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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
OPENING AND CLOSING OF NAILS

Northern mails, week days, close at 7 &c,
Q 90 and 10 20 a. M, and | 10, 24O, o 40, %
and 10 As p. m. Open at 5 GOA. m, 1900 m.
and 4 80 %. m. On Sundays Northern mails
close at / 30 p. in. and Z 20 p. m.
Southern mails via Charlottesville close O.,
7 30 and 10 40 a. M, and 45 and 10 45 p. m.
Open at 3 90 a. M. and 30 and 30 p. m.
Southern mails, via Richmond, close at
80 a. m, and 800, $50 and 10 d p. m.
Open at s a. IN. and and p. IN.
Manassas Division mails close at 30 a. m.
and 3 As d. m. Open at ~ 90 m.
Alexandria and Round Hill mails close at
7 80 a. m. and p. IN. Open at 9 20 a. IN. and
800 p. m.
Chesapeake and Ohio mails close at l As p.
m. and 10 As p. m. open at 500 a. IN. and
430p. m.
Washington mails close at 30, 900 and
II 10 a. M, and Is, 240, 6 40 $ % and 10 40
p. m. Open at s 90 a. m, II % m. and 90 p.
m. and 100 p. m.
Office Hours-Open at 500 a. m. Close at
600p.m.
Sunday Hours-OTen at 9OOa m. Close
at 1000a. m.
Carriers Observation-Disclosures made on in;
side routes--6 80 and 10 90 a, N. and 90 and
3 30 D. m. Full route-630 a. m. and . 80 p.
M. Sunday collection 800 p. m. Carriers
window open Sunday 900 a. m. and close
10 90 a. m.
Deliveries made 90 a. m, p. m. and A. 10
p. m.
All mail should be in the office ten minutes
before our indicated time for closing.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
Neurological.

Seventeen years ago today George w.
Rock, for many years prominent hgure
in Alexandria, died Unexpectedly and
almost in the twinkling of an eye. The
deceased was printer by trade, having
long time ago been an apprentice in
the Gazette Office. While a practical
printer, he was at home in either the
sanctum or the composing room.
He held several public positions during
life. His last official work was in the
City Sergeanps Office, being the deputy.
Positive and brusque, often bordering
on intolerance, he necessarily made
enemies of those who failed to under
stand him or who were not his associates
or close companions. His main powers
were in invective, scathing criticism
and an aptitude to turn searchlights on
the weak points of Others. His aptitude
to size-up enthusiasts or misguided
people made him terror to those who
managed to keep on the stage on small
capitals or those who were the victims oil
popular crazes questionable movements
That he is missed is generally conceded
by friend and foe alike. 1t is often
observed, especially in small communl-
ties, that when certain characters pass
away they generally make room for
others of like minds. The subject of this
notice, however, seems 10 have been
sui generis and when nature formed him
she threw away the mould. While at
tempting to act the part of the foolklller
he was at times rash in his talk and his
precipitancy often brought him regrets
as an afterclap. Like many Others, with
him the tongue was an unruly member
and, unfortunately, he made but feeble
efforts to bride it. Alexandria has made
much history since this well-known man
was gathered to his fathers, and had he
lived in recent years he would doubtless
have taken issue with the champions OF
this thing or that. His shafts were d.
rected at all alike, and the high and low
were equally his targets. There were
some who tolerated Samuel johnson tor
his genius, and long before his days
similar patience was shown Martln
Luther in consideration of the part he
was playing in the worlds history. Both
at times made themselves repulsive by
their inability to govern their spirits,
but their biographers tell US it was
all on the surface, and the same
can be said of the subject of this
notice. The noted Alexandria, played
but local part in history, and there
we're no marks of genius to commend
him to posterity; yet there was in his
composition something which caused his
intimates to enjoy his society. "De
mortuis nil nisi bonum" is one of the
best rules of life, and the above is not
written in an offensive sense, but by
lifelong friend who saw him often when
stripped of brusqueness and clothed IL
docility. He then manifested as kind
heart as ever throbbed in human
bosom.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
Weddings.

Miss Annie Ray Field, of Lynchburg,
a daughter of the late Edgar Field, a
former Alexandrian. and Mr.. Henry
Sumner Kemp, of Norfolk, were mar
ried at the rectory of st. PauPs Church
in this city last night The ceremony
was performed by Rev. P. P. Phillips in
the presence of only the relatives and a
few intimate friends Of the two families
The bride had as her maid of honor
Miss Sadie NJ. Field, of this city, and
the best man was Mr. Jacobs, Of Nor
folk. Mr. and Mrs. Kemp later left on
a wedding tour. They will reside in
Norfolk
Miss Isabelle Taylor Duncan, OF this
city. and Mr.. Archibald Fornshlll were
married at the rectory of Christ Church
last night by Rev. Mr.. Morton. Mr..
Fornshill is an Alexandrian by birth,
but now resides in Roanoke, in which
city the newly-married couple will live.
Only immediate members OF the families
w itnessed the marriage ceremony.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
THE GREAT FIRE.
Editor Alexandria Gazette

Editor Alexandria Gazette:
As / doubt not that you earnestly de-
sire to be exactly correct in matters OF a
historical character, | take the liberty OF
pointing out several inaccuracies in your
description of what we Alexandrians
call 1.-The great fire" in last Saturday 5
issue. There are houses adjoining Hotel
Fleischmann now, but, as | have heard
from people older than myself, they are
the same that were there in 1927. The
fire originated in the factory which was
in the rear and was carried by the wind
across the alley behind it, to Fairfax
street. where it burned all the houses
from .Stabler's drug store Except, posi-
blv, that next on the south, about which
am uncertain) to Prince street includ-
ing that on the corner. The sparks set
fire to two houses just south of the alley
across Fairfax street and they were burn
ed. and there the fire was checked. The
sparks, however, fired the houses on both
sides of Water (now Lee streetand burned
them all as far as the large building at
the corner of Union, where it was finally
conquered. Whether the warehouse on
the south side was burned or not, am
uncertain. You are mistaken as to the
then existing fire department. There
we're five companies The Sun, located
on the site of the southern part OF the
present station h)use; the Relief, just
north of the First Presbyterian Church;
the Friendship, just south of the market
house ON Royal street; the Star, at the
southeast corner of Christ Church yard,
and the Crescent, a company which after
wards consolidated with the Friendship
when the latter was moved uptown. Its
station was, / think, on King street
above Henry, where there ought to be an
engine now. None of these had hose at
that time, but the Washington engines
had. They were kept in little frame
houses just large enough to hold them,
the members of the company meeting at
neighboring taverns.
AN OLD ALEXANDRIAN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
Junior Order of Elks.

People passing up King street last
night had their attention attracted ny a
crowd of boys who were running a
cement-mixer up and down the street.
AS the contrivance was moved along
some of the youngers had hold OF the
cranks which revolve the cylinder ana
tn ey turned it every time the wheels on !
wi Jich it rested revolved. a juvenile
vol &c was heard inside the mixer and a
pas er-by, experimenting that some
misc hief was in progress, stopped the
fun and upon opening the cylinder
found youngster therein. The boys
in explanation, said they were initiating
a candidate into the Junior Order OF
Elks. The victim, upon being liber,
ated. made tracks for home and VIII
probably not appear for the other de-
grees of the order.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
Personal.

Mr.. Jos. H. Ramsey, Superintendent
of the Bell-Pre Bottle Works, has gone
to Pennsylvania on business in connec-
ton with the plant.
Miss Mary Petit handsomely enter
tanned number of her friends at pro-
gressive euchre party at her home, us
Gibbon street, last night. The prizes
we're won by Mr.. Louis Breen, Mr.. }.
Sweeney, and Misses Mamie and Annie
Igoe.
Mr.. J. r. Cation has returned from
Richmond quite indisposed with grip.
The many friends and acquaintance
Of Mrs. Jane Boush will regret to learn
that the injury she received by fall at
her home on Pitt street Monday evening
is more serious than at first supposed,
and her condition is causing much
anxiety.
Miss Eleanor Fox, of Philadelphia, is
visiting Mrs. Henry F. Robertson, on
Washington street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
LOCAL BREvITIEs.

Three dodgers were at the station house last
night.
The attendance at the meetings in the NJ.
K. Church South is increasing nightly.
There were several unimportant cases dis
posed of in the Police Court this morning.
Richard NJ Pettey, Of Alexandria, has been
appointed messenger in the Patent Ofnce.
Louis r., infant son of Mr.. J. Frank Cariln,
died at its parents home In this city last
night.
The annual meeting Of stockholders of the
Eureka Manganese Company was held IN TINS
city today.
In the Corporation Court today Mrs. Fannie
Dorset was appointed administrators OF the
estate of the late Joseph II. Maddox.
Should the present favorable weather con-
tinue. the contractors for the King street I'M
provements will resume operations tomorrow
". II. Smith has sold to the Mercantile
Railway. Building and Loan Association hNe
houses and lots on the east side OF Alireu
street, south Of Pendleton.
There will be mass meeting OF BaPust
ladies in the church tomorrow at O'Clock
for the purpose of arranging for any oyster
supper in the near future.
Mr.. Samuel II. Lunt, real estate broker,
Yesterday sold for Messrs. Edmund Burke
and J. 4. Cation, trustees, Bon Air, in Alex
andria county, to Mr.. r. A. Wiley for $500.
Samuel Cerson was taken in charge yester-
day on suspicion of lunacy. Today COM
mission, consisting of Drs. Klipstein and Cor
man and Justice Pelton, was called to con-
slider his case.
The quarterly conference of the Epworth
League Union of Washington and vicinity
will be held in Mount Vernon Place NJ: T..
Church South in that city tomorrow: Rep
resentatiyes of the league Of the NJ. +. Church
South in this city will participate In the
exercises.
The SCOT in the chimney Of the residence OF
Mr.. Edward Nails, on the north side of Prince
street. between Fairfax and Lee, took fre this
morning and some of the woodwork around
il caught fire. Extinguishers from the Re-
lief truck house were procured and the flames
were subduced before any material damage
resulted.
Sheepshead, salmon, trout, perch and smeIts
will be for sale in market tomorrow by MI
Robert Trayers.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
Narrow Escape.

Helen, the little daughter of MIR. VIM.
A. Moore, had close call YESTERDAY,
evening on Cameron street The cAi,u
attempted TO cross to the opposite side
in front of an advancing electric tram
when she stumbled and fell on the track.
The motorman witnessed the occurrence
and by prompt action brought the cars
70 standstill, not, however, until the
finder was but two or three feet from the
nrostrate body of the little one.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
Want to Spend a Billion in Alexan-
dria-

After the adjournment of the Board
Of Police Commissioners last night Mayor
simpson read a communication from A.;
G.. Lee, representing the lnternatlonal
Political Specialists School anc tne
Worlds Diathetic Institute, which Is al
present looking for site for building
The projectors expect to spend a billion
dollars. and Alexandria being near
Mount Vernon, they are seriously con-
.sidering the ACCESSIBILITY of placing the
institution here. Mr.. Lawler suggested
that the communication be referred to
the Business Mems League. 1t was the
unanimous opinion of all present that
Alexandria should do everything posi-
bile to have the billion dollars spent here
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22

ANOTHER Coal TRAIN SEIZED
Men, gomeg and children attacked and
captured a yesterday train ofseven cars
loaded with more than 200 tons of an
thracite on the Long Island railroad in
Brooklyn. The train crew tried to night
the capturers of, but het crowd was too
big and the railroad employees were forced
to stand by while the people filled their
bags. baskets, cssts, yheelbarrows and
even wagons with the coal.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
pr, ,sbytery of the Chesapeake.

The ,Oresbytery of the Chesapeake
assembled in the Second Presbyterian
Church in .'his city today. Rev. Walter
II. Robertso was chosen moderator and
Mr. K. Kenfper clerk. The petition
for the establisl Nment of a new Southern
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH in Washington
was taken up, and after hearing state
ments from those rel 'resenuhg 'he Peu-
TONERS and Others, c, 'mmlsSlon was aP-
pointed to take steps toward the or
rapization of the church IL 'ne way
Seemed clear. Rev. DIR. r. .. D1o ss
is chairman of the commission anu !"
A. G. Uhler is a member.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
R.aceiuar Annointed.

Mr.. C. G. Carlin filed bill in behalf
of Mrs. Roberta Hill in the Corporation
Court today asking for the appointment
of a receiver for the Mechanics Build
ing Association No. 3 setting forth that
the association is insolvent and has not
sufficient assets to pay its liabilities;
also that the association has been prac-
ticalIy imperative since January l,
1902. The application was granted
and Mr.. F. F. Marbury was appointed
receiver by Judge Barley. Mr.. Mar
bury qualified by giving bond Of
$50, 900.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
Who Sent the Telegram ?

"a dispatch from Uxbridge, Mass
Some one at Alexandria, Va, tried TO
bunco Judge A. A. Putnam, OF TINS
place, out Of $50 Tuesday by means OF a
bogus telegram. The telegram asked Tor OF
that sum. and was signed alden"
That is the name of the judges son,
who lives at Nyack, n. Y. The Judge
telegraphed to Nyack, spdgot word from
his son that the Alexandria message was
q fakeN
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
A Pretty Tea.

A very informal but pretty tea was
,6yen at the Cameron Run Club We'd
Tnesday afternoon at four O'clock by one
Of the members. Among those present
we're Miss White, Mrs. Hough, MISS
Henry, Miss Reese, Mrs. Courtlanu
smith. Miss Ewell, Mrs. keade'
Mrs. Slaughter and Others. Every
one thought the new ping pong tapie
was quite an acquisition to the club.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
Corporation Court.

Judge L. C. Barley presiding.
Mr.. w. +. Carne was admitted 70
practice in this court.
All the cases set for trial today were
continued until Tuesday next, among
them that of the Commonwealth against
lanes Richards, Ollie Rodier and Temple
Wilson. Tomorrow the case OF Henry
Washington VS.. the Southern Railway
"a will be heard and the motion to
ouash the indictment against George W.
Dix will also come up.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
Killed.

Mr.. Charles Ward, an apprentice IN
the Southern Railway shops, while at
work on an engine in those shops this
evening was caught between a crank PIN
and a side rod and crushed TO death.
The deceased was the son ofMrs. Alice
Ward and a grandson of the late A. d.
Warfeld.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
The Weather.

The northwest wind of yesterday
passed away during the night, after
rhich it came out from the south, pro-
ducing cloudiness and a milder
temperature. Today, however, the wind
has been again from the northwest
The ice in the river is rapidly disappear
mo
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
coUGHs AND COLDS IN CHILDREN
Recommendation of a Well known
Chicago Physician.

I 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 ana
bronchial affections. II is non-narcotlc
and safe in the hands of the most unpro-
fessional. A universal panacea for all
mankind. Mrs. Mary r. Melendy, M.
D., Chicago, Ill. This remedy Is for
sale by Richard Gibson, Druggist.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
Sale of WOmen's French
Hand made Under
garments
AT SPECIALLY LOW PRICES.

Uer m0%rns '"or' . 800
Women's Short Petticoats of good
nercaIe '''.' ............................. Sl.25
Women's Drawers, of fine percale..... $500
Women's Drawers, of fine nainsook,
umbrella style......... .... -........-....,. $500
Women's Chemises, Of fine nainsook.. S2.W
Women's Chemses, of fine French
percale, round neck. S275
Women's Chemises, of fine French
nainsook, round neck .............. ......./ $40
Women's Corset Covers, of fine per-
Gale, hand embroidered .............. ..... $3.50
Women's Gowns, of good quality per-
Gale ....................... .............. 1913
Women's Gowns, of fine percale...... $4.00
Third floor, Eleventh street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
THE FARr1ERS' PAPER

The Suns market reports and commercial
columns are complete and reliable, and put the
farmer, the merchant and the broker in touch
with the markets Of Baltimore, New York,
Chicago and all other important points in the
United States and other countries.
The Sun e published on Sunday, as well as
every other day Of tine week.
By mail. The Daily Sun, 50 a year; includ-
ing The Sunday Sun, 81. The Sunday Sun
alone. 81 90 o year. The Weekly Sun, sl.00
a wear. Address A. 5. ABELL COMPANY,
Publishers and Proprietors, Baltimore. Md.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
Monetary and Commercial

New York. Jan. 22.-The stock market
opened fairly active and weak The market
after the first hour was pressed for sale little
more freely and prices scored further declines.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
The crowned heads of every nation,

Al Join in paying tribute to
DeWitt's IA1ie Early Risers.
II. Williams. San Antonio, Tex writes: lAl,
tie Early Riser Pills are the bsst esef used
in NV family. | unhesitatingly recommend
them TO everybody. They cure Constipation
Billiousness, Sick Headache, Torpid LIVER
Jaundice, MALARIA and all other hyer truoies
+ s Iaadbeater x Sons.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
COWS FOB SALE.

have IS head of Cows and Heifers. some
of them are fresh with calves, others coming
in shortly. As | am about to give up the
milk business | shall offer them all at private
sale sale ID, A. RICHMOND,
Near Linconia. Fairfax Co., Va.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
An Important
Remnant Day

Tomorrow there will be some very unusual
opportunities to get clothes and the other sub
stantial things oflife for less-a good deal less
than usual. Some are soiled or unused or
otherwise imperfect. Some are just odds and
ends, short lengths or broken sizes or incom-
plete lines, and as good as they ever were
Some are reduced half; some not so much
some more. Every department in the house
is represented.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
THE SUN

Now sells for cent, and can be had Of
every dealer agent and newsboy at that price.
The Suns special correspondents through
out the United States and in every other part
of the world, make it the greatest newspaper
that can be printed.
It's Washington and New York bureaus
give The SUMS readers the earliest information
upon all important events In the legislative
and financial centers Of the country.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
Remnants!
Remnants!
Look Over Bargain Table.

Special sale of entire lot of REM
nants, all very desirable
lengths, as follows
One bale Heavy Unbleached Col Mr.
ton, one yard wide, at, yard. ......., T/2S
Also good Remnants of Flannelettc, Cling
hams, Calico, Toweling, Outing, Percale,
Flannel, Lining, Sateen, Lawns, Piques,
India Linen, Muslin, Swiss, Canton Flannel,
Denim, Ticking, silkoline, Cashmere, Rib
bons, Laces, Dress Goods, &c.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
LOCAL NEWS.

Sun rises tomorrow at 7:l3 a: IN. ana sets
sill p. M. High water at 1888 a. IN. ana
400 d. IN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22

WEATHER PRoBABILITIEs,-ro tlils SCI
ton cloudy tonight and FRIDAY mooeIav
temperature light west to southwest "ino''
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
Real Mink Muffs

"a and 5 stripes; very best quality skins /;
selling regularly at $3.50 $3.50, SIS and
sl9.50-to effect complete clear so rs
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22

Terrible plaques, those itching. Fostering
diseases of the skin. Put an end to misery.
Doan's Ointment cures. At any drug store.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
Lansburgh &BrO.,
42O to426 Seventh Street,
WASHINGTON. d. G.
TELEGRAPHIC BREvITIEs

Bv mine breach caying in near Ma
talie, Pa, last evening, Joseph Feteroff
and his three young sons were caught
bv fall of roac rock. The father was
killed and one son severely injured.
The democratic members of the Colo
RADIO legislature went into caucus this
morning to determine course ofaction in
the senatorial squabble. 1t is reported
that Senator Teller will withdraw from
the race.
The grain elevator of the Spencer Grain
Company and the Hunting and Gilchrlst
warehouses, together with 5000 bushels Of
grain. burned at McGregor, Iowa, yesterday.
The loss is 100000.
The British barkentine Albatross, from
Bahia Blanca for this port. is reported as
having passed in the capes of the Chesapeake
Tuesday. She is expected to arrive IN tow
of a tug at any time.
The National Baseball League ratified the
peace compact with the American League at
Cincinnati, this morning. by unanimous
vote. The document was ratified without the
change ola word.
The Wyomissing plant of the Monticello
Brick Company, one of the largest IN the
country, was destroyed by fire at Reading,
Pa, early this morning. Loss $4,000
John Bradshaw, Ga years of age, a farmer
who lived alone on his large farm near War
rem. Ills, was found murdered just outside his
door last night.
II is stated in Philadelphia that Judge W.
w. Porter, of the Supreme Court of Pennsyl-
vania, has sent his resignation to Governor
Pennypacker.
Miss Clara Morris, the actress, who is seri-
ously i'll at her home in Yonkers. n. Y. from
nervous prostraton, is at the point of death.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
Fur Scarfs and BOas

In imitation Stone Marten, Mink and
English Sable; selling regularly at S2.9S,
6. SO and $3.9S-to effect com e on
,.Iata .faoraneo " As( W
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
DRY GOODS.
Special Sale of
FIR SCARFS And MUFFS.

Preparatory for our annual stock
taking lowers prices very materially on
these goods.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
Fur Neck Ruches

OF Otter, Beaver, Gray Fox, &C., long tails
"A novelty ruche-selling at S9.9S, Sl0.9s,
81 .9s. Sl29S-to effect a complete & *