engagement next week in San Francisco.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-21
SENT FREE.

Sample sent free by writing Blood Balm Go, ss Mitchell St, Atlanta, Ga. Describe you trouble. and special freo medical advice to suIt your also sent in sealed letter. Enough Blood Balm Is sent free to prove its marvellous curauve powers. Do not hesitate to write at once, as Blood Balm Is sent free and prepaid. ui-W