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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-12-24
ALEXANDRIA.
TEE PRELIMINARY cHRisrxAs.


The observance Of Christmas began here las
night SO far as the junior Santa Clauses could
bring it on. The horns have scarcely been
silent since and a two days toot is now in sue
cessful progress. There is some fear expressed
by the wee ones lest the reindeer might find il
too hard to pull his sleigh without snow and
that he may be unable to comply with engage
ments with the stockings that are now waiting
for him beside hundreds of Alexandria chitn-
neys. The small boy with his horn and the big
boy with his pistol are abroad and the old town
Is in the mids. of its Christmas eve anticipa-
tions. The Sunday schools are now beginning
their entertainments. The Christmas fcstivi-
st. Paul's P. E. Church. Christ =. Z. Church,
Grace p. Z. Church and at Trinity NJ T..
Church.
FUNERAL OF THOMAS C. REESE,
The funeral of Mr.. Thomas C. Reese took
place this afternoon from his late home on
Patrick street. He was a well-known man on
the line of the Virginia Midland and the Wash
lngton and Ohio railroads, having assisted to
build nearly all the bridges on both lines.
Skilled in his work, quiet and industrious, be
died at the ripe age of seventy-two years, leav-
ing widow, children and grandchildren.
QUIET WELDING.
Mr.. Gustave Bartels of Baltimore and Miss
Elizabeth Justina Schneider were married at
the residence Of the brides father on Washing
ton street Tuesday night, Rev DR.. Worton ofici-
uting. the occasion being most delightful ono.
The happy pair, after = reception, left for q
bridal tour, followed by the best wishes of many
friends.
A CHRISTMAS TASK.
United States Deputy Marshal George W.
Hawkshurst left here yesterday with warrant
for the arrest of some parties charged with vio-
lating the internal revenue law by selling liquor
without license at Kilmarnock, Lancaster
county, Va. He expects to return with the
prisoners tonight.
A Christmas turkey, with the compliments of
Mayor Strauss, will sit with the accompani-
ments on the table of all the policemen tomor-
row, and the process of converting turkey
meat into policemen will be carried oarigor-
ously at dinner time.
The repairs of the dynamos at tho city cleo
trio works having been completed the electric
light illuminated the town again last night.
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An Aid to NIeunHrx.

This morning in Judge Kimbalrs Police
Court Policeman Wash. Sanford of the South
Washington precinct complained againt a col
ored man named Jos. Holland for being dunk
and disorderly and carrying a razor.
Holland was drunk last night and the officer
arrested him on II street southwest. where he
was pacing to aud fro on tue sidewalk and in
dulging in profanity.
The officer told Judge Miller that the pris-
oner said In a loud tone. I'm a Perry Carson
man and don't care for any ~ living"
Holland told the judge that he packed a va
liso for friend and forgot to put the razor
In it.
''You won't forget it again for more than
three months. remarked the Judge as he i'm
posed ID me of Si5 or l0j days on the farm.
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CITY ITEMS.
Presents for Men.

Presents for Men
Silk Initial Handkerchief. white or black. Soc.
and 81.
Silk Embroidered Suspenders, in fancy boxes,
from 81 up.
Elegant Silk Mufflers from 81 up.
Warranted" Kid Gloves, 81, Sl.25, sl.50
and 81
Lined Gloves, Soc. to $3.50.
Beautiful Ncckwear from Csc. up.
Paragon" Frame Warranted Fas. Black Un-
brcllss. 81; better grades up to $40.
100 styles of Dress Shirts to select from;
prices from SOC. to IS.
Derby Hats. ''warranted." our own special
grade. $3.50. All the newest styles.
Underwear. So. to $40.
Complete line of Mackintoshes.
LOEB HIRsH,
9l2 I st. NV.
Ono price. 1t
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Postmaster Sherwood has issued the follow
ing order: The following divisions OF the main
office will be closed to the public on Christmas
day and OF. New Year day: Money order di-
vision, registry division, carriers windows at
main Office will be open from to pm. A
delivery by carriers will he made at 8 am.
Collection for entire city will be made at ) am.
and pm. The following stations will be
open TO the public for the transac ton Of bust
ness as follows: East Capitol station, 6 to ~ a.
M, 8 to pm. Georgetown station, 6 to II a.
m, ) to pm Station c, 8 to 10 am. South
west station 6 to ~ a. NJ, s to DIN.
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CONDENSED LOCALS.

JAMES Warts, eolored had his ankle broken
yesterday by the cave, in of ar excavation at
18th street and Woody lane. He was sent to
Freedman's Hospital.
ELLA CHASE. eolored. was taken with a fit at
the Riggs Market last evening and sent to her
home. l220 X street northwest.
Mr.. T. U. PoLKINHoRN has been quite i'll at
his home. but is improving.
The FUNERAL or Mn. JAMES CrRLEY one of
the Oldest citizens of Laurel. Nd who died on
Tuesday. will take place tomorrow from the
Centenary VI. E. Church OF that place. Mr..
Curley was the first mayor of Laurel and was
greatly respected. He had many friends In
this city.
"DIE CoSCoRDiA' is the name of little
paper, the first number of which has just been
issued. 1t Is published in the interest of Con-
cordia Church and is edited by the pastor,
Rev. Ernst Drewitz.
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Yesterday was policy daSin Judge Miller's
court, there being fourteen cases Of alleged
violations Of that law. In eight cases counsel
appeared and demanded jury trials. The de-
PENDANTS in the cases were William Brooks,
George Davis. Samuel I. Turner, James Budd.
James P. Horbach, John Jones. L. r. Thomas
and William Carter. Joseph Thompson and
each. The cases OF Amanda Tabs, W. H.
Otfutt aud George Jones were no.le pressed.
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Milwaukee After the Convention,

The executive committee having the matter
OF securing the democratic national convention
for Milwaukee in hand met last night in that
city. Mayor Somers, who is at the head Of the
movement announced that he had received
several encouraging letters from members Of
the national committee. A subcommittee was
appointed to select q committee of 100 to 20 to
Washington by a special train January II. 1t
has been ascertained that the Milwaukee hotels
will accommodate $1,000 persons. Numerous
applications have already been made for quar-
tiers by eastern parties, who say they feel
confident that the convention is going there.
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CAROLS defeat cost Frisco sports some
money, but what they lost is nothing TO what
they would have sunk had Myers Chicago
friends sent out coin to the Frisco pool rooms.
Although the Carroll men we're willing to give
odds OF $40 to 81 Tuesday afternoon, no money
could be found. Bob Fitzsimmons must have
been completely cleaned ont. he declared
before he had left San Francisco that lie would
bet everything he could borrow on Carroll.
Fitzsimmons has lost by his partnership with
Carroll, for Jimmy has induced him to 20 into
several losing speculations. "Fitz" had so lit
tie cash that he was forced to borrow enough
to pay his fare TO New Orleans
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CITY AND DISTRICT.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

ALnArcHs--GusW Williams in "Keppier's Fog
tune"
NATIOSAI--Chas. Dickson in '.Incog"
ACCIDENT OF MUsIC--Chas. Frohman's Com
raHy in Jane
HARRIS BTIOU.--Devoy i Snliley's Interna-
tional Comique.
kERSAN's LYCEUM THEaTEE.-Jas. Ii. Wallick
IN The Bandit King
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1t is stated that the czarina has decided to
accompany her son on his coming visit to Paris.
She will be conveyed to Brest on the royal
yacht and will be escorted by several men-of-
war. Thence she will so direct to Paris,
where she will make short stay prior to her
trip to Nice. She will be fcted throughout her
visit to France and the indications are that
her journey will be one long ovation.
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PRoR.rE CorIr-.I1t11np Ham
ANACOSTIA.
PRESENTATION TO A SECRETARY.

FERMENTATION TO A SECRETARY.
4 large number of the ladies of John A.
Logan Relief Corps, No. z, met last night a.
tine residence on Maple avenue of the pres-
dent. Mrs. Anna A. Peek, and then wendell
their WAY to the home of the secretary Miss
Corie NJ. Etzler. Mrs. Peek raped the meet
ing to order and Mrs Ann Baxter, in q few
felici,ously chosen words. presented Miss
Etzier with q breastpin of Cral gold appro-
priately inscribed. Mrs Baxter complimented
the faithful service OF the secretary and
eulosizei her as the fairest flower OF the
corps. Miss EtZler replied ftt!ngly.
BILLIE SOCIETY MEETING.
The Baptist Bible Society met last night at
the residence of Mrs. A. J. Williams and ex-
changed scriDturai ideas. Mrs. Williams made
such an excellent hostess that the feast was not
solely one CT reason. II vas the quarterly re-
view.
RELIEVING THE DESTITUTE.
A sad case of destitution came to light YES
terday and was immediately taken in hand by
Saint Teresa's Conference of the Society of
Saint Vincent dc Paul 1t is that Of a white
Protestant family living to the northeast OF
Anacostia. This is the fourth case of the kind
that has come to tic notice of tine conference
during the past few DAYS The drain upon it is
at present SO great that few entertainments
will be given TO replenish the treasury.
NOTES.
Officer Jack Reagan has returned to night
duty and Officer William T. Anderson has
mounted guard after CHARACTERIZATION.
officer Branson is suffering from lame hand
caused by horse bite.
Superintendent C. w. Davis Of Bethlehem
Colored Baptist Sunday school presided over a
meeting last night that perfected arrangements
for Sunday school Christmas tree to be set up
next Tuesday. Rev. William II, Phillips, pas
n Of Ratblebepn l.cb
farewell sermon to the Sunday school next Sab
bath afternoon and that tc his congregation on
january TO-
Mr. and Mrs. II. G. Kenner of Fillmore street
are in Richmond, Va.
Last night was inspection night for Johr. A.
Logan Post No. -. but the officers of inspec-
tion did not show up. John H. Anderson was
mustered in. Comrade Frisbie presided. The
newly elected officers will be installed et the
first meeting in January.
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A Protest from the Tederatlon.

At the meeting Tuesday night of the Fedora
ton of Labor the secretary was directed to
call the Commissioners attention to a reported
violation Of the building regulations by the
contractors who are constructing the power
house Tor the Washington and Georgetown rail-
road. The charge is that the joists in the build
ing are being laid with square ends, when the
regulations plainly state tina. they shall be
beyeled
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Death of Mrs. Mary Helen Baird.

Mrs. Mary Helen Baird. widow of the late
Prof Spencer F. Baird of the Smithsonian In
stitut.on, died yesterday at her home. 1il5
Massachusetts avenue. after q long illness. at
the age of seventy-one. The immediate cause
Of death was Brights disease. Mrs. Baird was
n native OF Vermont and daughter of the late
Sylvester Churchill. inspector general of the
army. She had lived in Washington for the
past forty years. One daughter survives her.
The funeral will take place from her late home
on Saturday afternoon.
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The Florence Dramatic Club.

The Florence Dramatic Club (named in
honor of the late W. J. Florence) has been
organized by the following named ladies and
gentlemen: President, Mr.. Philip Burnstein;
vice president, Mr.. Abe Gradwohl; secretary
and treasurer, MIR. Phil Friediander, and gov.
errors, Mr.. Leonard Mayer aud Lew Metzger,
besides Mr.. Lew Herzog, Mr. Aaron stern,
Mr.. Doc. Kaufman, Miss Ray Burnstein, Miss
Belle Leyey and Miss Rosa Colmau.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-12-24

Ida Rutson, the pretty seventecn-year-old
daughter Of farmer at Libertyville near Chi
cago, was fatally shot yesterday by Tom Daw-
son. who Immediately killed himself Dawson
was deserter from the army, and was en-
ployed by the girls father as farm hand. Tho
tragedy occurred in barn where Ida had
gone 80 feed a sick hog. Dawson attempted TO
turn her caresscs TO himself He met with
poor success, and pulling ont pistol fired
three bullets into the girls breast and head.
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w. NJ. SINISTER & Sous
TEN PER CENT OFF FOR CASH.

RECOGNIZING THAT BUSINESS IN OUR LINE
is FULLY ONE MONTH BACKWARD, AND HAv-
ING AN OyERsTOCK OF FINE CHOICE GOODS.
WE HAVE DETERMINED TO REDUCE OUR
STOCK WITHOUT DELAY. AND SHALL pEG1N
ON MONDAY. NOVEMBER 30. AND ALLOW A
DISCOUNT OF TEN CENTS ON THE DOLLAR IN
LARGE OR SMALL PURCHASES FOR CASH. OUR
STOCK IS WE'LL KNOWN TO CONTAIN GOODS OF
ALL DESCRIPTION AND OF THE BEST MANU-.
FACTUREs IN EUROPE AND AMERICA. SILKS.
FABLES, RlIADEIMEssE. BENGALINEs, VEL
VETS. PLUsHEs. sEaGEs. HENRiErTAs, DAG.
oNALs. BEDiORDs. PLAIDs. STRIPES, AND IN
FACT MAGNIFICENT LINE OF FIRsr-CLAss
DRY GOODS. ON ALL OF WHICH WE WILL ALLOW
TEN PER CENT OFF FOR CASH. WE ALSO HAVE
AN ELEGANT LINE OF HosEM UNDERWEAR
AND THE MOST COMPLETE LINE OF HOUSE.
KEEPING GOODS, SUCH AS TOWELS, NAPKINS.
TABLE LINENS. CRASHES. BEDspREADs.
BLANKETS. &C.. ALL OF WHICH ARR AT THE
LOWEST MARKET VALUE. AND IAN ADDITIONAL,
DISCOUNT OF TEN CENTS ON THE DOLLAR
FOR CASH.
v. II sHUsTER L soma
oa9 Pa AVE- no1l
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The Pattcn Estate.

Justice Hagner has had before him in the
Equity Court foE>sGxernl days past the case of
Augusta p. Glover agaM ct Mary E. Patten-a bill
to establish lien onAthe real estate of her
mother. the late AnastasiaF otten-Mr. Glover
appearing for complainank End Mr. II. E. Davis
tor the respondent. The1afguments have been
completed and the justice reserved his de-
cisiO,.
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FEEL LIKE A NEW MAN.
HOODS SARSAPARILLA
HEREDITARY HUMoRs

Easily cured in childhood by the CUTICUIA RENE.
DIES the purest and best of all hurnor cures Skin,
scalp and blood Diseases with loss OF hair are speed
lily, permanently and economically cured in early life
thus avoiding Of torture, disfguaraon and men
al as well physical suffering. Parents. remember
his and do your duty. 10
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Christina. Morning Mt Noun. Vernon.

Capt Blake announces fast-fying trip of
the steamer Manchester to Mount Vernon, the
tomb Of Washington, on Christmas morning.
The Manchester will leave her wharf. foot Of eth
street. at &c a and return by 2:20 IN.
Fare for the round trip, 81, including atimis-
sion TO the mansion aad grounds OF Mount
Vernon The Manchester is steam Heated
throughout and comfortable.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-12-24

Wilbor's Compound of Pure Cod Liver
Oil and Lime
Cures Coughs, Colds, Asthma, bronchitis and
all ScrOfalous Humors. Persons who have been
taking Cod Liver Oil will be pleased to learn
that DR.. Wilbor has succeeded. from directions
of several professional gentlemen, in combin-
ing the pure oil and lime i'll such manner
that it is pleasant to the taste and its effects
in Lung complaints are truly wonderful. Very
many persons whose cases were pronounced
hopeless. and who had taken the clear Oil for q
long time without marked effect, have been en-
| tireiy cured by using this preparation. Be
| sure and get the genuine. Manufactured only
by AZ y. WIL8oR, Chemist, Boston. Sold by all
druggists. d22-colw
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Death of Mr.. Henry Iie-mann.

Nr. Henry Liesmann, who died Tuesday at
his home, No. Gji L street northwest. was n
uell-knovn citizen OF Washingtor. He was
tIH:y-tiye years old. and was born ia the wear
1926 in Germany. lie came to Baltimore in the
year 1854. and after residing :here eight wears
came TO this city. where he lived until his
death He was cabinet maker BY trade and
for a number OF years Was u furniture dealer
here
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-12-24
I, B: T g'.; ss, 4 S S9s.

7, B: TewsEn 4 Soy.
DRY GOODS DEALERa
1916 9Th It. n. V.
One Bale Unbleached Cotton. Sc.
he'd Table Linen fast colOrs. 20.
10-4 Atwood blankets. "a.
ia Atwood Blankets. x5.
10-A Blapkets textra bargain), Csc
Dleacned Table Linen. 2oc.
Untieached Sheetng, 10-4 wide. 15c.
Bleached sheetine, 10 wide, lie.
Bleached Pillow Case Cotton. &c. and 1Oc.
We have Just received large hne OF Napkins worth
15c doxen, SC.
Iailies' wool skirts extra long, al
80 dozen Geuts' Ties worth from 25c. to Co. Cor 24c
each.
Extra Heavy Canton Drawers SOC.
: Dress f1snnels IN yards wide. Soc.
hlsck Aenrietta. al wool. from SOC. up,
feathef-pfoof Ticking, 15c.
Dreaslnakefxs Cambrfc, &c.
lAce,cprtatna u all prices from SSc. M.
. LafGc nne pf Underwear. Bed Comforts. Whit
splSsSs. hues fAos Govern. Corssts, Cashmere, &C.
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Original. No. "a
Sroser PuDp1Sa. :.
By MARION HARLAND.

By MARION HARLAND.
full cups of Hour tablespoonful Of melted butter
1 cup Of powdsred sugar. eggs-the whites only
whipped stiff. 2eups Of milk. tesspoonful Of rose
water other colorless favorinS extract. full tea
spoonful of CIeveland's baking powder.
Rub butter and SUGAR to cream. stir in gradually
tho milk, then the fro:hed whites; lastly and very
lightly the nouf which hiss been sifted twice with the
baking powder. Bake IN cups or mould. Eat hot
with liquid sauce.
Use only CYeceiands taEine perder. the proportion,
are made for that.
Cleveiands Baking Powder is absolutely the best.
because:
1t Is pure and wholesome;
riches. in cream of tartar
hiehe3. in leavening power;
Food raised with it keeps moist and fresh-
1t is the most economical;
always gives uniform results;
is absolutely free from adulteration.
One trial proves its superiority.
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OCEAN STEAMERS.


LIAM LINE. ROYAL MAIL STEAMSHIPS
"A GLASGOW TO PHILADELPHIA DIRECT
lpfernediate. 80. steerage. . 10.
NEW YORK AND GLASGOW. FORTN1GHTLl
Cabin tassage $40; second class ESQ. steeraGc, 10
BALTIMORE AND lliEkfOOL SERVICE
via HALIFAX and St Johns. y. r.
Steamers sail from Baltimore fortnightly.
Apply TO o. ". MOSS yel Pa ave. OF
noo6.sm Mrs. d. A. BtlooNAN. WASHINGTON
TROPICAL TOURS
Novel and interesting trips 10 the beautiful English
Island OF Jamaica and the many old world Of the
spanish Main. occupying two weeks longer, by the
Atlas line OF steamers. About
FIVE DOLLARS A DAY
def-ays all necessary EXPENSES OF visit to jamaica
Hayti. Colombia Nlcaragu and Costa kica Only
cabin passengers. for pamphlet address PIN. foR,
WOOD CO.. AGENTS. state St New York. nos -eo5H
HORT ROUTE TO LONDON.
~ NORDDEUTSCHER LLOYD s. s. c..
Fast Express Steamers,
To Southampton lLoudon. havre), Brenen-
Ems, We'd. Dec. - noon: Hayel. Tues Dec. % .
r. In Iraye. Tues. Jan >. 10 Ems. 1ue.. Jan.
~. y m saaie 1ues.. Jan. 49, al. Elbe, sat.
Jan. B. IL an
Comfortable state excellent table luxurious
FALCON appointments Prices: LIST cabin, .5 and up
ward a berth. according location. I'd cabin x.I9A
berth steerase ~ low rates- Appy T. 4. DROOP.
923 Penn. ave. d.
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4 'hIsAFLAAE AND OrIO RAILWAY.

ECHEDULE IN EFFECT NOVEMBER H. Isnl
rains leave daily from mon station az. and /,
9Th and l. streets.
Through the grandest scenery Ia America with the
handsoInest and most complete solid Train Service
West HON Washington
2V D. NJ Cincinnati Fast Line. with dining car
from Washington and Solid Iran Cincinnati with
ouf Change, arriving At Cincinnati at - 10 a.
nectlns IN the Union depot Tor Indianapolis. 81.
LOuis &C.
IL 40 pm. the famous IF + Nestilyyle Linii,ed"-
solid NestOule train with dining for Cincinnati.
Quo. Lexington ard Louisville. ny, en-
clniat at u - pm. Lexington a. 20 Louisville
~ m. connecting IN mon deIots Tor all points.
OO o. Express Tor Oorons Sllle tesvlllex
RichnIond, MaypesbOro' stAunton and principal ylr
sinta points.
10. 81 a. via r. i. andP Railway and Richmond 70
Ola Point Comfort and Norfolk-ONLl RAIL LINZ
Pullman locstions and Tickets Offices.
5l3 aud lisl Penna. ave.
nol6 4. ". FULLER. Gent Passenger Agent.
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Coon gold glasses. IS. MExrLER's, cor. A..

IF any retail dealer tells Won that lie has the
Crawford shoe You can easily ascertain il II IL
genuine by observing if il Is plainly stamped
on the bottom of the sole with the words The
Crawford Shoe" This shoe is never sold TO
dealers and can only be obtained at one OF orr
many Crawford shoe stores. VIII be open this
evening untll II O'Clock.
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1Oc. Royal Glue! Lansburghs. d24-
Tea For All

Tea For ALL
Everybody likes Thea-Nectar everybody wants
1t and nearly everybody uses it. Don't be an
exception Call and get package. Spec ial
present with every pound. 60c Warranted to
suit all tastes. A handsomely decorated china
bread and milk set, three pieces. given with a
two-pound box OF A. Il Z. Baking Powder
Checks given with every rs cents worth of Tea,
Coffee, Baking Powder or Condensed Milk.
Look out for the Home Guard during Christ
mas week; don't miss it. The GREAT ATLANTIC
AND Pacific TEA COMPANY, SOL and 500 7th
street north west corner L street d22-5t
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WILL BE OPEN

THE CRAWFORD SHOE is as easy slipper
when first worn and comfortable until wo-r
out VIII DC open this evening until IL o'clock.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-12-24

A New Idea-Sautter's, SOP 9th st. n. w.. set
the best Csc. lunch in the city from II to z
Strictly first-class. Try one.
d23-St c. A. SAUrTEg zoo 9th at n "
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Hit tyifIi m Ston,

Abouts go o'clock yesterday al alteration took
place in the excavation ri ie;h street and
lane between Isaac Lucas ard WA. Creamer, in
which the latter struck Lucas with stone.
badly injuring him. Lucas was taken to
Freedmans Hospital AID C-ear.er vas arrested
b. Uf.ccr West
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-12-24

Low HATES VIA d. & o. 7. L. ron CnaIs1NAs
AND NEy YEAR HoLIDAys-For Christmas and
New Year holidays the H. & D. Il. r. will sell
tickets at greatly reduced rates at all stations
east Of the Ohio river. Tickets will be sold from
December % to January /, inclusive, and will
DO valid for return passage until january 1,
inclusive.
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LOCAL MENTION,
rnrHrAsr TIIL EIGHT A. N. FRIDAY.

FORECAST TILL EIGHT A. NJ FRIDAY.
Tor the District of Columbia. MARYLAND and
Virginia. rain probably clearing Friday morn
ing; slightly cooler: winds shifting to westerly.
All a ann "1 ass pm. SIS Low nv. S " PM
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1Oc. Royal Glue! PaIais Royal. d24-Im

Marvellous Fuel-Sestalit-No smoke, no
odor and gas. no stovepIpe or chimney; not ex-
plosive. L. II. HOPKINS, 9a5 st. NV.
di9-s,tGth-3t*
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PRESENTATION NEcKwEAR.

Appropriate cOI0rs and patterns in men $
scaris- Our lines from &c. up are the most
complete III the city.
FRANC 4 SoS, One Price, coz eth and ID.
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THE COURTS.
CIRCUIT CoCRr-,ItttQe

CIRCUIT CoURr--J,tcqe NOntgo7ne1y
YesterGay-Brocks agt. L. ard Il. Railroad
Company: verdict FOR plaintiff, bond $1,000
motion for new trial filed.
EoUITY CoURr-J,lclge Hcgner.
les.erdny-licberman aSt. Roach, auditors
report confirmed. Wolfsteiner agt. Ward; pro
confesso and testimony before W. Herbert
Smith: Glover agt. Patten, argued and sub
mitted.
PROBATE CoUET-.T'tdge Hdgner.
Eesterday-Estate OF John Hoover; order
discharSlns collectors, making allowance for
attorneys fees and issuing letters of admins
tration to \. A. Birney, bond $4,000. Estate
Of Katie H. OlmsteAd; petition for setting aside
probate and will, &C.. filed.