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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
WILL RETIRE TOMORROW.
Col. 4. G. Robinson to Give Up Act
Service In the Army.

Col. 4. G. Robinson to Give Up Active
Service In the Army.
Col. Augustus G.. Robinson, assistant
ouartermaster general, will be placed on
the retired list of the army tomorrow on
his own application under the forty years
service clause. He is a native of Maine
and was graduated at the Military Acad-
envy in July, 1853. After few years SER
vice in the artillery branch, he was trans
ferred to the quartermaster's department
In February. 1868. serving there throughout
the war and since. He reached his present
grade Of colonel in September, 1885,
His retirement and the promotions con-
seQuent thereon leave vacancy in the
list Of captain and assistant quartermaster.
u hich was filled today by the appointment
Of First Lieutenant John Baxter, IT, Of
the 9th Infantry. Captain Baxter was born
In New Jersey and was graduated from the
Military Academy in July. '73. He has al
ways served In the infantry and was ap-
pointed first lieutenant Of the 9th Infantry
In February. 1855.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
south Washington Citizen.

The South Washington Citizens Associa-
ton held quite an interesting meeting in
st. Dominic's Hail last night President
Jas. F. Shea called the meeting 10 order
pre- mptly at S O'Clock. there being quite
large audience present to hear the reports
OF the dlHerent committees. The report
or the street improvement committee Was
very elaborate. and shows that South
Washington has in the past received some
street improvements but not as much as
the citizens believe they are entitled to-
A few of The committees did not report
a. this meeting. The treasurer's report
stows handsome balance to the credit
of the association.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
DEATH OF JUDGE NOAH
He Passed Away Suddenly Last Mid
night.
A Career Marked by Distinguished
Ability and Ffdelity-Long Service
in Journalism and ONCE.

Judge ]. J. Noah died Of heart failure at
midnight last night at his residence, 1905
Q street, after an illness Of several weeks.
The funeral will be held Saturday after
noon at o'clock, under the auspices of
Lincoln Post, G. A. R., and the remains
will be inferred at Arlington.
Judge Noah has been one of the best
Known figures in newspaper and official
circles Of Washington since the war. He
was member of the Gridiron Club, has
been connected with a number of newspa-
pers. and has held various positions in the
departments. He was appointed clerk of
the War Department under Secretary Ram
say. and was designated by the President
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
Government Bonds.
Quotations reported by Corson & Macart-
har MI
baltimore Mnrkefs.

BALTIMORE. Nd October 14.-F1our dull, I'M
ekanged-reeeipts. l0.636 barrels; exports isis
barrels; sales, 215 barrels. Wheat STEADY at de-
elines.No red. spot and October, 9slsa95E
November, 95h bad; December, 9Ss.a96; steamer
No. red. 901sas0s; southern, by sample, 9la97;
do on grade, slIsa96,4 -recepts. 5000 bushels:
exports. $4,000 bushels; stock, e1a955 bushels;
October. siasIM; November SLASH: new or old.
November December, 0Oxa31; January silva
s4a55; do. yellow. s4aS6-reeeipts, %. III bushels
cxports, 59.98s bushels; stock, 710.s6l bushels;
saies 16O00 b shells. Oats hrm-No. white
9e4a27; No. mixed. q. saies-receipts, S,s2i
bssbeas; stock. 4l3.c60 baahelA. Rye krm-No .
ls.2zS bushels; stock, l23.S0o buskels Hay STEADY
choice timothy. s11s$ls.6o. Grain freie6ts quiet
Butter arm, unchanged Eggs nm. unchanged
Cbeece steady. unchanged WHISKY unchanged.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
TROUBLE AT WEST SUPERIOR, WIS.
Warrants Out for Arrest of Members
of Town Board.

WEST SUPERIOR. Wis. October II
Court Commissioner Kellogg last night
signed warrants for the arrest of Frank
DESMOND chairman. Martin Kornstad anu
John Matthews, members of the town board
of supervisors of the town of Superior
All are charged with embezzlement and
conversion to their own of town funds.
This is the fifth lot of warrants issued
in connection with the Superior affairs. The
first came when Charles G. Gillet, the
treasurer. refused to turn over the money
and records of the town He is now out on
bail on the charge of embeZzling the entire
tax levy of last year. amounting to $37 900.
The new warrants are sworn out by Wal
ter H. Carter 1t is alleged that the most
sensational charges are yet 10 come.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
CANADIAN ROUTE TO YUKON.
Ten Days From Victoria, Ii. c., to
Dawson City.

SAN FRANCISCO. Cal. October 14.-In-
formation has just been received that the
Canadian Pacific railway has placed two
corps OF surveyors with a view of opening
up the Stickeen river route to the Yukon
mines From the mouth of the river to the
point at which the road down the Yukon
will begin there are said to be no engin-
eerins difficulties. and it is believed the line
can be kept open seven months in the year
II is proposed to run line of fast steamers
from Victoria for Fort Wrangel
Steam vessels can run up The Stickeen
river for 1i3 miles. From this point a
Railroad will be built to Teslin Lake, l25
miles further. Light-dra ught steamers
VIII be placed Oh the Yukon, and 1t is be-
iieved that Dawson City may be reached
in ten days from Victoria. or thirteen days
from San Francisco
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14

Upon the resumption of the trial after
recess counsel for the defense moved to
take the case from the jury, addressing
Themselves to the law governing the ques-
ton Of assault with intent to commit rape
Chief Justice Bingham overruled the mo-
ton, remarking that the case seemed to be
in the same condition as when motion
was made at the close of the govern
ment's case to take the case from the jury
on the first count, that charging the COM
mission of the graver offense
Mr.. Shillington then made the opening ad-
dress to the jury, claiming that the gov
eminent had established Cars guilt be-
yond any doubt whatever, and that he
should be convicted.
Mr.. O'Loughlin, Of counsel for the de-
Tense, followed Mr.. Shillington, demanding
a verdict of not guilty. The case will be
concluded tomorrow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
Notes of the Army,

The following changes of station of Of
ficers of the quartermaster's department
have been ordered: Capt. r. r. Stevens.
from San Francisco to Fort Sam Houston.
Texas; Capt. John 7. French jr, from
Washington, D. c.. to Columbus barracks $.
Ohio; Capt. c. b. Thompson. from Column
bus barracks to San Francisco.
Lieut.. Edgar Jadwin, Corps of Engineers.
reported at the War Department today for
duty in the office of chief of engineers as
assistant to Capt. Jos. E Kuhn. in charge
OF correspondence pertaining to fortIfica-
tons. He is residing at 22d and II streets.
Capt. w. T. Wood, 18th Infantry passe
through here today on his way to his sta
ton.
Lieut.. w. H. Bean. ID Cavalry, and Lieut.
p. F. Taggart, 9Th Infantry, are at the
Ebbitt on leave of absence.
Capt. Ashton b. Heyl. assistant surgeon.
has been granted two months leave of
absence.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
TRASk WILL GO FREE.
Prosecution on Charge of Embezxle-
meEt Will Be Dropped.

HALIFAX, N s. October 14-WIllis A.
Trask of Wallingford, Com, who was ar
rested here last Monday on the charge of
embezzling various sums aggIegating 5000,
is to escape prosecution
When he is arraigned in the county court
tomorrow his counsel, Joseph Frame, will
ask for the prisoners discharge and the
motion will not be opposed The explana-
ton given here is that everything has been
arranged by Trask's friends in Wallingford
and that neither the borough authorities
nor the bank officers will push the case any
further
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14

ist The record IL made up and may safe
" be committed to the judgment of pos
terity.
But we cannot part with you as an active
member Of the court without the fervent
expression of the hope that you may be
SHARED for many years to enjoy the repose
you have so thoroughly earned, and the
commenda ton bestowed on good and faith
fol service. We are. dear brother Field.
Your afYectionate brethren Melville w. Full
Ter, John NJ. Harlan, Horace Gray, David
J. Brewer. Henry 3. Brown George Shiras.
IT. E. ID. White, II. w. PeckhaIn.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
M. M. Holland Rein.tated.

M. M. Holland has been reinstated In the
Treasury Department as an s. 800 clerk in
the office of the auditor for the Post Once
Department. The appointment goes into
effect tomorrow.
It is ultimately intended to restore Mr..
Holland to his former position of chief OF
division. The clerkship to which he has
been reinstated was the one to which he
was reduced from chief of division during
the Cleveland administration. and from
which he was At last removed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
SPANISH TROOPS FOR CUBA.
Five Thousand to Go This Month
Earthquake at Granada.

MADRID. October 14-Reinforcements of
Spanish troops for Cuba are being hurried
forward by the military authorities. About
$500 additional soldiers will leave Spain
for that island before the end of the pres
ent month
There was a severe earthquake at Ora
Eada and Andalusia at o'clock yesterday
afternoon. The oscillations were from
north to south and lasted several seconds
The inhabitants of the city were panic
stricken.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14

PORTLAND. ore. October 14.-Francis
SeaIy. government tea inspector. yesterday
condemned $50 chests of tea which arrived
from the orient on the steamship Mon
mOufhshire. Several days ago he con-
demned 422 chests consigned to a Chicago
firm The entire lot was found to be old.
trashy tea, UNIT for use.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
NOVELTY IN THE SOUTH.
Opening u Long Distance Telephone
This Afternoon.

The first long distance telephone run in
to the south will be opened this afternoon
with ceremonies, in which Secretary Gage
will take part. The telephone runs to Man
chester. Va, just across the river from
Richmond, and connects that city with
the commercial cities of the east and west
Secretary Gage will make a short talk over
the phone to an assemblage of about forty
Manchester business men, including the
mayor, in which he will congratulate them
on this addition of quick communication
with the rest Of the world.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
Lady Bicyclfsts Collide.

There was a bicycle collision on 14th
street northwest between v and w streets,
about 4:3O o'clock yesterday afternoon.
Mrs. Siaymaker of TT 18th street and Mrs
Muller of 240S 14th street were the partici-
pants. The former received painful injuries
to her head and body and had to be sent
he me in a carriage, while Mrs. Muller was
but slightly injured.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
Reservation Appraiser. Appointed.

The Secretary Of the Interior has appoint
&c F. B. Reynolds Of Hagerstown. Ind,
special Indian agent: also the following
appraisers Of abandoned military reser-
vattons: Oliver c. Apologize and Rufus S.
Moere. Fort Klamath Reservation. Oregon;
Edwin 8. Archer and George w. Ruther-
ford. Fort McDermft Reservation, Nevada:
Ezra F. Barnes and Hamilton Mccain
Fort Halieck Reservation. Nevada; Charles
n. Scrihnsr and Alvin W. Eager, Fort
Fied Steele, Wyoming.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
SMASHED THE EGGS
An Accident Last Night on the Surf,
rn 81 t..s ,.s-


- ~ q: Trucks. 81: 3 AZ 5s =
There was an accident on the surface
tracks of the Pennsylvania Railroad Com
pany on Virginia avenue ABOUT 8 o'clock
last night. wagon. was demoiishedi and
the affair caused a little excitement for a
few minutes. because 1t was thought that
the driver had been killed. 1t appears that
James pevaughn, the owner of the outfit.
had left his horse standing on Virginia ave
nue. while he was in a store attending to
some business The animal became restless
and strayed away, entering upon the tracks
at I'd street. Just before the corner of I'd
street was reached there appeared a pas
senger train. The engineer saw the team,
but it was too late to prevent an accident.
Fortunately, the horse had turned from the
track on which the train was moving, so
that only the wagon was struck In the
vehicle was a crate of thirty dozen eggs,
and this was oea.royed, with the wagon.
The horse escan-d unhurt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
BOLTS GEORGES PLATFORM.
Col. Dayton Will Not Accept All It's
Decla Ha TONS.

Col. Dayton VIII Not Accept All It's
Declarations.
NEW YORK, October IA peculiar fea-
tIre of the political situation is that while
Mr.. Dayton has accepted the nomination
of controller on the George ticket, ne an
nounces that he does not stand upon the
platform of the Jeffersonian democracy.
The cnasm thus created is bridged by the
declaration of the Georgeite managers that
the campaign committee long ago came to
the conclusion that the office of controller
was not a political one.
Mr.. Dayton said today that the issue ne
would make in his campaign would be that
of personal liberty versus political tyranny.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14

The Secretary of the Interior has ,e-
ported to the Secretary of War that the
necessity for the presence of the military at
Tuskahoma, Okla, and at Fort Hall. Ida
no, has ceased to exist, and has recon-
mended the withdrawal of the cavalry
troop stationed at each point
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14

Deputy Commissioner Of Pensions Dayen-
port returned to the city today from a
vacation of three weeks, which he spent
in New Hampshire.
w. H. Sprenger, private secretary Of the
assistant secretary of the interior. has re-
turned from his vacation, which he spent
in Pennsylvania, accompanied by Mrs.
Sprenger.
cate geneiH department is on nuase visit adV to
this city.g,He was at the War Department
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
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SSSretATy Bliss House.

couplc Of weeks ago Secretary Bliss
leased house NossI'93o 10th street northwest,
being located a{ the northwest corner o:
10Th and X streets. This lease was made
through misunderstanding regarding the
term of the lease held by Eugene B. Gran
din. who has occupied the premises for
some time. Explanations have followed,
and Mr.. bliss mas moved from the house
which he| bceupffd about two weeks. and
is now at, the Arlington. He has not vet
taken ah3ther blouse. When he does 40
his family win join him here.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14

VICTORIA. B. c., October 14.-Col. Ma
than Smith will leave here tomorrow In the
bark Colorado, with one hundred tons Of
provisions and several head of horses and
cattle for Dawson City. There will be fifty
men in the party. They will go over the
Dalton trail, taking their goods through on
sleighs.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14

The Hohob Scholom Hebrew Cemetery
Association of the District of Columbia was
Incorporated today by articles filed by
David NJ. Goldsmith. Hyman Gewirz Da-
vid Notes and Wolf Lesser of this city and
Nd
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
FILIBUsTERs JOIN REGO.
Another Expedition Lands Safely In
Cubn-POliticnI Prisoners Released.

Cubn-Politicnl Prisoners Released.
HAVANA, via Key West, Fla. October
14.-It is reported in official circles that a
fiibustering expedition including Jose Lo-
reto Cepero. an American citizen and four
teen others, has been landed at the en-
trance of the river Alimao, province of Santa
Clara, and has succeeded in Joining the in
surgent forces commanded by Rego.
General Weyler, the retiring captain gen.
eral. has granted amnesty to forty-six
more political prisonersi including sew
eral women. who have been interned on
the Isle of Pines.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
MILLIoNAIREs AR EBARRED.
Ohio Democratic Legislative Candi-
dates All Make IA Pledge.

Special Dispatch TO The Evening Star.
CLEVELAND, Ohio, October 14.-An
democratic candidates to the Legislature to-
day signed pledge, agreeing to vote for
no candidate for the United States Senate
who was either a millionaire or a monopo-
list. This move is intended as an attack
on the senatorial aspirations Of John R.
Mclean and Tom L. Johnson.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
sCHARF,s SENSATIONAL CHARGE.
Says officials Wink at Illegal Adj
mission of Chinese.

NEW YORK, October 14-Col. ]. Thos.
Scharf, who was appointed to the position
of Chinese inspector of the southern dis
trict of New York in 1893, and who has
forwarded his resignation to the Secretary
of the Treasury, to take effect tomorrow,
gives as his reason for his action his de-
sire to engage in the practice of law. He
admits, however, that it is because of the
constant warfare he has had in admins
tering the duties of his Office, and expresses
the opinion that the Chinese exclusion act
as at present carried out is farce.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
OPPOSED TO SILVER.
London Business Men Address n LET
ter to the Government

LONDON, October 1.-THE Times, in its
financial article this morning, announces
that letter is being signed by a majority
OF the leading men of the city expressing
their grave objections to any movement by
the government in the direction of bimetal-
ism, and adds: As the governments an
swer to the American commissioners is ex-
pected to be given within few DAYS there
is no time to be lost"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
% Awarded Damages.

A verdict OF 900 damages has been
awarded Major Charles B. Throckmorton
In New York on charge Of libel The de-
cision was rendered by Judge Gildersleeve
of the supreme court.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
WILL ATTEND HONOLULU RACES.
Noted American Cyclists to Take Part
In Opening Event.

In Opening Event.
SAN FRANCISCO, Cal, October H.
The opening of the new cycling track at
Honolulu next month has attracted the
attention of California riders, and three of
the most prominent will leave here this
afternoon on the steamer Monwai, accom-
panied by the trick rider, Harry Fowler.
Those who will so are George Sharock
of Tacoma, champion of the coast; A. N.
Jones. the Olympic Club crack, and D. E.
Whitman of Los Angeles.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL.

The following are the opening, the high
est and the lowest and the closing prices Of
the New York stock market today. as re-
ported by Corson & Mccartney. members
New York stock exchange. Correspondents,
Messrs- Moore & Schiey. No. 50 Broadway.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14

SNOW Storm sweeps Over Idaho.
POCATELLO, Idaho. October IA heavy
snow storm. beginning early yesterday aft
ernoon and lasting all night. has swept
over southeastern Idaho. 1t will do much
damage, as much grain and lucerne is still
out.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
Grain and cotton Market..

Furnished by ". B. Hibbs & Co., bankers
and brokers. 1927 st., members New York
stock exchange. correspondents Messrs.
Ladenburg, Thalmann & Co., New York.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14

Ex-Minister kassOn's App0intment.
Mr.. John A. Kasson. formerly member of
the House Of Representatives from Iowa,
and ex-minister to Austria. has been ap-
pointed a special agent Of the Department
Of State for the negotiation Of reciprocity
arrangements under the Dtngley tariR law.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14

j. Thomas Scharf of Baltimore has re-
signed his position as Inspector of Chinese
immigration at New York city. The Mary
land republicans who make rush to Sc
cure the position vacated by Mr.. Scharf
will he disappointed, il is announced at
the Treasury Department that the place
will not be filled; that it is not necessary
to fill it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14

to act as Secretary of War in the absence
OF the Secretary. He was associated with
the census IF 1880 and $780, and at the time
OF ms death was a member of the board of
pension anpeals
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14
Govern ,nent Recerpt..

Government receipts-From internal rev.
enue. $469.3S4; customs, $25S 152; miscel-
laneous. 81 GAG
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-10-14

and S. Domer of this city and Rev o. C
Roth OF Baltimore. was to present in person
to the board of trustees of PENNSYLVANIA
College petition asking early and full
explanation of, to quote. their course in
summary ending DIR. Baugher's longtime
ard valuable connection with the college
without any charges against him and with
cut giving him any opportunity to answer
for himsa
Today the report of the committee was
submitted.
The committee of the synod then reoort-
ed in connection with its report resolution
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-06-11
THE OBJECTION NOT GOOD.

There are people who have objections
to advertising matter in the columns OF
newspaper. The ground Of objection
IS that they do not want TO read ad-
vertisements. Now this objection is not
good, for oftentimes these advertise
ments convey valuable information.
For instance, how else would the tray
cling public learn Of the excellent din
ing car service Of the Wisconsin Cen
tral lines between ST. Paul and Chicago,
or the general comfort Of travelling over
this popular line. For particulars call
on the nearest ticket agent or address
c. Pond. G. P. A., Milwaukee, Wis.
or Geo. s. Batty, General Agent. 245
Stark street. Portland, or.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-06-11

Mr. Isaac Horner, proprietor OF the
Burton House. Burton. W. v, and
one Of the most widely known men in
the state, was cured Of rheumatism after
three years Of suffering He says: Il
have not sufficient command Of language
to convey any idea Of what I suffered,
my physicians told me that nothing could
he done for me and my friends were fully
convinced that nothing but death would
relieve me Of my suffering. In June. 1894.
Mr.. Eyens, then salesman for the Wheel
ing Drug Co., recommended Chamber.
iain's Pain Balm. 1T this time my foot
and limb we're swollen TO more than
double their normal size and It seemed
to me my leg would burst, but soon after
I began using the Pain Balm the swell
Ing began to decrease, the pain 10 leave,
and now / consider that I am entirely
cured For sale by Estes-Conn Drug ca
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-06-11
\ MATTER OF INTEREST To TRAY
ELERS.

Tourists, emIsrants and mariners dnd
that HoStetter's stomach Bitters is a
medicinal safeguard against unhealthful
influences, upon which they can implicitly
rely. since it prevents the effects that an
unhealthy climate, vitiated atmosphere.
unaccustomed or unwholesome diet. bad
water or other conditions unfavorable to
health, would otherwise produce. on long
voyages, Or journeys by land In ATTITUDES
adjacent to the equator. it is especially
useful as a preventative OF the febrile
complaints and disorders Of the stomach.
liver and bowels. which are apt to attack
natives Of the temperate zones sojourning
or travelling in such regions. and is an
excellent protection against the influence
Of extreme cold, sudden changes OF tenn
perature, exposure to damp or extreme
fatigue. 1t not only prevents intermittent
and remittent fever. and other diseases Of
a malarial type, but eradlcates them. a
fact which has been notorious for years
past in North and South America. Mex
Go, the West Indies, Australia and other