davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21
Nicker.on,s Observation-Disclosures.

The Nickerson case came yesterday into
the courts of the District of Columbia in
the shape of two suits, in which Mrs Emma
G. ID. Nickerson seeks to be divorced from
her husband and to recover for herself and
daughter the property he gave tho woman
whom he married during the time which
intervened between his divorce in March
and its annulment in June. In the first
suit Mrs. Nickerson asks divorce from Azar
II. Nickerson. whom she married, being
then named Emma G. Derby, on the 18th
of August, 1870, at San Francisco, Cal. She
AYERS that she has been faithful,
aflectionate wife, and that daughter,
Florence, now IL years old, has been born
of the marriage, and asks divorce with
alimony and asks that the care of her
laughter Florence may be committed to
her, and that her maiden name, Emma Ce-
celia Derby, may be restored to her. In her
second bill she sets out that she is Nicker-
sons wife, and that he was the owner of
several valuable lots in this city aud in
Portland, Oregon, and which, she alleges,
were according to his repeated declarations
to be held and used for the benefit Of the
plaintiff and of Florence NiclSerson, their
daughter. While she was in Europe she
claims that he converted the property to
others, and that he obtained u divorce by
fraud, and lived with Lena Miller Carter as
his wife, She recited the facts Of Major
Nickerson's fight, and asks that receiver
be appointed to take charge of the prop
erty, and that it may be declared subject to
her dover and other rights that the con-
veyance to Lena Carter be set aside and the
property sold, and its proceeds disposed of
according to law. The application for re-
straining order came before Judge James
this afternoon, and temporary injunction
was made returnable on the 9th inst. The
process against Major Nickerson was re-
turned mot found"
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21
The Schuetxen Fest,

There was an increased attendance at the
schuetzen Park yesterday over the two
previous days. The Baltimore party, num-
bering fifty-eight were received at the de-
pot and conducted to Abner's, where they
partook of lunch. The park was then visited
and the visitors took an active part in the
proceedings. A supper was served to them
and several informal speeches were m ade.
The prize bowling resulted as follows:
First prize, Mr.. Hobellmann, of Baltimore I;
second, George Goebel; third, ]. Hagenah /;
fourth, E. Hoffman !. fifth, E. Hazebaly, of
Baltimore; sixth, w. Zahn seventh, H..
Fendner; eighth, A. Miller and for the
most ten strikes, i. Hagepah. The ladies'
shooting resulted as follows: First prize,
Mrs. Chas. Meyer second, Mrs. Xander
third, Mrs. John L. Vogt; fourth, Mrs. Geo.
@. Walker fifth, Mrs. Eckhardt, Balti-
more sixth, Mrs. William Berens.
The shooting-gallery men and Mrs. Reh,
who has had the grab-bag stand for eigh-
teen years, were notified by Detective
Brock that they could not carry on their
business any more without licenses. This
has never been required before, and coming
in the last two and busiest days, causes
much INDIGNATION
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21
WEST WASHINGTON.

Several evenings ago, while Onlcer volkman,
OF the mounted police, was riding along the
ened and shied, causing his pistol TO fall out
Of his pocket. The weapon was afterward
found by colored woman and taken to the
Fifth Precinct Station, where he recovered 1t
this morning.
Mrs. Mccartney. wife of Lieutenant Charles
Mccartney, OF the Navy, died at z 80 O'Clock
this morning Mt the residence OF her father,
DR.. CragiD, on Dunbarton avenue, after pain.
full illness.
The agent of one OF the city passenger trans
portation lines has visited Tennallytown and
selected site on which 70 erect stable. The
the city four times day, enabling ladies who
desire to do shopping to have comfortable and
quick transportation, and to benefit city resi-
dents living In the country for the summer.
The final arrangements have not yet been
made.
The closing exercises OF the public schools
at Tennaliytown, Tuesday night, were very
interesting, and the schoolhouse was
crowded with the friends and relatives OF the
pupils. A lengthy programme OF singing,
which splendid collation. was enjoyed by the
assembly. Ex.trustee Nourse and several
others delivered addresses.
Baker and Bryan, tho two oarsmen who Will
row against Kearney and Fisher on Saturday
evening at o O'Clock, spent much time on the
river yesterday afternoon practicing for the
occasion. The match is looked forward to with
deep interest.
Sailed: schooners Walter F. Parker, Rocket,
Newburyport, Mass; Mabel Philips, Gardner,
Providence; Normandy, Purcy, Boston; Cor
nelia Newkirk, Huntley, Bridgeport.
Arrived Barge Alion Whiting, 1900 bushels
wheat, sold at s1.1SH per busheL
This morning about 10 O'Clock Mr.. James
Murray, an old resident and a we'll
known painter OF West Washington, became
suddenly sick while sitting on Thirty second
street and fell over. The event created con-
siderable excitement and several ran TO his
assistance, and he was taken in doors and
given restoratives, Later In the day he had
entirely recovered from the attack.
Mrs. b. L. Blockford, wife OF the well-known
real estate agent, Is seriously Ill at her resi-
dence on Stoddard street.
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21
DIED.

C0LLINS.--On Tuesday morning, June 10,
1883, about 10 o'clock a. M, Peter U. g., old.
oct son Of Patrick AID Della Collins, ageu 10
years, 3 months and Is days.
GRAY.-Departed this life June 10, 1888, of
consumption, Mary j. Gray, beloved wife of
George Gray.
Fold her hands together,
Like the wings of a tired dove.
Tenderly smooth her tresses;
None knew her but TO love.
Softly our tears are falling,
Sad our hearts to-day.
The one whom we cherished
Has been called from us away.
By Her Husband and lSiters
HUGHES.-On June IS, 1888, at 8 O'Clock p.
widow of the late John Hughes, In the sixtieth
year Of her age.
Won MISUNDERSTANDING, on June 10,
1883, at 3:45 p. M, Margaret, the beloved
wife OF John Won Berghman, in the 41st year
OF her age.
WAYNE.-On Monday, June 1S, 1883, at
IL 100 o'clock q. M. Harriet Wayne, beloved
wife of William II. Wayne, aged 81, after q
very short and painful Illness, which she bore
with Christian fortitude.
Enthusiastically June 10, Colonel Davis
W. Bailey.
Services at his residence, 1857 street, Thurs
day at p. m. Friends invited to attend.
RUTB.-On June 10, 1883, at 80 a. M,
John d. Ruth, aged 40 years, after long and
painful Illness.
HIS funeral will take place from his late
residence, No. 1877 Seventh street northwest,
on Friday, June %, at O'Clock a. m. Friends
and relatives Of the family are respectfully In
vited to attend.
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21
Wolfe Tone Anniversary.

The 120th anniversary of the birth Of
Theobald Wolfe Tone, founder of the United
Irish Society, was celebrated by tho Wolfe
Tone Club at Clan -na-Gael Hall last night,
the hall being we'll filed with ladies and
gentlemen. Mr.. James Plant, president of
the club, made few opening remarks,
after which the programme was opened
with piano solo by Miss Flynn. "The
Harp that Once Through Tara's Halls
was sung by Mr.. J. NJ. McAvoy,
after which DR.. j. P. Cleary delivered
an interesting address. A recitation by
Master McFall and ballad by Master J..
G. Sullivan followed. "Shaun O'Neilp
was recited by Thomas McCabe. After a
solo by Miss NJ. A. Allen, another address
was delivered by Daniel Cahill. A ballad
rendered by G. Salb preceded the speech
Of Captain L. O'M. Condon,s who was
heartily applauded. The interesting exer-
cises closed with duet by Misses Null
hore and Salb, aud the singing of the Irish
national song, "God Save Ireland" led by
Mr. McAyoy.
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21
sr vINcENr,s SCHOOL.
Closing Exercises and Annual Dis-
tribpttVn of Premlums.


Masonic Temple was crowded to-day by
delighted audience to witness the closing
exercises and distribution Of premiums of
the st. vinccnt's School. The programme
was admirably arranged, and high encomi-
ums were bestowed on Mrs. Chas. Carney
and Miss A. O'Neal, In charge of the musi-
cal department. The renditions of Misses
Thornton, Garish, Ellis. Nolan and Glea.
son were highly creditable and elected
great praise, while the vocal solo of Miss
Maggie Bird was really birdlike in its
warbling melody
Graduating honors, gold medals and
crowns were bestowed on Misses Mangan,
Bird, Killegan and Gleason. Handsome
books and promotions were awarded to the
members of the different classes, and each
face beamed with intense satisfaction as
she received the testimonial of her years
efforts. The art, ornamental and plain
needle-work departments were hand
somely represented. Among them
we noticed magniicently embroidered
chair, lovely monchoir cases, large cross,
cushions and panels, from the dainty fin
gers of Miss M. Bird tabernacle veil,
chairs, monchair cases, cushions and large
landscape, and flower pieces in water col
ors, from Misses Mangsn and Killegau;
marine view and sacred hearts, and two
.
card; Easter and Christmas Morn, in
Sepia, and richly embroidered camp chairs
were claimed by Misses Herman and DAILY !;
piano.stools, ottomans, fire-screens, table,
covers, tides, cushions and skirts, Misses
Stewart, Shean, Hannah, Ellis, Lyman,
Davies, Mccoy, Ferry, Kelly and Corco-
ran lace work, Misses Magruder, Daily and
Herman plain sewing, Misses Kelly, Nc
Clifton, Killegan, Thornton, Castell, Halo
ran and Parsons had excellent specimens
Misses Bryan, Fecney and Brunette had
large, handsome tapestries. These, with
numerous other products of needle, brush,
crayon and pencil, formed an array rarely
| offered to the public. Certainly "well done
can be truly said of old st. Vincent for
| 1883.
The following promotions were made
| To the senior class-Misses Herman DAILY,
| Stewart and Turner.
To the first class-Misses Sallie Feeney,
May Ferry, Bridget Madigan. Raphie
Ellis, Cordelia Bryan, Maggie Nolan aud
| Celia DAILY.
| To the second class-Misses Teresa Hal
loran, Maggie Castell, Mary Thornton,
| Beulah Parsons, May Adamson and Ella
DAILY.
To the third class-Misses Roselle Pike,
Mary Downey, Cora Hunter, Lizzie Gan
non, Agnes White. Mary Whelan, Kate
Kirby, Mary De Lacy and Alice Guista.
| To the fourth class-Julia Weise, Ger
| trude Callahan, Teresa McGolrick, Ada
Stuart, Sarah Mankin, Mary Musanti
Helen Becker, Grace Miller, Lizzie Lynch,
Nettie La Gorce and Minnie Phelan.
To the fifth class-Blanche Brooks, Annie
DAILY, Mary Schultz, Carrie Miller, Louisa
Bruzzalaro, Mabel Wallard, Loretto Han.
nan, Marie Alvey, Florence Johnson and
Estclle Randall.
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21
A school Concert,

The concert by the pupils of the public
schools of Anacostia Tuesday evening was
decided success throughout. The
choruses were excellent, especially the
whistling chorus, Hear the First Clear
Song" The recitations were very well rem
dered, those of Miss Flora Etzlor and Miss
Minnie Talbot deserving special credit.
"The Schoolmaster Abroad" dia-
logue, by several Of the larger
boys, was q decided chit" In
the dialogue entitled "a Precious Pickle"
all the young ladies acquitted themselves
with great credit, Miss Grace Shelton dis
playing remarkable talent in her Juno. The
vocal solos of Misses Nellie Talbot, Cora
Etzler and lone Marsh deserve great COM
mendation. The trio by Misses Jennie
Robey; lone Marsh and Nellie Talbot was
received with great applause. A remark
able feature of the evenings entertain
ment was that no scholar required prompt
ing, which fact reflects great credit upon
the teachers who have had them in train
inU
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21

via Pennsylvania Railroad, on the Both In
slant, promises 10 be a treat which the people
OF Washington should not lose sight OF. Tho
low rate of fare, So for the round trip, allays
altogether the objection heretofore raised by
those who wish TO visit the seashore for day
or two. This trip presents TO the citizens an
opportunity to leave the cares and heat OF the
city to partake OF the pleasures and invig
Grating Influences Incident to jaunt to the
sea.
The beach, which is without rival, being the
finest in the world, presents an attraction we'll
worth the cost Of the entire trip. The musical
features and the sojourn OF pennsylvania's
famous military organizations Will go toward
making the visit an assured pleasure. Those
desiring 10 remain only day can return on
Sunday afternoon, the tickets being good re-
turning on any train until the 9th OF July In
elusive. Special train Will leave Baltimore Il
Potomac Railroad Station at q. m. Saturday,
lime 10.
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21
WoInend.Gross.

Epiphany Church was comfortably filled
last evening to witness the marriage of Mr..
Alfred Holmead and Miss Fannie Gross.
The bride wore white velvet and brocade
satin dress and tulle veil, and looked
particularly lovely. She is the daughter of
Captain Frank Gross, of the Army, retired,
and the groom is grandson Of the late
Rev. Alfred Holmead. The Rev. DIR. Paret
performed the marriage ceremony in an inn
pressive manner, A reception was sub
sequently held at the residence Of the brides
parents at No. 1912 r street northwest,
where the young couple received the con-
gratulations of their numerous friends and
well Mishers.
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21
ALEXANDRIA AFFAIRS.

Messrs. wm. Lambert and Frank Adams,
carpenters, while at work in the new hall Of
Mr. John Lamnon, at the corner of King and
Pitt streets, fell from the scarold on which
they were working TO the floor below, DIS
tance Of about twenty feet, and were pain
fully though not seriously injured,
The Democrats OF the city will hold ward
meetings tonight for the purpose OF electlng
delegates TO the Lynchburg convention, which
meets on the 25th prox. The places selected
Ward-McLean's oJ Jster-house, Prince and
Fairfax streets. Second ward-sun Engine
House. Third Ward-old Courthouse. Fourth
Ward-Ffiendship Engine House.
The public schools of this city are being ex-
amined. To-day, Peabody schools Nos. 1, 2,
8 and were examined, as We're Hallowell
School No. and Custls School, for colored
girls. Tomorrow Washington schools Nos. 4,
8 and g, and the Miller Auxiliary Scnool, for
white boys, in Peabody building, Will be ex-
., 8, and 5, for white girls, will be exam.
ined. on Tuesday, the 20th, Washington
schools Nos. 1, 2 and VIII be examined. The
examinations begin at a. m.
number Of colored men came 10 this city
from Washington yesterday afternoon 10 take
the places OF the colored stevedores, who
struck for an advance of flve cents an hour. As
soon as the strangers made their appearance
at the wharves the striking men became very
disorderly, and their leader, John Roe, was, at
the instance OF Mayor Beckham, arrested anu
taken TO the station-house, and the crowd was
dispersed.
wm. Conkllng, colored, went to his house, in
plpers Hollow, yesterday afternoon, In
drunken condition and assaulted his wife,
beating her numerically, and but for the ap-
pearance of Oflcer ogden, would have killed
her. Tho man was arrested and lodged In the
statiou-house.
Edward Payne, colored, for assaultlng
uTute" Henderson, also colored, was arrested
by OnIcers Belts and Henry last nignt. Payne
is the man ollcer Simpson was in search of on
the night OF the arrest OF George Winters,
when the orlcer was badly cut In the head.
Miss Kate Harper died at the residence of
Mr.. Andrew Fleming, corner OF Columbus ana
Duke streets, last night of consumption.
A deaf and dumb negro named Lee was ar
rested yesterday evening in front OF police
headquarters, where he was behaving in q
very disorderly manner.
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21
Clements Lodge OF Good Templars.

The regular meeting of this lodge was
held on last evening at Washington Hall,
Capitol Hill, and was attended by a men,
bership much larger than at any meeting
for some time past While the meeting on
last evening was decidedly business meet
ing, the social feature of the order was not
neglected. Before closing the lodge its
members and many visitors were entertain
ed with piano solo by Miss Carrie Brook
field, reading by Mr.. A. Kalstrom, recita-
tion by Miss Emma Mcfarland chorus by
the choir of the lodge, remarks by Mr. f. A.
Holden, recitation by Miss Emily Ma
honey and remarks by Messrs. r. NJ. Green,
Richard Emmons and M. p. Caldwell, G..
lodge will hold an open meeting, to which
the public is invited. On next Sunday
evening the lodge will attend in body the
grand temperance demonstration at Waugh
NJ. f. Church.
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21
The washington Light Infautry.

At meeting of the board of officers of
the Washington Light Infantry, Assistant
Surgeon Ham E. Leach was elected to the
position of surgeon, vice Ashford, deceased.
DR.. T. e. McArdlo was elected assistant
surgeon, vice Leach, promoted A meeting
of the encampment committee was also
held last night. Invitations were received
from Cape May, Atlantic City, Oakland and
Rawley Springs, and are held under ad-
visement. 1t is probable that the corps
will visit New York and Coney Island, and
finally go into encampment at Atlantic
City or Cape May. The matter has not yet
been determined.
The rank and file of the corps may well
congratulate themselves upon the acquisi-
tion of the valuable services of our rising
young physician of South Washington, DR..
Leach as surgeon. DR.. Thos. Z. McArdle,
who was elected assistant surgeon, is also
well and favorably known as a gentleman
well qualified for the position. BEL
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21
Cumberland Coal Trade.

The shipments from the mines OF the Cum
berland coal region for the week ending Sat
urday, June 10, were 80, 100 tons, and for the
year 10 that date 995,571 tons, an increase OF
spending period OF 1882. The coal was shipped
as follows: To Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
and local points-week, 21,335 tons; year,
6S5,603 tons; increase over last year, 151, 1886
tons. To Chesapeake and Ohio Canal-week,
2J,533 tons; year, 225,437 tonsi increase
over last year, 21S, 112 tons. To Pennsylvania
Railroad-week, S,24O tons; year, 1Sb633
tons; increase over last year, 1o9,691 tons.
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21
SlIltth.EOrlSt.

Wesley Chapel was crowded last night by
the friends and relatives of Mr.. Frank Smith
and Miss Emma l.. Bond, to witness their
marriage. The Rev. w. l. McKenney per-
formed the ceremony according to the rites
of the M. L. Church. Messrs. Frank Har-
vey and Robert Head acted as ushers, aud
Mr.. w. X. Cohen, organist at Foundry
Church, played the march from Lohengrin
on the entrance of the bridal party. The
bride wore a steel-colored silk, which was
perfect in its simplicity of style. The
happy pair will enter at once upon the du
ties of housekeeping in their own house.
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21
No Help From the Department OF Jus.
tfce.
Special to N. Y. Sun.


pistrict.Attorney Corkhil has applied 10 tho
Department OF Justice for assistance In the
second trial of the Kilbourn case. Attorney.
General Brewster says that the appropriations
be given. The Department of Justice has in
lis employ number OF persons, any one OF
whom Is supposed TO be able to afford the aid
colonel Corkhill wants. Why does not the de-
partment go to the assistance of public prose.
cutors Instead OF employing a special attOr-
ney in every instance? How do they earn their
salaries, and what are they there for?
Why not appoint for District Attorneys law
yers who can try simple cases like the one for
which Corkhill calls for a special assistant?
Filling onlces with persons who cannot do the
work is a popularity Of the Department OF Jus.
tice. The case lin tho District OF Columbia is
not the only Instance.
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21
Perseverance Lodge of Good Tenn.
plars.

The officers of the Grand Lodge made au
official visit to the lodge last Tuesday even
ing at its lodgeroom in Washington Hall,
Capitol Hill. After the initiation a recep-
tion was rendered the visitors and newly
made members, which was highly enjoyed.
The officers of the Grand Lodge reported
the lodge to be strong in numbers, practical
and earnest in its work, well managed,
completely and handsomely equipped and
in sound financial coalition. At the close
of the business session remarks were made
by Mr.. Kalstrom, G. w. @. T.. Messrs.
Frear and Mrs. Frear and Gourlay enter
tanned the lodge with quartet, Mr.. NJ. p,
Caldwell with remarks, Mr.. Southwicl1
with recitation and Mr.. j. S. Gourlay, p.
G. w. c, T., with an address.
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21
Another Unhappy couple.

Mollie B. Reiter, through her attorney,
Mr.. A. B. Williams. this morning filed a
petition in equity for divorce from her hus-
band, John Ii. Reiter. The petitioner
states that her maiden name was Mollie b.
Oliver, and that she married the defendant
in this city December 2S, 1877, and resided
at No. 1927 Seventh street northwest, where
they lived together until January 20, 1873,
when he deserted her without cause.
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21
THE COURTS.

COURT IN GENERAL TERAI-Justices Hagner,
Cox and James.-Alley vs. Quinter OF al ;
opinion OF the court delivered by Justice Cox
10 the effect that there is no defect in bill In
equity where there is not q prayer for process,
u ,esneS acs,nst deiendanfs as one wben the
remedy is not asked against some specific
defendant. Bashford VS.. Dunn; opinion by
Justice Hagner, reversing judgment below
and remnnding cause.
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21
Indians for the Louisville Exhibi.
tiOn.

Commissioner Price has replied 10 n request
OF Lieutenant Chaneller, u. s. A., asking that
certain exhibitor at the Louisville exhibi-
tion be allowed the privilege OF taking there
i've Tonkowa Indians. He says he Is inclined
TO allow the Indians 20 go, provided that the
exhibitor Is proper person TO take charge OF
them and that no Will pay their expenses,
what the Commissioner regards as most i'm.
portant not 70 permit them 10 use any lntoxi-
eating liquors IN any form.
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21
MOUNTING THE EAGLE BIRD
And Making Fourth of July Ha-
rangues mot the Proper Thing I'm
Court of Law.

Judge Smell to-day jumped on luckless
attorney who announced that he was pro-
tecting the free and untrammeled rights Of
an American citizen in protesting against
some action Of the Court. HIS Honor said
that ho did not believe in spread.eagle
speeches TO the loafers on the bench under
guise of an appeal to the Court, and the
less American citizcn business and Fourth
Of July oratory was mixed up in the busi-
ness of the legal machine that he was con-
ducting, the better he would be satisfied.
The rights Of American citizens were pro-
tected by the law, and If the officers did
not enforce the law then impeach the Off
GERS, but not make a stump speech about it
before court that had done all it could do
in the matter,
The Evening critic., 1883-06-21

william Walsh, OF oswego, N. Y, and Rosa
G, Brandt, OF this city.
Charles NJ. Briscoe and Nannie slmms, both
or Alexandria, Va.
Lewis Eiseman, OF Baltimore, Nd, and Rosa
Blum, OF this city.
George Groves and Ellen Nelson.
Wallace II. Febrey and Sadie Short.