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The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
For the Hest
Two.Cen, Letter Postage.

A member OF the House OF Representatives
who has mado study OF tho matter OF cheap
postage, and who has very clear conception
of the feeling OF a majority OF tho members,
said u n CRITIC mnn to-day;
"Among the early moves OF Importance 20 bo
taken I'm tho House this winter will bo the
matter OF cheap letter postage. There are
number OF tho meInbcrs who will advocate
penny postage for letters, ana there arc very
few who will not advocate q reduction from
the present rate. The result will bo two
cont letter postage"
'whnt demands this reductloni Has tho
conaition of tho Post0fiico revenue anything
10 do with M
"yory littlo, OF course; the fact that thoro Is
surplus over expenses In the accounts OF the
Postof1ico Department will pull tho measure
through Congress without much effort, but
the people demand IL, and II tho PostofiicO Dc.
pArtmont was not eelf-sustaining n reduction
Of leitor postage would be demanded anyway
The present rates arc burdensnmo % tho
masaes OF people, and a reduction must be
made whether the royenuos OF the Department
eau stand II or not. Whom we have q two-ceni
rate for while, penny postage Will bo de
mhnded, and VIC VIII have that too, not many
yenra npuee.H
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27

AZ the last meeting OF the Board OF Direction
the following revised schedule OF exhibition
days was adopted, ana will doubtless be
strictly adhered 10; Saturday, November 25,
opening ceremonies; Sunday, November 2G,
memorial dayi Monday, November 81, Army
OF the Cumberland day; Tuesday, November
%, day for public school childreni wednes-
day, November 20, wheelmen's day Thursday,
November 80, Masonic day; Friday, December
J, military day; Saturday, December 2, Dis
trlet OF Columbia day Sunday, December 8,
closing ceremonies,
MIR. Barnes, secretary OF tho Board OF Com
missloners for Arkansas, has received informa.
ton that JacksOnport and Franklin Counties
OF mat State VIII each send balo OF choice
cotton. He expects that about thirty bales
Will be sent from the State.
A cotton mill at Atlanta. Ga, has donated a
sample bolt OF each quality Of goods manu-,
factured by tho mills.
The ladies' OF Massachusetts residing In tho
city are requested by tho board of commlssIon-
ers for that State to meet In tho parlOrs OF tho
Ebbitt House this evening, tho parlors haY
ing been kindly placed at their disposal BY
Mr.. Willard for this evening.
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
To tha yIrrinin Yoters.

Hon. +. s. Blair, Attorney-General for the
state OF Virginia, delivered an opinion on tho
I2th inst. OF great interest 10 many people In
this city, as 70 the qualifications OF a voter In
the State OF Virginia, in which no said "Resi
denco Is matter OF intention, and whore
doubt arises as to the residence OF u voter such
absence from the county or State does not
saffect such residence II tho absence Is accom-
panied with an intontion TO return" Tomor-
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
The Fifth MnryInud District.

BnIIlmoreN sun, TO day,
DR.. Tuck, OF Annapolis, was hero to-day 10
meet some Republicans OF Charles County
10 discuss the political situation IN tho Fifth
Congressional Dictrict, Some Democrats from
Charles County wero also here. They saythey
regard Mr.. Chapman as certain TO bo ro.
elected. They also said that number OF no.
publicans OF Prince Georges County are out
spoken in their preforonce for the reelection
or Judge Ford, the Democratic candidate, and
make no concealment OF the fact that they In
tend TO vote for him.
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27

WE infer from tho uttcrances of our c5.
tocmod contemporary, the Republican, that
the Hon. James G.. Blaine Il candidate
for some Office, either on the Democratic
ticket In the State Of New York or on the
so.called Bourbon -Funder" ticket in the
noighboring State of Virginia. We had
not noticed his nomination in either case;
but perhaps that occurred while we wero
not looking or something of that sort. At
any rate, II Mr.. Blaine Is running for any
office, as aforesaid, either in New York or
in Virginia, there can be little doubt that
he will be defeated. No candidate could
Withstand tho trenchant warfare that our
esteemed contemporary is waging against
Mr.. Blaine.
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27

BECAUSE the Philadelphia papers did
not give the Columbia Boat Club oarsmen
who carried oG all the honors yesterday
any mention outside the stereotyped local
reports to-day. IL does not mean that our
boys should not have proper credit. The
Philadclphians felt piqued over the defeat
OF their own crews, that's about all, Wash
ington, however, has cause to feel proud of
her brawny oarsmon, and when Columbia's
crews return home they should bo heartily
Welcomed.
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
wanted-Democratic Coroners.

New nOrk tribune.
IL Is very important this year to elect Demo.
cratic coroners. IL Perry Belmont should
happen 10 slip on banana skin and break his
neck during the next twelve months, II will be
OF the highest importance TO have coroners IN
office who Will not shrink from tracing the
banana TO Blaine.
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
LOOK Out for the Grand Open,nr

OF Richold's Boston Shoe House, d10 Ponnsyl-
yania avenue, Monday, october 80, Tues
day, ctober 81. and Wednesday, No.
vember /, where you will find tho
largest and most select stock Of fine boots
and shoes over shown In the District. An OK.
pensiye souvenir presented to each purchaser.
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27

THE plan adopted by the Engineer of the
District in regard to the improvement Of the
Washington water-works contemplatos
tunnoling the bed of Rock Geek. This
is said to be measure of economy,
and as such, Of course, must be sus.
tanned. We had hoped that the work
would involve an aqueduct across the
valley of the creek, thereby adding grand
feature of art to the picturesque ensemble Of
nature in that locality. In this utilitarian
age, however, it is doubtless too much to
expect that the economical will be sacri-
feed to the beautiful, particularly in prem.
ises involving so ill.naturcd scrutiny rs
that to which District estimates arc al ways
subjected by Congress.
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

National Theatre -Rico's Now Surprise
pafty-"POp,'
Theatre Comique-varletlos- Mcintyre
md Hcath's Combination.
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
We Have TaIsen Time

by the foreJock. Cold weather has not taken us
unaware. Our stock OF winter clothing, OF
every description, is moro complete than ever
before. EiseInAD Bros, clothiers and tailors,
corner Seventh and u.
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
" AIderney Dairy Wagons

Fresh Aldernoy Butter, ohurned every morn.
Ing and delivered In ~ ID "Ward" prints, doc.
per ib. Also, cottage cheese, buttermllk and
sweet milk, &c. per at. Cream 1bc. per pint.
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27

THE attitude of our two morning con-
temporaries toward each other affords n
touching example of the possibilities of
amicable cnmity in journalism. They seom
to have adopted the bylaws if not the
constitution of the late Pickwick Club Of
London. The parallel is perfect, with the
single exception that as yet no Mrs. Bar
dell has appeared. Perhaps 1t is the inten-
tion to omit the female characters alto
gether. At all events the spectacle is so
beautiful that we are filled with cnvious
emulation so much so, in fact, that we arc
on the point of inviting the Eusniag star
to occupy the quarters in The Critic
building, about to be vacated by the Sunday
Capital, in order that we also may enjoy
the propinquity of Pickwiclsian foe.
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
FREE ADVERTISING.

Advertisements under the head of " Situations
TAINTED" trin hcrcoJtcr be inserted IN THE EvEN-
INo Cn1TIc three times FREE We inpito al
irishinp sffdtiOns 10 drdH Hemseircs Of MS o0er.
dnScers directed IN care Of CBITfc 0dico ,cW re-
cffrc cdTtJW attention. business advertisements
three Tines three u,ncsJOr 10 cents.
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
B, f. HARVEY. UNDERTAKEN

O2I SEVENTH ST. N0RTHWEST.
Formerly Gag IL Street Northwest.
The public is respectfully notified that am ~
lsnger at 032 street. but 9i Seventh street norm
weat Make no mistake II. IL HAHN61--
NxTHY NOT HAVE YOUR FUHNirt1fSMsl Ssl
w Repaired and Mattresses Renovnteu NY ~
BODY Il SONf For they are among ine DEE.
repairers In the ID. q. Come, Come AZ ana give u'
call. All orders promptly attended 70 py
JOHN EI- BODY SoNs
mylsg sIA aIsT ST. N. W.
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27

GOVERNOR HoYT denies the rumor that
he is about to desert Don Cameron. Per-
haps the Governor can't get away. Maybe
he is in position somewhat similar to that
of the crew of the old frigate President,
when Commodore John Rodgers hove her
to off Sandy Hook to wait for the British
74.gun.ship Plantagenot. The President
was n A, which was about three.hfths the
force Of her antagonist. The old Commo.
dore made a brief speech to his crew, call
ing their attention to the disparity OF force,
and assuring them that he would not com.
pei any American seaman to go into action
with n ship so superior against his will.
"Therefore," concluded the facetious vet
eran, "if any member Of my crow has the
slightest disinclnation to being laid along
side "a, give him full permission to
jump overheard and mako the bsst Of his
way ashorew The President was then
about twelve miles from land. Perhaps
Hoyt thinks the one chance of escaping the
carnage is preferable to the certainty Of
being drowned
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
LIVERY STABLES.

A. r. KEYES ]. L. SMITH.
REYES SO CO.
Close Carriages for Weddings, Calls ana Mecep
lonB. Boarding and Livery STABLE WlllAruh
Hotel Stables corner l4th and n sts.
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
F0R EXCHANGE

VXTANTED-To exchange new stoves for old
w ones Mt Buffers Stove Exchange cor. 9th
and X. Smokey chimneys cured or no pay. Stoves
exchanged for groceries Old stoves bought. fe27
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27

EADELE-Y Sc BRO,
422-N Eighth Street, bot. ID and lc N, W:
Ole ge CARRIAGES for Weddings, Calls and Recep
tions. Bnardin0 and livery Stables.
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27

ONCE in awhile grain of truth as to
the situation in Peru is permitted to escape
the vigilance Of the Associated Press agent
at Panama. But before IL can have time
to produce much effect upon public senti-
ment in the Northern Continent, the agent
at Panama manages to overwhelm it with
a mass Of Chilian reports. The govern
ment" of Peru, which Chilli processes will
ingness to recognize" resides in the city
of Paris, France, in the person Of an indi
vidual named Pierola. Tho capacity of
this person to govern" Peru is somewhat
vividly exempliRed by the fact that he
does not consider it safe for him to attompt
visit to that country even under the au
spices of Chilian army of occupation.
We should think that the Chilians would
select more convenient instrument.
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
A Treasure for the Card AIbum
The Garfield Monument Fn,r.

OF eyory collector. HAhn's beautiful chrom
card presented 10 every customer tomorrow
Slb Seventh street,
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
LOST AND FOUND.

II osT-oCTOBER 10, OPPOSITE THE
- Adams Express Company's Depot. cor Va.
avenue and @ st. 3. W. q paet age OF the Company
V. n. & q. q o, II. r. to Baltimore, Md. re-
ward of a. Will be paid for their return to Geo,
w. Moss, Agent, 22G Pa. ave. N. W. oc2G-3t
r oST-TUESDAY MORNING. A YELLOW
j ! tan female dog. Return to 10 Grant Place
and receive liberal reward oc2l,3tt
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27

DON'T mlus f0,morrow'a races.
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27

W. Fl vEETSEIOFF,
Dealer In Wall Papers. Window Shades, Picture
Fra,nes g.. rictarss, &c; ;,,.
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27

TOR sALE-SToCR, GoOD-WILL AND
IL fixtures of n cigar store doing firstclasg
business. Apply 1910 Penna. ave. n. W. oc21,3ts
II wheels with umbrella; price, sl5; cost t3j.
Apply 5l7 Sd st. 8. W. oc25Stt
LNOR SALE-A NEAT AND SERVICEABLE
IL turnout, consisting of horse, buggy coupalette
and two sets of harness to match articles first
class and terms reasonable. Apply at Critic office.
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
BUSINESS CHANCES.
MONEY 10 LOAN.

GOO OOO THIS ANDANY SMALLER
az sDLO.OOO sum to loan on real estate
security Rohrer & Young, No. e2l L st. II. W.
oc27-3tf
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27

I,OR SALE - AT HYATrSVILLE, Nd
II Washingtons B most rapldly.growing suburb
land, In johnson and Wines addition; prices rea-
sonable good air; good water; pleasant country
20 trains daily. For Information apply to NJ. H.
Litteheld, Hyattsville, or ]. II. Raston 1926 st.
NV ociG-lm
VNOR SALE OR EXCHANGE FOR CITY
II property farm two miles from Blrdensbnrg,
containing Slli acres, improved by u dwelling
house OF six rooms and all necessary outhuildlngs.
Apply to John Stephen. .Badensbnrg, Md. oolllms
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
E0R SALE-MisceNaneous

I,oR SALE-BARGAINS; SMALL HOUSES;
a. buyers to call and see us before purchasing.
Danenhower & Son, 1912 + 81. II. W. Oclttf
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
WAHTED-Situatjons-MaIe.

UTANTED-BY a COMPETENT CoLoRED
wv man, situation as walter Apply at No.
III st, Dominick's IS alley s. W. Oc26
"ANTED-BY A YOUNG MAN. IS YEARS
w OF age, a position IN lawyers, land or pa
tent attorneys ofice writes fafr hand; can give
best of reference. Address a. L. O.. Critic Office
"ANTED-A SITUATION AS CLERK,
w porter or driver of delivery wagon by
one who is not afraid of work; will make himself
ge' orally usefu satisfactory references. Address
Necessity, Critic office. 0c25
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
E0a sSkE ARp RENT.

EyBAI slsrArr soLLETIN
In
THos. g. wAeaGMAN. oI7 utree,.
tChnnges made wednesday, and sia.urday1).
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27

TNOR SALE-A NINE-RoOM HOUSE, 1900
IL 9th ST. N. W., on easy terms; apply ON prem
ises; also, vacant lot ON U ST. between 1ath and
13,h sis.; south 'front.' running back to thirtytoot
alley. 25-3ts
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
F0R RENT-MlsceRaneous.
FOR SALE-Houses

TOR RENT--BRICK STABLE IN TEMPER
IL ance alley. Applyto No. Oh Il st. IL. W., bet.
9th and 10th SITS. oc9j.GJ*
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27

NOR RAFFLE-A VALUABLE BICYCLE;
~ iull nickeled nearly new; chances 81 For
sale at American House. oco6-3t2
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27


LOANS
In sums to suit at per cent
The above Is only ANAL portion OF property
on my books. For full list call ut Office for bule
tins issued ON 1st and 18th. oc25
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27

ENOR SALE-CHEAP-PRICE S2,750 EACH;
IL two eght;room brick houses, northwest; all
mod. im.; no basement; facing south: frst-class
neighbOrhood. Danenhower & Son, 1912 Il st.
Oc27-lm
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27

A YOUNG LADY, STRANGER IN THE
IA city, would like to meet wealthy and in
huential gentleman. Address Gratitude, Critic
office. ocli-lIt
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27

pENSoN IL. PIERCE ELoCUTioNI5r.
coran Building. oc25-3t2
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27

TIoWES BOOKKEEPING, EASIEST,
Il l. shortest, best: months of study saved !;
above, with penmanship, etc., 50 month. @. W.
Howe, 1890 7th at. Ocl0-l2t2
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27

NJ ATIoNAL AGA DENY OF FINE ARTS
IN Glasses in drawing three times per week at
.3 per month; clildrens classes in drawing, Sat
nrday's only, sl0 per year; new year commenc.
Ing; Instruction In every branch Of painting on
the most reasonable terms art taught as science;
wears of study will be saved, Oc2T-3t3
The Evening critic., 1882-10-27
wdHTE0--S S,tuatons-femaie.

A YOUNG LADY FROM THE NORTH
tA wonld like n place rs visiting governesI Ap-
fess l.. NJ, Critic office. oc27
The Waco daily examiner. [volume] (Waco, Tex.) 187?-1888, 1882-04-11
NO NEED FOR HASTE.

We confess to feeling of surprise and
disappointment that the portion of the
Governors message relating to reduc
ton OF ad valorem and occupation taxes
is devoid of single suggestion as to the
best means of accomplishing so desira-
bic an end. The Governor is familiar
with the difficulties that beset the Datb
to immediate tax reduction, and his
views as to details would be alike Yalua-
bic and appropriate. He conveys the
impression, however, that ss soon az the
reports OF the comptroller and treasurer
are completed he will again take up the
subject Of taxation and treat it with more
dehnlteness. In the meantime senators
and representatives are afforded an op-
portunIty that should be utilized
to confer freely with each other,
ascertalning the needs of the state and
the counties aud determining what is
best to be done. The true construction
OF article , section g of the constitution,
(Which prescribes the limit of state and
county taxation) is n matter that ought
TO be settled definitely by this session,
for, IN the opinion of many well-inform-
ed persons, It affords solution of the
questions at issue and a way ont Of the
complications threatened by AN outright
reduction of the state rate. 1t is to be
hoped no member Will attempt to secure
positive action on the tax question until
he has given the subject the investiga-
ton it merits. Mr.. Upton, of
the house, has introduced a bill
that promises the happiest results
II his construction of the section and
article above referred to correct. He
holds that counties may levy as high as
twenty-five cents on Is the hun
dred dollars, without regard to what the
state rate may be. This is not new
view Of the question, for the same prop
osit.ou hus recently been advanced and
discussed III several of the state papers,
the ExAMISER among the number. But
even Dir. Upton can afford to take his
time with his measure until the Cover
nor is heard from again.
The Waco daily examiner. [volume] (Waco, Tex.) 187?-1888, 1882-04-11
VTNDICATION.

From time to time, during the present
year, the EXAMINER has endesvored to
direct public and official attention to
the outrageous abuses perpetrated un-
der the county convict law. In some
quarters our views have been misunder-
stood and in others misinterpreted. II
any vludication were needed it is fur
nished in the following passage from
the Governors message:
beg leave 70 cali your attention 10, ami ask
Ysur seton gron. at this session, If found
necessary, the ractice in some counties Of
hiring county conYicts TO persons who carry
them % distant counties. sometimes 10
unhealthy localities, where thsy ars not treat
ell as tn,y should be. ! have but limited in
formation on this subject, but have incidental
" learnad Of such practice. and mentlonrt that
IT may BE- inquired into and corrected, il it
should he found 20 be an evil, without authori-
" Of law, as suppose It to he.
This suggestion WAS ref red TO iudic-
iary committee No z, of H. senate, with
instructions to investigate the matter
and recommend such legislation. by
way Of remedy, as they may deem de-
sirable. The composition of the com
mIttee warrants the belief that the in
yestigatiou, as well q the recommen-
danons, VIII he thorough, impartial and
practical The abuses under the law
are but too patent and generally known.
We are only surprised that county at
torney8 have wiuked at their perpetra-
tInn
The Waco daily examiner. [volume] (Waco, Tex.) 187?-1888, 1882-04-11

New York special to the Cincinnati
Commercial: Mr.. P. I, Barnum has been
making calls at the custom-house re-
Gently. His beloved Jumbo it is that
has impelled him TO 10 ke these visits
down town. Mr.. Barnum Is slightly
agitated over prospect OF removing his
purchase to American soil when the YES
sci bringing the $4,000 treasure shall
arrive. The agent who holds the bill
Of lading certifying that zone elephant
has been shipped 10 the great show
man is not coming on the same vessel
with Jumbo. His vessel arrives day
or two later. and in the meantime Mr..
Barnum is not content that Jumbo shall
be slowed away below decks as so much
unclaimed freight, and so Mr.. Barnum
has asked to be permitted TO file
with Collector Robertson an in
demnity bond for $4,000, twice
Jumbo's cost, pending the absence of
agent and bill of lading. He had an in
terview with the collector on the subject
yesterday, and during the same call he
fell into pleasant conversation touch
ing the coming elephant. There is q
duty of twent" per cent upon imported
live stock, an exception being provided
in cases where importation is for the
good OF the country through an inten-
tion to improve the native stock. A duty
of twenty per cent upon Jumbo's value
would necessitate an outlay of $1,000 by
Mr.. Barnum. The successful Snowman,
however, smiled his blandest smile when
his eye fell upon this provision yester,
day.
Good thing good thing, that law,
said Mr. Barnum, and then he added
with no abatement in his enthusiasm
81 am bringing Jumbo over for breeding
purposes, you see Yes, collector, for
breeding purposes. The tariff is just
right on Jumbo, just right" and Mr.
Barnum smiled again and went his way
The Waco daily examiner. [volume] (Waco, Tex.) 187?-1888, 1882-04-11
SURELY NOT ORR ROGER


\ recent number of the Washington
Cutie gives pen pictures of some of the
most attractive children of members Of
the house Of observation-disclosures
who are on the floor Of the house often
enough to be as wel-known and perhaps
more admired than their right honorable
fathers Among others the following
are mentioned:
Two OF the brightest children ars the daEgs
tiers OF Congre ssruen Nils and Dingley. They
are Handsome girls amt always prettlly dressed
Little Hiss AliIls is al especial favOrite with
Joe Blackburn. who takes particular pride IL
teasing ner with reference to her fathers polit-
icAl status Mr.. Mills is greenbacker, but
Black burn when talking with the little miss,
always speaks VI him as q republican, at which
the little girl 1r-- up with indignation, and
with all the Language her baby EPs can com
n.and. rebukes Mr. iackUurn 1ercely fact
which plea -es the latter Immensely. and al
wavs at cacts group OF statesmen about the
two
NiIls-"a greenbacker?' Is this Critic
d reliable critic? IN the house Of repre-
sentatives there is but one Mills--Roger
Z. Mills, elected from the fourth con
gressional district of Texas for several
terms as 4 democrat And yet the Critic
coolly tells of Joe Blackburn, who was
''badgerpd" in Texas last fall, speaking
OF the "greenbacker' Mills as d repubh-
can. There is surely mistake some
where, and 1t Is to be hoped the Critic
will correct it. Roger @. might be re-
/ elected III Texas as ii republican, but as
4 greenbacker never AS for Colonel
/ Mills, he should ask Mr.. Blackb burn to
relate that badger story, of which Black
burn Was the hero when IN Texas last
The Waco daily examiner. [volume] (Waco, Tex.) 187?-1888, 1882-04-11
4 ReIf-InIiCEeI .sOkc.

Washington Cor. Cincinnati Commercial.
The Post says: Senator Beck, of Ken
lucky, who can take and appreciate Il
Joke as well as anybody, had his eye
peeled FOR April LIST foolery, AID conse-
quently when invited 10y distinguished
colleague To partake with him of Sat
urday morning breakfast at Chamber
lain's winked slow nnd appreciative
wink. The very first thing he did, there
fore, was to cat hearty meal at his
own house, and the next thing WAS to
walk down to Oh mberlains and sur
vey the ground. His surprise was gen
uine, however, instead OF finding a room
tnll of emptiness, he saw seated at the
well-luden table Senators Pcndleton.
Butler, Wade Hampton. Morgan, Bay
ard. Voorhees, and Senator-cleci Randall
Gibson and his would be host If there
is anything Beck appreciates it is one
Of the meals to which Chamberlain gives
his personal attention, and it was only
because the joke that he had pla, ed
upon himself was too good to be lost
that induced him to relate how, out of
abundant cuution, he had made us large
a draft ON his stomachic ability as was
likely 10 be honored.
The Waco daily examiner. [volume] (Waco, Tex.) 187?-1888, 1882-04-11

The United States supreme court has
decided that a proved case Of deligium
tremens in man whose life was insured
does not inva!idate his policy on the
grouud Of uutruthfulness il represent
Ing himself rs man Of temperate
habits