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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
After the Ark Again.

Mayor PA mas received a letter from
Oswald T.lghman, Secretary OF state OF
Maryland, in reply to letter his honor
recently sent to Governor Wsrfield direct
Ing attention to the existence OF an al
leged gambling ark on the Potomac,
near this city, but within the jorisdlc-
ton of Prince Georges county, Md. The
Mayor wss informed that the Governor
had referred the matter to the sheriff OF
Prince Georges county, and that proper
steps would be taken ito break up the
gambling deD." The crowds are trans
ported on the tug boat Bartholdi. which
lies at a wharf at the foot Of King street
all day on Sundays. The patrons OF the
ark are mostly W shingIoniaDs. Com
monweslth's Attorney Brent, OF this
CITY, has always maintained that the au-
ihorities OF this city have jurisdiction
over the ark, and could raid 1t at any
time, but others hold an opposite opinion
saving that the ark Ia in Maryland
waters over which Virginia has no con-
fFol
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
LOCAL BREVITKS.

There was a strong current in the
river this morning.
The tuoboat Peerless sailed from BalIi-
more Yesterday with the barges Mary
land for Alexandria, and the MSjeatic,
for Washington.
MIRA Lucy Coons died at her home in
Warrenton, on Friday. April 9th, at an
advanced age. She WAS the wido" Oh
the late Robert Coons.
The Jury in the case of John Walker,
colored. charged with criminal assault
ON Mrs. II. NJ Painter, Of 5taunton,
couldn't agree and was dismissed.
Alta meeting of Fitzgerald Council,
Knights of Columbus, held last night in
st. Mary's Hall, number OF candidates
we're initiated and routine business trans
acted.
Thieves invaded the premises OF MIR.
Charles Glover, on south Washington
street, last night and stole number Of
chickens. Raids on chicken roosts nave
been common In that vicinity recently
Isaac @. Slater, prominent broker o.
Washington, died at his country home
Pomona, near Lovettsville, Tuesday,
from heart disease. He was TO year.
Id. MFR. slater wss native OF Lou
doun county.
A very pretty marriage ceremony waI
performed in the Episcopal Cburcn q
Manassas last night, when Miss Llzz''
J. Larkin became the wife OF o. Nj. Lar
kin. Both are of Manassas. Only
few of th.ir friends and relatives Wer'
invited to witness the ceremony.
| Mira. Louisa Keen has sold to Mrs. Sophi
| Melchoii her interest in lot on thtWest SD
of lee str Ell, between Prince and hing' AM
| has not sold her house, as stat d.
| Arr walls az F;shtown continue TO be meagr'
and prices for all varieties Of fish are un
changed.
Select Lynnhqven Hard Crabs at Oper
| House Cafe today. Acc per dozen.
| u-sters fined, stewed or INV. FRIED clamh
/ Dining ,oom open on Sunday during oysts
season. Clau: Soup three times week: oe y
] n Zimmerman Market Space. feD zo'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
Fined Five Dollars Each.

ln,idersole excitement wa caused
on Fairfax street, between Queen ana
Princess streets, between IL and
O'Clock last night by the frannc screams
of colored woman named l. z2ie DAVIS
and the blowing of police whistles. Oi'
ficers Bell and Henderson fastened 10
the sceue and fund that the trouble
was caused by fight between two ne
aroes named Eiward and Robert Bryant,
who have often been patrons OF the Po-
lice Court, aud that the scrap had alarm
ed the mother to such an extent that she
had strained her lungs to their utmost
capacity. Daring the fight coffee pots
we're upset, crockery demolished ana
other dan GO caused TO the contents OF
the room. The ,mbattants were brought
before Justice Cation in the Police Y nf
this morning and fined SIS each I'M
was the ooIy case before the court Thu
morning.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
An Octogenarian.

Foru or Chief OF Police James r.
Webster 10 30 years old today, aud ne
has been receiving The congratulations
Of his 10 4uy friends and acquslntances',
He WAS born in the western section OF
this civ, aud he has, with one or Two
slisht in,ermissions since resided ID
Alexandra. he has been member OF
the police force since 1865, and held the
nosition of Chief, which OfRce he faith
folly filed tor about 50 years. A short
time ago the Board of Police COmmis-
siouers, after passing resolution n ap-
probation OF his past services, con clnded
that young man was more htted Tor
the position OF chief, but retained him 10
the service. He now acts IS CLERK OF
the Pclice Court, calling the cases on
the docket and performing other once
service. The venerable ex-chief, who
has passed through many thrilling
scenes in the service OF the city during
past years, is possessed Of q retentive
memory. and his stock Of "reminiscences
ss 10 erestiug to ol aud young alike.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
DRY GOODS
Woodward & LOthrOp,
WASHINGTON. D. c.
Dainty French Lingerie
At Special Prices.

The present collection Of French Handmade
Uudersa rnents and Negusess. selected few
weeks siuee by Nrs. Evans, while sofOad. IS
the most impressive we hsvs yet shown. Inc
garments are dainty. pretty, fine, beautiful,
aud appeal to women who prefer this Glass OF
imported wsarables.
We offer LOT of Handmade French'un'
dergarments, consisting Of drswers,p etticcass.
gowns, and corset covers. at especially 10"
prices, a. follows;
Handmade Drawers. Of ine nsinsook'
trimmed with vide rphae. flushed with
fealherssitching and seallop edge.
sl.75 pair. Value. $3.50.
Handmade Gowns. Of percsle. tandem
broIdered, high neck. Long sleeves. Very
dainty
$3.50 each. Value, Si.25.
Handmade Gowns, Of fne nsinsook square
neck, trimmed with lace. Pretty designs.
Sc. 80 and $3.50 each. vGus, $3.50 and $3.50
Hsud.mads Chemises, Of 6ne rainsook,
trimmed with lace and handwOfk. Several
styles
50 and 1850 each. Value. 81 and $40.
Handmade Pestie0ats. Of fne nsineoOk
trimmed with lsce. a vary special Valre.
$3.50 each. Value. $3.50.
Handmade Gowns. Of ane nainsook. round
yoke. elbow sleeves. A very popular style
$3.50 each. Value. sl0.so.
rrktxd foor-1tfh at
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
Cameron Club.

1t was announced aboet week ago
that Miss Richards would give her illus
trated lecture at Oh ist Church Parish
Hall, on Friday evening at 8 O'CLOCK
April II. The subject is DsvidSPeil,
he Old Trstimeut story of King David.
1t is played only at Qberammergau
and given but once in every thirty
years and is regarded by all who have
seen it as extremely fine. Those who
chose can avail themselves of this oppor-
unity of seeing it reproduced in GU,
midst, by aid of The stereoptcon and
Mss Richards graphic word painting
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
Sunday School Officers.

The II GUAR yearly business meeting
of the teachers and officers of the Meth
odist Protestant Sunday School was held
last night 10 the lecture room OF the
church when the following officers were
elected for the ensuing year: Superln-
tentent, ]. Il. Trimyer; assistants Root.
n. Bartlett and Chas. Kell; treasurer
Mlss Mary Goods; secretary, Warner
Fol,z; assistant secretary, Ohas. Jeiti
pian It. Miss E'hel Mcdonald; assist
ant pianist, Miss Addie Lindsay super
iutendeut primary department, MIS-
Jennie Roxbury.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
Accidentally Shot.

A youth named William Grainey,
living at the corner of Wilkes and Pitt
streets. was accidentally shot In the
right ankle last night. The boy was
takinV certain articles froln a trunk
when the pistol was pulled out and
fell upon the floor. The weapon, which
was of .SS calibre, was discharged by
the conclusion, with the result given
above. Young Grainey was taken 10
the Alexandra Hospital and later Dr.
Delaney extracted the bullet, sitter which
the youth was taken to his home. His
wound is not dangerous.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
Will See Midgets.

AS heretofore stated, George Midgets'
colored. recently convicted 10 this city
of the murder Of G. T. Smith and SEN
tonced to be hanged on May 24'h, soon
after being removed to fredericksburg,
where he is nov confined in Jail, wrote
to Mayor Paff expressing a desire TO see
him iu order that he might speak con-
corning a number Of thingsin counec,
ton With the case. The Mayor will
probably 60 to Fredericksburg in th t,tt
next few days on business when be Will
see Midgets and listen to what he has t
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
Change in Business.

IA will be- seen by notice elsewhere,
Mr.. John w. Entwisle, who has con-
Quoted a drug store at 1920 King street
for some years past, has sold his bust
mesa TO MIR. II. D. Ashton, who has
been 10 chsrye OF h retail department
Of the drug h ,use of E. 8 Leadbea'er &
Sons number OF years and who will con-
Iinue the business under the name OF the
Ashton Pharmacy Company MIR, En-
twrale will remain in Alexandra and
will engage in the manufacture OF sew
ersl proprietary articles.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
Young Man Assaulted.

A "hostIer" at the Southern ksll"sy
depot assaulted 3 yonng msh' also 81
employee OF the company, on " cane
day. knocking him down and kicking
him. The latters injuries were so serious
that a physician vas called TO his a'o'
The sssailant had become incenssd 81
the young man for the part he had taken
shile setting as medium between one
Of the railway officials and the "hoslier'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
Long Voyage.

The schooner Merrill @. Hart, from
Stockton Springs, Maine, with a cargo
of potatoes for Mr.. J. II. Chilly, has
arrived and IS now o-iUg unlosded at
the wharf Of the Mutusl Ice Company,
foot of Cameron street. The schooner
sailed from Stockton Springs February
% last A day or two afterwards sne
vas reported at ROckport, and then sil
tYsce of Der was lost until she vas re,
ported IS having arrived at and sailed
from Vineyard Haven. The average
length of voyage from the Maine COAST
10 Alerandria is ordinarilyten days.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
Council of Jewish Women.

A, tue recent mun,nly social session
Of the Council of Jewish Women al 'he
synagogue, on north Washington street,
Rabbi Stern, of Washington, gave Il
verv apu,opriate lecture on the biole'
folio Slng which a highly enjoyable mn'
sical programme was rendered. LUG
annual election of officers for the en-
suing year was held on he - instant as
foIlnws: Mrs. n. Wollberg, president
Mrs. NJ. Pretzielder, vice president
Miss ]. Blopdheim, secretary; Mrs. H.
Rlumenfeld, treasurer.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
tn Break 10 Corner Loafing.

In cuno,qGeoce OF The chrome COM
plants FROM reslden's Of south fsiriaA
stres, Of the annoyance occasioned by
dali, and nightly gatherings Of young
men sod boys at certain intersections
notably Fairfax aud WILKES streets
Chiet Goods, of the police force, has in
etructed the officers 90 duty IN the first
ward, as well as those living therein, to
see ,ha, % such gatherings take place
In fnure. Warrants have been issued
Sor The srrest of certain young men SAID
70 be tx ng Bees in that neighoornoou'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
Ties Fall Upon Colored Men.

A report was circulated IN this city
todav 10 the effect that an accident had
occurred In the Potomac yards north oil
this eity and thst seyeral men had been
more or less injured. II was later learn
ed that the report originated from rall-
road lie, falling on SONS colored men
who were unloading them from car
Theo all e,caped serious injury.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
Returned 20 Reform School.

J,qn Henry Smith, colored, president
and ex oficio superintendent OF the
H. Nsaro Retoruatory Association in Hau-
over C, unity, eighteen miles west 0,
R,cbmond, Eas in the city today, and
80 ha ISft he took with him colo red
Sov named George johnson, who was
D recsntIv arrested for escaping from the
reform school. Smith says 'nSt iI pDo',
ton ia nov full. During the Iate Efes -
dent Hayes administration smith was
n . Minisier 10 Liberis.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
The School Exhibit.

As heretofore stated The City School
Board recently appointed Mr.. Q Il.
Yates to look after the school exhibit to
be sent TO the Jsmesiown Exposition
from Alexandria. Mr.. Yates has since
been in correspondence with Mr. w.
A. Jeukiup, Superintendent Of the Vir'
giula Educational Exhibits who has adj
Sjssd bin 10 ship the Alexandra exhibit
on the ooh iustsnt and come himself on
the 25th and saying that lie will be glad
N assist him 10 every way possible.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
udinQ Association Officers.

The anoual meeting OF the s'ock,
o, the Alexandria Perpetual
ug Fund Association, held Tues
,sht, the following officers I were
for the ensuing year: zorA Hll,
,ot: Justus schneider, secretary
easuter; w. P. Graves, Henry
Leopnld Ruben, G. w. Howell,
der Kaufman, directors; Lewis
Bel, William +. Latham and r.
aam, trustees.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11

For catarrh, let me send you free lu sar 70
prove Tsfl RS;smedy. 1t is snow white.
CsSTrspb healing antiseptC balm that gives ives
iSssHh' Make the free test and zee Addr rs
Dr.. shoop, Racine, Wis. Large 9Af ss ~
Soid h. q s, Leadbeater q sons S'sss'''''
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
Death of Mrs. Carroll.

cora Carroll wife OF Dir. William
and daughter Of Mr. J. I.
died 10 a hospital 10 Washing.
ight. Beside her husband, the
leaves two sons. Mrs. Carroll
i've of this city. Her remains
sught here for lnterment.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
Hard Times In Kansas.

The old days Of grssshoppers and drouth
are almost forgotten in the prosperous Kan
sas of today; although a citizen OF CopsiI;
Earl Shsmburg. has not yet iorgoIten haru
time he encountered. be says: was "oIa
ont ana discouraged BY coughing night end
Sav and could fnA no relief till | tried Dr.
Kings New Dis oyery. Ii took less than one
bottle To completely cure me " The safest
and most reliable cough and cold cure and
Ing and throat healer ever discoyere :.
Guaranteed at F.. 6. Lsadbes ter 4 Sons drug
store. soc and $1.00. Trial bottle free.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
Reception to Pastor.

The memorrs OF the congregation oil
the Methods. Protestant Episcopal
Cnprch are making preparations 10 re-
cs,Ve their new pastor, Rev. u. l.
Hnmuhries. Who has betn appointed to
succeed Rev. J. II. s. Ewell.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
ther Probabilities.

or this section fair and slightly warmer
tonight and Friday: diminishing northwest
erlY winds,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
The Ashton Pharmacy,
1920 KING STREET,
Alexandria, Virginia.

Having become the manager OF the business
heretofore conducted ST 1920 King street,
Alexandria. Va, under the name Of En-
twisle's Modern Pharmacy" | have taken
the management Of said drug business, which
III the future will be conducted under the
name of "The Ashton Pharmacy"
I have an experience Of 2S years in the
drug business aud mean TO make this new
enterprise an up.tO.date and excellent phar'
macy.
A specia ty of fitting trusses and supporters
and adjusting orutchcs will be made by me,
I having been in that pariicula' line for seven
wears with Messrs r. $. Ieadbeater & Sons
I therefore respectfully solicit the public
patronage for this enterprise and particu-
larry that of prescriptions from physicians
Nv personal care will be given to preScrip-
lions TO insure accuracy aud satisfaction.
Respectfully,
III. ID. ASHTON.
CAPITAL City Phone l27. Bell 'Phone Sl6'J.
NIGHT BELL.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
Tomorrow Friday, liz
REMNANT DAY.

The bargains offered at these Friday rem
nant:.Sales consist Of the1short lengths, Odd
and ends, broken lines. incomplete sssoft'
ments-ths left-oyers rom the current weeks
business, together with special lots OF under
priced merchandise.
The former are remnant sccumulasions,
and are offered At prices for quick clearance.
supporting the policy Of the houSe-not 70
allow the remnants Of one week To be carried
into the following week. This keeps stock
fresh and complete. aud makes the remnants
desirable, because they de not have time to
become old or shopworn. The latter are lots
that have either been purchased under price
for the occasion or, bscsuse too large or too
small, or for some other good reason, have
oeen reduced ia prics 10 order to close them
out quickly.
Both Glasses of remnants vii be represent
ed tomorrow, and u you are interested you
can find many opportunities 10 save material
ly on things needed for personal use or the
home.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
Iapanese Silk Waists.

BLACK or white, op.n front, trimmed viii
tucks. short sleeve; o. hers opeu back, ilon-
embroidered and lace trimmed short sleeve
lace cuts; all sises; worth 500. 81. OK
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
FANCY FLORIDA TOMATOES IL lac
POUND

LARGE sacks Table Belle Flour, 3oc; 0ranu'
lated Sugar. Sc lb.; Pot toes SOC bu.i cans
Tomaroes. Csc; 4 cans Corn. 25c; fresh Eggs,
2Oc doz.; large cans Of Asparagus, 26c.
WN Z. WtrnlS q Son
ROYAL and Vol fe streets.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
White Lawn Waists.

Dutch neck, open back; full blouse tge4
ed; short sleeves. heished with i5ce OSC
cuffs: ell sizes; worth goo. Special. , ~
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
LOST.

DEWARD.-l suitable reward will be paid
X for the return Of brown and white
SHEPHERD DOG, answering to the name
of "Reb." W. 4. WILKINSON, fO9 Came
ron street. april 3te
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11

Alexandria, Va, April 10, 1907; -,
cOWPANIONS.-You are hereby notified
- 10 attend a called convocaion Of MT
VERSION r. A. CHAPTER, No. -, 70 be
held EFT the Tabernacle, FRIDAY NIGHT,
April 18th, 1907, at 1850 o'clock.
Work-M. ". and 2. N.
By order Of the Most Excellent High
Priest. K. kEhfEh' secre'ot''
anrf0 a.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
CLANS AND OYSTERS.

Just received lot Of WHITE CLANS, nice
for chouder and soup. OYSTERS always on
40 s,s GEO. W. STEARNS.
EGG for setting from choice BLACK
IL MINORCA CHICKENS 10 for 40
cents. DR.. c. E. OUTCALT, l22 south
washington street. spra lw
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
zeal Matters.
.nA Tida Tabla.

pmorrow at 5:2S a. IN. and sets
High water at 7.37 q. m. ana
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ThOS.LannOn
Grocer and Importer.

VIRGINIA.-In the Clerks Office Of the
V Corporation Court Of the city OF Alexan'
dia. on the 18th day Of April, 1907.
William A. Parker
Ys III nahSei9'
Hattie A. Parker. TT
Memo. The object OF this suiti1 to obtain
an absolute divorc- from the bond Of matrl-
mony for the complainant from the defendant,
and 70 tain such other aud further relief as
10 equity NAV seem right. -.
Il appearing by an affidavit filed in this
cause hat the defendant. Hattie A. rker, Is
= non resident of this State: II is Ordered, That
said defendant appear here within fifteen
DAYS after due publication Of this order, and
do what is necessary to protect her interests rests
In thls suit, aud that a copy Of this order
he forthwith inserted in the Alexandria
Gazette. a newspaper published In the city
Of Alexandra. once week for four success.
u I've CIV wests and posted at the front door Of
| the Court House in this city.
A copy--Teste:
NEWELL S. GREEN Clerk.
Robinson Moncure and f Hill, jr.. p. q.
| apll w4w-th
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
FOR SALE,

Eight and one half acres, with good E room
frame dwelling and outbuildiDgs, near ~
Assph Junction and Potomac laroH '
ticuiarly well suited for suedly, ..e,9 81
building lois. Apply 10 r. +. kNOA, ~
south Royal street. apr ~
Tor sALE.-One CARRIAGE aud So az
silyer-mounted DO u Il l. E-bAhN ESc.
both in good condition. Inquire at me ga
zette Office. app
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11

xxTANTED-25 GOOD DRIVERS for brick
w wagons. Men who will take good care Of
their teams snd make a days work. will DO
paid 81 80 day, with steady employment.
ne ! WA >HlNGTON b aICK CO., Abins-
tom. Alex ndria county, Va. marl2 I'm
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-11
WANTED.

SIX YONG WOMEN and two YOUNG
Me- to prepare themselves for shorthand
nositions in Washington. The Pitmonic
Shorthand Institute Of Alexandria will pre-
pare on and giyr you G standard typewriter
At your own home. Inquire at EDGAR
WARFiE D. JR, DRUG s ORE, corner
King and Pitt streets, Alexandria,
aprl0 3ts ---
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WANTED.

MEN-To distribute samples, tack signs,
IVA 500 weekly. Steai ", no cauyasslng.
0 iVER Monroe Building. Chicago: IL
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CALESMAN.- ubricating Oil and Psint'
- peciAlty. Salary and commission 70 re-
liahl5 men. UNIT d SPEt IALTY MIG.
co Cleveland, Ohio. aprlO 81
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cox a GORDON HAMS. just received
byJ, c. AILBURNs
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OOARDERs WANTED.-Two large.
d double rooms In third story front OF
building. Apply at 6l7 Cameron street
QfH