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Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
BALL LAST EVENING.
How the Members OF HaTktns SEN.
ate Celebrated their THIRD An.
mUAh.

ate Celebrated their THIRD AM
nual.
According to announcement, the Har-
kins' Senate held the boards at Web
ster's Dancing Academy, Masonic Hall
asst evening, it being the occasion of
their third grand annual reception.
The young men composing the Senate
have been for some time past engaged in
making preparations that would insure
their friends an evening Of genuine
pleasure and enjoyment, and they have
been amply rewarded for their labors,
as the affair last night was ons Of the
most recherche ever given in this
city. The grand march which moved
promptly at 1870 o'clock, and in which
"a "lads and lassies fair" took part,
presented scene of brilliancy seldom
equalled in a ball room, and ELECTED
the appreciation of the many specta-
tors, who had assembled to witness the
affair. The column was led by Master
of Ceremonies, Anthony Harkins and
lady, followed by Floor Manager, +.
P. Mellon and assistants, H. E. Stsv-
enson. A. L. Rawnsley, G.. G. Bratton,
J. L. J. Taggart and E. .P. Smith and
their ladies, and it was evident from
the mastery manner in which the diff
cult and intricate evolutions were per-
formed, that the "veteran" on the lead
had made study of this particular
feature, and was in every way compe-
tent tor the position. At the conclu-
sion of the march, sets were formed, and
the excellent program arranged by the
management, entered upon in a man
ner that told that the Senate and their
guests were bent ON having good
time. About 2 o'clock recess was
taken and refreshments of superior
quality aud in abundance were served.
The inner man having been replenished,
dancing was resumed, and the light
hearted maidens and their attendants,
obliveous to the OUTER world, tripped
the "light fantastic" till the rosy
streaks of dawn tinted the eastern hori-
zon, when they dispersed with the
wish that they might have the pleas
ure of participating at the senate's
"fourth." Messrs. Ritchie, Worth and
Ellinger furnished excellent music, and
each lady taking part in the grand
march was presented with beautiful
program.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
COnfessIng Murder In His Sleep.

CHICAGO, Jan. 2l.-One week ago
Jacob Miller, saloon and boarding
house keeper in Archer avenue, was
called to his door and shot dead by
person then unknown. Last night the
polics arrested Capt. Jas. B. Dixon, a
stock yard rough, for the murder,
and quietly locked him up. To-day
the particulars of his capture, which
are rather remarkable, were made pub
lie. On the day of the tragedy Dixon
engaged board at the Drovers' Hotel,
but soon aftsrward disappeared. Night
before last he returned for lodging, and
was given q room in company with a
Mr.. Barrett, who is employed in one
of the packing houses, During the
night Barrett noticed that his compan-
ion was restless, and for this reason
was unable to obtain much sleep him
self. After tossing in bed for some
time and mltterlng unintelligibly,
Dixon finally seized revolver which
he had placed under his pillow, and
fourishing it above his head cried out:
81 finished the -o of a. | had
to kill him; had to do it." These
terrible words he repeated several
times, and his frightened roommate
was soon thrown irto a paroxysm Of
fear by the accidental discharge of
the revolver. Barrett then left the
room, and as soon as daylight appear
ed informed the police OF what he had
heard. Detectives were at once dstail-
cd to investigate the case, and having
satisfied themselves that they had
found the right man, they arrested
him. The murder was unprovoked,
the men being strangers, and not
word passing between them.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
FINE PAINTINGS.
The Ola harley MtII-A Marine
View.

Mr.. Harry Price, son of the late jos
eph Price, formerly of this city, intends
during the coming spring and summer
to visit Wilmington and to take views
of the different portions of the Brandy.
wine, commencing at this city, and OK.
tending for several miles upward. He
has already painted most excellent
and exact representation of the "Old
Barley Mill" which is now in the win.
dow of Messrs. s. R. Ball & Co., No.
SIT Market street. Most of our read
ers will recognize this building in the
picture at glance.
This ancient building was celebrated
fer its being once occupied by Arshi-
bald Rowan "a celebrated Irish patriot)
as a place for carrying on calico print,
ing. He was engaged in the rebellion
of the united Irishmen in 1895, against
the English government, was captured
and would undoubtedly have been ex
ecuted had he not made his escape in a
novel manner. A woman dressed like
his wife came to visit him in the Jail
His carriage was before the door. She
carried with her q suit OF similar cloth.
ing to that in which she was dressed
A cry Of FIRE was raised just as the jailol
was unlocking the cell, and during the
consequent excitement and confusion he
dressed himself in the disguise and ss'
capped to Wilmington.
For effect lie assumed poverty, and At
one time wheeled barrow full Of
spruce beer through the streets of Will
mington. He lived in small frame
building close to this mill, with no CON-
pany but two dogs, whom he called Sal.
ly and Charles. He was afterwards
pardoned, had his estate returned to
him and returned to Ireland. lie was
very grateful to our citizens for their
kindness to him while he was in this
city. In his magnificent mansion he
had room which he called "Wilming
ton" and entertained those from this
city, who visited him, in most bounti-
full manner. He was once visiting Ham.
burg, Holland, when Wilmington ves-
sci arrived in that port and after long
search hs found the captain and gave
him and a portion of his crew most
magnificent entertainment.
There ia also to be- seen in the win.
dow of Preston Ayars,at No. 305 Market
street, marine picture painted by
Henry 0. Turner, rising young COL
ored artist, who has displayed an as
tonishing talent in his profession. He
IS the son OF the Rev. Mr.. Turner, a
colored clergyman of Philadelphia
1t represents two vessels Of the past
century engaged in conflict. Mr.. Tur-
ner devotes his talent entirely to ma
rine pictures. Mr.. Price has taken
quite an interest in him, and has ad-
lnitted him into his studio.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
Franklin Circls Anniversary.

The seventh anniversary OF Franklin
Circle, B. U. Fl. f. C. A. was held last
evening in the McClary building. The
attendance was large, every seat being
taken. The exercises opened with an
opening oue Of Scott NJ. E.church choir.
Professor Crabb gave several select
readings, and his rendition ofthe "Ro-
man Gladiator" is thought to have
been the best he has ever recited. Rev.
y. b. Duval, pastor of the First Presby-
terian church, delivered an able address
on "Truth, Hope and Love-" Mr..
James Lamb entertained the audience
with an amusing dutch oration. The
"Merry Sleigh Bells" by Miss Annie C.
Logan,was well recited. The programme
was varied one and reflected great
credit on the committee in charge.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
NEW ADVERTISENIEMTS.
TDUBL1C BALE

PUBLIC SALE -o,-
TWO BRICK DWELLINGS
Nos. 12 and "A Robinson street, betweaR
Poplar and Lombard.
ON SATURDAY. JANUARY 81, 1880,
at4 p. m, on the premises,
Without postponement, withdrawal or un-
derpidding.
No. Il is a three-story brick. and two-story
brick back building with rooms and O.
shed kitchen, lot 19X81 IT. In. including HEu
o 2 1T. alley with right of way for the adj0ln-
ing property No. IA.
No. IA is q two and-a half story brick, with
four rooms and attic and back shed kitchen,
lot 1Sx77 1T. in. with right Of way to adioin-
ing alley on No. 12property.
These properties are 10 portion of the city
adjacent to large manufacturing establish
ments, where houses are in ready demand for
selling and especially ior rentiG z. The sale
Is to close an estate; will of course be posi-
tive, and will pay to attend.
| 1EhMs FOR EACH DwELLING.-One-half of
the selling price may remain on mortgage,
secured by proper Fire Insurance, and the
balance equally divided in cash and notes
with approved endersers at three and six
months, bearing interest from the day of SALE
Possession Of No. IA immediate upon settle
ment, and of No. IL on 25th of March. 1880.
Rent togo to purchasers upon settlement.
]. 7. HEALD,
1-24-2s-3O-l Agent to effect the sale.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
AMUsEM ENTs.
Miss Anderson Tonight - The
Evangellne Troupe - Dramatic
Notes.

EvApNE.-This evening Miss Mary
Anderson will be present in our city.
The role which she takes is purely
classical and one which will bring out
to the fullest extent the extraordinary
dramatic power Of this brilliant actress.
She is favorite among our people in
her being represented all the grace and
virtue Of devotse together with that
historic ability which with tagging foot
steps has hardly kept pace with Thes.
plan progress. Miss Anderson is a
ardent lover Of the art, and does or
plays nothing but what Is consistent
with that elevated spirit, the radia-
ting influence of legitimate drama. AS
an assiduous laborer in and for ths
good Of the art we welcome her. Her
appearance will be greeted by a COM
plimentary outpouring.
RIcE's EvANGELINE-Wednesday eve
ming, January 2sth, 10 the date upon
which the opsratic bouffe extravaganza
of" Evangelins" will be presented.
" Evapgeline is one OF the brightest,
merriest, and most delightful musical
extravaganzas now on the American
stage. The fun is continuous and the
localisms introduced with the happiest
results. The extravaganza will offer to
our readers an evening of bright and
merry nonsense, none the less enjoyable
tor its utter absurdity.
DRAMATIC NOTES.
The "Mirror" has fine picture Of
Milton Mobiles on its first page this
week.
The Pirates Of Penzancs at the Broad
Street Theatre, Philadelphia, Febru-
ary I'd.
The season in Wilmington has bssn
a very good one. Thus for all the
troupes good, bad and indifferent have
been we'll patronized.
Wagner, the famous German compo-
ser, was, at last accounts, insane and at
deaths door.
Humpty Dumpty will give a matinee
in the afternoon previous to the even
ing performance.
There is no truth whatever in the
reported prospective marriage of Ade-
laide Nelson.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
DuPont Post. q. A. n.

Major VIM. Y. Swiggett has written
letter to the National Adjutant Gen.
eral of the g. A. R. desiring to know
the cause of the delay of the charter
of DUPONT Post. The charter is expect
ed by Monday next when call will
be issued and the new Post instituted
snd the officers will be installed. 1t il
expected that Scott Post of Philadel.
phia will visit this city and install the
new post.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
Big free Fossils.

A special despatch from Washington
says:
Two large fossil trees are now on
their way to Washington from the wss-
tern part of New Mexico, designed for
the new National Museum. General
Sherman, while on his tour of inspec-
tion to the military posts in New Mex
leo, examined some Of the large pstli-
factions which abound in the vicinity
of Fort Wingate, and he was so much
impressed with the value of these speci.
mems that he decided to have them
brought to Washington to be placed in
front of the door of the National Muse
um. The two specimens referred to
will each weigh several tons; they will
serve as conspicuous representations
of the ancient fora Of the region frem
which they came. The eutire country
surrounding the spot where these fos-
sill trees are so abundant is at the pres
ent day utterly destitute Of vegetation,
save few pinions and other stunted
trees, which are of little or no use.
This was not the case in times long
past, for the two immense specimens
now on their way to Washington, accor-
ding to Gen Shermau's account were
not alone. The country is literally
covered with the remains Of an ancient
forest, representing great variety OF
vegetation, and establishing the fact
beyond doubt that this entire country
which is now only inhabited by Few
tribes of Pueblo Indians and covered
all over with evidence OF extinct tribes
and which is destitute of vegetation
and 80 arid that there is no inducement
TO the settler, was once q tropical
country sbundantly supplied with trop-
ical fruits and vegetation. Gen. Sher-
man is much interested in the pressr-
vation of such specimens, and enoour-
ages every one connected with the army
to make collections in all branches OF
science.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
Dead RSdy FOumd de

The body of Mrs. Laitmer, Of Han,
nibal, N. Y, was found on the beach
near Milwaukee, yesterday. Ithad ap.
parently been in the water two weeks,
and there were several deep wounds
on the head, whether from coutact with
ice or some sharp instrument could moi
bs determined. Deceased was spending
the winter with her cousin, Mrs. Sher.
man, and disappeared on the 9th inst
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
Tho WNatheF.

TsF Department, Office of the Chief
|asI ny Officer, Washington, Jan. 26-l
EElalcations q for saturday-For the
pa't States, clear and fair weather,
E|;eFIy winds, backing to southerly,
|A0Oary or slight rise in tempera.
\, and rising, followed by falling
lOn9ter.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
OtlGe.

J,s. France gives notice to his friends
N customers that he has fully recov-
,.J from the rheumatism, and Is now
,,1v TO give his whole attention to
ou:, painting in all It's branches. All
rJars by postal card or left on the slate
Ma shop, cor. Seventh and 5hipley
|,rsts, will receive prompt and per-
Nnal attention.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
Committing an Assault.

t'N Turner was arraigned at the
Se court last evening, on the charge
N R@allt and battery and threatening
y barn to his wife, Mary Turner,
lNe conduct has been the theme OF
A'k in the upper part of the Fifth
|t'5' Tor several days. Mr.. Turner
l'aed Cd guilty to the charge and was
FuS5 and costs and required to fur
S4oO bail to keep the peace. Mr..
promptly paid the cost and the bail
alRo furnished. 1t is important
.pe good name of our city that the
'@r should be dropped.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
HOuses wanted.

Mr.. Samuel Caltert real estate agent
has advertised in another column call
ing the attention o. property owners to
the fact that he is ready to enter into
negotiations towards renting their prop
erty. Mr.. Culbert rents his houses to
none but responsible tenants, his com.
mission is small and settlements are
prompt.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
worthy of Limitation.

II is stated that James Grant veal
thy citizen Of Iowa, has brought up
and educated and set up in business
fifteen orphan boys. This is an exam
pie worthy of imitation and we com-
mend IL to the attention OF wealthy
citizens who are not blessed with chill
dren OF their own. In no other way
can they better discharge their duty to
the community than by contributing to
aid those who are without wealthy or
influential friends.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
Eotlce to Ladies'.

Tickets for bf. Stevens course Of FIVE
|,n,trs,pI lectures will be on sale at
n ticket ctiios at the Grand Opera
|oa,a aud at C. +. Thomas Il Co.'s
ook store until Wednesday noon, the
slb inst. Price for the full course,
|itA reserved seat, so cents. Call early
nd select good seats.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
..Dangorous Crossing

The Street Commissioners attention
is called to the dangerous condition Of
the street at Ninth and Pine. There ia
q large hole in the middle of the street
and it is dangerous for wagons to pass
in that direction. Itwould be we'll for
the street Committee to look into this
matter at once, otherwise they may be
required to pay large sum if any dam
age is dene to pedestrians passing that
neighberhO0d.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
An Excellent Remedy.

Said 4 lady a few days ago: 81 was
,ppiIq cured of sick headache by
Iins D-. simms' Vegetable Liver Pills,
Isr suIering three years." They are
stectly non,griping and non-sicken.
y. 25 cts. and 81. Depots, 4th and
log ,.reets, and 602 Arch street, Phil
isIpba. Sold by dealers.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
Roets and shoes.

Danisl NoCusker, ZIG W. I'd street,
b got in large stock of boots and
hos for the fall trade, and is deter
incl to sell them cheaper than any
|pqse in the city. Give him q call and
I've money.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
Opinion Rendered.

The U. S. Circuit Court met this
morning when Judge Bradford deliver
ed his opinion in favor of the appoint.
nent of U. s. Supervisors of Elections,
in accordance with the prayer of the
petitioners.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24

NYoTICE.-AT A MELTING OF THE
IN Boa,c of Managers of the "Fatmsrs'
Mutual Fire Insurance Company Of the State
OF Delaware" held October 2lSt, 1879, the
Treasurer was directed to pay in cash, to tho
several members OF the company, q dividend
Of 10 per cent of the balances standing to
their credits respectively on the 3lst of De-
90 mber, 1879, said dividend to be payable ON
the hrst Monday in May, 1880.
Ia 4w-tuaf W. A. LA MOTTE, Treas.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
Tho FlfAs Herring.

\ ''sn,erdsy's"C 81 Chester Evening News"
- mat the first herring OF the season
w. reached that city, were brought
|, JACOB Cline, a fish dealer, and that
= y were caught in the Delaware river
Y" Delaware City.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
HArRnInA

be found in every department Of
|u.sell Il Spencer's immense stock Of
Ey goods and small wares, as we in
kntOry Feb. ID. All remnants and
Dds to be closed out regardless of cost.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24

Jonas Kelser, real estate agent, sold
q tract Of IS acres belonging to Mrs.
Cstharine Deakyne, in Thoroughfare
Neck, to John Cottrell Of Canada. for
5000 cash.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24

ESOR RENT.-A VALUABLE PROPER
n ty near Columbus Ian, on the Kenuett
Turnpike, with three dwellings, stabIing.
shops, etc.. with about two acres of land.
Possession March. rs, 1880. Apply to
W. MoCAULLEY,
6Os Market st.. Wilmington, DEL,
or to ELI NICHOLS,
LA OF Csntreville, Del.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
State OF the I'm ermo m eter

EAs REPUBLICAN, Office, on Saturday
Pong, Jan. "a:
CLOCK, 10 O'Clock, II o'clock
81 42o 45o
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
Choice Apples.

N L. Janney, 1903 King street, has
|Arrceiv4d a car load Of choice ap-
|es sound as dollars. Give him o call
ID Get something nice in the apple
ha
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24

A large illicit distillery was seized
and 5000 gallons of beer and mash were
destroyed, in Gilmore county, Ca, on
the 18th inst.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
kaRA Nancy

b buy your table linens, towels and
fpkjuS of Russell & Spencer before in
bntOry Feb. "a.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
Getting Ready for War.

A dispatch from Berlin, January %.
says: A bill has been presented in the
Bundesrath proposing an addition Of
eleven new regiments Of infantry and
two of artillery and one battalion Of
pioneers to the German srmy, one reg
iment of infantry to be Bavarian, two
Saxon and the rest Prussian. The bill
also proposes an addition Of thirty-two
field batteries to the already existing
artillery fsrce. The change centempla-
ted would entail a permanent yearly
outlay of seventeen million marks and
Urinary expenditure Of twenty-seven
million marks.
The bill further provides that the
strength of the army on peace foot
ing from April, 1881 to March, 1883,
shall be one per cent. Of the population
thereby raising the present peace force
from 40l 900 to 427, $50. The preamble
to the bill justifes the increase by re-
ference to the comprehensive army re-
forms introduced by the neighboring
States, which leave the German army
numerically in the rear, even after TAX
ing into consideration the newly pro-
posed increase in its infantry and ar
tillery branches.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
Horse Wanted.

( We have room for one more horse in
rstatIe, and guarantee satisfaction
low rates, at the boarding stable,
SAipley street.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
The Maine Fnstcnlsts.

Ssn'r. usmlin has quieted down since
the Republicans obtained the decision
of the Supreme Court that their Legis.
laturs was legal, and he now thinks
that peace will prevail. Although II
years old, Mr.. Hamlin showed all the
vigor Of a young man when Governor
Garcelon reSorted to a revolutionary
method to obtain control OF the State,
and he favored resorting to extreme
measures to oheckmate the revolution
lists. He said, publicly, that he was in
favor of using force, and would be one
of the number to go to the State House
and pitch GaIcelon's supporters into
the street. The counssls of Mr.. Hamlin
did not prevail, however, and the good
sense of men like ex-senator Lot N.
Morrill,, General Chamberlain and Sen
ator Blaine served to bring order out OF
chaos and to restore the machinery OF
the State to the party entitled to man
age it.
Senator Hamlin is of the opinion now
that the Fusion Legislature will be held
together for while, because sufficient
money has been raised among certain
Democrats to pay the necessary expen-
ses incurred. After fifteen or twenty
thousand dollars have been expended
in this way the money will stop, and
then the Fusion Legislature will vanish
from sight.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24

TyOR RENT.-A THREE-ST0RY BRICK
IL house with nine reoms and large store
southeast corner Of Third and Freach streets.
Also two stores Nos. 2O2 and 2O4 East Third
street. 1.A-sawtf
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
Carpets.

u,s,rs. Ksnnard L Co. advise their
.atom.rs who will need to purchase
,nsts sny time soon to do 80 now, as
I materials which enter into the
y t'nnf,cture Of these goods have In
.nv instances advanced from 30 TO
Ia F1D1 per cent, and manufacturers will
n, forc.nt orders to be delivered at
I'Ins Those in want will do we'll to
s.,s u,ssrs. X. & Co. Is suggestions and
|. nnou them, as they speak advised.
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24
SPECIAL MENTION.
,,oa,cal COnsni 3 tatiOns.

l. K, Coonlsy, NJ. D., with over 20
ara n n prsctice, can tell ssyour diseases
' S'i' 1oofing at the face and hand. spe-
E.lt,jss-scrotula, t lameness and weak.
A's a oS either sex. will remain several
s'J s.,, " vet. at No. s02 West oth street.
|seuld 'ou' your physician fail to cure you,
pv W Wand talk with this doctor between
'' y NJ. ard 4 p. IN. Terms according to
raarnpTlt
Daily Republican., 1880-01-24

OARDE WANTED AT NO. sok
ID Shipley street. 1.Mlms