litmi il ll.UJWL.UaH, 14 THE' PITTSBURG- DISPATCH, SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7,. 1890. SB PS rQ A$ ?-Jr "jgagg- J iS4ii4i ! zJ ec The rejalar monthly meetinz of the Acade xny of Science and Art w as held at theAcade m House on Friday eveninp. Mr. John A. Brahear read a paper entitled "Kitty Years of Astronomical Piiotojrapuv." The paper was Illustrated by Mr. Brashcar's priTate collection of astronomical photographs, as well as lantern slides ny the most eminent auronomlcal pho toirapbers in the world. Itmaj n. t be cener Klly understood that while the papers offered from time to time may be considered lectures, they arc open for discussion in the tanio wa as papers lead before any art or scientific sm iety. buch discussion is desired and will prove high ly profitable to the members if judiciously in dulged in. A charming bit of sculpture was exhibited In Gillespie's window during the past wceL. It is an original design for a monument to Robert Burns, and was modeled Dy Siguor Apallom, a gentleman who has been engaged for some time on a frieze in the art room w hich is a part of the homo of H. K. Porter, at Oakland. This figure, which represents the poet standing In a gracelul attitude, reading, is full of charm ing qualities of deign ai.d everywhere gives the moat decided evidence of an intuitive feel ing upon the part of the sculptor for the picturesque quality m drapcrv and accessories The costume is well adapted to a display of this quality and affoided the opportunity for artistic handling, but the rare touch of one keenly alne to the possibilities of the subject was needed to produce tins delightful freedom of treatment and master of detail. Abide from these, winch may be cnnidercd second ary qualities the figure is full of action ana a certain air of jollj hcotch freedom in perfect keeping with the subject, and the modeling and pose of the head are admirable. If this Burns was executed in Pittsburg, then It is safe to say that in the line of sculpture nothing like it has ever been produced here, and the author should be given the freedom of the citj. Mr. AtMn, of Mo long.thela Citv, exhibits th.s week two pictures of flowers. One Is of a Tate, with flowers, and the other panaies. The near approach of the holiday season has the effect of crondine our portrait artists with work designed for Christmas presents. Un fortunately those desiring this kind of wor& deity ordering until almost the last moment, forgetting that time is required for the produc tion of good work. Mr. George Storm exhibits a portrait as his latest production. Two new pictures by Mr. Al King were seen at Bovd's during the week. One is a forest piece, carefully and well painted, and the other and smaller canvas is a picture of game. A large marine painting by A. Dies, of Rome, was exhibited at Boyd'a during the past week. It was painted forthe seminary at Loretta, near treston. It is understood that a numberof pictures are awaiting the action of the committee appoiuted to dec de upon the acceptance of works of art for the Carnegie gallery in Allegheny. This coiLmittee ha a delicate task to perform, and cne which sLould be undertaken with discre tion and sincerity. Its deliberations should be absolutely stcret, because while it is not proba ble it is at leajt possible tbit all the art works offered maj not be of that qualitv, from an artistic stai upnint, which wi I mike them de sirable works for the collection. If Allrglicnv Is to have a collection, the quality of it is of paramount impoitance. To this c'nd it may at some time iu the future be necessary to bar a painting which will be offered with the best feeling and intention possible. Uheonewho kinrilr offers such a work should not (he will not if he is a fceusible man) feci the least degree ot resentment, because the action will, if taken, bo in the Interests of the erv institution vhich he himself proposes to benpfit. AH who defire to contribute Miould bo inwted t do so upon tui fair understanding, that the works are to be passed upon by a committee and that the deliberations of this committee are to be absolute!) "eciet. If the one who proposes to donate a work is satisfied that the committee is con petent, its decision should be to him final and satisfactory. C. S. Eei-hart has placed on exhibition at Bielman's Art Galleries, I'ifth avenue, New York, a collection of his works in black and white, which is attracting much attention and calling forth the most favorable comment. The beautiful picture by Daubigny that was catalogued at the Barye exhibition as ".Land scape," but the right title of which is "Car-nere-sonPoiss," and which is owned by Mr. John G. Johnson, of Philadelphia, is etched by W. C Bauer. It is one ot the huest of Dau bigny's works, and 1. is pl-aant to find it re produced as an etching l an American artist. A number of new etcuing hate appeared dur ing the wei E. One by Wmslow Horner, "On Baranic Lake." is tho most notable of all of them, first, bccirse Mr. Homer may justly be plated at the head of what we term the 'American fachool" of painting, and second, because this etching of a man in a boat fly flshi ig has a most individual side iu treat ment. AT Kclchard's gallerj in Xew York there is an exhibition of -0 paintings b) II. W. Ranger. At the Philadelphia Art Club the picture by CliJord Grayson called "Bereft" has been bought with the fund of the clnb. It was bou n In Sew York a good while ago, and rep resents a fisbcrmaii't wife crouched together in the Jgony of aiccent los. 'I he landscape, by Dennis Bunker, w him took a prize at the Chi cago Kxliil-.tion, is another punn ie for the club Ihis picture was at the Exhibition of the bociety of American Artists last spring. TnE Society of British Artists has persuaded Messrs. Burnc-Jones and George F. Watts to become members of the society. The latter has scut to their exhibition a portrait of Ten njon in his peer's roue", front lace, with a background ot groenish tapestry. Mr. James 51. lustier has not sent a contilbution,thougU he is an ex-President. A NEW art clnb Is about to be formed in Bos ton called tho Unity. It will include photographer-, wood carvers and draughtsmen for the press, as well as water colorists, paiutersjia oil and sculptors. Three stained glass windows by John La Farge have been placed in the Unitarian Church on Woodward avenue, Detroit. m w Or the showing made by the Society of Ama teur ood Engravers at tho Mnseuni of Fine Arts, the Boston Herald sajs: "It is the most beautitul, complete and extensive collection of wood engravings ever seen here, and its like will probaby not be seen iu Boston again for a long time to come." A ev etching by Mr. Charles A. Piatt his Just made Its appearance. Mr. Klackner is the publisher. The plate is entitled "steam and Tide," and rep cscnts a lighter coming up tho North river. The citv stretches along the liori rou from one side of the plate to the other with the linos of mists at the ducks and the roofs ot buildings delicately indicated against the sky. The Philadelphia Telegraph says : "It is be coming more and more evident that artistic portraiture, so far irom being relegated to the Umbo of by gone things, is growing in favor wjth the more intelligent and cultivated classes of the community, and meeting with ever-increasing appreciation and respect. The educa tional influence of the great portraits by the eld masters brought to this country within tne past ten years may have aided in forwarding this result. The monumental works of Rem brandt, Velasqi.cz anil Van Dvck. which it has been the happy lortune of the artistic com munity of America to acquire within the dec ade. Lae awakened an inu rest in portraiture and extended a knowledge of its true chaiacter that unquestionably has been salutary. Ho in telligent observer can contemplate such master pieces as "Tho Gilder," "The Burgomaster," "Charles IL," "Philip L" and .others at the Metropolitan Museum of New xork.and the similar treasures publicly shown by Mr. ilar quand. Mr. bchaus and other generous collec tors, without being made aware that portraiture is, in our day and to the people of our genera tion, the highest walk of art." Portraiture may not be "the highest walk of art," as the Tele graph puts It, but it certainly is one of the higher branches: and more is the pity that it baa been degraded by cheap methods of pro ducing likenesses. It ia simply astound ing that men ot great wealth in this and other cities men to whom the 1500 or 11,000 necessary to secure a good portrait ate of tmall consideration will hang upon their walls photographic crayon portraits which would not be admitted Into the meanest art ex hibition in the land. They have absolutely no art standing, and are simply travesties upon the grand art of portraiture. A portrait should not only be a good likeness, but it should re veal the essential character of the person por trayed to a degree which can only result from the most intelligent apprehension of that char acter. It will then, oilier qualities being gnod, be a great work worthy a place in any collec tion irom considerations altogether aside from the personality of the season represented. Mrs. Mattie Goldmann exhibits at Gillespie's a portrait of Mr. Bushnell, of Craig street. T&K Reinbart exhibition of drawings In New York will continue until December 18. THE DUQUESNE THEATER OPENING. The Excellent Work Done by Local Artists in the Playhouse. The opening of the new theater was a brilliant affair. Aside from the sterling at tractions in the Emma Juch Opera Com pany, many attended the opening week in order to get a glimpse of the interior decora tions of the handsome edifice. It is finished iu a manner that reflects credit on the artists. The luster metalized wood finishing around the stage and beantifnl boxes and in the vestibule lobb v was done by Messrs. Hoff man & Kihn, Decorative Painters, whose office is at No. 107 Smithfield street, and is conclusive evidence of their skill and su periority in work. Messrs. Hoffman & Kihn have done the interior work in a num ber of onr prominent residences, and their luster metalized wood work has-been highly commended. They have a number of orders on their books lor pnblic buildings and churches to be finished this winter, and no doubt the order book will be filled after the work done on the Duqnesne Theater has been inspected. Printed India silks, regular $1 23 and $1 50 Qualities, choice designs and color ings marked now 75c and SI a yird. ttssu. Htjgus & Hacks. Fifty Per Cent Increase the Past Tear Shows plainer than all else where we stand in pnblic estimation. We will not send oat any but strictly first-class beers and ales. Families supplied direct. The Ieox Cur Bbewksg Cosh ant, Telephone 1186. Plates. Serving or stationary dinner plates are the correct things. We now have our stock complete with all the famous potteries rep resented. Do not fail to see them; also, plates for any course. Store open till 9 O'clock. EEIZEhSTEKT, 152, 154, 156 Federal street, Allegheny. Lunch sets, table cloths, with napkins to match, fringed and hemstitched, sizes 8-1 to 14-4. Special values now offering. ttssu Hughs & Hacks. 24. Louvre. 24. Gents' cuff and collar sets, ladies' mani cure sets, ladies' glove and handkerchief cases just opened to-day; prices the lowest, 24 Sixth st, directly opposite Bijou. No connection with any other store. CALL up 1626 and have Hangh &Keenan send lor your furniture needing npholster ing. Su THEATER. PIMM'S LEADING THEATER. DAVID B, HENDERSON Manager. To-Monw, Honflaj Mm, Doc. 8. Matinees, Wednesday and Saturday. rH KARL, MACDONALD A BAftN ABEE, Proprietors. A Company of Distinguished Artists. Tom Karl. W. H. MacDonald, H. C. Barnabee, Edwin Hofi, Feidinand Schutz, Eugene Cowles, Geo. Frothingham, Fred Dixon, Peter Lang, Marie Stone, Jessie Bartictt-Davis, Juliette Corden, Flora Finlayson, Grace Reals, Flora Lang. No Off Nights! Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday Evenings and Saturday Mat inee De Koven & Smith's Great Comic Opera, EOBIN HOOD, (NEW). Wednesday Matinee. Special Family andChll dren Prices GO cents to All Parts of the House, BohemianGirl Thursday Evening Marie Stone's Great Crea tion by Oscar Well, Suzette All New Scenery, Costly Costumes. Grand Chorus and Orchestra Evenings at 8, sharp. Matinees at 2. JBOSTONIA.ES' FBICE8. Parquet and three rows In Circle, $i 5a Balance Circle and two rows balcony, $x. Balance of Balcony, 75c and 50c. Gallery, 35c, Boxes, ijiio and $13. December 15.-KOSINA VOEE3. deUl DUQUESNE BISTOIIS ! CHAHQES IN TAEXTTS. B. O. Agents Bold Their Annnal Con- fcrenco. The leading freight agents of the "Western system of the Baltimore and Ohio road held their annnal conference in General Freight Agent C. S. "Wight's office yesterday to talk over the issue of new tariffs. Since the inter-State law went into effect rates have been more fixed, and fevrer changes are re quired. The agents usually meet near the first of the year to see what alterations in the schedules are required. Fewer changes are to be made this year than have occurred for a long time. Bates have been very regu lar for sometime. At the meeting yesterday were A. P. Bigelow, General "Western Traffic Agent at Chicago; E. M. Davis, Division Freight Agent, Tiffin; E. T. Affleck, Division Freight Agent, Columbus; C. T. "Wight. Toledo; C. D. "Whitney, Columbus, and George D. Greene. "Wheeling. A PAIR ONE'S DREAM. How Her "Vision or Pretty Things Material lied. "I had a most agreeable dream the other night," said one young lady to another, as they came out of the Dnquesne Theater yes terday afternoon. "I dreamt," she con tinned, "of stacks upon stacks or beautiful things, all nicely arranged and waiting to be claimed by some one. "I have had visions of loveliness before, bnt this surpassed in brilliancy any I ever experienced. The display was so unique and varied. I was trying to decide which of the hundreds of rare articles hanging on all sides would make roost acceptable gifts for Jennie and brother Tom. ' . , " A lovely plush garment for Jennie, said I, 'and this charming muffler and a shaving set for Tom.' "Well, after going about for a lone time, and finally selecting what I wanted, what do you think happened me ? Nothing, my de.tr, only I awoke and found it was all a dream ! "But the strangest part is yet to come. Friday afternoon ma and I came down town to purchase a number of things, among others some Christmas presents. "We dropped into Bosenbaum & Co.'s, and, im agine my astonishment at seeing-the very articles arranged just as I had seen them in my dream. It is almost unnecessary to add that we found everything we wanted at this popular store. Their assortment of Christ mas novelties seems almost unlimited. I will tell yon in confidence that we secured several things in the wav of genuine sur prises lor pa and my young sisters. I saw nothing at the other stores we visited to compare with Bosenbaum & Co. 'a display." Greatest Clothing Sale on Record Now going on at the P. O. C. C, Pitts burg Combination Clothing Company, corner Grant and Diamond sts., opp. the Court House. A Useful Holiday Gift. A fine umbrella is the proper thing. See the low prices for fine grade umbrellas at Hauch's Jewelry Store.No. 295 Filth av. wtsu ROSA LINDE WITH ZITTERBART ORCHESTRA AT OLD CITY HALL, TUESDAY, Dec. 9, 1890. " iluT tilt de7S0 --$ Folding Beds, Wardrobes, Cabinets, Secretaries, Desks, Hall Stands, Hat Racks, Medicine Chests, Blacking Cases, Children's Rockers, Sofas, Couches, Divans, Tete-Tetes, Parlor Tables, Sideboards, Extension Tables, Book Cases, Office Furniture, . Chiffoniers, II BOSS TAH0ES TO BE HEBE , To Complete Arrangements for the Na tional Convention at St. Txrals. The annual meeting of the Executive Committee of the Merchant Tailors' Nation al Exchange will open in this city to-morrow rhorning, and will continue for two days. The gentlemen who will be in at tendance are: James S. Burbank, of Bos ton, who is National President; "W. E. Jones, Boston: B. E. Merwin, New York; Thomas J. Cunningham, Philadelphia; Julius "Winters, Jr., and L. F. Lindsay, St. Louis; C. C. F. Eichler, Baltimore; George Fisher, Cincinnati; N. C. Jlertz, "Washington; A. Becbee, Dayton, O., and Henry G. Hall, Pittsburg. The sessions will be held at the Hotel Anderson. The members of the committee are expected to reach the city to-day, and the first meeting will be held to-morrow morning at 10 o'clock. The business before the committee relates chiefly to the annual convention of the exchange, which will be held this year Tu St. Louis, on February 10. The programme will be arranged for this meetiug and the future course of the ex change mapped out. "While the committee is here the local ex change will entertain them. To-morrow night there will be a theater party at the Duqnesne Theater, and this will be followed by a banquet at the Hotel Anderson after the opera is over. Mothers, do not he without Shiloh's Cure In your house. It will core croup and whooping rough. Bold by Jos. Fleming & Son, 412 Mar ket St. Monday Evening, Deo. 8. Matinees, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Leoni Clark and His 60 Educated Cats 60 60 Educated Eats 60 60 Educated Mice 60J Prince Kokin. 4 Papillon Dancers 4 O'Brien & Bedding. Barber. Geo. H. Wood. Miss Emily Pritchard. 4 Alhanibra 4 Two Sisters Batchcllor. Two Sisters Watson. The Dolans. Pat Keilly REILLY & WOODS' NEW CLASSIC VAUDEVILLE CO. And Hil Amusing Comedy, the Mystic Order of Undertakers. Dee. 16 The Irwin Bros. Specialty Co. de7-8 FLORIDA ON WHEELS A Florida State fair in a rolling palace Irom the Lind of Flowers, en route to tho World's Fair at Chicago, 18J3, will exhibit in Pittsburc, on Seventh ave., foot of Grant St., two weeks, commencing; Saturday, Dec. 6. Admission 10 cents; children 5 cents. To defray incidental expenses. Hours 10 A- M. to 10 P. M. Wanton B. Webb. ex-Director General Florida Snb Trnpiral Exposition, Florida Commissioner to the Paris Exposition, director. defl-15 ii ODD CHAIRS! ODD CHAIRS! You surely can't select anything more appropriate for father or mother, grandfather or grandmother. How the old folks (whom we all love so well) will enjoy a comfortable chair before the fireside on a cold winter evening! And how small the cost connected with mak ing them thus happy! Think and reflect! We have a large assortment of real Antique Oak (not ash) Rockers, with plush or tapestry seats, and invite you to take your choice for $3 50. Who can't afford to buy at this price? We also have a complete variety of Reed and Rattan Rockers, finished in Antique, imitation natural cherry and sixteenth century. Prices universally low. 023, 025 AND 027 PENN AVENUE, Near Ninth Street SOMETHING TOUR WIFE WILL APPRECIATE is a handsome rug. Keech's have stacks of them. And such Rugs! The most artistic, beautiful and tasteful goods that are made. Smyrna Rugs, Persian Rugs, Turkish Rugs, Daghestan Rugs, Moquette Rugs, Fuf Rugs and Animal Rugs. Any one within your means and anyone a magnificent gift. Or, what's the matter with a pair of Lace Curtains? Probably just what your wife most desires. Well, we have them in Irish Point, Tambour, Egyptian, Notting ham, .etc .Portieres, too, are most welcome gifts. We show all the novelties in Plush, .Chenille and Turkoman. Come and see. It's the best way to get posted. Lull U LHliyLUI HIIU NEW ADVERTISEMENTS. GRAND OPERA. HOUSE. Mr. E. D. WILT. Lessee and Manager TO-MORROW EVENING AND DURING THE WEEK. Wednesdiy-MATINEES-Saturdiy. W. S. CLEVELAND'S CONSOLIDATED MINSTRELS- Positively Lareest and Most Expensive Min strel Attraction in the World. BILLY EMERSON, BAKNET FAGAN, HUGHEY DOUGHERTY, LUKE SCHOOLCRAFT, SIGNOR BENEDETTO, And the marvelous 00 In their sensational acrobatlo entertainment. Prices $1, 75c, 50c, 25c. Kext week, Daniel Frohman'i Lyceum Company, THE CHARITY BALL. COMING ATTRACTIONS. "Week Dec. 22 ELSIE LESLIE in PBINCE AND PAUPER. "Week Dec 29 Aronson's Casino Opera Company In POOR JONATHAN. "Week Jan. 6 Jefferson and Taylor's Spectacular Melodrama, HANDS ACROSS THE SEA. de7-l HARRIS' THEATER. Harris, Brltton t Dean, Proprietors and Manacers. Week Commencing Mondav, December 8. Every Afternoon and Evening, Atkinson's Comedy Co. In a Brand New Version ot PECK'S BAD BOY. New Features! New Specialties! Songs and Dances! Special engagement of the renowned Character Comedian and Specialist, JOHNNIE PR1NDLE. Week December 15 Gray & Stephens. de7-19 f I Mrtr-!" nl TUMORS cored. Mo lAlMIU U? knife. Send for testlmoa l iHI l l! M '!' U.H.McMlchael,M.D Vl II 1WUI I cj aiajara St., Buffalo. X.Y. mhlB-120-TTSoaJtwl: CTICAL HOLIDAY m K, EEC H S CASH AND CREDIT HOUSE WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA. NEW ADVERTISEMENTS. HARRY DAVIS' FIFTH AVENUE Museum. & Zoological Garden The Amusement Home of Ladies and Children! Commencing MONDAY. DEC. 8. Grand Jubilee Week. An engagement for six days only ot the World's Famous Excelsior -Plantation SINGERS, iA troupe of the native songsters ot the South in tneir realistic ana melodious reproduc tions of jubilee hymns and the quaint songs, chants, imitations and glees of Dixie's land. Betalncd One Week More, MATTIE LEE PRICE The Georgia Magnetic Girl, possessing a strange magnetic and mysterious power that mystifies, astonishes and baffles all science. LASELLE, The only living lady who eats, drinks, sews, writes and talks underwater. WHIPPLER TWINS, In their original song dances. Situs clog and instantaneous changes. An act never to be surpassed. They are so much alike yon can't tell which is which. Taylor Twin Sisters, In their original performances, singing, char acter duets, violin and banjo solos. First appearance of the Inimitable Comedian and Humorist, John Murray, In a peculiar monologue of rare earns of thought. Florence Murray, An acoomplished Descriptive Vocalist, will present her own creation. "Our Heroes of the Past," dedicated to the G. A. R. The popular Comedian and the petite Sonbratte, Charles. The Welshes. Jennie. Presenting thelrnew act, "On the Race Track." Miss Bessie Moore, The pleasing Operatic Vocalist, in choice r ballads. In the Zoological Gardens. J0CK0, The Lion Slayer. Francisco and Jimenez, The Mexican Mnslcal Marvels, introducing de lightful music on the Italian harp and a variety of musical instruments. TJie Prairie Dog Village. $5,000 mnminatea Art Gallery 000 Doors open 1 to 6, 7 to 10 P. jr. Admission, I 10 cents. de7-63 I CASH OR ON CREDIT. THE MOST ELEGANT GIFT! You can surprise your near and dear ones with is a hand some Parlor Suite, a Fine Chamber Suite, a comfortable Sitting Room Suite, a pretty Library Suite or a stylish Dining Room Suite. And it really doesn't take so much money to indulge in this grand gift-giving. The truth is, if all depends what store you go to. At Keech's you will find the choicest Furniture at most reasonable prices. And the 'system of easy payments prevailing here comes quite handy, if you haven't all the necessary cash. At any rate, call and see. You'll be the wiser for having looked and learned. Come! SOMETHING TO WEAR! Never fails to please. There hardly is a more sensible or useful Christmas gift than a Plush Sacque or Jacket, or handsome Fur-Trimmed Reefer for wife or mother, or visa-versa, a good stylish Suit or Overcoat for your husband or father. Keech's are in a position to supply these goods to meet every taste, purse and requirement. Those who look for bargains will not be disappointed. A cordial invitation is extended to everybody to call and examine goods. We shall not consider ourselves en titled to your, patronage unless we deserve it by saving you money. MOS T NEW ADVEBTTSEMEJITS. rZl UNDER THE DIRECTION OF R. M. GULICK Se. CO. Week of December 8, ONE,WEK AND SATURDAY MATINEE. r : ivery iaea f L0TTA Si A Novelty. Every Novelty THE QUEEN OF THE FAVORITES. She has the Magnetic Power and Poetic Charm that Loses Self but Wins Her Hearers. Monday and Saturday Nights MABSDE2P8 COMEDY, MUSTf! THE COMPih: Walter Allen, Will S. Rising,- Geo. H. Broderick, Harry Brown, Lionel Bland, Frank Rolleston. Helen Dayne, Mabella Baker, Adelaide Colton, Dora Wilson, t Wm.Robinson.Husical Director LOTTA Holds the Original Rights for the fun she makes. December 15 Bronson PRESENTS ... ' 023, 023 AND 027 PENN AVENUE, Near Ninth Street, RELIABLE IN THEATRE A Delight v. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thurs day, Friday Nights and Saturday Matinee, IN A, New Musical Comedy. Arranged for Lotta from the French by A. K. Ful ton, Esq. SPECIAL SCENERTCARRIED BY LOTTA OilEinal aid Catchy Mnsic. Elaborate Directoire Cos tumes of the Period. Cleverly Contrived, Well Carpentered, Tersely Written, LOTTA Appears in Five Different Characters. Howard's "Shenandoah." de791 644W446W4404 Dinner Sets, Tea Sets, Toilet Sets, Crockery, Bronzes, Bric-a-Brac, Clocks, Pictures, Easels, Pedestals, Piano Lamps, Banquet Lamps, Parlor Lamps, Silverware, Cutlery, Tinware, Woodenware, Kitchen Utensils, Stoves, Ranges. in. MM! i L0TTA j fe t, -. .&.
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