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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
MANUFACTURE OF CLOTHING.
Tendency Toward Doing Away With
the "Sweating" system.

bulletin was issued by the census office
yesterday giving statistics of the manu-
facture Of clothing-mens women's and
children's-in factories in the United States.
The report places the number of establish
ments in which such clothing is made at
4S.4oi, with a capital of 1884, 969, 634. The
value of products Is returned at 1864, 500, 80
There were jO6, 800 wage earners, who were
paid S1S6. 900, 5sS; $S3.943,7s7 was expended
for miscellaneous expenses, and $42}, 676 $50
for ma terials used.
The bulletin contains the following re-
garding the sweating" system:
1.-The sweating system is made possible
through the unlimited over supply of cheap
labor. created by the hordes of iliterate
persons who immigrate to this country, and
VINO on their arrival are not fit for any
work which requires 81 IL. Co ing here
without means of subsistence, they natural
ly drift into work which requires no previ-
Gus experience and no knowledge Of the
language. Formerly 1t required several
years to learn the trade, but under the
present system, when one person performs
on.y a very minute detail of the work the
clothing industry has become a haven of
refuge for these people as they are able to
learn It in a very short time Until the
manufacturers perceive that their interests
will be better served by having their work
done under their own supervision in facto-
rie: of their own the conditions under
which ready made clothing now is produced
will, probably, be little changed
"A trend toward better conditions has an
peared during the last few years Though
the largest part of the ready made clothing
is still made by contractors, the system Of
subcontracting has been in part abolished
and the contractors have been compelled to
furnish healthier work rooms for their
workers. Several large manufacturers have
begun making their clothing in their own
factories
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
GYPSY GIRL ACCUSED.
Alleged to Have Procured Money by
Trick

Because of complaint made yesterday by
Attorney Rutledge Wilson a gypsy girl
was escorted to police headquarters by De-
tectlve Peck to explain one of the So
called tricks of her trade. She was recos-
nized as member of the Michel family
who figured in the Willie Mccormick ca Sc
more than year ago. A few minutes after
the young woman reached Headquarters
her father and other members of the fam
lily called to protect her interests
According to the complaint made by the
attorney, Miss Michel called at his office
and asked him to put a piece of silver in
her hand. Her request was repeated twice
and when she had 10 cents In her hand she
closed on the coin and departed The wo-
mans statement was that she told the at
torney's fortune and produced the license
which had been granted her under the code
to show that she had violated no law
Captain Boardman suggested that the
members of the gypsy band might save
themselves considerable trouble by leaving
this jurisdiction. They agreed to adopt his
suggestion, and the. money they had paid
for licenses, about s25. was returned to
them Last night the band left the south
end of the Long bridge. where they had en-
camped. and started in the direction of
Baltimore.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
ALLEGED WORTHLESS CHECK.
Detective Weldon Makes Rapid Speed
In Pursuit of Lloyd Turner.

Some lively scorching was done in an auto
mobile yesterday by Detective Weldon, who
was making an effort to overtake Lloyd A
turner. The fleeing young man was want
ed on warrant which had been issued al
ieg1ng that he had passed a worthless check
Tor SLIGO on the United States Long Dis
lance Automobile Company at 18th street
ana pennsylvania avenue.
1t is said Turner hired several machines
from the manager of the companys bust
ness in order to become familiar with the
manner Of operating them and Wednesday
he concluded he would make a purchase. A
check on local bank for the amount stated
was given 1t is alleged, by Turner, and
vehicle was turned over to him He had
been out but short time before his auto
mobile broke down near Hyattsville and
a repalrer was sent out to put it in order
A second break occurred near Beltsville
and this was also repaired Turner then
returned to the city, so the detective was
Informed. He had friends with him and
had been enjoying the ride, and when last
seen he was In the vicinity of the Balti-
more and Ohio depot.
turner Is twenty-five years old and lives
near the Portland Detective Weldon re-
manned out nearly all night searching for
him, and returned without finding hin,
This morning he resumed the search.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
Marine Corps Orders,

Captain B. M. Bannon has been ordered
to take charge of detachment consisting
of Captains H. c. Bisset c. S. Gill G. q
Reid and H. I. Bearss and $50 enlisted men
recently arrived at SAN Francisco on tho
transport Fitzpatrick from Manila to New
York.
Second Lieutenant Thomas Holcomb ir
has been detached from the marine b.r-
racks. Annapolis, and ordered to WASHING
ton. D. c., to Join the rifle team detailed to
represent the Marine Corps In competition
for the Hilton trophy.
Lieutenant Colonel B. R. Russell Major
T. N Wood and Captain w. B. Lemlv have
been appointed members of an examining
board to meet at the marine barracks
Washington. Second Lieutenant r. G.
Dewey has been appointed recorder of the
board.
Captain s. D. Butler, from the marine
barracks, Washington, D. c., to command
the marine guard on the receiving ship
Minneapolis
First Lieutenant A. E. Harding, from the
marine barracks, Washington, d. G. to
the marine barracks, League Island.
Second Lieutenant H. D. South, from the
marine barracks Washington, D. c.. to the
marine barracks, Annapolis, Md.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
FREEDMEN's SOCIETY PRosPERs
Past Year Has Been Best in It's
History.

CINCINNATI. Ohio July 12.-The Freed
mems Aid and Southern Educational So
ciety has just closed what Is regarded as
one of the greatest years In it's history
The report Of the treasurer, made at The
annual meeting of the board here today.
shows the largest collections from the an
nual conferences since 1894, aggregating
sos. 1872. The debt has been reduced more
than $4,000 during the past year. and more
than $4,000 in cash collections on the an
nuity plan have been received to provide
for the debt during the past two years.
The report of Corresponding Secretaries
Mason and Thirkield show the schools of
the society to be in a Furnishing condition,
with largely increased attendance and re-
ceipts Five large school buildings have
been projected and practically completed
during the past year. Instead of having
the work of the society in the hands of two
committees during the interim of the board
meetings as has been the case heretofore,
the work will now be in the hands of an
executive committee consisting Of thirteen
members, follows:
J. M. Walden. r. S. Rust, Levy Gilbert,
G. r. johnson, John Pearson, w. F. Boyd,
A. ]. Mast, H. c. Jennings, D. w. Clark,
VIM Runyan. H. c. Weakley, ]. D. Walsh,
and r. H. Rust. This committee will soon
meet for organization, and will hereafter
hold monthly meetings to consider the work
and plans of the society.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
cHILDREN'sacoUNTRY HOME.
Place Where the Little Ones Get Fresh
~ Air

certain passengers on Chevy Chase cleo
trio car were attracted recently by a sign.
10 the Children's Country Home and i'm
puislveiy decided ito go, and see what the
nome might be like IA walk Of ten min
u,es TOOK them to- building perched on
hill in the midst Of forest trees; a pretty.
comfortable looking house, with porch in
front. Swings and hammocks were under
the trees, but there We're no children In
sight. "All gone padding was the answer
OF the sister in charge to the inquiry which
the visitors made with their first breath.
Inc VISITORS We're then shown over the
tories, with their neat, white linen covered
peas; the linen room with piles of clean.
cool-looking table linen; the spacious dining
.poil, with tables neatly set for supper, and
Peeped INTO the tidy kitchen, the sisters
dining and sitting rooms, and the chapel,
Where the children have morning and even
ing prayers, and Sunday service.
Chlldren are received at the home" the
visitors were informed, about forty-five in
SET lot stays of two weeks each, and
1ach SET Is given party during Its stay.
1riehos supply funds for picnics visits
to the Zoo.
When the "paddling'' ended and the chill
dren then In the home had all been washed
ana tldled up" the visitors watched them
go IN order into the dining room for sup
-. IhSie the youngsters sang grace ana
consumed liberal supply of buttered
bread, stewed fruit and milk. When the
meal ended they evoked very strange
SOUNDS from the piano, a musical wreck
with ABOUT six keys left which threaten
the musical ear of all the inmates. A
secondhand organ or melodeon to take
It's place would be greatly appreciated by
tne sisters. If a substitute should appear
tne present piano Is to be made cave"
and filled with sand
Inc most pressing needs of the home,
as manifested a. this visit. are for swings
nammocks. dining room chairs, spoons and
pay toys. Such gifts, 1t was stated,
would add greatly to the usefulness of
5ne nome and make the stay of the chill
oren there much more enjoyable They
can be sent to the sister In charge. Chill
arens Country Home, Grant and Broad
Branch roads. District of Columbia
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
WATER CLEAR EVERY DAY.
Col. Miller's Report on the Local Sup
ply for June

According to a report made to the War
Department by Colonel Miller, the engineer
officer in charge Of the local water supply
system, the water at the Washington city
reservoir effiuent was clear every day dur
ing the month of June. The consumption
and waste of water in this city during the
twenty-four hours ended at o'clock a m,
June %, amounted to 57,474, $50 gallons
Colonel Miller says he expects to complete
the work on the east shaft gate house and
begin work on the house over the west
shaft during the present month. The COM
pletion of the pumping plant a r ok Creek
shatt has been delayed by the breaking Of
a pump.
1t is proposed to advertise this month for
work and materials needed for the filtration
plant authorized at the recent session Of
Congress
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
Damages Placed at $4,000.

Suit at law to recover damages in the
sum Of 5000 was instituted today in the
Supreme Court of the District of Columbia
by William w. johnson against Cornelius
j. Cusack. 1t Is set forth that in October.
1900. the plaintiff agreed to buy from the
defendant twenty7threeI cows and one bull
for a certain price. Fhe PLAINTIFF asserts
that the defendant faithfully promised'
the former that the cows and bull then
were sound and in healthy condition
Mr. Johnson alleges that four of the cows
at the time of making the promise were
'.all to the great damage Of the PLAINTIFF. )
who is represented by Attorney Arthur
Peter. 81 ffEC
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
Death of Rowan W. Stevens.

Mr.. Rowan w. Stevens, a member Of q
distinguished naval family, died In this
city yesterday after a short Illness from
typhoid pneumonia, in the thrty-ffth wear
OF his age Mr.. Stevens was for wears
private secretary to the late Vice Admiral
Stephen B. Rowan. u. S. n, and after
that served on the Honduras commission
He was a graduate of Princeton University
he is survived by three brothers-Capt r
II stevens, stationed at Mare Island. Cant
Raymond Stevens, 23d Infantry, stationed
at the Plattsburg barracks and Major
Pierre c. Stevens, paymaster U. S. A.. sta
toned at Atlanta, Ga
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
Building Permits Issued.

Building permits were issued today as fol-
lows:
Home Savings Bank. siX-story and cellar
fireproof bank and apartment building,
639 Massachusetts avenue northwest; cost,
So, 900.
Decide & Nolan, three-story and cellar
brick office, 224 18th street southwest; cost,
$4,000.
r. c. Lewis, three-story and cellar brick
dwelling, 1856 18th street, Holmead Manor;
cost s.. 800.
Adam H. Croft, two brick dwellings q1o
and 81 Brandywine street, Brghtwood
Park: cost. $500.
c. j. Baker, frame dwelling. Emporis
street, Langdon Park; cost, 81. 800
Margaret NJ. Marsh brick addition and
repairs, 1446 Huntington place northwest;
cost $3.50
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
COL. NIX AVS DEATH
WAS TOPIC OF Conversation
HERE TODAY.
Friends Discussed His Relations With
Former Wife-Body to Ar
rive Tonight.

The body Of Col Nathaniel .Lckay will
arrive in Washington this evening and the
funeral will be held tomorrow. Indications
are that there Will be fight for the estate
that he leaves From New York today
comes the Information that Mrs. Jennie
Pope Mckay, OF Brooklyn. his second wife,
from whom he was divorced by the courts
OF Oklohoma territory, will insist upon rec
ognitlon.
Talked With Friends
From what could be ascertained today,
Col. Mckay had discussed his future at
fairs with friends. Among them. it is said
was A. w Fletcher. who al one time was
superintendent OF the folding room Of the
House Of Representatives. 1t is understood
that Col. Mckay had also talked about his
affairs with Mr.. William r Smith, super
tntendent of the Botanical gardens. Some
years ago they organized Burns Club in
Washington.
Colonel Mckay was well known in Wash
fngton- He was frequenter of many of
the public places and many of his friends
who were seen today spoke n the highest
terms OF him; yet no one could be induced
to discuss anything that would suggest the
possibility of d suit against his estate.
Everybody Knew Him.
From every quarter came words of com
mendation of Colonel Mckay. every one
speaking in the highest terms of him
Those who had been around the Capitol
mentioned him as a man who possessed ex-
traordirery talents and whose presence
was pleasurable 10 meet.
The widow of Col Mckay had not ar
rived in Washington at the time Of The
Stars going to press. 1t is understood
that she was very fond OF her husband
and that she was Frustrated by his death
There has been much talk and much Cos
sip regarding the death of Col Mckay
and this. 10 the widow, has caused much
perturbation.
Throughout Washington today the death
OF Col Mckay has been a topic of CONVEX
sation. Particularly in the downtown dis
trict, where he was a frequenter. his death
was discussed. The few rema! ming members
OF Congress in town spoke of him as a
friend They recalled the days that they
met him in Congress. and told stories many
OF them Of interest Of the time when he
was with them
Former Marriages Discussed.
The fact that Col Mckay had been mar
Fled three times brought about some dis
eussion- No one seemed inclined to take
up his latest marriage. His friends seemed
TO feel that for months he was paying his
attentions to his present wife. and some
OF them so far as could be understood, had
congratulated him upon his choice
In fact. letters Of congrat ulatIon had been
sent to him. and he had acknowledged the
same by letters replete with interest and
pleasure upon his new relations To one
Of his frie nds he had said that II was tbe
happiest time OF his life.
Friends of his in Washington resent tba,
former wife should have any chance In A
contest for portion of his estate The
say that he was very careful business
man and that he could not have done Other
than frame a will that should be in line
with his ideas
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
PROB ABLE SUICIDE
GARMENT FOUND IN THE PoTo-
MAC RIVER
Number of Letters Discovered in the
Pocket-Property of Will
liam Jones.

The police of the seventh precinct station
have in their possession a black summer
serge coat, which, together with its con-
tents, is thought to be the property of a
man who has committed suicide or was ac-
cidentally drowned. 1t was found yester-
day morning about 9:15 by George Gosnel
in the Potomac river, just east of 32d street,
about ten feet from shore
Thinking his find was the property of
dead man, Gosnel turned it over to Po-
liceman Thomas H. Walsh of the seventh
precinct, who happened along soon after
the garment had been dragged from the
water. The policeman went directly to the
station house and placed the coat In the
hands of Lieutenant John A. Swindells,
imparting at the same time the particulars
he had obtained from Gosnel.
Lieut. Swindells examined the coat, which
Is of a fair quality, and found number of
letters One of them is from the Washing
ton. Alexandria and Mount Vernon Rail-
way Company to William F. Jones. Media,
Pa" over which is written '531 Dolas
ST." in lead pencil. In the left-hand bot
tom corner is typewriter "Idlewild" The
letter reads:
WASHINGTON, June TO- 1902.
wv. F. Jones, Media, Pa:
Dear Sir: Yours of the 9th instant re-
ceived. In reply would like to know when
you can send in your pass.
Respectfully.
u. CALVIN. Superintendent"
On the back of the sheet of paper, at the
top, is written in lead pencil:
Mr.. Alfred will you please let me have
dollars, il you can spair it, 1 asst your
mother for three, but l would like to hav."
The remainder of the sentence was illegible.
Further down the sheet, in the middle,
is also written: My Friend l do not Still
further down appears, 80 McKirll. foundry
Meduel Media, Pa, 511 lumbert st; Holmes
Brothers, Shelter Point, Pa; Mr.. James
Casham. New Plant, Cambridge, Philadel-
phia, Pa.
Other Papers Found.
Other papers were found, among which
were two letters. They were not in envel
opes and began My Dear Father" and
was signed, ''yo dear sumo, Leonard S.
Jones'" One of the letters asked for money
to buy clothes, while the body of the ether
was illegible.
Lieut. Swindels Immediately assigned Po-
liceman Walsh to investigate the matter.
The officer worked all yesterday afternoon
and last evening.
He reported to his superiors late last
night that he lad visited the Washington,
Alexandria and Mount Vernon Railway
Company where he was informed that
William F. Jones was colored and was en-
ployed by that company until May 10. 1902,
when he was discharged: that he went to
Philadelphia, but returned to this city later,
and that he was employed in the construc
ton of the new Long bridge last month.
The policeman also learned that Jones was
seen in Alexandria, Va, Monday or Tues
day of the present week.
Jones a Colored Man.
The description furnished the authorities
is that Jones Is a middie-aged man, feet
6 or I inches tall, with a white mark in
hair on the right side of head. 1t was
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
Washington as Headquarters.

Al the yesterday afternoon session OF the
annual convention OF the Boilermakers and
Iron Shipbuilders OF America which is he
Ing held In Baltimore Md. it was decided
TO remove the national headquarters of that
organization from Kansas City. Mo. TO this
city. II Is said this action was taken for
the reason that the men in the trade are
gradually drifting more and more 10 the
Atlantic seacoast TO secure positions in the
big shlpy ards. Washington was also looked
upon by the convention as a most desIrahle
place for headquarters for the reason thai
the American Federation of Labor has its
principal office here
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
NEW GAS MAIN.
Connection to Be Made Tomorrow at
18th and s Streets.

The Washington Gas Light C..npany is
ready to make the connections az 18th
and streets with a new main, and the
work Will be done tomorrow morning. In
consequence the pressure of gas In the
street mains will be greatly reduced be-
tween the hours of and IL o'clock to-
morrow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12

stated this afternoon by the Pennsy lvania
railroad officials that no person 10y the
name of William +. Jones was employed
by that company in the construction of the
new Long bridge.
Lieut.. Swindels stated to a Star reporter
this morning that he thought ther. was a
possibility OF the man having been drown
ed, but that ii Was more likely that the
coat had been dropped or was blown over
board. He sand that he had heard nothing
of any person being drowned.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
SECRETARY ROOTS GUESTS.
Dinner Given at the Country Club Last
Evening

Inc Secretary of War gave a dinner last
evening at the Country Club, at which the
guests were as follows: Secretary Hay,
Secretary Moody, Justice McKenna and
Miss McKenna. Senator and Mrs. Foraker,
MISS Foraker, Admiral Dewey, Gen. and
mrs Corbln. Mr.. and Mrs. Dalzell, Admiral
and Mrs. Taylor. Gen. Young Gen. Wood,
Gen. Bliss, Gen. Crozer, Admiral Kenney
Col. Randolph, Major and Mrs Dunn and
Mr.. Charles c. Glover.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
Death of Former Washineton;an.

John Taylor, an old resident of this city,
died the 9Th instant at the home of his
daughter, Mrs. Annie Taylor Hayes, Shaw
avenue, Newark, ". ]. He was a promi-
nent and leading marble stone cutter. and
worked at the Capitol for a number of
years. He was also connected with the
Metropolitan Presbyterian Church, 4th and
streets southeast. Two daughters sur
vive him. His remains will be buried in
New York
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
No Money to Buy Ice.

Upon appeal from the Washington navy
yard Judge Advocate General Lemly OF the
navy has given an opinion that there is no
fund available for the purchase of Ice for
water for the laborers employed In the
yard. This opinion applies to all navy
~ ards in the United States.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
Estate Left to GRANDDAUGHTER

By the terms of the will of Doris Grupe
dated December s. 1850, and filed today. her
entire estate is left to her granddaughter.
Virginia grippe. subject to the payment to
Albert Grupe. son Of the testatrfx, SI.Uu
within year and $50 each to the brothers
ard sisters of the beneficiary as they be-
come Of age.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
Fined for Throwing Stones.

Luther Johnson, colored. was arrested on
Water street last night while engaging in
a stone battle with another man: the latter,
however, managed to elude the police
Johnson was before Judge Scott this morn
ing and as a result of his visit to court he
was assessed $25 for throwing stones. In
default he will spend three months on the
farm
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
Maj. Lusk Ordered to West Point

Major James l.. Luck, corps Of engineers.
on duty at the War Department, has been
ordered to temporary duty at West Point.
in conn. elton with the Improvement OF
the water supply at the Military Academy.
for which an appropriation was made in
the Military Academy appropriation bill.
Major Lusk was formerly connected with
the District government, and Is an ex-
pert on the subject of systems of water
supply.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
Engineers to Meet at Vicksbure.

Col. Mackenzie, acting chief of engineers
has appointed board of engineer officers,
consisting of Col. Amos Stickney, Major
]. H. Willard and Capt. C. L. Potter. 70
meet at Vicksburg. Miss, to consider pro-
jects for the Improvement of the harbor
OF Vicksburg and the mouth of the Yazoo
river
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
Assignment of Army Surgeons.

Army surgeons have been assigned TO
stations as follows:
First Lieutenant Nelson Gapen. at Fort
Ayer, Va: First Lieutenant VIII LEROY
Pyles. at Plattsburg barracks " Y; FIRST
Lieutenant William Mitchell Smart, at Fort
Monroe Va.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-12
Boilermakers' Strike OF.

CHICAGO. July 12.-The strike of the 500
boiiermakers on the entire Chicago and
Northwestern railroad system, which began
July 1, has been settled. The men get half
the advance asked for.
Under the agreement the other employees
of the boiler shops win receive the sams
average rate OF increase. Time and half
will be paid for Sundays. holidays and night
work.