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National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02
THE SMALL THINGS OF A DAY.
Minor Occurrences In and About the
City Briefly Put.

WY DEIbug ut
Tooth filling made painless by the use of
cocaine by s. 4. Mason, dentist, 2l3 Four.and.
a'half street northwest.
Tho great coming event-the "Jahrmarkt.'
Edwin j. Brooks, Of Tennessee, was Yesterday
admitted to the bar OF this District.
Application has been made by Anna NJ
Cleary for divorce from Nicholas +. Cleary.
Geo. l.. Arnold reports that the dilap dated
and condemned buildings az 40 East Capitol
street are still Standing.
The fun in firing his revolver twice in the
street yesterday cost Mace Stewart. cOlorcd,
$40 or sixty days on the farm
The building inspectors report shows for the
month OF January By new buildings erected,
rs repairs, and 22park ratings constructed.
Mrs. o. NJ. Carter about 3;l5 p. m yesterday
afternoon, fell off a car at the corner of Twelfth
street aud Pennsylvania avenue and was badly
hurt.
Capt. r. NJ. Miller fell into the river yester.
day from aboard the boat Fannie, lying at the
Ninth street wharf lie was drawn utby OH.
Ger Wagner
Dr. Charles r. Luce was appointed as physi.
clan to the Washington asylum yesterday, to
FIJI the vacancy caused by the resignation of
DR.. Hcnning.
The chiefengineer's report for the month of
January shows fifteen fire alarms during that
period. The loss was slG,lO, on which there
was slll33 insurance.
Mrs. Catherine Miller tried to make John J.
Hassett stop beating his wife, She in turn got
a beating. Judge Smell Yesterday fined Has.
sctt $40 for hitting Mrs. Miller.
Robert W. Fowler, a clerk in the PostofIice
Department, was knocked down by two col.
ored men Saturday night and robbed OF sI7 on
street. near Ninth southwest.
Robert Hopkins, a colored man, was seri.
ously injured yesterday afternoon by the caving
of a sand bank near which he was working, OF
the corner Of Ninth and II streets.
Andrew +. Maugum has sued Richard II
Willett to recover 5000 damages for alleged
false arrest and imprisonment in the sixth po-
lice precinct in March :, 1879, for three hours.
The Washington Gaslight Company yester.
day elected the following officers for the ensli.
ing year: George A. Mcllheuney b. H. Bartol
William Il. Webb, W. Il. Riley, and James W.
Orme.
r. h. Taylor informs the commissioners that
the street now called Stoughton should be
Staughton, II having been named after m ex.
president Of Columbian University of the lat
ter name,
Many inmates from the old female work and
pOOrhOusc were transferred to the new one
yesterday. There are men enough awaiting
their proper quarters TO fill the old female
workhouse.
Agnes II. Ryan and John r. Condor were
yesterday she filed a petition for divorce, ali.
mOnY, and counsel fees, charging her husband
with cruel treatment.
JohnW. Stevens, employed on Blrbour's new
building at the corner of Four and.a .halfstrcet
and Virginia avenue, fell at $3.50 Yesterday alter
noon from the first story to the ground, and
injured himself internally.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

How the human system ever RECEIVERS from
the bad effects ofthe nauseous medicines often
literally poured into It for the suppositive re-
lief of dyspepsia, liver complaint, constipation,
rheumatism, and other ailments is mystery.
The mischief done bybad medicines is scarcely
less than that caused by disease. II they who
are weak, bilious, dyspepto, COnstipated, or
rheumatic would oitenef be guided by the
experience of inyalds who have thoroughly
tested Hostetter's Stomach Bitters they would
in every instance obtain the speedlost aid
deriyable from rational medication. This
medicine Is searching and at the same time
a thoroughly safe remedy, derived from vege-
table sources, and possessing, in consequence
diCinal stimulant MOTTO be found In the fiery
local bitters and stimulants often resorted To
by the debilitated, dyspeptiC, and languld,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

The funeral of Mrs Maria C. syphax who
died on last Thursday, took place from the
Mount Zion Baptist Church at Arlington on
Sunday afternoon, and was very largely at
tended by her many friends. Mrs. Syphax was
Il Christian woman with whom faith aud
works went hand in hand, and at the time OF
her death, which occurred Mt the age OF 80, she
had been member of the First Baptist Church
Of Alexandria for sixty.one years. Rev. Joseph
six Of her grandsons acted as pallbearers.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02
Calvary Baptist Church.

The annual report OF the treasurer OF Cal
vary Baptist Church for the past year shows
the total church receipts to have been S. ,Gjl .lg
and the disbursements S7,Ge3Ii The total re-
ceipts for the church and the mission Sunday
schools was sg,59O.0S. The sum OF S702. 40 was
collected by means OF the little boxes placed
in the pews which take the place OF baske,
collections. During the year there were ffty,
six baptisms, iity.siN members received Il
membershipby letter and five by experience"
There were six deaths and twenty.three mem
bers dismissed by letter
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02
Reduced Rates to Western Points via
Pennsylvania Railroad.

First.class tickets by this unriyalcd line are
quoted as follows Chicago, sis; Columbus,
$3.50; Cincinnati, 81; Louisville, slL5O; In.
dianapolis, ST.; St. Louis, $3.50; Detroit, sl2.
The train service the Pennsylvania railroad
is unexcelled. -Four fast express trains daily
from Washington TO the west. The limited
express, which runs daily between Washington,
Columbus and Cincinnati. is one of the most
completely appointed passenger trains In the
world, embracing, as II does, all the comforts
and conyeniences OF q iirst-class hotel The
train is composed exclusively OF dining, sleep,
ing, parlor, and smoking cars. Meals served
at the uniform rate of 81. Secure your tickets
west by this train If you desire to make travel
a pleasure Consult agents of the company
before you purchase tickets to the west from
Washington.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02
The Central Union Mission.

Rev, DR.. Sunderland led the religious meet.
ing ut the Central Union Mission last evening.
lie spoke Of the advantage OF having Christ as
an advocate and was followed by many who
gave testimony of their faith. The remarks
we've inicrDersed with hymns, and a
number were converted, Rev. W. a. Bartlett
will lead the meeting this evening.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02
Felt Goods Department.

4c price. Felt Tides. Former price Sc.
19c, stock taklngprce. APPLIQUE Felt Tides For
mer price, 25c.
40c, stock taking price. Embroidered Tides. For.
mer price, Zoe.
59c, stock. taking price. Embroidered Tides. For
mer price, CSC.
Sl.6S stock-taking price. Embroidered Piano
scarfs. Former price, s2.25
S1.0S, stock taking price. Embroidered Piano
Scarfs. Former price, s2.6S.
Sl.7S stock-taking price. Mantel Lambrequins,
embroidered. Former price, s2.40.
s2.24, stock-taking price. Mantel LambreQuIns,
embroidered. Former price, s2.74
A few Hand-palnted Tides still on hand, all Of
which have been marked down.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

Are quoting the following rates; To Chicago
s!3: to Louisville, SlI,jO: to st, Louis, $1,000;
to Cincinnati, Sill to indianapolis, sl2,
and Detroit, 81, and corresponding low
and southwest. Fast limited express trains
with through parlor and sleeping cars
to destination. Time to Chicago % hours,
indianapolis Fl hours, and Plttsburg 10 hours
Limited train for Chicago and Plttsburg
leaves Washington at 9H3 a, IN. daily, and for
Cincinnati, 81. Louis, aud Indianapolis Mt 3
p. IN. daily. Consult ticket agents h. Il o.
r. Il. before purchasing. Offices, 6l9 aud
1851 Pennsylvania avenue and station, corner of
New Jersey avenue and O street.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

The case Of Frederick Koones against the
District Of Columbia was decided in the court
in banc yesterday. This was bill filed to en-.
join the collector of taxes and the District from
collecting certain taxes due by Koones, on the
ground that he had paid the same by check
IN bo noHiSonce So G uio, out, ,9g
tor, 1t was not presented until the 3lst of May,
when the bank had suspended. The court
held that q check so given was not payment;
that the collector Ia 4 no authority in law ~
receive the same and that In receiving the
check as he did he was simply acting as agent
for the complainant and that the only thing
the collector could receive In payment Of taxes
was money Justice Mcrrlck delivered the
nninion! c!tac Court
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National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02
Quick Time to Annapolis via BaItimor
and Potomac RailrOad.

Under the schedule now in effect on the
baltimore and Potomac and Annapolis and
Elk Ridge railroads, time between Washing
shortened. The new train, which Is additional
TO the former service, leaves Washington at
900 a. m. every week day, and arrives in An
napolis at 1000. The time of departure of this
train makes II specially desirable to those who
have business IN the Maryland capitol, while
the shortness of the run places them in An.
napolis before the business of the day begins.
Returning, the new train leaves Annapolis at
1856 p. m, arriving in Washington at $50.
Other trains leave Washington, Baltimore
and Potomac station, 7:l5 a. M, 1905 noon,
4:27 p. m. week days; 900 a. m, 4:20 p. IN. on
Sundays. Returning, leave Annapolis GAO u.
m. and 1905 noon week days. and i:aO p. IN.
on Sundays.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

An informal meeting of the National Base
Ball Club took place last night, In which it
was agreed that articles :of incorporation
should he drawn UP to day, so as to put the
club on proper basis. On Wednesday night
another meeting will take place, and an cleo.
ton of officers for the coming year held. This
meeting will arrange all details for next sea-
oithe National Club as to players, grounds &c.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

The Palais Royal desires the REPUBLICAN, to
mention that by request of many ladies' in gov
eminent employ the souvenirs OF the "open.
ing" will be continued until tomorrow az G
O'Clock, and that on Wednesday will com.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02
Ladies' and Children's ClOaks

S5 tock.taking price. Ladies' New markets, Bison
and Berlin Twill Cloth, double breasted, tour
iste back. Former price, $50.
80, stock-taking price. Ladies' Newmarkets, Chev-
iotte, fut collar and cuffs. Former price, IS.
S74s, stock. taking price. Ladies' Visltes, brown
houcle cloth and elegant feather trimming.
Former price, $40.
Sll, stock-taking price. Ladies' Visites, brown
brocade velvet and feather trimming. Former
price, ZIG.
Sl7.9S, stock-taklng price, Black Brocade Velvet
Newmarket, doube-breasted, plated back.
Former price, s27.
so, stock taking price. Ladies' Walking Jackets,
boucle cloth. Former price, 80.
SlS stock taking price. Ladies' Newmarkets, silk
mateasse black fur down front and around
bottom. Former price, 500.
S3.4s stock.taking price, Children's All.WoOl
Goats, A to 10 years. Former price, 80 and 50.
81, stocktaing price. Goats, odd sizes, elegantly
trimmed. Former price, -, 30, and $40.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

Chief of Police Daughorty, of Wilmington,
Del, reached here yesterday morning and
Identified Joe Zimmerman as being the party
ton livery stable keeper ard tried to dispose OF
TIE team here. The chief LEFT on the Ii a. m.
train with his prisoner and the team for VII
miDPtOn.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

Mrs. Bessie Watson, colored, ofl2is Twentieth
street. went to the health ohct yesterday to
have colOrcd child buried. She did not
know It's name or who its parents were She
stated that II had been brought TO her by u
bright mulalto woman, who promised to pay
her 20 month for its care and board, hut She
never returned. The police were notified, and
are trying to find Out the parents of the child.
IIL---rL l.. IL. .I...Al
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company
have placed on their Cincinnati limited eX.
press trains leaving Washington Mt p. IN.
daily, a through sleeping car, Washington to
Indianapolis arriving at indianapolis daily,
at IL; 40 a, IN. following daytime q hours.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

The following marriage licenses have been
issued Columbus Burgess and viOletta Tur-
nCr, both Of Prince George county, Md; Add.
son W, De Vaughn aud MurgNretta Schwube.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02
Last Grand Sale Of the Season

We will take account Of Stock on February l5
and up to that date intend to dispose Of all surplus
stock in each of our Departments To accomplish
this result will reduce goods to astonshngIy low
figures.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

PARTIES paying visit 10 the capital can
have more comfortand attention for the money
at the Hotel Arno Sixteenth street, between
and X northwest, than can be obtained at any
other hotel. Everything is new aud complete
at this establishment.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

VISITORS desiring elegant accommodations
Arno, one block from Lafayette square. This
house is steam heated and newly furnished
throughout american and European PLAN;
nriCeS reasonable.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

a very fine monument has been erected over
the remains of the late Gen. o. E, Babcock at
oak Hill Cemetery by the widow and children.
II is made Of granite taken from the Barre
quarry in Vermont, his native state, and Is Il
shaft fifteen feet high. The top represents q
castle. on the front panel is the insignia of the
engineer corps OF the army, and other suitable
inscriptions are placed thereon. At the base Is
the word "BabcOck' in block letters. This
monument II beautifully carved, and is differ.
ent in design from any in the cemetery.
TIE "JahrmaIktr opens at the ". l.. |. Hall
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

PARTIES can have every luxury at the Hotel
Arno, Sixteenth street, between land X north
In the house. The hotel is the most thoroughly
equipped for every comfort, and the charges
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02
ladies' Cotton Underwear De-
partment.

coo, sock.taking price. Ladies' Nightgowns clus.
ter of tucks and two Hamburg insertings
Former price, zoe.
06c, stock taking price. Ladies' Nlghtgowns
Mother Hubbard yoke, Ave rows OF embroidered
inserting. Former price, 81 20.
iSc stock-tRkng price. Ladies' Chemlses, excel
lent cotton, square yoke, embroidered insert
ing. Former price, Doc.
05c, stook-taking price. Ladies' ChemiSeS. fine
muslin, pompadour shape, deep embroidery
Former price, Soc.
40c, stock taking price, Ladies' Drawers, six tucks,
embroidered inserting and runie. Former price,
Doe.
0Sc stock-tAkinp price. Ladies' Walking skirts,
tuck and deep embroidered runle. Former
price, sl.26,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

BODILY pains and accidents will occur o
only "in the best regulated families" but
everywhere and at all times. Therefore keep
salvation OIL convenient Price, % cents Il
bottle
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02
MerinO Underwear.

12c, stock-taking price. Atwood Medicated Vests
and Pants. Former price, 81.
Sl,25, stock-taking price. superiine Merino Vests
and Pants. Former price, sl,75
Celebrated American Hosiery Goods.
CSC, stock-taking price. Misses and Chiliren's
Merno Vests and Drawers. Former price, zoe.
.1.75, stock-taking price, Ladies' Knitted Vests,
finest zephyr high neck and long sleeves; Cream,
Pink, Light Blue, and Cardinal. Former price,
e2.26.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02
Notion Department.

lOc pair, stock.taking price Duplex ventlsting
Garter. Former price, 32c.
l0c, stock.taking price. Lightning Cleansing Com
pound Former price, zoe.
&c, stock-tal;ing price. Note Paper and Envelopes
Former price, 1Oc.
Ice, stock taking price, Linen Paper and En-
yelopes. Former price, 22c.
lsc, stock taking price. Cream Ruled Paper and
Envelopes. Former price, Zoe.
42c, stock taking price. Plush Box Note Paper and
Envelopes, Former price, Coo.
popers for &c, stool; taking price, Smiths Needles
Former price, &c paper
Jewelry and Fan Department.
A discount ofl5 per cent on marked prices.
Leather Goods Department.
=, A discount of 10 per cent on marked prices on
satchels.
90 per cent on marked prices on POcEetbooks,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

THE Hotel Atno. Sixteenth street, between
and X northwest, Is the most elegant European
plan house in Washington. The location finest
In the city, Prices popular.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

4. D. Frawley, Washington actor, who was
with the "Galley Slave" company which ap.
pearCd at Herzog's Opera House last week, is
one of the most promising in the profession
He started out two years ago, and his friends
were delighted ut his performance in one of
the leading roles OF the Galley Slave" lie is
gaining many lauTels for his finished and
careful acting, and Is deserving of them.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02
Corset Department.

SOC, stock-taking price. French Coutllle, hand
made lace trimmed. Former price, fl.
81, stock-taling price. French Woven, embroidered
bust, silk stitched. Former price, Sl.25.
0Oc, stock taking price. French satteen all shades
perfect at celebrated r. 4 ca. Former price,
81 20, stock taking price. n. & G., double bone
whale-bonc. Former price, el.4S.
A large assortment of the famous p. DIS also.
ThompSon's Glove fitting and Warmers Health Cor.
SETS constantly kept In stock.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02
Remarkable Bargains in DOmes-
tic Goods.

henafkaDle bargains Ill DOmeS-
tic Goods.
10-4 Blankets from $1.90 to SO.
2 cases Wool Blankets from auction, ia,
&.25, worth $3.50.
White Crochet Spreads, 81 and $1.25.
Extra size Marseilles Quilts, S2.25, worth
So.75.
Bleached Double Damask Table Linen,
S71c, former price $1.12i.
80 dozen Us German Plaid Napkins at 75c
per dozen.
IS Cream Napkins, 81. 10 per dozen.
5-S White Damask Napkin, hemmed, ex-
ira value, 80 per dozen.
"a Bleached Canton for lining.
Table Cloths, extra heavy, 40 and sac.
Just received, a case Of ga Marble Cloth,
which we shall sell at'20c per yard.
Hosiery and Mems Furnishings.
Gents, Ladies', and Children's, all kinds
at popular prices.
Full line Of Laundered and Unlaundered
Shirts.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02
Glove Department.

O6c, stock-tnking price. S-button Mousquetaires
walking shades, Former price, $19S.
81 49, stock taking price. S-button Mousquetaires
s1,s;ssstock.taking price. 5.button Embroidered.
Former price, $3.50.
zoe, stock -taklng price. 6.button Mousquetaire,
opera shades Former price, 81. 10.
S4c, stock.takng price. Ladies' Lined Fur.top
Dogskin Gloves. Former price, s125.
s1.24, stock-taking price. Gents Lined Fur-top
DNgskin Gloves. Former price, sl.6S.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

Gen. NJ. c. Meigs requests In Il communIca.
ton received by the commissions yesterday
that the alley fronting the Sublots 80 to 80,
square 3Gl, on which he is erecting houses be
designated as NinG.and.a.hGlf street.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

NEs. c, DONoyAN, of so Flith avenue, New
York city, viii have an opening of bali and
reception dresses at the Arlington on Feb, 1, ;,
and IL
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02
Infants Wear Department.

sI.9S stock-taking price. Merino Long Cloaks,
handsomely embroidered. Former price, $3.50.
sSIstock-takin price. MerinO Long Cloaks en-
broidered on both capes Former price, $40.
So stock-taking price. Merno Long Cloaks, very
deliberately embroidered. Former price, l2.55.
25c,. stock-taklng- price. Infants worsted Caps.
Former price, Doc.
COO, stock.taking price. Infants Worsted Cans
Former price, Zoe and 81.
81, stock.taking price. Infants Worsted Caps.
Former price, sl.35.
72c, stock-taking price. Children's Worsted Caps.
Former price, sl.lU.
81 go stocl-takng price. Childrens Worsted Caps.
Former price, sl.0S.
$3.50 stock-taking price. Children's Short Goats,
jersey flannel. Former price, $40.
so, stock.taklng price. Children's Plush Coats,
Cream and Cardinal. Former Price, 80.
so, stock-taking price. Chlldren's Plush Coats,
handsomely trimmed Former price, s12.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02
II andkerchief Department.

zoe, stock taking price. Ladies' Sheer Fancy.bor.
dered Handkercbiefs. Former price, 1Sc.
Gle, stock taking price. Handkerchief ombroi.
dered in fancy colors. Former price, SIC.
lie, stool. taking price. Pure Linen, Fancy-bor.
defed Handkerchiefs. Former price, 20c
1Oc, stock taking price Linen Hemstitched. For.
mer price, 15c.
&c, stock taking price. White, with Tape Borders.
Former price, lie.
Soc, stock-takiug price. Gents HandkerchIefs,
fancy borders. Former price, doc.
25c, stock-taking price Gents Handkerchiefs
fancy borders. Former price, SIC.
zoe, stock.taking price. Gents Handkerchief,
fancy borders. Former price, 29c.
zoe, stock.taklng price. Silk Handkerchiefs, all
colors. Former price, 4Sc
0oc, stock.taking price. silk Handkerchief, en-
broldered corner. Former price, Sac.
S5c stock.taking price, Silk Handkerchief, elab-
orately embroidered. Former price, 81.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

HrsU, little baby, don't you cry,
You'll go to the "Jahrmarkt" bye and bye.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02
An Unknown naDy's Fate.

Go To Davis's, corner of Eighth street and
Market space, for the "NEw IMPROVED SPOOL"
10 use on sewing machines.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02
Embroidered Flannel "by the
Yard"
Lace Department.

A discount Of 10 per cent. of marked prices. Just
received latest style Crepe Yelling In all colors
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

TIE "Jahfmarkt' opens at the W. l.. l. Hall
on Monday, Feb. l.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02
A Check Not Legal Tender.

LIST
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

You can't afford to miss the "Jahrmarkt,"
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1886-02-02

X. h. Taylor informs the commissioners that
the street now called Stoughtou should be
Staughton, II having been named after nm ex.
president Of Columbian University OF the lat.
ter name,