Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-12

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politan Bank where he remained until he
appointed superintendent of the Dis
trict police in 1886. During all this period
he was conspicuous officer and an ac-
knowledged authority in military matters,
being made commander of the Washington
Light Infantry Corps in 1871 and colonel
of the 1st Regiment of District Militia at
the time of its organization few years
ago
Superintendent of Police.
In accepting the office of superintendent
of police Colonel Moore took the step re-
luctantly. 1t was a case where the office
sought the man, his earlier training par
ticularly fitting him to deal with the many
questions requiring extreme delicacy and
diplomacy.
Upon assuming the office of superintend-
ent of police he at once proceeded to bring
about a thorough organization of the force
His military training and quick decision
enabled him to master the SITUATION anu
bring the force at one period to h1gh
level. He was not only respected by all
of his subordinates, but ne was peloVeu
by them and the pleasant smile and gentie
word which he had for one and all at any
time will be sorely missed.
With respect to the poor and humble ne
was his own worst enemy, often giving
from his private means on the mere repre-
sentation CT poverty, he fearing to injure
the feelings of an applicant should he IN
yestigate the truthfulness of his statement
too closely.
In the performance of duty he was fear
less and courageous at all times, exnlpltlng
a high order of Judgment and discretion
and an honesty of purpose in every act
Under his administration 1t was MS en-
deavor to dispose of the more unpleasant
features attending the work of the police
without discrimination as to creed or
color, his constant idea being that business
should be conducted on high moral plane
Though not an experienced man IN the de-
lection of criminals, his selections for the
work displayed marked judgment, the
force under him being recognized by the
various departments throughout the coun-
try most efficient one.
During the inaugural ceremonies he gave
the entire work his personal attention, and
on each occasion they were attended by
thousands of participants without unpleas-
ant incident or loss to persons and prop
erty.
Prior to the visit of Coxey's army, when
all kinds of rumors We're circulated as to
the magnitude of the movement, Colonel
Moore was the first to counsel moderation
in everything. When called to the Execu-
tive Mansion, where he consulted by
the President of the United States, he gave
expression to views contrary to those of
others when he said. Mr.. President, be-
lieve course of moderation should be pur-
sucd to which the President replied, so
do l." and the peaceful solution of the en-
tire question at that time gave emphasis
to his excellent judgment
Colonel Moore's life was full of expe-
rienceS which space will not permit to mar
rate at this time. He was an educated
Christian gentleman. His strong heart
and iron frame We're made to give way by
dread disease which could not be con-
trolled by his physicians.
Major Moore was president and colonel of
the Washington Light Infantry Corps, be-
ing one of its organizers and most enthusi-
astic members. The news of the financial
straits in which the corps found itself when
the application for receiver was recently
filed caused him much worry, and If lie
could have willed it so he would have lived
to see the famous and historic old associa-
ton out of it's difficulties.
The major was prominent in the military
affairs of the capital before his acceptance
of the SUPPLEMENTARY of the police de-
partment. For some years after this, even,
be continued active in such matters. He
was veteran of the National Rifles, and
at the meetings of this old association he
was the life and spirit of the occasion. A
ready wit, brimful of anecdotes that never
failed of appreciation and possessed with a
remarkable memory, he could recite Incl
dents long since forgotten by his colleagues,
but all tie more enjoyably brought to mind
from the fluent tongue of Major Moore.
AS member of the Masonic fraternity
he was elevated to all the principal honors,
being twice commander of Washington
Commandery, No. l.
lete, an experienced swimmer and ac-
knowledged ball player and perfectly at
home in a boat upon the river. AS private
secretary to President Johnson he accom-
panied that gentleman on his famous tour,
which has gone down In history as The
swing around the CIRCLE and his wonder
ful memory enabled him to disclose in later
years memorable events and incidents
which occurred in those times, and much
of the history which has been contributed
to the public concerning the late President
Johnson and the events Immediately fol-
lowing the war was from his wonderful
store or knowledge upon the subjects,
Lost n Friend.
The men in the ranks of the police de-
partment deeply appreciate the loss Of Ma
Jor Moore Said well-known private to a
reporter for The Star this morning:
"All the boys realize that they have lost
their best friend in the department.. The
major was gruff at times, but 1t was all
over in minute, and he was the same
kind old gentleman as before. We all loved
he has done for In Major Moore we
knew the kind of man we had over us and
we did our best for him. Naturally the
men are very anxious to learn who will be
| his successor. 1t will be many years before
4 his memory fades from U.S.
This feeling is universal among the men
who were thrown in contact with the major
and who most willingly and heartily obevetl
4 his every command.
| To the caller at his Office Major Moore
always had word of hearty greeting, and
not one of his friends was allowed 10 de-
| part but In a good humor at some droll
story or anecdote.
| Major Moore had an exciting experience
| at his Office one day during the famous Pol
| Notwithstanding case. The principals In
| the scandal had met at the majors. whe,
| wordy conflict ensued and Miss Pollard
drew forth Q revolver and attempted To
shoot the siiver-tongued Kentuckian Ma
l nr INN nod hafxr
| frate persons and wrenched the loaded pis-
toll from Madelnes hand. at thu Same ffne