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The San Francisco call., 1895-12-23
IN EULOGY OF THURMAN,
Impressive Memorial Services
Held at the Columbia
Theater.
An Able Review of the Statesman's
Life and Career by Walter
P. Stradley.

The memorial service IN honor of the
late Allen G. Thurman at the Columbia
Theater yesterday afternoon was largely
attended. The ceremonies were under the
auspices of the Iroquois Club.
The exercises opened with Beethoven s
Marcia Funebre sulla Morte DUN Eroe,"
given on the organ by Professor Joseph
Roeckel. A prayer by Rabbi Voorsanger,
appropriate to the occasion, followed, after
which the president, James J. Flynn,
made an appropriate address of welcome.
Thomas J. Walsh then gave Charles
Gounod's '"The King of Love Ny Shep-
herd Is" after which the California
Quartet, consisting of Messrs. Wendell.
Smith. Gage and McBaine, sang Dow's ar
rangement of the old hymn, abide With
Me-
The eulogy was delivered by Walter P.
Stradley, who spoke in substance as fol-
lows:
Allen 6. Thurman was born in Lynchburg,
Va, on the 18th day of November, 1913, so
that at the time of his death, the 18th day of
December, 1893 he had reached the ripe old
age OF 90 years. Dying as he did, full OF
honors, at the end OF a well-spent life crowded
thick with usefulness and happiness, his
career dispels the superstition associated with
the number thirteen.
His public career commenced in 1874 While
absent from his district he was nominated for
Congress. He was then only 80 years OF age.
After years of faithful service he became
famous in 1867, and started out on that Sena-
torial career which made him the foremost
Democrat OF his time. Indeed Mr. Blaine de-
clares that he entered the Senate as the
acknowledged leader Of the Democratic party.
in that year he was the Democratic candidate
for Governor OF Ohio against General Ruther-
ford B. Hayes. He was defeated, but that de-
feat was yictoryin more ways than one.
The speaker then traced Thurman's
career in politics, and concluded as fol-
lows:
The distinguishing feature OF Allen G. Thur.
mans political life was his devotion TO Demo
cratic principles as he conceived them and his
fearless application of those principles to the
needs of the hour On the Oregon question,
on the question of the Mexican war, on the
Chinese question: in his attitude toward the
Pacific railroads, and on all the questions
which demanded his consideration during his
public life, his position was intensely Demo
cratic, and he maintained with rare courage,
conviction and eloquence, always and every
where, the interests of the common people.
This was his life, this his character. On De-
cenber IL he passed away, mourned and be-
The San Francisco call., 1895-12-23
]. h. PENNINGTON WANTED
The Colombian Government Will
Request His Immediate
Extradition.
He Is Charged With Bigamy-Was at
One Time Prominent in Local
Society Circles.

The extradition of Colonel J. n. Pen
nington, prominent in San Francisco
society some six years ago, and later a
central figure in the divorce courts, will be
demanded by the Colombian Government.
He is wanted by the Bogota authorities,
where he stands charged with bigamy.
The Colombian Consul in this City has
recently forwarded to his Government
papers bearing on the case, and in conse-
quence a special representative of the
South American republic is daily expected
in this City.
Something over six years ago there
dropped into San Francisco, from just
where nobody seemed to know, fine,
military looking gentleman, who had
money to spend freely. This was Colonel
Pennington. He was familiar figure on
the streets and visitor at all the exclusive
not much to be wondered at, considering
the lavish manner in which he scattered
the coin of the realm.
One day he met Miss Frances Martin, q
Van Ness avenue belle. A few months
later they were married, and for time
everything went we'll. One day, however,
without bidding his wife good-by or giving
final handshake to the fellows" the
colonel departed for parts then unknown.
Alter waiting q respectable time for the
absent husband to declare himself one way
or the other, Mrs. Pennington commenced
suit for divorce on the ground of desertion.
The divorce was promptly granted, and
along with it a monthly stipend. Up to
the present, however, Mrs. Pennington
has been unable to collect any part OF the
allmony awarded bv the court.
In
came from Bogota letter addressed to the
Consul in this City seeking information
OF Colonel Pennington. The divorce pro-
ceedlngs had in some way reached Bogota,
where 1T seems Pennington had been since
ms sudden disappearance from this City.
There he had cut the same swell figure in
society, ending with marrying the daugh-
ter of rich planter. The colonel was then
IN custody, awaiting reply from this
CITY. When the documents finally reached
Bogota 1t was found they were not legally
drawn, though this made little difference
at that time, for Pennington had effected
his escape and was then safe IN New York.
The papers were returned to San Fran
CISCO and later sent back to the Colon ban
government properly executed. The name
OF the Bogota young lady who fell victim
OF the suave Pennington is not mentioned
in the correspondence, though 1T is stated
that she is the daughter of an influential
man, who is determined that justice shall
be meted out to the CAV colonel.
The story of Pennington's latest es-
| capade comes from Buffalo, N. Y. Last
summer he met Mrs: William j. Willis oil
that city, then q bride Of only few
months. ASS result of their acquaintance
Mrs. Willis is temporarily stopping with
her parents and Mr.. Willis is suing for a
dlyorce. In the meantime Pennington is
staying at the Tiff House, Buffalo, ap-
parentiy unconscious of the rapidly ap-
preaching danger.
The San Francisco call., 1895-12-23
FATHER O'SHEA'S LECTURE.
The Missionary Priest Discourses o
the Soul of Man.

The Missionary Priest Discourses on
the Soul of Man.
Rev. Father O'Shea delivered an elo-
quent lecture at Sacred Heart Church yes
terday choosing for his text. "Thou art
careful and art troubled about many
things, but one thing is necessary" Luke
x:41.
"These words spoken by our Lord clearly
expresses his wishes in regard to that i'm
mortal substance called the soul,' said
Father O'Shea. ''Man's body came from
the earth, but his soul direct from God
The soul is composed of several faculties
understanding, Judgment, affection, mem
ory, conscience and willard what won
derful use man makes of these faculties.
''In vain does the earth conceal in hel
deep bosom her rich treasures; his inven.
tion and industry discover them. In vain
do the storms sweep the ocean; he stops
them in their wild career, making them
swell the sails of the ships. he catches the
very lightning in its uncertain flash and
makes it carry in electric rapidity the very
words OF his mouth from country to coun.
try throughout the world.'
The San Francisco call., 1895-12-23

loved by all his countrymen. On the 14th,
with simple but yet impressive ceremonies he
was laid 10 rest by the side OF his loved con-
sort who preceded him to the land OF shades.
The following set of resolutions were
read by Judge A. D. Lemon:
Resolued, That By his death our country has
lost its foremost citizen; one who belonged
alike to the Nation and to humanity;
one whose lifework forms an important chap
ter in our countrys history running through
more than half a century; one who was pure
in heart, clear in Judgment and strong Tor JUS
tice and right; one whose best energies were
devoted to the promotion of Government for
the people and by the people"
ReSolued, That by his death the people have
lost an able and coura geOus advocate and de-
fender against the insidious encroachment OF
centralized power and a protector from the
desrotic grasp of organized capital under the
control of privileged classes.
That in him struggling labor everywhere
had true friend and his fellow coCntrymen
an able expounder OF the principle of equal
rights to all-special privileges to none" And
though death has sealed his lips his works will
live after him, for
There is no death. The stars go down
To rise upon some fairer shore.
And be it further resoIved That the family
and relatives of the deceased have our pro-
found sympathy in their sad bereavement,
and that as testimonial of our respect and
sympathy these resolutions be engrossed and
authenticated by the president and secretary
of the Iroquos Club of San Francisco, Cal,
under its SEAL and delivered to Hon. Allen w.
Thurman, son of the deceased.
The San Francisco call., 1895-12-23

terday by the following choir: Nine; Alice
Waltz, Miss G. E. Burgess, Charles Elliott,
George Mcbride, Mrs. Golcher, MISS Ada
Mahan. Mr.. Yates, Mr.. Cough, Z. X. Har-
man, organist.
Special Christmas services were per.
formed at Plymouth Congregational
Church, which had been beautifully Deco
rated for the occasion. The pastor, Rev
DR.. Williams, preached appropriate SER
mons, and some excellent music was rem
dered.
AT the Third Congregational Church the
chorus choir, under the direction OF Wal
liam G. Stadtfeld, was augmented by the
following soloists: Mrs. G. Alla1dyee,
MISS M. Buneman, A. Snowgrass and III.
Hanley. A special feature of the praise
service was violin solo by A. A. Solomon
and cello solo by A. Lada. The pastor.
Rev. William RAIDER. delivered special
Christmas addresses at both morning and
evening services.
at Pierce-street Congregational Church
in the morning at IL O'Clock, and at Rich
mond Congregational Church at 1880 P. NJ,
the Christmas sermons were especially
adapted to the young people, who are al
ways IN the majority at both places. The
pastor. Rev. Philip Combe, preached on
both occasions.
At the First Baptist Church at II A. NJ.
Rev. M. P. Boynton preached a special
sermon on "The Angels Song" and In the
evening on the "Prince of Peace" at
which time baptism was administered. On
Friday evening of this week all the Bap-
tist churches and Sunday-schools will
unite in union Christmas entertainment
at Metropolitan Temple. Admission is
free, but by ticket only.
Christmas exercises in the English
Lutheran Church will be devoted to the
birth of Christ and services appropriate
thereto.
Christmas was observed at the Mispah
Presbyterian Church by special music
on 1.-The Worlds Greatest Need" On
Friday the oratorio cantata "The Prophet
Of Nazareth" will be sung.
Central M. E. church observed Christ
mas yesterday by musical services. Mrs:
Anna Bruno, Miss Alice Partridge and
Charles Won Orden were the soloists. The
pastor, Rev. E. R. Ollie, preached on
'Peace on Earth, Good Will TO Men, u
apropos of the Armenian and Venezuelan
questions.
Lebanon Presbyterian Church was
beautifully decorated yesterday. The
choir under the direction of Professor
McLachlan rendered Christmas musical
programme and sermon on the theme
"Glad Tidings" was delivered by the
pastor, Rev. Donald NJ. Ross,
The First Presbyterian Church, on Van
Ness avenue and Sacramento streets, held
Christmas services morning and evening
Addresses were made by Rev. Edwin II
jerks, assistant pastor, and especial music
was rendered.
Almost without exception, the Sunday
schools of the above churches will have
special Christmas exercises tonight.
The San Francisco call., 1895-12-23
CUTTING THE BEER RATES,
Several Brewery Owners Deny
That They Are Under
selling.
They Admit That There Are Several
BackSliderS Who Violate the
Agreement.

The article which appeared yesterday in
THE CALL relative to the cut-rate beer war
has touched some tender spots. The ru-
mors Of this war were rife according to the
statements of prominent saloon men as far
back as nine months ago. 1t is a well
known fact that there has been dissatisfac-
ton in the Brewers Protective Associa-
ton since it was organized. The associa-
ton was formed for protection against the
Brewery Workmen's Union.
The whole time of the association was
occupied in attending to external affairs,
and the opportunity did not occur until re-
Gently to straighten out the internal diff
culties. AS proof that there was goodiy
fire beneath the smoke is the notice of
the Brewers Protective Association, IN
which he advises cut to 81 barrel in
the price of beer.
This move was no doubt for the purpose
of disciplining certain recalcitrant brew
ers. However, the association in the main
does not want it understood that there is
any mutiny in its camp, and several mem
bers have registered their dcnials as to
selling beer at lower rates than agreed
upon.
The California and Broadway breweries
denied having cut the rates. Yesterday
the managers of the Broadway Brewery
repeated their denials of the charge and
referred to their patrons, who would cor
roborate the statements. They said:
We have been accused of making contracts
at reduced rates. This is not true. We have
made no contracts whatever. We believe that
there has been some underSelling, but we wish
to bject TO the accusation made against US as
being the guilty ones. We are said to have
sold at reduced rates to a saloon on Third
Tl1a only hat str call
quantity 10 is Frank Woennes.
Frank Woennes, proprietor OF the saloon
referred to, said:
sell on an average forty-fve kegs of beer a
week, and pay my beer bill weekly on checks
on Wells-Fargo Bank, at the rate of So a bar
rel. l have had many other tempting offers
from other brewers to supply me with beer at
lower rates, but and my customers are suited
so well that would not change.
A prominent saloon man speaking on
the possibility of cut to 50 a barrel on
beer said:
Such an arrangement would be very disas-
trous TO saloon men who sell to a high class Of
customers. l should be obliged in such an
event to sell double the quantity of beer to
make my present profit. Ny free lunch bill
would be doubled, as a customer would expect
with each glass OF beer the usual sandwich, etc.
1t would bring a cheaper class OF custom to
my bar, and would necessitate my paying
effect of such reduced rate would be to close
out host of small saloon-keepers, and do not
believe the rate would last longer than three
or four months,
The San Francisco call., 1895-12-23
MORMON ANNIVERSARY.
Saints Celebrate the Ninetieth n
Birthday of Joseph
Smith.

This day is one that will be observed in
all the strongholds of Mormonism and
especially in its Jerusalem, Salt Lake City.
1t is the nlnetieth birthday of Joseph
Smith, the founder of the church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints. He it was
who claimed to have discovered the plates
that formed the Book of Mormon, who
won many followers and who was taken
from a jail at Nauvoo, ILL.,, and killed in
an uprising of the citizens.
Public demonstrations among the small
er colonies of Mormons in this City took
the form of sermons yesterday. Last even
ing Elder H. S. Tanner, president of the
California Mission, addressed his congre-
CATION at Pythian Castle as follows:
By his frien Is Joseph Smith was held in the
highest esteem, loved and obeyed as a servant
of God and his name heralded for good, while
he was hated aud despised by his enemies and
his name cast out tor evil. Those knowing
him best loved him most, and by them his
name is ever held in honorable remembrance.
He came into the world in humble circum-
stances. His parents were poor and unknown.
Young Joseph spent his early years with his
father on the farm. He was only in his
fifteenth year when he had his first visitation
from heavenly parsonage. At the age of 25 he
was the means of establishing the Church of
Jesus Christ, after the pattern given 1900 years
before, prOmis ng the same gifts and blessings
as followed the Former-day Saints
While at Monuose, Iowa, in 1S42, Joseph
prophesied "that the Saints should continue
TO suffer much afflicton and would be driven
TO the Rocky Mountains. Many would aposta-
tiZe, others would be put TO death by our per-
secutors or lose their lives in consequence OF
exposure or disease, aud some OF them will
live to see the Saints become mighty people
in the Rocky Mountains"
In 1914 Joseph prophesied "that within five
years the Saints should be out of the power OF
their old enemies, whether they were apostates
or of the world"
All this was fulfilled to the letter, especially
the settlement OF the Saints at Salt Lake City
their earthly Zion, in 1S47.
While Joseph Smith was accused of all man.
her of crimes, he was acquitted in every in.
stance. FOrty-nine times he was tried before
the different tribunals. The last time he was
impressed with foreboding of impending
evil. He said, while on the way to Carthage
where he was murdered by mob: 81 am go
ing like lamb TO the slaughter, but am calm
summers morning. l have q conscience
void of offense toward God and toward all
men,"
Like Jesus of Nazareth, Joseph and Hyrum
Smith sealed their testimony with their blood
and on that occasion they voluntarily gave
themselves up under the guaranteed protec
ton OF the State, yet they knew their fate
that their blood only would satisfy the rawlings
OF a mob.
The San Francisco call., 1895-12-23
NEW TO-DAY,
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A Recipe That Will Remove Fruit.
full Cause of Unhappiness.

- hSClp0 mat Will remove a FFults
full Cause of Unhappiness.
"John, [ called you to dinner; why don't
you answer?"
"Can't you see that 1 am tired and out
Of sorts? Why don't you let me alone?"
The husband has just come home from
business and has stretched himself on the
sofa, gloomily staring at the ceiling. This
Is not the first time he has returned in such
humor. She is hurt, and sitting down
by the window gets ready to cry.
Papa, why don't you tum and eat2"
His little daughters pleading prevails
and he follows her to the table. His wife
hurriedly brushes the tears from her eyes.
She is too proud to show weakness-he too
stubborn to apologize for his rudeness
There is but half-hearted attempt at
eating. Your crusty temper has spoiled
your appetite" says the wife. She is
wrong-it is the want of an appetite and q
good digestion that has spoiled his
humor-and it takes an heroic effort for him
to be amiable.
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The San Francisco call., 1895-12-23
SERMONS ON GDOD WILL,
Some Protestant Churches That
Observed Christmas Yes.
terday.
Fine Special Programmes Had Been
Especially Prepared for the
Occasion.

A number of Protestant denominations
observed Christmas by special services in
the churches yesterday. The sacred
edifces were decorated, in SOME cases,
with great taste and skill. excellent
musical programmes had been arranged
and sermons appropriate to the season of
peace and good will were preached.
There were Christmas services Yesterday
at the Epworth NJ. e. Church. An appro-
pirate sermon was preached by Rev.
Frank RAIDER. In the evening the Epworth
League gave offerings to be used by the
deaconesses among the poor.
At the California-street M. E. Church
special Christmas ceremonies were rem
dered at the Ii o'clock service, and an ap-
propriate sermon was preached by the
pastor, Rev. DR.. Goodwin.
Trinity Methodist Episcopal Church OBJ
served Christmas by interesting services.
The choir, under the leadership of Mr..
Bogart, rendered anthems, being greatly
improved by the new organ which has
just been put IN the church. The pastor,
Rev. w. S. Bovard, preached two Christ
mas sermons.
At the Howard Presbyterian Church on
Mission street services were held at IL and
{ 40 CLOCK. ne cnOlr rendered GOunOQ
Nazareth" with Mrs. James E. Gordon
as sololst. Mrs. J. T. Mcdonald sang
Noel by Adam. The contrato aria
from Elijah" f" 20 Rest IN the Lord" was
sung by Miss Cecilia Decker. The organist
OF the church, William F. Hooke, rem
dered oratorio numbers transcribed for the
organ.
AT Hamilton Square Baptist Church
both the morning and evening services re-
lated to the nativity. Suitable music was
rendered by the choir and the church was
prettily decorated.
At Memorial Presbyterian Church,
Eighteenth avenue and Solano street, yes
terday morning the pastor, Rev. III. N.
Bevier, preached on the subject. "The
Christmas Light" and in the evening on
''The Unspeakable Gift" The choir fur
nished appropriate music at both services
under the leadership of William Stocks.
The First New Jerusalem Church cele-
brated Christmas in a very quiet way.
The minister, Rev. f. L. Higgins, at II
A. NJ. spoke on why Christ Was Born in
Bethlehem
Musical Christmas services were per-
formed at Simpson Memorial Church yes
The San Francisco call., 1895-12-23
Bernard DyIIyn's Return.

Bernard Dyllyn, the popular San Fran
cisco singer, appeared yesterday at the
Orpheum after an absence of five years
He made a decided hit both at the mat
inee and at the evening performance in his
descriptive and humorous songs.
Mr.. Dyllyn first appeared on the pro-
fessional stage in 1873 in San Francisco
and received most enthusiastic send-ofi
from his numerous friends, many of whom
applauded him last night. In 1878 he
brought out the song, "Never Take the
Horseshoe from the Door," in this City.
He will remain at the Orpheum for four
weeks and change his repertoire nightly
after which he will return East by way OF
Los Angeles and Chicago.
The San Francisco call., 1895-12-23

by F: o. Young. Scores Rife-sO. 80, 80,
Sl-S61; pistol.95. 90. "a. 94a378; mus
Young was closely followed by Rodgers, who
lost ny only one point, as here shown; Rlhe- ne
92, 80. 81, 91.369; pistol194, 81, 81, $3.50
Ladies' medal, 22-caliber rife, at so yards,
of-hand, won by Mrs. L. j. Crane-99, SO, 81,
95-3S9. Mrs j. Nicholl was not far behind
with score of $50, and Mrs. 0. NJ. Peck scored
377.
Blanding medal. pistol, won by G: NJ. Daiss,
closely followed by Smith Carr. Young ana
Rodgers have held this medal in the past.
won by Glindermann, 80, 9S, 80, S4-371.
Foster medal, for most los with d rifle, won
by Dr. Rodgers, 14S tens
Kellogg medal, Springfield rifle, 500 yards,
won by +. o. Young on the four best scores.
The San Francisco call., 1895-12-23

With Flag at Half- Mast in Respect 10 tn
Dead,

SAN DIEGO, CAL. Dec. 22.-The steamer
Pacheco arrived from the lower coast this
morning with her flag at half-mast on ac-
count of the loss of the three men, Smith,
Tornss and Stromburg, at San Antonio
Landing. 1t was learned that the first
Mate Thwing, Chief Engineer Williams
and Quartermaster Spann narrowly es-
capped drowning in attempting to save the
three men who were capsized. Charles
Petersen, who was with the first party,
managed to reach shore after swimming
around a while trying to save his compan-
ions, but was so exhausted that he fell
fainting on the beach. After the second
boat went out and almost capsized no fur
tier attempt was made to find the lost
men, and the steamer proceeded.