Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1883-03-28
Attemti0n,, Rattalfoni

Attentions DastAlfonl
THK WASHINGTON LIGHT nFANTAY CORPS FAIR IT'S
OBJEcf AND PROSPHCrB-A talk WITH COLONEL
AO0RE-THE ARH0RY AID PHsLIC HALL WHICH
THE CORPS PROPOSES TO BuILDs ETC.
A STAR reporter caught Cot w. @. Moore, the
the District last evening In an hour OF ease when
he had unbelted his bueklarAnd unbended his
martial brow.
II want to know" said the reporter, 1.-THE object
and prospects OF the Washington Light Infantry
fair"
"Well, sit down." said the warrior, "and will
tell you. The Infantry has existed since 1885, and
has never Owned Its arnory. stnce the organi-
paid for armory rent, and necessary incidental
expenses, upwards OF $4,000. Three years
our numbers 70 battalion, the corps held its rst
ia1r for the purpose OF uniforming the organlza-
tl Ken Th ie result was receipts aggegating
panies has been organized, fully uniformed arme d
and equlpped-one which would compare, at least
IN he eoun and S
the battalion we now desire to obtain an arnlory,
and, In connection with it. to build hall OF suta-
thing that this city greatly needs, and OF which
the people viii be proud Washington should be
the center OF all the conventions, political social,
rel2ious ana Otherwise, as we'll on account OF the
Iact that is the seat OF the federal government
as because OF the beauty Of its surroundings, its
clean streets and healthy - location
o ms ms , end we are preparing for fair to begin
rlnh. ana 10 continue two weeks. We have been
so literally seconded by our citizens. and through
them by merchants OF other pIaces.that we feel Wen
merchandise OF all kinds and OF the most valuable
character. have poured In from all quarters, until
we are at a loss to know in what manner we can
express our thanks for such generous cOntrbu-
lions. Even some Of our corporations have come
forward with large contributions OF money, and a
large sum Is expected from this source Some
days ago the president Of Adams Express COM
pany, Col. DInsrnore, OF New York, whilst stop
ping here en- route to Florida. expressed his warm
interest in the enterprise, and stated that he
thought he would, at least, have to the build
ing; anyhow, on his return north he would
,5 US 5rd know; ne e. would give us substan-
An instance OF the generosity with which our
calls have been answered is the offer of Manager
ROGERS to give clear benefit entirely for The
corps at Ford's Opera House on Monday. 9Th of
April-the opening OF Miss Palmer's engagement in
tis cry rms VIII serve as sort Of prelude to the
faif. The corps VIII attend in full uniform, and
an exhibition drill VIII be one OF the attractions
II II estimated that goods to the value OF rrob bly,
$4,000 have thus far been contributed towards the
"Why have you selected the skating rink for
your fair?" asked the reporter
"Ihe Skating rink has been selected" said the
Colonel "because there is no hall large enough In
our city for our purposes. By flooring it over and
removing the dressing rooms on the sides, will
obtain clear space OF IS feet width and 156 feet
depth. Arrangements are being made to light and
decorate 1t in exquisite style, and so to arrange
the booths as to give ample sp zee for tie crowds
ton IS easy OF access, and only half dozen steps
have to be cimed TO reach Tho main entrance. It
is designed to put In the lot adjoining q building
for supper ROOM" &c.
''Do you expect much Of display"
"The display OF goods and articles It is ex-
pected Will be very fine. Many manufacturers Of
OF goods which they have donated, and the exhibi-
ton or hams in satin cases, choice can goods. the
finest tobacco, In the shape OF cigars and cigar
articles, &C., most OF which have been made
and put up especially this fair, will in itself
constitute a fine dsplay.'
GLOW many tickets are you going to sell ?" asked
,, Eve shall not be surprised" said the Colonel,
The rapidity with which the tickets are selling is
remarkable. The grand presents, among them
the solid silver tea service, valued at 1920, on
Emerson piano, valued 1T 800, On exhibition at H.
koeibach's; the diamond earrings, valued at $500:
ahan 'o2 S :, 81, nt and 1t o oa watsh
valued IT sl25, have attracted especial attention.
ana and, naturally given an impetus to the sale OF
.'What do you expect to realize?"
"Of course, ',aid theCoione, I'VE don't know what
amount we VIE receive from the fair, but we have
large expectttlons, II is our earnest desire to
put up such hall as will be IN ornament to the
city and have sufficient dminsoas for any
pubic purpose, and, at the same time. to furnish
ncent Tor this purpose
Where . do You propose to locate the armory7'
The location has not yet been selected but It
IS our wish 20 PAT II toward the northwest part OF
tne cily, as all tue public halls low what is
termed down town. Or course the han viii be
adapted tCf concerts and Operas as well as balls
and conventions, and we hope 10 make the armory
a model one ia every respect; not LUXURIOUS but
comfortable. Tire erection OF a public hail Will be
benent TO the public"
rs it your intention to enlarge the corps ?" in
Qulred the reporter.
The corps Is steadily increasing In numbers,
ana the desire IS TO Increase the strength of the
present four companies so they win aggregate
about sixty muskets EACH but this is an after con-
sheraton. 1t Is most singular thing" observed
the Colonel, as the reporter Was closing his note
book. "that In but few Instances have the commit
tees received negative reply to their solicitations
Tor donations. 1t IS interesting to read the list OF
articles to be voted for lively contest. 1t is ex-
pected, Will be had over most OF these articles,
fair"
by the way. to show the interest In our corps,
even at tar distant points, here" said Col. Moore,
us letter from our esteemed and DISTINGUISHED
Trend, Gov. Shepherd, in whose memory we are
proud TO 1--we. and whose services to the District
ana the corps Will never be forgotten"
TIE LETTER FROM EX-GOv A. r. SHEPHERD
was dated "Consoltated Baptopilas Silver Mining
CO.. Hacienda de San Miguel, Baptopil IS, Mexico,
March IT, and is as follows: Ny Dear CYGgett: /
have your kind note 18th ult. with circular /
VIII Send TO reach you by 18th April a choice spe-
the shape OF the finest and purest
piece Of silver that can be found. l keep dear Old
Billy Moore and his gallant boys OF the ". L. ]. In
the heaItleSt and kindliest remembrance, and am
ever ready TO show 1t by word or deed I am
gratl'ied to you and nay other friends on the COM
mttec for giving me an opportunity to thus
express my good win and regard"
The OPENING MoRRow.-The grand spring
opening at Kings Palace, at s14 18th Street north
west, begins Tomorrow and will continue for
three days Il promises TO be one OF the finest
displays OF millinery ever seen here, including as
1t does the latest novelties in hats and bonnets.
MUSICAL 1NSTRCCTIoN.-Att Is drected to the
adFcrs .S@meAt in an0titetcOlunn headed "a Mecca
IN Musicn for exceptional opportunities offered by
PTof. DeWoloHsk1 for young people who desire to
prepare superior musical parlor entertainment in
the very shortest time possible, and on the most
highly cultured Scale for the entertainment OF
their friends The Inducements for cheapness OF
cost, perfection. and finish are simply remarkable.
ATTENTION, LADIES.