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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
Married in the West.

A dispatch from Sioux Falls, 5. d.,
says County Judge Bailey, of Mime
haha county late yesterday afternoon, per-
formed in Sioux City a marriage cere-
mony which is the elimination of the
matrimonial troubles of the Alexander
Payson Knapps, prominent in social
circles of Baltimore The county judge,
in the presence Of a selected few, pro-
nounced the words which uGlted in
marriage Mrs. Mary Mcdonald Knapp,
who, since last December, has been
resident ofSioux Falls, and Frank ID.
Mullan, of Washington, ID. c. The
bride is a step-daughter Of ex-GOy.
Whyte, of Maryland, while the bride
groom is a representative of the
Southern Railroad Company, with head
quarters at the national capital. On
August g the bride obtained from Judge
Jones. of the State Circuit Court in this
city, decree Of divorce from Alexander
Payson Knapp, one OF the most promi-
nent residents of Baltimore. The decree
was granted on the ground of incompati-
bility of temper. The Knapp separation
furnished gossip among the smart set OF
Baltimore, and there was much specua-
ton as to the reason. While Mrs. KnaIp
was in Philadelphia her husband and
children were temporarily residing in
Coburg, Canada. In an interview Mrs.
Knapp stated she had left her husband
becanse of i'll treatment. She also declar
ed she would never live with him again.
That she temporarily receded from this
determination was made evident when
she Joined her husband at Roland Park,
their Baltimore county home, upon his
return from Coburg The latter part OF
November she again disappeared from
home. This time her visit brought her
to Sioux Falls, with the result stated.
Mr.. Mulan is the chemist OF the
Southern Railway Company in Alex
andria and has been living here for
numbers of years.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
Death of Mrs. Brooke.

The many friends Of Mrs. f.. Gay
Brooke, wife of Rev. DIR. +. j. Brooke,
will sincerely regret to hear of her death
which occurred in Richmond at an early
hour this morning. As has been stated,
she was recently compelled to undergo a
severe surgical operation in order to
obtain relief from painful and danger
Gus chronic trouble, and her death has
been the result. There were indications
that she would survive the operation,
and her many friends were uniting their
PRAYERS with those Of her family that
her life would be spared. Her condi
ton, however, grew worse yesterday
when it was realized that her death was
inevitable. The deceased was a Miss
Bentley, of Richmond. She leaves
three children-a son and two daughters.
Mrs. Brooke came here several years
ago, when her husband assumed charge
of the Second Presbyterian Church.
During her sojOurn in Alexandria she
made many acquaintance, all of whom
found her very agreeable companion
and friend. Her health began to de-
cline recently, and her malady refused
to yield to ordinary treatment. There
was but one recourse-a heroic but dan-
erous one-and all realized the uncer-
tainty attending it. 1t was hoped that
her case would prove one of the excep-
tons, Notwithstanding it was known
that large percentage of patients die
under the operation. The spontaneous
sympathy of the entire community goes
out to her stricken family, especially
to her husband, whose terrible anxiety
concerning the outcome of her condition
has been so apparent to all who have
had intercourse with him recently. That
the Good Shepherd who has closed the
ewes of the partner of his life may up
hold him in the terrible ordeal through
which he is passing is the sincere prayer
of his many friends and acquaintance.
Mrs. Brooke was president of the Seven
teenth Virginia Regiment Chapter, U.
d. c., and a meeting of that crganiza-
ton will be held tonight to take suitable
action concerning her death. The
funeral will take place from st. PauPs
Church tomorrow afternoon at 5;3O
O clock.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
LOCAL BREVITIES.

One stranger sought refuge from the
rain in The station house last night.
Oscar Harris, colored, was fined
50. 80 in the Police Court this morning
for assaulting colOred boy named War
rem johnson.
A marriage license was issued in
Baltimore yesterday to Ernest o. Ro-
land, of Alexandria, and Carrie 5.
RyOn, of Washington.
William Gorrin, of Maryland, was
arrested yesterday by Officers Arlington
and Nicholson on the charge of lunacy.
When brought before the Mayor this
morning he appeared to be in rational
mood and it was decided to send him to
Washington from which place he came
to this city
Mr.. Robert Travers will have Cosn
river cantaloupes, river watermelons
and trout and tailors in market tomorrow.
A game of baseball between the Potomacs
of this city and the Riversides of Washington
will be played on the fair grounds Thursday
evening.
A dog supposed to be mad frightened people
living in the neighbOrhood of the intersection
of Queen and Patrick streets last night
A colored man while at work on coal
dump at Shepherds yesterday fell and broke
hia loo
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
The AirShin.

The headquarters of the Langley air
ship expedition were transferred yester-
day evening from the Mount Vernon
clubhouse, near Quantico, to the hotel at
Clifton Beach, on the Maryland shore,
five miles below the houseboat. This
action was the result of the protest of
club members against the further occu-
patton of the island by the Smithsonian
scientists. Ten men now constitute the
party. which will be increased to IA in
a few days. Another model test is ex-
pected soon. The houseboat will be
kept at Whitewater for the present.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
international Typographical Union.

y
The visit " Alexandria today by the
members fthe International Typograph-
ical Union, which met this year in
Washington, was a delightful feature
and has been greatly enjoyed. The
members Of the union and the ex-dele-
gates of Columbia Typographical Union
Of Washington, who are entertaining
them. went to River View yesterday.
About 5000 persons were at the resort.
The convention adjourned at 1l:30
this morning to participate in an excur-
sion to Arlington, Mount Vernon and
Alexandria. The first trains bearing
the excursionists left Washington about
noon. After spending forty minutes at
Arlington and one hour at Mount Yer
non. the excursiOnists arrived at Alex
andria. where buffet lunch was served
and an informal programme carried out.
Armory Hall was the headquarters and
the scene of the festivities, where
Mayor Simpson made an address of
welcome, which was responded to by
President Lynch, of the international
Typographical Union.
The Lafayette House, Christ Church,
Fairfax House. Marshall House, City
Hotel, Washington Lodge Room of
Masons. Friendship Fire Engine House,
Confederate Veterans Hall, the COnled-
crate monument and the Carlyle House
were subsequently visited and explained
by guides, all of which places of interest
were kept open while the visitors were
here.
The committee of entertainment were
composed of Messrs. James II. Plat,
August Donath, c. c. Thompson, d. W.
Beach, Oliver Shaw, f. n. Whitehead,
G. A. Sheldon, George F. Halsey, J.. M.
Kreiter. l.. c. Hay, r. w. Keer, G. II.
Stone. II. V. Bisbee, and +. w. Patton,
all ex-delegates from Columbia Typo
Drapbical Union. They were assisted
by Messrs. c. w. Mander, Edgar
Thompson, Wayne F. Byers, Thomas
Jacobs and George w. HOugh, resident
members.
The international Union is composed
of representative body OF gentlemen.
Their calling necessarily Keeps them
abreast of the age and body OF the times,
and their intelligence and culture made
them among the most agreeable VISITORS
who have ever come to Alexandria in
body. They went from point to point IN
this city and viewed the many historical
landmarks with an evident relish. Most
of them were conversant with the history
and traditions attached to each and their
hosts were pleased at the opportunity Of
escortiDg them throughout the city
They visitors will remain in the city
nnti, some time after nightfall.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
After Disorderly Persons.

Officer Smith has been at work during
the past few days breaking up the dis
orderly proceedings conducted west and
northwest of the Fayette street depot.
People living in that neighborhood say
that marked improvement is notice
able through the exertions of the officer
in that locality. He has gone TO all
the shops, saloons and other retreats in
the neighborhood where colored men
and women segregate and those not en-
ployed therein have been warned to
keep away under pain Of being arrested.
They have also been told that all species
of disorderly conduct in the streets will
result in the participants being put
under arrest.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
Death of Mr.. Power.

Mr.. Thomas b. Power, whose serious
illness had been stated in the Gazette,
died shortly before 10 o clock last night
at his home, southeast corner of Prince
and Pitt streets. A wife and one small
child survive. The deceased had been a
clerk in the city postofIice, and was
twenty-nine years Of age. He was son
of Mr.. Martin Power, and was young
man who was much esteemed by his
many friends and acquaintance. He
was a member of Alexandria, Division,
Ancient Order of Hibernians, and that
organization will hold a meeting tonight
to take suitable action in connection with
his death.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
Meeting of Committees.

The committees appointed by the
Hydraulion and Relief Fire Companies
to take action in regard to the election of
Mr.. Julian Ballenger driver of the
Hvdraulian Company instead of Mr..
George Cogan, who had been recon-
mended by the company for the position,
met last night The proceedings showed
that the fremen are as determined as
ever to force their protest, and it was the
consensus of opinion among those present
that the City Council should be requested
to pass an ordinance limiting the election
of paid members of the Fire Department
to volunteer fremen and those recon-
mended by the companies to which they
belong. Should the company not have
a man on its rolls suitable for paid
position, then the wardens should elect
only some person bearing the endorse
ment of the organization. 1t was also
understood that all active members OF
the Hydraulion Company would cease
to work at fires pending the settlement
of the embroglio between the company
aud the wardens and that such settle
ment must be to the satisfaction of the
former. Thecompany claimed that Their
nominee should have been elected, and
urged that on several occasions he
had been appointed by the wardens t
fill the position temporarily. 1t is salC
that the committees will nave confer
ence with Mayor Simpson in regard t.
the matter in dispute and that be vii
he asked to remove Mr.. Ballenger
Members of the company allege that thi
could be ''for cause" which they bas
upon the allegation that his retention
will seriously impair the efhciency
the fire department. 1t is not know
what action the Relief Company WI
take in the premises.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
Permission Must be Had.

The City Council some weeks since
passed an ordinance agreeing to sell to
the Washington-Southern Railway Com
pany a short strip of the Aims House
firm over which the company proposes
to construct its tracks in making the
short cut west of the city. Under the
State laws the sale cannot be consum-
mated until permission in granted there
for by the legislature. This will no
doubt be done when that body meets.
This will notinterfere with the railroad
company's plans as the new track is not
to be commenced for some months.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
Prolonged Electrical Storm.

There was an almost incessant display
of lightning AMI rolling of thunder from
about nine o'clock last night until after
midnight. The electrical batteries we're
very active and they kept the heavens
aglow, flash following flash nearly every
second. Rain fell most of the time.
There was no high wind, however.
The lightning was very vivid, and
Notwithstanding it flashed for over
three hours there were but few heavy
crashes of thunder. Lightning struck
a locust tree on the west side of Patrick
street, between Cameron and Queen:
The weather today has been rainy and
the temperature humid.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
Personal.

Mayor Simpson has returned from
Atlantic City.
Messrs. j. II. Trimyer, J. b. Griffin
and r. NJ. Latham have been appointed
delegates by the Relief Hook and Lad
der Company to the annual convention
of the State Firemen's Association,
which meets in Danville August l9 to
q inclusive.
Mr.. and Mrs. Isaac Eichberg returned
to Philadelphia today.
Miss Viola Sutton, ofthis city, has gone
to Fredericksburg, her former home, to
spend ten days.
Miss Mary H. Taylor, has gone to
Rauley Springs, to spend few weeks
Miss Mary Guy has returned from
Rapidan.
Miss Cora S. Latham is visiting rela-
tives in Carthage, n. q.
Mrs. Bena Stratton, who has been
visiting her father aud sister OH Taylor
street, in Lynchburg, has returned to
this city.
Mr.. Sylvester Dean went to a hospital
in Washington today where he will un-
dergo an operation for an abdominal
trouble.
Mr. aud Mrs Louis Kraft will leave here
in few days for Kaiserslautern, Germany
The many friends and acquaintance of Mr..
and Mrs Kraft will regret to learn that they
will in future make their home in Germany.
They have lived here for third of century.
Mr. X raft has for long time been a prOmi-
nent citizen, and at one time represented the
Second ward in the Common Council.
Capt. Albert Bryan and family have re-
turned from Atlantic City.
Mrs. w. II. Lyles has gone to Colonial
Beach to spend a week or so.
Miss Elsie Acton is spending the month of
August at Waldorf, Nd.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
Burglaries.

On Sunday night burglars cut through
windows at the residence of Mr.. NJ.
Igoe, southwest corner of Duke and
Patrick streets, and made their way
to the saloon which they robbed of some
money and liquors. The thieves before
leaving drank as much whisky as they
desired.
The store of Mr.. Felix Claus, one
square south of Duke on Patrick street,
was also entered Sunday night and
robbed of some money and several ar
ticlas
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
srre Curc for Diarrboea.

Coming as it does, in the busiest seas
on. when a man can least afford to lose
time, sure and quick cure for diarrhoea
is very desirable Anyone who has
given it trial will tell you that the
quickest. surest and most pleasant
remedy in use for this disease is Cham
berlain's Collie, Cholera and Diarrhoea
Remedy, There is no loss of time when
it is used, as one or two doses of it will
cure any ordinary attack. 1t never
fails, not even in the most severe and
dangerous cases. For sale by Richard
Gibson.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
Girl Taken Into Custody.

Officer Roberts yesterday afternoon
took into custody a fifteen-year-old girl
named Lille Hughes, who gave her adj
dress as COS Massachusetts, avenue,
Washington. The girl was arrested at
the instance of an elder sister. Officer
Roberts found the girl as she was about
to embark on river steamer for a trip
to one Of the resorts. She was taken
back to Washington by her sister.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
Charged With Fighting.

Among the cases before the Police
Court this morning was that of two men
who were charged with fighting at the
extreme western end of Prince street.
1t seems that the accused we're formerly
associated in business and the fight was
the result Of a misunderstanding in
winding up affairs. One of the belllg-
erents was bruised on the face and the
other had his forehead cut. They were
fined 81. 80 each.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
Death of Mrs May.

Mrs. Fife H. May, wife ofMr. John ".
Nav. died at her home on north Wash.
ington street, last night. The deceased
had been in i'll health for some time. She
leaves beside her husband three children.
Mrs. May was daughterof the late JAS
Fl. Devaughn, and was a lady much es,
teemed by large circle of friends and
acouaintances.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
Excursion Today.

The third annual excursion Of the Re
lief Hook and Ladder Company to River
View has been well patronized, notwith-
standing the uncertain weather condi-
tions. The steamer Samuel J. Pentz
will leave at 7:l5 this evening, which
will afford all who may desire to take a
pleasant ride OH the river and to ENJOY
several hours at River View.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
Store to be Reopened.

Mr.. NJ. Rosenfeld, a young and
prosperous merchant of Culpeper, has
leased the Schwarz property on King
street, where he will open business,
when improvements are completed, with
a fine line of dry goods, notions etc.
Mr.. Rosenfeld is a son-in-law of
Mr.. Isaac Eichberg of this city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
Death of Rev. Mr.. Trimyer.

Mr.. J. H. Trimyer today received a
telegram announcing the death at
Bohanan, Mathews county, this morning,
of his father, Rev. George W. Trimyer.
The deceased was SO years old, and for
long time had been a member of the
Virginia Conference of the NJ. E..
Church South.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
Corporation Court.

Judge L. c. Barley presiding.
Roberta Hill VS.. Mechanics Building
Association No. 8; decree directing the
receiver of the association to pay over
certain moneys to the Citizens National
Bank.
Court adjourned for the term.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
Funeral.

The funeral of the late John T.
Devaughn will take place this afternoon
from the residence of his son, Mr..
Samuel Devaughn, on south Washing
ton street. 1t will be attended by An
drew Jackson Lodge of Masons and R.
F.. Lee Camp, Confederate Veterans, and
the services will be conducted by Rev.
X. X. Massie.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
The Relief Truck.

The Relief cOmpany's truck has been
handsomely reprinted by Messrs r. l..
Myers & Co., and is now in service
again. The work cost the city $2l0,
and the truck now looks as bright as a
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
LOCAL NEWS.

Sun rises tomorrow at 5:1S a. m. and sets
7:05 p. m. High water at 9:52 p m. ana
1918 d. m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11

WEATHER PROBABILITIEs.--For TINS sec
tiOn rain this a..ernoon and probably ton!ght.
Wednesday fair, cooler; lightto fresh variable
winds, becoming rortherly.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11

The NJ. D. Corse Camp. Sons of Confederate
Veterans. will hold a meeting at Lee camp
Hall TO night at 7:30 o'clock for the purpose
of efiecting a reorganization.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
BIG VALUES
FOR THIS WEEK.

All-linen Opaque Win
dow Shades, Zoe value at
IL LIE.
Heavy JOintless Mat
tings, several patterns to
select from, at II lie
yard.
Table OilclOths. 1 IA
and 1 1-2 yards wide 4; 25c
to 39c value, slightly I'M
perfect, for 15c yard.
English Long Cloths.
II LIE value at 8 81
yard.
Cannon Cloth. II lie
value at 8 3-4c yard.
remnants or lie
Apron Ginghams at DC
yard.
Ladies' Lace Lisle Thread
Hose, Zoe value. this week
at 1 4c pair.
Wide AIl-silk Tafieta
Ribbons IL lie yard.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11

Persons leaving the city for the sum-
mer or for any length of time can have
the Gazette mailed to them for ten cents
q week.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11

When you 90 to buy Witch Hazel salye look
for the name DEWITT on every box. The
nure unadulterated Witch Hazel is used in
making DeWitts Witch Hazel Salye, which
Is the hest salve in the world for cuts, burns,
bnisos boils, eczema and piles. The popu-
Iarity Of DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salye, due to
its many cures, has caused numerous worth
less connterfeits to be placed on the market:
The genuine bears the name Of Z. c; Dewitt
4 Co, Chicago. Sold by E. S. Leadbeater d
Sons.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
DoWitt is the Name.

Burdock Blood Bitters gives man clear
head, an active brain, strong, vigorous Dody
makes him fit for the battle OF life.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11

White India Linon Waists, with entire bust
finely tucked, while on either side of front is
a rich design Of Mexican drawn work snd lace
insertioD--a very handsome waist
Special price, 81. 50 each.
Third noor-New bldg.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11

Sheer White Lawn Waists, trimmed with
Mexican wheel-work designs and tiny tucks,
producing very rich effect; all sizes.
Special price, So. so each.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-11
White
Shirt Waists.

For morning housewear, for walking, driv-
ing, boating, golfng, or any other forenoon
outdoor amusement, the White Shirt Waist
is, indeed, the style and the favorite of the
hour.
Besides these morning waists there are also
evening waists, so elegant and elaborate as to
be suitable for very dressy occasions.
We are now Offering an extra large and
varied stock at very considerable reduction in
prices.
Pure White Linen Waists, trimmed with
Mexican drawn-work insertion; all sizes.
IS each. Were 1915 and g. so.
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1903-06-03
warning.

II you have kidney or bladder trouble
and do not use Foley's Kidney Cure,
you will have only yourself to blame for
results, as it positively cures all forms
of kidney and bladder troubles. North
Yakima Drug Store, A. d. Sloan, pro-
prietor.
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1903-06-03

When it comes to garden hose We
can offer you the best values in the city.
Our hose is guaranteed. Yakima Hard
ware Co. 20
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-05-07

of man shall not modest them in any way. Two of the park bears were seen not long since roofing around in rub bish heap for all the world like pair of goats. A visitor approached within few feet of them and the bears took not the slightest notice. It shows how many (possibly most) of natures creatures would act upon the approach of man if man himself were not their enemy. It is relatedathat last summer bruin thought he recognized an old friend in one of the tourists. The bear threw his fore paws around the mans neck and gave him hug merely as an act of courtesy. But that hug, while affectionate, was long-drawn-out af- fair, and the ammonia bottle had to be brought to bruins nose before he would let go.
 A curious thing going to show how tame the larger game animals of the park are-is the regulation forbidding dogs to roam at large. In a recent gov ernment report the superintendent said that it was a "well-known fact that one small dog running at large, while it will do no harm to the large game, will drive it so far back from the roads that none will be seen by the average tourist" "A 2S a The deer in the park are quite numer- ous and also very tame. They roam around the posts, hotels and clearings as though they owned them. A little herd settled one day, while the presi- dent was in the park, in front of the army officers quarters. Not person was to be seen. Just then some of the presidents party, for whom a local character was acting as guide, hove in sight.
 Whats become of the officers, g asked the visitor.
 ''The deer are holding the fort" re- piled the local character, "and the off, cers are afraid to come out. It's against the law to shoot 'en, and if anyone