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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05
DEATH OF MIR. JOHN A. RUFF.
Brief Sketch OF the Career Of . Wen Known
Citircu.


Citizen.
Grape at the main entrance Of the Central
National Bank announced today TO the depos-
itors and the public generally the sad news OF
the death Of Mr.. John A. Ruff. the cashier Of
the bank. Mr.. Ruff has been for so many years
connected with this bank and prior 10 that with
his own bank that he is widely known in
financial circles. His death was q surprise 10
all except those who knew him intimately.
Two weeks ago he was at the bank and, as
far as casual glance showed. he was in the en-
joyment Of good health He had. however,
been In poor health for the past six months.
but was able to be about and to attend to his
duties until some ten days ago. when he Was
confined to the house. His attending physi-
clans found that the action of the heart was
impaired one Of the effects Of dyspepsia. from
which he had been great sufferer. In spite Of
all that skill could do 10 help him he gradually
grew worse and finally passed away at o'clock
yesterday at his residence, 20S3 p street.
Mr.. Norment the president of the bank.
called special meeting of the board this morn
ing and IN appropriate terms announced the
death of Mr.. Ruff and paid a tribute to his
sterling qualities OF heart and mind. Resolu-
lions were adopted expressive of the loss which
the bank had sustained by this death.
Mr. Ruff. was in his sixty-ninth wear He was
born IN Hartford county, Md, and came to this
city early in life and became interested in the
banking business He was the president Of
the Washington City Savings Bank. which
failed IN 1873. and in connection with
the failure Of that institution he lost his pri-
vGte fortune. The run on the bank was occs-
stoned by some needless excitement. but il was
met firmly by the bank officials and dolla- for
dollar was paid on all deposits. After the
failure of the bank sir. Ruff organized the
Central National Bank, of which he was made
cashier. In this responsible position he per-
formed the duties which devolved upon him
with great ability.
In his personal relations Mr.. Ruff had that
courtesy of manner, that consideration which
endeared him to a large circle OF friends. Mr..
Ruff was one of the founders of the Metropoli-
tan Nj. E. Church at the corner OF AZ aud Z
streets, and a member of the board of
trustees He leaves two sons Mr.. A. Ii. Ruff
assistant cashier of the Central National Bank,
and W. II. Ruff, lawyer, and one daughter
The funeral will take place tomorrow afternoon
at 2 o'clock from the Metropolitan Church.
Rev. DIR. Corey will otficiate. The intermcnt
VIII be at the Congressional Cemetery. The
pall-bearers will be the directors Of the Central
National Bank as follows: Samuel Norment,
Jas. L. Barbour, Vim. Il. Webb, II. Browning.
q. Charlton. Vim. +. Clark. U. I. Thompson,
J. L. Edwards, Levi Woodbury.. W. X. Menden-
hall and Andrew Gleason. also Mr.. Samuel
Fowler, the representative OF the trustees Of
the Metropolitan Church.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

Capt. Jas. E. Eldredgs, senior vice COM
mander Department ofVermont. GAR, is Wis
iting Mr.. II. s. Petty. The visitor during the late
war was captain in the eleventh regiment. YER
mont infantry, and at one time was encan,ped
upon the ground now covered by the residence
of Col. Kniffin at Takoma Park the plot then
being part of the farm Of Mrs. Pettys mother.
Miss Carrie Golden, who has been touring
New York state, has returned.-Miso Matte
Retld is back from Forestville, Prince Georges
county.-Miss Lille Van Ness is at home. after
trip to Templetons. Va.-Misses Irene and
Maud Forsyth of Leesburg, Va, who have been
visiting their aunt. Mrs. VIM. Cross of Wash
ington street, for the past two weeks, returned
to their HON. today.--Dr. Wagner of WASH
ington gave theater party Saturday night
to Miss Jennie Yarger Of Hartlo.on, Pa. DR..
and Mrs. Church accompanied them.-8ir.
John Anderson gave birthday party at his
home Friday evening. Those present we're
Mrs. Day. Mr.. and Mrs. Simpson. Mr.. and Mrs
Moran. Miss Ada Cross, Miss Agnes Mansfield
and Mr.. and Mrs. Anderson of Washington-
Mrs. Boyle Of Congress Heights was visiting
MIR. and Mrs. Peitzinger yesterday Miss
Nellie Adams of Philadelphia is stopping at the
home Of Mr.. Harry GriswOld Of the Anacostia
Railroad Company.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05
SUBURBAN PROPERTY.
A CTUAL GIFT or AGO 10 sl.ooo GIVEN II

A CTUAL GIFT OF $500 TO s1.OO0 GIVEN IN
n cash to make the first payment.
We are going to build Villages new town-close
alongside of old town of great and culture
known location unsurpassed. high. healthy and roll
ing wooded hills and running brooks: quick transit
all parts OF this city Prices low. terms easy small
make. balance small amount monthly. number Of
houses TO be built by the once at different
parts Of the subdivision which viii assure the incas
values Of All lots Prices Of houses 81 400 to zoo
including lot and to be sold At cost. All parties will
have an equal chance Of securing OF the houses and
the lucky ones who do secure viii receive $500 to
SlOO cash 70 make the first payment according to
the size and cost Of the house. We desire to make
this success 70 all. and with sufficient number Of
names sent in the project will be carried out 1t will
controlled BY some Of our best citizens. Those apply
planned hereafter
For further information address, with full name and
address,
ja3-5t VILLAGE, Star once.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

Jos. Beam, man who has been in trouble
many times, was given hearing in the Police
Court today a charge of assaalting his wife.
Policeman Flynn was the officer in the case
and he explained that the woman was so badly
injured that she could not appear. Both her
ewes. the officer said, were dizcolored. and a
colored woman said that Beam inflicted the
injury.
what have You to saw about the case2"
asked the court of the defendant.
Nothing" he replied, except that didn't
beat her."
"How did she get her ewes black?'
''She pus walnut juice ON them"
THAT will do concluded the courtj~ysu
can pay fine of $50 or 60 to jail fer sixty
days"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05
Conflicting and Insufficient Evidence.

Sarah Blue," responded a colored woman,
wearing a sky-blue dress and veil to match,
when asked in the Police Court this morning to
give her name. Sarah was called as q witness
in the case of colored cook-shop keeper
named Chas. Pearson, whose place OF business
is in Majors alley. He was charged by Police
man Wannell with keeping an unlicensed bar.
The witness dressed in blue testified that she
had purchased gin in Parsons place and paid
five cents for it. Mr.. Darlington, for the de-
PENDANT, examined witness to prove that she
she was robbed Of $50 and her
husband said he saw Pearson come out Of the
house. She did not believe he took the money.
but she went to see Linn and after being told
by neighbor that he had been seen coming
out Of her house she threatened to have him
arrested if he did not return the money.
Witness said she had no feeling against him,
for since then she has been in his place and
drank with him. She also went with him to q
fortune teller and he paid 81 for the fortune.
''Who did the fortune teller say took your
money! asked Mr.. Darlington.
.-She said q woman took the money"
''She would tell you anything for dollar"
remarked MIR. Darlington.
The next witness was q neatly dressed colored
woman, who said that Pearson keeps . little
shop in the alley and sells liquor on the "ouist,"
She said she drank whisky and gin in the place
one Sunday until she got intoxicated and the
next day she was sick. She said abe paid s
give evidence a. strong a. abe could and used
the name Of Mira Blue, but the latter con-
tradicted what abe said and the JUDGE asked
Mr.. Dumont If he would AK for . eonviction
on such evidences.
mo, SIR" responded Mr.. Dumout usuch
people as these would swear mans lie away"
The court thereupo1 Dismissed the case.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05
Tho Philosophical Society.

The three hundred and sixty-second meeting
OF the Philosophical Society was held at the
Cosmos Club on Saturday evening last
The following papers we're read: Mr.. G. E..
Curtis, 1.-THE Eot Winds of the Palms." Mr.. O.
I. Macon, THE Study of Religions by the
Methods Of Natural History Mr.. J. Elfreth
Watkins The Log Of the Savannah, Pioneer
Transatlantic Steamship
In connection with Mr.. Watkins paper it is
interesting to note that Mrs. Seely, wife of Col.
+. A. Seely of the patent Office. is the grand
daughter OF Capt. Moses Rogers, who com
manded the Savannah
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

The Amendment Proposed by the Distris
COmrufssiOnera

The Amendment Proposed by the District
Commissioners.
The House District committee have reported
on the new assessment Law for the District
providing for an assessment Of real estate in
1891 and every three years thereafter. The re-
port states that the Commissioners ap-
prove the bill with one amendment
Section fourteen they think should be
Cancelled and q new section added, to
read as follows: THAT the Commissioners are
hereby authorized and empowered, Il in their
judgment the first assessment under this act
cannot DO completed in the time provided for,
to postpone the requirements provided for to
such other date as will give sufficient time for
the board Of assessors and the board Of equal
ization and review to fully complete aid FIRST
assessment. And the Commissioners are also
authorized and empowered to postpone the col
and payable November 1, 1891, until such time
completed and the assessor ready to furnish
the tax bills.
Provided, That such postponemeut shall not
extend beyond the time when the second half
Of the tax becomes due and payable under ex-
Provided further, That The Commissioners
shall give thirty days notice BY six consecutive
publications and not exceeding three news
papers published in the city Of Naahington Of
the day TO which aid postponsment l. made. %
In regard to tho new assessment law the com
mittee have received large number Of requests
for hearings on the proposed act The East
Warrington Annexation and several others
wish to be beard.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05
The Moore VIII Contest.

The will of the late Richard Moore. who died
about year ago near Anacostia, will be the
subject of trial by jury soon, issues having
been found for trial. Mr.. Moore's estate
some fifteen acres of land adjoining Aracostia-
has become quite valuable, and by his will he
lef. it to tive of his children, to the exclusion
Of three others, and the latter charge undue in
flnence. DC. Messrs. Downey & Turpin and J..
Thomas Sothron appear for the caveators
and John Ridout for the propOunders of the
will.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

A Ten Hours' Conference without Results.
The meeting Of the conference committee of
the Amateur Athletic Union and the League Of
American Wheelmen at the Aston House in
New York lasted until after am. yesterday,
the delegation being in session in all nearly ten
hours. They refused to disclose what had been
done, for the reason That nodefinite plan for .
cessation Of athletic hostilities had been de-
cided upon. The athletic representative were
II. Mcmillan, William d. Curtis, @. F. Mathew
son and George W. Carr. The wheelmen were
james r: Dunn, George R. Bidwcll, Charles 8.
Davol, Charles Luscomb and Abbott Bassett.
The meeting adjourned subject to the call Of
the chairman. Meanwhile efforts win be made
TO have the amateur oarsmen send delegation
e the next meeting, which win be held proba-
that some definite and satisfactory rule can be
made in regard to the paying Of athletes sx-
penses-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

Ths John Healy mentioned under the heading
s'The Alleged Adams Express Robbers" in Sat-
urday's SrAR b not John J. Healy, son Of the
hate 1anus d. Healy Of Adams Express-
The Fourth Street n. T. Sunday School
Gospel Temperance Society held their monthly
meeting Yesterday afternoon in the lecture
room, which vas crowded with children. who
were addressed BY Mr.. Thos- h. Martin Of
HEmline Church After some remarks BY the
President 7. b etahl, Is dgnsd the pledes and
40o temperancs eards and tEAeb vefo d.
tributsd.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05
A Jack Pot Poker Case.

Joseph Thomas, who conducted the Rose
dale Club over pool room on It'll street. and
whose place was raided some days aso,appeared
in the Police Court this morning to answer a
charge Of permitting gaming on his premises
Lawyer Nauck, as his counsel, said he would
enter plea of guilty. Judge Miller wanted to
know what sort of gambling was done in the
place. and Sergeant Daley replied that they
played Jack pot poker" The court imposed
u fine Of $50 and costs
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

There will be great gathering Of base ball
men from all over the country in New York city
next week. The meetings of the National
League and the American Association are Off
cially called for January IA, but special meet
ings and conferences win be held several days
before that date, and win continue, probably,
day or two later. The club owners have much
hard work before them, in spite of the fact that
they have routed their once Formidable Toe.
the Players League. There viii also be a meet
ing Of the league and association confere nee
committees to settle up the remaining Players
League tangles.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05
Reception to Miss Alice Fletcher.

At meeting of ladies held at the Vino
daughsis building Saturday it was decided to
tender reception to Miss Alice Fletcher. the
Indian agent, who was recently made fellow
of Harvard University. There were a large
number OF prominent ladies at the meeting
Saturday and the greatest interest was taken in
the proposed tribute to Miss Fletcher The
reception will be held at the rooms of Vino
daughsis some time early in February.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05
THE RECENT PRIZE FIGHT.
The Alexandria County Authorities Begin
Proce edings Against the Participants.

The Alexandria county, Va, authorities have
begun proceedings TO punish the prize fight
ers that violated the law on the south bank Of
the Potomac on New Year morning. Com
monwealth Attorney Clements sent 90 the
grand jury today indictment against James
Brooks and Frank Holcomb. colored. for en-
gaginG in prize fight. A number Of witnesses
were also sent to the grand jury on the subject
and so far the matter has been loft with me
grand jurors. The county authorities pro-
pose to AJAX the legislature 20 allow thcm 10 ssss
the fines from the county court TO pay for
mounted policemen to enforce the law in
Alexandria county.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05
Transfers Of Real Estafe.

Deeds in fee have been fled as follows: J.
A. Prescott to o. S. Fumen, subs 81 TO zs, 50.
6s; e.. J. r. Murray to N. v. Hottell, sub 1,
50. 169; e.. Jno. J. Baker to J. r. Wright
ct al. In trust, pt 8, blk. p, Iangdon Park;
q 900. A. G. Clark to w. b. Pearce, sub 81,
%. 81; g. G. p. Williams to Anna B. Hig-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05
PERSONAL.

MIDDLE-AGED GENTLEMAN OF GOOD STAND
0ing desires acquaintance Of handsome refined single
or widow lady Of 30 or over (non-mercenary) corre
spondence strictly confidential all letters returned
II desired Address Box l56. Star office IT.
WILL PAY $40 CASH TO ANY ONE SECURING
w me agovernlnent position paying $40 or S6o per
mo- Address Miss u. H.. Star ONCE. It,
A UTHORIZED PRIVATE DEFECTIVE AGENCY.
"A Mhliams Co. Communications promptly at
tended 70 and strictly confidential Once open all
hours. M WILLIAMS. Manager. S26 st. n W.
d4-sms
CIvIL SERVICE EXAMINATION QUESTIONS
~ and answers. Send 10 cents to
3. W. FLYNN. A. NJ, Ivy Institute,
d91m Southwest cor 9Th and X SITS. NV
NOW Is THE TIME. WE WILL PAY big
~ Money for gents frst-class second hand clothing.
Address or call at JUSTHS OLD STAND. 6l9 u st.
NV. o.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

Death a Admiral Ghernrdlb wife.
Mrs- Anna r. Gherardi wife Of Admiral Che
rardi, commander Of the south Atlantic squad
ron, died last evening ct the Hotel De st.
George, Brooklyn The immediate cause Of
death was pneumonia The deceased WAS forty
years Of age and the daughter Of Walter n.
Rockwell Il D., q San Francisco. Two Sons
survive her. The intsrmeut win Be Ct Annap-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

Inc HOd CSFf1en' C0nsptF0cy C6so.
In the Court in General Term today Judge
Bradley announced that the motion in arrest
Of Judgment in the case Of Henry Green (the
hod carriers conspiracy easel was overruled
and remanded the case TO the Criminal Court
for sentence. The written opinion win be fled
hereafter.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05
THE TARIFF ON IT.

THE iron enters my sole" groaned the shoe
ss the peg went in.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

Fannie }. Barrett has purchased Of Amanda
I. Belknap for e1i,47 sub 10. &C. squsrs as.
Is by 100 feet on 18th between and Z ssrssss
northwegt
Della n Bennit has purchased Of John A
Prescott for $500 parts and 2, square -,
streets northwest
Yettie HoGermaier bus bought for 50 Of
John Redoret ct al sub - square 90, = ret
front on between sfh and sth strss6 sou>A-
west
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

The two boys-Jamss Chase and Gus john
guilty in the Police Court today and
we're given thirty days each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

Mrs. Rightnesse: ITO be good is to be happy,
my dear"
Mr.. R--who will bear watching: "But that's
q high price to pay for it, isn't it,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

Young Lady: One way to keep q diary is to
lock 1t up in burglar and fire proof safe and
lose the key.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

Three women can take up more room on the
than political procession.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

Money makes the mare Co." remarked
Jones, who is poor.
"And oice cersa," responded Brown, VIII
owns q mare.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

While the rich are having the fun Of the sea-
son, the well-to-do can remember the poor and
keep them from suffering.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05
FOR Observation-Disclosures

'I,Ok sALE-NEkY CHEAP-A ZINE TONED
It Cbicker1nx rosewood square piano; carved legs
&c. and in nice order. for only sl6O; $40 down
and sle Per month, with stool and cover Call az
once THE PIANO EXCHANGE, 9l3 Penn. ave. E-3t
I,OR sALE-vERY HANDSOME BAY CARRIAGE
horse, sound, YOUNG and perfectly reliable; sold
s snd ne m Il s sTA 81 m and II
mont ave. op. Portland ja52t'
L'oR sALE-A BICYCLE; IN SPLENDID CON
Il ditiOn- Also square piano at $50. Apply at Los
Il st. nv IT.
LoR sALE-AT A BARGAIN = APPLEToN's
4 Cyclopedia. IL vols. including index; bound in
leather Address Box az. Star ofice. ja-J-.t'
L'OR sAIE-l0 SHARES GARRETT PARK STOCK
for so share. will sell all part. receiv-
able by the company At ESQ; . share IN payment Of
Address Boz 142, Star ONCE ja5-et'
L'OR sALE-TwO THOROUGHBRED BULL TER
rier pups; to be seen at 170o 18th ST. NV. Call at
L'oR sALE-ATwO-HORsE SURREY AND SET OF
a two-horse harness. very cheap. Call or address
80 Md ave ASST
L'oR SALE-A GRAND BARGAIN IN AMAGNIFI-
u cent Iarxe square Grand dark rosewood piano;
alike with handsome and heavily carved legs and Tyre
and ricn holdings top and bottom. The tone - very
pure and expressive in singing quality. has grand a-
ton three strln-s TO each note very quick respond
IN particular Of superiority
and durability; really one Of tie finest pianos We have
lad on our floors for long time. IL cost go. made
~ orer and has been but little used II can he bought
riyht away account Of leaving the city. full and
Responsible warranty with IL. See this
gam If you want the chance OF \ great sacrihce.
Gan be seen At
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

Over the river-a bridge.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

An eminent surgeon says that with four cuts
and few stitches he can alter q mans face so
his own mother would not know him. That's
nothing. Any newspaper in this country can
do that much with only one cut.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

Il negro sentry q black guard2
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05
SHOOTING STARS.
The wages of gin is debt.
A STAND OFF.

The wages of gin is debt.
STAND OFF.
money makes the mare Co." remarked
Jones, who Is poor.
sand oice versa" responded Brown, who
owns q mare
THE iron enters my sole" groaned the shoe
- the peg went in.
THE TARIFF ON IT.
Mrs. Rightnesse: ITO be good is to be happy,
my DEAR
Mr.. R.-who will bear watching: "But that's
high price to pay for it, isn't it,
Over the river-a bridge.
Ii . negro sentry a black guard2
three women can take up more room on the
pavement than political procession.
Young Lady: One way to keep o diary is to
lock 1t up in burglar and fire proof safe and
lose the key.
While the rich are having the fun of the sea-
son, the well-to-do can remember the poor and
keep them from suffering.
An eminent surgeon says that with four cuts
and few stitches he can alter q mans face SO
his own mother would not know him. That's
nothing. Any newspaper in this country can
do that much with only one cut.
A BASE INSINUATIoN.
Mr.. prose was an old acquaintance and
with the usual freedom incident to that relation
they were talking about him.
HE never laughed in his ife," said one.
That's So" responded the other. Then after
moments thought: IL wonder what was the
matter with him before he got married"
A Georgetown man says his neighbours dog
only barks at night, though there are plenty Of
other things around there to bark at.
The wind is never tempered to the shorn
lamb in Wall street blow
The man with good resolution is beginning
to look for o repair shop.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

A Georgetown man says his neighbours dog
only barks at night, though there are plenty Of
other things around there to bark at.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

The man with good resolution is beginning
10 look for o repair shop.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-05

The wind is never tempered to the shorn
lamb in Wall street blow