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Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Gas was put in the German N. E. church
last Saturday and the people Of that con.
gregation were much pleased and delighted
with the new light on Sabbath evening
Rev. j. Haller, so far as we can learn is
nlling the pulpit Of the German N. L.
church with great acceptability. He is .
genial, kind hearted pastor. in every way
worthy the confidence and love bestowed
by his congregation
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Joel Z. Cox, OF Arkansas City, and Mary
A. Drake, Of Wichita, were married at the
n. Z. parsonage Monday evening at 8
o'clock BY Rev. DR.. Phillips They went to
Arkansas City yesterday, where they will
make their future home. The EAGLE ex.
tends Its congratnlationa.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Every day we are more and more con-
WINGED that the EAGLE WAS correct
when il took the position that this
valley will excel any other part OF the
country on the western continent In the
raising Of fruit Yesterday John p. Fur.
ioug sold peaches for four dollars per BUSH
Ell. Ii was not that peaches are scarce. but
The fine quality Of the peach. some fine
specimens OF which weighed ten ounces,
and ten Of them weighed seven pounds.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Do not pay peddisrs travelling over the
country exorbitant prices for Farm Bells
when you can 60 to Geo. g. Matthews and
buy IS pound bell made from the same
material for "a 80 wl2-tf
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Although . change has been made in the
management Of the opera house, Jesse
Ask will continue to play companies Is
usual. While east he secured dates for
about twenty leading attractions, and will
play the Richard q Pringle Georgia min
strels on next Tuesday evening, and other
attractions shortly.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

The Santa Fe bakery has the contract
for furnishing 2e5 loaves Of bread to Sells
Bros circus, which will exhibit here on
the 18th of September.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Mr.. Joseph Fennel and Miss Luthel
christie were married Sunday morning, ii
the residence Of the brides parents, a few
doors north Of the county buildings, by
Probate Judge Jewett.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

great altitude and remote bearing, has .
large family and is monarch Of all be sur.
veys, there being upwards of one hundred
thousand acres Of white pine timber on his
possessions. His eldest son is attending
school In Washington, and his daughter At.
tending school in Santa Fe. Mr.. Mead
looks well after his trip.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

superintendent Hammond has just made
bis semi-anuual distribution of school
funds, placing the money-S5, 200 40-in the
hands Of the county treasurer. where it
will be distributed in proper amounts to
the various school districts OF the county.
1t amounts to 70 cents per capita for every
person In the county OF proper school age.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

L. J. Jones, NJ. d., of Mulvaue. has re-
moved 10 this city, his residence being on
the esst side of Fourth avenue, between
First and Second streets, aud his Office q,
liz north side Of Douglas avenue. The
following testimonial from the Mulvsne
Record, shows Ia what esteem the doctor
was held at his late home:
MULyANE, Kan, Aug is. 1884.
To WHOM 1T MAY CONCERN: Whereas,
our fellow fownsman DIR. l.. J. Jones, has
removed 10 Wichita 10 engage in the prsc-
tice OF medicine: We. the undersigned
citizens Of Muiyane aud vicinity, take this
means Of expressing our regret Mt his de-
parture from our town, and we hereby
heartily recommend him to the good peo-
pie OF our neighboring city as q skillful and
successful physician OF large experience, a
good citizen a man Of fine social qualities
and Perfec, gentleman In every respect.
wM. HOWARD, J. Il. McQUowE,
y. A. BROWN, TAOS. n. TRICKY,
Ira p. TRICKY, JOHN. Y. WILSON,
~. G.. ROBINSON, ID. N. HOWELL.
W. X. HARRIS.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Our Clothing House has the most COM
plete stock Of boys school suits in the city.
Good goods, good styles and sold reasons
BILE. T. C. WIRR & Co.
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Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

4 FAMILY RELIC.


We all know, with what pride, and even
tenderness, the father and mother Of .
family oftentimes regard old pieces Of fur
niture; picture; piece OF cracked china,
which, to others, may seem useless, but
which, to them, Is closely identified with
the dear old days. when they first event to
housekeeping" An instance, worthy Of
notice, came under the writer's observa-
ton few days since, at Salina, kansas !:
A family, In which Q Davis Sewing Ma
chine had been In use for the last eighteen
Year,. were about to lose their frst-born-
= handsome young lady-by marriage. The
question arose - to what the bride should
carry to her new home, - the particular
gift Of Father and Mother. 1t WAS prompt
ly decided that nothing could be 70 appro-
pirate as the sewing machine. The mother
looked at the dear old machine, which had
served her 20 faithfully for 20 many years;
upon which baby's wee garments had been
made, and upon which had just been fnish-
ed her wedding troussesu. The tears
welled up into her gentle eyes, and she
said to the Father, ave cannot let it go.''
Afler standing . moment in silence, tender
iy regarding the family friend, they decid-
ed to give to their daughter. to carry to her
new home. new high-arm Davis Vertical
Feed Sewing Machine, feeling assured that
II ould oe to her, In year, to come, oil
that the old machine had been to her par
EMS.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Yesterday n. F. Niederlander received
word from W. W. Johnston & Co., Of
Indianapolis, Ind, to close lease for them
on the new brick now in course Of con.
struction by Mr.. Guthrie, one door south OF
Bloomer Bros, on Main street. 1t 10 the
intention Of Messrs. Johnston 4 Co. to
come here and permanently locate and en-.
gage in the wholesale dry goods trade.
They will put in one of the most extensive
stocks in the west.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29
Dr.. Frssisr's Magic Ointment.

Immense stock Of underwear at Our
Clothing House, from low to the best
grades. &c. WEIR & Co.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Mr.. q. b. keplinger, the architect and
superintendent, who returned from his
southern trip few days ago, was around
among his numerous friends yesterday
setting up the cigars and shaking hands
and for time it was thought be had
secured the contract for building an opera
house in this city. But his joy proved too
great for that, and was fully explained
when he stated that young man had
arrived at his house during the day which
weighed nine sure enough pounds, and
who will be . voter In 1906
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

OF the gentleman who purchased the
grocery business of Ratliff q Cone, 10 this
city, the Rockville Tribune, published NJ
his old home in Indiana, contains the fol-
lowing good words which we cheerfully
copy:
with profound regret we babe farewell
Monday 10 our long time townsmsn. Fir
man Allen, ESQ. This il not like the or.
binary case OF citizen leaving for few
months; Mr.. Alien has been with US for Of.
teen years. aud goes to make & permanent
home in Wichita, Kansas. During all his
residence here he has been an active bust.
ness man. reliable citizens and friend to
every movement for the good OF the town.
He IL one Of the few men In whom the love
Of enjoyment and the love Of accumulation
were happily combined; he liked money
well enough 20 work reasonably hard for
it, and liked comfort well enough 10 spend
money freely for IL. BE made money for
the purpose Of spending il, and got as much
comfort out Of both processes ~ any man
we know OF. while he stool upon his
rights in business, be dealt fairly with
every one. child could buy of bis -
safely ne 3 sharper. We wish him all pos
sibie success in his new home. Such man
leaves many friends behind, and in time
will have many where he locates. Sorry to
lose you Firmsu; but, God speed.
Hon. ]. r. Mead has returned from his
mountain trip. He put In most of his time
wandering in the UNEMPLOYED regions Of
northwestern New Mexico, and in
his ups and downs OF few
weeks. saw many wonderful things.
He went wet Of Alberquroue
on the railroad some one hundred and
twenty 6ve miles and then struck into an
almost unknown and unsurveyed region.
north and west. II would be hard for
pen to describe many OF the beauties and
wonders Of that region. He found q Mexi-
can spauiard who has four hundred thous-
and sores Of splendid land, sbundautly
watered, through the hall Of whose :bouse
sfour-horse load Of hay could be driven
without touching sides or top, who owns
thousands upoa Thousands Of sheep, horses,
goats, ETC., and who when occasion re-
quires, can set his guests down to services
Of solid hammered silver. This man Of
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

The Clearwater Times lies upon our
table. The new paper made its first sp-
Pearsnce last Saturday, being alright sew
en- column folio, published by James F.
Kelly. The Times will have to prove q
bright paper lift keeps up to the spirit OF
the people who founded and are building
the new town on the banks OF the Mn
ne seah. The trst issue SCENE to take in
the situation and we wish it the prosperity
which lis first number fairly bids for
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Our Clothing House is getting in a man.
moth stock and will be headquarters for
good goods and low prices.
dS3-tf &c. WEIR Il Co.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

have 8 good young shoats six months
old for sale. JOHN KELLY,
W. Goddard, Kan, Aug. ., 1857.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

A good farm, by one who has had ten
years experience in Kansas farming. Good
references given. Inquire Of Sites Bros.
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Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

u. s. Deputy Marshal Williams returned
yesterday from Wellington. and departed
on afternoon train for Sedgwick and New
ton. He ia now kept very busy In subp9a-
ming witnesses for the U. s. court, psrticu-
larry those supposed to know something
about the Nelly Bailey case, the trial of
which will come up at the first of the Sep
TENDER term of the U. S. court. We under
stand that the matter will be sifted to the
bottom, and the trial will prove one OF
great interest to all those familiar with the
case.
Rufas X. Woodbridge, the man who was
shot at the show, still continues to improve
and his recovery 10 now almost assured.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Real estate loans at 9 per cent. interest.
Permission given borrower to pay all or any
part Of the principal after one year without
interest. Office over Woodman's bank.
stiff The VALLEY Land and Loan Co.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

r. c. winants, who recently sold to J.
W. Hartzell handsome residence on Waco
street, between Third and Central avenues,
has purchased two more lots in that neigh.
borhood and will erect on each a nice
dwelling.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

The Z. S. court will convene in this city
next Monday. There are enough cases on
the docket, continued from the last term,
to occupy the attention Of the court for
about . week, amer which it is expected
that the famous trial of Nellie Bailey will
take place. Her attorneys are Stanley &
Wall, Of this city, and Peck. johnson &
Mcfarland, of Topeka. The case promises
to be very interesting and will be tried for
all there is In it. Nellie Bailey will probably
be brought here Saturday night from
Topeka.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Sheriff Fisher, who went to Fl. Scot,
Friday evening TO get the two men who are
supposed to have stolen two horses ne.,
Clay Center recently. has not yet returned,
although he was expected back last night
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29
FINANCE ANU COMMERCE.
WICHITA MARKETS.
MARKETS BY TELEGRAPH.

New York Money Market.
NEW YORK, August q, 1854.
offered at lls@2 p cent.
PRIME MERCANTILE PAprR-5,s@6H p cent.
STERLING ExcHANGE-firm. Bankers bills,
$4.si demand 81. So.
CONVENIENT BoNps-strong.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29
By the sweet singer of the Arkansa,

BY the sweet singer of the Arkansas
Valley:
There is 3 man in wichita,
And he 10 wondrous wise:
Whenever be has goods to sell
He straight doth advertise;
And when he finds his goods are gone
With all his might and main
He hurries in another lot
To advertise again
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Lowell Roberts and Mary +. LANCER were
married Sunday afternoon At 2 O'Clock, at
The residence Of Mr.. Ross. In Zimiaerley's
addition, Probate Judge Jewett officiating.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

The Young Mems Republican Club have
received . sample Of . Blaine and Logan
uniform from = Chicago dealer, which 1,
very handsome and cheap. 1t comprises a
beautiful red helmet with white plume,
blue cloth leggins and cape. and . lamp.
Also . sample OF the bristol hambeau. The
uniform is one Of the nobbiest we have
seen for q long time
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Dawson was coming along with string
OF hsh which he had just caught, when he
met Daisy. "Where did you catch those, ~
asked Daisy. "In the mouth" said Daw-
con. "How many have you. again
chimed In Daisy. "Seven," replied Daw-
son, "six catfish and one sucker" "why
only see six catfish" answered Daisy,
" where 10 the sucker" Counting the
catfish !" yelled Dawson.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29
Choice nobby Hats at Our Clothing
House, +. c. Weir i Co. d83-tf
TIE COLLEGE OF EMPoRIA.


EW poIlo, Aabb0.
Next term opens September Sd. three full
courses, Classical. Philosophical and Liter
airy. Thorough training in the Prepara-
tory department. Special facilities for the
study Of French and German. Exper-
fenced and competent teachers in each de-
partment. Further information and cir
culars may be had by addressing the presi-
dent. JOHN +. HENDY, ID. ID.
Everybody invited to 60 to Our Clothing
House to buy goods. All goods guaranteed
rs represented. &c. WEIR i Co.
For cheap lands, suitable for farms or
ranches, call on or address
NJ. b. KELLOGG,
2-tf Kingman, Kingman County, Kansas.
Call on The Valley Land and Loan Co.,
over Woodlands bank, for best terms on
real estate loans.
Interest 5 per cent. 5l-tf
Best line OF shirts in the city, and cheap
est. at Our Clothing House, +. C. Weir 4
Co.
Examine those choice suits for men II
Our Clothing House. +. G. WIRR Co.
ds3-u
The celebrated Earl Il Wilson collars and
cuffs at Our Clothing House, p. C. Weir 4
Co.
Don't be fooled" and get ''Hope" mus.
lin for genuine ''Lonsdale," you will dnd q
big difference in the quality besides the
modification Of being humbuged. Buy oil
your muslins at MUNsON's.
d84-2t-w23-1t.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

To-day you can find As or 30 cent un-
laundried shirt in every dry goods store in
the city. We afiirm-and we do not make
statements We cannot verify-that not one
OF them is as good value into Is per cent
as ours. We know the difference and can
satisfy you in moments time.
d63-4tf MUNsoN,
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Collins Agne Cure Is strictly vegetable rene
dy which never fails to cure chills and fever
third day and dumb ague, and every form of
malarial disease. Results are produced with
this remedy which are simply impossible with
quinine or any other preparation. Price 20
cents per bottle every bottle warranted -
wl6-6m
Collins Ague Cure not only breaks up chills
and fever at once, but IL removes the morbid
bilious secretions, thoroughly cleanses the
system and permanently cures the disease. 1t
Is the grandest remedy and Liver Regulator In
the whole field OF medicine. Price 50 cts; every
bottle warranted. -wl6-6m
For chills and fever, ague, dumb and third
ague. remittent or intermittent fever or any d.
sease OF maiarious nature, nse Collins Ague
Cure. II Is an absolute and positive cure, thor
Oughly cleansing the system Of all germs OF
malarisl poison acting directly upon the liver
and bowels. Every bottle Is war snted To cure
or money refunded. Price 80 cents. Sold by
all druggists. -wl6-6m
Why will you chill when you can be cured for
50 cts Collins' Ague Cure Is warranted to do
It. No other Physic Is needed as It acts direct
ly upon the Liver and cleanses the stomach OF
all impurities. -wl6-6m
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Kansas City Grain and Produce
KANSAS CITY, August 81, 1884
WKAr-Marlet stronger; exc cash 90 &c
Did september; 64sc bid October. No. g soft
6s@6Sisc.
CoRNIMarket frmer 41'.c cash 4Otsc bid
september sc bid October: 3I1.c hid Nav
No. 2 white mixed, 43hc
OATs-Market nominal 25c bid cash
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

patent made by the Diamond mills.
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From $l.OO to the Best!
Sole Leather

vALIsEs IN ALL STYLES AND CoLoRs.
LADIES' sACHNLS AND GENTS CLUB BAGS IN ALL
THE NEW STYLES
SHAWL. AND SHOULDER STRAPS ETC. ETC.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Clothing for school children in great va
riety. Defy competition in price or quail.
ty, at THOs. Fl. LYNCH.
dS8 81. W23.3t
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Ask your grOcers for ''Pride Of Kansas"
when you want -four that will give you en-
tire satisfaction. Every sack warranted
hull weight aud strictly pure. d67-6 w2O-4
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Everybody invited to 60 to Our Clothing
House to buy goods. All goods guaranteed
rs represented. &c. WEIR i Co.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Examine those choice suits for men 81
Our Clothing House. +. C. WIER 4 Co.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

The celebrated Earl Il Wilson collars and
cuffs at Our Clothing House, p. C. Weir 4
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

For cheap lands, suitable for farms or
ranches, call on or address
NJ. b. KELLOGG,
2-tt Kinpman Kingman County Kansas,
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Sale Of black ana coIored cash meres com
mencing Monday morning at Munson's.
400
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

For strong, nutrious -four, ask for the
Diamond mills .'Golden Belt"
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go head Of sheep for sale. Inquire at
Zephyr Mills, Wichita, or Of s. Tunnel,
three miles south of Garden Plain.
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Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-08-29

Best line OF shirts in the city, and cheap
est, at Our Clothing House, +. C. Weir 4
The Evening critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1881-1885, 1884-09-30
A DEAD-BEAT OR A FOOL.
Mr.. Dorsey wants 80 buy n Farm
md Gets N COwhidc.


very peculiar crank appeared In town last
week. He was bent upon purchasing a farm.
lie wanted o place within easy access to this
city.
Arthur Clements, n clerk in tho Postorlco
Departments, owns such place near Suit.
aud, in Maryland.
Last Wednesday the crank In question, who
Clements, and represented that he wanted his
farm. He was willing to pay good price for
II.
The price was agreed upon, and trip was
made by Clements and Dorsey to Marlborough
where tho title to the estate was examined
into, etc.
Returning, Dorsey by agreement met Glenn
ents and the two started for Riggs Bank, where
Dorsey was to get the money to pay for the
farm. AT q and tho Avenue Dorsey gave Glenn
ents the slip.
TWO days later Mr.. clements mot Dorsey on
Eleventh street southeast. He hailed him anu
asked what he meant by his "monkey tricks"
Dorsey said 81 have the money III my pocket
Ben Earnehaw's grocery house, Mt Eleventh
aud NJ streets. Here Dorsey had about $50
worth OF goods put up. What he Intended to
do with them no one know.
He talked ramblingly about everything,
when Clements asked him IL he was ready to
hand over the purchase money. Dorsey told
him to be patient. Finally II was found that
Dorsey was beat and hadn't n cent.
Mr.. Earnshaw here Invited Dorsey Into his
private offlce. After talking with him little
while he produced two bran new cowhides aud
said: Snow, you scoundrel, am going to give
it TO you,
He then began to bolabor Dorsey over the
back, every blow making its impression. AZ.
ter twenty minutes or so Dorsey was lot go,
receiving parting Kick as he loft tho store.
Dorsey also bargained to buy the farm OF
Clements. dorsey is from Howard County,
Maryland.
The Evening critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1881-1885, 1884-09-30
DIED.

sAYAGE.-At 7:15 o'clock n. m, September
20, 1884, Joseph l.. Savage, only son OF tho
late George Savage, In tho 56th year OF his
age.
Requiem mass at st. Aloysius Church, nj
$3.50 O'Clock Wednesday morning, TO which all
his relatives and friends are Invited TO at.
tend.
baltimore, Philadelphia and New York papers
please copyl
BROWN.-On the 26th instant, Lulu May,
youngest child OF Stephen q, and Fannie U.
Brown, aged 1 year, months ana days.
Funeral from residence, 3ll Eleventh street
southwest, at 4 y. m. Wednesday, october l.
BARpoUR.-At Now Paris, Pa, on Saturday,
the 9th instant, sGddenly-"In tho twlnkllns
otan eye" from Time TO Etornity-Ylola, ago1
10 years, beloved daughter OF Samuel S. G,
and Maria A. Barbour, of this city.
Peace to her innocent SOUL
Funeral and intermont this day at New
Paris, Pa.
HAWKEs.-ou Monday, September 90, at
p. M, passed from life % n blissful immOr.
tality, after years OF suffering and pain,
endured with fortitude, adelaide Laura
Hawkes., wife of Colonel Benjamin Il. Hawkes.,
aged 60 years.
west, Thursday, October ., 1881, at 80 p. m.
FRENCH.-At tho residence OF A. l.. Roberts,
20 X street northwest, Benjamin Il, French, IN
the Slst year Of his age.
Funeral at tho resldonc3 Wednesday,
promptly at $3.50 p. M.
WEBER,-Departed this llfs September -.
1884, Mary A, Weber, beloved VITO Of william
i. Weber.
The Evening critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1881-1885, 1884-09-30
WEST WASHINGTON.

Temperature and condition Of water at Z n.
M; Great Falls, temperature, "a; condition,
80, Receiving reservoir, temperature, rs;
condition at north connection, SO; condition Mt
south connection, 80. Distributing reservoir,
temperature, "a; condition at infiuent gate
house, 80; condition at enluent gatehouse, 80.
The boat II. NJ. Talbot arrived to-day with
1880 bushels OF wheat for Hartley Il Bro.
Sales S0cdSSc.
Schooner John II. Fell arrived this morning
with guano.
Christopher Kingsley, a foreman at the SOW.
ers on Beale etreet, fell from platform con-
nected with the hoisting apparatus into tho
sewer yesterday afternoon about 2 30 o'clock,
and broke his hip bone. He was taken to his
boarding.house, No. 3005 M street, aud at.
tended by DR.. Kleinschmidt.
Tho Potomac Boat Club havo taken rooms ut
No. 703 Fifteenth street, opposite the Treas
ury, and Will hold their meetings there until
next spring, when the boating season again
comes.
The Beall.street sewer, which Is being con.
structed between Washington and Congress
streets, is we'll worth n visit, for II is quito a
feat Of engineering. A grea. part of the dis
lance inc sewer must be cut through the solid
focB, which Ia for the most part gneiss. Blast
Ing powder Ia used to effect cracks, ia witch
crow'bars are Inserted. Pieces are then
broken on and hoistod to the top, I've or six
men being needed to hoist single piece some.
times,