The Washington Bee Newspaper, March 19, 1887, Page 3

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W- ist, corner 16th and M and Pennsyl- store 13th and a House, 348 Pennsylvania Ave. SATURDAY, Max, 19, 1887. Locals. Subscribe for the BEE, Twenty cents per month. It will contain all the news. For sule by all newsdealers in the city Our subscribers would confer a favor by leaving the amount of their subscrip- tions at their houses for the collector, and thus save annoyance alike to patron and ollector. NOTICE Agents are notallowed to collect money due for advertisement unless they can produce an authenicated receipt with the editor’s name attached thereto. Money paid under any other circumstances, is done atthe risk of advertisers. Agents ean solicit advertisements, but are not allowed to collect the same without au- hority. — W. Calvin Chase, editor <<. The committee on arrangements for the Emancipation celebration will meet monday evening at the Bee office and the Financial commit- tee will meet Wednesday. REMOVED-—I have removed tothe s. w. corner of 7thaud Ls's., n. w. Prof Eibner leader E'b- ner’s Orchestra. Office 937 Pa. Ave., n. w, Ellis’ music store. Music for receptions, balls ete. March 19, 4t. Mr. W. H. Ilart was discharg- ed from his position at the capitol and will becomea member of the new firm of young colored Law- yers that will be started bere in June next. At the Philomathian Literary Society next Tnursday, Mr. John H. Lawson, will read a paper on “Humau Selection”—Its applica- tion to marriages. Thursday Mach 3ist, Hon. Suvlomon G. Brown, the colored scientiet and Poet Lauerate will read a paper on “Our present State of knowl- edge.” The Law department of How-~ ard University has unanimously elected Mr. J. H. Lawson as i's President. The class began with brilliant hopes and large numbers but has dwindled down to the faithful few, It isa well settled fact'that the young men can’t keep up social relations and study law at the same time. eh sees THE PHILOMATHIAN. MISS EMMA F. MERRITT READS. There was au appreciative gather- ing at the Philomathian Literary So- ciety ou last Thursday evening to listen to a paper by atiss E. F. mer- ritt one of the most brilliant young lady teachers in the Public Schools. Her subject, was which ex- ercises the greater influence on the human mind books or company. The lady’s paper was full of logic and common sense. As a writer she surpasses many who have made public reading and writing a pro- fessiou and it is regretted that Space will not allow a few extracts from her excellent paper, which was commended by all who heard it. It was discussed by Messrs. Batts, maxfield, Smith and others. Next Thursday evening ur. Jobn H. Lawson will read a paper. BERGEN STAR CONCERT At Asbury church, cor. K & llth St, n.w., Monday evening (Easter Artists: Miss Adelaide G. Smith, Roston Prima Donna Soprano “without exception the most cult- ured artist York Enterprise; Miss Flora Bats son, Providence R. L, “the queen of Ballad Singers!” Monday) April 11th of the 1ace—New Her marva- ous success can only be likened to that of the “Black Swan.”— New Yok Freeman. Chesnut, of popular Tenor, “He renders his selections with telling effect.” — Mr. Thomas Philadelphia, the Philsdelphia Sentinel. Mr. Wm. IL. Poweli, of Philidelphia, the celebrated Baritune and ‘King of Humorist.” Besides having a avery excellent Baritone voice, he is a Humorist of no mean de~ gree. Again and again wa3 he recalled tu the foot!ights, and by his humorous songs and witty sayings, kept the audience in a constant of laughter. —Harrisburg Daily Call. Mme. Adele Mont gomery. New York, accompanist, “For years without a rival, she yet remains queen of keys-—Phil- adelphia Sunday Mercury. Tick~ ets 50 Cents, Doors open at 7, Concert exactly at 8. One hundred dollars in gold, in Prizes of $50, $10, $10, $10, $10, $10 will be presented on the eveuing of the concert in the pres- ence ot the audience to the six persons who sell the largest num~ ber of tickets Circulars and tickets can be had of the manager at Asbury church Sunday even- ing March 20th, and at any time at Mr. Samuel Tyler, 1010 4th st.n w. The largest hallsin New York, Philadelp!ia, Chicago and Sc. Louis have failed to hold the multitudes attending these con- certs. The average sale of tickets for 26 concerts in these four cities run over 3000 per entertainment and 50 concerts cleared to churches aod sc cieties $16,046.24, average $320.62. This unparallel- ed success is largely due to the fact that only genuine Star Talent is employed; “the brightest stars from eight millions of music lov ing people.” The opportunity of a life time! Will you be there? ae ee FIRST COLORED REGISTER- ED PLUMMER. Some time ago Mr. Mansor Robinson, formerly of the Govern- ment Printing office, made appli- cation to the District for license as a registered plummer; Le filled the necess: ry bond and was vouch- ed for by c mpetent plummers as being fuiiy capable ot performing the work of his trade. Some how another it was ascertained that he was colored and a fight was in- stigated against him by white plummers which caused his appli- cation to be denied. Mr. Robin~ son would not be downed, so he continued his fight and succeeded in cbtaining his license as a registered plummer. This is the first and only colored man that is a registered plummer and it is hoped that the citizens of the district will encourage him by doing all in their power wake him a success. Mr. Robinson has his place of business at 1509 M st., n. w, where he is preposed to re~ pair sinks, wrter closets, bath tubs and any thing in bis live of busi-~ ness. =e MORE DOCTORS. 18TH ANNUAL COMMENCEMENT EX ERCISES OF HOWARD UNIVERSI- TY MEDICAL SCHOOL. A CLASSIC AND DISTINGUISHED AUDIENCE PRESENT. The 18th annual commencement of the Medical Department of How- ard University took place in the Congregat'onal church Wednesday evening. The audience was com- posed of some ot the most classic and distinguished colored and white citizens. Although it rained it had no effect on the admirers of those who received the degrees of doctors of medicine &c. A_ little before 8 o’clock the Murine Band, under the leadership of Prof. John P. Sousa, rendered an overture and a aselection from the‘‘Mika- do,” during which time the faculty entered, headed by Dr. W. W. Patton, took their places upon the platform, the graduates marching to their positions at the same time. Dr. Patton then invoked the Divine blessing. D. T. B. Hood, Dean of the Fac- ulty, delivered the address to the graduating class. His address wasa history of the institution and sound advice to the graduates. The degrees were then conferred as follows: Graduates in Medicine—Richard L. Barrington, Ill.; Alfred B. C. Clement A. M., N. Y.; John D. Crum, Jr., S. C.; Jabez H. Dixon, Barbadoes, W. L; Richard L. Gains, A. B., D. C3 William H. Heron, D. C.; Fred L. Johnson. A. B., Me.; William H. Johnson, 8S. C.; William H. Jones, Md.; Thom- as B. Kramer, Md.; Minnie OC. T. Love, Wis.; Francis F. McClellen, Tenn. ; Samuel G. Mickey, S. C.; John R. Neely, Ill.; Constantine Perez, Ala.; Willis H. Purman, A. B., Pa., Daiman J. Shopoff, Balga- ria; William T. Smith, S. C.; George N. Stoney, S. C.; Alfred L. Wykham, Md.; Graduates in Dentistry—Charles V. Barrington, Ill.; Benjamin F. Darling, M.D. Ia.; Jefferson H. Jobnston,D. C.; T. Ellsworrh Lee, N. Y.; Franz A. M. Reinhard, Ger- many; Murdock C. Smith, Mass. Graduates in Puarmacy-—Jobno D. Crum, Jr., 8. C.; Frank T. Hy- man, * N. C.; John B. Hyman, * N. C., Henry H. Kelley, D. C.; Henry Lewis, *D.C.; Mary Ellen Morri- son, M.D., Mo, The valedictory addresses were delivered by Alfred L. Wykham, M. D., for the class in medicine; Murdock C. Smith, D.D. S., for the class in dentistry, and Mary Ellen Morrison, M. D., Phar. D., for the class in pharmacy. nh oe a oe PERSONALS. Thomas I. Bradley formerly of the War Depariment but now Captain of the 21st Infantry W, P. Army left the city with his wife Wednesday. Rev. E. W. Williams of Abbe- ville S. C, arrived in the citv from an extensive eastern trip Saturday and left tor his work in the South Tuesday morning. He was accom- panied by Miss [da R. Chase, his sister in-law, who has gone ona visit to her sister at Abbeville, 8. C. Rev. W. J. Simmons, editor of the Louisville Baptist, President of the Baptist State University, President of the National Colored Press Association, was in the city Tuesday on business concerning his new book entitled the History of Eminent Colored Men. He dined with Mr. and Mrs. Chuse the edi- tor of tle Bez Wednesday and lett Thursday afternoon for his home. Hon, B. K, Bruceand wife will arrive in the city on or about May 15th. Ex Recorder of Deeds Fred- erick Douglass and wite will be home in May. Miss Lottie Harvey, of Phila- delphia and sister to Mrs. W. LH. | Wilson was called home sudden- ly last week on account ot illness in the family. Miss Harvey won a ost of friends while in the city. Mr. W. H. Black, who has been ¢onfived to his room is out again, Mrs. W. J. Mayes has some- | what improved. Mr. C. F Marray is out again looking well. Miss Florence M. Williams is one of the most amiable young ladies in the Recorder of Deeds Office. Mr. J. L. Johnson, after a brief stay in New York has returned to the city. Mr. C. HL. J. Taylor, who is said to be appointed minister to Liberia, will arrive in the city next week. Misa Eliza Upshur has_ gone to Atlantic City, N. J. on business, Mr J.G@ Bergen of the celebrat- ed Star Voucert Co., is in the city and will give oneof his famous entertaininents at Asbury church Monday even ng March 11th, Major W.C. Cox, has been added to the business staff of the Bee and any favors shown him will be ap- preciated by the editor. He is au- thorized to solicit, news, advertise- ments, subscriptions &c., for the paper. ur. J. T. C. called at the office of the Bee and ordered 225 wedding invitations. ur. D. F. Batts formerly of the United States capitol will leave for his home in Petersburg, Va., next week. —_- QUEEN CITY NOTES. Cumberland, Md., Mareh 13. Mr. and Mrs, R.F. Williams are doing well. On last Friday night the mem- bers of the Freewill Working club gave a concert at the mcKendrey m. E, church, Rev. W. O. cooper the city. by that blandsike and pretty Mr. Geo. T. Downing is still in It was a mistake last week pastor. The program was excel- lent. Rev. Cooper preached his fare- well sermon, to a big congregation last Sabbath. mrs. Liggens on be- half of the church club presented him a big sum of money and the citizens presented him with a purse of $41.50 Messrs. J. Cattlett and James Hawkins, two well known young men gave a delightful tea party at the residence of mrs. Page on mon- day evening in honor of miss W. D. Sidney. She is a teacher at Patter son’s Creek, W. Va. Among the invited guests were, misses I. u, and minnie Coleman, mr. and mrs. R, F. Williams, 4. Washington, W.4H. Christin. and others. NOW OR NEVER. You will regret it if you do not take advantage of the final course in German now being given by Prof. Adams at Lincoln Memorial church cor. 11th and B sts., n. w. Come in next week, no change will be made for lessons already given although they will be made up. Don’t stay away fearing you cannot keep up with the class. There will be no tronble about that as special attention will be given you, Rates greatly reduced and may be paid to suit your convenience. A rare chance to learn a great deal in ashort time and for little money. Visit class Monday, Wednesday, or Friday at 4:30 or 6:30. — <>. THE EXCELSIOR ORIOLE. A BEE SCRIBE BESEIZED BY A HOST OF PRETTY FACES. HE TAKES A CHANCE FROM ALL WHO ASKS HIM WHICH HEFOUND TO BE THE EASIEST WAY OUT OF THE DIFFI- CULITY. A Bux scribe made his second visit to the Junior Excelsior Oriole this week as his last reception was ot such a hospital character he concluded to make a second visit. President Stewart was on hand as usual with his young juveniles who looked like a swam of bees in a china shop. ‘Ihe attractions are the pretty faces of amiable aud fascinating young ladies, the fine appearance of the hall with its beautifnl donations and nicely arranged booths, Of course as soon the BEE scribe was recogniz- ed then came forth several duzen pretty little butter cups asking for votes. Give me a vote please, certainly said the scribe, give me the money. Ab! suid the scribe, look tor me next week. This was kept up during the whole eveuin, & the solicitors found that the Bex scribe was so hberal in promising that he was relieved from further asking to give votes. Onturning to his jett he saw his matual and pretty friend Miss Jennie Dowling at the contectivuary table wnom he. approacbed aud chatted with, reviewing the past and palmy days, when herself, Mrs. Morrison, better known to the scribe and herself as Eliza. The scribe failed to recall the condition of Eliza’s white dress when she went on a fishing picnic one bright summer morning, how nicely starched it was and how limber it got after plowing through the weeds to get to the fishiug pond near ihe “Litile ‘alls.” Miss Jennie is a most pleasant lady aud can,al vays be recognized before you get to her when the scribe said that she was at the China table, us also in the case of the fascinatiug Miss Katie C. Lewis, she is at the China table. Miss Dowling has vssociat- ed with ber Misses Clara Rayland, and Lizzie Piper, possessing us much simplicity aud amiability as herself, The scribes ~ attention was afterwards directed to Booth No. 1, where ne found Mesdames B. Richardson, Fred. Moore, Miss s Lau:a Fisher, Hattie Contee, R Hudnell, Bertie Nugent, Maud Smith, Susie and Hellen Johnsos, Nanie Biown, A. Ringgold, A. Savoy, P. Syphax. Booth No. 4, was in charge of Mesdames Kate Thomas, M. A. Mason. J. W Deas, Misses Maggie Murray and Mary Parker. Booth, No. 5, was presided over by Misses E C Johvson, F. and H. Moten, M. Contee, J. Smith, 8. A. Garrett, E. Parker, Mollie Goins and Trice Brown. No. 6, Misses J. Garrison, M. Doster, M. Dabuey, Mary Contee, M. Jones and Mre. Garrix son. No. 8, Misses C. Gray, A. Jones, M. Syphax, E. Ingraham, 8. Smith, C. Herbert and Mrs. W. D. Montague. No. 9, Misses Ella Johnson, E. Merritt and Bula Jackson. No. 10, Misses E Welsh, K. Walker, Cara Thomas, Mamie Williams, Daisy Coleman, B.J. and M. Johnson. At all of these Booths these ladies are dressed in appropriate vosiumes. If President Stewart had imported the la:iies he could not have made a better selection. Tke hall is crowded every evening and those whofuil to attend are missing a social treat as well as the company of some of the finest young ladies in the Washington siciety. The Bee scribe having done all the harm he could con~ gratulated the managers and bid adieu to little Frank Gray whom he promised five votes which were accepted with thanks. The Oriole wiil continue all next week. GENERAL ITEMS. The District Commissioners told the md., farmers, who were repre- sented by a large. delegation on Thursday the 10th inst., that if they did not like the conduct of the hay- scales commisioners, they would have to take their hay elsewhere. The left arm of little Thomas Brown, son Mrs. Rosa Brown, 479 Cst., 8. W. Which was broken Mareh the 2nd by the B. and Pp. R. R. 8 p, m. train from New York, was taken off at the Providence Hos- pital and he is rapidly improving. The property of Mrs. E, Flood, as reported in the last issue, was not sold to Pp. A. Darneille, buat to Hon. J. H, Smith and, Co., real- estate brokers. mr. ©. Taylor, a scientific lectar- er upon Biblical, and other topics, is in the city from the South, aud is proposing a lecture upon the condition of the people in that see- tion, From all portions of the country, is received weekly intelligence con- cerning the division of the vote of the colored American citizens be- tween the two great political par- ties. The Rappahannock Academy Caroline Co. Va., where Miss Lena Gantson is teacher, will close its annual school session the last of April. Dr. Laws of this City, has been invited, and is expected to deliver the address. The New York Sun, tells the fol- lowing story as a difference be- tween ex-Senator B. K. Bruce, of Mississippi and ex-Governor, B. P. S. Pinchback of La.: ‘Ex-Senator Bruce is lecturing with fair success, and is engaged in some literary work touching ou colored people. Ex-Governor Pinchback comes on from New Orleans to New York, two or three times a year. Pinch- back differs from Bruce in two re spects. Pinchback never associates with colored people; Bruce does. Then again, Pinchback is a sport- ing man, Bruce is not. Pinchback attends all the greaé cireuit races, with a well loaded pocket book, is a shrewd buyer of pools, and his tips are eagerly sought. Bruce is of a literary turn, and believes that through literature the colored peo- ple will be able to make their way to social recognition. > THE HIGH SCHOOL CONCERT. MISS COLLINS AS PENELOPE APPLAUD- ED. A BEE SChIBE ENJOYS HIMSELF The musical and dramatic enter- tainment given by the pupils of the High School at the Metropolitan church last Friday evening is deserving of more than a passing notice. It surpassed the most Sanguine expectations of those having it in charge and gave full and complete satisfaction to the 1,500 present, who evinced their hearty approvai by round after round of applause. This entertain- ment differed in many particulars trom the average school concert. The programme was not too loug, ‘just long enough.” There were no breaks nor awkward pauses. There was no confusion in going on and off the stage. Every thing was done with a precision that gave evideuce of the cl sest attention to the smallest detail. The parts were evenly balanced and the flow aud ebb ot the volum- of sound gave a wonderful, undu- lating uuder-current to the har mony. The soft pianis-imo effect was almost indescribable and it is not exaggeration in saying that it was not alike the esho of distant music borne towards the hearer by geule sn:nmer z-phyrs. Mr. Henry Lewis, who sang *Tuou art dreaming,” bas a beau- tiful tenor voice of pure flutel ke quality. If Mr. Lewis w ll diligent- ly apply himself to the study ot music he may one day take rank with the leading tenors of the coun- try. The cornet solo ‘coming through he rye,” with variations, by Mr, Haunton Wormly, was a gem. Mr. W. has greatly improved since his last appearence. The event of the evening was the charming opperetta ‘Peue- lope” with Miss Jennie Collins in the title role. Taken as a whole oi saseneam Miss Collin’s ‘“‘Penelope” was the bast, the Bee seribe has ever seen. Her lines were well rea, her sing- ing pure, sweet and simple and her acting the very poetry of mo- tion She entered fully into the character and made it her own from he: first entrance until the close of the operetta her individu- ality was lost in that of the ehar- acter she portrayed. This is true art and the aim of all great artists whether on the lyric or dramatic stage. Miss Collins is to be congratulated in that she posess- es the happy faculty of merging her identity into that of the char- acter she represents. Hers was al- most the perfection of péi formance, casting an irresistable charm around the simplest . materials. Miss Dickerson as Mrs. Croaker was a fair specimen of the disagre- able mistress. Her ‘singing of “I dreampt that I dwelt ete., was a pleasant surprise. In the duette between Mrs. Croaker and Pene- lope Miss Dickerson did some fine acting; she was quite nervous at times but by a remarkable exer- cise of will-power, managed to re- tain her seli-possession throughout the performance. Mr.Grant Irving as Tosser was fully uptothe mark and was the only gentleman in the cast who did not indulge in the disagreable habit of mouthing the words. His utterances both in singmg and speaking were clear aud distinet. Mr, Beason as Pitcher and Mr. Jackson as Chalks were only fair. On the whole the parties engaged in the operetta have reasons to feel proud, for it was a splendid sue- Cess. A feature of the entertainment was the exhibition drill by a squad from the High School Cadets. They went through the various evolutions with a precision of which old veterans might feel envious. Their success is due to the careful training of Capt. Al- exander, and to major lleetwood, who kindly tendered the use of the cadets Armory for drill par- poses. Too much cauuot be said in praise of Miss Caddie E. Parke and Mr. R. a. Terrell for their un- tiring efforts to give to the people of Washington a musical and dra- matic entertainment of which they may jastly feel proud. We move that each be given a gold medal. MARVELOUS PRICES! BOOKS: MILLION Complete Novels and Other Works, by Famous Authors, Almost Given Away. The following books are published in neat pamphiet form, anc printed from type upon a great variety of subjects, aud we think the list without finding therein man: like to possess. Im cloth-bound forns th $1.00 each. Each book is complete if. 1. The Widow Bedott Papers. This is the book over which your granduothers laughed till they oried, and it is just as funny to-day as it ever was. i Recreations, a ‘an examine ie oF she would ks would cost den P 5 tions and Readings, « larce of schoo! exhibitions and public and The We 7. Red Court ‘Wood, author of * East Lyu 8. The Lady of the sa swendoline’s Dream. 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