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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14
The Loudoun Camp Meeting.

The Lpudoun Camp Meeting began
on Sunday in Benton's Woods, near
Middlsburg, Loudoun county. This
camp meeting is relic of the famous
camp meetings of the Methodist Episco-
pal Church held prior to the civil war.
1t will continue for several weeks. The
religious services will be in charge of
Rev. DIR. Collins Denny, of Vanderbilt
University, assisted by Rev. DR.. j. W.
Duty, OF Baltimore; DR.. ]. 8. Hutchin-
son, presiding elder of Washington Dis
trict, Baltimore Conference; Rev. G. d.
Bulls, of Alexandria, and the local min
listers of the Southern Methodist denom-
ination in Loudoun and the surround
ing counties. A special address will be
delivered 10 the old soldiers Monday,
August &c, by Senator John w. Daniel.
Il Winchester News.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14
Ennr Rows Killed.

An eastbound Pennsylvania Railroad
flyer, running sixty miles an hour,
struck and killed four boys on a trestle
crossing over the Central Railroad tracks
at Elizabeth, N. j., yesterday. The
boys were: Walter aud Lloyd Griffin,
brothers, aged, respectively, eleven and
eight years; William Griffin, aged nine,
and Raymond Daubner, aged eight, ali
OF Elizabeth. The boys we're walking
westward, hand in hard, 10 the center
of the easl-bound track, when the train
sHung around slight curve at the sta
ton. Tue engineer blew his whistle
aud applied tie brakes, but too late, as
the boys appeared tefror-stricken by
their danger The train travelled dis
lance of two blocks be ore it could he
stopped. All four boys were killed in
stanIly.
Witnesses say that the boys tried to save
themselves by clingiug to the side girders
of the trestle, but the cylinder heads of
the engine struck them. Two :of the
bodies dropped TO the tracks of the Cen
trail Rslrosd, twenty-five feet below.
One of these wss the body of Wsli,r
Griffin. His head was found lying on
top of central stone support Of the tres
he. All of the boys were struck on the
back of the head.
The engine was one OF the Welchard
valve gear type, carrying large double
cylinders that leave no room on the tres
lie for any one to stand in safety.
The death of the four boys max es
six that have occurred at the same spot
within a wear.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14
Grand Army of the Republic.

Minneapolis, Mimi, Aug. IA. The
fortieIh annual encampment of the
Grand Army OF the Republic was form
ally opened today with business sessions,
camp fires, and reunions. There is a
we'll defined sentiment among friends
and relatives OF the visitors that this will
be the last encampmsnt because of age
informities. The crowd is estimated by
the local committee at one hundred and
FIVE thousand.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14
CleveIanders see Mirage.

Residents OF the Heights, in the eastern
part of Celeland, o.. sunday witness
ed one Of the most remarkable mirsges
of which there is any record in this Part
OF the country. Wonderfully clear and
distinct, the Canadian shore of Lake
Erie, 60 miles distant, was spread out
before them in the sky. The phenomenon
listed for over az hour and attracted the
notice of thousands of people before il
faded. Tue inverted atmospheric pic
iure was so clear that the city of Rom
desu could be plainly seen, the church
spires and principsl buildings standing
out in bold relief Tall trees aud a
river emptyiog into the lake could also
be seen.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14
Fraternal Order Of Eagles.

Upwards of 1000 members Of the Fraternal
Order OF Eagles arrived at Milwaukee yester.
day to attend the national convention of the
order which opens to-day. Festivities will
continue throughout the week. Nearly every
large delegation is accompanied by band.
Grand Worthy President Henry ID. Davis,
of the order, gave out his annual report for
publication last night. President Davis notes
a total membership of 10000 at the end Of
the eighth year.
1t appears practically settled that the next
convention will be held at Norfolk. Va. Both
factions which are contending for places on
the list of officers are friendly disposed to
Milwaukee, though Omaha is making
strong bid for the honor. A strong contest
will be made on the the beard of trustees, ii
being understood that positions on the board
will be traded for votes on the ticket for
officers.
A bitter fight is being made on Frank
Herring, candidate for reelection for treasurer,
who broke the Henry Davis slate at Denver
Sunday night. The Davis faction, which is
supporting Woodo N. Carr for the pres-
dency has taken up Charles A. Stephens. Of
Cedar Rapids. Iowa.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14

THE TIE UP in building operations in
Washington is causing anxiety not only
in that city but in Alexandria also, as
many mechanics who live in this city
are affected. The wofkmen are contend
irg against the movement on the part OF
their EMPLOYEES TO inaugurste what is
known as tbe ''opsu-shop." 1t is hoped
that the matter will soon be adjudicated
and woGk resumed. TIE summer is
nearing its close, and ere long prepare
tons for winter will be 10 order. A
dearth 10 work throughout The fail will
make such difficult on the part Of all
who depend upon daily labor for rub
sistepce.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14
Catarrh Cannot be Cured

with OCAL APPLICATIONS, as they can
not reach the seat OF the disease. Catarrh is
blood or constitutional disease, and in order to
cure 1t you must take internal remedies.
hali,s Catarrh Cure is taken internally, ami
acts directly on the blood and mucous sur
faces. Hairs Catarrh Cure is not q quack
medicine. IL was prescribed by one OF the
best physicians in this country for years and
Is T. guar prescription. 1t is composed OF
blood purifiers, acting directly on the mucous
surfsces. Tie perfect combination of the two
ingredients is what produces such wonderful
monials free.
r. J. CHENEY CO., Toledo, o.
Sold by Druggies, 75c.
Take Halls Family Pills for constipation.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14
sealing Operations In Behring Sea.

Ottawa. Ont, Aug. l4-It has been init
mated to certain government officials that the
United States government would now not be
unwilling TO consider negotiations relative TO
the discontinuance with the states of pelsgic
sealing by Canadian aud japanese fleets 10 the
Behring Sea. Undoubtedly the United States
government is DESTROYS of securing such an
understanding with Great Britain as will end
Canadian sealing operations in Behring Sea.
The Dominion government is willing enough
to discuss certain propositions that have been
made but some tine ago intimated to the
United States that it would be better ST the
same time to deal with other questions out.
standing between the two countries. 1t is
felt here that tribunal will be appointed
some day to act upon suggestions, but, thus
far, it has not been acted upon.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14

Two SUICIDES OF bank officers have
tskeu place during the past few days
one 10 Chicago ard one 10 Goshen, To-
diana. A teller 10 Birmingham, Ala,
has beer found TO be 500, coo short IN
his accounts. The actors 10 these scenes
are ssid to be The victims of
fast living, race tracks and speculation.
Such occurrences are likely to cause
widespread trouble in the financial
world, as they often precipitate panics.
People Use confidence 10 banks and runs
or these institutions folljw. The result
OF such can be found in the history of
must of the monetary troubles which
have beset this country.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14

The ABANDONMENT If The Washing
ton-SoG,tern Railway frsis ht yard at
Fayette slteet aad The iraasfrr of The
yard TO the union station outside the
city lmiis has caused grsst iucoBs eDience
to Alexandria shippers, who are l,ud in
their dasuacisliOn Of the whole affair
Some. of tue Gerchsbts have already
given orders 10 have their freiE at shipped
by other lines, sad il is said that this
movement will gr0y.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14
Mr.. BRYAN TO Visit Australia.

Paris, Aug. 1.-THE report from
Melbourne that he will make tour OF
Australia was confirmed today by Will
liam j. Bryan. He declared he would
go there Immediately after the Noyem-
Der elections, sailing from San Francisco.
He expects TO be gone ten weeks, but
has not mapped out any definite itinerary
as yet. He will include New Zealand
in his tour. DIR. Bryan on this trip will
travel alone.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14

SPECIAL COMMISSIONER A. Z. PosT,
for tue division of exhibits of the James
town Expedition, has begun tour of
northern cities 10 point out the advan-
tsge OF manufacturers taking space. He
rightly srgues that it is a great op-
portunity for northern industries 10 be
exploited before southern eyes. The
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14

In court at Trenton, N. j., yesterday
morning Mrs..Alyin Hssbrouck. of l8l Bruins
wick avenue. refnsed.to prosecute her husband
whom she had caused to be arrested Sunday,
by telling the police that be used to tie up
their 10 yesr.old son by the thumbs and whip
him in tina; position.
She declared that she had told untruths to
the police. aud the people OF her Deighbor-
hood whom the police had subpoeDaed to
give testimony sent physicians certificates
that they were too i'll to attend court. Judge
Harris was nonplussed, and, when all the
evidence against the man fell TO pieces. he
discharged the man, after scoring the wife
her husband.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14
Arrival of Russian Councillor.

New York, Aug IA. Baron Kruopeu-
sky, the recently appointed councillor OF
the Russian Embassy, at Washington,
arrived today from Europe on the steamer
Kaiser Wilhelm III. The position to
which Baron Kruopsnsky has been sp.
pointed has not hitherto exiteds. 1t
ranks next to that of Ambassador. His
travelling companion was Gregory Wilen'
kin, formerly of the Russian Embassy at
Washington, who was recently appoint
ed Russian financial agent at Toxic.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14
Killed by Negro Troops.

Austin, Tex, Aug. 14.-Adjutant
General Pulsn has received dispatch
from the Mayor and citizens of Browns
vile, Texas, stating that the negro troops
recently sent there from Nebraska have
broken out and killed enc man, wounded
several others, and are now shooting mp
the town. General Pnlsn is asked to
send State rangers and troops. The
greatest excitement prevails.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14
After Fascinating "widow.v

New York, Aug. IA = Mrs. Bona f.
Verrault, alias Mrs. Helen Hamilton, nee
Binns Finnegan, of 1ronton, Wis, the
fascinating "widow" who pledged her
hand in marriage to several "known VIC
Tins" is today being induslriously
sought by federal and county authorities.
Two warrants have been issue.i for her
arrest, charging her with swindling
through the mails, and her attorneys
promised that the nimble-witted operator
in the heart market would appesr before
United States Commissioner Shields
Yesterday afternoon. Mrs. Verlault
failed to put in an appearance, however,
aud it was declared that she was iugi-
tive from justice. Commissioned Shiel Is
again awaited her ia Office this morning,
but the chances that she would appesr
we're considered rather slim. Mrs. Yer
rault is declared to be the prime factor
in a rational matrimonial swinCIliug
bureau.
Shortly before neon Hugh Gordon
Miller, of Mark & Miller, counsel for
Mrs. Verrault, also known as Mrs.
Hamilton, surrendered the defendant to
the officers Of United States Marshal
HeDkel.
When Mrs Verrault was srraigned
before Com missioner Shi Ids none Of the
cJmplaiuants was present. Attorney
Miller asked Commissioner Shields to
release The defendant on her own rscog-
aizance on the Kiesler and Zslanoff
charges until September 26, on which
date che is TO answer the charges of james
Mcclellan, of Philadelphia, also known
as victim No. l." Commissioner
SHIELDS granted tie request.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14
Destructive Fire in Milan.

Milan, Italy, August IA fire
in the great warehouses of the Pagsniui
VILLAIN Company has been raging
since two O'clock this morning. The
warehouses we're filled with oil benzine,
petroleum aud drugs which burned
fcrcely. All efforts of the fremen TO
bring the flames under control. so far,
have proved unavaiing. Flames spread
to several adjoining buildings, which
have been wholly or partially destroyed.
The loss so far caused is estimated at
$400. 900.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14
New York Stock Market.

New York. Aug 14.-Price movements dur
ing the first hour we're irregular. Although
many of the brokers favor.d the bull SIDE,
others said there was gre deal OF specula,
ton in the easily manipulated stocks ana
they thought that while some were adyanced
on manipulatiye orders, long stock was sold
in other issues. There was little commission
business and brokers watching the trading
were disposed to attribute large buying
part to the Gates party.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14

People read advertisements for the
good reason that they are concerned to
know where TO buy what they want.
Also, as au experienced advertiser says,
ian advertisement can be made as in-
teresting as any of the unpaid articles in
q newsnaper.D
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14
Searching for Fugitive Bank President.

Chicago, Aug, l4.-An organized
hunt is 10 progress today in the vicinity
OF Madison, Baraboo, MENDOZA and
other Wisconsin towns, directed by the
Chicago police, who believe they are on
the right trail OF Paul 0. Stensland,
fugitive bank wrecker. The reward
offered by the Chicago Clearing House
OF $4,000 has stirred the police of the
continent to action in the search. Re.
ceiver John O. Feizer, now in control OF
the banks affairs, will fight the appoint
ment of the Chicago Title aud Trust Co.,
as rival receiver. The first complete
list of the notes forged by tho fugitive
and upon which he took money to their
face value, from the bank, gives the
total 1892, 400.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14
Special Excursions TO Niagara Falls
Via Washington Southern Railway
and Connections.

Leave Washington, d. c., 7:30 a. M. Fri
days July 18th and 9th, August 3rd and
18th. September f4th and 18th, and
Buffalo. 7:55 q. N. Fridays, July 10th, August
10th aud Path. September 9Th and 2lst, and
2lst, and October 18th. Rate, $40 30 round
trip from Alexsndris. Tickets on sale for
afternoon trains Of days prior to excursions
from Washington, limited to reach Washing.
ton returning within ten days including date
Of excursion from that point. For tickets
and full information apply to ticket agent
Washington Southern Railway.
W. p. TAYLOR, Traffic Manager.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14
Threatened Rupture.

Vienna, Aug. IA despatch from
Bucharest. Roumanis, says that if the
anti-Greek demonstration planned To be
held at Philipopolis, Bulgaria, On Sum
day, takes places, diplomatic relations
between Grsece and Bulgaria will be
broken off.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14
Reunion NeffKice Camp Confederate
Veterans, Foresfyiiie Crossing, Va,
SepgPmber z, 1906

On account of the above occasion Southern
Railw sy has authorized extremely low rates
to New Market, Va. railroad station for
Forestville Crossing), and return, from all
points Harrisonburg to Front Royal, Va,
inclusive; dates of sale Sept. and Z, final
limit Sept 5, 1906
For further information call on nearest
Southern Railway agent.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14
The National Firemen's Association
me; in Roanoke today.
He Was in Trouble

II was in trouble, bat found way out of
it, and Pm a happy man again, since Dr..
Kings New Life Pills cured me Of chronic
constipation" says E. w. GoodIoe, l0;' st.
Louis st., Dallas, Tex. Guaranteed salts
factory. Piice 25c az E. s. Leadbeater {;
Sons drug store.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14

In this state it is not necessary, to serve
five days notice fo- eviction ola cold use
the original laxative cough syrup, Kennedy's
Laxative Honey snd Tar No opiates. Sold
by w. F, Creighton Co., 40l King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14

exhibits win be grouped in various build
ings, instead Of being scattered indis-
criminately.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14
"CARROLTON," fine cigar. to sell at &c,
lust received by ]. C. MILBURN.

Fine COFFEES Granulated or Pulyerixed
nev,,slectric mill ct J. C AILBURN'S
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-14

WRITING OF The recent decline in the
price of brick, the New York Sun saws
editorislly:
The Colorado statesman., 1906-02-03

What will no doubt prove to be the
biggest attractions that has ever been
given in Denver, will be the entertain
ments and balls to be given on separate
dates by the black and brown men of
this city. The two sets will "try them
selves to see which can give the best
entertainment and to show. the ladies
which is superior in the way of giving
the female sex the best time. The
brown boys will include all shades from
a "teasing brown" to and including a
mulatto, while the shade of the blacks
will not go lighter than a chocolate col
or. At the black boys entertainment
the browns will not be permitted to the
ball floor until 10 o'clock but will be
permitted to the gallery at any hour
The browns will enforce the same rule
The females will have excess to all priv
ileges. j. ID. Garner, the promoter of
the novel affair Is president of the black
gang, with Vim. f. Owens, secretary;
Sandy Davis, treasuter and Alexander
Dukes, floor manager. j. f. Clark has
been selected as president of the brown
les with the other officers yet to be
chosen.
The Colorado statesman., 1906-02-03
Promotion Of r. d. Porter.

As strong evidence of the value of our
editorial last week of .'Truthfulness,'
We are happy to chronicle the promo
tion of Mr.. r. D. Porter to be head bar
tender at the Democratic club, where
he has been employed for the past three
years. While this is a political organi-
zation and would naturally open places
for political favorites yet so much re-
spect was due Mr.. Porter. and so much
is his word and character relied upon
that he was chosen above large num-
Der of white aspirants that would have
been glad to secure this place.
Mr.. Henry Hinkle was selected as
second bar tender. Here is evidence
that truthfulness and honesty will win
The COLORADO STATESMAN believes in
giving sound advice to the race and in
demonstrating that merit and truth
wins. Success to you Messrs. Porter
and Hinkle.
The Colorado statesman., 1906-02-03

The grand opening held in the new
reception hall of the Mecca Cafe last
Wednesday from p. m. to IL midnight,
was among the weeks best attractions,
in fact, from an enjoyable standpoint
the affair cannot be surpassed. An Or
chestra furnished music for the occa-
sion and the new floor made dancing a
real pleasure. The reception hall was
very beautifully decorated, the walls
being donned with mirrors and pictures,
while to the left of the orchestra stand
is little cosy corner fitted out with
plush upholstered setees and chairs
together with fine silk sofa pillows. The
main dining room of the cafe always
presents an admiring appearance and
there is nothing in the West to compete
The Colorado statesman., 1906-02-03
General Assaosinated.

Tifiis, Caucasia.-The murder Mon
day of General Griaznoff. chief of
staff of the viceroy of the Caucasus.
was most dramatic and audacious.
The assassin was concealed behind
wall at the entrance to the palace
where a carriage was drawn up to take
the general for his daily drive. AS the
general stepped into the carriage the
men sprang on the wall, swung the can
by cord and the bomb. as If thrown
from sling, with marvellous precision
sped straight to the mark and struck
the general on the neck.
A flash of fire and a terrific explos-
ion followed, and GriaZnoff was liter
ally brown out of the carriage, and
with his coachman, Cossaack orderly
and the latter's horse, was instantly
killed. A lady who was passing at the
time of the explosion was mortally
wounded.
The Colorado statesman., 1906-02-03
Charity Workers.
Throw the Lifeline to the wrecked

Throw the Life line to the wreck'd
ones,
Drifting on the wave;
o. be earnest in the effort
Priceless souls to SaveI' "a
A little band of good women have or
ganized themselves into a club called
"The Lifeline whose mission will be
to bring cheer and comfort to the sick
and destitute. Denver has long needed
such organized effort, and her charit-
able people will not only wish this little
craft which begins its voyage equipped
with life-lines, success. but will stand
ready to help when called upon. Mrs.
Lille Lewis is president of the club and
a woman better suited for such work
could not have been found in Denver.
With her, is associated good women
whose charities are well known. Mrs.
has given her parlors for the
first social, which will be a Martha
Washington party February 22nd. All
are cordially invited.
The Colorado statesman., 1906-02-03
HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Officers Selected Represent Fruit
Growing Sections.

characterization of officers occu-
pied the attention of delegates of the
Colorado State Horticultural Society
at the closing session of the conven-
tion Thursday afternoon. In choosing
those who will direct the affairs of the
organization during the ensuing year
it was aimed to have represented the
different fruit-growing sections OF the
state, and the officers chosen will
cover the territory better than ever
before The election resulted as fol
lows: President, J. III. Crowley, Rocky
Ford; vice president, r. A. Orr, Grand
Junction; secretary, G. II. Sale; as
sistant secretary, f. Il. Coggeshall,
Denver; treasurer, Mrs. Lutte Wilcox,
Denver; executive committee, ]. S. Oil
yer, Paonia; E. d. Smith, Masonville;
]. S. McClelland, Fort Collins.
The reading of many interesting pa
pers marked the proceedings of the
closing day. lengthy talk on The
Best varieties of Apples, Pears, Cher
ries, Plums, Peaches, Nuts" was made
by j. S. McClelland of Fort Collins.
practical Demonstrations in Spray
ing" were explained by w. S. Has
well of Denver.
The first paper of the afternoon was
on "The Commercial Side of Fruit
Growing by o. d. Shields of Love
land. Eugene d. Smith of Masonville
discussed the Growing OF Cherries
Proftably" Prof. C. p. Gillette of
Fort Collins spoke regarding Work
and OF servations," and II. b. King OF
Pueblo impaired valuable information
concerning Packing and Marketing
Commercial Fruit"
The Colorado statesman., 1906-02-03

Rev. J. w. Sanders, who has been in
Denver for several weeks looking after
the erec ton of double brick terrace
will leave soon for tour of the West
to do missionary and evangelist work.
His ability in this line of work is second
to none in the A. Nj. +. connection. The
Rev. is quite enterprising and his newly
constructed building together with his
other property makes him one the
heaviest colored real estate owners in
Denver.
The Colorado statesman., 1906-02-03

Special revival meetings are being
conducted at Zion Baptist church by
Texas State Evangelist Wilson; at Cen
trail church by Rev. j. b. Anderson of
Springfield, ILL.,: at Bethleham church,
by Rev. James Thomas of Lincoln, Neb.
These meetings are being followed up
by MONDAY services at ODD Fellows hall
1712 Curtis street, and street meetings
at night. Large crowds are in attend
ance at these services. Meetings con-
tinue next week.