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National Republican., 1875-07-22
OYSTER AND FRUIT PACKING.
A ComranY to be Organized in this City.

a company u Uc Al WAS SAsJ'
In pursuance of published call to those citi-
zens favorable to the establishing of an oyster
and fruit. packing establishment in this District,
a number of business men assembled last evening
at the Board of Trade rooms. Mr.. JSmes L. Bar
bour called the meeting to order, and stated its
object, and said there were two or three PROPOSE
tIons to be considered-whether sudiclent pro-
ducts could be secured to keep the place in oper-
alton, and the work done at such prices as to per-
nit them a favorable competition in the market.
Mr. Jos. H. Smith found that he could buy the
fruits here pay the freight on them and put them
in the Baltimore market cheaper than they could
purchase them in that city. Many of the truck
farmers on the Potomac river sent their products
round to Baltimore for want OF market in this
city. He cited the prices vegetables and fruits
brought in both cities and showed that the re-
duced rates were in favor Of this city.
Mr.. EIphonzo Youngs thought If the packing
company was started it would be- for the first
year, in a limited degree, but increase as the
farmers realized that they could find market
Ter their fruits and vegetables without having to
transport them to a great distance. He men
toned that a fruit-grower across the Eastern
branch had quite an extensive peach orchard,
which, he thought, would produce SUFFICIENT to
run one canning factory.
Mr.. ]. W. Massey, from Virginia, was raising
peaches, and would put 1000 to 5000 boxes In the
markeI tnlS year. anu IL uOL Ueeu luz luo OOLu
snap they would have had so 900 boxes. If they
started the packing houses, within two years the
farmers could furnish 60 900 boxes certain, and 1t
was safe to say that number would be increased,
as the orchards would be enlarged and more at
tention given to the cultivation Of truck and fruit
Mr.. Smith said that in Baltimore they pos
sessed all the advantages of having boxes and
cans He knew OF cases where these cans had
been shipped empty to the distant counties Of
Maryland as freight, where the peaches were
given q rough preparation and then reshipped to
that city; there they were labeled by the packing
firms and sent out as their WORK without ever
having been in their packing houses.
Mr.. Youngs thought the merchants should be
interested IN this matter, which would insure its
success. The only way to foster the interests Of
a city was for the business men to look after Its
mercantile pursuits.
Mr.. Smith was satisfied that s25, 900 would put
packing establishment IN full running order, and
Suggested that the only way to secure the capital
stock was by subscriptions and that process should
be commenced without delay.
On motion Of Mr.. Youngs, committee OF three
was appointed to draw up q suitable paper to pre-
sent TO the merchants and solicit their aid in this
undertaking. Messrs. J. L. Barbour, ]. h. Smith
and Frank Hume were appointed committee to
carry out the motion.
The meeting then adjourned.
National Republican., 1875-07-22
THE YACHT RACES.
Announcements Still Progressing.

Great preparations are being made for the Po-
tomac regatta, which will take place on the 18th
oi August, and the interest does not seem to be
confined entirely to those who have entered to
compete for the prizes, but the "lookers-on in
Venice" have to q certain extent already begun
to examine the yachts that they will be able TO
stake their piles intelllgently and get as much
exhilaration as possible out Of the races. In the
first class the Americus and the Treadwell are to
be made tie objects Of some very heavy risks,
while in the second the Columbia and the Witch
of the Wave will come to the front among the
bstters. The Columbia was successful in the last
contest, the Witch coming in next, and while this
will give the former SINE favor on point Of
prestige, the latter has gained many new friends,
who will bestow great confidence and some money
on her IL creased speed in view Of the improve
ments which are being made upon her.
As yet 10 yachts have entered In the first class,
but there is no doubt that some good vessels will
be brought forward from other cities. The first
class is always slow in being made. Last year
the entries were not made until the last day be-
fore the races, and the slight negligence on the
part Of the owners Is not regarded With any con; on
will be we'll filled with worthy crafts.
The second class thus far Is made up as follows:
A. ShecEeis; Witch Of the Wave BY Capt Addi-
son Furguson; slipper, BY Capt. Thos. Jones;
The Eagle, Capt. John Berry; Columbia. Capt.
John Henyon. There have been no new entries
since last report.
Pursuant to adjournment Q meeting of yacht
men was held last night at Fulton house, Pcto-
mac ferry, Capt Thos. E. Smithson in the chair.
Addresses were made by owners Of yachts, who
alone have the privilege OF the floor.
1t was stated that the yachts which had entered
were being fitted mp specially for the occasion;
that the conditions which the Americus had ad-
vanced contingent upon its entry had been thrown
aside and that IL would run IN the races, as also
would the Ella Treadwell, against any frstclsss
boat that would come out; that nothing further
had been heard from Baltimore and Alexsnaris,
next meeting: that the steamer Pilot Boy, COM
manded by Captain Byles, had been engaged by
Captain Sheckells TO accompany the racers, for
the purpose Of carrying spectators to witness the
scenes
After the transaction OF miscellaneous and rou-
tine business the meeting adjourned, subject to
the call Of the president
National Republican., 1875-07-22
CITY TRANSPORTATION.
The Proposed Line Of Chariot Car.

There was a meeting last evening at the ofice
of the Northern Liberty Market Company, on K
street, of the committee appointed last week by
the meeting called to organize q new omnibus
line; A. Davis, esq, occupied the chair, and Geo.
W. King, ESQ.,, acted as secretary. The commit
tee have not yet prepared their final report to be
submitted at the meeting Of those interested, but
have decided upon establishing their first line
upon the following route; Starting at the coast
survey office, to run along the east front OF the
Capitol to New Jersey avenue; thence TO X street,
along K to Massachusetts, avenue; thence to
Eleventh street, up Eleventh to o; thence to Fif-
teenth street to Vermont avenue, terminating at
Riggs corner.
Messrs. q. Bowen and James H. McGIll were
appointed q subcommittee to visit Cincinnati
during the coming week for the purpose Of in
specting the line Of Murch's patent chariot cars,
which is running in that city and to report to the
committee Oh their return.
On the motion OF Mr.. Moran, the capital stock
of the company was placed at $4,000, to be d.
vided In two thousand shares.
Mr.. King was authorized to draw up papers for
subscription lists with suitable heads.
Mr.. James A. Holman signined his intention OF
placing the matter before the board of market
directors, and negotiating with them for oice and
stable room on the market property.
There was considerable discussion in relation to
the probable cost Of equipping the line. 1t was
estimated that to furnish the line with fourteen
sary appurtenances, would require about fifteen
thousand dollars
The meeting was adjourned until the evening Of
Monday, August2.
National Republican., 1875-07-22
HIBEREIA SOCIETY, NO. 3.

Election Of Delegates to the o'connen Cen.
tsnnial u. L. Deass's Protest Against
Mayor Kelley a. Orator Endorsed.
HibernlS Society, No. 3, met at their hall, on
Capitol HIIl, last evening" Mr.. Andrew Neville,
president, in the chair, and Mr.. James Kelly,
secretary.
The CHAIR stated the object Of the meeting was
the election OF three delegates 10 the convention
that Is 10 meet on tomorrow evening for the pur.
pose Of making arrangements for the proper cole.
bratIon Of the centennial anniversary Of the birth
OF Daniel oConnell. Before proceeding 10 an
election the secretary was instructed 10 read O
letter from the pen OF Mr.. John l.. Dosso, which
was recently published, relative 10 Mayor Kelley
and his suloEistie remarks about the Queen Of
Enginnd and the beauties and blessings OF the
Enkn.h 9oyernment, delivered IN Richmond on
tne oeeAnon ot the celebration OF the Queens
Duthahy ~ EnElithmen residing IN and adjacent
~ that Guy. mayor keliey'g course WAS strongly
g9mmenteo on ~ several memberG and a ro6olu.
lon MH unanimouliy adopted deciarIng M
Dea.ssl communicated 70 Be the sense OF thc
Me11rl. Thomas =. Russell, James RsI,v ana
james Plant were elected d0leRatsa n ths go
xentlon, and Mr. Thomas MeMahon and Nj. Me.
Nany GlternAtsS, 1S IA'' nv
National Republican., 1875-07-22
cORNELL's VICTORIES.
"sorrv the snob, Won the RAGS. u


A correspondent Of the Graphic writes as fol-
lows: "Wednesday afternoon, q few minutes
after Cornelrs glorious victory in the Saratoga
race had been announced, / met q friend Of mine
who graduated at Union College some eight or
ten years ago, ana spoke to him about the re-
suit oh, hang IT, said he, Il am sorry these
snobs have won the race. They are more like
apprentices than students. wish the crews of
any Of the gentlemen's colleges had won.' This
is the way In which Cornell has been looked
down upon ever since she was organized. She is
q secular college, and all the pietsts have girded
at her. She teaches useful science to her sons in
preference to the old classics, and all the diett
ante sneer OF her. Yet, after ALL the true value
Of the knowledge she imparts has been amply
vindicatsd by the conduct and bearing Of her
students. Into whatever competition they have
entered brill ant successes have attended their
efforts At-the intercollegiate literary contest,
held in the Academy of Music last winter, It was
Cornell men who carried of the two principal
prizes; and now, In the most important intercol-
legIate regatts which has ever taken place in
this country, Cornell performs the unprecs-
dented feat Of winning In both Freshman and
University races Evidently the Cornell men
possess unusal vigor both Of intellectual as we'll
as physical hbre, and their splendid achieve
ments cannot fail TO rebound to the honor and ad-
vantage Of their Alma Mater. What they have
done Will be splended advertisement for Cor
nell, and ! do not think we shall hear her
sneered at again, either in regard 70 her means,
methods, or tendencies, for her sons have nobly
Yfndicated all of them,n
National Republican., 1875-07-22
DOWN THE RIVER.
Excursion to cObb's Island.

Excursion to cobb's Island.
The splendid steamer Jane Moseley will make
her secsnd excursion trip to Cobb's Island, start
ing from her wharf, tomorrow evening, and re-
turning early on Tuesday next. This is certainly
one Of the most enjoyable trips ever offered 70 the
people Of this vicinity, embracing, as It does, a
visit TO the places OF note on the Potomac and
Chesapeake, and 9 day or more on old ocean.
Proper care will be taken for the comfort and
convenience Of gueBts, and the party will surely
have good time. See advertisement.
POINT LOOKOUT.
On Saturday evening the fine steamer Sue,
Captain HsrI er, will leave her wharf for her reg
ular excursion trip to Point Lookout, from which
she will return in time for business on Monday
morning. The popularity Of these excursions is
evidenced by the Increasing number OF pRrticl-
pants among whom are many Of the leading citi-
zens Of the District. Safe surGbathing, fine
sail, all the saltwater luzuries, and thorough
change OF air are among the recommendations Of
the trip. Purser Cavender, Of the Sue tIkes
pride IN seeing that the guests Of the boat are
fully provided with all possible comforts, and In
this he Is seconded by the Messrs Stephenson, the
agents There will be fine rarty for Saturday
night.
National Republican., 1875-07-22
OBITUARY,
Death Of John 8. Slater.


We regret to announce the death Of Mr.. John
s. Slater, which occurred at his residence at 73o
o'clock last evening. Mr.. Slater has held several
positions Of trust In the Internal Revenue Depart
ment, and for several years past rs principal clerk
in the once Of Superintendent Of Assessments.
By his fidelity and strict integrity he won the
confidence and respect Of all. The District Gov
nifty good citizen, and large circle Of scquaint-
ances true friend; He was good man. He
leaves wife and child.
WILLIAM d. HIEsKKLL, JR,
1t is with ne ordinary feelings Of sadness that
we record the death of Mr.. William B. HieskeIl,
it, which occurred at the residence OF his brother
In this city, on the morning Of the 2hh inst, in
the tWenty-ffth year Of his age. Mr.. Hieskell
was the son Of William B. Hieskell, formerly a
prominent lawyer Of Philadelphia, ,and who died
In the latter city several years sineeT The sub
Ject OF this notice was well known IN Washington
having been for some years In the employ Of Mr..
II. H. Bishop, druggist, whose place Of business
was until recently at the corner of Tenth and F
streets northwest. The diseased was dIstin-
guished for many virtues, which indicated the
Correctness Of his principles, the kindness Of his
nature, and the purity Of his purpose. But 1t was
in the relation oil son wherein his character was
most distinctly defined. Ever attentive 10 the
wishes Of widowed and dependent mother, he
comforts which as young man be might have
been supposed to crave, that out Of his limited In.
come he might the more completely minister to
her necessities and her pleasures. Consumption
trscted sickness he has ceased amongst as TO I've.
His remains have been removed TO Bristol, Pa,
for interment. He died, having earned the re-
spect Of all who had the pleasure Of his acqusnt-
dissolution, and Of his prospective entrance upon
the happlnets Of the life 70 come.
National Republican., 1875-07-22
THREATS OF VIOLENCE
Claude Mslnotts in q New Role

OlAuuc 0UAAesso AA y NoW aoAos
Yesterday morning there was o fuller house
than usual at the Court caused by the knowl-
edge that case Of threats Of personal violence,
preferred against R. 3. Lloyd by Maria A. Starr,
would be tried. At the time appointed for the
trial the plaintiff, delicate-lookinE lady, robed
in black, arrived IN handsome carriage and was
Eallantly handed in the Courtroom by the Ches-
terneld Of the bar, Mr.. CSrrington Assistant Dis.
trict AttCrney. Shortly after the bold Richard
dashed up to the courthouse door on his famous
war.horse, "Old whitey," and dismouuted, leav-
ing the hery animal in charge othis orderly. With
an impatient but impressive tread he strobe up
the marrow stairway, and into the close quarters
OF the courtroom. He took in the situation Of Q
glance, and running his hand through MS SssItn
0fSciaIs % % Then ~ cast % look of defiance At ths plain;
that be was ready and eager Tor the fray,
When the J1dge was ready the case was called
and Richard plead not guilty: ,,o,.
made threats TO her On Saturday night last 10 ner
bedroom, at her house on Pennsyiyanla avenue;
She reused 10 lei him enter. He threatened to
burst the door open; finally he obtained entrance
and abused her dreadfully, threatening 70 cut her
Mr. Lloyd was his own counsel, and after the
lady had concluded her evidence be gave prepar-
atory "hem cleared his throat and beg an cross,
exainination. which he evidently fondly hoped
would rival that OF Beeeher by Judge Fullerton.
Unfortunately for him, Judge Smell, ana not
Judge Nelson, was presidingi and as the nrst
question or two showed that Dick was attempting
to dodge the assault issue and put the lady on
the case by ANNOUNCING that he (Lloyd) would be
put under bonds of 900 to keep the peace toward
Mrs. Starr.
This summary mode Of disposing OF the case
did not suit Richard, and he made dignined
speech about his rights, and called two witnesses
to help him out OF the scrape; but the Judge nad
made up his MIND and, as Mr.. Starr had testified
and Richard admitted that on the occasion In
which the suit was based there was no one pres
ent the Witnesses were not sWsrn.
Mr. Darlington then announced tAat ne na1
another case Of assault and battery against Mr.
LIoyd in which he would enter q nolle prosiqut.
Against this Lloyd protested. He wanted 70
show the whole thing up and clear himself Of
the charge. -
The Judge informed him that the nOlle
pTOSigui was equivalent to a verdict OF &C
quittal, and. after publicly announcing that ne
could give $4,000 as easily as $4,000 bonds, Rich-
ard sought an interview with the clerk OF the
court for the purpose OF fixing up the papers.
National Republican., 1875-07-22
Auction Sales To-day.
pv Edwin I. swat

denco and two.story back building, on the north
tid0 Of y street, between New Hampshire avenue
and Eighteenth street northwest
Ate O'clock, valuable house and lot on street
north, between New Hampshire avenue and Eigh.
tetnth street northwest.
on The south side Of q street, between Eleventh
and Twelfth streets northweft .
BY J. T. Wofmieyi
AZ o'clock, valuable property fronting on
improved BY Q neat twe-stofy.and-sttie brick
Eouio.
By b. H.wansfi
msnt pressed. .bricr. ffort dwelling, on 81 street,
!No, Aibl between Twepty.seeond and Twenty
third streets northwest.
National Republican., 1875-07-22
ROBBERY.
:parine Burglary in South Washington.

1t has Just trsnspired that neat little robbery
was perpetrated Tuesday night at No 6s3 G street
southwest the residence Of Mr.. Hiram Greene pro
prietor ofthe tug of the same name. The thieves
entered from the rear and got in their work with
out discovery and without leaving any clue to
their identity. They carried of sum OF money,
q gold watch and chain, a royal arch Masonic
Jewell clothing and other things, the entire booty
amounting to at least $50. The adjoining house,
No. 635 G street, occupied by Frank Buous was
also entered and q gluttonous raid made upon the
market basket and pantry, but without further
piIIage. This is supposed to have been done by
the same parties who entered Greene's
National Republican., 1875-07-22
ELECTION OF OFFICERS.
Odd FsIlows-Mbsrnia Benevolent soci

Odd Fellows-Hi bernia Benevolent Society.
At the annual meeting of the Grand Encamp-
ment. !. D. .. F., held Tuesday night, the follow
ing officers were elected: George S. King, q. p;
@. H. Baer, G H.P.; ;Jcseph Burroughs, G. S. W.;
L. b. Allyn, g. s.; F. b. Lord, ST., @. T; H. @.
Stevens, G.. J. W; John T. Given, Grand Repre-
sentative TO the Grand Lodge Of the United
States.
The Washin Rton Hibernia Benevolent AssocIa-
tion have elected the following officers to serve
during the ensuing year: Daniel q. McGiVern,
president; John Fogarty, first vice president;
John A Gleason, second vice president; Dennis
Lyons, recC riding secretary; James Dillon, fnan-
Montgomery, p. J. Caldwell, Joseph Stone,
Patrick Hogan, Robert Fitzgerald, Dennis GIee.
son. marshals
National Republican., 1875-07-22
CITY ITEMS.

CAUTION TO PURCHASERS OF THE PERUVIAN
.-. SYRUP,
"a protected solution OF the protoxide Of iron.)
Beware Of being deceived BY any Of the prepsra-
ons of Peruvian bark, or bark and iron, which
may be offered to you Every bottle Of the gen.
uine has the name Peruvian Syrup" (not Peru
Wan bark) upon 1t. Examine carefully before
purchasing.
BUTTER DEMoRALIZEDi ....a
Best Virginia roll only 80 cents per pound;
choicest Frederick County Creamery roll only IS
cents per pound, at
ia Center Market and lO9 N L. Market.
$40 TO a1,ooo
Invested n Stocks and Gold pays 100 per cent. 0
month. Send fer particulars. Tumbridge Co,
Bankers, q Wall street, New York
THuRsTon's ivory PRARL TOOTH POWDER
used daily viii keep the teeth clean, white and
sound, the gums healthy and the breath sweet
Twenty-Five a1d fifty cents per bottle.
JouvKN's NOTORIOUS KID-GLovH OLRANm
Will renovate soiled gloves thoroughly end
quickly. Tventy-hve cents per bottle.
THoMPsoHs PoMADK OPTIMB is equal TO the
best French, and but half the price. twenty-five
and ffty cents per bottle.
WELLS STR8NeTHENINa PLAsrKRs are sths
very best All sold by druggists.
National Republican., 1875-07-22
Eleventh Street Southeast.

Yesterday morning delegation of property.
holders on Eleventh street southeast, consisting
OF Msssrs Bliss, Mclean, Beatty, Goodhart,
Eager, Collette, Parkman, Wcrmell and Babson,
waited on the Commissioners to represent the
condition Of that street. Mr.. Goodhart stated
that there is laid q cobble-stone section In the
middle OF the street for the OF the prospective
street railroad there, snd cobb!e-stone gutter Of
four feet'betweel the eurbllne and concrete pave
men. This COZ l:ttone gutter they desire to be
dispensed with and the concrete pavement ex-
tended each side Of the street to the curbstone
instead, atiording more room for q roadway.
Lieutenant Hoxie was called in, and the matter
discussed freely. Lieutenant Hoxie stated that
the nature Of that concrete was not suitable for
gutter, and he would not advise II, and that the
pavement as being laid down on this street would
cetainly not be accepted, unless the contractor
adhered to the terms Of the contract. At all
events the material used is not suitable for q
gutter. No action could be taken at present, as
the contract has not been carried out The dele
Rntion then retired.
National Republican., 1875-07-22
Mr.. Iarhoa. thu connar.

In the report Of an Interview between the Board
Of Health and the coopers OF Georgetown, state.
ment made Of the time by:Mr. Bremmermar was
published in The REPUBLICAN. In the said state.
ment Mr.. b. referred 10 and repeated certain re.
marks alleged 10 have boen made BY Mr., Jarboo.
IN regard 10 the use and sale OF sseond. hand bar
rele and which that gentleman thinke piaoa hisn
IN bad light with bis customers, the miiiers. Al
the time OF the Interview, Mr., JRrboe was ab,eni
from the city, and he desires II stated that ths re-
% and hope u Will satisfy both him and his Gus.
TONERS,
National Republican., 1875-07-22

At o hostelry In Lancashire, not long since,
several men were assembled, and among them
sinker, named Roscoe. During the evening the
eonyersation turned upon what Is called "cruci-
nxion, which means mailing mans ears 70 the
door for some such valuable consideration rs pot
Of beer. Roscoe, who was in the humor for
amusement, consented to have his ears nailed to
the door, with the additional provision that he
was to drink pot ofale while In that situation.
He said that the ordeal was nothing to him, but
he wanted TO know whether IL wasn't hard 10
drinking II all, however, and his ears were then
National Republican., 1875-07-22
Can 1t be Avoided?

To the Editor Of the National Republican:
SIR: Cannot some means be devised to prevent
our streets from being bespsttered with the tar
mixture used as op-drsssing in laying carriage
ways? AS 1t is, ladies' dresses are spoiled in
walking the street crossings, and the number Of
carpets destroyed by what adheres to the shoes
of pedestrians can hardly be estimated. In some
cities the contractors are required to use carts
made so that there can be no drip.
A SUFFERER.