Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1881-06-04
1Ore About u Famous Washington
Street.

AitnOugn Lnere have been several al uicleS
published In reference to the historical square
On c street northwest, between Sd and Az
otreets, and the many distinguished person
many Items OF interest that cluster about the
lime honored square that are worthy OF inter
ST. Among the most celebrated persons,
whose names have been mentioned as having
ilVed there, are President Garfield. Senator
sherman, Gen Schenck, Phil. Barton Key
when shot by hon. Dan'l E. Stckles), Thomas
I. S. Senate" while living there, Hon. John
quincy Adams Gen. John A. DIX, and many
theirs. There are, however, many other celeb.
titles who have figured IN American politics,
ana whose names are quite familiar to all Among
inem, Senator Slidell, OF La, who was sent by
Jen. Davis to intercede for the confederate
states with France; Senator Bagby. OF Ala,
who represented that state In the Senate 30
ears ago; Senator Gwirn, of California; SEN
ator CoDkling, Of New York, while Repre-
sentative La the House from that state; Vice
PRESIDENT King. who was elected on the ticket
with President Pierce; Mr.. d'Osmea, Peruvian
minister. and many other.
While 1t is matter Of considerable interest
10 know who have lived on said street n ante
names OF some who still reside there, and at
The same time show that all interest Is no.
centered In the "West End?" To begin With.
IS Mr.. Edward Simms, retired banker. who
was director aud acting president of the
Bank OF Washington at the time that Presl-
lent jackson vetoed the bill to recharter the
United States Bank, which caused such
vas ntver witnessed before 10 the his
ory OF the republic. beginning In 1888 and
Using to its height IN 1886 Mr.. Sinlm3
) now 81 years OF age, and first came to Wash
ngton In 1906 when his father sent him with
wagon load OF hay for Preslde1t Jefferson-s
horses. Mr.. Simms may beseel every morr.
ng at an early hour taking his usual wa''',
VIZ pleasant smile: a gentle word and cor
.ial shake OF the hand for all who may chance
20 meet him SO early; Mrs. Maury, widow Of
Ion. John w. Maury. once mayor of the city,
and her daughters; MS. JnO. A. Smith and
iaIily, who own and occupy the homestead in
Which Francis S. Key, author OF re "Star
Spangled Banner" lived; Mr.. Samuel Emery,
WAC occupies the house once owned by Hon
David A. Hall, distinguished barflster Of
Washington In years past; Hon. Jno. E Norris,
for many Years president of the Jackson Demo-
cratic Association; Hon. ThOs j. Durant Mr..
w. B. Klbbey. Mr.. S. p Franklin, Rev. DR.. By
ron Sunderland, Mrs. DR.. Marry. daurhter Of
The late Mrs. Gso.ge Parker, whose home was
once so noted for ner grand entertainme ats.
where the elite of washington were wont to
assemble for gay ard fe stal enjoyment; Nc D.
Z. Murphy, Chief reporter OF United States Sen.
ate, dWells In the house built and occupied by
MIR. FltZhugh COyle; Hon. j. r. HaW.ey the
distinguished Senator from Connecticut, and
Senator Edgarton. Of Minnesota, have their
headquarters at 3l2 G street. the house built by
Dr. Fred. May. which is now a wei known
ooardtng-house, where many distinguished
naval officers and their families stop wien
viaitlng Washington, aud where Mrs. General
Games boarded year ago; Mr.. ChaS. Bradley,
cashier OF National Bank Of Republic: Ora
Walsh and Briscoe and many othe rs Well
Known in Washington circles Mrs. Robert
Blaine now owns houses SIC and 3lS In years
past known as the "COngressione! Houses"
from the number OF members who made their
cup;ed by Mr., Charles L. Clark and the other
by Mr.. Barker. Indeed, THIS seems to be the
square OF Washlngton. NJ A. A.