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THE -EVENING STAR, FRIDAY, MARCH 26, 1897-14 PAGES. rl Wanted. Tom's Cabin.” us O'Brien. Man-o'-Wars- and Opera House an’s Lyceum Theater._Sam T.Jack's Square Opera House.—“Spir- itisme New National Theater.—Wilton Lackaye in “Dr. Beigraff.” Willard Hall.—Exhibition of the Biograph. Vitascope Hall, adjoining Columbia Thea- on Vitascope ter. — Fe Crystal Maze. ch, corner Mth and H est.—Musical and literary en- for the benefit of St. Mark's 1710 1 alester for Mount Vernon, ilymont and intermediate H all, at 10 a.m. amer Norfolk for Norfolk and Fortress St Monroe at 7 pm Trains leave 13% avenue fo @m. and 1 Trains le Hg street and Pennsylvania avenue for Arlington hourly from 8 a.m. to § pm Steamer Wakefield for Colonial Beach and river landings at 7 a.m = —— TOOTHSOME SPRING LAMB! s anything shown here for years! lly good Beef. All meats Home nd quality guaranteed. ) st. wing, Center Market. = nse Chi Deuteron Chapter of the Theta Chi fraternity, will hold its annual this evening at Freund's, No. 815 The ‘IAL FOR SATURDAY . Sweet Oranges and fane: doz.. at my stands. H st. wing. Center market. ed prices: grocerles; page 4. Mes- Lemons. 1 Emmert sd with assaulting s fined $i) or thirty New York Roast go wing, Center Mar- Ity. ibbons’ Butter Stam CITY AND DISTRICT. Statistical Asso ation. merican Statistical s Club last even- Holmes of the Depar' and late a special census in charge of mes and mort- pon “Some Character- Proprictor: a meeting ¢ ‘osm K . the finest the world. Philadelphia New Jersey © in lc. per foot. Libbey & Co. of the law depart- ersity will hold a PY build the Rest. le ideas. Pa. ave.— eld x Debate. T debate of the National Tr ncol was held in the te ool last nicht he e que That th the United submitted to the Senate be ratified. Nye, D. ¢ he judges were ssrs. Franklin sire. to Haltimore and Return R. All trains March 13 turn passage until fol- per foot. Libbey & Co. a the Roentgen Ray. « lecture was given at the niversity yesterday afternoon at k by Dr. D. W. Shea, di- His subject was the discourse was lis- and appreciative audi- was explained by a num- Struments used in the X-ra: and at talk the cathode ray upon a screen. Dr. Shea for- i the chair of technology at niversity of Iliinois, and has made research into the subject of the new ture in the present course © University to which the pub- ome will Day of the geological surve: Everglades of Florida. Mee i res $1.35 to Annapolis and Return t !O. R. KR. All trains March 2 lid for r-turn passage until fol- « Mon metallia irst number of the National Bimetal- wie its cppearance this week. The w periodical gives an ex- {t= aims and purposes. It i semi-monthly at 1114-16 may be regarded either as or successor of the t which was formerly pubiish- cago. Mr. H. FP tine Is the 1 Mr. George E. Bowen the bus- aager. The first number contains es of well-written matter, and dedly attra looking paper. National t AML the Stretch ible, here's the . BOX best butter, ave.—Advt. t there will be a meeting mittee of the Assocld question of t ion having in charge the the flats of ing will be trict attorney, W phases of the question will Membe of the committee Jeffords, Thomas W Smith, Nottingham, A. F. Sperry, Evan H. ker, Hugh T. Taggart and Ja: A. D. ards. In addition to the members of nittee, ft is expected that Com- r Black and representatives of sev- he citizens’ associations will be present at the meeting. The committee hopes that its effort to secure an appro- river. priation of $150,000 at this session of Con- &ress will succeed fn order that the work may soon be commenced. —_——->- Yoards, 12-in., le. per foot. Libbey & Co. — Advertisement. a If you want anything, try an ad. in The Star. If anybedy has what you wish, you will get an answer. st Washington | GEOGRAPHIC SOCIETY The Annual Reception Attended by the President. Pleasant Features of the at the Arlington—Some Those Present. The annual reception of the National Geographic Society was held last evening at the Arlington, and proved to be, like other such events in the history of this organization, a most brilliant and enjoya- ble affair. Elaborate arrangements had been made for the reception, and the deco- rations of the rooms were particularly beautiful. In the parlors the big mirrors were banked with orchids and American Feauty roses, while the mantels were hid- den behind masses of green. During the evening a mandolin orchestra rendered a program of music: Mrs. C. J. Allen, Mrs. F. W. Clarke, Mrs. Richardson Clover, Mrs. W. Eleroy Curtis, Mrs. C. W. Hayes, Mrs. J.B. Henderson, Mrs. D. T. Mert- . Mrs. George Westinghouse, Miss Ailcen Bell, Miss Elsie May Bell, Miss Cor- Miss May Catlin, Miss Helen Ffoulke, Eleanor K. Sowers and Miss Helen Tisdel. The reception lasted from 9 o'clock until midnight, and during the evening several hundred ‘people enjoyed the lavish hospi-, talities of the society. Among the guests were many of the best known people in Washington's social, official and scientific circles. Several members of the diplo- matic corps were also present. At 10 o'clock a most enjoyable program of music was rendered. It was as follows: Chaminade, violin solo, Capriccio,Mr. Os- wald Weilti; D'Hardelot, Sanstoi, Mrs. Hormess; Godard, “Embaraquez-vous,” Mr. Crosby; Hawley, “Because I Love’ You, Dear,” Madame Dtaz-Albertini; Cantor, “Forever Thine,” Mr. Watson; ‘accompa- nists, Mrs. Byrnes and Dr. Caulfield. At the close of this feature of the enter- tainment the doors to the banquet hall were thrown open, and light refreshments were served. President McKinley attended the recep- tion and remained for nearly half an hour. He was escorted by Mr. J. Stanley-Brown and Mr. Myron T. Herrick, and was cordially welcomed by Dr. David T. Day on behalf of the society. Among those vresent were Mr. Gardiner G. Hubbard, president of the society; Bar= on Von Hengelmuller, the Austrian minis- ter; Mr. C. J. Bell, Dr. and Mrs. Day, Mre. Stanley Brown, Mrs. Hearst, Mrs. A. S. Per- kam, Mr. H. ©. Oberholser, Mr. Wiilis L. . Mr. Wm. G. Lown, Mr. K. Matsui, of Japanese legation; Surgeon M. Sternberg, Capt. B. R. . Noyes, Mr. E. S. Ray- Roberts, Mr. W. W. Phe- 3 Ellen B. Foster, Major Henry E. Mr. Mark H. Hopkins, Mr. Ed- . Wright, Miss E. W. White, Mr. MeLanahan, Dr. Walter Hough, iss Eliza T. Ward, Mr. J. T. Doyle, sec- mond, Mr. W. lan, Mi: Alvord, ry of civil service commission; Dr. ‘Thomas W. Sidwell, Capt. Z. L. Tanner, Dr. Cyrus Adler, Dr. C. W. Richards Mr. Eugene Peters, Mrs. M. E. Cunning- ham, Dr. C. Hart Merriam, Mr. Vernon Bailey, Miss F. G. French, Mr. Charles S. Tainter. Dr. E. A. de Schweinitz, Mrs. E. R. Moses, Miss M. E. McCeney, Mi: Gera R. Harding, Senator and Mrs. Thurs- ton, Mrs. M. Byington, Rev. A. H. Ames, . Mary Fuller, Mrs. Herbert G. Ogcen, Miss Anna S. King, Mr. J. B. ia, the Swiss minister; Mr. R. A. Pie Joseph H. Walker, Prof. W. B. Mr. William W. Aiken, Mr. Arthur Mr. E. F. Andre Mr. George Smith, Mr. H. A. Seymour, Mr. Geo. Maynard, Mr. E. T. Pete Mr. Job Barnard, Baron von Herman of the Ger- mar assy. Lieut. and Mrs. Evere:t Haycen, Secretary and Mrs. Bliss, Secre- tary and Mrs. Gage, Secretary and Mr: n. Private Secretary and Mrs. Porter, Dr. T. De ‘Talmage and Miss Tal- mage, Mr. n Studds, Mr. and M Sickles, M -rlock, Mrs. Westinghous Dr. W. A. Stewart, Senator and Mrs. Ha‘ . Robert I. Fleming, and Mrs. E. S. Raymond, Mr. B. H. War- ner. Mrs. Geneva Almy, Miss Almy, Mr. J. FB Mr. E. T. Gibson, Mr. Crockey, Mr. Wollaut, Mm: Miss Clara Mrs. Mahion Albertini, Dr. Hamlin, Lutz, Mr. Heury J. Oberholse Pitney, Miss Pitney, Mr. a Mrs. W. F. Mattingly, Senator McMillan, Mr. and Mrs. Converse, Prof. Holmes of the North Carolina geological sutvey, Rep- r » Joseph G. Cannon, Miss Can- nen, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. McGee, Mr. H. W. Taylor. Mr. J. P. Hubbard, Mr. S. J. Peelle, Mrs. Walcott, Mr. an] Mrs. Burnes, Mr. Knapp. Senator and Mrs. Hoar, Sena- tor Aldrich. Senator and Mrs. Hanna, Miss Hanna and Senator Platt. ——— and Improvements. To the Editor «f The Evening Star: Mr. Themas W. Gilmer, when I vointed out some of the economic effects that would result from the exemption from tax- ation of real estate improvements in the District ef Columbia, assumed that I had made “a plausible argument in favor of the single tax." Waiving the fact that my ar- ticle was not an argument, I wish to say that such exemption would not constitute ingle tax.” The people of the District would still be the beneficlartes or the vic tims, as the case might be, of a great mul- Taxe other taxes. To call such a mod- ification “single tax” is simply to becloud the question, and the real merits of the proposition would soon be lost sight of in the d sion of other points. He admits a lowering of rents would fol- lew. That admits the whole contention. He would find it rather difficult to show that to lower rents would not be a ma- terial benefit, not only to the poor, but to all tenants. High rent (or its concomitant, the high price of land) is the barrier that stands today between the producer and the field of production, and is the parent of the present era of hard times. Helief will never come until rent and the price of land are lowered or increasing population overtakes rent. They have fallen some- what since the panic, and as a result we have experienced some relief—and this in spite of the incapacity of the late admini: tration, with all its puerile economic leg- islation. “Governments are instituted among men to secure their rights individually to life, Mberty and the pursuit of happiness,” and not for the mere “protection of property,” as stated by Mr. Gilmer; and until he can grasp the broad principle it is not to be hoped that he can see anything outside the narrow limits he fixes. I have not the least objection to any one occupying all the land he wishes, if he “is willing to (and does) pay his fair share of taxes for the pleasure.” If a better case against the exemption of improvements cannot be made, Mr. Gil- mer should cease his opposition, as his “argument,” when analyzed, supports it. ¢. B. HEMINGWAY. nee Mi-Careme Ball. ‘The Mi-Careme ball given by the Sons of Confederate Veterans last night was the greatest success of any of their undertak- ing in the way of an entertainment. Their hall was 1 filled with pretty south- ern girls and handsome young’ men. Dancing kept up until after 1 o'clock. The pgtronesses were Mrs. Faulkner, Mrs. Gor- man, Mrs. Albert Akers, Mrs. G. Wyth: Cooke, Mrs. Archibald Young, Mrs. Cala- han, Mrs. Randolph, Mrs. Hickey, Mrs. Howry. Some of those present were Miss Virginia Payne, Miss Womack of Georgia, Miss Weaver, Miss Littlepage, Miss Colla- mer. Miss Chapman, Miss McGeogh, Miss ‘Thrift, Miss Young, Miss Chandler, Miss Kinsell, Miss Whitlock, Miss Lloyd, Miss Taliaferro, Miss Cooke, Miss Walker, Miss Richardson, Miss Baker, Miss Geddis, Miss Virginia Cooke, Miss Bessie Roy, Miss Do- lan, Miss Bogy, Miss Ricketts, Miss Vin- fon, M Biscoe, Mies Small, Miss Hond, Miss Bessie Lytle, Miss Kathrine Choate of Rockville, Md.; Miss Geargie Rust, Miss Hellen, Miss Mary Page, Miss Ethel Cooke, Miss Stephenson, Miss Hungerford, Miss Sypher, Miss Moye, Miss Ramsay, Miss Washing.on, Miss Gibson of Tennessee, Miss Dolly Young, Miss Newman, Miss Balinger, Miss Blackwell, Miss Wolverton, Mr. Richard Cooke, Mr. Alex. Freckin- ridge, Mr. Boak, Dr. R. E. L. Hackney, Capt. J. M. Hickey, Mr. Pogue, Mr. Ingle, Mr. Watson, Mr. Brown, Dr. Frazier, Dr. Hooe, Mr. Scott, Mr. Biscoe, Mr. Du Val, Mr. Nixon, Mr. Delaplane, Dr. D. G. Lewis, Dr. Fairlie, Judge Freeman, Mr. Alexan- der, Mr. Calahan, Mr. Gammon, Mr. Chas. Faulkner, Mr. Weaver, Dr. Trail, Mr. Mill- ward, Mr. Hall, Mr. Mauberett, Mr. Stew- art, Dr. Washington, Mr. Washington, Mr. Pike, Mr. Reiley, Mr. Powell, Mr. Je- tome, Mr. Cowden, Mr. Cason, Mr. Cooke. AMUSEMENTS. Prof. Wad’s Recital.—Prof. Emmanuel Wad, who will give a piano recital at the Washington Club tonight, under the pa- tronage of several well-known ladies of this city, is a professor of music at the Peabody Conservatory, Baltimore. He achieved a remarkable success in the Euro- pean capitals, and has won thousands of admirers in this country by his masterful playing. Prof. Joan Van Hulsteyn, a violinist of wide repute, will play compositions of Vitali, Rubinstein and Kes. Colored ¥. M. C. A. Fair.—The fair for the benefit of the athletic department of the colored Young Men’s Christian Asso- ciation continues to draw large crowds, and money is pouring in at a gratifying rate. The success of the enterprise seems assured, and those who have been instru- mental in establishing it and looking after its interests are taking a great deal of pride in their efforts. The fair will con- tinue for two weeks more. A matinee will be given tomorrow afternoon at 1 o'clock for the benefit of the school children. The Aeolian Musicales.—The Saturday af- ternoon musicales held in the aeolian parlors of the Sanders & Stayman build- ing, 1327 F street northwest, have become so popular that at times it is difficult for the spacious apartments to accommodate all who desire to attend. ‘This feature of affording the public an opportunizy to hear gcod music, free of charge, was introduced by Mr. Percy §. Foster, the manager of Sanders & Stayman’s piano house, about four months ago, and was a pro- nounced success from the start. During this time some of the best local musicians have participated in the programs. Recent soloists have been Miss Ella Knight and Mrs. Fannie Hempstone, contralto singers, and the artists tomorrow will be Mrs. Maud H. Parsons, soprano, and Professor Eric F. Rath, pianist. The numbers will in- clude Shadow Song from “Dinorah,” by Meyerbeer; “The Azra” and “Under the Greenwood Tree,’ by G. C. Gow; Mendels- sohn, andante, op. 82, No. 10; Schwar- wenka Mazurka, op. 6, No. 2. The Aeolian Grand is still a feature of these musicales, and must be heard to be appreciated. Next week, Saturday, Prof. Wm. Hart Alger of Baltimore will again be present and render several selections, in addition to the usuai aeolian numbers. The programs always begin promptly at 4: p.m., and conclude within one hour. No admission fee is charged, and cards are not necessary. The Vitascope.—A special exhibition of the Vitascope will be given at Vitascope Hall tomorrow at 12 o'clock noon, the en- tire proceeds to be donated to the Free Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital. The Vita- ‘ope is the original of the many similar machines now travcling around the coun- try under various names, and outside of the sclentific interest attaching to It as the original, is a never-ending source of pleasure and instruction, as those who have cne> Witnessed its mysterious work- ings never tire of seeing it again and again. As far as the eye goes, the Vita- scope accomplishes what has been the philosopher's cream for all ages, the re- production of life, the bringing back into existence of {hat which has passed away, Musical and Literary Entertainment.— The musical and literary entertainment to be given tonight at St. Paul's Church, cor- ner 11th and H streets northwest, under the auspices of the Luther League of St. Mark's Lutheran Church, promises to be enjoyable from a number of standpoints. The entertainment will be given in the le ture room and will be participated In by many well-known Washington musiciai elocutionists and general entertainers. The program will include a number of cnjoy- able features of a varied nature. Dr. Frank T. Howe will give an talk cn journalism and newspaper Others who wili participate are ( 5 Collins, J. Bartor: Miller, Miss Bessie Stew- art, Miss Cora Penfield, George Chandk Mr. Eiseman, Glibert A. Clark, E. Phillip Archibald Olmstead, Miss Edna Doe, Miss Mame Clear, Charles Skerrett and B. Frark Meyers. The Young Ladies’ Man- dctin and Guitar Club will also give a number of selections. The Biograph.—Tne Ladies’ Ald Society of the First Congregational Church. wiil be benetited by the exhibitions of the biograph tomorrow, through atrangement with its manager, Mr. Jay Durham, and this charming entertainment at Willard Hall tomorow during the afternoon and evening at 2:30, 4:30 and 8:15 p.m. will be at reduced prices is believed that a the result of these performances the tre: ury of the society will receive a large ad- dition. Mr. Clum’s Lecture Tonight.—A tour to and through California and return, superb- ly illustrated, will be presented in the Ep- worth League course at the Hamline M. Church, 9th and P streets northw Mr. John P. Cilum. The first lect titled “In the Wake of the S will be given this evening. lecture afferds an audience a most realistic tour to points of especial interest along the At- lantic coast and via the Southern route through the romantic and historic sec- tions of New Mexico and Arizona to South- ern California. The tour will next We day evening, whe will be, “California and the west.” These lectures are reat North- ery entertain- ing and instructive, 1nd the pleasing man- ner in which they are presented has made them justly popular. > Boerds, 12-in., 1c. per feet. 6th & N. —Advyertisement. Didn't Bring the Prisoner. Detective Gallaher, who went to Jersey City two days ago to get John H. Rhone, colored, who is wanted here on a charge of grand larceny, returned last night, but did not bring Rhone with him. The pris- oner made a statement to the New Jersey authorities, in which he said he found the alleged stolen jewelry, which belongs to Mrs. Christopher of Saratoga. Rhone was @ porter on a Pullman car, and was on the trip from Jacksonville to this city when he got the jewelry. His claim is that he found a linen collar in which were the val- uable pins, and he failed to report the find to his conductor. One of the pins he threw away, another he gave away, and the third one he gave to the officers when he was arrested. In Jersey City yesterday he had counsel when he appeared before a United States commissioner, and the hearing was postponed until next week. — The Other Fellows Can't Touch Us When it comes to fine quality of butter. 5- Ib. boxes at $1.35. James F. Oyster, 900 Pa. ave. Phone 271.—Advt. SS Se Visitors at the Criminal Court. Police Judge Daniel Adler of Albany, N. Y., was an interested spectator in Criminal Court No. 1 today, being accompanied by Detective Rhodes of this ci He was in- troduced to Assistant District Attorney Jeffords, when the latter remarked that the local courts had largely increased the popu- lation of Albany during the past several years, Judge Adler saying that he and his associates on the bench at Albany had met quite a number of the people sent there from here. Very often, he explained, they were called upon to get them out of town, a thing they were only too glad to do. The Grip Attacks thos: who are worn out, run down snd in a debilitated condition, Grip germs do pot find lodgment in pure blood. and dreaded discose not liable to attack peo- ple who ars strong, vigorous, well nourished, With goal appetite and good digestion. Howl's Sarcaparilla 1# wonderfully successfai in warding off the grip, because {t purities and enriches the blood and builds up the physicat strength. It also quickly restores Strength and vigor after the grip, when re- covery fs usually #0 slow. Headache, Nervousness “TI had an attack of the grip, from which 1 afi not fully recover, and in the follow- ing winter I had another attack, which left ime in a worse condition than before. I had Ro appetite, and felt stupid and bad all the time. “My ‘head ached, bones ached urd I Was nervous. I was pot relieved by the hredicine I took, and procured a bottle of Hood's Sarsaparila. This medicine cured the nervousness, gave me an appetite and put my system ‘in order.” 'T. C. LO- GAN, Brookfield, ri. Remember Hood’s ai: parilla Is the Beet—in fact, the One True Blood Purifier. Sold by all druggists. Price, $1; six for $5. Be sure to get only Hood's. Hood’s Pills are the best after-dinner pills, aid digestion. 25c, PLEASANT R&CEPTIO: New Superintendent 1@reets Hamline Sunday Schbol. An interesting and pleasant reception was given Wednesday evening at the residence of Mr. Thomas B. Towner, 1105 O street northwest. The occasion was the annual greeting to the officers and teachers of the Hamline Methodist Epjscopal Sunday school, of which Mr. Towner was recently elected superintendent. it 8 o'clock Mr. and Mrs. Towner, assisted:by Mr. and Mrs. Edgar J. Booraém, Mr.:and Mrs. Hilman A. Hall, received the invited guests in the spacious parlors. The Sinday school work- ers were out in force, andi cordially greeted the new officers. Reciproeal good wishes were extended to each member of the school and a few invited friends. After the formal greetings were over the company was favored with vocal and instrumental music by Miss Ida O'Neal, Miss Emma Houchen, Miss Dorothy Houchen and Mr. Henney. Sunday school work in its various phases was discussed for an hour, after which re- freshments were served. The table was amply supplied with good things, and dis- pensed by Miss Laura Towner, Miss Leon- tin Lakin and Mrs. George C. Hough. ‘The pastor of the church, Dr. W. R. Stricklen, was present, and expressed de- light in being privileged to serve such a live, wide-awake church and a Sabbath school that has grown to exceed in num- bers any Methodist school in this city. At the annual election, held recently, the following officers were elected for the pres- ent conference year: Superintendent, Thos. B. Towner, assistant superintendent, Edgar I. Booraem; assistant superintendent, Hil- man A. Hall; secretary, John. H. Muir- head; assistant secretary, Wm. H. Walsh; treasurer, Oscar T. Towner; librarian, Edgar A. Playter; assistant Harry C. Jarves, Fred W. Quinter, Ira M Millan and Geo. F. Brown; chorister, Ra} mond Moulton: assistant chorister, Thomas M. Riffle: pianist, Miss Ada Lipp; assistant Pianist, Miss M. Adelia Scott. ‘The guests present, in addition to the above named, were Rev. Dr. W. R. Strick- len, Mrs. Stricklen and daughter, Miss Maude Stricklen: Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Hough, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Humphey, Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Wood, Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Hunt, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Proctor, Rev. J. R. Wright and Mrs. Wright, Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Hough, Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Rif- fle, Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Martin, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Quinter, Mr. Cc. Reinohl, Mr. and Mrs. F. r. and Mrs. Robert Andrews, Mr. and Mrs. L. I . Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Alden, Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Morgan, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Davis, Mrs. Lillie P. Towner, Mr. and Mrs. M. A. Wertz, Dr. D. B. Street and Mrs. Street, Mr. and Mrs. H. FR. Moulton, Mrs. M. C. Dean, Mrs. G. H. Harri Mrs. W. R. Johns, M. F. Aveline, Mrs. E. M. Drummond, Mrs. F. P. Polkinhorn, Mr: D. D. Burdette, Miss Laura Towner, Mis Fannie E. Towner, Miss Ella Booraem, Miss Jennie Mickle, Miss Nettie William: Miss A. E. Wing, Miss Leontin Lakin, Mis Kate McClelland, Miss Stella Boreland, Miss Edna Hough, Miss Louise O'Neal Miss Ida O'Neal, Miss May Thomas, Mis BE. B. Wilkins, Miss Irene Harper, Miss }race Muirhead, Miss Susie Knell of Bal- timore, Miss Ollie Moore, Miss Elsie Moore, Miss M. A. Martin, Miss ma_Houchen, Miss Dorothy Houchen, Miss Mary God- frey, Miss Abbie Godfrey, Miss Ida Hodg- kins, Minnie Hodgkins, Miss Ressie Crew, Irene Harper, Miss Clara Crew, Miss’ Mary Scott, Effie Perry, J. L. Newman. Miss M, Adelia Scott, 2. Underwood, Mr: Paul Gunion, Mr. 1 as. W. Schooley of Col- P. Hamline, Mr. M. A. Wat- Nuber, Mr. G. W. F. Swart- B. Street, jr, Mr. P. A. 5 Mr. Het » Mr. T. E..Roach, Mr. W. Kk. Beckley, A. J. Rose, Mr. J. R. Mickle, Dr. M. B. Miller, Mr. Charles Towner, Mr. Howard Towner and Mr.: Frank Towner. Saturday—Fresh eggs, Wisc. doz.; reduce prices on butter. Gibbons’ butter stand: Center, Riggs, K st. and.N. E. markets.— Advertisement. M. Staub, Mr. C orado, Mr. E son, Mr. J. I Dz zell, Mr. > Inventors Who Won Prizes. Some time ago the patent firm, Messrs. John Wedderburn & Co., began offering menthly prizes for the simpiest and best inventions submitted to them. ‘The board ay pointed to award theiprize of $150 and a gold medal, offered for the February con- test, met last night and awarded the cash prize to Albert Owenden of Akron, Ohio. and the second prize, a haudsome gold medal, to Mr. George N. Benson of Balti- mcre, M4. 4 The board, which was composed of the following well-knawn , genilemen, Senator William A. Stewart, chalrman; Representa- tive Claude A. Swanson, Mr. Frede Woodward of Woodward & i.othrop Arthur ©. Moses of W. 3B. ms, found that a large number of had been submitted in the contest, requirea a very careful ch in ord, rive at a dectsion. The number testants was la v than ever be: derburn & Co., as stated, offer monthly along the same line After the examinations h and the prizes awarded the ed to partake of a bountcous ¢: had been prepared. and it tion of the merits of 1d heer: made ard adjourn- lation that ce Trial Board. ‘The police trial board has had more work on its hands this week than usual. Monday there was a special session of the board to hear Policeman Austin’s case, and Wednes day the regular session of the board wa: held. This morning there was a meeting of the board to hear the case of Policeman Bushall of the first precinct, charged with violating the rules of the manual. A num- ber of witnesses were examined, and the defendant was represented by counsel. — It matters little what it is that you want hether a situation or a servant—a ant” ad. in The Star will reach the person who can fill your need. eg Sentenced for Embezzlement. George Taylor, a young colored man, was sentenced by Chief Justice Bingham today to thirty days in jail for embezzling $15 from Anton Lehmann the 1th of 1. month. The prisoner's previous character was shown to be excellent, hence the judge's clemency. Royal, The Absolutely Pure Baking Powder. Wampole’s Elk Lithia § ‘SpringWater: cured others, it will cure you. We publish herewith one of the many: testimonials we have on file at our offive: » Washington, D. C., Feb. 8, "97. Mr. D. W. Mertz. Dear Sir: I was ordesed to the Elk Lithia Spring with my little girl,:who had suffered for a great length of time with kidney trouble. She was there ithree weeks and drank the water, and the effect was mar- velous. I ca: cheerfully revommend it. Yours very truly, Mrs. McLAIN BRASHEAR, 714 4th st. n.w., Washington, D. ‘Cc. Remember, Wampole’s Elk Lithia is a medicine to be taken in the pleasureable form of a nice, clear, sparkling beverage. Let us explain our new mode of bottling, which prevents ~con- tamination entirely. Get pam phlet giving fuller details, at druggists. DeWitt: W. Mertz, Manager, 613 15th St. U. &. Treasury, mb17-1m. OOOO NEW CHURCH. Result of the Breach in the Salem Baptist Congregation. As a result of the deposition of Rev. S. Geriah Lamkins, pastor of Salem Baptist Church cn Champlain avenue northwest, ninety-five members of the congregation formally withdrew yesterday and formed a congregation to be known as the Lovely Zion Baptist Church. Negotiations are un- der way for the purchase of a lot near Salem Church for the construttion of a house of worship for the new congregation. A meeting was held yesterday afternoon by the council of Baptist churches at Sec- ond Baptist Church, 3d street between H and I streets northwest. The statement of grievances submitted to the council by the committee appointed by the dissatistied members was a lengthy one. It set forth that “We, the aggrieved members, repre- sent a majority of the church, but have been driven from our humble place of wor- ship by physical force, and by unparlla- mentary, unbaptistic, and unChrist-like proceedings of some of the members of the church who do not regard law and order.” It 1s then asserted that “an un- holy desire upon the part of some of the trustees and some of the other members of our church to obtain money is the cause of all the evil and bitterness that has sprung up.” The charge was made “that some of the trustees, a short time before there was any knowledge of our recent troubles,rep- resented by Thomas F. Carter, secretary of the old trustee board, presented $400 of deed of trust notes against our church property, without the knowledge of the church, and“therefore unauthorized, to be signed by the trustees of the church.’ The pastor objected to this, it was stated, and some of the trustees became very angry. A short time after, on January 22, 1 the statement continued: “Thomas F. Car. ter, without any Knowledge of the church or pastor, moved to declare the pulpit vacant.” ——— 0. P. Morton Post and Corps. It “old times” with O. P. Morton Post and corps a few evenings ago, when about fifty ladies of the Relief Corps ac- cepted the invitation of the post to be their guests. An excellent program had been arranged. Regrets from Comrade Pickler of South Dakota and Rev. George Lee were presented. Misses Tibbs and Jackson rendered choice musical selections. Commander James Wells, Julia Mason Layton, president of the corps; Comrades Halten, Shields, Graham and Shorter, and Past Presidents Jordan and Thompkins made addresses. Comrade Arnold of Post No. 2 was a prominent feature on the even- ing’s program, Boards, 12-in., 1c. per foot. 6th & N.Y.av. —Advertisem: _ Three Years for Attempted Arson. Henry Williams, an elderly colored man, was sentenced in Criminal Court No. 1 by Chief Justice Bingham today to three years in the New Jersey state prison at hard labor for attempting to burn the dwelling of Lucy Robinson, colored, in Willow Tree alll » 2d of last month Williams, although admitting serving two in jail, claimed to be a minister of God. His counsel claimed that while the old man and the woman were guilty of immorality, ne was innocent of the crime of arson, charg! discarded the old made that the woman a new love ng had and’ had the charge simply to get him out of the The court thought the charge had fully sustained, and gave him three years at hard labor. Sees rringe Li Marriage licenses hw following: Florence H. nd He! and » been issued to the White—Wellington Kugler and Wollard; Charles A. Moran n A. Herbert; Joseph Poole of this Wilhelmina Alden of Benning, D.C. Colored—William H. Barnes and Rosa E. Smith, Now is when you need Scott's Emulsion, especially if you had the Grippe, and the system is depleted and you are virtually exhausted. A tonic won't do. You need the com- Lined food and tonic properties of Scott’s Emulsion of Cod-liver Oil with Hypophosphites and Glycer- ine. It will give you flesh and strength, and tone up your nervous em in a manner that will almost surprise you. Ask your doctor about it, if you will, His word will strengthen ours. CITY ITEMS. Do You Need Axsistance? wish a government position; if vish to prepare for the active practice if you have a new and novel idea you wish patented or copyrighted; if you wish to collect a government claim, no person or firm is better qualified for ‘sup- plying your wants successfully than is the “National Information Bureau” of this city, for each branch of its business ts pre- sided over by an exvert in his line. It is a commendable enterprise, managed by gentlemen of the highest character, stand- ing and abilit it ————— Fresh Eggs, 1042c. Gibbons’ Butter Stands. * Alfred Madison was fined 2 for disor- derly conduct on 7th street northwest by Judge Kimball. Winds High! Temperature Cold. Try a qt. bottle of our Pure Rye Whisky, 70c., or Rich, Crusty Port, We., or Dry Table Sherry, 50c.; Claret, 20c.7 Golden Ca- tawba, 25c.; New Maple Sugar, l5c.; Clover Honey, Imp. Sardines, 2 for 25c.; Sardines in oll, 5c.; in mustard, 8c.; potted and devil- ed Ham, It P. R. WILSON, 934 7th st. n.w. ——— ee Stop at Buscher's Stands, th st.wing, when in Center Mkt. tomorrow. Here are nice, tender, delicate cuts of meat, such as other places can’t supply you with. French and English Chops, Filets, Tender- loins, Calves’ Brains, &c. it Lawrence Jackson, charged with keeping a disorderly house, was fined $20 or sixty days in jail by Judge Miller. ——— Royal Hendache Powders cure. 10c. mh5-m,w,f,stf Se For Sunday Breakfast you won't ask for a dish that you'll enjoy more than cur Sausage. Rich and tooth- some. J. A. A erfer, 656 Cent. mkt. 1t _—— Judge ve Brand” Hams any way you please—by mild cure, tender, juicy, meat, sweetness—you'll find them finest. Miller & Krogmann,Cen. & K st.mkts. Beecham’s Pills cute Sick Headache. 2 Pure Milk, 3c. pint, delivered. Liberal reductions larger quantities. Address RURAL, Star office. mh21-6t* RoyalGlueMucilage sticks everything.10c. mh5-t,f,stf AMUSEMENTS. RAND OPERA HOUSE. KERNAN & M: WERK COMMENCING MAHCH Se Popular Price Matinees Wednesday and Saturday. Thomas E. Shea, In the MAN-O’-WAR’S MAN. “Without doubt the Best Melodrama seen here this season.’’—Washington Post. SATURDAY NIGHT, by Mr. Shea will appear in the great role of DE. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE. Regular Prices—15, 25, 50 and 7Sc. Al Seats NOTE—A ‘good seat on first floor fur 25 cen’s, Seats in box, $1. Next Attricticn—“SAVED FROM THE SBA.” ————— BOARD OF TRADE. = the Poor to Be Discussed at the Meeting Tonight. Considerable interest seems to be mari- fested in the meeting to be held this even- ing by the board of trade. when the sub- ject of the “housing of the poor in this city” will be ccnsidered. This important question, which has recently received so much attention in Londen, New York and other large cities, is ene not only of great interest to all who are interested in so- ciology and humanitarianism but it also has a very practicable side to every cit- izen, inasmuch as it is a well-known fact that where there is improper housing of the poor, through overcrowding. vice is bred and crime flourishes, so that from a selfish point of view, as well as from a generous desire to help others, this subject is worthy of consideration, and it will be treated at the meeting this evening in an interesting and practicable way by dis tinguished speakers. In addition to thos who have been mentioned on the program, the mecting will be addressed by Dr. Sa: uel C. Busey, president of the Medical So- ciety of this city, who has given much at- tention to the matter of the houses and occupants in alleys, especially in connec- tion with the sanitary requirements. The public are invited to attend, and are requested to be present at 8 o'clock. The members of the beard of trade are ex- pected to be present at 7:30 o'clock. —— Boards, 12-in., 1c. per feot. —Advertisement. ge It matters little what it is that you whether a situation or a servant—a “want” ad. in The Star will reach the 6th & N ~iRe at person who can fill your need. A Wonderful Medicine. BEECHAM’S and Pain in t ness, Fullness ness amd Drows jomach, Sick Swelling after : ness, Cold Chills, *Flushings of Heat, Loss of Appetit ortness of Breath tiveness, Blotches on Distacbed Frightful Dreams, and ous and Trem! li ensations, these symptoms 2 caused by consti FIRST Dos MINUTES. tien, as most of them are. LL GIVE RELIE} ix no fiviton. Eve or is earnestly Invited to try one Box of these Pills and THEY WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED TO BE A WONDERFUL MEDICINE, promptly struct the system. 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Daily at 2:30, 4:30 and 8:15 p.m. EDISON VITASCOPE ‘Takes you around the world in 60 minutes. See the great Fire Scene in New York. Admission, 25e. Children, 15¢ mh22-6r* Special exibition TOMORROW (Saturday), at 12 grelock, tor the benetit of the Free Eye, Bar and Thront Hospital. = i The Lafayette. Tonight. LAST MATINEE SATU VICTORIEN SARDOU: SPIRITISME. Management Al. Hayman and Charles Frohman, WITH THE ORIGINAL CAST! MONDAY, MARCH 29, E. H. SOTHERN, Under the direction of Daniel Frohman, ANENEMY TOTHE KING Seats ordered by mail should be called for at ance. REGULAR ADVANCE SALE OF SEATS NOW it OPEN. — aie BIJOU “WEEK. Tau, 4MATINEES, 4 ..P°: STOWE'S GRAND SCENIC PRODUCTION, UNGLE TOM’S CABIN 50 PEOPLE. 2 BRASS RANDS. G7 Watch for the grand street parade. mh23-5t WEW NATIONAL THEATER, Every Evening, Wednesday and Satunlay Matinees. An Important Dramatic Event, wicTox CAcKAVE, isted MARIE WAINWitGHT, DR, BELGRAFF, -4 PLAY OF INTENSE INTEREST. THE OXLY .._ FRANK BUSH IN GIRL AMUS EMENTS. COWVEM TION BALL, randesi Cycling Event in the Mistery of Washington, THE GREAT Six-Day Bicycle Race, Continuous Riding for 142 HOURS, Commencing MONDAY, MARCH 29, AT 12:01 A.It. GRAND CONCERT H ” Adeaienion, 50c._ a ee o> ee RESERVED SEATS. Tonight at 8 o’clock, At St. Paul’s Church, t. 1TH AND HOSTS. NW. A musical and Literary entertainment, auspices of the Lather League of St. Mark's Cb. Proceeds for benefit of church, Admission, Coeenmia THEATER, ALL Wi ‘The MATINEE SATURDAY. SHAMUS O’BRIEN, rt A Beautiful, Romantic and Superbly Moante OPERA. The Original London Company, Chorus of Sixty Voices, Illustrated Lecture! BY W. A. CROFFUT, PH.D. JERUSALEM AND If A, Sunday Evening. Ti = 28, at Typographic Hall, Stercopticon, if newsboys REALISTIC VIEWS OF THE INAUGURATION WILLARD HALL mz Admission, 10 views! THE BIOGRAPH. Everything moves as in real Ife. DAIL AND So15 ments all for y of the F ™. FRIDAY, MARCH 26, AT 8:15. Recital EMMANUEL WAD, Assinted by YN of the Famous Pianist, JOAN VAN HULS MISS CLARA ASITE ts, $1 Violinist - Accompanist, for sale at Knabe’s and Drow Matinees Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, Sam T. Jack’s ADAMLESS EDEN COMPANY. Presenting only ne and up-to-date features, Illustrated Lecture “IN PE THE SETTING SUN.” BY MR. oF CALI "SHE SENSATION, THE WON Crystal Maze BOLUMBIA ACA. the sights of Washing! foor. Competent Music every evening. a streets. HART BRITTAIN, Mer. Take F street cars. nihd Stf XCURSION: Planked Shad Marshall Hall SUNDAY, MARCH 2s, 2 Charter book farshall Hall Mt. Vern 7th st. wharf. GLEN ECHO CABIN JOHN By new double track Une. Take 7th, 14th, U sts. and Tennallytown cars to Washington and Glen Echo R. 1 mh26-1m* ARLINGTON, FORT MYER FALLS CHURCH. Electric cars from Aqueduct bridge. mh22-3m Steamer Macalester MOUNT VERNON, Tom» of Washington, Daily (except Sunday At 10 a.m., returning reach the city at 2:30 p.m, FARE, ROUND TRIP, Sbc. Admission to grounds, 25 cents. ELEGANT CAFE 0) EAMER. Tickets, with Mount Vernou admission coupon, for sale at wharf and at hotels. ‘Will qlso make river landings as far as Glymont, stopping for freight and passengers both ways, For charters, etc., apply at office of steamer Ma ester. mbd-tt ~~ QUICK SERVICE BY RAIL. Mount Vernon Arlington. Station, Pa. ave. und 13% st. Schedule see Rafl- road column in this paper fe26-tf HIGH-CLASS SUMMER TOUR TO EUROPE, PER- sonally conducted by Prof. and Mme. J. D. Gail- lard, visiting Italy. Italian Lakes, Switzerland, Germans, England ‘and Scotland. “For itinerat and fuil particulars call or address GAILLA| SCHOOL, 1023 15th st. n.w. felé Steamboat Co. orto day in the year for Fortress Mon: 3 Newport News and he ‘superb powerful steel palace the following echedule: = x We i Sew port oa rrr PBEBB = Dining = pennayi : = ania ‘and ©. ticket office, ‘corme = iin street and New York avenee and = bowralstean where time cain cha tact — aished on ition to the undersigned at — th wharf, foot of 7th st.. Wasb-