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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

ART MATTRRs.-The printing of pictures by
HelOtype process attracts attention. The plate
has the impression thus taken: A sheet Of CELIA
tine treated with bi chromate of potash, which
ordinary Photographic negative. When the
picture appears sufficient plain the gelatine is
taken and made adhere by atmospheric pressure
to plate. The plate, with the eelatine attach
ed, is placed in an ordinary piaten printing
press and linked with ordinary photographic ink.
As iD photography, II !. necessary to dampen
the plato with water after every impression.
without njuricg the plate, and If injured, is re-
placed ct cost OF a few cents. The process is,
in fact, what has long been sought-photo-
graphic printing. 1t can be applied to the pro-
duction OF fac simileS OF every variety of picture
and engravings, rare prints, portraits, trade
circulars, and can be used even in pottery and
its kindred arts.
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Where to Purchase Holiday G foods

HALLE BROTHERS, northwest corner of eth
ana ID streets, have receiTed a fresh supply of
Rev Years clothing for winter wear Their
talm2S and OyercOats for men and boys are
stylish and cheap. School and Sunday suits
Tor bOys can be procured here much cheaper
than Clothing can be made to order.
People o. correct habits stay at home tn csc
long winter nights and spend their time in read
ing. and how pleasant il Il TO have good light
10 read by. large assortment of blue an
nq0e reading Lights have just been received and
Co.
comfortable place to spend leisure hour
is ADAMsoN's billiard rooms, COS 9Th street.
Theres no two WAYS about butter; ike eggs
or oysters, it's either good or bad. Ws. SIBREY
81 Sth street, near Pennsylvania avenue, keeps
the good kind either in prints or roll
III you want TO renOvate your rooms with ele-
CANT wall paper and ornament them with hand
some pictures either with chromOs, engrayIngs
II photographs 60 to hARERgFKR's and keep
SHADY.
turs are in great demand now, and slime
nETz Il Kept busy, but he manages 10 keep q
fuH supply on hand suited TO both ladies' or
gentlemen. No better New Years present
Gan be made,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

DAMAGES FOR SELLING LIQUOR. Mrs
Preisty, CT Davenport, Iowa, recently brou sht
suit against Joseph HERB Tor damages for sell
verdict OF g., 800. Herbs counsel moved for a
new trial. but the matter was compromised by
Mrs. Preistly accepting q house, valued az
The success of the suit has encouraged the
cause of temperance In Iowa. The president
of the Peoples Temperance Association of that
state warns all persons that the society Intend
to prosecute all such cases, not only against the
liquor vender, but the landlord Of the premises
where it Is sold,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28
The Murder of Samuel RogersIsi


JAIL.
Margaret Wood The woman who lived with
Toe Wright, the alleged murderer of Samuel
Rcge-Skt, together with her son George, aud
Sam. Bembry, the boGrder in the house, were
retained al police he al quarters until 10 O'Clock
to-day, when they were conducted TO jail BY
Detective NcDeyitt, where they will be detained
- witnesses until the case comes before the
grand jay.
TIE ALLEGED ASSASSIN DON'T LIKE PRISON
FARE.
wright, On being committed 70 Jail yesterday,
was assigned to cell tbS first floor. right
corridor, and the leg irons were Immediately
put On him. This operation seem to disapDOint
him, as be had got the impression somewhere
that he would have the range of q room, and be
treated with the greatest attention. Yesterday
Was bean soup ds, ;" and when his ration WAS
handed him, he asked: .'Do you want me 10 eat
This stun The on Ger inquired: "Why, what
Go ySu Eznt-a cup CT coffte?" The prisoner
eageTly.-"Ies. bring x In" IL was not bEOu ght
in, however, and although his stomach re5elled
~ warm beans yesterday, he finds cold Leans
quite Paiatabie to- day.
ON HIS NCsCLE.
Wright after getting acquainted with fellow
ITtCnsr-the only one in the same cOTridlr-
said that il they had showed hicn half a Oh ance
IN the Office he would have Knocked HI ont of
the whole set o; guards. He seems TO have
great confidence IN his strength, and says that If
they would take his irons on he will get away
with half dozen guards at a time.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

~Proverb for the day-"There's many Q
Slip"
81 The man who works with a"will"-The
Probate Judge.
~The destinies OF the nation are In the hands
Of the girls.
- An enterprising citizen of Plano, Ill, has
succeeded In Transforming pigs tail into
whistle.
~ The daughter OF the ecclesiastical pianist,
the Able List, has just seeded from Rome,
turned Protestant and married q German
composer.
VTwo years ago, in Augusta, Me-, four
couples were married at the same time. Since
then two have parted and two have applied for
divorces.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

Snow, Ice, AND THE PoLICE.-Editor Of the
Star. Is it true that 1t Is the duty of police
officers TO see that the sidewalks are cleared of
snow and ice? II 30, why do they neglect the
duty? Seine of Us are prompt to have the snow
removed, while from one-fourth to half of those
owning or occupying property let 1t remain, to
become either slush or Ice, to the great detri-
ment of limb and health. Will you permit me
to call attention to 14th street northwest, from
the Circle north? No snow removed from I'M
improved lots, mono from IN front of the public
school corner q street, and this Is the case as
far rs street. CorcorAn street Is blocked up.
TAXPAYER.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

SNowBALLING THAT CosT A LIFE.-Christ-
mas TO joys for the occupants OF the second
moor OF the rear tenement at 90 Lewis street
The whole family were sOrrowing for their net
Ferdinand Hahn, a bright, blue-eyed, sweet
voiced youth, who died at in the morning. On
Monday night the little nine-year old fellow
was amusing himself in a juvenile battle with
snowballs in the yard in front of his parents
home, his adversary being one of Ms school
companions, Frank Rockwell, aged years, who
lives In the front tenement at 92 Lewis street
In the excitement of the psstime, Frank un-
thinkinglv raised small and solid SNOWFALL
from the ground and hurled IL at his PLAYMATE
~ MT r erclnand on the left temple, and knocked
him down. When picked up he was uncon-
sclous, and remained so until his death. Edward
liam, his father, communicated the occur
renee TO the East Houston street police station
yesterday marning. and Frank was arrested on
charge of homicide, but was released by Cor
oner Young. Franks father, who is EMPLOYED
In the Herald press room. did not learn OF the
accident until just before his sons arrest-V.
Y. Sun, 26fh.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

WARRES's COOKING POT, a great success.
Iory's weather strips, for excluding cold and
dust, suitable for doors and windows: enterprise
earth closet and gas stove, both inOdOrous; a.
sunlight reflector; non-explosive Iamps in many
styles. Call and examine, at No. A. Y M u. A
b. ieool HAMILTON & PEARSON.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

XMAS WEEK, Arctic weather, beautiful, beau
tiul snow, merry sleigh bells, and the two
Stores OF the Grand Original Git Enterprisa,
Noe 3l5 9Th street and 317 18th street, combine Is
FORM galaxy OF attractions heretofore unheard
OF in Was hington.
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stylish and durable Holiday Hat for Yourself
or children go TO Cat ter * Co.'S, 424 9Th street
opposite I. NJ. T.. A. Building.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

ALMOST ANOTHER HoLocAUsr.-Some TWEEN
ty families lived in the upper stories OF the
buildings burned in the rear OF Maillard's hotel
in New York yesterday morning. and were res
cued only by great efforts Of the police aud
tiremen. They lost all their household goods.
The total loes by the fire is now estimated al
about 500 900. A German girl was fatally in
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

ENeIIsH Beaver, Kersey and Melton Over
coats: Scotch and Cashmere Pants, and every
variety OF Gentlemen's Underclothing and + ur-
nishing Goods very cheap, &C
ROMAN & Cox's.
En1 tn street onpoSite Post orlt-s.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

CHRISTMAS OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES a mum.
Der OF interesting Christmas presentations were
made TO their teachers by the pupils o: the
Fourth District schools. Mr.. j. T.. Thompson,
teacher OF the Male Grammar School, was pre-
speech by Master r. 5. Wright. ON the date of
this presentation MIR. Thompson closed an even
unaIter of a century OF his useful services as
teacher in our publia schools.
Mrs. Asrtip, teacher Of the female grammar
school, was the recipient OF fine butter dish
and other presents. Mrs. Wise, Miss Rachel
Ga{fett, Miss Maggie Humphrey, Miss Van
HON, Mr.. Edward Thompson, Miss Geneva
Reed, Miss Lee, Miss Maggie Garrett, Miss
Wilson, Miss Matte l.. Gray, Miss Bailey, Mrs.
Bowen, Miss Hattie Davis, and other teachers
we're also the recipients OF a large n1m-
bet OF presents appropriate TO the &C aSOn;
in fact the pupils of the Fourth District gen
orally seem 10 have a warm regard for theiT
teachers. judging frOm the extent OF theiI
Christmas souvenirs.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

TIE GRRMAN-AMERICAN SAVINGS BANK,
No. SIS eth street, pays per cent. interest on
ordinary deposits, and per cent on the average
daily balances Of business deposits. Deposits
made on or before January I'd will draw interest
from January LIST.
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CITY ITEM :.

The Rksr A. White Shirts in this city car be
found NJ Goldman s Steinoers's, corner 'th
and q streets.
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SNALLPox.-The following cases have been
reported 10 the health Off Ger since our last re-
port: One on street, between 18Th and 18th
streets southeast; one on 1st street, between y
and - streets southwest; one on Georgia avenue
between 18th and 18th streets southeast; one on
2lst street, between l. and NJ northwest; one at
4Ol by street, and one on NJ street, between =
and LIST streets southwest. The following deaths
have been reported since yesterday noon: John
Parker, aged years, on 81, between A and b
streets northeast; George r. Thompson, 10 years
OF age, on N street, between and 1st street,
southeast; James Carter, adult, (colored,) Van
street southwest; Henry Thomas, adult, (cel-
ored,) liz q street southwest; Ida Williams
(coloTed) aged months, I'd street, between a
and Il streets northeast.
The committee of the board of health TO whom
was referred the matter OF securing accommo-
dations for the employees Of the board engaged
IN the smallpox service, having selected the
buildings OF Mr.. Seweli, on the Eastern Branch,
few hundred yards from the smallpox hospital
this morning addressed a communication to the
Governor, setting forth the necessity of isoatisg
the smallpox employees; stating that the board
has no funds; and asking that he give authority
TO hire. repair, and furnish such premises, and
that all expenses connected Herewith be charged
to .he ccntiDgen fund OF the Governor of the
District of Columbia.
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DIED CELEBRATING CHRisTNAs.-Mr. SAINT
E. Walden, q well-known citizen Of Manchester,
Va, died Christmas day, at the Chesterfield
House, under sudden and distressing circum-
friends in egg-nog and other drinks, and was
lying asleep on q table in q rear room, when
q friend, taking hold OF his hand, discovered he
was dead,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

ga man who takes to drink because he is
crossed in love, always has the sympathy Of the
women.
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TIE SxvRxrH STREET INJUNCTION CAsR.-
In the equity court, j udge Wyite, this morning
Mr.. Cook, for the District government, made
motion to dismiss the bill In the 7th street in
junction case-Mattingly agt. Cooke ct al
which, after argument, was 0verruled.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

TERRIBLE DBATH By BURNING.-On
Thursday afternoon last q terrible accident
occurred at the residence of Colonel L. Herbert,
No. 81 Cathedral street. 1t appears that an
aged maiden lady, Miss Sallie Hudson, who is a
member of Colonel Herbert's family, was sitting
in the basement of the dwelling beside register
kept at almost red heat, when, by some means
her clothing took fire from the stove. The first
intimation given the family of the occurrence
was piercing scream from the unfortunate
lady, and upon Fastening to her assistance she
was found lying helpless on the floor, enveloped
in flames, her body on one side burned in the
most shocking manner. She expired in about
an hour after the accident, suffering the most
excruciatirg agony from the fearful injuries
received. Miss Hudson was over 80 years Of
age, and her partially decrepid condition is
supposed to have rendered her helpless with
fear when she discovered herself on fre.-B0lt.
Sun.
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STABLE ASD TWELVE HoRsEs BURNED
CAUSE: DkFECTIvE FLUz.-A nre broke out
IN the stables AZ Fort whipple, west of Airing
ton, about - O'Clock yesterday, which burned
the stable with twelve horses and mules. The
origin Is supposed 20 have been from a defective
fCe in the h0Stlers ROM adjoining.
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thing of beauty is q joy forever" but we hope
the joys OF the present 'beautiful snow" viii
not be everlasting.
@The death of thousands OF the little spar
rows that have done such good service in New
storm In that city on Thursday. They were un-
able to find . resting place for their feet, such
was the violence Of the storm and the depth Of
the snow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

CAR DRIVERS TO THE REscuB-0n Tuesday
night, young girl, who was grossly insulted by
city, was protected and avenged, not by . fell
low passenger or by the conductor, but by the
honest, courageous driver. The latter saw the
conductor had not noticed the affair. He
promptly stopped his car, thrashed the villain,
threw him INTO the street, and, calling police
man, gave him into custody. Hitherto the
driver has never been thought Of as q possible
refuge for outraged passengers.-N r Times.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

R.FULToN CO.'S,
d2l-7ts 314 9th street, nc ar Penn. avenue.
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HALF A MILLION ENfon- sn $500
HOMES IN AMEEICA.-The GEN. ~ Sc.
ton ASSOCIATION OF this city have reeelreu .u
Their adyices from the home organization, fsl3
tive to the movement of the German Farmers
and mechanics TO emigrate to this country
The home organization, to effect this purpose,
IL said now TO number eighty-two thousand, and
IL is proposed TO form a union with the Nation
al Agricultural Laborers Union of London. The
latter association having q membership OF
200 900, il is contemplated when the season
opens TO send at least half million OF German
and English farmers and mechanics to various
points in the New World, but mostly to the
United States. Both Of these associations have
for their principal object the feiief of the pres
emf ovefeTowded labor market, and the Ger
man organization has paid up capital of three
thousand pounds to carry ont their plans. 1t is
proposed, among other things, to urge legisla-
ton by the American Congress for the better
protection OF emigraDts. commission will
leave Bremen in the middle OF January for the
purpose of purchasing land for large colonies
who contemplate emigrstiRg in the spring.
also, to make reports upon the particular Sec
ton OF the United States. both for climate and
soil, which is best adapted to Germans.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

TIE GIFT ENTERPRISE BUsINRss.-wood,
who was lately arrested in New York city, aud
put under bonds at the Jefferson Market police
court, to answer a charge Of illegally engaging
Academy of music, has re-opened his store and
continues his operations on the strength of q de-
cision OF the court, which he, by means of hand
bills, declares to be "that IL concert tickets
sold without numbers, and the concert takes
place when advertised, there Is no violation of
the law" To keep within the line, he causes
trifiing presents to be delivered to the purcha-
sers Of tickets, and we have no doubt viii End
plenty Of persons to part with their dollars. The
0gift enterprise" business seems To be q hard
thing to kill outside of Baltimore.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

REMARKABLR SUCCESSION OF DKArHs.-A
singular fatality appears TO have attached to
the new building Of the Young Mems CHRIS
tan association, as no less than eight sudden
deaths have occurred among the artists, occu-
pants OF its studios, and ef those intimately
connected with them, within period of l;ttle
more than two years. Edward j. Kuntze's
death occurred first, shortly after tie opening
of the building. Edward ID. Nelson was killed
a few hours after leaving his studio on the
Harlem railroad. Adolph Nogt died a few
months later, very suddenly, of smallpox.
Mrs. TAFT, wife OF the artist, died in her hus-
bands studio last winter. Ames, the portrait
painter, was stricken down in his studio while
working before his easel last summer, and died
few days later. Mrs. Vincent Colyer, wife of
the artist, was drowned at Darien, Conn, in
October. Mr.. keDsett's death occurred sud
denly on the 18th Of the present month, and
before the emblems of mourning were removed
from his studio door. Mr.. George p. Putnam,
the art publisher, was stricken with apoplexy
IN his store, and died before he cculd be re-
moved TO his home. This is a sad record-N.
Y. Post.
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RKADT-MADz full dress AMI frock Goats non
SIS
Rea6y-msde Black Vests from A.
Ready-made Black DOeskin Pantsloons from
$3.50.
One Price Only. Csc. q. HsNsING.
No. 40 Seventh street n. W.
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TIE MAILS STILL BEHIND TINH-The New
York and Philadelphia mails due here at half
past six arrived at $40 last evening. The New
York mails due at Gas this morning arrived at
1910. The Lynchburg mail due this morning
at 40 was nearly two hours late. The frst mall
from Richmond for two days past arrived this
morning at 40 O'Clock.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

Luck II A FORTS NK-So say those who drew
all the prizes at the 9th street store, No. 3l5,
yesterday. The stores of the Original Grand
Gift Enterprise, No. 81 eth street aud No. SIS
sth street, will continue TO sell photos and dis
pense prizes, ranging from 81 TO so. All de-
tails conducted In an honor able manner. sub Jet
10 the scrutiny OF a most CAPTIONS pnhllc.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

GHosE who want more reading tomorrow
than this edition ST TEE STAR affords should
ccrsult the advertisement OF the .Sssday Gazette
in another column. The gallant Col. Florence
10. if not considerably ahead of, any OF its CO.
ten IOTaries.
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TIE COMING WOMAN SUFFRAGE CoNvRN
TON IN WAsHISGToN.-The annual conven-
ton OF the national woman suffrage association,
of which Susan b. Anthony is president, will be
held in this city on the 10th and 18th of next
month. Mrs. Belva A. Lockwood, of this city,
is the general agent OF the association for Wash
iDgton, and is looking after the details OF the
conventivI. Mrs Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Miss
Anthony, ,Irs. Matilda Joslyn Gage, Mrs. Mer-
riwether, Madame Anneke, Isabella Beecher
Hooker, Mrs. Lucy b. Chandler Mrs. b. A.
Lockwood, Mrs. Sara j. Spencer, Mrs. Myra
Bradwell, editor OF the Chicago Legal Necs,
and other prominent woman sufragists 1.-THE ex-
present and deliver addresses 1t is probable
that Miss Anthony viii receive quite an ovation
on account of her pending trial for voting at
Rochester, n. Y, which u set down for the
TenDie G.. Clafiin have not been invited, and
are not expected to be present on the occasion.
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As 1T HAS BEKS DECIDED generally by all who
entertain their friends on New Years dsy TO
furnish tea and coffee substitute for liquors,
We would say To all 20 10 the American Tea
Store, corner 9Th and | streets. where you can
purchase the pure Mocha and old Government
Java Coffees, such ss cannot be found else
where. Mr.. Downing will give you the article
in all its purity.
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LOCAL NEW 8.

National rA>1fer-Foster's Christmas psnto-
mime "Fe-Fi-Fo-Fum."
Theatsr Compassionate opera, drama, COM
edy, brrissque. song, dances, etc.
COEeoTdia Rau.-COncert by the Bavarian
Band.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

In THE PROBATE COURT, Judge wylie. to-
day, the will of the late j. j. Frey was admit
ted to probate and the executor qualified; bond
So coo. The will OF the late John Hepburn was
partially proven. The viii Of the late Thomas
Brown, Of Georgetown, was fled. He leaves
his property &c his relatives. The will OF the
late Alexander Borland, bequeathing his prop
erty to his wife and children, was tiled.
VIM. j. Warren was granted letters of admin
istration, with the will annexed, on the estate
of Thomas j. Smith, who deceased in 1857.
George j. johnson was granted letters of adj
mnistration on the estate of Margaret o. Digs,
deceased; bond SIS, 0o0.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

TIE THEATERs.-TO-nights performance OF
" fe-EEFO-Fum," at the National Theater, il
the last chance 10 see that entertaining Christ
mas psntOmime. Lovers OF the drama are
promised great treat next week, being the re-
appearance in this city. after a score OF years
absence in Europe, OF those famous artists. Mr..
and Mrs. Dion BOUeicault. Both are pleasantly
remen beTed by middle-aged play goers. The
sIrightly Mrs BoucicaulI, under the name of
Agnes Robertson, tlied the same place in pop
ular regard in this country that Lolita has since,
and BOucicsult's finished acting was a treat to
zee, particularly as. Sir Charles Coldstresm,"
in his own comedy Of Used Up" which we
hope he will give Us during his stay here.
The Theater Comique has been giving very
lively performances during holiday week, and
more novelties are promised. One can spsnd
an hour or two very pleasantly there, a. the
performances varied as 10 suit all tastes.
Tonight Is the last chance 10 see Robinson
Crusoe and his Man Friday"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-28

AN EsTABLIsHKD REMEDY" Brocn's Bros-
ehidt TrocheS" are widely known as an esta D.
Hoarseness and other troubles OF the Threat and
Lungs. eo3