The National tribune. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1877-1917, 1886-04-15

something to eat, not to mention the large
amount of irrigation that was found to be nee
essary. Their wants were chiefly supplied, ac-
cording to previous arrangement, by one of the
principal restaurants Campbell did not liqui-
date the bill in fall, leaving an unpaid bal
ance of $156. which all mild efforts have been
unable to collect. Finally the restaurant man
sued the account; and day or two ago was
given a Judgment against Campbell for the full
amount, with interest.
SUNDAY RECREATIONS.
The tide of public sentiment in Washington
is strongly in favor of att0rdng opportunities
TO the people for certain class of Sunday rec
reations. For years past desire has found
frequent expression that the Smithsonian In
stitute the National Museum aud the Botanical
Gardens might be opened to the public on Sun
day afternoons. Many of the Congressman
favor it, and legislation to that end is promised
in the near future. 1t is also proposed to in
clude the Congressional Library. The man
ayers of the Panorama Of the Battle of Manas-
sas, yielding to very general request, have
determined to hereafter admit the public on
Sundays, beginning at l o'clock in the after
noon. Last Winter number of Sunday even
ing concerts, of vocal and instrumental music,
were given at one of the principal theatcrs, and
were largely attended.
TALK ON THE TARIFF.
The Congressman who want to talk about
the tariff have been playing mostly i'll the
field " thus far this session, but they have been
anxiously watching for a chance to go TO the
bat. 1t is expected that they will soon have
an Ginning" now that the silver and labor
questions have been disposed of. The bill that
has been prepared by the Ways and Means
Committee will probably be reported to the
House this week, and Mr.. Morrison will try to
induce the House to fix an early date for its con-
sideration. The tariff is always a prolific
theme of debate on both sides, and long pro-
cession of speeches on the subject may be eX-
pected. Mr.. Randall keeps singularly quiet in
regard to the attitude, he and other Democratic
protectionists will take with reference to this
bill. 1t is the general opinion that Dir. Randall
can prevent the passage of the bill if he chooses
to use his power and influence in that direction,
and that upon his course depends il q great de-
gree, the fate of the measure.
INSPECTION OF MEATS.
The House Committee Oh Commerce has de-
cided to report favorahly bill to authorize the
President to appoint inspectors Of live stock,
dressed meats and hog products intended for
export, not exceeding Is inspectors for any
customs district 1t shall be the duty of these
inspectors upon application, to inspect such
articles rs those named and furnish written
certificate showing the result of such inspec-
ton. This certificate shall accompany all ship
makes it a misdemeanor, punishable by fine,
and forfeiture of goods, to i'm
port into the United States any adulterated or
unwholeSome food or liquor; and authorizes
the President to suspend the importation of
any article which he has good reason to believe
is I'M urious to the health or welfare of the
people.
AN AFFLICTED SENATOR.
Senator Morgan, of Alabama is suffering
great domestic affections. His home on Capt.
tOl Hill has been almost broken up, and the in
sanity of his daughter is a constant source of
the sorest distress. Last Fall the Senator's son
was drowned in the Potomac River. This
seemed to unsettle the mind of his daughter
md she requires constant and viglant care, an
object OF extreme solicitude Senator Morgan
has not been in society at all this Winter and
declined an invitation TO dine az the White
House. He keeps a messenger at his house
ready 90 summon him from the Senate Cham
Der at any moment when his presence may be
required, and rarely trusts himself to go beyond
The reach of a summons that is liable to be sent
1t any time.
LARGE CLAIMS FOR TIMBER.
Mr.. Dolpb, from the Committee on Claims,
has submitted TO the Senate report on a petit
ion in relation to the claims of certain resi-
tents of the District of Columbia for timber
used by the army during the war. The claims
IF Barry for S31 $50, Marshall for $31 100, Tai
Dartt for $50, 1922. Waring for $50, $40, and
smith for S24 ,2iS, have all been considered by
,he Qnartermaster's Department and rejected.
It appears from the report that some of the
timber alleged to have been cut was used for
and some for fuel for troops.
some Of it was paid for and the report states
hat the claims were grossly exaggerated"
and sustains the Quartermastcr Generals De-
partment in rejecting the claims.
THE SILVER CONTROVERSY.
Aside from the extremists on both sides of
he question-those who want unrestricted
coinage of silver and those who advocate entire
spensiOn-general satisfaction is expressed at
he action of the House last week in refusing
% disturb the present condition of things. The
question may be considered as virtually settled
or this Congress No bill affecting coinage
will be passed, and the matter will be left lust
where it is. Coinage of silver will be continued
1t the rate Of 100000 per month, as for sew
.rai years past, and the big, round dollars will
till roll out of the minis. The general feeling
S very decidedly in favor Of avoiding the f.
lancial disturbance that must necessarily fol-
ow change in either direction.
THE NEW SPANISH MINISTER
We have q new Spanish Minister Senior
Y alera, who was recalled, paid his parting re-
poets to Secretary Bayard and the President
asst week, and left for Spain. Senior Murnaga
lis successor, has arrived, and will Immediately
inter upon his duties He is gentleman of
wealth and culture, and is finely educated
peaking several languages with iuency. He
has been Tor some time in the diplomatic service |
If his country. While Minister to Mexico he |
became very popular with the people of that
country, and warmly attached himself to Presi- |
lent Diaz. He is nearly 60 years of age, aud a |
yidower with grown children. One of his
daughters married rich Mexican.
GEN. TURCHIN's LECTURE.
Gen. John B. Turchn will deliver his lecture |
n THE Battle of Chickamauga" at the Ma |
ional Rifles Armory, in this city, on Thursday |
vening, April Is, under the auspices of the |
AR Gen. Turchn was distinguished Rus
ian officer In the Crimean war in Europe and |
vas active and prominent as Union General |
n the great struggle from 81 to 80 in this his
dopted country. His complete and thorough
Military education and experience in long, act
We campaigns in two countries, together with |
is thorough preparation as a military lecturer
minently qualify him to both entertain and |
Instruct his audience.
SCIENTIFIC FISHING.
The United States Steamer Albatross, of the
'Ish Commission, which is engaged in hydro
raphlc work and deep sea dredging for
larine life among the Bahama Islands, has
hus far been very successful. The uaturalists
anded at various points and collected several
undred biId-skins, including many rare
arieties, besides securing many specimens of
sh, lizards, birds nests and eggs cave relics
nd pottery. The vessel will return 10 Wash
ngton in about month. The results of the
ruise will be deposited in the Smithsonian
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