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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-03-17
Lansburgh &Bro.,
42O to 426 Seventh Street,
WASHINGTON. D. C.
LOCAL BREVITIES.

A Chesapeake and Ohio train loaded
with horses for Bennings passed through
this city this morning.
The increase in gross earnings OF the
Southern Railway Company Tor the
month of February was over $500, O0O.
The main shaft at the Old Dominion
Glass Works broke today and caused a
suspension of operations for several hours.
The organ recital at the Second Pres
byterian Church tonight promise to be an
interesting affair. A large audience is ex-
pected.
A box containing 225 pounds of new
iron was found last night in a lot near
the Washington-Southern Railway yard.
The box had been taken from one OF
the cars.
All Confederate pensioners are re-
quested to call at the Clerks office OF
the Corporation Court before the 10Th
instant and make the necessary affidavit
required by law to show that they are
entitled to receive pensions.
The report in circulation on the street
today that wreck had occurred on the
Southern Railway some distance below
this city, and that a conductor and an
engineer had been killed, is denied by
the officials of the company in this city.
Several efigies planted in different
parts of the city during the night were
quickly demolished at dawn by those in
front of whose premises they had been
placed. Being men of straw they wele
kicked off their feet with but little effort.
Marriage licenses were issued in
Washington yesterday to j. j. Beach
and Mary Mulholland, both of Spring
vale; William NJ. Lynch and Agnes
Beans, both of Loudoun county
Nathaniel S. Durrett and Marie Thomas,
both of Stanardsville, and George W.
Singer and Lula Lewis, both OF Lou
doun county.
Smoked herring have made their ap'
pearence in market. Mr.. Andrew Sulll
van from his stand sent to this office to-
day sample of his curing.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-03-17
Corporation Court.

Judge L. @. Barley presiding.]
L. Strouse & Co. VS.. T. d. Downey,
decree confirming report Of Commits
sioner Taylor and for distribution.
City Council of Alexandria VS.. }. f.
Chauncey, the unknown heirs of Henry
Harding and the unknown heirs OF VIM.
Briggs cases referred to II. n. Garner,
special commissioner, for report.
CITY Council of Alexandria VS.. e. Z.
Craven ct ais case dismissed.
G. w. Keys was substituted trustee
for the NJ. E. Church South parsonage
in place ofW. NJ. Angelo, removed from
the CITY.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-03-17
Fireman Fatally Injured.

John Sullivan, fireman on No. ~
the Southern Railways fast mail tram,
was fatally injured at Stanton riveI
bridge Yesterday afternoon while on tne
south-bound run. Sullivan was leani , Z
ont of the cab window in order 70 get a
view of a hot box when the tram en-
tered the bridge over Staunton river
The mans head came in contact win
the end beam of the bridge and his skull
,vas crnshed
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-03-17
ST Pafrick,S DaY.

St. Patrick's Day dawned bright and
beautiful this morning, in marked con-
trast to the weather which often pre-
walls on the 18th of March. The sky
was absolutely cloudless, the air serene
and the temperature pleasant. The
Hibernians of this city will give a
smoker tonight at Odd Fellows Hall,
on north Columbus street. An interest
ing time is anticipated by all who Pur
nose to attend.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-03-17
Steamer NIiddleseX.

The new steamer Middlesex OF the
Weems line arrived last night from Bal
timore and riyerlandings. The Middle
sex is the latest addition to this line, and
since the boat was put in commission it
has been running on the route between
Baltimore and Fredericksburg. The
steamer is of the paddle-wheel class,
minus a walking beam, the engines which
propel it being in the hold. The Mid
dlesex left on her return trip at 4:0O thu
o,aninU
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-03-17
Methodist Protestant Church.

At a business meeting of the Metho-
dist Protestant Church held last night
the following stewards were elected for
the ensuing year: Charles Hantzmon,
H. NJ. Hantzmon, n. s. Greenaway, d.
N. Pittman, ]. T. Haring, L. d. SulIi-
van and Frank Mickleback. ). l..
Haring was elected delegate to the con-
ference which meets in Baltimore April
9th, and he was instructed to ask for the
return of Rev. >. H. S. Ewell as pas.
tor for another year. This church VIII
celebrate its seventy-fifth anniversary
next month, when special services will
be held during the week beginning
Anril oath.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-03-17
Burglar in the House.

A burglar entered the residence OF Mr.
joseph Lyles in West End last night He
cut away the glass in window in order
to effect an entrance. Mr.. Lyles heard
the intruder and procuring a pistol start
ed after him. The burglar rctreated when
Mr.. Lyles discharged four shots from a
revolver at the fugitive.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-03-17
TX. w. French.

Representing R. P. Andrews d Co., incor-
norated the Wholesale house, of Washington,
has opened sample room at Room No. 2,
Alexandria National Bank Building, where
he is showing a full line of PAPER, STA.
TIoNERY, BLANK BOOKS and OFFICE
SUPPLIES of all kinds. Call and look at
the line. rNcpAvTNG WED:
Disc sci IDNVITATIONS and DIE WORK ex;
ecuted promptly. Our superior stock to- K ana ina
workmanship is acknowledged to be OF the
highest quality. "a 5.1r
PROMPT ATTENTION GIVEN NAL IA
| ORDERS. marlV I'M
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-03-17
Alleged Robbery.

Robert Smith, young man, appeared
- the station house this morning and
az a.,o ore ant a warrant for the arrest Of
William Robinson whom he charged
with robbing him of SIG. The plain
tiff saws he aud the accused were IN a
boarding house in the southwestern
mart of the CITY last night and Smith al
ieges that Robinson took the money
from his coat pocket.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-03-17
Chant. yrlain's Collie, Cholera and
DiarrhOea Remedy

Is the best and most popular medicine in
use for bowel complaints. 1t never fails
and is pleasant to take. Mr.. K. Wood
ward, of Rosslyn, KY, says, 81 have
handled Chamberlain Collie, Cholera
and Diarrhoea Remedy for twelve years A;
| have never sold bottle that did not
give perfect satisfaction, and it is the
best selling diarrhoea medicine that !
handle. For sale by Richard Gibson.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-03-17
Anniversary.

Potomac Lodge of Odd Fellows will
tomorrow night celebrate its 65th ami
versary. Representatives from seven
other lodges will be present and the un-
written work of the order will be ex-
emplifed. A number Of speakers will
be present on the occasion.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-03-17
DRY GOODS.
Lansburgh s. Bro,
washington's Favsrits Store.
Open Until . Tonight.
Spring Dress
Fabrics.

The smartest styles are here in all the new
materials for spring wear. Reliable qualities
at lowest price.
For one day only, Satin-striped Chaliies'
with light and dark grounds-pretty PRINT
ings-new goods-many patterns, suit ZOC
able for children, yard....."".....".......
Black Atwood Batiste, silk finish; can be
worn in or out of mourning. One OF the best
values ever offered. 80 inches .3SC
100 pieces New Spring Suitings, such as
Fancy Mixtures, HOmespuns, Cheyoits, Covert
Venetian Cloths, Tweeds, and Mel 7SC
tons. Value SOC. and csc. Special.......
s5c Black Mohair Brilliantine, high luster,
and one of the leading dress fabrics for spring
and summer. This is well known as great
dust shaker and is not affected by 6XC
dampness. "a inches wide.
New London Etamine, a most charming
fabric; comes in cream only, full 54 lncnes
wide; cable-cord weave, Fashions newest
fabric for skirts, at, per 81. Z5
yard ................. ............'.'.'.''''''.
57.inch Atwood Cheviots, including the
popular Herringbone and Block effects IN
black; also English Pebble Cheylot, IN
navy and brown. Value $3.50 81 10
Special. "..................'.''....*
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-03-17

Maxine Gomez of Cuba it is learned,
will offer his services TO San Domingo
should Germany acquire the Spanish
claims in that country, and attempt to
seize territory therefor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-03-17

A dispatch from Pittsburg says the
railroads have refused to reduce coal and
other freight rates to meet present bust
ness conditions. The coal operators
asked for ten per cent reduction and
are complaining bitterly over the action
of the railroads.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-03-17
BELL TELEPHONE.
New
SPRING GOODS

Theimprovements to the
interior of cur store are
now aboutcompleted. We
regret any inconvenience
caused our patrons during
the progress of same-We
now have a much lighter
and brighter store, which
will enable US to display
our goods to much better
advautage-We invite your
inspection of our large va
riety of mems spring goods
carefully selected from this
best New York markets.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-03-17
FRIDAYS Our Remnant Day,

A whole lot of pretty, useful things to sdorn
the person and make the home more com,
Portable may be planned from the large and
varied collection of remnants to be found here
tomorrow--and at a very little expenditure OF
money. mi III.
Bargains all over the store. The week $
odd lots, broken assortments, one-oi,a-k lnu
things short lengths-remnants Of whatever
kind added to the extraordinary values that
have been secured by our corps of buyers VIII
afford most unusual buying opportunities for
tomorrow.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-03-17
woodward ( L0|lP0D
10th. 1th, F&G StsN. w.
WASHINGTON, ID. G..
Our Business Hours Until Further No
tice are a. m. to 6 p. m.
Refined
Millinery
for Easter
and Now.
PARTISAN and Americana

Partisan and Americana
The most charming collection of Hats we
have ever presented for your inspection.
A delightful collection of Trimmed Hats
for girls and children as well.
Special reference is made to the elegant
models, Partisan and American, we show,
At $1,000, $1,000 and $1,000
We are also showing an array Of beautiful
Trimmed Hats, fresh from our work rooms,
At $500, 5000 and $500
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-03-17

WEATHER PRoBABILITIBs.--Fort THIS sec
ton increasing cloudiness tonight, followed oy
rain in early morning on FRIDAY; warmer
Friday; variable winds, becoming HeSh
eoutbeaaferiv
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-03-17
Local Matters.

sun rises tomorrow at e:2S a. m. ana sels
Gil p. m. High water at 5:VO a. NJ AN
5:1T D. m.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1904-02-01
cLorHIERs IN NEW YORK.

Ioar & White, the correct eiothiers
on Third street, are in New York this
week making large purchases for Their
spring business. This enterprising firm
buy nearly al their goods direct from
the manufacturers, thus saving the job
bers profits and are obliged to be in the
market carly 50 a. TO have their goods
made in time This gives them very
great advantage, enabling them to sell
better goods and better values than
those who do not buy in this way. They
viii buy very largely OF the latest and
best goods in the market and are look
ing forward to a very active spring bust
ness, giving the people of our city a
handsome and elegant line OF clothing
for men and boys.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1904-02-01
Tendency of the Times.

The tendency of medical science is TO-
ward preventative measures. The best
Thought of the world is being given 10
the subject. 1t is easier and better TO
prevent than TO cure. It has been fully
demonstrated that pneumonia, one of the
most dangerous diseases that medical
men have to contend with, can be pre-
vented by the use of ChambcrIain's
Cough Remedy. Pneumonia always re-
suits from cold or from an attack of
influenza tgripl, and it has been observ-
ed that this remedy counteracts any ten.
dency Of these diseases toward pneumon-
ia. This has been fully proven in many
thousands of cases in (which this remedy
has been used during the great prevail
ance of colds and grip in recent years,
and can be relied upon with implicit con
fidenee. Pneumonia often results from a
sligart cold when no danger is apprchegd-
ed until it is suddenly discovered that
there is fever and difficulty in breathing
and pains in the chest, then it Is an
nounced That the patient has pneumonia.
r en- the safe side and take Chamber
ain's Cough Remedy as soon as the cold
IS contracted. 1t always cures. For
sale by G. c. Stone, druggist.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1904-02-01
Nor1cE on pIssoIurIoN

The public viii take notice that tn,
firm of Fittro 4 Morrison. druggists
composed OF J, S. Fittro and J. f. Nor
rison. and doing business at wilsonburg
W. Va, was this january 81, 1904, dis
solved. J. E. Morrison withdrawing from
the firm and not to be responsible fol
any debts which may be contractet
hereafter in the name OF the firm.
jan.27-6t. J. f. MORRISON.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1904-02-01

You can't afford 70 miss the great sale
Of clothing. shoes and rubbers at win
Nusbaum's. Janl4.H
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1904-02-01

handsome gold headed walking cane
beautifully engraved, TO Mr.. John l..
Ruhl. like present to Mr. Jacob Kobe
gard, from the members of the Weston
house, and one to Mr.. John Koblegarl
from the members of the Clarksburg
house, a. token OF their esteem and
respect. The presents came as a com
pIete, but happy surprise to the recipi,
cuts. Mr.. Ruhl responded in an address
IN which he returned the heartfelt thanks
of the three gentlemen to the employees.
During the course oil. Mr. RuhPs ad.
dress he iudulged in some personal rem.
inisccnces relative TO the business career
of the Ruhl -Koblegard Company. H.
told of how Mr.. Jacob Koblegard and
himself had commenced business thirty
five years ago in a modest way in this
city. They started in The produce bust
ness in n stable on Hewes street. Try.
ing difficulties were cNrcricnced By i'c
members OF the firm i : bl:a
venture but perseverance AMI hard wort,
h-ou.,bt tbo,, rIti,,o4o srcoass H. ,l.o
I'M e ~, +n;na, aoa o,,,nao5 ,r;th;n
M nnst ,I,irt,.g,,o vo,r. i ne ,,rs;nas,
of the firm as well and in the city ana
.rrro,nd;,a country
Mr. Davis n t,,rn rc.norde5 u Nr
pnhr. ron,,rl- md sn,to for tow
minute. in an eloonom ord nloos;rr
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The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1904-02-01
Sure Cure For piles

Itching piles produce moisture ant
cause itching, this form, as well as blind
bleding or protruding piles. are cured
by DR.. Bo-sanlo's Pile Remedy. Stop.
itching and bleeding. Absorbs tumors
SOC jar, at druggists, or sent by mail
Treatise free. Write me about you
case. DR.. Bosanto. Phila., Pa. For sal,
by Stone 4 Mercer, druggists.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1904-02-01
WILL SEE woLD,s FAM.

Harry G. Fitzlrugh and Edwnrd Hcif-
man. both Of Gypsy. were accepted
Monday by Sergeant Hawthorne at the
recruiting station here for enlistment
in the United States cavalry and they
with Eugene Ruttcr, Of Iuka, who was
accepted Saturday, viii 90 to $. Loui'
Tuesday night to be assigned.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1904-02-01
FINE SUNDAY DINNER.

The Sunday dinner given by Colonel
Seeley, at the Traders, WAS worth mucl.
more than the price charged. The many
guests counted themselves fortunate to
he so well served for only 80 cents ans
many townsmen took advantage Of tn
opportunity. Dinners Of this sort will
doubtless be very much appreciated md
become quite popular.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1904-02-01
A Liberal offer.

The undersigned will give free sam
pie OF Cham5erlain's Stomach and Liver
Tablets to any one wanting a reliable
remedy for disorders OF the stomach,
biliousncss or constipation. This Is a
new remedy and good one. For ale
by G. G. Stone. druggist.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1904-02-01
Tire schedult of wilsonturg Car, Fair
mont & clarksburg Traction Co.

Fourth streets 49,
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1904-02-01
THE TRADERS BANK.

The transfer of money, payment o.
bills, etc, can be quickly made when de
posts are made here and check draw
on US used instead of cash. This method
insmes the payer against loss. Thi
money is absolutely safe in our fire an'
burglar proof vaults and the check J.
paid only upon Endorsement and identi
deatioD.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1904-02-01

The scratch OF pin may cause the
los of limb or even death when blood
poisoning results from the injury. All
danger OF this may be avoided, however
by promptly applying Chamberlain
Pain Balm. 1t is an antiseptic and quick
healing liniment for cuts, bruises and
burns. For sale by G. C. Stone. drug
rist.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1904-02-01
BANQUET RENDERED EMPLO Dyes
OF The RUHL- KOBLECARD COMPANY

Brilliant and Enjoyable Event Given
by the Members of the Firm to
Their Employees in the Dining
Hall Of the Waldo Hotel Sdtur-
day Evening Which Marked
Close of Pioneer Whole
sale Grocery Concern of
Central w. Va.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1904-02-01

Brown Bread Sandwiches
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1904-02-01
Olives Sailed Almonds celer
Chicken Jumbo
Baked Blue Fish with Fine Herbs
Potatoes Duehesse
Fillet of Beef, Riol,elieu
Asparagus Tips, Sauce Mousseline
Macaroni, Nlilanaise
Alarq,sdhino Cherry sherbet
Sweet Breads in Cases
French Peas
French Salad
New York Ice Cream
Assorted Fancy Cakes
N,acIaren Imperial Cheese
Toasted Crackers
Coffee
Ia Grand Marquc
Hgars

1T the close Of the banquet while the
guests were enjoying their cigars. Mr..
John W. Davis addressed the assembly
and in a few wen chosen remarks told
Of the object Of the farewell banquet.
lie told the employees on behalf Of The
members OF the firm, the appreciation
and high regard held for them and for
the faithful services rendered while en-
ployeA He also returned the thanks and
appreciation Of the employees to the
members Of the firm for their kindness
and regard shown them during the whole
time Of their business relations
In behalf Of the employees Of the
Grafton house, Mr.. Davis, presented a
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1904-02-01
Sumptuous Menu Served in Courses--Address and
Presentation Speech Made by John W. Davis
and Responses rlade by John l.. Ruhl
--Handsome Presents Given
Members of the Firm

The farewell banquet given by the
members of the firm OF the Ruhl -Koble-
gard Company to their employees in the
dining hall OF the Waldo hotel Saturday
evening was a brilliant and suspicious
event and one never TO be forgotten, es-
pecially by the members OF the firm.
Recently the Ruhl- Koblegard Company
sold its entire wholesale business, in
Guiding the branch houses at Weston and
Grafton, to the General Distributing
Company. Saturday was the last day
OF the existence of the wholesale grocery
firm of Ruhl-Koblegard Company, and
the members and officers of the firm
stepped down and out to make room for
their successors. The firm has been
known as the pioneer wholesale grocery
firm of West Virginia. Il was but fit
ing that big farewell banquet be given
by the retiring firm to their old employees
as a mark Of the appreciation and esteem
which the members of the firm held for
them in recognition Of faithful service
while in their employ.
Promptly at nine o'clock, the chair
man OF the committee in charge OF the
affair announced the names OF the inyit.
ed guests at the entrance hall Of the big
dining room of the hotel and the guests
entered and took their places at the ban.
quet table which had been reserved and
designated for them.
Along the center OF the massive dining
hall the big banquet table had been
spread At the farther end smaller
table had been set, transversely with the
long table Mt (which The members of the
firm were seated, Mr.. John Koblegard.
Mr.. John L. Ruhl Mr.. Jacob Koblegard,
Mr.. Arthur X. 1'horne, Mr. Riley Gregg
and Mr.. Rupert Koblegard. Following
the length OF the big table the employees
were seated, FIRST those OF the Grafton
house, then those OF the Weston house
and ut the other end the employees OF the
Clarksburg house. AT the end. the
speaker of the evening. Mr., John w.
Davis was seated.
In the balcony above. Prof. +. Henry's
orchestra was stationed and delightful
and pleasing riusic was rendered during
the evening.
The magnificent dining nall was a
veritable blaze Of splendor. The ap-
pointmcnts were superb. The long table
with lis snowy white linen. polished sill
yer and spotless china, presented a bean
.iful setting in the elaborate and stump
.nously furnished dining room.
The following delcctahlc menu was
served in courses by the hotcl walters:
Small Oysters. Half Shell
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1904-03-12
ARBOR DAY.

Whereas; for thirty years there
has existed custom among the
people Of this country to devote
one day in the Spring Of the year
to the voluntary planting Of trees,
which day is generally known as
tArbor Day and is recognized in
many states by Legislative enact
ment. And;
Whereas; the school children of
all communities generally take an
active part in the observance of
this custom, SO well established,
with appropriate ceremonies.
And;
Whereas; This custom has here
tofore prevailed among the people
Of this city and considerable interest
has been manifested III the obser-
vance thereof;
Now I, R. n Murphy, Mayor
Of the city Of Chickasha, Indian
Territory, do hereby declare and
set apart Friday the 18th day Of
March 1904, as arbor day, and the
people Of the city are requested TO
observe the same by voluntary de-
voting the day to the planting Of
trees, and encouragement and as
sistance to the children in their ef-
forts to observe this custom and
the appropriate ceremonies connect
ed Herewith.
Witness my hand as such mayor
Of the said city of Chickasha, In
dian Territory, on this the7th day
lof March, 1904.
R.N Murphy.
Mayor Of the city Of Chickasha
Indian Territory. $3.50
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1904-03-12
Ch0GtsW Changes
The Road to be Completely Abb
sorbed by the Rock Island
April /.

Oklahoma City, Ok, March II.
On April | the Choctaw, Okla
homa and Gulf Railroad will be
completely absorbed by the Rock
Island and will be known in the
future as one of the divisions Of the
Rock Island system. The operat-
ing department Of this road has
been notified that on and after that
date all cars are to be re-lettered
with the Rock Island trademark
and the words "Rock Island Sys-
ten, and new appointments that
will be announced in a few days
will become effective ON that date.
There are nearly 1000 miles Of
track in the present Choctaw, Ok
lahoma and Gulf Railway lines and
thousands Of freight and passenger
cars and engines that Will lose their
identity at that time. The operat-
ing department will see few chang
es in the personnel Of the officers.
The principal change WILDE the adj
dition Of an officer TO be known as
the superintendent Of maintenance
of way, who will have complete
control Of all new work, the road
master S department, all shops and
1ound house work, all new lines to
be constructed andthe maintenance
Of the property Of the division.