Chicago Daily Tribune Newspaper, March 26, 1876, Page 7

me) A aanetomninree nce cameo tea nemanniganeat H OUR NEIGHBORS qhe Probability of Sprins’s Appreach Argued Synthetically by the Milwaukee Man, A Club Formed in the Cream City to Perpetuate Honest Greenbacks, Our Racine Correspondent Lets Himself Loose on 2 Fine Sunset. Ficcolo-Empiricism, Which Frights the Reigns of Chaos and Old Night. Remarks upon a Contemplated Church-Raffle Intended to Hit if. It’s a Beer. The Kenosha Corn-Festival, and Mystic Reference to an Episode Apropos. Regalar Potpourri of Items from Outlying Suburbs of Chicago. WISCONSIN, MILWAUKEE, Beectal Corvesendence of Lhe Chicago Tribune. Murwauses, March 25.—The long although Kogularly mild winter is beginning to tell, and people are impatient for the advent of spring. ftorekeopers, expecially, are tired of leaden days, that bring no customers. The opening of Iske navigation isthe sure sign of immediate setivity in all branches of industry, in this city even moro thay in. Chicago. Our seafaring population is. by far the largest class. The sr- rvalof the first propeller is the signal for the expenditure of hoarded moreys, Very soon commerce is in full ewing, greenbacks get into setive circu'ation, and the parsimony of the tedious winter is eucceeded, like a rapid, pleassnt yision, by spend- thrift extravagancea of joyous surhmer. Signs of the near approach of the opcn season abound. Docks are being cleared. Ships show evidences of life. Sailmakers aud ship-atores ara cieared for action. Mepaira in propellers vake up the echoes. Painting and papering con- tracts are let. We hearof churches and edifices that sra to ba commenced. Loads of stone, buick, sand, and lumber, are dumped daily in the middle of the most populous thoroughfares. fpring overcoats are worn frequently without a body coat beneath. Veople buy breeding cages, and the chirrap of naw-born songsters is heard inthe houses. There ate fewer compositions with creditors. Small tradeamen begin to carry actif upper lip, and boarders cur! up their noses svcold dishes. ‘Landlords resamo the haughty stride of May and Octobar, and jaded men and women with humble spirits and contrite hearts drag their weary limbs through ‘the slush in search of more comfoztable homes. The elec- ions are at Land, and the worst kind of saloon~ keafers awagger at the strect-corners as though the fate of natioas was locked up in their tobac~ tpouches. Such are the sigus of spring. YEBLIC LIFE ésmore active. There are plenty of meetings, every night, social, business, sud political The sucleties are waking uv; dances ara on. their last Iegsand going to oblivion in a blaze of koener enjoyment; would-be leaders of the peo- ple are thundering at saloon ward meetings in favor of a thousand wild catch-penny projects; acd, amid it all, the Doard of Public Works ig rumly pursuing the even tenor of its way, pre- paring and perfecting magnificent schemes for the exrenditure of vast sums of public and pri- vate moneye, aud Honorable Charley Drer, Trele Sam's chief magistrate, holds, uphanginy. bya single hair, the swift keen sword of justice ayer the outstretched necks of sworn officers tecreaut to their truet, aud wealthy citizens whose riches were acquired by thieving from the Commonvezith, aud humble baukrupts who heva yone through their creditors and lined their own ketx, and ail the otber poor devils who are ou hecalendar. Tuere are more signs of the com- ing season. ‘The Chamber of Commerce will in- trease ite admission fee, and men of business are buying memberships at the rato of tens and scores a day, and “corners” are in everybody's mouths, and there 1s a question whether the Eset Side’or the West Side has the largest dele- gation,—for the heaviest battalions will carry ‘ith them victory on the selection-of-tho-new- mie subject, and wheat has gore up ever £o many cents 8 bushel, and bulls and bears are bo- coming slightly mixed a8 to whom and which they are, and some fellows scem inclined to lay down, and come to “pet up apd bellow,” and dletander Mitchell, who carries the face of half of them under his capacious stove-pipe,is quietly mating up his mind, probably in the corner of a railroad car in the East, ‘hich way the cat shal] jomp, not only astothe price of wheat, and tho fate of pork, and the new Chamber of Commerce building, but as tothe Mavoralty, and the programme of our anti-greenback clubs, aud the next President of the United States, and the condition of the crops, and the etate of the money market, and the weather for che next twenty-four hours, aud afew other trifles of a like easy character popu- July supposed to be equally within the great msn'e power. And again, signs. Our poor, deli- ate towers, that bloom for fragrance and sun- ening, are winging their way home from Florida, and Madeira, and the Sandwich {slande, and Cther soft-ekied places too numerous to men- ion. And with them come the sweet breath of neighborly gossip, and gentle alanders, and lady- hkeetabs in the dark, and lots of such fittle things, without which life would boas a parlor gre wichoue firing or 8 white petticoat without rch, FURTGER WRESTLING WITH THE INDUCTIVE ‘METHOD. In sympathy with the wakening throbs of the pulse of tho scason, city life for the past week bus been active. Merchants have been carrying Soa brisk drummer campaign, and the ware- houses are hives of industry. John Nazro has pat his houge in order for a renewed lease of ac- ity and prosperity by protesting his notes and Wlowing the creditors to make x clean sweep ; Angus Smith and Ed Sanderson have been lead- dog the way in the bold path of speculative com- merce, which they know go well how to tread the rag-baby men have beld an organizing mee! bg aud adopted a whereas with a long tails ‘reral miscrables have flosted off to the devil's dowinious by means of the friendly rope, or se- tive arsenic, or crystal stream; Col. Calkins bes returned from Madison, and it is announced at he has resumed charge of the Chicago Times bureau in this city aschief reporter; tho mmercial Times las not yet succeeded in Naging the Whisky Iuvestigating Com- mittee here yet, but will probably do ere long; several horrible stories of -licentiousness in the upper 26 well Si lower strata of society, are fouling the lips of 2ormen and womou, and boys aud girla: a People’s porty threaten to take the election into theirown handa, and will succeed if they set about the task in the right way, which there ap- Pears no probability of their doing; the ladies— blesa 'em !—fing plenty of moues to go shop- Ping at the dry goods houses with ; aud four female podéstriaus ” have been vindicating Woman's rights and woman's physical powers in @ Way of walking matches, the greater part of the week. We have not been idie the past week, for a big viliage. Even our factories havo n unusnally wide-aweke. The Jiilwankee tron Works—so called because not located in Milwaukee, but Day View—bas overy depart- “ont in full blast, and employs over 1,000 men; itd there are numerous boot snd shoe houses futting up excellent work for all the states and Territories west of us; and wctories that take in dead cats and dogs, ‘td turn ont the very best eau-de- ~ologne snd perfumes, waters, and soaps, im- Ported direct from London, Varis, Borin, and Meora, not to speak of Bridgeport and the works galor yards, and tanneries, and ho, Stag hones is S-packin; s $00 conott-halle and ‘elevator aad Beet fitnadienS wded with life and overfiowing A 2ESPECTARLE GREENBACK Pnatal Ptuso, in the midst of tie enumera- one saya tow words about this Greenback lub that they started during the week. % principal member of the organi; aa ssked him what ho liad to eay io farce oe rag-baby. Hedeclared he was not ii y. Hi ot in fav eroanuaete a Ate Present shape, but pational for their face value i duties, and everything else, redeemable ae ‘ion at the United States Treasury, or in the case ‘of National. ‘Bank i e - notes, in coin, | OF bond, or exchange, tho wale of coin, at the banks. Being sur- vrised at this scatemont, which wae ratl different from whsi might ‘have been opera: nee the published reports. I asked the Ren- erin whether he tid not entertain very diifor- ent views from thot of his associates, aud ho roplied that, eo far mho had talked with thom, he believed thay wer€substantially of about the same Opivion. With mepect to the Precise man- nor of bringing the gisonback to a coin value, the Club was committed to the 3.65 bovd— payable in gold—plan, but personality he was uot sure something better could not be devised. It is worthy of notice that tris Club is composed of Prominent men of all poliécal parties, and, more sipgalar stil}, mou repreémting about equally the wealthy or ruhog montpoly clays, and tho middie, burgher, or indepaident laboring class. That such men should unitein a greenback club denotes simply this : that grat uneasiness docs unquostionably exist on the tnancial problem in this community, and men sro beginning to take sides for the approachioz striggio, with ratber ill-dofiued ideas as to what the result may pe, buts full determiuation to do their duty the best they know how, in whatever circumstances the greenback question may callthem to. ‘Thus, tho organization of aclub, nonially a green- Yack club, means in reaity that of a club to hasten tho settlement of tho financial question by tha best moans; th membors, I think, being all united on one point, namely, that the greeuback must stand forthe prosont, although ita value as an equivelen, and, con- sequently, its market value, may, byenactment, be made equal'to that of ‘coin.’ Y save, in all Probability, stated the case in a muner that will cause dissent in every quarter, bi: none the THE CHICAGO TRIBU. E: SUNDAY, MARCH 26, 1876—-SIXTEEN PAGES, leas ia what I believe to bo perfectly fair and proper language. To substitute for thy green- tack and the presoat gigantic Natioral-Bank gystem something else, root and. branch would bea more violent wrench than they think the country could stand, yet.they do not olfect to goid, and they only insist ou the greenbax: a3 a substitute for gold and to be of the samo “ulne. MUNICIPAL POLiTics. anew doparture in politics was witnessed, Wednesdar night, when an immense gathoing of citizens took place at tha North Side Tan- hall, for the purpose of organizing in oppositon to a possiblo nunimer ticket to be put forwardoy any party, and select only good men for all ciy ollices, beginuing with tho Aldermen. It nh gratifying to beable to report that the mectin; was aulcccasfu! in every respect, and offered go0d gtounds for hoping that a ticket that every honest voter can support will be placed before the people. A Nominating Committee was appointed, that will repert to an adjourned meeting. Ii is said they intend waiting on Jobu Plonkiuton Monday for the purpose of learning his views as to his being nominated. There can bo no possible objection offered to John Plank- inton. He is one of tne most wealthy. enter- prising, and able of our citizens, a capital man of business and estimable private citizen. It is feared thet tho cbjection may be offered that Mr. Plankiaton’s partner, Mr. Armour, is most of his time in Chicago, but of this we shail hear amore in a few days. THE WEATHER, Nothing of interest. remains to be ssid that bas not already appesred fully in Tus Tarnose telegraphic dispatches from this city. Tho weather ig the only topic untouched. We have bad a mixture of winter and eprivg, with a soupcoo cf summer: some rain, some snow, somo sunshine, and considerable wind and mu: ‘here has been the usaal amount of sicko incidental to unseasonable weather, and we havo had enough to grow! about, and yet enough to be thankfa! for. RACINE. ICE-LAND. ‘Specral Correspondence of The Chicave Tridune, Ractxe, March 25.—The dara come avd fo, bringing us nearer balmy spring, yet winter lingers persistently ae s sanguine creditor. The nights are crisp and clear, bringing that hoary scamp “Jack Frost,” whose bresth congeals the elush that ths warmer days create. Yet, through frost aud thaw, cloud and shme, the ice that hzs crushed and fettered everything remaina a cold, sparkling reatity. Glittering, crystailine pebbles cover the wintry ground, the mangled trees nod weari- Jy under their freezing burden, hovels and cabina jook like miniatare palaces sparkling in their clammy coat, and those Lenten sunsets of ours are grand beyond the most imaginative concep- tion. The moderato thaw of last Monday puri- ficd snd made moro brillient the shimmering onamel that covered every little twig or gnarled lumb, aud, as the sun went sleepily down through a bauk of variegated clouds of purple and amber and gold, the effect on that portion of the city between the ero of the observerand “Old Sol” wag indeecribably beauliful. The varied tints of the clouds seemed mirrored on the trees; the highest branches reveled in all the hnes of the: rainbow, while «the lower landscape, just touched by the last rays of the setting sun, was like s glorious picture of fairy-land. Many of our poctical natrves viewed the besutifal eceno from the roofs of their houses, and their exclamations of wonder and delight amused the unromantic passers-by as mucb asthe enraptured worshipers were pleased with the vicion. Lut we would gladly exchango these gorgeous panoramic views for the first sweet breath of the ‘gentte spring,” accom- panied by the cheery notes of the little bluebird and the modest nod of the drooping violet. From these poetical effusions tara we to the “weekly budget of gossip, to notes of pleasure and care, of turmoil and rest : MERE SIAM. He was red-eyed, sad, travel-stained acd gaunt, Some deep-seated melancholy seemed to be gnawing at his heart-strings like a canker- worm, Atintervals be would wipe his red eyes with 2 soiled handkerchief and caress the pend- ant drop from his nose with the shiny sleeve of bis coat. From astout club over one shoulder qvas euspended a good-sized bandle, and in one hand he carried a smaller package very teuderly. He was 6 good, honest-looking man, in spite of his tattered garb and seedy air, and there was & pathor in the weary, woe-begone look of his eyes that went to tue heart. He accosted that hilanthrophivt and friend of humanity, Mr. William Workman, and very gingerly com- menced to unfold several greasy wrappers from the little package. ‘Timialy, loo«ing around him that none might unawares bear bis tale of misery, he hoarsely whispered in the ear of Mr.W.: ‘‘Z'mblareted inogrs. Uso traveled on foot frof Milwankee with nothing toeat. Lhavo no money ; bat if. you will purchase this "—— bere he unfolded afew more wrappers very carefully, and held 3 magnificent meerschaum under the delighted eyes of the humauitarian, while he wiped a tear from his awn left optic. “Tt cost me five pun’ in Hingland, and youmay have it for ‘alf that now.” Mr. W. ia an oxcel- lent judge of meerschaums, and, after carefully exanlining the ove in question, offered the pil- grim 25 for it. After shedding 8 few more teara and savagely dashing the fast-gathering drops from bia nose with both coat-sleeves, the poor mau took the money and wenthis way. Itafcer- ward trapspired that the pipe was really worth about frcenty cents, and quite a number had been captured by tho ‘plaumble Arab in the eame munner. OLD ORPHEUS HIMSELF. Dickens’ hero, Swiveler. used to leave 8 glaas of ‘tthe rosy” on aconvenient atand near hix couch and lull inmeelf to sleep with the soft notes of bis finte.. But thereisa fiend in tho McClurg Biock who never closes bis eyes at all, and the wailing, dircordant notes of his infernal “piccolo” make barsh mutic from the hour of gathering darkness until dawn breaks in the East. About 3 o'clock last Thursday morning, Orpheus” was heroically trying to climb a high key with questions pe success, but ho backed, aud awitched, and screamed like 9 bani- tone Thomas cat until every lodger in the build- ing was awake, and would have been swearing ‘but for their acute sense of moral obligation. ‘At last ono of the victims corrowfully arose from bis chaste Jair, and flitted up and down the great empty hall ike au unquiet spirit until be had collected all the ecuttles and pans he contd find. which be savagely threw down the iron stairs with a racket fikethe discharge of a battery. Tho minstrel thought tho building had fallen, and abandoned bis practice for the balance of horrible dreams, A black, savage dog sleeps o: his breast ; sorrowful-loo! ing elderly ladies cath er around hia couch during the still watches of the night, chanting dirgos, repeating prayers aad wrestling with his hardened spirit; whilo a mob of Uiear-eyed, ragged, homeless boys taunt and joer him. ‘In ‘the background 1s a Vision of the Reform School, into which the tortured sleeper tries to drive the brats, but cannot, ITEMS. On Friday last ‘our city schools closed for a week's vacation, thus allowing thevexed ma'ams a breathing spell during which they may recn- Perate thoir exhausted energies, and be enabled to renew the battle syainst ignorance and super- stition with increased vigor. ‘The many little victims will also have a chance to let their ears relax that will undoubtedly be appreciated, ‘Tho closing of the series of Odd-Fellows’ sociables took placo on the evening of Friday weok, and was fully up to the usuat standard of excellence. We bavo bad amatour drama, amateur opers, and amateur opera bouffe, yet our fuminaries aigb, and goash their teeth, and woep, like Alex- ander of old, for new worlds to conquer. A “bonanza” has been strock in a field entirely novel, and two young men, whose profesaion should warrant aire decorous calling, are in training as Swiss boll-ringera. As yot thoy have confined themselves to notes of one key,. but their “‘runs™ and “trills" are oxecuted with surprising brilliancy. Some bright morning. howovor, they will find an irate andience after them with tomahawk and revolver, when their “run” will be ab earnest one, ‘Tho Sunday-school members of the Church of tho Good Shepherd gave a very creditable onter- tainment at their church last Wednesday and ‘Thursday evenings. ‘Lhe programme was 2 spicy one, and the performance, as a whole, certainly desorved s mach larger house than was accord- ed. The dramas, “Sailors’ Return,” was. tho principal feature of the evening, Messrs, Wash- burn and Sweetzor and Miss Lillie Oxgoo) win- ning a hearty encore by their really excellent acting. The ‘statuary " was also well arranged, and the roadings by Miss Hattio Beemis exhibit- ed talent of a high order. ORPHEUS CONCERT. ‘The accond of the series of this season's con- certs under the auspices of the Orpheus Club was given in the Academy of Music last Thurs- day evening toa packed house, and was indeod creditable to the reputation acquired by the sey- eral stars, ‘Morpheus ” himaclf led the pro- graume in anything but a sleepy manner. Next fuilowed a quartette by male voices; then =o solo. by Mrs. Hinsdale, which won a very hearty oucore from the culti- vated audience. Even tho ‘ publicans and gin- ners,” who had secured the highest seats in the syNagogue, wore extremely demonstrative, so much so that one of the lady occupants nearly fell through the window. ‘fhe instrumental duet by Misses Ward and Dorand was a magnificent illustration of cultivated taste. ‘Then came & quartette by Mrs. Spaulding, Miss Ward,jaud Meezrs. McDowal and Pritchard, who, unfortunately, would not acknowledge tho ox- cited encore, Tho ‘Three Chafers,” by the tour “shavers.” Messrs, McDowell, Jones, Pritchard, and Brewer, was a rather quaint mod- ley of everything that was ’cute and ridiculons. But the gem of the evening was the duet by Mase Frankie Durand and Mr, McDowell, Tho excitemeut of the Italian Count, who was ons of the audience, and his desperate eiforts to com- ply with the entreaty of the fair singer, were wausiug. The grand finale (overtura to “Don wan”) was a brilliant exhibition of pianomasic. Lhisto ba regretted that the diroctor, Prof. Heyer, will not arrange fora rendition of their elézant concerts in a larger hall, SANCTDMONIOUS GAMBLING. ‘Tero is a rumor that the Entertainment Committeo of St. Luke’s Parish Guild purpose holdyg a “Pound Sociable,” at Conzrass Hall, undettho aupices of the church, immediately after Xe close of Lent. Each attendant is sup- posed to bring a pound of some marketable commolits, which is sold “ungight unseen,” a3 kuite-tnding urchins used to say, to the highest bidder. Now, this method of raising tho “filthy Itere is either right or wrong. It strictly in keepin with the teschings of the Church, it is to bo hoved that it will pan out a grand suc- cess. Posably it would bo a good idea to sc- cure the seyices of Mike McDonaid, who could undovbtedlssuggest many little ways and tricks for mcroasix the revenuo or adding excitement to the schene, On tho other hand, if tha proposed platfor raising the wind is a little “ off color,” or xt alt questionable, no matter what the oliect in view may be, it would be wil to leave the manage- ment of the a\air, and let the emoluments go to those whcare nsed to the science of cap- turing ‘ jackpots” The conscientious snd or- thodox members ¢ St, Luke's mus: not take ex- ceptions to che fongoing romarks; they are uot tendered in the eptit of discouragement by any means, because, asuready noted, if the enter- tainment is legitimte in all its characteristics, may it dda glory md ‘gold galore” to those who have it in hand. TRE NEW cocnTHOUSE. As telegraphed yowr issue of the 23d, the building of the new Cturt-House was awarded Ii, R. Bond, of Milwaures, at £36,500, but ho has since withdrawn, eoit in. cumored. ACGJITTED. William Street, a genienian of color, who was arrested over & year agviand held to bail in $500 for assault with intext to commit “marder most foul,” was granted a kial during the pres- ent term of conrt and acquited. The evidence showed that the victim of Steet’s wrath was an- other colored gentlemaa namd Logan, and that there was origiaally a Cleopata at the bottom ot “da fracas.” The weapon usod by Street was an old rusty pistol thst badno hammer, was unloaded, had uo barrel, could pot have been discharged in any event, and in wet the counsel for the defense very ably satisfig the jury that Mr. Street had only a handfa) of srew-nails and ‘a fow particles of rust that oncs ielonged to a pistol. In view of the above facts Mr. S. was again commissioned to “ wrastle ” 4c razor and brush in peace. the night. RIGHT-108S. fied S moral agricalturist ” who_is reaping a arrest of vaxtaut boys and sending them to the Leform School at Waukeshe is the victim of STOLEN rnurr. ‘A sensational case of illegitimate com- pliaaco with the Scriptnral comrannod t) ‘¢ malti- ply and repien:sb the earth” occnpied'be atton- tion of the Court on Friday. and resitiod in a verdict for the gentle plainti. The ‘evidence showed s horrible jambling of all that is@rotch- ed and ladicrous in humen nature. PEREONAL. Itis ramored that Mrs. Clarence Smit pur- poses winning fame immediately as a ste ac- tress. Her many friends in this city wish her every imaginable succoas in the profession the is bound to be aa honor to. Miss Ida Bull is ruaticating on the roling prairies of Kansas. Itistobe hoped that the attractions near the “sotting sun” . will vot overcome those of our cosy city. G. E. Crosby, Esq., of Now York. = young gentleman of rare business ability, is visiting bis old home, and purposes staying With us several weeks. ; Waiter Datton left for a hurried tour to Grand. Rapids, Mich., last Tuesday. < Tho Hon. 2. H. Baker left yesterday morning for San Francisco ou business connécted with the mammoth firm of which he is amember, _ ‘Mies Laura Wild has returned for ». fying ‘visit to Racine. A CARD, ‘The Young Man” who makes the sssertion that ‘Norval " ever received any communication other than of a gentlemanly aud complimentary tenor from any of the managers of the Chicago papers, is pronounced by * Norval” s liar; and lus further assertion that he “enw the commu- nications” is s sensoleas fie. He mny very properly be classed with the troscherous loafer who pretends to peddle professional secrets out of big own family. The last-named sneak will be attended to in due time. Spee KENOSHA. THAT CORN-FESTIVAY. Spectal Correspondence of The Chicage Tribune, Kesosna, Wis., March 25.—Owing to the late seyers storm, the corn-festival advertised to take place Thursday night of last wook wae postponed until Monday evening, the 20th inst. The Methodist ladies bad tho affair in charge, acd right royally did thoy bring said festival toa successful termination, The church parlors were besutifally illuminated for the occasion, and the elite of the city tested their capacity for holding a crowd to the utmost. The advertised theme of the evening was ‘* Corn,” although an- other, and perbaps more interesting subject, eimed and- shared the honors of tho entertainment with this nutritious vegetable, The audience was treated to an original eseay on corn by Mr. E. Grant, which was edify- ing in the extreme, enlightening the ignorance of many present in regard to this wholesome edible, snd @ portion of Longtellow’s ‘* Wia- watha,” referring to the origin of corn, was also read for the instruction of the ignorant. Some- body sang s song of “Waving Corn,” and then the spectators prepared to interview the speci- mens of corn pregent. Asa reanlt ofa thorough investigation and carefal calculation, it was dis- covered that any hungry soul might—wero be 60 inclined—partake of said vegetable in any or all of the eightcen diferent ways the Iadies of the Church bad preparedit. The miniature church, coustructed wholly of pop-corn, was the sdmira- tion of alltho “small fry” present, and it was with feelings of covotousness that thoy sur- voyed its mimic proportions, Corn did not alone enjoy the honor of being INTERVIEWED. Monday evening, a5 all the representatives of the prese—snd some, also, who do not rejoice in that honor—can testify, a spirited Indy of thie denomination bore down on these poor, ungus- Pecting reporters, with “sails fall set,” and presented her petitions in s vivacious and some- what startling manner, much to the discomfiture of these ‘ meek lambs,” whose ebrine is litora- ture, and who care little for thecharms of Isdiea’ society. One of these close-mouthed individu- als, startled out of bis usual reticence of man. ner by the ychemence of the Iady’s- remarks, Was on the point of hurling an anathema through hie firmly-shut tips, when ho bethought himself of the place and surroundings, and the telling phrase that was on hia tongue’s end resolved itself into a succession of coughs that seemed to threaten strangulation for the moment. With the provorbial cunning of bis craft, he hastily tried to change thetopic of converaa- tion, and lo! the ‘‘shot told.” ‘Lhe lady’s voice toss higher and higher, until the wholo aud- ience know the state of affairs even better than the poor, scared reporters. Even the cora-starch ice-cream failed to cool the fever hoat of excite- ment that reigned supreme among cortain ones for a time, and the three gentlemen (where ware the fourth and fifth?) who had suffered such martyrdom at the nands of alay member, mod- eatly dropped their eyes, closed thoir oars with their finger tips, aud made a hasty exit from the sceno of tnueir tribulations, Altogether it was a farce of eerio-comic aapect, and was the cause of much mirta, much virtuous (?) in- dignation, and some “riled” feelings. One youth better versed in the art of woothing the rufiled plumage of an ‘irate female ” tried with commendable zeal the effect of cooling iccu sandwiched with generous slices of corn-starch cake on vivacious femininity, 28 a means of re- storing the mental equilibrium of his fair op- ponent. His watchful oye, howoyer, soon dis- covered that this was but adding fuel tothe flames. The noxt haif hour of his life isa total blank to him. ie has only a dim recollection of certain dazed sensations and hear?-throbbings that deprived him of all physical feeling for the time-being. What tableaux wasthat! Should the corn festival be repeated with this httlo scene thrown in, the Iarcest hall 1m town will scarcely hold the multitudes that will flock to see “the fon.” THE SNOW STORY of last week furnished a pretext for beans and belles to indulye in that novelty of the season— ® steighride. Among those who availed taem- selves of this lucky chaneo waa tho “band of brothers ” known in this community as the * Fly~ Aways,” who seized the opportunity “by tho horns,” and aelecting each a fair feminine mem- ber of the Club, wero whirled through tho city last Saturday night, to the cune of jinghng bells and merry laughter. ilaving enjoyed tac “bean- tifa! énow " fer an hour or tio, they mado a halt at Col. Howe's residence, where “all things wero insdo ready" for their entertainment. Divested of outaide wrappivgze, they were prepared for the orchestral accompaniments, and their flying foet kept time to the beautics of Strauss until weariod Nature warned them that sustenance of & moro substantial character was needed to brace up tired muscles ond exhausted spirits. Presto! The scene changed, and there in the cosy dining-room was spread a. feast of good things the xods might envy. Snb- stantial exponents of Chicago’s sill in the cnl- inary art graced the ‘*testal board” with the lighter accompaniments of ice-cream and re- freshing ices to cuol the parched throats of these evergetic followers of ‘Lerpsichore. Needless to state that the onslaught was general, and a cleared tabla bore testimaony to the good effects of bracing air and hivoly waltzing. Among th present were the Misses Minnie Simmona, Jessie Large, Ris Stebbins, Bessie Howe, Hattie Hoald, Bell Simmons. Emma Robinson; Mossrs. Howe, Gottfredsen, Bond, Simmons, and Kellozg. LOCAL POLITICS. Our city election is close at hand, and groups of men are acon on the corners and in stores, eagerly canvassing the probabilities of the ap- proaching election, whilst the Ping keep dark and sre quiotly ** !anghing in their sleeves” at the quostions asked by outsiders as to who will be tho candidates for this aud that office. It is generally known that the Ring, with far-reach- ing vision, already sees the different offices filled with men of their own choosing, but it is just barely possible that the honest tax-parers of this city will have some voice in the matter, and a slip may occar between the political cup and the lips of these same would-be sutocrats of the city’s welfare. Itiy necessary that due esution be exercised in the solection of men for these places of trust, and that character and sterling worth he the first requisites. looked for in tho candidates’ up for office, Among the moro important oftices to be filled are those of Mayor, ‘iressnior. and Justice of the Peace, sll important in their way, and it behooves the Republicans of this city to see that good and true men are choson to fill these ro- sponsible positions. If we would havo tho youth of this city eaved from the damning blight that has already robbed too many of their good name and social standing, let all honest, true. conscientious voters rally to tha support of virtue and morals, and pat those men in oflice who will, by their example- and in conformity to law, cleanse and purity the city from the terrible. miasma of vice and crime that has settled down upon it—s moral incubes, no power herotofore has seemed able to grapple with successfully. If the Republican party does its known duty in the coming crisis, 8 better state of things msy bo looked for in the future. ECRAPS, Finally Prof. Swing bas beon heard from, and will deliver lus lecturo on ** Michaol Angelo, or Art in tho Bifteenth Century.” im this city, April 17. The Misses Lawton and Gorton and Mr. Kim- ball, of Recine, surveyed the beauties of our city last week, ; A wedding took placa last Decombor in this city, somewhat romantic in its way, inasmuch 38 the contracting parties kept tho affair a pro- found secret nntil recently. Mr. N. J. Bhss returnad bome last Monday from s short sojourn in Oconomowoc. One of the young gentlemen whom rumor asserted go strongly was on the point of eloping witb a fair young miss of this piaco a week or 80 ago, has wince been discovered to have beon confined to the house the evening in question and the previous day with @ severe headache. Won't tho other young man rise and explait bis whereabouts that samo night, so that it may be dofinitely settled whether or no an elopement was contemplated ? ‘That little matter concerning the gentleman with blonde mustache has been satisfactorily settled to the entire gratitication of s majority of people, and he—poor fellow !—rono the wiser for this little ripple in society’s current, Bristot, one of our suburb, had a wedding of somo noto last week, and, for this reason, was happy: Prot. Sullivan closed his dancing-school last Monday night. HORSE-WHIPPED. ‘The following paragraph appears in the Keno- sha Telegraph this wook : For several weeks past the correspondent of the Chicago Sunday Jimes—a young man, anxfous for paioriety in journalism, and an aspirant for the honors atl emoluments of the legal profession—has been trs- during the fair fame of our city, misrepresenting the chniches and the clergy, and tivally insulting and villying defensolesa women, and outraging the public in gweral ‘This thing bas become unbearable, and the yublic feeling toward the young man was far from frietdly. Severs] parties expressed to the corre- sponlent unequivocal conderauation of his course; but t did not seem to feel anything but pleasure in the bi feelingsfwhich he had created. » Last Tuesday forenoon the fellow was waited upon by a number of ladies, one of whom was » victim of his malicious insinuatious, and requested him to write a retraction of the slanderons portion of bis fant com- muuication, which he at first retused to do; but at tho. suggestion Of another gentleman present, consented to, and wrote what the Indies suppoved wottld be & re-~ traction, tat which on being reed proved to be more ineulting than the original article. This sdded fury, to the ragoalready agitating the mind of the lady most interested, when she produced a rawhide and pro- ceeded to eantignte the fellow with all the force that in- sulted virmp can instill into the arm of outraged womanhoot, until exhausted energy compelled her to cease. Shethen retired from tho feld, leaving the Punished percil-pusher to meditate upon the eternal Atuess of this in general, and bis own chastisement in particular. es ILLINOIS. WAUKEGAN. 4 DULL WEEK. Snecial Corretanndence of The Chicago Tribune. ‘Wavuxeaas, March 25.—Nothing of auffivient importance hastrangpired during the week to enable me to describe it as one of activity. The many sudden changes of the weather had a tendency towardsmaking business dull with the merchants, and the heavy atmosphere was nov such as inspires the younger portion of the community to hoki their pléasant gatherings, where the hours sto whiled away and some- times love made maréfest. The cry of the rising generation now is, “Wait for the pleasant sum- mer days to arrive, arr the evening promenades to be once more indsigedin.” Itis then that tne remark may be utdered by every indiviausl, “What a beautiful place Waukegan is, and bow many. advantaged it possesses compared with other towns of its size,” and tho visiting strang- er, by endeavoring to zettle in ocr midst, ac~ knowledge by the act the trath of the above re- wark. soc. The Lasp-Year party given at the pleasant residence of H. S. Berry, Esq., on tast Wednes~ day evening, was of such a nature as to merit particular notice in Tue Suxpay Tamuxe. The assemblage was on the occasion of Maj. Mont- gomery’s birthdsy, and the preparations for the event were conducted by the Miases Carrie Jones and Elis McRoberts in such a way as to do themselves credit and afford sn ‘astonisher” tothe Major mmself. The affair was gatten up ‘under the auspices of the ‘ Bon-Tons,” nnd the music was fornished by Sister's full baad. At anearly hour a bountifal supply of delicacies were served. The foliowing were among those present: Carrio Jonos, Ella’ Mc- Roberta, Lettio Thomas, Charles City, Is. ; Mattie McRoberts, Helen and Mamio Clarke, Nellie Montgonery, Emina Jones, Acialia Max- son, Cloa aud Clarz Hinkston, Carrie George, Addie Kingsley, Fannie Derrick, Lillie Edwards, {da Brown, Evalina Persons, and Cerrie John- son ; of the sterner sex, George snd Judd Po- nam, Will Shotswell, Fred Murray, Will Bardi, Jay Jones, 8. E, Jones, Neleon Steele, R. Green, Ed Abbot, H. J. McRoberts, Will Sunte, RW. Hook, Myron Wiard, Lewis McKee, Fred Berry, Maj. Bloutgomery, fred and Harry Ingalls, George Clarke, Stewayt Cory, and Charles Dick- engon, all of whom report having enjoyed & splendid’ time. ‘The card party at the residence of Dr. 0. T. Maxson, which took place on fast Saturday even- ing, was well attended, and may be added to the list of “‘euccegsfale,” which result was attained by good management, for which the “Will L Proyose Club” is noted. O'KEEFE'S TRIAL POSTPONED. Joseph O'Keefe, against whom an indictment waa returned by the Grand Jury for the killing of James Burke, Jr., at Lake Forest, a short time since, was brought before Judze Murphy on ‘Thursday last. After his arrest it will be remem- bered that no was released on bail of 25,000 to appear at the present term of tho Circuit Court, ifan indictment were found. Through some misunderstanding O'Keefe nor his counsel were proseut i court at the time his case was callod, and it was reported that he had “ jumped ” hig bail. This state of affairs soon reached the knowledge of O'Reefe, who immediately notified his attorneys, Messra. Barge and O'Brien, of Chicago, whereapun they came to this city, aud, after a lengthy argument, in which they ware strongly onpos: by State’s Attorney Willhama, succeeded in hi ing the defanit set eside and trial postponed until next term. A now bond wes then propared and accepted by the Court. TERSONAL, Mr, Philander Stewart returned home from» Southern visit on Saturday last. Richard Dootey, Esq., of Benton, arrived honie from Cahfornia on last Monday. Ezra Joslyn, Esq... announces himself ss a candidate for the ofiica of Collector at the ensu- ing eiection. G.B. Watrous and ‘D. §. Ely are candidates for office ; at feast, ono of the sbove-named entlemen is to bo elected President of the foun; Men's Library Association at their elec- tion to-day. Whom ehall it bo ? CRAPS. The fact that a petition hss been filed in the Circuit Court against certain parties of this city for misappropriating certain funda will serve toshow that they aro not ‘so honest " as they might be. The People’s caucus for the nomination of town officers will take place at the ergine-room on next Thursday afternoon at 2 o’cloci. ‘The past week has been one of disaster to the saloon-keepers of thia city, or rather those of their number who were conducting breiness in such away asto willfully violate the Liquor law. All against whom indictments were re- turned were fined and imprisoned except one in- dividual, whose name was incorrect in the in- dictment and was therefore not tried. The res- son of the mistake was woll enouzh understood, however, L. F. Taylor, the author, poet, and orator, will lecture at Puoenix Hall on nezt Tuesday even- ing. Subject: * What Made Him Do It?” ‘Te Key. J. P. Bates, of Chicago, will occapy tho pulpit of the Baptist Church this morning and evening. On Friday noon a very severe wind and snow storm sprang up from the eset, continuing io a!) its severity during the afternoon sad night. The shrubbery bererbouts was damaged in come cases quite extensively. Travelug during the progress of the slorm was almozt impousible, and, from the present aspect of strroundings, it may well be termed ag a “ winterbeaten spring.” ‘Twenty-one pilgrims were cccupants of the Hotel de Tramp on Friday night. The dishon- orable Flaadera occupied the chair, eae OAK PARK. NEWS OF THE WEEK. The usmal quiet of the week just past waa tn- broken, save by the furious storm of wind and snow which resched the Park Friday morving, continuing through the dsy and night with un- abating violence. Thursday evening, the musical social met at the residence. of Mr. McDougal. Althcugh a number of the members were absent, those who were prescot performed their several parts 60, well that . the entertainment proved astinfactory in every respect. . ‘An instrumental duet by the Misses Woods was the first on tho programmo ; a piano solo, Miss Jennie Montgomery. Asclect read- ing, by Miss Mattie Montgomery, formed # pleasing feature in the entertainment. ‘This was followed with a song from Mies McDougall. The invited guests were: Mr. and Mrs. Eckbart, Mr. and Mrs. King, Mr. sud Mrs. Kettlestrings, Mr. and Mrs, Fred Smith, Mr. and Mra. Woods, Mr, and 3ire, Nash, Mr. and Mrs. Horton, Mus Smith of Chicago, Miss Niles, Mrs. Dane, Mrs. Huntington. Miss McDongalt of Chicago, Mr. Niles, Mr. Wolcott, and Mr. Montgomers. Dove parties, which have been quite the rage in thé Eastern cities, are becoming popniar among the ladies of Oxk Park. A pleasant one was given Thursday of last week by Mrs. Will- iam Blackstone. There were seated at ber ta- ble Mrs. Bliss, Mrs. Kershoff, Mrs, P.. Smith, Mrs. M. BI. Conweli. Mrs. Jessie Smith, Mra. L. R. Strobridge of Kankakee, Mrs. A. J. Beil, and Mrs. Blackstone of New York. Tt would be well for housekeepors to have an eye to their clothes-lmes, aa eeveral attempts have been made at robbery of Iste. Last Tues- day, at dusk, man was discovered justas he was abaconding with the beat liuen from thé line io Mr. James Middleton's yard. The exhibition which waa announced to take place in the Harlem. school-bouso Friday evon- ing was postponed, on account of the storm, un- til Taesday evening of this week. ‘The funeral service of Eddie Stelle, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Stelle, will take place this after- noon at 1 o’clock at the residence of his parents, on Holly court. ‘The death, which was very sud- den, occurred Wednesday morning. Mr. Stelle, who has beén absent for some time, was sent for and reached home yesterday. ‘The Union Club Comiaittes anaounce the last party of the season for ‘Thuriday ovening in Temperance Hall, Ro tre ombrid tor of th ‘The Rev. T. jtrowbridge, C) Methodist Episcopal Church of ‘ankakeo, with his wife, bas been paying avisit to his mauy friends in the Park. Sec gba naa ‘Mr. William Owens has removed his atock of groceries to Chicago, where he will open a store ‘on Wolls street. pei ‘The Hon. W. D. Carlisle has joined his wife in hor visit at her father's home. Mr. Wood, & brother of Mr. W. H. Wood, While assisting 8 lady off the train at Park Sta- tion, met with a serious accident, whereby his right arm was dislocated. : AUSTIN. At tho Baptist Church Tuesday evening s double wedding took place, the contracting par- ties being Mr. Newton Gilbert and Misa Emma C.Robin-on, and Mr. W. Kent aud Miss Carrie A. Robineon. "The sisters were tastefully arrayed in white, and looked charming, as brides ara always ex- ested to look. ‘The knot was tied by the Rev. ‘A, Blackburn, and was witnessed by s crowded house. A reception was given at the residence of Mr. Robingon, the father of the brides. Mr. N. aL Baseett and wife ontertsiued the Austin Club at their home Taesday evening. ‘A fow members of the Evtre Nous Ciub were energetic enough to brave the storm of Friday night, and were amply repaid by spending a de- ligutful evening at Mr. Emerson's. ¢. “The winter term of the public echool will close Fridsz. —— « EVANSTON. PHILO JUDSON. The faneral services of thé late Philo Judson took plsce at the First Methodist Church, Evaneton, at 1 o'elcek yesterday afternoon, and ely attended, notwithstandipg the ex- reeable weather, not only by resi- dents of Evenston, but by friends from Chicago and elsewhere. The services, though brief, were impressive. The Rey. Dr. Wentworth read aeelection from the Scriptures, and prayer was offered by the Rey. Dr. Jutkins, Presiding _ Elder of the Chicsgo District, The Rev. Dr. Luke Hitchcock, of this city, then delivered ‘an able, interesting, and feeling discourse upon the life of tho deceased, whom fiehad known for s jung series of years, perhaps. more iutimately than bad any others outside of his family. Presi- dent Fowler followed in an spproprista ad- dregs, in which the admirable perzousl qualities of the deceased, and his nobie work in behalf of the University, were considered. ‘The romains were couveyed to Rosehill, st- tended by a large company in carnages. a - POLITICAL, : Political affairs are wondrotsly quiet, eonsia- ering the nearness of the election, but will prob- ably grow lively all of a sudden, J. Grover. the nominee of the Republican caucus for Highway Commissioner, dvciiues to run for that ofice, and the name of Samuel Reed, an old and respected resident of South Evanston, bes been sabstitated on the ticket. Francis Bradley, Esq., has also been suber tated as candidate for School Trastes in place of Mr. Harry A. Pearsons, whose business engagements prevent bis ac- ceptanca. of the womuoation. Br. Grover, who. wsa defeated by J. C. Humphrey in the caucus for the nomination ae Supervisor, an- nounces that he will run asan independent candi- date. Squire Currey, an unuccessfut candidate for the nomination as Assessor, will also rin inat Mr, Didier on bis own hook. No second ticket for village officers has as yet been placed in the field, But there will undoubtedly be some developments before olection, which will assist in making that event interesting. feanwhile, the public displays no. sigos of impationcs. ‘Tha lessons on * Poutical Economy in Partics” continue. av THE UNIVERSITY. What witl the etudents of the Woman's Col- lege do without their weekly dose of Herald items ? ‘The Tripod for March appeared yesterday, snd, as usual, presenta 8 very creditable appear- auce. The management displays unuenal enter- prise in bringing their reports of news items up to dato. é E ‘ers, of Kenosha, ia expected to rejoin his class next term, and to add now strength to tha University nine. ‘bo Directors of the University Base-Bail Association bave appoiuted two Captains, who have picked out two nines which mill practice s3 often as possible, and from which the Universit; nine will be chosen’by the Directora. ‘Ihe unt- forma will be the same as that of last season, ex- cept that a cap will be worn instead of a hat. ‘The Evanston School of Individual Inetrac- tion is patronized by those unfortanates who have conditions to make up. is- ‘During last week's examinations a big grist of Juniors were overcome by * Heat.” - ‘The gymnasium bowling-alloy, the gift of the Sigma Chi Fraternity, will be finished this week. J. W. (Billy) Scott, 74, graduated from the Medical Department last week. Ailton is happy. " : "The Spade sud Serpent prize, established by the Senior society,,will be awarded next term. It ig for the benefit of that member of the Junior class who displays the highest scholarspip. One of the * Bibs" iv anephew of Charles Dickens. ‘The next term opens Tuesday. A short vaca- Hon. JOURNALISTIC. ‘The Evanston Herald became of age Friday,— having issued twenty-one puinbers,—and gave up the ghost. Mesure. Fillmore & Gray, the enter- prising pablishors, have straggled mantully, but wisely concluded to yicld to the inevitable, and have sold thoir sabecription list snd good-will to Messrs. Cavan & Childs, the publishers of the Index, who, being more firmly establizhed and enjoying better facilities, have secured most of the patronage of the Evanston public, which is not sufficient to support two pavers. The Index is as worthy representative of Evauston inter- ests, and may be expected to improve still moro in the future. ’ CENTENNIALISH, C. J. Gilbert, Esq., ia the first Evanston patriot to celebrate the Centennial 2: home. Duiing lust week, a fine addition to bis hand- some residence was made by P. S. Peterson, the Rosebill narséry man, who planted in his grounds a splendid Centennial” elm, 2 feet in diameter and over 50 feet high, which required twelve horses and thirteen men to handie. This is said to be the largest. tree ever transplanted in this Jocality, except the Centennial elm recently placed in Washington Park, Chicago. by Mr. Pe- terson. MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS. Capt. George IL, Gamble, formerly of the reg- ular army, was yesterday served with a subpaus requiring bis presence in Washington, to give testimony before one of the Congressional com- mittees relative to certain supposed anny frauds st, frontior poate at which he was formerly stationed. Chureh will be finished by July 4. Pitner & Son have just sold twelve lots in their First Addition for $21,000. x Robert Collyer delivered his celebrated lectiro on “Robert Burns,” Tuesday evening, at the Presbyterian Chureb, before 2 large audience. Beujamin ¥. Taylor will lecture in the samo place to-morrow evening, and will be grected with an overtlowing huciwo, unless the weather is very diabolical. é Tho last Saturday “conversation” at Mrs. Harbert’s was both interesting and profitable. Excellont masic was prowided by Miss Buck, a est of Mra. Olmstesd.; Mrs. Harbert read a fetter and three poems from Mary H. Krout, of indians ; Mrs, C. E. Browne gave & criticiam of ‘Middiemarch”; aod Mrs. Olmstead, of *+Adam Bede.” Thero will be a Love-Feast at the First Meth- odist Church at 9 2. m. to-day. ‘Mr. T. A. Cosgrove has gone East to spend several weeks. ii ‘Mr. Johu A. Peargons is hame from Michigan. The Rev. Dr. J. B. Wentworth has been nted. a month’s leave of abwenco by the First Methodist Church, and hopes to start for Eu- rope with his wife about May 1. Yt. god Mra Dasid Casseasy have gone to Kaueas to reside, ‘The Fey. B. Jobnaon, pastor of the Norwegian Methodist Church, was the victim of a donation purty Monday ovening. y Thero will be a gociadle at the First Methodist Church Thuraday evening. ; Mr. Gage is putting a nice bey-window.in his house, previoas to its occupancy by Bishop Harris. That's right. Bishops usnaliy appro- ciste a good aee.—Index. : ‘Some of the members of Beveridge Post, G. A. R.. made a fraternal visit to Reynolds Post, of Chicago, Thursday evening, acd were band- somely entertained. ‘The meeting of the M. F. Society announced for Friday evening waa postponed by reason of the storm, and the ‘ Dolly Varden Band” ia still in training. ‘The interesting drama, ‘Among the Bresk- era,” will be given at the roon of the Social Club Thursday evening. It is especially request- eal; thst those attending will bo prevent by 8. o'clock. . any ‘There was nothing of public interest develop- od at the Hurd-Brown trial Friday evening, ‘There will be another sedsion of tha Court to- morrow evening. . ‘SOUTH EVANSTON. z ‘The Sonth Evanston Social and Literary Club met with a treat Tuesday evening. It was oom on * Contrast,” composed and delivered by Maj. McConnel, of the Saturday Evening Heral The reading of this gentleman is impressive, and his poem is filled with poetic imagery and sound practical sense. After the poem, Gen. Juliua White thanked the reader. DESPiAINES. oxrruaky. ; ‘The numerous friends here and-elgewhere of Mrs. Sophia Moore will be grieved to learn of hor death, which sad event occurred at the resi- denee of her sister, Mra. Frank Whitcomb, on the 19th inst, The funeral zervices were held on Tuesday, and were attended by a large con- course of frietids, who deeply mourn her lose, ‘Mrs. Moore had béen for long time a sufferer from that incurable diseseé’consumption. Her sufferings weré borne with Christian fortitude and resignation. ‘The éervicea were conducted by the Rev. Mr. Wright, and nis remarks were’ fall of sympathy and consolation to the afflicted family. The remains were taken to the Park ‘idge Cemetery for interment. migge and ‘sire 3. E. Swartz sre bappy inthe arrival of sdsughter, who reached home on Wednesday. ae ‘ The friends of Mrs. A. Knott will be pained to learn of her severe illness. She has been con- fined to her room now for sit weeks with fever, and still there is no abatement of the dizesse, 2 BOARD OF TRUSTEES. Aspecial meeting of the Board of Trustees was held last week for the purpose of receiv- ing the reports of committees and appointing the time and place for holding the next annual election for Trustees and Clerk. and appointi the judges and clerk of election. ‘The Commutee on Jt adiclars reported adverse- Ty tothe payment of the bill of Measrsa. Par- sons, Lee & Co. On motion, considerstion was wstponed to the next meeting of the Board, The bill of F. Buesse for $73.75, for building a sidewalk on the new bridge, was reported back favorably from the Finance Committee and or- dered paid. The billa of S. Lee for lumber, and of W. Adams for repairing post-auger, were re- ferred to the Committee an Streets. fi _ On motion, the following persons were duly It is expected that tho new Prosbyterian | sppointed judges of election: J.D. = Ea Deron fast Moldenhauer, and ja motion, the ‘following pei e appointed olerks of the lection to bo. Ted a ie of April o + - O. the Sth of April next: 11. C. Senne and C. On motion, it was resolved thst'thecnnnal election for Trastees and & Clerk, to be hevi on ibe ae of April next, be held in the Bod : THE MOST SOTARLE SOCIRTY EVENT in this victnity the present ‘season was the mar Tisce Thursday last of Mr.-Jobn H: Coons and Mrs. Hattie H. Hurlburt, at the tes:dence of the br parents, Mr. snd Mrs. F. Edwards, of Northtield. The parties interested aro popular and widely known, and the event bas beeu long & matter of pleasant anticipation to the younc people of Desplainea.. Contrary, however, ta the Reneral Uemre and expectation, the wedding Was strictly a private one, the invited giosts be- ing hated to the relatives of the family and a few intimate frioods. The bour fur the cero- mony was fixed at 12 o'clock noon, the Rev. Mr. Wright tying the nuptiat keot in hiv usual bap- py and graceful manner. Tne groom was nnex- ceptionably drossed from attic tu basement, and looked as happy 2s" one should who had drawn Such an unexpectedly high prizo in the matrimo- nial lottery, The ‘bride was charming. Hor dregs was a heavy Locdon smoke silk, cot en- train,'trinmed with Honiton lace. hair in pails with flowers, without tho proverbial vel and orsage wreath. After the usual congratulations, the company ‘Were served mith refreshments provided with More than ordinary profusion aud excellence. Besides the parents of the bride and groom there Were present Mr. and Mrs. J. &. Edwards, Chicago, ar. and Mrs. Winchell, Northfield, Misses Roze and Mary Kernicott, Arlington Heights, Miss J. Doolittle, Chicago, Mr. C. Kennicott, Arlington Heights, and Messrs. Harry Knott snd Georga Hoptins, of Desplaines. Among tho presenis may be named a silver ser- vice from the bride’s parenta, toilet set from Miss Susie Edwards, a pair of ‘solid silver nap- kin rings from Mies Edith Hurlburt, silver card receiver from Mr.and Mra. Watkins, a pair of Bohemian vases from Mfrs. Woods, an exquisite copy of *Countre Life,” bound in gold and green, from Miss M. Keunicott, solid silvor cake basket from Mr. and Mrs. E. H, Winchell, sitver jelly spoon from Mr. G. Kennicott, two dozen silver tea-apoons from George Hopkins, two dozen silver forks from H. Knott.. The groom's present to the bride was an eicgont chain and ¢ross. ‘The bridal party took the 4a, m. train for os East, where they expoct to spoud several weeka. —— OTHER SUBURBS. LAE vIEW. . Lake View will keap her Centennial Fridsy, bat will depart from tho usual custom in so doing, and celebrate at tho front end instead of ‘the clogo of the period. There is no mistake this time, for the notification is official, On that dsy the water will tlow, and both pipes and Water Committee will be under high pressuro— the ono of water, tho other of oxcitoment—all day. At o'clock sm. the first streams will be thrown, at the corner of Tullerton avenuo and Halsted strect, and thereafter at yarions points throughout the town. The Water Com- mitteo will meet Monday and arrange a detinita programme for the day, which will be announced in Tus Toreost later in the week. Mr. Chap- pol bas been at work this month putting in tho remaining pipe at Ravenswood, aud but a smail portion remaios uniaid, tha work having been Somewhat interraoted by the weather. Ho con- fidently oxpects to deliver hia work to the town - in complete order and able to endure the se- Verast test, ‘Tue school elections wilt be held Satardsy from 5 to 7 o'clock p. n., when one Director will be chosen in esch of the three northern dis- tricts, and a Board of six in tho First District. In,tho istter the election will be held at the Di- yersey Street School, andin the other districts at their respective school-houses. 5x ‘The rogular:cancus wil bo held Saturday evening atthe Town-Hall, |: . Af persons desiring to correspond with resi- dents of Lake View would bear in mind that Mine-tenths of them never vaw the * Lake View ” Post-Ovice, aud do not even know where it is, their lettera would bo more spt ta reach their destination. ‘Lhe aforesaid Post-Onlice aupplies a small commanity of lees than fifty families living near Graceland. Tho dwellers north of thst point are supplied by the oflices as Ravenswood and Roseinl, or Havelock; while residents in tho large district to the sunth of it. contsining three-fourths of the whule popula~ tion, get their letters at tho office near tho city limita, styled. ‘Wright's Grove, . Chicago,” or gine at their places of business in the city. Tho Lake View office should have its. name changed to Graceland, which would obvisto much con~ fusion. .The Postmaster there. a few days ago, cleared out = large accnmulstion of material of all ages of deposit, from three daya to threo months, and sent it to the south end. ‘There was 8 theological candy-pull at tho Seminary last wees, when the confectionery evolved was of the most orthodox Presbyterian stripe. Ir the gentlemen sre able to furnis:y discourses o$ palatable ex ther “sweetueys Jong drawn out,” they will become most popular preachers. i Prof. F, L. Patton will deliver » lectaro on “Doubt” Friday evening, at the Fullerton Avo- ane Church, for the benetit of its Missionary Society. = = - Bo Gy ‘The Rev. Mr. Young will preach this morning and evening at tho Fuilerton Avenue Church. MBVING PARE. ‘The residence of Mr. H. E. Wookey was en- tered by burglars Wednesday evening. Two ovorcosts belonging to Micsars. Obarles and James Rodgers were taken. ‘The meeting of the Dramatic Society was held Thursday evening, and was 8 prouounced guc- cess. The hall was filled to its utmost capacity, even the standing room being all taken, pea be remembered that ladies were to be excinded from ail participation in the exercises, the parta being all filled by gentlemen. There seems to be a division of sentiment among the andience as to the merit of the performance in conse~ quence of this novel arrangement, tho gentle~ men all pronouncing it a great bore, while, sirange ag it may seem, the ladies, with equal unanimity, aseert that it was perfectly charming. * ‘fhe programme was divided in three parts, the tirst being wholly music, consisting of an opening chorus by the company, song by Mart Skenk, duet by Messrs. Sutherland and Pasha, song by H. E. Wookey, ballad by Mr. Skenx, snd comic song by Mr. Wookey. T’art second was “ Who Died First,” Messrs, Ed Dietz, Fred Paige, Will Brown, and Goorge Mills in the cast. Also, The Stage-Btrnck Darkey,” by Mesurs. W. Dewey and H. B. Wookey. The stump speech by Mr. J. E. Chamberlain, bis. subject being “The Defeat of Belknap,” was the most amns- ing feature of the entertainment. It was finoly done. Part third was devoted to tableaux, “Working to the Muelc,” “Sculptor’s Dream,” sod * Grand Centennial Tableaaz.” PARE LIDGE. The Dime Entertainment took place Friday evening, 84 previously annonnced. The terrible goow-atorm which was raging interfered sadly with the attendance, not even the enthusiasm of those who usually attend these popular perform- ances being sufficient to inducd them to brave the inclemency of the weather. It ia to be re- gretted, as the programme was an unusually fino one. The Chicago Quartetta Club, composed of Messrs. _H. Thomas, U. A. Dew, Charles Smith, and J. H. Wisdom, was the principal attraction. After the entertainment the Clab, in the driving storm, serenaded the Indies of Col. Robb’s fam- ity. Being invited in, a parlor concert was got- fon up, Which wae ‘none the less enjoyable be- esuse it was impromptu. . 4 The Rev. Mr. Whitchead, of Chicago, ‘wilt preach at the M.E.Cburch this morning sod evening, the pastor being absent. Atsrecent meeting of the Society of this church, Messrs. Charles Jones and Grabbs were eleated Trustees. Mr. Fred Dalton, formerly of this place, and recently of Arlington Heights, has determined to remove his paper, the Cook County chroale, to Chicago. Ic is understood that, though pab- lighed, in the city, it will continue to be devoted ta country and aubarbac interests. BARRINGTON. é AGerman by the name of Wyck was foand one day “last week near tho railroad track in s sengelesa condition. He had laid ont all night in the storm and aleet, probably under the influence of crooked whisky, and was uearly frozen. One of his fingere was badly injured, and it was found neceseary to amputate it, He was taken to the hotelsadcared fur temporarily, and, being 8 stranger and without wonev, was taken the next day to the County Hospital, To such citizens as live over the county line it ia court week, and several bave left for Wau- Kegan on litigious thoughts, intent. It ia _re- ried that one of the number, commonly called Eitea Charley, has taken board there for an indefinite length of time, haying been arrested for the theft of w harucss found in ‘his pos- session. X Pie ‘Ags the time for the spring election’ approaches there is a good deal of canvassing anil efection- eering being done in a quict way. There seoms tobe atixed determination manifested by the payers to elect only such men ag will do all in their power to lessen the burden of taxcx, which is felt to be intolerable. ~ Airs. Ennice Burlingham, widow of the late Samuel Burlingham, died on the Sb inst, as the ripe old age of neazly 85.