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The times., 1897-11-04
ATTACKS The PRESIDENT
Ex- Congressman Baker DenOunces
His Civil Service Policy.
Declares the Vote Tuesday Shows
the npopuiarity of Civil
Service reform.

The meeting of the Anti-Ciyil Service
Reform L eague last night was enlivened
most effectually by a quick, sharp speech
ny Hon. Henry NJ. Baker, the vice presi
dent. Mr.. Baker hit President MCKin
ley two or three rather hard raps, and
predicted that the civil service act Will be
repealed by the next session of Congress.
Mr. Bakers text in the beginning was
the defeat of the merit system question
Iii tile Maryland election. He said that
lie has employed 5000 proxies, In helping
To this victory. He believed the league
had materially aided in this fight. The
result vas overwhelming, better even shan
liad reen hoprt. for. From 10000 20 50,
600 was the majority against the merit
systarl.
I'VE must work now he said, there
is definite campaigning ahead Of US. If
the right WORK is done ! arn certain, from
what | have been told in many places,
that the civil service act will be re-
pealed
There is one other matter. / believe
that Mr.. Mckinley Will return from Ohio
Il wiser man. Mr. Mckinley had no right
to make the addition TO the rules. 1t
will now hold as law. The story OF this
new rule OF his that no officeholder may
be removed except for good and proven
reasons is an interesting one. Nobody un-
til this week would father this rule. Now
man comes forward formerly private
secretary to Mr.. Gage, now Assistant Sec
retary VanderIip, and says that he
slipped the new rule into Mr.. McKnley'e
hands for signature one day as tie was
on his way out Of the city.
MIR. Mckinley was asked about the rule
when he reacned his destination on this
trip, and said that he really didn't know
much about ii, and had signed it simply
as matter OF course. 1t was too large
a matter TO be disposed Of in such an off
hand manner.
We must tell the Republican Con-
gressmen When they come To Washington
about the Democrat W no was made archi-
tect OF the Treasury over the heads Of
TWO Republicans, who had higher mark
mgs7 and of the other unpleasant matters
that they VIII not like to hear. We must
tell the Republicans all over the country.
Mr.. Mckinley will then hear from the
Republican party, which put him where
ne is
COL nuTuds DaReT, or Tennessee; Mr..
Matthew .. Henderson, OF Texas, and Capt.
Rhodes of this city, also made speeches
that We're received with enthusiasm.
The times., 1897-11-04
GREAT REVIVAL OF INTEREST.
The Knights of Labor Membership
Rapidly Increasing.

The knights OF Labor Mehoelsiip
Rapidly Increasing.
During the last month or six weeks, nc
cording TO the reports received at head
quarters, there has been a great revival
of interest and consequent large increase
in the ranks OF the knights of Labor. This
interest, from the reports, is more evident
in the West and Middle States than in
the East, although in that section there
has also been great accessions to the or
der.
In all, during the last month or so,
there has been fourteen charters issued
10 As many newl ly-orGanized assemblies Of
the Knights of Labor. Most Of these have
been formed ia kentucky ana Tennessee,
aud are composed of miners. In New
York large assembly OF electrical workers
has been formed, aud in Texas the farmers
have organized into assemblies for various
purposes" The largest of the assemblies
formed IS probably that of the limestone
cutters III Louisville, Ky.
Master Workman \. NJ. Lawson, of Dis
trict Assembly No. 66, knights OF Labor,
left the city for Louisville, Ky, last even
ing 70 attend the annual session of the
general Iassemblyof the order OF the Knights
OF Labor. John ". Hayes, general secre-
tary-treasurer, VIII lcay for Louisville this
morning.
The times., 1897-11-04

Fresh from its success all over the country
Hopkins Trans Oceanic star Speciality Com.
pany' under TIE sole direction of Mr.. Robert
fnigora, viii begin a weeks engagements
at kernan's next Monday. The bill is
headed by the beautiful Papinta in her
marvellous Myriad Dance . 1t viii b.
the first appearance of the Karno trio. di-
re"t from the leading music halls of Eurona
They are musical grotesquers. WIN IT..
Fox, after eighteen months of phenomenal
success in London, returns to America. his
specially is satire on Paderewski. en-
titled "Paddywhiski = Others are NJ
and Mrs. Arthur Sidman, in a de!iebtfu,
comedy sketch, "A Bit Of Real Life.
Morton ana Revelle, eccentric comedy dpo
Iii n.Piokings from Puck Genaro and Bailey.
the novelty duo. delineators of negro meIl.
dies and dancers; Lecna Lewis, known AZ
the Little Gem, and Henry Kessler. tenor
singer.
The times., 1897-11-04
HenIth in the District.

There were only 50 deaths in the Dis
trict last week making rate Of
l6.9 per thousand Inhabitants, which
S cunsiGera olv below the normal. Dun
ing the corresponding week last year
the deaths We're lO7. or the deaths
resulted from cunsumption, and simila I
nuInber fTOm ap0picHE- EIEHt were ifufai
diseases OF the circulatory organs, : from
acute diseases OF the lungs, from rneu-
munia, 9 from nervous affections, and 4
from meningitis. There weIe three fat -
cases of typhoid fever, > Of diphtheria and
] of whooping cough. Eleven new eases
Of diphtheria were reported during the
week and cases recovered. Six new cases
Of scarlet fever and 4 Iecoveries were
reported.
The times., 1897-11-04
STAGE TOPICS.

The most notable theatrical event "f
the seasun is the temperance at the Ma
tional OF the famous comedian, Mr.. Joseph
jefferson. in lis exquisite portrayal OK
Caleb PlHTnTneT IN UFICReU UH the IIeaTUH
and Rip Wan wiukle.' Mr.. jefferson 5 per
formance is as charming now as 1t was
in the days of aud lang syne.'' The
admiration has endured Tor years, ana
each succeeding visit 70 this city has found
the sane friendly greeting to the man
whose personal qualities induced our love.
and to TIE actor whose heart won our
admiration. There are few i'll tliis city
who nave not seen Mir. jefferson, ana
fewer still who have not found benefit
as well as enjoyment in his delightful III
terpretations, For those no have known
and loved his art iii the past there is
the most pleasing anticipation, and to those
who have not seen the celebrated actor
a most enyiable opportunity is pres ented.
MIR. Jeffe-snn stands at the head of =
great profession, and is reverenced as an
authority on all questions of its art OF
which he himself is master. The appear
ance of the celebrated actor next week
at the National will be signal for the
gathering of the cl8ns-'
The times., 1897-11-04
City Brevities.

A S5 contribution TO the conscience fund
inscribed what l think 1 owe the United
States" was received at the Treasury
Department yesterday. 1t was from "a
German admirer of this glorious country =
William Henderson, colored, was ar
rested yesterday by Dete ctive Baur,
charged with the larceny Of a pair of
shoes from an employe of the American
House. He was locked up.
A petition for an inquiry as to the mentai
condition of Bridget Dawson, an inmate of
The Home for the Aged, conducted b.
the Little Sisters Of the Poor, was filed
yesterday by Sister st. Dosithee
Sadie F. Long yesterday entered suit for
divorce from Frank II. Long cn the ground
of desertion. The parties Were married
December 81, 1892, the petitioners maid n
name being Sadie f. Redfern. H. d Coz
don represents Mrs. Long.
The times., 1897-11-04
sfIvER CHARGED WITH BIGAMY.
Deserts the Cid Tried Companion
- Marry Younger.


To Marry a Younger.
Because his first wife is old and wrinkled
and gray and smokes q bac&ened clay
pipe, with strong and unpleasant aroma.
Edward Spiyer deserted her and married
Mary Ellen johnson. For this orfense ne
was arrested yesterdayby Detective Board
man on the charge OF bigamy and is locked
up before his honeymoon is over in a
DARK and dingy cell at No. l police station
Spiver is oolored and so are both of his
wives. The first one is nearly seventy
five years OLD, feeble and i'll. Spiver IS
about twenty years her junior, strong.
healthy and active, and be fell in love
with Mary Ellen, a bright yellow girl, not
more than twenty years of age.
Last week they We're married, and when
the senior Mrs. Spiver learned shat the
ceremony had been performed by the pas
tor OF a little colored church. she swofe
out warrant for Spiyer, who is pros
porous, and has accumulated several small
houses and lots. He has been employed
regularly FOR the Rush Exoavating Con-
pany, and besides draws a good pen
siCn He claims that he never married
the woman who calls herself his first
wife, but that he met her In New Or.
leans shortly after the war, where both
worked il hotel. They have lived to-
gethef ever since until spiver met Mari
Ellen.
The old woman produces certificate
Of marriage signed by coIored minis
ter named Townsend, whom she sa Us mar
rIed them in the South years ago. spiver
does not deny that he has been united In
wedlock with Mary Ellen, He was found
living with the new wife in one. of his
houses, at No. 125 Franklin street north
west. Spiver will be brought into court
this morning on the charge of bigamy.
The times., 1897-11-04
CONTINUING THE REVIVAL.
The Anti-Saloon Leagues Meeting
Well Attended.

The Anti-Saloon Leagues Meeting
Well Attended.
Lsst night was w. c. 7. o. evening in
the anti-saloon revival now being con-
Quoted at the Foundry Church under the
auspices of the Anti-Saloon League Of
the District. The meeting was largely
attended by local white ribboners, and adj
vocates of temperancefrom all the churches
of the city.
The church was fittingly decorated for
the occasion. In addition to the streameis
and flags, which were gracefully hung
around the walls and galleries, were d
number of white ribbon emblems dis
played in different parts OF tie church
Conspicuous among these WAS a large
two-foat bow Of white ribbon, Which was
suspended over the altar.
The meeting was presided over by Mrs.
II. 4. Clearwater, and opened with song
service by the Central Union Mission Quar-
tet Rev. j Fred Heisse, pastor of Wes-
ley NJ. E. Church, then invoked blessing,
after which Mrs. II. A. Clearwater made
an interesting address on the subject, 'W
C. 7. u. vs.. The Saloon.'' Mrs .Gillenwater
spoke of the good work Of the organi-
ration, but said that many more victories
woald have been won but for the league
between the lawmakers and the saloons.
Rev. F. D. Power, ID. D., pastor of Yer
mont Avenue Christian Church, followed
with all address on "our Share in the
Slaughter OF One Hundred Thousand
Year. The meeting was closed with
benediction by DIR. Butler, of Luther Place
Memorial Church.
The times., 1897-11-04
rul2 coxTRAcr AWARDED.
work VIII soon Begin on the New
ScEoul.


Attorney Thomas has rendered an opinion
To rhJ Commissioners IN which he holds
tnat the firm OF contractors, Peake x
Baldwin, can legally be awarded the con
tract for the construction of the public
scho,l building, corner of First and Quincy
streets. Accordin ely, the contract has been
finally let 10 this firm.
wiscn it was proposed to allow Messrs.
Peake 4 Baldwin 10 bUiid the school the
allegation was made that MIR. Baldwin
Is d,aeauliEg Contractor TO the general
Government and that, therefore, the Dis
trict, by law. could not make him the
contractor.
Attorney Thomas overruled this OF
lection in his opinion yesterday He stated
tnat, Notwithstanding the fact that the
record, ndght show Mr.. Baldwin to have
defanlted IN a contract with the general
Government. il was not matter for tie
Commissioners to take cognizance of, an'i
formed no legal obstacle to awarding the
firm the cORc act
The times., 1897-11-04
OFFICIALS EAGER FOR NEWS.
Would Express No Election Opinions,
But Anxious TO Listen.

But Anxious to Listen.
At the State, War and Navy Depart
ment yesterday there was no disposition
to discuss the result in New York. There
was a disposition, on the contrary, to
interview the newspaper men, showing
the widespread interest, and especially
In the news from Ohio. There was reason
for this this because the army of ap-
pointive politicians in the State, War
and Navy Department, and especially
of the highest degree, hold their offices
by the good graces of Senator Hanna.
Mr. Roosevelt, before the election, de-
cllned to be interviewed, on the ground
that he was not in New York. on his re-
turn he still declines to be interviewed.
Secretary Sherman looked little tired,
not possibly by the returns, but by a
long journey. He said that Ohio was
safely Republican.
Nearly all the Republicans in the minor
offices We're disposed to let down the
magnitude of the Democratic victories.
They were the least bit sore, but threat
ened big reyenges in 800.
The times., 1897-11-04

The Bijou Family Theater is enjovinc
prosperity of the most pronounced kind
Nearly every evening sees packed house.
ms because Of the cheap prices and the
sood show. Next week VIII be marked
Dy the return to Washington of Dollie
and Milton Mobiles, two famous stars w,,o
nave n"f before appeared here except Mt
hlgh prizes in plays of Mr.. Mobiles own
writing Next week Mr.. and Mrs. Mobiles
VII appear In comedy sketch, "Bnce-
Vile junction. = Which they have used sue.
cessfuliy at the continuous houses in Chi
cago aud New York. The other acts
VIII he new to the house aud not less
attractive than those which have already
appeared there.
The times., 1897-11-04
PATENT OFFICE ON FIRE
Flames Burst out of the Basement
Late at NIgnt,
Timely Discovery and Prompt Ac-
tion by the Fire. Department
Saved the Binding.

Policeman Purks, in passing tie Patent
office about 11;15 O'Clock last night, dis
covered flames shooting out of the base
ment windows on the G street side of
the building. He hurriedIy turned in an
alarm, which brought out the department,
and the flames were soon eXunguished.
The fire was confined entirely to pile
f kindling wood III the basement.
The blaze originated from heap Of
hot ashes which had carelessly been
thrown near tie wood. But for it's timely
discovery u large conflagration would have
ensued, but as it was the damage was
slight.
The times., 1897-11-04
Crushed while Coupling Cars.

William Moore. brakeman, living at
70. GIL First street northeast, was injured
last night while coupling cars at Shepard's
Landing He was caught between two
freight cars and crushed. He was brought
to Anarostia ON train and removed from
there to Providence Hospital in No. . IatroI
wagon. His hack and chest We're Injured,
hut H. is thought that he VIII recover.
The times., 1897-11-04
Orders of the commissioners.

The Commissioners have ordered that
$40 feet of four-imch water main be laid
in the north and south alley Of square 81;
that the time for the completion of work
under contract No. 2492 be extended for
thirty days, without penalty or cost of
inspection: that leaves of absence. with
pay. be granted as follows: To William
Donaldson for November 2 to 8, to 6.
II. Bailey for November 2.
The times., 1897-11-04
Must Paw Taxes.

Mr. John II. Ross recently made an
application 10 the Commissioners FOR the
evenptioc from taxes OF the building oc-
cupied l.y tie Sisters OF Mercy, upon the
ground that il is z charity school. The
question was referred to the attorney for
the District, who. in an opinion rendered
yesterday, held that the school is not a
charitable one, and therefore must pay
The times., 1897-11-04
pUGH A STRONG CANDIDATE.
He May BE the Successor of Ju,I.e
MilIer.

He MAY BE the Successor of Ju.l-e
Miller.
Speculation Is active a 8 TO whom the = resi-
dent VIII appoint 10 TIE vacancy caused
bS The death Of Judge Miller, but most
members OF the local beDch and bar agree
upon the present assistant attorney for the
District Mr.. James L PUgh, as the one
most fitted and entitled TO the position
and tho one who w.ll be the probable an
pointe-. United States Commissioner Mills
i also mentioned as d Iromment can didate.
There are also a number Of candidates
iE the field FOR ihc position OF judge
in the District side OF the police court, now
occupied by Judge kimbal, but soun 10 be
rendered vacant by The expiration Of his
term, and il is possible tlat one 0f these
may tie selected. The most prominent
among these candidates are John e. O'Don-
nell, Charles F. Scott, A S. Taylor and
c. Smith
The times., 1897-11-04
SeuueI TO

Sequel 70 Cincinnati Sensatior.
Another chapter was added last night to
che Fcder-Cross controversy. The affair
which created such a sensation in Gin.
cinnati last summer was contipue,l nv y
street fight last week between Harry y.
Feder anG Angus Cross, ana last nie,bt
Mrs. Cross, the mother Of young Cross.
caused the arrest of Mr.. FEEDER. on the
charge Of threats. The warrant was served
by Policeman Clark, and Mr.. Feder was
promptly released on bail.
The times., 1897-11-04
How to Cure bilious collie.

4 suffered for weeks with collie and pains
In my stomach caused by biliousness and
had 70 take medicine all the while until l
used Chamberlain's Collie, Cholera and
Diarrhuea Remedy, which cured me.
have Since recommended it to good many
people MIS- T. Butler, Fairhaven, Conn.
Persons who are subject to bilious collie can
ard of@ tltt attack by taking this remedy
as soon Is the first symptoms appear. Sold
by Henry Evans. wholesale and retail
druggists 93S + st ind Conn ave. and 5
st. NV. and 142S Md. ave. ne.
The superb Service of the Pennsyl-
yania Railroad.
is its greatest advertisement. To Phila.
delphia and return next Sunda for 81.
nos Stem
The times., 1897-11-04
No LONGER Rides n Horse.

The Commissioners have ordered that
Private W. l. Harries, who about two
months ago was promoted to be a mount
ed policeman, be reduced to foot md that
Private b. r Rhodes be promoted in his
stead. Harries is the officer who re
Gently attempted suicide by shooting him
self in the head.
The times., 1897-11-04
Charged With Stealing shoes.

Detective Muller yesterday arrested WIZ
IAN HaEipshire, young colored man,
charged with the larceny Of a pair of
shoes belonging 10 benjamin F. Gray, a
Faperhanger' employed at the Howard
uosse. Hampshire was sent to the place
with bucket of paste, and seeing Gray's
shoes ia room where they had been pIacec
by the paper-hanger, made off with them.
The sh0es We're recovered.
The times., 1897-11-04
Cnrinns ELECTION Refs.

The usual crop of curious election bets is
being reaped. The most sensible one So
far heard of was for dozen bottles of
Tharp's Pure Berkeley whisky, which was
wen by a department clerk. From latest
accounts the lucky winner is surprised to
find how many friends he has, who are
anxious tC call
The times., 1897-11-04

TO prevent colds; Rubini's Pills. the great
preventive against pneumonia, pleuliSy.
bronchitis colds in the head etc Wash
ington Homeopathic Pharmacy, 1907 z
street northwest. No branches TeIe-
uhone, 1858. no3-tf
The times., 1897-11-04
Fireman snlIirnn Remnred.

Private ]. P Sullivan. of the fire de
partment, has been removed by the Com
missioners and Timothy sheehan appoint
ed to the vacancy thus created.
The times., 1897-11-04

The Columbia has John J. NJ Nally's last
farce, ''Courted Into Court next week.
There is bound 10 be billows of fun for ut
the helm Of merriment is Marie Dressler,
one OF the most enga gtng condolences orthe
stage. The principals of the large support
ing company are John c. Rice John G.
Sparks, jacques Kruger, Billy Clifford
and Mand Huth. The songs are a feature 81
the Comedy, and they include Susie, Dis
Coon Hab Got De Blues, Miss Modesty,''
''Ram-a-Jam, Want That Man, Taking
Il Chance" i Amt Obliged to Stand No
Niggar Foolin',' why Became Sailor, =
IF That Amt Winning Home, 1 Don't
Know Il m the Daughter of the Leader Of
the Band" and ''O'Dooley's Five O'Clock
Tea" The production is under the direction
Of Rich < Harris, who promise pretty girls
and attractive stage pictures.
The times., 1897-11-04
To Cure a Cold In One Dax

druggists refund the money if it fails to
cure. 25c. se2-f
The times., 1897-11-04

The attraction at the Lafayette next
week is to he Edward E. Rice's production of
The Girl from Paris which is ere of
the most popular fads of present theatri-
calls. Its remarkable run OF Geo times
at the Duke Of York's Theater, London,
Eng, and the immense success it achieved
there prompted Manager Rice in bringing
it to this country where he presented it at
the Herald Square Theater, New York city
That American audiences liked il as well S
the English was attested hy run OF 800
times at the Herald Square Theater from
where it was compelled TO move to begin an
engag cement in Philadelphia, where for o6
times t delighted audiences who filled the
Chestnut Street TheateE to its utmost
capacity. Every effort WAS made to keep
it on there; however, Manager Albaugh in
sisted onits presentation here, and the gay
girl" from the French metropolis will now
endeavor to fascinate Washington play
The times., 1897-11-04

'IIalf King Francis Wilson's latest,
and as some of his critics have declared.
lis greatest comic opera success, viii Mon
day evening be seen at the Grand, with it's
New York cast, and the same elaborate
effects which won SO much admiration
during its runs the past two seasons in the
metropolis.
Mr.. Wilson, always welcome favorite
with our audiences, will be greeted this
time with additional interest by reason
o5 the fact that Half King has been
preceded by many most flattering re.
purts OF its good quality and highly favora
lie receptions here and in other cities in
which il has already been presented. The
story o. the opera owes its origin 10 those
two prolific French authors, Leterrie.
and VanIuo, who have contributed many
plots to the Paris stage. The work Of
adaptation was done by Harry B. Smith,
arthar of Robin Hood, Rob Roy" and
other successful librettoS. All the original
music by LetJarte rendered in the foreign
production was discarded and an entirely
new score composed by Ludwig Englander
The times., 1897-11-04
B. & o. BULLETIN.
EXCURSION RATES

baltimore and return, 81. Sunday next.
Philadelphia and return, So. Sunday
next.
The times., 1897-11-04

a strong, sensational melodrama-"T
city OF New Sork''--is billed as the next
weeks attraction at the Academy OF Music.
The play Is from the pen of that vcua.
author-actor. Walter Fessler, and tells OF
life ameng the lowly in the great metrop-
OILS The piece is said to be full of stir
ring scenes and thrilling incidents, and
appeals, through its heart interest. 20
every lover Of humanity In its make-up
pathoS and comedy are said to richly tlen.
II is aso said TO contain a number of
bright and original specialties, and VIII
snow many novel mechanical effects.
The cast, besides the author. is headed
hy Pauline Train, 4 winsonie little SOU
orette' whose work in Little Chrlstophar'.
Is pleasantly remembered. They have the
support OF thoroughly capable COMPANY.
The prices for this engagement viii re-
laain as always. The sale of tickets opens
this morning.
The times., 1897-11-04

goers. tits 10 laugh is phrase that tie
German innkeeper repeats a number Of
times TO tell the humorous intent Of the
merry musical comedy, but IL Is not neces-
sary,as laughter pernleatesth DC performance
IN the most pronounced character. The
scenic pictures and staged with all the
magnificence characteristic OF Edward
r. Rice, who never does an ytI:ing that is not
on prodigious scale.
The times., 1897-11-04

36-inch Black Jacquard Serges.
These goods represent neat me-
dunn and large scroll effect bro
cades. They are remarkably
cheap for 25c, but this can only
be for one day.