Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1859-09-13
Rr1rorou.-rhs spirit Of revival seem, to be

RKIrerors-Ths spirit Of revival seems to be
rapidly spreading among our churches. The
churches at the Navy Yard, as well as those we
have already mentioned in the other parts of the
city, are becoming awakened. Protracted meet
Ings were commenced on Sunday night last at the
Methodist Protestant Church. Rev Mr. Nichols
pastor, and at the Ebenezer nj. T.. Church, Rev
Dr. Ryan Pss'S DR. Al the latter after the pastor
ta'ion having been given, four penitents came
forward, soliciting the prayers Of the church
Last night fifteen persons presented themselves at
the altar.
At the Methodist Protestant Church. last night.
Rev MI Nichols preached from the text, .sAnd
while they went to buy, the bridegroom came:
ana ,hey that Were ready went in with him to the
marriage, and the door was shut:n Matt 25. TO-
After the sermon three persons presented them
selves AZ the altar, one Of whom "a lady) professed
conversion ere the close Of the meeting Great
ihlerest seems TO be manifested at this church by
tne young men Of the congregation, and the MEM
bers are greatly encouraged with a prospect of
very profitable meetings
RAIL AND REED BIRD SHooT,Sa-Tbe sports.
men OF our District have made more extensive
preparation for the Rail season than for a long
time past. 1t is reported by those who have Wis
ited the marshes, in the Potomac and Anacostia.
that the birds are very plentiful, and many gun
ners have made large returns from single tides
Ihe principal difficulty appears to be the obtain
ing OF SKINS and experienced pushers to carry
sPorShen through the marshes upon the tides.
Those who enjoy the sport Of Rail shooting gen.
orally engage their assistants day before II posi-
Ole, SO that when they get to the marsh they may
not DE disappointed Many, who are more venture
soue, wade the marsh, very tiresome course to
tue uninltiative, and not all conducive to health;
others use well trained dogs. The birds are be-
ginning to be offered at the restaurants, hotels,
and in the markets by the professional gunners,
In large numbers they find ready sale being con-
sdered delicacy of the season The amusing
incidents connected with amateurs sporting In
the marsh, as ducking, miring, &c, are as nu-
merous as ever. but serious accidents have
yet been reported.
THE CROWNS AND WREATHs-There is quite
rush Of fair ladies to the store Of X c. Stevens,
Pennsylvania avenue, near Ninth street. the at
traction being the crown and magic fan provided
for the fortunate one who shall be selected n, the
Queen OF Love and Beauty at the Tournament Of
the Sons OF Malta on the 18th instant. and the
beautiful wreaths for the Maids Of Honor The
crown is really superb, composed Of the finest
French flowers, tastefullv interspersed with sill
yer lilies Of the valley. The magic fan is much
admired and especially because of the simplicity
with which il is transformed from beautiful fan
to a bOquet of equal beauty. The blush rose
wreaths, three in number, are tastefully designed
These, too, are much admired. They We're all
selected by Mr. Stevens and do much credit to
his taste.
THB TRRATRE-One of the largest and most
fashionable audiences that has graced the in
terror Of the Washington theatre, assembled last
night to witness the performance of the great in
ternatonal comedy Of 90 Our American Cousin },
Ii was truly gratifying to the friends of the Drama
as IL must nave been to the company to know that
so many people knew Of the existence of the thea
ire ADd had actually found the way to that hospi-
table establishment. Without having the space to
enter into any crtic SIN Of the play its perform
nNKv1ll nj N1,-.,
siastcally received bv d very large and dscrimi-
mating audience, and will no doubt draw over
howing houses as long as the managers may see fit
to keep ii upon the Washington boards The NAV
is to be repeated tonight followed by the farce Of
the Elton Boy-Mr. Raymond as Dabiter.
THE REvIvAL.-The protracted meetings at the
Methodist churches still in progress At the
Wesley Chapel, last night, love feast was held
under the superintendence OF the Rev Dr. Nor
gan, Pres ding Elder, and Rev. Mr. Ball. 1t was
very interesting occasion. and several penitents
appeared at the altar for PRAYER
At the Methodist Church South interesting
meetings are In progress under the direction of
Rev MI. Granbery. the pastor. assisted bv Rev
DIR. Marshall.
At the Methodist Protestant Church. the pro.
tracted meeting has just begun, under the super
vision Of Rev. l.. W. Bates pastor Last night
the meeting was very lively and interesting, and
several penitents were at the altar.
The franklin Fire Company give grand excur-
sion to Mount Vernon and Glymont tomorrow,
In honor of their guests, the America Fire Com
pany of Philadelphia. Partici pated in as this
excursion will be- by all the re companies in the
city In uniform. and with bands of music and by
many other citizens, II will no doubt be one OF
the grandest and most imposing affairs Of the
kind OF the season.
RowDYIsM or CAPITOL HILL.-A correspondent
itao 70 th.t0 - l..
ing the intersection of b street and New Jersey
avenue, he was assailed by gang of rowdies as
sembled there with the most abusi We and obscene
language. he expresses the hope that the good
citizens of Capitol Hill. with the cooperation of
the police, will help this growing evil.
VISITING Sons OF MALTA-The PhiladelpbIa
Journal announces that special delegation Of
ten, appointed under invitation by the : G
Council OF Eastern Pennsylvania, will leave that
CITY on Wednesday Tomorrow for Washing
ton, to be present at the grand Tournament at
Arlington Springs.
WATCH REIuRSs.-John s. wetman, drunk
and disorderly; fine Sil5. Chas. Thomas, col. ,
stealing and disorderly; do S3I5 John Law
| renee, drunk and disorderly; do S. IS BRIDGET
Carol, do; workhouse % days. Moses Cohen.
de and assault and battery; do. S215 Four
dodgers.
THE JUNIATA HOUSE. on FOur-and half street.
Messrs. Lusk & Smith proprietor we learn will
be reopened tomorrow for the reception of quests
This popular house it will be remembered is
Ike kept on the European and American systems com
COUNTERPART CoIN.-We hear that a great
quantity Of counterfeit silver coin is in circuIa-
ton, especially half dollars. Look out for them.
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and every day the proprietors greeted with the
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the use OF their celebrated "Bitters In our prin,
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the Bltt4rs," in furnishing their medicine closets
Asa tonic Is both mild and agreeable to the taste
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