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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-08-31
TERRIBLE INJURY.
Fred Whistler Meets With a Sc.
rious Accident.
STRUCK BY A wINDLAss HANDLE

Skull IL Fractured srd the Unfortunate
Victim IN Pfecarioup Condition Late
This Afternoon With Little Hope of Re
covery.
Fred Whistler, son of Capt. and
Mrs. w. H. Whistler. us Twenty
second street. employed on one OF
the Rock Islond Lumber company's
boat. which was engaged in dredg-
ing near the waterworks, was
badly injured late this afternoon.
He was taken to his home on
TSenty-second street in the city am
bulance, and Drs. Barth and Hollow
bush were called in.
Mr. Whistler was operating a wind
lass, the rope attached to which
slipped, and the handle flying hack.
struck him frightful blow in the
forehead. He was rendered uncon-
scious and has since been in a state
of delirium, the skull being frac-
tured.
In . Critical Condition.
At a late hour this afternoon his
condition was extremely critical with
the chances, it was feared, against
his recovery.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-08-31

Pablo sale.
OF the entire household goods, fine
furniture, ornaments, carpets, horse.
buggy, etc, of the late Thomas S.
Siivis. deceased, will be sold at pu b.
lie auction at the residence in South
Rock Island Saturday, September
l2. Sale commences at 10 O'Clock
q. m. Il. S. SILvIS.
EMMA SILVIS,
Administrators.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-08-31

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and full. regnar Is value here .i%.
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Cotton Flinnel Cheap.
To the rush throw plump
yards
flannel while m.
quck, 1isc
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Pretty patterns light dark regular 1c ss
Early Arrivals in Fall Dress Goods.
jscquard novelties. suitable school
6sc. handsome pacs q Ne
all -Eiincs
ceiling a
good sc values when cold
replaced At this prize.
Evening star., 1896-09-26
EXCURSIONS.

The spring and fall are always delightful
the planked shad dinners of this resort en-
JOY a fame that Is far-reaching, and in the
fall the oyster roasts are just as enjoyable
and have Just as great a reputation The
first of these events will be given at the
Hall tomorrow. There is every prospect of
fair weather, an abundance of oysters and
a delightful place in which to make way
with them, and under these circumstances
the trip should be delightful outing. The
steamer Manchester will be called into use,
and will make trips at IL am. and 2:30
pm, and every arrangement for comfort
will be made by those in charge Of the
trip. Oysters are furnished in abundance,
and oyster knives will be on hand in pro-
fusion 10 assist in the work of devastation
In addition to the charms of the roast, the
dining room will be open for regular din
ner on account Of the ladies.
The sail down the Potomac and Cnesa-
peake bay on the Norfolk and Washington
Steamboat Company's steamers and a stay
at Fortress Monroe, Virginia Beach and
Ocean View form the regular autumn out
ing for many Washngtonians. Travellers,
too, who visit the capital city, take this
route, in order to see these famous resorts,
and the many historical places abounding
near them. The Norfolk and Washington
steamers form the only direct route to
these resorts. They are handsomely fur
nished, heated by steam. lighted by cleo
tricity, have large, roomy staterooms, and
their tables are supplied with everything
in season. One of these steamers leaves
7th street wharf every evening in the year
at o'clock. arriving at Norfolk. Fortress
Monroe. Virginia Beach and Ocean View
early the following morning.
Evening star., 1896-09-26
Anti-saloon Revival.

The committee of arrangements for the
"anti-saloon revival to be held in Foundry
Church October to II by the Anti-Saloon
League held an enthusiastic meeting in the
W.C.T.U. rooms on F street last evening
Encouraging reports were rendered by the
various subcommittee.
The music committee reported that they
would have in attendance at the meetings
a chorus Of from one hundred to one hun
dred and twenty-five voices, and would
also nave some of the most popular solo,
lists.
chorus rehearsal will be held in the
Foundry Church Wednesday next at 7:45
pm 1t is Mr.. Fosters desire to have the
members of the chorus bring Christian En-
deavor convention programs which will be
used for some of the musical selections.
The music committee is composed of Mr.
Percy 5. Foster, chairman; Mr. j. Arthur
Rose. Mrs. Frank Bryan. Mrs. Isaac Birch,
MISS blanche l.. Pattison and DR.. Frank
A. Swartwout.
Mr.. Hermon c. Metcalf, chairman of
the ushers committee, reported that he
had received the names of a sufficient num-
Der OF usners from the various societies
affiliated in the Anti-Saloon League A
meeting of the ushers for instruction, drill
and assignment will be held at the Y NJ
c. A. rooms. 400 New York avenue. on
Friday evening. Mr.. John H. Mitchell, for
the committee on decorations reoorted
that appeal .had been made to the various
societies in the league for the loan of flags
and distinctive banners, and that REPLIES
are coming In. The committee expect to
begin decorating next Friday. and by next
Saturday evening will have their part of
the work entirely done. The committee on
speakers reported, through the chairman,
Mr. Jesse C. Suter, that all of the speakers
We're secured with the exception of one.
The preludes by the various societies are
all being arranged by the officers of the
respective examinations, and will be an
nounced in few days.
Evening star., 1896-09-26
WASHINGTON GROVE IMPROVEMENT
A Better Water supply Asxured-PrO-
pOneI Chnutauuun C0urne.

A Better Water supply AsSured-PrO-
posed Chnutauqua Course.
For want of a sufficient amount of snow
and rain during the winter and spring sea-
son the past four or five years there has
been great scarcity of water at the high
er points along the Metropolitan branch,
many of the wells falling entirely in the
summer season. In order to remedy this
great deficiency of water Unusually deep
wells have been sunk by boring or drilling
at Garrett Park, Rockville. Derwood, Oak
mont, and Mr.. E. I. Kaufman of Garrett
Park has just put down one of these wells,
through flint and slate rock. over 100 feet
deep, in the hotel yard at Washington
Grove.
Wednesday evening the capacity of the
we'll was tested for three hours and found
to yield an abundant supply of water, there
being over twenty-five gallons per minute.
A Rider hot air pumping engine is TO be
used in raising the water into tank, hold
ing 1000 gallons. elevated thirty feet above
the well.
an abundant supply of water, SO that here
after, it Is hoped the streets and avenues
can at all times be sprinkled. when neces-
sary, and the walks kept in a fine condi-
well as IN the early spring, when there is
usually a sufficient amount Of rain. OFF,
GERS Of the association say that 1t is not
expected to erect an emergency reservoir
nor to construct a swimming pool to be fed
from spring in the field formerly used as
lumber yard, as has been stated as no
such spring ever existed.
In addition to this enterprise, the board
of trustees, who are now managing the af-
fairs of the Grove, and who last spring
graded Grove avenue with crushed stone
are soon to commence covering some of
the other avenues and to fill IN the space
around the tabernacle with the same kind
of material. which will add greatly to the
comfort and pleasure of those who may
reside there during the summer. Individ-
ual cottage owners on Grove avenue have
signlfied their intention in many instances
OF having their parking in front put into
grass this fall to conform to the other
fronts that are already beautified in this
way.
At some time during the coming season
1t Is intended to hold a ChautauQua course
of lectures at the Grove, covering over a
period of about five days, and for this
purpose President Peck has designated a
committee, consisting Of Fred. E. Tasker,
president of the Epworth League of the
District; Percy NJ. Hughes, one of the
teachers Of the High School, and w. H. H.
committee of arrangements for the Chris
tian Endeavor convention. held in this
| city, to take the matter fully under con-
sideration and report their recommends
tions to the board of trustees as early as
possible. Presiding Elder Wilson of the
District, it is said, is in full sympathy
with such a movement, as we'll as many
other leading clergymen and Methodists OF
| this city.
Evening star., 1896-09-26

be able to take the trip now, but will travel
with every comfort and convenience, and
1t Is hoped she will come back to repay the
people Of Washington for their generosity
by her bewitching presence on the stage.
The benefit yesterday was a splendid per-
formance and deserved. the patronage it
enjoyed aside from the worthy object for
which it was given. Representatives from
every theatrical company now IN the city
nlied Up the program. while some well
known local people were also seen. The
program was long one. but was enjoy
able throughout. and the majority Of the
audience saw the last, as well as the first
number. Zella, the human frog, and Harry
Ward, the comic monologuist, from the
minstrel company at the Bijou, were en-
joyed In their unique specialties, and Louise
Truax, the phenomenal child whistler, Ed
gar Ely and Georgia Gardner. from the
Baldwins at the Lafayette. pleased in their
respective turns. Miss Truax is whistler
of no uncommon attainments, while Mr.
Ely and Miss Gardner gave the one-act
comedy, "A Womans SHatagem." in a
highly artistic manner From "The Amer
ican Girf company at the Grand came
Bob" Graham and Miss Southard in Their
Old, Old Story" which was entertaining
and enthusiastically received, while Nellie
Waters, the Irish vocalist, and Fields and
Wooley, German comedians, gave their
services from the Lyceum. AS the repre-
sentation from the Academy Joseph Hart
and Carrie De Mar told how people say
Good night" and Good morning in the
dlHerent countries of the world, and Fleur-
cite, the charming danseuse of the Cay
Old Boy company, gave a dance. which
was appreciated by every one. AL Leech
gave clever dance and Frank Gardiner
contributed. some clever limitations to the
performance. Frederic Bond. Ed Abeles
and Marion Giroux gave a portion of the
third act from My Friend from India -
which was artistic and delightful, and the
Washington Trombone Quartet consisting of
Chris Arth jr.. director: Fred Mulhausen,
Carl Neuman and Charles Thierbach, 1r
rendered some pleasing melodies on their
difficult instruments. The last number in
cluded songs and dances by Miss Carrie
Pryor. and although she occupied the most
difficult place in the performance, she ac-
quilted herself creditably.
Evening star., 1896-09-26
EXPELLED GOV. o.FERRALL.
Virginia Executive No Longer q Menu
beF Of the Local Annexation.

Virginia Executive No Longer q Menu
her of the Local Association.
The Virginia Democratic Association. at
Its regular meeting held last night at Union
Veteran Legion Hall. unanimously voted to
expel Gov. Charles ]. OFerran Of Virginia
from membership on account of his recent
desertion Of the free silver democratic
party organization Of Virginia. The reso-
lutions Of expulsion. which were offered by
Capt. John A. Jones. denounce the COVER
nor for his action in unmeasured terms
President Biscoe was authorized to select
the delegates who were to represent the
Association at the coming st. Louis con-
vention OF the National Association of
Democratic Clubs. and named Capt. Jones
and Mr. Edward Seton as two of the dele
gates, the other two to be announced later.
Speeches were made by President Biscoe.
ex-State Senator Moore of Fairfax county
and Judge Yarnall of the fourth Virginia
district. The latter speaker bitterly at
tackled the financial policy Of Secretary
Carlisle. saying that if he was the French
minister Of finance the French people
would guillotine him.
Evening star., 1896-09-26
Sunday School Union.

The mass meeting 10 be held to morrow
at $50 I'm. by the Sunday school unions at
the Metropolitan A. M. E. Church. M street
between 18th and 18th streets. will be pre-
sided ever by the officers Of the recent Dis
trict Sunday school convention. These Off
GERS were P. B. Bagley, president; ]. A.
Hamilton, Miss NJ. E. Ware, vice president
F. l.. Cardoza, jr., secretary; Misses NJ 1.
Throckmorton, M. L. Watson, assistants
Invocation will be by Rev. j. A. Johnson,
pastor Metropolitan Church. Dr. w. H.
Conner will welcome the Sunday schools on
behalf of his church. Mr.. J. w. Jarvis and
Miss Matte Bowen. delegates from the re-
cent District convention to the Boston In
ternational Sunday school convention will
then render reports. 1t is expected that the
spacious church will be crowded by the
different schools The alley mission work
of the unions will be given due attention by
the workers and ministers present. Several
IL not all of the mission schools, will either
send delegations or be present in body al
the exercises.
Evening star., 1896-09-26
RICH ANDCDAINTY.
Some Marvellous Autumn Hats at the
Palafs Royal Opening.


Palafs Royal Opening.
Monday occurs the annual Opening Of
autumn fashions at the7 Palais Royal, and
in every department OF this great estab-
lishment an interesting exhibit will be
made of the new seasons styles. The mill
lirery parlors. however. will. it is expected,
be the center Of attraction. Some of the
gems are: A "Duchessiof Devonshire" hat.
after painting by one of the old masters.
1t is of heliotrope velvet, the puffed brim
studded with rhinestoaes. the crown orna-
mented with black ostrich plumes and
feathers from the rare bird of paradise.
An adaptation of the Puritan hat of the
old colonial days is Of green velvet. the
steeple crown wound with black satin, Or
namented with black pumes, tips and
French, is of royal blue chenille braid.
with velvet rosettes at back, the right
front with pompon of black ostrich, sur
mounted with paradise feathers. The Tam
O'Shanter effect is seen in the sage green
silk beaver hat, with puff of black velvet,
the side with loops and rhinestones, the
back with two velvet bows and steel or
naments. One of the most attractive thea
ter borncts Is of geranium chenille braid,
butterfly front, sparkling with steel and
jet: paradise feathers float over the crown,
which is Of the velvet and chiffon, the
bows at back confined with bar Of diamond
cut steel. Those who can wear very large
hats will admire the black seal beauty
with superb specimens of ostrich plumes
and tips and diamond-like rhinestones. A
charming set consists of a Russian col
larette and turban Of green velvet and
black astrachan. The entire collection is
notable for the richness of the materials
used and the consummate skill displayed
in the making. 1t is evidently to be a sea-
son of very expensive hats, judging by the
coming display at the Palais Royal.
Evening star., 1896-09-26

The Pioneer Mckinley and Hobart Club
of Clifton Park. Nd, held its eighth meet
ing in Clark's store last night, with a ma
jority of its working members present.
After lively discussion of the financial
issue the club decided that no invitation
for Joint debate would be promulgated. but
If a silver democratic or populist organiza-
tion should intimate a desire to meet it's
members in Joint discussion on the political
situation their propositions will receive re-
spectful and probably acquiescent atten-
ton.
A motion was unanimously adopted to
instruct TIE president of the club. Mr..
Benz. F. Peters, TO notify Capt John Nc
Donald of its support of his candidacy for
Congress from the sixth congressional dis
trlct of Maryland.
The club resolved that a grand rally shall
be held at Clifton Park prior to election
day. committees to be appointed at it's next
meeting.
The committee on registration reported
that with three or four exceptions the
voters of Clifton Park had registered
The club then adjourned. to meet Friday
next at 10 pm.
Evening star., 1896-09-26
Library Association.

The managers of the Labor Bureau and
Workingmen's Library Association held a
special meeting last evening at the resi-
dence of Mrs. ]. l.. Munroe. the treasurer
Nc. 100 A street northeast. for the purpose
of completing arrangements for celebrating
the first anniversary of the organization
and the transaction of some other matters
of business. President F. NJ. Dent occu-
pied the chair and Mr.. c. A. Maidens was
secretary.
Mrs. Munroe submitted a detailed report
which showed the receipts and expendi-
lures for the year just closing. The re-
ceipts. it was stated. amounted to a little
over 1000. all of which was disbursed for
necessary expenses.
The arrangements for the anniversary
contemplate musical and literary enter
ta,nment to he followed with dance at
Typographical Temple on the evening of
October H.
Evening star., 1896-09-26
CITY AND DISTRICT.
Won the Contract.

The contract for supplying the employees
OF the Washington and Georgetown rail-
road with winter uniforms and overcoats
has been let TO Parker. Bridget & Co., the
winners out of a large number of eager
bidders. The contract is one which any
concern might be glad 10 fill. The winning
of il is a big feather in the cap of the
frm which is pushing forward to position
in its line of business that will be envied
by hundreds of the largest and most sue
cessfuI conc erns in the country. The firm
is comparatively young in business circles,
but has patronage that is constantly
growing. and which is making it exceeding
ly popular.
Evening star., 1896-09-26


The Central Union Mission enters upon
itsaan work this evening by holding serv-
ices from the gospel wagon on Market
space and also in the auditorium of the
mission building. The services during the
summer have been conducted with regu-
larity and success, and although from
time to time many of the regular workers
have been absent from the city, others
have quickly volunteered to fill their places
1t is proposed during the coming sea-
son to visit a number Of churches and hold
evangelistic services in them. Tomorrow
night the mission will take charge OF the
services in the Fifteenth Street NJ. E.
Church.
Especial care Is being given to the prepa-
rations for Sunday evening services in
the mission building also, and to assist in
the singing, an orchestra has been Or
ganized, made up of banjo. guitar. flute,
violins, cornet, trombone, bass viol and er-
gan.
Evening star., 1896-09-26

"A divorce from Joseph A. Bowler was
sday asked for oy Mary A. Bowler, the
papers in the case being withheld from
publication Upon the application Of Mrs
Bowler, Judge Cox issued a temporary re-
strainins order in the case, enjoining Mr.
Bowler from interfering with or incumber-
ing or disposlng of the furniture at 637
L street, and also from preventing his
wifes return to the house. Attorney Camp
BELL Darlington represents Mrs. Bowler.
Evening star., 1896-09-26
The Mcrts Axslgnment. A

Mr.. S. T. Thomas, the assignee of Mr..
Edward p. Mertz, the druggist engaged in
business at 100 F street, has issued a
statement in which he explains that Mr..
Merits schedule of liabilities shows that
he owes $37,45267, distributed among 2l3
individuals and firms, while his assets are
put down. in the assignment, at SIG, ,5lg 80
But" says Mr.. Thomas, "a careful in
ventory and appraisement made for me by
one OF our leading auctioneers, assisted by
a competent drug clerk and salesman, fixes
the value Of the assets at S4,47S.55."
Evening star., 1896-09-26
Receiver Appointed.

AS stated in The Star would be the case.
receiver was appointed late yesterday af-
ternoon by Judge Cox for the Maryland and
Washington Railway Company,upon the ap-
plication Of Maurice F. Tally. Earlier in
the day Mr.. Tally obtained a Judgment
against the company for $269GO, and the
writ being returned by the marshal nulla
Iona, he thereupon filed a bill in equity
against the company and others, praying
for the appointment of a receiver The
president of the road, Mr.. d. NJ. Newbold.
Immediately filed an answer, agreeing to the
relief prayed for. The case was laid before
Judge Cox, who appointed Mr.. j. Kesley
Schoepf as receiver, fixing his bond at $25,-
900. with authority to complete the road and
operate 1t, being empowered to issue re-
ceiver's certificates to raise funds, etc.
Evening star., 1896-09-26
New Title Company.

The Lawyers Title and Guaranty Insur-
aLce Company of this city, which has been
in course of formation for number of
years past, under the personal supervision
of Judson T. Gull and Ferdinand Schmidt,
has commenced business at No. 344 D
street. The new company has added to the
ordinary title company business that of
securing bonds of trustees. etc, and manag-
ing investments and estates. The officers
are Judson T. Gull president; George E.
Hamilton, vice president; Samuel Cross,
treasurer, and Ferdinand Schmidt, secre-
tary. and the directors the above officers,
with Hugh T. Taggart, Reginald Fendall
Michael ]. Colbert, Charles w. Darr, Ed
ward F. Droop and Thomas SomervilIe.
Evening star., 1896-09-26

Cardinal Satolli was entertained at a
farewell dinner by Cardinal Gibbons at the
archdiocesan mansion in Baltimore last
evening. 1t was. of course. very elegant
affair. Mgr. Sbaretti and DIR. Rocker ac-
companied Cardinal Satolli. Among the
guests were Archbishop Redwood of New
Zealand and Mgr. Pagan of GERMANTOWN.
South Africa Both these gentlemen ac-
companied the apostolic delegate to Wash
ington, and are now his guests.
Evening star., 1896-09-26
A MOTHERS CONGRESS,
The First of It's Kind to BE Held I'm
WaahinrrOu

The first national congress of mothers
VIII be held in Washington next February
In Washington the leaders and friends OF
the movement are Mrs. Adlai Stevenson,
Mrs. John G. Carlisle, Miss Herbert, Mrs
William l.. Wilson, Mrs. Judson Harmon,
Miss Morton, Mrs. Ella Herbert Micou,
Mrs. Phoebe Hearst, Mrs. H. W. Fuller,
Mrs. A. A. Birney and Mrs. r. w. Birney.
Headquarters are open at 1900 New Hamp.
shlre avenue. The congress will consider
all subjects which relate to the home es-
pecis lily those bearing on the moral, physi.
cal ard mental training of the young Wo.
mems bodies all over the Union will be
Invited to serd delegates.
Evening star., 1896-09-26
Arranged by FanciullI
Grand selection from the opera Faust"
An Autumn Socinl.

An autumn social will be given Tuesday
evening in the lecture room of the Foundry
NJ. E. Church, corner 18th and G streets
northwest, by the board of managers of the
Methodist Home of the Aged. The pro-
ceeds of the entertainments silver offering
is solicited from all who attend-wil be
used for the benefit of the home, and all be
welcomed in the interest Of the worthy
charity. Refreshments will be on sale and
q program of interesting musical and liter
airy numbers will be rendered.
Evening star., 1896-09-26

fraud order has been issued by the Post
Office Department against Anna, alias Nina
Glcssner, alias Ida Keyser. who advertised
from various addresses in New York city
and state for husband, stating that she
was rich widow. but her relatives, to pre-
surveillance, and she asked those who an
swered her advertisements to send her
sufficient money to reach their homes. She
is an elderly woman with a husband and
six children.
Evening star., 1896-09-26
Derrick Fell on Him.

Benjamin Whips. colored laborer, Gv-
ing on 18th street. met with serious acci-
dent while at work on 21th street yesterday
afternoon. He was working about a der
rick which fell on him. The Emergency
Hospital ambulance took the injured man
to the hospital 1t was found that one
shoulder and one leg had been fractured,
and there was also a serious scalp wound.
Evening star., 1896-09-26
LOCAL MENTION.
AMUsEMENTs TONIGHT.

Academy of Music.-Joseph Hart in "a
Gay Old Boy"
Bijou Theater.-Barlow Brothers Min
stIels and Edison's Vitascope-
Grand Opera House.-"The American
Girl
Kernan's Lyceum Theater.-Miaco's City
Club.
Lafayette Square Opera House.-The Mar
velous Baldwins.
New National Theater.-"My Friend
From India"