Evening Star Newspaper, February 24, 1896, Page 12

12 THE EVENING 8TAR,- MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 1896-TWELVE PAGES.: LOCAL MENTION,- --— Lafayette Square Opera House—“For Pair Virginia.” Page ee zs Allen's Grand Opera. House.—“Little Christopher.” ‘. oy New National Theater.-Hoyt’s “A Tri to Chinatown.” Academy of Music.—Ptimrose and West's Minsirels. Kernan’s Lyceum Theater.—Hydé’s‘Com- edians, with Helene Mora. a Columbia Phonograph Company, 919 Penn- sylvania avenue northwest.—Exhibition of the Graphophone and Kinetcscope. = Convention Hall, 5th and L streets north- ‘west.—Ice Palace. > Odd Feilows’ Hall, 7th between D and E Streets northwest.—Fair for the benefit of the charity fund of Washington Division, No. 1, U. R. K. of P. a7 Odd Fellows’ Hall, Sth street southeast.— Fair and bazaar of Canton Potomac, I. O. O. F., Drum Corps. a EXCURSIONS TOMORROW. Steamer Macalester for Mount Vernon, Glymont and intermediate landings at 10 am. Steamer Harry Randall for Colonial Leach and river landings at 7 a.m. Steamer Norfolk for Norfoik and Fortress Monroe at 7 p.m. a Temporarily in Washington—Dr. Alex- andre of Paris, France, spectalist, rheuma- tism, dyspepsia, lung disease, &e. 1716 F u.w. Hours, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Se = FOR TUESDAY'S MARKETERS. We made exira preparations! A very fine assortment of strictly HOME-DRESSED Beef and Lamb. Especially choice roasts and Steaks. Lowest market prices! KEAN, 35-51 Center Market, See name of Fussell’s Taffy. Page 7. For Spring Lamb and New. York Roast Beef go to John R. Kelly, 8th st. wing Center Market. Corned Beef a specialty. OUR SPECIALTY. Drop in at the new Temple Hatel Cafe between 12 and 2 daily for a fine luncheon, served in excellent style by our new chet 0c. and Iie. Yth street, opposite U. 3. patent office. CITY AND DISTRICT. Teok Rough én Rats. Ysaac Nichols, a colored musician of some repute, swallowed a dose of rough on rats with suicidal intent at an early hour yes- terday morning. He died ir the afternooa at the Emergency Hospital, where he had been taken for treatment. It 1s said that Nichols had some trouble with his wife Saturday. About midnight he swallowed the noison, and then went to house of E| villiams, 1104 C street northwest, and requested that an ambulance be summoned. After antidotes had been administered at the hospital,Nich- ols’ wife was sent for, and the couple spent some time together, and the condition of the husband seemed favorable for recovery. But, as stated, death ensued early In the afternoon. The deceased lived with his wife at 306 C Street court southwest. ——— A Presentation. Prior to the parade of the Veteran Volun- teer Firemen’s Association Saturday the organization, on invitation, partook of Tencheon with one of the members, John ‘W. Miller, at 731 Sth street southeast. As the firemen marched toward Mr. Miller's residence the unusual sight was presented of a baby carriage, built for. two, at the head of the line. In an appropriate address the chief marshal, Mr. John W. Thompson, Presented the carriage to Mr. and Mrs. Miller, and hereafter the two survivors of triplets which recently arrived at the Miller heme are to take their daily airing in the handsomé vehicle. The recipients express- ed their thanks for the unexpected gift in well-chosen words. On behalf of the fire- men, ex-President W. H. Hines presented a@ costly gold watch to President Richards. ——_ Public Schools. In The Star's Almanac for 189, on page 17, will be found interesting information concerning the public schools of the District. At ali news stands and at The Star office. Price, 25c. copy. ee For False Pretenses. Frederick Hueston, a young white man, this morning in Criminal Court No. 2 with- drew his plea of not guilty to an Indictment charging hinf with false pretenses, and entered a plea of guilty. The district at- torney so agreeing, Judge Cox suspended sentence during the prisoner's good be- havior, and he was released on his personal recognizance. The indictment charged Hueston with falsely representing to Cecilia Murphy, Mary E. Dogan and John W. Hawkins, last August, that he was employed by the Wells & Richardson Company, a Vermont cor- poration, engaged in the manufacture of Paine’s Celery Compound. He pretended that he had a qvantity of the medicine which he was authorized to sell at 25 cents & bottle, and at which price, it was charged, he sold to the persons mentioned a prepara- tion which he falsely claimed to be the medicine in question. es His Badge Take: This morning In the Police Court John Trammell was befcre Judge Miller on charges of profanity, threats and assault, and he was represented by Lawyer Sillers. Trammell was a member of the police force for several years, having served as @ member of the detective corps for sev- eral months. Saturday night, it Is charg- ed. he was uader the {fluence of liquor, ard when he went to a saloon at 1Sth and L streets, conducted by August Lohse, he created a disturbance, which came near ending in a big fight. Sergeant Keefe, who tesponded to a distress call, arrested Tram- mell, who was wezring the badge given him by the Commissioners to discharge the auties of a special policeman. He was re- lieved of his badge and was afterward re- leased on collateral. The saloonkeeper charges that Trammell used threatening Jenguage and assaulted him. The case will be tried Thursday morning. On His Good Behavior. Henry EB. Burgess, a well-known colored man, today withdrew his plea of not guilty to an indictment charging him with setting up a gaming table, and entered a plea of gullty. Burgess, it was charged, early last year conducted a poker game, and this morning he promised the district attorney that if sentence should be suspended he would never again engage in the practice. Mr. Birney so agreed, and Judge Cox told Burgess that while he would suspend sen- tence, if he should ever be brought into court again a severe sentence in the present case would be imposed. Burgess was thereupon released upon his personal recognizance during his good behavior. Soe Brought Harness Here. Saturday morning Policeman Sullivan ar- rested William 8S. Simms, colored, who for- merly lived in Hillsdale, and locked him up because he had offered for sale a valuable set of harness. He had shipped the harness here from Philadelphia by express, and had cme over on a freight train to dispose of the plunder. Word was sent to the Phila- deiph‘a authorities, and Mr. Roxbury of the Quaker city came here and identified the harness as having been stolen from him. Detective George A. Hall, who came here yesterday, identified Simms as having fig- ured in police circles in his city, and last evening he returned to Philadelphia with the prisoner. ——— Don’t Pat Up With Poor Butter. Get the best; 20c. pcund, 5-pound boxes for $1.40. D. Wm. Oyster, 340 Center market. *Phone 1285.—Advt. —____ Rich Bohemian Glassware at Auction The sal» which has been progressing for the past week at the sales room of Walter B. Williams & Co., coraer 10th street and Pennsylvania avenue, will be continued this week, daily, at 11 o’cicck am. and 3:30 o'clock p.m., owing to the intense cold weather of last week. New goods have been received, with instructions to close out the consignment this week without fail_—Advt. One Saves 30c. to 350c. For years people have been paying 80c. to $1 for finest bon bons ahd chocolates. Reeves, Poole & Co., 1200 F street, have their own candy factory, and sell the finest bon bons and chocolates at 47c. pound. absolutely pure—Advt MOSTLY NEW. FACES Old-Timers Not Numerous in the Police Court. Man Sentences Himself—Scenes as the Procession Moved Be- fore the Judge. One “There’s only one ‘old-timer’ in the toils this morning,” said Michael Flynn, the big- hearted policeman who has charge of the Police Court prisoners. “That is Mike Hil), who is such an ardent admirer of the New York Senator that the boys all call him David B. Hill, and he lkes it, too. Satur- day night he was on a tear, but now heis had his coffee and he’s satisfied.” “Indeed, an’ it was good, too,” sald the prisoner, “‘an’ it’s God bless you for it.”” “Most of the others are new faces,” the policeman said. “The weather is warmer than it was last week, and the strangers don’t stand being locked up as well as the ‘old-timers.’ Then there's Mary Blue, the only female in the.three dozen prisoners. She wants a morning paper, now that she's had her breakfast, but there's no messen- ger here.” “Indeed -I do want a paper,” said Mary. “I’m so used to reading papers after meals that I miss it now.” “What's the trouble with you, Mary?” she was asked. “Policeman McDonald arrested me be- couze I was askiug tax money to bury my dead husband,” was her response. “He died in Freedman’s Hospital Friday, and I thought I could get a little money by. asking for {t and keep him out of potter's field, policeman sgys your husband is "* she was told. -” “I can’t help that,” said Mary. “He died Fridey, and I’m a widow.” : Mary did not appear very much grieved because of her loss, but she was anxious to see what was pritted in the paper about her. Hill was the leader of Judge Kimball's Procession, and the charge against him was disorderly ‘conduct. “I'm guilty,” he answered. “Five dollars or fifteen days,” sald the court, and Hill went down to the place where he has been many times before. h The Widow Blue. Widow Blue was next called, and Police- man McDonald made the complaint-against her. ne begged the mcney,” he said, “and Grank it up as fast as it was giyen to her.” “Drowning her sorrows in the proceeds of her begging,” remarked the court. “Is her Mary denied that she had spent any of the money for rum. “I only got thirty-five cents,” she said, “and I have that now.” “I'm not going to lock you up this time,” said the court. “Go home and take care of child. Guilty,” was the plea of Henry Walker, a young colored man who appeared in the tolls for the first time. “Whe is the officer in this case?” inquired the court. _ “Mr. Wealen.’” Is this a usual case?” “Yes, sir.” | “Then make it the usual fine.” A little colored boy not wealthy enough to hire a horse and buggy called at a bi- eyele store last evening and hired a solid tire fron horse. Then he went out for a ride and Policeman Harlew, who saw him in front ef the Baltimore and Ohio de- pot about 7 o'clock without a light on the wheel, arrested him. “I hired the wheel,” said the youthful offender, “‘and the man said ’twant neces- sary to have a light.” “Sat it is mecessary,” said the court. “This time, however, I'll not impose a se- vere penalty, and you can pay a fine of one dollar.” Joshua was willing, but he did not have tke money, and so he went back. Warming Himself. Henry Johnson, colored, was in the pro- cession as a vagrant and suspicious per- son beciuse he was found warming him- self in a passenger coach at the yard of the Southern railroad. “He was in the closet and had the door locked,” said the watchman who had ar- rested him. “He said he was in the car to get warm, but there are valuables in some of these cars and we have to keep in- traders out.” : “I was only on my way through here to Baltimore,” said the prisoner. “My native home is {n Virginia.” “Why are you going to Baltimore?” “To get a job.” “The next time you start for Baltimore,” sald the court, “you keep out of cars. You may have ten days this time.” The next prisoner in line gave his name as Thomas Kingsley, and his age as eigh- teen years, although he looks much younger. “I'm not a vagrant,” he said when ar- raigned. “I came here from St. Louls on my way to Philadelphia to get in the navy.” “Last evening,” said Policeman Skinner, “I saw him coming from houses on 14th street, and when I asked him what he was doing he said he was begging, and had been given seven cents at fifteen houses.” “I was out of money,” said the boy, “and I thought it was no harm to ask for the price of a night's lodging.” “How much did you collect?” “Seven cents.” ¥ The boy promised to leave the city within an hour’s time and the court released him on his own bonds. Sorry He Came. = Tom Joknson is the name of a good-look- ing young man. who {is one of the many al- leged tramps who have been here this win- ter, and now he wishes he had remained away. “A citizen complained to me last night that the man was not only begging, but that he was also insulting,” was Policeman Oriani’s statement. Complaint was also made by a citizen. “When did you get out?” asked the court, who recognized the prisoner as having been in court before. “A month ago,” he answered, “but I've been out of the city since then.” “Where have you been?” “How much time did I give you when you were here before?” “Fifteen day: “Well, you will get two months this time.”” “TI wish I had never returned here,”* mut- tered the man as he went back, thinking over the time he will spend during the good weather. William Walker didn’t want to know “Where am I at?” when he saw Policeman Roberts last night, but he did ask: “Who in the h—— are you looking at?” “Walker,” said the policeman, “was under the influence of HMquor, and I was watching him. When he asked me who in the h— I was looking at, I arrested him.” “Was he disorderly “That was all he sald.” “Case dismissed,” said the court. George Wood, who occupied the sidewalk instead of going home and getting in bed, admitted that-he had obstructed the side- walk, and was fined the usual amount. Sentenced Himself. George Lacy’s pool room was the scene of a disorderly gathering Saturday night, and Arthur Davis and Sam Robinson, col- ored, were arrested. They were fined. “I want to go somewhere,” sald a young colored man named George Wise. 've been out of work and without food for some time, and I have no hom ““Do you want to go to the workhouse?” “I don’t want to go there,’ he answered, “but as there is nothing else to do, I'll have to go.” “Do you want a month or fifteen days?” “I guess you might as well give me a month as two weeks.” “Very well,” said the court, “you:may have a month, and if you gét work in the meantime I'll release you.’* “You are charged with being a vagrant and suspicious person,” read the clerk to Tom Hor “Are you guilty or not guilty?” jullty.”* ‘Saturday night I found him begging on 14th street,” said Policeman Hopkins. “I saw him ‘hold up’ two men.” “Thirty days.” John Anderson, who was arrested because he was begging, was given one month. Six white men appeared on complaint of Policeman Reynolds. They were charged with having obstructed the sidewalk in front of the Bank of Washington. It was in proof that most of them were sitting on the steps of the bank, while others were on the sidewalk, yesterday, one of them Intoxicated. 2 Mr. McMichael of the Central Union Mis- sion. said he had warned men in the mission not to congregate about there and disfigure the sidewalk with tobacco juice. ; ‘The man who was drunk gave his name es James Farrell and was sent down in de- fault of fine, while the others were released on their own recognizance, > DEMOCRATS CELEBRATED. Washington’s Birthday Remembered by the Interstate Association. Washington's birthday was commem- orated at Odd Fellows’ Hall Saturday night by the Interstate Democratic Association. Col. B. S. Clayton presided, and an inter- esting program, including singing by Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Wilscn, Miss Katie V. Wil- son, Miss Irma G. Callahan and Mr. Jay Marsh and readings by Mr. D. C. Bangs, was rendered. The address of the evening Was delivered by Representative James G. Maguire of California, who chose for his subject “Democracy.” Mr, Maguire was introjuced in a few well-chosen sentences by Col. Clayton, who said that the prin- ciples of eivil ‘and religious liberty for which Washington had fought the success- ful battles of the revolution were and would be forever the fundamental princl- ples of the democratic party. Mr. Mc- Guire paid an eloquent tribute to Wash- ington’s qualities, both as a soldier and a statesman, and proceeded to show how the democracy was carrying out the precepts taught by Washington and Jefferson. ee BILLY McMILLAN BURIED. Father Gloyd Reads a Lesson to the Dead Man’s Former Companions. The funeral of the late pugilist Billy Mc- Miilan took place yesterday afternoon from Lee's undertaking establishment and was largely attended by the intimates of the dead man. Rev. Father Gloyd, pastor of St. Patrick’s Church, conducted the serv- ices. In his address Father Gloyd tvok occa- sicn to read a lesson to the gathering which startled most of them with its directness and forceful application to themselves. He had little to say of the dead man, but begged those who were present to perform their honest duties and to forsake the evils that were lowering them and wearing out thelr bodies and degrading them in the sight of men. At the close of the services the coffin, which was covered with floral offerings, was taken to Mt. Olivet Cemetery and there in- terred. The pallbearers were Pat Raedy, W. H. Palmer, Geo. Northridge, William Yeates, Henry Founce and Geo. Campbell. Mrs. McMillan, widow of the dead man, was ‘accompanied by her mother and sister and Robert Connell. —___ AMUSEMENTS, Mr. Waldecker’s Teatimonial.—The sacred concert given at the Academy of Music last evening as a testimonial to Prof. William Waldecker was a distinct success in every ‘way. The music rendered was of the best description, while the hearty support ac- corded the movement showed the popular appreciation of good performers and good music. The Washington Saengerbund and Donch’s Orchestra were the two principal features of the concert, but the individual numbers were also of the highest order of merit. Miss Mae Whitesell, Mr. Herman Rakemann, Miss Margaret Eichhorn, Miss Alice Burbage, Mr. William D. McFarland, Mr. Frank A. Rebstock and Mr. Waldecker all were participants in this part of the concert, and each was accorded a hearty reception. The Saengerbund, composed of male voices entirely, rendered 4ts numbers in fine style. Donch’s Orchestra was at its best, and received q hearty encore for its performance of the’ “Tannhauser March.” Mr. Waldecker’s piano solos were an ugree- able surprise to those who had not heard him in that capacity in several years, and he was the recipient of some handsome floral tributes. The piano duet by Miss Burbage and Mr. Waldecker was a spiendid performance, and fully deserved the warm recognition tt received. Spiritualism at the Grand Opera House.— There was a large audience filled with curiostty at the Grand Opera House last evening to see the wenders alleged to be performed by Dr. Loyd Cooke, and they were entertained by a clever performance of cabinet and other tests. A committee to watch the performance on the stage was selected by the audience, and consisted of Rev. Dr. Alexander Kent, Gen. Wm. bir- ney, Chas. W. Otis and Mr. Emmons, and. they were all mystified. Especially good was the act in which the medium was bound within the cabinet with Gen. Birney sitting in front of him, when the latter's coat was transferred to the back of the medium. Handcuffs, alleged to have been borrowed from Major Moore of the police department, were placed on the wrists of the performer, but after a short interval behind the curtains of the cabinet they were transformed to the handle of a pitcher and to the arm cf a chair. The entertain- ment was at no time dull, and the acts given were varied. The Maennerchor in Opera.—The Ger- mania Maennerchor will present a new operetta, “Amorita,” the 9th of March. The work is by Prof. Emil Christiani, the director of the society,and is said to abound in musical selections of a high order. The plot is original, and there are several funny situations, and the principals are all cap- able of taking care of their respective parts. The principal roles are as follows: Amorita, Miss Sophie Escher; Leander, Mr. Corrad Bichter; captain of the night watch, Mr. August Schwarz; millionaire octoge- nariap, Mr. Fred Aue; the only private in the “fin de siecle’ guards, Mrs. William Heinnemai; the three officers of the guards, Misses Theresa Buehler, Anra Voche and Dora Freiderichs. A Study of “King Lear.""—The Columbian Kindergarten Association has engaged Mr. 8S. H. Clark, lecturer on elocution in the University of Chicago, and principal of the Chautauqua Schcol of Expression, at Chau- tauqua, N. Y., to give, for its benefit, one of his interpretative recitals, with “King Lear” as the subject, at Metzerott’s Hall, Tuesday afternoon, March 3, at 3:30, and tickets at reasonable prices will be on sale at Metzerott’s Thursday. Mr. Clark has a high reputation as a reader and a lecturer, and has alreddy been heard in Washington with marked approval. “King Lear’ is seldom rerdered on the stage, and Mr. Clark’s interpretations of it will have value from a dramatic as well as from a literary point of view. The proceeds of the recital are to further the work of the Kindergarten Association, which looks to the establish- ment of free kirdergartens and their in- corporation as part of the public school system, as 1s the case in other large cities. Knights of Pythias Fair.—The fair for the benefit of the charity fund of Washington Division, No. 1, Uniform Rank, Knights of Pythias, will open at Odd Fellows’ Hall, Zth strect northwest, this evening. The fair will last uatil March 7, and it is expected that a large sum will be raised for the pur- pose indicaied. The members of the order and their lady frieads have been working for some veeks past preparing for the fair, and the hall will present a gala appearance when the docrs are thrown open this even- ing. The single admission is fixed at ten cents, but season tickets can be secured at twenty-five cents. The stands will be in charge of pretty young ladies, and attrac- ‘tive music wilil be the feature of each ses- 8:en. Lecture on China.—Mr. Wm. Eleroy Curtis will give a lecture upon China at the Church of the Covenant on Tuesday even- ing at 8 o'clock. Mr. Curtis will speak of the emperor, his education, and generally of what he saw upon his visit to China after the late war with Japan. Mr. Curtis is so extensive a traveler and knows so well what is of interest to the public that vith the aid of a stereopticon a very en- icyable evening ts to be expected. ——————— Tea for the Crittenton Mission. The friends of the Florence Crittenton Mission are invited to attend a tea given by the mission this afternoon from 4 to 9, for the benefit of the children cared for in the mis&ion. There are now seventeen lit- tle ones bejng cared for, together with the unfortunate mothers, who share in its hos- pitality. The tea is for the help of these. Those who attend will have an op- rtunity to inspect the work being done fy this estimable charity, and all are urged to accept the invitation offered. Those who will assist inthe entertainment of the guests are Mrs. H. K. Fi the matron of the institution; Mrs. 8. D. La Fetra, Mrs. Belle 8. Lockett, Mrs. Mary H. Cat- ln, Mrs. E. K. Knowles, Mrs. 8. M. New- man and Miss Mary Rector. ——.—_—. Promises May Get Customers, But it’s performance that keeps them. We can add 4 few more to our list; will it be your name next? James F. Oyster, 900 Pennsylvania svenue. Pioneer of low prices for fine buiter.—Advt, VERY QUEER* INQUEST No Bible at Jackson City? to Swear-Wit- nesses Oni. The Investigation, Howewer, Proceed- ed in a Happy-Go-Lucky Way, With ea Much Mixed Werdict. —_—_—_—__- The simple verdict that the deceased came to his death froma gunshot! wound inflicted by John C. Nelson was rendered Saturday afternoon in the inquest held over the body of Benjamin Hines, the negre deputy,sherlif killed in the raid on Neigon's gambling rooms Thursday night at Jackson City. Nel- Son still remains in jail at Alexandria, but it is said that the authorities will agree to his release on bail, they being, it is reported, of the opinion that the charge of murder can- not be sustained against him. Had the inquest been held at any other place in the country, Deputy Sheriff Deuter- mann, who conducteu the raid; Johnson and Smith, his deputies, and “‘Pegleg’”” O’Brien, the men who were in the thick of the fight, and who were carried to the Emergency Hospital, would have been called as wit- nesses, and if they were not able to appear, as was said to be the case Saturday, the inquest would have been. adjourned until they were. But they do things at Jackson City just the other way. At least, they did it the other way Saturday, for the inquest was rushed through with a haste which was as indecent as it was suspicious, and while witnesses were heard who charged that Deutermann and Johnson made the raid be- cause of a desire to recover money which they had lost in the gan:bling joint earlier in the evening, the hearing was concluded without those men being given an opportu- nity to deny the charges, and without giv- ing them an opportunity to throw any light whatever on the shooting of the man whose frozen Body had been allowed to remain where it had falien since the shooting. It had been proposed to have the coroner's jury composed of three white men and three colored men, and a negro constable had sum- moned such a jury. ‘That, however, did not meet the approval of the authorities, and, as told in Saturday’s Star, a jury of six white men was sworn. Had No Bible. The inquest was conducted in the usual informal Jackson City manner. Wholly de- void of all legal formalities, the witnesses being sworn on affirmation, for the reason, as explained by Squire Birch, who presided, that no Bible could be found in the place. As explained in The Star, the inquest was held in the back room of the place where the shooting occurred, the dead man lying a few feet away, and the jury, magistrate, witnesses, newspaper men and the few spectators admitted, hovering about a stove in the corner, in which a fire had been started, while through the windows the usual Jackson City crowd endeavored to satisfy their curiosity. Nelson was vot present, nor were his bar tender or the jan- itor of the building. About every one pres- ent was permitted to question the few wit- nesses examined, and also to comment upun their testimony. Gallagher's Story. After Lewis, Goldman and Twyman, the three negro deputy sherlffs, who were in the raiding party, had given their testi- mony, as reported in The Star, James Gal- lagher, a young white man, was examined. Mr. Gallagher was so slow in giving his testimony that his stateraemt that he is a Pailadelphian was recetvedias a matter of fact. He stated that he is-employed by the Mount Vernon Electric Railroad Conipany and resides in Jackson Qity. He visited Nelson's place about 6 o’cleck in the cven- ing, and also about an hour later, and saw Deutermann and Johnson there. Johnson was intoxicated, and appeared to have lost some money at a game of crap. He en- deavored to regain possession by grabbing the money drawer, but Nelson interfered, and after a while the matter was amicably settled, so Gallagher thought at the time. But he stated that later Johnson became very boisterous, and departed with the threat that he would come back and break up the place. He did come back later, about 10 o'clock, witha number of negrses, Deutermann being one.of the party. ‘here was some disturbance in the front room, where the rude bar was. located, and Gal- lagher swore that he saw a man with a red moustache, Johnson, he was told, draw a revolver and fire at Nelson. That start- ed a regular fusillade of shots, during which Mr. Gallagher dropped to the ficor and crawled out of the door. He saw no one fall, but claimed that he did see a number of negroes fire through the win- dows and throw a great many stones into the saloon. The Inquest Rushed. Edward Whalen, a young white man, and a Washington cabinet maker, the next witness, stated that he was in the saloon about 6:30 in the evening, and saw both Deutermann and Johnson there at that time. Both were drunk, he said, and when Johnson lost about $1.50 at a game of crap, Deutermann made a grab for the money drawer, when Nelson stopped him, where- upon Deutermann cursed him, remarking that he had it in for him and would fix him. Later in the evening they did come back, accompanied by ten or twelve ne- groes. They poked their pistols in Nelson's face, and a row seemed imminent, when Nelson quieted matters by inviting all hands to take a drink. When they reached the bar Johnson puiled out a pistol and fired, and then Whalen jumped out as the firing became general, saying that he was fired at as he went out. Nelson’s brother, Frank, gave similar testimony, as did Wil- Ham Brawner, and after a short delibera- tion the jury returned the verdict given above, the inquest being concluded without hearing the testimony of Deutermann, Johnson, Smith or O’Brien, although both Prosecuting Attorney Richard W. Johnston and Squire Birch had informed the reporter for The Star that the inquest would be ad- journed until today, or later, in order that they might be given an opportunity to tes- tify. Nelson’s Vindication. Later in the day Hines’ body was removed to the home of his parents at Johnson Hill, and yesterday efforts were made to collect sufficient funds to prevent its burial in pot- ter’s field. The verdict was accepted as a matter of course by the people of Jackson City, although there was some little grum- bling among the negroes that not a colored man was allowed to serve on the jury, they asserting that the whole thing was a put-up affair to clear Nelson and his gang. The authorities claimed that the coroner’s ver- dict did not clear Nelson, and they ex- plained that the man would be proceeded against, notwithstanding tho verdict. Nel- son ond his friends regard the verdict as a vindication, it is said, and they claim that he will not be brought to trial, and that the whole matter is at an end. It was ex- plained, however, that Nelson might sue the county for damages because of what he claims was an unlawful and unauthorized raid upon his place. SS Flooring at $1.50 for 100 Ft. Kiln-dried—all one width: F. Libbey & Co., 6th and New York avenue.—Advt. ———— Trustees’ sale of building lots on N street near the corner of 11th street southeast; on 18th street between Massachusetts avenue and B street southeast, amon 10th street between B and C streets. southeast, will take place tomorrow afternoon at 8:15, 4 and 4:30 o'clock, respectively. See adver- tisement. ROYAL BAKING POWDER, Absolutely Pure. cream of tartar baking 5 nee ais ka eee ROYAL BAKING POWDER 00., 106 Wall st., N. ¥. ‘Wm, Lyles Cuts His Throat at the Soldiers’ Home. _ ‘Wm. R. Lyles, who has been for some time past an inmate of the Soldiers’ Héme, committed suicide’ yesterday afternoon in the grounds of the home, by cutting his throat with a razor. The act, it is supposed, was committed while Lyles was suffering from deep despondency over the fact that he had been discharged on account of his ir- regular habits. Late in the afternoon one of the officers of the home, Sergt. Collins, was walking through Robinson Grove, situated near the gate to the cemetery, when he discovered the body lying at the bottom of a little gully. The man was already dead, and when the body was turned over it was seen to be that cf Lyles, who had left the home some little time before, ostensibly for a stroll around the grounds. Before leaving he had whet- ted his razor and slipped it in his coat pock- et. This was the weapon he used in ending his life. First he endeavored to sever the artery in his left wrist, but finding that death did not come quick enough he plunged the blade into his throat, inflicting a hor- rible wound, from which he must have bled to death in a few moments. Lyles enlisted from Chicago twenty yerrs ago, and served against the Indians with the first cavalry. He was a good soldier, and would have obtained a promotion on several occasions had it not been for the fact that the drink habit was firmly fixed upon him. As a result of his unfortunate falling, he was in bad odor with the author- ities. He was given many opportunities to straighten up, but it is said that yesterday morning the authorities,who had been mak- ing an investigation of his case, came to the conclusion that he must leave the home. Efforts on his part to have this decision re- versed proved unavailing, and he evidently came to the conclusion that he had nothing further to live for. —_.__ Sealded Her. George Myers and Bettie Burrill, colored, have Mved together for several years, but about three weeks ago they had a personal encounter, which resulted in a separation of the couple, the arrest of Myers and the sending to the hospital of the woman. To- day Bettie was able to appear in court and tell her story. George went to the woman's house on Van street and wanted her to give him some money, but she refused, and then he assaulted her. During the fight he poured a can of hot water on her and scald- ed her head. It was because of this injury that she was sent to the hospital. ‘George told Judge Miller that he had nothing fo say, and a sentence of six months was imposed. ———— In the Churches, At ths Foundry M. E. Church yesterday the services were conducted by Bishop Jchn F. Hurst, chancellor of the American University. He read two prayers from a fac simile copy of a manuscript prayer book written by George Washington for comestic devotions, and delivered u sermon extolling the greatness of the character of Washington. “Americanism” was the subject of an ad- dress delivered by Elder Fifield of Boston, a Seventh Day Adventist, before the Secu- lar League yesterday. Representative James G. Maguire of Cal- ifornta made an address on the subject of “Single Tax” before the lyceum of the Second Baptist Church yesterday after- noon. ——._ Faneral of Mrs. Waite. Funeral services over the remains of Mrs. Amclia Waite, widow of Chief Justice Waite, were held yesterday after- noon at 2 o'clock, at her late residence, 1616 Rhode Island avenue, conducted by Rev. Dr. R. H. McKim, assisted by Rey. Dr. Walbridge, former rector of the church tn Toledo of which the late chief justice and his family were members, and Rev. Mr. Hilliker, assistant rector of Epliphaay Church. Major Wright, marshal of the Su- preme Court, was in charge of the arrange- ments. The services were brief. Members of the Supreme Court and several Senators and others prominent in official life were pres- ent. The remains were taken to Toledo for interment last evening, accompanied by members of the family. “We'll make "em to fit YOU.” Over the portals of our store door —in letters of the above truism— Our vast business is the strongest testimony we can offer you as to our ABIL= ITY to fit you. The fitting quality of our make ef gar- ments and our matchless prices go hand in hand. Our fall and winter busi- ness has been a marvel in its magnificent propor- tions. This week is one of preparation — opening up new woolens for spring— placing them into position on our display racks. Are our preparations worthy of OUR VAST PUBLIC? Let us say beforehand we be= lieve we have devised very “liberal things.’” We have sowed bountifully. Can’t we hope that we'll reap bountifully? New “Era” Tailors, Mertz and Mertz, - 906 F St. Loveliness —is as often due to your own efforts as it is to nature. it 1s within the Province of all to be beautiful. The eatest form facial beantifiers iowa to science today are the world Rabuteau = tions now being exhibited at our estatlishment by ona of the company's representatives, who explains the treat- an. daily. inl Beauty” ERTZ’S Drug Store, F & 11th Sts. it Crystaline gives a dazzling bril- liant luster to Jewelry, Silver Ware, Glass, Nickel, Diamonds, &c. Leaves no dirt and will not scratch. ‘Try it! All grocers and druggists, 10c. We recommend it! MERTZ’S DRUG STORB, F and 11th “Ground so fine” —that it isn’t possible to grind finer—better. We refer to razors, knives, scissors, etc., which our “expert” turn out. Skates sharp- ened, tco—to stay sharp if the steel is good. A. A. SMITH & 00., 1108 F st. e22-124 124-124 The White Oak Farmers’ Club Dis- Subject. ‘The monthly meeting of the White Oak Farmerg’ Club was held Saturday at White Oak, Maryland, the home of Mr. James Clark. The subject discussed was the “Avoldable Westes on a Farm,” a matter of great importance, the present low prices of farm products demanding that the farmer should pay more attention to the small wastes that have heretofore been overlooked on a farm, which, if saved, may ccnstitute his profits. ae Wm. Wiley, chief of the chemical ureau of the Agricultural Department delivered an address on “The Wasten of Manure.” Maj. Henry C. Alvord, chief of the dairy divizion, talked on “The Wastes in a Farm Dairy.” A delightful musical program wes furnished by E. W. Stone, flute; Dr. Wm. Long, cornet; Joseph Finck- el, violin; Wm. R. Phillips, ‘cello; Prof. E. R. Hart, principal of the Columbia seryatory of Music, pian present were Messrs. Hen: ray Phillips, Among those ‘y Chaney, Mur- William E. Manakee, Dr. Wiliam T. Brown, Lloyd Faucett, Tol- son, Charles Hopkins, Joseph Swulter, Howard L. Morrison,’ J. 8. J. Clark, Albert Fietcler, Hi = acm lerspberger, Geo. Win- Archie Harrison, Wm. McCency, Col, Wm. T. Reed, Jame: I and Wm. 7 Ree Ss Clark, Bonsal and —_—__ Testimonial to Mr. Sol Haas. Mr. Sol Haas, formerly assistant to the president of the Southern railway, and for the past quarter of a century a prominent figure in railway affairs, was presented Saturday night with a handsome set of solid silver, consisting of a complete tea and coffee service and an assortment of silverware for table use. The gift was a testimonial from his old associates and subordinates in the railroad service. The committee making the presentation con- sisted of Messrs. W. H. Green, general su- perintendent; J. M. Culp, traffic manager W. A. Turk, gencral passenger agent: R. D. Carpenter, general eastern agent; F. B. Price, agent, Philadelphia; L. 8. Brown, general agent, Washington, and 8S. H. Hardwick, | assistant agent, Atlah address, general passenger ‘ta, who made the presentation ——.__ The Feast of Parim. The feast of Purim will be observed ‘ac- cording to the usual rites and customs by the Washington Hebrew congregation Thursday and Friday evenings of this week. —— = SOCFEOOO0444 SORES EOC CETEDOD Nervous People cften wonder why their nerves are 80 Weuk; why they get tired so easily; why they start at cvery slight but sudden sound; why they do not sleep naturaliy; why they have frequent headaches, ind!- gestion and nervous Dyspepsia The explanation is simple. It fs found in that impur> blood which is continually feeding the nerves upon refuse instead of the elements of strength and vigor. In such condition opiate and nerve com- pounds simply deaden and do not cure. Hood's Sarsaparilia fecds the aerves pure, rich, red blood; gives uatural sleep, perfect <igestion, is the true remedy for all nervous troubies. Hood’s Sarsaparilla Js the One Trae Blood Purifier. $1 per bottie, Prepared by C. 1. Hood & Co., Lowell, Mass. HOOD'S PILLS cure Liver His; easy to take, easy to operate. 2c. soeeese PESOVISCO OPO SOES HO 909004: CITY ITEMS. When You Come to Center Market pay a visit to our stands. Our dispiay of Fruits, Vegetables and Poultry is worth sesing. Lots of them you'll not find else- where. None that’re not the finest. Lowest prices. Cannon & Chandler, eae Decide on Having Our Sausage for breakfast, and you're sure to get the richest, most delicious that's made. All kinds. J. A. Augusterfer, 656 Cen. mkt. Harve: Oyster House, llth and the avenue, is famous the coun- try over for Steamed Oysters, Broiled Live Lobs-er and Chesapeake Diamond Back Terrapin. No one ever thinks of visiting the capital without going to Harvey's. La- dixs enjoy going there on account of the superior service and courtesy shown them. ae Everybody Knows H. B. Benjamin Has the best eggs In market. Try his Ei- gin Butter and be convinced it Is as fine as any. 325 Center market. 1 a Rest “Encyclopnedic Dictionary” made, embracing “Webster's Unabridged,” “Worcester’s Unabridged,” and Fallow's Dictionary, bringing the entire work up to date. Handsomely bound in full Russia, Price, $10.50, $1.00 on delivery and $1.00 per mo. Or, if you want the best dictionary ever made, buy the “Standard.” R. A. DINSMORE. it® See name of Fussell's Taffy. Page 7. 1t Of thousands of consumptives a large pro- portion would be saved and restored by the early use of Baker's Cod Liver Oil and Malt. Quite palatable. Of druggists, or 131 N. 10th st., Philadelphia. Baker's Emulsion, full pint bottle, 50c. se eos Sirop de Batterie—the sweetest made—on cakes at Brown's, 1413 G fe19-6t* eyrup st. AMUSEMENTS. CADEMY—PRI 2, and $1. A Wel. and Sst. Mat Soe. ea. THE WORLD'S ACKNOWLEDGED MONARCHS OF MINSTRELSY, Primrose & West ‘With the Greatest Company they have ever owned, will present a combination of Whites and Blacks. Grand-Prize Cake Walks. Next Weck—Hon. Henry ©, Miner's Superb Pro- eee “HUMAN HEARTS.” Seats Thursday. 50, 7Be. —25 and ‘fod Sarse Gant, Tir. and Mrs. Whytal. Next Weqk—HEREMANN THE GREAT. fe2att | “KING LEAR INTERPRETATIVE RECITAL By Mr. 8. H. Clark of the Untversity of Cui At Metzerott’s Hall, Tuesday, [arch 3, at 3:30 P.I1. For the Benefit of the COLUMBIAN KINDERGARTEN ASSOCIATION, ‘Tickets... Reserved Seat On sale at Metzerott February 27. OPERA Alien’s Grand 0” BEGINNING MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24 sy WEEK ONLY, RICE’S Pere In 2 Superb Production of the’ Great London Success. LITTLE. CHRISTOPHER, As Presented 282 Nirhts in New York, Autroducing: Theresa Vaughan, Willie Collier Next Week—Monday cdnewday Matinee, “Cinderella: s it; Thureday, Friday. Suturday, Matinee and Night, Metropolitan ‘Opera Company. ore Ice Palace. CONVENTION TALL. Real lee Skating. INSTRUCTION FREB. ADMISSION... 2 CENTS Ladies’ exclusive hour for instruction from 1 until 2 p.m. daily, Special morning classes from 10 until 1, Special—Thursday Evening, Feb. 27, at 9 o'clock, 2tyMILE RACE. Champtorship District of « fers MUSIC AT EV Come and Help Our Charity Fund. Grand Fair FoR THE BENEFIT OF THE CHARITY FUND OF WASHINGTON DIVISION, NO. 1, U. BR. K. OF ». aT Odd Fellows’ Hall, 72H ST. N. W., COMMENCING FEB. 24 TO MARCH 7 INCLUSIVE, 9 fe22-2e MINUET, sarte are now forming. Tucxdays, ursdays and Saturdays; day and evening. Popular rates. sev-6m_ FAIR AND BAZAAR OF CANTON POTOMAC, T. 0. . DRUM CORPS, ODD FELLOW ALL, Sth st. we. FEBRUARY 24 TO MARCH 7 Friends Invited to attend, PARIS—MODERN A} H LLUSIRATED LECTCEI BY MISS JANET ELIZABETH RICHARDS, TUBSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 8 P. UNIVERSALIST “CH Admission, 50 cts. Tickets for sale at Metzerot METROPOLITAN CIRCT 1Zth st. a. vew American Foreign Magazines a epeci Single subbcription, 1 3 For particulars ax ‘to <i LIBRARY. Miks HALE Dan Quinn —the popular comic singer, has been ma records for the Graphaphonce, All best selections are new on exhibition. of other attractions—all new. Lo) Columbia frovoees Parlors 919 Pa. Avenue: fe22-18d GRAND OPERA. Orders taken for choice seats, ; THEATER EXCHAN is’ Music Stora, S37 Pa. ave. Order Stoddart ard Bernbard* tickets NOW, fels8-re METZEROTT MUSIC HALL srameon | ERNINA Symphony Orchestra, ri CONCERE Mr. EM Fe ¥ 25, aT S:15. TUESDAY EV; Beethcven, Sympho ‘0. 6 (Pastoral): Weber, Arla from “Ohwron;"" Sureuss, “Til Eulenspiegel Tustige Streiche" (first. time); Weber, Avia from “Freirchuets;” Liszt, Hungarian hapsody, No. 2. ‘Tickets now on sale at Metzcrott’s, fel9-w,s,m,ta,4t BANJO AND GUITAR QUICKLY AND CORRECTLY taught by note or simplitied method, only $ quarter; I guarantee to teach the most unmusical person to play a perfect tune each lesson by my simple method or no chat §a29-1m* GEO. DRAEGER, 212 G st. ne. — ——— ——] LECTURES. BEN HUR Will be given for the sixth time at METZERIITS MUSIC HALL, THURSDAY, FEBe RUARY 27, aT 8 P.M. Kew Musical Effects and Additional Views, Recital of the Story by Dr. ROGERS. Incidental Music by Miss WHITING and the TEMPLE QUARTET. Reserved seats, 50 cents, at Metzerott's. fale begins February 14 at 9 a.m. fel4-12t HW NATIONAL THEATER. Every Evening, Wed. and Sat. Mats. HOvTs TRIP TO CHINATOWN. ‘Original Cast, Including HARRY CONNOR. Next, Week—De Wolf Hopper and his Merry Com- pany in “WANG” and “DR. SYNTAX." Seats wursday. fe2i-tt GRAND OPERA. - SALH OF SEATS. Season tickets for the four performances will be gp sale_at the box office of Allen's: Grand Opera fouse Tomorrow (Tuesday), Wednesday, ‘Thured: and Friday, Feo. S50 3027 wok 2s, from 9 ais, till 6 p.m.’ The sale of seats for single Rerform- fame on Monday, ances will at the Na % March 2, ‘and coutinue daily to t! ‘close of the en- gagement. Hyde’s Comedians, INTRODUCING HELENE MORA, ‘The Distinguished Female Baritone, in her Peerless ‘Oharacterizat, 10—_BIG_ ACTS——10 pase Week—ROSE HILL ENGLISH FOLLY 0. EXCURSIONS ETC. N. & W. Steamboat Co. Exery day tn the sear for Fortress Monroa, x tN It “port and all points powerful steel palace ston “Newport. News,” “Norfolk” and "“Washing+ ton,"’ daily, ov the following schedule mthbound. 209 p. thin the most attractive route, f rest. lights. Dine , and is supplied markets of Washington 18, 619, 1421 Poansylvas nia avenue, B. ticket office, corner 15th 0. street New York avenue, and on board steamers, where time table, map, etc., can also be. had. “Any. other information desired will be fur nished on application to the undersigned at the company" . foot of 7th st, Washiugton, D. O. phone No, 7 Jall-toa CALLAMAN, General Manager. STEAMER MACALESTER: TO M HH Dal irg room service from the best tha Tickets on stle at - and Admission to grounds. ‘Tickets, with Mount STR! Will also make river landings as far stopping for freight ai : For charters, etc. @lester,