Evening Star Newspaper, December 10, 1897, Page 16

16 = THE EVENING STAR, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1897-16 PAGES, LOCAL MENTION. AMUSEMENTS TONIGHT. Academy of Music.—Fanny Rice in “At the French Ball.” Columbia Theater.—‘Miss Francis of Yal Grand Opera House.—“A Guilty Mother.” Kernan’s Lyceum Theater.—Weber and Fields’ Vaudeville Club. Lafayette Square Opera Round of Pleasure.” New National Theater—Henry Miller in “Heartsease.” Willard Hall—The Biograph. Masonic Temple, 9th and F sts.—French Market and Luncheon, given by the South- ern Relief Society. ave.—Bazaar for the benefit of Margeret’s Church. Center Market Hall.—Poultry a’ EXCURSIONS TOMORROW. Steamer Samuel J. Pentz for Glymont and intermediate landings at 9:30 a.m. Steamer Newport News for Norfolk and Fortress Monroe at 7 p.m. Steamer Wakefield for Colonial Beach and river landings at 7 a.m. Trains leave 1% street and Pennsylvania avenue for Arlington hourly from 8 a.m. to S pm. ‘Trains leave 13 street and avenue for Mount Vernon at 6 am., 12:05, 4 and 4:15 pm. eee eee ss highest grade Lamp, bril- Muddiman & Co. House.—“One show. $1.75 will bu liant light; made perfect. FANCY CAL. ASPARAGU; Packed in California. Placed in cans with- in one-half hcur from the time of cutting. us retaining its freshness and delicious a dozen cans. Pa. ave. AT JOH Elgin Butter, large oranges, ew prunes, 5 , lemon peel, citron, orange pe Go to Rice, 122: carbonettes and presents. for beautiful for holiday Pa. ave., mezzotints es The Standard Dictionary defines 77, mcre words than any other dictionary, and is later and better ed Sample pages free. Agents wanted. R. A. Dinsmore, 621 7th nw. Lamp Oil—the Cc. A. MUDDIMAN Spring Lamb, New York Roast Beef and Deimonico Steak. JOHN R. KELLY, oth st. wing, Center mkt. Corned Beef a specialty. 2D COFFE! prices. city stores. D. KEN? ality, lowest Pure s sold at cost. 7 large lemon iced cocoanut cakes, j each. ND. $ auction He Gas A. Mucdiman & Co. rt CITY AND DISTRICT. ASSAULT. “<D BY TRAM Young West Virginian Rovghiy Han- dled and Robb ndence of BOYD'S, Two wh Onic near ders View, Ha arsenal at : the tracks s jumped from : was mooving slowl » out of his h and thr = de- attempt was but he ashington june- morning Anderson failed to Point Those who wis » a little trip be- fore cold weather comes in earnest need have no fear of regretting their choice if they declde on Fortress Monroe or Vir- gi as their destination” The cool weather resorts un) left these famous old n and one can almost im- ummer he gine that returned to see the number ef gueses who are now stopping Chamberlin’s new _hote: Anne. With their match- Imy climate and magnifi there is little f nter city on mers 2 both resorts. . will find in the boat Com- ‘lightful foot of 71 e year at and ar- oriress Monroe at o'clock, elk at S o'clock the towing he Difficulty ed in Thi ement for th lement of the lifficulties between the South- 1 Air Line Railway Com- Adjusted. ‘al days gned in Baltimore Preside rer and Hoffman of the two com respectively. The terms were pri published in ‘The Star. To the Filter of The Event Herr L c ers, Haiti prisoned by Germany demands a p y indemnity of $30,000 wit sht hours, and it is paid. Lore ur since, Bolton and of the United States, . are imprisoned at Jails by arbitrarily arrested Santiago de Cuba, in nish authorities d hopelessly injured i nota dollar of in- yet collected by the State navy of the United appears everywhere but where it led; patrolling the American ; Taunton Silver Plate annual sale a Walter B. Will cerner Wwth and P: ties just epened. rooms, Mrs. Dodge at Rest. IDISPENSING OF CHARITY The Police Force to Be Hereafter Relieved of the Duty. Result of a Conference Held at the Office of Commissioner Wight Yesterday Afternoon. In the distribution of funds and supplies to the distressed it is more than probable that the members of the police force will not this winter be called upon. That work they have done faithfuily and well from time immemorial, almost. Commissioner Wight has reached the conclusion that, wherever possible, duties not strictly offi- cial should be dropped by the members of the force, an opinion held also by Major | Moore, the superintendent of the depart- ment. Both for some time have been con- sidering the question of the work performed by the patroimen in connection with the Gistribution of funds and supplies to the poor, with the hope that with the asslst- anc» of the Associated Charities, and other similar organizations, the force could be relieved of such duties. It was with this purpose in view that Commissioner Wight invited a few days ago to a conference with him a number of gentlemen interested and concerned in charitable work. They met at the office of Commissioner Wight late yesterday after ‘. B. L. Whitman, D. D., Col. Blount, Mr. John Joy Edson, Mr. Woodward, Mr. B. T. Janney and Secretary George S. Wilson of the Asso- ciated Charities being present. The Pledge Made. As a result of the conference, which was quite informal, lasting over an hour, a pledge was made on behalf of the Associat- ed Charities by Mr. S. W. Woodward and Mr. John Joy Edson that the work of col- lection and distribution would be done with- cut expense to the District government, it being the unanimous opinion of those pres- ent that the police force should be relieved of such work. Commissioner Wight explained the legiti- mate duties of the members of the police ferce, and stated that because of the limit- ed number of police, and other circum- stances, the distribution of supplies amounted to a great drain on their time. He and Major Moore, while willing to as- t in every way, were nevertheless desir- ous that the officers should be relieved of such work, {f any organization could do it. Mr. Wight ir an exj on of opinton from those present, and vi aid that a the -aid of th lief committee the Associated Charities, assisted by the other organizatio: the duty could be performed without the a No doubt the police d worked, and while they mable value heretofore, and will be in the future whenever called upon, he felt that the work performed by them could now be done by the agencies he had mentioned. Distributions Last Year. It appeared, he said, that the force had i of the police. it is over- en of inesti- last year distributed near! the poor, yet, even in sst he felt that the Associated Char- could e He outlined the ct the relief. system of its a although there w work last year th: no compla’ explaining that pent in charitable n therctofore, there was y suffering because of ef the association, which said Mr. Wilson, for that result. Personal policemen of the condition of people in nt on their be was both and v » and thi ciation in wide ork cov receive the benefit of uch knowledg! » ability of the central relief co i with which his association Wilson said, wa: s of citizens a@ general discus: only in ion said that the prevention of duplic of the best results of the work of ed Charit in reply to a frem Commissioner Wight, Mr. Wi inclined to believe who are in need, and yet are to make known their wants, fer speal to one of the agents ssociated Charities rather than to nan. To that Major Moore could remarking that such people be more likely to ask assistance through the police. Replying to Mr. Ed- son, Majer Moore declared that the police do not ire to continue the work, wish- ing to be forever disassociated with it. He thought the police should be left to their regular duties, and if they were many complaints against their supposed ciency would be removed. ssens Their Efficiency. Mr. Edson was glad to hear what Major Moore had satd, and he supported the proposition to relieve the force absolutely of all duties except the protection of prop- ineffi- erty and the prevention of crime. The force is a good one, he said, a model one, in many respects, yet the duties of offi- cers in connection with charity and sani- tary matters lessen their efficiency, and he felt safe in saying it could be guaranteed that the work of charity would be well at- tended to by the Associated Charities. What is needed was to relieve the needy without manufacturing paupers. He com- mended the police force for what they had done, for they had done it well and faith- fully, but he believed the charity question should be turned over to people who are making a scientific study of it. Dr. Whitman said he was gratified to find that the police force desired to be re- lieved of the work. There had been a during recent years in char- y work, and while the police department would remain an efficient agency for dis- covering the needs of applicants, yet he felt as Major Moore did. Replying to Mr. Wight, who asked if the association would undertake to cover the entire District with the six paid Dr. Witman the police agencies were Gi in inevitable that seme organization would have to be made to do the work. The experience of other workers now employed, if cities that the Associated Charities can do all that will be required. Mr. Woodward remarked that he fully indorsed everything said by Mr. Edson and Dr. Whitman, and he would pledge, on the part of the executive committee of the Associated Charities, that a sufficient num- ber of pai@ workers would be furnished if voluntecrs could not be secured. Heartily in Accord. Superintendent Lewis was heartily in ac- cord with the sentiments expressed. The concentration of means of relief, he said, is imperatively needed, and the more con- centrated it is the more effective it will be. There should be one central point of relief, and there need be no fear, if the police ure relieved, that the charity work will not be well done by the Associated Charities. Mr. Wight read a letter from the pastor of St. Augustine's Church, saying that the St. Vincent de Paul Society had branches in every section of the District for charita- ble work. No denomination is refused as- sistance by it, which is given gratuitously. He therefore asked why the District should be taxed to do what others do for nothing. Mr. Wight said there was no criticism on the police force, and he was glad to see them given the praise and credit which they undoubtedly deserved for what they had accomplished in the past. He said he would call the attention of the other Commissioners to what had been said. and had no doubt that some settlement of the question satisfactory to all con- cerned would be reached. The window display—monkeys and Coon Charley—are drawing large crowds at John- Advt. ead Labor Delegates Chosen. The members of Local Union, No. 2, Na- tional Steel and Copper Plate Printers’ Union, held a very largely attended meet- ing it evening at Grand Army Hall, and unanimously decided to affiliate themselves with the Central Labor Union. They elect- ed delegates to that body as follows: J. McGuirk, F. J. Parks, E. Welch, H. Seg- Funeral services over the remains of the late Mrs. E. V. Dodge were held yesterday at her late residence, St. Elizabeth Heights, and also at the chapel in Glenwood cem- Rev. J. B. North offictated, and Chapter, E. &., of which the de- ceased was a past worthy matron, ren- dered the service for the dead. Mr. Percy 8. Fester sang a solo. gas Hothouse Grapes and Strawberries. C. Engel’s Sons, Center market.—Advt gedy and C. T. Smith. Bricklayers’ Union, No. 1, of this city yesterday elected delegates ‘to the thirty- second annual international convention of the Bricklayers and Masons of America, which meets in Peoria, Ill., January 10, 1898, as follows: Michael P. Canty, William H. Magban and John Stanley. For deputy James O’Brien was designated. pieriosde ecreni In selling or storing your personal effects go to Sloan's, 1407 G street, best location in Washington.—Advt, WOMAN SUFFRAGISTS. Meeting of District Associatton at Riggs House. A regular meeting of the District Wo- man’s Suffrage Association was held in the parlors of the Riggs House last night. A report was made by Miss E. M. Gillett, on the Columbia Hospital for Women, which stated that there are no women in the man- agement of the institution. Mrs. A. H. Thompson was appointed chairman. It was announced that a course of four Mlustrated lectures will be given during the winter on the fourth Thursday of each month. The first will be December 30. ae was read by Miss Harper of New ‘ork. A committee on resolutions of regret at the death of Dr. Edson was designated, composed of Mrs. Belva Lockwood, Miss Sarah Wall, Miss Clara Colby and Miss R. G. D. Havens. Another committee was ap- pointed to arrange plans for the associa- tion to aid the women of the country who are forwarding the National University project. Mrs. A. H. Thompson and Miss Anna T. Smith were chosen for this work. It was decided by the association to in- struct the secretary to address a letter to the librarian of Congress stating that it ts the desire of the suffragist association that the Congressional Library shall be kept open on Sundays, and that books may be removed upon the deposit of certain sums of money. ——— BARTENDER COMMITS SUICIDE. Francis Gray Swallows Fatal Dose of Carbolic Acid. Francis Gray, forty-five years old, who had been employed as a bartender at Os- borne’s saloon, corner of 7th and G streets, committed suicide at his home, No. 717 6th Street northwest, yesterday afternoon. He took a dose of carbolic acid, and died in a few minutes, after suffering intense agony. The unfortunate ran had been employed in the saloon for about ten years, and did considerable buying for his employer. He had been away from work for about two weeks, and had only recently returned. Yesterday he was employed as usual, and about 2 o'clock in the afternoon went home to dinner. His wife met him at the door. There was nothing in his appearance to in- dicate anything wrong with him. In a few minutes he was upstairs in his room and when dinner had been prepared his wife called him. Not receiving any response, she went to see if there was anything the matter, and found her husband lying on the bed. He was unconscious and was un- able to speak to her. Returning to the lower floor, Mrs. Gray ent a child to summon assistance. A call was sent to police headquarters for an am- bulance, but when the vehicle arrived the man was dead. Mrs. Gray is unable to assign any cause for her husband's He had been slight- ly ill some time ago, but she thought he had recovered. She certainly had no rea- pect that he would take his own Coroner Carr gave a certificate of in accordance with the circum- TTSVILL Telephone Lines and Other Matters Considered by Commissioners. The board of town commissioners of Hy- attsville, Md., held its regular monthly pting Tuesday evening, December 7, srs. Tierney, Aman, Wilson and Walker being present. The road committee reported that the work on the two culverts was being pushed forward as rapidly as possible, and wouid soon be completed; that the improvemenis or Ralston avenue had been finished and the repairs on Arundel avenue progressing expeditiously. Ar ution was passed authorizing the road committee to advertise for bids for further work to be done on Arundel avenue. A resolution was also passed authorizing repairs under the supervision of Mr. Aman, upon the walks and streets, A communication was read from the Chesapeake and Potomee Telephone Com- pany, a: mission to erect pole through ¢ ctions of the town, com- mencing the junction of Washington aven following Was at » and the county road on the west, ington avenue to Ralston on Ralston avenue to Wine avenue; thence on Wine avenue to Johnson avenue; thence on Johnson avenue to Mary- Jand avenue and down Maryland avenue to Wells’ drug store. Authority was given to erect the poles under the supervision of the town commissioners and to maintain them for a period of five years, subject to such other arrangements as may then be made. The treasurer made his report as follows Collections from all sources, $1,877.14; ex- penses, $733.20; cash balance’ on hand, $1,143.04. The following bills were passed and or- dered to be paid: The Potomac Terra Cot- ta Company’ for pipes, $47.40; W. P. Ma- gruder for contract work on culvert on Maryland avenue, $147.25; A. Carr, rent of office and for postage, from May ‘1 to De- cember 6, 1897, $43; Charles W. Barr, ser- vices as town bailiff for months of August, September, October and November, $16; Thomas Somerville, for pipes, $27. Mr. Clarence Wilson tendered his resig- nation as engincer-in-chief of the fire de- partment. He was appointed commission- er in charge of the fire department. Mr. George Burns was appointed engineer-in- chief, vice Mr. Wilson; Mr. Frank Hickey, first asisstant, and Mr. Wm. Dorr, second assistant. Mr. Lyon, the engineer who has been preparing plans and specifications for the proposed water works and sewerage sys- tem, announced that he had been unable to complete his report in time for the meet- ing, but that he would submit it next week. A special meeting will be called to con- sider this report and action will then be taken. ee Knights of Labor Views. Resolutions were adopted at the meeting last evening of District Assembly, No. 66, Knights of Labor, to ask Congress that the new cval Library building be kept open each evening, including Sunday, until 10 o'clock; condemning the Sherman- Cullom anti-ticket scalping Dill, and re- questing that in the next census statistics be tabulated relating to farms, houses and mortgages, together with the quantity of vacant, partially improved and wholly im- proved lands in the United States, and the amount, location and value of all lands held by foreign owners. ———— Green Peas and Summer Squash. C. Engel’s Sons, Center market.--Advt. > Mrs, Oldberg’s Recital. Mrs. Susanne Oldberg gave a student re- cital at the Washington Club yesterday af- ternoor, which was attended by so large a number of people—many of them musicians and many representatives of fashionable society—that the large parlors and music room were compietely filled. That the large audience was pleased wlth the program presented was manifested by the emphatic applause that followed each number. The pupils brought forward by Mrs. O!dberg were Miss Ernestine Rowland, who gave Hawley’s “Because I Love You, Dear,” and the old melody, “When Love Is Kind; Mrs. Blanche Sprigg, whose numbers were Gounod’s “O Splendida Notte” and Wick- ede's “Springtide;”’ Mr. Halsted P. Hoover who sang Gray’s “The Purple Heather,” Remberg’s Hermit Aria from the opera of “Elaine,” and Vogrich’s “I Love But Taee;” Mrs. Ralph Barnard, who interpreted Saint Saens’ ‘Mai coeur s'ouvre a la roix,” and Mr. Philip Gerry, whose selections were Beethoven's ‘‘Inquesta Tomber” and Vul- ean’s Song from Gounod’s “Philemon et Bancls.” Each performer did satisfactory work and indicated the result of careful and conscientious effort. Mrs. Oldberg was as- sisted by Mr. Pierre Stevens, baritone, who sang Weatherly’s “The Bee and the Song,” “Because I Love You” and an old Weish song, “All Through the Night,” and by Mr. Harry Wheaton Howard, who played his own pastoral piano suite in a masterly manner and who was warmly compliment- ed not only for his playing, but also for the bright and original composition. Mrs. Old- berg was the accompanist to the singers, and her efficier.t work in that respect con- tributed in no small degree to the effective- ness of the recital. ——_o—_—_ Hyacinths and Narcissus at Gude's. A beautiful showing of rare blossoms well worth seeing. 1224 F st.—Advt. ——— Large and attractive sale of furniture, carpets and hangings at Sloaa’s, 1407 G st., tomorrow at 10 a.m.—Advt. te Fae SP, ALLEYLESS SQUARES. Discussion of theySubject in Connec- tion With a Permit. Speaking today of the recall of the per- mit issued to thesChesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company for the erection of poles on Wyomipg iavenue, Commissioner Black said that White he expects the com- pany to take somejaction in the matter, he does not knownwhat it will be. The com- pany, he remarked, undoubtedly has rights in the matter, ag bave the citizens, and no doubt both will insist on them. Much annoyance and trouble, Commtis- sioner Black thimks, could be avoided in such cases if alleys should be made in suburban sections, where the lots are in- variably very deep. <Frequently squares in these sections are found in which no alley- way whatever exists, the consequence be- ing that garbage, ashes and like refuse are taken away through the front yards or doors of houses. Not only all this could be done away with, he says, by the making of alleys in such squares, but also the erection of tele- phone and telegraph poles in the streets. For with alleys in existence, the neces- sary poles could be erected in them and the streets would remain unobstructed by the ebjected-to poles. The opening of alleys, explained Com- missioner Black, is a very simple matter, it being accomplished on a petition by a majority of the land owners in the alleyless square addressed to the Commissioners. The latter then secure the condemnation of the required land by a marshal's jury, the awards for the land taken being less the benefits, and the amounts apportioned being levied as taxes where the benefits exceed those allowed for the land taken. —_+—_. TOLD HIS OWN STORY. ——— Kelly Relates His Experiences Resulting From Poisoning. The experiences of Dr. D. J. Kelly, who recently had a narrow escape from death, as the result of eating poisonous mush- rcoms, was related before the members of the Chemiczl Society of Washington, at a meeting held last evening in the assem- bly hall of the Cosmos Club. Dr. Kelly told the story himself, his subject being, “A Personal Experience With Amanita Muscaria Poisoning."’ It will be recalled that his companion at the breakfast table when the mush- rooms were eaten was Count de Vecchi, who died from the effects of the poison. Dr. Kelly said he ate of the fungi, and it was good. He ate the heads first because they were better than the stalks, the lat- ter having a taste somewhat like that of cabbage. About an hour after eating he felt nervous, but suspected nothing. Soon he fell asleep in his chair. Phen, when he fell unconscious to the floor, he was re- moved to Providence Hospital. When he recovered consciovsness he felt “like a sound man dying.” His body felt benumb- ed. There was almost an absence of se tion. There was no pain. It would have been an easy death. “Some Recent Discoveries in the Ripening of Cheese” was the theme of an addre by Dr. E. W. Allen, and Dis posal” was d Dr. Death Before Dishonor. To the Editor of The Evening Star: Since The Star seems to be the daily most largely read by the colored people of the District of Columbia, I desire through your columns to call attention to an incident, of recent date, one phase of which, it strikes me, ought have elicited the public com- mendation of those who are striving to cle- vate the moral standard of the coiored people. I refer to the attempted murder of Franc2s Robinson and the suicide of the would-be assassin, Hays. Is there nothing comme titude and action of worthy of lavdation? dable in the at- this girl—nothing Can there be no in- spiring n drawn from her determined resolve cw a woman, to virtue wed,” which might with good results be impr ed upon other young girls budding womanhocd? In ali such fame of the smir into or kindred affaii the fair female is too generally be- This is ne:ther fair nor just—e condition which should not obtain « the whose fair fame may be withere by a single breath, while man, reeking with the guilt of slaughtered innocence, ceived by all with open arms as tue “ ideal” of the hour. Those of us who know something of t social conditions which obtain among col- ored people can, in a measure, appreciate what this young girl had to labor under. She, the daughter of a common day labor- er, Hays, the son of a popular preacher. It is just such women as Frances Robinson who have withstood influence, threats, risk- ed and defied death rather than be disnon- ored, whe have ennobled the womanhood of every age. In the Bible's beautiful story of ‘her, who does not experience a thrill of admira- tion at the action of Vashti, refusing to debase he if, when modesty Was consid- ered woman's chief virtu What American docs not rejoice at the rescue of E: gelina y Cisneros, with un- tarnished virtue and fair fame intact? Neither of these women did or was aided to do more to preserve themselves from self-debasement than was done by Frances Robinson, 1n the face of death impending and imminent. This girl, though unknown to me, I regard as a heroine of the highest type. Let the leaders of thought among the colored people, especially women and men, impress the excellence of her noble stand in defense of honor on the many young girls who are yet to go through the crucial stage in inciplent womanhood, who are yet to run the gauntlet of temptations which will assail them from every side. However humble in the walks of iife this girl may be, her example sterds as a monument, commemorative of the occasion where vir- tue withstood the onslaughts of vice and held the fort. z Let the watchword of the old Irish peas- ,antry, “Death before dishonor,” be caught up by the young colored women. Let it in- fuse new determination into them to hold higher the moral standard and recognize the truth that virtue is the most precious jewei with which woman can be adorned. Hoping this letter will be read in the spir- it in which it is written, and trusting that it will arouse such thought, as well as result in elevating higher than now the andard. RICHARD E. TOOMEY Of Greeneville, Tenn. v7. December 7, 1S > Matrimonial Yokes Broken. Judge Cox, sitting in Equity Court No. 1, today signed decrees divorcing Frank R. Sale from Josephine M. Sale, and Julia McK. Campbell from Joseph A. H. Camp- bell. % The petition for divorce in the Sale case was filed by the husband the 23d of last June. The couple were married January 9, 1883, in Louisville, Ky. They lived to- gether, so Mr. Sale explained, until about January 1, 1885, when his wife deserted him. Mr. Sale expressed his: willingness that their one child; Francis Joseph Sale, stould remain with its mother. In her petitton;fileé March 8, last, asking a legal separation, Mrs. Campbell states that she marriedsJ: -s A. H. Campbell at ‘Westminster, Mé., rch 31, 1891. After alleging various #ffemges'to the discredit of her husband, she charges that he deserted her several yearsago. —_»—_ Boldnegs of Footpads. Miss Cora Willdama, who lives at No. 724 7th street southwest, had an exciting en- counter with twe calored footpads on the street near her home about 9 o'clock last night. The young weman had noticed the strange conduct @f the colored men. Whea she. overtook them they separated, and, as she was passing them, one of them grab- bed her pocket beok,-while the other seized her. Z Miss Williams ealled for help, and at the same time she did the best she could 10 help herself. During the struggle the col- ored man who had robbed her dropped the pocket book, and did not have time to® re- gain possession of it. Complaint was made to Acting Sergeant Sanford, and the case is being investigated by the police. ———— ‘Wite Petitions fer Divorce. Lulu E. Barnes, through Attorney Clar- ence A. Brandenburg, today: filed suit for divorce from Arthur S. Barnes. ‘The couple were married in Baltimore, July 13, 1891, as is set forth in the petition, but imme- diately thereafter came to this city to re- side. Mrs. Barnes charges that her hus- band deserted her September 8, 1893, and since that time, she says, he has con- tributed absolutely nothing toward her sup- | Royal Headache Fowders YY. M. Cc. SENATE. SEALER MAKES SUGGESTIONS. Organization Formed for -Improve- ment of Members in Debate. The members of the Young Men's Christ- jan Association desiring means for mutual improvement during the winter evenings organized last November a debating society styled the “Senate of the Y. M. Cc. A.” Its first officers consisted of the following: President, Lloyd M. Tillmu vice president Ed. A. Beekman of Cleve- land, Ohio; secretary, E. Maurice Cox, and sergeant-at-arms, Chas. L. Sneil. The members were apportioned to the different states of the Union and the mode of procedure was a copy, as far as possi- ble, of the pattern of regularly organized legislative bodies. During last year’s ses- sion public questions bearing upon our national life were brought before the Sen- ate and discussed. The Senate was convened the evening of December 1 last, and a temporary organi- zation effected, and the evening of the Sth instant the following were elected for the ensuing three months: President, : E. West; vice president, Maurice P. By secretary, T. O. Monk, and sergean arms, Edw. Keeling. Two Designs for Use in Certifying Senles and Measures. Sealer of Weights and Measures Haskell has taken formal charge of his office, and hus actively entered upon his duties. At his suggestion, the Commissioners have approved two designs which he proposes to be used for certifying to the examination and correctness of scales and measures passed by him. The sealer wishes it un- derstood that wagons used in trade are li- able to be taken up and examined at any time by him and his office for the pur- pose of ascertaining whether they are of correct weight, and those discovered to be incorrect will be held up and their owners punished. The same course will be pursued in respect to measures by hucksters plying about the city. ee Jury Trial Demanded. Edward Connover, who was arrested yes- terday by Policy Detective Watson on the charge of promoting policy, today pleaded not guilty before Judge Kimball, and asked for a jury trial. The accused was held in ‘Among those present at this meeting | $90 bail to again appear in court when ne- were Messrs. George H. | tified to do so. pratt 4. Sale Davis, jr. Albert Lewi ae = Lloyd M. Tillman, W. O. Firoved, Mau- rice Cox, James McDaniel, William J. Fen- triss, John Trede, P. Constantini, William Riley, Ed Beekman, William L. Mille: Edw. Keeling, Lewis H. Wintermute, Ja gee Impure Blood Pimples Broke Out—Cured E. West ,T. O. Monk, Jas. Mollere and . C. - Maurice P. Evans. Future meetings will by Hood's Sarsaparilla. be held Wednesday evening of cach week. > Peril of Pedestrians, To the Editor of The Evening Sta As I reached the corner of H and 15th streets northwest this morning a little girl about rine years of age was being carried into a pharmacy, and I was informed that in the effert to escape one car she had been knocked down by another of the Met- | 4 ropolitan railroad, and that but for her | Hood’s Pills Presence of mind she would probably have | Sepeuaqeg been killed. This occurrence leads me to repeat what has been so often insisted upon, that these cars move at a spe2d through the crowded thoroughfares of the city that at every moment threatens the life or limb of pedestrians. Already the reckle:s bicyclist has become a daily ter- ror, and between the two there is scant security for the pedestrian. Having daily occasion to pass the corner where the so- called “accident” occurred this morning, 1 am a witness of the peril here encountered, but the same elements of ¢ ger appear at many other points. One reflection occurs to me in this connection, that is, whether, at least In the track, ft fs rot a mistake and error of judgment to fix the stops of cars at or on the street crossings, where the travel gen- erally is most congested. One of the ob- jous dang which frequent occurrence emphasized is that the unfortuna victim in dodging one car is run into by “My body was all bi ples,” which caused me to be continually ing. I then commenced — taki o's Sarsaparilla, and 1 now feel better e than I ever have in my . CHILDS, land. en out with pim- . Baltimore, Mai tH ood ’s parilla Is the best—in fact,the One True Blood Purifier. cure adache,in-li- gest sness. 25e. AMUSEMENTS. Recital. Our friends and the pu to our AEOLIAN afternoon at 4: Daa a ae ae te te te tte te a sd L. tomorrow SHARP. Tenor Soloist: Mr. Meiviile D. Hensey. selec- (Saturds No Admission Charge. will inclu tions and songs. Sanders & Stayman, Aeclian and Piane Parlors, rd e of a double classic and poy r another, which at the moment of his en- vor is conc oi e It seems to me that in the interest of the community generally would be T pr about midw to stop the car: 1s F ST. N.W. ere the travel isu! Bercy Som e not to step them side by ercy 5. foster, vhere One conceals the other from view. CONDUCTOR. It ‘annot The Star lend a hand to reform in this direction? CITIZ! December 9, 1897 JNAL THEATER, AT MA Two sales daily, 10:30 a. m. & 2:30 p. m., of entire stock of Gerome Desio, 1107 F St. LT |i] Grane “gift? Gold and SUver Jewelry, | | | | Diamonds, ete., at your own prices! Be 1 {1 | gimiing Saturday, Dec. 11, extra eventag {| | | Sale at 8 o'clock. 11 || A deposit reserves any arti in Heartsease. NEXT SUNDAY—COL. R. G. Subject: “Why I Am an Az Seats now on sale. —N T WE F. WARREN JOHNSON, AUCTIONE de9-18a James A. Herne a sie air 5 For Fine Traveling Bags, Pocket In lis Beautiful Pay, Books, Toilet Cases and 3 Shore Acres: Leather Goods Gone. Souvenirs ee saint Mertine Frame Also big line of Lap Robes and Driving Gloves. d | Dyspepsia, Heartburn, Gastritis, Ulceration, Or threatened Catcer of the Stomach and all dis- cases arising from an impaired digestive system 3 EVENIN Columbia, YEN “Uproarious laughter from all parts of the he ° —Washington Tin Mss FRANCIS positively one laughed until GROVER "S Remedy 1s a specific. The s were sore. Such first dose ‘removes all distress anda permauent genuine outbursts have cure of the most chronic case Is guaranteed. Send one ; $1.00 to GROVER GRAHAM Co., Newbursh, hardly ever been beard in N. Y., and receive a full-sized bottle, express Washington. prepaid. —The Post. If not as represented money will be refunded. IN “THE Write for pamphlet. Sold by all druggists. A é S0-cent bottle convince The New York Heralid’s CHRISTMAS NUMBER WILL BE ISSUED ON Sunday, December 12. In Addition to the Regular Features and all the News of the World, It will contain THIRTY-TWO PAGES OF ART AND LITERATURE SUPERBLY PRINTER, IN PUL COLORS; Charming and Cor Stories b JOHN STRANGE W . S., OF DALE MAURUS JOKAI, WILLIAM LE QU! STUART CUMBERLAND AND OTHERS. Magnificent Illustrations contributed by THULSTRUR, T. DART WALK (SELLER, GRAHAM, MARIE d'EPINAY AND OTHERS. noZs-1m.20° WHO FEAKS To SPEAK OF A LECTURE si OF THE UNITED IRISH “TOF COLUMBLA, nu by Miss Maud Gonne, AT COLU: 7 TER, ON SUNDAY DEC. 12, K, On the Subject of “Treland: From 1798 to The Present Time.”’ Supplemented by a Beautiful, Stereopticon Exhibi- tion of Irish Views, ADMISSION, 50 CENTS: ERVED SEATS, UNDER THE SOCIETIES 0) at Droop’s and Metzerott’s Music Stores, O'Reilly's and Lan caster’s ber of th Lafayette 5 MATINEE KLAW & Snmptuous and ONE ROUN OF PLEASURE The most gor and ambitious Exposition of Amicrican Extravaganza, A Fas i= and tidious: n of Si jc Spectacle. Next week—Damrosch Ope re de6-20tf CANON FARRAR WRIT On ‘Thoughts for Christmas. DR. HEPWORTH WRITES On the Chithood of Jesus. If WILL BE A FEATURE OF THE HOLIDAY Order from Your Newsdealer in Advance. Pr as Usual. deo-3t arenes Wednesday Evening, ———=| LAFAYETTE § Ysfecstey Pe Carroll Institute Dramatic Club, In Lester Wall: 's Famous Play, ROSEDALE (Benefit Carroll Institute.) Seats, $1, 75c.. 50c. Boxes, $5, $6 and $8. Sale opens at Metzerott's Musle Store, Dec. le7-8t CITY ITEMS Chr. Xander, 909 7th st. Clean-tastirg, fusel-free Old Cal. Brandy and Whisky, both at 60c. qt., or Gold Medal Rye, G5c. qt, from his wholesale stock, are quite proper for mincemeat, fruit cake or eggnog, unless to improve them you em- ploy Car. Xander’s Special Family Rye, $3 gal., at., or his Old Reserve Rye or Oldest Cal. Brandy, both $4 gal.; $1 qt. 1t gs Rec is For Thankagiving. Plum Pudding—New Raisins, New Greno- ble Walnuts, New Almonds, Shelled Al- monds, Seeded Raisins, Cteaned Currants, Comb Honey, French Candy, New Citron. To convalescents—Try a bottle of our Port, 30 and 75c., or Sunshine Sherry, 50 and 35c., for weak lungs, and Muscatel, rich, heavy, 85c., and Golden Catawba direct from winery, 25c. bot. it P. R. WILSON, 934 7th st. n.w. Tree Ornaments—Gould’s—Open evening. del0-13t* French Market & Luncheon BY Southern Relief Society AT MASONIC TEMPLE, December 6 to 1 OPEN FROM 11 A.M. TO 11 P.M. LUNCHEON, 12 TO 3 P.M., 25 CENTS. det-6t | Many persons cannot take plain cod- = er oil. They cannot digest ite It upsets the stomach, Knowing these things, have digested the oil in Scott's Emulsion of Codtiver Oil with Hypophos- phites; that is, we have broken it up into little globules, or droplets. We use machinery to do the work of the digestive organs, and you ob- tain the good effects of the digested oil at once. That is why you cas take Scott’s Emulsion. SOc. and $1.00, all druggists SOOTT & BOWNE, Chemists, New York oS = RNAN & RIPE, Managers, LAST TWO NIGHTS Last Mutinee Saturday MR. JaMES H. WALLICK’S Original Emotional Melodcama, GUILTY MOTHER A PLAY THAT APVEALS TO WOMAN'S HEART. ‘The love of » good woman red ne world, Next Week-THE CHERRY PICKERS, de6-6t "ANNUAL re THEDRAMIN CLUB, - LITANS. ARS SATURDAY EVE i S nulestom, ate ROLL INSTITUTE be _ Lafayette Sq. Opera House. In Fren} Unaer WALTER DAME MONDAY LA TRAVIAT Van « NGRIN in G Staudigl, MM. B N dn Frenm Mattfetd, . Viviaut, Mes, Boud: plete Seenoties SCALE OF $2.00, $2.50, The Washi Of Decorative Art WILL GIVE A House Warming ngton Society AT S11 VERMONT AVE.,OPP. THE ARLINGTON, December 15. Open from ‘clock for gale of Christmas Novel ties. L h, 11 to 2 Tea, 4 to T de9-5t-28 Academy. America’s Funniest Women, FANNY RICE In_ Fred Schrader’s Lauzhab Comedy, AT THE FRENCH BALL, Including Her Latest Paris Novelty, The Dancing and Singing Dolls. “TWO A—FOR” night. F H st BOSTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA. Mr. EMIL PAUR, onductor. SECOND TUESDAY AFTERNOON, 1 PROGRAM: DVORAK Symphony No. HANDEL Arla from“ « RT, Square Opera Hous F.R. a ., Asst 8,20, 11,18 D R. NA NS EN 9 The World-famed Arctic Explorer, will deliver his Tntensely Interesting and Instractive Lectui C. A. ELLIS, Manager, Mustrated by 100 colored iantern-slide views from photos and sl os taken by Lim, AT CO! 7 1. THURSDAY EVENING. d Seats - Be. General Admissi ay Tickets on sale at Sanders & Stayru) BARCAIN WEEK THE BIOGRAPH 25> somssios ron mms wees, 25 cts. By Special Arrangement. cts. Exhibitions Dafly—2:30, 4:30 and 8:15. no27-20,tf EMBER 16, $1, $1.50 und $2 At Johnston’s, 72) 7th st special prices on Walnuts, Pecans, Brazils, Filberts, Soft Shell Almonds. it seg eee, Diamond Back Terrapin. Epicures or lovers of good things who wish to enjoy a dish of genuine Chesa- peake Diamond Back Terrapin, will find the highest grade at Harvey’s, cocked to please the most fastidious. Families and recep- tions served with any number of portions. 1t Mark Twain’s new book just arrived. It wakes a merry Christmas certain. Give it Don’t Miss the Center Market Hall, DEC. 7, 8, 9, 10 AND 11, 1897. ducks, geese and pet stock. All varieties of to a friend. Sold exclusively by R. A. | Pigeons. Incubators hatching during show. Dinsmore, 621 7th n.w. Agents wanted. de1o-3t* Tickets, 25 Cents. RoyalGineMucilage sticks everything.10c, | Doors open from 9 a.m. until 10 p.m. each day. mb5-t,f,stf . de6-6t ee jay present for children at Gould’s. de¥-6t° Another Public Sale. KKEBSAN'S LYCEUM THEATER. Matizere Tuesday. Thorsdar and Saturday. poor TOTS street, Webnesien attemnene, Vaudeville Club | December 15, 15 o'clock. de8-3t = Burlesquers, make tree Gould, it of New. ss | The Girl From ‘China. , Week—VANITY FAIR BURLESQUERS., c6-0t 2 cure. 100. mb5-m,w, fst - * ~ Thousands of chickens on exhibition. Turkeys, | —— EXCURSIONS, ETC. Poultry Show,)|N%2* © Wsstisstes Steamboat Co in the year for Fortress Monroe, Sews and all points south ‘the superb pow Steel palace steamers — "Ne News." “Norfolk”? ‘and "Washing — ton” on the following schedule: Ly. Washington.7:00 p.m. Lv.Portsmouth. Lr. Alexa - Lv Norfolk. — Ev da: = Norton, ‘sale at 513, 619, 817, ‘B. and O. ticket office, ‘cor. 15th st. and — &. » and on board steamers. — ©7For further information at soma! “aes Ba To CALLAHAN, Gencrai Stanager- For Arlington, Fort Myer and Falls Church--Take the F st. or Penna. ave. cars—and the electric cars at Aqueduct bridge, auT-10,tf