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The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-01-12
= Roger Servis, Butler 1874.

He had cut It there himself, years ago,
when he had charge of these cellars.
Well we had to wrench ourselves
away at last, as 1t was near midnight.
and Miss Driscoll, who is organist and
choir preceptor In St Mary's church in
Newport here, had to play at the mid
night mass. which Is always held here
on Christmas eve. SO we tore our un-
willing selves away and We're driven
into town again, where attended mid
night mass, for the first time in my life
was very sleepy, and propped myself
I'D against the organ and dozed
through the service with dreams of his
lordship, the wise old butle1N the fat
housekeeper, and the misty old pic
lures floating through my head. I was
wide awake enough, however, to notice
with interest mat the mass, which
was being sung, was one composed by
d. Protheroe, of Scranton, Pa. The
service being over, managed to be the
first one to wish people a merry Christ
mas. sleepiness to the contrary not
withstanding. Home we went. and
Santa Claus had already been there,
leaving lovely little brooch for me,
which he presented to me through the
kind and dear Miss Driscoll.
Charming House Party. M
Next day, which was Christmas, I
had the pleasure of forming one OF a
charming houseparty, at the home of a
most lovely woman who l knew In
Newport before, and whose daughters
know in London. We were all there.
and I had most wildly enjoyable
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-01-12

The Family Skeleton:
Back from the seaside, back to town,
Noses red and faces brown;
Back to find In the dlngy fiat,
The mould'ring bones of the locked-in ci
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-01-12

L'enfant Terrible.-Flossle-Tel me,
grandma, how did you like being in the
ark with Noah?
child.
Flossie-Werent you; then how was it
you weren't drowned?
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-01-12

Straight on the steamer goes to cer-
tain destruction. as 1t seems. on the
shore, which everywhere surrounds.
Suddenly two flash lights appear like
twin stars ablaze In the dark, the helm
is put hard over and we round the sharp
point of Cape Faro only to run into
the boiling. seething. swirlins waters
of Charybdis as we gaze along the
rough, unfriendly side of 'ship-wreck-
ing Scylla."
On the same side with Scylla is the
old town of Rhegium. now looking like
Newport with the countless lamps
along the shore forming frame of yell
low gold and dotted through with my
riads of lights twinkling like so many
fire-fles. And opposite vying with and
even surprising Rhegium In extent and
brillancy lies Messina. The evening Is
warm, the stars bright and crescent
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-01-12

''Thank heaven. the fuss Is all over"
said the bridegroom, land / have you all
to myself"
Yes" returned the happy bride: "and
now let us take one last look at the we'd
ding presents before pa sends them back
to the jewelers."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-08-03

Homeopathic Hospital Thursday, after a
brief illness. has cast gloom over this
community, where Mr.. Hatch had many
friends. The serious illness of Miss Hatch
in New Hampshire increases the distress
of their friends. Mr.. Ches. Hatch arrived
from New Hampshire today to take charge
of his fathers remains, which are lying
embalmed at the undertaking establish
ment of W. r. Speare.
Miss Dyer has gone to Colonial Beach
for two weeks stay.
Mr.. and Mrs. Homer Query and Miss
Sue Davis have gone to Virginia for the
month of August.
Mr.. D. X. Walters of Milton. Pa. is sum
mering In Takoma and Is being very much
benefited.
DR.. and Mrs. H. NJ. Bennett with Miss
Bennett, have returned from a short stay
at Bay Ridge, where the former was the
successful contestant for the prize in the
sack race, which was ticket to st. Louis.
Mrs. Morris Bean, accompanied by her
son and daughter, has gone to Colonial
Beach for a fortnight.
Prof. N. DuShane edward has returned
from Ocean City, where. on Saturday
night.he entertained, by request, the guests
of the Atlantic Hotel with a concert by
the Mask and Wig Club.
Miss Jewell has returned to her home
from a visit to Mrs. Coward. Miss Morri-
guest OF the latter during August
At Hotel Takoma tonight a cake walk
will be given for the entertainment of the
guests and few friends.
Rev. Mr.. Bennett of Princeton, a former
classmate of Rev. John Van Ness, will fill
the pulpit in the Presbyterian Church to-
morrow at IL am.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-08-03
Modern Sport.

From the Chicago News.
A tiger and leopard grizzly and a pack
of ferocious black wolves turned matadores
recently to tickle the jaded appetite of the
Spaniards for blood. Queen Christina re-
fused to see the CORY spectacle.
In the making of kites, shape is no con-
sideration. A square, circle, hexagon,
man, star, fish, dragon, horse or shield will
fly equally as we'll, but they must be
equally prooortioned
In Japan and China, where kite-fying Is
the national sport. whole mena gerie is
often seen in the air-horses, cows, dogs,
Monkeys bats crows. fishes and snakes.
There are two kinds Of war kites-the
armed and the unarmed. The object of the
armed kites is to commit as much havoc
as possible in kitedom. To the tail are at
tached sharp pieces Of broken glass which
cut the strings of other kites, running and
losing them.
Kite clubs which hold meets and tourna-
ments and award prizes have been organ
lied all over the country.
In Japan they fly castles and pagodas
with windows lighted by small lamps SO
that they look like real houses. Another
fancy is to tie lanterns to the tail of the
kite These attract much attention in the
air, as they seem entirely without support
The usefulness of the kite, though forgot
ten by most persons, is not ignored by the
engineer, who uses it in carrying lines over
deep chasms. 1t was in this way that the
first wire of the Niagara suspension bridge
was got across the Niagara river.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-08-03
LANGOON.

Mr.. B. F. Edwards and family Of EN-
poria street have returned from their trip
to their old home in Missouri.
Mr.. William E. Main was taken suddenly
i'll at the home of Mr.. H. Sohl. on Goth
street. and with his family returned to his
home in Frederick City, Md.
Mrs. E. L. Dawson has returned to her
home, having learned that her grandchild
was very Ill.
Mr.. E. L. Corwin has moved in one of
DR.. L. c. Loomis' houses in Winthrop
Heights.
Mr.. Frank Grimes of the Queens Chapel
road, VINO was poisoned some weeks ago,
is now colvalescing.
Mr.. P. G. Grimes is visiting his brother
at Oxen HILL Md.
Mr. James H. Plat and family, Mrs LIE
Roy Welch and Mrs. Tobias Talbert left
for st. George Island.
Mrs. John Burke entertained her Sabbath
school class at her home. on 26th street.
There were present Miss Lizzie Sicily Miss
Mabel Grimes, Miss Elsie Loor, Miss LIZ
zie Stewart, Miss Cora Green and Miss
BERTHE Stewart.
At last nights meeting of Langdon
Lodge, No. 6, l. o. G. T., the following off,
GERS were elected: Mrs. 1. ]. Baker, chief
templar; Mr.. Oscar Harvey, vice templar;
Miss Anna Cheska, recording secretary;
Mr.. Walter Berry, financial secretary: Mrs.
A. NJ. Dewey, treasurer; Miss Verde Cat
terton, marshal. On August the lodge
will hold their regular open meeting in
their hall
Mr.. r. c. Walton and son, Pelham, have
returned from their outing at Atlantic
City.
The Northeastern Suburban Association
will meet on Monday evening, August 5.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-08-03
VIENNA.

The handsome residence of NAL o. E.
Hire was thrown open a few evenings
since to his friends, when his daughter
Miss KATRINA, gave a progressive euchre
party in honor of her guests, the Misses
Barnes. Mrs. Robert Graham and Mr.. c.
Vernon Ford won the first prizes, while
Mr.. Frank Williams and Miss Gormley
won the BOBBY. A delightful feature OF
the evening was several songs by Mrs
Bernard. After refreshments dancing was
INDUCED in until the hour of departure
2:3o am Among those present were the
Misses Huntington, Bu!ley, Simonds and
Malcolm of Vienna. Gormley of Ohio, Bal
lard Of Falls Church, Gray of New York
Barnes of Washington, Moore, Wells East
man and Mrs. Powell Of Fairfax Mrs
Graham of New York, Mr.. and Mrs Ber-
nard of Washington, and Messrs, Williams
Huntington, Bukey and Stats of Vienna
Ballard of Falls Church, Bond, Ford, Dono-
hoe, Moncure and Keith of Fairfax.
Rev. S. V. Hildebrand, pastor Of the NJ
E. Church Solth, Fairfax, immersed two
citizens of Manassas "a gentleman and his
III the presence OF a largo assemblage,
This was the first time that Mr.. Hide
brand had ever baptized any enc by i'm
merSion.
On the same day Rev. Thomas D. Lewis,
rector of the Episcopal Churches at Fair
fax and Manassas, also baptized, by i'm
mersion, in one of the little lakes on Mr.
Robert Portners beautiful farm, near
Manassas.
The ladies Of the Christian Eadeavor So
ciety Of Vale NJ. L. Church held an ice
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-08-03
EVANSVILLE.

Mike Fiala was arraigned before Justice
Carr on the charge of vagrancy yesterday
and sentenced to sixty days in the house Of
correction at Jessup's Cut.
Golden Chain Lodge, Independent Order
CT Good Templars, has elected the follow
ing officers for the ensuing six months: G..
w. Gray, chief templar; L. w. Sakers, vice
templar; H. w. Shepherd. past chief tenn
plar; w. Mcmillan, chaplain: H. E. Davis,
recording secretary; R. Kliener, financial
secretary; Miss Mary Brown, marshal; AL
bert MCffatt. guard; H. o. Emmons, lodge
deputy; H. E. Davis, H. o. Emmons. w.
Mcmillan, trustees. These officers will be
installed at the next meeting of the lodge.
The grand architect of the Grand Lodge
CT Maryland, accompanied by other grand
officers of that lodge, will visit Golden Rule
Lodge, I. o. NJ, of this place on the 18th
instant.
There is some dissatisfaction existing
among the democrats of this district over
ernor.
The Ladies' Mite Society connected with
the Methodist Church of this village at a
recent meeting elected the following off,
GERS: Mrs. P. c. Bowen, president; Mrs.
l.. H. Stands, first vice president: Mrs. Geo.
Markw ard, second vice president; Mrs. Bar
ron. third vice pre- sident; Mrs. E. l.. Payne,
secretary: Miss Carrie Mccullough, treas
pointed.
The republicans will hold their primaries
in the several election districts of this
county at o'clock this evening for the
purpose Of choosing five delegates to rep
resent each district in the county conven-
ticn, which will be held at Marlboro on
Monday. There will be a lively fight be-
tween the rival candidates for the nomi-
nation for clerk of the circuit court,
Messrs. John W. Belt and ]. Turner Per-
kins, and the regular glass ballot boxes
will be used to deposit the votes in. The
followers of Belt are sanguine of success,
and the friends of Perkins are equally as
confident of carrying the day. A number
of persons from this district are anxious
convention.
Mr.. d. NJ. Nesbit desires to say that he
is not candidate for the nomination of
county commissioner, subject to the repub-
lican county convention. as has been stated.
Mr.. ard Mrs. Chas. II. Welsh have gone
to Atlantic City.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-08-03
FALLS CHURCH,

The annual excursion of Falls Church
Lodge of Odd Fellows yesterday to Bay
Ridge was largely attended and a very en-
1oyable occasion. Among those who at
tended was bride and groom, well-known
young people of Lewinsville, who the day
before had created a sensation In that
usually quiet village. two miles distant
from here, by clipping. The parties were
MIR. Howard Croker, son of Mr.. ]. S.
Croker. and Miss Elton Walton, daughter
of Mr.. j. N. Walton 1t seems that the
parents of the young lady strenuously OPP
posed the attentions of yourg Croker and
Crockers parents We're also rot altogether
pleased with the match, but these obstacles
did not prevent the progress of the court
ship, which termir ated in an elopement.
The young lady is a music teacher in the
neiShborhood. and on the day named she
went as usual to give her lessons, unac-
companied by any one, and aroused no sus-
picion of her intentions After attending
to her classes she went to West End depot
and met yourg Croker by previous ap-
ro.ntment, and they proceeded to Wash
irgton and went to Brightwood and were
married by Rev. r. F. Shipley, pastor of
the NJ E. Church. After the ceremony
they went to the house of an aunt of the
groom TT Brightwood Park where they
will remain for the present ard await for
giVeness on the part of the home folks. If
obtained. they propose making their home
with the parents of the groom. While hap
piness was thus supreme to one portion of
the party on the occasion. a sadness was
created during the excursion to another
large circle of frierds by an unfortunate
accident happening to Miss Edna Bailey,
a bright and attractive young lady from
Washington, who is visiting the home of
Mrs. Kate Wright here. The young lady
was enjoying a bath at tie beach, and in
going rapidly down the toboggan slide she
unfortunately threw her hand out, and,
coming in contact with the side, a large
splinter was forced into her finger, extend
ing to the palm of the hand causing in
tense pain 1t was with great difficulty re-
moved by Mr.. Geo. T. Carr, clerk of the
hotel, assisted by Mr.. NJ. E. Church of this
town. When finally extracted it was found
to be fully three inches in length and
fourth of an inch in diameter
Mr.. and Mrs. Seth Osborn and daughter
Miss Julia, have gone for a months outing
to Asbury Park.
The Mission Band of the Presbyterian
Church, Miss Clara Gulager, president,
will hold lawn party on the church lawn
Friday night.
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TAkOMA PARK.

1.-The Whittingtam' dance Thursday
night was most enjoyable affair. These
semi-monthly hops have become SO popular
that the limited number of invitations are
eagerly sought. Mrs. Barker received and
entertained her guests, assisted by the
ladies of the no, Sc. Some of those present
were Mrs. l.. p. Shoemaker, Mrs. Judge
Miller, Mrs. NJ. Cady Becker, Mrs p. r.
Cunningham, Mrs. VIM. Alvey, Mrs. Colby.
Mrs. DIR. Abrams, Mrs. Duln, Misses Katie
Lay, Flore.,ce Kerr, Carol Sunny, Marcia
Ewormstedt. Ollie Slater, Florence Smith,
Blanche Lay. Amy and Mary Macleod,
White, Waters, Paxton. billiard and
Messrs C Inningham. Dulin. Frank Reyes,
Harry and E. Reyes. Bert Poler, " John
son, Swormstedt. Lay, Willis, Pomeroy
Slater, Maddert, Middleton, S. S. Carroll,
George Hairs. Barker. and many Others
The resumption of lis work by Rev.
Robert NJ. Moore. pastor Of the Methodist
Church, after an illness CT several weeks,
has resulted In a change of the hour of
service to pm, in Takoma Hall.
The death Of Mr.. Daniel G. Hatch at the
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-08-03
HERNDON.

Mr.. Joshua P. Wiley, who was paralyzed
last year in June, died Wednesday morning
at 1870. Funeral services were held in the
Episcopal Church Thursday morning. The
burial was in Chestnut Grove cemetery
Miss Amanda Bready celebrated the sew
entieth anniversary of her birthday by in
wiling some of the friends near her age
and others connected by family ties Tues
day evening Of this week. Among those
present were Rev. DR.. Mason, Mr.. and Mrs.
VIM. A. Van Deusen, Mr.. and Mrs. George
W. Bell, Mr. Isaiah Bready and family,
Mrs. Elizabeth and Miss Lottie Wells, Mr..
and Mrs. w. D. Sweetser Mrs. Ella Morse,
Mrs. B. H. Bready. Miss Nellie Tewksbury
and Mr.. E. L. Robey. A repast was serv-
ed at o'clock. Some presents were brought
in. At about 8 o'clock the company sepa-
rated. The occasion was highly enjoyed
by all present.
VIM. W., son Of Mr.. Isaiah Bready, whose
health is somewhat impaired, started for
Denver, Col, Wednesday. He will also visit
Albuquerque, N. NJ, before his return.
His many friends here are strong in their
hope that the change in climate will effect
complete restoration to his former good
health.
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SUBURBAN NEWS
ANACOsTIA.

A night blooming cereus blossomed
Thursday night at the residence of Mr.. C.
B. Smith. Anacostia. Four beautiful per-
feet blossoms began to open about pm.
and continued open all night, filling the
entire house and vicinity with their de-
Iightful fragrance. Many friends called
during the evening to enjoy the scene.
The Ladies' Aid Society of the Anacostia
Baptist Church will give a lawn festival
or the church lawn Tuesday evening next
for the benefit OF the mission at Fort
Foote Md. A fine musical program has been
arranged and the Anacostia Banjo. Man.
dolin and Guitar Club has promised to at
tend.
Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Horner of Wash
fngton avenue are visiting Mr.. Frank Joyce
of Congress Heights.
The question Of more railroads Is begin
ming to be agitated in Prince Georges and
other counties in southern Maryland. 1t is
said that i3 the only part of the state that
Is not adequately served by railroads, and
1t is urged that there should be n line to
the Potomac in st. Mary's county. The
country is as fine and naturally rich as
any In Maryland, and it needs only the ap-
plication of hard work and modern meth
DDS and better market facilities to bios
som with prosperity again.
1t Is believed that the time is near when
immigration to Maryland will fill up the
unoccupied places and bring the farm
lands to their old values, ard it is as
serted that no section offers better oppor-
tunities than the southern Maryland coun-
ties, while 1t 10 eieved that it must be
only matter of time when the railroad
will be built
The county commissioners Of Charles
county, Md, at their meeting at La Plata
day or two ago, passed an order to is
sue 10000 of bonds to build a court house
at La Plata. The bonds will be sold at
public auction in La Plata, August 49,
They will bear per cent interest and will
ran for forty years. but redeemabIe in ten
at the option of the commissioners.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-08-03

TEUSTEES' SALE OF VALUABLE IMPROVED
PROPERTY on FRANCIS PLACE, BETWEEN
AND AND FIRST AND CANAL STREETS
1894, and recorded in Liber 1869, folio 1884, of the
land records CT the strict of Columbia we WILL
WEDNESDAY. THE SEVENTH DAY OF AJ.
GUST, AID. 1885. AT FIVE O'CLOCK PM, sell, at
public auction, in frcnt. of the premises, the fol-
lowing described real estate. situate in the city
Lots numbered from hundred ard thirty
seven Q31) to one hundred and forty-ive u45).
both inclusive, and lots numbered from one Hundred
and fifty $50 to hundred and ffty-two u52).
of part of square seven hundred and forty four
T44l, per plat recorded in Liber 20, folio 1885,
in the surveyors office of the District of Columbia
Each lot. which is improved by 4 brick dwelling.
will he offered separately. The lois will he sold
subject to certain prior incumbrances, the particu
lars Of which will be stated at the sale, or may
at any time be ascertained from either Of tie
trrs tees.
Terms of sale: One third of the purchase money
in cash. balance in equal installments in one and
ortion. Deferred payments to be represented by
the purchasers notes, dated the day OF sale,
bearing interest at the rate of per cent per an
mum. payable semi -annuay. and secured 10y deed
be sold clear of taxes 10 June 80. 1895 All con-
ard recording at the purchasers cost.
deposit of $50 each lot IL sold separately or
$500 If sold together will be required at the
sale. Terms of sale to be complied with within
ten days from the day of SALE or the trustees re-
serve the right to resell the property at the risk
and cost OF the defauting purchaser, after five
HENRY n. WALTER,
424 11th st. Ew
JOHN RIDOUT
s44 b st. NV.
JyZ1-dSds Trustees
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BROOkLAND.

Mrs. Fred. Weeks. with her mother and
baby. are at Oakland, Nd. where they will
spend some time. Mr.. Weeks will leave
soon for California, on business for the
geological survey.
Rev. DR.. Garrigan. DR.. Griffin and Rev.
DIR. Green have returned from their vaca-
ton and now at the Catholic Uni
yersty.
st. Anthonys lawn party will open Tues
day, at which there will be attractions for
the young and old Dancing may be in
dulged in every evening till a late hour,
while cool refreshments may be had on
any part of the lawn. Fortune teilers will
reveal the futures of ALL Thursday the
grounds will be thrown open to the chill
dren from 10 am. to Il pm, and various
amusements will be prepared for the little
ones. Flowers may be had on the grounds.
management of Miss Alma Noyes.
Word has been heard from Mrs. Carl
Burg and Mr. Edward Burg. They are
now in Switzerland enjoying the marvel
Gus scenery of the Alps.
The Brookand Drum Corps met last
night at the town hall, where there was
full attendance of thirteen, and Mr.. John
Gass ably led the boys during their prac-
t!cing. MIR. Ernest Shocks was elected re-
corcine secretary and treasurer By next
Friday night the boys expect to have their
Instruments, after which they will put in
some hard earnest work. and there is no
She uld not equal any other drum corps, for
II las az energetic leader and enthusiastic
nrem.'ers.
Their was an informal meeting of the
Brooklani Citizens Association at the
town hall last night, when President
Lynch presented several subjects that are
OF importance to this locality. A letter
from the Northeast Citizens Association
was read, asking cooperation in suggest
Ing to the Commissioners certain tracts
fer public parks. After some discussion,
1t was the general opinion that Brook
land people should endeavor to secure the
setting apart of the old Fort Bunker Hill
Site as a public park, not only on account
of its desirable location, but because of the
historic interest that attaches to the
ground. 1t was also suggested that the
old Fort Totten should be park.
The subject of purchasing the old fire
equipment of the Mt. Pleasant people was
talked about and referred to the appro-
pirate committee. The need of some sort
of fire extinguishing apparatus was fully
recognized. and it was stated that enough
money had been subscribed by the citi-
xens to make the proposed purchase.
The question of street improvements,
sewerage and the new school house were
discussed at some length, but it was de-
cided that no definite action could be
taken Until it was definitely ascertained
what the views of the Commissioners were,
and committee will wait upon those Of
dcials soon.