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Evening journal., 1903-03-10
board Of Health MeetIna.

The regular meeting Of the Board Of
Health was held this morning. but no
business of an important nature was
transacted. A number Of nuisances were
ordered abated. and several property own
ors forced TO go into sewers.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10
Match Plant in Operation.

The new plant Of the Newark Match
Company at Newark started in operation
several days ago, and is now manufactur-
ing matches. one Of the features OF the
new match is that when ignited the flame
attaches atself to the stick more thiclziy
than any ether match.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10
says ChiIdren Drink Beer

Every member of the Women's
Christian Temperance Union in VIII
.mington knows Mrs. Ella A. Boole,
state president Of New York. She fire.
auently has spoken and visited here,
and whatever She has to say is of in
terest. At meeting of temperance
women in New York one day this
week, Mrs. Boole spoke of the evil ef-
ects of drink in the home. especially
'vhere young people were brought un-
Ter its evil influence. Mrs. Booie fur
her stated that in some parts of the
Evening journal., 1903-03-10
Jacob Butts Funeral.

The funeral Of Jacob Butz was held yes
torday afternoon from his home. No. Si3
Poplar street. Services were held at tho
house by the Rev. Frederick Doerr, and
interment made I'm Wilmington and Bran
dywine Cemetery. A large delegation Of
Wilmington Lodge No. /, A. o. U. w.
ATTENDED the funeral A number Of mem-
bcrs OF Lafayette Lodge, "A. IS. a. n. =
were also present.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10
EIeeted FIre company Trustee.

AT the regular meeting Of the Union Fire
Company last night James B. wrighting-
ton was elected 10 an a vacancy IN tho
board Of trustees. Although Mr.. Wright
.ngton was unable TO be present on ac-
count Of sickness he was almost unani-
mously elected.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10
WIN Preach at ST. Iohr,s

The Rev. l.. n. Galley. Of Philadelphia,
viii preach at ST. Johns Episcopal Church
this evening Services will begin at 40
o'clock, and # is expected that large
number Of people win be present TO hear
this gifted speaker.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10
Opened a Cigar Store.

John ]. Crogan opened frst-class cigar
and tobacco store at No. 1905 West Sec
ond street today. He has been an for
some time. but has recovered sufficiently
to resume business. and hopes TO see his
friends at his new stand.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10
woodward 8 Bro. sen clover seea
The Yellow Garter

The yellow garter has been received and
an epidemic Of engagements Is expected fc
be the result The superstition runs that
the girl who wears yellow garter is sure
TO become engaged within a year Many
Of the matrons have been making these
ARTICLES Of feminine apparel and present.
ing them TO young women in whom they
are interested, so no one need be surprised
to hear Of engagements galore
Evening journal., 1903-03-10
Social and Personal Notes

Miss Elizabeth Doughton delightfully."-
entertained at cards at her home, No.
S04 Jackson street, last night.
Albert Singleton has returned TO Upland
after visit to Wilmington friends.
Miss Kate NJ. Horn and Harry L. Rich.
ardson, both Of Wilmington, were mar
ried on March 4 by the Rev. w. L. s
Murray. ID. D.. in st. Paurs parsonage.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10
woodward & Bro. sen pouItry win.
LENTEN GRocERTEs AT LYNCH,s

LENTEN GROCERIES AT LYNCHs.
Fresh Delaware Eggs; Deep Water
Goldfish, 12c. b.; Clam, Vegetable and
Tomato Soups, Zoe. can; Clam Chow
der 10c. and zoe. can; Crab Meat, zoe.
can; Smoked Herring and Kippered
White Fish, Sardines, Mackerel and
Samon. Fruits of all kinds. Stores:
Fourth and Madison streets. Eighth
and King streets.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10

Thought It Meant Death, Sure
Mrs. James AIcKim. of Dunnville, Ont,
says OF her almost miraculous cure
from heart disease by DR.. Agnew's
Cure for the Heart: until I began
taking this remedy 1 despaired of my
life. / had heart failure and extreme
prostration. One dose gave me quick
relief and one bottle cured me. The
.sufferings Of years were dispelled like
magic."-2.
Sold by Miller Drug Co, and n. b.
Danforth.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10
PLAYS AND PLAYERS

always on the spot to add a scene ito
his new play with a thrilhng snapshot Is
the central figure OF the production. He
always proves Johnny-on-the-spot whem-
ever there IS need Of his assistance, and
his humor Is so quaint and original that
one IS bound to laugh in spite Of him
self.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10
Manaaers VIII Receive.

The regular monthly meeting OF tho
Florence CriUenton Home will be held in
the lomc SOC West Fifth ST.. tomorrow
afternoon at o'clock. In connection with
the meeting the board Of managers win
give a reception ito the friends Of the
home Refreshments viii be served.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10
NJ. J. Dousherty.

our special prices as advertised for
Saturday and Monday will continue all
of this week. We are Offering great
bargains in towels and table linens.
232 King Street.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10

Builds up the system. puts pure, rich
blood in the veins; makes men and
women strong and healthy-Burdoclz
Blood Bitters. At amy drug store.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10
woodward 8 nro. seIl prunIng Tooll

Years OF suffering relieved In a
night Itching piles yield at once to
the curative properties of Doan's
Ointment Never fails. AT any drug
store, so cents.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10

No matter how long you have had
tho cough; il it hasn't already develop
ed into consumption DR.. Woods Nor
way Pine Syrup will cure it.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10

"I suffered for months from sore
throat Eclectrlc oil cured me in
twenty-four hours" NJ. S. Gist, Halves
vile, Ky.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10
Jr. o. U. A. M. Visit.

Elldon Council. Jr. o. U. A. NJ. does
ncr visit winona Council in this city, on
Tuesday evening as announced, but on
Thursday evening.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10

The young people of Wesley Church
viii give a sacred tableau at Wesley to-
night. A silver Offering win be taken.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10
5000 PIANO.

One cent "A chance. Bicycle Club Fair
in club house, 800 Washington street
Entertainments $50 and 10 D. m.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10
Dots Are the Rage

20 different style dots in India
and Foulard Silks, soc and 6sc a
yard.
You can depend every time on
the La France Shoe, we sell it for
ss.
A good time to buy a Sewing
Machine. We give you one of the
best for a third the price of others.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10
New Postage Stamps.

The new issue OF one and two cent
postage stamps were placed on sale ut IN,
postonice for the first time today.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10

"a Texas Steer" has always been con-
sidered the greatest money maker, and
now IN its fifteenth year, is continuing
right along In the even tenor Of its way
pillng up the money The production has
always been kept up TO the original stand
ard, and the companies have always been
evenly balanced and satisfactory. This
unique political satire will be seen at the
Grand Opera House on Friday night
Evening journal., 1903-03-10

In connection with the engagement Of
II. r. Tayior's latest success, "A Break
for Liberty" In FIVE acts, founded on the
notorious Biddle brothers case. TO be seen
at the Grand Opera House this afternoon
and tonight it Is hardly necessary to more
than announce Dts appearance, as the story
Of the play has attracted such Worldwide
reputation. Special scenery is carried for
every ao., and an unusually strong COM
pany has been secured by the manage
mont. Jacobs and Underner.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10

"The Minister'S Daughters" an ex-
cellent melodrama. opened an engage
mcnt of three nights and three matt
nees at the cosy little Lyceum Theatre
yesterday. The company is a capable.
evenly balanced one and the scenery
and equipment are on an elaborate
scale. The play is ful lof heart interest
and was warmly received. The en-
gagement viii end on Wednesday
night.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10

Read the Evening Journal for ali the
news.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10

The followers OF vaudeville were
evidently pleased with the opening per-
.formances OF the week at Dockstader's
yesterday II one is to judge by the re-
ception they offered. The features Of
the bill are Louise Sylvester and
Charles Cowles in a new comedy act
entitled "Ye Village Courtship; - Sem
ator Frank Bell. well-lnown as the
"Rube Whipple" of the ''Way Down
East" Company; Mr.. and Mrs. Harry
Ellsworth I'm a comedy sketch. The
silk Stocking" and the Lannon'S i'm a
refined acrobatic turn. Sylvester and
Cowles are well-known to those famil-
lar with the best-known comedy COM
panies. and their new act is "a good one.
Senator Bell offers brand new act. IL
is IN the nature OF a monologue, and is
decidedly witty and entertaining. in
Producing as an encore his famous
song. "All Bound Round With
Wooden String" HALEY and Meehan.
in dancing speciality; Martinett and
Grossi, premier surprise artists;
Lynch and Jewell. in dancing and
singing act; the younger Ellsworths in
n juvenile specially and Miss Annie
Whitney. an entertaining comedienne,
are all on the bill for the week 1t is
an excellent combination in every way
and the opening performances augur
well for big week at the house.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10

Blaneys best American melodrama,
Across the Pacific" win be the attraction
at tha Lyceum on Thursday afternoon.
There IS enough action in this play to
suit the desires OF every kind Of theatre
goer. humor and pathos, laughter and
tears are intermingled in pleasant har-
mony. The popular little comedian, Harry
CLAY Blaney. who Is known tn the play
as Willie Live, a reporter with a camera
Evening journal., 1903-03-10

There are more girls with pretty faces
in Manager Bothner's presentation Of "A
Bunch Of Keys" than have been projected
into theatrical vision On many a day. II
the performance possessed no other att
traction h would be notable IN this be-
cause the entire group Of women are
young and unconventional, and they look
so much fresher and brighter than the
usual crownins farce comedy. "A Bunch
OF Keys" viii be presented at the Grand
Opera House on Wednesday afternoon and
night.
Evening journal., 1903-03-10

one Of tho greatest successes Of the pres
emit season. and one that viii surely please
all lovers Of pure unalloyed fun will be
Manager John Curran's grand production
OF "Reuben IN New York" which will be
presented here at the Grand opera House
on Saturday afternoon and night. Any
thing more amusing than the portrayal Of
THE doings Of Reuben. with many compli-
Gated tribulations can hardly be conceived.
His drohery and dry humor must be seen
and heard ere the funniest Of lines cam be
appreciated. The dialogue is said to- be
refreshingly Irresistible as laugh producer,
the songs catchy, the music enhancing
and the specialties both new and novel.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-08-11
FINANCIAL NEWS
BULLS AND BEARS.

Wall Street. Aug. 1.-THE tone or the
opening stock market was hesitating and
irregular with some wide changes in
both directions followed by feyerish fuc-
tutation. Canadian Pacinc and Colorado
and Southern preferred rose III: New
York Central and Manhattan IL and
Wheeling andI.ake Erie a point.
Consolidated Gas fell lN and there was
large fractional declines in Atchison. the
Pacifcs. United States Steel and Erie.
The majority ofthe stocks were higher
The evidence Of support In, the market
prompted short covering by the bears
Prices were lifted ] a 2 points over last
night for Reading, Southern Railway pre-
ferred. Cleveland c. C. and CT Louis,
Baltimore Il Ohio. Delaware and Hud-
son. Missouri Pacific and the Gould
and Amalagamted. Small investment buy
ing In odd lots was conspicuous. The
grangers Jagged and were sold apparently
to TAX eproits on the government corn
report which was considered favorabls
Rutland preferred sold q points lower
than the preceding sale In April Atchi-
son fell a point before IL O'clock and the
whole list yielded In sympathy. Trading
turned dull
The market became extremely sluggish
and dull and prices were suspended Q
little about the low level Reading was
lifted again 10 the best without response
elsewhere. Peoria and Eastern rose and
Nashville, Chattanooga and St. Louis 21s
Chicago and Eastern Illinois certif-
Gates fell IA. Prices receded at noon,
Union Pacific and st. Paul falling q point
Bonds were firm.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-08-11
MUNICIPAL COURT.

In the Municipal court Of the city of
Providence today. Judge Sphinx took ac-
ton in the following cases:
Petitions for the sale OF real estate were
granted In these cases: Estate OF Minnie
w. Colp. for not less than $l7b: estate OF
Eliza J. Bran for 1000. bond, 5000: estate Of
Mary G. Newoomb for not less than s176.
bond 500. and for the estate of Daniel J.
O'Connell and others.
The commissioner report was allowed
for the estate of James III. McCabe.
The petition for the appointment OF a
guardian for Jane L. Carnes, who Is
OF full age, was continued and notice
ordered. Guardians were appointed for
Frank L. Cole. who is OF full age and
for John r. Hayden.
The petition for the appointment OF an
administrator for the estate OF Joseph
George Bourbeau was granted. as was
also that for an administrator for the es-
tate OF John Sherman.
The administration accounts for the es-
tates OF Henry Il. Pearse and Henry h.
Potter were settled and wills were proved
for the estate OF Catherine u. Salisbury
and Susan NJ. Taylor.
For the latter estate an administra
tor was also appointed
Permission was given 20 mortgage the
real estate for the estate OF Virginia
winterbctham for 5000 and the bond fixed
at 5000.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-08-11
PROFITS
ON ASPHALT
100000
New York Police Commissioner
Says He Does Not Regret
Matter Is Before Courts.

New York, Aug 11.--Commissioner
Greene returned to his desk at police
headquarters yesterday after a six weeks
vacation in the west in company with
Gov. Odell. Interest in his arrival cen
tired in what he would say about the
charge of Receiver Tatnall of the Asphalt
company of America, that he (Gen.
Greene) had made some $4,000, 900 by
transferring stock Of other asphalt com
panies 10 the trust.
The. commissioner received the report
ers pleasantly and was very willing TO
talk about his western trip and police
affairs. How about asphalt?' he was
finally asked.
There is what / have to say about
asphalt. and that is ALL" was the reply.
as he handed the following typewritten
statement TO each reporter present:
/ am not surprised that the asphalt
controversy has been taken into court.
and do not regret II. for now judicial
decision binding upon all concerned will
take the place OF partisan criticism.
The receiver claims that certain profits
were made, and that they belong TO the
company and not TO individuals. His
claims will be vigorously contested and
the case will be carried To the court Of
last resort
feel confident that the decision will be
against the receiver but IL the courts de-
termine otherwise and finally decide that
I have injured anyone. I must of course
abide by the decision and make repara-
tion TO the utmost limit OF my ability.
When the Asphalt company of America
was formed was guided by the advice of
the best counsel l could obtain. ! shall
take the same course now, and shall not
further discuss the matter except I'm
court
To all further questions Cen. Greene re-
peated that this statement embodied all
he had to say as 10 asphalt.
How about those rumors that you are
going 10 resign from the department.
one OF the reporters asked him.
Not a word OF truth in them" was
the brief reply.
In regard TO his trip Commissioner
Greene said:
Il am back from a most delightful trip
OF 10000 miles Part of II. the Canadian
part, was new TO me, and the other of
the country l was glad 10 see again.
had no adventures. 1t was all pleasure
While In Yellowstone Park / met Jack
Baronet, who was my guide there 2s years
ago. I spent six days in the park. No,
l had no hunting: It is not allowed in the
park"
Did you hear any political talk out
West. Commi ssioner?"
"All I heard was universal admiration
for President Roosevelt. This admiration
was not confined TO Republicans alone
There Is practically universal prosperity
In the west Everybody there is 30 pros
porous that the people are wondering
what Is the matter with Wall street"
General Green said the first official work
he had done on his return 20 duty was
the appointment ~ S2l new patrolmen to
nll existing vacancies in the department
The men were appointed from the list
furnished by the Civil Service commission.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-08-11
KILLED ON
THUNDER
MOUNTAIN
Mr.. Benefits Head Was Caught
Between Wagon and Tree.
Death Was instant.

New York. Aug. 1.-THE fact that Philo
s. Bennett. the senior member Of the
wholesale grocery and tea importing firm
OF Bennett. Sloan g. Company had been
killed at Thunder Mountain, Ida, was
not known by the members of the firm
until the news was read in today's pa
pers. Later a telegram from DIR. r. Il.
Melville Cramer from Boise. telling OF the
accident was received stating:
Terrible catastrophe coming down
mountain. Brake broke. Wagon in turn
ing pinned Mr.. Benefits head against
a tree killing him instantly. Inform Mrs.
Bennett. Have had body embalmed.
Await instructions. My injuries not allow
me 10 travel for several days"
Mr.. Bennett, accompanied by DIR.
Cramer, s. b. Whittier OF Brooklyn and
o. J. Gaige OF Philadelphia went 10 Idaho
about three weeks ago TO inspect some
mines as well as on pleasure.
Mr.. Benefits home was in New Haven
Conn. He had formerly been a leading
Republican but bcame one OF Mr. Bryan 8
most intimate friends In the east and was
a presidential elector from Connecticut
on the Bryan ticket in the last campaign
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-08-11
INTERSTATE ". C. 7. U.
Opening SsssIsn Of the Organization RsId
at Old Orchard, Me.

Old Orchard. Me. Aug. IL The opening
steeting OF the three days session OF the
Interstate Womens Christian Temper
anos union institute of the New England
states. and temperance conference was
devoted TO a literary program, which in
cluded opening remarks by Mrs l. NJ ~
etsvens of Portland. president Of the Ma
t5onaa W. c. 7. u. Words of welcome were
extended by Rev. /. Luce. president OF
the Old Orchard Beach camp meeting
association. and Mrs. Sophia Harvey,
president OF the Old Orchard w. G. Il. ".
The w. c. T. u. institute opened at 1913;
included addresses by the state presi-
dents OF New England and others. Miss
Anna A. Gordon, vice president OF the
National w. c. T. u, spoke on De
partmental Work. It's Relation to the w.
C.. T. u"
The afternoon program included ad-
dresses by Rev. Almon s. Bisbee of
Brunswick. formerly a deputy sheriff
under the late Rev. Samuel r. Pearson
of Portland. and by Rev. ]. w. Bash
ford. president OF Ohio Wesleyan sem
mary.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-08-11
MAKING
GOOD HIS,
SHORTAGE
\. u. Taylor Issues a Statement
Saying Hs Is Trying TO Deserve
Confidence Of Community.

New Haven. Aug. 1i.-Henry II. Tay-
his position as clerk in the freight Of
nce OF the New York. New Haven &
Hartford Railroad company, after many
years service there has issued a signed
statement to the press in which he ac-
knowledges Incorporating funds Of
the railroad.
He adds. however that the funds have
been made good TO a considerable extent
Mr.. Taylor was formerly superintendent
OF the Calvary Baptist Sunday school
and a director OF the Young Men s
Christian association. II is said by al
tering the value OF the accounts OF the
freight office at Belle dock. Taylor
robbed the railroad company 10 the ex-
tent OF $4,000. The shortage was discov-
cred by the auditors In examining the
books and IL was made good by Colonel
William r. Morgan, the freight agent
who employed Taylor. and who Is bond
ed by the company 10 the extent OF
SIS. 600
Taylor Is said TO have since sold all
his property and paid over part OF the
amount OF his shortage. He is now en-
gagged In the wholesale coal business IN
this city and in hts statement declares
himself endeavoring TO prove 10 the com
munity that he is worthy OF its conf
dence His statement is endorsed by
Pierce n. Walch. president of the Young
Mems Christian association, William G.
Lott, general secretary OF the associa-
ton, George Deming. acting secretary OF
the Connecticut Sunday School associa-
ton and Rev. George II. Ferris, pastor
of Calvary Baptist church.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-08-11
POLICEMAN
SUED FOR
$1,000
Mr.. Barows Claims PatroIman
Kelley Assaulted and ImprIs.
oned Him Without Warrant

Just what right a citizen OF this city
has to walk along the highways late at
night or In the early morning hours Is in
volyed In the suit brought by Arthur c.
BarTows against Pauolnan Edward J.
Kelly.
Mr. Barows being unable 10 sleep on
the 9th OF last June started out for
walk on Elmwood avenue. friend who
was visiting him also went for a walk.
The two men were challenged by Pa
trOlman Kelly The interview was not a
pleasant one according 10 the declara ton
filed by Mr. Barrows In the common pleas
division OF the supreme court IL is
claimed by Mr.. Barrows that officer
Kelly assaulted and roughly handled
him. Besides Mr. Barrows was taken to
the Seventh police station and confined
there for some time without probable
cause.
The police commissioners on complaint
being made To them stood by the officer
Mr.. Barrows sues 10 recover $1,000 and
his attorneys are Littlefield & Barrows.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-08-11

Last night the Carpentery union, No.
262 met at their rooms IN the Labor tam
pie. No business OF Importance was
transacted beyond the discussion Of the
establishment OF a union for the French
carpenters. and the approving OF the re-
ports OF the various comrnsttees.
The committee on Labor Day arrange
ments reported that plans were in a fair
way TO completion and prospects for
winning the prize for the best turnout
on the day of the parade were very
bright A large number OF the members
OF the union were present.
The union OF Musicians met last night
and proceeded through n large amount
OF regular business. They have another
meeting tomorrow morning. after which
the business Of the two meetings will be
made public.
At present there Is not a machintst in
any Of the company's shops al Spring
field
Members OF the striking Horseshoers'
union, according 10 plans voted upon at
last nights meeting are today Visiting
the shops as individuals and UP 10 one
O'clock not one had returned 20 the
rooms at the temple. n this can mean
anything a Is that the men have all been
received back at satisfactory pay The
seeming difficulties have vanished and
all apears 10 he plain sailing now.
There may possibly he some develop
ments later however. which will again
postpone a settlement. as the men say
that ~ the masters DO not discharge nom
union men and hire union men in their
stead the shops will remain on the un-
fair list Mr. Hackett, the business
agent, seems 90 be of the opinion that
another meeting viii convene this even
ing. at which the strikers will report
upon their individual SUCCESS through
the day. At this meeting will be dis
cussed the proper attitude for the future
The Psrbers union met In large body
last night 10 complete the business OF
tho previous meeting. This pertained to
the early closing of the shops IL was
decided last night 90 request the master
BARRIERS 20 close early. the new working
day 10 begin It's operation on the ath
instant The union feels that the request
will be granted and committee OF seven
was appointed 20 canvsss the shops 10
ascertain how many OF the employers
would accept tho cards OF public notffi-
alton. which the committee are having
printed The union also decided TO turn
out I'm uniform on Labor Day. Al last
nights meeting seven applications were
received and i've new members were
taken I'm.