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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
DISORDER ON A TRAIN.

Atsla'e hour lsst night a number OF
young men from Washington who had
ATTENDED an entertainment 10 this city
boardt an electric train for the purpose
of returning to their homes. As soon
as they took seats in the cars they be-
came disOrderIy, and gave no heed to
Conductor Crockett, who attempted to
quiet them. The conductor summoned
the police aud pointed out several of the
more loud-mOu;hed Of the gang, and Of
hcers Henderson, Sampson, Garvey and
Bell took il custody four of the young
men. Several, however, succeeded In
leaving the cars and making their ts'
cape. The prisoners upon reaching the
station house gave their names as War
rem Potts, Dudley Stone, Leo Dethierry
aud Ernts. Guy. They each left s.
collateral for their appearance this morn
ing, but none of the party could be
found when the case was called In the
Police Court.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
TO EXAMINE BUILDINGS.

There WAS a meeting of the Board OF
Fire Wardens last night. The meet
ing was attended by Mayor Pat and
Mr.. George w. Pettey, Chief Engineer
of the Fire Department. The object
of the meeting was to take immediate
action in the inspection of all buildings
10 this city where people congregate In
numbers
Mayor Paf had prepared resolution
empowering the Chief Engineer in con-
junction with the police department TO
inspect churches, buildings in which
performance or moving picture exhibit
lions are given, and all other structures
where public a,semblages take place,
and see that proper safeguards against
FIRE are installed, as well as easy exit.
The resolution of the Mayor Was
adopted, and it's objects will be carried
out at once. A report is to be made
during the next ten days.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
SCHOOL BOARD.

At the menthly meeting Of the City
School Board held last night there were
present. Captain Herbert Bryant, chair
InsD, and Messrs. Thompson, Staoler,
Ramsay, Bradshaw, Thomson, Boothe,
Smoot. Carter, DR.. Smith and the Super
intendeDt.
Mr. Carter, from the committee on
schoolhouses and furniture, reported that
he and Mr.. Yates had recently gone over
the school buildings and made an esti-
mate of the cost of needed repairs; the
buildings we're in fairly good condition
though some repairs we're needed; the
report of the estimated cost would be
handed in later; he suggested that the
fire escapes be Inspected.
Dr.. ! NTH stated that the escapes had
been inspected and were found to be 10
fairly good order and that they could be
put in perfect repair at q small cost.
He moved that the committee on school
houses and furniture have the escapes
put in perfect order and his motion Was
carried.
One bill for supplies was ordered to
be paid aud one for repairs was referred
20 the finance COMMITTEES.
The Superintendent presented COM
munication from Miss Grigg, principal
of Lee school, stating that some OF the
pupils wanted to be taught painting.
The matter was referred 10 the commit
tee on studies and discipline.
Toe Superintendent also reported that
he had visited the schools during the
past month; there had been some little
sickness among the teachers, but that
only one school had been closed aud that
on account of death 10 the family OF one
of the teachers.
He also stated that the State Board OF
Examiners had ordered conference for
this district to meet in Culpeper on
March IS, 10 and 20, and that ne had
been invited to be present and to bring
rs many of the teachers with him sA
could come. No action was taken.
IL having been stated that the City
Council had appropriated the 81, 500
recently asked by the board, the clerk
was directed to draw warrants In favor
of the four teachers who were entitled to
an increase of So per month In their
pay.
A petition from four other teachers
asking an increase of pay was referred
20 the finance committee.
The board then sdj burned.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
MORE MACHINERY.

The Bliss Silk Throwing Company
has received another carload Of mschin-
cry which will be installed at once in
the factory on the west side OF pitt
street, between Wilkes and Gibbon. This
company is now employing about sixty
persona, and when the additional ma
cbiuery shall have been put In operation
the force will be increased to one hundred.
The fact that the Bliss OOmpany is In.
creasing its facilities at time when
depression In manufacturing exists In
other places is gratifying. Should the
plant continue to thrive 1t Is said the
company will continue to install ma
chinery until it will be necessary to
employ from three TO four hundred per-
R0Dg
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
-AITXANpRIA GAzETTE AND VIRGINIA ADVERTISER.
RIRraDAY ASSOCIATION.

The George Washington Birthday AS
sociatlon at the meeting last night at
the rooms of the Chamber of Commerce,
finally settled the sfRairs 10 connection
with he celebration of The 22i of Feb
rusry. Treasurer William h Mays re-
Fort showed that every bill contracted
had b, en- paid. The total receipts had
been 81, 6S3.
Letters expressing appreciation OF the
hospitable manner In which they were
entertained during the day of the parade
were read from Commissioner Macfar-
land, Capt. Oyster. and Others of WSsh-
ington. A letter from Senator John W..
Daniel expressing his inability to be In
Alexandria on that occasion was also
read,
Treasurer May was commended Tor
the able manner in which he managed
the finances of the affair. A rising vote
OF thanks was extended President j. Y.
Williams for the successful manner 10
which the parade passed Oh. Presldent
Williams made suitable response.
The annual election Of officers WAS
postponed. subject to call of the chair.
A letter IVES received from the mana
ger of a Washington paper expressing
regret that 40 article in which an AT
tempt was made to ridicule the celebrs-
ton of Washing,on's birthday Ia tbs
citv had found It's way into the columns
Of that paper. The writer further stated
chat any article in which untruths,
gross exaggerations and offensive ridicule
ire combined should have been printed
10 the paper is in itself objectionable"
In concluding he says:
81 may add that We feel that 1t is only
! mark of respect that we shall make
,ure that the man who wrote this par
ocular article shall at no future time be
entrusted with the writing of any matter
to Alexandria or her people"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
CHARGED WITH SEDUCTION.

A soldier was arraigned in the Police
Court this morning charged with i'm
proper relations With young woman of
this city on promise of marriage. The
complainant made her statement to the
court, after which the accused wss ask
ed If ne desired TO say anything in an
swer 10 the charge. The soldier said he
had no defense to make, but intended to
marry the young woman on the first of
the month. He subsequently announced
his willingness TO have the ceremony
performed forthwith. Justice Cation or
dered that the msn be held, and should
he fail to marry the prosecutrix he would
be sent on to the grand jury. Later
the soldier, accompanied by officers,
proceeded to the psrs0nasge OF the M
p. Church, where he met the young
woman and the couple we're married by
Rev. G. [. Humphreys.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
POLICE COURT.

GJustlce Fl. B. Cation presiding
The following cases were disposed Of
this morning:
A soldier, charged with seduction, was
held, he having promised to marry the
young woman who preferred the charge.
Warren Potts, Dudley Stone. Leo
Dethierry and Ernest Guy, charged
with disorderly conduct on an electric
train, forfeited 30 each by falling to sp-
pear.
Vernard Buschsr and Eugene Sebas-
tian, charged with conducting business
0ithout license we're dismissed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
KILLED BY A TRAIN.

A south bound Chesapeake and Ohio
passenger train which passed this city at
4:S0 yesterday afternoon struck q COL
ored man named Peter Wood at Four
teenth street and Maryland avenue,
Washington. Wood was instantly killed.
He was 66 years old. Wood was picking
up coal along the elevated tracks. He
had walked from Seventh street south
west, and was just about to leave the
traeks to cross the foot Of the bridge
when the train struck him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE.

The democratic committee OF the
Eighth congressional district has been
called to meet at Manassas, on March
9Th. 10 arrange the time and method Of
holding q democratic primary for the
selection of a nominee for Congress.
The committee is composed of George s.
shsckelford, chairman; Granville Gaines,
Thos. H. Lion, Raleigh 7. Green and
q l. Ro0shp
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
BASKETBALL.

The Alexandria Athletic Association
basketball team defeated the Shsmsocks,
of Washington, last night in one of the
fastest and most exciting games of the
season by sccre of 8 to 6. The Alex
andria team will play Battery ID at Fort
Myer tonight,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
CHICKENS STOLEN,

Thieves last night invaded the prem
ises Of Rev. Alexander Truatt, on the
south side Of Princess street, between
Washington and Columbus, and, after
wringing the heads from them, carried
of nine Plymouth Rock and black Mi
nnrca chickena.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
DRY GOODS.
Woodward L LOthrOp
10th. lIth. P& @ SITS. n. W.
WASHINGTON. o. C
Boys Winter
Clothing.
At Clearance Prices.

We offer the entire balance Of our WIN
Ter stock of Boys CloIhing at halfsnd les'
tn an half pric. for final clearance. suits
tn At can be worn now and up until late
spring.
Youths Long Trousers Suits, Of vsri-
Gus all-wOOl materials; sizes 10 to Il
years, or 81 10 81 chest measure.
SO. so each. Were $3.50, 800 90, and
$22. so.
Bows All-wooI Suits, knicke,b ecker
style; sizes 9 to 10.
S. each. Were $40, $ll, and sl2.
Boys Suits of Fancy Mixturts, with
either straight or knickerbocker trout
ers; sizss s to Is.
1926 each. Were So, &c, end $3.50.
Boys Long Overcoats, in blacks ard
grays; sizes 10 TO IL.
IS each. Were IS. 30, $40, and $3.50.
BOYS Fine Refers, in Chinchills,
Gray, and Navy Blue Cheviot; sizea "a
to 10.
IS each. Were $3.50, $40, and eli.
Boys Refers, in several styles; sizes
2! to IL. -
1896 each. Were So, Sc, and &c. 30.
Boys Sweaters, button down-the-frons
styles; good colors.
SOC each. Were $1.00.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
DIED IN A HOSPITAL.

Mr.. Garbott Pullman, resident OF
THE city, died in the George Washing
ton Hospital, Washington, yesterday
morning. The deceased leaves widow
and five children.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
CLAIMS in al styles At Rammel Gaze.

All want the best. The Hess. Walk
Over, Red Gross, and Queen Quail y
Shoes are to be had st j. A. Marshall
4 Bros, 422 King street. NOVEL II
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
DIED.

At the George Washington Hosp ltai IN
washington, March 5. 1908, GA kBO'
PULLMAN, aged 50 years. Funeral from his
late residence, 4O3 south Washington street,
Sunday afternoon, at 800 O'clock 6ain'
more and Philadelphia papers please copy.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06

Mr.. John, Riba, of vining,. Ia, says;
have been selling DeWitt's Kidney and biaa
der Pills for about year and they give Del
ter satisfaction than any pill ever SOLO: i
have used them myself with fine results.
Sold by W. +. Creighton a. Co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
PERSONAL.

Mrs. James N. Love, who has re-
Gently returned from the Philippines, is
visiting her mother, Mrs. W. B. Dain-
gerfeld.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
LOCAL BREVITIEs.

John Gilroy, a youth who disappeared
from his home, in West End, lev days
ago, has returned.
The Fire Wardens, Chief of Fire De-
partment and Chief of Police we're ont
today inspecting fire escapes, etc.
Mr.. Peter Harrington's new livery
stable on St. Assph street, between
King and Cameron, was topped OF yes
to-day.
A box of club sandwiches sent to this
offic today from the Fairfax Cafe we're
delicious, aud shows that the chef there
knows his business.
A light rain began 10 fall early last
night and continued at intervals dur
ing the day. The wind has been from
the northeast aud the temperature raw.
Maria Thompson, colored, aged 60
years, died at her home, 2O9 north
Henry street, yesterday. Her remains
we're forwarded to Cumberland county,
where they will bs inferred.
The Chesapeake and Ohio canal,
which has been closed for the winter
months, will open for the seasons trafic
in few days. During the past three
months a number of improvements have
been made to the canal bed.
New Beets, New Cabbage. String Beans
CymliDgs. Csuliaower, Rhubarb. Egg
Plants. Florida Tomatoes, Radishes, Lettuce,
Celery and ether seasonsble vegetables at
Geo. X. Bender's, City Market. Bell
phone 1865.
IL you can't come to market just call me up
on the phone and / will gladly send you
anything you want. l can't tell you the
number, because don't know 1t myself-yet.
Sylvan Blondheim, 1.-THE Auth Stand" City
| Market.
Fried CLANS SOC dozen. Vegetable soup
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday; clam soup
Monday, Wednesday and Friday. c. h.
Zimmerman, Market Space. marc II
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
Woodward { LOthrOp.
Little Neck CLANS at Rammel Cafe.

Broken lots of Ladies' Fine Shoes at
about half price. ]. A. Marshall & Bro.
422 King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06

Money can be saved by buying your
Shoes at MarshAlPs, 422 King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
Weather PrObablIltles.

For this section cloudy and warmer 10
night; fair tomorrow.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06

Success Magazine for Mar ch has been
received from its publishers In New
York and is one Of the most attractive
issues of the month. "The American
Girl" illustrated by the prominent art
lists of the day. is The leading article.
In "Drugging Race the revelation
of the opium crime in China Is con-
tinued. The life story o: Thomas W.
Lawson is concluded, and Edwin Mark
hams Eyrie, "Going to the Theater By
Proxy" and "The Scramble for the
Spotlight" are articles Of more than
usual interest. The 6c'ion Is good and
a number Of excellent home departments
give entertainment and instruction.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06

NOTICE is to give notice that / will
~ not be responsible for any debts con-
trae:ed by any Of my crew while at this port.
j. II. BJOKMAN,
mars q Master Bark Asia.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
We Enlarge Pictures

And sell Rugs, Clocks and Table Covers on
easy payments.
III. Il. WEBB, 1876 south Fairfax street.
mare 3fH
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
WANTED.

XXyAETED.-To buy for cash HOUSE 10
w good location. d. j. B., care OF Ga
z.tte Ofict. MARI 80
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
peyilel Crabs at Rammel Cafe.

Some broken sizes in Hess shoes %
and Sc grades, $3.50 get them, II you
are quick. Marshall. 422 King street
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06

Oysters in An styles al Rsmmel Cafe.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06

A good thing to use after waahing your
hair-NICKLIN'S HAIR TONIC, 70 cent?
Manufactured by o,,a
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06
Local Matters.
Sun and Tide Table.

Sun rises tomorrow at 6:24 and sets o:os'
High water at II :33 q. 10. and 1859 pm.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06

Hard Shell Crabs at Rammel Cafe.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-03-06

Get yoarself box Of QuybCn quick and
give that old enemy, La Grippe, 9 knockout
blow. 10c and 25e boxes at
E-s. LEADREATER A a0Ns.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1908-06-27
MEXICAN REBELS
BEATEN BY SMALL
GARRISON
FORCE OF SEVERAL HUNDRED
REvoLuTIoNIsTs DRIVEN OFF,
FOLLOWING ATTACk-ABoUT so
KILLED ON EACH SIDE.

DEL RIO. Tex, June 27.--The town
Of Las vacas, on the banks OF the
Rio Grande opposite Del Rio. was
raided yesterday by several hundred
Mexican revolutionists.
The small garrison of federal troops
at Las Vacas was prepared for the
raid and offered strong resistance,
aided by citizens of the town.
The attacking party were well
mounted and armed. Their principal
point of attack was the custom
house. The firing on both sides was
brisk for more than an hour and re-
suited In the revolutionists being re-
pulsed.
Pursued From Town. q
They were pursued to the outskirts
of the town, where they broke into
small bands and fed. II is reported
that many OF them have sought ref
uge on this side OF the border. The
number OF casualties are not yet
known. Mexican reinforcements are
being rushed to the scene.
1t Is so miles from Las Vacas 10
the nearest Mexican railroad poinr.
Las Vacas is situated 160 miles north
of Viesca, which was Captured yes
terday by the revolutionists.
Later information says that about
5000 shots were exchanged. The Of.
ficers quarters were burned and be-
tween 40 and so killed on both sides.
The troop commandment was badly
wounded Another outbreak Is ex'
pected. as the, revolutionists have
we'll armed cavalry.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1908-06-27
INCORRIGIBLE BOY GOES
TOT INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL

Harry Couture. aged IA, OF Ham
tramck. who has given the Juvenile
court officers a great deal OF trouble.
was again In court Friday afternoon
charged with the theft OF FIVE pigeons.
Harry readily admitted his guilt, and
also acknowledged that the tools
found by the officers when looking
for the pigeons. had been stolen by
him. The shoes he wore In court
were purchased with money he re-
ceived for stolen bicycle. Harry's
excuse was that he has to steal to
get enough to eat. as his father would
not provide for him. He will be sent
10 the industrial home.
A girl OF Ia made serious charges
against an employe OF one or the
largest furniture houses I'm the city.
She named four other girls who visit.
ed the same man. A warrant for the
man will likely be issued, and the
girls will be used as witnesses.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1908-06-27
DID w. L. OLSON LEAD
A DOUBLE LIFE3

PORT HURON, Mich, June 81
That w. L. Wilson, convicted as an
embezzler from the United Home
Protectors fraternity. has two liv.
ing wives ana that he has kept the
matter an avowed secret since his
wedding day, Is the firrR belief OF the
officers of this county as they assert
that they have in their possession
written evidence Of the fact. An in
vestigation is being made.
In the early part of May letter
came to the jail addressed to wv. l..
WILSON," from the southern part OF
the state and when the officials open
ed II they were surprised to find the
heading Willie, my dear husband"
II was signed, Your loving wife. Cora
Wilson"
In the letter the writer expresses
her great sorrow at hearing OF his ar
rest and promises to come to his aid
as soon as possible. The phrase God
bless you, my dear husband" Is used
In the letter.
The wife Of w l.. Wilson, living In
Port Huron, is named Mrs. Jennie b.
Wilson.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1908-06-27
Around the State
Ia a Hurry

North Adams-Supposing the noise
OF the explosion at an early hour was
a premature celebration OF the Fourth
the good people of this town woke up
to find that the postoff1ce safe had
been cracked by burglars and about
5000 worth of stamps stolen.
Lenox-The Wells tavern at Mem
phis was totally destroyed by fire.
The building had just been completed
last week. The heavy plate glass in
streeter & Co.'s department store was
cracked by the intense heat and the
residences of Mrs. O. Granger. George
Bartlett, DR.. Waters and Otto Kress
were slightly damaged. The loss is
estimated at $4,000. partly covered
by Insurance.
Grand Rapids-John Goodman. a
Pere Marquette car repairer. swallow
ed carbolic acid. He was AZ years
old and OF morose disposition. al
though It is said there was no famikD
or domestic trouble to prompt suicide.
Ann Arbor-Mrs. L. @. Chamber.
lain. OF Detroit, one Of the ID. u. r.
wreck victims at Dentons, April 2s.
last, and who has since been in the
Homeopathic hospital, Is SO far re-
covered that she willssoon be remov.
ed to her home.
Grand Rapids--rhe Kent County
Savings bank has just declared its
regular quarterly dividend of per
cent, special dividend OF 10 per cent
and dividend OF per cent on clerks
salary for the halfyear ending uJne
80. The regular and special dividends
are equivalent to 81 per cent yearly.
Elsie--After cleaning his gun with
gasoline. Hugh Loynes, rs, lighted a
match and held IL at the muzzle to
dry out the barrels and then blow Into
the gun TO remove the smoke. An
explosion followed. Loynes will have
difficulty I'm talking and eating for
some time. His tongue, palate and
roof of his mouth were severely burn
ed.
South Haven-The receivers for
the Dunkley Canning Co. have been
authorized by the court to borrow on
receivers certificates not TO exceed
$4,000 for the purpose OF continuing
the business during the canning sea-
son. The petition asking for the re-
ceivers was signed by 10 creditors,
mostly farmers, and the total indebt-
edness is placed at s250.000.
Holisnd--Western Michisan fruit
growers are realizing unusually heavy
returns from the largest and finest
crop OF strawberries marketed I'm re.
cent years. Heavy shipments are
daily made by boat TO Chicago. The
bannershipment OF the season was a
consignment OF 5000 crates on the
steamer Puritan.
Arm Arbor--Hram s. Cody, 90 lit.
whose home is in Chicago. and Chaun-
cey Boucher. OF the same class. from
Marion, Ind. have gone 10 Quebec
Monday they will sail for Europe and
during the summer they VIII tour
france, Germany. England and Scot
land on wheels.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1908-06-27
JUDGE J. ]. M'LAUGHLIN
SUDDENLY PASSES AWAY

ELK RAPIDS. Mich, June 81
Judge James ]. Mclaughlin. OF this
village, died very suddenly yesterday.
He arose feeling we'll. but shortly az
tef breakfast he was taken with a
severe pain In the region OF the heart.
A physician was called who admins
tered hypodermic and he rallied
somewhat and his pulse grew strong
er. Suddenly he collapsed and be.
fore his daughter could summon aid
by telephone he was dead.
Judge Mclaughlin was one OF the
best known jurists In the Grand Trav-
erse region and claimed to have re-
sided continuously longer In the Grand
Traverse county than any other liv-
ing white man. He was a native of
the state OF New York. and at the
time of his death was in hrs seventh
fifth year.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1908-06-27
kSultan- Confers Honor
Upon Mrs. Roosevelt
and Her Daughter

WASHINGTON, June 27.--Mrs.
Theodore Roosevelt may now sport the
Order OF the Chefakat.
No foolin'.
1t has nothing whatever to do with
a feline show.
It's an honor conferred upon the
FIRST lady Of the land" by no less
parsonage than the sultan OF Turkey
himself.
Miss Roosevelt also gets Chefakat
trophy.
But that doesn't necessarily meaH
the sultan has any designs on her for
his harem. Far be II from 80.
Anyhow, it's cheering news that hAs
come from Constantinople.
'Tisn't everybody can have Che
fakat.