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The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26

1898. Without exception the pressure was
lower this year at every testing point
named by the superintendent. ThiTty-one
feet OF available head Of water was found
at Fifth and East Capitol Streets in 1897.
while there was no available head noted
this year. and fifty feet of available head
was found at First and X Streets south
east in 1898. although no head was found
there this year when the test was made.
For the purpose of illustrating the in
crease in the water consumption and waste
which occurs during the cold weather a
table is given showing the amounts in gal
Ions pumped to the middle service area
daily from February 5 to February %.
This amount supplied population of about
$1,000 people. No large public buildings
are included in the area. On February ),
when the mean temperature was IS de-
grees, 1864 coo gallons were pumped, max
ing 162 gallons per capita for population
of 81, 600. On the corresponding day in
1888, when the mean temperature was 81
degrees. i,S26,000 gallons were pumped
making l6l gallons per capita for popu
lation of 30, 900.
The number of gallons pumped during
February are given by the Superintendent
as follows: February 6. 25 degrees tenn
pcrature, 5.SSi,000 gallons, against 4,513, 900
Sal!oNS IN 1885 FeDFudfy 1, - degrees
temperature, 5,S95.OOO gallons. against
Leo, Geo in 1898; February S, temperature
IS degrees, 6l31, 600 gallons, against 1876
900 gallons in 1898; February ., tempera-
ture = degrees, 6,S25. coo gallons, against
4,3s9, 600 gallons in 1888 February 10, tenn
perature degrees below zero, 741y, 900
gallons, against 1877 coo gallons in 1898;
February II, temperature > degrees below
zero, 7,5l2,O00 gallons, against 4 LOG coo gal
Ions in 1898; February y, temperature s
degrees, 7,il6,OG0 gallons, against 4,4Ol.-
COO gallons in 1888; February -, tempera-
lure degrees, 1920 gallons, against
las, coo in 1898; February II, temperature
IA degrees. 1875. 600 gallons. against 1854
900 in 1898; February -, temperature
II degrees, 1892 900 gallons. against 1923.
0G0 gallons in 1898: February 10, tempera-
ture "a degrees, 7,07i,000 gallons, against
1851, coo gallons in 1898; February II, tenn
perature AZ degrees. G969. 0G0 gallons
against 4.707 coo gallons in 1898; February
10, temperature 81 degrees, G,429 coo gal
Ions. against 4,372, 0cO gallons in 1895; Feb
ruary 10, temperature 40 degrees, 6,l02, COO
gallons, against 1921, 900 gallons in 1898;
February 20, temperature A degrees
G,244.5Se gallons. against 4,los.00o gallons
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26

his possession such a bird will be held re-
sponsible whether or not he knows the
species.
When the birds in question are received
in this city they have had their feathers
removed and their heads cut off. In this
state it is impossible for anyone but an
expert orntho.ogist to tell whether they are
OF the protected species. The oTnithOioS
lists do know. however, and il is through
this knowledge that the police are en-
abled TO prosecute the vio!ators OF the law.
Two experts from the Smithsonian In
stitution. while passing through the Gen.
ire Market one day last week noticed
that the feet of some OF the birds exposed
for sale had not been removed, and that
they belonged TO the robin species. which
is one OF the most useful insectivorous
birds in the country. The head and
feathers of the birds in the market had
been removed. but this did not interfere
with their Identification By the experts.
The robin, in common with all birds OF
the thrush family. has peculiar formation
of the skin on its feet that easily distin-
guishes it from any other spscies. OF
course. it would be difficult for anyone but
an expert to tell the difference until it was
explained to them, and it is probable that
the men in the market did not know what
species of birds they had exposed for sale.
The birds were there, however, and IN
large numbers, some two hundred or more
OF them being seen by the Smithsonian ex-
perts.
AS they were very well acquainted with
the law on the subject. and also were aware
that the violations of II We're fragrant and
frequent, they decided to bring the matter
to the attention of the officials of the De-
partment of Agriculture, who would take
the necessary steps to have the dealers in
birds prosecuted.
The Department of Agriculture in turn
notified Major Richard Sylvester, who,
besides holding the Office of chief of police
OF the District of Columbia. is also its
game warden. Major Sylvester Immediate
ly sent one of his men 10 the market to
buy one of the unlawful birds il possible
and the latter was successful. A warrant
was then sworn out and the dealer who
sold the bird was notified to appear in
court The case is to come up for trial
tomorrow morning and some interesting
developments are looked for. as the al
legged violations of the law have been go
ing on for some time. and this is the first
case in which those selling the prohibited
birds have been apprehended
An ornithologist told reporter Cor The
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
MUST PAY A LICENSE FEE.
Attorney Thomas Ruling Relative 10
the Halls of the Ancicnts

In an opinion rendered by S. T. Thomas.
the Attorney for the District. it is held
that the Halls of the Ancients. in New
York Avenue, come within the provisions
of the ordinance of 1864. which requires a
license of SO per week to be paid be
cause they are conducted for gain
Through its attorney. John b. Iarner,
the National Galleries Company recently
made application in behalf of the company
for license for the Halls of the Ancents.
The Assessor informed the applicant tina;
no license could be Issued except at the
rate of $40 per week. in accordance with
the law governing such enterprises. Mr..
Larner thought the taxation of the gal
iertes in this manner to be unjust and the
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26

Times last night that robins were con-
stantly being exposed for sale in Wash
ington in direct violation of the law
The species known as the horned lark"
is also frequently brought to this city and
sold in the markets. These birds are al
ways beheaded and stripped OF their feath-
ers before being placed on the stands
The bird experts are able to distinguish
these two species very easily. however.
the first in the manner named above and
the second by means OF a long claw or
spur that comes out from the back of the
foot. This spur is found on all birds that
live mostly on the ground. but in none is
the popularity so pronounced as in the
horned lark family.
Ornithologists from the Smithsonian In
stitution and the Department of Agricult-
ure have been summoned to appear as
witnesses for the Government in the case
against the merchant when it is called for
trial tomorrow, and every effort will be
made to prosecute the violators of the
law
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
An Old Jcweiry Firm in Financial
Trouble

The old firm of Moore & Lsndig. Jewellers,
or No. llO9 Pennsylvania Avenue. has sue
cumDed to financial difficulties and their
pennsylvania Avenue store is now closed.
This trouble has also caused the dissolu-
ton OF the copartnership lately existing
between Mr. w. c. Shaw and Mr.. Robert
Leding' now occupying jewelry store at
ilOo + Street. Mr.. Leding having assumed
the responsibilities OF the w. C. Shaw
Company thus relieving Mr.. Shaw from
all its liabilities
To meet the demands of the creditors of
Messrs. Moore and Leding the stock of the
W. c. Shaw Company from F Street and
the Moore & Leding stock from Penusyl-
yania Avenue have been consolidated and
removed TO No. 1925 Street for the con-
yenience of disposing of the same. where
it will be sold at public auction to liuui-
date the Moore & Leding Indebtedness.
The firm of Moore & Leding has been in
business for many years on Pennsylvania
Avenue, where its store has been a land
mark.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
Spring suits at Sic.

The first lot we ask you to inspect
consists of the most fashionably man
tailored suits of cheyiot serge, in all
the new spring shades, including new
shade of blue, new brown, green, tan,
and the like. And there are the swell
looking venetians in the lot. Every
garment is made in the newest and
most elegant fashion. Cut in the new
est effects. Skirts are in the newest
style. Our Introductory price shall be
$40 for the choice of any garment in
the lot.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
Dress goods values to cause
a stir

We shall have news of the most in
tsresting sort for wise women tomor-
row-when we put on sale lot of spe-
ciaI values in dress fabrics, the like of
which have never been known in re-
tail selling before. But it Is isn't at
all like Hechts to stick TO the old
precedents of high prices-as we have
already shown in former offerings.
Tomorrow's values will add greatly ID
our fame for low selling-and bring
a lost of shrewd buyers to the dress
goods department.
A lot of black figured mohair, in the
neatest and most effective patterns,
small, medium, and large designs be-
ing among the lot. Best raven back,
at that-which viii prove its worth in
the long service and satisfaction
given. Soft fine quality-and never
sold under u 12c or 15c yard in 81C
any store in America before, for oS
Yard-wide all-wool ladies' fancy
suitings, in smart two-tone effects
especially adapted for spring tailor
made costumes, and fancy waists. A
look will demonstrate their value.
more fully than a column of talk.
Good, SerNlceaDle SORT lndI VIII d.
ways look well, and make the most
fashionable garments. Worth 39c 10C
yard, for ~
We have secured large lot of fine
dress stuffs from a New York importer
at a great concession, and we shall
share our good fortune with you to-
morrow. The lot consists of fine quail
ity black mohair, of extra high lustre,
and which is full yard and quarter
wide When made up it is fully as
handsome in appearance as six, and
will give much more service. 1t is
closely woven and soft to the touch
and of the richest black. 1t was i'm
ported TO sell at 75c a yard-and it
doesn't take judge of quality to de-
eide its full worth. Worth 75c Sfc
yard, for -.----.-.-..--...... w
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
IN NO DANGER OF SMALLPOX.
The Commissioners Reply to JUDI .
kipibnlI's Complaint.


The District Commissioners yesterday
replied to the letter of Judge Ivory G..
KimbalI of the Police Court, calling atten-
ton TO the danger of smallpox spreading
as a result of Health Office employees
visiting the Police Court
Ii seems that when DIR. Lynch visited
the Polce Court he appeared in answer
to subpoena and consequently had no dis
cretion in the matter of his appearance.
I'm answer to your request that the
Health officer be instructed not to permit
his employees who have been in contact
with smallpox cases to appear in the
Police Court" say the Commissioners in
their reply to the judge, 1.-THE Commits
sioners beg to say that they have every
confidence in the Health Officer and would
prefer to trust TO his judgment rather than
their own in matters relating to conta-
gious diseases"
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
Spring suits at 1888.

In this second lot you will find many
of the most tra-fashionable gar
ments that can be seen in any of the
exclusive stores this season. The lot
includes the finest imported novelties,
in fancy worsteds, yenetians. and chew
lots. Jackets are in both tight fitting
and loose fitting styles. Some are
trimmed with sfik braid, some ore
wide facingf on Jackets. All Jack
cts are tafieta silk lined. Skirts
are extra Swidel and are bound
with best yefyetefn. Every garment
is fashionahT tailored by the best
man-tailors possible to get. You have
the choice Of all the newest and most
fashionable shades. including browns,
oxblcod. etc.s Our Introductory price
will be s19.2S.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
Notion specials.

Clark's 20. N T." spool cotton Lee
spool.
Large loo bottles ammonia. use
bottle.
100 yard spools of silk go for / lie.
Toilet paper, extra large rolls, worth
10c. for lie.
Toe whalebones for &c dozen.
12c English book pins, sc a paper.
sc mourning pins. in boxes, for &c.
lie paper of hair pins, for 1c.
10c garter webbing for lie strip.
II lie ladies' and misses hose sup
porters, &c.
u lie whalebone casing. &c piece.
l. lie Klienert's dress shields, sizes
.. 3 and l.. &c pair.
10c pearl buttons, all sizes. sc dozen.
sc stocking darners for &c each
All sizes cotton twilled tape for lie.
Toe whalebones for sc dozen.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26

in 1898: February q. temperature 40 de-
grees, 100000 gallons, against 4.222, coo
gallons in 1898; February % temperature
50 degrees. 5.S12 600 gallons, against i,l3I,-
600 gallons in 1898.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
"Hechts,, Greater Stores.
'Hechts' Greater Stores"
Sale Of |aundered and
unlaundered shirts.

The sale of mems Numbered and unlaundered shirts which
began here Saturday has already proved right to the claim
greatest" No offered such array of values in
shirts before No such low prices heard of fer
such splendid garments Additional lots go sale Monday-to
keep the fresand wise will need second
bidding to the feast of bargains.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
"Heehts' Greater Stores.
Csc ribbons 90 for l5c.

Monday we shall cause a
stir in ribbon circles with a spe-
cial offer of high grade ribbons
at less than they've ever been
sold before. We shall put ON
sale a big lot of 4. ). and 6-inch
all-silk taffeta ribbons. in all
shades which are now fashion
able-which has never been
sold under 25c a yard before
and offer it at 15c a yard.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
Curtains
u1hOIsterieS, etc.

You have but to look at Mon
days special offerings in Uplol-
stories, Curtains and the like to
see how determined we are that
you shall give us your trade.
Prices are seldom brought SO
low-on such high qualities.
A special lot of fine golden art dra-
peries, crepons, and siliolines, yard
wide. in a variety of styles and dainty
colorings-worth IL Lee and H3C
l5c, VIII go for.
Yard wide white figured swiss, for
curtains and draperies, worth &c
15c yard. VIII go for. IS
special lot of Nottingham lace cur
tains. splendid quality and good nc
length, will go, per pair. for......oi
A lot of extra heavy floor oilcloths.
in very pretty designs, worth SOC a
yard, l and yards wide, will 167C
go. per yard, for. us
Yale-Holland window shades,
with heavy tambour lace, all fix 0dC
lures complete, go for. -
a lot of Smyrna rugs. in new oriental
designs, size 80 by 60 inches, will 0QC
90 lot ~
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26

Mems and boys usual
SOC white unlaundered
shirts, made of Wamsutta
muslin. with REINFORCED
back and front-have all
the latest improve
ments-sizes IL to Q1C
1S-for. ID
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26

''Let no think meanly of habits Of
economy II is economy to drink Heurch's
beer. because one derives more benefit from Hct,-
rich's than from any other beer IIeurich's
may cost little but the difference /.
put III Mierzen, SeEate. Extra Pale and Lager
Beer, thus giving the people a pure and whole
some article. Try of Ieurich's by 'phori-
ing 81. writing Arlington BottlinG Co..
Twenty seventh and X. Streets northwest.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
Special prices for summer
stuffs.

1t may be rather early to urge the
buying of lawns and other spring and
summer fabrics-but we have made
special prices that it will pay you to
take advantage of at once. We want
TO demonstrate at once the wonderful
capabilities of this showing-and get
you acquainted with the wonderfully
low prices which We shall quote.
Fast co!ored Scotch lawns. in stripes,
and Persian and fancy effects of the
daintiest description, in both medium
and large designs. The colors are
strictly fast-and it is such a quality
as others would ask 6 lie. a yard for
Our special price tomorrow shall DC
Brccaded mousselaine. a raised zig
gag thread figured fabric. in lappet pat
terms and coiored figures of dozens OF
serts-splendid quality-soft and fine
the daintiest and prettiest that can be
found of its sort. The greatest variety
of handsome colorings are represented
in the lot 1t is not cheap lawn as
you might judge from the price, which
will be down to the wonderful 07C
lowness tomorrow Of. is
Heavy corded piques, in light and
dark grounds, with fancy figured and
polka dot effects-which will prove one
of the most popular fabrics for spring
wear-well worth 15c. yard, will be
offered as a special tomor- 1a7C
TO" at .--...-.--.-.. NO
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26

Mems and boys white
unlaundered shirts-none
better made than these
in open back and front
perfect fitting-with all
the latest shirt improve
ments in 'em-for which
every other store hhC
gets 75c-for. ...... TT
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
ChiId's I9c hose, 7c.

special lot of children's fast back
ribbed hose. which are sod regularly
at 19c-will be offered for cents a
pair. Good. strong quality that will
stand the tear and wear OF everyday
school and play life admirably. You
couldn't get better value anywhere.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
Usual 75e corsets, 29c.

Monday we shall offer big lot OF
ladies' perfect fitting corsets. such as
sell regularly all over town at 75c. for
29c a pair. These are eorsets which
have become slightly soiled from han
ding, but such small fault should not
deter you from buying. as it Will rot
make any difference in the wear They
are in long. short. and medium lengths.
and IN gray. black. and white. You
shouldn't miss buying a I5c corset for
29e. Be here Monday to take advantage
of il.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
Introductory sale Of ladies' spring
suits,

The spring styles ladies' faslonaby
their introduction here
your verdict will be favor We have gathered
entire citytha
of fashion, that possibly The
showing many imported will appeal
every careful woman's skilled tailor is here
any you may desire Every will appreciate
servce-as the hand tailor
perfect fit garments that taiors first produced
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
Silk GrepOn skirts, $3.50.

A lot of new and handsome silk Gre
pom skirts, in the choice of several rich
patterns, which are the very acme of
skirt stylishness. will be offered at the
introductory price OF 1898. They are
finished in the most elegant manner
and betray the marks of the skilled
man tailor's hands. They all have The
new loop back.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26

Mems and boys unlaun-
dered shirts. in white,
with colored bosoms-
which are never sold for
less than 39e-made in
the best manner-perfect
fitting-guaranteed SO
sizes IL to II H. 1SC
for. ................. ~
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
More of ladies summer
shirt waists go at Csc.

New lots have been added to the shirt
waist sale to keep the assortment fresh
and desirable. Those of you who haven't
taken advantage of the wonderful Of
fering will be given another oppor-
tunity. In the lot you will find an i'm
mense variety of percales. lawns, ging-
hams, piqCes, madras. India linons, etc.
They are in the greatest assortment of
new and pretty patterns and coloriugs.
They are intended to sell at sI.9S to
s8e-and you get the choice for only
40 cents. They are all made in the
newest effects. and workmanship and
fit are without a flaw.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
New serge skirts, S4.98.

a special lot of the advance spring
styles in ladies' dress skirts &C on sale
tomorrow at a special Introductory
price that should make every woman
a buyer. The lot is made up of fine
quality black heavily applique braided
cheviot serge skirts. and black crepon
skirts. which are made with the new
style loop back. They go for $4.9S.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
Sale Of ladies' SI.25 gloves, sec.
Extraordinary selling in eInbroideri:S.

We have purchased lot of samples of embroderies
and nserngs from of the best obbers the coun
trand offer them tomorrow prices which will the
greatest sensation among merchants BUYERS The
prices less than half what you usually payand
brOideres of the freshest dainty
Hamburg embroideres with nserngs match and are from
marked like this:
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
Men S Iaundered
shirts, 39C.

A big lot Of mems
white Numbered dress
shirts, which are the reg
ular soc sort, will go for
SOC each. They are as
perfect fitting and as full
of good points as any
shirt made-you couldn't
better 'em at any price,
hardly. Made of Wam-
sutta muslin. 21o0 linen
bosoms, wrists and wrist
bands, cut full and gen.
erously. SO cents.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
SI.5O and 81 wrappers, Gee.

A lot of ladies' superfne quail
ity h1nnelette wrappers, which
are deliberately trimmed in braid
and made in the most thorough
ly stylish manner-perfect fit
ting and full of good points
will be put on sale tomorrow at
90 cents. They are regular
81 so and s. values-and you
couldn't get better or more de-
sirab,e garments anywhere.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
Ladies' dfess>skirts, $50.

A lot Of news skirts are offered you
tomorrow at a price you can hardly
resist-lt's SO much less than usual.
The lot consists Of figured brilliantine
and raised check skirts, made in the
most fashionable manner-which we
offer at 80 cents. Every skirt is nice
ly finished and perfect fitting.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
millinery sneciais.

miiiiIiGiy SI5GldlS.
lot Of ladies' felt hats. in the great
est variety of shapes and colors- n
the last of our stock, will go for.
lot of black wings. of the most de-
pendable- quality, rich jet black, 16C
will go for. IL
Choice Of lot of infants dainty
china silk caps, in all siZes-fnished
in the prettiest effects, and daintily
embroidered-worth up to si.S9, dlC
VIII go for. ............-........f ~
A lot of violets for spring hats and
bonnets. true to nature, will 90, per &c
A miscellaneous lot of roses, violets.
and foliage, will be offered, per DC
bunch, for only.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
Ladies Soc silk vests, 39c.

A lot of ladies' spun silk vests. In
cream, black, and lavender. with silk
crocheted necks and armholes. which
are the regular SOC sort-will be CT
fered for 80 cents.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26

260 pairs more of those fine So
pants go in at $3.50 tomorrow
consisting of the most stylish cas-
simeres, worsteds. and cheviots-in
neat and dressy stripes. plaids. and
checks made and finished in fault,ess
style.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
Men S night
robes, $780,.

A good big lot of mems
fine quality Wamsutta
muslin night shirts,
trimmed with fancy en-
broidery down front-and
made in the best possible
manner-which are worth
double-will go for 80
cents tomorrow. All
seams are felled-and the
sizes are from IA to Is.
Every shirt is cut full
and literally wide. Full
Sc inches long. You can
not get better at Toe
yet they go at SOC.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26
Men S 81 fancy
shirts, $50.

Immense lot of mems
fine quality madras shirts.
in all the most desirable
styles and every new
spring pattern; have soft
bosoms; have detacha-
Bile cuffs, Every gar
ment is made in the best
possible manner-perfect
fitting and well finished.
Were intended to sell at
75c and a dollar. Go
at 80 cents for choice.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-02-26

Choice CT any pair Of dress trousers
in this lot-consisting of the most fash
ionable stripe worsteds and many 9TH
er attractive patterns-tailored with all
the skill and thoroughness the best
sartorial talent is capable of-which
sold at Sc and $T-wiil go for SS75.