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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
brokerage Concern Closes Business.

NJ. J. Sage & Co., brokers', of Jersey
City and New York, at the close oil busl-
ness hours yesterday posted a notice I
their jersey CITY Office, informing their
correspondents that they had disconlin-
ued business. This is The concern which
is said to have had AL Adams, the ex-
policy king and former convict, among
its hackers. 1t is one of the largest OF
certain l,ss OF syndicate brokerage con.
ceFus which have been publicly attacked
recently. Tne Sage system consisted OF
a string of at l,ast 800 branch offices,
stretching from Maine to New Orleans.
and 10 some quarters last night the fail
ure was de, Jared 10 involve Possib y
So, 900, 900. The firm had more tn n
rs. 900 accounts outstanding. 1t was
learned last night that the managers OF
The firm had btsn appealing tor sewers II
days to their principal financial backer
FIR more money to tide over the crisis,
but he decided not to make any further
remittsnces.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
birthday Party

The residence of Mr. and Mrs Thel-
uer. of West End, was the scene last
night of most delightful gatheri lq, the
occasion being the 10th birthday OF their
daughter, Jeanette. During the even
ing a sumptuous and seasonable collation.
was served. The tables were tasleiuIiy
spread on the lawn, and all the appoint
menls we're of an inviting nature. The
southern zepbyrs prevailing at tas l'm''
coursing through the bower, added I"
plessant feature to the occasion. Ai'er
all had been satisfied the guests repaired
20 the large double parlors where ng-ic
and dancing were INDUCED in The
house was brilliantly lighted and deco,
rated with palms and cut flowers, aud
the spacious lawn presented handsome
appearance lighted with Japanese Ian
ters. After wishing the young lady
many happy returns OF the day, the
guests departed, much pleased With their
evenings endowment.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
Police Court.

GJustice II. B. Cation presiding
The following cases we're disposed OF
this morning:
Buggie Bill and Mamie Morrison, both
colored, arrested by Chief Goods and o.
fcer Roberts charged with being d'sor-
DERBY, we're fined 80. so each. .
Ann Russell, arrested by Officer Bell
charged with being drunk and disorder
ly, was 6ued 81.
Malinda LEVEL, arrested by Othcer
Lyles charged with assault and beating
Gertrude RevelI, was fined $5.
Florence Plesent aud Mary johnson,
both colored, arrested by Officer Lyles
charged with disorderly conduct, we're
fined So each.
Frederick Williams. arrested by On
Ger Ferguson charged with disordeIly
conduct was fned s..
leo Diggs, colored, arrested by ON
Ger Jones charged with being disorderly
and fighting, was dismissed.
Joe Carroll, colored. a'rested by ON
GERS Bell and Henderson, charged with
disordery conduct, was dismissed
Carrie Carroll, colored, arrested by o.
fcer Roberts cha rged with being drunk
ia the street, was dismissed,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
Shot by Deputy Sheriff.

John Holland, colored, forty-fiVe years
old. was taken to the Alexandria HosPi-
tai Tuesday evening in critical condi-
ton as the result of bullet wound said
to have been inflicted by Deputy Sheriri
O'Connor, of Fairfax county, while al
tempting to serve warrant upon Hoi-
land Tuesday night near Bailey's Gross
roads, few miles west of Alexaudrla'
Holland was operated on early yester-
day morning by DR.. Samuel B. Moore
assisted by DR.. Llewellyn Powell. The
ball, of the .SS csiiber size, entered the
mans back and penetrated the liver,
which was terribly lscerated. Holland
will probably die OF his injuries. 1t was
stated that Holland had beea wanted by
the county authorities for some time,
and that he resisted the effort OF the
deputy sheriff to arrest him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
Woman Fell in the Street.

Among the passengers who arrived
here last night about l:SO was colored
woman named Carrie Carroll. She slept
all the way to this city, and was assisted
from the train at King and Alfred streets
She later fell and it having been reported
TO the station house thst a woman was
living in the street, Officer Roberts re-
paired to the scene. The officer was
unable to diagnose the case, it appear
ing that she had been stricken with
apopIexy and was 10 extremls. MT;
Roberts called the Alexandria Hospital
ambulance aud the woman was taken 10
the station house Doctor Warheid was
summoned aud he soon discovered that
the patient was suffering from COCAINE
and liquor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
The New Electric Works.

Since the City Council disposed OF the
franchise for furnishing electricity to the
city of Alexandria TO E. R. Vaudeville,
of Philadelphia, some citizens have
suggested that the authorities should
exercise such surveillance in the con-
struction of the new works and the
stretching of wire as will assure perfect
safety from the currents, in order that
the dangers incident to electricity may
he minimized. The current which the
company propose to use in Alexandria,
will it is said, be OF less dangerous ma
ture than those furnished by the power
houses of electric roads, and will be more
satisfactory, from the fact that it will
not be subject to variation. The author
lilies will doubtless sec that everything Is
done satisfactory and in accordance win
the specificatiOns.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
Personal.

Mir. John R. Hendley, of Washing
ton. and Miss NJ. Rosslie Bsto OF, oil tn's
CITY. were married in Washington last
night BY Rev. II. Waddell Pratt.
Mr. Robert Davies and wife are visit
ing friends and relatives in Orange.
Mr.. VIM. Humphries and Mr.. Cnas.
Humphries. wife and daughter, Miss
Alice are visiting friends in Richmond.
Miss Ansley, who has been spending
the past few weeks at the Hot Springs
and Greenbrier White Sulphur Springs,
has returned to her home in Alexsn.
dris.
Mrs. Charles Schreiner, Mr.. and Mrs.
Brock, Mrs. Struder aud Mrs. Evans
left this morning for Colonial Beach.
Mr.. Mark Norris, wife and daughters,
Misses Mabel and Elena, are visiting
relatives and friends in Richmond.
Miss Viola Henderson and sister,
Miss Ada, who have been visiting the'i
grandmother at Catlet,s, have returned
home much pleased with their visit.
Miss Lula Myers has returned home
from her three weeks vacation which she
has spent at Paeonian Springs and Mills
b0ro, Va.
Capt. VIM. NJ. King and family, who
have spent the summer at Bluemont,
will return to their home 10 Alexandra
next week. - Leesburg Mirror.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
To Survey Potomac Shore.

The United States Coast and Geodetic
Survey steamer hydFogrspher Will
begin work 10 a few days al the mouth
of the Potomac aud will make an accu-
rate description OF the shore, with all
prominent marks, the courses to be sail
ed 10 coming up and going down. the
depth of water and all information OF
,lue This information will be EN-
b odied 10 a Few volume, which will
shortly be issued by the Coast and
l4eodetic Survey. 10 addition to printed
descriptions of the river, sketches OF the
shores on both sides will be made, and
panoramic view Of the river will be To-
cluded 10 the new publication.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
New York stock Market.

New York, Aug. D.-The heaviest trans
actions tn as far we're 10 the Hartman stocks
and steel common. One group Of brokers
sold fully 1000 0 shares Of Southern Pacific
and Union Pacif This selling, which was
onlv a part OF the large bloc supplied,
WAS assumed by the room TO be for strong in
eide interests. There Is reason to believe that
most of the selling orders came from the lead
ing members of the prominent bears that were
active in forcing sharp declines early In July
and that the orders we're given on, in such
way as 10 conceal their real source. Strong.
Sturgis & Co., were the heaviest buyers Of
steel common, taking 5000 shares. Other
stocks, including the Hartman issues. were
this scattered buying was large enough not
only to absorb the heavy supply noted on
the decline, but TO take all the other orders
on later material advance. London bought
40. 600 shares on bslBnee today.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
Charge Against a Priest.

Able Qassau aud his sacrjstsn were
arrested yesterday at Fougeres, France,
charged with having caused the death
of Mile. Augustine LANCE, who died at
the priests house last Saturday night.
The priest, with the assistance OF the
girls brother, carried the body to her
fathers house on Sunday. The authori-
ties refused to grant burial permit and
an inquest was ordered.
The able said that his only motive 10
having the body secretly carried from
his house to the girls home was to spare
her character. The police, however,
searched bis garden yesterday aud fouuu
evidence tending to show that the priest
and his sscrstan knew the cause OF the
womsn's death. The arrest OF the able
and the sscristan followed
Tnis loosened the tongue, of the WI
Layers. She was nlcted with religious
mania WHICH created some trouble win
her father. As result OF this she wa'
sent to a convent in Msrseilles ast DC,
tober, She returned before Chrislm Il
aud spent all OF Christmas hight in th'
church without the knowledge OF be-
father, who then sent her back to TN
convent. The girl returned to Fougert'
on the eve of The Feast of the Assnmp
tiou-Augusi. IA. The superior OF tn
convent notified the able that the CIR
was coming aud he met her at the sta
ton and took her straight 10 his house
! where she died.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
rgLEaRApHI0 BREvITIEs.

Mrs. Reginald Vanderbilt who had surgical
operation performe d few days ago. assed a
comfortable night and her condition is re-
ported this morning to be good:
A dispatch from Honolulu Gays that con-
ditious have become better and it now seems
likely that The Pacific Mail Steamship
Manchuria may be pulled of the. shoals to-
day. The vessel is not pounding much now.
The suspension Of Franklin & Billings.
members Of the Consolidated stock Exchange
of New York, was announced on the floor of
the Exchange. today.
Several cases Of prostration had been re-
ported in ChicaL o this morning. ! i've deaths
due to the heat occurred during the night.
One death aud foui prostratons were re-
rorted in St. Louis today.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
Luna Park.

A progrsmme of unusual interest is
being enacted at Luna Park thiJ Week
with the return Of Philippians Spanish
Band aud the special engagement OF Bar
low herd of trained elephants from Ooney
Island there are attractions which have
proved popular. The Spanish band has
been materially improved since 1t was last
heard at Luna Park and it is listened to
with considerable interest. The antics OF
Philippiui himself proved quite as great
an attraction as his music. Senorita
Garcia, a Spanish contralio OF excellent
voice and wide range. entsrtsins the
audiences with several tuneiul spanish
ballads. The exhibition of the old door
of the famous Libby prison which Is on
view at the scenic orium at Luna
Park is attracting attention. The door
ia 10 a comparatively good state OF pre-,
seryatiou, bnt shows many signs oil
some pretty hard knocks There are
several pew features along 1.-THE Trail -"
Today has been known as ''Maccabee
day" at Luna Park. Twas the occasion oi
the outing of A lexandria Tent, No. z,
Knights of the Maccsbees, of Alexandra
An elaborate programme was arrange
for nearly the entire day. The morning
was taken up with some special events
ON the athletic grounds near the south
ate. these events were followed by a
base ball game between members OF the
Alexandra and Washington tents
There will be number OF bril- liant fea-
lures tonight.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
Patents Awarded.

Messrs. Davis & Davis, Washington
patent attorneys, report the grant this
week TO citizens of this State CT the ioi-
lowing patents Jacob Brsuchll' oil
Hampton, T aud angle square; James
NJ. King, of Danyille, trolley-wheei;
lanes A. Mebsne, of South Boston, cell
ing.block and electric cut-out Tor in-
ca1descent lamps James A. Mcoane' OF
south Boston, electric-lsmp socket
Gurdon w. Merrell, of Roanoke, gusra,
rail brace plate; Thomas B. Rowen, oil
Alexandria, mail-crane and danger-sig'
nal; Zachsriah l.. Trsinham, OF Klch-
mond, window. and Edward II. Weaver,
of Calyerton, dsmper-operaling device.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
The Stray Elephants.

The hunt for Bsriow's runaway ele-
phants which had not been recaptured as
reported, was continued yesterday BY or
gained scouting parties in Alexandria
county. One of the herd was retaken,
the trail of the Others being lost thick
" wooded section. 'Tom" has been
captured and fastened 10 two trees with
ropes and chains in ravine five miles
west of Alexandra and seven miles from
the park where the animals we're ex-
hibiting. At 1890 o'clock Tuesday
night, a telephone message stated that
ssTom" had been caught on the Lees
burg pike three miles west of Alexsndris.
This capture was effected about O'Clock
and he was taken TO the Hampton Stock
Farm by Ar. CORTLAND Smith. There
.trom" was chained to tree and left In
charge OF a keeper over night, while
Barlow and superintendent Sweetwood
returned to Alexandria for chains and
saddle parties. Early yesterday morn
ing they LETT Alexandra with posse,
but learned on arrival at Hampton Farm
that tom" had broken loose at S:So
o'clock yesterday morning and dIssp'
peared.
Two hundred acres of Hampton Farm
are thickly wooded, and it was there that
"Tom," "Queenie" and "Jennie" were
on rampage. Scouting parties were
sent through the woods in different d.
rections, and caught sight OF all three
elephants several times during the morn
ing. The beasts disappeared every tine
anyone approached within hearing dis
lance in the thickets i.
The trail was repeatedly found and
lost and il was not until 3 O'Clock yes
terday afternoon that Tom was located
by accident.
The two other missing elephants were
last seen at 10 o'clock yesterday morn
ing. At nigbtfall the scouting tor them
ceased and Barlow ordered the camp
established in the hope that they would
be attracted to the camp by Tom s
trumpeting and scent during the night
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23

The twentieth annual convention OF
the Virginia State Firemen's Association
held two sessions in Richmond yesterday
and witnessed as well the splendid show
inc made at the annual inspection OF
the Richmond city department 10 the
afternoon. All the business of the body,
was disposed of and Newport News was
chosen as the next place of meeting.
Richmond is crowded with delegates and
visitors fir IN all over the State, and the
affair, which will last until tomorrow
night. promises to be great success.
One of the main features OF the entire
proceedings was tOday's grand street
parade, led by a large number OF mount
ed citizens. under command of Captain
Morgan K. Mills, chief marshal
Among the aides were Maj. w. M.
Smith and Mr.. John II. Trimyer, OF
this city. The Alexandria companies
were in the second division of the parade,
headed BY the Naval Gun Factory Band
and made splendid showing, being APP
plsuded along the entire line of march.
At a meeting of the State Firemen,s
Association last night the following OFF,
GERS we're elected: President, W. ID.
Stowe. Newport News; senior vice presl'
dent. j V. Perlev, Charlottesville; sta
tisticisu, J. H. Dryer, Harrisonburg;
secretary, George Cummings, Forts
mouth; treasurer, J. T. Wlllisma, Char
lottesyille; ehaclain, Rev. G. II. Smith,
Richmond; chairman legislative commit
tee. J. H. Redwood, Richmond. The
Alexsndria 6rsmen will return TO their
homes tomorrow night reaching here
shortly after il O'Clock, and will be met
at the depot by large number OF the
|stay al home" members.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
Condition of the Potomac

The heavy rains of the past few days
have again greatly swollen the Potomac
aud the river is now running bank full.
At several places at and near Williams
port the river has overfowed, but At Is
believed the water has reached its high
est point, aud by morning will begin TO
reeede Tue river at this place Is still
10 its normal condition.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
myS
NOTICE.

Coal is comfort. We are delivering the best
grades of newly mined coal, clean and the
very best grade at the bottom summer price,
to be delivered before July LIST. Leave your
orders at
DeWILTON AITCHESON. lO7 south
Royal street. Both Phones 20.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
Terrible Fall.

New York, Aug 23.-Hurled through the
air for twelve stories today. Joseph Mako
Wit though se,iou ly injured. will probably
live 10 tell the stors Of his long drop. Marx
owitz Viii e working on building at sixty
sixth md Lexington avenue, plunsed from
va. alive when picked up and hurried to the
hosDital
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
Saws He was Robbed.

Claiming TO Asve been robbed of $40
by colored confidence man, James T.
Grimsley, of Accotink. Fairfax county,
last night ask ed the police of Washington
20 aid him in recovering nine FIVE dollar
hills. of which lie said he lad been relieved
in the grounds of the Smithsonian lnsti-
tutiop AS a result. Edward Beard,
eolored was arrested and locked up on
the charge of larceny from the person.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
Erighttu,Iy burned.

Chas. w. Moore, a mschinist, of Ford City,
Pa hal his hand frightfully burned in an
electrical furnace. He applied backIen
Arnica Salye with the usual result: quic,ss
add perfeet cure" Greatest healer on ear IN
for burns, Wounds, Sores Eczema and Piles.
&c at f. s. Leadbeater and Sons, druggists
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23

Why does the sun burn? Why does mos
quito sti z? Why do we feel unhappy IN the
Good Old Summer Time? Answer: we don't;
We use DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salye, and
these little ills don't bother US. Learn %
look for the name on the box to get the
genuine. Sold By W. F. Creighton q Co.,
4Oi King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
rGreaier Alexandria. ASK Joe Drew.
LARGO New Potatoes, 4Oc Peck.

Slb. Fancy Florida Tomatoes, Doc; Large
Pine APPLES 10 and lie each; Id. SOC green
mi ted Tea, sec; 5 ID. Bucket Pure Leaf Lard,
Coo: 30 doz Carpet Brooms, Irregular price
40cj while they last, 25c each; White Clover
'i'' W.P. WOOLLS d SON.
fsho Rnyal and Wolfe streeis
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23

Continental Pure Rye, Zoe full quart, Ssc a
nipt; Overholt, bottled in bond, and Paul
Jones Pure Rye, 9Oc full quart; Port, sherry,
Catawba and Claret, 25c a quart, All the
leading brands of fine wines and liquors Tor
fsmiI, trade. phone s. or drop postal.
HARLOW BROTHERS.,
~ Cameron and Royal Streets
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23

EOR SALE.-six.room FRAME Dwell
L LING Ne. GA south Fairfax ct, con,
aiming rooms. Large yard. For price ana
erms apply to JOHN ID. NORM OF LIZ, COZ
ner King and Royal street. Bell phone "a
au2l st
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23

AN UMBRELLA which was found in the
n market week or ten days ago will lie
returned to the owner upon application TO the
Market Master. aug liz
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
Local Matters.
Sum and Tide Table
Weather PROBABILITIES.

sun rises tomorrow at $40 a. m. aud sets
at 6:44 o. M. High water at lO:S4 a. m. ana
1852 d. m,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
Tomorrow, Friday, Is
REMNANT DAY.

Every woman knows what a convenient way
of saving money our remnant sale Is.
great many men also have found 1t out.
Those on the hunt for cool. inexpensive sun
mer clothes or something for the summer
home will find much to interest them to.
morrow. There will be splend, collection of
remnants-short ends, small a 4 odd lota,
broken sizes aud sss,rtn ents, DC and
prices are way down on the very things most
needed from now on. About every depart
ment Is represented.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23

AN INTELLIGENT YOUNG MAN OR
"a WOMAN who wishes to learn the art OF
printing can secure position in this office.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
Labor Day Picnic, Burke's station
September 3, 1905.

The Southern Railway has authorized on
account of the above occasion one fare rate
for the round trip from stations. Washington
TO Manassas, inclusive, tickets to be sold SCI y
TENDER 3rd, returning same day.. Train NO,
2l4 will do local work between Manassas anu
Bluemoot on September 3rd, aud everything
possib.e will be done to facilitate travel 10
and from Burke's on account of this occasion.
"GIeater Alexandria. ASK Joe Dr'w.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
LOCAL RREvITIEs.

The weather continues sultry. The
mercury 10 the thermometer at 8 clock
this afternoon stood at So.
"Greater Alexandria. Ask Joe Drew.
Fried CLANS 30 cents dozen. Oysters
sv;aj stewed or raw. Clam Soup &c, Vege
table Soup Sc. G. Il. Zimmerman, Market
Snscs feb 26f
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
Clearance Sale
of NJ attings and
M atting Rugs.

We offer al reduced prices for cleara nee
several lots of Mattiag- and Mating Rugs
They are all IN seasons goods aud patterns.
hence are highly desirable.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
The VIRGINIA Firemen.

For this section showers tonight and FRI
day; light variable winds.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23

Complaint is made of the violation OF
the game laws by certain persons wi .
are shooting birds out OF season
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
Sewing Machines
With a Reputation.

Are sloae worthy OF place in the home.
Nothing iscapsb'e e sffordirg more assist
auce IL the sewing ROOM than reliable sew
log machine: nothing is so sure to result in
annoyance AMI worry as a poor one.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
Greater Alexandria. ASK Joe DR.
WANTED.

WANTED AT once. SETTLED WOMAN
w for general housew ork. Stay nights
Call before 2 p. nj at 1854 Irving street
northwest, Washington, ID, c.
aup1I 3ts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23

CRAFT a ALIENS SWISS MILK
pppaKFAsT COCOA. and CHOCOLATE
Just received By j. u hiI'oA''
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-08-23
THE WHISKY OF OUR FORE
EATHERS.

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