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Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
Lack of Employment.

The fact of Annapolis being deficient
in manufacturing and industrial estab
lishments, will be seriously felt this win
ter by our laboring class, and many of
our mechanics aud laboring men are look
ing around IN the search for employment
elsewhere during the dull season here In
the spring, summer and early fall there
is an abundance Of outdoor work afr rd
ed, but when the rigors Of winter st in,
with the increased expenditure for fuei
and other seasonable comforts,ssall this is
at an end and four or five months of en-
forced ideness stare the mechanic and
the laborer in the face, unless he is for
tunate enough to End job elsewhere in
some more favored Locality than ADnapo-
lis in this particular respect With mann
featuring establishments located here, all
this would be at once changed, and stea.
dy employment afforded our laboring
people all the year round.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
Magistrates Case S.

Capt. Howard. of the oyster steamer
Gov. McLaue, this morning arrested Cap.
tain Martin McDonough, of the pungy
John A. Ford, for dredging on the Three
Sisters bar. He was brought in by Capt.
jeff ID. Loker, Of the Gov. Thomas, and
carried before Justice Gassaway, who
committed him to Jail for hearing on
Monday. Capt. Howard at the same time
arrested Captain Joseph Kane, of the
schooner Robert J. McAlister, of Balti-
more; who was also committed TO Jail for
hearing on Monday
Richard Brashears, of the Second dis
trict, was arrested by Officer Small for
assault upon Abram Primers, and carried
before Justice Basil and fined SO GO and
costs.
Robt. Lee, colored, was also arrested by
Officer Small for obtaining money under
false preteuses from Lemuel X Tayl Tor,
aud was committed to Jail BY Justice
Basil for hearing on Monday.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01

Whilst an editor can cat as much
Thanksgiving turkey. smoke as much
Durham" aud use as much question:
bic language as any one. there are two
things which cannot be predicted Of him.
namely, omniscience aud ubiquity lie
can't know everything as much IS he
may think lie knows il ALL" and he
can't be everywhere as much as he wonld
like to flaunt his speedy pbysiognomy
prom'scuously around Therefore, if
some good. reliable ant Kindly disposed
person in The adjoining districts will send
us notes or correspondence concerning
the local happenings OF their neighbor
hood, Qor which we would be under
many obligaticns,) it will spare US the
pains of drawing on our Imagination for
news, which to say the least is very unsat-
isfactory, since we cannot imagine every
thing and we caunot imagine correctly all
we do imagine, So send us the news,
friends
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
Now is the Time.

The holiday season is approaching and
the sagacious and enferprising viii take
advantage of il. Presents thisyear prom
ise 10 run into channels of usefulness as
well as ornamentation and amusement.
This is the age of the practical aud SEN
sible. as we'll as Of the sentimental, and
substantial gifts will enhance the happi-
ness of relative aud friends. The presents,
therefore, viii be as varied as tue tastes
and needs of the different kinds of peo-
pie. and hence all good stocks will be ex-
pldTed, aud explored carefully, beforethe
great holiday arrives.
What have heretofore been regarded
as purely holiday goods viii. therefofe.
not entirely satisfy the popular DE
mand. All stocks of useful goods. wares
and mtchandise should, therefore, be
brought 10 the attention az buyers. or
course. il will nOt be proper 10 adver ise
poor goods. but well assorted stocks may
be adyantageouslY announced, and only
such does the CAAITAL invite u its col
umns.
These winter days tie columns OF ihe
pnblic's fayoTite Journal will be scantTd
and commented upon in the comfortable
homes Of The city aud notes made ~ the
places deemed most desirable for pUTchas-
60. The family circle. during the leisure
hours, is the spot the advertiser wishes t.
reach. and the CART L is the best med
ium through which 10 effect that purpose.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
ST. JOHNS COLLEGE.
Beautiful Observation-Disclosures Applause
Entertainment in aid of Fund For
Rebuilding the College Boat
House.

One Of the most delightful entertain.
menis ever given in ANNAPOLIS was NJ
iorded to a large and appreciatiye audience
last night In Mcdowell Hall, ct. Johns
College.
stage had been erected In the Hall.
before which was hung as drop scene
that ancient and time worn curtain, that
for may years had greeted ABnapolitans
in the Opera House. But when the cur
tain arose, the beauties Of the scene pre-
scented as tableaux cannot adequately be
described by paper and ink. Such grace
such lovelinessl such dresses as far
transcend powers of description. 1t seems
hardly creditRble that our ancient city
has so many surprisingly fair women as
were seen last night at Mcdowell Hall.
The scenery was also most effective and
greatly added to the success Of the enter
ta;nment. Where all passed of So well.
IL Is somewhat invidious IN remark upon
any particular tableaux.
Faith upheld by Virtues was a charm
ing conception of artistic taste. and the
audience would have liked TO look upon
il for a much longer period than was
permitted. Misses Isabel Claude, A.
Handy, j. Macfarlane, NJ. IglehaTt,
llabersham. Il. Magruder. Tuck took
part 10 this.
Lalla Rookh was much and deservcdly
appiaudcd The costumes were excellent
in their oriental spleudsr, aud the posing
Of the whole scene was perfect
Miss X Murray In the tableau Yes or
No" aud Miss Isabel Claude as Nydia,
the Blind Girl Of POmpeii, were much
admired.
The quaint dresses In the rural tablcsu
Of Courtship. Miss Tuck and Mr.. A. l..
Ewing, were very PLEASING This little
scene deserves praise. Maud Muller
Miss A. Handy and Mr.. Ramsburg-also
elected much commentator.
Broken Vows Misses s. Claude, j.
Maciarlane. Mr.. NJ +. Johnston. Expec
taiion-Niss A. Iglehart. Mr.. Noble
Spinning Scene-Miss Murray, Miss Hab-
ersham. Mr.. Nj. T. Johnston. Pygmalion
and Galatea-Aliss Claude and Ar No
ble-weIe all extremely pretty and called
forth many flattering remarks from the
audience.
Readings were given by Mrs. Reid,
wife of DIR. Reid, Of st. Johns College;
by Mrs. Sherwood aud by Rev f. M.
Kirkus, which did much tn increase the
interest of the audience
Two songs by Miss A. Walton, and the
singing of the College G 'ee Club. though
mentioned last, were by no means the
least important feature of the program,
for they received loud and repeated en-
chores.
The whole arrangement of this heauti
ful entertainment was the work of Mrs.
Fell, the wife of President Fell, and far
surpassed all entertainments ever witness
ed at this time honored seat of learning.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
Local Chit-Chat.

No more politics until the council cleo
lion.
Annapolis wants more industries to give
10 life.
The price of wheat and -four is on the
decnne
Ina few more weeks it will be Christ
mas gift T.
The farmer has about closed down on
bot door work.
Let al settle down to business and all
who can settle up.
SoHg of the election bet loser. Il II new
er bet any more"
At'er every election one side crows aud
The other eats crow.
The small boy is now hunting up and
polishing his skates.
The holidays are rapidly approaching.
bud the little ones are glad.
The goose-bone prophet says the COM
BOG wiutcr will be hard one.
However bad a mans credit may be yet
be eau always borrow trouble
Now is the time to put your ice houses
In condition for the coming season.
a
be asks prstly young girl to marry
Dim.
Divorces would be unknown If there
was as much counting after marriage as
Before.
Eggs are not as plenty just now as the
consumer would like 10 see, aud prices
range hieh.
Ard nov the great aud perplexing ques-
Hon of the day as: Who will be our next
h ,stmast p
Now is good time TO prepare to do
e)mething Tor the worthy poor during
|tle coming winter.
The puckerish persinmon is getting
me low and toOthsume under the ittluencc
'of these frosty nights,
1t is predicted hy tue knowing ones
that the tramp crop will be an unusually
large one the coming winter.
Send your children to school re- ularly.
There Is nothing 30 injurious 10 their
Progress as irregular attendance.
The interval between sunrise and sun
tet has been greatly contracted, aud the
days will soon be al their shortest.
Dame Rumor has il that several Of our
Ihir maids will be led blushing brides TO
the altar Il hymen during tue approach
lng holidays.
Sadly add Silently the political poles,
pissed With 50 much p0mp and biuster a
Iew months ago. ale now being leveled TO
BE earth
The tey shops are already beginning 10
70 out great argsy Of new and Ingenious
DechanieSl toys aud novelties, In antici-
alion Of the holidays
That greatest II all toothsome diet at
bis season of the year, the buckwhest
axe, now regularly makes its appear
nee upon the breakfast table of all good
housewives
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
DOES 1T PAY p

Three fourths of our people are troubled
with Dyspepsia or Liver Complaint In
some form or other, which by nature of
the disease has depressing influence on
the mind or body, preventing them from
thinking or acting clearly in any matter
of Importance. Indigestion, coming up of
food after eating, dyspepsis, sick head
ache, acidity of the stomach or any de-
rang ement Of the stomach or liver upon
which the whole action of our system de
pends) are speedily and effectually over
come by the use of Green's August Flow
or. Fire most stubborn cases have yield d
to its influence, as thousands of letters re-
ceiyed viii testify. The immense sale OF
this medicine Is anQther. guarantee of Its
m srits. lover a million and half. bottles
sold last year, So we ask. viii il. pay TO
suffer from any of the above diseases
when you can have immediate relief in
the August Flower. Three doses will
prove its worth. 1t is sold by ali drug
gists and general dealers in all parts of
the worlh
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
The Naval Academy.

The President OF the Naval War Col
lege, Captain A. t. Mahau, has consen
ted to the delivery of some OF the lesture:
belonging to the War College course be
fore the Naval Institute at Annapolis
BY direction of the Board of Control
invitations have been issued TO the mem
bers eff the institute and others interest
ed to 9 series of lectures TO be delivered
by CommanderP F. Harrington on the
Ram as a Naval Weapon" The
lectures will take place in the Institute
Hall Of the Naval Academy on Friday
evenings. The Superintendent has given
permission to the cadets of the first class
tC attend the lectures.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01

The directors of this road have a true
idea of business. To encourage the cree
ton of suburban homes, hotels and fac
tories near its lire the directors offer half
current freight rates for transportation
over the line, of building materials for
dwellings. hotels or factories within one
half mile of the railroad half rate trans
portation for woTkmen during the time
hey are engaged in erecting such struc.
lures; first occupants travelling TO take po-
session of dwellings erected under these
terms transportation free over the line
and their household effects at half rates;
monthly tickets at price not to exceed
one cent per mile, and quarterly tickets
not to exceed quarters of cent per
mile; increased train aud station facilities
as rapidly as the growth of The population
will justify. La all cases regular freight
rates will be charged until the completion
OF the work, when upon presentation Of
properly receipted freight bills, refund
ment OF 90 per cent. of tie amount Of this
cofnpahS'A charges will Be made.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
A Woman,s Discovery

Another wonderful discovery has
been made and that too by a lady in
this country. Disease fastened its clutch
es upon her and for seven years she with
stood its severest tests, but her vital or
gaDs were. undeTminded and death SEEM
ed imminent. For three months she
coughed necessarily and could not sleey.
She bought of US bottle OF DR.. King
New Discovery for Consu nption and was
so much relieved en- taking first dose
that she slept all nie ht and with one bot
tie has been .4niraculously cured. Her
name is Mrs. Luther Lutz Thus write
w. G. Hanrick & Co. of Shelby, n. c.
Get a. free trial bottle at j Walter Hodg-
es s. CO., Drug Storere.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
Disappointed Lumberman.

\ few days ago party of Baltimore
lumbermen, upon The representation of
some gentlemen on the North Severn, con-
tcmplated starting steam saw mill for
the purpose Of converting large tract of
timber land into lumber. Yesterday one
OF the party visited the timber land for
the purpose of prospecting the location
of their mill, and was greatly disappoint-
Der. Upon reaching Annapolis after his
trip of inspection he expressed himself
very freely and was fully convinced there
was no need Of a steam saw mill In that
section Of Anne Afhndel,
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
RRIEF MENrIoN.

George Ii. Morrow, of Baltimore. has
|ecn awarded. by the Navy Department,
BE- contract TO build a boat house ST the
\ laval Academy, at a cost of 50, 324.
The Sunday afternoon gospel temper
pee meetings which bad been disc0n
|nued for some time past, will be resumed
p-morrow afternoon al half past four at
Pc Salvation Army Barracks
Mr.. Ralph Martin had his left hand cut
pen with circular saM while saving
bod at his fathers wood yard yesterday
flernoon. Dr. Worlhingt0n dressed the
|ouud.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
business Failures.

The business failures occurring through
out the country during the last seven
days. as reported TO r. G. Dun s. Co.,
the mercantile agency. up TO yesterday.
by telegraph. number, for the United
States, col, and for Canada, 81. or total
Of 232 as compared with total Of 296 last
week, aud 237 the week previous to the
last For the corresponding week of last
year the figures were pa. made up OF 215
failures in the United States and 30 in
Canada.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
Facts. Fun. and Fancy.

Never suppose that in any possible sit
uation or nnder any circumstances 1t is
better for you to do dishonorable thing.
All things are for the best" and that
is probably the reason why the real hard
up man never gets anything.
"Csn young man marry comfortably
on $500 year," asks correspondent. :
Yes. he can; but he will be ducedly un-
comfortable afterwarl.
1t is said there are now six differ
ent painless methods of extracting teeth,
but no one of them has ever been known
to fool fellow more than once.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
Age Of Sunday Schools.

Broadway Baptist Sunday School in
Baltimore claims to be the oldest one in
the United States, started by Mr.. Healcy
in 1897 Though it was not regularly or
ganized until 1904, and has continued un'
interruptedly ever since. The first Sunday
School in the world. was established al
Gloucester, England, in 1882, and the
Episcopolians of Philadelphia organized
one in March 1901. Robert Raikes, how
ever. is justly styled the founder of Sun
day Schools.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
Nearing the End.

We have now entered upon the last
month of the year 1888, and We shall soon
be upon the brink of new year, and tho
maiden's leap-year privilege will soon
vanish. Now or never is the time to
choose. Whether marriage be failure
or not. there are no two opinions concern
ing spinsteIhood.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
Guns to Lay Out the Pirates.

Secretary Whitney says that enough
guns ito blow up the Chesapeake had
been loaned to Maryland. He would not
say how many were loaned, but that the
guns would be delivered to the Governor
in a day or so, at Annapolis. They are
twelve Founders, and some of the officials
at the Navy Department say that they
understand that twelve of these guns will
be loaned. Others say that there will be
only two of them obtained.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
Should BE No SUFFERING.

y hard winter is predicted, but with
the big crops and general abundance of
everJ thing this year. there shouldn't be
much suffering. In the country the cider
and apple crop has been safely stored,
aud there is going 10 be lots Of solid COM
fort around the rural firesides, let the
wiGds howl as they may. But, all the
same, do not forget the poor, who are
without comforts.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
Improve the Long winter Niehts.

The long winter nights are now past
la turn We have .ong evenings, and these
evenings. when not occupied by regular
duties. should be spent in some way that
will give rich returns. 1t is a sad fact
that 50 many young people are spending
their evenings in public places, shops,
street cornerS-only to their future loss,
engaging in conversation that neither ele-
Yates nor edities humanity. but on the
contrary has very immoral tendency.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
A Verdict Unanimous.

w. d. Suit, Druggist, Bippus, Ind,
testifies; Il can recommend Electric Bit
ters as the very best remedy. Every bot
tie sold has given relief in every case.
One man took six bottles, and was cured
or Rheumatism of 10 years Standing
Abr. ham Hare, druggist, Belyille, Ohio
atarRs: "The best selling medicine |
have ever handled in my 20 years exper.
fence, is, Electric Bitters. Thousands
of others have added their testimony, SO
that the verdict is unanimous that Elec.
trio Bitters do cure all diseases of the
Liver, Kidaeys or Blood. Only a hall
dollar bottle at j. Walter Hodges 81 Co
Drug Store.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
1t Looks Like Business.

The Annapolis Electric Light Company
has purchased lot of ground adjoining
the depot of the A & b. Short Line Rail-
road. from Drs. IClaude and Handy, for
fifteen hundred dollars, upon which they
propose erecting their plant to supply the
city with electric lamps.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01

Does the most perfect work of any Laundry in
the country No potash or chemicals used in
cleansing and bleaching clothing. The finest
fabrics done up without blemish. Gentle
mems and Ladies' linen speciality. Satisfac-
ton guaranteed or no charge. Linen received
on Mondays and Tuesdays and returned the
end Of the week. For information apply to
AT l. Fl. Rebns. corner Market Sc and
Main street. lf3f,
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
Shortening DAVIS.

The shortest days of the year are gradu-
ally drawing upon us. Though short now,
especially the afternoons, daylight will be
curiailed still further until the 21st of
December, when, after standstill of
some days, 1t will again begin 10 lengtheu.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
NOTICE TO SUBSCRIBERS.

Owing to the large and constantly in
creAsing circulation of THE CAPITAL, our
collector finds it impossible 10 make his
circuit to more than half the subscribers
90 the f"st Of the month. Therefore he
will continue his collection on Monday.
Il Is t, be hoped all who are indebted for
Subscription will be ready TO respond.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
Runaway and smash up.

The horse and carriage of Mrs Dor
sey's near Brownsville was demolished in
runaway yesterday. Mrs Dorsey was
thrown from her carriage and sustain, d
very serious injuries She was attended
by DR. Hammond of Brownsville
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
LOCAL. News.
THE WEATHER TO-DAY.

WAsnNaToN, December /, 3 p. NJ
For the District OF Columbia, Maryland
Delaware aud Virginia, light rain, sta.
iionary temperature; northwesterly winds.
Thermometer at THE CAPITAL office
at noon to-day stood 500
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
First M. e. Church.

Sentimental services will be held in
this church to. morrow morning at eleven
O'Clock. In the evening the pastor will
preach on the subject, Two Kinds of
Sorrow
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
To Repeat Hi. sermon.

Rev Robert II. Williams has been re
qucsted TO repeat the sermon he delivered
in the First 81. Il. Church on Thanksgiv-
ing day. and he has consented to do so, in
the Presbyterian Church on TO morrow
morning at III o'clock All are cordially
invited
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
Bucklcn,s Arnica salye.

The best salve in the world for Cuts
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Fever
Sores, letter. Chapped Hands, Chilblains,
!Corns and all Skin Eruptious, and posi-
lively cures Piles. or no pay required. 1t
Is guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction,
or money refunded Price IS cents per
box. For sale by j. Walter Hodges s. 90
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
Died from rs Tniurles.

The young child of Mrs. Gable that
was burnt some time ago, from playing
with matches, died last night at the resi-
dence of Mr.. Geo. King, Carroll street.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
The Earest of Combinations.

True delicacy of flavor with true eff
cacy Of action has been attained in the
famous California liquid fruit remedy
Syrup of Figs lis pleasant taste and benc-
fetal effects have rendered il immensely
popular. 1t cleanses the System. cures
costiveness, etc. For sale By w Hold
yes e Co. City Drug Store.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
On the Sick List.

Miss Margaret Pritchard, is confined to
her home, Maryland avenue, with pneu.
monia Her brother died week ago
Mr.. Clarence Dawes is seriously i'll at
Port Tobacco, where he is at work.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01

Scrofula is one of the most fatal among
the scourgcs which afIiict mankind. =
Chronic sores, cancerous humors. ema-
citation and consumption are the result Of
scrolula. Ayers Sarsaparilla eradicates
s III ssslss4 d hB iHs Essils tue 0UVd' 'hs
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01

A year or two after he became Presi-
dent Abraham Lincoln said of the night
of his election: when / finally babe
my friends good night and left that room
had substantially completed the frame
work of my Cabinet as it now exists .
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01

Il have mislaid the book obtaining
the names Of my patients, >. said pbysi-
clan. That is no serious loss" replied
friend; You can find most OF them on
the mbstones in the cemetery
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01

he campaign, Dan, was nothin vain
=. Our tarig agitation
Has been a school where all might gain
A needed education
Il know. it, sire, like country schools
I've known Ia this one feature,
Before the term was out, the fools
Rose up and bounced the teacher"
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01
TIME TABLES.
Annapolis. w. u. Railroad.
Annapolis. 8 Baltimore short Line II. II.

I'm and after sunday. Nov. 18th isss, pas
euysr trains will leave Annapolis, as follows
LEAVE AsxAPOLfs, ARRIVE i bAidtNohE'
. -. NJ ID GOA n Arrive Att 80 n. m.
81 pa. m. ii.a1 a. IN.
$50 q, IA. Az p N.
,r.vr RktTtwORR ARRIVE Is AENAPOLis.
. &C AZ s85a ~. Arrive gt....a.f0 "A. m.
200 n. m. SIC - m.
" $50 - m. ~ - M
SUNDAY TRAINS.
Leave Annapolis al Z so a. M. ana 800 p NJ
Arrive In Baltimore at 800 a. an. 40 y. IN.
Leave Baltimore at e.35 a. ma, and 80 p. m
Arrive in Annapolis 10 4j a. m, and Gao 2. m.
Freight leaves baltimore at e.30 a. IN.
Annapollsat 3 10 y. IA.
Frcights received and dispatched daily, al
reasonable rates.
&. NJ LEILICH, Gcn'l. Manager.
ALBEIT WEIGH. Sup't
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-01

Thanksgiving day was celebrated by
the Anarchists in Chicago with grand
chorus Of curses and abuses Of society,
liberty, end law Tbey ought to DO
thankful that they are still permitted TO
live