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The Washington times., 1902-03-26
FAMILY OF EIGHT
EVICTBD FROM HOME
Mother and Six Children Sent
10 House of Detention.
Father Held on Charge of Intoxication-
Sad Predicamcnt Of F. H. Vests
Household.

With husband and father in a cell, their
goods set on the street by deputy mar
shals and in destitute condition. the
family of Frederick II. West, consisting
OF the mother and six young children,
were sent 10 the House of Detention last
night. West was held at No. 4 station
charged with intoxication. The police say
he was evicted from his former home, 1900
Maryland Avenue southwest, late yester-
day afternoon for non payment OF rent.
The eldest child is but ten years OF age.
The mother is not strong, and she was
unable to provide quarters for herself or
her children last night. Neighbors have
assisted the family for some time.
Rent Was Past Due.
The rent of their little home was due
OIL March 10. and it had not been paid
when the marshals visited the house yes
terday. The owner of the house had pre-
viously taken legal steps, and had notice
served on the family some days ago.
West is a metal sign engrayer.
Major Sylvester. upon being informed of
the case last night, stated that the police
would guard the goods of TIE family
over night The Superintendent has Of
fered to pay for the moving OF the fur-
riture and other articles this morning II
West or his wife can find new home
The Washington times., 1902-03-26
THE NEW WOMAN.
Made Over by Quitting Coffee.

Coffee probably wrecks a greater per-
centage of Southerners than Northern
people, for Southerners use ii more freely.
The work it does is distressing enough
in some instances; as an illustration, Miss
Sue w Fairall, 517 North Fourth Street.
Richmond, Va. writes: Il was coffee
drinker for years and for about six years
my health was completely shattered. I
suffered fearfully with headaches and
nervousness, also palpitation of the heart
and loss of appetite
My sight gradually began to fail and
finally l lest the sight OF one eye alto
gether. The eye was operated upon and
the sight partially restored, then l be-
came totally blind in the other eye.
My doctor used to urge me to give up
coffee but | was willful and continued to
drink it until finally in a last case of Sc
we're illness the doctor insisted that |
must give up the coffee. so began using
the Postum Food Coffee. and in a month
| felt like Il new creature.
Il steadily gained in health and
strength. About a month ago | began
using Grape Nuts Breakfast Food and the
effect has been wonderful. | really feel
like a rev woman and have gained about
twenty-five pounds.
Il am quite an elderly lady and before
using ostum and Grape-Nuts | could
not walk square without exceeding IA
tigue, now ! walk ten or twelve without
feeling 1t. Formerly in reading | could
remember but little, but now my memory
holds fast what | read.
Several friends who have seen the re-
markable effects of Postum and Grape
Nuts on me have urged that | give the
facts to the public for the sake of SUI
fering humanity, so, although | dislike
publicity, you can publish this letter and
my name If you like"
The Washington times., 1902-03-26
CUBAN CONCESSION TO PASS.
Practically Certain That House Bill Will
Be Favorably Acted Upon.

Messrs. Payne. Dalzell, and Long. mem
bers of the Ways and Means Committee
were at the White House yesterday by
invitation Of the President. who talked to
them about the various propositions sub
mitted by the beet sugar men regarding
concessions to Cuba
They told the President plainly that the
proposition to remove the differential
could not be entertained for moment.
1t has been formally abandoned as i'm
practicable. 81
1t is practically certain now that the
House bill will pass, and also that 1t Will
be brought to vote in the Senate, where
the form Of the bill will be changed. max
ing it straght-out proposition for tariff
concessions without going through the
form of authorizing the President to no
gotiate treaty and eliminating the pro-
visions with regard to Cuba's enforcement
of the immigration laws.
1t is practically certain also that the
Senate will increase the amount Of the
proposed reduction probably to 80 1-3 per
cent. and also amend the bill by extend
ing for at least a year the date tDecem-
Der IL, 1909, when the proposed reduc-
ton shall cease
The most influential Republicans in the
Senate and in the Cabinet believe that 2C
per cent would not be a sufficient rcdrc-
tion to do the Cubsns any good, and they
are upheld in this by General Wood
President-elect Palma, and all other
having & knowledge OF The situation In
Cuba.
The Washington times., 1902-03-26

Colonel Haskins is assigned to the
command of the sea coast batteries re-
naming in Cuba, and will repair to Ha-
vana as soon as possible after the receipt
Of this order. reaching there not later
than the Goth of April
Troops remaining in Cuba to be pro-
vided with three months ratiops and
stores for sales. with the necessary
amount of commissary property.
"All vouchers and accounts in the office
of the Auditor and elsewhere relating to
the receipt and disbursement of the mon
eys during the occupation OF the Island of
Cuba by the United States to remain in
the control and available for the use of
the War Department.
Access to Papers.
THE department commander will give
such instruction as in his judgment may
be necessary to allow the new Govern
mert 10 have access TO these papers in
the conduct of business subsequent to
the Goth of May. The department COM
mander will also appoint an agent. with
such assistance from mis- clerical force as
may be required, to take possession OF
these papers and retain them in such
place in the Island of Cuba as may be
agreed upon by him and the new Govern
ment until they can be removed 20 the
United States without detriment 10 the
current business of the Government of
Cuba.
ION the final removal OF these records
the agent designated and his clerical as
sistants will repair with the records TO
the city OF Washington for file and dis
position, may be then ordered by the
Secretary of War"
The Washington times., 1902-03-26

Cay in the case Of William Weber, John
Haddow and others, organizers Of the
United Mine Workers, who were tried last
week for contempt of court IN interfering
with the receivers of the Virginia Iron,
Coal and Coke Company in their operation
of the Inman coal mines in Wise County.
and also for their disregard of an injunc-
tion restraining them from interfering
with the operatives.
> Judge Mcdowell found the defendants
guilty and sentenced Weber and Haddow
each to six months in Jail and the others
TO terms OF from one to two months.
Judge Mcdowell held that the methods of
the organizers in endeavoring to force OPP
eratives into the union by threats and in
limitation were clearly Illegal and that
the defendants were guilty of conspir-
acy.
Weber and Haddow say that their con-
viction will result in strengthening the
cause of the mine workers.
The Washington times., 1902-03-26
MAIL SIGNS TAKEN DOWN.
Use of Cars of New Orleans Line Declared
ILLEGAL.

NEW ORLEANS, March 25.-In antici-
patton Of the street car strike which has
been threatened here for several days, a
number of the street cars appeared yes
terday ornamented with the signs ~. S.
Mail" This was done under the recent
action of Postmaster Baldwin, declaring
the street cars mail lines between the
main postoffice and the substatons.
The Central Trades and Labor Council
telegraphed to Postmaster General Payne
to know If these signs should be carried
by the street cars. Mr.. Payne replied
that the law was specific; that no car
could carry the sign United States Mall
which did not actually bear mail pouches.
and that then only a temporary sign
should be placed on the car.
He said that fine Of $3.50 is the penal
ty for violations of the law. and added
that the United States district attorney
at New Orleans had been instructed to
investigate.
The signs were taken off the cars today.
The street car companies having refused
the demands of their employees, the latter
will meet Wednesday night in mass meet
ing to vote on the question of strike or
no strike.
The Washington times., 1902-03-26
HBZEKIAH COATES TO
BB TRIED FOR MURDER
Alleged to Have Shot Victim
While Hunting Ghosts.
Defendant a Colored Lad Only Twelve
Years Of Age-Entered Plea CT "Not
Guilty" When Arraigned.

Hezekiah Coates, colored, will be placed
the murder of Carrie Corbin on December
last in Anacostia. The accused is only
twelve years of age, while his victim was
but eight years old.
The story Of the tragedy as told at the
time is that Coates left his home about
dusk on the day mentioned for the avowed
purpose of hunting ghosts He was
armed with a double barreled shotgun,
which was loaded with birdshot.
He had not gene far from his home, it
is said, when he saw Carrie Corbin ap-
preaching him He shouted to the girl
TO halt. and as she did not obey. he fired.
The girl died almost Immediately.
Entered Plea of "Not Guilty"
Young Coates was arrested the follow
ing day. He said the shooting was acct
dental When arraigned before Justice
Anderson in Criminal Court No. 1, a few
days ago, he appeared perfectly calm and
possessed. and when called upon to
plead. answered in 4 clear. firm voice,
Not guilty"
The boy informed the court that he was
without counsel, and did not have money
with which to employ an attorney. JUS
tice Anderson informed him that he would
Strasburger and Damman.
1t is expected that the trial will be
concluded Saturday morning.
The Washington times., 1902-03-26
J. l. CRUPPER TO Be
POSTMASTER AGAIN
President Decides to Reap
point Him at Alexandra.
Lawrence Washington, Grand-Nephew of
the ulustrious George, Considered for
the Place on Sentimental Grounds.

President Roosevelt has decided that
Joseph L. Crupper, postmaster OF Alexan-
dria, Va, deserves another term, al
though Lawrence Washington. descen-
dant of brother of the illustrious George
Washington, has been candidate for the
place.
When Mr. Washington was suggested
for the position the President was much
caught with the sentimentality Of such
an appointment, and Mr. Washington
chances were frst-class until the leaders
Of the Republican organization in Viz
glnia pointed out the fact that he was a
Bryan Democrat, and that Mr.. Crupper
was loyal supporter Of the Republican
party.
Further investigator revealed the fact
that Mr.. Washington ALREADY holds po-
sition in the Library of Congress, as does
Dne OF the members of his family. 1t ap-
peared that they were being very well
rared for ly the Republican Admiristra-
tion. and 1t was decided thar Crupper
would be retained.
The Washington times., 1902-03-26
MORE ROADS ENJ0lNED.
Orders Filed in Kansas City, Railways
Counsel Consenting.

KANSAS CITY. March 25.-A temporary
injunction restraining the Kansas City
and Chicago and Kansas City and ST.
Louis Railroads from manipulating
freight rates as complained of in the pc
tition of the Interstate Commerce Com
mission was granted by Judge Phillips
in the Federal Court here today. The
order is returnable June %, and is identi-
cal with that issued by Judge Grosscup
in Chicago yesterday except in the names
of the railroads cited as defendants.
While counsel for the railroads offered
no objections to temporary writ they
asked a stipulation by which they waive
none of their rights to file a motion or
take other action to dissolve the injunc-
tion when the time comes TO argue the
case more fully.
The import of this is that the railroads
will resist an order making the injunc-
ton permanent, If after an investigation
there is found to be weak spot in the
Interstate Commerce act on this point. or
if they believe that the power of the
Federal Court to hold the railroads to
their published rate schedule is limited.
The Washington times., 1902-03-26
WEDDING PLANNED
FOR CAPITOL DOME!
Loving Hearts to Be United
High Above Legislators.
UNIQUE CEREMONY ARRANGED
Senior Pairo, of Cuba, and Miss McCon--
chic, Canadian Lass, to Enter Life's
Journey Together Under Romantic Cir
cumstances at Noon Today.

Cupid expects to fly high today and
perch upon the dome of the Capitol,
where two lovers have arranged to have
their wedding occur. 374 feet above the
level of the street below. Unless a musty
and obsolete old statute, dead letter
upon the law books, is brought out to
prevent the ceremony, Senior Andres
Diasy Pairo, of Cuba, and Miss Catharine
McConchie will be married at high noon
today in the peak of the Capitol dome,
lust beneath the Statue of Liberty, and
high above the heads of busy statesmen
below. The license has been obtained,
the justice of the peace has been engaged
and yesterday permission for the eere-
mony was obtained from the Sergeant at
Arms OF the Senate.
Two days ago Miss McConchie came to
Washington with party of excursion
lists from her home in the Kings realm
beyond the St. Lawrence. By arrange
ment she met here her Cuban sweetheart,
whom she had known for two years or
more. ard had waited a suitable oppor-
tunity to become his cherished bride. To-
sether during the past two days they
have roamed about the Capital enjoying
the glorious sunshine, the balmy atmos-
phere and the beautiful sights, but most
of all enjoying the company of each
other Together they climbed the long
sinuous steps which lead to the dome OF
tie Capitol. While there, looking down
upon the broad Avenue which stretches
away to the Treasury and beyond, the
gallant Cuban lover proposed to the beau
tiful Canadian girl that there upon that
step so high above the maddening throng
and the dusty street below they should
be wed.
The Idea Romantic.
The idea was so novel, the thing so
romantic that the young woman imme-
diately accepted the proposition. Then.
together, they tripped down the long
winding stairs. and HE'D themselves to the
courthouse, where they procured the nee
essary license; thence they betook them
selves to the Office of Justice Bundy and
engaged his services to tie the nuptial
knot. But Judge Bundy is careful man
and before he would undertake. the con-
tract VI uniting the lovers at such
place as they proposed he went to the
Capitol and consulted the Sergeant-at-
Arms of the Senate. who said that he saw
no objection. After Judge Bundy lett,
however, it was discovered that there Is
law prohibiting the holding of any cere-
monies at the Capitol other than those
authorized By Congress. 1t, is hardly pos
sible. however. that this statute will be
made to operate against marriage cere-
mony under the conditions.
At any rate. there is nothing to prevent
the couple from going to the dome, and
nothing to prevent Judge Bundy from ut
tering the few words which will make
them man and wife.
The arrangements have all been made.
and the couple, accompanied by the JUS
tice OF the peace, will repair to the dome
today, and unless prevented fronl con-
Quoting the ceremony by the police. ii
will take place as planned.
The Washington times., 1902-03-26
THE EVACUATION OF ISLAND OF CUBA
SCHEDULED TO TAKE PLACE MAY 20

and the securities for deposits. trans
ferred to the new government. The con-
sent of the owner OF the securities for
deposits or the transfer thereof you will,
OF course, obtain.
THE vouchers and accounts in the OIL
flee of the auditor and elsewhere, relat-
ing to the receipt and disbursement OF
moneys during the government of oceu-
PATTON must necessarily remain within
the control and available for the use CT
this department. Access to these pa
pers will. however. undoubtedly be i'm
portant to the ofiio ers OF the new Gov
eminent in the conduct Of their business
subsequent to the Goth Of May.
You will accordingly appoint an agent
to take possession of these papers, ana
retain them at such place In the Island
of Cuba as may be agreed upon with the
new Government. until they car be re-
moved to the United States without detri-
nent to the current business Of the new
Government.
Il desire to communicate the contents
of this letter to Mr.. Palma, the Presi-
dent-elect and ascertain whether the
course above described accords with his
views and wishes"
Order Withdrawing Troops.
The official order withdrawing the
troops from Cuba was promulgated yes
terday afternoon by Secretary Root. The
order says in part:
by direction of the President the De-
partment of Cuba will be discontinued on
and after the Goth OF May next.
by direction of the Secretary OF war
all troops except the seacoast batteries
will be withdrawn by that date. All oifl-
GERS. both staff and line, except those on
hot relieved
on or before the date herein named.
These officers not relieved by the 10Th Of
Nav will accompany Brigadier General
Wood and his departure, reporting TO the
Adjutant General for the further orders
OF the Secretary OF War.
The Retiring Troops.
1.-THE troops retiring from Cuba VIII
take station as follows:
Second Cavalry. First Squadron, and
Troops | and X, from Cuba to Fort Ethan
Allen, Vt; Troops and ii, from Fort
Ethan Allen, Vt, TO Fort Myer, Va, all
in the Department of the East.
Troops l. and NJ, from Cuba to Fort
sheridan. III. Third Battalion, Twentieth
Infantry, from Fort Sheridan, ILL.,, TO CO.
lumbus Barracks, Ohio, all in the Depart
ment of the Lakes.
Seventh Cavalry, headquarters, band,
and twelve troops, from Cuba to ChicAa-
manga Park. Ga, Department of the East,
there to go into camp.
Eighth Cavalry, Department OF the
Missouri; headquarters, band and second
squadron from Cuba to jefferson Bar
racks, Mo. Companies and d, first bat
! talon engineers. from Jefferson Barracks,
| Mo, to Fort Leavcnworth, Kan; there 90
! into camp temporarily, if necessary, until
barracks now nearing completion can be
! made available.
Tenth Cavalry, Department Of the Mis-
souri,; headquarters. band and first and
third squadrons from Cuba TO Fort Rob
inscn. Neb. Troops b and ID. Thirteenth
Cavalry, from Fort Robinson, Neb., 10
Fort Meade. s. ID.
Third Field Battery. Department OF
the East. Company c. signal Corps, from
Cuba TO Fort Myer, Va.
THE sea coast batteries remaining in
Cuba will constitute a part of the COM
mand Of the Department OF the East.
The Washington times., 1902-03-26
MOLDERs GO ON STRIKE.
Trouble at Manchester Shop of American
Locomotive Works.

MANCHESTER, N H., March 25.-The
situation at the local shop of the Nmeri-
can Locomotive Works does not improve
and work at the foundry is entirely sus-
pended by the absence of the striking
molders.
When j. F. Frye, of Cincinnati, Ma
toinal Vice President Of the Iron Mol
ders' Union, was here two weeks ago
he made a demand on Superintendent
Aver for $3.50 instead of 81 day for the
molders in order to equalize the wages
at the works. TO this no reply has been
received, and yesterday a non union help
er was taken on, and this precipitated
the strike.
Frye has been sent for and on his ar
rival an attempt will be made to settle
the trouble. which may spread to the six
plants operated by the company.
The Washington times., 1902-03-26
ENGINEERS PROJECT TO
IMPROVE THE RHINE
Would Connect Switzerland
With the North Sea.
Provides for Construction of Fourteen
Dams, With Locks-Another Scheme 4
Single Dam.

An interesting consular report has been
received by the State Department from
United States Consul Clifford, at Basel in
which are given two projects to connect
Switzerland with the North Sea.
The report states that young engineer
named Gelppe has submitted proposition
to render the Rhine River, which flows
from Basel directly to the North Sea,
navigable for freight steamers by the
regulation of its water level.
Suggestion of Engineer.
He suggests that beginning be made
at the frontier near Basel, and that four
teen dams be constructed equipped with
suitable locks, and with sluices for driv-
ing turbines for the production of clectri-
cal power.
He estimates that the project would re-
ouire in the neighborhood OF 100000 600,
and that the turbines would yield from
100 eco to 10000 horsepower. which he
proposes be utilized by industrial concerns
in the grand duchy of Baden and Alsace-
land. The length of the route would be 300
miles from Basel to Amsterdam.
Other Scheme Single Dam.
Consul Clifford says that the other
scheme locks to the construction of
single dam on the Rhine. and the connec-
ton of Basel with the Rhine Rhonc Canal,
a branch Of which is in close proximity TO
that city.
The Washington times., 1902-03-26
Guests at Reception Given
By Mr.. Lorin M. Saunders.
NEW BANKING LAW DISCUSSED
Event Held to Make More Perfect the
Wo.k Already Done by the Bankers
Association in Establishing a Closer
Relationship.

well-known banking men of the Ma
tionaI CAPITAL and many prominent bust
ness men DESTROYS of becoming better and
more closely acquainted were last night
the guests of MIR. Lorin NJ. Saunders,
president of the Washington Savings
Bank, at Il reception held at his residence,
2i0I Wyoming Avenue northwest.
Among the hundred gentlemen assem-
bled were those most prominent in the
financial business and professional ad-
vancement of Washington. Many ac-
quaintances were made, and it can no
longer be said that there are presidents
of banks in The city who not even
acquainted with the faces of many of the
other men engaged il the same business.
Three Glasses Represented.
The three classes of banking institu-
tions were represented in the gathering,
there being present officials OF trust com
panies. national banks and savings banks.
The reception was given by Mr.. Saunders
to make more perfect the work already
done by the Bankers Association in bring
ing the bankers into closer relationship.
During the evening enjoyable entertain
ment was provided Major John Tweedalc
gave a reading. while Gel. Ed Hay con-
tributed a share of the funmaking. George
O'Connell sang many econ" songs in an
entertaining manner, and Mr.. Barry Bulk
ley, secretary of the Business Mems AS
scoiation. gave a recitation.
New Banking Law Discussed.
The question of new banking law for
the District of Columbia was Informally
discussed. Mr.. Saunders said that yes
terday he saw Commissioner Macfarland
in regard TO the matter. and that such
law as is contemplated. and in which all
OF the bankers of Washington are inter-
ested, would be drafted.
Among those present we're: H. X Will
lard, Charles f. White, Henry F. Blount,
Charles S. Bradley. Andrew Parker.
Thomas r. Jones, Edward Graves, Daniel
Fraser. James F. Hood, Louis p. Shoe
maker, Col E. b. Townsend Charles :.
Bundy, Evan Fl. Tucker, Wilhemus B.
Bryan, George w Brown. Hon. a C. Brad
ley William F. GUIDE. 5. W. Woodward. +.
S. Parker, b. H. Warner, a. +. Eek, Jesse
B. Wilson, Clarence F. Norment, John H.
Moore. +. H. Smith. p. F. Saul, w. V.
J. B. Winner, c. ". Handy. A. B. Duvall,
Mason n. Richardson. w. s. Knox, V.
Baldwin Johnson, Frank X. Raymond,
Conrad H. Syme, Mitchell Dyrenforth,
William A. Turk. Thomas W. Smith. Bar
ry Buckley, J. F. Oyster, Thomas r.
Walsh. Thomas C. Iennesey. E. B. Hay,
Major John Tweedale. F. d. McKenney. c.
Corson. Allen C. Clark John 7. Doyle,
Colin Studs. John Leach. Capt Allison
Nailor. S. B. Hege, James E. Fitch. W.
W. Danenhower, 4. VI. Lothrop, d. Percy
Hickling, A. A. Birney. Major Richard
Sylvester, Teunis s. Hamlin.
Directors-O. G. Staples, T. H. Ander-
son, Thomas E. Waggaman, c. H. Davidge.
c. w. Ridley. R. S. Lacy. Samuel Knox.
r. E. Doane P. B. Chase, j. Louis Loose,
F. Mertens, H. +. Woodward Nathaniel
Mckay, R. H. Graham, r. ]. Tracewell,
Samuel Ross. H. H DarneiIle, Thomas H.
Hall.
The Washington times., 1902-03-26
Mr.. HANNA CONFIDENT
STRIKE WILL BE AVERTED


tive boards, issue notices for the men to
lay down their tools.
The executive boards met this morning
and concluded plans to cope with any
situation that may arise between this
date and April l. and to be ready to as
sist the miners in effecting n complete
tie-up of colleries if general strike is
ordered. Mitchell does not know where
he will establish his headquarters If the
tie-up Lecomes a reality. 1t is thought Ha-
zleton will be chosen for the purpose be-
cause of its central location. The last
of the delegates who were in attendance
at the recent convention returned to their
homes today.
Mr.. Mitchell was again requested to
make public the correspondence eX-
changed between him and the operators
in his efforts to have the latter meet the
men in joint convention. He said further
Developments may cause him 70 publish
the letters.