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The Sunday herald and weekly national intelligencer., 1891-12-27

ton prima donna, was in the city during the
past week. Mr.. Chrisman says that Miss
Decca's Western tour was a brilliant success,
and that in every city the gifted singer was
received with the greatest enthusiasm. Miss
Decca arrived in Washington Tuesday, and
will spend the holidays here She then goes
to Boston and New York to fill engagements.
Beerbohm Tree calls Ibsen, "the dsmstist
Of perpetual night" How soon Tree would
change his tone IL he made nice, fat box
Office success in one of Ibsen's dramas.
Minneapolis man has brought suit against
Manager Conklin, Of the Grand Opera House
in that city, for the reason that his view Of
the stage was obstructed by two large hats
worn by ladies sitting before him.
The New Orleans critics spoke enthusiastic
ally OF Rheas work in the new old play "La
Czarins." The play In said to possess
happy combination OF the interests OF tragedy
and the sparkle OF comedy.
Minnie Maddern Flsk's one-act play, "The
Rose" was produced by Rosina Vokes' Com
pany In Boston last week, and seems to have
been marked success. Felix Morris, In the
part of an aged French nobleman, made one
of the most pronounced hits of his career
Forty rich men In New York and Boston
have subscribed a large sum OF money that
will be used to build and run a theatre In
New York for Richard Mansfield. For long
time 1t has been Mr.. Mansfeld's cherished
hope to act at the head of permanent stock
company in that city. Eben Jordan, Of the
Boston dry goods house of Jordan, Marsh q
Co., is actively interested In the scheme The
ground for the site Of the theatre has been
bought. 1t is said to be located on West
Twenty ninth street, off Fifth avenue.
Frank l. Frayne's company has gone to
pieces because of bad business
Mr.. r. j. Dustan, who will appear this
week in "The Cadi," at Albaugh's, assuming
the title ROLL has many friends here who will
remember him as having played the Jack Of
Hearts, in Mr. Sousa's operetta, produced
here some years ago. Mr.. Dustan is a very
clever artist, and his work in 1.-THE Cadi'
has been highly commended wherever the
company has appeared The Brooklyn Eagle
speaking of the performance, says: "The
play was enlivened by capital singing in the
first and third acts Mr.. Dustan was com
PEELED to repeat the 'Prodigal Son. until he
was weary"
| They say that John Drew is being ''taker
up" by New York's gilded aristocracy-and
| Sunday newspaper says that 'he Is an ex
| ceedlngly well-mannered man, who takes
| kindly to his social opportunities"
| Maude Haslam finds fault with Goethe fol
| saying that no original thought has come tt
us since the days of Aristotle. She says tina
she has fifty in a day. There's fortune wait
ing for Maude in some play with a goot
| thinking part.
The Sunday herald and weekly national intelligencer., 1891-12-27

Last week was decidedly one of comedy.
There was comedy at the National, at AL
baugh's, and at the Academy. "Incog,"
farcical effort, claiming the authorship of Mrs.
Romualdo Pacheco, held the boards at the
lrst-named house, with Mr.. Charles Dickson
billed as the star. sIncog' is very amusing
in places but its humor is strained at times,
and consequently leaves an impression Of dis
appointment in the minds Of the auditor. The
company is good one, containing Others be-
side the star of excellent ability. Gus Will
liams, at Albaugh's, in 'Keppler's Fortunes"
drew fair houses. He is exceptionally popu
lar here among an enthusiastic class of citi-
zens and his reception was consequently
warm one. ''Keppler's Fortunes" is play
of German home life that is sufficiently flex-
ible to admit of extensive run-making and the
introduction of numerous appropriate songs,
and it will undoubtedly meet with pro-
nounced success through the season. The
best attraction of the week, however, was at
the Academy, where Mr.. Charles Frohman's
company of artists presented the new and sue
cessful farce-comedy, "Jane," before excel
lent houses. "Jane'' differs from the general
order of farce-comedies in the respect that
it possesses a plot of considerable interest and
makes no demand for other than first class
legitimate acting. The company presenting
the piece is one of high excellence. Miss
Johnstone Bennett in the title role, Mr. Paul
Arthur as Charles Shdkleton, Mr.. NJ. G. Daily
as Mr.. KerShaW, and Mr.. r. F. Cotton as
William, all did charming work and fully sus
tanned the reputation which the play and the
company have established.
The Sunday herald and weekly national intelligencer., 1891-12-27

writers of the libretto of the popular
- Erminie." " Niobe'' comes with strong
recommendations from Boston and New York,
having only just finished an engagement of
over 100 nights in the last named city. 1t is
and therefore utterly unlike any of the so-cailed
farcecomedies Of the present day. 1t is
claimed for "Nobe' that the dialogue is
bright, crisp, and witty and that the situations
are ludcrously funny and that the audiences
of continual laughter from the beginning to
the end of the comedy An excellent cast
(the same as seen in New York will present
the comedy in Washington and the original
unique scenery and equipments will be also
seen here. The production will be under the
direct supervision of Ben Teal (of Abbott and
Teal), joint owner OF the comedy and one OF
the foremost stage directors of the day. There
will be the usual matinees and an extra holi-
day matinee New Years Day.
The Sunday herald and weekly national intelligencer., 1891-12-27

Royal Star Quartette, Messrs. Perry, Walden,
Eisenberg, and Shadrlck, and the popular
comedians, Charles Edwards, w. F. Shea, Eu.
gene Eberly, Jose lie Bare, and the original
"Aunt Bridget" James Quinn. Lottie Win
nett and Marie Clayton. who assume two OF
the prominent characters in the play, are said
to be two OF the handsomest women on the
American stage. Miss Winnett is a tall,
stately blonde OF the Grecian type. Miss
Clayton is just the reverse in stage style, and
is pronounced brunette. She was recently
invited to pose for profile picture to be used
in design submitted for the new silver dol
lar. "His Nibs" will occupy the theatre dur
ing the entire week
The Sunday herald and weekly national intelligencer., 1891-12-27
HARRIS BIJoU THEATRE.

His Nibs the Baron" to lie tho Attrac-
tiOn at This Theatre This Week.
'Hs Nibs the Baron" a musical comedy Of
the legitimate type, by Edwin Hoist, the au-
thor and composer who is responsible for
sour Boarding School," "Rooms for Rent"
and other popular plays, will be presented for
the first time in Washington at the Harris BIZ
jou Theatre this week. While ''His Nibs" is
dependent to an extent on dramatic worth
and legitimate action for success the plot is
cleVerly constructed for the consistent intro
duction OF novelties in specialties, scenic, and
mechanical effects, songs, dances, concerted
eYolutions, and spectacular dlVersties that
have become part of later-day farce-come-
dies Among the features offered in His
Nibs' are the Mirror and 'shoo Shoe"
dances, two entirely new terpiscorean efforts;
the Sisters Leigh, acrobats and dancers; the
The Sunday herald and weekly national intelligencer., 1891-12-27
NYE's COMEDY AT AnBAUGH's,
''The Cadi'' on the Bills as the New
Year Week A ttractinn.

''The Cadi' on the Bills the New
Year Week Attraction.
Bill Nye's comedy, ''The Cadi," will be the
New Year offering at Albaugh's Opera House.
If "The Cadi'' is anything near as humorous
as the other creations of Bill Nye, the patrons
of Albaugh's will be sure to bid the old year
laughing farewell and greet with smiling
welcome the new. 'sThe Cadi' comes direct
from New York, where it has had a most sue
cessful run OF 125 performances at the Union
Square Theatre. Like Hazel Kirk, "Old
Homestead Colonel Sellers" and Gala
bama," it was the talk of New York. Bill
Nye has given the stage what the public want
good, clean, bright, and catchy comedy
The cast will be the same as it was In New
York, so will the scenery and effects. 1.-THE
Cadi'' matinees will be given Friday (New
Year's) and Saturday. AT the last matinee
Manager Albaugh will present every little one
with pretty doll assisted by The Cadi.
The Sunday herald and weekly national intelligencer., 1891-12-27
How to Wear Jewels.

Boston Gazette.
Don't wear too many Of them.
Don't wear cheap ones.
They should be the decorative part OF the
costume.
Opals make beautiful necklace.
They should be worn only by brunettes.
Topazes are becoming to any style OF
beauty.
poor conYersationalist should never wear
diamonds.
Don't wear large diamonds.
Amethysts are becoming to petite blondes.
Harmony in design should always be
sought
Pearls are universally becoming.
Moonstones look well on pale people
Coral is becoming to any one with good
color.
Cat's-eyes look we'll on negative, colorless
people.
Canoes are effective for people Of fresh
complexions.
Rings should harmonize with the costume
Great reduction sale this week at Eiseman
Bros, 9TH and e., prior to taking inventory,
January l.
The Sunday herald and weekly national intelligencer., 1891-12-27
Notes of the Stage.

Augustus Pltou has just purchased another
new American comedy which will be placed
in rehearsal at once by the Pitou Stock Com
pany. 1t is the work of well-known lady
writer and is descriptive of diplomatic life in
Washington society. This Will be the third
American play this organization has produced
this season. During their engagement at the
National Theatre, which is for one week com
mencing Monday, January 4, they may also
produce new one-act Lever r-de-rideau.
Mr.. Francis Leon Chrisman, manager for
Mile. Marie Decca, the Well-known Washing
The Sunday herald and weekly national intelligencer., 1891-12-27

in it's first part has attempted to outshine the
most perfect spectacular productions. The
opening scene is said to be a veritabe sensa-
uion of the resources of the scenic artist and
the costumer. 1t is stage picture that capti-
Yates the eye and leaves an indelible impress
sion on the mind Of the huge capabilities of
the mimic world The ear is enchanted with
sweet melodies that are waited across the
stage from rich musical voices, accompanied
by sweet-toned Instruments The typical
French danseuse forms pleasant feature.
She will be seen in all her native grace and
matchless art, whirling under the caption OF
the Jardin Mabille Whirlwind Dancers, who
have proved the sensation of the season every
where. Bright speciality artists contribute
toward an olio that is far above the average,
including Sam Barnard, May Adams, Smith
and Lord, Wood Sisters, late of the Wood
family; Fitzgerald and Kelly, The Devan
Trio, and Lizzie B. Raymond. Nothing could
be richer than the bright burlesque, 'Adam
and Ewes Daughter" with its shapely flowers
of Paradise Matinees Tuesday, Thursday,
and Saturday, and New Years. Next week
Henry Burlesque Company.
The Sunday herald and weekly national intelligencer., 1891-12-27
THE STRONG MAN.
He Should Have No Greed for Power,
But for Usefulness.

But for Usefulness.
Popular Science Monthly.
Hero-worship is well if 1t simply means
sincere admiration for noble qualities; but 1t
is misleading in the highest degree if it causes
us to trust for great results to the action Of
this or that masterful individuality. To day
the common sense of most" is the most
potent factor in all social and political prog"
ress and no man is wise who does not bear
this in mind. There Is ample scope still for
the exercise of the highest moral and in
tellectual qualities, and the true hero may yet
win the admiration and gratitude OF society;
only, what is required is that he should know
the structure and laws of the society in which
he lives, and seek rather to give the best ex-
preston to the tendencies of the time than to
Impose his own individuality on his contem-
poraries. Only he who, in profound sense,
obeys, possesses the secret OF rule. The times
are favorable, we think, for the presentation
of new political ideals. Strong men OF the
old type, iron-handed warriors, and stern
legislators are out of date; On the other hand,
the want of firmness and principle In connec-
tion with political affairs was never more con-
spicuoue. We want new race OF strong men
In whom the gamester element shall be wholly
absent, and who shall aim to accomplish their
ends not by personal tours de force, nor yet by
craft and lattery, but by steady adherence to
principle, and patlenJ euOrtS TO awaken the
public to a sense of their true interests.
The strong man OF the future will be strong
in knowledge and in social sympathy; and his
strength will be spent, not In efforts to per-
petuate his personal ascendency, but in efforts
to develop all that is best in the society of the
time The true strong man as we conceive
him will have no greed for power; his good,
If such it may be called will be for usefulness;
and he will show his strength by his willing
ness to retire at any moment from public
to private position rather than prove un-
faithful to his convictions or do any anything
unworthy of man of honor.
Strickly speaking, man who with adequate
| knowledge and intelligence tries faithfully to
serve the public, can never De obscure, though
offices should not seek him nor caucuses make
mention of his name. The public at large will
recognize and honor his efforts, and his in
fuence may be greater In private station
| than that OF score Of average Legislators.
| We do not, however, look to our educational
| institutions to do much to develop this new
| type of citizen; we trust rather to genera
educative influences that are abroad in the
| world.
The Sunday herald and weekly national intelligencer., 1891-12-27
LITTLE PUCK"
A Capital Performance Promised at the
Academy This Week.


That excellent comedian, Frank Daniels, has
made fame and fortune since he was last seen
in Washington. He was here five years ago,
when he was trying to whip "Little Puck"
into shape. 1t wasn't particularly brilliant
affair then, but the comedian persevered, and
the fact that this is the fifth year of the piece
and that Daniels has made himself rich with
it, proves pretty conclusively that he sue
ceeded His engagement at the Academy this
week will therefore be watched with consis-
erable interest. Washington play-goers al
ways admired Frank Daniels, and If he has
in 'Little Puck" the really bright and funny
play he is universally conceded to have, his
engagement at the Academy will be protita-
BILE one The piece has been pronounced by
long odds the best of all the farce-comedies,
in thatit has an interesting plot, and is devoid
of vulgarity and coarseness. In TACT, Little
Puck'' is probably the most refined of all the
modern farces
The company presenting it is large and
clever one Mr. Daniels is, of course, the
principal fun-maker, but he is too shrewd a
man to attempt to give the ''whole show him
self.u He has surrounding him such we'll
known and clever comedians as Bert
Coote, Tony Williams, Robert Evans, harry
Porter, William White, Reddick Anderson,
and the famous Clipper Quartette, compris-
ing Messrs. Don, Campbell, Garfield, and
Belknap. Miss Bessie Samson, an excellent
comedienne, will be seen in the leading female
role, and she heads beVy of such pretty
girls as Rillie Deares, Annetta Zelna, Hattie
Waters, MYra Smith, Nellie Bulkley, and
Phyllis Berte.
The Sunday herald and weekly national intelligencer., 1891-12-27
Comedian Crane Coming.

William H. Crane and his company will be
seen in two plays at Albaugh's Opera House
during the week commencing January 4. On
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thurs
day nights he will present for the last times
In Washington ''The Senator" On Friday
and Saturdays nights and at the Saturday
matinee he will appear in a new comedy en-
titled "For Money! written for him by Clay
M Greene and Augustus Thomas The sue
cess of "The Senator" is beyond question.
The Sunday herald and weekly national intelligencer., 1891-12-27
"NIoBE" AT THE NATIONAL.

A Refiu ued Farce Comedy Which Has Been
Great Success.
If all that has been heard about Niobe,n
the fantastic comedy to be seen at the New
National Theatre for the first time in Wash
ington on Monday night, is true, there is
genuine treat i'll store for local theatre goers.
- Niobe'' is the joint work of the Paultons
Gather and SOM, who are well known as the
The Sunday herald and weekly national intelligencer., 1891-12-27
A NEW BURLEsoUE COMPANY
Bobby Manchester's Latest Venture Mt
Kernan's LYceum This Week.


Manchesters French Folly Company, which
will open at Kernsn's Lyceum Theatre to-
morrow night for the week, is now on Its
initial tour, but is pronounced brilliant
attraction, and has taken its place among the
leading burlesque organizations OF the country.
1t is another enterprise Of Bobby Manchester,
Of "Night Owls" fame, and is under the
management of the favorite comedian, Sam
Barnard. 1t is an ambitious organization, and
The Sunday herald and weekly national intelligencer., 1891-12-27
THINGS THEATRICAL.
THE PAST AND THE COMING WEEK
AT THE LOCAL HOUSES.

Companies of Merrymakers OH Every
Stage Will Fill the Evenings With
Laughter Fun All Around Last
Weeks Performances.
Evening capital., 1891-12-12

THE subcribers. as trustees, will sell
i at public auction, at Jessup's, b.
& o. X. r., on
Evening capital., 1891-12-12

Both the method and results when
Syrup Of Figs is taken; it is pleasant
and refreshing to the taste, and acts
gently yet promptly ON the Kidneys,
Liver and Bowels, cleanses the sys-
tenn elfectually, dispels colds, head
aches and fevers and cures habitual
constipation. Syrup of Figs is the
only remedy of its kind ever pro-
duced, pleasing to the taste and ae-
ceptable TO the stomach, prompt in
its action and truly beneficial in its
effects, prepared only from the most
healthy and agreeable substances, its
many excellent Qualities commend it
to all and have made it the most
popular remedy known.
Syrup of Figs is for sale in 5Oc
and 81 bottles by all leading drug
gists. Any reliable druggist who
may not have it on hand viii pro,
cure it promptly for any one wn,
wishes to try it. Do not accept al.
substitute.
CALIFORNIA FlG SYRUP co
SAN FRANCISCO. cAL.
LOUISVILLE. Ky HEH YcRK ~
Evening capital., 1891-12-12

THE U. s. Supreme Court is now
considering the validity of the Nc
Kinley Tariff act from constitu-
tional standpoint. The PEOPLE of
the United States are only moder-
ately interested in technical fights
against the Mckinley law. The
next time they get chance they
may decide to relieve the Supreme
Court of any further trouble by
means of the Australian ballet.
Evening capital., 1891-12-12

M gentlemen prefer dis
tnANY tinct individuality in
U their garments. Our
Custom Branch contains the
choicest weavings, both foreign
and domestic, and is ever ready
to meet the wants of the most
fastidious at one-third less than
exclusive merchant tailors. -
Splendid Suits $50 to $25.
Evening capital., 1891-12-12
EsTABLIsHED 1850.
DR.JORDAN,
The Emlnen. speeialist on Msn's

The Eminent Specialist on Mems
Diseases,
Formerly of New York City, Is nov located at
bis permanent tffice and residence, No $50
w. LOMBARD STREET. Baltimore, Nd.
Or. Jordan treats with unparalleled sucCess
an casee of Nervous. Mental and Physical
Debility. Catarrh, Kidney and Lung Troubles.
also Gout, Rheumatism ETC. Having devoted
many yea's OF has life to his specially. diseases
OF men arising from whatever causes, he is
enabled to treat the uost obstinate cases with
perfect success. DR.. Joraon's medical work,
"The Philosophy OF Marriage, containing
many valuable hints and instructions for the
treatment Of various diseases arising from the
errors OF indiseretion OF early life, can be had
on application, or win be mailed to any ad.
dress on receipt Of Is cents. Al cases and
correspondence strictly confidential. Medicine
sent to any part Of the United States. Con-
sultation hours from 10 A. NJ. till P. NJ
Sundays-10 4. NJ till 2 P. N only-or by
special appointment. Address all letters, etc.,
$50 W. Lombard Street, Baltimore. NJ.
n. b No cases undertaken unless cure
can be guaranteed. d2y
Evening capital., 1891-12-12

FURNISHING DEPART
MENT stocked with full lines
of this seasons Underware,
Shirts, Hosiery, &C., at very
reasonable prices.
Evening capital., 1891-12-12
SATURDAY, January End, 1892,
ATII O,CLOOK "a. M.

ATII O'CLOCK n. M,
The following real estate of which the
late Michael Bannon died, seized and
possessed:
A --ABEAUTIFUL COUNTRY SEAT
"A of 56 Acres, improved by FINE
DWELLING, and an Apple Orchard.
This place is only five minutes walk
from Annapolis Junction, on high
ridge, on the road to Savage. See deeds
recorded In Howard County Land Re-
cords in Liber w. w. w, No. 30, TO-
lilo 366, and Liber l.. j. W., No. 30. folio
Az &c.
ID FARM of 109 Acres now occupied
ID by Jacob Watts. as tenant; about
two miles from 0denton, B. s. p. r. r. !,
and fifteen from Baltimore, improved by
necessary buildings. orchards of fruit
trees. spring of excellent water near the
house; adjoining the property Of the
jackson Grove Camp Meeting Associa-
tion;" soil light, and well suited for
trucking. See 1851 equity proceedings
in Anne Arundel County Court.
- FARM of 1862 Acres, improved by
- DWELLING HOUSE, &C., orch
ard; two miles from Sappington's. A. w.
N ID. II. It.s NAiCC A1OuA OdVAtOAs
teen from Baltimore; adjoins the proper
ty of David Wigley and others. See
Deeds Liber s. II No 13 folio 270, and
S. II, No. 30, folio 626, &c, of said
Land Records of Anne Arundel County
n-A tract OF B Acres, more or less,
u unimproved, adjoining Clifton,
lands of Mrs. M. A. Janowitz and DR..
A. s. Linthicum A fine building lot.
See Liber S. H.. No. 2, folio 300 &c. of
Anne Arundel County Land Records.
TERMS OF SALE.-O -One-third cash,
balance in equal installments at one and
two years, with interest from day of sale,
the credit payments to bear interest and
the notes of purchasers to be secured to
the satisfaction of the trustees, or all
cash at the option of the purchaser.
JAMES REVELL,
Annapolis, Nd,
JAMES p. BANNON,
116 st. Paul Street, Baltimore, Md.
70 Std Trustees.
Evening capital., 1891-12-12

ACCORDING to the New York
Times, ex-PostmaS err General Don
M. Dickinson says that Mr. German
told him that nine-tenths of the
democrats Of Maryland favor the
nomination of Mr. Cleveland. That
the representatives of these people
voted for AIR. Crisp satisfies Mr..
Dickinson that the election of Mr..
Crisp is not an anti-Cleveland
achievement. This is very true.
There arc no more ardent tariff re-
formers and advocate, of Cieve-
lands nomination in the whole
country than some of the Maryland
Representatives who voted for Crisp.
Senator Germans estimate Of the
preponderance of the Cleveland sen
timent in Maryland is certainly not
too high. A Baltimore correspon-
dent Of the Times says: maryland
democrats have several factions and
radical differences and q great many
time-worn jealouses, and they have
considerable fun with one another
IN conventions and campaigns, but
in just one respect there seems to
be harmony Of sentiment and opin-
ion, which is the plain necessity of
the nomination of Grover Cleveland
on q tariff reform platform.
Evening capital., 1891-12-12

A compilation made by Deputy
City Register Thomas shows that
the t,tal funded and guaranteed
debt OF Baltimore is $S2. 773. 1895.
All of this sum is funded debt except
s992, 900.