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The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-10
Our New
Packing Department.

In connection with Our Shipping
Department. we have opened
Packing Department. and are now
most thoroughly equipped for ex-
ecuting ali packing and shipping,
either on a large or small scale.
Our packers and shippers are men
of long experience. being qualified
TO handle all kinds of art goods,
bric-a-brac, pictures, silverware,
chinaware, furniture, household
goods, etc, and entire satisfaction
is guaranteed.
The work may be done az your
residence or in our Shipping De-
partment, as you prefer. No orders
too large or too small to receive
our prompt and careful considera-
ton. Estimates cheerfully fur
nished upon request.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-10
LIVE TOPICS ABOUT TOWN.

The White House gardeners had plenty
of work to do yesterday and they will
be kept busy again today. Tine entire
force was up early in the morning, and
armed with rakes and brooms. began then
annual task-and no light one it is-ot
removing the evidences of the Easter egg
rolling from the Presidents back yard
Egg shells. mashed eggs paper and pea
nut shells covered the grass and
the walks everywhere, and here and
there the .,hrubbery bore signs of the in
vasiun of the reservation Swarms of
birds Toasted on the remains of the eggs
and flew away reluctantly at the approach
of the gardeners. BY night the workmen
had gone over good portion of the
lawns, and by tomorrow they expect Ia
have the grounds in fairly good shape.
Every year this work and the damage to
shrubbery cost the Government a con-
siderable sum of money. but IL is hardly
probable that there will ever he anyone
who Will care so little for nublic opiuion
&c ,o sr,o.st b,,ri,,. M, lt,,I,5.o, fro,,,
" aus5eSt "fi iHiS t'ie 'iiiui'' IiOi''
the Nhite Lot ana deprlvlnS them OF the
nivaI
THE end of emf has a significance
70 ,,,h;,., f,Il, Lii, ,,t,a,. -, do not
appreciate remarked Nell-knoWh local
angler last night food Friday. in this
part of the country is considered the first
dow Of ,ha ds.,,i,,t ,o,,o,, ,,.i,b ,oa and
-.
ihe- Inc muduy cohdltion OF the fot"-
mac River has contributed toward damp
ening the ardor of enthusiasts. Indica-
tions are however that this season will,
-, -, -. -.
oe very GOOD one ana aifeauS sonie
good catches have been made in the up
per river Last year | spent several days
ON tho railroad trestIe at tb. font of the
g,-..-. - -. e-..,,,,,,1s
governments insane Ass i~iii
where white and yellow perch are lhVar-
iably found. | noticed on each of my
trims a I.ttl. erex,-hearded xvrjnkled-face
-, -. =, -. a., tho
o'u chaP' "hoi" iouiiu a. "a' va
end OF the same tie After seEetai in'Nt
ings we became well acquainted, and in
,,,-,',,s,. ,,,,,,,.aa,, ,,sha,.,,a, ana tb.. in
,saha =, batt "a hooIs
90 a., -, .o,.ar,I ho,rs while
a.. 81, -, ,,at h,,,ny :, a noIitira1 dis
cIission. NV friend was 2. stanch Repub-
lican, and the way in which he hammered
IT INTO BRYAN would nave aons creaia 70
the strenuous Roosevelt hlmseii. am
democrat. put the Wrlhkieu usNotse VI
the ROD ana me aimoSt conNIhceu mt
thit l had DeeE educated me "rolIS ""
flnaliy IN the aIterhool nuilio.t n
inmates OF the asS luii, ~ nc ,,,,i., ~
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-10
THREE SMALL FIRES.
The Firemen Kept Busy ExtinEnish.
ing slight BInzes.

Several small fires occupied the atten-
ton of the fire department yesterday
Shortly before noon an alarm was turned
in from box s27 for fire at 800 Pomeroy
Street, occupied by William Coleman. The
flames. which originated from an over
heated stove, damaged the premises TO
the extent of Sl5.
A defective flue caused fire in build
ing 1903 K Street northwest, occupied by
the Colored Womeu's Home. The damage
was slight.
For a fire in a lounge at the residence
of Joseph Mann. li09 ID Street northeast
the fremen were again called out at 1:2t
O'Clock in the afternoon by an alarm from
box GIL. The lounge. which was valued
at s., was destroyed.
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A LARGE LOAN EFFECTED.
The B. 4 %. BOrrOws S1O,OOO,OOO t.
Better Its Equipment.

The articles of an agreement between
the Standard Trust Company of New
York and the Baltimore and Ohio Rail
road providing for the issuing of equip
ment obligations to meet the cost Of ad-
ditional equipment of the railroad were
placed on file yesterday in the Office of
the Recorder of Deeds.
The obligations or bonds will aggregate
$1,000 900 in the sum of 81, 600 each, and
will bear interest al the rate of 4 per
cent The issue viii be made in ten series
of 81 900 600 each. anu will fall due De
cember 81 Of each succeeding year.
II is stated that the funds will be used
to provide 100 locomotives 1900 steel gon-
dolas. $500 box cars, 1000 steel hopper
cars. and 500 fiat cars.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-10
NAVAL CADETS AS FENcERs.
They Win the INTERCOLLEGIATE Team
and Individual Championships.

Rear Admiral Crowninshield yesterday
received the following from Commander
Wainwright. commanding the United
States Naval Academy at Annapolis:
u. S. Naval Academy
Annapolis. Md. April g. 1901
Sir: | have the honor to inform the
bureau that the Naval Academy fencing
team. consisting of Naval Cadets l.. B.
Mcbride >. NJ. Henry. and A. Andrews
in charge of Lieut.. +. w. Eberle. United
States Navy. took part in the intercol-
legiate fencing tournament at the New
York Athletic Club. on Saturday, the 9Th
instant. and won both the intercollegiate
championship and tn medal given to the
best fencer In the Intercollegiate Associa-
ton. the latter being won by Naval Cadet
Henry.
The conduct and bearing of the naval
cadets upon this occasion were most
commendable. and proved highly credit
able to the Naval Academy. Very res
Eectfully.
RICHARD WAINWRIGHT.
Commander L. S. Navy. Commanding.
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Coal for the Atlantic squad-on.

NORFOLK, Va, A-,ru 9-The United
States collier Leoni;!cr passed out Cape
Henry at 1 O'Clock this afternoon with
a full cargo of coal. loaded here. The
coal men say she will touch at Pensacola
and then probably deliver the coal at
Target Bay. to the North Atlantic Squad
ron.
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Soc to 5000 Each.

Dainty Hats of fine straw. chiffon and
lace. trimmed with soft laces and rib
bons; also largee Shirred Hats of white
pink, and blue null. trimmed with fine
ernhrnideries and lace.
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sl.0o Each.
Little ChiIdren's
Outfittings.

We are making a special display
OF Little Children's Coats, Reef
ers, Frocks, Hats, Caps. etc. The
brightest Paris and American ere
atoms are shown, including ultra
and exclusive novelties in Chris
tening Robes, Party Frocks, Goats,
etc. Many recently arrived things
are on display.
Infants Null Bonnets. close-fitting.
some trimmed with fine tucks and ruffies
of narrow lace, finished with pompon Of
lace and ribbon.
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soc Each.

Fine High-grade American Madras
Shirts. In colored stripes. with cuffs at
tached or separate; also a large assort-
ment of white and black stripes with at
tached or separate cuffs; also plated
bosom shirts of madras. with separate
cuffs
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-10
ST. SO to $1,000 Each.

Children's Reefeers, in all the newest
styIes of plain cloth; also Gray Corduroy.
with dainty silk Innings; also White and
Colored Piques. Linens, Galateas, and
nncES
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Si.50 Each.

Shirts of American Madras, in excellent
designs from quiet to bright coiorings.
with separate cuffs; also a line of Madras
Shirts. with collars attached: also Lines
of White Shirts, with plated Madras
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$500 Each.

Madras Shirts in splendid assortment
of patterns; collars attached or to be
worn with white collars; neckbands.
wristbands. and collars not starched,
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So. so to SIS. 90 Each.
Special.

Children's Cloth Refers, In red. brown.
and blue. trimmed with braid; also white
Pique Refers. collar finished with hem
stitched ruffie.
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Csc to 75c Each.

Large Poke Bonnets of fine embroider-
les. insertions and ruffies. edged with soft
lace finished with ribbon,
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-10
Slip Covers

Are extremely essential for the preserva-
ticn Of your furniture during the summer
months. We make them of best materi-
ais. and our prices you will find the low
est and workmanship the best. Let us
give you an estimate.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-10

Mr. Frederick Fairbanks. of Princeton
College. and his brother. Richard, from
Andoyer. are spending the Easter vaca-
ton with their parents, Senator and Mrs
Fairbanks
Mrs. Fairbanks will go TO New York
shortly to attend the entertainment to
be given by the Knickerbocker Club in
honor of Lexington and Concord, on
April ~ Mr.. Fairbanks will also be
present at the Colonial ball in honor Of
the Inauguration Of Washington. which
will be given on the 30th instant. Mrs.
De Witt Talmage will also be among the
guests from Washington.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-10

Movements of Naval Vessels.
The battleship Kentucky has arrived
at Cavite. The training ship Hartford has
Roads.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-10

Misses Carrie. Louise. and Gladys Mum
and number of little girl friends who
formed a sewing class during Lent held
a fair yesterday afternoon. from to 6
o'clock, at the home of Mrs. Charles A.
Mum, of Scott Gree. The goods IN sale
consisted of fancy articles and plain gar
ments made by the small philant hropists.
and the proceeds Of the bazaar will be
contributed to the Childrens Hospital
fund.
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$3.50 Each.

Dark blue Light Blue, and Oxblood
Cheviot Shirts for immediate wear; cuffs
affnchad
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-10

Gen and Mrs. William H. Payne. of
Warrenton. Va, have issued invitations
for the marriage of their daughter. Miss
Virginia Payne to Hon. Eppa Hunton.
ir., "Wednesday evening April a. at St
James Church, Warrenton.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-10

The marriage of Miss Mayetta Shoup
daughter of the late James Connell Shoup
to Mr.. Claude Elliott Miller. of this city
took place at noon Monday at the home
of the brides mother. New York City AS
the brides family is still in mourning
only the immediate relatives and a small
number of intimate friends were invited
TO the ceremony and wedding breakfast
The bridal gown was of white liberty silk.
trimmed with old point lace. and the veil
of tulle was fastened with orange BIOS
SONS and "A crescent Of diamonds n gift
from the brides brother Mr.. George C.
Shoup. She also wore a diamond brooch
present from the bridegroom.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-10

Miss c. NJ. Stage and Miss Helen Drake
gave euchre party Monday evening at
1877 Rhode Island Avenue. Miss Anna
Terrell and Mr.. Hyde Barbarin won the
first prizes and Miss Chase and Mr. W
Il Coates the BOBBY prizes. Among those
present were: Miss Anna Terrell Miss
Gerald, Miss Eugina Williams Miss Mae
Heupie, Miss Louise Heupel Miss GussIe
Williams. Miss Elizabeth Wilkinson. Miss
Ada Stage miss Alice Drake, Mrs Drake
and Miss Norman. Mr.. Taylor. Mr. E. J.
Williams. Mr.. Chase. DR.. Towers. Mr. f.
Hyde Bsrbarin, MIR. Walter Coates Mr.
Frederick Heuple Mr.. Guthrie. Mr. Stage
Mr.. Medrith winship, and Mr.. f. ]. Van
Ness
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-10

The cotillion of sixty couples that added
50 notably to the pleasures of the dane
ing world last year renewed its triumpha
last night at Masonic Temple As usual
the committee in charge of the evening 8
II. Campbell, Mrs. John c. Poor Mrs A
A. Addison. Miss Myer. Miss Merriam
and Miss owen. The cotillion was led
by DR.. Robert #. Mason and Mrs Camp
bell. and the 100 guests included the ma.
jority of prominent young married peo-
pie ana maids and cavaliers OF the official
and social world.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-10

Captain and Mrs. Beach, of 1911 II
Street. entertained a company al dinner
last night, in honor of Lieutenant General
and Mrs. Miles. Mrs. Beach also has
cards out for a tea Friday afternoon, at
Rauschers
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-10

Mrs. BRYANT gave a dance for young
people last night
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Lansburgh &Bro
Wasalagtoa's FaTDrlts Stara.
Wash Fabrics.

Just as you enter the main entrance
you will see spread out before you an ex-
ceptional assortment of the spring dainti-
est wash fabrics. Among which are:
1Oe yd for solid vide solo ire p Rmy light s
and Navy Blue. Nile, Maize. Tan. Black
Lavender. Cardinal. ard Ecru: these
goods are actually worth 15c.
1910 yd for Swiss Muslin. the latest faht
RIGS: all up to date patterns; actual worth
1Sc yard.
121c yd for Imperial Dimiti les in nan an
exquisite designs of both foreign and
domestic patterns; these goods would
sell elsewhere at 1sc.
40c vd for Silk Madras. suitable for
~ " for dress and shirt waist. All
new and this seasons styles. actual worth
Doc.
ETC Nd for Dmities Is inches wide: all
% ~ new designs; first quality. col
ors as pretty as the more expensive cloth.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-10

Miss Mary Lillian Nuckles. of Martins
burg, w. Va, and Mr.. James NJ OCon-
nor. Of this city. were married on Easter
st. Aloysius Church. by the Rev Father
O'Connell. Only the immediate relatives
and small number of intimate friends
of the couple Were invited to the cere-
mony. Mr.. and Mrs. O'Connor, accom-
panied by the bridal party as far as Al *
andria. left on the steamer Newport News
for honeymoon trip South.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-10

The Greek letter fraternities of Column
bian University gave pan-fraternity
dance last night at Rauschers, which
brought together "A number of charming
people from the social and student world
The affair was given under the patronage
men. among whom We're Mrs. David Jayne
Hill. Mrs. John NJ Harlan, and Mrs. Ed
ward Nj. Gallaudet. The arrangements of
the evening were in charge of a commit
tee consisting Of Mr.. Thomas 5. Merrill.
for Kappa Alpha; Mr.. Bayard Wyman.
for Phi Sigma Kappa; Mr.. John n. Bal
linger, for Phi Delta Phi: Mr.. Richmond
b. kedington, for Sigma Chi: Mr.. NJ G.
Homer Eeis, for Theta Delta Chi.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-10
SOCIAL And PERSONAL
The President and Mrs. Mckinley
Entertain at Dinner.
4 Ten and Musicale mt ST. Matthew's
Church-A Dance by the Greek Let
ter Frnternities of Columbian Uni
versity Miss shoup's Wedding.

The President and Mrs Mckinley gave
an informal dinner at the White House
last night. The list of invited guests was
as follows:
Secretary Wilson and Miss Wilson. Gov
ernor Allen and Mrs. Allen. Major Gener-
al Corbin, Major General Young Captain
Howard Captain Smedburg, Miss Hitch
cock, Miss Phelps, and Miss Hanna.
The St. Louis Republic., 1901-10-27
DANDRUFF,


Dandruff has been one OF the ailments Of
the human being which has baffied physi-
clans Tor centuries. 1t is common among
all classes of people. Its effects are far
reaching in that it gradually brings on irri-
tation and an unhealthy condition of the
scalp, resulting in diseases peculiar to the
hair. eventually killing the roots of the hair
and producing badness.
The unpleasant features of It are also
manifold. Dandruff frequently falls In small
white particles from the hair, and making
the clothing look as though IT were dusteC
with flour.
Coke Dandruff Cure is claimed by the
makers. A. R Bremen Company Of Chicago
to produce the only guaranteed Dandrufl
Cure and sovereign remedy for all hair an6
scalp ailments. They say: Coke Dandrufi
Cure has been on the market for many
years; has ls been en-, used BY tnSusand. Of PEG
clans and prominent people In every walk OF
life: that Admiral George Dewey has writ.
ten the A. r. Bremen Company strong let
Coke Dandruff Cure. Many Of the theatri-
cal stars carry 1t with them and use it ex.
clusively for their hair and toilet uses
past. bu. as they are purely limitations 5" they a
have been short-lived. and the public under
stands more thoroughly to-day than ever
that Coke Dandruff Cure is the only abso.
Hair and Scalp Eczema. as 1t cures all dan
druff In the hair. produces a healthy scalp
strengthens the roots OF the hair. and the
The public of st. Louis will In a few DAYS
receive general Invitation to try the mer-
its Of Coke Danarun Cure free. as 5o;Oo(
druggists and win be given away to all who
call for same. Notice of this distribution
will be given in The Republic at a later
are determined to demonstrate to the peo-
pie Of St. Louis that dandruff and hair
troubles can be cured and that Coke Dan
druff Cure is tho only remedy that will per
form the work.
The St. Louis Republic., 1901-10-27
DEBUTANTEs OF THE SEASON.
Miss Anna Ewing Cockrell Will
BE Among the Number.

REPUBLIC SPECIAL
Washington. Oct. 2s-The winters debut
antes at the capital will include Miss Roose-
vet, Miss Anna Ewing Cockrell. second
daughter Of the Missouri Senator. who is
back from a years absence in Paris: Miss
Grace Bell. Miss Marie Fauntleroy Barnes.
Miss Julia Goldsborough. Miss Stanton.
Miss Mackay-Smit and Miss Bertha Hill.
Miss Roosevelt is already taking part in
social life at the White House, which
50 far is limited to Mrs. Roosevelt's meet
ings with her friends. which naturally have
to be arranged for stated date both for
her own and the general convenience. The
daily routine at the White House has more
activity about It than has been observed
there for many years: The comings and
goings of each member of the household
manifest the usual strenuous life Of the
young and healthy. to whom every day
some novelty is presented and enjoyed.
Mrs. Roosevelt's gentle dignity OF manner
has quite won the hearts Of her callers.
most of whom up to this time have been
acquaintance Of several years standing.
The St. Louis Republic., 1901-10-27
Received BY THE PRESIDENT.
Members of Scottish Rite Conven.
ton at the White House.

REPUBLIC SPECIAL.
Washington. Oct. 26.-The feature Of the
day for members of the Scottish Rite Con-
vention was their reception by President
Roosevelt at the White House. In accord
ance with the previously arranged pro-
gramme, the delegation, consisting Of about
fifty officers and members Of the order, as
sembled in the East room at l o'clock this
evening. After waiting a few minutes. the
delegation was notified that the President
would receive it's members in his Office on
the second floor.
Here Representative Richardson Of Ten
nessee, who is the grand commander of the
Supreme Council, introduced each member
of the delegation to President Roosevelt
who expressed a hearty word Of welcome.
Many Of the delegates are from the West
and the President seemed to delight in re-
calling his familiarity with the locations
mentioned as their homes.
The Presidents salutaton to- all was
II am delighted to see you, and Into these
words he put so much energy and meaning,
coupled with a most hearty grip and hand
shake, that the occasion was q most hap
py one,
The St. Louis Republic., 1901-10-27
BOYS CONFESS THE ROBBERY.
Police Discover Stolen Goods in
the Linneburg House.

Two saloons on Cass avenue were robbed
early yesterday morning. and Lee and Joe
Linneburg. aged IS and 10 years. respective
ly. whose home is at No. 122s Cass avenue
were arrested for the offenses.
At the place of Charles Seeker. at No. Sc
Cass avenue the cash register was tapped
but II contained only a few coppers. George
Aring's place. at No. 1929, was next visitec
and here the robbers were more successful
revolver and about so in money being
taken.
The thefts were discovered when the sa
looms were reQpened earlv in the morning
and the matter was reported at once te
the police. The Linneburg boys were unde:
suspicion and were arrested at their home
They were both in bed when the officer:
arrived and made an attempt to resist. hui
were overpowered. after a scuffle.
In the house a quantity of tobacco anc
whisky was found 9,,,,S which was identified a
and saloon at No. 1H9 North Ninth street
was robbed on the night A Of Of September 10
The boys confessed the ,e.t tnsfts .hts and war
larceny and burglary.
The St. Louis Republic., 1901-10-27
COURT WOULDN'T
GIVE HER DECREE.
Opposed to Marriages Where
There Is Disparity in Ages
Of Contracting Parties.

Judge John W. McElhinney Of the Clayton
Circuit Court yesterday declared in an opin-
ion that marriages where there was dis
parity of twenty years in the age OF the
contracting parties were unwise and should
not be approved.
The decision was rendered in the divorce
case of Lena Wachtel against Charles
wachtel. Mrs. Wachtel is twenty years her
husbands junior. and asked for severance
of her marital ties on a charge of indigni-
ties and nonsupport. In his opinion. the
Court admitted she had cause Of action
for divorce. but denied the decree.
Mr.. Wachtel ia a G. A. r. veteran. and
has for several years been too old to earn
a living. When he married Mrs. Wach;eI
they combined their capital and bought e
home in Selma Mr.. Wachtel feared that
he would lose his interest in 1t II the o.
vorce was granted.
The marriage in the frs. place. wss TN
wise the Court declared In his opinion, but
It would he unaind now to iurn Mr.. Wachtel
out In the cold when he was no longer able
to make his living. and the plea was ac-
cordingly dismissed.
The St. Louis Republic., 1901-10-27
DEATH CAUSED BY FRIGHT.
Mrs. Matte Walton Did Not Re-
cover Consciousness.

Mrs. Matte Walton. a negress, was
frightened to death at the home of her
daughter. Lizzie Grinder. at No. $50 Nor
gan street. yesterday morning.
About o'clock James Crawford a negro.
called at the house. but was denied ad-
mttance- He then began to hammer on
the door. trying TO break II down. Lizzie
Grinder opened the window and called for
the police. The excitement proved too much
for Mrs Walton. She fell In faint and
did not regain consciousness
The St. Louis Republic., 1901-10-27
NO REWARD, FOR HER WORK.
Miss Peper's Father Denies Re
port of Gift From Grandfather.

Christian PEPPER. Jr., father Of Miss Min
ME Dorothy Peper, the St. Louis actress.
whose engagement to Hale Hamilton. fell
low-member Of the James K. Hackett COM
about his daughter receiving the promise
OF a gift of 100000 from her grandfather
for her SUCCESS on the stage Is not true.
The story probably was started By an
thinks. The young actress. he says will get
no gift from anybody for her dramatic
work. and the only reward that she will
receive viii be that which she obtains by
reason Of her own efforts.