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National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21


The United States steamer Gettysburg will go
into commission at II o'clock to-day under the
command of Lieutenant Commander F. NJ. Green.
Nearly all Of her officers reported at the yard
yesterday.
The United States steamer Fortune is being
lifted out for q trip from the yard to Camden,
New Jersey, where she will have o new set Of
boilers put in. The vessel will start from here
about Thursday next.
The residents Of the eastern section of the city
are highly elated over the prospect Of having
another skit race on the Eastern branch IL rs
noWproposed to add creased pole to the list Of
sports.
The canal barEes Clara of the City and WILL
liam Z Turner have arrived at the navy ward
and delivered cargOes Of coal for the department
of yards and docks during the past week.
In accordance with request Of the Treasury
Department, several inventors Of steam safety
valves throughout the country have submitted
specimen valves, and all that have arrived up
70 date are now being tested at the yard under
the supervision Of Chief Engineer Edwin Fithian,
OF the navy, and Supervising Inspector General
william Burdette, OF the Treasury Department.
The result Of the test will not be known before
October L
Do not fail to see the display q. A. SAKs &
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Hoodv and SankeH,

Everything touching the great work which has
been accomplished through the fundamentally
Of the American e7angelists is listened to with
interest. Nj. Joseph Weatherby, member of
the London committee, and Mr. Holrode, an &C
tive worker with the eyangeliSts will speak of
the great revival and its fruits on Thursday even
ing in the metropolitan cnurch, and on Friday
evening in the Congregational (Dr Rankin's)
church. These gentlemen have spoken to crowded
houses in Chicago and other cities, and those who
avail themselves of the opportunity to hear them
will get a view Of the great work from men who
were on the ground, and who felt the power OF
this wonderful work for the Master.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
Base Ball.

This week promises to be one full Of interest to
these who admire the national game from the
fact that there Will be played three games, the
first between the National and Eagle, the second
National vs.. Creighton, and on Friday the Ma
tionals play the celebrated BraddOek club, Of
Pittsburg, Pa. The latter game will, in all
probability, prove the most interesting, although
the Creightons promise to make 1t hot for the Ma
tionals on Wednesday. The Nationals and
Eagles meet again this afternoon on the Olympic
grounds, at 4 O'Clock, sharp. These clubs have
played together some Of the most interesting and
exciting games this season.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21

Their Rowing Matches To-day.
The regatta Of the AnaIostan boat Climb on the
Potomac river this afternoon VIII doubtless bring
together many o. their friends and otbers inter
ssted in aquatic sports to witness the contests
Inc races that have taken place proved close and
exciting, and warrant the club in coutinnino
their regatt2s. This afternoon, at O'CLOCK viii
De given another exhibition between the fon. 80
SIX, both We4I-drilled crews and skilled in The
handling OF an oar. That the race win be eIoes
and exciting no doubt Is entertained SN
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
Inrns,s Handsome Carriaras-

accidentally stepping into the Office of our
Wel-known carriage manufacturer, Andrew J.
Joyce, we were much surprised in these times,
when there is such 2 complaint Of dullness in
trade, to see the amount of business he is doing
He is working his full force Of hands in each de-
partment, and informed US that business so far
this gear had been better than for several past
years. He had lust finished fine, handsome
'SurTey, " which he has for sale in his shoH-rooms
1t is hung on half springs and side bars, painted
In the neatest manner and trimmed neatly with
blue cloth. We considered it superior TO any
thing Of the kind We have seen manufactured In
this market. He was just delivering handsome
four passenger panneled carriage, which he had
made to order for our wellknoWn real estate
agent, Mr.. L. NJ. Nourse, and handsome coupe
let TO our enterprising architect, Mr.. Charles T
Davis. He has his show-rooms stocked with new
and secondhand carriages, phaetons and buggies
OF all descriptions, which he offers at the lowest
prices.
no NOT fail IN zee tho dfznIav AZ a S.vs &
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
Criminal Court-Judge Macarthur.
COL. J. a. MAGRUDER's ACCOUNTS
a Balance Found Against Him,

The investigation Eof the accounts of Colonel
james A. Magruder, late treasurer OF the Board
Of Public Works, has just been concluded by Mr..
Warren, the New York sexpert, (who unraveled
the canal frauds in that State) and the report OF
the result has been sent to the board Of audit,
Mr.. Warren, in his report, has verified the cor
rectness Of the results shown by Colonel Behle
who has been employed for some eight or nine
months in the examination Of the books, papers.
stubs, &C., of Col. Msgruder The result shows a
balance against Col. MagrudeT of about S2I OOO
giving him the benefit of all doubts
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
Building Permits-Pavements Ordered.

Building Permits-Pavements Ordered.
The District Commissioners have concluded 70
have concrete substituted for the MacAdam road.
way on Sixth street east, between Virginia and
Maryland avenues, the property-holders on that
street being unanimously in favor Of and Filling
to pay for the same, provided suitable arran0e
ments can be made with the contractors
BUILDING PERMITS
were Issued yesterday by Inspector PIoTman as
follows: ThOmf II. Richards, two-story brick
dwelling, on the wet side Of New Hampshire
avenue, between L and Al streets southeast, $500:
August Hoseb, tWc-stOry brick dwelling on the
west side Of Fourteenth street, between street
and Ohio avenue, LOO.
DC DO NOT fail to see the display at A. SAKs &
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We Call specisl Attention

to the card Of Mr. P. ]. Donahus in our educa-
tional column. Mr. d. has for some years labored
In Washington and vicinity as most successful
teacher, giving complete satisfaction in all cases.
He is graduate in hOnOrs Of the University OF
London, and his services are especially useful In
preparing foT the military and naval academies,
rs we'll as for competitive examinations. His ad-
dress is No. I7oI Nineteenth street northwest.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21

A very interesting game of base ball took place
yesterday between the Rising Champs and the
Astoras, on the grounds Of the former and after
an exciting contest the Champs won by a score Of
Sto7. The Rising Champs are composed of hon.
orary members Of the we'll known Creighton club,
and promise to give all the juniors in town hard
run for the Championship of the District.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
Auction Salaa Tn-dnu

By B. II. Warner:
At 9 o'clock. valuable real estate adjoining the
Capitol grounds. 's 1ne
At 8 O'clock. valuable suburban property in
Washington county, d. @. 's ~
By Duncanson Bros:
At O'Clock, lot No. 4, in square No. LOOT.
furniture.
By W. l. Wall & Co.:
At 10 O'Clock, at s2T Seventh street northwest,
the entire stock Of paper-hanglngs, sc.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
Grand Opening Dav,

We take pleasure IN announcing our a9rand
Opening" for the display of fall and winter styles
on Saturday next, when We shall exhibit the
greatest variety Of mems, youths boys and chill.
drens garments ever shown in the District OF
Columbia. -Four floors will be brilliantly illumi-
mated and decorated, and all the goods placed In
such manner as 70 enable visitors 70 see the
style at glance. We cordially invite the public
70 call. We shall not send circulars to any one,
ana AK the public to call without further notice.
A. SAKs & Co., 80 Seventh street.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
Fall OHarnnatE.

Left from last season, come Of them slightly dam.
aged. am closing out at great reduction on
former prices. Some So coats marked down IN
that will insure rapid sales NA-'''
GEO. O. HENN1Ne,
40 Seventh street.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21

OFEhOUAIbs
English Worsted Frocks and Vests to Match.
Business suits In Getaways, D b. Frocks and
d. b. Sacks.
Young Mems suits for Dress or Business.
Boys suits for School or Dress.
Childrens suits IN Blouse and Getaway.
Boys Knee Pants, separate from Jackets.
Fall Underwear for Men and Boys.
NOAH WALKER & Co.,
625 Penn. avenue,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
Things Matrimonial.
MARRIED.

MARRIED.
Joseph Dudley and Agnes Hagan obtained
llcenEe to be married yesterday in the Office OF the
clerk of the Supreme Court Of the District.
DIVORCE.
Charles Goff obtained, in the same court q de-
cree Of divorce from his wife, Mary Goff for rea-
sons which have already been reported in this
paper.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
The Best Asserted stoct

Extra Sizes Under shirts and Dravsrs
up to Is, at Francs, e2s Pennsylvania avenue and
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21

Our SIS suits to order equal to suits made gene.
rally at go. EIsKMIE BROS SN0-
Corner Seventh and e streets
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21

DO NOT fail to see the display OF a. SAKs
Co.'S On Saturday next.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
CLARvOE INVESTIGATION.
STILL ANGLING FOR INFORMATION
NOTHING ABOUT Thu ACCUSED As YEl
4 WONDERFUL STATEMENT Of GHRIET FISHER
how A FIRSF-CLASS JOB WAS WORKED

Testimony OF Mr.wm. III. Martin, Mar.
shall EckloG OF the Police Court,
Constable Lacy and others
They Never Heard the
Name OF the Accused
Mentioned in the
Mafter-More Evil
dence OF the
Same Sort to
He offered.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
EVERY MERCHANT

EVERY MERCHANT
who keeps Belding Bros. & Go. Machine Twist is
satisfied from the increase in his sales that 1t Is
The best.
DIAMONDS on children are a vulgar display,
but Natures Beautiier removes their freckles
and is q decided improvement.
CALIFORNIA LADIKs have struck against wear
ing earrings, but they all agree that Natures
Beautiher viii remove freckles. To be had Of all
Druggists.
A GOOD MANY blonde Saratoga bellies were bru-
nettes last season. Natures Beautiher improved
their complexion.
WE have had our great rainfall, and now all
we need to complete our happiness Is big wind
fall-of Natures Beantifer for the ladies. To be
had OF all Druggists.
HERMAN BAUMGARTEN, engrayer or seals and
stencil cutter, has removed to I'd Pennsylvania
avenue.
invested n Stocks and Gold pays 100 per csnt.
month. Send fer particulars. Tumbridge & Co.,
Bankers, Wall street, New York
THURsToE's IVORY PRAEL TOOTH POWDER
used daily viii keep the teeth clean, white and
sound, the gums healthy and the breath sweet.
Twenty-Five and nifty cents per bottle.
JoUvEN's 1NoDoRous KID-GLovz CLHAzza
viii renoyate soiled gloves thoroughly end
quickly. Twenty-Five cents per bottle.
THoMPsoN's PoAApB OPTIME fs equal to the
best French, and but half the price. Twenty-Five
and nifty cents per bottle.
WELLS STRKNaTHENIAe PLAsrsRs' are tho
very best. All sold BY druggists.
A LARGE LINE Of Gents Underwear at
EIsEMAN Bros,
Corner Seventh and streets.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
In Tailoring Department.

OF gents toilet articles in the city at Franc,s ga
Pennsylvania avenue and 4s1-4S3 Seventh street.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
THE COURTS.
Snacial Tarm-IndRa nIin.

This court was engaged as follows yesterday:
Phoenix Insurance Company VS.. Grant Or
der directing receiver to rent houses.
Krask VS.. Calvert ct al. Order directing
amended bill to be filed within three days
Libby We. Morgan. Order referring cause to au-
ditor.
Barbour Hamilton. Order to ratify sale re-
ported by trustee.
Clark VS.. Killian. Order approving bend, and
giving leave to to file 1t OF date Of August j,
1876.
Gof VS.. Gof. Decree for divorce and the Gus.
tody of the child.
Lambert vs.. Lambert. Decree Diminishing bill
with costs.
Edmonson vs. Edmonson. Decree appointing
+. W. Jones guardian dd Mem.
Mason, assignee VS.. Riggs ct al. Order max
ing new defendant. Adjourned.
Criminal Court-Judge Macarthur.
This court resumed its June term yesterday:
James NJ. Gregory, James G. Naylor and
Walter d. wynn were excused from service on
the petit jury, and Thomas p. Line, Warren Dent
and John F. Dyer summoned in their stead
Rozier Dulany for carrying concealed weapons,
was found guilty.
A. L. Morgan, for carrying:on business with.
out o license, was acquitted. Adjourned
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21

ne IS ACCUSED OF 4 CRAVE crime
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
ALLEGED THEFT OF IMPORTANT PAPERS
The Pennsylvania Republicans Meet

They Discu s the Subject OF the Print
ers' WRges-0piniOns Pro and Con
The AnaIostan RegattA-Pro-
ceedings OF the Courts
District Notes - Mis-
ceIIaneous Para.
graphs of Gen.
eraI Local
Interest.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
CITY ITEMS.

Do NOT fail to see the display at A. SAKs {
Co.'s on Saturday next.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
GENERAL NEWS OF THECITY

ARREST OF HR. CHARLES G. FISHER
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
FORD's OPERA HOUSE

SpMMER THEATRE OMIOUE
- MONDA1. sEPTEMBER 20 EVERY NIGTJT
AND WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY NATL
EEES. Ihe biggest show yet! First appaarance
IN nis CITY OF the following artists of Iedad
kDillIy: me 81. Felix Combination, consistinS N
tOuE DeautIIul chlldren: Barney McNultV 3he
gIsatest OF Irish comedians; Herr Schultz fhe
man OF lUO faces; Nellie and ChaTles leslie serio
Somlc vocalist, Coublc clog and Zig artiSts Sera n
Montague,serio comic vocalist and balIadist: Ma
SIaiIile Sardner, seTio- comic vocalist: Mr. Ar
Ales, the rising young Ethiopian comedian,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21

A LOT of Boys Fine Pants of cashmere, cloth
and worsted, at -; average cost u. These are of
broken suits, and must be closed out.
EIsEMAN Bros,
Corner Seventh and streets
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Ives. fha TaiIoy

IVES, The Tailor,
street, Ss - w. - 'i9 Ssfousn
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DISTRICT NOTES.

Do NOT fail to see the display q. A. SAKs &
Co.'S on Saturday next.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
Navy Yard Notes.

Do NOT fail to see the display at a. SAKs
Co.'s on Saturday next.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21

DIAMONDS on children are a vulgar displ
but Natures Beautifier removes their freck
and is decided improvement.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21

CALIFORNIA LADIES have struck against wear
ing earrings, but they all agree that Natures
Beautiher will remove freckles. To be had Of all
Druggists.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21

EVERY MERCHANT
who keeps Belding Bros. & 20. Machine Twist is
satisfied from the increase In his sales that 1t Is
he best.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
THE ANALOsTANs,

DO NOT fail to see the display at A. sAKs &
Co. on Saturday next
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21

A GOOD MANY blonde Saratoga bellies were bru-
nettes last season. Natures Beautiher improved
their complexion.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21

WE have had our great rainfall, and now all
we need to complete our happiness Is big wind
fall-of Natures Beantifer for the ladies. To be
had OF all DruRRists
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21

HERMAN BAUMGARTEN, engraver or seals and
stencil cutter, has removed to I'D Pennsylvania
avenue.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-21
GROCERIES,.

a LARGE LINE Of CENTS Underwear at
EIsEMAN Bros,
Corner Seventh and E streets.
Middletown transcript., 1875-10-09

for all horses having no better record than
2:40; four entries, three started.
First Heat.-Modoc's driver protested
against Dixie, claiming that he had better
record than 2:40, but no proof being given
the judges continued the race, when Dixie
took the lead and kept it on the first hall,
and came in on the homestretch ahead, win
ming the heat in 2:4a3 Modoc second.
Second Hsa.-Dixie went ahead and SO kept
until the three-quarter pole was passed, when
Modoc came along side and the two came in
on the homestretch nearly neck and neck,
but Dixie won the heat in 1881. Keystone
Patchen distanced. r
Third Hea.-With splendid start Dixie
took the lead, Modoc just back of Dixie, and
on the homestretch tried to get ahead, but
was not successful, for Dixie won the heat
and race in 2:3s2, amid the loudest applause.
Thus ended the second day, and when the
nightly review was made, it was found that
the attendance, and receipts, were far ahead
of last years.
Among the hosts of others whom it was .
pleasure to see upon the grounds were his ex-
cellency the Governor, Ex-Governor VIM. H.
Ross, whom We wers glad to see looking as
fresh and hearty as when we first met him in
years gone by in festive scenes in other lands.
Senator Salisbury, State Treas. T. B. Giles,
Chas. Beasten, ex-President of the Associa-
ton, Hon. T. F. Bayard, Hon. Jas. Williams,
Hon. G. G. Stockley, Speaker Of the Senate,
Hon. B. T. Biggs, with his long flowing gray
locks, l. G. Grubb, Esq, Secretary of State,
and many others.
Middletown transcript., 1875-10-09
Green's August Flower,

1t is natural for people suffering with 'Dys-
pepsia and Liver Complaint or any derange-
ment of the digestive organs, such as Sour
Stomach, Sick Headache, Habitual Costive-
ness, Palpitation of the Heart, Heartburn,
Water-brash, gnawing and burning pains at
the pit of the Stomach, Yellow Skin, Coated
Tongue, and disagreeable taste in the mouth,
coming up of food after eating, low spirits,
&C., to put off from day to day buying an ar
ticle that they know has cured their neighbor,
friend, or relative, yet they have no faith in
it until it is too late. But if you will 60 to
your druggist, Chamberlaine, Middletown, or
Il. P. Baker, Odessa, and get bottle of
GREEN'S AUGUST Flower your immediate cure
is as certain as you live. Sample bottles of
this medicine can be obtained for 10 cents to
try its superior virtue. Regular size Is cents.
Try it, two doses will relieve any case.
Middletown transcript., 1875-10-09
h1iddletown and Vicinity Items.
BY OUR LOCAL REPORTER.

BY OUR LOCAL EXPORTER.
The st. James combination, minstrel
troupe, gave performance in the Town Hall
last night.
All of the hotels and boarding houses in
Middletown have been more than full and a
great many were compelled to seek board and
shelter in private families, while fep, be-
coming weary by the wayside, took beds on
the sidewalks and in the cutters.
There were Eve Gaily and four weekly pa
pers represented at the fair. Most of, the re-
porters complained of the accommodations
made for them. 1t was very properly sug-
gested that the reporters stand be placed in.
the second story of the grand stand, as is the
usual custom.
The two entertainments given in the Town
Hall on Wednesday and Thursday evenings
last for the benefit Of, Damon Lodge, Knights
of Pythias, of this town, were attended by
very fair audiences. On each evening the
performance was very fair, and felt short of
the programme only on account of tie acci-.
dent to the three performers on the trapezez
On Friday morning another acciden toccurred
to one of the troupe. He was taking down a
trapeze hook at the time, when the ladder be
was standing on gave way and he fell to the
floor, sustaining but slight bruises, however
Two Pleasant Entertainments On Monday
evening last the officers of Delmarvia Manu-
featuring Company gave an oyster supper,
which was largely attended by the represent
ative preach growers Of the vicinity. Five
barrels af Crisield oysters were successfully
placed in the large boiler, used in the build
ing for steaming corn, and baked to deli
cious flavor, when they were opened and
rashly consumed by the hungry party pres.
ent, being highly relis he'd. The evening
continued to be interesting until night and
morning set in, when the party dispersed,
thanking the officers for the pleasure had
during the time they were in the factory.
On Tuesday evening an entertainment was
given to the employees of the establishment.
numbering one hundred and twenty. Many
outsiders were present, including q repre-
sentative Of the TRANscRIpT. Prices band
was present and furnished excellent music to
those who preferred the dance. A table con-
Middletown transcript., 1875-10-09
Local and State Affairs.
li.s@ 5.44-. ..sy. 1a
4 Persons vho. are indebted to'us, will confer a
.faoor By calling and settling their accounts.
Etsnas of Local Interest.

Items n Local Interest.
ils The first Teachers Institute under the new
j law, passed last winter, will be held in thi'
town on the 2sth, goth and 3oth of the pres.
3 ent month. .ssT-4. ,f5a-e
The fruit drying house of Marsh & Brown
at Wyoming, is said to be the largest estab'
lishment Of the kind in the State. Their ca
pacity Is 5000 baskets per day.
John Tweed, of Mill Greek Hundred, we'll
known to many in this vicinity, died at the
residence of his son, Mansel Tweed, on Thurs
day of last week, in bis 67th year.
a The Newport and Stanton Episcopalians
are going to hold floral fair and festival
and supper in their new church at Newport
on the llth, 18th and 18th of November.
Messrs. VIM. Homewood and John A.
Reynolds, Jr., of Newark, are going West on
Tuesday-their second trip-to purchase
sheep, by order Of Newark Grange, P. of q.
VIM. Green's wagon, with the last load of
peaches came through town on Monday,
with large limb of a peach tree fastened
upright, at the rear Of the wagon, filled with
peaches.
The horse disease, which has prevailed
with such fatal results in, the vicinity for
some weeks past, made its appearance in New
Castle last week. The farmers are becoming
alarmed.
Newark Grange, P. Of H., held floral
and horticultural exhibition last week, at
which there was q fine display Of flowers,
fruits, vegetables, fancy work, ETC., etc. 1t
was quite successful.
The Wilmington Gazette, for some two or
three weeks past, has been pretty well filled
with Sheriff sale advertisements, and on Mon
day last ten new ones were added to the
number This looks unhealthy.
Sheriff Lambson made q levy on the per-
sonal property-pew cushions, organ, car
pets, &C., of the West Presbyterian Church,
Wilmington, last week, to satisfy judgment
obtained BY the assignee of the McLear bank
ruDt estate