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The broad ax., 1907-04-27
Why Not7

Certainly I'm going TO the recep-
ton" said the conceited chump. Il be-
lieve the beautiful Miss Swellman will
be there"
Surely you don't expect her to speak
to your" remarked the quiet man.
"Why notT' asked the cOnceited
chump. What's the matter? Is she
bashful?" - Catholic Standard and
Times.
The broad ax., 1907-04-27
Niaoara's Recession.

4 recent examination Of Niagara
made by the Canadian geological sur
vey reveals that the recession OF the
falls ION the Canadian side IS percepu'
bly, slowing. The falls recede now
about two feet two inches a year as
compared with FIVE feet three inches,
which was calculated TO be the annual
recession between the years 1873 and
1890.
The broad ax., 1907-04-27
Can Wash Her Sins Away.

The little four-year-old daughter Of q
minister friend OF mine was given a
little washtub and board for Christ
mas. She had often heard her father
exhorting sinners to have their sins
washed away. so when she received her
washtub and board she seemed much
pleased and said:
Nov, mamma, l can wash all my
sins away."-Chicago News.
The broad ax., 1907-04-27

Peter Persimmon-SO de Of gen'man
keeps 20 wife In pin money? You
ought to be glad OBJ dat
Sam SunfOwer-Td lax to know why.
He keeps her in money to buy rolling
pins to thump me obeh de haid wild
Baltimore News.
The broad ax., 1907-04-27
The Lesser Evil.

"of course" said the tragedian, in
the theatrical business a short run is
bad
'sBut." interrupted the critic, "a good
long walk is worse, isn't itT'-Minne-
apolIs Journal.
The broad ax., 1907-04-27
A Matter of Business.

Customer Ito waiter - What's the
meaning OF this? Yesterday you gave
me twice as large a portion as today.
Waiter-Where did you sit?
Customer-By the window.
waiter-Oh, that accounts for 1t! We
always give people by the window
large portions. It's an advertisement
-SZutok
The broad ax., 1907-04-27
Too Roomy.

Gracious" exclaimed the econom-
ical mother 81 thought / had cut
down this old suit of your fathers so
It would fit you. but 1t seems entirely
too large yet"
Eyes. ma" replied the bright boy,
especially the wide ex-pants.' Cath
ole Standard and Times.
The broad ax., 1907-04-27
Natural Conclusion.

Here's a story of a man who mas
sixteen wives"
ayes. Every little while 1 hear that
some one has escaped from a lunane
Standardization Post
The broad ax., 1907-04-27
Her Title Clear.

well" said Mrs. Nagget, Il guess l
have a perfect right TO my opinions"
"Of course you have. my dear, re-
plied her husband, and If you only
Kept them to yourself no one would
ever question that right. "-Baltimore
Nouva
The broad ax., 1907-04-27
Theory Upset.

'De Squalle has disproved one pet
theory anyway"
"What one and howT
at is commonly believed that lemons
are good for the voice, and his doesn't
improve in the least in spite Of the fact
that the critics hand him a lemon ev-
erywhere he goes."-JudGe.
The broad ax., 1907-04-27
The Worst Part.

%One thing 1 didn't like about your
chow" said the critic. was the long
waits between the acts"
"Huhr' snorted the players. They're
nothing compared with the long waits
between instaIlments OF salary.
adelpbia Press.
The broad ax., 1907-04-27
Man and His Opinion.

Every man has a right to his opin'
lon"
Eyes. The great trouble with a good
many people who have opinions Is that
they think they have the right to bore
everybody else with them" - Ohio
State Journal.
The broad ax., 1907-04-27
A sYllahIe's Difference.

"You are in a position to be praised
for many things"
yes" answered Senator Sorghum,
'but sometimes a mans influence does
not depend so much on what he Is
praised for as on what he is appraised
for."-Washington Star
The broad ax., 1907-04-27
Called.

81 did want to tip you, waiter" said
McBIuff. "but have no change"
'T can make change for you, sir,"
said the waiter.
"Er-can you? Well-er-give me
i've pennies for this nickel"-Philadel-
phia Press.
The broad ax., 1907-04-27
Mushroom Hat Entirely Of Taffsta.

A large mushroom shaped hat has its
brim and crown entirely Of large. loose
folds of leaf green taffeta silk. 1t is
edged with green velvet and Is trim
med with long. wide. shaded green
grasses that start from the left front,
cross the front and end at the right
aida
The broad ax., 1907-04-27
Considsrata.

Lady Visitor-Do you ever make any
sacrifices for your little sister?
Bobby-Yes, ma'am; l eat all the
candy cause it makes her sick.-Phu-
adelphia Press.
The broad ax., 1907-04-27
A Modish Spring Costume.

The gown in the sketch is a combi-
nation of plain chiffon and an all over
embroidery. with garnitures of taffeta
bands connected with fancy stitches to
simulate hemstitching. The bertha on
The broad ax., 1907-04-27

BLUE STRAW WITH GARLAND OF FLOWERS.
hats without bands fitting closely to
the head are the most up to date mod
els.
The model illustrated Is OF a dull
blue straw with a garland Of flowers
on wide. black velvet ribbon.
The broad ax., 1907-04-27

the bodice. prolonged into sleeves oTei
the arm. Is one Of the many modish
and ingenious devices TO lengthen the
shoulder line and avoid the seam at
the top Of the sleeve. The. latter. like
a family skeleton. Is concealed efec-
lively in one way or another in almost
every dressy gown that one sees this
season.
The broad ax., 1907-04-27
WOMAN AND FASHION
A PICTURESQUE Hat.

The new hats are picturesque In
shape, color and trimming. The up
tilted, jaunty shapes are no longer the
height Of fashion. Dropping brims and
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04

Final arrangements were made by
the city democratic committee last Sa'.
urday night for bringing out large vote
at the election tomorrow. The members
of the committee will give their personal
attention to the work of rounding up
the voters and seeing that they cast
their ballots. Mr.. Charles O. Csrlip, of
this city, is the democratic nominee for
the House of Representatives. Mr. E l..
Howard, OF Fairfax county, is the repub-
lican candidate for the State Senate. Mr..
r. E8elI Thornton, of Fairfax, is op-
posed by Mr.. J. O. De Putron, also of
Fairfax. Ia this city and county Mr..
james r. Cation, who IS the democratic
candidate for The House Of Delegates, will
be opposed BY Mr.. FrsnkT. Evans, who
is the republican contestant. The polls
will be open at sunrise, 6:Sl, tomorrow
at the following places
Fret wsr1-Elkton Hotel.
Second wsrd-0ld City Hotel. '~9
Third wSrd--Odd Fellows Hall.
Fourth ward--Friendship engine
h0uR2
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
POLICE COURT.

IJustice II. B. Cation presiding.
The following cases we're disposed OF
this morning:
Sylvester Quail, charged with stealing
copper wire belonging to the Alexandria
Electric Light Company, was fined $40.
Robert Padgett, charged with being
drunk in the street, was sent TO Jail for
80 days.
Eugene Braxton, colored, charged
with disorderly conduct, was dismissed.
George Lomsx, colored, charged with a
similar offense, was fiued So
Benjamin Hamilton, colored, charged
with lunacy, was sent TO Jail for 10 days.
Arthur Robinson, colored, charged
with selling lager beer on Sunday, was
fined $50 and sent to Jail for so days.
Samuel Bateman, charged with being
drunk on the street, was dismissed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
FINED FIFTY DOLLAR

Chief Goods and Officers Gsryey ADD
Ferguson yesterday arrested O cOiored
man named Rufus r IbiusoD. living in
the northeastern seetioa OF the city,
charged with selling lager beer on Sun
az and without license. The case
anne before Justice Ca.on in the Police
Court this morning. A number OF COLOR
ed mel who had been caught in the
place, some of whom we're drunk when
lsken in custody, testified that club
mel at the place on Sunday for the pur-
pose Of drinking beer, and that the liquor
was purchased on Saturday night. The
evidence of the witnesses did not agree,
however, in some material points. The
officers testified that colored men went
into the place on Sundays sober end
emerged in drunken condition. Arthur
Robinson, con OF the accused, acknowl-
edged that he conducted the room in
which the liquor was distributed. Justice
Cation 10 summing up the case said Inc
object of the Sunday laws was 10 prevent
a nuisance on that day by the di'tribu-
ton of intoxicants, and he would there
fore dismiss Rufus Robinson and foe
Arthur $50 and in addition give him u
sixty-day term in jail. The 6ne was
paid, and later the jail sentence was
RENTED when Mr. John P. Robinson
appeared and signifed his desire. to be-
come surety for the accused in the sum
of 500 for bis future good behavior for
a term of one year.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
PERSONAL.

Mss George French has returned
from a visit TO her aunt, Mrs. Lonsheld,
at Oismont. Albemsrle county.
Lieut.. James Smith Of the police
force has gone to Rappahsnnock county
to spent his vacation. During his ao-
sense Private John T. Roberts will serve
as lieutenant. :,
Postmaster Thomas Burroughs attend
ed meeting of the presidential post
masters in Richmond last week.
Mr.. J. Carlin Creighton has gone 70
East St. Louis, ILL.,, to attend the
wedding of his GOD, j. Augustus
Creighton, and Mas Hazel Carroll,
which will take Il.ce there on the 9Th
instant.
Mr.. J. L. Crupper and family, who
spent the summer in Alexaudria county,
have returned to tbs CITY aud will make
their home at No. slS King street.
Mr.. Roy Stephenson, prominent at
torney of Winches.er, was in this city
today, the guest Of Judge Norton.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
PROPERTY SALES.

The following sales have been made
by NJ. B. Harlow & Co., Inc, in C)t-
tage Park: Van @. X. Potter, of Wash
ington, three lots upon which will be
erected three handsome cottages.
Mitchell Hancock, one lo', upon
which will be erected cottage.
j. r. N. Curtin, one lot, upon which
will be erected cottage.
John Kirkpatrick, house and three
lots
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
DEATHS AND FUNERALS.

Mr.. james McWilIiams, who for many
years had been engaged in mercantile
business at the northeast corner oil
Cameron and Royal streets, died early
yesterday morning, after lingering ILL
ness. at his country residence, Fairfax
county, a short distance south Of this
city. Death was due to pulmonary
troubles. He was in the 59tb year of bis
age. The deceased was member OF the
Young Mems Sodslity Lyceum, of this
city. One brother, John McWillisms,
and two sisters, Miss lilly McWillisms
and Miss Margaret McWilliams, survive
him. Mr.. McWillisms was quiet and
popular citizen, and bis death is regret
ted by all who knew him.
Mrs. Mary Z. Matthews died yester-
day morning after long illness, at her
home, sol Duke street. The deceased
was fi.ty-seven years old. Her husband
aud several children survive her. The
remains we're forwarded yesterday even
ing to Bedford county for iDterment.
The funeral of the late Mrs. Catherine
1. Harper, who died last Friday evening,
took place this morning at IL O'clock
from her late residence. 2l8 south Wash
iugton street. Rev. Joseph r SEWER,
of the Second Presbyterian Church, co.,
Quoted the services, and the iDItfment
was in the Presbyterian Cemetery. The
psll5ssrers we're Messrs. A. g. U hler,
e w. Ramsay, VIM. Campbell, Harry
Griffith, @. G. Smoot and George Wise.
The funeral of the late Albert Me-
Cuep, who was found dead in small
frame building on the f.h wharf last
Saturday ornipg, took place this after
noon from the residence of his son, Mr..
]. Albert McCuen. at 131 south Fairfax
street. The services we're conducted by
Rev. DR.. Fisher
The funeral of William Stewart, the
four-year-old son of Mr.. and Mrs. Moses
HAYDEN, took place at their home, at
Brsddock Heights, yesterday afternoon.
Rev. A. w. Myers conducted the services.
The remains of Charles A. Ohinn,
colored, who died in Washington on
Friday, were brought here yesterday and
inferred.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
Captain POSEY ARRESTED.

Capt. Frederick Posey, of the Nor
folk and Washington steamer Newport
News, has waived examination and has
been held for the federal grand jury in
Norfolk by U. 8. Commissioner Stephen
son upon the charge of flying the u. s.
mail flag when his boat had no mail
aboard. Capt. POsey gave bond for his
appearance in court next week. The
Newport News, which is nov making
day trips, is mail steamer when running
at night. Capt. Posey said he did not know
he was violating the law. He put up
the mail flag simply for decorative pur-
poses, end lowered it, he said, upon the
frat intimation that it was wrong for him
TO raise IL.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
THE PASSION PLAY.

The Passion Play, in moving pictures,
was presented this afternoon at 2:45
O. clock By the Alexandria Amusement
Company on King street near Pitt.
There will be other exhibitions at $40,
8 aud 9:l5 tonight. Each entertainment
lasts an hour. The pictures will be ex-
hibited at the same hours tomorrow and
Wednesday. The pictures are realistic,
instructive and edifyipg, end the COM
pany producing them should be literally
patroniZed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
RUNAWAY.

a horse attached to wagon belong
Ing to the Schiller Beef Company ran
away on King street, between Columbus
and Washington, about o'clock thi'
morning and ran down buggy in which
Mr.. T. w. Roberts was seated. The wagon
was thrown on its side and the buggy was
considerably damaged. Mr.. Roberts
escaped injury, aud cOlored boy who
was seated in the wagon jumped out
when the horse became frightened and
also escaped being burt.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
He Fought at Gettysburg.

David Parker, of Fayette, N, Y. who lost
foot at Gettysburg, writes: Electric Bit
tiers have done me mor good than any medi-
cine / ever took. For several years 1 had
stomach trouble. and paid out much money
for medicine to little purpose until | began
taking Electric Bitters l would not take
IS 0 for what they have done for me-" Grand
tolic for the aged and for female weaknesses
Great Alternative and body builder; best OF all
for lame back and We TX kidneys. Guaranteed
by all druggist. Doc
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
FINED TEN DOLLARS.

A young man living in the south
eastern section of this city, who mad been
arreated by Officer knight charged with
stealing over 70 pounds of copper wire
from the Alexandria Electric Works and
sellipzit to Junk dealer, was arrsigned
"a the Police Court this morning. The
accused made no denial of the charge and
was fined $40. Another young man, who
was a party to the theft, frankly confessed
the part he took in the transaction,
saying he was drunk at the time, and the
company urged No charge against hin.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
WATER COMPANY MEETING.

The annual meeting OF The Alexsn-
.d.is Water Company was held today ct
which the old board Of directors--Messrt.
WsIter Roberts, f. L. Dainger6eld,
George s. French, Hubert Snowden,
Worth Hulfish, NJ. A. Ahern and J. W.
Roberts-were reelected. The reports
of the officers showed gratifying condi-
ton of the affairs of the company and OF
its property. :.
After The stockholders nesting The d.
rectors met and reelected the old off,
GERS, viz, Walter Roberts, pre'ident;
,Geolge Uhler, secretary and treasurer;
@. A. Power, superintendent, aud Jas.
Eveletb, collector.
Ths usual semi-s1nual dividend OF
81. 30 per share was declared.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
RALLY DAY SERVICES.

The rally day services 10 the Metho-
dist Protestant Church yesterday, were
Interesting and we'll attended. 10 the
morning Mr.. James e. Alexander, OF
the NJ. e. Church Sou b, delivered an
address to the Sunday school. In the
evening Rev. P. 0. Grouse, pastor OF
Congress Street NJ. P. Church, Wash
iug;on made an add e-s on The Two
Essentials in Christian Endeayor Work. &"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
ARRESTS.

Gilbert Simpson was arrested this
morning charged with contempt by Jus
tice A. J. Payne, Of Fairfax, while the
latter was holding court 10 store at
the corner of Franklin and Patrick
streets. He was disorderly when brought
10 the station house and was held on two
charges.
James Reed was arrested this morning
on suspicion Of stealing lot Of clothing.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
MR.. BRYAN'S LECTURE.

Reserved seats for the lecture, "The
Old World and Its Ways" by Hon.
William Jennings Bryan at the Opera
House Friday, November %, were place.
on sale today at E igar Warfeld's drug
store. General admission tickets may
be had a. several Othsr drug stores.
Alexandrisns will have the opportunity
of hearing Mr.. Bryan at most interest
iug period 10 his career.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
UPPER KING STREET PAYING.

The board of supervisors of Alexan-
dria county, representatives of the wash.
ington. Southern Railway Company, and
tho Washington, Alexandria and Mount
Vernon Electric Railway Company, will
meet Mayor Psf in conference within
the next few days to devise plans to
complete the paving of the three remain
ing squares on King street to the union
passenger station.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
KIDNAPPING FRUSTRATED.

|. T.. Findhsm, a slick detective, is
employed by scoundrel to kidnsP a
beautiful child. he 6nds her playing
With a number OF children, grabs her,
places his hand over her mouth and is 10
the act of carrying her of, when Franz
Won. Altenheim a lover of children, aP-
pesrs upon the scene. What trsnspires
between the detective and Won Al'en-
helm will be be beautifully pictured In
the "Merry Oobbler," Opera House
November ~ aud 10.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
CIRCUITCOURT FOR THE COUNTY
fudge ). B. T. Thornton, presiding. |

Docket called and cases set
]. Louis Loose vs. Southern Railway
Co.. case fixed for trial al special term,
December 10.
Robert NJ. Cheshire W. f., f. * 2.
R'y. Co.; case fixed for trial November
IA and Governor requested TO designate
a Judge.
Eliza Sinclair vs.. Adams Express Co. !;
dismissed; agreed.
The Winchester Memorial Hospital
%. va. the Board Of Hsndley, TRUSTEES
"a corporstioD) arguments 10 be heard
November s.
Paducah Cooperage Co. vs.. the Mt.
Vernon Fire Insurance Company of
Alexsndris; rule awarded TO employ
couDs.l.
Ella Lee BroadeTs We. Lille B. Car.
lin ct ais; decree confirming sale to
Robert s. Barrett OF house and lot on
Fairfax street, between Ki0g and Prince.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
sroI.EN IRTICLEs RECOVERED

RAYMOND Briscoe, the youth Who stole
. number of articles in Fairfax county
last week, together with wagon, goat
and harness in this city, is still at the
station house. He viii be taken to Fair
fax tomorrow morning.. Justice Payne
reported this morning that ne had re-
covered the goat, harness and wsgon.
He also found valuable bull deg
belonging in this city which had goLs
sastray.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
MEMS MEETING.

The mems meeting in the NJ. E
Church South yesterday afternoon was
we'll attended and enjoyed by sill present.
Rev. W. M. Poisal delivered the address,
his subject being, "The Man Behind
the Gup.U
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
OPERA HOUSE.

As an added attraction at the Opera
House tonight, Mr.. Pat Rooney, late OF
the Keith circuit and a member of the
famous family OF that name, will sing.
Tomorrow night the CITY and State
election returns, as far as possible, will
be announced
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
NAVAJO.

Navsjo, owned by Mr.. CORTLAND IL.
Smith, won the Pimico Autumn Steeple-
chase run on Saturday last at Pimlicc,
Md. Navsjo's race that afternoon confirms
his good perflrmsDce in New York, ard
the jumper that beats him at Bsnniug
will have 10 step some
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04

Trial Cstarrh treatments are being mailed
out free, on request, by DR.. Shoop, Rac,oe'
Wis. These tests are proving 10 the peop.eTi
without penny's cos;-the great vaine OF unis
scientific prescription Enown 70 qruegisIs
everywhere as DR.. Shops Caiarrn he"e"''
Sold by f. s. Leadheater 4 Sens.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
RANKS TO CLOSE.

Tomorrow being election day the
banks of the city under the State laws
will be closed on that day.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
LOST.

\ OSr.-Saturday evening at 6 o'clock on
l. Prince street, near postotiice, enc $40 and
one s. note. Finder please return TO Sill
Prince street and receive reward. noyo 81
\ OST.-On north Henry street, on Satur-
IL day, by a member of the Girls Friendly,
n piece Of FANCY WORK. The finder will
please return to this Office. IL
r CSr.-On King street between Fayctte
l. and Alfred, a P0CKETBOOK, coDtd =
ing $3.50 and some receipts. Finder please
Leave at Hotel Ramer and receive reward.
Osr.-Y.sterds 81 afternoon between Golf
l. Climb House and Duke and south Wash.
in0,on streets. via King. WATCH CHARM
rith black and white stone with thistle cut
;ntselio- Suitable reward for its return to
6i7 south Washington street. now st
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
CORPORATION COURT.
[Lndpe L. o. BarleY presiding.

IVUUb' II O' NJ T o
John T. Nails VS.. R. A. Hoydershell
@: ale. ctanceryS decree col frming sale
to Charles T. Marin of house and lot
No. Ill south Alfred street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
A Criminal Attack

on an inoffensiye citizen is frequently made
in that apparently useless little tube called the
Appendix" IT'S generally the result Of pro-
tracted constipation, following. liver torpor.
DIR. Kings New Life Pills regulate the liver,
prevent appendicitis, and establish regular
habits of the bowels. 25c at all drug stores.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
PROPOSALS.


Proposals. FOR RoADwAY.-Ofice OF the
Onartermaster. Fort Myer, Va. November 4,
1907. Sealed proposals in triplicate, for con-
st,nction Of roadway leading TO Qdarterms5-
ter's shop. will be received at this Office until
II a. M. November %, 1907, aud the1 open
ed. Prospective bidders are invited to in
spect work before bidding. The government
reserves the right TO reject Or accept any or
all bids or any part thereof. information en- IN
shonld he Endorsed Proposals fss cs1struc-
item OF roadway" and addressed to Captain
BIB. HYER, Cons ructing Qlartermaster.
nov4 5.6.7.2t %
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04

The Hess Shoe for men. Marshalls
422 King street. oc21 If
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-11-04
Local Matters.
Sun and Tide Table.

Sun rises tomorrow at 6:2S 3. m. and sets
st 4:59 p. no. High water at b:3Sa. IN. and
6:52 D. N.