Evening Star Newspaper, March 28, 1891, Page 6

6 THE EVENING STAR: CITY AND DISTRICT. €F Tae Evexixe Stan's subscription list, the books of the office, and its presa and de- livery rooms are at all times open to the wel- tome inspection of any person having a color- able interest in the correctness of its claims as to circulation. This is a guarantee to adver- tisers that is given by few papers in the world, and by none other in Washington? EASTER CELEBRATIO: Gow the Festival Was Kept in Olden Times. (OE PRETTY CUsTOMS IN THE OLD WoRT.D—SUPER- STITIOUS BELIKFS—AFPROPRIATE MUSIC IN THE CRURCHES—HoOW EASTER MONDAY IS CELEBRATED IX WASHINGTON—xGo ROLLING, As Christmas is celebrated as the time of the sirth of our Saviour by brightening the lives af our friends with some token of love and by sheering the hearts of the poor by satisfying some want, so should Easter, celebrated as the day of the resurrection of our Lord, be a time of joy, which should find its expression by add- «ng in vome way to the happiness of oar fellow en. This joy is chown in all of our churches oy music, and everywhere by flowers. ‘There is no more fitting time than this for tharity and every one should give according to ais own ability to alleviate the suffering of the poor. ‘This Easter joy has made itrelf felt in all Christian lands. In some parts of Ireland there wull exists a superstition, which at one time prevailed in England also. 1t is that on Easter morning the sun dances in ti . It is prob- able that the people believe this on account of ihe joy they fecl themselves. “ In many countries this rejoicing is manifested im sports. In northern England the men for- merly paraded the streets and claimed the privilege of litting the women whom they met three thas and demanding a kiss or a sixpence nh payment. ‘TUR ESTER EGGS. But colored eggs have played the principal SHOOTING STARS, Evidently the Ground Hog has resumed busi ness at the old stand. Quinine is the only nine in the field yet. Now is the rain of sickness and the dynasty j of pneumonia. The weather, at least, has denied iteelf all luxuries during Lent. “Helen 0.” writes to say: “Gallantry is ever inconsistent.” Of course, it is, Helen. Don't you know that there can be no true gallantry unless there is a woman in it? A PHILADELPRIA STINE. “THi,* boss,” called an avenue bootblack, “have s shine? Philadelphia shine, only five cents.” “And what's Philadelphia shine?” inquired the passenger. “Nice, quiet one, sal And the boy didn’t know what a whack in the back he was giving Philadelphia either. The grip is no joking matter. fairy THE WEATHER. Public—indignantly: “Do you call this Easter weather?” Greely—hedging: “No; Nor’ Easter.” THE RETURN OF THR FUNERAL. Let down the curtains of their grief, Shut out from staring eyes, Their sorrows, quite beyond relief, Their large and frequent sighs. Respect the tears that they have shed, As sorrowing souls must do, And lightly touch the grieving bead, Whatever else you do. With kindly words essay to clear The gloom that has not fled, And strive in gentle ways to cheer part in Easter celebration in all Christian ntries. These eggs are sometime called ch eggs,” because they are given at Easter, wuich was formerly celebrated at the time of the feast of the passover. In Russia eggs of wax and more valuable materials, some- amos even of silver and gold, are given as presents and they often contain costly jewels. in presenting one of these eggs the donor says: “Christ is rixen,” and the vtner replies with a tiss aud the words “He is risen indeed.” Colored eggs have been used as presents in land also for along time. On 4 royal roll af the time of Edward I appears an entry of 18 pence for four hundred eggs to be used in this Iu Germany the boys and girls lie flat on the surf at the top of the hills and allow them- telyes to roll io the bottom. One of their num- ver emptics a basket of eggs as the others start 11 the children endeavor to get an egg be- re they reach the bottom of the hill. FROM THE OLD To THE NEW. To make a sudden transition from the old to dhe new world it may be said that Washington # the only place where egg-rolling is practiced @ agreat extent. Here, on the White House thousands of children assemble on nduy of each year to roll their eggs ocks back of the Executive Mansion. ft was formeriy the custom for the Presi ® receive the children im the east room, and ia Mr. Cleveland’s administration’ the 4housinds of children who entered the room at yue reception brought their eggs with them wd wished to divide them with the President. ‘A great many eggs were dropped on the ear- det and it was made almost unfit for use. This year the children will be received by the Presi- te 10 ‘The officials have, however, iecwied not to allow children who are alone to miter the White House, and even if they have heir parents with them they will be obliged to eave their baskets of eggs outside. XUSIC FOR THE LITTLE ONES. Capt. Densmore, chief usher at the White douse, said to a Sram reporter yesterday: When Mr. Harrison became President he dhought the children ought to have a musical eat at least once a year and he inaugurated tbe custom of having the Marine Band play when the children are gathered for their fes- of Easter Monday. has been greatly appreciated and the adds much to the joy of the occasion, ing an inducement for more children come. Last Easter Monday four generations ttood on the portico at the south of the Exec- ative Mansion. They were Dr. Scott, Presi- dent Harrison, Mra. MeKee and littie’ “Ben.” As they stood ‘they saw fully 10,000 people, arly all children, who were there to roll,their if the sun shines tomorrow and Monday shere will in all probability be more children ou the grounds and the Marine Band will be here to entertain them. ——— A CONGREGATION SHOCKED. An Insane Young Man Commences = Hat- rangue From the Altar of St. Matthew's. Yesterday afternoon at 2:30, as is usual on Good Friday, the service of the stations of the zross was being seid at St. Matthew's Church. The church was fairly well filled and Rev. E. A. Williams, who was reading the service, had reached the sixth station, which is vocated the second from the entrance on the 15th street side. The congregation was facing that way. and when a young, well-dressed man walked down the middle aisle no special atten- tion was paid him. The sanctuary gates were open wide and the man quickly stepped inside, mounted the altar steps, threw his umbrella and overcoat on the altar table, and before his actions were scarcely noticed began to make a wild harangue. He began: “Iam a man and a diciple, of Jerus Christ. The way to love ___ BIS HARANGUE INTERRUPTED. Re¥. T. J. Kervick, the assistant pastor, was in the sanctuary at the time, but his head be~ ing bowed he did not notice the man until he heard the voice. He recognized the fact at once that he hada lunatic to deal with, and, ceckoning to several gentlemen in the congre- tion, who, with Father Williams, at once me ‘to his assistance, they surrounded the man end, in spite of his furious resistance, pulled him into the sacristy. gentlemen immediately recognized him as Louis Dewees, son of Assistant Attorney F. P. Dewees. He gave no further trouble and talked quietly after a time, saying that he would not some back to the evening service, evidently presaming that be would be let go. Sexton pley went for a policeman and when Officer ‘Dewees was taken to the first Donovan arriv precinct station. Immediately after helping to carry Dewees from the altar, the two priests returned to the church, Father Kervick speaking afew words to reassure the frightened worshipers and Father Williams proceeding with the circuit of the stations. THE CONGREGATION SMOCKED. ‘The incident seemed to strike a cold chill to the heart of every one present, not so much for fear of bodily harm as for what was considered & profanation of the holiest spot in a Catholic cbureh—the altar. Many of the ladies present rushed to the doors, as did the thoroughly frightened altar boys, who blew out the lighted caudles they carried and prepared for izame- diate tight Mr. Dewees was shortly after he was taken to the station Louse visited by his father, who at ence took him home. His friends say that & recent severe attack of malarial fever has un- balanced bis mind, but until yesterday he gav no evidence of any serious turn that the y might take. His strength yesterday was that of madman, and the few words that he said were shouted so loudly that he was heard iy om the sidewalk. ——. An Expensive Pair of Shoes. Edward Thurston, a tall colored man, who ends shoes, stood before Judge Miller today snd accused Henry Newman, colored, of having twlen @ pair of shoes from his shop. ‘The cld man had white hair and a strip of white beard extended under his chin, giving the appearance of a collar. Newman ity to the charge against | ag tase bs was pemmmnaen te the gam “Who wuaded you?” asked Ji Miller. Teles ee, fhe prisoner. faa! Ee wlth pervansion ros neaded,” sid “was yourself ani the whisky bea dros: You ean pay a tine of $20 or tiaty es Soldiers of the Cross. Despive the rain which prevailed Inst oven- ing a lsxge number of Knights Templar ob-| gy) served the beautiful custom inaugurated twenty ago of attending divine service on Good it. ‘Lhe sermon, music flowers This picnic for the dead. Too full of sadness and so forth, To note what may have passed From gossip’s tongue, let them rejoice ‘That they aro home at last. ——_—_—_+e+ ____ THIS BEASTLY WEATHER, ‘Not Much Chance for Fine Weather on Eastcr janday. The chances for a “rosy Easter morn” do not seem to be altogether good today, and Easter only a few hours off! ‘The storm that is doing the damage has cut up rough ail round, and instead of passing quietly off to the northward and leaving a wake of balmy moistness behind it, it has hung on the Virginia coast and is taking its time to get out of the way in a most provoking manner. It isasort of a freak of a storm, anyway, as it has made peace with its other section. from which it parted company at Nashville, the re- union taking place some miles to the southeast of this city. A CHANCE FOR A CHAXGE. Still there is apparently a chance for = change, for the weather map this morning joy- fally announces a prediction for Washington of “clearing, no decided change in temperature, fair Sunday.” ‘The clearing forecasts extend as far north as Maine, so that it is evident that the weather shop thinks the storm is going to lose itself in the bosom of the great Atiai Washingtonians who are disposed to protest and grumble against this state of things should recollect that it might be infinitely worse. For example, it might turn much colder, and then the snow wouid be on the ground and the slush already there would freeze, and there would be untold discomfort and misery, so that there could be something worse; but it’ is very bad, withal. RAIN AND SNOWFALL YESTERDAY. There was a rainfall anda snowfall of an inch and three-quarters of water in Washington in the twenty-four hours ending at 8 o'clock this SAMUEL NORMENT’S WILL. How the Property of the Late Banker is Di- vided Among His Family. ‘The will of the late Samuel Norment was filed with the register of wills this morning. It was executed on the 17th day of September, 1889, and witnessed by Oliver T. Thompson, H. Browning and J. J. Branson. By its provisions Mrs. Norment receives as @ special bequest to her all the household fur- niture, books, pictures, articles of virtu, &e., in the family residonce, $28 M street northwest. Also his diamonds, watch and chain, and all his other jewelry, personal ornaments, trinkets, ce. Also $5,000 as a particular money legacy. Also one-third of all his other personal prop- erty of every kind, after payment of debts, for her sole use and benefit, absolutely and uncon: ditionally. Also one-i ‘ird of all his real estat for her life. Hethen, out of the residue of his estate, makes certain boqnests to his relatives, namel; $5,000 to his brother, Richard B. Norment; $5,000 to his sister, Mrs. Sue Winfield: £5,000 to his sister, Mrs. Ellen Kimbrongh; $8,200 to hus sister, Mra. Jane Thach; $2.000 to his niece, Lulu Trotter; — §2,000 to his niece, Jennie Grow, and $1,000 to his brother-in-law, Rev. James 'T. Ward. ‘These logacies, the will states, are in addi- tion to the moneys he has heretofore given his relatives and their families. All the residue of his estate is to be equall divided among his five children, Clarence morning, and the rivers are rising slightly in the east.’ But there is no prevailing danger of a freshet anywhere. ‘The wind, though hanging persistently in the north and east for some hours, is subdued in strength and is now not very disagreeable, The thermometer has risen slightly. Travel on the streets is confined almost tirely to those folks who are absolutely obliged to be out of doors, and the overshoe men drive a brisk trade. The flapping of the damp mackintosh and the plunk of the soaked rubber shoe as it strikes the slush are to be heard on all sides, and folks wouder if the end is not near. DAMAGE TO TELEGRAPH WIRES. The storm has up to the present done no damage to the telograph lines in the vicinity of Washington. An official of the Western Union Telegraph Company said to a Stan reporter this morning that a number of wires came down Yesterday between Baltimore and Phila- delphia, but that the company has handled promptiy all matter given it, A few wires are jown between Martinsburg, W. Va., aud Cum- berland, Md., but all telegraphic communica- tion has been carried on without delay. pease Ma A POST OFFICE DISPLAY, It Will Be Made in the Patent Centennial Parade. The city post office has been requested to take part in the parade on April 10 in connec- tion with the celebration of the patent centen- nial in this city. The invitation will probably be accepted, and the office intends to make a ble display that will’ show the various that help in the active delivery of the city’s mail. First will come a piatoon of c riers in uniform, then the men who do the col- lecting, mounted on bicycles; then the special delivery boys, also in uniform and on whecls; then the collectors in their cabs and lastly a number of the big general mail wagons. This part of the parade will be something quite unusual and interesting. ‘The parade comes at a convenient hour s0 far as the post office is concerned, but still only as many men will be de ‘as can be spared without detriment to the service. 2 ALEXANDRIA. ] WASHINGTON AND ALEXANDRIA TRANSIT. Whatever there may be in the boom now being organized here by Alexandria's most en- terprising citizens the “best hold” Alexandria has at present is its holdon Washington, and the drawing from thence of people to buy its vacant lots and put up or oceupy dwellings on its decent fae yp sae and electrie-lit streets, with its schools, churches and all the comforts of community that, not desiring style, is accustomed to be has the best of health Quick, ready and cheap transit to the capital is most important. The Semand for this communication is increas- ing its supply. Three local trains will be added on Monday nextto the Alexandria and Wash- ington transit on the W. ern railroad, and within « few months a fue fast steamer will be added to the Alexan- dria and Washington ferry line, and the ferry accommodations will be improved at ail points. It is not too much to say that if these accommodations of transit had existed at the clove of the war thousands of the people then domiciled here would never have moved away, and t as thin city would now havea ulation, 000 with # prospect of 50,000 ih the next decade. ~) NoTzs. President Clarke of the Washington and Nor- folk steamboat line has bought for €4,500 the MeVeigh warehouse and wharf at the foot of Prince street and it is understood that he will extend the pier and make the property the Alexandria depot and landing place of the new Washington and Norfolk steamers. isase Turner, a U.S. pensioner, died at his home on Potomac street here yesterday. Kev. Father Charter preached the passion sermon at the Catholic church here last night. ‘The First Graduate. The first graduate of the training school for nurses ut the Garfield Hospital will receive her diplome on Tuosday, the ist instant. The lady is Miss Margaret A. Mullan of Philadelphia,and the ‘occasion will be made one of some note to the institution. During the year there will be a number of graduates, who will reeeive their diplomas singly, as in this instance, but after- ward one annitl occasion will be devoted to that purpose. Shis occurs from necessity in consequence of the entrance of pupils at the an to put on comforable and and the purest of water. ditt t the of itis tool bar. ‘There are at t thirteen Sry eho wes electadpreaident of Justice Harlan, who president board of di to fill the vacancy left b the death of Justice Miller, will deliver an dress Tuesday, and many other prominent per- ‘rida, loot claim tothe knights and. their friends —< ted to be ‘The exer- Cisco will tao place at &G'clock in tbe after- Bouth- | Norment, Mrs. Ulie N. Hurley, Mrs. Ida Smith, Miss Ellie Norment and Harry Norment, the Portions to his daughters to be held in ‘trust for them for their lives and on their death to their children, if any, certain advances to Clas .d Mrs. Hurley to be deducted from their shares. ‘The will provides particularly for the man- agement and division of the estato by the trus- tees, and appoints James S. Edwards and his son, Clarence F. Norment, executors and prin- cipal trustees and also trustees for his oldest daughters. Mrs. Norment, his widow, is ap- co trustee and testamentary guardian for er children, Ellie and Harry Norment. The will is of thirteen printed pages, each signed by the testator and witnesses at the foot. It was presented to Judge Montgomery for probate, with the petitions of Jas. 5S. Edwards and Clarence Noriuent, the executors, stating that he died on March 28,and estimated amount of the personal property is 275,000, and there is no objection of the parties at interest to the probate. Judge Montgomery made an order directing letters testamentary to Messrs. Edwards and C. F. Norment on giving bond in $50,000. geaiachis- teoan THE GRIP IN WASHINGTON, Health Officials Do Not Believe It Epi- demic--Colds That Pass for Grip. The health authorities of the city do not think that the grip is anything like epidemic here now. There are, however, many persons suffering from colds and many of the cases | tp, have developed into pnenmonia and proven fatal, but the records at the health office show that grip has been given as tho cause of death in only two cases and in these instances the pneumonia was also given. ‘The term grip is not # professional name for the disease, but it is a popular one, which the doctors say is also fashionable, and the natural consequence is that persons who suffer from = severe cold all think they have the grip. The term grip wad probably first used during the time that Tyler was President. There was a disease similar to what is now called grip prev- alentat that time and it was called “Tyler grip.” Persons were first affected with a cold and then a chill followed and the ailment ended with a stiff neck. It was not an unusual thing then to see persons walk- ing along the street with heads upright. When called from behind they had to turn their whole bodies as their necks were too stiff to be turned. ‘The grip itself the doctors do not regard as dangerous, but when persons are taken sick they neglect themselves and their carelessness resiilts ina case of pneumonia or some other throat or lung disease. Reports show that there area great many persons sick, whether from the grip or other WASHINGTON, D.C, SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 1891—SIXTEEN PAGES. NOTES FROM ANNAPOLIS, Change in Commanders to Come—What the Cadets Are Doing Generally. Correspondence of The Evening Star. U. 8. Navan Acapemr, Axxapouis, Mp., March 27, 1891. Commander Glass will be relieved # com- mandant of cadets on April 1 by Commander Chester. Commander Glass is relieved by his own request in order to accept orders to the Mare Island navy yard, San Francisco, the latter station being more desirable to him. His successor, Commander Chester, is an offi- cer of experience, culture and undoubted sin- cerity. During Commander Glass’ term of duty the department of discipline founded by him has received its full development, and al- though it met with some opposition asa new departure it has proved that a due attention to the military bearing of the cadets will greatly increase their appearance and efficiency. EXTENDING THE GROUNDS, The academy grounds are to be extended to tho westward to include the tract of land of about ten acres occupied by the city gas works. ‘The work of removing the buildings on it and grading it is progressing rapidly. The appropriation recently voted for the erection of a gymnasium hore being insufficient for the purpose, nothing will probably be done for the present except possibly to the old one. Ihe old gymnasium is the most historic building of the place. It was originally Fort Severn, and with itslow, circular walls, pierced by the small guns, was presumed to be un adequate defense for the harbor. Later it became the dancing ball and now serves as & training piace for such young athletes as com- oxed the foot ball team that laid the West ointers low last November. A BASE PALL TEAM. A base ball team has been arranged as fol- lows, and every spare moment sees the boys diligently practicing that they may be ready to keep the laurels Capt. Emrich’s foot ball team won last winter: Laws, 91, c., lowa; Hartung, "91, p., Iowa; Monie, “gi, s.8., California; Mack lin, ‘92, 1b., New York; Potter, '93, 2b., New York; Johuson, '94, 3b., Ohio; Ridgely, 'Ss, Lf, Georgia; McCormick,’94, r.f., Michigan; Izard, "94, c.f., South Carolina.” The team is managed by G. W. Laws, '91, and is open to play college teams on the Saturdays from now until June 6. THE EASTER HoP. No regular Easter hop will be given this Year, but instead the officers will give a large hop on April4. It is possible also that a ma- jority of the eadots will ask permission to give ‘8 serics of hops, in accord with the superintend- ent’s plan of having the whole corps and not a single class give them. ‘Tho iron hand of authority says gambling must go in the Naval Academy Club, and that throwing dice or “pitching pennies” for drinks is gambling. The result is» suddencd expres- sion on the face of the habitual winner in such contests, and a falling off about 80 per cont in ¢ club receipts. THE ORDNANCE PROVING GROUNDS. The work of moving the naval ordnance proving grouuds from Annapolis to Indian Hill, on the Potomac, is progressing rapidly. Many valuable results in the sciencs of gunnery have ensued from the work at the cld station. En- sign Dashicll has gone to the new grounds. Licut. Green and Ensign Gill remain at the old station. The armor plates with carbonized surfaces soon tobe tested are expected to give valuable results, the process of their manufac- ture is secret and the tests will not be public, yet the results will soon be known. PERSONAL NOTES. Lieut. W. F. Fullam has lately reported for duty at the academy, and has been assigned to the department of ordnance and gunnery. He is known throughout the service as an authority on infantry tactics, but he will not take charge of the infantry battalion this year. Surgeon Harmon will go to ca in about three weeks after over three years’ efficient duty at this station. Naval Cadet Macfarland, whose home is in Washington, has almost recovered from the painful accident received while fencing at the athletic tournament two weeks ago. Assistant Surgeon Evans has been ordered to the Asiatic squadron. He will leave ina few causes. The doctors, as a rule, do not think that another epidemic of the disease is likely to fol- low, unless the weather remains bad for an un- usually long time. ast es SAM. STRONG’ WILL. He Ww Competent, but the Jury rie Undur Influence to Have Been Used. In the Circuit Coart, Judge Cox, this morn- ing the jur, in the case of Strong et al. agt. Cook et ul.—issues as to the validity of the will of the late Samuel Strong—found a verdict nullifying the will. © The case had been on trial for over @ month and to the validity of the will. Col. Strong had been before the courts with a case against the District for work done under the board of pub- lic works amounting to about $300,000, and has had various counsel, among them Gen. B. F. Butler and Mr. Cook. The case was several times referred toarbitrators and awards in various amounts made which were subse- quently set aside and the last award was in the neighborhood of $60,000. Against this Gen. Batler filed a bill to enjoin the payment until fees for his services had been paid, and this case had not been disposed of at the time of his death. Col. Strong made a will about » year ago in which he named Col. Cook, Mr. Penni- field and his brother Robert as executors and also appointed guardians to his children, directing that the litigation be carried on. Against the probate of this will a caveat was filed in which the brother, Robert Strong, joined, and the questions were as to the testa- mentary condition of Col. Strong. whether undue influence was used, was anything added after it had been read over to him, and was it the last will. The case, as stated, was commenced last month, Gen. Butler and O. D. Barrett for the caveators and Mr. H. E. Davie for the caveatee. Capt. Cole was associated with Mr. Davis, but on his appointment as district attorney found it necessury to retire from the case. ‘The case was given to the jury yesterday afternoon with instructions when they agreed to make a sealed verdict. A conclusion was reached at 2:30 o'clock this morning, and on the opening of the court it was opened, and, after the jury had been polled, it was recorded. ‘The verdict finds that Strong was at the time capable of making a valid deed or contract; that it was made under undue influence; that the words “‘to serve without bond” were added after the will had been read over to him, and that the paper was not the last will of ’Col. Strong. avis gave notice of a motion to set aside the verdict on the ground of inconsistency. — oa Aid for Conductor Bronaugh. The foliowing contributions have been re- ceivedtat Tux STAR office in aid of the crippled conduetor, Bronaugh, and his aged and in- valid moth Heretofore acknowledged. a a ve Bed ee BS, ee Be SSaesssss i days. a THE FEDERAL CONSTITUTION. How the Clause in Regard to the Issue of Patents Was Inserted. In the magazine of American History for April is an interesting article by Lewis H. Campbell, which for the first time sets forth in print the way in which the clause in regard to inventions was inserted in the Constitution. ‘The proceedings of the fedcral convention relating to the insertion in the Constitation of a clause giving power to Congress to grant pat- ents for inventions may be bricfly told. On came up onissues from the Probate Court as pMay 29, 1787, Edmund Randolph of Virginia opened the business of the convention by sub- mitting a series of resolutions known as the “Virginia plan.” Then Charles Pinckney of South Carolina laid before it the draft of a fed- eral government which he had prepared. There was no mention in any of these schemes of any power to grant patents. ‘They were referred to a committee and the committee subsequently reported in favor of Mr. Randolph's plan, which, however, had been amended in the committee of the whole house. Still no reference to such power was made. Discussion of the “Virginia plan” was post- poned until Mr. Patterson of New Jersey could submit a plan. NEITHER PLAN ADOPTED. Both of these plans were referred to the committee of the whole, which reported again in favor of Mr. Randolph's plan as the basis of the Constitution. After debating the report for overa month all the proceedings of the convention up to that time were referred to a committee of detail appointed for the purpose. Thirteen days later the committee made a report, but ill there was no provision for granting patents. ‘These details of the proceedings of the conven- tion are only given to show that practically the Constitution ad been agreed upon before it occurred to any member to suggest the power of granting patents. || «MADISON AND PINCKNEY's SUGGESTION. August 18, nearly three months after the convention had been in session, James Madison of Virginia arose in his place and “submitted, in order to be referred to the committee of de- tail, certain powers as proper to be added to those of the general legisla- ture.” Among these powers were two: “To' secure to literary authors their copy- rights fora limited time,” and “vo encourage by premiums and provisions the advancement of useful knowledge and divcoverics.” On the eame day Charies Pinckney of South Carolina rlso submitted a number of propositions, among which were: ‘To grant patents for useful in- ventions,” and “to secure for authors exclusive rights for a certain time.” THE PATENT PROPOSITION ADOPTED. The propositions of both these gentlemen were referred to the committee. On August 31 such parts of the Constitution as had not been acted on were referred to @ committce composed of ‘one member from each state, and among these undisposed parte were the propositions to give Congress the power to grant patents for inventions. Mr. Madison, but aot | Mr. Pinckney, was of this committee. On September 5 the committee reported and recommendod, among other things, that Con- grees have the power “to promote the progress of science and useful arts by securing for limited times to authors and inventors the ex- elusive right to their respective writings and discoveries.” This was agreed to without a dissenting vote. In the final revision of the style and arrangements of the ariicles in the Constitution this clause became paragraph 8, section 8, of article 1, where it has ever since remained. A Prominent Maine Man Dead. Rufus Prince died at Lewiston, Me., yester- day. He was sixty-six years old, had been con- years and was president of that body. He wus state senator in 1879 and 1880, was member of Gov. Corey's council and was president of the Maine Universulist convention und of the Maine state grange. He was frequently men- tioned as the next republican eandi- nected with the State Agricultural Society twenty | ‘Lhus it is seen that the distin; of sub- Malet WHAT PROMPTED THEIR ACTION. Both of them were revolutionary patriots of marked ability and wide legislative experience, but neither appears to have had any special interest in science or the useful arte. They doubtless wero prompted to this uction by, the nin a —_—~eo—_____. Monten From the New York Sun. Joseph K. Tovle, governor of Montana, is making an eastern trip and is at present at the Fifth Ayenue Hotel. He talked polities for » Cleveiand’s letter on the silver question. “That letter,” he said, “has killed Grover Cleveland dead in Montana. It was his land commissioner Gov. Toole Says Cleveland is Dead in| Paper in equal reasou to belo ! with tse slates of ind while yeaterday afternoon in the hotel corridor with the ims of viduals, same motives advanced by Mr. Madiso ‘Federalist in adverting The cop; vi Sake tape Thee ahs to metal Inventing with to the inventors, this | tional banks, which can be ut necessity. * peer pt pee A ae 7 Co.—One of largest most favorably known companies on the road—the Metualitwhige ie now under the sole tot ‘Askin, will present a popular — at next week as a special holiday ‘The artista.now comprising the company, a ese een aes ell, Annie Meyers, , Jackson, Corn Hen Dighy Ball, Chaun- cey Olcott, Charles W. . F. Roches- ter, Fred H. Frear, Wm. Blaisdell, with Signor Tomasi as musical director. This company has been meeting with continued success every- where and has been adding to its popularity at each performance, not only by reason of the people composing it, but by reason of the nt- ‘tive operas present 1e repertoire for the week is as follows: “Clover,” Monday} “Indiana,” Wednesday and day; “Ihe Black Hussar,” Friday and Sat and Saturday matinee, with Digby Bell in original character of Pigfow. ‘mEaTRICAL Mecmanice Bewxgrit.—The fifth annual benefil of the theatrical mechanics of Washington, which embraces those of all the theaters in town, will be held at Albaugh’s Wednesday afternoon, April 9. The following artists have volunteered their services and wi sppeat, with others not yet heard from: Panline fall Opera Company in second act of “Er- minie,” “The Burglar” Company, Jeannie Win- ston, Wm. T. ‘leton, Washington Banjo, Guitar and Mandolin Club, Blanche Chapman, Lone and Beagle, champion, all-around shots; Drum Major Llewellyn, Prof. Eline, dissolving views, and Wm. Minster, violinist. A change of scenery in full view of the audience will be made by the theatrical mechanics. ‘The orches- tra will be under direction of Prof. Bernays and the theater will be decorated by Morgan A. Sherwood. Yate Guegz Civs.—The Yale Glee and Banjo Club, appearing at Academy of Music Monday night, is well known to Washington people, and the large and fashionable audiences which these young gentlemen invariably attract to their concerts throughout the land are a high com- liment to both their social and artistic merits. 1e Yale Club is generally considered to be the boat exponent of college music in the country. Not only the rollicking songs of the campus and the bright fancies so happily illustrated by collegians, but also the glees of a higher order aro rendered by them with admirable effect. ‘Tho Banjo Club, which includes thirteen in- struments, has grown immensely popular. The program of the club is particularly good thi year and includes “Neath the El nibal Idyl,” “She Was But Seven,” “Medley and ».” by the Glee Club; “Dn Bist Wie Eine by Mr. Robinson and club; “Predica- ment,” by Mr. Cooley and club; “That's All,” by Mr. Runyon and club, and “Yellow Bird.” by Mr. Wurts, whose whistling is marvelously jure and soft. ‘The Banjo Club will render the Nadjy waltz, a potpourri from the “Gondo- liers,” and the “Funeral March of the Marion- ette.” ‘The proceeds of this concert are to be devoted to fund for the assistance of poor students at Yale. Tickets at Metzerott’s. Hansus'—"Far Mxx’s Cier.”—The comedy for presentation at Harris’ Bijou next week is the*Fat Men's Club,” with J. C. Stewart, the fattest, and a good company as members of ii It is a ‘plotiess work like any other fat men’s club would be, and it is joliyon the same principle, There area number of hits at the Initiation ceremonies in secret societies, which are good. ‘the company includes Daisy Rams- den Warner, John E. Drew, C. W. Ernst, Mrs. Maude Beverly, Miss June Burbank and Miss Edna Farren, besides the Albion Brothers in acrobatic feats and Miss Florence Marion in character sketches. Keusax's—Mvtpoox, Krnmary axp Gatery Gruus.—Kernan’s next week will have the star show of the season in the way of a diversified entertainment warranted to pleaso all comers, with an extra Easter Matinee on Monday as an eyo‘opener. ‘The combination includes the champion wrestler and trainer, William Mul- doon, and the well-known heavy weight, Jake Kilrain, fresh from jhis fight with Godfrey, in and ure athletic exhibitions and contests, and that famous fascination, the London deville company makes an ensemble appearance in ‘The Artist and the Model,” which is followed bya long list of attractive ‘specialties in song and dance, knock-about eketches, musical eccentrics, Spanish dances, shadowgraphs, &c. In the other branch Muldoon will pay #50 to any man who will stand before him for fifteen minutes or before Kilrain for four rounds. Sebastian Miller, the man who breaks stones with his hands, is a feature. SacRED Ciassic Reapixos.—Marguerite Sax- ton appears in sacred classic readings on Easter Sunday evening at Wonn'e Hall, 721 6th ect northwest. ‘The Lord’s Prayer, Pope's Universal Hymn,” “Jepthath’s Daughter” and other fine recitations are included in her ex- ceptionally tine program. Miss Saxton is widely known and will likely attract a select and cultivated audience. Levy Coxcrnt.— Wednesday afternoon, April 1, at 2:80, and again in the evening at § two grand concerts will be given at the Academy of Music by Jules Levy, the famous cornetist, and his great American band, assisted by Mlle. Stella Costa, soprano; Mlle. Jacobina Wich- man, contralto; Signor Barron Berthold, tenor, and ‘Signor Leon Sabbatelli, baritone. The popularity of Jules Levy's cormet playing is as ge around as tho world and his music is of the class that inspires the multitude and leases every ear. ‘The artists who are with im are of his own selecting, and that is the highest recommendation, and » high-class pop- ular program will be presented. Tickets at Droop’s. Fouxpay M. E. Cuvrcu.—At Foundry M. E. Chureh on next Monday evening s concert will be given for the benefit of the Methodist Home for the Aged. The program will be an enjoya- ble one, consisting of selections by well-known vocalists, a chorus of fifty voices and the Wash- ington Orchestral Club, under the direction of Mr. R. R. Strattan. Saxruey Coxceer. — Charles Santley, for thirty years the leading buritone of England, arrived in York last Monday, and aftera day or two of rest proceeded to Montreal where he gives his first concert in this coun- try next Wednesday. The first day's sale of tickets in Montreal amounted to over $2,000, and there is a like desire to hear hhim wherever he is announced to appear, "His concert here will be given on April i4. Many will remember the success of his first American tour in 1871. At the invitation of Mr. Santley’s manager the Choral Society will take part in the concert here. ‘The sale of seats opens next Wednesday morning at Motzerott’s. ‘Tux Scaanwexxa Rectrat.—Next Friday evening Xaver Scharwenka, the eminent com- poser and pianist, gives piano recital at the Academy of Music, presenting a well-varied program, which includes several of his own composition. The proposed international con- servatory to be established in New York with Herr Scharwenka at the head is al sured fact, nearly the uccessat stock having been subscribed. "Herr Schar- wenka hus made a social “hit” in addition to his success as @ pianist. Ho comes to Wash- ington with many letters of introduction, and as court pianist io the Emperor of Austria he is certain of a welcome in diplomatic circles. Programs and tickets at Metzerott’s. Cannot. Ixstrrvre Lecrcrz.—Hev. D. J. Stafford, D. D., will deliver the next lecture of the Carroll Institute course at Masonic Hall next Tuesday evening. The subject. quence in Shakespeare, will be illustrated with readings and recitations. Seats at Ellis’, 60 cents. Ouretat Covxer, No. $12, Royal Areanum, will give a musical entertainment and hop at the National Rides’ Armory next We iy evening. Sse ‘Will Meet Its Obligations. The 43¢ per cent loan, of which a little more than $5,000,000 is now outstanding, will mature September 1 next. Treasury officials say there will be no trouble whatever in meet- ing it and that it was regarded asa matter of 60 little concern that it was not thought necessary to bring it to the attention of Congross. The department stands ready now to redeem these bonds with interest to maturity, and the small amount presented each day is taken aa an indi- cation that the holders are in no particular hurry to dispose of them. A. pri ficial raid this aftornoon that the department of Soa Sata eae eect about it aise Ss EASTERTIDE IN LONDON. ‘The Fashionable World Has Fied to the Continent. ‘TO THE PRINCE OF WALES—MRS. MACKAT'S PALACE Special Cable Letter to The Evening Star. Loxpox, March 27.—The city is practically deserted. Society and polities are left to at- tend to themselves, for the leaders of society ‘and the politicians have fled. And they have fled in every direction. The trains to the con- tinent are running filled. Other trains that lead into the north are almost as heavily laden, but, of course, it is the balmy air and the doles far niente existence of the southern countries that attracts the crowds. The prime minister is in the south of France, and that other dis- tinguished member of the government family, Mr. Ashmead Bartlett, has gone to Italy. Those who have followed the example of two wise exiles certainly have made the best seleo- tion. The picture of a luxuriant verdure and the delightful tally-ho excursion along the shores of the inland sea are particularly grate- ful to Londoners, who have experienced for the past two or three months the climate of Labra- dor, a climate that stiil continues without abate- ment or without promise of change. ‘WILD TIMES IN IRELAND. But whatever may be the exodus from Eng- land, events in Irelandare uninterrupted. The boisterousness of the weather is put in the back ground by the riotousness of the electioneering contestants. It is claimed by experts in the language that more, new epithets have been adi to the English tongue during the past six months in Ireland than were ever introduced at any period heretofore, and & greater variety of uses to which the shelalogh might be put were discovered than even most ardent attendant of Donnybrook ever imagined. The tory papers are cracking jokes while the contestants arezcracking heads. The sapers are sprinkled with this melancholy witti- ciem that the English reader looke upon as side splitting, and they are all inspixed by the mixed condition of Irish affairs. They talk about Dalton, on trial at Tipperary, while Morley. Dillon ‘and O'Brien solemnly ‘testify that the accused is one of the most ble men on earth, incapable of violence and much more this | likely to hug Healy than to strike him, but the papers cautiously ask in view of Dillon and ‘Brien vouching for Dalton, who will vouch for Dillon and O'brien? The river ¥ el us, Nymphs, what pe ~ _Bhinilever wash the river Miuwe? On the other hand Healy accuses Dalton of giving him what he calls a “felon blow,” and Whilo ‘sympethy or, interest excites the’ com- ments that are made on either side, the true condition of affairs seems to indicate that “honors are easy RELIGIOUS OBSERVANCES IN SPAIN. While one conspicuous Catholic country is mak- ing holy week a pandemonium and forgetting all about its religion in its desire toclect a Parneli- ite or an anti-Parnellite, the other, and we say the only other Catholic country, good Spain, is observing all the obligations of the season with the most couscicntious decorum. A correspondent from Madrid writes: “No Catholic country in Europe keeps so steadily as does Spain to the requirements of the season. Independently of the famous ceremonies at Toledo and Seville, which this year have at- tracted an unusual number of foreign visitors, especially English and American, other cities and other shrines strictly observe the most solemn rites, and in the total suspension of profaneactivity during three days of this week Madrid does become truly a ‘City of Silence.’ From early morning to sunset no carriage, no tram car and no other vehicle is tolerated on the streets. Thousands of the faithful slowly pass from church to church complying with the very letter of the rule that seven churches be visited. Even royalty does his pilgrimage on foot on Holy ‘Thursday. ‘fhe Spanish women always wear dark attire and the ful man- tillas for such ceremonies in the churches.” QUEEN CHRISTINE'S CUSTOM. Queen Christine is infected with that Austrian fad about washing fect that we talked of last week. She does even better than her imperial relative, the Emperor Francis Joseph, for she takes upon herself the duties of both the em- peror and empress. She gets together twelve immaculate old men and twelve untarnished old women and they are duly prepared, as in the case of the Vienna custom, set upon a plat- form and the queen walks in ‘before them and wrinkles them with Florida water. But she joes not stop at this; she goes one better than her imperial tutor, Francis Joseph; she after- ward has these two dozen assorted subjects brought into the royal banquet hall and there, in tl presence of the entire court, of diplomatic corps and 1,500 privileged visitors, she acts as waitress to them for an entire meal, serving them throughout the menu, from soup to cigarettes. ANTIPATHY TO THE HEBREWS. It is not at all likely that the Emperor of Ger- many will ever fall into such picturesque cus- tom as Christine and Francis Joseph have adopted. Nevertheless William has his preju- dices, and among them isa Pronounced one against the Hebrews. It is understood that he has privately intimated to the Prince of Wales that it will not be at all agreeable to to meet the prince's millionaire Hebrew friends when he visits London this summer. ‘This hint has made it necessary for the Prince of Wales to delicately but firmly suggest to Baron Hirsch that business affairs of an im- portant character should require his attention on the continent about the time when the em- peror reaches London. Baron Rothschild has also been warned that he should look to his gardens out at his country seat about the same period. Reuben Sasson has been convinced that his health will make it necessary for him to go to Brighton at the very moment William leaves Berlin, and it is. on the cards that Baron Reuter is to be taken seriously ill. This is one of the unpleasant duties of royalty, to wound the feelings of accommodating subjects in order to satisfy the prejudices of visiting nabobs, and how exceedingly unpleasant a this must have been to the Prince of Wales may be appreciated by the fact that it is on dit that Baron Hirsch has just loaned to him one million of doliars without interest. TALK ABOUT HOUSES. The subject of houses, rather a singular one, no doubt, has demanded a great deal of inter- estin London recently. The first is that for- merly belouging to Ghektspeasn sada ube tae pleasure in seeing the antique preserved and the mementoes of great men kept from destruc- tion =. bear met ripaset a bill was passed through parliament this weck mak: the home of Shakespeare a piece of natior roperty. It is now saved from all attempts to Saseay ar cuanove 1k En! September, 1847, this house was put up for sale in Robins’ auction room and never before the present week has it been actually secure from the danger of being porehased either by private iconoclasts here or rnums in America. The next house that has excited attention is that kept by the queen at Grasse, for the which her majesty pays $600 ‘When there 1s Airs. John W. which Mr. Sendford spent over 100,000 in improving; the staircases uit of ure marble, cost that gentleman 40,000 ster- Bon fe iid H H i i The Royal Baking Powder is injurious reliable baking powder offered to AUCTION SALES. Government Chemists Have certified to the remarkable purity and wholesome- ness of the Royal Baking Powder, and to its superiority as a leavening agent over all other Baking Powders: composed ingredients. It does not contain either alum or other ingre: phosphates, or The Royal Baking Powder is undoubtedly the purest and most Henry A. Mort, M.D., Ph.D. The Royal Raking Powde: i: purest in quality and highest in stren, of any Baking Powder of which I have knowledge. ” ee of pure and wholesome Epwarp G. Love, Ph. D. the public. en ee Wa. McMurrrie, Ph. D, __AUCTION SALE M4" 6! mayor ways GREAT HORSE FAIR GREAT HORSE SALE! GREAT HORSE SALE! 250 HORSES. RAISED AND TO THE MANOR BORN. THE PRODUCTS OF MARYLAND AND VIRGINIA STOCK FARMS, WILL BE OFFERED FOR SALE AT AUO- TION, COMMENCING MAY FIFTH, aT “NACIREMA,” MY BREEDING FARM, LO- CATED HALF AN HOUR'S RIDE FROM BALTIMORE, MD. HORSES WILL BE ON EXHIBITION COMMENCING APRIL 28. THE LIST WILL BE BEADED BY “HENRY M. STANLEY,” STALLION (No. 12,078), A GRANDSON OF “DANIEL LAMBERT.” “GORDON PASHA.” STALLION, A VERY SUB- STANTIAL AND REPRESENTATIVE CLEVE- LAND Bax. ‘Then follow the get of horses in whose veins flow the blood of such sires as “HANNIS,” “DUNDEE,” “PATRICK HENRY,” “WOODFORD,” “MAMBRINO," “WINKET,” LTAN 1.." “ORANGE BLOSSOM” AND OTHER NOTED HORSES. All the stock is of rare individual excellence and choicest breeding. In the lot will bo STANDARD BRED TROTTERS, NORMAN AND PERCHERON, CLYDESDALE HORSES, FRENCH COACHERS, CLEVELAND BAYS, HACKNEY HORSES, COUPE HORSES, SADDLE HORSES, HUNTERS. CATALOGUES READY ABOUT APRIL 10. ‘Mars will be issued showing the pretty ‘Grive to **Nacirewa.” ‘Time of Special Train will begiven itlater advertisement, when name of Auctioneer will also be announced. For further in- formation address or epply to FELIX AGNUS, 1 Baltimore, Ma. ATIMER & SLOAN, Auctioneers, 1400 G street, near S. Treasury, Washington, SALE BY CATALOGUE. ‘THE SUPERB AND EXTRAORDINARY COLLECTION OF ‘MRS. MOSSEL OF LONDON, PARIS, AND ZWANENBUGWAL STRASSE, AMSTERDAM, EMBRACING SUPERB LARGE FRENCH AND DUTCH CABI- NETS, LARGE SECRETARIES, SOFAS, CHAIRS AND OTHER RARE SPECIMENS OF THE EMPIRE AND LOUIS XIV, XV AND XVI PERIODS, RARE PIECES OF CARVED IVORIES, AND WONDERFUL SPECIMENS OF CARVED JADES AND ANTIQUE SPECIMENS OF OLD IRISH, DUTCH, FRENCH AND ENGLISH REPOUSSE SILVER. GENUINE OLD PAIR SEVRES VASES, (WARRANTED.) BOUGHT ORIGINALLY aT CHRISTIES AND MANSON’S, LONDON. VERY LARGE OAK TALL HALL CLOCK, WITH CAMBRIDGE AND WHITTINGTO. TE TABLES, CORNER OTHER BEAUTIFUL AB- ‘THAT CANNOT BE ENUMERATED. EMPIRE BED SUITE, RICHLY MOUNTED IN ORMOLU, VIZ: BED, BUREAU,CHEVAL GLASS, COMMODE, ETC. THE SALE TO TAKE PLACE ELEGANT PARLORS OF WORMLEY'S 1 Con. PIETERS Tit AND HTS. N.W., eu ae “ak 3PM AT Exch Dak. 'D moxpar, TOE Ato weDxespax Cl ‘D> AND API MAKCH 30 aX 31 ANE APE Ld ohm X. B.—ADMISSION BY CARD, WHICH \'T OUR OFFIC! 5 Waban EFICE, 1409 a “Sikees Swe LATIMER & SLOAN, Auctioneers. WAU B. WILLIAMS & 00. Auctioneers. In consequence of it being Holy Week we found tt impossible to close out the stock of Japanese Objects of Art consigned tous by Belber & Bro. of ¥ Japan. We will therefore sell on MONDAY, TUES- DAY and WEDNESDAY, at our art room, 1001 D 8T., OPP. PENN. AVE., At the hours of ELEVEN A.M. and HALF-PAST THREE P.M. the balance of the stock. There still re- main about 400 lots, including 25 pieces of Hand- pairs of large and costly Satsuma Vases and quite a va- riety of other xoods. ‘The importers are determined not to repack s single Jot. Therefore take notice that ‘‘slauhter prices” will prevail during the last few days of this most extraor- dinary and successful sale. HOURS OF SALE, 11 A.M. AND 3.30 P.M. mh28-t BRATCLIPE, DARE & CO. Auctionsers, ‘20 Pennsylvania ave. nw. ESDAY, ‘WEDXESD an 11, sumdaan seems & ‘tthe place and LATHER 8 Sion 14 ore. Stevens Flovert Kites, Revolvers, be THURSDAY EVENING, MAL ar 149 BY the D STATES MARSHAT'S $A) facie, tne vie rit of flert oUt of the : Fer tot OP MAR the right, title, sm and © Storer tort kisim Dat ¢ A. Mv all th or 42-THE ABOVE SALE Is POSTPONE! TUESDAY NEXT, THE 1 HK at the save Lour aid Fora Oak Antiqne-fintehed Bed Room Suites, Sptacars 442 €17 cash, or 818 on credit. & tered ip pluab of best baircioth,tor @22 aah or cash or €2.50 on credit. BRUSSELS CARPET, One. cash or Me. on cred. Good INGRAIN CARPET, 5c. cash of 400. on \.csew and lay all CARPETS free of cost and ava! (Lerye for the waste in matching frures, Curterms are the easiest of any bousein the nly anal payment at time of purchase and the sucetm EASY WEEKLY or MONTHLY PAYMENIS3 No notes required and 6 per cent discount allo vay on all sccuunte settled un thurty days, GRoGan's CREDIT novse 10m eed 0 ee ow Gauzar Bancarms Ix Dax Goons AT LUTTRELL’S, 20TH ST. AND PA. AVE, 20 pieces 38-inch Ladies’ All-wool’ Serges, all colors; 4 ; worth 6c. 4 ‘One case Dress Goods at 1234. ob? Pieces 4-4 Drews Goods, pain, stripe and plait have the best Towel in the market for 20c. ;al» the best for 25e. Fail line of Linen Damasks, Table Clothe and Nar~$ Our White Quilts are the best for the price. H 150 pairs of Corsets at Tie. Sold everywhere st @'. ; ‘The prettiest line of Gents’ Neck Wear ever ofere! by us line of Howry, color warranted, at lowe. } Prices. Ginghams from Se. to 2c. per yard. We Lave a fine line of Cambric Edgings, Insertions and Notions at lowest cash prices. H Give us a call and be convinced that i pays tobr | your goods of ‘THOS. J. LUTTRELL, H 1990 Pa. AVE. mh21-2w +e ee errant = | i ; i | ‘LUTS & BRO, (€07 Penn. ove., efjotning National Hot ‘ lores Biaabews ond Lay hobs ot low price, 4