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The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02
The Presidential Election Near at Han

- ne Eiectioh Neur w
The great contest for Executive honors and
its emoluments takes place next Tuesday, No
vember6. Each party is exceedingly active
in its campaign for the supremacy during
the next four years. This grand political
canvass has been an exceptional one. 1t has
not been based upon personal reputation OF
the candidates, but upon pure business prin-
cipes. These characteristics Of the Presi'
dental canvass reflect great credit upon both
parties, who are fighting honorably for all they
are worth to win the Presidency-the coveted
prize. Each party from its standpoint
seems TO be sanguine Of success. From an in
dependent view of the situation 1t appears that
the Republican platform meets the approba-
ton Of the majority OF voters, who are wage
workers.; aud the protection plank, which
meaus high tariff, has the apparent tendency
workmen. On the other hand, the Democratic
platform appears to mean free trade or low
wages, as 1t has that appearance on its face.
The Sackvllle episode will also be the means
of making many votes among the lrish-Amer-
lean voters. This is an independent view of
the political situation as to how it appears at
the present. James Tharp, at SIS street, as
| usual, was interviewed upon this great national
| question. He says 1t matters not especially
to him who receives the honors; he will have
| to pay his taxes no matter who Is President.
| His advice TO tine vanquished is to brace up on
his old Berkeley Rye Whisky which is pre-.
eminently the finest antidUte in the world for
a crushed spirit. 1t binds up the broken
| political heart as good as new.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02
THE TRIENNIAL ASSESSMENT.
Instructions Issued to the Persons Who
VIII Apnrnise PL nnertY.

Instructions Issued to the Persons who
Will Appraise Property.
The following instructions have been
prepared for the persons who are 10
make the tricnnial assessment:
The assessment must be made at the
true value in money This is generally
construed to mean the best Judgment as
to what the property would bring in
cash at forced SllC, or get at the value
from private sales in the same locality,
and take off from twenty to thrty-thrce
per cent, according TO locations. The
law authorizes the board of equalization
to increase but not diminish the total
returns made by the assessors. If n
house is under roof on June l it must
he assessed at its cash value at that
time and entered as unfinished Asses
sors viii be very particular to assess
each house separately, stating whether
IL is brick, stone or frame, and also TO
locate the house Every house to be
assessed by hundreds, and none less than
Sl00 For instance Say lot 10, square
100, has GO feet one brick, 81, 600, on
the cast 30 feet; one frame, $500, on
the next 10 feet; one brick, $1,000,
next 10 feet; vacant west, 30 feet.
Count the number of houses on each
side of the square, before and after as
scssing them, so as to be certain that
you have all, neither more nor less. All
property must he assessed from actual
view Back ground should be assessed
intclligentlv. viz: The north part of A
and all of are sub-dividcd into three
lots: the back ground of A should be
assessed at the same rate as G, although
it may have been at higher or lower
rate than attached to A, owing to the
assessed value on different streets. Park
ing. particularly at corner of avenues,
should he noticed in locating houses in
order to got the building line accurately.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02
AN HISTORIC CONTRAST.
Mason and Slidell VS.. Minister West-The
TNNn Cnses Cnmphred.

Mason and Slidell VS.. Minister West-The
Two Cases Compared.
Editor of the Evening Post: During the war
Commodore Wilkes, In command of an
American mau-of-war, stopped British vessel
on the high seas and took therefrom Mason
and Slidell, two agents Of the Southern Con-
federncy on their way to England. This was
violation of international law OF the most
serious aud aggravating character. IL was
such an act us would have Justified Great
Britain In promptly declaring war against the
United States England Immediately de-
manded the return of Mason and Slidell to the
protection of the British flag.
Inc Administration at Washington asked
Tor weeks time to consider the matter, the
British Government acccded to the request,
aud of course Mason and Slidell were in
proper time restored TO British soil. In the
case OF the present Administration against the
BRUSH Minister ut Washington for writing an
innocent private letter to a citizen, he is SUM
marily dismissed In disgrace in less than half
the time Great Britain granted the United
States in the Mason and Sdel affair
When the election is over-regardless OF its
result--and the American people have re-
sumed their sober second thought, the Ad-
mtnistration and the country will experience n
feeling of disgust at the action of the Govern
ment OF the American Republic for the un-
digniiled manner in which II treated the rep
resentative of great friendly nation for
writing letter which the Administration
thought, perhaps, might influence lew Irish
votes.
Has the dignity and self-respect of the
American Nation been surrendered to the
caprices of the Irish-American yoter'S 1t be-
gins TO have that appearance. FAIR PLAY.
Washington, Nov. g
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02
south Washington Republieans.

st the regular meeting Of the Harrison and
Morton Club of South Washington, held last
night, there was a good attendance. The
committee who had charge of looking up
voters reported effective work done since the
last meeting. Thirty-one members of the club.
who are voters In the States, will leave here on
Saturday and Sunday nights. Several mem
bcrs were selected to visit two Congressional
districts in Maryland ana one in Virginia OH
election day to give any assistance required.
The meeting being the last one prior to cleo
ton, the club was then invited by the presi.
dent to his house where they found tempt
ing lunch prepared for them A vote OF
thanks was unanimously returned.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02
Georgetown Notes.

The Georgetown Citizens Association will
hold its regular monthly meeting tonight at
Association Hall.
The canal is open to navigation again and
the following boats arrived to-day: Victor l..
Baughmau, thirty-ive tons of hay, and the
Maryland, 1000 bushels Of wheat, consigned
to g, T. Dunlop. The David Knode, 1000
bushels of wheat the II undtop, $50 barre Is of
cement, and the schooner Lizzie Reagan, from
Alexandria, with 200 bushels Of wheat, CON
signed to ]. G. and j. NJ. Waters.
Last night the store of John Leech, 1896
Water street, was robbed of 100 cigars and
some cigarettes, valued at ST. The thief is
supposed to have secreted himself in the build
ing.
Mary Williams and Richard Williams were
arrested last night by Officer Sutherland on
complaint of William jackson, who resides on
farm outside of Georgetown, who charges
them with stealing some furniture from him.
William Calhoun was arrested last night by
Officer WEIGH, charged with profanity.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02
TWO AND A.HALF PER CENT.
The Pennsylvania Railroad Company De-
Clares n Dividend.

clares n Dividend,
The Pennsylvania Railway directors
in special meeting yesterday, voted a divi-
dend of two and half per cent. to the
shareholders. This is the same as was
declared last May, making q five per
cent dividend for the year. The divi-
dend paid during 1887 was five and
half per cent, one half of Que per cent.
having been declared last November, as
an extra dividend.
The earnings this year are but little
behind those of last year, and the fixed
charges are about the same. Last year,
however, was an unusually good one,
and after paying 8 per cent. in dividends
and paying S723, 900 In settlement of sun
dry claims, and 81, 240, 900 for improve
ments, there was carried to the credit of
profit and loss 81 1888, 900. The Western
lines showed a net profit of 81, 21S,0O0
Thus far they are about $500, 900 behind.
The capital stock is about SS,0O0,000
greater than It was last fall, making that
much more upon which dividends must
be paid.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02

stores and examine the Intensive line of pic
lures he carries in all grades. Etchngs, En-.
cravings, Photos, Artotypes, Water Colurs and
Pastel Paintings. sc. Neerhon has the largest
this city, his work Is always done In the best
manner and at reasonable prices. His stores
are at 0l6 and All Seventh street and 1921
Pennsylvania avenue. At the Avenue store can
he found full line of artists materials studies,
Easels, &C., and the sole agency Of the "Soule
Photo Co." for the District. Call and examine
the catalogue Ask for Albums.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02
SEEKING KIDD'S TREASURES.
A Providence Man Finds II Kettle Full o
SilNnr Inin

A Providence Man Finds II Kettle Full of
Silver Coin.
A Providence dispatch says: james NJ.
Eddy, who has been digging for Capt.
Kidd's treasure, finding an iron kettle
full of sparkling silver coins on the beach
adjoining his farm, opposite the summer
resort Westport, arrived Mt his home IN
JOhnstown yesterday with his wealth.
lie denies that his grandfather ever had
anything TO do with pirates or that his
father ever told him OF the buried
treasure.
Eddy said that two years ago he be-
came the pOsSesSOr of u piece of parch-
mcnt that apparently had served as n
drum head, and which had been converted
into chart purpOrtng to describe the
location of three lots of buried gold,
silver and other valuablcs cached by u
pirate many years ago The lines were
drawn as though with a shnrpened stick.
On the chart were three points designat-
ing the burial places of the wealth. The
starting place was a rock ON Horse Neck
point, wild piece of land.
When this parchment was found Eddy
was confident it was II valuable docu-
mcnt. lie determined that no one should
know of his plans, and without imparting
hint of what he was about he began
operations at the place indicated. He
readily found the rock, but his labors
during the summer of 1 SS7 were not re-
wardcd. During the past summer he
continued his labors He proceeded eau
tiou>ly and patiently and worked his way
in the course directed. and last Monday
made the discovery. He declares it will
be an easy matter to find the balance OF
the wealth.
One of the two undiscovered treasures
is stated in the chart to be gold coin
and the other diamonds or jewelry.
The unearthcd treasure, Mr.. Eddy says
will stay where it is until he gets ready to
secure it. The dates on the silver range
from 1 7S1 to SOL, showing that it was
not a part of Capt Kidd's long sought
treasure. Mr.. Eddy will not tell hi,
theory, but says it is II pirate treasure
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02

II Is expected that the iron bridge across
Rock Creek, near Lyons mill-dam, will be
completed by Tuesday of next week. The
bridge is about hundred yards above the end
of Massachusetts, avenue extended. II was
erected by the people who own the adjacent
property, There Is a carriagcway of sufficient
width to admit Of three carriages passing
abreast, and foOtwalks on either side Of the
carragCway.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02

A somewhat touching scene took place in
the City Hall this morning, while Clerk Clancy
administered the necessary oath to Therese
Chaud, who was taking out her first naturali-
zation papers. She could not speak word OF
English, and the oath was administered to her
in her mother tongue. She wept bitterly as
she spoke the words by which she renowned
all allegiance to her native country, and sew
eral times seemed on the point of abandoning
her purpose. She wanted the papers so that
any property she owns shall not revert to this
Government at her death.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02
INC Good Templnr., rnIr.

The Good Templars opened their fair last
evening at the National Rifles Annory under
the most favorable auspices. The armory pre-
scented very attractive appearance, and the
various booths, presided over by fascinating
young ladies, were well patronized. The
crowd was unusually large for an opening
night, and the managers Of the fair felt very
jubilant, 4 little after 10 o'clock dancing
was INDUCED in, and everybody went home
satisfied with the evenings pleasure. The
fair Is success
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02

When the 1870 B. and o. train stopped at
Ivy City last night one of the crowd of jockeys
on board threw stone at one of the brake
men on the train. An unknown man in the
crowd then fired pistol into the crowd, shoot
ing Jockey Charles Crawford in the arm seri-
ously The jockey was brought to Providence
Hospital and the man who fired the shot
escaped
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02
THE EVENING POST.
CITY SPECIALS.

Entries on the evening previous and results
Immediately after each race ut Ivy City, will be
displayed at PETERskN's, 41i-i16 18th street
northwest.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02
Don't Know where Mckee Is.

Mr.. Ofley, of the law firm of Coleman &
Oflley counsel for Mckee in the case Of Ly-
man vs. Mckee, said this morning that Mr..
Mckee, who was recently engaged at the City
Hall on the Choctaw claims case and who has
been ordered by the equity judge to bring
certain moneys into court was not in the city.
1t was stated few days ago that Mckee was
in Canada There was a paragraph in Sun
day paper 10 the effect that Mrs. Rice,
Daughter OF Mckee, had gone to Europe,
where she would be shortly joined by her
f-fgttIrrrfd mother
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02

John Rudden's installmcnt houses, which are
centrally located at $50 and O32 Seventh street
ing outfits lie has the largest stock of stoves,
carpets furniture. ETC., that he has ever kept,
aud is doing an immense business by selling
them at cash prices on the installment plan on
easy weekly or monthly payments.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02

We are not afraid to speak In the strongest
terms Of our Boys aud Children's Clothing, AS
you cannot find their equal, Largest assort-
ment best styles, lowest prices See our s.
Child's suits. ElsEMAS Bros, 9TH and 4.
The only manufacturers in Washington,
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02
Fine Wines and Liquors,

Chr Xanders, 900 seventh street northwest.
The most complete Liquor House and stock in
the city. Fine Old WHISTLES of 1S8S-'70. etc, a
speciality and alwaysc n hand. Direct importa-
tons Of Fenerheerd Bros. and VI. Misas fine
Sherries and Ports, Ayala ~ Co., Chateau day
Champagnes, Cruise & Fills Freres Clarets
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02
THE COURT RECORD.


Saunders vs.. Farnum; verdict for defendant,
Hutchinson vs.. Brown 1T al. Union Paper Co.
vs., sammons; Judgment OF condemnation,
Criminal Court-Justice Montgomery,
James Nichols. assault to rape; verdict guilty.
John Williams, larceny; verdict guilty. james
to James ". Tinker George Fox, rape; placed
on trial.
Court in General Term-The Chief jus
tice, Justices James and Merrick.
Wright VS.. Denning; argued and submitted.
Cox Va Cox.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02

The latest addition to the handsome struc-
lures recently built on + street Is the imposing
building occupied by W. II. HoughtOn " Co. The
growth OF their business cOnpels them to get
In more commodious quarters. They carry
finer goods in their line than has heretofore
been shown In the city. They are exhibiting
some very attractive styles In parlor and bed.
room furniture, etc. Their upholsteres. cur
tans, carpets, wall papers and art furniture Is
admirably selected and shows excellent taste.
Many other novelties and attractive goods, but
space forbids mention. Our readers will do well
to visit this elegant establishment.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02
"AIderney Dairy wagons"

Theater-Goers should call and get stew of
oysters at GEORGE KozEL's, 1927 lith street, be-
fore going home.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02
Real Estate Transfers.

Geroline Mazzoccki to Catherine Scagnelli,
S195s, sublots A, b and c, square $50
Emma j. Carpenter to Mary A. Cooksey,
$4,000, sublot 80, square OF.
G. Il. Henry TO Mary j. Ritchie $500, lots
TO IL, square 754.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02
ANNEXED STORE
MONDAY, Nov 5

Woodward & Lothrop beg
to announce to their CUSTOM
ers and friends that they will
open their new store, recently
annexed and connected with
the main store by a large
archway, on Monday, Novem-
Der S.
Nineteen months ago we
moved into our present ele-
giant store, and thought we
had sufficient room for many
years to come.
The first years business convinced us, how
ever, that very soon our steadily increasing
patronage would require larger and better ac-
commodatons, which we have fortunately OBJ
tanned in the property Immediately adjoining
on f street, owned and occupied by William
Prince as dycing and cleaning establishment,
he removing to No 603 sixth street northwest,
and leasing us his building, which we have re
modelled and improved In the most substantial
manner, the work being done under the direc-
ton and supervision of Mr.. Chas. Edmonston.
By courtesy of Mr.. CAL
deron Carlisle, the owner of
the main store, we have con-
nected the adjoining building
by a handsome archway, thus
adding $500 square feet to
our first floor.
The ceilings and walls have been handsomely
decorated by Emmert s. Quarterly, and we con.
fdently invite your inspection and criticism,
believing we have the handsomest and best
lighted store in Washington. s
We invite attention to some
Of the principles upon which
we established our business
in 1880, viz:
FIRsT-.To sell only such goods as have an in
trinsic value.
| SECOND-To have ''one price only" and no
| deviation whatever.
THIRD To guarantee that price to be the
lowest for which equal qualities can be bought
In the United States.
FOURTH-To refund the money for all goods
returned in the condition bought.
We shall locate in our new
store the Silks, Dress Goods,
Black Goods, Velvets and
Pushes, that they may be
seen to greater advantage.
The Brlc.a-Brac. Holiday Chinaware. Orna.
| ments and stationery will occupy the space va
Gated by the Dress Goods, Other changes of
minor Importance will be made and the depart
ments arranged with view OF still further
| facilitating the business and increasing the
comfort and convenience of our customers.
WOODWARD & LOTHROP,
Corner IIth and II Streets n. w.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02

Burial permits.have been issued during the
past "a hours by the Health Officer as follows:
Theodoria Bond, So years; Morton l. Wat
kins, Is years; and the following colored:
Malinda Webster, 30 years; Richard Gray, 80
years; Martha Frye, 4 months; Amanda
Davis, 40 years; HStte Gross, months.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02

Nor ouR Tim Sullivan, the popular RESTRAIN.
teur, but John L.. who Is travelling with the
spaniel Boone Company, 1905 Il street.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02
The Monument Snciety.

Tue Washington National Monument So
ciety held their regular monthly meeting yes
terday in the Office Of Architect Clark of the
Capitol Mr., Justice Strong, in the absence
of the first vice-presdent, Senator Sherman,
presided. Among those present were Col.
James G.. Berret, DR.. j, c. yelling, Edward
Clark, DR.. j. NJ Toner, DR.. d b. Clarke and
the secretary, Mr.. lloratio King, The me-
mortal tablet subject was discussed, but final
action deferred until the next meeting. 1t is
expected that the monument lodge building
will be ready for occupancy by the LIST of De-
cember.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02
"Alaerney Dairy wnrons.n

Fresh Attorney butter, churned every morn
ing aud delivered in ID. "Ward" prints, 4Oc
per ID, Also cottage cheese, buttermilk and
sweet milk &c. per a. Cream loo per pt.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02
Convicted OF Larceny.

In the Criminal Court this morning John
Williams, colored, was convicted of the charge
Of stealing gold watch from John A. Berger
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02

Fresh Attorney butter chuned every morn
ing and delivered in n 70 Ward" prints, Zoe
per 10. Also cottage cheese butternilk and
sweet milk, sc. per at. Cream 15c.per at.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02

whitney W, Duncanson; motion for restrain
lille answers extended till December 3, lsSS.
HELEN vs., HELEN; llami ton G. Faut appointed
guardian ad iitem syphaX vs., Cook; clerh di'
rooted 70 retain q oertaln paper I'LL called for.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02

Ladies' Royal Kid Button, Common Sense
and Opera Toe. with Patent-Ieather Tips, SO so
GARTRELL 5, 900 Seventh street.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02

20 TO John II. Kelly. stalls Us go and $50
Centre Market and DOG and Dos Northern Lib
erty. Corned beef a specially.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02

Steamed Oysters are having a big run a
GEORGE koZEL's, 1927 18th street northwest.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02

formerly in the sewing machine business on
9TH street, will he pleased to see his friends
at the Domestic Sewing Machine Office, corner
9Th and II SITS. c. AuerbaCh sole agent.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02

Ask for Il, Schltz's Milwaukee Lager Beer.
For sale by all leading houses
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02
WE'VE GOT EN-, TOO.

Not the jim-jams, but a line
of Elegant House Draperies
from the great Sheriff Sale of
Nicol Collishaw, sold by Top
ping, the Cash Auction House
of New York.
They are consigned to us
by a house that purchased
over $4,000 worth of these
elegant goods, instructing us
to force sales on them and Of
fer the trade of Washington
the greatest treat on Fine
House Draperies ever under
taken by any of cur competi-
tors. The line consists of
Irish Point Lace Curtains,
Point Applique,
Tamboird Fancy Curtains,
BrOseIy, England, Portieres,
SILK Chenille Portiercs,
Plain SILK POr;ierCs,
Plain Silk Curtains,
TurcOnan Poriieres,
BroseIy English Table Covers
SILK Chenille Table Covers,
Persian and Raw'Sllk bordering for
Plush Table Covers.
Now, please bear i'll mind
that these goods are going to
be sold and no fancy prices
attached. It's ont of our line
to handle this very expensive
drapery, and an advance of 10
per cent. will pay us nicely
and save you 80 Is per cent.
In conjunction with this line
we offer
ESQ
ChiIdrcn's NObbs Wraps. in large plaid
and broad Stripes. strictly wool. Ages
A. q, y. roland I2 years. Four years.
coat will cost you Sa.OG; rise 25c on "a
size; Just about zoe on the dollar OF
actual Viilue'
100
| Jersey Jackets. Zine stocIginei, tailor
made, weIt' seams and motel fitting,
| with and without silk braIding. 70
! 81 the thinnest and thc ssOutest. Prices
ALI right,
Black AstTachnm Jackets for Ladies'.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02

Dry and Sweet Catawba, 81 per gallon.
Joseph ID. Donnelly, 18th and street n W.
Is Your Property Insured
II not, consult GumEy BRos., 1919 st. II. W
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02

George Kozel makes speciality of his res
aura mt for ladies. 1927 18th street.
The Evening post. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1888-1889, 1888-11-02

In all kinds and degrees of sprains Salvation
Oil, with rest, will effect a speedy cure.
OF GOO0O,Ol0 American population, it is
said, one.thnd use DIR. Bulls Cough Syrup