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The San Francisco call., 1898-04-29
THE CALIFORNIA
 WOMEN'S CLUB
Largely Attended Meeting al Which the Charter Roll
 Was Closed.
Addresses by John P. Irish and Sew eraI of the Ladies of
 the Club.

The spacious upper hall of the Califor- mia Hotel was crowded to the doors and beyond yesterday afternoon, the occasion being the first public meeting of the newly formed California Club.
 It was foretold of this organization at its inception that it's plan of action would attract to it the most prominent and representative women, and the prophecy has been fulfilled. Society leaders, ar lists. musicians. writers, teachers and women foremost in the philanthropic work of the community have gathered to- gether and joined forces for the perform ance of the practical work which is the object of the new society's being. and the meeting yesterday was brilliant one in every respect.
 John P Irish. the orator of the after noon, was introduced by a few well-chosen words from Mrs Lowell White, the presi- dent of the club, and delivered most in- teresting and inspiriting address on the subject, What Women May Do in Muni- cipal Government" MT. 1rish's remarks were frequently applauded.
 The speaker advised the ladies to read the new charter attentively from begin ming to end to think about 1t and its pro- visions seriously and to familiarize them selves, at least theoretically, with the requirements and workings of the differ GnI DIdnCHcS OL with a view 70 intelligently and wisely ex- erting their influence toward the better ment of existing conditions. charter commission, in which were three or four of our brightest and best women. would. he declared make a success of a most difficult undertaking.
 At the conclusion of the address Mrs. Ramon Wilson. head of the department of art. literature and music, briefly but clearly outlined the work which she pro- posed to do. with the cooperation of her fellow-members, in these lines during the coming year.
 Mrs. W. H. Mills followed with a very able paper on the proposed work of the association as a whole, the special place which it will endeavor to fill in our social structure and the real need that exists for the accomplishment of just what if aspires and fully intends to do. In the YcOurse of her remarks she gave a con fdensed history of the famous Chicago Woman's Club the shining example which the California aims to follow and excel if possible, and told of ne great benefits that have already accrued to that municipality through the wise and help
The San Francisco call., 1898-04-29
A GOOD EXAMPLE TO FOLLOW.

greater part of her address to an eloquent treatise on the subject of patriotism. She concluded with the hope that the out come of the war would result In the Americanizing of America and forever plotting out the descripuve adjectives that half the inhabitants of this country use in alluding to their nationality. This should be a country of Americans and as term themselves Spanish Americans, Irish-Americans, etc. If they are not Americans they should be driven out of the country.
 Among the other speakers were Mrs J. G. Clark and Mrs. F. French, both of whom gave short sketches of the present crisis and of the duties implied in their membership in the Red Cross League.
 At the conclusion of the meeting the "SIar-Spangled Banner" was sung by the members of the League, ufter which the members adjourned until next Monday afternoon.
The San Francisco call., 1898-04-29
DEMOCRATS MEET.
Session of the Thirty Fourth As
 sembly District Club.

There was a meeting of the Thirty fourth Assembly District Democratic Club in Mission Hall, Eighteenth street, above Valencia, last night for the purpose of electing twenty-five members to go to the general committee. which will meet at Pioneer Hall tonight.
 The meeting was held under the super vision of J. r. McGovern and Thomas Farrell The first person attempting to vote was Joseph Hay who was promptly challenged. as were all of the others, who were compelled to write their names to show they compared with the signatures on the roll of the club. Several ex-con- yicts and jailbirds took an active part in the proceedings. One of the tickets being voted is headed by Young Mitchell a prize-fighter and the other by R. L.. Mann, warrant clerk in Judge Campbell S court.
 On account of the mode adopted in challenging the voters il. is not expected to complete the vote until late this morn ing.
The San Francisco call., 1898-04-29
SUICIDE BY HANGING.
An Unknown Man Swings Himself From the Gas Fixtures With
 His SuSpenderS.

An unknown man committed suicide last Wednesday night by hanging himself with his suspenders in 0 lodging house 211 Fourth street.
 The deceased engaged the room late on Wednesday afternoon. AS he did not make his appearance yesterday morning the landlord. Julius Marty, got in through window and found the lodger hanging to the gas fixtures.
 When the body was searched in the Morgue, nothing was found on the person by which the dead man could be identified He was laborer. well built, and dressed In a suit of cheap clothes nearly new. He wore black Fedora hat black sack coat and vest and pantaloons with dark blue stripes. The hair was light red. the mus tache red and the eyes light blue. His nose is prominent, and he appears to be a Swede or a Dane
 An inquest will be held.
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They worked under splendid discipline, and they did much for me while I was there From what I saw there I know women as nurses in the hospitals and at the front can do much toward making a soldiers life an easier one to bear during the times of war do not believe much the spasmodic efforts of morbid senti- mentality But if nurses are sent to the front under the direction of the Red Cross League and organized for practical work under the direction of the medical de- partment of the army, 1t cannot but meet with appreciation and be a means of pre- venting much suffering and be the means of saving the lives of many of those who go to defend their flag and the honor of their country.
 ''To lessen the sufferings of the sick and wounded in time of war Is a noble work and when such work Is systemathed In accordance with needs and in harmony with military authority it cannot fail to ism"
The San Francisco call., 1898-04-29

N ALIFORNIA has placed her
 purse, her time and her best efforts
 at the disposal of the Red Cross
 League and Sanitary Commission. To the women of the State particularly this movement is of the closest interest Philanthropic women, business women, society women, are all equally ready to volunteer in a cause which appeals so strongly to every loyal heart For though she may have turned her atten- ton to charity, to politics, to business or to society, woman's ruling passion, which displays itself so admirably in every crisis, IS the mothering one.
 The women of California look upon the stern-faced soldiers who marched away from the Presidio the other day with collective sort of mother love, that IS not content with providing for their necessities while they are here, but follows them on, smoothing the difficult ties that lie in the way, cheering and comforting them with the assurance of a tender forethought that is never weary, never satisfied.
 The nurses of the State continue to volunteer-nurses of all ages and con ditions, from the woman who realizes fully what the offer of her services as war nurse implies to the young hos pital graduate, whose pretty fair head is turned with emotions of pity and love and patriotism.
 c But what about your family7" a graceful, well-dressed girl was asked who came volunteering her services, glowing with enthusiastic unselfshness
 "Oh, they don't like the idea she answered, nervously lingering the slender gold chain that hung about her neck. But I'm in earnest and they know it. So they will have to be re- conciled, for I intend to go Will you tell me just when I'll be wanted?"
 This question and all others that agi- tate the minds of the ardent, helpful people who are eager to begin active operations will be answered just as soon as the Sanitary Commission can meet and decide upon the course to be pur- sued
 As to the financial side of the Ques- ton, these people recognize that that is a thing which need not be delayed a moment So while the generous offers of personal services in any and all ways must for the present remain un- answered the checks which attest the fullness of California's generosity and its interest in the commission are timely and very welcome.
 The next meeting of the commission on Monday next IS awaited with the deepest interest In the meantime. though, California is not idle. Clubs, societies, individuals all over the State are putting themselves in readiness to respond to the Presidents appeal when ! it shall be made Whether the call 7 shall be for women's hands to sew or to nurse, or whether supplies in ma terial or money be required, there can be no doubting the response that will come. California's men have filled to overhowing the measure of soldiers demanded by President McKiniey California's women are actuated by the same spirit of generosity, of loyalty and of fidelity.
The San Francisco call., 1898-04-29
A NATIONAL
 UNIVERSITY
The Question Discussed by the Washington Memorial
 Association.
The Necessity of a Great School of Statesnanship and Poli-
 ties.

A meeting of the George Washington Memorial Association was he.- in Golden Gate Hall last evening, and many stirring speeches were delivered on the founding of a national university on the lines pro mulgated by George Washington. The hall was well filled and much enthusiasm was manifested by the audience.
 The opening speech was made by Martin Kellogg who spoke on the relation of a national university to State universities. He pointed out the great and growing need of university on the lines of that suggested by Washington, and thought that it should naturally exist at the na- tional capital, where its good work could be effectively carried on without interfer- ing in any manner with the State insti- tutions.
 Irving M. Scott spoke on our national defenses. He referred to the elaborate systems of defense in times of war pro- vided by Congress, but held that a national university, properly conducted. would educate our statesmen above the needs well grounded in diplomacy at such an institution that battles might easily be won without the assistance of giant guns or ironclad ships.
 orator of the evening: He spoke of the proposed national university as na- tional school of history and politics It would be a place. he said. where the records of Congress, the diplomatic mes sages and all which go to make up the history of a country could be system atically gathered together. There is no such collection at present available, and it would be impossible to secure in any place other than the national capital where all these records are kept on file With such a storehouse of political and historical information as this our diplo- mats might easily be the best informed in the world. and could easily cope with and settle any international complications which might arise without plunging the country into warfare.
 Dr. Voorsanger spoke of the great benefit such an institution would be in political education. and pointed it out as a means of raising the standard of politics above ring work and corruption.
The San Francisco call., 1898-04-29
PRACTICAL OFFER.

Mrs. A. Goodman, ladies' tailor at Ill Turk street. makes a generous offer to the Red Cross League. She commences her subscription to the fund of the society with a check for $20 and adds to 1t the following offer:
 SAN FRANCISCO April 2S, 1898
 To the Editor Of the Call: desire to offer through you. my services and those of the employees of the Goodman Ladies' Tailoring Establishment to the Red Cross League of Cal iforna Our machines. run by electricity, and experienced employees are at the disposal of the committee when are called upon to do any sewing the commission may require.
 Inclosed please find check for twenty (s2M dollars to be delivered to the treasurer of the league. Yours truly. MRS. A. GOODMAN.
The San Francisco call., 1898-04-29

passing of time. If the worst comes and the dread carnage of war proves inevi- table, let us hope to meet its horrors with a cooperation of effort and tend to lessen the sufferings of our California boys by providing for them some comfort when in need and nursing them when sick or in- Jured. In the institution of this Sanitary Commission. which shall have for its purpose the prevention of the spread of disease and the caring of the soldiers who have gone from here to fight for the dig nity and honor of their country, we must have as one of its prevailing features tender and loving sentiment. We cannot stop the bullet, but let us hope that our efforts may prove successful in saving the life where that bullet has not already carried death on it's cruel mission of hate
 The greatest danger we will have to contend with in the present war is not Spanish bullets. Yellow fever is the danger. We can defend ourselves one man against another; ship against ship; but we cannot frustrate poison. Cuba is the hotbed of yellow fever, and there is a serious doubt whether the army will be able to fight it.
 "The horrors of the Austrian war in 1866 from the ravageS of cholera-its most fatal conSequence-need hardly be recall ed to put you in mind of the necessity of your organization in the present crisis, as they are familiar to the mind of the student and those living who survived the awful plague
 We should not defer another day in
The San Francisco call., 1898-04-29
SPOKE OF ITS
 NOBLE MISSION
Daughters of the American Revolution Commend
 the Work of Mercy.

A meeting of Sequoia Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution was held yesterday afternoon at the Sorosis Club for the purpose of organiz- ing a branch of the Red Cross League. Many donations were received and gen. eral enthusiasm and patriotism prevailed during the entire meeting.
 Rabbi Voorsanger. who was a guest of the chapter. in outlining the duties the members of the league would be >called upon to perform. said:
 Ut is very difficult to say what might be required of the members of the Red Cross League in the future. The present we know The future is yelled in dark ness which can only be penetrated by the
The San Francisco call., 1898-04-29
Child Study Club Meeting.

A meeting of the Child Study Club will take place at the Occidental Hotel this afternoon at 2:30 o'clock.
 The feature of the meeting will be the learned address which will be delivered on the education of children by Miss Katherine Ball, entitled What Age Should Children Begin the Study ol Drawing?'
 The meetings are entirely free and all are earnestly invited to attend. It is ex- mothers will be present to listen to Miss Balls interesting address and get points on the education of their offspring.
The San Francisco call., 1898-04-29

the usefulness of the Red Cross League and Sanitary Commission.
 "I was at Harrison Landing on the James River during the war" he said, and 1t was perhaps the most unhealthy location in which our command was camped during the whole Civil War struggle. It was during the hottest time of the year and the food served out to us was not of the kind men live to eat. It was then that I learned what the Sani- tary Commission could do. That society sent us boatloads of such things as men
The San Francisco call., 1898-04-29

The reason for the change Is the in- creased facilities for comfort and the greater carrying capacity the new ar engagement will afford to that section of the road It is expected that the work will be completed in about four months, or at about the same time that the new Harrison n-street bridge is completed.
The San Francisco call., 1898-04-29
The Daughters of the American ReVOIu=
 tiOn Praise the
 Red Cross League.

crave who have too long been familiar with the rations of war. No one except those who have been living for weeks on strict army rations can appreciate the Joy
 that load of fresh cabbages can bring into camp The Sanitary Commission in those days sent fresh vegetables to the camps of the army whenever it could, and no soldier ever cheered more than when
The San Francisco call., 1898-04-29
A sunday-school Picnic.

The Central M E. Sunday School, for the first time in many years, will hold it's annual picnic separate from the other Methodist schools of the city to avoid the crowd that attends a union outing A delightful time is anticipated on Satur- day at Mirabel Park. on the Russian River.
The San Francisco call., 1898-04-29

full part the club has played in educa- tional and civic affairs.
 At the close of the session the list of charter members, which numbers over 300, was declared closed, and the ladies were asked to inform their friends that membership can now be secured only by application and indorsement.
The San Francisco call., 1898-04-29
To Change the Track.

On the order of General Manager Kruttschnitt of the Southern Pacific Com pany work was commenced to-day on the laying of the third rail which will convert the narrow gauge track from Alameda mole to Oakland into broad gauge track.
The San Francisco call., 1898-04-29
To Cure a Cold in One Day

Take Laxative Promo QuinIne Tablets. All drug gists refund the money if 1t fails to cure. 25c The genuine has L. B. Q. on each tablet.
The San Francisco call., 1898-04-29

"How to Succeed as a Journalist,' ,'' by one of the greatest newspaper men in the country; in next Sundays Call.
The San Francisco call., 1898-04-29
ENDORSED BY
 A SOLDIER Major Field Says Much Good Can Be Done by
 Organization.

Major Edward Field of the Second Ar filery and artillery inspector of the De- partment of California believes firmly ln
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-11-29
NOTICES.
NOTICES.
WATER DEPARTMENT..
General Notice.

The water cannot be turned on to any prem.
Uses except by the foreman or authorized EN-.
ploye of the Water Department, only lin new
buildings) as it may be turned on by the
plumber to test his work and to be turned off
Immediately after the test Is made.
Where houses are vacant in the month Of
December Of each year and to remain vacant
for an indefinite time, end written notice is
sent to the office Of tho Department requesting
the water to be turned Off the Water Depart.
ment will shut of the water at the expense Of
the owner.
The said property shall be exempt from Wa
ter Rent during such vacancy, from the first
day OF January until occupied, at which time
the owner shall pay the Water Rent In advance
for the balance OF the year, and the Water
Department will turn on the water.
When any water fixture has been removed
during any year written notice must BIO given
to tho department prior to January LIST, follow.
ing said removal, In order to HAYS the rent
charged for said fixture deducted from the
bill for the following year.
Plumbers will be allowed to shut off water
from premises for the purpose of making re-
pairs when necessary. and to turn 1t on when
Tho repairs are completed, always leaving the
stops and connections IN perfect condition.
Every person violating this section shall be
liable to q penalty OF Five Dollars for each and
every otfense.
BOARD CT WATER COMMISSIONERS.
nli.lmeod
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-11-29
New Uses of Alum in n M.

aluminium has lately found its way
extensively into vibrating and recipro-
eating machines, both large and small"
says the Engineering and Mining
Journal. Here the advantageous use
of the metal is entirely matter of re-
ducing the weight. Probably the best
illustration of the use Of aluminium in
revolving machinery is in using an oil
cup on the driving-wheel of loco
motive in connection with a driving
rod. With the increased speeds that
the roads are now aiming to attain, 1t
is necessary to increase the diameter
Of the driving-wheels, and consequent
ly the tendency to break the shank of
the oil cups materially increases, and
with some of the large engines which
have been built, cups made Of COM
position are frequently broken. These
cups are now, and have been for some
time, successfully cast in aluminium,
and have given great satisfaction"
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-11-29
Safety Paper.

A new kind Of safety paper for
banks, &C., is announced, though the
inventors name does not appear. It
is foreign idea, one feature Of the
invention consisting in printing or
otherwise impressing on the paper en-
ployed a plurality of sets of lines or
marks, one or more of which sets are
indellble and the remaining sets del
ible; these lines or marks are made so
fine and so closely alternating or rela-
lively disposed that, in ordinary OBJ
servation with the naked eye, no sim
gle line or mark Is distinguished
Again, the indelible lines or marks are
made of color differing from though
complementary to that Of the delible
lines or marks, so that, owing to their
close juxtaposition, they will convey
the impression Of a color differing from
those Of either Of the sets Of lines or
marks. Thus, any chemical action
or erasure on such paper would, it is
claimed, be at once discernible, and the
shade made by the two color Combi-
nations would be hard to duplicate.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-11-29
PEOPLE WHO LIVE IN TREES.

Tho Strange But Gifted Inhabitants of New
Guinea In tho South Seas.
OF all the islands of the south seas
New Guinea is In some respects the
most peculiar. With its towns built on
the water, its native castles in the trees
and its strange native inhabitants, who
have been steadily dying out since the
advent Of the white man, it is an in
tensely interesting bit of the world.
The natives are gifted with such re-
markable powers that they can see into
distances far beyond the vision of the
white man; they can track the wild
beast by signs that the white man can
not learn; they can find food and drink
in deserts where white men would per-
ish Of thirst and starvation.
The accompanying picture represents
one Of the treehouses built by natives
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-11-29

times Oh, dear! Oh, dearl You'll
die. I'm sure you will" ..,
Then said Jack: Come, old fell
low, 1t isn't a laughing matter. Let
me have . look"
With that he knelt down and turning
up my trousers leg, Anna the while
gazing with streaming eyes, they saw
where the laugh came In.
But, honor bright, not once did re-
member the artificial limb. OF course
felt no bite or wound. felt the
blow she gave when she killed the
snake; one naturally feels jar If
stick one has in hand is struck, for ex-
ample. but l felt nothing else.
"Oh, you horrld fellow. You never
told me you had a wooden Leg said
Anna.
II have not. 1t Is Of superior Span
ish cork" I replied.
Lucky for you, old man." said Jack,
as he turned to go and the Kaffir Jan
smiled as he picked up the dead mamba
and said:
"Ya. boss, good Job he no bitey you.
Him fangs Likely shark hook"
Then the honest fellow examined the
cork limb and therefrom extracted a,
fang nearly half an inch lsng.
Still. in a dazed fashion, Anna ca
ressed the limb, scarce knowing what
she did, then remembering all at once.
her pale face flushed az she murmur-
ed: "Oh, what will you think Of
me?"
THAT you are just the woman to
make me good wife II you only will"
And she willed. Thanks for all
mercies.
When we told Jack Of our arrange
ment what do you think he said? Just
this:
HIN! Not the first time a serpent
has played the devil In a garden"