Evening Star Newspaper, November 29, 1897, Page 10

LOCAL MENTION. AMUSEMENTS TONIGHT. Academy of Music.—“When London Bleeps.” Columbia Theater.—“The Salt of Earth.” Grand Opera House- Kernan’s Lyceum Theater.—Reilly & Wood's Big Show. Lafayette Square Opera House. — “The Geisha.” New National perba. Wi the “Down in Dixie.” Theater.—Hanlon’s “Su- lard Hall.—The Biograph. Trinity Parish Hall, 3d street and In- diana avenue northw lustrated lecture by Kev. Richard P. Williams, on “Leading Events in the Reformation.” ge EXCURSIONS TOMORROW. Steamer Samuel J. Pentz for Glymont and intermediate landings at 9:30 a.m. Steamer Harry Randall for Colonial Beach and river landings at 7 a.m. Steamer Washington for Norfolk and Fortress Monroe at 7 p.m. Trains leave 13%4 street and Pen Johnston's, 729-31 7th n.w. Largest Rumfords, Arbuckle’s vof- fee, 10%c.; Levering’s Coffee, 10%0.; Rio Coffee, 9i4c.; large-grain Rice, 5igc.; best white family Corn Meal, 43c. bi VELATIS FAMOUS CARAMELS is still the favorite confection of Washing- tonians. A 5-Ib. box makes an appreciated present. Two stores—620 9th and 1420 G sts. diane Emma PATES LE DIABLE, ic. tin. Salmon and Shrimp Paste, for toast. 8 Tbs. new Nuts, $1. New Raisins, Figs and Dates. Westphalia Ham, 6 slices to the box, 25c. All kinds of Table Luxuries. JOHN oy eaten VENISON STEAKS and SADDLES. Fillet of Beef. Capons. Ferris Hams and Bacon. Palace Market, 1027 Conn. te. HOW TO LIVE WELL AND CHEAP. Be good to your best friend, which is your stomach, by buying Hot House Toma- toes, Egg Plants, Cucumbers, Green Peas, Indian River Oranges, Burr Artichokes, Grapes and other foreign and domestic vegetables and fruits of C. Engel’s Sons, 9th street wing, Center market. WHEN OUT HOLIDAY SHOPPING drop in Fuseell’s Cafe, 1427 Y. ave., for lunch Well served viands, varied menu and moderate prices assured. oe Spring Lamb, New York Roast Beef and Deimonico Steak. JOHN R. KELLY, Sth st. wing, Center mkt. Corned Beef a specialty. Large assortment of Latrobes, Heating and Cooking Stoves. We are experts on latrobe and furnace work. Jno. 2126 Pa ave. Tel. 964. = KENNY'S DRY ROAS*ED COFFEES. Highest quality, lowest prices. sugars sold at cost. . WALKBER, 1711-1713 Pa. ave. Moran, Pure 7 city stores. c. D. KENNY. —__.—_—_ JOHNSTON'S, 729 7TH ST. N.W. Laundry Starch, 3%c.; Roll Oats, 2%4c.; Victor Oats (large), 6c.; Hawkeye Oats darge), 6c.; Johnston Oats (large), 6c.; 3- string Brooms, 10c.; 5-string Brooms, 24c.; Macaroni, 5%4c.; Evap. Peaches, 644c. CITY AND DISTRICT. THE CRITTENTON MISSION. Meeting Im Its Interest Held Yester- day Afternoon. A large audience assembled yesterday afternvon in the First Congregational Chureh to participate in the meeting in the interest of the Crittenton Mission. Mr. J. T. Petty, auditor of the District, presided. After a hymn by the congregation, Rev. Charles Morton led in prayer. Mrs. Kate Waller Barrett, national su- perintendent, gave a brief history of the mission, telling Now it was the outcome of the murder of a young girl in the Division some years ago. She told of the first ref- ge opened by the W. C. T. U., called the Hope and Help Mission, and the objects of the home. Mr. Herbert Lewis, superintendent of charities, spoke of the mission in a com- mendable way and referred to the benefi- cial workings of the same. On behalf of the board of trustees, Mr. Petty presented Mrs. La Fetra. the first president of the ion, with a silver bread tray. Mrs. La Fetra responded with a few words, in Which she spoke of the early struggles of i . and giving Mr. Petty credit ig helped to keep it up. Stafford was introduced and made a few remarks, in which he praised the work of the mission. After an earnest appeal for funds by the seeretary to carry on the work, a collec- tien was taken, after which the benedic- Uon was pronounced by Rev. Mr. Morton. odness of Our Goods Is more Importaat than the poorness of prices, Quality is our watch low the price. “Pure butt Former Representative Talks Tem- perance. The monthly meeting of the Temperance Society of Foundry M. E. Church yesterday afternoon was made especially interesting by an address from former Representative Hiram Price of lowa, in which urged united action of Christian influences against the liquor traffic oo Confederate Veterans at 2 Smoker. The regular monthly meeting‘and smoker of the Confederate Veterans’ Association ton was held Saturday night at hall, 11th and E streets northwest. Prof. W. Engel Schubert gave a number of violin selections, with piano accompani- ment by Mrs. Schubert. Prof. Fontaine Maury Mr. Donoghue rendered a num- ker of banjo, mandolin and guitar solos, and Mr. buffy sang the “Armorer’s Sung” from “Robin Hood.” At the business meet- ing, held after the smoker, it was decided te hold entertainment and hop at the psectaticn’s hall the evening of December 7 _ Moses’ Orie Rag Sale. A consignment containing many rare pieces at purchase prices in the orient. 1th and F.—Advt. > St. Peter's Class Confirmed. Bishop Curtis, assistant to Cardinal Gib- ed @ very large class at St. urch yesterday afternoon. jttion Elects Officers. of the board of dires‘ors f Association h the following officers were elected for the ensuing year: Palmer treasurer, W. T. 1 he officers and finance com- he association was in a 4 condition. ———— Gude & Bro. Are Authorities joral decorations for all occasions, } Advertisement Damage in Each Case $25. An alarm from box 217 shortly before 10 o'clock yesterday morning was for # fire in the stables in the rear of 1508 and 10 Sth street. The cause of the fire is un- known. Damage to the extent of $25 re- sulted. An alarm was turned in from box 632 yes- terday morning for a fire in house 229 7th northeast. The flames originated in ney, and an expenditure of $25 will “quired to repair the damage caused, re being no insurance on the property. house is owned by Mrs. R. Curtin and upiel by John Jackson. engine company responded to a arm yesterday and extinguished a fire in the basement of house 140 Florida avenue, caused by thegexplosion of a lamp in an incubator. The damage in this in- stance was also about $25. ae ‘The two-story and basement brick dweil- ing No. 304 C st. n.w., with large brick stable and two brick alley houses in the rear, will be sold at auction by trustees to Morrow afternoon at 4:30 o'clock. See ad- vertisement, ° stre hi Ivania. avenue for Arlington hourly from 8 a.m. to 8 pm. . ‘Trains leave 13%; street and Pennsylvania avenue for Mourt Verron at 6:30, 10:06, 11 a.m., 12:05, 2:05, 3, 4 and 4:15 p.m. a GREAT SPECIAL REDUCTIONS. AFFAIRS IN GEORGETOWN Several Entertainments of Especial Import- ance Given Recently. Local Notes of General and Especial Interest From Across Reck Creek Bridg: The glee, banjo and mandolin clubs of Georgetown University will make their first public appearance this evening at Gaston Memorial Hall, at the university, in a grand concert. A splendid program of fif- teen numbers, arranged in two parts, has been arranged for the occasion, embrac- ing a variety of popular airs which are certain to please the most critical of au- diences. The event promises to be quite a social success, as many of the leading Society ladies of the city have their names down as patronesses for the occasion. The opening number on the program will be Sousa’s “Stars and Stripes Forevel rendered by the banjo and mandolin clubs, followed by the “Gold and White March,” Callan, dedicated to the young ladies of the Academy of Visitation of Georgetown. Callan’s “Green and White March,” a live- ly selection, with a beautiful swing, dedi- cated to the young ladies of the National Park Seminary, will be the opening selec- tion of the second part of the program. During the course of the evening the well-known glee club will appear five times on the program. The manager of the Glee Association is J. Lawrence Nagle, ’9@,’ of Maine, with Frank W. Romaine, ‘#9, District of Co- lumbija. assistant manager. Charlies de B: Claiborne, ‘98, Louisiana, is the president, with Harry R. Gower, ‘98, Iowa, leader. The director is J. J. Deck, 8. J. Charles de B. Claiborne is the leader of the banjo club, and John W. Hallahan, ‘92, Pennsyl- vania, leader of the mandolin club. Reunfon Services. The reunion services of Mount Zion M. E. Church held yesterday were largely at- tended, and an elaborate program was ar- ranged for the occasion. ‘fhe board of stewards of the church were anxious to raise the sum of $300 to assist them in meeting demands for the current confer- ence year. Rev. W. H. Brooks, D. D., pas- tor of St. Mark‘s Church, N. Y., delivered the sermon at the 11 o'clock service, while at 3 o'clock in the afternoon Rev. W. H. Harris, pastor of Sharps Street M. E. Church, Sandy Spring, Md., occupied the pulpit. Rev. W. H. Brooks, D. D., preached at the evening service. All of the services were attended by a number of members of other congregations of M. E. churches in this city, a special invitation having been extended to all. Rev. M. W. Clair, Ph. B., presiding elder of the conference, presided at all the services, with Rev. E. W. 8S. Peck, D. D., as assistant and Mr. James L. Turner as recording secretary. The collections at all of the classes amounted to $200. The class of Mr. Whee- ler received the Rible and the class of Mr. John Berry the hymn beok for having the largest and next largest collection, respect- ively. The music at all of the services was furnished by the senior and junior choirs, and was of a high order. Some Excitement. There was cons‘derable excitement Satur- day evening shortly after 8 o'clock at 32a and N streets, out of which the report spread that a man had been shot. Charles Nash, colered, aged twenty, and a com- panion, were standing at the southeast cor- ner of 32d and N streets. Patrol Driver James E. Mooney was standing on an op- posite corner, when he heard the report of @ revolver, and saw Nash run. He pursued the negro into a nearby store, and placed him under errest. The prisoner at ihe time of capture was endeavoring to hide a pistol. He was taken to the station house, end a charge of carrying concealed weapons lodged against him. The pistol was shot off in his pocket, and the bullet sped across the street and went through one of the Plate-glass windows in the vacant store beneath Forrest Hall. No proof could be obtained that the prisoner had attempted to shoot his companion. 3 Stjll Absent. Up to this morning nothing had been heard of the missing son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomes Spellman of 3616 N street, who isappeared from home on Thanksgiving day. The disappearance of the young man has cecasioned his parents a good deal of uneasiness, as it is thought he is wander- ing around out of his mind, probably due to a sunstrcke received several years ago. The young man when last seen was cross- ing the Aqueduct bridge, shortly after neon on Thursday, on his way to Rosslyn. Since that time no tidings have been re- ceived of him. The missing man was well known in the locality of his home, and is a stonepointer by trade. The police have Leen requested to assist in the search for him and the Virginia authorities have also been netified. Post Entertainment. An entertainment was given Friday even- ing at the post hall at Fort Myer, arranged under the auspices of the Christian En- deavor Seclety of the garrison, with the object in view of raising sufficient funds to purchase a piano for the place. The weath- very little effect on the attendance, and the program was theroughly enjoyed. Prof. Edward C. Townsend and his daugh- ter, Miss Ada Louise Townsend, rendered recitations and readings; Miss Josie Burton end Miss Ima C. Callahan, vocal solos; Mr. Robert B. Maxwell, a cornet solo; Messrs. Tedd and Amiss, mandolin and guitar duet, both members of the Neapoll- tan Mandolin Club. Miss Kate V. Wiison of the Cecellan Quartet and Miss Alice Freeman also assisted as accompanists. Notes. Jchn Ha!l has been appointed an addi- tional private on the police force, for duty with the Washington and Great Falls elec- tric raflroad. William A. Gorden and J. Holdsworth Gordon have sold to Thomas G. Hensey, Alex. K. Phillips and Walter A. Brown, trustees, lot 11, in Templeman and others’ subdivision of Grassland, for $25,000. — The Back Lot Nuisance. To the Editor of The Evening Star: I am very glad to see that there is begin- ning to be a stir among residents with re- gard to the back lot nuisances. I have asked several persons what redress 1 have, and they have given me that historic thing, “an evasive answer.” There is a lot outside of my back fence, quite near to my back windows. It is filled with refuse of various sorts, piles of old bricks, anciént baskets and tinware, scraps of paper, ete., ete. An ash pile rears its Gefiant head in the middle of this squalor. Some small lots abut upon this wretched spot. These lots contain small houses, and each has its fence and gate. Out of one of these gates I have several times seen a woman pass, armed with utensils of var- icus kinds: sometimes they are of tin, some- times of china. She walks to the ash pile and deliberately pours various dark-appearing liquids upon it. But this fs not all. I have many times seen a man or a woman carry- ing a bag come into that secluded lot from an alley which is from a street near and pick over that very pile, putting hand- fuls of this vile m@ss into the receptacle to be carried away with him, God knows where, and disseminate filth and disease where he chooses. Perhaps in cold weath- er this matter is not one of very much dan- ger, but when the warm Gays of spring and summer come we shall run the risk of typhoid and kindred diseases. Who is there in power who can or will control and abate this nuisance? HELPLESS RESIDENT. Car and Wagon Collide. While on the way to the Emergency Hos- pital with a patient about 1:30 o'clock yes- terday afternoon, a collision occurred at the intersection of 7th and E streets be- tween the patrol wagon of the 6th police precinct and train No. 10 of the 7th street cable line. According to the report of the incident, made at police headquarters, the gripman failed to stop the train, after being proper- ly warned by the sounding of the bell on the Emergency wagon. vehicle in charge of Policemen Romer caped without injury. - ‘The executive committee of the general Masonic commfftee met at the National Rifles’ Hall Saturday night, J. Henry Small, jr., of the general committee, and chairman of the executive committee, pre- siding. Howard Perry acted as secretary. The meeting was called to take action on the Masonic fair to be held after the holi- days, for raising a fund for a national Masonic temple here. George W. Evans will be director general of the fair and Howard Perry will be general secretary. President Small of the board of con- trol named the chairmen of the various subcommittees, who complete the board of control. They are: Mr. S. H. Walker, chairman of the finance committee; Mr. James L. Norris, chairman of the com- mittee cn cash contribution; Mr. Allison Nailer, chairman of the committee on general contributions; Mr. E. B. Hay, chairman of the committee on entertain- ment; Mr. J. H. Olcott, chairman of the ladies’ committea; Mr. J. C. Chaney, chair- man of the committee on music; Mr. T. P. Morgan, chairman of the committee on the reception of visitofs; Mr. F. H. Hosford, chairman of the press commit- tee; Mr. J. A. Sample, chairman of the auditing committee; Mr. F. H. Thomas, chairman of the committee on contribu- tions outside of the District; Mr. 3. H. Yeatman, chairman of the committee on erder, Mr. George Gibson, chairman of the committee on printing. President Small and Sceretary Perry are made chairmen of the committees on decoration and on tickets and badges, respectively. e President Small will name the other mem- bers of the different committees and will submit the names in the very near future, after having consulted with the chairmen, who will suggest as to the personnel of their respective committees. S. H. Walker, as chairman of the finance cecmmittee, will be treasurer of the fair. A paper will be published while it con- tinues. After the adjournment of the execu- tive committee a meeting of the board of control was held, special committees be- ing appointed to look up a suitable hall and to attend to other matters. Headquar- ters at which the general officers of the fair will locate will be established soon. ——— THE RUMOR DISCREDITED. Spain’s Treatment of Mins Cisneros Not Communicated to Rome. The report sent out from this city to the effect that the papal delegate in this coun- try had sent a communication to the vat- ican “imparting some startling intelligence concerning the Spanish treatment of Sen- orita Cisneros,” and making an appeal for certain action by the pope, is denied by Dr. Rooker. Monsignor Martinelli was credited by a Philadelphia paper with having advised the Pope that the sentiment in America for Cuban freedom is not confined to the jingo element, but that ninety-nine out of every hundred citizens of the United States re- garded the Spanish rule in Cuba with hor- ror. It was also stated as a part of the com- munication that great losses to the Roman Catholic Church in America are imminent unless it can be shown that the power and influence of the American bishops have been thrown upon the popular side. When the matter was called to the at- tention of Dr. Rooker by a Star reporter, he said he knew of no such communica- tion, nor of any other on that topic, having been sent from this country to Rome. ee age - AMUSEMENTS. HALEY'S BAND CONCERT.—Haley’s Pand was given a rousing reception at the National Theater last night upon its first appearance in concert this season. From the time Mr. Haley stepped to the front until the conclusion of the last number, except, of course, when the band was play- ing, there was an almost continuous ap- plause, so that when Mr. Haley was not leading his men he was bowing his ac- knowledgments. Mr. Haley put but one of his own numbers on the program, but he gave another as an encore, and both were well received. Mr. Haley as a conducteor has an excellent method, and is easy and graceful. The program ‘selected for the concert was well chosen and showed the close touch that Mr. Haley has with the people in knowing just what pleases the popular fancy. The first number was Ha- ley'’s own “American Beauty” march, a composition full of swing and tone, and he was forced to bow his thanks for the ap- plause at least a dozen times. Then the overture to “Semiramide” brought out an other hearty round, and Mr. Haley re- sponded with a medley of “coon" songs. In the overture Mr. Haley demonstrated the exceptional control he has-over his men. The work was played with splendid knowledge and finish, and Mr. Haley de- rved all the applause that followed. A duet for horns, played by Messrs. Haine and Thierbach, Verdi's ‘‘Foscari,” proved enjoyable, the two soloists playing their parts in excelient style. “Gems from Of. fenbach,” followed by the “Liberty Bell” March as an encore, was equally enjoy- able, while the “Forge in the Forest” and the “Arkansas Traveler’ elicited much evi- dence of appreciatnon. Waldteufel’s beau- ful waltz, “My Dream,” was followed by a selection from “TI Huguenots,” in whicch the the “Blessing of the Swords,” arranged for the trombone section, Messrs. Stone, Muellhausen and Kruger, was in- troduced. This and the ‘“Semiramide’’ over- ture were the best efforts of the evening. After a comic skit, ‘The Musicians’ Strike,” used for the purpose of clearing the stage, Reeves’ “War Memories,” illus- trated by appropriate stereopticon views, was given. Then, with the band standing and playing Sousa’s “Stars and Stripes” and with an immense American flag wav- ing majestically in front, the concert was brought to a close. The vocal soloist of the evening was Mrs. Hattie Meads-Smith, who sang the echo song from “Le Pearl de Brazil” and De Koven’s “O Come to Me, My Love,” giving both in fine voice and with excellent effect. LOYAL WOMEN’S MUSICALE.—Harry Wheaton Howard, the young Washington Pianist, who recently returned from his trip abroad, where he went to pursue his study of music, will give a musicale at the Church of Our Father Wednesday even- ing next. The affair is to be under the au- spices of the ladies of the Legion of Loyal Women, and the program will in- clude only numbers of his own composi- tion, comprising solos, duets, octets for voice as well as piano. Mr. Howard will be assisted by well-known musicians, among whom will be found Mrs. Kitty Thompson-Berry, Mrs. Susanne Oidberg, Miss Lillian Halley, Messrs. Philip Gerry and Lucius F. Randolph. One of the fea- tures of the evening will be the presenta- tion of the third act of “Jack the Giant Killer,” Mr. Howard's compositiofi, in which a chorus of eighty as well as the principals who made such a success of the work when given here before will be seen. This cast will include Misses Marie Howe, Clara Moran, Edith Stowell and Master Clarence Wright, with Mr. Philip Gerry as the giant. _ Thieves Steal Sweets and Cigars. James Robinson, the proprietor of a store at the corner of 18th street and Flori- da avenue, has reported to the police that early last Friday morning his establish- ment was burglarized and a large auantity of cigars, candy, chewing gum, bananas and other articles stolen. —_—-—.-_ Upset by a Grip Car. While moving east on Q street, shortly hefore 6 o'clock last evening, a buggy driven by John Midley, colored, on reach- ing 7th street, was struck and upset by grip car No. 17 of the 7th street cable line. The fender on the car was broken and the buggy slightly injured. Midley was thrown to the ground, but was unhurt. Henryk Sienkiewicz’s Book Quo Vadis ‘This handsomely illustrated $1.25 book is but 65c. at Baum'’s Book Dept., 416 7th st.— Advertisement. Memorial Services, ~ ‘The memorial service of the Washington Lodge of Elke will be held at the Columbia Theater Sunday afternoon next at 4 o'clock. A program of exercises has been made that will be appropriate and interesting. Sena- tor Wellington of Maryland, Senator Carter of Montana, Revs Br. Ennis of this city and other speakers, will address the gath- ering, while musical selections will be giv- en hy Byron G. Harlan, L. E. Gannon, Jas, and Bean es-| Cathell, Thomas Jones, Prof. Arth’ = OFFICIAL SAVINGS BANK. The Centralaldeg in Regard to the Proposed Poa Office Treasury. To the Editor of The Wrening Star: Making use of the popular post office in- stitution as a pepular savings Institution is @ question that: the nation is getting very much interested in.i) I do not use the word “bank” because in nothing ought the meas- ure to resemble a bank, except in its de- pesit feature. Jt ought, rather, to be called the post office (savings) treasury; the gov- ernment, through éts post offices, merely acting as a treasurer, like a county treas- urer does, or the United States treasurer does, to safekeep the funds intrusted, the deposits of thc: poor people who use those Post offices in which to deposit from their weekly earnings the surplus they save be- yond what is required for their ‘weekly livelihood. A general error of view in con- sidering this subject is to presume that the gcvernment must positively make use of the moneys received, and, whether it needs the savings for its own use or not, it must perforce pay-interest on them—though per- haps at a quite small rate—just for under- taking the trouble ef receiving the deposits and accounting for them whenever demand- ed. This is an incorrect view of the sub- ject. On the contrary, the government ought to receive a small percentage from | the depositors to pay expenses of the sav- ings process—on the same principle that it charges for issuing money orders, which 1s essentially a “parental” practice, not at all necessary to the governing of the country. The truth is that the people do not con- template the postal savings “‘treasury” as @ permanent investment, nor fs it desirable on politico-economic grounds that the great ageregate saved-up wealth of the plain people should be withdrawn from the bus- iness enterprises of the country for any great length of time; and it would not be, if no interest on deposits was allowed; for, as soon as a few hundred dollars cf sav- ings were safely accumulated, self-interest would dictate that the-amount should be withdrawn and put into the various enter- prises of business life. The one point, the whole point, of the postal savings treasury that preponderates in the minds the poor people is that in the hands of the government, which they know never dies and never runs off, and which is always honest, however some of its officials may fail in that virtue— in its hands their little deposits are abso- lutely safe, unmistakably safe; that if a government official turns thief it matters not, the government is sure to return to him every dollar of the poor man’s money {t received from him. This is the leading idea of the people in their expressions of desire to use the post offices—the money or- der post offices only—in which to deposit their weekly savings; that in the custody of the government theY are safe—safe, where no thief can break through and steal nor a trustee or bank official make off with the funds. A postal savings treasury—not “bank”’—gauged on these safety lines only, would be a boon to the common people; and the more of a boon to the country that there would not be a permanent hoarding up for a little interest of the surplus sav- ings of the masses. Such a permanency of investment in the vaults of the government is not desirable for many reasons; and therefore no interest on deposits should be allowed. _ MAS FOSTER. November 26, 1897. < MEMORY OF MARCUS WHITMAN. The Man Who Saved Oregon Country to United States. A meeting wes held in the First Congre- gational Church lest evening in remem- brance of Dr. Mantus Whitman and wife, American missionaries, who were massa- cred half a cegtury ago today in Oregon. The meeting was opened by a, choir servi and by prayer by Dr. S. M. Newman, pas- tor of the church. 3 During the evening addresses were made by Justice Brewer. of the Supreme Court, Gen. O. 0. Howar@,.Rev. Dr, 8. M. Newman and Senator Jéhn‘L. Wilson of Washing- ton. All the Spéakers peferred to the fact that Dr. Whitman saved the Oregon coun- try for the United’Statés, and also to his long journey tg the northwest and his re- turn to Washfhgton to ‘alsclose the Cana- dian plan for selzure of the territory and hold it for its own: Senator Wilsen tcok becasion to correct an error, propagated by the last census, which was that Washington and Oregon were dérived from the Louisiana, purchase. He gave credit to Dr. Whitman for the securing* of these states to the Union. of ll 4 4 ‘WASHINGTON WINS. Next Conven of N. E. Association to Be Held Here. A telegram has been received by Henry F. Blount, chairman of the local execu- tive committee of the National Educational Association, announcing that the next con- vention of the association, to be held the second week in next July, will come to Washington. The dates are July 9, 10, 11, 12, 18 and 14. This was the result of a meeting of the executive committee of the association in Chicago Saturday, held to consider the claims of the different cities putting in a bid for the convention. These were Los Angeles, Cal.; Salt Lake City, Utah, and Omaha, Neb. It is expected that the convention will bring between 15,000 and 20,000 persons to the national capital. The association num- bers among its ranks a majority of the leading teachers and educators of the coun- try. It is national in its scope, and its an- nual conventions bring together a large number of delegates. These people come from every state in the Union, and it is estimated that in this manner and in the matter of money expended by the delegates in the city an immense amount of business will be thrown directly into“the hands of merchants, hotels, etc. The board of trade deserves the credit of bringing the convention here. Colonel Blount was placed at the kead of the gen- eral committee, while Mr. Thomas a Smith was in charge of the committee on finance. The cxecutive committee of the education association was invited to Wash- ington, and during their stay while looking over the ground that committee was enter- tained in royal style. The educators were very much impressed with Washington, and for some time past it has been known that the chances were largely in favor of this city. The local finance committee met with encouragement everywhere. Business men, merchants and others were only too willing to contribute. The guarantee fund necessary for the convention was soon se- cured. The committee on railways and ho- tels secured satisfactory reduced rates, and Washington's claim for the convention was far ahead of that of the other cities. Committees will soon set about arranging for the accommodation and entertainment of the ‘Visitors here. ———— AGAINST CIVIL SERVICE LAW. New York Republican Association Adopts Resolutions Condemning It. At the last regular meeting of the New York State Republican Association resolu- tions were unanimously adopted declaring that the object and intent of the civil serv- ice law have been entirely subverted and its rules changed to take in very many places not contemplated by the original law, and that the administration of the law and the application of the rules under it are glaringly unjust. Also that the association most respectfully ask the representatives of New York in Congress to see to it that the law is repealed at an early day. The association as a body condemns the existing civil service law as a humbug, as unjust and entirely unamerican. Delicate children! What a source of anxiety they are! The parents wish them hearty and strong, but they keep thin and pale. To all these delicate children Scott’s Emulsion of Cod-liver Oil with Hypophosphites comes with the best of news. It brings rich blood, strong bones, healthy nerves, and sound digestion. It is growth and prosperity to them. No matter how delicate the child, it is readily taken. 50c. and $1.00, all druggists. SOOTT & BOWNE, Chemist w York. _ AMUSEMENTS, =o - ¢ A Housekeeper’s: *- ¢ $ reason for using £ Cleveland’s £ Baking Powder-— < It’s economical, and it makes such dainty appetizing cake and breads. Lutz & Co., Horse Blankets, Lap Robes And eyeryhting for your STABLE. HORSE and Sole agents for the ”” 497 P: 009-124 ‘a. ave. n. CITY ITEMS. Johnston's, 729 7th st. nw. Stew Beef, 5c.; Large French blacking, 4e.; Washington Lye, 8c.; Sweet Chocolate, 8e.; $.C.Shoulders,74c. ; CaliforniaPrunes,sc. 1t* ——— J. Jay Gould, Children's Christmas things. no24-6t* = ogee Royal Mendache Powders cure. mh5-m,w,f,stf 10c. aes Johnston's, 729 7th st. now. 40c. Tea ; 50c. Tea tomor- row, 23c.; $c. Tea tomorrow, 40c.; $1 Te: tomorrow, 50 1t* AMUSEMENTS. New National Theater. EVENING, AND SAT. MATS. EVERY FAMOUS HANLON’S NEW SUPERBA A GORGEOUS SPEOTACLE. NEW PROPUOTION 'THIS YEAR. Next Week-HENEY MILIER in “HEARTS- FASE.” no29-20,t Academy, SESE rues WHEN LONDON SLEEPS. SEES WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY. Next Week—Another Dig Comedy Attraction, FANNY RICE, in “AT THE FRENCH BALL." no20-20,tf A MUSICALE —Harry Wheaton Howard, Author and Director- By the mn of Loyal Women, at the Chure of Our Father, 13th and L sts. now., WEE "al DAY EVENING, December 1, 1897, at 8 Admission, 50 cents. Reserved seats at Metz: erott's, Air. Howard will be assisred by Mrs. Kitty Thompson Berry and other promiacnt talent. A most interesting feature of the pro- my Will be the third act of “Jack the Glan Mer,” by a chorus of 80 children. no27-3t° A Recital tional Church, 10th and G n.w.. WEDNESDAY: Dec. 1, 1897, at 8 pa For the of Homeopathic Hospital. Admission oes teres So eee ‘Reserved seat seein ac fl . Sale of tickets at Metzerott’s ‘November 20. oie eet ene TONIGHT AT 8, day. ting Japanese Comedy, A. 185 times at We George Edw: Tal GEIS With the identical cast . WITH ALL TE ‘TUMES OF RE." Next & oy 7) 3 tA HOUS! Grand Opera ime in many yea Masterpi BARBER OF SEVILL Mmes. Melba, Van Cauteren, arbone, Bonde Mmes. Gadski, Kraus, Fisch>r, igh. Bispha: THURSDAY EVENING. DECEMBER 16, Bizet’s CARMEN. Mmes. Seygard, ki, Toronta, Mattfeld, Mm. *“‘Salignac, Campanari, Vanni, FRIDAY Conductors r. Damrosch and Mr. Bimbont New York ‘§; Orchestra; full “ehorug; complet fes and costumes. . Subscription Sale opens Wednesday, December 1, at the box office. y Pianos used. Edw. F. Droop & Sons, Agts. + MAT. EVERY DAY. Bijou Theater, ven : High-class Family Vandeville. ALI¢ Washington's Worid-famous Cort The Co au Dram. 4 TEN OTHER 10, 20, + — Mi BIG ACTS. Prices: £2 10, 20 ets. n029-6t KERNAN & RIFE, Managers. MATINEES WEDNESD! SATURDAY, WEEK OF NOVEMBER 29. THOS. H. DAVIS AND WM. T. KEOGH'S BIG SCENIC PRODUCTION, Down In Dixie. AND SENSATION IN OPERATION! | THE FAMOUS PICKANINNY BAND. Next Week—James H. Wallick’s “A GUILTY MOTHER CUMPANY.' nnv29-24,6t IKEBSAN'S LYCEUM THEATER. ALL THIS WEEK. Metinces ‘Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. ——THE KLONDIKE OF V EVILLES.— Reilly and Wood’s BIG SHOW. Concluding with the WALKS OF ALI, Next Week—WEBER & Fi ‘TIONS. oS" VAUDEV! -B. and O.8.Metzerott, Manazcrs. CLUB. Columbia. Nixon & Zimmerman, Directors ‘ONIGHT AT 8, Charles Frohman Presents for the First Time, a THE SALT OFTHE [EF A\ RTH By Joseph Arthur, Author of ‘The Still Alarm,” “Elue Jeans,” “The Pickers,” ete. . New and Startl Effects, Elaborate New Next Week....“'Ml c., at Confederate Veterans’ Hall, and B sts.. WEDNESDAY EVENING. EPWORTH LEAGUE ADJOURNS. District Society Closes Series of Meet- ings With Consecration Service. The seventh annual convention of the Epworth League of the District of Colum- bia, which began Friday evening at Ham- line M. E. Church, 9th and P streets north- west, Rev. Dr. W. R. Stricklen, pastor, came to a close last evening with a conse- cration meeting. The officers of the organization for the ensuing year were elected Saturday even- ing. They are: President, Mr. J. F. Engle; vice presidents, E. P. Hamlin, Mrs. M. M. Mitchell, Mrs. H. B. Moulton and Charics H. Chase; recording secretary, H. F. Belt; corresponding secretary, Fred E. Wood- ward; treasurer, George E . Armstrong; su- Ferintendent of junior league, Miss Jennie Watts. The reports submitted showed that the various chapters of the organization are in a prosperous condition. The meeting of last evening was in charge of Vice President Hamlin, who con- ducted devotional services. The annual sermon was delivered by Dr. Stricklen. During the afternoon of yesterday there was a rally of the juniors, Miss Jennie Watts presiding. An address was made by Miss E. Robertson. Missionary exercises were conducted by juniors from various churches. A recitation was given by Miss Helen Hunter, and Misses Hattie Warren and Julia Cockerill each sang a solo. Se Arabia, Illustrated. Mr. A. Forder, a missionary in Arabia, who is attending the annual convention of the Christian and Missionary Alliance, now in session in this city, delivered an illus- trated lecture on “Arabia” at the Y. M. C. A. Hall yesterday afternoon. Royal, The Absolutely Pure Baking Powder. AMUSEMENTS. Dog Show. Washington City Kennel Club. RIDING ACADETIIY, 22D AND P STS. N.W. November 39 and Decem- ber 1, 2, 3, 1897. 38 ON EXHIBITION PROF. WHITE'S TROUPE OF TRAINED DOGS: WILL PERFORM AT 3 AND 8 P.M. Open from 9 a.m. until 10 p.m. ADMISSION, 50 CENTS. CHILDREN, 25 CENTS. BARGAIN WEEK THE BIOGRAPH 25 sowsston vor ras wees, D5 Cts. By Special Arrangement. cts. no27-5t For Arlington, Fort [yer and Falls Church=-Take the F st. or Penna. ave. cars—and the electric cars at Aqueduct bridge. Noxioi & Wvashingto Steamboat Co. in the year for Fortress Monroe, wport News end all points south powerful steel palace steamers me ri ~ and ““Washing- t New fe lowing schedul — ton” on the fo Southbound. Northbound, Lv. Wash 00 p.m. Ly.Portsmouth.5:60 Lv 0 p.m. Lv. 0 orfolk. . t. to Chamberlin’s new hotel, and Virginia Beach will tnd the most atractly fortable night Large and Iuxur n this . Insuring a com- est that the markets of Washing- folk afford. Tickets on sale at C pe had. red will be fur- ed on applicati B undersigned 4 a — the company’s wharf, foot ington, D.C. Telephone Jy18-40d “JNO. CALLAHA! UPRIGHT . PIANOS RENTED 3 MOS. FOR $12. . 0. peral Manager. Fifty Excellent High-grade Uprizht Vianos to rent at the rate of 3 -show the new pianos wht ave ordered for our © : seseee trade, Come in today or t 2 oo ¢ s Sand select your instrament seeees 3_mont! is only $12 F. G. Smith, 1225P a. Ave. It John F. Ellis & Co. Established 1852. PIANOS FOR SALE or REXT. LOW PRICES. EASY TERMS. Special discount for cash. Pianos tuned, repaired, moved and packed. John F. Ellis & Co., 937 PENNA. AVE. te2-tt Chickering Piano Rooms. —= peepee ar cas Scrofula Swollen Glands, Scrofula Sores, Ps Hip Disease, Boils, Pimples, Eruptions Tell the Story. Certainly ecrofula, if anything, mar be called the advertisement of foul Dood. It is the scourge of the workd—offensive, pain- ful, debilitating, s*ubbern, Outward appli- cations do not cure; they only drive the dif- ficulty to mew caurters. palliate; they cannot is one sure way cut, and that is ¢ inate the taint from the blood. Tor this 1s absolutely POPPA AAA AAA There hs te td “It gives me pleasure to state that after having taken four bottles of Hood's Saraa parilla the eczema with which I was suffer. ing has entirely disappeared. My skin is Low aa clear and free from erupt an that of a child.” Mrs. EMMA HUNDLEY 1321 Kenyon street N.W., Washington, D.C> $ 9c Sarsa- SHood’s trie 4 Is the best—in fact the One True Blood Purifier, act easily, promptly and + 9, Hood’s Pills sey. apes See Soeserosoervanesoee se ‘PIANOS AND ORGAN weve SOOSSS TST SSA ESOT PO DOSSSOLOOD « « Droop’s Elite Music House, 025° Pa. ave. “All-Star” Stock. | alos stores are glad to boast of ong estar.” We bave an “all-star” si each the leading light in its resp ie. The “Steinway” The “Symphony” —the world’s greatest mechanical Orgap The “Washburn” —the world’s greatest Mandolins am Guitars. The “Stewart” —the world’s greatest Banjo. he “Regina” —the world's greatest Music Box. With all this superority, you pay nd more than others ask for far inferior struments, Avenue cars wow siop M® front of our door. DROOP Sons, Steinway and other leading Pianos, . Ave. FLYER. ~ —$125 cash for a superb Rosewood 7 1 Octave Upright Grand. The D for it, and it's an inst would thik cheap now at goes to the first comer for $125 stool and scarf included. G by us. ‘A fine Square Grand Unusual Piano Bargains. Two Upright Pianos, guaranteed good as new. Will sell low on easy, payments. Stieff Piano Warerooms, 521 ELEVENTH St. N.W., Near Fy J. C. Conliif, Manager. 1 26-284 “No Tone Like the Weber Tones THE WEBER PIANO. No piano in market costs more to make than the Weber—No-plano CAN be nny bet> ter made in ANY PARTICULAR. When you SER you pay for the piano aloney EXTRAVAGANT Or FICTITIOUS REPUTATION. Sanders & Stayman, SOLE AGENTS, 1327 F st. n.w., Washington, 13 N. Charles st., Baltimore, ADVERTISING 026-4 > A Little Better Piano, A Little Lower Price, THAN ANY OTHER HOUSE IN THE crry. This simple rule has built our business ug in 9 years from an obscure location to the best in Wasbington—from the smallest to one of the very best outputs of Dianos to the very, best class of a discriminating public, AN EXAMPLE: Will give you a choice of Walnut or Mahogany t selling for $300—clsrwhere— $145 D. G. Pfeiffer, 929 F St. N.W. $90 Organ, 75° wk. $265 New Upright, for $230. 22 22° Only $5 22:7 sweet-toned. Hugo Worch, 923 F St. Sole_agt. for the “S-o-b-me-+” Pia The Greatest Piano Di splay is at our Wereroum: $300Upright Piano Only $158... 4 Ege, RIGOPST, BARGAIN YET for & buyer: returned from a handsome Oak Upright Plano, in perfect ‘condition, practically" new. which was $8" Brices are always low- est—which will be sold FOR CASH for only if te Piano E71C sou contemplate buying a you MetzerottMusicCo pass. le 1110 F Street N. W. 1t* 3 +; oi and we sell not only rie UAE GUALED KNABE, Sone of theas as'tow’ a §200 taxa wow Upagat on time payments. BARGAINS IN USED SQUARE, GRAND AND UPRIGHT PIANOS —including our own take. | Planos For Reat. Wm. Knabe & Co., 1422 Penn. Ave. N. W.. ‘Telephone No. 1737. BARGAINS IN_ UPRIGHT PLANOS— New Engiand. £ ESectge Kran & Bach. ai74f At WA ENADBE & O00 102 'Pa ave bm