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The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1885-04-15

"A NOVEL entertainment, call.
ed q pie party, is to be given short
ly by a Grand Army Post of South
Arlington, Mass. Each lady is to
contribute a pie, the pastry of
which shall bear her name. The
pies are to be wrapped in paper
and sold to the highest bidders,
who are then expected to do escort
duty for the remainder of the eve
ming for the lady whose name is on
the pie. 1t is presumed that males
only are to bid.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1885-04-15

SOME twenty odd years ago a
resident Of this valley sold his wife
for jug of whisky; a few days la
tor he was presented with the wife
of a man who had grown tired of
her. The first woman mentioned
was afterwards traded again for a
Cow. All hands then settled down
to business, and have lived in this
county ever since. They accumu-
lated nice property, and their des-
pendants are among the most res
pected people in this county.-Liv-
ermore (Cal. Review.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1885-04-15

ACCORDING to the Building
News, manufacturers of wood mo-
sale say that they have found by
experiment that hard maple on end
is from four to five times as dura-
BILE as marble and equally as dura-
bic as the hardest baked tile. 1t is
reported that two end-wood floors
were laid in the elevators of pub
lie building in Chicago about Is
months ago, and that the floors are
in as good condition as when first
laid, although each elevator car
ries from 1000 to 1000 people eve
~ day.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1885-04-15

"A BILL has been passed by
the Nevada Assembly imposing a
One of twenty dollars on any per-
son who treats another in q saloon.
The bill does not prevent eny num-
Der of persons frem going into a sa-
loon and drink together, but re-
quires that each man shall pay for
his own drink.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1885-04-15
SUCCESSION SALE.

SUCCESSION SALE.
Succnss1o n or} No. AT.
Probate Docket, District Court, Ra-
pides Parish, La.
Pursuant to q commission and Or
der of sale issued by the Honora-
BILE the Twelfth Judicial District
Court in and for the Parish and
State aforesaid, commanding me as
Sheriff and ex-ofhcio auctioneer to
sell for the payment of debts, for
cash, and in accordance with law
the hereinafter described property:
/ shall offer for sale at public auc-
ton, at the front of the Court
House door in the Town of Alex
andria, La, between the hours pre-
scribed by law, on
Saturday, the I'd day Of May,
A. D. 1885,
the following described property,
to-wit:
An undivided onc-half interest in
and to certain J square of ground
with the improvements thereon sit
uated, in the lower suburbs of the
Town of Alexandria, La, bounded
above by Bellier street. below by
Xavier street, and on the side next
the river by the square of ground
owned by Rebecca and Ellen Carr,
and on the other side by Third
street, together with all buildings
and improvements thereon.
Terms - Cash, subject to ap-
praisement, baing the community
property Of John Riley and his de-
ceased wife, Henrietta Riley.
D. G. PAUL,
Sheriff and ex-ofiicio Auctioneer.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1885-04-15

honorable IOlice u Jury uldho sui
ticient appropriation to put a new
roof on one side Of the building, as
it is almost rendered useless Ivy be-
ing wet from rain part of the time.
We notice in particular the Jud-
ge's charge, the law in regard to
the carrying of concealed weapons,
au evil that exists to a great extent
in our midst, and which should be
arrested.
While our Investigations in this
line have not been fruitless, we are
proud to say, that with a good
healthy public sentiment to con-
denim it, with a due enforcement Of
the law, and conviction of all found
guilty, we feel that this evil can
be ameliorated.
We have visited the Sheriff and
Clerks offices and found every
thing in shape, worthy of the ones
who preside.
Having performed the arduous
duty which was assigned to us
with a just appreciation of the SER
vices of our efficient District Attor-
ney, for information kindly impair
ted to us, and to the Sheriff for his
diligence and courtesy in waiting on
the Jury, we extend our heartfelt
thanks, and pray that we be dis
missed. G. W. BoYcE,
Foreman.
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28
At TIE PLAI-HOESE.
Attractive Bills Presented ut the The
atrcs This XepL

aires This Week.
Miss Annie Pixlcy opens at the National
Theatre tonight in Bret Harte's "M'liss,"
a pretty tale of the Serras. Added to
handsome stage presence Miss Pixlcy has
decided natural talent for the stage, which
has been carefully cultivated. Her COM
pany lisa good one, as is evidenced by the
success II has met with during the season.
An enjoyable performance may be cx-
pectod.
Miss Kate Claxton appears tonight at
Albaughs Opera-llouse In "Called Back ~
Miss Claxton is well known for her won
derful performance In the "Two Orphans
In "Called Back" she has rare oppor-
tuniiy for the display Of her peculiar talent
In portraying inflrmity In the character of
helpless woman. She Is well supported,
and her rendition OF SCALED Backn cannot
fail TO draw large houses during the
week
At Ilerzog's Opera-House "The Chimes
of Normandy will be put on the boards to.
day with the cast and chorus of the Ma
tional Ideal Opera Company. Miss Earle
will take the part of SGpoicUc
Ford's Opera-House will be closed until
Thursday evening, when Celia Logan's "An
American Marriage" with Miss Maud
Granger in the leading role, will be pre-
scented.
At the Dime Museum, Wellesley & ster.
lings wonderful dogs will appear In "The
Dogs of the Foresti on the first three even
ings. "The Danites" will be given on the
last three.
At the Theatre Comique well-known
specialists will appear this week, and a
variety performance of high order is
promised.
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28
THE TAYLOR KIDNAPPING.


The Trial of Mcssrs. Moses, Cole and
McDcvitt Set for Tomorrow.
WIN. b. Moses, c. G.. Cole and James A.
McDcvitt were indicted some time since on
the charge of conspiracy 10 kidnap George
Taylor and send him to New Orleans, and
the case was specially set for trial in the
Criminal Court to-day.
Messrs Moses & Cole, with their attorneys,
Messrs. Cook & Wilson, together with Dis
trict Attorney Worthington and his assist
ant, Mr.. Coylc, were present, but Mr.. Nc
Dewitt, the third defendant, failed to ap-
pear. II was found that he left this city
last Friday on business and was not likely
to be back before tomorrow, If then.
District Attorney Worthington thought
his conduct remarkable in view of the fact
that the case had been specially set for trial
to-day, and no person knew better than Mr..
McDevitt the requirements of the court. IL
looked very much like contempt, and he
thought, under the circumstances, he was
justified in asking for the forfeiture of the
recognizance and issuing Of n bench war
rant Colonel Cook thought that Mr.. Me-
Dewitt would be on hand.
Justice Macarthur characterized it rs
trining with the court The case had been
specially set and all other business made
to give way to try this case. All the eX-
penses Of the court had TO be made second
to the will Of Mr.. McDevitt. He felt that
there ought to be some distinguished eX-
ample made Of the defendant He should
direct the forfeiture of the recognizance and
issuing of bench warrant, and sci. fa on
the forfeiture. The Court then adjourned
until tomorrow morning.
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28
LOCAL BRIEFS.

HENRY AUGUSTUS is out again. st.
Jacobs Oil cured his rheumatism. Fifty
cents
THE Germania MRnnerchor held their
Christmas entertainment at Abner's Music
Hall last night for the amusement of the
children Of the various members. The
Christmas tree and entertainment were elc-
giant.
The Christmas entertainment OF the Ma
tional kindergarten took place yesterday
in the lecture room Of All Souls Church.
Fifty children were entertained.
MAGGIE JONES, the colored woman who
was severely burned by the explosion of q
coal-oil lamp on Christmas eve, died of her
injuries yesterday at the Freedmans Hos
pital.
coLoRED WOMAN, named Henrietta
Robinson, living in Broad alley, was badly
burned last night by the explosion Of a
coal-oil lamp.
Two meetings were held yesterday by the
Central Union Mission at the Avenue Dime
Museum, both of which were well attended.
THE Patronal Feast of the Church Of st.
Stephen was celebrated yesterday at st. Ste
phen's Church, corner Twenty-fifth street
and Pennsylvania avenue.
A CoLoRED wife-beater named Daniel
Combs was sent to Jail for two months by
Judge Smell this morning for assaulting his
wife, Flora.
THE great superiority of DR.. Bulls Cough
Syrup to all other cough remedies is at
tested by the immense demand for that old
established remedy.
OSCAR TURNER was held for the action OF
the grand jury by Judge Smell to-day on O
charge Of second offense of petit larceny IN
stealing push-cart IN South Washington.
WM DRUMMoND was disorderly on al
Avenue car Saturday night, and the con
ductor, j. w. Perry in eiecting him, had
considerable trouble. Drummond was
fined so
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28
MIR. CoRCoRANs BIRrHDAK.
The Anniversary Quietly and Appro-
priateiy Celebrated.

priately Celebrated.
Mr.. W. W. Corcoran's cighty-seyenth
birthday anniversary was appropriately
and quietly celebrated yesterday at his
residence on IL street. The anniversary
falling upon Sunday the usual entertain
ment at the Louise Home was dispensed
with. At Mr.. Corcoran's home congratu-
latlons came pouring in all day. Callers
in carriages, callers on foot, boys with
congratulatory letters and boys with con
gratulatory kilograms arrived at short in
tervals. The President sent a floral con
tribution from the White House conseiva.
tories; the ladies OF the Louise Home sent
an immense bouquet Of flowers and con-
gratulatory letter; Mr.. Roesslc of the Ar
lingtou sent a great birthday cake with
"W. W. Corcoran, December "a, lIS9,
December 81, 1885, inscribed on the up
per surface.
Miss Cleveland sent bouquet OF rare or
chids, the workmcn at Oak Hill Cemetery
sent floral horseshoe Columbia Univer-
sity, Childreu's, Columbia and Providence
hospitals, st, Joseph's and st. AIMS asy-
lums and many other institutions contrib
uted flowers, while the inmates of some of
these sent hand painted banners, birthday
letters and other mementoes. Almost every
private conservatory in the city contributed
some beautiful flowers.
Several members Of the Cabinet and
others high In official, diplomatic and social
life were among the callers. The kilograms
come from almost every state Of the Union
and many European countries. For the
first time in many years Mr.. Corcoran was
surrounded by all the members Of his fam
ily-Mrs. Jones, Mrs Eustis and his three
grandchildren.
Mr.. Corcopn says of himself that he is In
good health enjoys life, has peace of mind
and reioiccs in the universal expressions of
gratitude and frcndliness upon his birth
day.
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28
COURT RECORD.

POLICE CouRT-Judge Smell. Wilson Ruckor,
Colored, vagrancy; personal bonds. Maggie
Tolson, same charge; 20 days In the work
house. John Frisby colored, cursing and
swearing In a house loud enough to be heard
on the street; s. or days. Daniel Anderson,
yagrancy; so days. Lottie Smith, colored, loud
and boisterous; 81 or 10 days. Annie Boul.
din, colored, vagrancy; 20 days In the work
house. Michael McQuade, vagrancy per-
sunal bonds. Robert Bailey, habitual drunk.
ard 30 days Robert Parker, Colored,
vagiancy; 90 days. o. car Turner. colored
petit larceny second ofIense); grand jury.
EQuITY CoURT-Justlcc lIagner.-M Mcmahon
VS.. Gleason order appointing Nellie Mcmahon
guardian ad Item. Ncwcomb VS.. Bankers, Il
Merchants Telegraph Company; rule on de-
PENDANT, returnablc January IL, 1886, granted.
Kelly VS.. Campbell; decree quicting title.
CRIMINAL CoURT-Justicc Macarthur. Eu.
gene Morgan, hOusebreaking; bench war
rant issued. William II. Moses, G. G.. Cole and
James A. McDevitt, conspiracy; bench war.
rant issued for James A. McDevitt and recog-
nizance forfeited.
CIRCUIT CouRr No i--Justice Cox.--Spring-
mann vs.. u. & p. X. X. Co.; verdict for plaintih
for $4,000.
CIRCUIT CoUIT, No 2-Justice Merrlck.-
Benham VS.. Vernon ct al; on trial
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28

The Christmas entertainment Of Ryland
Chapel NJ. L. Church takes places this
evening in the lecture room of the church.
Besides the distribution OF toys and candies
from a large well filed Christmas tree by
an impcrsonator of kris Kingle,n an
excellent musical and literary programme
has been arranged, to be followed by q
feast. An admission fee will be charged.
The distribution Of presents from
heavily filed Christmas tree to the children
of the Fifth Baptist Church Sunday-school
will also take place in the lecture room Of
that church this evening.
The distribution from Westminster Pres.
byterian Church on Seventh street, near T.
street southwest, for which extensive
preparations are being made, will take
place tomorrow evening.
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28
NEW YEARS CALLING-CARDS.
Some Very Unique Designs Extant
for ,Ihis Seasnn,s ITse.

Some Very Unique Designs Extant
for This Seasons Use.
"The New Years calling-card trade
promises to be a good one this season.
said gentleman connected with one Of the
large downtown stationery houses the
other afternoon. GAS usual, the perfectly
plain white engraved card will be the cor
rect thing and the one most used by the
very fashionable people. We have, of
course, all the new and latest designs in the
regular New Years calling-cards, some Of
which are very unique indeed
"Ilere," continued the gentleman, hand
ing over a sample-book, :" are some of the
prettiest. This ragged-edged Egyptian
papyrus with the embossed and bronzed
also this one with the inscription, Should
Aud Acquaintance be ForgotY printed in
raised script letters about a lonely looking
owl We also have some call for hand
painted cards. such as these, with small
landscape or water scene in one corner.
Besides these there are all sorts OF othercards
calculated to please every fancy, with es-
thetic, antique and comic desigus."
"Yes, the small envelopes with the com
pliments OF the season printed on one cor
ner, containing plain card, will be very
popular this year. Here Is one with an
imitation of wax seal on the back bearing
the words Happy New Year instead of the
owners initials, In the plain cards there
seems to be some rivalry as to whether the
thin card or the crazy beyeled-edged card
will take the lead In popularity.
"Ihere is also q great difference OF
opinion as to whether the name should be
written or engraved, in order to be the cor
rect thing. My own idea is much In favor
of the latter method, Many gentlemen pre-
fer TO have their cards engraved from
plate made after their own signature, and |
don't know but what 1t is good thing, II
the man has a leglble autograph. n-[Chi-
CApO NeMs.
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28
Elections OF Officers.

The Catholic knights OF America, branch
40, elected the following officers last night
for next year; John Bqsher president;
secretary; John Ebert, treasurer; Daniel
Driscoll, trustee, and Joseph Geier, SER
geant-at-arms.
The following officers have been elected by
Good VIII Council No. 9, Sons of Jonadab;
W. r., j. G.. Humphrey; recording secretary,
George d. Biggs; financial secretary, Charles
West; W. G., j. ID. Norris; assistant G., VIM.
Knox; l. W., L. Main; o. W., William Dor.
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28

McNEILY.-On Friday night, December %,
1895, Mary Jane. wife of John McNelly, In the
3Sth year of her age.
Baltimore papers please copyl
PARsONS.-On Sunday morning. eth in
slant, Aurelia Blair Parsons, aged s months
and days, only child of Francis II, and
Sophie S. Parsons,
Funeral from 2l0 First street southeast on
Tuesday, goth instant, at O'Clock p. m.
CLIFTON.--On December &c, 1885, at her
late residence, O26 street northwest, Mrs.
Alphonzo Clifton, In the S5th year of her age,
McNANTZ.--On December 2S 1885, Patrick
II. McNantz, In the siXtysecond year of his
Pge No flowers,
Notice of funeral hereafter
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28
In Behalf of Jack Tar.

Rev DR., WitherspCon delivered two inter-
estiDg and forcible addresses yesterday after
noon and night in behalf of his Bethel Mission
for sailors at New Orleans He spoke at the
Calvary Baptist Church in the afternoon, and
at the New York Avenue Presbyterian Church
at night.
Senator Frye of Maine followed In an clio.
quent address on the subject of True Great
ness During the course OF his remarks he
said: "lf Christian sailor could only be put
TO the forecastle, what missionary he would
be, to do what Is good for his fellow man.
What incalculable good would be done If
every 1Oo.ton schooner, and in every grade up
to the So 900 900 vessel
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28
Real Estate sales.

John II, Fitzpatrick has purchased from
Rudolph Goldschmedt for $1,000 lot III, sub
of square 2l2 situated on the east side Of Fiji
teenth street, between Massachusetts avenue
and N street. Frederick Il. Windsor has
transferred TO Samuel i, Merrill lots 81 10 Co.
inclusive, in sub Of square 100, on the south
side Of Nj street, between Twentieth and
Twenty-first streets, for SIZES Miss Amelia
V. Holmes has purchased of Frances j. and
Roscoe e. Redway lot II, square $50, for
$4,000, situated on New York avenue, be.
tween Twelfth and Thirteenth streets.
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28
Real Estate Transfers.

The following transfers OF real estate have
been put on record; Robert p. Dodge ct al,
trustees, have sold to Harris Webster, part of
lot 2s2, square 90, for $50; Charles A. Best,
trustee, to Patrick Bryne and b. s. Furguson,
lot 4, square SGi, S3155.50; Washington &
BSpbour iots 5o iS sSnar eaalS ssbiS er lam
o, Slack and others to Andrew Mills, part of
lot y, square 263, $1,000; Lawrence Gardner
TO Alfred Koppoler, lots l02 to 1906 inclusive,
in sub OF square 1868, $3.50 VIM. Pettibone
and wife 10 James Williams, lot II, square 33l,
ii GOO
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28
The Baltimore and ohio Railroad

Arc quoting the Following rates: To Chl-
cago, $13; to Louisville, $l45O; to st. Louis,
$3.50; TO Cincinnati, $l1; to indianapolis,
low rates 10 nil poinfs in The west, north.
west, and southwest Fast limited express
trains, with through parlor and sleeping
cars to destination. Time to Chicago 20
hours, Cincinnati 10 hours, and st. Louis q
hours. Limited train for Chicago leaves
Washington at 9:43 a. m. and for Cincin-
natl and st. Louis at 8 p. m. daily. Consult
ticket agents b. & o. X. X. before purchas-
ing. Offices, $40 and 1851 Pennsylvania
avenue and station, corner of New Jersey
avenue and G street.
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28

JOHN RUDDEN's new furniture and carpet
instalment houses, $50 and 932 Seventh
street northwest. Has the most extensive
stock of furniture, carpets, rugs, mats, oil
cloths, pictures, clocks, rattan chairs, ETC.,
south OF New York. Every article Of house
hold goods that is needed to make your
home comfortable and attractive can be
prices are decidedly the lowest and his
FERNS the easiest
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28
A Suspicious Character.

Daniel Anderson, the colored youth ar
rested by the Second Precinct officer on sus-
piclon of knowing something about the Havl-
land mystery, was before the Police Court
today on charge Of yagrancy, lie pleaded
guilty and got three months In the work
hol V. lie came to the station-house the
night after the disappearance of Haviand
and stated that he had just arrived from
Sligo. He could give no satisfactory account
of himself and he was held.
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28
Georgetown ~. Ha,t,more.

When Billy Young, the Baltimore pugilist,
recently knocked out Deperinlne at the Com
ique young man from Georgetown, william
Nally, challenged Young for bout with the
gloves for last Saturday night. Young failed
to appear. Nally now publicly challenges
Young TO sparring match on next Saturday
night, and Is willing to put up S25 that he Is
the better man. As Young made such an ex-
oellent fight with Deperlnine, II Is to be hoped
that he will not back down. Manager Eddie
Snelbaker will arrange the prellmlnarles.
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28
Parties or Entertainments.

For any information IN regard to private
partes or entertainments, the ladies OF
Washington can avail themselves of such
by calling or iii. frcund, the celebrated
eoniectioner and caterer, at 702 Ninth street
northwest, where all the desired particu-
lars will be chcerfully furnished Money
and trouble can be saved by those who avail
themselves of this kind offer. The most
artistic goods in his line are on exhibition
nj his store.
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28
The Jomeson-Noah NuptiaIs

Mr.. George II. jameson, formerly city
now one of the proprietors of the Chicago
Public Business, will be married here
Thursday evening to Miss Carrie Noah, the
daughter of Judge j. j. Noah. The cere-
mony will be performed at Judge Noah's
residence, No. 14l5 Q street, by Rev. Josiah
B. Perry, rector of st. Andrews Episcopal
Church.
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28
Recent nobberies Committed.

Thomas p Brown reports that a watch
valued at s. was stolen from him Saturday
night ON the street. A lot of jewelry valued
at 800, was stolen from the house Of Mrs.
Harriet Sliney 1911 Eleventh street, between
the list and 25th OF this month Mrs. Lucretia
A. Kimball OF 1917 Vermont avenue had stolen
from her house yesterday morning, about Q
O'Clock, a cameo breastpn, guard-chain and
eyeglasses worth $50.
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28
Heorgnnizing an Gnsurance GO.

A certificate of reorganization was to-day
filed by the Farmers and Mechanics Insur-
ance Company. The paid in capital has
been reduced from 100000 to $4,000, and
j. c. Smith, W. p. Hagen, IL, l.. Smith, d.
w. Magroth. The officers are j. G. Smith,
president; II, l.. Smith, vice-president and
secretary, and w. p. Sturgeon assistant
secretary
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28

D.J. WEYMAS, caterer for parties, we'd
dings, &c, is now ready to receive orders.
Ice creams and ices, fancy cakes, iellies,
&c; also, single dishes to order, viz;
croquettes, boned turkey, salads, &c. Esti-
mates given. 423 Eleventh street north
west, between Pennsylvania avenue and L
street
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28

All physicians in Washington indorse the
Bailey Truss Price 49, at POPS NJ street.
Ladies should consult Mrs. Bailey at her
residence, HOS Eighteenth street.
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28

of retailing clothing at wholesale prices
still continues with undated success,
The Washington critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1885-1888, 1885-12-28
FINANCIAL.
stock Fall a Few Points.

NEW YoRK, Dec. 2s.-Money 9E per cent.
Exchange firm at dsG6IiS916. Governments
firm. Currency 6's, 1855 bid Is, coupon,
1895 bid; dle's, do, 112I6 bid. The stock
market opened strong and a TO u per cent
higher than the closing OF Saturday, but at
the first call q raid on Western Union caused
break of II to per cent.
New York stock Market.
The following nave been furnished by J.
Vance Lewis, broker, southwest corner Eighth
and 4 streets: