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THE DAILY PIGAYXJNE NEW ORLEANS, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28, 1900. 3, -I iSTJUS STILL GLORIOUS, jittw jrf the South Muttering Dhtribmt. 'a Schools and in f. Orphaa AbjItxthi -1 'a Witlt Tata Rati aet tha Sdiee the SUr of -'v -V" la the season Pugh, the first resident of the Louisiana State Dl- United Daughters of the Confed--. artlng'llCUne absence Aot the directed notices to.

be sent to chapters requesting them to irfboto to a Christinas treat to the bid rtss at Camp Mcbolla. Dec. 27 was the and" for daya previous had been arriving, from chapters ririoos iparts of Early jay morn In Mrs. Vaught, chair-, of the relief committee. Louisiana iion.

"-was on hand, followed by the seas members of the" New Orleans tert who had been detailed to repre-t absent chapters n- serving the dln-r They were ably assisted by Cap-i Anbertln, and all' the old soldiers could crowded Into, the room where ood things being unpacked, -le Hrrt box to arrlTe was from the 'rriae It. J. Hancock Chapter, of Ben-Turkeys, ham, cakes, preserves i tooacco formed the contents of this i man other boxes. Besides the "box, jt. Hancock Chapter sent money, i the dinner an Interested and nlr tooched observer was Mr.

Pierce of Benton, whose sister, the jMited Miss Mattle. was an active ufcer of the chapter. Sir. Onea! and distributed a large quantity nn tobacco and cigars. It is hi eiiilon to place a bed In the new Injury in memory of hla sweet sister, -j.

tfoisblanc represented this chancer, was ably assisted by her dahgnter 4 Hiss Uuyot. Kate Cabel Carrie Chapter, of prieonvlUe. sent two large boxes and uia of money, which was expended In trials for a delicious oyster soup. -orevesort's boxes contained all the cycles Imaginable. je Kate Beard, of Mansfield, a newly-nlxed chapter, was abix represented Mis.

Stewart. B. E. Xee Chapter box, from Lake iriei. contained many good things, McLellan and Mrs.

Mackle saw to It it all were duly distributed. nna WaddlU Chapter, of Baton sre, sent a very large consignment of ccs, Miss Eastma represent! g. "be Edward Sparrow Chapter, of Lake ridenec. sent a -goodly tarn of money ibs used In purciiase of fruit for the tit. This is also a new chapter.

Mrs. who assisted in Its formation, ten hand to speak for It. -Mrs. G. H.

inor assisting. in. president of the Jfew ttas Chapter, came with several mem- asa tne ew Orleans kx was well i and aulcklT erootied. Miss Eaat- president of the Ichl Dien Circle, who 11 ret started the care of the mary, and through whom the chap-i work, was present, lie tables were promptly served, de- miy Daaea ana ootiea nam, pickiei. rres and cake In abundance placed itm.

Ctgars and tobacco were served tch man. The beautiful banner of uontsiana Division, United Daughters ie the end of ri- enoroox. intro- by presi- of the Louisiana State Division, was i upon to. ask a blessing, which he briefly and felicitously. At the close repast.

Mrs. J. Plnckney Smith i i tittle poem composed by Miss ttr, granddaughter of General Edw. mf, member of congress from Loulsl-t for. the Confederate States.

Mr. LeUan, Mr. Ward. CapUln Walshe, wril Lombard and Mr. McChesney, the of managers, were present, wnl Lombard thanked -the- ladies -In same of the veterans, who cheered Daughters of the Confederacy.

Tit chairman reported one box which i name with it save the address Jlen' Borne, so Mrs. Vaught Is unable credit to the After aer there was a call for music, and 5 of the ladies played "The Bonnie Flag' and other old airs on tho piano, to the great enjoyment i th veterans. Tiers were sufficient good 'thing sent laralsh several more good meal J. and old gentlemen will be pleasantly re-aaed of their good friends, for some a to come: Aawng those present were: Misses tie. Lorabrano.

Miss i Tebanlt, Miss aor Tbonrpaon. Mixnes Mrs: pt. Mrs. Tebault. Mrs Cook, besides detailed to represent the absen reported to the board that M.

'neL manager of the French Opera, Placed, at -the disposal of the home 'or MCn unday performance, the old- gentlemen may, in turn, this great pleasure. The board i e-veterans extend their thanks for renerenw contribution to their enter-t-j The board of managers, with Pincknejr Smith. Miss Eastmkn. Mrs. UlUn and.Mrs.

Vaught. were Invited Prtake of the dinner, and praised the cBf of kind Nellie and her assisUnts department. For the those interested It may that the though simple, THE Omer'Sonp. Crackers- Boiled eet Potatoes. Corn 1 and Tomatoes Stewed.

Bread. Pickles. Preserves. TRIJflTY- CHAPEI. I'.

Vmmml Enjoyable Svaday HA? s1 PestlTl. TU5 chaPl was crowded, to Its full last-alght with happy children tbelr teachers The ocn tl annual Cnrlstma Sunday '7 and tree. Trinity-chapel -JMJ school is one of the" most city. It has over 150 puplU. the, interest taken by phplla and may -be estimated when It la ere Were 7 more than fttty distributed- among the pupils 8A toT excellence.

The rector Bake well: the superln-HeTy Ludenbelmer, and his" Artnur R- lunn, have built up In. iJ' credit to the parish, last niglit was most aurch was beautifully "4 iLk 1ih tn ai a center- chancel. The tree was inag- ffeat spruee, towering to the 14 with, decorations of the Z. "Iitf beauty, lighted by lxnn-'iji and Its brilliance en-j-ri I c.Lclnm -Hint etrects. Norton jrPfMided -at ttie The wlth a procession.

of the nd each i banner before, ft. tbe' Procession circled the the banners in i m. entire service was '-h Christmas carols. In tw nregatlon Joined with a 4'tir Wllt i 1 ri.TJoUr prayer- a-spe- rabRS8LT reading serrYce was hid. Birth of Peace." 1 5.rT,na' oBt presents "th''55rlrtto'- medals for excel-r ThU.

took a tS -'SSS the happr talk of LiSS Inging. and general nd the benedic-' too soon. 5WG8UBT house. CLVBS' 1TelF Frleada Drl Merrr Week. i CIuD' oi ta Klngsley 1 nt.tt,ementv entertained lPLltm rriena Klngsley -tmi f-If11- the Tegular thS th club.

For six aPlS2 B.ett nourishing under I membel1 social settlement, to 2ft JrheTare young men et of age. and. last 'Mnnfllae4 oung ladles. rntstef of ChHst- i a rnai-lc lantern exhibition, g-nests preent Haiye Been Sent Oar Sidler In -Vif nyi vi Fifty tons of candy hare been sent to the soldiers la, the PWUppIne IsUnds by: the commissary department of the army during the last three months, and large- amounts to the soldiers In Cuba and Porto 1. I This 1 done upon advice of the medical officers of the- army, because-tt- Is a physiological fact that, a moderate consumption of confectionery promotes health and satisfies a i natural craTlng of stomach.

'H: Candy was never to the United army; before, although It has been commonly used as a ration by the French, and British troops In the troolcs. v. This explodes another old-faahloned theory that sweets were injurious to the digestive while a moderate use of sweets' Is actually beneficial. Very few things are Injurious, and the food 'cranks who advocate the. use of a few grains and vegetables and decry the use of sweets and meats are in error, as a wholesome variety of meat, and -vegetable food Is absolutely necessary for the maintenance of the highest condition of health.

The best, rule- to follow Is to eat what the appetite crares, end If there Is any discomfort or trouble In digesting meat and sweets, the difficulty can be readily overcome by the regtrtar useafrer meals of some safe digestPre-composed of pepsin -and diastase which will assist the stomach by Increasing the flow of gastric Juice, and furnish the natural peptone lacking in weak stomachs, The best preparation of this kind Is probably Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets, which may be found at all drug stores. Years of use have demonstrated the value and effectiveness of Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets in all cases of Impaired digestion. were Dr. Beverley Warner and Mr." Blanc Monroe. Mr.

Monroe assisting In the magic lantern manipulation. The entertainment was highly appreciated by all wtoo were fortunate enough to gain admission. will -be an entertain-; ment each night this week, under the auspices of tne different clubs having headquarters at Klngsley House. LOUISIANA AVESCB M. E.

CHURCH Saadar Sehoel Estertaised la Ex eellent The pupils of tho Sunday school enjoyed a celebration last night In the school -building adjoining the church, and the entertainment was witnessed by the parents and by many friends of the Mr. W. B. Thompson, superln, tendent of the Sunday school, delivered an address of welcome. Rev.

R. H. Wynne, pastor, offered the opening-prayer, and then, under the direction of Miss 'Ella Crebbins, Miss Mattle Ah reus. Miss Alice Keith snd Miss Isabella Crebbins. the children sang and acted a Christmas cantata.

entitled. "Santa Claus' Mistake, or a Bundle of Sticks." The following were in the east: Misses Eleanor Thomson, Charlotte Zetzman, Winnie Kief Carrie Keith and. Master Leon Elide. Miss Bessie Thomson was the organist during the entertainment. At the conclusion of tbe cantata there was a beautiful distribution of Christmas gifts to the children by Mr.

Eugene Woods, Impersonating Santa Claus. Mlss Violet Smith, organist of the church." was presented with a very handsome desk, with mirror and bookcase Messrs. Anthony Wilson, Alex Crebbins and Warren Woodvllle were the committee of reception. ST. JOHN'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH.

Carols Precede tne Dlstrtbntlom of "Many Presents. The exercises la commemoration of the Chrlstmastlde rook place last night In the church at the corner of Annunciation and Third streets. The programme was as follows: Carol, L-VSlng Aloud, With Joyous Lord's prayer; carol, "The Promised responsive reading; carol, "Hark, to ne Silvery creed and collects; carol, "Wake the Song of address by Rev. A. J.

Tardy, rector; offertory; carol, "See the Light." The ladles in charge of the Snnday chooi distributed smong the children a large number of presents from the Christmas tree, which, was donated by Miss Sa ill Banner. The entertainment was planned by Mr. John Curlett, the organist of the church: Mrs. J. T.

Curlett and Miss Evle Leinmer," and was carried' out with the. assistance of Mr. John Thomas Hall superintendent, assisted by Mr. Thomas Dunn and the teachers. Misses M.

Cart-rirht, Mary Braselman, Edna Bbody, May Mitchell, May Livingston, and "Ella Leb-lletner. Benedict Ion by Bey. A. J. Tardy, and a carol.

"From Far in the East." by the children, concluded the -very event. In his address. Dr. Tardy; spoke in eloquent terms of that ever faithful and true friend and servant of the, church who had alwavs added so much to the pleasure of the Christmas celebrations at the church. Mr.

W. Skardon, who was-absent from the parish, pursuing his studies for the ministry in the General Theological Seminary In New York -city, and to whose loving greetings, he said, were "borne on the Invisible wires which bore the heart's message of loving remembrances to dear and absent friends. FKLICXTT STREET CHURCH. Santa Clans nndtfee Story of tne Star. The Christmas celebration of tte Felicity Street Methodist Snnday school was held last evening in the basement of tbe handisome church, corner of Felicity and and nearly 100 little children were made happy by the presence of the famous Santai Claus.

The ladles in charge of the classes, constituted the committee of and at one end of the big room they half erected a mammoth Christmas tree. and upon this gaily decorated pine were hung scores of presents. In addition to the distribution, of these gifts a programme was arranged, and the "Story of the Star" was told by a-dozen little children In a song from each nation. Beverly Brown, Eveline Murphy, Madle Morrow and Elisabeth Griifita represented the far east, white Charles Smith. NanMe Griffith, and of the European nations.

Florence Lavender. Ida Hall. Louise Wright and Emily wagner sans j-w and Guy Brown. In the costume of Uncle Sam. was the American representative.

Previous to this little presentation, Eugenia BUow sang a solo. TlTen under the direction of F. B. Hlg-. i.t.-.ni nt th school, the DT.

HUUC1 luw-uu. presents were distributed. STV GKOHOK'S ratHCH. Bnjoynnle Entertalnnaent far Snnday School or riMinre'a church Sunday school last night the annual Chridtmas tree entertainment, was given, and near-t. i iiitiMn- greeted the appearance of the cleverly Santa 1 Clausr A tall nr iree, oruuui Arnrm MonR.

occnoied STOSon Vt the endof the big room. iMJ and assisted fe VAi a. and not ole of the long list of pupils was forgotr MlMl ltcn, ua riitu. tloTon ciributiouf tM J5t "dwa. a cnSteent elo an end.

tney i-h n. 5, Dresented the Rev. Mr. Moore, pastor of the church, with a ftsna, SSSSr 5oandtof Vbe enUre if imDOslfble for to Kt the rfrlstmss celebration of the school wIU -take place In the church. -v ALT THK UGHTHOCSK OTSSION.

A Christmas Celebration Aloa tn rJno of Uaef alaeas. in Tcboupitoulas Annm-ciaUon, stands, the" Lighthouse Mission, conducted by Mrs Elisabeth Booth Barr and Miss XHark. The mission Is c'eslmed for ctlldren to lead them In true lines and' to uplift them moraliy aud intellectually. At tbe mission there Is a fine ae wing school for the' girls, and; the boys are-given Industrial work suited to their yea rs. here Is an tendance ever seventy children.

Christmas was celebrated in all glory yesterday at the mission. There was a beautiful Christmas tree laden, with toys and candles and fruit, these DTesents beinar the trift of -Messrs. Frank Howard and others. The children to the number of -seventy the-rooms, and they sang, their fceautrful Christmas carols and hoard the pretty story of the labe of Bethlehem from Mrs; Barr. Then Miss Clark gaie a beautiful Christmas talk, and drew -fire, true lessons of the festival.

Other Christmas songs followed, and finally the tree was lighted, and the admiring little ones gathered rotnd while the gifts were distributed. There were presents for, all, and they went away wkh gladdened hearts. It was a beautiful celebration, and Mrs. Parr and Miss Clark deserve the greatest credit for Its saccesa. i AT.THK HOPE MISSION.

Chriatanna Tree for tfce Less X--. The Hope 1 Mission Is located In street, tear JoHa, and -was started by Mrs. H. P. Booth, for the purpose of helping those who hare none to hold out.

a helping hand to them, as well as to lift them up to God and truth. Mrs. Booth, has" been conducting' this mission, which has frequently been written up la the licayune, for two years'. She Is an earnest, self-sacrificing woman, and devotes her time night and day to the work of the mission. Christmas night the light shone In the mission door, and all who came were gladly welcomed.

It was a motley throng, composed of the veTy poor, but Mrs. Booth made all welcome. All were warmed and fed, and the Christmas carols were sung and joy reigned. The mission did not belie ks name, for hope renewed and strengthened filled the hearts of all who sought this haven. There was a beautiful Christmas tree, snd all received some gift from it.

Mrs. Booth is alone In her work and deserves the cordial support of all. LAFAYETTE PRESBYTERIAN MISSION SCHOOL Seen Santa Clans in Vision and Realisation. The Christmas exercises of the Mission School of Lafayette Presbyterian church were held last night at the bejhel on Fulton street, near Jackson avenue. The programme opened with a hymn by the pupils, followed by prayer and scripture reading by Rev.

J. C. Barr, pastor of Lafayette The children next occupied the stare, and enact rd and rang a very pretty cantata having for title "Santa Clans' Vision." Another hymn was sung, and then the boys of the Sunday school went through a well-managed and Intricate drill with hoops. The distribution of gifts from the Christmas tree was made by Mr. William Barr, dressed as Santa Claus, and every child received a toy, some cakes and candles and fruit.

The programme was prepared br Miss Emma Gillette, and was carried out with the assistance of the superintendent of the Mission School, Mr. Charles Black, the secretary, Mr. Gus Care tens, and the teachers. Misses E. Dnncan.

E. Sekher, M. Sellher, Susie Allen. Hilda Cor, Sal- 11a Vi.l- nmmlm. TallA XT111 E.

Lelthnr.an, Rice Folsom, Mrs. Uuyghe, aim. 44. t-. Air.

J. nomas jBnrr HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL. A Christmas Entertainment for New The Holy Trinity Co-Operatlve Society, of the Holy Trinity School, arare a Christmas entertainment yesterday evening which will be continued this evening. The affair was for the benefit of the ne'w stage and settings which were recently constructed and waa one of the most successful entertainments the society has ever given. The entertainment opened with a chorus by St.

Cecilia's choir, and was followed by a song by Mlsa Flsd. Thre were songs also by Ed Ryan, Miss V. Sandbrink, L. Benno, Joseph Engel, J. N.

Treutlng, G. Sandbrink, J. Wellmeyer, T. ESchmann and Mls M. Eckendorf.

The following took part In a clever farce, which was presented in the second part of tfie programme: J. X. Treutlng, F. J. rfauber, Otto R.

Meyer, H. Paul, J. Schulte, Miss Pauline Sandbrink. Miss Louise Benno, Miss J. Flad.

Miss M. Eckendorf, Miss S. Meyer, Miss Louise Schulte. The stage was under the direction of Mr. J.

X. Treutlng. Jr. Mr. Joseph En-gel was musical director and Mr.

Rauber was In charge of the properties. John Schulte and Joseph Treutlnr were tbe stsge managers. To-night a programme, equally as as that of last niirht. will be nresented. During the Intermissions Mr.

George Fuchs did a large business in the raffle of turkeys, operating the wueel of cnance. The officers of the co-operating society are as follows: Rev. A. Blchelmeler, spiritual' director; Rev. Jno, B.

Prim, assistant spiritual director; Otto Meyer, president; Geo. Fuchs. first vice president: Miss Katie Treutlng, second vice president; Miss L. Siemssen. recording secretary; Frank J.

Kauber, financial secretary: H. Doerger, treasurer. The following composed the arrangement committee: Geo. V. Fuchs.

chairman; O. R. Meyer, ex-officlo; Frank Rauber. Ed. Esrhlimann, M.

A. Sporl. John Schulte, P. J. Sboen, Mrs.

Geo. Froeba, Mrs. B. Meyer, Mrs. A.

Roth, Mrs. L. Roberts. Mrs, A. Kettleberg, Mrs.

G. Andersen. Mrs. J. VolkeT, -Mrs.

J. Mrs. C. Ebert. ST.

MARY'S ORPHANS Find Ont What a Real Christmas Is. The St. Mary orphan boys gave a Christmas entertainment yesterday evening to their friends. The programme consisted principally, of dramatic sketches which were well given and the young; boys did. theirs parts well.

The affair took place in the hall of tbe asylum, at tho corner of Mazant and Royal streets. The asylum Is one of the largest In the city and provides for 360 orphan boys, under the direction of the beloved Mother Superior Desert, who has been with the asylum for nearly-forty years. The entertainment opened with tbe Jrreetlne song by the boys and was flowed by Master Charles Gleason. who delivered the address of welcome. In ha address Master Gleason thanked Mr.

Mercler for his Christmas donation of a suit of clothes for -every boy In the asylum. Mr. Mercler is one of the most liberal patrons of the institution and one of the stancfiest friends -of the orphan boys. was also thanked for her kind donation of stage ornaments and supplies. Marcellus Laroeh and Henry Hill gave a piano duet, after which the dramatic sketch "The Hours," was presented try the following boys: Masters Robert Ausburn.

Frank Antonio. Anthony Mo-nallo, Deslree Cropper, Edward Doinm, Joseph Antonio. Joseph Ford. John Dela-qiTCTf Edgar Sansanet, Hary Wilder, Frank Adema. John Clark.

Adotph Grady and Marcellus Laroeh followed with a duet, and "If I Werea King" was next presented by the following: Willie-' Hamilton. Ilolph Grady. Frank MrClaln, Charles. Gleason. Christopher Mennler.

Henry HHU Oscar Mober, Philip Bourgeois. Fred Tanner. William Gleason. Max Javlere, Eugene Jacque, Leo Burton, Frank Atchison. George Atchison, Emlle Alfred Haie, Edward Donlan.

Santo Javlere. Albert Frank. A. MansIpanL Willie Davis. Wtl-.

lie Harden. HowaTd Dominique and Joseph Basttan. The "Two Runaways was given by ByVrVvVvVvCMW SPECIAL, NOTICE. Owing- to great rush of custom at ZOelnfurters Jewelry i' Palace They have. been unable to wait jOn tbeir friends and patrons, but -will be 'better pre-- LVvNAWrVvWvVVVj 27 MS) I (r i liis is Suit anil Bargains in Holiday Boys' All-Wool Double-Breasted Suits, 99c, 1.24, .1.49, 1.99, 2.5O.

Children's Suits, nicely trimmed, 1.45, 1.95, 2.45. 3.00. 3.5O. Children's Dress Suits in Handsome Cloth, Velvet, or Serge, Reduced for the holidays. BARGAINS III FURIIISHIIIGS.

Finest Grade Silks in Imperials, Tecks, Puffs, and Four- in-Hands, reduced to 25c and 50c Men's Fine Ail-Wool Underwear, 25c, 50c, 75C 1.00, 1.25. Men's Fine Dress Kid Gloves, 50c. 75c 1.00 1.25, 1.50. Men's Elegunt Silk Mufflers, 25c, 35c, 50c. 75c.

A Present to Efem Chili During This HoNdaj Sale. 10 ST. CHARLES STREET. Robert Ansbnrn and John Clark and the entertainment closed with th song, "The Stars," br the nursery children. After the song Father D.

P. Lawton. 8. in a tounchlng address, presented a handsome silken standard to the cadet company. The flag: was the gift of Mrs.

Vatlnel, Mrs. Pulg. Miss Sue White and other ladles who have Interested themselves In the asylum. After the presentation the distribution of toys took place. A tree had erected and during the performsnce a stood on the etage In nil its dazzling Splendor and covered with toys which il was made' to yield to the children.

The following members of the board of directors sssisted Mother Desert in distribution of the presents: Messrs. Hugh -McManus, it. H. Bartley, Lawrence Fabacher, N. J.

Natter. 3. P. Bup kley and P. Qntnn? Among the reverend, clergy who were present were: Father Philip Murphy, S.

chaplain of the asylum: Father M. Tierman, S. Father A. Brown. S.

Father T. Haggerty and Father Renter. Favorite" 'k at" the Kremcai Opera Home. Fertiand Jerome Alpbonse Mr. Balleroy Balthazar Mr.

Bouximnn OenlD Leeoore Mine. Bonhear Ine Mme. Sonnet Donizetti's "La Favorite" was last night made the object of an exhibition of real talent and dramatic effort at the French Opera House. It has been many years since this time-worn but always beautiful opera was presented with a competent cast and," consequently, when Manager Berrlel announced that Mr. Jerome and Mme.

Bonheur would sing the principal roles there was a great demand for seats, followed by a crowded house. The attendance almost equaled that of the opening night, and tbe audience went away charmed and delighted. Mr. Jerome, the tenor, as Fernand, evinced the' same artistic temperament of high order that has characterised his interpretation of ail roles. His well-schooled voice, true and full of melody, with distinct and forcible enunciation, was displayed In all its grandeur.

The manner In which he presented the role marked him us in exceedingly talented and conscientious artist, end met with the most enthusiastic applause of his hearers, who demanded many recalls. Mme. Bonbeur. the handsome contralto, was anotn'er revelation to the musical public, and a more successful Leon ore Las not been heard in this city for a long time. Her fresh, vibrant, flexible roice of even register and great volume was well suited to the score.

and her dramatic ability enabled her to nrest the role with tbe brilliancy of a gifted artiste. Mme. Bonheur divided the honors of the evening with Mr. Jerome, ami" both received many curtain calls. The popular duo of the last act was given with great had to be repeated.

Mr. Bouxmnnn. as Balthazar, was the same reliable artist he always proves himself to be. and Balleroy as Alehouse was acceptable. The ballet was quite effective.

Mile. Cabrlnl. the star dancer, was seen at her best. "La Favorite" Is one of tHe successes of the season and will be a drawing card hereafter. "La Vlvsndlere," a military opera by Oodard.

will be prodneed for the Drat time In America on. Saturday night. Mile. Nina Pack will sing tbe title role. Sunday afternoon nt 1 o'clock "Lakme" will be given, with Messrs.

Jerome and Bouxmann. and Mmes. Douz and Bonheur In the cast. STmday night "La Grande with Mme. Mont bazon In the title role.

vVvp TIame -Theatre. At the Tulane "Barbara Frletchie," as given, by Effie.Ellsler and her supporting: company; Is doing a splendid business. This beautiful play wilt continue until and including Saturday night. The last popular matinee will be given Saturday, at 1 o'clock. For the New Year's attraction, beginning Sunday night, Oti Skinner, the best of romantic actors, with the original New York company and scenery, will open a week's engagement, appearing In his newest suecefts of "Prince The sale of seats for the.

entire Skinner engagement le now In progress. Grand. Opera. "Pawn Ticket 210' Is the attraction at thto. theatre.

Matinee to-day. New Tear week the offering by the Baldwin-Melville Stock Company, commencing with tbe matinee Sunday, will an excellent scenic production or Pet-tit Sims' Drury Lane Theatre success, "In the Ranks." -The play has been presented with great success in the north and east, and has never been outh. It will be presented in an elaborate manner, with handsome costume and appoint-nenis. A soeclal holiday matinee will Oucrcoat Ucatlior And ours axe just the kind of coats and suits to satisfy anybody. Wehave prepared the following special values for: the holidays, will be found especially attractive as to price and quality.

Men's Oxford Suits or Overcoats Men's Ccrvert; To Coats, very stylish, at $6.50 Men's Fine Suits or Kersey Overcoats at $8.50 Youths' Stylish Suits i or Overcoats at $7.50 Youths' very fine Dress Suits' at. Children's Cape Over- coats, 4 to 15 years, at $1.95 Children's Covert Top Coats at $2.45 Children 's Dress Cape Coats at $4.95 Children's Suits. COR. COMMERCIAL PLACE be given on New Year's day. In addition to the regular matinees.

Crescent Theatre. "The King of the Opium Ring" con tinues successful at the Crescent Theatre. It will cloee its engagement tonight. On Sunday night a Bowery melodrama will be the bill. Terry McGovern, the champion little fighter of the world, hi the tar In "The Bowery After the name of the play that will be at tbe Crescent Theatre for the entire week, with matinees Tuesday.

Thursday and Saturday, at popular prices. Academy of Bfnale. Last night at the Crescent Billiard Hall, Mr. Ben Falk acted as auctioneer and disposed of the boxes and several rows of seats to a good advantage for the opening performance of -the May Howard Burlesque Company, at the Aeademy of Music, next Sunday night. The bidding opened up by Senator Sullivan, of New York, ottering glOU for the lower right hand box.

No one bid against the senator, so the box was knocked down to him. The lower left hand box was then offered for sale. The famous plunger, Steve L'Homideau, bidding $50. This was immediately raised by others desirous of securing the boxes. Senator Sullivan again bidding S100.

The plunger secured it bv paying $105. Mr. Sid Levy paid $30 for the upper left band box. Mr. M.

Paddeu, of New York, a friend of Senator Sullivan, made a liberal offer of $30 and secured -the upper right band box. Senator Sullivan then bid for five seats in the first tow of the. Sarquette, securing them at that figure, tr. Jack Nasinlth paid $25 for the remaining five Keats. MesTs.

Meyers Stern paid $30 for thirty Keats. Mr. Cbas. Jones and ethers secured the remaining scats in the second row par-quette. Mr.

Ed Austin bought a large block of seats In tbe first row of the dress circle, at advanced prices. Tom O'Rourke, a famous sporting man of New York, wired for a box at $100. The sale was a success, and a big opening night house Is assured. A POCKETBOOK CLEW Which May Help to Convict a Pickpocket. Yesterday Mr.

C. M. Dunn, proprietor of the saloon at the corner of Canal and Burgundy streets, brought to Chief of Detectives Flotte's office a pocketbook which bad been found by one of his em-poyes behind a barrel In the yard of his establishment. It was thrown there last Monday by the young man Hopp, alias Williams, the pickpocket, who was OTrested by Detectives De Ranee and Stnbbs. The pocketbook was evidently one which -the young man had taken from the pocket of some party, and contained a tax.

receipt for taxes pnid by J. It. Mooney, In Wood county. Texas, Dec. 1900.

the amount being $1 82, and signed bv E. W. Montgomery; a receipt for groceries from B. F. Allen, grocer, "-Hawk-In.

a1 receipt for $18 00. signed W. P. Mings, a long piece of plaited auburn hair, a trunk key, an eraser, and a white, thln-bladed pocket knife. The identification of.

these articles by the owner may perhaps result, in the conviction jf the young man. Tie htti ikop in itmtt, 3. Friday, December. 28, $45 may seem high for a reacly-made' dress suit- it: would be high priced in some stores. On these special suits, we probably make less profit than any other store, for ours cost us most-, judged by the extras and care given in the making.

But you don't have to pay $45; we have dress suits as low as $25. and good: ones, too. 'C-u- You 'd be doing yourself; an injustice if you bought-a full-dress suit in any; other store than God-. chaux's-rbecause they are cheapest and best. LeonGodchaux Clothing- Co.

Cor. Canal and Chartres. Western Dressc Turkeys I Quality Unexcelled. Leave your orders for New Year's with lv IA0. FEAHNEY, Rampart and FoTdras Ctrects.

THE GAS DEAL. Xr. Ask Some Oestloas About the Lease, Which Irs Aaiwered be I Gemtlenaesi Familiar Witk Plava Protsieil. The folio wing was received yesterday: Editor of the Picayune, New Orleans: Dear Sir I would like to call your attention to a matter of vital Importance to many- stockholders and to the city of Xew Orleans. We have gas company here, nm.

bj its stockholder In a usual way, by a board of directors, etc. Please answer me the following question: v1 a majority of stockholders of the New Orleans Gss Light Company lease Its works end franchise, relegating to some one else the functions which it contracts to do for tho city, and foreign era, at that? 2.1s the receipt against a power of attorney and stock of value to a purchaser without that stock and power? Here Is the form: "Becelved from certificate No. fP share, of the New Orleans Gaslight Company, with power of attorney to transfer same to 'trustee and proxy, to vote seme deposited with undersigned, trustee, under agreement with Larson, and others. (Signed.) -JVhat I want to know la If auch a re felpt is good value to a party purchasing? lour full comments on the same "weuld greatly oblige me; and would yon take such receipt for a check on a bank or for money? Very, truly yours, F. J.

GASQUKT. I do not wish to obstruct or hamper these gentlemen In their lease or tbe sale of the gas works. F. J. G.

The above communication was submitted to gentleman who Is well posted in all the detalla of the matter under consideration, and he replied as follows: First The lawyers who have examined into the question of the Tight of the Gaa Company to make the contract proposed by Mr. Pearson to Its stockholders and directors aTe of opinion that the corporation, acting through 4ts board of directors and stockholders, can lawfully execute the same. We do not understand the senxe In which Mr. Gasquet uses the word "foreign." The term usually applied to aliens, persons who are not cltl sens of the United States. We do not suppose that Mr.

Gasquet objects to men of large capital coming Into New Orleans with their money and rehabilitating enterprise here which need capital and vigor to bring them up to the requirements of modern city life. As far as we are concerned, we are delighted to see that Mr. Pearson and his friends have taken up the. gas question. They have exhibited their faith.

In Louisiana and In New Orleans in the most signal manner. They subscribed to the whole Issue of the Atchafalaya bonds $800,000 and there by enabled the Atchsielaya levee 6U trlct to refund its whole bonded debt at a lower rate of Interest. They subscribed to $4,800,000 of the water and sewerage bonds. We can only express the wish that there were a great many more Pear. sons in tbe world, actuated by the same belief, that Louisiana and New Orleans are good places to Invest their money.

Second The receipt In question is only temporary in fte nature, and, even If not negotiable, could only tie up tbe stock deDosited with the local trustee for about four months: but we understand that the Hanks land the stock Kxcnange regard these receipts as negotiable, and that anybody who desires to sell his stock after it Is deposited can sell tbe same and deliver the certificate, with an order on the local trustee to recognise the holder or tne cerwncate as tne owner, we can see no practical or legal difficulty towards giving title through the receipt to stock so deposited. We -understand that the bonks will gladly lend money on these receipts. We are glad to see that Mr. Gasquet does not wish to obstruct or hamper th proposed contract between tne as com Danv and its stockholders and Mr. Pear son.

We believe that the contract pro posed will le of great benefit to the city of New Orleans and Its Inhabitants, as well as to the stockholders of the Gas Company, and we should regret to see a man or Mr. uasquer position in the community put himself In hostility to measure which promise so many benefits. MINUTE OIL Is an Improved antiseptic. 25 cents. Try It.

KI-LO Cough Cure is a wonder. 25 cents. Try It. RABBI SKSSLER ACCEPTS A Flatterlas- Call from the Cos- Krcgatloa at Woodvllle. Rev.

Morris Sessler, who resigned some months the charge of the synagogue Gates o. Prayer, on Jackson avenue, near Chippewa, has received and accepted a call to the pulpit of the Jewish temple of worship at Woodvllle, MUs. Rabbi Sessler will leave on Jan. 10 to enter upon his ministry in that prosperous town of our sister state. Tk -nan-m waa madA knnwn VMtlr1lT.

after Dr. Sessler had received a tele- rfi a.ki.,. gram OS ioiran imiu ttru. di uiusn, secretary of the congregation of the Woodvllle synagogue: "At a meeting of the congregation today you have been unanimously elected rabbi. Particulars by jmall." To this message the rabbi replied by wire, as follows: Congratulations to every member of my congregation." I am delighted with the call." said Dr.

Sessler last night to the reporter of the Picayune. "Woodvllle Is a charming and progressive town, and the Hebrew element residing there Is of the highest respectability. They have a prosperous congregation, a line synagogue, a commodious and elegant parsonage, and a large and thriving Sabbath school. "I wss In Woodville last week, having gone there In answer to cordial invitation to deliver two lectures. The people pleased me immensely, and I think I must have been 'persona grata' with them, for they have honored me with the call to be their rabbi.

Although I accept with pleasure, I cannot refrain from a feeling of -regret at leaving New Orleans, lu which I have pemt nearly seven years. During that period of ministerial labors In your city I learned to love and esteem Its citizens, and to ft el In touch and sympathy with my many of whom have become my warm personal friends. What appeals most directly to my sensibilities Is the X. by the leaders of the various rellcious denominations, who. In dispensing charity, look not one moment to the creed or particular oelief of the recipients t.

nl 1 a -I a a raKHta and the ministers and priests going a ions 1 -1 1. Side wy Slue, penormiiig uetu vi tujmj and benevolence. For Instance, I have nlwavs been a welcome visitor In the Protestant Episcopal Orphans' Home, st Thomas street, and all the little inmates know me. "Well. I am aorry to leave New Orleans, but at the same time I must say that the Jewish people of Woodvllle, having so earnestly and unanimously asked me to be their rabbi, that I cannot but accept the Invitation with much gratification." ur, sesier win uvw icltitvu TdAtMn avniiA.

tiAar Lanrel street; on Sunday. Dec. 30, from 3 to 0 p. in. and he desires that every member of the congregation of tbe synagogue uates or jrrayer.

uu un.uuv. friend should csll. so that he and Mrs. Sessler might bid them an affectionate 'Al (n snd "except for a few months, when ne re sided on Camp street, near nana, been a dweller on Jackson avenue, near tie sooa giacu of all. and In his immediate neighbor hood he was loosea upon uwi bie ana auruwtic rocue Gates of Prayer caused considerable surprise, hut It seemed to have been A a a aaSk SSafn sk mouvec uy TOiiurii 7 ir thv congregation, asjsrt I be erWenced SnnaaT.

wnen iup rtrtciuv at the rabbi's residence. AT THE CAHMELITEs. nm Rnniiir. Dec 30. the regular month- It meeting of the members of the Arch- Confraternity or me xioiy wn oc held at 5 o'clock p.

In the chapel of the Dlscalced Carmelites. corner of n.m,, mmA Rirnrh streets. The rev. eread doctor. Father Brown, S.

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I.aaica mm GaatC Fix Ctetalag Buuraiiy iiuuM. 13 TSu Vt aim MILITARY MATTERS. Dswatewa' Compaar AddeA ts tke First Reglateat. CAPTAIN JOHN F. LAWSON.

The reorganization of several companies of tbe regiment is well under way now, and sixty-two men were sworn In lsst night forming new Company M. Nearly all the men are ex-members of -tho Second Louisiana a Ceglmeot of -United States Volunteers. The mca are enthusiastic, and give promise of form- in? one of the best companies in tha regiment. John F. La wson undertook the organization of the company just about two weeks ago.

He met with almost phenomenal success, and military fever quickly apread through the Ninth ward. The company is composed exclusively of residents of the Third district, ITie full strength of the. new comnanv Is elghtv men, tout-aiy-two answered to taelr nsmes last night. The swearing Jn took place at Thoman's Hall, on Dauphlie street, near Klmira. Lieutenant Colon- Harry A.

Booqers admlntetered tbe osrh. Major Pontarne; commands the battalion in which is. Company, anl a other aHlVtary officers wots present. The company is composed of the betl available material. A nnmher of th man are over.

6 feet In height, and none are below the prescribed minimum. lathe new -com' mander of Company M. He was at one time a corporal tn the Seventh Battalion, under Captain Livaudais, and served throughout the late war with the See- ond ltegimenc. He enllted at the outbreak of hostilities. In Company and mm while the regiment was in Cuba he -sergeant major of the battalion.

He has shown hknself to be a capable offici." and efficient soldier, and under his com- tunud Company will take a first nlarn among the couroanles of tbe regimenc iHarry W. Katcon. who Is the hew- flr-t lieutenant of tbe company, was bora In Ohio, but has resided In this cky fur many years past. He began his military career at an early age In Ohio, serr.ng -in the -State National Guard, where be rose to a corpora Uhl p. Since his residence In this city he has 6een connected w.th -the old Seventh Battalion, and wss a -member of he command at the time of Its consolidation with other comanavd of the State Guard Into the Second Regi ment xor service in tne Hpanisn war.

Lieutenant aston -became a member of. Company and served throncbon-f thu. war. He Is a nephew of the Hon. Wsr- rAn Kiciaii nn.Hnf Ani1.nr mil.l1.

1 schools. jsdqm i Horca was selected as tne second lieutenant, and-though he has no pas military record, he promises tu rapidly make one and become oiie of tbe most efficient officers Jn the service. Captain Lawson has issued orders tor-- a' meeting of tbe company at Thoman itaii Saturday night co decide on tbe location of an armory and other the men are resident of the Tulrd district. It would be difficult for them to go weekly to the regimental armory for drills, and for thaC reason an armory will probably. 4e esta-bllshed downtown.

There was a meeting a few nights since of the -committees navlng In charge the watch meeting, to held New rear eve at the regimental armory for the benefit of the National Red Cross. The final preparations are well underway, and iup an air prvmiKa vc a. Km ni si if-- -cess. A number of local merchants hare liberally donated various material which win oe nsed at tne eootm. me Udiei' committees are working bard, and be decoration of the booths will be done na- der their supervision.

THE CAVALBT continues to build up. and the membership has Increased even since the la at muster of the command. Tbe purchasing. ar- aao swuaas. horses so far.

and is looking for more. Captain Roconet Intends calling a meet. ins of the troop at an early date to die-cuss plans for the maintenance of the horses. Aai the members have, the use of them at all times. It Is thought that tvo man win refase to pay nominal Later on lc may -oe possuiie to provide a horse for every man.

but at present one borse la made to serve two. and tbe couple to which the beast Is assigned use him alternately, or according to their own arrangements. 1 uere are drills of the -troop every Tuesday night and Sunday -anorntar. and the members frequently go riding during the week wltu the natural result chat they are becoming expert, horsemen, and equipped as Jt Is. the -troop will be ready for anr.

service at' anr time. Heretofore the state, when calling out the cavalry, has had to hire horse, and the men being unaccustomed' to the animals, could not do the same they- ride -several times a week. A number of merchants have patron-Ized tbe troop liberally, and It Is as a result of their patronage that the com-- mand-was enabled -o bur the mounts with which It la now supplied. At tlw last Inspection and muster of the troo Major Bolivar Thompson, who was thS inspecting officer, was most favorably rui- pressea wiin noi oniy ne ipi-mjiu i-pearsnce of the- troop and Its discipline; but the uniform, energy snd which every member ebow i 11 Its.