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National Republican., 1877-02-14
Blue GLASS CURES.
Some Of General Pleasanton's Remarkable
and Amusing Experiments.
IFrom the Chicago Tribune.l

Some Of General Pleasanton's Remarkable
and Amusing Experiments.
[From the Chicago Tribune.1
Two old friends Of General Pleasanton
were afflicted with rheumatism In the forearms,
from their elbow joints to their finger ends, so
severe at times that they were unable to hold
pens They obtained piece Of blue glass and
set It up loosely in ono OF their windows. For
three days they barred their arms and hold them
in the associated blue and sunlight for thirty
minutes. Each day brought them relief, and at
the end Of three days the rheumatism had disap-
peared. A little child that had from
Its birth scarcely any use Of its legs
was taken TO play daily In room where
blue glass formed portion Of one Of the
windows. In a very short time II obtained the use
OF It's legs and learned to walk and run without
his own experience "a lady ofmy family, about
six weeks ago, had n violent hemorrhage OF the
lungs, and for ten days raised more or less blood
daily. She was very much weakened by the loss
Of blood, and considerably frightened Wlthal. 1
obtained some blue glass and placed II in the
windows whore she was in tho habit OF sitting,
blue glass constituting one-half Of the lower sash
lights allowing the blue rays to fall upon
the nerves Of the back Of the neck Tor about an
hour day. The second day, The SUMS rays being
unusually strong, she got too imuch blue glass,
and at night felt peculiar sensations In the back
Of the neck, among the nerves, and an unpleasant
fullness in the head. These sensations wore of
the next day, and since then she has not remained
so long time under the blue glass. But from
soon gained its natural fullness, and in week
she was TO all appearances as well as ever. or
course she was not cured Of the trouble In her
lungs in so short time, but the soreness in her
again" Another lady who had lost her hair sat
under the glass and regained II.
National Republican., 1877-02-14

Operations of the Board Of Health.
A meeting Of the Board OF Health was held
last night.
The following is q synopsis Of the operations Of
the Health once for the week ending February
lothi
Nuisanscs reported, 44o; referred, 10; abated,
2io; notices, issued, II; citizens complaints, 2e
causes OF death Investigated, o; pecunlary cond,-
tions Investigated, 0; burials at public expense,
q tons Of GARBAGE removed, 70; dead animals re:
moved, IS; privies cleaned, 3sl; inspectons-g,305
bus. oysters; 6sss punches sh; cOndemned cd SO bus.
oysters, bs .bunehes fish, 80 lbs. mutton. 80 lbs.
bacon; lbs. veal, 8 chickens, ss cabbagea, Is
pumpkins, and bus. potatoes; animals impoun.
ded, D; redeemed, 0; killed, amount realised IS.
The Register submitted q statement ofmortallty
In the District for the week ending Feb. 3D. which
shows; Total deaths, Sit male, white, al; female
ls; male, colored, 23; female, 10; under year 23
1oycnrs, III 40 years, II; 90 years III 70 years a
years, 81 above 100 years, natives Of this Dis.
trict, i5; other parts OF the United States, 81;
Ireland, 4, and Germany l.. The principal causes
81 death were scarletina, Q; diptberia, !; Group,
catarrhal fever, ]; eerebro-s spinal meningitis i;
phithsis pulmonalis, 2; bronchitis, l; tuberculo.
SIS, y apopieSy, z; pneumonia, Is; congestion Of
cd there were " births; male, white, ~; female.
~; male, colored, is; female, 20.
National Republican., 1877-02-14


He came TO Washington about six weeks
ago, and registered his name at one OF the princ-
pal hotels as Clarence DeWolfe. He was rather
handsome, dressed stylishly, wore English side
whiskers, and an eye glass stuck over one eye,
through which he ogled the girls. The clerks
soon adorcd him and tried to initiate his rakish
air and charming little peculiaritics. "ADIos
Tralala," Mr. Dowolfe used to remark, when
parting with them, and in few days
after he came the clerks thought that
any other phrase was extremely vulgar.
Clarence brought large trunk with him, wore
diamonds and good clothes, frequently referred
TO his fathers wealth, and the proprietor OF tho
hotel placed confidence In him. Sunday he
parsed through the office OF the hotel, sang ont
Ado ,tralala,n to the clerk on duty, and STEP
ped jauntily out into the street Where he went
Is etill mystery, but II Is definitely known that
he len huge board bill behind him. His big
trunk remains at the hotel. 1t has been inves-
tgated and found TO- contain nothing but . fow
old shirts. The clerks look over the register oc-
casionaliy, and when they come to his name, sigh
for the gay Clarence, but they sigh in vain.
National Republican., 1877-02-14
The Sunday edition Of the NATIONAL
REP BLICAN pW begin merit Sunday
4 N.ITIL FUNERAL.
Burial of the Late Rear-Admirai Bale

Burial Of the Late Rear-Admiral Bailey.
The funeral OF the late Rear-Admiral Thoo.
dorus Bailey took place yesterday afternoon, with
the honors due TO his naval rank. At . o'clock
services were performed at his late residence, No.
1900 street northwest. The attendance was
very large, and included many dignitaries, among
whom was the Secretary OF the Navy. The
funeral was in charge Of Mr.. X. +. Harvey. The
casket was OF black walnut, covered with hne
black cloth, lined with white satin, ornamented
with eight heavy bar handles. The plate
on the lid was OF solid silver, and
inscribed with the rank, date Of birth and death
OF the deceased.
The horal tributes were exceedingly beautiful.
Upon the casket rested handsome crown, to.
gether with wrsaths crosses, Se, literally cover.
ing It, while beautiful cross Of tabs-roses and
lilies, for which thoro was no room In the hearse,
was carried behind in the arm, OF one Of the body.
bearers.
The funeral services were conducted by Rev J
Vaughn Lewis, Of st. Johns p. Z. Church, altor
which the remains wore borne to tho hesrse by
eight body y-bearers preceded by the pail bearers;
Gen. sherman, Gen. Schenck, DR.. Peter Parker,
Admiral Peter ORowan, Rear Admirals Powell
The escort consisted Of q battalion Of marines,
composed OF fve companies detailed from the
Maryj Todd, and ofiicered as follows: Lieu
tenant Col. Wayward, commanding: LIST company
Capt. Noker; % company. First Lieutenant
company, Capt. William, adiutant, Lieut.. Nehoi.
son. The cortege proceeded to Oak Hill Gene
tomb.
National Republican., 1877-02-14
A kuffian Hackman,

About ESQ O'Clock yesterday afternoon as q
Nr. Lighter, residing in East Washington, was
crossing Louisiana avenue, AT the intersection OF
Seventh street northwest, he was driven upon by
q eolored hackman, name unknown. In order to
seized the animals by the brides. whom the
driver new into violent passion, jumped
from the box, and dealt Mr.. Lighter
heavy blow on the head, inficting
q painful and ugly wound. Mr.. Lighter walked
as far as the Sidewalk, whero he fell. He was as
sisted 10 Gilmans drug store, where his wounds
were dressed, after which he was conveyed to his
home BY Sanitary Ofiser Connell. As soon as
the driver dealt Mr.. Lighter the blow he leaped
on his box and drove of at rapid rate Of speed,
and escaped arrest.
National Republican., 1877-02-14
Real PliantOms,

Last evening phantom party, or as
It is more commonly termed sheet
and pillow-case party, took place at
Masonic Temple, under the auspices Of
the St. Johns Mite Society. Now one Of these
affairs are very amusing for those taking part,
and doubly SO to spectators but in this case, from
selfish motives or the fear Of rdcule, no one was
allowed the pleasure Of Witnessing the novel scene
until late hour when about to unmask. Ofeourse
this exclusion Of the real did not materially ef.
feet the spiritual, but served to make the al
ready too ghostIy assembly more gouidish than
ever, their want Of gallantry also In charging
admission for the extra lady, when Q gentleman
ance of"he hhantom', over the sweet spirits"
which are always willing to hear your prayer.
altogether very pleasant evening was spent.
'dark cabinet" and "turn on the lights" and let
your friends "test the medium" Of your hospital
ity and look upon the spiritual circle"
Ths sgaddy edition of the NATIONAL
National Republican., 1877-02-14
sWINDLISG BoNDHoL DERs.

A Game CARVED on by . Treasury Clerk and
New York Lawycr-Recovering unciafm-
ed Interest-The Arrests 10 be Made To-
day.
Certain operations carried on by clerk In the
Treasury Department and lawyer confederate,
have recently been uncovered, and II Is expect cd
that the Government will arrest the parties To-
day. Their ohense Is collecting outrageous per.
ccntages for collecting unclaimed interest on
government bonds, and the clerk has also been
guilty Of using ofncial information contrary 10
law. The clerk and certain New York lawyer
have been operating in this way, and, although
there have been suspieons Of such practices It Is
only recently that they have been traced to the
right parties.
The clerk in question has access to the books
containing tho amounts Of interest unpaid on rcg
istered bonds He has furnished the lists Of
amounts to the attorney in New York. The at
torney would hunt up the party or parties hold.
ing the bond and offer to collect the amount due
them from the Government. When their SER
vices were accepted, which was generally the case,
the lawyer would collect tho amount before
tho department, and withhold large percentage,
sometimes as high as seventy.nve per cent,
which he would share with the clerk. The clerk
and his legal confederate had o good field to
work In, as the amount OF unclaimed interest Is
always quite large. Bonds, on which interest ls
uue, are tOmctimcs UautIerrtu ITOm Ono HersOn
to another before the collection Is made. In
such cases the purchaser is not aware that there
is interest due on the bonds, and makes no de.
mand for 1t.
Many bondholders were nrst informed Of the
act that interest was due them through the
clerk and the attorney, and they readily aceeded
to their proposals after making such contract the
two men, always impressed upon tho party whom
they operated upon, that the money due them
was purposely and maliciously kept back by the
Government, and they generally succeeded
not only in robbing their victims,
but in making Democrat of him.
Both the clerk and the attorney are amenable to
the law, which forblds efiicial from giving out
such information as the clerk has been furnish.
ing, and prohibits attorneys from receiving
money for such services as those for which New
York lawyers have been charging outrageous per
centngos The names OF tho two swindlors will
be given when the arrests arc made.
The SGaddy edition Of he NATIONAL
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National Republican., 1877-02-14
DIED.

CLARK. On sunday, February II. 1877, Mrs.
ELLgS CLARK, aged eiRhty-seyeu years, At the
residence OF Mr.. Alexander Bluudon, No. "a
Market street.
DYAsON,-0n Monday, February IA 1871. at $50
. clock p, M, UGENIRIA A., daughter OF Abra-
months.
The funeral will take place from No; l7e5 street
northwest, on Thursday. alta O'Clock p. m. The
friends Of the family respectfully Invited to at
tend.
hoBBs On Monday, February IL, is77, at1 p.
M, JOSEPHINE A. HoBBs, aged twenty-one years
Funeral at 1859 street, a3 O'Clock p. m. to-day.
HOPKINs,-At3 O'Clock D. m. on the i3th inst,
GonUAN EDWARD, infant son re. r. and Ann
A. hopki kins. In the third year Of bis age.
Funeral Thursday, At II q. m, from vls L. street Z.
DRINKARD.-At his residence. in this city,
February "a, 1877, DIR. WILLIAM BEVERLY DRINK
ApD, aged thtrty-four years.
The funeral services will be held at Ascension
Church. on Thursday, February 10, at O'Clock p.
NJ. The friends OF the family are respectfully In
yitsd 10 attend ~
National Republican., 1877-02-14

DR.. William Beverly Drinkard died yester-
day at his residence, in this city, of pneumonia,
after weeks illness. DIR. Drinkard was In his
thiTty-fourth year, and considered ono of the
most skiiliul physicians and surgeons inthe city.
He was greatly beloved and.rospeeted by his bro
ther physicians, who recognized his professional
skill Dpl sterling qualities.
National Republican., 1877-02-14
A Holly Tree Pound Party.

The ladies OF the Holly Tree Lunch have
always boon active In charitable enterprises, as
we'll as In their efforts to induce men TO keep
sober. The trustees OF the Holly Tree Lunch will
close II TO serving meals at 7L o'clock tomorrow
evening, and reopen at o'clock for Q Pound
Party Its friends and patrons are invited. No
admission fee will be asked, no refreshments
served, but all are expected to bring their pound
for the beneht OF the poor.
National Republican., 1877-02-14
Selecting Life Partners.

The following marriage licenses have been
issued: John Sheek, Of Lorrain, France, and
Annie b. McGraw, Of this city Anthony MoMa-
hon and LizEie A. Quelley; Charles S. Hatton
and Lucy Giyers; VIM. ID. Kogle and Martha A.
Conried, ofPrinco Georges county, Nd: Goo. O.
Reed and Ada Agnes Savage Edward ]. Sheely,
Of Prince Georges county, Md, and Bessie ReIdy,
National Republican., 1877-02-14
, The SRnddy edition of the NATIONAL
REPUBLICAN will begin RsE Sunday.
More Help for tho Poor.

A very enjoyable sociable and pound party
was given last evening by the ladies Of the Con-
gregational Church In the lecture room OF that
edihcs. Several hundred packages Of substantial
alleviate q great deal Of suffering. Keep tho
good work up, ladies, have sociable every week;
II does good In more ways than one,
National Republican., 1877-02-14
PROPOSALS..
PROPOSALS ron MATERIAL.
NAVY PAY OFFICE

PF0PosIEs ron MHTERiII.
NAVY PAY OFFICE,
No. AT CHESTNUT srREEr,
Sealed Proposals in duplicate, endorsed. .Pro.
:d az ss, oss sns anr =, e
% az ,ns ~ s 10. Nnra and dS
island, iice Of al expense 10 sss SoSsrn%snt, @ s,
Articles smSra:ed d &. ieSvlDs aS slss.es 'n'
sSsS SSss board n; m 81 II Com; W. P. Boards.
1900 :. in. "a einw.
10000 =" in. Sd
Al 70 be 70 feet long and seasoned.
S''0 GSnia, iOnT, snd y W. ,0s"' tOy in' ~ fes'
$1,000 W. p. iaths Of the best quality.
pSsls SosT G,nsa black wsina, walnut PLANK Pllsnss
IA q Ss y 70 IL 4 feet long, best quality and
1000 board 4. W. p. scsntins, &. by Q in., Il n.
pSS e KSSa dHnsly sas well seasoned
long. best quality, entirely nee from sap p
200 600 board Il. Y. p. boards, !, IN. thick.
SSSS ;SSS q . =" "plaapts, NJ: n q
70 be Sns Of exTH nS SSsl,y not less than
20 n long, extra quality and we'll sea-
soned. To be delivered Immediately.
GLASS NO. o.
10000 pressed bricks, straight, of uniform dark
color, 81 by4 by 2sS inches best quality, to
10000 pressed bricks, straight, OF uniform light
color. 81 by 4by.2x inches, best quality,
Il 500 pressed bricks, moulded to % different
forms, ofuniform dark color, Of the best
quality, each TO form and dimensions as
per drawing, to sample-to be delivered in
good condition. The deliveries to CON-
mence on or before the first day Of May
and bo made as rapidly as required and
completed on or before the FIRST day Of
June, 1877.
Bids will only bc received from manufacturers
or dealers in the articles required, and for the
whole Of each class. Tho right Is reserved to re-
Ject any bid that may not be deemed advanta-
geous to the Government. Responsible security
will be required for the faithful delivery Of the
above in conformity with the stipuations on the
blank forms for bids, to- be had at this office;
otherwise bids will not be entertained.
A. W. RUSSELL,
feb9 Pay Inspector u. s. Navy.
National Republican., 1877-02-14

Gov. George Z. Cole, OF Oregon, and Mrs.
Annie A. King, Of Washington, D. o., were mar
sed last evening at eight o'clock, Rev. q. NJ. p.
King performing the ceremony. Tho newly we'd
ded pair LEFT Immediately for New York. where
they will remain for week or more No cards
National Hotel, on their return to Washington.
National Republican., 1877-02-14
LIFE IN WASHINGTON.
skETCHEs ABoUT THE CITY BY THE
REPCBLICAN IMPORTERS.
Carroll Institute.

Carroll Insdtute. va.
This society gave an entertainment last
evening at Tallmadge Hall. In the presence Of an
audience embracing many Of our most substantial
citizens. The society Is Catholic one, the object
Of which Is to educate, through night schools,
those OF their aith who unable to attend school
during the ordinary hours Of business, and also
10 furnish . library Of suitable reading matter
for the same class.
II sends on daily periodicals to the Catholic
soldiers and sailors who arc on duty In foreign
sta.ions, and performs many other acts Of SINH
The entertainment conssted Of quartette com.
posed Of Mossrs. Carpenter, Abbott Synde and
Patterson, and solos by II. A. Kohr and W. s.
Young Instrumental music by Prof Perabenu
and Master Hermann Rakemann, and reeitations
py Mr.. John Tweedablc and Ralph Jefferson
During the evening Rev. Father Dinahan deliv-
cred very pleasant and instructive address.
The entire performances received the very
hearty applause OF the audience.
The committee, consisting Of John Bingham,
J. n. Bushnell, b, J. o. Driscoll and Geo. Bogus,
entertained the performers at Aman's with hne
supper, at which song and wit was washed down
by good hot coffee, Sc, and Lent had da Nned up-
on the party beiorethsy separated.
Ths Sunday Edition Of TIE NATIONAL
n A .asIgl l...s o..
National Republican., 1877-02-14
IIRADY's.

Tho historical portraits Of distinguished repre-.
sentative men, lately On exhibition at the Cen.
tennial Exhibition at Philadelphia, are now
ready for the Inspection Of the public at "BrAdys
National Gallery" COS Pennsylvania avenue.
This collection embraces the eminent men OF
America. In addition 10 the medals received In
National Republican., 1877-02-14
CITY ITEMS.

BOYS AND CHILDRRS's CLOTHING
Below the cost Of manufacturing. Reliable
goods, well made NOAH WALKER n Co, e25
Pennsylvania avenue.
National Republican., 1877-02-14
"PRHH-HrIpsIEcK."

Is awarded he kigAs.i sward msdsi al the Cen,
tennial Exposition in Philadelphia, 1870.
"PExnHripsIrcK."
we beg 70 inform you that We have this day
been appointed general agents, in the United
"PiPER-HsiDsrncK" ouAxrAaNa
and
n. pIrKR co.'s "cARrE BLANcHE, SEC"
Soliciting q continuance Of your esteemed fa.
we remain, your obedlent servants.
York and Montreal
JAsuAnr 2 1871
wIBoR's CoxrouNp OF PuRs Con Liver OIL
AND LIME.
The advantageoft his compound over the plain
OIL 10 that the nauseating taste Of the OIL Is er-
tirely removed, and the whole rendered entirely
palatable. The offensive taste Of the OIL has
in Iris form the troubis Is entirely obviatsd. A
host Of certificates might be given here to testify
z the I ssS And Ss:
sufnelent. For sale by A. p. wiibor, Chemist,
Boston, and BY ali druggists.
WONDERFUL SUCCESS.
1t is reported that Boschce's German Syrup
has since Its Introduction in the United states,
reached the immense sale Of 20 900 dozen per year
Over 5000 druggists have ordered this medicine
not notion one S Sa, reported sinss failure, but every
letter speaks Of It's astonishing success in curing
severe coughs, colds settled on tho breast, con-
sumption or ary disease Of the throat and lungs
We advise any person that has any predispos-
tion TO weak lungs to 20 to their druggists and
get this medicine or inquire about It. Regular
size, 10 cents; sample bottle, 10 cents. Two doses
UsHs. sroTr 4 Co., Wholesale Agent
USE THuRsToH's Ivory PEARL TOOTH Pow.
DER. A perfect dentfrce. It's action on tho
teeth ia specific, removes tartar and dlscolora-
tion, arrests decay, and keeps them sound, clean
and white. II hardens the gums, sweetens tho
breath, and, containing no acid, cannot iniure
the enamel. Its constant use Is recommended
to all, but especially TO those who having good
teeth wish to preserve them. Twenty-Five and
my cents per bottle.
THonrsoN's PoMApn oPrIMI, for dressing
the hair. This nne pomade merits special mon
tien. Purely vegetable, Its effect Is to soften
and refno coarse, dry hair, imparting to II gloss
and beauty. Unlike many preparations for tho
hair, it cannot injure, but Is highly beneficial,
equally 80 to the risn, golden;hued tresses Of
youth, the darker shades Of middle life, or tho
silyer-st.eaked locks Of age. Twenty-Five and
hfty cents per bottle.
The Sunday edition Of he NATIONAL
REPUBLICAN piI begin nsIf Sunday.
National Republican., 1877-02-14

osS Prizes, amounting .s7oo, ,oou
Circulars OF Information furnished FpEB. Or
ders allied, Prizes cashcd, Spanish Bank Bills
and Governments purchased.
TAYLOR & CO., BANKIRs.
IL Wall street, New York.
National Republican., 1877-02-14

The hrst number Of the SUNDAY Ma
TIoNAL REPUBLICAN will be issued next
Sunday morving.
National Republican., 1877-02-14

REID-sAyAGE.-O the 18th instant, by the
Rey. Father Boyle, Lienteneni GIoRGs G. REID,
u, s. Marine Corps, and Miss ADA AgSEs SAVAGE,
daughter OF George Savage, esd, OF this city.
No cards.
wISE-BATEs,-Onr February is, at the Cathc-
dral IN Baltn ~, by the Rev. VIM. E. starr, DR..
4. W. WISE, and SOPHIA BArEs, both Of wash
in Rton, ID, q,
National Republican., 1877-02-14
A Quiet wedding in High LIfe.

TAs Ssnddy edition Of Ms NATIONAL
REPUBLICAN rtN begin merit sunday.
National Republican., 1877-02-14
Forgot to Pay His Hotel Bill.

The Sunday edition Of the NATIONAL
REPUBLICAN viR begin merit Sunday
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Death OF DIR, W. Is, DrInkard.

The Sunday edition Of the NATIONAL
REPUBLICAN WW begin RsEi Sunday.
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DRoPosALs FOR MANILA HEMP.

IOROPOSALS FOR MANILA HEMP.
NAVY PAY OrrrcR,
n kILBY STREET, BOsToN, \
January 81, 1871.
Proposals, sealed and indorsed proposals for
hanila Hemp Will be received at this once
for furnishing twenty toni, $40 pounds per ton,
Manila Hemp at tho Charlcstown Navy Yard,
subject there to tho usual inspection and Gov.
eminent tests.
Samples Of the quality required can bc seen at
the Commandants Once at the said Navy Yard,
where all Information can be obtained.
Two satisfactory sureties must accompany the
bid, guaranteeing faithful execution Of tho
offer, II accepted.
The price Of the Hemp must include It's delivery
At the Charlcstown Navy Yard. An Hemp re-
iected must be removed at tho risk and expense
OF the bidder, and 1t will be at his risk until re-
moved.
Blank forms for proposals can DO had on appli.
cation at this once. q. Z. THORNTON,
fe6 Pay Inspector u. 8. N.
National Republican., 1877-02-14
THE oLTC SCHOOLS.

The SGaddy edition Of he NATIONAL
REPUBLICAN riI begin neat Sunday.
National Republican., 1877-02-14

Ths Sunday Edition of hs NATIONAL
REPUBLICAN pfn begin ReEi Sunday.
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MARRIED..

The Sunday edition Of TIE NATIONAL
REPUBLICAN piI begin neat Sunday.
National Republican., 1877-02-14

New York for many years, and in London in 1857,
Is awarded the htghssf avard medal at the Oen-
tennial Exposition In Philadelphia, 1870.
National Republican., 1877-02-14

~ FLUID LIGHTNING ExCELS ANY
Esur,lgis, Headache, %. sold at Coushlin's
National Republican., 1877-02-14
VERY BEST PRICES PAID FOR
SECONDHAND CLOTHING
AT JUsTH's OLD STAND,
6io ID street northwest
Orders by man promptly attended To. jao-f

Ss- UNION REVIVAL, .UNDER THE
aS.pisSs % Of the n Young CostsT.. az 81, Ianl,s
EACH DAY, a. u m and EvEkY EvEEtAh,
at 7 40 clock. All are invited. fetM )
National Republican., 1877-02-14

Liberal Advances made on Personal Property
to any amount and for any time desired on very
reasonable terms.
Also, Goods sold on Commission.
A large stock Of Goods on hand, (new and sess
ond- -hand,) sold very low for cash. jabu