Evening Star Newspaper, April 25, 1898, Page 12

— THE EVENING STAR, MONDAY, APRIL 25, 1898-12 PAGES. i1 Dentin tn otto eon You'll Be Glad to Hear This-=- that there is to be no change of front here—we are teetotally and perpetually pledged to the policy of only qualities of the highest standard at pric MMM OEM OEM! s that are the very lowest possible to quote. Men’s $2, $2.50 and $3 Derbys and Fedoras es = es O8c. ie eee The price isn’t the surprising thing—it’s the quality we can offer at 9Se.—and the style. These hats were already to ship when the war proclamation was issued—and the concerns for whom they were mede wired cancellation orders. The max*r was in a fix—and our proposition to take them off his hands was quickly accepted. We bought them for your greater benefit—and you're getting them now. Choice of any spring block—and apy shade. What are left of the three that were adver- tised on Sunday for today—and three other lots that were intended as part of the same offering, but were not delivered until today. Tiey're bet- ter Suits than we've had at the same prices be- fore. Made for us—but we furnished the ma- terials. $10.95. $12.45. $7.95. Patriotic Neckwear for ladies—Red, White and Blue Silk, with fi that. low as we can sell them. inged ends Oe. also may be used as bands for sailor hats—35c. > Alterations are no‘ likely—but should there be any necessary they'll be made without ext Ladies’ Diag and 20 Ladies’ Fine Tail- Yachting Serge Suits; the ormade Costumes, in geois are imported weaves nearly 20 different style and were made up by our made of stylish weaves, ’ direction to be as. near in tight-fitting, loose-front e a every Way Prop- to the usual $20 effects: Gray, Brown, ¢ & faithfully made. possible. They're net, Blue and Black—all B The colors are fast and the i Black. with Box the’ shades. Silk-lined ALL 4 a mest becoming ali through through, and are actually 4 The se with fancy taffe 1K worth $3150. They are _ is adv skirts hang p fit to be models, every one § in else seams and welt of them. S6. § 1 6.50. $25. Let of Ladies’ Taflor- ; Lot of 25 Ladies’ Black, Navy Suits, in ee Blue, Rrown and Green Castor, Royal Blue, | 39%, Pot Serge, Cheviot and Henri- Blue and Black | snd Biwe Zephy b etta Cloth Suits; some are ree; coats fin- | and Green, Blue and Black plain in effect, others are $ ss and | Spring weight Serge, | They fancily trimmed, Coat and © specially attractive bs he ase 6 gua tight-fitting styles. In g« taffeta silk; fly- Tailor-made all reality they are $12 and = flaps on poeket: You won't find $15 Values—tut you are z ed. Good anywhere for te have these—as’ you get 3 snybody can offer at than at everything else 28 = A & early 2,000 Pairs of Ladies’ Shoes 1 off the special selling this week. The biggest half are for pe- N 1 = destrians—the others are ior the wheel. But both lots are Shoes ~ that will do three things—save you money—give you the utmost = satisfaction—and add another triumph to our six weeks of vic- tories. This new department has found a clientage at the start— and the ranks are swelling as the news of the advantages to be enjoyed here spreads. Fur Street Wear. 1,000 pairs of Ladies’ Oxfords and High-eut Lace and Button Boots—some Tan — some Black Vici Kid, with pat- ent leather and kid For the Wheel. 743 pairs of Ladies’ Fine Black and Tan Viel Kid Bicycle Boots, in two lengths—10 and tips — hand-sewed 15 inches — with welts. ‘The b lain Brown and values lack Cloth Golf Fine Fi and Plaid Tops. ever ‘They're made on selves in a special the’ very latest sale. lasts. YOUR CHOICE OF ANY PAIR IN THE r $2.50, $3 AND ANY PAIR IN THE Sy LOT—$3.50 AND $4 o QUALITIES. = o In the rush of these “bargain” offerings do not lose sight of the fine exclusive Footwear forms a very conspicuous part of our stock. Hanan’s Man-fashioned Shoes for ladies ami the other high-grade makes that stand at the front—are only to be had here. Saks and Company, “Saks’ Corn Sedoetedoetectntestetectnteteteetnterntongtet Seite Qesgonteefestonters Soot So Po a ae % egesten So % SestonteaSestent % stoi mes : e Seeeeteeeetordoetortentondontont So || goes ‘ seonsonsonongonconcondondontmeseiimioeteeseetetoes Good Luck to our soldier boys, and while they are away get your house fixed up in good shapein anticipation of their return. a Sedeatoatoageadeogeogegeatoateareafeteatoateatenteegeiatoaseasenteoteeogs eadeateateaseeteatoesoes Baby Carriages. ‘The best Mine In town without exception. Good ones with You cannot find a stock superior to ours lower prices, and we give a galvanized pan b each one. aw Matting, fapey patterns. .... Extra Heavy Matting, tacked down guaranteed bukers.. 112 pieces. Extension Tables, 6 feet A rich and rare assortment. wood or steel wheels, as low Dining Chairs, cane seat. Oak Sideboards, plate mirror. Oak Chamber Suites... -. Oak Dressing Tables, French plate Five-piece Parlor Suite... a «100. dardndieaiestosgeeatentenoetoetrtete reeset ettonne tte Columbia GraphophomesonFasy Payments. We are agents for them, and are the first to offer them on installments. You cai a0 end of fun with one, and It furnishes a first-class entertainment in your own Varied to suit the tastes of all. havé laid in a large supply, but as there fs sure to be a rush for them we advise you to order early, as it will take us some time to get some more. Prices )stier $15.00. HOUSE & HERRMANN, Liberal Home Furnishers, hav by (INCLUDING A SET OF RECORDS. 7th and I Sts. N. W. OUTSIDE OF THE ARMORY. i THE GUARD RETURNS —— (Continued from First Page.) casion for their going into service imme- diately. Secretary Alger. Secretary Aiger was at the White House this afternoon about 1 o'clock. As he was leaving he said that a ‘serious misunder- standing as to the District National Guard had occurred. ‘When orders were issued he said, “it was the under- standing that General Harries should select the quota of men to be allowed the Dis- trict and take that quota into camp, re- turning the other companies to their ar- mories or homes. “The idea seems to have become general that a permanent camp of the entire Dis- trict Guard was to be established and that all the men were to be considered in the service. When I spoke to General Harries at the White House this morning my idea was to have it understood that only the quota to be allowed the District should continue in permanent camp, and that the remaining portion should be returned to their armories. I supposed that in going Into camp it was only to select the quota.” A Battalion. According to the plans of the War De- partment, the District of Columbia will be called upon to supply a battalion, consist- ing Of a major and four companies. Considerable Expense. The revocation of the order calling out the District National Guard put the guard to an expens2 amounting to hundreds of dollars. The quartermaster g>neral had closed contracts with several express com- Leaving the Armory. penies for hauling camp equipage, baggage and supplies. The wagons were loaded and on the way to their d+stinations when it was found necessary to recall them. The commissary general had purchased big quantities of meats and provisions. The majority of these must either be given away or permitted to spoil. Several hun- dred loaves of bread which had been pur- chased were this afternoon turned over to the Associated Charities. A number of officers went to the expense of hiring and in some cases buying horses. It is known that several of the enlisted men of the brigade gave up their places of employment with the understanding that the National Guard would be in service for an indefinite period. The orders calling the troops back to thelr armories caused the deepest regret and considerable indigna- tion throughout the command. At head- quarters many inquiries were made as to why the troops were recalled, but no in- formation could be given there. The com- manding general left his office early in the day and had not returned at a late hour this afternoon. It is understood that he set forth for the War Department and the White House. The Order. Th? order calling the National Guard back to headquarters from the various camps is as follows: ‘WAR DEPARTMENT, “Adjutant General's Office, April 25, 1898. “To the Commanding Officer District Na- tional Guard: “Sir—The Secretary of War directs that the assembling of ths National Guard, un- der his order of April 23, be suspended until further orders. Very respectfully, “H. C. CORBIN, “Adjutant General” Scene of Activity. The armory of the Disirict National Guard in the Center Market was a scene cf bustle and activity from an early hour this morning until after noon. As early as 7 o'clock the members of the various companies having headquarters there be- gan to assemble. All was bustle. Regular members of the guard were rushing back and forth packing knapsacks and haver- sacks, canteens were being filled and the “day’s rations” which had been ordered were put where they would do the most good. In and about the various roome recruits for the companies were being gotten in readiness, as well as it was possible to pre- pare them for camp Ife. Some were fur- nished with complete uniforms without equipments. Some were given trousers only, no coats or caps being found to fit, the rest of their outfit of clothing being of the civilian type, while others were fur- nished blouses without the army trousers. It was a happy crowd. All officers were courtly and polite, while the recruits got the first lessons in the matter of saluting their superiors. As soon as the members began to assemble a guard was stationed at the bridge, and no one was allowed to pass in except guardsmen and members of the press. Throngs Cheer the Boys. A number of the relatives and friends of members attempted to pass, but were halted in true military style. On the side- walk and in the street in front of the arm- ory there wis a large throng cheering the soldier boys as they passed into the arm- ory. While the crowd was not as large as would probably have been the case on a clear, pretty day, it was none the less en- thusiastic and patriotic. The wives, daugh- ters and sweethearts of the men who were preparing to defend the larger foros than was sterner sex, Nearly all of the wemen wore miniature United States flags, or red, white and blue streamers pinned to their coats. On the porches the trocps were assembled and made ready to march. The first to leave the armory was the 4th Battalion, headed by the regimental band. These boys pres2nted ‘a soldierly appear- aice as they marched forth upon the street in full battle array. They were loudly cheered as they passed through the crowds which lined the sidewalk. The 4th was quickly followed by detachments from the 2d Battalion, which was ordered to duty on the Conduit road. Capt. Hines, with a de- tachment of recruits for Battery A, light artillery, left the armory shortly before 10 o'clock. These recruits presented a motley appearance, some clad in regulation blouses with checkered trousers, othsrs with regu- lar trousers and cutaway coats, while still others were only provided with th2 regula- tion army cap. Some of them had no uni- forms, but carried a blanket swung across their shoulders, while in their hands they carried « eripsack with a change of clothes and a day’s rations. A few days in camp, however, will find th2se men fully equipped in the matter of untforms and accouter- ments. Martial Music. The fife and drum corps, which had also been recruited, left the armonry shortly after 10 o'clock, and they were quickly fol- lowed by the 6th Battalion, under com- mand of Major Looker. The last command to leave the armory was the 5th Battalion, which, with the 2d Battalion, had been or- dered to the Conduit road, to defend the water works. This battalion looked as fine asa fiddle. They were fully equipped and presented a very warlike appearance. The men wore the regulation field hat All during the morning the officers of the departments of the quarterm: and commi: ry were rushing back and forth getting the camp egquipage and stores in shape and shipping thém to the camping places. Large army wagons were loaded with tents, pol pegs and ropes for pitch- ing camp. Hospital.and other stores were rapidly loaded on the wagons and started to the Soldiers’ Héme and Conduit road, where the troops were to go into camp. All of the headguafters furniture was placed on the wagons for removal to the camp, so that the regimental work could be begun. The quartermaster sergeants and the commissary sefgeants appeared to be working with clock-like precision, and showed that the several experiences that the guard has hadjin eamp have been of great value. The hospital corps was the only body of men. Re There was great consternation at the ar- mory shortly after 1L0'glock, when the Sth Eattation, headed by Major Simonson, was seen marching back to the crmory, fol- lowed by the camp eqnipage. Orders had been received by the major to return to the armory until further notice. Arrange- ments were immediately made to unload the wagons and put the tents, poles, chests and other camp material back into storage. Order Reaches Soldiers’ Home. it was about noon when the order reach- ed camp at the Soldiers’ Home for the men to march back again. They at first re- fused to credit it, and thought a joke was being played upon them. When they final- ly learned the truth they were worried and d:sgusted in the extreme. “The war is all over, boys,” they told one another. “I knew those Spanish troops wouldn't fight anyway,” said another. Disappointment was visible on every countenance. Most of the men had taken their own lunches along and were stretched out on the grass eating them and resting themselves after the tedious march from the city. “Fall in, fall in, boys,” was the cry heard, and reluctantly ‘knapsacks, guns and other impedimenta were picked up and shouldered. The men of Light Battery A, some of whom had pulled out the Hotchkiss gun to be used in firing salutes, were especially disgusted at the orders received. “Here we've dragged that gun all the way out here, up hill, and we've got to take it back again. It’s a good thing it's a downhill grade back to town,” one of them said. They all took it philosophically, how- ever, and in a short while were in line, marching over the same route they had traversed a short while before. The band, which had stacked its instruments under a big cherry tree at the west end of the camp, lined up, about thirty-two strong, and marched back, keeping time to the drum. The carrp presented a pretty appearance this morning, with the blue uniforms of the men, making a marked contrast to the deep green of the grass and the yellow of the dandelions on the sward. It is doubt- ful if a prettier place for a camp could have been selected. It is in the lower part of the Soldiers’ Home grounds, about 800 yards directly west of the hospital, and nearly a half mile from the 7th street rall- way. It is on rising ground, a knoll sep- arating the two enida. »The place on which the camp was to 'rést gecupled a space of Probably 1,800 fe imlength, and about 600 in width. Fro## itdlelevated position a fine view can be,fadypf the surrounding country and a portion gf the city, the mon- ument sticking up’a. warning finger to the southwest, as if to point the location. A fine view of the mpin building of the home is obtained from it.» +t Battery an, Early Arrival. Light Battery Ajowittythe Hotchkiss gun, was early on the fi ut the first to ar- rive, in fact. Arrangements were at once made for the locgfion"‘pf the quarters of the men at the northern end of the site se- lected, next to the, hotffe. The field is al- most clear, there,jbeing but one or two trees, one of them?} an immense cher- ry, which Is just bidding into bloom. The limbs had been trimmed from » and it made a fine place for shade, if there had been any sun. Fortunately for the boys, there was none, so that after their march, which they appeared to stand remarkably well, they threw themselves: down on their blankets and rested. Rations were to have been furnished them for supper, but none had been given them for lunch. Most of them, though, had been so thoughtful as to provide these. “I went into a lunch room and told the Proprietor he ought to do something for his country,” said one of the privates, ‘and he fixed me up a half dozen sandwiches for were out in | nothing. Say, he’s.a patriot, all right.” Tha boys. iy hee ¥ s oS} | a made by men tailors. season at the price......... tC, Sesto ereceegeoteegendendensretoesers Other Skirts. $7.98 for choice of Black Cheviot Skirts lined throughout with taffeta silk of turqoise, cerise, vio- let and black. And $7.98 for Black Sat- in Skirts, percaline lined. As good as any previously here at $10. elders Sradoateetonteetoeteatentoss $ a i $6.98. $12.79 $ Some worth $20. Man-made Gowns. ME The maker's surplus stock of Some are tight-fitting, as in $ $10 to $20 Cloth Suits. The the illustration to the right. 3 picture to the left depicts one pad = ported igo Bs ‘i oth and mian-tanuiorec, B = e : er : $ of the braided Costumnes: The F have all the appearance of very & canals plain, in fosehs ae expensive made to order z cheviots; Black, Tans, Greens, | gowns. Various _ styles to + Grays, Blues and Mixtures, choose from; some are silk $ Sizes 32 to 42 in the lot. lined throughout. $ z & $ WO of our proteges—“American Lady” Corsets Rs ” e = and “Onyx” Black Hose. While other merchants : may follow the lead of the Palais Royal, it is logical + that you always find best variety at Headquarters. ex 4 x8 for the “Amerl- tomorrow for for x S an ‘Iady"” TES 19¢ the Ladies’ 35e_ Onyx 2 sets, in styles to suit 2h Onyx Black Hose. Jie all figures. Modeled ‘The 1898 improved a’ and = Rem- ? after the best French styles, all with double brandt effects. Yarn $ corset. Modified to suit soles and extra high mete AS 3 American women, they spliced heels. Some vated ethene noe é are really better than with white feet. All tra long, they are the imported. Y nouncement Wais that to 75¢ were to be 39c for choice. they will be advertised cure supplies today. The sale will so.” OMPANION bargains in the Dress Skirts, as illustrated below. Made of light weight wool Chev- iot and Brilliantine, in black and colors. Tucked and corded according to lates Superior linings, binding and finish: Probably the best dres ‘WO lots of Suits are among the late arrivals that will create a furore as soon as their merits become known, styles, all sizes. ESTERDAY’S Post contained the an- high-grade , worth up to $2.98, were to be offered at 79c for choice.And those worth 50 more thoroughly,— by word of mouth of the many who will se- the fact that “if it’s in the Palais Royal ad., it’s comfortable, The Waist Sale The Palais Royal. wash 3y tonight emphasize Cut and irts of the styles Odd Lots. $2.98 for Dress skirts made to retail at $4.50, come to us so we can say $2.98. All are latest cut,, in various cloths, of mixtures, bayadere stripes, plaids and checks. Black and colors, a H 66 Ht 99 $ Daily “Specials” on the Basement Floor. Es HE largest and most complete Houscfurnishing Goods Department in Washington is on this base- oe ment floor. Thousands know it, but more thousands don’t. The Star’s 120,000 readers shall have + no excuse for not knowing and profiting by their knowledge. “Specials” are to be announced % each evening. The following for tomorrow only: 5 Whit 1 Crystal Gi t on $ $2.98 Geos and ten | ZO Pe TG, Te Gass | $4.75 tomerron, for sve wee | FC pymorrow, tor ful sine ¥ Sets of 95 pieces, warranted first patterns, frigerators, family size, 1898 | and decorated, oe quality. style. 3 =e ete % China Toil fe the Com- for ; $ S9C See Sateting or nat | S198 Mei” Weise | S3.98 toperow forthe weet te mal ge ‘4 size pitcher, basin, mug and cham- and Water Cooler known as the known $5 Gas Range—the “Brook- } Bread and Cake Paus. Ail 4 ber. “Nursery."” dyn.” 4 3 2 2 : The Palais £ LMM MA MAL SY: Royal,<m==G and 11th. busily employed in measuring the site of the camp, and staking out the different quarters. Major Averill was engaged in directing this work. It had not been finish- ed when the order was received to suspend all operations and march back to the city. The stakes were thrown down in a twin- kling, and the matter was discussed. All sorts of rumors were afloat. One of these was that Spain had capitulated uncondi- tionally, and the dons were heartily sworn at for their imagined lack of courage. Some of the men thought the march out was simply a sort of trial, as it were, and that it had been known from the first that the camp would not be permanent. This idea was soon dispelled, and every one was at a loss to know what the reason for countermanding the orders really was. The officers were as much at a loss to know anything about it as were the privates, and stood together in groups advancing theories as to the real reason. Bound to Have Their Fun. The privates of the different companies were bound to have their fun, no matter what happened. They played various pranks upon one another. One of them was engaged in going through the manual of arms, with a company of one, when an officer gave him orders to stop it, as he would tire himself out, and would better save himself up to march back to the city. Scme twenty’ or twenty-five gathered to- gether in true soldier fashion and blended their voices in a number of songs. “Old Black Joe,” “The Soldier's Farewell” and others were rendered with good effect. The singing was disturbed when the order to fall in was given. The boys were soon in line and the march back to the city was begun about 1 o'clock. The colored battalion was among the first to leave the field. The route was the same, practically, as that taken on the march out. This was from the Avenue up 6th street to New York avenue, to Ist street, out Ist to the site of the camp. Some one or two of the companies marched out 7th street. The militia made a good showing on the field. Colonel Urell was conspicuous on & large, handsome horse, and presented @ fine military appearance. Colonel Alexan- der lost no time in seeing thet things were arranged for the comfort and convenience of the troops. There was no hitch, and all the officers showed that they were well ac- quainted with such matters as the arrange- ment of the camp, having profited by for- mer occasions of the kind. Supplies Were Belated. of the goginesr, division were} None of the battery's guns had arrived at camp before the trocps received the order for their return to the armories. Non2 of the quartermaster’s supplies had reached camp either, and these were anxiously awaited, as it was hoped the t2nts might be set before the rain should come. They had not reached the scene when the order to re- tern came.”- Soma time after the march to the city had begun it commenced to rain, but the boys marcked through this, not eppearing to mind it in the least. The Light Infantry marched up the avenue about 2 o'clock in gcoc shape with the band playing. The march attracted hundreds of people. Though th2 day was so threatening a num- ber of persons, including some ladies, went out to the camp to see the troops arrive. ———_o-___ The Old English Village. The program in “Ye Olde English Vil- lege” this evening will be one of the most attractive given during the fair. The orig- inal Punch and Judy show, operated by Messrs. Muth and Purdie; fancy bicycle riding by Racycle Baker and Mr. French's trained dog, “Black Bonnie,” will open the Program, after which Prof. Caruana will take charge of the stage and his pupils will render the following program of char- acter and ballet dancing: Little Pierrott, Miss Audelia Burdines Cupid Solo, Miss Lecnora Payne; Dance Artistique, Miss Marie Howe; double-face duet, Miss Isabel Shelton and Pearly Ratto; French ballet, Miss Marguerite Howard; patriotic ballet, “Cuba,” Misses Burdine, Payne, Howard and Horn; “U. S.,” Misses Shackelford, Burdine, Towles and King; Salior’s Horn- pipe, Master Stanley Hogan; fan dance, Miss Iola Goings. At the close of the pro- gram Prof. Caruana will give his original interpretation of the ‘3 Horn; LAID TO REST. Funeral of the Late George Emmert ‘Took Place Yesterday. The funeral of the late George Emmert, one of the most substantial citizens of the District, who had lived here ever since he came, in early youth, from his native coun- try, Germany, took place yesterday after- noon from his late residence, No. 715 6th street northwest, at 2:30 o'clock. There was a very large attendance at the house, whence the remains were removed to the Trinity Lutheran Church, 4th and E streets northwest, where services were conducted by Rev. G. H. Schroeder. Mr. Schroeder ay eh Hil Cy ® ; f 9 4 : Hi =