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Omaha daily bee., 1874-08-05
OMAH A and 9 CHICAGO,

OMAHAa and g CHICAGO,
Constant improvements have taken place in
the way Of reducing Grade, and plaring Iron
with Steel Rails, adding to its rolling stock
new and Elegant III rr..- --r
DAY and SLEEPING CARS
Equipped with the 'w estinghou.e Air Brate''
and "Miller Platform" establishing comtvrta-
bic and eommrdious Eating Houses, offering all
FroM = TO 10 Fast Express Trains run each
way daily over the various lines Of this road,
thus securing to the traveller selecting this
route sure and certain connections In any d.
rsction he may wish TO 90. -G
Principal Connections.
AT MISSOURI VALLEY JUNCTION, for
Sioux City, Yankton and poiats reached via
Sioux City and Pacific railroad.
AT GRAND JUNCTION for Fort Dodge,
Des Moiues, Ottawa and Keokuk.
AT MARSHALLfor st. Paul, Minneapolis,
Duluth, and northwe stern points.
Falls, Charles City, Burlington and st. Louis.
AT CLINTON for Dubuque, Dunieith, Prat-
RE du CHEN, La Crosse, and all points ON the
Chicago, Clinton and Dubuque, and Chicago,
Dubuque and Minnesota railroads,
AT FULTON for Freeport, Racine Aillwau-
kee, and all points In Wisconsin,
AT CHICAGO with all railway lines leading
out of Chicago. -e-F.n eli
Through ticket. to all eastern cities via this
line can be procured, and any informant, n OBJ
tained, concerning Routes, Rates, etc, at the
Office, 2ls Farnham Street, Omaha,
and also at the principal ticket Offices along the
line of the u. p. z. T..
s@Bagsage checked through to all principal
points. ~
W. II. STENNETT, MARVIN HUGHITT,
Gen'l Passenger Ag't. Gen. Sup't.
J. Il LACEY, ..1 G. G.. EDDY,
Ticket Ag't, Omaha. Gen'I Ag't omahs.
mchl8yl.
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Chicago, Rock Island
and Pacific r. II.
THE GRAND CENTRAL ROUTE FROM
OMAHA TO CHICAGO
Il AND THE EAST,

Via Des Moines, davenport and Rock Island.
All Passenger Trains are equipped with the
WESTINGHOUSE PATENT AIR BRAKES and
Miller's Patent Safety Platform and Coupler.
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0~BSTACLESto MARRIAGE,

HAPPY Relief FOR YOUNG MEN from
the effects of Errors and Abuses in early life
Manhood Restored. lmpediments to Marriage
Removed. New metf cd Of treatment. New
and remarkable remedies. Books and Circulars
sent free, In sealed envelopes. Address, How
ARD ASSOCIATION, No. 2 South Ninth ST.,
Philadelphia, Pa AN Institution having a high
reputation for honorable conduct and profess
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CONNECTIONS.
l. At o. p. Transfer with I'm Pacific
Railroad for Omaha.
2. At Council Bluh, with Kansas City. st.
Joe IND Council Bluffs Railroad for st. iouis
and all points south.
3. At Missouri Valley with the Chicago and
Northwestern railway foi Chicago aud ali
points east.
4. At Sioux City with Sioux City and 8
Paul, Illinois Central and Dasota Southern
railroads.. Steamers for Upper Missouri River.
during navigation u With stages for ali
points in the Northwest.
s. At Blair with Omaha and Northwestern
caiiroad for Omaha and Southern Nebraska.
9. Al Fremont, Nebraska, with the Union
Pacihc railroad for all pofnts vest and the
Pacific coast.
.. At Wisnsr with stages for Norfolk and al,
points In Northern Nebraska.
Tickets for sale in Chicago ard North
western Railway Offices.
q Be sure your tickets read via 8. {. 4 P.
Railway.
1. BURNETT, sup't.
r. c. HILLS, Gen. Ticket As't.
GEO, W, GRATTAN,
Assat. 0niha.
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Money! and Commerce.
OFFICE OMAHA DAILY BEE,
August 4, 1874.

OFFICE OMAHA DAILY BEE,
August 4. 1874. ,
We have no changes to note in
our monetary, excepting an adj
vance in land grants, as shown by
quotations from
THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK !
Land Gre ITS (selling)......... $4,000
Land Warrants, (l6O acres
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. l76.N
Land Warrants geo acres
selling) ............. 1880
Agricultural College Scrip,
(1eO acres buying).... 17s.o0
observation-disclosures. 1850
Exchange on New York, is Of one
per ct. y
In u general market all lines
are firm, with groceries slightly adj
yancing. The most notable changes
being in syrups, dried and canned
fruits.
OMAHA NARKETe.
Carefully Corrected Daily
DRY o
J. J. BROWN d BRO, Cor. 18th and
Douglas Streets.
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eS fn QOA PER DAY. Agents want
SC W SEU ed. All classes Of work
Ing people Of either sex, young or old, make
more money at work for N in their spare mo-
menta or all tbe time than At anything else.
Adde'S ST1GSOA 4 Co.. Portland, Maine
nev6vl
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APPLETON'S
American
CYClOPAEDIA
New Revised Edition.

Entirely rewritten by the ablest writer's on
every subject. Printed from new type,
and illustrated with Several Thousand
Engravings and Maps,
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GENERAL COMMISSION.

GENERAL COMMISSION.
J. Z. KosENFELD gives us the
following quotations his day: g
Butter, active 20 cts. in tubs; Eggs
firm, at 15c per dozen Live
Chickens, 2 00@2 so per doz.; Goose
berries, 2 SO per bu. !; Cherries,
80 per bu; Lemsns,12 % per
box: ano Raspberries, zoe per quart;
blackberries, zoe; currants 2Oc. ~
HARDWARE. %.
JoHS 7. EDGAR b.
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YANKEE MOTIONS. G..
ST
KURTz MoHR 4 CO., 81 FarnhAm
Street.
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Carefully Corrected Daily
DRY GOODS.

J. J. BROWN d BRO, Cor. 18th and
Douglas Streets.
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OMAHA MARKETS.
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Or susar-Coa.cd, Concentrated,
Root and Herbal Juice, Anti
Bilious Crannlcs. THE "EgTEEE
GIANT" CArEiARTlC. or MuItun
IL RarH0 Hhrein-
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1874-04-16
A PASTOR SURPRISED,

A very interesting and impromptu surprise
party came of last evening at the parsonage of
Union chapel NJ. E. Church in the West End.
Some three days ago some of the good sisters,
prominent among whom were Mrs. Alice Baxter,
r. A.iTayior, Lizzie A. Ashley and Lottie Moi
felt, conceived the happy thought of paying q
social visit to their beloved pastor, the Rev. E. d.
Owen, and his wife. The necessary arrangements
were soon made, as the ladies only can make
them, and the "sociable" came off to the entire
satisfaction Of all present In order that 1t might
indeed be o surprise to the good pastor and his
lady, secrecy was enjoined upon every one in
vit0d, and the sequel proves that confidence had
The venerable Samuel Dohuca, an old member
Of the society, and now having nearly reached his
four score years, but who, by the way, expects
soon to visit Europe and once more look upon the
''scenes Of his childhood" among the mountains
OF Sweden, was detailed to go to the parsonage at
an early hour and hold the parson, by converse
tion or otherwise, Ii need be, until the arrival OF
the party.
Tue membership of the church, to the number
Of about fifty, assembled at the residence Of Mr..
Mr. 4. Ashley and nd A. S. Tayior, marched in
immedlstely filled 10 the utter establishment Of
the pafson and his wife. Tho Individual mem
and his good lady by Mr.. Emory Baxter, and
quiet having been secured, few Appropriate re-
marks were made by Dir. A. Ashley, the sub
minister of the gospel to his people and the I'M
portance of friendship harmony and love, high
| degree of which is brought about by private IN
s:SSST gRs Sa G Sa s II sG Re1
Mr.. Owen responded In few happy remarks;
after which all present were invited to join in con-
suming tho "good things which had been pro-
vlded Tor the occasion. An hour or two were then
spent in social conversation; after which the com:
pany retired, all realizing that the " sociable"
had been one OF the bright spots In their lives.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1874-04-16
THE FIREMEN.
MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMITS
SIONERS.

MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMITS.
A meeting of the Board Of Fire Commissioners
was held last night.
Tho chief engineer submitted his report; which
was adopted.
The superintendent Of the IRE alarm telegraph
presented o communication recommending the
adoption Of the magnets dial telegraph instru-
ment, and also the appointment Of IN additional
Operator and competent llne-man. Referred to
the committee on hre alarm telegraph,
Tho application of Louis Hough for tho position
of foreman Of No. Engine Company was read
and fled
The resignation Of Augustus Setl ac-
copied.
Daniel McDevitt was transferred from No. s to
No. engine company.
Applications for positions In the department
were received from George Hawkins, Daniel
Ryan, Thomas L. Newman, r. A. Liable, NJ. L.
Maher, J. II. Reynolds, A. ]. Butler and Samuel
Smith, which were fled.
On motion Of Mr.. Thomas, Il was agreed that
all orders for repairs, &c. SHALL in the future, be
accompanied by g requisition, and that all bills
rendered for the same be referred ts,4hsscom-
mittee on accounts before payment.
Several bills were submitted and ordered to be
paid.
Alexander Savoy was appointed hostler of the
truck company, vice A. Seitz, resigned.
Mr.. Thomas gave notice that at the next meet
Ing of the board he would submit the following
addition to rule 10: ain the performance of their
duty they must maintain decorum and attention,
and at all times refrain from harsh, violent,
coarse, profane, or abusive language" Ad-
journed.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1874-04-16
LOCAL MISCELLANY.

The alarm Of fire at $50 o'clock last night Was
caused by the explosion OF coal-oil lamp In the
house Of Mrs. Somers, on Seventh and K streets
northwest. Loss trifing.
Tho receipts Of fish at the Georgetown wharf
yesterday morning were 2hna t"JIurs and 700
herring. Tho tayIors sold at FL and the herring
at s9@s1o per 1000.
Yesterday morning Peyton Pierce, laborer, re-
siding at No. $50 street southwest, was seriously
injured while engaged in excayating for q sewer
by the bank falling In upon him.
The German Reformed Lutheran church, (Rev
Mr.. Reetz, pastor,) corner Twentieth and G
Streets has elected the following directors to serve
for two years Chas. Schneider, @. Harry, A.
Graves and Geo. Goeckeler.
R. A. Golden 4 Bro. sold yesterday 1000 shad,
from SIS to SIS per hundred; $1,000 behring's, from
IS to 30 per thousand; 900 tsylors from 81 to s.
per hundred 500 bunch1lfpck and perch, from 15
to % cents per bunch.
To prevent misapprei bn, It Is stated that
tickets to the amateur theatricals at Willard hail.
on Monday evening next, will not be for sale at
the door, but may be obtai7ak f1m Mr.. George
G.. Frelinghuysen, No. u
Tomorrow evening thsj q very pleas
ant entertainment given u In hall for the
benefit of q lodge of Good prs. Among the
talent to appear are Grace kpod, Mr.. john
Tweedale, Miss Ware and, Tickets for
sale at Ellis music store.
A number of the friends on Mrs. VIM.
Mcclure honored them with Be party, at
their residence, corner of Sevsnsl streets
on Tuesday evening. The affair unsssr15I
IJoyabie one, and the company SCI lie
rather early hour, we'll pleased me enter
3pent. go "a
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1874-04-16
GRAND PROMENADE CONCERT AT
M4SONJC TEMPLE

Masonic Temple was ablaIe last night with the
elite and beauty Of the capital It being the scene
Of q grand promenade concert given by the st.
Vincent De Paul society, for the benefit Of the
Aged Men and Women's Home.
The decoration Of the hall, which was done un-
der the supervision Of Col. Audenreid, was superb
hall were Suspended cages containing q number
Of beautiful birds, which At times almost drowned
the music OF the band by their singing.
The following tables were presided over by
ladies well known as foremost In every charitable
object:
sisted oy Madames De Ohambrun and De Po-
testad, Misses Laurie, Wheeler and Dockery.
The flower table was presided over by Mrs.
Woodward, assisted by q bevy Of beautiful young
ladies, who BY their bewitching manners and
smiles assisted materially In depicting the large
stock OF flowers on hand.
: The supper-room, where almost everything in
the way OF dainties for the inner could be OBJ
tanned, was assigned to the care OF Mrs. Thyson,
who was ably assisted BY Mrs. Williams, Stevens
and others.
The concert was a great success, and netted
large sum for the Institution In whose aid It was
given.
Among the many distinguished persons present
we noticed Gen. sherman and daughter, Col.
Audenreid and lady, Mr.. Corcoran, MIRA Admiral
Dahlgren, Admiral Sands and lady, Senator and
Mrs. STOCKTON, Col. Reardon, Hon. William Dick
son and lady, Gen. and Mrs. Parke, Colonel and
Mrs, Lathrop, Sir Edward Thornton and daugh-
Ter, Sir Charles Howard and lady, and Mr.. r. W..
In such throng IL was dificuit to ind many
familiar faces, but we noticed, enjoying the prom
enade, the Misses Alice Barkley, Cora Hardness,
Ada Ford, Picnic Taylor, Ettie Kline, Cora
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1874-04-16
THE LABOR QUESTION.
MANIFESTO OF THE JoURNEYMEl
BRICKLAYERS. =

OF "
BRICKLAYERS. =
A meeting of the Brfckiayers' Union was held
yesterday, 81 the following-nsmed gentlemen
selected as smlttee to prepare an address SET
ting forth the irenoes existing between the as
ISOLATION and 4 bosses: John Vessey. Samuel
W. Sloan, Jame puyall. Robert A. Stephen,
son and WnfOrdS Rhn. The address, as pre-
pared, Says: 49, X XII
The undersigned, - mittee appointed by the
Journeymen Bricklayers' Union Of Washington,
y; "a ~ ipstrueti9ps from said union, hereby give
eoff6ft statement Of the diflculties now exist
ing between the bosses and journeymen Of said
union.
Tho question is clearly one Of hours and not Of
wages, as this association on last November, by q
constitutional law, declared that eight hours
should constitute days work, at $3.50 per day.
This rule went into effect Immediately without
tho dissension Of the bosses, and work was prose-
cuted during the entire winter on this basis. We
have reason to believe that the majority Of bosses
now having work on hand secured such work on
the basis OF eight hours and $3.50 per day. Hav-
Ing secured these contracts, a. the commencement
Of spring work these bosses. by consolidation
under the title Of "master" bricklayers, have now
refused to employ iourneymen at eight hours.
compromise, and have reduced their wages to o.
per day, or to last years ratio. This the bosses
Will not accept, and the issue now Is eight hours
and not wages. The journeymen are willing to
make any sacrifice Of wages, but persistently re-
fuse to sacrifice the hours Of labor. We deem this
explanation necessary, that the public may prop
erly understand the situation
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1874-04-16

says he, stthose are very easily gotten; there
are plenty of contracts to be had now" told
him would not mind hsying one. SWELL"
he says, can easily get you one, but it requires
little money" Hesays he wont do anything
for anybody unless he Is paid for 1t. did
not see Mr.. Hopkins for sometime again. was
engaged in business on Seventh street, and
had Q confectionery store, and Nr. Hopkins
used to visit there very often. He informed me
that Mr.. Bassett was q very influential man,
who was private secretary for Governor Shop
herd, and through Mr.. Rassett he could get
most any position or employment for almost
any man, insinuating to two young ladies
whom had in my employ there in the store;
that there was q vacancy open in the Treasury
and he wanted good young lady to take
position, as friend Of his had offered 1t to
him. He wanted thslady to take this position.
I spoke to him then at the same time about q
contract, and speaking about an appointment
as justice of the peace. was thinking of
making an application for justice ct the peace
In the District of Columbia and whether he
would use any of his influence. He.told me If
/ had any money to pay he would get me ap-
pointed the next day.
By the Chairman: Q. A justice of the poacea
A. Yes, sir.
by Mr.. Hubbell: Q. Did he state how much
he wantedl A. No, sir; but he said, at re-
Quires money, and there are plenty of con-
tracts; but It requires money to get them" If
gave him the money he would be able to get
anything for me.
By the Chairman: Q. You did not invest
either in contracts or object A. No, sir; he
informed me that Mr.. Bassett was his brother-in-
law there, from New York city, and he in
formed me that Mr.. Bassett was private secre-
tary to Mr.. Shepherd.
By Mr.. Thurman: Q. That Mr.. Passstt vast
A. Yes, sir; in fact he told me that Mr.. Bas
set was the right bower of Mr.. Shepherd.
Q. And he proposed to sell his influence with
Mr.. Bassett to youi A. Yes, sir.
By Mr.. Harrington: Q. They never made you
q justice here, did theyl A. oh, no, sir; never
have applied.
In consequence of the unusual pressure on
our columns this morning we are compelled to
omit the balance of the testimony taken yes
terday. 1t will appear tomorrow.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1874-04-16
IE SHAKESPEARE CLUB AT TRE

This dramatic organization, comprising some Of
the best amateur talent in the city, will give .
matinee at the National theatre on Friday after
noon at three O'Clock, for the benefit Of the Indus
trial Home School, with the pretty play OF the
'Chimney Corner" as the principal feature Of the
entertainment.
The generosity of this popular club, In It's Sow
eral very successful presentations In aid Of de-
serving charities duriag the winter, has mani
testify increased the public appreciation of the
ability and h!strionlc skill which 1t has developed
Notwithstanding the very many charities now en-
crossing the attentions Of our citizens, large
number OF tickets have already been disposed Of,
and we predict not only o crowded house, but 3
most enjoyable time for those who are fortunate
enough to be present.
In addition to the intrinsic merit Of the perform
ance, the cause Is one that must appeal most
strongly to the sympathy and generosity Of slI,
and we do hope that the efforts Of tho club and OF
tho ladies in charge of the Homo will result In q
substantial benefit for this truly-deserVing char
ity.
Reserved seats may be procured at Ellis, and
tickets will be sold at the door on the afternoon Of
the entertainment, in case any are left.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1874-04-16
THE TEACHERS Pay.
ACTION OF THE SENATE YESTERDAY


ON THE SUBJECT.
Senator Spencer yesterday brought before the
Senate the House bill making provision for the
payment OF the teachers Of the public schools.
There was generous unanimity in favor OF afford
ing speedy relief, although the exact phraseology
Of the measure and the means from which the
United States should DO reimbursed for the i'm
mediate outlay was provocative OF discussion.
The debate introduced several points which are
likely to be Of considerable interest, notsbly the
opinion expressed by Senator Stewart, that 1t was
not competent fos the National Congress TO dele
gate Its legislative authority the District to
any other legislative assemblage. Another point,
raised by Senator Morton and others, was that 1t
is without the power Of Congress to dictate the
action of the District Legislature as to the means
BY which the amount appropriated by Congress
shall be returned. This latter objection to the
bill at one time threatened temporary delay, by
Its amendment; but the impulse to grant imme-
diate aid to the suffering teachers induced the &C
ceptancs Of the original measure as passed by the
House.
While the large expense attendant upon levy
ing and collecting o tax on personal property
proves q defect In the bill, still 1t is not sbso
lutely certain that It will be ultimately required,
as Congress possesses the undoubted right to re-
imburse the Government in some less expensive
way by subsequent legislation In the premises.
But the charitable spirit evinced would not brook
delay, and the measure was ushered forth, o glad
dening spirit to those long suffering for the neces
saries of life. The bill will be Immediately en-
rolled and submitted to the President for his sig
nature, which undoubtedly will be speedily at
tached to consummate the generous policy adopted
by Congress.
The bill has already been printed in THE ma
rIoNAL REPUBLICAN,, but as It Is now close to q
anality 1t is again given in full: " That the sum
Of s97, T4o5o be, and the same is hereby, sppro-
prIsted, out of any moneys in the Treasury not
otherwise appropriated, for the payment Of teach
ers In the public schools in the District Of Colum-
bIa from the first day Of September, 1872, to the
first day of March, 1874; and that the govern
ment ofthe District of Columbia is hereby su-
thorized and directed to levy and collect tax to
an amount equal to the amount appropriated in
this act upon personal property, including banks
and other corporations In the said District, and
pay the same into the Treasury of the United
States. The money hereby appropriated shall be
discussed under the supervision of the Commits
/ aiOuar of Educatinn
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1874-04-16
TABLEAUy.

A pleasant entertainment took place at Christ
Up. E. church, Navy Yard, under the direction
Of the Dorcss society, on Tuesday evening, con-
sisting Of tableaus, rharades and vocal and In
strumental music, in which the following ladies
and gentlemen took prominent parts: Mrs.
lie Wilson. Alice Guinand, Hattie Evans and
George Jarboe, and Messrs. Samuel and Frank
Gross, p. p. Little, A. B. Bohrer, W.. GARFIELD,
James Hutchinson and Frank Jones.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1874-04-16

Boucher, Mamie Wheeler, Alice Barclay, Ella
Sprague, Laura Alexander and the Misses
Young, Mosher, Dangerheld, Hodges, Clair, Bar
, tis Ste1ens Ciar s, ano ,i many osn sn
among the many present we noticed Messrs. Val
entine, Stockton, Whiting, Chew, Dickens, Peter
son, Bradford, Livingstone Seaton, Perry, Rupp,
Dodson, Moore, Shustsr, George Fisher, Cronin,
Dalton. Mohun. Thomas and othara.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1874-04-16
YET GOING ON.

The notable dry goods sale at the auctions rooms
Of Green s. Williams, corner OF Tenth and ID
streets, is vet going on both day and night, COM
me- cling every morning at 10 o'clock. The stock
Is as varied beautiful and inviting as over and
the bargains in every respect as desirable as any
heretofore offered. The Consequence is that there
this remarkable sale has slisIted THROUGHOUT the
nusy In responding to the demands OF purchasers.
SilRs, satlns veiSets laces cloths, carpets, rugs
&C., of the finest textures and most approved
eolors are daily offered ard sold at astonishingly
low prices. The remaining goods must be run of
ut any sacrifice, and now is the time TO get the
best bar gains. Drop in and see for yourselves. =
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1874-04-16

FREE CUBA has gloomy prospect. Captain
General Concha forbids the existence Of politi-
cal all parties, and declares his intention to
pursue q course Of rigid severity towards the
enemies of Spain. The honors heaped upon
the blood-thirsty Burriel have excited the
emulation Of Conchs, and he hopes to attain
to fame by the same cruel means.