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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
NEW NEGRO LEADERSHIP.
Lecture by Mr.. Calvin Chase and
Comment Thereon.

Mr.. w. Calvin Chase greeted large
audience at Odd Fellows Hall yesterday
afternoon, the people turning out to hear
his paper entitled THE New Negro Leader
ship The following prominent colored
peopls were present: Representative Geo
H. White, Ex-Governor Pinchback, T.
Thomas Fortune, w. A. Pledger and -
A1anley, Geo. H. Richardson and Thos. II.
Wright, school trustees; ex-Collector John
F. Cook, John p. Green of Ohio, Mr.. Cos
tin, Daniel Murray, Thos. L. Jones, Martin,
Frisbey, E NJ. Hewlett, Drs. Evans and
johnson. D. B. McCary, Miss Ida G. Mer-
rift, supervising principal of schools: Miss
Chase, school principal. and many others.
Mr.. Chase described what would constitute
real negro leader; enc independent, by
reason of wealth; fearless, able and inter
eSted in the race sufficiently to cause him
to lead it against anybody and everybody
in race interestS-not one dependent on Of
fice-holding or office-seekinS or political
servitude of any kind. The essayist then
showed that the negroes never had such
one, and may never have. He spoke in high
est terms of Douglass, Langston, Bruce,
Lynch, Pinchback and others, whose labors
were potent in other days, and declared that
those now on the active stage, assuming to
succeed them, did not compare with them.
Booker 7. Washington was described as an
apologtst going over the country with hat
in hand. excusing the southern people. The
persons who hold political appointments
Icing considered as leaders.
The Afro-American Council was charac-
terized as a great big head, with no body
or following.
In commenting upon the address, ex-Goy-
ernor Pine back declared the colored peo-
pie did have leaders, and this was Endorsed
by Mr.. Hewlett.
DR.. Richardson sustained Mr.. Chase's
contention that, according to his definition,
they had no leader in the past and have
none now. MIR. T. l.. Jones said the race
would have none until negroes organized
everywhere as one and then chose such
leader Mr.. Costin declared they needed
leaders along line that none of the speak
ers had touched upon, and that was to
save the race from the destruction of their
material interests. He showed that negroes
were not increasing in wealth, but were
getting poorer and poorer, while prejudice
was increasing everywhere, and the ne
groes' places of employment were daily be-
ing taken from than and filled by other
races and other countries.
Mr.. Fortune emphasized his friendship
Tor Mr.. Washington as the man who was
doing more for his race than any one Use
mad done, and Is now doing. He said Wash
nSton was doing more to unite the two
races at the south than all other agencies
combined, and should be encouraged.
Mr.. Cook urged that all leaders who are
worthy should be aided and sustained along
all lines as the surest means of elevating
a people.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
THEsCOERTS.

Equity Court No. 1-Justice Cox.
cannon agt. Murphyf, Nicholas H. shea
allowed to intervene. Barry agt. Andrew
Smiths heirs; appearance of absent defend
ants ordered. Mcmahon agt. Shea; decree
for payment of $1,000 and interest, by
trustees. ]. l.. Mott iron works agt. Rey-
nolds; sale finally ratified and cause re-
ferred to auditor. Butler agt. Smith; de-
mIrrer sustained ands bill of review dis
missed. Payntsr agt Cummings; pro con-
fesso vacated as against certain defendants.
In re guardianship Of Chas. ]. Mcdonald;
decree of Orphans Court confirmed. Col
bert agt. Trott; motion to set aside pro
confesso denied Farr agt. Brown; leave to
amend granted. BENJAMIN agt Baum;
order OF April 4 vacated and auditors re-
port confirmed and petition of Central Ma
tional Bank denied Roberts agt Roberts;
testimony before Margaret M Murray, ex-
am1ner, ordered taken
Circuit Court No. 1-Chief Justice Bingham.
Gelabert agt. Legion of Honor; on trial.
circuit Court No. 2-Justice Hagner.
McAnureWs agt. Mclaughlin; judgment
on verdict ordered and order to refund of
deposit for security for costs. Ellsworth
agt. Columbia Railway Company; on trial.
Criminal Court No. 1-Justice Clabaugh.
United states agt. James Powell, murder:
empaneling of jury begun, panel exhausted
ana thirty names ordered drawn.
Criminal Court No. 2-Justice Bradley.
United States agt. Herman ]. Martin, vio-
PShSicH laws, Dali Increased 10 $l,oDU,
recognizance taken, with Charlotte d. Ohm
surety. 4orston & Co. agt. Lansburgh;
Judgment on verdict. Dickinson agt. Da-
wilson; do. Williams agt flaming; judg-
ment for plaintiff by consent for possession
of premises, with stay of execution for ten
days.
Probate Court-Justice Bradley.
In re Arabella N. Mcdonald, guardian;
order allowing guardian to incumber
wards real estate. Estate of Alex. Brown;
letters of administration granted to Edward
III. Thomas; bond, $1,000. Estate of Alice
Martin; do. to Ethel M. Shields; special
bond. Estate of Ellen NJ. Boggs; proof of
publication. Estate of Benz. S. Donaldson;
summons returned served. In re Jas. E.
Ray, minor; Mary E. Ray appointed guar
dian; bond, $500. Estate of Francesca c.
Losano; order appointing guardian ad Item
and answer filed. Estate of John A. Nc
Cormick; petition for letters of admins
tration filed. Estate of Henry Brandes;
will fully proved. Estate Of Sarah A. E.
Perry; will partly proved.
The following persons were adjudged in
sane: John Creig, Mary Grow, Josephine
Hall, Margaret 1. Barker Patrick McMa-
hon, William T. Williams and John p. Sim
mons. Lizzie Boose and Charles Rabner
were discharged
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
THEIR ANNUAL OUTING,
Fire Underwriters Enjoy Shad Bake
at Marshall Hall.

The annual outing Of the Association of
Fire Underwriters of the District occurred
Saturday afternoon, and, as usual was at
Marshall Hall. The bright and balmy
spring weather tempted many to take ad-
vantage of this opportunity for sail down
the river, and the enjoyment of a planked
shad dinner The attendance was large.
The start was made soon after the begin
ming of the Saturday half holiday, and
business men were able to join the party
The gathering was in many respects rep
resentative one and the social features
were prominent.
After landing the time before the dinner
bell was sounded was pleasantly passed in
strolllng about the grounds and INDUCING
IN the amusements which abound at that
resort. A base ball game was soon under
way, and while 1t not finished when the
important event of the afternoon was an
nounced, the players We're, as a rule, well
satisfied with the progress. Some $50 sat
down to the tables which were fragrant
with spring blossoms, and the toothsome
shad was quite as popular as it usually is
at this season of the year.
After the shad, or at least the capacity
for it, had disappeared, the president Of
the association, Mr.. Henry X Simpson,
elected some responses to toasts. The toast
to the President of the United States was
then speeches We're made by Richard Syl-
vester, major of police; DR.. William P.
Young, Andrew A. Lipscomb and Simon
Wolf.
The party returned to this city about 8
clock
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24

Naval Lodge Fair opening tonight.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
CLUB HOUSE OPENING.
Rod and Gun Club Headquarters at
FOur.Mile Run.

The new club house of the Virginia Rod
and Gun Club, situated on the old Alexan-
der estate near Four-Mile Run, was opened
yesterday afternoon. There was a large at
tendance Of the members and their friends,
who were welcomed in a speech by Fred.
Schade, and afterward entertained at a
planked shad dinner
Among those present were George Wool
ridge, b. Crany Henry McGraw H. X
Jones, D. GIFT, Henry H. Lewis. William
Nottingham, William Godfrey, ]. c. Kes-
sci, L. J. kessel, c. Dunkemiler. H. Leiss-
Ter, L. Garter, George Davis, II. Eller, G.
": Rubertson, ]. II. Mccain, ]. Mann, c.
Winncmiler, Edward Crompton, H New
man, Edward burrows and H A. Davidson.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
STATED FUNCTION,
About One Thousand People Attend
Y. NJ. c. A. Reception.

\. NJ. &. A. Reception.
Saturday evenings reception at the
Young Mems Christian Association build
events planned by the board of manage
ment was largely attended by government
officials, ministers, educators and newspa-
per men. Each week invitations to SIM
liar function are extended to certain class
es of professions and to persons engaged in
different lines of business. The Y. NJ. c.
AS home is thrown open on these occa-
sonS, and its guests are assured of most
hoSpitable entertainment. Saturdays re-
ception was attended by nearly one thous-
and persons The gymnasium gallery was
thrOnged during the evening, many ladies
being present to witness and enjoy the class
work under the direction of the gym in
Structors. A number of indoor athletic
games were INDUCED in, while there We're
bits of brilliant and Snowy work by indi-
viduals.
In the spacious parlors the guests were
entertained with musical selections. Re
freshments Were served. In fact there was
everything which tends to make such gath
erngs agreeable and enjoyable. Through
the medium of these Saturday evening re-
ceptions the Y. NJ. c. A. is introducing all
Washington to its new home and acqualnt-
ing the public more generally with the
great work it is doing and proposes to eX-
tend in scope in the future.
Next Saturdays reception will be one of
particular interest. A special and an at
tractive program is being prepared The
total membership Of the association is now
1856.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
TAkOMA PARK,
Good Templars REFLECT Officers
Citizens Association.

Good TempIars REFLECT Officers
Citizens Association.
A meeting of Takoma Lodge Independent
Order of Good Templars, was held Friday
night at Takoma Hall, when the quarterly
election of officers was held. This resulted
in the reelection of the old officers as fol-
lows: Arthur b. Adams, chief templar;
Miss Ethel Mooers. vice templar; Mrs. Jim
erson, superintendent of juvenile templars;
John T. Adams, secretary; Horace Gosorn,
assistant secretary; L. M. Mooers, treas
urer; Ernest Burrill. financial secretary;
Miss Maud Emerson, marshal: George Mil
Ter, deputy marshal; Miss Olive White,
chaplain; Miss Jennie Emerson, guard !;
Hoyt Holton, sentinel; Byron Coon past
chief templar, and Ebert Warren, lodge
deputy.
The meeting of the Citizens Association
of Takoma, which was postponed from the
18th instant on account of the town coun-
eli meeting at that time, will be held this
evening at o'clock, when matter of public
interest will be discussed, and it is expected
that Mr. George A. Warren will read a pa
per on the subject of wells as a water sup
ply, with particular reference to their IL
ability to contamination.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
EMANUEL CHURCH TAXES.
Exemption Asked by Rev. w. G. Dav-
export, Nominal Owner.

The Rev. w. G. Davenport, rector of
Emanuel Church, Anacostia, recently wrote
the District Commissioners asking that part
of lot r. being the north 81 feet by W, sec
ton g. Barry Farm, be exempted from taxa
ton. Mr.. Davenport explained that he saw
himself advertised in the delinquent tax
list on account of the said property, which
he does not really own, but which was
bought and is used exclusively as church
He stated that he has colored congrega-
ton under his charge which congregation
in 1896 purchased the land in question from
the Equitable Building Association. They
had formerly rented the building on the
land for church purposes, and it was later
bought by the congTeg ation for such pur-
pose, and has since bean used by 1t as such.
For convenience merely, as the title could
not be vested in the congregation, the
transactions with the former owner have
all been made in his name, and the prop
erty vested in him, as pastor Of the mis-
sion, in addition to his rectorship of Eman-
uel Church. Mr.. Davenport states that in
due time the title to the property viii be
transferred to the vestry of Emanuel
Church. AS he is not the real owner Of the
the colored congregation, and it is in r9ali-
ty a church, he suggested that 1t should be
exempted from taxation.
The matter was referred to Mr.. Matthew
Trmble, the District assessor, who report
ed that there Is nothing in the deed of
transfer to Mr.. Davenport indicating ether
than individual ownership, ard that general
taxes on the property are unpaid from and
including the year 1895 to date, amounting
to S49.62. In view of the title being vested
in Mr.. Davenport, and not as trustee or
otherwise, Mr.. Trinlble recommended that
the question of exemption from taxation
b. deferred until the title is transferred to
a trustee or trustees for the church. Tie
attorney of the District, to whom the mat
ter was subsequently referred. Endorsed Mr..
Trimble's decision, which has also received
the approval of the Commissioners.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24

The Music and Literature Club held its
meeting at 121 9Th street northeast Friday
evening last. The evening was devoted to
operate music, and preceding each COM
position was the reading of short sketch
of the composers life and his productions,
by Miss Julia Maedel. The following selec-
tons were rendered: Piano trio, by Boiel-
diem, Misses ]. Maedel, L. Feathers and E.
.Flehortz; piano solo. Rossini, Miss H. De-
Moll; duet, Sortorio, Miss j. Maedel and
Pauline Springsguth; piano solo, Weber
Miss E. Lerch; plano duet, Gounod, Misses
Leona Feathers and j. Maedel; piano solo,
Beliini, Miss L. Feathers; violin solo, BALI,
Miss ouise Ferrow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
ZETA PSI ELECTION.
Fraternity Chooses Officers for the
Ensuing Term.

At the annual meeting of the Washington
Association of Zeta Psi fraternity, held in
the Corcoran building, the following officers
were elected: Joseph Nimmo, jr., Phi;
George A. Hall, Alpha Phi; Ernest G. Wal
ker, Sigma; Frank L. Pushor Alpha Sigma
E. w. Dom, Gamma; executive committee,
John w. Bennett I. Sidney Webb, E. B.
Cottrell. Robert j. Fisher. DR.. George w.
Johnston and William H Morse.
Appropriate resolutions We're adopted re-
garding the deaths of Representative Nell
son Dingley of Maine and ex-Represen-
tative Hilborn of California both of whom
were prominent members of the fraternity.
Various other items of business of interest
to the association were transacted. Con-
gratulatory messages were sent to Charles
A. Sumner of California, founder of the
association, and ]. H. Budd, charter
member.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
The Feast of st, JOsenh.

The anniversary of the feast of ST. Jo-
seph was celebrated yesterday morning at
81 Marys Catholic Church with grand high
mass. The celebrant of the mass was Rev.
George Glabb d. D.; deacon, Rev F. Fran
clscus; subdeacon, Rev. ]. Sunowik. The
sermon was by Rev. Rather Franciscus
The officers of st. Joseph's Society present
We're: President, B. Roth; vice president.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24

At the suggestion of Mr.. W. C. Allen, the
District electrical engineer, the superin-
Office has been informed by the District
Commissioners that he fire alarm box on
the building occupied by the office, being of
an old kind and purely and simply for the
benefit of that branch of the general gov
eminent, should be- replaced with a new
one by the office.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
ADDS A FINE.
Boy Pays Penalty for Riding Wheel
Without a Light.

A small colored boy named Edward Whit
ley was in the dock of Judge Kimball S
court this morning, charged with not hav-
ing a lighted lamp on his bicycle last night.
The boy said he had a light on his wheel
when he started from home. While cross
ing a stone pavement, he said, his lamp
opened and the light went out. He had
been unable to leave collateral and had
spent the night in the police station. This
Judge kimball thought was not sufficient
punishment, and he imposed a 81 fine I'm
less the fine is paid the boy will spend six
days in the workhouse with other children
incarcerated there
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
lnahle to PnN Fine.

Samuel Hawkins. colored. was convicted
in the Police Court today of a charge of
theft. He was arrested by Detectives Par
ham and Gallaher, accused of having stolen
an overcoat belonging TO John NJ. Rieman.
The garment was recovered. Hawkins was
employed as wagon driver, and delivered
package at Mr. Rieman's store. When
he left the place he took the coat with him
and afterward sold il for 30 cents. Judge
Scott fined him $50, which ne could not pay
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
Half Rates to Atlanta, Ga, by the
Seaboard Air Line.

April "a. -. 26. p. account of Interna-
tional Sunday School Association the Sea-
board Air Line will sell tickets to Atlanta
and return at rate of S14 30 for the round
trip. This is $500 cheaper than via other
routes.
Through coaches and sleeping cars.
For further information apply No. 1884
New York avenue. or Pennsylvania railroad
ticket Uftices.-Adyt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24

J. j. Beuchert; secretary, W. HUM: vice
secretary, ]. II. Brahler; treasurer, j. w.
Schaeter; marshal. Joseph Hummer: execu-
i've committee, J. w. Lehman. r. Miller,
A. Ruppel; directors of St. Joseph's Hall.
man: janitor II. G.. Holman. Besides tho
members of the congregation there were
present st. Joseph's Society. 200 strong:
also the members Of st. Mary's Catholic
hmshts OF America and the officers OF ST.
bonlfaceois Society. The musical program
was under the direction of Prof. VIM. Wal
decker.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
Death of George McConvey.

George E. McConvey, compositor, who
was employed in the government printing
office, died of consumption at his late resi-
dence, POI K street northeast, this morning
at o'clock. He was twenty-nine years of
age and unmarried. He had been in the
government printing office about a year
His funeral will take place tomorrow after
noon, the arrangements for which have not
yet been completed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
EXCURSIONS TOMORROW.

Steamer Charles Manchester for Marshall
Hall and Mt. Vernon at 10 am. and 1:45
pm
Steamer Norfolk for Fortress Monroe and
Norfolk at $40 pm
Steamer Harry Randall for NOmini and
river landings at am.
Steamer Estelle Randall for Glymont and
intermediate points at $50 m.
Trains leave 131a street and Pennsylvania
avenue hourly for Arlington from : m. to
= ,. m. and for Mount Vernon hourly from
10 am to pm.
Cars leave Aqueduct bridge for Arlington
and Fort Myer every half hour from a. m.
to pm, and every hour for Falls Church.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24

Coroner Carr will tomorrow morning hold
an inquest at the sixth precinct station on
the body OF a baby which died at the
Founding Hospital Saturday The child
was found Monday night last by Albert
Waring. colored. on lot at the corner of
Florida avenue and Sd street northwest as
heretofore stated in The Star.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
Body Recovered.

The body of Henry Brown, who was
drowned off Indian Head almost a month
ago. was recovered in the Potomac river
yesterday and has been turned over to
friends for burial The deceased was one
of crew Of the schooner Three Brothers of
OCcOquan. Va, which was wrecked March
.. The other members of the crew es-
Caped.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24

The ladies of the Women's Army and
Navy League of this city, at their musical
and reception at the Cairo, on the afternoon
and evening of April 7. cleared $1,000,
which amount has been handed over to
Admiral HigginsOn to be transmitted to the
Sailors Rest at Brooklyn. This amount is
highly gratifying TO the ladies and they
feel well repaid for their work.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24

The Rev. Frank II. Barton, rector of 81.
Johns Church, West Washington, who has
been quite I'll. Is steadily on the mend
Gen. Locker. the lay reader, has been
taking the services. &c. during the rec
tors Illness. but is himself obliged to 20 TO
the seashore on account of falling health
and left Saturday for Atlantic City.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
Goes over Until Tomorrow.

The number of available talesmen being
exhausted before the jury was completed,
the introduction Of testimony in the case
of James Powell indicted for the murder
of Patrick Lee last October was not begun
today in Criminal Court No. /. The case
was ordered to go over until tomorrow
morning, thirty additional talesmen to be
summoned in the interim.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
installation of CHURCH. Omcer.

At a called congregational meeting of
the Central Presbyterian Church held the
10th instant. Messrs. Dabney Harrison, H.
p. Simpson and Selden NJ. Ely were unan-
imOusly elected to the office of deacon.
The installation Of these newly elected Of
fcers took place at the regular morning
service OF the congregation yesterday.
Or. Pitzer. the pastor Of the church ard
moderator of the session, presided and de-
livered the charge.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24

Perfect retention. safety, relief. thousands
cured following the advanced methods of
mechanical treatment Of Mr.. l. Il. Seeley of
Philadelphia, now at the Ebbitt House.
Personal patronage and cOmmenda ions of
the worlds most distinguished surgeons.
See Gross y Agnew'S Surgery. Afflicted in
vited; talent, skilled experience extended
free.-AdHt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
LOCAL MENTION.
AMI sEMENTs TONIGHT.
Academy-"A Daughter of Cuba"

Academy-''A Daughter of Cuba
Riiou-VaudevilIe-
Columbia-The Frawley Company, pre-
senting ''L0st-Tw enty-four Hours"
Grand opera House-High-class vaude-
VILE
Kernan's Lyceum Theater-"Bryant and
WatsOn's Australians"
National Theater-''The Fortune Teller.'
Ohio avenue and 18th street-Ba;tle of
Gettysburg.
Pennsylvania avenue and 4th street south
east-FaiT and bazaar.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
New Pastor Omciates.

Yesterday the new minister for the Cen
trail Methodist Protestant Church entered
upon his duties. He preached morning and
evening, having a large audience each oc-
casion. Mr.. Kirk is native of Alexan-
dria and has many friends in this section.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
Rare Furniture at Auction.

A beautiful collection of rare household
furniture Is now on exhibition at Sloan's
1907 @ street. prior to being sold at public
auction, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
OF this week, by catalogue. The rooms
Were thronsed today with our best people
and the goods were greatly admired. See
arctiOn columns for full particulars
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-04-24
CITY AND DISTRICT.


Death OF Helen Baum Benjnmin.
The many friends of Mr.. and Mrs. Chas.
Baum of this city have been shocked 10
hear of the untimely death of their eldest
daughter, Mrs. George Benjamin of New
York.
Mrs benjamin was born in this city and
was woman of rare culture and refine
Inent and possessed the most winning and
Charming graces of character. Years ago
She happily married 10 Mr.. Benjamin.
Her parents. Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Baum,
and members of their family, have gone to
New York 10 attend the funeral, which will
take place tomorrow.