Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1855-09-13

AID FoR rHE 6UrErazRs.-The employees
in the hotel Of our snterprising friends, the
brothers willard, have done their duty to-
wards the Afflicted in Norfolk and Portsmouth,
subscribing among them thirty seven dollars.
Tney are, as all know, persons who make but
q livelihood, with whom dollar is Of more
practical importance than with any class
who do not live by the sweat Of the face. If
all among us would do as nobly for the good
cause, the aggregate subscription of Washing
ton (Which we believe to be already greater in
proportion to population than that of any 9TH
er community whatever) viii be unprecedent.
ed In the history of charity superinduced by
a great and sudden calamity The following
Is the list Of contributions to the fund at viii.
lards' hotel
james Mooney, 81; William Airy, 81: John
Stanton, so cents; Daniel Shea, 81; Michael
Conner, 50 cents; B. M. Heating, ST; Eugene
Mccarthy, 81; Hugh Connor, ST.; Jeremiah
Mccarthy, 81; Bartlett Knox, ST; Jas Woods,
81; Patrick Smith, 81; Chas. Quinn, so cents
Patrick Branagan, SO cents; John Carpenter,
81; Michael Carpenter, 81; Jas. Conroy, 81;
William Kan, 81; John johnson, so cents;
Nicholas Robertson, 81; johanna ii. Roche,
81; Mary Curtain, 81; Ellen Roche, 81; Julia
Shea, 81; Catharine Joyce, 81; Ellen Brown,
81; Catharine DAILY, 81; MARI Colbert, 81;
Margaret Colbert, 81; Mary Shea, 81; Ellen
Myers, 81; ROsana Bligh, 81; Sophia Woods,
n; Catharine Taggart, 81; Catharine Woods,
81; Anne German, 81; Anne Hagerty, 81;
Mrs. FILLMORE, 81.
The CoLoRED WESLEYAN CHURCHES On
Tuesday, at noon, the Rev. Messrs. Singleton
L. Jones, Joseph j. Clinton, and Rev. David
Stevens, were formally introduced to his
honor the Mayor, at his office, City Hall, when
one Of them addressed him as follows:
Ree,tsrfal S,r Wa n~asant M A. -.
tors and representatives Of the colored ives.
leyan churches and connection in the city of
washington, ID. c., for the purpose of pre-
senting to your Honor, for lhe relief of the az
fiicted and suffering inhabitants of tho cities
of Norfolk and Portsmouth, Va, q small sum
collected for that purpose, on the morning of
the 10th instant, at camp-meeting Of the
above denomination, held on the camp-ground
of Mr.. Scaggs, under the direction and con
troll of the pastor REV. David Stevens) and the
oficiary Of Union Wesley station.
Notice having been given on the day pre-
yious, a charitable sermon was delivered by
Rev. j. j. Clinton, pastor of John Wesley sta
ton, from Galatians, 9th chapter and 10Th
verse, after which the congregation volunta-
rily contributed the sum of S34 or more,
which We now present you, on their behalf
They furthermore desire US to assure you, sir,
aud the sufferers to whose relief they have
contributed, and for whom they cherish those
kindly feelings which humanity and religion
inspire, that their continual prayers shall be
directed to Almighty God that this pestilential
storm may subside-thst the balmy wings of
health may overshadow the entire nation, and
that pure religion, undisturbcd peace, and
increasing prosperity, may prevail throughout
our common country.
The Mayor of Washington replied, that this
was the third contribution received from the
cOlored population. They (the committee)
knew as well as he did that five out of six of
the present population Of the cities of Norfolk
and Portsmouth are cOlored, and therefore
whatever contributions have been and are to
be made will be appropriated, for the greater
part, to their assistance. He was proud to say
that our colored population will stand up and
perform their duty to the extent of their abili-
ty. This contribution, just presented of over
thirty-four dollars, was equal to a thousand
from any other quarter, ali the circumstances
being considered; in other words, fair pro-
portion of the generous gifts for the relief of
suffering humanity. He considered their con-
tribution liberal, and should take great plea
sure in mentioning it in connection with the
others.
The committee retired, apparently pleased
with their courteous reception. We happened
to be present, and were much gratifed with
the proceedings.
CHARLES LEHMAN-CHARGE OF LARCENY
Several days ago We mentioned that Charles
Lehman had been held to bail to answer the
charge Of the larceny Of several chickens, but
knew nothing of the facts further than the
action of the Justice Of the Peace in the case
is concerned. While We would not shield the
guilty, we would not assist in the condemna-
ton Of any individual merely accused Of mis-
demeanor; preferring to adhere to the msiIa Of
law to consider man innocent until he shall
hn, ~.
ton of the facts stated by our respected cor
respondent, whose cOmmu aication we amend
that full investigation Of the affair NAV re-
lieve Mr. Lehman from the charge which now
Expresses him.
To TIE Editor of the Star:
MY DEAR SIR: Believing that you would
not knowingly and needlessly infict q wound
upon the reputation of the Hun.5iest indipid-
nal, venture To ask permission to mitigate
your record Of the matter Of 1.-The Common
wealth We. Charles Lehman" in reference to
trifing larceny supposed to have been COM
mltted by him on the marketing of worthy
gentleman Of this city few days since. As
faithful and vigilant chronicler of passing
events, it was right and proper for you to pub,
lish the transaction referred to as 60 terror
to evil doors" but have respectfully to sug.
gest, that in this case there has been a xuisaD-
prehenSt0n. Charles Lehman is an indus
tIiouo, lIushl suoeudheT, anu Ills wlfe Keeps
small toy shop, and by their united efforts
they are enabled to secure a comfortable live
lihood without resorting to any improper ex-
pedient to accomplish that end. He was,
moreover, for a considerable time sexton of the
church to which ministered in this city, the
collector Of the pew rents and subscriptions,
and, can safely say, that q moro severely
honest and upright man have never known
can specify cases in which his integrity was
thoroughly tried, and he proved himself wor-
thy Of the utmost confidence. I trust, there
fore, Mr. Editor, that this poor but upright
man, whom circumstances have placed in q
very painful position, will not be allowed to
suffer in his business or character by a mere
accidental Coincidence. / write this without
any reference to the wishes of the accused,
but simply in obedience to the impulses of my
own heart, and l am sure your generosity will
prompt you to aid me, TO this extent, In lifting
the cloud which has thus Unexpectedly settled
on the hopes and prospects of this humble but
worthy citizen.
Very truly yours,
SRpTIuUS TusTpN