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The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05

Sunday morning MT. Sawyer will occupy his pulpit for the first time. His theme will be ''The Power of Life In the evening he will discuss '"The Man With
 Reliance Gun Club Shoot.
 OAKLAND, March 1.-The members of the Reliance Gun Club have arranged for a bluerock shooting match on their grounds, southeast of the Webster-street bridge. It will take place next Sunday, and the boys anticipate some fine sport.
 Oakland News Items.
 OAKLAND, March 1.-The Alameda Comfy Junior Christian Endeavor con- yention meets Saturday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the First Baptist Church.
 Rev E. R. Bennett, who recently came to the Twenty-third avenue Baptist Church from Los Angeles, was rendered a reception tonight In the church. A large number of clergy and lay members of other churches were present.
 Hon. Irving M Scott will be the prin- cipal speaker on the nineteenth anniver- sary of the organization of the local f. M. c. A.
 Railway in the suit of the City of Oak land 10 recover $7S66 75 delinquent taxes for 1896 denies that the city has a legal charter.
 City Treasurer Gilpin has refused to pay the warrant of Louis Walker for s250 for medical services. City Attorney Dow advised him that 1t was illegal A suit is now probable after it's lengthy rounds.
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
Stirring Incidents at the San Francisco Athletic Association

and kept fighting. Anthony also ref creed this go, and gave satisfaction. The fight was to have lasted six rounds, but in the fourth Schuler landed a well directed right on the point of Presses jaw and he forcibly reposed.
 It was announced by Master of Cere- monies Denehy that the club has de- cided to give monthly exhibitions, and that ladies night will be given on or about the 18th of this month. Also that Monday, Wednesday and Friday even ings would be given up to teaching those who are desirous of learning how to defend themselves and consequently best others. John Conrey will handle the lightweights, Jim Mcconnell the middleweights, and Alex Greggains the heavyweights.
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
OCEAN TRAVEL.
PACIFIC COAST STEAMSHIP co.

Steamers leave Broadway wharf, <H9H. San Francisco: Ssssz6 For Alaskan ports, 10 a. m., March 2 2, 12 For Alaskan ports. (from Spear street s wharf), 10 a. m., March g. 6. 10 IA, IS, 22, 70, 30 Transferred at Portland, Or.
 For Victoria, Vancouver tB. O, Port Town- send Seattle, Tacoma. Everett. Anaeortes and New Whatcom CNash), 10 a. m-. March 2, [. F. 1T, 22, 27, and every. fifth day thereafter. connecting at Seattle with company's steam CTS for Alaska and G. N. Ky. at Tacoma with N P Ry at Vancouver with c. P. Ky
 For Eureka Humboldt Bay). 10 a. m., March 3, g. 15, 21. 27. and every sixth day 'i For Santa Cruz, Monterey. San Simeon. Cayucos Port Harford (San Luis Obispo). Gayiota Santa Barbara, Ventura, HueneTne. San Pedro East San Pedro (Los Angelesl and Newport g a. n., March ?. 6. 10, IA, 16, 2z, st. % and every fourth day thereafter.
 For San Diego, stopping only at Port liar ford (San Luis Obispo), Santa Barbara. Port Los Angeles and Redondo Qos Angeles). II a. m., March 4. 8, 12, IS, 20 24. 2S. and every fourth day thereafter.
 For Ensenada Magdalena Bay. San Jose del Cabo, Mazatlan, Altata, La Paz, Santa Rosa Tia and Guaymas (Mex.) 10 a. m-, March 8. ApriI & and 2d of each month thereafter.
 The company reserves the right to change without previous notice steamers, sailing dates and hours of sailing.
 TICKET OFFICE-Pa1ace Hotel. New Montgomery street.
 GOODALL, PERKINS & CO.,. Gen. Agts,
 10 Market street. San Francisco.
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
CAR JUMPED THE TRACK.
Three Persons Injured by an Acc1- dent on the Shattuck-Avenue
 Electric Line.

BERKELEY, March 4.-An electric car of the Oakland Consolidated line jumped inc track this afternoon as it was making the turn from Shattuck avenue into Ade- iina street. North Berkeley, and injured three people Mrs Frank Becker of So24 Deakin street, North Berkeley, was struck by the car, and besides recelving n g Bruised about the shoulders and hips. Mrs Becker is an old lady, and is par tiailv paralyzed. so she was unable to s,et 0,,t of the way of the car. pr. F. R.. Woolsey attended her. and helped to re- move her to her home.
 Al A voIlng lady, Miss A. Collins. who was on the car, was badly cut cut about Saans the face and head She was able; M however; to girl about years old was also cut by living glass. No explanation has been ,n1ade why the car should leave the track. The car had just completed the tnrn. and was moving quite rapidly. The nassengers in the car received severe Shaking up and scare, but were other wise unhurt
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
Trades Union Notes.

It is probable that within few weeks the San Francisco Labor Council will be strengthened by the addition of the Printing Pressmen and Feeders Union A delegation from that body was present at last nights meeting of the Council to gain information regarding the benefits of af- filiation with the central body. The Typo graphical Union will put it's nine-hour workday schedule into effect in the local book and job offices on April 4. A canvass has been made of these offices and no trouble is expected, as the proprietors seem willing to clip off an hour without reducing wages. A mass meeting of jour neyman tailors will be held at 1O2 O'Far- rell street on Monday evening for the purpose of strengthening the ranks of the newly formed tailors' union.
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
Rerkelev News Notes.

BERKELEY. March 4.-The university journalists this morning defeated the track athletes in a baseball game on the college campus by a score Of F to To:
 On Monday evening next, at Stiles Hall, John l.. Howard of Oakland will address the Berkeley Floral Society on The Rose"
 The South Berkeley Lodge of Workmen this evening gave a most successful DO hemian night" The entertainment con- sisted of an elaborate musical and lit- erary programme. followed by a banquet
 The university flag was hoated at half mast to-day out of respect to the mem ory of Miss Grace M F. Robinson, a special student in the freshman class, who died suddenly in her home at Oak land yesterday.
 Editor Hopper, in to-day's Occident, sarcastically scores the Intercollegiate Athletic Association for its recent threat to disbar the University of California on account of the criticisms of Football Manager F. J. Brown on Eastern ath- letics. The editor of the Occident declares that, contrary to what may be though5 in the East, MT. Brown is not the official spokesman and heralding trumpet Of Call fornia."
 The second annual intercollegiate chess tournament between the University or California and Stanford will take place tomorrow morning at 9:30 o'clock at the Hopkins Institute in San Francisco Berkeley will be represented by Epstein '00, Parkhurst 00, Towle '9S, Hohfeld 0l, Euphrat '9S and Baugh '99.
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05

the one hundred delegates to the mu- nicipal convention. At that time talk of bribery was commenced, and IL mas been kept up ever since, and the Grand Jury intends to begin at the source IT 1t can find out where the source lies
 To-day Colonel L. L. Cromwell was witness He 1t was who presented petition to Councilman Upton asking that he vote against the attenuation Of the hydrants. MT. Upton voted against the measure, believing that 1t is better to have the full benefit of both com panies in case of fire. Colonel Cromwell was asked why he was interested In the petition and as to his connection with the water companies, but little ln- formation was gained.
 This afternoon E. w. Woodward, after being kept two days in the hall way, was before the jury for an hour and was very closely questioned about his brief official life. He was asked about his first interview with the Mayor, when he was told by MT. Thomas that he was to be a Council man. and also regarding the sources whence he received his information that caused him to vote for water rates at such short notice. The major had a very interesting and trying time for an hour, and was told to come back next Tuesday afternoon, to which time the Grand Jury adjourned.
 The District Attorney made out a large bunch of subpenas this afternoon, and next Tuesday it is probable that some of the members of the solid six will be on hand for examination.
 This morning Major Woodward was served with a notice that his modest office rent of $7 50 would be $100 after April 1. "I don't know whether l will go or not" said the Mayor. T consider such action unfair, and it is the least of my troubles. I shall not cross the bridge till I get to it, and the request of my office associates was very undig- nified.''
 Harry W. Thomas. secretary of the Board of Works, was in attendance on the Grand Jury all yesterday and to- day. but he has not yet been exam ined, and was told to return next Tues
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
DESERTED HER AT THE ALTAR The Bride and a Cozy Home, but No
 Groom. Matthew Burns Dropped Out an Hour Before the
 Wedding.
The Home to Be Stripped, and the Affair Still Mystery
 to All.
Oakland Office San Francisco Call,

OdkldnQ OIuCe odH CTdQclSCO cal,
 sos Broadway, March A.
 On Washingtons birthday Matthew Burns left his love, Miss Julia Walsh, and his last promise was that he would obtain a marriage license the following day and that they should b. married the next day. Burns kept ms promise about getting the license, but forgot all about the marriage ceremony, and he cannot be found to give an explanation.
 The little romance came to light to- day when Mrs. Kuhlken, who owns a house at Berkeley, expressed her sur prise that the parties who rented 1t have not yet occupied it, although the rent was paid in advance About two weeks ago the little cottage on Addi- son street was neatly furnished and everything arranged for the event that was scheduled for the following day.
 The next morning Burns procured a license at the County Clerks office and asked that it be kept quiet as he did not intend to use it for a few days. The same evening he appeared at the house early. and after expressing his satisfac- tion with the preparations he departed presumably to prepare himself for the ceremony. He has not been seen since
 The prospective brides brother has evidently given up hope of seeing his sister married, for he has asked the furniture dealer to take back the goods Miss Walsh is said to have been so heartbroken over the affair that she has been sent back to relations in Ire iov
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
FELL BEFORE A TRAIN.
Narrow Escape of Miss Bessie J Wood While Riding
 Bicycle.

OAKLAND, March Awhile riding a bicycle this afternoon, in Alameda, Miss Bessie J. Wood of Twenty-third avenue fell in front of local train on Railroad avenue and was saved from being killed by her cousin, MT. Bert Swim. AS it was her wheel was smashed and the young lady Is nursing a badly bruised and sprained knee.
 Miss Wood is just learning to ride and with her cousin went to Alameda to spend an hour or two. While on the avenue she noticed the approach of the local her presence of mind and control of her wheel. Instead of clearing the track she ran into it and fell upon the rails; MT. Swim saw her start and knew what to expect. Dismounting and dropping his wheel he ran to his cousin, dragging her off of the track just as the train passed.
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
CROOKS of the Grand Jury That Is Investigating Stories cf Bribery in Oakland.

beaten, while Mrs. John Russ, who Is in favor of federation, declares thatthe matter is not settled, and that there will be another debate and ultimately a vote in its favor.
 The question of whether the Ebell shall confine itself exclusively to itself, or whether it shall in some degree lose it's identity somewhat by merging into a State federation of clubs, was brought up about two months ago, and a committee was appointed to communicate with other States and find out how they stand in the matter and also how the clubs regard woman suffrage It is admitted, though 1t has not been proclaimed yet from the housetops, that woman suffrage IS at a low ebb just now in Alameda County. It is a subject with which the Ebell has little to do, the members realizing that it is delicate question. The com- mittee, therefore, was carefully in- structed to see how the State federa- ton of ladies clubs viewed the suff- rage question.
 The society was discussing the mat ter at it's last meeting when President Bunnell asked that some one make a motion so that the matter could be properly discussed. To the surprise of all, Miss Babson moved that the committee be dismissed.
 A still greater surprise was caused when the motion carried by a small majority Many ladies wondered what had happened, and. had men been members of the Ebell, 1t would have been said that 1t was a case of poli- tice but politics are rigidly excluded from the Ebell.
 The committee Is thus in a quandary and has a lot of work on hand that it does not quite know how to dis pose of. It has correspondence from twenty-sevtn States to attend to. and it has as yet made no report. and re- fuses to consider itself disbanded at a moments notice. The interest Is very keen, and the matter is far from settled.
 "The Ebell Is too big and important to refuse to keep abreast of the times" " said a prominent member of the club to-day. We must branch out, and the difference of opinion now is over the question of whether we sha affiliate with other clubs and form State fed eration, or whether we shall keep our selves to ourselves. The club Is about evenly divided on the question, and, as it conce ms all our 400 and over members, it cannot be handled hur- riedly. AS a matter of fact, the ques- ton may have permanent effect on the future of the Ebell."
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
A DIVORCED WIPES CLAIM.
She Wants a Portion of the Property Left hx Her Deceased Husband.

ALAMEDA, March 4.-Some time ago Peter c. Helseley, an old smitchman, died in this city, leaving little piece of prop erty, which he devised to his daughter days Mrs Wall of Clayton. Ind. has put in a claim for portion of the prop erty She claims to be the divorced wife of deceased, and to be entitled to por- tic1 of the property. Many years ago H,fseiey deserted her and came to Cali fornia He bought the Alameda property and subsequently, his & wife obtained Rhd e, "a di- now advanced that as Helseley bought the property before the. divorce, 1t was community property, and his, wife Is still entitled to share in 1t. She has retained counsel and will make a fight on the lines indicated. There is just about enough of the property to pay the fees and costs of litigation.
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
TROUBLE IN A CLOTHING HOUSE Interest of Frank Pursch in the Firm
 of Pursch 6 Kaskel Attached.

The interest of Frank Pursch in the firm of Pursch & Kaskel, clothing manufac- turers, at 9 Sansome street, was attached yesterday by the Sheriff on claims aggre- gatinp over seO00. Pursch is resident of New York and the cause of his trouble is evidently one in the affairs of the firm, for D. Kaskel has placed an attachment on for s6717 The other creditors are John B. Earle, s2OO. and J. Wifi, s521 Naph- tally, Freidenrich & Alderman and J: w Lilienthal are the attorneys for the plain tiffS
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
EBELL1 LADIES IN A QUANDARY The Question of Fedora ton to Come Up on
 Tuesday.
A Committee Which Objects to Being Suddenly Cast
 Aside.
Members Are Equally Divided on a Subject of Great Inn
 portance.
Oakland Office San Francisco Call,
 9OS Broadway. March f.


 The Ebell Society will meet Tuesday afternoon, and the gathering is antici- pated with much interest by the two factions-for it is a fact that there are differences of opinion in the Ebell. The question of State federation is now oc- cupying the attention of the ladies, and it now appears that the question was not disposed of at the last meet ing as many supposed.
 Mrs A. w. Bishop holds that those who are in favor o, federating with other clubs in the State have been
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05

before effecting an entrance The bar keeper of Ellis 6 Kohl, of Seventh and Chester streets, took four shots at fleeing figure last night in the fog, put S02 Fifth street, was tempered with, but the timely arrival of some members or the family drove the intruders away.
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
Alameda News Notes.
without Recommendation.

OAKLAND, March 4.-The application of c Anreli for a license to sell liuuor at Twenty-seventh and Grove streets was met by protest last night in the com mitteee meeting, Tn protestants were: f;e,d T.. S Heinbert, c. w. Kinsey, Dr. M
 W. Wilson. George Patterson. F. H.
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
WOODW ARD IS HEARD AT LAST The Councilman Before the Grand Jury
 for an Hour. Inquiry Is Going Back to Where the Bold Scheme
 Began. Many Subpenas Are Issued, Made Returnable for Next
 Tuesday.
Oakland Office San Francisco Call,
 90S Broadway. March 4.

90S BrOdQWdy, MATCH r.
 The Grand Jury is gradually working backward, and it will soon be seeking information regarding the circum- stances surrounding the appointment of the last Republican City Convention It was at that time that the scheme resulting in the passage of the extor- tionate water rate ordinance had its birth. In some unaccountable manner the Republican City Central Commit tee surrendered the authority of ar ranging for primaries to committee of twenty-one, which in turn named
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05

Rhodes. Franz Massing, w. G. Petit, c. H. Mitchell. Daniel Crowley. A. H: Pratt H. l.. Branklower, Craigie Sharp, c. G. B. L. D. Armstrong. Mrs. K. Chambers, z. A. Aldrich, John Wood, Walter P. Flint, John H. Potter, w. l.. Dunn, George l.. Pierce and M. White. The application will be submitted to the Council With out recommendation.
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05

the United States Naval Observatory at Mare Island, Cal.
 notice stating whether the time ball was -~ dropped on time giving the error, if any. is published the same day by the afternoon papers. and by the morning papers the follow ing day. w. s: HUGHES,
 Lieutenant U. :. N. in charge.
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05

Only one person in fifteen has perfect eyes, the large percentage of defective ness prevailing among fair-haired peo- pie.
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
THE TIME BALL.

Branch Photographic Office. U. S. N, Mer- chants Exchange, San Francisco, March f. 1SeS
 The time ball on Telegraph Hill was dropped exactly at noon to-day-i e., at noon of the 120th meridian, or at exactly p. m. Green wtch time " $. HUGHES.
 Lieutenant U. S. N. in charge.
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
For San Jose. Los Gatos & Santa Cruz

steamer AIvfso leaves Pier 1 daily Sundays excepted) at 10 a. m.; Alyiso daily Saturdays excepted) at p. Freight and Passengers Fare between San Francisco and Alyiso. soc: to San Jose 75c. Clay street, Pier l. Al North First street, San Jose.
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
Encinal Yacht Club Meeting.

ALAMEDA. March 1.-The annual meeting of the Encnal Yacht Club was held Tuesday evening at the clubhouse. The folio wing directors were chosen: G. T. Wright, Dr. c. l.. Tisdale. P. S. Teller, Henry K. Field. Arthur Hckox H. NJ. Landsberger and Martin Strauss. The directors elected the following officers for the ensuing term: President c. L. Tis- dale; vice-president, P. $. Teller; secre- tary and treasurer. w. O. Hem; meas urer, Charles Thorn Jr. commodore, Cap tain J. s. Hanley; vice-commodore, Har- old Ward. It is intended to infuse new life into the organization and put it in the front rank of aquatic organizations.
 Left His Family.
 ALAMEDA, March 4.-Manuel Tes- cheira. an employe of the narrow-gauge road, is missing, and 1t is believed he has departed in order to get rid of support ing his wife and child. Some time ago his wife sued him for divorce, alleging cruelty, and obtained a decree, as she
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
Appealed From the Recorder.

OAKLAND, March 4-J. J. Coulter. horseman of Emeryville, has appealed from the decision of Recorder Quinn giv- ing William J. Dunn. 8 groom, judgment for S60 for labor performed. This is the first case appealed in the new town, al- though it was the 19Sth case that had been tried before the Recorder.
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
BUTTER AND CHEESE.
Health Officers Making an Inspection
 to Enforce an Ordinance.

ALAMEDA. March 4.-Having put the tubercuIin ordinance into effective opera ton so far as it relates to the sale of milk from tested cows, the health au- to the other portion of the ordinance, forbidding the sale of butter and cheese except from daries where the test has been applied. For some time Inspectors Carpenter and Maollot have been at work quietly visiting the groceries and gather ing data, ascertaining the source of sup ply of the butter and cheese sold here, and they will soon be ready to act. They will visit the daires supplying these ar ticles, and wherever no test has been made. or the owners refuse to make such test. their product will be tabooed and not be allowed to be offered for sale in this city
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
Marrow Escape in the Fog.

OAKLAND, March 4.-Another collision was narrowly averted on the bay to-day in the dense 4og. The ferry-steamer Piedmont left this side of the bay at 12:30 D. m with the passengers of three trains. When off Goat Island the Arcata was met, inward bound. They grazed one an- other, which nearly created panic among the passengers. They rushed for the life-preservers, but the Arcata dis appeared in the fog in an instant. The Piedmont's engines were stopped and re- versed just as the Arcata came in sight, but not in time to wholly avert the pend ing danger
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
Rev. R. H. Sawyer Arrives.

OAKLAND, March 4.-Rev. R. H. Saw yer, the new pastor of the Central Chris tian Church, from Anaconda, Mont, ar rived to-day with his wife and son. They teenth street for the time being. Next have taken up their residence at 5H Thir-
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
Faint Hearted Burglars.

OAKLAND, March 4.-Burglars con tirue to visit various portions of this city. Auger holes mark their attempts on sey-
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Stirring

made out her case Tescheira was direct ed to pay $10 month alimony, and it is supposed that in order to obviate doing this he has given up his job and left for unknown parts.
 Alameda News Notes.
 ALAMEDA. March 1.-The regular meeting of the Adelphian Club will be held tomorrow at the rooms of the socie- ty in the Tucker block. died yesterday at her nome 2l26 Clement and had lived here but few months The funeral will take place in San Fran cisco.
 William, Ellen. Sarah. Eben and Ruth Higby of this city have fallen heir to a large share of the valuable Ringot estate in San Benito County.
 Another pipe at Webster street and Santa Clara avenue has been destroyed Tie, pipe is in good condition except for four or five feet on each side of the track, where it was eaten badly and full of per
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
To Farm Town Lots.

OAKLAND, March 1.-The citizens
 the trial of the Pingree plan for the assistance of poor families met last evening. The finance committee will com mence soliciting funds at once, in order that town lots may be planted with vege- tables The work will be in charge Of the following executive committees: First Ward, J. A. Angwin, Second, l.. N. Hager, Third, Miss Rebecca Belcher: Fourth, w. R. Thomas; Fifth. K. A. Hughson; Sixth, Mrs. W. A. Jacobs; Seventh, w. c. Mas
The San Francisco call., 1898-03-05
7. Stamp Ordinance in Court.

OAKLAND, March IA. J. Mesmer of the firm of Mesmer & Smith and W. w. Curnow an employe of Phelan & Fish, were arrested for giving away trading stamps, in violation of the anti-stamp ordinance recently passed by the Council. The facts are admitted by the defendants, but they claim the ordinance is unconsti- tutional. Arguments will be made by the attorneys for the stamp company and City Attorney Dow and Prosecuting At torney Melvin before Judge Allen at 10 n,clnck tn-mOrrOM morning.