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Many a lassie mourns her laddie just at
the nresent time, aud also the absence of
thfiter t ckete, fruit and flowers, and all
such pleasantries, that are not compatible
with military service and life in the coke
reeionj many a mother finds the midnight
hen's burdened with a secret fear lest some
dread accident befall her ton, who never
seemed half so precious in her sieht as when
threatened with a wee hit of dancer: and last
but not least, many a brother ot tender years
deplores the fact that Governor Paulson does
not demand his services la the coVo field
trouble, that he might share alike the dancers
and the glories of red stripes and jrilt buttons.
And in the meantime the olaler boys who
are occasioning all this mourning and fearing
and deploring are bavins a right jolly time of
It snd counting their experience gained of real
Enn ne military life, well worth the absence
of 'je tu-it.v little luxuries that most of them
are Unas omed to and the occasional hardships
the service demands Erelong the boys will
return and then pity, O pity, the poor fish
stones! Even the most colossal will seelt to
tide its head in very shame in the presence of
the military stories.
Kot Single Fplcn, out by Battalions,
Besides the coke trouble, wbiob followed
cloe y on the crip siege, another and a greater
disturbance is threatened in the city.
A certain social club has waged war
en the Pittsburg newspapers. Think
of UT How very alarmlnj! Italy rnd Uncle
Sam are nowhere in the face of this declara
ble., of war, that will, wlihout doubt, rerolu
t irlzs the entire newspaper world.
Triuy 'rouble comes in twins and triplets,
an- m the mid-t of all this the housecleanlng
pe- oo has arrived. What a good idea it would
be I Lrn and housecleaning could be observed
ai t - same time, aud thus kill two birds with
ot e e one urelv there is self denial on all
s.ace auring housecleaning, and one can do
penance icd not half try.
The seon of papering and painting, carpet--cg
a- d oraplng is at us height and engrosses,
iirrch the attention of the society matrons of
be ho niies and suburbs as welL And the
gent enien. too, are victims unwilling ones
01 the b"Ue-ceaning fever, and may be seen
at a 1 times doing service as errand boys with a
I acted expression and a sample of wall paper,
thi one superinduced by the other, which to
target or lose would be sin Unpardonable. The
si-asjn. however, must be endured, and, though
te work is rapidly being reduced to a science
ly !i.i4f who make a Mudy and a business of
c -d ctlngtbe unpleasantness, yet enough of
u di'agrerablenes remains to make its ad
vent anttbing else but a signal for joy with the
average mortal
Getting Iteady for Christinas.
Christmas seems a long war off, but in reality
it will be upon us before we are ready lor it, in
s p.te of the resolutions made last winter that
preparations for the holiday should be com
coned immediately and carried on con
t --uous r throughout the entire year, together
w s 0 a giowing cash account for extras. Such
resolutions, though made with good intent, are
often frail; but a wealthy East End family has
s ived the cash part of the problem in a very
novel manner, 'they have introduced into their
home a "nirklein-tbe-slot-Elang-rnachine," and
every member of the family that is found guilty
of using aught but the palest of English is
Cnea at the rate of 5 cenU a w ord. The hostess
of the louse says it is wonderful with what
ve.oc ty the nickels rattle down into the machine
when tuey are all at home lor an evening, and
indulging in social converse. Krora the pater
taint las down to Master ilob no one is exempt,
and the general fund, which from present In
dications will be of immense proportions, will
oe uevoted to the purchase ot Christmas pres
ents next December.
Tue purchases of housekeepers since April 1,
m.hi be summed up in one worn sugar.
Tue sales of that article have been enormous,
6 the grocers say, and may result In even a
lower pru e for tne sweet, as the quantities
i d In bv the housekeepers will make the mar
u.ei dotinantl for some time to come. A Sixth
vcue grocer said: 'The ladies can't resist
t jc i eduction, and the only excuse they offer
for the purchase of such wholesale quantities
! It's so cheap.' Heall, "we have sold enough
ugar the pas: week to run the town for a years
it uouid seem, and preserve all the fruit in
'op s ate besides. Not only has Pittsburg
j..o in a siccV ot sweetness, but the entire
b te as well and the jams and jellies
-o marmalades of next summer will beat any
p evious sweetmeat record."
Getting Acquainted tVIth Oiie's-Solf.
Know thyself. That ancient admonition
b ds :alr to be realized in the near future, as
the c. n-munity at large seems to be engaged in
that m st fascinating (to some) of all studies
fe! ith phrenology and palmistry we shall
knou uot possibly as wo are known, nor so
flattering our tendeucies, bhortcomings and
v r!Ue and our futures. A recent addition to
1 tub rg is a lios.on phrenologist, whose
ii-i-C experience with the se-tlietic bumps of the
iat renders him especially competent to an
a yze the luuntains and valleys of tue head
& a ascribe to each its proper name, lie is
cedi ed with the power of correct delineation,
41.Q it is aul, is able to detect the least sign of
a cun-mendable bump, nd reduce the most ex
t erne ca'e of swelled head by discovering any
thing bxit desirable propensities in the possessor
oi said noad
The ie-rned man is constantly oocupled in
the aellght'ul. though sometimes dangerous,
pattiine ot teli.ug people of the evil that is in
them and EeircLiug for their virtues. Old age
and jouthalike consult him.
A Lady Responsible for This Fad.
Palmistry for sometime has been receiving
considerable attention from society ladies, anu
Is one or the most entertaining of fads, (sev
eral ladies in the ci'y, among them Sirs. Ida
Eiston, hare added greatly to their already
charming populanij, by becoming especially
sl led In the art of reading the hand Sirs.
Margaret Peckc, one of the celegates
at the recent Press Club Convention,
wa a turn be-ioer, and a close
-udnt of lulmhtrj. and among thoo who
nad the plea-ure ol meeting her wl lie in the
it her c:..huu uin was cootagious and has re-si-td
in almost an epidemic of palmistry.
i he oppt rtunities offered bv a knowledge or
tne ar are boundless, touch entrancing little
fiebun j can oe given the Lauds, such delight
ful bus of sentiment mar be indulged in ro
virtiy, a c sucu effective doatfl ot beneficial
sarcasm and iron; may be administered, with
now and then a bit of malice In homeopathic
form, w'jicu give' rest to the performance.
1'ui.r tne poismilitiea in the palmistry line
are gieat, aid make the art worthy of applica
tion and study fur social entertainment and
amusement alone, to sat nothing of tlio more
serious phase of the subjsct.
Kathleen HUbSET-WATSOK.
XS TEE tEAEKED CIECLE.
Events of Interest to Society Teople of the
Twin Cities.
Miss Oraco C daughter or John C and Mary
J Boyle, aud Mr. Harry it. Emmons were mar
ries by Iter. . A. Cunningham at Wilmerd
lag last Tuesday at 3 r. M. Mr. Matt Boyle
w-s groomsman and Miss Carrie Hojle was
undesmaid. The latter was assisted by the
ttcrs of the bride, the Misses Fannie and
ka'e. There were presont a largo number of
ends of the couple. After the ceremony a
i.cpt.on washeldaud general merry-making
uulgeu in until the bJU train arrived, which
took the soupg couple on a bridal lour to
u asiugton. I). C. On their return they will
ioc i.o t V iui jsburg. A large number of
,. resents wfre recened, among which was a
11 e silver t-et present! d by the emploics of the
brs room ol the WcstinghoLse Air Hiako
Works, where the groom is a trusted employe.
'IIssDaify Dalv, of Etst Urady street. But
.er, wasjojf illy Mirpri cl during the week by
a pillow l,p party, consisting f almut 2(1 well
kntn youug peoiile if Uutloi. Toerge's Or
chestra c.os)pani?d tne giy niaMiders, aud
d.nciug was the ordr of the erening. Tbx
.ne!t were 4iies B'rd, Ueineiuan, Till and
Lil Kiddle, Grace Prugb, Lou and Itet -Mur-r
n. bte.la tVick, Miunio Oumper, Cora and
Alary UiUon, Uussle Krug. Lottie Dale, Mary
Walker. Uaisr Barnes, MnryJ,AVagner,&tlioi
Misses Cronenwett and Messrs. Loyal aMcJun
lnn, Vincent McShane. Will Murrin, Roy
Christley. Herb bmith. Will Heineman. Will
Osborne, Thomas Greer, Edward Riddle, John
McMarlin. Frank Kohler, John A. Frank.
Aaron E. Reiber, Carl and Paul Cronenoretts,
James McKee, Martin Wagner and Mr. West.
Last Friday evening a committee of repre
sentative members of St. Peter's Pro-CathedraL
Allegheny, assembled at the residence of 0. G.
Dixon, Esq., on Sherman avenue, and on be
half of the congregation, presented their retir
ing pastor. Rev. J. W. O'Connell, with a hand
some gold-monnted purse, containing quite a
neat sum, as a token of their love and esteem.
Mr. Dixon made the presentation speech, and
Father O'Connell, after he had regained his
composure, responded. Bishop Phelan, in a
few words, tonchlngly allnded to the ardu
ous duties so ably discharged by Father
O'Connell in his ten j oars' connection with
the church, and was followed by Rev.
Father O'Shea and Mr. A. B. Kennedy,
who spoke in the tame strain. A delightful
repast was then served. The committee ap
pointed to servo for this occasion consisted of
the Misses Katie and Stella Callahan, Rose
Curran and Messrs. A. B. Kennedy, James
Cnrran, Patrick Gearing, abomai Curran,
Charles Eagan and C. G. Dixon. Father
O'Connell was also remembered by the mem
bers of the choir, who presented him with an
elegant bookcase and secretary- He assumes
his new charge to-day at Mt, Washington and
his successor has not been decided upon.
One of the delightful events of the week was
the birthday party tendered Miss May Hagan
at the residence of her sister, Mrs. V. H.
Wible. on Sheridan street, Millvale, Thursday
evening. The evening was spent in dancing
and other amusements. The Duquesne Or
chestra furnished the music for tbe occasion.
Amongthose presentwere tbe following: Misses
Lillian and .Mary Dorman, Ada Hagan, Anna
2Cewinan. Lulu Newman, Maggie Newman.
Lizzie Bradbury, Nellie Wade, Mary Ross and
Nettie O'Brien, and Messrs. Harry Anderson,
Harry Dixon. Edward Horrocks, John Hansen,
Bert Crick, R. C. Tesh, Edward Wible, Charles
Davis, John Reed. Ross Gardner, Elmer Sheets,
Elmer Parker, P. W. Hastings, P. W. Tesh,
P. G. Foggint, Allen Hagan aud Charles
Clouse.
It was a merry delegation of friends that
visited the residence of Mr. John H. Morrow on
Market street, Allegheny, last Monday even
ing. The object was to surprise that young gen
tleman, as it was his 20th birthday anniversary.
Music and games were enjoyed, and at 11 o'clock
tbe company was invited into tbe dining room,
where a choice collation was served. Among
the guests were tbe Misses Katie Light. Lulu
Mnller. Annie Dirkin, Emma Lewis, Nettio
Morekead. Gertie Moscrop, Belle McMunn and
Laura and Lizzie Morrow; Messrs. HarrvMul
ler, Harry Huff, Philip Whltmeyer, Robert
Metzger, Charles Puff. John Gregg, Samuel
Whltmeyer and Joe Metzger.
Monday evening Mr. and Mrs. L. P. Easton,
of the East End, were given a surprise party,
arranged by the Misses Rattigan and chap
eroned by Mesdames Myers and Rahe. The
evening was pleasantly spent in dancing and
an impromptu game of progressive euchre.
Supper was served about midnight. Among
the SJ couples present were the following young
society people: Misses Deers, Shaddock,
Fahnestock, Jordan. Mitchell. Le Roi. Robin
son. Rodcers, Retter, George. Easton. Turner,
Reuck, Krautb, and Messrs. Watt, Roderick,
Montgomery. Brown, Speer, Mendenhall, Hill,
Rent. Addy, Jackson.Pounds, Dieboldt, Reuck.
Cupples, Mosser, Robinson, McClure, Rahe and
Myers. v
Miss Moliie Brlllas, of Sheffield street, Alle
gheny, entertained her friends with a progres
sive whist party Wednesday evening. Those
presentwere the Misses Nellie Straussberger.
Llllie Zugsmith, Moliie Brlllas, Carrie Rosen
baum. Bertha Strauss, Elsie Rosenbanm, Carrie
Hirsh, Lilly Lehman, Bella Strauss, Elsie Ben
swanger. Minnie Affelder and Ida Ehr
mand, and Mesrs. H. W. Benedict. Ed.
Liiarus, Lin Affelder, Lee Isantbat, Henry
Wolff, William Goldstein, Alfred Cahen,
Morris Kanfmann, Hugo Baum, R. Jackson,
Julius Well and Abe Arnfeld.
The closing reception of the season held by
Miss Edna Bridge's dancing class at Cyclorama
parlors, Monday evening, was a brilliant suc
cess, and largely attended by about 65 couples,
Among those who attended werei Mr. and
Mrs. George Keller, of Sewickley; Miss C. M.
McClinton, Miss Snider, Misses McClarren,
Miss Biglev, Mrs. M. Holtsman, Misses Hum
mel, Misses McKee and Messrs. E. G. Hays, H.
Wiley. G. Bennett, H. Farren, Frank Willlson,
T. Courtney, Bert Langenbeim, W. P. Arm
strong, ana many otuert.
Friday evening, April 10, on of the most
charming events of tbe past week occurred at
the borne of Miss Laddie Linton on Atwood
street. Oakland. After dancing, refreshments
were served. Among those present were
Mies M. Linton, Lizz-e McKee. Bella Cope
land, Mary Fopelik, Liddie and Annie Folk,
Mr. John Billing, Dr. A. J. Boucek, Harry
Reno, J. Vilk and David Linton.
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hunneshagen celebrated
their silver wedding very pleasantly last
Wednesday evening at their residence, 67
Spring Garden avenue. A number of the city
officials, including Mayor Wyman, whose chief
clerk Mr. Hunneshagen is, were present, and
tbe evening was spent right merrily. Many
valuable presents were tendered the host and
hostess.
A delightful entertainment if promised for
next Thursday evening at Carry HalL Mr.
Leland T. Powers, the well-known elocutionist,
will appear in the play of "David Garrlck,"
taking in turn each of the characters of the
caste. Mr. Powers comes under the manage
ment of Prof. Byron W. King.
Invitations have been Issued for the wedding
of Mr. William C. McKlnley, Select Council
man, to Miss Dora, daughter of Mr. C. L.
Hilger. The event takes place at the bride's
home, 312 Main street, at 5 p. If., Tuesday. A
reception will be held from 7 to 8.
The second reception of the Elwood was held
at Brooks' Dancing Academy last Tuesday
evening, and the 40 couples who were fortunate
enough to be present enjoyed themselves
hugely. Tbe Original Royals furnished the in
spiration for dancing.
In tho "most popular actress" contest, that
closest a week ago in the New York Dramatic
2?ewt, Miss Olive Gates, of New York, was
first on tho list, closely followed br Miss Molly
Benchler, of Allegheny, who obtained second
nonors.
1 Thft Kchntiprt Mminjil Cltih will hft ntAr.
tained next Friday evening with a "musical
and hop" by Mr. Harry Armstrong, ot Jack's
Run. A choice programme has been prepared
and invitations Issued to members of the club
only.
Miss Mary McDermott and Mr. Harry Fox,
both of McKeesport, were married Friday
evening, by Rev. Father Nolan, in St. Peter's
Church, and started immediately on the begin
ning of a European wedding tour.
Mr. John'H. Kaur was delightfully surprised
on his Slst birthday whicn occurred last Thurs
day by bis numerous friends on tbe Soutbslde.
Dancing and a delicious luncheon were features
of the evening.
The concert given by the Columbus Chorus
Thursday evening, April 9, at Turner Hall,
Lawreuceville, for tbe benefit of St. Vincent
De Paul Society was a grand success.
Prof. S. S- Gressley. of tbe McKeesport Busi
ness College, and Miss Kate McQrew, of Mc
Keespoit, were married by Rev. Dr. William
Cadville, of Warren, O.
A private wedding at Wllkinsbnrg on last
Thursday resulted in Miss Ella J. Doedsbe.
coming Mrs. Bolivar A. Bauman. Rev. John
H. Prugh officiated.
Tho regular meetmg of tho Utopia Circle, C.
L. S. C, will be held to-morrow evening, April
13. at the residence of Miss Little, No. 05 Cliff
street, city.
Cards are oat for the marriage of Miss Annie
Earllng, of Allegheny, and Mr. Jacob Foster.
Tho ceremony will take place Tuesday morn
ing. The progressive euchre that was to have. been
held at the Linden club next Friday evening
has been postponed one week.
Mr. and Mrs. Gelberding, of Jackson street,
Allegheny, entertained a number ol Inands on
Thursday evening.
Hosts and Guests.
C. A. Balph and wife are f pending a few days
at Atlantic City.
Miss Jennie Mason, of tho East End, is visit
ing in New York.
Miss Hetty Boyle, ot Shadyslde, is visiting in
Loci: Haveu. Pa.
Mr. and ilrs. William Adamson have re
turned t their South liiclilaiid avenue borne
after a visit lu Chicago.
-Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Baxter, or Alder street,
Ka-t Enl. left Ujt rvomug for a trip through
Florida ana cubi.
FrJEKITUltri parked, stored and shipped.
Haugh & Keenajj, 33-31 Water street 8a
Sicilian Awnings
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The new Grand Army Day Committee
was orgauixed in Council Chamber yester
day afternoon. Comrade A. P. Barcbfleld,
of Bost 162, in a speech highly compli
mentary to Comrade Thomas G. Sample, of
Post 128, nominated the latter lor the chair
manship of the committee. Comrade Sample
was unanimously elected. The other officers
elected were: Vice Presidents, W. O. Russell,
of Post 15L and W. J. Patterson, of Post 167;
Secretary, H. H. Bengough; Assistant Secre
tary, A. C. Frank, ot Post 151; Treasurer, Ed
ward Abel, of Post 259.
Several important questions were decided.
It was unanimously voted to celebrate Grand
Army Day as it was celebrated last year at
Rock Point same manner, same place. Tues
day, August 18, was fixed upon as the date.
The Invitation from the comrades of Steuben
Yille to attend during the Department En
campment there on April 9 was accepted. The
number going from the different posts will be
ascertained and arrangements made for the
trip.
All the posts heard from desired their repre
sentatives on the committee to act for them in
regard to the Department Encampment, whion
will meet bere next February. Chairman
Sample will likely announce his sub-committees
before next Sunday.
Tbe following are members of the committee
tbtsvear: Post 3 John S. Lambie. Comman
der: W. II. Lambert, Edward Fisher.
Post 38 John Thomas, Commander; W. B,
Kroesen, C. F. Morgan.
Post 88 Samuel Scott. Commander; H. O. C.
Oehmler. W. H. Lockhart.
Post 117 George W. McCutcheon, Comman
der; L. S. Houghton.
Post 1J8 John M. Brown, Commander;
Thomas G. Sample, Fred Buecbler.
Post 155 James Lewis, Commander; O. R.
Sbepler, Tbomas R. Boss.
Post 151 A. C. Frank, Commander; W. O.
Russell. D. A. Jones.
Post 157 H. L. Hoburg. Commander; W. J.
Patterson, H. H. lien cough.
Post 162 R. C. Miller. Commander; A. P.
Bnrchfleld, J. W. Caldwell.
Post 1S1 R. W. Jones, Commander; W. L.
Madoe, Stewart St. Clair.
Post 206 Charles Gantz, Commander; John
W. Jenkins, E. T. Smith.
Post 207 James Atkinson, Commander; E.
W. Hutchinson, John Powelson.
Post 215 Lewis Mallassee. Commander;
Tbomas Fordlne, F. C. Dorrington.
Post 236 L. W. Smythe, Commander; John
W. Thomas, Tbomas G. Jones.
Post 259 Tbomas J. Hudson, Commander;
Edward Abel. O. M. Head.
The committee adjourned to meet at the
same time and place In two weeks.
The Twenty-Fifth Anniversary.
Tbe silver anniversary of tbe Grand Army of
the Republic was made a glorious affair in this
vicinity. At 8.30 r. M. Commander in Chief
Veazey's order on the celebration was read in
Old City Hall. Pittsburg, and in Carnegie
Music Hall, Allegheny. At tbe same time it
was being read at thousands of similar meet
ings throughout the country. Tbe celebrations
in Old Citv Hall and Carnegie Musio Hall were
notable affairs.
General A. L. Pearson presided at Old City
Hall. The mnsica numbers were well ren
dered. Comrade W. H. Lamber. of Post 3,
read the general order. General E. S. Os
born j, of Wilkesbarre, delivered an address on
The Grand Army of tbe Republic'' .Colonel
W. A. Herron spoke of "Our Friends at
Home." Comrade Frank E. Brownell paid a
high tribute to "The Young Men of '61.'' He
is Colonel Ellsworth's avenger. He made only
a modest mention of the murder of the Colonel
and the death of his slaver. Colonel W. D,
Moore spoke of "The Women of the War."
Tbe other speakers on the programme were
Rev. M. B. Kiddle on "The American Flag,"
and John S. Lambie on "The New Republic."
Comrade Thomas G. Sample, of Post 128, pre
sided at the Allegheny celebration. The ad
dress of tbe evening was made by Past Depart
ment Commander lboms J. Stewart. Those
who beard it pronounced it the finest they ever
listened to. For 45 minutes Comrade Stewart
held his audience spellbound. He took up the
war from beginning to end, gave graphic de
scriptions or battles and ot the final gre.at re
view, paid high tributes to the union generals,
more particu.arly to tbe distinguished soldiers
of Pennsylvania, and gave a kind word to the
prominent soldiers of Western Pennsylvania.
Comrade A. P. Burcbneld,of Post 162, read the
Commander in Chiefs general order. Comrade
Judge Collier delivered a fine address. Past
Department Commander Joseph F. Denniston
was on the programme for an address. The
musical part of the programme was excellent
and greatlv pleased tbe large audience.
Colonel R. G. Shaw Post No. 206 celebrated
tho twenty-fifth anniversary in its new bail on
Monday evening. Tbe colored comrades turned
out in good numbers in honor of the evtnt.
8omo very interesting addresses were made by
the comrades. A number of the comrades'
wives and friends were present. The exercises
of the evening were very entertaining.
An interesting celebration was that of Colonel
Ellsworth Post No. 209, of Scottdale. A pleas
ant programme was prepared and enjoyed by a
large audience. Among tbe speakers was
Comrade S. C. Stevenson, who delivered a
stirring address.
Major Denulston'g Reward.
Past Department Commander Joseph F.
Deuniston's efforts on behalf of the Department
v HI In a measure be rewarded before long. A
resolution was adopted by the Department En
campment at Alloona, "That a committee of
five be appointed by the incoming Department
Commander to procure and present a fitting
testimonial to the retiring Department Com
mander, Joseph F, Denniston."
In compliance therewith the following com
rades have been appointed for that purpose:
William McClelland, Post 259, Pittsburg; A. P.
Burchfield, Post 162. Allegheny: Thomas G,
Samnle. Post 123, Allegheny; W. Hayes Grier,
Post 118. Columbia; H. G. Williams Post 8.
Philadelphia. This committee will be called
together as soon as tbe chairman. Comrade Mc
Clelland, gets through with his duties in the
coke recum as Adjutant, General of the State.
The Encampment also adopted the follow
ing: Resolved, That a committee of fivo be
appointed to draft resolutions recognizing the
services of Assistant Quarortuaster General
H. G. Williams during the past eight years.
The followiog comrades have been appointed:
H. H. Bengough, Post 157, Pittsburg: Frank
B. Kinneard, Post 8, Harrisburg; Austin
Cnrtln, P. D. C, Milesburg; David H. McClure,
Post 71, Philadelphia; Eli G. Sellers. Post 8,
Philadelphia.
Seventh Birthday of the TJ. V. L.
The seventh anniversary of the Union Veter
an Legion and the twenty-sixth of the surren
der of Lee, were celebrated by Encampment
No. L at Turner Hall, with great success on
Thursday evening. The large hall. was filled.
General A. L. Pearson, who helped to organize
the order, acted as chairman. He gave a short
history of the surrender of Lee. Tho last flag
surrendered by the Confederate General was
bnng on tho stage and attracted much atten
tion. Judge Collier delivered tbe address ot
welcome. National Commander Miller, of
Philadelphia, responded.
Captain A. B. Hay spoke of "Tbe Union
Veteran Legion." General Samuel Hodkin
son. of Ohio, Senior Vice Commander, gave bis
recollections of the war. Judge J. Ii Single
delivered a short iildrcss on tbo "New South."
L R. Balsley, of Uninntown, spoko of tbe "Boy
Soldier." ihe musical numbers on the pro
gramme were all very good. After tbe enter
tainment the national officers and invited
guests adj urned to the banquet hall, where a
pleasant time was spent about the festive
board.
Post ISS's Camp Fire.
Tbe reception and camp fire of Post 155 on
Friday eveningin the new room in Maenner
chor Hall was a success in every way. Eloquent
addresses were made by Commander John S.
Lambio, of Post 3; Commander Scott, of Post
8S: National Aide de Camp O.M. Head.of Post
259; Comraae Howard Morton and other com
rades. Prolesur Andrew Eugie creat-d a s-n-s.illon
bv marching hU baud of Z0 pieOes
llitouith the pom room, pliylng a patriotic air.
During the evening Mrs. Abbie Lynch
N.u oual Sbcretarr ol the Women's Relief
Corps preseniel a beautltul flaz to the Maen
nerchor Hall Association in a happy oddress,
which was responded to by Comrade Soma for
tbe association,- A pleasant surprise of tho
renlnir was the adontion of Miss Edith Smith-
SOS and Mrs. Dr. Potts s as brSTet-memberSioC
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PITTSBURG- DISPATOH,
Post 165, Pror. Miles, with the post's choir
favo some fine selections. Solos were sung by
Irs. Potts and Prof. Miles. Miss Smlthson
gave some excellent recitations, whioh were
well recelrsd by the large audience.
An Impromptu Programme.
Tift open meeting on Friday of Colonel W.
H. Moody Circle No. 62, Ladles of the G. A. R.,
on Mt. Washington, was a success in spite of
the unfavorable weather ot tbe evening. The
programma was made up on the spot, owing to
tho impossibility of some of the promised per
formers to attend, but it was Interesting and
pleasing to all who were present. Including
delegations from Post 165, Post 8 and
others of tho G. A. R.S Ladies of the
various circles of the city and suburbs
and representatives of Sons of Veterans
camps, numbering about 200 altogetber. Tbe
programme commenced with prayer; tbe
singing of "America;" address by the Presi
dent, Mrs. Montreviile; Mrs. C. V. Sheriff, of
Allegheny, Past Department President, on the
progress of tbe order; instrumental duet, mas
ter and Miss -Leach: war reminiscences by
Comrade Wilson, of Post 165: spread of the
order. Department Senior Vice President
Mrs. Sailie E. Lfnhart; musical medley,
Harry Speer, Ebbert Bates and Sam
uel Hlbbs; the Sons of Veterans, W. R.
Patterson, of Davis Star Camp; "Recollections
ot Boston," Mrs. Emma Snead, of Allegheny;
"Words of Cheer,"MesdamesGoldman,Corbley
and Jones, Circle Presidents: "The Irishman's
Choice." sung by Comrade Taylor, of Post S;
"The Old Virginia Lowlands," Comrade Clouse,
of Post 155. A pleasant social greeting, accom
panied by refreshments, closed a most delight
ful evening Indoors, and the duties as hostesses
of the ladles of Circle No, 52.
Addresses Wanted.
In general orders'No. S Department Com
mander Boyer publishes a request for the ad
dresses of tbe following:
Charles Hatbnway, Company K, Twenty-fifth
Pennsylvania Volunteers, who was a nurse in
Hotel Hospital at Winchester in I860, by J. R.
Thomas, Adjutant Post No. 139, Scranton, Pa.
Any member of Company A, Third Pennsyl
vania Artillery, who knew Henry Wetter (who
was killed In action at Plvmoutb, N. C), by his
father. Henry Wetter, 820 Bnttonwood street,
Philadelphia.
Any member of the Seventh Michigan Cav
alry who knew William B. Jackson, Company
L, of same regiment, by George T. Jackson, 17
N. Eighth street, Philadelphia.
Benjamin Wilcox, Company I, Eighty-eighth
Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers, by A. K.
LAng, via .noore street, .rnuaaeipuia.
Any member of Company C, Two Hundred
and Tenth Pennsylvania Volunteers, who knew
Joseph B Bradley, of said company, by Mrs.
Bradley, 820 N. Eleventh street.
' John Hank, seaman United States steam,
ship J. P. Jackson, Mississippi river, 1862, by
tbe Adjutant Naval Post No. 400, Eighth and
Vine streets, Philadelphia,
John N. Balkeld, of Company B, One Hun
dred and Forty-seventh Pennsylvania Volun
teers, by William D. Griggs, Three Rivers,
Mich.
Notes From the Front.
Tbe arrangements for Memorial Day are
progressing.
Comrade O. A. JottssoK, Twelfth Illinois,
was in 62 nattles.
John Smith was mustered Into Post 161 last
Tuesday evening.
Loins shook was mustered into Post 238 at
the meeting Friday night.
A nujibkh ot the comrades from Post 15S
are still down with the grip.
Coxbasb X. S. P.ees, Adjutant ot Post 167,
has been laid up the past week.
Commander James Lewis, ot Post 165, says
he will be tbe last to get the grip.
A camp of Daughters of Veterans is one of
the attractions of Minneapolis, Minn.
Air officer ot Post 41 reports that there are a
dozens applications pending for admission to
the post.
Comrade Bpkeb, ot Post 155, is going
around on crutches. He will soon be able to
be on duty.
The rehearsals of "The Little Recruit," to
be given by Post 151, were commenced last
Friday evening.
Eioht comrades were reported sick at last
Wednesday night's meeting of Ppst 41, prin
cipally cases of grip.
comrades James Quxcr and Dr. W. R.
Phillips, of Post 165, who have been on the sick
list, are able to be out again.
Comrade Pension aoent Bekooooh was
In Washington, D. C, last week ln'consultation
with Pension Bureau officials.
Martin Schexck, Eighth Wisconsin, who
died recently at La Crosse, Wis., was in 85
battles and marched 11,000 miles.
Post 155 is making arrangements for an en
tertainment In tbe first part of July. It will be
given in Maennerchor Hall, Mt. Washington.
CottBADE C&ARLK8 HOLTLAKD, Adj utant
of Post 162, who has been sick nearly three
weeks. Is convalescent. He was able to take a
walk on Thursday.
Tbe Detroit Club of Post 151 held a meeting
last Tuesday evening. The prospect! for a
large attendance at the National Ecoampment
from the post are very good.
Women's Relief Corps No: 22, auxiliary
to Post 236, is flourishing. Three more candi
dates were initiated last Wednesday evening.
Tbe ladles of the corps are hard workers.
The Detroit Association of Post 157 Is fl our
ishlng. A large number will attend tbe Detroit
encampment. A meeting of the Executive
Committee will be held at tbe house of Com
mander H. L. Hoburg next Wednesday even
ing. At Post SSb meeting last Tuesday evening.
Comrade Wbeelock, of the Department of
Iowa, was present. He is In the revenue
servioe in bis State. He gave tbe comrades of
Post 83 an interesting description of life in the
South.
The death of Kussell Errett last week was
mourned greatly by tbe comrades of Post S3,
of which be was a member for severil years.
Four comrades of the post were pallbearers.
Tbey were Comrades Stone, Graham, Lock
hart and Stewart.
Geabt Circle No. 7, Ladles of the G.A.R.,
auxiliary to Post 230, is aflllcted with much
sickness. At last week's meeting ten members
were reported sick, and at the previous seven
were reported. The circle has two candidates
to initiate at tho next meeting.
An elegant frame now surrounds the section
of the Cyclorama of the Battle of Gettysburg
secured by Post 155. The picture represents a
battery going into action. It is 12 by 18 feet.
Hung up in the new hall on Southern avenue,
It adds greatly to the fine appearance.
A Pleasant Surprise Party.
One of the most enjoyable surprise parties of
the season was held at the residence of Mr.
Frank Weaver, No. 918 Wylie avenue, Thurs
day evening, April 9, which was a success in
every particular. At about 8:30 o'clock the
guests filed In, and to say that he was sur
prised Is simply putting it mild. After he bad
recovered, bowever.be proceeded to make it
pleasant for all present. Euchre and games of
various kinds were indulged in until 11 o'clock,
when an elegant repast was partaken of, after
which they tripped the light fantastic until the
wee small hours. Tbe music was furnished
by tbe Ulmer Orchestra. During tho evening
some very fine selections were rendered by the
Silver City Quartet, which were highly appre
ciated. Among those present were: Mr. and
Mrs. J. F. Roser, Mr. and Mrs. B O. Taylor.the
Misses Blanche Weaver, Sadie Robinson,
Annie Elwell, Emma Wilson, Lizzie Robinson,
llattie Bruner, Ella Klein. Lilly Bruner, Mary
Ko5er, and Messrs. Louis Klein, Guy Jones,
Louis Junes, John Weaver, Clarence Howell,
Cam Beifore, Will Hutchinson, Albert Klein,
Guy Hutchinson, Dan Jenkins. James Hack
ett, John Jones, Charles Hutchinson, Albert
Sykes and many others.
Latest importation of French millinery,
new styles, received every week. Also a
fine selection of beautiful designs of my own
at moderate prices. If ew ideas in mourning
millinery. E. Dbeyeb,
xtsu 644 Peon avenue.
1 1
ARTISTIC EFFECTS IN
Fine Flowers
And plant decorations. Novelties for
luncheon, dinner and german favors. Loose
bunches to carry and corsage bouquets a
specialty. N. Pattebsok,
Su 41, Sixth avenue, opposite Trinity.
Laco Cartalns. Lace Curtains.
Bead our prices in another column.
J. H. Kunkel & Bso.
Jimp Awnings
At Mamaux & Son's, C39 Penn avenue.
Physicians recommend Pilsner beer as
11 btrengtiiener ft r tbe grip. Telephone
11SS, Iron City Brewing Compuuy.
Palmetto Awnings
At Mamaux & Sou's, 639 Pen 11 avenue.
HotJSEHOIiD goods psckediand jshipp'jd.l
rs iMiifaAUBaci jx..haj, oocty aier street; so.'
SUNDAY, APRIL 13,
wfe
For the third or fourth time in the history
of the Pittsburg publio schools the effort to
introduce free text books has been defeated.
A meeting of the Committee on Text Books
of the Central Board of Education was held
yesterday at 3:30 p. it. to consider tbe resolution
adopted by the Central Board of Education
that the above committee consider the advisa
bility of Introducing free books and report at
tbe next general meetkig.
Messrs. Kearns, Horgan. Swentzel, Trosb,
Weimar and Berger were present. Dr. Kearns
was Chairman. Secretary Reisfar read the
report of Superintendent Lackey, in which,
at the last meeting of the Central Board,
he gave reasons whv he was in favor ot free
text books here. Dr. Swentzel inquired If
there was enough money in the treasury to
carry out the plan. Superintendent Luckey
stated that in order to avoid a big burden all
at on!e, slates and first readers sbonld be sup
plied to the pupils of the primary grade to be
gin with. The estimated cost to do this would
be 31,900. At tbe end of the year there was ex
pected to be about S2.000 in the school treasury.
He gave a summary of tbe list of books that
would bo required for tbe pupils of all grades.
Mr. Berger was of tbe opinion that as every
board has the power to supply books to Indi
gent children there was no reason why chil
dren should be kept ont of schools because
tbey were too poor to buy books.
Superintendent Luckey said that many
parents were too prond to let the world know
of tbeir poverty and would not ask a school
board for books, preferring to keep their
children at home, and in nine cases out of ten
the pupils wbo are supplied with books by the
School Board are the very ones who do not
need them. He thought by giving pupils free
text books to the primary grades children
would be gathered In and given an education,
which is the object of the school system.
Dr. Swentzel proposed a resolution. that after
September. 1&91. slates and first readers be
given free to the pupils of tbe primary grades,
but his resolution was not seconded. Dr.
Kearns stated they had an important matter
to study bearing on taxation and
the advancement or otherwise of the
publio schools and tbe question should
be discussed freely. Tbe first thing to be de
cided was whetber the resolution in general be
recommended favotably or negatively to the
Central Board of Education. Mr. Berger
favored a negative report. This was seconded
by Mr. Weimar.
Mr. Horgan then said he was well aware that
people did not like the world to know of their
poverty, and would not ask for books. Free
text books wonld be an increased taxation, and
he thought the pupils would be more negligent
abont tbeir books, but they ought to be eulded .
by the advice of the Superintendent of Schools.
But as many people were too proud to let tbe
world know they were living on the taxation of
other people, he was willing to vote for free
text books.
According to the statement of Superintend
ent Luckey ex-Superintendent of Public In
struction Wickersham, now dead, bad stated
before the Legislative Committee that in Lan
caster tho cost for each pupil for five years for
free text boks did not exceed 40 cents a year
Instead of S2 as formerly. This wonld be a
great saving to tbe taxpayer. Mr. Luckey said
the time must come when free text books
would be the rule. He said the adoption wonld.
save the citizens of Pittsburg from ?S0,000to
JOT 000.
Mr. Berger said that free text books would
cause the spread of disease In the schools. Dr.
Kearns then made a speech, saying he was op
posed to free text books from a sani
tary point of view. He held that tbe
transfer of books from ' one pupil to
another wonld be exceedingly dangerous In
that these books might hold the Incipient
germs of diphtheria and scarletfever, absorbed
from pupils who handled the books. The
health of the child was more to him than the
education, and as a physician he would never
agree to tbe adoption of free text books.
Superintendent Lackey answered that tbe
doctor was right in theory, but wrong In prac
tice, and pointed to other cities and to Pitts
burg schools, tbe Sterret and the Thirty-second
wara, in support of his argument that there Is
no danger ot disease in free text books. The
oommittee finally decided to report to the Cen
tral Board negatively the resolution forvfree
text books, by vote ot 6 to 1, Dr. Swentzel be
ing tbe only one in favor of the project. Tbe
Central Board will taks up the question on
Tuesday evening.
The committee recommended the same books
for the ward school as used last year, bnt rec
ommended the adoption of tbe following as
books to be used for tbe bigh school: Flsk's
"Book on Civil Government," instead of Town
send's, and "Schulz's Practical Physics;" also,
that "Sally's Phychology" be taken from the
course, as beyond the scope of the pupils.
The Paris Medals Arrive.
Superintendent Luckey felt very proua yes
terday, for the long-expected Paris medals
which the Pittsburg schools were awarded for
its education display at tbe Paris Exposition of
1KS9, arrived, after a notice of two years. They
came, unheralded, by express. There are two
large bronzo medals, one awarded for primary,
the other for grammar work. A few days ago
two diplomas, which are now being framed,
also arrived from Paris. When Superintendent
Luckey was asked where tbe "honors" were to
be placed for safekeeping, he replied, "Ob, in
the archives," which, however, at present will
be in the saM at the Central Board rooms,
where the medal awaided by the Philadelphia
Centennial reposes.
Schoolroom Gossip.
Os Friday evening Miss Stein was elected to
a position in the Hlland School, vice Miss
Bauersmith, resigned.
Miss Kizz ie Moore, of tbe Luckey schools,
is progressing rapidly to tbe return of good
health, after a sickness of two months.
A SEW room will be opened in the Bloomfield
School building next Tuesday morning. This
part of the Howard district Is building up very
rapidly. Miss Gledhlll has been elected to take
charge of the new room.
Next Friday and Saturday evenings the
Allen school pupils give a grand entertainment
at Turner Hall. The proceeds will go toward
the expenses of tbe yearly picnic that is always
such a source of pleasure to school chlidreu.
prjPii-s from the Third. Fourth, Eleventh,
Twelfth, Fourteenth, Fifteenth, Sixteenth,
Twentieth and Twentv-first ward schools will
be in the 300-volce chorus which Prof, E. E.
Rinehart is now training to assist the Marine
At LATIMER'S
GREAT CARPET FIRE SALEI
Out- immoipa rutli'ipa r( C'ifnat-u Of! Plntne an A T inn-
Jeums at the recent fire sale of
r-M.a: M r 1. r 11:
x-iaiim s, jmew i uik, is selling iasu luu aic i-uiuiuiiy in
vited to inspect this stock. These" goods sold subject to
damage by water and smoke, but they are the greatest bar
gains we ever offered to the public. Buy now while assort
ment is great
T. M. LATIMER'S,
138 and 140 FEDERAL ST. 45 and' 46 SOUTH DIAMO ND
ru-
j?jtSHWti . iri
1891 .
Band concert tour at 01dlty Hall, on Batur.
day afternoon, May 2.
Mtts Julia De Arhit, of tho Howard
Bchool, has obtained a leave of absence owing
to ill-health. In all probability the will not re
turn to school this year. Miss Annie E.
Conrad, the well-known grammar teacher of
tbe Bobo School, will be absent from her duties
a month from illness superinduced by an at
tack of tbe grip.
Fr.OM 3 to 4 next Baturday afternoon the
graduating class of the publio cooking school
will exhibit a display of dainty cookery and re
ceive their diplomas. A very full class gradu
ates. The next class will enter April 19 and
comprise pupils from tbe Hlland, Homewood,
Lincoln, Wickersham, Riverside, Stevens, Ral
ston, Mr. Washington, Duquesne, Sterret and
Liberty Schools.
It the grip is on the decrease the attendance
ol the public schools is not bettered. Reports
from the majority of the schools show that the
attendance this week is worse than tbe week
preceding the Easter vacation. Tbe pupils of
the higher rooms are more affected than the
lower ones. Of the class of 19 of tbe Bloomfield
High School ten are out with illness. This
happening at a time when much studying is re
quired preparatory to the final examinations
will be a great drawback to the class.
NEW TOSH'S DEATH BATS.
Its Analysis Shows That Grip Was King
During Last Week.
New Yoke. April 11. The total number
of deaths in this city for the week ending at
noon to-day, was 1,216, as against 1,000 for
the preceding week. Eighty-three of these
were due to bronchitis, as against 60 last
week, and 229 to pneumonia, as against 224
last week.
The total mortality for the 24 hours ending
at noon was 174. including22 cases where grip
was the contributing cause of death. One
hundred and eight persons died from the
grip in conjunction with other maladies, as
against 40 last week.
Charity and Pleasure.
A farce comedy, entitled "A Glimpse of
Paradise," will be given for the benefit of
the Church Home by tbe Tuesday Night
Club at the Pittsburg Club Theater on the
evenine of Thursday, April 16. This is
tbe same play that was so successfully ren
dered at the last entertainment of the club.
It is expected that the many friends of tbe
players, the club and the Church Home will
show their interest by a large attendance.
Tickets will be for sale at Mr. H. G. Hale's
aud at the Women's Exchange.
Building and Loan Association. Inter
State,
April series now open. Shares f 100 each,
payable in installments df 60 eents per
month) dividends declared semi-annually.
Last year's dividends exceeded 18 per cent.
Stockholders can withdraw at any time and
receive interest up to time of withdrawal.
Cost to borrower, 7 per cent. Borrower also
gets dividends on his own stock. Paid up
stock drawing 6 and 8 per cent interest sold
that can be withdrawn on demand and inter
est paid up to time of withdrawal.
For information' call or write to Inter
State Building and Loan Association, Boom
603 Penn building, Pittsburg, Pa.
Physicians recommend Pilsner beer as
a strengthener after tbe grip. Telephone
1186, Iron City Brewing Company.
Housecleaning
Is only thoroughly done when the walls are
repapered. All grades of wall paper at
John S. Roberts', 414 Wood street.
Hanover Awnings
At Mamaux 8c Son's, 539 Penn avenue.
Will bny a good see
ond-hand Sewing
Machine at
THE
Domestic Office
Mo. 8 Sixth Bt.
E. R. BROOKS
AGENT
Domestics Sewing Machine and
Domestic Patterns.
no9-22-3EOSU
GRAND CLEARANCE SALE
-OF-
SEWING MACHINES,
Commencing MONDAY, April 18. sample
machines, office worn and only slightly used,
AWAY BELOW COBT. The chance of a life
time to secure a sewing machine AS GOOD AS
NEW at almost your own price.
We do not fix up second-hand machines and
palm them off on onr customers for new ones ,
but sell tbem for just what tbey are, so if yon
want a good, first-class sewing machine at
LESS THAN HALF THE REGULAR PRICE
don't fall to take advantage of this special sale
at tbe
WHITE SEWING MACHINE ROOMS,
12 SIXTH STREET. apl2-3i
the-great wholesale house or
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tr'iAt'l
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NEW ADVERTTSEMESTa.
Test it Yourself.
Cleveland's Baking Powder is perfectly jbure. The same
' claim is made for powders adulterated with am
monia and alum, but you can settle the question
yourself. " Boil a teaspoonful of the baking powder
in a teaspoonful of water ; if adulterated the smell
Test it
for
Purity.
of ammonia an be detected in the steam."
. Cleveland's Baking Powder is the strongest. It is the
f ?' wost effective and economical. Try it. A tea-
for , spoonful of Cleveland's will do more and better
Strength. worjj tjjan a heaping teaspoonful of other powders.
Food made 'with Cleveland 's keeps moist and fresh for
Test it jaySi but if made with others soon dries out and
h becomes "husky." Cleveland's leavens evenly,
Results. making fine grained, delicately fibred breads and
cakes, results produced by no other leavening agent,
Cleveland's Baking Powder
Stands all Tests.
LAIRD'S SHOE STORES
Doing more business than all the other Shoe
Stores combined.
THOUSANDS OF PAIRS SELLING DAILY.
GREAT BARGAIN PRICES
Odr 100 Employes at Your Disposal.
Polite and Capable Sales People. Ample Seating Capacity
Perfect Satisfaction Assured.
LAIRD'S FIRE SALE
Thousands of pairs yet to close.
ENTIRE STOCK MUST GO. OUR FINE WOOD
ST. STORE WALLS ARE STILL DAMP,
And many fine Shoes and Slippers that we thought perfectly
safe after the fire have absorbed dampness from walls and
.show tendency to
MILDEW OR BLUE MOULD
And can't be held over. Otherwise they are as good as ever
and warranted satisfactory. Can exchange.
LAIRD'S MAMMOTH STORE,
406, 408, 410 Market Street.
SPECIAL HALF-PRICE SALE.
OVER 3,000 PAIRS
Fine Shoes & Slippers
Will sell this week regardless of value.
See our Bargain Tables:
MEN'S SHOES' HALF PRICE !
LADIES' SHOES HALF PRICE !
BOYS' SHOES HALF PRICE!
GIRLS' SHOES HALF PRICE1
LAIRD'S MARKET STREET STORES.
Special 6-Day Half-Price Sale.
Large and complete force of polite and competent shoe
salesmen and salesladies for this special occasion. All will
be served promptly and with satisfaction.
W. M. LAIRD,
XiE-iDinsra- shoe stoees,
406,408,410 I Bargains -f 433 WOOD ST.
MARKET STREET j Both Stores I FIRE SALE.
Wholesale House,
ARTIST AND pnOTOORAPHEB,
18 BIX.TH 8TEEET.
ClDlnets, K to H per
dozen.' Telephone, 1751.
Cabinets, S2 to $4 per dozen; petltes. flper
riwwwuM
M-orril
515 Wood Street
arl2-jnrrso
GUNSUftlPTfON.
HroeipositfTeTeaedy forthsabored'SUMstsTlt
ceo thottsuds of casoe of tie orstkindiadof Ion
standing have been cured. Iadeod to strong i my futa
biteefacur, that I will send TROBOTTIX3nzz.wU&
B VALUABLE TKKATISE on tnla disease to unl. .
ferwhoirillsadrottelTElprenndP.O.adir, '
X. A. Slocma. BC C 181 Pearl St N.TT.
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