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Evening star., 1897-02-20
CONNIE JUNIORS"
The New Mask and wig Club Makes
a Hit in the "MfkaaO."

n
The first appearance of the new mask
and wig club of this city, the "Jonnie Ju-
niors' was made yesterday afternoon in
the opera of THE Mikado" at the Column
bia, before an audience which. If not so
large as it might have been, was a most
notable one for the well-known people 1t
contained. In lower box was Mrs. Cleve-
land. the guest of Mrs. Carlisle while Mrs.
German, Mrs. Akers and Mrs. Blanchard
also occupied boxes on the same floor. In
the upper tier of boxes was ex Queen Liliu-
okalani, attended by Secretary Palmer.
while a number of well-known society peo-
pie occupied chairs in the orchestra.
The performance was enjoyable, and was
smooth In the extreme for an initial pro-
duction. The opera has been under re-
hearsal for some time, under the direction
of Prof N. Du Shane Cloward, and the
good work done yesterday by both cast and
chorus testified to his ability in this regard.
The performance was given under the aus
pices of r. E. Lee Camp Sons of Confed-
crate Veterans, and 1t Is expected that the
financial results will be much better than
the house indicated at first sight
William H. Conley in the role of Ko Ko
fairly eclfpsed his work in any other pro-
duction in which he has been seen here
He embellished his part with many origi-
nal sayings. and both OF the topical songs
allotted to him were encored again and
again. Mr.. Arthur Earnest as Pooh Bah
had chance to show his strong bass
voice, and took advantage of every oppor-
tunity offered. Fred Supplee as Nanki
Pooh made fair success, although he as
sumed the part on four days notice. NJ.
u Lumsden as Pish Tush and George p
Robinson as the Mikado were both up to
expectation, the latter displaying strong,
Iuii bass voice that fitted the part. Full
Bak, attendant upon the Mikado was
taken by Alexander N. Breckinridge. The
1emaie parts, which were, of course. taken
by the members of the Mask and Wig Club
were so good as to almost confuse the au-
d1ence to the sex of the participants M
Leroy Cough, Paul Evans and Sidney
lngles were the three little maids, and
each one was not only good in makeup,
but also In acting and singing as we'll w.
A. harris gave an unusually -creditable i'm
personatlon OF the daughter-in-law-el elect
hatlsha Inc chorus was made up as fol-
lows: Sopranos-Phiip N Wisner, James
Hendley. L. H. Bergeman, Frank Coz E
Il. 3. Embrey. r. E. Lea, John Bishop,
robert s. Poyne. William Woodford and E.
I. Lewis; altos-Glenn A Smith, Elliot K.
fenny baker, Frederick E. Young. L. A
adds, Samuel c. Jones, J. E. NJ. Hall r.
p. Lewis, B. F. Thornett and A. Lester
Tracey; tenors-Dr. H. McNamee, C. i.
6 6ruen Il; w: Lee, jr.. P. J. Rollo, John b,
,addis' raphael Hayden Il. A. Reuch,
FRANK ketchem. J. H. Golden and q. W.
I Lra1her; bassesEClaude Shade, B. E. Mar
snail, E. S:eGlayis E. Everett Deardorf
Hunter Jones, Edw., Burke. Z W. CLARK
c. L. Hurdle, George NJ Watson II s
Miller, c. Avery Hughes and Charles p.
Fheips: PreE tSloward directed the, music
ana the singers. Mr. Oliver q. Hfne was
the cnorus master, and EdWaSd D. Asmus-
sen deteo as stage manager
Evening star., 1897-02-20

manent organization and that the con-
gress shall meet in Washington every
alternate year, and concluded with an eX-
preston of thanks to all who have con-
tributed to the success Of the first con-
gress.
Prof. Elmer Gates of this city spoke
briefly on the subject of heredity and the
TRANSMISSION Of character, and Mrs. Hen
rotin, president of the Federation of Wo-
mems Clubs, discussed the topic of Club
Organizations and How to Organize"
Mrs. Birney then announced that the
congress was at an end. On behalf of
her co-workers, she thanked the delegates
for their attendance and earnest attention,
and expressed the hope that they all might
be spared to meet again. After the au-
dience sang the doxology Mrs. Stimson
of New York invoked Divine blessing on
the congress, and the congress then ad-
journed.
Among the delegates who attended the
sessions of the congress were a number Of
brainy colored women.
Mrs. r. E. Lawson. superintendent Of
the work among colored people for the
District of Columbia of the w. c. T. U.,
was the organizer of the first congress Of
colored women.
Mrs Mary Church Terrell, also q dele
gate to the mothers congress, and one Of
the school trustees of this city, Is presi-
dent of the National Association Of Col
OreQ women
Among the charitable enterprises of this
city the Howard University mothers meet
ing is prominent. For several years this
has been conducted by Mrs. A. s. Gray,
superintendent. under the auspices Of the
industrial committee of the Colored Wo-
mems League of this city, Of which Mrs.
B. K. Bruce is chairman. These ladies are
ably assisted by Mesdames A. F. Hilyer.
H. E. Baker and r. e. Lawson, all Of
whom were delegates to the mothers con-
gress.
Mrs Anna ]. Murray, another delegate
to the congress, is one of the originators
of the kindergarten work among the col
ored people OF Washington. She has re-
Gently organized a training class for young
women.
For years Mrs. B. K. Bruce has been
Jealous worker in the Colored Women's
League, her department, the Industrial
committee. being one Of the most valuable
in that organization. In addition to the
mothers meeting already mentioned, she
has organized and still conducts a kitchen
garden, where children Of poor parents are
instructed in the rudiments Of domestic
service
Among the visiting delegates perhaps
Mrs. F. e. w. Harper is the most widely
known. She is a novelist. poet and philan-
thropist, and is affectionately known
among her people as the mother Of her
race.
Evening star., 1897-02-20
COMMANDER HOPKINS.
Result Of the Grand Army Elections
Last Night i'm the Department En-
CQmDment.

Result Of the Grand Army EIectgon.
Last Night fn the Department En-
campment.
The Department of the Potomac. G. A.
r.. held brisk election last night at their
hall, and chose Comrade T. s. HOPKINS
commander, by vote of 50 to "a. The con-
test was close one. and the result brought
out loud cheer. The election was made
unanimous. DIR. J. F. Raub was elected
senior vice commander by reclamation.
there being no opposing candidate. Com
rades J. z. McCabe and E. ]. Sweet were
the opposing candidates for Junior vice
commander. McCabe received 30 votes.
Sweet 75, and there were three scattering
votes Dr. {. V. Pettis was elected medical
director by large majority. over DIR. II. NJ
Bennett, and w. H. Black was elected
chaplain over Rev. j. II. Bradford
A telegram from Gen. Russell A Alger
acknowledging the congratulations on his
selection for the Mckinley cabinet was
received with hearty applause. The en-
campment received a delegation from the
Woman's Relief Corps, consisting of Mrs.
Hit, national president; Mrs. Anderson,
Mrs. Meacham and Mrs. Wheeler
The new commander of the Department
Of the Potomac enlisted In the 10th Maine
Volunteers in June, 1862, when he was sew
enteen years old, and went to the front.
He was wounded at Fredericksburg the
first fight In which the regiment was en-
gagged. He was relieved from active duty
in 1883 on account Of disabilities. and went
into the reserve corps, where he served
through the war. Through the influence of
James g. Blaine. his warm friend, he was
appointed q clerk in the treasury. He
studied law, graduating from the Colum-
bian Law School in 1863, and went to New
York, where he was associated with Ben
jamin Vaughan Abbott. In 1872 he returned
to Washington, and has practiced here
since. He won the enthusiastic admira-
tion Of the veterans by his prosecution Of
the mandamus suit against Judge Lochrcn.
the recent commissioner of pensions In
the case Of Judge Long of Michigan. Mr..
Hopkins is a member Of Meade Post.
Evening star., 1897-02-20
A Corner stone Layfng.

Invitations have been issued for the lay
ing Of the corner stone OF the new house OF
worship OF the North Carolina Avenue
Methodist Protestant Church at the inter-
sec ton of North Carolina avenue. Sth and
B streets southeast. The ceremony is to
take place next Monday at 2 O'Clock In the
afternoon, and will be in charge of the
Grand Lodge of Masons of the District of
Columbia. The program of exercises is as
follows: Opening hymn; invocation. Rev. ].
d. Kinzer d. D., Of Baltimore, president
Of the MARYLAND annual conference OF the
Methodist Protestant Church; Gloria, Mo-
xart Chorus Club. ]. H. Hunter, director;
address. Rev. w. 8. Hammond. ID. D.. pas
tor Of the Congress Street Church. West
Washington; Earth and Heaven" Mozart
Chorus Club: address. Rev. f. T. Tagg. ID.
D., Of Baltimore. editor OF the Methodist
Protestant; laying of the corner stone by
Grand Master Matthew Trimble OF the
Masonic Grand Lodge: closing hymn; and
benediction.
After the laying Of the corner stone the
ladies OF the church are to hold Martha
Washington tea at the home Of Mr.. c. c.
Wilkinson.
Evening star., 1897-02-20
Epworth Le.uu

The District Epworth League held mass
meeting last evening in the Hamline M E.
Church corner of 9th and Il streets. un-
der the auspices of the mercy and help de-
partment: There was a full attendance,
and much interest was manifested in i he
exercises and addresses. A song service
Vas conducted by Vice President w. J.
faimer and Miss Blanche A. Tomlinson
tonal exercises. A brief address of vel
come was delivered by Rev. w R. Strick-
complished under the efforts of the mercy
and help department of the4ieagne was ex-
planned by Miss Ida e. Miner
Miss Alice M. Wells gave IAN auteharp
solo. Mrs. Samuel Hazlett, general secre-
tary,. Young PEOPLES Burehu, Womans s
Home missionary Society,". told of the work
of the circles, the bands and the mothers
jewels" Mrs. J. Bancroft Robanson, gen,
erai secretary OF the deaconess woGk, spoke
OF the necessity of educating and Chris
thanking the children Of the foreigners who
arrive on our shores
Evening star., 1897-02-20
Mr.. Saks' Residence.

room is soft Nile green, ths carpet having
deeper tone than the hangings and the
gilded furniture being covered in shade
much the same Every detail of the ar
tfstfc treatment OF the room is perfect. The
andirons on the 'onyx-bordered hearth are
surmounted by the light green bronze
torch Design In keeping with the Napoleon
period Of which the torch surrounded by
the laurel wreath Is emblematic. This de-
sign is repeated in the satin hangings and
furniture coverings. On the walls there
are some exquisite oil paintings, and the
brOnzes as well as the ornaments in the
gilt cabinet are in harmony. The central
hall, where the staircase is has the effect
Of being in a house three times large
The fireplace Is wide and Is surmounted
by handsomely carved stone mantel. The
steps ascend about half the height of the
story to a broad landing and then diverge
to the front and back of the house. Fam
lily portraits adorn the walls of the hall
and cozy corners are arranged on each
side of the fireplace and each side of the
staircase.
These settles are Of deliberately paneed
wood, richly cushioned, and have numerous
pillows covered with beautiful fabrics. The
next room is the music room, which Is fin
ished in silver. blue and ivory white. The
furniture is all white, even the piano. The
woodwork has the same ivory tint and the
wall covering and hangings are In the sill
yer blue. The dining room is at the rear
of the parlor suite. 1t has bay window
projection from which there is a view of
18th street. The walls are covered in an
Illuminated green, with tints of crimson
and gold. The hangings floor rug, table
cover and other essentials are in deep
green. The wood is mahogany and is elab-
orately carved about the mantelpiece. The
buffets are of the same wood. The china
and glass cabinets present an array of ex-
quisite table furniture, every piece Of which
is gem in its own way. Upstairs on the
second floor a suite Of apartments, bed
room, sitting room and bath, are models CT
| ARRANGEMENT. Across
the hall, which is furnished like the lower
hall with coZy corners, the library and
the family sitting room, each suitably and
richly adorned.
Evening star., 1897-02-20

@rimferS Jn& tf9e fiffis se8ee:
master Of oooerfistns'. sapc
i Is efaimeo for fee 1pasemston
Star, ane pro8a8fe frutefufse
etasmeo. f6af no otter nepspaper
n f9e oosnfrp goes into % farse
. percenfass Of Of f8e eoxsss
e'tfem q rooias Of fwenfp mites
from fSe Office ef publication.
Evening star., 1897-02-20

The double parlors IN the older part are
handsomely adorned. and there are vatua-
BILE pictures and articles of vertu in great
abundance within its roomy precincts. The
new parlor is decorated in a more modern
fashion, the woodwork having the ivory
white tint, and the fireplaces and mantels
being particularly ornamental. The dining
room is at the rear Of the house, Is spacious
and is elegantly furnished-as are the
chambers upstairs. In all the newer part
of the house light, dainty colors and ef-
fects obtain most charming results.
Evening star., 1897-02-20
Mr.. H. A. w.ll.-a,. Home.

Mr.. Henry Willard's fine residence on X
street has an atmosphere which implies q
daily use Of every part of it. while its
generous size suggests its adaptability for
the large. entertainments which have SO
frequently taken place under this hospita-
BILE roof. Facing Franklin Park. 1t has a
cheerful. sunny outlook. the most attractive
feature possible about any house. The ad-
dition built a few years ago doubles the
parlor space and besides adds a conserva-
tory. which greatly beauties the house.
Evening star., 1897-02-20


was raining, but the procession filed brave
ly cut into the storm in their anxiety to
run down the congress before 1t moved
again.
Finding the Meeting.
The girl bachelors got lost in the scaf-
folding being erected for Inaugural pur-
poses ard stumbled over several piles of
lumber-but they were not dismayed--they
were hunting that mothers congress, and
were prepared to do die in their efforts
to find it. The mother in the sealskin cloak
and without an umbrella called out to
those who were about to cross Immediate
ly over to the hall from the avenue that
the street was blockaded there, and they
must follow her. They did, and went en-
tirely round the flatiron, bringing up at
the 9TH street entrance to the hall. They
piodded wearily up the stairs, wondering
II, after all, this was the place. They look
ed within. The girl bachelors shrieked
softly in concert Eureka" and passed in.
Those girls didn't in the least seem to
realize the sOlemnity of the occasion They
g1ggled immoderately at the slightest prov
ocation, and nearly went into commissions
of merriment when one woman rushed in,
wild-eyed and GREATNESS, with her back
hair coming down. and accosted an ac-
qraintance sitting just back Of the e. b. S.
Well, but am glad to see you. A friend
In need is friend indeed You see, we
live only block and half from the
church. SO / started out without q cent of
money, not knowing the congress had been
moved down here. OF course, there was no
time to lose, and l happened to have one
car ticket in my card case, SO l came right
on. trusting I'd see some one knew down
here Can you lend me a nickel to go home
on?' The nickel was forthcoming, the wo-
man folded up her dripping umbrella,
pinned up her back hair. removed her bon
net. and found seat.
Then DR.. Mary Walker came up the
aisle, clad In her manly garb, with a big
| fur cape over her plaid ulster. and her
spectacles astride her chin, to which point
| they had slipped during her efforts to rid
! herself of her outer garments, and tall tile
| hat. She was promptly led up behind the
| ter newspaper correspondent sent card
| up to DIR. Walker. the said usher kindly
| offering to deliver it. and returning present
| ly with the information: Hell write his
| address for you and bring it here herself. -
| which message, with its sex confusion of
| pronouns, sent those girls off into a fit Of
Mysteries.
| The secretary. In the course of her an
| pouncemepts for coming meetings, men,
| toned that several articles had been found
at the church. and were now at congress
| headquarters awaiting identification, and
proceeded to itemiZe the list in measured
| tones, follows:
| 'One black kid glove.
| 'One brown kid glove.
| "One dotted veil.
| "One scent bottle.
| "One pocketbook. containing two stamps
and street car ticket.
| "One handkerchief.
| "One pair spectacles.
| "One lead pencil"
| This explicit announcement stirred the
I fountain of mirth again, and those girl
| suppressed laughter
| After the meeting was over the girls went
home. declaring 1t was better than any
| matinee they had attended in months.
Evening star., 1897-02-20
Comfortable Route to Fort Monroe

II popularity may be Judged by numbers.
then the steamers Of the Norfolk and Wash
ington Steamboat Company form the most
popular means of reaching Fortress Mon
roe, Norfolk and. Virginia Beach. One great
reason for SO many people preferring this
route is that delightful evening may be
spent in the salons and on the decks Of
these steamers. while an uninterrupted
nights sleep IN their state rooms Ii some
thing to be desired. Meals q In carte. One
OF these steamers leaves 7th street wharf
every evening In the year at O'Clock.
Evening star., 1897-02-20
o ngtoasB
Another Great MUSLIN
Underwear Sale
==AT=
PERRY's.

We don't adhere time-conditions make sales
for January the conventional month for Muslin Under
offerings We had then-a big one-rich in value
and low in price. Now going to have second.
Every bit good as the other.
If you have been regretting that you did buy
when you had the chance-you make amends 1t
may be that you the gamer by waitng-surey the
loser.
These garments among the best makers in
the countrymakers who know what value is-know how
give value. And through will be quickly distributed
for markings make bargains of every piece.
Evening star., 1897-02-20
White Cross.

A special meeting in the interest of the
White Cross movement will be held this
afternoon In the Y. M c. A. building at
4:15 o'clock. at which an address wiilibe de-
Hvered by Mrs- Mabel 4. Gonklin of the
purity department of the5Naional W. c. T.
~. The reepiar .Sunday,af ftsrnQon meeting
for men oHH Will be aadr6Ssed tomorrow
by DR.. Mary wood Allen, s1berinte,5dent Of
the w. CT. U.splrity department. whose
subject win be Christian Manliness.''
Evening star., 1897-02-20
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Per week, OF ~ cents per mouth. Copies At the
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Evening star., 1897-02-20
His Excu.e.

From the Boston Traveller
Mother-"Johnny. why did you not tell
me that You were naughty at school
Johnny-'Tisn't best to tell women every
Evening star., 1897-02-20

There were all sorts of mothers on board
black mothers and white mothers, stout
mothers ana thin mothers, big mothers and
little mothers, mothers III sealskin capes
ard mothers in shabby coats, mothers of
high and low degree, but all were moved
by q common impulse-to locate that con-
gress. When the car reached 9th street ii
was raining, but the procession filed brave
ly cut into the storm in their anxiety to
run down the congress before 1t moved
again.
Evening star., 1897-02-20

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open-work embroidery and
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Cambria, Lawn and Mus
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Evening star., 1897-02-20
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Evening star., 1897-02-20
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Evening star., 1897-02-20
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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-02-14
Gland of the Sky"

No one should fail TO make trip to
this delightfully."- healthful and pictu-
rescue region Of Western North Caro-
lima, in which are situated Asheville and
Hot Springs, on the French Broad river.
in the midst Of enchanting mountain
scenery and favored by the most exhili-
rating atmosphere. The climate Of Ashe-
Vile and the region of springs from
which Hot Springs derives its name
is recommended by the leading physicians
in the country, and by every one who
has had the pleasure OF making a trip
vic the Southern railway over Round
Knob Mountain, to these points.
by all means carry them out, and
when your stay In this favored region
has terminated, and you take up your
return Journey toward home over this
Southern Southern railway Florida short
line. stop over at Spartanburg, Char-
lotte. or Salisbury, and take side trip
to the Land of the Sky" which, II you
do not do. you will always regret. All
round-trip winter-excursion tickets sold
via this route permit stop-overs 10 make
this side trip returning.
All information cheerfully furnished
upon application 70 any agent Southern
railway. OF c. w. Westbury, Travelling
Passenger Agent, 800 east Main street.
Richmond, Va.
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