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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-10-17
DISTRICT GOVERNMENT.

THE ROUTE OF THE SUBURBAN RAILROAD.
delegation. consisting of Messrs. G.. b.
Davis, ID. W. Ola ssie and Others called upon
the Commissioners today with the object Of
getting their approval to running the tracks of
the District Suburban railroad on the
Bladensburg pike. In view of the re-
qufrement of the law which seemed to re-
strict them to a route along and outside of the
road and of another provision which said that
the tracks might be laid on and along the road
the Commissioners did not feel justified in
coming to conclusion without the advice of
their legal officer and therefore refer red the
matter to the attorney Of the District.
HANCOCK CIRCLE.
clause in the current District appropria-
ton bill requires that the circle at the intersec-
ton Of 18th street and New Hampshire avenue.
known as Hancock Circle. be transferred to the
intersection of 18th street extended and Morris
street, Of such dimensions rs the Com
missioners shall decide. Col. Ernst, rAder
the impression that tine present circle was
under his jurisdiction. recently commenced to
improve it. Upon learning through the Dis
trict authorities that the present locality would
probably be abandoned he ordered the discon-
tinuance Of the work.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-10-17

Opening Day of the Fall Races-Good
Weather and Good Attendance.

Weather and Good Attendance.
The third autumn meeting Of the Washington
Jockey Club was begun at its pretty course at
Benning this afternoon under the most favor
able conditions. Had the club been consulted by
"Old Probabilities as to the weather de-
sired 1t could not have planned a more
perfect racing day. But not only does perfect
weather attend the inaugural day of the meet
ing, but very large throng of people is also
present And not only is the regular race
going public of Washington present today but
the grand stand and quarterstretch is crowded
with many who attend only on especially at
tractive days. The infeld Is well filed with
handsome turnouts and the grand stand is
brilliant with the bright costumes of the fair
sex. The track is in splendid shape.
The following were scratched: DIR. Ross
Sirocco, Lakeview and Speculation, first race;
Return and Geronimo in fifth.
BETTING IN THE FIRST RACE.
The betting and jockeys in the first race fol-
low:
Tormento (Sims). and to 10; Belle D.
q. Lamley), so and 20; Rival (TaraD. even and
out; Romey filly (Owens), so and 90;
Lady worster (Rich). so and 20;
Walcott (Doggett), 2 and to 5; Krikina
lSherin). 20 and S. Ella CLarrisoy), 10 and 4;
May Bird (McFarand), Is and 6; Capt. Wagner
(Clerico), is and 6.
ToRMENToR WON THE FIRST.
Tho first race, five furlongs, was won by Tor
mentor. Wallace second, Rival third. Time,
LOO.
SPORT TAKES THE SECOND.
The second race, six furlongs, was won by
Sport, Saladin second. Edith Belmont third.
Time l.l6I6
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COLUMBUS IN THE CHURCHES.
Special Services Held in the Catholic ans
Other Churches Yesterday.

Special Services Held in the Catholic and
Other Churches Yesterday.
The religious celebration Of Columbus dis
covery was general in the Catholic churches of
the city, while in the churches Of other denom-
nations in some instances the sermons had
special reference to the event which is the sub
ject Of national celebration. An elaborate serv-
ice was held at St. Aloysius in the
morning. The interior Of the church was
deliberately decked with flags. Solemn high
mass was celebrated at IL o'clock and Father
Pardow of st. Francis Xavier's Church, New
York city, delivered an appropriate discourse.
The music was especially fine. Gounod's mass
was sung at st. Patrick's. At St. Mary's
German Church the hymn "Grasser Gott" was
sung by the congregation after mass. The de-
votion Of forty hours was begun at the Immac-
ulate Conception Church. At the services at
st. Peters Church the Georgetown Amateur
Orchestra assisted with the music. The presi-
dent Of Georgetown College, Father Richards,
delivered an appropriate sermon. There were
special services at st. Augustine, St. Paul's, st.
Stephens, St. Teresa's. st. Dominic's and the
Church of the Holy Name. Solemn vesper
services were sung in all the churches.
The Rev. George Elliott, pastor Of the Dunn
barton Avenue NJ E. Church of West Washing
ton, made Columbus the subject Of his sermon
yesterday morning.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-10-17

]. c. Marbury and II. T. Taggart. trustees.
have sold to Vim. Mayse for q. s42.5 50 lot US.
in square 100, ID. and II. s addition 20 George
town, d. {.
Mr.. II. W. Cox has just returned from New
\ ork, where he witnessed the Columbian cele-
bration.
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MIR. DICKSON SATISFIED.
He Thinks Mr.. Norris should he Supported
and viii Serve the COMMITTEES.

He Thinks Mr.. Norris Should BE Supported
and VIII Serve the Committee.
Mr.. William Dickson returned to the city to-
day. Speaking to STAR reporter in reference
to the talk of his having been slighted in the
appointment of an advisory committee Mr..
Dickson said:
Il was summoned to New York on an i'm
portant mission on Tuesday last and of course
did not receive Mr.. Norris communication to
attend the meeting at the Ebbitt House
Wednesday last until my return to the
city last night. l regret that any
feeling whatever should have been aroused in
reference to myself as to Mr. Norris appoint
ment of an advisory committee. When ex-
tended my hand to him i'll the full presence
of the retiring and the new members of the
national democratic committee at the meet
ing held at the Palmer House in Chi
cage, and introduced him as my sue
cessor, asking for him on behalf of
the united District democracy the same
courtesy and confidence that had
been accorded to me / did so in good faith
earnestness of purpose and hopeful that all
differences would terminate. Mr.. Norris
is entitled to and should receive
as national committeeman the sup
port Of every democrat in this District.
While l have had other matters especially
assigned me that will occupy M time. 1 am
ever ready loyal member of my party to
perform any duty that may be intrusted to me
by our member of the national democratic COM
mittee"
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THE BALTIMORE CONVENTION.
a Sensation Caused by "a RESOLUTION of DR..
Huntington.


Huntington.
BALTIMORE. Nd. Oct. l7.-when reports Of
standing committees were called for IN the
Epi-eopal house Of deputies and the committee
ON constitutional amendments we're reached
Rev. DIT. Huntington Of New York presented
petition which made a sensation.
Dr. Huntington read n report asking that the
committee be allowed 10 return to the house
tn, resolution of MIR. Nash Of New York and
other matters involving grave constitutional
consideration, and requested that the com
mittee be discharged from consid-
ering all resolutions amending the con-
stitution. a. under recent action of the house
(the adoption of the Burgwin resolution Of
satursiayl all such reports from this committee
arr referred % josnt commission. and that
the committee be discharged from further serv-
he during the remainder % the session.
This caused some discussion until Mr.. Burg
win finally moved the reconsideration Of his
resolution This was done AID IL vas laid on
the table.
withdraw his report This granted.
resolution was then adopted 20 refer the
propo-ed amendments Of the sessions OF 1859
aud all others which NAV not have been acted
upon At the close Of this session To the joint
commission
some committee reports Of minor importance
vere made before the joint Committee to select
the place for holding the convention of 1885
vas reached The committee reported that II
had hxed on Saratoga. y. y. Objection was
made BY several deputies 20 a presentation Of
s@ratoga's claims. and the report was placed on
the Gale ndAr-
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ATLANTA's CRACK COMPANY.
Tho Gate City Guards Here as Guests OF tn,
Fencibles.

Tho Gate City Guards Here Guests of the
Fencibles.
The Gate City Guards, Atlanta's crack mill
tary company, arrived in Washington this morn
ing at O'Clock. coming from New York over
the Pennsylvania railroad in a special coach.
The Guards were met at the Pennsylvania road
depot by committee from the National
Fencibles and were escorted to the lat
ter's armory. Pennsylvania avenue and
7th street. In the Guard party are
forty-fve men. including officers. First
Lieut.. Charles Roberts is in command. Capt.
Hendricks wife having died the day before the
Guard.left Atlanta for New York. ten days ago.
The Guard travelled to New York in handsome
and gaily decorated special coach attached
to the Richmond and Danvilles YES
tibuled train. and while in Gotham
they were quartered at the Gedney
House, on Broadway. They were the south 3
sole representative in the great military parade
OF last Wednesday, and all along the line of
march from the battery to 59th street they
fine appearance, and the New York papers COM
plimented them highly.
While in New York the Guards were enter
tained by several military companies. and were
forced to decline many invitations they could
not accept on account Of the shortness Of their
stay. Yesterday they attended services Mt DIR.
Talmages tabernacle in a body and left New
York for Washington at midnight
After lunching and spending some time at
the Fencibles' armory the Guards visited the
various points Of interest in the city under
escort of the committee from the Fencibles
This evening the company will be
entertained at the Fencibles' armory
before leaving for Atlanta. They de-
part from Washington at IL o'clock tonight
over the Richmond and Danville and will ar.
rive In Atlanta tomorrow afternoon at
O'Clock.
The Guard is the crack company of the south
and has won many handsome prizes in drill
contests. Its membership is composed of the
elite Of Atlanta society and no company stands
higher
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SENT TO TIVE GRAND JURY.
Messrs. Amber and Myer., Charged with
Libsling Calvin Chase. Held In $500 Bo nds.

Messrs. Amber and Myer., Charged with
Libsiing Calvin Chase, Held In $500 Bo nds.
The case OF George ii. Amber and James S.
Myers, charged with criminal libel in fling an
affidavit with the Commissioners Of the Dis
trict alleging that William Calvin Chase had
peddled positions under the school board, was
called before Judge Miller in the Police Court
this morning. Col. VIM. A. Cook and Mr.
Albert sillers appeared for the defendants.
Mr.. Chase testified that he was a food in
spector OF the District Of Columbia aud also
practicing attorney-at-law. He read the afh-
davit filed with the Commissioners and stated
that there was not word of truth in 1t.
He was cross-examined by Col. Cook and
stated that he acted as an attorney for Myers.
who WINS q note broker. He stated that he had
received various sums Of money from Myers,
but had always returned all he ever borrowed
from him. He stated that Myers came to him
last March 10 HELM him 20 get the position
of jauitor Of the Phillips Public School. George
town. he did assist him. interesting Recorder
Of Deeds Bruce. school trustee, in his behalf,
and Myers was finally appointed. He con-
tinued such until after the late Grand
Army Of the Republic encampment, when
Myers having. it was alleged. sold liquor at the
school building Recorder Bruce intimated to
Myers that IL he did not at once tender his
resignation he (Bruce) would instantly dis
charge him.
Col. Cook-"Did you not offer to have this
resignation held up or rejected for the sum Of
s5o3''
The witness-"No, sir; did not
Col. Cook then took up the affidavit and
questioned the witness in detail ~ 70 every
allegation contained in Ii, and the witness
again very positively denied that any one OF
them was true.
A long discussion followed upon the course
to be pursued by the prosecution at such pre-
liminary examination. Mr.. Frederick Douglass
and DIR. c. b. Purvis were present and Col
Cook intimated that II permitted the defend
ants would place them upon the stand.
tending TO show that Mr.. Chase
was Q man unworthy Of belief. The
court. however, stated that IL would not permit
the introduction Of such testimony. Col.
Cook next made the point that the communi-
cation was a privileged one, and that
the defendants having had no connec-
ton with it's publication that the
charge had not been sustained. Judge
Miller stated that he would be very loath TO
send man to the grand jury for honestly ask
ing for an investigation of matter, but In this
case the party complaining had denied the
truthfulness of the allegations and there there
fore remained doubt in the matter. He
would therefore send the case to the grand
jury. where it could be fully investigated.
Bonds were fixed at $500 and the large crowd
present at the hearing dispersed, visibly disap-
pointed that it had not been further con-
tinued.
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Names Not to BE Furnished.


Postmaster General wanamaker has issued
the following order:
Whereas it appears from correspondence re-
ceived at this department that some. postmAs-
tiers Disregard the long-standing custom 10 NOT
furnish to inquirers the names aud addresses Of
those who receive mail through their respective
Offices, IL is hereby ordered. That postmssters
and other postal officers and employee strictly
prohibited from making public names, adj
dresses or private information obtained by thsm
in the discharge of their official duties.
The agents Of the Post Office Department are
furnished with the names and addresses upon
letters and other articles Of mail matter for the
sole purpose of enabling them to make delivery
thereof 10 the persons intended Such names
and addresses are to be regarded eonhden-
tial and this confidence must be respected.
Advertisers and Others have no right 10 ex-
pect that their plans for canvsseing shall BE-
aided by lists to DO obtained through knowi-
edge gained by postmasters in the discharge Of
their official obligations, and IL Is no parto the
business Of the officials OF the Post Office Do
partment to furnish such names and address
FOR pay OF favor.
This order il necessary because Of the evils
brought about by the infrnction or relaxation
Of this rule unwittingly by postmaster, Who
have assisted and encouraged fraudulent
schemes, such a. green goods" and other
swindlers, who rely upon the credulity Of pss-
sons whose names and sderc-ses have been OH
taincd and paid for withou. easciossnS sbsip
object
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-10-17
In the Episcopal Churches.

Special services were held yesterday in
Epiphany, St. Andrews, Christ Church. Navy
Yard, and st. Marks Episcopal churches
under the auspices of the Brotherhood
Of st. Andrew. At Epiphany Church Bishop
Potter made an address. Remarks were also
made by Herman K. viele, the president Of the
brotherhood in this District, and Bishop VIM
cent of Ohio.
The congregations Of the various Episcopal
churches had an opportunity yesterday to hear
some Of the distinguished mon who are attend
ing the convention in Baltimore. Bishop
Graves OF Nebraska preached to three
congregations. In the morning at St
Paul's, in the afternoon in GEORGETOWN
and in the evening at st. Stephens. Bishop
Leonard preached to his former parishioners at
st. Johns. Bishop Tuttle Of Missouri spoke at
Ascension Church last evening in behalf Of ths
Brazil sssociation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-10-17

lhe United states vice consul at Kingston.
Jamaica. has informed the Secretary Of state
that the colonial government officially declared
on the 18th ultimo all the Atlantic ports Of
North and South America 10 be infected places
within the meaning Of the quarantine law Of
1869. This action is based on information re-
ceived September Is OF the existence OF cholera
in the city of New York.
The United States consul at San Jose, Costa
Rica, reported TO the State Department. Sep
TENDER IL. that the government OF Cost Rica
having received information of the appearance
Of cholera in New York, has ordered al ports
OF the country closed 20 vessels from the
United States. He added TINT il might be
possible to continue communication by mail
VIA New Orleans by means Of the vessels en-
gagged In the banana trade. provided they were
disinfected at the island near Limon
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THE CASE OF CROSS,
VIII the es-Tried Man BE Exc
cuted on November II:

Ike.
cuted on November II:
November II is fixed as the day for the exc
cution Of VIM. Douglass Cross for the murder
of his wife in October, 1889, but the case is,
after its many turns, still pending and the
execution may not take place. Last June,
after the petition for writ of habeas corpus had
been refused and the petition discharged by
the Court in General Term, his counsel, Messrs
c. Maurice Smith and Joseph Shillington. noted
an appeal to the Supreme Court Of the United
States.
The counsel takes the ground that the
prisoner should be discharged, Is the legal day
for his execution has passed.
In the Supreme Court Of the United States
this morning the solicitor general called atten-
ton to the case Of Cross. He filed motion to
advance the case on the calendar.
Messrs. c. Maurice Smith and Joseph Shilling
ton, for the petitioner, moved for the printing
Of brief and record at the expense Of the gov
ernment, submitting with it an affidavit Of
Cross that he is unable to pay the expense Of
printing.
No objection being made the court granted
the motion to print.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-10-17

The Sengerbund fair, under the name Of "An
Evening in Germany" begins tonight at the
Washington Light Infantry Armory Hall.
The series Of enter tainments are to be given
by the ladies of the Washington S@nserbund
and are for the purpose of enabling the S@nger-
bund to build home of its own.
Tonight the fair will be opened by one Of the
District Commissioners. and the SGngerbund
and Donch's Orchestra will provide the musical
entertainment. Tomorrow night the Choral
Society will attend the fair in a body, and the
ladies will give an exhibition lawn tennis drill.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-10-17

Action of the Convention Representing Sub
ordinate Scottish Rite Bodies.

ordinate Scottish Rite Bodies.
The convention of representatives of the sub
ordinate bodies of the Scottish Rite in the
southern jurisdiction, which met in session at
the Scottish Rite Cathedral on Saturday, COM
pleted its work late that evening. The object Of
the convention was to prepare petition to
the Supreme Council setting forth the grievances
of the members of the rite. An organization
effected by the election of Mr.. A. H.
Holt of this city chairman and
J. L. Dobbins of Minneapolis as secretary
A committee on credentials was appointed con-
sisting of Harrison Dingman of this city, chair
man. c. N. Beal of Wichita. Kan, and Rev. Mr..
Nash of Fargo. s. D. committee
was also appointed to prepare a petit
ton to be sent to the Supreme
Council. This committee reported and
after discussion the report was adopted. with
but dissenting voice. The petition was en-
tirely respectful in tone. asked the supreme
body for reduction of what is considered
an excessive rate of taxation, the aboli-
ton of the life tenure Of Office of
members of the council and the substitution
therefor Of a representative form Of govern
ment, and for the establishing Of councils of
elaboration when desired. form of address
was adopted to accompany this petition, and
the documents were directed to be sent to the
Supreme Council, which met today at the sane
tuary on Sd street.
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Funeral of Capt. Ross.

The remains of Capt.O o. H. Ross were inferred
in Arlington cemetery yesterday with military
ceremonies, conducted by members Of the
Loyal Legion and the G. A. r. At 1 p. m.
services at the family residence, No. 719 21st
street northwest, we're conducted by Rev. Joel
Brown Of the Union NJ. E Church and Rev. T.
S. Wyncoop of the Western Presbyterian
Church, the music being furnished by the male
quartet of st. Pauls Episcopal Church. The
funeral then proceeded to Arlington Cemetery,
where Burnside Post, No. 8, conducted services
over the grave according to the Grand Army
ritual, being assisted by Chplain Yorke Of the
Loyal Legion.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-10-17
More Court-Martial Trials This Year.

The annual report Of Gen. John A. Brooke.
commanding the department Of the Platte,
has been submitted to the Secretary Of War,
showing that the number of court
martial trials in his department had
increased over last year, fact probably due,
he says, to the efforts of the officers to main
tain discipline by resort to military courts and
also to the decrease in the number of old
soldiers in the various regiments. Until Off
GERS commanding troops shall be upheld in
minor disciplinary measures a large number Of
trials by court, he says. may be expected to
continue.
In conclusion Gen. Brooke says that the post
exchanges have passed beyond the expert
mental stage and may now be considered a
successful and valuable institution.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-10-17

Trading In the Stock Exchange Active and
Prices Advanced.

NEW YORK, Oct. l7.-Money firm; ruling
rates for call leans to per cent. Exchange
steady; posted rates, 4s51E to 4s7; actual rates,
4s4l5 to 4s4s4 for sixty days and 4ss to 1861
for demand. Governments steady; currency
Sc. 1914 bid; extended Is. 1907 bid; 4s, coupon,
ll4$4 bid.
Trading on the stock exchange this morning
was very active. The sales to noon amounted
TO 22I .0T5 shares. The principal dealings were
in New England, Union Pacific, Western
Union, Eeading. Chicago Gas, Burlington,
Whisky Trust, and Northern Pacific pre-
ferred. Prices were unsettled throughout and
fluctuated frequently. Northern Pacific was weak
and dropped Ia per cent to sos. Whisky Trust
and Burlington were quite strong and advanced
IL and per cent respectively. At this writing
{ so p. M the market is steadier.
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Boy. Escape From the Reform School.

Boys Escape FROM the Reform SCHOOL.
Yesterday morning break for liberty was
made by number OF the boys in the reform
school and several of them made good their es-
cape. One Of the guards went out on the
grounds with number Of the boys to give them
an opportunity to enjoy the fresh air. They
were apparently enjoying themselves usual
when one Of the number gave a signal and they
scattered. running in different directions. An
alarm was at once given and the keepers turned
out hastily and succeeded in recapturing sew
eral Some of them, however, got away. They
were Daniel Boadley, Elijah REYNOLDS, William
Thomas, William simpson. William Gordon,
William Proctor and George Holmes. They
are all colored. Holmes has returned but the
others had not been recaptured this morning.
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ATTACKED THE SALVATION ARMY.
Rough- AT wyansiotte. Mich. Probably Ia
tally Injur- One OF the Women.

EouCh- AT Wyandottc. Mich. Probably Ia
tally Injur- One os the Women
WYAxDoTTE. MIcH.. Oct. l7.-In a fight
here last evening between Salvation Army
detachment and a gang q rouSh- five persons
were seriously injured. one OF them fatally.
The injured Carrie Low. lieutenant. cut
on the head and probably fatally hurt; Frank
llutehins. bvstander. cut on face and head
Henry Griffith, salvation Army MEM
Der. stabbed in the thigh: Joseph
Peoples. salvation Army member, broken
arm and cut head: lille Gracy. an
oulookeT, head seriously injured For a long
time there had been nl-feeling between
the tonga element and salyationi-ts. As
the army marching along with
band PLAYING and banners waving
so-ue threw brick at Lieut. Lowe.
Telling her Ca the earth This was the signal
for a general attack and bricks. stones. clubs
and knives freely used on the panic
stricken army.
The latter made no attempt ut defense and
scattered ls fac; As possible. No arrests have
been made.