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The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1897-09-15

ParadoxicaI Proverbs.
The person who sets out to reg
ulate his life according to proverbs
win be IN a quandary when he re-
alizes how many of them have their
Composites. Here are a few ex-
amples:
ProYerb: Marry in haste and re-
pent at leisure.
Opposite: Happy is the wooing
that's not long ADDING.
Proverb: Out of sight out of
mind.
Opposite: Absence makes the
heart grow fonder.
Proverb: A rolling stone gathers
no moss.
Opposite: A setting hen gathers
no feathers,
ProyeFb. A stitch in time saves
nine.
oppoaite.lIfs never too late to
mend.
Proyerb: There's honor among
thieves.
Opposite: Set thief to catch a
thief.
Proverb: Discretion is the better
part of valor.
Opposite. Nothing venture, moth
ing have.
Tri-county Reunion at Middle
port. o.
For the above meeting the Ohio
Central Lines will make low rates
Tickets on sale Sept. 23rd and 9th,
limited to return until Sept. 18th
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1897-09-15

The parents of pupils attending
the school have every reason to be
gratI6ed by the attention bestowed
by the teachers upon their Young
charges. It would seem that q
very excellent system of instruction
Is being followed ont; but It may
be well to suggest to the jealous.
and naturally anxious teachers,
that there Is danger of attempt
ing too much. After all there is a
limit to the juvenile powers of re-
captivity. and examining is an
acknowledged mistake.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1897-09-15

Is there no way In civilized
and presumably self-respecting
community to compel owners of
horses to extend to the unfortu-
nate animals some little particle of
consideration? Horses are left
hung up to the Court House fence
for hours together. in a blistering
sun and without food or water, and
enduring fortunes from flies from
which they are not able to escape,
while their supposedly human,
certainly not humane. owners are
swilling in a saloon or making the
most otherwise of day in town.
We took particular notice yester-
day of a bay horse which for twelve
long hours stood at that fence and
received absolutely no attention
whatever ct the hands of its owner
or the person to whose charge it
had been committed. Such cru
city as this would result seriously
for that person elsewhere, and we
do not see why Point Pleasant
should seek for a reputation for
callousness in. this direction.
Other horses stood at that fence
for periods ranging from three to
ten hours without any notice be-
ing taken of them. 1t is TO be
hoped our municipal or police au-
thorit1es will take steps to prevent
a recurrence of these disgraceful
occurrences.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1897-09-15

The people who pray hardest for
the millennium wouldn't knoE
what to do with themselves If It
really came.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1897-09-15

Grass Seeds Of all kinds at Bryan
& Yonngs
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1897-09-15
ParadoxicaI Proverbs.

Point Pleasant. Sep 1Ith-
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1897-09-15

In0 As * LII. anu = " " ~. A@AAADS-s
and that the parlor cars will be
restored on this end of the line.
Mr.. Hunt. Maupin captured a
hundred dollar prize at the pacing
race at the Albany Fair. Friday
and Mr.. Ed. Allen also carried of
several prizes in the trotting races.
Mason County win send several
representatives to Moundsville,
this week. If men will steal and
rob. they must expect TO suffer the
penalty of their crimes.
We publish in another column of
this paper a communication from
Mr.. d. S. Snyder, which we think
very good idea, and the people
should take hold of such a move
at once and make it sure go.
Messrs. j. Friedman & Co., have
new advertisement in our col
umns to-day which is well worth
the careful perusal of those who
wish to buy judiciously and to the
best advantage.
The man who sits down and
waits for a snap to come along will
find himself among the unclaimed
baggage when the train of oppor-
tunity is leaving on its journey.
Why is it we do not have Fresh
Oysters in market2 They are
plentiful this season, and we have
no doubt but what some of our
readers would relish a dish these
pleasant evenings, if some of our
restaurants would procure them.
Albert Voters the murderer who
broke jail at Fayetteville, three
weeks ago, a few days before he
was to be hanged was captured at
Charleston Thursday
The world generally takes us at
our own estimate. unless We swim
die ourselves into the belief that
we are greater treasurers than we
really are.
The West Virginia University
opened Wednesday with over two
hundred students present; three
hundred or more are expected by
to-day.
Married by Rev. VIM. E. Beller.
in the law office of Tomlinson &
Wiley. yesterday. Friday morning.
Charles Craig and Juna Legg.
oneof the pleasantest things to
do about the newspaper business
is to write receipts. We all like
that kind of fun.
The gowns on the street and the
humidity in the air would lead one
to suppose it were june rather
than September
You may drink champagne in
the evening, but the pain the next
morning won't be sham pain by a
long shot
Its a foregone conclusion that
the new women win never be salts
fed until they can scratch match
like a man.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-09-06
Installation of Officers.

Capital City Ccmmandery, No. 169, a. and
I. o. Knights of Malta, installed its officers
fer the term of six months, commencing
sylvania avenue northwest, Friday even
ing, September 3, the ceremonies being
public and witnessed by very large gath
ering of Knights of Malta, their families
and friends.
The officers chosen are as follows: Sir
knight commander, A. L. Muirhead; gener-
alissimo. j. u. Yoder; captain general. T..
IL. Tompkins; prelate, L. NJ Thayer; assis-
tant recorder, ]. c. Hatton; senior warden,
F. w. Rohrman; Junior warden, Theo. F.
Hall; standard bearer E. Z. Degges; sword
bearer, b. I. Stull; warder, f. c. Graham;
sentinel, j. W. Poston; first guard, w. c.
Harr; second guard L. Z. Nalley.
The installation ceremony was performed
by Deputy Supreme Commander A. E. Will
son, p. c.
Musical selections were rendered by the
Manhattan Mandolin and Guitar Club, on
their chosen instruments, and piano selec-
tons were ably executed by Miss Lulu
Cole, Mrs. Dr. Alderman and Prof A. w.
Meyer-Teeg. Mr. Samuel E. Shields and
Mr.. T. w. Gray contributed several songs
to the general entertainment, and Mr.
Fred. Barber and Judge Huyer added to
the pleasure of the evening with recita-
lions.
A past commanders jewel was presented
to retiring Sir knight Commander DIR. Y.
w. Alderman, and Sir A. w. Cornwen. p.
c., was the recipient of a magnificent NAL
ia watch charm, both being in token of the
esteem In which they are held by the men,
bers of the commandery.
Refreshments were served to all in the
shape of ice cream and cake these having
been provided by the incoming officers.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-09-06
Woman of High Character.
HORSEMEN'S EXHIBITION.
Coming Event of Interest mt n His
tOric Virginia Town.

Special Correspondence of The Evening Star.
MANASSAS. Va. September T. 1897.
The second annual exhibition of the
Horsemen's Association of Prince William
county to be held the 18th and Sth of this
month at Manassas, is awakening great
interest among the farmers and breeders
in this section.
A long list Of entries in forty-two classes
has been arranged by Mr.. l.. A Larkin,
secretary of the association, including
thoroughbreds, hunters, park saddles.
matched horses and jumpers. The exhibi-
ton will be held at the fair grounds of the
association, three-fourths of a mile from
Manassas, in a fine open meadow. The
grand stand, which was erected on the &C.
casion of the first annual exhibition, last
year. has been painted and fitted up with
a larger seating capacity. The inclosed
ring. 2e0x300 feet, will be used for the ex-
hibit. The number of entries this year has
greatly exceeded last years, and in order
to meet the demands a number of new
stables have just been completed, thus
affording every facility to the owners for
the care of their horses. During the past
week men have been busily engaged grad
ing and wedding the half-mile track. and
it is now in excellent condition for the
coming event.
In addition to the regular program a half
mile amateur bicycle race has been ar
ranged for, and already a large number of
entries are in.
One of the attractive features of the
show will be ladies' riding contest and
a handsome bride, breastplate and crop
have been offered as premiums by Messrs.
Lutz q Bro. of Washington.
The state of Maryland will be well rep
resented, and large number of the horses
from that section are expected to arrive
here Monday morning. The counties of
Loudoun and Fauquier in the state of Vir-
ginia, will also exhibit some fine horses,
and number of blue ribboners of the re-
cent Hamilton horse show have entered.
The premium list contains cash prizes
amounting to S1,1i0, almost double that of
last year.
From present indications it is believed
that at least 5000 people will be in attend
ance each day, and. there is every prom
Use of a fine exhibition, a large crowd of
spectators from Baltimore. Washington
and the surrounding country is looked for.
II. F.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-09-06
BACHELORS CAN'T BE TRUSTED.
Boston Women Resolve That They
Are Not Fit for Office.

The recent manifesto of Mrs. Charlotte
Smith against the bachelor politician has
become the subject of much attention from
the Womans Rescue League of Boston
AS result set of resolutions was passed
setting forth that THE American bachelor
politician shirks his duty to the human
family when he fails to provide home for
some good woman before he engages in
the profession of politics, therefore he is
not to be trusted after he has entered a
political arena in which temptations sur
round him on all sides, and, that, unfor-
tunately, modern society has heretofore
given the political bachelor too much lati-
tude by ignoring his private life.
Resolved. That as far as practicable a
list of bachelor politicians who are aspi-
rants for public office be obtained in the
states Of Massachusetts and New York and
formal protests be sent out against their
election or reelection by the Woman's Res
cue League, on the ground that they are
Ineligible to hold public office"
The league extends its congratulations
to ex-Mayor Edwin Upton Curtis of Bos-
ton, on his approaching marriage, and rec
ommends for him two years vacation
from politics, in which to enjoy his honey
moon.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-09-06

To the Editor OF The Eveuing Star:
In an issue of your paper of a few even
ings ago you refer to the probable uses
for the old library room of the Capitol
May stranger offer a suggestion? Why
not make of it a hall of Presidents, in
which the statue, in marble or bronze, of
every President, and these only. shall be
placed? Vice Presidents are thus honored
in the Senate chamber. but no provision
seems to have been made with systematic
design as far as the chief magistrates are
concerned. The zeal, patriotism and states
manship of our Presidents who have served
during periods Of profound peace have
been as great as those who have gained
their renown In war. Then why not honor
them with place in a statue hall that
belongs to the nation, and keep a consecu-
tive record Of that much of our history In
marble? Our history and our prosperity Is
not a record of half a dozen administra-
lions, but Of all of them.
If the old library room Is not suitable or
available for such purpose, why not one
Of the magnificent rooms of the new Con-
gressional Library? A hall of Presidents
would be a harmonious filling in of the WISH
BILE history Of our country in its capital
city. NEWCOMER.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-09-06
THREE LIVING WIVES.


Richard Wheeler Held for Trial Upon
His Own Admission.
Richard A. Wheeler, colored, aged about
thirty years. today pleaded guilty of having
three wives living. and was held in $l,OOU
for the action of the grand jury.
The arrest was made by Detective Carter.
The statement was made to the court that
October 81, 1894. Mary Madeline Clark of
61S 18th street northwest was married to
the defendant by Rev. w. T. jackson; that
October 13 last Wheeler and Rosa Smith of
513 New Jersey avenue northwest were
married by Rev. c. c. Mason. and that
June q last, Wheeler took for his third
wife Louisa White of 49, H street north
west, the ceremony being performed by
Rev. George w. Lee. Each of the ministers
named identified the prisoner as the man he
married to the woman who recognized him
as her husband.
Wheeler declined to make any statement.
and Judge kimball simply said 81 900
bond"
The second wife carried a small babe in
her arms and seemed to be very much more
distressed at the unfortunate circumstances
which have befallen her than were either
of the other women.
In conversation the first wife said
Wheeler treated her well until he grew
tired of her; the second said she had TO
cause until now to complain of wheeler's
conduct toward her. and the third said
Wheeler had treated her like a perfect
gentleman.
Wheeler has for some time past been en-
ployed as waiter at DietZ's saloon, On
Tth street northwest. When arrested by
Detective Carter, Saturday night ard in
formed of the charge against him. Wheeler
denied having married more than one wo-
against him was overwhelming he decided
to plead guilty.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-09-06

A sham Battle I'm which Ola G...~
Win Prevail

The arrangements for the sham hattie
under the auspices of the Capital Railway
Company, which is to take place at Con-
gress Heights this evening beginning at =
O'Clock. contemplate the presence of such
a gathering as has never been seen on The
south side OF the river. II is estimated from
information received by those having the
matter In charge that fully 100 persons
VIII atterd- Yesterday afternoon a num-
Der OF the members of the National Guard
acting as individuals and not as orsaniza-
toi;s' called at Mr.. Handles house and
volunteered to take part In today's com
met. The tenders were accented
by the plan agreed upon the conflicting
O. O. mrs Whlch VIII represent the United
states anu Spain. will he drawn up in line
OF battie on the large field which was for
merry used as n race track opposite Nil
son Park. Cuba. which will be represen,.i
by little Miss Lille Raymonde Brown OF
washington VIII be the prize contended
Tor Through an ingenious device there
VIII appear TO be great destruction of prom
erty belonging 10 the Cubans but after A
desperate struggle. which. Il is understood
VIII continue for several hours the forces
oil spain will be pui TO flight and the officer
commanding the United States forces VIII
wave banner over free Cuba
Previous u the battle. and commencing
ABOUT o clock. a meeting to express SYM
pathy for the Cuhans in their fight for nh
erty viii be held al Congress Heights This
Will be in charge of Mrs. Clara Bell Brown
ana Mrs. Bessie Beach Lincoln. director
general and vice director general. respect
lively, of the Woman's National Cuban
League. Those who have accepted inNi-
tatlons to speak at the meeting are Captain
Foster G.. Winn. an officer i'm The insurren,
army. or leave of absence for a short time:
former Representative Turner of New York
ana Colonel Il. NJ. Snowden of Washington,
with perhaps others.
A section of the Marine Band will fur
nish music both at the meeting and at an
propriate times during the progress of the
battle, and at the conclusion OF the en-
gagement series of appropriate life-size
pictures will be shown on a large screen
by aid of the cinemetograph
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-09-06
McKneW'S.
First
Exhibits
off Ladies'
New Autumn
Suits &
Separate Waists.

We have just secured an ad-
vance shipment of portion of the
superb collection of Separate
Cloth, Silk and Satin Shirt Waists
ordered for Our autumn trade for
the special benefit of our patrons
who desire to make early selec-
tons. This is tile first showing OF
these styles made in Washington,
and it includes many strictly ex-
elusive creations confined solely
to ourselves and several other
high-class cloak houses in other
cities. The dashing color effects
eclipse in brilliancy and chic the
productions of any former season.
The charming new Roman stripes,
plain cardinals and new greens
in the satin shirt waists cannot fail
to excite your highest admiration.
The new styles in sleeves may be
divided into three classes, coat
sleeves, pulled sleeves and tucked
sleeves, each inclusive of a num-
Der of novel and pleasing varia-
tons.
We shall make speciality of a line
of elegant Black India and Taffeta silk
and Satin Shirt Waists ut $780, IS,
$3.50, 81. IS and 50. These are shown
in all sizes and in all the various styles
of sleeves.
An exquisite collection Of Black Car
dinal, Navy and Plume Shirt Waists, in
serges and fine novelty cloths, shown
at from 81 to s.. They are nicely
lined, and just the thing for early au-
tumn wear.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-09-06
Collecting Evidence.

Members of the Northeast Washington
Citizens Association are collecting EVIL
dence concerning the accident at the Flor
ida avenue grade crossing on the Metro
poiitan branch Of the Baltimore and Ohio
railroad Friday night. and. as published In
Saturdays Star. the affair will be dis
cussed at tie meeting OF the association
pext week. If the facG justify the ASSOC
citation IN doing so the matter will be laid
before the proper authorities and a re-
prosecuted.
The horse aud baggy which figured in
the accident belonged TO Mfr. G. B. Clark.
He had been out driving and had sent the
outfit to the stable by q coiored man
named George Coleman. The latter denies
that there was q woman in the buggy At
the time Of the accident.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-09-06
sLAsHED HIS THROAT.
Peculiar Accident Which Happened
to b. and o. Conductor.


to n b. and o. Conductor.
Capt Bender one of the conductors on
the Royal Blue Line of the Baltimore and
Ohio railroad, met with a most peculiar
accident Saturday evening. and his escape
from fatal injury seemed to be almost
miraculous.
Shortly after the train left Philadelphia,
about pm, it became necessary, which
was very unusual, to take siding. Capt.
Bender alighted and went back toward the
rear to see if there was sufficient room on
the siding for his train, when he stumbled
ard fell on a barbed wire fence, thereby
cutting deep cash, fully an inch long, in
his throat.
Such assistance as could be rendered to
Capt. Bender was promptly given by the
train crew. and word of the accident was
telegraphed to DR.. l. r. Trimble the COM
psnys chief surgeon, at Baltimore. DR..
Trimble met Capt. Bender upon the arrival
of his train at Camden station and sewed
UP the wound.
Despite the pain with which he was suf-
fering, Capt. Bender stuck to his post and
brought the train through to it's terminus
in Washington. Later, he went to his
home in Baltimore. where yesterday, he
was thought to be improving, but was not
able for duty.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-09-06
OFFICER kENNEY,S RETURN.
Well-knOyvn Patrolman Comes HON.
and Explains n Mystery.

Policeman William J. kenney of the first
precinct, who disappeared so mysteriously
when he got his months salary Tuesday,
and who has since been dropped from the
police rolls. returned home last night and
was ready to go on duty this morning. to
find that Policeman ]. F. c. Nebb had been
promoted to his place Mrs. Kenney, wife
Of the officer. was much surprised when
her husband walked in the house last night,
and his return caused rejoicing in the
family 1t is explained by his friends that
he had been taking morphine to ease pain,
and on pay day he took an overdose. The
drug SO affected him that instead of re-
turning home he got on a train and went
to Boston, where his sister lives
Not until he reached Boston, it Is claim
ed, did he realize what he had done, and
he returned on the next train without even
calling on his sister. An effort to have
him rensta:ed is being made.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-09-06
i ITS INITIAL RIDE.

Washington City Troop Takes n Jaunt
to the Country.
The maiden ride of the recently organized
Washington City Troop took place yester-
day afternoon into the adjoining country.
under command of Capt. E. H. Pillsbury.
Several members of De Molay Mounted
Commandery, Knights Templar. accom-
panied the troop, there being about twenty
five horsemen in the party. The member
ship of the troop is now within ten or
twelve of that required for admission in the
District National Guard, and the additional
number are expected to soon enlist.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-09-06
A BALL AND BANQUET.
Wind-Up of the Gay Season Mt a
Popular Virginia Resort.
Spec al Correspondence of The Evening Star.

Spec al Correspondence of The Evening Star.
CAPON SPRINGS, September 4, 1897
The annual grand ball and banquet given
at Capon Thursday evening last by the
proprietor proved a brilliant climax to the
long series of handsome entertainments
given here during the summer. Both the
ball and dining rooms were beautifully
decorated with vines, ferns and cut flowers.
a feature Of the supper being the long
tables at OF end of the room where were
set forth huge joints Of beef, saddles of
mutton, hams end pigs roasted whole. IN
true old-time Virginia fashion. The guests
were received by Mrs. w. H. Sale of Capon.
in black brocade and old point lace, as
sisted by Mrs. c. F. Nelson. In black lace
over white satin and diamonds.
Among those present from Washington
were Mrs. B. H. Warner in white satin
and diamonds; Mrs. Edwin McCahill, black
and cream brocade;. Miss McCahill. light
nett. black satin; Miss Louise Barnett,
blue and pink brocade: Mrs. J. H. FAINT,
black and violet; Miss Carrie E. Smith. yell
low satin and chiffon: Mrs. w. Irwin
Brooke. white satin and diamonds; Mrs.
Polk Buell., mauve brocade; Mrs. Frank
Libbey, black satin and tulle; Miss Libbey.
white organdy over pink, with pink ribbons
Miss Patterson light blue and pearl satin;
Mrs. George Walls, violet brocade: Harry
L: n. Polk Buell., Fred Thompson. H. +.
Ellis, w. w. Moore. z;
Among the more prominent Of recent
arrivals are Mr.. and Mrs. John Y. Bassell
of Leesburg, Va.,i who have with them
their beautiful little grandson. Master
Miss Grace Davis, daughter of ex-senator
Davis, is spending September at Capon.
On Saturday next the annual fish fry
en- Capon river will take place.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-09-06
No COMPILATION OF TREATIES.


Senator Lodges Resolution Providing
for One Failed.
Constantly recurring statements in news
dispatches from Washington to the effect
that the resolution reported by Senator
Lodge at the end of the late extra ses-
sion of Congress providing for a compila-
ton Of all the treaties now In force be-
tween the United States and foreign gov
ernmknts Is now law are incorrect. The
resolution failed. there being no time for
Its final consideration. The work was ac-
ccrdingly not authorized
The impression has also been created nv
press reports that the Department OF State
mas at Its disposal, for distribution. copies
OF the Richardson Compilation OF Messages
and Papers OF the Presidents. This is also
an error. The entire edition OF that work Is
at the disposal of Congress only, and
copies are distributed through the super
intendent Of documents.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-09-06
MARRIED..

1AMBlE-STot'FFER Announcement Is made Of
TIM marriage In April last Of Mr.. CHARLES q.
SrotFFER and Miss Ml!DoiA A. GAMBLE. .
LANE-WfIEI.AN. on Sunday, September =. 1885,,
WIN. VI. LANE and ANNE C. WFEI.AS. both
of this city, at Baltimore. by the Rev. Father
Rierdan, chancellor al the cathedral.