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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
DEBT COMMISSION TO MEET.

For the purpose OF making plans Tor
the final argument Of the state debt
case before the Supreme Court OF the
United States in January, the Virginia
Debt Commission will meet in Rich
mond at 10 O'Clock on the morning OF
November &c. The members OF the
commission are John B. Moon, chair
man, Charlottesville; Joseph Button
secretary, Appomattox; Henry I.
Wickham, Hanover; Judge William +.
Rhea, Bristol; H. II. Downing, Front
Royal; Representative H. D. Flood,
Appomattox; Randolph Harrison,
Lynchburg, and ]. Thompson Brown
Loyingston.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
CIVIC 1MpRoyEMENr LEAGUE.

Growing interest in the work OF the
Civic Improvement League was cyl
denced by the large attendance at the
public meeting held last night at me
Young Peoples Building. Mr. Taylor
Burke, the president, presided ana III
troduced the speakers. -,
In the absence Of the secretary, Mr..
I Y Williams his report was read by
Mr. Marshall Jones. Attention was
caIlod IN the work OF the league in ar
ranging for the first celebration IN
Alexandra OF a sane Fourth OF July,
which was so successfully managed at
George Washington Park. A most COM
mendable work Of the league, which
was also mentioned, was the excursion
given to raise funds for screens and
other necessary comforts at the aims
house. two hundred dollars bVing
been raised and expended for this pur-
pose.
The stereOpticOn views were explained
by Mr.. BrOckett, who FIRST showed the
many Improvements made in AleXah-
dria during recent years.
A series OF views Of alleys were then
shown where stagnant water, in which
the malaria mosquito breeds, tin cans
and filth OF every kind was in evidence.
These and other pictures were given as
an illustration Of the need for uniyer-
sal and if necessary compulsory sewer
age connection which is now beng ad-
vocated by the city.
The speaker Of the evening, Hon. Z.
G. Carlin, spoke ih his usual happy
and forcible manner. lie paid high
tribute to the members of the league
and complmented them on their prln-
ciple to worl; for the public good and
TO avoid criticism OF the private lndl-
vidual. He especially commended the
league for its effort TO inculcate in chill
dren a desire to beautiiy their homes
The home, said Mr.. Carlin, was The
foundation on which rested the founda-
ton of church and state, if the home
were q failure neither church nor
state could succeed Church and home
are two things for which people have
ever been ready to fight and any organ
ization which fosters feeling IN
the child Of today, but the man Of TO-
morrow. is to be commended.
Mr.. Carlm then awarded the prizes
as follows:
1st, Raymond Barnett, $40; 2nd,
Theron Hayden, -; Bird, Jack Rear
don, $3.50; 4th, Courtney Self, 81 30.
The Downham brothers winners OF the
first prize last year, and Russell Nicklln,
winner Of the second, We're not eligible
for first or second prizes this year. The
Downham brothers were awarded aprize
OF 50. so each for their fine vegetable
garden, they having planted seed and
raised their own tomato plants having
fine crop Of tomatoes, beans and
parsley.
Russell Nicklin was awarded prIz9
Of g. 30 for a well kept yard.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
SCHOOL MONEY.

The city superintendent OF schools
has received notice that the state audi
tor of public accounts on November /,
reported the amount applicable to pub
lie free schoolpurposeS out of the rev
enue assessed for the year. The
amount S1,O27 ,S2s.5G has been ap-
portioned by the state superintendent
at the rate OF S1.672 per capita OF
school population, one half payable
November 10, 1910, and one half on
February 10, l9l1. 1t is the duty ofthc
auditor of public accounts to forward
to the treasurer Of Alexandria, warrants
for the amounts apportioned to this
city, g, 1876 November 10, 1910; the
same amount on February 10, 1911
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
MRS. THAcKER WRITES A BOOK.

The Strength OF the Weak, a" by May
Dixon Thackcr, has just been issued
from the presses Of the Broadway Pub
fishing Company, New York. 1t is
said to be one Of the most striking
books OF recent years. The authoress
is the wife OF Rev. DR.. j. f. Thacker,
who was formerly pastor Of the Second
Presbyterian Church in Alexandria, and
she is a sister Of Thomas Dixon, IT,,
the novelist and playwright. Mrs.
Thacker has drawn intensely human
characters in THE Strength Of the
Weak" and holds the interest OF the
reader straight through.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
FINED TWENTY DOLLARS.

John Trumbull was arrested last
night by Officer Talbot charged with
drunken and disorderly conduct, and
breaking into the house OF Emma r.
Dillon. Trumbull resisted the officer
and he summoned several colered men
who picked him up bodily and convey
ed him to the stasion house. Trum-
bull when brought before the Police
Court this morning said he had been
drinking last night and had no recol-
lection OF the occurrences described by
the officer and Mrs Dillon. He was
fined $50.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
TO ERECT A NEW PLANT.

The Emerson Engine Company Of
this city has perfected plans for the
erection OF a new plant. The new
works will be situated on the site of the
old Pioneer Mills, at the foot Of Duke
street, and will cost $4,000. The
Baltimore Bridge Company has been
awarded the contract for the new
structure. The Emerson Engine Com
pany started business in small way
about two years ago in the old Green
factory building. The annual pay roll
of the company at present amounts TO
500, 900 annually.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
BArHED IN GOLD FISH TANK.

The notorious bacchanalian night
life Of Berlin reached climax Thurs
day night when a we'll known million
aire resident, after getting drunk in a
fashionable cafe, stripped and plunged
into big glass goldfish tank in the
midst OF throng OF society men and
women, who cheered him. Having
drunk heavily as host OF merry party
the millionaire said he felt i'll. he
declared that all be needed to put him
right was cold bath. He staggered
behind screen, disrobed and, hurry
ing through the astonished but laugh
ing crowd, plunged headlong into the
great glass tank, scattering water and
goldfish over the men and women sit
ting near. The attendants fshed the
swimmer out and hustled him behind
the screen. The women, some oil
whose costly evening gowns we're
ruined by the splashing water, strug'
gled for possession OF the fish as memen'
toes.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
FATAL ACCIDENT TO A BOY.

Gilbert Harrison, a iourteen-year-old
boy. was literally cut ID two by cir
cular saw at Jones's staye mill, near
Burke's station. Fairfax county, on
Tuesday night last. The unfortunate
youth fell on the revolving saw which
entered his shoulder and 10 the twink.
ling OF an eye split him down to the
abdomen. He lived for several min
utos and perfectly conscious for a while
talking to the persons who had gather
ed around him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
crRcuuT COURT FOR THE CITY.

Judge ]. B. T. Thornton, presldlng'J
The following decree was entered III
the case OF Cornelia Frazier Smoot VS..
w. A. Snfoot, trustee, ct al:
The court being Of opinion that by
the will of James Rector Smoot the
period Of distribution Of the principal
Of the testators estate is fixed when the
eldest grand chief attained the age OF
21 wears; therefore the complainant Is
not entitled to any part or share Of the
said testators estate.
Court adjourned for the term.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
CASE CONTINUED.

The case OF Adolpbus Robinson and
Henry Washington, alias Dixon, both
colored, arrested yesterday on SUSPECT
GUS OF stealing 1921 from the saloon
of Captain George w Pettey, was called
in the Police Court this morning, but
continued until next week. 1t was
learned yesterday that Robinson had
deposited $50 in another bank in adj
dition to the 800 he place in another
institution after the robbery.
Robinson this afternoon told the
police S84.45 was secreted over the
Stable door iii the rear Of Captain
Pettey's saloon. The officers later Sc
cured the money.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDINGS.

Mr.. D. L. Robey, U. s. deputy
marshal Of Alexandria, was here FRI
day to see Judge Chichester and 90 to
Stafford, where he served papers in the
bankruptcy proceedings against the
Austin Run Mining Company. He
also summoned a witness in a revenue
case in Norfolk November 25.-LFred-
ericksburg Star.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
POTOMAC LODGE.

Two candidates were initiated at the
meeting last night Of Potomac Lodge
of Odd Fellows. Plans we're perfected
for special meeting on next Wednes-
day night at which time arrangements
will be made to receive Prince William
Lodge at the regular meeting on Fri
day night, when the first, second and
third degrees will be conferred upon
six candidates Of the Prince William
Lodge by the degree team Of Potomac
Lodge.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19

ATOTICEis hereby given that the an
~ nual meeting ofthe ckholders o
THOMAS j. FISHER 81 CCMPAN1,
Inc will be held at The ,fhce
of the company, 123 south Roy al su Get,
Alexandra, Va. on MONDAl, Nov en-
Der %, 1910, at 100 p. m, for the election
of officers and directors for the Gu, uing
year. and for the transa ,tion OF such
other business as may DO properly acted
upon. HAROIE H. ~ lie
novS I'd Secrecy.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
ILLUSTRATED LECTURE.

On Wednesday night next at s
o'clock. Rev. J. II. Taylor, OF Wash
ington. will give a lecture in the
Second Presbyterian Church, on his
recent visit to Labrador, While there
he was the guest Of DIR. Winfred
Grenfell, the celebrated missionary
Mr.. Taylor will show many pictures
which he took there, as we'll as some
furnished by DR.. Grenfell. The lecture
is free to the public. A silver offering
will be taken.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19

When a cold becomes settled in the
system, it will take several days treat
nient to cure it, and the best remedy
10 use is Chamberlain's Cough Remedy.
Il will cure quicker than any other,
and also leaves the system in 8 naturs
aud healthy condition, Sold by W, y,
crsishtep and Richard eihspp,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
SKATING RINK,

The race scheduled for last night was
postponed until tonight one OF the
racers not being in condition TO race
playing a hard game OF Polo the night
before, A very fast race Is expected as
both will knyck hard fight for the
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
A CORRECTION.

Ia the proceedings Of the Circuit
Court for this city published in yester.
days Gazette, it was stated that judg-
ment for the plaintiff for s101.60 was
rendered in the case OF c. ". Mcneil
ys. the Emerson Pump Company. It
should have read Emerson Engine
Company.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
Weather Probabilities.

For this section increasing eloudiness
tor ght. followed by rain and possibly
snoT Sunday; not much change in tenn
perlture; moderate variable winds, be-
coming northeasterly tonight or Sun
On and increasing.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
THANKSGIVING SERVICE.

As heretofore stated the union
Thanksgiving service will be held at
+" orth Washing
next ThnrsdSy.
preach, The
the Alexandria
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19

Our Hams and Shoulders are the best
We know that! Our Home Dressed Beef,
Lamb. Veal and Pork is positively in
comparable. We know that, too! We'll,
what do you know? You're wise to the
fact that if you want something worth
while to eat: if you want real unadulter'
ated satisfaction when You sit down to
your meals if you want to enjoy the
very last morsel as much as you did the
first, you have to come to Blondheim
Auth Stand and Market for it. Yon
know that, don't you? Wky, OF course
rnn do.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
LOCAL MATTERS.
Sun and Tide Table.

sun rses tomorrow nj CASA. IN. ana sc Us
at "a p. IN. High watcrat lO2l a. IN. ana
10. p. N.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
LOCAL BREVITIES.

A civil service examination will be
held on January 4 for fish culturlst,
in the Bureau Of Fisheries.
On Thursday last the Third Cardinal
football team, Of Alexandria, defeated
the Virginia Stars by a score OF % to Z.
There was a moderate supply OF
country produce in market this morn
ing. Prices showed a hardening ten
dency. Fresh pork was selling at 10
a IS cents a pound.
An amondm INT was yesterday issued
by the corporation commission to the
charter Of the Virginia
Railway Company, OF Mount Vernon,
comforting voting power on holders OF
the preferred stock.
The oyster supper given at Braddock
Heights last night for the benefit OF the
Episcopal Chapel there, was we'll At
tended and proved to be very enjoy
able affair. Quite a neat sum was re-
allied.
The Methodist Protestant bazaar and
oyster supper was again well attended
last night and every one present voted
it success. Tonight will bring it to a
close, and all the fancy articles, home
made pickles, iellies, etc, will be sold
at closing out prices.
John G. Sims, the former Washing
ton agent Of the Life Insurance Com
pany Of Virginia, who was indicted for
enrbezzIement OF SO, 900 from that com
pany, following an attempt at self-de'
struction in the Office Of a Washington
physician a short time ago, pleaded
guilty to the charge in the Criminal
Court there yesterday. Following an
appeal for a parole under the new pro.
baton law, Sims was remanded to jail
until next week, when Chief Justice
Clabaugh will pass on the motion.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19

Rabbi A. H. Erschler executive OF
the Hebrew Congregations Of Phila-
delphia and at the head Of Ahayeth
Chesed Synagogue, died today.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19

LADIES' Combine style with solid
comfort. Wear the RED CROSS
SHOE, TO be had emily at our store,
], A. Marshall 4 Br9n 422 King street,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
For Sale or Rent.

The desirable residence with Iarge
side lawn, 5o7 south st, Asaph street,
located in the best residential section OF
the city. For full particulars apply az
413 Duke street.
nOY4 If
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19
AN EVENING or TARLEAUX.

BY the P. A. B. and others, under di-
rectiou of Mrs. Oscar Carter, at the
Young Peoples Building, MONDAY
November q, at o'clock p. m. for bene-
fit of Presbyterian Building Fund. Ad'
mission Csc. noyls ~
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-11-19

of the levy made by the
- undersigned under an execution In
my hands / will sell at public auction,
for cash, on the premises, No. 400 south
Lee street, Alexandria, Va, on
MONDAY, 18th day OF November 1910
At the hour Of 10 O'Clock t<pn., the follow
ing personal property ihhy possession
under said execution. to'wit: All tue
contents In store consisting Of groceries
fixtures, SC. ROBI. II. COA,
nolT I'd City Sergeant.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-02-26
BROADWAY THEATER.
Inv clous & CO.

For three days commencing Feb. ZS Verbeck & Farrell will present at the BrosidWay theater Try Cl0us 6 Co. in Vacation Days. The piece is a bright, sparkling musical comedy which has sufficient interest irf-itself and a com pzny of such com petent players that 1t would serve as a satisfactory even 4ngis entertainment. Vacation Days was written primarily upon mirth and on the legitimate lines of comic opera and every effort has been made by the management to realize the ambitious intent of Irv Clous. With this idea in view, a cast of rare excellence was Ss- Sembled for the interpretation of the piece In addition to Irv C1ous whose work has met with great praise alike from press and public and who is pro- claimed the best and most faithful ex- ponent of the German character on the stage today. the company embraces termed as being the only comedians on 4he American stage that could make a horse laugh with their funniy sayings and comedy: Ruth Edna. The Flexible Doll. and the Fairchild Sisters, singers and dancers Florence Fairchi1d is one of those charming little sprites of the &Dorlfghts who ceptivate audience with their winsome ways and clever work Vacation Days is the best, the snappiest and -wittiest musical produc- ton ever offered to the public. The melodies introduced are the kind that appeal to the popular fancy, and the drive away dull care and provide a period of healthful entertainment and laughtsr-that great panacea for all Ills
Norwich bulletin., 1910-02-26
BREED THEATER.
The Price of Patriotism, Thrilling
 Feature Picture.

A handscflely colored and extremely Interesting motion pseture on the pro gTamme at the Breed theater for the balance of the week is entitled The Price Of Patriotism and is a picture filled with exciting moments and car rtes a story that appeals to all. The scenes are picturesque and decided military atmoSpherf furnishes material for a most successful film
 The Course Of True Love is the Bio- graph feature picture and is a mix ture Of the comedy and dramatic ele- ments, making a reel that is both ap- peaiirz and amusing
 Owing to the limited seating capacity made necessary by the placing of temporary partition in the Breed the ater Improvements. the 1n%nag cement has decided to gixs two performances today at the regular matinee in order to accommodate the customary large crowd The first performance will commence at 1-45 and the second at z.45. so that everyone will be able to see the whole bill and be able to get a seat
 Miss Woicott is making a big hit with her splendid Illustrated song with its supeTbly artistic colored slides. It is entitled I Wonder Who's Kissing Her Now? and has q very compelling rhorfrS
Norwich bulletin., 1910-02-26
THE AUDITORIUM.

Today is the last chance to see the beautiful scenic production of The Storm in the Alpine Noun tains, which fs a realistic and true representation of the terrible rain and wind storms which take place there. The FedTnars, comedy bar acrosats, Cumberland and Green, novelty dancers, and Tom Will son. comedian. are all artists of merit and are winning much favor. Another load of scenery and effects will be hauled into the Auditorium gain Rrar- day morning, when the Zarra Trio will make their appearance These clever people present a. novelty artistic juggling and hoop manipulating act which will slrpriEe all who see it. Kit Karzon, the famous rife expert. will be here the first three days of next week and will shoot his way into immediate favor This Is the first act of this Kind that has played here this season and should prove both entertaining and interesting A pleasing bit of comedy will be presented by McGrath and Yeo- man. The Prfma Donna and the Luna tic, and Seymour and Nester will do a neat character singing act. The Audi toriun1 Duo will render a carefully se- lected classical song and the motion pictures will be headed by the big fea- ture reel
Norwich bulletin., 1910-02-26
VIEWS AND VARIETIES
Clever sayines
In but a few short wceaa We learn, The young mans fancg'a Bound to turn.


 In but few short woeas
 We learn.
 The young mans faneys
 Bound to turn.
 Maud quarreia with Jack only for the sake of making up" Wait until they are married: then sDc1l make uu only for the sake Of quarrelinE hrnin." -.Boston Transcript
 Why fig MT. Jones go popular with you giris2" "Oh. he'H "a deari Why. he doesn't do anything but teli nea. and none Of us can catch him ut Mf" Cleveland Leader.
 we had an African explorer nt Che club last evening lie tnlked of pro- Ing. How do you play lt7'-Plttsburg Post
 By taking the new express snved twenty minutes in going. from Ney lost 1t in q traffic Jnm."-Louisvina Courier.
 "This popular fiction is ail hosh in real life the girls father seldom ob~ tects to the man or her choice.- You're wrong there. Tie often objects. but he's usually too wise Co say nny- thing."-Kansns City Journal.
 My husband was out late last night and this morning I found a couple or aces in his pocket ! daresmy he's been losing at poker" Don't condemn him WltH0uN "a HfnffHHs AI nc NNNNINI around aces he probably won."-Pitta- burg Post
 But" said Dogfett "why don't you argue the thing out with your wife ?" "Ohl" replied Meeker. "my wife hnn very positive views on that nuliect The moment I opened my mouth nha would put her foot down "The idea should think you'd choke. ."-- Catholic Standard and Times.
 "Hey, therel" yelled Che u0torfnan to a pedestrian. Get off the trnckf" But he yelled In vain. The pedretrinn was a detective and needed not fhn yell. Away down deep in hiH heart he knew that he had never been on Che track.-Chicago News.
 "AlI is over between ua," said tho emotional youth. ''shc deHpiaes me-" Has she sent back your letters ?" Yea" "Thcn cheer uu. If she really dempfsed you she would hold on o your letters 10 be read fn court or used for the amusement or her friends. ds."-Washington Star.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-02-26
| OETRY
rnr LITTLE WHITE FArIf.

To-day is Q nttio ,white path r1n- neotlng ycstodoy with tomofrowii-- There's a little whiro path we aii muni And it winds away and away On forward coursej for it hndl ita Tn the valley of Yoaterday. And it speeds away, and away nnhN Toward Inc sunrise hills ot Ah"thaf-
 day.
 Iris n dear little path OCT which we If the feet that keep etep with oers Be the willing feet-whether siow or And the stones be cuahio iei wilh For 'tis eireiing up from the Afisr- Toward dew-nt Dawn-tho little
 white path. With n backward reach of its fcti-ra And inc force of innnity- It binds the gray of the feateruiy With Tomorrow, the Nct-tn-ltl. So it curves away up tho Morn-Fiarcd The little white path. as is WILLS %
 wiilsi
 With lingevlns touch the i.ttia white LcsI: Z segrst with the bspea Chat are
 dead
 In the deepening s--Ie gf the Yosisr- since the Morrow Ahl DOS clear alsai. From the shifting shade tuWAti toe
 PrOmised away
 --Adelia Foao uranha n
Norwich bulletin., 1910-02-26
anoME swnnr HOME.

 When tho twilight shndown gather And tho coll uf peace in heufd And the dusk Of eve iH metfilur Where the battles have oecufr n. There's song that eoOtheH us 4 sufly In the lands Whore'or we tonu. As we dream of love and lnuantBr To the rtraina of Homo Sweet
 Home" Far beyond tho adgo os gagiiisbt Where the nlHat comes stealing uN Zephyra bring the subtle muHies And tho wine within our cup Warns the heart to natures Hlauuela Der the land or hriny foam. For there's hope and EoOdiv prorlif1 In the strains Of Home Ewcpt
 Home" Treasured hours come nn romrudnm From the wales of long aMus Intcrn i~ gnng with Che kindueaH or tnt nro'B warmth and glow All that waa of June nnd roses We peruHc in opitOmc With a heart that HinEs the chorus To the strains of Homo twel
 Home" When the final day's upon ua And tho twilight shudoWH nteul As we gage back OCT thn Journey On a life of woe or wca' We shall smile and turn our faces With a prayer Co heavens dome. And awake beyond the River To the strains of Home Hwee-
 -.st Louis Star.