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Los Angeles daily herald., 1888-04-18

LADIES AND GENTLEMEN. lO paint
the lily or add perfume to the violet
would be wasteful extravaganza in
deed, and consequently for me to un-
dertake any sword-painting of this
glorious scene would be simply q
waste of words and time. / shall
not attempt it but shall only make a
| few remarks on the occasion which
calls us together. Before us is an evI-
dence OF the highest civilization,
showing for itself the vast amount Of
labor that has been 1avished upon it,
and all / can do is to congratulate
you on the success which has crowned
| your eff rts. All that is most beauti-
| full in nature has been arranged with
consummate skill-this lighthouse
this fountain OF living waterfall are
indicative of the pace OF progress
of our southern cline. The chief
beauty of our land of freedom is our
home life-a life OF unrestrained lib
erty. We are t a nation OF landed
aristocrats nor pauper tenants, but
living in our natural state blessed
by the refining influences of the high.
est Civilization. The. General con.
| Ciuucu ny CuiOSiLihS tiAO SduOO iO'
which the festival was held and
wished the promoters every success
in their undertaking.
AT the conclusion of General Miles
address the orchestra played an en-
livening refrain, after which General
Fremont was introduced and was
greeted with hearty applause as he
stepped to the front.
GENERAL FREMoNT's ADDRESS.
Excusing himself for being unable
to speak very loudly, the Genera
said that the scene before him real
|ized the picture he had formed in hi
mind regarding the future OF southern
California at the time he first enteI 9,
the State. 81 was accompanied,
continued the speaker, Hby German
botanist, who had had vast expert
| ence in the courts Of Europe, and a
we came down from the mountain
| and first beheld what was before us
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-01-17
THE RETURN OF "ERMINIE.'

Tho most popular opera ever given at the Casino
welcomed Its return last evening to the scene
of It's former trumphs by the largest and most entbu
sastc audience gathered within the walls OF this
place Of entertainment. That Erminio' during her
wanderings has not been forgotten by her New-York
friends was proved IN tho most emphatic manner.
Francis wilson's peculiar course concerning "The
Lady and tho Tiger" had evidently been forgiven, and
tho greeting which he received the heartest pos
sible lie made q witty speech OF acknowledgment
and thanks. Next In popularity to Mr.. Wilson was
Miss Marie Jansen. Whom she camo tho applause
was general and long continued. One Of the faults
sometimes found with Ermnie" Is that too little Is
and heard Of this Javotte Yet, possibly. the
warmth OF her welcome enlivencd Javottc trife too
much, for the oreretta went she became shade
too Partisan and reminded present Of the Javotte
Of Casanova Miss Pauline Hall seems to have lost
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-01-17
suits, would seem to belong to the county COM
TIE SHIPPING CONTENTION

Tho revival of American shipping is one oil
the most urgent issues in American politics.
Il Ia fortunate that the National Convention
meeting this week has chosen Washington Tor
The scene of its labors. The attention OF both
bouscs of Congress and of the leaders of both
nolitical parties will be attracted by this IN
fluenta body OF representatives OF the BOARDS
OF Trade and Chambers of Commerce in leading
American cities. The Shipping and Industrial
League has quietly conducted most elective
agitation of this question Of building up a mcr-
chant marine The chief commercial bodies
of the Nation have gradually become Interested
in it, and the necessity for immediate action IS
now generally recognized The National Con-
yention promises to be an event of very great
importance to American shipping interests
The delegates have not assembled for idle dis
cussion. They have practical measures to pro-
pose and will point out to Congress the precise
legislation that is needed in order that the
American flag may be restored to its rightful
place on the seas.
The convention is expected to favor system
of bounties to American ships-something like
thirty cents to the registered ton for every
thousand miles sailed, and pro rata bounty
for shorter distances The French Govern
mcnt offered in 1881 similar schedule Of
premiums for ten years, and the beneficial
effect is already seen in the increase in the
mercantile steam navy in the colonial and
transatlantic trade. Some measure of this
kind is apparently needed in order to secure
the re-establishmcnt Of a commercial marine,
which was once one of the chief sources OF
national pride That marine has steadily de-
clincd owing to lack Of encouragement from
the National Legislature. In 1875 the pro-
portion of American trade carried in foreign
bottoms was SO; in national bottoms 81. In
1886 the proportions were 1876 and 21.5 re-
spectivcly. showing a rapid reduction in the
American carrying trade, which was already
unprecedentedly low. During the same period
tho proportions for Great Britain rose from 81
to 70 per cent for native bottoms. These facts
call for immediate action on the part Of Con-
gress, if the American flag is to be kept on tho
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-01-17
GENERAL Hustled CONTRADICTED.

Mr.. DEPEw DENIES THE RAPID TRANSIT SCHEMES
CREDITED TO THE NETWORK CENTRAL
An interview with General Hustled at Albany pub
Ished in THE TRIBUNE yesterday tho subject OF rapid
transit in NewYork. In this interview General Hustled
states that Mr. Depew and other men connected with
the New York Central thinking Of building rapid
transit road from the Grand Central station TO the
Battery" Chauncey N. Depew seen at his Office
yesterday by TRIBUNE reporter and asked what
foundation there for General Husteds statements
Mr. Depew. after carefully reading the report, said
"The New-York Central is not contemplating any such
scheme at present Years ago strong pressure
brought upon Commodore Vanderbilt to construct a
rapid transit road from the Grand Central station to the
Battery by way OF Fourtb-ave II proposed that
three roads under his conro-the Hudson Rive road
on the the Harlem road In the centre and the New
Haven road the Sound by increasing their tracks
and trains and augmenting their carrying facilities
would be able in connection with the road from the
Grand Central station to the Battery TO give impetus
development Of property In the Twenty and
Twenty fourth Wards and all section north Of
the city The Commodore became satisfied that the
project feasible and that 1t would eventually prove
financial succ ess; and he announced his Willingness to
build tue road.
a great hornets nest speedily raised about his
IL does not seem TO have come from the press
IN Fourtb-ave. united In desperate opposition. DIR.
WashLurn. DR.. Howard Crosby and other preachers
oped strong dislike It and other prominent citizens
made against rapid transit In Fourthaye.
Was started, anu not desiring to figure man With
an ambition the town all by himself SAID tuat no
did propose to fight all New York and up tue
project We have no intention Of reviving It,"
What do you think OF the proposed tunnel between
the Battery and Commnnipaw
at would be OF no advantage to the Central know
nothing of tie feasibility OF such work"
Tue General also speaks OF the probability OF eRs.
laon for the erection OF two bridges across the Hudson
River from HOboken and the other from Fort
Washington the interest Of the Erie aud the Pennsy
vaua roads What is yeur spulon in regard to them
Mr.. Depew shook his he sd In peculiarly his own
and said: Albany Is the best place know OF for the
erection OF bridges the HUDSON River AT New York
You can them built there paper every winter
When the Legislature Is IN session never knew OF
serious effort to construct them At other time"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-01-17
CHANGE, AT DOCKsTADER's.

DOckstader presented last night programme that
was new from beginning to end. The first part
talned broadly humorous sklt recent breach.
ofpromise case, and the references 10 the initial,
k NJ. o. and lis and Ks,' whose significance Is
now 80 generally understood, greeted with sbun-
dant laughter. "The Orange Grove Wedding proved
to be a capital song and dance act.' "our Mnnie'
parody Ermine,7 introduced much of the pref
test music Of the OPERA and dialogue Frightened
by many local hits and apt satire. Drum Major
Nelson Hadley led the march In truly majestic style
and did wonders In the way Of def and graceful tHr
ings of his baton.
A change In the prOpretOrship of Dockstadcr's was
made yesterday, Frank Sddan selling his interest To
Lewis Dockstader Burt Sheppard and j. c. Grous
Ii IS understood that Mr.. CrO1s, who Is not known 10
have been previously Interested In the management,
furnishes the greater part Of the capital
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-01-17
AREApING BY MR.. WOOLLETT.

1t Is pleasure moro to greet Mr.. Sidney Wool
lett, who brings with him often as he comes upon
our stage the finest influences Of literature artistic
faculties of high and charming order, and most
sympathetic and charming spirit and personal pres
ence Mr. woollett appeared at the Madison square
Theatre yesterday afternoon and gave the first Of
purposed series of poetic rectas which will extend
through the next six weeks. His selection for tho
opening was Tennyson's simple. pictorial, tender and
eloquent narrative poem OF " Enoch Arden
This recital is we'll known one Of
the best Of Mr. Woolett's efforts in eO-
cutionary art. His simple manners and his abso-
utey earnest spirit entirely In accordance with
the poem, and he deeply impressed his hearers-often
moving them to tears Tho effect OF such a use OF
artistic abilities Is in high degree advantageous 10
society. Mr. Woollett not only displays a surprising
memory and talents, but ne is engaged In good
work He had refined and appreciative audlencf
and cordial welcome.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-01-17
INCIDENTS IN SOCIETY.

Early in February amateur performance for pop
uar charity will be given at the Lyceum Theatre Tho
rlay will be adaptation from the French By Miss
Marbury. The characters will be taken by Miss Elsie
de wofe Mrs. W. Fslowes Morgan and Herbert Kelley,
who has consented to play with amateurs.
Mrs. Edward Woolsey, of No. Lexing ave, gave
for Mrs Donald Cameron, OF Pennsylvania, yeser
day afternoon. Miss Sarah Coweu and Miss L sic do
Wolfe recited.
The wedding Of Miss Ada Hoffman Bates daughter Of
Martin Bates, to NewDoDd lie Roy. will take place this
afternoon at 4 o'clock I'm st. Bartholomew Church.
Madison and Forty fourth-st reception viii
follow at the house OF the BRIDES mother, from 43o
until O'Clock.
Mrs. James Harvey Bostwick. formerly Miss Mary
Smith, will receive Tuesdays January and Feb
ruary at No. 12s Fifth-ave.
The second Patrarchs subscription ball of the current
season will take place at Delmonieo's tonight
Mrs. Becker OF No 33l West Fifty eighth-st, gayes
cotllon OF fifty coaples last evening.
Mrs W. ID. Cutting. VI No. Is Vest Fifty seyenhst,
gave dinner last night Covers were laid Tor fourteen
guests
Mrs. Thomas Patton, OF No. Ii West Twenty eoad ST,
gave q reception yesterday afternoon.
Mrs. Bertrand ked, OF No. III Madison ave. will give
leap year dapce for her daughter. Miss Bertha Reid
denaante, on wednesday evening, January 20 Miss
bel" VIII iean the german -.
Mrs ]. Oston Moss, Of No. East Forty eighth ST,
gave small coton last evening About one hundred
guests were present
The Friday Evening Dancing Glass held It's third meet
Ing last Friday night at the Mendelss I'M Glee Cup
ribbon cotiIlon was danced. There fcrU-nvs
couples.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-01-17
BOSTON IDEAL OPERA COMPANY.

II Is long time since Donlzettfs Dau glitter OF tho
Regiment" was heard at the Academy Vi Music and
there were doubtless many who went to the Filth
Avenue Theatre last night filed with pleasant an
tcipations. The name OF the Boston Ideal Opera
Company has always stood for conscientious and fairly
successful cndcavor and oven the most seriously
disposed individuals not always ayerse to light
pabulum, 1t was reasonable expectation that its
performance Of English version Of the tuDefdi old
work would be agreeable diversion. Besides II
to Miss Zee do ussan's operate debut native
city and host Of her friends In the audience TO
give eclat to tho affair
II the cordial manner In which the pGuaDt young
woman received, the enthusiastic recalls after
the second act the wagonload of flowers handed
to her over the footlights TO DC accepted .
criterion, Miss do LussaDs debut eIniuenty sue
cessful 1t must DO confessed, however, that under
agreeable formation. action II was coarse
to the verge OF vugauty, and IT'S res pecable musical
element aIOno Sayeu II from condcmna On Miss do
Lussan has acquired her conception OF what constitutes
humor in singular school, and one that we hope she
Will emabclpate herself IRON without delay for her
own sake. she obviously suffering from cold,
but her singing correct In information and her
execution good IL not brilliant. Manager Foster has
satisfactory chorus which, after Miss dc LUssan Is
the best factor in the company. The tenor, FRANK
Baxter, has light voice OF pleasing quality his BARI
tone. W. IL Clark was decidedly untunehIl last night
and the call for mention on any ground The
opera will be given all week with tho exception Of
Thursday when Martha VIII be gwen With Miss
CarOtta Pnner In the title role.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-01-17
AmnsementA.

ACADEMY OF MUSIC s-Mazum.
bfJoU OPERA tioUsE--S:l5-The Corsair
CAsINo-S-Ermine.
DAYS THEATRE. y Railroad of Lave
DocksTADER's-s:30- Minstrela
EDFN MUsRE-Erdelyf observation-disclosures
GRAND OPERA HoUsE-s-The Two Orphans.
LyCEuN THEATRE-s:15-he Wife
MADISON SQUARE rHEArRE-S:3o--Hea of Hssrta
.NiBLo's GARDENS "A Run Of Luck
STAR THEATRES Check Al
STANDARD IHFArRE-o-Paul Ksuvarsr Anarchy.
THAIIA--S-Possart
UNION sQUARE rHsArRE--S:15-The Henrietta
wALLACK's->:l5-In the Fashion
bTH AvESUe TREATRE-s:S0-The Daughter OF inc heg'
ment
14TH-sr THEATRE--s-Little Pick
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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-01-17

One Of re subjects that Governor Hill did
not see fit to discuss in his message was tho
need of better equipment for the Quarantine
service at this port. If he had discussed it in
a candid spirit he would have been forced to
criticise himself and Governor Cleveland for
their vetoes Of bills making appropriations for
improving the Quarantine facilities This
point the Quarantine Commissioners make
clear in their annual report which was sent
to the Legislature yesterday. They ask for
S244,343 in order to make necessary repairs
and carry on their work effectively. The
bulk of this will be spent on the hospital OF
observation on Hoffman Island, which Is IN
deplorable condition Mr.. Hill will probably
have the opportunity Of signing bill TO
remedy the defects VIGOROUSLY known to exist.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-01-17
MP .TTSTTCE LAMAR.

Mr. Iamars confirmation, which took place
Yesterday has been foreseeD by The TRIBUNE
from the outset of the controversy provoked
by his nomination. This paper took It's STAND
upon principle regardless Of the immediate
result in the Senate, and feels that the response
of the masses of the Republican party through
out the country justifes its course.
We opposed Mr.. Lamars confirmation be-
cause, according to the admissions OF his own
friends he never made living at the bar, and
was grotesauely deficient in professional quail
fcations; because his refusal to vote for reso-
luton declaring, not only that the war amend
ments to the Constitution were sacred. but had
been legally ratified, indicated that he did not
accept them as Judge of the Supreme Court
should accept them; because his record as
leader in the secession conspiracy is stiii so
consistent that only two years ago he angrlly
resented the charge that Jefferson Davis was
a "traitor''; because, silence giving consent,
he has approved the policy OF pollticai muir
ders. midnight whippings, intimidation and
f,aud which are comprised under the name OF
"tbe Mississippi plan" and has received all
his political honors for the past twelve years
at least. by means of these crimes because
he mas SHOWN nllilScli VII SNN''"'
occasions to be utterly lacking in the dignity
and self-control which should characterize
iudge. once knocking a United States Court
officer down in the presence of the judge and
while the court was in session, once plainly
inviting fellow Senator to a duel and once
being restrained only by the Intervention of
friends. according to the unchallenged state
ment of nom partisan observers, from shooting
q fellow-Democratic member of Congress, this
last occurrence taking place only ten years ago.
These were some of our reasons for opposing
Mr. Lamar's confirmation They have seemed
sufficient not only to the Republican press OF
the country, almost without exception, but to
the thinking men of the party everywhere, as
shown in countless resolutions, letters etc.
Some Republican Senators have chosen to take
another view. They are understood to be
Messrs. Riddleberger, Stewart and Stan
ford We believe they have made
a mistake, and that they will live
to see it, and will perhaps find out before
long that their constituents see il also. These
were grounds upon which the Republican party
was bound to oppose Mr.. Lamar, If it had any
faith in its own principles. and the Senator's
should have done so with solid front. Those
we have named seem to have yielded to the
sneers and shrugs of the opposition and have
virtually allowed the Democrats to dictate to
the Republican party. This is poor patriotism
and the worst kind Of politics.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-01-17
ANNOUNCING MRS srRAKosoTS MARRAGs

Mr.. and Mrs. Georg. Kellogg have sent cards to per
sonal and professional friends announcing the mar
riage of their daughter Clara Louise, TO Carl srakoseh
ON November o. 1887. Mrs. strskosch Is leading
ouet domestic life at her pleasant hcme In East
Seventeenth st. She will remain In the city dunag
the rest OF January and then make an extended COP
cert tour through the Eastern states
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-01-17

The Collector throws the responsibility upon
the hackers of the gambler and bookmaker,
namely, " Boss" Power and others. By-and-by
he may learn that the New-York politician
of the Power stamp is not to be implicitly de-
pended on, and that the character Of candi-
date for appointment is always to be looked
into carefully But suspension is not enough
in the Dnkelspiel case. There must be an
end made of the whole matter, and right away,
too,
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-01-17

As has been expected, the commission con-
ktituted by the Legislature of 1886 to consider
the best method of inflicting the death penalty
has reported in favor of electricity as the most
painless and effective agent The commission
was an able one, and its recommendations
will have weight with the Legislature.
Senator Chandler recently introduced bill
to regulate Congressional elections in South
Carolina, Louisiana, Mississippi and Florida.
Yesterday he brought forward a special cleo
ton law for South Carolina, which alters the
existing regulations in that State. The Con-
rtitution authorizes Congress to do this as well
as to make complete regulations Which bill
it will be best to pass is legitimate subject
for discussion That something needs to be
done to prevent the crime OF the suppression
of the negro vote at the South is not open to
debate.
To-nights meeting of the Republican County
Committee, while not likely to be so exciting as
that held a fortnight ago, will be of uncommon
importance The question of rc-enrolmcnt
in the XIIIth District will doubtless arouse an
animated debate, and so may the proposed
amendments to the constitution. These in
y0ye the right of the County Committee to
enforce discipline in the district organizations.
This right seems perfectly clear and the
amendment which definitely authorizes the CEN
trail body to order a rc-enrolment whenever
necessary simply embodies that idea in the
fundamental laws of the committee
Collector Magone has seen light. He adj
mits that he did not know the occupation of
Dinkelspiel when he made him paymaster,
and now that the appointee's true character
has been disclosed he has been suspended.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-01-17
srypIY DANCING IN SUFFERS PARK.

Herman su.rsr who hasa spark" In Harlem. has bess
eftsu allowing sunday evening dances out hs
always until yesterday discharged for lack OF evidence
that he admasion fee On sunday Policeman
McCusksr thirty I've TO 70 and ycstetd0
sulser hold in $500 70 appear for trial
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-01-17

ground during her absence, except with the florists
The little part Of Ccrise gracefully and charmngy
given by Miss Kitty Cbeatham, and this attractive
young lady will not long lack advancement W. g.
DaboII, by far tho best Ravcnncs who took the
part in this country, much commended, although
he carried his nimbe limitations Of Irving 10 excess
at tImcs OF course, Wilson's "dickey bird. song
filed the house with fun. The rhymes about CO m
stocks crusade were Irresistible. II the noted pros
pector OF photographs and astronomer OF tho nude
had been present he could hardly have failed TO grin
with the merry audience.
ErmlnIes seems sure OF another long run In New
York, It has fascinated the laughter loving admir-
OF comic opcrctta nothing OF the kind ever as
cnated them here before, and the Aronsons present
II with every device OF sumptuous and splendid set
ting, the beauty OF restless groupings the glitter OK
gold and gems, tho elaborate scenery the dainty
tunes and he betting company. which have mado
the Casino well-kDOwn throughout the country
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Jnoex 10 ADVERTISEMENTS.
bnsiness Jncss

A MOST ATTRACTIVE WINTER HOME.
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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-01-17

Seventy-fve or more lives are reported lost,
by freezing, in the single blizzard which ragged in
the Northwest last week; and the score may yet
be incomplete. This mode Of death may possibly
be less painful than burning or being crushed In
q railway wreck: and the victims Of this calam-
ity are more widely scattered. geographically,
than those of n shipwreck tornado; but the
pitiful aspect Of the general result is neverthe-
less appalling. That part Of the country in
which this desolation occurred is probably more
subject TO sudden and severe cold waves and to tho