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National Republican., 1884-04-16
singin' skuuIe.

The concert to bo given tonight at the
Church of Our Father, corner of Thirteenth
and L streets north west, by "Ye Old Folks"
promises to bo great success. The cos
tunes and programme aro quite unique,
and much entertainment is anticipated from
tho efforts OF the audience to discover their
friends and acquaintances among these old
time singers. Tho old folks will give u
reeeption after tho concert.
National Republican., 1884-04-16

THE California legislature wants congress
to pass more stringent act to prevent Chi
n.se immigration. Mr.. Beecher, in lecture
delivered in this city several weeks ago, said
that Chinese immigrants are constantly arri-
wing in California by way Of British Column
bis, and inasmuch as their labor is greatly
needed, and the employing class are most
anxious to take them into service, he did not
think it possible to shut them out.
National Republican., 1884-04-16
Tn, Fs0st OF UnIenv.n.d Brend.

The Hebrew Feast of tho Passover, which
commenced one week ago, ends to-day with
services in tho synagogues, 1t is moro gen
orally known as tho feast of unleavened
bread, typical of the partaking by the Irael-
ties of unleavened bread whilo passing
through the wilderness. The orthodox He
brews religiously observe tho first two and
last two days of the feast and the reformed
Hebrews the first and last days.
National Republican., 1884-04-16
Tobacco Tax Rebate Claims,

Tho treasury department has issued since
March 10 warrants for the payment of about
10000 claims for rebate of tobacco tax, ag-
gregating about $1,4O0,00O. These claims
are being passed at the rate of 500 day, and
it is expected TO have them all disposed of
in about forty days. There were originally
about $4,000 claims, representing about
%,000,000, 1t will be seen that nearly one
third of the claims have already been settled.
National Republican., 1884-04-16

CANNOT ono public spirited congressman
be found who will forego his right to make an
old speech on tho tariff question and thus
give congress time and opportunity to pass a
law requiring the district commissioners to
hold open sessions for the transaction of pub
lie business?
National Republican., 1884-04-16

The erudite and accomplished New York
dailies have settled it that "mugwump"
is distinguished fellow-citizen occupying a
place too small for him, or small-bore fell
low-citizen rafting around in place too
large for him. Under all tho circumstances
we are inclined to think the esteemed Mr..
Morrison delicious specimen of the latter
type Of "mugwump."
National Republican., 1884-04-16

Two VERY pleasant gentlemen were depu-
tized by the democrats of this district last
night to 60 the democratic national convention
to watch the other fellows vote and hear
them talk
National Republican., 1884-04-16

Hon. OSCAR TURNER, of Kentucky, has
always taken lively interest in trace chains,
and has often bewailed the high price which
the kentucky farmer is compelled 10 pay for
them. Judge Kelley yesterday had the
pleasure of telling him how cheap trace
chains are mado in England.
National Republican., 1884-04-16

Secretary FoIgor has appointed BIossrs. 5
A. johnson, w. NJ. Ultz, w. IL. Walton,
George Kittlo, Il. J. Gardner, David Lamb,
W. H. Earle, and Paul Hirsh of the treasury
department, a committee to count and ex
anime the dies, rolls, plates, &C., at the bureau
ofengraving and printing, with u view to the
destruction of all those found defective and
of all those no longer required for tho use OF
the government.
National Republican., 1884-04-16
CURRENT GOSSIP.
MY FRIEND,

MY FRIEND.
" He is my FRIEND" said,
Be patlentp Overhead
The skies were drear and dim
And 10 the thought cfhim
smiled Oh my heart-and then
The sun shone out againl
" He is my friend ~ the words
Brought summer aud the birds;
And all my winter.tlme
Thawed into running rhyme
And rippled into song,
Warm, tender, brave, and strong.
And SO 1t sings to-day,
So may 1t sing alwayl
Though waving grasses grow
Between. and lilies blow
Their trills ofperfume, clear
As laughter to the car,
Let each mute measure end
With "still ho is my friendm
james W. Riley
National Republican., 1884-04-16
BIds Tor Stationery.

Bids were opened at the treasury epart
nont yesterday for stationery for that depart
ment for the next fiscal year. The bidders
T. Bailey & Co., ]. G. Ditmer & Co., and the
Nescochague Manufacturing company, o.
Philadelphia; s. IL. Roberts g. Co., w. A
Wheeler jr., r. A. Robbins, James r. Michael,
and J. NICE. Drake, of New York, and Others
of Washington.
National Republican., 1884-04-16
81. Pntrick,s Tnir.

The fair for the benefit of st. Patrick
new church commenced last evening at tho
National Rifles armory, under favorable
auspices, A great many handsome articles
were disposed of from the different tables.
1t is expected that the voting commenced
this evening in earnest.
National Republican., 1884-04-16

The police department needs an overhaul
ing or a head. Crime goes unpunished, and
policemen are left free to harass and annoy
citizens. No attention is paid by tho trial
board" to charges preferred against officers,
and the force is rapidly becoming an un-
disciplined mob. Its management might be
appropriately described as "trihing"
National Republican., 1884-04-16

Mr.. FINDLAY, representative in the house
from the fourth Maryland district, voted
yesterday with the republicans against taking
up the Morrison Iarin Dill. mr.. rIuaiuy
has never been able to get entirely away from
his sound republican training.
National Republican., 1884-04-16
Minnehahp Lodge OF Good Templars.

The meeting on last evening of this lodge
was attended by very large number of its
own members and host of visitors..from other
lodges. Tho business session was most inn
portant one, and the entertainment which
followed, under the direction of the commit
tee of the good of the order, was specially at
tractiye and ENJOYABLE.
National Republican., 1884-04-16
The Right OF Appeal TO she Secretary of
the Interior.

The commissioner of patents will appeal
from the decision Of tho district supreme
court in the patent case of Hoe vs.. Scott to
the supreme court of the United States, The
point involved, namely, the right OF appeal
from the commissioner of patents to the
secretary of the interior is regardedbY the
National Republican., 1884-04-16
"Tho Blue and Gray"

meeting of union and ex-confederate sol
dicrs will be held tonight at the National
hotel for the purpose of devising means to
further the erection of the proposed confed'
crate soldiers home
National Republican., 1884-04-16

McDoNALD's stock went up yesterday.
Randalps faded into nothingness.
National Republican., 1884-04-16
Perseverance Lodge of Good TempiHr

THO Iouge mold lts regular meetInB 1T
Washington hall last evening, The efficiency
of the lodge was thoroughly demonstrated by
the large amount of practical work done.
The prOgra mmo under the good of tho order
was unusually attractive. The fair commit
tee have about completed their arrangements,
and SO reported.
National Republican., 1884-04-16

Mr.. TILDEN is due for another gymnastic
exhibition. His boom is liable to lag.
National Republican., 1884-04-16

department as important, and IL desires to
secure ruling thereon by the highest legal
tribunal.
National Republican., 1884-04-16
snIe OF Law Books.

The law library now on exhibition at Dowl-
ing's auction rooms will be sold this evening,
commencing AZ 1850 o'clock.
National Republican., 1884-04-16
Auction Sale

Auction Sales.
TODAY.
BY WALTER i. WILLIAMS g. Co.-Catalogue sale OF
steel. plate engmvings and oleographs.
FUTURE DAYS.
BY DUNcANsoS BRos.-On April 81 and %, per-
emptory sale OF fine suburban property.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16, 1884.
National Republican., 1884-04-16
iron SEVEN YEARS"

With pulse uncurled by tourniquet of creeds
He wrought; not clothed In sacerdotal dress,
Against whose folds tho throng dared never
press,
But with heart that felt for human needs,
And eyes that saw among the meanest weeds
Plants that, through cultivation, yet might
bless
Tho world with flower and fruit of u,efilnem;
And all he spake accorded with his deeds.
More than priest-a large .souled, manly man
His brothers lapse slow ever to condemn.
He taught no vengeful fathers wrath ful plan,
But held the brimmlng cup of hope to tnem,
And seemed 10 take, whom thence hi. pathway
ran,
The seamless robe" With healing in its hem.
Ben ID, House
National Republican., 1884-04-16
AniuseIllents.

Amuaements,
NATIONAL" Black Flag"
FORDs-Mlle. RhCa.
CoMouE-" That's Right" and Night Hawks"
DIME EMUsErM.-Matinee and evening performance.
The state journal. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1883-1885, 1884-12-13
GATHERED ABOUT TOWN.
Interesting Items Cleaned by
journal Reporters.
Christmas is not very far off.

Christmas is not very far off.
You fall before you Thick at The
rink.
Please pay your Indebtedness 70
the Journal
S. w. Fleming Is a candidate for
City Treasurer.
J. G. Il. Marshll leaves to morrow
for Philadelphia.
There has been no social clubs
formed this winter.
What shall we buy for Christmas ?
That's the question.
Sheriff Sheesley, il is said, his an
eye on the Mayora'tv.
Mr. William Middleton will spend
Christmas in Cbambersburg.
Many distinguished persons have
been in our city the past week.
The Central Democratic Club in
tend giving bali on January %.
Some Of our young ladies are be-
coming quite graceful on the rollers.
Mr.. Luke White, Of Philadelphia,
is a musician of no mean distinc-
ton.
Aldus Croft, a brakeman, was
killed near Middletown Wednesday
morning.
Mr.. Joseph L. Thomas has almost
completed his new residence in
Muench stzeet.
The programme presented by the
Bethel Literary on Tuesday evening
was quite interesting.
The state journal. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1883-1885, 1884-12-13

The leaves in Capitol Park are
being burnt.
j. HI. Early, of the Executive De-
partment, leaves to day for Washing
ton, D. c., on business.
On Sunday, December 2lst inst
the Elder Street Presbyterian church
will have interesting exercises. The
Wesley and Bethel church choirs
will be in attendance during the day
All are invited.
The members of Select Council,
who gave their individual notes for
the pay of the policemen's back
salary, deserve the highest common.
dation. The police will ever feel
grateful to Messrs. Ewing, Fritchey,
Forney and others.
The state journal. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1883-1885, 1884-12-13
A Leap Year Marriage.

Charley Saunders, a young man
we'll known in this city, who has
been living in Pottsville for several
months, has taken unto himself
(though rather unwillingly) a com
panion, with whom he will endeavoI
to sail over the sea of life smoothly
Charlie embarked last week upon
his indefinite voyage. May he ever
be happy.
The state journal. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1883-1885, 1884-12-13
Notes to Contributors.

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No communication will be published without
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out.
Correspondence solicited and agents wanted
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free. SUBSCRIPTION terms invariably in advance.
Liberal inducements offered to agents AddTess
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Harrisburg, Pa.
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Special Notice to Subscribers.

All persons whose subscription to
the JOURNAL has expired, and have
received notice Of the same, will
please remit to postal order, regis
tered letter or postal note, at once, or
the paper will be stopped from this
issue.
JOURNAL PUBLISHING 20.
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Notice.

The manager of the Keystone
Roller Rink will give a grand Mas
que Ball at Keystone Hall Deem
Der "a, 1884. Skating from 7 till IL
o'clock. Grand march at 10 o'clock
sharp. Admission to skates and ball
so cents.
The state journal. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1883-1885, 1884-12-13

Rg The office Of THE JOURNAL PUBLISHING
COMPANY has been removed to the corner OF
South street and Tanners avenue, where all
business viii be transacted Send in your JOB
Printing aud subscriptions.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
TIE nnEvIrY BASKET.
Filled with Brief Mention OF Many Mine
Events of Yesterday.

FILLED with Brief Mention OF Many Minor
Events of Yesterday.
Edwin S. Cook has been appointed fire.
man in truck "B," vice Reinberg resigned.
An old colored man fell from a wagon Sat-
urday near the corner Of Fifth and IL streets
ana was severely injured about the head.
The commissioners have approved the ap.
plicaton for liquor license OF ii. Open
heimer, No. 1905 Pennsylvania avenue north
west.
About IL a. m. Saturday n drunken man
stole horse and wagon belonging to Mr.. j.
W. Duyall at the corner of Ninth and Il
streets and nfterward abandoned them.
They were picked up by an officer and returned
to the owner.
A citizen who asked the commissioners to
include Sixth street southeast, from Pennsyl-
vania avenue to X street, be placed in tho
estimates for repairs, has been notified that
the estimates are made up in September and
the request will be considered.
The meetings at the Christian church. on
Vermont avenue, between n and o streets,
which have been in successful progress for
several weeks past, will be continued this
week undor the leadership of Elder A. l..
Hobbs, Of Louisville, Ky.
About II o'clock Saturday night, while ono
passing between the Stewart castle and z
street bridge the driver was assaulted by two
negroes. While one pointed a pistol at the
driver tho other one made off with tho CASH
box, containing 50.
Mrs. Jane Thomas formerly public school
teacher, died at her residence, 912 Il street,
Friday night, in the 18th year of her age. She
was well known IN the city, many men now
prominent in the city having studied under
her. The funeral will take place at 2 o'clock
this afternoon from her late residence.
Mr.. Henry Z. Davis as counsel for Thomas
J. Lazenby. indicted for forging an affidavit
TO pension claim, Saturday argued motion
in the criminal court, to quash the indict-
ment on tho ground Of failure TO set out an
ofIense. Judge Wyle sustained the motion
as to the second count, but overruled itas to
the first and third.
Rev. Nathan Sites arrived in the city Satur-
day evening from China, whore he has been a
missionary of the NJ. l.. church for nearly
twenty-five years. He is q delegate from the
China conference to tho general conference
in Philadelphia next month. His son, Mr..
Q. M. l.. Sites, met him in New York after q
separation of nine years.
Lieut.. Kelly, aided by Special Detective
Burrows and Sergeant Trunnell, on Saturday
arrested William Kingsley, Lincoln Hughes,
William Hughes, Daniel Benton, and George
Hilton on the charge Of engaging in prize
fight on Wednesday evening last. The
principals were William Kingsley and Lincoln
Hughes, the others being seconds, &c. The
| fight took place on the wharf near tho end OF
Wheatleys lumber yards. William Hughes
is already in Jail on a charge of assault COM
mitted on Mr.. Coleman the same evening at
q dance in the West End hotel.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21

Read the advertisement in to-days issue OF
the sale of magnificent suburban property,
consisting of 112 lots located in various Sec
tions of Msridian Hill, some Of which front
on Boundary, Eighteenth, Sixteenth, and
Fifteenth streets, Columbia road. Erie, and
Ontario avenues. For suburban sites Meri-
dian Hill surpasses any other property in the
district and as tho sale is peremptory it pre-
sents a splendid opportunity for capitalists
and others, as it is understood tho district
authorities contemplate making improve
ments by opening some Of tho streets. The
sale takes place to-day and tomorrow, com.
mencing each day at o'clock. Plats and
further information can be obtained of the
auctioneers, Ninth and d streets northwest
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
Tho Company Warned.

NJ. N. Garten has requested the COM
missioners tomake the crossing of the Balti-
more and Potomac railroad on l street south
east passable. Tho commissioners have re-
fered the complaint to the railroad company
with the request that the crossing DO repaired
and properly laid
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21

Marriage licenses were issued Saturday to
Caldwell c. Hough, of Charleston, w. Va,
and Ella A. Stiner, of Loudoun county, Va;
Adolf Morris Fischel and Robecca Goodman,
both of Georgetown William Ii. Yeatman
aud Kate Sauer.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
DRIED FRUITS.

Genuine French Prunes pounds for ST. Evap.
GRATED Peaches, fancy, pounds for 05Ci Evaporaed
Apples, fancy, pounds for Csc; Bright sun Dried
Peaches, two grades, pounds for ii and pounds
iorSl. Buy quick. we cannot guarantee 10 con.
Lnue these prices amer this week.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
GROCERIES !
SUGARS.

FINE STANDARD GRADES-Cut Loaf. 10
pounds for 0Oc.; GRADUATED, 10 pounds for s0ca
"a" 10 pounds for SOC; Extra &C." 10 pounds for
zoe; Yellow &c" 10 pounds for DOC
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
The Library Site.

The library site bill will probably be called
up in the house some time during the present
week by Mr.. Singleton, and will, it is
thought, be passed.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
FLOUR.

'silver King" "Surprlse," "Ceres" "superla
i've" "Reiance" "sterilng" crystal" Golden
HnI," GERM" &c, &c alta reduction of 15c, per
sack from former prices
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21

A travelling agent of the large drug house of Il.
X. & +. b. Thurbcr & Co., New York, writes A
tism which was cured by St. Jacobs OIL, the great
pain.cure,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
ARTIFICIAL TEETH WITHOUT PLATES
DIR. c. l.. RSON,
Expert CO.. city, ha.
opened an office 5l5 Twelfth street N
Tooth Crowns and Artificial Teeth Without Plates.

THIS
with artificial
mouth
efmin
Ike the natural teeth.
If BUT FOUR teeth still position
ENTIRE
usefulness without the plate
performed testify feeling the
ability thoroughly
perfect
indicate
brush
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21

THE Ohio Republican association meets at head
quarters Grand Army halD tonight. Members
are urged 10 attend. Ohioans invited.
WILLIAM LAWRENCE, President.
HARoLp c. MEGREw, Secretary.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21

In our custom department so far this season is be-
yond precedent, but as we buy in quantity mot
in pattern) we can duplicate every order Else.
MAN Bros, Clothiers and Tailors cor. 9TH & SITS,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
LOW PRICES AND NOVELTIES.
STRAW MATING.

% pieces of Fancy Straw Mating ten different
styles, lie.
10 pieces ofFancy Straw Mating, better 2Oc
10 pieces of Fancy Straw Mating, best, 23c
10 pieces of Floor oicloth, yard wide, 19c
pieces of Floor oilcloth. yard and half wide, zoe
8 pieces of Floor ollcloth, two yards wide, $50
25 dozen Window Shades, made of the best Hol-
land in red, blue, drab and brown, with all fixtures
complete. 33c.
case of simpsons Best Mourning Prints, gem
une ticket, &c.
10 pieces yard wide India Lawn, SC.
case of Mystic River yard wide Fine Unbleuched
Cotton, &c.
dozen Heavy 1o-4 White Spreads, Marsellles
finish, zoe.
25 pieces Of Cotton worsted Dress Goods including
some Spring Plads &C.
% pieces of White Pique, assorted patterns, 4'fc.
25 pieces Of yard wide shifting Percales, Sc.
Balance of our Short Ends Nuns veilings, l2lac.
90 dozen of MEMS MEDIUM WEIGHT UN
DERsHIRTs lie,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
CANNED GOODS.

standard Tomatoes large size l2 cans for 81
Sugar Corn, IL cans for sl.lOi Standard Peaches
large cans for il,lO Fancy Grades Of Peaches
EigTeduction nom former prices of &c. can.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
o31 Penna. Avenue.

The finest goods of Mr.. John 7.
Mitchell are still on hand and the
stock of Mr.. Samuel Ker is being
brought down daily as space will
permit.
The stock consists of Silks, Vel
vets, Table Damasks (by yard and
PATTERN, Towels, Napkins, Shawls,
Dress Goods, Grapes, Mourning
Goods, Henrietta Cloths, Sheetings,
Flannels, Laces, White Goods, and
thousands of other articles.
All goods must be sold.
All Remnants are displayed on
second floor.
All goods are marked in Plain
Figures.
Some are sold as low as 10 cents
on the dollar.
Such a chance will perhaps
never occur again.
Call early to avoid the rush in
the afternoon.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21

WITH Durkee's Salad Dressing there Is no waste
or disappointment You are certain IN produce
good salad. 1t costs less than home made, and is
besides, u superb table sauce.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
Woodward & Lothrop
Beg their opening Of LADIES' MEMS, MISSES
and BOYS
GAUZE UNDERWEAR
AT Low p r | G. { S !!
brands and qualities many of which made
clusivey for us namely,
LOW NECK AND NO SLEEVES IN LADIES' VESTS

Having made specially of this most desirable garment
last year, shall continue in qualities and numbers
Ladies' Gauze Undervest fine gauge patent finish in high
neck and long sleeves high neck and short Sleeves low neck
and short sleeves only csc EACH 49,
Ladies Gauze Underves finer gauge finished cuffs silk
bound and trimmed high neck and long Sleeves high neck and
short Sleeves low neck and sleeves, only size each
Ladies' extra fine GauZe Vest silk bound and stitched,
patent finished seams high neck and long sleeves high neck
short Sleeves low neck and short sleeves only soc EACH
Ladies' Gossamer Vest and Pants, high neck and long
sleeves high neck and short sleeves low neck and short Sleeves
Ladies' Gossamer Pants match the above only 5Sc each
Ladies' extra fine Twohread Gossamer Vests silk fronts,
high neck and long sleeves high neck and short Sleeves low
neck and no sleeves, only 75c EACH
Ladies' Pure White Isle Thread Undervest most deSr
able garment high neck and long sleeves high and short
sleeves only 81 each The perfection of Summer Undergar
ments.
Bows and Misses Gauze Undervests high neck and long
sleeves high neck and short Sleeves fine gauge finished patent
seams finished cuffs price size 10 nr 16c Is n
Sc; ill., zoe; inr "a In, 24c; 90 ln 2oc 20 n
CSC; 80 ino 3oc 80 in, 32c; "a ino 34c
Mems Gauze Undervests, fine gauge, long and short
sleeves, only 25C.
Mems Gauze Undervests, finer gauge finished cuffs long
and short sleeves, only 37Hc
Mems Gauze Undervests fine gauge silk faced long
and short Sleeves only 5oc
Mems Babrggan Undervests all Sizes from SO to Al only
SOC each.
Mems extra fine Babriggan Shirts and Drawers only 81
each.
Mems extra fine Isle Thread Shirts, long and short
sleeves, only SI.25 each
ONE PRICE ONLY!
WOODWARD & LOTHROP.
BOSTON DRY GOODS HOUSE
e21 -PENNA. AVENUE. e21
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
$I.oo Corset for 79c.

The Ps Royals Warranted Handmade Corset 81 offered for Mon
day, Tuesday, and Wednesday, April Having
500 of these Coret from France advertise them
WELL and have concluded to sell them for three days We know ladies
buying price will them again and be glad
pair perfection of fit and superiority of workmanship and material