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The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-18
MIsrREANTs AT WORK.

About 9:S0 Thursday night some one at present unknown to the officials of the New Haven Gas company threw a large stone or mass of gravel through a window os the generatinsg house at the gas plant. Fortunately the engineer on duty nights had just left the place, and no one was hurt. %
 The damage was confined to breaking a ight Of glass.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-18
woRKMAN's AWFUL PLIGHT.

Fell Into a Pit of Molten Metal at Sey-
 mour Shop.
 Seymour, Conn.,, July 17.-Ernest Mo- Donald, aged twenty-five, employed in the factory of the Seymour Manufactur- ing company, fell into a pit of molten metal while assisting in the casting de- partment this morning. The flesh was burned from his arms, legs and his face was somewhat burned. His fellow workmen pulled him out in time to save his life and he was removed to his home. He will probably recover.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1903-12-20

man OF seventy-seven years Is the senior sh,ps
surgeon OF the world.
Surgeon Brice believes that every man should
shave himself. He has. for some reason a
contempt for BARRIERS, and to account for this
contempt he tells innumerable stories that re-
fleet on BARRIERS invidiousIy. The other day Ia
said:
In some old fashioned English shops BARRIERS
fined sixpence every time they cut a Gus
toner The last time I got shaved il vas in
one of these old fashioned shops. The journey
who looked after me told me about ths
rune. but the last word was hardly out Of his
mouth before he gave me ugly sash on The
chin.
There goes sixpence,' he said laughing as
he mopped up tn 'Food, but 1 don't care a
rap how many men I cut to-day. Z found
half sovereign this morning
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1903-12-20
TOLD AGE BY HIS HORNS.

John Morley, a few days after the publication
of his Life Of Gladstone" told, in speech at
Sheffield, a story of Mr.. Gladstone's boyhood
The lad he said, was in the country.
farmer was showing him over his estate. The
farmer would pause before each field to de
scribe it, and before every COW, horse and pig
he would make a brief biographical address.
Finally they came to a small field that con
tanned a large black bull.
." That is fine bull there Master William,
said the farmer. "A very fine, strong, two
year-Old bull
Two years old? said the boy.
Yes, two years sir
How do you tell It's age%
Why, by its horns
1.-THE little boy frowned He paused a mo-
ment. Then his countenance cleared.
'Ah.' he said. by its horns. 1 see. Two
horns-tWo years."
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1903-12-20
GRINDING UP MUMMY IN PAINT FACTORY

being done at Amherst In their workroom in
the Appleton Cabinet, Professor LOOMS and his
associates busy with knives and chisels
cutting away burlaps and chipping plaster of
paris and clay from the bones 1t Is
tiresome task, but much of the work has al
ready been done, and they are laboring in the
Consciousness that when it is done Amherst
will have one of the finest collections of the
Lind in the country.
Wien the bones have all been assembled and
the skeletons completed a much more complete
description of the collection can be given than
Is possible. There is a probability that
Amherst will repeat the expedition to the Bad
Lands another season, with even better results
than attended that of last summer.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1903-12-20
WITHOUT DITORCE.
SereraI Countries of the old H'orId
U'U Not Tolerate 1t.

At a moment when the growth in the number
of divorces in this country has assumed such
alarming proportions that churches Of the most
diverse denominations are uniting Tor the pur-
pose of combating an evil that is becoming
more and more Of a menace to the American
home it is interesting to find an enlightened and
progressive nation Of the Old World refusing 10
permit its introduction within its borders. The
former Prime Minister of Italy Sgnor Zanar-
deli, a pTofessed atheist. had, in fuIhInent Of
pledges given TO his Masonic friends. presented
to the national legislature bill providing for
the addition Of laws of divorce to the code. in
which statutes of this character have until now
been conspicuous BY their absence. But so fierce
was the opposition which the projected measure
excited throughout the length and breadth OK
the kingdom that the late Cabinet never ven
tured TO submit the matter to an actual vote;
and now it is learned that the new Giolitd ad-
ministratiOn. although representing the ultra
radical element in the chambers, has definitely
withdrawn the divorce bill from its programme,
lin Difference" it is explained. TO the over
whelming sentiment against the proposed law
That this action on the part Of the govern
ment in the matter is final is shown BY the an
nouncement that Signor Nathan has been led
thereby to resign the grand mastership Of Ital-
ian Freemasonry. The latter. as in France, de-
votes its energies to politics, and especially to
warning upon religion and its ministers differ
ing in this respect from the craft in America and
in Great Britain, where the activity Of the
lodges is absorbed by phiIanthropic enterprises.
Indeed, the Free MasOns of the Latin countries
of Europe have little in common with their
brethren in the United States, all aLIusion to the
name Of the Great Architect of the Universe,
which figures so prominently in the ritual Of the
order here, having been eliminated from that OK
the lodges in Italy and France where atheism IS
the order of the Gay. The Grand Orient OF
Italy had adopted the project Of a law Of divorce
as a means Of attack upon the Church. rather
than as a measure necessary to the people and
the grand master had so prominently identified
himself Herewith that now, on the announce
ment that it has been thrown overheard by the
most radical administration that has ever held
office in Italy. he has other alternative but to
resign.
That Italy is the better for the absence OF any
law of divorce on its code is cOnCusivtly shown
by the fact that, according to the official rec
ords for the year 1901. the entire number OK
demands for that judicial separation between
husband and wife which is admitted BY the ias
OF the land did not exceed 800 for the twelve
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1903-12-20
COULDN'T FORGET HIS PET THEME.

Down in Virginia, says Thomas Nelson Page
there was old darby preacher who had
preached about infant baptism morning and
night until his congregation couldn't stand it
any longer They told him to preach some
thing else or they'd have to find some one who
would. He promised. and the next Sunday an
nounced his text, Adam, where art thou?'
dis, bredern. can be divided into fouh heads"
began the dominic. First. every man is some
Whar Secondly, most men am where they amt
got no business TO be. Thirdly, you'd better look
out or you'll be gittin' there yourself. Fo'thly,
Infant baptism. Now, bredern, I guess we
nights well pass by the fust three heads, and
come immed'tly to the fo'th infant baptism
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1903-12-20
CONDENSED FOR FOUR DAYS.

Did Southern type" said President Woodrow
Wilson of Princeton the other evening, who
had most eloquent way of pleading His brief
for three days had been marvel of classical
allusiOn and legal erudition.
1.-THE judge, however, became a trife impa-
tient and, as gently he could. intimated that
the docket was somewhat crowded, and it might
be to the clients interest if the lawyer could
cont1ive to end his plea. And do you know,
the old barrister declares that the last four days
of his argument were a marvel of condensa-
ton"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1903-12-20
FULL DRESS W,4S FOREIGN.

When one of Mark Twain's daughters was a
wee miss she gave evidence of unconscious
humor that delighted her father. AS a reward
for being good she once allowed her first
peep at an evening party. Apparently OF the
many unfamiliar sights the dacollete gowns Of
the women impressed her most. She gazed at
the wearers long and wonderingly. and then.
pulling her mother aside asked in awe
stricken whisper:
Mother what country did they come from?'
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1903-12-20
Why THE BARBER WAS RECKLESS

Surgeon Brice, OF the White Star liner Ger
manic has crossed the Atlantic SO4 times,
travelling altogether 100000 miles. This hale
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
SENIOR DON LAFUENTE
IS HEARD FROM AGAIN
Louis p. Wild Picked Out as Vic
tim of Confidence Game.

Louis P. Wild. a local dealer in mu-
steal instruments, has Joined the lists
OF Washingtonians from whom IT has
been attempted by letter to extract
sums of money for alleged purposes of
charity
In The Times of last Wednesday ap-
peared a detailed account OF a letter
received by Edward F. Droop, of-the
firm OF Droop & Sons. The letter TO Mr..
Droop and the one to Mr. Wild are
Identical. Both were written from a
dungeon of the Castle, Fort of BARGE
Iona" and cite the case of a man i'm
prisoned without cause. The man makes
an earnest plea for the protection of
his fourteen-year- ar-old daughter and her
safe transportation to the United
States. He declares he has a fortune
of S198.000, and Will give Mr.. Droop
and Mr.. Wild one-fourth OF that amount
If they will be good enough TO forward
the necessary transportation to the
daughter. The mans term of imprison-
ment is for sixteen years. At the end
of that time his American benefactors
may hope to get their reward.
The man signs himself "Agustin La
fuente," but begs, as he is not allowed
to receive mail, that communications be
addressed "Espana-Mr Pedro Ruiz,
Paseo de San Juan, PSI. Barcelona"
The letters conform to a series which
have been sent to persons in different
parts of the country, and 1t is believed
that a|gang of confidence" men are at
work in Spain on this novel game. Mr..
Droop wrote for further communica-
tions. but Mr.. Wild has paid no atten-
ton whatever to the letter, as he re
ceived one like IL some time ago.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
CONTRACT HAD TO GO
TO LOWEST BIDDER
Reply to Contractor Who Thought
Sentiment Might Rule.

BY an Endorsement on certain papers
yesterday afternoon. the Commissioners
demonstrated that sentiment and par
tiality are henceforth unknown guam
titles in the administration of the af-
fairs of the District government. The
action was taken on the application of
James c. Mcclure, engineer and con-
tractor of New York city, who requested
preferential treatment in the matter OF
awarding the contract for constructing
section &c" of the Street and New
Jersey Avenue trunk sewer. The cor
respondence is pertinent. and follows:
I'm reference to my bid on section &C.
OF the trunk sewer" says Mr.. Mcclure,
'I desire to state that II you could
award this work to me. will promptly
furnish bond and start execution of
contract. The last time had the honor
of rendering you a bid was when Mr..
Crawford and 1 tied as low bidders, and
If you will remember, we drew straws
for the work, and Mr.. Crawford Sc
cured the same. This was for the foun-
dations of the proposed Connecticut
Avenue bridge across Rock Creek
"At that time you stated that should
YOU be able to award me a contract you
would be glad to do so. l only men
tion this to recall myself to your mem
ory. and hope that you may be able to
award me the work.
Commissioner Biddle says: Il move
Mr.. Mcclure be informed the bids re-
ceived On this sewer were considered,
and that the contract was awarded to
the lowest bidder"
Andrew Gleeson was awarded the con-
tract in question. for s1S2.235. McGuire's
bid was next. at s1s2,S7S.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
HAPPINESS RETURNS
TO HLNWOOD HOME
Husband and Wife Reconced Through Little
Daughters PleadingS

Edward Hinwood, who left Washington
short time ago for Philadelphia in
search of his runaway wife and child.
and who. while in Philadelphia, became
involved in difficulties which at one time
attained a serious aspect, has returned
to this city with all difficulties amicabIy
settled and himself happy in the pos
session OF his wife and child.
Hinwood and a friend, Edward Girls
mond, were arrested in Philadelphia for
assault on Patrick O'Hare, Of I43s South
sixty-third Street OF that city. Hinwood
In turn charged O'Hare with having en-
uced his wife and child from home. and
charges in both cases were filed with
magistrate. O'Hare had formerly
boarded at Hinwood's home in this city
and thus became acquainted with Mrs.
Hinwood.
Yesterday counsel for Hinwood and
Crismond appeared before the magis-
trate and said If O-TIare would with
draw his charge of assault against Hin
wood and Crismond. they in turn would
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
HUSBAND DISAPPEARS
AFTER GIVING UP PLACE
Police of Four Cities Looking for
CIenwood Beall.

The police of Washington. Camden. ~.
j.. Norfolk. Va. and Philadelphia. Pa :.
are on the lookout for Glenwood Beau.
an iron worker, twenty-seven years old
who disappeared from this city on Au-
gust II. and has not since been hea:d
from
The missing man was formerly en-
ployed at Sparrow's Point, Baltimore.
giving up this position because he was
dissatisfied. Beairs people live at Days
Vile. Va. where his wife and VITO chill
dren now are.
He married into the Mockabee family.
one OF the oldest in WASHINGTON. T.
Lloyd Mockabee. a craftsman In the
Atlantic Building. at $50 F Street north
west, Is a brother-in-law
Beall went home early In the spring.
and on August IL came to Washington.
and the same day left for Baltimore.
From there, on August u. he wrote to
his wife. saying he was not satisfied
with his offer there. No word has since
been received.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
AUGUSTE
CLEARED BY The CHIEF
Major Sylvester Holds Him Not
Guilty of Non-Payment of Debt.

The Commissioners yesterday after
noon approved a recommendation made
by Major Sylvester, declaring Private
G. G. Auguste, of the Police Department,
not-guilty on charges of non-payment of
debt. The recommendation of the Chief
of Police differs with the report of the
trial board, which was divided into a
minority and majority
Captain Pearson and Lieutenant Swim
dells found Auguste guilty, except as
to the amount" the books of the money
lender being at variance with the facts
adduced at the trial. Lieutenant Jordan
reported that the testimony showed
Auguste not guilty, for the reason that
brother officer, r. c. Dyer, signed the
He also held that Dyer received all the
money.
Il do not agree in either the majority
or minority report" says Major Sylves-
ter. In my opinion, the judgment hav-
ing been obtained for an Inaccurate sum,
which is shown by the testimony. 1t is
nullified so far as it stands in this de-
partment-
II recommend that judgment be OBJ
tanned against Private Dyer for the
amount, in order that this department
may not be annoyed in the premises
through inaccuracies. Private Auguste
was negligent in not defending his case
and there should be, perhaps, some
penalty for this, but l am rather of the
opinion that IL was an omission instead
OF a commission on his part in not be
ing present at the hearing before the
magistrate"
The recommendation bears the ap-
proval of Commissioners West and Bid
die
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
MARRIAGE LICENSES.

Charles R. Mortimer, "a. and Laura L.
Moody, %.
Edward E. Holland, 3s, New York city,
and Helen L. Penrose, SO, Boydten, Va
William c. McCord. 32. Baltimore. Nd,
and Grace K. wilkins. 26. Chicago, Ill
Grace A. Washington, 35, and Mollie
T. Watkins, IS.
Richard Windsor. p. Alexandria, and
Louise Middleton, l9, District Of Colum-
bia.
John h Thomas. &c. and Jessica
Cowling, q.
John Woodson. %. and Martha Wash
James Greene. 27. and Blanche Cole
man. 90.
Randolph Pinkney, 80, and Mary
Holmes, %.
William R. Appieh. 80. and Lottie NJ.
Duffy. 26.
Lloyd spriggs. 80. and Mary F. Speed.
IS.
William H. c. Miller. %. and lille
Mary Wentzi1l. 21.
Edward Payne. %. and Rosie John
son, Is.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
DEATH RECORD.

The following deaths have been report
ed to the Health ONCE for the twenty
four hours ending at noon tday;
Henry H Newman, 50 years.
Benjamin E. Hambleton. 81 years
Anna L. Morganegg. IL years.
James B. Spangler. 80 years.
Unknown, 80 years.
Martha z. Carter. 80 years.
Bertha c. Cobb. 20 years.
Owen T Pierce, 16 years.
Susan Mcintyre, Is years.
Margaret E. Brown, years.
Julian VI. Grigsby. 1 year.
James NJ. Parker. months.
Lille Munroe. 2 months.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
B. E. HAMBLETON BURIED
AT GlEhWOOD CEMETERY

The funeral of Benjamin E. Hamble-
ton. for many years an employe OF the
customs service, was held this afternoon
from 91S Virginia Avenue. Interment
was at Glenwood Cemetery.
Mr.. Hambleton died yesterday after a
long illness. He was fifty-one years old,
and was born in Pittsfeld county. Va.
At an early age he was given an ap-
pointment as deputy collector in the
customs service. In the Spanish -Ameri-
can war he was detailed on the coast
OF Cuba. In this capacity he performed
excellent service, and was commended
for his work.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
REAL ESTATE DEAL.

Clarence F. Norment has sold TO Harry
Wardman lots 112 to ia IN Norment's
subdivision of square 1912, part of the
Boggs property, recently purchased by
Mr. Norment from the heirs OF the
Boggs estate. The lots front on o
Street, and are unimproved. Mr.. Nor
ment has had the property subdivided
and is selling il of in lots.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11

withdraw the charge of trespass against
O'Hare. This both sides agreed to and
the magistrate discharged all the
parties.
Hinwood said he only wanted the
child Rena, and the wife could 90 her
own way, but after listening 10 the
pleadings of the little daughter Hin
wood relented and after a reconciliation
between mother and father, the trio re-
turned to this city.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
SILVER STAR LODGE.

Silver Star Lodge No. 20. I. o. G. T,
OF Tenleytown, met last night at Good
TempIar Hall, on the Brookeville Road.
Many members and friends OF the lodge
were present. After the regular busi-
ness had been transacted a social time
was spent. musical and literary pro-
gram was given by members of the
lodge. Addresses we're made by several
of the lodge officers.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
FIREMEN DETAILED
TO ACT AS HOSTS

Chief Engineer Belt has ordered de-
tail Of local firemen to meet the Vigil
liant Fire Company, of York. Pa, at the
Sixth Street depot this evening at $50
o'clock, and escort the visitors to one
of the large hotels. The Vigilant COM
pany is composed of volunteer fremen,
and will be in Washington for a few
days on a pleasure trip.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
ELOPED TO WASHINGTON.

A dispatch from Charlottesville, Va.
states that Virginia Bowling. the fifteen
year-oid daughter OF w. T. Bowling. OF
that city, eloped from there with Lewis
A. Hoffman. and came to Washington to
be married. There was no license issued
here in those names.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
TAKEN TO HOSPITAL.

Joseph Lewis. twenty-one years OF age.
a boatman on the Chesapeake and Ohio
Canal. was seized with cramps yester-
day evening. He was taken to the
Georgetown University Hospital in the
Seventh precinct patrol wagon.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
sLEIGHT OF HAND EXHIBIT.

William c. Jones. prestidigitator. will
give an entertainment this evening in
the lecture room Of the Dumbarton Ave
nue. NJ E. Church. at 6 o'clock. under
the auspices of the infant department of
the Dumbarton Sunday school.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
HOUSE AND LOT SOLD.

Arthur A. Blrney and Mason n. Rich
ardson, trustees. have sold to NJ. F.
Barker. for s2.s0O. part of lot IL. square
1874. being house and premises ON the
north side Of Q Street. between Thir-
ty-fourth and Thirty-ffth Streets.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
Information for Fishermen

party of Georgetowners who are now
on the upper Potomac on a fishing trip,
report that they are having fine sport.
Large rock fish and bass are being
caught, and many Mississippi catfish.
The party will return home the first of
next week, and expect to bring a large
string with them.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
ANACOSTIA BRANCH.

A new branch Office for the receiving
of want advertisements and subscrip
tions for The Evening and Sunday Times
has been established at Bury's Phar-
macy. corner Monroe and jefferson
Streets, Anacostia, D. c.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
MATINEES TOMORROW.

LAFAYETTE-''Th Pride OF Jennico,' 2:I5
pm.
ACADEMY-''The Men of Jimtown,' pm.
EMPIRES 'Searchlights of Great CITY," >
pm.
LYCEUAi-Psrisian Widows, 2:l5 pm.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
Ube Uin1es.
ADJUSTMENTS OF THE DAY.

LAFAYETTE-'Tbe Pride of Jennieo," Sis
pm.
ACADEAiY-''The Men of Jimtown," S Pm.
EMPIRE "Searchlights Of Great City" and
pm.
LYCEUM-Parisian Widows, 2:l5 and Sis pm
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
EXAMINATION WAIVED.

Assault on Charles Keleher." /" was the
charge preferred against Walter Coll
dart in Police Court this monning. Coll
dart waived a preliminary hearing in
order TO procure counsel. He was sent
back 20 Jail
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
EXCURSIONS.

Norfolk and Washington steamer for Norfolk
and Fort Monroe. $3.50 pm.
T. V. Arrowsmith for Colonial Beach, S:45 am.
Chesapeake Beacli-Trains leave District Line
station l0:45 am, 2:30 and $50 pm.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
THE 9yEWS OF GEORGETOWN

last night at the Metropolitan waiting
station at the corner of Thirty sixth
and Prospect Streets northwest, and
taken back to his home.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
MISSING MAN FOUND.

James H. Russell, sixty-six years old.
who has been missing from his home In
Washington for two days, was found
The Washington times., 1903-09-11

Condition of water-Great Falls, %;
Harpers Ferry. Potomac clear; Shenan-
doah cloudg.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
4oc Worth up to 81
Miscellaneous

Proctor & CANDLES Cincinnati
oleine Soap; special a coke. &c
3. T. Rabbits Best Laundry
Soap; special a cake.
Morgan's Sapolio; special at.-...- Sc
Soapine; special a package....... &C
Bracket Lamps, complete with
burner, chimney. fount and re-
fector
''Never-Sag'' Curtain stretchers
FOR ------..........,..s
Third floor.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
Withdrawal Atlantic City Special

Via Pennsylvania Railroad Last train north
bound will leave WASHINGTON Saturday, SepteIn.
Der u; southbound. leave Atlantic City Monday.
September IL
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
SI.oo to Frederick, Keedysville for An
tietam, Hagerstown, Harper's Ferry
and Winchester

And return. Leaving Washington, via Balti
more and Ohio Railroad, Al Sunday, Septem-
Der 13. Returning. leave Winchester and Hagers-
town at 6, Keedysvilie 6:20 Hsrper's Ferry
and Frederick at pm. same day.
The Washington times., 1903-09-11

U. S. Marine Band in Grand Concert
At Chevy Chase Lake this evening from 1880 TO
9. Dancing in pavilion from 10 IL
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
sI.as to Baltimore and Return sr.s.

Via PennsxIvania Railroad. Tickets on sale
Saturday and sunday. September IL and IL.
limited to last train leaving Baltimore, Sunday,
18th. All trains excepts Congressional Limited
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
Glassware

MaBOn's Fruit Jars, pOrceIain-
lined tops. Special prices as fol-
lows:
Quart size. One-half Gal. Size
3i2c. 4Ac.
Jelly Glasses with top: clear
glass; any size. Special each. &c
Thin blown Table Tumblers, spe-
cial at. &C
Punch Bowls. regulation size. in
imitation cut pattern. Spe-
clal at -1Sc
Water or Lemonade Sets in green
or blue. large pitcher. with
tumbiers. Special a set. .i9c
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
Crockery

Toilet Sets of blue print. includ-
ing wash basin. pitcher. COW
cred chamber and soap dish
Tor ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS .Soc
Slop Jars. blue print with cover
and handle; special CSC
Wash Basins. blue print for. .2ec
Covered Chambers of blue print
Tor -zSc
3-pint Water Pitchers for. .10c
LOCO White Slop Jars for each. .4sc
The Washington times., 1903-09-11
Needs of the [ oi1et

Curatina, antiseptic for
the complexion. toilet.
bath, nursery. and all
skin diseases. spe- DEC
cial, 2 cakes for..... 81
The Washington times., 1903-09-11

Kann's Antiseptic Bor-
acic Acid Skin Soap. con-
tains 5 per cent boracic
acid; highly recommend
ed by physicians. 10c
15c cakes for. ~