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Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20
The Morning and Evening Concerts.

The morning and afternoon concerts
by the Naval Academy Band are popu-
lar and attract large audiences. The
band, under the leadership of Prof. G..
A. Zimmerman, is far famed, having IA
national reputation. Prof. Zimmerman
has added a valuable acquisition TO his
musical family by securing Carlo Zolessi,
who takes the place of the late Mr.. Flese-
ler, as first c0rnetist. Mr.. Zolessi is
from INLAND, Italy, but had played in a
leading orchestra i'll New York City be-
fore coming to Annapolis. He is an
excellent musician and is said by some
to compare favorably with Levy, the
celebrated cornetst. Since assuming
the leadership, Prof. Zimmerman, him
self thorough musician and composer,
has brought the Naval Academy Band
up TO Il high standard in the musical
world.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20

Pensions have been issued to Mary
landers by the government as follows
Original Wesley III. Earnest, Balti-
more; William Keif, Baltimore; William
A. J. Mitchell, Annapolis, Anne Arun-
del county, Lemuel Il. Nelson, Crisfield,
Somertet county. Reissue-Albert A.
Murray, Baltimore. Original widows,
&c. Fannie johnson. Baltimore, An
ner E. Webb, Baltimore; Susan Laws,
Baltimore; Jane Sophia Richard, Elk
ton, Cecil county.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20

The State Commander writes rs from
Lincoln, Neb., as follows: AFTER try
ing other medicines for what seemed to
be very obstinate cough 10 our two
children we tried DR. Kings New Dis
covery and at the end of two days the
cough entirely left them. We will not
be without 1t hereafter, as our exper-
fence proves that Il cures when ali
other remedies fail "-eigned +. w
Stevens, State Com.-Why not give this
great medicine trial.as 1t Is guaranteed
Bres. City Drug Store. Regular size Soc
and e1.00.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20

Frank Shepardson, an engineer on
the Southern Pacific Ry., who resides
at Los Angels. Cal, was troubled with
rheumatism for long time. He was
treated by several physicians, also visit
ed the Hot Springs, but received no per-
manent relief until he used Chamber
lain's Pain Balm. He says it is the
best medicine in the world for rheuma-
tism. For sale by Feldmeyer Bros.
CITY Dug Store.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20
Metropolitan Life Ins. Co.

Gentlemen:-I take this method of
thanking you for the manner in which
you settled my claim on account of the
death of my husband, John II. Knowles.
have heard a rumor that the company
refused to settle the claim and would
state that the run.or is unfounded, as
the settlement was promptly made.
Yours truly,
ANNIE Il. KNOWLES
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20
The Hyelshach Gas Light

Mr.. Henry Schwane, representative
of the " elsbach improved gas light, was
in Annapolis today adjusting these lights
to a number of gas burners in business
houses. Mr.. Schwane has put up over
one hundred of these lights in the city
and is still receiving orders for them.
Sixteen of these lights have been put in
st. Mary's Church, and as manysi in the
Maryland Hotel. A saving of one-half
the gas is claimed for this light with
three times the candle power.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20
CircnitConrt

The Circuit Court met this morning
with Associate Judges Revell and
Jones on the bench, States Attorney
CAN'T, prosecuting, Sheriff Linthicum,
and Clerk j. g. Bannon and deputy
Clerk of the Court Woodward, present.
The ejectment suit case of Aldridge
ct al. VS.. Melvin & Mancha, and Allen
Oaksmith and Geo. G.. Steinbremer,
tenants claiming under them, was argu-
ed in Court today. Messers. J. Writ
Randall and james M. Munroe were
counsel for plaintiffs and ID. r. Magru-
der represented the defendants.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20
Spring and Summer millinery.

Mrs. w. r. HANLoN, would call
tl> attention of the ladies TO her
selecA stock of
SPRING AND SUMNER MILLINERY, in
HATS and BONEETs, trimmed and
trimmed TO order, in the latest
style. Also Notions and Fancy
Goods. VIII take pleasure to show
goods to any who may call. Hats
and bonnets trimmed to order at
Baltimore and Washington prices.
Mrs. w. r. HANLON,
g I'm 80 Main Street.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20
THE EYoLurIoN.

OF medicinal agents is gradually relegat-
ing the old-time herbs, pills draughts
and vegetable extracts to the rear and
bringing into general use the pleasant
and effective liquid laxative, Syrup of
Figs. To get the true remedy see that
it is manufactured by the California Fig
Syrup Co. only. For sale by all leading
druggist.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20

Severn Division No. s u. r. K. of p,
conferred the rank of Sir Knight on
Knight VIM. B. Gardiner. Jr., lastnight
and after the ceremony repaired in a
body to Mrs. Bonds on State Circle
where an elaborate banquet was served
and first-class time enjoyed. Severn
Division is one of the secret nrganiza-
tiOns in this city, and numbers 40 men,
berS.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20

Persons who are subject to attacks of
bilious collie will be pleased to know
that prompt relief may be had by taking
Chamberlain's Collie, holera and Diarr-
hoea Remedy. 1t acts quickly and. can
always be depended upon. In many
cases the attack may be prevented by
taking this remedy as soon as the first
indication of the disease appears. %
and 50cent bottles for sale by Feldmeyer
Bros City Drug Store.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20
PERSONAL MENTION.

Those Who Go and Those Who Come.
Miss Reardon, of Baltimore, is visiting
her parents in Annapolis.
Miss Estelle Tomlinson, of Baltimore
and Miss Martin, of Seaford, Delaware,
are the guests of Miss Robb.
Mr.. Donald Cameron Ogden, who il
attending college at Anuandale, New
York, is spending his holidays in Anna.
polls.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20
Punctual BOYS.

The best way for a child to progress
at school, is to be regular in attendance.
The following boys of the second grade
Miss Tate, teacher, have not missed a
single day for the last two and half
months. They are Herbert Cole,
George Fieseler, Dan Jacobs, George
Jacobs, and Richard Stone.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20

Two three-inch breach-loading Hotch-
kiss guns were shipped to Baltimore
from Annapolis, yesterday morning on
the steamer Emma Giles. They are for
the use of the Maryland Naval Militia.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20
The Last of the season.

Do not forget the attractive program
offered by the Amateur Dramatic Asso-
citation for the performance next Mon
day night. The deservedly popular Kiss
and be Friends" which was so well re-
ceived last February is to be repeated
this time as curtain raiser. 1t will be
followed by "The Jack Trust" one Of
those really funny plays which abound
in ridiculous situations and almost every
line of which contains joke. In the
ballet dance, the Association offers fea-
ture quite new to the stage of Annap-
oils. Mr.. w. A. Sherwood, the dancer
and comic singer of the Rouge ct Blanc
Club, of Baltimore, will appear in full
ballet costume. The proceeds of the
performance are for charity. and in this
the Association does very good work,
In February, Notwithstanding very hea-
Wy expenses, about $40 dollars was given
to the poor of the city. 1t is hoped
that this entertainment will be as well
attended as the former. Tickets for re-
served seats, fifty cents, at the City
Drug Store.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20

cop SALE-A BABY CARRIAGE
Vi IN good condI ion for So 90. Apply at
I,pITAL Once, a~VN
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20
PROPOSALS
Repairing Roads and Streets.
annapolis Water Company,

ANNAPOLIS, Md, April is, 1895.
prfOPOSALS will be received by the
n s1SSiuent @ and secretary of the Annap.
y water Company for Repairing the
Iaueets and Roads of Annapolis and
sHas uae Arundel County, recently dam.
sva " the laying of new water main.
o@Reor further particulars apply at the
I,ee OF the Company in Annapolis.
a, Dles u win be opened at 4 o'clock p. NJ.
nsh. h".eonesdaY, April %, 1895. The
SUI Is reserved to reject any or all bids
.,o NICHOLAS II. GREEN,
"ic Secretary.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20
.y.n7s, FOR SALE, LOST, 60.

,-.ots For Sale. For Rent, Lost, Found, sc.
NAnncseding lines, inserted ONE WEEK
n0t for 25 Cents. and additional lines In
oI Iveortion-to be accompanied by the CASH
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20
PASTORS AND PEOPLE.
Services in the Different Churches To-NIoI
row.
sr. ANNE,s onnncn.

ST. ANNE's CHURCH.
Rev. W. s. Southgate, Rector.-First Sunday
ny at 10 30 a. m. Morning Prayer and Second
Celebration at ii a. IN. Other Sundays-Holy
a. IN. Evening Prayer at y. IN.
st. Anne's Chapel.-Sunday School at 9.3O a.
m. and p. m. Evening Prayer at 1907 m.
ST. PHILIPS CHAPEL.
Morning Prayer at II a. IN. Sunday School at
3 p. m. Evening Prayer and Sermon at y. m.
munion at a. m.
ST. MARY's CHURCH.
Services Low Mass at $50 a. m. Low Mass
for children and short sermon at a. m. At
1870 a. High Mass and sermon. At 7:O y.
Most Blessed Sacrament.
FIRST NJ. E. CHURCH.
Rev. w. l.. Mcdowell, Pastor.-Preachiug
at ii a. m and p M, by the pastor 5.9O p.
Friends of job" 2.30 y. m.-sunday School.
Wednesday, at p m.-Prayer Meeting.
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.
= Rev. J. w. McIlvain, Preaching at
II a. IN. Subject - "Ycare the Light OF the
World" p. m.-Subject :-'"fhe eleving
Greeks-Tne Unbelieving Jews" 2.3O p. m.-
Sunday School Ghgstap GndshY9y
Howf Trustees meeting Tuesday at y. m.
at the pastors study.
WESLEY CHAPEL NJ. r. CHURCH.
Rev. John Edwards, Pastor Preaching Mt
for the morning. The first of "A series of ser
mons on the Holy Ghost. Song service at 1910
a. m. 2.30 p. m.-Sunday School. 7.l5 y. m.-
Epworth League. Wednesday, at p. m.-
Prayer meeting.
Eastport misunderstanding by Rev. John
Edwards ut 4.l5 p. m. All cordially invited.
EAsTPoRT BAPTIST CHURCH.
Rev. Mr.. Myers, Pastor-Preaching at II a.
m. and 7.30 p. m, by the pastor. 30 y. m.-
Sunday school. p. ny. y. 8. e. Il. Sub
ject ION Guard-Ovcr What How Evan
gelistic services held every Sunday night. All
are welcome.
GERMAN LUTHERAN CHURCH.
Rev. Carl A. S. Bersch, Pastor.-Preaching at
II a. m. and 73O p. M, by the pastor. 2.3O p. m.
Sunday School.
AsBURY NJ. r. CHURCH.
Rev. T. B. Perkins Pastor.-Pieachinga at II
a. m. and 1.30 p. m, by the pastor. p. m.-
Sunday School. p. m.-Epworth League.
MOUNT MoRIAH A. NJ. Y. CHURCH.
Rev. ID. g. Hill, ,Pastor.-Preaching at IL a. m.
2.30 p. m.-Sunday School.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20
20 ". BALTIMORE ST.,
- Opp. Hanover St.
BALTIMORE, MD.
HefdeIberger G Co.,
CIOthierS for the Masses.
HONESTY.

There's no buncombe in our Bar.
gains; no string led to our guarantee.
1t has the seal of honesty and square
dealing stamped on it. The Bargains
we promise to give you, you get. You
cannot get them in any other store in
this CITY.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20

CAMP PAROLE, Md, April 20, '95.
Welding to the solicita ions Of many
lind and partial friends, l hereby Of
Ssr myself as Republican candidate
INV the office of SHERIFF OF ANNE
ARUNDEL Co., subject to my nomina-
tion at the County Convention.
a9Om "M. NhAo. bO Ohh.
T OST.-N LADY'S BLACK SILK
l. UMBRELLA, with twisted cherry han
5e 4 reward of Sl09 will be paid IL left at
this ohiee, al9w
nor SALE.-TwO t2l SAILING
BATTEAUX, l6 and 20 It. Can be seen
a. foot of shpwright street on Spa Creek. or
Gy applying 20 A. p. ERLAN DSON. al9w
WANTED. AN ENERG ETC
w YOUNG MAN or WOMAN 90 sell dress
,oods 10 private individuals in this locality
So0d opportunity for bright perseveIing
party Address giving full particulars, New
York Dress Goods CO., 1l5 Worth Street, New
York City. allow
nor RSALE-A -AFIRST-CLASS NEW
I CAT BOAT. at wINDSoR's Boat chop.
Eastport, opposite postofliee. al5w
WANTED SALESMAN; SALARY FROM
" start, permanent place. Brown Bros.
Co.. NGrseryman, Rochester, N. Y. 4-iO-w
OST-A TWISTED SILVER
LBelt Buckle Finder will be rewarded III
returned 20 Mrs. Kenuedy's, Prince George
street 1w
b,Fnn TO LEND ON MORTGAGES IN
Sl,5UU SUNS DzsifL H2 'RIFi K. RANDALL. alo
TOR SALE.-TWO ROW BOATS.
+ can be seen at wINDSOR'S BOAT SHOP
Eastport, opposite the Postoflice. a9w
7 OST.-A GOLD SWORD SCARF
IL PIN, with small Stone in HIT. A re
ward OF 30 IL left at this office. a6w
nor sALE-Two PORTABLE FORCES.
Il One 40 foot Extension LADDER; one 2,OOO
lbs Pully Chain. viii be sold cheap. Apply
TO JOHN JOHNSON. 80 Main Street. 45-lw
Tor sALE-oNE HORSE. WILL WORK
IN double or single. One Set HARNESS, and
nne decked BOAT. viii be sod cheap, as
the owner has no use for them. Apply 20
Charles street, 4-4w
FOR SALE-AN OAK SIDEBOARD
and ono L ng curtain POLE, for double
door Can be seen at Republican Oflce. az
MONEY TO LOAN-ON MORT
N'A 'A'N' GRSiiEs 1RGMEs r.. BRAsHEARs,
s% Annapolis, Md.
FOR SALE.-EXTENSION TABLE,
1 DOUBLE WARDROBE, DRESSER,
TABLES ahd other Furniture. Also a fine
PIANO. Apply 20 Mrs. E. A. CORCORAN,
Md. Ave. and Prince George Street. alw
WANTED.-HONEST, ENER-
w getic Men to solicit orders for Nursery
Stock. Permanent employment, expenses
and salary. Write at once for terms and ter
rtory for fall delivery. The II. q. Chase Co.,
l4SO South Penn Square, Philadelphia, Pa.
WANTED-A GOOD SALESMAN
w TO travel In a Speciality Line and can
easS City or Country trade In this State.
psrty with previous experience Preferred
Reference required. Apply at the this office
for information. 322w
DOR SALE-A FINE BROOD AND
Il DRIVING MARE, also light WAGON
viii be sold cheap. Apply to
4l6w JOHN CUNNING. Eastport.
III EOR GATE "A GMATT. COT-
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20

IOST.-N LADY'S BLACK SILK
l. UMuRELLA, with twisted cherry han.
5'c. A reward of Sl09 will be paid IL left at
this OhGe, al5W
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20
MoTIcE z

1wll not be responsible for any debts con-
trated by my wife, Mary Agnes Skoch, in my
name. THOMAS SkOCH.
April Is, 1896.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20
Money to Loan

MONEY TO LOAN in sums to suit. City
or county property. Apply TO
GEORGE FORBES,
left Attorney -at-LaW.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20
Announcement

CAMP PAROLE, MD, April 20, '95.
Welding to the solicita ions of many
,;nd and partial friends, l hereby of
Sr M myself as a Republican candidate
H,r t6e Office of SHERIFF OF ANNE
aprNpEL Co., subject to my nomina-
tan AT the County Convention.
sGOm WIN. CHAS. BURK.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20

WAN Il + ID. - AN ENERGETIC
W YOUNG MAN or WOMAN 90 sell dress
,oods 10 private individuals in this locality
Sood opportunity for bright perseveIing
Marty Address giving full particulars, New
York Dress Goods Co., 115 Worth Street, New
York City. allow
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1895-04-20

KIDNEY AND BLADDER.-Dr. Hum
phreys' Specifics No. q and 80 cure
Kidney and Bladder troubles. Price
25 cents each; at youIdruggist.
hEADACHE cured in 20 minutes by DR.. Miles
PAIN P LIS. 'One cent dose" At druggists
Deming headlight., 1895-08-16

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Regular rontotallon second Thursday ~ taflI
mouth tt 3 p,NI., M Masonic Hail. tuioHIuInr
Lpmrnnluu6 cordially InfIloH'
j,r Nconanrf, b. hip.
tpl fHkhrufna, Secretary.
Deming headlight., 1895-08-16

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First publication luis iclh. 1870.
Deming headlight., 1895-08-16

nEMrNo COUNCIL. No =. n. A +. A.
Regular Assembly fhlfd IlInf4fht III each n,nnii.
ni Hp.m., ~ Ausonlg Halt NlaIunH Companlon8
cordially luffinl.
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La democracia. (Ponce, P.R.) 1890-1948, 1895-02-02
! I I

In querer consOlar las grandes penas
De una mujer tan frmc tan amaute,
Era aquel pobre confesor IN ciego,
Sabiendo que corrfa pOr suS yenas
La sangre de las vihas de Alicante
Que crian una savia como el fuego.
Ell cura no saba
Que ell 70 amar es muy bueno, pero ca frio;
por ESQ Teodora lie decfa,
Derramando en- sus llagas el rocio
be una piedad sincera.
Van 4 cumplir veinte amos
Que, ajena de pasiones Y de engahos
Vuestra sagrada communion primera
Fue por yos de mi mano recihida;
lSed digna del honor de yuestra historic.
Reanimad ell yalor con la mem0ria
De los amos primeros de la vida.
-IQuince amos hace eScasos,-
fedora murmuro, que el dulce ruido
Que levantarOn al marchar sus pasos
Qued6 como una ntisica en- mi oidoi
Y hace veinte-af1adio con torvo ceflo
Miranda al cielo en- ademan de queja,-
Que es 81 de mi alma mis- sentidos duefo;
Veinte amos que pasaron como un suenO!
lTeneis raz0n: no me crei taa yieja, ....
Mas no hay miedo; 6 vencer 6 ser ycneida;
O perder la Writ nd dar Ia vida.
Dice asf, V tiembla la infeliZ espOsa
Cuando la causa dc su NAL confiesa,
Como suele temblar la mariposa
Que siente ell alfiler que la atraviesa:
\ ell pobre cOnfesor, que no sAOla
Que 81 es bucnO no amar, es COSa tria,
Cual sintiendo en- Ia piel la ardiente buella
De un diablo que abrasandole le toca,
Mira la enferma con payOr, y en ella
Halla una especie de porfil de loca.
Y agarraIdole bien con la mirada.
No SOY loca, es que estoy enamorada,
La democracia. (Ponce, P.R.) 1890-1948, 1895-02-02

cuando ell cura, de su buen conselo
El termino funesto contemplate,
Llorando como un ni1o ell pobre viejo
Sobrecogido de terror oraba
.Yo la mate yo he sido su asesinol-
Gritaba ell infeliz, desesperado,
Quejandose de ST como un malvado,
Que aseSina la vuelta de un camino.
Mas, tiel su destino,
Conociendo despues, mas serenado,
Que asi a yolyerse loco un hombre empieZa,
Con honor exclamo:-i Fuera tlaqueza!-
\ valerosamente
Reanmando uno nno SuS SentidoS,
brillar comenZo su noble frente
Con la luz de los seres elegidos.
=: Hago ell bien, suceda 10 que quera! :
Dice tranquilo con la fIente erguida.-
Entre la muerte $ la virtud, que muera,
Que eS Ell deber primero que la vida! =
Pas0 despues un sglo de un momento;
Murmuro otra oracion, de repente
Azot6 con los pies el pavimento
Y con las manos Sc aZoto la frente:
Miro Ia muerta con viril firmeza.
Y repetir volvio:-i Fuera tlaquezal
\ Ell cura del Pillar. serene, mudo,
Rendido ell cuerpo destrozada ell alma,
DeSpues de un negro batallar tan rudo,
a recoger volyio su santa calma
Como recoge ell gladiator su escudo.
La democracia. (Ponce, P.R.) 1890-1948, 1895-02-02

Tempestad cultural de aspiraciones,
Una oracion sobre otra le prodiga.
Y exclama ell sace1dote horrorizado:
Ell angel llega tarde, y solo espiga
Lo que va Satanas dejo segado!- =
Y asi ell buen cura exclama,
Porque va con dolor ha comprendido
Que es impossible, a semejante llama,
Oponerse un amante que es querido,
Y entregarse un marido que no Sc anna
aunque algo tarde, conocer empieza
Que es ma, fuerte ell amor que los deberes,
Pues rinde de los hombres la firmeza
Y hasta ell d6bil poder de las mujeres.
La democracia. (Ponce, P.R.) 1890-1948, 1895-02-02

al cUr4, que azorado Ia yeia,
estaba en- todo, este es. no estaba en NADIA,
Despu6s lie repetfa,
Aceptando, fedora, resignada
La paciencia que lleva q la agonia:
II lAdorarlo 6 morir, tai es mi suertel-
Y ei cura respondia
=Pero pensad en- Dios, la hora es sombrfa;
Wed que estals en- peligro de la mueIte!
Y enfermo de terror sentimiento,
Su rostro, que tapo con ambas manos,
Sc cubrio de ese tinte amarillento
Que da tanta tristeza en- los ancianos.
-Ya veis que SO morir como es debido, :
Siguio fedora con siniestra calma.-
Decidids & partir, tan solo os pido
Que ech6is sobre mi cuerpo sobre mi alma,
FL su memoria, su piedad ell cielo,
Vos Ell perd6n, la humanidad su olvido,
La tum ba su pudor, la muerte an veloi-
La democracia. (Ponce, P.R.) 1890-1948, 1895-02-02

Pasan despues unos momentos llenos
De calma aterradora
! entire tanto lqu6 hacia
En- alocada expectation Teodora
Dormfa No. Velaba 7 Mucho menos.
Con las manos ell pecho So oprimia
QGeriendo hacerse el corazon pedazos.
50 incorpora despues, alza los brazos,
Estrecha en- ilusioa alguna cosa
En medic de IA tiebre que la abrasa,
I dice con sonrisa voluptuosa
Dejandolos caer:-.Es 81 que pasa,-
Al yer aquel amor inexOrable,
4 81 buen pi0s Ell cura incOnsolable
La encomienda en- sns santaS oraciones:
Y al OR, espantado.
Salir de Ia culpable
Adnela interminahle