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The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
BRITISH LAWS OF BIRTH
AND NATURALIZATION
New Construction Made by a Com
mittee Appointed by the
Home Secretarv

1t is natural that we, in these tight lit
tie islands, should jealousy guard the So
cial advantages, the protection and tield
for advancement which are enjoyed by
those who can claim to be British sub
jects. But in the eyes of the law there
is considerable confusion as to the neceS-
sary qualifications which outsiders must
show before they can be admitted to all
the privileges of citizenship. On this ac-
count the home secretary. appointed an
/ inter-departmental committee eighteen
months ago to report upon the doubts
and difficulties which have arisen in con-
nection with the Interpretation and ad-
miniStration of the acts relating to- nat
uralization, and to advise whether legiS-
i lation for the amending of those acts is
| desirable, and, If so, what scope and dt-
rection such legislation should take" Who
is British subject? The committee point
out 1T that:
mental principle that any. person who is
born within his Majesty's dominions is
from the moment of his birth a British
subject, whatever may be the nationality
of either or both of his parents, and how
ever temporary and casual the circum-
stances determining the locality of his
birth may have BEEN"
The child of an alien enemy born in
part of his MajeStyS dominions which is
at the time in hostile occupation is not q
British subject. Again, the child born
within the British dominions of an EN-
baSsador or other diplomatic agent ac-
credited to the crown by a foreign sover-
eign is not q British subject The limits
of this latter exception have not been ex-
actly aScertained.
The Kings son is always a British sub
ject, wherever he may be born. With this
exception the acquisition of the status of
a British subject by parents rests on stat
ute law. A person whose father or pater-
nal grandfather was born within his Ma
jesty's dominions is deemed a natural
born British subject, although he himself
was orn abroad.
To the category of persons who are
British subjects by reason of their birth
having taken place within his Majestys
domlnions must be added those who are
born on board a British ship. Some doubt
exists as to the extent of this rule. There
seems to be no doubt, the committee re-
marks that a person is a natural-born
British subject who is
(a) Born on board a British ship of war
wherever such ship may be.
(b) Born on board a British merchant
vessel on the high seas.
1t is suggested that q simple rule should
be made that any child born on a foreign
ship while in British waters should not
be deemed to be subject of this country
owing to this accident of birth; but. on
the other hand, an infant who first looks
out on life under the white and red en-
sign wherever it may fly afoat is appar-
emily subject of the King, though he be
as black as ebony or his father be this
country's most deadly enemy.-London
! Telegraph
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
SOLDIERS MIMIC
SCENES Of WAR
Anniversary Of Battle Of
Trenton Elaborately
Celebrated.
Firing of Guns and Cannons
Makes Sham Battle
Realistic.

TRENTON, N. j., Dec. 26.-The one
hundred and twenty-fifth anniversary OF
the battle of Trenton was elaborately eel
ebrated here to-day. The ausptctous
weather in the morning had the effect OF
bringing out large crowd, who lined the
streets along which the sham battle ana
the subsequent parade took place. The
three forces of General Washington, Cen
eral Sullivan and the Hessians for more
than an hour occupied the streets ana
covered the ground that was gone over
in the original battle and realistic pic
ture of that battle was presented, except
the suffering which the American forces
underwent because of the cold weather
and the inefhciency of clothing. The sham
battle began near the battle monument
and continued down Warren and Broad
streets, the Hessian forces, under Colonel
Gilmore of the Second Regiment, retreat
ing and halting at short distances, hrlnS
on the advancing American army. Thls
continued until the surrender at two
pointS-in front of the poStoftice on East
State street and the other on South Broad
street.
During the sham battle there was con-
tinuous firing of guns and cannon. After
the surrender the military was reformed
for the general parade, which was sup
plemented by more than 1000 members or
civic organizations of the city. In the
procession was the Second Battery OF
New Jersey National Guards, consisting
OF the Second and Third regiments, under
the command of General Cooper.
The parade proved somewhat disap-
pointing by reason of misunderstanding
which resulted in the military Of the first
division passing the reviewing stand fully
half an hour ahead of the second, or civic,
division.
Taylor Opera-house, where the indoor
celebration took place, was packed. Gov
ernor Voorhees, presided. Professor VIII
son of Princeton University = In his ad-
dress, besides touching .on, the history of
the battle of Trenton, spoke of the ideals
of America
Our progress during the last 125 years was
a natural evolution 1t was not until the war
of 1872 that we began to assume our position
as nation of the world Our expansion from
time to time was natural growth, finding a
elimination in the acquiring of the Philippines
as Il result of the recent war with Spain.
Professor Wilson spoke hopefully of the
results that will follow our recent expan-
sion. both to ourselves as a nation and
to the Filipinos as people. He discour-
aged the political condition wA4ch seemed
to have evolved the political boss, but
looked upon the boss as an incident rather
than a necessary result of our form of
government.
The fireworks display which was to
have taken place tonight had to be post
poned on account of the unfavorable
weather.
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
Was Boring for rTonev

Henry Weideling, a cabinet-maker was
arrested last evening by Detectives Tom
Gibson and Hammill and charged with
an attempt to commit burglary Several
days ago Weideling rented a room in a
lodging house at PIT Grant avenue which
is conducted by Mrs. Weener. Learning
that she kept considerable money in 4
chiffonier Weideling bored several holes
in the partition which separates his room
from that of the landlady, and prepared
to enter. Mrs. Weener learned of his in
tentions, and at once notified the detec-
tives. Last evening Weideling started 10
placed under arrest. He denied that he
intended to rob Mrs. Meener
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27

for clothing and equipage. Depot
Quarrermaster' Office 30 New Montgomery
st.. san Francisco. CaL. December q. 1901.
al this office until 10 O'Clock a. m, Friday.
January TO- 1902 Pacific Standard time and
then opened for furnishing Arctic OYershOes
Luszrat Caps and Cauntlets Jean Drawers
- - f-,de~sFiyfe TFooIer STOCKINGS TKbite
Muslin Shirts. Scrubbing Brushes. Company.
Post and Regimental Books, Rubber Ponchos
and Sky-blue Kersey. Quantities 70 be sub
Ject 70 an increase OF ~ per cent II deslred
by this Department BIDS VIII De opened Tor
the delivery Of the same articles at either
the san Francisco. Boston, Chlcago or phil
acclphia QepOts. 10 AVOID misunderstanding
rs 10 the exact nature Of the articles TO be
furnished, bidders VIII carefully examine the
efandard samples and specifications so that
proposals may be submitted by them with
full knowledge Of what VIII be required. An
absolute compliance with standard and speci-
hcations viii be insisted upon IN the inspec-
tiOn Of the goods. DNgJAhANIEED BIDS
AND BIDS UPON SAMPLES differing from
standard and specifications VIII under no cir
cumstances DC considered e1ceI,t IN case OF
stockings which are TO have shaped heels.
Bids for delivery or inspection at other points
than those named above viii not be con-
-f +5oS - -5e1fz-erV should contract be
awarded to them, and no proposition should
be made which they are not positive that
they can absolutely fulfill. The articles ad-
vertised for are the same for which bids will
be opened at the other depots- Preference
viii be given TO articles Of domestic produc-
tiOn and manufacture CONDITIONS OF price and
quality being equal 0ncluding in the price Of
foreign production and manufacture the duty
thereon), and such preference viii be given TO
articles OF American production and manufac-
ture produced on the Pacific Coast. TO the ex
|. tent Of the consumption required by the pub
lie service there. The United States reserves
the right to accept or reject any or all pro-
p0sals or any part thereof. Information and
blanks for proposals VIII be furnished on ap-
p1ication. Envelopes containing proposals
win be indorsed Proposals No. 1149S, and
addressed 10 MAJOR G. p. MILLER quar-
tcrnaster. L. s. Army. Depot Quartermaster.
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
SOUTHERN PACIFIC AND
ROCK ISLAND MAKE TERMS
William Sproule Returns and Says
Contract Was Made in Refer
ence to Traffic

William Sproule, freight traffic man
ager of the Southern Pacific Company,
returned yesterday from a business trip
to Chicago. While East he met in consul
tation with the leading traffic officials Of
the Rock Island road, and an agreement
was made in reference to traffic affairs
Mr. Sproule denied the report that a
clause in the agreement shuts out the
Rock Island road from building west Of
El Paso.
While in Chicago Mr.. Sproule met Traf-
fic Director ]. c. Stubbs several times,
and he denies that Mr.. Stubbs is in fall
ing health. He says that Mr. Stubs was
suffering from slight cold. but other
wise he looked in splendid health.
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
snme Old Names for Cannnn

AS the use of artillery became more
common and the advantages of porta-
bility and rapidity of fire were recognized,
Smaller. but of better workmanshin and and
construction. Inventors began to try
their hands at all sorts of improvements
or attempts at improvements, and in the
course of hundred years or so the num-
Der of different pieces of cannon, large
and small, muzzle or breach loading, was
simply legion. There were cannon, can
non royal and demi-cannOn, three or four
classes of culverins, bombards, mortars,
perriers, serpentines, carthouns, curtalls,
passevolants or zemrantanas, basilisks,
orgues. sakers, minlons, mojanes, falcons
and falcOnets, robinetS, foWlers, bases
slings, port pieces, murderers, brakes
aspics, double dogs and lagtors, to saw
nothing Of ribadoquins, flying dragons
and partridge mortars.
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
MARRIAGE LICENSES.

The following marriage licenses were issued
yesterday:
John Lefkovitz, "a 355 First avenue and
Bessie Noyinsky, %. 22O Seventh street.
Joseph T. Cardoza, 33 city. and Eva L.
Wildes, 10, city
William c. Kriess So 1928 Grove street and
Emma B. Hahn, %, 21s Steiner street.
charles j. Youngberg. 2S. city, and Beatrice
William W. P. Holt. 26, Tacoma, Wash,
and Isabel T Purdy 20, city.
Leo s. Schwabacher so Seattle Wash and
Edna Blum, %, 1243 Franklin street
Denis c. Sheerin, 2S, 2216 Geary street. and
William D. Smith, 27, Rutherford. and Lou
ise J. Laurent, Is, St. Helena.
Elias Friedberg. 40, Oakland, and Adaline
kellner. 30 2l5 Steiner street.
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
DIED.

BEANIE Oakland December 25, 1901, Will
liam H, beloved husband of Anna II. Bean
a native OF Canada, aged a years.
CONENEY-In this city, December %, 1901
John Coveney, native of County Cork, Ire
iand. aged 5S years. Sacramento papers
UThe fgneral will take place to-day
q rldayl, at 10 o'clock from the Darlors Of
Intern,ent Holy Cross Cemetery.
DLXoN-In this city, December 26, 1901
Thomas r. Dixon, beloved son Of the late
Richard and Sarah Dixon, and brother Of
Mrs. L. Hartnett. Mrs. {. Easton and Lucy
DRon nsSe as Of an 3se Fraae6 9Rd aSed odie2s 3
years and months.
ETThe funeral will take place tomorrow
Saturday, at 2 o'clock. from his late resi-
dence, 1867 Pacific street Interment Laurel
Hill Cemetery.
OFFICERS and members Of Pacific Parlor No
20, X. S G. W. are hereby notified To as
semble at 1867 Pacific street tomorrow Sat
Urdag), at j 30 o'clock for the purpose of
attending the funeral Of our late brother, T.
r. Dixon. Funeral viii be under the aus
tendance win be strictly enforced;
=. J. BANNING. President.
J. &. MILLER, Recording Secretary.
DOCKERY-In South San Francisco. Decem-
Der 20, 1901. Bridget Dockery dearly beloved
Of Mrs Mary b. Jose OF Redding and Ed
ward Dockery, native Of County Longford
Ireland aged "A years. cTrinity Journal
EyFriends and acquaintance are respect
fully invited to attend the funeral tomorrow
residence eO16 Sixteenth avenue south, be-
tween r and S streets south. thence to All
Hallows' Church, n street south, where a
solemn requiem high mass will be celebrated
fer the repose Of her soul, commencing at 10
O'Clock Interment Holy Cross Cemetery.
GERRY-In this city, December %, 1901 John
II Gerry. beloved father Of Mrs. Josephine
I)upree Mrs. F. 9. Hall and Mrs. Eta VIII
son ard grandfather Of Mrs. Herman Amud-
sen Edith Hall, Frederick J. Hall and Car
rie Dupree a native Of Massachusetts, aged
Ga years.
James McGinn & Co. pa Eddy street No
tice Of funeral hereafter.
GIBsON-In this city. December %. 1901,
Abby B. beloved wife Of Orrin B. Gibson,
and mother Of Mrs. M. Z. Mccoy. Orrin E.
Herbert l.. Edward L., A. Bruce and the
Nsate Fred r. Gibson. native Of Maine, aged
n years and . days
EIADIEY-In this city, December 26, 1901
Moses F. Hadley beloved husband OF Ellen
n Hadley and father of Fred, w, Herbert
and William Hadley and Mrs. Ella T. Miot
native OF Massachusetts, aged 76 years II
months and 26 days.
~ Friends and acquaintance are respect
fr,iIZ invited to attend the funeral Sunday
Teeceu1ber %, at 1 80 o'clock, from the NOR
trarv chanel Of the Golden Gate UndertaR-
inc Company, 2475 Mission street near
TTVyenty-frst Internent Mount Olivet Gene
terry. by carriage
TAVIN-In this city, December 26. 1901, John
LAWN, native of Ireland, aged 81 years.
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
Cowan Murder Case.

+ Cornelius p. Williams, who killed Vivian
Cowan in Grass Bros. barn, 413 Ninth
street, Wednesday during fight, ap-
peared before Judge Cabaniss yesterday
He was instructed to his rights and
the case continued till January f. pend
ing the result of the Coroner's inquest.
Williams claims he acted In self-defense
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
Southern Pacific. Wins Suit.

The Supreme Court decided yesterday,
in a suit instituted by the Fresno Street
Railway Company to Gust the Southern
Pacific from a right of way along Tulare
avenue, Fresno, that the lower court had
erred in giving judgment in favor of the
former corporation. A new trial is or
dered and in view of the decision it seems
probable that the Southern Pacific will be
allowed to continue running it's trains
over the thOrOuGhfare.
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
BAY AND RIVER STEAMERS.
RAILWAY TRAVEL.
l.1R:H PACIFIC COAST RAILROAD
We Sausallt0 E0FrI
Commencing september ~. 1901.

Commencing september ~ 1901.
FROM SAN FRANCISCO TO MILL VALLEY
AND SAN RAFAEL.
WEEK DAYS-6 :55, S;3O - 80, IL 100 a. n,
.1:45. 3:15 4:l5, 5:15, 'G:l5. G;45 2. m.
EXTRA TRIPS-For Mill Valley and San
Rafael on Mondays, Wednesdays and Satur-
DAYS at . 80 and II 40 p. m.
SITNDAYS-%S: 100. 10000, al 80 a m. "I :I5
Y.I5 .4:45 G:3O, $50 p.
Trains marked (') run to san Quentin
FROM SAN RAFAEL TO SAN FRANCISCO
MEEK DAYS-r5:25. G:27 AS, S:35 10 ~
NJ +i2:25 2:15, $50 4:40 $50 D. m
EXTRA TRIPS on Mondays Wednesda y.
and Saturdays at Gas and 1856 D. m -
A'ie 'iSe1rSTDAYS-6:l5 $500, 10000. '1i:45 a m
81 10 s315, 4:45. $3.50 p. m.
Trains marked ~ start from San Quentin.
Et1NM MILL VALLEY TO SAN FRANCIS,,c,
TVESIrII DAYS. 40. G:45 T:55 S:55 10 -,
rn 10 !5 2:45. s:30, $40 p. m.
EXTRA TRIPS on Mondays. Wednesda =
and saturdays at 7:10 and 1886 D. m.
lSINDAYS-s: :O5. 10:05 a. m. IH:O5. 2:I5
3:3O 500. G:l5 2. m
THROUGH TRAINS
6:55 A. m. week days-Cazadero and wav
1:45 p. m saturdays-Duncan Mills and way
stations.
stations.
Sunday time
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
Dafaulting Collector.

A warrant was issued by Judge Ca
baniss yesterday afternoon for the arrest
of A. w. Cosgrove on a charge of misde-
meanor embezzlement. He was collector
for the Commercial Fire Dispatch Com
pany and is said to be short in his ac-
counts. The amount specified in the COM
NIatut is s1q TX
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
Contractor Files Two Suits.

John Kelso, contractor filed two suits
against Muir Bros & Muir yesterday for
money which he alleges is due for work
performed on the extension of the Cali
fornia Northwestern Railway in Mendo-
cino County under an agreement made in
February Of this year One of the suits
is for 1924 80 for labor, and the other is
for 81 SGT, the cost of eXcavating 5000
cubic wards of rock.
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
Drowned in the Raw

The body Of man was found floating
in the bay yesterday between Meigg,
wharf and Alcatraz Island by M. Taran-
tino and his partner, Italian. fishermen.
When the body was searched at the
Morgue a bank book and other papers
were found bearing the name Of Masoero
GpOrQi
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
SPECIAL
Excursion Rates
Ports in Mexico.

A delightful Winter Trip Only $50. incIud-
ing Meals and Berth. Pacific Coast Steamship
Company's Steamer Curacao. sailing from San
Francisco January 7th, due back January 2Ith'
will call at the following Mexican ports: En-
senada. Magdalena Bay. San Jose del Caoo.
Mazatlan Altata, La Paz, Santa Rosalta and
Guaymas.
For further particulars inquire at Ticket
Office. No. New Montgomery St., or No. 10
Market ST.. San Francisco.
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
Bellbov Accused of Larceny

Mrs Lizzie ]. Burson, proprietress of
the Wilmot Hotel 728 Sutter street, Sc
cured a warrant from Judge Mogan yes
terday for the arrest of Robert Newton,
a bellboy at the hotel on a charge of
grand larceny. Mrs. Burson alleges that
on Sunday morning Newton broke open
her trunk and stole $240. He has not been
seen since. Detective Riordan has been
detailed on tho case
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
Cantain Jahnsen I'll

The steamer San Pedro has arrived
from Grays Harbor. AT Aberdeen Cap
tain Jahnsen was taken ill and was re-
moved to a hospital at that place. The
boat was brought in by First Mate Rel
ner.
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
RYAN Unable to Appear.

John Ryan, who was Knocked down by
John Sheehy in the Potrero gashouse
early yesterday morning and kicked in
the ribs was unable to appear in Judge
Cabaniss' court yesterday. When Shee-
hy's case was called it was continued to
January 3
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
LEGAL ADVERTISEMENTS.

NOTICE is hereby given to the District Attor-
ne, OF the city and county of San Francisco
re J.. the undersigned, intend to apply to
The honorable state Board OF Prison Directors
Tor the privilege Of being paroed. al a meet
ing OF the said board, to be held at Folsom
On the 2Sth day of December 1901.
PETER DERGANC.
BUSINESS Mems Legal Bureau" consulta-
ton free; in bankruptcy and divorce proceed
lngs parties not required to go into court
Room GIL Examiner bldg: phone Black 1904
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
Doclzerill Is Held.

William Dockerfll saloon-keeper, u
Steuart street, appeared before Judge
Conlan yesterday on a charge of battery
He kicked his wife in the abdomen We'd
nesday and the Judge was notified that
she was III a serious condition. The case
was continued and 4Iockerill was ordered
into custody without ban pending the re-
suit of his wife's injuries.
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
Held Up bv Three Men.

William Lark, who was a special police
man during the strike, was held up by
three men at Jackson and Kearny streets
Christmas morning and robbed Of $50 and
a gold watch and chain. Lark believes
that he will be able to Identify the men
in event they are arrested.
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
Baby's Body Found on the Beach.

The body of a week-old baby was found
last evening on the beach about half a
mile from the Beach Tavern by one of
the life-saving crew. The body had nc
marks or clothing by which it could be
identified The body was removed to the
Morgue 1t is supposed that the infant
died and it's parents were too poor to
bury the child and took this means of
diSDoSfng of the BODY.
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
BIRTHS MARRIAGES DEATHS

Birth, marriage and death notices sent by
mail viii not be inserted. They must be handed
in at either Of the publication Offices and be
Endorsed with the name and residence of per-
sons authorized to have the same published.
BORN.
CHILDISH this city, December % 1901 to
the wife of George B. Childs, a son.
POWERS-In this city, December 26, 1901 to
the wife Of Frank H. Powers, a daughter.
THRANE-In this city. December 25, 1901 to
the wife Of James II. Thrane a son.
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
wanted la CaIistoga.

George Tolle, young man, was arrest
ed last night and booked en- route to Cal
istoga where he is wanted on a charge
of robbery. 1t is alleged that he robbed
Herman Gauger, farmland, of $40 So.
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
Kip orphanage entertainment,

The children of the Maria Kip Orphan
age will hold their Christmas entertain
ment on Saturday, December %, com
invited.
The San Francisco call., 1901-12-27
DIVIDEND NOTICES

CALIFORNIA SAFE DEPOSIT AND TRUST
SOMfAN4, corner California and Montgom-
cry sts-For the six months ending Decem-
per 81. 1901 dividends have been declared
on deposits in the savings department of this
company as follows: On term deposits at
on ordinary deposits at the rate Of 8 per cent
per annum. free of taxes and payable on and
after Thursday. January @ 1902 Dividends
uncalled for are added to the principal and
pear the same rate of dividend as the prin-
DALzEEL Brown. MsnaGer: niiGers = -'O-' .
SAVINGS AND LOAN SOCIETY. 1Of Mont
gomery ST., corner of Sutter-The board Of
directors declared a dividend for the term
ending December 81, 1901. at the rate Of
mum on all deposits. free of taxes and pay
able on and after January 2 1902 Dividends
not called for are added to and bear the
same rate of dividend as the principal from
and after January l. 1902.
CYRUS W CARMANY. Cashier.
SAN FRANCISCO SAVINGS UNION, $50 Cal
norma ST., corner Webb.-For the half-year
ending with the 31st Of December. 1901, a
dividend has been declared at the rate per
annum OF three and forty-two one hundredths
90 per cent on ordinary deposits. free OF
ary 2 1902 LOWELL WHITE, Cashier.
MUTUAL SAVINGS BANK OF SAN FRAN
81, 1901, a dividend has been declared at the
Sa.2t Tate OF three % per cent per annum on all
Thursday, January 2 1902. GEORGE A.
STORY, Cashier
THE German Savings and Loan Society. 526
California st-For the half-year ending with
december 81, 1901, dividend has been de-
elared az the rate of three 90 per cent per
annum on all deposits free of taxes. pay
able on and after Thursday, January .
1902. GEORGE TOURNY, Secretary.
THE Continental Building and Loan Associa-
ton, 222 Sansome ST. has declared for the
SIX months ending December 81, 1901, a divi-
dend OF per cent per annum on Classes A"
ana F stock, per cent on term deposits
ana per cent on ordinary deposits, free of
taxes WILLIAM CORBIN, Secretary.
HUMBOLDT Savings and Loan Society, Is
Geary st-The directors have declared a
olNlaend OF per cent per annum its de-
posts. payable on and after January 2 1902
ERNEST BRAND. Secretary.