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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27
SEEKS PRISON FOR SAFETY
ITALIAN PURSUED BY FRIEND HE
HAD DEFRAUDED.
Rushes Into the Arms of Two Chicago
Detectives and Pleads for
Protection.

CHICAGO, December 27.-Angelo Scaifia,
closely pursued by Antonio Segnio. rushed
into the arms Of two detectives in this city
and begged for protection. It was the SEN
sational termination of 4000-rnile man
hunt in which Scalfia had been followed for
three months and had visited the principal
cities of the western states.
Both were taken to the: Harrison street
station, where Segnio told a remarkable
story. Three months ago.. he said, Scaltia
was arrested in Indian territory ON the
charge of Illegally selling. whisky. After
spending month in Jail he appealed to
Segnio, friend and business man Of South
McAlester, and upon assurances by Scaffia
that the firm he represented would protect
him, Segnio mortgaged all his property and
furnished $4,000 bonds to secure the release
of his friend. Upon being released Scaltia
Immediately disappeared.
The chase began and Scalf1a was followed
from place to place until finally, tiring of
the terrible strain, he appealed to the Chi
cago detectives.
When taken Segnio held g. revolver in
his hand, and, notwithstanding the fact
that If Scalfa is returned to Indian terri
tory within five days his bond will be
saved, Segnio declared his real object in
pursuing Scalf1a was revenge.
Il started to kill him; followed him for
thousands of miles, and then, at the last
moment he escaped, he said. ''It Is hard ;
l would not have it so.''
Scalfia admits his identity and appears an
xtous to be surrendered to the United States
authorities to escape worse fate.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27
PRESIDENT IS INTERESTED.
Personally Anxious to Make Success
of Olympic Games.


of Olympic Games.
PARIS, December 27.-Baron Coubertin,
president of the Olympic games, has just
received a personal letter from President
Roosevelt in reply to the invitation sent
to the latter, asking him to become presi-
dent Of the Olympic games to be held in
Chicago during the year 1904. Mr. Roose-
velt says he will lay the whole matter be-
fore the cabinet and that SO far as he him.
self is concerned, he takes the keenest in
terest in the undertaking and will do his
utmost to make the meeting at Chicago as
successful as the last one, held at Athens
Mr.. Roosevelt's letter is couched in the
warmest terms. He referred to Baron Cou-
bertin's works on sports, with which the
President showed acquaintance.
Baron Coubertin, who was much touch
ed by Mr.. Roosevelts kindly reference to
himself said the Presidents acceptance
would, in view Of his enthusiastic support
of all manly sports, cause the greatest
pleasure to all concerned in the games.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27
The Inspection of Meats

In answer to an inquiry from the Secre-
tary Of State, the Secretary of Agriculture
replied that there is no foundation for the
published report to the effect that micro
scopieal inspection of meats intended for
export has been discontinued. The Secre-
tary OF Agriculture wrote that, on the con-
trary, such inspection is to be continued as
heretofore The inquiry of the Secretary of
State was made for the benefit of the diplo-
matte representatives of foreign govern
ments in the city who desired to inform
their governments of the true state of the
case.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27

about to forcibly interfere in support of their
own candidate for the Samoan chieftafn-
ship he cleared ship for action, first plac-
ing himself in position to command either
approach, and forbade any interference. He
was not molested, and remained at his post
until the American squadron under Ad-
miral Kimberly arrived, when he was sent
north In the Adams, thus escaping the great
hurricane.
He was unique figure as the first gov
ernor of the Island of Guam, which he
ruled as he would his crew on shipboard,
breaking up immortality by obliging the
natives to marry; calling upon the men for
certain amount of work every week. and
even prescribing the minimum number of
poultry which should be maintained in each
family.
captain Leary was appointed from Mary
land, and entered the naval service in 1860
He commanded the San Francisco during
the West Indian campaign of the Spanish
American war.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27
COUNTING LENGTH OF SERVICE.
Ruling by Controller TracewelI on
Enlisted Men.

The controller of the treasury has In
formed the Secretary of War that an en-
listed man granted a furlough for the pur-
pose of accepting a commission in the vol
unteer service. and who resumes his place
in the regular enlistment within three
months from the time of his muster-out
and discharge as a commissioned officer of
volunteers, is entitled to count all the time
served as IAN enlisted man. as continuous
service for the purpose of computing in
crease of pay and the thirty years for re-
tirement, but that the time served as "a
commissioned officer" cannot be counted
for that purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27
Senator From New Jersey Passed
Away This Morning.
had SUFFERED A LONG time
End Of a Distinguished Career as
Soldier and Statesman.
SKETCH OF HIS REER

CAMDEN, N. j., December 27-United
States Senator William J. Sewell died at
his home here at 9:30 am today. He suf-
fered from diabetes complicated with stom-
ach and heart trouble. Senator Sewells ILL.,
ness had extended over period Of two
years, but his condition was not considered
serious until about a year ago. His con-
stant attention to the duties involving upon
him in his official capacity resulted, in 1899.
in collapse. A trip to Europe was bene-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27
NELL CROPsEY's BODY FOUND.
Remains Taken From River Near He
Former Home.

Former Home.
Special Dispatch to The Evening Star.
SUFFOLK Va. December 27.-The body
of Ella Maud Cropsey, otherwise "Nell''
Cropsey, who has been missing since the
night of November 20. was found this
morning in Pasquatank river. near Kra-
mer Bros. and Companys mill. not far
from Justice Cropseys home, in Elizabeth
City, n. c.
Though decomposition has advanced the
Identification of the body was complete.
The present Indications are that the young
woman was drowned. Whether 1t was sui
eide or murder is not yet positively known.
There is much excitement in Elizabeth
City
NEW YORK, December pa G. Crop
sey, the uncle of Nell Crepsey, who has
been missing from her home near Eliza
beth City, N. c., was notified today by a
telegram from his brother, w. A. Cropsey
that the body of the girl was found at
Elizabeth City today.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27
GOING TO NEWPORT NEWS.
Naval OfffciaIs who VIII Witness
Launch of the Missouri

A distinguished party will leave here
this afternoon for Newport News to attend
the launch of the battle ship Missouri at
the shfpyard Of the Newport News COM
pany tomorrow morning at IL o'clock. 1t
will include Secretary Long, Secretary
Gage, Secretary Hitchcock. Admiral ONeil-
chief of the bureau-of naval ordnance, and
a large number Of senators and representa-
tives and naval officers. Secretary Longs
party will go by train will many others
but a number will make the trip by steamer
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27
LESSEE OF DITTON PARK.
w. Curtis Wakefield of New York
Takes Historic Mansion.

LONDON, December CIV. Curtis Wake
field of New York is the name of the
American who has leased Ditton Park, near
Windsor, for the coronation year. 1t is a
ma gnificent mansion, surrounded by a
broad, deep moat, which is crossed by a
single bridge through an embattled, arched
gate house. A park of 300 acres surrounds
the residence, which was the home of the
late Duchess of Buccleuch.
The agents of the estate hope that Mr..
Wakefield will ultimately purchase the
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27
Gen. syauIding's Case.

1t is said on good authority that the con-
dition of General Spaulding's health will
probably result In his transfer to suitable
climate where he can continue his valuable
services to the treasury. In this event he
will be succeeded as assistant secretary of
the treasury by Converse ]. Smith, the spe-
cial agent of customs having charge of the
entire New England district. Mr. Smith is
regarded as an expert in customs work and
as an able man, fully qualified in evsry
way for the position of assistant secretary
of the treasury.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27
FIRE IN sTEAMEus HOLD.
Valuable Cargo on ShfAan0s Maru in
Danger at Seattle

Nippen Yuzen Kaisha liner Shinano Maru
is afire at Port Townsend. Meager details
OF the confiagration, which Is raging in the
hold, arrived last night by the steamer
North Pacific. The Shinano left this port
for Yokohama a week ago last Wednesday
with several thousand tons of cotton and
general freight. She put back from sea and
yesterday arrived at Port townsend flying
signals Of distress. The storm made all
fear to go out to her until the British vice
consul chartered the tug Wildwood and
went to her. He was eoldI that she was
afire, and gave the news tdEthe North Pa
cific. then on her way tor S9attle The Shi-
nanO took out the most valuable oriental
cargo ever sent from this poFt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27
ExpELs TITLED GAMBLERS.
Emperor Francis Joseph EnfOrces the
Law is Austria.

VIENNA, December 27.-Emperor Francis
Joseph has ordered the expulsion from Aus
tria of the principals in the baccarat game
of December 81. when, at the Vienna Jockey
Club, Count Potockf lost $500, 600 during
three hours playing, Count Pallavicird
winning most of the money Counts John
and Joseph Potocki have retired to Russia.
Gambling for large amounts of money is
illegal in Austria.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27
BURTON OUT FOR ROOSEVELT.
The Ohio Representative Declares Hi
Preference for 1904,

Preference Tor 1904.
Special Dispatch TO The Evening Star.
CLEVELAND, Ohio, December PIT E.
Burton is out in an interview here today
declaring for the denomination of President
Roosevelt. In his interview in support OF
the denomination of President Roosevelt
Mr. Burton says: "Of course, the nominal
tion is a long way off. but If one can judge
SO far ahead from the present standpoint
Roosevelt will be the republican nominee
in 1904, and he will be very strong can
didate'
Coupled with this interview from the
chairman of the committee on rivers and
harbors comes the announcement that Sen
ator Hanna has decided to fight for the
organization of the Ohio legislature, and
has prepared slate In opposition to that
of Senator Foraker
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27
Miss Stone Soon to BE ReIeased.

Miss Stone Soon to BE Released.
CONSTANTINOPLE. December 27.-Dis-
patches from Salonica report that w. w.
Peet. treasurer Of the missionary society
in Constantinople, has established COM
munication with the brigands who hold
Miss Ellen M. Stone captive, and hopes
that the release of Miss Stone win be ac-
complished within fortnight
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27
C.nr VIII attend Coronation.

LONDON, December 27.-It is said that
the czar has accepted an invitation to at
tend the coronation of King Edward. pro-
vided that the czarfna is in good health at
the time of the ceremony.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27
GROUND UNDER CAR WHEELS.

j. w. Taylor and w. A. Kent Killed at
st. Louis.
ST. LOUIS, December 27:-John w. Tay-
Ior, chief engineer Of the Terminal Rail-
road Association, and VIM. Austin Kent,
whose home is in Louisville, KY, were
ground to death beneath the wheels of
Wabash switch engine in North ST. Louis
last night, after jumping, panic-stricken,
from a swiftly moving motor car. which
threatened to collide with the switch en-
gine at the May street crossing.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27

Conference of Governors at Helena,
Mont, Is Now Assured.

Mont, Is Now Assured.
HELENA, Mon, December 27.-Gov.
Toole has received a telegram from Gov
Van SAINT of Minnesota to the effect that
the conference of governors and other off,
cials to be held In this city December 30, at
which steps will be taken to prevent, If
possible. the consolidation of the Northern
Pacific and Great Northern lines as con-
templated by the Northern Securities Com
pany, is assured
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27
Mr.. Lei.hman Due mt Hi. Post.

CONSTANTINOPLE, December 27.-John
G. A Leisnman, United States minister to
Turkey, who has been visiting the United
States on leave of absence Is expected to
arrive here on his return tomorrow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27
JEFFRIEs READY TO FIGHT.
willing to Meet Winner of sharkey
Maher Bout.

Maher Bout.
DENVER, Col, December 27.-The News
today says: Jim Jeffries will meet the win
ner of the Sharkey -Maher bout in this city
in either March or April. When Jeffries
was here he was asked 6y local promoters
If he would consent to such a match and
he stated that he would. A letter has
since been received In which he expressed
a strong desire to meet the winner of the
fight, which takes place in Philadelphia.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27

eral, but at the unanimous request of the
republican members Of theSenate he did
not take the field. When in Congress- he
was very much interested in all affairs re-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27

fetal, and he soon recovered sufficiently to
resume his duties. Toward the end of the
last session of Congress he developed a
complication of diseases, and, acting on the
advice of his physicians, again visited va
rious health resorts in Europe.
Upon his return, his condition showing no
Improvement, Senator Sewell went to Ashe-
vile, N c., where he remained two
months. He returned to his home about
four weeks ago, and for few days a
slight Improvement in his condition was
noted Within the past two weeks a sue
cession Of sinking spells greatly weakened
him and compelled his physicians to aban-
don the hope Of prolonging his life. When
death came the senator's family were gath
cred at his bedside. He had been uncon-
scfous for some time before the end
TRENTON, N. j., December 27-Gov-
ernor Voorhees, and Adjutant General OIL
phant left at noon today for Camden to
confer with the family Of Senator Sewell
in reference to having military funeral.
1t is expected that the Sd Regiment Cam
den Battery and the Newark Troop will be
ordered out for the ceremonies. No orders
will be issued until the governors return.
The flag on the state house is already at
half-mast because of the death of Treas
urer Swan.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27

geon, U. S. v, has been honorably dis
charged from the service of the United
States, to take effect February 10 next he
having been granted leave of absence until
that date
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27
Capt. ANDERSEN Given SICK Leav.

Capt Charles G. Andersen, U. 8. NJ. c..
has been detached from command of the
marine guard of the battle ship Illinois and
granted an extension of sick leave for two
months.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27

Gen. Barr Waiting the City.
Gen Thomas A. Barr. u. g. A. retired. -
on a visit to this city.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27

Better a three-line ad-
vertisement where honest
circulation is. than a page
where it abideth not.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27

Steamship Arrtsal.
At New York-Patrici9 from Hamburg.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-12-27
Dined by the President.

President Roosevelt last night entertain-
ed party at dinner. The guests were Sec
retary Root, Attorney General Knox Gen.
Randolph, Rear Admiral Robley d. Evans.
Senator Lodge and Justice Clark of New
York.
La democracia. (Ponce, P.R.) 1890-1948, 1901-12-26
Mauricio Level.
TU AGUIN ALDO
a LOL-IN

Uasp spiefta del suefo de ls Noche buena,
Queruhe sin alas, rnbita LoIfn:
La vf,gen Maria me llama ordsna
Tocar las pusrsas de IN csmarfn.
Y aouf VS. me tienes, cum Uliendo ei encargo
Que anochs, & las doce, Ia yifgen me df6i
Desm6ntoms apriss, Ia mua d. sscargo,
". mira 81 regalo que trAigote 20.
Almendraa, pHtes, csrezas y q res
Eombones nueces So mezclan ahf:
Los Angeles rubios no quieren que ignores
Que son tus hsrmenos piensan en- II.
Tsmbien te regalan la hermosa muheca
Que yss w.. lcuidado con irla romper
Cusndo Ia bautices In ponss Rsbeca,
Puas ese fa6 ell nombre que trsjo ai nacer.
Y son esos ibros para que te instruyas
muv pronto sepas tsr contar;
Dsspu6s que en- % eseuela tn estudfo concuyAs
Podrss con Rebsca ponerte iugar.s....
Y escucha capullo de blanca asucena,
viyiente fra gancia de rosa en- bottom,
Que creces de gracias iugenisas LENA
nutre ell carino de mi coraz6n
IS d6cil buens. sumisa, obedfsnte.
No diqas, nj en- broms. mensras jamks:
Ttmosna dA al pobrs, consueio sl doiients,
nm pussto en- Ia Gloria msnana tendrAs.
Y adi6s toma IN beso por esa sonrisa
Oae trilla en- tn boea cuai rayo de sol
Aids que me marcho; estoy muy de prisa
al Al ba va ell cielo tif6 de arrebol.
Jose A. Machiavelo.
ArecIbo.
La democracia. (Ponce, P.R.) 1890-1948, 1901-12-26

serprendisron las lsgrim2s que derfam6 mi
muisr. Eramos "a viejos: tenfa ella sesenta ,
cinco sfiosy yo seteIta.
TrsnscEr;io mucho tempo, cuando eierto
dis, no ae porqus, me puss pensar en- nuestro
pr6ximo fn. Die entonces para mis- adentros
que mi edad no bay que descuidarse que es
conveniente ssber d6nde hs de dormir uno el
Hab de ssso nal mujer, Ia cual 80 sonri6
al oirme me dij 10:
-Hsbfs 70 psnsado en- ESQ antes que ID, y
he elegfio en- Ell cementsrio de Montmartre Ell
sitio para Ia Ia umoa donde dormire NOS ell
uno al lado del otro.
MI esposs ne 10 indic6 faf verlo aque-
LA misma tarde.
Entire en- ell cementerio me detuve
al extreme de un sendero. ALI estaba el sitio
legido por mi mu jer.
Por cnriosidad ms puss contemp plsr las
tumbas inmediatas, y en- ls que estaba junto
al lugar dssfgnado por mi consorte lei ell nom
bre Ia mi amigo.
mi. Todo mi pasado, todas mis- sospschss, to-
dos NILS odios surgisron de nuevo en- mi cora
z6n
lNuestro sitiol iJunto 81 en- I'm lugar
Regrese & casa como un loco.
E.tAbamos II de Noviembre.
-GQoe te pasaf-me pregonso la INTEL.
-iNadai
acknowledgements "a tienes algo.
Ssrfan las disz de la nochs no pasaba
nadis por Ia Gale.
-ISf, voy iecfrteIo enseguiia! Duran
10 veints amos, ID y Fremont me abeis sstado
engsaando miserablementeI
Mi mujer Sc puso paida sn su rostro Sc
dibui i6 ell terror de que Sc hallRba pesefda.
-iPor espacio de VENTS afos. tods nues-
ira juvsntud, toda mi vidai.... lCuAn olaro 10
veo en- este inssantei ICu4n ciertas eran mis-
sospechas! " 20, que estaba arrepsntido de
habar empsisdo su virtud con Ia somora de
una duds ISegura de Ia impunidad, has ANA.
do ese iDfame hasta en- Ia muertel iAh, misc
rablei Has ilevav&do sl re6namientc hasta
el punto de querer que tus ressos % orsaies des-
canssran entire tn marfdo su amautel
En- aque momento Sc apoder6 de mi un
vertigo indescriptibe. Ma precipite sobre Ia
INTEL le oprfmf ell psscuezo entire mis- manos.
DEBT apretar con una fusrza verdaderamente
hered 'ea.
Ds pronto Sc apsg6 la lus, , en 10 Gale IN
perro Sc puso & isdrar Ia luna. Al dfa si-
guiente me encontr6 10 iustieia junto al cade-
yer de la traidora. Esta es la historic de mi
erimen.
El anciano Sc sent6 con las meiillas inun-
dadas en- lSgrImas.
Ell abogado defsnsor pronuncio IN bri
lante informe, ell fiscal contesto en- breves ter
minos oil Jurado regres6 & la Sala CON IN va-
redicto de fnculpabi.idad.
Maurcio Level.
La democracia. (Ponce, P.R.) 1890-1948, 1901-12-26
La cocina de campana
DEL EMPERADoR GUTLLERMo

81 gran mariscal de Ia corte de Prussia
procede Ed la actuslfdad, en- el campamento
de Dirschau, los ensayos de una cocina de
campo ii, destuada al servicio de su msjestad
ell empersdor Gnillermo de su Estsdo Mayor.
Este coche cocina ests dispuesto de name
"a que permise guissr los diferentss pIatos que
han de componer In com da los msntiene
calientes TODD Ell tiemp po que sc desea.
E. coche permanece estacionarfo taIto
ell cocinero Sc entrega sus funciones; pero
una veE terminados los msnjares, Va & buscar
81 emperador, 81 qre sigue hssta e! momento
en- que sd maiessad manifesto deseos de CO.
mer.
Entonces ell vehfculo, sabiamente dispues-
to, Sc transforma.
Una de sus paredes Sc abate 4 TERRA, for
mHndo una mesa, airadsdor de la cua ell sobe
rano sus IN vitsdos no ttenen mas que sen
tArse, en- tanto los eecineros retrsn del bs q D.
maria los diversos patos que fornan ell servi-
clio.
La democracia. (Ponce, P.R.) 1890-1948, 1901-12-26
CICL0 q NJ

Ia ocurrido un horroroso cie6n en- ell Es-
haa Colorado, consecuencia del cual SO re-
Sstrsn numsrosas desgraeias personales, prin-
ssslmente en- Las poblaciones del sur.
Las perdidns en- la propiedad son oasfanss
EEsderables.
Sc har pedido auxiiios CON toda urgeneis
zs remediGr ia situaci6n cneedef allvfo
Etos los niiiares de psrsonas que 80 encnen-
ssn sin hogar,
Las suToridsdes de Wsshirsson nan eras-
lido 6rdenes para que despaehen en DsDyer
socorros necesarios para auxiiiar las VIC
has
En las afuerAs de las ciudades se constru-
IN grsndes barrseones para guarecer Guam
4 sarecen dc albergue.