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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-04-11
SCHOOL-ROOM VENTILATION.
Very Few People have an Idea how to
Secure Fresh Air.

From the ST Louis Globe Democrat.
Very few people have any idea of the proper
way to ventilate room. / notice it particu-
larly in going from school to school, and on
every occasion try to expound my idea When
/ went to school and studied natural philosophy
learned that hot air always rises and cold air
comes down. l still believe that; but when
there is no cold air in a room it can't descend
Therefore the heaviest gases are lowest and the
lightest and warmer gases are above. You
have noticed while sitting in a close room
smoking that the smoke only rises to a certain
distance. generally about or feet from the
floor and there it remains unmoved as long as
the doors and windows are closed. If tobacco
smoke will not rise above the breathing height
of a man neither will the equally heavy gases
and odors can be detected at that altitude which
you cannot smell above or below that line. |
have noticed this particularly in the schools
this winter, where children came from their
homes all bundled up. Some of them had fried
sausage or pancakes. beefsteak and onions
and like sayory dishes for breakfast and
they carry these OdOrs to school with them
/ actually believe l could tell what every child
ate for breakfast in a school room | visited not
long ago. The teacher begins to notice the
odor after school opens. and Immediately tells
the big boy to open lone of the windows a
little not two windows. mind you but one.
few minutes later the little ones sitting
near that window began to sneeZe and tell the
teacher they are cold. while another portion of
the class is complaining of the heat. Can You
see the mistake in this? All the old philoso-
phies tell us that when door is opened a
trltie the flame of candle held near the
opening will be blown out of the room at the
top and into the room at the bottom. This is
false. 1t will be blown in every inch of the
space from top 10 bottom. Now the opening
OF single window at top, bottom, or middle
has the same effect i'll disturbing the air
We all know that cold air invariably PUSHES
TO the warm air and the warm air never runs
10 the cold air. Open the window at the top
in a room filled with smoke. as l described
a while ago. and in the disturbance that
follows the smoke will rise to that opening
but ii will not go out The cold air rushing
In pushes 1t back into the room, and there il
STAYS and Will stay until the room is thoroughly
chilled, and no resistance is offered. After
making an opening of this kind 90 directly
across the room and make another opening by
raising or lowering a window or transom or
opening the door trife. then watch The
smoke will rush like whirlwind out of the
first opening. and the ventilation is complete
There will be no change of temperature per-
ceptible, but the odOrs will pass out and the
hot air with them. and i'll few minutes the
room Is full of pure. fresh air. Only one thing
Is necessary TO remember to know how to prop
erly ventilate a room or house, and that is to
cause draught with two openings.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-04-11
Chased by a War Vessel.

Capt. Stubs, of the schooner Carrie A.. Buck
nam, which arrived in New York yesterday
from st. Domingo city, reports that on March
q, when off Saona island, at about noon, he
sighted vessel steaming toward his vessel
from the land, then distant or miles. The
craft proved to be Dominican war vessel. She
laid her course to intercept the Buchanan but
could not do SO, owing to the strong breeze
then prevailing and fell astern half or three
quarters of a mile. When nearly in the schoon-
er's wake, much to the surprise of the crew.
she fired shot, which struck the water only a
few yards from the Bucknams stern She then
gave chase, but, with good strong breeze. the
schooner soon distanced her. After keeping
up the chase for about two hours, she gave it
up, and, putting about, steamed for the land
She was low, rakish, three-masted steamer of
about 500 tons burden, apparently of French
or Spanish build. Her decks were crowded
with men. What her errand was can only be
conjectured. the Bucknam was far outside of
their jurisdiction and on the high seas, where
they could have no legitimate right to overhaul
her. The American flag was flying at the
schooner's head all the time, it having been
holsted as soon as the steamer was made out to
be war vessel. Capt. Stubs says nothing was
heard by the Bucknam's crew of this vessel or
OF their rebellion at st. Domingo city. The bet
ter class of people there hesitate to speak their
minds, even to foreigners. They, no doubt,
are afraid of compromising themselves.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-04-11
Seasonable Smiles.

1t was probably an Indiana man who looked
over the river and marked: How small the
ONO men are this years.. Paul Globe.
ION, doctor" she said across the dinner Ia
BILE. have you read this new book that's made
SO much stir What book. MADAME" This
book OF Amelie Rives. The Quack or the
Dead. ''-Sdn Francisco Chronicle
Ambition Failed-Farmer's wife - s.Well
Joshua did you get things fixed to turn our
house into a summer an health resort?'
Earmer-"Im afraid the plan won't work
Miranda. went to Saratogy and two or three
places, an found out we can't have no health
resort without spilin' our well water so the
cattle can't drink II. Philadelphia Record
Sunday School Teacher-"Now. Willie. if
you say prayer, will God answer it,"
Willie-"No. ma'am. he won't"
Sunday School Teacher-'.Why, yes. Willie.
he will. D."
Willie-"No. ma am, he won't"
Sunday School Teacher (grieyed a n d
shocked And why not!"
Willie-"Because I'm a democrat and SOS
papa. "-MlnnedpOii Tribune
He was a keen, sharp-looking Young man.
and he said to the lady of the house on I'd ave-
nue. as he stood in the hall: Madam have
called for the suit of clothes which needs brush
ing and fixing" what suit?'' she asked
''YOur husbands Sunday suit ma'am. He
called as he went down this morning" "And
he SAID | was TO let you have them?" ''Yes'm. ~
Did he appear in good health and spirits?n
"Why. certainly" Look and act natural2'
''Of course. Why do you ask?" Because he
has been dead eighteen years and have some
curiosity on the subject" IL have made a
mistake. perhaps" stammered the young man.
perhaps you have. The man YOU saw 90 ont
OF here an hour ago is my brother. Good morn
ing."-Detrou Free Press.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-04-11
Sunset COx's Narrow Escape.

From the Ohio State journal.
Sunset" Cox is not a very rugged figure
now, and his hair is getting thin and gray. but
his eyes are as bright and his tongue as ready
as ever. Nobody is able to look on Cox as any,
thing but a youngster. because his wit and the
variety and viyaclty of his humor never grow
old. but he is past threescore now. While a
young man Cox handled the present Mrs. ". c..
Whitney on his knee
Il have had a narrow escape from being
President of the United States" said Sunset
the other day, stopping on the avenue to talk
with group of his friends. ''If my mother
hadn't refused the proffered hand of Gen. Will
the White House now. Gen. Harrison asked
my mother TO marry him, and though he had
won some fame at that time she gave him the
mitten, and stuck to and finally married the
printer boy to whom she engaged. See
what narrow escape l have had from being a
great man."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-04-11
COL. AVIRETT ARRESTED.
He is Charged by a Constable with
Criminal Libel.

Cumberland special to the Baltimore
American says: Col. John W. Avirett, pres-
dident Of the Times Publishing company of
this city, and editor of the Daily Times and
Weekly AHegdnidn, was this evening arrested
and taken before Justice of the Peace J. W.
Jones, Of this city, on the charge of criminal
libel on complaint of Philip Clark, constable
of this city. The alleged criminal libel grew
out of the killing of VIM. Mahoney by VIM.
Horseman in September last. The Times of
of September 10, in commenting on the actions
of Constable Clark in the case, and on which
charge the warrant was issued to-day. said:
Careful investigation into the killing of
Mahoney by Horseman on Sunday morn
ing in this city recalls the fact that,
had Constable Clark done his duty-obeyed
the orders for Horseman's arrest on Satur-
day-there would have been no shooting on
Sunday. This constable is at times perniciously
active-see the recent detective case'-and
again eminently negligent. In the one case
the arrest was easy and the fee quickly earned;
In the other, it was some trouble to find and
arrest HOrseman. Clark failed to do it, and
Mahoneys death lies close to his door, Is it
not time that the long-endured rottenness of
certain of our constabulary be given a fitting
bural?"
Col. Avirett at the magistrates Office. re-
fused recognizance give bail for a further
hearing at o'clock tomorrow, and in default
was committed to jail
representative of the American called on
Col. Avirett at the Jail this evening. In speak
ing OF his commitment he said: My position
In the matter was not fully justified in the case,
as was determined to break up the abuses
that have crept into the constabularv of the
county" Col. Avirett will be brought before
Justice Jones at l o'clock tomorrow, when, it
Is understood, he will waive hearing, and ask
the case to be brought before the grand jury
now in session.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-04-11
Awful Fate of Two Children.

From the San Francisco Chronicle.
wagon with loading has arrived at East
Darr station, Queensland. from Barcaldine and
the driver reports the following terrible trag-
edy: man, accompanied by his wife and two
children, aged three years and one year, had
pitched a tent on the river bank. The first
night the father was awakened by hearing one
of the children moaning. He lit candle and
found the girl apparently in a fit. and she died
in few minutes. She was buried on the spot
next day. The infant child was placed in the
bed previously occupied by the deceased the
next night, when the parents were again
awakened by the child moaning. The father
Immediately struck a light and saw a large
brown snake gliding OFF the infants breast
The child also died in great agony in a few
minutes Some carriers came and discovered
the snakes hole under the tent. Digging down
they quickly unearthed and killed the reptile
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-04-11

GET WE'LL and stsy we'll But how shall we do ite
Listen my friend, and the secret I'll tell,
though, Tor that matter, there s. no secret to it,
As many man understands very well.
II your low-spirited, gloomy, depressed
II nothing tastes good and your nights bring no
rest,
II your stomach is foul and your mouth seems
much fouler,
And 30 cross you become that they call you
be sure mat your trouble Is due to your liver,
And the blood Is sluggish as sometimes a
river -
BECOMES when it's filled with ali manner of stuff.
Gear IL out and the current runs smoothly
enough.
60 90 to the drug store and get a bottle of DR.
t fLhkeEs SoLDES MEDICAL DISCOVERY, the great
cure Tor the low spirits and general depression a
man feels when his liver is inactive and blood i'm
pure. This remedy makes q man well.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-04-11
THE MANUFACTURERS CLUB.
A Brilliant Reception to Postmaster
General Wanamaker.

The new club house Of the Manufacturers
club of Philadelphia was inaugurated last night
by reception to Postmaster-General Wanna
maker. The clubhouse itself is a splendid
specimen Of architectural beauty, and was
used last night for the first time. The floral
decorations were profuse and tasteful. An
orchestra of forty pieces almost COM
pletely hidden from view behind handsome
collection of ferns, palms. and smilax. Mr..
Wanamaker stood on a slightly-raised plat
form surrounded by Mayor Filter. Secretary of
the Interior Noble, Third Assistant Postmaster
General HaZen, Assistant Acknowledgement w.
ner. and James Dobson, Jacob s. Cramp and
Horace Disston, all wealthy business men of
Philadelphia. who assisted Thomas Dolan, the
president of the Manufacturers club. in pre-
settling the callers to the distinguished guests.
Nearly an hour and half there was nothing
but handshaking, and 1t is estimated that at
least 500 persons were presented. but that 1t
was not tiresome to the Postmaster-General
and his party was evidenced by his words as the
last man passed by. This has been anything
but a task" said he There is so much of the
air of sincerity about the handshaking with
these gentlemen that really enjoy il. And
have met so many old and good friends, too"
Among those who grasped the Postmaster
Generals hand was Postmaster VIM +. Harri-
ty, who with a smile, said: Il feel like con-
demned captive, come to pay tribute to one of
my captors. and probably one of my execu-
TONERS" The Postmaster-G General appreciated
the witty salutation, and as Mr.. Harrity passed
on remarked: We'll, we've always been friends,
haven't we?"
Letters of regret were received from various
cabinet officers Gov. Beaver. and many Others
Among those present were Congressman But
terworth, Bingham Kelley, Harmer, lardlev
Wise and Darlington, nearly all of the justices
of the supremecourt OF Pennsylvania as well
those of the local courts, Ex-Governor Curtin.
Senators Ingalls, and Higgins. Lieutenant Gov
ernor Davis, Adjutant General Hastings.
General n. P. Banks, Secretary of
the Commonwealth Stone, Second Assistant
Postmaster General Whitfield, Supervising Ar
chitect Windrim. Yice-Presdent Lord. of the
Baltimore and Ohio railroad: President Roberts
of the Pennsylvania railroad; Alden Spear
president of the Boston chamber OF commerce.;
nearly all of the municipal and Federal officials
of the city; William VI. Singerly. Alexander X.
Mcclure. President Wilbur, of the Lehigh Val
ley railroad; General Sewell. Charles L. Pugh
of the Pennsylvania railroad; ex-Mayor King
Provost William Pepper, of the University of
Pennsylvania; A. J. DrexeI and many other
prominent perSOns
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-04-11
HYPNOTISM IN LONDON.
The Strange Doings of Mr.. Garmean.

L5nion Special to New YORK sun
Seutl, man named Fletcher invited about
thirty people 20 his house last night TO observe
ana question Mr. Garmean, hypnotist who Is
just now the particular and exclusive fad
among people in search Of entertainment after
dinner. The guests were selected with great
deal " care. and 1t seemed like a thoroughly
honest effort 10 get at the bottom Of Garmean's
extraordinary power. The hypnotist claims to
be German. though his name, manner and
appearance are thoroughly French. The idea
II prevalent, by the way, that he is an Ameri-
can with pOlyglotic accomplishments II should
be borne IN mind that the guests were inyi-
ted. and there was no attempt at an exhibition
for money.
During the evening Garmean, in ILLUSTRATING
the eject OF his will even from distance. asked
sJnne members of the party who could play the
piano. To see what effect his will would have
combating that OF the specialist, an American
named Ross. who was formerly on the govern
iHg board of a New York club. sat down and
began 10 play carelessly on the piano. Gar
mean announced that he would go down stairs
and stop playing IN certain number of min
Ltcs. He scrubbed number on piece of
paper doubled II up and placed il in the hands
OF one Of the guests. descending two flights of
stairs. while every man III the party held his
watch IN his hand and kept yigilant eye upon
tIc New York club man. Mr.. Ross wore a
r-A4tt OF singular ana Dtautliul superiority.
lie drIfted casually from one air to another
and kept up steadily for four minutes. Then
IN, smile faded away like a flash. and the
pianist lat with his hands over the keyboard
utterly unable TO move a finger. Beads Of per-
splrat!0n rolled down his fasre He announced
sf'' rWard that he was perfectly aware of every
thing that was going on. and felt Gn abiding
Sense % shame at his own impotence. but he
Naa utterly unable TO move a finger. He re-
ii@lu,d IA this state until Garmean appeared in
the room and released him with a nod of his
head The folded paper was then opened, and
II was found that the figure four had been
marked On IL. -Four minutes was the limit
which Garmean had set.
He seemed able TO exert his power indiscrim-
inately and upon any subject. Some hot
headed members of the party would announce
now and then that the whole thing CANNON,
and then Garmean would turn to him with an
ar % grave pollteness and say: You don't be-
hcye IN meE The answer would invariably be
NO. Garmean would then ask the man to
use, and that always ended the controversy
In no instance was he able to rise from his
chair. though his struggles in some cases were
profound and pugnscious. Icannot see exactly
where Garmean makes his income for he re-
fused absolutely 20 accept fee after his exhibi-
ton last night. 1t is probable, however, that
be Is building up q reputation now which will
Dc taken advantage Of later on. have seen
mind readers, splritualists, and people OF that
Tx, but have not yet encountered ANYTHING
Esore startling than this exhibition of hypnotism
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-04-11
THE COMING CENTENNIAL.
Catholic Clergy of the Diocese Re-
quested to Properly Observe the Day.

Cardinal Gibbons has issued the following
circular letter to the clergy in relation TO the
approaching Washington inaugural centennial
celebration: ION Tuesday. April 80 next. as
you are doubtless aware, the citizens of the re-
public Will unite in celebrating the centenary
of the Inauguration of George Washington. the
Father of his country, and first President of
the United States
10 Washington will remain the imperishable
glory OF leading this people out of the house of
bondage and oppression into the clear light of
freedom and national prosperity. The history
OF these United States is the history of the
gradual rising from the foundations Of liberty
and law and order, by him deeply and so
broadly laid, of that stately fabric of our ma
tonal institutions which has become the adj
fnIratlOn of the world. Therefore, do we tes-
ufy our love for him and endeavor to repay a
small fraction of the inestimable debt we owe
70 MS memory by giving his name TO fair and
thriving cities from our great capital west
ward. 10 lofty mountain peaks and ma
jestlc ships and to sons by thousands.
HIS name. too. with wider range and deeper
import IL cherished in the hearts of all. Most
just and fitting it is that this nation, SO
founded, rising magnifcently upon the lines
which he laid down. should honor with especial
and grateful cOmmemoration the hundredth
anniversary of the taking by the great captain
chief magistrate of the land he had fought for
with such effective valOr. To all il should be
matter of profound satisfaction that the citi-
zens of the United States, without regard to
race or previous allegiance to any flag soever,
are about to recognize the life and the achieve
ments Of the greatest man this western world
has nurtured, as a gift of Almighty God to his
own age, and as an exemplar to all the ages to
be.
In order, therefore, to give expression to
our heartfelt thanks for the civil and religious
blessings thus far vouchsafed to us by the
Glver of every perfect gift and pray that the
spirit Of patriotism which burned in the heart
OF Washington may continue to animate those
to whom the destinies of our beloved country
may be mtrusted, you invited. Rev. Dear
Sir. TO announce at seasOnable time before
hand a special service for the morning of April
20. at o'clock, or at any other hour most suit
able for the congregation. You are further
quested at such service to make an address
suggested by the occasion, closing with the
prayer for the authorities As an additional
expression of JOY and thanksgiving, the church
bells will be rung from 10 TO 1870 the same
morning"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-04-11
Changes i'm "A Publishing Firm.

An important change takes place to-day in
the well-known Boston book firm of Ticknor &
Co., in Boston. Mr.. Geo. Godfrey, one of the
full partners, retires from the publishing bust
ness, and Thomas B. Tickner will become asso-
ciated with the publishing house of Houghton
Mifin & Co.. having purchased the copyrights,
electrOtype plates, and stock of all the miscel-
lany publications of 1icknOr & Co. There has
been no suspension or interruption of the firms
business on account Of the change. Benjamin
II. 1icknor will continue the publication of the
Iicknor list, including the American archi-
tectural subscrintiOn books &c
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-04-11
Between the Acts,

DR. Lucy W. Hall in Christian Union.
wish the American women would do as the
European women do when they go to the thea
ter, and this is, get up and walk about, chat
and visit with acquaintance, and get their
blood into circulation between the acts Why,
it's perfectly abominable, this sitting cramped
up in a chair for three hours without stirring.
To me 1t denotes a lack of comprehension of
ones physical needs. l have no word of re-
proach for those men who 90 out between the
acts know there are some men who avoid as
much as possible taking a lady to the theater
solely because they dread having to sit still
from the beginning to the end of the play. But
if were present at the theater with a gentle
man l should tell HIM to go out and get exer-
else, for that is what do myself when go,
which, however, is seldom.