The Evening critic., 1883-02-22
SOUTH WASHINGTON.

Blake's Hall was brilliantly Illuminated last
night, the occasion being grand entertain
ment under the auspices OF the Washington
Light Infantry Cadets. The entertanmont
was announced several days previous, and
shortly after the sun went down the spacious
hall began 10 I'LL with the youth and fair
maidens of South Washington supplemented
by n goodly number from other portions OF the
Capital City. pistorlos band was In attend
sounds OF Joyous dancing and revelry, ac-
companied by inspiring music, were waited
over the braclng air. The dancing took
place on the third floor and the room had been
beautifully hung with flags and bunting.
The guests included several young ladies'
from other cities, who are on visits to friends
and relatives in South Washington, and they
appeared to enjoy themselves keenly. Among
the ladies' present were the Misses Fannie
Living ston, Fannie Webster, Annie Bell, Min.
mic Tucker, Maggie Jackson, Ruth Harring-
ton, the Misses Clarvoe, Annie Braxton, Clara
Williams, the Misses Kouiey, Ada Tennyson,
Carrie Miller the Misses Len9 MEs
skinner, Lou iBriil, Deulah Wright, Julia
Hoffman, Ida Smith, Ida Selby, Laura Lewis,
Emma otter, Dora holman and Molle Hines,
together with a largo number Of other ladies'
and gentlemen. J. Javins was master of cere-
monies, and the floor committee, RIB. Kepner,
o. Williams, j. E. Rocket, f. Howard and ].
L. Skinner, and they conducted the entertain
ment in perfect order. The company was
marched TO the danciDg-room In their stun
ming uniforms and drilled by Captain Ham
mer. They were reviewed by delegations from
tho Union veteran Corps and the Washington
Light Infantry, and the soldterly bearing and
the proficiency with which they handled
arms drew forth continued applause from the
soldiers and ladies present The entertain
ment was continued until late hour. The
company was ordered to appear In full uni
form at the armory to-day, so as to participate
In the military celebration OF Washingt0n's
Birthday.
The water in the Potomac this morning was
40 degrees Fahrenheit, with q tendency % be-
come warmer.
There was considerable activity on the river
front this morning. Riley's and the other
wharyes were crowded with vessels, and nu-
merous teams were employed In hauling away
lumber, oysters, produce, etc.
Two shad and 100 herring were landed on
the wharves yesterday. These were the lrst
fish Of the Kind for the season. Mr.. Gwynn
that seldom In the past have shal and her
ring been caught so early. The indications so
far are that this viii be q prosperous fishing
season.
The cold weather of the last few mornings
has checked fishing operations.
The funeral Of Mr.. Edward Anderson Will
take place at 3 O'Clock on Friday from his late
residence on street,
Mr.. Sanford, Of tho firm OF Ross L Sanford,
the Potomac fiat contractors, went on the cars
to lower river points this morning to superln-
tend the transportation ofpiles.
There is an immense quantity OF oysters az
the wharves, and reasonable prices prevail.
A very enjoyable masquerade party was
| given last night at the residence Of Mr., James
| I. Lacey, at 233 Thirteenth street, which was
| attended by large number OF young ladies'
| and gentlemen.
| Call on VIM. II. Baum, corner OF Seventh and
| streets southwest, for fuel. Large consign-
| ments Just received, which Will be sold at bot
| tom prices
Pc. sauer, at 43S Four-and-a-half street
southwest, Will exchange new and durable
| stoves for old ones. Lamps and stoves sold re-
mQrkQDly cheap.