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Evening star., 1896-12-12
Mr.. Bealrs CIo.inx-Out Sale.

Book lovers are having a great treat just
now. Mr.. Robert Beall is closing out busi-
ness at 4a5 Pennsylvania avenue, after hay-
ing made his store for many years the
favorite resort of literary Washington At
this time purchase by private sale is pos
sible. so the bargain hunters are going over
the big stock with care and are securing
much that Is extremely desirable in books
and stationery. But there Is still an abun-
dance of all that is first class in new and
secondhand editions. The new books are
really new; the secondhand books were
purchased because they had value. and not
There are, therefore, many prizes on the
shelves: some of them would be highly ap-
preciated Christmas gifts. What remains
of the stock will be disposed of by public
auction. commencing Tuesday morning at
IL O'Clock; the second session will COM
mence at 7:30 pm. This win be repeated
each day until the last lot Is disposed Of
Evening star., 1896-12-12
WILLS FILED.
The Division of the Estate of the
Late DR.. Caroline ID. WfnslOw.

The Division of the Estate of the
Late DR.. Caroline ID. WfnsIOw.
The will of the late DR.. Caroline B. Wins
low, dated September 8, 1886, has been filed.
After providing for the disposal of
her body, the testatrix provides that
should the husband, Austin C. Winslow,
survive her. he is to receive $50 a month
from the estate.
All household furniture silver and bric-a-
brac are to be given to Mary Brown jan
ney, the niece and adopted daughter of
the testatrix, who.is also to have premises
No. II Iowa circle and No. / Grant place
in fee. The medical library and instru-
ments OF the testatrix are to be equally
divided between DR.. Edgar Janney and Dr.
Grace Roberts.
The Alpha, a monthly publication Is be-
queathed to Mrs. Elizabeth r. Shepherd of
ltillhurst, Washington, with the request
that she continue it. Between Mrs. Mary
Hopperton, a sister, Anna T. Hopperton a
niece, and Mary Brown Janney, all jewelry,
wearing apparel, &C., is to be equally di-
vided. Mary Brown Janney and the lat
ter husband, DR.. Edgar Janney, are APP
pointed as executors.
The unsigned will of the late Sophia A.
Parker. dated February 16 1896. was filed
today. To OrristelIa A. Wilder of Spencer.
Mass, and Helen A. Estabrook, sisters the
sum of $500 each is given. To Catharine
Dorsey, servant, 800 is given. All real
estate Is to be equally divided between the
families of the testatrixs five sisters. The
personal effects are to be equally divided
between her elder two sisters, Helen A.
Estabrook and Mary Z. Eastman. Lewis
b. Parker and Nathan A. c. Smith are ap-
pointed executors.
The will of the late Claiborn Madison.
dated october 81, 1896, was also filed today.
Ihe estate'fs beQueathed to the widow Of
the testator. Henrietta Madison, for life.
w0n remainder to his five children, John
u, Granville, Mary H. Thomas and Su-an
Lewis. John c. Madison is appointed ex-
ecutor.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

men in both Great Britain and America is
increasingr the reporter asked
In Great Britain drunkenness among
women OF all classes is undoubtedly great
ly on the increase. ] remember a few years
ago a woman with self-respect hesitated TO
go into Eublic house with her husband TO
drink II is now very common for women
10 go TO public houses with their husbands.
rEey DO not drink much as the men
still they drink in public. ~ course a wo-
man is very low down when she goes
through the streets In a drunken condition,
but II Is not fnfrequent to see women whose
showing that they have been indulgine In
drink From what l am told. by ladies'
connected with temperance work In Ameri-
ca, drunkenness is also increasing here
among women Of all classes
Miss Stacks IDEAS about the increase of
drunkenness among women In America
seemed to have been formed from what she
mad been told by ladies in this country
rather than from any observation or knowi-
edge OF her own. Miss Slack has been we'll
received wherever she has gone in the
United states, has had large meetings
everywhere. and as a result OF these meet
lngs she has secured seven hundred signers
OF the temperance pledge. She will prob
ably return TO this country next wear and
make still more extended tour. Speaking
or the work Of the W. c. T. L OF the
World, Miss Slack said:
One or the greatest good results we have
,eahzed In this international work is the
bringing together OF women of all countries
on common plane and creating among
them fraternal feeling which had not ex-
isted. Our work has brought the women
OF America and England into close touch,
ihey worked for common end. and dIf-
canoe"
Evening star., 1896-12-12
Georgetown University Ath,et,c,


The eleven of the class of '9S who proved
themselves champions in the interclass foot
ball games will be given a banquet by the
faculty Tuesday next. Besides the PLAYERS
the professors of the various classes will be
present. Thomas M. Pierce, '9s, of Tennes-
see. Will be toastmaster.
Charles Mclaughlin, the winner of the
twenty-mile road race of the Washington
Road Club, made a mile on the Conduit
road this week in 233. He was paced by
Dannemiller and Kane on a tandem.
Walsh and Pierce were timekeepers.
The athletic season closed with the last
of the series of interclass foot ball games.
and the Athletic Association managers are
now getting ready for the base bali season,
strong team will be in the field and one
which is expected to hold the position gain
ed by last seasons team, which held first
place with an average of .T27 as compared
with the other leading college teams.
The billiard and pool tournament, which
was to have taken place before the Christ
mas holidays, has been indefinitely post
poned.
Julius s. Walsh. jr.. manager Of field and
track has opened negotiations with Prince
ton and the University of Pennsylvania for
joint field and track meet to be held in
April
Evening star., 1896-12-12
An Appeal for Charity.

ihe Associated Charities desires contri-
buttons to buy shoemaker's tools to enable
man to start work as cobbler. The re-
port states that the man is in poor health
ana unable to work outdoors He has
WlIe and two children. About $15 are
heeaed TO provide tools and leather to start
ready promised to give the man worL if La
can obtain the tools and leather necessary
10 commence work. Those desiring To he,n
should send contributions to the general
northwest. - " etieet
Evening star., 1896-12-12
CanceIinx an A..e..ment.

A novel question has just been raised rel
atlve to taxation. The question is: Can
the Commissioners cancel an assessment
after once made, even II the property at the
time OF the application does not exist? 1t
appears they canrot; but before finally de-
ciding the question the opinion of the at
torney for the District will be sought The
big fire at Smiths planning MILL beside de-
stroying a large amount OF lumber. COM
pletely demolished the mill. The assess
ment on the property had been levied. but
The taxes had not been paid. Mr.. Smith
asked that the assessment against the mill
property be Cancelled. as the same did not
exist Tne assessor for the District has
decided nat however just the claim his
Office Is without authority to cancel the
assessment. The matter Will be looked into
by the attorney for the District
Evening star., 1896-12-12
The New York HERALD.

Christmas Number. issued next Sunday
Will surpass anything of the kind ever pro-
ouced. Besides all the news 1t will contain
an Art Section OF SO Beautifully Illustrated
Pages. which will be a marvel of art and
color. Artists of international repute have
Joined for Its production. Famous writers
contribute. The Cashier and AN Angel
Child" two short stories of much beauty
and strength. Features for the mistletoe
and Santa Claus season. "A Christmas in
Bethlehem" Christmas Customs. Here and
Abroad, &c More artistic and literary en-
1oyment than has ever been contained In
any newspaper. Order from your dealer in
advance. Price as usual.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

banquet. which win be given IN the near
future, the date being set at the meeting
to be held Monday evening.
There is indication that several new clubs
Will be formed during the winter, 80 as to
DE ready to ride at the opening of the sea-
son. The Weary Wheelers is said to be the
name Of club now In process of organi-
zation In the first ward, while several other
clubs are In process Of formation to which
names have not as yet been given.
The Altamont Cycle Club is keeping ex-
tremely quiet and has not done much rid
ing. The club has equipped itself with
pretty costumes, which make very at
tractive appearance.
The Mount Pleasant Homing Club made
arrangements during the week for the run
ming or Of a ten-mile road race this after
noon over the Conduit road course, the
entries to which was limited to riders un-
der seventeen years Of age. ]. NJ. Church
III Of 1922 10th street is the manager for
the race.
Evening star., 1896-12-12
LOCAL MENTION.
AMusEMENTs TONIGHT.

Academy of Musfc.-"Down In Dixie"
Buou Theater.-James B. Mackie In
Grimes Cellar Door,"
Columbia Theater.-DeKoven and Smith 8
Comic Opera Company In THE Mandarin" +"
Grand Opera House.-Black PATHS Trou-
badours.
Ice Palace. 9TH and l. streets north
west--Real ice skating.
kernan's Lyceum Theater. - Russell
Brothers Comedians. -
Lafayette Square Opera House.-Stuart
Robson In Mrs Ponderburys Past.
New National Theater.-Francis Wilson's
Comic Opera Company in Half King"
For amusements see page "A.
Evening star., 1896-12-12
North Capitol Street.

The Commissioners have made a special
report to Congress upon the subject of the
extension of North Capitol street. in which
they recommend that Congress make an
appropriation of s51. .6s6 to cover the dam
ages assessed by the marshaHs jury some
time ago to cover the cost Of the extension
through certain property. The Commits
sioners rehearse the history of the case,
and conclude their report with a recon-
nendaticn for the appropriation, which will
Evening star., 1896-12-12
NEW PUBLICATIONS.
NEW PUBLICATIONS.
THREE HOLIDAY BOOKS
By MARY ]. Stafford
Poems
BY Johanna Ambrosius,
I'd Edition.

Translated from the twenty sixth German edition.
Portrait. 18mo. $l.50.
How she acquired the exquisite literary style
she will not be explained this side Of the
hereafter. Nothing precious has
from the Fatherland since the hymns of Luther
and the writings OF Goethe. Philadelphia Tele-
graph.
Here is n woman who by sheer force Of ge-
MUS. has risen In few months from d common
laborer OF the fields TO be known Of Ger
msny's most popular modern poets''-N y. TrI-
bune.
"A Of pure genius. sui generis. .''-Chicago
Tribune.
Evening star., 1896-12-12
By EBEN J. LOOMS.
Am Eclipse Party i'm Africa

CHASING SUMMER ACROSS THE EQUATOR IN
THE o. s. S. PENSACOLA.
With an Introduction by Professor David r. Todi
Ma, PhD.. Chief Of the Expedition. Eighty four
illustrations. svo. Cloth, gilt top. $40.
The story of the expedition and the preparations
made for the eclipse full of interest. The ac-
counts of the working of the great diamond mines
I'm South Africa full OF interesting Incidents.
There is nothing technical in the book. 1t is dis
tinctly popular in its character.
AT ALL BOOKSTORES, OR MAILED POSTPAID
ON RECEIPT OF PRICE.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

N. Klns Of r,ns ; B..onan'a ,.s-a
Evening star., 1896-12-12
Debate at spencertan co,,.

The senior day and night classes of spen-
cerian College have agreed upon io,nt
debate on the evening of December .. on
the Following resolution: Resolved That
tobacco and intoxica ating drinks in anv na-
ton are more fatal to human life than
war, pestilence and famine" 1t is under
$1,000 tnat the debate is held at the re-
quest of a majority of the parents of Inc
students, who were consulted as to a nro-
gram for the Christmas entertainment
Evening star., 1896-12-12

JULIUS RANER, LADIES TAILOR,
formerly Imperial Court Tailor of Russia
ana Austria, now of 1131 14th street, oppo-
site the Portland. has, on account of large
increase in his business. been compelled to
move from 132 14th street to more COM
modious and elegant parlors at 1l31 14th
street, where his patrons will find him pl e.
pared 10 furnish them with the latest Pari-
sian styles and the newest importations.
The ladies in the Diplomatic. Congress
sional, Cabinet, Judicial and exclusive cir
cles OF Washington can rely on his taste,
experience and Judgment. He studied un-
der Worth in Paris three years, and with
Morins IN Vienna seven years.
He guarantees promptness and efficiency.
Evening star., 1896-12-12
CITY AND DISTRICT.
Real Estate Mt Auction.

Thomas Dowling & Co.. autcioneers. have
sold at public sale house 1742 Q street
northwest to Carrie Cochran Jackson for
1900; also lot 200. in Long Meadows. to
Mary F. Cragin for $500. and lots POI and
202 TO c. H. Cragin. trustee. for $500 each.
Duncanson Bros, auctioneers, have sold
at public auction nine dwellings, sos
to 522. in alley between f and F, Sd and
4th streets northeast, to John Cook, trus-
tee. for $3.50 each.
Evening star., 1896-12-12
Liquor Lfcenses.

The excise board today granted a new
retail liquor license to Henry Bothman
manager of the Jefferson Hotel. at the
9Th street northwest
Evening star., 1896-12-12
PACKAGES GIVEN AWAY
See y. Y. Biscuit Co.'S ad., page 13.

At the beginning of this session the
Wheeler & Wilson No. o machines were
selected for exclusive use in the ten differ
ent sewing schools. which are distributed
through the various sections to accOmmo-
date the pupils of the eighty-odd Public
Schools of the District.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

HUYLER'S XMAS NOVELTIES
comprising French Bonbonnieres. Fancy
Baskets and Boxes lined with satin and dec
GRATED with ribbons ETC., are now ready
and will outrival in beauty of the designs
anything heretofore attempted. These ar
tistic pieces. filled with Huyler's famous
Chocolates and Bon Bons. make the dainti
est and most welcome of Xmas gifts. Can
dies carefully packed and sent by mail and
express to all parts of the country.
HUYLER'S. COR. 18TH & F SITS
Evening star., 1896-12-12

sweeter or more acceptable Xmas re-
membrance would be difficult to imagine
th.:n a fancy box or basket filled with We
iatls Famous caramels and bon bons. Cam
dies carefully packed for mailing ana h,
express without extra charge Main store
6SO 9th ST.. branch. 14OSk G st.zAdyt
Evening star., 1896-12-12
Importent Oraental Art s.Ie.

You should visit the exhibition of Janan.
csc and Chinese art treasures that will ha
on view on Monday, December Il, ell day
at Lattmer's art galleries. d12 and d14 l2fh
st. It H. pronounced by parties who have
had an inside view to be the most eleaant
collection ever sent to Washington.
6ale win take place following day eTues-
day) at II am. and p.m., and Continue
daily at game hotars until every piece is sold
- Advertisement =
Evening star., 1896-12-12

Baby Rings; Solid Gold Child's Diamond
Ring, S5c.; Quad. Plate Cake Basket. $3.50:
Butter Dish. $3.50; Berry Bowl, $500: Nap
kin Ring, Soc; Child's Mug, $1.00; Silver
Thimbles, 25c Also few more Of the five-
piece Tea Sets, quad. plate, consisting Of
tea pot, sugar, crcamer, spoon holder and
butter dish. Voigt's price, SO. Other jew
elers charge $50. 615 7th st. opp. patent
office 1ts
Evening star., 1896-12-12

Our shipments of Lynn Haven Bay oys-
ters this morning are immense Old Rocks
never before good. this year are valuable
Meals, la carte; lunch and ) O'Clock din
ner II
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BY MYRA SAWYER HAMIIN.
Nam at Camp Chicopee;

Or, MANS SUMNER WITH THE BOYS.
Illustrated by Jesse McDermott. lGmo Cloth.
Sl.25.
A Summer story for both boys and girls about
camp life, incidents aud sports written I'm fresh,
breezy style, both wholesome and animated. The
Is laid at the famous Camp Chccorua so
long conducted by Ernest Berkeley Balch, OF
the former rector of st. Bartholomew's. New York.
One OF the features OF the book Is description OF
the natural chapel, where services conducted
by Mr.. Balch assisted by q vested choir, every
pleasant sunday during the summer.
Evening star., 1896-12-12
LIKE A Doe,g BAaK. ! !. a., ,

LIKE A DOGS BARK, Is 4 sien
fhaf there b something forei9n
efound which Ehouldn't be there.
1ou can quiet. the noise, but the
Danger nay BE- there Just the
Cod-iirer OH b not Z cough spe-
ctnr; II does not merely alfay
fhe symptoms, hut II does give
strength TO the body % that II
= Ahl4 70 throw. ~ The disease.
~. AL $l.0o s3aas.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

Col Henry NJ. Robert, at one time En-
gineer Commissioner of the District. was a
visitor at the District building for short
time today. As soon the colonefs pres
ence was known the clerks hurried to shake
his hand.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

Consumptives and sufferers from Throat
and Lung Diseases. Scrofula, ETC., will
find speedy relief in using Bakers Cod
Liver OIL. 1t is highly recommended by
physicians. See that you get that pre-
Evening star., 1896-12-12
Physfcfans' Liccnses.

Mr. Paul A. Steele, the well known PEN
man and engrosser, informed Star man
today that the engrossing of the licenses
to DE issued to physicians by the Board of
Medical Supervisors would be completed by
the latter part of next week.
Evening star., 1896-12-12
EXCURSIONS TOMORROW.

Steamer Newport News for Norfolk and
Fortress Monroe al pm.
Steamer Harry Randall for Chapel Point,
Colonial Beach and river landings at am.
Steamer Potomac for Baltimore and river
landings at pm.
Evening star., 1896-12-12
Last Nights s
Winter Tourist.' Tickets vi.

O"eHHVeHke HnU Uh1O HatIWay
Now on sale to Virginia Hot Springs, New
Orleans, Hot Springs. Ark, and points In
Texas, Arizona, California, Oregon. Mexico
and New Mexico. For full particulars ap-
ply at offices Of the company 513 and 1921
Penna. ave- and 1110 F st. n.w.-Adyt
Evening star., 1896-12-12

Maraueterte and Colonial Furniture.
There will be on exhibition at Sloans.
l4O7 G street, Monday and Tuesday, quite
q collection of choice antique furniture
Those interested will please take notice
Advertisement.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

a ROYAL CHRISTMAS GIFT
that cannot be rivaled, as any well-inform-
ed person will tell you. "Johnson's Cyclic
paedia"-a complete library for your own,
or your son or daughters use. This work
will give you real knowledge; but you will
not find this character of book in dry goods
stores. Investigate. satisfy yourself and
get what you can rely on. Postal Will bring
You full Information.
d. APPLETON & CO, 43T 7th st. NV.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

There is vast difference between Chr.
Xanders thrice-dilutable Pride of Va Port
t$S gal: i5c full qtD and his next grade, at
Doc full qt. But comparison of the latter
with any in the trade at that price will
easily reveal IT, or not, it can be excelled
To insure prompt deliveries Chr Handlers
pa irons will oblige him still more by giving
their Xmas orders for Wines and LIQUORS
early, at 900 1th st.
Evening star., 1896-12-12
CITY ITEMS.
Xoiuf aba Ioxul
Hotel Jobnsou Cnfe.

VOixf, the Jeweler.
Removed to 615 7th st. opp. T. S. patent
office, one block below old stand lts
Evening star., 1896-12-12

DISTRESSING IRRTTATIoNs. itching and scaly
skin and scalp diseases, torturing aud dIsneuring
humors-ALL speedily cured hy CTTICTRA
REMEDIES. The daily effected by them are
simply wonderful No other remedies are SO pure,
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especially appeal to Mothers worn out with the
care Of Skintortured Babies. A SINGLE ApPIICA.
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sleep. and point to a speedy and permanent cure
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The moment it is applied. Nothing like CT'TICURA
ANT1PA1N PLASTER for pain Inflammation snd
weakness Instantaneous and Infallible.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

High arm, rotary motion. Only machine
with ball bearings. At the beginning OF
this session 1t was selected for exclusive
use in the sewing department of all of the
public schools of the District. Office, AT
9th st. NV. btw. d and E. no21-s, tu Ih, tt
Evening star., 1896-12-12

Sl.25 to Baltimore and Return
Via b. and o. r. r. All trains December
II and 13. valid for return passage until
following Aonday.-Advt
Evening star., 1896-12-12

Coughs, Colds and all other Throat Trou-
bles.-"Pre-eminently the best."-Rev. Hen
nv Ward Reecher.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

Diamond Rings, $500 Up; Chased and
Set Rings. 81 up. Novelties 25c up. Bar
gains in Watches. Frank, Jeweler, 46l Pa
ave. It,
Evening star., 1896-12-12

Limited de Luxe Edition-Generals Wash
irgton, Scott Jackson. Taylor Green, Lee
Johnston, Hancock, Sheridan, Grant. Sher-
man and others-steel portraits-finest In
dia paper especially manufactured. Maps
of battlefields, &C, &c.-a superb set of
books. ID. Appleton & Co., 43T 7th ST. NV.
a few competent representatives wanted
Evening star., 1896-12-12

RoyalGlueMuctlases sticks everything .lOs
mh6-t1,stf
Evening star., 1896-12-12
Marriage Liceuses

Marriage licenses have been issued TO
James r. Carr of this city and Lois l. Nc
Lane Of Prince Georges county Nd. and
ored
Evening star., 1896-12-12

For Legal blanks and Printing.
J. S. TomliEson & Son, COS F st. n.w.-Ad.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

23c. ON the Dollar Saved
On Papering Rooms papered from $2 up.
F. g. Nolte. $40 9th st. NV. No branch.
dS-t,th,s-tf
Evening star., 1896-12-12

Weather Strips, IA Cents
Per foot; either felt or rubber. Frank Lio-
hey & Co. GO street and New York ave-
advertisement.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

12-Ineh stock lsearAs n Per loO m.
Libbey 4 Co.. 9th ct. and New York ave.
Advertisement.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

Wall Paper, House Painting and Window
Shades.
RICHARD W. HENDERSON. .111s F stn w.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

Cheon, the hest 50-cent Tea In America
Pure American Refined Granulated Sugar,
AZ cts. Seven city stores. c. d. KENNY.
Evening star., 1896-12-12
ROYAL CHRISTMAS GIFT

Breachloading guns for Christmas. ]. H
kuehling,s. I2Os and 122O Penna. ave. n. W.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

lBoyal HeaAaehe Rowaers eure Zoe
mh6-m. w.k.so
Evening star., 1896-12-12

Ricyelcrs WIN Fina the .AJax stana-
Invaluable for holding and cleaning bi-
cycles. For sale at J. w. Boteler's house,
furnishing store, 933 Penn. ave. d1O-St
Evening star., 1896-12-12

Money to lend at and Der cent ON real
estate. Frank T. Rawlings. 1906 Pa ave.
Advertisement.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

Gas and Oil Heaters. all styles and prices.
A. EBERLY'S SONS, 71S 7th st. NV.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

A. Kelly. manicure TBS 11th st. NV.
formerly of 6o4 18th ST. NV. Ladies, 30 cts
Evening star., 1896-12-12

National cigar factory is manufacturing
cigars from the lowest to the highest
grades for holiday presents. 1Ol1 Pa. ave.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

Gudess Floral Decorations.
GUIDE excels for producing artistic floral
enects. Charges reasonable. liza E.-Advt.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

GENTS SUITS CLEANED.
A. F. BORNOT, 11O3 G st.
Evening star., 1896-12-12
Visiting Cards. so for 25c. Park. Pr, oao F

Electric lights. bells, etc. Works, 1905;
Cff1ce, 1220 Penna. ave- NV
Evening star., 1896-12-12
Col. Robert Here,

Given away. See N. Y. Biscuit ad.. page II
Advertisement
Evening star., 1896-12-12

J. Jay aoulds wonders for children.-Adv.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

JAMES B. HENDERSON,
923 street northwest
Wall Paper Window Shades.
House Painting and Frescoing
LACE CURTAINS AND BLANKETS
cleaned. A. F. BORNOT. 1103 G st.
Evening star., 1896-12-12

Human Artificial Eyes; Hempler's. 9Th av.
Telephones and speaking tubes. Phone
13S-2