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National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28
Tho Congressional rreetlops of 1886.

Tho Congressional Elections of 1886.
A Democratic administration has sub
mitted to Congress, through the annual
message of the President, the report of the
heads of departments and subordinate OIL
GERS, each accompanied by recommends
tons for the guidance of the national egis-
lativc body.
Just what recommendations would be
made, after nine months control of the
government by Democratic administra-
tion, the people had no data Of recent date
from which to Judge. They certainly had
none when the present Congress was
elected.
II seems, therefore, wise for Republicans
Of the Senate and House of Representatives
to favor such measures only as are Of gov
ernmental necessity, or urgently demanded
by public interest and the clearly expressed
wish Of the people.
Any lengthy discussion of the silver ques
tlon by this Congress will be waste Of
timc for II is an ascertaincd fact that the
status Of that question cannot he changed.
The recommendation Of the Secretary Of
the Treasury In relation to revision Of the
tariff are Of such character that wise
policy on the part Of Republican members
of the respective houses Of Congress would
be to refer the whole matter directly to the
people for discussion In the congressional
campaign and decision by the elections Of
'SG--a campaign that will be free from the
passion and prejudice incident to presi-
dental election.
Such plan would relieve the business
world for at least two years from the de-
moralization, uncertainty, and depression
attending fear Of change.
\ declaration by resolution on the part
of the Senate that 1t is not advisable to un-
dertake a revision Of the tariff during the
present session and q declaration by
the House that the suspension Of the
coinage of silver dollars is inexpedient
would be productive of great benefit TO the
material interests of the country. 1t
would strengthen the hands of American
labor and enterprise.
The revision of the tariff and the further
coinage of silver dollars referred to the
people for determination, the present Con
gress would have ample time for the con-
sideration Of great questions Of transporta.
tion on land and sea- the new navy, the
Notifications, bankruptcy, education, judi.
cial and consular reforms, and what is still
more urgent, the protection Of the ballot.
box against frauds in national elections.
There are many other matters of vital in.
terest too long neglected, some of which
have, as yet, not even received the atten.
tion of the House Of Representatives.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

ACCORDING to Paris telegram to the
New York Herald the recent expulsion Of
the Sisters Of Charity from the Cochin Hos
pital was attended by touching and drama
tic incidents. Sixty or seventy patients,
incensed by the cruelty shown their nurses,
left with them in body, and limped away
filing the air with abuse and lamentation.
Tie unwonted spectacle drew crowds to
the hospital. Great sympathy was cx-
pressed for the Sisters. The doctors, who,
though mostly freethinkers--as French
medical men are very likely to be-know the
value and devotion of the Sisters, were no
less indignant. The correspondent adds
that all true friends of the republic regret
that hatred of Catholicism should have
prompted the authorities to commit so i'm
polite and needless an act Of cruelty
Viewed from the American standpoint Of
entire tolerance in religious faith, there is
no possible defense for such an act.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28
THE SUNDAY CONCERT.
An Enjoyable Entertainment at the Ma
tional Theater.

An EnJOynDlc entertainment at tne Ma
tional Theater.
The third Sunday evening concert at the Ma
tional Theater last night drew house of fair
proportions The concert was popular sue
cess. Every number was something that every
body had heard before and wanted to hear
again. and Prof. sousa showed skin in select
ing II. The Marine band covered themselves
with glory in their selections, although intheir
accompaniment TO Mr., Smiths cornet solo the
noise of their instruments drowned that In the
hands of Mr.. smith. The shading In the first
number was not up to the standard. Mr.
Frank Pearson sang two songs-one by Blumen-
thai. and the other from the "May Queen"
and sang them nicely although the full power
of his really excellent voice was not bronght
out in these or the two songs he sang in re-
spolise to recalls. The most popular success
was that by Miss Jullette Corden, who has a
sweet and strong soprano voice of wide COM
pass, which she uses with skill and dexterity.
She sang very pTcttily the. aria, 'Ernani In
NOlami," by Verdi, and Bischoirs flower song,
Marguerite" She was recalled and sang,
Comm Tho the Rye" and within a Mile
of Edinboro Town" Mr.. Walter Smith blew
lots of pretty notes out of his cornet, which he
handles in a mastery manner, and awakened
considerable enthusiasm. In response to this
he played very sweetly, "In the Cleaning"
Miss Mamie Morrice, a pretty child, performed
q difficult caprice by Mendelssohn on the
piano, for which she was rOuundly applauQed.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

THE most prolific Of all inventors, Thomas
a. Edison, is reliably reported to be en-
gagged in the construction Of a phono-
graph with a ilve-foot wheel to be driven
by steam, and by means of funnel thirty
feet long the sound impaired to the phono-
graph is to he magnifcd forty times. 1t is
claimed that by this huge instrument sound
will be carried to distance Of two blocks
from the speaker, so that presidents in the
act Of delivering thor inaugural addresses
can make themselves heard throughout the
crowd that is usually in attendance on such
occasions" But the practical advantages
Of such an achievement do not appear to
be sufficiently valuable to warrant great
outlay in brains, time, or capital.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

acquired by service In Congress. There are
members Of the forty.ninth Congress who
have served for years in previous Con-
gresses who have not, and never will have,
the ability to comprehend the needs Of the
public and formulate laws for the general
good, and there are others, possibly without
legislative experience who have the ability
to comprehend and the power to formulate
what Is needful.
Exercise your prerogative, Mr.. Speaker,
without fear or favor, using your undoubted
ability and unquestoned couragc in the
selection for chairmen of those best quail
fed, Of course, within your own party,
without regard to length Of legislative SER
vice, and by so doing you will deserve aud
receive the plaudits Of the people,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

THE cables announce that preparations
on scale of immense magnitude are being
made to do honor to the twenty-ffth
anniversary of the Kaiser's accession to the
throne of Prussia. A very large sum of
money has been voted by Berlin and other
German cities for the festivities by which
the occasion is to be celebrated. These will
include balls, illumlnations, speeches, re-
views, and special jubilee of Paul lIeyse's
play, "Colberg." The aged Kaiser has a
strong and Strengthening hold on the afrec-
tions of his people.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

UNpER the call of states in the House of
Representatives last Monday bills were
introduced for the erection Of monuments
to Gen. Shields and Vice President Hen
lricks respectively. Probably before the
interrupted call is completed some sharp
Democratic politician may see his way
clear to make a point by introducing bill
for Grant monument.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

THE commission now investigating the
different scientific bureaus of the govern
meut would do well, so far US the signal
corps is concerned, to call on the officers
connected Herewith, who from long expe-
rience in that service are thoroughly ac-
guainted with all its details, instead of
relying chiefly on the testimony of young
men recently commissioned.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

AMERICAN friends of the Irish national
movement should bear in mind that, al
though the parliamentary campaign is
ended, the great fight is not yet begun.
There will be need of a good deal Of national
aid from this side of the ocean. The friends
of libcrty-those who believe in the right
of people to manage their own domestic
affairs-ought to respond cheerfully to
this call for help, regardless of all ques-
tiOns of race or descent.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

THE decision of the United States circuit
court, at San Francisco, against the valid
ity of the alleged contract of marriage be-
tween the late Senator Sharon and Sarah
Althea Hill calls a halt in this famous, or
tn
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28
A Washington Vessel Ashore.

The United States signal corps station at
Cape Henry, Va, reports, via Norfolk, that the
two'masted schooner Lena Hunter, of Phila.
delphia, from Rondout, y. y, to Norfolk and
Washington-Capt. James c. Fisher and wife,
and q crew of six men--is ashore three miles
south of that station. The crew OF the life.
saving station No. landed all In safety. The
condition Of the vessel was unknown, but no
assistance is required.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

REPRESENTATIVE HATCH, of Missouri,
was accidently quoted in the NATIONAL
REPUBLICAN, as favoring suspension Of
coinage. lie wants 1t distinctly understood
that he is opposed to the repeal of the
Bland act or any modification thereof.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

shaking their fists, yelling, hootiug, and
kissing. The reason why the other deputies
did not join in the tumult was that they
were afraid to STIR"
Following on the heels Of such tempest
comes the presidential election of to-day,
the probable outcome Of which will be an
other term for VI. Grevy, not by reason of
great strength or personal popularity, but
because of the seeming impossibility of
uniting majority on any other candidate.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28
ARMY and Navy Signaling.

Commander W. b. Hoh, and Lieut. W. II.
Reeder have been ordered to confer with Gen.
Hazen, chief signal officer, for the.purpose Of
securing for the navy the adoption of u more
desirable code of signals than the one In pres.
ent use, and to insure uniformity ofpractice
In the army and navy service.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28
MONDAY, DECEMBER 9s.


AIBAuGHs-KateC CluXton in "Called Back
EATIoNAL--Annio Pixlcy
HERzoGs-"Chimes of Normandy"
DIME MusEUM-"The Dogs of the Forest
CoNIQUE-Narietles.
WASHINGTON RINK-Ninth and X. l. avenue
EST. RlNK-Finest skating surface In the city.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

EoR RENT OR 4 FURNISHED ROOMS,
~ with parlor suite, kitchen, and dining room
handsome house and central; $50. Address BAR
GAIN, Republican Office, 7.3O
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

Mr.. BIGELow's resignation Of the Office
of assistant treasurer Of the United States,
at New York, is not entirely transparent,
but the mystery surrounding it will prob
ably he dispelled in day or two.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

MIR. Bigelow's Reasons for Resigning.
8 Mr.. Bigelow's letter to the President, decln.
ing to accept the office of assistant United
States treasurer at New York, will not be given
out for publication at present. Col. Lamont
said last night: "Mr. Bigelow's declination is
the great responsibilities of the office and It's
duties not being congenial to his tastes"
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28
postofliee Inspectors, Probation.

The probationary term of the twenty-five
postollice inspectors appointed by Postmaster
General Villas expires this week, and they will
probably be appointed permanently, An eX-
animation vii! shortly be held to illlthetwenty
existing vacancies.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

LADIES who propose to receive calls on
New Years day will please send their names
and address, also those who receive with them,
TO the office oft NAroNAL REPUBLICAN.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

DAVID DAVIS declares that he is out of
politics permanently. The announcement
creates a sense Of goueness on both sides Of
the fence,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28
For Reporting the CIuyerius Trial.

The Virginia legislature will be asked to
appropriate 81 600 TO pay II. II; Alexander, OF
this city, for reporting the trial of Cluyerius
there last spring
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

"AND now abide three things-tariff, civil
service, and silver-and the most trouble
some of these is silver" thus soliloquizes
the administration.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28
BO1RDING

TWO MORE BoARDERs CAN BE ACCOMMO.
l. dated at 919 st. N. W.; excellent board;
terms, "a per week; SO per month. de21-6t
DEPARTMENT employees WILL FIND IT
~ to their advantage to take their meals ut "the
old relable,n the American House, Pa. av., cor 9Th
ST.; reasonable rates and seasonabe hours Call or
write for circular. de1T-1m
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

The three magnificent dogs that so pleased and
surprised Gen. Grant appear at the Dime, mat
nees end evenings, during the first half of
this week. They play in the powerful drama
Monastery" Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
1.-THE Danites," in which the principal role
will be assumed by Miss Marie WELLESLEY, who,
as Billy Piper, is unequaled.
GERMAN DRAMA AT ABSEE's.
Mrs. Emma Poesches new comedy, IN three
acts, "Das Liebhaber Theater" (The Amateur
Iheater), will be performed at Abncr's Music
Hall tomorrow night, Mrs. Poesche Is preSi.
dent of the German orphan Asylum, for the
benefit of which the Performance Is Il zen.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

The sweet "Chimes of Normandy" will be
heard this afternoon and tonight at Hcrzog's,
and thus through the week. Its music,
while very simple, Is very pleasant, and the
incident of the story interesting Tho Ma
been so happily indebted, viii not, probably, be
able 10 afford us further favor OF their delight
ful renditions beyond the present offer of "The
Chimes" being engaged for the opening OF
Manager Herzog's new opera house at Rich.
mond, carly in January. Well does the COM
pany deserve, and let them receive, "a bumper
~
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

called Back" In which Miss Kate Claxton
appears at Albaugh's this week, may be set
down as a popular play. The story as II comes
from the hands OF tho playwright, concerns the
gentleman, who unwittingly stumblcs into
Strange house while n murder Is being COM
mitted there of his attachment for young
lady who Is bercft Of her reason by the crime /;
of the restoration OF the hcros eyeslght, and
his efforts TO bring back the mind OF the young
lady, and TO bring TO justice the persons whose
yillainy has caused the aiiliction. II Is need.
less 10 say that, although battling against great
obstacles, he is successful the villains come
TO their death under shocking circumstances
and the heroine Is called back 10 reason.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28
W4NTED-HELP.

UTANTED-ABLE, EDUCATED, ENERGETIC,
w man or woman; salary large; literary work.
New York and Hartford Publishing Co., Station i,
New York. 2-mwf3t
WTANTED-A GOOD COOK WHO CAN DO
w washing and ironing, and good servant girl
TO help her In washing and to do chainberwork;
good references required, and parties must live in
the house nights Inquire at 2001 II ct. N. W.,
cor. Conn. ave. 2-tf
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28
ADJUSTMENTS.
THE NEW NATIONAL.

Miss Annie Plxley will make her first appear.
ance in Washington at the National tonight.
She has been once before announced and the
play has been done, but as she created the char.
acter Of Mliss there is every reason to suppose
anCe. on this, Tuesday, and Saturday evenings
and New Year afternoon aud evening Will be
given Bret Hurto's successful character play,
"Afliss," and on Wednesday and Thursday
evenings and Saturday matinee, Marsden's
charming comedy, Para" Miss Pixley will
introduce in each play the newest songs and
medleys, successes of London and Paris stage,
arranged expressly for her,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28
For SAFE.

TOR S1LEs
Tor SALE-REMINGTON TYPEWRITER,
Il but little used, in good condition; will sell
cheap, or rent TO carefal person. Address W, Re-
publican Office. S.31
EoR E-2srORY AND BASEMENT
Il press brick, rooms and bath, all modern
improvements; p st. n. w, bet. 9th and eth;
rents for s3O price, 80 500, $500 cash, balance
very easy terms; cheaper than rent. WALKER 4
WILSON, 1000 ST. N. W. S-no10-1m
EOR sALE-4O,OO0 FEET OF GROUND, CON.
Il venient to Government Printing and Pension
Offices; water, sewer gas; 20 cents easy terms; at
tention of builders and investors invited. WALKER
& WILSON 1006 ST. N. w. S-no19-1m
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

Ford's will be closed for the first three days
of the present week. ON Thursday and balance
OF the week Miss Maude Granger VIII appear
in Celia Logan's interesting melodrama, IAN
American Marriage" Miss Granger Is un in
tensely emotional actress and her play gives
opportunity for dramatic scenes Her support
is said 10 be above the ordinary. The low
prices at Fords are success and will be per.
mancnt.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28
EDUCATIONAL.

SHELDON's DANCING ACADEMIES-AT 1904
= F at. N w, Mondays, Wednesday, Friday, and
Saturday; at I'D ST. and Pa. av. $, e. Tuesday and
Saturday. Notice-A discount of 20 per cent. TO
those Joining first week of the new yelr.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28
a1xze OFFICE CAROLINA OIL AND CREo-
kS SOTE COMPANY,
WILMINGTON, N. o., Nov. IL, 1885.
General Superintendent, Wilmington, \.
nxsa COL. Ii. A. sELIGsos,

VIZ WHOLESALE DEALER
1924 Penn. Av. N. W., Basement,
Invites attention TO the following low prices OF
Holiday Goods Pure Sweet Catawba, 00c. per gall
Ion; Dry DO, Soc; Virginia Clarot SOC; Califor
mia do, 81; Angelica, Port, sherry, Madeira, Old
Cognac Brandy, and all other Wines and Liquors
at equally low prices.
Agent for Trimble Whisky, the purest and oldest
Rye Whisky in the market. The finest Hotels,
Restaurants, Drug, and Grocery Stores sell II be-
cause of Its purity. Orders by mail solicited.
Goods delivered free OF charge. le16-n
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28
WIyTED---ROOMS.

ID - '
WrANTED-BY A LADY, A SUNNY ROOM,
w N. w, with or without board; references
given and required. Address Il. ID. d., Republican
Office. I-29
WTANTED-A GENTLEMAN WOULD LIKE
w TO secure room convenient TO the depart
ments. Address T.. G. T., Republican 0nice f-29
WANTED - FURNISHED ROOM, WITH
w board. In private family for young gentleman
and wife; terms must be moderator references ex-
changed. Address, with particulars, q. +. O., Re.
publican Office. 4-29
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28
FOR RENT---MIsCELLANEOUs.

FOR hFNT---MISCELI
EOR RENT-A HANDSOME PIANO, OF FINE
Il tone. including stool and nice embroidered
cover; rent moderate; 10 be seen at 621 11th st.
1929
EOR RENT-CHEAP, BRICK STABLE FOR .
IL horses and . Carriages; also one large, nicely
furnished room on I'd floor, fronting south, In
private family. O45 o Ost N. W. 1890
ELEGANT CHICKERING UPRIGHT PIANOS
II for rent. Tuning and repairing speciality. L.
A. uRsO'S Piano Rooms, 737 9th ST. N. w.
10-oc23-tf
LOR RENTS. L. COR. 11TH AND SITS. N.
II W., store, I'd floor and basement suitable for q
frs-class dry goods or china and house furnishing
goods; possession given Immediately Inquire OF
W. u. MOSES & son, s. W. cor. l1th and SITS.
Be30-1O-tf
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28
LOST AND FOUND,

T OsT-oN WEDNESDAY EVENING A BLACK
IL knit purse, with steel clasps, containing a
Of money. liberal reward for its return to No. 81
Grant place, and no questions asked. o-20
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..

yJTANTED-A SITUATION AS LADY'S MAID
w or companion, by German; speaks French
and English; good reference. Address Sl2 18th st..
n. w, 1-3O
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28
For RENT-HOUSEs.

VfOR RENT-oR FOR sALE-1O-RooM FUR
Il nlshed house, or will sell furniture for rooms,
with lease house handsome, and centrally located;
furniture mostly new, and bargain at 500. Ad-
dress BARGAIN. Republican Office 6.20
EOR RENT-T1IE LARGE AND PLEASANTLY
Il located house, No. 1416 q st.; rent low to good
and permanent tenant the house has all the modern
conyeniences and is heated by furnace. Apply No.
141S q ST. for'partculars. 6-de17-tf
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28
FOR RENT-ROOJfS.

EoR RENT-ois N sT. N. w.-NICEIY FUR.
II nished ID story front room, rooms furnished
or unfurnlshed near lines Of cars; private family;
terms moderate. 7-3O
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

NS5e THE WASHINGTON SOCIETY DI.
kSS RECT0RYn will contain the names OF
Washington's prominent society people. Send
names 10 1907 st. N. W. as early as possible.
dep-tf
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-12-28

FOR sALE-Great Bargains; Retiring From Busi-
ness; Stock and Fixtures, Consisting OF Safes, Show
Cases, Pianos, Organs, Sewing Machines, Gold and
Silver Watches. Diamonds, Clothing, &c,
q. A. SMITH, Broker, 314 9th st.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-03-22
GROWERS SWEETHEART,
BEAUTIFUL MISS FOLSOMTOBE
THE WHITE HOUSE BRIDE.

Her Father the Former Law Partner
of the Present President-Van WICK
and Teller Friends Despite Their
Gladiatorial Whscks on the Floor
The Chances of the dugwumps.
WASHINGTON, March 2O.-Win Presi-
deut Cleveland marry? This is a question
being quietly discussed in society circles
here just now. Recent reports reaching
here from Buffalo, his former home and
the home of the young lady that is accred-
tied with being his matrimonial choice,
indicate that perhaps this much-talked-
of event may be an early feature of Cleve-
lands term. 1t would be little odd to
have a wedding at the White House and
have present the only other 'bride of the
White House" that ever has been. The
only President that has ever committed
matrimony while holding that office was,
as is pretty well known, President Tyler,
who married in New York, but brought
his bride direct 10 the White House. She
was the "bride of the White House," Her
portrait showing her as bride hangs in
the green parlOr of the White House,
and is pointed out to visitors by
the attendants at the mansion when they
snow VISITORS through the parlorS. but
what is of more interest than the picture
is Mrs. Tyler herself, for she is not only
still in the flesh, but has spent a good
deal of time in Washington since the be-
ginning Of the Democratic reign. She is
a thoroughly Democratic and Southern
woman in feelings and principles, though
a native of New York. She has been a
resident of Virginia ever since living in
the White House, but has been here
guest of Mr.. and Mrs. Letter for some
time