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Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1876-01-15


SELECTING SnK.--In choosing silk,
especially OF foreign manufacture, se-
lect soft fabric in preference to sne
that may be heavier and sitter; the for
mer may not at first present so elegant
an appearance, but it will wear much
the best. The stiff silks soon crack,
become "shiny" and-shabby, as they
owe their superior weight and body to
a ficticious substance, (gum, for exam
ple,) introduced in the manufacture.
A good light is required for silk coun-
ter, and the intelligent purchaser looks
at the eyenness with which the silk is
woven, as we'll as the excellence of col
or. Imported silks are more subject to
stripes OF unevenness in the weaving
than those of home make, because the
former are woven by hand, while the
latter are wrought by the unerring corr
rectness of machinery.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1876-01-15
NEw York, Dec. 8, 1876.

The BENEFITS TO .MARRy.--t is again
rumored that young Bennett, owner of
the New York Herald, is to marry soon.
The lady in the case is Miss Yznaga
Del Valle, daughter of Spanish mer-
chant for many years a resident of Buff
falo. She has been called the most
beautiful lady in America, and is greatly
admired in society here and in Europe,
and has ever been the centre of charm
ing circle of friends. Mr.. Bennett il
certainly most eligible gentleman for
husband. His yearly income is about
$780, 900; he has his yacht. his four in
hand, town house on Fifth Avenue,
country-house at Newport and Fort
Washington, cottage at Brighton,
England, twenty blooded horses in his,
stable, and q newspaper. He belongs
to half dozen clubs, and is very gen
erous with his money. Mr.. Bennett
and sister, Miss Jeanette. ara all that
are left of the Scotch Bennetts of New
York, and rumor has already named o
husband for Miss Bennett, who lives
with her brother at the family mansion.
No. 25 Fifth Avenue. eaa-ts q E
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1876-01-15
ADoRNMENT OF HoME.-Money whicl

ADoRNMENr OF HoME.-Money which
goes to buy picture, statuette, or
tasteful bracket for home adornment is
wisely spent. If young people, just
commencing life, after they have Sc
cured the few pieces of furniture that
must he had, and made sure that they
are what they ought to be, have some
money left to get picture, an engrav-
ing, or cast, they ought to work to
supply this want as seriously as the
other, which seems more necessary,
but in reality is not bit more neces-
sary. The general character of home
will make great difference to the
children who grow up in it, and to all
whose experience is associated with it,
whether it be beautiful and cheerful
one, or only a homely and bare one, or
a merely formal and conventional one.
The relation of these things to educa-
ton is all that gives dignity or poetry
to the subject, or makes it allowable
for reasonable man to give much
thought to it. But it has real rela-
ton to life and plays an important part
in education, and deserves to be thought
about great deal more than it is.
Seeming triaes like this make life eth
or happy or miserable. t.
National Republican., 1876-04-08
TRIAL OF WILLIAM &. OTTMAN.
The Argument Not Concluded.

The trial of VIM. H. Ottman was continued
yesterday in the Criminal court, Judge Olin.
Mr.. Wilson resumed his argument fer the
prosecution, and occupied an hour.
The court then ordered q recess Of twenty-five
minutes.
On reassemblinF, Mr.. Merrick opened the
argument for the defense. During his address TO
the Jury he read the prayers that had bsen pre-
viously offered, and commented upon them.
These prayers were published in Thursday g
NATIONAL REPUBLICAN,, but mum Der Of errors
occurring in the one known as No. 2, it is repub.
lshed, as follows:
To find a verdict Of guilty against the defend
ant on the Indictment charging him with receiv-
described in said Indictment, knowing the same
TO have been stolen, 1t is necessary that they
should be satisfied beyond a reasonable doubt
that the evidence establishes the following
propositions of facts viz:
l. That Benjamin b. Halleck stole the money
or notes described In the Indictment.
2. That Ottman received said money or notes
from Benz amin b. Halleck.
3. That Ottmsn knew said money or notes had
been stolen when he received the same.
And II the Jury have reasonable doubt as to
any one OF said propositions, then they must ind
verdict of not guilty on said Indictment.
The .ollowing additional prayer WAS also sub
mitted:
where a party is charged with having received
from particular person, named in the fndict-
ment, certain money or goods, knowing the same
to have been stolen, the fact that such goods or
money are shown to be in the possession Of de-
fendant, If the jury should SO nd the facts to be-
raises no presumption that he received such
named In the Indictment as the person from whom
he did receive them.
Mr. Merrick concluded his argument at $50
O'Clock, and ex-senator Carpenter being indis;
posed and unable to proceed, the court adjourned
until 10 a. m. to-day.
National Republican., 1876-04-08
cOLORED SCHOOLS.
Third District Pupils, Clncarl

The musical and literary entertainment given
last night by the pupils attending Grammar
school No. 4, Lincoln building, Miss H. A. Sim.
mons, teacher, was we'll attended by their parents
and frienes. The selections were we'll adapted
to the occasion, and were acceptably rendered.
The tableaus, under the charge Of Mr. Hunter,
added materially to the evenings entertainment,
as did also the playing Of the Misses jackson
and MeEsrs. Fleet and AIston. The pupils ex.
erted themselves to make the occasion pleasant
and agreeable, and judging from the kind expres.
sions Of those present they have reason TO feel
satisfieds with their effort. The proceeds 20
towards paying for the piano used BY the school.
and which is now the property Of the pupils at.
tending the Lincoln building, they having by the
concerts given by them paid for 1t In full. Trus-
tee johnson was present, and at the close of the
exercises thanked those present for their en-
couragement given the pupils, and congratulated
the teachers and scholars upon the success which
had attended their efforts in securing a musical
instrument for their school.
National Republican., 1876-04-08
Hf nnmIrfnts Ro{r

The energetic folks Of st. DominIc's parish are
making extensive preparations for Their fair.
which will be held a. Old Fellows hall,
commencing on Monday, April Il. Considering
the magnificent temple they have erected In
South Washington the citizens generally should
lend their assistance TO the enterprise. A number
of valuable articles have been donated and viii
be raffied or offered for sale In the fair room.
II is also proposed to open polls at which the
citizens of the District will have their only op-
Dorivpity to sZegSiss the right Of suffrage in cast
ing their ballots for the most popular Candidates
seeking nomination at Cincinnati and ST, L9nis
for th9 Presidency.
An elegant American fl isg will be awarded to
ms society the greatest number Of votes
Otoer attractions viii be presented which Will
make the fair an interest and pleasant nlacs 10
pass an evening, and It is hoped that the ladies
who have kindly volunteered to undertake tpe
cess the worthy object deserves.
National Republican., 1876-04-08
FOUND DROWNED.
A Man Who DISAPPEARED a Month Ag


About1O o'clock yesterday morning as Sergeant
Huntington and Officer Dyer were crossing the
bridge over the canal, near the corner of First
and N streets southwest, they discovered the
body of a man floating in the water, and procur
ing boat hauled the body to the shore. The
appearances indicated that the body had been
lying in the water for some time. The body was
soon identified as that OF a young Swiss named
Joseph Misteli, who disappeared last March.
Misteli was young butcher, about twenty. four
years of age and for the greater part the three
years that be has been In this country has beeu
in the employ of Chris. Fliecker, at the Point
near the southern terminus of First street He
was last seen by bis friends on the evening of
March 4, at which time he went up into the city
1t is supposed that when he returned towards
home, later in the night, he missed his footing on
the canal bank and Tell in. Immediately after
his disappearance steps were taken to ascertain
his whereabouts, but he was not heard from until
yesterday. The body was recognized by the
clothing and a watch which he wore at the time
OF his death. Mr.. John Hitz, the Consul General
learn OF the missing man. was notit ed and iden.
titled the body. Coroner Patterson was informed
of the circumstances, and after viewing the body
deemed It unnecessary to hold an inquest st the
time, and the remains were removed to Burg.
DORIS undertaking establishment to be prepared
for burial. Misten had no immediate relatives
in this country, was unmarried, and came from an
excellent family in Switzerland.
National Republican., 1876-04-08
CaBl,k ELASHES.

LONDON, April THE betting on the boat
race is low 81 to In favor Of the Cambridge.
VERSAILLES, April The Chamber OF Depu
ties has annulled the.election Of II. De Boigne
Bonapartist. So
LONDON, April The Fell Nall GG=etfs's Co
penhagen special sayt: Explanations are now
progressing between Berlin and Copenhagen
with a view to arrive at a satisfactory basis fol
settling the North SlesWiek question.
VERSAILLES, April The Chamber Of Dep
uties has snnulled the election of MN. Boyer
and Chesnelborg, Legrtimists. The committee
on the amnesty proposals has refused TO report
in favor of any amnesty whatever, but has de-
cided to recommend that the Government dis.
play clemency.
RAGUsA, April THE insurgsnt. leaders have
Informed Baron Rodich of the conditions on
terms include the withdrawal Of all Turkish
troops except six small gsrrisons, which shall be
placed uncer the supervision of Russian and
Austrian inspectors. They also require the dis.
armament Of the Mahometans and guarantees
from the Powers.
LONDON, April s.-A special dispatch to the
Times from Venice reports that Baron Rodick
demanded that the Insurgents should disarm, as
preliminary condition. This the chiefs refused
Insurgents returned to the mountains and the
Baron to Ragusa. The HerZegovinians will
probably renounce the armistice and resume hos.
Utilities, UeCduso tUo 1uTkb H8Eo NlOibtou Luc
armistice by concentrating troops at Trebinje tc
attack the Sultanns. -. e-s --~'
CAIRO, April The Khedive has not yet &C
cepted the proposal Of the French fnanciers
who offer to take smaller amount of the pro
posed new loan than the Khediye demanded. II
IL rumored that II the French combination for
the conversion Of the Egyptian floating debt
reach po definite arrangements by the 10th In
slant the payment Of the treasury bonds then
cue will be postponed. 1t is stated that q coun
ell of ministers has decided to postpone for three
months the payment of the bonds Of the floating
debt due in April and May to allow time for .
definite arrangement Of the finances Of the
country. Hss
LONDON, Aprills-The Standards Vienna dis
patch says that during the truce In Herzegovina
me Turks concentrated twenty. five battalions
near Trebipie and received two shiploads of re
Inducements. A dispatch Of the Russian telc
graphic agency, reviewing the situation, repre-
rents that the northern part Of Herzegovina
which had been quiet for some time, is now IN
full insurrectIon, and the whole of Bosnia is ir
revolt. Turkey was never SO seriously threat
ened as by this rebellion. Should the greai
Powers change their attitude toward Turkey
the Porte will only have its own inactivity tc
National Republican., 1876-04-08
Ohio Republican Campaign clut.

Last night a number OF the members of the
Ohio Republican Campaign Club held meeting
al onzaga hall. Mr.. F. L. Campbell vice presi.
dent, tlled the chair and Mr.. A. II. Pettboue
acted as secretary. After the opening of the
meeting, Mr.. Frost, delegate to the late State
convention, made his report, in which he said
that Governor Hayes seemed to be the choice of
the convention for President, but that there was
strong undercurrent in favor Of Secretary Bris-
tow. He also stated that Senator Sherman was
not refused admission to the convention, as had
been asserted by the New York papers, but, In
accordance with his wishes, he was allowed to
withdraw, On a motion of Senator Burnes
Judge Styles offered the following resolutions;
which were adopted
ReSolped, That we recommend Senators and
Representatives of the State Of Ohio in Congress
to use their best endeaTors for q speedy consider
alton Of the bill allowing arrears OF pensions to
those who, from unavoidable causes were unable
to comply with the requirements within five years
from date of discharge or death of husbands in
the case Of widoHs; and that we respectfully re-
quest the delegation in Congress from the
Buckeye State" to give the measure their undi.
Tided and earnest support.
ResolUed. That an attestated copy of the resolu-
tons set forth be forwarded by the secretary Of his
association to the Senators and Representatives,
IN Congress.
Adjourned.
National Republican., 1876-04-08
CATARRH.
Deafness and Affection Of the Lungs Cured.
Certificate from Mr.. ]. Henry CARROLL

Deafness and Affection Of the Lungs Cured.
Certificate from Mr.. ]. Henry CARROLL
WARRINGTON, d. O., Feb. Is, 1876.
My attention having been attracted to q testi-
monial from Rev. Mr.. Domer, tho distinsuished
pastor of the English Lutheran church. Eleventh
and H streets, this city, certifying to the remark
able cure Of an affection of the ear by DR.. Hart
ley, concluded to try the doctors skim in case
Of catarrh of very aggravated form, from which I
had sunered for many years past, which had seri-
ously impaired my hearing and developed every
symptom OF consumption. lam happy to state that
DIR. Hartley had effected q complete and radical
cure, removing every vestage Of catarrh deafness
and affection Of the lungs, and / am now as
healthy and can hear as perfectly as al any
former period Of my life. DR.. Hartiey's rem ark
able success In my case justifes this Testimonial
and ne has my best thanks, with more sub.
stantial evidence Of my appreciation.
]. HENRY CARROLL,
SEQ Ninth street northwest
From the Rev. Cyrus q. Fay, IoIG Eighth street
northwest, Washington, d. c.
have pleasure in adding another testimonial
70 the many already given to the skill Of Dr.
hartley In the treatment Of deafness, BENEFITS
received In tho line Of his profession by myself
and members Of my family prompt me 10 ma he
this unsolicited scknowledg ment.
CYRUS H. FAY.
Once and residence OF DR.. Hartley. eas E
street northwest, Washington, D. Q.
National Republican., 1876-04-08
Railroad Accldsnl Nsar Trsnton

PHILADELPHIA, April The $50 train from
keDsington depot toll night ran off the track near
Harrowgate lane. about four miles from this city,
The engine and one car were upset, badly damag.
ing both. The fireman, named Burke, was badly
injured snd the engineer slightly. Several pas.
lured. The employees were removed to the
Episcopal hospital for treatment and the passen-
gers taken to Treotop.
switch. Tho engine, tender, and front wheels of
the baggage car ran entirely OF the track and
the eng Inc was overturned. Both the engineer
and fireman were thrown from their places and
both were badly injured. Gibson Swank,e, of
this city, who was riding on the engine, was also
injured, but not seriously. The names of the
John Exier, ribs fractured, and James d. Ware
hands and face burned. They belonged to Tren.
National Republican., 1876-04-08
SnHnHiaA Party,

large party of the parishionsrs of the Israel
NJ. E. church repaired last night to the residence
OF their pastor, the Rev. Mr.. Mitchell, and hay
ing aroused the inmates, proceeded to unpsck
several baskets containing presents of various
kInds, which were presented to the reverend gen.
tlsman. They also loaded the table with
bOuntiful collation., which was INDUCED in by
those present. Speeches, recitations and music
eplivened and diversified the scene until a late
hour, when the company separated. The pastor
was much gratifed by these testimonials Of
esteem, regard and affection, while the mem bers
Of his congregation who participated greatly en-
joyed the night spent in this rational and bench.
cent manner,
National Republican., 1876-04-08
AMitsEMENTs.
CsYncross and Dixsy,


with their inimitable company Of ninstrels, drew
fine audience at the National las. night, and
preserted most entertaining p,Ssfamais. Mr.
Carncross, the leading vocalist of tho troups,
added new laurels to his skIll. won tame and was
rspturously received. "Love's Stratagem," a
new musical tketch original with this company,
is q wonderful success; there is nothing more
artistic or effective % .ks minstrel stage i. 10
troduees Gsrncross in his rendition Of "Sweet
Byeand- By e." which he sang charminsly, sided
by an tnvincible chorus. The company 10 one Of
great ability, and embraces some OF the best rep
resentattves Of minstrelry in the profession. "The
Grand Centennial Tsbleau" and "rhe lmpeach-
ment Trial" both new pieces, caused mucS
amusement. The latter, IN which HuRhey
DougheIty sustained the role Of the Judge,
evoked the hesrtiest applause. The entire per.
formance was excellent, one among the best We
ever witnessed. They will give but two moro
representations, matinee this afternoon and
closing with the evenings entertainment,
- Fords 0psrt -Youss,
Those who enjoy varie.y, entertainment given
by irst.clsss talent MI hsYe.a
.Sa e. 'n'm "a Monday evening next Of seeing
--ost combination Of genteel variety per.
Icrmers in America, under the immediate direc-
tion Of the renowned Tony Pastor.
Mr.. E. L. Southern
Will play Lord Dund reary" at the National
theatre on Monday evening next. "a word to the
wise is sufficient
National Republican., 1876-04-08
4 Valuable DiacovsYv.

Dr: 2. VI. Benson. practicing physician at LOG
north. Eutaw street, Baltimore, Nd, (who has
paid much attention to nervous diseases,) has
discovered that extract of celery and chamomile
combined, In certain proportion, Invariably
yous or sick headache, neuralgia and nervous
nets. This is 9 triumph In medical Chemistry,
BY mail. He prepares It in pills, at so cents nss
oox. The Doctor is largely known and highly re.
spected IN baltimore. These pills are sent, post
sale and retail druggists In Washington. aeorae-
town and Alexandria
National Republican., 1876-04-08
The Vetsrans' Association.

An association was organized last evening at
Bsier's hall under the name Of the National As
sUclati0n Of Regular Soldiers, U. S. A, who nave
received an honorable discharge, or who are still
in service. The association grew out Of 9 meeting
Of veterans who were enrolled in the regular
army before the late war, and who served in the
war. The original object Of organizing was tn
laAo some action towards procuring bounty iOr
the veterans Of that description. A constitution
was adopted last evening qualifying all regular
soldiers who have received honorable discharges
the bounty asked for, and to promote q fraternal
feeling. A permanent organization was effected
by electing Captain John A. Miller president
J. Loughrsn secretary, and Cornelius Ryan
National Republican., 1876-04-08
Whisky Frauds.

NEW YORK, April The grand jury of the
United States Circuit Court was engaged this
morning in the Investigation OF charges of Illicit
distilliDg made against various firmsof this city
engaged In the wholesale liquor and rectifying
business. The officers are reticept as to the
names Of tie accused firms or the precise nature
Of the charges against them, but It Is intimated
that the disclosures to be made after indictments
shall have been found will cause much astonish.
ment In business circles here. The Witnesses ex.
amfned this morning are from Chicago, and pro-
fess TO know very little about the cases. They
have been in this city several days aad are anx.
ious to return home
National Republican., 1876-04-08
SPAIN.

MADRID, April The offeiaI Gazette pub
lishes q. Royal order, maintaining the Fueras in
bubas, Vittoria, and San Sebastian. Delegates
from Royal deputations of these towns arc sum.
moned to appear in Madrid on the first day Of
May Afer consulting with them and with the
up and present 10 the Cortes q bill estabIIshinU o
constitutional unity in the Basque PROVINCES Gen,
Quesada will leave Madrid next week TO take
the North, "
National Republican., 1876-04-08
A supsrb New York HotsI.

New York correspondence
During the winter the Grand Central hotel
New York, has been reftted, refurnished and re.
decorated for the Centennial year. Besides the
recent additions In rich and elegant carpets, fur
niture the most exquisite decorations in fresco
work ever designed here now sdorn the walls,
ceilings and columns throughout the halls, par
lors, dining rooms and grand exchanges Of this
superb hotel.
The Grand Central readily accommodates !, 500
guests beneath its ample roof, Its table Is grog.
ing steady famous for Its excellence, and, urged
BY spirit Of liberal enterprise, which only Its
superior capacity 70 other hotels could Justify,
Will hx its rates for the Centennial year &C from
So to u per day.
National Republican., 1876-04-08
PERSONAL.

G6hooNhA
Hon. James @. Bls,se hss returned TO the e.ty.
JudRe o. A. Loehrane, Of Georgia, 10 st VIII
lard's.
The reportes death Of Hume, the silritualiss,
10 Eew contradicted.
BoSsAy, A pril Lord LJ ton, the new Gov
erner Genera Of India, arrived here to-day.
TRIxTos, ". J., lpril Lex Gov. Charles s.
oIdsn died early this msrning at Princeton.
LONDON, April Ibis Eminenee Msxinili,n
TsrnoeZy, Cardinal Archbishop Of Sailburg, Is
dead,
+ Aor. James B. Montgomery. Of Portland, Ore.
eop, ls in Washington for month or two, at VII.
lafd'f.
LONDON, April s-A Berlin dispatch TO the
Standard states that Prince GortschskoH will
accompany tie Emperor Alexander to Ems.
NEW York, April Twenty tive rooms and
psrlors have been engaged at .ds Filth. avenue
hotel for the Emperor ara Empress of Brazil
and suite.
The Prime Of Waits has accepted an invita-
tion OF tnS Corporation Of London to q dinner and
e.LI. to be given at the GuildhaI, in celebration
Of his return from India
TLouIsv1LLE, April IA report telegraphsd
tonight from WashinRton that Gen. Bristow has
determined to withdraw from the Cabinet is
pronounced false by the Secretary himself.
PARIS, April THE Earl of Derby, British
Minister of Foreign Affairs, has arrived in this
city. The MemoTicI Diplomdtique says salts
factory solution OF questions relative to Egypt
will doubtless be arrived at during Lord Derby 9
sojourn In Paris. a --s
LONDON, April The Daily Nst-s announces
that Mr.. Japling, British superintendent In the
section of fne arts Of the Centennial Exhibition,
sailed yesterday for Philadelphia in the steamer
Indiana, with the final consignment Of pictures
by English artists.
PHILADELPHIA, April 7.-Secretsry Robson
has been here since yesterday, and his presence
Is supposed to have reference to the Investigation
of alleged irregularities in League Island navy
Affairs will commence operations here tomorrow
morning, rumor to that effect having gained
credence.
JACK Wharton, edjutant general Of Louisiana,
has arrived in town TO represent the political In.
terests of the Pelican State. The gay and jovlsl
soldier. .ststesmsn brip gs good news Of Governor
KELLOGG, upon whose staff he has long been the
connecting link between the o and B-oldest and
best citizens-and the X. B.'s-carpet bas gers.
Colonel Wharton also states in fearful. tuneful
ing from his post this winter is detained by stress
OF weather In Texas. The river havng risen above
the danger line makes the walking bad, and the
Red snapper of the Gulf has urgent reasons OF
public and private policy for not patroniZing the
soulless, Rrssping railway corporations which
have recently, in spirit OF avarice, hung out a
sordid banner, emblaZone mo fare, no seat!''
Colonel Dchiltree therefore remains among his
steers and loving herds.
National Republican., 1876-04-08

Vegetine is Sold by all Druggists.
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