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fHE BEE _ ——— PHORIZED AGENTS. <p WASHINGTON. 1s 3rd, E. ————— advertising farnisned OD appli ia ible advertisements will pot at any price, All remittances py draft, postal money order etter. Money forwarded at tbe sender's risk, In ly slated. ae e distin’tc, should be ad-dressed ALVIN CHASE, Washington D.C r N.W.. WASH.. D.C. ik THE BEL CAN BE HAD, powers, 318 3rd street, 6. M Steet, between 12th and vist corner 16th and M eal se, sa¥Pennsylvania Ave. SATURDAY, Jan. 26th, 1889 fLocals. XT-ROOMS, For Rent with or with- 11135 9 stn. w. at owrd, ou york done at the BEE speek. —_—— np case of DUPRE the band which g s when one is cooking, at a thick covering of ihing soda over the in- ured } then tie a cloth over it. tg vesspeedy Tehef. one Comm excilent way to clean old brass ordinary household amon- diluted and rub with a brush. will leave the metal clear and It should then be rinsed in r water and wiped dry. Mr. L. W. Pues will deliver be- fore the Bethel Literary and His- wrical society on next Tuesday evening paper for discussion. Subject The Southern problem.” We bespeak a thoughtfal paper avd lively and interesting dicus- sion. Phe citicers elected by the Ban- peker Relief Association Jan. 15th, were as follows: President, Aaron Russell; vice-president, W. D. »; treasurer, R. H. Na- nancial sec’y, J. Henry recording sec’y, J. Frank board of directors: Messrs Jerome A. Johuson , Wm. Mays, J. I. Pratt, Richd Shaw. Suurt bosoms never blister if starched on the right side, but if they are wrong side out when siarched they are apt to doso. Pour wixedstarch into boiling water, instead of pouring boiling water on the starch, im that way never using more starch than is pecssary, a8 tue simple starch and water cau be saved “Take the bull by the horns” is an old adz but you take Dr. Bul ugh Sytup by the teaspoon- ul. Atew drops for a child, One bottle will save the lives of a fami- it colds, bronchitis, | and safe. 25 cts. the teatment of rbeumausm, smatica, tic douloureux, via, Xe., the value of Salva- overestimated, Lt iwenty five cents A mia man On, Vermoat avenue H.W. Wrotea letter to B Fespectavle lady a few days ago #eKilig her to meet him st a place vesignated ina note, The lady will nc ubvt take steps to prose~ cule the je‘low tor writing such a | vu eto her. This man is | of several societies ‘lusu bro her in busiuess on tive. The end is wot yet, Vistactory exp anation is the imeuhing letter. of meeting was 11th CUstreetsn w. He isa mem- the church, _ ‘tshould be borpe im mind that 0 Much emphasis cannot be given ‘Othe fact that Laxador has no su- hMor as a family physic, For con- “ipalion, dyspepsia, sick headache ous of the blood and li wt 8 Lonpareil, Ouly 25 cents. ‘le hand that rocks the cradle, the baud that moves the earth. ' Bull's Baby Syrap is the best ‘or all complaints children Subject to, such as dysentery, atthoca, summer complaints, wind we ete. Price 25 cents. «, The Ladies Auxiliary of Chas. cae lust, W. R. GC. No, 8,! ae cae te a nice entertainment at af lustllation services at G. AR. ] lali, on Weducsday the »ut Which time the ful- | ~ w& vamed persons were in- oo, President, E. A, Fosk- Cae 5 Miss Mary Lioward, | theta Mi Jennie Jobneon, | at Me ); Miss Flora Cole, treas- | Mr Price sag roncis Frelingheeysen, | pwn; Mrs, Green, conductor; | ime ule Grady, guard; Miss tant guard; Mrs, Caroline Allen. The installation services were per- formed by L. W. West, Com- mander of Post 9. Charles Sum- ner Post was invited to partake of a bountiful repast prepared for the guests which was enjoyed, and each one had a package ‘to take home to the little oues. There was quite a large gather- ing at St. Augustine church Wed- nesday the 28d, at 5:80 o’clock, to witness the marriage of Miss Josie E. Dent to Mathew L. Butler. The bride was attired in white Henrietta cloth and ottoman silk. She carried a bouquet of lilies and roses tied with white ribbon. The .| bride entered the church on the arm of the groom’s best man, Mr. Bertie Edilin, and the groom with Miss Ella Toy, niece of the bride, who wore a short dress of Henrietta cloth and ottoman silk. The cere- mony was performed by fhe Rev. Father Hooman. A reception was held at the residence of the bride from 8 to 10 o’clock. The presents were numerous and costly. They were as follows: Bridal outfit, Mrs. Toy, sister of the bride; Silver cake-basket, Non- periel Clab; silver sugar dish and 4 doz. spoous , Miss M. Fard; silver butter dish, Miss Sarah Langhorne; silver butter dish, Mr. S. Kay; 3 doz. cut glass tumblers, Mr. S. A. Carter, Phila.; 2 parlor lamps by Mr. Wm. Tinner and Mr. Hazel; silver pin, Mrs. Mauray, of N. Y.; 3 doz. china fruit plates, Miss Eva Scott; band painted cup, saucer and teapot, Mr. Dan Freeman; handsome towels, Miss Mary Ches- ley ; doz. knives and forks and a carving set, Mr. B. Edlin; china tete tete set, Mr. Wm. Pollard; breakfast cloth, Miss S. Garner; breakfast cloth and a dozen nap- kins, Miss Bolden, N. Y.; hand- some photo album, Mr. Darling; fiower basket, J. H. Paynter ; china breakfast set, Miss Katie Gibbon; handsome bed spread, Mrs. Wm. Gill; bandsome bed spread. Miss Patterson; handsome toilet set, Mr. Wm. Hill. There were many other presents too numerous to mention. LANGSTON. HON. JOHN M, LANGSTON, the bril- hant Republican orator seems to have been elected to Congress in the Petersburg, Va., district, and, if so, Hon. William Mohone had better not try to prevent his taking his seat. An article in an- other columnu shows up the case, N- Y. Mail and Express. —_—» ++. WOOD AND COAL, If the citizens of South Wasb- ington are anxious to support their own enterprises they have an opportunity to do so by calling on Wm. H Rose, at 308 B st. +s. w. aud purchase their wood and coal. Tue colored churches aud societies who purchase 80 much woud and coal during the winter shvuld cer- tainly give this enterprising man a call. Mr. Rose is a relative of Miss L. A. Kose, and who has in- terest in the business. Mies Rose is well known to the people of this cily as an euterprising and worthy young lady. a i reesei A WOMAN’S HEART. Anxious Mother—“What’s the matter, Arthur?” Adult Son—“I am desperately in | love with Clara Vere de Vere, and I am afraid to riss my fate by pro- posing. I fear she does not care for me.” “I Suppose she often speaks en- thusiastically of her girl friends when talking to you. “Some of them.” ‘Are the ones she praises living in or near the city 7” ““No—o, come to think, Some of them live out west, and the rest areon a five years tour of Europe.” “Did she ever refer to any girl you meet as being ‘sweet,’ or ‘pretty,’ or ‘lovely,or anythiug of that sort?” “No.” “She loves you.”"—New York Weekly. ° JOHN SHERMAN LEAGUE. The Jubn Sherman Republicau League met last Monpay night at the Bex offiice. Mr. Jobu A. Gray in the chair. Mr.R. KF. Williams, chairman of the committee on en- tertainmen', reported that the Ca- det Armory had beeu engaged for Wednesday eveving Febuary 20, for the first public receptiun of the Leauge. The following commitiee on arrangements was appointed to manage iue reception: Messers. R. F. Williams, chairman, C, H. Watson, W. Calvin Chase, B. F. fue! oe Fowler, assistant cons “ts Miss Rosie Grady, assis | | Petway, L, W. Pulie, Wm. Schouler, Carter A, Stewart, Sr. Capt: P. H, Merredeath, H. C. Bolden, Capt. J, 8. Coolidge and John A. Gray Exofficio. Messers. Richard H, Lewis, and W.H. Isaac were admitted to mem bership. The league adjourned to meet next Monday evening Jan 28. SPECIAL NOTICES. _ If you want first class job print, ing done call at the sex office 1109 I street n. w. For lime, cement, hay, corn and oats, go to Goodacre’s, 1226 H st., n. wW. Fields of labor—The colored teachers southern Bureau looks out for positions as teachers, preach- ers, clerks, private secretaries and persons with business qualifi- antons. Address J. H. Lawson & co Leuisville Ky. spe< PERSONALS. Hon. B. K. Bruce has arrived in the ci- ty from the West. Rev. W. B, Johnson will return to the city from Louisville, Ky., next week. Mr. christ J. Perry, of the Phiiadel- phia Tribune, is inthe city stopping at Mrs. Browns’ 1416 [ st. n, w. Hon. J. M. Langston hus been appoint- ed one of the committee to wait on Genl. Harrison. Hon. J, Willis Manard of the Southe rn Leader is in the city the guest of Maj. Bryant. Editor Manard looks well. ————@72@- ODD FEELLOW ITEMS. = Grand director elect Turpin, of Ohio died on the Sth inst. after a short illness. Old Ark Lodge No. 1695, has @ case on hand. The newly elected executive committee of District Lodge No. 20, has several worthy and deserv- ing youug men connected with it this year. Georgetown Patriarch No. 42, will soon have a geueral inspec— tion. E. H. Morris, Ex. D. G. M., will visit the city March 4th next. Preparations are now being made for the coming Thanksgiv- ing services. MEMORIAL EXERCISES. Notwithetanding the sudden snowstorm on last Sabbath after- noon there was a large audience present at the 4th Baptist church to listen to the eulogies on Miss Mattie Pryor and Mrs. Mary J. R. Lewis. The exercises com- menced witha song under the direction of Mr. Samne! Hunter, reading of Scripture by Rev. Robt. Johnson, poem, by Miss Mary EH. Wilson. Rev. W.H Scott was introduced by the president, Mr. Alexander Hamilton, who deliver- an eloquent and deserving eulogy on the life and character of Miss Pryor, Miss L. A. Rose, who succeeded Miss Pryor, deliv— ered an address on behalf of the Womens’ Baptist Home Mission Society of which Miss Pryor was President, Miss Rose is a young lady of push and is interested in the work of the Womens’ Home Mis- sion Society. Rev. W. J. Howard delivered the eulogy ov the life aud character of Mrs. M. J. B. Lewis. Rev. Howard, who is always listened to with pleasure and interest, spoke in eloquent terms of the value and service of Mrs, Lewis. SOUTH WASHINGTON NEWS. The sudden illness of Miss Hat- tie Saundera, one of our public school teachers of long standing at her residence 412 3d street, con- cerns the entire community. A ru- mor which was soon suspressed, got afloat on Tuesday morning last that she was dead, movod the feel- ings of every family. At this writing she is quiet, but visitors are excluded. At the ministers conference on last Monday morning the paper en- titled a capital ministry, was read by the Rev. H. L. Coleman of the Rehoboth Church, and it was ad- mitteed to be both brief and well worded. The conference listened with much attention to the paper read by the Rev. R. Johnson, upon the necessity of au eclesiastical Con- gress wuich bas for its object the | P' promotion of the Prostestaut cause | al reports of negro uprisings in the es is R. S. Laws, R. Johnson, J. I. Loving, W. J. Howard and W. H. Philips. Communion is at the 4th Macedo- nia, First Church 8S. Washington and Mt. Horeb, to-morrow. The revival isin full progress througnout the city. On last Monday night a drunken white man was hepled out of a mad hole, on H street near 3d. Another Republican Harrison and Morton, with its headquarters at the friends of Zion Hall, G st., was organized with C, H. Mar- shall, President;J. H. Dorsey, secretary; W. H. Thomas, treas- urer; and held a regular meeting for the reception of new members, on Tuesday evening last. The Rev. J. A. Taylor, the Afri- can agent was before the ministers conference on Monday morning last and afterwards left the city for Baltimore. The pulpit of the First Baptist Church is vacant and many appli- cants are exhibiting special ability as pastorial fitness for the charge. Mr. J. W. Wormley, who for ma- ny year a country Justice of the peace of Alexandria county Va., and nephew of the Rev. Laws, las been appointed U.S. Commissioner for the Eastern District of Va., and was at the department of justice on Wednesday last, accompanied by R. S. Laws and A. P Lacy, and had an interview with Congressman Lee, in the interest of the citizens at Arlington, Va., whose children are excluded from the public schools of the State, under a deci- sion of judge C. E. Stewart, that Arlington not being taxable is on patt of Va. GONE TO WAIT ON PRESI- DENT HARRISON. SOUND DOCTRINE EX~ PRESSED. At the meeting held in Cooper Institute New York, Jau. 1st, Mr. John E. Bruce, formerly of this city and one of the best newspa- per writers in this country, offered the following resolutions which have been printea on parchment and are to be presented to Gen’l Harrison: Mr. John E- Bruce offerred the following resolutions: Whereas, By the gracious favor ot Almighty God, who rules the destinies of nations and individ- uala, the Republican party, more than a quarter of a century ago, unloosed the shackles from four aud one half million of bondsmen held in slavery by the Christian civilization of the South, and de- clared them to be forever free, and Whereas, The immortal Liacoln, sustained and encouraged by the liberty loving people of the North, performed an act of justice to an outraged race in signing the Eman- cipation Proclamation, and * * * Whereas, Recog~izing, a3 we do, the fact tbat human slavery in any form is acrime against civilization and justice, end that the Republi- can parity has always been the exponent of the th ught, that all men are created free and equal, we unite with our brethren in commending the wisdom and statesmanship of the leiders of that party in removing the blot from the fair escutcheun of -this nation, and in giving to the ne- groes of the United States the great badge of citizenship, the ballot; and * * * Whereas, we believe that it is incumbant upon the Republ can party to emaucipate the ignorant white and colored people in many portions of the South, from the bondage of ignorance that they may more intelligently exercis: the rights of citizenship, aud Whereas, We believe that the passage of the Blair bill would benefit in a large measure the ig- noraut whites and blucks of the South, while the Chandler bill to regulate elections in that section would do much to establish the prisciples of political honesty among those who believe in sup- pressing the votes of lawful majorities; theretore be it Resolved, That we extend to the great Republican purty the as- surauce of our faith aud cuntidence in its declared purpose to protect the people of the South and to enfo.ce the let:er and spirit of the Constitution. * * * Resolved, That we discouute- nance and discredit the seusation- South, and brand them as wicked and malicious attempts on the part of certain democratic news— apers to create among the people of the North false aud anjust im~ and the the suspression of Catho- licism, The committee on time and plac- pressions concerning the ne- ro. * * * Resolved, That it is the sense of this meeting that a representative colored man be appointed to wait upon the President elect at In- dianapoliz, Ind., and convey to him the wishes of the colored people in respect to their condition at the South, and the hopes they indulge ot fair and more liberal treatment as American citi- aa. * Resolved, That we have an abid- ing and unalterable faith in the principles of the Republican party and io the altimate and triumphant achievement of the purposes for which it was called into existence. * * Resolved, That we give our hearty support to all measures which the incoming administration shall innaugurate, looking to the betterment of our condition; that we confidently hope for radical and healthy changes in the present political system. * . Resolved, That we appeal to the good sense and conscience of the Republican party to complete the work it has undertaken. * * CARRIED BY ACCLAMATION. Mr. Butler moved that the vote be a unanimous one, which was seconded by a gentleman in the audience. The resolutions were carried with acclamation, all ris+ ing, es COLORED KNIGHTS OF PY- THIAS. @KAND RECEPTION AND BALL. January 17th and 18th New York City were gala days with the colured Knights of Pythias of New York, City. U. 8. grand lodge No. 1, gave its grand annual reception at Adelphia Hall on 52nd st. and 7th ave. which was participaed in by Lineoln Lodge of Albany N. Y. Emmanuel No. 3 Iannibal No. 4 of Harlem Corinthian No. 6 of New York city, Excelsior No. 5 of Brooklyn and the following clubs: Siiver Dollar, Hamburg, Am arinth and Mignionette. The James A. Garfield Divission K, of P. ap- peared 1n full uniform. Puof. Pou- alvers splendid orchestra furuished the music. Your correspondent is indebted to Sir Knight Dr, T. 8. P. Miller M. D, tor courtasies ex— tended. Many of New Yorks most prominent colored citizens were present on this occasion and joined in the mazy waltz to the strains of J. E. Bruce Specia! correspondent Cleveland Gazette. The supper was a master piece of the culinary art and was enjoy ed by all present. Sir Knight Ma son of New York opened a basket of champagne in honor of Supreme Grand Chancellor Williams aud cabinet, and toasts drunk to the good health and pros perity of the distinguished head Dancing was kept up until 3 a. m when every body left pleased, tired and sleepy. Success to the a FLEETWOODS TESTIMONIAL, CITIZENS OF WASHINGTON Metropolitan A. M. E. Church, FRUDAY EVENING. FERUARY 15TH. 1809, This testimonial is tendered to Major C. A. Fleetwood by the citizens of Washington under the auspices of the following commit~ Doctor F.J. Snadd, chair- man; Li. K. Buker, J. A. Johnson, Geo. M, Arnold, A. K. Brodie, W. H. J. Malvin, Prof. J. 1. Layton, KR. W. Thompkins, and W. Calvin Chase, Prof. Krouse has volunteered to enlivening music till the wee sma’ | render several selections with a hours of the morning. ‘The second | full orchestra. Also the Amateur night was the night of nights and | Glee Club under the direction of breught together a most distin- guished gathering of uuiformed Knights with their wives, sweet-| A dmission, hearts, and friends to witness the public installation of the following officers, which was performed by Supreme Grand Chancellor E, A. Williams editor of the Lodge Journal: G, C. Rev. Iseral Derrick, 8.4. K. 8. & 8. R. L. Reed; P. C. Rev. R. F. Hurley;G. K, R &S.; R. F. Douge; G. V.C. 8. T. Johnson; P, G. C. J. B. Lee; G. M. «a. H. L. Jones. Supreme Lodge representatives to Cincinnat- ti Ohio, convention in 1890, Sir Kight Thos S. P. Miilea und Benj. Mason. Before the ceremonieswere begun a haudsome gaval of beauti ful des gn and exquisite workman ship was prsented io the Supreme grand Lodge by Coriuthian Lodge and accepted on behalf of the 5. G. L by Kev. S muel D rrick, a short specch was also inside by SG. Chae llur E. A. Wiliams in which he outlived ike objects of the order aud tuld of the progress it had made within the last few years, trum fifty numbers in 1880 it has increased tu five thousand numbers and has L dyes scattered througuout the coun ry, Craigs orchestra turuished the music for the second evening. Immediately upon the conclusion of the instal lation ceremonies the graud march commenced, led by Suyreme Grand Chauceflor E. A. Willians, who supported ou his arm the charm- ing wife of Sir ‘Thos. S, P. Misler. | Several hundred couples raurched | to the beautiful strains of the or chestral music, and their brilliant costumes were shown off to great advan age. Ibe grand march ded icated to the K. of P. vy Prof. Craig | was rendered for the first time and | loudly applauded at its conciusion. Supper being announced the dis Prof. Hamilcar Turley. 2S5e There will be no reserved seats. a Delinquent subscribers are re- quested to pay up or the paper will be discontinued and their names placed on our dead head |list to tne public view. People who want the paper must pay for it, if it is not wanted pay and dis- continue. 5 aathors—Novellats, Poow So ome se Gecert Witter, anes given euege Printed trom new type on good pager. ‘ Po + OUR UNEQUALED OFFER. °4 ‘To ull sew euheerere (sagtad oe Some eens ae Sosiiedivance, we vill nd free amy 20 books in io ‘MARVELOUS PRICES. ny 8 books fy £0 sent Lk 4 BE Senta, 18 oe eee wo any address, pt 61. The Cricket on the Hearth. By Charles Uriven by Dishens. Ail love it br tte beauty and pathos, wih be preserved aod 4 most imaginative works have been. rhe Stabbed in the Dark. | By. x. Bo as scther whe invents ingeuteus plet nad Bandlee situations like s master. Pars I. 63. Parti. @. Calderon the Courtier. By Sir Z Bul. wer Lytton. One of the best of the great author's historle Pall of grapbio situations, quick action, and rare 5. She ; or Adventures in the Caves of Kor. By B. Hider Hagzard, | This anigue and popular story te = . fe production has to fame as a writer and artist. The g long after some of his forgoten. 3 ; H s i é E Fy carried the author in ‘vigor and variety of the book make it especially charming ; fts narrative imparts « pleasant thrill ae it pase throw wonderful scence aad stardiing events, ‘Fare f. 60. Fars fk, j- Part Ll. 68. Part IV. of above, @. Bulldog and Batt . By DavidChris. de Murray. A spicily told story of human character, yes nots dis overdrawn. Bulldogs and Butterflies are all i j i Fy tinguished guests and their friends | Netawen By hs brosber, sabe 1. Haddock. Themarder marched down to the spacious din- | Sseperacte ensmpion sent’ thrill of horror trvagh ie ning hall in detachmeuts of one | vrues review ofthe man and bi carer and | i — hundred. At the table in the main bal! sat | nates Maret 26. ekea me etre sory ote S.G.C. E. A. Williams, G. Chan- | Bitar tei "ippared tx essnened rm cellor Rev. Iseral Derrick, P. C. | Rev. KEE. Hurley, G.K of RB. & [gh i Tg fe be iptive , startling situation thrilling 5. KR. F. Douge ot Com. Supreme | SCGinE char sade She” wach « fevelation is Setion. Lodge Depts. aud Sir Knighi T. | Herve S.P. Mille M. D, Sir Kuight | "asm Benj. Mason; G. V. ©. 8. J. John oie iste ates cee eats a son, P.G.C. J. B. Lee Grand i i | iiworkot art Conceatmens is he artist's gama, ul aftr ing work of art. fis We artiat’s Cy winding through a forest of ihe fearful seed Master at Arms. H. L, Jones and | Sita eee hia 4 thy has les 20 i i Be Wise BBA 0 GS iaeuemat 2 eee at tae ee i ait

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