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SAYS a Majority Favors II.

To the Editor of The Evening Star:
In notice just issued it is suggested that
meeting be held on this "wednesday evening
of citizens of Hyattsville who desire to express
decided disapproval of the recent order Of
majority of ihe board of town commissioners
exempting improvements from taxation and to
take such steps may be necessary to prevent
enforcement of such order" To this end "a
full meeting is earnestly requested"
BY its terms this call is studiously calculated
to prevent the attendance of any who differ
with its authors as 10 the justice Of the single
tax theory and the expediency Of its appfca-
ton in our situation and thus preclude any dis
cussion Of he subject in controversy. Intelli-
gent and fair minded men will discount and
rate at It's true value any conclusion arrived at
under conditions manifestly unrepresentative
and purely ex parte in character and not to be
led bv any pretext however speciouse to accept
i as the act OF majority. Personally, l believe
that a maj lrity of our citizens approve the
| know that many urgedit. Personally. toe. Il be-
heye that not few who signed the call referred
to did so thoughtlessly or under a misconcep-
ton of its purport, as some have ISSUED me
they thought it would lead through free dis
cussion to a fair consideration of the whole
matter in all its bearings. From the spirit and
tenor of the CALL however. this seems to be the
thing least desired. / cannot help remarking
in conclusion that ii must strike the average
observer q droll cause of dissatisfaction that
taxes are not high enough. L. o. ".
Hyattsville, Md, July 6.
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The Corcoran Art School.

The Corcoran School of Art closed its annual
session on June 80. Although this is only the
second year of the occupation of the temporary
school building erected on 18th street shortly
after the death Of Mr.. Corcoran, the improve
ment in work and attendance has been very
satisfactory. During the last months Of the
year the rooms were filled to their utmost and
applications we're continually received for ad-
mittance from all parts Of the country. There
are now in most Of the states graduates Of the
"Corcoran" who are earning their living by
drawing, painting and teaching. The board Of
trustees are pushing to rapid completion the
plans and specifications Of the new gallery and
school, and it is hoped that within year or
eighteen months the new building will be nearly
finished. When completed the capacity Of the
school will be largely increased. Heretofore it
has been hardly possible to do more than pur-
sue a course Of rigid drawing. With more
room Of course other branches will be taken up
and the scope of the school largely widened
Mr.. Andrews, the director, sailed for his annual
European tour on July 5. Although on vaca-
ton, he will continually keep the school in view
and visit the principal institutions and studios
of Europe.
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AS TO BROOK TROUT.
A Massachusetts Man Wants q Market 4
Them in tho District.

A Massachusetts Man Wants q Market for
Them in tho District.
Some days ago the Commissioners received a
communication from Congressman Morse Of
Massachusetts, inclosing letter from w. L. Gil
bert of Plymouth. The latter stated that he
was raising brook trout in large quantities and
all that prevented the business from becoming
Of commercial importance was the laws in sew
eral states prohibiting their sale until April 1
or later, "and only to crafty a sentimental no
ton Of q few exclusive sportsmen, Of whom
Gov. Russell is one, as is shown in his veto Of o
bill which passed both branches of our legisla-
ture by large majority"
The writer adds that the fish can be raised as
cheaply as poultry and in immense quantities
in the ponds Of Massachusetts, as o food
product for the months Of January, February
and March. Trout, he says, are all through
spawning December Is, and the bill which Gov.
Russell vetoed provided for their sale after
January Is, month after the spawning season.
In conclusion, he says no business can flourish
without a market and saws he must seek q mar
ket outside Of Massachusetts. He asked for
information concerning the law in this city
relative to the fish mentioned.
The communication was referred to the
health officer, and he reports that there is no
law in existence in the District regarding the
sale Of brook trout He also said that brook
trout are brought here in very small quantities.
1t is estimated that not more than 100 pounds
per year reach here. Large numbers of SAL
mon and grayling, concludes the report, are
caugh in salt water and delivered here.
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VETERAN VOLUNTEER FIREMEN.
An Interesting Meeting Of the Association
Held Last Evening.

An Interesting Meeting OF the Association
Held Last Evening.
A meeting Of the Veteran Volunteer Firemen's
Association was held at the quarters, 18th and
H streets, last evening, Mr.. James II. Richards,
president, and Mr.. John J. Peabody, secretary.
G. L. Sheriff Of the Perseverance, Joseph WILL
hanson Of Franklin and DarKel L. Perkins Of
Union were elected active members and Robt.
Ball Of Franklin a Life member.
On motion Of Mr.. Strobel Q card Of thanks to
the ladies who assisted in the entertainment Of
the Oldest Inhabitants on the Fourth was Or
dered to be published in the papers.
A certificate Of the membership of Andrew
Jackson in the Franklin for 1855, signed R. E.
Doyle, president, G. R. CrossHeld, secretary,
was presented by Mr.. Jackson. The check book
Of the Perseverance company from 1856 to 1854
was presented by Geo. + Dykes. A miniature
fire hat pin presented by the Sun company Of
Alexandria in 1856 to Mr.. Norris was presented
by him to the association.
A letter was received from the Vigilant Fire
Company, No. 2, of Columbia, Pa. presenting
picture in appreciation Of courtesies shown
them during their visit in October last.
A plate from the Columbia reel Night Hawk
was presented by Mr.. J. R. Dobbyn.
A vote Of thanks was adopted to the donors.
A discussion followed in which the large num-
Der Of relics in existence was referred to, and
the sentiment was expressed that articles per-
tanning to the old companies rather than mere
pictures and ornaments to beautify were de-
sired to place in the house.
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Mr.. svlvester,s Narrow E.c,n.

Mr.. Richard Sylvester. chief clerk of the DO
fce department, met with an accident Satur-
day which came near resulting in his death
He was at Harper's Ferry to spend the Fourth
with his family, and during the afternoon he
went bass thing in the Shenandoah river near
the dam He had caught ten fine fish and in
crossing on a log from one place TO another he
slipped and fell into the river His back struck
. rock which projected from the water and SO
badly injured him that he was rendered help
less for the time. Fortunately he grabbed the
rock. instead Of rolling into the water which is
about eight feet deep at that particular place.
Being helpless, as he was. he would undoubt-
eddy have been drowned had he gone into the
deep water. He returned to the hotel with the
assistance of friends and remained under the
care Of physician until yesterday. when be re-
turned to the city. He is still suffering from
the effects Of his injury.
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Policeman Oven "oonev of tine third precinct,
VII. w. saul ID ''Ouda nigh: and severely
injured h at IN ing TO arrest John Nc
Carty on - -ireet. a. publ he'd in Yesterday
STAR. WE b IT wore han was at first sup
posed The GU on the back of his head was a
severe one ard -eGUi:ed several stitches in he
surPicsl Pc e1 inent lie ide he injury to his
head hi am badly injured and perhaps
splS.Ied The officers in he third precinct
have been in e tigatinG the affair ever since it
hapVened and hus far they have arrested
forr per Ons. NcCartv and James williams were
coUzni i e.e' d1y 20 ais he re ult of The
OF ir-- Last eyyriuc Annie o Donnell
ard Tt-A LIeke were s-re-rtd The Uolice
elaln ht' while he oi'ocr Wa down and the
crov d So bea ing him. Aunie Donnen said .
Kill ;he -- -. and struck the Injured
officer with brick. Annie denies this accusa-
ton she old he officers when arrested that
she only said. Hit him with a stone
The case was called in the Police Court today
and continued until the officer is able to appear.
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MARSHALL HALL.-Excursion by De Molay
Mounted Commandery, No. 4, E. T. Macal-
ester, 645 p. m.
RIvER yIEw.-Steamer Pentz, 9:45 am. and
lA5 and Gas pm
MARSHALL HALL.-Steamers Manchester and
River Queen, and 10 am. and 2:30 pm
BAY RDoE--Trains leave B. and O. station
sI5 am. $50 and AIS pm
COLONIAL BEAcH.-George Leary, Gam.
BETHESDA PARK--Take Tenleytown cars
Mr. yERSoS.-Macalester,1 10 am
OccoouAS FALLs--Mary Washington. 9 am.
PISEY PoINr. - Anacostia NJ. E Sunday
school excursion. George Leary, Gam
INDIAN HEAD.-Macalester. 6:45 pm.
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GEoReErowN.

THE TROUBLE WITH THE CANAL COMPANY.
Since July the following canal boats have
arrived in town laden with coal, stone, TO-:
Juniata, John Spencer, No. LOG, Ollie v. Judge
Stake, Consolidation No. 2, L. p. Read, No. l02,
]. X. Cowen, w. H. Cooper, Judge Cox. Cuba,
3. d. Stern, Consolidation No. 8, Consolidation
No. Is, Consolidation No. 10, Theo. Dean,
Consolidation No. 10, MAJ L. L. Blake, Dakota,
Consolidation No. 8, No. and No. 6, Maryland,
Consolidation No. 1, Mary Mertins, Salina, T..
L. Holbrook, No. 116, No. 100. No. 11s, Winter,
A. H. Bradt, No. liz and Consolidation No. s..
Since the shutting of Of water from the mills
Of any consequence have arrived. Tenny's is
still the only mill In operation and a. the pro-
pretors Of the others absolutely refuse to accept
the terms offered BY the canal company no one
at present knows when the establishments
affected will start up. The millers cay though
they are steadily losing money through the COM
pany's action the courts will eventually reim-
burse them at the canals expense.
BUILDING ASSOCIATION MEETING.
Last night the stockholders Of the First Co
operative Building Association held their regu-
lar monthly meeting. Bonds Of the third series,
whose par is $225. 80, were redeemed ct s244. g.
Those of the fourth, whose par is e22S. 60,
brought their owners &23S. So, and the fifth
series. which matured last month, was partly
Tcuccucu ~ &zO<Uts MONEY W6S dQV6uc6O 10
the stockholders at an average rate Of "A.
THROWN FROM HIS HORSE.
While out riding last evening James Craig
was thrown from his horse near the corner of
Saith and streets and severely injured about
the face and shoulders. After he had been at
tended by DR.. F. r. Rich the patrol was sum-
moned and the injured man conveyed to his
home on "the heights" Officer Seymour also
rendered valuable assistance at the time Of the
accident.
NOTES.
Last night the Morris Post of the GA R. met
at Curtis Hall.
Mr.. Geo. T. Dunlop and family have left for
their newly purchased country place. "Hayes"
Officer Gealy is of duty on account Of sick
ness.
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DISTRICT sovsrxMESr.


PoLIcEMAS's RECKLESS DRIVING.
Mr.. VIM W. Quail recently called the atten-
ton of the Commissioners to the reckless driv-
ing Of Police Officer West Of the eighth pre-
cinct, and asked that the matter be looked into
In his communication he says West frequently
the city streets Lieut. Gessford, in his in
dorsement upon the paper, says West has been
before the Police Court several times for fast
driving, as well as before the trial committee.
The Commissioners have sent the papers to
Maj. Moore and il is understood West win be
brought before the police trial board.
WORK ORDERED UNDER THE PERMIT SYSTEM.
The Commissioners today issued orders for
the following work under the provisions of the
compulsory permit system: Paving unimproved
slleys-square 205, all alleys in square; square
ISL, all unpaved alleys in square; square
GO, unpaved alleys in south half of square;
square 693, unpaved alley in south half of
square; square 81, all alleys in square; square
$50, all unpaved alleys in square; square 1856,
unpaved alley in south half Of square; square
926, all unpaved alleys In square; square S12, all
alleys in square; square 413, an alleys in square;
square $50, all unpaved alleys in square; square
1853, all unpaved alleys in square; square 812,
all alleys in square. Laying asphalt tile or
cement sidewalks-M street northwest, north
side, 18th to 18th streets; q street north
west north and south sides, I'd to Sd streets;
Q street northwest, north side, 18th street to
Vermont avenue. Laying brick sidewalk-5th
street northeast. west side. to streets. Re-
laying brick sidewalks-L street northwest.
north and south sides, 21st to Odd streets; L
street northwest, north and south sides, Goth to
21st streets; d street northwest, north and south
sides, 5th to 9Th streets; I'd street northwest,
east side, from street to Pennsylvania avenue.
AGAINST BREAKING ELECTRIC LIGHT GLOBES.
Mr.. A. A. Thomas, president of the U. 8.
Electric Lighting Company, has written let
ter to the Commissioners urging some
action on their part to prevent the breaking Of
the glass globes upon the electric arc lamps
in the streets Of the city, which are now Of
almost nightly occurrence. The board will
take some action in the matter at its next SEES
sion.
THE MEMORIAL BRIDGE APPROVED.
The Commissioners today recommended
favorable action upon Senate bill 1886, For the
construction Of q memorial bridge from the
naval observatory grounds I. the Arlington es-
tate" which was referred to them by Congress
for their views. They especially commend the
proposition contained therein giving full dis
erection to the Secretary Of War to secure the
plan that in his Judgment will be best and most
suitable. They recommend that the bill be
speedily passed.
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ALEXANDRIA.
THE JULY couRrs.


Alexandria has had this week two of its courts
IN session. The United States court Judge r.
W. Hughes, opened its session yesterday noon
ct the National building on st. Asaph and
Prince streets, and the county court, Judge
d ~ Chichester, held its July term at the
county building on Columbus near Princess
street. The United States court has called its
grand jury and dismissed the jurors without
business. The case Of Eli Carter, mail robbery,
was called today for trial. The defendant is
charged with stealing from post office in King
George county. Va.
The corporation court has completed its bus
mess. G. W. Wiburt qualified as deputy treas
urer OF Alexandria county. The court held
over until the August term the application for
a saloon license at Chain bridge. No probate
business was done except the fling Of the &C
counts OF the estate Of VIM. Gray.
NEW ROAD FRoM AorEDUcr BRIDGE
1t is now proposed to make q new road from
the Aqueduct bridge west along the river a
short distance to the Military road, in Alexan-
dria county. 1t is said that the road will make
a most useful connection for most Of the county
people going to the Free bridge. The matter
has been placed in the hands Of C. s. bradley,
8: N. Dodd, NJ. q. Horton and R. Walker, and
after survey, &C.. report viii be made to the
August term Of the county court in this city.
THE FUNERALS OF BABES.
Some fourteen children under one year of age
have died in this city Of summer diseases since
the close Of last week. Yesterday the babe Of
Mr.. Maverick Entwisle, late of this city. died in
Warrenton. There were funerals today from
the residences of Mr.. s. N. Dent. Mr.. E. F.
Kemper, Mr.. G. H. Goodrich and Mr.. Jas. E,
johnson.
FIREMEN's MEETING.
The regular monthly meeting Of the Hy-
draulion S. F. E. Company was held last night,
with Second Vice President Robert Gronau in
the chair and Herbert Price. secretary pro tenn.
One new member elected. A letter was re-
ceived from the Virginia State Fireman's Asso-
citation requesting this company to send two
delegates to the next convention which meets
In Charlottesville October 8 and 6, 1892 An in
vitation was also received from the Fireman's
Association Of the state Of Pennsylvania to be
present at the thirteenth annual convention,
which meets at Hazleton, Pa, September 20, 81,
~ and 23, and to take part in the grand parade
on the 22d of September.
NOTES.
A new bridge is now being put up at the
Cameron run crossing Of the old road from this
city to Mount Vernon. The bridge is Of iron
and will be great improvement to that section,
especially in time Of high water.
The United States court here has given judy
ment in admiralty for $3.50 and costs against
the steamer George Law Of Washington in
favor Of F. T. Bruce Of that city.
Messrs. Beattie 4 Corbett have sold for Ed
Dunn to Mrs. Christiana Langdon of Washing
ton for %, 900 cash the house and lot No. III
Payne street, in this city.
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Health once Notes.

The report of the health inspectors for last
week shows that there were 3s9 nuisances re-
ported and 252 abated.
Owing to the operations Of the dog law
being suspended for few days there were only
nineteen dogs impounded. During the week
twenty-four dogs were killed.
Last week the food inspectors condemned !, 306
pounds Of meat, Is bushels Of peaches, 256
quarts Of berries, 1884 cantaloupes, $50 water
melons, $40 punches Of asparagus, 20 pine
apples, ,240 cymlings, 800 cauliAowers, 56S GU
cumbers, 264 bushels Of potatoes. 86 bushels Of
beans and 20 bushels Of tomatoes.
The report Of Gwynne Harris, inspector Of
marine products, for last week shows the arrivals
at the river front Of 9,646 bunches Of fab. 2897
Spanish mackerel, 81 sheephead, 497 porgies,
81, 800 crabs. 362, 900 clans, 10 turtles and IS
carp. During the week he condemned 10, 100
clams, L, 800 crabs and Ito punches Of Ash.
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HYArTsvILLK, Nd, July 8, II

HYArTsvILLK, Nd, July 8, 1892.
Correspondence Of The Evening Star.
The single tax system still forms the princi-
pal topic Of conversation in this town. The
majority Of taxpayers appear to be opposed to
the measure, and there will be lively times at
the meeting tomorrow evening, which is called
for the purpose Of protesting against the order
Of the commissioners. Mr.. Jackson H. Raj
stOn, the president Of the board said to The
STAR correspondent yesterday that the people
knew he was single tax man when they
elected him and should not be surprised at his
action in the matter. He will be present at the
meeting tomorrow evening.
The Hyattsville Base Ball Club played picked
nine, under the management Of Mr.. Belt Of the
Olympics, yesterday morning on its grounds in
this village and defeated it BY q score Of p to
s. 1t also played the Carroll Institute Club in
the evening, beating it by score Of SO to 4.
There were five errors made by the Hyattsville
club and thirty-three by the Carroll Institute.
Mr.. Louis G.. Richardson of the former team
did some excellent pitching.
Mr.. and Mrs. Chas. A. March have returned.
from their bridal trip and are occupying the
groom's new residence.
Prof. George B. Pfeffer has left for West
wood and an extended trip to Charles and st.
Mary's counties.
A delightful picnic for the benefit Of st. Je-
romes Catholic Church was given yesterday ON
tne spacious grounos OF Mr.. d. n. Crutchett.
The lawn was handsomely decorated with flags
and bunting, and the following ladies were IN
charge Of the various tables: Mrs. R. E. White,
cake apd lemonade; Mrs. J. s. Mcfarland, CON-
fectionery; Mrs. Geo. M. McDermott, sand
wich; Mrs Davies, lunch, and Mrs. Herman, ice
cream. Miss May Rogers and Laura Tricou.
dressed as gipsies, sold cigars. A merry-go-
round in the center Of the lawn was literally
patronized by the young people. Congressman
Barnes Compton was expected to deliver
Fourth OF July Grafton, but was unable to be
present. Sunday school gold medals for per-
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The Old Guard.

The monthly meeting Of the Old Guard was
held last evening. The question Of compiling
a new roster, souvenir badge and cards was re-
ferred to special committee. The treasurer
made his semi-annual report, showing large
receipts and economical expenditures. Com
pany drills were suspended until further
orders. The following, on application, we're
W. A. Swan, E. ]. Lockwood, W. H. Lindsay,
James Robbins, Charles s. Douglass and o. p
McCarty. The executive committee is making
extensive arrangements for entertainment at
the encampment
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ANACOSTIA.
AN ENJOYABLE MUSICALE.

AN ENJOIAbLE MUSICALE.
Mr.. and Mrs. Stangier Of Fillmore street
added to their repute as entertainers last night.
It was a musicale this time. Instrumental
music was served by Mrs. Jas. Rothwell, Miss
Minnie Rothwell, Miss Maud Stangier, Mrs.
Hayden and Miss Webster. Vocal music was
produced by Mr.. Henry Stangier, Mr.. Peter
Stangier Mr. Bonini and Mr.. and Mrs. Bick. A
large number thronged the handsomely decorated
parlors and partook of the enjoyment and re-
freehments.
A SUNDAY SCHOOL PICNIC.
The Second Baptist Sabbath school gave a
glorious picnic yesterday in Lamsons Grove.
Superintendent Benjamin Taylor and Deacon
Lamson provided awnings, hammocks, base
ball and croquet Messrs. Hamil and Taylor
added to the interest of the occasion with
drum and fife duet. The refreshment COM
mittee comprised Mrs. Mary E. Crawford, Mrs.
T. J. McGinnis, Mrs. P. Harrison, Mrs.F. Bury,
Miss Emily Lamson, Mrs. B. Taylor and Miss
Bessie Lamson. A supply Of ice cream, cake
and lemonade was served. In the evening the
grounds were illuminated with lanterns.
HE BIT POLICEMAN.
James Matthews, q colored boy from Ana
costa, was the first prisoner tried in the Police
Court today. He was in Anacostia Friday with
q companion. One of them had q pair of
trousers and the other an elght-day clock.
Policeman MARI was told that the colored boys
were offering the articles for sale. He went in
pursuit Of the boys, and when he arrested
Matthews the latter bit piece out Of his hand.
When he appeared before Judge Kimball the
prisoner said that the officer struck him in the
mouth and injured his hand and that he did
not bite him. The jury returned a verdict of
guilty. The prisoner said he had been arrested
for crap shooting, but not for assault until this
time. A sentence Of sixty days was imposed
Officer Kenny Of this precinct and Mrs. Kenny
left per steamer Arrowsmith this morning for
Coan river for their summer outing. Officer
Kenny has leave Of absence and proposes to
have huge time. 1t is hoped the trip may
prove beneficial to the health of Mrs. Kenny.
Mr.. and Mrs. Lomax of Virginia are visiting
friends in the village.
Mrs. Dobson gave pleasant private picnic in
the country yesterday. Hammocks were swung
and lunches spread.
A driver Of Erastus c. Gatchell, the con-
tractor, was arrested yesterday by Officer
Hagan, charged with cruelty to animals in work.
ing q s0re-backed mule.
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The report Of Gwynne Harris, inspector Of
marine products, for the quarter ending June 80
shows the arrival at the river front Of large
Der Of fab and other marine products. Included
among them were 5,25s,050 herring, 25s, $50
shad. 6,72s hickory jacks, 81, 92s punches Of
trout, $50 croakers, a s4s punches Of catfish,
II, 1856 punches Of tailors, l1,072 punches Of
white perch, 6,As4 punches Of rockfish, 2,66s
punches Of cells, 1,192 punches Of mullets, 7sl
punches Of dounders, 500 punches Of spots, l46
lunches Of yellow perch, ANA Spanish mack
erel, 2,l40 carp, 9e6 porsies, sos sheephead, IS
drum Ash, 283 sturgeon, 263 punches OF pike. 70
seA turtles, black bass 22S, 100 CLANS, 200 400
crabs. Il, 200 bushsls Of oysters.
Among the condemnations were 80, OOQ her
ring: sioo CLAIMS, 1850 crab. sas bushels q
Of fish.