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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
HEALTH CONDITIONS.
Report of the District Department
for Past Week.


There were 90 deaths in the District dur
ing the past week, being tine same in num-
Der as In the previous week. OF the de-
cedents 46 were white, with a death rate
of 12.49 and A were colored, whit a rate
OF 25U. For the whole population the an
nual death rate was 1910 per thousand IT.
habitants. AS in the mortality so in the
general health conditions, there was no ma
terial variation in the two weeks. Deaths
from disorders of the nervous system dc
clined from 10 to 49, and those of the lungs
from . to 10, while those of the circulatory
organs increased from to II. OF the "
motto class of diseases there We're two fatal
cases of diphtheria, one of typhoid fever
and three of diarrhoea
AT the close of the last report there were
s. cases of diphtheria under treatment
During the week eleven new cases were
reported and IS released from quarantine.
leaving 70 cases in isolation in 20 premises
OF scarlet fever there were 46 eases in
quarantine at the close of last week. Fiji
teen new cases were reported and Ia were
discharged by recovery, leaving Al with
warning cards in 81 premises
Inc weather conditions were a mean
temperature of the atmosphere of 81 de-
grees, mean actual barometer of % 50
ana a mean relative humidity of ST. There
were SIX cloudy days and a rainfall of a.
lhches, with easterly winds
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
ALLEGED SPY DOWNING
Not Determined Whether He Will Be Tried
by Court Martial.
Attorney Generals Opinion to Be
Asked-A Similar Cnse Brought
to Light.

Whether the alleged Spanish spy, George
Downing, now confined at Washington
Barracks, will be tried by court-martial
or not Is unsettled as yet. The matter
passed out of the hands of Judge Advocate
General Lieber, as stated in The Star yes
tcrday, with the recommendation that the
court-martial be held in his case. Adjutant
General Corbin, to whom the case went
after leaving the Office of the other, sup
posed that it was entirely proper to hold
a court-martial He stated this morning to
a Star reporter. however, that the matter
was in the hands of the President and that
in all likelihood the Attorney General
would be called upon to decide whether or
not the man should be tried by military
or civil tribunal 1t is the opinion Of au-
thorities on the subject that Downing, not
being connected with the army or navy
when arrested, should not be tried by
for those belonging to either branch of the
service.
Constitutional Provision.
1t is provided in the Constitution that the
trial Of all crimes except in cases of i'm
peachmant shall be by jury. 1t also pro-
vides that no person shall be held to answer
for capital or otherwise Infamous crime
unless by presentment by grand jury,
except In cases arising in the land and ma
val forces, or in the militia when in actual
service in time of war or public danger nor
deprived of life. liberty or property without
due process of law
An amendment to the Constitution further
provides that in all criminal prosecutions
the accused shall enjoy the right of a
speedy and public trial by an impartial jury
OF the state and district wherein the crime
shall have been committed, etc.
A Similar Case
ia
lng's, is cited. The prisoner was a native
OF Indiana, who was not connected with
the army or navy. He was taken before a
military commission and was found guilty
OF conspiracy and affording aid to the enc
mics of the United States. He was SEN
fenced to be executed, and the judgment
was approved by the President. A writ of
naDeas corpus was sued out from the
united States Circuit Court, and the case
found its way to the Supreme Court.
Ihe Supreme Court decided that the mil
ltary commission had no right to try the
prisoner, and he was discharged
mere are many interesting points to be
considered, 1t is stated, in Downng's case
whether having been until recently in the
navy and having been able under those
circumstances to secure information to give
the enemy he could not have otherwise OBJ
tanned, will affect him or not will have to
be settled. 1t is certain that he is not in
the category with ordinary citizen of
the country, for it is said his discharge
from the Brooklyn was due to the fact
that it was thought he was acting sus-
piciously.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
BUILDING TRADES COUNCIL.
weekly Meeting of District Organfzn-
ton Inst ENeninS

The regular weekly meeting of the Build
ing Trades Council was held last evening
at Electrical Workers Hall. President
Richard Lanis was absent and Mr.. William
Silver was called to the chair. Mr. Charles
McGowan was secretary
circular was read from the Building
Trades Council of Milwaukee, Wis, recit-
ing the facts in the case of Mr.. Otto Fisher.
business agent of the council, who has
been prosecuted there for conspiracy Mr..
Fisher, it was stated, compelled a brewing
company in that city to carry out its con-
tract to employ only union men in the
erection of building. they having given
the work to non-union men. The people
who were displaced retaliated by prosecut-
ing Mr.. Fisher for alleged conspiracy. and
he has been fined and is threatened with
Jail sentence. 1t was recalled that the
council, al its meeting last week. pledged
its moral and financial support in this mat
ter to the Milwaukee council.
The question of having parade on Labor
day was referred to the ways and means
committee, which has charge of all the ar
rangementS for the event. The proposition
is to have this parade in connection with
the excursion to River View.
Delegate Carmody of the Operative Inter-
national Plasterers' Association was elect
ed financial secretary.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11

Attorneys Lipscomb and Walker ap-
peared in the Police Court this morning
as counsel for Mrs. Margaret B. Hay,
against whom charge of maintaining q
dangerous structure had been fled Mr..
Lipscomb said he desired to enter a plea Of
guilty to the charge. The building in ques-
ton, three-story brick structure, he said
is in the vicinity of the Navy Yard tun-
REL and has been damaged by the trains
Mrs. Hay, he said, had no intention Of
maintaining the structure, but was de-
sirous of having this case brought In the
proper way, in order that tine record may
be clear in proceedings which she may in
stitute later on.
Judge Scott accepted the plea and sus-
pended sentence, giving Mrs. Hay one
month in which to remove the building
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
DIES OF APOPLENY.
Capt. Wetmore. Veteran of Late WAR
PASSES Away.

Captain Henry Stanley wetmore, who
was employed in a clerical ca
pacity at the interstate commerce
commission. died suddenly this morning at
MS residence, corner . and Marion streets
northwest. The cause of death was apo
plexy. The deceased was at his desk yes
terday and seemed to be in his usual health
and spirits. Last night he attended the
Wild West performance with a party OF
friends and seemed to thoroughly enjoy
the show. He retired at III o'clock. but
aroused his wife about 3 o'clock this morn
ing, complaining of sharp pains in the back
of his head. Physicians were summoned,
but their efforts were of no avail, death re-
sulting at O'Clock.
Captain Wetmore was sxty-two years OF
age. In his younger days he served in the
navy and made a gallant record during the
civil war. He held the position OF lieuten-
ant commander in the Mississippi squadron,
and was attached to Admiral Porters stan.
AS a man he was beloved 10y all who knew
him, and the news of his death came as u
shock. He leaves a widow.
Deceased was a cousin Of Senator Wet
more of Rhode Island He belonged to sew
eral benevolent and fraternal societies. who
will conduct the funeral arrangements,
notice of which will be announced later.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
Unity Club Elects Officers.

The Unity Club Os7D held its last meet
Ing for the present season at 419 10th
street northwest last evening. The large
hall was crowded by friends and members
of the club. Mr.. William Wallace Brown,
auditor for the War Department. was the
orator of the evening, and he took as his
subject, Armed Intervention" Messrs
Bigelow. VIM. Birney and others discussed
the subject. The succeeding program was
as follows: Piano solo, Miss Hester; vocal
solo. Miss Seton; recitation, Miss Schnei
der; val solo. Mrs. D. Oln Leach; piano
solo, Miss Andersen; recitation. Miss Mar
earet Hayw 1od; vocal solo. Miss Calver;
vocal solo, Miss HOucheni recita ton. Miss
Kate Gaegler; piano solo. Miss Clifford.
The following officers for the ensuing
year were elected: President. DIR. Lewis j.
Battle; vice president, Miss Houchen
treasurer, Mr.. Fillmore Harrison: CORE
spending secretary. Miss Calver; recording
secretary. Mr.. S. Ii. Agnew.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11

My name amt Mary Burch,' said a
little old woman when arraigned in the
Police Court this morning on a charge of
vagrancy. Where in the world did you
ever get that name, anyhow she asked
What is your name?" she was asked.
Mrs. W. W. Burch.' was her response,
land I'm proud of it"
And where do you live?"
On street." replied the old woman,
after some hesitation. Il live at No 1886
y street. Georgetown, ID. c."
The policeman who had found her wan
derins about the streets told his story of
the arrest
These boys" she broke in, won't let
me alone. but they better had let me alone,
judge Now. tell me, judge, what have
you got 10 say about it?''
m full of fun and mad for more she
added Did you ever see such an old las
sic as me?''
Mrs Burch nnonopolized the time of the
court TO The extent that the judge had no
chance 70 answer her questions An order
committing her to the workhouse for ex-
animation as 10 her sanity was made by
the court.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
Potomac Literary Club Elect,on

The Potomac Literary Club held its an
nual meeting last evening at 1925 18th
street northwest. The election of officers
for the coming year took place, resulting
as follows: DR.. D. S. Lamb, president; j.
L. McCreery, vice president; S. A. Terry,
secretary; Geo. c. Gwynn. treasurer.
DIR. W. A. Croffut delivered an interest
ing paper on Cuba and the Philippine Is
lands; DIR. Varnum D. Collins followed with
information derived from his several visits
to Manila.
The following program was rendered.
Piano solo. Pulaski March," Miss Angie
Beckman; recitation, Spinning Wheel
Scng," Miss May Jameson; violin solo, Ma
Zurka de Concert" Prof. Lloyd Remenyi;
piano solo. Flower Song" Miss Angie
Beckman; mandolin and piano duet, Miss
Kathleen Tourney and Miss Sadie Walsh;
baritone solo. illinois" Mr.. G. c. Ross;
recitation, Opera" Mr.. S. X. Hall. Refresh
ments we're served to the club and their
guests.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
GRATIFYING TO SHOOTERS
A Healthy Revival Imminent in Affairs of
the Gun.
The Capital City Gun Club Secures
Tournament May 80.

Trap shooting promises to become as
popular during the present season as II was
years ago in Washington, when events
were held almost weekly and nearly every
man who owned a gun and knew how to
use 1t INDUCED in the eXhilarating sport.
1t Is hard TO tell what led to a falling off
of interest in this really delightful pas
time, but the location of the shooting
grounds probably had considerable to do
with it. A dozen years and more ago the
Capital City Gun Club had its grounds out
at the base ball park at the terminus of II
street northeast. They We're too far away
in those days of slow trains, so a change
was made 10 the grounds down near the
old naval observatory. These were both
difficult to reach and entirely inappropriate
for the sport, besides being unhealthy.
The club however, withstood this handi
came evident that organization could not
be kept up unless a change was made in
the location.
Committee and It's Report.
Accordingly at the annual meeting of the
club in March last committee on grounds
was appointed consisting of p. T. Hall, L.
s, Fristoe and E. NJ. Macleod and clothed
with authority to select some suitable and
healthful place near the city to be used by
the club for shooting purposes. At a meet
Ing held Monday night the committee
ported that after thorough investigation
1t mad selected grounds at Highlands sta
ton on the Baltimore and Ohio railroad,
few minutes run from Washington. The
grounds adjon a beautiful oak grove, af-
fording ample shade for the shooters, with
a clear sky for a background, and are only
about 200 yards from the station. The
committoee stated that it was ideal
shooting place, and, further, that there was
a hotel nearby, the proprietor of which
stated he would extend every courtesy and
convenience to the club members and its
guests and afford them every assistance in
his power
Getting Ready I'm Earnest.
The club. upon hearing the report, at
once appointed a committee, consisting Of
William Wagner, Gabriel Edmonston and
James NJ. Green, to see that the grounds
We're at once put in shape SO that a prac-
tice shoot can be held May n, and an all
day tournament May 30, incidentally giving
a house warming and properly dedicating
the new home.
Uncle Billy Wagner and his energetic
colleagues will spare no pains or expense
in carrying out their instructions, and
cordial invitation is extended by the club
to every lover of a gun to be present Dec
Grafton day.
The admirable arrangements made will
Internationally add many members to the
clubs roster, there are scores of spien-
did shots in the District who have only
been awaiting an opportunity to satisfy
their tastes in this direction with comfort
ital City Gun Club could put out half a
dozen teams who could hold their own with
any club in the country, and now it is in
a fair way to regain Its old prestige.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
Meeting of Board Of Trustees Held
Yesterday Afternoon.


The regular meeting of the board of
school trustees was held at the Franklin
building last evening. at which all the
members were present except Mr.. Harries,
who was busily engaged with matters con-
nected with the mastering in of the Dis
trict militia. A communication was re-
ceived from Robert Fairbanks, son Of SEN
ator Fairbanks and a pupil in the Force
School, asking that the public school chill
dren be allowed to raise a fund for the
purchase of torpedo boat for the navy
The board decided that they could not
officially sanction the raising of such SUBJ
scription among the public school children
no matter how laudable and patriotic its
purpose, for the reason that it was beliey-
ed to be contrary to the best interests OF
the school,
Mr. John C. Hardt of Frederick Nd,
chairman of the Francis Scott Key monu-
ment fund committee, made similar re-
quest in behalf of contributions to the fund
for monument to hefanthor of the Star
Spangled Banner" 1t Was suggested that
each school child contribute cents toward
this fund. Al the suggestion of Mr.. Whelp-
ley, the board decided that it was against
public policy to allow tho collection of such
contributions among the school children
A communication from DR.. j. r. Frances,
colored, opposing the closing of the color
ed schools on Emancipatio day, on the
ground that 1t was! demoralizing to the
pupils, was referred to the committee on
rules.
Mr.. Spear brought up the proposition to
reduce the age limit for admission to the
Normal School fromseighteen to seventeen
years, and somewhat animated discus
sion followed between himself and MIR.
Wilson as to the propriety of such action.
Finally the matter was referred to the
committee on rules for report at the next
meeting.
Resolutions of respect to the memory of
the late Mr.. B. h Bruce, for many years
a member of the board. were passed by
a rising vote and ordered to be spread on
the minutes.
The following changes in the schools were
announced and approved: Margaret L.
Sherman, teacher at the Tyler building re-
signed and Annie E. Douglass appointed
in her place; Miss L. S. Brett of the Jeffer-
ioney appointed in her place: William G.
Van Matre appointed to be janifor of the
lexington School when it is completed,
and Mary B. Thomas, teacher, resigned.
and Gertrude Liehtfoot appointed to sue
coed her at the Hillsdale School,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11

William Hunt. one of the Oldest and best
known watchmen at the patent office, died
yesterday morning after brief illness of
heart disease Deceased was a veteran of
the late war. having served in both the
laval and military branches of the service
He commanded the gunboats Zouaye and
i'anger at different periods. and distin-
bulShSu himself as an officer. He was
wounded at Fredericksburg.
Deceased was member of John A. Raw
ms Post. No. 1. G. A. r., and of Union
veteran Legion Encampment, No. % The
funeral Will take place tomorrow morning
from 81. Patficks Church, and the inter
ment will be at Arlington
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
THE A. t. BRIPTON MEDAL.
A Quartet of Prospective Lawyer
Argue n Case in Equity,


Argue n Case in Equity.
The contest for the A T. Britton medal
awarded annually for the best argument
made in the moot court of the National
University Law School was held last night
The participants were Messrs Charles H
Merillat, George H. Brown, Arthur White
and w. L. English. The case under con-
sideration involved many intricate ques-
tons affecting the laws governing real
estate, and the arguments We're made be-
fore Judge Cole of the District Supreme
Court, District Attorney Davis and Mr.. Eu-
gene D. Carusi, sitting as a court of equity
The judges announced that their deci-
siCn which will not be made public until
the commencement exercises are held,
would be BASED upon the best argument
made, regardless of the merits of the case
in question. The embryo lawyers acquitted
themselNe with great credit, and the re-
suit Of the contest will be eagerly awaited.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11

The Young Mems Immediate Relief As
ISOLATION, a colored organization of the
CITY, at its annual meeting elected officers
Tor the ensuing year as follows: Alex. IL
BROOKS, president; Charles A. Sewell, vice
PRESIDENT. John H. Mahoney, financial Sec
Rotary; VIM. A Thomas, recording secre.
ISFE; Alfred Molten, treasurer: George
busey, preiate; Eugene V. Wright adyo-
cate; Alex. Baynard standard bearer
Erastus Nolan, serseant-at-arms.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11

Why is it that nearly all aged per-
sons are thin?
And yet, when you think of it,
what could you expect?
Three score years of wear and
tear are enough to make the diges-
ton weak. Yet the body must be
fed.
In SCOTS Emulsion, the work is
all done; that is, the oil in it is digest
ed, all ready to be taken into the
blood. The body rests, while the oil
feeds and nourishes, and the hypo-
phospllites makes tile nerves steady
and strong.
50c. and S1.00. all druggists.
SCOTT & BOVINE, Chemists. New York.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11

The pupils of Miss Lou Tretler will give
their sixth annua. May exhibition Of fancy
dancing this evening at Carroll Institute
hall. number of new and novel features
will be introduced. including artistic bal
lets, plantation dancing and character
sketches. The entertainment will begin at
o'clock ard general dancing will be en-
joyed by those present after $50
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
Mrs. McKenxie,s Funeral.

The funeral Of Elizabeth Mckenzie. wife
Of Mack Mckenzie. took place yesterday
from Bethlehem Baptist Church. The SER
vices were conducted by Rev. Joseph Mat
thews assisted by others. There were
many handsome floral Offerings The in
terment was at Hillsdale cemetery. The
deceased leaves to mourn their loss eight
children, five boys and three girls The
paflbsArers we're ]. T. Stewart, Hugh
Thompson, d. Simpson and C. W. Davis.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
Falls From His Bicycle.

Joseph Payne fell from his bicycle near
Rhode Island avenue and 18th street yes
terday afternoon and received painful in
juries. After being attended bys Dr. Lee
in drug store the injured man was taken
to the Emergency Hospital.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11

The District of Columbia Woman Suf-
frage Association will hold its regular
meeting on the evening of the 18th. In the
parior of Wizards Hotel, at 7:30 o'clock.
Salaries of Women Teachers" will be the
subject of a paper by Annie Tolman Smith.
and to be discussed by Miss May Dean and
Miss May Johnson. concluding in general
discussion by the members of the club
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
Divorces Granted.

divorce has been granted by Justice
Cox in Equity Court No. to Margaret
Richcreek from Joseph Richcreek on the
ground Of cruel treatment.
In Equity Court No. 2, Justice Hagner
presiding. divorce has been granted to
Jennie Shenks from Geo. A. Shenks on the
ground of desertion.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
Evening With Normal Class

An evening with the normal class of the
Lucy Webb Hayes National Training
School, and the Mission Kindergartens I'M
der its care is scheduled for today, begin
ring at 30 O'Clock pm, at Hamline NJ. L.
Church, 9th and p streets northwest.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
week-End Rates-southern Railway.

Beginning May IA and continuing until
September D. inclusive, the Southern Rail-
way will sell tickets Saturdays and
Sundays to Orange, Harrisonburg Warren
ton, Round Hill and intermediate stations
at one fare for the round trip, valid for re-
turn until NoLday following.-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
PLEA OF NOT GUILTY.
Mr.. Sherman's Answer to Charge Of
Murderous Assault.

Charles H. II. Sherman, who, as stated
in The Star, is charged with having pur-
posely fired load of buckshot into Charles
Johnson, ooLored, at Woodbridge, near this
city, was today arraigned before Judge
Kimball. He pleaded not guilty and was
held in $500 bail for the action of the grand
jury The full details of the case were
printed in The Star of yesterday. 1t is eX-
pected that johnson will recover. He is
at the Emergency Hospital.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
LOCAL MENTION.
AMusEMENTs TONIGHT.

Biiou Theater.-1Iigh-class Specialties.
Columbia Theatcr. - Frank Daniels in
THE Idols Eye"
Grand Opera House-"The Dazzler-
keruan's Lyceum Theater-Bryant and
NatsIn's American Burlesquers.
Lafayette Square Opera House.-Sousa's
1.-The Trooping of the Colors."
New National Theater.-koster and Bal
Congress of Foreign Stars.
1411 Pennsylvania avenue.-Phil Clovers
$4,000 oil painting 'Fatima-'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
Released on Bail.

Clarence Boyd, who was accused by his
wife of arson was released on $500 bail in
Criminal Court No. i yesterday, Justice
Bingham presiding. John T. Williams was
the surety.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
COrbey's Successor.

Frank l.. Nussbaum has been appointed
by the District Commissioners member
of the police force, vice r. A. Corbey, the
officer who committed suicide a few days
ago.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
Pleads entity.

John M. Pitcher pleaded guilty to the
charge of larceny in Criminal Court No. 2
yesterday, Justice Bradley presiding, and
was remanded to Jail to await sentence
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-11
EXCURSIONS TOMORROW.

Steamer Estelle Randall for Glymont and
intermediate landings at $50 am.
Steamer Newport News for Norfolk and
Fortress Monroe at 6 pm.
Steamer Harry Randall for Colonial Beach
and river landings at 4 am.
Trains leave 49,. street and Pennsylvania
avenue for Arlington hourly from am
to pm.
Trains leave 1875 street and Pennsylvania
avenue for Mount Vernon at $50, 1905, IL
am, 12:05, 2:05, 3, and 4:lo pm.
Trains leave Aqueduct bridge for Airing
ton and Fort Myer every half hour and
Falls Church hourly from $50 I'm to le:4O
pm.