VOLUME VII, WASHINGTON CITY, D. G., APRIL 29,1877. NUMBER a

children of men, and it teaches us that tru« nation on this occasion is of a capacity that we fairly LATEST BY TELEGRAPH. AT THE CITY HALL. THE CAPITAL, charity is a charity to ourselves, an ele- presume will not fail to do the brilliancy of Sheridan CIRCUIT COURT—Chief Justice Carlter.—Yesterday, . PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY complete justice. In this court: Christman vs. Dexter; judgment by de vating, healthy impulse and nat a calcu- Foreign News« fault. Hume vs. Southey; rule to show cause, dis- THE CAPITAL PUBLISHING COMPANY The gentlemen, ai the cast runs, aro Sir Anthony charged. Wright vs. Welch & Co.; motion for new lation. Absolute, Mr. Alex. Hunter; Captain Absolute, Mr. NEW YORK/April 28.—The following disiatchTs"aro trial overruled and bills of exception filed. Hueber 937 D street, Washington, ». O. Does one ever reflect how little we can do published here: etux. vs. Tueber et ux.; motion for now trial over- J. H. Reld; Faulkland, Mr. Courtland H. Smith; LONDON, April 28.—Advices through Turkish sourc cs ruled. District of Columbia vs. Lord; motion for new DONN PIATT, ...... EDITOR. for the poor? The difference between Bob Acres, Colonel Mott Ball; Sir Lucius O'Trigger, from Asia Minor report that the battle at Batoum, be- trial overruled. Magruder vs. Thornton ; certified to Mr. George Douglas of this city; Mr. Fag, Mr. Sam tween Turks and Jtussians, raged throughout the general term. Kowald vs. Harrison; certiorari wealth and poverty are most imaginary. whole of yesterday. The Russians were commanded by lashed. Keeley vs. Mitchell; judgment confessed. TERMS : Per year, (Including postage,) $8.50; six The beggar in his rags has about as much Brent; David, Mr. Carroll Ashby ; Thomas, Mr. Grand Duke Michael and were severely repulsed. S month!, #1.50 j three months, 75 cents—In advance. happiness as the millionaire in his fine linen- ,lames Fowle. Tho Turks, under Hassan Pasha, suffered slight igglns, Cobb & Co. vs. Imtay; motion to set aside Single copies, 5 cents. The ladies are the most acconn>lished and talented losses, but the Russians lost heavily. The Russians re- judgment overruled. Randolph et al. vs. Slmms et Happiness is not in the linen nor the lack of sumed the attack last night, and were again defeated al.; order, and exception to bills of exceptions ten- CLUBS : Ten copies to one address, »20 In advance, in the dramatic line of this section.' As there is a and driven across the frontier. dered. Colladge vs. Crecy; judgment below affirmed. with one copy free. Twenty copies to one address, $35 it in the rags. Pain and privation are posi- proportion of journalists in the performance we don't BUCHAREST, April 28.—The Turks crossed the Dan- . Adjourned sine die. in advance, with one copy tree. | tive evils, but pain comes to the rich as well see how it can be other than a striking success. Ube to-day near Sillstrla. PROBATE COURT—Judge Olin.—Ycstorday, in tho as the poor, while hunger and nakedness do ROME, April 28.—The Italian government has issued office of the register of wills— THE rendition of the Crimson Scarf by the Falrlamb a declaration of neutrality. * Martha J. Bell filed petition for appointment of not call for much and are of small aocount, CONSTANTINOPLE, April 28.—An official dispatch guardian to her Infant children; bond fixed at #1,000. SUNDAY MEDITATIONS. opera troupe, on Wednesday evening last, reflected from Batoum, dated Friday, says the Russians, hav- In re estate of Philip Huhn, deceased; the answer of if their relief were all when placed to our ac- ing renewed tho attack, were again repulsed with (NO. V.) credit alike on the company and upon its manager Margaret Eller to petition of Henry Wise Garnett lor count with God. and tutor, Mr. Remington Fairlamb. heavy loss. The Turks nave not yet crossed the Dan- letters of administration was filed. ube. The occupation of Glenegevo by the Russians —The assignment for to-morrow In the court in gen- "1. Take heed that you do not your alms heforo men There is always about amateur performances a cer is denied. It is rumored that the Sultan proceeds to be seen ol them ; otherwise you have no reward of Let us build an orphan asylum of the eral term is as follows : Nos. (15) Brooks vs. Francis, tain lack of that stage polish reached only by years of next week to Schumba. His brother Reschad goes to (19) Holden & Ford vs. Smith, (20) LIshear vs. Galla- stoutest walls and boautify it with all that Kars. your Father who is in Heaven. professional experience and careful training, and her et al., (21) Talburg vs. Metropolitan railroad- "2. Therefore when thou doest thine alms do not art can give, and we cannot replace a Tho Turkish fleet Is ordered to blockade Russian company, (22) Patch vs. Davis, (24) Prlohett vs.. which always stands in their path to a perfect repre- ports. Hobart Pasha sails shortly for Crete. sound a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do In Prichett, (25) F. S. and T. company vs. Wilkes, (27) mother's love, that makes in its loss the or- sentation, but as we never see opera performed per- The Ottoman troops now occupy the whole MiHdlto Wood vs. Wood, (28) Hitz vs. National Life Insurance the synagogues and in the streets that they may have phan. It is the giving that makes the good; fectly by a professional it would be odd, indeed, if we district Company, (29) Rider vs. Morsell. glory of men. Verily I say unto you they have their The Turkish budget shows a deficit of £12,000,000. and the poor sister of charity, half mother looked for perfection in amateurs. While as actorial —Mr. Meigs .issued the following marriage licenses reward. LONDON, April 28.—Her Majesty's steamer Thun- yesterday: William G. Clark and Ada J. Curtis, artists they have much to acquire, as vocalists such derer has been ordered to be fitted out for particular Hoffman J. Bolton and Alice Carroll. "8. But when thou doest alms let not thy left hand and half angel, who gives all she has to the service on Tuesday next. She will carry one lieuten- ladies as Misses Flinn and Kaufl'man, and gentlemen VERDICT OF MANSLAUGHTER.—On the night of know what thy right hand doetb : poor and sick, little dreams in her self-sacri- ant, two sergeants, two'oorporals, forty-five gunners, as Messrs. Keen and Morsell, are of really distin privates of marine, artillery and light infantry. Her February 1 last, William Stant, Samuel Morris and . "4. That thy alms may be In secret and tby Father, ficing privation that she is getting a reward Charles Bogue were walking along Louisiana avenue, guished merit and sufficiently capable to swim any complement of officers and men will bo three hundred who seeth in secret himself, shall reward thee openly. and forty-five. near Ninth street. Shortly afterwards cries were here that she prays for in the hereafter. ordinary operatic performance through its seal of- heard from the party, and Morris was seen to strike "6. And when thou prayest thou sholt no the as the A Paris dispatch to the Daily Telegraph has tho fol- Ah! God lift us from the hell of self-torture— troublesome critics to a very fair success. Bogue-on the head, who fell to the sidewalk. Morris hypoorites are, for they love to pray standing in the lowing : "Not only has Russia warned the Khedlvo and Stant were arrested, and Bogue, whose skull was this sense of sin, this loss of self-respect, against sending troops to aid the Sultan; but France fractured by the blow dealt him by Morris, was sent synagogues and on the corners ol tho streets that they THE MINSTRELS, at the National last week, wore an has. warned him against diverting any sums he had and give us oontent with ourselves, and the 0 to the hospital, where he died five days later. The may be seen of men. Verily Isayunto you they have era in the history of minstrelsy. We had supposed set apart for creditors to such purpose. trial of these parties has occupied the criminal court. their reward. heaven of the hereafter Is the heaven of to- that Garncross and Dixey had approximated success BERLIN, April 28.—The statement that the banker, Judge Olin, during the past three days, on an indict- day. Blelchroder, has concluded a loan of 100,000,000 ment for murder. Yesterday afternoon, at 8:15 o'clock, "6. But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy about as closely as it] could be in* their line, but they roubles in Russia Is unfounded. the jury returned a verdict of manslaughter against closet and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy The lesson of oliarity taught by Christ has seem to have gotten in a few better since their last PESTH. April 28.—In the lower house of the Hun- ,bot h Stant and Morris. Sentence was deferred. Father which is in secret; and thy Father, who seeth garian Diet to-day the members of the Independent : been taken up from time to time through visit. It has been supposed, to a. great degree, that a Liberal party announced an interpellation whether In secret, shall reward thee openly." the ages, and repeated mostly by women slight vulgarity is essential to minstrel performances. the government considered the treaty of Paris bind- In Memorlam. This idea this troupe has been successful in demolish- ing for Austro-Hungary, and whether they would What a sweet, subtle knowledge of our to the human family. Well wo remember prevent Russia obtaining an augmentation of terrl- • "There is a reaper whose name is death, nature and Its needs Is found in the above ing, and their performances don't lack humor a par- Tory at tlio cost of the Turks, ana from bringing tho And with his sickle keen when a child walking unawares with Christ ticle or a jot. principalities and countries of the Balkan peninsula lie reaps the bearded grain, at a breath;. passages, whore charity and prayer are under her sway. And the flowers that grow between.". and being taught that lesson by one whose Carncross has the sweetest and most perfectly In the death of Miss Thyrza Bowie, daughter of Mr. classed together and so beautifully defined. memory is watered with tears, although she finished voice for ballad singing we have listened to. BERLIN, April 28.—Germany is stated to be making Richard C. Bowie of Prince George's county, Md., on That "which is done for a reward must, be an effort to induce the Porte not to carry out its inten- the 2d of April, one of earth's loveliest flowers has died many ye are since, after eighty-four and been pleased by listening; we make no exceptions. tion of expelling all Russian subjects from Turkey. been translated to a happier land. satisfied with the reward. The man who. years of goodness on earth. It has been in- The female impersonations of Eugene are unique and LONDON, April 28.—A Timet dispatch from Paris Through long years of ill health and great suffer- through an exhibitofhis piety strives to win mirthfully clever, and Hughey Dougherty represents has the following: "The French papers seem to be- ing she displayed the most gentle patience, a kindly deed since the death that a clearer sight of lieve that the Powers have not only expressed an and cheerful disposition, fiili of thoughtfuiness and' the admiration of his fellow men must be her sacred life has been given, for the moist- one hundred and flfty-threepounds avoirdupois un- opinion on the appeal for mediation sent them by the sympathy fbr others, so courageously fighting against adulterated fun. His comic speech is a great feature Porte, but have also come to ah agreement on the sub- the despondency of sickness as almost To delude her content with that compensation. The true ject. It is scarcely necessary to say that this Is incor- tened clay that restored sight to the blind of the business; a trifle long, but carrying Its interest many friends into the belief that she was strong and christian, who seeks the approbation of Christ man, told of by the chroniclers of Christ, is rect. From the simple Interchange of, «pinion which well. It is hard to realize that one so loveable should' throughout. has taken place on this question the impression Is have passed away in the May-time of her beauty and< through a purification of himself, will find the clay of the grave moistened with tears, Notwithstanding the circus, the minstrels drew that none of the Powers consulted consider that such youth ; that a life so needful to others and so lull ot mediation offers a chance of success." his reward in the harmonizing and im- Well, but not as extensively as they deserved. the gentlest and sweetest influences should be brought when we see too late all that we have lost. LONDON, April 28.—A Rome dispatch to the Timet to a close so suddenly, leaving in tho hearts of her be- - proved health of his own nature. reports that some of the Catholic governments have loved ones a sense ot utter .desolation. To those be- It was one of the coldest days of mid-win- WEEK AFTER NEXT Farsloe visits us in Ah Sin, sought information relative to the basis onwhich.it reaved hearts, to those sorrowing friends who h eld-her. Both charity and prayer are for the bene- ter, when on her way along the freezing the great North American comedy. Ah Sin emanates is desired negotiations should be opened in favor of so dear, we offer the slncerest and most heartfelt sym- fit of the one who gives and petitions. from the combined intellects of Mark 'J wain and Bret the Holy See, supposing such a step is found practi- pathy in a loss so inexpressibly great. street, this mother encountered a thinly cable. From Caralnal Slmeonl's reply it appears that Harte, and those two giants of pathos and the pecu- For many years Miss Bowie had been a resident of ' Prayer is but another name for confession, clad, shivering woman, evidently very the Vatican desires that the Pope shall be insured Washington, and had made herself beloved by a large that follows a recognition of our own sins liar American humor, have produced in it a creation complete personal and spiritual freedom, without number of friends, to whom her .death, although she - poor and evidently, alas, very degraded. being called upon to say whether he will at any time had been suffering a long time, was- yet a very great* from which we seek to clean ourselves; worthy of their power. And Farsloe is worthy of their reassert or renounce his claim to temporal power. Her thin, ragged gown was in tatters, production in every way; our people remember his and sudden shock. While grieving deeply over their whilo charity has little good beyond the The Pope, among other precautions relative to the loss, they are yet consoled by the thought that to her and her face bore all the brutal marks Chinaman in The Two Men of Sandy Bar, and election of a successor, has instructed Cardinals it is a gain, and that after her wearisome pilgrimage development of all that is kind and gener- Slmeonl, Burtalini and Nina to act as a kind of a her spirit is now free, and the memory erf her life- of intoxicating drink. But She was suffer- ; credit him fully with the hit he made. committee of observation, in order to guard against ous in our own nature. 1 is like a bright star, which reminds us oMhat heavenly, ing ; how she did shiver in the bitter, freez- anything which might militate against the liberty of home we are all striving to reach. THE MOST interesting of Shakspeare's plays—inter- the next conclave, or constitute an obstacle as to the The oentulies have but little changed our ing wind, and as we stopped she gave such esting for a variety of reasons—metaphysical and place of Its assembling. nature. The Jews had, as we have, the men THE community of Richmond was shocked last week' a wistful, hungry look out of her inflamed philosophical, as well as dramatic, is Hamlet. The • • ' -••"•! ' • " ' '".. by the sudden death of Mrs. Schoolcraft, nee Miss * Who sound trumpets over their giving, and eyes, as a suffering beast would. The mention of this drama at once awakens interest, and Soutli Carolina. Mattie Ould, daughter of Judge Ould of the capital - its performance is ever regarded as a study. Mr. ZJ. city. Miss Ould Was one of the most brilliant women standing in public places, pour out their woman appealed to looked anxiously up COLUMBIA, April 28.—The following resolution was the Old Dominion ever produced. She held the scepter prayers for the oars of men and not the and down the street; no. one was near, and C. Walsh of this city, supported by gentlemen and introduced in the House of Representatives to-day by of the reigning belle ot the White Sulphur Spnngs ladies of Ford's stocic coinj>afty. wlU appear in t£ls Charles Minout, (colored,) Republican member from forseveralyears.and thcra was none to dispute her heart of Christ. Doubtlessly the Hebrews Richland obunfcy: • play onr lialur3ay hlglit" hext. Young, intelligent, sway. lWautlful, bright and witty, she was a verita- - were besotted then, as we are now, wttfc tKe shoulder«, die wrapped it about those of the Resolved by the House of Representatives of the State ble queen by the sovereign right of her peerless wo- thought that charity was meant almoM ex- handsome, and physioally finely proportioned, we feel of South Carolina. That a committee of five be ap- manhood, and many of our readers will think with tmffetar and then hurried on. much confidence that Mr. Walsh will make it a suc- pointed by, the Speaker to inquire into and make a regret that this radiant woman is no more. A short • year ago Bhe married Mr. Oliver Schoolcraft..a, young • clusively to benefit the recipients and not cess, and the interest associated with the drama will full examination of all matters pertaining to the the giver. They too, probably, had their Of course she knew that the shawl would proper discharge of the official conduct of Hon. J. J. New Yorker, who had made Richmond hi*; home, and be pawned for liquor, but the impulse had guarantee to him a fine audience. Wright, associate justice of the supreme court of the in the very threshold of her married life, with all that organized charities, orphan asylums, homes State of South Carolina, and tor said purpose are au- makes existence bright, she died ; and manfy there for aged poor, and hospitals for the penni- its reward In the charity given to her own WE, HAVE—and hold for publication in our next is. thorized to send for persons and papers; and said are of her friends who can but ccho Laertes words v heart hungering for good works, and in the sue—a thoughtful and capable essay on the feasibility committee are further authorized to report by resolu- over the gentle Ophelia: less sick. And these fat, substantial citizens, tion or otherwise. Lay her in th' earth, lesson that survives to-day as vividly as of forming a combination among the prominent ama- And from her fair, unpolluted flesh who by close dealings and hard bargains This created considerable surprise and a wide dls-. May violets spring. when it was given. D. P. teur dramatic associations of this city. The reason cus8lon, oonflhed entirely to the colored Republicans, had accumulated wealth, gave pennies from that we do not give it place this week is that the most of whom were In favor of the resolution. The hoarded thousands to organized charities, Buckstone gives a performance shortly, and we don't resolution was passed by a vote of 76 to 13. Brlvhtwood. and thought thereby to have purchased a THE VERDICT of the jury In the great wish to take away the thoughts of its members from The strangers who are visiting our city should not their lines by engaging them in consideration of this The Emma Mine. fail to drive to Brlghtwood, and stop at the club-house peace with their Creator. Emma Mine case,- for the defendant, is an NEW YORK, April 28.—The verdict for tho defend- and enjoy one of the grand dinners which the proprie- indication of and triumph for Bobert C. subject, whloh from its logical and thoughtful repre- ants in the Emma mine suit ends the first stage of the tor, Mr. Ned Moses, knows BO well how to tempt the How our Savior must have amazed that sentation in the communication spoken of is very cer- groat Emma mine $5,000,000 suit, as doubtless plain- most fastidious appetite with. Now that the spring, people, of all mankind the most avaricious Schenck. The news created much satisfac- tain to reason them into the adoption'of the idea it tiffs will oarry the case to the United States Supreme races Will Bhortly commence at the Brlghtwood Trot- tion in Washington, where General Schenck Court. The trial was begun In the New York circuit ting Park, those who desire to add toth e pleasures of and hard, by these strange doctrines. What upholds. court on the 14th of December, before Judge Wallace the day should order a supper at Moses', and enjoy a a struggle He had to obtain a hearing and is best known. who came from the northern district of New York luxury which cannot be found elsewhere, and cooked , THERE is to be a grand dramatic and musical enter- specially to try the case. The Suit was by the English in such a style as to make one feel that he was paying, secure any consideration. But that Ho spoke tainment by the Buckstone Club, for the benefit of the owners of the mine, to whom Park, sola ft to recover a visit to Ills old homestead. to the poor, and that His wise, kind words BUTHERFOBD B. is bleaching the bloody pooiN)f St. Dominic's parish, at Ford's Opera House, the $5,000,000 paid for It, alleging that there was fraud, deceit and misrepresentation on the part of Park went to their hearts, where they were treas- shirt, much to the wrath and disgust of Wednesday, May a. For an object sojdeservlng the in regard to the resources of the mine. Mr. Park, the Arlington Insurance Company. Wade, Blaine & Co. Clean linen is not kind-hearted and talented club deserves a.full house. principal defendant:, sat In a ohalr almost powerless The necessity of securing a first-class insurance- ured, His revelations would have been lost with consternation. Having recovered himself, he company to placo fire risks is conceded by all, and the- to humanity. » desirable in that quarter now, nor at any shook hands with the jurors and received the congratu- recent failures of Insurance companies throughout the time. lations of his friends. country has caused a general uneasiness to exist in It is well for us that His advent was In HISTORIC PORTRAITURE—PRESIDENT the minds of those who have property to Insure as to advance of an enlightened press. How the the stability of Our home companies. Wo believe that GRANT. The Knfrlneefs' Strike. all are sot nd and safe ; but we know that tho Arling- leading journals of Jerusalem would have GREEN-ROOM GOSSIP. It would be exceedingly interesting to recapitulate PHILADELPHIA, April 28,—The strike of the Read- ton Fire Insurance Company, 1505 Pennsylvania ave- in detail the several incidents connected with the ing railroad locomotive engineers appears to have been nue, is one of the oldest and safest in the country, and sneered at, ridiculed and reviled the poor practically abandoned. There was no session of the parties desiring to insure their property could not. carpenter and His ignorant followers. The WI CAN INDORSE the piece produced at the National pictures of Ulysses S. Grant, taken by Brady, but we grievance committee at the Merchants' Hotel (their place It in a more trustworthy company. subsidized organs of a commercial people this week with more genuine certainty oi our anticipa- have not time this morning for more than two or three. eadquarters) this morning, and only three or four of tory Indorsement being guaranteed than on any oc- When General Grant came on from his triumphs in the strikers were to be seen about the premises. At PAPETERIES at Parker's, 527 Seventh street. would have seen in Him only a dangerous casion this season. Our Boarding House had a run in the West, to take command of the army of the Poto- the company's office reports show every thing to be in a satisfactory condition, and that the new men are do- Welcl&er. communist or an insane fanatic, making an New York that few plays have gained in the face of mac and to finish the rebellion with one crushing blow, ing the work nearly, if not quite as well, as those attack on the very foundations of social the deadness of the financial season, and newspapers, there was a great anxiety on the part of the people whose places they have taken. The fashionable resort of Washington is Welcker'S.- audience and critics have combined in its praise. North to see his picture. Up to that time no accurate Statesmen, lawyers and the public generally congre- organization. The Moses and sons, Aaron gate at this well-known restaurant, and are more uian and Brother Bothchilds, and other leading We think that the merit lies less perhaps in the play likeness was extant, and such as there happened to be Arrest for Robbing the Mails. nappy while enjoying the luxuries of the season, and than in the company producing it This latter em- represented him with his army hat on. Brady had re- PHILADELPHIA, PA., April 28.—Richard Phillips, a the choicest liquors and cigars which can be found baggagemaster on the Pennsylvania railroad, was citizens, did not differ in any respect from the braces some names that would uphold any drama of a ceived about that time numerous letters and telegrams only at that prince of good fellows. What Pete don't - same class of to-day. We, too, have our before United States Commissioner Smith to-day, know about Che good things of this world Is not worths comedy character, and lift it into success. The play from the proprietors of the illustrated journals, es- oharged with robbing the malls. A large quantity of learning. Don't make a mistake. Visit Welcker?s,. ohristlan statesman, whose charity is ac- is peculiarly American, as its title so thoroughly evi- pecially Harper's and Prank Leslie's, all asking for stolen property, consisting of wearing apparel, jewelry, opposite the Treasury Department. books, &c., was found at his residence, some of which companied with trumpets, and who gives dences. It is based on the genuinely American insti- pictures. General Grant remained in Washington has been identified. Phillips was held in $5,000 ball. God good advice in a loud voice in publio tution of a boarding house, and the dramatic events on that occasion only two days, but he found time, In llagerty. places. possible to transpire therein. It is said to be company with Secretary Stanton, to visit Brady's gal- Snow* This famous restaurant is still the headquarters of bright, original, but not very perfect in its organiza- lery. Brady was ready with three or four expert as- OMAHA, NEB., April 28.—Passengers who arrived those who prefer the luxuries of the season, as well as the finest liquors* which can only be found at Hag- Then, as now, the charity was reserved to tion and not very strong in plot, or rather in the do sistants and several instruments to get different views from the east this morning report several inches of snow at Avoca and Ores ton,Iowa . It snowed hard erty'B, corner Seventh and E streets. The ladles' the deserving poor. The old delusion ex- tail of its plot. at the same time. here all this afternoon, but fs now clear. The storm is saloon, on the first floor, Is a great success and is su- ists to-day that the sole purpose of charity general throughout this section. Reports from various perior to any in the city. Ladles shopping can pro - The fact that Stuart Robson appears in a leading General Grant took his seat, and the light being too sections state that the crops are in most excellent con- cure an excellent lunch at reasonable rates* and be as- is to help the poor, as that prayer is a cun- role in this play is of Itself sufficient to bring out our dim—it was now four o'clock—an employee was di- dition. sured of meeting none but ladles at this restaurant- ningly devised prooess through which to people to witness it, for Stuart Robson enjoys a popu- rected to go out on the roof and remove a portion of conciliate God. We cannot help the needy. larity here that few comediails of any time hare ever the canvas covering. In doing so he stumbled, and, Trotting. Teas. held. It is not so much that he is a Southern man as falling on the glass, crushed it In, and it fell in largo SAN FRANCISCO, April 28.—A Los Angelos dispatch The genuine article can only be Obtained at Dow- Were all the accumulated property of the says that the match between Goldsmith Mala and ling's. We advise the public to call at the corner of world thrown into a common heap and di- that he is naturally, innately and instinctively purely pieces all around the General, some so heavy as to Karus to-day resulted in an easy victory for the Maid Seventh and 1 streets and give Dowling a trial. His- humorous, and his natural disposition has been skill- imbed themselves in the table and in the floor. For In three straight heats. Time, 2:22^, 2:19 and 2:19%. long experience in the business, as well as his thor- vided equally, it yrould not be many day fully trained by art. George Butler said once that a moment fright and confusion took possession of all o ughjkowledve of all the triCks of the trade, enable: Base Ball. htm to purchase only the genuine article, whichr before the strong and cunning would leave Clara Morris was so pathetic by disposition and tone present, excopt General Grant. He never even so he offers to the public at a very small advance on the much as moved a muscle of his face, or changed his CINCINNATI, April 28.—Stars of Syracuse, 8; Cin- the improvident and weak to suffer. "Tho of voice that she could compel tears by reading a bill cinnati,!. • cost. of fare; it is precisely the reverse in Robson's case—his attitude in any degree. Pale with emotion, Mr. Mr. Dowling has a fiiie stock of all kinds of grocer- poor ye have always," said Christ; and so ies, and wo advise every one to pay him a Visit. long as we have wicked, selfish men, weak vocal organism is of a sort that strikes keenly the Stanton placed bis hands on Brady's shoulders and The Weather To-Day. chord of laughter in the heart of all audiences. said, " You seo hew near the campaign was to Its For New England, falling, followed by rising bar- John H. Kenny. men must suffer. And how utterly hope- termination." Smilingly, General Grant directed ometer, northeast to southeast, shifting at western Mr. Crane, who impersonates Elevator, is one of The latest importation of millinery and laces fOir less we make the task of relief when we re- Brady to proceed. Several views were taken, and stations to colder, high n orth and welt winds, with the most capable comedians in the country. His style eloudy and rainy weather. For the Middle Atlantic the spring 'season has just been received at John H. strict our efforts to tlie deserving poor, and these pictures wero the first true ones whioh wont out States, northeast and southeast, shifting to colder Kenny's, 915 Pennsylvania avenue, to which ho in- of comedy is different from Robson's, but none the vites the attention of his patrons and the public gen- how little of Christ is there in the restric- less perfect in its polish and effect. Crane's reputation to the country. northwest winds, with cloudy weather and rain, fol- ; lowed by rising barometer, and at western stations by erally. . _ : tion. When Christ bade us administer to is more extensive in the West, where hehas held forth When he became President of the United States he clearing weather. SODA WATER at Cudlipp's, Seventh and N streets» the sick, He did not say the deserving sick; principally, and in New York of late, than here, was again photographed by Brady on Inauguration nor,, when we are bid to feed the hungry though we doubt if a more finished comedian ever day, and he Boon visited the gallery again for an elab- THE success of A. W. Davis. 820 Seventh street,, con- visited our city. orate sitting. The day President Lincoln was assas- Oarrlck Club, 463 and 462 Pennsylvania tinues unabated. His stock of groceries Is complete in. and olothe the naked, He does not qualify A venne—Prospectus. every respect, and his trade is constantly increasing. by saying the deserving hungry and the de- Tho piece is principally strong in its power to strike sinated he wrote Brady a note informing him that the Billiards, pool and bagatelle, cards, chess,'checkers, Those who desire genuine groceries should, not lail To* home at the BCURC and sentiment of humor in the au- day following ho and General Grant would visit the dominoes, onbbage and other unobjectionable games. examine his stock. serving naked. dience. It deals with home subjects gilded with just gallery for the purpose of befng taken together In an A fine Chickering piano, and occasional musical We know that the wicked stomach and sufficient of romance to make them exceedingly In- imperial group. Last Friday Brady, having made and other entertainments for the amusement of the Hazel ton. tho first picture of Grant when he was General, the families and lady friends of the members. A full lino of white goods, slippers and button boots,, the sinful back suffered as keenly as the teresting as well as familiar. The play is not devoid A handsomely furnished reading-room, containing first when ho was President, had tho privilege of kid and satin boots have just keen received by A. L. righteous stomach and baok, and both sorts of pathos, and pathetic phases are not out of place, as the New York and other dailies and weeklies, illus- Hazelton, 428 Seventh street,and which he offers al. the contrast seems well to develop tho main end— taking his first as a private citizen. He was accom- trated, scientific, sporting and dramatic papers, and unusually low prices. were his children. Deserving people in- panied by Mrs. Grant, Mrs. Nellie Sartoriu and her fine dramatic library. mirth. Members are entitled to the free enjoyment of the deed I His beautiful life,was passed amid baby, three generations in ono day, and their picture» above pleasures and privileges. The Club 1B open for Enterprise. the poor and sinful. He was the associate QH TUESDAY and Wednesday evenings next, and wero all taken. History is thus protected and pre- their entertainment at all times from 9 a. m. to 12 p. Among the large and .successfulbidders for the con- tract for furnishing stationery to the House of Repre- served, and thousands who honor tho man for tha good m., and the very best refreshments kept for their use. and friend of vicious men and fallen women, Thursday matinee, Sheridan's inimitable comedy, Playing for money %n the club rooms is strictly pro- sentatives was our young friends Mllans- & Wilkins,. and died at last between two thieves who The Rivals, wlli be produced in our neighboring city there is in htm and for the good he has done to his I hibited. Tho dues from May 1 until frirthcr notice.will 603 Seventh street, opposite Patent Office. A finer ex- were not deserving in the eyes of men, yet of Alexandria. The Rivals was the play Byron had country Will be glad to have this series of portraits. j be one dollar per year. Address hibit we have seldom seen. in his mind when he eplgrammatised -Sheridan as the T. HARRY DONEHUE, He carried tho pool: wretches with Him Into apr29-lmo President and Sole Manaqer. SHIDQKINS says that when you see a oat put up her - author of the best speech and finest play ever written LICORICE one cent a stick "at Cudlipp's, Seventh back and snarl at a plate of- sausages you may knom heaven. Tho great heart went out to all the in England, and the cast of characters for its Imperso- and N etreoU. \ PAFETBRIBB at Parker's, 527 Seventh street. they are genuine. 2 THE CAPITAL.—APRIL 29, 1877.

of Turkey combined. Jt is commanded by th&Grand the venerable and thrlity Yankee under consideration RESIJRREil'IOX CASE Iff EXOLAND. CURRENT GOSSIP. Duke Nicholas, who belongs to p dynasty timtha s finds in the management of the Freedmen's Hospital. MILLINERY AND LA0ES, not produced a soldier of eminence sinoe Petit the The salary is frugal, it is true, but the possibilities ' WASHINGTON, 1). O., April 27, 1877. A Railway Porter Quits his Coffin and Great. From all aooounts Nicholas Is simply a mar- would seem to be large, If we are to judge by the The war between the Turks and Russians seems to Helps Himself to a Chair. tinet, without, much oapaclty except methodical idols rapidity with which the venerable Eseulaplan has ac- start oil wlth-the advantage on the side of the lattér, The following extraordinary story comes to us Torn 1877. SPRING OPENING. 1877 of organization, and with no military experience quired a fortune in the shape of improved real estate Cambridge, England. A railway porter, about thirty so far as military readiness and ^rearrangement oi beyond that of the parade ground ; While his antag- during his management of the Institution. I have years of age, was recently seized with acute bronchitis SECOND SEASON. programme are concerned. Hut no appearances are and was supposed to have •expired in the throes of onist, Kerim, is a veteran of three or four wars, and been at some pains to examine the statistics, and 1 find that dreadful ailment, which slays every year Its thou- more deceptive than military appearances, and there a fighting soldier of sixty years experience, who has that It Costs the Government on an average ten hun- sands of little children and of aged people, simply is no good reason to suppose that the collision of act- v because extreme youth is equally with extreme age JOHN H. KENNY, risen from a lieutenancy of engineers to the com- dred and ninety dollars a head per annum to assist ual battle will lind the Turks in the state of imperfect too feeble to clear the bronchial tubes by a vigorous mand-in-ehlef. This advantage of brain power on the sick negroes of that institution in their wrestles and sustained effort of coughing. The railway porter (Late Lace Buyer for A. T. Stewart & Co., New York,) preparation in which the declaration of war surprised the part Of the Turks cannot fail to tell at least during with grim death. How much of this evidently super- supposed to have departed this life was duly laid out tliëmi The Turks amj Russians have fought rogularly and placed in a coffin. As his assumed dissolution had HAS OPENED A. CHOIOE SELECTION *F the earlier operations of the war. Besides all this, the fluous expenditure may be traced to the palatial man- every quarter of a century, ever since the Russians been sudden, the Coroner was consulted on the pro- FRENCH AND AMERICAN natural difference botween the Turk and the Russiaii sion in which the venerable doctor resides belongs to priety of holding an inquest. Some uncertainty in and Swedes quit fighting In the North and afforded as to tho quality oi courage must be taken into ac- the province of an Investigating committee to ascér- this regard appears to have reigned in tho mind of the the former an opportunity to turn their stolid faces to medical man who had boen called in; but at any rato Bonnets, Hats, Flowers, count Both are brave. But the Turk's courage is taln. But if 1 may be allowed to make a suggestion, ¿Southern fields of strife. This is the eighth in the the railway porter lay in his coffin two days, at the ex- that of pride in the glory of his forefathers, of devo- it would take the form of a remark, that the venerable piration of which he quietly got out of it, and, to the Feathers and Ribbons. regular series of Russo Turkish wars since the time of tion to his faith, and of haughty contempt for his foes; doctor is rich enough to retire from business, and also inexpressible amazement and alarm of those present Peter tho Great. The Russians during this protracted in the chamber of death, sat himself down in a chair. ALSO, IS DAILY MAKING LARGE ADDITIONS while the Russian's bravery is that of the slave, who that there is a colored peddler of pills and architect It is stated that, in order to alleviate the severity of period of Intermittent war hare been uniformly the TO HIS STOOK or REAL AND IMITATION is more afraid of his master in command than of his of lingering death available to take his place. I rofer the spasms of bronchitis, the patient's mother had ad- invaders and, with almost equal uniformity, they ministered to him a sleeping draught which had pro- enemy in front. The Turkish soldier is active, keen to Purvis, whose claims are respectfully referred to Lace«, Embroideries, Paris Novelties, have come out of every struggle with their territory duced a deep and lengthy stupor, but the effects of and adventurous; tho Russian stolid, stupid and the appropriate deportment of civil-service reform for which had stopped short just on this side the grave. Spring Suits, Dolmans and -extended and their power increased. Still they have obedient. consideration. A. c. B. Commenting on this curious case, the London Stand- ard remarks that there are advantages in keeping a Ladles' Underwear, almost invariably been defeated by the Turks in The greatest difficulty a Turkish commander has to battle upon strictly Turkish soil. corpse above ground for four or five days, or even for a AT VERY ATTRACTIVE PRICES. encounter is that of restraining the turbulent pas- whole week after death. Among all the Latin races The logic of these wars hitherto lias been cumulative sions and the ferocious combativenees oi his rank and Splinters front the " Boston Post." interment within four and twonty hours is the invari- A Visit of Inspection frmn the Eadies of able and rigorously enforced rule of police ; and had to demonstrate that the Turks are better figlitors file, while a Russian army is notoriously an inert mass, Babcock's successor is the White House Master of this City and Vicinity is Respectfully Solicited* than tho Russian?. In all the wars betwoen the two Ceremonies. Can't a black man hold that position in this poor railway porter been a Frenchman, an Italian whloh needs to be propelled rather than led by its a White House? or a Spaniard he would have been duly screwed down nations the Russians have been iorccd to ask for peace, oommandcr. But to offset these traits, the Turk is and carried away Insensible, but still alive, to the 915 PESNSYLVANIA AVE., bet, 9th and 10th sis. with the single exception of 1821», when Mahmoud II., It would be a joke if wo had been entertaining a cemetery. Into any consideration of tho waking up oot8-ly less hardy and more liable to disease than the Russian. .Russian fleet sent here -to provent Americans from of the supposed dead man, the mind, appalled, finding all Europo leagued against him, his navy at The Russian is bred to hard Work from childhood, trading with the Turks. shrinks from entering. Who that has visited the tho bottom of Navnrino bay, Greece in revolt and whereby his frame is indurated, his mtisclcs developed A distinguished Oxford graduate was recently Musee Wirth at Brussels has not turned away shud- Egypt in rebellion, made pence at Adrlanople with "plucked" In elementary arithmetic on a civil service dering from that Ineffably ghastly picture of tho liv- 719 719 and his constitution perfected; while the young Turk, examination in England.. ing hand and arm, corrugated with the supreme agony a skeleton of an army, which the Russian general born of lust and polygamy, is bredi in indolence, and of effort, protruding from the hair-raised lid of a coffin Diebitsch had led across the Balkans, and whioh could Mr. H. G. Tbundor is a Philadelphia organist. too hastily nailed down ? There Is no corpse within grows tipt o a career of semi-genteel vice and dissipa- Now we know what the reporter^ mean when they talk that bier, but a living creature vainly striving to burst not have opposed him twelve hours if ho had chosen to tion, which is usually unrelieved by any virtues save about the Thunder of the organ. his cerements. Cases of premature interment are, . UNUSUALLY LARGE STOCK attack it with the forco3 he had at a day's march. I his politeness and his courage. The consequence is Fechter t&kcs the role of the twins in the Corsican there is every reason to believe, lamontably prevalent do not alludo to the Cri moan war in this connection, Brothers. That is what the base-ball men would call on the contlnont, especially when cholera op other epi- that while a Turklbh anny almost Invariably beats In a double play.—Lowell Courier. demics are raging. The most serious, objection to tne OF because Turkey was practically.eliminated from that battle a Russian force of anything less than two to English system lies in the fact that it is only the corpses ' conflict alter one campaign, which began and endod Barnum claims to have the " only greatost show on one, it melts away by sickness and debility under tho earth." If he could only find another greatest show of paupers'which are conveyed to'mortuaries, and with an unsuccessful Russian eiege pt Slllstria, and a that the supply of dead-houses even for paupers Is in- pounding of a protracted campaign, leaving the de- we arc sure ho would make a big thing of it. sufficient. The remains of the respectable classes are FANCY AND MILLINERY GOODS. defeat of the Russian army at Giurgevo in an effort to feated but hardier Russian master of the situation Nicholls is as profuse in promises as an expectant ooftined among the living, and are permitted to ro- cross the Danube. But let us examine the present bridegroom.—Com. Adv. Nicholls doesn't pretend to maln there lor days together, poisoning tlio atmos- after all. Taking into account all these various con- EMBROIDERIES, LAUES IN ALL THE NEW situation. be a bridegroom. He is merely best man. phere and horrifying the survivors. flicting and counterbalancing facts, the logical con- Emperor William of Germany lias eighty-eight STYLES, Russia enters this war with a population of 06,000,-1 clusion is that the Turks will undoubtedly make suc- decorations, and when he gets them all on he looks 000., availablo whence to draw fighting resources. This cessful head in defenso of their territory during the like the specimen board in a wholesale hardware es- Debility an«l Nervous Headachc. SCARFS, TIES, FRINGES, TRIMMINGS, BUT tablishment. population, which is exclusively Russian, or thoroughly coming summer, and will very likely give the Rus- Chronic, sick Or nervous headache is generally de- TONS, LADIJSS' UNDERWEAR, CHIL- Russianized, and does not include tho remoter pooples sians several savage thrashings cither In Bulgaria or My psychology has evoluted into demonology.— pendent on, or accompanied by, impaired digestion, of Siberia, or tho lately conquered Tartar tribes of; George Francis Train. It always has that effect when by whioh the circulation and nutrition, of the brain DREN'S DRESSES, PARASOLS, at some of the Danube crossings. But their energies a great man leaves Boston una changes the brand of are deranged, and the nervous centers vitiated. The Turkestan, is unanimous In its desire for war and will be exhausted in one campaign, and, unless the his nectar. PERUVIAN 'SYitur, by reinvlgoratlng the digestive SUN UMBRELLAS, PARIS NOVELTIES, NO- unltod in its loaltytothe government. Vlowod as a other Powers interfere, the overwhelming numbers Perhaps figs and thistles can't be successfully culti- powers, lays the axe at the root of f he tree; the brain TIONS, &.C., mere mass, it would at first thought seem ample to vated from the same plant, but the New York farmeis is duly nourished, the nervous symptoms cease and and vast resources of the Russians must prevail in are making vinegar and maple sugar out of the same the headache disappears. At astonishingly low .prices, just received, at . overwhelm the 14,000,000 of Mohammedans who con- 1878 by a triumphant passage of the Balkans and dic- run of sap. stitute the fighting element in Turkey, and who have tation of peace on the ltoumellan plains, as Diebitsch A spider's web with a fly in It Js the latest device for HATS. DAVIS', not only to fight the Russians, but also to keep in sub- did In 1829. The Turk Is unquestionably the military wedding rings. This is only appropriate where the jection nearly or. quite their own number of christians, suporior of the Russian man for man. But 66,000,000 gentleman was disposed to flyt o her side the first time 719 Market Space, earner Eighth St. Who, for the most part, would welcome any invader he spider. ap22-3ts against 14,000,000 Is too vast a disparity, particularly "Don't you think," she inquired amiably, "that CORRECT STYLES, that promised to drive away the Turks. But the 'when the 14,000,000 are compelled to hdld In subjection most men are possessed of a devil?'.' He said he nEn«. »je. jr. • • JW superiority of tho Russian over the Turkish army in thought they were, particularly after -they weromar- about an equal number of other and alien races, who Has the pleasure of announcing to her patrons that the field is by no means proportionate to the excess of Tied.—Norwich Bulletin. POPULAR PRICES, hate them and sympathize with their overwhelming her stock óí the former empire over the latter in population.. Gen« The report that Mr. Hayes "is treating with Demo foes. The Turk should receive the sympathy usually crata" is probably incorrect. The preponderance oi «rally speaking the numerical strength of the Rus- aocorded to the small or the under dog. And ho should testimony Is that Mr; Hayes never treats except when SPRING MILLINERY sian force availablo for invasive purposes is not much " farriners" are around. FINE GOODS also receive that sad admiration which is always be- AND FANCY GOODS greater than that of the Turks for defense'. But the stowed upon the brilliant desperado righting magnifi- When a newspaper man remarkatliat "the sod On the hillsides, within view, begins to look like a newly- IN Is now lull and oomplete. All novelties of the season Russian army of invasion is entirely composed of cently in a bad cause. brushod billiard table," we must infer that he doesn't received dally. All styles of regular troops, mainly veteruns of the barrack and confine his leisure moments exclusively to poetry. " the drill ground, if not of the field, while not more MILLINERY, WIDOWS AND DRESS CAPS Speaking of civil-service reform, there Is WiddoWs. M. D. Conway says that Rev. Dr. Parker aspires to than two fifths of the Turkishforce is regular, either be the - " Bcecher of London, but he has by no means SPRING AND SUMMER HITS. done at the shortest notice and In an artistic manner. Now Wlddows Is chiefly known as the agitator of that as to organization or discipline. ' the talent of Beecher. Nevertheless he has an endless awful museum of pot-metal which does duty in lieu flow of language and a congregation too uncultured MRS. M. J. HUNT; The very best Information attainable on this subject O UIC STOCK J S A'OW COMPLETE. of chimes up in the steeple of the church of Newman. to recognize his borrowings. His ordinary sensations comes through British and Austrian channels, and are effected by startling and strained inventions of octl-lyl 021 and 6X3 JO Street. I have a personal grievance in theso premises. I represents the actual strength of the regular Turkish situations and incidents between the lines of scrip- enjoy the use of a horse and buggy kept at a ture." army on the European sldo of the Bosphorus at WILLETF & RUOFF, DEY GOODS. stable under the shadow of that tall spire, and latt Key. Dr. Field says, anent the European question: ..." 178,000 combatants, of whom 28,000 arc cavalry, 22,000 Sunday morning I attempted to go out for a drive. " There are things worse even than war. There is a ap'22-2t5 , 905 Pennsylvania avenue. artillery and 128,000 infantry. Tho irregular forces My horse is a youthful and vivacious animal, of deli- steady oppression which kills a people, which crushes cannot bo accurately estimated, and their number and out all life and hope. Such a load cannot be removed MITCHELL & MARTIN, oate sensibilities and possessed of an exquisite ear for by gentle moans, by moral suasion; it can only be ex- efficiency depend ontlrely upon the. mannerin which melody. Just as I had gotten out upon the street ploded by fbrce, blowing away the terrible weight that HlTST HITS! HATS! (Succcssörs to John T. Mitchell,) the war Is conducted. The probability Is that in a with him last Sunday morning the fiend Widdows rests iiko a mountain on the hearts and lives of men. Such is the present state of Turkey. The condition of JUST INTRODUCED, AN ENTIRE war conducted on anything like civilized principles began his beastly jargon with that ill-assorted museum her christian subjects is simply intolerable." 931 Pennsylvania avenue, and localized upon a limited territory, the Irregular NEW STOCK or of pot-metal, and my pony, fancying doubtless that The average New Yorker begins by boarding, which forces of Turkey would prove of little value when pit- hell had just let out for noon, Immediately began Call special attention to their large and carefully se- lasts till there is a baby; then he takes a little house lected stock of ted against the trained battalions of tho Czar. But to drum an accompaniment with his heels upon the in Brooklyn; then he goes to Harlem; then out to HATS, SPRING STYLES, there is no discount on the Turkish regulars. I have dash-board, to the total demoralization of the gifted Orange, or Patterson, or Elizabeth ; then back to New York again to live in a part of a house, or a fiat,an d FOR MEN, BOYS AND CHILDREN, before me a description of the Turkish regular army Keenan, who was In the buggy with me, and to the that is where he is now. His worry at the present mo- GRENADINES written by an Austrian officer, about two years ago, to- infini to scandal of my friend Oryll, brother of tho late ment is this: He is sick of flats. Yes, sir; you may IN FINE FELT, SOFT AND STIFF, Adtai inistration, from whom I had acquired the viva- talk about flats, but he has tried them (flats made over gether with a roview of tho same by an officer of from a barn or a tenement house,) and the question Embracing the largest and In all Silk, and Silk and Wool Goods, the greatest British cavalry last year during the Servian cam- pious animal under the usual guaranty ofsound and Is, shall they take a cottage a "mile" out of the city, variety ot styles and colors oyer brought to this oity. paign. These unimpeachable authorities agree that kind." or shall his wife keep a boarding-house 1—Jennie June. GREATEST VARIETYTO BE FOL'XD III THE CITY Many new and novel styles in ih? regular Turkish anny, so far as It goes, is unsur- The Story of tho life of Pinchback of Louisiana Is a AND AT PRICES TO SUIT THE TIMES. The above may seem to be a digression, but it is passed in Europo as fighting material. Kerim Pacha, romantic one. His mother was a beautiful colored not. Tho horse was not to blame. Any horse that girl,.said to have been more Indian than negro. His JAMES V. DAVIS' SONS, PARIS DRESS GOODS, Its commander-lnrchlef, Is represented by both these would not signify displeasuro at the barbarous jangle father was a Major Holmes, well known in the South critics as one of the most accomplished soldiers in Eu- as an extensive planter, deep drinker and good liver. BLACK AND COLORED SILKS at very lownriees. of Widdows' collection of pofemetal should be con- est Pennsylvania Avenue. SUMMER SILKS from 75 cents to ,1.85. Having a passion for poetry, and being deep in his up22-2tl rope, both as to theory and practice, and the Eng- demned to work on the treadmill of a thrashing ma- cups, he named the bey born to the slave girl Percy, DOLMANS, POLANAISE SUITS, &c. lish officer goes so far as to compare him favorably chine, varied with the occasional propulsion of a buzz- Bysshe Shelley out of respect to his favorite author,' FRENCH CAMBRIC SUITS in the now colors and with yon Moltke, whom he is said to resemble in and Pinchback because, as he said himself, the child Spring Styles gtylQg. saw. Tho ghouls described by Poo as was not gold, not copper, not white, net black, not In- SUN UMBRELLAS, PARASOLS AND SUN- character and to rival as a strategist. But Kertm "They that dwell up in the steeple dian—in short, neither one thing nor tho other, but a SHADES. Pacha, according to the Austrian account, Is very old. All alone. little Of all. What kind of a life "little Pinch" led BUNTING AND SEASIDE SUITINGS. He was born in 1803 and began his military career as And who, tolling, tolling, tolling, under the care of his father and owner may be gath- NOW READY. HOSIERY, GLOVES, HANDKERCHIEFS, COR- Feel a glory in so rolling ered from the following incident: One day he was SETS, &0. ' a cadet of engineers in 1817. He has served in the with Major Holmes on a Mississippi steamboat; the We are dally making additions to our stock. One Russian wars of 1821,1828 29,.in the Persian war, and On the human heart a stone," sun was hot, and in the shade of an awning the plan- Price Only. ap!5-3t» were accomplished musicians by comparison with the in Aslatlo Turkey during the Crimean conflict, which ter with his friends played poker for high stakes, and fiendish W iddows. The tender spot in which 1 de- tO quiet his nerves drank deep draughts of ieed whisky BROADWAY J^BRESS HATS, is a very thorough experience for a fighting ooin- CLOTHING. sire the policy of civil-service reform to strike Wid- punch. The slave boy sat in a corner watching the mander. game and waiting for any orders whioh might be given dows is not in the direction of the steeple, however, The Austrian officer in his account says : by the players. While ho was oocupled In this way FROM 85 to ©8. " i found th e veteran Turk just waking from a nap. but in the r egion of tho Treasury Department, wliero the captain stumbled across him and demanded: . Ho looked more like an old cadi than like the leading he holds a sixteen hundred dollar clerkship, the "Whose nigger are you?" "Well, MassaCap'ln, I ALSO, don't 'zackTy know," was Pinch's reply. "I war military genius of an empire, with his placid face .and duties of which consist in drawing the salary and FINE SOFT AND STIFF FELT HAT'S OF THE his flowing white beard and locks. But 1 soon found Major Holmes' boy, but he done bet me on two little MOST APPROVED PATTERNS. that he was a soldier to the core when he began to loafing about the street and the box-offices of the pair and lost. I'se got to see the game through 'fore I BOYS' AND CHILDREN'S HATS, NEW talk. He spoke mainly of the organization of stand- theaters; varied by froquent black-mailing of the can answer your question." The hoy had told the SHAPES. exact truth. His unnatural father, having no other ing armies on a peace footing, and soemed to have agents of minstrel troupes and operas on the strength Fine assortment of SILK, ALPACA AND GING- devoted most of his study to the improvement of the stake, bet him against $1,000 and lost. HAM UMBRELLAS. quarters, clothing and commissariat of his troops of fraudulent representations that he controls the WALTER KEH, Hatter, during the last twenty years of peace. He has cer- dramatic columns of theStar and other elty journals. 1419 Pennsylvania avenue, above Willard's Hotel. tainly accomplished wonderful reforms In these direc- Why the Government should be taxed sixteen hundred A H'linle off Southampton. oct29-ly tions, lor under his administration the Turkish army, [From the Graphic.] from being the worst fed, poorest clad and most dollars a yoar to' perpetuate the pot-metal nuisance wretchedly sheltered force In Europe, has come to be of those Metropolitan Chimes and to preserve from Yesterday a forty-barrel whale was taken off South- MISCELLANEOUS. one of the best appointed in these respects." ampton, Long Island. Over two hundred years ago police-court vagrancy the pious dead-beat who bangs some of Cromwell's old soldiers and other stern and This extract may serve to convey some notion of tho them, is an enigma to all who are not familiar with rigid Puritans crossed over from Connecticut and set- tho peculiar North Methodist plan of political salva- tled on the south side of Long Island. They came COLEMAN'S bra i ns that are to guide the blows of Turkey's fighting from the Hamptons of England, and they left the arm. tion and the religion of Federal patronage. If this name of Hampton wherever they went. They "Hamp- The Englishman's account of old Kerim was written pap is withdrawn it is probable that Widdows and his toned" Old Long Island's sea girt shore right and !SUPERIO R BATHING AND SHAVINCf jargon would eoase to afflict the neighborhood, while, lolt. They made East, West, North and South Hamp- u year later and while thé veteran commander was ton. They threw a plank over a brook and called It Conducting his operations before Alcxlnatz. He says : by way of softening tho janglo of those bells, a Chinese Bridge Hampton. The surroundings of all these j SALOONS. " The old Pacha was for thé greater part of the time band might be employed to beat an orchestra of gongs Hamptons were in a certain accordance with the prin- | indisposed to leave his comfortable tent when his to call the faithful to prayer. clples oi these men. Even as to-day, on Southampton You can get Hot and Gold Baths if to 324 Eighth you forces were stationary, and when they wero in motion beach human voices' rattle, clatter, gossip and bustle he accompanied them in a roomy coach or upon a go; . are lost in tho steady, never oeasing roar of the Atlan- Ooleman you'll meet, whom perhaps you know, litter; always smoking and incessantly studying his A rural journal in tho Fat West takes THE CAPITAL tic. For It beats there with a force and fury unknown maps. I have seldom seon such affectionate devotion at Rockaway or Coney Island. Hero tho Puritans A barber so dexterous,obliging and neat as that displayed toward tlio veteran by the members to task for frequently roforring to Father Gobrlght's settled, and nature's voice and surrounding character- That if he shaves you once you'll call it a treat. . of his stall, lie was disinclined, to converse concern- penchant for news which Is devoid of Interest. This Is His mode is perfection you all must know istics were even sadder than their own faith and ex- If once to hiB Palace you conclude to go : ing his operations, but èntered iïitô discussion of the only one of an inflnlto series of cases where our best perience. Naught then as now might be heard save organization and discipline of the armies of the vari- the. steady moan of Old Ocean. It seemed a never His razors are sharp, his chairs lust the thing, ous Powers with great alacrity and with surprising ac- intentions have beon misconstrued by the stupid rural ending wall of shipwreck, disaster and drowned men. In short, of all BARBERS COLEMAN'S the king. curacy of knowledge. He could tell me many things editor. It is true that I novor suffer to escape any op- So in the hearing of this tremendous dirge, from 1640 ap8-4t6 about the British army which I never knew before. He portunity of properly noting tho venerable Father Go- to 1740, they lived, married, died and were buried. At knew the detailed history of every Austrian regi- brlght's success as a purveyor ol uninteresting news that last date no centennial of self-glorlflcatlen was ment.1' thought of. AH as ever quite remote, solemn, dirge- J. F. ELLIS & CO., But it has always been my impression that everybody like. Only whales to break the quiet Whales came SOLE AGBNTS TOR And so on for quantity. I have amplified upon this know that this pcbuliar tact is prociseiy what consti- blowing, thrashing, fluking and spouting. Whalos point for' tho' purpose of correcting what seems to be a Irreverent thrashed their tails about close off South- tutes excellence in a Washington Agent of tho Asso- ampton on Sunday as on any week day. The Puritans THE CELEBRATED CHICKERING provalent notion on this side of the sea that there is ciated Press. For long years Father Gobright has soon found that whales wore profitable. OH and bone AND no intelligence at the head oi the Turkish soldiery conducted the Agoncy of the Associated Press at this brought much needed hard money from abroad. The whereas the fact is that Europo does not contatn a point, purveying news lor journals of every shade of chase too allorded excitement and recreation, though had they recognized It as such they would have dis- FAMOUS WEBER PIANOS, more thoroughly trained military mind or a more en- political view, and he has given complete satisfaction— owned it: The people of Southampton built boats and thusiastic student of the art of war in its most refined simply because in all that time ho has never been carried on " shore whaling." Then they built schoon- know* to utter an opinion, make a suggestion, indulge ers and sent them on short cruises off the coast. Then THE SMITH AMERICAN ORGAN! sense, than is old Kerim Pacha, the Turkish oomman- they built ships and sent them on nine months1 voy- der. The old man's pride in his regulars was evinced in a fancy or emit a spark of humor in his voluminous ages to the Brazil Banks. Finally they built and by a remark ho rnado when his English visitor alludod dispatches. bought larger ships and se,nt them on one, two, throe Pianos find Organs Oarelully Tuned and Repaired and four year voyages. So the business gradually in- by skillful workmen. Satisfaction guaranteed. to tho Bulgarian butcheries. " All " said he, those It is oasy to conceive of the disturbance that would creased. It was followed during the Revolution; it were the Circassians. My childrenwaving his follow the adoption of any other system by Father was in a vigorous youth in 1812; it reached its prime 987 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, NEAR TENTH STREET hand toward the tents of his regular soldiery— in 1848. Then came a sudden decadence and decay. Gobright at this focal center of political powor and To-day not a ship of the fleet remains, yet the great WHITING'S " would not have done those things." distributing point for political Intelligence.' Father and greater grandchildren of the Puritans of two hun- This regular force of, sày 175,000 men, if wo may bo» dred years ago harpoon and lance their solitary whale Gobright is by no moans devoid of views, destitute of off Southampton. And now that the great fleet of SXRATT IIA.T BLEACHEBY, Aleve the reports of the most Impartial military ob- opinions or Incapablo of humor. He is, on the other vessels from New Bedford, Nantucket, New London servers, is hot surpassed by any soldiery in Europe in hand, an old gontleman oi remarkable attainments, and Sag Harbor havo for the last twenty years been so 9X4 I'ZNJfSYLVAlflA ArEUVE, any respect of warilko efficiency. But it is still vastly wide information and .most genial converse, And the decreased, and the leviathan has had a breathing spell for recuperation, who knows but that even ho. "in- South Sldo, betwoen Ninth and Tenth streets. inferior in number to its antagonists, and the most most wonderful thing in bis career is the fact that he creasing and multiplying," may not again swim in . that can be expected of its irregular auxiliaries is to manages to repress his own.capacity and suppress his every sea, and once more by such Increase fill the READY FOR REITNISH1NQ AL.L THE SPRINO di vert the attention of a portion oi the Russian army, strong Individuality as completely as be does to pro- Ochotsk and Kainschatka as of yore with ships manned by the hardy whalemen of Southampton ? and so reduce to some extent the disparity of num- duce those dispatches whose uniform dullness, dryness mar26-ti5 STYLES. bers which exists between the two regular forces. and lack of interest, make them invaluable to the HowoveiVlt must bo repiombcred that the Irregular multifarious constltuency of newspapers which prints Turkeys In Enrope. NEW GOODS! STYLISH SUITS TO MEASURE, FROM »25 Tutkit^h infantry did considerable elioctive fighting thorn. 1 doubt if Father Gobright could bo replaced UPWARD. It is believed thatturkeys were introduced into Eng- Now in store and daily receiving1, tho ' most exten- in case he should abandon the post he fills so well. FASHIONABLE READY MADE SUITS, FROM oh the main line of battle in front of Aloxinatz just at land l'roin America by William Strickland,¡.lieutenant sive assortment of WALL PAPERS over exhibited *10 UPWARD. thé close,of the Servian campaign, and it is not im- At all events, lie could not be successfully superseded to Sebastian Oabot, in the time of Hunry VII. Frank- in this city, including the oeiebratod designs of East- WAMSUTTA SHIRTS, READY MADE, FROM by any journalist now known to Washington corres- lin always said that the wild turkey should have been lake, Morris and Dresser, with Dados, Friezes and »1.12}

quiet little lady, well bred and graceful. The dress are to the effect that the officers and soldiers alike are MEDICAL. PHILADELPHIA GOSSIP. worn by her on this occasion was pronounced by the so bound down to mechanical routine as to make poor MEDICAL. skirmishers. Their whole notion of skirmishing seems ladies a marvel of good taste. It was yellow—butter- Une Bataillé des liâmes—She Would and She Would to be that each man must keep at five feet distance cup yellow—relieved by branches of daises, butter-cups from his neighbor. Of cover, of rushes from shelter Not—Stage-Setting—Ueury Peterson*« Helen—Bay- to shelter, or groupings, they showed no idea. One PROPRIETARY and laces almost as yellow as the dress. The lawn English officer on the spot expressed the opinion that ard Taylor and Boker—1"D. P."—A Garden Party— looked groen, but tho ladies preferred to romain in the they could never be put into action, except in column, house, so the affair resolved itself Into a kettledrum. or as an irregular swarm, without cohesion. This is Bank vs. Lore. the most serious charge brought against them as PILES. AriUL 28. .Miss Kelly, a new mezzo-soprano, sang a rondo from troops. MEDICINES Aimec lias gone, and we havo Soldene at the Arch Crispiijo c la Coroare; David Cerna, a young Mexican After balancing the results of the latest tests of Street Theater, lielore Almcto went, however, she composer, played a fantasia, ; outside of these selec- Bussians and Turks as soldiers, it appears that the tions no music was given. The song and the fantasia Russians have so far shown the most familiarity with DR. CHANDLER, F.R.S.A., acted the part ol' mediatrix, and triéd to throw oil on modern tactics. The intelligence of the noble classes some very troubled waters. It seems that five ladies were excellent, and it was refreshing to find a hostess who lurni8h tho officers has proved sufficient to Late Physician fo St. George's and Si. Bartholo- of her company were assigned to the samo dressing- unwilling to destroy their effect by inflicting amateurs counteract the ignorance of the rank and filo. As mew's Hospitals, London, Curator to officers they are greatly superior to the Turkish offi- St. Elizabeth's, etc. room in the Walnut Street Theater. These ladles on her guests. cers, on account of a better education, and fighting in THE ONLY KNOWN SUEE wero Mile. Branclart, .Letrelller, Mathllde, ' Marthe The permanont exhibition will open soon—on tho the extended order of modern tactics demands a high After years of the most laborious re- and Omont. tenth of May. There is quite a demand for lots near grade of intelligence in company officers. Here tne search and investigation, and after the Turks are wofully deficient. Their Pashas /brigadier Mile. Branclart enters one evening and demands the grounds. Bar-keepers and refreshment stands practical application in treatment twthon- generals,) Beys (colonels) and BImbashis (lieutenant sands of patients, Geo. Chandler, A.M., that Mile. Omont vacate a cornej of the dressing- are preparing to make hay, if the sun shines. colonels) are generally men of fair education, but all M.D., now presents to the American pub- room. Mile. Omont refuses, and appeals to the stage Archbishop Wood, accompanied by a retinue of below that are nearly as ignorant as the rank and file, lic the following remedies, his sole dis- as a class. manager's, Darcy's, decision. Upon this Mile. Bran. Catholic priests and laymen, started for Bomo on CURB. covery and property» the efficacy of which It needs no great penetration to divine that the is attested in th* voluminous quantity of ciart"goes for"—if we may bo allowed to use slang Wednesday. The wharves were crowded, and the Turks go into battle with the Bussians heavily handi- te8timonlalSf the unsolicited offerings of when ladios are in question—Mile. Omont, and steamer glided out into the Delaware under a sky capped by ignorance. The comparison between the suffering and discouraged patients, who the latter retaliates by Insinuating that if Mile. Bran- bluer than the pilgrims will find in Italy. two is much the same as that between Prussia and have not only received relief and benefit France in 1870, though both are on a lower plane. It front their continued use, but have been clart were a vestal virgin in the oldon titno she would 1 notice that Lady Blanche Murphy has an article is not unwise to assume that the same results will radically cured of ailments and chronic have been buried alive long ago. We draw a veil over in LippincotVs Magasine for May. Lady Blanche is a follow Turkey, unless help comes from elsewhere. complaints, which have been adjudged by the scene that followed. true-hearted woman—a woman who, taking an oppo- the most eminent physicians as hopeless. "C'étaitterrible,"said Aiince, "onMonday evening site course lrom that of most American women in so- MEDICAL. about nine o'clock, between the first and second acts of ciety—gave up ihfiuential friends, competence, rank, La Boulangerea des Ecus this affreuse aff aire occurred. for love. Sho is a daughter of the Earl of Noel. She THE WONDERFUL I desire to say," continued Almee, addrossing the Is one of those rare women who, liko some flowers, WHAT I KNOW ABOUT VE6ETINE. DR. CHANDLER'S court and flourishing a well-gloved hand towards her bloom onco in a hundred years. I am enthusiastic, EGYPTIAN BLOOD-PURIFIER. interpreter, Maurice Grau, •* that Mile, fitmojit had a but I will not gush. Her history is romantic. Mr. SOUTH BOSTON, May 9, 1870. IliEMAIt. perfect right to (he position she occupied in the dress- H. R. STEVBNS, ESQ.: Murphy was organist in a village church. Lady Dear Sir—I have had considerable experience with This incomparable DJEP JJJiATIVF, is ing-room. When I learned of the difficulty I was Blanche met him. The organistand tho earl's daugh- tho VEGKTINB. For dyspepsia, general debility and a powerful ALTERATIVE, TONIC,DI- much'shocked, espeoially as it . happened between ter fell in love. They were married, and they are still impure blood, the VEGETINK is superior to anything PILON. UltETIC, DIAPHORETIC, and APERI- young ladies whom I had always regarded as being which 1 have ever used. I commenced taking VEGE- ENT, combining virtues which render in love, which is the strangest part of it. Of oourse TIXE about the middle of last winter, and, after using it invaluable and• never-falling, and by amiable and peaceful, and particularly when I heard Lady Blanche's family could not countenance such a a few bottles, it entirely oured me of dyspepsia, and my itft continued use will thoroughly eradi- blood was never in so good condition as at the present that Mile. Omont had been kicked in the most un- mesalliance, so Lady Blanche and her husband-lover cate all diseases of the blood. Its ingre- ladylike way." time. Jt will afford me pleasure to give any further dients are of a purely harmless coctrac-• fled to New York, and the Lady Blanche writes, and particulars relative to wnat I know about this good tlon, the products gathered from yemote After a great deal of testimony and discussion the writes well for money. Amor omnia vincit, in this ease medicine to any one who will call or address mo at Egyptian Provinces, and where there is my residence, 380 Athens street. injured fair promises to withdraw the charge if her the slightest taint of disease in the sys- at least. Let us hope that lovo may conquer the Very respectfully, MONROE PABKEB. tem, it never falls in ejecting that disease doctor's bill is paid. world. Artists have represented Cupid In every atti- 386 Athens street. through the medium of the shin, or ex- "Never!" cries the fiery Branclart. "1 will ,give tude, but never have I seen the rosy boy counting gold pelling it through the. many and, various THOUSANDS OF CASES CURED EFFECT- channels of tho body, thereby allowingr forty dollars to the poor, but .never a cent to that or raking in dividends. Nothing, however, is impos- Dyspepsia. and, indeed, forcing all the organs into woman !" sible. their proper normal and functional con- SYMPTOMS.—Want of appetite, rising of food and Aimpe gave her testimony quietly, and seemed Ole Bull played at a matinee to-day. On Monday dition• A very brief space of time will wind from the stomach, acidity of tne stomach, heart- UALLY BY THIS convince anu vat lent using it, of its un- much disappointed when Mlle. Branclart indulged in we shall hear the Albitcrs and Palininl Opera Troupe burn, dryness and whiteness of the tongue in the doubted reliability and wonderful cura- her dramatic elocution. morning, sense of distension in the stomach and tive properties, it oelng, most unquestion- in Italian. Bepertolre : Verdi's Don Carlos, Un Ballo bowels, sometimes rumbling and pain; eostlveness, ably, the very acme of medical triumphifr The ladies,-Omont and Branclart, were attired, in and Blgoletto. The leading ladles will be Palmlnl which is occasionally interrupted by diarrhoea, pale- and the greatest discovery of the present ness of tho urine. The mouth Is clammy, or has a sealskins and jewels, and alternately took possession and Persian!. M. v. E. age, in the treatment of every disease of the hearts of the spectators by their dramatic fervor. sour or bitter taste. Other frequent symptoms are WONDERFUL REMEDY. where the blood itself is primarily the waterbrash, palpitation of the heart, headache and seat of the lesion or' disorder, such as Mile. Branclart was held in six hundred dollars.ball, disorders of the senses, as seeing double, etc. There SCROEVLA and the thousand and one which was promptly furnished by—her husband. TACTICS IN TURKISH WARS. is general debility, languor and aversion to motion: causes that lead to this terrible affliction, dejection of tho spirits, disturbed Sleep and frighttm The apparition of this individual shocked every- of which all,, civilized communities are How tli« Sadowa and Crimean Campaigns dreams. cognizant, for IHblical Truth has assert- body. What right had a blooming boufflste with such ed that the " Sins of the fathers shall an unnecessary appendage ? Everybody immediately were Conducted. visit'even unto the third and fourth gen- sympathized with the charming Omont until it was [From the Graphic.] Gained Fifteen Pounds of Flesh. erations,*' and to IfROKEN-DOWN AN1> ENEEE ft LED CONSTITUTIONS it is a whispered tirât she too had a husband, when the tide The declaration of war by the Emperor of Bussla gives special Interest to everything that relates to SOUTH BERWICK, ME., Jan. 17, 1872. powerful rejuvenator, causing the wreck turned, it is hoped, towards more worthy objects. either or the parties to the contest. Not only the mili- H. R. STEVBNS, ESQ.: of man once more to assume the Qod-lilce Dear Sir—I have had dyspepsia in its worst form for form of manhood. On last Monday night Oolley Gibber's She Would tary condition and resources of the nations must be tho last ten years, ana nave taken hundreds of considered, but the present method of wagtng war 1 and She Would Not was announced at the Chestnut ; must be taken into account in forecasting results. dollars worth of medicine without obtaining any re- PILES. HEMORRHOIDS. Eor C OTANEO US DISEA SES, URIN- but " for the first time in the history of this house," lief. In September last I commenced taking the ARY DISORDERS, CONSTIPATION OR The campaign in Sadowa opened a new era in war- VEGETIXE, since which time nur health has steadily COSTIVENESS, LIVER AND KIDNEY said the manager, an apology had to be made. Misa fare. The change occurrod in tootles, not in strategy. Improved. My food digeste Well and I have gained COMPLAINTS, GENERAL AND NERV- Glover was too ill to take the part of Hypollta, and the It is owing to two causes, namely, the universal use of fifteen pounds of flesh. There are several others in OUS DEBILITY, RHEUMATISM, broechloaalng rifles for cannon and small arms, and play of Lemons was substituted. Sho Would and She this place taking the VEGETIKE. and all havo ob- PILON. GLANDULAR JSNLARCHSMEHTS, EPI- the increasednumbers of the armies that are used on tained relief. Yours truly, / THELIOMAS US CANCER, SCURVY, Would Not was brought out on Wednesday night, one field. The difference Is one of size of battle fields THOMAS E. MOOBE, AFFECTIONS OE THE BONES, INDO- with Miss Conway in the leading role, Miss Daven- and mutual distance of the combatants. Before 1806 Overseer of Card Boom, Portsmouth Oo.'s Mills. LENT ULCERS, E EM ALE COM- battles in Europe were fought by deployed lines and port as Bosara, Miss Annabel Dudley as Flora and PLAINTS (and to the gentler sex it is a columns of attack. Since that time the range and ac- Many causes tend to produce this boon lonff sought for by sensitive, suscep- Miss Llzfcie Harold as the saucy Villctta. curacy of modern weapons has compelled the intro- tible, and delicate females, as it takes duction of the skirmish line as the order of battle, and Miss Conway's Hypollta was fair. She was brisk, FEEL MYSELF A NEW MAN. direct action upon their ailments) AND the average distance of tho contending forces from painful and distressing state. The ALL EORMS OF CHRONIC DISEASE easy, jaunty, in her picturesque page-dress. She each other in that order has been increased to 600 NATICK, MASS., June 1,1872. IN WHICH THE BLOOD IS THE SEAT filled the part gracefully; that is all that can be said. yards. Any advance within that distance means a MR. H. B. STEVENS : OE THE TROUBLE, it is invaluable. A charge and hot work. Up to 1880 the reserves of the Miss Davenport was a trifle listless and indifferent, Dear Sir—Through the advice and earnest persua- perseverance with this remedy will prove front line were placed in massos about 500 yards to the sion ef the Bev. E. S. Best of this place, I have been blood is regarded in its return/ the a positive and permanent cure for but she was a very pretty Dona Rosara. Lizzie Harold rear.» Now they are kept at least two-thirds of a mile taking VBGETINE for dyspepsia, of which 1 have CTLILLS and FEVERS and all MALA- would be one of the best soubrettes on the stage if she from the enemy, under cover, and If cover is absent suffered fbr years. RIAL POISONS. the artillery makes good praotlce on them at a mile. I have used only two bottles, and already feel my- too frequent use of drastic purgatives would only keep her eyes from sweeping the audience, These facts must be remembered in estimating the self a new man. Respectfully, ,!.Thousands of Testimonials attest the and be a little more particular about knowing her Ohances of the present war in Turkoy. The results of DR. J. W. GARTER. truth of these claims. lines. Her Polly, in Caste, is a thing to be remem- thè campaign of 1828-9 and the Crimean war must be Price, One Dollar, in large bottle, or viewed in the light of modern tactics before a paral- tends to produce congestion of the six bottles, $5, ^^^ bered. lel can be safely drawn, and a short account of the Griffith's Don Manuel was simply perfection. He leading events of those-wars may help us to rational GOOD EVIDENCE. conclusions on the chances of tho present oontest. bmvels, torpid action of theliver and reclined in his great chair and oengra tulatod himself CINCINNATI, November 26,1872. DYSPEPSIA. on the marriage of the deceitful Bosara. "Now," he In 1828-'9 Turkey included all the provinces north MR. H. B. STEVENS :' of the Danube up to the Austrian frontier, and the OA ST RON. said, "1 can go to sleep with my door'open, for my DEAR SIR—The two bottles of YEGETINE furnished river Pruth was her boundary from Russia. The me by your agent my wife has used with great benefit. numerous other causes are the sotirce GASTRON is a safe, speedy, and posi- daughter is married," and his ecstacy of thankfulness general shape of the empire was an 'irregular square, For a long time she has been troubled with dizslness tive cure for that most depressing of ail- was worthy of au artist of the Comedie Française. with Moldavia, like the "pan-handles'^ of Virginia and eostlveness; these troubles are now entirely re- ments, attil a brief course of treatment will and Texas, in the corner Detween Austria ana the moved by the use of YEGETINE. of this complaint, and hitherto noth- restore the digestive organs to their pris- The only objection to becoming an habitue of tho Black Sea. To get at Constantinople Ruusia had to She wa9 also troubled with dyspepsia and general tine strength, and promote the healthy Chestnut is that it spoils you for tho other theaters. march through the " pan-handle." So she has to-day. debility, and has been greatly benefited. action of the stomacli and intestines. The Across the middle of turkey, from west to oast, runs We have excellent theaters here—the Arch, tho Wal- THOMAS G1LMORE, ing effectual has been presented to the nervous irritability of literary and all the Danube. It curves north from Silistria toGalatz, 229% Walnut stroet. persons pursuina a sedentary life, is nut, the Academy ; but the plays, under Geinmill Ac- thence east again to the sea. It divides Bulgaria speedily removed by this agent. The Scott's management, are a liberal education in them- from Boumania, which includes Wallachia and Mol- stomach is restored to health and the key- davia, and forms the first barrier on the road to Con- public which would rapidly alleviate note of tin', system will once more respond selves. For instance, the soene of Colley Cibbor's stantinople. Across the south of Bulgaria lies the Kclial>ie Evidence. comedy (the plot of which, by the way, he probably in the performance of labor. Balkan range, forming the second barrier. MR. H. B. STEVENS—Dear SIR: I will most cheer- Price, One Dollar, in large bottle, or borrowed from Lope de Vega,) Is in Madrid—the four In 1828-'9 the Russians had only 80,000 men availa- fully add my testimony to the groat number you have symptoms and ultimately prove an six bottles, $S. last acts in Don Manuel's house. At the Walnut they ble for their first army, but were able to feed it with already received in favor of your great and good medi- reinforcements. It was commanded by Diebltsch. cine, YEGETINE, for I do not think enough can be said would probably have pushed on "-an interior" repre. who earned by his second campaign tho surname oi in its praise, for 1 was troubled over 30 years with that sentlng nothing in particular, with a crack down the Sabalkauskl or Trans-Balkanian. from being the dreadful disease, Catarrh, and had such bad coughing effective cure. In PILON tve have a middle ;. at the Academy they would have shown the first Russian general to pierce the Balkan Moun- spells that it would seem as though I oould never BRONCHITIS AND LUNG tains. Diebltsch crossed the Pruth and marched breathe any more, and YEGETINE has cured me, and I same G-otbic pillars as they use for the Druid's Temple straight for U-alatz and Slllistrla. The Turks fought do feel to thank Grodall the time that there is so good remedy which not only acts almost in- in Norma; at the Arch things would have gone bettor, no battle In the open field, but hugged their for- a medicine as YEGETINE, and I also think It one of the AFFECTIONS. but not very well. At the Chestnut we had a superb tresses, which they defended with their usual obstinacy. best medicines for coughs and weak, sinking feelings TRACHEON, After several long and fruitless sieges Diebltsch sud- at the stomach, and advise everybody to take the interior, oriental, ornate, with wealth of gold and denly made up his mind to disregard the fortresses YEGETINE, for 1 can assure them it is one of the best stantly, but will remove the largest A slight so-called cold will ofttlmes coloring, pendant pomegranites and jealous lattices, lead to a serious cough, which, uncared and push right on to Constantinople. He did so. and medicines that ever was. for . or badly treated, must have but one through whiefc black Spanish eyes seemed to peer. It the Turks Were so much demoralized by his boldness MBS. X. GORE, result—it must eventuatef in a settled case was exactly a Mauro-Spanlsh interior, as'described by that they offered no serious resistance. He finally Corner Magazine and Walnut streets, tumors of the parts (JPiles) by absorp- of BRONCHITIS, or what is worse, the reached Adrianople. where the Sultan came to terms Cambridge, Mass. Washington Irving. and signed the treaty under which all the provinces deadly CONSUMPTION. To all Suffering north of the Danube still hold their nominal indepen- from harassing cough and expectoration, Next week we are to have John Brougham's new tion, and many who have received TRACHEON offers a sound, reliable, and dence. Diebitsoh was called back from what might A_i>i>re elation. „ permanent relief. It augments expecto- play of Slander, which is said to be "the coming have been a march Into Constantinople by the sudden ration, and enables the patient to expel American play." These American plays are always - breaking out of the Polish rebellion, and Turkey es- CHARLESTOWN, Mass., March 19.1889. that terribly septic deposit, which, if left caped further punishment until 1853. H. B. STEVENS—Dear Sir: This is to certify that 1 not only benefit, but have been radi- "coming." Brougham's play is Bald to bo good; so without judicious treatment, must com- The beginning of the Crimean war witnessed an have used your "Blood Preparation" (YEGETINE) in municate its jtoison to the vesicular sub- was Bret Harte's, Nym Crinkle's and the rest. exact repetition of the first campaign of Diebltsch. my family for several years, and I think that fbr Scrof- stance of the lung, degenerating and de- Speaking of American plays, there is ono which, 1 The Bussians again advanoed through the "pan- ula and Cankerous Humors or Rheumatic Affections cally cured, have been assured (prior stroying that most essential of organs, handle," and a second time was Sillistrla besieged. it cannot be exoelled : and as a Blood Purifier and and ultimatcs only in an early and un- think, deserves well of those epicures, tho critics. It It was defended with skill and success by Omar Pasha, spring medicine it is tne best thing I have ever used,, timely death. TRACHEON has no equal, ran two weeks here last year. I mean Henry Peter- but there would have been little doubt as to its ulti- and 1 have used almost everything. I oan cheerfully to using this treatment) by eminent much less a superior, and its use will not son's Helen. If a play by a Phiiadelphian ran two mate fall had not the Russians been called of! to Sebas- recommend it to any. one in need of suoh a medicine. only remove the deposit, thereby affording topol by the English and French. So small in those Yours respectfully, great relief, but heals the membrane and weeks in Philadelphia it would run two months any- days was the disposable force of BulBla,despite 1,000,000 MBS. A. A. DINSMOBE, leaves the patient in possession of healthy where else. This is the city of brotherly love, and we men on paper, that the Turkish war had to be aban- 19 Russell street. surgeons that the only relief they ever lung tissue. hate one another as brothers generally do. It doned. The siege of Sebastopol taxed all the re- Price* Fifty Cents per bottle, or six Is singular that the author has not produced it in New sources of the empire. bottles, $9.SO. - The nature of the armies in the two wars was varied. VEGETINE IS SOLD BY ALL DRUGGISTS. could expect in life would be by an York. It wants only the approval of those gods who When the Turks fought Dfebitsch they had just put ap-6 fotmerly dwelt in Arcadia to stamp it for a run of a down the fanatic Janissaries, and their Nizam, or hundred nights. The people liked it here ; the regular soldiers, were raw and stupid. They s till pos- Joseph. Ross, operation, and removing it or them PILES. Hemorrhoids. sessed their old Delhis, or light horse, closely re- critics, having each a play of his own, did not ; but it sembling the Mamelukes who fought Napoleon. 431 Ninth street, between D PILOJV. rail two weeks to overcrowded houses, and it was only These were the finest light cavalry of Europe, swift and E northwest, from the body by a procedure which Many causes tend to produce this pain- withdrawn because the previous engagements of the and daring riders, and expert with their razor-like ful and distressing state. The blood is- scimitars. The Busslan Infantry was renowned lor its thetter necessitated its withdrawal. Ford ought to PRACTICAL TRUSS MAKEB, retarded in its return / the too frequent patient immobility under fire and its iron discipline, use of drastic purgatives tends to produce produce it, (with new sooner?,) at the National, and put the cavalry was far inferior to that of the Turks. necessitated the knife. This remedy congestion of the bowels, torpid action of give jou blase Washingtonians a thrill. The Cossacks, who had done such wonders In Ger- Sole Agent for the District of Columbia fbr the best the liver, and numerous other causes are many and France when plunder was plenty, became ELASTIC TRUSS, without metal springs. Patented the source of this complaint, and hitherto "W\ien Philadelphia ceased to be a literary center," cowardly In Turkey, where there was little to steal and 1873. Manufactured by the Pomeroy Truss Co., 746 has been hailed with delight, and is nothing effectual has been presented to nothing but hard knocks to get. It was their ineffi- the public, which would rapidly alleviate says Bayard Taylqr, in the Echo Club, " the tone of ciency during this campaign that caused their total Broadway, NeW York. society there seemed to change. Instead of tho open A complete assortment of Hard Rubber and all symptoms and ultimately prove an effect- reorganization some years later, but the process was other kinds of Trusses, Elastic Silk Stockings, Shoul- ive cure. In PILON we nave a remedy satisfaction of Boston in her brilliant circle of authors« so slow that it was not completed till after the Crimean der Braces, Supporters, &o., constantly on hand. now prescribed by many practising which not only acts almost instantly, but or the pasiive Indifference of New York, there is al- war. Ladles will be waited upon by Mrs. Boss. will remove the largest tumors of the parts During the contest of 1864-5 the Bussians found out je26-ly7 (Piles J by absorption, and many who most positive depreciation of home talent in Philadel- a great many weaknesses in their own system, while physicians, who are cognizant of its have received not only benefit, but have phia. Boker is most disparaged iù his native city and the Turks showed deoided degeneraey in their army. been radically cured, have been assured most appreciated in New England." The Turkish infantry fought well and steadily at Sll- DR. A. COOK TIIAN8EAU (prior to using this treatment) by emi- listrla, behind entrenchments, but earnod nothing but Has given over twenty years to the study and practioe merits, as the only luioivn sure cure nent surgeons that the only relief they True, in New York there is corps and no esprit; in contempt In the Crimea. The Busslan Infantry dis- of Private Diseases, whether of recent date or long ever could expect in life, would be by an Philadelphia there is esprit and no corps; it is only played all Its old steadiness, but the Busslan cavalry standing, having had large experience in charge of operation, and removing it or them from in Boston that you have esprit de corps. made only a respectable figure in the war. Tho Turks Yenereal Department U. S. IHospital, insures perfeot the body bu a procedure which necessitat- had no cavalry worthy of the name, except the Bashi- cures in the shortest time. Skin Diseases. Loss of Power for PILES. ed the knjfe. This remedy lias been hailed Boker is somebody here—in the- Union League Bazouks. who strongly resembled in their thieving and Diseases of Women treated with skill and secrecy. with delight, and is now prescribed by Club; outside of that effete organization nobody unreliability the old Cossacks of Diebltsch. Well-defined cases treated by letter.. Private and sep- many practising physicians, who are cog- knows him. Phlladelphlans know as much about his The present war opens with great changcs in the arate office rooms. No. 711 Seventh street, above G, nizant of its merits, as the only known troops and tactics of both armies. The Turkish Nizam sure cure for PILES. poems as Washingtonians know about tho Bible. northwest. Office hours, 8 to 10 a. m., 1 to 3, and 7 to9 Price, Fifty Cents per package, or or regulars are greatly improved, both in infantry and p. m. ap8-lyr7 Price, Fifty Cents per package, or six Apropos of this and of D. P.'s "Sunday Meditations," cavalry, and as far as they go, may be called reliable for $2.60. a congressman said to me the other day, alter reading troops. Last September tnoy wero fully described six for $2. SO. with all their good and bad points by several English DR. ROGERS, one of the "Meditations," . correspondents.; who saw them at drill and in action THE ABOVE REMEDIES ARE thorough i n the eradication of the differ- " Where does D. P. got his information ?" with the Servians and Montenegrins. They fought well in the open field against the former, but poorly Consulting and Practicing Medical Elec- Sent by mail on receipt of price. ent and various maladies denominated, " Out of the book, 1 suppose; you'll find it on the against the latter. The Servians from all concurrent trician* and are the result of jtatlent, searching, slielf there." account seem to havo been poorly disciplined milita, laborious, and scientific investigation, embracing a period of many years, in A half hour passed. The congressman bowed his and the Montenegrins excellent irregulars for moun- NEBVOUS DISEASES AND DISEASES OF Sold by all Druggists and Dealers tain warfare. The Montenegrins fight in the same WOMEN A SPECIALTY. Europe and America. ruddy face over printed pages. A change passed over style which once mado the Turkish Janissaries so If the specific directions are complied Was the influence of Moody and Sankey hymns formidable to the columns of Busslan infantry, while OFFICE 809 NINTH STREET N. W. with, thousands of pdtietits will bear wit- gently stealing over his diamond-studded bosom ? the Turks have adopted the old style ef the Russian feb4-ly In Medicine throughout the World. ness to their relative merits, and corrob- u army. The Bashi-Bazouks appear to have distin- orate every assertion. Where there are BUme (?) it !" he cried, "1 can't find anything guished themselves chiefly for cruelty to tho helpless many complications of disease, and pa- about i\. D. P. has made it all up !" Bulgarians, but many of them are excellent Irregular Prepared solely by tients so desire, DR. CHANDLER will horsemen. These are tho leading features of the SQUIBB'S PREPARATIONS be pleased to give all information, anil I looked at the book, it was a bound volume of the AND treat by letter if necessary. Gentleman'» Mua ; Turkish army as developed last summer. a2 nr The latest opportunity of judging of the merits of English Extracts! Descriptive and Explanatory Circu- "D. P.," said a man, at tho Philadelphia Club, the Busslan artny is afforded by the Khlvan expedi- lar of the above remedies sent on receipt "oondetcends now to t* With Fall Line of Pharmaceutical I'rodoct«. of stamp. If the PROPRIETARY- » on good terms with nobody- tion. In that campaign the Russians appeared as MEDICINES are not on sale at your "Except heaven!' smart, aotive infantry, patientof privation, good march- Special attention given to compounding Physicians' DR. CHANDLER, ers, proof against the surprises of tho Turcomans, Prescriptions. Also, Soda, Vichy and Kissingen on particular druggist's, send orders to "A* I was about to say," continued the man, with a and fully conversant with the modern skirmishing draught. forced smile at the interruption, «but when he gets on system. Their Cossacks behaved as admirable light JOB. Pi. HODGKIN8, DR. CHANDLER, cavalry, always well in hand and under excellent dis- familiar terms with Saint Peter he will find too much 2006 7th 8t, y.W.t 3 doors above Boundary St. 1479 Broadway, New-York City. cipline. The Busslan artillory in that campaign was apao-1 alloy in the keys!" perfectly well served and the mitrailleuse was used to 1479 Broadway, New York, For sale by J. W. Drew, 9th st. and Pa. aye. Jan7-ly 1 do not understand how people can make such bad defend wagon trains with tremendous effect. The old Electricity In Life, jokes—on sacred subjects. ehildlike dependence of the Russian moujik appeared k A. supplied by raolis Belt., in. but one tning—an incapacity to take care of him. cure« Hheumntiini, Prostra. Where Orders can be addressed. ERY BEST PRICES PAID FOR The Countess D'Etragnes-Tissot gave a farewell self if his officers were killed. In all other points the Klon,Debility, and all Chron- V Russians seem to have fought very much like the TC and Kerroui Diseases. SECOND HAND CLOTHING-, garden party on the grounds of her house near Ger- Clrenlarsfr.«, P.J.WHITE, FOK SALE BY J. W. DREW, OOK. NINTH ROOTS, SHOES, &C., Germans, whom they imitate closely in their tactics. , - VW ?snd street, New rork. Hantown last Tuesday afternoon. The countess fs a The reports of eye witnesses of recent Turkish drills STREET AND PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE. AT JUSTH'S OLD STAND, r* ap8-18tT marl8-ly3 612 D street northwest. Orders by mall promptly attended to. BUU»-U 4 THE CAPITAL.—APRIL 29, 1877.

The most infamous ami insolent case of MINOR NOTES. TIIE YOU NO EDITOR of the Washington THE I?KW YORK NATION is not .edited in THE CAPITAL this sort within the last twelve yean Is the Nation is earnestly at work resurrecting the heaven, a» Comly humorously remarked, THKBK IS CONSIDERADLE DISTURBANCE in one known under the name that heads this body of the late Whig party. The intensity but is edited in England. This is not so the body politic, among its paid agents, the elevated as heaven, bnt enough above us to WASHINGTON CITY. article. Pronounced a fraud in all the courts of purpose exhibited by the young editor politicians, over thè prominence given the remindsone of the boy digging for the wood- enable the refined editor to sneer at every- to which It appealed, utterly wretched in State of Ohio. We are not especially dia., chuck, who said, "The family must have thing American. It is some oomfort to us BIISUI MOUSING APBIL 89,187Ï. character and ruined in association, it ap- turbed by this. It has struck us with sòme meat or hell." The youthful resurrectionist rude and wicked natives to know, however, pears before Congress, backed with ten mil- force during our checkered .career that claims to have got one leg out, but it is so from reading this high-toned sheet, that un- •II I.I.Y MoUAltRAKAX. lions of stock, upon the liberal distribution of braiD, like water, will find Its level, and If attenuated and decayed that we doubt its just assaults, orroneousstatementsand petit "The above name is significant of the Mexi- which a lobby was organized, made np of the at any time it is found that some locality standing power after being galvanized. larcenies are not wrongs if clad in correct -caulzed condition into which we liave fallen vilest and most desperate creatures known to has marked prominence, the philosophy It is proposed to stand the dead on three English. We are led to this by noticing in since the late -war. By the word Me \ican- the halls and corridors of the Capitol. may be road in our axiom. The attempt to chips of a platform as decayed as the party. the latest number before us that Martin L. r counteract this by a geographical dispensa- ized we mean that disregard of law which Every investigation that turned out a batch The first is money sufficient for tho wants Townsend is credited with our grave sug- tion has ever been a lamentable failure, for gestions to withdraw the troops from about leaves fraud or violence to triumph. of rogues to public exposure turned out at of trade, which would be much improved that It is4n opposition to a law of natnre. The and equally senseless by reversing the Sitting Bull, in vindication of local self-gov- The dispute over the New Idria quicksilver the same, time McGarrahan men. Convicts brass Jackson's clumsy horse rears in La- ernment, and to put the Republican party on fleeing from punishment and criminals escap- proposition and saying trade sufficient for mine which McGarrahan, representing the fayette Place with the rider apparently in the wants of money. The second chip is a reservation. We do not like being de- • I'anoche Grande Company, stock ten mil- ing conviction thinned the ranks of the Mc- defiance of the laws of gravitation. But it such internal improvements as are beyond prived of the credit of these statesmanlike lions, claims, is purely « question of title and Garrahan lobby. Every carpet-bagger was is only a seeming, for the cunning artist, by the power of private capital. As all im- views, even by suoh cultured English snob- •belongs exclusively to the courts. Over this tarred with the same stick. Every lobbyist making the tail solid and the head hollow, provements that the Government can be in- bery as the New York Nation. neither Congress nor the President has juris- caught black-mailing belonged to the same secured a balance. The time will, come duced to make for the benefit of private diction under our Constitution ; for the pat- gang. Every Congressman expelled, ex- when the bolt at the heels, rusted through, oapital are of this sort,the Government would will let the brass monstrosity fall upon its tint asked for from the land office is merely posed or indicted made that much of the evil be kept very busy and private capital quite THE ICE-WATERED ADVOCATES of temper- nose. given in the light of a quit-claim, which the foree organized for no other purpose than to idle. The third proposes incidental protec- ance, who organized themselves nnder the Government grants after compliance with the rob honest men of their liard-earned posses- The attempt to spread brain equally over tion. As the collection of money for this title of the Mrs. Rutherford B. Hayes Tee- laws governing the taking up and settling of sions. For years the post-office of the House, territorial limits, as if it were butter on a purpose is not an incidental steal, but a direct total Temperance Society, exhibited a dis- the public domain. In any litigation as to under the famous Bill King, was their bead- slice of bread, will work only whon in like payment of bounties to monopolists, the regard of euphony really unpleasant. The wording might also be amended. title existing at the time of the issuing of the quarters, and sheltered creatures upon whom, manner the tail is solid and the head a name jolt if over one's tongue like a wagon over a country road. We have not the honor patent, or at any time subsequent, the patent as time has shown, the penitentiary alone had vacuum, but it cannot last long. It is not necessary for our adolescent edi- Ohio comes to the front only because at tor to raise the dead to get supporters for of knowing Mrs. Hayes' given name, but or quit-claim of the Government settles a legal claim, some how we feol as, if it were Mahaly-— nothing as between private parties. the present writing Ohio has the brain. such political wisdom. Almost any living That our readers may not suppose that we There was a period when Virginia had in fool will rgadil-y subscribe to the three chips. Mahaly is a very popular name in Ohio and The dispute, then, is purely legal, and be- exaggerate in these sentences, we hasten to this way high prominence- And we look Instead of wasting time over tho departed, tho West generally. Now, an association longs to the courts for settlement, With no give a few facts in support of our assertions. back over lier past with small wonder at let the earnest youth corral Sergeant Bates, known as tho Mahaly Hayes Teetotal Tem- more right in Congress to interfere than Con- It will be remembered that Jacob D. Cox, a her power. The names of her statesmen Private Dalzell, Ell Perkins and Doctor perance Diplomatic Association would be a sweet thing and quite attractive. "What's gress would have by resolution to question gentleman widely known through his native are like fixed stars that mark out constella- Mary Walker. Old Ben. Wade is out of a tions in our best history. party. Why not harness in the old wheel in a name?" Well, let some one call yon a the title to the property upon which this State as a man of the highest integrity as well "boss" and you will find out. writing is being done. as of eminent ability, was crowded from Then we liad New England contending hoss and have a live organization ? Old Ben. would make an organization of himself. The PanocUc Grande Company, or Billy Grant's cabinet for attempting In the line of with Virginia in the brain power that moulds events and makes history. McGarrahan, which means about the same his duty to take up and dispose of the New THE SECRETARY OF WAR has it under se- Then came New York. What a galaxy of thing, seems to have been aware of this, for Idria Mining Company's claim to a patent. QUITE A ROW is being indulged in by rious consideration to send Colonel Town- brilliant men New York, and especially He gave no intimation of an intent to some over-nice people at the Hon. William send, the p. m. p. (pink of military pro- the courts were exhausted before the appeal northern New York, gave to the nation ! was made to Congress. The Pariochc Grande award the patent* to the claimant, bnt only M. Evarts continuing his law practice now priety) out after Sitting Bull. The Secretary Ohio, poopled by Virginia and New Eng- that lie is Secretary of State. As there is believes that if the p, m. p. makes himself Company claimed the property under a Mex- purposed taking up the ease. Our readers land at a time whon to be a pioneer called ican grant said to have been given by one will remember the correspondence. To at- nothing in the Constitution as amended, as disagreeable to Br. Maj. General Sitting for the purest type of manhood, offers as the nor in the moral code as taught by Beocher, Bull as he is to the War Department, that •Gomez and by him sold, in payment of a tempt to take up and hear the case was an net result of blood and brain the growing offense that cost him his position. to prohibit a Secretary of Stato from prac- renowned warrior will run howling into liquor bill of about $1100,to Billy McGarrahan, element of the country. It gave us such ticing in cases not affected by his position, Canada, who represents this ill-savored company of Now, nearly seven years after, the Presi- men as Ewing, Stansberry, Hunter, Oorwln, we consider the fault-finders far more nice ten millions of stock. The New Idria Mining Harmer, Read and Lytle of a past genera- dent, returning the papers to. the Secretary than wise. The country needs in its WAHKIN MILLER is said to be a very Company claims title under the United of the Interior, gave this extraordinary in- tion, and the blood, yet young and vigor- service men of Mr. Evarts' brain and ous, manifests Itself to-day. fatiguing young man 'round at his boarding States. This company asserts that having dorsement : , attainments. But suoh brain and at- house, and one of the afflicted was to see us first occupied the mine, opened and worked ExKctmvK MASSIOX, June l, 1875. Should Ohio determine to place In the old tainments fetch in open market from Si R: Tile Pros|(lent directs me to forward you tlio the other day to beg that we would urge his the same in accordance with the mining laws hall of the House two marble statues of lier thirty to fifty thousand dollars a year. appointment to a diplomatic mission. Well, papers In the New Idria claim and say that he has ex- leading intellect and governing element of To secure tho article desired then the Gov- -of California and recognized by the United amined the papers In the case; and while he thinks there Wahkin was not so happy in his domestio States, It Is entitled to undisturbed pos- the past they should be Ewlng and Oorwln. ernment miist either pay the" value or coiii- relations as to make us believe lie would is sufficient evidence on which to issue patents, yet ho Òf tho last named there can be no question. session and enjoyment; and so the courts thinks, in view of the subject having become a matter promise, as in tho case of Mr. Evarts, by shine in foreign relations. Through all time one may search in vain permitting the Incumbent to continue his liave decided. From the lowest tribunal of Congressional inquiry before the incoming oi his for one more " marked for genius, mag- first administration, it is better to defer final aotton private businoss. •having jurisdiction up, through years of liti- netism and that force of character which until the moetlng of Uongrees, and then refer the SOCIAL GOSSIP. gation, to the Supreme Court of the United jnakes a man a leader among men, If any We are a very stupid and inconsistent whole to that body for instruction. people. Our Congress votes away annually States, there is one uniform, scries of deci- L. 1J. LV'CKEV, Secretary. doubt exists as to the propriety of giving sions in favor of the New Idria Mining Com- the other place of honor to Ewing, a com- millions upon the most useless projects, Wine at the White House. The italics in the above arc our own. They pany, that pronounce the Gomez grant a promise might be effected by awarding it to originating in the army, navy, internal im- This subject, tliat lias so deeply agitated the circles, call attention to the fact that the President provements, harbor and river bills and triangles and squares of Washington, has, after fraud. Tecumseh, a patriot and warrior worthy the solemn consideration on the part of the Cabinet, male of the United States held a case for nearly renown. property donated to monopolies, and yet we pay our offioials just enough to secure cheap and female, regular, irregular and defective, con- - It was not until the courts were exhausted seven years in suspense, after dismissing one stitutional and kififchen, been put ilnally to rest. that the I'anoche Grande Company, through of his Cabinet for even daring to take it up for Ohio to-day holds her own, and tho late Johns where we need statesmen. There is contest for the presidency illustrates this fact We are to have wino at the White House. Billy McGarrahan, appealed to Congress. hearing, in which he admits that the evidence not a court in the country where the sheriff Our venerable and venerated Sam. Ward, who has more than aright else. When the combat be- And we have had for twelve years or more is so clear and conclusive that the claimants or marshal and clerk do not receive enough been holding himself in a state of organized indigna- tween legal giants was had two men from in the way of fees to enrich the incumbent tion meeting, adjourned sine die and refreshed ,the one of the most powerful lobbies ever organ- have a right to their patent. And then lie refers It to Congress, where the investigation Ohio carried away the larger part of the during his term of office, while the judges, indignant organization with some choice old wine ized on a private claim striving, as such lob- laurels. We refer to Stanloy Matthews and given him by Bismarck in return for a recipe Uncle means the presentation of a memorial, a upon whose learning and integrity dépend bies are wopt to do, through all the vile ave- George Hoadley. These were the leaders on oiir lives, liberty and property, are paid Samuel sent that eminent, statesman for the better reference of this memorial to the Judiciary mode of boiling a ham. nues of slander, bribery and abuse, to further the two sides—each for his party plannod, scarcely enough to keep'their families out Committee of the House, until the last hours . The Hon. William M. Evarts, nearly exhausted by Its end. And we have had the disgraceful organized and argued, and that Matthews of thé poor-house. This is our practical the protracted struggle, retired to his rooms ;at Worm- spectacle of one party of honest property- of the session, when, in the confusion of that won was owing not to Ills superior ability, wisdom, of which we boast so much and time, some such resolution as that offered by ley's, where, after a bath of asses' milk furnished him holders struggling to get away from Congress, but the lack of nerve oil the part of the have so little. by the great Henrl-Belglan-Pot-metal-Smooth-bore iwhlle the other is working with the same Mr. McCrary is passed the House. Democracy, Hoadley's followers. Sanfwar, he gave audience to a few irlends, and quite recovered his strength and spirits over a collation of 'Zeal for black-mail. And what.is Hie meaning of this? Simply However, this is not what we took our old wines. pen to discuss. We only wished to say TIIE POLITICAL CAULDRON is beginning This is precisely what it> moans, no more, that the horde of disreputable lobbyists that The jolly sea dog, late of the Wah-bosh, hastened that the prominence taken by Ohio is due to bubble in the Old Dominion. The average 110 less; for were the New Idria Company to gathered about and made a scandal of his to his cabin in the Navy Department buildings, and merely to the intellect of that great State, Virginian can keep cool In all elections, and withdraw from the contest and leave Billy administration—for they included the Dents, calling in some of >the old moss-covered, cockle-shelled and is her right. If one wants proof and not care much whether he is on the winning pumps, brought out his brown jug well tilled with the McGarrahan In full possession, not of the Caseys and other relatives—might fatten on illustration of this let one remember that or the losing side. But when the mother of .best of seasoned rye, and administered the same by lobby, but of Congress, it would be impossible the oppression of honest men. while Ohio returned Stanley Matthows to States chooses a governor to fill the chair word oi mouth, and amid mueh "shivering of timbers," to so frame a law as to go back of the courts Again, in that very debate over the McCrary where Henry, Tazewell and Wise once sat, " blasting of eyes" and hitching up of pantaloons, they the Senate Simon Cameron called the legis- all rejoiced with exceeding great joy. Notting so dis- • and put the Panoclie Grande Company in resolution, that sought to authorize tlio Gov- lative caucus of his huge unintellectual then it is that all the patriotism of her turbs the old jacktars, moss-covered and cockle-shelled, possession of property to Which It has no legal ernment to sue -for mineral products it .never Commonwealth together and Installed his sons shows itself, and each section puts for- of the Navy Department as to threaten their grog. light. In all this time no judiciary com- owned or claimed to own, the Hon. Benjamin son, Don Cameron, in his senatorial seat. ward zealously some favorite son which they By the bye, we have furnished us from tbo coast of mittee to winch the case was referred, save F. Butler delivered himself Of the following Simon held the position through fraud, and desire to see gain the coveted honor. There the Wah-bosh the log of the Aerial Goose, ktipt during one, found any right, legal or equitable, in tissue of misrepresentations: he bequeathed it to stupidity, and Pennsyl- are really only three men who stand any a perilous voyage of that eelebrated craft under the command of the now Secretary of the Navy, then Billy McGarrahan's claim; nor lias any On the 20th of January lie said : vania is content. chance to be the next governor of the old Commonwealth. The first on the list is Bkipper, that we purpose giving our readers at an friend in Senate or House been able to frame "Tho United States has hore four or live, or eight, or Ohio rules by tho divine right of brain, early day. It is full of thrilling adventures, and ex- ten, or twelve, or flfteon million dollars, nobody and until a superior can be found Ohio will Colonel Holleday of Winchester. The whole hibits the seaman-like ability of tills anci«nt mariner a law that would give him any hold upon the valley supports his claims, and lie starts in knows how much of quicksilver, and a company has continue master of the situation. We find in a way to inspiro confidence of the deepest sort in property. the convention with more solid strength the m inds of a pensive public. intruded upon it and has been using it day by day at nothing in this to mystify one, and certainly But the strangest feature, and the one that than any of the others. It is not improba- The poetib Mephistophelean Secretary of the Interior the rate of a million or two of dollars a year for the no reason for tears. •exhibits our Mexicanlzed condition more ble he will be nominated on the first ballot. hurried home, after giving an order for an unlimited last seventeon years." than any other, is that during all this time Colonel Holledayjs a handsome, soldierly- supply of lager and pretzels, and opening his piano, On the 1st of March he said, in answer to a OLD BEN. WADE, familiarly known as the soothed his weary soul with dreamy melodies from •of shameful lobbying in Congress, through the looking man, in the prime of life, and he lost question: wah-hoss of the Radicals, who is distin- his arm in the Confederate service. Next Chopin. ancre'will of the President the law lias been John Sherman found relief and relaxation in turn- "Against forty foreigners, who do not belong to tho guished by the sweetness of his voice and comes Major John Daniel of Lynchburg. A ing out a number of poor women and reducing the suspended and even a hearing denied the United States, who have intruded upon the lands of the suavity of his manner, (between our- very young man, about thirty. He is a very public debt to the oxtent of three dollars and thirty« parties at interest before the department the United Statos to tho amount of some eight thou- selves he has tho voice of a crow and the talonted youth and an oloquent orator. The seven and a "half cents. John took a glass of let* sand acres, as 1 am informed, and who have taken where it Is the duty of the official to act as a manners of a cow,) is out in a pleasant ex- water, that served to stimulate him to such an extent from the lands of tho United States property to the major is a great favorite with all newspaper judge, hear all sides and decide in accordance pression of disapproval anent his President, men, and if tho Lynchburger is the next that he said he could see distinctly a resumption of value of millions of dollars without right and without Rutherford B. Hayes. It looks to us as if specie payment in "79. with law and evidence. Thousands of other law.'1 governor ho claims the goal of his wishes Benjamin were somewhat disappointed. The Postmaster General fell into the krms of Tynor, i.ases precisely the same as this, in the time Now, to prove that this honorable gentle- by reason of the press influence. He also is this struggle has been going on in the lobby, That there may be no doubt on this point, crippled by a wound received in the Con- his wicked partner, and wept. He said, between sols, man either willfully misrepresented the facts, Benjamin uses strong language, One can that, what with the agitation of these, grave state have been taken Up and disposed of. This* federate army. Last, but by no means and was playing cunningly into the hands of read between tho lines considerable pro- questions and the war in Europe, he did not know least, is General Billy Mahone, one of the What would become of him but for his Tyner. alone, from some unknown and doubtless the black-mailers, or that he was grossly fanity. Wo should not wonder if B. W. •corrupt motive, has been made an exception, most brilliant soldiers that Virginia fur- The Attorney General, who did not lose his log, but and shamefully Ignorant, we have before us said " damnation," and punctuated his let- I t has been held In suspense for no other pur- nished the late war. Mahone was, next to did lose his head at Ball's Blufl, and is alwayschreat- Ills letters, written almost before the ink was ter with no end of " euss words." It seems ened with like trouble in moments of great excite- pose than to allow a gang of disreputable Stonewall Jackson, the hardest fighter, the dry of tho records in which that speech was that Benjamin indorsed Hayes at Cincin- best tactician and the most successful leader ment, followed the example of the late paternal Taft, black-mailèrs to operate. nati. Ho swore great oaths on that oeoasion and, ordering a mild purgative from Thompson's, reported, in which he oilers to purchase the that the Army of Northern Virginia (that went into a state of profound repose for tho space of a We must not be understood as saying that to the effoct that Ohio's favorite son would talented body of men with bright muskets) mine of these same foreigners who have no sleep with negroes and eat Southern Demo- day. ¿.lie case of the New Idria Mining Company power to hold property or make title, and gave birth to. The whole question was settled from a sanitary point crats for breakfast. And now Benjamin of view. The Secretary of War, who drinks onlp stands alone. Said an eminent gentleman offers a million for a mine that, in his place says Rutherford has gone back on him ; and who has been for many yeays a close observer Whoever of the illustrious trio wins water, and was considered tho right bower—to use a in the House, he claimed had a yield of a instead of being Ohio's favorite son, he is makes really little difference, for the proud- popular phrase which we do not understand—of tie rat the national capital, " It is almost im- million yearly. Ohio's favorite son of a female dog—only lie est State on earth might well bo proud of temperance movement, was induced by our diplomatic possible to get justice from a department here Comment on such facts are uncalled for. does not use such refined language, them. William of the State Department to call in Doctor When the claim is opposed. The difficulty Verdi, half brother of II Trovatore and member of the If this Administration wishes to clear its How this unseemly conduct on the part Board of Health. -augments in proportion to the money in- departments of fraud the sooner it takes of tho old wah-hoss of tho Reserve must TIIE REMOVAL of the late head of the Doctor Verdi stated that the White House was un- volved, and becomes impossible unless the up and disposes of such cases the better for It worry Rutherford B. Wo should not won- printing and engraving .bureau made dead fortunately situated in the immediate neighborhood vietimTs willing to divide, and then, after of the Ki dwell Bottoms, and that under the circum- and for the country. der if the Administration had to order a matter of about three columns of exposed ¿lie black-mailing is accomplished, all opposi- bad conduct in that mucli-abused locality. stances the water of the Potomac was highly injurious, hop pillow so as to induce sloep. We feol not to say fatal, and that he Would not answer for the tion disappears." sorry for Rutherford. We do indeed. How Not tho moanest nor tho worst was Mr. Jew- IN A LI, CITIES OF Kunorii wlicro street ell's latest act, when called upon to reduce life oi the President if such a course were persisted " I have seen men," he continued, "come cars and omnibuses are In 'use the travel- distressing it must be to have an old wah- in. While he deprecated the use of intoxicating to Washington young and healthy, ami I hoss rearing, kicking, cavorting and mak- his force, to select as victims tho poor and liquors as a beverage—as a medicinal remedy tbey ers are provided with a shelter at tho points friendless. Were the man possessed of that were invaluable. He would then recommend Ucir •liave seen them grow old and gray, stooped of transfer; but in our democratic capital ing such unhealthy noises. We aro moved to compassion ; and If Rutherford will let part of one's anatomical economy called a use in a homeopathic manner, email doses frequently iu figure and sick at heart, over the injustice the people are obliged to stand in' tho liot heart, we would not envy his pillow. repeated. He would say further that he had aa ex- "dohe.them.. The trouble is that there is no sun, cold, rain or wind, to wait patiently for us have that dreadful knife Dawes stole cellent article Of. Condurango bitters tha*, taken in from our pantaloóil leg while we slept, and The appointment of Mr. McPhorson is an conjunction with tho Odorless Excavating Company, court with its docket of cases, each to be their respective conveyance. This can be excellent one, and argues well in behalf of seen every minute of the day and late-in tho let ns fetch into the White Houso a small would Insure tho highest state oi health to the Admin heard in its turn, with some one to act as a flask of choice old rye, we Will mount the reform promised by the new Adminis- istration.- . • " judge who would adjudicate openly and feel night at the corner of Seventh street and guard over him. We know that the slight- tration. Let this be followed by the remo- This settled it, for Verdi gave his statement with rthat. sense of responsibility which makes the Pennsylvania avenue. Why does- that val of Clapp," who is the very worst in the street car company, not apply to the com- est puncture from our trusty blade will such learning, larding it with such terrible words in ¡judge. This lias come to be so much the collapso tho old wah-hoss with a noise like business, and the appointment of Defrees, naming the diseases likely to be brought about by & missioner of public grounds to lot it put and the.uountry will feel safe. conjunction of Potomac water and Kidwell Bottoms, -,practice that gangs arc regularly organized, up a small ornamental building wherein the unto thunder and a smell of the bottomless «lid with some one within the department to pit- • : : that the ladies turned pale. Mrs. Hayes immediately people could find shelter ? On tlio cornor of telegraphed to Fremont to have a large quantity of give information as to cases with money in, F and Ni nth streets Is always a large num- OUR READERS will find on the Inside of to- current wine and raspberry shrub, bequeathed Ruther- they have enough back-door influence to How appropriate is the name t>l' Kasson; day's issue our Buell's regular installment ford by his late uncle ? also lor some excellont black- ber of people waiting to get a conveyance Knock oil the first you leave it Assort; arrest justice until the black-mailing Is ae- That company could hire a room for its ens-- of political gossip that the public has found berry sirup, prepared by her own fair hands, that is a It emove the end and It cotxues to pass most excellent temedy—indeed a sovereign cure—for -complished." toniers. We have revealed the simple Ass. so instructive and entertaining. THE CAPITAL.—APRIL 29, 1877. 5

his friend Doctor Jowett, the head-master of Baliol Ersklne's answer to a remark of Lord Mansfield on a MISCELLANEOUS. disturbed digestion, such as summer complaint, chol- THE MARRTAGE. College, Oxford, who has a way of doing things now memorable occasion : "I will undertake, my lord," era morbus and.wind colic. The high social position of the relatives and con- said Ersklne, "to secure before 9 o'ctoek to-morrow nections of this happy pair brought together an im- and then that startles the orthodox proprieties of morning twice as many names to hang your lordship It is now arranged that at all State dinners given to as high as Haman!" . * pressive assemblage of rare guests to witness the cere- English circles. Some timo since he entertained at Buntings and Parasols. distinguished foreigners, wine, as heretofore, is to be his home Mr. and Mrs. Lewes, (George Eliot,) which given; but at dinners attended by American citizens mony. The hour appointed for thé church was 8 p. in.J at which time the rumbling of carriages, with caused some dismay, but dismay would be a feeble we are to have current wine, raspberry shrub and black- gilded crests and liveried footmen in the foreign and word to express the feeling aroused by an incident LOCAL ITEMS. berry sirup. home diplomacy of splendid trapptnge, gave token to which occurred on the Sunday during which the two New Building Association. How beautiful it Is to see the vexed questions of famous heretics stayed there. On that Sunday they the crowd without the pale of the card admission, that Next Thursday evening, the Mutual Building Asso- State settled with such wisdom and our distracted went to hear their host preach. Jowett had gone on Parasols and Buntings. "The Campbells were coming," ciation, which was recently organized in South Wash- country harmonized in all its parts. before them, and he was just ascending to the pulpit with the blue bells and lily belles of our gay metropo- ington, will hold its first meeting for the payment of when he saw his guests enter the door; the church was The Soldiers' Home. lis. dues, at St. Dominic's Hall, corner of Sixth and F crowded, and they were vainly looking for seats. It is now arranged to have the Administration take In the soft moonlight the bridal party alighted at streets southwest. Havingjust received an Immense invoiceof both tha Jowett beckoned them to advance, which they did up its summer residence at this healthy and beautiful the church portals, (where stood an Immense crowd,) This association will be conducted on the old plan, above articles direot irom the factorles^we are pre- very timidly, not being much used to churches. They pared to offer the same AT JOBBERS' PRICES. park, as Mr. Lincoln was wont to do. Kutheriord B. wrapped in those diaphanous gauzes and cashmere which appears to be the most popular and best under- supposed seats would be found among tho Dons and will drive in every morning about nine, we are told, mantles, that in the silver radiance glittered like stood. solemn folk, but there were none; meanwhile Jowett and return at five p. m. The drive itself is health- Lalla Rookh's when she charmed her Feraniorr, and The monthly payments are one dollar on each share, W. W. BURDETTE & CO., still beckoned, they shyly advancing, when they were giving, to say nothing ol the cool, quiet nights at the were received by tho six ushers, who preceded their and it is believed the association will continue about presently established on each side of the communion 028 Seventh Street and 700 K Street Northwest, home. pntrance and passage to the altar. These were, first, live years. table, in the large high-backed chairs usually re- Why cannot the trustees or directors having control Mr. Woodbury Blair, Mr. Frank Riggs, Mr. Robert Its Double Store. served for bishops, where they sat fronting the amazed The officers are as follows: President, Samuel H. of the Home build a handsome summer residence for Chew, Lieutenant Miller, United States navy, and congregation, and hardly able to conceal their sense Wlmsatt; vice president, Thomas R. Riley ; secreta- the President ? They seem to have more money than Mr, James Wyatt.- of the novelty of the situation, until absorbed In the ry, John J. Dermody; treasurer, John McDermott; they know what to do with, and as the President must CHINA HALL, The twelve bridesmaids walked In pairs, as follows : magnificent sermon. This, he remarks very truly, directors, Robert Mahorney, Edward L. Burns, James have a summer residence, why not secure it in this The Misses Fish and Thornton, Gouveneur- and may be justly regarded as the boldest thing ever done Lackey, George Ii. Petty, Robert McDonald, Samuel way 1 As the President is the commander-in-chief of Thayer, Phelps and Von Bokklyn, Stout and Bigelow, by an English clergyman. B. Beyer and Maurice Fitzgerald. House Furnishing Goods. the army, it is clearly within their province and power Thornton and Riggs, Meiggs and Freeman. to make such expenditure. We have no question But EASY FEET.—Dr. White's establishment Is patron- They were dressed in white tulle over white frille Among the recent arrivals from Europe are about that Congress would aid in a reasonable appropriation ized by thousands of the elite and industrious from skirts, en traine, garni shed with white satin bows and twenty young Turkish officers, under the command of if there is any question as to funds. far and near. sashes. A monture of lilies and blue bells, alternated Major Abll Eifendi, who have come to this country to The Amateurs at Odd Fellows' Hall. with daisies and butter cups, throughout the twelve ¡study our institutions. The arsenal at Springfield is PATENT medicines at Koss' Pharmacy, Seventh and dresses. In their hands they held bouquets composed Boundary streets. ap29-tf We were requested to attend the performance of the to receive their especial attention, the art of manu- of crimson damask roses, presented by the groom's amateurs as above, and give it our immediate atten- facturing the famous rifles being ono they desire Mark riter. y best man," Mr. Denys of the British legation. Their tion. We were quite willing so to do, but were unfor- above all others to acquire. The acknowledged authority on tine arts In this city tulle veils fell like a mist about them as they glided is our "friend John Markriter, whose new store Is tunate in our effort. Wo had reserved seats near the Palgrave Simpson's brilliant three-act comedy, like pestai virgins up the aisle, separating at the thronged daily by the elite of the city,- examining a-nd stage, and fondly believing that we were safe in the A Scrap of Paper, was rendered with great eclat at altar steps, six to the right and six to the left, ascend- enjoying the beautiful pictures, which oan only be same, we did not hurry from S. dinner party at Welck- Odd Fellows' Hall. The oast of characters em- ing and forming an angle just at the center of the found at Markriter's, 626 E street. Tho walls are er's, but quite leisurely wended our way to the scene braced some of the. best talent in tho city, includ- floral arch of evergreens and magnolias, lilies and covered with the oholcest engravings, and his stock of of trial—trial to amateurs and audience* ing, as it did, Miss Chestney, Mr. John Davis, Mrs. roses, twelve feet high, from which was suspended the paperhangings and picture frames are entirely new Arriving at the hall, we were told by an elegant Nathan Lincoln and Mr. Howe. The roles were as- white marriage bell of buds and lilies with a crimson and selected for the spring trade. In connect! on with youth; who glanced at our tickets,, to keep to the signed as iollows ; Louise, Baroness de la Glaclerc, heart. his elegant store he has erected a magnificent art gal- right. We strive to do this at all hours, and so we Miss Ella Ray ; Suzanne de Ruseville, her cousin, Directly after them Mr. Charles Eames with his sis- lery, which is elegantly furnished, and after the style meandered down an aisle, and there, standing rather Miss Chestney ; Mathilde, sister of Madamo de la ter, the bride, on his arm, followed. of New York houses, where ladies can examine the awkwardly, awaited an usher to show us seats. We Glaciere, Miss Nannie Smith ; Zenobie, sister of The wedding dress was of rich white satin, made choicest specimens of foreign and domestic art works. saw several grooped together. They seemed to be dis- Brisemouche, Mrs. Lincoln; Pauline, the maid, Miss princesse style, en traine ; high corsage, square neck, The public will fully appreciate this new enterprise of cussing the approaching European war, the Logan- Leila Ray ; Prosper Couramont, Mr. John Davis ; with tight coat-sleeves, garnished with tulle and point our friend, and we wish him the success in tho future Porter wedding or some other equally important sub- Baron de la Glacicre, Mr. George Dunn ; Brise- lace ; the front breadth was bordered b.y wax orange which he has so richly deserved and received in the ject. Tiiey were elegant young men and wore rosettes mouche, Mr. Frank Howe ; Anatole, Mr. Gonzales blossoms, in a vine extending across the diagonal past. and moustaches and things, but as ushers they were Bingham ; Baptiste, the butler, Mr. Babcock, U. S. N. folds of satin up the leftside, terminatfbg in a bouquet amateurs. ^ The play is a translation and adaptation from the of the same flowers. The veil completely enveloped LARGE variety of soaps and perfumery at Koss' Pennsylvania At last, one coming within hailing distance, we French, " Les Pattes de Mouche," and all the good Pharmacy. ap29-tf the graceful figure, and was fastened over the coronet asked him if he belonged to this powerful amateur points of the story have been carefully preserved ; the of orange blossoTns, which formed a crown upon her Merchants' Lunch. A-renue. dramatic combination, and, âs ho answered in the dialogue is very sparkling, and the absurdities of brown hair, coifled low in the neck. In tier hand she The finest liquors that can be found in the city is at SILVER-PLATED WARE, affirmative, we begged him to point out our reserved Brisemouche irresistible, the "situations" are all CUTLERY, KITCHEN UTENSILS. held the traditional bouquet, and walked with down- the Merchants' Lunch, (late Portnor*s,) 309 Seventh seats. He did so, and lo, we found them occupied by good, and each one gives a hne chance for east air, modestly, as thè organ—played by Miss Pier- street, where the merohants congregate daily to enjoy some lovely females, who looked as unconscious as good acting for instance the dialogue between the J. W. BOTELEB & BEO, son with true taste and artistic expression—murmured the-choiee viands which the genial proprietor, Mr. doves having the wisdom of serpents. jealous Baron and Suzanne, the dialogue between forth the beautiful numbers of Tho Wedding March W. H. Wilkening, has constantly on hand, and The usher suggested that we fall back. We did Suzanne and Prosper, the interview between Prosper In Lohengrin. At thé altar the Rev. Dr. Paret, with which have obtained for him the reputation of being advance on the rear, occupying a position quite re- and Madame de la Glaciere, the search for the letter, MUTUAL BUILDING ASSOCIATION. the groom and his " best man," met them under the tho Delmonico of Washington. His foreign liquors moved from the scene of action. As we had not the Interview between the Baron and Prosper, and arch, and tho ceremony proceeded which pronounced he imports direct, ani can- therefore .guarantee the brought our field-glass, we had a dim perception of finally the scene in which the Scrap of Paper, fruitful On the Old Plan. Payments $1 per Share. them man and wife. quality, while "the choicest brands of domestic iiquor a gentleman in white "bull-dozing" a gentleman in source of woes, gets into the wrong hands after all, and J* Let no man put asunder." can always be found at his bar. black in a slow, measured, exasperating way. Prosper wins a wife. The play was well mounted, At the conclusion of the prayer which made two The first meeting for payment of dues will bo held We did not find this either amusing or instructive, well acted and well appreciated by the enormous au- Matthew DeAtley. at St. Dominic's Hail, corner F and Sixth streets one, the married pair walked down tho aisle first, fol- so after hearing it five minutes we adjourned to the dience gathered to witness it. The costumes were Now is the time to leave your orders with. Captain southwest, on Thursday evening, May 3. lowed by tho bridal train, and took their carriages for Subscriptions for stock will received by Sam'l Wlm- National, where we joined General Tecumseh Sher- charming and tho dramatis persona equally so. Miss DoAtley. The finest oysters of the year are being re- the residence of the bride's mother, where a select satt, President, corner Eighth and Water streets. man and laughed at the minstrels. Chestney.was lovelier than ever in her rôle of Suzanne ceived in large quantities at his celebrated oyster Thomas R. Riley, Vice President, Eleventh-street number of friends, including the diplomatic corps, That is all we know about the amateur eifort on and was the ideal of the bright; heart-free, noble market, 1220 E street. Families who desire to procure Wharf. John McDermott, Treasurer, 310 Pennsylva- were bidden to the wedding feast. fresh oysters should call on DeAtley. Great care nia avenue : or any of the Directors. that occasion. Very sorry—even sad—Dut it cannot be woman, who, in serving a friend, got entangled in the J. J. DERMODY, Secretary, mended now. THE GUESTS. web of which Cupid is the weaver, and won a lover, should be used in purchasing from unknown parties, lt7 817 F street southwest. From New York. In the iront pews were seen Mrs. Eames in black who, despite the little warping of his nature, caused by and toseoure the finest one should leave their orders We learn through the New York correspondent of velvet with drapery of black lace, elegant and com- fancied slights and wrongs in an early affaire du cœur, with the captain. Oysters delivered to all parts, of the the Boston Gazette that our sprightly Saphir is doing posed, quietly receiving congratulations on her daugh- is really a fine fellow au fond. Mr. Davis was admir- city free of charge. FOR SALE OR EXCHANGE. a land-offlco business in a social way in New York. It ter'shappy marriage. By her sat the celebrated belle, able, as was also Mr. Howe ; but why particularize, No. 531 Seventh Street. reads : the wife of the Hon. Robert C, Winthrop of Boston, all were good, and the . little Scrap of »Paper has kin- The many friends of Samuel Barth will be pleased nee Adele Granger; then the wife of Mr. Thayer, the dled great enthusiasm. There were many beautiful Mr. Will. Stuart of the Graphic gave the last of his to learn that in order to accommodate his numerous millionaire of Boston, She was attired in a superb flowers sent tho fair actresses, especially Miss Leila "evenings" for this season on Sunday. All of these patrons ho has removed his place of business-to the receptions have been the most delightful of their kind, lilac silk, with point laco overdress -and shawl a Ray and Miss Chestney, and Mr. Bingham in one but the last eclipsed its predecessors. Every one was commodious store, 521 Seventh street northwest. Mr. darker shade of velvet formed in court train.. Coif- scene displayed an adroitness in fitting bouquet and A HOMI IN THE COUNTRY. there, including Anna Dickinson, Miss Roso Eytingo, S. Bein, the manager of this house, has always on Miss Sara Jewett, Mr. and Mrs. James Lewis, Mr. fure, white leathers and diamonds, necklace and ear- speech together which promises well lor his success hand a large stock of fine liquors, wines, &c., which and Mrs. Coghlan, Edgar Fawcett, Alfred H. Pease, rings of great brilliancy. She was literally a blaze as an actor. Nina Varian. Geo. W. Carleton, Mr. Geo. Fawcett of precious stones. Her' daughter, Miss Thayer, was arc offered to the trade at the lowest prices. The suc- BoWe, Mr. Frederick A. Schwab of' the Times, Mr. cess of this house is largely due to the popularity and Winter of the Tribune, Miss Randall, Miss Martinez, the fourth bridesmaid. We are in receipt of cards from Mr. and Mrs. D. P. Nearly eight acres of choice and highly improved energy of Mr. Bein, and we heartily congratulate him Mrs. Balch and Mr. John McCuilough. Miss Ran- Mr. Winthrop and the Horn George Bancroft, with Southworth indicating that another female joum alls- land, two thirds ol which is set with choice Fruit trees dall sang and made a sensation. Mrs. Balch recited, on his success. of every desirable variety in full bearing. and, although the room was full of professionals, she Governor Lee Carroll of Maryland, and the gentlemen tic pen-driver has been corraled by hymen, for Mrs. D. Improvements consist of a was warmly applauded and highly complimented. of his suit, were seen near the altar with the Hon. P. Southworth nee Husted is the lady whose missives Paper Hangings. Miss Dickinson was the lion of the evening, Some timid souls feared an encounter between her and Win- John Bigelow, ex-minister to France. Mrs. Bigelow from Washington to divers and sundry journals won The rush to the well-known store of J. A. K. MOore, ter. But they said not a word, though their eyes looked stylish in garnet velvet, in court train. Their for her a prominent position In the republic of letters. 309 Ninth street, for the latest styles of French and do- BEAUTIFUL RESIDENCE spoke volumes. The most of the evening Miss Dick- daughter, third bridesmaid, is a splendid looking girl We wish the pair all the sunshine supposed to be inson and Mr. McOullough were cornered together mestic paper hangings, continues unabated, and the discussing the stage. of en ion point figure and fair complexion. found in married life. elite of tho city can be seen eagerly inquiring for the Containing twelve rooms, with bath-room supplied Lady Thornton and Sir Edward Thornton occupied patterns which will adorn tho walls of the White with hot and cold water; cellar under the main Duiid- The Gordon - Cumming - Eames Wedding. a front pew. She was attired in mauve satin, with ing, and all necessary outbuildings, including milk- House after the 1st of May. Carpets, straw mattings, house. Society's leading event of the season came off in the point lace overdress, evening hat, with white flowers (THE STREET-SWEEPING CONTRACT. picture frames, &c., in every variety, and at. the lowest The location is high and healthful, commanding a most brilliant manner on Wednesday evening, April fastened with lace scarf, crossing in front. She wore To the Editor of THE CAPITAL. prices, can be procured by calling at this old estab- magnificent view of country, town and creeks; also, 25, at the historic Church of the Epiphany, on G brilliant diamonds. The Hon. Samuel L. Gouverneur I SIR : You are a recognized advocate of fair play, lishment. the dome of the National Capitol Building; Baltimore and! therefore request space in your columns to ex- and Ohio Railroad Station near. street. This édifie«, it is known, is pregnant with and wife, with daughters and their visitor, Miss Marie Will sell very cheap, or on long time at six per cent., memorable records of famous marriages for years gone Diehl of Frederick, Maryland, occupied another front press the indignation generally entertained toward GIVE BROWN, NO. 314 Eighth street, a call if you or take city property in exchange, improved or unim- the singular award made last Monday by our District by ; of scions of old stock and scions of foreign dis- pew. Mrs. G. is sister of Mrs. Eames, and appeared want dry goods. He will supply your wants at prices proved. Will assume incumbrance. commissioners. It is a new thing in municipal affairs tinction intermingling in unions de convenance pour in black, with white lace at her throat. Her daughters entirely satisfactory, and do it so well it will be a to give a contract, under any. circumstances, to the pleasure to Spend your money with him. See his ad- l'amour and all other considerations which dictate the are granddaughters of President Monroe. Miss Maud, highest bidder ; how much more grievous then must it indissoluble tie made holier by consecration within the third bridesmaid, a very beautiful blonde, with not be here and now? The last feather Is said to vertisement. J. N. the Church of the Golden Cross. dimpled cheeks and large eyes, "is a favorite. Miss break the camel's back; and surely, unless the tax- WASHINGTON MATTRESS FACTORY, 905 D street Y. HUYCK, payers are totally Indifferent to their interests, they Here—where the echoes of eloquence from the leaders Diehl is tall and showy,'with aristocratic air and northwest. The best and cheapest mattresses in the of Episcopalianism still reverberate from the old time brilliant complexion. must regard this particular case as meriting not REAL ESTATE AGENT, merely a stern rebuke, but the interference of tho Ex- city, wholesale and retail. Hair and husk mattresses of Dr. Hall—always cherished, and among the pulpit Captain Gore Jones and lady, with Mrs. Plunkett ecutive or of Congress. The finances of the District renovated. Cartage free. SAMUEL LLOYD. 1505 Pennsylvania avenue northwest, Arlington Fire celebrities—and the popular Dr. Watkins,down to the of the British legation, were in the vicinity. Mrs. were never before in so embarrassed a condition ; and J. BURT'S PII-SISSEWA cures gravel, dropsical swell- present highly-appreciated rector, the Rev.Dr. Paret— Jones wore Marie Stuart lace head-dress, with blue yet, as if in sheer wantonness, those in authority con- ap29-tf Insurance Building. an atmosphere of peculiar interest has clung, render- garniture. A damasse overdress of brown and suit not the common weal, biit favorites of the recent ings, ulceration of the kidneys, bladder, urethra, &e. ing it essential, not only as a matter of fashion and mandarin silk. Mrs. Plunkett, in reception hat, ring. Sold by all druggists. * the right thing to do, but a necessity for all aspirants black lace scarf and light silk, was very pretty. Even before Mr. Andiew Gleason's contract had MISS McCOIlMICK, been awarded to him one year ago petitions were cir- O'Brien's. •who love the sound of the wedding bells to ring them Mrs. Coleman and Miss Freeman appeared in pale culated right and left remonstrating against it, in- The rush to O'Brien's little restaurant continues un- 533 NINTH STREET,. spired, evidently, by friends of the individual who cheerily in the shadow of the classic Epiphany at an blue silks, with thin sleeves to the shoulder; hair abated, and Dan. is as contented and happy as a mil- then had and has againr secured.the work; and ¿the. (St. Cloud Building,) Episcopal wedding, ; and gaily they rang on the occa- puffed and roses. Hon. Peter Parker, ex-minister to Evening Star, ol which Mr. A. R. Shepherd was, and lionaire. Green peas and spring iamb are among the sion of this appropriate union of the young Scotch China and Mrs Parker. Mrs. Parker looked finely in jierhaps still is, part owner, has repeatedly attempted many luxuries that can be found at O'Brie n's. The heir to the baronetcy of Gordon-Cumming and the evening hat and black velvet. Ske is the lady who to belittle Mr. Gleason in'the prosecution of his legit- HAS JUST RECEIVED FOR THE SPRING imate business. Much sympathy is attempted to be bar is supplied with the finest liquors, and a never- fair Frances Campbell, danghter of the late United bears the distinction of being the first foreign resident manufactured for Mr. Wright and his machinery, but ending supply of travelers' comforters always on AND SUMMER, States Minister to Yenezueia, the Hon. Charles Eames in Canton, China. Dr. Parker, among other sources the fact, seems to be overlooked that Mr. Gleason hand. Don't forget to call at The Spirit of the Times, and Mrs. Eames, daughter of the late Judge James of celebrity, established an Opthalmic hospital at brought here, at great cost, sweeping apparatus simi- FRENCH BONNETS, HATS, lar to that employed in nearly all the large cities east opposite the railroad depot. Campbell, surrogate of New York. Canton while minister. His services to the country are of us, such as Portland, Boston, Providence, New FLOWERS, RIBBONS, SILKS, &C. The son of the late Sir Alexander Gordon-Cumming remembered gratefully. Madame Bergman Laugh- York and Philadelphia, after inquiry as to its merits SPARKLING,' effervescent purgative, as pleasant as and adaptability had been made and approved by soda water. Cures habitual constipation, acid stomach, Dressmaking Department under the supervision of of Gordonston, Scotland, Is next of kin, after his ton, the recent bride, with lovely blonde curls, was Lieutenant Hoxie, United S;ates army, engineer of heartburn, sick headache. Very thing for dull heed brother, Sir William, now absent in India, lion hunt- dressed in white silk toilet. General Meiggs and Mrs. the District, it is useless, therefore, for anybody to and full stomach. Call for Bailey's Saline Aperient. Meiggs, the parents of the first bridesmaid, were with attemp't Jto deceive men or common sense as to the Large bottles only 50 cents. ap22-2t MADAME WHITE, ing, which amusement rendered his uncle world- superiority of Mr. Wright's sweeping machines, when famous, as the African lion hunter. Mrs. Montgomery Meiggs. Mrs. General Meiggs those of Mr. Gleason are identical with what are Carpet Cleaning:.—MeOee «fc Ferry, , (Late with Lord & Taylor, New York.) Alastier Penrose Gordon-Cumming is In his twenty- wore black silk with point lace head dress. "employed to-day in Boston. Eureka steam beating and sweeping works. Seventh - ap29-tf2 fifth year ; has lived in the United States several Tho Hon. Montgomery Blair and Mrs. Blair, with Much stress was laid by the daily press, immediately street wharf. Orders by mail or left at William S. years, devoting himself to tho production of fine wool, Miss Blair, were among the chief guests. Mrs. Blair after the contract was awarded last Monday, on the Mitchell & Co.'s carpet-house, Market space, between LUMBER! LUMBER! repfeS9Qt#tion of Mr. Wright that he had sole control Eighth and Ninth streets northwest. ,feb4-6m was attired in black with laóc draperies and evening Lincoln and Leicester and others, on his Maryland ol the sweeping jnaçjuaçs used Jiere by him, SQ far LOOK AT THIS farm, twenty miles from Baltimore. hat. She looked handsome and distinguished. Her from this tieing true, it Is capable pf dêhtoûstratioil ßASY feet. Dr. White. janl4-tf daughter la a fair blonde, much admired, and her son, that he has no more claim to them than anybody else. He has taken several prizes for their extreme excel- Nay, more, Mr. Gleason, as appears by his proposal GREAT REDUCTION IN . PRICE. lence, one of which, from the State fall of Maryland, the first usher, elicited much* attention from the com- THIRTEEN SODA TICKETS for $1.00. CocoaMt, on file, offered to furnish any description of machin- Quince, Currant, Cherry, Banana, Coffee, Tea and awarded him the Kirk silver cup of the noted Balti- pany in his character as usher. He has a fine figure ery that tho commissioners might determine upon. If thirty other sirups drawn from the largest and finest White pine culls, (per hundred,) $1 50 dissatisfaction with his method of sweeping has really Virginia pine boards. 1 60 more silver manufactory. On this farm is located his and deportment. Mrs. and Miss Riggs wore light been felt the fault was wholly with the authorities, in- apparatus in the oity. H. M. Pinkard, 477 Penneyl. silks with white garniture. Mr. Frank Riggs, son of vania avenue, Dr. Clarks' old stand. ap23-ly 4-i white pine dressed 2 50 country seat, to which he has taken his lovely bride. asmuch as they designated the streets and the time of Hemlock and oak fencing bin 2 00 It is called "The Locusts." Mr. Gordon-Cumming Mr. George Riggs, the banker, was the second usher, sweeping, as veil as the compensation therefor, throughout the period of his contract. The appliances FINE combs and hair brushes at Koss' pharmacy. Cedar post W was born at Altyr, educated at Eton, and prior to hi3 efficient and elegant, with hair parted in the middle. which he could bring to boar to comply, with every de- ap29-tf Headed Palings: No. 1, $2; No. 2, »150 per hundred, travel and adoption of a homo in this oountry, resided Mrs. General Ricketts, always fresh and attractive, mand is evidenced by the fact that from the first he and all other kinds of lumber equally as low. has had three machines additional to those in use BROWNING'S BITTERS will cure dyspepsia, indiges- on the family estate at Gordonston, with his mother, wore pearl faille, embroidered in light green, made tion and constipation. For sale by the druggists, tl I am bound not be undersold. Give me a call and I which have never been employed, through no fault of will give you bargains. Lady Gumming, who is still living there. square back and with garniture of black lace, and his, however. But the case, strange to, say, Is quite "To the Ladles." THE GROOM'S APPEARANCE. ceil blue silk ; becoming dress. The daughters of the reverse how, Mr. Wright being permitted to spec- GEORGE II. JOHNSON, ify his own schedule and plan of operation. Superior kid glove cleaning^ 12%c. per pair. He is five feet ten inches in height, of pure Saxon General Beckwith were in cream-colored silks Corner Fifteenth and R streets northwest. with blue trimmings. Mrs. ex-Secretary Robeson As an illustration of how the District has been type, graceful bearing, well accomplished and witty, Kid gloves beautifully dyed to look as well as new, ap29-3n>2 elegant, and with honest blue eyes, has a winning looked regally in her iron-gray hair with a toilet obliged to pay of late years for this work, the follow- 30c. per pair. of white silk, blue and. cardinal trimmings. ing figures must prove interesting : In 1874 Mr. way, which must not be set down to his golden fleece Wright obtained about $90,000, not merely in the 3-65 Feathers handsomely cleaned and curled, 25 and 50 HOUSEKEEPERS ofCotswolds and Southdowns.- Mrs. Van Rensaeller Berry was in black silk, accom- District bonds, which all other contractors had to re- cents. ceive, but, on a representation to the Forty-Third THE BRIDE, panied by Mrs. Babcock, nee Townsend, Admiral FITTING OUT OR REPLENISHING Congress that hè lost money, he secured, through the Ladies' dresses cleaned without being ripped. Miss Eames, is a Washingtonlan, dating her child-life Porter and Miss Porter, and Lieutenant Logan. The Influence^ doubtless, of his warm personal friends, Can find all they require of at the historio mansion of the widely-known signal young ladles were in pale, peach-blossom silks, with General Babcock and ex-Governor Shepherd, the face An entire suit of gentleman's clothes handsomely value of those bonds—a discrimination in itself servioe bureau on G street. From her wanderings valenciennes lace garniture. The Hon. Mrs. Bosnan cleaned, steamed and pressed for $2; CHINA., unique ! . In the year following, competition occurring, Office of R. C. Douglass, under National Theatre. t{ in South Amerioa, Paris and Switzerland, alternating Kerr and daughter wore rich mandarin colored silks the amount that he got was a little more than one GLASSWARE. with snatches of social experience in the aristocratic presented by the ex-Japanese minister. half of that which he obtained for the years 187-1-5. CROCKERY, Even this he would not have secured but tor the active atmosphere of diplomatic life in the capital, where she The Masses Loring wore cream-colored silks, with interference of the ex-governor with opposing bidders. FOR SALE. PLATED WARE met Mr. Gordon-Cumming at a party on the night of satin-striped gauze overskirts. Mrs. William Bald- The whole story then is in a nut-shell : Andrew And House-Furnishing Goods, her debut ; she has dwelt in the midst of a charmed win, peach-colored, with Spanish blonde trimmings. Gleason was awarded the contract last year at a sum even $15,000 less than that received by Mr. Wright the circle of refinement, and culture. Its Impress is seen General Palmer and Miss Palmer, with General Park, in our estrblishment, at the in her gentle breeding. She is of medium height, has year before. It will thus be seen that to competition, A.REM ARK ABLE AND POSITIVE BARGAIN. accompanied by other army and navy officers. and not anything like economic considerations on the LOWEST GASH PRICES. an exquisite neck and arms, large, pensive blue eyes, part of our District authorities, is due the great de- waving brown hair and oval face—accomplished in all From Brown's Young Man. crease in the cost of sweeping our streets. A clamor, A New 3-Story Brick Residence, with WEBB & BEVERIDQE,. that adorns her sex, she is particularly so in instru- senseless or sinister, has been raised against Andrew Mr. Bancroft, the historian, will, as usual, summer Gleason, the very man who brought about this reduc- No. 1000 Pennsylvania avenue,, mental muslo and languages. At Mrs. Eames' dis- at Newport. tion ! How much, under tho peculiar phraseology of Mansard Eoof, ap29-2m Between Tenth and Eleventh streets. his contract, Mr. Wright is likely to receive at its tinguished receptions, as a child, she attracted special CONTAINING TEN ROOMS, WITH ALL THE attention of the eminent men who graced the literary Mise Geòrgie Blake of New York, formerly so well- close, remains only for time-to revoal; but the ques- tion presents itself to the taxpayers and to the Con- MODERN IMPROVEMENTS, STEPHEN F. GILL, and artistio circle. known in fashionable circles both there and here, has gress of the United States whether, in these times of HAS SOUTH »FRONT, WITH IRON' FENCE all-pervading dullness, a wanton endeavor, such as INCLOSURE.- . • Plain and ornamental These were great spirits, uneasy with the coils of just given her heart and -happiness into the keeping of Viscount de Coetlozon, to whom she was married this, to trifle with propriety and common justice, can State dignity and political antagonism, or ambitious be practiced with impunity. VERITAS. This is a very fine and well-located property, cost PLASTERER» last Wednesday in Paris. The Viscount is a wealthy $6,800, and will be sold for $4,250, upon very easy terms. for the seal of fashion stamped upon the sons of art P. S.—As if conscious of a meditated wrong, some- and sclenoe and belles-lettres, who congregated in the land-owner of the Department of the Ain in the east- body last week obtained the signatures of a small part 408 Eighth street northwest, Washington, D..C. J. V.N. 1IUYCK, Center-pieces, Caps. Brackets, Statuary, &c., always salon of a Madame de Stael, as the hostess was de- ern part of France on the borders of Switzerland. of our business men to a petition in favor of awarding the street sweeping contract to Mr. Wright. A suffi- No. 1605 Feun. ave., bet. Fifteenth k Sixteenth St. Jf.W on hand. Repairing and Calsomiming promptly ex- moninated. The Rev. M. D. Conway tells a very good story on cient answer to this threadbare scheme is afforded in ap20-ttl ecuted. apr22-tf3 6 THE CAPITAL —APRIL 29, 1877

For THE CAPITAL. WorId is .vindicated, if nobody or nothing she sings with an eloquence which is seldom, as last summer—make her headquarters at FRANZ PILGER VANT A GLERKSHIPS else is. In this case at least one may say if ever, to be noted off of the lyric stage. her roomy residence in Fourteenth street, PLUMBING AND GAS-PITTING. with Rosalind, "Sir, you have wrestled I had heard much of Mrs. Ronald's sing- with occasional trips to where she can enjoy Den Herren Schurz und Evarts, Chefs des well, and overthrown more than your ene- ing, but anticipation was more than realized the mountain air. Her favorite place of Civildienst Returning Boards Hochach mies!" ESTABLISHED 1862~ tungrsvoll Gervidmet. as she delivered with a fervor which would sojourn is the Catskills, whither indeed ' So pervaded are we with this Tweed topic, have done credit to Lucca, Gounod's settin; many professional people wend their way, Franz Pilger vant a glerkships,, by-the-way, that even at the theaters one Und zu Vashingtone he koed, of Shelley's beautiful verses having for a Finally, Kate Claxton really ought to go to hears it discussed. When Julia of The Und a vagon loat of bapers refrain, " Why May No•tt I Kiss Thee ?" and, I Fire Island. . Hunchback spoke of her Clifford as secre- To the beoples dlierc lie showed. in response to unanimous plaudits that An anecdote is being told about town of Und dhey fooled him like dhe Xuyfel, tary to the Earl of Rochdales, the other C. G. THORN, night, some gay trifler suggested that the would not be denied, an aria composed by Alexis that fully illustrates the democratic Und dhey sent him here und dhere; Manni and expressive of a lover'lover's rree - | proceedings of the son of the Czar at such ' Und dhey make him spend his money, play ought to be modernized—"Secretary proaches. Her superb voice reveled in Und dhey make him gurse and schwear. to Bill Tweed" would be only so much moments when he is released from the ob- this composition, the MSS. of which, given ligations of etiquette. Near the foot of Franz Pilger vant a glerkships, better! I do not know how the suave and her by her teacher, who was then over sev- PLUMBING, GAS AND STEAM FITTING Und he ko pefore dhe poard; smiling Foster Dewey would like that, by the Twenty-third street, off which the vessels enty years of age, she herself brought from of tbe Russian fleet lie moored, is a de- Und he ras examlnated, way; as bland as a May morning is that same Florence. Mrs. Ronalds lived long abroad; Und his ritmadics vas floored: Dewey, erst secretary to the Boss! Butter cidedly plebeian drinking saloon much fre- AND EXTENSIVE DEALER IN 1 she was one of the most noted American For dhey ask him, " Who's your uncle?' has never melted in his mouth, and his mild quented by the drivers of the cross-town car Und dot boint he dldn'd see: belles at the Frenc-h court in the days of the line, and by such employes of the North blue eye and gentle smile are calculated to empire, and at Compeigne she was esteemed «' It's mein ladder's brudder ain'd id?" disarm the most bitter of his "master's an- river ferry as have their abiding place, in Said Herr Pilger, dhen, said he. a brilliant guest. She is known as a leader Gas Fixtures. tagonists. Like Camille, Foster Dewey had the metropolis rather than Jersey. At night, Franz Pilger vant a glerkships, of the- beau-monde in this city, and a ball when the red and blue lights of the cars a cough, and it was once feared that he given at her residence in Madison square is Und he ko pefore dhe poard, I might not live 'til spring," but the doctors form a brilliant cluster at the terminus of Und dhe boss examinator remembered, if from nothing else, from the,'! the route, and it is so still that one 1320 F STREET, cured him long ago, and o'er the troubled can hear Dhis conundrum loutly roared: fact that the flowers used on the occasion waters of political corruption he pours with the plash of the water as a ferry-boat plows "How long vill been a Domgat cost over six thousand dollars. Mrs. Ronalds undiminished persuasiveness the Balm of her way across the stream, these drivers miming oop a mable dree ?" is a magnificent woman—" a daughter of the BETWEEN TWELFTH AND THIRTEENTH STS. •" Dot depents how glose dhe tog vas," Gilead. . and deck hands take their social glass in gods, divinely tall and most divinely fair." Said Herr Pilger, dhen, said he. the shelter of this haven-, and indulge in There have been several performances of She was attired at this musicale in a beauti- such converse as their rough and ready Franz Pilger vant a glerkships, Camille in the Lyceum Theater, but none, ful robe of white silk embroidered in col- •S3* No connection with any other house. minds delight in. , In this—pardon—grog- Und he ko pefore dhe poard, it may be truthfully said, like that of Miss ored flowers, and on her breast glittered a Und dhey ask him: "If a oxen gerjyit is the custom of the stalwart Alexis Remember the old stand-1220 F street, opposite the Adelaide Lennox. The Lyceum indeed has decoration of diamonds—a cross and a cres- In the prisket should pe kored— and his immediate followers to enter on been the favorite house for representations cent that sparkled amid the film of white Hoard of Health office—where can be found 6. a. How many Rheinweinbechers their way to the Svetland from the Hotel of the anglacized Dame aux Cameljas; lace like sparks of fire. Thorn, the man for the times. oet29-t£6 Could you schwig vhen on a sphree?" Brunswick or some entertainment in the •"I don'd dink I verstehe dot;" Matilda Heron never played there, but Clara Clara Morris arrived from California, after fashionable quarter, and, entered, to call for Said Herr Pilger, dhen, said he. Morris, whom she crowned as her successor nine days' journey, on Thursday, and whisky or brandy, or mayhap, even gin, in JOHN BARRY, in the role, .first acted Camille there on one after a week's rest will proceed to Boston Franz Pilger vant a glerkships, true republican style. Alexis does the thing, memorable afternoon wlien the house was where she will make her first appearance Und he ko pefore dhe poard; however, en grand seigneur. He throws Plumber, Gas & Steam Fitter Und dhey ask to him dhis problems, packed almost to suffocation; Mrs. Rousby, on the 7th of May in her celebrated person- upon the counter a handful of silver, never Und his answer it vas scored: too, there essayed with decidedly indiffer- ation of Camille. Her health has not re 1819 Seventh St., bet. N and 0, N. W. accepting change in return, and then pro- ¡i Vill a bound of lead or feddera ent results the role of the frail heroine; and ceived the benefit that was hoped for by her ceeds to invite everybody in the place to ! On dhe scales dhe lightest pe?" here Mme. Clarence, the comedienne par sojourn on the Paoiflc coast, but she is at flS-ALL ORDERS PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO. "Dot's dhe madder vas mid Hannah," drink at his expense. So comes it that car ap30-l excellence of the French troupe, imperson- least no worse for her long journey, and, lis- -Said Herr Pilger, dhen, said he. driver and deck hand bend their elbow and ated Marguerite Gauthier to the somewhat tening to-her brilliant recital of scenes and smack their ligas in conj unction with the son BE AL ESTATE, ETO. Franz Pilger vant a, glerkships, absurd Armand of Fechter, the renowned incidents in Santa Barbara, one is inclined of the ruler of all the Russias, and so comes Und he ko. pefore dhe poard; original of the role. ' Fechter is fat now, and to believe that an experience that has fur- Und he kot madt like dhe Tuyfel, it that going about their daily labor they he is a darling, moreover, who is growing nished her with such a fund of interest can W. N. ROWE, Und py dunder vedder schwored. proudly impart to whomever wi^riend them old. Much more in consonance-with gne's but have a beneficial result in the long run. BEA Vhen dhey asked him tamphool questions an ear the fact that they drank last night at L estate BROKER, idea of the impassioned Duval fits—indeed The distinguished actress is- passionately His debilities to aee— Alexis' expense, with Alexis and Alexis' No. 512 F street N. IV., one square east of Post Office, " Halt dein maul, der alter spitsbub."' he was pronounced perfection in the part- fond of California, and to Santa Barbara she noble company. So is it likely, too, that did Washington, D. C. Said Herr Pilger, dhen, said he. was M. Gerber, a' young actor from New is attached peculiarly, because.of its pic- Russia stand in abject need of recruits, we HOUSES, LOTS, AND FARMS ON SALE. Orleans, who created a furore three Seasons turesque natural beauty, and the studies of Houses Rented. Rents collected. Money Loaned Franz Pilger vant a glerkships, should see the deck hands of the Erie ferry and carefully Invested. or so ago. It was On the stage crowded with life and character one can find there; Her noY28-ly2 Und he ko before dhe poard; and the car drivers of the cross-town line Und he gursed In Deutsch dhem vellows, tjiese memories—where CJlara Morris had sense of humor and appreciation of fine rallying around his imperial highness, the Vhile dhe boss ge-sat and snored. thrilled all beholders, where Mme. Clarence points of individualities are such that she HOSEA B. MOULTON, Grand Duke. I "been colonel in dhe army— had charmed by her finesse, where M. Ger- can extract enjoyment from places which to 1331 Seventh St., bet. Kand O Sts. nortlwest. I ge-flghted lor dhe lree! ber had surrounded his Marguerite Gauthier persons less happily endowed might seem Speaking of " Wah!" Joaquin Miller is a Und you dreat me like a Modoc!" A I E : AT LAW with the romantic halo such as that which man of war, according to account. Swing- H^fea ri , ?; - > JUSTICE OF THE Said Herr Pilger, dhen, said he. dull, but in Santa Barbara there is every in- CK, REAL ESTATE AGENT AND Fechter one© bestowed on the no matter centive to her activity of thought. One can ing into a lady's reception room the other COMMISSIONER OF DEEDS. evening, and declining an invitation to lay Franz Pilger vant a glerkships, how indifferent Qneen to his Ruy Bias—that see the adobe walls overrun with scarlet Spécial attention given to the prosecution of Pay aside his cloak with, "No, I prefer to re- Bount litim Und some senators did prlng; Miss Adelaide Lennpx, a small actress of geranium, the Franciscan priests in their apr30-7 y V s against the Government! Bud dhose vise examinators tain my harness; I like to wear the blanket mediocre ability, attempted to portray a monastery, the Chinese servants about their Said he gouldn'd haf dot ding; character which requires at once great and lariat," he said, apropos of Turkey Dot no wacancies existed, tasks, as she touches each point with her OIGABS AND TOBAOOq natural gifts and thorough cultivation in all and Russia's irrepressible conflict, that he Und dot ne'er vouldt any pe— vivid originality. was in favor of war; it exerts a great " Dhere's no liars in dis goundry !" the arts of the stage. Needless to say the humanizing influence ; the fact is there are W. S. ROOSE Said Herr Pilger, dhen, said he. attempt was a failure, but the essay was not Among recent departures are those of too many people on .this earth. " I have," without its value if it should serve to pre- Mrs. Coghlan for Europe and Miss Adelaide said Joaquin, posing for a combination of vent a repetition of similar folly. Randall for San Francisco. Mrs. Coghlan Mars and Apollo, "always been at war my- FROM NEW YORK. Cigars & Tobacco, Wholesale sailed by the Bothnia, accompanied by her self. I am wounded alL over—the result of Dealer In Im- The Woman Wlio Bossed the Boss—One More linfor There, is enough of this overreaohing little daughter, who is what ladies term " a living in the Indian country, you know. I ported- and 1233 manufacturer oi tnnate Cam Die—A Distinguished Amateur singe>'-| ambition among oeople whose services in perfect little beauty." She is indeed, a have so many bullet wounds in my face the Cactus, La Clara Morris Homo Again—Where Theatrical Xota- other directions, 01 in another line o? the "lovely child, with great violet-like eyes, that I positively have to wear a full beard Manola, La Roose, Pcnnnsylvania and Stockton Cigars. bllitles will Pass the Summer—Alexis Treating the same art, entitle them to at least vespect'.v-, and golden hair that "banging" does not to cover them !" The poet of the Sierras Agent for the Ambro- consideration and a decent burial; heaven then proceeded to state that he was about to sia Fine Cut. The trade Car Drivers—Joaquin Miller a Man of War. destroy. Mrs. Coghlan will first visit some supplied direct from the forfend that it be perpetuated in the line friends in Perth, Scotland, and later will go write a book—a novel. He should not de- factory at the very lowest New [New York Correspondence of TBE CAPITAL.] vote more than three weeks' time to it; he York and Baltimore prices. of minor members of the profession who to London in order to be present at the pro- NEW YOBK, April 26. never took more than that period to write a maybe estimable and unfortunate, but who duction of the drama of Lord Lytton's which There is said to be a woman in Tweed's^ ought certainly to know their place. book. The heroine, of this composition is, case ; I do not know whether she has a wart her husband- was se-lected to complete, the Mr. Miller informed his heafers, a young oil branch es at Willardls, Metro- under her left ear or not, but she is cer- One of the most enjoyable musicales this final acts having been left unfinished. It is girl from the far West—a chee-iid of nature. politon, Arlington and Imperial-Hotels. tainly no mole-hill in the mountain of evi- season was held one evening last week at said that Mr. Coghlan has caught Bulwer's She was to be represented as artlessness dence which the ex-Boss is preparing to fire the residence of Miss Couton, a French lady style to perfection, and that one would never itself, but she was to come to New York away with. The talk around the newspa- of our best society, iii Thirty-fourth street. suspect that the final scenes had not come and be seduced by a villain (there is an ' PepAod^-' CkgcCP-S.tfrea, aéeTgogii The generality of musicales are a delusion from the pen of the author of The Lady of activity about the young girl's proceeding per offices and such hives of little inside his- that strikes one as funny,) and in ber-char- tories is that Tweed oven went some of his and a snare ; I am familiar with the one Lyons. Miss Randall's departure is conse- oasis of melody in a desert cif public practic- quent upon her engagement by Mr. Hess acter, said Mr. Miller, would be shown ever associates one better, or worse, and that hellish influence. "Withal," added the two fair incognitas to whom he transferred ing, and avoid with religious care all those for his season of English opera in Califor- deadly-lively entertainments at which the nia, This young singer is making rapid paradoxical poet, "she will retain a certain property, or who were intrusted with valua- simplicity." Sancla simplicitax\ marvel- " hacks " of the half-professional world are strides in her career, and no one will deny ble papers, are lying perdu until such time ous Miller! SAPHIR. as the Geni of the ring shall summon up put through their vocal paces. I know that her success is richly merited. Miss courage to make, a clean breast of it, and by the lady whose voice has become attenuated Randall will sing the roles formerly sus- as her figure has increased—I know and tained by Miss Beaumont, not infringing on GLOVES ANI) SHIETS. brushing away the moss that has grown W. N. WOOD, Asrent, •over the primrose path of dalliance, buy his dread her. Her favorite selection ought to those assigned to Miss Seguin. She will be febl8-6m3 Cor. ¡Ninth and F sts. northwest. liberty at the price of interests that he had be the "Shadow song" from Denorah, the Lazarillo of Maritana, the Frederico of GREAT REDUCTION held sacred hitherto. There may or may if one may judge from the ombra leggier e Mignon, the Siebel of Faust, etc. It will be DANIEL LOUGHRAN, not be truth in this; possibly it is only of her upper .notes. I know, too, the weak seen that she is largely intrusted with role's JOBBER OF another of those base inventions of the tenor who sings persistently out ot tune, in the style of "the pretty page." She cer- CIWARS AND TOBACCO, enemy that have not spared better men. and whose "Maid of Athens" and airia tainly will look them charmingly, and her The Boss never did think by halves, how- from Lucia linger in one's tortured ears "Paríate d' amor" and "Here am I in NO, 1408 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, OPPO- long after the well-pleased executant has beauty's room" will doubtless captivate the ever, and two " establishments " would suit Prices of Kid&Gloves ! SITE W1LLAKDS' HOTEL. what the French would term an " expan- torn himself away from the piano. But all. musical 'Frisco. mar25-ly6 sive " nature. There was a reference in the Mile. Couton's musicale was quite free from these dreaded incidents; all the singers were These balmy breezes—we seemed a day Tribune sometime ago to one mysterious or so ago to have been dropped from the LIYEEY STABLES. woman who was mixed up in possibly artistes or amateurs who were artistes in frying printemps into the fire of high sum- A. B. KEYKS. J. L. SMITH. |Ring" revelations, and who had been method, and the result was a delightful evening. Mile. Corinne Bouligny, the mer—make people think very naturally of made the storehouse of documents that what they shall do to be saved from metro- We Have this day Reduced the Prices of would imperil many a head that was car- Creole lady whose delicious voice I spoke of in my last, was among the performers. politan heat this season. Mr. and Mrs. John ried high in this great city,, but the second T. Raymond, at the conclusion of their our celebrated K.BYBS cfc Co. •donna is a growth of a later day's gossip. She certainly sings with rare expression, 1 and on this occasion (which was her last engagement at the Park Theater, will prob- ably take a house at Spuyten Duyvel,'on Tweed has had a powerful interest in appearance in society prior to departing for LUCCA GLOVES, New Orleans,) she rendered several selec- the banks of the Hudson, and ijot far from keeping still, this plausible theory goes, in the homestead of James Gordon Bennett, not wishing to pain his family, who are tions in a style that gave the most flattering COACHES, augury of a brilliant future. senior, whose cherished boy has now, by AS FOLLOWS : most excellent people, and who have already the way, set up his household god (et déeses? ) suffered enough, heaven knows. The Mrs. Charles Post, the favorite amateur, in Paris. Mr. Raymond contemplates going OPEN BBETTS, younger son in particular, " Dick" Tweed, whose singing at Mrs. Paran Stevens' on the to Europe in the autumn to play in London. 2-BUTTON $1.20, formerly $1.25 has had a hard cross to bear, for he is- of a occasion of an entertainment in honor of Rose Eytinge has established her family in very sensitive nature, and going about in the Grand Duke Alexis, and at Mrs. Galla- a pretty villa in the style of a Swiss chalet 3-BUTTON 1.35, Cf • 1.50 LIGHT WAGONS, the world more than the other members of tin's, when the tableaux-vivants were held in the Orange mountains; it is called "St. the family, he has naturally encountered recently, elicited many compliments, sang Cloud." Mr. A. M. Palmer goes to Stam- 4-JB UTTON 1.50, f( more allusions to his father's delinquencies. in a thoroughly musician-like manner a ford with his partner, Mr. Sliericfan Shook, 1.60 SADDLE HOMSES, I remember when the Lydia Thompson French composition of great, charm. Mrs. and Lester Wallack, "who has apparently blondes were, dealing out some of the ineff- 6-B UTTON 1.80, ft 2.00 Post has a voice of excellent timbre and has deserted "The Hut" at Long Branch, will DOTJBLEand SINGLE BUGGIES able rot known as "nursery rhymes," on evidently been thoroughly well trained. cleave to his country seat in the suburbs of one occasion "Dick" Tweed was sitting She wore on this occasion a robe of black the same pleasant place. Miss Dyas may 8-B UTTON 2.20, Si 2.50 and all other vehicles promptly furnished. • among the audience, and I shall never for- velvet, cut square in the neck and filled in possibly visit England to settle up some get the flush that overspread his young with white lace; at the Breast was a bunch affairs consequent on the decease of her face as the fair, fat and forty Lydia carolled of Marie Leuise violets.. Her hair was worn father, but it is more likely that she will_ 49* Orders left at the Arlington Hotel or at the a pointed allusion to the wholesale thieving in a style not usual at the present day, but remain in town. She has established her- TAYLOR & HUFTY, Stable, day or night, will receive"prompt attention. of "the old man," When the burning its coils were exceedingly besoming to her self in á cozy flat in the immediate vicinity blush died away it left him a ghastly White, svelte figure and the simple but distin- of Central Park, where she catches all the 933 Pensylvania A-ven.vie. and it seemed for a moment as though he guished toilet which she wore. Among cool breezes that sweep through the paths my7-tf Close Carriages for wedding calls and receptions. was suffering tortures. "The sins of the others who sang were Signor Albites, who of the great resort for Manhattan's million. -g 3 father are visited," etc., indeed. delighted the company with vivacious in- Here she resides quietly with a maid who The elegant Hurlburt of theWorld, would terpretations of a couple of expressive is at the same time a companion, and her ta g w to ? H K X Ol not give the name of his informant as to French songs; Miss Griswold, who sang a books and pictures make her home so at- « Boarding and Livery Stables 1(s9 so IcîW à CT > H the facts in the published "confession;" French ballad with much tendernetes; Mr. tractive that it is not probable she will g fO os g. g a £35. B "S a noblesse oblige! He could not betray a Harrison Millard, who gave one of his own care to leave it to go very far. Mr. Coghlan s W GO S f AT WILLAKD'S HOTEL STABLES, man who had, told him matters of import compositions, and Mr. Eugene Oudin, a goes to California, and then joins his wife - o h co Cl -a p. ai "8 S in the character of his host. Fortunately young gentleman whose rich vflice is sup- in Scotland. Mr. Montagtíe will take a c/i F K^CO® > ai Corner Fourteenth and D streets, Washington, D. O. John Kelly was on hand to speak for him- plemented by a method of true dramatic " run across " too. Miss Jewett will proba- ID P8 »2o a>* H « o-3-ë- í^p-^rt- breadth and fervor. bly choose New England for the summer's IH PATENTS. PENSIONS. self, and, although the attitude in which he F W CD P'fgs S holiday. Miss Emily Rigl is strongly © H "S e- Q stood to the attorney general, who was his The sensation of this musicale was created, âï p ^ © R. S. & R. P. EYANS, urged by her family, who now reside gÖ gM O 1-3 informant, is regarded as unwarrantable, however, by a lady-distinguished in so- O together abroad, to join them, and she may ffi Attorneys and Counsellors-at-Law, there is a solid satisfaction in knowing that ciety—Mrs. Peter Ronalds, nee Miss Carter, 01) O all these charges against Hastings, Woodin join her sister in Paris, or her father in £3 V« Comer Fifth and J) sts. if. TP., opp. City Ball, of Boston. Mrs. Ronalds possesses one of £ O P. O. Box 104. Washington, D. C. and company are at least hot the unaided Vienna. Clara Morris (Mrs. Harriot) will « *< GC those voices that the great prime-donne of II feag ' U. S. Supreme Court, Court of Claims, District emanations of an editorial brain. The probably pursue the same plan of operations » ps 2.4 Courts. Local Collections, Internal Revenue Cases. the world are supposed to monopolize, and oct8-lya THE CAPITAL.—APRIL 29, 1877. 7

money to break up and expose the rings that so "Calamity Jane." TO TEAVELEES, G0SSIP BY ROBERTS. eneircled Washington. "TheBlack Hills,"by H. N. Maguire, and pub- HOTELS ÄND EESTAUEANTS. Why. don't the leading citizens and business men of ! lished by Donnelly, Lloyd & Co., Chicago, contains a lively and accurate history of the settlement of the A week ago a Sunday paper invited, by largely ad- this city take this in hand as they did the sweeping ALTIMORE AND OHIO RAILROAD. vertising, every one to buy the forthcoming number Black Hills country by the whites, and among other B NEW HOTEL. contract-, and settle on some one and present his name phases of rough frontier life gives the followin u g sketch The great double track. and find out "why people went away from Washing- of a noted female character known as Calamity NATIONAL, KOUTE AND SHOET LINE to the President, who I am sure can have only the Jane." ton to shop." As this was a question every one was Interest of the city in view, and desires to please the TO TSE RICGS HOUSE, largely interested in, we all -bought the paper to find "How far is it to Deadwood, .Tack?" Northwest, West and. South. general community? As it is, the matter is in the " Only a mile and a half; thai girl on the horse is out the "why," and were greatly disappointed to find JANUARY 14, 1877. PLCKHBR PAPER MILL, was captured by the Indians years ago—saw her child with a new danger in the requirement, whioh is not DEPOT at Potomac Bridge, corner Maryland ave- killed by them, was kept In captivity for years, and peculiar to this State, that their product shall sail GEORGETOWN, D. C. nue and Thirteen-and-a-half street. sep5tf3 once, at the peril of her life, gave information to the under its true colors and not as butter. We are prepared, with every facility, for troops which prevented a massacre similar to that In Great Reduction in Price of Coke. It is claimed that oleo-margerine is possessed of DELIVERED TO ALL PARTS OF THE CITY which poor Custer lost Ills life—she has a claim in properties which allow its close comparison with butter AT THE SAME RATE. . many ways on the Government which it oan never in a chemical point of view, but tho proof of that GEORGE HILL, Jr., scientific fact will hardly avaii to overcome our deep- New Schedule—Full load of 40 bushels for $2.60. pay. Yet this woman gets sixty dollars a month, rooted prejudices against artificial imitations of nat- Manufacturer of and wholesale dealer in [Smaller loads, 5 cents per bushel; cartage, 60 cents.] while doing the same work that almost all the others ural products. There are, besides, other facts which ATVPLT TO Engraving and Printing contribute to tho prejudice against oleo-margerine, Office of Washington Gaslight Company, got seventy-five for doing; yet I have never heard her when they are known. The materials from which it 413 Tenth street northwest, 711 First street northwest, oomplain or say one word against those who were over is manufactured are not always the most cleanly and PAPER. or to 110 Bridge street, Georgetown. " . * her in power, as I am constantly hearing others do inviting that could be desired, while sometimes noth- ing more disgusting or nauseating could be conceived. Warehouse, 433 Nlntta Street Northwest. BANK NOTES, BONDS AND COMMERCIAL who are much more comfortably situated, and I hope When the least objectionable materials are used the GEORGE BBEITBARTH, the- commissioner and Secretary will see that this prtcess of manufacture Is as follows: " Suet, after sepl0-t!2 WASHINGTON, D. C. woman at least gets as much as. the others around her being thoroughly washed, is reduced to oil at a low temperature; to each one hundred pounds of oil some WORK OF EVERY KIND, &c. do. twenty pounds of sour milk are added and the two JJ1ELIX DESFOSSE,S DEALER IN Mr. McPherson's appointment as chief of the print- substances are churned, half an ounce of bicarbonate of soda and two or three tablespoonfula of solution of FRENCH BAKERY, WM. H. PHILIP, President. ing bureau has given general satisfaction. He is one annotto being thrown into the mixture. Tho product (Established 1859. GEO. T. JONES, Vice President. of the few who has been jn political life and filled of this churning is allowed to come in contact with 18 YEARS OF INCREASING SUCCESS." ice, and is again churned with more sour milk. After FASHIONABLE FURNITURE, JOHN W. WATERS, Seoretary. prominent positions who are universally liked and fifteen minutes' agitation the solidified oil takes up a FELIX llESFOSSE, J. M. VAN BUSKIRK, Treasurer. well spoken of, and it is to be hoped hereafter that the ««[tain PereeaWi'C 01 tlie milk, as well as its flavor Hie well known and only real Frenoh Baker in Wash- bureau will cease to be the Ijiot It has been; but the and odor, and the butter ig r?«dy for the market." ington, has removed to No. 2012 H St., bet. 20th and 21st Sts, near Penn. Ave., where, in a house expressly BEDDINGS, WINDOW SHADES. GEO. A. BARR, chief 04a»ol 3o this alone, unless ho is sustained by The product thus obtained is Such a b&'iect imita - built for the purpose, he has greater facilities than be- others in power. tion in flavor, texture and odor of the best butter fore for the maRv'iacture of Hi® best French and made from cream, that it is difficult If not altogether American bread-. French Bread a specialtj'. SPRING PATTERNS JUST RECEIVED, We hope the President will oonsider well before he impossible for the eye, nose or tongue to distinguish Carpenter and Builder, appoints a commissioner for the District in place of Liberal terms offered to hotels and dealers. the difference, and chemical analysis shows that thfcy ' N. B.—French bread Is recommended for persons of Mr. Ketchum. The District has had rather a hard have the same constituent properties in almost the same proportions. An analytical chemist of New delicate health, especially for those suffering from 415 atld 417 SEVENTH St. N. W., timie of it for some years; for what was every one's York city, who strongly favors oleo-margerine, makes dyspepsia. Beware of Imitations. jy2-ly7 Shop 505 New Jersey Avenue. business was really no one's In particular. Congress the following comparison- maT-l did just about as they liked with it, having no interest "Ofthefats.includingolein, palmitine, stearine, but- JOHN Ii- KELLY, WASHINGTON, D. C., in the city, orily as a place whore they come to earn grine,. &c.; artificial butter contains 82per cent., cream J. C. NALLEY, butter 86 per cent. The most perceptible difference in Dealer In FIRST-CLASS fifteen dollars a day and the "pickings." For a little tlie-constituents.of the two products is in the matter of BEEF, ^¡mg« LAMB, * (Next to Odd Fellows' Hall.) HOUSE AND SIGN PAINTER* while we rose to the dignity of a territory, and had a salt, of which artificial butter contains 5.225 per cent, VEAL, MUTTO.N, Etc. (Formerly of the firm of Nalley & Hodgee.) little Cave of the Winds of our own, where our mem- and the genuine article 1.51 per cent. Of coloring matter there is a trace in the artificially prepared com- CORNED BEEF A SPECIALTY. Particular attention given to bers voted yes or no with as little understanding as pound. The percentage of salt, it is said, may be „ READ THE FOLLOWING : KALSOMINING, GRAINING AND INTERIOR did their brothers at the big house on the hill. They augmented or reduced to suit the taste and require- Stalls 628, 629 and 630 Center Market, Ninth street ments of the public. It is claimed for the counterfeit wing; and 206 and 208 Northern Liberty Market, or ad- DECORATION. eryoyed themselves in an innocent manner, and if butter that it does not become rancid so quickly as dress Box 713 City Post Office. Marketing delivered Walnut Marble-Top Dressing-Case Suites free of charge to all parts of the city. decl0-ly8 No. 509 K Street Northwest. they did not do any particular good, certainly did not dairy butter, and that it can be made much more ma7 2 do any harm. Shepherd is the only man of that reign cheaply." at $80. that will be remembered. But Congress sat down on Professor Chandler, professor, of analytical and ap- plied chemistry in tha school of mines, Columbia CHR0M0S FRAMED TO ORDER, New York Window Shade Store,. them, and our' legislative hall" was cleared out as. college, New York, says: " I find it to be a good and Eight Cents per Foot. Handsome Hair-Cloth and Rep Parlor Suites 618 Hint?i St., opposite Patent Office. suddenly as was the temple in olden time of the wholesome article of-food, and equally as free from in- "Window Cornices igl Per X*alr. This house deals exclusively In WINDOW UP- money-changers. Every one put what -they could jurious effeots as the butter made from cream." Velvet and Fancy Mats, Passe Partouts. at $55. HOLSTERY. All the latest Patterns of Shades, With this -sort of testimony it is possible that we S. CASTLE, 1304 H Street N. W., Cornices, Curtains, Ac. Patent and all other Fixtures. in their pockets and brought carts for the rest. may some time come to eat oled-margerlne under its Plcturo Frame Factory. Cottage Dressing-Case Suites at $36. •Stores and Offices htted up. Elegant Shades with We are "picking'up" now; so let us have homo own name with as much satisfaction as wo now do Gome and see the handsomest Imitation velvet frame Gold Borders for SI each, with fixtures. Cords, Tas- rule; give us a man for commissioner who is really genuine butter; but one stubborn fact will retard this in the city for cabinet cards, either stands or hangs- sels, Curtains, Fixtures in great variety. growth of public favor. Animal oil Is the basis of ALL KINDS OF Branch of FUSSELL & KLOES, New York.. identified with the city for its good, not fbr political oleo-margerine, and the compound can be obtained only 35 cents. my7-8 mar4-8mosl B. J. CLARKE, AgentV preferment. Sayles J. Bowen has only lived here for from the oil no matter what its source. Quite an in- dustry has grown up in London by the collection ot 1838. ESTABLISHES 1833. a few years, and has not gained the gool opinion of this oil from most unlooked-for places. Balls of yarn Furniture at Factory Prices the better class of the community. He has always are-dropped into the Thames, and after they have be- JOHN McDERMOTT & BROS., come thoroughly saturated with the oil and grease Examine my stock before purchasing elsewhere. Look Out For Paint! been for self. Thomas Hume or James L. Bacon, carried to that river with the drainage from the COACH MAKERS AND CARRIAGE DEALERS, mar4-3mo7 TJ. G. BOWEN, both of whom are business men of the best stamp, sewers, they fire collected and the oil squeezed 6ut to No. 310 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, Wen of integrity and honor, would be acceptable; be made into oleo-margerine and sold as butter. The 1823 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, product after ft has been obtained is chemically pure, (Near Third street,) J. L. SMITHMEYER & CO. or Columbus Alexander, who, though a shade stronger but the knowledge ol the material from which it is WASHINGTON, D. C. ARCHITECTS, House & Ornamental Painter & Glazier. in his politics than the other two, Is a man respected being made would almost certainly prevent any one Carriages and Harness received on Storage and Sold NO. ;?03 FIFTEENTH STREET. BETWEEN G by every citizen here, and who has spent time and finding anything savory in It. AND NEW YORK AVENUE. Imitations of all kinds of wood and marble, kalsc- on Commission. Carriages Repaired. febl8-tfB mining walls. Jobbing promptly attended to. ap30-l 8 THE CAPITAL.—APRIL 29, 1877. 8

Brig;htivood Yrotling Parle. AMUSEMENTS; AMUSEMENTS. AUCTION SALES. The entries for the spring meeting of the Bright- WE CALL special attention to the concert given ât THE CAPITAL wood Trotting Association for the 2:34 and 2:45 races Lincoln Hall on Tuesday next by the Montague Con- having been filled, the proprietors offer two more Y WTNCANSON BROS., Anotioneers, purses for the following week—one for horses that have1 cert Troupe. It' is the last of the season and will be •jq-ATIONAL THEATER. . SUNDAY MORNING APBIL 29, 1877. Corner Ninth and D streets northwest, t never beaten three minutes, and one for horses that rendered in a style most excellent. Among/thé shp- B have never trotted for stake or purse; and also intend APRIL 30, ONE WEEK ONLY. ottering a purse free to all, in which the famous H. C. port—and additional stars of vocalisme—to Miss Mon- Hill will be entered and will positively start, and our tague, are Messrs. Conner and OdehÈal, and Herr 2 . .MATINEES 2 CATALOGUE gAL^ RECORD OF THE WEEK. citizens will have an opportunity to witness the speed WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY. of this celebrated ¿rotter. Charles Goflrie will waken sweet melodies from his OF THE ENTIRE RICH AND COSTLY COL- The entries to the above races will close next Friday wonderful violin. THE SUCCESS. THE Mrs. K. B. Hayes Temperance Socie- evening, at 6 o'clock, at the office of Charles Earl, 815 LEONARD GROVER'S LECTION OF ty will meet at Moore's Hall, on Ninth .street, this Market space, "where a few season tickets can also be THE CIRCUS—-Forepaugh's—drew last week in À Very Successful Comedy, OUR HOARDING HOUSE, ' evening. All needing" temperance will attend, we procured. style hitherto unknown to the oldest inhabitant of The following are the horses entered: Washington. It well deserved the patronage it re- With the Celebrated Comedians, hope. CLASS 2:34.—MAY 8. STUART ROBSON AND W. H. CRANE, Owner enters b. m. Constance. ceived. And a strong cast of Comedy Stars selected and care- FINE FURNITURE, WE WERE pleased to meet our old friend John Talty enters b. s. Washington, Jr. THE attention of our readers is especially called to fully rehearsed by the author. Ben. Lusby, the champion ticket sellor, last week. Ben. A. T. Whiting enters b. g. Ned Buckley. ELABORATE SCENERY AND ACCESSIONS. is as active as eter, and it was worth the price of ad- H. Middleton enters b. g. Jersey Boy. the complimentary concert atTallmadge Hall to-mor- J. H. Morrow enters b. g. G-eneral McArtliur. MAY 7—First production of an entirely new Comedy mission to Forepaugh's show to witness his dexterity row evening. The.best amateur talent in the District Turkish Rugs, Moquet and English CLASS 2:45.—MAY 10. have volunteered their services, while the imitations written by BRET HARTE and MARK TWAIN, in selling the pasteboards. He is simply lightning— Harry Middleton enters b. sr. Jersey Boy. entitled J. E. Kelly enters b. g. White Stocking. of Mrs. M. T. Brown of the cornet are pronounced AH SIN. a jolly, good fellow, and may his shadow never grow (x. R. Moore enters br. g. Gilt Edge. Body Brussels Carpets, less. marvelous by all who have had the pleasure of hear- It2 Mr. CHAS. PARSLOE as Ah Sin. James Coyl6 enters s. g. Tom Fields. ing her. Mrs. Brown does not use any instruments of John Eggleson enters b. s. Trump. JglORD'S OPERA HOUSE. DEDICATED TO OLD PERHAPS— These are good horses, and exciting races can be ex- any kind, but makes the wonderful imitations by the The deluge pour long time we bore, pected. mouth alone. We bespeak for this entertainment a CHOICE BRONZES, SATURDAY EVENING, MAY 5, Umbrellas were in vain, PAPETERIES at Parker's, 627 Seventh street. large house and a grand success. And whisky hot was all we got One performance only of To counteract the rain. . Selah ! A Well Merited Success. .DIED. The G-arrlck Club, an institution, started for the BRELSFORD.—On the morning of April 28,1877, ELEGANT OIL PAINTINGS - THE WHITE VESTS Katzenstein sells for purpose of meeting a want long and generally felt in at 11:30 o'clock, Mary Elizabeth- , child of William and this community, viz: a place where gentlemen of Mary Jane Brelsford, aged 18 months 28 days. $1.60 are far superior to any $2.50 in Washington. moderate means and income might spend a lew leisure The funeral will take place from her parents' resi- HAMLET! BY EMINENT ARTISTS, Comparison invited, 310 Seventh street. hours in the day or evening in rational and recreativo dence, No. 328 -Virginia avenue southwest, on Mon- amusement. The G-arrick possesses all the advan- day, April 30tb, at 2:30 o'clock. Friends of the family A RELIC OF THE CENTENNIAL^—Mr. tages of a first-class club house, and under the able are invited to attend. 1* Mi*. Louis C. Walsh, French Plate Mirrors, Chamber and Hugh management of its popular president, Mr. T. Harry T. Taggart, it is stated, will enter suit to-morrow be- Donehue, the founder of the institution, it has proved (Oftliis City) fore Justice Plant against the committee who planned in every way a success. Mr. Donehue has spared UNDERTAKER, IMniny-lioom Furniture, adly. American The Temperance Cause. BEG TO STATE THAT lows. industry is hurt. Our boasted progrès?, which ren- The temperance people of the District are catching ILL OPEN TUESDAY OR WEDNESDAY I THE WONDERFUL EXHIBITION Walnut Wardrobes, Solas, Lounges and Easy Chairs. ders us ready for any exigency, is shown not to be so the enthusiam that is spreading all over the West in OF THE regard to this important subject, and a grand temper- MORNING THREE PIECES DARK AND Largo quantity Blankets, Spreads, Comforts, Sheets progressive as we thought it was. The source of MEDIUM GRAY 48-INCH CAMEL'S HAIR EDUCATED FLEAS ance mass-meeting will be held in Lincoln Hall on W and Pillow Case3. •our sick feeling lies in ax-handles. A prominent manu- Thursday night next. Bev. John P. Newman of the CASHMEKE, THE MOST DESIRABLE GOODS May now be secured at reasonable rates, the next few OUT. Walnut Extension Dining Tables. facturer in Vermont received an order a week ago for Metropolitan M. E. church, Rev. Father Keane of St. w.eeks, for the use of Schools, Receptions, Church Patrick's Catholic church, Mr. William P. Drew and Fairs, &c. Walnut Cane-seat Dining Chairs, Hat Racks. six thousand hickory ax-handles, to be transported to others will address the meeting, and a select male For further particulars please apply to Silver-plated, China arid Glass Ware. "the seat of war in the East. Upon investigation he , chorus Will furnish music in the shape of temperance H. BE KTOLOTTO, Proprietor, Clocks, Window Shades, Brass Step Plates. discovered the painiul fact that it will require the | glees. The meeting Will.undoubtedly be a grand suc- ARASOLS IN ENDLESS VARIETY. ALL lt2* 506 Ninth street northwest. cess, especially as the' arrangements are in the hands OF THE BEST QUALITY. NO OTHER Large number of Heating Stoves, Window Awnings. business energies earnestly employed of all the ax- of men who have themselves suffered from the evils of PKIND IN STOCK. THEATER COMIQ.UE. Complete assortment of Kitchen Requisites. handle manufactories in America for a month or more intemperance and who now mean business in the matter of relorm. to fill the bill. It is discovered that there are only MONDAY, APRIL 30—NIGHTLY AND WEDNES- ALSO, eight industries engaged in this particular line in DAY AND SATURDAY MATINEES. Elegant Bar Fixtures, consisting of Counters, French- Ileal Estate. UR STOCK IS FULL AND WELL AS- This week only, the eminent dramatic star, America, and some of those are out of order. We could SORTED, AND WILL BE SHOWN WITH plate Mirrors, Oil Paintings, Plated and Glass Those who desire to rent, purchase, or sell real MR. J. O. J. DOWLING, Ware, Iron Safe, (American Steam Safe Com- scarcely have believed that about our industries. estate should be exceedingly careful as to whom they OPLEAS URE TO ALL WHO FAVOR US WITH A the champion rifle-shot of the world, in conjunction employ to transact their business, as everything de- CALL. with the sterling actres?, pany.) Show Case,' &c. The Turks must think America is a helve a country. pends upon the integrity of the agent. Not wishing MISS MAY TREAH, Three Billiard Tables, with Cues, Balls and Racks or desirous to say aught against any one, we cannot supported by the celebrated actor, complete. LIGHT WEIGHT AND ADVICE.—There is retrain from asserting 'that Mr. J. "V. Is(,. Huyck is a W, M. BROWN, MR. WM. T. STEVENS, something exceedingly rapacious and disgusting in gentleman of unquestioned integrity and reliability, who will introduce his dramatic dogs, Barber Shop Fixtures, Chairs, Mirrors, Show Cases, and all business entrusted to his care will be faithfully ROMEO AND ZIP, &.c. the quick rush of our bakers to raise the price of attended to. As will be seen in to-day's issue of THE No. 314 Eighth St., near Fenn. Ave. in the great sensational border drama, entitled bread before either the circumstances of the times or CAPITAL he ofTers for sale or exchange one hundred JUB£ SLOGAN. Oil Cloth, Rugs, Mats, &c., &c. acres of prime land in Prince G-eorge's county, only It7 the condition of things in the East guaranteed them John and Maggie Fielding, Lynn ^Sisters, Bob and ALSO, six miles from United States Treasury. Also, a new Alice Daly, Helen Revere, Rickey and McCarthy, One Top Buggy, Pole and Shafts. , to do so. It is an evidence of the hungry eagerness three-story brick, house for sale with all the modern MRS. J. P. PALMER, Miss Rosa Lee, and our great company in the grand- of humanity to crowd the rest of the world when it improvements, and a beautiful summer residence for est bill of the season. One Black Mare. sale or exchange for city property. gets a chance. ~ . • Tickets can be secured at M. Goldstein's cigar store, One Double Set Harness. IN o. UOi P ST. NORTHWEST, 611 Pennsylvania avenue. It8* Two Single Sets Harness. The increase in price was bad enough, but the mean, PAPETERIES at Parker's, 527 Seventh street. •contemptible attempt to swindle employed by others VENUE VARIETY THEATER, One Top Wagon. of the guild, in selling at light weight, is positively Washington Light Corps. Will receive during this week a fresh invoice of A Eleventh and Pennsylvania avenue* -B^Sale of Horse, Wagons, &c., will take place on FRIDAy, May 4, at 12 m.. repulsive. The smallness of the fraud exaggerates We understand that'it is the intention of the Wash- OPEN EVERY NIGHT. ington .Light Corps, .Company A, to give a grand FINE FRENCH FLOWERS. All of the above-named furniture having been made the disgust atv the swindle. Several were arrested. FIRST CLASS COMPANY., promenade concert and exhibition drill during-the to order and having been in use but a short time, is as We give their names, that they may be known and early part of May. We sincerely hope the rumor is- All the latest designs of NEW DRAMA, good as new. This sale otters a rare opportunity to treated so that the fine imposed by Snell in the police true, for there is no reason why a series of such enter- NIP AND TUOIC. tainments should not be given, during the season. dealers and parties desiring. to furnish or replenish. court may not be the end of their punishment. These Throughout the North and West these entertainments' French Chiji and Straw Hats and OLIO, DANCE AND BALLET. men were mulcted $2 for each light-weight loaf found are the events of the fashionable season, and looked MATINEES TUESDAYS AND FRIDAYS. The hotel will be open for inspection day before sale. forward to with delight by all who are fortunate Bonnets, Feathers. Catalogues can be obtained of the Auctioneer or Trus- in their possession, and the bakers' guild, instead of enough to secure a ticket. Our crack corps has a host Iti ADMISSION 10,15, 26 and 60 oents. turning upon them, intimated, in their latest meeting, of friends who will rally in force, and we trust that tee. Terms cash, - that the fine was extortionate. It should be doubled the report is not mere rumor, but that we shall shortly O NOT FORGET THE MILES DEAN, Trustee, have the pleasure of announcing the day when this RIBBON'S, D No. 458 UK MS. KH J»^ place of meeting. When one of their members dies duction in the price of lumber, made by G-eorge H. FOR LADIES: Nowport Button and Ties oi French ENGINEER'S OFFICE, the corpse is always kept on ice until the ensuing Sun- Johnson, corner -Fifteenth and R streets northwest, Kid and Morocco. Will be represented by the little pupils of Prof. Shel- DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, who offers all kinds of lumber atunusually low prices. don's Dancing Academv. Prof. Sheldon will be at day, when the association can hire a band to walk be- Those who desire anything in his line should not fail PLAID TOP BUTTONS, THE LATEST. the Hall, 1004 F St. N. W., from 9 a. m. to 5 p. m. daily WASHINGTON, D. O., April 27,1877. hind them and " have a pee-rade." Sometimes both to give him a call. forthe sale of seats. Secured Seats, 50 cents. ap8-4t7 Sealed proposals will be received at this office until are lucky enough to have a corpse apiece on the Lord's Large stock of Slippers, French- and Low Heels. Boys', Misses' and Children's Shoes in great variety. day, in which case they sometimes collide, and love Douglass. 12 o'clock m. on and charity get entangled in the complex fractions of Th e cry from all parts of the country is hard times, SPRING HEELS, EXTRA SIZES. FOE SALE OR EXCHANGE, and in the interest of economy we advise our readers SATUBDAY, MAY 6, 1877, an indiscriminate fracas. The latest caricature on to call on R. C. Douglass, under National Theater, and INFANTS' SHOES A SPECIALTY. BEAUTIFUL their respective titles occurred a short time since, when have their spring suits cleaned and renovated. For the repair of wood and concrete pavements in the the " love " ones obtained possession of a hall that the cities of Washington and Georgetown. Buntings. Aliectionators of Charity wanted; whereupon the lat- W. N. D'ALTON, Bids will be received only upon blank forms, which A large invoice of buntings and parasols has just ap29-2tl 903 Pennsylvania Avenue. SUBURBAN BUILDING SITE, ter, iorgetting the sweet patience under crosses identi- been received by Messrs. Burdette & Co., 928 Seventh maybe obtained from this office, together with the fied with their name, assaulted the -hall in a body and street, direct from the -factories, which they offer at necessary information, upon application therefor. proceeded to demolish it. The atmosphere for a mo- jobber's prices. FOlt SAX.E OK EXCHANGE. SEVEN ACRES OF VERY CHOICE AND FER- The right is reserved to rejeot any or all bids or parts TILE LAND, WITH GRAND OLD OAK ment resembled the boundaries of Herzegovinia with THE attention of housekeepers fitting out or replen- Special Opportunity to Secure a 1 AND OTHER FOREST TREES. of bids. a score or so of Bashu-Bazouks thrown in. The as- ishing is called to the advertisement of Webb & GOOD FARM & BEAUTIFUL RESIDENCE. By order of the Commissioners ot the District of saulting party tore down one entire side of the hall, Beveridge. Their stock of china, glass ware, crockery, Only a short distance from the city and station on the Columbia. plated ware and housefurnisbing goods is the largest Baltimore and Ohio railroad, overlooking a vast ex- when the besieged sallied forth and beat them back. B. L. HOX1E, in the city, and they offer the same at the lowest cash One hundred acres of prime land six miles from panse of charming surrounding country. ,The fight grew in interest and excitement, and there prices. United States Treasury building, in Prince George's This is a very fine and desirable spot. Lieutenant of Engineers, U. S. A., Engineer of Dis- would probably have been a plethoric surfeit of col- county, Md., northeast from the Soldiers' Home, in Price only »3,000. trict of Columbia. Its THE attention of the public is called to the adver- full view of the United States Capitol. Terms easy. Apply to ored corpses prepared for " pee-rades " to-day, when tisement of Thomas Dowling, who offers for sale the The residence is very beautiful, and is surrounded by J. V. N. HUYCK, the police came on the scene and arrested the rival medical library and instruments of the late Dr. No. 1505 Pennsylvania avenue northwest, Drinkard, at his auction rooms, Monday and Tuesday grand old oak and other fo.rest trees, evergreens, organizations. shrubbery, &c., and contains about ten rooms, remark- ap29-tfd Arlington flre insurance building. BILLIARDS. evenings, April 30 and May 1, at 7:30 p. m. ably well arranged, with all modern improvements Their ease i3 pending before the civil courts, and the possible to secure in the country. •G-alilean Fishermen once again rise supereminent PAPETERIES at Parker's, 527 Seventh street. The land is in a good state of cultivation, and about PAWNBROKER'S SALE. SEAT0N HALL, 9th & D Sts., N. W. 40 acres especially adapted to the growth of garden above them all. W. N. Dal ton. truck or grain of any kind, and the balance for grass H. K. Fulton's first spring sale for 1877 of forfeited Entirely refitted and furnished with the LATEST The immense stock of boots and shoes for the spring and fruit, of which latter there is a large and choico pledges. Sale at 1233 Pennsylvania avenue, TUES- STYLES OF TABLES. ' IF YOUR head aches drop into a drug store trade, at Dal ton's, are offered to the public at the selection. DAY and WEDNESDAY, May 1 and 2, commencing The Bar is stocked with the finest Brands of and get a bottle of Lodille's Headache Specific; it lowest prices, and special attention is called to the For price and terms apply to at 7.30 o'clock p. m., comprising a large and valuable LIQ.UOBS AND OIGAKS. latest novelties for gentlemen, calf, kid and morocco J. V. N. HUYCK. assortmont of gold and silver watches, fine jewelry, will cure it in twenty-fiVe minutes or less. Price fifty tea H. K. FULTON, Broker. SCA.NXiOISr & CO., Proprietors. broad toes, low heels; also, the latest novelties for Real Estate Agent, No. 1505 Pennsylvania avenue, N. deol7-til xjents. ladies. See advertisement in another column. W., Arlington Fire Ins. building. ap29-tf8 Its JAMES GUILD, Auotioneer.