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Evening star., 1897-02-15
A Baptist Deacons' sociable.

An affair little out Of the ordinary took
place Friday evening at Kendall Church.
located on 9th street southwest near the
National Museum. This energetic branch
Of Calvary Baptist Church Is the outgrowth
Of a mission school, established thirty
years ago. When the notice Of a sociable
was given out 1t was stated that no re-
freshments Of any kind would be on hand,
but every one would be expected to bring
a pound or more Of eatables for the de-
serving. Quite a large assortment of sub
stantisls was received, including -four
meat, potatoes. etc. A program was ar
ranged by which the deacons in their own
way. assisted by some of the musical tai
ent entertained this gathering of church
people in good work. and ali went home
with the knowledge that 1t is better to
give than to receive. Rev. Theron Out
water, their pastor, has been In charge
since the church organization was formed
eight years ago, with twenty five members:
over three hundred have been baptized.
and their membership now numbers 234.
At the last communion service the
right hand Of fellowship was extended to
tv enty new members. The deacons are
J. w. Talbot. C. A. Muddiman, G, r.
Jones end r. T. Cation. The Sunday school.
Which Is held at 0:30 am, has over 900
memt ers.
Evening star., 1897-02-15
Musical Notes.

Next Thursday night a plano and vocal
concert, Tor which some Of the best talent
OF the city has been engaged, will be given
at Mount Vernon Place Church, corner 9th
and s streets. for the benefit of their West
=" ssnington .sna . mission work Among those
worlds fair: Miss AtLee. Prof Carrier and
Mr. Edward Lovey, violinist.
An Intelligent assemblage Of music lovers
were entertained Thursday night at No
Clements in her second brilliant musicaIe
O.! the season. Among those who contribut-
Gu 10 tne enjoyment were: Masters Hall
H1,a Nusk, Willie Regan. Frank Diemer and
solo. duet and quartet in a very pleasing
manner Miss Stella Fisher sang "a Sons
OF Love. Mrs. Daisy Louise Fox PLAYED
LISTS Hungarian Rhapsody No. II in
fanny York Atlee made quite a sensation
IN her rendition of David's ..Charmant
Oisseau and Gounod's Ave Marie" Miss
blanche Muir sang effectively Sweet
to none on the program was the brilliant
rendition Of Cavellos Pagliacci, by Mr..
Henry Statham. Miss Tylor sang in good
voice "A Song Of the Heart" Music and
dancing. followed with refreshments, dur
ing the evening.
Miss Alice A. M. Kraft sang the ofrertory
at the Central Presbyterian Church yes
terday morning. Miss Kraft is a grad
Music and possesses a soprano voice of
unusual sweetness and power
Rehearsals Of the opera Priscilla" which
Is to be given March and 5 at the Column
Mary Washington Chapter D. A. R., are
progressing satisfactorily. They are being
held at 11OS F street, and the members
OF cast and chorus are taking the greatest
amount Of interest in the work. The opera
will be given under the direction of Carroll
Macomber Of Boston, with all the stage End
costume accessories necessary to a sue
cessful presentation of the opera. The cast
Wilson Shir-Cliff; Miles Standish, Mr..
Theo. Friebus; Hatebad Higgins, Mr. W.
II. Conley; Barbara, Miss Edna Scott
Smith; Resignation. Mrs. Gertrude Bangs
Burnes; Faith, Miss Edna Doe; Prudence
Miss Corinne MacFarland.
A new musical organization, the Wash
ington Concert and Specially Company,
was organized last Friday evening. Prof.
Arnold w. Meyer-Teeg is the musical d.
rector. while the members are: Mr.. Jas.
Catkeli, basso: Mr.. Milton Clark whistler.
formerly with Primrose and Vests min
strels: Mr.. George O'Connor, monologue
theatricals; Mr.. A. NJ. Forester, tenor;
Mr.. William H. Scholz, violin solois.; Mr..
Alexander Williams, comic singer. MISS
Fannie Atlee, soprano, and Miss Isabel
Shelton, child ballad singer and fancy ccs-
tune dancer.
An entertainment was given by the Cor
coran Scientific School Saturday evening in
the college hall. Musical and literary fea-
trres. refreshments and dancing constitut-
ed the chief enjoyment Of the occasion.
Those who took part were Miss Flora Hol-
Gen, Miss A. NJ Doyle, Mr.. L. L. Doyle
Miss Jessie Smith, Mr.. F. G. Britton, Mr..
w. T. Biehl. Miss Holbrook. Mr.. Harry
Famer. Miss Margaret Merillat, Misses A.
NJ. Clancy, Harriet Cameron, Fannie AL
len, L. Snyder, Messrs. G. l.. Beiler Ralph
B. Marean, L. d. Underwood, S. c. Cross,
F. B. Berry and DR.. C. E. Munroe, dean Of
the Corcoran Scientific School.
Evening star., 1897-02-15
FOR THE CHILD.
Further Testimony in the Contest for
Mildred SturHess.

Further Testimony In the Contest for
Mildred SturHess.
The hearing of the contest for the pos
session of Myrtle Grimsley, sometimes
known as Mildred Sturgess, the child
adopted by Mr.. John Sturgess and his wife,
Ada G.. NJ Sturgess, about two years ago,
Under an agreement with the board of chill
dren's guardians, was continued by Judge
Cole Saturday afternoon until tomorrow
afternoon.
In the hearing Saturday dozen or more
witnesses, many of them neighbors Of Mr..
and Mrs. Sturgess, testified that in their
opinion Mrs. Sturgess is woman of even
temper and very solicitous for the welfare
of the child. They declared that the child
had been well cared for, comfortably
clothed, and that 1t was apparently very
happy and contented. Also, that 1t seemed
to be particularly fond of Mrs. Sturgessa
Among those who testified on behalf Of
Mrs. Sturgess was her attorney, Mr.. Thos.
G. Hensey, who stated that he has known
her for fourteen years. She possesses, he
said, no more temper than does the aver
age woman. The child, he remarked. was
not only given the best of care and atten-
tion. but was apparently very happy and
contented.
Mrs. Sturgess also testified. denying all
the charges of strong language and cruelty
ishing the child, but never, she declared, in
cruel or unusual manner. Before she
was cross-examined by counsel for the
board, Judge Cole adjourned the hearing
until tomorrow, when, it is expected, 1t
will be concluded.
Evening star., 1897-02-15
HE LOVED HIS CHAIR.
A Pathetic Story of q Faithful Old
C0lOred Servant.

There was a formal addition to the
archives Of the Post Office Department to-
day. which will carry JOY to q humble family
In this city. and at the same time records
denial Of the oft-repeated accusation that
republics are ungrateful. On the 9th Of
this month Richard Bryan. q most amiable
and faithful colored messenger. who had
been In the department over thirty years.
died. After his death there was found at
tached to his chair q tag. on which
appeared. in his own handwriting, the fol-
lowing note:
January Z, 1896.
II found this chair at my desk October 81
1854. more than thirty-one years ago, and
nave used II ever since. Broken several
times. had II repaired, and on the last
occasion purchased iron rods to strengthen
It Having paid out of my own pocket
more than Its value, I think / have some
claim to IT, and respectfully ask that IL be
sent to my house in case Of my death.
'R- T. BRYAN"
In recognition of the old mans faithful
service and his evident sentiment of in
terest and poetic attachment for the chair
ne had occupied so many years, the depart
ment Will comply with his request. A letter
setting forth the long and faithful labors
Of Richard. at a Compensation which was
ridiculously low In comparison with the
value of his service to the department, i"
paying tribute to his worth. and directing
that the chair be sent to his sister, was
put on file. 1t is said the chair was about
all the estate the old man left, and his
people, with q most sincere affection for IT
are anxious to receive 1t.
Evening star., 1897-02-15
Cammack Tent.

Cammack Tent, No. sc. Independent Or
der of Rechabites. met Saturday evening in
Bunch's Hall. 514 sth street northwest, with
thirty-eight OF their own members and six
teen visitors present. Application for men,
bership were made by eight candidates. six
CT whom were present. and added to the
roll The tent has not failed to have one
or more candidates during the past nineteen
meetings. having added sixty-two to their
membership during that time. They have
appointed a committee of fifteen, with j. H.
Posey as chairman. to arrange for a hop
and entertainment April 2 Under the head
OF good and welfare. Brother Hurley sang
song ard remarks were made by District
Chief Ruler Welch, T. L. Salkeld j. H
Posey and others Refreshments were serv-
ed at the close of the regular order.
Evening star., 1897-02-15
Died at His Post.

Joseph C. Cline. an elderly white man,
who has been employed for the past fifteen
years as watchman at the Citizens Ma
tional Bank, was found dead at his post at
the bank yesterday morning. He was
alone in the building at the time. SO that
there is no way Of telling when he died
Cline was always on duty all day Sunday,
and 1t was customary for his son to bring
his breakfast to him. Yesterday morning
when the young man reached the bank
ard knocked for admission he was unable
to get reply. Becoming alarmed he
sought assistance from the police, and the
day engineer was sent for. Entrance was
nhally obtained and search for Cline be-
gan In this the son and the police were
assisted by little terrier that Cline AL
ways had with him. The Intelligent ami
NAL barked to attract their attention and
then guided them to the basement. There
the faithful old watchman was found living
In corner In the basement. He had been
dead for some time, and from the position
OF the body 1t was evident that he died In
81 eat agony.
1t was at first thought that Cline had met
with foul play, but thorough examina-
tion OF the building showed that all the
windows and doors were securely locked,
so that no one could have entered or left
the place. The officers of the bank were
at once summoned, and they made an in
yestigation which showed that everything
was In proper condition. Deputy Coroner
Glazebrook viewed the body, and later a
certificate of death from heart disease was
given. Cline was about sixty years Of age,
ard enjoyed the trust and confidence of his
superiors. He lived at 6O8 c. street south
west
Evening star., 1897-02-15
THE WONDER OF THE AGE.

The public are cordially invited to call
and see the King" of all collar and cum
ironers now In operation
This machine cost $1,000 is the finest in
the city, and excelled by none In the coun-
try.
With II we obtain the much desired DO
mestic" or Dead" finish, and at the same
time IL is a noted fact that 1t is much
easier on the goods.
/ also wish tc call your attention to a
little machine. invented and patented by
me. which prevents turn-down collars from
breaking while being shaped.
Respectfully,
F. V KILLIAN,
Franklin Steam Laundry,
G04 18th st. n. w.
Evening star., 1897-02-15
LOCAL MENTION.
AMUsEMENTs TONIGHT.

Academy of Music.-Eugenie Blair in
East Lynne
Biiou Theater-"The Burglar
Columbia Theater.-Margaret M&ther In
"Cymbeline."
Grand Opera House.-"Trilby.
Kernan's Lyceum Theater.-The Meteors'
High Glass Vaudeville Company.
Lafayette Square Opera House.-"The
Sporting Duchess"
New National Theater.-"At Gay Coney
Island"
Willard Hall-Exhibition of the Biograph.
Evening star., 1897-02-15
EXCURSIONS TOMORROW,

Steamer Harry Randall for Mount Yer
non and intermediate landings at 1o am.
Steamer Harry Randall for Coloniai
Beach and river landings at am.
Steamer Newport News for Norfoik ana
Fortress Monroe at Z pm.
Trains leave 1S1z street and Pennsylvania a
avenue for Mount Vernon at $40 10:Oo. II
am and 12:O5. 2:O5 and 4:15 pm
Trains leave 1872 street and Pennsylvania
avenue for Arlington hourly from am.
to pm.
Evening star., 1897-02-15
CITY AND DISTRICT.
Liquor Hearing.

Final arrangements in the case of George
Delahay. an applicant for liquor license
at sol ID street northwest, were heard
Saturday by the excise board This is
the case that Mrs Sara A Spencer of
the Spencerian Business College opposed,
and already several hearings have been
held on the case. The applicant Saturday
afternoon was represented by Attorney
Andrew Lipscomb. who made strong ap-
peal for the license.
Evening star., 1897-02-15
on THE STREET.
The Trouble Over the Salem Baptist
Church PastOfate.

The Trouble Over the Salem Baptist
Church Passionate.
The trouble which ii was anticipated
would occur yesterday morning at Salem
Baptist Church when Rev. S. Geriah Lam
kins, who claims to be the pastor, at
tempted to preach there, was averted by
Mr.. Lamkins himself. After consulting
with some of his friends the preacher de-
cided, as he said, that he would not at
tempt to use physical force against physi-
cal force to effect an entrance to the
church, but would go into court and ask
for the proper legal relief.
Mr.. Lamkins reached the church shortly
before IL o'clock He found strong force
Of his opponents on guard at the door, and
a squad of seven policemen, under the COM
mand of Sergt. Kenny, near by, prepared
10 preserve the peace at all hazards Mr..
LamkinS made an address from the curb
stone, which seemed to be intended for the
reporters and policemen present. in the
course of which he reviewed the history Of
| the pending controversy. While he was
| speaking a member of the faction opposed
| to Mr.. Lamkins appealed to Sergt. Kenny
| to remove Mr.. Lamkins from in front of
the church, on the ground that he was in
terfering with the worship inside.
Sergt Kenny ignored the request, and
Mr.. Lamkins continued with his remarks
but had only talked a few minutes before
the sergeant was again appealed to by the
same man to remove Mr.. Lamkins.
Il shall not interfere with Mr. Lamkins ;"
replied Sergt. Kenny. $50 long as he talks
| in the way he is doing. / am here to keep
the peace, and / intend to see that there Is
| square deal on both sides. When the
preacher gets through with his speech and
leaves ! will have the crowd that remains
removed. Mr.. Lamkins is not saying any,
thing more than he has a right to say"
A little later Mr. Lamkins closed his
speech and left the vicinity, as did also the
crowd of people.
Inside the building services were con-
Quoted by Rev. Mr.. Ford of the Metropoli-
tan Methodist Episcopal Church. Mr.. Ford
made no reference to the pending difficult
| ties of the CONGREGATION
Evening star., 1897-02-15
DOuRlaan Day.

The Bethel Literary and Historical AS
ISOLATION will appropriately observe Doug
lass day tomorrow evening at the Metro
politan A. NJ. E. Church, on NJ street be-
tween 18th and 10Th streets northwest. The
address on this occasion will be delivered
by DIR. Charles B. Purvis. During his life
Mr. Douglass was the mcst eminent as well
as one Of the most constant attendants of
the meetings of the Bethel Literary.
Evening star., 1897-02-15
Full of Informal ton.

Every business man. as well as every
housewife. should possess copy of The
Evening Star Almanac. 1t contains infor-
nation carefully gathered from every
source, valuable alike to every one. Twen-
ty-five cents buys IL at any news stand or
The Evening Star Office
Evening star., 1897-02-15
q 1-2 HOURS

All rail- via Richmond and the c. and o.
route Leave Washington Tuesdays Thurs
days and Saturdays. i2I pm, from 9th
street station Solid train, comprising
combined car. parlor car. dining car and
observation car. Tickets at Pennsylvania
offices and at depot. Full information at
c. and o. ticket offices.-Advt
Evening star., 1897-02-15
Only Direct and Most COmfOrta bl e
Route to Old Point Comfort.

Tourists to the New Chsmberlin or Hy-
geia Hotels at Old Point Comfort or The
Princess Anne Hotel at Virginia Beach,
will find the Norfolk and Washington
steamers tine most enjoyable. convenient,
ard the only direct route. Uninterrupted
nights sleep in cozy state rooms. Steam
heat Electric lights. Superb cuisine
Steamers leave every evening at o'clock
from 7th st. wharf See ad. page 12-Adyt
Evening star., 1897-02-15
KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAs.
The Order to Celebrate an Important
AnniyereaPy.

"S V'ueF 70 Oe1eUfate IN InDOft0nt
AAn1versaFy.
The thirty-third anniversary OF the birth
Of the Order Of the Knights of Pythias Of
this grand domain will be celebrated the
18th instant. The Knights Of Pythias were
ORGANISED on the 10th Of February, 1884,
sEd the order now numbers over EO0 OOO
Ranking third in numbers to the three
great organizations Of the world. There
Will be parade Of the local knights, to-
getner with Representatives from nearly all
OF the eastern states. The committee in
cnarge has rented Odd Fellows Hail. in
which Supreme Chancellor H. p. Colgrove
VIII deliver an address
Evening star., 1897-02-15

Election Of Supreme Representative.
thursday evening the State Council,
Catholic knights Of America, District Of
Columbia. elected John A. Madigan and
JOS. A Mudd as supreme representatives
10 the supreme council to be held at
Mobile, Ala, in May; alternates. Stephen
v. Casey and VIM. Clarkson. Officers for
the State Council for the ensuing term
were selected as follows: Rev. M. p. Sulli-
van, supreme spiritual director; John Ell
bert, president: Andrew Neville, vice presi-
dent; Richard Hartigan. secretary, and
Thos. Kane, treasurer
Evening star., 1897-02-15
Awarded Damages,

Mrs Harriet 9. Anderson was today
awarded 500 damages against Henry and
VIM. j. Bergling, whose dog Mrs. Anderson
claimed. knocked her down and severely
injured her January -. 1892 Mrs. Ander-
son. who was represented by Attorneys
Thompson and Frailey, sued for $4,000
damages. claiming that the dog Jumped
UFon her, knocking her down, breaking her
wrist and badly in1uring her arm and head
Attorney Leon Tobriner. on behalf of the
defendants. asserted that IL was a case OF
mistaken identity. denying that IT was their
dog which attacked Mrs. Anderson
Evening star., 1897-02-15

The 18th regular meeting of the Anthro-
biological Society of Washington will be
held in the assembly hall of the Cosmos
Club tomorrow evening. Papers will be
read by j. Walter Fewkes and Walter
Hough.
Evening star., 1897-02-15
Juvenile Temple Election.

Star of Hope Juvenile Temple Friday
evening last elected and installed officers
us follows: Harry Sheedy. c. t.; Eva Snow
" T.; Florence Decker, r. S.: Harry Brad
ley. F. s.; Raymond Decker. T.; Sadie
Kane, c.; Thomas Keever. NJ. Emma Glad
man, d. M; Fenwick knight, G.; Charlie
Bradley, sent; Ross Beach, A. R. s., and
Harry Decker, p. c. T.
Evening star., 1897-02-15
Musical and Literary entertainment.

MuBlcuA anu Ehueft01nme mt.
A musical and literary entertainment will
take place at Confederate Veterans Hall
tomorrow evening. under the auspices Of
the Guild of the Church of the Incarnation
The program will be arranged by Mrs. Hay
wood Mr.. Arthur Mayo has rendered his
services. also the following well-known
talent: Miss Margaret Linton, Mr.. Murdock,
Mr.. Goldwin Patten. Miss Florence Henri
King, Mr.. Oswald Welti, Miss Annie Louise
Miller. Miss Marie Howe. Miss Katie Howe,
Mr.. d. c. Haywood. Mrs. Rex Smith and
Miss Bessie Andrews.
Evening star., 1897-02-15
Nine. Georxe,, Recen,,on

Nine. George of Baltimore invites an in
Erection of her magnificent display of i'm
ported evening gowns. street costumes
etc. for fashionable wear. at 1904 II street
northwest. during the next three days
Advertisement.
Evening star., 1897-02-15
NEEDLE CASES FREE AT JOHNSON
RROS' I00f r

Call for one of these handsome souvenir
needle cases, containing 10 assorted darn
Ing and other large needles and % assorted
gold-eyed sewing needles, :" 81 calendar
and irch measure Given awayi "Qual-
ity ard weight considered. you cannot
beat our prices for coal johnson Bros
main office, i.s06 F st.
Evening star., 1897-02-15

Attention is called to the executors sale
of a fine building lot on the west side of
Connecticut avenue near r street. The lot
has a frontage OF "a feet by depth OF about
- feet TO an alley This sale affords a
splendid chance TO secure q valuable home
site in fashionable neighborhood Sale
tomorrow afternoon at 4:30 o'clock See
advertisement for terms. etc.
Evening star., 1897-02-15
Through Sleeping Car. to Toledo

Commencing February p, the b. and g..
r. R.. In connection with the B. and o. 8.
W. and c. H. v. and T., will establish a
daily line Of Pullman sleeping cars between
Baltimore. Washington, Columbus and To-
ledo. via Parkersburg and Athens The
west-bound train will leave Baltimore 1O:I5
pm, Washington 11:25 pm, and arrive at
Columbus 2:55 and Toledo 6:A, next after
room. This Is the best service ever offered
between Washington, central Ohio and
Michigan, and will doubtless prove to be
popular with the public.-Advt.
Evening star., 1897-02-15
CHOICE CUTS OF MEATS

Go to John r. Kelly. 9th st. wing, Center
Market for Tenderloin, Spring Lamp,
Sweetbreads. Porterhouse Steak. Rib Lamb
Chops and New York Roast and Steak.
Boston Corned Beef specially.
Evening star., 1897-02-15

Who want and insist on fine quality-when
buying meat-can secure exactly the klnd
they wish-at usual market prices-from
KEANE57th street wing Home-dressed
Beef and Lamb a speciality.
Evening star., 1897-02-15

%. In Good Year for Buyfng
Such rubber goods as Goodyear sells. A
up-top SO Macintosh for s. Goodyear
Rubber Co., S01 Pa. ave.-Advt.
Evening star., 1897-02-15

The Department of Potomac w. X. T..
will be honored by the presence of the na-
tional president Mrs. Agnes Hit of Indian
apolis. who will preside at the department
convention. which opens its sessions at O..
A. r. Hall Wednesday, February II.
Evening star., 1897-02-15

One thousand Cots left, and they'll go
this week Have you engaged yours? You
better hurry.
Evening star., 1897-02-15
is cured by Beecham's Pills.

Eating In q Pleasure
When ther're good things to eat. It's q
pleasure to eat our Sausage because it's sc
very good. J. A. Augusterfer, 656 Cen. Mkt
1t
Evening star., 1897-02-15
BATH OF BEAUTY.

Baby blemishes. pimples, red, rough hands and
falling hair prevented by CUTfCURA SOAP Most
effective skin purifying and beautifying soap, as
well purest and sweetest Of toilet and nursery
soaps. Only cure for pimples because only pre-
ventive Of Inflammation and clogging Of the pores
Sold everywhere.
Evening star., 1897-02-15
An Annfyernary.

The fifteenth anniversary Of the insti-
tuition Of the Washington Lodge of Elks
attracted large number OF the friends
OF the organization at the EIks' Home,
1OO6 E street northwest, Friday night 1t
was termed social session, and was in
every respect a social success. The order
had as the guest of the evening the grand
exalted ruler of the Elks, Mr. Meade D.
Detwiler. After the exercises commenced
he was introduced by Gen. Joseph DORM
and gave an interesting talk on the great
progress of the order, and the bright future
that awaited 1t. Mr.. E. B. Hay, past
grand exalted ruler, made one of his happy
speeches and then the audience settled
itself to enjoy the excellent program that
had been provided. 1t consisted of songs
musical solos and recitations.
Promptly at IL o'clock the toast to the
dead was drunk, the members standing in
silence. This Is time honored custom Of
the order, and quite impressive.
Evening star., 1897-02-15

Johnston's Inauguration prices groceries
mage 4.
Evening star., 1897-02-15
Marriage License.

marriage license has been issued 10
Walter Pickett and Addie Patten. colored
Evening star., 1897-02-15
Good. From the orient mt Auction.

The rooms of Sloan & Co., 14O7 G street
are filled with choice oriental goods to be
sold at auction, commencing Wednesday,
at II am. The collection embraces inlaid
furniture, armor, curios. ETC.. together with
a choice line of Turkish and Persian Rugs
Of rare design. See advertisement In auc-
ton column.
Evening star., 1897-02-15

Royal Headache Powders cure. 10c.
mh5-m, WI f,stf
Evening star., 1897-02-15

The excessive use of tea and coffee as
beverages causes more suffering than Is
generally known. Be prudent and drink the
great Kneipp Malt Coffee instead. Grocers
sell 1t. Ask for Kneipp's. 1t
Evening star., 1897-02-15

Joseph A. Marceron has fled bill in
equity against Thos ]. Daily and John
Shanahan. praying for a dissolution Of the
partnership existing between them.
Evening star., 1897-02-15

The Best Lumber, 800 Per 100 Feet.
Frank I.ibbey & Co.. 9th and New York av
advertisement.
Evening star., 1897-02-15

A lecture for the benefit of the newsboys
vas delivered yesterday in Typographical
Temple by DR.. w. A. Croffut on the subject
Egypt and the Pharaohs."