davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
A DEN OF FlRE.BUGS.
One of the Worst in Sussex County Broken
up by Detectives.

What is said to have been one of the
worst dens in Sussex county was
broken up last Wednesday by Detec-
tive McVey who raided the shanty in
which Robert Morris colored and four
white women lived, on the road be-
tween Laurel and Delmar. He dis
covered it several days ago, when he
was investigating the recent burning
of the cottages in MOore's grove. near
Laurel AS result of the investiga-
ton William Galloway, Alice Tull, and
Lena White are locked up in George
town, charged with burning Moore's
Grove cottages and Robert Morris is
held on the charged of harboring a 16-
year-old girl for immoral purposes.
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
CT,U.CONvENTION MEETING
IMPRESSIONS OF THE RECENT STATE CON-
VENTION AT WILMINGTON.
Our Local Union Met at their Room, Mon
day Afternoon and Gave an Inter-
esting Program.

estlng program.
The Woman's Christian Temperance
Union held an interesting Convention
Meeting in their room on Monday af-
ternoon. The delegates who had at
tended the recent State Convention in
Wilmington and the visitors to the
Pennsylvania Convention, held in Oil
vet church, Philadelphia, gave as full
an account of the meetings as the time
would permit.
There was a goodly number of the
members and friends present and after
a brief devotional service, the Presi-
dent called for the reports.
Miss Susie Hudson gave very COM
plete report of the Loyal Temperance
Legion work, as CLEANED from Miss
Eastburn's report.
Mrs. t. HI. Haynes reported the pro-
ceedings of Thursday afternoon-pos
sibly the most interesting session
giving extracts from the address of
Mrs. Rachael Foster Avery, on
Franchise, or Equal Suffrage"
from Mrs. A. D. Warner, presi-
dent of the State Federation of
Women's Clqb, on the 'Unity of Wo-
mans Work." Mrs. Matlack on ''Sys-
tematic Giving and Evangelistic
Work." Mrs. Marks on the "Girls Ia
dustrial School," and Mrs. N. B.
Smithers on "Prisons, Jails and Aims
houses" In this report, Mrs. Smith
ers made a very earnest plea for the
inmates of the almshouses, these poor
unfortunate waits of humanity, who
are the charge of the State, many
through no fault of theirs, only mis-
fortune sends them there. They are
not criminals, having committed no
crime. She urged special care and at
tention for this work during the
year.
Mrs. Grant told what an inspiration
the Convention had been to her and
how she felt better acquainted with the
Temperance work and workers.
Mrs. Kate E. Smithers gave {
graphic account of the ''Sailor's Rest,
maintained by the Philadelphia W. G.
Il. U. The services were held on {
large pier at the foot of Washington
street. As soon as the little organ wa
brought out, the men began gathering
around and sang Justify: "Throw Gu
the Life Line" being the first piec
called for. The men were very appre
ciative and helpful. They could no
90 to the churches for service, dresse,
in their blue clothes, just as they cam
off shipboard, so the gospel must b
taken to them. In the ''Rest" IS
little room for services, and readin
room ana many of them have thei
mail sent there. Those in charge Sc
to it that the men going out in a sal
ing vessel have letter to greet thei
in every port they touch remindin
them of their pledge, etc.
Mrs. Bertha Wilson sang a solo
"Where is My Wandering Boy II
Night?"
Mrs. Jennie G. S. Price gave fe
gleanings from the various sessions
especially an account of the visit
the "Girl's Industrial School" I'll
traction company of the city of Wi
mington, invited the entire conventiC
to take free ride to the school, sent
ing three special cars to convey the
out and back
After singing the temperance doxC
egy, the meeting adjourned.
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
MATRIMONIAL EVENTS.
Weddings Passed. and Weddings That Will
Come off Soon.

Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph L. Beckett
have issued invitations to the marriage
of their daughter, Miss Clara Willis,
to Mr.. Frank S. Busser, of Philadel-
phia, to take place at their residence,
''The Locusts," Main street, on Tues
day, October 31st, at half after one
o'clock.
Howard B. France, son of Rev.
John France, formerly of Smyrna, and
Miss Margaret Butz, daughter of Mr..
and Mrs. John Butz, of Wilmington,
were married last evening.
Miss Bessie, daughter of the late
William Herbert, of New Castle, and
Richard G. King, superintendent oi
the Wilmington & New Castle Rail
way, will be married October %.
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
DEATH OF MRS. J. II. MORRIS.
Died in Philadelphia Sunday Afternoon After
Long Illness.

Mr.. Clara V. Morris, wife of James
Fl. Morris, died at their home in Phila-
delphia on Sunday afternoon, after a
long illness, from a complication of
diseases. Mr.. Morris was resident
for some years in Smyrna where the
deceased was well-known, until six
months ago they moved to Philadel-
phia. Besides a husband, she leaves
several children. The remains reached
here on the noon train to-day, inter
ment being in Odd Fellows Cemetery,
Rev. L. W. Layfeld officiating.
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
A Request Concerning Dead Leaves.

This is the season of the falling leaf.
They come down by the thousands.
The question is, what to do with them
We are requested by one of the Town
Commissioners to say to the house
keepers to sweep them at the side, in
piles or otherwise, as they please, but
not in the middle of the road to be
tramped on by teams. The town
hauler will gather them up every two
or three days and cart them away. BY
this means the streets can be kept in
good condition.
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
LOST A ROLL OF $1,000.
PurneIl Shorts of RaymOnd's Neck, Had an
Exciting Experience.

Mr.. Purnell Shorts of Raymond's
Neck, was considerably perturbed one
day last week over the loss of some
$1,000 which he had put in his pocket,
previous to taking the Steamer Brady
for Philadelphia. At the boat he felt
for the money and found it was gone.
He went back to his residence, but
could not find the money there. Re-
membering that he had met man on
the road, he went direct to see him
about it. The latter advised him to
make another search, and Mr.. Shorts
found the money in his pocket. He
barely caught the boat.
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
Accepted a Position In New York.

Harry G. Benson, son of Capt. Jos.
B. Benson, of the Light House, who
has been in Philadelphia for several
years, has gone to New York to take a
position as bookkeeper with McDon-
nell, Stout & Co., wholesale silk and
satin dealers, 81 and % west Third
street,
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
ST. POLYCARP'S SPECIAL SERVICES.
The Sermon Next Sunday to be Given by
Rev. Vim. Temple, D. D., of EastOn, Md.

NSN' Wm' lShiPie' ID D'' vi EdStOh, mu'
On Sunday, Oct. 22nd, at II O'Clock
A. NJ, the service known as the Forty
Hours Devotion will commence in this
church. High Mass will be celebrated
by Father Waldron, of Dover.
An elaborate musical program will
be rendered by Holy Cross choir of
Dover, with Miss Mary Hartnett at the
organ. The choir will be assisted by
the choir of Smyrna, and a Dover or
chestra, composed of E. Heite, violin;
Edw. Pierce, trombone, and Geo.
Clendaniel, cornet.
In the evening at 7.3O, Vesper Ser
mon and benediction. Monday at 81
A. NJ, Mass; in the evening at 7.30,
sermon by Rev. VIM. Temple, D. D.,
of Easton, Md. Father Temple is well
known in Smyrna, being the son of the
late VIM. George Temple and grand
son of Governor Temple, both former
residents of Smyrna. The pastor OF
st. Polycarps extends an invitation to
the friends of DR.. Temple to come and
listen to him as this is the first time
DIR. Temple has adressed a Smyrna
audience. On Tuesday morning the
services will close at 10 A. NJ. The
affairs will be elaborately decorated with
the choicest of potted plants, cut flow
ers and innumerable candles. The
public is welcome to all the services.
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
Methodist Prayer Meeting Lectures.

Beginning with tonight, the Rev.
Chas. A. Hill, pastor, will inaugnrate.
a series of lectures to be given every
Wednesday night at the Prayer Meet
ing Service, on "The Lords Prayer. "
They will doubtless be similar to his
course of lectures on Bunyan's Pill
grim's Progress, which will not be
soon forgotten.
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
Will Go TO Manila.

P. Blair Pie left Newark Friday
morning for California, where he ex-
poets to join a transport for Manila.
He will be a lieutenant in the 47th
regiment. We wish him success in
his new field. He is a graduate of
Delaware College, class of '93. He is
known by many in this town.
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
HER EIGHTY.FIRST BIRTHDAY.
Mrs. Mary Hutchison, of KentOn, Given a
Delightful Surprise.

Mrs. Mary Hutchison was given a
pleasant surprise on Tuesday afternoon
by her children on the event of her
S1st birthday. Besides the whole
some pleasure afforded, some very
pretty birthday gifts were presented.
Those at the party we're: Mrs. Lou
Wilson, Mrs. Jennie Fenimore, Mr..
Eddie Wilson of Leipsic; Mr.. and
Mrs. Sam Hutchisoh, Miss Margaret
Hutchison, Mrs. Clara Bailey, Rev.
and Mrs. G. r. Ellis, and Mrs. George
Gregg.
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
IMPRACTICAL LAYING OF CROSSINGS.
A Tendency Toward Getting Them Low all
Over TOwn.-Muddy Places In Winter.

The Street Committee of the Smyrna
Town Council have lowered the cross
ing at Market street extending from
the Fruit Growers National Bank
property to the store of Mrs. Chance.
Before it was disturbed, it was the
highest and best crossing in town.
Some are criticizing the action of the
chairman of the committee, as it was
changed, we understand, without a
majority consent of the committee,
and without vote of the Town Coun-
Gil. Most all the crossings in town
have concave form instead of the
convex.
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
TOWN COUNCIL MATTERS.
The Motion Made to Condemn Silver Poplar
Trees, Rescinded at Last
Meeting.

The regular meeting of the Smyrna
Town Council was called to order last
Friday, with all present except Coun-
cilmen Walls and Moore. Alderman
Collins report for the month of Sep
tember was read, and showed that 81. so
had been collected in fines and taxes
and passed over to the Town Treas
urer.
The following statement for the
month of September was read:
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
CELEBRATED HIS list BIRTHDAY.
Mr.. Edward Beck Enjoyed Last Evening
With His Children.

Mr.. Edward Beck celebrated his
list birthday yesterday by having all
of his children and grandchildren ex-
cept those at distance who could not
get here, gathered around the festive
board last evening. Mr.. Beck has
been in poor health recently, but he
has the sincere wish of his Smyrna
friends for many more happy birthday
returns.
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
Junior Christian Fndeavor Society.

The young folks of the Junior Chris
tian Endeavor Society were enter
tanned at the home of Miss Bertha Hof-
fecker on Friday evening. Besides
furnishing them entertainment, the
officers gave them a treat
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
New Hotel for Rehoboth.

Jefferson & Lofand, of the Hotel
Wilmington, have purchased from
David M. Hess of Philadelphia, the
site of the Bright House at Rehoboth,
which was destroyed by fire about
four years ago.
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
STEAMER HILDRGARDE ON ROUTE.
Has Been Changed From an Excursion to
Passenger and Freight Boat.

The Steamer Hildegarde, of the Far
mers' and Merchants Steamboat Com
pany, which has been at the Whining
ton shipyard, undergoing a transfor-
nation from an excursion boat to a
freight and passenger boat, arrived
here ON Saturday morning and left on
schedule time Monday, with heavy
freight. She presents quite different
appearance since she has been closed
In -
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
A Growing MiddIetown Firm.

J. @. Parker & Son Co., is one of the
incorporated concerns at Dover this
week. This is the Diamond State
Harness Factory which has grown from
a small plant to $40, 900 corporation.
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
METHODIST CHURCH PAINTING CONTRACT
Awarded to ]. E. Carter of this Town.
Work Commenced on Church.

After what seemed an unnecessary
delay, the painting of the wood work
of Asbury M. Z. Church has been
awarded to Jos. E. Carter, and he COM
menced on the work yesterday. AS
the old paint will have to be burnt of,
it will take until cold weather to finish
-
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
TWENTIETH CENTURY CLUB.
Last Fridays Meeting Taken up Mostly in
Hearing Reports of Committees.

There was a good attendance at the
Twentieth Century Club last Friday
afternoon. The feature of the meeting
was Parliamentary Drill, and it
was conducted with much interest
throughout. Most of the program was
taken up in hearing the reports of the
different chairmen of the standing
committees. The following is the pro-
gram:
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
Will Spend the Winter South.

Miss Beulah Jefferson will leave to-
morrow for Memphis, Tennessee,
where she purposes spending the win
ter with her three brothers, Messrs.
Harry, Paul and Townsend Jefferson.
Smyrna times., 1899-10-18
A Prolific Pear Tree.

DAME Mifiin near Dover, gathered
twenty-one baskets of Keiffer pears
from one tree.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-06-06
ANAC0STIA HAPPENINGS.
Edward COrwfn's Disappearance-ln.
crease I'm School Facilities.

The police were notified last night OF the
disappearance from his home in Anacostla
May 30 Of Edward Corwin a white man.
who recently moved here. taking up his
residence with his wife and young children
at 335 Harrison street. He was lately en-
ployed in the navy yard and has also been
in the navy. His wife has no idea Of his
present whereabouts He IS thirty-one
years old, had sandy hair and mustache
and wore dark coat, light pants and black
derby hat when he left home. The police
of the city were notified.
Residents of Good Hope section believe
their locality will be granted needed school
facilities. for which they have often petition
ed, when the next appropriations are made
as special effort to this end is going TO be
made with the help of the school authori-
ties. The matter is made to look promising
Glcat9 owning what is known as East
Washington Heights to donate TO the Dis
triet d site adjoining the present building
The frame building now in use a school
house is oven crowded. and children belong
ing TO classes beyond the fourth grade are
compelled to attend school at Anacostla.
II is understood the wishes Of the residents
on the north side of jefferson street be-
tween Monroe arr Fillmore streets in rela-
ton TO the sewer which is to be constructed
Tor their benefit and from which number
Of parplexing questions arose are to be fol-
lowed and the sewer laid through the side
walk. The matter has assumed different
phases at times, but the statement now
made is said to be final.
The police report this morning shows
many sidewalks in need of repairs.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-06-06
MARBLE BUST OF BRYAN.
Forwarded With Address 10 Wife Of
Distinguished NebrasLan.
1T FLOATS.


There was meeting of democrats of the
District last evening, when an address to
Mrs. VIM. ]. Bryan was forwarded. 10 be
presented to her with the marble bust of
her husband which was executed by the
artist TrentanoVe
The meeting was held at the Metropoli-
tan Hotel, and was called to order by Mr..
Edwin A. Newman, who was elected per-
n anent chairman, Mr.. Robert E. Mattingly
being made secretary.
A committee composed of ]. NJ. Devine,
Robert Z. Mattingly. W. NICK. Clayton, J.
II. Ralston, DIR. Henry Darling and Robert
y. Harper. was appointed to draw up an
address to Mrs. Bryan, and 1t reported
to the effect that the high regard and
esteem in which Mr.. Bryan is held by the
democrats OF the District of Columbia
prompted them to seek this means of con-
veying in enduring form slight eN-
preston of the same. 1t is presented to you
10 adorn the home wherein. through your
womanly devotion to the lofty ideals of
our republic your gifted husband finds
strength and encouragement to fight the
battles of the plain people.
In giving voice to the sentiments of the
democrats of the District of Columbia" the
committee says, I'VE are conscious of the
fact that We reflect the sentiments Of the
democrats Of the natiOn, who appreciate
the NOBILITY OF character SItn winch you
are fortunately endowed. that enables you
TO seek your own greatest good in your
country's greatest triumph.
We ask you to accept this slight token
of our regard with the sincere hope that it
will NOT only be source Of joy to you, but
TO your children and your children's chill
dren fo- endless generations"
The address was signed by Edwin A.
Newman, chairman: Robert E. Mattingy,
secretary; William Dickson, George Killeen.
William h. Carr Cotter T. Bride. j. NJ. De-
vine. Patrick T. INLAND, James L. Norris,
Benjamin G. Davis, Col L. Q. Washington,
Henry Iarling, John A. Clarke. Charles C.
Stone. w. McI<. Clayton, Robinson White,
Dwight Anderson, B. f. Edwards Stilson
Hutchlns, Thomas Brien, J. H. Ralston.
William r. Whelan, Robert N. Harper. c.
A. Eccleston q. Trentanove, j. Fred Kelly,
William Holmead, John w. Peake and L. S.
Newman.
After several speeches were made the
meeting was adjourned.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-06-06
Investigating Milk SuuuIy.

The eity's milk supply is now undergoing
an investigation. and the work is being
done by Prof. ]. d. Hird. the health de-
partment's chemist. 1t is the intention Of
Health OFFICER Woodward to have the work
completed before the hot weather sets in.
Samples of the milk have been obtained at
the depots as It is received here from the
shippers, and, ii is stated. these samples
are standing the test very well On the
other hand samples are also being obtained
from the wagons and business places and
while many of them are up TO the standard
or above II, others have not met the re-
quirements, and some prosecutions will
probably follow II is understood that be-
fore the investigation is finished samples of
milk will be obtained from about every
dealer in the city
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-06-06
where McGfrk Was Hung.

To the Editor of The Evening Star:
In an interesting article on page II of your
issue of the I'd instant. relating to old days,
localities, persons and occurrences. mention
is made of the execution Of McGIrk for wife
murder. in which the writer locates the gall
lows on C street near Trinity Church. This
is an error. McGirk was hung in the west
grounds of the Capitol Park, on one of the
original oak trees which stood a little
north of the Pennsylvania avenue approach
to the building, about midway between LIST
street and the terrace The place was
pointed out to me by one who then lived
here and knew all about the circumstance.
The hanging near Sd and c streets was
that Of colored man for rape. The bearer
was erected near the rear end Of lot II.
reservation IL, and my informant, in 1880.
in the course of business became the owner
Of the ground, and later it was among my
possessions. The spot is now covered by
one of the Knox stables or warehouses
standing on the rear Of the lot, which is
directly opposite the rectory OF Trinity
Church. w w
June 8, 1890.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-06-06
MADRIDs AT MARSHALL HALL.
Large Crowd and Varied Program
Those Participating.

The excursion Of the Madrids. Washing
toms mandolin and guitar organization. to
Marshall Hall last night. was social and
artistic success. A large crowd made the
trip At the Hall the entertainment offered
was of high order, and was thoroughly
enjoyed. The program was inaugurated in
the dancing pavilion, where Harry Park
gave an excellent exhibition of trick bicycle
riding An adjournment was then taken to
the old Marshall mansion, where the re-
mainder Of the program was rendered.
those participating being: Cecilian Ladies'
Quartet, Metropolitan Male Quartet, Arthur
E. Middleton Mrs. w. L. Wilson. soprano;
Mrs. Laura Zeh Johnson, contraito; Miss
Matte Wade, soprano; Miss Ella Knight
contralto; Little Elsie Worth, Washington
Juvenile Quartet, w. L. Wilson. Mt. Pleas
ant Brass Quartet. VIM. II. Conley. Hugh.
Saxton, Prof. Jasper Dean McFall, George
town Mandolin and Guitar Club Bell Boy
Glee Club, In plantations songs.
On the steamer. going and returning. the
Madrids gave impromptu concerts, which
were features Of the outing.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-06-06
FOR PARTITION AND SALE.
joint Owners Uf certain Property
Want aiDkyisiOu.

John Henry Daniels. Joseph Henry Daniels
and Catharine Matilda Daniels, through At
torney Alexander H. Bell, have filed suit
IN equity against MaIpf Louisa Belt, Ida
Elizabeth Dodson, Nary Killian, Elizabeth
Baker and Cornelia Widdicombe, to secure
the partition Of property known as $40 4th
street northeast.
The compliments, together with the de-
PENDANTS Belt and Dodson and the deceased
mother of the defendant Killian, were the
children Of Joseph Daniels. who In his life
time was member of the fire department
of the District. and whose life was lost in
the discharge Of his duty. Thereafter a
iund was raised by .theh efforts Of the de-
partment for the benefit, of the infant chill
dren of the deceased. The fund was invest
ed In the purchase of the property that
figures in the suit
II Is declared that it will be for the best
interests or all concerned that the property
should De sold under the direction Of the
court, by a trustee to be appointed. and
mat the proceeds realized from such sale
may De divided among them, according to
their respective interests.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-06-06
DIR. MITCHELL'S AFFLICTION.
Suffering From Effects of CarbuncIe
Senator Clagett's Illness.


Special Correspondence of The Evening Star
HYATTSVILLE, Md, june 5, 1899.
The Rev. DR.. Walter A. Mitchell, rector
of St. Johns Protestant Episcopal Church,
Beltsvile, who has been confined to the
rect0ry for several weeks from the effects
of carbuncls on his neck, Is still unable
to leave his home. DIR. Charles A. Fox has
been attending DR.. Mitchell, and DR.. John
Cronmiller of Laurel has also been in at
tendance Dr. Mitchell is widely known in
southern Maryland and Washington, hav-
ing been rector of several parishes in this
region. He Is advanced in years, but of
strong physique.
State Senator William B. Clagett of
Prince Georges county, whose health
showed signs of falling last year. and who
spent most of the year in Florida, is at his
home near Marlboro. Senator Clagett $
condition is still giving his friends some
concern, although he shows improvement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-06-06
DEATH OF FRANK THOMSON
President Of Pennsylvania Road Dies Sud-
denly at His Home.
Had n Remarkable Career as a Rail
road Man-His Services Dur
ing Civil War.

Frank Thomson. president of the Penn
sylvania Railroad Company, died at 7:30
O'Clock last evening at his home at Merton,
a few miles out of Philadelphia.
Mr.. Thomson returned to his home on
May 20 from weeks tour of inspection.
which he, with other officials of the COM
paay, had made over the main and leased
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-06-06
SHAKE INTO YOUR SHOES

Aliens Foot Ease. powder for the feet 1t cures
pafnIui swollen. smafting nervous feet, and In
stantly takes the sting out Of corns and bunions.
IT'S the greatest comfort discovery of the age.
Aliens Foot-Ease makes tight new shoes feel
easy. Ii Is a certain cuse for sweating. callous
and not, tired. aching feet. Try 1t today. Sold
BY all druggists and shoe stores. By mall for 25c
n stamps; Trial package FREE. Address Allen
3. olmstsd, LIE Bog. N. Y wY13-eoaUr1l
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-06-06

e. P. Entriken of Northeast Washington
was knocked down by a bicycle on III
street near the government printing office
about 4:30 O'Clock yesterday afternoon, and
was painfully injured. The bicycle was
ridden by ]. 8. Unger of No. 81 H street
northeast.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-06-06

Edward Schofield and Lawrence Minor
were arrested last evening by Officer Owens
on the charge of fighting on the street. To-
day Judge Scott sent the men to jail for
sixty and thirty days, respectively