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Chief Post Once Inspector Rathbone has re-
ceived advicsa from tks post ofaee Inspector
investigating the s6airs Of the post Office at
Decatur, Ala, NE possmasler Of which ab-
scondsd last week, stating hat . deficiency of
more than eAsW has alrsedy been discovered
in money ordsrs alone. The Inspectors believe
that the value Of postAUs stsr1ps, cards and
stamped envelope stoleh win amount TO an
other G, 500. Although Q liberal reward has
been offered By the Poss Once Department for
the postmastsr's arrest no apprehension Of his
Whereabouts hss e vst bepn harmed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-12-16

Two DIsTRIcr BILLS SIaNED.-Two District
bills received the signature of the President
this morning. One was the Senate bill author
izing the Commissioners--it does not mention
what cOmmissioners-to use and occupy as a
site for truck house the space at the intersec-
ton of 14th and streets and Ohio avenue
northwest The other was Senate bill 4O72 for
the relief OF the trustees OF Anacostia Lodge No
2l, Free and Accepted Masons of the District
Of Columbia.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-12-16
ELECTION BILL AMENDMENTS,
Two Propositions Of senator Pascoe Submitted
Today.

Two Propositions Of senator Pascoe Submitted
Today.
Senator Pascoe today introduced an amend
ment proposed to the pending elections bill,
comprising two additional sections. They pro-
vide, in brief, that il shall be unlawful for any
person to pay or promise to pay money to
induce persons to vote or refrain from voting;
to promise employment as supervisor Of cleo
ton to influence vote; to receive money or an
appointment with that object: to endeavor to
influence employees in their voting by the use
Of pay envelopes or posted placsrds or bills
threatening dismissal for the expression Of polt-
ical preference on penalty Of $500 fine and
imprisonment for one year. Il also requires
the officers Of political Organisations to file
with the clerk Of the House itemized state
ments Of receipts and expenditures Of political
funds, and the same statements are required
from candidates. for Representatives under like
penalties.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-12-16

CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION. examine
ton for the position Of draughtsman for the
ordnance bureau of the Navy Department. at a
salary of 81. 400 per annum, will be held at the
rooms Of the civil service commission in this
city, commencing January s, at 9 o'clock am
The examination will comprise the following
subjects: Letter writing, nomenclature of ord
nance, ordnance material and strength of ma
terial, technical calculation and drafting and
designing. knowledge of applied mechanics
is required. The examination will be of three
days0 duration
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-12-16

APPLIES TO AIL.-Maj. Gen. Schofield has
made a ruling that section of the act ap-
proved June l6, 1890. providing for furlough
and discharge Of certain enlisted men, applies
to every soldier, without any limitation what
ever, whose antecedent three years service has
been faithful
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-12-16

DIsrICr INvENroRs.-Patents were today is
sued to residents Of the District of Columbia as
follows: Henry j. Ennis, assignor to W. H.
Ottman Of New York and A. b. Williams of this
city, cOrkscrew; Virgil d. Stnckbridge and A.
+. Randall, dumping garbage. receptacle; Geo.
P. Whittlesey, making hinges; William NJ.
Wood, assignor 20 Thomson Electric Welding
Company OF Maine, pneumatic tool.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-12-16

PENSIONS FOR DISTRICT PEoPLE.-Pensions
have been granted to residents Of the District
of Columbia as follows: Original invalid. Luz
cius Z. Gridley; reissues. Henry Casey, alias
Patrick Casey; widow, Rlvira w., widow of
VIM. A. Corey.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-12-16
WHY

"Why do l advertise in THE EVEN
ING STAR? Because it is economical
advertising; because the most and best
is obtained for the price.
"A. LIsNER."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-12-16
THE BANE OF THE BUSINESS.

Ihe beauty of Tailor-in Clothes is they
bear the staLIp Of refinement and in hviaualtJ
and look We'll as long tIere anything l.tt
OF them. Not only do they look 50 mucn be-
ter than ready unatie clothes, tut they Wear
twice as long. Notwithstanding the large bu.i-
ness am DONG could double it if l would
give cretlit-wnich I shah never do. lcouId
not sell at the prices l maine unless l did a
strictly cash business. More men are hndil,,
out every day that II pays Lest to pay cash, as
considerable Savlng-ottentimes half-is eff
fected thereby. guarantee absolute satista:-
ton, and no customer Is compelled to take the
clothes ordered unless they fit perfectly.
Tie new 1rouserlngs ana Sutinys for hes.
wear during the mondays were secured in the
nick OF time and a selection is now possi-
bic.
But think of Elegant Custoni-made Full
Dress Suits for $50! loo little.
g. WAKEFIELD SIMPSON,
''EXpert in IrarsarS -
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-12-16
WINTER WEATHER HARD

On the lumber business In order to keep
things moving during December and January
We will give You special low prices if you vii.
call at our office. While VI. 10 per 100 feet is
very low on boards. We have some equally low
prices on Mill Work and Flooring, &C.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-12-16
OFFICE OF THE CoMPTROILFR


OF THE CURRENCY.
Whereas; The Washington Loan and Trust
COMPANY has hlei with n,s certificate Of it's
act Vi Conyress entitled. AN act to provide Tor
the incorporarion Of trust. loan, mortexl'e and
OF Columbia" approved October L, 1850. prop
erly executed and verified by the oath OF Its
Ana whereas the said company bas satisfied
me that u Is now and was, at the date of the
as snd % ssa as nc u tns
OF West ,rrinia. and that at the date of the
passsvs OF said act il was do.nr business in the
avail Itself OF he privileges % of said a art ''' "
Ibis IS W rer'iiy that the said company Is
all powers and to perform all the duties author
lied by the. iirst subdivision OF section one Ut
tuLy exercised by said company.
hereby further certify thar havt exan,-
ned tue PROPERTY and assets trunsferrca to the
ments of the twsntyfr section OF said IL l. and
have appraised and fixed their value at tn, sum
red and ten and 41-lOO dolears (&J,0, ZIG. .4D,
which said sun Is to be receNeu ami cOnsid-
capital OF said corporation to the extent OF
e,sht hundred and snirteen Thousand two nun
dred and thirteen and JU-1OO dollars ($Sl3,-
2t3.JU), the said srlln being more than eighty
per cehtum toOper cent? Ur the entire capital Of
said company, which said capital is one mil
And hereby further certify that the said COM
panH has deposited with me Sc, urities equal in
and dollars (&:loO. O0O 00). peinu onefourtii (s)
Of the entire capital stock OF said company as
aforesaid, TO be held by me tor the purpose and
upon the trust provided for In and by SAID act
OF Congress, and Is therefore entitled to trans
act the business OF q trust company and to be-
come and act rs an administrator. executor,
guardian OF the estate Of minor children and to
undertake any other kindret: fducisry duties,
as provided IN the act aforesaid.
In witness whereof I have hereunto sub
scribed my name and caused my seal Of office
20 De Affixed to these presents, IN the city Of
Mashin ZION, D: c., this 18th day of Dese1n-
Der, A. d. 1870.
tSkAL.J e. g. LACEY
ConIptroiler.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-12-16

GovERNMENT RECEIPTS ToDAY.-Internal rev.
enue, S149, 1856; customs, S495, 400
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L1BBEY, BITTINGER L MILLER,
MILL WORK AND LUMBER.
18th st. and New York ave.
,k1NG'S PALACE

offers special Bargains in their Gents FURNISHINGS
Department. As desire to close out this depart
lnent all goods VIII be so4d at rce Every pur-
Chase entities you to guess that Elegant $40 Bed
Room Set lO pieces. complete.
KINGS PALACE,
III Sl2-Sl4 1th st.
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kvENI. vIDI. vICI.
WESLEY HEIGHTS AND CHRISTMAS.

S400-e100 cash, balance in 1. 9 and 3 years. viii
buy lot 25xl5O feet in Wesley Heights, adjoining
the site OF the proposed Methodist University.
Can you suggest anything better than lot in this
beautiful for Christmas present to your
wife. child. sister, brother. cousin or sunty
notwithstanding the recent financial disturbances II
you have thought of purchasing, do not delay, but
buy now while you can obtain choice site.
The erection Of ave handsome srburban cottages II
contemplated and In addition prominent citi.
have already declared their Intention OF building
st once
square Of Wesley Heights thereby BRINGING the prop
erty mile nearer the city.
Conyeysnces for al dssirns 10 inspect the Heights
JOHN Z. wAGGAMAN,
- dl3N Cor 18th and @ sts.
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FAILED FoH $15O,OOO.

@ tor 81 TIE sssy hss
are not happy. But what has this 10 do with
DR. KOCHs LYMPH.
Or. to bring the matter right to or doors. what
consideration. at this raicusr Juncture outweishs
VICTOR E. ADLER's
VOLUNTARY CONTRADICTIONS TO THE PEOPLE,
From monetary point of view.
We know the value of o dollar. because we have
needed one. and needed il badly. but have
P.crt high estimate wealth to be willing TO
told yoa ss tha, iss 6adnr which
SSer- and ds"r.ors On or briorr January . i iSi
thas We would hot remove dollars worth of goods TO
would knife real values saSa1ely. mut,iaie them be-
yond r-nynit,on. and thereby induce you to become
done iu,. what We supposed you would do-bouTht Of
your 'Ins.ns Would permit'ios which we are truly
grateful. and beg to say that this
SACRIFICE SALE
WILL CONTINUE UNTIL JANUARY Is, 1891.
inios we'll: .Cope let's look into tins thins:" And
dSE SSi E' hsb roRrYrHREE Suit. for
ss5 { 3 Sgs ssg1rs for
Los s. Men's, Fsney ssrips N.iursi Wool Under.
and taped- Jersey cuffs and ankles. stsyed seems.
THREE SHIFTS FOR q.
THREE PAIRS pRAwERs.s1
ONE HGyDREp AND EIETY DOZEN EOYs'
PLY LINEN. Latest Styiss- sizes l2A Li, i34, IA
Regular retail price 26e- each- GO AT 45 CENTS
In Men Cosrs Of the same make we have left sisss
acvn kS e1H Go Anso Fl .a' = cEsr
slk Hsndkerchiefs in all the latest shades and de-
Sums full size and warranted pure silk The REGULAR
retail prices Me .;, -. 81 so All together
silk and Wool Cashmere Mufiiers. extra large plain
and f.nsy 1essfs Regular prices 81 20 and 81 80 Go
MEN's . CENT HALF HOSE, 10 CENTS PAIR.
AUTOMATIC wIRE-BUCkLE SUsPENDERS. 10
iHkkEEs s NINE OF WEALTH WITHIN THESE
Walls. YOU HAVE But TO REACH FORTH
VICTOR Z. ADLER'S
TEN PER CENT CLOTHING HOUSE,
HATS. CAPS
GENTLEMENS FURNISHING GOODS.
95 and 9,9 9Th st. H. W.. cor. Mass. ave.
STRICTLY ONE PRICE.
Open evenings until 9 O'Clock Saturday until
IL O'Clock It'll after the holidays.
H~FOR SALE AT A GREAT SACRIFICE FORTY
-FOUR FEET OF NEW SHELVING, TEN DOVE
TAILED COUNTER DRAWERS, THREE GLASS
HAT CASES AND ONE LOT OF SOLID OAK
TABLES. dS
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-12-16
SPECIAL NOTICES.

49, Union No. 1, Carpenters and Joiners, are
earnestly requested to attend next regular nesting
business OF importance will claim your attention BY
order OF the Union. r. L. FOWLER Rec. Ser. dl6-2t
ESMITHRAS LOpGE OF PERFECTION, A.
49, and A. Scottish Rite viii confer the 4th
ana .lth de9rets at special meeting in tine Cathedral
On thUhsDAl, 18th instant, at p. BY order Of
d162t ALEX H. HOLT. 81 degree, Secretary.
RGSREvIvAI SERVICES AT HAMLINE NJ E.
Church. 9.h and P sts. nv. continued each
vitation to all. IT
H~SNAriONAL CAPITAL BANK OF WASH
~ 1NGTON.
Washington, d. c., Dec l3, 1890.
The annual meeting OF the stock holders OF this bank
FOR election Of drec .ors will be held the banking
hOnSe, 3l4-ilO Penna. ave. Sc. on TUESDAY, Janu-
ary l3. 1891. between the hours of 10 and ~
1t W. b. BALDWIN, Cashier.
R-.CAUTION. = THE PUBLIC ARE eau
- toned against giving credit to Mrs Sarah
Calvert Huse formerly Hines, my account, as re-
fuse 70 pay any bills contracted 10y her.
dl6-Ns THOMAS HIrSF
R~~SPECIAL NOTICE.-FOR METAL GRAVE
~ decorations, such crosses, wreaths
hearts &c, 20 to SCHMID'S,
d1Ot' 3lI 18th ST. NV.
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TO OPEN THE CAMPAIGN.
Gen. Carr snd the Sixth Cavalry Start Frsa
Pine Ridge.

Gen. Carr and the Sixth Cavalry Start Rrso
Pine Ridge.
LACROSSE, WIS. Dec. l6. "A dispatch wa re-
ceiyed by Mr. Frank Powell late last night from
Pine Ridge agency asking il COL Cody bad left
this point and stating that Gen Carr would 20
to the field today with the sixth cavalry 10
open the campaign. Col. Cody viii leave
here for North Platte. Neb., this morning,
and says that he win take no part In
the campaign unless the Nebraska state
militia is ordered out or he receives instruc-
tions from the War Department A Telegram
from Chicago announcing the death Of Sitting
Bull and his son was received by Col. Cody last
night.
III the report IL true" be said. ssit Win take
but Q short time 20 end the Indian trouble In
the death Of Sitting Bull the Indian tribes a
America have Lost their head"
wissmsn and Emin Pnshs Dss>~r
Dunlaps Cable Dispatch 10 The Evening sstsr.
BEKLIx, Dec. 16.-It il now stated that ths
good understanding that has hitherto existed
between Maj. Wissmann and Emin p,shs a a
an end and that . decided coolrie. hss S.ke.
IL place. Wissman II disinciined 10 supuor1
Emin's plans for further exploration md con
quest, but the government 4 fully in sccord
with him. This state Of things is held 10 fur-
nish an explanation Why Emin has not for
warded any o1hcial comnunioetion r.rurdine
the expedition.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-12-16
q. WAKEFIELD SIMPSON,
Expert i'll trousers"
Cor. 18th and u sts. NV.

ESDA1LY TALK ON LIFE INSURANCE.
49, December III, 1880.
what does the Equitable claim that it can sub
stantlate by hgur,s. Here are "a few OF the most
important: EIrst. that it is doing the Iarges.
new business OF any company in the world.
= Second. that while the profts paid to policy
holders by other companies nave steadily
decreased the FRONTS paiu tine Equitable policy
holders nave steadily increased, until today
amy lie Insurance company in the world.
1nird. that notwithstanding the excellent
results attained IN the past there is every intlica-
tion that tht Sc results Will be eclipsed III the
future Fourth, that 1t has u greater ratio of
assets to laDlhties than any other company,
hence better able to meet any possible cOntln-
gency. these, and other claims OF equal iul-
rortances place the Equitable at the head Of the
life insurance companies OF tire world
BOWES HALL,
The Equitable Life Assurance Society,
Eet
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MASSACHUSETTS AVENUE.
THE HIGHEST POINT IN THE CITY.

Between 10Th and 18th sts.. We have
for sale large residence with elecant
appointments. built by Ednonston.
1T contains 10 rooms, las . frontage
OF 2S feet and large yard in rear to
alley. Price. $:}1, 900.
THOS. j. FISHER & Co.,
GcA L st. NV.
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dl3St

0DR w, l. OWEN, EYE AND EAR
Spscialist, has removed his once from Phil
adelph3a 10 LIP St. n WaahinGton. Once houn
ste ~ an. and 70 pm. daily except sunday.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-12-16
SPECIAL NOTICES.
(INvEsT YOUR MONEY
IN LARGE OR SMALL SUNS.
FROM s5 UP TO $1,000.
Through the
SOUTHERN LAND EXCHANGE.

From six ( per cent up to ten lO) per cent interest
guaranteed on all regular Investments.
From 10 per cent up to 70 per guaranteed on all
stock and land investments
Investments may be withdrawn at any time upon
thirty days notice. with interest mp to date of with
drawal
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-12-16
SPECIAL NOTICES.
THE WASHINGTON
LOAN AND TRUST COMPANY.
Corner 10th and SITS. NV.
Under Act Of Congress Approved October 1. 1890.
Subject to suGervsion Of the Supreme Court Of the
District of Columbia and the Comp
troller Of the Currency.
CAPITAL eI,000, 900.
Receives Deposits s,sd aiiors Interest Issues Cev
tifcdtes Of Deposft

tUtcufes Of UeD0sn.
Acts as Executor. AdMfnistrator Guardian, Trus-
tee Recefcer. issignee. Cor,ttec Of the estate O,
persons non Dos and other business Of Hducixry
character.
for customers without charge.
. Gnar3nteed Investments furnished. Notes, secured
by Dsd Ut Trust tor sale. Money loaned first Glass
collatersl security and ON real estate.
Our new building. ut the Of 9th and sts, Is
beiig htel up with Safe Deposit Vaults unsurpassed
for safety and consenicnce.
The following authorization of the Comptroller Of the
CURRENCY IS required by is printed Tor the infor
ma,.Un "a the public.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-12-16

KrS,MY NAME Is NOT BOSTON CONNOD
MY NAME IS PATRICK OCoNNOR
came to this country in 1853, in my boyhood, an
in that time there never a charge against hle.
am not building Eouse, stated in The Evening StaI
nave good house, from a good man, MIR. 1hOma
Kirby. who lives at No. 203 st. NV.
PATRICK OCONNOR,
'Rear ~ ST. bet. and X, lst. and N. Cap. s:s n
kASDR. HAYWARD, 80 18TH ST, n. W.
~ cures nervous affections in male female
rheumatism neuralgia. sciati.a, yout tuInors 81
Oldest electrician and only physican in city maxim
speciality of electric treatment. dl6-Iw-
R-,f0UR ATTENTION.
Ds We call your attention in this an
nouncement to three desirable styles IN
Overcoats: First, three shades of Light Gray
Friezc Overcoats. One is cut box, with in
laid Se.ret collar, wool lined; the other two
shades are regular Single breasted Fly front
Overroats, with large velvet collar. wool
lined. very stylish, $l1 Second, Blue Ker-
sey Box Overcoat, inlaid velvet collar. extra
yaiue, slS. Third, Black Melton Double
breasted. wool lined inlad velvet collar, all
the style you wish, SIS.
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sffSf sssiss a. basfe N
Washington. DC. Nov. -. 1850.
p.,s .pS 5ssn
sf se2 s.s t :: % S
asa Vas duly 'qs qssssa
low me to thank y9u for the Hromptness displayed in
sosson n esnns ss does shIss osss % snS
: dues: Is
q II each 'h'rs
diich.w.2w. tsisneD ANNIE CALLAHAN.
E~FnED DEcEMBER l. 1890. R. j. MErGs.
ETE SUPREME SE sSISsps sSSEsS5 $fs5 u THE D,srEicr
Henry Phillips S faa:s IL q Y u iss1 s A''''n ct Al
% IT., 81 1s%s as :Ss
i! Il Is & Is: bS Tr SnSTH
on q ss ss fSs SSan
Ben,andn Q. waltha cause his appear.nce to bs en-
RE- s.; WIN a;:,. !: i SS q oss
s Z !, n q ns sy q
si.," week Tor sres successive assls % SsiOls
A. O. BRADLEY. Justice.
true copy--test; X. ]. ME1Gs, Clerk. n.y..
~ N. A. CLANCY. Assistant Clerk d9-lsw:Iw
'RsIDrl,151Y ~ as1sRPSssSSs AR RPSEsSslr COMPANY
1SoRfH SAfSHEf STREET.
as.as ao.s.
EgS%5Rs I S'sffSshsRRSS y,ss s,..la.a'.
aEHSaN afEGHs1k Y 4 fstshEHHE sSsEHa fssss.s,ss ss,:tcy
BECOMES surety ON bonds Of Exscutors Aduinistra-
tors 6IaIdisns kscsiyer. Trq:tss. &c.. and IN III
Goal.1itss the fidelity q ssissssd ohcsss. CLERKS
Ksssss money dsposs subject to check. and a.
Makes hSns on approved collateral snd Mortgages.
isa leysi depository for Court and Trust funds.
fass:. e. Ssss: ,u.:
Po0LE KNOTT.
0eAsral Agents.
o1s-eo2m 6l0 18th q. NV
R~WEsT kND sTOkK AND PLUNBiN6l
Sii o .si.iscsofy:. ss.tonS dlad f.tro6s. 81 :
heat two sscraes 80 Rsrof Sun. e25 Open Il 4Yen.
i1,s Snsn ay SsoeE Hes.as aovss e cost !So
lEATTkNTIOx. LADrKsi. you DOUBT
s.sx sc!ly puss ssS u sSs S nsaS q sss ~. :.
Css.ssdS iasd q sbsolssely p9S cd frss Am ~
5saArrs o,aGsEzssgsEs q GsssEsssl1ss;s,s ;s,srslI on.
y 81 Safsf 81 iae ~ ssIg;7{|!lg saS ssBl =.
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HSCHEAP, FINE FAST, PRINTING GOOD g.
line billheads, 3 n. for p: single NJ. u 10 /:
class and kin Of rnne. proportionate rates Proofs
SUI sSonitsd and freight or exresssss PREPAID We own
prices 2E estimates inr1iis. Qllick by the GkGAT
Md. dI:f et.it
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-12-16

DIR. W. BURLINGTON WRIGHT HASI
- removed his dental office to go 18th st..
where he has increased facilities for the
of patients. dl:}-lm
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-12-16

The presiding officer laid before the Senate
the Morgan resolution, calling on the Secretary
Of the Treasury for information relative TO the
payment of the claims of John I. Davenport as
supervisor of elections and as circuit court
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DELICATE OPERATION on rrrrs WARD

At Roosevelt Hospital last Monday, eX senator
Peter Ward. of Newburg. subjected To sewers
surgical operation, which became necessary 10 save
his life. Mr.. Ward has suffered for a long time
with a serious throat affection. and when II became
evident that an operation unavoidable. he was
brought TO New York TO be treated. lie was accom-
panied to the city by his son, DIR. Thomas War. and
other members OF his family private room was
placed AZ his disposal at the Roosevelt Hospital 1t
found necessary 10 remove the patients tongue,
and that delicate operation successfully performed
by DIR. Charles McBirncy chief Of the hospital STAFF,
assisted by Assistant Kemp and Others Of he
staff Mr.. Ward resting easily yesterday, ana
at the hospital Il said that the chances were IN
favor OF Ills recovery, but lie can never regain the
power of speech.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1890-11-27
Drsryy,1rOy or AN OLD SOLDIER.

sad case of desttution OF an old soldier ana MS
wife has coma to light. The man IL Frank iIcrbc'
Moncuog AID lives at No. 430 West F!fty -siAth's'
He was "a second lieutenant In the l4th Ne"-'"rh
Volunteer Cavalry. lie served la Louisiana for nine
month, ana contracted spinal disease through cx-
pomrc he has not received cent for his services
lie was never regularly mustered In ana therefore
never discharged. He has been trying to get this
money owing him, and although Congressman A'hDel
p. Fitch has Interested himself In Monchton the Twas
ury Department says the claim cannot BE- allowed be-
caus, he was never regularly mustered into the ser
vice and never discharged. lie has certificate from
his old officer now Police Inspector Conlin. saying that
MonchtOn had done duty IN several companies Of The
regiment. but never appeared Oh the pdy-fOll a. an
onlccr Of the United states Army. ,
lie has been treated al bellevue Hospital Tor the
last months for postericr curvature OF the spne
cornpIcat ID with locomO:or abasa. which hh, caused
him the sighe ol lie FEAR that n VIII
be entirely blind before long. Iii, TWO rooms are
almost bare OF furniture. he j. behind IN his rent and
expects If it is hot paid s0on to DC turned ont into the
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1890-11-27
co,trcr ASSOCIATION MEETING.

Princeton. y j.. Nov. 80 'speciap.-lhr ''.'s -,,
Association Of the Middle STATE ana "i'' ~.
meet IN Murray Hall. Princeton College o. run
,...,,,,.or - and saturday morning, November -
, notable feature Of this meeting VIII oe ''c w,
cussion on Friday morning on the shoF'c'ns VI Wv.
college curriculum. In which Pro'i'r"' "'''"A'' ~,
,obns Hopkins University. aud President r"'''" ~
pn,,.o,o, will take past on Friday afternoon 'hc
,,..hoss II university extension VIII be dIs'u's'i
~ provost Pepper. Of the University OF Frhf>
ro President Low. Of Columbia. l'ipcf' VIII O' iuAo
-. prof.sor stoddar, Of the University oi the ''N
81 vc,y York: by secretary Dewey OF the '"''i''p
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Francis Xavier College; eXi'rcsdeht M'OoSn ~
prlnceton: President yelling. VI Columbia Institute
po...,r Scl,urmar. OF COrue; Professor Patton 81
he University OF Pennsylvania: Professor COOPER VI
uut-crs Professor Root. OF Hamilton blsiop hVao
- tne catholic University President y ~ H N"'''
Lrry aid Prrsldc-t Reed, OF DICKINSON '0liesc. ,,
ihe oprnlng address viii H. given on tH'nl ~ '.
-, it the uIc..dcnt ~ tlI. association, fIt'u.H'
g. X. Adams, Of Cornell University ~ iga't '' lId
ave colleges have signhcd their mtcn'"" - Sc"'
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