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Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
LAsr or THE SEASON.
One More Dance Before Lent n gins I'm
psrtant sheriff Sales.


One More Dance Before Lent n gins I'm
psrtant sheriff Sales.
Special Correspondence EvENrEo JOURNAL
DOVER, March The dance given by
the Akema Club on Monday evening last,
In their hall was we'll sttended. as Il was
the last one before Lent. Those present
were az follows Miss Aydon Of Whining.
ton; Misses BlRLc'e Mary andsOorr ella
Selinser: Misses Melissa and Edith
Chambers, Misses Name and Bertha
Wallace, Mrs John r. Nicholson, Mrs
Thomas 3. Clark, Misses Bertha
Lewis, Julia s, Jones. May Cannon.
Slnna Pennewlll. Olive filyard.
Mrs. Harry +. Ford Misses
Amy Ford. Jesse Butler, Julia Todd and
George r. Dawson, Alfred Lewis Ward
Dupont Walker. Walter Voshell. Victor
Clark, Charles Taylor, William Penne
will, Andrew Bateman, William
Salisbury. William Smith, Mr. Everill
John r. Nicholson, Charles h. zortman
Maxwell Harrington, Carroll Downes
Henry Cannon, all OF Dover; Franz
Strickland Of Clayton aud Mr. Clarke Of
Mlddletown. Morrs's orchestra furnished
music.
Miss Annie Chambers Of Wilmington
has been visiting friends here
William K Donavin OF Philadelphia
has been visiting his parents.
Mrs P. l. Fountain has returned HON,
from q two weeks trip to New York
Sheriff Cole yesterday sold at public
sale the property OF George o. Miller, one
tract In Little Creek hundred. consist
log Of twenty-seven acres, for $500, and
the other tract In West Dover hundred
containing City acres, for e275. both to
James L. Wolcott, Eco.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
She Ran snort Of Coal.

Fate.seems to be against the steamers
Washington and Maine. the handsome
ew boats constructed by the Harlan and
Hollingsworth Company, Both Of these
vessels have been trying TO leave Della.
ware waters for more than a week
but they have not vet succeeded. The
Washington Is now lying at the wharf Of
the Harlan and Hollingsworth Company,
where she is taking on a supply
of coal and provi sions, her
.c)al supply having run out
while she was laying at the breakwater.
II she had not been able to get some coal
from the Maine before leaving the
breakwater, It would have been
necessary to have towed the big steamer
up to her wharf In this city. The Wash
iDgton will not leave the wharf here until
the weather becomes more favorable.
Tbs Maine is s.iil at the mouth Of the
Christiana
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
HAVE YOU THE GRIPPE z

MANY People Have IL and DO Not Know
It. How TO Recognize the Symptoms
end Row TO Treat Tenn.
Hundreds Of people have the Grippe who
do not know IL. Not necessarily the final
stages. but the fret stages. They feel pains
in the head. and bad taste in the mouth. get
tired and respondent, have chilly sensations;
limbs and muscles ache. In some cases these
things are overlooked. In most cases perhaps
they are considered only slight cold. In
nearls every case they indicate the coming OF
Grippe.
There is but one thing 10 do when these
symptoms appear, and that Is to take prt mpt
and vigorous measures, 10 fOrtify nature 10
repel the enemy. little we'll directed effort
at just the riRht time will accomplish very
much more than labored efforts Afterwards
There Is but one thing 70 be done. and that Is
to use pure stimulant, something that will
promptly arrest. and IN no way iniure, some
thing endorsed by scientists. recommended
BY physicians. aud popular because 30 effiC
itnt-Duny's Pure Malt Whisky. Two years
ago and last year when the Grippe was raging.
this was the standard remedy used, and
r. commended by the profession. II did more
20 prevent The Grippe than all other known
or recommended remedies. It preserved
many people In health who would otherwise
have been grew usly sick, perhaps even
worse. 1t Is As efficient to-day as ever It
should be borne In mind that other so-called
WHISTLES may not be 50 efficient, and II any
dealer asserts that such Whistles are the
same. distrust hin at once. There Is but e
medicinal whiskey. and that Is Duffy's Pure
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02

The Street and Sewer Directors met in
regular session last night. The balance
in bank was reported to be $50 4S6 90.
The secretary reported collections of 81,
03067. The directors decided TO remove
the trees from around the soldiers monu.
ment aud the site will be improved A
communication was received asking that
the name Of Hazlett street be changed to
Park place No action was taken on the
matter The chief engineer was in
struc.ed to prepare plans for grades in
Silverbrook. Plans we're presented by
Engineer Hatton for the addition Of the
building and estimates will be taken and
work upon the addition will be com.
menced as soon as possible.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
wARRENs NEXT gNrERrAINMENT
The Local Athletes Will Give a Grand
Exhibition in the Opera Heuse.

Exhibition in the Opera Hsuse.
Arrangements have about been ccm-
pleted By the Warren Athletic Club for
its exhibition in the Grand Opera House
on Thursday, March TO- From all indica-
tions this entertainment will be the
finest Of its kind ever given here The
many features will insure for those who
witness the exhibition over three hours
of eBjoyment.
One Of the features will be the bicycle
race by teams from the Warren Athletic
Club and Wilmington Wheel Club. This
will be given on large imported English
machine with two men on the machine,
which has large dials showing to the
audience the progress of each contestant.
A race 10 this manner is said 10 be as ex-
citing as an actual contest on the track
There will also be singing by a glee
club composed Of eight local voices,
under the direction of ] T.. Clymer.
Emil Beck OF the Southwark Turnverein,
Philadelphia, and Emil Maurer and Emil
Kramer Of the Warren Club, will give
J exhibitions on the parallel bars. Two
Of the most clever lightweight
sparrers In the country. Johnny Clark
and Walter Campbell OF Philadelphia
will give special exhibitions. They will
also give q fun-provoking imitation OF
the Sullivan Kilrain dght. This will be
the last time that Campbell will be seen
here before he goes West
The following are some Of the other
features: 30 King contests-FrsBk Bollen,
w. A. c., VS.. ? F. burns, Philadelphia
Amateur Swimming Club; Robert
Woolery, w. A. O., VS.. P. MrPhilips.
P A. S. c.; Horace Mcdaniel,
W. A c., VS.. q. M. Leeds Of Atlantic
City, or P. Won Lendgren, Columbia a.
/ C., Washington; Charles h. Glazier. w
A. c., VS.. w. Welch. w A. O.. Raymond
Murphy, w A. O., VS.. @. Moriarity, w.
A. c.; M. Stratton, A. @ S. N. vs.. w.
Horton, A. @. S. N.
Wrestling contests--J A. Klund, w.
A. O., vs. w. Horton, A. Q. S. N. Robert
Mullan. w. A. @, VS.. Charles Higley,
Southwark Turnverein, Philadelphia
W. P. Spoerl, w. A. O, VS.. F. Burk-
heise, P. A. S. O.; John McCleary, w
A. O., VS.. @ W. Clark, Philopatrian A
C., Philadelphia; John Y. Cooper, w. A
c., VS. las yet no one has been found tc
wrestle with Cooper, as ali
men Of his weight are afraid Of him)
Herman Wolf, A. c. S.N, VS. @. o.
HsldemRnn, A. Q. s. N; d L. Chester.
man. A. o. \. n, vs. DR.. ]. X. Schell, A,
Q. s. n. bantam weights Of the Warren
Athletic Club for a spscial medal offered
by Joseph Fullmer. Sherwin & Son anc
William s. Hilles have also offered medal.
to be contested for.
The proceeds Of the entertainment will
60 for the benefit Of the new club house
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
PURCHASING STANDING ROOM.

Hundreds of People File Up to the Opera
House Box once for "Old Homestead"
Tickets.
Pedestrians who passed the Grand
Opera House this morning we're astounded
TO see jostling crowd OF several hun
dred people who were swsrming In and
out OF /. Q lobby as II the building was
on FIRE OF a real tragedy WAS being en-
acted In tn handsome theatre.
AS had been announced, the sale Of
seats for lehman Tbompson's "Old
Homestead" b, gan at Q o'clock this morn
ing and, ehen the window OF
the box Office was opened by
Treasurer WesthoefTer. tie lobby was
crowded with people All the would be
purchasers were In go)d humor. how
ever, until the telephone In the box office
began to ring aud Manager williamson
voice could be heard answering it This
excited the crowd, everybody supponing
that the manager was taking orders for
tickets, but such was not the case. he
answered all requests for seats with
mo you'll have to come up" Finally.
he became tired OF this aud with a SHARP
ring for extra operator, he said: lex
change, for the rest Of this morning Il
anybody calls Opera House. give foui
short rings, as we cannot attend t'
them"
This comforted the lines OF eagel
patrons and all was quiet again until I
was noised about that the men at thu
head Of the line we're buying twenty Of
two dozen tickets each. This made
everybody restless again, although ne
protest could be made at this procedure
Then the people in the rear began Il
resort to other means. A purchaser who
had come In late would ask permission OF
the men behind him to leave the rank foi
q moment. Then he would slip up to thu
fortunate patron nearest the window anC
say I'm give you 90 cents to trade
places In this rank with me" II the
offer WAS refused he would raise II to a
dollar and this would be accepted. Thii
was frequently done by men who wanted
seats for a family, select company oil
an organization Of some kind.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
ANoTHER WILL OoErEsr.
The VIII Of the Late Martha G. McComh
Disputed BY Her Niece.

The VIII OF the Late Martha q. McComb
Disputed BY Her Niece.
The will Of the late Martha Q. McComb
who died In this city last December. IL
in litigation before Judge Coosh, Of the
Probate Court. The property only
amounted to about $4,000
The will made Jane @. Primrose, sister
of the testatrix, the executrix The
property was disposed Of in small lega-
Giles.
It was duly 6led for probate when
Msrtha J. McOomb, a niece Of the de-
ceased, discovered that she was not in IL
She filed ,aveat against the
probate on the ground Of irregulsrity.
She employed William S. Hilles as her
counsel, and the executrix retained Hon
Charles B. Lore
The preliminary hearing was held this
morning The attesting witnesses were
examined, and argument will be heard at
a later day.
The deceased Is a sister Of the late
Henry O. McCoDb, the millionaire.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
pa ascNAL eARAnRAPL..

Charles I DUPONT was in Philadelphia
yesterday and registered at the Continen
tai.
John G Bradford and wife Of Billing
tor, Mont are visiting friendsin thli
city.
James McGlInchey. who has been IN
for some .tine, is able to be about
again.
Carl Alberto. the genial advance agent
Of Rlch's Evangeline Company, was in
this city yesterday.
Harry 9. Moore attended the com
mencement supper OF the Philadelphia
Dental College In that city last night.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
Damage Case CompromIsed.

The city has effected a compromise in
the damage suit Of Lavinia Carey, VS.. the
Mayor and City Council. The woman
valves a trial In consideration OF the pav.
ment Of $3.50, The suit arose from Mrs.
Carey stepping into a sewer inlet at Front
and Adams street. Il was not properly
protected by gutter plates The expenses
to the city will be about 81, coo This is
another long and tedious case dropped
from the trial list Of the Superior Court.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02

evenings OF Lent, to be delivered by
visiting clsrgymen The services on these
THURSDAY evenings will begin promptly
At 2. 30 o'clock. Rev. H. M Bartlett OF
Christ Church, ChristisnR hundred, will
be the preacher tomorrow evening
Miss Amelia Carter is In Philadelphia
ON an extended visit to friends
Tea, coffees and pure spices, a: Boyle's.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
WiImineton Canines win Prire.

At the first exhibition of CANNES which
is bein. held In Philadelphia by the Key.
stone Kennel Club Of that city, a number
Of dogs from this city were awarded
prizes. In the rough coated challenge
class st. Demands, Cobb & McLear wor
third prize on their dog 'Sir Lion" For
collies. + R. Carswelrs dog "CharleroI
IL won the first reserved prize. His
collie Duchess" also won a prize. Mr..
Carswell was also awarded a prize for tn,
best collie under two years old.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
merry-mal.sr. dave NsrrOw Escape.

While Patrick Lynch, Daniel Monaghan
and six young ladies Of this city were re-
turning In hack from dance at the
Blue Ball Hotel at 2 o'clock yesterday
morning, the driver, owing to the terrific
wind and rain storm then prevailing, lost
control Of the horses and the hack, with
it's occupants, was tumblei down an EN-
baukment near Rockland An oil lamp
set fire to the hack and tbs passengers
barely escaped serious injurious.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02

The Board Of Water Commissioners
met IN regular session last night. A
communication was received from the
Nuriam Land and improvement Company
asking II the board would furnish water
for properties at Elsmere. The matter
was referred to the chief engineer. The
weekly paw roll was ordered nnii.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
Now L or. on tho rhnad,lphIa DIvlslon

The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Con.
pany will in few weeks have forty new
locomotives In service on its roads
throughout this section Some Of the
new locomotives will be run on the Phil
adelphia division and will be similar
TO those now In use on the Royal Blue
Line The new consignment also consists
Of locomotives for freight traffic The
express engine will have o. feet driving
wheels with a 3-feet stroke and will be
very speedy. All Of them we're designed
by superintendent OF Motive Power
Hazelbush and are being constructed by
the Bald win Locomotive Company,
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
To b, nr.urnt Here for RurIal.

Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Cootsman Of No.
113 Sumac street, Wissahickon, Pa, died
at her late home on Monday,
at the age Of 5e years. The immediate
cause Of her death was diabetes. The
funeral will take place TO- morrow. The
body will arrive in this city over the P, ,
w. & B. railroad and interment will be
made In RiFerview Cemetery.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
General wilson Escofts a bride

General James q. Wilson attended the
wedding Of J. w. Weeks, Of Palmer,
Mass to Miss Madeline Townsend, Of
Illinois, In Washington last night.
The ceremony was performed BY Rev.
Thomas ]. Kewick Of that city and Mr.
Wilson escorted the bride, who is a rela-
tive, to the altar, where they we're made
husband and wife. Miss Townsend wore
a suit Of white corduroy silk, with q
jacket Of point lace and girdle and col
larette Of orange blossoms. Her veil was
held with q diamond and pearl Margus-
rite pin and a spray Of maiden hair
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
Loc.ITalent IN prama

The Robert Emmett Literary AssocIa
ton will give a dramatic entertainment
In the Grsnd Opera House on Friday
evening, March 4 The entertainment
promises TO be a grand affair, and com
mittees are now hard at work in making
the final arrangements,
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02

Whereas. Information has
been brought to the attention
of the Executive, that a famine
prevails among the peasantry
of Russia, extending over four
teen great provinces, with a
population of from twenty to
twenty-five millions of people
which will result in great loss of
human life unless promptly re,
lieved F;
And Whereas, The relief of
this afflicted people must come
chiefly from the generous phil.
anthropy of their fellow. man in
all parts of the world
And Whereas, The people
of this State cannot better
show their gratitude for the
protection of a Divine Provi
dence which has kept from
them pestilence and famine and
blessed them with abundance
and prosperity than by aiding
those in distress
Now, therefore, |, ROBERT
J. REYNOLDS, Governor OF
the State of Delaware, in an
swer to the appeal from the or
ganized agency for relief to the
sufferers in Russia, do hereby
issue this, my proclamation,
recommending to the citizens
of Delaware, a prompt response
to this appeal and generous
contributions for the cause in
which it is put forth.
And | do further request and
direct all citizens, societies,
committees and agencies de-
string to aid in this work to
put themselves in communica
ton with the Russian Famine
| Relief Committee of the
United States, at No. "a,
Fourteenth street, Washington
d. c., which is acting in full
4 harmony with the American
National Red Cross Associa
ton, and which Association
} have arranged for the pro mp
and expeditions transportation
to the afflicted districts of Rus
STA, and for the distribution
among the sufferers, of all sup
plies which may be received
In witness whereo
| have hereunto sc
my hand and causel
the Great Seal of tn
State to be hereunt
affixed, at Dover
this Twenty. third da,
rs,. of February, in tn
l'NNA year of our Lord on
thousand eight hur
dred ninety two, ant
in the year Of tn,
Independence of tn
United States o
America the one hun
dred and sixteenth.
ROBERT J. REYNOLDS
BY the Governor:
DAVID T. MARVEL,
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02

Pleasant, Elegant, Reliable.
For biliousness and constipation, take
Lemon Elixir,
vor fevers. chills and malaria, take
Lemon Elixir.
For sleeplessness, nervousness and pal.
pitation Of the heart, take Lemon Elixir.
For indigestion and foul stomach, take
Lemon Elixir.
For all sick and nervous headaches,
take Lemon Elixir.
Ladies', for natural and thorough or
gRnic regulation, take Lemon Elixir.
DIR. MozleyAs Lemon Elixir will not fail
you In any OF the above named diseases,
all Of which arise from torpid or dis
eased liver. stomach, kidneys or bowels.
Prepared only by DR.. h. MOTLEY, At
lanta, Ga SOC aud 81 per bottle, at drug
gists.
LEMON HOT DROPS
Cures ali Coughs. Colds, Hoarseness
Sore Throat, Bronchitis, Hemorrhagel
and all throat and lung diseases. Ele
giant aud reliable.
% cents at druggists. Prepared onl'
by DR.. q. Motley. Atlanta Ga
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
Troopers In PniIadeIphia.

Last night delegations from Troop
B, First Cavalry. and Company A,
First Regiment Infantry, N. G.
D.. went to Philadelphia to at
tend the reception Of Company d,
Third Regiment, NJ G. P About twenty.
five members Of Troop went under
command Of Second Lieutenant Mel
mann. The twenty Company A men
we're under command Of Captain Hanna.
They had a royal good time and came
home in line In the "wee sma" hours.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
New oro..Inr and Mors Llght.

City Council met In monthly session in
the mayors Office last evening, with all
the members present. Mayor Henson sent
message that he was too III to be
present and submit his monthly report
On motion it was decided to lay q new
street crossing on Delaware street in
front Of the M E. Church A street lamp
was also ordered to be placed on Daily
court, which Is now a thoroughfare for
patrons Of the New Castle accommodation
train.
New crop fancy n. o. molssses, Boyle's.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02

The Park Commissioners met In
regular session LIST night. Fifty new
benches we're ordered to be placed in the
park Owing to the non attention Of the
park architects, Olmstesd & Son OF Boston,
Il was decided to take that business from
the firm. A city architect hereafter will
lay out the plans for any improvement.
The weekly payroll was ordered paid and
Sc, s65 81 was the amount reported In
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
R1aknmnn Ininrad

Martin Barr, brakeman on the B. and
o. railroad, was severely injured by fall
ing FROM a car on which he was riding on
Monday, while this side of Baltimore.
BE was taken to his home in Baltimore
where his injuries were dressed,
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
Special Bargains ia Ladies
Shoes.

247 pairs Ladies' Paris Kid. common
sense, opera and fquare toe A to e,
regular price $500; now $500.
81 pairs with tips. A to E, regulrr price
81 90; now $500. These were made by
Gardiner & Estes New York
1870 pairs Ladies' Kid shoes. regular price
~ 90. $3.50, SO 90 aud 50 So B TO e,
sizes irregular, will close them out at
81. %; drst come FIRST choice
81 pairs Ladies' Lasting K'dFox Button
Shoes, regular price sl75
81 pairs Ladies' 'LastingKid Fox Button
Shoes, regular price 81 80 These were
made by James Cotter. VIII close them
out at tiOO First come 6rst choice.
0s pairs Misses Kid sud Pebble Shoes
made by Gardner. regular price $3.50;
will close them out at SlO0.
1877 pairs Chlds Shoes. kid and pebble,
made by Gardiner, regular price 81, 80;
will close them out At 70 cents.
Lots of other bargains too
numerous to mention. Call
and see for your elf.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
Fins ! fer eelIlnr Llnnor IlIornIIA

Ada Winters. proprietress of the
house No. 713 shiptey street. was before
Judge Ball this morning on the charge OF
selling liquor without q license She
pleaded guilty aud was fined $50 and
costs, which she paid There were no
Other cases and court adjourned.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02

Thomas j. Barry, Jr., and Miss Cora
Morrison were married in st. Peters R
o. Church at 80 o'clock last evening,
by Rev. E. L. Brady Neighbors and
friends from many parts Of the city gath
cred at the chursh at an early hour, al
though many were prevented by the dis
agreeable weather When the bridal
party entered the church, Miss Maggie
Duncan attended the bride as bridesmaid,
while Samuel T. Landers. best man, ac-
companied the groom. The bride wore a
dark green travelling dress and
carried a choice bouquet of roses
After the ceremony the party was con-
veysd to the home OF the brides mother,
Chestnut and Market streets, where a
reception was held during the evening
After a brief trip Mr.. and Mrs Barry
will remove to the Penn Common farm,
where they will make their future home
The groom Is a well-known farmer Of this
hundred and the bride is the daughter Of
the late Thomas Morrison.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02

The following transfers Of real estate
were made at the Surveying Depart.
ment this morning; Combs Coal
and Lumber Company TO David r
Perry. property at No 124 North Frank.
lin street and Hsald & Co to Samuel g.
Cleaver, a lot in the eastern part o.; the
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02

StansburY Murray and a number OF
other prominent colored people of this
city are making arrangements for a big
cake walk. 1t will probably be held In
the Wilmington Rink A number Of
valuable prizes will be offered
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
board Of rrnds Mating.

The regular meeting Of the Board Of
Trade viii be held In the rooms OF the board
on Thursday, Msrch.8. at o'clock. The
secretary requests that all the members
attend the meeting as business OF import
ance will be transacted.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1892-03-02
cITY NEWs IN eRIsF.

Another smoker" win be given by the
Warren Athletic Club on Tuesday night
The article on county finances and the
table accompanying II will prove very In
teresting now and valuable for future
reference.
Work will be commenced Immediately
by Contractor Calvin 1 SWayne on a new
restaurant for A. L. AinscoW & Co., on
shipley street. between Seventh and
Eighth streets