Evening Star Newspaper, January 18, 1897, Page 12

THE EVENING STAR, MONDAY, JANUARY 18, 1897-12 PAGES. LOCAL MENTION. AMUSEMENTS TONIGHT. Academy of Music—“In Old Kentucky.” Bijou Theater—Gflmore and Leonard in “Hogan's Alley.” Church of Our Father, 13th and L streets.—INustrated lecture by Dr. A. G. Rogers, D.D., on “Edinburgh—Old and New,” ‘for the benefit of Burnside Relief Corps, No. 4 a Columbia Theater.—Lecture by Rev. D. J. Stafford on “The American Citizen.” First Baptist Church, 16th and O streets. —Lecture by Professor F. H. Cushing on “The Zuni Indians.” Grand Opera House—Chas. A. Gardner in “Fatherlard. Ice Palace, 5th and L streets.—Real ice skating, and fancy skating by George Meagher, champion of the world. Kernan’s Lyceum Theater.—Al Big Show. Lafayette Square Opera House.—Mr. Richard Mansfield in “The Merchant of Venice.” New National TheaterMr. Otis Skinner in “A Soldier of Fortune.” Willard Hall—Exhibition of the Cine- matographe. Reeves’ peek anes EXCURSIONS TOMORROW. Steamer Macalester for Mount Vernon and Marshall Hall at 10 a.m. Steamer Newport News for Norfolk and Fortress Monroe at 7 p.m Trains leave 13% street and Pennsylvania avenue for Mount Vernon at 6:40, 10:05, 11:00 a.m., and 12 % abd 4:15 p.m. Trains leave 13% street and Pennsylvania avenue for Arlington hoarly from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ees WASHINGTON DRESSED MEAT Is what we sell—the product of the finest selected cattle—dressed at our own abat toirs under the supervision of Mr. Keane. Depend upon getting what we advertise, for we sell everything under guarantee. Those who've never tasted Keane’s Meats are requested to give them a trial. T. T. KEANE, 35-51 Center Market. George Brown, colored, nineteen years old, was taken to Providence Hospital Sat- urday by the police. He had fallen from @ cart on South Capitol street and the wheel cf the heavy vehicle passed over his arm. The injured young man lives on 7th street southeast. IF YOU APPRECIATE FINE MEAT then the big shipment of fine New York Beef received tomorrow morning at John R. Kelly's stands will certainly interest you. Remember, also, delicate cuts are a specialty at his stan “th st. wing, Cen- ter Market. —- + About 9 o'clock Saturday night Mrs. Ma- tilda Heisler, forty-nine years old, was struck by an electric car near the corner ef 6th and L streets southwest. Painful injuries to her head were sustained, and She was taken by the police to the Emer- gency Hospital for treatment, pestis BUSCHER'S EXTRA FINE MEAT. All this week there will be on display at stalls K-41, Center market—as handsome an assortment of fine roasts, steaks and delicate cuts, such as housekeepers visit! Center market will find unusually fine. H. BUSCHER. Johnston's specials in groceries. Page 7. ee John M. Glover of St. Louis has filed a petition for a writ of mandamus to compel the Dovglas Cutter Saw Company, a West Virginia corporation, to put the records of the company’s board of directors and stock- holders’ meetings in the custody of the court. that he may make copies of the said records. The petitioner claims to be a stockholder, and he desires to know what, if any. agreement has been made between the company and the Douglas Saw Manu- facturing Company, a New Jersey corpora- tion. > — Watch for a railroad; Congress Heights.— Adve ment. Columbia Lodge No. io, I. O. 0. F., has a social, erary ment on ng night of each month e installation of occ the en- tertainment was postponed until Thurs- night, the following pro- wa Humorous reading Young ert; comic Shack song. Harry reading. ackelfor¢ hohdays Columbia Lodge di: y-seven turkeys among its ‘= Expertene widows. ge A Little Book of Big Value. The Evening Star Almanac completely question of the briefly It has all the comprehen- an encyclopaedia, with the terseness of a referen na). Carefully e, it t District of Columbia ale at the business office of 1 and by all newsgealers fresh eggs 4 doz. ad K Adv. { Patriotism. A mee he Society of the Sor or th A Revolution will be held Wednesé 45 o'clock, at the nall on the nd E_ streets A j t committee of the Sons Revol and Sons of n Revulution in the District have active preparation a church service, which will be held at the New York Ave- rian Church the Sunday pre- n’s birthday. will inau: following, th ociety of the to which ers in every ting a member- en, will assem- t wi s Hall, ow krown as the ‘columbia Theater, where the congress.will hold full sway. he evening of Washington's birthday there will be a jo nquet of the Sons of t the Sons of the Ame in the preparation of w al committees are now busy. gee Lilles of the Valley. est specimen grown in the Dis- at Gude's, 144 F. We won't wem by publishing the price.—Ad. _ Chemical Society Election. thirte annual meeting of The t Washington section of the American Chem- the ical Society was held xt the Cosmos Club Hall last Thursday » when the fol- lowing officers were elected for the ensuing 2 President, D. Bigelow; vice s. Dr. H. N. Stokes and Professor Peter Fireman: secretary, V. K. Chestnut; treasurer, W. D. Cutter: executive council, Dr. E. A. de Schweinitz, Professor Chas. £. Monroe, Wirt Tassin an¢é W. H. Krug. a ‘The Royal Blue Line Trains are unequaled for safety, speed, equipment ard general excellence. Freqvent service to New York, Philadelphia, western points. Baltimore and Leave station, New Jers: ue and C street.—Advt. —— At the Soldiers’ Home. A delightful Hterary and social ¢ ©ccur tomorrow evening is the dramatic qmtertairment to be given at the “New Amusement Hall,” Soldiers’ Home, under the management of Mrs. Mary Manly Hay- wood, which is now being looked forward to with much pleasure by the social and official friends of that talented lady. She will be assisted on the occasicn by such well-krown talent as Miss Helen Prentiss Donohue, Miss Elsa Ulke, Mr. Wiiliam H. Conley, Mr. William Hunt of the Louts James Company, Dr. Thomas Calver, Miss Bessie Andrews, Mr. D. C. Haywood and a singer from New York city, Miss Alice Allmuth. The program will consist of se- lect dramatic aud musical numbers, a scene from “Taming of the Shrew” and the comedy of “Nance Oldfield.” ent to Cc. Fifth Annual Gathering of the District En- deavorers. Interesting Meetings Which Will Be Held Begin: = This Afternoon in the Calvary Baptist Church. The fifth annual convention of the Dis- trict C. E. Union begins this afternoon, and meetings will be held in the Calvary Bap- tist Church In the afternoon and evening today, tomorrow and Wednesday. The Program follows: Monday afternoon at 4 o'clock, conference on the spiritual life; society officers and committee chairmen; “We are Laborers Together With God.” Five-minute talks: The President and Vicc President, W. W. Tuckey; the Secre- tary, Harry G. Kimball; the Correspond- ing Secretary, Miss Anna J. Bell; the Treasurer, Arson 8. Tayloe; Committee Chairmen, Grant Leet; general discussion. Evening at 7:45 o’clock—Praise service? salutaticn, Scripture reading and prayer, Rev. S. H. Greene, D. D.; announcements, offering. Pastor's half hour, conducted by Rev. E. B. Bagby. Topic, “The Young Christian Can Help His Church and Pastor by —.” Pastors participating, Rev. E. B. Bagb; Rev. J. G. Butler, Rev. Geo. 8. Duncan, Rev. J. E. Fout, Rev. 8. M. Hartsock, Rev. B. B. James, Rev. A. P. Miller, Rev. N. C. Naylor and Prof. R. B. Warder. Ad- dress, “Some of the Things for Which Christian Endeavor Stands,” Rev. Howard B. Grose of Boston, Mass. Closing exer- cises. Tuesday afternoon at 4 o’clock—Confer- ence; subject, “Prayer.” Leader, Rev. Jo- seph T. Kelly. Evening at 7:45 o’clock— Patriotic song service, Scripture reading and prayer, Rev. Walter H. Brooks, D.D. announcement, offering; address, “The Young Christian's Duty to His Country,” Rev. Kerr Boyce Tupper, D.D., Philadel- phia; closing exercises. Wednesday afternoon at 4 o'clock—Con- ference, subject, “Christian Giving,” lead- er, Rev. M. Ross Fishburn. Evening, at 7:45 o’clock—Praise service, Scripture read- ing and praise, announcements and re- ports, offering. Sermon and consecration service, Rev. H. M. Wharton, D.D., Balti- more; subject, “The Dignity, Duty and Destiny of the Christian.” “Mizpah” and benediction. The music for the convention will be un- der the personal direction of Mr. Charles S. Clark, who so effectually organized, drilled and conducted the magnificent choruses which created so much enthusiasm at the internatfonal ChristianEndeavor con- vention last July. A special feature will be the Patriotic song service on Tuesday even- ing. The subjects for the three afternoon con- ferences, it is believed, will prove helpful and interesting to all Endeavorers. The speakers are chosen from among the be3t- known and most popular men who have ever addressed Christian Endeavorers. Rev. Howard B. Grose of Boston, Mass., formerly register of the Chicago University and now editor of the Watchman, is weil known throughout the country. He Is vice president of the United Society of Christian Endeavor, and was largely instrumental in securing the last international conven- tion for Washington. Dr. Grose was the originator of the Christian Endeavor mon- ogram emblem. Rev. Kerr Boyce Tupper, D. D., pastor of the First Baptist Church of Philadelphia, ranks among the foremost men of the Bap- tist denomination. His eloquence is well known to Washington audiences. Rev. H. M. Wharton, D. D., of Baltimore, Md.. is considered one of the very best evangelists of the present time. The Junior Rally. The annual rally of the Junior Christian Endeavor Union was held Saturday after- noon in the First Congregational Church. The church was well filled with the bright and happy juniors, who gave eager atten- tion to the exercises and addresses. A large banner hung over the platform, on which appeared the inscription “Christ for the World,” and the C. E. monogram and col- ored streamers completed the decorations. Mrs. M. I. Richardson of the Church cf the Covenant presided. The sin: under the direction of Mr. P. S. Fo: address of welcome was deli ter Raymond Miles, one of the -anior: followed by an illustrated talk by Mi: Reberts on the subject, “Come Closer to Christ.” Reports were read by Miss Li Roderick, Miss Edith Randolph, Miss ence Hopper and Master Tracey Li cock. Mrs. Gates gave a short talk on m! sionary work. The principal address of the afternoon was delivered by Mrs. James L. Hill of alem, Mass.. the originator of the rally feature in Junior Chri n Endeavor work, who made such a favoralle impressicn in this city last summer during the interna- tional avention. She spoke ef the growth of the junior movement und the benefit re- sulting from it to the senior societies and the church. An interesting feature in the program was a drill by members of St aul’s Lutheran Soci-ty, conducted by Mi: ja Keefer. ed McKinley and Hobart Carnival. Active preparations are now being made by the joint committee of the Interstate Republican Club and the Woman's Auxil- lary Association, who met at 417 7th street Saturday to further the errangement for a ten days’ carnival to be given at Masonic Temple, commencing Tuesday, February 2 The proceeds are to be used to assist the McKinley and Hobart Marching Ciub and the C. G. Conn Drum Corps to act as the escort to the some 15,00) members of the League of Republican Clubs who are expected to participate in the igaugural parade. The committee is working hard to make the carnival worthy of patror Some new and attractive features characterize this carnival. be one of the attractions, music will be furnished it. will Dancing is to and excellent n connections with A contest by the High School Cadets for an $8” piano is expected to add interest affair. Another feature that will be appreciated by the public is a daily lunch, at which dishes substantial and dainty will be setout, under the supervision of a genticman who ned a rational reputa- Uon as a caterer at the White House un- der a former administration. The night of Wednesday, February 3, has been desi nated as congressional night, and will be devoted to the entertainment of the con- gressmen and their friends. Every effort will be made to make the occasion a pleas- ant one, and no doubt many of the con- gressmen will give their encouragement to this enterprise. ——— A Logical Suggestion. To the Editor of The Evening Star: I see by The Siar of the 15th that Rep- resentative Gillett of Massachusetts has introduced a bill providing for the re- tiremen: of all civil service employes of the government at the age of sixty-five years. This ought to be entitled “A bill to increase the army of tramps,” as it would throw several thousands of worthy and ecmpeteat men out of employment— men who have given years of faithful and acceptable service to the government, and who are still able to render as good servize ag heretofore, but who by reason of age and long service for the government are un- titted to enter new avocations. Perhaps Representative Gillett thinks it is a crime to live to be sixty-five years of age; yet there are many men who are as old or older than that, and who, though they might be entirely willing to get out of the way of younger men, see no way of doing so except by the suicide route, and that sesins to be a little overcrowded. Wouldn't it be well for Mr. Gillett, while he is about it, to introduce a bill ‘making men who have reached the age of sixty-five years ineligible to a seat in Congress? If men of that age are unfit to do clerical and other work, what business have such men in Congress, making laws? VETERAN. ———— Installation of Officers. The grand commander and officers of the Grand Council have installed the following officers of Federal Council, 217, American Legion of Honor, for the current year: Commander, J. Weed Corey; vice com- mander, Clarence Wilson; orator, 3 angerfield Parker; past commander, Louis Cohn; secretary, John R. Collette; col- lector, John P. Garrett; treasurer, Wm. Thomas; chaplain, Charles B. Caywood; uide, R. B. Schwickardi; warden, Henry Frazier: sentry, Eugene Goldin; trustee, John T. Clements. E. CONVENTION! AMUSEMENTS. Haley’s Band Concert—Will A. Haley's corcert band has naturally grown to be one of Washington’s established institu- tions. As Sousa’s band is to the United States, so is Haley's organization to the national capital, and, therefore, the sec- ond concert of the season of the latter ag- gregation last evening at the New Na- tional Theater was perhaps unusual only in that it was c noticeably greater suc- cess than any of its predecessors. The customary crowded house listened atten- tively to every number, and at the con- clusion of each waxed enthusiastic to an extent that plainly called for more. Like Sousa, Haley is of an obliging disposition, and he did all in his power to satisfy the demands of the audience, one and in sev- eral instances two encore selections fol- lowing almost every number on the pro- gram proper. The band was assisted by Miss Mary Helen Howe, sopran Miss Jessica KE. Tabler, contralto, and Mr. W. R. Kendrick, cornetist. Miss Howe sang Michaela’s song, “Here Must the Smugglers Dwell, from “Carmen,” in manner s0 finished and pleasing as to call forth a double en- core. She also sang “Don’t Be Cros¢ with much expression. Miss Tabler’s se- lection was Morsell's “Rock of Ages,” and she was rewarded with an arm full of floral commendation. Miss Tabler sang an encore ané was compelled to bow her de- clination to an invitation to appear a third time. Mr. Kendrick, formerly of the Marire Bend, gave Hartmann’s “The Favorite,” with band accompaniment, in a thoroughly artistic manner, and responded to the expression of approval of the audi- ence with the familiar “Robin Adair.” The program opened with Sousa’s “El Capitan” March, which was followed by the impressive ‘‘Tannhauser” overture, which was splendidly interpreted and was the most ambitious number of the evening. The other numbers, all rendered in excel- lent style, were “Loreley,” a paraphrase; patrol, “Bon Voyage; the old favorite, “My Dream” waltz, by Waldteufel; Micha- elli's well-known idyl, “Forge in the For- a characteristique, “The Butterfly a pleasing sand dance, “The Kinkies,” and a selection from ‘“‘Carmen.” The encore numbers included Arthur Pryor’s rather ec- centric “Kansas Two-step,” Sousa's “King Cotton” ard “Liberty Bell” marches and Haley’s ‘Mystic Shrine’ march. Mr. Henry Xander and Mr. Manny Blout were all that could be desired as accompanists. The band by its work last evening cer- tainly took a firmer stand in the regard of its old friends and undoubtedly gained many new admirers. “Siegfried."—The season of German opera came to a close Saturday night at the Lafayette Square Orera House in a brilliant manner The audience filled the house, and it was fully as distinguished in character as on the previous night, the President and Mrs.Cleveland being present, as well as many cabinet ministers and those prominent in official and social cir- eles The for¢es under Mr. Walter Dam- rosch seemed at thelr best, particularly the orchestra, which never played better, and the aydience seemed to recognize the excellence of its work in the emphatic ap- plause given. Mr. Kraus, the tenor, in- creased and emphasized the favorable im- pression he made in “Lohengrin,” and sang with a clearness, an ease of manner and an intelligence of phrasing that elicited the most enthusiastic plaudits of the great audience, who demanded his reappearance again and again after each fall of the cur- tain. Mme. Lilli Lehmann sang Brunhild in her thoroughly artistic manner, and in the third act divided the honors with Kraus. The performance of “Tannhauser” Sat- urdav afternoon was in some respects dis- appointing, for the tenor, Mr. Ernst, was suffering fiom a cold and utterly unable to sing the part, but it was gratifying in respect to the Elizabeth of Mrs. Gadski, who made Ler best impression during the season. The chorus was in good form and the well known “pilgrim’s” chorus was sung with impressive effect. The orches- tra was, of course, a delight and satis- faction from the beginning of the great overture to the falling of the curtain of the lest act. Altogether the season can be looked back upon with pleasure and Mr. Damrosch deserves the thanks of the music-loving community of this city for bringing his company to Washington. It had three great singers—Lehmann, Kraus and Fischer—it had a few of good ability, among whom may be mentioned Gadski and Mertens, and the orchestra was, as has heretofore been said, unsurpassed for the work it had to do. The Ice Palace—Mr. George A. Meagher, who will appear at the Convention Hall Ice Palace tonight in an exhibition of fancy skating, has been the champion figure and fancy skater of the world since 1891, win- ning in that year the medal presented by the Earl of Derby for the championship, and holding it at every subsequent meet. Mr. Meagher is a native of Kingston, Can- ada, but is of Irish descent. Not only is he a skater of the most wonderful type, but he has a decided social position in Canada, and in Europe, which cannot fail to make him a favorite in this city. Mr. Meagher has received medals from Lady Randolph Churchill, Prine Louise, the Earl of Derby, the Marquis of Dufferin, the Count- ess of Turenne, Lord Aberdeen, the Paris Cerle des Patineurs, the South Orange Field Club, the Kingston Skating Club and many other persons of note, as well as or- genizations, whose names are known the world over. His collection amounts in all to twenty-eight pieces, and is probably the handsomest collection’ of medals ever re- ceived by any one person. Mr. Meagher's exhibitions are the most wonderful that have ever been put before the public of any city. His figures are executed with a grace, skill and daring which is incom- prehensible to those who do not see him. He jumps over six chairs on both feet and over four on one foot; he does the grape: vine, anvil, crosses and the spread eagle at lightning speed, in and out among lighted lamps; he spins on one foot from one end of the hall to the other, and last, but not least, he turns a somersault at the end of an acrobatic roll on the ice. He will give exhibitions every evening at the rink at 9 o'clock, his turn lasting about half an hour, und on Saturday afternoon will also give an exhibition at 3 o'clock. ‘The Cinematographe—An entire change of pictures will mark this, the last, week of the engagement of the cinematographe, that wonderful invention of che Lumieres of Paris, at Willard Hall in this city. The cinematographe has been the wonder and delight of all who have seen it since it was installed in its quarters’ at Willard Hall, and has shown a wonderful drawing power. Although exhibitions have been given three times a day, at 2, 4 and 8 o'clock, large crowds have been present at all of them, and the machine never seems to lose its novel character for an instant. The pic- tures will be changed this week, and some entire new views will be presented. The exhibitions will take place at the usual hours every day this week. Mrs. Wheeler's Recital.—The dramatic recital given by Mrs. Eva Nash Wheeler of New York at Rauscher’s Hall Friday even- ing was a most enjoyable affair. The pro- gram selected was calculated to show Mrs. Wheeler's versatility, and she gave every number upon it with rare intelligence and skill. Mrs. Wheeler has a good stage pres- ence, a pleasing manner and a well modu- lated voice, and her entertainment Friday evening was an excellent sample of the work she 1s capable of doing. Mr. Vincent on George Eliot.—Those who attended the lecture on George Eliot given Thursday night last at St. Stephen's Par- ish Hall, 14th street, Columbia Heights. by Mr. Leon Vincent, nephew of Bishop Vin- cent of Chautauqua fame, enjoyed a rare literary treat. Mr. Vincent's description of the mental and moral qualities and per- sonal appearance of this wonderful woman was as clear as a cameo, and made a deep impression upon the minds of his audience. There will be two more lectures in this course, one on the evening of January 21 on O. W. Holmes and another on January 26 on Charles Dickens. Fisk Jubilee Singers.—Those olé favorites, the Fisk Jubilee Singers, after a tour abroad, where they wen golden opinions, will give two concerts, one on Sunday next, January 24, at the New National Theater, and one at the Universalist Church, corner of 13th and L streets, on Wednesday even- ing, January 27. These singers are weil known here and have always received the warmest welcome. Few can forget the rendering of the slave melodies. The effect is wonderful, not only by their pathos, but also by the masterly manner in which they are sung. es Death of Mrs. Isaac Gans. Mrs. Gans, wife of Isaac Gans, manager of Lansburgh & Bros.’ dry goods tore, died at her home, 726 Sth street, Saturday, after a brief illness. Mrs. Gans, whose maiden name was Margaret Hoffheimer, was a resident of Norfolk, Va., until her marriage. Mrs. Gans {s survived by her husband and one child, a boy. The funeral took -place this afternoon from the family lence. DR. CONATY'S INSTALLATION. Arrangements for the Ceremeny To- mortow. Arrangements have been completed for the ceremony of instefling Rev. Dr. Conaty as rector of -the Catholte Untversity, tomorrcw.. It will sccur at 4 <pm., in the McMahon hall of philosophy,’ a large delegation of the clergy from Washing- ton and cutside citfes being present, In- cluding Cardinal Gittins, Monsignor Mar- tinelif-and several ar¢ibishops and: bisheps. Two. thousand invitations have been issued to the clergy and ta prominent educators, college: presidents ané; public officials. Vice Rector Garrigan wiiliimake a brief: intrd- ductory address, -uftet which - the letter from Cardinal Gibbons, announcing the ap- pointment of Dr. Conaty, and also the let- ter of Pope Leo making the appointment will be read. The pope's’ letter is already received and deals only with the appoint- memt, not going into general questions. Followirg this Cardinal Gibbons, as chan- cellor of the university, will make the ad- dress formally installing the new’ rector, and Dr. Conaty, in accepting the office, will respond in an address. Monsignor Martinelli is not down for any remarks, but he may express his felicitations on the event. A reception will follow in the large hall below, where Dr. Conaty will-receive the faculty, the clergy and others. eee Street Preaching. “I do not want it to be understood that I am opposed to preaching in the “streets,” remarked Judge Kimball during the hearing of a case today in the Police Court, “but when @ man poses as a preacher merely as @ pretext for begging that is neither right nor proper, and I shall impose @ fine against every such defendant who may be brought before me.” The case was one of disorderly- conduct, preferred against Jacob Wise and George Richardson, both colored, the latter a cripple. “The men go from alley to alley, singing and collecting money,” testified Policeman Harbison, ‘They told me that they don’t wan't to beg, and as they are not allowed to steal, must get money somehow.” “Richardson, I know to be a well-known beggar,” stated the court. “I have seen him so engaged at 14th and F streets al- most every night for years.” R. G. Barnwell, who lives on W_ street near 14th street, was the principal com- plaining witness against the men. “They assemble every Sunday in Chester court, which is directly in the rear of my house,” said Mr. Barnwell, “and give utterance to ear-piercing shrieks. They yell and shout and dance in a manner nothing less than horrible.” “How much do you men collect each Sun- day?” asked the court. ‘About $5." “Do you divide it?” “Yes, sir,” responded Wise. “I get one- third, and Richardson, being afflicted, takes two-thirds.”” ee ell, each of you will have to pay a fine o —_——__ Funeral Services. ‘The funeral of Harriet Ann Terrill, who died Tuesday last of pn+umonia, took place at 1 o'clock Friday afternoon from Mt. Olive Baptist Church, on 6th street north- east, and was attended by a large con- course of friends whom deceased had, in her humble path of lifé honorably served, having been a valued servant during the past twenty-five years at Langley’s and Kolb’s hotels on 8th street, and since in the employ of well-known families in this city. Mount Olive Tabernacle, Order of Moses, No. 31, and Abraham Tabernacle of Gali- lean Fishermen, No. 7, were largely repre- sented, and the interment was in Harmony cemetery, Rev. Randolpn Peyton and Rev. William Robinson officiating. — The Talk of the Rich! The jcy of the middle classes! A blessing to the poor! At $1.35 for 5-lb. box best but- ter, we touch them all. James F. Oyster, 200 Pa. ave. "Phone 271.—Advt. ee Reynolds Post. » Jchn F. Reynolds Post, No. 6, at its mecting installed the following named ef- ficers for the ensuing year: Commander, Fred G. Calvert; senior vice commander, John F. Winans; junior vice commander, Elisha A. Jacobs; adjutant, Frank L. Me- Kerna; quartermaster, Lewis B. Parker; surgeon, H. M. Bennett, M. D.; officer of the day, Wm. N. Thomas; officer of the guard, Wm. H. Moor. After the instala- tien ceremonies the post resolved itseif in- to a social club, and songs, recitations and war stories were related. Among those ent and contributed to the comrades were Col. M. Urell, Maj. Newton Ferree, Dr. H. H. Hi. White. nice white pine, dresse ibbey & Co., 6th and } >—_— His Identity. Inspector Hollinberger has received a letter from Capt. O'Brien of the New York police force relative to the identity of the man who committed suicide in that city some days ago. He was a stranger in New York and his name was given as John Wendali~Smith. It was thought that he was Wendall A. Smith, who left here sev- eral weeks ago. A woman, who gave her 2 cents per + ave.—Ad. name as Collins, and who said she was an actre aimed the body, which was turned over to her for interment. The New York police have been unable to find the womaa, so that nothing more is known of the man’s identity than was known at the time he ended his life. SES Death of George Brown. George Brown, the colored “Sousa” of the District, and for many years leader of the Capital City Band, one of the most famous colored musical organizations in this city, died last Wednesday. His funeral oc- curred yesterday, the interment being at Harmony cemetery, and took place under the auspices of the band of which he was the director and the various societies of which he was a member. Mr. Brown was # clarionet player of superior ability, and under his direction and management the band of which he was the head achieved notable laurels in many events. He had a lacge circle of friends and acquaintances who will feel their loss in no ee Two Union Mission Directors Resign. Messrs. N. A. Robbins and P. 8S. Foster have resigned from the board of directors of the Central Union Mission. Mr. Robbins announced some time ago his intention to resign. He will continue to aid the mission actively. Ooooeseoecooeoecoeeoooooees Better ‘Than cure, is prevention. If subject to rheumatism, ward off tt attacks by purify- ing your blood now? with a thorough course " Hood’s Sarsaparilla ‘The best—in fact, the One True Blood Purifier. es ees Te Biel Hood’s Pills care eye te: cert? seoessees BLOOD POISONING And eyery humor of the Blood, Skin and Scalp, with Joss of hair, whether siuple, serofulous, ul- cerative or hereditary, speedily cured by CUTI- CURA REMEDIES, when the best physicians and all other remedies fail. Complete bome treatment for every humor. Sold everywhere, For $171 you’ can own $250}: And there's uo fiction ubout this—depend on it. T have magnificent palr of Lamond Eurrings—a Uttle over 3 carats in welght—gems fit to adorn a queen—sciutillating—Drillinnt—full_ of fire. These Were taken in trade—bought in te regular way T couldn't xell them at this remarkable reduced. price Tm makiog—$171. Furthermore, Tl take them back at nny time—refunding the $171—tess 10 per 310 Oth st. cent_for wear and tear! “SPIER’S,” is-14a Work ef Thieves as Shown by the - Police Reports. Henry Robinson’s barber shop at No. 1012 D street southwest was visited last night by a burglar, who effected an en- trance by forcing open the door. Three boxes of cigars and some cigarettes were stolen. The robbery was discovered this morning when Mr. Robinson went to open the shop, but the burglar left no clue be- hind. Complaint of the affair was made to the police, and an investigation is being made. : Saturday aight when William J. Lenoir of 1244 4% street- retired he left four big hens and a rooster in the yard, but the crowing of the rooster was not heard yes- terday morning, as usual, and he became suspicious that some one had visited his premises during the night. His suspicions were not without foundation, for a fence climber had been there, and the chicken houre was empty. Policeman Marr's buggy was robbed of a lap robe about three weeks ago, and now he wants his brother officers to find it for him. He lives and does duty in Anacostia, but on the occasion that he was made the victim of a thief he was on South Capitol Street. The rcbe was a hand-made affair. Simon Atlas, whose store is at #25 D Street, had a customer Saturday night pe cole bad and who did not pay i e customer two ousers and two vests, “ot {0 Pairs of riday there was a dishonest individ in the house of David Holmes on Seam plain pevenies So the occupant of the house @ police yesterd isap- eared. Pt y rday, and $7 disap. he theft of a silver watch was reported pal oe naulding- The robbery, he! said, Place on a Columbia stré car 24th of December. ste senate E. C. Hogan, who lives at 463 K street, complains of the theft of some harness. —___ Grant Circle, Ladies of the G. A. R. The newly elected officers of the U. 8. Grant Circle were inszalled last weel President, Mrs. Laura A. Lemmon; senior vice president, Mrs. Celia Sneden; junior vice president, Mrs. Fannie Calvert; treas- urer, Mrs. Sarah S. Thorn; couductor, Mrs. L. Rugg; guard, Mrs. Engle: secretary, Mrs. L. Overacker. After the installation there was a short address by the president, Mrs. Laura Lemmon; ren.arks by Mrs. Florence C. George, national treasurer; re. sponse by Addie R. Perkins, retiring presi- dent; music by the Old Boys’ Quartet, Mc- Kee, Clark, Johnson and Player, and reci- tation by Miss Edith Perkins, ‘The Whis- ting Regiment.” Col. Patrick, past de- partment commander of Alabama, made Some very pleasant remarks, and extended to the circle the regrets of the national Junior vice command>r, as he could not be Present, after which retreshments were served. The installing officer was Mrs. Nellie Royce. The retiring president was presented with a beautiful oe basket of —— Ald to Injured. There will be practical demonstrations of the first aids to the injured by Dr. Daniel HH. Williams, surgeon in chief of Freed- man’s Hospital, at the Metropolitan A. M. E. Church, M street between 15th and 16th, Wednesday evening at The affair will be under the auspices of the King’s Daugh- ters of the church, and Dr. Williams will be assisted by a corps of internes and nurses from the training school of Freed- man’s Hospital. Admission to the enter- talnment will be free, and the public is cordially invited to attend. —— For Divorce. Louise ©. Wells, in applying for divorce from Fenton G. Wells, states that they were married June 8, 1891, and lived for some time at Fairfax station, Va. Mrs. Wells says her husband is a Post Office Department clerk at a salary of about $1,200 a year, and owns a farm in Fairfax county, Va., worth between $5,000 and $10,000. She charges him with non-suppo: and with deserting her in Februa: She also prays for alimony and counsel ee LOPE EEL EEL LL LAD | ROYAL BAKING POWDER. Absolutely Pure. Celebrated for its great leavening Strength and healthfuiness. Assures the food against alum and all forms of adulteration common to the cheap brands. ROYAL BAKIN ow LEE £ Kine es a CITY ITEMS ee “Partridge” Hams Will Be Best always. They're best now, and they're get- ting better, if possible, every day. Sold in all markets. C. SCHROTH, 304 K st. mkt. 1 Saturday afterncon James Holloran, who lives at 1206 22d street, fell on the side- Wwatk near 22d and K streets and sprained his ankle. The police patrol wagon was calle¢ and he was taken to his home. —>—__—_ 334 H st. n.w.—Just received by J. D. Cumming. an invoice of Kippered Herring, cured by Malcolm & Co., Greenoch, Scotl’d. + The King of Pills is Beecham’s. jy8-dly Steeple jacks are at work on the spire of the Luther Memorial Church at Thomas Circle, repairing dumage to the steeple wrotght during the September hurricane. Several patches of slate were blown off ard scme of the shingles are loose and liable to fall at any time. ee Ours is the Finest Sausage that the finest home-dressed meats can make. We have all Kinds, deliciously sea- soned. J. A. Augusterfer, Center mkt. 1 Royal Hendache Powders cure. 10c. mhd-m,w,f,stt ~ AMUSEMENTS. N2W National THEATER. Engagement of OTIS SKINNER. ‘Tonight, also Tuesday and Wednesday Nights, A Soldier of Fortune. Mat. Wed., THE LADY OF LYONS; Thurs. and Mat. Sat., ROMEO AND JULIET; Fri., HAMLET; Sat., double bill, MERCHANT OF VENICE and KATHERINE AND PETRUCHIO. Next week—W. H. CRANE. NEw NATIONAL THEATER, Next week— Beiming Monday, Jan. 25, ‘THE AMERICAN ACTOR, WM. H. CRANE, IN HIS LATEST GREAT SUCCESS, A FOOL OF FORTUNE. weace THURSDAY, p07 ON SALE ‘CADEMY—PRICES, 25, 50, 75e. AND $1.00. A ‘2 and Boe. 5 Ja18-20¢¢. 4018-2 Wed. and Sat.’ Mai 50c. res'd. Jacob's Litt’s Eclipsing Production, IN; OLD #8 KENTUCKY. Wah ssa GREAT CasT! - _, SUPERB SCENERY! NUMEROUS NOVELTIES: EXCLUSIVE FEATURES! | o> THE TWO One reason why Scott's Emulsion cures. weak throats, weak lungs, makes rich blood, and strengthens puny and delicate children is because all its parts are mixed in so scientific a manner that the feeblest digestion can deal with it. This experience has only come by. doing one thing for nearly 25 years. This means,’ purest ingredients, most evenly and delicately mixed, best adapted those whose strength has failed or whose diges- for tion would repel an uneven product. For sale by all druggists at 50c. and $1. 19 AMUSEMENTS. 7 e MANSFIELD. HE LAPAYETTE. ANNUAL GAGEMENT OF MR. RICHARD MANSFIELD, MISS BEATRICE CAMERON * ‘And the New York Garrick Theater Stock Couy the managemen: ny, under Hoyt & Mckee. TONIGHT— A MERCHANT OF VENICE. A PARISIAN ROMANCE MARAS (first time here) KING RICHARD IIT EAU BRUMMEL PRINCE KARL. TUESDAY. WED. MAT. WED. EV! THURSDAY FRIDAY. SAT. MATINEE. -BEAU BRUMMEL SAT. EVE. DR. JEKYLL AND ME. HYDE : REGULAR PRICES. Next Attraction—&, S$ WILLARD. —jal8-24tf (COLUMBIA THEATER. STODDARD LECTURES NOVEL! INTERESTING: BEAUTIFUL! NEW LECTURES ON EUROPE, AND MR. STODDARD'S FIRST LECTURE ON AMERICA, 1—HEROIC AND ROMANTIC SCOTLAND. 2-OLD F. >. 3—THE YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK. 4—OLD AND NEW RUSSIA. 5—ATHENS AND V The in 2 IDENTICAL COURSES. ‘To be gi COURSE A—EVENINGS OF FEB. 1, 3, 6, 9, 11. COURSE B— S OF FEB. 2, 4, 8, 10, SALE of COURSE TICK! after THULSDAY MORN! Prices, $1.50, $2.50, $3.50, Seat for 5 Lectures. Jal8-1w BURDITT & NORTH, Managers. Stoddard Lectures. Subscription book for the reservation of seats now: open at ELLIS’ MUSIC STORE, Jal8-2te ‘987 PA. AVE. GE48D orena rot KERNAN & RIPE. Managers. WEEK COMMENC JANUARY 18. WEDNESDAY— MATINEES SATURDAY Chas. A. Gardner ut Metzerott’s on and JAN. 21. including Reserved In the Romantie Comedy, a. “FATHERLAND. AitDNER'S SON “TH Invitation, Bacchus and Wire, inning Wheel, ete. "Yinintatned> | 15, 25, 50 & 75c. All Seats Coaponed, NOTE.—A_ good seat Seats in Box, $1.00. b-J fal8-6t 4 AND 29. Matinee Course of Lectures. Each afternoon at 4:15. : HarryFurniss, TH GREAT LONDON CARICATURIST, Will « sketeh stonians with his celebrated $ OF PARI STORIES. nd $1.00. Sale Jali ‘They have successors. up Detroit Fr orner of 14th and 1. streets— WEDNESDAY EVENING, JANUARY 27. 1871 TWENTY. 1896-97 AL, COMPAN FISK Jubilee Singers Returned from a two y THE proad, winning ALL THE Opinions: the heart. The Emperor of Ger ling to location. at theater Store for alse (Gee TH Four Nights Only, Bargain Matinee ‘Thursday. Regular Matinee Saturday. Al. G. Field’s Combined Minstrels. LARGEST AND BEST COMPANY IN AMERICA. More Comedians, more money Next week—THE CHERRY PICKERS. Jal M THEATER. THIS WKEK. KE®*455 tre Al 5 nees Tuesday, Thursday and. Saturday. AL. REEVES’ BIG BURLESQUE GO 25—WHITES—25—BLACKS—25 Next_week-WEBER & FIELD'S OWN SHOW. jals-6t COURSE OF EIGHT LECTURES AT THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 16th and O sts. No. 7. The Zuni Indians. Prof. F. H. Cushing. . MONDAY, JAN. 18, AT 7:30 P.M. Tickets, 25 cents. Ja16-2t FOR THE CHARITY FUND BURNSIDE RELIEF CORPS, NO. 4, ILLUSTRATED LECTURE By Dr. A. G. ROGERS, D.D., EDINBURGH, OLD AND NEW, WITH SCOTCH SONGS AND MELODIES, At CHURCH OF OUR FATHER, cor. 18th and L sts., MONDAY, January 18, at 8 p.m. Single admission, 25 cents.” jalG-2t BROWNING’S SAUL Rey. S. M. Newman, D. D., First Congregatiotal Church, cor. 10th and G sts. n.w,, TUESDAY, JANUARY 19, aT 8 P.M. §a16-2¢ ADMISSION, 20 CENTS. IF YOU WANT — STODDARD S-. DANCING. caswane scaerr Private ionsous given datiy by appotmcanest: Sar st AMUSEMENTS. THE ANNUAL Charity Ball FOR THE BSEXEFTT OF THE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL, To be WEDNESDAY, January 20, at ibe NATION. RIFLEY ‘ARMORY. cote be Kin Thotpon's Drug Store, the prominent etels and at theo oe it of the ball, ‘The supper will be a ture, the ladies of the board. hing Will be of the very best. The Marine Baud will fornisa the music. SUPPER TICKETS, 50 CENTS. PATRONESSES. Mrs. Stevenson, Mra. Olney, Madame Tatenotre, Mrs. Lamont, Barouess Thlelmang, Miss Herbert, Madame Dupuy de Lome, Xin. Francis, Madame Romere, irs. Harmon, ress elmulter, Mra. Puller, Viscountens Sanig Mrs. Gray, Thyrno, Mrs. Rrown, Mrs. John May, Mra. Haile, Mrx. Bugher, Mrs. Brice, Mrs. Wailach, Mra. Lodue, Mrs. Wetmore, Mra. Cameron, Mrs. Elkins, Mra. Draper, Mrs. MeClelian, Mrs. Hearst. Mrs. Harriet Lane Jobn- ston, Mra \. 1. Anderson, Mrs. Townsend, Mise Tigas, RECEYTION COMMITTER. Mise Miller, Mrx. Sheridan, Mrs. M Lelter, Mrs. Meta les, Mra. Huldekopei Joe; Mrs. Glover. FLOOR COMMITTEE. GEORGE HOWARD, Chairman. Dr. Charles Bispham, J. Henry Small, Baward Borers, Francis Hastings, Charles C. Gloves, P. Lee Phillips, Charles Poor, John €. Poor, F. P. B. Sands, Licutenant Sidney A. Staunton, Dr. T. Richie Stone, Arthur W. Addixon, John M. Biddle, Jesse Brown, Frank Michler, Charles L. McCauley, Lieutenant Thos. S. Rodgers, Clay Ray, R. Rows Perry, jr., W. I. McPherson, Woodbury Blair, We H. Moses, Alexander Britton, Geo. Hellen, W. 8 Thompson, Satauel Maddox, Ralph Jenkins, Thos. M. Chatard, Edward McCauley, George M. Dunn, John H. Magruder, Frank Andrews, Jack Story, Harris Lindsley, Horace Wescott, Richard Weightmana, Dr. Alexander Magruder, U.S.N.; Charles A. Mo= Kenney, Jobn F. Wilkins, P. B. ler, Jr., Arthup Gassels, Jobn C. Gilmore, jr., Morton Otis, Walter Galt, Geo. W. Evans. jal6-at Ice Palace, Convention Hall, cor. Sth and I. sts. now. Real Ice Skating. Afternoon at 2. Every Evening at 7:30. ENGAGEMENT EXTRAORDINARY — MR. GEO. A. MEAGHER, Champion Figure and Exhibition Skater of the World. Exhibitions Every Evening at 9 o'clock, day afternoon at 3 o'clock, ADMISSION, 25 CENTS. Spfrial classes every morning, 10:20 to 12:30. ACSDEMY OF MUSIC. Jan. 24, mun. First Concert Washington Orchestra Eve Sature SUNDAY EVENING, and Associated Choirs. Maina, Director. PRICES: 25e., 50c. Seats now on’ sule s Steinway Plano used sa16-7t CHURCH OF TU THE + RECITAL BY Mustrations by Ar. @. nission, 50 certs, Tickets at! Metzerott’s, CoLenr ra THE BOSTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA |Mareson orera co. MR. | PAUR, Conductor, mncert, TUESDAY EV! JANUARY 19, AT 8. AM MARIE TOULINGUET Of the Mozart on sale at B, Asst. Mi R. CO! Mgr. $a11,13,14,1 TER 50TH PRESENTATION IN THIS CITY BY REV. A. G. ROGERS, Music by COLUMBIA THEATER ORCHESTRA. Tickets, 2 and 50 cents. Now on sale at box office. jaleet Willard Hall. HAVE YOU SEEN IT? WHY NOT? LUMIERE'S: CINE MAT OCRAPHE, “The Most Wenderful Thing ‘un the World.” All Earth in Action Brought to Washington. Full descriptive lectures by Mr. WHITING AL- LEN daily at 2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and §:15 p.m, Admission, 50c. Children, 25c. No reserved seats, jal24t COLUMBIA ACADEMY ™.co™ ‘of the sights of Washington. Cycling taught on @ 12,000-ft. Boor. Competent instructors. Charges small. Music every evening. 22d ond P etrevta, 3. BART Bu Mg ‘Take F strect cars. EXCURSIONS, ETC. QUICK SERVICE BY RAIL. Mount Vernon Arlington. Station, Pa. ave. und 13% Schedule see Ratl- road colum, this paper. an OEE Fort Myer, Arlington, Falls Church. Electric Cars trom @2-1m w. Steamer Macalester MOUNT VERNON ‘Towb of Washington, Daily (except Sanday), reach the city at 2:30 p.m RE, ROUND TRIP, 50c Admission to grounds, 25 cits. ia DOANT CAPE ON THE STEAMER. ichets, jount Vernon admission coupon, for sale at wharf and at hotels. Will sive make siver landings an far 32 Girment, stopping reigh! Pamengers both ways. For charters, etc., apply at office of steamer Macal- ocl-tt L. L. BLAKE, Captain. Norfolk & Washington Steamboat Co. Aqueduct_ bridge. ‘A. and F.C.