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The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1897-05-01

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JhrTEST AND QUICKEST 1OUYs
~ .htlanta, New Orleans, NcrfeiA
Rich mond, Washington, BaltiueyA
Philadelphis, Boston, New York.
Schedule In effect Nov. 1st, 1898.
TRAINS LEAVE RALKIGH,
PIG A. M. DAILY.
Atlantis Special" Pullman Vestibxl,
for Henderson, Weldon, Peterpbura
Richmond, Washington. BaltimerS
Philadelphia, New York. and eIl poink
north. Buffet drawin9-room sleeIe,,
and Pullman coaches Atlanta to Wash,
ington, parlor cars Washington n Nev
York, Pullman sleeping car, Chester. g. q
Portsmouth. Arrives At Washi, -.
l0:45 q. m, Baltimore ID noon, Piila
dslphia $50 p. m, New York l:xS .
m. ALSO Tor Portsmouth, Norfolk. Ola
Point and local stations Geahoar1 a.
Roanoke railroad. -
11:35 A. M. DAILY.
For henderson, Weldon, BuAsih
Portsmouth, Norfolk and intermediary
stations connects ct Portsmouth, viii
Bay Line for Old Point and Baltimore,
with Norfolk and Washiuxton 9tean
boat company for Washington; vi.;
N. Y. p. and N. railroad for Philsds.
phia and points north; also 1t Weldet
with Atlantic Coast Zine for RitI
mond. Washington, Baltimore, PhiIa
delphia and New York, and With eeei
land Neck Branch for GreenyiIls
Washington and Plymouth.
Pullman sleeping car Atl.nt. T.
2:16 A. Nj. DAILY.
ATLANTA Special" Pullman Vest!bel
Tor Southern Pines, Hamlet. Wilmins
ton, Monroe, Charlotte, LineolntcS
Shelby, Chester, Clinton, Greenwoas
Abbeville, Athens, Atlanta, Aususts
Columbia, Macon, Montgomery. Mobile
New Orleans, Chattanooga. NaahviII.
Memphis and all points south an
southwest; through Pullman BuRs
sleepers and day coaches WashinSts.
and Atlanta, connecting directly ;
Union depot, Atlanta, with diverstr.
tines; also Pullman sleeping car Ports
month to Chester, 8. G.
3:34 P. M. DAILY.
For Wilmington, Charlotte, Chss 10,
Greenwood. Athens, Atlanta and 81
intermediats stations. Connects .
Union station Atlanta, with diverxta,
lines. Pullman sieeepinS ear Psr&s
mouth to Atlanta
TRAIN LEAVE RALEIGH:
$40 P. NJ. DAILY.
From Norfolk, Portsmouth a.,
points north via Bay Line and n. I. >
and n. r. r.. Petersburg, Richness.
and Washington, Baltimore, PhilaSas
phis, New York and Boston, also frsg
Grsenvil'e, Plymouth, Washinxtoz. 9
e and eastern Carolina, points vi,
Weldon
11:35 A. NJ. DAILY.
Atlantis Special" Pullman Vestibvt,
trom Atlanta and points seutA
.thens. Abbeville, Greenwood snl
Chester.
1895 A. II. DAILY.
FROM Charlotte, Athens, AtIanta an
Intermediate stations.
2:16 A. NJ. DAILY.
"A tlenta Special" from Norfssk
Portsmouth, Henderson, Weldon, Mel
nond, Washington, Baltimore. pail.
le!phia. New York and the eass.
Magnificent Pullman vsstibxisI
.Tsins. No extra fare.
Apply to ticket agent, or -
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Raleigh, II. o.
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The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1897-05-01

NEW YORK, APRIL 30.-Fi0ar moderately
active, c osing sleadier; gay mil patents
-. 90a4.60; do. Clear A.7Oa4.Sj: Minnesota pat
winter patents $4.85a4.90; do. straights "a. 05s
425; do. winter extras $3.3503.SO; winter low
grades 81 75a2 So
Evening star., 1897-03-31
SUB URBAN NEWS
ANACOsTIA.

The work of planting the poles for the Capital
Railway COmpanys line through Anacostia came
to sudden stop yesterday afternoon, and a report
gained wide circulation that this was the
result OF injunction said to have been sued out
by President II. A. Griswold Of the Anacostia and
Potomac Railroad Company, whose tracks. 1t Is al
legged. President Randle Of the Capital Railway
Company proposes to replace with rails of his own
selection. As the case now stands a large number
Of holes each as big in circumference as sugar
barrel. have been dug in the sidewalk both sides
of Monroe street. and unless speedily filed up will
be. us indeed they already are, u serious menace
TO the safety Of pedestrians.
When asked last evening by a Star reporter II he
had taken any legal steps to prevent the erection
of the poles above mentioned President Griswold re-
piled: Il have not. l am more anxious to secure
rapid transit for AnacOstia than any other citizen,
and during a residence here of twenty four years
have never done Anacostia single injury. But
do not want and will not consent to the laying Of
Ta %a hGn thss rat y
peat. have taken no steps to stop the erection Of
Mr.. William A. Simpson, veteran Of the civil
war. and since then a soldier In the regular army,
died very suddenly yesterday morning at his home
left widow-his second wife-and two children by
his first wife. The funeral will take place Thurs
Bells cemetery. near Forestvile, Md. Services at
the house will be conducted by Rev. q. Q. Isaac.
by members Of Logan Post, G. A. r., with which
Mr.. Simpson connected.
Mrs. Sadie Eileen Poates has received n handsome
prize from, theIarish Choir Publishing Company Of
Boston for the composition by her of music to the
hynn. Savior, Breathe an Evening Blessing -
Mrs. Poates has recently received number Of
invitations to play the organ in as many churches
in Washington. but declined on account Of other
engagements.
The Ladies' Aid Society of AnacOstia NJ E.
Church have had the parsonage repanted and the
furniture completely renovated for the use of the
pastor and his family. They also supplied a
number of articles which had become worn out by
usage, but which were needed for the comfort of
the occupants of the house.
The monthly meeting of the Ladies Missionary
Society of the Anacostia Baptist Church held
yesterday, and some arrangements made for rep
resentatOn at the meeting of the national society
to be held in Washington about two weeks hence.
The Christian EndeavOr Society of the church met
last evening, but business Of public Importance
was, it stated, transacted.
Mr.. Joseph BadenOch of Chicago brother Of the
chief of police Of that city, who has been visiting
Rev. Hugh r. Stevenson, has gone to Washington
for brief stay.
Mrs. Jessie Darling Iefingwel of New York is
visiting her parents. Mr. and Mrs, Darling,
Evening star., 1897-03-31
RIVERDALE.

Mr.. Harry Fowler is again at home, after q
temporary residence in Washington.
Mrs. Berkholder, whose condition has been so
the community. is much better, and strong hopes
of her ultimate recovery entertained.
Mr.. Howard Walkers marriage to Miss May
Browning of this county Is announced take
place april g.
The Maryland Republican Editorial Association
Will meet April II at IL aia. at the Shoreham, in
Washington After business is completed the
entire organization will be the guests of Mr.. b.
IL. Warner OF the Montgomery Press.
J. +. kemlcr, living Williamsport. will
this spring establish an experimental beet farm
The experiment will he watched with interest as
many farmers have sgniiied their intention to
engage III this industry should MIR. kemers
pertinent prove to be successful. Attention las
frequently been called line mari soils of
lower Prince Georges county anu the lands Of
southern Maryland generally, and the test of beet
culture for sugar purposes is in the percentage of
of the vegetable. An ANALYSIS of the soil of Irince
Georges county during the Harrison administra-
tion showed remarkable fitness for the growth
CT the sugar beet.
The Columbia and Maryland railway is dragging
Its length along In this direction. The organiZa-
tion committee of the railway has succeeded, it
is stated, in raising $3un,JOO with which to pay
back obligations TO contractors who have demand
cd seEte satisfactory guarantee for their money
1t is stated upon good authority that III. railway
company Will shortly issue 5000 100 Of second
bonds
Mr.. Robert Mangum is making improvements in
of his houses with view to occupying 1t
hin self, and Mr.. Charles c. Wilson, station agent
will occupy Mr.. Manynm's present residence as
Mrs Wilson's health is sufficiently re-
covered for her removal.
Mr. and Mrs. 7. Ray Wiley of Washington were
guests of Col. McGee Sunday.
Evening star., 1897-03-31
RANDOLPH.

Mr.. J. W. Brown of Brooklyn, " Y, has been
visiting his son. Mr.. A. A. Brown Of Randolph.
Mrs Albert Scott and son Of kcnsnston Nd,
have returned home from visit to her parents,
Mr. and Mrs John Knoch of Spring Lake Park.
Mr.. Thomas Curlin, venerable citizen OF this
community is critically ill at his residence, on tbs
Georgetown and Rockville turnpike.
Miss R0salie Muncaster of Rockville is spending
several days ut Royston,sthe guest of Mrs. Z. c.
Stevens
Mrs. Julia Zepp has returned from fortnight S
visit 70 Washington relatives
Mr. Franklin @. Muught who has been suffering
from an acute attack Of the grip. is steadily re-
covering thoug, still confined to the house.
Miss Mary Jefferson is the guest of Mrs. Chls.
Clngett.
j. Abby Henderson, trustee, on Saturday last
offered at public sale the George Huddleston farm
Bethesda Park, on which is located the Mont
sOinery .old mines. No acceptable bid being made
Ii sale not effected.
Mr. Charley Platt has returned from week
visit in upper Montgomery.
Mrs. Albrecht Meme has been summoned to the
bedside of her aunt, Mrs Greaves, who is criti-
c.lly ill at Sligo. Md.
Mr.. Samuel Slater of Boston was among the
visitors at Randolph
Miss Mary Magruder, who has been spending
portion Of the winter with her sister. Mrs. John
N;1ley of Washington, has returned home.
Mr.. Camden Mowatt and wife and Miss Mary
Mowatt OF Washington visiting Postmaster
Gas. Windlam.
Evening star., 1897-03-31
REL.

The iron works of ex-Congressman Coffin, located
at Murkirk, shO-t distance below here, are
closed down. Lack of orders and a surplus of
stock are said to be the for the shutting
down Of the works. 1t is possible, though, that
they may be resumed In the near future.
Mr.. William p. Kennedy of North Laurel has
IN the bench show to be held In Baltimore tonior-
row.
Miss Pearl Minor, formerly of LAUREL but now
a resident Of Columbia Ohio has been spending
several days during the week with Miss Jean
Crane here.
Misses Claudia and Nora Donaldson of Washing
ton were the guests Of relatives here recently.
Mr.. Edward Whiteside of Washington was the
guest of his father, Mr.. John ". whiteside during
the week..
Miss Jennie Tubbs of Glen Burnie. Aune Arundel
county, is spending the week with her cousin, Mrs.
George n Goosby.
Lieut.. Horace G. WhItworth of the revenue cut
toy service, who has been the guest here for more
than n week past Of his daughter, Mrs. Walter A.
Milstead, left Monday for Seattle, Wash from
which point he viii start on cruise to the seal
fisheries of Alaska.
Naval Officer Barnes Compton and family are ex-
pccted to return to their home, '.Ihe Lawn" here
about the middle Of April. They have been sperd-
ing the winter in Baltimore.
Mr.. and Mrs. Stephen GambrfIl, who have been
1st Of April to Beaumont" their country nlace
near Laurel.
Miss Blanche A. Baldwin gave q reception 1,,es-
day evening to meet Miss Olive Leady Of Younrs-
tewn, Ohio. After The reception elaborate col
lation was served. Among those who were present
D. NJ. Fisher Mrs Annie Hearn, Mrs. A. ~ Bond.
Mrs. e p. Baldwin, Mrs Karl Hnrly Mr. W A.
Roberts, Mr.. e. ~. Flannery, NJ James r. fsarlev
and Mr.. George NJ Bond.
Evening star., 1897-03-31
kENSINGTON.

Mr.. Merrick Sloan of Warren, Ohio, is visiting
his sister, Mrs. L. A. Langle.
Miss Mary Palmer OF New York and Miss Louise
Hastings Of Chicago have been visiting at the
home of Mr.. b. II. Warner
Miss Margaret Waters OF Brookville is the guest
Of the Misses Ray at the Highlands
Miss Katherine Gaskins of Washington is spend
ing few days with her sister, Mrs. +. II. Dnnt.
Miss Mary Louise Harr returned Saturday from
ten weeks visit in Clear Springs and Balm
The annual reception OF Rev. James L. Marshall
will be held at the home of Mr.. ]. W. Townsend
"Wednesday, April I. The committee having it
Mr. Marshall is about to enter upon his fourth
year US pastor of the Warner Memorial Presby-
teran Church During the period OF his pastorate
the growth of the church, both spiritually ard
financially. has more than fulfilled the expecta-
tions of the most sanguine of its members v hile
Mr. Marshall himself has attained weII-dese->ed
popularity, both us a preacher and as worker
Miss Mollie Thomas is spending a fortnight
with her brother In Baltimore.
DIR. Eugene Jones Is visiting in StauntOn, Va.
Mrs L. n Parke of washington was the guest
of her daughter, Mrs. j. ii. Massey, Sunday.
Miss Birdie Russell is spending several days in
AT u meeting of the Kings Messengers, held Sun
semi annual election of officers held, with
the following RESULT Miss Irene Brown, president;
Miss Mken s vice president Miss Gase
secretary. The subject for the day was Mexico
and Guatemala and after the usual opening
ercises and election Of officers the following read
fngs were given the subject: Mexico IF Long
Ago" Miss Flora Warren Smith, Some Queer
Room in Mexico" Miss Minnie Hutchinson; All
Souls Day., Miss May Massey; "A Little Song. +"
Miss Grace Dorian. The report for the year
showed that SIS had been sent to foreign mis-
siOns; $40 given toward rebuilding the church
tower and about so hand
The butterfly social given at the home Of Mr..
William Calhoun for the organ fund OF the St.
Paufs NJ f. Church netted about SIS. The house
was Well filed many visitors coming from Wash
ingtOn. The program opened by an instrumental
solo by Mrs. Fannie Higgins, Miss Louise Irwin Of
Washington sang Don't Be Cross recitation.
Prince Erics Christ Maid,' Mrs. r. NJ. Moore;
vocal duet. Mr. Marion Dorian and Mr.. +. l.. Cal
houn; violin solo, Miss Augusta Swami OF WASH
ipgton, and reading by Mrs. Flora Gould.
Previous to the Thursday evening prayer meeting
at the Warner Memorial Prcsbyteri Church
election Of Sunday school officers will be held.
After the meeting important meeting Of the
members Of the Christian EndeiyOr Society will
be held, at which n full attendance is desired.
The grounds surrounding the town hall have
been much improved during the past week by
grading and planting OF trees.
Mr.. b. II. Warner has begun the erection Of
several houses In North Kensington.
Evening star., 1897-03-31
TO PROTECT FISH AND GAME.
Conference Of the Governor With
Those Intrusted With the Duty.

Gov. Lowndes of Maryland held a con-
ference recently with Commander Tur-
ner OF the oyster navy, the two state fish
commissioners, Messrs. Tawes and Gnagey;
Game Warden j. Olney Norris, Deputy
Game Warden George W. Massamore and
others interested in the subject in regard
to the rigid enforcement of the game and
fish laws of the state.
1t was decided that for the enforcement
OF the fish laws the boats of the oyster
navy should be used, and Gov. Lowndes di-
rected Commander Turner to see that the
orders We're carried out. DR. Massamore,
the chief deputy game warden, will ac-
company Commander Turner and oirect in
person the enforcement of the laws regard
ing fish preservation. The size of the mesh
in the nets used by the fishermen will be
carefully examined and great care will be
taken to See that the law of 1896. prohibit
ing the setting of nets within certain dis
tances of the Shores shall be obeyed. and
that unlawful nets shall not be used.
The game warden and Fish Commissioner
GLagey were instructed to see to the en-
forcement of the fish laws in the rivers
and streams of the western section OF the
state, while Fish Commissioner Tawes and
Deputy Warden Massamore will look out
for the eastern shore streams.
Gov. Lowndes notified the fish commits
sioners and game wardens that they were
expected TO see to the rigid enforcement of
the laws, and that they could depend upon
the executive to aid them in every way
possible.
Evening star., 1897-03-31
BRIGHTWOOD.

Surveying for the proposed extension Of the
Brightwood railway was commenced yesterday
morning, under the supervision of Mr.. c. ]. Mad
dox. The present intention is to follow the turn
pike from the existing terminus ut North Takoma
to point short distance beyond Woolside, Md.
and then to await the development Of the talkcd-of
plan OF a line to Baltimore.
HE commissioners have received and now
considering bids for the construction of a sewer
to drain he VI Hey of Piney branch.
"A Quiet Smoke, the comedy recently produced
by u company Of the young people of Eriehtwood.
is to be repeated at the Tukoma Hal, Friday.
April 8.
Mrs George Bushee of Hyattsville. nee Miss
Edna kc.ne of Brigltwood entertained a party of
yeung folks from Brightwood recently. The trip
Mas made in Il large wagon packed with straw.
Those composing the party Misses Gertie,
Matte and Kate Ray, Miss Ella Henderson. Miss
Ella keene, Miss Bessie Clayton and Messis. John,
Charley and Enoch Ray, W. a. Knowles and
The summer made their first appearance on
the Brightwood line Sunday in a new coat of green.
The cars are exceedingly handsome and the crews
have received strict orders 10 keep them
Friday evening the Misses Ray gave a card
party in honor of their guest Miss Ella Henderson
OF Sandy Spring, Md
attack of grip Of some weeks duration.
The pulpit at Emory Chapel was filled Sunday
preaching owing to the absence of Rev. IL. NJ.
Reed at coiferen,e was dispensed with,
The Christian EndeayOr service was the last un
der the present officers incumbency, and was led
by the outgoing president. Mr.. Theodore Thomas.
lis remarks were appropriate TO The occasion and
were listened to with interest 10y quite a large
congregation. 1t was conservation meeting. and
wing this and the fact of there being no
church services to follow. the meeting was un-
usually long. Next Sunday Miss Anna MacElwee
will lead on the topic. lessons From Christ's
Miracles commencing at Gas, later than here
tofore.
Mr.. Willard Keene. well known here, and until
recently resident, left today for North Carolina
where he vii. hold lucrative position assayist
in the gold mines recently discovered and now to
be developed.
All persons having parts in the Easter service
requested by Mr. w. f. Nalley, the leader, to
he present ut his residence Brightwocd avenue
this evening to rehearse.
Evening star., 1897-03-31

Florence Huss; IF Were a knight of the
Olden Time" Mr. John s Barnes: Sobbing
Quartet. Mrs. Huss. Mrs. Dent. Prof. Law
renee and Mr.. VIM. Scantlebury. Accom-
panists. Misses Mae Higgs and Miss Julie
Won Entrees.
Nine. Calve will come to the Columbia
Theater in concert early in May. She will
be surrounded with strong company. and
In addition to a concert program will give
one act Of one of the operas in which she
has made such pronounced success. As
long as Washington cannot have Italian
opera this season IL is gratifying TO know
that the greatest actress the operatic
stage will visit this city.
One of the most ENJOYABLE musicales of
The season was given Friday evening at
Sanders d Staymans establishment on r
street by the pupils of Mrs. Carrie Kidwell
Stewart, voice, and Mrs. G.. ID. Brown. pia-
TO. A large and fashionable audience was
present. and each number was accorded the
heartiest kind of a welcome. The program
" as an exceedingly long one. embracing
twenty-seven numbers but its length was
forgotten in the enjoyment its features af-
forded. Those who participated were: Miss
Ada Rous. Miss Myrtle p. Smith. Miss Meta
Altschu. Miss Matilda Rochon. Miss Lillian
Pearson and Master Janvier Lindray pian-
lists. and Mrs. l.. 4. Stewart, Miss Selby,
Mrs. MacNab, Miss Widaman. Miss Sneider
Mrs. w Walker, Miss Bernhard, Miss Roberts
Mrs. Heitinger. Mrs. Smith, Miss Tilton,
mrs Davis. Miss Hendricks. Miss Fletcher,
Miss Mercy, Miss Pond. Mrs. Sewart, Mr.
White, Miss Altschu. Miss Miles, Mrs.
keppler and MISS Wade, vocalists
An enjoyable musicale was given at the
Ardmore on 14th street Saturday evening.
he program provided for the entertain
ment OF the large number of guests who
were present was enjoyable and was par
tlcipated in by Miss Nirgie Warrenton, Mrs
Mary l.. Parker, piansts. Miss Eddie Pos
ten, soprano: Master Robert Rafter. violin
list: Mr.. George Chandlee. cornetist and a
mandolin club. consisting OF Mrs Kings
man. Edna kingsman, John f. Hall, Mrs.
Parker, Robert Rafter
Evening star., 1897-03-31
GATHER SBURG.

The dwelling of the late James II. C1agett near
town, was sold Saturday by Attorney C. W. Pretty
man to Messrs John Z. and Edmund Clagett The
price paid was $525.
Active preparation WAS made Sunday morning by
the Sunday school at Epworth NJ Z. Churc. for the
observance of Easter. The Stone Rolled Away
is the program selected and parts We're assigned
to the scholars by Superintendent j. L. Burns.
Cen Allan Rutherford and family have returned
to their country place. after spending the winter
il, Washington.
Rev. James d. Rayfeld of the Baptist Church
filled the pulpit of Rev l.. l.. Lloyd at the NJ. l.
Church Soith Sunday, in Lis absence ut conference
in Staunton, Va
At the annual meeting OF the Ladies' Aid Society
OF Epworth NJ. Il. Church, held at the home OF
Mrs. E. u. Kingsley. the following were elected
officers for the year: President. Mrs. W. ID. BeaI
vice president, Mrs. Z. c. Poole; secretary. Mrs.
Alice V. Plummer: treasurer, Mrs Z. d. Kingsley.
new temperance organization was instituted by
Miss Parepa Walker. the district superintendent.
to be Known Pioneer Juvenile Temple, lnde-
pendent Order of Good Teinplars. There egn-
teen charter members received and the selection of
officers resulted: e. T., James Lodge; '. T., Lena
Poole secretary, G. $. Reed; y. S.. Vester Sterick
T.. Forest Walker; M, Harry Aniss ID. Nj, Bo-
land Walker; chaplain, Harry Walker; e., Edgar
Sterck; sentinel. Miliie Day: Z. c. r. Mamie
Amiss Miss +. Jernie Waters is in charge Of the
temple az supt rntendt nt and weekly meetings are
be held for temperance instruction of the men,
bers.