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The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-11

The Commissioners recently received
communication from the Secretary of the
East Washington Citizens Association.
calling attention to conditions existing in
Branch Avenue. near its Intersection with
Pennsylvania Avenue southeast Atten-
ton is called particularly to the cuIyert
under Branch Avenue, and to a stagnant
pool Of water on the south side Of this
Avenue. They request that the pool be
drained and the road improved.
In reporting upon the request, c. B
Hunt, the Computing Engineer. says that
he visited the locality and found no cause
for action. He stated that the cuIyert
had failed at its lower end by reason of
q landslide which occurred several years
ago. When the cuIvert was thus wrecked
Mr.. Hunt says that an iron pipe was
placed in the waterway of the failed sec
tion to provide for the drainage flow but
he says that this was crushed by the
weight upon it Mr. Hunt informs the
| Commissioners that since that time the
water has percoIated through, though at
times the flow is interrupted, and some
accumulatiC- occurs al the upper side of
the bank yet when a moderate head has
been produced. satisfactory drainage is
resumed
Mr.. Hunt states that at present there is
an accumulation of water about Two feet
deep over the upper end of the culvert,
but he says the water is flowing cut faster
than it is flowing IN. as is shown by an
examination of the stream and of the ice
which covers the pond The water is not
stagnant, but is constantly renewed, he
seys, by fair sized stream
This report has been approved, and the
East Washington Heights Citizens Asso-
citation viii be Informed accordingly.
The Commissioners have voted TO refer
TO their Attorney for his consideration
and opinion the application of Nathaniel
Mckay, acting for the Dewey Hotel Com
pany, for renewal of permit to construct
conduit from the hotel to premises zoos
Thirteenth Street northwest
This action suggested by Commissioner
Beach was taken in view of the recent
decision Of the Court of Appeals relative
to the laying of underground conduits
similar 10 the one in question
Acting upon the suggestion made by the
Commissioners in acting upon the appli-
cation of the Master Plumbers Associa-
tiCn 20 extend the time Of putting in
force the new plumbers regulations,
Charles G. Thorn. Of 1927 c Street north
west. has submitted a statement Of the
number Of lead bends and lead traps
which he has IN stock He asks that he
be allowed 10 use the same under the new
regulations until the stock is exhausted.
Charles B. Bail. the Inspector of Plumb
ing in reporting upon the matter states
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-11

New National Theatre-M4uda Adams in
L'Aiglon," evening.
Columbia Theatre-Henry Miller IN Richard
Savage" evening.
lafayette Square Opers House Friends -
evening
Chase's New Grand-PoHte Vaudeville, after
noon and evening.
Academy Of MuSic-''The Still Alarm evening
kernans Lyceum Theatre The Morning
Glories," afternoon and evening
New Bijou-S4m T Jacks Company, afternoon
and evening.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-11

A request was recently received from
E. T. Simpson and others, of Georgetown,
asking for the repaving of Thirty-third
Street from NJ Street south to the alley
in square 1854 with Belgian or asphalt
block.
In reporting upon this application at
the request of the Commissioners, c. B.
Hunt the Computing Engineer, says that
the work described in the communication
wou ! probably be a charge upon the ap-
preparation for the improvement and re
pair of streets of the Georgetown section
But ne informs the Commissioners that he
cannot recommend that the street be
placed on the schedule, as he does not
consider the existing pavement at all un
suitable for the class and amount OF
traffic that passes over it He states that
the street is paved with cobble stone. and
For such class Of pavement is in very fair
condition He recommends that the petit
TONERS be informed that the Commission
ers fnd themselves unable, for the want
Of funds, to comply with the request
made
This recommendation the Commission
erss have approved.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-11
Prominent Pvtkian Dead.

William Il serrin. ir., an officer OF Mount Yer
non Lodge, Nc. 5. died this morning at 5 o'clock
OF pneumonia. The lodge viii meet Saturday
evening 70 make arrangements for the funeral.
which VIII be under the auspices Of the lodge Of
which he member The deceased was bat
twenty-five years old and a universal favor
ite wherever he vas known.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-11
InstaIIntton az Omcers.

The newly elected officers OF Gettysburg En-
e2npment Union Veterans League. were installed
IL their respective positions iast night AZ "
posraphical Temple In spite of the inclement
weather there was large attendance After the
installation ceremonies had been completed i
programme consisting of songs and recitatious
was rendered and refreshments We're served.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-11
Sues for q Bicycle Injury.

James Barrett yesterday filed suit against the
Columbia Railway Company 70 recover S5.o0a
claimed damages FOR personal injuries The
plaintiff alleges that while riding bicycle he
attempted 20 cross the tracks Of the defendant
at Fifteenth and II Streets northeast, and was
struck by eastbound car knocked from his
wheel. and totally disabled for a long time
Barrett IS represented by Attorneys Ambrose and
Archer
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-11

A master plumber of the northwest sec
tion recently wrote TO the Commissioners,
setting forth a statement to the effect
that he has been engaged in the business
for thirty-ive years He states that he
fas had issued TO him several licenses,
one of which was giveI- after a personal
examination before the Board of CommiS-
sioners. He states further that he objects
to taking an examination before the pres
ent Plumbing Board, as il contains some
of his bitter personal enemies, who, he
thinks. would not hesitate to humiliate
hi.l. If possible.
The Inspector of Plumbing. in reporting
upon the matter to the Commissioners,
gives long statement Of the standing Of
the applicant as a master plumber, and
the history OF the several licenses which
he has received. Mr. Ball states that in
reply to a similar request made last Sep
tember, the applicant was informed that
his fears we're unfounded. and that 10
make everything fair his examination
would b. a written one. and that the pa
pers shc:Iid be submitted 10 the Comnis-
sicners &c be reviewed by them Thus. he
said any display OF prejudice on the part
OF the Plumbing Board would be detected
and -eaced of.
ME Ball, therefore, has recommended,
aLd ae Commissioners have approved the
s. ue, that z similar answer be sent to
the applicant again.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-11

A petition for divorce was filed Yesterday by
Clara c. Eliason, who asks for a legal separation
from her husband John Il Eliasou on the
grounds Of desertion and abandonment The par
ties were married at Rockville Nd IL August,
1855. and lived together till 1885.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-11
Blaze in the Logan Hotel.

gas Jet turned near the wall ignited the
woodwork at the Logan Hotel. Thirteenth and
Iowa Circle northwest, last night and resulted in
damage estimated at $50. The property IS own
ed by Robert Portner, and occupied by c. NJ
Lewis local alarm was sent in and No
engine responded and put out the flames.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-11

Justice Cole, presiding IN Probate Court. this
afternoon heard testimony relative to the mental
condition of William 5. Davitt, Benjamin F.
Walker. Michael Ruhl and Benjamin Purcell
white. and Nathaniel 5. Ridout. Isaiah Lawson,
and Marie Z. Martin. Colored, al alleged 10 be
lunatics.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-11
Funeral of Commander Qunckenbush

The funeral OF the iata Commander John W
Quackenbush who died at his home. I2O5 New
Hampshire Avenue, yesterday, viii take place
from St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Twenty-third
Street. tomorrow, at 2 O'Clock Commander
QuackCnbush was a native Of New HAMPSHIRE
He entered the navy IN lS47. He was made lieu
tenant commander in 1862 and saw active service
throughout the civil war
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-11

Iiston D. Bass. indicted for violation OF the
United States postal laws. was released rom Gus
tody today on 5000 bonds His sure; = the
Guaranty Company Of Philadelphia.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-11
No Evidence in the Case.

The case Of Moses Payne, alias johnson, colored
charged with receiving stolen property, was dis
missed in the Police Court this morning for want
Of evidence.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-11
AFFAIRS OF THE DISTRICT
Commissioners Give Attention to
Complaints Of Citizens.

No Cause for Action Found Concern
ing the Branch Avenue CuIvert.
Recommendation That the Time
fer Enforcing the New Regulations
Governing Plumbers Be Extended.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-11
IN AND ABOUT THE CITY.


". H. Wells has been appointed engineer of
construction Of the Southern Railway Company
and has entered upon his duties.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-11
Con.mitted 10 the Guardinnn, g.

james Edwards Carter. twelve years Of age, who
IS said 10 be incorrigibIe, today committed
70 the care Of the Board Of Childreu's Guardians.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-11

Rere Bache. Of 1928 Q Street north
west, has written to the Commissioners,
protesting against the noise caused by
the autocarettes. He speaks OF the We
hicIes in question as noisy ~attletraps. -
and says that their incessaut din makes
life a burden to residents along the thor
oughfares which they traverse.
Mr. Bache informs the Commissioners
that there could be no reasonable objec-
tioT TO proper and civilized auto-omni-
buses, but these vehicles. of obsolete pat
tern, on rumbling iron wheels. Mr. Bache
declares TO be nuisance which ought not
to be allowed
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-11
THE SIN AND MOON


Sun rose....7:Is An sun sets........z.5T P.N
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STREET LIGHTING.

High 1901 An and Iz:3I P "
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We've Been Busy Ever Since the Holidays F.!

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having its share of customers 1t is Just to be kept busy when the
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FRIDAY, JANUARY Il, 1901
weather Indications.
TEMPERATURE

Occasional rains tonight clearing and colder
Saturday; northeasterIy winds, becoming north
westerly; brisk on the coast
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mucous patches IN
tire mouth, erup-
tons on the skin,
sore throat, copper
colored splotches,
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Saturdays Sale Of Millinery.

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The Appeal. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. ;) 1889-19??, 1901-07-27
THE STATE FAIR.

Premium lists for Minnesota's great
fair are being distributed. A copy can
be seen at this Office or can be secured
by a postal card request to Secretary
E. w. Randall, Hamline, MINI. The
fair will be held upon the state fair
grounds, midway between the twin
cities, during the week of Sept. 2 to Z,
and it is evident that the splendid
growth of this institution is to be con-
tinued. Expansion is the order of the
day. The prize list has been revised
by generous hands and the exhibits
will be varied and comprehensive,
special attention being given to live
stock and to field, garden and orchard
products. The American Shorthorn
Breeders Association and the Ameri-
can Hereford Breeders Association
will each conduct their next national
exhibit and sale at this fair, each as
ISOLATION paying $4,000 in premiums.
This will add two most important and
useful features. Not only are the ex
hibition departments being strength
ened, but the amusement features are
being bettered also. Twenty thousand
dollars are offered in purses, which in
sures racing of the highest order and
some of the best special attractions,
''The Bicketts," "Lionel Legare," and
others have already been engaged,
rounding out a day programme of I'M
usual excellence. We are assured
also that night programmes of the
most brilliant character will soon be
announced. - ..
The Appeal. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. ;) 1889-19??, 1901-07-27
= y - n - = % 49, ~
What the Family Had,

In speaking with reporter of the
Sun the other day Of incidents which
had impressed him in his ministerial
career, the Rev. E. 3. Weaver, pastor
of the Ridgely Street Presbyterian
Church, said: There is member of
the church-a woman-whose philoso-
ply Of life in all it's aspects reaches
down to the roots. of things. She is
not slow in giving her views of peo-
pie and events. One day in calling
upon her I was speaking of family
that had difficulty in getting along;
they were in a chronic state of want
winter and summer. She knew them.
AS I was speaking of their need and
trying. to get at the best way Of re-
ieving it she broke In upon me: eMr.
Weaver, wouldn't bother with those
people, Why, Mrs. L., they have
souls And no sooner had I uttered
the words, with manner and tone to
resist all gainsaying, she exclaimed:
Well, that's all they have got BAL
timore Sun. a
The Appeal. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. ;) 1889-19??, 1901-07-27

visit After breakfast she prepared
the dinner, placed it on the stowe, set
the indicator at s and told her father
she would return from the studio in
time for the meal. Now papa, I hate
to leave you, but you just make your
self comfortable" she said at the door.
Have the dinner on the table when
get home. I have put it over the stove
and it will be cooked to a turn at 6;
O'clock. You need not touch the stove.
! It is self-regulating and cooks auto
matically." Gable watched the appara-
tus curiOusly for awhile. Then he tried
to read. The he watched again, then
tried to read again. That neW-fangled
thing worried him. He got nervous and
apprehensiye, put on his hat and went
out. When Miss Gable came home and
found her father absent and no din
ner on the table she was distressed.
Could anything have happened? She
fastened out and found him walking
up and down the street. 81 was SO
afraid of being blown up by that
dreadful stoye," he explained, II found
it Impossible to stop in, the house = ~
Chicago Chronicle. /.
The Appeal. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. ;) 1889-19??, 1901-07-27
COULD NOT ESCAPE BLAME.
slanderor Did Not SHIFT Rssponsibilit,
on tho Phonorraph. -ts

on tho Phonograph.
a sewing machine agent in Germany
wanted to SANDER an employe whom
he had. quarreled with and. discharged.
He did not call it SANDER, but he
knew that his enemy would, and pos
siblY the courts also, and. as the PEN
alties for that offense are likely to
be heavy in the kaiser's; realm he
sought out a way in which
he could gain the desired end without
endangering his own, safety. An inspir-
alton came to him and purchasing a
monograph roll he went to the village
inn, placed it into the instrument
which was in the taproom and talked
it full of. things about his, sometime
friend. Later in the day the patrons
of the inn came in to have their beer,
and, as was their custom, some of them
dropped coins into the monograph
and set it attacking. The result was
appalling to them. The phonograph
told the most shocking tales about one
whom they had considered: a. hitherto
much respected and altogether to be
praised If not admired fellow citizen,
tales they knew not to be true. They
hurried to- the ,slandered man, and in
the course, Of time he brought. an action
against his former employer. The lat
ter pleaded that he had not insulted
the guilty one. The phonograph was
brought into court and turned on to
give its testimony, but it refused to
work. However, the Judge decided
that the defendant. was at least an &C:
tive accomplice in the SANDERS and.
fined him SO marks 3s9
The Appeal. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. ;) 1889-19??, 1901-07-27
- '7st
Hot Boxes.

It is commonly supposed that. the
heating Of the bearings Of machines
and of the axles Of car wheels is due
exclusively to friction, but Railway
and Locomotive Engineering puts for
ward the theory that it is due to an
electric arc. This assumes that all re-
volying bodies generate a current Of
electricity, which, If not properly
handled, causes trouble somewhere. In
the case of a revolving shaft or axle,
it is assumed that the current gener-
ated will pass from shaft to. bearing,
and if any space exists between the
two, as it is practically bound to do,
unless the bearing. issa perfect fit, an
arc is formed. AS: the temperature of
the arc is supposed to be 5000 degrees,
1t is said that this is the reason that
many bearings heat, the small size of
the arc being the reason the tempera-
ture is not raised more rapidly. Oil is
supposed to act sometimes as an in
sulator. Sun. 4
The Appeal. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. ;) 1889-19??, 1901-07-27
GOLDFISH CATCH LoBsTERs.
AT Shedding Time the Lobster Is An
Easy Victim.

At Shedding Time the Lobster Is An
Easy! Victim.
It is probably news to the majority
OF people to knoWAthat the red. or rock
Goldfish is bitter enemy of, the lobster
that has just crawled out Of his shell
il and is soft and unable to protect him
self. During shedding time these; lob
STEERS crawl up under projecting, rocks
lWhere the seaweed and kelp are, thick
and where they find protected places
IN which to go through the process; Of
slipping out of theil. old shells and
taking on a new coat of mail, So to
speak. For some days after shedding
|: the Holsters are weak and unable to
cope with those fish that wage war
upon them. This fact the goldfish seem
;lntuitiyely to know; and. they will
swarm around these retreats in. great
numbers and wait for the shedders; to
crawl out. An old lobster fisherman
said this morning that many times he
mad stopped his dory over a, large
number of these red goldfish and
watched their operations. He had
even dropped his line down and dan
gied tempting bait within a few feet
OF them. Unless it happened to fall
+ directly In front Of their. noses;. how
ever, they would seldom, take it, as
they were after lobster meat: When
the thin-shelled Holsters would: crawl
out from, beneath the protecting sea-
weed the Goldfish would dart at them
and strike them fierce blows with their
tails; disabling them completely: They
would then fall to and devour the help
less crustaceans. This performance
the lobster fisherman said he, had? wit
messed many times. The shedding sea-
son is now practically over, and the
Shells of the Holsters are be coming firm
and hard, and they are fully able to
take care, of themselves.-Lewi
I Journal. E.. .Er71. = MI
The Appeal. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. ;) 1889-19??, 1901-07-27
MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING.
Giant Trees of the Pacific, Coast Have
~ ~ .s. Never Been, in :TaoDo s.5- aEf

never seen In Jeopardy.
Statements; in the California papers
that the sequoias have no commercial
value are apt to create surprise at all
the effort that has been needed to- be-
gin the work of making these giant
trees public; instead of private property
IN order to preserve them. If they
nave sentimental value only no great
price should be asked for thin. In
deed, that is: the argument addressed
to the eastern owner of the. Calaveras
grove, with whom the national govern
ment is dickering., Hitherto he has
been threatening unless his price was
paid to convert the trees into. lumber.
when every lumberman knows that
the trees are; OF no value for milling .
says the San. Francisco, Chronicle. In
the first place, the San Francisco paper
explains, the cost, Of telling any one
OF the ninety-tWo big trees on the
5OO-acre tract would be excessive. It
would take five men twenty-five days
to bore enough holes through any tree
thirty feet in diameter After being
felled the trunk would have to be cut
into forty-foot lengths to be service
able. A block Of wood, say thirty
three feet; in diameter by forty feet in
length, would weigh about 600 tons and
no machinery has yet been built ca
pable Of handling it.. No saw could
work on such a section, il it were pos
sible to, get it to mill, and to split
it with dynamite, as Mr.. Whiteside
once suggested, would; shatter the log
and spoil the lumber: In other words,
the big trees are vastly too massive
for commercial use. New York Even
ing Post.