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National Republican., 1886-12-25
Generons MIR. Corooran.

The Baptist Home for Aged aud Inflrm
Females has just received from Mr.. W. W..
Corcoran the gift of lot of land situated
on p street, between Second aud Third
streets northwest, and on which at an
early day the home will be erected. The
lot donated fronts 81 feet on p street and
runs northward 2l0 feet, and will be large
enough to answer the purposes OF the
institution for some time TO come. The
managers have returned their thanks to
Mr.. Corcoran for his generous gift to
them
National Republican., 1886-12-25

There We're no Developments yesterday In
the Albaugh Opera House robbery. The
tools used by the burglars were found to
have been stolen from Larman's black
smith shop, Fifteenth street and Maryland
avenne northeast, on Wednesday night
The police are making strenuous efforts to
get trace Of the thieves. They are stimu-
lated TO active measures from the fact that
the frequent robberies are rebounding on
them, and thay feel very sensitive over the
safe blowing recently comitted here.
National Republican., 1886-12-25
rrNNrssrr,s CRUISES 0 oyan.
The Richmond win Take uor Place
UIsadvantnges of Small Ftagshipa.

Disadvantages of Small F1agships.
1t is now definitely settled that the old
Tennessee will never go to sea again. She
will make two more trips, one from where
che now lies to "rotton row." and one moro
when, at some future date, she will be
taken to some obscurepoint on the sound to
be burned for the old iron IN her
The Richmond 10 being rapidly put In
seagoiDg order. To her Admiral Luce will
transfer his flag as soon as she Is ready,
about Dec. "a. The only other ship avail
able as flagship Of the North Atlantic squad
ron is the Trenton, now at Norfolk; but the
Trenton, IL Is said, will go out to relieve
the Pensacola as nagship OF the European
squadron.
The rapid decay OF the old wooden ships,
most Of which have got to the point where
they are in the condition OF the "one.horse
shay" is causing serious discomfort to the
higher officers OF the navy. As admirals
are obliged to transfer their flags from the
wormy old frlgates, like the Tennessee, to
smaller vessels, the quarters for themselves
and their flag captains become unpleas-
nessee, for instance, the quarters for the
admiral consist OF two large, airy, and
well. lighted cabins, two staterooms,
pantry and an Office for the admirals sec
retary and flag lieutenant. In the forward
cabin, which is used for eating purposes,
the admiral can entertain fifteen or sixteen
people at dinner. The after cabin has all
the appearance Of a good.sized parlor, and
the large amount OF entertaining which an
admiral is always callsavyh TO do, In be-
half of the government and at his own ex-
penso, can be done decently and in order In
these spacious quarters.
The captains quarters on the spar deck
under the poop are similar TO the admirable,
only less spacious. Now the captain OF
any man OF war, and especially the captain
OF a flagship, must do his share OF the en-
teftainment, aud he, too, must have reason
ably large quarters. On The smaller ships to
which the admlrals are being driven the ae-
commcdatious are entirely inadequate. Tho
cabin which the admiral will occupy on the
Richmond, for instance, is not 80 large as
the captains cabin IN the Tennessee, aud
the captain of the flag ship will be relegated
to small hole, devoid Of light or ventila-
tion.
The designers OF the new cruisers made
n mistike in making the captains cabins
Of the most circumscribed size. Six people
cannot get into the cabin OF tho Atlanta
without crowding. When ship is in q
foreign Tort there Is always an exchange OF
courteeies between the officials on shore
and the officers OF the fleet.
In future when the lord high executioner
OF Titipu goes with his numerous retinue
on board an American ship land the
smaller the official the larger is his retinue
always) only portion can get inside the
commanding officers cabin, while the rest
will have to cool their heels on deck.
National Republican., 1886-12-25
She.Knew.

~ really don't know where to do my
shopping. OF course, want the best bar
gains.n
"You don't know! Well, do, and have
known for long while. The displays Of
advertisements don't distract me in the
least degree. Just read A. Kaufman's card;
yes, here 1t Isl NATIONAL REPUBLICANS
Christmas number. What do you think OF
that2r
"Wonderfull Let's take the car at once
and away to the Double Combinationp
National Republican., 1886-12-25
ARTIEICIAL IVORY.
Important Decision by the Commis-
sioner of Patents.

sioner of Patents.
The commissioner Of patents yesterday
mOdea decision in the important case Of the
Celluloid Manufacturing Company of New
ark, N. j., and the American Zylonite Com
pany, Of Adams, Mass, which involves
millions of dollars. The latter obtained
letters patent for the manufacture Of artifl-
cial ivory, and had engaged extensively in
the work, having several hundred thousand
dollars invested, when the Newark company
set up a claim for the invention, and imme-
diately litigation ensued for the ownership
Of the invention. This began in February,
1884, and was concluded yesterday by
Commissioner of Patents Montgomery, de.
Gliding that the Newark company had no
right to the invention, aud ordered the ap-
plicatlon OF that company to be rejected.
Messrs. james L. Norris, NJ. Bailey, B. +.
Thurston, and II. NJ. Ruggles appeared for
the American Zylonite Company, and
Messrs. Belts, Atterbury; Hyde, and L. NJ.
Marble for the Newark company.
National Republican., 1886-12-25
UOspItal for InourabIes,

Surgeon General Hamilton, of the marine
hospital service, in his annual report, made
public yesterday, recommends the estab-
lishment Of hospital for incurables in the
District Of Columbia, which would at the
same time receive superannuated sailors
without homes OF their own. During the
year the service succored 43,S22 patients.
The receipts were $5l5,3l6 and the expenses
gIgQ -uB
National Republican., 1886-12-25
Immigrants Arriving n Eleven Months.

The chief Of the bureau OF statistics re.
ports that the total number OF immigrants
arriving at thesports of the United States
from the principal foreign countries, ex-
cept from Canada and Mexico, during the
month ending Nov. 80 was 1859, and for
the past eleven months, 365, 5,577.
OF this number Germany is credited
with S0,6S3 England and Wales,
55,sss; Ireland, 81 l,461 Sweden and
Norway, 44,0O4; Russia, Finland, and Po-
ItaIy, % ?;T 1881; % Austria, ~" i64of: % Scotland,
1925; Denmark, G,969; Switzerland, 4,339i
France, 3,130,
National Republican., 1886-12-25
CAUGHT IN THE ACT.
A Burglar in the Money Drawer when
Disco vered.

Officer Diggins, at 1 O'Clock this morning
caught a colored burglar in the fruit store
near the corner Of Fourteenth and + streets.
The officers attention was first attracted by
the store doors yielding TO the pressure of
his hand, and he suspected something
wrong. On looking into the store he saw
that boxes were placed in way that he had
never before noticed. He determined to
enter and examine the premises.
lie had hardly got inside the
place when he discovered colored
man in the act Of robbing the money
drawer. The officer ran at the man to
back door, with the officer at his heels For
few minutes lively race took place be-
tween the two, which ended In the success.
full capture OF the burglar not, however,
until the officer had fired three shots at
him.
"1 fred to kill YOU" said the officer to
the burglar.
81 would have killed you before you
killed me,n was the reply.
The prisoner, IL was learned, was seen TO
enter the store q few minutes before the
officer arrived by unlocking the door with
O skeleton key. At the station house he
geye his name as Samuel johnson, age 10
years, but he is to all appearances 20 or
more. The burglar is glnger-cake oolored,
rather small OF build, very defiant, impu-
dent in his way, and dangerous character.
Officer Diggins's clever capture is worthy Of
commentator, and he deserves credit for
sticking TO the man until he was secured.
Mr.. J. ScHRADER, No. If German street, Bal
tlInnrn. Md. MhnllaNna in Salvation Oil flr
National Republican., 1886-12-25
CHRISTMAS AT ST. ELIzABE I'll.
Tho Inmates Receive Presents and
Enjoy % Dance.

There was mirth and galcty last night at
the Insane Asylum. At 8 o'clock the
pretty little theater was filed with the In
mates Of the institution. The place was
brilliantly Illuminated, and handsomely
decorated with evergreens ard holly. On
the stage stood tremendous big cedar
tree. loaded down with everything con.
ceivable in the shape of toys and Christmas
presents. Drs. Godding, Wilmer, Kurner,
and Others Of the medical stan were present
and saw to the successful management OF
the affair. During the evening an
excellent orchestra rendered musical
selections. The programme consisted
OF songs, recitations, and instrumental
music. Several Of the physicians made
pleasant little speeches on the beauties OF
Christmas. At the close Of the distribution
OF the gifts the floor was cleared and dane
ing was INDUCED In until midnight. 1t was
a memorable Christmas eve celebration, aud
the unfortunate inmates Of the hospital
were made contented by the enjoyment af-
forded them by the doctors in charge of the
institution.
National Republican., 1886-12-25
Its DelioacY of Flavor

And the efficacy Of its action have rendered
the famous liquid fruit remedy Syrup Of Figs
immensely popular. II cleanses and tones up
the clogged and feyerish system, dispes head.
aches, colds, and fevers, cures Habltual Con-
stipation, Dyspepsia, and the many ills depend
ing on n weak or inactive condition of the Kid
neys, Liver. and Bowels. For sale in so cent and
81 bottles by all leading druggists Manutac-
tured only by the California Fig Syrup Co.,
San EronplgpO Cal
National Republican., 1886-12-25
Ono of the Fortunate Ones

Mr.. Ike Cans, the genial manager Of
Lansburgh q Bros, received enough Christ
mas presents to fill good sized room.
handkerchlefs, pOcketbooks, silk suspen-
deIs, lovely gold link chain, and scores Of
other presents were among the many re-
ceived. This was the reason that Mr.. Cans
appeared so happy last night.
National Republican., 1886-12-25
MARINES FOR wArCuMEN.
The Change WIN Make Saving to the
Government.

The recent order of the Secretary Of the
Navy directing the commandants OF the
navy yards to substitute marines in place OF
watchmen and shipkeepers, where 1t can
be done with advantage, will, 1t is stated,
esult in saving to the government Of be-
tween S55,0O0 and 100000 per annum; and
the government property and vessels at the
various yards and stations will be equally
well protected. II the present condition OF
tion Of marines for all the watchmen and
shipkeepers employed, an additional saving
OF over $25, 900 would have been effected.
National Republican., 1886-12-25
AMUsEMEN rs.
NEW NATIONAL THEATER.

NEW NATIONAL THEATER,
The attraction at this theater next week Is
NEST excellent. alone In London" is full of
dramatic power and human interest The
story is OF an innocent country girl who accl.
IDENTIFY meets London man Of good address,
and by him is woocd and married Seven
years later she isalone In London; her husband
has proven to be thief and prlson'bird. The
plot deals with the efforts OF the husband to
make q thief Of his son, to rob the man who
has befriended his wife, to ruin aud disgrace
an honorable man, and finally to take the lite
of his own wife. The story Is well told The
action is rapid, continuous, and natural, Cora
Tanner takes the leading role as Annie
Meadows, later Nan, the flower girl. She is
handsome woman, has striking stage presence,
and an alert dramatic temperament She was
entirely In sympathy with the role and made
very favorable impression. The play Is re.
markably strong in scenic effects. The sluioe
scene, showing an old mill race from which
the water has been shut oil, is particularly
effective Redclile attempts TO silence Nan,
who threatens TO expose plan 10 ROB bank
lie binds her to post in the dry mill race,
He accidentally discovers that the race can be
flooded by pressing on lever. lie slowly
moves the bar OF iron, the gates swing open
ana Hood Of water pourB through the opening
and over the girl flowing on like broad river.
The girl is rescued by q cOuntrympn, her
friend, who plunges into the Hood ast the waters
are apparently about to overwhelm her, The
plause. The house Of parliament and West
minister bridge by night are also effective. The
scenery from first 10 last might be taken Tor an
illustration of one of Dickens's stories.
ALBAUGHs GRAND OPERA HOUSE
Lillian Olcolt will appear us Theodore" at
the matinee this afternoon, and also In the
evening In the same character.
on Monday evening the Temple Theater
Comic opera Company, of Philadelphia, will
produce "The Little Tycoon" an American.
japanese opera, by Willard Spencer Along
with well-known popular artists In the leading
roles there is an excellent chorus OF thirty
voices, All the original music, gorgeous COS
tunes, startling electric effects, mechanical
mysteries, and beautiful scenery will be brought
here, nnd no expense has been spared 10 make
the production In this city an event to be re-
membeTed. We may add that the Order of
Elks have decided 70 attend, with their lady
friends. IN body on Monday evening In order
show their appreciation of the generosity of
Mr.. BrOthertOn In bringing his entire company
here last March 70 appear at the annual Elks
benefit.
National Republican., 1886-12-25
FAVORABLE TO srRAsBUReEn.
What, 1t Is Said, win He the Commits
sion's Report.

Messrs. w. NJ. Poindexter, s. s. Hunt,
and j. G. Bright, as commission, ex-
amined the skating rink on E street yester-
day morning. Inspector Entwisle, Mr.. s.
r. Turner, and Manager Strasburger were
present. After the inspection Of the build
ing the commission discussed the matter at
Architect Poindexter's office, but no con-
clusion was arrived at. To-day another
meeting will be held and a decision
reached, There is every indication that the
commission will report in favor Of Mr.,
strasburger. The greatest trouble seems
TO be the complaint Of residents In the
vicinity Of the rink, who are opposed to an
opening OF theater In that locality.
National Republican., 1886-12-25
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Appointments and Promotions.

Official changes have occurred In the In
terror Department as follows;
Patent offlce-Appointment: Mrs. Mary
A. Jordan, of Texas, copyist, $720, under
civil service rules. Resignation William
Webster, of Michigan, third assistant ex-
aminer, 81 400, to take effect Dec. 81. Pro-
motion Richard W. Barkley, OF Missouri,
from fourth to third assistant examiner.
Reappointment Matthias L. Pagan, of
Chicago, who resigned in April as fourth
assistant examiner,
f. Urquhart, of Norfolk, Va, assistant
topographer, 5000, ON temporary force.
Pension ollice-Promotions Mrs Mary
j. Bonney, of Louisiana, 81 200 to 81, 400; =;
Miss Lucy X. Wilson, Of Virginia, 81, 900
to 81, 200,
National Republican., 1886-12-25
Three Hundred Children Made Happy,

Three Hundred Children Made Happy
The Epiphany Mission Chapel on Mary
land avenue, ,betweenTwelftha and Thirteenth
streets southwest, was crowded at s o'clock
yesterday afternoon by children who had
come to see great Christmas tree and to
enjoy the entertainment prepared for them.
The gifts distributed included every variety
Of articles to please the children and about
$50 little ones were made happy.
The children's Christmas entertainment
for the members of the Epiphany Sunday
school on q street, between Thirteenth and
Fourteenth streets, also took place yester-
day evening, and throng were present
to enjoy 1t and happiness relgned supreme
National Republican., 1886-12-25
Cash Carriers for stores,

Commissioner of Patents Montgomery
yesterday heard argument in the case Of
Martin VS.. Elliott, Osgood, and others, upon
the question of priority of invention of
wheeled cash carriers for stores. The com
missioner took the matter under advise
ment.
National Republican., 1886-12-25
GOODBYE TO THE CANES.
Maj. Moore Restores the Belt ant
Baton.

MAJ. Moore Restores the Belt and
Baton.
Lieut.. Vernon yesterday morning told
Maj. Moore that Officer Work, In attempt
ing to arrest q colored rough named Will
liam Coleman, was murderously assaulted
by the latter, and Officer Turnburk's
timely arrival saved him from severe in
juries. Work nad MS small cane In his
hand and found II impossible to defend
himself. Lieut.. Vernon explained to the
major the utter uselessness OF the cane. A
few minutes later a telephone order was
sent by Maj. Moore to all the precincts
ordering the men to go on duty with belts
and batons, and to lay the canes aside. At
O'Clock the order went into effect, ana
the police looked upon the majors
order as a very pleasant Christmas gift.
National Republican., 1886-12-25
Rittenhouse Academy.

The customary exercises on closing for
the Christmas holidays were held at the
schoolroom yesterday afternoon. A com
pany of patrons and friends, including
some Of the former pupils, were present.
Col. j. NJ. Wilson, Mr.. j. B. Wight and
Mr.. f. Welsh Ashford, former pupils, acted
as judges Of the competitive speaking and
map drawing, and premiums were awarded
as follows: For speaking, to Joseph Mac
farland, Robert A. Inch and Richard I.
Merrlck for map drawing, to Frank IL.
Gray and q. Freeland Peter for geometry,
TO j. Maciarland for algebra, to j. Mac
farland and Arthur Peter; for arithmetic,
to Edward r. Greer, b. Herman Peter, W.
Scott Schley, jr., Robert A. Inch, Alvah
GOdding and Sam. j. Randall, jr.; for
Latin grammar, to j. Ma,farland, B. II.
Peter and Arthur Peter for penmanshlp,
to Z. II. Greer, +. II. Gray, Arthur Middle
ton, w. S, schley, ir., and G.. F. Peter; for
spelling, TO Harry j. Teller, j. Macfarland,
W. S. Schley, jr., Wright Rives, jr., and G..
F. Peter. After the distribution of pre-
mlums MIR. Wight received from his pupils
q handsome gold headed cane, presented,
with very eloquent speech, by Ralph
Hamilton, TO which Mr.. Wight made a
suitable reply.
National Republican., 1886-12-25
Dolls For the DarIlnpa.

The Dime Museum, at the matinee this
afternoon, will distribute dolls to all the
children of the audience. Heaven bless
the little ones, and earth make them happy
as possible
National Republican., 1886-12-25
When MaII Cnn ne ObtaIned.

The several stations OF the city postolllce
will be kept open to-day and New YEARS.
day until noon. The collections for the af-
ternoon will be the same as usually made
on Sunday. The carriers window will be
open from 8 to 7p.m
National Republican., 1886-12-25
Considerate Clerks.

The messengers and laborers Of the east
ern section record and pension division,
surgeon generals office, each received a
well filled purse as Christmas Offering
from the clerks in that section.
National Republican., 1886-12-25

A curtain in 1o47 Seventh street yester-
day morning caught fire from a stove, and
sos damages resulted. A woodshed Oh the
Gales estate in the county was destroyed by
FIRE at 1880 O'Clock yesterday morning.
National Republican., 1886-12-25

The Surveyor Generalship of Louisiana.
1t is authorltatlvely stated that no action
will be taken by the President in the matter
of the appointment OF successor to Sur
veyor General Ledbetter, of Louisiana, de-
ceased, until after the holidays.
National Republican., 1886-12-25
Christmas is Coming! J!

The number Of ladies who have
thronged our house during the
past week and availed them-
selves of our timely and season
able reduction Of TEN PER GENT
on all purchases of boys and
children g clothing, attest strong
ly the popularity o. our methods.
They were loud in their a1mira-
tion of the beautiful styles and
odd conceits to be found in our
matchless stock. The pleasure
we derive from the happiness to
which we contributed, and which
they took pains to sh wv, amply
recompenses us for the loss we
sustain financially, through our
great reduction of TEN PER
GENT from marked prices on all
boys and ohildren's clothing.
In our mems department. our
strong point is our Superb Stock
Of Overcoats. We have only
space enough left to refer to two
kinds in four colors. One is "a
West Of England Jersey in
brown and blue; both warranted
fast; lined throughout with the
finest satin; reduced from $50
to $23. The other is a Chinchilla
Beaver in gray and brown, also
lined, both simply elegant;
reduced from s25 to $40. If you
need an overcoat don't delay as
these are going rapidly.
National Republican., 1886-12-25
aInIr Pennla

Who fail to find relief from medicine and doc.
tors finally go the Turkish baths at 9O3 E street,
which never fails to cure.
National Republican., 1886-12-25
The snre nnrpInrs SAFE

you want quiet place 10 dine, read your
paper, and enjoy good meal go to Morgan's,
D3A ID street.
National Republican., 1886-12-25

GO To LTBBEY's, $40 Ninth street northwest,
for solid sllverware at sl.S5 per pennyweight;
plated silyerware in butter dishes, knives
spoons forks, cups, ladies, &c.
National Republican., 1886-12-25
DIED.

JONES.-CHARLEs II. JONES. son OF the late
DR.. J. J. Jones, Friday, Dec. "a 1885, at $3.50 p.
IN.
Funeral Sunday. from Waugh NJ. +. Church,
corner OF Third and A streets northeast.
MOORE-on the morning Of Dec %, 1896,
WILLIAM WALKER MOORE, in the Sith year of
his age.
The funeral will take place from his late
residence Saturday next at II o'clock. Z"
JOYCE.-KATIE DARLING JOYCE, aged 10
years, eldest daughter of John A. and Katie
NJ. Joyce, died at O'Clock y. M, I'D instant,
Funeral service at Oak Hill chapel, West
Washington, at 1 o'clock p. m. saturday,
Christmas Day.
National Republican., 1886-12-25

J. JAY Gown, No. 42l Ninth street-Tree
Toys, X.mas Cards, Broom Holders, Tissue and
Fancy PnpCrs
National Republican., 1886-12-25
N1RRIED.

ANDERso oN-wAsHINGToN.--I Baltimore.
Nd, at the NJ. T.. Parsonage, l22 Exeter street,
by the Rev. Joel Brown, pastor, MIR JEROME
ANDERSON, of Baltimore, and Miss FANNIE
WASHINGTON, of Washington, d. q.
National Republican., 1886-12-25
Two small FIrca.

Mr.. ]. scHRADER, No. II German street, Bal
tlmorc, Md. "bclievcs In Salvation Oil for
rheumatismu
National Republican., 1886-12-25
EXPLOSION AT SIG f ST.
EXECUTOR's CONSIGNMENT SALE
OF FINE CLOTHING.

In order to settle the estate within ten days
our stock mustgo Bring this price
.. list and be convinced.
Men ATWOOD overcoats, 50, worth SIS or
money refunded.
Mems Fine overcoats, $3.50. worth els or
money refunded
Mems Fine All-wool oyercoats, $40, actual
value s22 or money refunded.
Satin and Silk-Lined OYerCoats, Sl3.60, worth
$50 or money refunded.
Mems Suits S3.75, 81, and S5.
All-Wool Suits, $3.50, 80, 81, $3.50, and IS.
each garment worth three times the amount or
money refunded.
Boys oyercoats from l2. to II years, si.s7.
1925. So 10, and So.
Nien's Fine Dress Suits, Prince Alberts and
Cntdways fol, only sl2 aud $40; worth $50 or
money refunded,
Remember, this sale for ten days only. Come
early.
rs. Our doors will be open at 0 this morning.
SIG f Street N. w.
(opp. U, 8. Patent Ofiioe), bet. sth and 9th 81.
National Republican., 1886-12-25

7EEIIFVI WIN ~ w IL VIIV1'NI''
Christmas will be celebrated at the Me-
tropolitan A. NJ T., Church Sunday evening
at 1870 o'clock, by service Of song, under
the direction of Prof. j. 7. Layton. Special
music has been prepared for the occasion.
The Osceola times., 1886-01-02

CAMDEN, this state, had blaze
on the night of the 9th which de-
siroyed eight buildings. Shooting
of fire works did the work.