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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20

Iowa is disposed to think it can dig up
enough talent to maintain it's newly ac-
quired political prestige, even II some Of the
old favorites insist on retiring from the
cast
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20

Possibly Secretary Wilson can supple
ment his theory that an abundance Of corn
makes beef cheap with some hypothesis
that will have similar bearing on coal.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20
Must Come to Il.

From the Nashville Banner.
There is an increasing demand in Mexico
for the adoption of the gold standard That
Is the standard Mexico will have to adopt II
that country Is to keep up with the progress
of the world.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20

Mr.. John w. Gates has a careless way of
tossing money that makes his financial an
tagonists feel fewer compunctions about
taking 1t away from him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20

John r. Mclean will not feel any sympa-
thy if it rains on the days that the John
son-Bryan aggregation shows.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20

General De Wet says that the Beers can
not be driven. Yet Dom Paul was some
thing of a dlsciplnarian
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20

Europe Is beginning to awaken to the
fact that the Monroe doctrine, like other
American institutions, improves on ac-
Quaintance.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20

Chicago is still resenting the insinuation
that Grand Duke Boris selection Of femi-
nine slipper In that city as drinking cup
convicts him of an immodecate thirst.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20
Dulli

From the Baltimore American.
Things are terribly dull. John w. Gates
has not bet a million dollars on anything
for two weeks
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20
Displaying the
New Fall Silks.

Products OF the leading European
and American looms embodying the
latest ideas, most exquisite designs
and the newest colorS, tints and
tones, as accepted by the leading
Paris modisteS.
We shall place on sale Monday
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20

President Baer's nd President Mitchelrs
opinions of each other are now so thor
oughly understood that there Is not much
excuse for further calculation
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20

The kaiser is just beginning to realize
what his government has undertaken in
trying to maintain a General Corbin- less
army.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20

There was no novelty in the Devery cam
paign. The idea has been worked often be-
fore. New York has simply added another
gold brick to it's extensive collection.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20

Russell Sage and Hetty Green are not only
rich, but they have a very wise way Of not
getting mixed up in the strike disturbances
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20

Now for few more lectures on How we
did not reach the north pole"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20
Hits the Mark.

From the New York World
Secretary Hays diplomatic note Il aimed
at nearly all Europe. And 1t hits the mark
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20

Mr.. Bryan wants Tom Johnson in every
state. This would mean forty-five regular
subscriptions to the Commoner anyhow
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20

New York has another homicide mystery
to add to its already extensive collection.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20
A Decided Advantage.

The song-birds all are silent now
And yet with joy complete,
We hail the birds September brings
Because they're good to eat
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20
21-inch Moire Velours

AT the reasonable price
OF Csc. per yard.
These goods were intended to be
our regular ST 90 quality, but finding
them not fully up to the standard, we
offer same at the above price.
Colors are navy, golden brown,
old rose, cardinal, green and gray.
The goods are in demand for waists,
skirts and suits, and they are well
worth the price.
75c. per Yard.
We also purchased and offer lot
24-inch Peau de Mignon
AT 75C.p yard.
A quality that was made to retail
for
$1.25 per Yard.
Finding the quantity greater than
we care to have on hand, we have
decided to offer the surplus at the
very special price of
Csc. per Yard.
Colors are Dresden, tan, old rose,
maize, violet, reseda and lilac.
This is an ideal silk fabric for en-
tire dresses and waists and an excel
lent lining under lace.
These two lots of goods will be
conveniently displayed on center ia
bles, main floor, Eleventh street.
rear.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20

From the Atlanta Journal

Senator Carmack is said to be the only
red-headed man in the upper branch ~
Congress But he Is not the only one who
acts the part.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20

WV I'll HSH w ~
~ - ~ u u ~ ~ 40
g
.
Mr.
~MU ~S
All MSo
Il lie new FASngOmS
A. -a.
ms SGGm nM \ mas Store
tr at tse ms,. TINS n Ga ~ being made ughtnt
az so1 ,s ana WIN ser pnss instead
mod In sirt nsoreu mare skIrIs ae Tim
nna'erais used.
,,
santly tailored-some with stfapplngs Of same ma
terial others with milliners folds effectively ap-
o, can,
me SIX waists this season FAR excel any other
front, and trimmed with neat tuckng aud hem
stitching over bust. meeting with vertical tucks
running TO waist: tucked sleeves completing the
One OF the noticeable points in connection with
the use OF lace this Fall Is the quantity Of
BILE gaoOns that seen. And nearly every kind
one OF the novelties this year Is known as
last year.
well as from other laces.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20
The New Black Dress Goods

richer and than this And
them of the best and here
lection.
Special attention called the broad
played from the worlds leaders black goodPesey
Their productions preeneny first in quality weave,
finish Long the exclusive manufacture
ab them offer the best examples of the popular
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

CHARGE DIsMIssKD-James Griffir
ir,, was arrested last night on the charge
OF taking a pocketbook from Fairfax
an named Richard Siruder In the Fay
elts street depot. The charge was
dismissed, but the accused was fined 81
for being drunk 10 the streets. 1t ap
peared that Griffin and Struder had
visited several saloons yesterday and
had been drinking freely. Early 10
the night Struder went to the depot to
tsks q train for Frsnconia. he was
accompanied by Griffin, and while ia
the waiting room fell asleep. Officer
Trayers, who was at the depot st the
depot at the time, saw Griffin acting
suspiciously, he having Struder's p0ck-
etbook 10 bis hand, and called Special
Officer Hsrdin's after ton to the couple.
Later Struder complained OF the loss OF
his pocketbook, which, he said, oou.
tanned 81. The pocketbook. without
its alleged contents, was found In the
waiting room. Griffin was arrested
but when he WAS brought before the
Mayor this morning Struder said be did
not charge Critic with having robbed
him. He only knew somebody had
taken his money. As stated above,
the Mayor, 10 the absence OF more de
direct t testimony, gave the prisoner the
benefit of the doubt and dismissed bim
on the more serious charge hut fined
him for being drunk, saying OF the time
this YVES a chronic ofense and he was
tired fit.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

A FARMER IN TROUBLE. - Grant
Spear, living in Fairfax county, near
this city, was foed $50 by Judge Kim
bali 10 the Washington Police Court
YES erdsy for having loaded revolver
10 mis- possession. He had earlier In the
day been fned So for dlsorderly con
duct Being unable to pay these hoes
he was sent TO Jail for period OF 100
days. Spear, who has the appearance
OF we'll to do young farmer, went to
Washington Monday morning to trans
act some business. When he left bis
home 10 Virginia he put his revolver 10
bis pocket for self-protectiou while
travelling along the country roads
After transactiDg bis business he stsrt'
ed out to have a good time, and became
Intoxicated. About o'clock yesterday
morning be was fighting an imsgionsry
army OF foes 10 front OF the post'othce
and bis actions attracted the attention
of policeman. The latter advised him
to move on, and tapped him with bis
baton as an inducemeut. The club
struck something that aroused the OH
GERS suspicion, aud pm ti0g his hand 10
the mans hip pocket, he drew out q
revolver.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

UNABLE 10 AGREE.--The session OF
the Corporation Court, yesterday, was
taken up 10 hearing the case OF Henry
Washington. oolored, VS.. the Southern
Railway Company, q suit ID recover
the sum OF $4,000 damages for injuries
received by plaintiff while employed
by defendant company, which result ID
10 the loss of plaintiffs leg. The rail-
road company was represented by Mr..
Leonard Marbury, and the plsintih by
Messrs. James Z. and Harry B. Cst)n,
aud Edmund Burke. The case was
given to the jury ct O'Clock last night
Alter being out until l0:15 O'Clock toey
returned and announced that they
were unable t. sgree and we're ais
charged by the court. 1t Is under
stood that the Jury stood 8 for
Washington and 4 for the con
psDy. At the time Washington
lost his leg he was unloading
cattle cars end was caught by
some shifting cars. which, be alleged
was due TO th@ pegligencs OF the de-
fendant company.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

CHASING THE CATS One OF the
CITY officials who Is as handsome % be
is humorous, and the fond father OF two
foe little boys, one only recently pro-
NOTED TO his first trousers and TIE other
still In kits, received scare few
DAYS ago. Some trouble having occur
red to the water connections 10 the
house it was found necessary 80 make
an opening 10 the yard to receive the
water while the plumbers were work
ing. The pool was not deep, but sur
ficlently so 10 suggest care DE to the
children playing around it. The TWO
little ooys we're left by their mother
playing on the street, 10 charge of ire
servant, while sue was abs ems from
home. As it has been truly said love
will fud way" 90 did these two boSsi
ANYHOW they found their way to the
pool, aud into IL, as wells from The yard
teaen d the ear Of the servant, arc
wneo she appeared on toe scene sbe
found be elder OF the two " tn won
derful presence OF mind keeping his
voung orother's head out of the wster
by boidirQ on to his hair, and support
Jog his body by a small bet which the
Younger mad on. a parental iDvesIi-
CATION elicit d the fact that both boys
had tlmbled into the water while cbas-
ing lree cats. TIE elder scrambled
DOT, out was net strong enough to pull
bis bro her out, although sensible
enough 10 hold on and yell. As no
bad results 10 the way Of colds followed
10 he train OF be inc dents, the father
is much grsti6ed at the conduct OF bis
first born.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

u. D. C.-The annual meeting oil
Mary Custus Lee Chapter, No. z, U. ~
c., held ct Miss Mehahey's on Monday
night, was particularly interesting. a
large number OF ladies were present,
aud several new members were added
to the roll. Honorary membership mas
been abolished, one more name being
added at this meeting to the life mem
bership list. The treasurer's report
showed that quite a goodly sum had
been expended during the year, with
q small amount left 10 the treasury,
the secretary supplementing the report
By stating that the members with q
few exceptions had paid ell dues to
1908, which she would hand to the
treasurer at the next meeting. The
delegate to the Wilmington conven-
tion. U. d. O., stated that under o
protest eDt cred by this chapter year
or more ago, sustained by nearly ell
Chapters 10 the Virginia Divisions, the
manner OF bestowiDg the Cross Of
Honor on ex-CoDfederates had been
changed and the certificates OF eligibil-
ity as now presented were more In
keeping with the dignity of the
soldiers OF Robert E Lse. Mrs. Zlm-
norman, Mrs. Ramsay and Mrs.
O'Brien were appointed to look into
the matter and to ask the assistance OF
Lse Camp 10 securing data for prop
erly filling out these certificates and
the cooperation Of the 18th Virginia
Regiment Chapter, that the beetoWal
of crosses OF honor may take place as
soon IS practicable. The Junior
Daughters, under the leadership OF
Mrs. d. J. Howell, Miss Mary Ram
say and Miss DOllie Zimmerman, will
soon take up some especial work, and
as az auxiliary to this chapter keep
ND the interest in old soldiers OF the
Confederacy. The following officers
were reelected: President, Mrs.
Herndou; Vice President, Mrs. d. J.
Ho veil; Secretary, Mrs. E. Il. O'Briep;
Treasurer, Miss E. E. Mebaf1eS; Reg
istrar and Hst brian, Mrs. J. E. Alex
ander, Mrs. Creighton declining re-
domination. Miss Zimmerman was
elected Corresponding Secretary. A
social function followed ct which
delicious refreshments were served by
Miss MehafIey, the hostess, ably
assisted by Miss Florence Barclay and
Mrs. D. J. Howell.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

EXAMINATIONS AT THE Episcopal
BIGH SCHOOL The following boys
we're successful 10 all the December
examinations ct the Episcopal High
School near this citg: Lane B. Alex.
auder, Charles D. Barrett, Il. Emmett
Bsteman, John NJ Blsckford, Francis
E. Carter, William R G. Cooke, Jno.
Moncure Daniel, jr.. B. franklin Dew,
E iwiu H. w Harlan, Governor w.
Msrohsnt, Paul Micou, John NJ. Min.
TOO, Oscar d. Randolph, Edwin M.
Wsyland. Addison White, IT,, Lewis
W. Whit lie, Alexander W. Williams
Il chsrd P. Williams, ir.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

Grand Chief Templar, Rev. Dir. Guy,
will pay visit to Golden Light Lodge,
I. o. G. T., on Friday might.
Mr.. Charles 6peice is overhaullng
and ref ting bis scow at the shipyard
for the approaching spring trade on the
river.
At the banquet OF the Society OF the Army
| and Navy Of the Confederate States In the
State Of Maryland given In Baltimore on Sat
urday night last In honor of General Lee g
birthday, "virgiAis, Virgins, the land OF the
free" was sung BY Miss Nicolsi and was
greeted with enthusiastic cheering, The
song was written during the war BY W. II
II. ("Tip'') Smith, Of this city, member Of
the Old Dominion Rifles, Seventeenth Viz
giniA Regiment.
Capt. z. F. Knox cold at auction today for
| Calvin Butts, trustee, lot of ground with
. the buildings and improvement thereon, situ-
, sted on the west side OF 1t. Assph street, be-
tween Gibbon and Franklin to Mr.. NJ. B.
Harlow for $3.50 cash.
The rainy weather Of yesterday and tho
sleet passed away last night and the wind
changed from northeast to northwest pro.
duciog partly cloudy weather and lower
temperature. The Signal Office. however,
says more rain or snow is probable.
David Brown was fined $3.50 in the Police
court this morning for being drunk in the
'treet. He wss discovered by Officer Griffin
| in gutter on Prince street, betwesn Fair
fax and lee, In helpless condition.
Frank Keith, one OF the colored men who
participated in the disorderly proceedings
near the colorel Odd Fellows Hall Monday
night. was fined So by the Mayor this morn
ing.
The ice in the river has almost disappeared,
| and no impediment TO nsygst on is exps-
rienced now Affiirs on the river front,
| however, continue quiet
| Several coal cars wee more or less dam
| aged while being shifted in the Southern
| Railway yard In this city last night No one
was hurt by the accident.
The annual meeting OF the 5ir,ctors Of the
| Washington National Building and Loan As
ISOLATION WIS held in this city todsy Tor the
| ection OF otfiesrF.
William johnson, co ored, vas fined IS
this morning in the Pole Cont or threaten
ing language towsid ~ dsior, colorsd.
Mr., g. French has old N Ms. la g L.
Brsger the ground rent on a OF on he south
side OF KlDg street. between lee aud Union.
Judge Norton has gran cd sever | amend.
/ ments to the charter OF ne Columbia Ma
tiOns Sand Dredging Company.
| msrrisge license was issued in Washing
ton Yesterday to William H. Young, Of Var
rentoD, and / ! D. Brooks.
Rev. j. II. straughtop, Of Mount Tabor
Church, Washington, will preach tonight in
the NJ P, Church
A child Of Mr. P. II Desmond, formerly Of
this city bat now Of Lynchburg, died few
days ago,
The pound party for the Cooperative
Charities will be held tomorrow.
The usual Wednesday nights service at 81.
Paul's Church will not be held tonight.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

THE FAIR The fair for the benefit
of the Alexandria Light IDfantry will
be formally opened tonight at Armory
Hall. The ball has been made very
attractive by the ladies having the af'
fair in charge, and there Is every indi.
cstl1n that the fair will prove one Of
the most successful ever held in this
city. There will be many pleasant
features 10 connection with 1t, aud
those who attend are assured OF a
genuine entertainment. On Thursday
January %, in the afternoon at four
O'Clock, a baby contest will be held al
Armory Hall. Two prizes will be
given, one for babies from one to three
years, the ctoer for children from three
10 FIVE. All parents wishing to ter
their children can do 30 OF the Army
and Navy booth, giving age and name
Of children and paying fifty cents.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

FORFEITED HIS COLLATERAL. -
Harry Sims, who forfeit ID IS collateral
by falling to appear In the Police Court
Yesterday morning to answer the
charge Of assaulting Spencer Jones,
colored, with bottle In Mrs. AlexsD.
der's saloon, near the old canal basin
was arrested again vest srday. TIE
Mayor deemiOg the offense too grave t.
release the man Oh such small amount.
He was allowed ID 60, however, Oh
leaving IS additional, and this morning
did not appear when the case wss call.
ed. He again forfeited bis collst sral.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

PERsoNAL.-Mr. J. Ellis Norris, who
has been on a months visit to bis par.
ents on Prince treet, lift this afternoon
for New YORK, ADD will leave that city
tomorrow for Havana, Cuba.
Mrs. James Peterson is i'll ct her
home on south Royal street.
Mr.. John Chauncey is confined 10 bis
home by sickness.
The condition OF Mr.. B. Wheat ID
thought to be much improved today.
Mr.. II. F. Vim will leave Friday for
San Autonio, Texas, to which city he
has been transferred by the Metropolis
tan Insurance Company.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

ACCIDENT TO A MoToRMAN.-Mr.
E locn Davis, a mCtsrmsn on the Ar
lineton branch OF the WasbiDRt On,
Alexandria and Mount Vernon Eco.
trio Railway, was seriously injured
about o'clock last night by an over
head wire falling on him. While pro-
ceeding from Rosslyn to Arlington
junction the trolley wire paItsd just
ahead of le car, and. curling up, struck
Mr.. Davis with sufficient force to knock
him from the platform. The car was
ct 1pped by Conductor Coffman, and the
injured man picked up aud taken to
the junction, where he wac placed
aboard the train which left Washing ton
at 8:45 o'clock. DR.. Smith met the
train here and accompanied Davis to
his home, 2l1 north Fairfax street,
whore be was carried on stretoher.
No bones were broken, but 1t ls feared
that the young man is injured inter-
nallY,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

The GAS WORKS. -ReDresentstlves
from several gas coostrU ton comDan.
les visited this city yesterday and ex-
smiDed the gas works in company with
the light officials. Lat Dighi they sp-
pesred before the con mittee on light
and submitted plans Of diff rent de-
signs OF modern gas plants. The com.
milt have the mater under advise
ment
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22
P1UNDERED THE LARpER.-A tbi,

PLUNDERED THE LARDER.-A thief,
who is described as a tall mulsito,
entered the sliev on the south OF Mr..
George w. P tt Us seldom last night
nd broke ops tle refrigerator. After
taking possession Of ss much of the
oopte as be could couveniet fly
carry, be tt,rted out OF the alley et
the time a gentleman was emerging
irom the saloon. The lsttr gave an
slsrm and the thief dropped most OF BIZ
nluUd r aDd RI soross the street 10
F ct alley and made his escape
several bottles OF Deer were missing,
I'D it is supposed the darkey had
these 10 his pocket.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22
Child Worth Millions.

my child Is worth millions to me-" ssyI
Mrs. Mary Bird Of Harrisburg. Pa, yet
would have lost her by Group had I net pur
chased bottle OF One Minute Cough Cure
One Minute Cough Cure is sure cure fol
coughs, Group and throat and lung troubles
An absolutely safe cough cure which act
Immediately. The youngest child can tax,
1t with entire safety The little ones lik'
the taste and remember how often 1t helpet
them. Every family should have bottle o
One Minute Cough Cure handy. At thi
season especially II. nay be needed suddenly
For sale by z. s. Lesdtester 81 Sons.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

DEATH OF Mr.. BACHELDER.-Mr.
Lemuel q. Bachelor, whose critical i'll.
ness has been mentioned 10 the GsZ stte,
died ct his residence on north ROYAL
street few minutes before eight O'Clock
last night. The deceased was IS years
old, He was q native OF New York
state, and had resided 10 Alexandra
since last May. Mr.. Bachelor leaves q
widow and three sons Messrs Daniel
sud Frederick, OF the Exchange Hotel
in this city, and Mr.. Edward Bachelor,
Of Washington.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

WEDDING MIR. Ralph Smith and
Miss Nellie M. Jones we're married this
morning by Rev. DR.. Brooke, OF the
Second Presbyterian Church The new
ly married couple left on t 1e 1l:35 8. %.
train on the Southern Railway for Q
wedding trip South. Mr.. Smith is 40
employe Of the Southern R'il~ay Com.
paoy. The bride lives at 425 south
Washington street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

ALARM OF FIRE The alarm OF fire
shol I Y before three O'Clock this ter
noon was caused by the upselting OF
some grease on a stove at the residence
Of Mr.. J. Brooke Arnol1, on Columbus
street, opposite the old court house.
The grease iguited and caused dense
volume OF smoke to emerge from the
house which resulted 10 an alarm beinU
sounded. No damage was done and the
FIRE was e1tinguIshed without the aid
Of the engines,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

FOUNDATION COLLAPSED. The east
aide of frame house on me south SIDE
OF Pei, c. street, near Fsystte, begsp to
t lie lsst night and had TO be brsced
{ keep " from oolspsing. TIE fouo-
d.tiou bad been weakened by wst-r
from quit z which extends the entire
length Of the house. The brick work
had cavpd 10 and new ce lar wall will
M necessary. The house belongs t. q
oolored man named Bsckley, who lives
nesr 81. Assph Junction, and lie occu'
pied by Mrs. Talbot. The threatened
collapse caused considerable consterns-
ton TO the occupant, and attracted o
large assemblsge OF people.