Evening Star Newspaper, November 29, 1895, Page 16

16 THE EVENING STAR, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 1895-SIXTEEN PAGES. =~ LOCAL MENTION. AMUSEMENTS TONIGHT. Lafayette Square Opera House. The Olid Homestead.” Allen's Grand Opera House.—"“The Merry World.” New National Theater.—The Opera Company in “Rob Roy.” Academy of Music.—May Irwin in “The idow Jones. Kernan's Lyceum Theater.—The Santley Company. Coiumbia Pnhonograph Compan: sylvania avenue rorthwest.—E the Kinetoscope and Graphopiho: ed EXCURSIONS TOMORROW. Whitney Rentz 19 Penn- of Steamer Macalester for Mount Vern Marshall Hall, Glymiont and intermediate landings ai 10 a.m. : Steamer W: ngton for Norfolk and ti pm. for St. Fortress Monroe Steamer Waketie! ver landings at I street northw pin John bridge at 10 a.m, and 2 p.m. SS WANT A NEW STOVE? — —Watrobes, Ranges, Furnaces, Cooking and Heating Sioves—one of the finest stocks in Washington to select from. We're experts on the heating question, and can help you on the question of housewarming. "Phone wi. 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Years lat than any other; double the subjects of any great cyclopaedia; contributors’ names ap- pended to articles, guaranteeing you relia- ble information; 4 editors; 2,000 contribu- tors; cost $254,000, and expense to you less than any other great work. Make no mis- take when you buy. Send address for specimen pages. D. Appleton & Co., 437 Zth street. = —— A pot of Kenny's Tea at luncheon will brighten you for the afternoon—the ality perfect—flavor delicious. Six modern stores. c. D. Kenny. SATURDAY AT CENT! MARKET. If you are wondering what to get in the way of meat for the Sunday dinner—zo to KEANE’S stalls, 35-51 Center Mkt. Every- thing choice in the way of Beef, Lamb or Veal—and strictly HOME-DRESSED. We make a specialty of delivering promptly. = aoe as 85c. sk. Flour free. Johnston's, page 7. CITY AND DISTRICT ‘The Allison Club, The William B. Allison Republican Club has been organized in this city, with the following officers: W. C. Cox, president; Benj. Green, vice president; J. T. Burdette, secretary; C. Robertson, assistant secre- tary; Rev. G. W. Smith, chaplain; J. Stew- erd, sergeant-at-arms. —_——_ -__— The Late Martha W. Grenson. Rev. Dr. Wallace Radcliffe this afternoon conducted the funeral services over the remains of the late Martha W. Greason at her late residence, corner of 13th and E streets. The pallbearers were Washing- ton Nailor, Capt. E. S. Randall, Robert Sut- ton, Thomas Fields, J. S. Bosworth and Desare Constantin ee age ees The Legion of Loyal Women. The anmwal conference of the Legion of Loyal Women, relative to the work of the various committees and officers for the year Just closing, will be held this evening at the hall, 419 10th street. These, meetings are open to members only. The first night's Program includes addresses by Mrs. A. S. Odell, Miss Helen B. Matthews, Mrs. Ht N. Rose, Miss Cora C. Curry, Mrs. J. C. Lam- bert, Mrs. Fanny Pomeroy, Mrs. A. H. Weiss, Mrs. Rose E. Terree and Mrs. Helen A. Engle, representing all the practical business and financial committees. ———— For the Orphans’ Benefit. The Catholic Knights of America gave their twelfth annual sociable last evening in the armory of the Washington Light In- fantry Corps for the benefit of St. Joseph's Orphan Asylum. It was a brilliant affa!r, and the financial expectations of the pro- dectors were realized in every particular. The evening was ent fer the most part in dancing. The grand march, in which {t is estimated nearly five hundred couples took part, was led by Mr. J. K. Buscher. Refreshments were served in the rear of the hall. ——— Festival of the Holidays. Thanksgiving was celebrated ina doubly interesting manner yesterday at Willard Hall. It not only came in its place in the fes- tival of holidays, but it came on the day of its name, and the ladies in charge of the Proceedings made the most of their op- portunity. Burnside, Lincoln, Potomac, Logan, Thomas and Farragut Auxiliaries unite? in the celebration. A Thanksgiving dinner was served that was enjoyed by a great number of people. A program was rendered during the evening, consisting of vocal, instrumental and literary selections. Independence day ebrated to- morrow, Witi all the accessories of that oc- casion. od Ace nt to Department Commander Anderson. Col. Marion Anderson, commander of the Department of the Potomac, G. A. R., met with a,painful accident yesterday at his home, 471 Florida avenue. He has been vsing crutches to assist him in getting about, but has lately been so much im- proved as to be able to dispense with them and use only a cane. Yesterday while go- nz upstairs he slipped and nearly fell backward. Fortunately, he caught hims=lf in time to prevent a bad fall, but in so do- ing strained the ligaments of one leg. BASS Butter! Butter! Batter! No taint of tallow. Free from oleo and suet. Made from cream and milk. Clean, wholesome and healthy. Bought by the bes Get the genuine. Such as is always sold by James F. Oyster, 9th street and Penna. ave.—Advt. —_—__ —_— A Large Sale of Furniture. One 6f the largest sales of this season will Latimer’s tomorrow, 122) and 1231 G st t. Furniture that will suit the pocket- books of the rich and the poor. By all ins attend Latimer’s sale tomorrow. 122) and 1231 G street. Reduced Rates to Baltimore and 0. R. R. On aecount of the Pimlico races the Balti- more and Ohio railroad will sell tickets to Baltimore and return, good for day of only, November 16, 21 and admission coupon, at r: be sold for and good, go'ng, on all trains up to and including 12:20 p.m. trains. In addition, via ticke will be sold daily, except Sunday, during races. to Baltimore and return, good for six da at rate of $2, including admis- sior coupon.—Advt. There i ford Shoe. erly mi ‘until worn out at th ie from economy, it is prop- Advt. 160 Feet of Boerds, One Dollar. Gang and hand ed, even thickness, any Co., 6th and N.Y.’ ave. ———— ion of our reade called to the truste le of th containing neart: nu Land M s of ground, feet, located be- North Capitol and Ist Streets northeast, which takes place on Monday afternoon next at 4 o'clock. Syn- Ss and private buyers seeking invest- hould take advantage of this oppor- See advertisement In auction col- . tunity. wmns for details. le to fit the foot and keep its shape | K. OF L. AND SOCIALISM Action of the General Officers Toward a New York Asser bly. Mr. McGuire Says the Order Does Not Want Members With Extreme Views —Strength of the Organization. The members of the executive board of the Knights of Labor were again in sessicn today at their headquarters, No. 43 B street | northwest, and it was stated that the mat- ters considered were of a routine nature, in which the general public feel no interest. ‘The board is anxious to complete its bus- iness and adjourn today or tomorrow, as | it is necessary, said Mr. Thomas _B. McGuire to a Star reporter, “that some of the mem- bers at least shall be in New York Monday, when it is expected Local Assembly, No. 1563, of that city will be reorganized, this assembly having been suspended for cause some time ago. “It nas been reported,” continued’ Mr. Mc- Guire, “that No. 1563 has a large number of members who also belong to the interna- tional socialistic party, and that these, hav- ing been thwarted in their plans for turning the assembly into a socialistic society, have determined to cut loose from the regular organization and make an appeal to work- ingmen holding similar opinions and form a@ sort of independent Knights of Labor. “It is a fact that Local No. 1563 has among its membership some whose views on social- ism are opposed to the principles of the Knights of Labor, but these are few in number end have little influence. “The wish of these men has been for some time past to turn their assembly, with all who are willing to affillate with them, into a branch of one of the European socialistic societies, but so far the general master workman and.the executive board have been able to keep them from accomplishing any harm. “So far as the K. of L. are concerned, we do not want members who possess such ex- treme views on the subject of socialism as those referred to to remain in the or- ganization, and the sooner they leave us, the better we will be pleased. “Statements have been made that there is also dissatisfaction in Assemblies Nos. 49 and 253 of New York, 220 and 75 of Brooklyn and 175 of New Jersey, but this is not so, except to the extent that there are a very few disgruntled individuals in 49. I am safe in asserting that outside of 49 and 1563, the assemblies named are Joyal to the present administration. If it Were not so, it is strange that when the question of the acceptance of the resigna- tion of General Master Workman Sovereiga was before the general assembly last week their representatives did not vote to ac- cept it. The truth is, the dissatisfied ele- ment is so hopelessly in the minority they are powerless to do anything. The idea that a few socialists of New York have, as has been stated, authority to speak for the Knights of Labor of Massachusetts and Pennsylvania and the mincrs of the latter state is ridiculous. “I see in some papers they say the move- ment which it is alleged some of the mem- bers of 1563 have in contemplation will wipe out the present organization of the Knights of Labor. Weil, we are not alarmed as to that. We were told when we elected a suc- cessor to Powderly that he would have so many sympathizers that we would be prac- tically wiped out, but we were not, and we have no fears as to the outcome of the new movement if it shell ever assume definite shape. “The K. of L. had on July 1 last 183,000 members in good standing, besides a large rumber of assemblies whose members, owing to the depression, have been unable to keep their dues paid up, and these have been exonerated from payment of dues for the present. It is our intention to do all in our power to extend the benefits of the organi- zation as much as possible between this time and the assembling of the next con- vention.” Mr. McGuire and two other members of the executive board who were present laughed heartily when Mr. McGuire read to his colleagues the following clipping from a New York paper of a recent date: “It is reported that Assembly No. 49 and the Excelsior Labor Club will jointly issue a manifesto to the Knights of Labor, stat- ing that the order as now conducted by General Master Workman Sovereign and General Secretary Hayes is more of a fake labor organization, run in the interests of capitalists and politicians, and calling upon all K. of L. men who are dissatisfied with the condition of affairs In the order to come out and join them, as they claim to be the true Ancient Knights of Labor, who devote their time and energies for the welfare of labor. “That,” said Mr. McGuire, “is so absurd as not to be worthy the dignity of a reply.” ————_—_ Mail Delivery Suggestions. To the Editor of The Evening Star: I do not write this for the pur- pose of finding fault, just because The Star twinkles for all who have something to say, but really because 1 “want to know, you know.” My remarks relate to the local postal service. Why, to begin with, was the 3 o'clock collection in the business part of the city stopped? Why the 4:30 delivery? In order to insure the delivery of a letter the same afternoon I find I must now have {t in the box previous to 1:30 p.m. If I drop it later it is delivered in the morning. Now, isn’t ‘hat rather slow for a city like Washington? I know it is mighty inconvenient, and necessitates | the purchase of many a special delivery stamp that ought not to be required. Again, the last delivery in the business section of the ci at 4:30 p.m., has been discontinued. TI to», seems to he mak- ing progress backward. To he sure, the town is now biessed with a collection after midnight, but what intelligent reason for that can exist? The hotels and the district wherein most of the correspondents’ t reaus are located were already accommo- dated with an 11 p.n. collection, and for the balance of ihe city, surely, the 9 p.m. collecton was ample. I can see no use for this midcle-of-the-nigat collection, anid so far haven't found an Intelligent man who can. Let the energy utilized — thrown away, rather—in this midnight service he availed of In the day deliveries and col- lections, and I think “the greatest good to the greatest number” will be attained. Another circumstance in relation to this— in my opinion, unnecessary—service: It is a clear violation of the cight-hour law. The carriers detailed for the service begin the day’s work at 4 p.m., continue until 10:30 at night, and are then relieved until half an hour ‘after midnight. Then they return to duty until 2 o'clock in the morning. Of course, they are in actual service just eight hours and no more. But, to all intents and purposes, they might as well have been em- ployed between 10:30 p.m. and the half hour after midnight. For what use, either for recreation or business, are these two honrs in the middle of the night? The in- genious mind which thus whipsawed the eight-hour law might just as well have de- tafled the men so employed for twenty min- utes every hour of the day, and kept within the letter of the law. Why is it that it is so hard to have this same law enforced as faithfully as other laws are? Ever since its passage there seem to have heen more efforts pul forth to find ways and means to defeat its purpose than .to give it effect. However, as to our mail facilities: Give us better service in the daytime and let the carriers go home at night to their families. AUGUST DONATH. este The Golden Cross. At Mt. Vernon Commaneery, United Order of the Golden Cross, Wednesday evening, Noble Commander A. H. Feigenbaum pre- sided. The first degree was conferred in an impressive manner on one candidate, in the presence of Grand Commander Hallam and the officers of the Grand Commandery. The grand officers were then officially pro- claimed, and took the chairs of the officers of the commandery. Under the good of the order, Past Noble Commander F. A. Stier made an cloquent address on “The Women of the Order,” devoting particular attention to the character of “Esther,” and was fol- lowed by Grand Prelate Custis in interest- ing remarks on the same subject. and dwelling on the character of “Ruth.”’ Noble Commander Hopkins of Columbia Com- mandery read a humorous selection. Past Grand Commander Ehle, who represented the order at the fraternal congress lately held in Toronto, Canada, spoke of the ex- cellent work done at the late session of that body, and stated that Miss Marguerite Me- Cutchen, supreme vice commande had beea appointed on one of the committees of the congress. Past Grand Commander Perry and Grand Commander Hallam spoke of the great success attending the late grand visitations, AMUSEMENTS. Mr. Mayo’s Recital—The concert given by Mr. Arthur D. Mayo at the Universalist Church Wednesday evening was a success musically and financially. The audience was of goodly proportions and the work of this rising young pianist commanded warm approbation. His selections were suflicient- ly varied to show his versatility of inter- pretation, and each number was well per- fermed. Some of the numbers were those rarely heard in a concert program, notably the capriccio of Mendelssohn and the G sharp minor polonalse of Chopin, but both were well received because of the extel- lent technical work of Mr. Mayo as well as his evident comprehension of the com- poser's spirit. In fact, this sinking of his own individuality and absorption of his author's meaning is characteristic of Mr. Mayo's playing and furnishes its chief claim to recognition. This does not detract from his technical dexterity, for he pos- sesses that in a high degree, as was evi- denced in his Liszt numbers. Mr. Mayo was assisted by Mr. Frank Reeside, bari- tene, who gained warm applause for his excellent singing. Odd Fellows’ Hall.—The entertainment given at Odd Fellows’ Hall, 7th street northwest, Wednesday evening, by the Burnt Cork Club, under the auspices of Canton Potomac, No. 5, P. M., 1. O. O. F., Was an enjoyable affair. The hall was crowded to its full capacity, and applause was frequently given the performers by the audience, which appreciated the good points of the program. The first part was an original sketch, “The Burnt Cork Club in Social Session,” in which a number of op- portunittes for fun were given and grasped by those taking part. The ends were worked by Howard Graham and Harry Shackelford, both of whom came Into fa- vor with the audience from their first en- trance. The mesmeric act of Graham was especially funny. A number of good songs were sung, those taking part in this per- ticular being Ross Wise, Byron Bond, Jack Flynn and Charles Shackelford. Harry Shackelford’s dialect negro songs were also enjoyed. Chief among the specialties were the Del Ray Brothers in acrobatic feats; Harry Leigh in a silence and ease c| tion act, the Graham Brothers in a music: act, Mr. Steve Clements, the well-known selo banjoist, and Little Dimple, the charm- ing dancer of the Burnt Cork Club. The conclusion of the program was a spiritual- istic seance given by the Graham Brothers, in which some new and startling mysteries Were introduced. A committee of gentle- men were chosen to go upon the stage, and every movement was made entirely in their sight that did not conrect immediate- ly with the tests themselves. The verdict of the audience was made manifest in hear- ty applause. Dancing followed the rendi- tion of the program. Organ Recital—A very enjoyable organ recital was given last evening in the Ger- man Lutheran Trinity Chursh. The organ, which is a new one, fully justified all the good things which have been said about it, and responded well to ever touch of those who played upon it. Mr. John Porter Lawrence was the principal performer of the evening, playing several difficult selec- tions by standard composers. It is need] to say that he played in his usual brillia marner. Vocal selections were rendered by Miss L. Holley, Mr. O. Luebkert and Mr. Clarence Latimer. Mr. C. Ruprecht, the or- ganist of the church, acted as accompanist. The Ladies’ Aid Society of the church served ements in the church parlors after the recital. The Taylors of Tennessee.—One of the novelties of the theatrical season is the en- tertainment now being presented to the public by ex-Governor Bob Taylor and. Alf. Taylor, the Tennessee brothers, who were so prominently before the public a few years back as the opposing candidates for the governorship of that state. These gifted gentlemen are now playing in a new role, and the theme with which they are enter- taining their audiences is “Yank>e Doodle and Dixie,” something which is said to be without a precedent in manner of plot. They will be at Metzerott Hall next Monday night. Wherever they have been they have been greeted by large and enthusiastic au- diences. Besides the two principal actors, there is a splendid male quartet, led by the ex-governor himself, which gives emphasis to the points of the theme. Mt. Pleasant Field Band.—The inembers of the Mount Pleasant Field Band ere makin: arrangements for a concert and literary entertainment to be given the evening of December 27 at the National Rites’ Armory. The corps will be assisted by the best am: teur talent of Mount Pleasant and the city In its undertaking. This will be the only entertainment the organization proposes to | give during the winter, and the Christmas holidays were selected’ as the most fitting time, as the public schools will be closed then. A large group photo of seventy-three members of the hand, with the poll parrot, “Old Kaintuck,” occupying the ventral po- sitfon, has been successfully taken, and when finished the pictures will be placed on exhibition. The corps will visit the carnival of the Columbia Athletic Club on the even- ing of Friday, December 6, and the Teachers’ Bazaar on Friday, December 13. At the bazaar a short concert will be ~endered for the edification of the public and the teach- ers in particular. To Talk of Citizenship.—The Rev. Hen- rietta G. Moor of Ohio will give an address on something relating to a high ideal of citizenship in the lecture hall of the Luther Place Memorial Church tomorrow at 4:15, p.m. The lecturer has a reputation as a most charming speaker, and is great esteemed for her unselfish devotion to the cause. The Waller Benefit.—The sacred concert to be given at the Academy of Music next | Sunday evening for the benefit of ex-Consul | John L. Waller, now imprisoned in France, and his family, now in this city, merits the liberal patronage of the publi Mr. Wal- ler was the representative of this govern- ment in Madagascar. The patrons of next Sunday's concert will have the double sat isfaction of getting the worth of their morey and at the same time assisting a wcerthy cause. Among those who have volunteered their services for that occa- sion are Miss Henrictta Vinton Da the elocutionist; Mr. Joseph H. Dougla: violin virtuoso; M Lulu Hamer, Washington's cortralto; M Minnie Waller, daughter of ex-Consul Waller, soprano, and Mme. Helen A. Cooper of Baltimore, soprano. Mr. Sovereign's Lecture.—James R. Sov- ereizn, general master workman of the Knights of Labor, will deliver a lecture at Metzerott’s Music Hall tomorrow evening at 8 o'clock. The proceeds of the lecture will be used for the benefit of the locked-out Ana- costia street railway men, and it Is expected that Mr. Sovereign will have a large audi- ence to listen to his talk and swell the fund, which is every day increasing, for these un fortunates. > PLAYING POLICY. Judge Kimball Surprised That the Wheel Still Turns. Judge Kimball was very much surprised today when Sergt. Daley got on the stand in court and told of how the policy shops at Jackson City are being conducted openly and without any attempt at concealment. The judge thought that the recent raid had affected the gambling establishments of all kinds along the bank of the Potomac in the Old Dominion, but in light of Sergt. Daley's assertion the judge concluded that there is a chance for more work to be done. It is Likely that some action against these peo- ple will be taken in the near future, for Detective Baldwin, who conducted the up- river raid, is still here, and rumor has it that he is collecting evidence against the class of gamblers mentioned, preparatory to making a raid. In. the case in court this morning James Pollard, a South Washington colored man, was the prisoner, and the charge against him was vagrancy. His arrest was made spicion that he was violating tha policy law, but there was no evidence of this nature found on bim. Sergt. Daley told the court that Pollard had been convicted two or three times of violations of the policy law several years ago. Now.the prisoner has no visible means of support here, and the officer said that he had been visiting saloons in South Wash- ington in the morning before going over to Jackscn City. On one occasion the officer followed him over there and saw him ing policy in a saloon. “I don’t know nothin’ ‘bout polic: si the prisoner. “I used to be in the business, but I ain’t in it no mo’.” “What is your business now?” the judge asked. “I work in Gedrges Mil river.”” Judge Kimball told the prisoner that he would have to give bond in the sum of $100, or go down for one month. He went down, ———_— Weather Strips, Cent and a Half a foot. F. Libbey & Co., 6th and N. Y. ave. —Advertisement. * saloon, over the, Punive j Mr. Lawrence IN MUSICAL CIRCLES Formal Announcementt of “The Messiah” by the Chorat Society. There Will Be a Splendid Cast of Soloixts—Washington Symphony Orchestra to Play. The annual holiday season performance of Handel's greatest oratorio, ‘The Mes- siah,” is announced to: be given Tuesday, December 17, by the Choral Society at Con- vention Hall, assisted; by Miss Charlotte Maconda, soprano; Miss-Ruth Thompson, contralto; Mr. E. C. Towne, tenor, and Dr. Carl Dufft, basso, all of New York; also to be accompanied by the Washington Sym- phony Orchestra. This announcement will be received with a welcome by the large numbers who regularly attend this sacred work's rendition, especially as it will par- take this year of a larger element of home talent In its production. he soloists are among the most distinguished of oratorio singers, Mr. Towne and Dr. Dufft being well ‘known here, having sung with the society befdfe. Miss Maconda has achieyed a most brilliant,success in concert work, and “our own” Ruth Thompson will come fresh from the scenes of her, recent suc- cesses in oratorio. In speaking of Miss Thompson's singing of “He was despise from <The Messiah,” Harty Rowe-Shelly, the great-organist and composer of churchy music, said: “It was to. me a revelation. Her voice is like the sweetest topes of a ‘cello in the hands of a’Giese or a Hecking.”” The great stage at Convention Hall will be moved farther forward, shortening the hall by seventy-five feet, and the whole platform and stage will be masked in at the back. This, it is needless to add, wiil make a vast improvement in tke hearing and sceing from the back of the hall, and these seats will now become very desirable. ‘The sale of seats to honorary members December 3, at Ellis & lvania avenue, and con- tinues until Tuesday, December 10, when the sale begins to the general public at the same place. ‘The prospects of an unusually fine per- formance of this most favorite work, the great improvements which have been made in the hall, together with the fact that great crowds attend this rendition every year, will make it desirable to secure seats as éarly as possible. The Washington Symphony Orchestra that has been assembled by Mr. Herman Rakemann is now an established fact, and will make its first appearance in connection with the Choral Society’s performance of 4 “The Messiah” at Conyention Hall next mcenth. It is a matter of congratulation that an organization of this character has been formed in this city, for it proves the number of tine professional musicians that there is in the District, and it is expected that its performance of accompaniment werk in the “Messiah” will be superior to the work of the Baltimore orchestra, which the Choral Society has heretofore employed. One advantage of a local symphony or- chestra is that both director and players can be more in touch with the Choral So- ciety, which would chiefly need its services, than is possible with an organization that simply comes on here the day of the per- formance, and has but one rehearsal with the singe It was hoped that this symphony orches- tra would be able to give a concert before this, in order that the mugical public might be able to judge of its work, but the sub- scriptions have not yet reached the figure that Mr. Rakemann deems necessary in order to insure against loss. The list is still at Droop’s music store, and Mr. E. H. Droop, who is the business manager of the enterprise, hopes that he will be able to an- nounce a concert early in January. Mr. Rakemann has spent a good deal of time and energy in the formation of this orches- tra, and confidently expects that its first work will demonstrate his judgment in as- sembling the professional performers into a coherent body, which shall. have as its aim the interpretation of the best form of orche: music. The Washingtom String Orchest#a under the leadership of Mr. Ernest Lent, will give its first concert this season next Saturday evening at Metzerott' Musie.Hall. The favor- able impression that this organization made at its concert last spring: iiidicates that it will do good work,-and the force has now been increased to about sixty members. Mr. Lent has shown great skill in training this body of young pecple, and that his efforts are being appreciated is evidenced by the number of seats already secured for the series of two cencerts that has been an- nounced. At this first concert the orchestra will be assisted by Miss Mary Helen Howe, soprano, who will sing the brilliant aria “Ah, fors e lui’ from “Traviata,” and a group, which will include Pizzi’s “‘Ave Ma- ria," Mascagni’s ‘‘Preghiera" and another selection. The program for the orchestra includes some excellent numbers, which will enable the performers to be heard at their best. At the second concert Rivarde, the celebrated violinist, and Mrs est Lent, pianis' ll be the soloists. Season ticket as well as single seats, for the first concer are now on sale at Metzerott’s music store. An evening of mu announced at the list Church next Tuesday evening . Nellie Wilson Shir-Cliff, Dr. B. Merrill Hopkinson of Baltimore, Mr. John Porter Lawrence and Miss Amy Clement Leavitt. Mrs. Shir-Cliff is _a soprano of well-known reputation, Dr. Hopkinson is a baritone of fine ability, who has here frequently with the Cho one of the be: ists In this District and Miss I excellent accompanist. This combination ought to command the support of lovers of good music, and as the program will be carefull rranged, the concert wil! un- doubtedly be a succe: Class Reunion. The class cf 'S astern High School, held its third annual reunion last .evening at Freund's. The banquet hall was appro- priately decorated and the affair proved thoroughly enjoyable. Miss Hughes read a class history, Mr. D. M. Edwards a class Miss Parkman a class poem, a musical program was presented by Allwine, Mr. Robert McKeldin and Mr: McKeldin and an address was made by the ‘incipal_ef the school, Mr. C. M. Lacey Sites. Officers for the ‘ensuing year were elected, a® follows: President, D. M. Ed- wards; vice presiden K. V. M Naught and Miss E. i secretary L. J. MeNeely; treasurer, R. A. W. McKe ; orator, L. arker; prophet, W. B. Wilson; historian, J. W. Ewing, and poet, Miss M. R. Parkman. In addition to thos mentioned, there were present Miss Thorr: Miss Kelly, Miss Murra oo Hobgcod, Miss Stewa Hodgson anc Miss Swingle, and Mr. 1 . Mr. Bevans, Mr. Kaufman,-Mr. Hall and Mr. Pelson. —_—_—_—_ dition of Mr. Cross, The condition of Mr. Samuei Cross. sei 1etary of the Washington’ Safe Deposi Company, who was badly bruised in being thrown from his carriage Wednesday af- ternoon, is rapidly improving. His physi- cian states that no serious re need be feared, and that the recovery of his patient is but'a matter of a few/day BAKING POWDER. Absolutely Pure. A cream of tartar baking powder. Migh- cet of all in leavening strength.—Latest Ualted States Goverement Food Report. ROYAL BAKING POWDER CO.. se27 36d 106 Wall st., N. ¥. “Ye per cent of life insurance applicants are re fected on account of diseased kidners. Don't trust that pain ‘n your back to get weil of itself, but take at once Dr. Kennedy's Favorite Remedy and Kil the germs of xidney complaint. GRIDIRON PLEASURES, President Stevens Introduces Some Brilliant Innovations. The big annual dinner of the Gridiron Club is famous throughout the land for its brilliant program, its after dinner oratory by the famous speakers of the country— Chauncey Depew, Tom Reed and others— its special gridiron features of roasting pub- lic characters, its music, its cuisine, and its “go” altogether, but for pure, unmixed en- joyment these grand entertainments do not ccempare with gatherings, such as the “‘in- formal lunch” given by President Stevens to the club Wednesday evening at the Ra- leigh. The cozy supper room was just the size to bring all the members together with- in sociable touch. Then there was the delightfully informal menu, and the taking new feature introduced by President Stevens of calling upon all the possible candidates for the presidency of the club, to preside for ten-minute terms, to show their capabilities. This developed immense latent talent all around the board, and made the club vastly proud of itself. The musical features of the evening were never mcre enjoyable and appreciated. The affair Was a great success all around, and there Was a genera! expression of opinion that the club ought to keep up its enjoyable monthly entertainments, and not content itself with the great annual dinner. — K. of P. Visitation. The visitation of the officers of the Grand Lodge, Knights of Pythias, to Harmony Lodge, No. 21, iast night was the best of the series this season. The hall was taste- fully decorated with palms and flowers, and was crowded with prominent members of the order. The Grand K. of R. and S. and the grand lecturer reported that the officers and paraphernalia were, without exception, the finest in this domain. The address of the evening was made by the Rev. Charles L. Pate of Union Lodge, No. 22. Messrs. B. W. Beebe and James H. Cathell favored the members with vocal solos. Stirring Pythian speeches were made by Supreme Representative Joseph B. Con- ner and Past Grand Chancellor John M. Kline. Rev. Mr. Pate presented the chan- cellor commander, William A. Thompson, with a beautiful bunch of large chry anthemums on behalf of his fellow mem- bers. At the close of the visitation Past Grand Chancellor Geo. W. Heisley presented each of the Grand Lodge officers with a large bouquet of choice flower: a 1.25 to Baltimore and Return. The B. ana O. Railroad Company wiil sell excursion tickets from Washington to Bal- timore for all trains of Saturday, Novem- ber 30, and Sunday, December 1, at $1.25 for the round trip, valid for return passage until following Monday.—Advt. Rheu= matism, with {ts dreadful pains and aches, is a disease of the blood. Lactic acid ac- cumulates in the vital fluld and settles in the joints, to the intense agony of the suf- ferer. Hood's Sarsapsrilla neutralizes this acid, restores the rich healthy quality of the matism blood, and thus drives out and prevents rheu- matism. Hundreds of testimonials tell of grutches thrown away, lame backs, arms ‘and legs cured, by Hood’s Sarsaparilla The One ‘rue Blood Purifler. $1; 6 for $5. Prepared only by C. I. Heod & Co., Apothe- caries, Lowell, Mase. Get only Hood’: HOOD'S PILLS are easy to take, mild, 2 effective, reliable. All druggists. 25c. OG POSHOSS HH SMOSH HHO ST SOS ASO CITY ITEMS. Family Supplies at Attractive Prices. New Raisirs, Currants, Figs, Citron, Jams, Preserves, &c. Best Catawba Wine, 25c. bottle; pure old Port Wine, very fine, He. bottle; 4-year-old pure Rye Whisky, . Qt. bottle; Sherries, Gins,&c.; 7 lbs. best Starch, 25c.; best Elgin Butter, 28c. M. Metzger Company, 417 7th st. n.w. it = aceite Can't Wish for Anything In Vegetables, Fruits or Poultry that we can’t supply. If you want it especially nice, come here. We handle only what's choicest. Money back if you're not pleased. Canron & Chandler, 76 to $1 Cen. Market. 11 > ething New im Sausage— vesh Pork Sausage. People teli us it's nost delicious they All other . do A. Augusterfe: . ae ee Hotel Johnson Cafes. Finest oysters known to the trade, and other marine products also. Lunch and ta- ble de hote dinner. Special oyster cafe now ready. it at es Remurkable decline in the price of Oil: Pratt’s Astral Oil, delivered, I2c. per gal. Aladdin Security, delivere 1c. per gal.; Pratt's Deo. Stove Gasoline, 12 per gal. W. A. Burnett's Tank Wagons, E st. s.w. no21-10t* oe J. Jay Gouid—Wonders for Christmas! no23-7t* “Crexcent” Bicycles, §10 to $90. musstecn) Ryzieet Works, cor. 9th and H ae AMUSEMENTS. Lafayette Square?!*** JOUN W. ALBAUGII, M. MATINEE SATURDAY, DENMAN THOMPSON’S PLAY, The Old Homestead, BY AN EXCELLEXT are N xt_Week—PRI LSS NNT Lafayette Square JOUN W. ALBAUGH, Man ONE WE BEGINNING MONDAY, DEC. MATINEES WEDNESDAY AND SAT 414th to 421st Performances Magnificent New Production of Willard Spenser's : Charming Opera, —THE— PRINCESS “Dainty as a morning dream."—N. Y. Herald. BONNIE, WITH THE ENTIRE NEW YORK CasT. ENTIRELY NEW SCENERY, BRILLLANT. COSTUMIN CHORUS OF 50 VOIC AUGMENTED ORCHESTRA. DIRECTION OF D. W. (Fire) (Proof.) ‘Te., Day. WEEK MONDAY, 1 BG. 2. CLARA MORRIS. Repertoire— Monday, “Article 473" Tuesday_and nights and) Wednesday matinee, “Bs Wednesday and) Friday nlghts. "Miss ‘hursday night and Saturday matinee, mille. Seats ond boxes now INITIAL, CONCERT BY V INGTO! A growing tetiess is nest nourtstea| New MilitaryConcert Band, by the food of Lest values. The founders of a s: that turns established cus- tom “topsyturvy” have much to contefid” with—we have been through the mill—now the Rubicon is crossed: We preach our “Tailoring Exclusively” sermon to will- ing ears—and back it up by such values as $15 Overcoats to your measure. An ounce of pr: than a ponud of t Mearz =e Meezz, New Era Tailors, {06 F st. nw. no2y-f0d Queen Anne Lotion ee 6 A bottle of this delight fal preparation is free for the asking. Cipdirre It's for ror ads. 1 and newly and dries in ant oder—25: at MERTZ’S Modern Pharmacy, with and F Sts. no27-20d $5 and Up -—for made-to-order Shoes. Shoes made especially for your foot—out of the best leather— fit — materiai — workmanship—and comfort guaran- teed. Wilson, *shocmaker for Tender Feet,'* 929 F St. N. W. no23-24d an Gold-filled 0g (}(}watenes 3 15 “$9.00. Pearl and Gilt Opera (ilasses, First-quality achromatic lens oc23 2in,14 A. KHAN, “Owe,” the Tailo I have built up my reputation by combining all the highest points of excellence in the garments which I turn out. I stand today in the van- guard of advancement of fine tailor- ing, and handle only such fabrics as tasty and fastidious dressers can wear with pride and satisfaction. “OWEN,” the Tallor, 425 11th OPERA GLASSES Floral decorati Suppers, &e., a+ ing onr-own £1 the biggest show for the least A. Gude & Bro., 4,85. no28-12d WIL Assisted by: Me S.cWs 3 Andre HALEY, Director, served sen ts now on sale. Rox office o a iy dock. at AREY, Prices, 25, 50, TSc. and $1, Wed. and Sat. Mats,, 25 and 50c., ‘reserved. Everybody'e Favorite Comedian, 7] Assisted by MAY . JOHN'S Rice - Al oa IRWIN BIG COMPANY OF COMEDIANS. ON MATIN \ Ee SATURDAY THE AT TWO. 25 AND 50e. WIDOW FARCE COMEDY. xt Week—THE WHIT SQUADRO: no2s Bischoff Concerts. IFTEENTH SEASON. -— 1896. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, COR. 10TH AND G STS. tickets will begin on Monday, Music Store, ~ Collectors Who ire interested in Rare Engravings and Old Prints are cordially invited to visit Heitmuller’s Art Galleries, 1333 14th St. N.W. At whose galleries may be seen this week a collection of 1,000 French Lithographs ering the years 1880 to 1860—of a character for gifts, portfolios and framing. istic and appropriate framing a specialty. Good Cooking. A series of matinee lectures on the art of good cecking, with ttnely hints for the season, by Mr. Thomas J. Murrey, Proprictor of the House Restaurant and autaor of many works on Hetzerott Hall. Devembor 6 dts Uses and Poesibif nd Shell Fish.”* nz for the Holiday Table. . Prepare and Serve a Home Din- \- to Pure « What 1Ce8 Season t in Single lecture, | with On sale at Metzerott’s. 30 o'elocl scryed seats, 50 cents. no The “Broadway Two Step” March —gnother one of the latest mar on 3 the Grap nd night. Se. to hear any of the New attrac- Can be heard parlors open da admittance. Onl Graphoplaoiies or Eiuetoscops. tions constantly boing added, Musical Parlors of the Columbia Phonograph Co.,919 Pa.av. ro27-16d Pearman’s Popular - Concerts. CHURCH OF OUR FATHER, 13th and L sts, nw. CHRISTMA NONDAY, DEC 25 CENTS. ne22-1im_ PIANO TUNING. G. J. BECKER, PROFESSIONAL PIANO TUNER; fine work: satisfaction given; terms moderate. 805 11th st. n.w. nol3-tf PROF. LOVIS WEBER FURNISIES MUSIC FOR all ocenstons. Offi and residence, 727 7th st. ee. Letter, postal card or telegram will receive yompt attention. ‘Telephone, Weller’s Drug Store, 1054-2. nod-Lus* 1 AMUSEMENTS. NEw NATIONAL THEATFR, Every Evening and Saturdsy Matinee. The Whitney Opera Company, In De Koven and Smith's Phenomenal Success, ROB ROY. ) the Original Cast, MR. -ARGED ORCHESTRA, 1. $1.90, 0c. and Be. A Iu “Ambition, €, GOODWIN Seats now selling. ights of Laton, 2th and F sts., TS PM, OUSTIA STREET it” ADMISSION, 25 “Wal By the Pe ex-Consul JOHN L. WALL Freach prison, and wt city in destitute cire for the family of - now contined in a family Js now in this uces, and In need of help. The following t have volunteered thei services: Miss Henrietta Victon Davis, the famous Elocuticnist; Mr. Joseph H, Douglaxs, violinist; Madam Helen A. Cooper of Baltlinore. soprano; Miss Lula Hamer, Warhington’s favorite coatralto; Miss Minnie Waller, laughter of ex-Consul Waller, soprano: Messrs. J.’ Henry Lewis and Wm. Good- rieh, tenors; Messrs. W. C. Eliins and Lamartiue Brown, baritone; Messrs. Henry W. Lewis and Emmett Jonos,’ busses; the Celebrated Lotus Quartet. MISS LUCY ENERAL ADMIS Reserved Seats. Concert begins at STE Mr. F. Hopkinson Smit! AND Mr. Thomas Nelson Page, In readings from their works, published and UN- PLELISHED, for the benefit of The University of Virginia Restoration Fund, —aT— Ttetzerott Music Hall, MONDAY EVENING. December 9, 1895, at 8:15 o'clock. Sale of scats ard boxes opens Monday morning, Deceniber 2, at 8 o'clock, at Metzerott's. 1028, 29,39,4e3,5,7,9 PADEREWSAIS Only Piano Recital. Metzerott Music Hall, WASHINGTON, D.C., Wednesday Eve., Dec. 11, At 8 o’clock. " Sele of cests will begin on Wednesday morning, December 4, at 9 o'clock, at Metzerott’s Musi¢ Store. Steirway & Sons’ Pianos used exclusively. n28-t{ PROF, SHELDON’S CLASSES FOR THE MINUET, german and Delsarte ar= now forming. Tuesdays, Trurcdays and Saturdays; day and evening. Popular retes. 82-60 Metzerott flusic Hall. Monday, December 2. Ex-Governor Bob AND Alf Taylor ‘The Famous Tennessee Brothers, in‘‘Yankee Doodle & Dixie,” . Assisted by a Male Quarte:. Tickets, 50c., T5e. and $1.00. On sale at Metzerott n025-Te KKERSAN'S LYCEUM THES TER, All This Week, ra THE FAMOUS RENTZ-SANTLEY Novelty and Burlesque Co. Magnificent New Burlesque, ROBIN HOOD JK, A_Now Series of . LIVING PICTURES. Next Week—REILLY & WOuD 5 BIG SHOW. 125-6 VIRGINIA JOCKEY CLUB. St. Asaph, Va. COMMENCING ON WEDNESDAY, NOV. 6, THE FIRST RACE WILL BE CALLED AT 2 P.M. SHARP. Special trcin will leave Penna. depot at 1 p.m. This will be the only special race train until further notice. noS-tf Overlook Inn. A delightful Resort. Beautifully Situated. Coaches from Sth and E. Capitol sts. and stb and Pena. ave. cable cars as follows: 7, 7: 8: 12bal® & 580 3 4 5:30, 6:30, = % 10. i FARE (Reund Trip)...-.- oci7-14d Banjo and Guitar Teacher. Banjo and guitar quickly and ccrrectly taught by note or simplified method, $7 per quarter. I guarantee to teach the most’ unmusical person to Play 8 Perfect. tune sack lemon by mg simple ae 25 conte Incthod or no charge. GEO. DRABGER,212 G nes! nod-Li* aa —= LECTURES. REV. HENRIETTA G. MOOR OF OHIO WILL give un address on SATURDAY,, Nov. 30, at 4:15 -m., im lecture bull, “Luther Place ‘semorial Church,"” N st. bet. 14th and Vt. ave. n. 1.028. EXCURSIONS &e. To Arlington and Fort Myer Stage connecting with railway leaves cable cars, West Washington, every 20 minutes. Watt~ i in drug store, cor. 32d und M_ sis, on st, and railway. The U, & cavairy drills at Fort Myer are worth secing. bxtd W. A. AND F.C. RY, TALLY-HO COACH LINE FROM i312 1 sT— ‘Daily—Arlington, 10 a.m., 2 p.m.; Cabin J. Bridge, Arlington and ail pints of interest. Fare, 25 and 50c. Friday, drill, 2c. ni-Lm* STEAMER MACALESTER 0 MOUNT VeRNon, Tomb of Washington, Dally (except Sunday), At 10 a.m., returning by 2:30 p.m. i FARE (ROUND TRIP), 50 CENTS. Admission to grounds, 25 cénts. Tickets, with Mount Vernon admission coupon, for sale at wharf and at hotels. ELEGANT CAFE ON STEAMER. Will also make river landings as far as Glymont, stopping for freight and passengers both waym, For charters, etc., apply at office of Steamer Mac= alester. (ocld-t LL. BLAKE, Capt. N. & W. =i Steamboat Co. ° Every day in the sear for Fortress Mon: Norfoli, Portsmouth and all points south southeast by steamers “*) ‘Southbound. Washington.7:00 p.m. ‘00 a.m. Ar. Washing: i VISITORS TO THE ATLANTA EXPOSITION and the resoris at Fortress Monroe, Virginia Beach and Florida will find this a very attract- jve route, a8 it breaks the monotony of an -rail ride. airickets ob sale at 513, 619, 1421 Pennsylva- nia avenue, B. and 0. ticket office, corner 15th atreet and New York avenue, and on board Steainers, where time table, muip, ete., can also be 1 An ther information desired will be furs alsbed ‘on. application to the undersigned at the company’s. et, font of Fea at, Wash ton, 1. hone No. 750. seit INO. CALLAHAN, General Manager,