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National Republican., 1881-02-22
RsxIsiting Old Scenes.

Major Mordecai Mobley, of Dubuque,
Iowa, for many years principal clerk of the di-
vision of public lands in the General Land Office,
yesterday paid visit TO the scenes of his official
labor. The clerks, many of whom served with and
under the direction of the Major having heard of
his arrival in the city and the hour when he
would visit the Office, prepared to give him
hearty reception. So upon his arrival
he found the clerks assembled in the cor
ridor, and Mr. NJ. E. N Howell, the present
chief of the Majors division, greeted him with q
neat speech of welcome on behalf Of the clerks.
The Major was for a moment surprised and over
come by the joyful greeting, but quickly recover
ing self possession mounted astandand responded
in his happieSt vein. Major Mobley came upon
life's stage at the opening of the present century,
and is more than eighty years old. He is physic-
allv active for his years with mental faculties un
impaired. His former snboEdinateS and fellow
clerks wish him many returns Of his natal anni-
National Republican., 1881-02-22
WAITING FOR A VERDICT.
The Jury In the johnson Case Locked Up
All NiEi,f.

The case of John Silas Marshall John
son, indicted for the murder of James Z. Johnson
in March last, that has occupied thirty-two days
of the present term of the Criminal Court, was
given to the jury yesterday afternoon. When the
court reconvcned yesterday morning the chamber
was packed with a mass of people anxious to wit
ness the final proceedings in the case 1t is notice
able that a large majority OF the spectators were
colored and in fact, throughout the trial the col
ored people have manifested more interest in the
proceedings and the result than the whites. Dis
trict-A Attorney Corkhill resumed his summing UP
ofthe case Immediately after the court opened,
and closed at quarter past twelve o'clock,
having made a very complete argument.
After the usual recess number of additional
prayers were submitted by the defendants cOun-
sci. His honor then proceeded to deliver his
charge, and occupied one hour and thirty five
minutes in so doing. Considerable time was Used
up in deciding what prayers had been acted upon
and what rejected, settling exceptions, &c, and
finally the jury got the case al ;:l5 o'clock, and
retired TO their room.
Judge James returned to the City Hail at eight
o'clock last night TO learn whether the jury had
agreed upon a verdict, but deputy marshal sent
up TO the jury room returned an answer that there
was no prospect OF decision being made, and the
jury was accordingly locked up for the night.
National Republican., 1881-02-22
BIG NED FITZPATRICK.
HonOrs Paid to His RemaIns by HIS
Former Associates.

The remains of Big Ned Fitzpatrick,
the Battery boatman, who died in Washington, ID.
c. lay in state all Saturday night at the rooms Of the
Nicholas Muller Association, No. 81 New Cnurch
street. The rooms were tastefully draped win
black and white material. The pictures on the
wall covered with black and the bier OH whicn
stood the massive burial casket were surrounded
with flowers At the head Of the hall were TWO
magnificent floral pieces, large pillow composed
OF lilies and immortelles, bearing the word Kest'
and massive floral anehor-the gifts ofthe Memo
las Muller Association.
Upon the lid of the coffin lay beautiful horal
cross. the gift of the Hon. Nicholas Muller anu
which had come all the way from Washington
massive candelabra containing seven wax canules
shed soft light over the room. Ranged on ei'her
| side of the casket were seated the mourneFs anu
friends of the deceased Seated at the lett Oh tne
casket were several ladies and children attred IN
| deep mourning-rela.ives of the deceased from
| Orange, Nj. Among the friends present during
| the evening were ex-Alderman John
Moore, Morris Stack, Henry Campbell, Memo
| las Cornelly, Edward 0'Grady, Captain Haiplne'
! Thomas Cleary, Dennis Hogan, ex-Alderman tllz-
gerald, Patrick Mallon, Thomas Mitchell, Mlchael
Ahearn, Senator Hogan, Colonel William Coiiigah
one of the old Mexican veterans; Robert Bennett
| Andy Sheehan, ex-Alderman Barney GOODWIN
Alexander v Dawson, and Charles Moore. Reso-
Il
by the Nicholas Muller Association anu the Irving
Hall district committee. Delegations from the
| Boatman's Guard and other political and social
organizations will attend the funeral to- day stha-
| past one o'clock.
| Ned Fitzpatrick was born in the County Galway,
| Ireland, and came to this country when child,
| He became Battery bOatman in partnership with
James Lee, formerly we'll known downtown
politician and for upward of twenty years he was
remarkable for his skill and good Judgment i'll
boating matters and his passionate love Of all kinds
aquatic sports He referee in countless races
and twentyyear ago distinguished himself by sail
ing q race around Bedloes Island in an open boat,
without a rudder, and carrying forty-seyen yards
of canvas. He was backer of the Ward brothers IN
various contests in this country and Canada. He
was an intimate friend OF Colonel Billy Wilson,
Andy Foy, and other old-time residents, and held
the Offices of clerk and deputy clerk of Washington
| Market and deputy tax commissioner at various
periods before 1870. At the time of his death,
which was caused by congestion of the lungs Mr.
Fitzpatrick held the position of mail clerk to the
House of epresentatives.-SgRd1y (Nelo lOfE3
| TT7nS
National Republican., 1881-02-22
Asking for Government Land.

The National Grange, Order of Patrons
of Husbandry, yesterday through Representative
Aiken, of South Carolina, petitioned Congress for
the donation orlease without rent of that portion
of Government land known the Mall, bounded
by Missouri avenue and Four -and-a-half street,
upon which TO erect suitable bu ding for the use
of the Grange. On this site the Patrons propose
10 erect q building that will be an ornament to
the city, and in every way creditable 10 the great
interest they represent The petition says that the
order originated in this CITY, the first meeting be-
ing held in the lodge which is located on the Mall,
and the place of its birth seems to be the fittest
place for the erection of memorial building. The
petition was referred to the Committee on Public
Buildings and Grounds
National Republican., 1881-02-22
I.eeiure br Rcr. 1ohn Il. Paxton.

"reminiscences of Private in the Late
War is the subjectof lecture advertised to be de-
livered by Rev. John R. Paxtonat Lincoln Hailto-
morrow evening. Early in the war Mr.. Paxton en-
listed as private in Pennsylvania regiment, and
served in the Army of the Potomac. enduring its
hardships participating in its varied experiences,
taking part in its historic battles, and rising from
the ranks TO the position of captain Of his COM
pany. He is recognized as one of the ableSt and
most eloquent preachers in pulpit, that can boast
of many extraordinary men. He has a strongly
orots mind we'll stored by large and generous
reading and study, is distinguished for striking
originality of thought, and captivates his hearers
not only with his bold manly earnestness, but by
his great faculty Of presenting his subject in an en-
tirely unexpected and novel light 4 few good
seats may be secured at Metzcrott's music store.
National Republican., 1881-02-22
xeu Mern,,ers-EIecf.

AFenbers-elect Of the next Congress
who are in the city are requested TO send word TO
this Office where they are located.
Hon. William L. Moore of the Tenth Consre
siona District of Tennessee, is at the Arlington.
Hon DIETRICH e smith of the Thirteenth Con
gressiOEal District Of Illinois is at the Ebbitt
Hon. Edward :. Lacey, Third Michigan District,
% d street northwest.
Senator John +, Miller, Of California, is at Viii
lardS.
Hon w $ Robinson, of Brooklyn, is stopping at
Wizards.
Hon Perry Belmont, of New York, is at tie Ar
lingtUn.
Hon w =. Hepburn, of the Eighth Iowa Dis
trict Is II 1872 - street northwest.
Hon J. {. Clements of the Seventh District Of
Georgia is a. tie Metropolitan.
Hon Enamel SchutZ of the Fourth District Of
Ohio is in Tic city.
National Republican., 1881-02-22

Commissioner Dent stated last evening that the
socalled report did not represent the views Of the
subcommittee, but merely of Mr.. Aldrich, the
other members of the committee not concurring
in it. 4 prominent member of the District Com
mittee last night also disclaimed that the report
was official. saying that it was prepared by Mr.
Aldrich and the committee had not approved ii.
National Republican., 1881-02-22

R~ IF YOU ARE SUFFERING FROM NEU-
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application OF Fluid Lightning will relieve you Sold
only at COCGHLINS, Masonic Temple. nos
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kSS kind, Humphreys Specifics, Extract Witch
Hazel Imperial Grauum. and other food for Infants
=, Iypi-I- TN-fS
National Republican., 1881-02-22
. SPECIAL NOTICE

n(SR THE LARGEST ASSORTMENT OF TOT
RSS let Articles for ladies and all the popular
Medicines on sale at CoCGHLIS'S TEMPLE DRUG
National Republican., 1881-02-22
4 Polo Contest.

One of the most exciting and interest
ing polo contests ever yet witnessed at the rink
was that last night between two Washington teams.
composed as follows: Reds-NleSsrs. Boyd, sinms,
Mahony, Allen Zeigler, and Cuttings. Blues
Messrs Riddle, Cessford, Murphy, HaineS, Hatch,
and Smith The playing of both teams was re-
markabIy fine, Messrs Boyd. Cuttings, and Riddle
making frequent coups that elected rounds of ap-
plause. The game closed under the stroke OF the
gong in favor of the reds by the score of three
goals to two. The interest in these polo matches
appears to grow instead of diminishing, each
contest crowds all the space in the rink available
to SDnctafOrS
National Republican., 1881-02-22
ARTILLERY for the Arsenal.

Batteries A and B, Light Artillery,
United States army, lately stationed at Fort Nc
Henry, Nd, have arrived at the arsenal, in
this city. which will hereafter be their
post of duty They were accompanied by several
wagon loads of equipments, ard finer looking
body of men never enlisted under the banner of
.Uncle sam" 4 fall band of music will be one
of the features at the arsenal hereafter, as Fort
McHenry has been abandoned, and the regimental
musicians stationed there are ordered here for
service
National Republican., 1881-02-22
ADJUSTMENTS LAST NIGHT.
The Opera Edgewood Folks Theatre
Ccmique-Other Attractions.


Miss Abbott has always been warm
favorite in Washington, and it was therefore mat
terofno small surprise that the observation-disclosures
was notlarger. The opera presented r. 8iaritana ,
is by far the most perfect of English operas. Inc
music is il such thorough consonance with the
libretto, and beside the melodic gems there Is 50
much of rich harmony in the concerted music
that the entire opera is most delightful MISS Az
bott had never before appeared in TINS city III tn
character of the GitdRu, and her rendltlon VI
that role was on the whole successIui.
She received an encore for her execution OF the
well known song, 81 Scenes That Arc bflgiites''
and the Duet, Holy Mother, Guide HIS root
steps," between Miss Abbott and Miss Maurei' Mas
also emphatically encored. The elimination Oh tne
song, .The Harp in the Air" which used 10 DC SO
effectively rendered by Miss Caroline RichlneS'
and the substitution of Matteis waltz, was
hardly an agreeable change, although tne
latter piece showed the excellencies as wei
as the defects of Miss Abbotfs Tocanzatloh
Miss Pauline Maurel fully met the requirements VI
the part of Lasarelo both as to singing ana actns
her full rich contralto showing the result Oh iosI
careful cultivation and being under perfect coh-
troll. Her song in the second act, Alas! lnose .
Chimes" received the most enthusiastic eucoie VI
the evening. Mr. William Castle has Deen So
long identified with the part of Don Cesar
thal IL "ouIo SEEM sudASo W sON 80 -,
magyar Count interpreted by anyone else'
Last night he showed that while his voice occa-
sionally showed signs of wear from the strain 10
which it has been sujected for so many years, II
sometimes rang out with all its former sweetness
and power. His acting was never more splrlteu
and effective. Messrs. James, US Don Jose, anu
Stoddard as the King were both most acceptable
the former receiving hearty encore for his sing
ing of the familiar ballad, I" In Happy Moments.
The chorus was large and effective, showing the
evidence of careful training BY the musical oil,
rector, Signor Tomasi. This afternoon there VIII
be special matinee, at which The CHIMES OF
Normandy" will be presented, and to-hsnI
Martha" will be given.
National Republican., 1881-02-22
,vne ola steamer Planter.

An old steamer, the Planter, has just
been sold in Baltimore 10 junk dealers to be broken
up, which during the war was known as Grants s
Apothecary Shop Just before the war the
Planter then in command of Captain George
Weems, was put on the Potomac route, plying be-
tween Baltimore and Washington. Shortly after
the outbreak of the war the steamer was seized at
Washington by the Government. At first she was
used as transport but afterward as a medical
pi1ryeyor'S boat. Captain Norris commanded her
at that time For long while the Planter was
stationed on the Appomattox River, and while
there, III charge of DIR. Brinton, the name Grant
Apothecary Shop" was bestowed upon her.
National Republican., 1881-02-22
VIRGINIA NEWS.

The French vicc-consulate at Richmond
has been abolished.
The Mason is the title of monthly
magazine devoted 10 the interest of tl!c Masonic
fraternity, the publication Of which is To be COM
1nenced Mt GortiunSyillc.
Captain F. 4. Daingerfieid, Of Harrison
burg has been presented by his brother law,
Mr.. James r. kcenc. the millionaire, With the
celebrated trotting stallion jim Purdee. familiar
to TURTLES a. the horse that Won ali the money
placed on trutting events on the Pacific slope Seve
bv N-- KCene for SlSpO and subsequently sold by
him for 5000 in gold, and afterward repurchascd
fnr
National Republican., 1881-02-22
nr.rringe LIcenses Issued.

Marriage licenses have bcen issued as
follows: Thomas Dickson and Mary Adams John
4. Burris and Mary Z. Ormsbee, both of Fairfax
County. Virginia. William Queen and Melinda Oil
yer; John Taylor and Mary l.. Evans; John ).
White and Annie L. C0rcoran; Richard Berry, OF
Georgetown. D. c, and Mary l. Mcguire OF tllls
city; Charles T. Furr of King william County, Viz
pinia. and Dora F. Anderson. OF ii,is city: F. T.
CAN'T and Anna \. VowleS; Frank Andrews aiid
Ivflin O. Owens.
National Republican., 1881-02-22
TaIImsdse HnIi-Miss lIagiII.

The readings by Miss Mary Tucker Ma
gill at Tallmadge Hall last evening proved most
attractive and entertaining. The selections given
by Miss Magill were very happy. although she ap-
peared TO better advantage in the humorous than
In the tragic roles Miss MagiIl was assisted by
Miss Minnie Evan, whose pure, sweet voice COM
pletely captivated the audience, and by Professor
E. Szemelenyi and Miss Gilbert.
National Republican., 1881-02-22
Wa,hinE.en:s I;irthaay.

To-day, the anniversary of the birth
of Washington, is legal holiday in the District.
The day will be observed in the District very
quietly The Oldest Inhabitants will hold their
usual formal celebration at eleven o'clock. The
National Rifles will make their fist public parade
this morning and in the evening In the evening the
Rifles give uniform reception at the ball, which
gives promise of being very brilliant AFFAIR.
Many patriotic citizens will go TO Alexandra,
whore there will be an old time celebration.
National Republican., 1881-02-22
Governor Cooke Dangerously HI.

Ex-Governor Henry d. Cooke IS lying
i'll at his residence in Georgetown
with B-ights disease and his recovery is regarded
by his physicians as hopeless. DIS. Verdi, Pope,
and Sonnenschmidt were with him all day yester-
day, and toward night prescribed remedies which
caused him to rest easy. Governor Cook has been
prostraed by this disease several times within the
past few months, but strong constitution has
enabled him to rally after each attack, and his
family are hopeful for the best.
National Republican., 1881-02-22

Mr.. Lawrence Barrett, the best of our
tragedians. will commence weeks engagement
at the National Theatre on Monday, March T. HIS
success has been unprecedented during his tour
this season, especially South, where the long
unused plocard standing room only was nightly
displaved to the edification of the managements.
National Republican., 1881-02-22
Miss Blanche Roosevelt.

This lady, who was the original Mabel
in the Pirates of Pcnzancc," having returned to
this country especially to create that part will give
q concert at Lincoln Hall on Saturday evening
next Miss Roosevelt is a most accomplished yo-
calist, and her selection TO interpret the leading
role in Longfellows "Nasquc of Pandora Is an
emphatic evidence OF the great poets appreciation
of her ability. She will be assisted at her concert
bv Sgnor Ferranti, buffo; Sgnor Fritsch, tenor;
Mr. Hassclbrink, yiolinst and Mr.. William Russell
Case. pianist. Reserved seats may be secured at
Fills music store
National Republican., 1881-02-22
Delaware to be Invaded.

Mrs. Belva 4. Lockwood will leave the
city to- day for Dover Del, where she goes TO make
an argument before a committee of the Legisla-
ture of that State in favor of womans rights. She
will also address the citizens of Smyrna, Del, on
the same subject. Mrs. Lockwood says if she can
not succeed in converting the little State of Della
ware to her doctrines she might as we'll fold her
tent like the Arab and quietly steal away.
National Republican., 1881-02-22
Theatre COnnique.

Yankee Robinson, in his sensational
drama. entitled 8" The F. F. VS." created most
favorable impression at the COmique last night,
and will no doubt prove decided attraction dur
ing the week The new specialists were exceed
ingly clever, while the regular company con-
tributed largely to the success of the entertain
ment There will be q matinee to-day and on
Friday.
National Republican., 1881-02-22
The Day at the Art Loan Exhibition.

This VIII be a gaia DAY AT the Loan EA-
hibiton for the benefit of the training school ftr
nurses \ sword Of General Washington and 80 of
his autograph letters viii be on exhibition during
the day. The President, Vice President, the mem-
bcrs of the Cabinet and the judges Of the Supreme
Court with their families, expected to visit the
exhibition between twelve and two o'clock.
National Republican., 1881-02-22
IN

The comedy ofthe "Edgewood Folks,
which was written especially. for Mr.. Sol Smith
RUSSELL affords that gentleman an opportunity TO
exhibit his most amusing specialties and to prove
that he is one of the funniest men upon the stage
The company supporting Mr.. Russell is good
one. and the entire performance is most entertain
ing and langhable. "Edgewood Folks VIII DC
repeated every night during the week and at the
matinees TO morrow and on Saturday.
National Republican., 1881-02-22
Ireland mad America.

The first of a course of lectures under
the auspices of the Irish Republican Association
will be given at Lincoln Hall on Thursday even
ing next by the Hon George D. Loring, who Will
taxa for his subject Ireland and America" From
the recognized ability OF the gentleman, most
entertaining lecture may be anticipated.
National Republican., 1881-02-22
DISTRICT BREVITIES.
Weather Indications.

For the Middle Atlantic States, including
the District of Columbia tcdTer clear, partly cloudy
tceotaer, northueStely triRds, generally backing TO
southerly, .follotred by falling barometer.
The thermometer yesterday ranged as follows:
a. M, $40: IL a. m, 400; 2p. m, 44o; p. m, 40;
p. m, SO; IL p. m, S6o. Maximum, 450; mini
mum $40
National Republican., 1881-02-22
..,onzo. the Esraye~ICo,ore1.

The Ira Aldridge Dramatic Company
(coloredi will give performance at Lincoln Hall
on Friday evening. February >, presenting the
romantic legendary rlelodraml entitled "Alonzo,
the Brave. and the Fair imogenc, and the laugiia-
BILE farce of" Don't Judge BY Appearances" Seats
may be secured at MetZerOtt's.
National Republican., 1881-02-22
Gbenflemem'S @ooos.
F u Ii
. r E S S
SUITS.
@enflemem's 0OOos.

We are now prepared to
show a complete line of Full
Dress Suits, manufactured
expressly for the Inaugural
ton Season. These goods
are made up in the highest
style of the art, and are
trimmed in the very best
manner. The prices are at
least 20 per cent. below
the figures of custom shops.
We guarantee a perfect fit,
having an experienced tailor
to make any alterations that
may be necessary, free OF
charge.
National Republican., 1881-02-22

FREp'K FsEUNp. caterer and eonfecti0ner, 1Os
Ninth street northwest, desires visitors to know
that he has made ample preparations Tor leedinS
any number of people Al popular prices
National Republican., 1881-02-22
Special Nofices.

a MFNBERS OF CALANTHE LODGE
~ Nh n K of P. will assemble ct Calanthe
Hall in fuII and fatigue uniform or in citizen dress
TOMORROW, February q st O'CLOCK p HI snH p
National Republican., 1881-02-22
~ PosT-oFFICE NOTICE.


Ti,a ForeInn Mails for the week ending SATURDAY,
TebruaYy i ISL will close at this Office on TUES
nav or eas m for Europe by steamship wyoming
vie Queenstown; on WEDNESDAY Y at a:SO a. m. Tor
Iurnpe BY steamship Hecla. via Queenstown Ccor-
and AT n r. m France direct by.teamShip Vile de
MarseilleS via Havre; on THURSDAY at IL a. m Tor
Europe By steamship Celtic, via Queenstown tcor-
respondence for Germany and France must De spe-
cia v Addressed and ii for France
tIc by steamship FTieSa, via Plymouth. Shefoou[S;
the Continent must be specially addressed; on 81
URDAY NJ II a. m for Germany, &c, hy stelitsnp
Bain via Southampton and Bremen corTeSEOhutli,SS
for Great Britain and the Continent must De
addressel and at l. m. for Europe by steamship SH
ofsRichnond via Queenstown, ana al = IL; ~
gov The mails for Nassau and Matst2i5 ~ @ ie-.ne
Kew York February ~ The Inails LOT nav II 4ia
eud Afpxico leave New York FEBRUARY =. me
fraJs for Newfoundland and 81 Plerre-5llguH'eion
leave New York February - Inc iialiS IoL I'M
end Janan leave san Francisco February n. me
r,aiIs for AnstraIia &c, leave San Francisco
THOS L. JAMES, Postmaster.
PosT-OFFIcE, NEW YORK, February ~, 1881. Ieit
80 WILLIAM N WARD REMOVED TO
E&S corner of Eighth and III streets northwest
Plumbing gas and steam-fttinS. All work warranteo
in above branches. Ie-lIIIIo-
49, OFFICE OFTIIE COLUMBIA RAILWAY
k COMPANY.
The annual election for directors 10 serve me
ensuing year will be held at SO Market space II -
DAY March the Sth, proXim0. Polls open from 10
eo'clocL o. m W. H CLAGETT,
feI9-eOd Secretary Columbia Railway Company.
p% COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC COMFORT.
National Republican., 1881-02-22

REsEHvED SEATS in Lincoln Hall for Rev. John
r. Paxton's lecture, Wednesday evening, I'D in
slant can now be obtained only from W. g. Met
Zerott 4 Co. 925 Pennsylvania avenue. General
admission, fifty cents each.
National Republican., 1881-02-22

Congress Water-the purest and safest of all ca
thartic waters. None genuine sold on drauSnt
Avoid all coarse irritating waters. foreign and do
mestic; they impair the digestive organs and
Eidnsys tthS.
National Republican., 1881-02-22
Iron BitGcrS.

The highest cash price paid for dresses and gents
Herzogs eos Ninth st., near Pennsylvania ave.
National Republican., 1881-02-22
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The National Safe-DepOsif Company,
corner Fifteenth street and New York avenue con-
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safe keeping at very low rates.