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National Republican., 1880-08-25
Mrs. Young and Her Church rclations,

To tie Editor Of The National ReguJ'ican:
SIR: My attention has been called to an
article in yoUr paper Of the 23G instant, in
which speaking Of the destitute condition Of
Mrs, Noung, the greats .prauldaughtcrof Patrick
Henry, you say: "Sha is a member of a
prominent epscopnian church IN this city,
which has seemed to no2lcc, or to forget al.
together the lsdy's forlorn condition"
counter expression Of acknowledgment. to me
from Mrs Hcnry's niece in this mornings
paper would intimate that Epiphany church is
tue ono referred to. 1t may he permitted me,
Therefore" 10 correct your CORE osDondours
false accusation little moro definitely.
First-Ntrs. Young ia not u member Of this
church, nor do think she has ever claimed
to be. | do not think she ever attended It,
she ~ not commitment In tho episcopal
church AZ all. She had never in any way
made herself known to the rector Of this
parish, aud he hal no knowledge OF her ex.
stcucc until he met her one hour before her
mother died.
Second--IIcr mother, Mrs Henry. probably
was an cpiscopaian; but like u great many
others IN this chaugclul city. without posi-.
tive parish relations she failed TO make her.
self in any way known to tho clergy. She
may have sometimes attended this church,
lut she never had her name enrolled as a
member nor fulfilled any OF the steps re-
Quircd for such recognition. As a consequence
in any way was a note from her physi-
cian, Dr. Bliss, The very night on which size
died, which note ! answered by prompt per.
sOutl attendance and relief
Now my object in writing is not Ia excuse
myself or the parish. With tho3c who know
anything yf lis charitable work. the parish
does not need il, But in behalf Of all the
clergy Of the city, 1 may make use Of this
instance to seek the corroc ion OF serious
evil. There are, doubt not, a great many
in this church, rs in every other in this city,
who come more or less regularly 10 its ser.
vices, perhaps receive holy communion, speak
Of Themselves 10 others as cpsaoplians aud
speak Of this As their church. aud yet have
never made themselves known to the pastor
nor given him any name or residence, nor
furnished the proof required by church law
that they 0rc entitled 10 commune. Aud this
not for want Of urgent invitation. They are
Hllectionatcly asked, at times of pub 10 ser.
vice SO 20 make themselves known, and q
printed notice asking such information hangs
on tho church porch, II is the plain dGy
OF all christians to have fixed church relations,
aud If they arc to claim service or sympathy
from the clergy they mus, first take the little
trouble TO make themselves known Should
this meet the eyo Of any now attending this
church, but not yc, made known % ne, /
claim from such persons, both as courtesy aud
as christian duty, and Tor the good Of their own
souls, that they should help their pastor to
become acquainted with them aud not let him
be wrongly blamed for falling In service which
their own fault tu. out OF his power.
WILLIAM PARET,
Rector Of Epiphany parish,
AVGi'sT % 1850
National Republican., 1880-08-25
READY TO RATIFY.
The District Democracy Deliberating Over
Mlnnr IlaInIIa.

DNthiss
The democratic central executive committee
held meeting last night at their headquarters
in Vernon row, Mr.. William Dickson In the
chair, Lawrence Gardner secretary. The spe-
cial committee on reduced fare on railroads re-
ported that the roads had all agreed to put on
special trains on the occasion Of the ratifca-
tion meeting at reduced rates.
Mr.. Frank Barrett moved that the advisory
committee be increased by the addition of two
members TO be selected by the chair from
Georgetown. Carried.
Some little discussion was held about the
platform, and several gentlemen thought that
as at present built 1t WAS not sufficiently
strong to stand the immense weight that will
be put upon it. Hence several gcntlcmcu sug.
gestel that practical mechanic be empowered
TO examine 1t with view to Strengthening it
If necessary.
Mr.. b. f.. Lloyd suggested also that rs
the pillars of the city hall back OF the plat.
form interlercd with the sound ofthe speakers
voices when the wind was against them, a
sounding board should he erected. The com.
mitice ou decorations and notifications re.
ported that everything was accomplished in
their respective line Of duties. The dccora-
tions would be put up rs soon as the staging
was completed.
Mr. Norris renewed the suggestion OF
Mr.. Lloyd about the soundingboard 50
far Hs to have q wooden screen put up
behind the speakers, aud il was referred
to the committee on platform.
Mr. Cassin suggested for tho consideration
of the committee on platform that two
temporary platforms be erected about a
hundred feet east aud west, respectively,
Of tho city hall or elsewhere, so that
there might be no interruption to the
speakers from the commingling Of voices The
suggestion was referred. 1t was also sug.
gcstej that the street.sweeping machines
| company be requested to suspend operations
OH the Avenue the night Of the ratification,
which was ordered to be done
! 1t was moved and carried that q committee
of three be appointed to request the Mctropoli.
tan Street Railway company to suspend tho
running of the cars on their road in front oil
the city hall during the progress of the rati-
/ fcatiou moeting. The chair appointed Messrs
| Cassin, Ennis aud Yates. The committee then
| adjourned until tonight at $50 o'clock. A
meeting Of the mar-hals Of the meeting was
then held, at which further instructions were
giYcu TO the assistants
National Republican., 1880-08-25
a COUP D'ET.fT.
The Wonders TO be Seen in tho Big Tent on
Ninth street

AhS "0hutHb W ut sNth Nht Atuh Nh
Ninth street.
That Coup's circus still retains tho con a.
dence Of amusement seekers In Washington
was never better exemplifed than last night,
when his immense canvas was packed long be-
fore o'clock with an enthusiastic and de-
lighted audience. As act followed act, each
better than the preceding. applause WAS not
stintej, ard when the Indian finale
was announced tho universal expression
was that Coup's was the best cir'
Gus that had ever visited Washington
No act on the programme was omitted
aud everything promised was faithfully per.
formed. The tumbling which succeeded the
grand cntree has never been cqualed In this
city, the artists taking part doing lcats never
before attempted here. Then came the jack
elschy Japs in their balancing, In which the
leader 0f tho party showed some new tricks
since his last appearance A trio of juvenile
Japs assisted the clown Ia singing Whore
was Moses?' and created great merriment by
their vocalizng. Miss Katie Stokes with her
splcndidly trained horse, then gave bare.
back exhibition, displaying wonderful agility
and magnificent riding
Madame Lottie Belmont on the trapclc was
the next attraction, and fascinated her au.
dience with her peri!ous eyoutons, which she
seemed perfectly at home In. The dog Won
dCrs, performed by Professor Fryer displayed
loud in praise Of tho CANNES. The same gem
tIcmau alterward introduced a number Of
performing ponies, who, in addition to other
feats, formed a pyramid, which WAS very at.
tRctye. Mr.. james Watson theu appeared
in jockey act and gave an exhibition of
horsemanship not only new, but novel, his con-
Guiding feat, jumping upon his feet on n bare.
back horse going at full speed without touch
ing his hands to the animal, earning him a lib.
eral round Of applause
The bronco horses came next and the man
ner in which they acquitted themselves be.
traycd remarkable degree Of intelligence,
and when the act flushed with Nettlo, the
wonderful jumper. the enthusiasm Of the
audience was unbounded. The fualc by the
tribe of indians was new departure in circus
business, and was faithful portrayal Of the
habits of the first owners OF this country. II
was alone worth the price Of admission to wit.
ness the wonderful riding of one of the Indians
in vivid sketch Of an Indian attempting 10
escape from some Of his red brethren.
The features given above are only half of
the attractions to be seen under Mr.. Coup's
canvas, and entitle him to the position OF
king Of circus managers But two more per.
formanccs will be given in Washngtou-this
afternoon and evenng-and it behooycs all
who wish to see dlst.class ring performance
to be on hand while an opportunity presents
itself.
National Republican., 1880-08-25
THE DRAMITTC SEASON.
"Fun on the Pacific at rord's Next W

"Fun on the Pacific" at Ford's Next Week
The season Of 1Ss0-S1 will be opened at
Ford's opera-house next Monday night with
the production of the musical comedy Of Fun
on the Pacific; or, A Trip from Shanghai TO
San Francisco" Fun on tho Pacific" is a
sparkling and seRsonable novelty, and IL Is
stated has been remodeled and radically
changed since its production last spson. Its
Improvement Is aided materially by the In
PRODUCTION Of the brightest gems from tho
new comic operas of the day Tho opening
performance viii have all the distinctive feat
ures Of comedy, minstfeisY ana spectacular
drama. Every number will bc of the latest and
most admired gems of comic music-nothiuE
old, stale or common. Several Of the most
recent popular songs by IIarrigan and Hart.
with Frank Cushman's specatics and inn Of
the most stirring character, will be intro.
duced. The scenery will be new and special
for the occasion. The cast will embrace, among
the ladies' Misses Bockel, Thompson, Walker,
Mackenzie, Stemblcr, Mrs Rouse, etc, and
Messrs DenAnm, Archer formerly of the
Royal Middy"O Rouse, Riebcrt, Bogcndorp,
Wilkinson, Franl, Cushman aud others. Frank
Cushmau Is well known as having cerried of
large share of the honors in Haverly's Mas
todon Minstrel troupe, and is one Of the best
negro comedians on the American stage. Miss
Walker, who appears among the attractions,
comes from Tennessee with brilliant record
Thus will be u season in which Manager Ford
promises TO moro than maintain his well.
earned reputation as mn amusement caterer be
brilliantly inauguratod.
National Republican., 1880-08-25
An Unnatural To,her's Crime.

A man named Daniel Carroll, residing at
GIL Fourth street northwest, was arraigned
in the police court yesterday, charged with
an attempt to outrage his own daughter a
bright looking little girl about thirteen years
Of age. The testimony was of the most con.
vincng character, although it was with great
difficulty that tho horrible details were
brought out, and the court sent the case up
to the grand jury under $1,000 bonds, in de-
fault of which the accused was committed to
Jail. The affair occurred about three weeks
ago while Carroll and his daughter we're
alone in the house. He perpetrated the crime,
despite her struggles, and Immediately left
homo. Some Of tho ncghbors learned Of tho
facts and reported the matter to the police.
but it was not until Monday last that Carroll
could be found. Sergeant Brosnan and OH Ger
Prsther discovered him at work painting a
house on street, near Fifteenth, aud imme-
diately arrested him. lie took tho matter
very coolly and declined 10 make any state
ments either way.
National Republican., 1880-08-25
"Down with tho Niger" +"

At a democratic meeting on Monday night at
the corner Of Seventh aud Boundary streets
northwest, the occasion being 10 dedicate the
Hancock and English pole erected in that 10.
young democratic sCions from Alexandria de-
claimed their little pieces, the gathering,
which was composed Of about 300 women
aud children, democrats aud republicans, was
then odifcd by the address of Dan Stewart
well known In that section of the city to be
leading democrat. Mr.. Stewart stated the
democratic i,sue to be Down with the nigger
am opposed to having the niger on the
police force; am opposed to have u niger
Foreman over white workmen OF the streets;
am opposed to have niggers in the government
service; don't think niger as good as ami
these are my sentiments" After these re.
marks by Mr.. Stewart the band struck up a
national air, and soon tho meeting subsidized,
after having been instructed by Dan Stewart
as to the real democratic ISSUE
National Republican., 1880-08-25
Hotrl ArrlNnls.
ITOItT NTTIV'LI5'
Harrison and Miss Har.

m'eys-Henry Harrison and Miss Har.
ti,ou of Virginia.
Ebhit,--B IT, Uerron Of Piushurr, William
a. McEjl'ip Of Maryland, and L. II. William
SON of New York.
Arlmgton-Hou w. W. Bdknar oC Iowa, W
A. Collier 0f Clauton, Ale, T. Ray Of New York,
and Carroll ofCurolton.
Impcrial-W. c. Coup Of Coup's curriculum.
!. Ogden Murray, city A. Emegcr, city, aud
S. J. Merrill of Concord, NH.
E'rps-J. II. Lathrop Of Chicago. Charles
T. Emery of New York, W. A. Taylor Of
Brooklyn. DR.. stephen Smith Of New York,
and Dr. w. H. Allahin aud wife Of London.
Eng.
willards-Mrs. J. w. Morrison and Miss
Morrison Of S'auntou, Va. j. VI. Grundy Of
Now York, James o, Broadhcal Of ST, Louis,
Mo-, Dr. Ford ana wife OF Stockton, Cal, and
W. 5. Hutchius, city.
st. james,. c. trcdimau and vif', Mrs.
@. G. Breed Of PheniS. Y. Y. G. w. Gil.
hcrt and wife anl daughter Of Norfolk, Va,
Nelson Head and Albert DpLcon Of Virginia,
r. J. Fitzpatrick of Pcnnsvlvauia David
Pearson, jr. Of Now York. +. Lane and f. II.
Simonds Of Boston, w. II. Stuhlincs aud wifo
Of Chicago K. C. Eastman and wife of Wheel.
ing. " Va, and Mrs. VI. c. Abrams and son
of Brownsville, Pa.
Natioual-M. r. Plane and 3. ". Blount OF
Georgia. Walter l. Hanson and wife Of Lees.
burg, Va, Charles VI. Doughcrly Of Baltimore
;. Il. Holloway and W. j. Chairman Of Phila.
de,nh'a, John L. Harmcr Of Winchester, Va.
J. W. Colo Of Columbus. Ohio. B. q. pccram
Of Pctorshurs Va. ". G. White Of Biltim9re
Ben snier of Now York, T.. r. Cornell Of Mad
i,on \; j., W. c, MARSHALL Of Warrcuton, Va
W > Iirtnnc Of Rcd Oak. Iowa, General w
II. Payne, DR.. D. c. Gordon Thomas smith
A. D, Payne, B. p. Grccn and c. +. r. PavnC
of WHrrenlon. G. p. ?. Rirgwalt Of rh.ladol
pha Walter J Harrison and John ]. Basrott
Of Lccsburg, Va, Thomas NJ. Blo1gett Of At
Iuutl, Gt,, and II. o. Clagett of Lcosburg, Va
National Republican., 1880-08-25
The Molmend Cometery.

Mr.. William l.. Graham, the former sexton
of Holmcad cemetery, in Il communication to
the District commissioners states that there
are in the cemetery 3 SOC original sites, in
which burials have been made, many of them
containing three OF four bodies. III alleys aud
sidewalks there have been laid out 9G9 sites, in
all OF which have been deposited dead bodies.
making in all l,77O sites which have been used
lie states that to the best of his knowledge
there has been 4770 bodies inferred In the
cemetery, and Of that number 500 have been
taken up by priva.e parties leaving 4,270
from which 2.270 may be deducted as dccayed
leaving 1900 to he removed. The soldiers of
1912 cannot be found. Quito number of
graves are bricked up with cement and COW
cred over with earth, aud cannot be seen until
opened. 1t has taken one man whole day to
remove The bricks OF one OF tLose vaults.
National Republican., 1880-08-25
New Advertisements.
ord's Opcra.housc.
poTa-hpusc--Grmd opening.
jttnge az Mt. Pleasant for sale.
llelligent mau or woman wanted,
A ThLof uisgnlsea ns I,nr.rnnrr Mnn-

A colorcd man named Henry Schools, whose
principal occupation is the collection Of waste
paper from the stores along the Avenue and
Seventh street, WAS arrested last night By
Detectives Coomes aud Acton on the charge Of
stealing clothing from Hamburger's ,oro ON
Pennsylvania avenue between Sixth and Sew.
enth streets. Schools appeared at the store,
as usual, shortly after IL was opened yesterday
morning aud went down tho cellar with his
bag to gather mp the waste paper and other
refuse. Soon after he had gone Mr. Ncumycr,
the chief clerk, discovered that three coats
were missing from pilo on Tho counter. Hc
surmised that Schools, after partially Hlliug
his bag with paper, had stuffed 10 tue coats
aud disappeared, Tho case was given to De.
tectiyes Coomes and Acton aud they arrested
Schools at the circus last light, Schools WAS
wearing ono Of tho coats when arrested. He
stoully denies his guilt, II is thought that
he has made a regular business Of pillcrug
from stores In this manner.
National Republican., 1880-08-25
An Alleged Outrage NJ tbe conIt,I

story was published in New Yorl, paper
yesterday under the caption of "a Brutal
Outrage in the Nations Capitol" which was
in substance rs follows: One day about three
weeks ago little girl eleven years of age,
daughter Of the lady who keeps II stand in tho
main corridor Of the capitol. near the entrance
to the chamber fthe house of representatives,
started to 80 over to the senate side. On her
way she was accosted by one Of the capilol
policemen, who, under protense of showing hcr
the presidents room, in tho rear of the senate
chamber took her to Sonic apartment, locked
the door, and compelled her o submit TO great
indignlics Becoming alarmed by her cries,
he finally released her, but oxtortGd a promise
that She would tell no one Of his baseness. 1t
Is further Stated that the lady complained to
the cantain OF the police aud to Sergeant.at-
Arms Bright, but the guilty man had been
permitted TO retain his place. 4 REPUBLICAN,
reporter made inquiries yesterday of the oil.
ciaIs at the capitol, and was Informed that
such charge was made against member of
the police force and Investigated by the proper
authorities who had reported that there was
nothing to substautiate the charge.
National Republican., 1880-08-25
THE OoLUMBIA RIFIEMEN.
Preparing for the Match with tho Maryian
Club,

The Columbia Rifle association devoted yes.
tcr;,ay afternoon to the selection of team OF
six TO shoot IN the friendly match to which
they have been invited by the Maryland Rifle
club Of Baltimore, at the Patapsco range on
Saturday next. The selection was made at
Bcuning's range, each competitor firing two
strings Of ton shots each, off.hand, at the dis
tance Of 200 yards. At the close 1t was au-
nounced that the following six men would be
put into training luring This week for the
match: Colonel j. o. +. Burnside, Mr.. Charles
II. Laird. Lieutenant y. b. Hubbard, United
States artillery, Mr.. P. J. L1urilzen, Captain
Ben Chambers aud Mr. A. A. Adeo. The
match on Saturday will also comprise n con.
test at GOO yards IN which four men on side
will engage. The members Of this team are
not vet definitely decided uron, hut will he
selected on Thursday afternoon in 3 special
competition to be hcd for the purpose.
National Republican., 1880-08-25
lInrIIunn I.Irnnans.

The clerk of the court has Issued the fol-
lowing marriage licenses: T, j. Smith and
Catherine G. Callan; Robert D,oY and Martha
Morton; William CLARK and Ida Ford; samuel
Davis and Elizabeth j, Rtukins; William liur-
ley Of Georgetown, b, C., and Jennie Bur.
rouEhs Of fTeunallytoHu, d, q,
National Republican., 1880-08-25

THE celebrated Orphans Gee club Of Balti.
more has been engaged, and will appear
every evening at Driver & scliohold's Palace
Garden in their choice selections of solos,
duets, trios quartettes, etc. All should hear
these eXcolent singers.
National Republican., 1880-08-25
A Dispute over II Child.

Johnson P. Thomas was charged in the
police court yesterday with an assault on
William Edgar Thonas, his fOur.yc1r.o old son.
William Edgar Is the child now IN litigation,
Mr.. Samuel r. Gettiugs, Thomas' 5on-in. law,
claiming possession of it on tho ground that
the father gave 1t to him. MIR. Thomas
Monday sped the child on the street. and
picking up carried it to his home. Out of
this grew the charge Of assault and battery.
Judge Smell suspended Judgment until the
case IN the upper court, which would sottlc
the point as to who was the rghtiul custodian,
was disposed Of
National Republican., 1880-08-25
INDICATION Is

For the middle Atlantic states, stationary or fail
ing, followed by rising barometer, stationary or
rising, followed by lower temperature, southery
winds, veerng TO north or west partly cloudy
weather and occasional local rain.
National Republican., 1880-08-25

4 PLEASANT and cheerful room is essential
to the health Of the baby, and the usual pains
and ills of tho young ones soon vanish after
the use Of Dr. Bulls Baby Syrup. Price, 25
cents.
National Republican., 1880-08-25

JULIUS LANsBURGH, the popular Carpet
Furnishcr, from his new store 3l5 Seventh
street asserts that 40 opc viii uudersell him.
National Republican., 1880-08-25
CITY ITEMS.
Thermometrio rend,uY.

MY life was saved by Warmers Safe Kidney
and Liver Cure.E B. Lalely Selma, Ala.
National Republican., 1880-08-25

THE Rowland Dental Association, 211 Four.
and.half street, use only S. 5. Whites 9rtiicinl
teeth, Philadelphia. Price, 81 per set Sec ad7t.
National Republican., 1880-08-25

BENEpIcTINE MALT VINE BEER. Finley &
KoeL, agents, L2QG Pennsylvania avenue.
National Republican., 1880-08-25

The National Safe Deposit Company,
corner Fifteenth street and New York avenue,
continues to receive valuables of all dcscrip.
ti0ns for safe keeping at very low rates.
The daily gazette., 1880-10-12
UNWORTHY OF BELIEF.

The Neios this morning published
an alleged interview with man named
John Nichols, who states that he was
under Gen. Hancock during the time
he commanded the second division of
the Second Corps.
The mau says that he was a team
ster and had charge of "Gen. Han
cocks camp equipments, his personal
effects and his whiskey." He further
says that he had opportunities of wit
nessi q the Generals brutality and in
temperance. He further charges that
the General was frequently drunk, and
that he drank ON an average quart of
whiskey per day. The article contains
a number of other trumped up charges.
These charges have been made hereto
fore, and completely refuted.
Any person who is thoroughly &C
quain,ed with John Nichols knows
that whatever he says must be taken
with a grain of allowance, and there
are those who would entirely disbe-
ieve any statement that he would
make. The quoted sentences in the
article referred to, gives the whole
thing away, as the man has not the
ability to use such language. The
writer of the article no doubt puts the
words in his mouth. The Republican
press must be driven to great extremi-
ties, when they have to hunt up such
men as John Nichols, and publish such
alleged intervie US. 80 oi
The daily gazette., 1880-10-12
AN UNFAIR ATTACK.

At the meeting of the Board Of Ed
ucation last evening, during the dis
cussion to postpone the report of the
Committee ON Revision Of Studies, for
two weeks, Mr.. Kenny, objected to the
postponement any longer, as 1t had
become matter for newspaper criti-
cism.
The gentleman had hardly finished
speaking, before DR.. Grimshaw was ON
his feet, and in reply to Mr.. Kenny's
remarks in regard 10 the newspapers,
made an unprovoked attack upon the
reporters present, sayiug that if they
would pay more attention to the edu-
cation of the children, instead of writ
ing nonsensical articles for the news
papers, it would be better for thu com
munity.
The reporters had no opportunity to
defend themselves at The time, but If
strange to the meetings of. the BosRi
had been present last evening, they
would no doubt have concluded, that
the reporters could not help writing
nonsense, if they reported the proceed
ings of the Board as they occur, to-
gel her with some of the nonsenslcal
remarks made by the gentleman who
was 50 kind as to offer the reporters
his profound advice.
Ii would be we'll for the reporters
hereafter to report the proceedings OF
the Board, (if that be possible) in full,
and then discriminating public can
| judge where the nonsense is.
The daily gazette., 1880-10-12
TRAVEL TO BALTIMORE.

The travel on the P. w. & b. r.
R., between Philadelphia and Balti-
more is simply immense, and the
company are utilizing every span e
car that they have in their posses
sion and are hiring them from other
c ,mpan e'. Owing to the heavy ira .
vel the S.36 mail this morning was
delayed twenty minutes, and all the
express trains south are now being
run IN two sections.
A number of Wilmingtonians
went down on the special train leav-
ing this city at o'clock.
A special train of ten cars having
on board Knights Templar from
Philadelphia passed through here at
7.30 o'clock.
A number of Knights of this city
went down last evening in order TO
participate in the parade to-day.