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The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1888-05-20

The boxes were placed at$60 all around,
and the bidding began on the premi m
TO be offered over that figure for first
choice. The bids were rapid )" says the
Mirror. They went in Jumps of $50 up
to $500, at which price Mr.. Palmer took
the hrst choice. In doing SO he stepped
forward and said: This box is for a
lady whom everybody in this house will
recognNe--Mrs. John Hoey-who re-
Guested me to bid it in and then have it
resold."
Applause followed this acknowledge
ment,, and then the auction
eer began again. Second choice
was again taken by Mr.. Palmer
tor the sum of $40, announcement
being made that it was for Agnes Ethel.
Box was chosen. Judge Hilton took
box for $3.50, Joseph j. O'Donohue
created considerable applause when he
purchased box 10 for $3.50 and an
nounced that it was for the little child
rem of the Roman Catholic Orphan
Asylum. Robert l.. Cutting took box
II for 5000, Tyson, the speculator
took Lox for $3.50, and little man in
the rear took box Ia for $150. II can't
see YOU" said the auctioneer. "a be
Hummell, came the answer.
James Gordon Bennett was the next
purchaser. He secured box II for $3.50,
u Mrs. Terry bought box Ii for $130,
party by the name of Smith got
box 30 for $105. AL Weber secured box
16 for 500, John L. Ritter paid $75 for
box Is. Mr.. Delmonico paid out $50 for
box 20, Mr.. Rand paid $85 for box 10,
Thomas +. Bardon, the we'll known
old time treasurer OF the house. paid
$50 for box IL, Mrs. William II. Meeker
paid 800 for box 10.
Then follows half column of names
of purchasers who had premiums from
$25 to 500.
At$10 each the remaining boxes were
sold to spectators Mcbride and Tyson.
The total result of the sale added to the
fixed price of $50 each, which amounts
to about 5000, will be $685.. The
average amount realized per box over
the fixed price was $1l5. 1t is believed
by MIR. Palmer that the testimonial
will clear $50, 900.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
The Jig is UP with the Dredgers.

Commander Plowman was in the CITY
Yesterday as fun of fight as a game cock.
lie has received two caunous for his navy
ana viii have seven more In a few days.
WIN these lone on each of his naval
ssesseis--he will 20 down the bay with
hAss lying and drums beating, and knock
any dt,dser into a cooked hat, thai dares
snow his face on any OF the forbidden
grounds. We hope our brave comman-
uel VIII temper his combats with mercy
s ana avoid as far as possible all bloodshed.
= ne 9redgers are an ungodly set, unpfe-
pared Tor sudden taking on.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
For First Place.

A great amount of political engineering
will be done by friends of candidates 10
secure for their man the first place on the
ticket, and the best man will probably
secure the coveted place. Then If in.
dorsed by the majority Of the people. the
election is assured Electric Bitters has
been put to The front. its. merits passed
upon, has been Endorsed, and unimously
given the first place among remedies Pc
culiarly adapted TO the relief and cure
of all Diseases of Kidneys. Liver and
stomach. Electric Bitters. being guaran-
teed, is safe investment. Price soc.
AMI 81 per bottle at j. Walter Hold yes &
Co, Drug Store.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
SENATOR BIAIR's LABOR BILL
A Plan 70 Collect Information and Re-
leve Extreme Distress


ievs Extreme Distress.
Senator Blair has introduced A bin In
the United States Senate providing that
there shall be established by the Presi.
dent, on the recommendation of the com.
missioner of labor. throughout the United
States, in geographical sections which
shall include population of not less
than 100000 nor more than 1000, 0Oc in
habitants, bureaus of information relating
10 employment, occupations, wants,
means of livelihood and homes. Each
bureau is TO consist Of chief and the
clerical force found necessary 10 carry
out the purpose OF the bill. II is made
the duty OF these bureaus TO gather, by
every available means the most complies
and reliable information relative to the
people, the wages, the homes, the oppor.
tunltiss Tor employment, the quality of
lands the climatic and sociologic condi-
tons, the transportation facilities, and 10
general everything relating TO or that may
be Of interest TO working people. Pro-
vision is made for the qualifications at least
once a month OF an abstract giving the In
formation collected, and for the giving
free OF charge OF any Information specifi-
cally asked for by any citizen of the Uni
ted States II Is also made the duty OF
the chiefs Of bureaus 10 make known
throughout their districts instances Of ex-
IRENE poverty, hardship and distress.
without needless exposure OF NAMES OF
parties, and also to report the same TO the
commissioner OF labor. who shall report
such information briefly TO Congress, with
a recommendation Of such means Of re-
lief as may seem to him TO be wise and
necessary. 1t is made the duty of bureaus
OF Information TO make special inquiry In
relation to the condition, wants and ne
cessties of women and children, and to
publish the results of their Investigations
with view TO arousing and directing
charitable or other effort, and thereby Sc
curing employment, homes, education
and such other relief as each case may re.
quire. The President and heads of de
partments ale required to give employ
ment on public works only to American
citizens, aud to give preference in employ.
ment to persons resident in the vicinity
OF the work to be done. The annual
salary OF the chiefs of bureaus is fixed at
So 900, and the limit of annual expendi.
ture of each bureau at $4,000.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

Last evening Pound Party was given
at The residence of Mrs. Williams at
PASSPORT, by number of young ladies
and gentlemen of that thriving village,
aud was highly enjoyed by all present -
After delicious rcpsst, dancing was in
troduced, and . merry round of dances
which, led by excellent music, was en-
tered into and heartily enjoyed by the
youth and beauty assembled. The enter.
tainment altogether was . most pleasant
affair, and at a late hour the guests retired
to their respective homes, delighted with
their evenings enjoyment.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
BRIEF MENTION.

Read Hodges advertisement.
st. JONAS College has poet.
Poultry took quite fall in our market
this morning aud turkeys retailed from
IS to 10 cents
The Presbyterian Church looks well In
its new coat of paint which gives IL .
bright and attractive appearance.
The A. & b. Short Line railroad has
removed its principal Office from Balt:-
more TO Clifford, this county, station on
the line OF the road.
The old Maryland" steamboat which
was one of the earliest steamers on the
Chesapeake bay, and has for some years
been employed as ferry boat Of the New
York aud New Haven railroad, was burnt
to the waters edge yesterday.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

The Gypsy woman who was arrested
on a warrant sworn out by Officer Small,
which has been mentioned in the CAPITAL
had her trial last night before Justice
Basil. After an animated discussion be-
tween Mrs Troit, of Eastport. who was
the victim of the larceny of SIS, the Jus
tiee of the law placed the gypsy, Betsy
Smith by uame, under 500 bail for her
appearance at the Aprilterm of court, it
being out of his jurisdiction to render a
verdict. Much trouble was had in obtain
ing the proper security, and after much
shedding of tears by the woman. it was
obtained in the shape of Charles Pinkney,
a colored citizen of Annapolis, after be
had received 800 in money from mem
Der of the gypsy tribe.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
How He Advertised.

A gentleman, living in small city in
the West, had inherited consumption
from his father, and the doctor told him
he must die. He stopped taking their
weakening Physic and tried DR.. Pierce 8
Golden Medical Discovery. Iu three
months he was strong and we'll The
genileman's neighbors knew how sickly
he formerly was, and asked him to state
in public how he had been cured. He
advertised to lecture on certain evening,
In the public ball, and there was large
audience present. This was his lecture
A picture of himself, before and one af-
ter he tried the remedy, and five empty
bottles of Pierce's Golden Medical Dis.
covery. He said nothing. but convinced
his audience just the same.
It outriyals all DR. Sage's Catarrh
Remedy.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
Republican Clubs.

Some time ego q number of the most
influential Republicans of the city and
county, formed club, with Mr.. VIM. L.
Marcy as President aud a long list of
members Last night another Republican
club was formed Mr.. A. A Sites was
made President, and the usual officers
elected. We have not been able to learn
the number of members admitted. We
hope our Anne Arundel Republican
friends, now that they are victorious
throughout the country, are not preparing
10 engage into an internecine war in I'M
tation OF their Democratic neighbors, and
thus dim the lustre of their glorious ma.
tional victory,
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
Feast Of the immaculate Conception.

The Feast Of the Immaculate Cenceop-
ton was celebrated this morning at 1890
O'Clock in ST. Mary's Catholic Church by
a solemn high mass. The festival is Of
special Importance in the United States,
as the Virgin Mary is regarded as the
patroness of our nation. 1t will continue
nominally for eight days. The annual 40
hours devotion will begin at the church
on to morrow Sunday morning and con
tinue until Tuesday. The devotion is
generally opened aud closed with pro-
cession around the church. During the
festival the altar will be deliberately deco.
rated with flowers and lights. Special
high MASSES will be said in all Catholic
churches on Sunday morning
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

The endorsement of German Syrup is
unparalleled. We win publish 1000 tessi-
mnriais received during the last six
months. Read them. May save your
life.
BURLINGHAM n Y. May 81, So
G G. GREEN. Dear Sir:-I am fire.
quently troubled with severe colds, aud
the only remedy that will relieve me of
them is your Boechce's German Syrup. /
have used 1t for more than twelve years.
Ii Is a constant household companion
with me. Our merchant here produced
il first at my solicitation. and says be has
sold great maay bottles II is a very
popular remedy in this section. Every
person who has used ii speaks ia the
highest terms of its merits do not
know Of a single case ii has moi cured. /
first used 1t in Vermont, where / lived
before coming here. advise everyone
t, use it. as ii is certainly the best cough
medicine have ever known. / have
tried nearly all of them at different times
Yours respectfully. MOSES GRAY.
Proprietor Grist Mill
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

The funeral OF the late Clarence Dawes
whose remains were brought on here last
night from PoIt Tobacco, Charles county,
where he died, will take place from the
First NJ. f. Church tomorrow at clock.
Funeral services By the Rev. DIR. Huntley.
Miss Ella Basil. whose death occurred
at her home in the Second district, on
Friday morning after q lingering illness,
viii be laid to rest in the City Cemetery
70 morrow afternoon. her funeral taking
place from her late residence at 2 ecleck.
Relatives and friends are invited TO attend.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

The Navy Department at Washington
Is making much do about nothing. -
The Secretary of the Navy, with view,
probably, of showing off our naval
strength, has ordered Admiral Luce to
Yantic in fighting trim and go down 10
the puny government of Hayti and de-
mand at the lannon's mouth the immedi-
ate surrender of the American steamer
Haytien Republic recently seized at Port.
an Prince. For details s.e our tele-
graphic columns.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
Their Business booming.

Probably no one thing has cause such a
general revival of trade at J Walter
Hodges 6 Co s. Drug Store as the giving
away TO their customers of so many free
trial bottles of DR.. Kings New Discovery
for Consumption. Their trade is simply
enormous In this very valuable article
from the fact that il always cures and
never disappoints. Coughs. Colds, As
thma, Bronchitis. and all throat and lung
diseases quickly cured. You can test 1t
before buying by getting a trial bottle
free, large size 81 Every bottle warran-
ted.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
Trouble with Electric Light.

The city council or Frederick city. fir
ed with an ambition beyond their reach,
like our own city fathers, substituted
electricity for gas In lighting the streets of
that city, and they are badly sold. AT in
tervals the city is left in darkness by the
failure of the electric works to supply
the necessary Illuminating power, and
Old oil lamps are broughtiuto requisition
until somebody from a distant city is
brought at heavy expense to repair the
machinery.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

One Of the most interesting events in
the December heavens is the approach OF
Venus TO Mars, they being but one degree
apart at the close of the month. Venus
is visible at sunset, her brilliaucy con-
stantiy increasing and seen through n
telescope her beauty is dazzling. The
small ruddy star northeast of her is Mars.
whose waving light pales before Venus
increasing luster. Jupiter after the Slh
will hide his royal head as evening
star. and towards the close of the month
will emerge from bis seclusiOn rs morning
star The last day Of December as Venus
sinks to rest 10 The West, Saturn will rise
in the East The moon fulls on the 18th.
She was in conjunction with Venus on
Wednesday night and with Mars last
night. She viii rnn higher in the heav~
ems than any full moon In the year. The
sue caches the winter solstice on the
2lst when the astropomical winter Will
begin, and the days begin 70 grow longer.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
Lsap Year Closing.

Leap-year confers special privileges
upon the female sex which they often
lose sight of when the year comes around
again -Four years make a vast difference
In young lady's age. Last leap-year she
may have been in her prime, and fiattered
tey everybody, but now her innocense and
beauty may have lost their charms. aud
she might as well recognize the fact that
golden opportunities are glided by to be
met With stern realities. Hurry up, Ia
1les, and DO your proposing. as less than
Tour weeks remain for you TO enjoy this
privilege.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
Rusineaa Failure.

The business failure occurring through
out the country during the last seven
days, as repeated tc X. G. Dun & Co.,
the mercantile agency. reported yes
terday, by telegraph, number, for the
United States, 263. and for Canada, 40,
or total OF 305, as compared with total
of 232 last week, aAd e96 the week pre-
vious 10 the last. For the corresponding
week of last year the figures were 254,
made up of 226 in the United States, and
% In Canada.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

For every variety and phrase Of the
many diseases which attack the air pas
sages of the head, throat, and lungs,
Ayers Cherry Ptctnral will be found a
specific This preparation allays ini1a-
nation, controls the disposition to cough,
and prevents consumption.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
spend Them Profitablx.

The long days are now past. In turn
we have long evenings, and these even
ings, when not occupied by regular du-
ties, should be spent in some way that
will give rich returns. 1t is sad fact that
so many young people are spending their
evenings in public places, shops, street
coTners-only to their future loss, engag-
ing in conversations that neither elevates
nor edifies humanity. but on the contrary
has very immoral tendency.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

AS Sole Agent for John Wanamaker,
of Philadelphia, am now prepared to
exhibit full line of Samples both for the
Custom and Ready made Clothing depart
ments. Your measure taken and goods
made In the best Custom Manner at low
prices and a fit guaranteed or no sale In
the ready made clothing department.
have a full line of samples representing
the stock of Wanamaker, and by the
Wanamaker system of measurement, can
fit all sizes and shapes from the smallest
child to the largest man. Prices are guar
anteed by Wanamaker to be lower than
other establishments-in fact, by has 0scn
guarantee you get all the benefit of per
sonal visit to the house of Wanamaker
itssif. Clerical suits made to order, and
society uniforms furnished on short mo
tice at low prices. F. o. white, Agt
I At the Court House. Annapolis. III
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Co.
will sell cheap excursion tickets between
all ticket stations on its lines, east OF
the Ohio River, on December %, %, "a.
%, 80 and 3lst 1888, aud on January LIST,
1889, good for return passage until jan
uary, Srd, 1889, inclusive.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
Personal Mention.

Little Miss Hanna Eichelberger, of Bal.
timore has been the guest of her little
cousin, Miss Margaret Williams, at the
Presbyterian parsonage.
Miss Anna Duvall, one of the A. A.
county teachers, is at home until Sunday
afternoon.
Miss Nettte b. White of Jessups is the
guest Of friends In town.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

Give me glass of water. please. =
she said to the young man across the Ia
BILE.
Its funny about water" lie replied
slowly. There is air in Il and It the
air is removed fish cannot live in it,"
Il don't care" she exclaimed impa
tiently. I'm not drinking water for fish
TO live in
Then he collapsed beyond recall
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

1t is custom In Philadelphia, says the
Times, to send young ladies to dancing
school up to seventeen or eighteen years
Of age aud then turn them loose into So
ciety to learn how to talk.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

Gen. Seth's electric light company,
which holds contrac' to light our city
with electricity, was on hand yesterday,
viewed the lot selected for their plant,
aud authorized the invitation of propos-
ais for erecting the necessary buildings,
&c
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
Foot Ban.

A contest of foot ball took place this
afternoon between the st. Johns College
and the Naval Academy teams, at the
Academy grounds, aud was witnessed by
large crowd of spectators including
many ladies. There was some excellent
playing on both sides.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
LOCAL News.
THE WEATHER TO-DAY.

WASHINGTON, December 8, 3 z. M
For the District of Columbia, Mary
land Delaware and Virginia.. fair; war
rmer southerly winds.
Thermometer at THE CAPITAL office
at noon to-day stood 400
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

The best salve in the world for Cuts
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rhenm. Fever
Sores. letter. Chapped Hands, Chilblains,
Corns and all Skin Erupti0ns, and posi-
lively cures Piles, or no pay required. Ii
is guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction,
or money refunded. PRICE Is cents per
box. For sale 81 ]. Walter Hodges q Co
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

We are pleased to learn that our An
nspolis Glassworks will resume opera
tons In the course of next week, under
favorable circumstances.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

Young Politician Papa is there any
difference between Bourbon straight
and straight Bourbon
Old Politician-sigh ching: Yes, my son,
there is difference of fifteen or twenty
cents.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
Annapolis & Baltimore short Line R. r..

an and after Sunday, Nov. 18th 1888, pas
engcr trains will leave Annapolis as follows
LEAVE ANNAPOLIS, ARRIVE IN BALTIMORE
Leave ut %. $40 a. n. Arrive at....1.3 90 a. m.
.. 1925. IN. - l,3O a. m.
$50 y, m. 4.4D y. m.
tr.yr aAITfMORE, AHRIyEIN ANSAgOLIs.
taare at ....s35a. m, Arrive at....e.40 a. m,
I" coop. BIO p. IN.
$50 y. IN. Az y. m.
SUNDAY TRAINS:
Leave Annapolis at $50 a. m. and S3O p. m.-
Arrive in Baltimore at 900 a. m, 40 p. m.
Leave Baltimore at 935 a. M, and $50 p. m.
Arrive in Annapolis l0.45 a. m, and GAO p. m.
Freight leaves Baltimore at $50 a. IN.
Annapolis at $40 p. IN.
Froghts received and dispatched daily, at
reasonable rates.
G. NJ. LEILICH, Genl. Manager
ALBERT WEIGH, Sup't.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

THE LARGEST AND BEST LAUNDRY IN
THE STATS WITHOUT EXCEPTION.

A new process of Laundering Collars
and Cuffs that far surpasses anything
heretofore known to Laundrymen. Goods
Numbered 10 this way will last half as
long again. Collars aud Cuffs laundercd
at cents each Other work proportion
ately low in price.
Goods. Receiced Until Wednesday Morn
ing 10 a. m and delivered on Saturday
Goods called for and delivered free.
II. VoLLMER. JR..
Main ST., Sole Agent for Annapolis.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
Farm Sold.

THE steel Farm owned by Frank
X. Steel, was sold this morning by Sher.
III Crane TO Mr.. Billingslea Steele, for
81 900.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
TIE NEW STYLE.

We call it 'fea pot" in the past,
But now, forsooth. the Tsar
Has autoerazed the fashion so
We call Ii ssa movar"
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
LOST.

Lost between the Engine House aud Prince
and 500 in silver The finder viii be Literally
rewarded By returning the'lost money TO JAS.
ID. JOHNSON. at the Engine House in the
Assembly buis dings. de- Nv
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

WESLEY CHAPEL NJ. E. CHURCH.
tRey. S. Shannon. Pastor)
Services at II a. M. and 7.30 p. M
IL a. m Subjeet-''The Centennial OF
Thanksgiving for Christian Song" by
Charles Wesley. 7.30 r. m. Subject
'Tbe Judgment"
Sunday School at $50 a. M, and 2 p. m.
Prayer meeting Wednesday at 730 p. M.
Parents and children cordially invited A
cordial welcome to all-polite ushers-
come-seats free.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

Put salt into TIC water to prevent black
calicoes from fading when they are wash
cd
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
TIME TABLES.
a,napoiis, w. & u. Railroad.

-, and after Nov lst, 1888, passenger trains
III leave Annapolis as follows
tr.yE ANNAPOLIS. ARRIVE IN ANNAPOLIS
~ ...64O a. IN. Mail..........- 800 a. IN.
passenger a. m. Accom.''''-',y' a. IN.
a@roi1....... II .0j noon Mail ..''I4s p. IA
wsiI ......-..4l0 p. m. Passenger. .6.Jo p m.
sunday Trains Will leave Annapolis at s31 a.
d, ami 4,I0p. m Arrive 1915 a. IN, and 6.2s p. IN.
Through Coaches are run between baltimore
aud Annapolis on all the above trains
ar I,hrough freight 10 and from Baltimore every
dav Local freight Tuesday and Friday at 900
A.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

The Rarest OF Combinations.
True delicacy of flavor with true effi-
cacy of action has been attained in the
Syrup of Figs. Its pleasant taste and bene-
fetal effects have rendered it immensely
popular. 1t cIeanses the System, cures
Costiveness. etc. For sale by j w. Hod-
yes & Co., City Drug Store.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

FARMERS NATIONAL BANK.
annapolis, Dec. efh, 1888.
STOCKHOLDERS of this Bank are
~ hereby notified that an election for
FIVE DIRECTORS to serve for the en-
suing year, will be held at the Banking
House on
TUESDAY, JAkUARY 9Th, 1889.
ar II O'clock n.
Z. g. GASSAWAY,
d7td Cashier.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08
eATES OF ADvERTIsISG;

one inch rst Insertion ,h sp rstes sn made
quetnt, snse Advertising by The month or year
vi u,ractions OF a square will constitute iuil
square -.,.,,or,ort ~ marriages and
Of S Tree INT obituary notices Will be charg-
@ ,ar AZ one half the usual rates OF adyertls-
ing. -. - yoIis{cat mr. aueefal conn
1,,ications, . cents per line.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-12-08

Evey man you meet has a remedy for q
cold, and every other man has cold.