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National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-22
COLONEL MAeR1DER's ACCOUNTS.

His Suit Against the District an Effort to OBJ
tain an Equitable Adjustment OF his Ac-
counts.
The following letter from the late treasurer OF
the Board of Public Works is proper and credit
able explanation Of the reasons for the Institution
of his recent suit against the District:
WASHINGTON, D. c., Sept. q, 1875.
To the Editor nT rhe National Republican:
SIR: In your paper of this morning is an article
purporting to be report of the board OF audit as
to the state of my accounts as treasurer Of the
Board Of Public Works, claiming that am in
debted to the District. IhaVe had no opportunity
ofexamining the accounts, as stated by said
board, although have frequently asked to be
allowed to do so. claim that there is due me on
settlement a considerable amount OF money, and
1 learn that credits to which l am entitled have
not been given.
About fifteen months ago 1 turned over to the
board of audit, at their request, without intend
ing to waive any rights, all the books and vouch-
ers In my office, and 1 have waited patiently,
during the scandalOus publications and abuse
heaped upon me, for a statement Of my accounts.
Despairing Of a proper settlement, after SO long
delay, and In consultation with legal counsel,
Of audit had ceased as far as my accounts were
concerned, ! determined to institute q suit in the
court, which is the only proper tribunal for set
Element.
MY books and vouchers have been handled Oy
numerous persons ! have no idea with what
have been charged or credited. and believe the
only way to obtain q fair and Just settlement OF
my accounts is through the courts. My suit is
instituted; my accounts must, therefore be fully
and fairly examined by the proper tribunal, and
no report Of the board Of audit can deprive me OF
my rights, nor will just public accept the find.
iDgs of the board Of audit some OF its clerks or
employees made in my absence, as in any respect
proper or conclusive. The proper court VIII do
Justice. To 1t have appealed.
Yours, respectfully, JAMES A. MAeRUDER.
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PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
Better Accommodations Needed.

WASHINGTON, d. c., Sept. %, 1875,
To the Editor of the National Republican:
SIR: VIII you allow me a small space in your
columns, in which have frequently noticed the
communications Of those who write to advocate
some reforms, to inquire Of these Of your readers
who are interested in the success of the school
taught in the Thirteenth-street Babtist church
by Miss CLARK, why this school is not provided
with more commodiousa and healthy roomf {.
In the one now occupied by the school, which is
very low and dark, having but one window, and
consequently little or no ventilation, there fare
crowded about seventy scholars, who fill not only
the original benches, but nearly every other
available space in the room. On entering the
room from without one Immediately notices the
impurity Of the air, which is, at first, really OPP
pressive, and must be extremely injurious to the
both the scholars and the teacher, than whom, by
the way 1t Is said, there is no better in Washing
ton. And IL she has ea-ned the reputation in
such school-room, 1 think she must certainly be
deserving oft.
Though not personally interested in this school
more than in any other, have heard these com
plants made by those who are, and on visiting
the school my attention was again more forcibly
directed to the subject. ! deem 1t my duty, as
friend OF education, and especially Of the public
schools Of Washington, which are generally so
worthy Of the enviable reputation they have OBJ
tanned, to make this plea in their behalf
Hoping that our very efficient school authorities
will speedily investigate this subject and make
the necessary reform, remain, as ever, yours
truly. x.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-22
The Emperor Bell and its Strange History

letter from Cologne gives an account Of tune
cloche qui boude."sTho sulky bell is the one
which Master Hamm was ordered to cast after
the war for the Cathedral OF Cologne. It was to
be called the Emperors bill, and the military
authorities made over to the founder twenty-five
bronze guns captured from the French. Some Of
these pieces were taken In the seventeenth GEN.
tury, and were selected SO that the bronze which
had probably served to ravage.the Palatinate
should be forced to celebrate the power and glory
Of the German Empire. "To such length" OBJ
|. their hatred and secular malice" Master Hamm
flung no less than fifty thousand pounds OF bronze
into the furnace, but for want OF proper precau-
tion the mold was broken. A second attempt
succeeded better, but still the bell was very de-
fec.iye, and It had a false sound. A third effort
was made, and this time the bell was properly
cast and was accepted by the experts.
There is o long description OF how this monster
was raised to its present position, and the incrip
tion It bears-one, 81 am called the Emperor's
bell, and sound his praise. am placed In q
holy tower, and demand peace for the German
empire and force to defend ITSELF May God grant
both 20 On the 18th Of July the tongue OF the
great bell was duly attached and thirty five leu
tons set The ponderous mass in motion, but alas J
It uttered no sound; the tongue moved, but did
not strike the bell. Several new attempts have
been made, and upon one occasion only has o
sound been elicited-''a sound deep and low like
are apparently convinced that the bell will re-
main mute until Germany has ceased to persecute
the Church, and good souls state that even French
bronze is so patriotic that It refuses to ring out
the praises Of the German empeIo: and peal over
the Palatinate the disasters Of France.
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Trouble Between President Monroe and
Crawford, Of Georgia.

In the seventh volume Of the Memoirs Of John
Quincy Adams there is acurious account Of what
came near being physical battle between Presi-
dent Monroe and Crawford, his Secretary Of the
Treasury. Crawford was, We believe, q man Of
gigantic stature. Mr.. Adams heard OF this and
asked Southland II he knew anything about 1t.
HHe said yes; that one day last winter, on
coming here on business, he found Mr.. Monroe
walking to and fro across the room In great
agitation; that he told him Crawford had LETT
him; he had come to him concerning the nomina-
ton of certain officers Of the customs In the
Northern ports; that Crawford recommended the
nominations Of several persons against whom Mr..
Monroe expressed several objections; that Mr..
Crawford at last rose in irritation, gathered the
papers together, and said, petulantly, We'll, II
you will not appoint the persons wen qualified
for the places tell me whom you will appoint, that
may get rid Of their importunlties7' Mr.. Mon
roe replied with great warmth. saying that he
considered Crawiord's language as extremely
improper and unsuitable to the relations between
them; when Crawford, turning to him, raised his
cane as In an attitude to strike, and said, you
- Internal old scoundrelr Mr.. Monroe seized
the tongs at the fireplace for selEdefense, ap
piled q retaliatory epithet to Crawford, and told
him he would Immediately ring for servants him
self and turn him out Of the house; upon which
Crawford, beginning TO recover himself, said 'he
did not intend, and had not intended to insul,
him, and len the house. They never met after
Wards,n
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Scenes on Rock Creek

1t is o subject Of general remark that the sur
roundings Of the National Metropolis present q
panorama Of the most beautiful and romantic
scenery so diversified and full of fine effects as to
be an inexhaustible field for artists and amateurs.
The Rock creek windings, especially, are sacred
to lovers OF art who cannot fall to find inspiration
among the picturesque scenes which dame ma
ture SO layishIy displays at every turn. 1t must
be matter of deep regret to all students Of ma
ture, and indeed to everybody who appreciates
the extraordinary loneliness OF this natural park
60 near our city, that the and Quarrying chisel
are rapidly maring its rare beauties, and Will In
time despoil It Of most Of It's attractions In any
other country this wanton destruction would not
be permitted; why should It be 30 in sight OF the
dome Of our Capitol? II Is due to the country, as
well as to this beautiful metropolis, which Is
destined to become In the near future the centre
Of American art and culture, that at least Q por-
tion Of this picturesque locality be purchased by
the Government and secured from further injury.
Surely we cannot afford to lose Il.
Dropping into the studio OF Max Weyl the other
day we found upon his easel fine picture OF one
Of the most beautiful spots on the creek, which
exhibits in q remarkable degree his happy faculty
OF selection. The subject 10 treated with rare
skill, and adds another laurel to the talents and
industry of this rising artist. In tone and color
and general truthfulness Il is probably the best
effort that has yet come from his hands, and
speaks well for his future success. We hope soon
to see Il on exhibition, where We feel sure its
merits will not fail to be appreciated.
Do NOT fail to see the display at A. SAKs &
Co.'s on Saturday next.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-22
ST. MATTHEW'S DAY.

Imposing Ceremonies at St. Matthew's Church.
Yesterday was the occasion Of imposing cere-
monies at st. Matthew's church, in honor Of the
patron saint of the Church. In the morning Pom
tiical High Mass was celebrated by the Right
Rev. Bishop Becker, Of Wilmington, Delaware,
assisted by Father Hesly, presdent!of the George
town College; Fathers Boyle, McCarty, BruIllet,
DeWolf, McNally and others.
Father Keene acted as master OF ceremonies.
The performance Of music was OF an uncommon
quality. Every selection was exquistely rem
who takes great interest In his choir, and who
yesterday led the singing, has added several fine
voices, and with his most excellent taste promises
the best music in the city. Under the new ar
rangement 1t is expected that Mr.. Valentine
Caulheld will be the organist.
At the services yesterday DR.. ]. p. Caulfeld
presided at the organ.
Among the thirty voices Of the choir there may
be mentioned: Soprani, Madame Cecilia Smith,
Mrs. Kaylor and Mrs. King; alti, Mrs. Newton
and Mrs. Callum; tenor, hessrs. Noyes and King;
bsssi, Messrs. Cannon, Blois and Miller. At the
morning service selections from Haydn's Mass No.
l were sung, and MoEart's Gandeamus, qusrtette.
At the clese Of the ceremonies DIR. Oaulfeld per-
formed upon the organ Handers Grand Alleluls
Chorus
Bishop Becker preached in the evening. The
singing consisted Of q Psalm by male Voices
"Sslye Regina;" soprano colo, "Magnifcat," by
Mrs. Smith; duet tenor and bass, 80, Salutsris,"
Messrs. Noyes and Cannon; trio, "Tantum Ergo"
Madame Smith and Messrs. Noyes and Cannon.
Do NOT fail to see the display at A. SAKs
Co.'s on Saturday next.
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WASHINGTON sCHUErzEE VERE1N.
sersnads and Crownins of the King.

Last evening the members Of the Washington
SchuetZen Verein assembled at the Sangerbuud
hail, on E street, for the purpose Of holding q
meeting for the election Of officers for the ensuing
year, and formally GROWING the king of the last
fest, Mr.. George q. Walker. There was q short
meeting of the Verein at the hall, at which Mr..
VIM. Helmus presided.
After nsidernble debate it was dDcided TO
postpone The election Of officers until next Tues
day evening, and the following gentlemen were
appointed as a nominating COMMITTEES: Messrs.
Beha, AnEermap, Seufferle, EbeI, Fendner
Young, GochIer, Sprohs and Won der Heide.
After the meeting the members OF the Vereln,
about seventy-hye in number, were formed in
line, and, headed by the Marine band, proceeded
along E street TO Seventh, thence to d, along d
street TO Pennsylvania avenue. and up as far as
Ih it b, street They then marched TO the
between Twelfth and Thirteenth After a sere-
made Of few selections Mr.. Walker appeared at
Ine 1SV ~ tT5 #as Welcomed y three cheers, pro-
John L Eogt.
Mr.. Walker then advanced aud welcomed his
guests tS the klBge serena5e. He hoped he said
that II was not the last serenade that the Wasb
ington Scbuetzen Verein would have occasion 10
years to come; that whoever might be their Finyy
they would stand BY the work that had been con-
meneed ten years ago.
He expressed further hopes that those who fol.
lowed might prosper in the same degree as the
present members had during the past years He
proposed, in concluding, three cheers for the
washington Herein, which were given with q
Fusto; EiteE which Mr., Walter invited G.s guests
In to the house
In the garden in the rear OF Mr. Walkers resi-.
dence had been spread q bountiful repast, TO
which the members of the Verein were Invited.
AT the conclusion Of the banquet the president,
M: Eogt, after few happy and appropriate
LemaIks IN German, placed upon Mr.. Walkers
DroH crown OF dahlas and tube roses culled
NJ wsIEar A aae garden.
was borrowed n speaking by Mr.. Simon Wolf Mr..
Hogt ana others. After other festivities the
pleasant gathering was broken up each member
having extended Congratulations and EXPRESSED
the best Of wishes for their host, the king.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-22
THE COURTS.
Criminal Court-Judgo Macarthur.

Criminal Court-yudge Macarthur.
This court was engaged as follows yesterday:
Philip Feltz plead guilty Of grand larceny and
of obtaining money under false pretences. SEN
tence in each case was postponed.
NUISANCE CASE.
John Qunlan, indicted for nuisance. In this
case Michael Sweeny, q. B. Furvis and Eliza Pur-
Wis were sworn and testified concerning the con-
dition Of the slaughter-house Of the defendant,
on Eighth street, near Boundary. The jury re-
turned q verdict Of not guilty.
Patrick Quill was acquitted on the charge Of
hindering an inspector of the Board Of Health In
the discharge OF his duties.
Henry Kengla was convicted Of maintaining q
nuisance by stagnant water on Lis premises in
Georgetown.
CASES TO-DAY.
The following cases are fixed for trial to-day I:
John Pepper, Georgianna Taylor, A. DIETRICH,
r. Dent and H. Williams, John CLARK, John
Warner, Fleming Christian, Guy H. Thompson,
Peter Harvey, and F. A. Jacobs. Adjourned.
Special Term-Judge elm.
This court was engaged as follows yesterday:
Schneider VS.. Schneider. Decree for settlement
of account.
Dudley vs.. Dudley. Decree taking bill for con-
fessed and of reference to examiner.
johnson vs.. johnson, Decree taking bill for
confessed,
DeVaughn w. Devaughn. Decree substituting
NJ. Thompson as trustee.
A number Of interlocutory orders were entered.
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OITY ITEMS.


FALL ovERooATs.
English Worsted Frocks and Vests to Match.
Business suits In Cutswsys, d. B. Frocks and
Young Mems suits for Dress or Business.
Boys suits for School or Dress.
Boys, Knee Pants, separate from Jackets.
Fall Underwear for Men and Boys.
NOAH WALKER Co.,
e25 Penn avenue.
EVERY MERCHANT
who keeps Belding Bros. 10. Machine Twist Is
Satisfied from the Increase In his sales that IL IL
the best,
DIAMONDS on children are 9 vulgar display.
but Natures Beautifier removes their freckles
and is decided improvement
CALIFORNIA LADIES 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
had Of all Druggists.
POVERTY Is BAD, but the worst kind Of poverty
ls poverty Of the blood; this makes man 'poor
indeed, for It takes away his strength, courage,
and energy; but enrich the blood with its vital
proto1ide Of iron), and you viii feel rich and "ss
good as anybody" Tryit.
$40 TO $1,000
invested IN STOCKS and Gold pays 100 Per cent.
month. Send fer particulars. Tumbridge o.,
Bankers, 2 Wall street, New York
THURsror's IVORY PRARL Tooth POWDER
used daily Will keep the teeth clean, white and
sound, the gums healthy and the breath sweet.
Twenty-Five and fifty cents per bottle.
JouvKN's NOTORIOUS KID-GLovR OLzAHzn
VIII renoyate soiled gloves thoroughly end
quickly. Twenty-Five cents per bottle.
THoMPsoS's PonADE OPTIHz IL equal to the
best French, and but half the price. Twenty i've
and fifty CENTS per bottle.
WELLS STRKNeTHKNIHa PLAsTHRsl are sths
very best. All sold BY druggists.
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CHALLENGE CUP.
The Contest To-Day. Teams. &c.

Inc contest To-Day, TeamsJ &c.
The long looked-for and talked-of rife match
will take place this afternoon at the Schuetzen
Park. Each company seems confident that their
team Will win, and the contest will no doubt be
close and spirited Both teams shoot remarkably
well, and good score is expected. Hon. Q. O.
Cox will deliver the presentation address at
O'Clock p. m. The teams are as follows Company
A, Miller, captain; Degges, Ross, Mari and
Beucinot. Company B, Leins, captain: Kahlhert,
Coster, Harrison and Mckenzie. Extra, McFad.
den and SchooltZ. Everybody is going, and the
assemblage Will no doubt be very large.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-22
Grand Opening Day.

We take pleasure in announcing our "Grand
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
dren's garments ever shown 10 the District of
Columbia. Four floors will be brilliantly flluuI.
mated and decorated, and all the goods placed in
such a manner as TO enable visitors 70 see the
style at o glance. We cordially invite the public
20 call. We shall not send circulars to any one,
and ask the public to call without further notice.
A. SAKs & Co., SO Seventh street.
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Marriage Licenses,

The following licenses were issued yesterday
Grandson Luck and Harriet Moore, VIM. Cole
man and Mary Ann Schweitzer, James H. Perry
and Lucretia Bloxom, Isaac Y. Pinkney and Kate
Watson, VIM. Taylor and Hannah Hall, NJ. Q uirk
and Sarah Mcpherson, W. p. Miller and Mary
T. Darley 4. J. Bache and Clara A. Smith, Or.
lando Krlgbaum and EIIzabeth K. Fenton.
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SMITHSONIAN GROUNDS.

HusIC Uy ING MaIIu6 baHu'
The Marine band will render the following pro
gramme at the Smithsonian grounds this after
noon: !. National air; 2. March, Reeves; 3. Over
ture, Brassem Of Preston, Adam; 4. Chorus
Trovatore, Verdi; 5. Waltz, ArdIta, Ardita; O.
Selection. Trsviata, Verdi; !. Medley. Madame
AngOt, Leeoeq; s. Fantasia, RingIeben; Q. Sc
lections from L'Africaine, Meyerbeer; 10. Ms
ofr
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Mako Yourself Comfortable.

BY calling at the new store OF Messrs. Taylor &
Young, 40 Ninth street northwest, and getting
one Of their beautiful new style heating stoves.
Housekeepers should remember that an old stove
eats IN more fuel in winter than new one costs.
Good meals and comfortable roomscan be assured
by buying q new stove Of this enterprislng firm.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1875-09-22
POLICE COURT.
a Kew Assistant Clerk Apuointed.

a NC" AsslsLAuL Olerk appointed
Yesterday morning Judge Smell appointed Jus
tice W. q. Harper as deputy clerk Of the Police
Court, vice Mr.. b. F. Leighton, resigned The
apI ointee is an old and we'll known citizen
and magistrate, possessing the confidence Of the
public, familiar with court duty, honest and every
way capable Of discharging the business Incl lent
to the office, and the appointment viii give gen
aral satfgiaction
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Handsome Chandeliers.

Builders and parties just refurnishIng houses
are advised to call at the establishment Of Messrs.
NJ W. Gait, Bro. & Co., and examine their stock
Of crystal chandeliers, which they import them
selves and are selling at very low prices. These
chandeliers are not only elegant, but real orna-
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Fall 0yercoat6,

left from last season, some Of then slightly dam.
aged, am closing out az great reduction on for
mer prices. Some S12coats marked down to %, and
the whole stock has been marked at prices that
will insure rapid sales.
GEO. q. HENNIHG,
40 Seventh street
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By Duncanson Bros:
At o'clock, parts Of lots 0, = and s, In square
No. SOL.
BY Thomas Bowling:
At4 o'clock very desirable improved property
on the west side OF Twenty second street, near II
street northwest.
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Our as suits to order equal to suits m ade gene
ralIv AZ HlO EIsKMAN Bros,
Corner Seventh and streets.
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CAPITOL SEMINARY,
~ 2H A Street, Southeast
CAPITOL HILL, WASHINGTON, d. G.
Boarding and Day School for Young Ladies', Girls
and Small Boys.
Mrs. LOUISE z. DEANE, II. Z. L., Prof. WIN. NJ.
MIRICK, Principals.
Miss +. A. Lacy, Assistant Teacher; Prof. W.
NJ. MiricK, Teacher of Music, Mathematics, and
Latin Prof. z. Il. Weidmayer, Teacher Of French,
German and Italian Miss 3. p. Abel, Teacher OF
Penmanship, Drawing, Head Crayons, Pastel,
Painting In OIL and Water COlors, Wax Flowers,
Embroidery and Fancy Work.
This school viii commence Its second term
Wednesday Sept. 1, 1875, to continue forty weeks,
References and terms on circulars at Seminary,
Ellis music store and Parker's book store. Maps,
globes library, charts, and all the facilities OF
thorough practical education. Rooms commedious,
welI-warmed and thoroughly ventilated, grounds
large, location and surroundings beautiful. Both
line Of cars pass within one square Of Seminary.
Rooms and grounds now ready for the inspection Of
parents and guardians. Pupils under the
care of q teacher will visit during the term
the many places of interest in he city and
District, and TINS gain much historical and scien
fc knowledge. BY special permission we refer
Mr.. VIM. j. Murtagh. au25tuthst-1m. 8
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Till GUARDIANS OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH
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Do NOT fail to see the display at A. sAks 8
Co.'s on Saturday next.
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TIE REPUBLICAN, book and job department is
one of the very best appointed printing estab-
iishments in the country. 1t would be we'll for
LAWYERS and other professional men, as well as
our business men in general, to bear 1t in mind.