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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-08-12
Robberies Reported.

Tuesday night burglars visited the soap
factory Of p. Mann & Co., on the river
front between Giesboro' and Shepherds,
and stole $50 worth of hides.
William Edd, resident of jackson Hall
alley, made complaint today that he had
been robbed yesterday In house on Ar
mory street of $40.
A single set of buggy harness disappear
ed last night, from James Poe's stable in
rear of No 1892 street northwest.
John Creny Of No. 2034 Portner place
complains of the theft of O coat, with 81. SO
in one Of its pockets, from q new building
on Holmead avenue.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-08-12
WASHINGTON HORSES WON.
Capt. James F. Oysters Chestults
Secure Prizes at the Hamilton show.

The horse owners Of Loudoun and Fair
fax counties are sad at heart over the
events at the Hamilton Wa) horse show
yesterday and the day before, because for
the first time on record Washington horses
won the most coveted prizes in the quick
draft aud general utility or coach classes.
The ribbons in these events fell to Capt.
James F. Oyster of this city. who is occu-
pying the magnificent country place of
Shirley Carter, near Leesburg for the sum-
ner. Captain Oyster entered his pair of
handsome chestnuts, which he purchased In
Kentucky last year through the famous
horseman. Barnard G. Tracy, in both class
es. They are standard bred sired by Har-
rison Chief and stand 1873 hands each.
They are named Prince and Jim. On Tues
day, in the quick draft class for matched
team over 15h hands high, the pair won
first prize, and in the same class for a
single driver over 15ie hands Jim was en-
tered and also won first prize. In the gen.
eral utility. or coach. class, tried yesterday
the ribbons again fell to Mr.. Oysters team
Mr.. HI. B. Male, the well-known gentle
man-horseman of Leesburg, handled the
animals in the exhibition.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-08-12

Dr. b. +. McGrath. who will be remem-
bered as prominent member of the foot
Dali and base ball clubs. respectively, of
Georgetown University several years ago,
and later resident physician of the Emer-
gtncy Hospital. has resigned his position
on the Columbia Hospital staff In order to
accept a profitable opening in Massachu-
setts, mis- native state. DIR. McGrath de-
parted today for Massachusetts, accom-
panied BY the well wishes of his many
friends In this city.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-08-12
After Maps of Alaska.

The report having been published that
the general land Office would soon issue
maps of Alaska showing the latest surveys
and explorations of the gold regions, that
office has been flooded with letters request
ing copies OF the maps. As it will be i'm
possible to prepare the maps for several
months, the requests cannot be granted
The officials have not time to respond to
the letters explaining the situation. The
geological survey is in much the same con-
dition.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-08-12
c OND EN- SED LOCALS

Leo Williams. colored who it was al
legged, was an habitual drunkard, was to-
day sent to the workhouse for six months
by Judge Scott.
The soft crab season is fast drawing to
close, although there is vet a good sI,nnlv
OF the sea food In market. Local dealers
are depending largely upon the Crisfield
STOCK, and they are selling at 50 cents a.
dozen.
In the county near Lamond's Station,
during the storm Tuesday evening, the
frame house of William Bladen was strucl.
by lightning and damaged to the extent of
Slo. Mr. Bladen. his wife and eight chill
oren were greatly shocked and it was not
untll Yesterday morning that they had fully
recovered.
george Omonundro, who lives at No. 1913
street northeast, was thrown from his
carriage while driving near Washington
Circle, about II 30 o'clock last night, and
was injured about the head. When picked
up ne was unconscious, and the police re-
moved him to the Emergency Hospital.
The dead body of an infant was found
noat1ng In the river near the arsenal wharf
Yesterday. Two boys, Charles O'Leary and
Charles Meister, made the discovery and
the BODY was rescued and taken to the
morgue.
Henry Powers, colored resident of
Browns court, had fit today In front of
NO. 112 North Carolina avenue southeast.
he was taken home in the fifth precinct
patrol wagon.
This morning the police reported a leak
IN the water pipe in front of No. 1892 14th
street northwest.
A hydrant on Scott avenue and a pump
on New York avenue between 9Th and 7th
streets were reported out of repair by the
police today.
Complaint has been made by the police of
the h:thy condition of cutters in Takoma
Park. a
The police reported an additional number
CT washouts, dangerous holes and broken
pavements today, caused by Tuesday
nights storm J -
There are ten policemen on the sick list
and fifty-eight officers are on leave
Yesterday the police made thirty-nine ar
rests, sixteen whites and thirteen colored.
There were six females arrested.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-08-12
Spnnish-Peruvian Arbitration Treaty
United States Minister Neiil at Lima.

United States Minister Neil at Lima,
Peru, reports to the State Department the
conclusion of treaty between Peru and
Spain, providing that any question arising
between the two governments shall be SUBJ
mitted to arbitration. and in case it is I'M
possible to settle a question by that method
the contracting parties agree to accept the
mediation Of a foreign power The treaty
also stipulates that Spaniards in Peru and
PeruviaDs in Spain shall be at liberty to
exercise the liberal professions, after ex-
hibiting their diplomas obtained in their
respective countries. The convention was
signed by DR.. Risa Aguero. Peruvian min
lister for foreign relations. and Senior Arel-
iano, Spanish minister to Peru
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-08-12

The life saving service of the Treasury
Department today received Telegram
from the superintendent Of the station at
Cape Elizabeth. Me-. reporting the rescue
Of the crew of the schooner Howard w.
Middleton, three miles from the station.
The schooner was loaded with coal. and
was filled with water when the telegram
was sent.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-08-12
Mr.. Ea.tic Lease. HI. House.

Ex-Ambassador to France Eustis has
leased his house at 1921 N street North
west 10 Henry Ives Cobb. the special ar
chttect for the big public building at Chica-
60 The lease Is for five years, and indi-
Gates that Mr.. Eustis will not return here
to live. as has been expected.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-08-12
Tomorrow-Low tide, 2::33 am and 2:44
p.m.; high tide, 1927 am. and SAT pm.
Tho Sun md MoDu

Today-Sun rises 5:11 am; sun SETS 6:5S
pm.
Full moon, 9:22 am. today.
Tomorrow-Sun rises, 5:12 am.
The City Lights.
Gas lamps all lighted by sos pm: ex-
tinguishing begun at 400 am. The light
ing is begun one hour before the time
named.
Arc lamps lighted at 7:51 pm; extin-
guished at 4:35 am.
Temperatures for Twenty-Four Hours
The following we're the readings of the
thermometer at the weather bureau during
the past twenty-four hours, beginning at
o'clock yesterday afternoon:
August ia o.m, 81; Pm. 70; mid
night a.
August 124 am, 20; am, 20; II M.
20. and 2 pm, 81.
Maximum. 81, at PM. August Il; min
imum, CT, at am, August r.
Up-River Water.
Both rivers were reported as muddy at
Harper's Ferry this morning.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-08-12
New Fraternal AEsocIn ton Inco
pOrAted. -

Articles Incorporating the, Knights of St.
John Hall Association were filed this after
neon with the recorder of deeds. the incor-
porators being William ]. Frizeli. William
A. Mccarthy. Frank S. Merkling and Will
lam A. Lusby.
ton is stated to be to encourage benevo-
lence, advance mutual improvement and
promote friendly intercourse among Its
members.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-08-12

EXTENSION OF HIGHWAYS IN THE DISTRICT
OF Columbia.-TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
The commission created by section 2 of the act
Of Congress, approved March 2, 1893, entitled
An act 10 provide permanent system OF high
ways in that part of the District Of Columbia
ly Ing outside of cities" has received from the
Commissioners of the District Of Columbia a GER
tilted copy of a nap showing a proposed perma-
mont system Of highways In the District of Co
lumbia within the area bounded by North Cap
itoi street Florida avenue. Eastern branch and
the District line. This map and plats showing
in detail how coch lot and tract is affected by
the proposed system OF highways are now on ex-
hibition In Room No. o. ith flor. Of the District
bcildine- All persons Interested are invited to
examine the nap and plats. The commission will
consider any suggestion or protest concerning the
location Of any highway or portion OF a highway
shown the map The suggestions and pro-
tests in writing and must set forth
clearly the for the changes. and show
the property owned controlled by the objector
AL protests. etc, must be submitted on or be-
fore the FIRST of OCTOBER, 1897. and he ad-
dressed to the Chief Of Engineers. u ;. Army.
War Department. Washington. D. c. The com
mission will meet OCTOBER FIFTEENTH. 1897.
at NINE O'CLOCK AN. in the office OF the
SECRETARY of War. to dispose Of all objections.
and will then hear orally from those who desire
TO thus support their written objections. r. A.
ALGER, SECRETARY of War. G. y. BLISS. Secre-
tery of the Interior. JOHN NJ. WILSON. Chief
OF Engineers, U. s. Army. jy12-lSt-aug- lot
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-08-12
session TAis Morning.

The convention was called to order this
morning at 10 o'clock. with hardly two
thirds of the delegates present. many hay
ing left on the early morning trains.
When the convention was finally gotten
In order. Mr.. H. c. Flood stepped to The
front Of the stage. and in a graceful speech
placed In nomination Judge w. II. Mann
Tor the attorney generalship ON the state
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-08-12

That is What is Promised Until Sat-
urtlay.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-08-12
II never disappoint. :"

Don't you think that printing estab-
1ishment that delivers work when prom
ised-employs skilled hclp-aBd quotes
crock bottom prices deserves your patron
age. If you think we'll secure your
printing orders!
BYRON s. ADAMS. Prompt Printer, 512 18th st.
au1I-14d
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-08-12

The placing of Captain Cooke in nomina-
ton for the lieutenant governorship pre-
c;pitated most bitter fight in the con-
ventton. At times 1t seemed as if the vast
crowd would become uncomfortable, vet
Chairman Saunders never once lost his
presence of mind; and with great Justice
10 all he quieted the belligerent delegates
ana the convention proceeded to ballot for
lieutenant governor. which resulted as fol-
lows: Ellyson. 1872: Echols, 800 1-2: Cooke
GS; Cook, 23I 3-5; Cation 1851; Buford'
l6o 10; Brockenborough, 81 Ia. The lass
named gentleman was dropped and a mo-
ftcn to adjourn was voted down,
Major Ellyson then appeared before the
convention and again declined to allow
himself to be voted for.
me second ballot could not be counted.
About the time the vote proper was fin
ished on this ballot there was a ReneraI
changing of votes The race then mar
rowed down between Echols ana Cooke
the widest disorder prevailed at times.
and 1t seemed impossible for the Chairman
to secure the attention of the convention.
A third ballot was taken, and resulted in
Echols being nominated, having gotten
about one hundred more votes than were
necessary to make choice. The conven-
ton adjourned at am.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-08-12

immemorial"
The article continued to say that many
of these patents when granted were worth
less. covering but one claim.
Mr.. Greeley asked the witness how that
article was published in the Post.
The witness said he had nothing to do
with the advertising of Wedderburn &
Co., and knew nothing about 1t.
Mr.. Greeley referred to the statement
in the article In question that many one
claim patents are valueless, and a discus
sion followed on the subject of value of
such patents.
Mr.. Greeley asked the witness IL the
letter giving references to inventions re-
ported unfavorably and stating the cost
unfavorablc report when he went with
Wedderburn Co.
Form of UnfnvornbIe Reuort.
He replied that 1t was not, but that the
following was the form of unfavorable re-
port:
I'VE have carefully examined the de-
scription of your invention and searched
the patent office records with a view of
ascertaining the present condition of the
act to see whether or not We could secure
you patent. As the result we have found
copy Of patents No. -, and inclose the
same for your inspection. According to
our understanding OF your device this ref
inventions carefully and let us know by
return mail whether you can see any differ
ences between the two. and II so. describe
them. We shall then take the matter up
for further consideration. Our clients are
frequently enabled, through judicious use
OF references furnished by US, to make
alterations and improvements in their de-
vices, which not only cause them to avoid
possible conflict with other patents, but
also add materially to their commercial
value. 1t Is due to you to state that the
patent Office freau entity allows patents
which prove very valuable, based upon q
single claim. that to the inexperienced eye
The silver star., 1897-09-23

No one who has given the sub
ject the least consideration doubts
that the United States alone could
restore bimetallism. There would
be no danger that the Udited States
would be allowed to stand. alone.
France and other European govern
ments would follow her with much
alacrity and rapidity that it would
seem that had all started at the same
time. Such able statesmen and
financiers as Lord Aldenham, Mr..
.Balfour and Mr.. Chaplin concur
with the free silver forces of the
United States, that the opening Of
the mints Of this country would ac-
complish the restoration of silver.
The silver star., 1897-09-23
MOUNTAIN AND PLAIN.
ARE you WITH Us!


In order, that the citizens of the
Great San Juan may attend the
third annual Festival of Mountain
and Plain at Denver. on October S,
6 and 7 next. tn as comfortable and
pleasant manner as possible. the
Rio Crande Southern Railroad COM
pany will run a FESTIVAL Special"
train from Dnrango to Denver and
return via Ridgway, leaving Du-
range at o'clock Sunday morning,
October 8, and reaching Denver on
Monday morning, thus allowing
passengers ON this traia ample time
to obtain hotel accommodations and
be ready for the COMMENCEMENT of
the festivities on Tuesday morning,
October S.
The festival special will be SOL
i'd, through train. having no lay
over whatever, and consist Of Pull
man Palace sleeping cars, free re-
clining chair cars and Hrst-class
coaches; also tourist sleeping cars
for the accommodation of the Du-
range band, Fort Lewis Indian
band and Telluride band, all Of
which will accompany the excur-
sion. Pullman sleeping cars will
be placed at Durango. Rico. Tellu.
ride, and those desiring to reserve
berths in same can do SO through
the agents at those points. All
berths reserved, however. must be
paid for not later than September
90, or they cannot be held.
Returning. this train will leave
Denver Saturday evening, October
9, and special, points Of interests OH
the D. & X. q. K. R., passed dur
ing the night on the going trip will
be seen by daylight on the return
trip.
Buy your tickets early and avoid
the delay and Inconvenience Of the
crowded regllnr trains.
Only sIo for the round trip. Call
on the station agent for further par.
ticulars.
The silver star., 1897-09-23

Attorney Charles johnson re-
lived the nomination last week for
(strict attorney at the democratic
held In Durango.
The silver star., 1897-09-23

THE cause Of the recent wreck on
he Rio Crahde- Midland joint track
'as been placed. The Midland crew
we're trying to steal a station and
In the killing of forty.
The silver star., 1897-09-23

Late advices are that bad state
4 affairs exists in the Klondike re-
ioh. Disorder and terror prevails
hroughout the entire district.
The silver star., 1897-09-23

-LuErGRRr is said to be suffer
bg from a severe attack of rheu-
Patics. The jury should prescribe
dose Of hemp Immediately.
The silver star., 1897-09-23

THE Red Men of the World will
hstutc lodge at Dolores on or
bout October 10. They will start
but with membership Of about so.
The silver star., 1897-09-23

-THH race between John Dun
IN and Charley Hosea for sheriff
|ill no doubt be a spirited one.
th tnen are very popular.
The silver star., 1897-09-23

The Durango Herald ON last
Wednesday, presehted to Its readers
very elaborate report Of the Needle
Mountains district, La Plata county.
The silver star., 1897-09-23

J. F.. SricKARD of Pagosa
prings received the nomination by
be silver republicans for district
ktorney last week at Durango.
The silver star., 1897-09-23

JOHN WEsch made the county
good officer and the voice Of the
Fople seem to say "stay another
Erm, old man."
The silver star., 1897-09-23

DIN you glance over the nom
|ees on the democratic ticket for
bunty Offices!
The silver star., 1897-09-23

The best is not too good for 3
trip, 30 take Southern Festival Spc.
cial October 3 enroute to Denver
Fine, Pullinans,. chair cars, etc, ,ud
the very finest music.
The silver star., 1897-09-23

j. !. MooRErIRLp for county
reasurct could not have beeh i'm
proved on. He Is the most popu-
ar treasurer the county has ever
bad. Hunt up the old mans record.
The silver star., 1897-09-23

THE peoples ticket Of Montezu-
a county is a hot one, add will be
lrd to beat.
The silver star., 1897-09-23

-THR revolution In 0uatarnala
; assuming serious proportions. It
y led by men of wealth and inau-
Fncc and is gaining strength steadi-
y. General Morales Is said to be
Pne Of the leaders.
The silver star., 1897-09-23

Shake the dust and cobwebs off
Yourself and take the Rio Crandc
Southern Famous Festival Flyer
to the Festival Of Mountain and
plain on October 3. Ask the sta.
ton about IT, Ask those who took
Il to Denver last year. They know
The silver star., 1897-09-23

/, Read the Silver Star. 'srbscrfii;;-
lion price $500 aysir.
The silver star., 1897-09-23

Don't wait for regular trims bu,
take the Rio Crandc Southern Fcs.
tival Special October 3 and be IL
Denver in time for the fun and en-
JOY the fnusic on the train.
The silver star., 1897-09-23

Charley Hosea, the democratic
nominee for sheriff of Montczumr
county will make a make it warn,
for some Of the other aspirunts. He
is popular throughout the cut;r,
county and will receive the heart,
support Of Upper and Lower Dclorcs
The silver star., 1897-09-23

Partners Id tie vicinity of Yer
(ailles, indiana, have learned how
p dispense with Objectionable and
isreputable characters who make
(hcir living by robbing. Last week
I've of those wretches were hung by
fnragcd citizens.
lgnatio Anulfo, who ON Friday,
esaaulted President Diaz, was
ynched on Friday night by d mob.
euitc a number Of the lynchers
pave been arrested They broke
INTO the jail by forcing the doors
WITH huge timbers handled by ono
auhdrcd iticn. The guards were
'Scfpowed while a detail Of men
an down the corridor and dragged
put the trembling man.
| .------
The silver star., 1897-09-23

THE United States inaugutated
inonometallism with the aid of En-
gland. She Joined England in the
conference at Paris in 1861, advo-
eating gold monometallism. She
passed the mint act and smuggled
silver out Of existence in 1873, and
has been the leader of the mono
metallic conspiracy ever since. 1t
is true she has pretended to be for
silver if Europe would be. but the
influence of the United States has
been against any action on the part
Of Europe favorable to silver, and so
today as far as the treasury officials
are concerned.
The silver star., 1897-09-23

suSsssibs tot ths Silver Star.
The silver star., 1897-09-23

VIZ believe that President Nc.
Kinley from his past record and
from his sense OF justice, would be
Al favor of the restoration of silver
If he was not bound hand and foot
by the inner ring of manipulators
and spectators with head center in
Lombard street and principal branch
in Wall street. The appointments
OF Gage, Roberts and Jordan were
pledge on the part Of a president
to thwart any action which Europe
might take looking to the restora-
ton of silver, and to counteract the
influence of Wolcott's commission,
Evening star., 1897-03-31

the best IdShmereS and Hell
riettas are to be had for least
|. prices. They'll refer you to us.
Navy, Marine.
Old Rose, Cardinal,
Garnet 4o-in. Cash
: mere. 379c goods.
For ............. 2@c. yd.
soc. Shepherd
and Dog Ear
: Checks, all colors. 3@c. yd.
/. 45-inch Waffle
!, Checks ..... 49c. yd.
Scotch Checks
; and Mixtures, good
value at 621c., only
-. marked ........ SOC. yd.
Imported Souffle,
. for separate skirts,
III ten color combi-
: nations. Real value,
SIPS. Special price. csc. Yd.
! 4S-in. Tailor Tweeds and
Whipcords, Sr.25, SI.35 and
SI.5o qualities. for sI.I9. All
colors, including the scarce
blues and greens.
7. The SOC. and 69c.
; nss for. 4oc. yd. |
; English Cheviots
and Scotch Mix
! lures, some are 90
inches wide. SI.oo
: quality. For. 75c. yd.
We are ENJOYING a wonder
: ful success with our SIoo cloth
that we're offering at 68c. a
: ward. It's like finding the two
dollars that you save by buying
. that cloth dress here. Remem-
Der, its all wool, twilled back,
luster finish and close sheered
=; face. Ii you are technically ac
quainted you'll know that these
! attributes go to make a salts
factory cloth.
A Perfumery Demonstration.
We are having demonstration Of Harri-
sons Special Se,tuple Extracts. during
which occasion will sell their sixty
cent Extracts for DE We fur
y nish the vial We will gladly perfume your
handkerchiefs for you. free Of charge We
include In this demonst ration. ut this Spe-
( cial Prfce the following well known odors:
\ viDlette. Crab Apple Blossom. White Rose.
: Jockey Club. New Mowu Hay. Appoponax.
! Lilac. White Heliotrope. Forget not
-, Green Carnation. Lily of he Valley. Sc.
! LANSBURGH
! \ BRO,
g420=422=424=426 9TH St.
Evening star., 1897-03-31
What Mercury Really Is.
,al Lowell in the April Atlantic.

percival Lowell In the April Atiantlc
Mercury is a body devoid. practically II
not absolutely, Of air. water and of vege-
tation; consequently incapable Of support
iIg any Of those higher organisms which
we know as living beings. His surface Is a
vast desert 1t is rough rather than
smooth Whether this roughness be due
to mountains proper OF to- craters we are
too far away from him to have been able
yet to say. The lattez, are the more prob
able. Over the greatfr- part Of his sur
face change, either d4Brnaaoo seasonal. Is
unknown. Three-eighths Of his surface Is
STEPPED in perpetual glare three-eighths
remaining quarter slowly turns between the
two. The planet itself as 8nWorid Is dead
Interesting as Mercury ythus proves to
be, the interest as regards the planet itself
Is Of q rather corpselike character. Less de-
terrent. perhaps. is tho inteyest It possesses
as a part Of the life dhistOgy OF the solar
sy stem For tidal f-i1tiens the closing act
III the cosnic drama, bas brought II where
It is The machine haHJrun down. whether
it ever supported hfeIlupoBn Its surface or
not the power to doijso A4s now forever
passed away. Like menus and for like
cause 1t is now dead word. And 1t was
the first thus to reach,the end of ITS evOlu-
tionary career, earlier to do SO than Venus.
inasmucn as tidal action was very much
greater upon 1t than on her, and conse-
Quently produced its effect more quickly.
Mercury has long been dead-how long.
measured by centuries, we cannot say, but
practically for very long time. Venus
must have become SO compa raHvely re-
Gently. Both. however now have finished
their course. and have in a most literal
ensesentered into their rest.