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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17
Police Commissioners.

The regular monthly meeting of the
Board of Police Commissioners was held
last night. Mayor Simpson presided,
and NJ the commissioners save Mr.. Hill
were present.
The secretary read the minutes Of the
two preceding meetings There was
really no business before the board, and
the Mayor pro ,eeled to recite the cir
cumstances in connection with the in
vestigation of charges against Officers
Allen, Roberts, Smith and Lyles in con-
nectiOn with the arrest of Thomas
Rowen a few months ago when the latter,
at was charged, had been cruelty treated
and unnecessary force used by the Off
oers. The Mayor stated that he had in
vestigated the charges and was satisfied
that the officers were justified in their
course. 1t was, however, an unfOrtu-
nate occurrence, but decisions Of the
Court of Appeals in similar cases fully
justified the officers. The Mayor also
called at ention to the fact that Chief
Webster is not performing the duties Of
his Office. He said the chief was given
leave of absence during the illness of his
son-in-law, Mr.. Sidney Pullman, from
April 30 last until May IL; that after
MIR. Pulman's death the chief had asked
for an extension of leave in order to
straighten out some of his daughters
business affairs. He had made no limit
to the leave of absence, but it was un-
derstood that his salary would not be
paid during his absence. The Mayor
said the chief came to headquarters
about June / and remained long enough
to make up the May pay roll, but did
not actually go on duty.
Mr.. Graham said he was under the
impression that the chief intended to re-
turn TO duty as soon as his daughter $
affairs were in such shape that he could
turn them over to her.
Mr. LawIer said it had been rumored
recently that Chief Webster intended to
resign. and the Mayor said that he had
heard the rumOr.
In reply to question by Mr.. Ora
ham, the Mayor said that the chlels
abse, nee did not in any way impair the
service; that the force was now working
in perfect harmony.
After some further discussion the
secretary was directed to ascertain from
Chief Webster what his intentions are
During the session the Mayor stated
that an impression had gone forth that
under the new constitution and the re-
cent acts of the General Assembly the
Mayor Of a city had authority to remove
a policeman or fireman for cause after
an investigation, and that this opinion
was held by several Alexandria lawyers.
He said he did not share their views,
and felt satisfied that the Mayor OF a
CITY had power only to suspend such
officials pending the action OF the
police commissioners or fire wardens, as
the case might be. Hence the present
Jaw defining the powers of the Ponce
Commissioners is still operative, they,
only. being vested with the power of re-
moval.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17
COMMUNICATED.

All tax paying citizens are glad to
know that the prices of medical supplies
for the poor and supplies for the fire
department are being reduced. Why
not have lower priced groceries and feed
for the Aims House? 1t seems that the
keeper of the Aims House is acquainted
with but few grocers. One Of those few
has been supplying the Aims House
with oroceriea for many Years WHY not
make a change? Judging from the
prices charged by these grOcers, good
saving for the city could be made if the
keeper of the Aims House would try
others. DEALER.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17
Excursion Yesterday.

Large crowds went from this city to
Riverside Park, near Mount Vernon,
Yesterday to attend the old Virginia
picnic and tournament held under
the auspices of the Junior Order OF
United American Mechanics. The
affair was a success in every par
ticular. The orator of the day was
Mr.. Lewis II. Machen, of this city.
At night trouble occurred between an
Alexandrian and a Fairfaxan, in which
the former received an ugly cut on the
head.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17
Enforcing the Order.

Officer Mayhugh was engaged today
in enforcing Mayor Simpsons order in
regard to the lettering of colored people
in front of certain resorts on north Fay
cite street. The officer notified the pro-
prietcrs that they would be held respon-
sible for disorder inside their premises,
while the police would see that the peace
was preserved on the outside. All empty
beer kegs and other things affording
seating accommodations in front OF the
retxsats have been taken away.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17
Weddings.

Mr.. Arthur Davis and Miss Daisy E.
Nails, daughter of Mrs. Julia A. Nails,
were married last night at Z o'clock at
the residence of the brides mother, 7Ol
south Lee street. Only the immediate
friends of the two families were present.
The ceremony was performed by Rev.
DR.. George L. Hunt, pastor OF the
Baptist Church. Mr.. and Mrs. Davis
will reside in this city.
Mr.. Harvey Mellin and Miss Cordella
Skillman were married on Tuesday night
by Rev. DR.. Hunt.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17
Pastoral Calls.

Rev. Edwin S. Kinks, rector OF the
St lanes Episcopal Church, OF Lees
burg. has accepted call from Boise
City Idaho, to become the dean OF the
Cathedral of St. Michael in that city.
He recently received call to the Fps
conal Church at Warrenton. Mr.. Kinks
has been in Idaho for some months.
The vestry of Henshaw Memorial
Episcopal Church, Baltimore, has unan'
imously decided to call to the rector
shin soon to be vacant Rev. George .;
SummeryilIe, rector Of the Episcopal
Church at Falls Church.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17
DWARF MARRIEs Big MAY.-Pearl

DWARF MARRIEs BIG MAN. Pearl
Robinson, a dwarf less than three feet
tall, who appears as Queen of the Realm
in Coney Island show, was married
on Tuesday by Alderman Matthews in
New York to Arthur Balsom, the cleo
trician of the show. Balsom Is about .
feet 10 inches. A large number Of pee
pie were attracted TO the Marriage
Bureau by the odd wedding One of
the witnesses was the brides mother,
who weighed at least 24O pounds.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17

81 have been trOnbled with my
stomach for the past four years says
D. L. Beach, of Glover Nook Farm,
Greenfield, Mass. "A few days ago
was induced to buy box of Chamber
lain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. | have
taken part of them and feel great deal
better" If you have any trouble with
your stomach try box of these Tablets
You are certain to be pleased with the
result. Price % cents. For sale by
Richard Gibson.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17
Advertising Essential.

Whether advertising is necessary IS
shown in this statement BY an expert
enced businessman: "a merchant may
have absolutely the best goods on the
market. Yet if he does not announce
the fact and convince the public, he
might as we'll have inferior wares. lie
mast advertise testify, truthfully and
temperately,'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17
Conduct Tor Fisher Killed.

Mr.. George Fisher, conductor of local
freight train No. 267 of the Southern
Railway. was killed by his train at Mar
shall, twenty-eight miles east of Front
ROYAL on the Manassas division, yes
terday afternoon. Fishers home was in
Strasburg. where his remains we're re-
moved for burial. He leaves young
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17
One Coop of ShOatS
For Sale by
sep17 81 THOMAS PERRY & co.
Gas Shades and Chimueys.

1t will be time well spent il YOU will call
at my store, corner Of St. Asaph and Duke
streets, and inspect the last shipment of M
gas lamps for HOME USE. They are espec-
ialiv made for the "Block" Burner, but can
be used on any other to advantage. By the use
of these chimneys you can get a light that,
while strong, will not injure the eye. The
merit of ihe Block Light has been proven,
and YOU are the looser # you do not inyesti-
cate f. NJ ANDERSON,
Cor. Duke and 81. Asaph Streets.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17
Baseball.

The Alexandria Athletic Club VIII
play the Ballston team on Saturday
evening at 4:30 at the old fair grounds
The line up of the Alexandrias will be
Reynolds, Flagg, Brenner Dempsey
Benzette, Wheatley, Bright, Gray,
Bright. A good game is promised al
who may attend.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17
The Pleasure of Eating.

Persons suffering from Indigestion, 1ys-
pepsia or other stomach trouble will find that
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure digests what you eat
and makes the stomach sweet. This remedy
is never falling cure for Indigestion and
Dyspepsia and all complaints affecting the
glands or membranes of the stomach or di-
gestiye tract. When you take Kodol Dys-
pepsis Cure everything you eat tastes good,
and every bit of the nutriment that your food
contains is assimilated and appropriated by
the blood and tissues. Sold by all druggists.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17
OYSTERS AND LOBSTERS.

take great pleasure to inform my many
friends aud the public in general that ! have
added to my oyster business Lobsters, ,yhiei
] receive from the coast Of Maine and hassa'
chusetts. HOLSTERS have never before been
sold in this market. ! receive them daily
from Boston and can be seen at the corner Of
King and Royal streets and at my oyster
House, 307 Prince street, ] am now prepared
to promptly fill all orders for Oysters or Lob
sters. Yours respectfully,
J. NJ YOUNG, SO7 Prince St.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17
NOTICE.

Members of the HYDRAULION S. F. +.
CO., No. 3, are earnestly requested to meet at
the Office Of Messrs NJ. B. Harlow d Co.,
No. ll9 south Fairfax street. promptly at &
o'clock THIS Thursday EVENING, Sep
TENDER II, for transaction Of important bust
ness. A full attendance is desirable,
w. W. BALLENGER,
II Chairman of Committee
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17
DINING Room.

Having remodeled and enlarged my rcstau-
rant in Market alley. | am now prepared to
furnish meals at the shortest notice
have in conjunction with the restaurant q
PRIVATE DINING ROOM, which will be
found very satisfactory to all customers. Tn
cuisine will be unexeelled and the attention
prompt. This room will be open on Sundays
Those who wish to enjoy good meal with
oniet and pleasant surroundings will find this
dining room all that could be desired.
CHARLES II. ZIMMERMAN.
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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17

No need TO fear sudden attacks Of cholera
infantum, dysentery, diarrhoea, summer com
chest,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17
LEGAL NOTICES.
XTIRGINIA.--In the Clerks office Of the
Corporation Court Of the city of Alexan-
dria, on the 17th day of September, 1903.
James J. Garyey
VS.. Chancery.
Maud Garvey.

Memo. The object of this suit is TO obtain
an absolute Divorce by James j, Garyey from
Maud Carney.
Ii appearing by an affidavit in this cause
that the defendant, Maud Garyey, is non
resident of this State ID is ordered,
That said defendant appear here with
in fifteen days after due publication of
this order and do what is necessary to pro
tect her interest in this suit, and that copy
of this order be forthwith inserted In the
Alexandria Gazette, a newspaper published IN
the city Of Alexandria, once week for -four
successive weeks, and posted at the front door
of the Court House Of this city.
A copy-TEsTE:
JOHN S. BEACH, Clerk.
by NEWELL S. GRBENAwAY, ID. {.
Samuel G.. Brent, p. q.
sepl7 1aw4w-th
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17

WEATHER PRoBABILITIEs.-For this sec
ton rain and cooler tonight. Friday fair,
much cooler; brisk to high southwest to north
xyact xuip1c
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17
LOCAL NEWS.

sun rises tomorrow at 5:51 a. m. and sets
6:1O p. m. High water at AIS a. m. ana
4:51 d. M
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-09-17
REAL ESTATE.
VANTED--HOUSES.

Our list of houses for
rentin its present condition
shows that our facilities for
renting property are un-
usual. We want more va
cant houses. 1t is practi-
cally as good as a guaran-
tee that they will be rented
promptly, if placed in our
hands.
Your property will pay
as it should if we have its
management, because we
will bring it to the atten-
ton of the right sort Of
tenants, rent it and keep il
rented. Bear in mind that
we rent more houses than
all the other real estate
- 4.fU ann,
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1903-08-22
TERRIBLE DISASTER IN PARIS
Underground Railway Cars Burned
in q Tunnel.
Passengers Are suRoeated ~ smoke
Ninety-Four Bodies Have
Been Recovered.

Paris, Aug. 12.--Ninety-four bodies
have been recovered and the death list
probably will exceed 100 In the under
ground railway disaster which occurred
here Monday night.
The accident. which occurred on the
Metropolitan electric railway. assumed
the proportions of an awful catastrophe
during the early hours Tuesday when
more than four score bodies of the
burned and suffocated victims were re-
moved from the subterranean passage.
that the death list will. perhaps, exceed
five score.
The causes 81 the accident are engag-
Ing the attention Of the officials Sew
eral versions of the disaster are given.
but the main facts which have been es-
tablished are the following:
Train No. f3. which caused the acci-
dent. came from Porte Dauphine al the
entrance to the Bots de Boulogne. In the
western part Of Paris, and passing un-
der the Place de L'Etoile circied the
northerly quarter of the city, Tn this
northern quarters manufacturing sec
tion-the train picked up numbers Of
workmen. who. after their days work.
were returning to their homes in the
populous eastern ACCOMPLISHMENTS Of
the city. In reaching the neighborifood
of the cemetery of Pere La Chaise the
electrical motor failed to act properly
and the train waited at the station of
Les Couronnes until the arrival ofa sec
ond train which pushed the crippled
train forward. making total Of 1s
coaches.
After proceeding about 200 yards to-
wards Menilmontant station. the darn
aged dynamo set fire to the engine Of
the first train. The fire burned fiercely,
raising quantities of smoke. Stimuli
taneously the electric lights on the
trains went out. leaving the passengers
in total darkness, except for the light Of
the burning engine far ahead. This i'm
peded the progress of the trains toward
Menilmontant. The terror-stricken pas
sengers got out and tried to grope their
way back. The powerful electrical cur
rent. which continued in the rails. is be-
lieved to have stunned or killed many.
A number of the passengers managed to
reach Les Couronnes station, but the
main body of the passengers was over
come by the heat and smoke.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1903-08-22
CHASED BY A CUTTER.
American Fishing ycsseA ee
lake Erie.

Erie, Pa, Aug. 14.-With its cabins
an encounter with the Canadian rev.
enue cutter Petrol, the fishing steamer
Silver Spray steamed into port Wednes-
day afternoon, having beaten the Can
adian in long race, which would have
meant the confiscation of the craft had
1t been captured. The Silver Spray was
attacked by the Canadian cutter while
in the fishing grounds which have for
years been disputed waters between Can
ada and the United States. While there
have been many conflicts between the
Petrol and the American craft in the
past this is the first time. 1t is said. that
the Petrol ever fired on an American
crew, and Capt. Chris Chau, the owner
Of the Silver Spray. is preparing pro-
test to the state department at Wash
ington. which will make Wednesday
battle an international affair. and per-
haps result in settling the mooted
boundary line for all time to come.
Washington, Aug. 14.-No dispatches
have been received by the state depart
ment concerning the firing upon the fish
ing vessel by Canadian revenue cutter
In Lake Erie. Several officers Of the de-
partment. upon reading the press dis
patches of the occurrence, searched for
presidents in such cases, and found
none. The fact that no telegraphic ad-
vices have been received leads to the be-
lief in the department that the case is
not Of such serious consequences as Ia
make 1t an international complication.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1903-08-22
BANK FAILS.
Founth Finances Institution I'm Dn~
Iath Suspe ndsnA Result of Al
legged Embexxlement.

Duluth, Mimi. Aug 15.-.The alleged
embezzlement Of $4,000 of the funds
of the Commercial Banking company,
fog which E. E. Johnson, the trusted
clerk of the bank is under arrest. has
brought about the failure Of the Mer-
chants bank, Of Duluth, which closed
its doors after Fridays business
President Smith said that the failure
was due to- run on the bank result
ing from the closing of the CONNER
cial Banking company's institution.
He said that he could not anticipate
the extent of the Withdrawals. and
closed tn protect all depositors as
much as possible. This is the fourth
bank suspepding business as a result
of the alleged embezzlement
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1903-08-22
Three Men Killed.

Cleveland. o., Aug. 13.-The Cleveland
Furnace company's plant, just complet-
ed at cost of nearly million dollars.
was late Wednesday the scene of an
accident in which three mems lives were
instantly crushed out. The dead are:
Frank virone. George Peters and
Michael Krecji. The first blowing In
Of the new blast furnace was to occur
Wednesday night and the three men
were inside the stack laying the last
course Of material. when without an in
stant's warning the huge bell at the
top Of the stack. used for regulating the
draught of the stack. rs feet above where
the men were at work. crashed down
upon them.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1903-08-22

Bar Harbor. Me-, Aug. 15.--H Is i'm.
possible to obtain definite ofYicial in
formation as To the condition. SO far "a
known. OF the battleship Massach ucetts
which sustained serious damage by
contact with the pinnacle of Egg rock
in the barber. Wednesday. u was
learned to-day. however. and from rc-
liable source. that the vessel has Ii
holes In her bottom. and that part Of
her rudder is gone. II is a,.o SAD that
the water in the center Of the ship mas
rendered her machinery useless ard
that In al probability she will have u
I've towed to Gry6ock.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1903-08-22
New Trade Combinat,...

New York. Aug. 15.-The latest
thing in trade combinations is to be
known as the United Tailors."
Charles M. Schwabs millions are
said TO be behind the scheme. which
1t is understood will be launched In
this city one week from to-day. Five
branch stores have already been
leased in various parts of Manhattan
and the projectors say that within 80
days their stores will be in operation
in large cities all over the country.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1903-08-22
charged with Embe.-Ie-e.t.

Duluth. Mimi. Aug. 14.-E. b. john
son. bookkeeper for the Commercial
Banking company, Of this city. was ar
rested here Wednesday evening on q
warrant charging him with the embez-
element OF $4,000 of the banks money.
When placed In jail. Johnson admitted
his guilt and claimed that the pecula-
lions had extended over q period Of
eight months and that he had been able
to deceive his employers by a manipu-
lation of the books.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1903-08-22
Held for Mutiny.

Kalamazoo, Mich. Aug. 15.-The
six coal passers who struck on the
steamer Eastland Thursday In the
middle OF Lake Michigan were exam
ined Friday In South Haven before
United States Circuit court Commits
sioner Harvey. Of st. Joseph. Glenn
Watson and Edward Fleming are held
on the charge of mutiny. the other
four being released.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1903-08-22

London, Aug. 15.-The Daily Mail
prints dispatch from st. Petersburg
which says that the correspondent
gathers from reliable source that
Russia intends to increase her mill
tary forces in the far east to 10000
men. with view to preparing for any
eventuality in connection with pos
sible warlike intentions of Japan.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1903-08-22
May Abdicate.

Vienna. Aug. Is. = Unconfrmed ru-
NOR says that King Peter. of Servia,
has threatened to abdicate. claiming
he is virtually prisoner in the hands
Of the military party. 1t is also ru-
mored that the entire Servian minis
try has resigned. owing to discord be-
tween those who aided in numbering
the king and queen and those who did
not narticinafa
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1903-08-22

UR text Is a prayer
"a fervid prayer
rising from the lips
OF a man whose
heart is crushed
with a sense OF his
own miserable fail
ure and awful sin.
but whose faith
and repent a n C e
pave the way which
leads back to God
and His bles s c d
earyina The Dcalvv,
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1903-08-22
LANES I. CORBETT.

us blow; was duplicated. This time.
however. Corbett struggled to his feet
and again faced his gigantic adversary.
With hardly a moments hesitation jeff
ries swung his right and again landed
on C6rbett's stomach Jim dropped to
the floor and then IL was that Tommy
Ryan. seeing that ii was all over, mo-
toned to Referee. Graney to stop the
punishment.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1903-08-22
JAMES n. lIgrFRIEs.

to save their man from needless punl
ishment. The end csme shortly after
the beginning of the tenth round, when
Jeffries planted one Ut his terrific left
swings ON Corbetrs stomach. The man
who conquered JOHN l.. Sullivan
dropped tor the floor in agony and the
memorable scene at Carson City. when
Bob Fitzsimmons landed his solar plex-
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1903-08-22
shortage Is Ruinos..

Guthrie. Okla. Aug. 10.-The pres-
emit shortage OF cars in the southwest
makes the situation critical and places
the enormous crops of 1903 at the
mercy of the railroads. the managers
Of which attribute the dificulty to the
late spring floods.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1903-08-22

ResGsns Heavywsfsht Championship
~ Defeating Corbett In the
Tenth Round.

San Francisco, Aug. 15.-James j.
Jeffries, champion heavyweight Of the
world. played with Jim Corbett for nine
rounds and half Friday night, and
then Corbett's seconds rnotioned to Ref
cree Graney to stop the fight In order
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1903-08-22

London, Aug. 1.-THE British house
of lords passed the third reading OF the
Irish land bill after the duke of Devon
shire had expressed confidence that the
government will be able to reconcile any
differences on the amendments when
they come up In the house Of commons.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1903-08-22
Chicago. Sunday. Aug. 16. ]

Text-"Create for me clean heart. o
God; and renew steadfast spirit within
me Cast me not away from Thy pres
-ence; and take not Thy Holy Spirit from
me. Restore unto me the JOY OF Thy saliva
ton: and uphold me with willing spirit.
Then will teach transgressors Thy ways;
and sinners shall be converted unto Thee"
psalm 5l:io-l3. CRevised version. marginal
Seading)
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1903-08-22

Washington. Aug. 10.-Rear Admi-
raj George w. Melville. who was su-
perannuated last January. has relin-
pushed his duties as chief Of the
bureau Of steam engineering and has
been succeeded by iiear Admiral
Charles " Rea