Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1858-02-01

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with assault and battery with intent 70 kin (1,to
Sherman, marine, was closed and given 10 the
jury, which, after remaining ont until the bour
oI adjournment sent word that they could not
agIee wnereupon the Court ordered that thew
1n IN case OF coming to an understanding be-
ioIe next Monday at 10 O'Clock a. m, seal their
verdict and leave II with the clerk and 90 home
Inc case Of Michael McIntire was taken up,
charging the prisoner with stealing one infants
,O dress and two shifts. The jury re-
turned verdict Of guilty, and the prisoner was
sentenced TO imprisonment in the District Peni.
tertiary for the space of fifteen months
The case Of the United States rs Michael Ca.
ton, John Hopkins, Lloyd Thorn, James Dovle
Elisha Chamberlain, and Slic-r Nelson was
tnen taken up, charging the defendants with
rioting In Georgetown. This case was submitted
10 'n M Court as to Cation, Thorn, Chamberlain
ana Nelson, lthe other parties not having been
and costs. ~ ooii'i'
The Court then adjourned
To-day, the verdict of the jury in the case Of
William Garner, charged with assanIt and hat
terry with intent to kill Otto Sherman. marine
dcted. s"'i'y d. III
They then proceeded to the trial of Samuel
intent to Kill one Bridget Callahan on the 18th
DAY OF December, 1857. This case was pendino
when this report closed.
The RIVER obstinately refuses to freeze over
this Winter; and the unusual spectacle of scboon.
ers arriving, laden with wood and coal. from the
Northern ports may be seen daily at the wharyes.
This morning, large schooner with 25O tops
OF coal on board, arrived at the wharf of the
Moore. "
Mr.. T. w. Riley, at the foot of 1Itb stree, l.
taxing advantage of the Winter season TO have
MS wharves put in thorough RIPARIAN improve
ment, 6y the way, that was very much needed.
The hneness Of the weather, thus far. has in
uUceQ the DTODrlptOrS of the 4
Baltimore Steam Packet line to resume their re-
uiar trips between the two cities and the Dja
mono ntate VIII leave Baltimore on Wednesday
with freight for our dealers, and arrive as usual
no accident happening, at the Washington
wharves on Friday next
Oysters abound at the whaIves-some SON
ousneis OF very nne ones arrived at Rleys wharf
| on yesterday.
ASSAULT CASES. Saturday, Mr.. fl. Kp,
was arrested for assault and battery on Ms. f.
Fannerry. She was employed on Friday as a
| cook in his house, but she refused to work when
desired he tried to get rid of her. and was
| Obliged To put her out of the house. This con
stltuted the assault of which she complained
The case was dismissed by Justice Murphy.
This morning, Patrick Kirk was arrested on
\ IKE Charges. The cOmplanants were Ellen and
| Barton Scdnton. 1t appeared to I've a trif,ny
| quarrel among neighbOrs, and Justice Murphy
required The accused to give security to keep the
\ peace.
| WE CALL special attention to the programme
OF the Concert of st. Matthew's Church Choir to
| take place tonight, at Philharmonic Hall, Star
Buildings Some of the best musical talent of
the city and of the country has been secured. The
rehearsal performances of the Misses Heron we
near, were 50 remarkably successful as to aston
1sh and delight the most exactiny musical critics
present. The o'her rehearsal practice was also
most satisfactory, and indeed nothing less than
nrst class 1t may he judged, would be permitted
10 pass muster by the experienced gentlemen
having the Concert in hand
LARcENY-Friday night several larcenies were
committed in the northern part of the Fourth
ward Edward Smith, colored boy, was al
rested on Saturday night, by policeman Watson.
of the Sixth District for selling goods identified
10 be some of those stolen from Mr. Freeman
and he was committed to Jail, by Justice Dom.
for Il further hearing.
The GOLD Folks make their last appearance
-Poz-to-night, and our friends who have not
seen or heard them, must be forthcoming to-.
night, or miss the only opportunity. We trust
the "Oid Folks" will carry away with them
pleasant "reminiscences enough TO ind nee Them 10
pay another visit. We assure them they
have made very many warm friends here.
ATTEMPT TO GARRoTE.-Last night two fell
lIws seized man named G. H. Robinson by the
throat, as he was passing the Centre Market, and
demanded that he should give them what
you've got" Policeman Carter happened near
al The time ard arrested the pair, and lodged
them in the guard-house. This morning thew
were sent to Jail by Justice Dom
CoUNTERFEIT QUARTER DOLLARS, which have
good outside appearance. but which split in
halves, showing base interior, on being struck
smart blow, are circulating in Washington
SATURDAY NIGHT the ''shonlder- hitters'' took
advantage of the fire in the First Ward TO have a
row in Swampoodle, which they carried ont.
much TO the annoyance Of the quiet residents
TIE Lands MINsTRELs had an immensely
funny programme on Saturday night, and offer
one equally as good tonight. Call and see.
Grow wiser and better
As life wears away"
If you wish to conform to the above precep
literally, visit Philbrcks Gift Bookstore, No