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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
Frank Funk Still at Large.

Detective Weldon, Mr.. Given of District
Attorney Davis Office and Miss Margaret
Brooks have returned from Springfield. ILL.,,
where they went to see the man under ar
rest on suspicion of being Frank Funk
The prisoner wasIs released when Miss
Brooks informed the oahcials that he was
lot the alleged murderer of her father
and assailant and rebber of her mother.
Harry Nelson is the name given by the
suspect when he WIS arrested, and he says
his home is in Louisville He was with
two other men when aarrested, and the
ciasped hands in Incia INK OH his arm salts
fled the Collinsville1 officials that they had
made no mistake. Detective Weldon saws
Nelson has the appearance of being a
tramp, although he'denies that he is such.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
AFFAIRS IN GEORGETOWN.
Frank jackson Accused of Keeping
Gaming Table-Other News.


Gaming Table-Other News.
Policemen Davis and Short arrested
Frank Jackson, a colored man, 2 o'clock
Saturday morning, on a charge Of keeping
a gaming table. The prisoner lives at 1904
30th street, and when the place was enter
ed by the police the proprietor and Will
lam Evans and George Butler, also color
ed, We're taken in charge. They were held
as Migrants, and as such were sent to Po-
lice Court this morning.
While in a cell Jackson wrote a note and
handed 1t over to some friend for delivery.
The note was captured by Detective Frank
Burrows. and contained considerable evil
dence against the prisoner. He wanted
the recipient of the note to visit several
friends and get them to go to the Police
Court and swear that he did not keep a
gaming table. For doing this Jackson
promised. it is said, to give each witness
81 in cash.
All arrangements have been made for
the laying of the corner stone of the new
parish hall of Grace P. E. Church. on 32d
street below M street, the exercises to
take place this evening at o'clock. The
work on the new building was started
some time ago, as stated in The Star, and
the construction has reached satisfac
tory stage. the foundations being laid and
everything in readiness for building the
SuperStructure. The edifice when COM
pleted will cost $500 and will be two
stories in height. The hall is expected to
be ready for occupancy by October.
Mr.. Charles j. Smith, the well-known
contractor, was arrested this morning
shortly after 10 o'clock by j. R. Rabbit,
the agent for the Humane Society, on the
charge of cruelty to animals. Two charges
We're preferred against the contractor. In
both cases the arrest was made because of
the fact that horses were being worked
that had sores on their bodies. The de-
PENDANT furnished s. collateral in each case
for his appearance in court.
An auxiliary cruiser to the Potomac river
fleet was launched Saturday evening at the
wharf at the foot of 32d street, Detective
Frank Burrows being the master of cere-
monies. The cruiser ts the boat built by
the men of the seventh precinct, and will
be used for general work along the river
front of this secuon,l and also for the
pleasure of the policernen themselves. The
nautical club formed has elected Police
man Lee Witt as commodore, Will Hess
commiSsariat and Buck Birkigt as
boatswain.
Joseph e. Rawlings who died Friday at
his residence, near 18th street and Penn
sylvania avenue, was a member of the
Georgetown Masonic Relief Association.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25

The will of the late Michael A. French,
dated October 2s, 1896, was filed today for
probate with the register of wills. He dis
poses of his property as follows: To Frank,
William, JOIN and Hattie Anderson, chill
dren of his deceased daughter. s25 each; to
Anthony B. and Albert F. Moore, grand
children, $500 each; to his daughter. George
j. Brotherton, the piano and furniture; to
his granddaughter. Savilla Brotherton,
jewelry and personal effects. The residue
OF his estate is to be divided among his
daughters, Elizabeth V. Haskins, Harriet
l.. Lepreux. George ]. Brotherton, Ada
b. Lauer, Fannie NJ. Kirby and Sarah c.
Duffy.
John 1. Brown and Andrew Jackson are
named as executors. The witnesses of the
testament are ]. Hall Lewis, Thomas Fran
ces jr., and VIM. N. Becker.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
CITY AND DISTRICT.

Try Reisinger's Ice cream. 2a5 C ST. NV
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
EXCURSIONS TOMORROW.

Steamer Samuel J. Pentz for River View
at 10 am, 2:15 and 6:45 pm
Steamer Charles Manchester for Marshall
Hall and Mount Vernon at 10 am and z:''o
pm.
Steamer Jane MoseIey for Colonial Beach
at am.
Steamer Newport News for NorfoIk anu
Fortress Monroe at $50 pm.
Steamer Estelle Randall for Glymont ana
intermediate landings at $50 am
Steamer Harry Randall for colonial
Beach and river landings at am
Trains leave 1872 street and Pennsylvania
avenue for Arlington hourly from am to
pm.
Trains leave 49, street and Pennsylvania
avenue for Mount Vernon hourly from III
am. to 3 pm
Trains leave Aqueduct bridge for Arling-
ton and Fort Myer and Falls Church every
half hour from am. to Il pm
Trains leave 32d and NJ streets and 32d
and p streets every ten minutes for West
Chevy Chase and Glen Echo.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
Kansas Volunteers Death.

The friends of the late John H. Bartlett,
who was for many years clerk in the
Treasury Department, and also held posi-
tion under the city government, will learn
with regret that his son. John H. Bartlett
of the 2oth Kansas Volunteers, died recent
ly at Camp AIger.
Mrs. Bartlett, after the death of her hus-
bard, removed to Topeka Kan. her former
home. with her three young children-Jes-
sic. Grace and JOhn-all of whom were born
in Washington. Mrs. Bartlett died in 1892.
The TWO sisters are left 10 mourn the death
OF the brother, who, the 18th of last May.
promptly responded to the call of his coun-
try for volunteers.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
DIFFERENCE OF OPINION.
DIR. Lewis Complaint Against Police
Officers Is Disputed.

Replying to a second communication from
DR.. T. j. Lewis of 1920 Kingman place.
who complained of the alleged unwarrant-
ed entering of his premises by two police
men, the District Commissioners state that
they are satisfied the statements made by
the officers are correct, and that they do
not think IT necessary to take any further
action in the matter.
The officers claimed that they were given
permission to enter the premises by men,
Der of DR.. Lewis family, statement he
denies.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
THE MOUNTED SQUAD.
Maj. Sylvester to Announce Selec-
lions Of WheeImen.

Maj. Sylvester will announce tomorrow
the lanes of the policemen in the different
precincts who will comprise the bicycle
squad Under the plan of the chief there
viii be two bicycles at each police station,
and this mounted squad viii work In har
mony with the footmen so that the new
feature will not interfere with the present
working of the force. 1t is the interior of
Maj. Sylvester to have the lieutenants in
the precincts use their discretion In the
matter of having officers mounted on
wheels, and to utilize them to the best a =
vantage.
In the precincts In the more thickly pop
ulated parts of the city there will be one
wheelman on duty all the time while In
some of the outlying precincts they will
probably be used only in the daytime. APP
plicants for the wheels are numerous, and
today each lieutenant submitted to Maj
Sylvester list of names from which the
selections will be made.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
EXCURSIONS, ETC.
Hog for Harper's Ferry.

Excursion to Hsrper's Ferry Thursday. Julr %
Train leaves al a. from b. and o. depot cor.
y. j. ave and c ST Round-trip tickets. 81 90.
Children, soc. ,v25 a.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
Enforcing Fish Laws.

Deputy Game Warden Floyd is making
a tour of the markets and stores of fish
dealers to see to the enforcement of the
fish laws. Under the regulations black
bass and striped bass or rockfish on sale
have to be nine inches long or over Thus
far 1t is stated, he has not discovered any
violations. Major Sylvester, who Is the
game warden, will also see that the law is
enforced.
Dealers in fish are anxious that the law
should be complied with, and most of them
have advised their shippers that rockfish
or bass under the size specified will be
thrown away at loss to them.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25

Cleveland Baking Powder Co.. New York
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
THE STAR BY MAIL,

Versions leaving the city for any
period can have The Star mailed IN
them TO any address In the United
States or Canada. by ordering It at
this office, in person or by letter.
Terms: ID cents per week; % cents
for two weeks. or so cents per
month. Invariably in advance. Sub
scribers changing their address from
one Post-office to another should
give the last address as well as the
new one.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
GIVEN A HEARING.
Central Labor Union Committee L
Discuaa Altered Grievance.

The District Commissioners will give a
hearing Wednesday morning a 1:30 o'clock
to a committee of the Central Labor Union
in the case of George H. Elliott, member
of Bricklayers' Union, No 1, who, as stated
in The Star, has been prevented from
working on District buildings by order of
Building Inspector Brady. In communt-
cation to the Commissioners the committee
say:
I'VE believe this to be an act of injustice
which should be fully investigated by your
honorable board. The undersigned were
appointed a committee and directed to re-
quest you to give them an audience at
your earliest convenience, and that those
responsible for the discharge of Mr.. Elliott
be present and publicly state their reasons
tor their action in the natter
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
Thirteenth Suit.

The thirteenth suit against the Chesa-
peake and Potomac Telephone Company
was filed today by Attorneys Birney and
Woodward and ]. ]. Hemphill, for Joseph
P. Roth, whose place of business is 934
Louisiana avenue northwest. Mr. Roth
wants the use of his telephone at the $50
rate prescribed by the new law, but the
telephone company wants him to pay $40
a wear
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
Marriage Licenses.

Marriage licenses have been issued as fol-
lows:
White-Max Goldstein and Rebecca Silver
man; James T. L. Jones and Belle Hogge,
Baltimore; Frank Joseph Roberts and Rose
Elizabeth Pemberton; Richard A. Hattorf
and Annie e. Quinn, Richmond; Charles F.
Morrison and Daisy A. Haynes. -f
Colored-James W. Chase and Mary E.
Bond.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
Boys Liberate. Captives.

Two small boys pulled several boards
from the fence inciosing the shelter" or
dog pound in Baltimore yesterday, and $50
dogs escaped. When the animals had
gained their liberty the boys drove them
off by throwing stones at them. The super
intendent of the shelter managed to re-
capture 1O5 of the CANNES. while many
others crossed the Light street bridge and
made their way to Anne Arundel county,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25

Twenty new bath houses have been
erected at the bathing beach. adding TO the
already ample accommodations Another
Improvement has been made at the beach
by Manager Brown in the erection of a
covered section OF seats for spectators who
may desire to watch the swimmers. The
bathing beach is probably mere popular
this year than ever before. Yesterday there
was an immense throng of swimmers in
the water
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
Charged With Criminal Assault.

Marshall Johnson and William Holcomb
colored newsboys, were arrested at an
early hour this morning by Sergeant Jones
and Policeman Kelly and locked up on a
charge Of assaulting Jennie Jackson, also
colored, about II o'clock last night. Jen-
ME, who is eighteen years old, lives at No.
1902 L street northwest She charges that
she was criminally assaulted last night in
a wagon in alley near 10th and S streets.
The boys deny their guilt
The case will be investigated by the
court officials tomorrow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
Hearing Postponed.

The hearing of the case of Samuel John
son, colored, who is charged with cutting
Charles Curtis, also colored, with knife
in an eating saloon Saturday night, was
today continued in the Police Court until
Curtis is able to appear to testify. Curtis
was painfully injured, but his wounds are
not regarded as dangerous.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25

Rev. j. Anderson Taylor, pastor of Shi-
lob Baptist Church, assures The Star that
while there was a misunderstanding be-
tween the officers of his church and the su-
perintendent of the Sunday school. it was
not the purpose of the official board 10 close
the Sunday school, nor has it been closed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
Must show Cause.

William Wall, master plumber, has
been directed by the District Commission
ers to show cause why his license should
rot be withheld. Il is charged thai he OBJ
tained permit for work done by another
plumber, and that work done by him which
was disapproyed by the assistant inspec-
tor Of plumbing has not yet been made con-
fOrmable to the regulations
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25

Guide Studies the Best Effects
to be produced in Floral designs 1924 F.
AdVertfSeme.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
Each Forfeits Collateral.

Officer W.. e. Owens arrested Fred Will
liams Saturday night last for disorderiy
conduct in Pencote Woods. AS soon as he
took Williams into custody the officer was
assaulted by Thomas B. Steele. who was
then in turn arrested by Officer King. The
prisoners secured their release by deposit
ing $40 collateral each. and this today was
forfeited.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
Hit His Wife With an Ak.

John Price was today sent to jail for six
months by Judge Scott for assaulting his
wife. Mary Price, by hitting her with an
ak the neck. He was also fined So for
profanity.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
Fifth Anniversary.

The fifth anniversary of the pastorate Of
Rev. William C. Alexander, D. D., of the
West Street Presbyterian Church occurred
yesterday, and was observed by a sermon
appropriate to the occasion, delivered by
the pastor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
Found AMI Sent Home

Richard B. Washington. small boy from
Alexandria, v as found on the street abcut
J O'Clock yesterday morning by Policemen
Tompkins and Fields. The boy. who Ijvas
et No l16 North Alfred street in I've civ
banned. was sent home later in the day.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
Echo of Nashville.

An address on the Nashville convention
OF the Christian Endeavor Society was de-
delivered last evening by Mr. Arson s.
Taylor at the Eastern Presbyterian Church
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25

Walter Jackson today pleaded guilty of
setting up a gaming table at No. 1912 E
street northwest. and Judge Scott fined him
$50. with sixty days in default, and sent
him to Jail for sixty days additional
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
A GOOD SEAT TO
-Gl.EM ECHO

and return is assured II you go via GEORGE
TOWN and TENALLYTowN ELECTRIC CARS,
and Il sts, aEd IF st" line. SD and sts. a
EVERY TEN MINUTES. On arrival West
EAST Wash. and Glen Echo r.. R. thus secur-
ing good seats before reaching crowd THE cir
Gle" II Returning, last connects at West
Chevy Chase with Glen Echo at 1890
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
LOCAL MENTION.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

Glen Echo-Opera and Vaudeville.
Ohio avenue and 18th street-Battle OF
Gettysburg.
Union Roof Garden-Vaudevfue.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
Half a Year in Jail,

George Jones, a burly colored man, was
today convicted by Judge Scott of assault
ing Osborn Ferguson, a small white boy,
by kicking him several times in violent
manner. Jones was sent to Jail for six
months.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
$500 Excursions to the Seashore $500
via Pennsylvania Railroad.

For Atlantic City, Cape May, Ocean City
and Sea Isle City Tickets on sale for
IL am and 12:45 pm. trains Fridays and
Saturdays until September TO- 1898. good to
return until the following Tuesdays. al rate
of 50, including transfer of passenger in
phia.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
Low Rate Excursion to Chautauaua
vim Penn.xINania RaiIrOad.

Tickets on sale for 80 m. train Friday,
July -, good to return not earlier than
August nor later than August 81, at rate
OF $40 for the round trip.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
Royal Baking Powder is

Royal Baking Powder is
made of grape cream of tartar,
and is the Most healthful leav-
ener in the world. This powder
will not lose its strength in
damp weather or hot or moist
climates. No other powder has
keeping qualities like the Royal,
which is invaluable for service
in the camp or on the sea.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25

Low prices for the butter moves our
stock. 5-lb- box finest butter produced, SIS
James F. oyster, 80 Pa. ave.-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25

Reduced seven fine Gas Ranges s11-I5 to
$3.50 each. iron pipe connection and guar
antee included.
124 c.. C.. A Muddiman & Co. Gle 18th
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25

Judge Scott today fined William AIRING
ton, colored, $40, with the alternative of
thirty days in JAIL for striking James How
ard with a spittoon.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25

WASHINGTON DRESSED BEEF.
Spring Lamb New York Roast Beef, Del
monico Steak, go to John r. Kelly, 9th st.
wing, Center mkt. Corned Beef a specially.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
"EricssOn L imeExcursions'

ATTRACTIVE WATER ROUTE FROM BALTIMORE
sunday al 7:3J a. 90
To Philadelphia might steaners). ..........$ e. 90
To Philadelphia and return by rail. s. 20
To Cape May from Philadelphia by raiD 49,. s. %
To Cape May and return tten days.. .........Ss2 %
To Cape May and return tseason) 81 90
10 Atlantic City from Philadelphia by rai g. as
To Atlantic city and return tten days)..---- IS
To Atlantic City and return tseason) 20
TO Asbury Parx, Ocean Grove. Long Branch. .S400
To Asbury PEN. Ocean Grove; Long Branch and
return season from Philadelphia by rail). Sc 90
To New York from Philadelphia by rail-. ..-..S $500
10 New York and return televen days. 5000
Night steamers Except sundays from wharf,
LIGHT and Pratt streets. at pm. Write for de-
scriptive pamphlet and fishing grounds at Better
ton Tickets for sale at OFFICE ONLY. Also tick
eth to Albany Troy, Saratoga Springs, Newport R
l.; Fall River. New Haven, Bridgeport, Conn;
Portland Me-, points north. Tickets Phil
adeiphia on salt Il Washington at B. o. Ticket
Ofices Pennsylvania avenue, and b. & o. depot
CLARENCE SHRIvER. Agent, 20i Light ST.. Bal
timore 1e30-32f
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25

Nothing but the very best quality meats
leave our stands! And every ounce that 5
sold is guaranteed Home Dressed. T. T.
kEANE, S5-51 Center mkt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
FINEST OF MEATS

Gas Ranges; largest assortment, lowest
prices a Eberly's Sons, us It'll NV.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
80 Hours Outing for 5000.

CHEAPEST TRIP OF THE SEASON
Includes transportation steamer HARRY
RANDALL and supper, lodging and breakfast at
HOTEL BELLEvIEW, CHAPEL POINT MD.
"Trip tickets steamer, including dinner
supper state ROOM breakfast and dinner will also
be sold &c those whp wish to take an enjoyable
two-day outing the river. for $3.50.
Take steamer Sundays, Tuesdays or Thurs
DAYS at an Returning alternate days
iy5-l2f E. s. RANDALL Prop. Of Steamer
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
CITY ITEMS.

Before Going Away Go to C.
Auerbach Z & H, and provide yourself with
mems high-grade goods at low-grade prices
and save SOC. on every dollar. jy23-2t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25
FOR YOUR iced TEA

Use "Kenny's Cheon," the best SOC. tea in
America. Pure American-refined Sugars
sold at cost.
c. D. KENNY. city stores.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-07-25

If you have never tried Cleve-
lands baking powder you do no,
know what the best cake tastes like
You may be a good cook, but with
out Cleveland's baking powder you
are at disadvantage.
Cleveland Baking Powder Co.. New York.
The Anaconda standard. [volume] (Anaconda, Mont.) 1889-1970, 1898-10-15
Paris Railroad strike.

Paris. Oct. 1.-the Railroad Workers
union has posted placards ordering a
strike to-day. urging strikers to refrain
from violence and informing the oublic
that n danger threatened the country the
strikers will Immediately return - their
posts. This strike includes the Algerian
provinces.
In spite of the p~lacarding the threatened
general strike did not take place. The
workmen stopped to read the placards
announcing the strike. but there was no
disorder. Nearly all the lsborers are at
work and the railroad service is uninter-
rupted. the railroad men having appar-
entity ignored the decision OF the commit
tee representing them.
The Anaconda standard. [volume] (Anaconda, Mont.) 1889-1970, 1898-10-15
Church Unity,

Washington. Oct. 1l-Church unity was
again the absorbing topic before the
house Of deputies of the E~piscopalian
conference to-day, the discussion of yes
terday being continued on DR.. Hunting
toms proposition to broaden the scope Of
the church by permitting bishops taking
under spiritual guidance outside congre-
cations now conforming strictly to the
Episcopal liturgy. The matter finally went
over until Monday. The house of bishops
adopted a proposition extending the Of
fensss for which bishops may be tried to
include conduct unbecoming a bishop"
Another amendment adopted extends the
provision against alternating church prop
erty. The bishops discussed n passed
articles 4. Z and 9 of the amendments to
the constitution. all passed by the house.