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National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

The following figures show the different elova-
tons in various parts of the District as determined
by actual and careful levels from the datum to
which all the levels and grades of the city refer
viz. the top Of the granite base Of the United States
Capitol, which is Ss.s6 feet above mean high
tide. The elevations were determined by Surveyor
Forsyth TO be submitted to the commission M.
pointed to select site for the National Obscrya-
tory Top of granite base course. United states
Capitol $780, top of sill, United States Observatory
7.92; floor Of tie Smithsonian Institute, S2l2; tol
of lower step of lodge, Oak Hill cemetery, 1926
top of lower step. Captain Boyce's house, lI5.2G
top of lower step Commissioner Dents mansion
l990i top of curb at High aud Road streets, George
town, 1884 curb south side OF entrance 10 Holly.
rood cemetery, 2t5.52; curb ut Weavers gale 25l7S
curb CT Industrial school entrance. 2GS ~ curb al
town line, 1cnnallytOwn road 1850; top Of lower
brown-stone step, Kengla House heights SS3.0s
top Of granite base-blOck Stuben monument
Schut2en Park 200.5s; highest point OH Meridian
Hill, 202U0; top granite post Whitney avenue
1928; centre turiI-table Metropolitan railroad
near Soldiers Home road, 1925; summit OF
Summys Hill, 2lSI0: summit of Sauls Hill. 203.3S
hook Marshal Browns gate, 1888. Is; top. OF lowel
hook Major Emcry's gate, 2oS.S3; top of door-sl
Masonic Hall BrightwoOd, 2g2.5l summit of hill al
Emery chapel, 302Sl top Of door-sll Emery chanel
2S2; top oflower step National cemetery, 297.Sl
top OF lower hook Governor Shepherds gate 1872
top of lower step at Bleak House, 1886 highes
ground at petworth 1850; granite sill Baltimore
Potomac railroad (SiNth-strect cntrance), $50
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

Deputy Marshal Richard 7. Taylor cied at his
residence No. OPS l. street northwest, early yester-
day morning after long and lingering illness, He
was n nuyo Of the city, son Of Mr. S. II. Taylor Of
the Postonice Department made for himselfa large
circle of friends and enjoyed their confidence and
respect to the fullest extent lie was by trade a
bTicklayCr but some years ago abandoned his call
ing to accept the position OF patrollnan on tho
force Of the Metropolitan police Of the District lie
proved most faithful aud Efficient officer, ana
from the exposure while IN the performance Ut his
duty was suwn the germ OF the disease that finally
Destroyed his life, Some six years ago hc resigned
from the police force to accept the position OF
balm IN Inc Criminal court, and upon tho death
Of Deputy Marshal OECal In September last he was
promoted to III the vacancy. lie leaves widow
aud one child aud hi, friends deeply sympRthizc
with them IN their Gtictiou The funeral will
take place this afternoon at o'clock nom his late
residence, and doubtless Will be largely attended
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

Yesterday afternoon tie casual observer could
not fail to notice the unusual number Of people,
both pedestrians and In carriages directing their
course toward that ancestral institution Of learning
known as Georgetown College. Tho day was a
pleasant one which circumstance, together with
the qualification of catching glimpse Of the col
lege boys, accounted for the predominance Of the
fair EEK ON this interesting occasion, the annual de-
bate Tor the Merrick medal The retcCt0ry hall, in
which the debate took place, was fairly filled with
spectators, among whom could be seen Nj. Rich
ard T. MoniCk, donor OF the prize and wife; Mrs
Senator Herman. Justice Field Hon. Randall Glib
son and others. The Gisputunls were respectively
f. i. McMaunis and j. T.. OBrien, OF Pcnnsyl-
yanin, on the affirmative, and ". J. Herman, OF
New York, aud G. b. Pallen Of Missouri on the
negative. The subject, most timely one, was
Would 1t be 10 the Interests of the United States to
assume the political control Of any canal con-
structed across the lsthmus that separates the At
iautic and Pacific oCcauE2' Mr. Justice Field,
Hon Allen G.. Thurman ard Hon. Randall Gibson
were the judges. Mr.. Thurman, however, was un.
able to be present., The debate was characterized
by sound logic, research AMI thoughtful considera-
ton on the part Of the young men engaged aud
reflected credit upon them individually and upon
the institution they represent
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07
THE I. o. M.
Session of the Supreme Lodge and Parad
of tho Order.

of the order.
The Supreme Lodge. /. o. NJ. held session at
Association Hall yesterday morning the principal
business transacted being the reception Of reports
from committees The endowment report WIS
adopted aud loft with the Grand Lodges. The re-
port OF uniform for legion of the l. o. NJ. wos re-
ierred to special committee for report with SAM
pie OF uniform and manual, at the next session.
The warrants to form new lodges in st. Louis, Mo-,
aud Alexandria. Va. to James f. l.. Barker and A.
o. Zroumel, Of Washington were approved. The
subject Of recording secretaries, financial sccre-
taries and treasurer having degree of past muster
after five years continuous service was left OPP
tional TO the Grand Lodges. Thanks to supreme
Ruler J. Guest. King for the able administration
of the duties Of his Office during the past year was
adopted by rising vote. The Supreme Lodge then
took recess until evening.
The parade of the Supreme Lodge, with the grand
and subordinate lodges Of the District aud visiting
bodies, took place in the afternoon in accordance
with the programme previously announced. About
500 men wero in line including over COO repre-
scntatiYes Of twouty-eight lodges from Baltimore,
Annapolis, Frederick and other points in Mary
land The procession made most Crcditable APP
pearancc, oil the men in line wearing rcgalia or
badges, Along the route Of march, which enl-
braeed the principal streets IN the city many build,
ings were appropriately decorated; The line was
sion.
The procession formed on Louisiana avenue with
right resting on Sixth street Joseph Acton was
chief marshal and his aides were James l.. Falby,
S. II. Gadmon, J. II Loyeless and r. W. Curtin.
| t9on Of mounted police chief marshal and aides;
| First Observation-Disclosures band.s Columbia Lodge
No J. +. II. Harper marshal; W. L. schley Lodge
/ No T. Frank Tennyson; Washington No. 6, Harry
A. lIulhsh; Friendship No. 2, S. Nj Lloyd.
Second Observation-Disclosures Wilson Post band, OF
| Baltimore Supreme Lodge of the United States
Grand Lodge of the District of Columbia, Mary
| land lodges marshaled by w. G. Grondruih, Grand
Marshal of Maryland arranged in four divisions
| marshaled by J. n. Richardson, G.. Hoover, John
Swartz and c. J. Gabler, headed by Patterson band
| Picks band aud the Woodbury. Silver Cornct band
| Third division-W. Z. Weber's band, Potomac
Lodge, No. s. Jerome Davis marshal; Anchor
Lodge, No 9, II. Keenan, Harmony Lodge, No. 10
l.; Capitol Lodge, No. II, J.. j. Murray, and Ex-
celsior, No. u, j. p Souder.
The line moved about o'clock, and arrived n
Association Hall, the end OF the route about I
o'clock.
Afler the parade the visiting lodges were enter.
TIMED ut Association Hall. The supreme Lodg'
at its meeting last night selected Baltimore, Md.
as the place for holding the next convention, tn,
remainder Of the session being devoted to the con
sderation OF appeal cases.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07
DECORATION DAY.
The Orators aud Poets Solccted-Arrange-
mcnts for tho Parade.

mcnts Tor tho Parade.
The executive committee on decoration services
met last evening in Grand Army Hall, Department
Commander Royce in the chair and Comrade Paul
Brodie secretary. The chairman reported that the
United artillery from the arsenal, the Marine
corps, the Washington Light Infantry, the Union
Veteran corps and the Grand Army, headed by the
Marine band and drum corps, will parade on
Memorial Day over the route heretofore published.
Tho secretary read the following letter in this con
Dection:
HEADQUARTERS
WASHINGTON LIGHT INFANTRY CoRPs,
WASHINGTON, ID. c. May 6 1850
Colonel C. c. Royce Department Commander q. A. r.;
Sin In response TO your favor of the lat instant
addressed to Colonel William G. Moore inviting
this corps 10 participate In public parade on
siructed 10 inform you that they will be pleased to
join you on said occasion and render such assist
ance as may lie In their power to pay tribute so
justly mCrited by the Nations honurCd dead"
am, sir very respectfully JOIN G.. CowIE,
Corresponding Secretary.
Cornrnde Charles f. Joyce chairman of the
decoration committee, reported that lie aud his as
sociates were making every arrangement to insure
success.
Comrode II. J. Clifford, chairman Of the commit.
ice on music, made similar report
Inc char announced that Hon George C. Hnzle-
ton, OF Wisconsin, would deliver the Grafton und
William Winter, of the New YORK Tribune staff, the
poem at Arlington. Rev. j. f. Rankin will be the
orator at the Soldiers Home and James Cunning.
ham, ir, Of West Virginia, at the Congressional
cemetery. Wilson Post No. /, OF Baltimore, were
invited to participate in the parade, after which
the committee adjourned.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

ALBAsYs vs.. ACKNOWLEDGMENT ata15p. n


Miss Amelia NJ. Strong, daughter Of Mr.. Justice
Strong, United states Supreme Court, and Mr..
Francis slade, of New York, were united in we'd
lock last evening Ht7 o'clock at the residence of
the brides parents, 14l1 II street. Rev. Edward
Strong uncle of the bride, OiIciated. assisted by
DIR. John Il. Paxton, Of the New York avenue Pres
byteran church. At the conclusion Of the mar
rioge ceremony q reception was held. and the
newly-marred couple at q late hour took the train
for q tour through the West. The attendance at
the reception was very large and fashionable. The
handsome parors of the spacious mansion were
beautifully decorated with flowers and evergreen
and brilliantly lighted,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07
A DEsPERATE WoMAM.
Two Attempts to Commit Suicide In sta
tion-Houso Cell,

Two Attempts to Commit Suicide In sta
tion-Houso Cell.
German woman named Theresa schieker was
arrested by Officer Harlow last evening on COM
plant Of John b. Peters, who charged her with
stealing gold watch and $50. Peters keeps a
restaurant on d street near Seventh, and the
woman who has been In this country only eight
months, has been employed by him as servant
Last Sunday, Peters says, she stole the watch and
money. The woman seemed to feel her disgrace
keenly and denied the theft. short time after
she was locked up the attention OF the ofhcer In
charge was attracted to her cell and 1t was found
that she was trying to suiiucate herself with Il
Handkerchief. which she had twisted about her
neck. The officer had some difficulty in taking
the handkerchief from her, as she struggled with
all her strength aud appeared determined to take
her life Soon afterward, being lef alone, she
tried TO hang herlei with portion other clothing
attached to one Of the iron bars in the cell window.
The attempt was discovered and frustrated and an
officer detailed to watch her during the rest OF the
night
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07
Tho Art Lonn Exhibition.

Tho art loan exhibition at the Cooke mansion, IN
Georgetown, was yesterday tlrongei with visitors
from tho two cities, aud even from Baltimore. il
would seem that the people are Just becoming
awnre that this Is no ordinary affair. So strong
was the feeling that the exhibition had not beer
appreciated by the public, that there. was a gem
efGy.expressed desire oll the part OF nose present
an opportunity to visit and examine the interesting
contributions. In compliance with this unanimous
request the managers decided last evening TO COLI
thluo the exhibition another week,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

Tho jury last night at 7l5 o'clock returned a YER
dict Of guilty in the case OF George Brown. The
convicted man has been on trial for the past eight
days In the Criminal court before Justice James,
on the charge Of false swearing in the procurement
of pcnsiOn for Sally Vaughn ,purporting TO be
the widow of one Beverly Vaughn, q sergeant in
the Sixty.socond Pennsylvania Volunteers. There
are sll hanging over him indictments for present.
ing false claim, procuring false affidavit and con-
spir0cy to defraud pension agent.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07
The NYnshIngton Monument.

The regular monthly neetingof the Monument
Society was held yesterday, with Mr.. W. W. Cor
coram in the chair and DR.. John b. Blake secretary.
There were also present Admiral Powell, General
Dunn, DR.. D. b. Clarke, Hon. Horatio King and
Dr. Toner. Current business oflhc society mainly
claimed the attention of the meeting. Reports OF
the members oftheir interviews with congressman
in regard to the pending appropriation for the
completion of the monument were highly favor
able. The memorial presented by the committee
of which the Hon. Robert Winthrop, of Boston, is
chairman, seems 10 have made strong impression
in favor of the immediate completion Of the
monument.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07
Going, Going, Going.
irving to Recover Judgments.

Mr.. b. U. Keyscr, receiver of the German Ameri-
can National Bank, by his attorney, Mr.. II. X.
Elliott yesterday filed Judgment creditors bill
against John Hitz and others. The bill is based on
q judgment obtained In the Circuit court on De-
cember last for $40 GEO. and II recitcs that in No
vember 1878 defendant, to secure the Indebtedness
due by him, conveyed to plaintiff part OF lot 10,
square 403, lot 225, in square CO. and lots to 49,
square SH and there are against IL deeds of trust
to secure 80 500 and 81 $50, aud complainant asks
that this judgment be preferred.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07
An Us n NJ ENIS.
National Thoatre-Rioo's surprise Party

NHuOnai lncWtre-INlCch
Horrors" bright, sparkling and merry, was pre-
sentcd at the National last evening. us 1t could
be presented only by the inimtoble Edouin, the
charming and piquGut Alice htherton and the
host Of comedians and artists comp lsirg the sur
prise Party. Horrors is one of the jollicst eN-
travnganzas everwrten notwithstanding It's name,
and everybody should see IL.
Ford's opera-House--"T Tho Big Four"
The excellent minstrel entertainment at Fords
deserves larger support than IL has received So far
no doubt on account of the circus fever. 1t is
without question the most enjoyable performance
of its kind that has been witnessed in Washington
this season. and the singing is vastly superior to
any heard thus far The brass quartette is Il fea-
ture of the entertainment while the jokes ore as
fresh, as harmless and spontaneous ,ls the water
bubbling from II spring. Whoever desires TO pass
a Pleasant evening should not fail to visit FOrd's
this week. THE Royal MILDLY is underlined for
next week.
Theatre Comiquc.
The fine variety Entertainment Mt the Comique
was witnessed last night by large audience.
There will be q matinee at the usual hour this
/ afternoon.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

The Philharmonic Society having been requested
to repeat the concert OF April 90 will this evening
comply with the request and afford treat which
should be missed by no one In order that every
one might have a chance to enjoy the rich pro
granme that will be presented the price of admis-
sion has been fixed ut hfty cents. The ALcien
Mariner" the cantata that will he sung. Is full o
gems. Mr.. Toedts solo, "Thc Harbour Bay wa!
repeatedly encored. AT the Worcester festival last
year he received double cncoro for this solo
The choruses will be rendered by over one hun
dredvo,ces. Tie soosts are Miss Eva Mills, Mrs
L. X. True, Mr. Theo Toedt and Mr.. William Il
Pruett. Seats can be secured at Ellis.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

The clerk of the court has issued the following
marriage licenses A. II. Bronkos and NJ. T. Smyth;
Julius o. Berg, of Baltimore, Md, and Minnie L.
Young Of this city; w. Wanzer and Lotita John
Miles ana Ellen Kelly; Bailey Fields and Rachel
TolliyCr.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

That cooking is an art has come to be an ad.
mitted fact, and to promote this art, q number OF
ladies in Washington have organized and dcsig-
mated committee to establish Il school for the In.
slruction Of servants, young girls and others in
practical cookery and housc-worI. The first sten
in this direction is to be n series of twelve lessons
in practical cookery by Miss Juliet Corson, super
utendent Of the New York cooking school. (See
special notice. Popular support Is invited, and
should be most literally given to n measure which
promises TO contribute to the comfort and pleasure
Of the whole community.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

assorted stock of shoes In the city for gents lades
misses, boys and children all the latest styles and
kinds, at the lowest prices, at GartrCrs 800 scycr III
street. corner of
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07
CRY ITEMS.


When such mcnUs the Rev DR.. Rankin Rev DIR.
Harvey Professor Green, Dr. Bartine, Colonel
others equally trustworthy certify over theIr
own signatures TO tie marvellous efficacy Of
Warmers Safe Kidney and Liver Cure in the
dispa rur Which II is recommended, 1t is time to
dismiss dOuhts on the subject.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

GENTLEMEN who want cheap business suits should
sec the stylish cut-awuy sacks and university coats
at FROM SD 80 per suit M, brought out this spring
by Devlin & Co., of New York Call at their branch
Office, 1920 Il street
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

SEE advertisement Of the Equitable Life Assur-
Once Society. Office removed 10 1920 New York
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07
New ANNOUNCEMENTS.
Thermometrio Headings.
OFFICE CHEF SIGNAL OFFICER. u, 3. A..


For the Middle Atlantic States cooler norherly
winds, back 10 warmer west aud southwest, rising
barometer aud clear weather.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07
The Philharmonic Concert.

HANDSOME fancy mating. % cents, at julius
Lansburgh's Popular Carpet House, 42l Seventh
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

$50 Palr Gem solitaire Diamond studs,
weight / a caTats, brilliant and finely cut. Jdcob
Bros, 1919 Pennsylvania avenue.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

Coon straw mating 10 cents at Julius Lans
burgh's POPULAR Carpet House, 42l Seventh street
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

JUIUs LANsBuRGH, 42l Seventh street, received
within the last few days 1900 rolls Of China Mat
ting, which he proposes TO sell at startling prices.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

OF mems shoes In the city at Park Shoe Store o..
Seventh street. Remember positive closingo
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

THE Rowland Dental ASSOCIATION. 2l1 Fourand.
ahalf street, use only 5. S. Whites artificial teeth
Philadelphia. Price. 81 per set.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

coRsrrs-Eyery desirable make. Douglass Bros.
Ninth and i streets.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

PARAsors-New and elegant designs. Douglass
Bros, Ninth and streets
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

Handsome Cluster Diamond Pin,
containing stones, weight 21S carnts, sO0. I'm.
usual bargain Jacobs Bros, 1929 Pennsylvania
atrn
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07
ALBANYs vs.. NAr1oNMs-To.morrow at a.l5 p. m.

Si5o-2l<- Carat solitaire Diamond Ring,
gem cut, unusual brillancy and perfect Jacobs
Bros l22o Pennsylvania ave.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

200 Pairs Ladies' Buttnn Boots at -,
fine kid just received, best In the city a. Brock
new shoe store, SJ2 Seventh street.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07
THE TELEPHONE

has been introduced into THE NATIONAL RE
PUBLICAN Office, and can be used in making
orders for advertisements, subscriptions or job
work
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07
Georgetown News.

IIosIERY-Spring and summer styles Douglass
Bros Ninth and streets.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

EVERY certificate we publish regarding DR.. Bulls
Cough Syrup Is genuine and we will pay a reward
OF 81 goo to any one proving the contrary In single
casey ogCler Meyer Co., baltimore, Md.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

Tic Utmost Assortment

to 4S2 Seventh street, opposite our old stand, on
May 6. II, Harris d Co.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

THE mere thought Of rheumatism sends shud-
der through the whole system. Durang's Remedy
cures at once.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

For full line Of China mating at popular prices
go to Julius Lansburgh, odd Fellows Hall.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07
4 Chance to Boy Bargains

previous to our removal is now offered to all, +
lInnrL- A N
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07

Going on the Other side,
TO 432 Seventh street, opposite our present store
ON NAV 6. Il. Harris & 20.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-07
Baltimore ana Ohio Depot, corner New Jor-
soy Avenue aud & street.

tArriye daily. Others s
Ed- For the time OF del
tisru!ents elsewhere.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1880-03-28

A CORRESPONDENT in this issue Of
the HERALD signing himself ''In-
quirer" asks some questions of the
City Council concerning the proposed
canal, which We think are abun-
dainty answered in the Councils
address TO the votsrs. As to the route
of the canal in the city, the Council
states that the old Church Canal
will be adopted. "At what point
will the canal leave the city?" our
correspondent asks. 1t is hoped that
it will not leave the city at all. As
to the raising of Ulah Lske, that is
q matter that does not figure now,
and may never enter into the queE-
ton. In a season of very low water
it is possible the Like may have to be
rsised somewhat, in which case some
land on the shores would have to be
purchased. Heretofore the trouble
has been from too much instead of
not enough water in the lake. The
Councils address and statement is
clear, concise and az full as it is
necessary to make it. or indeed as it
could be made at this stage of the
enterprise