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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
REGARDED AS INADVISABLE.
Views of Commissioners on Bill 70
AnacOstin Bridge.


The District Commissioners today, in a
report made by them to Chairman Babcock
of the House District committee on House
Hill 1895, to authorize the construction of
a bridge across the AnacostIa or Eastern
branch of the Potomac river on a line with
LIST street southwest, expressed the opinion
that 1t is inadvisable, unless means are
taken to provide for its prompt completion.
The Commissioners state that the con-
struction of this bridge was reported upon
adversely by Maj. Davis of the Engineer
Corps of the army, in charge of the i'm
prcvements of the Potomac and Anacostia
rivers. in January, 1896
1T Is believed" say the Commissioners,
''inadvisable to inaugurate the construction
of this bridge without taking means to
provide for it's prompt completion. If Con-
eress, however, considers it advisable and
proper to pass the inclosed bill Q0395), at
teEtion is invited to the fact that it con-
tains an appropriation of but 500, 600 to do
the work, which was estimated in time of
peace to cost $4,000, and that cost is
likely to be increased during war times"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
Sweet Peas at Guides.
AN colors, strikingly beautiful. 1924 Fad


"Duchess" Temporarily at Large.
Considerable excitement was caused at
Congress Heights last evening by the tenn
porary escape Of the Duchess. the pet ele-
plant in Wilson Park, from the care Of her
keeper, and it was not until after long
search she was recaptured. She was
found roaming at large in one Of the most
densely wooded parts Of the park, An in
yestigation showed that the elephant had
by her trunk unfastened a screw which
had held band around one of her legs to
q chain and which was fastened to stake
IN the ground. causing the band to fall off.
There were hundreds of persons at Con-
gress Heights at the time, but fortunately
most of them were unaware Of the occur
renee until after the beast was again Be-
cured, thus preventing q stampede,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
O. A. Nesmith Made CAPTAIN.

otto A. Nesmith, chief clerk of the U.
>. signal Office in this city, has been COM
mlssioned as captain in the U. S. volun-
teer signal corps. Capt. Nesmith has been
IN his present position for ten years and
his appointment was recommended by Gen.
Greely and number of senators and rep
resentat1ves inHview of his expert knowl-
edge of the signal service. He graduated
from Dartmouth College In 1874, and is a
member of the Dartmouth Alumni Associa-
ton Of this city.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
ANNUAL BANQUET
WOman'S Law Class EnteFta1nD al
Cabin John Inn.

Cabin John Inn.
The Woman's Law Glass held its annual
banquet last evening at Cabin John Inn.
The occasion was memorable as being the
last gathering Of the class under its name
Of Womans Law Glass. In the fall 1t will
reopen as an Incorporated institution, with
the same faculty. under the name Of the
Washington College Of Law.
Mrs. Jennie L. Munroe made felicitous
address as POSTMASTER, and called upon
each member of the class and faculty for
a legal maxim or speech. Mr.. Park Sperry,
the sole gentleman member of the class,
responded to Studying Law Among Wo-
men," expressing the hope that the women
in mems classes might meet with the cour-
tesy and cordially he had received, and
Mrs. f. r. Bailey responded to Love From
q Legal Standpoint" Miss r. Flora Ray
mond's response to 1.-The Passing of the
Woman's Law Class was the occasion of
some bright hits aimed particularly at the
gentleman of the faculty, and was roundly
applauded.
Mrs. Munroe called upon the dean of the
faculty, Mrs. Ellen Spencer Mussey, tc
speak to Our Future and upon Miss
Gillett and Mr.. Newton. also of the faculty.
to speak, respectively, to 1.-The Liberal
Education of Women and THE Pleasures
OF Teaching" Miss Gillett said 1.-The legal
education of women would be a liberal edu-
cation to men, which sentiment was heart
lily Endorsed by the class and its guests.
Mrs. J. Ellen Foster, Mrs. Clara B. Colby,
Mrs Sara A. Spencer, Colonel James,
Judge Foster and Mr.. Freeman Knowles of
South Dakota all spoke briefly. Among
others present were Mr.. Friedrich Lohr, DR..
Miller, Mr.. Miller, Miss Dowell, Miss Ores
helm, Miss Leonard, Mrs. and Miss North,
Mrs. W. ]. Newton Mrs. Margaret Lohr Of
the senior class acted as hostess. Miss Ger
trude Leonard, Miss Helen Hill and Mr..
Paul Sperry were the committee on deco
rations, and the name cards, with appro-
pirate sentiments, were sent by the absent
Jackson.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
british Retired onicer,s Tender,

W. H. Williams. explaining that he j. a
retired officer of the British regular army,
! day or two ago addressed letter to the
District Commissioners Offering his serv-
ices to this government In the war with
Spain. He stated that he had offered his
services to the War Department and had
been referred by the department to the
governors of the states.
The Commissioners wrote Mr.. Williams
today that they have no power to make
appointments in the military service, and
that he should therefore apply to the Pres
tdent. who Is commander-in-chief OF the
army and of the District militia.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
LOCAL MENTION.
AMUsEMENTS TONIGHT.

Columbia Theater-Columbia Stock Com
pany in Brother John"
Grand Opera House-"The White Squad
ron
Glen Echo-Parry Opera Company in
"Mikado.
Kernan's Lyceum Theater - Broadway
Girls BurlesGuers.
1918 r stIeet-Lawn fete by ladies OF ST
MichaeTs and All Angels Church.
Maccabee Temple. 513 9th street-Straw-
berry festival by ladies of First Associa-
ton Spritualists-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
To Aid the Soldiers.

A number of patriotic women desiring to
contribute either a days sewing. to make
articles needed Immediately by every SOL
der, or money to purchase material for
them, have formed a Woman's Patriotic
Aid Society for the purpose. Officers re-
Gently elected are: President, Mrs. M. L
Ludington; vice president, Mrs. VIM. Ar
thur; treasurer, Mrs. Isaac Henderson; Sec
rotary, Miss Mary ]. Stafford.
Contributions from 10 cents up to buy
flannel are taken. and all interested are in
vfted to call on or address Mrs. NJ. I. Lud-
ingtOn, Hotel Cochran.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
TO RELINQUISH WILLARD'S.
MIR. o. G. Staples to Retire From
Management of the Hotel.

The lease which Mr.. o. G. Staples has
OF the Willard Hotel property expires the
LIST OF next month. Mr.. Staples does not
intend to continue in the management Of
the hotel, and has advertised for sale at
auction the furniture which is in the build
ing.
He will continue in the management of
the Riggs House and of the National Hotel
of this city and Of the Thousand Island
House. For the past fifteen years he has
been running Wizards. No definite an
nouncement has been made of the future
use of the property, bat 1t is understood
the owner has no intention of changing the
character of the business that has been
carried on in that building for SO long a
period.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
Federation of women. Clubs.

At the board meeting of the District Of
Columbia Federation of Women's Clubs
held Tuesday evening the various commit
tees on municipal and other improvements
needed in Washington reported gratifying
progress. The members OF the ex-board
and honorary members were constituted
fraternal delegates to the meetings of the
Educational Association, to represent the
interests Of the federation in educational
matters. 1t was decided TO accept the Bal
timore and Ohio railroad and Missouri Pa
cine as the official route to the biennial
convention of the General Federation, Wo-
mems Clubs.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
Last Meeting Of the Season.

The M!croscopical Society held its las:
meeting FOR the season Tuesday evening
st the rooms of the Capital Camera Club
and was presided over by DIR. Reyburn by
request OF the president, Assistant Secre-
tary OF State A. A Adee. who was unable
10 remain. The program consisted of AL
exhibition of new projection microscope,
furnished for the occasion by Mr.. Henry
NJ. Brown, a member of the society Va
rious slides contributed by the members
were shown.
DIR. Reyburn furnished a series on path
oSenic bacteria, Prof. Paul Bartsch of
plant and animal life, Mr.. Henry Brown.
miscellaneous objects. and Dr. Alleger.
bacteria.
The society then adjourned to September.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
Palais Royal Opening.

For the annual summer occasion, when the
newly gathered stocks are marshaled forth
in grand array. the great building is made
unusually attractive this year. The mod
els of the Iowa" guns, made entirely of
ribbons the swinging hammocks, with
their hfe-like burdens; the great lilac trees
and rose bushes, and many other displays
are cleverly conceived and cleverly exc
cuted, making poetry of prose. With the
store made beautiful and complimentary
prices quoted as souvenirs of the open
ing the Palais Royal is an attraction lust
now that few women will resist.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
THE COURTS.
Equity Court No. 1-Justic

Equity Court No. Justice Cox.
Godfrey agt. Dutton; testimony in Bos-
ton allowed to be taken orally. In re Sodo-
STA Butler, Walter f. Gardiner, Ogle Scott
and Neil Brayton; inquisitions in lunacy
confirmed. In lie Julia Harris and Chas S.
Cox; writs de lunatico inquirendo ordered
to issue. Godfrey ast. Dutton; witness not
required to answer certain questions.
White agt. Bramhall VIM. o. Ray allowed
to intervene. Kreuter agt. kreuter; audi
tors report confirmed Estate of Calvin
Wilmer; Edw. S. kimball appointed guar
dian ad Item. Wilmer agt. Wilmer; time
to take testimony extended thirty days. In
re VIM. H. Wiley; alleged lunatic; distri-
button to heirs ordered. In re Gulielma E.
Breed; lunatic; sale of lot a. Breeds place,
confirmed. Doub agt. Wilmer; complain
ants authorized to examine DR.. Henry j.
Crosson.
Equity Court No. 2-Justice Hagner.
Burgdorf agt. Crittenden; order requiring
complainant to close his evidence by July
81. Lilly agt. Nimrod Encampment; order
allowing additional time to file ame nded
bill. Smiley agt. Smiley; order granting
leave to amend bill Campbell agt. Emack
arguments Concluded and cause submitted.
Anderson agt. Thomas; order sustaining de-
murrer with leave to answer. DE- Castro
agt. De Castro divorce vim. mat. granted.
Stevens agt. Stevens; do.
Circuit Court No. 1-Chief Justice Bingham
Estate of Loughran; verdict sustaining
will. U. S. ex. rel. Ofenstein agt Strider;
mandamuS granted. Wheatley agt. Bean,
and Bean agt. Wheatley; causes consolidat-
ed and jury sworn. Downs agt. Met. r. r.
Co.; motions for new trial and in arrest
filed.
Circuit Court No. 2-Justice McComas.
Estate of Daniel Murphy; on trial.
Criminal Court No. 1-Justice Cole.
United States agt. Dennis ]. Canty; muir
der; on trial
Probate Court-Justice Hagner.
Estate of Allen HaZen, petition for pro-
bate of will filed Estate of Catharine II.
Robertson; commission returned duly exc
cuted. Estate of Delaware Hudnell; petit
ton for probate of VIII filed. Estate of
Mary l.. Triplett; petition for letters of ad-
mnistration filed. Estate of Madeline V.
Dahlgren; will dated November Ii, 1897,
| fled with petition for probate. In re Quin-
| ten L. Hutchinson; petition for appoint
n ent of guardian filed. Estate of VIM. ALL
der; inventory filed. Estate of Ann Smoot;
will fully proved.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
Alleged Crooks,

Charles A. M6Naaaey and Frederick W.
Carlton, alleged crooks. are Under arrest in
New York on charges of passing alleged
worthless checks zThey are wanted in
Philadelphia, Baltimore and other cities.
Several weeks; ago, it Is alleged. they
operated in this city. While here. 1t is said,
they stopped Indifferent boarding houses,
but none of their bills were paid Before
leaving here, 1t is asserted, they swindled
several business men.
Witnesses were before the grand fury
yesterday, and an effort will be made to
bring them here for trial.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
House Robbed.

Mr.. Louis P. Stutz of No. 1887 18th street
northwest early this morning reported to
Inspector Mattingly that between 1870 and
8 o'clock last evening his house was en-
tered through front window on the first
floor and robbed Of a gold watch and other
jewelry valued at about $40. The detec-
tives are working on the case, although
Mr.. Stutz was unable to furnish any clue
as to whom the guilty parties are.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02

The fire engines made an early run this
morning because ofsa fire in Strang's sta
ble in rear of u r street northwest. It
was only a few minutes after O'Clock
when Policeman Dennis Lynch discovered
the blaze and turned in an alarm. Then
spread of the flames until the arrival of
the firemen. The officer was assisted by
Policeman Nusbaum, through whose efforts
the damage amounted to only about IS.
The cause of the FIRE Is not known.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02

The chief engineer of the fire department
has recommended to the Commissioners of
the District that Probationary Private H.
Q. Brown. who acknowledged violation of
rule II of the department, under oath, and
conduct unbecoming a gentleman, be dis
missed, and that Edward 8. Keys be ap-
pointed to succeed him. The chiefs recon-
mendations have been approved by the
Commissioners. The resignation of Private
S. E. Grant of the fire department has been
accepted. and A. d. McGivern has been ap-
nointAd TO his placs.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02

Mr.. Joseph E. Willard is now in Rich
mond, Va, with the military company
winch he raised and equipped at his home
In Fairfax county. Va This: company, of
winch Mr. Willard is the captain, has been
mustered into the service Of the United
states, ana 1t Is expected 1t will be ordered
10 me front at any time. Although man
OF large means, Mr.. Willard is in the serv-
Ice because he was accepted, with his
company. as being able to perform accept
able duty for his country
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
For Receipt of Donations.

The hall Of the Legion of Loyal Women,
No. 419 10th street northwest, will be open
every day, from 10 am. to II M, for the
purpose Of receiving donations of reading
matter of all kinds. delcaces for the sick
and anything else that will add to the
comfort of tho soldiers at Camp Alger.
Donations will be forwarded promptly.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
Cement sidewalk. Ordered.

The following orders have been issued by
the District Commissioners: That the fol-
Lowing work be done under the permit sys-
tenn: Lay cement sidewalk and set curb
in front Of 1880 Florida avenue: estimated
cost. $7S Lay cement sidewalk and set
curb on the Louisiana side of lot 8, square
$50; estimated cost, 1852. Lay cement side
walk in front OF SO N street northwest
estimated cost. $50. Lay cement sidewalk
in front Of "a NJ street northwest; estimated
cost $50.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02

The annual election Of officers of the
Amphion Glee Club was held Wednesday
evening and the following We're chosen to
serve one year: President, F. B. Williams;
vice president, Louis Amber; secretary,
William Goorich: treasurer, Chas. A.
Champ; librarian, w. w. Orme; business
manager and musical director, Henry Lew
is. After the business meeting a collation.
was served.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
DIVORCE GRANTED.
Mrs. Frank w. Brown Wins Her SUIT
and Freedom.

Mrs. Susan w. Brown has been granted
a divorce from Frank w. Brown, formerly
well-known stock broker in this city.
The decree was made by Judge Hagner In
Equity Court No. ,
Mrs. Brown is given the custody Of the
child, Frank Wilson Brown. and the father
is charged with his maintenance although
permitted to see his son at certain inter-
walls. The wife's right to obtain AT some
future time an allowance by way of all
flohy Is reserved and recognized by tina
fidelity
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
CITY AND DISTRICT.
MEETING OF DIRECTORS.
The Board of Trade Managers in Ses-
sion Yesterday.

sion Yesterdny.
The monthly meeting of the directors of
the board of trads was held yesterday af-
ternoon in the rooms OF the board, 141O G
street northwest. There were present
Messrs. Thos. W. Smith, John Joy Edison,
Archibald Greenlees, George Truasdeli, F.
L. Moore, W. S. Thompson and the presi-
dent. Mr.. Theodore W. Noyes, who presid-
ed. Mr.. Arthur O'Neill served as secretary,
he having been made assistant secretary
during the leave of absence of the secretary
of the board. Col. Geo. H. Harries. who is
now with his regiment at Tampa, Fla.
a report was submitted by Mr.. A. A.
Birney from the excursion committee, CIV
ing the details Of the recent successful out
ing to Marshall Hall, enjoyed by the men,
hers of the board and their friends
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
Must Serve Eight Years.

Justice Bradley. in Criminal Court No. 2.
overruled the motion for a new trial in
the case Of George M. Berry, convicted of
assault with intent to kill, and sentenced
him to serve eight years in the New Jer-
sey state prison.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
For Divorce.

James q. Clarke has sued his wife,
Clara ". for divorce. alleging a vicious
temper. abusive language and acts of cruel
ty on her part toward him since their mar
rage, in 1893. He seeks also the custody
Of their infant. John Clarke, and also says
that there is baby five months old whose
name he does not know and whom he has
never seen.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
VIII Sustained.

The will Of Frances NJ. Loughran has
been sustained by the jury which for sew
eral days has been trying the contest in
Circuit Court No. /. A sealed verdict was
returned today. John Rdout was attorney
for the caveator.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
Summer Excursion Rates.

The Southern railway placed on sale yes
terday low-rate summer excursion tickets
to it's various resorts in Virginia, the Caro-
linas and Tennessee. Summer Guide Books
can be had upon application at ticket office,
T05 18th street n.w.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02

DRINK PABST "DOPPLE BRAEU''
If you prefer a dark beer. It's heavy IN
body. old and of excellent flavor. None
equal to it as a tonic for nursing mothers
and cOnvalescents Phone 2I3.
PABST BREWING CO. TU3 n. Cap. ST.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
Favorable ACTION Recommended.

In a report today to Chairman Babcock
of the House District committee the Dis
trict Commissioners recommended favor
able action on House bill 1874, to incor-
porate the National Congress of Mothers.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
No Need to Buy Butter

that is bad when the best is SO easily OBJ
tainable. We deliver at your door our 5-lb
boxes fancy creamery for %. Telephone
al. Jas. +. Oyster, 800 Pa. aye.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02

The great s1OO000 sale of Fine Furniture
at the Lansburgh Furniture Co., 1926 and
1216 F ST., will last only a short time long
er, as the goods are disappearing very rap
idly. The values are tremendous, as fac
tory cost is the highest price charged, and
in maay cases the goods are being sold at
far less
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
CITY ITEMS.
GsHIunchu
"Munc elmer" Beer, the Greatest of All
StrenEth-Give rs md InXirorafars

No other beer begins to compare with
"Munchner" as a tonic. It's pure, old and
nourishing. Diamond" is equally as good.
but much lighter. Unsurpassed for table
and social use. Case OF doz. bottles of
either. only s1.25. Write or phone DID, Nat.
Capital Brewing Co., 18th, 14th & Dse 1t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
True Bills Returned.

The grand jury has presented the follow
ing indictments: Lewis Brooks and Susan
BAILEY. accessory. carnal knowledge OF fe-
male under sixteen years OF age: John Nell
son second orense petit larceny: Charles
Blue. assault to kill: Annie pt,v3ll Joseph
Il Green and james Clark larceny.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02

FOR YOUR ICED TEA
Use 'Kenny's Cheon." the best soc. tea in
America. Pure American-refined Sugars
sold at cost.
c. d. KENNY, s city stores.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
The Star Out of Town.
For Examination.

The Evening Star will be sent daily by
mail for 80 cents per month in advance
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02

See lad of Empire Carpet Cleaning
Works, pg. 4. Stumph Bedding Co, 18th & X.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02

Money to lend at 5 and per cent on real
estate. Frank I. Rawlings, 1905 Pa. ave-
Advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02

No more leaky vapor stoves. Buy the
new Dangler. A. Eberlys Sons. us 9TH NV.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02

"Meet 6iS on the Red Bench"
under the new awning at C. Auerbach'.
corner, & H. jest
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02

Gas Ranges-easiest work. cheapest fuel.
120i G. c. A Muddiman & Co. GIG 18th
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02
ADJUSTMENTS.

LAWN FETE-T0 BE GIVEN BY THE LADIES'
Aid Society Of Waugh NJ E. Church the par
scLage, Sd and a SITS. n.e FRIDAY. June 3, 9
pm. All are welcome Admission, loo. Ito
STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL By ALL SOULS
Parish Union FRIDAY EVENING, June g. in
invited lee 2ts
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02

Self-Watering Iron Vases.
Adapted especially for cemeteries. It will
pay to see our full line.
my21-tf MORSELLS, HOS 7th st. NV.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-02

You May as Well Save 25c
when you can. Here's a chance Priyat,
stock Whisky, I5c. qt Donnelly's, 14th e.