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National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
ADJUSTMENTS.
- Needles and Pins MARY Anderson, an,
Other InfereHfinr Attractions.

Other Interesting Attractions.
As was promised yesterday, the following sketch
OF this most clever adaptation of Augustin Daily is
given for the benefit of those who have not yet had
an opportunity ofenjoying the immense amount
of fun that is furnished by Needles and Pins"
The story is that of the fortunes of half dozen
people entangled by misunderstanding, and eXtri-
Gated from their consequent embarrassment by
accidents as unexpected and amusing as the mis-
takes themselves Mrs. VdnduSeR,.who manages
every one with whom she comes in contact, pro.
poses to marry her sister Dosie, a kittenish old
maid, TO rich wid0wer, Mr. Nicholas Gedgle, and to
find rich wife for her son. Said son
and his father have, the same Christian
name name Christopher isl a An episode in the
discovered, but mistaken for that of his son by
Mss Mary Forest, a young lady with whom said
son IS in love, gets the whole family involved in
ther complicated by efforts made to unrayel them
by NJ Tom Versus, lawyer, who has Hiss Mary
F0Tea for his client, and black dominoeS worn in
the third act by the four ladies most interested in
the plot, which increases the confusion to degree
that drives the various characters wild with misery
ana the audience wild with delight. The finale IS
satisfactory to every one except Dosie, the
ancient maiden, who loses her Geage and doesn't
w Sdn. h n tsrsas Young VdndLsen Is married 70
was the poor music teacher, before she became the
wealthy heiress, whose philanthropie efforts to
SRas ner 1oyeb to certain Sna SOer an oa
nave given rise to all these complications. Tom
Versus is united to Selma TdRdLSeR after having
become engaged to the gushing Dosie by proposing
for her by mistake at the masquerade, believing
she was Selma. The romance of Mr. IdRdUSeR
early life becoming known to Mrs. TdndnseR for
sonnet time has ranked in mind exciting her eal
0usy and Hiss Forest efforts to reunite the sundered
lovers influences it to such degree that she at
tempts to personate the object of her wrath Selma
Soa'ers, at the masquerade, where she has meet
ing with her husband, which convinces her of the
groundlessness of her suspicious and restores her
peace of mind, but places her in position so hui
initiating as to deprive her of the established posi-
ton she has long usurped as head of the fam
lily, while the passive IdnduSen, the hen-pecked
husband, is reinstated master OF his own house
hold.
The audience, by its enthusiastic applause and
loud laughter fully attcsted the complete success
of the piece.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
Slofhine.

Our 10 per cent. discount is being
appreciated, as usual, by the pub
lie. They fully realize the adYan-
tages We possess over other houses
i'm manufacturing all our goods,
and that we give Our customers the
benefit of these advantages in al
ways marking our prices at the
very lowest figures consistent with
making a living profit. We don't
want to carry any goods over from
one season to another, and we
therefore make this reduction of
10 per cent. on all Winter Clothing.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
HOW She Got In.o ,ha recruitment.


One bright morning last spring the Hon. John
Sherman was sitting in his Office, when suddenly
brghthaired, pretty girl dashed into his presence
She was apparently sixteen, and had about her an
air of business which even the cold gaze of the
Ohio statesman could not transform into maiden
fright or furry. Deliberately taking seat the
girl said: Mr.. Sherman, have come here to get
place" There are none vacant, was the reply.
a. know you can give me place If you want to-
and think am as much entitled 70 il as anybody
My father spent his life in the United States army
and when he died he left nothing. The response
bility of the family is on me, and think
I've got as good a claim as any one else
on the Government" "What kind of place
do you want? ?" at don't care what it is but must
have work at once" Mr.. Sherman assured her
that there were ten applicants for every place
and there was very little chance. She very delib-
erately told him that such an answer wouldn't do,
and declared that if he would allow her she would
come up every day and black his shoes, If he
couldn't do better for her. The Secretary was
struck with her determination and charmed by
her bright face and her sprightly manner. He told
her to come back In less than a week she had
good place in the Treasury, which she still holds.
Every morning she walks to the Department with
the step of business little woman who is proud
that her delicate hands can be the support of
others. She receives 500 month and support in
comfort her mother and sister. This brave, bright
young woman is Miss May Macaulcy, formerly of
Atlanta. Her father was a lieutenant in the
Eighteenth Infantry Correspondence OF AhCrntG
(Gd.) RelublicdR.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02

The undersigned, having purchased the interest of
Mr. 8 n Schofield in the PALACE HOTEL and
RESTAURANT, 1873 PTINNSYLVANIAAV AVENUE,
respectfully announces that he will continue the bust
ness and hopes by giving earnest attention TO the
wants of the public. to merit continuance of the pa
trOnage heretofore generously bestowed.
1 have assumed all liabilities and am authorized to
collect all debts due to said firm.
fest GEORGE W. DRIVER.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
ALEXANDRIA AFFAIRS,

Miss Mary Tucker Magill, niece of Hon. J. Ran
dolph Tucker viii give select reading in this city
next Friday evening.
Eliza Jackson, an insane colOrcd woman for
some time past confined in Jail in this city. was
sent TO the asylum at Petersburg yesterday.
Mr.. Anthony r. Frazier, prominent and wealthy
citizen of Alexandria County died at his residence
yesterday, in the eighty seventh year of his age.
Mr.. B. T. Fendall, of this city has been appointed
one of the assistant roadmaSters of the BALTIMORE
and Ohio Railroad Company Although a young
man, he is an experienced engineer.
The steam-tug Potomac has made trip down
the river as far Fort Foote The captain reports
the ice very heavy but thinks that the boat could
have made her way through TO the bay.
The Great Council, Imp. l. o. R. NJ, of Delaware
have presented to the family of the deceased
beautifully written and framed set of resolutions
in memorl of the late Hugh latham, Of this city.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02

will appear in this city at Lincoln Hall on Tues
day night next, comprises some of the best solo
performers now before the public; Mr.. Listeman
himself has been heard here in connection with
the Theodore Thomas concerts, i'll which he
played the leading first violin, and associated with
him are Mr. Edward Hindel, formerly connected
with the Mendelssohn Quintette Club John Null
laly formerly ofthe Beethoven Club: Fritz LSteman
of the Boston Philharmonic Club; Alex. Heindl,
violoncellist and saXophonist, and Henry Green.
the Boston popular double bass player This
company will be aided by Miss Amy.,Sherwin, So
pranO, and Mr.. Theodore Toedt, tenor; the latter
having been frequently heard in Washington.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
BUSINESS NOTES.
Irnporianf-Wait.

Ladies and gents, remember tonight will be
opened the great bankrupt sale of three CONSOLE
dated stocks fladies and gents goods from New
York, and viii positively last only seven days and
have only space TO mention few of the great bar
gains that will be offered. Ladies' elegant en-
broidered chemise skirts and drawers, 80 cents,
worth Sl.5O; ladies' cOrsets, 3 cents, worth 81 :
stockings, > cents, worth so cents; ribbons, 10
cents worth 80; rich fans kid gloves, notions and
five thousand different articles for ladies' wear
gents fashionable hats, 81 cents, worth $50;
wooden jackets, II cents, worth s., or money re-
turned; undershirtS, % cents, worth ST. and three
thousand different articles of gents wear, at 927
Seventh street, corner Massachusetts avenue north
WaSb
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02

WilbOr's COd-Liver Oil and Lime has now been
before the public twenty years, and has steadily
grown in favor and appreciation. This could not
be the case unless The preparation was Of high
intrinsic value The combination of the PhOS-
phate of Lime with pure Cod-Liyer Oil, as pre-
pared by Dr.. WilbOr, has produced new phase in
the treatment of Consumption and all diseases of
the Lungs 1t can be taken by the most delicate
invalid without creating the disgusting nausea
which is such an objection TO the COd-Liver Oil
regular faculty. Sold by the proprietor \. b.
WILBOR, Chemist, Boston, and by all druggists.
lyHf
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
= Retiring OmciaI Gained.

RIr. William Hiss, who has held the position of
principal examiner of the Illinois division Of the
Pension Office since the organization of that bu-
reau, having resigned his position, babe farewell
10 his former associates in the division Monday af-
ternoon. when he was made the recipient of q
goid-headCd came and presented with set of
handsomely engrOSsed resolutions, expressing the
high esteem in which he is held a man. an asSo-
ciate, and friend, and the deep regret occasioned
by ms departure, on the part Of the clerks IN the
division. The presentation of the cane was made
in behalf cf the clerks by Mr. George 4. L. Mcrri-
field. chief OF the division Mr. d. J. Murphy then
presented the resolutions with q few fitting re-
marks, when Nj. Hiss expressed his qualification
at this unexpected manifestation of affection and
esteem ana his regret at seYering ties which had
been so pleasant, with much feeling Mr. Hiss
VIII devote himself to a manufacturing business
in which he is interested at his home in Balti-
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
AThreatened Rise in Pri.e.,

"Observer writes TO THE KEPC BLICAN TO say
that Is the other morning my butcher informed me
that, in view of the approaching Inauguration.
beefsteaks would up five or six cents per pound
and other meats in proportion My butter and egg,
dealer also informed ME that eggs and butter too
would go up, the former to seventy-fve cents per
dozen, and butter in the same proportion This
increase beyond all reason, clearly will compel
hotels and boardiug-house keepers to put I'D their
prices unreasonable and If word to that effect gets
out over the country We may bid farewell to all
ton. These little attempts al sWiudiing and eX-
torion during Inauguration week ought to be
sqnelched al once by every true friend to the vel
faro oF tINa
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
BELOW THEIR MARKET VALUE.
ALL Wool French SergeS,
IS Cents.
TYLER & CHEWING,
els Seventh Street n. w.
An Intc.,,,niaa rrI,I

When the Criminal Court convened yesterday
morning to continue the trial of John S NJ John
son, charged with the murder of James E. John
son, his honor was informed that one Ofthc Jurors
Mr. Hugh g. Divine of Georgetown. D. c.. had
been quite sick during the night at the hotel and
the physician stated that the symptoms indicated
an attack OF erySipelaS. Some time was lost in
writing to hear further from the hotel and it was
finally decided to take recess until twelve
o'clock. when the eleven jurors should be brought
up, and ii would then be decided 10 what course
70 pursue.
Shortly afterWard q certificate was received from
Dr. Smith TOwnshend, setting forth that he was
attending Mr.. Div me. and that the patient was
not III condition to leave mis- room.
MI. Daniel Smith, foreman of the panel (the Jury
having been brought I'M, said that Mr.. Divine had
been suffering from cold fortWo or three days past
and there was every indication Of erysipelas ali
the symptoms were manifested. DR.. Townshend
had suggested that the sick man send for mis-
family physician, as he knew the mans system
best, and that had been done The court gave d.
reetonS that the jurors be made as comfortable at
the hotel possible, and it requiring the presence
OF one hailif to look after the sick Juror third
bailf, Mr.. Allen r. Searie, was sworn to assist in
taking charge of the remaining eleven men The
court then adjourned until this morning
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02

At a meeting Of the Virginia Republican Assocla-
ton last night resolutions offered by W. H. Scott
were adopted to the effect that it would be llnwise
for the Republicans of Virginia to make a party
nomination of officers to be voted for next fall 6ut
should be guided by such considerations as the in
tereSs of the State and the restoration of free sf-
frage to all the people may demand d. ". Lomax.
the president of the association, was elected to
represent the association in the convention to be
held in Petersburg next month. Mr.. J. B. Syphax
addressed the association. r. G. L. Paige, Ross
Hamilton, Peter ]. Carter. and Robert Norton of
Virginia., were elected honorary members
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
Grand Army OsHc.r, Elected.

At the annual encampment OF the Grand Army
of the Republic the following officers were elected
for the ensuing year: William Gibson. of Post No
= department commander; Paul Brodie, of Post
No. 3, senior yice-department commander; Amos
T. Medford, of Post No. 6, junior vice-department
commander; John E Mason, NJ. D.. of Post No. l.
medical director; Rev. Benjamin Swallow, of
Post No. s. department chaplain S. $. Burdett and
NJ. F. Urell, of Post No. ., delegates to National
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
Rishon Keane'a Lecture.

The Right Rev. Bishop Keane, who is known
and loved not only by every family i'll St. Patricks
parish, but also by every Catholic in the District as
Father Keane, will lecture tonight in Lincoln
Hall, taking for his subject, 1.-THE Light of the
World" There is no more eloquent divine in any
denomination than Bishop Keane, and most in
tercSting and instructive lecture may be antici-
pated. The proceeds will be rendered as u friend
ship offering TO Bishop Keane and this will be
an additional incentive to the faithful TO fully test
the capacity of Lincoln Hall tonight
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
Inn LnRansEnn

This talented comedian. whose name is a house
hold word throughout the entire length and
breadth of this country, viii commence an en-
gagement at the National Theatre next Monday
night He will first sustain his inimitable inner
sOnation of Bob heres in Sheridan's comedy of
THE Rivals In this part he has created nearly
as great Q sensation as in his famous part of Rip
Van Hfakle, and the praises that have been be-
slowed upon him for this rendition have been pro-
nOunced and emphatic
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
Lincoln HaIl-The Yi,heimi Concert.


weather, a large and appreeiatiye audience
greeted the Sternberg- Fritch-Wilhelmj combina-
ton at Lincoln Hall last night. These artists are
SO well and favorably known from their recent
visit to this city that special praise at this time
would be SuperfuouS. The several numbers of the
choice programme were well received and the ma
jority of them enthusiastically encored. The com
pany leaves to-day on a tour through all the large
cities between here and San Francisco before their
return 10 Europe. 1t is to be hoped that its way
East the troupe may find it convenient to give an
other performance here
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
Miss Minnie Ev,,,a s,ou..rt

This lady, whose reputation has increased with
every appearance she has made before the public,
has been rendered complimentary benefit, which
will take place at the Congregational Church
tonight. Among those who will assist her
on that occasion are Mrs. Powell MessrS
Kubel. Warren S. Young, W. A. Widney, Mr.. Rake
man, Yiolinst; Mr.. jaeger, cornetist. and Mr.. Arm
strong. The entertainment viii be under the i'm
mediate direction of Professor BiSchoff to whose
careful and intelligent instruction Miss Evan owes
her superior vocal culture. Tickets NAV now be
secured ut Ellis music store.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
Prominent Arrivals.

Simon Cameron, Harrisburg, Pa; Hon. &. d. Nc
Dougall, J. A Tarcas. New York. .Riqgs-Gen'
eral and Mrs. Grant, U. S. Grant, jr, and wife; G.
Carolina; 1T Rev. H. B. Whipple, Minnesota /; III
II. Hunniwell. r. C. Winthrop, Boston ...... W.
kdrfs-HOn. Miles Ross, New Jersey: Hon. e. L.
Senator Thomas ]. Creamer, Hon. T. j. Campbell,
William H Guion, James E. Ward, w W. Good
rich, Hon. Perry Belman, George W. Quintard, Hon.
W. A. Butler Hon. G. L. AmeS, New York;.
Ebbh-Dr. F. C. Ainsworth, U. S. A: David VIII
Jams, Thomas F. Grady, Edward Cahill, New York
H. L. Chase, Maine; I'll. F. COrbell, ]. c. Lewis, Or
egon.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
More Cars for the Avenue Line.

President Hurt, of the Washington and George
town Railway expects the new cars, which are to
from the east front of the Capitol to Eighteenth
fbe Weet The fare az viii he three cents t far the
ride, and although transfers will be issued for
them, they will be received at the different juno
tions of the road. The new cars will be of the
same sort as those now in use on Fourteenth street.
and painted canary color. They are twenty-five
in number. and have been built of the best mate
rails available in manufactures at Schenectady
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National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
Theatre GOr,linue.

No more pleasant evening can be spent than by
attending the Theatre Comique and witnessing the
varied and attractive programme offered by the
management. The Fieldings, with their large and
effective combination, are the principal attractions
this week but. i'll addition to their acts the large
and effective stock company of the COmque an
pear i'll fresh sketches, while Jake Budd, the king
of Ethiopian performers, gives new and highly
amusing niece
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
National Tnea,re-.Eyadne.,

"Eyadne; or, The Statue" was presented by Miss
Mary Anderson at the National Theatre last night.
The audience was not quite so large as on Monday
night, but whether the lack of attendance was oe-
caSioned by the beasly weather, or whether it was
not believed that "Eyadne," which has been made
famous by the renowned actresses of years ago,
Mrs. Julia Dean Hayne, Mrs. Lander, Miss Heron,
Mrs Earren, and others. was within the scope of
Miss Anderson, cannot be safely said. Tonight
Miss Anderson will play julio in The Hunch-
back, play which is standard in its sterling
quality, and which calls for the exercise of pecu-
liar ability to properly portray the heroine.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
Reorsau,zed R,iIro,a

\ large and important meeting of the stockhold-
ers ofthe Virginia Midland Railroad was held in
Alexandria, Va, yesterday at noon. Mr. r. T.
Baldwin, of Baltimore, Nd, was chosen chairman.
and Colonel L. W. Reid secretary. Mr.. Baldwin
stated the meeting for the purpose of reorgan-
ization. Since the payment of the purchase money
to the receiver the trustees had received bonds
amounting to sos, 600 and there was now oustand-
ing in bonds 100000. Bylaws similar to those
governing the old company were adopted.
The following officers were elected: President.
Hon. John s. Barbour board of directors, Messrs.
c. C. Holland, of Danville: Charles NJ. Blackford.
Of Lynchburg; r. A: Coghll, Of Amherst: William
H. Payne, of Fauquier; john T. Lowell. of Warren ;
John ". Burke, of Alexandria, and Robert T. Bald
win, J. W. Brown, Robert Garrett, o. Latrobe,
James Slavan. ir, William KeySer John X CoWen.
and William F. Frick, OF Baltimore Nd
re solution was adopted giving the directors
power to cause TO be made any branch road au-
thorfzed by law for the benefit Of the main road
also extending the time for the exchange of stocks
and bonds into the new organization. The board
of directors were authorized to execute the mort
cages on the road according to the scheme of Or
paniZatiOn
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
Providence Hospital appropriation.

In reply 10 letter RON DIT. J. " Toner inQuir-
ing the existing contract with the Providence
Hospital secured the fIilillment OF the wording or
intention of the law making the appropriation
Chairman Atkins of the Appropriations Commit
tee writes Your letter of this date has just been
handed Inc. In reply, desire to say that the ap-
preparation of $4,000 contained in the Sundry civil
appropriation bill, in connection with the mention
OF Providence Hospital, was designed by Congress
to be expended for the benefit of that institution
under the superintendent of Surgeon-Cieneral
Barnes, of the army; and which, allow me TO add,
have no doubt has been legiIimately and prop
erly diShursed"
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
How They Were Fooued.

At the old Club House, corner of Fifteenth and
H streets where an art loan exhibition was re-
Gently held, there still remains some relics of the
exhibition. including Chinese and Japanese curl
ositieS. \ curious Celestial flag, having a big red
disc on white field, like those banners which
are hung on on the hOTSs-ears on baseball DAYS
floats from one of the windows and attracts the
attention of all inquisitive persons Yesterday some
waggish fellow started the story that the Chinese
New Year was being celebrated there with due
pcmp and ceTeIhony by the nabobs of the Chinese
legation. This story was taken in by several
newspaper correspondents, who enlarged on it.
wrote graphic accounts of the interesting perform
anceS supposed to have taken place III the building
and sent them flying by telegraph to their various
papers, to amusc and astonish the readers of the
journals.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
DR. King on ..The Influence of Habit,

In spite Of the exceedingly inclement weather
last evening the Young Mems Christian Associa-
ton chapel was crowded with an attentive audi
ence of young to listen to the lecture of DR.. A
+. A. King on The Influence of Habit" The
lecture was the most practical and interesting
kind. He spoke of the manner in which young
means Of overcoming the power of habit and of
leading contented life The last of the course of
medical lectures will be delivered by Dr. Swan NJ.
Burnett next Friday evening. Subject: "0ur
Eyes-Their Use and ABUSE"
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
THE NATIONAL REPUBLICAN COMPANY
has s1ppIied its Job Department with complete


invoice of the newest styles of type and printing
material, and is prepared to execute jOb-work in
all its varied branches in a manner equal to any
printing establishment in the country. Legal pa
pers. pamphlets, briefs, records, reports, &c, exc
cuted with promptness and careful supervision.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
Abnar-a Music Hall

The Swedish Ladies' Quartette has been de
cidedly successful at Abners. Their solos, Duets
and chorIses are received with loud applause and
nearly every selection is deservedly encored They
will remain during the week.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02
Enn Gnr The Little 0nnS
To I,nrsn,nnfiYes-

The A. B. c. book, which IS given away at the
drug stores, amuseS the young, tells about canarcS
and flowers. Get one at once
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02

Fresh Alderncy butter churned every morning,
and delivered in 1%lb. Ward prints, at 45c per ID.
Also cottage cheese, &C per ball: butternlk, &C. per
quart, and sweet milk sc. per quart.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1881-02-02

CANDLE,I,s DAY will be Wednesday next. You
have to furnish candles for the churches; don't
forget ii. The place TO get them is at the Ameri-
can Tea Store, corner Seventh and streets.