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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-08-16
HE WANTS DAMAGES.
His Bill shows n Rema rl<able History
Stretching Back for Years.

Henry Johnson has. by ]. Med. Caring
ton and v. NJ. Dorsey, entered a suit
against the Columbia Railway Company
for s, 900 damages. received by being thrown
from a car at 5th street and Massachusetts
avenue by reason Of the car being started
as he was alighting on August 1. by which
he was cut. bruised. etc. Appended is an
affidavit of Johnson that he was born in
Georgetown on Christmas day in the year
1900; was hired out to Gen. Walter Smith,
who commanded the militia at the battle of
Bladensburg; was captured by Capt. Pat
rick, and was present and saw them burn
the Capitol and Presidents House; when
II years old he went with Commodore
Porter as a cabin boy on four years
cruise. In 1924 went as footman with his
old mistress to meet Gen. Lafayette and
escorted him to Gen. Smiths in George
town; was with Gen. Macon in Florida dur
ing the four years war with the Indians;
had waited on Gems. Scott. Gaines and
Jesup; lived with Gen. Totten. and waited
on Daniel Webster, Clay and Calhoun when
living with Mr.. Nichols on Georgetown
Heights. Was with Capt. Herndon on the
George Law, and when the women and
children and crew were off he stood close
to Capt. Herndon at the wheel house, and
he said to him, You go and shift for your
SELF" and he begged the captain to come
with him, when he replied, NO; l must
stand by my ship and strapping himself
saved. and saw the ship go down with the
captain. He states that he is living with a
nephew, and asks to file the suit without
deposit.
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AMUSEMENTs.

Kernan's Lyceum Theater. A bright,
breezy show Is giving satisfaction to the
patrons Of Kernan's Theater this week.
Sam T. Jacks company Of clever speciality
people and good looking girls appears in
new bill, which combines the olio features
that are expected in a variety performance.
with a touch of genuine farce as well as
burlesque. THE Female Beauty" and MY
Uncle from New York. both have lots Of
fun in them. and the numerous opporturi-
ties for speciality Interpolation are made the
most Of. After the regular performance in
the theater. Miss Clara Beckwtth gives her
remarkable swimming exhibition which
aroused SO much interest In New York, and
which Is pronounced by all who see it one
OF the most merttorious and novel artiletic
exhibitions witnessed in many years
Helen Russells English Sports will make
their first appearance at kernans Lyceum
Theater next week. The entertainment will
include an original nautical farce, an inter-
esting olio and lively burlesque, all of
which possess the merit Of freshness The
company includes a number of pretty bur-
lesquers, noted alike for their charms and
versatility. Miss Clara Beckwith, the
champion natatress. has been re-engaged
Tor the summer garden, and will repeat her
swimming exhibitions
Harris Bijou Theater.-Harris' Theater
Will open next Monday night. bright and in
wiling. after the thorough attention of the
scene painter and decorator. Mr.. Gordon
Harris will resume the local management
and a new curtain will be rung UP on one Of
the most successful melOdramas now before
the public. The Midnight Alarm" The
play has had the benefit Of Mr.. Leander
Richardson's excellent taste in its construc-
ton, and the manager. A. Y. Pearson, has
left nothing undone to make Its presenta-
ton realistic and attractive. The story
shows the bright and dark sides of life in
New York, the hero being a fireman.
Elaborate scenery Is carried with the COM
pany. Among the PRINCIPAL features in this
line are the Brooklyn bridge scene with
boats plying In the East river. the draw
bridge scene and the engine house scene, in
Producing real horses
Lecture on Memory.-Prof A. s. BOYD
delivered his lecture on Memory Culture be-
fore large audience at Mount Vernon NJ
f. Church last night. A number Of names
were given for the formation Of a class In
memory culture. which will meet for the
first lesson of the course at 922 F street
northwest this evening at O'clock
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-08-16
WASHINGTON GROVE.
The Camp Meeting Starts Under Ex-
tremcly AusPicious Conditions

The Camp Meeting Starts Tndcr Ex.
tremcly Auspicious Conditions
Correspondence of The Evening Star.
WASHINGTON GROVE. Aug Is. 1893
Washington Grove camp meeting has at
tanned its majority, and this evenings mi
tial service marks the twenty-frst ami
ve-sary. So long ago a praying band Of
Methodists representing the churches Of
the District, came to this spot and pitched
tents under these mighty oaks. 1t was
then veritable camp. Now 1t Is so called
because the mighty hosts are most COM
fortably sheltered within the artistic cot
tages that line the avenues.
The pleasant whirr and buzz of prepara-
ton that characterized the opening Of
camp is noticeably absent.
A few strange faces only are seen on the
incoming trains. The people are here
snugly housed and expectant. and have
The grand old oaks are unchanged, and
Father Laney," as hale and happy as he
to his post and rang out the vesper cali at
7:30 O'Clock this evening. The tabernacle was
soon filled. and before o'clock the choir
burst forth in triumphant chorus, Il Am
Redeemed, Praise the Lord.
]. Henry Wilson of DumbartoD Avenue
led strong chorus of twenty voices. sup
ported by Mr.. Tracy, violinist. and Mr.
Hutchinson. Organist.
Revs. Richard Norris. Joel Brown, Rob-
ert Moore, H. Clay Smith and VIM Evans
were on the stand. After reading of the
announced his text. Zach. 4. 6. T. Not by
might. nor by power, but by my spirit.
10 the church to co-operate With God aPp and
allow His spirit to work in and through
them to the saving Of others. At the con-
clusion of the sermon the altar place was
filled with those seeking fuller conse-
Grafton.
A mighty revival of religion is indicated
! Norris is well beloved by the sojourners
here and is a revivalst of great power
His family arrived this evening and are
quartered in DR.. MAYORS cottage, corner
Of Circle end 9Th avenue.
Other cottagers encircling the Au1ito-
rum are Mr.. Benson, Hon. Geo. 4. Wood
ward, Frank Rynix' Prof. ! Henry WI
Wilson, Capt. P. A. Rearick, Mr.. Mac
Arther, Mrs. Bell Ward and Mrs. A. Gar
rett, Chas: Reed. Henry FARMLAND, L. s.
N, Mrs. Calhoun, John H. Bird, Rev. Joel
Brown, John Actrey. VIM. Nayse. Mrs
Clara Ward.
Mrs. Clara Roach, who was to arrive
by the sudden illness Of her son.
Miss Minor of the Deaconesses' Home IS
stopping with Mrs. Cookson at the Kill
Rev. Page Milburn and family are &C.
cupying the Burris cottage on Grove ave-
nue.
Miss Perry of Boston is the guest of Mrs
II. B. Moulton and wife have left for a
three weeks stay at the Chicago exposi-
ton.
A large crowd of young people are ex-
pected to visit the Grove during the after
noon of tomorrow to take part in the Ep-
worth League services.
An interesting program has been care
fully arranged and a good time is assured
DR.. Wilson of Wesley Chapel will preach
the morning sermon.
DR.. H. r. MAYORS family are not here
this season. They are deeply regretted by
their many warm friends.
The Cohen cottage Is closed also.
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A Railroad Case.

william H. Zepp, an engineer On the Bal
timore and Ohio railroad. was before the
Police Court today charged with running
his engine at a rate Of speed greater than
twelve miles an hour. Lawyer Colbert ap-
peared as counsel in the case. Sergeant
Bryan and officers Ready and Hopkins wese
witnesses. Their proof was to the effect
that the train passed over the quarter mile
stretch In thirty-five seconds.
The engineer said that his train came
into the station from Florida avenue. u dis
lance of about one mile, IN seven minutes.
He said he had received orders to pass
through the city at the rate of less than
twelve miles an hour and to cross II street
at rate Of speed not to exceed four miles.
Counsel argued that II was impossible for
the officers to make an accurate timing Of
the speed of the train standing as they did.
The court dismissed the case
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-08-16
Marine Band Concerts.

Tho following is the program for the Ma
rtne Band concert at the Capitol grounds
this afternoon at $50 o'clock:
J. March. The Evening STAR :Fanciulh
J. Overture. "Comique .kslor-oela
4 Comet solo. Mon Ver' Matted
Mr.. Joseph Hama
L Selection. The Beggar Student"
Milloecker
s. Waltz, La Gitana" .Ducalossi
6 Grand fantasia. "Lohengrin" $500 Wagner
]. Characteristic. The Road to MOSCOW"
De Loetz
Z Patrol, la Caravan" .Asch
q Patriotic song. Hail Columbia. .Fyles
The program for the concert at the ma
rine barracks tomorrow afternoon at the
same hour Is as follows:
I. March. The Daily Post" .Fanciulli
o Overture, "Sicilian Vespers'' .yern
l. Comet solo. mon Yer Mattel
Mr.. Joseph Hama
l. Selection. The Army Chaplain" Milloecker
5. Waltz "Auf Wiedersehen" Bailey
g. Grand fantastic. "Lohengrin". Wagner
Z. Mazurka de Concert, "Czarine" Came
Q. Patrol The Rolling Drums" ......... Asch
d Patriotic song. Hail Columbia" Eyes
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TO POISON HIS WIFE.
The Charge Brought Against Painter
Robert Downing.

This morning about 1890 o'clock, on 10th
street northwest between Q and Corcoran
streets, drunken painter, named Robert
Downing, caused considerable excitement
by going to his wife's house and attempt
ing to break in the door. Mrs. Downing
was in bed at the time but the noise made
by her husband aroused her and she
screamed Police" at the top Of her voice.
She had only been in the house short
while. having spent the day with her sister
at Colonial Beach. Fortunately Policeman
Owen Cooney of the third precinct was in
the neighborhood at the time and he ar
rested the intoxicated man The officer was
acquainted with his prisoner, as he had
arrested him on a previous occasion. On a
warrant for threats toward his wife. He
was then put under bonds to keep the
peace and since that time a separation las
taken place.
When the officer had LANDED Downing in
the station he returned to the house and
was surprised to find the wife ready to
make a charge of attempted murder
against her husband.
It appears that since the separation
Mrs. Downing has been working hard to
keep her family together. Her husband
was anxious to return. but she would not
have anything to do with him.
Several times since the separation he has
been at the house. and yesterday during her
absence he was there.
AS ALREADY stated ne was considerably
under the influence of liquor, and before
reaching home he purchased a box of
Rough on Rats" This poison, 1t is charg-
ed, he attempted to administer to his wife
by putting 1t where he thought she would
take a dose of 1t. In the wife's bed cham
Der. beside her bed, on table, was kept
a cup and pitcher of water at night, and it
had been the wife's custom when she was
aroused during the night to take drink Of
water or give some to her children when
they asked for it. and when taking a drink
In the dark she Of course could not tell
whether anything except the water was in
the cup or not.
But last night she had the gas burning
after the trouble with her husband and
when she poured some water IN the cup
she made the discovery that something had
discolored it. She at once became suspic-
ious and then finding the haif-filied Don Of
the deadly poison. Rough on Eats" she
naturally concluded that the colorny mat
ter In the cup had been taken from the
box. The cup was turled over to the
officer and an additional charge of attempt
ed wife murder was preferred against the
husband
This morning Officer Coolcy took the cup
containing the mixture to police headquaIt-
ers and later in the day he took it over to
the Agricultural DEPARTING 1t for analysts.
To Star reporter the prisoner said ne
purchased the poison at lrig store and
took II to the house. saying he thought he
would have some fun with his wife and
would perhaps brighten her.
The case of alleged atterapt to kill his
wife was continued and he was sent TO
Jail.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-08-16

occurred at o'clock yesterday afternoon
from Mr.. W. R Speare's undertaking estab-
hshment the Rev. Joseph F. MCGEE of ST.
Patrick's Catholic Church officiating.
Young Taylor was killed In an elevator ac-
cident In the Girard building, Philadelphia,
Saturday. The unfortunate man was in the
business Of theatrical advance agent. and
was In Philadelphia making arrangements
for his company. James T. Taylor of this
fatal accident occurred saw Ii all and vas
one Of the first to reach the body after the
accident Mr.. Taylor brought the remains
Of his son to the city yesterday morning.
Young Taylor was not quite twenty six
years Of age and was one of the ushers at
Albaugh's Opera House for several years
previous 20 accepting a road position. Tie
has many relatives here. an uncle being
Mr.. Hugh T. Taggart. assistant district at
toruey,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-08-16
EVANSVILLE.

The Hyattsville Building Association
met at the residence of Mr.. George Mish
Smith last night and transacted regular
business.
Miss Edith Geib is reported as quite sick
Mrs. C.. c. Haislett of Baltimore is the
guest of Mrs. II. e. Dobbs.
Miss Ethel Baker of Washington is WIS.,
iting Mrs. G. D. Fox.
Resom Gather. the negro who was struck
by Baltimore and Ohio railroad engine No.
Is in Bladeusburg last Monday afternoon, Is
reported as recovering. Gather IS now at
the Emergency Hospital. Washington.
There was quite a lively democratic meet
ing at the Neck last night.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-08-16
Two Youthful TOugbs.

Two Of the toughest little cofored bows
ever in the hands of the police were in
Judge Mills court this morning on n charge
of theft. Their names were Owen TayIor
and William Garner, and their ages were
given as twelve and thirteen years, res,,ec-
lively. Each blamed the other for the com
mission Of the offense and each in turn
called the other names to indicate that the
truth was being handled very recklessly
They robbed the store Of Harry Peters. No
1721 7th street. taking a gold-filled watch. a
birds cage. case of instruments and poke l.
book. Detectives Weldon and Lacey ar
rested the boys after considerable trouble
and recovered most Of the property. Judge
Mills sentenced the boys to the reform
school during minority.
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81?
Worlds Fair Excavations u

Via Chesapeake and Ohio Railway.
Special trains Of new and handsome vesti-
buled day coaches will leave Washington
via Chesapeake and Ohio railway Satur-
day, August 10. and Saturday, August rs,
at pm, and run through to Chicago with
out change. arriving SIS pm. next day.
Only one night on the road. Tickets. 81
round trip, valid returning on regular trains
within ten days. This route enters Chicago
on the lake front. in full view Of the expo
sition grounds. and lands passengers di-
rectly at the worlds fair station, Midway
Plaisaace or convenient to the great south
side hotels and boarding houses. The most
picturesque and historic route between
Washington and Chicago. For particulars
call at Chesapeake and Ohio Offices 613 and
lE1 Pennsylvania avenue.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-08-16
The Cattle Market.

At the cattle market at the Washington
Union stock yard at Bennins yesterday is
cattle were on the market and sold as
follows:
Best sold from &c. to 4 1-2c per pound
Good sold from 3-4c. to &C. per Sound
Medium sold from lie. to SIC. per
pound Common sold from &c. to Sc. Ter
pound.
Five hundred and forty-eight sheep and
lambs up, 419 sold as follows:
Sheep from &c. to 1-2c. per bound
Lambs from SC. to 1-1c. per pound. I2g
shipped out.
Cows with calves sold from ;Is to s,3
each. No good cows on .he market STATE
Of the cattle market good; Cor sheep and
lambs, dull
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-08-16
II Not, Why MOTT

To the Editor Of The Evening Star:
Kindly allow me suggestion on the fnan-
cial difficulty. Now that the western
people. who have plenty of silver on hand,
are endeavoring to get the government to
coin them an (alleged) dollar out OF every
% cents worth of II. why not give the rest
Of the people a fair share in this line scheme
by granting to any one who possesses
blank paper the privilege of sending the
same to the bureau of engraving and print
ing and having 1t printed free of charge
Into legal tender currency OF any desired
denomination? This would but be carrying
the Is to free coinage idea to- its logical
conclusion 50 far as the silver men are con-
cerned. and would Immediately afford the
plentiful supply of currency which poT ulistic
people are 30 anxious for. JABENI.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-08-16
ASHAMED TO BE SEEN

Because Of disfguring facial blemishes is the con-
dition Of thousands upon thousands who live in
ignorance Of the fact that in CUTICURA SOAP is
to be found the purest, sweetest and most ef-
fective skin purifier and beautifer in the world.
1t is because 1t strikes at the root Of all CON-
plexional designations, viz: The clogSed, irri-
tated, infamed sluggish pore.
For pimples. blackheads. red and oily skin. red.
rough hands with shapeiess nails, dry. thin and
falling hair, and simple baby blemishes it Is
derful.
Sold throughout the world POTTER DRUG
AND CHEM. CORP, SOLE PROPS., Boston.
II tired. aching. nervous mothers knew the com
fort. strength and vitality in CUTICURA ANTI
PAIN PLASTERS they would be without
them. In every way the purest, sweetest and
best plaster for women aud children. II
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EXCURSIONS TOMORROW.

River view.-Samuei J. Pentz at s:4S q.
m, 1:S and 6:5 pm.
Marshall Hall-Charles Manchester at 10
an and Q pm. River Queen at $50 am.
and pm.
Mount vernon.-Macalester leaves at 10
am. and pm.
Indian Head.-Nacalester leaves at SIS
pm
Bay Ridge.-Trains leave Baltimore and
Ohio station at 9:l5 am. and AS pm
Colonial Beach.-Harry Randall leaves at
am. for Colonial Beach. Chapel Point and
all river landings.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-08-16
Burial Record.

During the twenty-four hours ending at
noon today burial permits were issued from
Inc health office for the following:
White-George II. Klinehanse 81 years:
Syrh p Benedict. 81 years: Abbie A. Bart.
lett. 81 years: Joshua ID. Koogle, 81 years;
samuel Huyett. IS years: Eleanor A. Gar
rstt % years; John Wilson. 2 months; VIM
Lane days: Chas- F. Meinekheim. q
c,Soiorei-Edward BJnbrey years: Peach
Chh, years; Matthew Headley, 10 years:
Cns; DuVail. ~ years; Eliza Willis, A years
"a ne Earuner, II years: Maurice Simms. 4
years. Ida Owens, days.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-08-16
The Feast of the Assumption-

Yesterday was the Feast If the Assu,np-
ton of the Blessed Virgin Mary into
heaven. and the occasion was celehra ,ed
with beautiful and appropriate services In
all the Catholic churches IN the city. As
rule the services were as mucn as possible
Ike those of Sunday though In some of
the churches the services were practically
continuous through the forcnoOn or the
afternoon.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-08-16

The Baltimore committee 10 arrange for
the reception and entertainment of the for
eign delegates to the Pan-Anerican medical
congress, which will meet in this city Sep
tember 5, held its first meeting ut the
Athenaeum building yesterday. The for
eign delegates are expected to reach Balti-
more in the afternoon Of the same DAY ard
will be taken in carriages to the Johns
Hopkins Hospital. the University Of Mary
land and other medical institutions in tile
city. A sub committee was appointed 10
report upon the best methods OF entertain
ing the visitors DR.. 8. 8. Albums Of this
city y Q member Of this sub committee
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-08-16
Fraud Charged.

James W.Weaver has filed a suit in equity
against Joseph Nice. Paxton and James c.
Boykin to vacSte a deed Of house No. 633
Maryland aven1e n.e., in this city. The suit
charges that the price fixed in the deed CSlO)
II simulated consideration and the purpose
Of the deed Is to defraud the plaintiff out Of
las debt against Paxton. W. Wheeler is
counsel for Mr. Weaver
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-08-16
Will Go to Indiananolis.

The Legion of Loyal Women have ac-
cepted the invitation Of John A Pawlins
Post. No. 1, G. A r., Departms ant Of the
Potomac. to accompany them to the
twenty-seventh national encanIment, and
will leave for Indianapolis by special train
over the Chesapeake and Ohio route Sun
day, September 8. at p. m.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-08-16
to Cavern. of Luray.

Via q: & o. r. r. Aug. @. Special ex-
street at $50 m. and arrive home on re1
turn trip 800 pm. allowing excursionists
four hours to visit the caves. Reserved
seats can De procured in advance without
extra cost at ticket officea no ana Ics1
Pennsylvania avenue. Tickets G.6O-Adyt
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$500 to Chicago and Return.

special excursion trains of first-class day
coaches to Chicago August II and 30, Sep
TENDER Z. 13 and q. for which excursion
tickets will be sold at one fare for round
trip. Trains will leave Washington IT 1870
am and arrive at Chicago lib pm. next
day, running via Grafton and Bellare end
crossing the Allegheny mountains I'm day
light Tickets will be good returning in day
coaches on regular trains within ten days,
including day of sale.-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-08-16
OmcePx Elected.

At the special meeting of the Mi;hras
Lodge Of Perfection. No l. Scottish Rite,
last evening, an election resulted as follows:
For junior warden. Mark David Brainard.
thirty second degree. vice A B. Coolidge,
thirty-second degree. resigned; for orator,
Richard Ben jamin Nixon. thirty-second de-
gree, vice II. d. Brainard, promoted
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-08-16
@. and O. Friday and Saturday Recre-
alton Excursions to the FamOus
Natural Bridge.

On each Friday and Saturday during the.
summer season the Chesapeake and Ohio
Railway Company will sell excursion tickets
from Washington to Natural Bridge, Va at
S3O good to return until the following We'd
nesday, inclusive. This rate incl;Ides trans
fers between railway station and the bridge
Tickets allow stop-over privileges at noun
tain resorts and are good returning via
chesapeake and Ohio or via Lynchburg and
Richmond and Danville railroad
chesapeake and Ohio trains leage WASH
tngton 200 pm. and II 10 D. m. daily.-Advt.
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