The morning times., 1896-11-01

@is"Nii sticet, vi IuSt SUNDAY. GreSlucnU
Frank Dent was in ch arge, and full line
OF Officers, together with good repre-
sen'ation from the local labor organiza-
lions, was in attendance.
The committee on anniversary entertain
Ment reported that the large hall of the
Typographical Temple had been secured
Tor Monday evening, November 90, that
night being the only available and suitable
date on which the hall coui,; be had during
the month of November. The action of the
commftee was approved, and instructions
given TO have tickets and other necessary
printing done. The committee on secur-
ing talent for the entertainment made a
progressive report. 1t was decided to abide
py the original proposition, viz, that the
musical and literary part Of the entertain
ment should he over by 8 O'Clock, so as TO
allow asmuch time for dancing is possible.
An appeal VIII be issued 10 the local or
ganizalions, and also to all friends of the
movement, 10 come to the assistance of the
association with as much liDerality as
possible. very urgent appeal has been
sent cut 10 the ministers of the city by
Mrs. Jennie l. Munroe, treasurer OF the
association.
The appeal sets forth the aims and OBJ
jects expected to be gained by the success
ful operation of the institution. which are
strictl yinaccord withthe teachings of moral
ity. nu matter of what creed. Mrs. Munroe
has been very enthusiastic and earnest
worker. not only with her pen, but with
herpurse e.inthelibrary movement, ever since
its first Introduction. In fact, IL was
through her ndefatigable exertions and per-
severance that the present association was
put in active operation. Much good is
predicted to result from the appeal, and no
one is more confident OF the success that is
bound to follow than the writer of the
document. AS but little expense Will DC
attached to the proposed celebration, it was
stated that the management hoped to sc-
cure neat little sum :rUm the proceeds.
new feature was proposed at the meet
inG, which wds that the hail OF the bureau
be Kept open on Tuesday night, November
}, for the aCcommO Odation Of the mcmhcrS
Of the respective labor organizations, who
wall naturally be Interested in the re-
turns from the election. A committee
was appointed to interview Mr. c. G.
Conn of The Times, To see IL arrangements
could not be made 10 secure the returns
as fast as they come in. Since the ap-
pointmcnt of the committee an arfirma-
tive answer has been received from Mr..
Conn. IL Is also proposed 10 have refresh
ments On hand 10 supply the inner man
while waiting for the returns. which viii
be supplied 10y voluntary subscriptions and
Will consist of tea, coffee, cake ana sand
wicheG
y committee was also appointed to audit
the books of the association and to report
II the next meeting as to the financial
prospects.
discussion was had, hut no action taken.
looking forward to memorialiting Con
grcssforanappropriationfor general work
ingmen's library in This city. Suggestions
Were thrown out rs to Il plan by which the
libraries of the different government de
parlmeutS might lie consolidated into one
Library ana under one roof. thai tH-
general public might participate. The
sentiment vas that it had always Teen the
wish Of the founders OF the present associa-
flfH iHa' i.r Il.sITN aitd HnTr.lu -.ts.is'- -..
kept open al night, but under its present
very limited income shas been rendered
impossible, for the principal revenue OF
the association is derived from rentals. The
establishment Of pul lie library, supported
by the government as proposed, 1t was
thought, whould remove the Obstacles, ana
would. il was confidently believed, meet
with the approval Of every intelligent resi-
dent of the city.
DISTRICT ASSEMBLY.
Very little business Of Il public nature
was astransacted at the meeting of the District
Assembly uf the knights Of Labor Geu on
last Thursday evening. The meeting was
presided over by the District Master Work
man, W, II. G. Simmons. The local assem-
hlieS were well represented and the reports
Of the delegates were very flattcring for
the pruSpectsofth order in this jurisdiction.
In his opening address the master workman
called attention of the delegates to an ar
ustic piece Cf work manship that was dis,
PLAYED III the center Of the hall, which was
nu less than an exact representation OF the
Great Seal uf knightbOO9.'
The master workman explained that the
beautiful piece of art had been executed
by Mr.. james Gallagher, Il member who
had first joined the order in Ireland, hut
at the present time resides in this city.
The work, which was in ColurS, had all
been done by hand. In the center was
triangle within a pentagon inside Of a
nvNa"on. ana the whole surrounded 10y q
circle. Just within the outer circle ap-
pears the motto of the order, THAT is the
most perfect government in which an in
jury to one is the concern of ALL" The
delegates Were so Impressed with the beau
tiful emblem that, by a unanimous vote,
it was decided to purchase the work and
have it suitably framed, after which it viii
be exhibited before the local assemblies.
The exhibit aroused great curiosity among
the delegates for further explanations of
the Great seal to such an extent that it
was unanimously decided to set apart a
portion of the next meeting so as to allow
the master workman an opportunity to de.
liver lecture on the Same.
The reports from the local assemblies
were then taken up. Painters reported
seven applications for membership and
two for reinstatement at their last meet
ing. At the next meeting promises had
been received that eighteen former mem
bers would apply for reinstatement.
Carriage Makers reported that they had
Initiated three new members at their last
meeting; also had received two applica-
lions for membership. The assembly had
also made an appropriation Of cents per
capita for the support of the Labor Bureau.
BARRIERS reported applications received
from two former members for reinstate-
ment.
Butchers reported limitations; also ac-
tion on the Herman matter.
Mineral Water Assembly delegates re-
ported splendid meeting with reinstate-
ment ceremonies; also action on Kernan's.
Beer Bottlers also made report of flat
tering prospects.
majority of the locals reported through
their delegates that the Herman matter. re-