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The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11
OFFERS TO ALLURE BAKER
Rice's Lawyer Says He Was
Tempted by Patrick.
Both Sides Constructing "Hypothct-
ical Men, Whose Gases Are Ding
nosed by Medical Witnesses - The
Hearing Likely TO Close Todny.

NEW YORK, April 10.-Capt. James
A Baker. of Houston. Tex, who was
the Texas lawyer of William NJ. Rice
for the fifteen years preceding the old
mans death, was the principal witness
toda yin the Patrick examination be-
fore Justice Jerome.
He swore that when he came here
after the death of Nj. Rice, Patrick
tried to tempt him. first with the offer
10 make him executor of the Will OF
1900. then to withdraw himself as an ex-
ecutor. in order that the commission OF
the other two executors might be IN
creased. then 20 maxi him temporary
administrator of the estate. and then TO
make Baker attorney for him tPatriek)
when he should have come into the
property left under the will.
Patrick told Baker he expected to dis
tribute the money left to him TO differ
ent charities and to celebrate William
NJ. Rice throughout the world as phi
Ianthropist. In Mr.. Moore's cross-ex-
animation of Captain Baker. he asked IL
he had ever heard Of Mr. Rice making
any other will. The witness said he had
heard of other wills, but he knew moth
ing about them
He had a mania for will making,
didn't he?"
Il don't know, sir
Three more telephone girls from the
Tbirty-eighth Street central We're called
to identify the telephone slips proving
that Jones and Patrick conversed over
the telephone three times on September
%. when Rice was dying.
DR. Donlin. who performed the autop-
sy on Rice, testified that al the organs
were normal for q ran of his age, ex-
cept the lungs. which were congested.
There was nothing about the body to
suggest the cause of death. Mr.. os-
borne constructed a Hypothetical
man." who. DR.. Donlin said, died from
chloroform and mercury.
The defence constructed another ''hy-
potheticaI man." who. the doctor said,
died from heart disease and broncho
pneumonia.
Dr. Hamilton Williams, another coro-
ner's physician. said that personally he
thought the administration of chloro-
form to a sleeping person would wake
him. He admitted, however. that the
authorities now held to the contrary.
The court then adjourned until 10
o'clock tomorrow. when DR.. Wittkaus
will testify.
1t is understood the handwriting ex-
perts will also be examined. AS the de-
fence expects TO call no witnesses, the
case VIII probably close tomorrow.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11
HARTLEY WHEATLEY MISSING.
Relatives Resort to Police Circulars
tn IncnIc Him.

Samuel Hartley Wheatley. son of the
late District Commissioner Samuel Z.
Wheatley, has been missing from his
home, 1914 Thirtieth Street, Georgetown,
since the morning OF December 13 APP
parently all trace of him has been lost.
and ZOO circulars were sent out to va
rious cities and towns last night by the
police, asking information as TO his
whereabouts. Friends assign no cause
for the disappearance of the young man.
who was said by relative of the family
to be in New York City less than u month
ago.
Prior to yesterday family connections
of young Wheatley. together with host
OF friends. had made every effort to To-
cate him His protracted absence led TO
more or less enquiry, but members of
the family We're reticent. and little could
be learned of the matter AS time passed
and Wheatley did not return his family
became alarmed, and enquiries in all di-
rections were pressed, Friends it is said
even went outside the city to search for
Wheatiey, but met with no success. Fin
ally the family were compelled to ask
the aid of the police, and the suggestion
that circulars describing the young man
be sent out met with approval.
AS described in the circular Wheatley
is twenty-five years OF age, hre feet
eight inches in height. and weighs 1S5
pounds. He has fiorid complexion. light
brown hair. blue eyes. and full face. His
mouth is small his teeth regular. and he
has large hands. When last seen he wore
a black sack suit a four-in-hand tie.
black derby hat, and black shoes. Fifty
dollars reward is offered by relatives for
information concerning him.
Young Wheatley is widely known in
Georgetown. where he was born Several
years ago he entered into the real estate
busine ss. having an office at Eighth Street
and Rhode Island Avenue northwest. In
that venture he was successful for a
time. but other matters are believed to
have attracted his attention to consd-
cradle degree.
Wheatley has Il number of friends in
New York City. as has his family, and it
was at first thought he had gone there
on a visit. Later developments, however.
proved that he had not called on any ac
uuaintances there
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11
RECEPTION TO MRS. FAIRBANKS
Daughters of ibe American ReyoIu.
fion 10 Honor Her.

At largely-attended meeting of the
local chapters Of the National Society of
the Daughters of the American Revolu-
tion. held In the parIors of the Ebbitt
House last night. Mrs. Lockwood, Dis
trict Regent presiding, it was unanimous
l. decided To give a reception in honor of
the President General of the ID. A r.,
Mrs. Charles W. Fairbanks. at the Wash
ington Club. April q. The committee ap-
pointed to make the necessary arrange
ments includes Mrs. CroisSant. Chair
man: Miss Virginia Miller. Mrs. Gist, Mrs.
Guss- ana Miss Fauntleroy. The Commit
tee on Invitations Is composed of Miss
Desha, Mrs. Davis. and Mrs Roorne
Ia Was aisp unanimously decided TO DO
nate 20 the Columbian University a
scholarship for the best essay on Amer
Jean History"
The regent of the Dolly Madison Chan
ter reported that at its last meeting the
chapter voted 800 toward the securing of
n site for the continental hall This was
announced to be the first contribution for
me purpose OF securing permanent
home.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11
THE DECISION NOT CHANGED.
New YOrL's Transport Station VIII
Probably Go.

d. II. Ralston, Of Brooklyn, N Y, was
at the War Department yesterday in an
effort to have Secretary Root change his
plan to abolish the army transport sta
ton at New York and to turn over all the
business to. private steamship lines.
1t is understood that Mr.. Ralston's eff
forts were in vain. and that the pro-
gramme will not be changed.
Senator Hanna had n conference with
the Secretary of War yesterday morning
on the same subject. and II is claimed that
his influence was brought 10 bear in the
interest of the steamship lines
In speaking of the matter yesterday Mr..
Ralston said that bids for the transport
contract had been opened in New York
and if thcse are lower than the cost of the
Government service the contracts viii be
awarded.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11
THEIR FIRST ANNUAL BANQUET
knights of the Mnccnbee Entertain
Newly Enrolled Members.


About one hundred Knights of the Mac
cabee, members of Mount Vernon Tent.
No. T. assembled around banquet board
at Freund's last night, to celebrate the
remarkable growth of the order within
the past few. months. This camp has
gained sixty new members since January
1. and the banque. last night was in the
nature of reception to the new knights
by their comrades. Before partaking of
the feast an excellent musical programme
was rendered.
There were seven toasts on the pro-
gramme. all of which were responded To
in a happy manner. Commander w. G.
Worrell acted as toastmaster. and made
an address of welcome. Other speeches
were made by c. u. Judson. DR. j. Fl.
Junghaus, j. c. Foster. Edward +.
Latham. W.. Nick. Clayton. and c. 4.
Hartman. The affair was great success.
and the members of Mount Vernon Tent
intend to make 1t an annual event.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11
THE CHANGES SATISFACTORY.
Methodist Protestnnts Pleased With
Maryland Conference Assign nts.

The members of the Methodist Protest
ant Church of this city are fully satisfied
with the appointments made by the Mary
land Conference. which has just concluded
its labors at Easton, Md. Only one change
of Importance will be made in the puipits
OF the city, this being the substitution of
the Rev. j. NJ. Gill for the Rev. s J.
Smith at Central Church, corner of
Twelfth and NJ Streets northwest A
number of changes Were made among the
general officers of the conference. how
ever, in which Washingtonians are deeply
interested.
The Rev. w. ]. Neepier. who, becomes
president of the conference, was at one
time the pastor of one of the Methodist
Protestant churches of this city, and the
Rev. J. w. Trout, a vice president was
for a number Of years connected with the
North Caroline Avenue Church. and was
one Of the most popular ministers In the
city.
The Rev. J.. Il. Tagg. editor of the
Church organ. The Methodist Protest
ant" is also well known in this city Dr.
Tagg was a missionary for a number of
years, and was well known a lecturer
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11
VERDICT EXPECTED TODAY.
The Case of ListOn ID. BASS TO Go to
the Jury.

Argument in the trial Of Liston d. Bass.
charged with using the United States mail
for unlawful purposes. will be concluded
today, and the case submitted to the jury
this afternoon. Assistant District Attor-
ney Harry Bingham, who began the OPEN
ing argument for the Government Tues
day afternoon. closed yesterday morning.
He was followed by Creed NJ. Fulton and
Charles A. Douglass. for the defendant.
MIR. Douglass began his address to the
jury at / p. m, and had not concluded at
the hour of the adjournment of court
He will finish this morning
The closing argument for the Govern
ment will be made by Assistant Distri
Attorney Thomas c. Taylor, and after the
charge by Justice Barnard the case will
be submitted TO the jury. A verdict is ex-
pected late this afternoon
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11
A PREVENTIVE OF pNEUMoSt.

Owing to the prevalence of colds and grip,
there have been many cases Of pneumonia dur
ing the past few months IL has been OBJ
served. however. that the grip never results in
pneumonia when Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is
used. Among the tens Of thousands who used
that remedy during the prevalence OF grip in
the past ten years not one case has been re-
ported that did not recover which shows that
remedy to be certain preventive OF pneumonia
and unequaed a cure for colds and grip.
For sale by Henry Evans. wholesale and RETAIL
and all druggists
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11
DIED.

DUNSrER-on Tuesday, April Q. 1901, at
O'Clock a. M. at his late residenoc 6l2 G. Street
southwest, GEORGE f. DuNSrER, in his six
teth year
Funeral from Assemby's Presbyterian Church,
corner Fifth and l Streets northwest, at 8
O'Clock p. NJ Thursday. April IL. intcrment
private.
AsHFORD-on Wednesday, April 10. 1901.
ANNIE MARGARET. wife of L. Welsh Ashford.
Notice OF funeral latsT. el
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11
Heard Her Brother Was Murdered.

Sarah Grey, colored. of a jackson Alley
northeast, called on Inspector Boardman
yesterday and informed him that she
had been told that her brother. James
Fletcher. had been murdered at Leland,
Md, during the past week. An effort will
be made to ascertain il the report is true.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11
LEGAL NOTICES.

IN THE SUPREME CoIrRT nr THE DISTRICT
Or COLUMBIA. A. DION AND
DELLA DION Va c. SIDNEY FOSTER. No.
On motion Of the plaintfs. by AesrS. woH L
Rosenberg, their solicitors. it is ordered that
the defendant G. Sidney Foster, cause his ap-
pesrance 10 be entered herein on OF before the
first rule day occurring forty DAYS after this
day; otherwise the cause will be proceeded with
as in OF default
The object of this suit i TO sell the eq,,itabIs
interest in the real estate Of the defendant under
Judgment creditors bill fled herein
Provided copy of this order be published once
week for three successive weeks bef1ze said
rule day in the Washington Law Reporter and
The Washington Times
BY the court:
aseal) A. C. BRADLEY, Justice, etc.
True eopy-Test:
J. r. YOUNG Clerk etc
BIZ J. WILMER LATDiER. Assistant Clerk.
WOLF K ROSENBERG
Attorneys for Compartments
n THE SUPREME COURT OF THE DISTRICT
OF SoiSsiBIA. HOLDING A SPECIAL. TERlf
FOR ORPHANS COURT BUSNEss.-IN RE
ESTATE OF JAMES WEBB. DECEASED.
No. 1890. Administration Docket Z7
Application having been made to the Supreme
Court of the District of Columbia holding
special term for Orphans Court business for
probate OF the last will and testament of James
Webb. and for letters testafnentary on said es-
tate, by Mary +. Webb. it Is ordered this 10tE:
day of April 1901. that notice is hereby given {,
LIZZIE WEBB. and to all Others concerned Ia
appear in said court ON MONDAY. THE 18TH
DAY OF MAY, A. d. 1901. At O'CLOCK r. NJ
to show cause why such application should not be
granted. This notice shall be published in the
washington Law Reporter" and The Washington
Times u each Of three successive weeks be-
is-e the return day therein mentioned-the first
publication TO be not less than thirty days be-
fore said return day. -
By the court: CHAS. C. COLE Justice.
Attest: LOUIS A. DENT, Register OF Wills
LEON ToBRINER, Attorney for Applicant.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11
Got n Constant Hesdnehe.-T.,

chances to one TN, secret of your suffering is
that white mans burdcn.' catarrh Here's
sentence from one man's evidence for Dr. Agnew' $
Catarrhal Powder: "one application gave me
instant relief cleared the nasal passages. and
stopped the pain in my head" It's a quick,
safe, and sure treatment, and il never fails TO
cure Sold by T. S. Williams. Ninth and
Streets; Ed,npnds s Williams, Third street and
Pennsylyania Avenne.-&
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11

N1led March Il, 1sDl.-J- X. YOCNC.)
IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE DISTRICT
OF COLUMBIA. on THE - DAY OF
MARCH. A d. 190l.-ANNIE Z. KENNARD
vs.. GEORGE HOWARD KENNARD. Equity
No. 2170l. Docket 40.
On motion Of the plaintiff. by Mr. o. II. Bud
long her attorney. it is ordered that the de-
ftndznt George Howard keunard cause his ap-
pearance to be entered herein on or before the
first rule day occurring forty days after this
day: otherwise the will be proceeded with
rs in case of default.
The object of this suit is for divorce from the
bonds OF matrIBiony the ground of adultery
This order to be published in the Washington
Law Reporter and The Times once week for
three consecutive weeks prior to said date '''i
By the court:
(SeaL) A. c. BRADLEY Justice
True copy-Tests
JOHN p. YOUNG. Clerk
By r. J. MEIGs. JR., Assistant Clerk.
rnh3S-anI II
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11
SPECIAL NOTICES.

SPECIAL NoTTCE-A meeting OF the stockhold-
ers Of the Washington Safe Deposit Company
will be held APRIL 18TH. 1901. for election OF
tii- ectors. Polls open at IL m. close at
o'clock p. m. SAML. CROSS
Secretary and Treasurer.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11
1.-The
SM HEALTH OF WOMEN A&

rs all important daughter
health
brings of
woman is finer than that of
when the
tie wonder
laid It.
fhe majority which
lot the stress and they
NEIS SAFE
1fzed world
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11
Ta RniId the Milwaukee,

The Navy Department yesterday award
ed the contract for building the protected
cruiser Milwaukee to the Union Iron
Works, of san Francisco, at its bid of
s. S25 000
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11

II Is the rule of everybody to be served with
HGurich's Maerzen. Senate or Lager. The auali-
ties OF these beers exercise a dominating in
aucnce upon those who know a good beer
Phone West 81, Arlington Botting Co., for a case
oi Ueurieh's.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11
PROPOSALS.

Z S. ENGINEER OFFICE, 7s5 North Capitol ST..
Washington. D. c.. April 10 l9oi-sealed propo-
sails will be received here until NOON, NAY 0.
cast iron and steel cable racks porcelain inst,-
iator clamps, insulators, and accessories. for
electrical installation for new building for Gov
ernment Printing Office Information furnished on
application. JOHN STEPHEN SEwELL, Captain
Engineers.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11

FRIDAY-(c) At II 05 p. m. for ITALY, per s.
$ Hohenzolisrn. from New York. via Naples.
Mail must be directed Per s 5. .Hohenzollern."
le) AT 11:o5 p. IN. for EUROPE. per 5. 5.
servia. from New York. via Queenstown.
fc) At II :o5 p. m. for DENMARK direct, per
s. & Island from New York. Mail must be di-
rected per s. $. Island"
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11
KIDNEY
TROUBLE

mr's Swamp Root. the great kidney remedy.
At druggists in hity-cent and dollar sizes. sam
how TO find out II you have kidney trouble
Address DR.. Kilmer Co.. Binghamtop. N. T.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11
Funeral of Mrs. RayIiss.

Funeral services over the remains of
Mrs. Lillia Bayliss, eighty-seven years of
age. who died suddenly Tuesday. will be
held al the home of her son, Major w.
Bayiiss' l4l0 Ninth Street northwest. AT
y. m. tomorrow
10 PREVENT PNEUMoNIA AND GRIP
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11

sample WARMERS
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11

OFFICE PUBLIC BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS,
Washington. d. C.. april 10, 1eol.-sealed pro-
posals, in duplicate, will be received here until
9 P. NJ. MAY 10. 1901 for furnishing during
year ending June 50. 1902: Class 1. florists sup
plies; class 2. flower pots; class 3. paints, oils.
cultural implements. etc: class G. electric bat
tery supplies; class I. drain pipe and plumbers
supplies; class $. stationery; class o. manure; /;
class 10 sand and gravel; class H. soil; class L.
ice; class 13, lime cement, felt, etc; class II,
brick; class Is, sod; class Is, fuel; class II.
lumber and sash; class IS, use of teams. Separate
proposals for each class desired. Each envelope
should be endorsed to indicate class for which
enclosed proposal is made. Preference given to
articles of domestic manufacture. conditions OF
quality and price Qncirding In price of foreign
productions OF Manufacture the duty thereon) be-
ing equal. Right reserved to reject any and all pro-
posals-. lniornation can be obtained here THEO.
A BINGHAM. Colonel.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11

Annie f. Harper, ea5 State Street.
Jacksonville. III.
have found Warmers sais U,.re a won
derfri remedy for bsckaehe And numerous
pains women are afflicted with. 1t tones
the entire system and prevents colds.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11

The IiosnOId." Chicago. 1T.
For the past ten years ! have used no
medicine except Warmers Safe Cure. and
find that IL keeps me la good health. 1t
is remarkable life giver, and cheer
fully give it my hearty endorsement.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11
Virginia Townsend,

Oil schermerhorn St.. Brooklyn. n. Y.
Through the effects OF being thrown
from carriage in 1898 | was greatly
afflicted with female troubles. ! spent
i.esdreds Of dollars with doctors without
relief. but Warmers Safe Cure restored
my health in two months.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-04-11

% . deceptive disease
thoussnds have It and don't
know 1t. II you want quick
results you caa make ne
mistake by using DR.. Kill
The Forrest City times., 1901-06-28
Teachers Institute.

The Teachers Institute of St. Fran cis county was held at Crowley Ridge Institute June 2l, 1901.
 The meeting was called to order by the county examiner, Rev. ". H. Pas lay, and opened with song and a prayer.
 MT. Paslay talked for a few minutes on the importance of attending the institute and the lack Of interest mani- tested by the teachers of this county. It is within the power of the examiner to revoke the license of those who, without an accept able excuse, fail to attend these meetings.
 The names of twelve teachers were enrolled, so few being present the regu- lar program, prepared al the last meet ing, could not be followed.
 Shall we teach vertical writing ?'' subject not assigned to any one tthe name to have been suppliedl, was dis cussed informally by those present.
 FIoI. Matthls Delng the only one to whom a subject had been assigned for the morning session, talked en " Troubles in Teaching"
 The county examiner said he had not intended to hold the institute in Sep tember if this one had been better at. tended; but now it would be held some time in September, the date to be pub- lished later, and he thought some ac- ton would have to be taken if the teachers did not attend.
 In the afternoon MT. Paslay was called away and itwas decided to adopt the same program arranged at the last meeting Tor the meeting in September, the blanks in the program to be SUD- piled with names by MT. Paslay.
The Forrest City times., 1901-06-28
An Announcement With Requests.

It is my purpose. God wiling. tOSom- mence a series Of revival services 2. ihe Methodist church, Thursday night, 9aly f. to continue same ten days or moSe. lt Is universally agreed that such meeting Is greatly needed and that it may be a success under the Spirit and power Of God, make here three requests:
 l. l want every member et my church to agree 10 do one Of two things-ihoSe who can attend the meetings. to do so l; and those who cannot attend ts offer prayer al the hour of service, or as nearly thereto as possible. Every member can and should do at least this much.
 ?. ! furthermore kindly request of every christian or church member in the town not 10 give any private or public social entertainments during these meet ngs that would draw my people or others, from them but that yon also join us iD attending and playing for the meeting. E Q want also to ask our business men to close their places of business at 7:5O p. m., and thereby give themselves and clerks time to get supper and come to church by s,S0.
 These requests are al reasonable, and make them in the fear and love of my God and sincerely hope that all my breth- ren will comply with them in the same spirit. Everybody is ysrY cordially and urgently invited to attend these services.
 And why not come Why nes pray Can any person, old or young, in the church or out of it, assign any reason for not doing so, that hs or she will he willing to meet at the judgement?
 o may God lay it on every heart to think, to pray, to come Do not begin to say. " il is too hot. ; If we should listen to such excuses as these we never would have a meeting; for 1t is with many, too cold in winter, and too busy in spring and fall. Let the individual who begins to make excuses, y remember that it never gets too hot, nor too cold, nor too busy, for men to go on that long, returnless journey to another world. So it should never get too hot, nor too cold. nor too busy, to prepare for that journey.
 W. C. DAVIDSON. Pastor.
The Forrest City times., 1901-06-28
A New Enterprise.

J. J. Barron, W. R. Taylor. Jack Pfpkin and Dan Wylds have organized stock company for the purpose of running d telephone wire from this city to the Cut.0ff. All these gentle men do large business with Forrest City merchants. aud 1t seems that the enterp rise should receive substantial encouragement ct this end of the Ilne. The southern portion of the county is one of the most prolific and fertile sec- tions in the state and is populated by a thrifty and prosperous class of citizens who are qui ok to take advantage of the conveniences of this progressive age. X telephone line running through Franks township woul 1 be ''tapped' bya num- Der of citizens aud would prove a pay ing investment.
 No doubt the citizens of McDaniel would take advantage of this opportu- nifty to connect themselves with this city, and there are many others who could be mentioned. Let's have tue new line by all means. .