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PHILADELPHIA, SUNDAY MORNING, JULY 11, 1886. AT BAR HARBOR. considered so tlhDOrtant In the days of Indian AMONG THE MOUNTAINS UP THE HUDSON RIVER. Mf FROM I ings and at the New Columbia Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings. Congress Hall Is behind the other two leading houses In this respect, no hops having been yet announced there.

The house, however. Is In good hands and well officered and the shadow of slowness that has played around It will soon ha dissipated and the Con man novels. Fannie Kemble, who Is now a bale old lady of seventy six, expects to pass tbe autumn here with her daughter. Last summer she was In Switzerland, mountain climbing, and went over passes she had not attempted before In fifteen years. Among other notable visitors at Slock bridge are tbe In mans, of New York, who have taken David Dudley Fields' bouse for the summer.

At Edwards Hall the Misses Melville, daughters of Herman Melville, the friend of Hawtborneand the author of some of the greatest sea Blories in the language, are staying for the summer. Al the same place is Mr, J. Liberty Todd, of Philadelphia, who is helping the resident Episcopal rector organize art classes among tbe factory girls. Curtis' at Lennox Is fast filling up with interesting people and will soon be the ceutrenf social life at Lennox. A great deal of interest is laken in the experiment now being made under tbe direction or Frederick Law Olmstead, the landscape gardener of Central Park, ol transplanting large elm trees to sites in the town.

For Ibis purpose a large machine has been contrived, and about forty trees have Deen moved In this way at tremendous expense. Among those who are now occupying collages nt Lennox are: Mrs. J. W. Biddle, Mr.

John Struthers and family, Mrs. Kuhn and Mr. Alfred Devereaux, of Philadelphia; Prolessor Schenck, of Princeton College; Mrs. Freiing hny6en, of New Jersey, and Mr. H.

D. Sloune and family, Mr. F. A. Schcrmerhorn and Mr.

R. S. Dana, of New York. Invasion and fights with tbe French even before toe Revolution. Old Fort William and Mary, where gallant Sail! van captured the powder, and Fort McClary, across the way, are garrisoned now bv a eers eant aDtece.

wbloh. with the few boys on the rotting wreck of "Old Ironsides," Is about as eloquent a commentary on tbe decay of toe American spirit ou lauu ana sea as oouia ne encounterea. Out a short distance are the Isles of Shoals, where there are a number of Phlladelphlans and many more expected. Under the management of the Lelghton Brothers, the hotels on tbe three largest of the Islands are admirably kept and are pleasant places for a summer loiter. It was bere that Captain Smith first landed before he went to Virginia or ever met tbe lovely Pocahontas.

To this day numerous members ol the family of Smith make annual pilgrimages to the spot. Here also was the home of the Wentworths, the Adamses and other notable New England families. During the colonial days the Wentworths ruien ail mis part oi tue country ana one oittiem was oeneaaea ior treason, nearly every uearin stone has Its legend and ghost. All over Ports mouth harbor and the neighboring Isles the rock ets were nying ana tne rea, wnite ana blue lights burning on Monday night, so that every pic turesque memory oi me piace came out in stronger light than ever. Narrngansett Pier, which claims as one of Its attractions that it Is in sight of Newport, Is looking bright and Inviting, but as yet the season bas been a little slow.

The Casino is now open and the theatre attached to It will be used for entertainments by traveling companies dur. ing the season. Since last season the oval tower of tbe Casino on the sea side bas been completed and the arched bridge connecting It with the mainland finished. All thai troubles the Casino now is tbe fear of the enforcement of the recently passed prohibitory amendment. The principal business of the Casino heretofore has been the sale of liquor.

It is not supposed that the law will affect the Casino. Tbe removal of the pier siuuon to a point auoui miaway oetween tne line ot hotels Is considered satisfactory and will beu convenience to travelers. Willie Sprague, the son of Ex Governor Sprague, who as lad allocked his courtly lady mother by peddling pond lilies around lhe hotels In shabby clothes, has Just come of age and acquired 5200,000 which was left for him In trust. Among the Pliila dciphians who have arrived or who are expected during the week are Mr. F.

filssell and family, Mrs. Samuel Welsh and family, Mrs. E. C. Worrell.

Mr. Georae Willing and family and Mr. Henry Iungerich and family, at the Matthew son; Dir. i Adams, nt tne Mount nope; Mrs. w.

u. White and daughter, at the Atwood Mr. and Mrs: Horace Fassetl, at the Continental, and Miss M. H. Wliile, al tho Atlantic.

Several of the hotels have changed hands since last season. The curious stone residence built by Mr. Joseph Hazard, with his own gravestone alongside, with a blank place for his name, is now occupied. NIAGARA FALLS. Improvements at This Wonderful Resort and the People Who Are There.

The one grand natural attraction that all Americans are proud ol, the fulls of Niagara, Bhared In the general patriotic Jubilee of the past week. The American flag floated from tbe top of every hotel on this side and even from tbe Clifton House, on the Canada border. Always a great place for tourists, travelers and sight seers In general, Niagara has never been more so tban at present and everyday adds to tbe company of foreigners, bridal couples, searchers after the wonderful and picturesque and family parties Intent on pleasure. Il was a most patriotic sight on Monday, that of the national emblem floating from every masthead and pinnacle and at night hundreds of rockets going up from the shore aud great suspension bridge and from below tbe falls, throwing strange, fantastlcjltgbts upon the seeming ocean that rolls and curls through space. All tbe little boats that with their brave pilots cross tbe rapids below the falls were also adorned with tbe national colors during the day and the bands at the hotels played national airs.

All the hotels show great Improvement Ibis year. Tbe International has been quite transformed. Over one thousand yards of Brussels carpet have been put down through tbe hotel and the entire structure has been renovated, repaired and refurnished, so that it Is equal to any first class hotel in the large cities In the matter of appointments. It Is managed by A. H.

Oluck, who is assisted oy Mr. Davidson. A new theatre has Just been added as an adjunct to the International, immediately In the rear. It is built ot briok and stone and is three stories high and has a seating capacity of over one thousand persons. Back of the gallery on the third floor the Orpheus Singing Society of the place, which will give an entertainment shortly, bas Its Quarters.

The bnilrilnir will In time be used similarly to the Casino al Newport. The Philadelphians registered at the Inter, national Hotel who have been visiting the falls during the past week have been Mr. and Mrs. Richard Cook, Mr. Gustavus Cook, Mr.

Robert Porter, Mr. John D. Ruoft, Dr. J. B.

Shober, Mr. J. Warren Erwln, Dr. and Mrs. Chapman, Mr.

George W. Elkins, Miss L. N. Forest, Mr. W.

J. Jordan, Mr. George T. Fox, Miss Adelaide Fox nnd the Misses Lilly and May Fox, Mr. and Mrs.

T. M. Bell, Mrs. Rachael South, Mrs. W.

L.Moore, Mr. G. E. Hess, Mr. Joseph I.

Doran, Miss Marie Louise Doran, Mr. W. H. Gilbert, Mr. H.

L. Hall, Mr. aud Mrs. George A. Heyl, the Misses Kate, Tlllle and Juliet Heyl, Miss Helen M.

Klrke, Mr. G. W. Curtis. Mr.

and Mrs. Robert Biddle, Miss M. C. Biddle, Mr. J.

P. Wood, Mr. and Mrs. E. L.

C. Slocuin, Mr. and Mrs. II. G.

Moore, Mrs. Dykemun, Miss Annie Wain, Miss A. M. Wlstar, Mrs. A.

K. Pomeroy, Mr. W. N. Shaffner, Mr.

and Mrs. H. F. Shields aud the Misses Lanman. There are also many guests at the Cataract and other houses, and the Improvements of the place are undoubtedly bringing abouta revival of the prestige ot tbe place.

Since the opening of the uew park Niagara is no longer hedged In with restrictions that make it for the wealthy alone. The five cent lares received from the thousands who prefer to ride on the inclined railway rather than walk down the tedious stairs amount in a year to almost enough to pay all tbe expenses ol the park. When the elevator at the Cave of the Winds is completed the park will be self supporting. The entire domain now free to the pubiio aud belonging to the State of New York amounts to 106 acres. It cost $1,500,000, which was cheap, Inasmuch as it Includes tbe fulls, and may be called the most remarkable park in the world.

Property has Increased enormously on both sides of the river and a great many private im provements are in progress. On the Cana dian side a new "Crystal Palace," with tbe entire river side of the pavilion enclosed in glass, Is being erected. A new steam yacht has been launched at the foot of the Inclined railway. The Cataract House. having lost Its control of the aonroacn i tho rapids, Is practically putting a new front on the rear of the building.

All the old pavilions and bazaars of Prospect Park are gone or going. Bath Island, once hideous with old mills. Is now a green nnd lovoly spot, and the entire American side now presents a long array of shaded ter races, uimroKen by fences or old buildings, and the full picturesque value of everv nolnt. mid every view is lully brought out, wilhout anything to mar or detract, from it. To any one who has not seen Niagara in several years the changes will be found astonishing and greatly enhance the beauty ol tbe place.

THE WATER GAP. A Pleasant Place In Pennsylvania Where the Fourth Was Observed. Fireworks, fine dinners, excursions on the river and numerous other festivities marked the national holiday at Delaware Water Gap, where many Philadelphians have located for summer stays and many more been paying flying visits. All tbe hotels are open and looking their best.and the Kittatlnny, tbe Water Gap House and tbe Glenwood House have large numbers of guests. Many Improvements have been made at the Wafer Gud House, which wns the scene of the liveliest festivities on Monday last.

Among the Phlladelphlans there during the past week were Mr. and Mrs. Enoch Taylor, Mr. and Miss Bonsall. Mr.

George F. Pearson. Mr. and Mrs. J.

B. Van Dnsen and Miss Van Du sen. Miss Wlllonghby, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Welles, Mrs.

B. M. Newbold, Mr. A. B.

Hunting, ton, Miss King, Mr. Frank M. Day, Mr. Edward J. Howell, Mr.

E. W. Cope Mr. W. M.

Mencke, Miss Robhlns and Mr. H. N. Blokes. Among other recent visitors at the Gap have been Mr.

Charles Reese and family, Mr. Malcolm and several parties of ladles from Germanlown, During nte weeK ine piace wus mvauca oy aooui one hundred bicyclist members ol the American Wheelmen's Association on tbelr annual tour. Evervthine about the Glenwood House has been done up new for tbe season, and In the beautiful park surrounding it is situated what Is considered the best everlasting spring of mountain water in the State. All the vegetables used are from gardens on the place, and under the man agement ol Mr. Charles E.

Cope II Is this season more inviting ana attractive piace than ever. Not only at the Gap, but at Strondsbnrg, Stillwater, Scbooley's Mountain and many other neighboring places there are many Phlladel phlans spending the summer. Among tbe guests at Stroudsburg are Miss Holllngsbead, Miss Ella Hunt, Mrs. L. A.

Dallet, Miss Kalberine B. Montgomery, Miss May Montgomery, Miss Randolph and several more young ladles from Philadelphia Amoner tbe Philadelphians at Bush kill are Dr. and Mrs. Louis A. Eukin.

Ouilaa num. ber of Phlladelphlans have engaged rooms for theseason at the Heath House, Scbooley's Mountain, which, with a good table and comfortable rooms and pleasant surroundings, is considered one of the most attractive hotels In this picturesque region. Under the New Local Option Law. From Atlanta Dispatch. The dispenser of cooling beverages pours out half a glass of milk prepared for the purpose, fills the tumbler with broken Ice, adds some pounded sugar and draws la a little soda water.

He then squirts In some unknown ingredients from a dark bottle, shakes the contents In a shaker, pours It back into the tumbler and sprinkles a Utile fine powder on the foaming beverage until It has tbe appearance Tom and Jerry. You drink It and always remember where to get it. Hamlet With Hamlet Left Ont, From the Bedford Oitette. The trouble with the cold water plank in the Republican pisiform Is that It won't held water. a The Snmnier Diversions of Fashionable tftlK delphlans on the Main Qesii.

Mrs. W. H. Vanderbiit and George W. Vanderbllt bara arrived at tbelr cottage, "Devil, stona," next below Mr.

T. B. Musgrave's cottage, on the shore. Rear Admiral Howell and Mrs. and Miss Howell are registered at the St.

Lawrence and Mrs. Lewis C. Norrla, Mrs. Charles Piatt and Miss Piatt are at the Malvern. Mrs.

Henry Armttt Brown and Miss Baker are at tbe Marlboro. Tbe Misses Evans, Mrs. Morton P. Henry, Mrs. C.

W. Ltttell, the Misses Liltell, Mrs. Francis Sims and Mr. Edward Sam del, of Philadelphia, have all arrived at Lynam's. Mr.

C. W. Bergner, of tbe Bergner A Engle Brewing Company, of Philadelphia, went trout fishing to Jordan's Pond on Saturday last and brought home sixty two trout. Mr. Charles T.

How, of Boston, entertained a large number of lriends In his handsome parlors at tbe Belmont on Monday evening, in honor of the Fourth of July. The guests arrived at ten o'clock. Those present were Mrs. S. M.

Miller. Mrs, James P. Scott, Miss Mina Davids, Miss Mazy Irwin, Dr. William Camac, all of Philadelphia; Mr. and Mrs.

Charles W. Whlltler. Mrs. S. W.

Bates, Mr. Edward Gray, all of Boston; Mr. Frank Phelps, ol Andover, Miss Beatrice How, Mrs. F. Payson and Miss Payson, Mrs.

Auguslin Heard and the Misses Heard, Mrs. R. Delnfleld and Miss Dela fleld, Mrs. Gilbert Keek man. Miss Martha Beek man.

Miss Stevens and Miss Gaulier, all ot New York. Mrs. Gilbert Beekman, of New York, who Is stylng at the Belmont with her daughter, Miss Martha Beekman, and a bevy of pretty girls, is a mother whose daughters hnve all married well and happily one only, Miss Martha Beekman, remaining unmarried. Of her four daughters one married Louis Lor I Hard; a seoond, Daisy, who was a great beauty, is now Mrs. Campbell Stewart; tbe third, Helen, was here with her mother last summer, but was married last fall to Mr.

William Lyman, of Boston. The only brother, Livingstone Beekman, Is the well known tennis player. The Beekmanshave always occupied a high pluoe in New York society and the daughters have been the recipients of an unbounded amount of attention. Not rich Ihem. selves, they have always had rich and powerful friends socially and nave consequently always been regarded as people who, when they did fall, fell ou their feet.

The father died many years ago, leavlug but a meagre Income for his family's support. The town has been alive for the last few days with teachers and school inarms." The fifty seventh annual meeting of the American Institute of Instruction Is now being held. About five thousand teachers are here. Their spectacled, stooping, sallow appearance Is In strange contrast with the buoyant, vigorous, healthy appearance o.f tbe average Bar Harbor summer visitor that Is after the life giving air of the place. A mingling of the sea and mountain breezes has had an inevitable effeot upon Ihem.

Mr. Edmund Pendleton, the brother of our Minister to Germany, is said to be engaged In writing a second socloty novel In the privacy ol his cottage, Bagatelle," on the Duck Brook road. Mr. Pendleton's first attempt was called A Cou. ventlonal Bohemian." Mr.

Burton N. Harrison, of 11 Lexington avenue, New York, has erected a beautiful cottage on Eden street, south of that occupied by Mr. Whitlaker, of St, Louis. Mrs. Burton Harrison is one of the lenders of New York society and Mr.

Harrison was formerly private secretary to Ex President Davis, of the late Southern Confederacy. Mrs. James P. Scott had a very successful "poker" party at her collage on Friday evening last. Tbe ladies, for the gathering was entirely composed of ladies, played for money, but wisely restricted themselves to a "ten cent limit." Around one table were gathered Mrs.

Scott, Mrs. Henry C. Chapman, Miss Emilie Nellson. Miss Van Buren, of New York, and Hugh Scott, Mrs. Scott's only son.

This youug man curried off all the money, winning the enormous sum of seveniy eigni cents. At tne other table were Mrs. S. M. Miller, Miss Mazy Irwin, Miss Nina Davids and the Misses Tilghinan, all of Philadelphia.

There was not much winning done at this table, except In the case of Miss Irwin, who found her. self thirty eight cents the richer at the end of the evening. Mr. James P. Scott, who left here for Philadelphia on Tuesday of lust week, was expected back on Friday.

Besidos having built a large addition to the Malvern Hotel, almost doubling It in size, Mr. De Grusse Fox has built three new collages the past winter one for Mr. Morris K. Jesup. the Now York banker.

Just south of the hotel, the total cost of which, Including land. Is said to have been another the famous "yellow cottage," Just opposite to the notel, where Dr. and Mrs. Henry C. Chapman and Mm Megargee now nave ineir rooms tney will soon be Joined by Mr.

and Mrs. Rudolph Ellis nud the third on the Eagle Lake road, Just opposite Mrs. Hart's cottage. This last named cottage of Mr. Fox Is owned by his wife, who has rented It thus late in the season to a family of Samsons, from New iora, lorsi.sw.

xne view iroin the second and tnird siory rooms ot th Is collate is sunerb. com mandlng a full view of the bay and Islands, with Its background of distant hazy mountains and luresu Mr. William M. Camao, of Philadelphia, is making quite a reputation for himself here as an architect. Be designed tbe cottage built by Mr.

Blaine and subsequently that erected for Mrs. Hart, of Philadelphia Walnut, below Broad. The North Atlantic squadron is expecled at Bar Harbor this season. Sllenus Rodick bas leased the cottage on Cottage streol, which he purchased this spring for five thousaud dollars, to Mr. and Mrs.

David C. Leach, of Gra mercy i ui ew ioi ciiy, lor one inousana dollars. The finest equipages here so far are those of Sir. Samuel Shober. of Philadelphia: Mr.

A. C. Bar hey, of Cincinnati, and Mr. William Howell, ol Chicago. Cecil Campbell Higgmsand his tandem ttio uut yet ou tue grouua.

THE NORTHERN COAST. Newport and Narragansett and the Lovoly Resorts Further East. Military music and flags and uniforms added to the interest of the national holiday at Newport. A grand reception, with dancing, was given to the Twenty lhlrd Regiment, of Brooklyn, In the Ocean House, on Monday evening, and that most elegant of seaside hotels was the scene of brilliant festivity. On Sunday the members of tho regiment attended church and the band played in Truro Park In the afternoon.

There was also a dress parade on Monday afternoon, which was attended by all tbe elite of the place. On that occasion the regiment wns reviewed by Governor Welmore and there were also reviews on succeeding days. General Ward and other well known officers participated. On Thursday the entire regiment was entertained by Mr. Henry Clews at bis superb place, "The Rocks," recently purchased by him.

It is one ol the finest places In Newport, situated at the entrance to the Sound aud near the famous Spouting Rock. The Casino, with all lis buildings and grounds, is open, and the exquisite lawns and flower beds are as beautiful as ever. It will bo the centre ot much festivity during the season. In addition to numerous concerts and miscellaneous entertainments a series of private and public theatrical performances will be given. The semi weekly dances will be held every Monday and Thursday nights, and the annual tournament of lhe National Lawn Tennis Association will be held here, as usual.

The noise of roller skates will not annoy the patrons of the Casino this season, as the Board of Aldermen have refused to grant a license to the ugly rink which adjoins the rear end of the Casino building. In all probability the season will be one of Newport's best and the place will be more visited by lhe traveling pubiio, especially as this season the facilities by tbe Fall River steamers have beeu so much Improved and made so attractive. Among the notable cottagers who have al ready arrived are Judge Blutchford, Mrs. John Jacob Astor, Mrs. Julia Ward Howe and her daughter, Miss Maud Howe; Mr.

Cornelius Vanderbllt and family, at Tbe Breakers; James Kernochan and family, Frederick W. Vanderbllt, Mr. Cusblng, of Boston; Professor Greene, ol Princeton General Fry, Professor Botta, Mr. Bancroft, Mrs. Alexander Van Rensselaer, Rev.

Dr. Morgan, Mr. Weld, of Boston Mrs. Delanccy Kane, Mr. Schuyler Hamilton, Mrs.

Colgate, Mr. Oelrichs, Mr. Eugene Sturtevant; and from Philadelphia, Mr. Charles F. Tyler, Mr.

C. J. Feter son. Dr. McClellau, Dr.

Turnbull, Mr. C. P. Sin nlckson, Mr. Jos.

Leedom, Mr. benjamin R. Smith and Mr. Paschal Hacker. As Newport Is now a prohibition town, some of tbe yachtsmen wbo have always made this their resort find difficulty In laying in supplies of liquor and have to go over to naughty Narragansett for their stock.

Quite a number of yachts took part in tbe naval parade on Monday, iu which the marines and boys of tbe United Slates training fleet also participated. Along the beach of Yankee land, from Bye Beach to York, there Is a long range of resorts which are every year visited by an Increasing number of Phlladelphlans. They are nearly all possessed of distinctive features, are very pictur esque and many historic associations cluster round them. Cottage City at Martha's Vineyard Is built np quite anew, so that It Is a more attrac tive place than before the fire, and many Phlla delphlans, especially persons of a religious turn of mind, will spend tbe summer there. The bathing Is as usual fine and the beach Is crowded on flue afternoons, though the water Is as yet a little cool.

Portsmouth harbor Is as picturesque as ever, and the Wenlworlb, which for several years has been popular with Phlladelphlans, will be more favored than ever. It is delightfully situated on an island a short distance from the town. Tbe numerous forts of this harbor represent every age of the country's warfare and bun dreds ol danger signals greet the eyes nnd cars wane running in ana around the Islands. The Inlets and channels are snnnnnd hv a luhvrinth of bridges, which lace together the oddly assorted niiorex, uuu ine mnuscape is maae up ol a strange medley of lake, river and nocau and irruniiA crags and wooded farms. A picturesque hulk Is tne remains of the old frigate Constitution, which Oliver Wendell Holmes saved from being torn to pieces.

She Is used as school ship and has a building with a French roof over her, and but lor the guns would never be taken for even a rello of naval warfare. On the arahwnv of ii. gangway Is Inscribed Lawrence's famous Don't Give Up the Ship." All about are the block bouse forts and earthwork defenses that were of PLEASANT PLACES OP RESORT AMONG NORTHERN HILLS AND VALES. THE SUMMER IN NEW ENGLAND Philadelphians Who Take Their Holiday Far from the Sea. The first week in July usually opens the season Intbe White Mountain region, and all through these delectable granite hills, which sent out so many Revolutionary heroes, tbe national boll day was enthusiastically observed.

Rockets were sent up from almost every mountain, and especially from Mount Washington Itself, where, also, a cannon was fired at daybreak on Monday. The event of the week in the mountains bas been the field meeting of the Appalachian Mountain Club, which began its session on Saturday on the summit of Mount Washington. The more at hletic members walked up by way of the Crawford bridle path and by climbing Mount Pleasant from a point near Fabyans. Among tbe excursions made have been one to Tuclcerlon's Ravine, Snow Arch and Hermit Lake. A small parly also spent the night of the 4th In camp on Mount Adams.

An Interesting leuture was the simultaneous discharge xl fireworks from Mounts Washington, Jefferson and Adams. The presence of so many sturdy mountain climbers lu knickerbockers adds an additional element of Interest to all tbe region. All around North Conway the freshness of the summer bloom makes the attractive forests almost as beautiful as In Oolober. The red tipped new growth of maples glow in the sunshine and the dark green hemlocks have all tbelr branches edged with light bright yellow. Tho sound of Insects Is heard among the wild tulips and sweet white clover.and the breath of the pines is warm aud pungent.

The smell ol the ferns isdeliclous, the air Is sparkling and the sky varies in wonderful cloud effects. The largest hotel In this region, the Kearsage, is open for tourists, many of whom have arrived. There is no finer hotel in the White Mountains than this Imposing structure, whose hulls aud rooms seem to have been built regardless of space. The rear lawn has tennis courts, flower beds and fountains. The North Conway House, which is famous for Its lable, has the largest number of guests ever known for so early In the season.

Numerous changes ho.ve been made at tbe Suuset Paviliou. A broad piazza has been built around the house, lhe office lias been remodeled and a smoking room added and the entire Interior fixed up so as to be very bright and cheerful. Trout are abundant around Jefferson and Ashing parties are out every day. There are few rooms unengaged at the favorite houses and the roads are In admirable condition lor walking. Nearly all the hotels and large boarding houses of Bethlehem, the great hay fever resort, known to tourists all over the world, are open and the season is early.

The famous Mapiewood Hotel, which will be under the management of Alnsley McGllvroy, opened on Saturday, and previously the adjoining collages had been qulle full. The Prospect House will be manaered bv the widow of the late proprietor and opens with the prospect of undiminished popularity. Ad Jolulug the Sinclair House many improvements uave been made and a fine, new base ball grouna constructed, which will, without doubt, be used for many a contest during tbe season, as this thoroughly American game is popular lu the mountains and a favorite pastime. A tennis court has also been added to the Mount Washington House, which Is a favorite place wiiu vuuiik imopie, many oi wnom are a ready gathered there. There is an increased demand mis season lor cottages and private residences.

"The Uplands'" will this season be occupied by Mr. Frauds Shaw, ol Boston, who has recently purchased a large traot on the Franconla road, on which he Intends erecting a fine residence. The Daily cottage, opposite the Highland House, has been rented for the summer by Mr. M. Powell, of Philadelphia, who will occupy It Willi his family, aud Mr.

A. J. Hoe, ol New York, has rented the Woodman rnMne. nMrh, Numerous brilliant flower beds have been added around tbe Bethlehem House.and there Is hardly a place that does not exhibit, signs of improved taste and elegance. All tbe roads and sidewalks have been relnid and straightened, and lhe paint brush has been used so freely that the entire place looks auite fresh and new Not.

only have taste and energy been expended in he decoration of the remarkably beautiful grounds around tbe Mapiewood House, but a good deal ol money, also. The flowers and fountains and lawns and winding paths and fine trees, with the elegant hotel and picturesque hotel, make this one of the most charming plaees in this or any other range of mountains. It is not generally known that Bethlehem Is not onlv named after the famous birthplace of the author of Christianity In Judea. but II has also many nnlnla nf alml. larlty.

It is similarly situated to the City of David, Is laid out like it and the views resemble each other. The better railway facilities for reaohing the White Mountains which have so long been needed will be supplied this season. Nearly all tbe railways In and out of the mountains have put on new trains and Increased tbelr accommodations, so that access to this romanllo region will no longer be tedious or difficult. The night trains especially will be a great accommodation. Every Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at half past four o'olock special trains will leave the Grand Central Depot In New York, with sleepers attached, arriving tbe next morning at Lltileton at 7.50, Bethlehem al 8.30, the Profile at 8.50 aud Fabyans nt 8.4o.

The morning train from Bethlehem to Mount Washington also leaves twenty minutes later In the morning, so as to give travelers plenty of time for breakfast. A train also leaves Bethlehem and Fabyans daily at 9.15 A. which reaches Saratoga at 5 SO P. the same day. One may also leave Bethlehem after dinner and arrive at Montreal the same night lu time for supper.

Among the Philadelphians now in the mountains may be mentioned Mr. and Mrs. Cregor and family, Mr. and Mrs. and Miss Powell at tho Highland House, Bethlehem, and Mr.

and Miss Bunks at the Mapiewood; Mrs. W. W. Flske and family and Mrs. A.

R. Rorer and family at the Ridge, North Conway; Rev. H. 8. Hickman and Mrs.

Hickman at tbe Maple House, Jefferson; aud the Misses Ten brook at the Goodnow House, Frau conla. There are also a great many notable and Interesting people scattered through the mountains Mrs. Garrison and Mrs. Hoe and the Misses Pell, of New York; Miss Wlnthrop, of Staten Island, and Mrs. and Miss Lathrop, Miss Walleyand Mr.

Chapln, of Boston, at Bethlehem; Miss Frotblnghnm, Miss Hubbard, Miss Joplln and Mr. and Mrs. Thatcher, of Boston, and Mr. George Bliss and family. Miss Draper, Mr.

aud Miss Higginson, Judge and Mrs. Alexander and Eilot F. Shepnrd and family, of New York, and Colonel and Mrs. Osinan Latrobe, of Baltimore, at Wentworth Hail, Jackson; Mrs. Tyndal and Mrs.

and Miss Titus, of New York, at Clieswlck Inn, Lltttleton, and Miss Lawrence, Miss Canterbury and Miss Dana, oi iiosion, tne loner formerly of Philadelphia, at ine uooanow House, Franconla. The encase ments Indicate that a greater number of Phll aaeipuians win visit these mountains during July nnd August thsntfor several years, and the number of family parties, numbering all the way from three to six or eight, wbo Intend making flying trips Is especially noticeable. All the resorts adjacent to the mountains also expect a good season. What may prove an Important discovery bus been made at Lake Wlnnepesaukee, which may make ita rival of the Atlantic for tbe "great unwashed." Near the southeast margin a remarkable saponaceous deposit exists, which makes tne water soapy, so mat it reels and acts Just as 11 Impregnated with borax and has as thoroughly a cleansing effect. Water taken out and used for laundrylng bas been found very effective and there is some talk of barreling it and sending it to Troy and other laundrylng centres to be used xur mis purpose.

THE BERKSHIRE HILLS. The Lovely Massachusetts Region Where Many Distinguished People Meet. The season In the Borkshire Hills is earlier than usual, and instead of waiting until autumn, as usual, the tbe crowds are coming in midsummer. Besides the natural nlcturesoue beauty of the region and the Interest of the peo ple wno go mere me Berkshire Hills are famous for three things a grand work of nature, a grand work of education and a grand work of engi neering ana an. uraytock, between Williams town and Adams, is the highest mountain In the State, a majestic double peak, visible through the whole country and beyond.

Tbe view from Graylock Is superb, with the Dome, over 8,000 feet high, right across, tbe two mountains looking at each other over tbe broad stretch of country. The Housatonlo, with Its tributaries, gleam through the green valley; lakes and ponds shine here and there, and Tom Ball, Washington and tbe leaser hills nndulate like waves and crests In an emerald sea. Even tbe Catskllls, with tbelr fnr oft village spires, can be seen In a golden light of blue and purple shadows on summer afternoons. Williams College, at Wllliamslown, Is tbe alma mater of President GarUeld and a place full of scholarly Interest, The HoosacTunnel, now madeso accessible by tbe Boston and Albany Railroad, is nearly Ave miles In length and cost $14,000,000. Through the Hills it Is fuinlllarly referred to as "The Great Bore." Summer visitors are fast arriving at Stock bridge and all the rooms at the hotel are said to be engaged for July and August.

Edwards Hall is not fur behind. Among the guests there are Dr. and Mrs. Wister, of Philadelphia, the latter a daughter of Fanny Kemble the S. so often mentioned in the Remlnisoences." Mrs.

Wister Is very dear friond of Lady Musgrave, who has been here some time. Sir Anthony and Lady Musgrave and their three children have been occupying the Field ootlane. which. since their departure, has been taken by Mrs. Whlltrldge, a daughter of Matthew Arnold, who arrived a few days ago and will spend the summer nnd autumn here with his daughter.

Mrs. Wister is also the slsler ln law anddear friend from childhood ol Mrs. A. Wister, the translator of so many charming Ger HOW THE NATIONAL H0LIDAT WAS CBLV JJ RATED AT WEST POINT. GAY LIFE NEAR THE ACADEMY Notable People at Cranston's and Other New York: Resorts.

The glorious Fourth was most appropriately celebrated on tbe 6th at West Point and there was something to do and see all day and all lhe evening. At the Military Academy tbe national salute or thirty eight guns was fired at noon from the battery and the customary open air ceremonies occurred on the lawn In front of the library, where, weather permitting, tbe celebration is held annually. This time tbe weather not only permitted, but encouraged tbe honors paid the nation's birthday and seemed in every way In harmony with them. Tbe spot chosen Is shaded by fine old trees and an awning was also erected to shelter the platform for the speakers, which was decorated with tbe national colors, and the seats for tbe cadets, officers and guests In front of IU The views of tbe river and the hills on Its opposite shore are especially fine from this point. The cadets, all In while suits except the plebs," marched to the selected place punctually at the hour named half past ten accompanied by tbe band, playing appropriate music.

There was an opening prayer by the chaplain of the academy, Professor Postle tbwaite, wbloh was followed by patriotic airs from the band. Then the Declaration of Inde pendence was read by Cadet Mark L. Herser and, after more music, Cadet Marcus D. Cronln delivered the oration. Again there was muslo and then a benediction by the cbanlaln.

whole ceremonies occupying not much mora tban half an hour aud giving general satisfac tion. General Merritt is credited with havim? in troduced the new summer uniforms which tbe endets wore on this occasion and are permitted to wear during the warmest hours of eaoh dav. They consist oi a white neal flttlng shirt helled around the waist, while duck trousers and white helmet hats. Even tbe straps fastening on the cartridge boxes at their backs are while. Their but tons are gill, and the buck lesof their belts, also, and highly polished.

The suit is qulle becoming and very cool looking. The "plebs" wore the usual summer uniforms gray short coats and white pantuloons. But alas for those wbo always gaze upon the drum major as the most Imposing spectacle In any military pageant, for be was shorn of all his grandeur, and instead of the four white and one red nodding ostrich plumes surmounting his high hat, such as be proudly spoi ls on dress parade, he also wore a white bl met. hat, and it didn't seem ball a Fourth ot July celebration with a featherlesa drum major leading the band. Monday and Thursday are the regular hop nights at West Point this summer and on Saturday nights there is a germnn.

On two other evenings of the week the baud gives a concert In thecampon tbelnwn, wblchcamptlilssummerls named for the late General Wintleld S. Hanoock. At these concerts visitors and cadets are on the lawn and the scene is a very lively one. The hop of Monday evening was made a special occasion by reason of its being, by courtesy, tbe Fourth of July, and the cadets were allowed to beep It up until midnight, instead of being warned before ten by the drum that bedtime had come. It was a very handsome party, taking place In the mess room, which was decorated with flags and patriotic devices.

There were a number of pretty girls present in choice attire. Omnibus after omnibus drove ofl lrom Cranston's Hotel, carrying merry parties of maids, matrons and beaux to the hop. Among those who attended from that hotel were Mrs. McMlchael, of Philadelphia, and her sister, Miss Sullivan, Mrs. Overly, the Misses Dickinson, Mrs.

Levy and the Messrs. Levy, of New York; Miss Mnrchison, the daughter of a wealthy New York cotton broker; Mrs. and Miss Irwin, the w.le and daughter of an army surgeon; Miss Muhan, the Misses Gill, Mrs. and Miss Halsey nnd Miss Mllian. Mrs.

McMlchael wore black Brussels net over black silk Miss Sullivan wore white figured lace, with rows of white satin ribbon around the bottom of theshort skirt; Miss Dickinson, of New York, wore pale blue tulle, with a long spray of sliver leaves on tbe side; Miss Murchison wore a white lace dress, with insertions of white moire. Cranston's Hotel, the largest and handsomest at West Point, has been very lively Indeed since early In June. There is excellent music In the large drawing room every morning at oleven and every evening from half past eight to half past ten, when there Is dancing. On Saturday evenings Ices and cakes are banded to the guests at the hop. Among the guests at Cranston's are Mr.

and Mrs. McMlchael and her Miss Sullivan, all of Philadelphia; Commodore Puttison, United States nuvy, and bis wife and daughter. Among others who have been at the same hotel lately are Mrs. Muitlund and her son. Mr.Thomas Mai tland.t he English Consul General, and Mrs.

Booker, Mr. and Mrs. James M. Brown and Miss Nellie Brown, Judge and Mrs. Miles Beach, Mr.

and Mrs. James Maekln, Colonel, Mrs. und Miss Irwin, Mr. and Mrs. S.

Fisher John son, Mr. and Mrs. Frederick de Puysterand Mr. and Mis. Robert Sluy vesnnt, all of New York.

Mr. Klbridge Gerry, with his yachl, lias lately visited West Point, and Miss Minnie Hauck, the noted singer, has been at Cranston's Hotel. Mr James Maekin, ex State Treasurer aud ex State Senator, of New York, and his wife occupy the same cottage belonging to Cranston's Hoel la winch they spent last summer and autumn. Mrs. Macktn, who was Miss Rallle Brlttou, a noted St.

Louis belle, is considered the handsomest woman now at West Point. Mr. and Mrs. Maekln give frequent entertainments In thelrculiage. When the Brazilian Prince was there ihev cave a snlrna in his honor and also entertained Miss Minnie Hauck during her visit.

On the 6th ol July Mrs. Mackin gave a children's party in honor ol her little nieces, the daughters of her siatars. Mm. Nisnet and Mrs. Kalte, whose husband is now chief engineer of lhe New York Central and Harlem River Railroad and also of tbe New York and West Shore Railroad.

Mr. Kinsley, whose wife is the daughter of the iale Senator Hale, of New Hampshire, and a sister of the wife of Ex Secretary Chandler, owns all the land on both sides tbe blgh road between Cranston's Hotel and the gatesof the Military Academy, aud they have a cottage situated on a commanding point not far from the enclosure of the academy. It Is now closed, however, for Mr. Kinsley, whose health was poor, bas gone with his wife to Europe, to remain until Novem ber. Mrs.

Kinsley spends every winter In Wash ington with her sister, Mrs. c'hitudler. The lat ter and her mother, Mrs. Hale, are now al Ex Secretary Chandler's home In New Hampshire. Mr.

Harrison, of Ihearmy.and his wife, formerly Miss Mamie Ruy, of Washington, thedaughter of Mrs. Ross Ray, are stationed ut West point this summer, but ho expects to he ordered to the Pacific Coasl bv September and as Mrs. Harrison's sister, Mrs. Zunltrough, and her husband, who Is In he navy, ure stationed In San Frunolsco, it Is probable that Mrs. Ross Ruy will Join her daughter iu San Francisco In lhe autumn and spend the winter there.

A cousin oi Mrs. Don Cameron, who is now with her husband, Mr. Rockwell, of the army, at West Point, has a young baby about the same age of that of Mrs. Cameron. Mrs.

Rockwell Is the daughter of Colonel C. W. Mnulton, formerly of Cincinnati, whose wife is the sister of General and Senator Sherman. Senator Cameron's second duugtiier is with her husband, Lieutenant Rodgers, who Is stationed ut West Point, aud ber sister, Miss Cameron, la visiting ber. TJP THE HUDSON.

Independence Day Starting Festivities In the Picturesque Resorts of New York. All the resorts approached by the Hudson River and the West Shore and Delaware and Hudson Canal Railroad routes are beginning to receive their quota of summer guests and during the past week put on their first show of activity. Lake George will be even moro popular than ever, and as Its beauties arc becoming more recognized it Is gelling to be a place whore families go to spend the entire season, though the most pop ular time for visiting It is tho last of July or early In August. Nothing can be finer than tbe scenery around Green Island and Bolton, where lrom the beautiful Sagamore Hotel the noble mountain, thirty eight hundred feet high and six miles off, rises boldly Into view. Many Improvements have been made at this point since last year, and, among others, Mr.

William B. Benient has built two handsome Biructures, one of which he will occupy himself. The hotel, which Is owned by Philadelphians and admirably managed by Mr. Brown, has been much improved and a number of attractions iiuve been udded to tbe grounds. Among the PhilHilelphinns who have already arrived are Mr.

Bement and family, Mr. E. B. Warren and fumlty, Mr. H.

H. Barton, Mr. und Mrs. F. T.

8. Darley, Miss Baldwin, Mr. George Burnham, Dr. W. L.

McCundless and Mrs. Waldo M. Cluflin. Among those for whom rooms are reserved and who are soon expected are Mr. Robert Gleudln nlng and family, Mr.

George A. Huhn aud family, Mr. nnd Mrs. George A. Huyl and family, Mr.

Frederick Lovejoy and family, Mr. Caleb J. Milne and Mr. E. W.

Bailey. The cloud effect of the lake ure now very fine nnd tbe balmy air of the mountains sweeps down and mingles wlla the refreshing breezes of the lake. The week was an eventful and enjoyable one In the Catskllls and large numbers of guests arrived on Saturday preceding the Fourth at tbe Grand Hotel and the Kaaterskill, the two leading hotels. There were fireworks at both places and a number of Interesting festivities on Monday. Tbe display of fireworks In Kaaterskill Park wus unusually fine.

Arrangements have been made al this resort to have Prolessor Le Boullt Her, an English aeronaut, make a number of bal loon asoenslous during July and give trapese performunoes In mld nir. Among the arrivals of tie week at the Kaaterskill Hotel have been Dr. and Mrs. R. H.

Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. James Mo Connell, Mr, and Mrs. Joel Cook, Mr. and Mrs, J.

S. Robinson and Miss Robinson, Mm Glllein, Miss Jackson, Miss Hronson, Mr. W. G. Harding and Mr.

and Mrs. W. G. Klnsey. The mountain walks are looking very attractive and many young men are out In while flannel suits, long ribbed stockings and yellow strapped shoes, The ladles also wear short mountain dresses.

gress assume Its proper place among the great easiut) uoieis. The Washington Iiight Infantry will return to the Cape this summer for their annual en campment. The Dailu Star Has aireaay Deen moving In the matter and Its Influence Is not trifling. A communication from a prominent officer ol the command to the Star Indicates the determination of the company to again tent upon Congress Hall lawn some lime In August. While the management of the new iron ocean pier last year was decidedly too last In every respect the other extreme is just now auowea to prevail.

While It must be admitted that tbe season Itself Is slow and backward It will uol be advanced any by any summer enterprise being permitted to drag along In its track. Three electric lights now illuminate tbe pier at night. A grand piano occupies tbe sea pavilion, around which It is proposed to gather other Instruments from time to lime during tbe summer. The rumor tbatalady orchestra has been engaged for the season has no foundation in fact, though President King gives tbe assurance that many novelties In entertainments shall be presented. A complimentary dinner to theofflcers and trustees of the Penn Mutual Agency Association, of Philadelphia, composing the agency and premium committees, was tendered by the association al the Stockton Hotel on Thursday evening.

About thirty gentlemen sat down to an elaborate menu. The death of Colonel Corkhlll, Dlsirlct Attorney of tbe District of Columbia, Is sadly received at Cape May, where lie has been a regular visitor for many seasons. He and Chief Justice Miller and family were expected at the New Columbia Hotel. Judge Miller has postponed bis visit to Cape May In consequence of the death of bis friend. Mrs.Wharton Fisher, as brown and bonny as ever, Is, as usual, one of the most daring of the lady bathers.

Mr. Theodore Camp, the shipbuilder, will, with his family, soon locate at the New Columbia. Mr. Max Rlebenaek, second con. trollerof the Pennsylvania Railroad, is with his family at Congress Hall for the season.

A party of sixteen ladies and gentlemen from Baltimore arrived on Friday at the New Columblaand took possession of the commodious cottage opposite, which the proprietors of that hotel have already been obliged to lease. Senator Reyhurn, who oo cuplesoueof the most delightfully located cottages on the Island, drives a fine pair of dark bays. Mrs. Tyndale, widow of General Heclor Tyndate, is at Congress Hall for the season. Mark Hassler Is about to organize a series of Sunday evening concerts, to be given in the parlors of Congress Hall.

The widow of the once noted Phil Kearney occupies one of the beach cottages. A tine tennis court has been put up on the lawn of the New Columbia. There is more dressing this season than Is usual at Cape May. Mi's. Albert Moore Is said to be the most, elaborately dressed lady at tbe Stockton.

Mr. and Mrs. Beverly English are guests of the Blockloo. Quite a number of prominent theatrical people will spend tbelr holiday at. Cape May.

Miss Kate Forsyth, accompanied by her mot her. Is expected very shortly at the New Columbia. Mrs. D. P.

Bowers has also secured rooms there. Peruginl, the tenor, will, before sailing for Europe, be a guest at one of the cottages. DOWN AT 8IA GIRT. How the Week of the Fourth Was Passed at the Old Stockton Mansion. Sea Girt was the liveliest place on the New Jersey coast on tbe national holiday and has been growing in gayoty since.

The Beach House, with Its marine paraphernalia, is where the life of tbe place has been concentrated. Besides fireworks and music and the other demons! rations usual (o tbe celebration there was an open air stereopticon display. Introducing Revolutionary and patriotic scenes and portraits appropriate to the occasion. Another interesting feature was tbe publication of a curious Utile paper called The Med, White and Jilue. filled with contributions by guests of the house and sold In aid of a Iresb air fund for poor children.

Among others Dr. Perslfor Frazer, who has Invaded the literary arena as a rival ot Mr. Boker, the only literary man in Philadelphia," contributed a poem on tbe Fourth, In which occurred the couplet Our rights upon the ocean will be guarded by our tars, And, as for all our sea coast, It Is full of Boldts and bars." Colonel John I. Rogers was stirred by the sur rouudings to declare. In lhe course of an effusion from his muse, that "Freedom here personified In boundless sea and tree fringed strand, Sings with the ebb and flow of lide The enfranchisement of our laud." Mr.

C. W. Sclianlt, of the New York Tribune. also contributed a number of articles and arranged tbe make up of the paper, which wus altogether a capital hit. The Beach House itself has been hardly able to accommodate the guests who have been arriving duri ng the week, and some of tbe neigh boring cottages have bad to be called Into requi sition.

The array of guests Is the most notable ever gathered at this fashionable resort. There are over fifty nurses and governesses belonging to private families in the house, not to men tion the coachmen. Among the Phlladelphlans who have arrived durlnfr the week nra Mrs. Hartshorne, Mr. Charles Kdward Ingersoll, Mrs.

John Hulmeand Miss Hulme.Profcssor Kendall, of the University of Pennsylvania Miss Wlstar, Mrs. Wharton Smith. Mr. and Mrs. Frank P.

Snowden, Mr. H. Pratt MeKean, Mr. Eli i rice, Mr. and Airs.

J. Willis Martin, the latter who was Miss Price, a receut bride Mrs. Robert S. Sturgis and her graceful daughter, Miss S. B.

Sturgis, a beautirul girl Just about to enter society; Mr. A. A. Dinsmore, Mr. and Mrs.

Josiati M. Bacon, Mr. Andrew M. Gray, Mr. John Hampton Barnes, Mr.

and Miss Bunting, Mr. Alexander Biddle and family, of Chestnut Hill Air. Edward S. Whelnn and family, Mr. Charles L.

Peterson and family, of Chestnut Hill, and Mrs. E. M. Hopkins and family, ol Torresdale. Also, Miss Wolfe, Mrs.

Nassau. Mr. G. M. Roosevelt, Mr.

Alfred K. Leightfoot, Mr. A. C. Oilman and Mr.

Charles Baldwin Fosdecb and others of prominence from New York, and numerous representatives of well known families Iroin other cities. There has been hardly a day unmarked by some pleasing entertainment at the Beach House. Tho orchestra, led by Henry Hahn, Is unusually good and besides dance music every evening gives a concert dally. Besides about twenty more or less fashionable babies in the bouse there are thirty or forty children and masters and misses under thirteen or fourteen years of age. Among them are some of the brightest and most Interesting children ever gathered under one roof.

Most ot them have mains ana other attendants, some carriages of their own and a good ninny ol them take their champagne and chicken salad and go through the whole bill of fare like little men. They dress in the height ol Juvenile fashion and have different dresses lor different sports lu which Ibey engage. A regular playground and series of grottoes have been constructed for Ihem In the thick pine woods back of the house, and tents are also erected for them on the sand. In the catalogue of Interesting Juveniles maybe mentioned tho four boys, two of Ihem twins, sons of Mr. F.

H. Bangs, a New York lawyer, and little May Sharpsteen, who though but Ave years old Is an heiress worlh nearly 81,000,000, has over forty dresses and has crossed the ocean six limes. Edith Clover Heverln, the wonderfully clever child daughter of Mr. James H. Heverln, who has been here hlmseir nearly all the week, Is a great, pet and considered "cule far beyond her years.

Phoebe McKeun, the little daughter of Mr. Thomas McKean, who Is hero visiting ber grandmother, is golden haired, sweet aud amiable and In face and manners one of the loveliest children It would be possible to cnoounter. Mrs. John Lowber Welsh bas a bright boy and charming girl, who are graceful dancers and active In all their relatives, the little Misses and Master Newbold, who have been visiting there, are also very prelty and attractive cblldreu. One of the brightest and most popular boys In the house Is Master Ellery Man, son of Mrs.

F. H. Man, of New York. Dr. Perslfor Frazer's children, Charlotte, Percy and Jack, take an active interest In all the Juvenile amusements and are pretty dancers and fearless in the water.

Mrs. J. R. Wood bas a sweet and sunny little daughter, Maud, who Is a beautiful dancer. Mr.

Frank Snowden also has a prelty blonde boy. Tbe four slnnott boys, Clinton, Fred, John and Clarence, are all clever and are active In almost everything. They all swim and play cricket nnd dance and are very gentlemanly lads. Mr. Joseph Slnnott has four other children, all unmarried, who take a prominent part In the festivities of the house.

Joseph E. Slnnott, his eldest son, who has Just graduated lrum Hartford, where he had one of the most elegant suites of rooms, Is one of the most accomplished and dressy young men here. His favorite lounging suit consists of while embroidered trousers, Indian moccasins, a red silk shirt, lace hosiery, a tourist Jacket and polo cap. Mabel Claghorn, the pretty little daughter of Mr. J.

Raymond Claghorn, likes to sit and knit and is wonderfully accomplished in fancy work. One of the most Interesting boys In tne place Is the only son of Dr. DuCostn, the eminent physician of Philadelphia, who Is old iasnioned and studious and devoted to books dogs. ol cbllarn have pet Several children's germans have taken place during the week. A very beautiful and elaborate entertainment of statuary and tab leanx vlvant was given last night, In which young ladles and gentlemen as well as children participated.

Miss Abbett, daughter ol Governor Abbett, was Yum Yum In "Tbe Three Little Maids from School," from the Mikado which was admirably reproduced with correct costumes. Miss Brinckerhotf, of Jersey City, and Miss Nannie Slnnott, of Philadelphia were the other loo little maids. Miss Slnnott, who is very lair, made an admirable Elaine and Mrs. Man made a superb picture as Galatea. Mrs.

Crludo, of New York, whs Pocahontas, and quite number of well known people took parts In such tableaux as the Huguenot Lovers," "Waiting, Proposing aud Accepting," "Pin Money and Needle Money," "lied Riding Hood," "Faust and Marguerite," etc. Master Tloldt and Miss Sharpsteen were considered very "cunning" In a tableaux entitled "Sleeping Beauty," which was the only one Introducing children. A large and elegant german will lake place this week, to be led by Mr. Criado, who Is considered one of the handsomest men In New York Fortonate Philadelpliians Who Are Enjoying Summer Holiday. THE FOURTH BY THE SEASHORE THE 8EAS0N BRIGHTLY OPENED EVERYWHERE BY THE NATIONAL ANNIVERSARY.

FROM CAPE MAY TO BAR HARBOR Points of Interest All Along the Sandy and the Eocky Coast. Yesterday terminated an eventful week at Atlantic City. The anniversary of the nation's Independence was celebrated by the city on Monday by the entertainment of the largest crowd of people everon the Island at one time. Closely following this vast assemblage of people came the Pennsylvania Editorial Association with Its three hundred members and Invited guests and consequent hop, banquet and sailing excursion. Among other important matters was the arrival of committees representing the Master Builders of the United States, the B'ifth Maryland Regiment, the Iron Association of Pittsburg and their successful arrangement for early entertainment.

This resort never before had such a large representation from all sections of the country as during the past week, and the hotel proprietors say the letters received Inquiring for rates and accommodation since the fourth warrant the belief that, weather favorable, tills will be the most successful season they have ever bad. The week was also remarkable for the arrival of distinguished people. Rear Admiral Porter, of the United Slates navy, and family, registered at the United Stales Hotel on Thursday. They expect to spend some time here. Postmaster Harrlty arrived on the same day.

Colouel Quay went down a few days earlier and has been sea Ashing every day, breakfasting at five o'clock and rarely returning until the shades of evenin, He has had marvelously good luck, landing several drum fish, numberless sea bass and a goodly number ol sheepsbead. Drum are bis favorite game and bis stay will be governed by theirs. He seldom lakes anybody with him, rare his skipper, Sony, but this week Editors Cooper and liensei, senators oraay, May nn, wewmeyer, Sherlff Leeds and one or two gentlemen from Beaver accepted invitations totry thelrlucfc with him. The Colonel is terribly tanned and looks like a veritable salt water man. He wears a light and badly buttered Kossuth hat.

a boUle greeu flannelshirtand lightcorduroy trousers. Aboxof nne cigars and a lunch basket Invariably aceom panyhlm. Professor Penrose took hlsfamily down for the summer on Tuesday. Dr. Penrose recently Invested largely in meadow land bordering on Beach thoroughfare, and by dyking ha proven conclusively that the meadow prairie etween AManticand the mainland can be reclaimed and made profitable for farming purposes.

He has vegetables and corn growing now, where nothing bill salt grass would thrive ayear ago. Dr. Henry H. Smith is at the Seaside and spends much of his time in sailing. John Fontaln, whom Secretary Whitney appointed to take charge of all government work at Roach's ship.

yard, and other builders are at the Stockton. Major George S. Gibbons, U. S. A.

Dr. Joseph Hugg, U.S. and General Hastings are a trio frequently seen along the beach. Mrs. George DeB.

Keim, Mrs. Lockwood, wife of William E. Lockwood, and her sister, Mrs. S. E.

Reed, are guests at the Stiolbnrne. Emerson Bennett, son of the novelist, has laid aside bis law books and Is resting for a brief time. Z. De Forest rented a cottage near the ocean during the week. The commanding figure of D.

M. Fairfax, of Virginia, Is observable nearly every evening along the beach. Among the expected arrivals In the near future are the Governor of Delaware at the Ashland. Ex Mayor Glipin has rooms In a cottage on Connecllcut avenue and is in a ery feeble condition. Mr.

George H. Moore, proprietor of the Girard House, Is down trying to do the sen bass. He will be at the Mansion for a few days. Captain W. H.

Taber, cashier of the People's Bank, has a suite of rooms at the United States Hotel. Progressive euchre parties are exchanged between the families of such, well known Philadelphia meu as Robert McLaughlin, C. A. McManus, Wlntht'op Smith, Mayor Smith, Colonel Stewart, William H. Berry and Dr.

Roberts. A. S. L. Shields Is one ol the most expert surf swimmers observed during bathing hour.

F. P. Kaercber, secretary and treasurer of the Philadelphia and Heading Coal and Iron Company, makes his headquarters at the Seaside. His favorite pastime is reading in a beach pavilion. Rev.

G. D. Baker, pastorol the Second Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia, will preach to the congregation of one of the local churches before he returns to Philadelphia. Dr. Genmtntowu, stopping at the Tray more, Is a good smootli waier fisherman.

Dr. James J. Levlck Is among the late arrivals at the Brighton, as Is also Miss Elizabeth Scbaffer, sister of the late cashier of the Girard Bank. E. B.

Thompson, of Girard College; Dr. Wolford, Walter Kelm.sonot Ex Sheriff Kelm, and Henry Patterson, of Hie old Patterson family, are down for a short sojourn. A number of politicians will go to the Island this morning, and doubtless to night the porch of Alexander McCuen'e Club House will show quite a group of them. Ex Coroner God dard will be down, as will also John J. McCaffrey, of the Sixteenth ward.

Harry Clay, also ol the Sixteenth ward; Daniel Abern, Assistant Commissioner of Highways In the Fourth district, and William Delaney, Inspector of the same section; Joseph Conklin, highway and bridge contractor; Jess Shelmlre and Bob Lister Smith are expected. City Commissioner Mr. F. McCully and School Director William Kendrick are likely to be at Ex Llentenant James Flaherty's Hotel. Ex Pension Agent Major E.

H. Nevln and Hon. George Eyster, Assistant United States Treasurer at Philadelphia, are at. the Dennis. Al Crawford and John Lines have opened a club bouse back of Ft neli's and wllhin a square of Sheriff Leed's cottage.

This place, McCuen's, Flaherty's and 'Squire McMullen's Beach House, are where Philadelphia's local statesmen may most likely he found when down by the sea. Quay, however, keeps close to the Lnpierre and the yacht Lillio Covert. When ashore his chief pastime is reading the newspapers or a book, the work occupying his present leisure time being the French novel "Salaambo." Some of Joe Souder's friends seem to have transferred his fight for the Legislature to the seashore, as have the friends of Dave Schuyler, candidate for Coroner. Nearly every bar room and public place has a placard announcing the lattor's candidacy. Messrs.

Urine and Moser, Collectors of Mercantile Taxes, will remain for a week. The coming encampment of the Fifth Maryland Regiment has every promise of being a magnificent success. The Governor ot Maryland and the Mayor of Baltimore have both promised the encouragement of their presonoe and the boys are stimulated in other ways to make a creditable showing. The regiment's hop will be given at the United Slates Hotel. Washington's crack militiamen are In demand by the resort people.

A rivalry 1b going on to oapture their encampment, which Is announced for August. In past years the Light Infantry has gone to Cape May, but Atlantlo City and Long Branch this year are being considered. If It Is finally decided that the tents shall bespread in Atlantic City this year the Marine Band will accompany the soldier boys. Notwithstanding the authorities this spring imposed a heavier fee for liquor license, with a view to decreasing the number of saloons, more saloons have been granted license than hitherto. One hundred and ihlrty one permits for liquor selling have been Issued, the city receiving over IteO.OOO compensation.

While the wisdom of prohibiting all business trafflo on the ocean side of the beach walk was thought to iiy.M determined by the last municipal election, nearly as many booths are open as ever. The laying of the corner stone, the con serration arid the unveiling of the cross of tbe new Catholic Church, St. Monica's, win occur this morning at 11 o'clock. This new church has a capacity for eight hundred people. The cornerstone will be placed In position by the Rlnht Rev Bishop Farrell.

who will also preach .1 the Solemn High Muss celebrated by the Very Rev. A. McAvoy, principal of the Aagustlne Order. Very Rev. Father C'autwell, Very Rev M.

A. Walsh, V. Very Rev. P. A.

sianton o' S. Rev. M. Fllan and Rev. N.

J. Murphy' 8. of Philadelphia, besides a large number of priests from other places, will be present. Pro lessor H. J.

Thunder will play a solo during the oflertory, after which he will be assisted by a quartette from St. Augustine Church. Among oilier articles put In the corner stone will be a copy of The Times of Sunday last, containing a fae slinlle of the Declaration of Independence, CAPE MAT. News and Note! From the Pleasant and Popular Resort. The week at Cape May was ushered in with true pntrlotlo ardor.

At the Sunday dinner at the New Columbia a very appropriate and unique menu card a representation of a huge firecrackergreeted the guests, many of whom retained them as souvenirs of tbe day and the occasion. Monday at the same house was devoted to holiday sports on the lawn. Great orowds of people assembled on both Perry and Jackson streets, upon the verandas adolning houses and lots. In the evening Ore works were exploded on the same grounds. The other hotels took but jit tie note of the day, except the performance by orchestras of patriotic airs at their morn ingconcorts.

The Initial hops of the season were Stockton and Columbia Hotels on lUL i eTonnn. Bd were very enjoyable. Fro hr Is master of ceremonies at the II Foss manages those of Liv.o HP" 8t lhe Slockton are gien on lucsday, Thursday and Saturday even a a SUMMER NOTES. Personal Heme From the Various Resorts Where Phlladelphlans Are. The usual question asked In startlnat ont on Ashing excursions ut Atlantic City and Barnegat Is, "Are the lungch and whisky and cigars all right?" Thoquestion of bait is of minor Importance.

Mr. and Mrs. James Stlnson areat the Coleman House, Asbury Park. Mr. Newbold H.

Trotter Is spending the summer lu a cottage at Atlantic City. Mrs. Hoopes, of the Traymore, Atlantlo City, has sold the properly and will go to Europe for her health. Mrs. Cuyler and the Misses Cuyler sailed for Europe last week.

It is expecled that the Rev. Dr. Philip Grace, of Newport, will succeed the late Rev. Dr. Hen drickeu as Roman Catholic Bishop of Rhode Island.

Admiral Porter has been paylnga flying visit to Atlantic City. Mr. Rountree, the well known Irish orator and agitator, sailed for Europe last week accompanied by his daughters. Mr. T.

A. Swope Is at the Colonnade Hotel, As uuiy i ai Mr. E. M. Padelford, after a year's solourn Europe, has returned, bringing his handsome pleasure yacht with him and has arrived at Newport, where he will spend the summer with his unae.

Mr. George C. Boldt, of the Beach House, gave a sailing pany In his yacht, on Barnegat Bay, last ween in nonor oi Air. uesi.ulles, ot Pittsburg. Mrs.

T. J. Rose and family are amone the Philadelphia guests at the La Pierre, Asbury Governor Abbett and family will nnend most oi ine summer at eea Girt, wnere he is bavin? a cottage niteu up ior nis family. Prluce Leopold, of Brazil, will be one of the social sweus oi tuo sensou at Newport, For several seasons at Saratoga the visitors have been drinking less aud less of the mineral waters. More than half the rowers at Lake Genrra are young ludies, who handle the oars iu perfect taiu.

Tho best fishing In the St. Lawrence and Thou sand lsiunds region Is around Cape incent. A handsome observatory has been bullion Mount Otsego, midway between Cooperstown uuu nicuueiu npriogs. As yet, very few striking or extravagant bath ing nuua uuve uiauo ineir appearance at L.oug DIUIlCU. Sir Robert and Lady Maxwell, Sir Henry Tyler and a party of eluht French naval officers are regisierea at the union House, Niagara Falls.

Mrs. Harry Ingersoll has arrived at Newport. Among the curiously named Massachusetts hotels are the pequolg House, the Insarbuipolen, tbe Quinslgumoud aud the Muscbopaiige. Mr. Edward T.

Steel, president of the Board ot baucaiion, is anout to siart on a trip to Europe with bis bride. Rev. Dr. and Mrs. Postlewalte, of West Point, who are well known In Philadelpbia.areatNew port as the guests of Mr.

John W. Ellis, of New York. Now Is the time when tbe man whose wife Is outof town goes off on a lively jamboree with his masculine friends and writes his better half telling ber bow lonely he Is. Doctors Insist that no one, especially women or children, should venture to Indulge In sea bathing while laboring under any emotion or excitement. Mr.Jobn Cadwalador while at Newportspends most of bis time wit Colonel Bonaparte, of Baltimore, who is now there, after an absonce of several years.

Mr. Stokes, of Philadelphia, has rented the "What Cheer" Cottage at Narragansett Pier for the season. Mr. and Mrs. D.

L. Curtis and Mr. J. B. Wlcker sbam are at Newport.

It is already uotlcenble this season that people at summer hotels are notputtlngonusmanyuirs as they used to. The silly young fellow In big chocks, fresh from college, is an almost Invariable feature of every summer hotel. Mrs. Alfred Post, of Now York, and Mrs. George W.

Davis, nee Grieves, of Chicago, are visiting their uncle. Major William D. Moore, In this city. Among the recent Philadelphia arrivals at Narragansett Pier are Miss Borie, Mr. Sewull H.

Brown, Miss Stocker and Mr. George Willing aud family. Mrs. Baynrd, of Philadelphia, has arrived at the Hazard Cottage, at Newport. Mrs.

W. E. Russell, of Philadelphia, Is among the guests at the Seaview, Long Branch. Admiral and Mrs. Mullany will' pend tbe latter part of the summer at Magnolia, on the Massachusetts coast.

Rear Admiral Nicholson and family are at the Grand Hotel, in lhe Catskllls. Two pleasant concerts were given during the week under the direction of Manager Morton, of McCaull's one at the Bryn Mawr Hotel on Wednesday and one at Devon Inn on Friday night. As the camp of the First Regiment at Devon will be purely for instruction, there will be no nciueniai lesiiviues. Among the recent visitors at Delaware Water Gap was Mr. William Struthers, of Philadelphia.

The Traymore House, at Atlantic Citv. has been sold for Tbe purchaser was W. W. Green, of Cupe May. Mrs.

I. R. Reaver, of Gcrmantown. is visiting Ocean Grove. Mr.

William Arrott Is still very 111 at his home at Chestnut Hill, While a gentleman who bad been at the con. cert at Wissahlckon Inn on Wednesday last was getting on the truln somebody picked his gold waicu irom nis pocket. The congregation of the Methodist Enlscooal unurcn ut unesinut mil are arranging lor au ex cursion up the Hudson. Anions' the Philadelphians al Saratoga are Henry Morris, John F. Mitchell and family.

Mi's. iuarvia uuu xt. jj. morns. Mrs.

Samuel Bell and Miss Jennie Bell are at the Aquldueck, Newport. Mrs. A. M. Howell and T.

F. Questaare staying nt ine ai lam ic uouse, iiong uraucn. J. tl. uouia, is at tne unuea suites noiei.

Mrs. Catherwood, of Philadelphia, has taken the Hodges Cottage at Newport. There Is now hardly a seaside or mountain re sort wilhout its own theatre. Almost every leader of a summer hotel band now writes "professor" before his name. Mr.

and Mrs, F. M. Gilpin are at tbe Brighton, Atlau tic City. Mr. nnd Mrs.

George B. Bains and their friend, Miss Harrison, areat the Berkeley, AllanticCity. A new Roman Cat hollo church at Atlantlo City will be dedicated to day. Mr. George Bancroft, the historian, entertained a party oi irienasni dinner at nis Newport residence on tbe 4th of July.

W. L. Roberts. Mrs. Louis Hano nnd Harrv Conrad are staying at the Howland House, Long iirancn.

Mrs. C. C. Thum and her niece. MIssTillle Van Rensselaer, aro at the Monmouth House, Spring Luke.

They will spend the month ol August ut ouruioga. Mrs. A. H. Wllslnch Is at Wissahlckon Inn, Mr.

A. W. Kelsey, of Chestnut Hill, la spend IUK lUO BUIIIIIICr Hfr JCUCIDUII, 11, IX. Among the Phlladelphlans registered at the nowiana noiei, ijong urancn, are u. Potts, C.

R. Lewis, R. Ellis, Mrs. John Tucker, Mis. Evans, Mrs.

E.W. Benson, Mr. and Mrs, William Heury MauleandMrs. Duubar Price. Among the arrivals at the Hygeia Hotel, Old Point Comfort, are the following lioin Phlturiei.

phia: Roger Sherman, Eugene Peltlt, C. Anderson, Warren Wolfersberger, Lillian M. Wolfers oerger, wiiuam s. echonetd, William M. Somerset, Miss E.

Speldef, Ed Eldred, W. O. MoCurdy, Henry Russell Wray, Miss Haxgenboiham and J. Huggenbolbum, Mrs. Jessie Benton Fremont, who spent last winter In Washington, has remained there up to the present time at work on ber book.

Commodore Garrison's widow and her stsler and their lather, Mr. Randell, expeot to leave their Long Branch cottage the middle ol July and go to Richfield Springs, where Mr. Randell will take tbe sulphur baths for his rheumatism. Mrs, Anderson, formerly of Washington, and her daughter, tbe wife of General Fremont's son, are al their summer home on the Hudson, nearly opposite West Point, and olten rross fo attend the festivities at the Point, Inoluding tbe dress parade In tbe afternoon. One or Ex Senator Stockton's sons spent tho 4th and 6th of July at Cranston's.

Mrs. John P. Slockton and Miss Stockton have now gone to the West End Hotel at Long Branoh, whence hey will soon go to the Spring House at Richfield Springs. A large party, after spending June at Cranston's Hotel, West Point, went on July 1 from here to the Spring House at Richfield Springs. Among the number were Mrs.

nnd Miaa Pnsetr (widow and daughter of the late General Casey), and Mr. and Mrs. Van Voorhls, of New York, and their widowed daughter in law, Mrs. Van Voorhls, and her father, Mr. Preston, all of New York, John ti.

CnrneroBH and ntmllv at viimib nt iha Hotel Royal, Atlantlo City,.