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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
THOUGHT HIM A WITCH.
Indians Practiced Horrible Atrocities
on Man Who Had Fits.

Dispatches from Skagway and Juneau
give brief details of horrible example OF
witchcraft and superstition In the Hoonah
Indian village, forty miles from Juneau.
Though quiet and peaceable, the Hoonah
Indians are very superstitious. and nearly
every year one of the members suffer yio-
lent death.
Several days ago the Indians took man
who was believed to be possessed of a devil
and made him the victim of frightful atroc-
tiles. His ears were cut off and his body
frightfully hacked in an unsuccessful effort
to drive out the demon.
The victim was troubled with eplleptic
fits, which continued. He was buried alive
in the earth and his scalp cut off. inch by
inch. Officers have hurried to the scene
from Juneau on a special steamer
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
OYSTER LAWS Violated.

The oyster Gull law of Maryland and VII,
ginia, which forbids the taking of oyster.
under a certain size, and prohibits dreds-
ing on closed grounds in Chesapeake bay
and its tributaries, is being vigorously en-
forced, and frequent arrests are made by
the oyster navy of the two states. Re-
Gently Capt. John w. Creighton of the
dredger Minnehaha: Zeb. B. White of the
Edith w. Scott; Goldsboro LarrimOre of
the Three Sisters, and Henry Todd Of the
Stephen Chase were taken by the officers
of the Maryland oyster steamer Thomas
before Justice Ashton in Dorchester county.
Md, and fines amounting to over $500 were
collected
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
EdmnOmstOm's l. l3S 49,. F. rs. Street;
Naval Orders.

Rear Admiral F. p. Gilmore, retired. has
been detached from duty as member of
the naval examining and retiring boards
and ordered home.
Lieut.. H. A. Stickney from the Norfolk
navy yard to the Texas.
Lieut.. w. C. Herbert from special duty
at Elizabeth. N j., to the Hancock.
Lieut. w. A. Moffett from the st. Mary's
10 the Maine.
Ensign w. T. Tarrant to the Mohican.
Ensign c. E. Courtney to the Hancock.
Ensign A. st. c. Smith to the Indian
Head proving grounds.
Ensign E. c. Kalbfus to the Cincinnati.
Medical Inspector J. r. Waggener from
the recruiting rendezvous. Boston. to Mare
Island navy yard
Surgeon j. W. Baker. retired. to the Bos-
ton rendezvous
Passed Assistant Surgeon J. NJ. Moore
from the Indiana to the Raleigh.
MidShipman G. c. Westervelt from the
Sylph to the Dolphin.
Warrant Machinist J. Wilson to the Han
cock.
Carpenter F. Johnson from the Chicago
to the Supply
Chaplain s. d. Boorom from the Column
bia to home.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
WIRELESS TELEGRAPHY.
Admiral bradford Reports What the
,rNayy Has Done.

Governmspt control of all wireless tel
egraph stations along the coasts of the
United States is recommended by Rear
Admiral Bfadfoid chief of the bureau Of
equipment, IN his annual report. Foreign
governments it ~ pointed out, are exercis-
ing careful supe.vision over the location
of wireless stations within their territory,
thus insuring prompt transmission of mes
sages at all times. Admiral Bradford says
1t Is proposed to establish telegraph sta
tions for the purpose Of instructing Off
GERS and men atsNewpert, New York. San
lions.
In order to ascertain the effect of heat.
which Is said to be injurious to the success
full working of wireless apparatus, sta
ton will also be established at Key West,
Fla.
Although naval powers are far in advance
OF the United States in the Installation OF
wireless telegraph appliances on board ma
val ships, Rear Admiral Bradford does not
think any ground has been lost by the
United States in pursuing conservative
policy in the adoption of some particular
system for use in the navy.
Four systems of wireless telegraphy have
been developed in Europe which seemed
promising. The bureau has purchased two
sets of each and certain appliances from
the makers which appeared promising.
In regard to the construction of the trans
Pacific cable, Rear Admiral Bradford re
ports that the Commercial Pacific Cable
Company, SO far as he is aware, has sig
nified no intention of following the govern
ment requirements for building a cable as
specified by the President
Referring to naval coal depots, Admiral
Bradford states thar owing to the lack OF
these the fleets narrowly escaped being left
without coal last summer as result of the
strike To overcome this danger it Is rec
commended that large stocks Of coal be car
r1ed at all times and placed at convenient
depots along the coasts.
1t is recommended that Port Royal, S. c.,
which is probably to be abandoned for use
as naval station, be the site of naval
coal depot.
Admiral Bradford suggests that a stor-
age capacity of 5000 tons should be Sc
cured at the Guam naval station, with ade-
qUate means for handling the coal rapidly,
as this port will undoubtedly become an i'm
portant port of call with the completion of
the ISthmian canal
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
High=Grade Shoes
For Women.

A correct and comfortable shoe is
a matter of Importance always. Our
Shoe Department presents moth
ing but what is correct and COM
fcrtable, and as near perfection as it
is possible to come, combining the
knowledge and technical skill of the
worlds best shoemaking art and
possessing grace and every other
quality that is wanted in shoe. Ev-
cry foot can be fitted, and especially
the 'hard-to-ht' women, of whom
we ask an inspection Of Our present
stock of shoes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
Policemen Incur Penalties.

The trial papers in the case Of Hugh Nc
Dermott. private In the police department.
charged with neglect of duty and conduct
unbecoming an officer, have reached the
Commissioners. The finding was guilty Of
neglect of duty. Major Sylvester has rec
commended to the Commissioners that the
man be deprived Of three days leave of alb
sence to which he would have otherwise
been entitled. in lieu Of financial penalty
and warned that a repetition of the offence
will result more seriously.
The papers in the case Of Private L. E.
Wright for neglect Of duty have also been
been forwarded to the Commissioners with
support of the charge Major Sylvester
recommends that the man be fined 80 and
warned that future negligence will result
by more serious penalty.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
Christmas Packages for Soldiers.

While no special provision has been made
by the War Department this year for han
ding Christmas packages intended for sol
diers of the United States serving In the
far east. yet all such packages properly ad-
dressed will be forwarded to the various
points to which they may be addressed so
as to be delivered during the holidays. It
has been decided not to send a special
Christmas ship. has been done in the
past. When the large army of volunteers
was in the Philippines one vessel carried no
less than 10000 packages to the archi-
pelago
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
VIII Of Henry Brock.

The will of Henry Brock, dated January
30. 1900. was filed this afternoon for pro-
bate. 1t Is provided that all of the property
Of the testator shall be converted into cash
and the proceeds be divided equally among
Sophie Brock Rakeman, Emma Brock
Wood. Elsie Brock, Henry Brock, jr.. Karl
Brock and Paul Brock, children of the tes-
tator, and Emma Bremen his sister-in-
law. The executors named are Sophie Brock
Rakeman, Karl Brock and Emma Bremen
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
Wants Order Enforced.

w. F. Rodrtck, secretary Of the board of
education. has asked the Commissioners to
enforce at once the order requiring John
Schlosser to vacate the abandoned school
building on the grounds of the present
Langdon school. 1t is said the man and
his wife have been occupying the house for
some time, with the permission OF the au-
thorities. Now it is alleged that Schlosser
recently made a personal attack on one of
the school teachers without cause The
Commissioners have approved the recon-
mendation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
Additional Policemen.

On Recommendation of Thomas Strahan,
superintendent Of the Benning race course
of the Washington Jockey Club, John e.
Harmon and Luke Sweeney have been APP
pointed additional privates of the police
force by the Commissioners. for duty in
and about the Benning track
Benjamin Bisseli and Thomas J. Markey
have been appointed additional privates for
duty in and about the grounds of the Ma
ticnal Soldiers'rH Home, of which Gen. George
D. Ruggles Is governor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
CHARGE DISMISSED.
The Prosecuting Witness Failed to APP
pear in Court,

James G. Watson was named as a de-
PENDANT in the Police Court Saturday on a
charge of disorderly conduct, and Judge
Bundy dismissed the case for want Of prose-
cution, as H. l. Sullivan. who caused the
Arrest Of Watson at a local hotel Friday
night, failed to appear in court. 1t Is said
that Mr.. Watson in company with friend
stopped IN the dining room of the hotel
mentioned Friday evening, after having at
tended the performance at one Of the thea
tiers, and after he had left the hotel and
was on the street Sullivan, who had been
in the dining room while Watson was there
came out with Morgan Bradford the house
detective, and caused the arrest Of Mr. Wat
son.
Mr.. Sullivan failed to appear in court as
he promised, and the matter was disposed of
by the charge being dismissed
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
reception use; size 80.

A pretty Black Dotted Brussels
Net Gown. high neck. made with
round bolero effect trimmed with
black taffeta applique, over a blouse
of fine net strapped with narrow
black satin ribbon; the cape collar,
which is of same material as the
blouse, is mounted with medallions of
silk, which also trim the stock; the
elbow sleeves, which are tucked at
the top, are finished with applique
and bows and loops of narrow rib
bon; the skirt, which, like the waist,
is mounted on black taffeta, has a
graduated flounce, tucked in inch
tucks at top and bottom, and is also
trimmed with silk medallions. For
theater or afternoon wear this gown
is especially pretty and appropriate;
size SO.
$500 Instead of $50. 90.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
Mr.. Townsend's Condition Improved.

Upon leaving the Townsend residence to-
day the physicians attending Mr.. Richard
Townsend stated that their patient was
somewhat improved, but was still in a pre-
carious condition. They announced that
Mr. Townsend had rested easily during the
night. and was progressing satisfactorily.
Mr.. Townsend, as has been stated in The
Star, Is suffering from conclusion Of the
BRAIN the result of being thrown from his
horse while out riding last Thursday after
noon
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
Mems EHigf1=Class CraVatS.

The ideas Mems Cavats all the latest Of the
foreign makers including Keiser Bara
thea shapes rich coong the ultra
elites quiet efes-bu strictly up date coec
ton fine neckwear for equg variety elegance and richness
that displayed by anything
heretofore assembled by
The values the best know of
Soc, 100, $780, $500, $3.50 and So 90 Each.
We showing complete of the
New Scotch Clan Plaid CraVats
in coog pad that absolutely liberal made
in the French Fourth Hand shape
Am Unusual Value at soc. Each.
window display "Ihe Gathering of the Clans"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
At $1,000 a Pair.

For this price We show a beautiful line Of
Hand-sewed Button Shoes, In Wei Kid,
with tips OF same Correct, comfortable
and up-to-date In every particular.
our Acme, Cushion Shoe at $500 is as
Its name implies the acme of solid com
fort. and was designed and made especially
for women with sensitive and tender feet
IL gives with every motion of the foot,
thereby acting as cushion and at the
same time supplying a certain amount of
ease and rest. enabling one to walk or stand
comfortably much longer than in an ordinary
shoe
We also show at this price elegant line
OF Street Shoes, lace and button, made on
the latest and most approved models. and
embracing all the style and merit of the
much higher-priced Shoes
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
Convicted and Fined.

John Stewart eolored. was convicted in
the Police Court To-Day on a charge Of dis
orderly conduct and will spend fifteen days
on the farmtin default of a fine of SIS, i'm
posed by Judge Rundy The court was In
formed that Stewart interrupted a funeral
procession on Connecticut avenue Saturday
by pushing cart betwEen two Carriages
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
Threatened the Cook,

William Smith, colored, will be detained
on the farm for the next six months unless
he can pay a fine of $50 which Judge Bundy
imposed on him in the Police Court this
morning for carrying revolver Smith,
according to the evidence of a policeman,
called at q house In the northwestern sec
threatened to lick the cook He was per
suaded to leave the kitchen without putting
his threat into execution, and was arrested
later by the officer.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
Lieutenants Assigned to Regiments.

The following named second lieutenants
recently appointed from civil life have been
assigned to regiments as follows:
Townsend Whelan, to the 18th Infantry:
Ralph w. Kfngman, to the 10Th Infantry:
Joseph F. Ware, to the 21st Infantry; Hugh
NJ. Kelly, to the Goth Infantry; Harry L.
Jordan. to the 21st Infantry.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
At $500 a Pair

For this price we showing an extensive
assortment Of styles for house, street and
carriage wear. made by Laird, Schober &
Co.. the famous Philadelphia Arm. which
firm Is conceded to have attained the high
est achievements in the art Of shoemaking
Every shoe Is inspected from start to finish,
and nothing but the best feathers and find
fngs are used. Hence the superiority and
elegance of their shoes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
esp. NJ
Corsets.

The "P. NJ" a Corset of domestic
manufacture, made in Paris shapes,
merits special mention. 1t is made
of the best materials; has cork-pro-
tected front steels, which serve as a
cushion for the steels to rest upon
and prevent the catching of under
wear in clasping the corset Clasps,
side steels and boning are absolutely
proof against rust. All P. N. Cor
Sets are fully guaranteed-and should
they prove unsatisfactory q new Icor-
set will be given. Pes from
SI.oo to $500.
Third floor. Eleventh Ut.
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$a.OO Each.

Our w. & L. Extra Size Unlaun-
dered Shirts--made from Utica
"Nonpareip' Cotton; 1000 linen
bosoms reinforced front. This shirt
is made particularly for large men !;
sizes from I51a to FL inches, and the
bodies are all properly proportioned.
The best shirt we know of at the
Drice
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
Prize Flag to Fire Company.

The Macfarland flag. given as a prize to
the District fire company sustaining the
best record the past year, will be present
ed to the winning organization tomorrow
afternoon, at the time the police flag Is to
be awarded. The men in both departments
are anxiously awaiting the event.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
Special value, $3.50 a pair.

We also wish to announce the ar
rival of our complete line of Mems
House Slippers. There is greater
variety this season than ever, and the
qualities and styles show great i'm
provement. Included are Bright
and Colored Dongola Opera Slip
pers, with neat trimming. Bright
and Colored Dongola Slippers, with
patent leather heel fox, channels lin
ing, hand-turn sole and broad toe ::
also with the London toe, in opera
and Brighton styles. Tan Alligator
Leather Slippers, with hand-turn
sole and chamois lining. Tan and
Bright Dongola Romeos, with kid
lining. Elegant Brown and Black
Seal Leather Opera Slippers, with
turn soles; also numerous Burnt
Leather effects, etc.
Third moor. Tenth st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
Bowling League Seasons Opens.

The opening game Of the District Anna
teur Bowling League will take place to-
night at o'clock at the club house of the
Takoma Club and Library. Takoma Park
The Business Mems Club from South
Washington will meet the Takoma club
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
Inspector Restored to Duty.

Commissioner General Sargent has re-
stored to duty John A. Wright. Immigrant
inspector at New York. recently suspended
by Commissioner Williams. MFR. Wright.
however. has been assigned to duty under
the collector OF customs ct Portland, Ne.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
Automobile
Robes.

Automobiles require robes which
shall be wind, water and oil proof,
also warm and OF effective appear
ance. All of these qualities have
been combined in our Auto Robes.
The face is of finest leather substi-
tute. bound and stitched in high-class
style; the Innings are of fine heavy
wool cloth, or astrakhan; colors
black, green or red.
$1,000 to $500 Each.
Also
Cloth Carriage Robes, plush lined
soft and warm.
$3.75 and 5000 and uD.
Second noor-Eieventh st.
Woodward e 4 nf&nrnr>
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
Sister the Beneficiary.

By the terms of the will of Mary Aud
dated November 8. 1883, and filed today for
probate her estate is left to her sister,
Susannah X. Aud, who is named eXecu-
trix.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
Ordered Before Retiring Board.

Lieut.. Col. Willis Wittich I'd Infantry.
has been ordered before an army retiring
board at New York city for examination to
determine his fitness for active duty.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
S1.OO Each.
zSc. Each.

NOTEThe above grades of Shirts especially for
All the little details essential to the fitting
been carefully looked aterand these
sbe to make them.
ore Frs!
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
AT $500 a Pair.

Our $500 Peerless Shoe for Women ia
the best shoe obtainable at the price. II is
the conception of our own ideas, and made
on models of our own selection. after years
thousands of pairs every year and they
give general satisfaction. Such Is the shoe
ON which we have stamped our name-our
guarantee.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
Mems Umlaundered Shirts.

very important of Mems Furnishings
growing daily owing the fact that understand the shirt business
shirts the
We call attention the following shirt which believe
possible the respective prices:
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10

Our w. & L. No. 3 Unlaundered
Shirts-made from Utica "Nonpa-
reil' Cotton; 1000 linen bosoms and
wristbands; reinforced front; hand
worked buttonholes and hand-hnish-
ed throughout; four different lengths
of sleeve-a perfect fitting shirt.
Sl.OO Each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
At 5000 a Pair.

Our lines of shoes at this price are ele-
CANT examples of beauty and real merit,
and nave no equal at the price, Made of
Patent Leather and Patent Kid with Louis
XIV heels.
Also handsome line Of Hand sewed PAT
ent Calf Shoes for the very fasttdfous but
made with the comfort side uppermost
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10
SOC. Each.

Our w. & L. No. 2 Unlaundered
Shirts-made from Utica "Nonpa-
reil' Cotton: 1900 linen bosoms and
wristbands; reinforced front; con-
tinuous facings; three different
sleeve lengths; sizes ID to I8-a
splendid fitting shirt.
Use. Each.
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CHE CdII -
made with
Note:

We are pleased to announce that we have Just
received q large shipment Of Women's Patent Ideal
Kid Shoes at $3.50 a pair. These are regular
stock shoes. but owing to their popularity
short, the makers being unable to supply the de-
mand We now have all sizes In stock
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10

Our w. & L. No. 1 Unlaundered
Shirts, made from Utica Cotton; 8
ply 1900 linen bosoms and wrist
bands; reinforced front and back
continuous facings; finished seams;
open back and open back and front;
long and short bosoms; several diff
ferent sleeve lengths sizes Ia to Is
and all graded according to size We
believe this to be absolutely the best
shirt made for
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10

An additional purchase Of these much
desired trimmings has Just reached us.
They have full heads and broad. hard
fIues; French curied and amazon style;
10 to Is inches long. For style and
value giving the showing is uRmatrh-
able. Worth So and 81 Special $i45
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-10

$500 Instead of $500.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1902-09-21
ATTORNEY GENERAL KNOX BACK.
WONT TALK ABOUT THE PANAMA CANAL
TITLE.

Attorney General Knox. who has been in Paris
examining the title of the Panama Canal, and
Judge Charles W. Russell who has been assist
ing him. returned on the steamer St Paul yes
terday. Neither of them would say anything
regarding the result Of the examination
II cannot talk about the matter, said Mr.
KNOX until 1 have made my report to the
President 1t would be most indicate OF me-
to say the least
Nj Knox was asked about the report that
ne was to he appointed a justice Of the supreme
Court Of the United States
Il don't know anything about It, he replied
81 was asked the same question when l went
away and / know nothing more than did
then.
Mr. Russell said that the title of the current
concession of the Colombian Government, which
extends from the year 1898 to 1904, was all
right but that the concession TO be substituted
after 1904 had not yet been affirmed
Nr Knox went at once TO the WALDORF
Astoria. and will go 10 Washington to-day.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1902-09-21
WOMAN DIVES FROM LINERS BOW.

MRS sPERIDoN COMMITS SUICIDE IN MID
OCEAN FROM DECK OF LA ToURAINE.
For some unknown cause, one of the saloon
passengers Of the French steamer La Touraine
which arrived here yesterday from Havre. a
woman whose name appears on the passenger
list as Mrs. A. Stapeling Speridon committed
suicide IN midocean by jumping overheard. She
left a letter in ner room in which she asked
that her mother in Washington. whom she
on her way to visit. be notified OF her death.
The officers of the ship declared that all they
knew of her that her maiden name was
Stapley and that her husband. who now lives
in Nice, formerly was in business in New York
It is believed that D. B. Speridon. who lives al
the LAFAYETTE revoort House, may be her
brother-in-law.