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Evening star., 1898-12-09
AMUSENENTS, 4

NEW NATIONAL THEATER-Mme
Modjeska was seen last night at the
National in her impersonation of Dumas
wonderful creation, Camille. The star has
played the part ever since the beginning of
her career as an actress, and it may be
said that now her portrayal is as nearly
perfect as could be desired. Ideas as to
the proper Camille differ widely, and there
are no two real artistes on the stage today
who have the same conception of the part.
Along with Bernhardt, Clara Norris Meth
ersole and Duse, Modjeska's Interpretation
Of this woman of the world has become
one of the standards by which the lesser
lights of the drama are Judged. Her por-
trayal may be criticised by the particular
supporters OF the others styles of art, but
Modjeska has as many or more friends
than the others. The large audience wit
Messing her last nights production was en-
Enthusiastically apprectiative. MOdjeska real
ICES the fact that Camille is a woman first
of all, and she perhaps reaches the real
character of the heroine better than most
who have essayed the role. Nine. Modjes-
ka was in excellent spirit last night, and
entered into her part with interest and
enthusiasm. Lester Lonergan took the part
of Armand, acting it in a very satisfactory
manner, while Chas. D. Herman gave
finished tone to his impersonatiOn of Count
de Narvilie. Others having important parts
i'll the production were Misses DAILY, Morrell
and Fisher and Mrs. Sargent, and Messrs,
George Spencer John II. Lane and VIM. FL.
Hawley. Tonight, "As You Like tt
LAFAYETTE SQUARE OPERA HOUSE.
The best audience of the week, and yet
it was not commensurate with the deserts
of the performance assembled in the La
fayette Square Opera House last night to
hear the Royal Italian Opera Company in
a double bill, consisting of Leoncavallos
Il Pagtiaccf and Mascagnis "Cavalleria
Rusticana." The latter was sung with the
same cast as Monday night but the chorus
did better work than on that occasion. The
principals. particularly the Santuzza and
Turiddu. were fully as intense and artistic,
and gave great satisfaction in their work
In Il Pagliacci' the prologue was effect
lively sung by Sig. Ganor, but the star of
the performance was Sig. Coiienz, whose
impersonation of Canio was in some re-
spects the most forceful and dramatic ever
seen here. So enthusiastic was the ap-
plause that the singer was obliged to re-
peat the famous song In Its entirety, the
audience not being satisfied with his ap-
pearing twice and bowling his acknowledge
ments. He secured a Veritable triumph.
Others in the cast were Signorina Eland as
Media and Signor Cantori as Silvio. To-
night I'll Trovatore' will be sung
Evening star., 1898-12-09
DAZZLING DISPLAY.
Christmas Presents in Abundance mt
n. Harris & Co.'s.

Christmas shopping has commenced with
rush and the indications are that the
holiday business this year will be of greater
volume than for many seasons past. The
attractive displays in the jeweiry stores are
irresistible magnets. and thither the great
throngs OF shoppers are vending their way.
In no other establishments can there be
found greater variety of timely gifts.
Not an article in a modern, properly-con-
Quoted and richly-stocked jewelry empori-
um but would make a handsome and most
acceptable gift to sweetheart, friend, moth
er, father or any other member of the fam
lily. The Christmas showings for 1898 are
more elaborate than in the past few years,
keeping pace with the return of prosperity
to the nation. OF the many handsome es
adjustments in Washington none is more
popular with all classes Of buyers than r.
Harris & Co.'S beautiful store at the cor
ner of 7th and d streets Here will be
found probably the largest and one of the
most carefuliy-selected stocks in the vicini-
ty of the capital city. The store presented
a lively scene Of holiday activity when Wis
tied by a reporter for The Star this morn
Ing. Crowds of shoppers were admiring
and inspecting the showcases filled with
diamonds and the precious metals, wrought
by skilled hands into ornaments of great
magnificence. In the Harris store one may
purchase any article known to the jewel
trade. while opera glasses. fine umbrellas,
clocks and the many pretty things making
up supply of gold and siHerware beyond
equal are there in plenty. Fine cut glass
is q feature of the establishment.
1t is in the matter of diamond importa-
ton, the cutting and setting of the beauti-
full gems that Harris & Co. especially excel.
visit to their diamond-working rooms is
one of the sights of Washington. The
spendor is greater and wealth more appar-
ent than in visit to the great mines at
Kimberly, for there the stones are in the
rough and their value is appreciated only
by experts, while in the Harris polishing
and setting room the finished product is
seen in all It's rare brilliance. The Harris
diamond jewelry is manufactured by the
company here in the city, and is conse-
quently of original and elegant design. The
display of diamonds in the store proper is
magnificent.
Evening star., 1898-12-09
LEQI I'D AIR.
Interesting Experiments With Fluid
ut Columbian University Hall.


Prof. E. A. de schweinitz of the chair of
chemistry of Columbian Medical College en-
tertained q large number OF people at Co
lumbar University Hall yesterday after
noon In experiments with liquid air. 1t
was through the courtesy of Inventor Trip
pier that the experiment was made posi-
BILE. He presented. Columbian University
with two gallons of the magic fluid. and a
special messenger was sent to New York
to get it. When it arrived it was securely
confined in a big block tin can, which in
turn was secured inside another can This
was necessary because of the rapid evapo-
ration OF the fluid. When it was operfed it
was found that one-third of the air had es-
capped This was considered small per-
centage.
After Prof. de SchweinitZ had given an
outline history of liquid air he began the
experiments. With q big soup ladle the
professor brought out a portion of the fluid,
which was frothing and boiling. It's tenn
perature was 191 degrees centigrade below
zero, a degree of cold so intense that it
burned. A little of the fluid was spilled on
the floor and Immediately it passed off in
a cloud of smoke. The experimenter care
lessly spilled a little of the fluid on his
hand and his vigorous rubbing attested the
pain which followed. He said If his hand
had been moist, so as to hold the particles
he would have been severely burned. Dur
ing the lecture mercury, which only freezes
at a temperature of 40 degrees below zero
and alcohol, which does not freeze until
the thermometer registers 130 degrees be-
low zero, were given bath in the liuuId
air and taken out solid cakes of ice A rub
ber ball was subjected to the influence of
the liquid and was almost Immediately
frozen hard.
Evening star., 1898-12-09
MIR. DANENHOwER's CASE.
His Attorney Says He is Innocent OF
Crime.


Crime.
To the Editor of The Evening Star:
I will thank you to please print the fol-
lowing card in reference to Mr.. Washing
ton Danenhowers case, which came to trial
yesterday in Baltimore. At the time of the
transaction, last April. Mr.. Danenhower
gave me full account of it, and in my
opinion, both then and now, he is innocent
of any crime. At the trial yesterday (Which
was called at the earliest possible date at
Mr.. Danenhower's request as soon as he
learned that the law was invokeD the
prosecution formally abandoned the charge
of false pretenses" and rested their case
on the second count of larceny" which we
expect to finish tomorrow. l fail to discov
er in the case the slightest element of lar
ceny, and l am fully convinced that the
whole affair Is a prosecution of an innocent
man. Mr.. Eugene Carusi, president of the
District Title Insurance Company: Mr.. John
e. HerrelI, president of the National Cap
ital Bank, and Mr.. Allen c. Clark, large
Chas. c. Homer, president of the Second
National Bank and president of the Fidel
ity Safe Deposit Company; Mr.. A. r. Cath
cart, president of the American Fire In
surance Company, and Mr.. Geo. c. Gantz, a
prominent life insurance man, all of Bal
timore, all testified yesterday to having
had business transactions with Mr.. Danen-
hover covering the period of seven to twen-
ty years and Of his thorough integrity and
high standing. The case will be concluded
on Saturday Respectfully,
FRANK 7. BROWNING,
Attorney for Washington Danenhower.
December g. 1893.
Evening star., 1898-12-09
HANDSOME PRESENTS.
$. s. Sbedd q Bros Establishmen,
Crowded With Pretty Things,

Everybody has known for years that pri-
marily the business of s. s. Shedd & Bro.
432 9th street, is that of plumbing, Timing,
range and furnace work etc, but every
body does not know that the firm has on
hand one Of the prettiest Christmas dis
plays In the city. This display consists of
articles peculiarly appropriate for Christ
mas presents, which will last for years and
be both useful and ornamental. Nothing is
more acceptable than banquet and table
lamps, with globes and shades the whole
of the latest and most fashionable variety
The art glass shades and lamps are the
latest. The assortment carried by the firm
IS said to be the finest and largest in Wash
lngton. 1t Is certainly one which will at
tract the attention of any man or woman
In the world. The prices are not above
Christmas pocket books, as special figures
are quoted for the large Christmas trade
which is anticipated.
Beautiful brass and wrought iron and
irons and tenders, pretty gas logs, porta BILE
CRATES, the latest attachments in making
soft lights and many other things will be
found at the well-known number-i32 ath
street.
Evening star., 1898-12-09

Recital WIN last from 7;45 to about o pm,
utter utter which our benutifll building win De rhrowfi
open 10 our friends until lo p.m
Evening star., 1898-12-09
BREWERY DEAL DENIED.
Report Current in Business Circle,
Concerning the COnsumers' Plant.


Concerning the Consumers Plant.
Emphatic denial that a controlling inter
est in the Consumers Brewing Company
has been sold, according to a report in busi-
ness circles yesterday, to Katz Bros. of Jer-
sey City, representing an English syndi-
cate, is made by President F. L. Jordan of
the local concern. He says:
Il can emphatically state that the Con-
sumers' company has not sold out to a
Jersey City party representing an English
syndicate, and I will say further that the
former stockholder who is reported to have
said that controlling interest in the COM
pany has been sold to katz Bros. of Jer-
sey City does not know what he IS talking
about, and handles facts in most reckless
manner. Such a statement, printed upon
the authority of an eX-stockholder, is un-
warranted. 1t IS not only unfair to US, but
1t Is also unjust in that 1t brings in the
names or prominent persons who have had
no dealings with the company and who are
unknown to the directors save by reputa-
ton Another misstatement is also that a
large block of the stock is held by George
town men,"
Mr.. Jordan did not deny that overtures
had been made for the sale Of some of the
stock of the company.
Evening star., 1898-12-09
CITY AND DISTRICT.
Meeting Of 81. Paui's Union.

81. Paul's Parish Hall was comfortably
filled with members of St. Paul's Union
when Mr. J. ID. Leonard introduced Mr.
William y. Hungerford, the newly elected
president, Wednesday evening. After few
remarks requesting the cooperation of the
members and outlining the policy Of the
union and entertainment committee for the
ensuing term the reports of the financial
secretary and treasurer We're read. After
the regular business was transacted a
musical and literary entertainment took
place. participated in by Miss Carter Miss
Seton, Mr.. Edw. ]. Walsh and others
The next gathering of the union will Oc-
cur Thursday, December 10, on which oCca-
sion che members will be entertained by
the Carroll Institute minstrel troupe
Evening star., 1898-12-09
]. Jay Gould's Wonders for Children
ADV ertisemeat.
Chemical Society Meeting.

The Washington section of the American
Chemical Society held It's monthly meeting
at the Cosmos Club yesterday evening. Dr.
II. n. Stokes presided and w. H Krug
acted as secretary. A paper entitled The
Estimation of Nicotine" was read. 1t dealt
with the various analyses of substances
containing nicotine in conjunction with DIFF
ferent chemicals. The paper was prepared
by r. A. de Schweinitz. ]. A. Emory and F.
X. Cameron and was read by the latter
e. A. De Schweinitz read q report on his
experiments with curative serums for hog
cholera. The Investigations We're UNDER
taken at experimental stations in Iowa.
where tests We're made on rabbits, guinea
pigs and hogs. very satisfactory results
having been attained
1t was agreed to drop the former pro-
vision OF the constitution emitting past
presidents 20 seats on the executive com
mittee
Evening star., 1898-12-09
EXCURSIONS TOMORROW.

Steamer Charles Manchester for Mount
Vernon and Marshall Hall at 10 m. and
] .45 D. m.
Steamer Newport News for Fortress Mon
ros and Norfolk at $40 p. m.
Steamer Estelle Randall for Glymont and
Intermediate landings at y 80 g. m.
Steamer Wakefield for Colonial Beach
and river landings at am.
Trains leave 1874 street and Pennsylvania
avenue for Arlington hourly from a. m. TO
8 y. n.
Trains leave 1872 street and Pennsylvania
svenue for Mount Vernon hourly from 10
a. m to 3 p. m.
Cars leave Aqueduct bridge for Arlington
and Fort Myer every half hour from $40
a m. to $50 p. m.
Cars leave Aqueduct bridge every hour
for Falls Church.
Evening star., 1898-12-09
For Benefit of Creditors.

An assignment for the benefit of his
creditors has been placed on record by
Elleard V. Douglas, who names James B.
Green assignee. The liabilities, as set forth
in the bill of assignment, amount to 81
$3.50, and the assets, 81, $50. The latter in
clUde stock in trade at store 122S F street.
valued at $1,000, and outstanding claims in
the sum of $50.
The creditor to whom the largest amount,
$5J0.63. is due is the firm of Fred NJ. Wal
ton & Co. of Philadelphia, Pa. All the
houses.
Evening star., 1898-12-09
a .kick. at the stnmn Winhnu-

To tie Editor Of The Evening star:
Please allow me to register small kick"
in regard 10 the stamp windows OF the new
post Office.
a sign bearing The legend stamp window
appears near the wholesale window 1t at
tracts procession Of plain, plodding, pa
Lent people. who in turn are quietly told
that stamps in small quantities are sold at
another window.
To save time and temper (aud incidentally
TO discourage profanity why should not
the postmaster place the aforesaid sign
near the retail window. where most people
wish 10 go? Or. better still, why not have
properly wOrded sign above each win
dow! 7. W. G.
December = 1898
Evening star., 1898-12-09
LOCAL MENTION.
ANU sEMENTs TONIGHT.

Academy-The Rays in "a Hot Old
Time"
Columbia Theater-Lilputians in THE
Golden Horse Shoe.
Kernan's Lyceum Theater-Irwin Bros.
Burlesquers-
Lafayette Square-The Royal italian
Grand Opera Company in II Trovatore."
National Theater-Madame Modjeska in
'As You Like It"
Ohio avenue and 18th street-Battle Of
Gettysburg.
Masonic cTemple-Encampment and lunch
con.
st. Andrews Parish Hall. 14th and Cor
coTan streets-Lecture on Spain and Her
Lost Colonies"
1873 Pennsylvania avenue-Exhibition Of
painting of ''Trilby."
Metzel OFT Hall-Wargraph exhibition.
Evening star., 1898-12-09
Lecture ON Memory.

Rev. DIR. Babeock OF Baltimore, who is
80 favorably known in this city, will deliver
q lecture on memory tomorrow evening
in the lecture room of the Church Of the
Covenant. Connecticut avenue and n street.
II will be given under the auspices of the
Mems Society Of the church. Dr. Babcocl.
spoke on former occasion before this So
riety, and his address Was received with
the greatest enthusiasm. 1t Is the desir.
pf ths members Of the society that those
who have not heard one of the delightful
talks Of DIR. Babcock shall have an oppor-
tuEity to 10 SO.
Evening star., 1898-12-09

In Criminal Court No. l Chief Justice
Bingham imposed sentences as follows. the
Imprisonment to be IN the Ohio state peni-
tentiary at Columbus:
solomon Hall, larceny, eighteen months;
William Coleman, second offense petit lar
ceny, two years; Albert Kent, second Of
tense petit larceny. one year and one day:
John jackson, larceny, fifteen months
Richard Nichols alias Barnes. convicted
OF petit larceny, was sentenced to the Dis
trict Jail for sixty days.
Evening star., 1898-12-09
Class Officers Chosen.

AT meeting Of students of the new
school of comparative Jurisprudence and
diplomacy of the Columbian University
recently, the class elected the following
officers: E. F.. Colladay of Kansas, presi-
dent; Fred L. Hemmngs of Illinois, vice
president; Walter S. Smith of Alabama,
secretary. and r. H. Jones of Alabama,
treasurer.
Evening star., 1898-12-09
Defective Work

Mr.. Samuel E. Lewis of 141S 18th street
having protested against the acceptance of
curb and sidewalk laid in front of I416-1 Is
14th street, he has been Informed by the
District Commissioners that the work is
known to be defective, and that it will
neither be accepted nor paid for until all
defects have been properly corrected. But
the Commissioners explain that the present
season is not proper one for such correc-
ton, and that postponement of final
judgment of the work will give them a bet
ter opportunity for determining its defects.
Evening star., 1898-12-09
The Water Color Exhfbition-Tomo
the Closing DnX

Il is expected that artists will, many of
them. be present during the day and even
ing tomorrow 10 receive the congratulations
OI their friends upon the success of the
Ihlrd Annual Exhibition" of the Wash
lnki"n Water Color Club. now closing. The
I6i pictures are well worth seeing. Friends
OF local art should rot fail 10 attend 9 a M
MI ii pm. $. W. a. Gallery, 1921 Conn.
ave.-Adv-
Evening star., 1898-12-09
Master Plumbers Choose Officers

AT the regular meeting the 9TH instant
OF the Master Plumber Association of
Washington the following officers were
elected for the ensuing year: Robert B.
Cayerly, president; F. b. Kennedy. first
vice president: Charles Brill, second vice
president; William Koch, secretary; Daniel
Hannah. treasurer; Charles e. Barriek,
sergeant-at arms.
Evening star., 1898-12-09

AT CENTER MARKET TOMORROW
don't fail to visit ]. II. Buscher's Stands.
$3.50. He will have the finest display of
Native Beef tRoasts and Steaks). Lamb and
Veal that has been seen in this big market
for some time. Why buy tough beef when
-.Buscher- sells fine quality for same money?
Evening star., 1898-12-09
Safety in Buyin- Bufter

II is something to be sure you always get
the purest and best, you do in buying
2-lo- BOXES OF EiSin Creamery at $40 Of
Jas + oyster. 9th & Pa ave. ana ali mar
ketS.-AdXt.
Evening star., 1898-12-09
s1.as To baltimore and Return sL25

Via Pennsylvania Railroad.
tickets on sale Saturday and Sunday, De-
cember 10 and II, good TO return until De-
CeInber i. All trains except Congressional
LimitCd.-Advt
Evening star., 1898-12-09

For Baby's skin. scalp and hair, nothing in the
whole world is cleansing, purifying and beau
tifying GJTiCURA SOAP. For distressing
heat rashes. chafngs, inlammations and eruptions,
for crsted, itching, irritatons Of the scalp with
dry, thin and falling hair, for red, rough hands.
with shapeless nails and simple infantile bumors
1t is absolutely without a rival.
Evening star., 1898-12-09
Dove Brand Hams

were always in the lead; never better than
1t present. We know what the people want
'or Christmas, and we will have full stock
IF Dove Meats and Beef Tongues for them
all. MILLER & KROGMANN,
1t* Center and K st. Markets.
Evening star., 1898-12-09

], w. Robertson of 914 La. ave. will open
at stands 30 and SO, West End Market"
22d & p sts., with full supply of choice
Beef, Lamb and Veal. Steaks 15a. pound !;
Porter House, 1Sc.; Roast Beef, II and 15o. /:
Choice Lamb, 1oc. Fillets of Beef a speciality.
Evening star., 1898-12-09

TO SATISFY APPETITES AT HOME
you'll ind nothing more satisfactory or bet
ter in the way Of Beef. Lamb, etc. that
Keane's Home Dressed Meats. Positively
so good in quality that double the money
cannot buy better, And we guarantee that
by saving money back to the dissatisfied -
r. T. Keane, 3-5-31 Center mkt.
Evening star., 1898-12-09
The Royal Limited" Baltimore and
Ohio Railroad.

Most superb daylight train in the world
Leaves Washington } pm. arrives New
York pm Dining car, Pullman parlol
and observation smoking cars. No extra
fare other than regular Pullman charge
Advertisement.
Evening star., 1898-12-09
4 Plant for Xmas

A beautiful Cyciamen Giganteum in fun
bloom. Fine specimens AT GUIDES, 1924 r.
Advertisement
Evening star., 1898-12-09

Sold throughout the world. Price. CUTICURA
SOAP. DC. CUTICURA (ointmentJ, SOC. POT
TER DRUG AND CHEM. CORP, Sole Props
Boston. British Depot, ! King Edward ST.. Lon
don. Derot Francais 113 Faubourg St II more,
Paris Send for Face. Hands and Hair Book, "
mailed free.
Evening star., 1898-12-09
MOpening,, nt West Ena Market.

Sloan's Auction Sale of Miss Glennan's
paintings, postponed last week. takes place
tomorrow, II am. Its
Evening star., 1898-12-09

$3.50 UPRIGHT PIANO FOR s24S.
Just 10 introduce this new make in Wash
ingtOn- High-grade styles. 1-3 oct. 3
pedals, guaranteed. $40 payments. Grimes
IianO Exchange. 9l3 Pa. ave.
Evening star., 1898-12-09

IVV INFNEN NJ
are always sweet, mild and juicy. Their
reputation has stood the test for nearly 80
years unshakeu. Sold in all the markets
and noted market stores.
Evening star., 1898-12-09

Before ordering your portraits for the
holidays see Rice's new-style PlatinOtypes.
122j Pa. ave.
Evening star., 1898-12-09
OLD-TIME MINCE PIES. &c.

WEST END MARKET. COR. 22D & T.
Stedm-hedted. Fine display tomorrow.
Evening star., 1898-12-09

WASHINGTON DRESSED BEEF.
Spring Lamb, New York Roast Beef Del
monicO Steak. go to John r. Kelly, West
End Mkt, 22d & P Corned Beef a speciality
Evening star., 1898-12-09
SIr.NERMARE EnP

Choice Of Beacon or Acme Lights 95c
ccmplete-Save gas and give brilliant light
l2Ji e. {. A. Muddiman x Co. GIG 18th.
Evening star., 1898-12-09

Big. tempting looking Pies. with light.
fiaky crusts and plenty of rich. toothsome
filling. Wei send them fresh whenever you
say. Finest Homemade Fruit Cake 80 &
doe. III. Eclairs. Joc- doz. Write or phone.
KRAFF'TS BAKERY. cor. 18th K Pa. ave.
Evening star., 1898-12-09

Thousands of situations have been OBJ
tanned through the want columns of The
Star
Evening star., 1898-12-09

SILNERWARE FOR GIFTS.
J. karr's Sons show better patterns and
richer qualities in Sterling Silverware than
are usually 10 be found. Their prices are
most moderate. 94J Pa. ave
Evening star., 1898-12-09

Gas Radiators. $3.50: Oil Heaters. 81 %
S.. 4. Eberly's Sons. us Tth 81. NV.
Evening star., 1898-12-09

Trustees will sell at auction tomorrow
afternoon at o'clock three fine building
lots in Columbia Heights, situated on Whit
ney ave. and on Dartmouth ST. See adyt.
In auction columns for full particulars and
description
Evening star., 1898-12-09
Coal and FirevyoOd.

You still have time to have your Foto.
srafs for Xmas Prince, 1lth & ave.-Adyt
Evening star., 1898-12-09

Sheetz's 25c.. 40c. and dpc Chocolates and
Bon Bons are uHequaled in quality and va
rlety. SHEETZ. 10Th and F NV
Evening star., 1898-12-09

$l.%o to baltimore and Return via
b. and o., Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 10
ana II, good for return until following Mon
day. Tickets good on all trains except
Royal Limited.-Advt.
Evening star., 1898-12-09
CITY ITEMS.
Christmas Hams.
Christmas Hams

Christmas Hams. Chrtstmas Hams.
Dove Brand Hams, Boneless Dove Break
fast Bacon and Beef Tongues are delicious.
sage and our own killing of Fresh Pork.
Cooked ham and tongue a speciality. VIM,
Jr., & J.J Miller, West End Mkt, cor.22 & p.
Make Tree TOys-Material at Gouid's.
Sa--1n+s