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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
Police Court.

rJustice H. B. Cation presiding.
The following cases we're disposed oil
this morning:
John Manday, arrested by Officers
Belts and Beach charged with drunken
and disorderly conduct, was dismissed.
Mary Brown. colored, arrested By Off
GERS Roberts and Young charged with
drunken and disorde:ly conduct, was
filmed S..
Clarence Lewis, arrested by Officer
Roberts charged with assault and beat
ing Sam Sterling, was ined $40.
William Earl, arrested by Officer
Roberts charged with the same ofense,
forfeited So collateral by failing to APP
pear.
Robert Harris and Temple Carter,
both colOreJ, arrested by Officers Roberts
and Belts charged with assault aud
beating Mary Brown and Hattie Carter,
we're fined S. each.
Oscar Baltimore. colored, charged
with assault on Spencer Jones, was
fined 81,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
~. wanted That Wine.

General Sir E. Hamley is cited as
the authority for a good anecdote about
Bismarck. Hamley was sitting close
TO the chancellor at luncheon, with the
old Emperor William not far of.
Bismarck talking rather loudly, de-
scribed the old monarch as being gen
erous but very forgetful Hamley got
nervous. as lie thought the emperor
would hear. For instance" continued
Bismarck, Il pleased him the other
day. and he asked me what he could
do for me. / said, Give me dozen Of
that Tokay you have in your cellars
and he said he would. But" added
Bismarck. raising his voice still higher,
che hasn't done It," Here Hamley
hastily broke IN. Il beg your pardon,
but | am really afraid the emperor will
hear YOU" Il want him to hear me"
roared Bismarck. That's just what |
want" And smile broke over the
face of his imperial master.-"Fifty
Years OF Fleet Street"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
Financing the Enterprise.

The plan proposed for financing the
sew enterprises that are TO be started by
the Norfolk aud Washington Steamboat
Company, namely, the ferry service be-
tween this city and Washington and
day service between Washington and
Norfolk, is to increase the capital stock
of the company aud TO authorize bond
issue. According to this .plan the capt.
tai stock will be increased from $780,
600 to 500, 600, a share of the new
stock to be allotted at par to every six
shares of the present stock. The pro-
,ceeds Of this new issue will be used in
equipping the proposed day service. At
present the company has no bonds. 1t
as now proposed to issue $500, 600 o per
cent bonds and use the proceeds in the
purchase of the franchise of the ferry
company and the necessary boats.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
Liauid Metal Polish.

Take eight ounces OF Spanish whit
ing, which must be perfectly free from
grit, and put In one quart OF gasoline.
Shake up the whiting and gasoline
thoroughly. You will notice the whit
ing settles Immediately, leaving the
liquid as clear as water. To remedy
this and, further, to make II better
polishing agent, add to each quart Of
the mixture thirty-two drops OF olelc
acid-no more, no less. Shake again,
and the whiting will not settle. Apply
to gold, silver nickel, brass, glass or
any kind of metallic surface with a
piece of cotton flannel, rubbing well.
Polish with a piece Of same CLOTH
Blacksmith and Wheelwright.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
The Children's Home,

No. 4O6 Duke street ia entirely home
for children. and its officers are doing
noble work caring for those under their
care II of whom are Aexsndrians. The
children receive domestic training as we'll
IA An education every afternoon with ex-
ception of Saturday, and all who are old
enough attend school which is held 10
phe home. Sunday afternoon the ladies
OF the w. c. T. U. have Sabbath
school, which is the delight OF the little
ones. Sunday morning the larger
children attend the different church
schools. The institution is un-denomi-
national. The children are trained
morally, intellectually, spiritually as
well as in household duties, so when
they leave the home they may be SELF
supporting and able to make a place
for themselves in the world. There Is
no nobler work than training the young
and laying a good foundation Tor the
future man and woman. Without thls
home what would be the present con-
,dition aud the future of these little ones
The children are bright happy and ID,
zeIligent. Thanking the friends for all
they have done for the home in the past
be bespeak tor this institution the hearty
cooperation of the white community, so
we can make this worthy object, ''The
Children's industrial Home" one
which we are can be proud of, for what
greater work is there than caring for the
helpless and homeless little ones. Nisi-
tors are received every afternoon.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
SUNDAY School officers.

At the annual meeting Of the officers
and teachers of the Sunday School OF
the NJ. E. Church South, held last
night, the following officers were elected
for the next year; Assistant ouperln-
tendent, F. J. Pollard; Secretary,
Vernon Slaughter Assistant Secretary,
Samuel r. Cats Treasurer, W. +.
wilkins Librarian, Jas. &. Graham !;
Assistant, Alvin Powell Pianist, Mrs.
Geo. Warfeld Assistant, Miss Eleanor
S. Field ; Organist, Mrs. NJ. b. Ralnes !;
Assistant, Mrs. B. Wheatley Chorister,
T. Fl. Netherlaud Assistant Chorister,
DIR. c. f. Outcalt; President OF Mis-
siouary Society, Miss Anna Summers.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
The Maccabees' Banquet.

The annual banquet of Alexandra
Tent No. 2, of Msccabees, last nignt,
was one of the most enjoyable occasions
of the season. Between rs and 80 mem
l,ers and few invited guests OF the or
der gathered at Mrs. BOhraus's Hotel,
on Columbus street, near King, where a
tempting collation. had been spread.
DIR. r. l.. wilkins presided and acted
ga toastmaster. After the discussion Of
the feast Rev. J. A. Jeffers, OF Trinity
Al. + Church, delivered an interesting
address on the objects of the order,
which was listened to with close attention.
Mr.. LETTERS Was. followed by Mr.. G.
l.. Boothe, who spoke on fraternalism.
His address was we'll delivered, and it
abounded in happy thought and inter
esting facts.
Deputy State Commander c. A. Baden
made an interesting exhibit Of the State
statistics of the order, as did also Mr..
George j. Bender concerning its financial
condition.
Addresses were also delivered by
Messrs. NJ. Hobaker c. o. Pullman,
IL. T. Colyin, DR.. f. A. German and
Others.
The Maccabees is hourishing and
nnnrlar Alexandria institution, and IN
rreastng its membership steadily. Dur
ing this month % new members have
beeu added and a number OF new ap-
nlications for membership received.
The order throughout the country
uumbers about $50, 900, and during its
existence it has paid out about $40, OOO,'
400 in death benefits. There are tents
Ia every State 10 the union and Canada.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
Mr.. Howell in South Carolina.

The election on the question of grant
inc a franchise for water works and
electric lights for the town OF Bam6erg,
: c. took place last Monday as adyer'
,ised and the franchises we're ratified by
large mai)rities. Work will commence
On the plants in q short time. The
Herald Of that town says: Mr. ID. ).
Howell, one Of the grantees in the fran
chise granted at the election on Monday
last for the construction oil water works
system and electric light plant, is resi-
dent of Alexandra. Va, and a civil
and electrical engineer with Office in
Washington, ID. c., who has been en-
gagged in private practice OF his probes
sion for number OF years through the
eastern and southern States. having been
employed by a number OF towns ana
cities and individuals as consulting engi-
neer in the preparation OF plans, specln-
cations and experimenting the construc-
ton of water works systems, electric
plants. hydraulic developments and
electric railroads. Mr.. Howell was
also the consulting engineer TO the
State engineer of New York IN
charge of the extensive surveys, plans,
and estimates for the 500 miles OF
State canal improvements, involving an
expenditure of over one hundred million
dollars. upon the construction Of which
work the State of New York is now en-
gagged. Mr.. Howell is also interested in
and is the manager and treasurer OF
water and light company in West Vir-
ginia, which he organized and was It's
engineer of construction. He will re-
turn here in the course Of few weeks
to take up the question OF surveys pre-
paratory to arranging for the organization
of the company and the building OF the
water works system and electric plant,
when he will arrange to meet repre-
sentative of the insurance companies re-
oar ling the construction of the water
works system in such manner as to re-
duce the present rates Of fire insurance.
He will also at this time freely consult
with the town council as to their wishes
in the location OF fire hydranls and
street lights aud other matters OF con-
struction.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
Personal.

Mrs. Boyd, the venerable mother oil
Mr.. ]. t. Boyd, was paralyzed yester-
day.
Captain NJ. NJ. Albright and wife
went TO Appomsttox yesterday to attend
the unwilling exercises.
Rev. B. H. Winston fofmer pastor Of
the Christian Church in Fredericksburg,
and Miss Florence Nash, daughter OF
Mr.. and Mrs. W. II. Nash. OF that city,
secured marriage license there aud
left for this city yesterday, where they
were married at 3 O'Clock in the even
ink, Rev. J. p. Stump performing the
ceremony. They were accompan ed by
the father of the young lady, who Is
under Is years of age. Mr.. Winston
has accepted call in Nebraska and
will leave to take charge of his church
shortly. His wife will remain in Fred
ericksbnrg with her parents for short
time.
Mr.. Newman Peyton. law agent OF the
Washington division OF the southern
Railway, who has had his headquarters
in Alexandria Tor over year, has re-
moved his Office to this city. Mr.. Ran
NJ. BaIthis, of Alexandria, is spending
several weeks with his family, on Pres
ton Heights He is here to recruit his
health. - Charlottesville Progress.
u. S. Court Clerk r 7. w. Garnetl'
of Alexandria, was here Saturday greet
ing friends. Il Fredericksburg Lance.
Capt. Samuel English, formerly OF
Alexandria, but now of Rockville, Md,
was in the city today.
Mr.. Harry Tucker, of Richmond, is
in the city on a short visit to friends.
Mr.. Lloyd Uhler will leave here on
Saturday for Pttsburg, where he has
secured a lucrative position with one OF
the big steel companies. His many
friends in this city wish him every sue
cess in his new home.
Mrs. +. S. Leadbeater, Miss Lucy
Leadbeater and Mr.. G. &. Leadbealer
aud Mrs. Kate U. Taylor will leave here
tomorrow for New York aud on Thurs
day will sail for Europe where they will
spend some time. Their many friends
in Alexandria wish them safe voyage
and a pleasant vacation.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
Charter.

The Corporation Commission has
granted charter to the Goodloe Com
pany, of this city, the object of which is
to conduct dry goods and notion bust
ness. The capital stock is $25, 900 and
the incorporators are g. J.. GoOdloe, jr.,
president; o. R. Thornhill, vice presi-
dent, and D. A. Compton, secretary and
treasurer. These and Mr.. c. f. Tackett
are the directors. The purpo'e OF the
organization is that Messrs. Compton
and Thornhill might become members Of
the company.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
waterprooang pre.. Goods.

One Of the most important processes
used for waterproohng dress materials
Is on the lines of the old alumina proc
ess. In this case the factor used is
rosin dissolved in a large bulk of pc
troleum spirit The fabrics TO be proof
ed are passed through a bath of this
solution and dried TO drive of the
solvent. Following this. the goods are
treated by pressing with hot polished
metal rollers. This last process melts
the small quantity Of rosln which Is
deposited ON the cloth and leaves each
single fiber with an exceedingly thin
film Of rosin Oh It.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
LOCAL BREVITIES.

The City Council meets tonight.
The mercury today touched the 80
mark.
Alexandria Council, Royal Arcanum,
will meet tonight.
The street cleaners were at work i'll the
southeastern section of the city today to
the delight Of the residents of that To-
cality.
A petition is being numerously signed
requesting Mr. Summers, the new in
ternal revenue collector, to keep his
office in this city.
Mr. S. II. Lunt sold at auction today
for Lewis II. Machen, trustee, a lot of
ground situated on the west side of Lee
street between Wolfe and Wilkes, TO G.
H. McKenney for $500.
Mr.. J. s. McIlhenny, of Washington,
was in the city last night and attended
the meeting of the light committee. He
prepsred plans and specifications for GER
tain improvements to be made at the
gas works.
The Blue Ribbon Club will give a
party at the home of Mr.. Raymond
Smith, COZ south Lee street, Thursday
evening, April 90, at 1880 o'clock, A
large number of guests are expected to
be present.
Yesterday evening small white child
fell into a cellar full Of water on south
ROYAL street and would have drowned
but for Hillery Johnston, well-known
colored resident of that section, who saw
the child fall and hurried to its rescue.
Susan Brent, colored, Sho died sud
denly on Monday, was an old AMI much
respected resident. Her friends, both
white and colored, were sorry TO hear Of
her death. She will be buried. from st.
Mary's Church tomorrow morning a.
o'clock,
Mr.. William II. Cox, the well-knowu res
taurant proprietor at the corner OF Cameron
and Fayette streets, wishes to inform his
| friends and patrons that on Wednesday even
| ing he will have on draught at his place the
much heralded light beer Royal Pilsen. Ihl'
new brew made by the Abner-Drury Brewing
Company is a perfect one and has become
puite popular since il was put on the market
a short while ago Mr.. Cox would be PLEASED
10 have his friends and patrons call and maxi
a Trial of this delicious beer.
Fried clans, SOC dozen. Soup ever!
day. Chas. H. Zimmerman, Market Space.
| mr. fr
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
The Weather.

The weather Yesterday, last night and
today was comparatively warm and
mostly fair. At the close of yesterd "
the northern and western heavens be.
came oyershadowed with clouds, and
there were evidences OF an approaching
storm. Lightning flashed necessarily
for long time and occasionally distant
thunder was heard. The clouds, how.
ever, emptied themselves elsewhere, AMI
this mornings dispatches showing that
severe storms ragged north OF this vicinity.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
Alexandria Light Infantry.

The meeting of the Alexandria Light
Infantry last night was well attended.
Mr.. Samuel Robey was elected second
lieutenant in place of Mr.. Charles Pier
point, who declined the position. A
court martial subsequently convened for
the purpose of examining charges against
several members who failed to attend
State and government inspections. The
findings have not been made known.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
Council of Jewish Women.

The National c luncil of Jewish Wo-
mea will meet at the Jewish Synagogue,
on north Washington street, at 8 O'Clock
Thursday night. The proceedings will
prove very interesting % those who
attend. Addresses will be delivered by
Mrs. H. G.. Solomon, President; Mrs.
H. Rosenberg, Vice President; Miss
Sadie American, Secretary, and Mrs.
Kate Barrett. The occasion will be in
the nature of reception, and a cordial
invitation ia extended all people in the
city, regardless of creeds or affiliations,
10 be present.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
Rest Cough Medicine for Children.

Rest Cough Medicine for Children
When you buy cough medicine for
small children you want one in which
you can place implicit confidence. You
want one that not only relieves but cures.
You want one that is unquestionably
harmless. You want one that is pleas
ant to take. Chamberlain's Cough
Remedy meets all of these conditions.
There is nothing so good for the coughs
and colds incident to childhood. 1t is
also a certain preventive aud cure for
Group, and there is no danger whatever
from whooping cough when it is given.
1t has been used in many epidemics OF
that disease with perfect success. For
sale ~ Gibson X Timberman and w.
L. Creighton d c..
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
DON'T BORROW Trouble

Il is a bad habit TO borrow anything, but
the worst thing you can possibly borrow, is
trouble. When sick sore, heavy, weary and
WORKOUT by the pains and poisOns of dysPep-
sia, biliousness Brghts disease and similar
internal disorders, don't sit down and brood
over your symptoms. but ly for reliefto Elec'
trio Bitters. Here you will find sure and per,
manent forgetfuness OF all your troubles, and
your body will not be burdened by q load
of debt disease. At f.. S l.eadbeater d Sons
drug store. Price SOC. Guaranteed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
Forests and National Prosperity.

AS a living example Of the conse-
quences Of deforestation we need sim
ply look to Spain, country which cen
turtles ago was rich In timber and agri-
cultural products, a proud seafaring
nation of world conquerors. SPANS
decadence dates from the time when
her timber supply became exhausted,
her shipbuilding relaxed and her bar
rem, unprotected soil ceased to bear
fruit.-Forum,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
Opening.

Mr.. c. H. Zimmerman will celebrate
the completion oflhe extensive improve
ments to his restaurant in Market alley
next Mondaynight by an opening, which
will be attended by many of his friends.
Mr.. Zimmerman has completely meta =
morphosed this old and well-known hos
telry. 1t is one of Alexandria's most
popular public houses.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
Mr.. Smiths Horses.

Mr.. CORTLAND II. Smith, il is learned,
bought in four out of the nineteen hunt
ers offered for sale by him at Van Tasse-
land Kearney's in New York on Satur-
day evening. "Palm Room" that sold
for 80, 800, was bid in for Mr.. Smith, as
we're "Chappie Lee" at $3.50, "up-to-
Date" at 5000 and "Oquinquit' at 1925.
These horses were knocked down TO
Messrs. McClay, Leon and Augustus
Smith
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
Along Way Around.

A man with large family Of daugh-
tiers on his hands may profit by the fol-
lowing suggestion: An old lady who
had several unmarried daughters fed
them largely on a fish diet because, as
she ingeniously observed. fish is rich
In phosphorus. and phosphorus Is use
full In making matches"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
Forget About Your stomach,

If your digestion is bad the vital organs OF
your body are not fed and nourished as they
should be. They grow weak and invite dis.
ease. Kodol Dyspepsia Cure digests whs'
you eat, cures indigestion and all stomach
troubles You forget you have stomach IA,
from the very day you begin taking II. lhi'
is because it gets arest-recuperates and grad
ually grows so strong and healthy that y
troubles you no more. Sold by W. +,
Creighton 4 Son, 924 Queen street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
The Elks.

The recently elected officers of the
Alexandria Elks assumed the duties OF
their respective Offices last night at a
largely attended meeting Of tnaI oioer.
Five new members we're elected. After
the meeting a. social session was held
which was greatly enjoyed by all present.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
River Notes.

The schooner Quicktime has sailed for
Colonial Beach With lumber from SmoOt
i Co.
The schooner Fair American, with
lamher from H. X. Field & Co., has
sailed for Colton's wharf.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
Liquor Licenses.

On April 81 at 10 O'Clock Judge Bar.
ley in the Corporation Court rooms Will
consider applications for liquor licenses
and also hear objections to the granting
of the same.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
Meetings.

The annual meetings of the Security
improvement Company and of the Ma
tiOnal Capital Copper Mining Y 'mPahy
were held in this city today for the cleo
ton OF directors.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11

WEATHER PRoBABILITIRs.-FOr this sec
lion showers tonight and Wednesday; not so
warmer; fresh westerly winds, becoming
northWesterly.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
Local Matters.

sun rises tomorrow al 5:25 and seta 6;5o
Uigh water at 1918 a. IN. aud 1913 p. Nd.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
At$Iper garment.

Bslbriggan in two weights, Hat weave and
ribbed; drawers in regular lengths, and also
short nseams for short. stout men. Shirts
and Drawers of gray aud white merino.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
At Zoe per garment.

Balbriggan Shirts and Drawers; Natural
Gray Merino Shirts and Drawers.
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Woodward ( L0IlP0p
lOth.llth. f &c StsN W
WASHINGTON. u. c.
Hereafter and until further notice store will
close at $50 p. N.
Easter Cards and Ncvelties-slain Floor,
Eleventh and G Streets.
MEN'S FURNISHINGS
FOR SPRING.
Attention is called to our new stocks of
Neckwear, Neglige SHIFTS aud Medum-weight
Underwear, which are now ready.
New Neckwear.
We are showing many entirely new color
groupings aud odd, catchy designs in Spring
Cravats.
Prices SOC and Upward.
New Negligee Shirts.
The beginning of season sees the stock
complete: newest patterns and effects; full
range of sizes; patterns and colorngs in some
cases which cannot be duplicated would APP
peal strongly To those who like little ex-
elusiyeness.
Prices 81, $l.5Q and s..
New Suspenders.

Grown Lisie" Suspenders stand for every
thing that is strictly iirst-class.
Prices SOC and Upward.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
At SIS per garment.

At sl..5 per garment.
White Merino Shirts and Drawers-drawers
in both regular and short inseam lengths.
Other Prices, sl.5e, 80 and Upward
Main 1boF + ST.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
WOnnen'S New Spring Belts.

We are showing very comprehensive as
sor,ment in silk and leather, black, white
aud colors.
White Kidskin Crush Belts; French
gilt buckles. Each. 49,. -. ....... $1C0
White Kidskin Crush and Girdle
Belts, with gilt buckles. Eaeh~....... Gee
Crush Kidskin Belts, in pink, blue
aud white, with French gilt buckles
and back pieces. Each....... ......~...... 81 %
Silk Belts, crush and girdle styles,
plain aud shirred. Each ...... .....o... zoe
Also Evening Bells, in silk and leather, in
crush and grille styles, with French gilt and
ieweled buckles.
Sl.75 toSl2 each.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
Medium weight Underwear.
At soc per garment

nv VUN TT s.lIIIlN'IFf
Balbriggan Shirts and Drawers; Gossamer
weight Shirts aud Drawers.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-04-11
A CHICKEN DINNER

Including refreshments, at TIE Children :
Home" 400 Duke street, MONDAY, April
"a. from to 9 D. m. Admission Stc. Benefit
of the Home. Good music.