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Evening star., 1898-02-16
NATIONAL COUNCIL.
Farmcrs' Alliance Opened Its Session
YeSterday Afternoon.

The National Council of the Farmers
Alliance opened yesterday afternoon at
the Hotel Vendome, with an address by
President Mann Page of Virginia. Pitt
Rahiely of Minnesota delivered a lengthy
address. dealing with the duty of farmers
in politics. Mr. Hahilly suggested that GER
tain legislation affecting the interests of
the farmer should be had.
An interesting part of the address was
that which declared that the farmer held
practically none Of the offices in Mime
Sofa 1t was degrading condition for the
grea test agricultural state in the world.
He suggested that the farmers demand
representation in all the offices in propor-
tion to the strength of the agricultural
ella sSeS.
Three other subjects demanding leglsla-
ton are. he says the enforcement of the
laws relating to common carriers, similar
laws with relation to the common carriers
of foreign products, and the banding to-
gether of the forces of political life against
any change in the laws relating to these
common carriers. In conclusion, he coun-
seled the members of the alliance never to
cast vote for any man who had ever
used his influence against the interests of
the farmers.
They will be in session several days.
Evening star., 1898-02-16
SLIGHT FIRES TODAY,
Aged Woman Seriously Burned and u
Policeman Injured.

Truck d Company of the fire department
was called, about II o'clock today, on
local alarm to house No. lbs l. street north
west. There was not much damage done
to the house, but Susan Hall, colored who
Is more than eighty years old, was pain
fully burned about her arms and body
Mrs. Hall lives in the house with her son.
Joseph Dickson, and this morning, after
she filled the stove with coal and turned to
walk away, her dress caught fire. Her
outcry brought neighbors to her assist
ance. and the fremen were soon at the
house.
A physician was called to attend the in
jured woman
An alarm was sounded from box 623
about II 20 o'clock, for fire in the house of
Levi Allen, No. 624 North Capitol street
The flames had gained considerable head
way by the time the firemen reached the
house. 1t is thought that the damage
amounted to about $50.
About 1870 o'clock No. engine company
was called to the house of Mrs Carroll, No.
1916 10th street. The fire was the result
of supposed defective fiue But little
damage resulted. Policeman Barbee, while
acting in the capacity of fireman, was
struck by a brick. which fell from the
chimney. His injury was dressed by the
physicians at Freedmen's Hospital
Evening star., 1898-02-16

J. f. Montgomery Points Out Curious
COfncidences.

CHICAGO, February l6.-Commodore J.,
E Montgomery, once OF the United States
Easy, commanding officer of the confcder.
ate feet during the civil war and the man
who raised the frigate. afterward the ram,
Merrimac, was very emphatic today in de-
claring the sinking of the battle ship
Maine in Havana harbor the result Of
treachery, and act without parallel in
the worlds history. In his opinion. war
must inevitably follow.
when the divers go down and examine
the hull of the vessel said Commodore
Montgomery, lit will be found that it was
stove in by a torpedo exploded under the
| bow. with diaboical intent To be sure. an
accident may occur on shipboard-a maga-
zine or a boiler may explode. But consider
all the circumstances, and you Will not en-
tertain the theory of an accident.
In the history of our navy there never
has been such accident. Why should
the first one occur in so perfectly equipped
a vessel as the Maine and under so capable
a commanding officer Sigsbee? Why
should 1t occur in Havana harbor where
the vessel Was at the mercy of an enemy,
capable of treachery, as We know the
Spaniard is and has been as long as he has
figured in history. Why should II follow so
closely the recent exposure of the Spanish
minister to the United States as a des-
oemeanor in Washington. while giving vent
to his hatred of our chief executive and
Cur people in private letters to compa-
triotS? The combination of facts Is too
strong to leave a doubt. l miss my guess
If retIibution will not be swift
Evening star., 1898-02-16

Prospect Good for Electric Cars
There Sunday.


President Dunlop of the Capital Trac-
ton Railway Company is of the opinion
today that it will be possible to begin
running the cars by electricity the entire
length of the 14th street line by Sunday
morning. The only thing now in the way
is the non-arrival Of certain sections of
copper wire from the manufacturers which
are needed to complete the connection with
the Potomac power house in Georgetown.
1t is believed, however. after long distance
telephone conversations between the office
Of the railway company and the manufac-
turers, that the wire will get here and be
put in place SO that the operation of the
18th street line from the Treasury Depart
ment to the northern terminus on 14th
street extended can be begun at the time
above stated.
1t was believed last week that this re-
suit would be reached by the middle of
the present week. 1t is stated on the part
of the company that every effort was made
to accomplish it, but, owing to various
circumstances, it was found impossible to
finish the work People living along I4th
street will be delighted to hear that the
| company is still promising and they will
be still more delighted when the cars are
actually running by electricity the entire
length of 14th street.
Evening star., 1898-02-16
The Kansas Pacific Sale Brought
Up in tie Senate.
Mr.. FURHE'B RESOLUTION
Sharp CoI;oq,y Between Senators
Allen and Spooner.
BANKRUPTCY IN THE HOUSE

In the absence of the Vice President to-
day Senator Frye, the president pro tenn
pore, occupied the chair at the opening
Of the Senate
Mr.. Davis, from the foreign relations
committee. offered and secured the adop-
ton of a resolution, requesting the Presi-
dent. If not Incompatible with the public
interest to send to the Senate the papers
and correspondence with the Haytian gov
ernment, relating to the claim of Hugo o.
Lotis.
The Military Academy appropriation bill
was reported from the committee on ap-
propriatfons and placed on the calendar.
Mr.. Perkins fCaI) secured the adoption
OF a resolution requesting the President
to inform the Senate, If not incompatible
with the public interest, what was the
opinion and decision of the arbitrator in
the claim of Charles Oberlander and Bar
bara M. Messenger against the govern
ment Of Mexico
Mr.. Bacon (Ga.) offered a resolution di-
recting the Secretary of the Treasury to
furnish the Senate information concerning
the coinage of standard silver dollars, seig-
niorage and profits. The resolution was
adopted.
The Kansas Pacific Road.
The resolution of Mr.. Turpie of Indiana,
offered yesterday declaring it to be the
sense of the Senate that the sale Of the
Kansas Pacific branch Of the Union Pacific
railroad ought not to be confirmed unless
the principal and interest of the claim due
was paid by the reorganization committee
was called up by Mr.. Turpie, who asked
for its adoption.
Mr.. Gear Qowa), chairman of the Pacific
railroad committee, said he hoped the res
olution would not pass. the Senate had
no information concerning the sale. He be-
heved that the road was worth no more
than the principal Of the governments 8
claim.
Mr.. Hale moved that the resolution be re-
ferred to the Pacific railroad committee.
Mr.. Allen (Neb) objected to such refer
ence. He desired the Senate. he said. to
take such action as would save the govern
ment the s67Oo,OOo interest which would
be lost If the sale were confirmed.
How do you propose to prevent the
loss?" inquired Mr.. Spooner CWis).
by redeening the first mortgage bonds"
replied Mr.. Allen.
Then" persisted Mr.. Spooner, you
would. by redeeming the first mortgage
bonds, add about s7,600,00O to the govern
ment's claim, making about $2O,OOO,OOO in
alp
THAT is precisely what would do' re-
piled Mr.. Allen
after you did that asked Mr.. spooner.
chow would you hold the road?"
81 would hold 1t by placing it in the hands
of receiver" said MI. Allen. THAT would
be proper and legal
do you think" inquired Mr.. Spooner
that any court in the land would permit
you to hold that road and. as you suggest
a receiyer?' - .,t.
Without action on the Turpie resolution
the Senate at l. 80 went into executive ses-
sion. u
Evening star., 1898-02-16
PROBING FOR THE FACTS
Proceedings in Trial of Edward Smith
Charged With Murder.
The Evidence of Witnesses Proves
Subsequent to the Crime.

The trial of Edward Smith, coFored, for
the murder of Edmonia jackson, the 18th
of last November, was continued today be-
fore Judge Bradley in Criminal Court No. 2.
James c. Jackson, husband of the MUIR
dered woman, was called by the govern
ment to testify that he had been lawfully
married to Edmonia. Thomas Wilson, John
Nelson, Charles Edwards, John Brookings,
Caleb Adams. all colcred, took the stand
to testify to threats to kill Edmonia utter
ed by Smith. They were fellow-prisoners
Of Smith at the Jail last fall
The testimony of Nelson was substan-
TALLY the same as recited in The Star Mon
day. Edwards stated in effect that one day
when Edmonia Jackson called at the Jail
to visit her husband Smith remarked tc
here for" The day Smith was released
from jail, after serving the Police Court
sentence, witness bade him good bye, and
suggested that he be careful of his ac-
tons, SO that he would not be returned to
the jail.
''Oh, I'll be back in few days." was the
reply of Smith, 'for I'm going to fix that
--,' meaning il, the opinion of the
witness, Edmonia Jackson.
a Few days thereafter, true to his word,
Smith was brought back to the jail. Wit
ness said to him: You've got yourself in G.
nice fix; what did you kill that woman
for?"
Because she bothered me-" Smith made
reply. "Oh, L don't care. 1 amt got but
one time to die, and 1 wish they would
hang me-"
The Detectives Story.
Detective Thomas P. Hartigan of the
sixth precinct related a conversation had
with Smith at the station house the after
noon of Friday, November 19-the day the
body of Edmonia Jackson was found. The
witness asked Smith where he had slept
Monday night, November Is. The prisoner
replied that he did not remember. Tuesday
night, he said, he stayed at house down
town. Wednesday night he returned to the
house in Madison alley about II o'clock
He was drunk and fell to the floor, going
to sleep Immediately. He left the house
about or o'clock in the morning.
Thursday night, Smith said, he slept in
the kitchen of some house in the alley he
couldn't remember which one.
You killed that woman" the detective
said to the prisoner.
mo. 1 didn't" the prisoner responded +;
"she killed herself"
How do you know she killed herself?'
the detective wanted to know.
Smith refused to answer the question.
The prisoner, the following day. was
taken to view the body in the morgue Al
though it was very cold in the building
perspiration gathered on the forehead Of
Smith, 1t was said, as large as peas while
he gaZed at the remains.
According to the detective, Smith made
many contradictory statements to him.
Evening star., 1898-02-16

to the former an honorable discharge and
to the latter a term in the penitentiary.
A law under which every debtor will Sc
cure not a cent more nor a cent less, than
is due him.
A law which will 50 protect the honest
debtor that he cannot be coerced into Civ
ing preferences or paying unjust claims by
threats of attachments.
A law which will enable every honest
debtor to have, at all times, the assistance
and advice Of all of his creditors, without
the fear that on an attempt to take ad-
vantage of each other. they will wreck him
financially.
A law which will enable debtors to be
honest and creditors 70 be humane.
A law which will rebound to the best in
teresfs of the whole people.
Mr.. Underwood tAla.), member of the
COMMITTEES, opened for the opposition tc the
bill. He was in favor of an equitable bank
rupt law, he said, but he was opposed TO
the pending measure. His condemnation of
the involuntary features was severe. He
said some of the causes for throwing a
man into bankruptcy were unduly harsh.
Evening star., 1898-02-16
A Mother Plead. for Her Boy,

A small colored boy named George Nc
Pherson, who has been in trouble several
times, was a prisoner in the Police Court
today, charged with vagrancy. and 1t was
alleged he had been found behind the coun-
ter in Mrs. Shapiro's store. Two wit
nesses told of the boys conduct in the
store and ne made denial. His mother,
who was in court, pleaded for his release,
although she admitted he had given her
trouble before.
''This is the third time he has been ar
rested" she said, but please be easy on
him."
'Its about time for him to go to the re-
form school," the judge told her.
"Please don't send him there" the
mother pleaded. Send him to jail II you
send him anywhere, and then he will not
be gone 50 long"
'"The best thing for the boy is to send
him to the reform school," the judge told
her. THAT will rake a man of him."
A sentence of sixty days on the farm was
finally imposed.
Evening star., 1898-02-16

Damages Awarded to Some of the
Property Owners,

Damages Awarded to Some of the
Property Owners.
The marshars jury of twelve members, in
the matter of the extension of Connecticut
avenue between Florida avenue and Water
side Drive, this afternoon submitted its
findings to the court. The jury assessed
damages to owners as follows: Walden
Meyer, lots 55 and SO, S13,315.O4; ]. Donald
Cameron lot 5, s.. .423; ]. Donald Cameron,
lot 80, 81 $50; J. Donald Cameron, lot 81,
$1S450; ]. Donald Cameron. lot Al. S451 81
Anthony ]. Drexel, lot 4, s., ,126; Anthony
]. Drexel, lot 3, SS2s: Anthony ]. Drexel,
lot 3S, 81 1880 Herman Gasch. lot Z, S400.
The proceedings upon which the foregoing
findings were based was the second hear
ing of the matter. The verdict of the jury
of seven men which sat during the original
proceedings was objected to by the proper
ty owners, and in consequence the second
hearing was ordered before a jury of
twelve. which consisted of A. d. Hazen,
foreman; Henry F. Blount, J. Maury Dove,
John c. Poore, E. Southard Parker, c. c.
Bryan, Nicholas H. Shea, Robert B. Ten
ney, Christian Heurich. Montgomery Blair,
j. ]. Hogan and George Gibson.
Evening star., 1898-02-16
THE HOUSE.

The House today entered upon the con-
sideration of the bankruptcy BILL which
was reported by the judiciary committee
as a substitute for the Nelson bill passed
by the Senate at the extra session. Under
the order made the debate upon the meas
ure is to continue until o'clock on Friday.
when the vote shall be taken. Mr.. Hender-
son Qowa), chairman Of the judiciary com
mittee, took the floor Immediately after the
reading of the journal and opened the de-
bate. His remarks wers carefully prepared
and much of his time was devoted to de-
tailed explanations Of the provisions of the
Evening star., 1898-02-16
A COINCIDENCE.
Claim for Damages Caused by the
Maine's Collision Reported.

Coincident with the destruction of the
Maine and recalling accident that
created considerable interest at the time
the House committee claims today di-
rected a favorable report on a bill au-
thorizing the Secretary of the Treasury to
pay to the New York New Haven and
Hartford railroad $4,440 for damages by
the Names collision with the company's
property July 20 last. Other vessels in the
river compelled Capt. Sigsbee of the Maine
either to run into the company's pier, AZ
East river, and car float 21, or risk sink
ing the excursion steamer Isabella and en-
dangering the passengers crowding her
decks. The department congratulated the
commander of the Maine for prompt ac-
tion in this emergency.
Evening star., 1898-02-16

CHICAGO, February 16.-The first corn
convention ever held In the United States
began today at the Great Northern Hotel.
About $50 delegates are present and more
are expected. Nearly all the middle west
ern states are represented, as well a
few of the far western commonwealths.
Arrangements have been made for giving
practical demonstration of the value of
corn as food, a kitchen having been opened
where bread. crackers and a number of
table delicacies are to be had for the ask
ing.
Evening star., 1898-02-16

His BrOuSham Caught Between Gates
and Cut in Two,

LONDON. February 16-The Marquis of
Salisbury and his second son. the Rev. Lord
William Gascoyne-Cecil, who is rector of
Bishops Hatfield, had a narrow escape
from death or serious injury yesterday
evening as they were entering the gates of
Hatfield.
A gust of wind swung the heavy gate
against the brougham in which they were
riding, cutting the vehicle in two between
the wheels. The horses proceeded with the
front part of the brougham, leaving the
Marquis of Salisbury and his son entangIed
in the remaining debris. They were only
shaken, however.
Evening star., 1898-02-16
TORNADO AT CUMBERLAND.

Car Roofs Blow Awny-Drakemen's
Lives Endangered.
Special Dispatch to The Evening Star.
CUMBERLAND, Md. February 18.-A
terrific wind prevailed here. Car roofs are
being blown off and brakemen are COM
PEELED to get down between the cars to
prevent their being thrown off.
Last night a train broke in two on the
mountain. and it took nearly two hours
TO get it together. The snow was blind
ing and trainmen were almost thrown
from their feet.
The inciosure of the tri-state race track
has been demolished.
Evening star., 1898-02-16
Ex-Pre.ident Harrison Talks.

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind, February 49,
Wren ex-President Benjamin Harrison
was asked by the Associated Press for a
statement regarding the destruction of the
United States battle ship Maine he said:
THE occurrence is most terrible and
shocking one. 1t is to be hoped that an
investigation may leave no doubt that /,
was an accident. If there should be any
room for suspecting foul play, it would be
very unfortunate"
Evening star., 1898-02-16
Loweree-Brehme Nuptial..
Special Dispatch to The Evening Star.

SpecIaI DISPATCH 70 The Evening Star.
ANNAPOLIS. Md. February 16.-The
marriage of Miss Eleanor Lucille Loweree
daughter of Assistant Secretary of State
Loweree, to Mr.. Thomas Hall Brehme of
Laurel, Prince Georges county, occurred
at ii O'Clock this morning in ST. AIMS
Church. The Rev. Mr.. Register of st.
Paurs. Cathedral Buffalo, N. Y, officiated
Evening star., 1898-02-16
Files n PrOtesf-

At the meeting last evening of the local
Federation of Labor resolutions were
adopted stating that the present force of
plasterers employed on the new Jewish
Temple do not Lelt tng to the Knights of
Labor, and protesting against their being
continued at work there
Evening star., 1898-02-16
Z. S. TROOPS START TO ALASKA.

Two Companies of 18th Infantry
Leave Vancouver Barracks.
PORTLAND, Ore, February 16.-Com-
panies G and H, 14th Infantry. numbering
125 officers and men, have left Vancouver
barracks en- route to Skaguay via Tacoma
This is the first detachment to go north
for the purpose of maintaining law and or
der at the head of Lynn canal The other
two companies will leave on the 9th.
Evening star., 1898-02-16
Thornton Pleads Guilty.

Charles Thornton today pleaded guilty
before Judge Scott of promoting policy
and was sent to Jail for sixty days ard
fined So In default of payment Thorn
ton will have to serve for thirty days I'D
ditional.
Evening star., 1898-02-16
KANSAS PACIFIC SOLD.

Alvin W. Krech, Representing ReOr-
ganizatiOn Committee, Purchaser.
TOPEKA, Kan, February 16.-The gov
ernment lien on the Union Pacific case was
wiped out today at the Union Pacific sta
ton in this city. The Kansas Pacific road
was bought in by Alvin w. Krech. repre-
senting the reorganization committee, for
6,303, 900. There was no competition at
the sale. Mr.. krech was the only bidder.
Evening star., 1898-02-16
THERE 0SA GLASS M|F PfraPl s

Who are injured by the use Of coffee. Recently
there has been placed In all the grocery stores u
new preparation called GRAIN-O made Of pure
grains. that takes the place Of coffee. The most
delicate stomach receives It without distress and
but Few can IL 1t from coffee. 1t does not cost
over Y as much. Children may drink 1t with great
benefit 10 cts and Is cts per package. Try it.
Ask for GRAIN-O. ta1S- -6m-2
Evening star., 1898-02-16
TUG BOAT FRANKIE LOST.
Five Men Supposed to Have Beer
Drowned Aboard.

NEW YORK, February 16.-A tugboat,
said to be the frankie. today capsized and
sank in the lower bay. 1t is said that at
least five men were lost
The ferry boat Castleton of the Staten Is
land line was on her way to New York
when the tugboat was heard whistling for
Eelp. The ferry boat went to its did, but
the tug sank quickly. The number of the
men on tine tug was not definitely known.
Two were saved, and it is said that at least
five were lost.
Evening star., 1898-02-16
STEAMER ERICSSON SINKS.
Sixty Passengers Taken or EN- Route
to Philadelphia.

PHILADELPHIA, February 16. - The
passenger and freight steamboat Ericsson,
which plies between this port and Balti-
more. sank in the Delaware river off Will
mington about 6:30 this morning.
Sixty passengers were taken off and are
now on their way to this city. The Ercs-
son left Baltimore at o'clock yesteray af-
ternoon. She lies easy in ten feet of water
Evening star., 1898-02-16

Susie Hight. colored, was today fined $3
by Judge Scott for the larceny of a piece
Of meat valued at 60 cents from Morris
Schoepless. At the request of Lawyer
Chase Judge Scott allowed the woman to
60 upon the payment of 81, with the under
standing that she will pay the balance Sat
urday.
Evening star., 1898-02-16

The will Of the late Ann Eliza Davidson.
dated January 5, 1897, was this afternoon
filed for probate. The entire estate of the
deceased is bequeathed to near relatives.
ri Bradley Davidson is named as executor
Evening star., 1898-02-16

Henry Henson, colored was convicted to-
day in Criminal Court No. 1 of second Of
fense petit larceny. He was remanded to
await sentence.
Evening star., 1898-02-16
DEATH OF CHRISTIAN SCIENTIST.

MINE IsabeIIn Frankifh JOneH Hefunes
Aid of Physician.
KANSAS CITY, Mo-, February 16.-Miss
Isabella Franklin Jones, one OF the leading
Christian Scientists of the United States,
who came to this city two months ago from
Chicago, is dead, of pneumonia. complicated
with measles. She did not have a physician
during her illness, and when the case was
reported to Coroner Bedford he determined
TO make an investigation. Miss Jones was
forty-five years Of age.
Evening star., 1898-02-16
Nolle Pros. Entered.

On motion of the district attorney,
charge of false pretenses against Frank ..
Mathews, alias Doctor Mathews, was today
nolle pressed in Criminal Court No. l.
Evening star., 1898-02-16
Cost Her Five Dollars.

Lucy Lewis today paid S. by direction Of
Judge Scott for pulling a handful of hair
out Of the head Of Mary Rice, her sister
in-law. Both parties are colored.
Evening star., 1898-02-16
Arain on the bench,

Judge Scott of the United States branch
Of the Police Court. who had been con-
fined to his home for a couple Of days
with heavy cold. occupied the bench to-
day.
Evening star., 1898-02-16
Prince Henry Sail. FL

Prince Henry Sails From Colombo.
COLOMBO. Ceylon, February 18.-Prince
Henry of Prussia and the German vessels
under his command sailed from here yes
terday, on their way to China,
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-05
North and South United.

MONTGOMERY, Ala, July 5.-For the
first time since the civil war the Fourth
was celebrated enthusiastically here.
Fire crackers exploded all day and
handsome fire works were sent up at
night from the steps of the capitol build
ing where almost forty years ago Je1-
ferson Davis took the oath of office as
President of the Confederate States OF
America.
The whole proceedings OF the day
were most impressive as marking the
reunion in spirit, sentiment and actual
ity of the two great divisions OF this
grand republic, the north and the south
Not since the great conflict Of brother
AGAINST brother, in the years of '61 to
'65. has the sentiment OF unity Deen
realized or expressed until the presen'
crisis came upon us, and yesterdays
celebration here is an expression OF bu'
a small part of the patriotism and 10y
altv that is felt throughout the whole
south to the Union and the Stars ane
Stripes.