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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12

THE SCHOOL OFFICIALS IN Massa-
chusetts are in trouble because the
School Committee, in the Plain Dis
trict. in Sheffield, a small village, has
engaged Cora Fowler, cOlored, to teach
that school just opened, and a race war
has broken out there. White people re-
fuse to send their children to the new
school, the membership Of which is com
posed entirely of colored children, baslng
their refusal on the ground not of their
being colored children there, but on the
fact that there is a cOlored teacher over
the children. In another Massachusetts
town a school entirely for colored child
rem was recently opened but the colored
children refused to attend it, declaring
their intention of going to school with
the whites. So Massachusetts is having
trouble with the race question which the
people of that State say is so easy to
settle.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12

CoNsuLs from this country to the
Orient seem to be unfortunate, to say
fine least The United States had but
barely tided over one difficulty with
Turkey in consequence of trouble be-
tween a q. S. consul and certain people
in Beirut when Consul Davis complains
If ill.treatment at the hands OF officials
at Alexandretta. According to Mr.
Davis an individual named At:arlan
was arrested by means of subterfuge.
liter he had embarked on the consular
boat with Mr.. Davis, Att rian was H.
cited TO land. in order to undergo fuml'
cation. The man was suddenly seized
by three policemen and locked up. Mr.
Davis. in attempting to intervene, was
assaulted by the police. and was obliged
~ defend himself with his cane. Alta
rian is still prisoner Chekib Bey,
the Turkish Minister at Washington,
gives another version of the affair, say
mo in effect that Consul Davis sought
to procure the illegal emigration OF a
Turkish subject, and, failing in this,
attacked and beat the Turkish police and
then took the steamer.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12

Those WHO wish to take part in the
public affairs of this State and who have
not paid their capitation tax should re-
member that they have only till Mon
day night next to qualify themselves to
vote in next years elections. So far
only about 700 poll taxes have been
paid in this city, which is bad showing
for Alexandria. The man who fails to
qualify himself to cast a vote in the
spring election should refrain from criti-
cism, no matter what the future has in
store for the city in the way of municipal
government The only way ideal con-
ditions may be established is for the in
telligent and patriotic citizens to place
themselves in position to exercise the
privileges and duties of freemen. If
this is done there may be no fear of the
result
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
A Timely Suggestion.

This is the season of the year when
the prudent and careful housewife re-
pIenishes her supply of Chamberlain $
Cough Remedy. 1t is certain to be
needed before the winter is over, and
results are much more prompt and salts
factory when it is kept at hand aud given
as soon as the cold is contracted and
before it has become settledin the system.
In almost every instance a severe cold
may be warded offby taking this remedy
freely as soon as the first indication Of
the cold appears. There is no danger
in giving it to children for it contains no
harmful substance. 1t is pleasant to
take-both adults and children like it.
Buy it and ysu will get the best 1t
always cures. For sale by Richard
Gibson.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
SATURDAY EVENING. DEC. 70, 1908

As STATED in yesterdays Gazette
Senator Martin, from the committee on
the District of Columbia, favorably re-
,orted in the Senate the bill providing
for the erection of memorial bridge
from Washington to Arlington. BY the
bill the Secretary of War is authorized
and directed to have constructed me-
mortal bridge from the most convenient
,,oint # the naval observatory grounds,
ar adjacent thereto, across the Potomac
river to the most convenient point OF the
Arlington estate property the bridge to
be constructed on a plan to be approved
bv the Secretary of War, and not to cost
more than IS, 900, 600. The Secretary
Of War is authorized to expend so much
of the amount appropriated as may be
necessary for the purpose OF securing ana
discriminating on proper plan, opening
the competition to all who may desire to
submit plans. Senator Martin has la
bored faithfully to secure the passage OF
this bill by Congress and has gotten 1t
through the Senate, but for some reason
it has been held up by the House. The
bridge has gotten TO be an absolute ne
cessity and it is hoped that the bill for
its construction may become a law at
this session of Congress and that the
work of erecting the structure may be
commenced at an early day.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
Woodward & LOthrOp.
10th, 18th and F Sts., N. W.
WASHINGTON, D. C.
WASHINGTON. D. C.

restaurant. Baron Ablnger was
wealthy land owner, his estate at Inver-
loch Castle, Kingussie, comprising about
Al, 900 acres.
A dispatch received in London this
afternoon stated that the Pope was in ill.
health and suffering from weakness of
the heart. The report is discredited in
clerical circles. A high prelate who re-
Gently returned to London from Rome
says that the Pope in now in excellent
health.
The Berlin police fear that Seldew
Miller, young art student, whose homo
is in New York, has been the victim Of
some crime. Miller came to Berlin last
October to study art. About month
ago he disappeared, leaving his belong
ings in his room, and since that time mo-
trace of him has been found.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
Revolution Imminent.

A sure sigh of approaching revolt and seri-
Gus trouble in your system is nervousness,
sleeplessness, or stomach upsets. Electric
Bitters will quickly dismember the trouble
some causes. Il never fails to tone the stong.,.
ach, regulate the Kidneys and RGwels, stimu-
late the Liver and elSrify the blood. Run
down systems benefit particularly and all the
usual aches vanish under It's searching and
thorough effectiveness Electric Bitter is
only SOC and that is returned if 1t doesn't give
perfect satisfaction. Guaranteed by E. s.
Leadbeater & Sons. druggists.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
TELEGRAPHIC BREvITIEs.

Tom CLARK, member OF the Belknap
gang of counterfeiters, with headquarters
in Chicago, has been arrested at Cedar
Rapids, Iowa,
The trial ofMrs. Sarah Beatty, charged
with the murder of her husband, ended
at Mount Holly, N. j., today, the jury
returning verdict of acquittal.
The safe at the Marlton station of the
Pennsylvania railroad, a short distance
from Mount Holly, n. j., was blown up
by nitrO-glycerine at two O'Clock this
morning, and S25 carried off.
1t is said that Mr.. Bourke Cochran
has been decided upon as the Tammany
candidate for Congress in the Twelfth
New York district to succeed Mayor
elect George B. Mcclellan.
1t is stated that through the entire
lake region it has been tacitly agreed to
cut miners wages ten per cent. on Janu-
airy lst, bringing miners outside the
trust and independent range properties
under the same action.
c. Ellsworth Upton and Thomas W.
McGregor convicted of conspiracy with
G. E. Smith, of Baltimore, to defraud
the government on the sale of mail
pouches, were each sentenced to two
years in the penitentiary and 81 900 fine
in United States court in Baltimore TO-
day.
The home of the Yale Forestry School,
large building in New Haven, Conn.,,
was destroyed by FIRE this morning. In
the building were valuable herbsrium
containing plant specimens ofinestimable
value, and some valuable apparatus. A
library of rare botanical works We
seriously damaged. Early estimates OF
the loss was 100000
With the United States board of in
spection and survey on board, and con-
voyed by the cruiser Baltimore, the first
torpedo boat fotilla sailed out of Hamp-
ton Roads this morning on the voyage of
$4,000 miles to the Philippines. The
board of inspection and survey will
leave the Aotilla at Key West where the
cruiser Baudalo will replace the Balti-
more as convoy,
At 1890 O'Clock this morning, five
masked burglars dyDamited the safe
at the Pavonia Railroad station,
at Camden, N. j., and succeeded
in getting ten dollars in cash.
The robbers shot at the towcrman, en-,
gagged in a running fight with the police,
held up two bridge tenders, taking
watch and some cash from one of the
men, and threatening the life of the
other. They succeeded in making their
escape.
Joseph Stevenson, Of Cumberland, Nd,
crawled two miles with the top OF his head
shot off and then fell in swoon at his
mothers side. He was hunting and while
trying to dig a rabbit out OF hole in the
ground. his gun was discharged. the contents
passing through cheek tearing of his scalp,
exposing the brain. Stevenson Is still living
and may get we'll.
James Ratarba, who lived with BIZ &c.
Katie, in Kedze avenue. Chica1" 49, "aJ
killed her and then shot biz saus Sl IN
the forehead, None o. one nei neigh 1 know Of
any reason for fh act '''' 's"'O'' A"O" VI
MIS- siary Langley, of MeKeesport, Pa, is
-ahering from bullet wound in the neck,
having been shot by her son, Edward Lang
ley, ~ years old. in mistake for burglar.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
FOREIGN NEWS.

King Edward this afternoon went to
Sandringham Palace and inspected the
damage done by fire to the apartments
of Queen Alexandra on Thursday last.
He found the queen fully recovered from
the shock of her narrow escape.
The winter in northern Sweden has
set in with arctic severity. A famine is
again inevitable, although it is expected
that the scarcity of food will not be so
great as it was last year. The same
conditions exist in northern Finland.
James Yorke MacGregor EScarlett,
Baron Abinger, was instantly killed in
Paris today BY falling down the stairs OF
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
New.York Stock Market.

New York, Dec. 12.-The stock market
was only moderately active today and prices
as a rule fuctuated within narrow limits,
with variable changes from last nights close.
The most important feature was renewal of
selling pressure against Pennsylvania, which
declined over point and showed little rally
ing power: y. 5. Steel preferred, after
was heavy at loss of a point. Amalgamated
Copper sold ND point and then lost the gain
The news Of the day hafbeehr without specia
feature
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
tn Transfer Apostolic Delegates.

Rome, Dec. 12.-It was learned to-
day that Vatican circles considerit prob
able that Archbishop Falconio will
be recalled to Rome and that Archbishop
Sbaretti, at present apostolic delegate
to Cuba and Porto Rico, will be trans
ferred to Washington. 1t is intimated
that Mgr Falconio, though he has been
in the United States for many months,
has not been able to get into sympathy
with the American clergy, especially in
regard to appointments that are referred
10 the Vatican,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
Took the Law in Their Hands.

Chicago, Dec. 12.-Armed with picks,
crowbars, and sledge hammers, 100
property owners of Austin last night tore
up 500 feet of the Chicago Suburban
Railway Company's tracks. Bonfires
we're built around the poles supporting
the trolley wires, rails we're wrenched
from their fastenings, and ties scattered
in the vacant lots. The action of the
party resulted from the dissolution of an
injunction, the company having re-
fused to take up the tracks on Randolph
street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12

SENATOR GALMNGER has introduced
abill providing that after March 4, 1904,
salaries of Senators, Representatives and
Delegates in Congress shall he 81, 500 per
annum. The salary is nov $4,000 but
Mr.. Gallinger evidently thinks the sum
is not sufficient and that as there is plenty
OF money in the Treasury the members
of Congress might get some of it, be-
cause if they don't some one else will.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12

The RUsSo-JAPAN.sE war cloud,
which has appeared and disappeared so
often until it ceases to cause any more
apprehension than the waxing and wan
ing of comet. is again in evidence, but
devoid its previous sable aspect. The
dissolution of the japanese Diet. the
mod fcation of the demands of the
Mikado aud certain concessions on the
part of Russia regarding Manchuria
will, it is believed in most quarters,
open the way for the dove of peace to
perch upon both Monaghan and Musco-
wife
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
The Emperor ConyaIescent.

Berlin, Dec. l2.-This afternoon
Kaiser William, to prove 10 his people
that he is really convaescent, came from
Potsdam to Berlin in a train, and then
drove to the palace in an open carriage
through the centre of the city. He was
greeted with the widest enthusiasm.
The emperor replied to the greeting Of
the people by raising his hat. He
looked very pale. This evening he will
attend a performance at the National
Theatre.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
One Hundred Dollars n BOX

Is the value IT. A. Misdale, Summert0n, s.
He says: 81 had the piles for 20 years, I
tried many doctors and medicines. but all
failed except DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve. Il
cured me" IL Is a combination Of the heal
ing properties Of Witch Hazel with antisep-
ties and eniolients relieves and permanently
cures blind, bleeding, itching and protruding
piles, sores, cuts, bruises. eczema, salt rheum
ahd all skin diseases. Sold by all druggists.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
"Marah; A Story of Old Virginia"

"Msrah; A Story of Old Virginia
has been received FROM the author, "
Asbury Christian, pastor of Memorial
NJ. f. Church South, Berkeley, Va. In
his story Mr.. Christian graphically de-
scribes life in the South before it was
invaded, the 6esolating effects OF the
war, and the noble struggle made by its
people. Through it all runs a pretty
romance, which, after many vicissitudes,
ends happily to the sound of marriage
bells.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
Builders Oppose Labor's Demands.

Chicago, December 12.-William ID.
O'Brien, POSTMASTER at the banquet OF
contractors and builders, at the Audi
forum Hotel last evening, refused to
toast the American flag as an emblem OF
liberty. "Why the emblem OF liberty
is farce" he cried, "when men are
shot down in the streets because they are
trying to earn an honest living when We
are afraid to assert our rights for fear
that labor organizations will oppose us. !"
The delegates made the big hall echo
with cheers OF appreciation. at is rldic-
uIous." declared O'Brien, "to think
you should be obliged to waste your time
discussing your rights with walking dele
gates, business agents and labor leaders.
We want to make this national organiza-
lion so strong that it will never again be
necessary for us to confer day after day
with labor leaders to obtain our rights. "
Contractor William Grace declared that
he was tired of being told what to do by
Gompers and Mitchell and other labor
leaders. Other speakers SAID all the
troubles of the builders were laid at the
coor of organized labor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12

SENATOR HANNA is reported to have
said: "Mr. Roosevelt is the strongest
man the party can name. The fight
next year will undoubtedly be made on
the trusts and tariff. regard his nomi-
nation as foregone conclusion. As to
his election am not so sure"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
Fifty-Eighth Congress.
Washington; Dec. II.
SENATE.

BY the adoption of resolution, the
Secretary of the Treasury was directed
to report to the Senate what amount is
due the State of Missouri, ON account of
interest and other incidental expenses
paid in connection with raising troops
to aid the United States in suppression
of the rebellion of lS6l-5.
The Cuban reciprocity bill was taken
up Immediately alter the routine BUSH
ness.
Mr.. Bailey gave notice that he would
address the Senate on the measure Mon
day.
Mr.. Foster, of Louisiana, then took
the floor and spoke in opposition to the
bill.
HOUSE.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
TELEGRAPHIC NEWS.
The Legislature.

Especial Dispatch to the Alexandria Gazette.l
Richmond, Dec. 12.-The House today
ordered to its engrossment the bill appro-
priating $4,000 for Virginia building at 81.
Louis, and it will pass Monday.
The Senate did nothing except to present
Mr.. Keezell with handsome silver bowl as a
bridal present. The speech was made by Mr.
Wickham and the incident did much to re-
store the good-fellowship Of the two bodies
which was so marred by the spectacular pro-
ceedings Of yesterday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
Mems Gloves.
Women's and Children's
Winter Underwear.

Women's Fine Cashmere Pants,
$l.00, Were $l.35.
Children's Jersey Ribbed Merino Combi.
nation Suits.
SIPS. Were $l.75.
Two Specials in Women's Hosiery.
Women's Fancy Isle and Cotton Hose. liza
boot pattern, checks and stripes.
25c. Value Soc and soc.
Women's Isle Thread Hose, plain black,
fancy stripe and boot pattern.
35c; pairs for $1.OC.
Value. Soc.
Main floor. F st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
DRY GOODS.
Woodward ( L0tlrOD,.
10th. 1 It'll & F StsN w.
Business Hours s a. m. to 6 p. m.
4le Busy and
Jolly 1'0yald.
ION THE FOURTH FLOOR
ION THE FOURTH FLOOR

More than half acre filled with every
thing that man has contriyed TO make the
little eyes snap and sparkle. The most beau
tiful dolls and animsls--dogs, cats, lambs.
cows, monkeys and elephants. Tool chests
for boys, iron and tin toys-chOo-ehoo cars,
fire engines, ice wagons. Blocks and puzzle
games balls and rubber toys. Rabbits that
hop across the floor, clowns that roll or walk,
automobiles that run themselves, and the al
ways wonderful railway trains. There are
wonderful doll houses for the little house
keepers. All sorts of nursery furniture
everything that Santa Claus has ever made, or
Christmas ever brought to light, to make the
heart of children happy, is here in the most
wonderful profusion.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
The Market.
georgetown, Dec. 12.-Whest 75a82,
List of Unclaimed Letters.

The following is a list of the letters remain
ing in the Alexandria, Va, posloffice on
December 70. 1903
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
OVerCOatS.

Navy blue and Gray military style Over
coats, brass buttons, full back; sizes Ct OF
to 10. $3.50 values. Holiday price VA'>o
Navy Blue and Gray Long Oyercoats, vel.
vet collars, black tailor satin lining, new
style pGGk sfis;s sizes ,,eo to IS. $500 S270
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
NEWS OF THE DAY.

The House was not in session today
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-12-12
T MsG,s Furnishings

colors; nicely boxed-only.........~..-... SoS
Mems Silk Neckwear, FOur-in.hands and
Tecks; reversible, in all the newest patterns !;
each one in lace-edge fancy box DC
...........".".........".... ~c~
Mems All-silk English Squares, Four.in-
hands, Ascots; light and dark eff S0c
fects; each in pretty box....-........ wv
Mems Full Dress Shirts, guaranteed per-
feet fitting, linen bosoms; special TIC
Mems Domet Flannel Pajamas, in neat and
pretty fine stripes; good colorings g M
per suit. %A'OV
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1903-11-02
THE Citizen" Thinks Lou UW
CARR Brooklyn by 10000.

None Of the managers Of the campaign in Kings
County desired yesterday TO change their estimates
of the vote on Tuesday which appeared IN The
Tribune yesterday. The fusion managers were still
confident that their Judgment in making estimates
Of 10000 for Low in Brooklyn would be vindicated
Senator 2. II. McCarren. the Tammany manager IN
Brooklyn. declared that the more he thought OF
his 300 plurality for Mcclellan in Kings County
the more conservative it seemed TO be-
To-day will be spent by both sides in personal
work. No meetings of any size are scheduled for
tonight. The Citizens Union, however. has one
meeting scheduled for Brownsville.
Extraordinary efforts TO get the votes out will be
made by both sides tomorrow. Rumors OF the
presence of reporters in the Eastern District and
Of queer work will cause the voting places 70 ne
watched there with particular care. The Citizens
Union and Republicans have combined in providing
lawyers for the various courts. The Democrats
Will also be represented in each court By lawyer
There are those on each side who are willing 10
admit that there may be many surprises when the
vote is counted to-morrow The great question Is
Mclaughlin will be able to pol agalpSt tns am
zen after making careful analy SIS or the coiol
lions in the various Assembly districts, reaches
IIe ctiCiuS91 tldt t' az in ,1 V'ij gee
10000 votes that were cast for SHEPARD then OF
tfuence of Mr.. Mclaughlin. The Citizen agrees
with the fusion managers that Low viii have a
plurality OF 1900 in Kings County.
In many ways the campaign in Brooklyn has
fight made by Senator McCarren 70 bring the Kings
County Democratic machine into line Tor the en-
tire ticket against the opposition OF the McLaugh-
lin forces. the Democratic campaign was late IN
opening. Last week however McCarren carried
hustng campaign. largely by means OF per
sonal work and a large number Of small meetings
held in every part Of the borough. There have
been almost many large meetings as usual held
The fusion camPaigneTs have also carried on
lively canvass. Theirs has been a campaign not
only of meetings and oratoTy. bnt also Of educa-
ton through literature widely distributed, banners
containing ncisive paragraphs anG steIeoptica 9
pictures and epiSrams Rcth the Repr5HcanS ana
Citizens Union have been hampered by lack of
funds.