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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
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and spoil the childl
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POTOMAC RIVER BOATS.
THE wEENs erEANnOAT

THE WkE46 GTEAkBOAT 90.
- Spring 0chedule-in Eject March N lnoN
steamers Calvert and Potomac WIN have III n.
Pm for River handbags and B.itinoss. srrs,i,s
In Baltimore early Tuesday, Tburrday ana est.S
Gay morning., Returning. WIN leave Pier No. 9.
lEht st. Baltimore. every Tuesday. Thursday an1
Saturday At pm. arriving In Washington early
Monday. Thursday and Saturday uaoruings Accom-
podstion for p:ssenge,s unsurpassed. Baitnoes,
river freight must b prepaid. ETEPHENsoN =
BRO. Agents. Telephone Main 74S. mhi2 Il II
z: 8. RANDALL POTOMAC RIVER LINE CO.
DAILY STEAMERS FOR RIVER LANDINGS
Monday and Wednesday at pm for Colonial
Beach. Colton's and intermediate landings and
landings In Wicomico river and Nomini and Lower
Machodoc creeks, Va. Saturdays at an for
Colonial Beach and intermediate landings, and
Bushwood, Rock Point, Colton's, Currioman and
landings In Nomini creek.
Sunday. Tuesday and Thursday at an foe
landings to Colonial Beach and Maddox creek.
UNITED STATES MAIL ROUTE
WASHINGTON, d. c., TO GLYMONT Md
and intermediate landings
The STEAMER ESTELLE RANDAII~-Daiiy ex.
cept Sunday, o am. Returning about 4:3o pm
Passenger accommoda lions FIRST class. FREIGHT N.
cetved untif within q half hour Of sailing
E. g. RANDALL. Manager. phone I1es. GRO.
o; CARplNTER: Genera! Agent. washinstoa.
andria. phone 80. au3-tf-22
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
Company Of Minute Men Mustered.

A company has been formally mustered
for the list Regiment of Minute Men. with
M. M. Moore captain. William H. Love first
lieutenant, James Graham second neuten-
ant. The dress parade after the usual drill
was participated In by the seven companies
and the field and staff officers, Col. M. A.
Winter in command
fife and drum corps has been organized
composed of members of the Henderson
Drum Corps, under the supervision of Capt
w. r. Peddle and Capt. Granville Frenald
The corps was formally mustered by Capt
M. M. Lewis Wednesday. Col. M. A. Win
ter has appointed Fred w. Dudley leader
and the organization will be known as the
Minute Men Military Band, and will
company the detail to New York and take
part In the features at Madison Square
Garden October and 7.
The personnel of the band as organized
is: Fred w. Dudley, Arthur J. Bryan, Reeve
A. Holmes, Edward E. McKenna, Samuel
A. Pitts. William e. Tip Carman G. Guam
trille. Henry j. Johnson, Asa De La Vergne,
David Sullivan, Peter Murray and Charles
Dant.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
IE[Z|EV[E(N ULCERS
On One Limb Excruciatinq
Pain Physicians Lit
tie Value.
CURED BY CUTICURA

II wish to say that my mother has been a VIC
tim to ulcers from varicose veins for thirty five
years. Eleven Of these terrible have existed
at one time the limb affected. Excruciating
pain and intense suffering endured with all
sorts Of remedies trial and numberless physt-
clans calls and prescriptions applied but all prac
tically with but little benefit. However, at last
the remedial agent found in Cuticura Oint-
ment which surely proved it's weight in gold,
alternating pain and causing healing processes to
commence and cure speedily effected.
''She has also used the Cuticura Ointment with
marked benefit in erysipelas of the face and &C.
zema. The Cuticura Soap has also established
record only as the best; cleansing, purifying and
healing in Its nature, having proved itself most
excellent and valuable auxiliary to the Cuticura
Ointment. l would remark that this testimonial is
entirely unsolicited, being a voluntary contribu-
tion for humanity's sake, and the commsndation Of
the Cuticura Remedies to the fullest confidence be-
Ing satisfied Of their purity genuineness and almost
miracles wrought"
FL. L. MORSE,
March 10, 1898. Cabot, VT.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22

Charles Werner. coal merchant, has pur-
chased, through Stone & Fairfax, several
houses at 10th street and Florida avenue
northwest for $4,000 cash. which he will
hold for an investment.
Stone & Fairfax have recently sold prop
critics to several prominent persons who
are investing their capital in Washington
real estate. They have also sold this week
the following: 1907 Kenyon street, Column
ba Heights, for F. A. Blundon S. 600; 1861
and 1863 u street northwest for Chas. W.
King, for 800 424-26 9Th street northeast
for L. A. Drury, for $500; 1902 Sheridan
street northwest for M. L. Johnson, for
5000: 1916 New Jersey avenue northwest
for l.. e. Breuninger. for 5000; 443 9th street
southwest for M. McInerney. for 81, $50; 12O
S street northwest for NJ l.. johnson. for
1880: 302 and 304 Florida avenue north
west for Hill & Cornell: 202 F street north
east for J. w. Lynch. and for f. A See
bring 6H G street northeast.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
Bridge Material Delivered.

The American bark sAuburndale, with a
large cargo of Georgia pine lumber aboard
from Savannah, WAS brought into port yes
terday morning by the tug Camilla, and
anchored at the forkssof the channel. Her
cargo, it Is stated. Is to be used in the
work of building the new Long bridge. The
bark had quick passage up the coast,
having sailed from Charleston about a
week ago. = The tug met her at the mouth
of the river "Wednesday andstowed her into
port. She was bertheds at one of the
wharves in the upper end Of the harbor last
night and began the unloading of her cargo
today. When she Is anloaded she will
go to Norfolk for a cargo of hogshead
slaves and headings for Demerara and Ber-
bice, South America.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
REPORTS RESULTS.
Detective Muller's Visit to Rockville
to Identify Alleged Murderer.

Upon his return to the city yesterday aft
ernoon Detective Muller reported to Cap
tain Boardman the result Of his trip to
Rockville, his mission having been to see
the supposed Italian who was under arrest
there. Captain Boardman did not attach
Importance enough to the case to have the
prisoner brought to this city, but con-
cluded instead to have Detective Muller re-
turn to Rockville and take with him two
Of the women who saw the murderer Of
Kate Jordan wheE he left the house OF his
victim in Hillsdale the night before Christ
mas They will probably go to the Mont
gomery county Jail tomorrow.
The man under arrest, stated in yes
treday's Star, gives his name as George
Washington, and says he was born in Win
ston. N. c. He was arrested ten days ago
by Deputy Sheriff Cahill at Gaithersburg.
and has since been in the county Jail. At
the time Of his arrest and since he has
been in Jail he has not been communicative
Deputy Sheriff Selby said to the detective
yesterday that he thought the man was
feigning insanity. He has the appearance
the water for many months: His hair 1s
long and kinky, and his clothing hardly
covers his body. The Maryland authori-
ties will give him a bath and otherwise
prepare him to be seen by the witnesses
from this city.
When the detective entered the prisoners
cell yesterday and addressed him he showed
no desire to converse. 1t was not until he
was asked If he wanted to leave the prison
that he responded to what was said to him
promptly answering in the affirmative.
He was able to write his name and also
the name of the town in which he said he
born. He never admitted that he
knew Kate Jordan or that he had ever
been in Hillsdale. So far as he could re-
member he said he had not had any trouble
with a woman in his life. When he worked
in the corn fields in North Carolina, he
said he owned a knife, but he had never
used 1t on a woman.
washington is said to be the man who
was pursued about the county all last win
ter. and who thought to be an Italian.
Detective Muller went to Maryland several
times in search of that man. but was I'M
able to overtake him. The stranger slept
In hay ricks and barns, and his appearance
at farm houses frightened number of peo
pie.
There Is no charge against him in Mary
land. He is held on suspicion that he may
be insane. The authorities there are will
ing to surrender him to the police here, but
Captain Boardman does not want to have
the stranger on his hands, to be cared for
at the expense of the District, unless he has
actually committed an offense here.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
Alleged Embezzlement.

Charles II. Haddaway. formerly employ
ed as a driver at the Frazee laundry, 2l17
E street northwest, was arrested by De-
tectives Parham and OBrien last night on
warrant charging embezzlement The
warrant was issued on complaint of Jas
F. Broadbent manager of the laundry.
who alleges that Haddaway while in his
employ on Sth instant collected $5.14 from
Harry A. Zech of 429 9th street northwest,
which he failed to turn in.
After having a preliminary hearing in
the Police Court this morning Haddaway
was held under $500 bonds to await action
by the grand jury.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
EXCURSIONS TOMORROW.

Steamer Pentz for River View at IL a.H.'
2: As and $50 pm.
Steamer Manchester for Marshall Hall at
IL a m. 2:3O and $50 pm.
Steamer Norfolk for Fortress Monroe and
Norfolk at $3.50 pm.
Steamer Arrowsmith for Colonial Beach
at S:45 am.
Randall line for landings to Colonial
Beach and Maddox creek at am.
Steamer Louise leaves 32d and Canal
streets for Great Falls at $50 am.
Weems line for Baltimore and river land
ings at pm.
Trains leave District line station for
Chesapeake Beach at 9:15, 1890 II 80 m,
LBS, 2:3O. 3:l5, AIS, 5:35, 1870 and 8 pm.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22

The Army and Navy Register announces
the death of Mrs. Elizabeth r. Thornton,
the widow of Pay Director Gilbert E.
Thornton. United States navy. which oc-
CURED in New Bedford, Mass, the 18th
instant. 1t is added that Mrs Thornton
was known for her widespread hospitality.
which she extended both at her home and
abroad. "She was ever thoughtful Of the
pleasure and comfort of others, and
through her kind and courteous manner
won the love and admiration of those whose
privilege it was to be counted among her
friends. ParticuaaTly1swill her presence be
missed by the yeaznssr people of the navy
to whom her kindnes9swas unlimited while
to add to, their happiness was her greatest
pleasure"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
Launch Louise Ready for Service.

The handsome power launch Louise, be-
longing to Mr.. A. H. Gregory, secretary
of the Groceryman's Association, is hauled
out on the marine railway at Capt. Sonny
Reagan's boat yard for the cleaning of her
hull and for painting. The Louise is
recent addition to the Potomac feet of
pleasurecraft and is one of the most speedy
on the river. She Is about thirty feet long.
Is housed In the entire length and is fitted
out with all the latest features in pleasure
craft equipment. She has sleeping accom-
modations for six or eight persons, and is
driven by seven horsepower Globe engine.
The craft will be launched ready for ser
vice late this afternoon
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
New Wharf on Old Site

new wharf is being built at the foot of
1917 street southwest and made ready for
service. Several years ago the buildings
which formerly stood on this wharf, and
the wharf itself, were destroyed by fire.
Recently the wharf was leased from the
District by Mr.. John Miller. and he Is
having it put in good order and will use it
in his business and a berth for his tugs
and barges. The wharf will be ready for
service in about ten days.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
Accidentally Shot,

George Waters, twenty-seven years old,
who has charge of the shooting gallery at
Cabin John Bridge, was accidentally made
a target Of by one of the patrons of the
gallery last night. He received the small
piece of lead in his right arm. The acct
dent was the result of his reaching in
front of the target to get something Just
as a shot was fired. The wound is painful.
but not serious. He came to the city and
went to the Emergency Hospital, where
the wound was dressed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
Car Collides With Carriage.

car on Brightwood avenue struck a
carriage last night near the intersection
of Bismarck street and threw the occu-
pants out. Miss Dorothy Denham of 1895
Princeton street and Mr.. Stewart Little
of 1874 Princeton street were injured. They
were taken home in private conveyance
Their vehicle was badly damaged
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
Remuneration of Trust.

Henry X. Willard named as co-executor
with Charles ]. Bell and James r. Garfield
by the will of Jean M. d. Lander. today
filed with the register of wills a formal re-
nunciation of the trust imposed by the will.
He asks the court to proceed with the adj
ministration of the estate as though he had
not been mentioned in the will
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
EXCURSIONS

Vacations that are limited to few days
out Of town could be spent In no manner
more beneficial and enjoyable than at Old
Point Comfort, going on one of the spe-
cfal Friday or Saturday evening excursions
OF the Norfolk and Washington Steamboat
Company. For these trips a special rate is
made. and tickets are good returning up to
and including Monday evening.
A special trip to Old Point Comfort and
Norfolk has been arranged for Labor Day
by the management Staterooms may now
be reserved.
The Marine Band concerts continue to be
the most popular feature at Chevy Chase
Lake, although on these cool evenings the
Rustic Theater is well filed to view the
motion pictures. A new series is presented
weekly, the most popular subjects being
chosen. The concerts begin at 7:SO. con-
tinuing until o. when the band shifts to the
dancing pavilion. A special program has
been arranged for the sacred concert to-
morrow evening.
Cool river breezes always blow at Mar
shall Hall. and the shade trees and spacious
porches of the mansion afford ample pro-
lection from the warm rays of the sun.
There are other attractions to make Sunday
pleasant outing. The Marshall Hall Band
VIII be heard in concert music both on
the boat and grounds. Table dhote din
ner is served all day and evening. The
steamer Charles Manchester will leave for
Marshall Hall tomorrow at II am, $40
and $50 PM, returning leave the hall at
1, and 8 o'clock pm.
Indian Head trip this evening at $50
O'Clock and every evening at the same hour
except Sundays and tournament day, Au-
gust Is.
Mfrth. merriment and music will be the
order of the day at River View tomorrow,
Sunday. when another of the German Or
CARNATIONS of the city. the Mannerchor
Will have Its annual August outing. These
German society outings have been unusual
ly popular this year. Sunday the feature of
the day will be the vocal concerts by the
members Of the Saengerbund and the in
strumental concerts by the River View Or
chestra. under the direction of Prof. Chris
Arth. The little river. the Tom Thumb rail-
way chute and all the other attractions
will be ready to furnish amusement.
The steamer T. V. Arrowsmith will to-
trips to Colonial Beach. She will leave the
8 As am. and Alexandria at 9:15 am. No
further stops will be made and the beach
will be reached about l pm. Four hours
will be given there to have a salt water
bath. to crab or fish. On the return trip
the steamer will reach home about IL pm
Trips are now being made to Colonial
Beach every morning at S:45 o'clock, except
Monday and Saturday. On the Saturday
afternoon trip the steamer Harry Randall.
leaves here at 5:45 pm. for Colonial Beach
and Colton's.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
q. J. ARNOLD LIES ABROAD.
Washingtonian Hu1denly Expires at
Douglaa! Isle Of Man.

Mr.. G. ]. Arnoldiof this city, formerly of
Brooklyn. N. Y, and; an employe of the
government printing atice. died suddenly
August at Douglas. Lille Of Man. Mr.. and
Mrs. Arnold withasa party of friends left
Washington July q for trip to Europe,
and after a most deltRttful tour were visit
ing the Isle of Man. intending to return
here on the oceaAic. august II, when on
stepping from thesstemer at Douglas, Mr..
Arnold suddenly fsll dad. The many Iowa
BILE qualities OF the Diseased had endeared
him to large circle az friends. by whom
the sincerest sympatfU is felt for the be-
reaved widow. He was Mason Of several
years standing, ands az member Of the Mys-
tic Shrine.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
Are You Satisfied

inquiries small folder In the hands of
thoughtful young people. No" answers q
bright girl, land shall not be until / have
taken full double course in Spencerian
business College. Then my position In nfe
prospects. surroundings, aims, ambitions
and ability to help my family will be as
sured and fulfilled"
That's the way to talk. said her friend
and neighbor, Il have Just registered there
for just those reasons" See educational
Advertisement,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
Filed for Probate.

The will of Eliza J. Burghardt, dated in
December, 1880 was today filed for probate.
The testators property is devised to her
daughter, ]. Elizabeth Burghardt, should
she be unmarried, II not then the estate is
to be divided between the two daughters OF
the decedent. ]. Elizabeth Burghardt is
named as executrix
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
Naval Veterans Meet.

regular meeting OF Spanish War Naval
Veterans was held Thursday evening at 800
I'd street southeast, Capt. Jose p, McCrink
commanding. and Lieut.. Charles Engle
serving secretary. Commander Keffer
reported on the bill to be presented to Con-
gress granting the men who served three
years during the war the two months extra
pay which the one-year veterans received
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
Lees Companions Caught.

Two boys who gave their names as Geo.
DELAY and Benjamin Roberts were arrest
ed at Benning yesterday afternoon by Po-
liceman Russell and sent to the house Of
detention. They came here from Charles
ton s. c., several days ago with the boy
Robert E. Lee who was placed In custody
recently. Unless arrangements are made
to send them home they will be tried in the
juvenile court Monday.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
Government Land Being Fenced In.

A large force of workmen Is engaged in
building a high board fence about the
tract of land recently purchased by the
naval authorities, to the westward of the
navy yar,, between NJ street and the East
ern branch. This tract has been formally
placed in charge of the commanding officer
at the navy yard. and marine guard has
been stationed on 1t to keep trespassers
away. A large number of piles have been
delivered on the property and bulkhead is
to be built along the water front.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
Best Flea Destroyers.
Schmid's. 712 18th street.

A fve-year-old colored boy whose name
was given as Minola Jackson fell from the
second story window at the home Of his
parents. 1894 Church row southwest, about
o'clock yesterday afternoon. He was in
tured about the body, but not seriously and
1t was not deemed necessary to remove
him to hospital. He was attended at
home by the family physician.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22

An alarm of fire was sounded about 100
o'clock this morning because of a slight
blaze on the premises of Patrick Mcdonnell,
731 Sth street southeast. The fire occurred
in a shed in rear of the house and did dam
age amounting to about SIS. What caused
the fire Is not known.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
Library Donated to University.

ing to the late DR.. N. s. Lincoln has been
given to Columbian University by Mrs
Lincoln. Altogether the books number
about 200 and many works of value are
included. This gift Will serve to enrich
the medical library Of the university, where
1t will be much appreciated
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
Colyar Wanted in Georgia.

A message wasereceived at police head
quarters last night yfving the information
that Arthur s. Eolyxr. the attorney who
was recently sent 70 the work house in
this city for false pretenses. as heretofore
published in The .Gtarsas wanted at Athens
Ga. Major Sylvester was asked to hold
Colyar for a reQsasitt1n. The papers from
Richmond will probably reach here Mon
day. 1t is likelyst that the court will have
to pass upon thesi question of Jurisdiction
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
$1,000 to Niagara Falls and Return via

b. Q. r. r. August 2S
Special Train of Pullman Parlor Cars and
Day Coaches from Washington $50 a. m.
Tickets good for ten days. Stopovers re-
turning. Via Philadelphia thence famous and
picturesque Lehigh Valley route Other
excursions September II, Is and October O.
Advertisement
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22

The fire department received a call this
morning about $40 o'clock and went to the
house of John Mccormick. 1901 26th street,
where an oil lamp had exploded. Happen
ing SO early In the morning the fire caused
excitement and -uneasiness. but the occu-
pants of the house escaped injury About
12O damage to the house and $50 to the
furniture was the result. The loss Is COW
cred by insurance.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
"Orriney Cures Drink Habit.

Scientific discovery for the absolute and
permanent cure of drunkenness, which ply
sicians recognize is a disease. Can be given
secretly in milk. tea coffee. without
patients knowledge. Money refunded If 1t
fails Sold by Orrine Co. SIT 14th St NV,
or Sims 14th st. and N. Y. ave; Williams +,
9th and SITS; Weller's. 755 Sth st. Sc, :;
Days 14th and SITS, Washington.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
Committed to Jail.

Delgodo Crofton. charged with appro-
prfating to his own use funds belonging to
DR.. Geo. M. Kober, was today committed
to Jail to await trial. Crofton was arrest
ed In New York and brought here this
morning.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
NORTH GERMAN LLOYD
East EXPRESS SERVICE.

FAST EXPRESS SERVICE.
PLYMOUTH-CHERBOUR
K.wm. H.Aug %. 7:Soan Kaiser. Sept. 20 10 am
Kaiser; Sept i 70 .. Kr0npr,, Oct. g. pm
KWm II Sep. 22,e:soan Kaiser. Oct n, 10 am
THE NEW TWIN-SCREw EXPRESS
8. g. KAISER WILHELM H."
TOT FEET-ls, 500 TONS-4o 600 HORSEPOWER
SAILS AUG. Is SEPT. 22, OCT 90
TWIN-SCREW PASSENGER SERVICE
PLYMOUTH-CHER BOURG-BREMEN.
Luise.: Aug y. Pm x. Albert. Sept. "a, noon
Friedrich Sept. 8. p0 Bremen. Oct. noon
parbar'ss Sept 10. nooa Friedrich. Oct 8, II am
Kurf'st Sept. II. pm Barbar SO. Oct. 49, noon
MEDITERRANEAN SERVICH
GIBRALTAR-NAPLES-G
Hchens'n. Aug. g. anIP. Irene. Oct. "a, II an
sss.e SEPT = Ia: HoSea:n Nsy IL g.
Hehsns'a;; OCT 70; ELF. Irene Dec; J.. II am
Apply to E. r. DROOP 02o Pa. ave.,
g.. fe062lt-9: Agent for Washiu9ton.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
Cane Nav Labor Dav Outing

Ten dollars cover all expenses from noon
Saturday. September 5, until midnight
Monday, September Z. High-class person
ally conducted excursion. Particulars B.
and o. offices.-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22

The eighth precinct patrol wagon was
summoned to Sd and T streets northwest
late last night to remove William Simms,
colOred twenty-six years old to the hos
pital. He had fallen on the sidewalk near
his home and cut his head. The police took
him to Freedman's Hospital.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-08-22
Bursting of Varicose Veins

is annoying. discomfiting and extremely
dangerous; can be prevented by wearing
elastic hosiery of proper tension. Also
Trusses Obesity Belts, Orthopedic Appa
ratuses, fitted by experts Clutches, Rub
Der Goods Cutlery, Surgical Instruments.
&c LEM & Lossau. formerly Ffscher's.
623 7th ST. NV. Lady attendant.