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The New York herald., 1874-11-01
THE FRENCH SOCIETY.

The Fity-Sixth Annual Meeting.
The societe Francaise de Bienfeisence held Its
fifty sixth annual meeting at Masonic Hall, In
Thirteenth street, last night, when Mr.. Frederick
Coudert occupied the chair. From the annual re-
port submitted 1t appeared that the receipts dur
ing the past year. inclusive OF balance Of $7,440 81
remaining In the treasury last year, amounted to
So, $50 49, The subscriptions by the members.
numbering 295, amounted to $30O3. Lega-
cies were received to the amount OF
$1,000 and $l.503 ~ were the proceeds OF
8 benefit performance at the Academy OF
Music, while interest received as funds invested
amounted to $l,659 IS. The funds expended
In aid OF the poor and destitute OF French nativity
during the past year amounted to $l5,057 9l and
balance of S. 1913 48 remained IN the treasury The
society during the past year expended $4,000 In
cash donations to the poor; $806 were expended ior
20O70 POUNDS OF bread distributed and $3.50 80 ior
tnlrtythree tons oil coal. The society also expended
$3.50 % sending some persons back TO their native
The society aided during the presenl year lST
famiies and In addition to 578 persons receiving
temporary aid, fifteen persons were sent to dli-
erent places In the interior at the expense OF the
society. Funds were raised by subscription TO
the amount OF $l.758 II Tor the erection OF
French asylum In this city, OF which the Soclete
Alsace Lorraine contributed $500. The election OF
officers Tor the ensuing year resulted In the choice
OF the following bureau president f. r. Gou-
dert First Vice President L. Lafon; Second vice
President, George Marchand; Third Vice Presi-
dent, A. Buteux; Treasurer, f. BrosSard; Secre-
tary, A. Gutchard.
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ULYSSES TO ALEXANDER.

The President Congratulates tho Em-
per0r OF Russia ON the Marriage OF tho
Grand Duke vladimir.
WASHINGTON, Oct, 81, 1874.
The President has sent the following congratu-
1atory letter to the Emperor OF Russia
ULYSSES 8. GRANT, President OF the United States
OF America
TO HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY ALEXANDER H., EN-.
peror and Autocrat OF all the Russias -
GREAT AND COOP FRIEND
addressed to me on the 18th day OF August last,
announcing the pleasing intelligence OF the mar
r1age, on the 10th OF that month, OF His Imperial
Highness the Grand Duke Vladimir Alexandra
Witch to Her Grand Ducal Highness the Princess
Alexandrine Elizabeth Eleanore, Duchess OF Neck
lenburg.Schwerin.
Feeling lively interest in all that concerns
Your Majesty's august family participate in the
satisfaction Afforded by this happy event. and
oner to Your Majesty my sincere congratulations
upon the occasion, with the assurance that the
newly married Grand Duke and Princess have my
best wishes for their prosperity and happiness.
And 30 l commend Your Majesty and Your
Majesty's royal family to the protection of the
Almighty.
Written at Washington the 30th day OF october,
In the year OF our Lord, 1874. Your good friend,
Q. s. GRANT.
By the President
HAMILTON FISH Secretary OF State
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BURIAL OF A PRIEST.

The Rev. Patrick Fitzmaurice, aged ifty-two, q
native OF Listowel, county Kerry, Ireland, was
buried on Friday from the residence OF nts sister,
Mrs. Patrick Dwyer, No. 341 Henderson street,
Jersey City. On the sth ult. the reverend gentle
man was thrown from his carriage at Bossburg,
Tioga County, Pa, and received fracture OF
the leg, besides other internal injuries. He was
brought to st. Francis Hospital Jersey City, where
the best medical aid was procured for
MIN. All did not DO; mortihcation
set in in the injured limb ana
On Tuesday night death put an end to his suffer-
ings. on Friday morning his remains were taken
to Father Da Concios new cnurcn, on Pavonia
avenue, where high mass was offered up for the
repose OF his soul. the body was then removed
in the space reserved for the Sisters and Priests.
The deceased was graduate OF the lrlsn College
In Rome and by his elOquence, pieIy and zeal did
much toward establishing the religion to whicn
he belonged in that part Of Pennsylvania where
he met his death.
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ENGLAND.
a Manufacturing Population Stricken with
Fever.
LONDON. Oct. Al. 1874.

LONDON, Oct. 81, 1874.
II IL reported that there are fifteen hundred
persons SICK with typhoid fever In the town OF
Darweu. over, county OF Lancaster, being more
than one-sixteenth OF the entire population.
WEATHER REPORT.
The weather throughout England to-day is wet.
THE TOWN OF DARwEN, OVER.
rThe town OF Darwen, Over, England, which IL
lust now suffering under such severe vista
tion OF fever among its Inhabitants, Is one
Of the most important centres OF the cotton manu-
facture OF Lancashire. 1t is situated at distance
OF three and quarter miles from Blackburn on
the south. 1t is irregularly built. but Is well sup
piled with water and gas. There are $500 cotton
looms. with $4,000 spindles, generally at work.
Handloom silk weaving, papermaking and the
manufacture OF carpets are also carried ON extern
etvey.-ED. HRRALD.l
The New York herald., 1874-11-01
MISS OUSHNAN'S FAREWELL,

What the Arcadian Club Has Decided
UpOn-The Programme Of the Last
Night at Booths Theatre.
meeting TOOK place at the Arcadian Club In
Fourth avenue, last evening, to decide finally
upon the programme to be carried out upon the
occasion OF Miss Charlotte Cushman's farewell to
the stage. 1t was announced that the managers Of
Booths Theatre, in consideration of the prom-
nent part this club Will take in the ceremonies or
the evening, have decided to call it the Arcadian
Night" 1t was also stated that the club had taken
$50 seats for the OCCASION The programme Tor the
evening Is as lOlOws:-
An address to be delivered after the perform
ance next Saturday evening. upon the stage, to
Miss Cusnman. poem. BY R. II. Stoddard, to be
read by Professor Roberts, OF the New York Col
lege. laurel crown win then be presented to
the actress and delegation OF managers OF
theatres and actors Will then file In on the stage,
and Miss Cushman will respond TO the address.
After these proceedings the Arcadian Club will
accompany Miss Cushman's carriage from the
theatre to her residence, In East Sixteenth
street. They will be accompanied by . delegation
OF singing societies and the band OF the Ninth
regiment, which WILL serenade Miss Cushman at
her house. 1t Is intended In every way to make
this farewell ceremony to the representative
American actress a. hearty and imposing as
possible.
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OBITUARY.
Brevet Colonel Fred Dc Peyster.

Brevet Colonel Fred De Peyster.
The death OF Brevet Colonel Fred De Peyster
occurred on Friday at the country residence OF his
father. Rose Hill, at Red Hook, Duchess county
The deceased gentleman, though young man.
had gained nonors both on the field or battle and
in the pleasanter meads OF literature. At the be-
ginning OF the late war Colonel De Peyster. then
mere boy, entered the volunteer service, In
which, from time to time, he earned promotion
until, when the conflict ended. be bore the brevet
rank OF colonel. When ne returned to peaceful
pursuits he applied his pen to the illustration OF
military subjects. His contributions to the litera-
ture OF the war were marked by careful thought,
literary STYLE He wrote for the magazines. and
his articles in one OF them, on the battle oil Chan
cellorsville. were very skiliul portrayas OF the
action OF that great contest. Colonel De Peyster
was member OF the old family or that name, resi-.
somewhat more than thlrty-one years old at his
DEATH
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Julien l.. Allion.

Mr.. Julien 1. Allien long and favorabiy known
In commercial and social circles in this CITY, died
early yesterday at his residence in West Twenty
third street. On Thursday evening he retired at
his usual hour in good health. On Friday morn
ing he was found In an unconscious state, and in
spite OF all attempts to combat the attack he con-
tlnued to fail till halfpast four A. M, when he
died from paralysis OF the brain. Mr.. Alien was .
entered the French importing house OF Fanche d
co. In later years the frm became Sorchan,
Alien Diggleman, having branches in Paris and
ness IN this city, and in 1870 1t was again changed
to J. L. Alien Co., which 1t has since remained.
tablisnment OF the Western Homeopathic Dlspen-
sary. He was ftty-seven years OF age. The funeral
will take place tomorrow at one p. NJ, from No,
463 West Twenty-thtrd street.
The New York herald., 1874-11-01
CoULISSE CHAT.

Mrs. j. A. oates il playing at the Richmond
Theatre.
Lawrence Barrett has been playing at De Bars
Opera House, st. Louis.
Mrs. F. B. Conway will play Lied Astray" next
week at Woods Theatre, Cincinnati
"Bartley Campbell" has produced his new play,
'The virginian." at Hooiey's Theatre.
Miss Nelson plays "Much Ado About Norhing'
at the Arch Street Theatre, Philadelphia.
Miss Katharine Randolf commences an engage
ment next week at the Olympic, st. Louis.
The Kellogg English Opera Troupe Will appear
next week Al DE Bars Opera House, st. Louis.
The sale OF tickets Tor the six Thomas SYM
phony concerts has realized close on $4,000 al i.
ready.
Tom Taylor's beautiful play, "ArKwright's Wife, ~
has been produced with success at the Boston
Museum.
Frank Mayo and Miss Dora Rand are playing o
round OF characters at the California Theatre San
Francisco.
MIR. John Brougham gave "Po-ka-hon-t tas' on
Thursday and Friday evenings at the Howard
AthenGum, Boston.
Mile. Lima Mayr, whose engagement opens at the
Stadt Theatre as BOulotte in "BarOe Beue,r Is the
Teutonic schneider.
Miss Cariotta Leclercq Is playing the "School for
Scandal at Mcvicker's Theatre. Chicago MARY
warner" ID In rehearsal.
Another American prlma donna has risen on the
horizon. She has sung with success in Italy under
the name OF Mlle Ridente.
"Barney's fotergrafs' Is the cry between the
acts at the opera now. The boys should say,
"vews OF beautiful Albany"
"Belle Lamarn has drawn well at the Boston
Theatre. Next week Mr.. and Mrs. Barney VIII.
iams ID the "Connie Soogah."
'Tne Leap for Life" is taken into large box
filled with up tossed hay. Mr.. Sothern found that
this was the best way to break the fall.
Theodore Thomas gives q concert at Philadel-
phia on Friday, the 9th OF November, when Miss
Emma Cranch will appear for the first time.
Miss Rose Lee, clever soubrette with an agree
able voice, has assumed the role OF Drogan In
'Genevleve de Brabant" at the olympic Theatre.
slgnor Carpi s declared to be lawful nice" by
the ladies OF the company. He is preferred to
Campanini, who was burly and very much mar
ried.
Miss Cary disikes to sing in "Faust" at Sun
day concert The line must be drawn somewhere.
and she objects to wear fancy dresses on the day
OF rest
Miss Clara Morris is the happy possessor OF a
skye terrier called Rags" He has just been pre-
sented with straw house to 1--we in, with q noral
parierre before the front door.
Miss Nelson is completely carried away BY her
emotions IN "Romeo and Juliet: she waans real
The New York herald., 1874-11-01

tears. often comes on the stage quivering like an
aspen and totters to her dressing room.
IL cost the directors OF the SoIaene Opera Troupe
ooout $so,ooo out OF pocket 10 land In New York.
The troupe consists OF forty-nve artists and cos
tunes and accessories for seven operas have been
imported.
Mile. Alice Maresi is the most contented member
OF tne opera troupe. She has done nothing this
season but draw her salary and chat with her
friends In the top proscenium box on the right
hand on opera nights
IT is said that Miss Oushman gets $500 for every
performance during her present engagement. This
makes $a, 800 week-a comfortable sum these
bad times. when the President OF the Erie Railroad
only gets some $500 week
Messrs. jarrett 4 Palmer have proved themselves
the sharpest managers OF the season. The recep-
ton 70 the Lord Mayor OF Dublin made "Connie
Soogahn . success, and now they have organized
grand farewell 70 Miss Cushman.
L0tta and tue Di Mursks Concert Troupe have
been at Bufalo. The critics divide their admirs-
tion OF the fair Hungarian between the brilhancy
OF ner execution and her diamond necklace. Herr
Habelmann is emphasized as ''semi-indolentW
Miss Emily Soldene was originally the manager
Of fashionable millinery establishment in Lon
don. Her vocal hisrrionic abilities became known,
and Arditi and others wished her to study for the
Italian opera stage, but she preferred to try her
talents in English opera oo,eGe. Her first venture
Of account was made at the Philharmonic Thea
ire, LONDON, where "Genevieve" achieved unex.
ampled success. Thence she made Q tour OF the
provinces and has now come to America. Miss
Soldene directs all her own rehearsals and drills
her artists; she Is thorough musician and gifted
with pleasant magnetism, which makes her q
favorite with the public and the idol OF her troupe
The New York herald., 1874-11-01
General Emory's Military Order.
WASHING GTON.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 81, 1874.
Governor Joe and the Usage Indi ans.
'.Joe," chief Of the Osages, who visited
Washington year ago, was somewhat hostile to
the government and showedl disposition to be
troublesome He now writes letter to the Com
missioner OF Indian Affairs signing himself
"Governor OF the Osages," stating that his people
were improving more than ever. Their agent fur.
nishes tools for every kind OF work, which
affords much satisfaction. He gives pro.
visions In, exchange for their work. Joe
says he has concluded to work with the
Agent. He admits that he and his
people have committed great wrongs, but says
they are doing better and viii show their friend
ship to the government. He hopes before his
term OF Office is out all his people will have good
FARMS
The Commissioner OF Indian Affairs replies con.
graduating Governor Joe the reform among
the Osages and their progress toward civilization.
The government has no object but to spend the
fund belonging to them for their BENEFIT and
trusts they will always appreciate its position.
Secretary Belknap's Western Tour.
The Secretary OF War returned here last night.
During his absence he visited Fort Leavenworth,
Kansas, TO inspect the buildings at that place
which are to be converted into military prisons.
Congress at the last session appropriated $3.50
to alter certain buildings at Fort Leavenworth,
and 1t has been found that the necessary altera-
tions can be made for that sum. Plans for the
Improvement have been prepared and the work
viii be pushed forward rapidly Upon the compile
tion OF the alterations the military prisoners now
condned at various prisons throughout the coun-
try will be removed to Fort Leavenworth the
Secretary also selected the site Tor q permanent
prison building, II Congress should deem It expe-
dent to MAKE an appropriation Tor the construc.
tion thereof next session.
The Duty OF the United States Marshals
ON Election Day.
The letter Of Attorney General Williams in reply
to one from the Marshal for Delaware, explana-
tory or the enforcement or the Election laws, and
saying the government expects Of It's officers fair.
earnest and resoute action in the performance Of
the duty they enjoin was designed to answer
some remarks Of Senator Bayard In recent
speech.
The New York herald., 1874-11-01
TEE ENGLISH TURF.
The Famous Horse Prince Charlie Again q
Winner.

LONDON, Oct. 81, 1874.
4 match was run to-day for $4,000 side, be.
tween Mr.. Dawsons CHI c. Prince Charlie and Mr..
Aumont's ch. 9. Peut Etre. Prince Charlie won
easily.
prince Charlie owned by Mr.. Dawson. is one OF
the most celebrated and successful horses on the
European turf He is by Blair Athol out OF East.
ern Princess. He had already, before the race of
yesterday, been the winner In ten important con-
tests; In fact 1t may be said that he has never
been defeated. This fine animal has been labor
ing under the effects Of an injury which he sus-
tanned some short time since. but his latest per-
formance indicates that his health and strength
have been completely restored.-ED. HERALD
The New York herald., 1874-11-01
COUNT Won ARNIM'S CASE.
Curious Points in the Ex-Minister's Correspond
ence-Is There Conspirator In the
German Royal Family7

BERLIN Oct 81, 1874
The Berlin Post says the published version OF
the correspondence between Herr Won Bulow and
Count Won Arnim contains numerous inaccuracies,
especially to that part OF the letter attributed
to Won Arnim, which refers to an alleged conspi-
racy with near relative OF the Emperor.
The New York herald., 1874-11-01
THE PRESIDENTS LETTER.

Does the Executive Express His Third
Term Sentiments in . Letter Previous
TO the Second Nominations
WASHINGTON, oct. 81, 1874
Those who have the best opportunity OF know
Ing say that the Presidents letter, published to-
day, addressed to the editor OF the Cincinnati
Gazette although referring to second term. ex-
presses his views as to third term. The permis-
sion to publish this letter was considered the only
means compatible with his sense OF propriety OF
making known the position which he now oc-
CuDie9,
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Now York, goth October, 1874
We. the under signed passengers Of the Royal Aah
City Antwerp desire to express 70 her COM
mander Captain William Luvey our appreciation Of his
great courtesy kindness well admiration
OF his seamanship and ability In the management OF this
vessel during the from Liverpool TO New
York.
In rendering our thanks to the Commander. We are
deeply sensible OF obligations TO the officers OF
the ship, whose Kindness and untirng attention have
Signed. jEREMiAH FITZPATRICK. Chairman.
C ). CLEsoRNE, N. D. u s n, Secretary. y.
Committee on behalf of the Passengers.
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THE WAR OF THE MINERS.
Firing During tho Night-.Lives Of
Citizens Endangered.

PITTsBURG, Pa, Oct. 81, 1874
The warlike DEMONSTRATORS at Armstrong;
mines near Buena Vista, between the Italians
and the discharged miners, are causing consider
able excitement among the people in that vicin-
ity. number Of citizens OF Buena Vista and
Elizabeth townships called upon the Sheriff to-
day, asking for aid to suppress the trouble.
They state that the firing Is kept up across
the river during theinight, the balls striking the
houses and endangerng the lives OF the people In
that neighb0rhood. The Sheriff has teleg raphed
the Governor, asking that measures be taken to
suppress the riotOus proceedings.
The New York herald., 1874-11-01
FIRE In WOOSTER STREET,

At two O'Clock this morning fire broke out in
the ave story brick building No. q
Wooster street that caused loss OF about
nifteen thousand dollars. The building
was occupied by N. Grart as an ostrich feather
warehouse, and his stock was damaged to the
amount OF $1,000. The building was damaged to
the extent OF $4, 900.
The New York herald., 1874-11-01
LAKE SHIPPING DISASTERS.

DETROIT, Mich, Oct. 81, 1874.
Captain John Canfield, q resident OF Buffalo, was
drowned from the schooner Sanderson, near the
Straits, on Thursday, and two OF the men crippled
The schooner Grandy, which has been ashore at
Racine, has got of.
The schooner Prince Alfred arrived in the River
ST. Clair to day disabled
Wind MISUNDERSTANDING gale.
The New York herald., 1874-11-01
FIRE IN NEW LONDON,

NEW LONDON, Oct. 81, 1874
Ore In State street here this evening burned
out Short Co., clothiers; Dabol Il Co., A. 8.
pers, and starr h DaDoli, insurance agents. Loss.
S2s,0O0; insurance, $1,000 The fire was dscoy.
cred at halfpast ten r. NJ, and was under control
v m
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CHINA AND JAPAN.
The interstate Relatious Inclining to Peace.

LONDON Oct. 81, 1874.
despatch from Hong Kong says the latest
Advtces from Pekln and Yeddo are OF pacific ma
sure. It Is the general belief tnat war will be
avoided.
The japanese government has intimated that
Chinese residents IN Japan will not be molested II
war is declared.
The New York herald., 1874-11-01
MAILS FOR AnsTRALASIA,

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct 81, 1874
The steamer Cyphrenes, which arrived yester.
day, under charter OF the government OF New
South Wales, will sail for Australia November T.
with mails from England ana the United States
for those colonies. She win also carry mails for
New Zealand, calling at Auckland to deliver them
The New York herald., 1874-11-01

Fine Plain, Diagonal, Elisinn or
Fur Beayer OvERCOAT, stylish cut and trimmed and
low priced at AcKINLEY'S, 500 Broadway, corner
Prince street
The New York herald., 1874-11-01
THE WEATHER YESTERDAY.

The following record Will show the changes in
the temperature for the past twenty-iour hours,
In comparison with the corresponding day Of last
year, as Indicated by the thermometer at Hud-
nuts Pharmacy, HERALD Building
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SUICIDE OF A PROMINENT CITIZEN.

TROY, n. Y, Oct. 81, 1874.
william Fl. Cary, prominent builder and manu-.
facturer and supervisor OF the Fifth ward OF this
city, hanged himself in his barn this morning while
iab0ring under mental alteration.
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no YELLOW FEVER AT MOBILE.
Boston, Oct. 81, 1874.

BOSTON, Oct 81, 1874
In response to inquiries sent from here respon.
sible business men OF Mobile reply to-day AZ fol-
lows:-"N0 alarm or authenticated case OF yellow
lever here: Strangers visit this city without ap-
The New York herald., 1874-11-01
THE NEW ORLEANS FIRE DEPARTMENT.

NEW ORLsANs, Oct. 81. 1874
The Firemen's Benevolent Association has re-
solved TO discontinue business unless the city pays
them By the 18th OF November They control the
Fire Department. and tina CITY owes them S10Q. 600.
The New York herald., 1874-11-01
SPAIN.
The Warning Forces May Conclude an Armis-
tice.

LONDON Oct 81 1874.
The Pail AaU Gazette prints o rumor that the
Car1ist War Department Is negotiating with the
Madrid government for an armistice.
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EGOmOmIze Ine0t IImTe-lyUe NOys
lar q week Make your clothing. The Wilson sbut.
tie Sewing Machine will save its cost n one rho
children servants IL Instructions CAV en- st
your house free charge II will 81 q ss
day for woman who may wish tc DO sewing
either in families or Warranted for tse
years The best in the world. Received the highest
award at Vienna. From $40 TO So cheaper than all
others Sold on easy monthly paymsnts SIT and SO
broadway at Macys Fourteenth street and Sixth
nue.; at 76< Eighth avenuc at l3 Fourth street Brook
lyn; 1t No Newark avenue. Jersey City: at ~ bank
street Newark ana in all the principal cities Of tho
uiacturers. Cleveland, Ohio
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KULLMAN AND BISMARCK.

BERLIN, Oct. 81, 1874.
"A ministerial order has been issued to carry
Into efect the sentence against Kulman at st.
George Prison, near Bayreuth.
The New York herald., 1874-11-01

POGO TEMPO Cigars, S3 90 Per 100, S35
per 1000 other HAVANA CIGARS. prices reduced BAY
RUM bonded duty paid Virginia and Kentucky LEAF
J. ". CARLE rs old slip.
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fancy md plain COATING and CASSIMERES, in great
variety for order work at low price. j. W MCKINLEY,
Merchant Tailor 566 Broadway, corner Prince street.
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HEW RAILROAD COMPLETED.

ST. PAUL, Minn.. Oct. 81, 1874.
Tne wells and Mankato Railroad was completed
to-day making new route East via lacrosse,
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Tho Way to Secure Beauttfui Skim
Use GLENN'S SULPHUR SOAP daily in your bath II
opens the pores that all impurities off from
the whole skin instead OF compelling them work off
through the face, the only of great many people
that washed and thereore the only part where the
25c. per cake, box Qhree cakeO, 6Oc; by mail
zone box, three cakes. 75c. Address @. N. CRlTTEN
TON, New York. Agents wanted.
The New York herald., 1874-11-01

Bartlett's boulevard, street and Park
LAMPS excel Park size 81; Street t5; Boulevard,
So 0 Rehectors 81 to 81 each General depot No. 559
Broadway. corner of Prince street, New York.
The New York herald., 1874-11-01

Parmly's Hats-Correct styles, for
gentlemen. 2ul Sixth avenue, four doors below Four
teenth street. Fine quality, 81