Evening Star Newspaper, May 3, 1898, Page 8

8 oe ive F st., cor. 11th. Mattress Factory, ist and D. Furniture Factory, 12th & B. Storage, 22d & M. Moving, P-cking and Furnitore Repalring. MATTINGS Cool, Comfortable, Pretty and : joors will re- Cheap. gain their warm weather popularity again soon. We only want a chance to show you our stock of Mattings and quote you our prices to assure us your trade. Warth weath- er seems to be with us in ear- nest. Matting 3.0% new 1s of Matting here, in 250 ive designs and patterns. ie following list is mad 20-yard rolls—sufficient for foot rocms. 7C. Cs 1,000 yards Heovy Chinese Matting at one 10c. 1,000 yards Fancy Heavy Chinese Jointless Cee eee 1,006 yards White Chinese Matting at.. cee 1.200 yards Matting at.. E: 1,000 yards Fancy Jointless 2214e. Matting 1,000 Mats at. 1,000 Japanese Rugs at 1,000 Japanese Rugs at... 1,000 J Rugs at... 75C. 500 Japs at 1 0 ting Rugs at.......---- aa a It W. B. MOSES & SONS. SSS SSS SSS Sa 7 ) Q ‘Olive Oil 0 ‘Soap, == 10c, Cake.{ a) A pure, unmedicated toilet soap— ¥ that won't harm the most delicate kin. () and Ie. cake "ALM OIL P—made of free of perfumes and Hent for the skin. lve. ¢ ¢ > ¢ Q Q ¢ 3 cakes for « 0 W. S. T N, ¢ )) PHARMACIS1, 703 15TH ST. my2-28d Q Soc POO OOO DSO SD Especially Riding Habits, there is nothing finer on earth than Carriag+ Cloth. Wears Mike from. Not expensive, when quality Is considered. Various colors; all quiet. We keep it and will be gad to show and quote at any time. J. B. KENDALL, eis P 9 B STREET N.W. A ce € Kodaks and ‘Cameras, $5 nd upward. The best in Amer- ca. Our Spring Stock is large and comprehensive. TicAllister« Feast Opticians, “1311” F St. ? N’S HATS. Stock of Men's Derby tyle made. Every Prices. a. Pa 1 Developing for Amateur 7 Remember we're #: gents for the fameus “KNOX'’ Hats for gentlemen and gentlewomen. Stinemetz,<, 1237 Pa. Ave. -burner Gas = # Heres a GA: cannot be duplic 5. It has 4 bi RANGE for $10 that ted anywhere under broiler, : . Gas Appliance Exchange,% hew typical all the time. prices—but s, Be el qualities” ‘eels, 1329 ~ TARINE MOTH BAGS, MANAHAN’S PINE TARINE MOTH PAPER BOLD AT ALL #TORES. 370 Part St., N.Y. ap26-lot Smitufield Hams and Bacon. The genuine ar- ticle of first quality. They are difficult to get. Prices low. N. W. Burchell, 1325 F St. Woodward *». Lothrop, toth, 11th and F Sts. N. W, Announce a Continuation of Their Special Opening of Hats, Bonnets and Costumes ‘For the Horse Show. Little Children’s Tam O’Shanters. We shall place on sale tomorrow 25 dozen Children’s White Duck and Brown Crash Tam O’Shanter Sailors with navy blue or red band, on which are stamped in gilt the names of the U. S. Battleships “Maine,” “Columbia” and “Indiana.” These are marked at the special price, 25c. each. Infants’ Dept.—Second feo Corset Special. We have purchased and offer as a very special value 15 dozen Corsets, made of imported net, with coutil strippings, heavily boned, two side steels, top finished with embroidery. Sizes 18 to 30. Mattings. : We are now prepared to furnish the best grades of China and Japan- ese Mattings in any quantity desired at the lowest possible prices. We quote 100 rolls, in about 20 designs, of the heaviest and best quality China Matting, that usu- ally sells at 40c. and 50c. a yard. Special price, 35c¢. a yard. $12.00 for roll of 40 yards. Other good grades at TIc. a yard, $4.00 for roll of 40 yds. 20c. a yard, $7.00 for roll of 40 yds. 25c. a yard, $9.00 for roll of 40 yds. Half rolls of 20 yards will be sold at the roll price. Third ‘oo~, Couches. We are now showing some ex- ceedingly good qualities of well made Box or Wardrobe Ceuches at less than regular prices. Be aso eee Box Couche: edge, bttoned up- Special price, 39¢. holsters, springs, best spring-lifting Second ocr. Soy a tops in the mark pecially desirable for pack- ing purposes. ° Boys’ Wash Suits. Recent arrivals give us a complete and especially handsome line of Wash Suits, in Duck, Pique, Galatea, ete.. and we call attention to the fol- cial valu Figured Denim Coverings, $7.50 Oriental Tapestry Coverings, 10.00 Best Corduroy Coverings, $12.50 A special Couch with corduroy covering, good spiral springs, soft edge and sloping head, fringed all arcund. $6.00. Formerly $7.50. Third floor. * = SF Dock to 12, $2.68. Refrigerators. Belding’s “New Perfection” and Read's “Odorless” we believe to be two of the best refrigerators on ity, a. well made, dark bne teed to Siz Value $4.00. nits, beautifully Brown Crash braided. well 2 Se ey bg aa made, shrunk before making. Sizes 24 to 12. the market today. They are both Value $3.50. scientific food preservers, hygienic, —— economical in ice and labor saving. We are still showing a choice line of Boys’ They were made to do the best work and stand the wear and tear of time —and not cheaply constructed to sell at a low price. Belding’s Refrigerators, $7.50 to $25.00 each. Belding’s Ice Chests, $4.50 to $10.75 each. “Odorless” Refrigerators, $13.50 to $35.00 each. With these we are showing Gro- cery Ice Boxes and Chests in the best styles and sizes—every one of which is guaranteed. Water Coolers And Filters. A complete stock of all the best kinds and sizes. Especially good values are: Good Japanned Water Covert Cloth Reefers and Top Coats. Top Coats, sizes 3 to 11. $4.50. Value $5.75. Reefers, sizes 3 to 8. $4.00. Value $5.75. Third floor. Trunks and Traveling Goods. This department contains every- thing that is new and desirable in Traveling Goods, everything that is necessary for a long journey or a short trip. The goods have been se- lected with unusual care and are made in the best. possible manner, with all the new and latest devices and equipments. Genuine Cowhide Suit Cases, inside nd outside Choice of ali rize $3.95. Heavy Canvas Telescope with heavy straps, heavy riveted handles, double corners—tan and dark gray. Irlsh Unen lining, straps, best brass locks, ete. Value $5.00. Coolers, with galvanized fron Uuing, double walls, theroughly packed. each. 95¢. Water Coolers, extra packed with charcoal. $1.95 each. Natural Stone Water Filters: best water purifier on the mar 35c. each. quality, porcelain lined, Canvas-covered Dress Trunks, with deep tray, sheet-lron bottom, good brass lock, hard-wood slats—a good, serviceable trunk. $1.95 each. mneeded to be the ——-—— $2.95 each. Canvas-covered Dress Trunks, extra strong box. Fourth floor. with deep tray. heavy brass lock, strong lock bolts, solid ash slats, sheet-iron bottom, heavily bound Moth with malleable iron. : Preventives. Our stock of Manahan’s Famous Tarine Moth Paper, Moth Proof Bags, Odorless Moth Bags, Moth Sheets, etc., is now complete. Hun- dreds of our customers know that they are the best and do keep the moths from injuring the winter clothing. Thoroughly cleanse and air woolens before putting them away in Manahan’s paper and no moths will injure them. * Canvas-covered Dress Trunks, strong box, bound with leather, heavy brass corner clamps, 2 straps, good brass lock and lock bolts, best 12-inch strap hinges, hard-wood slats, sheet-iron bottom. s $5.50 each. Heavy Canvas-covered Dress Trunks, strong box, deep tray, best 12-Inch strap hinges, hard-wood slats, heavy malleable fron clamps and lock bolts, sheet-iron bottom—made of carefully selected stock, and an exceptionally good value, $3.95 each. Heavy Canvas-covered Dress Trunks, extra strong box, 2 trays, cloth lined throughout, riveted with washers, best 12-inch strap hinges, rolling tray, | Manahan’s &x7 Sheets, per 100..........,. 25C: -xcelsior lock, heavy malleable fron corner clamps, 60c. heavy hard-wood slats, sheet-iron bottom—a trunk | Manahan's 40x48 Sheets, per dozen....... ° made eclally for tra ind rough usage. aoe oe eee Manahan‘s Moth-proof Bags, small, each., 40C- $7.95 each. Trunks marked free. Strap with each trunk. Fourth floor. Manuban's Moth-proof Bags, medium, ea. Manahan’s Moth-proof Bags, large, each Detroit Odorless Moth Bags, each......., 40C- Other moth preventives at little prices. Fifta floor. New Wire Skirtholders. Every woman should examine our new Wire Skirt Hanger. Fits all sizes of skirts and hangs them easily without seam or wrinkle and without leaving any mark. No spring or ad- justment, and can easily be placed in position or taken out. Very sim- ple, but works perfectly. 1§c. each;-2 for 25c. Rugs for Spring And Summer Use. Our stock of Rugs for spring and summer use is exceptionally choice and well assorted and comprises the best makes of Oriental Rugs. Wool Smyrna Rugs. Jute Smyrna Rugs. Japanese Rugs. ; Wilton Velvet Rugs. . Ingrain Art Squares— All of which we are selling at prices that cannot be duplicated. We quote a lot of Bromley Smyrna Rugs, an | "it Sor. = ete inches, $1.85 each. Janke es Tablets 36x72 inches, $2.50 each. Make a dainty, healthful food for breakfast or a delicious dessert. No corn starch, no eggs, no boiling, no baking. One tablet and a quart of milk make a pudding. Simple, in- expensive. Demonstration in House- furnishing Department, fifth floor, Speciai Prices on Turkish Rugs. , A lot of Carabak “Rugs that_sold from $7.00 to $10.00. - Reduted to $6.50 each, ‘Third Soor. Woodward & Lothrop, _ BROS. 3 MAYER So. 937-939 F Street. 3 Celebrate the Victory} peverrbedy get a fag and join tn the general iubbling over enthusiasm that prevails. Here's an insignificant price list: Flags for. Flags for... Flags for... Flags for... Flags for... Flags for... Army and Navy Belts—the latest pattern — made o! metal button: Red, White and: Blue Belts, army and navy buckl 25c. 25c. Under the Fire of Policy== We cut prices. Stock must be held within bounds. It’s crowding in.at an overwhelm- ing rate. This warm weather is going to add a new inpetus to millinery selling. We're after the lion’s share. Must Lone ool ollolelyloleeeleleeiey % have it. We've given instruc- $ tions to cut prices—to undersell $ everybody—and here’s how $ we've been obeyed: $ $1.50 White Split Braid Ka Sailors, lat- ¢ est blocks, s men’s _ hat- ter’s finish. Reduced to 99c, seseege . et 3 oll-ed inf Braid Short- + Mince einen nadeced 10. DOC. £ An assorted lot ce Hats in BA cy shapes that were $ F100 and $150reduced to40C, vhite and Colored Duel ee es 49c. = ¢ A Wonderful = £ Once a year we cut the prices @ on our best Hats—the original ideas sent to’us by our Paris representative. Here they are: $25 & $15 Trimmed Hats.$9.98 ¢ $7.50&$10 Trimmed Hats.$5.98 $5 Trimmed Flats. ...... .$3.98 ‘Hat Frimmings. all Segeatonten 4 Sots those 15-cent French Rosy Bouquets... 8c. An fererea lot of Roses, Dalsic were 25 50-c4 Roses, Blrfettes, & and Violets that cents—to go for. 5c. Foliage, I ? put in me D 5c, Silk Waists. A big special purchase that'l save you about 331-3 per cen’ on your Silk~Waist. Plain and Plaid Jap. Silks Waletay with calté of caine and $2.98 linen ccliars. Mayer Bros. & Co., : 937-939 F Street. $ errr oeletotreteleeedovieties Hats Hats For the Horse Show. MRS. M. J. HUNT, 1309 F ST. N.W., Has just received, by late steamer, a case of FRENCH BONNETS AND HATS, Which are ezpeciatly adapted for Carriage and Street Wear, and for this week at the Horse Show. Inspection invited. ‘If you’ve tgvot an idea of buying some Straw Matting this spring— veer jot at Trimmed Hat + 1 t * Sreseagesteegendeenteegeegeeteats 4 we hope you'll look around well first. Get everybody’s prices—see everybody’s values—and let your purchase go to the store that makes the best offering. Do that and we’re sure to get your trade. More kinds — best qualities’ and lowest prices in town, If you ask us we'll recommend the Wiscon- sin Peerless Refrigerator and the Whitney Baby Carriage—because they will give you the most pee ae for your money. ~*~ Hoeke, | Furnitureg Catpets, Draperies, Penn. ave. and 8th st. it “Star? Ham? woe vatree Haff UatateT a i f me Hams and Bacon made ae ny a Armour Products a eng RE, WORD STAPLES, tae pea dan up in one-pound tins, Nothing only by THE EVENING STAR, TUESDAY, MAY 3, 1898-12 PAGES, AFFAIRS IN ALEXANDRIA Bids Opened for Constructing the County Buildings. Columbia Fire Company Receives Invitation—The Military Co: ny —Enlistments From the Band. Evening Star Bureau, 629 King street. Bell telephone 106. ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 3, 1898. Within a short while the court house and Jail of Alexandria county, which have been located in this city for a number of years, will be transferred to a point on Fort Myer Heights. This matter bas been frequently discussed by the country authorities, and a few weeks ago they advertised for bids for the construction of the necessary build- ings, according to plans which had been selected by the board of supervisors. These bids were opened yesterday afternoon. The bid of J. H. Hobson of Alexandria county to do the work for $18,374, being the low- est, was accepted, and he was directed to give the necessary bond. The other bids were: J. H. Mcintyre, $22,177; F. A. Blun- don, $21,900; Ruff & Evans, $22,000; Mason & Harper, $21,000; G_H. Lowrey Baldwin & Peake, $23,775 480; D. M. Weeks, $26,6: $20,284, and August Getts Organ Recital. : Miss Catherine Stuart gave an organ re- cital at Christ Church last night. There was a large attendance, and the musical program was much enjoyed. Miss Stuart is the directress of Christ Church choir, and is a vocalist of great ability. Mrs. Charles G. Lennon, who ts the organist at Christ Church, rendered several selections in a very excellent manner. The soprano solos of Miss Blanche Rotchford were espe- cially good. = Faneral of Chas. Greenwood. The funeral of the late Charles Green- wood, who died at his home on Patrick street yesterday morning, will take place tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock. R. E. Lee Camp, C. V., will attend the funeral in a body. Recéives an Invitation. The Columbia Fire Engine Company has received an invitation to attend the an- nu: convention of the Maryland State Firemen’s Association, which will be held at Salisbury, Md., June 8, 9 and 10. It is believed it will be accepted. The Column- bia Company has been attending these Maryland conventions for the past five years, and at each convention it has wen the first prize in the water throwing ccn- test. Today it holds the world’s record for time, having thrown water 150 feet in five minutes and six seconds from the time fire was started under the boiler. sition to the Columbia Comp: taking its engine out of town, but it is belleved this will be easi- The fire department of Alex- andria is purely a volunteer one, and it is thought the company should be allowed this pleasure once a year at least. Third Regiment Field Band. At a mecting of the 3d Regiment Vir- ginia Volunteer Field Band the following members volunteered their services to the United States, and are prepared to leave for Richmond whenever they may be call- ed upon so to do: W. E. D. Kraus, sergeant majer; C. F. Adam, stina Briscoe, Philip B. Briscoe, L. A. Cook, W. J. Carroll, A. D. Deeton, L. B. Gerdon, V Cc. R. Humphries, W. lett, M. K. Hammill, B. cas, E. P. Matter, A. W H. Swain, |. T. Lu- Melchior, D. E. Simmons, F. W. Walker and W. The regular weekly meeting of the Alex- andria Light Infantry last night was large- ly attended. Capt. Bryan put the men through the manual of arms and foot movements for about an hour. The non-commissioned officers took charge of the recruits, and they were taught the first rules that govern a sol When the order comes for the company to move they will be prepared for it. Police Court. Mayor Simpson disposed of the follow- ing cases in the police court this morning: Wm. Washington, charged with disorderly eenduct, was fined $ Wm. Ford, charged with asaulting Allen Giles, was fined $5; Albert Richards and Elizabeth Lewis, charged with disorderly conduct, were fined $2.50 each; Florence Knig! charged with disorderly conduct, was George Jones, ie charged with using vulgar and abusive language, was fined 2.50. Brevities, No business of importance was trans- acied at the meeting of the Business Men’s League last night. Delegations from the three lodges of the Junior Order U. A. M. of this city paid a fraternal visit to Excelsior Council of Falls Church last_night. The Owl Club will give a full dress ball and cake walk at Odd Fellows’ Hall to- morrow night. a ARBITRAMENT OF THE SWORD. The Advancement of Civilization Has Not Amended the Process. From the London Chronicle. So once more the world is face to face with a war between two Christian nations, All the advances of civilization, all the les- ecns from the horrors and failures of past wars, all the teaching of ministers of re- ligion, all the efforts of peace societies, all the dread inspired by the colossal destruc- tive powers of modern armies and navies, are together urable to prevent the old ar- bitrament of the sword. The song cf Tubal Cain still echoes round the world today—it is sword and spear, spear and sword, and a health to the man who can wield them well, for he shall be king and lord. Two reflections arise naturally in the mind. First, it is a lesson to ourselves not to build too much upon the inherent improb- ability of so dreadful a thing as war. All men hate it, and often those who have to make it, like General Grant, hate it most. We are a peaceful nation, and war is es- pecially repugnant to us. Yet here is proof before us that a day may bring forth war as of old, only differing from old war be- cause it will be more terrible, fought in bitterer passion and with more potent en- gines. One thing alone beyond a care to give no needless offense and enter upon no unworthy quarrel can secure us—the pos- session of strergth sufficient to deter those who would attack us if they could. To fear God and keep one’s powder dry 1s the national obligation now as in Cromwell's ys. The second refiection is directly concern- ed with the present struggle. The joint res- olution of Congress emphasizes the fact that one of the two combatants strikes for an idea. The United States government ex- pressly disclaims any. disposition or inten- tion to seek territorial or other advantage in Cuba. There are ican commercial interests to be safeguarded, of course, but the first war loan would cover these ave eral times over. America {s prepared to e lives of her citizens, to expend huge sums of money, to impose new taxes, to incur all the thousand inevitable and in- ble uarity® ant 4 924, 926, 928 7th, running through to 704-706 K st. 924, 926, 928 7th, running through to 704-7060 K st. Ke onbplge “The Dependable Store.” Less forthe washstuffs: With the most splendid stock of Wash Goods in the city to choose from—with the best variety—and the best qualitics—- there’s no wonder in the fact that we enjoy such a substantial trade in these dainty summer stuffs. Regular patrons will tell you that no other store uch little prices as we do here for quali- ties of equal worth. Tomorrow —you can buy to especial good ad- vantage. COLORED PIQUES. Tomorrow we will’ give you the solid- colored piques, in white, light Live, cadet blue and — pink—of good, worthfal que! ity—and sold usually :1214c. inn ORGANDIE 20-inch plain ts ed organdios, in pink, Mt nd ae o/c, hich we ge “a yard usual for much — more—a We will let go ton yard for only . row for NAINSOOKS. : WHITE DUCK. Nalueook of fac, soft” “ut Of Enstieh Tomorrow we will offer 30 pieces of ORGANDI INDIA LINON. 40 pieces of sheer quality English India n ton: Plain white orgond films and AS8c. | = = = 9 o We'll tempt you tomorrow —with three very special skirt values—that ought to biing you in : closer touch with our suit and skirt department-—instantly make you a convert to our quality-standard. é 98cents| $1.5 $2.50 for the choice of a lot —for choice of a lot of 10 for the choice lot of oa ae ; plain and 2 striped crash skirts, ck Sie! skirts ve hems; all well style designs, black Sicitian ehirte; properly shrunk- ned and velvet bound. the silk finish with that proper” width- and Inte Ha skirts be brilliant I porcaline to sell for a great d ed, volvet bound and mew e—but offered at this rey ae chap ot 2 price to open Uke season sex Acas : with a rush. Tomorrow . $2.50, You may buy for the boys —at a special saving—mothers—you always save when you buy here—but tomorrow more than usual. How much better we are doing for you in boys’ clothing than others is becoming more ap- parent every day. The price markings show it plainly. Fs hh hh 8h he BOYS’ y PRIS 1! STRAW HATS— WASH SUITS— A lot of 50 dozen A splendid essortment of Roys’ fine washable Gala blouses, Int tea cloth blouse waits, trim med with 1 and self material—in nobby boys’ yacht and sailor straw hats, choice of pure white, ° and mi straws, town at light and SS ss ss Ss ss ss sso Sess Ss Ss ki Ss ss eee The differenceinlinin ¢ prices There’s a difference of 20 per cent between our lining prices and others—-we ask less, and we don’t have to lower the standard of quality to accomplish it, either. We're satisfied with less profit —selling for less has brought us this big trade. Silesia, 434c. yd. Dressmakers’ Cambric, Sootogon HY Ps Sa Ss sii a Ses i ss Dressmakers’ € Bother special valu for only 2yc. Haircloth, 174. yd. F #uc. Percasilk, in all the hades and Luck, which sells at 20c. a yard where, will be offered tomorrow for Waist Lining, 74c. yd. Black back figured waist lining avy alll Canvas, 12¥4c. yd. wedondeasraseesetongonteadoecoetontentenengondontoetonsenseogengonten & 70C. sement; ¢ We will have a “sc. and 10-cent sale” in the Housefurnish- % ings department tomorrow that for values offered shows no equal & - in the history of retail selling in this city. We are determined to ¢ ¢ é $ make things lively in this basement department of ours—and con- vince you for all that time that we can undcrsell every other store $ in this city in household articles. for 12 be be fe fen ‘u alf-gatlon + Stents 72 10 cents ‘fat atest te pa pitchers, ce for blue C ee Sek WO cents Site" | 10 cents Sees err for heaviest nll - for Ri . ee) . : Scents sr dyeyest gute Scents srs ay rates ES bandks. 10 cents beautifal imitation t glass sugar and but- iehes. 10 cents aig me gray enamel Scents tt itineh gray enamel Cook spoons. for seamless gray enam- Scents S'tnine’cte’ 10 cents for fall quart size wine Summer needs in window shades-- —can be supplied at a saving bere in our upholstery department tomorrow. 2 lots © on sale at very low prices—and when lly for 12 dozen best qual- 10 cents ity cedar clothes pins. for four-quart waterin, 10 cen pots—detachable spouts.” for 9x12 inches cak- 10 cents fine winot for regular i0c. roll of Scents t. large elze, best quality perforated toilet Paper. Corsets, 48c. corsets, which are made by the well- known “American Lady" corset makers, and sold regularly at 7Bc., will be offered Ladies’ pure silk ribbed vetts, in black, offered A lot of 50 dozen ladies’ white summer as a special value tomorrow at 48 cents. 3 bargains in ladies’ vests. ‘You can pick up some ununnal bargains in ladies’ vests tomorrow—we have put the prices down temptingly low. Lot of Indies’ swiss ribbed vents, with taped neck and slecves—the regular 12%¢. quality—will or each for 25¢c. shades, 18c. A lot window shades—26x72 inches; made of sun-fast opaque cloth, mounted on strong spring rollers, in the choice colors; worth 25e., for 18c. each. tomorrow at 3 for 25e., 9 cents. Another lot of ladies’ ribbed lisle thread vests will as a special value tomorrow 25 cents, Howey 75¢. shades, 50c. A lot of shades, 36x72 inches; made of extra heavy opseque cloth and mounted on strong spring rollers, with lace in- serting and fringe; worth T5c., for Soc. each. Shades made to order. offered tion. With averted gaze Spain has allowed her colonies to welter in “tod = goes = here among peop! ing pereit While she has watched the ban- DOES NOT HANDLE LIQUORS. reporter today that his visit was not made for the pur- Pose of ascertaining whether he would be debarred from bidding chosen the United States to be its ‘We know that some Ameri icanms are — here ities calls for liquors and é