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The times., 1897-05-13
Gen. sheridan and the Lieutenant.

An incitfent occurred during a tine when
I was in daily communication with Gen
Sheridan that illustrates his faculty, ge-
MUS, Of winning men and attaching TEEN 70
him. One morning en- entering his 1ffice 1
found him in a rot discussion with Cen.
MacFeeIey, his chief conlnlissary OF sub
sistence.
You are wrong" calculated Sheridan.
Not a bit OF it, was MacFee,ey's re-
jofuder.
and just then my entrance was observed
I'VE viii leave it to - He's just out
OF West Point, and ought 90 know atout
such things said Gen. Sheridan.
agreed" satd Gen. MacF eeiey. and
then a military proposition was Submitted,
attention called 10 a map fun of pins, and a
Young secen d Heute tenant was ordered toaT Tbi-
trate, or rather, decide question between
his commanding general and one OF his fl
officers, without any ciew as to which way
the opinion of the great cavalry commander
was galloping.
With a good many y1isavowa lsas toability
to decide, with the declaration 0f Gen.
Sheridan that "a soldiers judgme ent IN ca sc
Of need should be exercised promptly the
decision was given.
We'll" exclaimed Gen. Sheridan. Il
wouItnt have believed IT, but give up.
You're right, Mac, afer AL
The good huInor and genuine sincerity
with which this was said by Gen Sheridan,
though the decision had Un Willingly gone
against him. made that young lfenten1nt
feel that he wished Shenandoah Valley " as
spread out before him crowded with ret els,
and that he and Sheridan were riding down
unon them atone-Chicago Times Herald
The times., 1897-05-13
The Damrosch Society Concert.

Assisted by u splendid list OF musicians
the Damosch Society gave q concert at
the Columbia TheateT last night which
every one Of the large audience present
voted a success. seldom has a Wash
ingtcn organization presented SO attrac-
tive program. Instrumental music of
varied character aiternaJed with solo and
chorus work by accomplished voealists in u
genuinely pleasant fashion.
There were twelve numbers The
Damrosch Society sang four OF these and
this fine male chorus eeiipsed their own
reputation in the finesse OF their work
Their numbers were the familiar .Bedouin
Love Song" ''Annie Laurie" permitting
Mr.. Nolan TO sing a bass solo; Buck
Good Night Abt's Forest Worship"
with tenor solo by Mr. Mooney, and Julius
OuJos Silent Night with u baritone
solo by Mr. Otto Leubkert
Nellie Wilson Shir-CLffe sang very
charrnmgiy two soprano solos. one a sell
lection from Bzet's Les Percifeurs de
Perles'' and the other Chaminade's Sum
mer." Mr.. john NoIans fine bass voice
was heard in solo. BiumenthaI's Life"
The balance OF the program was rendered
by the Maud Powell Ladies' Trio This
tTlc 3s CoiflUoSeQ Oh MAUI fONtti, Lttil-
tine Gartner and Lotta Mills They are
all accomplished artists, and in their
various numbers quite captured the audi
ence. The trio played an Adsgio Motto
by Foote, a new BoIero by Arbo, and
for the first time in America charm
ing characteristic piece, la Russo by
Schutt Miss Gartner's cello solos were
a berceuse by Goddard, a "PapHlen''
by Pepper Miss Powell gave, On her
violin, Ernst's Airs Hongrais'' and
Miss Mills piano selections were two
pieces in manuscript by Salmon, Cham
son Triste and n Gayotte
The artists were generously favored
with flowers and the less substantial but
moTe spontaneous tribute of much sincere
and enthusiastic applause 1t is to be
hoped that the Damrosch Society will
often provide nlusicales OF SO charming a
character.
The members OF the society are: Tenors,
Mr. George S. Cooper, MI. Clarence E. Lsti-
mer, AIR William NJ Mooney, Mr. Charles
S. Richards, Dr. b. Fl. Riggs, MT George
Scharf, Mr. Jacob Scharf, Mr.. Charles H.
Soran, Mr. James G.. Trayior and Mr. George
p Tucker: basses, Mr.. William A DoIner
Mr. William A. johnson. Mr.. Thad NJ
Jones, Mr. otto Leubkeft, Mr Fl G. Meem.
NIr John Fl. Nolan, Mr. Frank g. OVERLY,
Mr. Charles f Roberts, Dr E. g. Seibert,
Mr. Eugene E. Stevens and Mr. Louis
Weaver
The officers are: DIR. p. Fl. Riggs, pfesi-
dent; MI George S. Cooper, vice presi-
dent; MF. Clarence f. Latimer, secretary:
Mr.. William A, Domer, treasurer, and
Mr. Jacob Scharf, librarian.
Mr. Edmund A. Varela is the conductor
who has brought the society to such
proficiency, and excellent accompani-
ments were played by Mr.. Charles j.
Toof
The times., 1897-05-13
Gen. Niles, diamond Pin.

On the face of it, there wouldn't t seem
to be any connection between Gen. Nelson
A. Miles and a drunken hrawl In Jersey
City. But it's q queer world, and through
that fight the head Of our army will re-
cover a treasured pin, which he thought
had vanished forever The pin was the
clover leaf insignia OF the Second AfE,y
Corps Association, and had three ruhjes
and many diamonds. Gen. Miles lost it
at dinner in Tayiors Hotel on Lincoln
Day. Search was unavailing. On Saturday
night, Thomas Buchanan, waiter in the
hotel, got into q barroom fight and was
arrested. He had pawnticket for a pin
The police took look at the jewel 1t was
Gen Miles New York Press
The times., 1897-05-13

Secretary Bliss Declines to Discuss
the Situation.
But IL the Nomination Should BE
rendered IL wouId Not Be
Waved side.

Cornelius N Bliss, Secretary of the In
terror, refuses absolutely to discuss the
question OF his alleged desire to be mayor
OF Greater New York
The story that Secretary Eliss desired
to be the first mayor of Greater New York
came to Washington at the time that the
Secretary was in that city. Seine of the
personal friends OF the Secretary are said
to have given considerable credence to the
story, and it appeared to have a good
color, coming as it did close upon the
stories that Mr.. Bliss intended to resign
from the Cabinet.
Mr. Bliss is not satisfied with his pres
ent berth. He feels that he deserved bet
ter at the hands OF the Mckinley Admin
istration than the Secretar ship OF the
Interior The resignation story rises up
every few days, and seems TO issue from
some inner circle, but as soon Mr..
Bliss IS approached by a member OF the
press he emphaticaIly denies that he has
any wish to resign He will explain that
the duties of the Secretary OF the In
for him, aud that his highest wish is 20
credltabiy discharge the duties Of the
office
A reporter for The Times yesterday
sought an interview with Secretary Hiss
for the purpose of asking him whether he
really did mean to change his base OF
operations from Washington 70 New York.
Secretary hiss was not in an Interview
ing hufnoT. H. had but recently returned
from New York, and it was said that he
was little bit tired. He sent word to
the reporter that he would not be inter
viewed upon the matter Of the mayOralty.
lie did net want TO say that there is no
truth in the story; he cid not want TO
deny it; did not want to contradict IT; he
did not want TO charge that it Is a
fake he Just wanted 20 be les alone
ana TO say nothing about the story that
seemed TO come so straight from New
YORK at the time the Secretary was there.
There are those at the department who
believe that IL the Secretary can be as
sured of the candidacy for the office Or
mayor OF Greater New York. he viii resign
the position Of Secretary OF the Interior.
But the only official information that
could be had was this. The Secretary
declines to be interviewed on that matter
The times., 1897-05-13
LADIES TO ASSIST GREEKS.
A Meeting Called in Response to a
Red Cross Appeal.

On Saturday morning, in the parlors Of
the Arlington Eotel, meeting VIII be
held under the auspices Of ladies interested
in the organization of a local branch of the
American National Fund Society IN aid
of the Greek Red Cross.
An appeal to the women OF America for
aid in behalf of the wounded and suffering
soldiers OF Greece has just been sent 10
this country by the Greek Rel Cross So
ciety, under the signatures Of Her Majesty
Queen olga and n Z. n Princess Sophia.
The meeting on Saturday evening has
been called in response to that appeal, and
il is intended that an active branch OF the
American Aid Society. OF which Countess
DeBrazza is president. shall be organized
III this city. The call for the meeting is
signed by Mrs. SenatorJ. T. Hawley and the
Countess DeBraZza. The presence of all
who are interested in the struggle of the
Greek patTiots against the Turks is
earnestly desired by these ladies
The times., 1897-05-13
The Princess of Wales Fancies.

The PrjncesS of Wales FancIes.
1t is probable that there is no royal per-
sonage in the world who is so passionately
fond OF flowers as the Princess OF Wales
AT Marlborough house, in the season, be-
tween 400 and 500 vases OF cut flowers
have to be filled every day, necessita ting
the employment of three meu exclusively
for this work Violets predominate. and a
considerable portion of them is grown for
the particular delectation of the princess
at Sandringnam.
Among other gossip concerning the prin-
cess, may add that She designs a good
many OF her own dresses-that is to say,
coIored pictures OF the proposed gown are
submitted to her, and she, with brush or
pencil. altc-s the picture 20 suit her taste
Chicago Record
The times., 1897-05-13
The Rest Remedy for Rheumati ism.

From the Fairbaven IN. " Register
Mr James Rowland, of this village, states
that for twenty-five years his wife has
been O sufferer from rheumatism few
nights ago she was in such pain that she
was nearly crazy. She sent Mr.. Rowland
FOR the doctor, but he bad read OF Cham
ter1ains Pain Balm and instead of going
ftr the physician he went to the store
ard secured a bottle of T. His wife did
not approve Of Mr.. Rowf,--id's purchase at
first, but nevertheless applied the Balm
thoroughly and in an hour time was able
to 20 to sleep She row applies :t when
ever she feels an ache or a pain and finds
that IL always gives relief. He says that
nc medicine which she had ased ever did
her as much good. The 25 and so cent
sizes for sale by Henry Evans, Wholesale
and Retail Druggist, S3S F st and Conn
ays and 8 st. NV.
The times., 1897-05-13

the most approved style. Articles were
Knocked dewn to the highest bidder with
q flow of wit and rhetOric which ai0ne
was worth the price which the pictures,
plates aud other articles brought Every
thing was sold, netting the sum af $l29.
This was considered great snc:ess, as
the promoters Of the affair only hoped TO
realize $106.
Mrs. Burnett looked very handsome In
a gown of black satin and white chiffon,
and welcomed the guests with charming
cordiaiity.
The attendance was not large, and there
was plenty OF opportunity for pleasant
intercourse, making the evening thoroughly
enjoyable.
Among those present were Mr.. end
Mrs Parker Mann, Mrs. Lane, Miss Davis,
Of New York, who is guest of Mrs.
Burnett: Mrs William Matthews Lay, Mr..
and Mrs V. G. Fisher, ChayaIier TreIita-
move, the noted sculptor; Mr.. and Mrs.
Plling, Mrs. Ida Hinman, Mrs. Lucy Page
Steele, and Others.
The times., 1897-05-13
DRAMA AND MUSIC.

The Columbia viii, next Monday even,
Ing, open It's spring and summer season, and
will give the washington public chance
to again sit in judgment On a new play,
this time by an author from our own city.
1t is comedy by Mr.. Paui Wilstach, and
Is the same style as '.Charleys Aunt
Jane" Never Again. My Friend
From India," and '.Too Much Johnson. -
Every effort VIII he made to keep the house
cool, and already large driving fan has
been set in place, and will serve to drive
the air over a tank filled with ice. The
lobby will be tastefully decorated With
palms and rustic benches, Japanese Ian
terms, and a large fountain. The company
is made up of such weli-known people $
Al, Liprnan, William Boag. james O. Bar
rows. Alfredt Hickman, Goeffrey Stein,
William Jefferson, Frank Beamish, Kath-
crime Grey, Grace May Lamkin, Pearl
Eyeiy nne, Kate DENIM Wilson, GrIce
Scott, and Clara Emory
The times., 1897-05-13

Another extremely pretty though quiet
noon marriage OF yesterday was that OF
Miss Mary Louise Sherman and Mr. Samuel
ScovfIle PaschaI, Of Texas, which was
soiemniZed at the residence Of the brides
aunt, No ! 319 Nineteenth street, the Rev.
Mr.. Aspinwan officiating.
The bride was attired in white mousse
line and wore a title veil, which was most
becomingIy arranged with spray OF white
blossoms Her flowers We're bride roses.
Mr. and Mrs. Paschal left for New York
yesterday afternoon, from where they
viii sail on Saturday for Europe, spending
the summer in travel
Mr. Paschal is the son OF the late Judge
Paschai, of Texas
The bride, who Is the daughter of the
late Prof. Harry Sherman, rs the grand
daughter of the late Charles E. Sherman
and Margaret Elgar 5 herman, wtIosefather,
Joseph Elear, was commissioner Of public
buildings and grounds for eighteen years.
The Shcrxnans are descendants OF Roger
Sherman
The times., 1897-05-13

Before leaving Washington for the Summer
subscribe for THE TIMES The Morning
and Sandoy Editions aciu be mailed 70 you
for dirty.fre cents a ueonth-the Norning,
Eueninq and Sunday editions for ffty. Ad-
dresses chonqed as otter as desired.
The times., 1897-05-13

Mrs Frances Hodgson Burnett gcncr-
ously threw open her beautiful home, on
Massachusetts avenue, for charity auc-
don'' last evening. The rooms were fra
grant with the perfume of lilacs, roses
and carnations, and the display of water
color and Oil sketches, some bas-relief work
iuplaster, numbersof handsome ha Hd- paint
.,l plates and bric-a -brac and embroisleries
were auctioned by Mr.. Parker Mann in
The times., 1897-05-13

The Short Story Club met on Tuesday
evening, May the 11th, at the residence
OF Mrs M L. Willis, 35S b street
southwest After a short business ses-
sion, at which 1t was decided that the
club should hold All entertainment In
the Wimodanghsis parlors ON Wedncs-
day, the 26th instant, the balance Of
the evening was spent in social way
Refreshments were served, after which
Mrs Boyd recfted Mother and Poet"
in fine dramatic style Mrs Lockwood
read an amusing story cnti tied "A
Widows Luck" Miss Hay created ;aHgh-
ter. Adding the Rose Act as Sa-
mantha Allen, and Mrs. Clifford Howard
furnished exquisite music. The efter-
tainment to be given on the 26th in
stant will consist of a circulating library,
having in con junction with it a twentieth
century studio, where lightning sketch
artists viii give etchings. Silhouettes
Of club members and a poster VIII he ex-
nibited
Prizes viii be given TO succ sfal
guessers OF the identity of silhoeettes
Refreshments Will he served free The
very small admission fee Will be ior the
purpose OF publishing little pamphlet
IN the interest of the Short Story Club
Tuesday evenings social occasion Was
thoroughly enjoyable, and all voted Mrs
Willis charming hostess
The times., 1897-05-13

The marriage of Miss Annie T. Brennan,
Of this city, TO Mr. Charles A Muzzy. Of
Brooklyn, was soleumized Yesterday morn
ing at 1 o o'clock. at st. Paul's Church, the
Rev. Father Mackin officiating. Immesli-
ately after the ceremony Mr. and Mrs.
MuZzy left for New York, where they will
make their home.
The times., 1897-05-13

Ex-senator and Mrs Brice will enter
tain d very large number Of their friends
at lawn party on Saturday afternoon.
1t will be an enjoyable farewell function,
but will cause many sincere regrets tt at
this charming family are SO soon to leave
the capital.
In addition to the large number of old
Washington residents and the official and
diplomatic circles who wiilattend, are the
postal delegates and their ladies.
The times., 1897-05-13

Do you knoss that you can hare the Morn
ing. Erening and Sunday Times detiuered at
1nmr residence for Jftg cents a month?
The times., 1897-05-13

George Buoi,ler has two dramatic CON-
panies this year. They will alternate be
tween the Grand Opera House, this CIT J, and
the Holiday Street Theater, Baltimore,
beginning next Monday. The company
playing here rext week includes william
stuart. Lawrence Williams. Edmund Elton,
Richardson Cotton, William Richardson.
Charles ". Mack. Frank Bosworth. George
W. Murray, j F Terriss. Phil Greiner,
Henry Cameron, Eieanore Newton, Rose
Osborne, Ida Van CORTLAND, Anna Egg
elestou and Ethel Rayner. The first play
on wiz be- ''0ur Boys Y Ray Bixiey heads
the vaudeville bill.
The times., 1897-05-13

The marriage of Miss Kate Chandler,
niece OF Senator and Mrs William E.
Chandler, TO Mr. Harry 81. Cows, Of Con-
cord, a. H.. occurred at noon yesterday, ct
the residence OF Senator and Mrs. Chandler,
in the presence of small number of
relatives and friends. The Rev. Mr. Jones,
OF Wilkesharre, Pa, officiated
The drawing were beautifully
adorned with pink and white roses, aid
palms, TO grace the happy event.
The hay window was converted into q
bower of green, palms and trailing vines
being used with very charming effect, the
whole forming beautiful setting fer the
bridal party grouped before it.
The bride, who is one ef the most atl-
mired and cordially liked young women in
Washington social circles, was extremely
lovely in her bridal gown Of diapllanous
white. The gown was d beautiful creation
of white mousseiine de sole and rare I'D
lace, over satin
The skirt was made with full court
train, and the bodice was of accnrdeon-
pieated mousseiine de sole, with a bertha
OF rich lace The tulle veil was caught
with cluster of orange blossoms, snd
held in place with pearl and diauEond
OrnSmenLs Her bouquet was Oh uiies Oh
the valley.
The wedding breakfast was served in
the dining room, eiahorately deeked with
bridesmaid roses
The old custom of cutting the brides
cake for the fateful ring, thirufde or coin
was revived. and the charming young girls
present made pretty picture grouped
about tlc fair young bride, eagerly watch
ing for the mystic symbols.
After the reception MI and Mrs. Cows
left for a Northern journey, and later on
viii go to housekeeping AT Concord. n II.
Mrs. Chandler received in a gown OF
black Brussels net over satin, and Mrs.
Hale wore an elegant black toilet The
guests included Mrs Jones, the Misses
Jones, Mrs. Daniels. nee Chandler, who
has recently returned from her wedding
sojourn abroad; Senator and Mrs. Frye,
the Minister of Mexico and Nine Romero,
Mr.. and Mrs. James Morrill,, DR.. and Mrs
Gunnefl, Mrs. Faster, Mr.. John Nicoiay,
Miss Nicoiay, Mrs John W. Foster. Mrs.
Browne, Mr.. and Mrs. John W. Foster,
Mrs Gallaudet and Miss Galiaudet
The times., 1897-05-13

Mrs. Morgan ID. Lewis entertsined a
company OF her friends on Monday
evening at Wizards
The times., 1897-05-13

The Munster Of Venezuela and Miss
Andradc entertained at small dinner last
evening in honor of the postal delegates
from Venezuela.
The times., 1897-05-13

Mr.. and Mrs. Beiiarny Storer will enter
tain at dinner on Saturday evening, May
Is. and diso on the evening of wednes-
day, May 1e.
The times., 1897-05-13

Mrs. d. + Morgan, Of Dupont circle. en-
tertained a large number of her friends at
an afternoon tea and golf tournament.
Gav-eDlored canvas inelosed the large
lawn, where match game was played
Handsame prizes were given-.ie first,
a gnld-headed umbrella, being won by Miss
McKeever. Miss Wetmore won the second
prize.
Among the guests were Lady Pauncefote,
the Misses Pauncefete, Mr. RegiRaldTower,
MI and Mrs Richardson, Mrs. Carroll
Mercer, the Misses Boardman, Miss Steb-
bins and many others
The times., 1897-05-13

Mrs C. e. Glover has issued cards for u
small dance at her charming country seat
''Westover to occur on Wednesday, the
18th.
The times., 1897-05-13
TEAS AND GOLF JOURNEYS
Wedding Cake Slices at Miss Chan
dlers Happy Wedding.
Charity Auction at Mrs. Frances
Hodgson Burnett's Home-Meet.
ing of the Short Story Club.

The President and Mrs Mckinley will
give reception to the postal delegates
on Wednesday evening, May Ia.
The times., 1897-05-13
PlANkEO SHAD
At MARSHALL HALL.

EVERY DAY DURING MAY
Steamer CHARLES MACALESTER Will
leave Seventh street wharf at 10 a. m. and
2:30 d. m Returning, arrives at WASH
ington at 2:1o and ID. m.
FARE, ROUND TRIP, 20 CENTS.
DINNER on arrival OF boat, including
the ceiebrate Marsh all II HalrCIam Chowtier,
75 CENTS.
Passengers can remain at Hall one
or five hours. For charter and special
dinner parties. apply at office OF company,
Seventh street wharf. nyl0-tf
The times., 1897-05-13

Mrs. Clara Taylor Ware is the guest
Of Mrs. Ofaey, 1719 II street north
west for a month
The times., 1897-05-13

Miss Effie Ware, OF Georgetown, IS
visiting relatives at Weldon, " C.
The times., 1897-05-13

The Cummings Stock Companyhave made
a good impression since their arrival in
the city. business has so far encouraged
them Next week. .ins teadof. Lady Wintie
fuere's Fan" as they had heretofore an
nounced, they will produce The Golden
Giant 1t will enlist the entire COM
pany, and an enjoyable presentation may
be expected The Lost Paradise is at
present proving itself one of the most
forcibie labor plays ever written
The times., 1897-05-13

At the National Theater, on Monday
evening ne xt, the bea utiful and gifted young
artist, Julia Marlowe, supported by her
own company, will begin weeks engage
mens She will be seen on the opening
night in new and powerful play called
For Bonnie Prince Charlie" Tie piece
was produced at Wallack's Theatcr, in
New York, last + February, and on account of
its pronounced success the engagement OF
Miss Marlowe and Mr. Taber, was ex-
tended to six weeks. 1t is claimed that she
has never had more striking role than
the one OF Mary, the beautiful Highland
beggar maiden, devoted to the cause of
Irince Charles Edward, the last Of the
Stuart p-etenders, which she enacts In
this piece. They will also present Il play
founded on George Eiiot's great novel,
''Romola, 'whiehis said to be characterized
by the absorbing interest which MARKS The
source from which it is taken, and splendid
reyivals OF Romeo and Juliet and LAS
You Like It. There will be a Saturday
matinee only. Seats are on sale.
The times., 1897-05-13

The Zero Burlesque Conpanyis a whole
show Itself, but when it comes to Ker-
mans next week, it viii be augmented
by the presence OF the hero of last st
Patrick's Day, Hon Robert Fftzsimmons.
"Bob," the worlds champion, will ap
pear at each performa nee, and show just
how he did the little trick at Carson
City which wrenched the laurels from
Gentleman Jtm's brow.
The times., 1897-05-13

Owing TO the early approach of the
heated season the Biograph at Willard
Hall will continue for only few days
longer The capacity of the house was
tested at each of the three performances
yesterday afternoon and last night. The
new views added last Sunday evening
have proven to be of exceeding popular
ity. particularly those showing the cav
airy drill and charge. The charge rivals
in realism even the famous Empire State
express The Grantviews are also among
those attracting favorable attention
The management announce that a num-
ber of new views will be added on Sun
day evening, thus giving those who find
it impossible to attend during the week
day exhibitions an opportunity of seeing
the new views The f Street Baptist
Church will tomorrow give its second
Biograph benefit During the short time
remaining exhibitions VIII be given daily
at 2:30. 4:3O and S;15 D. m., with a
special exhibition on Sunday evening at
S:15.
The times., 1897-05-13

VIII give their last concert or the season
here assisted by
Miss Fora Gladys HOriocker, Contraito-
Frauiein LeIntinc GaertneT. Ee1nst-
USUAL SOUSA PRICES
Seats now On sale
NOTE Sousa Will play ms new nlarcn,
The stars and stripes Forever Tor the
first time.
The times., 1897-05-13

Carmen viii be given a the Lafayette
all next week. and Lizzie Macnicbol viii
play the title part In recent interview
she SAID: Il have studied tire part for
year aud feel that have found the POINTS
the composer. BfZet. wanted emphasized
most strongly, while tle ideas OF Meilhac
aad Halevy, who supplied the words, have
read nest carefully. Carmen, as these three
men intended her, is a creature of impulses,
and the interpi citation from their stand
Voin is at once one Of great power and
great art. They made her rub up against
any male IN her vicinity. and purr and
rcut until the foolish object of her fasciua-
ton sickeps with love and surrenders Her
magnetism is enormous But the person
who p0rtrays Carmen must dare or the
stage to make her a oolG-hearted, hot
blooded young woman, who is not espe-
ciaIly critical about the quality or quantity
of herIovers She must temper her realism,
must never be coarse, but always brilliant "