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National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06
ovERCoAT WEATHER.
why the Gold Wave struck us 40 Soon
An Interesting Talk About II.

what in the world is the matter with
the weather. said shvering REPUBLICAN re-
porter yesterday to Mr.. /. r. Noyes who is good
authority on the subject.
"sit down and I'll tell you all about It."
Our reporter Rugged up close to the stove and
listened to the following;
The heat OF midsummer this year continued
long past the usual time. The afternoon of tho
18th was still summer-lke and quite cloudy.
Toward evening, however q change came in the
atmosphere, and the weather gradually grew more
in harmony with the season of the year. Later in
the evening the cold north wind became quite n
gale, and the thick clouds wcrc hurricdly waited
to the southeast. The cold Of carly winter seemed
upon us, and II promised TO be a cold night
Toward midnight, however, the wind lullcd.
THE SKY WAS CLEAR
the moon and stars stood out in bald relief like on
a clear winters night Amer all the temperature
of fall maintained ITSELF The transition was not
seemed content to simply advance TO the season
Of the year. Had this change occurred two or
world.it would have been great feather in the
hat OF Mr. Ncnnor; but seeing that II did not occur
when he implied II would. and that the rain he
nothing about II at this time, 1t cannot well be
scored 70 him, although We would not be surprised
to seS him him claim + Why did i occur aud why
called attention TO the weather map, and en-
deavored to get people TO learn to read 1t. The
weather map explains II all, and explains why II
could not have been forctold.
ON THE MORNING or THE irH OF OCTOBER
rear lines of" Low" Just fingered Oh the Atlantic
coast. Where was the centre? As we have no
stations on the Atlantic Ocean II Is impossible to
ascertain where Low " Is but a posteri0ri-ie, by
the direction Of the wind. Tho wind being nj
ways toward the point Low" dow barometer,
which OH this occasion must have been Off ON the
ocean IN the nelghborhood of what the sniors call
the " Devils Corner" that stormy section lying be-
tween Cape IIaiteras aud the bermuda Islands
There was no new Low" on the map. "IIigh "
was In the northwest This being the case we had
northwest wind yet not wind from very far
north, hence not very cold, but Just cold enough
for nice fall weather. Rather sudden, but now
that 1t Is upon us q very delightful change from
the oppressive weather of mid summer.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06
THE FIRE COMMISSIONERS.
Proceedings Mt Their Regular Monthly
MISUNDERSTANDING ttncks the IHorses.

All the members of the Board of Fire
Commissioners were present at the regular monthly
meeting last evening, the first business considered
being the monthly report of the Chief Engineer.
He stated that there had been nineteen alarms of
fire, involving n loss of 81 500. upon which there
was an insurance OF sl,40o. Attention was called
to the condition of Virginia avenue In front Of
No. .enrlne.housc, and 1t was requested
that the District Commissioners would make
needed repairs. "Plnk eye" the new horse dis.
ease, had attacked five horses belonging to the de-
p1rtmcnt, and two others were on the sick list
with other diseases. Superintendent Miles, OF the
fire alarm telegraph reported the line IN good
condition, and, III referring to the number of
alarms turned In during last month, said that it
was unusually large, the average for the past ten
years not having exceeded nine alarms during the
month of September. Applications for positions on
the department were received and filed from w. l..
IInmmack Leo Simmons, W. l.. Phillips. and w.
II. Chlds, and the resignation Of n. W. Wilkinson,
of No. company, was accepted. A favorable rec
Ommendntion was made upon the claim OF George
SchlOsser for fourteen weeks care Of the late James
Fleming, who died from injuries received the night
orNovembcr ., 1880. by being knocked down aud
run over BY the carriage Of the assistant chief en-
gineer,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06
MoNpAYa MAnNlrupR.
A Most Attractive ProKransme Arranged
for the OpeninR Day or tl,e OrioIe.


The military feature of the 0riole in
Baltimore next week will be second only to the
oriole pageant itself The Filth Regiment will
parade in full strength and will act MS escort 10 It's
special guests Of the day-the Washington Artll-
lery and the Washington Rifles There will DO
quite number Of other visiting military compa-
mics, and the turnout will greatly eclipse the mil
tary day Of the sesqu Centennial last year. There
will also be In line the entire fro department Of
the city, together with several visiting organiza-
tons. Following them will be large number Of
uniformed civic organizations, embracing the DIFF
ferent Masonic memberships, the odd Fellows,
Knights Of Pytbias, Rcd Men, and the like Upon
the whole the parade will be exceedingly attract
i've, and enlivened ns Il will be, by numerous
bands and drum corps, win prove most decidedly
one Of the main features of the throo days cele-
bration. In fact Monday is to be very In
teresting day throughout. The morning pro-
oeedngs will be Of a most notable char
acter, the fountain erected on Monument
Square, and through which the new water supply
will be first introduced, being Of unusually large
dimension and Of novel and most graceful design
The reception of the French visitors by the mayor
and city council will be n notable event, Baltimore
having determined TO impress the entire country
by the honos paid to the distinguished French
men. The Baltimore and Ohio will run no less
than eighteen trains fto1 this city TO Baltimore on
Monday from morning to three o'clock in the nfler-
noon. In order to accommodate those who desire
to remain and attend the bicycle exhibition at the
Baltimore Rink during the evening special trains
will be run as late as ten, eleven o'clock and mid
night. The French visitors, the Governor, mayor,
and many other distinguished people will be
present at the rink, and the riding will be by the
most expert wheelmen Of New York, Philadelphia,
Washington, and Baltimore clubs.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06
GEORGETOWN LAW COLLEGE.
Interesting Lecture by Judge Richard
son ON " judicial Notice."

The law school of the Georgetown Uni
versy resumed Its course Of lectures last evening,
the opening lecture being delivered by Hon.
william A. Richu dsOn, OF the United States Court
OF Claims who had chosen for his subject "Ju.
dicIal Notice" The lecturer cited various In
terestng instances and decisions bearing upon this
subject. especially the early settlement of Oregon
and other Territories, and a case against
the United States Government based upon
by him simply as Governor" The court in
deciding against the holder Of the note, reviewed
enactments in relation TO Il, and concluded by
giving the history of the controversy conflict Of
authority between Kearney and Fremont in rela-
ton TO the establishment of civil territorial
government The lecturer pointed out that much
is len TO the good sense and sound Judgment of
each individual judge as TO what he may consider
worthy of Judicial notice." The lecture was lis
tened 10 with close attention, and its conclusion
received with hearty applause.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06

The regular monthly meeting of the
association was held on Tuesday evening at No.
oil Four-anda half street, DIR, s. A. II. McKlm in
the chair and DR.. f. p Rowland secretary. Es.
says were given by DR.. McKim on Fruits In Dis.
ease" and by Mr.. II. d. MoultOn on Dwarf Pears"
Much information was given in the essays that
was interesting and practical. The excursion
committee reported that the excursions given by
the association during last summer were uni.
formly pleasant and agreeable and commended by
tho general community for their order, temper.
ance and hociablllty, and have maintained their
past reputation In this respect Now that the Po-
become body corporate and has leased Glymont
where no Intoxicating drinks will be hereafter
Sold the association will he able TO have their IN.
ture excursions and exhibitions even more attract
i've. Several watermelons were on exhibition,
raised by j. Holman smith AZ the close of the
and pronounced superior in favor, which the
raiser claims 10 be owing 10 his only allowing one
melon to grow on single vine. On motion. ad.
lOurned TO meet on the first Tuesday In November
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06
Professor Doncn'. SILVER wedding.

Professor Henry DoDch, the well-known
musician, and Mrs. Donch, celebrated their silver
wedding Monday evening at their residence, No
60s II street northwest. In honor of the occasion
Professor and Mrs. Donch gave a handsome party,
which was largely attended by their many friends,
at which there WIS vocal aud instrumental music
and dancing Professor Donch, with his sons
Haydn's great quaftettes. and during the evening
. serenede was given by Professor Chris. Arths
band. which, among other selections, played ~
VIII BE True 10 Thee" The presents were numer-
Gus aud valuable, and embraced wide variety OF
'yi n WIFI, r a "so n "s wei ~ crhamen.al
feast TO which full Justice was done, after which
the dancers kept up the sound until nearly three
q. m. Among the guests were Mr.. i. NJ Lawton,
discussing clerk Of the War Department; Mrs.
Lawton, and daughters, Mr.. and Mrs. George
WsitzeriGh and their adopted daughter, Miss Rosie
Land ONCE; Mrs. Adams aud daughter Mr.. and
Mrs. Herman Kahlert and daughter, Mr.. aud Mrs.
H. Baker and daughter, Miss Josie Rice, of Pooles-
vile, Md, and Mr.. and Mrs. HallWood
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06

Building permits have been granted to
Hon. George NJ Robson, aorner Of o and Sixteenth
streets northwest, three-story brick dwelling 30
feet inches front, 60 feet deep, with rounded
brick cornice steep mansard roof and bay win.
dows running mp two stories, to cost 82S,000: Mar
tina II. ROwell, NJ street. between Fourth and Filth
northwest. three-story brick dwelling, $500
Bridget Leonard W street, between Fourteenth
and fifteenth northwest two.story brick dwell
ing, 81 900; Mr.. A. Kelly, 1872 Is street southwest,
brick back-building $40: Hitz estate. 223 Penn
sylvania avenue southeast, woodshed, SIS; Q. Bres-
nahan, remove frame dwelling from g street. near
Sixth southwest to Thirteencand- halfst be-
and streets southeast. repair roof, SO and W. ID.
Marche, 65i Pennsylvania avenue southeast, I'M
derpin dwelling 49,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06

Many citizens of Washington, beside
the members Of st. Patrck's parish will regret and
be shocked TO learn Of the death of Rev. Father L.
A. Morgan, formerly assistant to Father Walter, of
st. Patrlck's, which took place at noon yesterday,
at GAINESVILLE, Md where he was visiting for his
health He was for about two years asssl ant pastor
at st. Patrick's Church, succeeding hight Rev.
Bishop John j. Keane, OF Richmond; but his
health failed him, and for long time he has been
on the sick list. Saturday he was taken with a
severe hemorhage Of the lungs, and from that
time rapidly sunk until he passed away yesterday.
The remains will DO taken to Baltimore, where
the funeral will probably take place tomorrow.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06
ANNUAL SESSION
National Board or steam Navigation
Election or Officers.

baecttOu o. Otucefhs
The National Board of Steam Naviga-
ton convened In It's annual session yesterday at
the Ebbitt The attendance was not MS large as
previous years but there were represented forty
four of the largest steamboat companies in this
country. The officers are as follows President,
Captain f. W. Gould; first vcc-president, II. II.
Voolfolk, Of Louisville; second vlcc-presldent
j. ID. Coyle, OF Portland, Me-; third vice president
II. Il. Edmunds, Philadelphia; corresponding Sec
STy William Io James phiadepEin tTea sSTrg
f. W. Nickerson, Boston. In the list OF the execu-
tive committee, headed by John n. Bonnger. st.
lock, Of Cincinnati and c. W. Copeland, OF New
York, the pioneers Of the movement for
the protection of steamboat property from
spoliatiOn and imposition by means of bogus i'm.
provemenls, worthless patents. and Ubiquitous leg.
islation. The object OF the organization Is one of
elf-protcction for the Interests involved by fur.
nishing Congress with the facilities for legisntng
intelligently and cquitably upon the multifarious
AMI delicate questions constantly arising In con-
board was called to order by the president f. W.
Gould, with d. S. Osborn. of ST. Louis, secre-
tary. The report OF the treasurer, !. W.
Nickerson, of Boston. showed n gratifying
increase as compared with previous years In the
total of membership fees. Interesting reports sub
mittcd by General J. s. Negley Of Pittsburg, from
lighthouse establishment and on the preparation
Of statistics concerning the exports OF products Of
the United states, were discussed and adopted.
On motion of Is. 8. Osborn, the following was
adopted without dissent.
Whereas the United states Llfe-Savlng Service has
proved ofthe greatest usefulness In saving life and
property exposed To marine disaster upon coasts
and whereas the small pay accorded to Its officers
and crews Is sing their resignation In numbers
considerable threaten to seriously impair II not
to destroy Its utility by depriving II OF whose
professional ability aud long experience render them
Indispensable Therefore,
Resolved That Is ~ the interest of commerce and
navigation that the iifeSavlng Service shall be pre-
served in rs integrity, and we therefore earnestly
recommend TO Congress that measures be at once
taken to prevent II from falling into the drenry and
possible dsintegraon referred TO by providing for
such rates of compensation TO Its Officers and crews
shall insure to II the retention OF rstclass men.
At the evening session General j. S. Negley de-
livcrCd nn eloquent address upon the character
and services of the lite President. The board will
remain IN session TO day and then adjourn.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06
Yorktown Notes..

The Thirteenth Regiment New York
State Militia and the celebrated Dodsworth's Band
Of eghty-flve musicians, which will accompany,it,
will arrive in Washington on the 10th instant The
band which is the largest and oldest organic tlon
in the United States and has world.renowned
reputation, VIII give concert In this city on sun
great musical treat, Dodsworih's Band has been
secured by the Yorktown Centennial commission
for concerts at Yorktown,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06

Mr.. Arthur Mcknight, who was seri-
ously injured BY fall from third story window.
on Tuesday evening, requests a correction of the
statement made in yesterdays paper that he at
losing his balance while leaning out of the win
dow endeayorng 10 close the blinds. He assures
his friends that his sudden descent from the win
dow was n purely involuntary action on his part
The doctors have not as yet made a thorough ex-
animation to ascertain the extent of his injuries.
but express the opinion that they are no worse
than broken arm and q pretty bad shaking m
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06

The following Senators are in the city {:
Messrs, Johnston, of Virginia. COG Thirteenth street
northwest; Harris, OF Tennessee 5l5 Eleventh
street northwest Morgan. of Alabama, 40l @ street
northwest ingalls,, OF Kansas, GIL Thirteenth street
Jones, of Florida, lll6 street northwest; McMil.
Ian, OF Minnesota, Ebbtt House; Saunders, of Ne.
braska Arlington Hotel Miller of California,
1918 Connecticut avenue Blair ofNew Hampshire,
2O5 East Capitol street northeast; Teller of Colo.
RADIO, and Garland, of Arkansas,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06

A circular was issued yesterday by the
executive committee ofthe Association for the Ad.
vancement OF Winter calling in all straw hats for
the season Of 1881. The call Ia couched In tho
terse and forcible language tor which II has been
distinguished In former years The usual penalty
IL attached, summoning the offenders before the
bars In each ward OF the city TO answer the charge
In the presence OF their friends.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06
The Threats Against Gui,cnu.

One important thing to be considered
in regard TO popular vengeance upon criminal is
that many innocent people are liable to suffer, to
lose their lives while in the madness OF the hour
the criminal may even escape unframed Under
our present conditions IL would be impossible to
take popular vengeance upon Guiteau without
eudunReriug the lives of maily good pcOple
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06
LOCAL MENTION. 4


mr.. novee's TurIktsh hath,
600 z st., near Judiciary So, will occupy new bath
October /, iil7 St, opposite Riggs House.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06
DISTRICT BREvITIEs.


For The Middle atlantic States, including
me Distrd Of Columbia, fair tceothT, norhoasteriy
teinds stationary or rising barometer, stationary or
io,cer temperature.
The thermometric readings yesterday were as
follows! a. M, $50; IL a, M. 502o; D. M, $50 I;
p. M, 5Oo; II p. m, 40; maximum, go; mini.
num- 4i7o
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06

THE highestcash price paid for dresses and gents
Herzog, sos Ninth st., near Pennsylvania ave,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06

w
The coming ex hibltion of the NATIONAL FAIR
promises to be far greater and more Interesting than
before, and al desiring to exhibit must enter the
articles Mt the office as Sixth street. II such
hibtS will be received the Gth 7b and Sth at the
Office and conveyed to the grounds by the Assocla-
ton. Entries must be made Of once. All other par
ties designing to enter articles animals should also
enter them at once. DO not delay, and be sure and
come to the Fair. Space must be secured at once.
Call at the office.
WIN. e. CLARK, President
n m
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06

Fresh Aldcrney butter churned every morning,
and delivered In 1Slb. "ward" prints, ut 45c per TO-
Also cottage cheese, sc. per ball; but,crmilk, &C.
per quart, and sweet milk &C. per quart.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06

IL the gentleman whose lips pressed the lady's
snowy brow and thus caught a severe cold had but
used DR., Bulls Cough Syrup no docLoTsblll would
have been necessary
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06

-NNIWtflNs
my, phila. and Bait.
eNpreSS,,.".,.,.",..u...
Phlln,, halt. and way
lPlttsburg, Columbus,
Gin, and ST. LOUIS.
tPhila. and n. Y. ex...
Bait. and way statrns..
Ered'k. Point of Rocks
md way stAtlons....,
palt and Annnp. ex...
biartlnsburg and Hn-
gerstown nc. Met
branch ,.,,.,,.,u.....
tBalt. and way stains
lAnnnp, on Sunday
I baltimore express 80.
Bait. and laurel cx..
Trains marked I dnl'
daily except Sunday.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06

IS shares Washington city Gas Light compan,

n5Hs THE NORTH WASHINGTON
BSS BUILDING ASSOCIATION.
The first regular meeting OF this Association, for
at 81. JoSEPHS HALL, corner fifth and II streets
northwest, on I'll URS DAY, October next, at 73O
O'clock p m. This Association. just starting under
the most favorable auspices offers an excellent OPP
portunity for Investment All persons disposed to
take stock In building Association are invited TO
attend the meeting JOHN CONNOR, President
THOMAS j. SULLIVAN, Secretary
Subscriptions TO the stock of the Association will be
received by the following persons and at the hall
the night Of the meeting:
Frank Hume, 45i Penn. ave. n. W.
Daniel g. Hni rison, sth 81. and II. l. ave n. W.
James Ilagan. cor I'd and sts II. W.
David Rordan, cor. n. j. ave. and l. st. NV.
Thomas Henny, 4J6 Mass. ave. n. W.
p H. Dunn, 935 In. ave. n. W.
VIII. Riley, Government Printing ofice.
A. A. Brooke, 3i2 la. ave N. W.
Patrick Whitney, cor. North Capitol and Boundary.
John u. Johnson, COZ I'd st. n. W.
John Conner, cor. II and 9th sts n. W.
4 - vi ,en5N
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06

Turkish, Russian, and Sulphur Baths. p03 !
street. Only frst.class bath In the city
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06

IhUI TONIC
IRON Brr1Ens arc highly recommended for al
Diseases requiring certain and efficient tonic C..
pccidly Indigestion, Dyspepsia Intermittent Fetcrs,
Udnt Of appetite, Loss Of Strength Lack Of Energy,
&C. E,riches the hood, strengthens ne muscles, and
he digestive organs remopino all dy,pepiic symptoms,
such as tasting The food boichinO heat in he stomach
heartburn. &c. The only Iron Preparation that ,oil
not bocten he teeth or girc headache. Write Jor the
n Book, 80 pages, amusing aud useful reading sent
fee
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06
A RARE OPPORTUNITY

The ENccutrix ofthe late Thomas ]. s. Perry offers
FOR SALE AT RETAIL FOR CASH
THE STOCK OF DRY GOODS
In store.room on northeast corner of Pennsylvania
avenue and Ninth street
AT INVENTORY COST,
which In many cases Is from
81 TO so Per Cent. Less Than Prime Cost.
This sale is peremptory and Is well worthy the at
tentOn OF every one, MS the
STOCK MUST BE SOLD At ONCE
RB-TERMs POSITIVELY CAsH.-du
HB- All persons owing bills to PERRY & BROTHER
are requested TO make immediate payment at their
store.
PennsyIvnnia Avenue, cor. Ninth Street.
Be29-lmIcip
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-10-06

alsf0s
Prominent Arrivals.
NATroNAL.--S. Chadwick, Philadelphia; f. Rra-
MGR, New York; G. l.. Greek Harrisburg Pa; W. II.
Smith, II. A. Ravenscroft Cleveland, Ohio; A. stew.
art, Philadelphia; II. II. clifford, Now York; w. l.
Startling Columbus, Ohio; @. NJ. Hardy Chicago, ILL.,;
w. H. McBrown, New Mexlcoj J. D. Bond, West
Virgniai O ]. Nelson, San Francisco; ]. II. Won
derry, Middeburgh, Pa; G. LockhRrt Pittsburg Pn.;
II. NJ. II, Talcott, Richmond Va; j. L. Scott Grove.
ton, NC
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS johnson, Osborne John.
son, William IT, Blackford Baltimore; James G.
Walker, Richmond E. r. Ross, Pennsylvania; II. II.
Welch, Providence, II. l.; W. w. Baird; Chicago Iy-
man Phelps, Florida; l.. j. Rosenthal, =. w. Jones,
New York; George $. Kennedy, Philadelphia; r. NJ.
Freeman, Georgia; w r. Powell Richmond; !. IL.
Pope, California; p S. Terry, d. p HUI, Virginia.
EDnIrr.-E. w. Gould, st. Louis; T. II. Caswell, U.
s. N; Samuel Walker u. s. A.. General James 3.
Neglcy, Pttsburg. PA Rcv. J. Mex. plttnger Zanes-
villc Ohio; G. r. Paul, U. s. A.; Edmond Pendlcton,
IT,, Berkeley Springs, W. Va; Samuel Ronald Scot
land 3. X. Read, NJ steele, A. J. Kenyon, U. S. N
John Hunton'WyomingT Territory; James f. Rhoades
Philadelphia; j, NJ. Cnrdesa, Delaware.
wiLLARD's.-G. d. Burrows, sarotoga; H. ]. Oil.
lett Hartford, Conn; n. ID. wilson, p Iichborn, U.
s. N; L. Templeman, Louisiana; Il. Savage Boston;
ID. III. Valentine, Brooklyn; N. Gcoffroy, IT,, New
York; j. Jordan. Bridgeport, Pa; w. T.. Bead Mary.
land; A. j. Todd, New York; S. II. Kelsey, Port
land, Nc.
con, Colorado Springs, Col; r. NJ. Bradley; Il. J.
Crosby, Corlfund. N. Y; DIR. NJ. Chapman Nfaryland;
f. p Springer, Prevalence, H. l.. w, ]. Boggs Phila.
delphiai w. T. Houston, New Orleans; Lieutenant
Colonel Hutchins, British army
R1G0s.-T 8. Ellis, EPSON. England; w. +. Bart.
ley, Louisville, KY; H. Luz, West Virginia; Thomas
Smith, New Orleans; US Holmes and e. S. Darnell
Bostoni ID. a. Clooncy, New York; A. J. Thompson
England; S. Q. Rice, philadelphia.
AnLfNoToN.-1Ton. George =. Converse Ohio
William q. Park. Pittsburg; Hon. H. A. Elmer New
York; w. H. Carpenter, Natchez, Miss; John 4.
Green, Philadelphia.
woRMLEY's-T. C. Reed and +. ]. Phillips Now
York.