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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26
Beware Of 0intments for Catarrh
that Contain Mercury,

as mercury will surely destroy the sense Of
smell and completely derange the whole
system when entering it through the mucous
surfaces. Such articles should never be used
except on prescriptions from reputable ply
sicians, as the damage they will do is ten fold
to the good you can possibly derive from
Them. Halls Catarrh Cure, manufactured
by F. j. Cheney 4 Co., Toledo, o., contains
no mercury, and is taken internally, acting
directly upon the blood and mucous surfaces
of the system. In buying Halls Catarrh Cure
be sure you get the genuine. Ii is taken in
ternaliy and made in Toledo, Ohio, by F. J.
Cheney & Co. Testimonials free.
Sold by all Druggists, 75c.
Take Halls Family Pills for con stipation
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26
Wife AccidenflY Shot

Harrington, Del. Dec. 26.-Rosa
Baker is lying at point of death this
morning Os the result OF g guushoI
wound. Her husband, Wesley Baker,
was going cunning for birds and she, in
a playful manner, told him that he could
not go and at the same time tried to get
possession of the gun to take ii away
from him, and in the tussle the gun
went of, blowing half of her shoulder
away and seyerng her windpipe.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26
From Washington.
,rrespondence of the Alexandria Gazette.

Correspondence OF the Alexandra Gazette.
Washington. ID. c.. Dec. 26.
Information received at the State De-
partment from ST. Petersburg during the
past three days indicate that condition,
of turmoil exist at the Russian capita
and in the various sections of The en-
pire. Communication with Odessa is
reopened, however, which indicates that
the general strike has been unsuccessful
in that particular case. Telegrsphic
and postal communication between st.
Petersburg and Berlin are maintained
with considerable delay in transmission.
Serious trouble has broken out at
Puerto Plata, Santa Domingo. The
Navy Department this morning received
a dispatch making the bare announce.
ment that the captain OF the port at tbs
place had been shot and wounded while
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26
Midgets Wed on Christmas Dav

Council Bluffs, Ia Dec. 26 -Iuezz
Lewis, of this city, who is 429 inches
tall and who weighs As pounds, yester
day became the wife of Jean Bregant,
an Austrian midget, As inches tall and
weighing only 66 pounds The romance
which eliminated in the Christmas we'd
ding is full of interest. Both Inez2
Lewis and Jean Bregant were playing
in vaudeville at Coney Island last sum
mer, both doing a singing speciality, and
it was not long before their acquaintance
ripened into love. The bride is only
IS years old, while Mr.. Bregant is 80.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26
WouId Put Quay,s Statue Over Jail,

Pottsvil!e, Pa, Dec. 26.-"gt may
be just as well understood now" said a
Schuylkill member Of the legislature to-
day. "If Quay's friends persist 10 push
ing the monument project and rush its
completion, a move will be made at the
next regular session of the legislature to
have it erected over the Dauphin county
Jail. That would be within sight Of the
Capitol and strictly within the province
OF the legislature to take such action.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26
NOTICE TO GAS CONSUMES.

Gas bills for the quarter ending December
/, 1906, having been delivered, this is to so
tify all consumers that the usual discount will
be allowed on all bills paid on or before JAN
UARI 2, 1906 (January being holiday.
After that date no discount will be allowed
and delinquents will be required to make
early settlement. By order Of the Committee
90 Light. J. B. WALLER, Clerk Of Gas.
doc26 ID
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26

The teachers of the HazletoD, Pa. =,
High School decided unanimously that
they would refuse to accept Christmas
presents from their pupils, their reason
being that many Of the pupils who fee |
it their dnty to give were not able, aud
that others who could not give were en-
vious of those who could. The example
set by the Hazleton teachers is a most
commemorate one and should be follow
ed by teachers throughout the country.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26
ALetter of Appreciation.

The following letter explains itself
Postofhce, Alexandra, Va }
December 90, 1905. J
To the clerks and carriers, Alexandria
PostOffice:
Gentlemen-It affords ME great pleas
ure to tender to you all my heartfelt
thanks for tine faithful and energetic
manner which you have performed your
arduous duty during the past week.
Faithfulness is always admired, and
esp scially 50 duringa case of emergency.
Very truly yours,
THOMAS BURROUGHS.
Assistant Postmaster.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26
A Rad Scare.

Some day you will get bad scare, when
you feel pain in your bowels. and fear APP
pendieitis. Safely lies in DIR. Kings New
Life Pills, sure cure for all bowel aud
stomach diseases, such as headache. bilious
ness, costiyeness, etc. Guaranteed at +. ;.
Leadbeater q Sons drug store, only 25c. Try
them.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26

IL VIRGINIA the Christmas season,
which formerly began on Christmas eve,
and took in the twelfth night celebration,
has been shorn of much Of its beauty
and has been invested with kind OF
materialism that seems sadly out OF
place. The holly and the mistletoe
and the beautiful Christmas music in
the churches happily remain, but now
one day seems to be all that the average
strenuous American of the twentieth
century can spare from his work, so the
Christmastide in the cities has to be
compressed into twenty-iour hours.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26

Mrs. ID. MONTEFIoRE, a woman sui
fragis, on principle, has suffered the
myrmidons Of Somerset House in Eng
land to remove her family plate rather
than submit to the injustice Of paying
income tax without representation. She
suggests that women who pay taxes and
have no votes should emulate the ex-
ample of the Pilgrim Fathers, and sail
for new shores where greater freedom
reigns. 1t is to be hoped that they will
not come to America. There are enough
such here now.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26
New York Stock Market.

New York, Dec 2G.-The stock market
since the opening has been buoyant and ac-
tive and in that period prices Of number of
stocks sold at the highest range reached in
three years. and 10 few cases mate the high
price records. Orders TO buy TO- 600 shares of
various stock were numerous.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26
For Cracked Hands.

Rough skin and cracked hands are not only
cured by DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salye, but
an occasional application will keep the skin
soft and smooth. Best for Eczema, Cuts,
Burns, Bois, etc The genuine DeWitt's
Witch Hazel Salve affords immediate relief in
all forms of Blind, Bleeding. Itching and
Protruding Piles. Sold by W. F. Creighton
d Co., 401 King street
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26

THOUSANDS of citizens of Manila at
tended a reception given Saturday even
ing by the Elks to meet Mr.. William j..
Bryan. His reputatiOn precedes him and
wherever he goes thousands gather to
welcome him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26

MANY a fellow this morning under
stood the true meaning of "The cold
gray dawn of The day after"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26
DRY GOODS

nv OOODo
Card Of Thanks.
Many thanks to our
friends, the great pub
lie, who have favored
us with their generous
patronage. We are
sincerely grateful. The
liberal measure of sue
cess which you have
accorded shall con-
tinue to inspire us to
yet greater endeavors.
Our best must grow
better day by day.
Choice, reliable mer-
chandise at fairest low
prices; courteous, lib
eraI treatment; fair
ness and integrity in
every transaction. are
firm. fixed principles
that will closer weld
your friendship tor
this house. With best
wishes for the New
Year, we remain,
Yours Respectfully,
D. Beldlein ( Sons,
$40 King Street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26
WANTED.

WANTED HANDY LAB0RERS, col
w ored or white, c. +. ROWLAND,
New Tank, near st, Asaph Round House. Call
at once. dec23 Be
BOARD and room wanted in private fam
~ lily for gentleman and wife; references il
wanted. Address d., Gazette office.
deo23 3t~
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26
IN MEMORIAM.

In memory of A. II. PENN, our dear faith
err, who departed. this life December 20, 1901
one year ago today. A loving husband and
devoted father.
hear the soft winds signing
Through every bush and tree,
Where our dear father is lying
Away from friends and me.
The midnight stars are shining
Upon his silent grave,
Then chide US not for weeping
We have no father now.
BY HIS CHILDREN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26

WANTED.-A few energetic young La
w DIES in every locality can find steady
and profitable employment, no experience
necessary. Address at once. ]. b. NICHOLS,
Mgr, Purcellyille, Va. dec22 wits
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26
WANTED-S4O0 LOA,

For two years at per cent, secured by
first mortgage on real estate in northwest sec
ton Of city. Address REAL ESTATE Sc
CURITY Gazette Office dec22 q
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26

When you want a pleasant laxative
take Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver
Tablets For Sale by Gibson & Timber
man aud w. F. Creighton & Co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26
DRY GOODS.
Woodward ( LOIlP0D
Invite Your Inspection of Rare
and Beautiful
GOWN MATERIALS,

Representing personal selections and direct
importations from Paris, Lyons. Brussels, ST.
Gall and other celebrated markets Of the
world.
The display includes a splendid variety Of
rich silks, superb satins, handsome woods and
all the new and elegant fabrics for gowns
suitable for church, calling, weddings, teas,
receptions. balls, dinners, theater parties and
all fashionable occasions and social functions.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26
The Market.

Georgetown. Dec. 2S.-whsst e5.Asi
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26
Silk Department.

Superb Silks. suitable for street wear. we'd
dings, receptions and other occasions. The
showing comprises the hest American pro-
auctions and direct importations in exclusive
designs.
Second noOr-G At
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26
Lace Department

Our buyer has supplied US with the most
exquisite assortment produced by foreign and
domestic markets.
Dainty combinations of real and imitation
laces have been achieved by the inimitable
Parisians. whose ingenuity has supplied the
world with lace effects never before possible.
Main fnor-G 81
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26
Dress Goods Dept.
Millinery Department.

A beautiful assortment of Hair Ornaments
for eveoing wear, imported and OF our own
make in very large variety.
Hair ornaments and Corsage Garnitures
made to order to match the costume.
Second fiOor-Tenth st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-12-26

Paris eleganees and beautiful American
productions for the neck in a prolusion ofex-
quisite Coneeis.
Boas, in all the fashionable colors. Ruff
fling for the neck and as trimmings for
sleeves. waists, &c.
Main noor-G ST
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1905-02-10
BETTER THAN LIBRARIES
VIII he the Result of "A Gift Of Andrew
Carnegie To Luther Burbank.

Andrew Carnegies donation Of ten
thousand dollars To Luther Burbank. the
wizard inventor in horticulture. is likely
20 result in the building of a greater
monument than the most magnificent
public library which the little Scotch
man has yet erected.
For third of a century Burbank has
worked the most startling wonders with
growing things, changing nature and
producing new and delicious fruits and
lovely flowers by cross breeding inferior
ones. A few things which Mr. Burbank
has done in the fruit line is the increase
IN the size of prunes to four times their
original size, the practical elimination
OF pits from plums, the development of
blackberries of enormous size and diff
ferent colors, n thornless raspberry, n
thornless cactus which robs that desert
product Of its terrors for stock and
makes ii a forage plant. His latest thing
is the everlasting flower" which retains
its petals and their color, even when
plucked.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1905-02-10
WINTER MEAT EATING.
The1Poor StomaCh'S Tale of
Woe Just Now MI-o-naiS
Needed.

At this season of the year thousands of
people are showing the i'll symptoms that
are sure TO result from the usual winter
diet. Indoor life, meat-eating, hearty
food, lack of exercise, overwork, and
poor ventilation spell sickness" and
poor health
If the stomach cannot do its work prop
erly, i'll health is sure. 10 follow. Mi
o-na is the one medicine that assures a
natural digestion, that strengthens the
stomach, that soothes and heals all irrita-
ton, congestion and inflammation in the
stomach or bowels. 1t is this that makes
ii a certain and guaranteed cure for all
stomach troubles.
If the digestion is impaired, the blood
is impoverished and becomes filled with
poisonous impurities, deranging the whole
system and causing sickness and suffer
ing. Mona acting upon the stomach
and digestive organs cures sleeplessness,
nervous troubles headaches backaches
and general weakness and debility.
II YOU are weak and ailing the chances
are that it is due TO a diseased stomach,
but YOU can be cured by using Milo ma
Ask Chas Rhodes, the reliable, druggist
TO show YOU the strong guarantee under
which Mi-o-na is sold Mona costs
but soc box. If it does not help you
the price is absolutely nothing
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1905-02-10
Deafness Cannot he Cured

" local applications. as they cannot
reach the diseased portion OF the ear.
md that is by constitutional remedies
Dea fness is caused by an infiamed condi-
lion Of the mucous lining OF the Eusta-
chan Tube. When this tube gets in
damned you have a rumbling sound or i'm
perfect hearing. and when IL is entirely
'losed Deafness is the result and unless
the Inflammation can be taken out and
his tube restored to it's normal condi-
ion hearing will be destroyed forever
nine cases out OF ten are caused by ca
tarrh. which Is nothing but an inlamed
condition Of the mucous surfaces. We
viii give one Hundred Dollars for any
,ase OF Deafness Caused by catarrh)
that cannot be cured by Halls Catarrh
Cure Send for circulars. free. Il. j.
CHENEY e. co. Toledo. O. Sold by
75c. Halls Family Pills are
the best.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1905-02-10
PROBATE COURT.

January 30. in the matter OF the es-
tate of Edward Meacham. Alice Meach-
am, the widow, was appointed admins
istratriX and John Smith and George
Corderay We're appointed appraisers.
January 81, in the matter of the estate
of Elliot NJ. Norton, was the hearing of
the petition for the probating of the will
of deceased. The will was proved and
Lucy l.. Norton was appointed admin
istratriX.
On the same day. a petition for the
probating of the will of John c. Kinney
was filed and hearing was set for Feb
Tuary 2S
February . petition was filed asking
for the appointment of an administrator
of the estate of Philip Albaugh; hearing
to be held February %.
On the same day petition was filed
for the appointment of an administrator
of the estate Of Mary 4. Clark and hear
ing was set for March g.
February was the last day for hear
ing claims in the estate of Richard
Blunt. The claims were allowed and
the estate closed to creditors
February was the last day of hearing
AAsllilAN III lii' ESTATE VI MARY VI. ArlltN
and the estate was closed 10 creditors.
Same day, Lorenzo Daily was appoint
ed special administrator in the estate of
Bedford +. Thompson.
February 6, Carl Faunce was APP
pointed guardian of Fern and Mary
Faunce, minors.
February :. in the estate of Maria
Slaughter. deceased of St Louis. AlVah
Miller was appointed administrator
Notice given 20 creditors TO file claims
against the estate of Rose Ann Callahan.
deceased. The petition filed by VIM
Richardson "a creditor, for the appoint
ment of an administrator, was with
drawn, claims settled and proceedings
dismissed.
In the matter OF the estate of William
Unscr, incompetent hearing on petition
of oohn w. Morton, guardian for license
to sell real estate to pay debts License
granted and real estate sold 10 Clinton
Nelson for $1,000.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1905-02-10
Secretary Baker OF State Board OF
Health Places II at $1,000.
THEN FIGURES OUT BIG SAVINGS
Which State Makes Today Over Those
Of Years Ago-Novel Comparisons
Drawn-Pneumona Cost Least
Number Of Lives In Dollars.

Lansing, Mich, Feb Human life
is valued in money in an interesting
pamphlet entitled THE Relation OF
Preventable Sickness to Taxation,
Just issued by Secretary Baker Of the
state board of health.
The pamphlet shows that in the
year 1903 the sum Of 1922, 1926 was
spent in the care Of INDECENT persons
sick with communicable diseases. Re-
ports could not be secured from De.
troit, Grand Rapids or KALAMAZOO
but applying a per capita cost OF a
little owed 10 cents, obtained from the
above figures, gives 1868, 574.O4 as the
estimated cost In the entire state.
DR.. Baker shows that while small
pox is about the least important dis
ease that the people OF Michigan try
10 restrict, the greatest sum, estimat-
ed at s143,i565S for the state. was ex
pended on account OF II.
Pneumonia, communicable disease
believed to be preventable, and which
causes the greatest number OF deaths
in Michigan, occasioned public ex.
penditure Of only s. in all the counties
reporting.
DR. Baker takes the death rate that
obtained prior TO the establishment OF
the state health board in 1873 and the
present death rates to show a saving
OF lives. Placing the value OF a life
at $1,000, he shows a saving Of 1885,
600 in one year from smallpox. Deaths
from scarlet fever result generally in
young children, and he places the val
ne Of a life saved from that disease
at $500. Thus the saving Of 994 lives
in that year was worth s29S 200 He
similarly treats the diseases Of typhoid
fever and consumption and figures a
total saving in ysar Of $1,313,OOO.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1905-02-10
Alma College

Miss Louise Strange spent Sunday with
friends in ST. Charles.
Miss Bessie Sergeant, music 'o4, and
Mrs. Sabine, (nee Miss Bessie Owen of
Kalamazoo, renewed old acquaintaces at
the college this week.
Miss Grace Brown spent Sunday and
Monday at her home in Detroit.
Will Cooper and DIR. T.. n. Transeau
visited III Detroit during the intermission
between the seInesters.
Two sleigh-ride parties enjoyed ride TO
St. Louis last Friday evening, where re-
freshments were partaken of and a merry
time INDUCED in by all
The Phi Phi Alpha Society starts in the
new semester with the following officers
who were installed Monday night: Presi-
dent, J. Norman King; vice-president,
Levi Butler; secretary, Frances Cobb;
treasurer, Leroy Marshall; janitor, David
a. Johnson
The mission study classes in the y. NJ
c. A. start in this week The work in
Japan is being studied and the member
ship is divided into three groups, led by
Cooper King and Angel.
The regular meeting of the Modern
Language OluD was nelu III wright Hal
last Saturday evening. Lives of some of
the great French and German authors
were presented by different members.
At meeting of the Y. NJ. c. A. last
Thursday evening the following officers
were elected for the coming year: Presi-
dent, Will Cooper, 'o6 vice-president,
Harold Gaunt, 90; recording secretary,
Francis Cobb, 'oS; corresponding secre-
tary, George Sutton, 'oS; treasurer, Leroy
Marshall, 'oS. The delegates to the state
convention to be held in Battle Creek,
February I4-I6 were also chosen as fol-
lows: Will Cooper, Ray Moon, Paul
Allured and George Sutton.
The semi-annual reception given by
the WV. and y. NJ. {. A. Will be held at
Wright Hall tonight friday All
friends of the college are invited.
Some new students to enter college al
the beginning of the new semester are,
George r. Taylor, of Lapeer; Wilson
Monteith, of Port Huron; George Morse
of Ludington; Will Buck, OF Bay City;
and Samuel Guisenoff, of Rockford, III.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1905-02-10
HAMLET.
The Subject of the second Number of the
Shakesperean Lectures.

The second of the Shakespeare lectures
by Prof. G. J. Carter Troop, of the Uni
versity of Chicago, was given in the
Presbyterian church Wednesday evening
The subject of this lecture was Hamlet
and was listened to by a large and APP
preciative audience Prof. Troop gave
a very comprehensive synopsis of this
great tragedy and gave vivid sketches OF
the characters. The lecture was made
especially interesting by the reading OF
great deal of the play, which Prof
Troop does i'll very impressive manner
The study class was held in the after
noon and was devoted TO a discussion OF
the last lecture. The remaining lectures
will be given every Tuesday hereafter
the study classes being held the afternoon
of the day of the lectures
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1905-02-10
Rexall Medical News
Dyspepsia

Post-mortem statistics of the big
New York hospitals show that many
cases of consumption are due to the
uninterrupted progress Of dyspepsia.
Especially is this true in cases
where the victim was predisposed to
tuberculosis.
Therefore the person who allows
dyspeptic conditions to progress UNI
checked is contributing toward the
development of the most fatal dis
ease known to mankind.
Dyspepsia wears out the body and
the brain - makes the victim thin,
haggard and sallow The stomach,
unable to digest food, cannot supply
nourshment. When other diseases
come they enter unresisted.
l.. p. Turner, zoo Howard Street,
Detroit, Mich, says:
81 have suffered from dyspepsia
and indigestion for several years
and it reached such a stage that 1
could hold nothing on my stomach,
and Immediately after eating the
lightest foods, would be taken with
a violent fit of vomiting. 1 tried a
great many remedies, but nothing
helped me until | procured box of
Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets, when 1
obtained instant relief. | am now
able TO eat heavy foods and I gladly
recommend the Rexall Tablets to
anyone suffering as | did"
Don't take any chances. Cure
your dyspepsia at once. Rexall
Dyspepsia Tablets will do it. We
know what they are and guarantee
them to restore health, strength and
good digestion. Twenty-Five cents
will buy box big enough for a
fifteen days trial. Money back if
you are anyway dissatisfied
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1905-02-10
JOHN wANAMAKER's IDEA OF
ADVERTISING.

John Wanamaker, the great
Philadelphia, Pa, merchant, once
said:
There is only one way to adj
vertise, and that is TO hammer your
name, your location, your business,
so constantly, so persistantly, so
thoroughly into the peoples heads
that if they walked in their sleep
they would constantly turn their
faces toward your store. The news
paper is your best friend in spite of
your criticism. II helps build up
the community that supports you.
When the day conn that the news
papers are dead, he people are
near the edge of tn grave with no
one to write their tpitaph. "
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1905-02-10
Hmona Our neiabborS

timized by a sharper last week who was
taking orders for the Designer. He col
lected 25c. and gave a receipt therefor
the receipt was said by the Standard Co
to be no good because the man who
signed it was not employed by them al
all.
o o O
Two Greenville boys, fourteen years
old, ran away from school recently and
after a weeks absence were returned tc
their parents by the sheriff of Muskegon
county. He had picked them up about
four miles north of Muskegon, very much
the worse for the trip, most of which had
been made on foot.