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The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-02-15
SMALL TALES OF A BIG CITY.

The will OF John Luhrs bequeaths all his
property. valued at $4,000, 10 his five children.
share and share alike.
The Supreme Court yesterday heard the argu.
ment on the appeal from Judge Coffey's order
awarding TO Fl0re nee Blythe family allowance
The amount Involved 10 GATE Is $4,000
Llllien Mcfarlane was granted divorce yes.
ierday by Judge Murphy from Clarence w Me-
Farlane on the ground OF extreme cruelty Nc
Farlane is a well.known resident of Honolulu
The parties were married In this city In 1883.
INSPECTOR Ahern made 20-tln seizure Of
opium on board OF The China yesterday. The
drug was found IN one Of the queerest places
that it could possibly have been concealed. The
TINS had been substituted for the cork In one of
the steamers life bu0ys.
Judge Joachimsen yesterday continued the
case OF Charles Ii. Kenny, tile actor charged
with criminal libel until This morning. when il
Is probable that large number OF theatrical
people VIII give some very interesting testimony
about the Spider and Fly Company.
The entertainment committee of the Man.
haitian Club has arranged for thigh inks" TO
take place at the clubrooms on w ednesday even
ing, February 20 The entertainment will con-
sist OF many original features Including literary
ana musical exercises. A very enjoyable even
Ing Is assured. All the leading Democrats and
their friends will be invited
Judge CARRIER yesterday granted John O'Byrne
temporary Injunction restraining the sale of
lOO OF the FIRST mortgage bonds of the San
francisco and San Maeo Railway Company, OF
the value OF $1,000 each. Byfne was an origi-
nal sockbolder. He alleges that the issue was
Illegal, aud that their delivery 10 A. S. Spreck.
els, the Pledge, was unauthorized.
At The annual meeting of the Carrara Marble
quarry OF Amador County on Monday last the
following officers were elected President, p.
Barblefi; vice president, j. A. Baxter; treas
nrer, the Bank of California; secretary, c.
Douder0; trustees-M. j. FOntana, e. r.
Ceyasco, G. Boyo, A. Paltenghi. Phi. Giovannini
The seeretary's report showed that the COM
paDy was In very prosperous condition
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rotary was instructed TO notify the proprie
tor Of the Wigwam that in future be must
conform to union rules and prices.
Neither Manager Kreling nor Leader
Bauer were in the least disturbed over the
action taken by the Musicians Unions
board of directors yesterday. when they
were seen last night.
al have received DO formal notice as yet
that | am to be held responsible for the
money Marcus and the other two men
claim Is due to tbem," said Mr. Bauer, "but
when [ get such a notice l shall either
Ignore it or tell the union 10 communicate
with Mr.. Kreling, who is the man they
have to deal with in this matter"
Manager kTe ing announced that he
would not pay the amount the union dictated
him to hand over to Marcus and the others.
IF they order my men out aud their order
meets with my orchestra's approval will
run my house without the unions assist
auce"
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-02-15
A COUNTRY TEA"
Mrs. j. q. James Brilliant Mardi
G-,e E-+a-<,;-~--a,+ Coz Cb,-;+

Mrs. j. q. James Brilliant Mardi
Gras Entertainment for Charity.
The society season was enjoyably closed
last evening by novel entertainment en-
titled Country Tea" given by Mrs. j. 6.
James at her residence. 2139 Howard street,
for the benefit of the Emanuel Baptist
Church.
The entertainment was in progress both
afternoon and evening. the attendance be-
ing large at both times.
Mrs. J. G. James received In black silk,
trimmed with point lace and ornameBted
with diamonds. She was assisted by the
following ladies': Mrs. Walker e. Graves,
her daughter. in a Prince of Wales feather
brocaded white silk, drapsd with chiffon,
the bodice furnished with a bertha OF lace
embroidered with pearls, her ornaments be-
ing pearls and diamonds; Mrs. W. Z. King
in black and rose silk and diamond orna-
ments; Miss Maud Durrant, white silk and
flowers !; Miss Code, who looked charming
in old rose silk trimmed with moss-green 10
represent a rose, lighter spray of vivid
emerald smlax oTnamentiDg her hair; Miss
Gertrude Matthews, in a white-silk empire
gown, with a girdle OF pearls and pearl
ornaments.
The decorations, in line with the title Of
the entertainment, were all in green, and
had been disposed most effectively thr0ug
out the house, which was thrown open TO
guests.
Delicious refreshments were served at lit
tie decorated tables by fair young ladies cos
tuned to represent different nations. The
Hebes were: Misses Dorothy Fables, Ger
trude Tabor, Daisy Wolf. Mabel PeltoD,
Minnie Williams, Miunie Lord, Lizzie Mar
shall. Active little volunteer pages In
Knickerbocker suits. the jackets overlaid
with lace collars directed arrivals with ad-
mirable precision.
Among those who entertained the COM
paBy with music were: Mrs. w. q. King,
solo; Miss Daisy Matthews. harp solo Miss
Kimball. harp solo; Mrs. King, Mr.. Pur-
nell, Miss G. Code, trio; Miss Miriam Hall,
violin solo; Miss Florence Smith; Mrs.
Hopfeldt, piano solo; Mr. and Mrs G. r.
Hans brow, B. G. Franklin and Miss Lottie
Waite, each solos. Miss KolIehen gave a
recitation. which was much admired.
Upstairs was a novel attraction 10 the
form of gypsy tent, where Mrs. Horn and
Miss Cherry told fortunes with singular sue
cess. Another novelty appropriate to the
day was tree loaded with valentines, and
this apt fruit was sold off like mot cakes"
under the veracious announcement that it
was the --latest Japanese craze"
Altogether Mrs. James entertainment
proved a merry Mard Gras wind-up of the
season and Melted quite nice little sum for
the beneficiary church fund.
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is COMMISSIONED.
The Monterey Sports the
Pennant and Ensign.
THOSE WOODEN TURRETs.
II May Be Four Months Before the
Craft Is in Fighting Trim, but
She Viii Not Wait.

MARE ISLAND. Cal. Feb. 1.-THE au-
thortnes stole march on the sensation
loving public by quietly commissioning the
Monterey dag ahead of time. About the
only thing that gave the job away was a
band Of music.
Ii looks as if there was something ~ tow
of this job that Will not appear on the MIN
utes, as the saying is.
From the moment ship is commissioned
her officers draw full pay, but the NJ onterey
is long way from being in fighting condi-
ton, at least under fair and equal condi-
tons with a vessel of her own build and
strength. The little Monitor put outinto the
Merrimac fight somewhat In hurry and
held her own, bat her career was not sue
cess.
The Monterey is likely to be held at Mare
Island for period ranging from four to six
months. though she Is in commission now.
The reason is that her turrets are only half
armored. All above the breeeh Of the guns
is covered with wooden towers, that may
keep invading surges out, but would let
loose desth-dealing splinieTs within II solid
shot struck them.
Big Betsy and her mates are all there, and
the shells are even now being filled at the
magazine. but the question seriously arises
whether il would lot be safer to fight the
guns in smooth water with the wooden pOr-
ton OF the turrets of, rather than to 60 into
q scrlmmage with them on. Every thing Is
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-02-15
MECHANICS FAIR.
An Imperial Chinese Orchestra VIII
ApDear To-Nipft

Large crowds again visited the Mechan-
les Fair last night. and were treated to an
excellent concert In addition to the regular
features. Miss Tinker. the talented expo
nent of Delsarte. gave another of her exhibit
lions, going through the various movements
with wonderful grace.
The prevalence Of better weather will do
much to increase the attendance of the
closing days of the fair. which has been of
great interest both TO residents and visitors
from abroad. Following is the programme
for this evening. which contains several
new features:
March. Shenandoah" ..................:.Cas sasa
Grand operate ection, "LombArdP' ...... Verdi
Solos by all the soloists of the band.
Trombone solo, "Polka de Concert. Innes
II. X. Tobin, trombone vlrtuoso
Scene. "Rock of Ages. .,.............,......
During the intermisson a number OF choice se-
ections Will be rendered by the Imperial Celestial
Orchestra from the palace Of the Emperor at Peking
This Is the FIRST appearance OF Celestial chesrra
before a San Francisco audience
Grand overture, lie Pre- aux Cercs. Herald
Solo for cornet, "Dcvii's Tongue ... Schmidt
Hugo Schmidt.
Irish and Scotch airs with variations for ciarlo-
net. j. linen ). Keogh; fiat J. yalerga; flute, r.
Bridges; trombone, Il. X. 1obin: eupbonium. L..
kloz; cornet, II. Schmidt; bassos. f. Noting an d
T. Siege
Russian dance LA arine".................G Came
odi0p 'JOgulhr FAUST
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achievements were not in his line, but
steadfast. faithful service WAS.
He left his home and birthplace In Phila-
delphia at an early age to serve the stars and
stripes on the high seas In December OF
1910 he first enlisted at Norfolk. His term
was up in 1912. and bis ship was about to
return to the States to discharge her crew.
Then the American Minister at Peru got
frightened, and the Yorktown turned her
nose from home toward the golden coast.
That little episode kept bingham and his
comrades a year longer In the service, but
they grumbled not.
In 1916 General Scott wanted men to 90
down into Mexico and shoot Mexicans.
George Bingham left his home in Philadel-
phia at the buge's call and joined Company
of the Second Regiment of Pennsylvania
volunteers.
Company F was always at the front. The
four days battles that ended with the cap
ture of Vera Cruz found Bingham and his
comrades on the field every hour of the
fighting time.
At nearly every battle in the Mexican war
Company + was in active service. At Pitts
burg. in 1s4S. Bingham was mustered out
of tho service.
year later. when CoIonel-now Con-
gressman-Geary came to California, Bng-
ham came with him.
For several years in the very early DAYS
he served the city Of San Francisco as po-
to Honolulu. There he married an Ameri-
can born woman. and the twain came back
to California.
In 1862 Bingham left his wife and babe to
join Captain do Merritts Company + OF
the Second Regiment OF California Volun-
teers.
Shortly afterward he was honorably dis
charged at the Presidio In this city. Then
he went to piacer-mining, and. like many
another, did not get rich.
For sixteen years he worked at the Mare
Island Dayy-yard; then for the railroad.
then for the borax works In Alameda. now
but lie isn't working now
During all his years of service on sea and
land Bingham never received a serious
wound. 1t remained for civilians occupa
tion IN his later years to wound and MAIN
him.
Now tho left sleeve is empty and the left
leg Is almost worthless.
Only year ago this accident happened.
Three men fell with a freight elevator at
the borax works. which was loaded with
$500 pounds of borax. The other two were
nearly killed and for long Bingham's life
was despaired Of
To-day Bingham would be hale and
hearty old man were he not almost help
less cripple. He smiles often, has a kindly
countenance and is even robust, consider
Ing his condition.
He has the veterans white and hoarv
head and the veterans papers of discharge.
And that Is about all he has.
Money, h0me-these are strange words 70
him. In his present life they are missing
His single child is dead and he has been n
widower for ten years.
He looks TO be a hoary old hero. He
ought To be well housed and better fed
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-02-15
Suspected of Robbery.

j. t. Sharp. who was knocked down by
would be robbers on Monday night on the
corner of Fourteenth and Folsom streets,
almost positively Identified one of his as
saiiants yesterday in The person of Berney
Palmer. Palmer. who is a rse-trader,
was arrested at one of the gypsy camps
near Fifteenth and Folsom streets last
evening by Officers F.. Greenan and j.
Hammerton, who booked him at the Sew
enteenth-street station for an attempt to
commit robbery. Some of Pamer's gypsy
friends claim they can prove an alibi.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-02-15
HOME FOR MASONS.
A Large Tract of Land Purchased Upon
Which to Build.

Six months ago committee OF nine was
appointed by the order of Free and Ac-
cepted Masons to locate and purchase a
tract of land upon which the Masonic or
der could erect a home for orphans and
elderly INDECENT Masons. The committee
received many tempting offers since that
time, and in many instances the land was
offered at very low price and in some cases
good bonus was offered. Most OF the land
offered was not suited for q home, while
some of 1t was too far away from this city,
as the Grand Lodge of Masons meets here
and this city is the leading Masonic rem
devious On the coast.
1t was not until few days ago that fine
tract of land of 263 acres. known as the
Bailey tract. was obtained. The tract is
situated at DecOto, Alameda County. be-
tween San Leandro and Niles. and it Is only
one hours ride by rail from this city, being
passed by daily trains from Sacramento.
Stockton and San Jose. The price paid for
the land was S33. 800. The Ma sons will erect
fine building on the tract and cultivate
olives. figs and different kinds of fruits so
that in time the property will be made self
supporting.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-02-15
The lnternreter of German,

In regard to the protest of German Amer
lean citizens against the appointment of
Lucien Levy as official Interpreter of Ger
man Mr.. Levy stated yesterday that he is not
a FrenchmaD, having been born in Alsace
when 1t was a French province. but became
German when IL was coded to Germany.
According to Mr.. Levy's statement he left
Alsace after The Franco -Prussian war. In
view Of this fact 1t is difficult to understand
how he could have become a citizen of the
United States on March /, 1876, which is the
claim made by him,
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Nj 4RRIED.

BLOOMER-CATHER-In this city, February II
1893 at Plymouth Church, by the Rev. DR.. VIII
lisms. Fred c. Bloomer OF Cincinnati, Ohio, and
Miss Ella r. Gather of Franklin Ind.
SIEMS-BLAKELEY-IB this city. February IL,
1898, by the Rev DR.. w. D Williams, G. 7. Stems
and Mrs. Annis Blakeley. both OF San Francisco.
PACKARD-BUFFORD- this city. February IL.
1898 at Plymouth Church, by the Rev. DR.. w. ID.
Williams James b. Packard and Miss Alice S.
Buford. both of San Francisco.
FUREY NTYRE-In this city, February g.
1893 by the Rev. A. G. Hirst, Robert FGrey and
Madge Mcintyre.
USEN-CHRISTENSEN-I AItamont. FEB
ruary 10, 1913. by the Rev. l. Z Dietrlchson
MAIDS II. Clausen and Anime Christensen.
SEN-BERENDSES-In Haywards, Feb
ruary IL. 1893. by the Rev. J. L. T. Dietrichson
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ST. Patrick's day will be celebrated this
year 10 ST. Joseph's parish with solemn
high mass at $3.50 o'clock In the morning
and a concert and GRAFTON In the evening In
81. Joseph's Hall. corner of Tenth and
Howard streets The Grafton will be de-
livered by Francis A. Quinn, the present
editor of the Monitor. The gentlemen of
the parish who have charge OF the celebra-
ton have already completed all prepara-
tons and hope to make it grand success.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-02-15
Joe White Not Truthful.

Last Saturday night Joe White, IA years
of age, was arrested for vagrancy and when
In the station he tod story of having been
abused at home by his relatives. Yesterday
his case was heard before Judge Joachim.
sen and 1t was made to appear that all the
youthful prisoner had told about his rela-
tives was untrue and that he made up the
story for the purpose Of gaining sympathy.
The Judge ordered the boy placed on pro-
baton in the home Of the Boys aud Girls
Aid Society for sixty DAYS
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-02-15

Adams will go to China and the Ranger to
Berng Sea.
A story is told in Vallejo that August
Motzich, the youth who was saHd-scrubbed
and otherwise brutally treated on the
Adams. received mysterious check two
weeks ago, with instructions to go ashore
and buy toothbrush" and that he has not
been seen since.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-02-15
BIRTHS-M ARRIAGES-DEA1HS.

Birth, marriage and death notices sent by mail
will not be inserted They must be handed in at
either OF the publication Offices and be Endorsed
with the name and residence of persons authorized
to have the same published.I
BORN.
LUNDBERG-In this city, February IL, 1893 TO
the wife OF Ed Lundberg,
FUELSCHER-In this tty. February Is, 1898, to
the wife of H.. Fuelscher.
AMLER-In this city. january 20. 1893. TO the
wife of M. Amler
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-02-15

consist of singing by male quartet, ad.
dress by B shop DdA. Goodsell, reading OF
the presidents and treasurer's reports, aud
iye-mnute speeches by several of the pas-
tors and laymen of the city churches. A
collation. will be served under the direction
Of the ladies' aid SOCIETIES. Captain Charles
Goodall will preside
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-02-15

a small bex in which is placed quantity of
powder, and attached thereto is glass tube,
inside Of which there is fuse. The inen-
ton is to place them ON the walls and
around the chimneys. Only fourteen sec
onds were consumed in making the test, or
from the time the blaze touched the fire
reporter until it went off and sounded an
alarm that could be heard blocks away.
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number, and several representatives of the
West whose regulations are established also
attended. The preliminary arrangements
for the match were decided upon and a
committee appointed to arrange particu-
lars. 1t will be a six days affair and will be
for handsome trophies and the West against
the East. Another meeting will be held
to-day at a wel-known resort on O'Farrell
street, at which the committee appointed
on Sunday night will make a report. 1t is
said that $4,000 will be awarded the sue
cessful contestants.
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The Fire Record.

The alarm from box 80. at $40 O'Clock
yesterday morning, was for fire in two
story frame building at 10 East street. kept
as lodging house by Miss Annie Moran
The damage amounted 10 $500 and the fire
was caused by the explosion of coal-oil
IamO
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-02-15
Six DAYS, Walking Match.

There was meeting of professional
sprinters and others at the corner of
Church aud Ripley streets on Sunday night
to discuss arrangements for grand walk
Ing match at the Pavilion. Several profess
sionals from the East were among the
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-02-15
The Donahue Argument.

The argument of the San Francisco and
North Pacific Railway Company TO the
Legislature against the adoption of Senate
constitutional amendment No. 8 and Assem-
bly, constitutional amendment No. IA has
been issued In pamphlet form bv j. Il.
Burgin, president OF the railroad company.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-02-15
A New Fire Alarm.

A large crowd of people gathered in the
plaza opposite the old City Hall yesterday
to witness practical test of the fire re-
porter. new invention for warning people
that their premises Is on fire. 1t consists Of
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-02-15
Heyer Goes Hipher

The result Of the progress in the Dundon-
Heyer election recount yesterday was a
gain OF five votes for Supervisor Heyer.
leaving his majority standing at 35. Judge
Hebbard has set the Read-Glynn recount
for March T.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-02-15
Social Notes.

The Western Addition Literary and
Social Club will give an entertainment and
dance In Odd Fellows Hall this evening.
The Gilmores will give dance In Union
square Hall this evening.
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LATEST sHIPIISG INTELLIGENCE.


Arrived.
TUESDAY, February IA.
Stmr Coos Bay, Leland 70 hours from Newport
and way ports: pass and mdse. TO Goodail, Perkins
d Co.
Domestic Ports.
FORT BRA6G-Sailed Feb l4-Stmr Rival for
San Francseo
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-02-15
Church Extension Society Meeting

The sixth annual tea meeting and social
reunion of The San Francisco Church Ex-
tension Society will be held tomorrow even
Ing at o'clock In the California-street
Nj. E. Church. corner OF California and
Broderick streets The programme will
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-02-15
CYPRESS LAWN CEMETERY.

TN SAN MATEO COUNTY; NoN-SECTARIAN:
i laid out on the lawn pian perpetual care; beau
tiful, permanent and easy of access see 1t before
buying a burial place elsewhere.
City Office, o City Hall Avenue.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-02-15

Early yesterday morning | started ont
with a young lady assistant to verify the
measures Of some of San Franchises Gin
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-05-30

"Only Farmers Daughter, ait
tracted good sized audiences TO
Harris theater Yesterday afternoon
and evening. The play is a melo-
drama of the more pleasing sort,
and is well staged. Miss Jean Yoor-
hees in the double role of Lizzie Stark
and Mime. Laurent is clever actress,
and plays the role Of an adventures
TO perfection. May Stanford as
Justine, w. r. Melville as Jack
Hartly and Phillip Bartram and Ed
ward Allen as Sammy Green, did ex-
cellent work. Baby Brinkiey, the
child actress, was also applauded
vigorously for her clever acting, and
she deserved it. "Only a Farmer S
Daughter" as produced by this com
pany is very strong play, and will
pack Harris theater this week re-
gardless of the weather man.
[ Phtsburg Press.
Will appear in Washington Hall OF
Friday evening, june 2nd. Admis
sion %, 80 and 30 cents. The
company is highly complimcnled by
! tue press generally,
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-05-30

List of letters remaining in the
Post Office at Charles Town Jefferson
county, W. Va, May p, 1898:
Mrs Emma barron. Mrs, Alice Bailey. sfrs.
Fraucis Daniels. Sir. james Davis, Mrs. sally
Green, Mrs. Sallie Gritty Sir. T. L. Hun, Mrs
LOuisa Jones, Mr. Louis Jones (2), nr VIII
liam johnson, Mrs. Lewis johnson. Air. Rich
ard Robinson. Miss Charlotte Robinson, Miss
Tilly Re6inson, Mr.. Aibln II, Sims. Mrs. 4 z.
Smith. Mr.. Geo ". Smith. A Tidmire. Mr. s.
Thompson. james Williams, Lucien Weirick.
The above letters, if not called for
within fifteen days, viii be sent to
the dead letter Office. Persons call
ing for them viii please say that they
are advertised
S. II. HTeNBoTHAoI, p. RI.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-05-30

On Friday evening, June End, at
s o'clock, at the Parish building of
the Episcopal church, the Junior
Auxiliary will give another "Musical
Reception" somewhat similar to the
one that proved so successful last win
ter. The proceeds are TO he devoted
to the Brazilian missions. The pro-
gramme includes solos by our favor
arite amateurs, several new numqers
by a full select chorus, and recita-
tions by well known readers. Ice
cream will he served between the
acts to all that attend without extra
charge. The public generally is
cordially invited. Admission TWEEN
ty-iive cents.