Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-01-23

Mr.. p. s. Gilmore, the well-known New York
band leader, was at headquarters to-day. He
met Chairman Britton and other members Of
the committee and had q consultation with
Major A. II. s. Davis, chairman Of the music
committee. Mr.. Gilmore made q proposition
in reference to the promenade concerts which
it is proposed to give in the Pension building
on the day following the inaugural ball. Mr..
Gilmore proposes to give three concerts, morn
ing, afternoon, and night, and to bring on his
whole band of sixty-five pieces. 1t is probable
his band will be in the inaugural procession
with some New York organization.
THE FIREWORKS.
Chairman Britton and DIR. Adams, chairman
Of the fireworks committee, had a conference
this afternoon with a representative of Det-
weller Street whose propositions have found
favor with the fireworks committee. Mr.. Britton,
In going over the program. which the pyro-
technists were to furnish for 5000, has sug-
gested striking out some of the costly and
elaborate set pieces. He thinks the multitude
OF people will be unable to see these, and the
discharges of rockets and other aerial displays
viii be most pleasing to them.
THE OHIO TROOPS.
1t was announced some time ago that about
1850 of the Ohio National guard would come.
This number, however, has been considerably
reduced. Chairman Britton to-day received
from Gen. Axline. acknowledgement of the state,
letter saying: i telegraphed Gen. Hastings
on the 18th as follows: Not being able to get
satisfactory railroad rates, the Ohio troops at
the Inauguration will probably not number
more than four or five hundred This ex-
presses the situation at present. and we desire
quarters reserved accordingly in the War,
State, and Navy building"
THE APPROACHES TO THE BALLROOM.
The committee on carriages met at head
quarters to-day and opened bids for construct
ing approaches to the ballroom. Bids were
received from Henderson & Son, McGregor,
Carver and Lipscomb. Mr.. Lipscomb was the
lowest bidder. The award will be not be made
until the matter has been considered by the
executive committee. There are three en-
frances to which approaches will be con-
structed-the g street, the 5th street and the
south entrance in Judiciary square. Spacious
covered ways will be erected from the carriage
drive to the door.
THE HARRISON VETERANS.
At meeting yesterday at the Atlantic
building of the Harrison Veterans of 1910. Mr..
A. M. Clapp presiding, it was decided to aban-
don the idea of taking part in the parade, as
the inaugural committee will not permit them
to ride. Mr.. Clapp, Gen Schenck and ex-Sen-
secure seats for them upon the platform on the
east front of the Capitol during the inaugural
ceremonies.
COMING FROM CALIFORNIA.
The mornings mail brought letter from
Oakland, Cal. The writer was Capt ]. b.
Lauck, of company A, fifth infantry regiment,
California National guard. He applied for
place in line. 1T is expected" he said, that
we will leave here for Washington, ID. c., to
attend the inaugural ceremonies, not later than
February Oath, to arrive in Washington about
the I'd"
THE INAUGURAL SUPPER.
The design for the supper-card has been sub
mitted to Chairman Britton together with the
bill Of fare for the supper as prepared by the
caterer, George c. Boldt, of Philadelphia. Mr..
Boldt is as well known and highly esteemed in
Philadelphia as Delmonico in New York. He
has three restaurapts-the Bellevue, the STRAIT
ford, and one in the Bullitt building At the
Bellevue the dinners of the famous Clover
club are given, and the countless epicures who
have partaken of its hospitality unite in sing
ing the praises of Mr.. Boldt. The charge for
the supper will be 81
The bill of fare is as follows: "Bill of fare:
Blue Points on Ice. Hot-Bouillon in Cups
Steamed Oysters. Oysters a la Poulette.
Chicken Croquettes. Sweetbread Pate a la
Refine. Terrapin, Philadelphia Style. Cold
Assorted Rolf Sandwiches. Mayonnaise of
Chicken. Lobster Salad. Cold Tongue en-
Bellevue. Cold Ham a la Montmorency.
Boned turkey a la Americana. Breast of Quail
a la Ciceron. Pate de Fois Gras a la Harrison
Cerrime of Game la Morton. Sweets-As-
sorted Ice Cream. Orange Water Ice. Roman
Punch. Pyramid of Nougat Renaissance. Beehive
of Bonbons Republican. Pavilion Rustic. As
sorted Fancy Cakes. Fruits. Desserts. Coffee.
INAUGURAL NOTES.
The 81 club Of Philadelphia has applied for q
position in line.
Prof. Patrick s. Gilmore, director Of the Gel
ebrated Gilmore's band, is in the city on bust
ness connected with the music on Inauguration
do