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14 THE EVENING STAR, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1897-28 PAGES. AFFAIRS IN ALEXANDRIA/BAPTISTS AT A BANQUET Funeral of French Smoot From Family Resi- | Their Social Union Organization in Annual dence This Afternoon. Owners of Unlicensed Dogs Liable to | Columbian Arrest—Candidates for Office— General and Personal. Evening Star Bureau, No. 529 King street (Bell telephone No. 1 ALEXANDRIA, Va., October 30, 1807. The funeral of the late French Smoot, whose death has been mentioned in The Star, took place from the family residence on Upper Prince street today at 2 o'clock, and was largely attended. Andrew Jack- son Lodge of Masons, of which the de- ceased was a past master, attended in a bedy, as did 9n escort from Old Dominion Commandery, Knights Templar, of which Mr. Smoot was treasurer. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Dr. P. P. Phillips of St. Paul's Church, and the in- terment was in the family lot of the cem- etery of that church. The following gen- tlemen acted as pallbearers: Messrs. W. H. Zimmerman, T. W. Robinson, J. K. M. Nerton, G. L Boothe, W. K. Davidson and J. C. Smoot. Unlicensed Dogs. Mayor Simpson has issued a notice call- ing attention to the law regarding unli- censed dogs. It is said that there are fully 500 such in the city. The list of names of owners who have obtained licenses will be made public November 1, and all persons found to harbor dogs without a license will be arrested and taken before the mayor. The police have been instructed to keep a sharp lookout and report all cases coming under their observation. Alexandria Water Company. An annual meeting of the Alexandria Water Company will be held Monday next. The report of Mr. B. Wheat, president of the company, is that more mains have been jaid during tne year just finished than any year since ISS4. Thirty squares of mains have been laid since the year began, and the a‘fairs of the company are said to be in a most prosperous condition. Aspirants for Future Honor. Although the election of commissioner of revenue does not take place until May of next year, there are already three gentle- men who have anrounced themselves as candidates for the position. They are Messrs. C. H. Callahan, present deputy col- lector Theo. Ballinger and Edgar F. Thompson. Repairs to Stermer Columbia. The steamer Columbia, belonging to the Washington and Alexandria Ferry Com- wny. which had been under repairs, has sore back to Washington. She was dam- aged in a coll . and her repairs con- sisted of ving a new shaft, new wheels, repairs co her cennecting rod and @ general overhauling of her machinery. Generzl and Personal Notes. Alexandria gymnasium will reop< Monday night at 7 o'clock. All old mem- bers and these desiring to become mem- bers are invited to be present. Mr. K. Kemper has been ri ‘The appointed a public, and yesterday qualified as in the corporation court. Mr. J. L. Lovejoy, who has been visiting in this city, has returned to his in Beston. rumored that a large number of -harges will be nade at the shops of the Seuthern railroad im this city in a few he twenty-se will be observed at the near this city, ord arnual athletic day Episcopal High Saturday, Novem- School, ber 6, Baptist Young People’s Union t © a sociable, which was greatiy by those present. delegation of businessmen, ‘ait on the commiss evenue and the Secretary of sury to urge them to allow Collec- Fark Agnew to remove his office from Lynchburg to this city. Mayor Simpson had only one case to dis- pose of in police court this morning, that of a hobo, Frank McGuire, charged with Leing drunk and disorderly. The accused man was sent to the chain gang for ten days. Corporation Attorney Gardner L. Boothe reported at police headquarters this morn- ing that some unknown thief had stolen kis overcoat from his office on South Wash- ington street. Judge J. K. M. Norton and the electoral board last night finished stamping the bal- lots to be used in this city at Tuesday's election. Judge Love of Alexandria county yesterday stamped the tickets to be used in the count Mr. James Self has been appointed a spe- cial policeman. He will do duty at the Opera House. The old Dominion Commandery, Knights Templar, conferred the order of the Red Cross on several candidates at its Nall lasi night. Mr. W. IL Schoem has been appointed temporary weigher for the port of Alexan- ria. —s Club Entertainments. A. surprise party tendered Miss Mainie King, secretary of the “Guess,” at her home, 1226 New Jersey avenue, Taurs- day evening, in honor of her birthday. Vocal and instrumental music, recitations and games were enjoyed. Miss King was remembered by her friends with many handsome and useful presents. Those pre ent, including the “Guess,” were Misses Minnie and Lottie Bruseke, Annie Hoge, Aggie Shiel, Annie King, Mamie Achstet- ter and Messrs. Heury Scott, Shelby Key- ser. Harry Dunan, Wallace Brown, Frank Long. Albert Woodruff, James Bishop and Thomas Brown. The “Guess” will cele- ecn Monday evening by a other appropriate games at 1 was King’s residence. 26 New Jersey avenue, when the regular weekly meeting will also be held A Halloween hop was given at the Lite field last night. Misses Wood and Brad}: received the guests and were the hostes eS of the evening. The parlors were hand- decorated with palms and flowers nted a most attractive aypear- Refreshments were served during the intermission in the program of dance Some of those present were Mrs. and Miss Renshaw, Ward Shuster, Frank Dodge, Mrs. C. M. Darton, Miss Lewis, Mr. Saul, Dr. Shultz, Miss Heckman, Mr. Sheeiz. Mr. and Mrs. Dillon, Jack Little, C. N Berry. Mr. and Mrs. Millstead, Miss Walk- er, Miss Clements, Mrs. Jordan, J. H. Jc dzn, Mrs. M. A. Millward, Russell Mil!- ward. Prof. Voinot, Miss Walker, Miss Jen- &s. Gordon Hooker, E. C. Bradley, Miss Cameron, Miss Tyler, Mrs. Daisy se Fox, Miss Barrett. ——_o__ Democrats Discuss Maryland. A meting of local democrats was held last night at the Metropolitan Hotel to consider the alleged intention on the part «f republicans to import colored voters from the District into Maryland next Tues- James L. Norris, presided, and a long statement was read purporting to give the plans which the republican managers are going to adopt on election day, and the Measures taken by the democrats to frus- trate them. Mr. Norris announced that {rom reports from Maryland received by Bim and his own personal observation there was great hope for a democratic vic- tory. It was announced at the mecting that the Jackson democratic Association would receive election returns at the Metro- politan Hotel Tuesday night. Bids Opened School Building. Bids were opened this afternoon by the Proposal beard for constructing an eight- reom public school building at the corner of Ist and Quincy streets, West Ecking- ton. This was the school house for which bidS were opened several days ago, but re- jected because they were all too high. The Plans were amended and new bids invited. They were as follows: Andrew Gleeson and Robert T. Humphrey, $24,800; J. M. Dunn, $25.200; Baldwin & Peake, $24, & Son. & Greer, Meeting Last Evening. U0 Toasted—Ad- dress by President Whitman a Principal Feature. versity The annual banquet of the Baptist Social Union took place last evening at the Eb- bitt House, and was a gratifying success in every particular. After those present had partakep of a sumptuous repast and an invocation had been offered by Rev. Dr. C. C. Meador, President Needham of the union, who was also the presiding officer for the occasion, delivered an address of welcome, after which he spoke of the aims of the organ- ization. “This organization has two objects,” he said. “First, to promote among members of all the churches of the denomination a more friendly and intimate - association, and, second, to consider the general inter- ests of the denomination in the city, and the terger questions of personal duty which come to every conscientious Chris- tian man.” The principal address of the evening was that of President Whitman of Columbian University, whose topic was: “The Work of the Young People for Columbian: Signs of Promise.” President Whitman’s Address. Dr. Whitman said: “The future is in the hands of the young people of today. All that this involves for our own institution and for all institutions is patent without argument. The places of power, of re- source, of opportunity, of responsibility, will shortly be filled by those who now stand eagerly looking into the larger things of manhood and womanhood. Co- lumbian will in the future draw largely upon ali these elements, so that the hope of the university is bound up closely and cou- tinually with the development of the young peopl. “There is, however, a single line of work which I would urge as at once feasible for the young people. The ccst will not be excessive, and the advantage to the uni- ersity will be exceedingly great. In a city so well stocked with public libraries as Washington there is no need for an ed- ucational institution to maintain a large library. What an educational institution in Washington needs is not a great collection of books, but a good working library. A few thousand volumes will accomplish here what many times the number would be needed for elsewhere. We do not need and we do not wish at Columbian a large col- lection of books. We do need, however, and that seriou Several Civusaud Vur- umes of new good books, the best and most recent of their kind, for actual use by students. Part of these would consti- tute 2 general library made up of books of interest to the general student, and, to a Emited extent, to the general reader. The rest would be distributed through the dit- ferent class rooms in the form of devart- mental libraries. “A body of young people in one of the churches might undertake to provide and support the library nceded by the depart- ment of Latin; anoiher, the library needed by the department of Greek; another, the library needed by the department of phil- osophy, ard so on.” Signs of Promise. Dr. Whitman then spoke eloquently and at length upon the signs of promise for the university, among them being the develop- ment of the institution from an aggrega- tion into a unity; the rapid increase in the strength of the churches and the increase in the elements of spiritual power. He spoke not of a single church, but of the great body of Christian men and women not a single organization being antagonis- tic to the university. There is also a sign of promise, he said, in the response given in the presentation of the university werk in other communities, and in. the backward glances into the history of three- fourths of a century. He referred to the heroic struggles of Luther Rice, the lead- lug spirit of the beginning of the institu- ion. Prof. Otis Mason spoke upon “Scientific Sckools—under the control of Christian men. Rev. Samuel H. Greene, D. D., discussed “The duty of Christian people to pro- vide institutions of learning for higher education, and the layman's part in the work.” Rev. Dr. J. J. Christian Universit: Mrs. T. C. Noyes sang “Becai You, Dear,” in a most finished m: purity of her voice being very appar- ent, and in respoase to repeated ealls gave “A Dream.” At the close of her singiag Mrs. Noyes was given an ova- ion. Mr. B. Frank Gebest rendered a piano solo, “Etude Elfeureigen,” and Mr. J. Wal- ter Humphrey sang “The Vanguard of the King.” Muir told “What our ‘omen can do for Columbian Officers of the Union. The officers of the Baptist Social Erion are: President, Mr. Charles W. Needham of the First Chure vice presidents, Dr. Otis T. Mason, First Church, and Mr. A. M. Clapp, E Street Church; secretary, Mr. F. A. Roderick, E Street Church; treasurer, Dr. L. D. Lodge, Firsi Church; directors, Prof. William A. Wilbur, First Church Messrs. J. J. Darlington and Joseph B. Bailey, Fifth Church; W. Woodward, A. L. Swartwout and E. B. Curtis, Calvary Chureh; F. Deland, E Street, and C. A. Muddiman, Kendall Chapel. The reception committee for the evening was composed of Dr. D. S. Foster, Mr. S. W. Woodward, Mr. William H. McKnew, Dr. R. H. Gunnell, Mr. F. A. Roderick, Mr. R. A. Ford, Dr. George C. Sampson, Mr. Perey S. Foster, Dr. L. D. Lodge, Mr. Joseph B. Bailey and Mr. E. Hilton Jack- son. The music committee was Messrs. Percy S. Foster and F. A. Deland. —_.__ REPUBLICANS FIRM. ued by Thos. C. Platt on George’s Death. From the republican camp the following was issued today by Themas C. Platt: “Gen. Tracy will not lose a single republi- can vote as the result of Mr. George's death. The republican party will pol its strength with substantial entirety for Gen. Tracy and nothing could and can affect that fact. Republicans recognize the Low movement as a democratic conspiracy. They see in Low an attempt to revive Cleveland- ism and to betray the republican party by another of those characteristic tricks of the Clevelend democracy. It is an old and wel.- understood thing. In every political crisis during the last twelve years the Cleveland democracy has undertaken to divide the re- Publican forces by withdrawing from the republican candidates the support of repub- lican voters upon a dishonest pretense of reform purposes. In the existing situation Low stanus for Cleveland and for the Cleveland methods and maneuvers. “But republicans understand this game. ‘They remember its consequence to the pub- lic and to the republican party in former periods. Attempts to stampede them now excite only their indignant disgust. They will support their party, their party's test- ed principles and their party’s unconquer- able candidate. “If the George party splits up, the social- ist-lemocratic element may be carried by Johnson to Low. Low is something of a socialist himself, or rather he is so much of a demagogue, that, as he says, he is will- ing to stand on any platform that will fetch him a handful of votes. This will affect Gen. Tracy's chances in so far as it affects them at all, favorably. That is to say, it deflects to Low another little bunch of dem- ecratic votes that otherwise might go to Tammany Hall. But the bulk of the gen- uine labor vote which was attached to George will come to the republican party. Indeed, even if George had lived an enor- mous labor vote was coming to Tracy. In the present condition ft will come with in- creased numbers and increased earnestness, The working people appreciate what the re- publican party has done fer them, not only at Washington by restoring prosperity, but at Albany by protecting them and encour- aging the development of their organiza- tions. Tammany cannot get this vote. It has become estranged from Tammany Hall and in this election it is supporting Tracy, and will now support him more vigorously than eve Of all the candidates in the feid, the republican candidate has much the best’ of it.” : BS Se OSS goes on sale [ionday morning, and the: aghast at these which this purchase enables us to offer. There wasn’t another store in town ina a price on it which was an enormous.reduction There wasn’t a house in town that had the nerve, right in the an expenditure, which meant the But Hecht’s couldn stylish wraps for about half price. The whole stock is here—some complete lots—some ‘‘sample’”’ garments—but one or two choice of them Monday morning, and the privilege of the credit—if you wish. Unparalleled values in coats, etc. Stylish brown, black and blue chev- lot, cheviot serge and tan covert cloth -tallor-made~ suits—fy front, silk-lined Black boucle tan_covert or a black kersey all-silk Imed coat—made with all that is newest in style—coats such $12—for Ladies’. kervey coats—have new fiy fronis—new coat backs—welt stitched seams—storm collars— Exquisite electric seal (frst. quality) ccats—both lined with handsome satin —coats have new coat buck and new collars—capes are full ripple—$40. values—for = Children’s Vlue “and- brown ‘and red cheviot reefers,’ with extra cape, col lar trimmed with sou- tache braid—$4 v1 ue .. Ladies’ black, blue, tan and green kersey cloth couts-—with ‘velvet inlaid Ladies’ blatk figured brilliantine skirts—well made—well lined—well c bound—with a hang made with which distizguishes all wits se S11 value ...----- . ° r y ~ restle $25 ish Heeht values — for. $2.98 Exquisite collars—t P povkets—lined with dif- with best ferent high velors of sat- ining — an fn. duchesse—fly front—to 10 ound $16 go or He and $18 values—for Here is a fine black brilliantine or plicaie "elaewh fe: el ere under lined “throughout - with percatine—vel- Yet bound. and —per- fect in bang—for. Handsome procaded gros grain silk okitte best Af aint a beund—with the styl. hang—$9 brocaded satin duchesse skirts—that heavy beautiful which costs you to buy $1.50 porcaline velvet Lot of black raised novelty skirts perealine Abcht§lamiany 515 ee ee ee eee a eee ee as many stores are Jackets—atrap. seams—proper width for an en's $5 OQ | saute” ard $12.98 it is impossible so $3.98 velvet $6.98 $9.9 echt & Company, 515, Seventh Street. A maker’s stock of ladies’ jackets, capes, Suits, etc., people of Washington, who have often been amazed at the enormity of our values, will stand position to listen to the offer of this manufacturer of his entire stock, though he put from his regular prices. face of ten days of disagreeable, putting up of a sum of money larger than their entire stocks cost. *t let such an unequaled opportunity slip—such a magnificent chance to give you handsome, exclusive and rainy weather, to make such f a kind, and you have your Unparalleled values in capes, etc. Ladies’ black kersey cloth capes Fine electric sea} capes—the very “ae eee Se Se —est —— lined 18. seans—4 rows - ‘roughout - Bs ‘ton img and finished with = sWeep—a $40 valee ar che $25 $5 valuce—to go. --- ° Handsome lived with silk—full Ladice’ with Angora fur and lined with = rhadame silk—worth no less than $7.. - Exquisite electric seal sweep—just such as the ex- ‘clusive farrier would show you at $25—to go for. Seventh St., between E and F. electric seal collarettes— plain and beaded and braided Saltz’s best silk seal plush capes— gucranteed—the latter have Watteau Pleat backs, and both are trimmed $4.98 capes—full $15 Lot of pirin and also lot of braided and Jet-trimmed silk seal ples: capes —guarantecd best Saltz’s plush silk Mned—aud fur trim- ge FSS $2.19 | eee = $7.50 Handsome black 2nd changeable taf- feta silk wniste—new pleated. yokes rs Russian, blouse ronts—for which every other store will ask $ 8 seni met G4.0. Beautiful black satin — duchesse waists—the handsomest and and most lustrous quality—madi $6.98 pleated | yoke—Itussian louse effect—$10 val- bes anywhere you go— SUBURBAN NEWS RIVERDALE. Rain prevented a large attendance at the gypsy festival given by some of the ladies of the Presby- terlan Church, October 23, at Riverdale Hall. The , however. The gypsies were plcturesqu grouped about the boiling kettle, making a pretty ture, the unkempt childre background. Miss Bessie Fowler Lad charge of affairs. Mrs. nith gave a plano solo and Mr. Preston followed by impersonating the earl who pledged to be ‘ever true” to Miss Eleanor Fowler, who responded by acknowledging her faith in his word. Miss Mattie Darnall of Hyattsville sang the “Gy ing’? to Miss Bessle Fowler, to whom Mr. Georg: Walker knelt with knightly grace. J. B. F sang a solo, “Gypsy John,” and also gave solo. ‘The fortune teller was on hand and hands filled with silver in return for many of future success to all who patronized her. Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Weldon returned Saturday from their visit to friends in Michigan. Mrs. John Shields is again at her dale after some months spent in Norfolk. | Miss Payne Pillow, her sister, is with ler. Miss Pillow visited the exposition in Tennessee during her ab- sence from home. ‘The injuries sustained by Misses Baxter and Hines while returning from a party at Hyattsville recently were not nearly so serious as reported, both young ladies having quite recovered. Connell Mr. J. A. Blundon's’ guests are: Mr. Con with his nieces, hte Misses O'Donell of New York, and Mes. Blundon, sr. The Riverdale Athletic Club met Tuesday even- ing at Calvert Mansion, Mr. MeKean in the chile. It is sad the evidence of prosperity is not so ap- parent in the Athletic Club affairs as in the busi- orld at large. The club will meet the next Riverdale Hall, as Calvert Mansion is to ed next week, Mr. and Mrs, Mannypenny moving to Berwin. z Mr, Arthur Wheeler has returned to Washington for the winte diy of Riverdale had an exciting ad- ntly in a Washington store. She sus- pected a woman standing near her of lifting her pocket book from a counter. The young lady saw the pocket, Look outlined in shape within a fold of the person's waist. When the woman left she was followed by the plucky young Indy. Both went up in the ei ; both caine down together; both left the store toge The young lady told her story quickly to a policeman. ‘The woain saw her ing so and quickly turned about, returned to the store and left the pocket book ‘upon the counter from which she had taken St. ‘The young lady happy over its restoration. — BALLSTON. Mis. Gilbert left last Saturday to visit relatives at Chestnut Hilt, Philadelpht ‘The Ladies’ Aid Society of the Presbyterian Church has purchased new lamps for the church. ‘The cantata which recently rendered at the Mt. Olivet M. P. Church will be repeated, by re- west, at the Arlington M. E. Church, Tuesday, overnber Mrs. Thoms of Baltimore, after a visit of sev- eral weeks to Mrs. A. Cathcart, returned to her home last Wednesday. Mrs. Foster and family have moved into their ew house, just completed. “thet <i Meeting at the Presbyterian Chureh, Sunday evening, will be an ‘echo’ of the Norfolk convention. Mr. the B pastor of the ily of Falls Church have moved Frank Lyons. Presbyterian Church is prepar- < for speclal services, to begin Sunday evening, Xe dnbee 7, and to continue through the week. He Pas secured the assistance of several ministers from Vashington. Heer te” ‘Melburn, president of the M. P. confer- ence, filled the pulpit for Rey. J. Norris Tast Sun- day morning. int ———_—_- FAIRFAX COURT HOUSE. litical campaign in this county, which, at ae Be ni to be a dull, one-sided affair, tn now, as election day draws near, becoming quite animated. When Jos. E. Willard wag first nomi- nated by the democrats it was thought by both sides that he would have an easy walkover. Maj. 0. E. Hine, the republican candidate, is, however, making a vigorous campaign, and bis friends claim that his strength is dally increasing. The division_ ee blican ranks will cut no figure in this eanty, se the Lamb and antl-Lamh factions are both supporting the whole ticket. voter Rico. He Willams. of Annanda the wathern Methedist Church Sunday K. Millican, the regular paste is vis.ting relatives in Georgt: f. Willard took the third degree in the asonic lodge ening, afte Masonic lodge ening, after nt from Washing- and Falls which he entertained the lod Union Hotel. ton, Visitors were p1 ‘Alexandria, Clifton, Lewinsville arch organizations are taking advantage of the oyster season to Increase thelr revenues. ‘an ‘oyster supper was held in Oakton Hall last evening for the benefit of the M. Church. The Baptists will have theirs at their church Thursday traning of next. week. ‘The Southern Methodists expect to have one Tu the following week fat the residence of Mr. ——_=__—_— KENSINGTON. Miss Laura Gantt left today for New York city, where she will spend the winter. Ticough the Kindness of Mrs. Alfred Ray e plaro bas teen pkiced In the Noyes Library Yor the benefit of ts patrons, and the use of the Ken- sington Literary Society, which will bereafter hold its meetings im the library rooms. At the next meeting of the gociety, Wednesday, November 10, an attractive program will be rendered, consisting ‘of muste, recitations and a talk by Mr. Jesse D. Figgins on bis recent trip with Lieutenant Peary. A tee of 10 cents will be charged to defray the A penses of plicing the piano in readiness for use. fis. A. Gray and Mrs. H. K. Sim were called to New York Wednesday by the death of a | relative. v T. Jones of Poolesville, the father of pe ean Jones of this place, has moved here ily. With Me Lame tne Warner Memorial Presbyterian Chureh will hold an oyster supper and bazaar at wn hall Monday end Tuesday evenings. The Fours ladles of, the chureh have arranged a good for each evening. eee Ma A. We Balloch, who have heen spending the summer with Mrs. W. D. Little, wil! go to Washington Monday to spend the w! =. tir. J. F. Stock and, family have removed to Georgetown. Dr. Hodge will occupy the Stock residence. Rev. James T. Marshall of the Warner Me- moriai Tvesbyterian Church will take for. his subject tomorrow morning “Wilderness Disciples.” ROCKVILLE. the A grand republican rally and mass meeting will mpfire lent a cheerful aspect to the scene ; forming a realistic | psy’s Warn- | ! i he held at the Opera House, this place, Monday night, November 1, Among the distinguished speak- ers announced for the oceasion are Wm. M. Marine and John V. L. Findlay of Baltimof, B. H. War- ner of Kensington, George A. Bane of Cun and Ashley M. Gould of this county. As this fs the only important meeting to be held during the cam Imtign by the republicans a large crowd is expected to be present. At the meeting of the county commissior day the contract for supplying a large amount of owk and pine wood for the use of the court house and jail was awarded to F. A. Jones aud W. A. Boxley. The following bills for public work were sed and ordered to be paid: Joseph J. Dittric digging cellar, $10; Luts i. Chas, W. Beall, bridge, $70. . road. CM. Wantd, pking, $4: riffith, "road, $63.85; Marshall | Brow! $4: Join T. Wartield, road, $43 ‘term of the ‘The ‘cases docketed for Novem cireuit court for thiscounty number as follows: Criminals, 46 z appeals, G; trials, judicials,’ 41; appearan . ‘The’ term will 's, and from present a lengiy und in- nd action of the t to its full ea- commence Monday, November appearances Is very likely to teresting one. Should the propo: Anti-Saloon League bes ca-ried tent, it is probable that the be in session for a much lon; Charges have already beew-filed before of the law aginst persons for alleged the local option lave, and several have given se- curity for their appearance at court. ‘The clerk of the cireyrt coort has issued marriage licenses to the followihg parties: Andrew ¥. Bur- gess and Katie M. Wheeler; Charles C. Cook and Josephine L. Hunuimann, Jose Desper aud Maggie W. Fix, Zachaylah McC, Waters and Susie A. Davis, Kenesp,1.Fearou and Sgrali 0. Gritith, Simes Ht, Chvell! and Prantes 1? Cla, John M: Buker and Kosallg H. Lewis, George W. Mulligan and Bila J. Young, Charles F. Ridgley and Daisy F, Wachter. ‘whe third quarterly meeting for, Rockville circuit of the M. E. Church South will be held at Potomac Saturday and Sunday, 6th and 7th of November. In addition to the regular pastors, the presiding elder will be in attendance. Mr. Atwood Blunt, sr., a retired farmer, form- erly of Goshen, this County, died Monday at Granite, Baltimore county, aged — seventy-three years. A widow and seven children survive hi: Mis, Amelia S. Ricketts has sold to Mr. Clar- ence H, Hoskinyon her house ard lot, situated in the viliage of Derwoed, this county. rice not stated. The following transfers of real estate have been recorded in the office of the clerk of the circuit court: Basil ‘tT, Warfield to Win, HL. Warfield, two acres of land near Damascus; $900. Charles V Fields, late colle to Aluuianda B. Ituss, tract of land near Poto wz, overt W. Abert to Albert J. Alder, es of Jand on Baltimore WO he d; $2,500. Charles E. Wood to Mary F. B on in’ lots at Woodmont; $625. Lydis Gray to’ Martha Bowle, 1% acies of King’s valley; §25. Mary H. Delande r Boyd's; $125 tt, 2 acres of land wm B Hays, lot in B: B. ‘Falhott to . HM. Talbot lot in Barnesville: ret A. Gibson, G! Dayis to Noble Barnes, Iot in North ton; $250. H. M. pott, Ur gustus Burgdorff, acres $3,200. J. Summy, B. Macleod, Assocation, lot in Laurel Building Assoctatic Jot: in Takoma Park; $1,500. trustee, to Laurel ‘Building Takoma Parks $1,500. aa Information has ‘bee Le Se ae e of the death o Michael H. ietto Yuddeli's Mills, Bourbon county, Ky., the 10th instant. Mr. “Letton was ii hi , was born and reared wm Jas. Com- Mr. W. 1. Frawley fourteen, and Mr. ved here during the greater noe ‘cholera prevails. to. an ming ¢: Z the western section my Mr. Win Brunner Lax lost tw pher about the saiue gighteen, “Mr. 2. john Johes ten to fifteen. seppaltry. thieves have been very busy recently In the vicinity of Elmer, this county, Miss Hattie Flgin losing fourteen ‘turkeys during one night. Other persons in the sume vicinity have bud similar experiences. Mr, Harry Di ly of this county, station. Miss Bettie Hays of Missouri, Miss Bardsley of Baltimore, ‘Mrs, Dade and Mrs. Grigith - were. re- cent guesis of ‘the family of Mr. and Mrs. John mes of Poolesylle district. se Seach BY Desper and Mics Magzie B. Fise, both of Augusta county, Virginia, were married ut this place the 25th instant by Hev. 8. it. White. the same day and by the same minister, Mr. George W. Mulli; Mrs. Ella J. Young, both of Gaithersburg, were married. ‘orphans’ court Tuesday the following bust- ness W Spencer C. Jones, guardian John Brewer of Washington, passed his tenth a coynt. Wilfred 8. McLeod, inistrator of Wil- fred M. McLeod, deceased, passed his first and final é. Andrew J. Harding, administrator of John ear, deceased, passed bis first and final account account of the general election Tuesday th urt will hold its next session Wednesday. the Burden Bearer Circle of the King’s Daugh- ters will meet at the residence of Mr, Spencer 1. Jones Tuesday next at 2 o'clock p.m. ‘This organi- zation, which has done so much for several years to relieve the poor and suffering in this community, is now preparing for the winter work. Friday evening a bazhat and supper was given in the town hall at this place by the Indies of Rock- ville and vicinity, the proceeds to be devoted to the Denefit of the Cemetery Assyclation, ‘Tables for the ‘sale of refreshments and fancy articles were ar- ranged throughout the hall, and handsomely decor- ated. These were presided’ over by the ladies of the association and others@and-Uid a thriving business. Christ Protestant Episcopal Church, this. town, was crowded Thursday, aggning at 10 o'clock to witness the marriage pf George D. Comer of Pine Ridge, SD. and Mist Mary Daweon of tals pl ‘The church ‘was beautiful decorated for the oc casion with chrysanthemmms. Prog, Nelton ren- dered the wedding march, as the” bridal party passed up the aisles and, during the ceremony. ‘The bride entered with groom, preceded by the ushera, Messrs, Harry Dawson, Ralph Jones, Leonard. Nicholson of. ville, and George Daw; sou of Washington, ait Muster Lawrence Dawson of South Dakota, nephew of the bride, who acted as page. The bride whs-attired in a brown cloth gown, hundsomely trigamed in velvet and? braid, with ‘int and gloves £0 dugtch; the groong in the conventional black. Tev. ‘Thos. J. Packfird, the rector of the churel formed the ceremony. ‘The bridal party left4on he 10:42 train for New York, and from thense !te! their future home sn South Dakota, where the groom is a successful ranhman. The bride {sone of the most ar ladies of this community, and her many friends, while regretting her depurtare, wish her a happy life in her far western home. The many and Juable presents received show the esteem in which the is held in her rative town. Mrs. Robert Campbell of Baltimore. Mrs. Wm, Dunlop of Washington, Mrs, Hugh Nelson of New York, Mrs, A. S. Johns and Miss Rosalie Johns of Washington are in town (bis week attending “he several weddings. Annie, the two-year-oll-dauehter of Charles and Mexule’ Mewsham, died Tuesday night of gastric troubles. The funeral rexvices took place at St. rson of Kai City, and former- ig visiting relatives at Dickerson rr 1 ri Mary's Catholic Charch Thursday -atternoon at 3 O'clock, Ter. C. 0 Tosersteel officiating. 2 ; : BROOKLAND. At the meeting of. the Soldiers’ Home Temper- ance Union held at Marble Hell this week there were recitations by Miss, Beusie Stewart and Aliss Sally Abel and some fine selections @ the home band. The evening closed with the 3% X,” with the following cast: Anthony Henn, Mr; ‘ “Mr. William Clabaugh; Joshua Tick, Mr. Charles Pur- dy; Xerxes Xaviar, Mr. Ed Muth; Miss Matilda Henn, Miss Agnes Vassar; Miss Jessie Henn, Miss Bessie Stewart; Molly, Miss Sally Abel. The oc- casion was the fourteenth anniversary of the union, and iwany happy expressions as to the success of ly during its existence were made. ¢ residents of Providence street have a pe- tltion in circulation requesting the Commissioners not to but the gravel paths on that st but in- stead to have asphalt paving laid about six feet wide. This move shows much forethought, as the asphalt is more durable than the grave Without the residents of Providence street need a path badly, as it is now not much more than a mud hole. “Other streets need attention for walks, grading and weedisg. Mrs. Charles Langiey of Woodburn had a pleas- ant gathering at her home, ‘Sunset View,” in of the birthday of her mother, Mrs! Me- Shane. Those present. were Miss Weltberger, Miss Lillle Vogt, Miss Lottie Heitmuller, Bessie and Marion King, Mixses Bertha and Jen- nie Walker, Miss Annie McEntyre, Mr. and Mrs. McEntyre, Mr. Fred Fun! Mr. ve y Ki ne Mr. George Langley, =o ae Mrs. Garry snd Messrs. Bernard and Walter Vogt, Funk. Mr. L. Mondy of Woodburn has returned from his home in Maryland. Last Sunday the congregation of St. Anthony's Church enjoyed a treat in that the choir from the Soldiers’ Home Chapel, with the ald of a few of the Brookland choir. sang one of Concone’s masses at the 10.30 o'clock service. The music was particularly fine, the solo work especially. Those of the Soldiers’ Home choir were the Misses McGrath, the Misses Brown and Miss Wright; the others were Mr. Frank T. Howe, jr., Mr. John Berg and Prof. Carl Berg. B Mixs Lydia Annadale and Miss Rector of Vir- ginia have been the guests of Miss Means. Next Tuesday the congregation of the Church of Our Saylor will give an vyster supper at the town hall. The first ‘‘at home’ of the season of the Wash- ington College will be given Monday night by President and Mrs. Menefee, assisted by the young ladies of the college. E Miss Silvers of Baltimore"is visiting Mrs. Nich- olson of Quincy street. Mr. Stewart of Pennsylvania, brother of the late Charles Stewart, has moved, with his niece, Alberta Stewart, into the Stewart house on 4th Street. Remodeling and improvements will ta place ‘shortly. —_——.__ DY SPRING. The Womun’s Assoclation recently met at Wren- wood with the Misses Mary and Julia Colt, who will leave shortly to spend the winter In Washing- ton. The Rev. Peter Boydon, late of Mecklenburg county, Va., has been Installed as minister in charge of St Jobn’s Church, Olney, and has taken up his residence in Brookeville, where his prede- cessor, the Rev. William Laird, resided. Mr. and Mrs, Harry Davis have returned, after an absence of six weeks in New York. They will stay with the Misses Tyson of Marden until their new home, Knowlton, is ready for occapancy next month. Mrs. Philip T. Stabler ts in Chicago, Mrs. Will- lam M. Benjamin H. Miller in tas been In New York, ortress Monro irs, Charles Stabler, Mr: Asa M. Stabler, Willian Farquhar and daughter, sand family, Mrs. Re- lor Stabler and Miss . TLomas in Baltimore. y is in Washington. Mr. and Mrs. George F. Nesbitt of Longwood entertained the whist club Friday evenin; their guests, Mr. and Mrs. Phillips of 3 and Mr. and Mrs, Mr. Mille Brooke Mr. and Mrs. William F. Thomas have gone to Baltimore to live, and Francis D. Lelzear to Washington. The latter has been a telegraph operator at Sandy Spring for several years. Mrs. Mary S. Osborne, who has been seriously A, As apparently cypvalescing. Roger B. Farquhar, jr., has been chosen captain of the foot ball team’ of Swarthmore College, Pennsylvania. The coplous rains of the past week have been of great benefit to the wheat fields in Montgomery county, and there are more acres devoted to that crop this autumn than the oldest inhabitant has ever seen devoted to that cereal. — FALLS CHURCH. Laird of Virginia. Yordan of Pennsylvania have visited and Mrs. Arthur Stabler, and Miss Isabel of Philadelphia is with Mrs. Charles F. The soclable by the members and friends of the Presbyterian Church at the parsonage recently was a very pleasant affair. The program of the even- Ing, in charge of Mr. C. M. Rathbun, consisted of the following: Instrumental solo, Mrs. M. M. Erwin; vocal solo, ‘One Hurdred Fathoms Deep, Mr. 8. H. Thornburgh; duet, “In the Star Light, Mrs. 8. H. Thornburgh, Mise Virgie Bugg; recita- tion, “What My Lover Said,” Miss Alice Sims banjo duet, Col. R. P. Buckner, Mr. C. M. Rath- bun; solo, “When the Flowing Tide Comes In,” Mrs. S, H. Thornburgh; select readings, Mr. E. C. Hongh; quartet, ‘There Will Be a Hot Time in the Old Town Tonight,” Messrs. S. H. Thorn- burgh, M. M. Erwin, Mrs. 8. H. Thornburgh, Miss Virgie ugg; banjo solo, Mr. Ryall Albertson, with piano accoiipaniment by Miss Emma Albertson. Refreshments were served. No clue bas been obtained as to the origin of the fire which destroyed the house of Mr. J. W. Zarner Wednesday morning. It ts thought that tramps secured an entrance to the house and 1e- mained over night. The house was unoccupied, but lights are reported to have been seen in the dining rom about 9 o'clock the night before. Rev. umes Willls, principal of the female sem- inzry of the town, wi the pulpit of the tist Church Sunday ‘morning. _ ‘The, Village Improvement Society will meet at the reskdence of Mr. Geo. R. Fhillipe Monday night. Pioneer Lodge of Good Templars. Tuesday night elected the following officers for the. ensuing quar- ter: C. M. Rathbun, chief templar; Mrs, W. L. Gordon, vice templar; Willam. Bal, Mee! aL Thorne’ fadnclal Hereeary? Jn He Gar: retson, treasurer; Olin’ Davis, marshal: G.W. Hawxhurst. past chief terplar. These officers will be installed next ‘Tuesday night by 'y Grand Chief Templar W. E. Parker. Sis Goode and Messrs. J. H. Garretson and W. E. Parker were appointed a committee to nominate dele- gates to the session of the district loige, which convenes at ors Rite te The degree team of Fede Lodge of Odd Fellows of Washington will exemplify the work of the second degree of Odd Fellowship in the hall of Falls Church Lodge the night of November 11. Mr. M. E. Chareh has sold to E. J. Northrup for $4,000 forty-seven acres of land néar bere belong. ing to Dr. Peter Hoxan. A special meeting of the town council was held Monday night, with Mayor J.D. Payne Councilmen J. C. DePutron, W. E. Parker, W. M. Filiean, G. 'W. oole, W. "H. “Nowlan and EB Merry were appoluted to arrange for a survey plat of the cd new street from Linculn ave- nue to Little Falls street. ‘The union meeting Surday night at He eaptiet: ‘Church was largely att Rev. J. H. ins, ‘the former pastor of the Congregational ‘Church, reached his farewell Side in Denver, Col. of the Presbyterian Church, and Rev. J. C. Kinch- loe of the Baptist Church’ were present and took part in the services. A. M. Cackley, pastor of the M. E. Church South, is al services at Langley, with consi¢ The Ladies’ Aid So Jawxhurst. as decided yarch y met Thureday at the Arrangements we president; Mrs. Geo. retary and treasurer. The soci postpone the fair for th November 12 residence of Mrs. perfected for the fair foliowing commit Mrs. Cossell; oa supper, Mrs. E. J. ir. Thomas Hillier, Mrs. G. F. McIntarf. Mrs. G. W. Hawxhurst articles, Mrs. Ida Wescott, Mrs. J. S. Garrison, Mrs. C. H. Seaman, Miss Jennie Higgins. Work has been commenced on the extension of the electric railroad to West End. ae eee BRIGHTWOOD. ‘The ground has been prepared and trees are to De set along Brightwood avenue between Genesee street and Shepherd road during next week. Au ef- fort is being made to have several planted in front of the Brightwood School building and in the yard. ‘The trees have already been granted, ‘The latest given out by the Commissioners with regard to the granwlithic sidewalks to be laid on Flint street {s a promise that they will be in posi- tion’ before Christmas. The delay was caused by an error in the advertisement as first published, which was not discovered for some. weeks, when {t_was found necessary to republish it. The last of a series of revival meetings was hell during the week at Emory Chapel. Pastor Reed and the others having them in charge consider that the meetings bave been very successful. It is likely that another series will be commenced next week. Brightwood Hall was the scene Monday night of the annual grand visitation to Stansbury Lodge, No. 24, F. A. A. M. ‘The exercises were exceed: ingly interesting. A’ banquet was the concluding feature. ———— LANGDON. ‘The large house on Emporia street which was built by Mr. John Burke and since occupied by Lim has been purchased by Mr. H. H. Kloepfer, who has already taken possession of it. The price paid has not been disclosed. Mr. Thomas Collins, an uttache of the govern- ment printing office, is very Ml at his home on Cincinnati street Mr. J. E. Walker of Avalon Heights is confined to bis home with a severe attack illness, A concert and literary entertainment for the benefit uf the Langdon M. E, Chureh, Rev. 8. J. Clark, pastor, will be given by city talent at the chureh Wednesday evening next The patrous of the public school at Langdon are anxtous that the beard walk which the Commi! sioners have ordered to be laid about the school bouse shall be speedily constructed. Since the ut heavy rains the sidewark and street bed near the school house have been almost fimpassabl there being many places in which it is said t mud is knee ae RANDOLPH. County Examiner Cooke D. Luckett visited Mon- trose School Thursday lust and made an inspection of the building and authorized certain necessary improvements. Mrs. D. D. Caldwell and Miss Blanche Repp have returned from a visit to relatives in Jobnsvill Frederick county, Md. Mrs. J. H. Knoch and Mrs. Mary Scholtzel have returned from Washington, whither they had gone to attend a reception given by Mr. and Mrs, Henry Knoch of Northeast Washington, in celebration of their fifth anniversary. Mr. A. T. Britton has closed his country house, “Wildwood,” and returned to Washington for the Halpiue for the use of the stone quarry that is being operated on the farm of Miss Margaret Beall. Miss Anna Bird of Dawsonville, Md., is visiting her uncle, Mr. Samuel Clarke Veirs. Miss Eloise Baker is in lowa, the guest of her uncle, Dr. Mareus Baker. ——_—_. LINDEN. The Rev. Dr. P, P. Flournoy, pastor of the For- est-Linden Presbyterian Church, will, at the regu- lac services Sunday afternoon, at 3:30 o'clock, give a resume of the address recently delivered by him at the Baltimore presbytery on the “Fruits of Calvanism and Its Historical Results.” When this lecture was delivered in Baltimore it attracted a great deal of attention, and it is thought a large corgregation will be present Sunday to hear it. The Home Interest Club met last week with Mrs. Bellard Morris at Woodside. Mrs. Prindle and Mins Josephine Lawrence were snd accepted as members. A committee, of which Miss Mary Cur- tis was made chairman, was appointed to prepare a list of modern authors to be studied by the club during the ensuing wiutgr. Mrs. Engle read a paper on “Sociology,” after Which luncheon was served. The club will meet next Wednesday with Mrs. Seymour Tullock, at Capitol View, wien the semi- annual election of officers will occur. ‘This club is Umited to a membership of thirty, and the election of the two above named members at the last meeting completes the number. The following is a list of the members: Mrs. Gulon Mil- ler, president: Mrs. A. B. Bushnell, secretary; MMesdames_ Morris, Braid, Curtis, Stewart, Benedict, Stewart. Benjamin, Tulloch, Wright, Scudder, L. = some. Wn. zuemeees, Pratt, Van Vieck, leredith, Wilson. Engle, Jones. Olds, Junken, Y1 Prindle, and Misses Curtin fat: nom The Juvenile Templars wilt gives Srrbe aussie, Sommers. SER ate oe manaaans ial etaigy rai tee lg race ae in Frederick City, Md. 2 <a HYATTSVILLE. pany, whose farm is situate 04 Y ere ed near Lanham’s, is me movers of the scheme, Mr. James Y. Barker of Washington while turning on his bicycle from a visit. to fr this village recently, met with an ac Was coasting down the hill leading to between Hyattsville and Bladensvai rol of his wheel. He was throw: Into the ditch by the side of the road Pacetaly sprained and itis forehead cut ins An afternoon euchre club is about to b umber of ladies of this p ecks. The pr rk, and The cub ‘will ofetivattsville.”” The Bladensburg Democratic Club will Mass meeting tonight at Coldenstrat Mill be made by all the nominee The Baltinore and Ohio Railroad ¢ ing a sewer parailel with the track avenue a8 far as the trestle. A Halloween party will be given t Monday, November 1, at the Pinckney Church rectory. ‘T Sill be the Reading and Sewing Club ipe of the season at the Schoepf Fridzy afternoon, ree formed by tines will a Will be to at its conclusion to play pe KNOWN ws. th id fund. eld its first m residence of the Misses Mr. fra 4. Phillips , ised neat see ‘oo bth a ecenty purchased the r. Marion 1. Fowler is making extensive ree pairs on his house on Pike areaue” 2UUNe >—_—_ TAKOMA PARK. Takoma Lodge, Ind 3 . No. 17, Independent Order of Good ‘Templars, held an election of officers Friday nicht, The cars being run over the tracks of t Sligo railway are a sreat convenience to dents of the Park. Mr. Geo. A. Warren bas been “ quite sick during the past few days, and is still confined to his home at the cornet of Pine and Hickory avenues, in the on e resle Park. Rev. John Van Ness, pastor of ‘he I terian Church here, will preach tomorrow morning on the Worth and Worthlessness of Music,” and in the evening at the ferme Soi ensington church on t t t aud the Great C. J.T. Marshall, “Trt E. “conver. pastor of the K, Presbyterian Church, Will preach at By Sorgen chansing pulpits with Rev. Van Ness. z; piravions are b a > deavor Society of the Testy ted yrs reception to Miss Mal fhe pociety. on her oma after an exteude koma afte ended visit The temporary board side: streets, for the winter only, aid on the uappleetod, FOREST GLEN. Pad new Street car line has been graded to Forest flen station and the manager says the cars will } running by November 15. Tes | Mr. and Mrs. M. 8. Gibson wiil j for the winter November 1. Mrs, Chesley and her daughter will visit in consin part of the winter. Mr. Coarles F Hauke of Tacoma, Wash., is vise move to the city x his sister, Mrs. Bugle. Flournoy an address on gipttts of Calvaniem, wirch Sunday at Mr. J. M. Engle has been attending the Preshy« teriau synod at Fredericksburg, Va., tie past weel — CARLYN, VA. GL! After a delightful hunting trip, extending over & period of about two weeks, Messrs, B. You and Mat. Trimble, the latter of Washington, 1 turned home late Wednesday evening, having drive from Upperville, a distance of sixty miles, dui that day. As the practical result of the trip, the gentlemen are expecting the arrival of a larj amount of game, including five deer, were compelled to “stip” by train via Wi : for want of a more direct roate here, SMBstom, Mr. and Mrs, F. W. Anderson are the guests of General and Mrs. Samuel 8. Burdett, at their cote tage on Summit avenue near Maple street. rena GAITHERSBURG. Contractor Joseph Stang broke ground this week for the new school house at Clopper's Station. Mr, Charles Waters has been appointed teacher of the School, which is located temporarily in a vacant dwelling. Mr. Alexander G. Garlisle is in Newport News, Va., where he was summoned by telegram to the bedside of his brother, Mr. J. Frank Carlisle, who Was ill of typhoid fever, and has since died, leay- ing a widow, formerly Miss Susie B. Coomer of Gaitbersburg. Mrs. Ella Young and Mr. George Mulligan went to Rockville Tuesday and were quietly married. A wedding was solemnized at the Bay at po age Tuesday evening by the Rev. J. D. Raytield. The contracting parties were Mr. John N.” Baker and Misx Rosalie H. Lewis, daughter of Mr. Thomas Lewis, all of Darnestown district. St. Rose's Catholic Church was also the scene of a wedding Tuesday morning at o'clock, when Father M. J. Riordan officiated at the ceremony, uniting Mr. Charles C. Cook of Washington and Miss Katle L. Haufmann of Clonper's. After tha wedding a breakfast was served at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. aud Mrs. A, Haufmann. The Darnestown M. I. Club has accepted the in- vitation of Miss C. Darby to hold its next meeting at her residence, Thursday, November 4. ‘A daughter of Mr. Thomas Marshall died a few da; of typhoid fever. Miss “Rachel Boland. died at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. F. Boland, at German- town, last might. She was ili but a few"days of = ———— Photographing From the Sky. From Scribner's. That the camera will play an important part in the future warfare is a foregone conclusion, but up to the present time the at low altitudes. shells are almost useless and even are it matters ttle ¥ant—whether a “want” ad. who it person can