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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
Building Associations.

1t would seem from the record of real es-
tate transaCt ions that the people of Wash
tng on are having more and more recourse
to the assistance afforded by building asso-
Citations. The reasons for this tendency are
obvious. Straight loans are very rigid and
exacting in their conditions. Thus: A
party wanting to build, say, house cost
Ing 5000 must pay a commission for the
accommodation and full interest for the
loan from the date of the note, give a bond
against liens and other heavy expenses,
not considering veXatous delays. Now the
building association charges no commits
sion, only nominal expenses and interest on
the advances from the time they are made
during the erection of the dwelling, making
very considerable difference in favor of
the borrower. IL addition to this saving in
the beginning, the association allows the
Indebtedness to be paid off at the con-
ready 20 accept any portion of the debt and
thereby reducing the amount of interest in
proportion.
Conspicuous among these institutions is
the Perpetual of this city. Their receipts
for the past month were for dues, SSO, SOB !;
Interest on advances, s., 1913: settlement and
return of loans $3l,s15; total, $40, S3l They
made thirty-one loans, some as low as SO
on half shares, and the highest 81, 80 aver
aging S1,44S, or total of 81, 900 They
paid out s61,6 for Withdrawals and So
o2O.So as interest to the members; expenses
of the association, 81, 12J.91; total disburse-
ments. $li3. 223.7
Their assets now amount to 1.471 461 30:
their interest fund figures up to s136, 176 so
Notwithstanding the comparative dullness
IN the building trade, these institutions
seem to be growing In extent and in use
1ulness.-Building Register, December IL >
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
THE HAZING GOVERNMENTAL.
Lawyer Fields Says He Will Not
Cause Delay.

Lawyer Fields Says He Will Not
Cause Delay.
The morning session today of the court
martial at the navy yard engaged in trying
the seamen gunners accused of hazing color
ed classmates was consumed with the read
ing OF the record of yesterday and the con-
sideration of a technical point involving the
right of Judge Advocate Terhune to ask
Witness McDermott, who was on the stand,
leading question relative to the action of
the members of the gunners' class as
whole toward the colored members of the
same while the latter occupied seats at, the
general mess table "a"
The objection was overruled by the court,
and at II o'clock the court took a recess,
until l pm. yo!.ol
During the recess member of the, court
tod Mr.. Fields, counsel for the accused,
that IF he did not cease his objections the
court would not be able to adjourn in time
to see Tom Reed inaugurated as President
of the United States''
Mr. Fields promised that hereafter he
would be brief in making objections, and
would make as few as possible. He held
conference with Judge Advocate Terhune
in reference to he manner in which exam
nations of witnesses Shall hereafter be
conducted,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
A HEARTLEss sWINDLER.
An ImpOstOr Collecting Ostensibl,
for the Newsb0ys' Dinner.

An ImpOstOr Collecting Ostensibly
for the Newsboys' Dinner.
Traces were found today of rascal who
is collecting money and supplies in the
name of the Newsboys' Home. 1t is not
known how many have been imposed upon
by him, but he seems to be making the
rounds of the hotels. At the Raleigh to-
day man presented a card and book and
received s.. The same individual. from
all accounts called on Mr. w. r. Speare
yesterday and asked for money for the
2ewsboys' dinner. Not liking the form of
the statement or the card Mr.. Speare wrote
to Mrs. j. w. Babson, one of the ladies
having charge of the annual dinner, and
mentioned the matter, saying that he
would prefer to send his s. directly to the
ladies'.
1t is not unlikely that many have been
swindled by this man. No careful descrip-
ton can be had of him, but the matter has
been reported to the detectives and the
fellow will be caught. 1t is safe for any
one who receives call from the man to
make the effort to have him arrested at
once on suspicion.
The newsboys dinner will take place
next Tuesday, the 31st, at the Maulsby
Home, 80 c street northwest. The con-
trIbutions are, as usual, coming in stead
lily and there is an excellent prospect that
the 2tD and more children who look for
ward to the occasion as the greatest and
happiest of their year will in no way be
disappointed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
High school Reunion.

With its characteristic energy. the class
of 80. Washington High School. made its
fifth annual reunion Thursday evening last
at Mrs. Dyers Academy most enjoyable
event. Informal dancing was INDUCED I'M
til 10 o'clock, when the members formed in
procession and passed to the dining room,
where a banquet was served. Next on the
program of the evening was a speech by
President A. T Ryan. and it was followed
by a clever and witty history of sos men
by Miss Young Mr.. j. NJ. Chamberlain
spoke of "'9Os Fair Ones after which a
class poem, by Mrs. Clara Woods Shipman,
was read and loudly applauded. The cleo
ton of officers for the ensuing year resulted
as follows: Mr.. James Gillen, president,
Miss NJ. Hedrick and Miss l.. Willenbucher,
vice presidents: NJ. Ryan, treasurer; Miss
Lulu Walker and Mr.. Geo. Bushee, secre-
taries; Miss G.. B. Lewis and Mr.. w. p.
Walker historians, and Miss NJ p. Ship
man, poetess The class then adjourned 10
the parlors and devoted the remainder Of
the evering to dancing.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
CITY AND DISTRICT.


1t is estimated by Ernest George Raven
stein, F. K. G. s., that the population of
North America is over S9.2JO,0U, South
America sc. 42O,OOO, Europe $50 300 600, Asia
sJO.OOO.oOO, Africa r27,OOO,O00 Australasia
100000, Polar Regions 100000. All about
the earth. it's division of square miles, It's
languages, its forty-five principal govern
ments its Kings and Emperors, oceans,
seas, rivers. temperature. ETC.. represent
but an infinitesimal portion of the informa-
ton to be found in The Evening Stars New
Almanac and Encyclopedia for 1896. con-
tanning 416 solidly printed pages of Ma
tistcs, records. etc. 25c. per copy. To be
had at The Evening Star office and all
news stands.
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Mr.; WAITER DAAIRoSCH begs to announce a
Season OF GRAND OPERA, to consist of FOUR
rElitORMANCES. beginning THURSDAY EVEN
ING. JANUARY 30, and embracing the last thrse
evenings ard the Saturday matinee of that week,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28

Mayor Thompson, in the police court this
morning disposed of the following cases:
]. T. Tennis and Newton Garrett charged
with drunk and dsorderly conduct, case
continued until tonight at o'clock.
Lewis Boswell, charged with being IN
habitual drunkard. was sent to the work
house for ninety days
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
ALEXANDRIA AFFAIRS.
Local Notes Concerning happening
of Interest.

Local Notes Concerning Happenings
of Interest.
Last night the Sunday school celebration
Of the Methodist Episcopal Church was
held and was largely attended. An inter-
esting program of music and recitations
was rendered and number of pretty gifts
were distributed.
The scholars of Grace Church Sunday
school will hold their celebration tonight.
Masonic Service.
The members of Alexandria w ashington
and Andrew jackson Lodges, A. F. and A.
M, attended a special service at Grace
Protestant Episcopal Church last night.
when the rector, Rev. Clarence E. Ball.
preached q Masonic sermon, the occasion
being st. Johns night.
..... ,,.. l. o. o. F. Meeting.
Potomac Lodge. 1. o. o. F., held their
annual meeting last night. The attend
ance was large and the annual election of
officers resulted as follows: r. E. Tyler,
noble grand; ]. Edward Swaine, vice
grand; P; M. Bradshaw, permanent secre-
tary; William E. Latham, recording sec
rotary; L. Morgan Davis, treasurer, and
Edward Lyles, chaplain.
Notes.
The Young Ladies' German Club gave an
other of their delightful dances in Nc
Burney's Hall last night. 1t was largely at
tended, and q pleasant evening was spent.
The new transfer barge of the Baltimore
and Ohio railroad arrived in this city last
night, IN tow of the tug Maud H. of Balti-
more.
Miss Katie Goodrich died at her home on
Royal street yesterday
A woman tramp asked for lodgings at the
police station last night She given a
room. This is the first woman tramp seen
in this city for years.
Owing to the illness of DIR. Packard, Mrs.
Crawford of the Theological Seminary re-
called the invitations she had issued for a
musicale last night.
Little Wnifred Dean, who was so badly
injured Monday afternoon, is said to be
somewhat better today.
DR.. Stuart Jameson of New JERSEY is
visiting his family in this city.
Church Services Tomorrow.
Rev. Rumsey Smithson, formerly of this
city, will preach at the Methodist Epis-
copal Church South tomorrow morning; ut
night there will be a missionary meeting.
The regular services will be held in the
other churches as usual At ST. Johns
Chapel. West End, Mr.. Smythe of the
Theological Seminary will preach in the
morning. There will be no service at
night.
bitten by n Dog
Yesterday little daughter of Mr. John
Magner WINS severely bitten by a dog. The
dog was followed. but got away.
'i''POIice Court.
Mayor Thompson, in the police court this
morning disposed of the following cases:
j. T. Tennis and Newton Garrett, charged
with drunk and dsorderly conduct, case
continued until tonight at o'clock.
Lewis Boswell, charged with being IN
habitual drunkard. was sent to the work.
house for ninety days.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
More About the Van Ness Case

To the Editor of The Evening Star:
l regret exceedingly that 1 ever wrote the
article published in your paper Of 21st in
slant and entitled Van Ness Widow, be-
cause it has opened the flood gates of mil
dewed recollections of things that never
happened in connection with the subject.
One octogenarian tells me in effect that
because / was not present at the famous
trial cannot write the history of it, Then
with big Injun swagger, he says he was
present, and proceeds to give his recollec-
tens. He outgags the old legal conundrum
Can a man marry his widows sister?''
by making woman a widow whose hus-
band was living. And he makes himself
ridiculous at the same time.
Another well-meaning man with recolIec
tons undertakes to correct some of NV
statements. l said absolutely and positively
that the verdict in the Van Ness case was
rendered by eleven men, and commented
upon the TACT as the first occurrence of the
Kind in the history of District Jurisprudence
This critic on the recoliections of Zephaniah
Jones says L am wrong; that no verdict
was rendered at all in the case and tina +
the issues were quietly withdrawn. AS the
case went to the Supreme Court OF the
United States. it is difficult to see how it
got there without jury's verdict and a
judgment in the court below as a basis for
an appeal In the Supreme Court reports,
q Howard, e., the court. in it's statement of
the case as tried in the old Circuit Court
says:
The Circuit Court proceeded to the trial
of the issue, and in the course of the trial
sundry directions were given to the jury
to which the plaintiff excepted, and finally,
as appears by the eleventh exception the
court Instructed the jury that there was no
evidence from which they could find that the
plaintiff was lawfully married to John P,
Van Ness, the interstate. Under this direc-
ton the jury found by their verdict that
Mary A. Van Ness was not the widow Of the
late John p. Van Ness, and this finding
was, by order Of the court, certified, under
seal, to the Orphans Court
And in this same report, Richard S. Coke
and Joseph H. Bradley are counsel of record
for the Van Ness heirs, and May and Brent
for Mrs. Conner. All recolections to the
contrary, therefore, l reiterate my former
statement, that James NJ. Carlisle, like the
flowers of May, had nothing to do with the
case.
Let me say here while on the subject that
the recollections of octogenarianS have had
much to do with perverting the truths of
District history, and flating it with fables
and romances. If they would content them
selves with swapping "reminiscences about
the drummer boys ghost of the Big Falls
the headleSS man of the p street bridge or
the chariot and it's six white coursers that
spin through space around the Van Ness
mauSolaum on every midnight anniversary
of the generals death, they could indulge
in historical dissipation without damage.
Real history depending for its accuracy upon
record evidence should be left to younger
men, unburdened with recollections
GENE Riley
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
Officers Elected.

At the regular meeting of Mount Vernon
Council No. 491, National Union, the fol-
lowing officers were elected for the ensuir g
year: President, Nathan F. Boone; vice
president, Ross ]. Blosser; speaker, Jos.
d. Mitchell: secretary, Edward s. How;
financial secretary, Sanford NJ. Warren
treasure Lyman F. w. Gushing; usher,
j. L. Manire; chaplain, Charles E. Young;
sergeant-at-arms. John A. Watts; door
keeper. George E. Mayer; delegate to the
cabinet, H. Clay Espey; delegate to the
assembly, Albert p. Marston; delegate to
the Immediate Relief Association, Ross j.
Blosser; trustees, Louis P Sutor, H. Clay
Espey, Albert P. Marston.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
Destitute Child.

Vernon Stewart, colored infant, not more
than a year old, was before the Police Court
today as a destitute child The innocent
Young one was carried in the arms Of a
woman who had been paid to take care of
him, and he was apparently enjoying life
while the witnesses related the story of his
restitution. His mother, 1t was said. is
row in the hospital and that Vernon will
sc on have brother sister who will prob
ably fare his fate.
Judge Miller made an order turning the
child over to Agent Lewis of the board Of
chldrens guardians.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
High school Row. of -.

The class of rs of the High School, the
pioneer class" of that institution held Its
eighteenth annual reunion last night at the
Down Town Club. Mr.. ]. F. Connor pre-
sided oyer the dinner. ,....-- ---
Those present were c. B. Rheem, F. D.
Chapman. A. T. Hensey, ]. T. Conner, DR.
w. A. Lyon, c. w. Holmes, F. B. Moves, B.
B. Thompson, F. A. Sebring, Prof H. L.
Hodgkins and Geo. A. Provost.
DR.. W. A. Lyon was elected president OF
the class for the ensuing year.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28

little folks that a second number was given
as an encore Little Alice Armstrong also
gave a pleasing recitation, called Christ
mas Greetings" Then followed the second
part of the program, Introducing a number
of little boys in sailor costumes, who. with
dialogue and song. gave descriptive scenes
of Christmas customs in various countries
The exercises were concluded by, several
songs by the infant class, and the distribu-
ton of presents to the smaller children.
Miss Dexter and her assistants earned the
approval Of all present for the pleasing pre-
sentation of this bright cantata
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
NcyysbOys' Dinner,

The committee in charge of the Christ
mas dinner to the newsboys, on the 31st
instant at the Newsboys' Home acknowl-
edge the following additional contributions:
Evening Star Newspaper Co., $25; Ned
Beale Mclean, $40; Mrs. NJ, 81; W. R.
Speare, So; Mrs. w. B. Gurley's boys, 3d.;
unknown friend, $50; Mrs. J. J. Meyers,
81; f. C. Somes, 81; E. Morrison Paper Co.,
go plates; rhos. w. Smith, lumber for the
tables; HavenEer Baking Co, forty loaves
of Bread Mrs. Berry, apples potatoes,
gar and candy; Mrs. Baldwin, oranges
Mr. C. Brown, turkey; Mrs. George Hazel
ton, turkey and cake; Mrs. j. Plant, tur-
key; Miss Ward, two turkeys; l.. F. Lusby,
vegetables.
Friends intending to make donations are
requested to send them to the home before
II m. on Monday.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
Death of A, l.. 5HOOe.

Mr.. A. l.. Hooe. a native of Loudoun coun-
ty, Va, and well known Tn this city, died
last Wednesday in Cincinnati. where he
was prominent merchant. He began bus
iress in Louisville. KY, and moved to Gin
cinnati in 1864. He was a cousin of Assist
ant Chief Clerk J. c. Hooe of the Agricultur-
al Department. and related to DR.. William
F. Luckett of this city. He leaves a widow
and four children. The funeral took place
yesterday afternoon and the final interment
Is to be made at Louisyille.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
1.-The Capitals" New Move,

The editorial rooms and business offices
of the Capital, Marshall Cushings paper,
are being moved to No. 515 14th street. the
heart of newspaper row. The plant of the
Capital Press is being installed in a COM
modious building at 14th street and Flor
ida avenue, where a general printing BUSH
ness is to be carried on. The Home Maya
zine Is to be revived and issued from this
establishment.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
FencibIes' Reception.

The National Fencibles posed as hosts last
evening and rendered holiday reception to
their friends at the handsomely furnished
armCry of the company, 913 E street north
west. The rooms were thronged through
out the evening and the affair proved enjoy
able in every way, music by Schroeder's or
chestra adding greatly to the pleasure of the
occasion.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
For Divorce.

Through Attorney Robert Christv. IIar-
riet r. Baker has filed a petition for d.
vorce from Henry 7. Baker, to whom she
was married here March 3, 1874. They lived
together. she says, TO- about six years,
when, she charges, he desert ted and aban-
doned her. Four children were born to
them but one, daughter, surviving.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28

Distressing Kidney and Bladder diseases
relieved in six hours by the New Great
South American Kidney Cure" This new
remedy is a great surprise on account of its
exceeding promptness in relieving pain in
the bladder, kidneys, back and every part
of the urinary passages in male or female.
1t relieves retention of water and pain in
passing it almost immedia tely. If you want
quick relief and cure this is your remedy.
Sold by Z. P. MERIT, 18th & NV.
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ADJUSTMENTS.
A LIENS GRAND OPERA HOUSE.
IN WASHINGTON. :
DAMRO SCH
OPERA
COMPANY.

Mr.. WALTER DANIRoSCH begs to announce n
rEEF0RAIANcES beginning THG fs Even snSi.
INI. January 80. and embracing the last thrse
evenings ard the Saturday matinee of that week,
Repertoire.
January ssG1TIaASNHausE s WAGNER
February l.-"s1EGFRIED," Wagner
Matinee
PRIGEso 50 $780, 81, s., 81, S.. Boxes $s5
special subscription sale (by mail only, of sea-
son tickets for the four performances. in the Or
chestra and Orchestra Circle. at a reduced rate
SIG and Sl4: boxes SIZE and s175-ls now open.
Orders should ne sent and checks made payable to
hlw H. Alien Aliens Grand Opera House, WASH
'tpt and subscribers notified by mail when to
Regular season ticket sale flor three four per-
formances) in Orchestra. Orchestra Circle, Balcony
and Circle, and front rows in Gallery, will open
Monday. January 10 at Box Office.
Single ticket sale, for one or more performances
will open Thursday, January g. at same place.
Artists.
FRAU KATHARINE KLAFSKY,
,,,sS ,, Hamburg Opera and London.
FRI RIA SeM nSSk MHsf s@ Opera House.
FRI. GIsFIA sToLI-
Zurich Opera.
FRI LOUISE MIIDEit.
Stuttgart Bayreuth.
MISS MARIE MAURER,
New York
FRI MARIE hatfield,
New York.
TENORS
HERR WILHELM Cru ENING.
Hamburg Opera and Bayreuth.
HERR BARRON BElsTHAI.D,
New York
HERR PAU. LANCE.
Munich Royal Opera and New York.
HERR MAN AI.NARY,
Hamburg Opera, Bayreuh & New York.
BARlrDNES AND BASES
HERR DEMETEit POPOSICI.
Bayuuth and Prague.
HERR WILHELM MERTENS
New York
III ERR CONRAD BEIIRENS.
- New York Metropolitan Opera House.
HERR JULIUS Won PCTL1TZ,
Munich Opera
HERR GERHARD STEHMANN,
New York
HERR EDWARD BROMBERG,
New York
HERR EMIL FISCHER.
New York Metropolitan Opera House.
The New York symphony Orchestra of 10 Musicians
WALTER DAMIOSCH, Director.
GRAND CHORUS OF 10 VOICES 1t
CALIFORNIA. MEXICO. TENAS CHINA JAPAN,
Australia. Hawaiian Islands, Central America.
Special rates for freight passage: choice Of
routes; private to rent; special tourist
parties: free maps and pamphlets. X. ]. SMITH,
Agt, 40 So 3D. ST.. Philadelphia. fe13w&s1y
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
\ Delightful Route to the South.

There IS no more pleasant wav to START a
trip TO the south than by boat from Wash
lngton to Fortress Monroe and Norfolk
The accommodations on the steamers are
ideal, and at Norfolk connections are
made by steamboats, and railroads for all
points south and west. Steamers leave
Washington every evening at I O'Clock
See advertisements for further particulars
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28

Representative Barrett of Massachusetts
has introduced In the House a joint reso-
luton authorizing the President to arrange
conference between the United States
and nations possessing territory on the
American continent for the settlement of
boundary disputes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
Mr.. HOlla nd Better.

Mr.. Willard F. Holland of All LIST street
northeast, who was murderously assaulted
last Monday by Albert Colbert, colored, has
passed the critical point and his recovery is
expected. His condition was radical
change for the better. Colbert Is still al
large having been successful so far in
eluding arrest.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
New Year Excursion Rates vim PENN
sylvania Railroad.

On December 81 and January the Penn
sylvania railroad will sell excursion tick
cts to all points on its lines east of and in
GLIDING Pittsburg and Erie and west of
Elizabeth and Sea Girt at reduced rates
tickets valid for return until January
1876. Also TO Richmond and other points
south on December ~ 30 and 81 and lam
uary l, good until January O.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28

Mr. c. NJ. Lacey Sites left this city for
New York yesterday evening in order to
meet his sister, Miss Ruth Marie Sites.
who is returning from her field of mis-
sicnary work in China. Though due in New
York today, Miss Sites arrival is rendered
uncertain by the delays in ocean travel in
c'dent to the recent severe storms Mr..
Sites expects to accompany his sister 20
Boston, where their mother, Mrs Nathan
Sites, is now residing with her two younger
children.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
Robert H. Key Club.

The colored republicans of South Wash
il-gtop last night organized a Robert H
Key Campaign Club. The following Off
GERS were elected: President, Joseph Gross
jr.; vice president. Louis Frazier; secrs-
2tary, j. w. Coles. Speeches were made by
Eous Frazier. c. Montgomery, Samuel
Boswell and j. w. Coles The best of or
der prevailed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
LOCAL MENTION.
AMUsEMENTs TONIGHT.

Lafayette Square Opera House.-''Trilby."
Aliens Grand Opera House.-The Garrick
Theater Burlesque Company of New York
in "Thrilby.'
Academy of Music-Helene Mora in "A
Modern Mephisto."
kernan's Lyceum Theater.-Sam Devere's
Big Company.
Columbia Photograph Company. 019 Penn
sylvania avenue northwest.-Exhibition of
the GraphophOne and kaleidoscope.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-28
AN INVISIBLE TONIC.

Tone is a tonic to the ear, and this sensi-
tive organ may be ruined by the constant
use of bad piano. A good piano will re-
fine and educate the sense of sound. When
TO this is added Indispensable perfection OF
touch. and true voicing and tuning, really
desirable instrument is the result. Such
pianos are made by the Emerson Piano Co.,
and are sold at moderate prices by H.
Eberbach, 91J F street.