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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
ID. A, II.

The tenth annual conference tf the
Daughters of the American Revolution
of Virginia was called to order at 10
O'Clock this morning 10 the Jefferson
Hotel in Richmond, Mrs SAMUEL W.
Janison, of Roanoke, the State regent,
presiding.
The address of welcome was delivered
by Mrs. B. L. Purcell, regent of the
Commonwealth Chapter, Of Richmond,
and chairman of the Jamestown commit
tee from the national organization.
Mrs. J. M. Msupip, Of Portsmouth,
made the response, which was followed
by the address Of the State Regent, Mrs.
Jamisop.
Next in the order OF business vas the
reports of the State officers,
From s to 7 p. N. today Mrs. War
ner Moore, who is Mrs. B. l.. PurcelrS
official representative in the social affairs
to be rendered 10 connection with the
conference, will give tea in honor OF
the conference guests and their hostesses.
Tomorrow evening at 9 o'clock the
Old Dominion Chapter, of Richmond,
will give reception to tAe guests In The
salon Of the Jefferson.
On Friday afternoon from 5 to 7 re-
ception will be given at the Woman's
Club and the Womsn's Auxiliary OF the
Episcopsl Church.
The series of entertainments for the
Daughters will close Friday evening with
a reception at the Jefferson Hotel at 9
O. clock at which Commonwealth Chapter
will entertain.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
Woman,s Auxiliary.

The opening session OF the convention
of the Virginia branch of the Woman's
Auxiliary to the Board of Missions OF
the Protestant Episcopal Church was
held yesterday in the parish house OF
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, Rich
mond, Miss Ssllie Stuart, of Alexandria,
presiding. Rev. J. ]. Gravatt, rector
of the church, offered prayer, and then
delivered a short address of welcome.
Four distinguished guests were welcomed
to the eOtiOnj namely, Miss Emery,
of New York. secretary of the general
Organization; Miss Taylor, Of Southern
Virginia; Mis-, Smart, missionary to
the mountains of Virginia, and the Rev.
Mr.. Chapman, of Japan.
Miss Taylor, Southern Virginia, made
an address in explanation of the work
being done in Boise, Idaho, by Bishop
Fupsteu. Miss Barrett also spoke on
that work, and the presiding officer talk
ed briefly of the conservation OF the
Chapel OF the Good Shepherd In that
city.
:. Mics Emery, OF New York, made an
address on Yearly Reports. la the
course of Der remarks she stated that the
total sum raiurd by the Women's Auxil-
iares Of the Episcopal Church through
out the country had amounted in the past
year to s4sO, 900, exclusive OF the trien-
pial cyllections.
Lev. Dir, Chapman, of Japan, made
an inspiring talk on his work, and pro-
ceeded 10 thank the ladies for the banGi
some communion service sent to his
church by them.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
.ouAL glsEvITiEs.

But little new corn is bsing received
10 this maske'. The price ia 90 o.
per bushel. Game IS coming - Ia isit
quantities including numbers OF Wild
turkeys.
The commissioners Of election met st
the clerks Office this morniog and car
vassed the vote of the city cast ct Tues
DAYS election. The result was as report
ed 10 yesterdays Gszette.
Ideal weather has prevailed this week:
The temperature has been pleasant and
existing conditions have been greatly en-
loved by some who defer their vacations
until the advent of the fair weather and
mellow sunshine Of autumn.
at a meeting of the congregation oil
the Baptist Church last night the follow.
ing delegates we're chosen to the general
assembly of Virginia, which meets 10
Richmond next Tuesday: j. P. Woody,
G.. K. Bender, Rev Dir. Willis. l.. w.
Ayto and Rev. w. F. Fisher
Fried CLANS 80 cents dozen. Oysters
fried, stewed or raw. Dining room open on
Sunday during oyster season. Z. u. Lim-
man, Market space. REQ zou
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
Carried off BY GypsIes.

John Adam, who said his home was in
Chicago. applied in the District Cour'
at Salem, Massachusetts, yesterday for a
warrant for the arrest of several mem
bers of band of gypsies. in winter quar-
tiers at South Salem, on the charge Of
having abducted bis daughter, Rosie, IL
years old, year age.
Adam told the police that he was
Russian, and that while he was living 10
Chicago, about year ago, bis daughter
suddenly disappeared. Being convinced
that she had been carried of BY the gyp-
sies, Adam decided to search for her by
joining the gypsies. He and his wife,
therefore, became attached TO a tribe
which landed in Somerville recently,
and week ago he found his child With
another band at South Salem When he
tried to take her away be alleges that the
gypsies threatened to kill both him and
bis daughter The police, being informed
OF the case, took the child away from the
camp pending an investigation.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
Jr. o. U. A. I'M.

The case OF the National Council,
Junior Order United American Mechanics
of North America ct sls., plaintiffs in
error, agsiust the State Council Of Viz
einis Junior Order United American
Alech1Dics Of the State of Virginia, de-
PENDANTS in error, was argued and sub
mitted in the U. 8. Supreme Court
yesterday. The case grows out OF the
"iosurreclion" of the Virginia council
against the national council because OF
the cl use is the declaration Of principles
of the national council. The court had
decided that the "old' council Was the
State council, hence the appeal.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
The New Electric Works.

The work of preparing the building at
the foot of Wolfe street for the purposes
of the Alexandria Electric Company is
rearing completion. The machinery
aud wire Tor the new plant is expected to
reech Il is city within the next few days.
IT is still believed BY the officials that
be works will be in operation by the
middle of next month. Some msnufsc-
tories are aking comparisons between
the cot Of steam and electricity, and it
has been demonstrated to their satisfac-
tioa lha, the latter is the more ecouomi-
cal of the two, aud power from the plant
will d ,ubtless be used at most factories
in thi. CITY
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
appear
Death from Appenaicii...:.,

Mr. Frederick l.. Dawson, who died
at ElsDs, W. Va, Tuesday, WIS we'll
known 10 Alexandra. He often visited
this CITY where be mingled in social
gatherings. He was the confidential ard
financial secretary of Senator Stephen
b. Elklus. % September % last Mr.
DAWSON was stricken with appendicitis
10 an acute form, and an operation was
performed the day following. His con-
dilion was critical, and during the sue
ceediug weeks he grew steadily worse
until death came Tuesday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
Arrested as Suspicious Persons

Harry Mcdonald, A. ]. Milstead aud
John Carroll we're arrested last night by
Officers Ferguson aud Gill on Alfred
street, between King and Cameron, as
suspicious characters. The officers In
their statements this morning said that
the trio were standing in dark places on
the square acting in questionable man
ner aud soliciting aid from psssersby.
One of the men, it was asserted, had
knocked at the front door of house on
the square and asked alms. The &C
cnsed denied that they were we're asking
for aid. and said they we're painters by
trade snd resided in Washington. They
also said that they had worked in Alex
andria, and yesterday had endeavored to
procure a license, but were unable to
find the Commissioner Of the Revenue.
They we're dismissed by Justice Cation
with the understanding that they would
leave the city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
PersODal.

Mrs. Dabnsy HsrndOn, is a guest Of
Mr.. and Mrs. A. p. Bolts, 10 Efeder-
icksburg.
Mr.. II. NJ. Fitzhugh, OF Falrfsx, an
nounces the engagement OF his daughter
Miss Alice Meade Fitzhugh, to Mr.. WI
liam /. Deming, of Washington. The
wedding will take place early 10 the
winter.
Mrs. Edward Stabler Leadbeater has
issued invitations for the wedding OF her
daughter, Miss Lucy Chsndlee Lead
beaten, and Mr.. Laurence Stabler, which
is to take place at Christ Church on
the evening Of November 18th at $3.50
O'Clock.
Mr.. Z. q. Kemper is now occupying
the residence No. 3ll north Washington
street.
Mr.. @. B. Swan, who has been sick for
several weeks with pneumonia. Is able to be
out again.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
The A, o. III.

Division No. ], Ancient Order of Hi
bernians, of this city, will entertain the
State officers of the order at an open
meeting at st. Mary's Hall tonight.
The meeting will doubtless be very en-
.ertaining one, and all friends of the
order are cordially invited to be present
The meeting will end with "smoker."
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
Euchre Party Last Night.

TIE progressive eucbre party given
/ $ night by the Catholic Wouens'
Beuevol n, L gion, Keuefick Council,
100, Of ST Mays Church, at the Young
Meus Sodaiity Lyceum Hall was attend
ed by large crowd. The affair had been
well-plsnned aud was greatly enjoyed by
ill who attended. Many pretty prizes
wara otvarle1
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
Lights for Upper King Street

TIE work of placing electric lights on
Kin. street from the middle OF the square
wsst Of Peytpn street to the new
union depot is COW 10 progress. Some
of the globes were placed in position
yesterday. They are OF an improved
pattern, end are handsomely gilded.
The lamps ard wires will be suspended
on iron poles 1t is said that the lamps
will be burning within the next few
DAYS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
Police Court.

TJustice II. B. Cation presiding
The following cases we're disposed OF
this morning:
Elmer Simpson, arrested by Chief
Goods and Officer Beach charged with
disorderly conduct at the Opera House,
forfeited bis collateral by failing to sp'
pear.
Harry Mcdonald, John Carroll and
A. J. Milstead. arrested by Officers Fer
guson and Gill as suspicious characters,
were dismissed upon promising to leave
the city.
Finuey Stern, arrested by Officers
Lyles and Nicholson charged with dis
orderly conduct and interfering with an
officer 10 the discharge of his duty, was
fined 50 so for the first offence and %
for the second.
VIM. Benzette, arrested By the same
officers for disorderly conduct, was fned
50 so.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
Patents Granted.

Messrg. Davis g. Davis, Washington
patent attorneys, report the grant this
week to citizens Of this State of the fcl-
lowing patents: Alexander Q, Calder.
of Richmond, combined gauge-ccck and
safety valve; W. W, freeman, of Nor
folk, deu,al hsndpiece; Silas ID. Slocum,
of Alexandria. adjustable switch-5ox;
John B Winiree, jr., of Lynchburg,
c.k trimmer
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08

The best treatment for indigestion and
troubles Of the stomach is to rest the stomach.
II can be rested by q good digestant. Kodol
puts the stomach in shape to satisfactorily
perform its functions Good fer indigestion,
sour stomach, fatulence, palpitstion Of the
hesrt ard dyspepsia. Ko1ol Is made in strict
conformity with the National Pure Food and
Drug Law. Sold by w. F. Creighton & Co.,
4el King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
A Mountain of Gold

could not bring as much happiness to Mrs.
Lucia Wilke, OF Caroline, Wis, as did one
Csc box OF Bucklen's Arnica Salve, when it
completely cured running sore on her leg,
which had tortured her % long years. Great-
eat antissptic healer Of Piles. Wounds, and
Sores. 25c at E. 3. Leadbester d Sons drug
store
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
Circuit Court for the City.
Nudge G. Z. Nicol presiding. |

] Lru,s Loose vs.. Southern Railway
o., a suit for $40, 900 for damages al
legged to have been done to the plaintiffs
greenhouses and gardens by smoke, Gin
ders, etc, from The defendant compsny's
engines, machine shops, etc. jury and
case IN progress. The night session to
have been held last nigh, WAS dispensed
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
8 lbs MOUNTAIN BUCKwHEAT, Csc

Large White Mealy Potatoes, S5c bushell,
25c peck; Cans Tomatoes, 25c; Cans Corn,
25c: Table Belle Flour, large sacks, SOC, small
sacks, Is; Eggs, 2Sc dozen. Creamery Butter,
one pound prints, SIC.
WIN. r. WOOLLS & son.
Pcxal and Wnlfa sfra,ta
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
NOTICE.

Prepare for War in time Of Peace. Coal ID
Comfort. We are delivering the very Test
graies Of Clean Newly mined Coal at bottom
market price. 2,2i0 lbs. to the ton. promptly
delivered By.
DeWILTON AITCHESON,
Both Phones 95. III sopth Roya street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
THE WHISKY OF OUR FORE.
FATHERS

Continental Pure Rye, T5c full quart, $50 q
pint; Oyerholt, bottled in bond. and Paul
Jones Pure Rye, SOC full quart; Port, Sherry,
Catawba and Claret, 25c quart. All the
leading brands of fine wines and liquors for
family trade. Phone So or drop postal.
HARLOW BROTHERS,,
myS If Cameron and Royal Streets.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08

DeWit:'s Kidney and Bladder Pills act On
both kidneys and liver, and as result afford
the quickest relief from excess Of uric acid.
Sold by ". F. Crcsghton & Co., 40l king
street
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
Local Matters.
Sun and Tide Table.

Sun rises tomorrow ct 6:35 a. m. and sets
at 4:'2 j. N. High water at 1881 p. m. and
100 o. IA.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
Weather Probabilities.

For this section partly cloudy and warmer
tonight. Friday showers; light northeast 10
east winds.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
Main hoor-F st.
Popular Black
Dress Fabrics.

Black is still very fashionable. Besides ali
the staple weaves we are showing this season
a number of fancy effects in both rough aad
smooth cloths.
Shadow Check and Striped Batiste and Ar
mure, Shadow Check Panama, Melross, Pop.
lin. Check Aohair. Tafetas. Queen Cloth,
Adrienne. &c. These are strictly Atwood ma
terlals, in selected blacks. and vary from 40
to AZ inches in width.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
Fined for Disordrrly Conduct.

and WIN. BeDzstte were
ce Court liz morning
sordery conduit at the
t nigh. Stern wa also
.rferiug with sn offictr 10
his duty. They h'sa
'peeisl officer Carrier and
ieers Jones and Nichol-
~ areu 81 6U aud ;sterh
Epson, who had been al
,ods and Officer Beach
Mderly conduct at the
collateral bit failed to
appeor ,nse was called.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
Tomorrow, Friday, Is
REMNANT DAY.

with thousands Of individual sales daily
there must be constant watchfalness and
clearing out of things that are not absolutely
fresh. that are broken in sizes or scratched or
marred, or otherwise unfit for regular stock.
Every Friday we clear out these several class
es Of remnants by putting prices on them that
will do 1t quickly and completely.
Prices on an average will be lower than
usual tomorrow, and there will be many
attractive lots OF goods included (which were
secured especially for this weekly sale.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
Earl Burgess Company.

Queen Of the White Slaves" ur set
mtlOir was presented at the Opera
House lat night TO crow ded house. The
dram. throu hsut was very interesting and
was heartily enjoyed. The play contained
many difficult larts. Int each one was we'll
takeu, e,pecia Is those of Ralph Grimes &C..
c. Miller end smoke Pot Raymond Psine).
The Sprcialtirs we've again of clever
nature, The company will present tonight
Escaped from the H1rem," play full Of
Startling scenes aud thrilling .climaxts The
stors of the pay is very beautiful, and gives
an oyportanity FOR each and every person 70
stow his or her ability in a manner which is
very PLEASING 70 every one. The comedy
which is interminglsd with the many scenes
is very leasing. rh' vaudeville features
will be changed seh performance and will be
se,n bete,en the acts and during the action
q the l.v
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
SELECT NORFOLK OYSTERS Al
THE EIkTON.

We are handling nothing but select Nor
folks. Both phones. Telephone orders re-
oeige prompt attention. seP25 II
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08

In * NJ George county in TUESDAYS
81 clio, Mr.. Rxey received l6l votes
and Nc. HENDERSON rs. 10 Stafford
the vote vas, Rixey, lS4; Henderson, lSl.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
DRY GOODS.
Woodward & L0|lp0D
10th, 11th.F & G Sts.N.W.
WASHINGTON. D. G.
DRY GOODS.
Mems Hats.

The variety Of styles was never more plentl-
full than is shown in the creations for the
present season; the black derbys in various
blocks and soft hats in many colors and
shapes.
We show the Stetson in all the lates
styles, soft hats aud derbys.
$3.50 to 500.
Wa L. Special" S.if Hats.
$500 and S4.C0 each.
Soft Hats. the popular Telescope" and
"Crushers." are shown in the desirable colors.
$500 and up,
Fancy Hat Bands. in college aud high
school colors.
Zoe each.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
A Special Skirt Value

A splendid quality Of chev,ot, in blue and
black, made with cluster plaits. A perfect
hanging garment. All lengths and waist
measurements.
Special Value, $50 each.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08
800 the yard.
Special Value in Black
Panama Cloth.

A strictly all.wool worsted cloth, in a
special fall weight, Rich, lustrous black,
with a beautiful finish. 1t is 44-inches wide
and cannot be duplicated at the price.
$1.00 q yard.
A most unusual showing of fine Black
Broadcloths. Chiffon weight. spot. proof. and
perfectly finished. Several grades ranging
from 500 to $500 the yard.
Second 6ooy-C al
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1906-11-08

Another invoice Of the celebrated POTO
MAC FLOUR Just received by
&c. MILBUHN.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1906-07-17
NO. 81.

The house in which Col. Bratton was
living Is still standing. 1t Is said the
timbers still contain bullets that were
shot at the time of the battle. 1t Is
still owned by a descendant Of Col
William Bratton.
The battles of Ramsours Mill and
Williamson's were productive of great
good to the cause Of the Wings. They
stopped, at least for time the plum
dering of the Tories and taught the pa
triots that they might dare to meet
British regulars.
1t would be interesting to see a full
list of the names Of those who were at
the battle of Williamson's and Hucks
defeat. This might once have been Sc
cured. It is now too late. We give be-
low the names Of the actors on that
memorable morning, that We have been
able to gather up. AS there was really
no commanding officer, but each man
was his own commander, and as num-
bers Of the individuals distinguished
themselves during the war and were
promoted, We give simply the names
without any title:
Jorn Mcclure, James Mcclure, Will
liam Bratton, Hugh Bratton, Thomas
Bratton, Thomas Carroll, John Moffett,
John Nixon, James Moore, James
Hemphill, James Mitchell. John Nc
Connell, John Chambers. Jas. Wallace,
William Guy, Andrew Love, Chas.,
Curry John Kidd. Alexander Moore,
VIM. Moore, John Moore. and his four
sons, John, Samuel William and Ma
than, Robert Howie, David Leech,
John Carson, William Hanna, James
Hanna, william Davidson, Edward Ia
cey, John Mills, William Burris, Rich
ard Wynn, John Miller, John Swami,
James Ross, William Ross, Charles
Miles Robert Ashe, James McElwee,
John Smith, Peter Wylie.t Robert
Brown, Thomas Rainey, Samuel Rain
ey, BENJAMIN Rainey, Francis Wylie,
Joseph CASTOR, Samuel Kelsey, James
Adair, VIM. Adair, John McCaw, VIM.
Lewis, John Martin, John Dennis.
Thomas Boggs, David Sadler., G.. jam.
eison, John Barry, William Carson,
John Wallace, Henry Ray. James Gill,
Thomas Gill, Arthur Gill, John Carroll,
John Williamson, Adam Williamson,
Samuel Williamson. George Williamson
and James Williamson, all sons of Jas.
Williamson, at whose house the British
and Tories were encamped.
~ r~on,u,x,yr.r
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1906-07-17

MEpIcINE.-Throw out opium, said
DR.. Holmes, which the Creator himself
seems to prescribe, for We often see the
scarlet poppy growing in the cornfelds,
as IL 1t were foreseen that wherever
there Is hunger to be fed there must
also be pain to be soothed; throw out a
few specifics which our art did not dis
cover and Is hardly needed to apply;
throw out wine, which is food and the
vapors which produce the miracle Of
anaesthesia, and / firmly believe that
IL the whole materia medica as now
used could be sunk to the bottom OF
the sea 1t would be all the better foi
mankind and all the worse for the
fishes.
The shortest system Of medical prac-
tice that / know of is the Oldest, but
not the worst. 1t is older than Hip
pocrates, older than Chiron the Cen
taur. Nature taught II to the first
mother when she saw her firstborn
child putting some ugly pebble or lurid
berry into its mouth. / know not In
what language 1t was spoken, but l
know that In English 1t would sound
thus: Spit 1t out!"
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1906-07-17
CHAPTER XI,

Alas: the love of woman! it is known
To be a lovely and a fearful thing
For all of theirs upon that die is
thrown,
And if 'tis lost, life hath no more to
bring
To them but mockeries Of the past
alone"
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1906-07-17
no BE CONTINUED.

TT If a man asks a candid opinion
from a friend and gets it, 1t makes
him mad.
fT Some people invariably get the
worst Of It, because they are always
demanding the best Of it.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1906-07-17

,9E No man is as dangerous as his
threats.