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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11
THE BERING SEA CASE,
Mai, Halford Has Returned and is Set
Ting His Accounts.
What He Thinks Of the Progress Of the
Cass-It Will Be Completed Within
the Three Months.

Major E. W. Halford, paymaster o. 6. A.,
formerly private secretary to President Harri-
son. now in the city engaged in the settlement
Of his accounts as disbursing officer Of the Ber-
ing sea arbitration commission. He Is stopping
at the Cochran and expects to remain here
about ten days, when he will 60 to his home in
indianapolis.
He has aged considerably in appearance since
he left Warrington. but says he is in pretty
good health. He now wears q beard and mus
tache dressed a Ia Francaise, and looks his mill
tary character. Mr.. Benedict and his wife Miss
Jeanette Halford) are now in New York and
are expected here this evening.
1t was originally intended that Major Halford
would take STATEN at st. Paul, Mimi, bat this
plan will undoubtedly be changed, as Paymaster
General Smith has recommended that he take
station at Omaha Nebr., instead, and orders to
that effect will be issued In few days. The
change is perfectly agreeable to Major Hslford
PROGRESS OF THE CASE.
Maj. Halford believes that the arbitration
will be concluded in . shorter time than the
three months allowed by the treaty under
which the proceedings are being con-
Quoted. The arbitrators nearly all
have good reasons to press the work
before them to q conclusion. Sir Charles
Canada, and Sir Charles Upper
is the minister Of marine, and many
important interests claim their attention at
home. Baron Gram, the Norwegian arbitrator,
has been appointed q Justice Of the supreme
court Of his native country and is
desirous Of assuming his new duties.
Baron Cource!, president Of the arbitra-
ton, is president Of the Orleans railroad in
France and a msa OF large Affairs and
is serving at present at considerable sacrifice of
personal interests. Both Of our own arbi-
traitors have cause TO speed their work,
for Justice Harlan is desirous OF max
ing continental trip Nnd stiN
return in time to be preseut at the
opening Of ihe Supreme Court in October,
while Senator Morgan is so deeply interested
in the silver and financial questions that
are to come before Congress that be
feels it to be almost necessary that
he should return to the United States soon
after the special session begins. So there are
but two Of the arbitrators who are foot
They are Justice Hannah and Signor
Venosta. but as the commission has already
been in almost constant session for
four months they are not expected to inter
pose obstacles to . speedy decision Of the
questions at issue. Therefore q decision may
be expected within the three months allowed
by the treaty.
The impression in Paris, derived from the
questions put from time to time by the arbi-
traitors during the course Of the long argument
is that the arbitration will result in decision
recognizing the property right Of the United
States in the seals to more or less limited de.
gree and recommending some international
agreement for the protection Of seal life.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11
IMPORTANT TESTS
To Be Made Today on Heavy Armor Plate ut
Indian Head.

To Be Made Today on Heavy Armor Plate at
Indian Head.
Secretary Herbert, Commander Sampson and
a number Of naval ordnance experts boarded
the tug Triton at the navy yard this morning
and went down to the Indian Head proving
ground to witness attack on the heaviest
armor plate ever tested in this country. Seven
teen inches Of nickel steel armor for the battle
ship Indiana will be attacked by 12-inch rifle,
throwing one Of Carpenters projectiles at q
velocity Of 1922 feet per second for the first
shot and /, ,495 feet per second for the second
and third shots. The plate represents 700 tons
Of armor. The impact Of the three shots will
form triangle, the coners being about two feet
apart.
A test will also be made with another plate
nine inches thick and representing 200 tons Of
armor for the sides of the monitor Monad-
mock. An eight-inch rifle will be used in this
test with velocity ranging from 1900 feet to
1.500 feet per second. These tests are re-
garded as the most important from naval
standpoint Of any that have taken place since
the Harvey process of treating steel was tested
at Indian Head, in October, 1891. The Secre-
tary and party will return to Washington this
evening.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11
GIFT TO THE COLUMBIA.
Naval Omcsry Express q Preference for .
Silver Service.

Naval O0corv Express q Preference for .
Silver Service.
Now that the Columbia ie soon to take her
place with the other ships Of the United States
navy the question Of what shape the gift to be
made by the District Of Columbia, whose name
she will bear around the world, shall take, be-
comes Of more than passing interest. Nearly
all naval officers give the preference to . silver
service of some kind, or punch bowl worthy
Of the ship and Of its donors.
A library has been suggested, but . naval
officer told q STAR reporter today that there
were many reasons why this form Of mement to
fails to come up to what . gift Of this sort
should be.
Books have but an ephemeral life" he said,
''and they soon cease to be Of value, and tax
ing the usage they must receive at the hands Of
men and officers on board ship single cruise
would prove about the extent Of their useful
ness. Besides, the government, represented bv
thu bureau Of navigation, furnishes each ship,
when commissioned for sea, with u fine library,
comprising the most excellent in history.
travel, biography, science and fiction. No
memories growing with the age of the ship can
cluster around library and in some way books
hardly seem to fill the bill for something to be
passed along frcm cruise to cruise, and the loss
Of a volume sewers the chain Of memories, and
the library becomes but Q broken collection OF
worn-out books.
SILVER SERVICE Oh PUNCH BOWL.
"On the other hand it is easy to understand
how glorious might become the silver service
of hundred banquets, what memories might
be recalled by the good cheer shimmering in
the bottom Of a huge punch bowl Every off,
Ger who had sailed on the ship would recall
some notable event in which the ''ship's silver
played its part, adding to the experiences Of
the present the fond recollections of the past.
$50 let the District Of Columbia honor itself
by honoring the ship, and make a gift to the
Columbia commensurate with the name she
BEARS and with the high prowess she is des-
tined to show in the future il the occasion
offers.
"And when the gift is chosen, and day is set
apart for its presentation to the officers of the
ship. let it bear the inscription. To the Ward
Room Officers Of the Columbia from the Capital
Of the Nation the proudest gift any ship can
receive. If given to the ship it goes to the
captain, and is used by him alone. but If it is
given to the ward room officers il is the prop
erty of all the officers Of the ship"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11
RADICAL CHANGES

Which Secretary Morton VIII Recommend
in the Agricultural Department.
Tn hi. ,ortbcom;ng rsnort secrs.arv Morton
In -. 49, -. - u.uS.t;on. .o,-
VIII lna.e TWO ,npo' 'sn' 'i'''mmenuA''on' % Gun.
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"oiA '"~' :" w" ~1PiA0s'o" u 'A~' ~o"e
eise"here' ana tna'' too' largely ~ government
expense" said Secretary Morton 'This
business Of distributing garden seeds Is q good
illnstration- Tbs prsctice was beonp before
,ho a.. 80 ~. ,,-o..n. .,..o .,r;,r,,,-.I 80;
WV 20. =. VIZ
meh' s'ation, ana ID sun coh'inueo as II 'nese
stations did not exist. The object OF these
stations is apparent from their name. and in
order to foster them the general government
has contributed to each such institution
annually the sum OF $4,000, the appropriation
last year aggregating $75O,0OO.
Under the present system garden seeds are
distributed indiscriminately, without regard to
locality or any knowledge as to whether they
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11
REPRESENTATIVE WILSON.
He Talks Upon the Extra Session and Its
Probable Work,
Silver and the Tariff Will Both Be Cousid-
cred - Would Not Refuse the Ways
and Means Chairmanship.

In the event Of Mr.. Springer being displaced
as chairman Of the committee on WAYS and
means In the next House it tseems to be as gener-
West Virginia will be at the head Of that COM
mittee as it is that Mr.. Crisp will be the next
speaker. Mr.. Wilson arrived in the city this
morning, having come from his home in West
Virginia to attend to some departmental busi-
ness.
He wat seen by q STAR reporter this after
noon and to him expressed the opinion that
there could be no doubt that Mr.. Crisp will
again be Speaker. "That," he said, lis gen.
orally conceded. I do not believe that he will
have any opposition.
"What will the extra session accomplish?
That is rather difficult question to answer. It
would seem impossible for me or any one at
this time to assert with any degree Of positive
ness that Congress will do this or that. A large
body OF legislators is an uncertain quantity,
and any one who has had experience would hesi-
tate to anticipate their action. The silver ques-
tion will undoubtedly come to the front ct an
early day, but what Legislation will result can
not be told now. In my state there IL NO con-
sensus OF opinion upon the silver law, but be-
lieve that majority Of the residents Of West
Virginia are in favor Of the repeal OF the Sher-
man act.
THE TARIFF.
at has always been my belief that the extra
session will be continuous and that no recess
can be taken. Under any circumstances, how
ever, the tariff question will be considered. So
soon as the committee on ways and means is
announced the tariff will be taken up by them,
and even should there be a recess before the
regular session in December the committee will
continue 20 have sessions for the consideration
OF the new tariff law which the committee will
report to the House."
Mr.. Wilson'S atteutiou was called by the ro-
porter to the prominence Of his name ia con-
nection with the ehairmsnship Of the ways and
means committee.
"Yes." continued the Re preventative. "I have
seen my name used In tn, daily press, but fur
ther than the knowledge chat have obtained
there l am ignorant o. any such intention on
the part of the Speaker. I know absolutely
nothing on this matter"
Would you accept the place II it were offered
to you?" asked The STAR
Mr. Wilson hesitated moment, and then re-
piled with smile II have never known Of any
one refusing q good chairmanship IL it were
offered to him. But ! will say that the chair
man of that committee during the next Con-
gress will not have his honor without his labors
The position will be most trying one to ill
and will demand the entire time and attention
Of the person who occur, 8 it"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11
ABOUT THE Ruins.
Thousands at The Scene Of The
Chicago Fair Disaster.
OTHERS BESIDE HREMEN KILLED
Recovering Bodies From the
Smoking Wreck.
Flimsy Material of Which the Build
ing Was Made.
Exposition Officials Disavow Re-
sponsibility.
Flimsy Material of Which the Build
ing Was Made.
SCENES AT HOSPITALS.

CHICAGO, July 1.-The most interesting ex-
hibit at the worlds fair grounds today Is one
not scheduled in the ohicial guide book 1t is
ihe ruins of the cold storage structure yester-
day destroyed by fire. and 10000 persons this
morning crowded around the debris, eagerly
watching the search for dead bodies. Early this
morning three more bodies were recovered
from the ruins, but they were so badly ci,arred
and dishgured as 70 make recognition abso-
lutely impossible.
One thing seemed quite evident, however,
and that is tha; the bodies discovered are moi
the remains Of fremen. The locality in which
they were found seems TO preclude this posi-.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11
The Philadelphia at Rio.

A cablegram was received at the Navy De-
partment today announcing the arrival Of the
cruiser Philadelphia at Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
She will remain at Rio long enough to coal and
then proceed to Valparaiso, Chile, where she
will stop for further instructions These in
structions, it is said, will be to proceed to
Samoa, unless the state Of affairs in Peru and
Chile requires her presence there. She has
been eighteen days in going from New York to
Rio.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11

Removal of Wounded From Battlefelds.
The American National Red Cross has been
informed through the central committee of the
Italian Red Cross that there is to be a compe-
tition in Rome next September for series Of
prizes aggregating $4,000 in cash, offered by
the King and Queen of Italy, for the best in
vention or device for the speedy removal of the
wounded from the battlefield to the nearest
place Of safety for care and treatment. The
conditions OF modern warfare, such as smoke
less powder, rapid-fre guns and accurate shoot
ing, are to be taken into account. The Italian
government will admit the models and appli-
ances free Of duty.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11

The Most Formidable Monitor Afioat.
A naval officer, writing to a friend in the Navy
Department, gives the following account Of the
run of the Monterey from San Francisco to
Seattle:
1.-THE run from San Francisco was made
entirely with the Scotch boilers, which were
reported hersso to have been SO badly dam
aged on the trial trip that they would have to
he removed and replaced by new ones. The
full boiler pressure Of 16O pounds was carried
and there was not the slightest trouble from
any cause during the whole trip. The engines
worked admirably without any heating or
mishap, and the boilers on inspection after ar
rival in port did not show a single leaky tube
or seam, although forced draught had been
used the whole time. During two days a mod
crate gale was blowing, which caused the sea to
sweep over the decks and break into spray over
the top of the pilot house. After the termina-
ton OF the gale the speed was kept at about
eight knots. It is thus seen that the machinery
is in excellent condition, and the Monterey is
the most formidable vessel Of the monitor type
ever built"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11
A NEW FRENCH CRUISER.

Said to Be . Duplicate Of the New York.
Naval circles are very much interested in
report just received that the French govern
ment has authorized the construction Of a new
and powerful cruiser, which in its main features
is a duplicate Of the new American warship
New York, now approaching completion at Phil
adelphia. The French ship has been named
LIE d'Entrecasteaux, and her construction is
said to be the result Of the recent successful
speed trial Of the New York. This is the first
acknowledgment by a first-class foreign power
of the superiority of United States naval con-
struction. In this connection it is noted by
naval officers that the United States did not
begin the building Of its new navy in earnest
until 1885. and that in less than ten years its
constructors have succeeded in developing q
type of warship that il deemed worthy Of
copying by the old and experienced constructors
OF the great French navy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11
Examined for Promotion.

Commodore George Brown was examined at
the Navy Department today for promotion to
the grade Of rear admiral and Capt Edward E.
Potter will be examined tomorrow for promo
tion to the grade Of commodore. Rear Ad-
miral Belknap Is president Of the examining
board.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11
BOARD OF PENSION APPEALS,

Three Members Notified Go at the End
of This Month.
The official lightning struck the board of
pension appeals today. Three members Of tho
board-Isaiah w. Quinby Of Ohio, Alvan T.
Tracy Of Connecticut and Charles L. Wilson Of
Maryland-received notification that after July
81 they will cease to draw salaries The salary
is $4,000 per year.
At present the board is composed Of sixteen
members, eight regular members and eight
duties, and it is said that Of this number only
two are democrats. In view Of this fact and
the probability that the department wants the
board to be Of more democratic complexion
it is not improbable that further changes gill
occur.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11
To Command the Benuin

To Command the Bennington.
Commander Charles VI. Thomas has been de-
tached from duty in the bureau of navigation
and ordered to command the gunboat Benning-
ton. relieving Commander r. B. Bradford who
10 granted leave of absence for two months
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11
To Attend Militia Epcarn,ran<s

To Attend Militia Encampments.
Capt Alex Rodgers. fourth cavalry, has been
detailed to attend the encampments of the
Pennsylvania National Guard from July Is to
2s and from August to IL, 1898, and First
Lieut.. T. 5. Benton, third artillery, to attend
the encampment of the Louisiana State Guard.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11

Fourth Class POstmasters.
The total number Of fourth-class postmasters
appointed today was ninety-nine, of which
thirty-three were to fill vacancies caused by
designations and death.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11

Conscience Contribution.
| United States Treasurer Morgan has received
contribution to the conscience fund from Fort
Robinson, Neb., amounting to S6.05.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11

Secretary Gresham Back.
Secretary Gresham returned to Washington
from Glen Summit, Pa. last night and was at
the State Department as usual today.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11

Promotions in the Navy Department..
The following civil service promotions have
been made in the Office of supplies and ac-
counts. Navy Department: VIM B. Gulick,
from 81 500 to sl,sOO; James Butler, from
81 400 to IL 900. and r. o. Holt, from S1 200
to 81 400, and Mrs. E. S. McCook, from 1000
to 81, 200.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11

Government Receipts Today.
The receipts from internal revenue today
were s295, 996; from customs, S263. .461.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11

YOUR TRIP 10 The FAIR
need
not neces-
sariy cost so
much. Go with
CONN'S FAMOUS p
G. TOURS-entoy all their
benefits. and you'll hardly feel
the expense. 4 N II ustrdted pdmph-
let n you send or edu
CoNN's PERSONALLY CONDUCTED TOURS,
ROOM 10. METZER0TT BLDG. ITO F ST.
ty11
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11
Few York OHcs, SO Potter Buildin,.

The EVENING STAR il served to subscribers IN the
CITY oy carriers. on their own account at 10 per
Week. or 44c per month. Copies at the counter 2
cents each By mAil-anywhere United States or
Sanada--posta2s prepaid-50 cents per month.
SATURDAY QCADRUPLE SHEET STAR al. 90 per ear :
with foreign postage added, %. 90.
Entered at the Post Once a. Washington D. c. a
second class mAil matter
q Al mail subscriptions must be paid in advance.
Rates Of Advertising made known on Application
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11
Vo1. 83, No 2O.621.
SPECIAL NOTICES.

~sPIRITUALIsM.-T SPEAKING
49, and Psychometric Readings at Wonns Hall.
al 9th St n W.. EVERY TUESDAY, TO 10 p. .nn.,
until further notice. by Mrs KATY ROWLAND. IT.
R@w. c. T. 1.-THE REGULAR PRAYER
service Of Chaplin Auxiliary will be held
n w Bible reading By Mrs. NJ Hsrtsoct @ @ All i in: n
vited. Mrs. N. E COHEN.
1t President
%,MAsONIC-A SPECIAL COMMUNICA-
- ton of La Fayette Lodge, No. 10, AM
MI wi be held st y MasSnic sS IemIle: WEDNESDAY
degree. By order of the W. N:
~BEFORE LEAVING FOR THE WORLDS
~ fair this evening. on the ticket for which
through The Star appreciation of and thanks
for the kindness Of Mr. Lansburxh and for the liberal
purse with which i was presented on July by my
many friends on my route. and to which they
of serving this the best route In the city.
IT. l. f. BISCHOFF Carrier No z
RNOTICEi LOST OR STOLEN!
~ The public Is hereby cautioned against
the purchase negotiation In way of certificate
No. 1873 of the Anacostia Building Association for
800 issued to Mrs. Emma l. Berry the same having
been lost stolen. duplicate certificate has been
issued Mrs Berry and the account with certificate
1873 cancelled on our books.
u A. LINGER. President A. NJ GREEN. Sec
ty11-3t Anacostia Building Association.
RNO DINNER IS COMPLETE
GOLDEN GATE" Cisret. For first.
class. high-srade table claret it un-
either domestic or foreign. Only "a
per case Of qts-, 81 so per case Of
N B-we close daily at DIM.
WINE Co
GA 14th st. NV. Telephone. 99s- N11
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11

A Chaplain Retired.
Chaplain William H. Stewart has been placed
on the retired list Of the navy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11
DISTRICT AFFAIRS.
The Methods and Plans for Street
Extension Discussed.
REFORM SCHOOL SAFE.

The Opinion OF Attorney Thomas on the
River Front wharves - Improvements
Mado ut the Bureau OF Engraving and
Printing on the Line Of Safety.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11
SPECIAL NOTICES.

RSCATHEDRAL SCOTTISH RITE
- stated meeting of Evqngelist Chapter Rose
1rotI. No. i. will be held TUESDAY. July IL.
lsS5 az 30 p. m Work, 18th degree
ylo2s A III. HOLT. sd degree. Secretary.
EsoFFICE OF THE METROPOLITAN R. r.
-. Co. washington. June 81. lS93-Notice
y hereby gwen that the annual meeting Of stock
holders for the election of directors this
pany will be held a this ONCE on WEDNESDAY,
July L. Polls open from to I'm.
GEO W. PEARSON, Prest
9e21.iy4&11 WM. J. WILSON. Secy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-11

The reather 10 likely to Be rarm<r
~ and fair tomorroU.
A SERMON FOR YOU.
A MIGHTY FINE SERMON Is
preached in our low cash prices
for lumber. They teach you
that 1T 10 better not to 90 in
debt" for what you want-but
to pay you CO. day by day
for lumber yard which al
lows you to go in debt for
your lumber can afford to quote
you such CLOSE-TO-COsT ROCK
BOTTOM INSIDE prices as We
quote you you pay CASH.
e5-H you read It in our '.ad" ire %.
LIB BEY. BITTINGER L MILLER.
Lumber. Mili-pork and BuilderS Hardrare"
Cor 9th and N Y. ave.n.w. Nn
D> two or three days which has rendered
existence almost burdensome, should SCI.
you to thinking Of the health OF your
DANGER Of disease. possibly, cholera,
ton BUY Hes,. Of !. 'hsss e hSmfs il ohs
NOR thly. Take your family there and
and sleepIes: snd ovsnwOrs.d sna Rsdy %oshssa
Charlton Heishts is the mos. hsattntsl.
and the most SUCCESSFUL of all Washing.
r'as Teist. 'taine sa chsiisSn aas es asrhsss
JAMES % E WAUGH. ''onsHsr." slo F ST. NV.
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F~AMERICAN SECURITY AND TRUST co
~

@~AMERICAN SECURITY AND TRUST CO
~ '.'.'.'...'.'.'..','.'
DIRECTORS:
A. t. Britton-
Z. j. Bell
Henry f. Blount
j. Mills Browne.
s. s. Burdett
Nj. W. B.veridge.
William NJ Coates.
Pad-up capttaL, Cbas- C. Duncanson.
81. go, 600 Robert Dornan-
Surplus. 600 Daniel Donovan
Mathew q Emery.
Pays interest upon Jsns- Il. Fitch
running accounts Ueury Wise Ciarn-tt
Sells 3 and per cent John E. Herrell.
Investments. Johr N. Hutchinson
. Rents safe deposit John ). yeaka
boxes s5 up per year. John A. Eassep.
acts as executor. Hsnry Louchheim-
Administrator. TFus- Caleb j. Milne.
tee. John X. Mclean.
Financial Agent. &c. Crosby NoyeS -s-
James q. Payne.
NJ. NJ. Parker.
Charles Porter.
W. y. Thompson.
A. A Thomas.
Benjamin H Warder.
Henry A Willard
Joseph Wright.
BANKING HOUSE, 14O5 q st. NV
STORAGE WAREHOUSE. l14O 18th St NV
OFFICERS.
=. W. WHELPLEY.- First Vice Pres. and Treas.
GEO. z EMMONS--....S Second Vice Pres. and Sec.
JOHN RID3T dds-;s.. Attorney and Trust 0facsr.