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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05
Ball Games nj Capiinl Park.

Two weeks ago. through the enthusiasts Of
the c. A. C.s, a meeting of the representatives
Of the amateur base ball organizations was
called. and in response only two clubs APP
peared. the Young Mems Catholic Club OF Con-
zaga College and the Government Printing
Office. The cause attributed for so few being
present was the poor support and lack Of interest
shown by the public in former wears The
Young Mems Catholic Club. in order 70
satisfy the fraternity, leased the we'll
known base ball grounds. cid Capitol
Park, and have already scheduled games with
leading clubs of the District Tomorrow the Y.
NJ. c. G. will meet the G. A. c. and line game
is expected The batteries will be: YMC.C..
Rowan Fitzgerald and Bauers: GAG,
Hare or Wise and Wells Saturday they will
meet the Government Printing Office team.
Phil. Baker, Wise, Perry and other WE'LL
known ball tossers will play. The teams have
decided TO delay their games until 8 o'clock to
accommodate the employees OF the government
printing Office and tine departments.
The Young Mems Catholic Club defeated tho
Carroll Institute nine yesterday by 10 20 2 The
battery for the winners was Schwartz and
Buchanan.
The annual ball game between the senior and
junior classes of the Columbian Medical Col
lege was played yesterday afternoon and re-
suited in a victory for the juniors, who won by
II to IA.
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A DANGEROUS CRANK.
He Thinks He Has Been Kidnapped and
Wants to See the President.

He Thinks He Has Been kidnapped and
Wants to See the President.
II have no home,' was the reply Of a tramp
who was arraigned in the Police Court this
morning for vagrancy and profanity. The
prisoner, who is about forty years old. is
considered a dangerous man. Policeman
Archambault of the ninth precinc. arrested
the man on L street northeast. The officer
noticed that he looked as though he were a
stranger and tramp, and he inquired where
he was going.
ITO see the President" was his prompt
reply.
What have you in your valise?" was the
next question.
Meme OF your - business" was his re-
Spouse.
The officer told Judge Kimball that the pris-
oner was here two years ago; that then he
threatened TO shoot the President: detailed the
circumstances of the arrest and said that the
prisoner vaiisc contained some comfortable
clothing.
The prisoner had remained quiet while the
officer told his story. but when questioned
by the court he became excited and told his
story, which convinced the court that he was
OF unsound mind.
Il have been prosecuted and bounded from
station to station" he said. Il have been
bounded by laboring men and farmers until 1
had 10 come here for protection"
"How long has this been going on?" inquired
the court
Ever since the President was elected" was
his answer. Il was then kidnapped in Indian
apohs and thrown into an insane asylum. where
they tried to corrupt me-"
Judge kimball thought that the mans mind
was unsound and ordered his return TO the
police station. where Sanitary Officer Frank
WA nave the police surgeons make an exami-
nation as to his sanity
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05

Secretary Fosters Recent Order Briefly Dse
GUESSED In Court.

Secretary Posters Resent Order Briefly Dss.
GUESSED In Court.
In the matter OF the motion 10 dismiss ths
petition OF the Rock Creek Park commissios-
crs for permission TO pay the awards approved
by the President into court. when Mr.. P-rrS
closed the case for the government he was FOL.
lowed by Mr.. Lambert on behalf of the Shoe.
maker and Truesdcll interests.
Upon the conclusion yesterday OF the arsu-
menis on this motion the question of interest,"
was taken up. Before this was done. howeyce.
Mr.. Justice Cox called attention 60 the state.
ment in THE STAR that the Secretary of tie
Treasury had directed that further psvmeuSs
be stopped on account of the Rock Creek PARK
pending action on n resolution agreed upon by
the House committee ON appropriations, ana
tho question suggested was should this
court take notice OF such action OF the Secrs-
tary.
Mr.. Perry stated that such action could have
no Judicial effect. the only means of suspend
ing an appropriation being the passage Of Q
joint resolution by Congress. lie was of the
opinion that the Secretary action should nos
be Judiclally noticed by the court aud should
the court decide that the money should be
paid into court he had no fear that the on
eials OF the treasury would fail to obey the
courts order.
Mr.. Blair Lee then began an argument in
support OF the demand Of the owners for in
te-est
At the close OF the arguments Mr.. Villa,
one OF the owners. stated that he was not hard
TO please. for 1t WAS only his money he Was
after and the question OF interest did not Affect
him
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John Lynch has purchased OF c. ii. Tickling
for So $50 sub 46, square 81, Georgetown, 20 by
l2O feet on Gay On between Slst aud 32d streets
northwest
@. II. Johnston has bought for ss.7ls.45 Of
J. O. johnson lot ll9 b. s sub of III in ID. and
LIS sub Of II of SIS sub Of Mt Pleasant. &c.
J. Hunter has bought for 1854. Is Of c. r.
Newman subs l04 TO log, square l52, each q by
80 feet on Oregon avenue between 18th and
18TH streets northwest
J. b. Nicholson has purchased OF N. p.
Herfurth FOR 5000 part &c, square 537. 'front.'
ing 301S feet on AZ street between Virginia
avenue and Z street southwest
Jos. E. Waugh and W. =. Marah have bought
Of J. W. Bischoff for $4,000, and NJ Marsh has
sold his interest to Mr.. Waugh for go. 900. part
is, square 456-24xss feet l. inches on Z street
between 9th and 7th.
Francis Denmead has purchased for $15.S 800
of W. B. Webb, trustee, lots . and 10 and part
8, square 6si--l37. l6xl20 feet on LIST between Q
and ID streets northeast
ID. G. Swain has bought OF Theodocia whits-
ker for q, 500 lot 49, block 80, north grounds,
Columbian University.
Alex Bliss has bought for $1,000 Of S. Au-
gusta Denison sub TO- square l3l-20xl00 feet
corner OF 18th and streets northwest
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Effect OF Washington Whisky.

An elderly colored man. who was born many
years before the war and whose home is in
Fredericksburg, Va. came here three days
ago to see his sen and get some of the good
liquor that is sold here. He had found the
liquor in such large quantities that
last evening he was gioriously intoxicated
and thought he owned the town. Before he
had found his son Policeman Howard found
him and put him behind the bars. Profanity
and concealed weapons were the charges
against the old man when he reached the Po-
lice Court this morning. The weapon was an
old pistol. the chambers of which were SO
clogged that it could not be discharged.
The old man said he had not used bad Ian
guage for seven years. He did not know on
what street his son resided, but he thought he
could find the house.
Judge kimball said he did not want to send
the old man to the work house, and after Civ
ing him some advice concerning the evils and
results of Washington liquor released him on
his personal bonds.
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WANTED IN PHILADELPHIA.

Messrs. Spencer and johnson Surrendered
ON . RequisltiOn From Gov. Pattison.
requisltion was received from Gov Patti
son of Pennsylvania by Chief Justice Bingham
at the hands Of James J. Donaghy for Wm II.
Spencer and Lewis W. johnson. who. with
David Patterson, are under Indictment in
Philadelphia for conspiracy and embezzlement
of $4,000 of the funds of the Prudential Mutual
Benefit Society on May 81, 1891.
A warrant of arrest was issued, and Deputy
Joyce Of the marshars Office and Private Detec-
tive Donaghy arrested Spencer who runs a
photograph tent on 18th near o street, and John
son. who is supreme treasurer of the American
Mutual Aid Society. at the Office on 18th street.
The Prudential NJ. Is. Society was organized
in December. 1880, but iii December. 81, the
members making demand secured the appoint
ment OF u receiver to wind up Its affairs. 1t
was found that after he took charge there
was but $3.50 to pay contributors. David
Patterson, the president. WAS arrested, bu.
released on bail Mr.. johnson was the or
ganizer and states that there was some crook
edness in april, 1891. and. calling the attention
OF the trustees to it, he rendered his
crookedness was by the president. W.
II. Spencer was the first president,
but resigned and accepted the treasurer
ship in June, 1891. but was sent on the road for
business, and in Detroit was taken sick and re-
signed. He states that his suit for salary
helped to precipitate the failuc
Mr.. H. W. K. Patterson of the American
Mutual Aid Society OF this city states that Mr.
Feeney. the secretary. made an Investigation as
to the character of Mr.. johnson and found him
to be straight evidenced in the fact that when he
discovered the crookedness in the Prudential he
exposed it. The present charge. in his opin-
Ion. was prompted by malice and revenge.
The American Society is in prosperous con-
dition. numbering now nearly $500 members.
Yesterday afternoon Spencer and johnson
were before Chief JUSTICE Bingham.
Judge ]. ]. Weed aad Mr.. James Coleman
appeared for the parties and, although stating
that they were willing to meet the charges in
Philadelphia, claimed that these two were not
the only parties affected. Counsel asked delay
and bail, saying that they could show that the
proceedings were to compel the payment of
money by Mr.. johnson ON a note dated thr-
teen months back and now the basis of civil
action. 1t was also urged that the members of
the association OF which Mr.. johnson waa now
an officer were interested aud should be
protected.
Mr.. Armes. who represented the state. said
the only question was as to the identity of the
parties. and the chief Justice, sitting as exec
utive officer, could only order the prisoners
in the custody OF officers for removal il tine
papers were all regular. and he submitted that
the papers were complete.
The chief justice directed the surrender Of
the men to the Philadelphia officer.
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Army Orders.


Maj. Alexander C. NJ. Pennington, fourth
artillery, is relieved from further duty at the
United States Artillery School, Fort Monroe,
Virginia. with a view to his assignment by the
commanding general department of the east as
inspector of artillery of that department
Leave OF absence for two months, to take
effect on or about June z. 1892, with permits
sion to apply for an extension of one month,
is granted Second Lieut.. Morris h. Barroll,
fourth artillery.
First Lieut. Walter NJ. Dickinson. seven
tecnth infantry, is detailed as professor Of
military science and tactics at the Massachu-
setts Agricultural College, Amherst, Massa-
chusetts, relieving First Lieut.. Lester W. Cor
nish, fifth cavalry. who will remain at Amherst
until September Is, 1892, and then proceed to
join his troop.
First Lieut.. Charles Il. Bonesteel, twenty
first infantry, will proceed at once to San
Francisco Ca, and report in person to the
commanding general department. Of California
for assignment to duty as range officer at the
preside of San Francisco.
Capt Aaron H. Appel, assistant surgeon, is
relieved from duty at Fort ID. A. Russell, Wyo.,
and will report in person for duty to the COM
manding officer Fort Buford, Nd, relieving
Capt Julian NJ. Cabell, assistant surgeon, who
will then report in person for duty to the COM
manding officer Fort ID. A. Russell Wyo.
The following assignments TO regiments of
officers recently promoted are ordered:
Col Edward G. Bush (promoted from lieu
tenant colonel 18th infantry to the 25th infan-
try, to date from April %, 1892, vice Andrews,
retired.
Lieut. Col Edward c. Woodruff Cpromoted
from major 5th infantry to the 18th infantry,
to date from April 20, 1892, vice Bush, pro-
noted
Maj. George B. Russell (promoted from
captain 9Th infantry to the 9Th infantry, to
date from April q, 1892, vice Woodruff, pro-
NOTED.
Capt Thomas 8. McCaleb (promoted from
LIST lieutenant and regimental adjutsnt 9Th
infantry to the 9th infantry. company +. to
date from April "a, 1892, vice Russell pro-
noted,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05
ALEXANDRIA,
THE. KING STREET PAVING MATTER.

THE KING STREET PAVING NATTER
The proposal to tear up the present cobble-
stone pavement on King street and to put down
Belgian block in its place is being considered
by committee appointed at the Opera House
meeting. and examinations OF the work done
in WASHINGTON will be made by the gentlemen
that have the matter in charge. 1t is estimated
by the public-spirited and careful chairman of
the committee on streets that the work, besides
that done by the railway company, will cost the
property holders on each side Sc per front foot
An equal sum from the city treasury Will be
required, and at this rate some $50, 900 will be
raised by special tax on King street
property alone and $4,000 by general
taxes, making altogether SS4, OOO, a sum
very nearly equal to the present entire
annual taxes Of the city, 1t is said, however,
by some that this estimate is too high and that
Belgian block can be laid at % per front foot
and il this be the case the amount mentioned
would be reduced so per cent Cheaper pave
ments than Belgian block have also been pro-
posed and the claims Of vitrificd brick. said to
be used with success in the west will be exam
lned before any steps are taken in the matter
THE LOCAL DECORATION DAY.
The Alexandria steam fire companies, the
Hydraulion and Columbia, have held meetings
this week and accepted invitations to unite with
Lee Camp in the observance OF the local con-
federate decoration day, on the Gath of Nav.
The firemen of Alexandria entered largely into
the confederate army, Kemper's battery being
entirely from the Friendship Fire Company.
The celebration Of the Oath of May will be a
very general one.
AN OLD BUSINESS HOUSE ASSIGNS.
Mcssrs. John 7. Creighton l. Son, hardware
dealers here, have made an assignment for the
benefit OF creditors. The debts are about
$4,000 and the assets are, it is said, ample to
pay all the creditors. The establishments is one
OF the Oldest In the city. It was opened in
lS45-'46 and has been carried on by Mr.. John
7. Creighton since that time. For while DR.
James Is. McNair was connected with the BUSH
ness, which was carried on as Creighton Nc
Nair. and OF late years Mr.. ]. Carlin Creighton
has been in copartnership with his father. 1t
is understood that the establishment will be
reopened under the auspices Of Mr.. Frank
Warfeld, the assignee.
NOTES,
The Alexandria fishermen, Councilman
Theophilus Ballenger, and Price and McCuen,
have returned to this city, and the Aukendale
and Plum Tree landings have closed for the
season.
The Alexandria republicans are represented
in the Roanoke state convention today BY
Messrs L. w. Corbitt, Frank Harper, Josiah
Green Ralph Single and Henson Dudley.
The county court has adjourned over it's
session until Saturday and the corporation
court will open its May term next Monday.
The Alexandria Safe Deposit Company has
now gotten its safe in place at its rooms at
King and Fairfax streets and will commence
business in short time.
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A japanese Tea.

Last evening japanese tea was given at the
Wallach School building in East Washington.
The affair was in charge Of the teachers in the
building and was given for the benefit of the
piano fund The building was tastefully deco
rated with bunting, lanterns and japanese
ornaments, and number Of the scholars in
costume served refreshments. The cooking
school was specially decorated with Japanese
lanterns and other light material, and the
cooking teacher exhibited proofs Of the work
done by the young cooks under her direction
By serving delicious cakes, biscuits, sandwiches
and salads, as we'll ~ chocolate, tea and coffee
The building was crowded with parents and
scholars, who enjoyed an excellent program ar
ranged for the occasion. which included drills
BY the scholars in japanese costume, vocal and
instrumental music and recitations. The sf-
fair was decided success, both socially and
financially, and fully e100 will be added 70 the
fund for which the Tee was given.
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A Ten-Year-Old Thief,

Yesterday afternoon little girl not more
than thirteen years old rushed into police
headquarters and made complaint that her
brother, Mackey Stern, had taken s43 from
home and gone off with it Mackey, who is
only ten years old, was arrested later in the
afternoon and relieved Of his wealth. On ac-
count Of his youth he was not prosecuted by
his mother and the officers released him. He
had not been at large many hours before he
was again arrested and locked up. When ar
rested the second time the officers knew moth
ing of the first arrest. and as it was in differ
ent precinct Mackey had to remain in the lock-
up over might when he was released
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05
A Soldier Sentenced for Ther.

Fred. c. Lansdon, a member Of hight battery
G, fourth artillery, stationed at the Washing
ton barracks, is in trouble. Nearly three years
ago he enlisted at Dayton, Ohio, and soon
afterward he was sent here. About year ago
he took unto himself . wife and has since lived
in rooms at No. s2l Virginia avenue when NOT
on duty. Detective Boardmsn visited the bar
racks and Langdon's room yesterday and re-
covered from each place clothing that had
been stolen
The srtiileryman was arrested and ne
claimed that he purchased the clothing. This
morning when the case was heard in Judge
Miller's court the circumstances did not cor
roborate the soldiers statement and the Jury
found him guilty on each Of two charges.
On account Of his being married Judge Mil
Ter did not wasn't TO send the man 10 Jail. but as
he said he could not pay q hLe a sentence Of
thirty DAYS in each case was imposed
1t Is likely that he viii also he dealt with By
the military authorities
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05
SHOOTING STARS.

Shave You ever read the elegy in Country
Church Yard?' he asked.
NO." she answered; sit has been years since
I was in . church yard Of any kind"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05

Barring Of . St. Louis Store HOUSE.
The St. Louis Sash, Blind and Door build
ing was burned yesterday morning. The build
ing was used ~ . storehouss BY the Rock
Island Lumber and Manuacturing Company Of
Rock Island, III
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05

The Ice Mems Sunday Movement.
An enthusiastic meeting Of the ice men was
held at the hall over the Great Falls Ice Com
pany's Office last evening. All the companies
were largely represented Resolutions were
adopted indorsing the action Of the Commits
sioners In recommending IN amendment to
prohibit tho sale Of Ice on Sunday and urging
speedy legislation ON the bill now before Con-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05

No man who affects to despise the supersti-
ton Of the savage should hang horseshoe
over his door or shudder when he sees the new
moon over his left shoulder.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05

amer the Cxnr'o Oe9ameros
The Russian government has offered 100, 900
roubles reward for the dissection Of the pub
lisnsrs Of anarchist pamphlets In which the
car il blamed for the famine and misery nov
prevailing In parts Of the empire.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05
COMFORTING.

Though earnest efforts ne'er succeed
And resolutions fly like chat,
You'll still be great to those who read
Your neatly-wriiten epitaph.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05

Contradictory reports about the visit
of the car 70 the Emperor. William
have been set at rest BY the announcement that
the GEAR and cxarins will leave St Petersburg
for Berlin on the 2lst Of this month.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05

Fielder Gives "Frenchy" Another Chance.
Joe Fielder is much surprised at William
Osborne's (''Frenchy") statement that he has
hurt his arm. Joe will meet Frenchy ON the
stage Saturday night at Kernan's Theater.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05

esuthsrn Alliance Prrsideuts.
- The eouthsrn Farmers' Alliance presidents
and executive boards were in conference q
Birmineham, Ala, Tuesday. Itwas announced
that all would support the ticket Of The onahs
oouveution.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05

Coughing Leads 10 Consunption.
Ksmps Balsam win stop The cou q It once.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05

!. An UExyovN colored man was found sick ID
the basement Of 954 Florida avenue yester-
day afternoon and was taken 20 the Freed
name Hospital BY the police Of the eighth
precinct
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05
A Big Wooden Company

A Big Wooden Company Assigns.
. The Robinson Wooden Company Of Kansas
City has fled . deed Of general assignment in
all Of the four cities. Assets estimated at
81, 000, 900; liabilities unknown.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05

Many q self-made man is unable to do for his
son what he achieved for himself.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05

THE WARM WEATHER POETS.
OF the beauties Of springtimc we reck,
Nor heed as our rhymes We amass
Tho insects that drop down ones neck
After singeing their wings in the gas.
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The SHOE QuEsr1os"
BY
HoovEn & SNYDER.

There 10 bat one proper way to do bust
ness. and We make that our way. The
duced ~ prices OF some may not be low
Is our regular prices. We quote the lowest
prices that can be named for equal quality
Shoes.
JUST WHAT YOU WANT.
LADIES' OXFORD TIES
White Canvas Patent Lssthsrs.
Russets. Suedes.
He'd Kid, DOngolA
sPEcIAL-L.diss High Laced Russt Shoes. only
g. so per pair.
FOB THE MEN.
Mems Low Russets.
Mems High Russets.
Mems Kangaroo.
II It not time 70 change the weight Of
your shoesf
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05

"Its such a give-away for a fellow to be re-
fused by girl" he said.
''Oh, no, it isn't" she answered "You
aren't accepted you know"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05

Coming divorce suits cast their shadow de-
tectives before.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05

81 haven't any cash with me-" said the young
man, but if you will take my signature for
loan"
Excuse me" said the old timer; "but poker
is something that can't be played by note"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-05-05

I,OlsALE-
= Ne'twO-story aud basement six room brick with
al IN Urn improvements: desIrs,ly located on St
ne hce. $500. Terms. only $500 cash: balance
50 peanOnJh- This house Is q genuine bargain.
IOk aIE-New x-rOom aud cellar frame: 18th Of.
NE OlE 800: $500 cash balance per month.
my3t EASIESDAl a HALDEMAN, COS st.
vsOk tLE-la SQUARE PROM l4TH ST W;
4 sout front. press brick rooms and bath; m /:
l1&xSto paved alley; $4,000.
my3:. JAMES q. JESTER. $50 stnw.
1SOR sLE-54 SQUARE FROM EAST CAP ST;
Il eGst'nt: press bcick rooms and bath: cellar;
FURNACE !. lsxl 90 to 30-tt alley; SI.5OO.
my3-3t JAMES e. JESTER. $50 stnw
l,Ok H-E-TFN-ROOM COTTAGE, 22S 10TH
II st neN1th lot 5sxll5. filled with flower beds,
friit tre& &c. attractive home, I'd, 300 DWELL
iIg on Gambia 81 nea- %. occupied by owner; nine
Rooms. Gear. stable. &c 5000.
ny3-l ALBERT +. FOX. go str nv.
I,OR III OK EXCHANGE-3O:sO r ST NV 3
II siOr brick hre loca,ior. IL b.th all con-
Nenienss. lot 2sx12O. cheap at $4,000; will eX-
ehAnOr house Ia section Of the city suburban
resdue.
r. 8. DONALDSON
mc-1t' S25 st
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Old King Coal

Old King Coal
Was merry old soul.
And he thought it jolly stroke
To raise more dust
By nice neat trust;
But the public can't see the joke.