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The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
LOCAL BRIEFS.

Mr. ELPHoNzo YouScs, treasurer of the
Newsboys' Aid Society, has received $3.50
from Mrs. j. II. Spofrord OF the Riggs
House as the proceeds of the entertainment
in January. Mrs. Spoftord originated the
entertainment.
WET feet bring colds. Red Star Cough
Cure, sure remedy. Purely vegetable.
A THEATRICAL performance was given
last evening at Abncr's Hall by German
dramatic company from Baltimore.
SOLOMON BELL, colored, OF ri New
Jersey avenue, was fined - by Judge Smell
this morning for assaultiDg his 15-year-old
daughter while she was sick.
"WHAT we learn with pleasure We never
forget. ."-Alfred Mcrcier. The following is
case In point. ~ paid out hundreds Of
dollars without receiving any benefit"
says Mrs. Emily Rhoads OF McBrides, Mich.
81 had female complaints, especially drag
ging-down,' for over six years. DIR. II. v.
Pierce's 'Favoritc Prescription did me
more good than any medicine ever took
advise every sick lady to take it," And
so do we. 1t never disappoints It's patrons.
Druggists sell II.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
Golden Cross Notes.

Despite the storm of last evening there
was an unusually large attendance of mem
bers at Meridian Commandery, No. lis, in
Stidhams Hall. Sir Knights Almon +.
Tucker of Mt. Washington Commandery,
No. AZ, of South Boston, Mass, and Horace
NJ. Briggs of Putnam Commandery, No. IS,
Of Somervillc, Mass, were balloted for and
duly elected to membership. Both these
gentlemen are now residents of this city.
The large amount of routine business trans
acted was followed by remarks on the good
of the order by Sir Knights Brooks, Patten,
Callahan, Bennett, Kent and Houghton and
Sir Knights Pope and Sealey of Goodwill
Commandery.
Fred. f. Woodward reported In behalf Of
the committee of the Grand Commandery
that arrangements had been made for u
grand musical concert In the Congrega-
tional Church on the evening Of February
22-Washington's birthday--in which some
Of the best-known talent In Washington, a
full list of which appeared in THE CRITIC
ported to be In an improved condition, and
Nathaniel Davidson was reported sick.
Goodwill Commandery has received ap-
plications for membership from Rufus s.
Stokes, Chesterfield Hardaway and Mrs.
Anna G. Burch.
st. Johns Commandery has an application
from George Willis Weed.
Halcyon Commandery has received appli-
cations from Augustus s. Dent and Mrs.
Catharipe l.. Clancy; and Meridian Com
mandery from Francis T. Eichelberger.
Goodwill Commandery has forwarded to
the supreme officers a check for S25 to be
used for the extension of the order in new
territory.
The proceeds Of the concert to be given
by the Golden Cross, over and above the
amount used to defray the expenses Of the
Supreme Commandery in this city In May,
last, $l02.41, will be given to the extension
fund of the order
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13

SOUTH JVfSIfINGTON.

The alarm of firm sounded from box ilG
at o'clock last night was caused by the
discovery OF large volumes OF smoke issuing
from the second story windows OF the resi-
dence and grocery and commission store OF
II. a. Golden, at the corner OF Tenth and +
streets southwest. Considerable headway
had been made by the flames before the
fire department reached the spot, and owing
TO the isolated positions Of the fire plugs In
the vicinity, some time had elapsed before
stream OF water was thrown on the flames.
The lire was confined principally In the
rear part OF the store, which was heavily
stocked with fshermen's clothing and ship
chandlcry, and was not gotten under con
troll before the interior had been almost
completely gutted, entaling o loss which
is estimated at being between 5000 aud
$4,000. How the fire originated is a mys-
terry, as no fire was left In the stove, but II
is supposed to have been caused by spon-
taneous combustion. The damage is fully
covered by insurance.
Mr.. and Mrs. Arthur McDermo,t enter.
tanned a coterc of friends at their residence
on +, near Sixth street southwest, last
evening, on the occasion of the twenty
third anniversary Of their marriage. A
musical and literary programme was excel
lently rendered, and the genial host and
hostess were the recipients Of many wishes
for happy returns OF the day. Before de-
parting the guests were ushered into the
capacious dining.room and partook of a
sumptuous collation..
A chldren's party was given at the resi-.
dence Of Mrs. A. l.. Hutton, No. 500 +
street southwest, last evening, which proved
delightful and most enjoyable event for
the little ones. The programme consisted
of singing and free indulgence In social
games, and the occasion was only brought
to close after every one had received a
bountiful supply OF the good things" af-
forded from the handsomely decorated
tables.
Mr.. George j. Bessler, the wel-known
and generous South Washington butcher,
yesterday contributed one hundred pounds
of beef to be distributed among the hungry
poor through the police. The charitable
firm Of j. Hermann & Bro. also sends seven
pairs of new shoes to be given to the needy.
Mr. Richard Howe, au old resident of this
section, was stricken with paralysis at his
residence, No. 4l1l Seventh street south
west, last night His condition this morn
ing was critical.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
WEST WASHINGTON.

Frank b. Persons has been appointed pri-
vate on the police force and assigned to the
Third Precinct.
Mr.. Ottenger has contributed large
quantity of clothing to the poor.
VIM. Brown, formerly of this place. died
yesterday at Frederick. His remains ar
rived here this morning. Intermcnt took
place at IL o'clock at Oak Hill.
The "Mikado Fcte," by the ladies Of st.
Johns parish, was continued last night in
spite of the rain, and all who attended en-
joyed themselves to the utmost extent.
Temperature and condition of water at Z
a. m.-Great falls, temperature, "a; cond-
tion, 2; receiving reservoir, temperature, 36;
at south connection, Is; distributing reser-
voir, temperature, 35; condition at inhuent
gate-house, l3; condition at eflluent gate
house, 12.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
TIE BEJOU THEATRE.
The Successor to Ford's Opera

The Successor to Ford's Opera.
House.
The former habiiues of the late
Ford's Opera House could hardly recog-
nize II now should they step into its
beautiful interior There has been
complete renovation, and the old tenn.
pie has put on new colors. The happy
transformation has made II one of the
most charming theatres in the country,
If not in the world The seating ca
pacity has been noticeably enlarged
and the upholstery Is of the most costly
and elaborate nature. The walls, cir.
cles and archways reflect exquisite
colors blended in tasteful harmony.
The scenic effects by the famous artist.
Rettig, are of rare design and perfect,
and great credit rebounds to the man.
agcmcnt, who seem to have spared no
pains or means to make every detail
complete. The boxes on either side are
models of neatncss, and every sur.
rounding is suggestive of cosy comfort
and luxury. The Biiou will not fail to
rapidly become popular resort for
amusement lovers and will fill u long
felt want in this community The
change of the box offices, enlargement
Of the entrances and addition of la.
dies reception room are improvements
of q much. needed nature, and reassurc
the visitor as soon rs the temple of
amusement is entered. Mr.. Harris
comes to Washington strongly indorscd
by the press and people of other
cities and is undoubtedly a
manager of great personal worth,
rare experience and excellent judgment.
His theatres in Louisville, Cincinnati,
Piltsburg and Baltimore at popular
prices have thoroughly revolutionized
the amusement business. Those here
tofore deprived the privilege of the
theatre are made welcome and happy,
because they can attend, obtain the
pleasure the visit yields and never miss
the amount invested in admission tick
cts. The papers of the cities where
his theatres are on the high tide of
success say that Mr.. Harris is man in
all respects fitted for his avocation. He
never permits an Objectionable play nor
figure of speech. His idea seems to be
the elevation of the stage, and his sue.
cess in this direction has been largely
commented upon. He selects only such
dramas as are chastc, instructive and
refining, and employs players of tai.
ent and reputation. The opening
drama for next week is the ever-popu.
lar ''Shaughraun," by the great Bouci.
cault, who himself has approved the
cast of the play. Every essential de.
tail has been carefully taken care of
and the Irish story will be presented in
all its magnificent beauty. The at
fractions to follow will not possess less
merit. Instant success Is predicted for
Manager Harris and his lovely Bljou
| Theatre.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
Reduced Rates 10 Western Points
via Transatlantic Railroad.

Flrst-class tickets by this unrfvaled line
are quoted as follows: Chicago, $l3; Co
lumbus, 5000; Cincinnati, $ll; Louisville,
$l4.50; indianapolis, $l2. ST. Louis, $3.50;
Detroit $l2 The train service of the Penn
sylvania Railroad is unexcelled. Four fast
express trains daily from Washington to the
West. The limited express, which runs
daily between Washington, Baltimore and
Pittsburg, Fort Wayne, Chicago, Columbus
and Cincinnati, is one of the most COM
pletely appointed passenger trains in the
world, embracing, as 1t does, all the COM
forts and conveniences of first-cass hotel.
The train is composed exclusively of din
ing, sleeping, parlor and smoking cars.
Meals served at the uniform rate of 81. Sc
cure your tickets west by this train II you
desire TO make travel a pleasure. Consult
agents OF the company before you purchase
tickets to the West from Washington.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
Next Weeks Amusements.

Rose Coughlin opens at the National
Theatre on Monday night in sour JOAN" a
charming domestic drama. She, as well as
her company, are highly spoken of by the
press as giving delightful performance.
The box Office is now open.
"The Skating Rink" will open at AL
baugh's Opera House on Monday night,
with Nat. c. Goodwin In the leading part.
Mr.. Goodwin needs no introduction In this
city. He brings with him an excellent COM
pany and Will give highly-amusing enter
tainment.
Louise Pomeroy, who made decided hit
here earlier in the season, will again appear
at Herzog's Opera House next week. The
repertoire of the weeks performances has al
ready been published.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
DIED.

HEURICH.-On the evening of February II,
after lingering illness, Hugo, brother OF
Carl and Elizabeth Heurich, aged 2S years 7k
months.
His funeral will take place on Sunday after
noon, February II, at 3 O'Clock from the resi-
depce of his uncle, 1877 Twentieth street
northwest.
STEVENS.-At 030 on February IL, Albert
q. Stevens in the I'D year of his age.
Funeral Sunday at 0 p. m. Services at the
grave only.
PAYNE,-At Bailey's Cross Roads, Va, Feb.
ruary 3, at 3 p. m, Isabella, beloved wife of
Milton r. Payne, in the i3d year of her age.
Her life was fair as lilies, and her sweetness
drew all hearts to her.
SMlTH.-At l:15 p. m. to-day February H.,
1856, Mrs. Lena H., wife of Nathan "A, C.,
Smith. in the 27th year OF her age.
Funeral services at the Second Baptist
Church, of which notice will be given here
after.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
The programme for the six sessions of the

The programme for the six sessions of the
eighteenth annual convention of the Ma
tional Woman Suffrage Association, which
are to be held on the afternoons and even
ings OF February II, Is and 10, at the
Universalist Church, has been arranged as
follows:
Wednesday, February 1880 p. Morgan
voluntary, Mary Mason Dodge; invocation,
Mrs. NJ. Stevens Hart opening address,
e HsaSsh eemms Gae ay sapS %r tegSsi Of nd
singing by Miss Scott and Miss Calhoun,
Elizabeth Avery Moriwether, Missouri; IN,
eSompromissnE S1Ir opponents; remarks by Robert
Wednesday, February i7-7:30 p. Morgan
voluntary, Mary Mason Dodge; Invocation,
Rev. Alex. Kent; addresses, Clara D. Colby,
bor Question:" Rev.. Rush II. Shippen, on
Cady stanton, on The Real objection"
Thursday Eebrrnharty iss9 p mMhAddressss
1.-THE Basis of our Claim" Mrs James Bennett.
Kentucky, on constitutional Right of Woman
to Vote and Hold Office" Martha II: Field,
Southern States, and Virginia l.. Minor, Mis-.
souri,, on Effect of Disfranchisement on Tax.
alton"
dresses by Mrs. Devereux Blake, New York;
Mary i. Eastman, Massachusetts, and Zerelda
G. Wallace, Indiana, and by Mrs. Clara Ney-
man OF New York, on GERMAN and American
Independence Contrasted,"
Friday, February 1890 p. m.-Addresses
Citizens;" Rachel G. Foster, Pennsylvania, on
young Women Abroad Caroline IL Miller,
Maryland on "A Case In Point Susan Il.
Anthony, "The Same Old story"
Friday, February 19-T:30 p. Morgan
Voluntary--Addresse by Helen NJ. Cougar,
Indiana, ON "Eras in American Politics." May
Wright Sewall. Indiana. on .Thc Absurdity of
the American Woman's Dsfranchisement,"
and the closing address by Elizabeth Cady
Stanton.
An admission fee of ten cents will be
charged.
A reception, in honor OF Mrs. Elizabeth
Cady Stanton, Susan b. Anthony and the
delegates to the National Woman Suffrage
Convention, will be given ut the Riggs
House on Tuesday evening, February ~,
1886, from to 10, by Mr.. and Mrs Spofford
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Death OF Hugo Hcurich.

Mr.. Hugo IIeurlch of No. 1927 Twentieth
street died last evening at the age of 2s
years after lingering Illness. He visited
Europe two years ago and last year spent
some time In Florida, in the hope of regain
Ing his health, but in vain. lie was very
popular young man, and his untimely de-
mise is very generally regretted. The in
terment will take place at Oak Hill Gene
terry.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
n School Tea cher Arrnigned.

JAmes LatImore, Teacher In the JeIIer-
son school, in South Washington, was
charged in the Police Court this morning by
Charles Vermillion, one of his pupils, with
assaulting him. Vermllion claims that he
was kept standing over an hour for missing
his lesson and finally sat down contrary to
the teachers orders, Mr.. Latimore claimed
that he struck the boy only three or four
missed.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
The winner. at the Jahrmarkt.

The Concorda Jahrmarkt last night was
well patronized in spite of the rain. The
Unity Club honored the fair with visit.
The following was the result Of the voting:
The doll was won by Miss Tolpfer; Senger-
bund badge by w. F. Lutz: Mennerchor
badge by Julius Schcuter; bicycle by G..
Losekam; butchers scales by G. Botch; par
lor desk by Mrs. l.. Faber baton by T..
Holer; smokers outfit by +. II. Neumeyer.
The receipts from the voting were beyond
expectation, but promise even better for
Saturday night, as the articles at stake are
Of much greater value.
On Monday evening an auction OF the
unsold articles will take place, and will be
made attractive by the repetition Of the
ladies' drill and Zouave drill, as well as
dancinp
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
EAST WASHINGTON.

A colored man named Brooks and a
white man named Cox narrowly escaped
suffocatlDg from gas last night In the lodg
ingroom Of the station-house They were
resuscitated by DR.. McKim.
William Fl. Young, deserter from the
Marine Guard, was arrested yesterday and
returned to the naval authorities.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
Aid for the Poor.

Comptroller Durham has decided that
distress among the poor is an emergency and
that the Commissioners can use 1900 from
the emergency fund to alleviate, as far as
possible, the suffering among the poor.
The $1,000 will be at once turned over to
the Commissioners and the distribution will
be made through the Police Department.
The Commissioners say that they do not
think that all of the $1,000 will be needed.
''If this weather keeps up" said Commits
sioner Edmunds, sit Is doubtful IL we will
use much of that fund. This weather does
not entail much suffering on the poor, but
OF course we shall use as much as is
needed ~
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
CfTY SPECIALS.
LENTINEs and favors at j. j. Gou
COURT RECORD.

Police CoURT-Judge Snell.--,Iames
Gamctt, assault; 500 or 60 days. Solomon
Rell, do; IS or 10 days. Martha Butler, do. /;
nolle prosecuted. Michael Collins, keeping
q dangerous dog; do. G.. and b. McKanna,
assault; personal bonds. Henry I. Irwin,
collateral forfeited. John latimore, assault;
dismissed
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
A Blind Mans wife Lost,

Dennis Mahoney, a blind man who came
here last Thursday from Detroit, Mich,
with his wife, reported to the police that he
lost her in Alexandria yesterday. He states
that he came here to get pension, and they
took trip to Alexandria yesterday, and
when the train started from the depot his
wife was missing and she was left there.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
Alexandria Grave Robbers.

The police received telegram from AL
exandria last night to the effect that q
number OF graves were robbed there last
night. The dispatch also stated that the
resurrectonists came toward this city by
way Of the Long Bridge. The police have
not succeeded In locating any of the cul-
prits. They arrived at the bridge last night
just as the wagon with the robbers passed.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
Property CIeris,s Sale.

Property Clerk sylvester's sale OF aban.
boned and stolen property at Police Head
quarters to-day was largely attended, and
good prices were received for the articles
sold, which were of most varied character
The spades and other appliances used by
Jensen, the grave robber and weapons used
by murderers were bought
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
UnheardOf Bargains

Dress goods below cost. Androscoggan
Cotton, 81 cents; India Linen Robes, $l.95;
Elegant Croche Quilts, 81; Black English
Cambria, cents; Thompson's Corsets, 80
cents, etc, etc, etc. Broadhead & Com
pany Masonic Temple, F street, near
Ninth street
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His Answer.

The river is the great topic of converse
tion now. There are other topics worthy Of
discussion-what man shall eat and drink,
and especially what he shall drink. Tharp
of s1S + street solves this problem. His
whisky is the answer he gives to anxious
innuirarg
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
Sentenced to Two Years.

James Williams, sometimes called James
jackson, pleaded guilty in the Criminal
Court this morning to the charge of a sec
ond offense of petit larceny and was SEN
tenced to two years in the Albany Peui-
tentiaIy.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
MIR. French's Lecture ON .Pari.,-

The advance sale of reserved seats for
Harry Frenchs great illustrated lecture on
"Paris, Past and Present." tomorrow night
at the National Theatre, has been very sat
isfactory. The delightful impression made
by the lecture last week has induced many
to hear 1t again. The views are beautiful,
while the word-pictures of the speaker rival
the scenes upon the screen.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
a Snfe RurcIary.

When Mr.. Samuel Emery, the coal
dealer, arrived at his Office, corner OF First
and b streets, at o'clock this morning, he
discovered that the place had been en-
tered and his safe smashed and robbed.
Fortunately there was very little money, "a
cents, left over night In the safe.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
Arrairncd In Cauri.

The following parties, upon being ar
raigned in the Criminal court to-day, plead
cd not guilty; John Bush, assault with in
tent to Kill; William Green, assault with
intent to kill; john Plowden, housebreaking
In the night; Herman ArloYitZ, larcenY.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
WASHINGTON CRITIC
uEtTUER INDICATIONS.

For the Middle Atlantic States, slightly
colder. cloudy weather and light local rains
generally, followed by fair weatheri west
crly winds.
For sunday, fair weather is indicated for
the Middle, South Atlantic and Gulf states,
Ohio Valley and Tennessee, and clearing
weather In New England
Thermometer Readings.
Thermometer readings for February l3,
1856 3a. m, 4lo.3., a. M, 4l0.6; III a.
M, 43o q. February IL: Mean temperature,
s2o.4: maximum, 4Go.O. minimum, 1925;
mean relative humidity, 9S.'; total precipl-
tation, H. IL inch.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
Carpets, blankets,

Comforts and general house-furnishing
goods sold on easy weekly or monthly pay
ments al John Smiths Installment House,
Sl3 New Jersey avenue northwest.
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The District Appropriations.

The District subcommittee of the House
Appropriations Committee has completed
its work on the District OF Columbia appro-
priation bill, making only slight changes in
the bill as prepared by the Commissioners.
The bill will probably be reported on Mon
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13

81 see star, Ewes first born, in whose
train'
Comes the damp twilight that bringeth pain.
For aches OF head, neuralgia, cut and bruise,
Try Salvation Oil, these will you lose.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
uAIderney Dniry Wagons.r -

Fresh Alderney butter, churned every
morning and delivered in ! ID. "Wardn
buttermilk and sweet milk, SC. per qt.
Cream, 15c. per pint.
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''How can Mrs. Smith wear such hand
some velvet coatg' "My dear child, don't
you know her husband saves doctors bills
by using DIR. Bulbs Cough Syrup for the
children'' -
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
Jolnson's. Corner thirteenth ana r..

is headq uarters for the finest and freshet
bivalves that come to this market. His
lifelong experience enables him to be at the
top Of the culinary profes sion. Luxuries In
season always served up n the most tempt
ing styles. Ladies' excel ent dining parlors
attached
The Washington critic., 1886-02-13
FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL.
The Foreign wheat Market.

The Foreign Wheat Market.
LIVERPOOL, Feb. 13.--Wheat quiet and
steady; demand poor. Corn firm, with fair
demand.
LONDON, Feb. 13.-Wheat quiet and
steady. Corn dull.
Petroleum.
b. X. Plain & Co., st. Cloud Building,
furnish the following Oil quotations: Closed
yesterday. T6s; opened to-day, T7s; highest,
572; lowest, 76s; 2:15 n.
New York stock Market.
The following have been furnished by j.
Vance Lewis, broker, southwest corner
Eighth and + streets: