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The times., 1899-03-02
GENERAL REYNOLDS FUNERAL.
The Remains Inferred In National
Cemetery mt ARLINGTON

The remains of Gen. Joseph j. Reynolds.
OF the United States Army. retired, who
died last Saturday, were inferred at Ar
lington early yesterday afternoon. Funeral
services were held at the late residence Of
the deceased. 1901 Street northwest and
were conducted by the Rev. J. B. Perry,
rector of St. Andrews Episcopal Church.
The house was crowded with friends of the
deceased and representatives of several pa
triotic societies After the services at the
house the remains, enclosed in a black
casket. draped with the American dag.
were placed on a caisson and. preceded by
the Fourth Artillery Band and escorted by
Battery G and a detachment of Battery E.
under the command of Captain Coffin, were
borne to Arlington. AT the grave the
ceremonies were conducted by the officers
of the Loyal Legion. The chaplain. James
b. Bradford, read the burial service of the
order, after which taps were sounded and
the last volleys fired over the grave
The honorary pallbearers were Cen Ru-
fus Sexton, Gen. II. G. Wright, Gen. T. NJ.
Vincent. Gen. ]. p. Hawkins. Gen. John
Moore, Gen. H. V. Boynton, Justice Harlan
and Judge Stanton Peelle.
The times., 1899-03-02
MIR. M'INTIRE's STATEMENT.
The Maryland Congressman Denies
- Hi- scrNant t:irIr Story.

The Maryland Congressman Denies
Hi- Servant Girls story.
Representative McIntre of Maryland,
about whom was printed yesterday a dis
patch from Baltimore relative to an al
legged controversy between himself and his
servant girl, the latter, it was stated,
claiming that the wages due her We're re-
fused to be paid, and that the Representa-
tive had bumped her head against the
wall at his home in Baltimore, said that
he had had some trouble with his servant:
that she frequently displayed a very bad
temper and made herself dislgreeab'e to
his family, often threatening violence TO
its members so much so that Mrs. Mc1n-
tire thought it was best TO dismiss the SER
want. which Mr.. Mclntire proceeded to do.
This. he said, apparently en:agsd the girl.
but he did not strike her, nor attempt 10
strike her, but he did put his hand over
her mouth TO suppress the screams she
uttered after being informed that the fam
ily did not need her services longer
Mr.. McIntire said she lodged information
with justice of the peace, charging only
assault and battery. but when the case
was set for trial she did not appear and
that ended the matter. He says he did
VOt owe the servant anything that was not
paid
The times., 1899-03-02
Daring Experiment by n Physician
for the Cure of Pneumonia.

Laymen as well as physicians are interested in
the outcome Of the daring experiment by Con
necticut doctor in case Of pneumonia where or
binary remedies have failed and the patient was
apparently dying. The treatment in this instance
consisted IN placing the patient in bed of snow.
TINS would seem TO have been the most dangerous
course that could have been followed, yet the
dispatches state that the patient rallied inmeti-
ately and is now reported 10 be recovering.
Modern medical science is constantly using meth
DDS which the old school OF practitioners would
have regarded with horror. This may be 4 case
OF modern method for curing pneumonia and
a case of Heurich's beer is the modern method
Tor giving people a good appetite. Drink Heu-
rich's with your meals and you'll never after
ward complain for the want OF good appetite.
The times., 1899-03-02
Hills Returned TO the President.

The Distric; Commissioners yesterday re-
turned TO the President. with request for
favorable executive action, the following
bills:
II. r. 1870. "to cause the removal of
weeds from lands in the city of Washing
ton, District of Columbia, and for other
purposes"
H. r. 62iS. ito provide for the disposition
of assessment certificates of the District
of Columbia, and for other purposes.
II. X. 1923. ito regulate the height of
buildings in the District of Columbia"
II. r. ll02i. ''to authorize the Commits
sioners of the District Of Columbia to re-
move dangerous or unsafe buildings. and
parts thereof. and for other purposes"
The times., 1899-03-02
coLoMBIA's NEW MINISTER.
Senior Don CIimnco Caideron Pre-
sents His Credentials

Senor Don Climaco Calderon, recently
appointed TO succeed Senior Don Jose Mar
celino Hurtado as Envoy Extraordinary
and Minister Plenipotentiary from Colon
bia. called at the White House yesterday
and presented his credentials to President
Mckinley. He was accompanied by Secre-
tsry Hay and Senior Don Julio Rengifo,
Secretary of the Colombian Legation.
The President received his visitors in
the Blue Parlor OF the Mansion, where
the usual formalities attending the pre-
sentation of a diplomat occurred, and ez-
pressions of friendship between the two
Republics were exchanged. Senior Calderon
came TO Washington direct from New
York, where he filed the post of Con-
sui General for his country for a number
of years. He speaks English fluently and
is regarded as a diplomat of great ability.
The times., 1899-03-02
4 linen specials.

$50 dozen Fairfield Mills Turkish
Towels, very heavy quality. unbleach-
ed. actually worth 10c, will go 6IC
Tor ....---.............. .O/Z
200 dozen Star and Crescent Mills
heavy bleached Turkish Towels, with
fancy borders. size 10 by As, for which
you must pay lie elsewhere. will INC
10 by 3S pure linen Huck Towels,
with plain white or colored borders,
hemmed ready for use. cheap at Tic
15c, will go for ............-...i
6O-inch Silver Blached German
Damask. very heavy quality in
go for ~
The times., 1899-03-02
A VOYAGE DOWN THE COAST.
The Sea Outing Proposed for Mr. and
Mrs. Mckinley

President Mckinley is looking forward
TO a trip along the coast OF the Southern
States on the dispatch boat Dolphin short
ly after the adjournment of Congress.
Arrangements for the voyage are now be-
ing completed The date of departure has
not been determined, but the trip will be
made as soon as the business will permit.
The party is 10 consist of the President
and Mrs. Mckinley and a few OF their
most intimate friends.
For several weeks friends of the Pres
ident have been urging upon him the
necessity of a respite from the cares OF Of
fee. The sea voyage is only one OF the
many excursions planned and proposed to
Mr.. Mckinley by his friends, who have
presented many tempting outing schemes
The times., 1899-03-02
THE SOCIAL WORLD
OF WASHINGTON
Secretary Hitchcock Honored
by Count Cassini.
Brilliant Attendance at Mrs. Hinck-
ley's Afternoon Tea.
Musicale at the Russian Embassy
Lunchcors Given by Mrs. For
aI,er and Mrs. iudenrcid.

The Russian Ambassador gave very
s2lendidly appointed dinner last night, at
which the Secretary Of the Interior, Hon.
Ethan Allen Hitchcock, former United
States Ambassador TO Russia, was the spe-
cially honored guest. The company invited
to meet him were the German Ambassa-
dor, the Secretary of State and Mrs. Hay,
Mr.. and Mrs. Boardman. the Venezuelan
Minister and Madame WI, Mrs. Ward.
Mrs. Berdan, Mrs. Sheridan, Mile. Cassini,
Baron Won Sternburg, and General Merit
vago
The times., 1899-03-02
MRS. LOGAN OUT OF DANGER.
Her SON Is Expected Home From
Cubn Today.

At 10 O'Clock last night Mrs. John A.
Logan was reported resting easier. During
the day she had suffered greatly from an
abscess in her right ear. but late in the
afternoon the abscess broke. relieving her
Of the pain. Mrs. Logan's friends feared
that on account of her weakened condition
more serious symptoms might develop. Her
daughter Mrs. Major w. c. Tucker, ar
rived from Chicago yesterday morning. and
Major John A. Logan. her son, is expected
to arrive from Cuba some time today Mrs.
Logans physician reports that she is now
out of danger
The times., 1899-03-02
FROM BENCH TO SENATE.
Justice Louis l.. McComns Preparing
for New Duties.

Justice Louis Z. McComas will sever his
connection with the District judiciary to-
morrow. as the result of his election to
the United States Senate from the State
of Maryland, TO succeed Senator German.
He will take the oath Of his new office on
Saturday, March 4. Attorney General
Henry NJ. Clabaugh, of Maryland. has
been chosen to fill the vacancy caused by
the resignation of Justice McComas from
the Supreme Court of the District of Co
lumbia. No date, however, has been fixed
upon which the new justice will enter
upon his duties. II is expected that he
will do so at an early date in order that
the work of the court may not be delayed
in any OF its branches
The times., 1899-03-02

Fashionable Washington was brilliantly
represented at the tea given by Mrs. Rob-
ert Hinckley at her residence, in Massachu-
sets Avenue, yesterday afternoon. The
hostess, gowned in a beautifully artistic
robe of white wool. with which she wore
turquoises and diamonds was assisted in
receiving by Mrs. Gregory and Mrs. Forbes
Beale. The floral appointments of the
dainty tea table were entirely of fern fol-
iage, and grouped about the dining and
drawingrooms were La France roses and
palms.
The times., 1899-03-02

Miss Amelia Brown entertained the
guests Of the Riggs House on Tuesday
evening with selection of original and
artistic plantation stories with Violin ac-
compartment. which were thoroughly en-
joyed. The musical portion Of the pro-
gramme was contributed By Master George
Hunt. the clever young vio,inist, and the
entertainment given by the pair was so
successful that those present are particu-
larly anxious that they shall repsat it in
the near future. Miss Brown will tell her
stories at the Home for Incurables under
the patronage of the board of managers
and number of prominent society women
at 330 o'clock this afternoon.
The times., 1899-03-02
D0mesticS down in price.

You may have domestics for even less
than our usual low prices today
for We are determined to see this de-
partment one OF the busiest in the
store. These illustrate our ability to
undersell.
A case of new light "Merrimac"
shirting prints. good colors, 1I nc
will be put on sale today ....JA
80 pieces OF fine unbleached muslin,
good quality. such as is sold usually
at &c yard. will go today 1I/C
for ,,.............. 81
Is pieces of 9-quarter watanga
bleached sheeting-you ought 20 know
the brand and know it's sold at Ice
regularly-will be offered to- 11I/C
day Observation-Disclosures. M
45 by SO hemstitched pillow cases.
well made, worth II Lee. will go 1NC
today for. III
1900 yards of yard wide percales. in
all the most attractive patterns. which
are mill remnants, and in lengths from
to 10 yards to a piece. worth &c
II lie yard, will go for.....
The times., 1899-03-02
Millions Given Away.

1t is certainly gratifying to the public to know
OF one concern in the lard who are not afraid to
be generous to the needy and the suffering. The
prOprictors Of DR.. Kings New Discovery for Con
sumption, Coughs. and Colds have given away over
ten million trial BOTTLES Of this great medicine,
and have the satisfaction Of knowing il has abso
lutely cured thousands al hopeless cases. Asthma
Bronchitis. HoarscuisS. ard all diseases Of the
Throat, Chest and l.lngs surely cured by IT.
Call on Henry Evans, Druggist, SIS 7 Street, and
get free trial hottie Regular size, So cents and
81. Every bottle guaranteed or price refunded.
The times., 1899-03-02
The ALERT Dnm.rc sui,

The testimony for the defence in the case oi
Thomas J. Kelly against William Stone Albert
tor $1,000 damages growing out OF the destruc.
tiOn of the Albert Building in Pennsylvania Ave
nue., by the cyclone the night Of September
-, $780, was begun yesterday afternoon The east
viii probably occupy the attention Of the court
for week or ten days.
The times., 1899-03-02

Church at Minelsville. Pa, when suffering with
ihcumatisH, was advised to ny thamhcrlain's
Pain Balm. lie says "A few applications of
this liniment proved Of great service to me. 1t
Should any sufferer profit by giving Pain Balm Il
trial it will please me" For sale by Henry
Evans. Wholesale and Retail Druggist, a3S +
Street northwest; Connecticut Avenue and Strict
northwest, and li2s Maryland Avenue northeast.
The times., 1899-03-02
Inn YnIuntury HnnLrunfcr.

\ petition in voluntary bankruptcy was filed
yesterday By James iIoliander, who formerly
conducted mems furnishing business at i211
Penny lyania Avenue northwest. In MAY, lSJD.
the petitioner made general assignment oi all
his property ibr the benefit Of his creditor. pre-
icrring certain ones named. To solomon Su:cn-
hcimcr His liabilities are hs;ed at Sl,s25.J5,
and ilis assets at SG5.
The times., 1899-03-02

Mrs. A. L. Barber left yesterday to spend
the month of March with Mr. Barber in
New York. They will be at the Neither
lands, Fifth Avenue, where they will lie
joined by Mr. and Mrs. S. T. Davis, jr., OF
Ardsley- on Hudson, y. Y, with their in
fant daughter.
The times., 1899-03-02

At the luncheon given Tuesday by Mrs
Morehead in honor of her guest, Mrs
Stonewall Jackson, the guests included
Mrs. Cotton. Miss Molly Eliot Seawell,
Mrs. Robert Hinckley. Mrs. Leigh Robin
son, Mrs. Thomas F. Richardson, Mrs.
Foraker. and Mrs. Vance.
The times., 1899-03-02
Inspector carter,s Mother Dend.

The aged molher Of Joseph Carter, night ir-
spector of detectives at Police Headquarters.
died her home. a2i Sx-and-a -a-half Street south
west at G.S0 o'clock yesterday evening. after .
painful illness covering period OF several days.
She was cishty-fvc years Of age. The intelligence
oi the death Of Mrs Carter. when made known
10 the many friends Of her son. brought forth
expressions Of sympathy and condolcnce.
The times., 1899-03-02

Mrs. Foraker gave a beautifully appoint
ed luncheon yesterday, when her guests
were Mrs. Gallaudet, Mrs. Dueli, Mrs.
Kaufman, Mrs. Kinds, Miss Hemphill,
Mrs. Mason, Mrs. David ]. Hill, Mrs. Scott,
and Miss Foraker
The times., 1899-03-02

a subscription musicale given at the
German Embassy by the courtesy of his
excellency the German Ambassador,
brought together a brilliant representation
from Washington's official and social cir
cles yesterday afternoon.
The occasion marked the professional de-
but in the city of of Miss Lydia Eustis.
niece of the former United States Ambas-
sador TO France, whose beautiful soprano
voice has won for her artistic laurels both
in Europe and more recently in Boston and
New York. The other Assists on the pro-
gramme were Mr.. Victor Beigel and Mr..
in the ballroom, which was scarcely large
enough to accommodate the guests The
patronesses of the very fashionable and
successful affair were Mrs. Hobart, Lady
Pauncefote, Mrs. Hay, Mrs. Reed, Mile
Cassini Mrs. Horace Gray, Mrs. Mcmillan
Mrs Wolcott, Mrs. Lodge. Mrs. Wetmore.
Mrs Foraker. Mrs. Miles, Mrs. John Davis,
Mrs Hit Mrs. Sprague, Mrs. Audenred,
Mrs. Mum, Mrs. Morgan, Mrs. Richardson.
Mrs. Sheridan, Mrs Harriet Lane Johnson,
Mrs Henderson, Mrs. Boardman. Mrs.
Townsend, Mrs. Slater, Mrs. Thomson
Swami. Mrs. Anderson. Mrs. Wallach,
Mrs Westinghouse Mrs. Henry May, Miss
Patten. Mrs. Charles Augustus Williams,
Mrs. John Q. Jones, Mrs. Stiison Hutchins,
Mrs. Truxton Beale, and Mrs Crosby.
| Mr.. Eugene A Logan and his attractive
| young bride, who was formerly Miss
Teresa Harbaugh, have returned from their
| honeymoon trip, which included a stay in
| New Orleans during carnival week, and are
now stopping with the brides parents, Mr.
and Mrs Edgar G. Harbaugh. of Sixth
| Street.
The times., 1899-03-02

The Vice President and Mrs. Hobart were
guests of honor last night at dinner given
by Representative and Mrs. James W.
Wadsworth of New York
The times., 1899-03-02

General Grosvenor, Representative
Gaines. and Mr. Fitch were among those
who gave vaudeville box parties 10 their
families and friends last night at the
Grand.
The times., 1899-03-02

Mrs. F. B. Jackson. of Connecticut Ave
nue., entertained at u luncheon yesterday.
The times., 1899-03-02

Senator and Mrs. Roach have returned
from New York and are located at the
Garfield.
The times., 1899-03-02

Mrs. Audenreid entertained at a lunch
con yesterday.
The times., 1899-03-02
eSc muslin garments, Rc.

A lot of ladies' garments, consisting
of gowns. skirts, drawers. corset COW
ers. etc, which are all handsomely
trimmed in lace and embroidery-and
sold regularly at 9Sc, will be Of d0C
fered today ~
The times., 1899-03-02

Wayne and Caldwell, sketch team of
exceptional merit, have been booked as
headliners for the presumably excellent
bill to be presented next week at the Bijou.
Their support will be afforded by a number
of clever people whom Manager Grieves
is now engaging for local appearance. Alto
gether the entertainment offered should be
thoroughly enjoyable and the house will
probably be well filled at every perform
ance given.
The times., 1899-03-02

Despite the fact that Robic's "Knicker-
bOckers'' give performance of undoubted
merit. the management has seen fit to en-
gage special feature in the shape of Jim
Jeffries for next weeks date at the Lyceum
Jeffries is a California pugilist of consid-
cradle reputation and is now matched TO
fight Bob FitEsimmons. In addition to this
card, the 'Knickerbockers" will offer the
usual two burlesques, an olio of notable
talent and a reproduction of the sensa-
tional sketch. An Affair of Honor
The times., 1899-03-02

Mrs. Selfridge. who has been the re-
cipient of many social honors during her
visit 10 Philadelphia. is expected to re-
turn today.
The times., 1899-03-02
Child's shoes, 45c.

A lot of one hundred pairs OF chill
dren's hand-sewed button shoes, in neat
opera toe. with patent leather tip. and
in sizes from to s-excellent wearing
kinds. which are the regular 75c grade,
viii go for 45e a pair today.
The times., 1899-03-02

tences. is seen in his gestures. and makes
itself known by his smile and the express
sion of his face. A sympathetic voice and
the appreciation of meaning that seldom
fails in the speech of the reader who is
perusing his own creations are factors in
his success and prevent notwithstanding
patrons VINO may have formed unapproach-
able ideas of what the poet should be. So
it is that Mr.. Riley invariably addresses
large audiences. and that those who have
once heard him lose none of the pleasure
they may have felt in reading his books,
even though they have confounded the
writer with the man.
The Rev. John Watson. whom everyone
knows as Ian Maclaren, will visit Wash
ington on next Thursday afternoon for Il
single appearance at the National Theatre
His subject for that occasion will be THE
Place of the Minister in Scotch Life" with
readings from Dr. Davidson, parish minis
ter of Drumtocbty, and some unpublished
stories. DR.. Watson, while occupying "a
unique position in literature. is said to be
a lecturer of marvellous power. There is
supposedly geutieness. delicacy. and yet
a firmness and solidity about what he says
that carries conviction to the mind, while
it brings alternate smiles and tears to the
eyes and gladness TO the heart The sale
of seats for Ian Maclaren's talk Will open
at the box Office OF the National on Mon
day morning.
The times., 1899-03-02
2 corset specials.

lot of ladies' corsets. made of
fancy figured sateen, perfect fitting.
in sizes IS to 26 will be offered 2SC
as a special today at.......... JJ
All of our "R & c." and American
Lady" and &C. B." and other
popular makes. will be offered Coo
today W
The times., 1899-03-02
Ladies 81 50 to s. shoes, Silt.

You may have your choice today
OF 20 differet styles OF the most season.
able footwear. which We want TO hurry
out. Hand-sewed welts and Mckay
sewed shoes. in both button and lace
styles-which are all warranted. and
made in the most desirable
shapes. These, are somewhat broken,
but your size is here among some style.
Some have cork soles. These sold at
sl.50 to 50, and the choice goes at SlIT
pair.
The times., 1899-03-02

Augustus Cooke. long the Napoleon of
Madame Sans Gene" and Jennie Saterler
an actress of prominence, head the cast
TO be seen next week at the Academy in
London Life" This production has been
very favorably received everywhere and is
really said to possess an abundance of mer-
ii. The play is generally voted a strong
one and the company is said to prove how
possible it is TO make melpdramatic
speeches and sensational episodes sound
and look reasonable. The sale of saats for
the presentation opens this morning and
indications point to a series of very goo!
houses.
Among plain, everyday folk. whose as
pirations have never prompted them to step
out OF distinctly local circles-whose
knowledge of actors has been gained in the
theatre. and whose acquaintance with au-
thors has been made beside the library
grate-there is always a certain curiosity
that prompts more intimate understand
ing OF the celebrities in question. This
feeling is by no means purely the result
OF that desire to shine in reflected light
which affects so many, but rather of anX-
iety to crafty the mind concerning ques-
tions that will arise in watching the por-
trayals of player or writer. II has visi-
BILE effect on the houses drawn by both
classes of artists. and particularly in the
instance of novelists and poets who adopt
the lecture platform temporarily. James
Whitcomb Riley. who is to appear here for
the first time In five years on March - at
the Grand Opera House. is man OF so
much prominence and one whose personal
ity is so apparent in his work that the gea-
eral wish to see and hear him has always
| made his lyccum ventures vertable tr-
umphs. The people whose hearts he has
touched and the literateurs whose admira
tion he has won attend his entertainments
with the highest ideals and-to his credit
be 1t said-seldom come away with them
shattered. Mr.. Riley is a talker whose in
| dividuality creeps out between his sen
The times., 1899-03-02

Col. Charles Lyman. chairman: Gen Richard
y Batchelder, L. 5. 4; Major Alfred r. Quaitfe.
Gen. Marshall l. Iudinston, L. 5. A.; Mai. Gen.
Nelson \. Miles, T.. $. A.; Major William +.
Seville, Capt. Hyland G. Kirk, Capt Newton
NJ. Brooks. John JOY Edison. Col. NJ. Emmet
irell, Major John ID. Black, L. 5. A.; Col.
Patrick OFarrell. Capt. Thomas F. McGmth.
Corporal John Finn. Col. William l.. Bramhall
Sergt. Mai. oryille Dewey Thatcher, and Col.
j. d. CroiSsant
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-06-27
DE la SALE ACADEMY. CLOSES

At the commencement exercises OF De La Sale
Academy. held yesterday afternoon az the Star
Theatre a most interesting programme was givea
bv the graduates and members OF the school.
Francis J. Barry. one OF the graduates OF the
academic course gave a talk Shall We Annex
the Philippines" John A McKenna spoke on
Municipal Ownership" and Joseph NJ. Downing
paid a high tribute TO Leo XIII. Pope and States
man"
The Academy Dramatic Club presented Damon
and Pythias" and the academy choir and the acad-
envy quartet gave various selections. which were
well received Besides these there a duet and
solos by several young boys and number OF pieces
nv the orchestra recitation entitled The Bene-
diction" with piano accompaniment was given by
Henry A Meighan. The graduating exercises AMI
Dresentation OF diplomas ended the programme.
The graduates as follows: In the academic
course Francis Joseph Barry. Julius Aoysius
Cordes Joseph Michael Bowling. William James
Norman John Aloysius McKennl James Patrick
Nagee and John Daniel Mofrett; commercial course
George Joseph Beier. Joseph Del Giudce jeremiah
Timothy Sulivon Denis Joseph Donovan, Daniel
Leo Fitzgerald Michael Richard Kehoe, John Jo-
eeph Mahoney Edward Joseph Muvihill and Leo
William Poslusny.