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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
THOCGHTLEss CRY OF FIRE.
Panic in = Store Caused by n False
Alarm.

An excited and thoughtless individual
shouted Fire. in the large merchandise
store Of Mrs. E. Haines, at Sth street and
pennsylvania avenue southeast, shortly be-
fore O'Clock last evening. and a general
panic followed among a crowd of several
hundred persons. for the most part women
and children. who were attending a Christ
mas opening and entertainment at the
store. When quiet was restored Mrs
Lizzie Smith was picked up. unconscious
and removed to her home, 1121 Georgia
avenue, painfully injured. Scores of others
were cut and bruised Clothes were torn.
little children were separated from their
mothers, and the interior of the establish
ment was partly wrecked.
The store was packed with interested hui
manity, the little folks particularly being
highly entertained by the antics of Santa
Claus. impersonated by Elmer Shipley
seated in swing, the effect being increased
through the medium of artificial snow
storm.
The crowd. It seems. disarranged a heater
ana thereby permitted an escape of steam.
Thinking 1t was smoke, some one in a dis
tant part of the store started the alarm of
fire Everybody made rush for the doors
and terrible crush followed counters be
ing upset and people trampled on. A box
alarm brought No. engine company and
the police reserves of the 9TH precinct to
the scene, and order was soon afterward re-
stored.
MIS- Smith was without delay removed to
her home and medical aid summoned
Eight or ten lost children were placed on a
counter and cared for until their anxious
parents claimed them. The loss to the
store and stock will, it is thought, aggre-
gate $15.
Mrs Shaw of 4l6 10th street southeast
was also quite badly hurt. Both Mrs
Smith and Mrs. Shaw, however, were
greatly improved in condition this after
noon.
1t is related of the incidents that
during the scare one woman, who had nine
children with her, screamed loudly Save
my children, and you will surely go to
heaven.
The clerks in the store are said to have
conducted themselves with great GOODNESS
Had they acted otherwise the consequences
might hav" been more serious.
AT the store today there was no evidence
that anything out of the ordinary had oc-
Cured.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
TICKET SCALPING,
Electrical Workers Opposed
Abolition by COnrrcss

The members of Local Union No DC
Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. at their
meeting last evening, determined to send
copy OF the following circular to each SEN
ator and member of the House of Repre-
sentatiFes as soon as practicable:
1T has come to our notice that Repre-
sentative Sherman of New York and a SEN
ator from Illinois did at the last session of
congress endeavor to get passed certain
bills to the effect of restricting the buying
ana selling of any railroad or steamship
ticket by other than an authorized agent of
said transportation companies and making
II felony for any one but an authorized
agent of said companies to do ticket brok-
eraSe, and we, as citizens Of the United
states, most emphatcally protest against
the passage of any such bill as we know 1t
is done solely for certain railroad and
steamship lines, and to do away with what
is commonly known as ticket scalping.
we, as the laboring class feel it a duty
to stand by the rights of business men that
relieve us from the imposition of these cor
porations who would. without d doubt, were
1t possible make buy all Transportation
at an eXorbltant rate of tariff. and we ask
each one of you who are in the position to
either make law of this character or de-
feat the same to please view both sides of
the question carefully and determine wheth-
er II would he right for such a law to exist,
ana mus deprive those who are Obliged to
travel in order to make a livelihood from
purchasing a ticket from those who are
row known as ticket brokers, and who
should. the same as any other commission
agent or merchant, have the same right
and privileges
a great weight has been brought to bear
upon this question through the press by
certain railroad officials and they have en-
deavored in this way to show that the
ticket broker is menace to the general
travelling public. Were it SO, how long
would these men remain in business? Ger
tainly not very long. They have also en-
deavored to show that ticket broker IS a
rohber and a forger. In dong this they
have cited inscriptions men who have
done crooked business but this is no
criterion. There are black sheep in all
focks.
AS regards the influence that has been
brought to bear upon the passage of these
bills, certain business associations have
passed resolutions In favor of its passage
but who can doubt it when it is known that
many shippers are granted passes or half
rates via the lines over which they ship
and broker IS. consequently. of little use
to them. We, as a labor organization, ask
that you do what you can to defeat this
unjust and un-American measure
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
New Council Instituted.

A new council, designated as Lafayette
Council, No. %, of the Junior Order United
American Mechanics, was organized and
Instituted last evening, with a membership
of Twenty-Five, by S. C. Neikrk at the
hall, 9th and ID streets northwest, over the
Academy of Music. The initiation ceremony
was exemplified by Valley Forge Council,
No. 81, after which the following officers
of the new council were installed: J. p c..
Mr.. J. w. Cox; councillor, Mr.. Fl. Howell;
vice councillor, Geo +. Cox; recording sec
rotary, Mr.. e. w. Clements: financial sec
rotary, Mr.. X. Rogers; assistant recording
secretary, Mr.. H. Bassett: treasurer, Mr.
Thos. l.. Pocock: warden Mr. J. c. Wheel
er: conductor, Mr.. Robt. Downing; inside
sentinel, Mr.. H. S. Soper; outside sentinel,
Mr.. Carl Doeheer; trustees, Messrs. Pane,
Howell and Lavender At the close of the
business meeting cigars were passed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02

Meeting to Plan for Winters Work
Held Yesterday,

The central relief committee of the Dis
trict held its first meeting of the winter
season yesterday afternoon. in the rooms
of the board of traXe. 14lO q street north
west. Those present were: The chairman
Judge c. c. Cole; the secretary, Mr.. George
S. Wilson; the treasurer Mr. Beriah VIII
kins: Mrs. J. w. Babson. John r. Cooke,
James E. Fitch, Prof. Il. T. Janney, Simon
Wolf, Rev. II. d. Stevenson and Mrs. T.
W. Smith.
A report was submitted by Surgeon Cen
eral Sternberg, chairman of the subcom-
mittee appointed to consider plans of per-
manent relief and sanitary dwellings for
the poor. 1t was stated that the commit
tee has not yet considered the question OF
ali organization for permanent relief. but
that 1t Is the intention of the chairman to
call the committee together at an early
date for the consideration of this question.
and that, after due deliberation, any recon-
mendatiOns which we may have to make
will be submitted to the central relief COM
mittee.
the chairman said it had been decided by
the committee that the most practical
method of solving the question of provid-
ing sanitary homes for the poor was to
organize a sanitary Improvement company.
Such an organization had been effected
under a charter from the state of Virginia,
and a block of eight two-story houses has
been erected on Bates street northeast.
Zach house contains two independent flats,
and twelve of the sixteen flats are now
rented.
The report added that 1t was the intention
of the company as soon as the nece sSary
capital is secured, 10 erect more houses OF
the type already constructed.
The report of II. r. Blount chairman of
the committee on distribution, stated that
through the summer months The committee
continued to relieve cases of need as re-
ported, through the agents of tie Asso-
ciated Charities and had been enabled to
furnish relief in all cases where 1t was
recommended. Since the last report of the
committee, made in March, 200 destitute
families had been furnished relief. The cost
of the relief during the summer, it was
stated, was little over 81, 600.
The report of Mr.. Wilkins, the treasurer
showed L total receipt of SS,6l3.34, and
total disbursement of sI,215.S9, with a bal
ancc in the treasury amounting to $1,3i5.45
The report was referred to the auditing
committee.
On motion of Mr.. Fitch committee was
appointed composed of the chairman, the
secretary and Mr.. Simon Wolf. with in
structions to draw up a suitable report OF
the operations of the central relief COM
mittee during the past year, for submis-
sion TO the District Commissioners.
A discussion followed as to the advisa-
bility of the organization being continued
| 1t was finally decided to leave the entire
matter to the Commissioners, in order that
| they may rcappOint the committee or not.
| as they fit. The committee adjourned
| subject to the call Of the chairman.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
The Lyndsny Course.

Much interest in the coming course of en-
tertainments to be given in Central Hall
during the winter has been manifested by
the pubic, and the indications are that the
response here will make the season as sue
cessful as in the other cities in the"Lyndsay
Circuit" The variety offered in the WASH
ingtcn series in the way of attractions Is
all that could be wished and the artists
and companies are of such merit that the
attendant of the course of entertainments is
assured OF a nest pleasant winters amuse-
ment- The sale of reservations for the
series of ten concerts and lectures opens
next Monday morning at E. F. Droop g.
Sons For single entertainments, three days
before each enc. An illustrated prospectus
may be had.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
CITY AND DISTRICT.
Goodwill Lodge Program

Ihe program of the good of the order at
GOODWILL Lodge. Nc. :, 1. o., c. T., at its
nall nth street and Maryland avenue south
west Tuesday evening, was In charge of
T. W. l-ihbey. Remarks were made Nv $.
H. K SHOEMAKER, A. W. Campbell. A. j.
Heahiey and F. j. Parks of Silver Star
Locge. Tenleytown- 1t was announced that
a joint debate would take place at the hall
OF Silver Star Lodge. December Is. the
contestants being A. W. Campbell, A. j
Heailey and 5. B. II. Schoonmaker of
Goodwill; A E. Shoemaker and F. J. Parks
oil SILVER > ar Lodge. The subject TO be
Ceha Ted is Should the Government Own
and Control the Railroad and Telegraph
Lines of This Country"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
A Successful MusicnIa

successful musicale was given last even
ing at the E Street Baptist Church, in aid
of the Diet Kitchen. The attendance was
large, and every number of the program
had of necessity 20 be repeated, the audi
ence displaying unusually marked enthusi-
asm. MI. Arthur E. Yundt made an able
master of ceremonies. Plano solos were
given by Prof. Leo Wheat, Prof, Arnold
Meyer and Miss Bestor; vocal solos by Miss
Bessie Driver, MES bishop, Miss Taber.
Miss Belle Smith, Missl0' Brien, Miss Bacon.
Miss Dudley, Miss Davis and Mr.. w. s.
Sheetz; cornet solo by Mr. w. D. Mondell:
recitations by Miss Helen Lackey and MIR.
Golden Patten. and a. selection by a man
dolin quartet.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
Funeral of Samuel Latimer,

Funeral services over the remains of the
late Samuel H. Latimer were held yester-
day afternoon at the residence of his son.
Mr.. Lee d. Latimer. on University place.
Rev DIR. Duffey, pastor of Mount Vernon
Place NJ. f. Church. of which the deceased
was a the time of his death one of the few
original members. officiated and was as
sisted by the Rev. DIR. Tudor. formerly OF
the same church. The four sons Joseph
Clarence. Harry and Lee. bore the cask,
TO the grave. During the ceremony Mr.
Herndon MOrsell rendered the hymn Just
As | Am, Without one Plea" The inter-
ment was at Oak Hill cemetery
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
Miss divers Recital.

The Congregational Church was well
filed last evening on the occasion of Miss
Katharine divers recital of selections
from Ian Maclaren's Beside the Bonnie
Briar Bush" The platform was prettily
decorated with great punches of cut flow
ers and ferns. Miss Oliver was attired as
a Highland lassie, wearing Scotch plaid
thrown across her shoulders. Her delinea-
tions of Scotch character at once caught
the audience. her readings calling forth
frequent applause. The entertainment was
for the benefit of the National Homeo-
pathic Hospital. for which a considerable
sum was realized.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02

PrlVate Roman kriSer, Troop +, 9Th Cav
airy. having been tried by general court
martial convened at Fort Myer. and found
guilty OF larceny. to the prejudice Of good
order and military discipline, was sentenced
TO be dishonorably discharged the service
of the United States, forfeiting all pay and
allowances due him, ard to he confined at
hard labor, under charge of the post guard.
for one month
The sentence has been approved and Will
be duly executed at Fort Myer.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
It's Third Annual ball.

The Plattdeusche Verein held Its third an
nual bali at Arion Hall last evening, and ii
was a most enjoyable AFFAIR in every re-
spect- There was large attendance. add
ed TO which were good music and fine &C.
freshments- The following committees had
the affair In charge:
Arrangements - Fritz Weiette William
Wiegmann. Theodore Lohmeyer Aug.
Schmidt and William Hannenna;in.
Reception - Charles Dsmer .Ien.y
kleinge. William Dryer. William Voighr
Aug. Weight, DIR. Sellhausen and Henry
Rosenberg.
Floor committee - William WieCmann
Henry Wiebking, +. Rekeweg, Erup Brandt
Charles Wiegmann-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
LOCAL MENTION.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

Academy of Music. - When London
Sleeps"
Columbia Theater.-"The Salt of the
Earth
Grand Opera House.-"Down in Dixie
kernans Lyceum Theater. = Reilly &
Woods Big Show.
Lafayette Square Opera House. - The
GeiShd.'
New National Theater.-Hanlons "Su-
Ierba-
Willard Hall.-The Biograph.
Riding Academy. 22d and z streets north
west, Dog Show.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
Lodge and Temple Fraternfze.

The officers of Minnehaha Juvenile Tenn:
PIE, under direction of their superintendent
Miss Mamie r. Daniel and her assistant
Miss Annie Gr:gg, visited Minnehaha Lodge
tuesday evening for the purpose of excm-
plfying the temple work, including ,hs
initiation ceremonies. Among other visitors
were Grand Counsellor Culver of the Grand
Lodge OF Kansas: J. w. Van Week F. G..
{. T.: Mrs. Emma F. Bishop, superintend-
ent of Undine Temple: Chief Templar
Barnes of Little Falls Lodge, and Mr. Mclls
ID. NJ. of Friendship Lodge. An invitation
10 hoid a temperance meeting I'm Bethany
chapel was considered favorably Three
candidates for lodge membership were
elected.
During recess of the lodge a session of
the temple was held Chief Templar Master
Harry Burlingame in the chair. Five adult
members We're initiated. The junior officers
were highly complmented upon their work
Among those who made instructive and
congratulatory addresses were Mrs Mary
Lewis, Messrs. Culver, Garfield H. +
Smith. Dinsmore, Van Week, j. G. Smith
and Russell, Mrs Bishop, Miss Daniel and
Master Burlingame. song service was
led by Mrs II. F. Smith. and an instrl-
mental solo rendered by Miss Eva Mills the
temple secretary.
The fine dwelling at the southwest corner
OF I'D and X streets northwest will be sold
by trustees tomorrow afternoon at O'Clock
See adVt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
MIR. HO VOW PROMOTED.
He Will BE China's Consul General at
San FrancfscO,

As reward for his efforts in settling the
differences between See Yup and Sam Yup
factions in Chinatown, San Francisco. Vice
Consul Ho Yow will within few days as
sumo the honors and dignities Of consul
general of the Chinese empire in that city.
Less than a year ago Ho Vow came to this
country as secretary to Minister WI Ting
Fang, the new Chinese minister.
AS soon as the new embassy was settled
In Washington he was sent back to San
Francisco with instructions from the min
lister to settle the differences between the
factions. Except for matters of finance
all the differences have been adjusted.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
CAPT. GORDON GIVES NOTICE.
VIII Contest for n Seat I'm the Mary
land Senate.

Capt. Charles G. Gordon. the republican
candidate, voted for at the late election for
the state senate, who, according to the
official count, was defeated for that posi-
ton by VIM. B. Clagett, democrat, of Up
per Marlboro, has notified Mr.. Clagett that
he will contest his seat. AS yet Captain
Gordon has not made public the grounds
upon which he will make the contest, but
it is likely he will move to throw out the
votes of Marlboro and Spalding's districts.
These districts gave Mr.. Clagett a large
majority, which very materially helped to
elect him.
VIXEN seen upon the subject yesterday
Mr.. Clagctt treated the matter very light
ly.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
c. T.. Society VIII Entertain.

The social committee of the Young Peo-
pies Society of Christian Endeavor of st.
Paurs English Lutheran Church is making
preparations for an entertainment and
supper to be held next Friday evening at
the church. The supper tables will be pre-
sided over by the young ladies of the So
ciety. Miss Burnetta e. Seitz is chairman
of the committee, and is in charge of the
enter tainment.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
A Golden Jubilee.

The children of Mary Of the Immaculate
Conception Academy will celebrate the
golden jubilee of that association on the
feast of the immaculate conception, De-
cember 3, at the Immaculate Conception
Church. High mass will be celebrated at
am. and a reception to the sodalities
will be held at pm.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
Wills Filed for PrObate.

The will of the late Frances A. Petingale
dated July 20, 1888. filed for probate with
the register of wills, gives the estate to
Samuel X. Petingale, 4 son, for life: pro-
vid!ng that at his death it shall be divided
among his children.
The will of the late Andrew J. Ferguson
dated December 10. 1896. makes Catherine
3. Bradley sole beneficiary.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
Acquitted of Burrlary.

Elias Harris. colored was acquitted in
Criminal Court No l yesterday afternoon
of breaking into the dwelling of James Hal
pin, the night of the 15th of last Septeul-
Der. and taking a 80 watch, pair of shoes.
a razor and a flute.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
Decree of Divorce Granted.

Judge Cox has granted Julia c. Libbey a
divorce from Frank w. Libbey. The par
ties were married at Baltimore. Md, jan
uary 3. 1899, and Mrs. Libbey charged that
her husband deserted and abandoned her
the 9TH of the following month
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02

At meeting OF the Young Mems Union
Of the First Congregational Church, Tues
cay evening, Messrs. E X. Allen and II
X Bradford made interesting addresses
the former the Character of Lord
Bacon. and the latter on Biology with
blackboard illustrations The roll of the
union was Increased by one Reports were
made Of recent athletic exploits.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02

Edward Walker. colored, charged with
having stolen $50 from Peter C. Murray. a
farmer who came to the city and SOLD
some produce Saturday last, was today
Judge kimball The particulars of the case
were printed in The Star of Monday
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
EXCURSIONS TOMORROW.

Steamer Samuel J. PentZ for Glymont
and Intermediate landings a 9:30 am.
Steamer Newport News for Norfolk and
Fortress Monroe at . pm.
Trains leave 13Ia street and Pennsylvania
avenue for Arlington hourly from IN. to
pm.
Trains leave 1879 street and Pennsylvania
avenue for Mount vernon at $50. 1900, II
am, 1895, 2:o5. 3. 4 and AS pm.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
Convicted of Assault,

John Cant, colored. was convicted yester-
day afternoon in Criminal Court No. 2 of
ass~ulting John Logan several weeks ago
with intent to kill him. by cutting him.
Judge Bradley remanded him to Jail to
await sentence
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
Not an Active Candidate.

To the Editor Of The Evening Star:
VIII you kindly insert the following in
your paper, viz: Col. Cecil Clay was not
an active candidate for brigadier general.
He declined to discuss the matter with any
one and opposed his friends, who wanted
to act for him.
A FAITHFUL SUBSCRIBER
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
Postmaster PyleS Takes Charge,

Mr.. George F. Pyles. who was recently
appointed postmaster of Anacostia. entered
upon the discharge of his duties yesterday,
relieving Mr. Julius w. Toson. who has
filled the position for about three years.
Hereafter the post office will be located in
Mr.. Pyles grocery store on Harrison street.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02

TOMORROW is the last day of this move
eXhlLt of Lamp. Candle and Gas Shades
Lovers Of the artistic in these beautiful an,
exclusive goods should not fail to attend
BcVeridge'S. 12lJ F St.-Adyt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02

THERE'S NOT THE LEAST INJURY
to carpets or rugs of delicate textures when
we clean them Empire Upholstery and
Carpet Cleaning Wks., t,1-5 Mass ave
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02

KENNY'S DRY ROASTED COFFEES
Highest quality. lowest prices. Pure
sugars sold at cost. city stores
C d KENNY
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
Charged With Perjury.

Sinah Wallace, colored, charged with
perjury in swearing that Robert Ware, on
April last. pawned her watch without her
authority. was today held in 81 900 bail for
the action of the grand jury by Judge KIM
ball.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02

Ashley NJ. Gould and Alan o. Clepnane
have been appointed by Judge Hasner re-
ceivers for the Washington Gas Consumers
Association, upon the petition of Walter c.
Clephane.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
Do YOE DRINK BEER?

Then by all means drink pure article.
PabSt ''Doppel Braeu" is the best dark baer.
Endorsed by physicians for nursing mothers
and those who need "A tonic.
PABST BREWING Co, 1d3 y. Cap. ST.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02

FOR Joc- TOMORROW at Johnston's
80 9TH St. l 10. of soc. Mixed Tea and
los. Granulated Sugar, all for SOC
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02

Gas and Oil Heaters-high grade-low
price. A. Eberlys Sons. us 18th NV
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02

Large assortment Of Latrobes. Heating
and Cooking Stoves. We are experts on
lstrobe and furnace work. Jno. Moran.
2126 Pa ave. Tel 1884.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02

FOR 9Dc. TOMORROW at Johnston's
- Ith ST, 3 lbs. Java and Mocha Coffee
and = lbs. Granulatcd Sugar all for SOC
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02
OUTDOOR LIFE and sco,t.s

OUTDOOR LIFE and SCOTS
Enuisan OF COd-liver Oil wifi
AYpOphOsphites have cmred
thousands Of cases Of con-
Gmptton in the early stages.
When case Is SO far adj
vanced that cure cannot be
Dades even then SCOTS
MuEAOS checks the rapid.
3ty Of the disease, relieves
the pains in the chest, re.
ducesu the night sweats and
Ser, q IN
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02

Those contemplating portraits for holiday
presents should have sittings as soon as
possible. VI. L. Rice, l225 Pa ave
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02

Money TO lend ct and per cent on real
estate. Frank T. Rawlings, 1905 Pa. ave-
Advertisement
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-02

Guide Opens and Closes the Seasons.
Still showing fine chrysant hemuns. ll2I r