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National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11
Ar UrEM EH1D.
Across the Continent. !,


Notwithstanding the unpropitious weather and
the fact that Jefferson this week is the magnet that
draws the public quite goodly audience gathered
Colfax's lecture Across the Continent" Among
those present were Secretary sherman, Senators
Morrill, Mcmillan and Bruce, Representatives
in official as well as social life Prompt to the
minute and accompanied by Rev J. @. Butler. Mr.,
looking as well as when he raped dc House to
order albeit q little paler faced his auditors He
was introduced by Rev; Mr.; Butler, who took &C;
career In this city. For al hour and
half Mr.. Colfax entertained his listeners with
most vivid description of a stage ride across the
western part OF this continent and his word pic
lures OF he gorgeous scenery he. saw while IN
ransit were most eloquent and impressive. In the
course OF his re marks Mr.. ColfaN referred briefly
to the Chinese qucsti0p. expressing himself OPP
posed to the persecution endured by the Mongo.
lians on tho Pacific coast. He spoke at length
a blot upon American civilization, and exhorting
the peopc that the present time is the golden mo-
nent Cor energetic steps TO not only check but up
root the evil At the close of the lecture Mr.. Col.
far held quite reception, many OF his former as
sociatcs IN Congress extending greetingto him.
Ford's Opera-House-Joe Jefferson In Grip
Van winkle."
Mr.. jefferson appeared last evening for the first
time during the present engagement as Rip Van
Wtnkle the vagabond Of the Katskills. As "Trip
Van Winkle' has more enduring fame than any
other American work on the stage, so Mr.. Jefferson
has achieved his greatest success and most enduring
honors as Rip pdp BiHWc. Though the story is old,
nnd every theatre-goCr hos seen Mr.. Jefferson play
RIP at least hof.a-dozen times, yet no ono ever
tires OF looking upon the picture which he draws
as one OF The grandest AMI most artistic portrayals
known TO The English stage The crowded house
last night showed that Rip ia as welcome rs ever,
and the changing moods OF the audience from con
vulsivc mrth TO fearful sympathy testified that the
great actor has lost none Of his wonderful art. Mr..
lleiiersol, was ably supported by MT Denham Miss
Mr.. Ford's excellent company
National Thentre-"Tbe Danites."
This dramatic picture of the days of 40 continues
10 draw delighted audiences II Is full of pathetic
as well as humorous incidents; the dialogue is
crisp and appropriate, and the piece " excellently
mounted. Mr.. aud Mrs Mckee Rankin as sandy
and Buy Piper present finished characters, and as
they are ably supported II Is well worth any ones
time to witness the perlor nance.
Theatre Comique.
The crowds which nightly frequent this theatre
are the best proof OF the excellence of the amuse
inent offered there Sid G. France appears nightly
in his great drama " In the Web" which Is pre-
eedcd by variety bill of extraordinary merit.
Everybody should go TO the Comique this week.
DENToN's LECTURE at Tallmadge Hall tonight
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11
NOW AdYorti.ements.

New Advertisements.
N. Goldsloin holiday goods.
Grand cantGta al Curtis Hall.
Moot, 90 Pennsylvania avenue
Hopkins Il Son, Franklin book store,
For Rent-Rooms, 1909 II street northwest
Congregational church-Lecture by j. II. Win.
aent.
Dividend Of North and s. w. Railway Com.
pany.
For Bale-By J. W. Starr, house corner of Park
niAoe and Twelfth street.
Canary birds for sale at Bishops, 40 East Balti.
IaoTS street Baltimore, Md
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

The alarm from box 12G about o'clock last oven
ing was caused by fire being discovered in the sec.
ond-hHnd clothing store Of +. NJ. Eiscmnn, No. Do
Ninth street northwest. The Fire Department was
soon al the scene, aud prevented tho fire spreading
to the adjoining buildings, otherwise serious con.
migration might have ensued, the buildings in the
vicinity being or q very combustible nature. The
loss 10 Mr.. Escman is estimated at 81 O00 fully coy
cred by insurance. Cause of the fire unknown.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11
Marriage Licenses,

The clerk OF the court has issued the followi ne
j.. Simms Of this city and Mary L. Mathews, OF
Anne Arundel county, Md; Thomas j. Richards
and Emma l. Webster; Enoch Berry and Josephin
G. Jefferson, both OF Prince Georges county, Nd
William J. r. Wallace and Ellie V. Reynolds; H. II
Kelly, Of New York city. and Adelaide L. Simms
Of this city; Henry Carroll and Mary T. James: o. Is
Stout, of Morristown, ~ j.. and Anna f. Jciieres OF
this city; Irving g. Ashley and Kate Upperman.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

Professor Proctor lectured before large and in.
telligent audience at the Academy OF Music Baltl-
more, Tuesday night His next lecture in this city
will be delivered at Lincoln Hall tomorrow night
much study and research. Graphing boldly with
the problem that puzzled Adam In the Garden OF
millions Of Adams descendants since Eden ceased
% be- namely, :" Is this the only inhabited world2n
he takes up tho evidence adduced by astronomy
aud shows that in millions of other planets doubt
less there exist all the conditions requisite to sup
port life, and he leans not little 10 the theory that
mother Earth is not tho only planet IN the immense
universe where life exists
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

In the colder sections OF the country some atten-
ton is being paid TO the warming of street cars,
and several inventions for that purpose have been
list with new patent devoted to that purpose,
which ut once appears efficient, safe and econoni-
cal. II is nothing more nor less than chamber
bricks, sand or iron, which radiates the heat
through the chamber and keeps the floor warm
aud comfortable This is very simple. cheap,
efficient and safe, and would seem to be the very
thing desired,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11
LAST LECTURE of Dentons course tonight.
Onlcers of the Grand Lodge, +. A. A. \

onicers of the Grand Lodge, r. A. A. NJ,
The Grand Royal Arch Chapter II. A. A. NJ. of
the District at tholr annual meeting last night
NJ, Trimbe, VI. It, G. II. Priest; Joseph H. Jochum,
X. Il. D. G. II. PRIEST James p. Pearson, n. Il. c.
King ]. g. Allen, r. Il, G. Scribe; G. W. Hancock
II. f. G. Secretary Chauncey Smith X. E. @. Treas.
urer; John Locke Il. q. Visitor and Lecturer; r.
g. Addison, ROY. and Il. g, Chaplain; b. IL. Ross.
Is. g, Captain Of Host; Joseph IL Hartley, H. q. p
Thomas a, Gnddess, L. G. NJ Of Third Vail; NJ r.
rhorp r. g. NJ. Of Second Vail; W, G. Powers. H.
g. NJ, OF FIRST Vail. and l.. stoddard. g. Janllor,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

As the train over the A. & r. railroad due in
Aexandria at o'clock, was coming down Fayette
street 70 the depot yesterday morning two men
q wager as TO who could stand longer In front OF
the approaching train. Bright jumped aside Just
in time, but Meadeswas not so fortunate. He was
struck by the engine and badly bruised about the
back and side and had his left hand spTained lie
won the bet, but paid dearly for II.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11
save 10 Per Cont. and BWy
)ts and shoes at ]. Brooks, 433 Seventh
A Statue for judiciary Square.

The bill introduced in the Senate yesterday by
Judge Davis of Illinois proposes an Appropriation
Of $4,000 to be expended under the direction of
Joint select committee Of both Houses in procuring
and erecting In the centre Of Judiciary Square in
this city Statue OF ClleEJustce Marshall.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11
ThermomatrIo Readlngs.
OFFICE CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER, u. s. A.,
Decenlber 10 1870


For the Middle States and New England, falling
barometer, Increasing southerly winds, warm rainy
weather, followed by rapidly rising barOnelpT
brisk 10 high norhwestorly winds and decidedly
colder, clearing weatlleE.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11
pronosed Sow Fnrm of Gnvarnmont.

A bill to provide different form of government
for the District Of Columbia was introduced ia the
House yesterday by Congressman Gillette, of Iowa.
II Is revival OF the old legislative government 1t
provides for the division OF the city into legislative
districts as they were under the territorial form Of
government and for the division Of the District into
eleven townships as follows; The first TO consist Of
old Third and Fourth districts, the third OF The
old Finh and Seventh districts and 80 on.
II provides for the election OF d council 10 be
made up Of one member from each district, and a
second council to be made up In like manHeF
which body shall constitute the legislative body OF
tle District The members Of the fTst council are
10 be elected for one year and all the second ooun-
ell for two years A Governor is also to be elected
Oh the Tuesday aher the first Monday IN Noyem-
Der, 1880, and thereafter annually The bill pro-
Yides the machinery for legislation die.
DURAsG's Rheumatic Remedy will never dlsap.
point you il suffering with rheumatism.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11
A Steamships Broken Shaft and the Conse-

Tho steamship Ann Eliza, OF the Clyde line ply
ing between Philadelphia and this city, will not
shortly after leaving Philadelphia last Saturday
night by the breaking of shat aud had to put
back and discharge her cargo The cargo was con-
disappointed Mt not receiving 1t in time.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

The proprietor Of the skating rink has rendered
It's use FOR to-day from to $50 p m, for the ben
eft of the Central Dispensary, Professor Weber
has also kindly offered his band for the occasion.
The Central Dispensary Is one of the most impor.
tant charities in our city and Is deserving of the
earnest and liberal support Of our citizens.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

If you want to buy, exchange or rent sewing
machine, call at Oppenhcmer's. j2S Ninth street,
where you will find all the standard machines
represeuted
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11
THE MUTUAL COMPANY.
An Interesting Statement From the
Board ofManagers.
Operations of the Company During the Past
Year--A Finttering Financial Exhibit
An Explanation OF the Troubles la
the Company--A Reply to Al
legged misrepresentation
Some Advice, &c.
Mutual Fire Insurance Company.

There seems 10 have been considerable interest
manifested the part Of the polcy-holders of the
Mutual Fire Insurance Company OF the District OF
Columbia to get at the true inwardness OF Its man
ngcnient, and the following purports to be what is
sought.
The managers Of the above company beg leave To
present the following exhibit of the transactions of
the company from January | 1879, ~ December /,
1879, and also the changes that have been adopted
in regard To the mode of conducting the business,
salaries Of officers and such other matters as nre Of
interest to the policy holdcrs, that they may be en-
abled to form correct judgment rs 10 the manner
in which the Affairs have been conducted.
RECEiPrs.
1873 Dec 30-Cash In hand of Secretary. IS 5000 o.
1879, Nov 29-Rcceivcd ~ interest on pre-
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

1000 for magnificent pair of Soitaires. weigh
ing twelve cor0ts absolutely perfect exquisite cut
and remarkably brilliant. A rare bargain. Jacobs
Bros, 1929 Pennsylvania avenue.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

You can save twenty-five per cent by buying
clothing and gents furnishing goods at Roman K
Coxs closing out sale al 607 seventh street.
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And will leave the true assets for De-
cember 30. Sl69 GO DC |

In ADDITION there are assets
considered doubtful, as follows
William L. Walls estate"....., $3.50 90
j. NJ Movers note............., 500 10
The managers feel constrained by sense of duty
to present the above statement 10 the policy
holders in advance OF the annual meeting that
being Apprsed of the present condition OF the com
pany, they may be the better qualified TO ward OF
the dangers which threaten IL prosperity, II not
It's existence,
The company, organized upon the mutual prln-
olpIe In 1885, aud having 70 contend against the
prejudiUes incident TO that principle, then un.
tried experiment In this commuulty, has grown
slowly but surely uutl II now presents a spectacle
to which is lnembeTs may well turn with pride and
grathcationl
Let il not, however, he forgotten that In all
mutual organizations prosperity can only be main
tanned by the intelligence, good sense and Yig-
lance of the p0licy'holders, who IN such oTgsnlza
lions occupy the double relation OF parties insured
and members OF the corporation.
Neither let II be forgotten that In mutual cOnlpA
mics prosperity "a Itself the source Of extraordinary
dangers. IL holds out peculiar temptations 10 tho
interruptions and teli-seeking The Otheee Of the
corporation, unsought In period Of adversely or
even moderate success are eagerly coveted. The
management and disposition of the property and
moneys which II has taken Year, 70 accumulate
are still more eagerly coveted. Speclous and pRJsi
bic protexs are readily found b cover and conceal
evil designs Against such perlls there Is no safe.
guard except IN the polioy-holders Themselves.
They are the company, aud thelr Intelligence, ylgi
lance and good sense chn alone protect and save IT,
Without this prosperity eau be only Of short dIIa-
ton. The wrecks Of mutual companies wl,Lea
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11
Fine Embroidered slippers for Holiday
Presents at ]. Brooks. 433 Seventh street.

FINE Pennsylvania Gades Butter fiilly eQnal TO
New York butter and cheaper; also choice Western,
being received daily at Spiccrs butter store,
of Ninth and u streets northwest.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

IS and up for Pants, $40 and up for Overcoats
s2oo and up for making and trimming Pants. j. A.
Greisbouer 1856 Ninth street
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

CARPETS less than manufacturers prices Stock
must be closed out Best Lowell Ingrains 70 cents
good lngra,ns. %, 81 and so cents. Remnants sac
riiced. Naudain, 700 Market Space.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

COLD piercing winds and driving rains seldom
fail TO BRING Cough Cold or Honrseness Of this
season. and DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup should be kept
IN every house. For sale by all Druggists.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11
FoR Carpets go to JulIus Lansburgh.s.


Its superiority as q cathOrtic and Alternative con-
siss In its entire freedom from everything bitter
acid OF crude that produces headache, internal
soreness, and tends to destroy the mucous MEM
brane All mineral waters that are dangerous irri.
tants may be known by an acid aller-taste.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

THE ARTISTIC CUT AND FINISH OF OUR
ULSTERS AND ULSTERErTES Is CONCEDED
BY GENTLEMEN OF ACKNOWLEDGED TASTE.
ElSEMAN BROS, COR. SEVENTH AND L.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

SMOKERS ARTICLES, of every description, at NJ.
Goldstens.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

PARENrs mothers, nurses-do not fail to give Dr.
Bulls Cough Syrup to the little ones for all cases Of
Coughs or Colds. Costs only IS cents.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

Eos PARTY FANS at New York prices, go TO
Douglass.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

DIam0hds, Wntches-SpecinIB nrgaIns,
Genuine Diamond Solitaire Ring, So
Fine Diamond Solitaire Pin SIS.
Elegant Diamond Horse Shoe ScarfPln, SIS.
Solitaire Diamond Earrings very nice $50.
our specially Diamond 3-stone Ring, SIS
Fine Ruby with 2 dlamonds) English Ring, s2j
Pair Diamond Studs, well mounted, $40.
American StcmWinder. solid gold. S35.
lI-karat Gold Ladies' Watch, very fine. So
JACOBS BROS. 1929 Pennsylvania avenue.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

1000 SOLID GOLD AMETHYST AND CAMEO
RIMS FROM 81 TO $40 Il, HARRIS 4 CO., 1876
SEVENTH STREET
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CITY NOTES.

corner Fifteenth street and New York avenue, &C
linucs TO receive valuabes of all description for 81
keeping at very low rates.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

Louis spanier, III6 Street Northwest,
sells the finest rye and Bourbon WHISTLES in this
country
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

TIE Rowland Dental Association, oil Four. and
nhaf street, use only $. s. Whites artificial teeth
Philadelphia. Price, 81 per set.
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UrnoLsranINo speeiaIly ~ Jnllus Lanshorghs.

Elegantly engraved solid gold Elgin Watches,
So h. Harris 4 CO., 435 Seventh street.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

1879 HOLIDAYS. 1880
A MOST SELECT STOCK OF
NOYELTIES
FROM LONDON, PARIS AND vienna,
Consisting OF
WORK BOXES AND JEWEL GASES,
CARD AND CIGAR CASES,
GLOVE AND HANDKERCHIEF BoXES,
DRESSING AND DOOR CASES,
PROFESSIONALISM AND PORTFOLIOS,
PHOTOGRAPH AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS,
A CHOICE SELECTION OF
HOLIDAY GIFT BOOKS AND JUVENILES,
PRAYERS AND HYlINALs,
CATHOLIC PRAYERS IN NEW DESIGNS,
CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEARS CARDS FROM
MARCUS WARD, BELFAST, Die
LA RUE LONDON.
A special Discount of Ten Per Cont. Allowed
on AL Fancy Articles up TO the 10th
. December, Inclusive.
JAMES j. CHAPMAN,
METROPOLITAN BOOK STORE,
dec6,l6t OIL Penna. Avenue.
TNVERY DESCRIPTION OF PRINTING
~ An REASONAb BILE RATES,
Al THE RiPT BLlCAN OFFICE
C6 H street northwest
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

DENT0N's LECTURE at Tallmadge Hall to-nigh
is on THE GLACIAL PERIOD" tomorrow night
" The Origin Of Man." Don't miss them
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11
CITY ITEMS,

FoR LADIES UNDERWEAR, at low prices, go +
Douglass.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

sl0sILVER AMERICAN WATCHES AFR. HAIR
RlS & CO., 435 SEVENTH STREET.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11
Diamonds, Wntches-snecinl bargains.

NJ GoLpsrEIN, tobOcconist, Gil Pennsylvania
avenue
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11
For tho Benefit of Ladies
For Shades go to Julius Lansburgh's.

$50 gold sets of Pins and Earrings from S2 10 81
X. Harris & Co., 1876 Seventh street
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

HuRlBURT's Tracheal Drops cure coughs Group,
whooping'cough In all stages, For sale III Oh II
gtreet northwest
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11
A Foolish Wager ana Its Result.

M Ind
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Benefit of the Central Dispensary.

MRBRscHAUM GOODS at NJ Goldstein's, Gil Penn.
sylyania avenue.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11
Other worlds and oth.r suns.

DUKES MORO the bos &c cigars, at NJ, Gold.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

EARTn's "GLACIAL PERIOD" tonight at Tall
medge Hall, by Denton; tomorrow night, THE
Origin of Men"
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

CIGARS 81 box at NJ, doldstoln's. tebaeoOuist
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

The crowds which nightly frequent this theatre
are the best proof OF the excellence Of the amuse
inent offered there Sid G. France appears nightly
in his great drama :" In the Web" which Is pre-
eedcd by a variety bill of extraordinary merit
Everybody should go 10 the Comique this week.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1879-12-11

DURARG's Rheumatic Remedy will never dlsap
point you ii suffering with rheumatism.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1879-04-17
Sherif,s Sale.

L; Templeman, ! No. aso6
j. D. Watkins, transferee, In District Court
VS.. of BOssier Parish
TN Gilmer, ct al. Louisiana 49,
Ry virtue of writ of feri facias issued In
~ the above named suit, and to me diricted
from the Honorable District Court in and for
the parith Of Bossier, Louisiana, I have seized
and will proceed to sell at public auction, to
the last and highest bidder, at the Court house,
in the town of Bellevue, Louisiana, within the
legal hours of sale, on the third Saturday, the
18th day of May, 1879, the following described
property, to-wit: h2
Forty five feet of betting, more or less one
Iron Cotton Press and fixtures, revolving
screw; one Engine and two Boilers; two Gin
Stands, puileys and betting; one old gin stand.
one old Grist Mill
Seized as the property of Thomas NJ Gilmer
and to be sold to pay and satisfy said writ
say the sum of 1851 90, with per cent. Der
annum interest on 81 500 90 from the 9th day
OF March, A. D., 1873, and the same rate of in
terest on 81, 474 90 from the LIST day of March,
A. D., 1873, and also, five per cent. upon the
amounts mentioned above as attorneys fees;
and also, the sum of SIP AZ COST and all cost
and charges, to satisfy this Judgment
Terms of Sale-Cash, with benefit of ap-
praisement.
Aprli >, 1919 prs cost $l2
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1879-04-17
Sherif7s Sale.

G. w. Robinson } No. $780, In District
L.Templeman. LA. : So
Qy virtue Of writ of fieri facias issued in
- the above named suit and to me directed.
from the Hon. District Court of Caddo Parish,
have seized and will proceed to sell at public
auction to the last and highest bidder, at the
Court House, in the town of Bellevue, La,
within the legal hours Of sale, ON the third
Saturday, the 18th day Of May, 1879, the fol-
lowing described property, to-wit:
The east half of southwest quarter, and the
west half of southeast quarter of section 9,
township fifteen, north, range IL, west, con-
tanning l59 5000 acres; and also the east half
OF the northwest quarter, and the northeast
quarter section and the northeast quarter
OF southeast quarter of section nine, township
fifteen, north, range eleven, west, in the North
Western District of Louisiana, containing 279
and $1,000 acres, situated in the Parish of
Bossier, La.
Seized and to be sold as the property of L.
Templeman, to satisfy said writ-say the sum
OF five Thousand dollars, with 8 per cent per
annum interest thereon from Dec %, 1873, I'm
til paid, and all costs Of suit, including five per
cent. on said sum and interest as attorneys
fees
Terms of Sale-Cash, without benefit of APP
praisement. 196 m
r. E. WYCHE, Sheriff
April $, 1879 q. at Ipr's cost $l2