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The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
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Rose Sydelrs London Bellies" will next
week pay their annual visit to Kernan's,
among the patrons of which they will
doubtless find many admirers who look
for their appearance with no little de-
light and who feel assured that their
entertainment will come up TO expecta-
tons
A special feature Will be the four Mel
son Sisters. who are acknowledged aero
batic marvels and who came to this
country with a European reputation
which they have never failed to sustain
They are the drawing card of an oIlo
which for variety of talent has never been
surpassed at this house. and which in
cludes James A. LaClare, Joseph Mitchell
and company, Sisters Esther, Billy Hart
Laura Langton and Nellie Foster. and the
Van Cooks.
Miss Sydell, who has worn the plume
of the burlesquer for a number of years
is said to have won fresh laurels in this
seasons burlettas. which are reputed to
be handsomely staged and mounted and
full Of amusing incidents, picturesque
scenes. and rich ensembles. Her support
Is good and the chorus. which is her per
sonal selection. numbers many unusually
attractive girls, according to the claims
of the management.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
TO GREET THE PRESIDENT.
Warships to BE Modified when the
Ohio Is Launched.

The naval force on the Pacific Station Is
to be modified at San Francisco on the
occasionl of President McKinley's visit
there. in May, and the necessary orders
have been sent to Rear Admiral Casey
commanding the station. The squadron
will consist of the battleships Iowa flag
ship and Wisconsin. the protected cruiser
Philadelphia. and probably some torpedo
boats and training ships. These vessels
Will be off the ship yards OF the Union
Iron Works, when the battleship Ohio is
launched on May 49,
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
Price, $500 Each.

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The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
Mr.. Fnbian's Recital.

A very enjoyable recital was given in
the Shoreham banquet hall yesterday
afternoon by Mr.: s. Monroe Fabian, the
pianist, assisted by Mr.. II. c. +. Balmar,
baritone ~ fcg
Mr.. Fabian is an artist too rarely heard
In recital. he is such a versatile player
that only in a programme mbracing
varied styles can he do fun justice to his
abilities. The possessor of a most beau
tiful touch, highly developed technique.
great strength and endurance. and withal
the utmost deIicacy and charm. he is
equal to the most eXacting demands a
programme can offer. The one he pre-
scented yesterday was well selected and
contained a number of compositions not
often heard in concerts. and to all he lent
his rare musical insight and sympathy.
his good taste and judgment. with the re-
suit that each received a thoroughly ar
tistic and satisfying performance.
Mr.. Bamar, the singer. who assisted
was formerly well known tenor In Bal
timore, but he has been studying in Italy
the past few years. and has returned
transformed into a baritone. He has a
fine voice somewhat limited in range, but
of very agreeable quality and he employs
it artisticaIly. He delivers his solos in a
convincing style and with appreciation of
their musical content. A particularly
commendable feature of his singing was
his faultless enunciation, both in Italian
and English
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
Welded IN RICHMOND.
Miss A. &. MontmoIIion Marrics Eek.
Governor HoadIey,. Son.

RICHMOND, Va. April 17.--One OF the
most notable of the seasons weddings was
the marriage this evening of Miss AIDE
laide c. Montmollion to Mr.. Edward Mills
Hoadley, son Of Ex-Governor Hoadley, of
Chic. Miss Montmollion is the daughter
Of the late DR.. James NJ Mont
mollion, of Ashland. Ky. The mar
riage WIS solemnized at the home of Mr..
and Mrs Garrett wall, where Miss Mont
mollion has made her home with her sis
ter. Mrs. Wall, since the death of her
father Mr.. Hoadley e resident OF New
York City. MIR. and Mrs. Hoadley on
their return from their bridal tour will
make their homo in New York
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
Promotions and Appointments.

The annual adjustments of salaries and
allowances for clerks and employees in the
Postoffice Department so far made to take
effect July next, provide for 100 promo
tions of postofiice clerks, and for the ap-
pointment of 1850 additional clerks at
postoffices throughout the country. With
the adjustments set to be made atthe other
offices, these figures will probably reach
the number of $500 promotions. and close
TO 200 additional clerks. This adjustment
raises the average pay OF the postofIice
clerks by about $3.50. as 70 per cent OF the
promotions will go TO the clerks In the
lower grades al the various postoffices
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
MAY WEAR SHIRT WAISTS.
An Order for the Relief of Letter
Carriers In Summer.

The following order. formulated by A.
w. Machin. superintendent of the division
Of free delivery and approved by Post
master General Smith. and which was
framed for the relief of the letter car
riers throughout the country during the
summer, was announced yesterday:
Ordered. That section 631 of the amend
ed postal laws and regulations in relation
to the free delivery service be, and the
same hereby is, amended, by adding the
following:
Shirt waists-During the heated term
postmaster. ruay permit letter carriers to
wear a neat shirt waist or loose-ftting
blouse. instead of coat and vest. the same
to be made Of light grey chambray ging
ham, light grey cheviot. or other light
grey washable material: to be woKp with
rundown collar dark tie, and a neat
belt: all to be uniform at each Office
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
Boys
Reciprocity" Suits.

Which we claim so much for; and
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They fit better, hold their shape
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The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
COPIES OF THE BRIEF WANTED
MIR. Gardeners Porto RicaB Argu-
ment in Great Demand.

A number of lawyers interested in the
Porto Rican tariff cases called on the
Clerk of the United States Supreme
Court yesterday and asked for copies Of
Charles A. Gardeners brief, motion for
the filing of which was made by Mr.. Gardi-
ner in the Supreme Court Monday.
The clerk informed the attorneys that
the brief had not been filed with the
court, although it had been received. The
copies were the property of Mr.. Gardiner,
and, therefore, the clerk could not give
them out. Copies of the brief were in
tact. just as they were received. The
court, it is said will pass on Mr.. Gardi-
ners motion Monday.
Mr.. Gardiner supports the Government S
side of the question in the Porto Rican
tariff cases.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
The Academy-"Humnn Hearts

Human Hearts" will be he Academy
attraction next week, with the usual mat
inee. This beautiful story of the Arkau-
sas hills-beautiful because of its sim
plicity, its honest truth. and the lesson
it brings home to every hearts, now en-
joying its fourth season. Like Shore
Acres the oftener one sees it the often
er one wants to see it again. 1t is re
freshing in this day of imported problem
and suggestive plays to be able to listen
to an American play of plain common
folk with the blue haze of the Ozark
Mountains enveloping 1t. According to the
rient. the play will be presented by n
capable company. while from n scenic
point of view but little is left to be de-
sired
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
NAMED BY THE PRESIDENT.
Appointments Made In the War and
Interior Departments.

The following Presidential appointments
were announced yesterday:
War-Cyrus S. Roberts. to be colonel of
infantry: Owen ]. Sweet to be lieutenant
colonel of infantry; Charles X. Wine, to he
deputy surgeon general, with rank of lieu
tenant colonel; Charles +. Woodruff. to be
surgeon, with the rank of major; to be as
sistant surgeons of volunteers, with rank
of captain, Leonard X. Graves, Luther d.
Howell, Henry Lippincott
lnterior-Lemuel b. Laughlin, of South
Dakota, to be receiver of public moneys
at Chamberlain. 8. D.; Charles l.. Brock
way. of Sioux Falls, S. D., to be register
Of the land office at Chamberlain, S d.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
CALLED ON THE PRESIDENT.
Oscar Straus, EN-Minister 10 Turkey
Pays a social Visit.

The President had a long list of callers
yesterday Among them was Oscar
Straus, ex-United States Minister to Tur-
key. who recently retired from his post
at Constantinople, and who was succeed
ed by John G. A. Leishman. He came in
company with st. Clair Mckelway. of
Brooklyn. Their visit was entirely of a
social nature.
Ex-senator Frank Hiscock of New
York called with Representative Payne
TO pay his respects to the President. Cen
eral Miles was another caller. Owing to
the fact that the President was very busy
General Miles did not remain long.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18

good deal of material that should prove
interesting to rae Bijou patrons, while
the costuming and scenic investiture are
reputed as being more elaborate than are
commonly exhibited by similar organiza-
TONS
The buriesdues. which will be used to
open ana close the bill. are termed "A
Midnight Jamboree'' and Oriental Pas
times. The opportunities for the dis
play OF large and fetching chorus are
said TO be particularly good in the latter
burlesque. The oiio will be given by
Naino, Ashley, and Wooley. Annie Lloyd
the Burdock sisters. and Maniey and
Rose. The usual daily matiT1ves will be
given.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
CAPTAIN HARDING NAMED.
Made Assistant Engineer Com mis-
siOner for the District.

Secretary Root yesterday issued an order
appointing Capt. Chester Harding an As
sistant Engineer Commissioner for the
District of Columbia. Secretary Roots
order follows:
IBy direction of the President and I'M
der the provisions of the act of Congress
approved June II. 1878. as amended by the
act of Congress approved August z 1891,
Capt Chester Harding, Corps of En-
gineeEs. L. 8. A, upon being relieved
from his duties at Grand Rapids. Mich,
will proceed to Washington, ID. c., and
report in person to the Engineer Com
missioner of the District of Columbia for
duty as an assistant. The travel enjoined
is necessary for the public service.
'ELIHU ROOT.
Secretary of War"
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
For Kentuc,.y Announcements.

Senator Deboe saw the President yes
terday in regard to several minor Ken
lucky appointments conference Of
prominent Kentucky Republicans. who
are now in Washington, was held last
night for the purpose of agreeing upon
candidates for "A number of Federal of
fees in that State which will soon be va
cant. II is said that u slate was practi-
caily decided upon.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
Fnst Work on the Ohio.

Information has been received at the
White House that the San Francisco
workmen engaged in work on the battle
ship Ohio will present a testimonial to
the President on the occasion of his visit
to that city In MAY. All labor difficulties
which a few days ago seemed to endan-
ger the programme for launching the
Ohio on May Is have been overcome.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18

Colonel woodruff. Chief Surgeon in
Manila, cabled the War Department yes
terday reporting that on April 16 there
were n total of 1888 men sick in hospital,
making a sick percentage of 7.59 per cent.
which is slightly above that report April
l. which was $50 per cent.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
Movements OF Naval Vessels.

The surveying ship Nero has arrived at
Norfolk, the golfers Hannibal and Leon
idas at San Juan, the hospital ship So
lace at San Francisco. and the cruiser
Bancroft at Hampton Roads, whence she
will proceed to Boston to be placed out
OF commission. The gunboat Vixen has
sailed from Gibara for Nipe Bay and Sa-
qua de Tenamo.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18

Postmaster General Smith yesterday
issued fraud orders against the Baily Seed
Company and the Cutter Company, both
Of Chicago. foT using the mails for fraud
ulent purposes by promoting chain" let
ter schemes.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
Reports Another surrender.

Adjutant General Corbin yesterday af-
ternoon received the following despatch
from General Macarthur. at Manila:
Colonel Abad. insurgent leader, Marin
duque, with line officers. seventy soldiers.
2iS small arms. surrendered to Major
Frederick A. Smith, April Is. took the oath
and were released. This ends insurrectlon
there. MacA RTHIrR
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
The Bijoh-"aueen OF the Orient,

The management of the Bijou has Sc
cured for the attraction next week the
Queen of the Orient a burlesque ag
gregation that is very favorably known
in this city, where its previous visits have
been successful to quite remarkable de-
gree The performance is said to contain
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18

Representative Glynn of New York
was at the State Department yesterday
and took the oath of Office as a member
Of the Board of Commissioners of the St.
Louis Exposition. He also called at the
White House and saw the President. lie
expects to leave soon for st. Louis to at
tend the first meeting of the commission
in that city.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
Hoods E0rsdpdrisid

taken in the spring, is assisted by this
etort-resultS no more certain
than at other seasons. but are quicker.
This great medicine thoroughly cleanSes
the system. gets into all its hooks and
corners. removes all humors and all I'M
healthy accommodations.
Begin taking Hoods today.
Myself and my mother have been en-
tirely cured of impure blood and that
tired feeling by Hoods Sarsaparilla. We
take it every spring. and think it is the
greatest medicine in the world. Frank
Hamilton. 27is S. Seventh Street, st.
Louis. Mo.
Hoods SarcacariiIa promises to
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18

Capt. Otto P. Nesmith. chief clerk to
General Greedy, of the Signal Service,
yesterday took the examination for pro-
motion to the grade of captain in the Sig
nal Corps.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
The Lnfnyette-.under Two Flags,

Under Two Flags" a dramatization of
Ouida's famous novel, is announced for
the final week of the Bellows and Long
stock company at the Lafayette Square
Theatre. This will give the Washington
public an unusual opportunity to see a
great New York success of the present
season before it's run is finished i'll that
metropolis. Blanche Bates great hit in
the leading role in New York City has
been heralded all over the country, and
the opportunities offered for scenic Law
ishness will give Stage Director Bellows
ample room for the display of his talents.
Mr.. Ormonde will play BERTHE Cecil
Royellieu, and Mr.. Murphy, the erring
brother. Berkeley Cecil Royellieu. Mr.
Craven is cast for the Hon. Lord Royal
lieu and Mr.. Rogers for the part of Lord
Rockingham. John T. Sullivan will be
seen as Colonel Cateauray. called The
Black Hawk" and Mr.. Wyngate as Rake,
Berries faithful valet. Messrs. Fred Sui
livan Mahony, Coniey. and Ball are also
named for character bits. Miss Hasweil
will play the charming Cigarette; Miss
Macintosh Lady Beatrice, and Miss
Field. Lavinia. Effie Darling. Washing
tonian, recently leading lady of San
Francisco stock company. will play Prin-
cess Venetia Corona and will remain with
the Lafayette Square Stock Company for
the rest of the summer.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
HumOrS Feed
on Humors
The Sooner You get Rid of Them
the Better.

In the spring there's an effort of
Nature to cleanse your system. You
know this by the pirnples and other erup-
lions on your face and body.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18

Secretary Gage yesterday purchased
1850. 900 per cent bonds OF 1907 at 1885.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18

Chlldren's Guimpe Dresses of India linen
and gingham; trimmings of Insertion,
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The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
Woodward
and
LOthrOp,
10th, lIth, and F SITS. N. w.
Boys Spring
Clothing.

American boys are the best
dressed boys in the world. And
the best clothing need not be ex.
pensive.
Our Boys Clothing Department
contains the fine and medium
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style the best produced-and
upon these desirable lines we
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All the new spring styles are in
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Also the many different styles
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Also new Shirt Waists, new
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new Sailor Blouses, new Wash
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The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
Little Children's
Spring Clothing.

Lighter clothing for the little folks Is
wanted. and there is a most delightful
collection in Infants Department
Long-waist Dresses are very popular this
season-they are simple but very pretty.
We show many styles in nainsook, India
linon. percale, and gingham.
The new long waist and short skirt
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The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18

Chidren's Guimpes of India linon. trim
med with tucks. Insertion. feather-stitch-
ing and embroidery; sizes to years.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18

Children's Bingham and Percale Dresses.
Hubbard Iong-waist and Russian styles:
dainty shades of pink and blue; trimmings
of insertions and embroidery-boys styles
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The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
COMING TO THE THEATRES.
The NationnI-The Bo.ton,an..

The two most popular and graceful
composers of the American lyric stage.
Victor Herbert and Reginald DeKoven.
will be well represented next week in the
repertoire of the Bostonians at the Ma
tional Theatre. Mr. DeKoven's enduring
success. Robin Hood" will again be re-
viyed, and the constant demand for seats
for the nights when this opera Is to be
sung Indicates that his charming meio-
dies are ever potent with music lovers.
THE Serenade," Herbert's earlier success
proves equally attractive and in the strik-
ing ballads and concerted numbers of this
composition the virility and versatility of
this author are shown at their best. THE
Nicerok, condensed and stitched into most
attractive form, will also be sung during
the engagement. The great majority of
Washington music lovers have never
heard this work, and its laughabIe story.
gorgeous stage pictures and brilliant dra-
matte hnales make many attractive fea-
lures.
The Bostonians this season present Ahe
most evenly balanced ensemble with a
carefully selected chorus and orchestra
under the direction of s. l.. Studley.
Those evergreen favorites, Henry Clay
rockingham, w. Fl. Fitzgerald. Josephine
Bartlett, and John Dunsmure will appear
at each performance. Among the new
corners are the young Washington So
prano, Estelle Wentworth. yivacious
contralto; Adele Rafter. late of Augustin
soprano: Albert Parr and Vernon Stiles.
tenors: J. j. Martin and Charles r. Haw-
ley, baritones. The sale of seats will open
at the box office this morning.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18

soc. 75c. $500 to 81. so each.
Infants Dept, Second floor.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
The CoIumbia-'sThe cnrpetbnsxer..

Tim Murphy is one of the few stars who
dares attempt a Washington engagement
twice in one season, but as Mr. Murphy
Is popular here, he has every reason to
believe that his second engagement. which
shows him in the political romantic COM
edy entitled THE Carpetbagger," will be
as successful as his earlier appearance
was in a Bachelors Romance"
The Carpetbagger" will be presented
at the Columbia next week and, while
not altogether new to Washington audi
ences, as 1t was presented here two years
ago. Mr.. Murphy promises an altogether
different play, and the popularity with
which both player and play met with last
spring during its New York engagement
shows that the play has been made into
a solid and substantial success.
Melville GRANGE, the carpetbagger, Is a
politician from Chicago. who. after the
civil war. Is made Governor of MISSISSIPPI
pi, and keeps his position by allowing the
people to vote. He, however. reserves the
right to do the counting, and in this way
manages to hold on to the governor
ship for a long period, and store up for
himself considerable fortune. Mr.. Muir
ply carries with him complete produc-
tion of scenery. properties, furniture, and
costumes. characteristic of the period in
which the play was written.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18
f IN WOOL DRESS GOODS

No desirable fabric-no new effect is
wanting here. Whatever may be the kind
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nificent display.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-18

All-Wool Vigoureux
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