Evening Star Newspaper, September 13, 1898, Page 12

THE EVENING STAR, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 1898-12 PAGES. « LOCAL MENTION. ENTS TONIGHT. the Electrician.” ile. “The Hula Girl. eum Theate repolitan Burles heater—“The Girl from Paris.” and 15th street—Battle of Jan & ——_—_ er Charies Macales \d Mount Vernon at 10 a.m. an¢ 20 stelle Randall for Glymont and points at Norfolk and » p.m. : Wakefield for Colonial adings at 7 a.m. Moseley for Colonial Beach, and Somerset Beacn street and Pennsylvania on hourly from § a.m. to leave 13% street and Pennsy!vania Mount Vernon hourly from 10 >.m. ve nd M streets and en minutes for West 3len Echo. HE WHO KNOWS famous Milwaukee Beer unknown. Millions drink ica’s finest beer—the sta certu "phone PAE x Trai nd P s ‘T “PABST” argues himself “Pabst'’—Amer- dard for half a 273 for a case. Use “Kenny's Cheon,” the best 50c. tea in America. Pure American-refined Sugars sold at cost. Cc. D. KENNY, 8 city stores. CITY AND DISTRICT. Children Greeted Them. Of all the officers and private soldiers of the Ist Regiment, District of Columbia Vol- unteers, who have just returned to their hemes and friends, none, perhaps, have met with a more graceful and sincere re- than was accerded Adjt. Dan. V. m and his t her, Sergt. John A. by boys and girls of the y reside. By agre>ment, more little patriots met urning heroes as he turned , and chzer after cheer went rs came down the middle of h was surrounded by scores dren, anxious for a shake of a nod of recognition. As the ers st>pped inside their home th the in front and sang airs. A word of od night” from -rsed the juveniles, and r several hom aes es $10 To Niagara Falis and Retarn $10 via Pennsylvania Rallroad. with coaches and parior Washington 7:55 a.m. Sep- 5 and 29. Tickets limited ten ay y stop-over at Buffalo, Rochester and Watkins returning.—Advt. — Annual Meeting of Grand Lodge. The eighteenth annual meeting of District Srand Ledge of the G. U. O. of O. F. of the District of Columbia, convened at Odd Fellows’ Hall, 1606 M street northwest, last ni with Dietrict Grand Master A. H. Stevens presiding. The following grand of- ficers and members of the executive com- mittee were present: Deputy D. G. M., W. J. Abrams; D. G. S., H. L. Livingsto! T., J. W. Walker: D. G. director, C. B. Walker; D. G. chaplain, A. D. Coleman; D. G. warden, D. G. 1. G., T. J. Houston; D. G. marshal, George A. There were over for' ng One-Half Rate ti via B. & O. Tickets sold a Boston and Return Official I. 0. O. F. route. good going Sept. 16 to urn until Sept. 30, Inclusive. further particulars inquire of B. & O. —Advt — Burial of Veteran George Morgan. George Me , @ pensioner, formerly of x New York Volunteers, nday at No. 124 Ist street seaped burial In the ever, he was grave in Arling- de an investigation Morgan's death, which w + from natura! causes, and while the h office re- ch disliked to bury otters field, but in this would be compelled to do Carr, former Sergt. of master Darneille’: in the case, and jor Vice Com- Department of the ., to the matter. Mr. yok the necessary steps to veteran decently buried, € Stated, was don3 today in a nd 6 per cent on real Rawlings, 1503 Pa. ave.— Frenk 1 tisement. ee Gone to Meet His Mother. ate Claudius J. Neis of Company G ast evening for St. Louis, where he ex- pects to meet his mother for the first time he enlisted for the war. veveral times ill in Cuba, Mr. home in pretty good physical condition. He cure his discharge in ume to dy of the law at Columbian will return to the city in about two week: oe el Cambridge, N. Y¥. Refurnished, ely refitted and de t. Is now ready for the of guests. Henry Walter, Filed for Probate. abeth W. Maynadier, was tiled for probate B terms of the Tr entire estate to ulia Lynde Scott, wife of cott, Gth United States ts her executrix. By 1808, the will ts ng bequests: To her A. Counselman of nieces, Eliza- $1,000: Carrie $1,000) Mrs. Charles D. $1,000, and the sum of $1,000 for of @ monument over the grave rs hu: i Wiliam W. dated yester the sunselman, euts prices on Fur t in half—Advt. His Comrades to Take Action. Mount Pleasant Field d for tonight at § o'clock in ington bt Infantry Armory urpose of ing action on the pbell, @ m2mber of Columbia Band, who mp Wikoff, Montauk. was one of the brave boys Pleasant Band who volun- | Parker and Jame ALL WILL RECEIVE AID Work to Be Secured for the District Vol- unteers Without Distinction. Interesting Meeting of the Com- mittee Having Relief Work Under Control—Progress Reported. ‘The committee representing the citizens of Washington in behalf of securing em- ployment for District volunteers who are without means of support held a meeting at the Ebbitt Heuse last night. Chairman Simon Welf presided, the others in attend- ance being Vice Chairman Nota McGill, ‘Thomas W. Smith, A. Lisner, A. E. Ran Rabbi Stern, W. T. Gallagher, J. N. Heis- ley, Rev. Dr. J. E. Gilbert, Rev. Dr. Domer and S. H. Bowman. J. P. McCormick was elected secretary. Mr. McGill announced that the Atlantic Building Company had tendered a room in that building to the committee for use as a central bureau, and the offer was accept- ed with thanks. It was decided to appoint a committee of five, with Mr. Wolf as chairman, to arrange the system to be fol- lowed in managing the bureau, and to se- cure a correct list of the names of those needing employment, with their pr us occupations and thelr recommendations. The other members of this committee se- lected by Mr. Wolf were J. Nota McGill, J. P. McCormick, A. E. Randle and 8, H. Bowman. No Diserimination. It was decided not to contine the benefits of the project to members of the District regiment alone, but to extend it to any resident of the District or his family who might be in need because of his enlistment in the army or navy. A letter from the daughter of an immune new in Cuba, asking for empioyment for herself in order that she might support her mother and sister, was laid before the com- mittee, and “Mr. A. Lisner promptly offered to give her employment in his establish- ment if she proved suitable. Mr. Thomas W. Smith announced that he had already given employment to one of the returned soldiers back one of his old cle He ais stated that any brie 4% among the volunteers could secure work at the navy yard for the next three months, as a great deal of building was going to be done. Forty Places Assured. Chairman Wolf earnestly impressed upon his eclleagues the necessity of making it a personal object to secure ihe names of all persons who will give places to soldiers, and also ni mes of soldiers need.ng work or temporary assistance, and report the same Ke the central bureau in the Atlantic build- ing. Business men of the city have already offered to employ soldiers as follows: S. Kann, Sons & Co., ten men; Sa & Co., eight men; Littiefield, Aivord & Co., six men; A. E. Randle, Capital Railway Com- pany, four men; W. B. Moses & men; A. Lisner, three m: A. Gude & Bro., three men; George A. Meyers, one man, and Byron 8. Adams, one job composttor, mak- ing forty in all. —_——___ REQUIRED TO ANSWER. ‘Walter Ford Identified as Criminal in Various Lines. Walter Ford, colored, aged nineteen years, a brother of Irwin Ford, who was executed a couple of years ago for the murder of Elsie Kreglo, was arrested last evening by Officer Knupfer of the ninth precinct on the charge of housebreaking. Ford was today identified by little Zetta Perry of 2002 M street northeast as the man who ettempted to assault her in a piece of woods near the Eastern branch Thursday last. The particulars of this crime have already been printed in The Star. But for Ford's actions last evening it is hardly prebable that he would have been taken into custody at that time. He was walking along the Bladensburg road about two miles from the city at 8:30 o'clock when he was overtaken by Officer Knupfer. As soon as Ford noticed the officer he started to run, and the nan pursued and captured him. Ford taken to the ninth precinct station and locked up. After reaching the station, it Is sald, Ford confessed that he broke into the house of Henry Newman, on the Bladen burg road late Thursday night, but was frightened off before he could secure any- thing. The prisoner is also understood to have admitted that Saturday night he broke into the house of Mrs. Walsh, at the intersection of the Bladensburg and Queens Chapel roads, and stole a large carving knife, 2 chicken and some other eatables. At the station house, Mrs. Walsh identified the knife as her pr After securing the evidence against Ford little Zetta Perry was sent for, and upon being confronted with the prisoner at once identified him as the man who had tried to assault her. Ford has a very repulsive countenance, with big bulging eyes, and 1s easily remembered by any one who has ever seen him. Ford will, it !s expected, be arraigned in the Police Court tomorrow on three ¢ —assault with intent to commit rape, house- breaking and carrying a concealed w the carving knife stolen from Mrs. Wals having been ground by Ford to a sharp point, and making of it a very dangerous instrument. —_.—_—_. Auction Sales of Real Estate. The following sales of real estate at auc- tion were made recently by G. Sloan & Co., auctioneers: For H. L. Rust and Benj. S. Minor, trustees, three-story brick dwell- ing No. 924 I street northwest, to L B. Jones for $7,600. For Geo. M. Emmerich and Douglass 8. Mackall, trustees, two- story frame dwelling No. 22 G street north- east, to Ferd. Schmidt and H. H. Berg- mann, trustees, for $500. For H. H. Berg- mann and 0. M. Emmerich, trustees, three frame dwellings, Nos. , 1218 and 1220 3d street southeast, and three dwell- ings in rear, Nos. 307, 309 and 311, to A. ‘eldrus and Ferd. Schmidt, trustees, for 360. For Geo. M. Emmerich and Doug- s.3 ll, trustees, frame house, No. Jefferson street, Anacostia, to Ferd. Schmidt and H. H. Bergmann, trustees, $2,250. For National Safe Deposit, Sa ings and Trust Company and R. Ross Perry, trustees, mises No. nd 744 ivan, for ast, to Michael Hayden, for $2,42: ashing- ton Danenhowe nd W. Irving Boswell, trustees, three: brick and stone dwell- ing, No. t northwest, to Mrs. Mary L. Lee, for x”. For Myron 3 Green, trustees, four pressed brick dwellings, Nos. S45, 1837 and 1839 Sth street, Le Droit to Jno. W. Parrie nad $4,000, res and J. D. three-story 1 ctively. For Jas. F. Burns, truste: prem- 1. Berg- rustees, to r 31,00 or Julian » bulld'ng lot No. 8 in block subdivision of Rosedale, . for $1 to For Chas. Archibald H. 8. Maury and Frank T. Rawlings, trustees, three-story brick dwelling, No. 601 L street nertheast, to ston Fire Insurance Company, for For Elon A. Wood- ward and James White, trustees, two-story brick dwelling, No. 2521 H street north- west, to the trustees of the Second Wor! ingmen’s Building Association, for $2,000. For same trustees a two-story frame and two-story brick house on Reeves street be- when the regimental band was baing to Join the District boys at Tam- ‘ampbell was with the men in lage. es THE STAR BY MAIL. Persons leavin the city for any period can have The Star mailed to them to any address in the United States or Canada, by ordering it at this office, in person or by letter. ‘Yerme: 13 cents per week; 25 cents for two weeks, or 50 cents per month. Invariably in advance. Sub- scribers changing their address from one Post-office to another should give the last address as well as the new ong tween Ist and 3d and Q and R streets nerthwest, to same buyer, for $800. For Edwin C. Cutter and Wm. F. Holtzman, trustees, premises No. 1506 M street north. west, to Frank F. Fletcher, for $3,062.50. For J. Taylor Ellyson and Ashley M. Gould, trustees, lots 34 and 36, In Williamson’s subdivision in Chichester, D. C., improved with old frame building, to Old Dominion Building and Loan Association, for $700. For Bernard A. Duke and Junius J. Pitt- man, trustees, premises Nos. 1404 and 1406 Pennsylvania avenue northwest, to Francis K. Harrower, for $7,400. For Edwin For- rest and Geo. E. Hamilton, trustees, two- story frame dwelling, corner P and 26th gtrecta northwest, to’ Patrick Fegan, for ————__ Colored Youth Found Dead. Julius Brown, colored, aged twelve years, was found dead in bed this morning at his home, No. 726 Navy place. Coroner Carr, who was notified, gave a certificate of death from natural causes, ns, four | for $4,000, $4,500, | AMUSEMENTS. THE HULA GIRL.—The Columbia The- ater was last night the scené of an occa- sion which is likely to develop important results in the near future. “The Hula Girl” presented a number of young people who impressed thems2lves not merely as possibilities, but as strong probabilities on the professional stage if that career in- vites their fancies. The extravaganza fes- tival which the Harris Brothers have ar- ranged for this week will do much to re- mind the public of the histrionie and mus- feal talent which Washington boasts, and will surprise many people who are prone to doubt the efficiency of any save s2asoned performances in the airy flights of fun and melody. ‘The Hula Girl” in its present shape does little more than afford oppor- tunity for the display of a great deal of admirable music and of cleverness on the part of the various individuals in the cast. There was no need to depend upon the proud parents and admiring friends for the applause. The overture was received with a spontaneous outburst of approval. The orchestra, which was augmented for the occasion, played with spirit and precision under the leadership of the young composer whose aureole of hair was _picturesquely silhouetted agairst the curtain. It may be confidently predicted that this young gen- tleman, to whos? complete self-possession in critical moments the performance owed much, will be heard from at no distant day as a musician of more than local conse- quence. His melodies have a sprightly jin- gie, or an easy, unaffected flow, without degenerating into the commonplace, and there is a particularly refreshing vein of originality in it. Mr. Harris, stage director, is no less indefatigable than Mr. Harris, musician. His task would legitimately be divided among three men. Not only did he write the words of the plece, but he acted a part, and what was mor? important than either managed the stage. Neat touches of what is technically known as “business” were introduced which would have done credit to a company which had had all summer in which to rehtarse. The founda- tion of the play is a burlesque of the ca- reer of Queen Liluokalani. A reproduction of the cast will serve to indicate the epirit in which the topic is handl2d. Lily-o-Killarney, Queen of the Sandwich Isles (green by name, but black by nature), Mr. James Cathell; Princess Koylani, heir- ess-apparent to the throne (Americanized expressly for this occasion), Miss Edna Scott-Smith; Kapiolani, a Taro-Beater, in love with Koylani, Mr. Melville Hensey; Ko-Dak, governor of Oahu, father of the princess (the “biggest coon in town”), Mr. Paul W. Evans; 8. B. Jole (of the firm of “S. B. Jole Ltd., Professional De- throners”), Wm. A. Morsell; Rover Greve . (of the firm of Gre land, n & Co., Professional Re-en- throners"), Mr. W. H. Harris; Baby Truth, (Rover's daughter, grown to womanhood Mr. Kkticles, proprietor * Hotel, M. C ence V. Officer O'Hooligan, the police force of Honolulu, Mr. Francis R. Docley; Pep-Sin, Mr. Wm. Clabough; Kis-Mii, Dr. E. Clyde Shade; Tu-Lu, Mr. A. B. Seibold; Yuka-Tan, Mr. Karl J. Daniel (the queen's ministers, always chewing the “rag’’); Ta- hitt, a Kanaka, Mr. A. J. Cummings; Poly- nesia, imperial herald; Servant and Pi.ono- graph Man, Mr. James H. Johnson; »ama- , Mr. T. Haney; Nawiliwili, Mr. Frank Benjami Kanakakai, Mr. Melvin Benjamin; Alalakeiki, Mr. Frank Weller (trumpeters, ever ready to give the queen a “blow out"); FYjii, small boy, Master Wm. Morsell. The dancing was an essential element of the production, and {t reflected the great- est credit on the ballet master, “Caruana,” as well as on the members who were called upon for an occasional pas de seul. Caru- ana’s dance at the beginning of the second act was conspicuous among the numerous hits of the evening. There was an atmos- phere of professional sophistication about the production which afforded agreeabie contrast to the amateurishness which so {often afflicts the spectator. The proud parents and admiring friends will doubtless | interpose a word of friendiy counsel wher- ever it is needed, while the disinterested public cannot do otherwise than credit the | entertainment with being ah mendable piece of work, in which touches of spontaniety and naturalness compensate for any | of absolute professionalism. Considered casually, “The Hula Girl” is a blithe and meicdious entertainment, whose crudities are more than balanced by Its ex- | cellene in the Ught of the difficulties to be overcome in st terprise, it is a positive triumph. | repeated every eyening this week and at the Wednesday matinees, with a di rformance. NEW NATIONAL I TER.—The so- lealled chi and giddy rl From Paris,” ¢ nted to Washington for the third’ time by Impre 5 pot improve with aco F when with each tri become more and more inferior. fortunate | enough to see Louts Mann and his clever running mate,, Clara Lipman, in the orig- inal production, Washington was given a first-class company last fall, when Oliv Redpath took the title role. It was at the Lafayette Theater the local playgoer re first treated to the d and the osculatory abilities of the making up the It was suggested tien that the “Girl a trifle too gay staid W: and it w might e toned down after a year | tour. ch has not been the case, how and we are now presented with the s cutlandish nonsense and French broadness at the hands of incompetent people. It is entirely on the display of daintily-hosed legs Igar sayings and such laudable musical efforts as ‘‘Cock-a-Doodle-Do” and “Tootle, Tootle’ that the show travel Miss Delia Stacey is Uh irl” in the } tional Theate production. She tried hard to be Frenchy and to sing and dance. Her display of nether limbs invariably brought an encore from the male side of the house. Olive Wallace proved an acceptable slav although she added not a single new bit to the well-worn part. Her song, t Mary Jane's Top Note,” was applauded, as usual. Harry Hermsen is “Hans,” the ina- keeper, and a very good one. Sydney H. De Grey as “Pompier,” and J. C. Marlow as “Major Fossdyke” are both clever, and it is their work that keeps the production from falling flat. The other members of the company are not worth mentioning. Be it said in justice to the preceding organi: re that the present is inferior to them all. ACADEMY OF MUSIC.—The best test of a melodrama is whether it is enjoyed by the audience. The audience approved of | “The Electrician” at the Academy last night and responded to the thrilling cidents of the performance. Charles F Blaney has put real life into the produ tion, and it holds its attractiveness with the present cast. It is realistic and full of flash and is the | great motive pi and the | ovement is necessarily quick ‘The play is well known. It is full of excitement and meets the requirements of the lovers of m ama, who applaud the hero, de- light in the glare of the stage and go into rapture cver the downfall of the villain. “The E can” was well produ | the ¢ in the cast since last hav: tracted from the perform: | The 's of the cast, from Jos Dowling. in the title role, to those in the minor parts, performed their duties satis- factorily. “The Electrician” will be at demy throughout the week. N's and Ds Faust’ THEATER.—In Sherid Metropolitan Bur- lesquers Manager Kernan has secured a big drawing card. It is really a double show, since two distinct companies par- Ucipate. One is white, the other colored, and both are gocd. The curtain rises on an original preduction, “The Reunion of Nations,” introducing both companies, resplendent in gaudy uniforms. In the olio Heward and Burdock were enter- taining In a sketch, “A Night at the Club.’ Williams and Hood followed with “The Girl from Hacker Dam.” Dur- ing the sketch Miss Hood sang in an ac- ceptable manner several popular songs. Nelson, Glinsert! and Demonio presented a high-class acrobatic novelty that was en- joyable. The grand terpsichorean evolu- tion, led by Sophie Thorn, who claims to be the champion clog dancer of the world, was acceptable. Margaret Scott, down on the bill as “The Cuban Nightingale,” sang sweetly. Nooyah was captivating on the silver wire and undressed a la Char- mion while dangling on the slender thread. The Golden Gate Quartet had no trouble singing themsclves into favor. An orig- inal operatic burletta, entitled “The King of the Philippine Islands,” that ts meri- torious in spots, clesed the show. BIJOU THEATER.—Good audiences were present at the Bijou yesterday, and enjoyed the bill presented by the manage- ment. While nct as good as former selec- tions it was revertheless acceptable. The feature of the bill is Diana, the great dancer. | B. | Honor Conferre | elevated SILVER: MEDAL FOR EACH Anacostia Citizens toHonor the Local Soldier » Boys. Elaborate Pregram to Be Observed Tomorrow Evesing—Col. Harries an Invited Guest. The citizens of Anacostia have made ar- Trangements to extend a hearty welcome to the men of their section of the District wi0 enlisted in the service of the United States, after the declaration of war against Spain. It is proposed to have the affair take the form of an indoor reception tomorrow night, at Masonic Hall, Anacostia, when silver medals will be presented to the re- turned herocs in the presence of the r par- ents or other friends and an effort made to entertain them with vocal and instrumental music and, doubtless, reminiscences of the struggle in which they participated. It is understood there are about twenty men who will be thus honored. Some be- long to the regular service, but most of them went forth with the Ist District of Columbia Volunteers. Some of the men have not yet returned to their homes, hav- ing been kept away by illness or by duty. The medals for these will be presented when they return. A preliminary meeting was held by the business men of Anacostia a few evenings ago, for the purpose of arranging for the affair. Mr. Jullus W. Tolson was chosen chairman, Mr, Samuel M. Frazier, secre- tary, and Mr. C. H. Weiss, treasurer. Af- ter appointing a few committees, the meet- ing was adjourned until last night, Q There was a large attendance of the rep- resentative citizens of Anacostia last even- ing in Jordon and Richardson's office,wherg the meeting was held. The report of tne treasurer showed that a large number of subscriptions have been received. Use of Masonic Hall. Chairman Tolson reported that the use of Masonic Hall for the night had been ten- dered free. Messrs. J. W. Bartley and Charles Brooks, composing the committee on medals, stated that they had selected an appropriate design by a Washington manufacturer and had ordered a certain number of medals to be struck off at once. As such action on the part of the commit- tee was necessary if the medals are to be ready by tomorrow night, the repcrt was accepted. Messrs. Thos. E. Reardon, H. S. Stowe and S. M. Frazier were appointed a com- mittee to visit St. Elizabeth and try to secure the services of the St. Blizabeth Home Band for the occasion. It was de- cided that Colonel Harries, commanding the Ist District Regiment, be invited to at- tend, and Mr. George F. Pyles was selected to wait upon Colonel Harries and extend the invitation. Th program to be carried out in the hall adopted at the suggestion of Mr. Geo. O. Walson. The chairman of the citizens’ committee, Mr. Julius W. Tolson, who will, it is understood, act in the same capacity tomorrow night, is to make the opening re- marks. The returned soldiers will receive their inedals from the hands of young girls, and there will doubtless be some impromp- tu remarks by persons who will be called upon. Mr. Daniel C. Smithson was ap- pointed to take charge of the vocal music. Secretary Frazier was instructed to notify the soldier boys by letter of the proposed reception and extend them, as weli as their parents, relatives and friends, a cordial in- Vitation to be present. Reception Committee, The chair appointed the following as a reception committee: Mesdames C. F. Wal- H. Weiss, Thomas Williamson, J. n, Misses Lola Mattingly, Alic Green, Lizzie Waison, Emma__ Isaac, Bertha Swindelis, Jennie Bartley and Messrs. Adolph Gude, C. L. Brooks, Chas. W. ‘olson, Dr. Watson, C. H. Weiss, Geo. Bury, Albert L. Kichardson, George F. Pyles, 8. M. Frazier; N. R. Harnish and H. S. Stowe. After naming 8 o'clock as the hour of the receptiun the meeting ad- journed. > BISHOP OF IOWA. Reeently Upon Rev. ‘Thomas E. Green. Rey. Thomas E. Green, D.D., well known among the clergy of the Protestant Hpis- copal Church in this city, has just been to the hig) place within the gift of his brethren in lowa, that of bishop. The diocesan convention which conferred this honor was held in Davenport, Iowa, and the election took place the evening of the Gth instant. There were but two prin- cipal candidates voted for, the choice fin- ally falling upon Dr. Green on the eighth ballot, by a vote of 58 to 40. Green_13 a native of Pennsylvania, with honors br. bern in 1857. He graduated from Kendree College, at Leba after teaching for a year fin legiate and theological studies at Prince- ological Seminary. ned as a Presbyterian minister in Mt. Carmel, LL, Dr. Green served there and at Sparta, the latte cotch village church. From there s called to the charge of the Eighth Presbyterian Church of Chicago. it was while at the head of this church that lines of reading and study which had extended over a number of years established the con- viction in the young pastor’s mind that he should enter the Episcopal church. Dr. and Mrs. Green were confirmed in the Church of the Epip! period of preparation B signed him to ly across the street from the Wighth Presbyterian. It was a small and struggling parish, it is said, but it had taken on new life before Dr. Green re- ceived a call to Grace Church, Cedar Rapids. Thither he went ten years ago, and the city on the Cedar now has the largest parish in the state, with a church edifice of which it may justly be proud. ae POTTER'S FIELD. ton University and ‘T% Ord. 's Church, direct- his old charg BURIED I) Lisa Lauttner Finds Resting Place Among the Forsaken. The remains of Miss Lisa Lauttner, who died Thursday last from the effects of in- haling illuminating gas at 400 K_ street northwest, were last evening enterred in the potter's \d. After the discovery Friday morning that Miss Lauttner was dead the body was re- moved to the morgue, where it was kept until late yesterday, it being supposed by the authorities that some friend or relative would come tor arrived in Washington from Gérmany about six weeks ago, and at that time was, it is said, fairly plied with money. It was her intention to go to Chicago Friday last, and, desiring to retain her funds, she secured employment th Mr, Leckert, proprietor of ar rant, at the place where she met her death. Her money she-depesited with a relative, who, she said, lived in Georgetown. Lisa's month of service expired Tuesday of last week, but Mrs. Leckert informed her that as she intended to go to Chicago so soon, it Was unneeessary to rent a room and she remained as-a guest of the family. The arrangement made by Lisa with her relative was that the latter would call to see her Thursday last and escort her to Chicago the day failowing. The relative did not appear at the appointed tim the girl became very despondent. night she retired at her usual hour, and, as she had not come out of her room at 9 Friday morning, Mrs. Leckert sent her lit- tle daughter Elsie to call her. The child went as directed, but soon returned and in- formed her mother that Lisa would not an- swer her. Mrs. Leckert then went to the room and found the Woman dead, with an intense odor of ill&minating gas issuing from the room. ——_.—___ Hotel Arrivals. Arlington—F. D. Higbee, New York; Sam- uel Baker, Chicago; C. A. Moore, Brooklyn, N. Y. Hbbitt—D. O. Lewis, United States navy; 0.*Pebeau, Cleveland, Ohio; F. W. Parson, West Virginia; J. C. Byron, United States army. Riggs—W. E. Stone, Providence, R. L; George F. Lawley, Boston; Charles B. An- thony, Los Angeles, Cal. Raleigh—Paul T. Kimball, New Jersey; M. A. Hudson, New York; A. B. Andrews, North Carolina; J. C. Masser, Philadelphia: A. F. Adams, New York. Shoreham—Joseph Hardin, New York: J. M. Rrown, Chicago; W. F. Arnold, United | Btates navy; J, T. Guffy, Pittsburg, Pa. AID FOR UNEMPLOYED. Central Labor Union Discussing Ways and Means. The principal topic discussed at the meet- ing last evening of the Central Labor Union was the relief and securing of employment for those of the returned District volun- teers who have lost their positions by going to the war. The committee of the C. L. U. which ts co- operating with the general committze re- ported that the members of the organiza- tions allied with that body who desired re- lief or employment should report at the of- tice of the general committee in the Atian- tic building. It was also reported that the members of the Bricklayers’ Union who were in the United States service ana want employment should report to T. W. Smith at the navy yard. Several indigent families were reported for aid, and it was directed that the matt2r be brought to the atten- tion of the general relief committee. it was stated that at least 100 members of the Warious bodies allied with the Cen- tral Labor Union have served during the war with Spain, most of them in the Ist District of Columbia Regiment. Several served in the navy. One died Sunday night at his home in Washington, and another, Who belonged to the same organization, th? Horseshoers, was reported to be dying. Treasurer McKay of the Labor day ex- cursion committee reported that the amount received so far from all sources was $840.15, and he requested all who still have tickets to make early returns. It was reported that the firm having the contract for cutting the curbstones used by the District government are employing non-union stonecutters and are paying them less wages than is being paid for private work. A special committee was appointed to see the contractor relative to the matter, and the secretary was directed to communt!- cates the facts to the District Commission- ers. A letter was read from Major Sylvester, chairman of the committee on arrange- ments, thanking the members of the C. L. U,. for their co-operation in the reception of the returning District soldiers. A committee was appointed to investigate @ report that the men who ere employed in finishing the new city post office are work- ing more than eight hours per day, in viola- tion of the law on the subject, as also that bricklayers and stonemasons are working twelve-hour shifts at the navy yard. The subject of over time working by machinists at the navy yard, which fs also claimed to be in violation of law, will also be in- vestigated by the sams committee. See eg ven USURIOUS INTEREST. Provisions of the Law as Defined by Attorney Thomas. The attention of the District Commts- sioners, it will be recalled, was some months ago brought to the fact that many members of the fire department were being charged usurious rates of interest on money loned them by different parties. Commissicner Wight, who has immediate charge of the department, when an at- tempt was made to collect the amounts loaned the men, reported to his associates as follows: ‘It appears that these men have been paying usurious interest, and that they have paid more than the amounts borrow- ed, and they are therefore clearly exempt from further payment, and no further ac- tion need be taken by the department re- garding these bills.” A Mr. George D. Horning, in a communi- cation to tne Commissioners some weeks ago, took exceptions to the report of Mr. Wight, and charging that the facis had not been correctly stated, suggested that the opinion of the attorney for the Dis- trict be asked. That opinion has been rendered, and is as follows: “Mr. Horning’s claims are in the shape of judgments of justices of the peace. The defendants in these cases contend that they were charged usurious interest, and that the usurious interest paid by them respectively exceeds the principal and legal interest, and the question is whether the Commisisoners will aid the claimant in collecting his demands. It is plain that the defendants in the judgments referred to have paid usurious interest in excess of the money borrowed and legal interest thereon. Our statute in regard to interest makes it unlawful to receive interest at a greater rate than 10 per centum per an- num, the penalty being the forfeiture of all interes One who pays usurious in- terest may sue and recover back within ayear. The District of Columbia is not a collecting agency for private debts. The salaries of its emplo are exempt from garnishment. Whatever may be the ulti- mate facts in refercnce to the transactions between Mr. Horning aad the firemen in question, my opinion is his claims are very seriously tainted with usury, and that he is not entitled to the assistance of the Commissioners. in collecting his demands.” —— PURE FOOD CONGRESS. Suggested Sexxion in This City Next December. A meeting was held by the executive committee of the pure food congress in parlor 12 of the National Hotel yesterday afternoon, and the sessions will be con- tinued today, the subject of discussion being the question of holding the next congress here in December. Among those present were Mr. Frank Hume, Corre- sponding Secretary Wedderburn; Joseph E. Blackburn, state dairy and food com- missioner of Ohio, president of the pure food congress: Dr. William Frear, state chemist of Pennsylvania and secretary of the executive committee, and Secretary Dye of the New Jersey state board of agricul- ture, recording secretary of the pure food congress. Se If you have horses, carriages or harness to sell see Sloan & Co., 1407 G st.—Advt. oe Ball at Takoma Hotel. Although the summer season in the sub- urbs 1s practically closed the festivities at Takoma Springs Hote] at North Takoma still continue to be among the leading so- cial events in the community, as evidenced by the hop given Saturday evening. These dances, which have occurred avery two weeks since the season opened last June, are very populur and always largely at- tended by those favored with invitations. The hop Saturday 2vening was led off by Mr. and Mrs. Warfield, and during the in- termission the guests were entertained with piano solos and duets by some of the young gentlemen present. Among thos2 who indulged in dancing were Miss Pearl Page and Mr. Fred Page of Forest Glen, Miss Boswell and Miss Cables of Baltimore, Miss Brooke, Mr. W. L. English and Mr. McElhone of Washing- ton, Miss Russell and Mr. Gordon Ray of Capitol Visw, Mr. and Mrs. Fry, Mr. 8. 8. Carroll, Miss Blanche Lay, Messrs. Harry and Archie Waters, Mr. Swormstedt, Mr. Preston King, Miss Myers, Miss Pauline Liliss, Misses Ida and May Cady, Mr. Smith Cady, Mr. O. J. Gilbert, Miss Gilbert, Mrs. B. Gilbert, Mr. Wasserbach and Mr. Dickerson of Takoma and Messrs. Enos and Harry Keys of Linden. Se Refurnish while Hoeke’s Clearing Sale prices will save you money.—Advt. ee Special Colonial Beach Trip. The management of the Moseley will run a special trip to Colonial, Somerset and Clifton Beach tomorrow at a specially low rate for the round trip. It 1s just cool enough on the river to be pleasant, and the trip can be mors thoroughly enjoyed now than at any time during the season. You can catch baskets of fish and cmbs, and now that the oyster season has opened you will find them at the Beach in their prime. The best salt water oyster on the Potomac is Tound in the vicinity of Colonial Beach. Everybody knows that the strictest order is always maintained, and the week trips ara just the thing for ladies and children. You get a ride of 140 miles for 25 cents and get back in good time to get a good night's rest after a delightful sail on the river. if you don’t want to take your basket you will find a good lunch or dinner at reason- [le rates on the boat, The management promises every one on this trip a good time. This trip will end the regular season and only special trips will be run Saturdays and Sundays during th month of September. State rooms for this trip can bs obtained at reasonable rates. ee Required to Pay Alimony. Justice Cox in Equity Court No. 1 today granted an order in the case of Maggie N. Nickens against Thomas Nickens, requir- ing the defendant to pay his wife $12 month alimony during the pendenoy of the divorce proceedings instituted by her. AFFAIRS IN ALEXANDRIA James Sullivan, Charged With Murderous Assault, Surrenders to Police. Work of Ladies’ Relief Association —Meeting of County Supervisors —General and Personal. tar Bureau, No. King street, Bell Telephone, 106, ALEXANDRIA, Va., September 13, 1sv8. Early this morning James Sullivan, who has been wanted by the police for cutting a young man named Arthur Harrison, in an affray Saturday night, appeared at the Police station and surrendered himself. The principals in the affair were before Mayor 1 Simpson in the police court this morning, but, as an important witness was absent, the trial was postponed until 6 o'clock this evening. Both men showed marks of a bloody en- counter. Harrison’s hand, which had been severely cut, was bound and his face bad- ly disfigured. Sullivan asserts that he act- ed entirely on the defensive, being savage- ly attacked by Harrison with a knife. It is stated, however, that Sullivan eluded the police, while Harrison appeared at the sta- tion Saturday night badly wounded und bleeding. The trouble occurred near the corucr of Queen and Royal streets. Sullivan was im- pleated in a cutting affray only a few weeks ago, with Anderson and Danks, sol- diers from Fort Sheridan, for which he Was fined §25. Relief Association. During the forty-two days that Armory Hall was kept open by the Ladies’ Relief Association for the entertainment of sol- diers, lunches were served to 1,000 men, and 1,200 names were placed on the regis- ter. Five sick soldiers were cared for at the infirmary, and a lunch room for sick soldiers was established near the Southern depot. This work, under the charge of Miss Katharine H. Stuart as president and Mrs. J. E. Alexander, vice president, was supported entirely by voluntary contribu- tions. Valuable aid was rendered by the W. C. T. U. working with the association. As the association was first organized with a view of assisting only the 3d Vir- ginia boys, there has been an erroneous impression that its work was confined to this regiment. The books show that the 3d was oniy one of a large number of volun- teer organizations whose members were entertained at the armory. The list of reg- iments represented are the 6th, 12th, 13th and 15th Pennsylvania; the 3d aud 65th New York. the 3d und 4ih Missouri, the 6ch and 9th Mass: the 33d Michigan, the 4th United States Artillery, the 3d United States Cavalry, the 22¢ Kansas and the 3d Virginia. Mt. Vernon Avenue. At a meeting of the Alexandria county board of superviscrs yesterday it was de- cided to begin work immediately on the Mt. Vernon avenue extension, to push it to completion in two weeks end to find a just compensation for Mrs. Williams’ land, through which the avenue will extend. The board also decided that the delin- quent tax fund should be equally distrib- uted between the three districts, and ap- plied as follows: Forty per cent for roads, 30 per cent for county purposes, 30 per cent tor public schools. Alexandria Light Infantry. There is some speculation as to what the members of Company F will do when the 3d Virginia Regiment is mustered out, in regard to resuming their old organization, the Alexandria Light Infantry, and as to their relation to Armory Hall. Nothing can as yet be definitely determined, as the boys are only on a furlough of thirty days, after which chey must report to Richmond; but the general impression is that the Alexan- dria Light Infentry will be reorganized and Armory Hall again opened for its use. Brief Mention. The ticket office of the electric rail at Arlington jurction was robbed Saturday night of a number of tickets. The stolen property can be of 1.0 value to the thief, as the tickets were gcod for only two days. Their numbers were promptly reporied to the office in Weshington. The body of C Throckmorton. a pri- vate of the 22d Kansas Regiment, w: brought to this city from Bristow, V. shipped today to Columbus, Kan., for terment. Constable Day of Maryland arrived here teday and carried back for trial Harry Da- vis, colored, who recently cut and shot a man at Notley Hall. Yesterday an old, needy colored man, named Jee Garrett, picked up a purse con- taining $20, and gave it to the mayor. Mra. Chas. Perkins owred it, and liberaily re- warded the old man for his honesty. No business wis transacted in the corpor- ation court yesterday or today, owing to the absence of Judge Norton. The court will convene tomorrow. Mt. Vernon Courcil, Daughters of Amer ica, enjoyed a "bus ride last night on the “Great ern” to Washington, where they paid a fraternal visit to Independen: Council of that order. SS WHITE CROSS ORGANIZED. Officers Chosen at a Meeting Held Here Yesterday. At a meeting which was held yesterday at the residence of Capt. F. W. Dickins, the organization of the White Cross of America was completed. The officers of the organi- zation are: President general, Mrs. Jane V. Creigh- ton, Portland, Ore.; vice president general, Mrs. F. W. Dickins, Washington, D. C.; secretary general, Mrs. Nelson A. Miles, Washington, D. C.; treasurer general, Mrs. George Westinghouse, Washington, D. C. In addition to the officers above named, the following have been proposed as mem- bers of the nationul executive committee, and quite a number have indicated their willingness to serve: J. M. Thurston, Ne- braska; Maj. H. O. S. Heistand, U. 8B. A.; Capt. F. W. Dickins, U. 8. Bishop H. Y¥. Satterlee, Mrs. H. O. S. Heistand, Arch- bishop John Ireland, George C. Thomas, Dr. Ida Hetberger, Bishop Hurst, Cushman K. Davis, Mrs. Richardson Clover, E. J. Hill, Charles E. Pearce, Mrs. Horace Thielson, John W. Ross, Scott C. Bone, Edwin B. Hay, Augustus S. Worthington and ~.eo- dore T. Geer. The nationai constitution, which has just been adopted, provides that the name of the organization shall be the White Cross of America, and that any person in good standing, acceptable to the organization, upon the payment of $1 to the treasurer general may become a member. The con- stitution further provides that the head- quarters of the White Cross of America shall be located and maintained in this city. Gia sais It Pays to Talk Truth in successful business isn't a bunco game. Your popularity with the buyers rests in the confidence you have made in them. Jas. F. Oyster, 900 Pa. ave. —Advertisement. eg Enters # Denial. Mrs. Emma Ralph,has filed answer to the suit for divorce entered against her by James Ralph last month. She denies that her husband hes always provided her with a home and support, and declares that he was discharged from the govern- ment printing office on account of his in- temperance. She denies, also, that she ever abused Mr. Ralph. — SRVSCE GOSS DOS OGESSEO9GE90SO Good Blood Makes Health And Hood's Sarsaparilla makes good blood. ‘That is why it cures so many diseases and makes so many people fecl better than ever before. If you don't feel well, are half sick, tired, worn out, you may be made well by Hood’s Sarsaparilla America’s Greatest Medicine, $1; six for $5. Prepared by ©. I. Hood & Co., Lowell, Maas. HOOD'S PILLS cure all Liver Ils. 25 cents. ===, AID OF CONVALESCENTS, Army Ladies at Montauk peal for Fan It is earnestly desired by a numbor of army ladies, who are now livimy in the camp at Montauk, to raise a sum of mom © an Ape nt to aid such of the sick and convelos soldiers who go off on sick leave pecutless and alone. In many cases the government furnishes a railroad ticket or ad if a sufficient sum can be raised to give each of these worthy men a few dollars t food and other comforts journey, it will not only but in some cases, it ts believ life. The ladies will 1 means to reach @ class ¢ men who simp will not ask help from any outside nw tion, but who w parting p nt tain or surgeon. address below wi! and personally expended hy charge. The demand is immed! elers’ Aid Society,” Amagansett P.O. v= L ; L The appeal is signed by Helen A. Johnson, secre: ry. CITY ITEMS. District Boys Who Need a Tonic should drink the Nat. Cap. Brewing Co.’ “Munchner” Beer. Wholesome, nourishe ing, strengthening. Makes pale, weak peos le strong and weil: 2 doz. botties, $1.25. 18 a ee ae AMUSEMENTS, TOMORROW. TWO GAMES FOK ONE ADMISSI LADIES’ Day. Washington vs. Cleveland. FIRST GAME CALL Admission, 25 Park Bicycle Track. RACES SEPTEMBER 21, 8 P. M. SPECIAL FEATURES. N se13 Prices. ... + -25 and So cents, sels Todt ACADETIY. Wed. and Sa Mate Tom Edson, The Electrician, Presenting the Talented Artists, JOS. J. DOWLING And MYRA L. DAVIS. Two gigautic dynamos running at fy Passing anything of the kind ever seen A_migh duction Next Week—Edward Girard, in * sel2-20,tf NEW NATIONAL. FIRST MATINEE WEDNE Edw. E. Rice's Superb Spect FROM PARIS. DAINTY MUSIC, EXCELLENT c BEAUTIFUL CHORLS. Next Week—Ihe Rogers Brothers, in “A Ret of Error."" sel2-20, LAFAYETTE. sumo WEEK BEGINNING SEPTEMBER x — x x = From i An Heraia i Aofervescent Square i French ‘Wheater. i Conceit, x — x x— x THE ENTERTAINERS: Marie Dresrler, Edwin § bow Aug, Evelya Forbes, Virginia’ Ross, Raudolph Currs ry Brennan, Aubrey Boucicault, Marie Miller, Prank Doane, Marjorie Relyex Frank Smithson. ALE OF SEATS, THURS., SEPT. 15, 8:30 A.M. se12-61-20 BIJOU TE4tTEx Leonora Guite, E.'J. Cons Smoking Concerts. Matin 5 THE GREAT DIANA, Ward and Curr ka! 2 other Big Acis, Burlesque 6 comedians. KERNANS AFTERNOON, 2:15, THE BIGC SHERIDAN & 0. ie) LY EVENING, 8:15. SENSATI ETROPOLITAN RLESQUERS. 50——WHITE AND CREOLE ARTISTS — 50 Next Week—JOHN W. ISHAM'S OCTORUONS, sel2-6t 15 ee Columbia Theater. . “THE HULA GIRL’ BURLESQUE, BY THE HARRIS BROTHERS. Week September 12. Wednesday end Seturday Matinees. Box cffice open Rept. 7. ne6-11t BATTLE of GETTYSBURG 15th St. and Ohio Ave., NOW OPEN. = —— EXCURSIONS, ETC. For Mount Vernon, Alexandria and Arlington, ELECTRIC TRAINS, STATION, 15% & PA. AV For Alexandria and Arlington, every 45 minutes, For Mt. Vernon, every hour, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.ta, ROUND TRIP to Mt. Vernon, including Alexan- @ria_ and Arlington, @vc. Alexandria only, 26c. Axlington only, B0c. WASH., ALEXANDRIA & MT. VERNON RY. sei2-12d 256. COLONIAL BEACH. SOMERSET BEACH. CLIFTON BEACH. Steamer JANE MOSELEY, Wednesday, September 14, Special 25c. Trip. 25c. BOAT LBAV! 9 AM. sel2-154 FOR MOUNT VERNON, STEAMER CHARLES MACALESTER Gaily, except Sunday, from 7th st. wharf a.m. and 2:80 p.m. ‘Reund trip, Bic. to grounds and mansion, 25c. at 1¢ Admisstoam selZ-7,11 Ee = . 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