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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-04-07
ROCKVILLE AND VICINITY.
Spirited Contest for Nomination Be-
tween Democratic Aspirants.

Special Correspondence of The Evening Star.
ROCKVII LIE, Md, April 9. 1903.
The contest for the democratic nominal
ton for states attorney for Montgomery
county is beginning to wax warm. The
contestants are Mr.. H. Maurice Talbot.
the incumbent, and Mr.. Robert B. Peter,
one of the younger members of the ROCK
vile bar. 1t is stated that Mr.. Peter has
all along sympathized with the Independent
element of his party, while Mr.. Talbot has
just as consistently been a pronounced reg
ular. Such being the case it was generally
supposed at the outset Of the fight that the
party organization would solidly support
the latter. Such, however, has not proved
to be the case It is known that Mr.. Peter
numbers among his supporters several OF
the most influential regulars, and it Is
rapidly becoming apparent that before the
contest is many days older factional lines
will have been entirely obliterated.
Each gentleman processes confidence If
his ability to land the nomination, but to
the unbiased observer the outcome Of the
fight is at this early stage difficult to de-
termine. There is no doubt that 1t will be
battle royal, and the Indications at this
time are that the vote will be close
Mrs. Henry J. Schoenthal of South
Dakota is the guest of Miss Isabel Bouic At
Miss Sadie Bradley of this county.
The Rockville assembly has issued invi-
tations for Its annual Easter dance to be
given In the opera house the evening of
April IA. A committee. consisting of
Messrs Somerville Dawson. Edward Eng
land, Hugh Glascott, Edwin Hege, John
Higgins and Randolph Mason is in charge
of the arrangements. The chaperons will
be Mrs. Harry A. Dawson. Mrs. George P.
Henderson. Mrs Benjamin Riggs and Mrs.
Richard H. Stokes.
The unusual condition Of an empty jail
at Rockville was announced here Saturday
morning, when the last prisoner, an old
man who was held as a vagrant, was sent
on his way rejoicing. Usually this institu-
ton Is we'll filled. and to be without a sin
gle prisoner is something 1t has not ex-
perienced in many years.
Considera BILE difference of opinion Is said
to exist In regard to the season for bass
fishing along the Potomac river in Mary
land. Under the law of the state it is not
legal to catch bass from the first day of
April until the first day of June. 1t is err
roneously supposed by some that the sea-
son does not close until the middle of the
present month. Game Warden Beavers has
announced that he will keep a sharp look
out and prosecute all persons guilty of vio-
lating the law in this county
Mrs. Margaret Murphy and daughter have
again taken up their residence in Rockville
after an absence of several months in
Washington.
Mr.. Charles E. Larkins. formerly sta
toned at Germantown as night operator
for the Baltimore and Ohio railroad has
been placed in charge of the Baltimore and
Ohio tower at this place during the day.
He succeeds Mr.. George A. Carroll, who
has been transferred to another point
Former State Senator w. v. Bouic of this
indigestion, which Frustrated him for sew
eral days.
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NEW STORY OF MANILA FIGHT
British Captain Said to Have Piloted
the American Fleet.

A special dispatch from Norfolk Va, to
the Baltimore American yesterday says: 1t
develops that the fearless navigator who
under Dewey's command piloted the Ameri-
can feet into Manila was Edward Thomp-
son, British officer of the merchant ma
rine There is one man who thinks that
Thompson was mainly responsible for the
victory, and he is Captain Hartley, COM
mander of the British steamer st. Bede
now in this port loading a cargo for China
Capt. Hartley is somewhat of hero him.
self, having recently towed in a fishing
smack which he found in distress off the
Virginia capes, and prevented the possible
loss Of several lives. Capt. Hartley has
told a bit of history that SO far as known
has never been made public in the United
States. Captain Hartley and Edward
Thompson were old ship mates. Thompson
at the time he undertook the hazardous
work was on waiting orders at Hong Kong.
He was then second officer in the service of
the Ocean Steamship Company, which op-
crates line Of steamers between Singa-
pore, Hong Kong and Manila. Thompson
had Just left the steamship Saladin and was
to take command of a new vessel. He was
offered, the story goes. $4,000 to take the
American feet in. and he accepted the job.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-04-07
MESSAGE From PALMA.
Cuban President Advocates Friendly
Relations With This Country.

A dispatch from Havana yesterday says:
Congress reassembled at 8 o'clock this
afternoon, and will probably continue in
session for three extra months.
message from President Palma was
read at the opening session. The president
congratulates the country on the mainten-
ance of peace and order since the strikes of
last November. He says that the scheme
of reorganization of the rural guard has
been begun, and advises a reform of the
military laws, which, he says, are not adapt
ed to republican form of government,
especially with reference to the Jurisdiction
over soldiers guilty of penal offenses. The
president says that negotiations have been
completed providing for the entrance of
Cuba in the postal union and for spe-
cial arrangements with the United States
and Mexico, and he advises an entire re-
construction of the postal and telegraph
systems.
The message then says: Our relations
with the United States continue to be close
and cordial. Much more gratifying is the
noble and reSolutely favorable attitude of
the President of that great republic. 1t is
enough to remember the obstacles which his
stubborn Will will have to overcome in
negotiating the reciprocity treaty and OBJ
tanning the ratification thereof, and his firm
purpose to summon a special session OF
Congress to definitely approve it.
Besides the sympathy and respect which
we inspire among the American people by
our exemplary conduct as an Independent
people, who realize the duties and respon-
sibilities of citizenship, these circumstances
powerfully contribute in solidifytng the
good understanding between both nations
1T is in our interest to worthily cultivate
these sentiments. and we cannot do so bet
ter than by carrying out our obligations to
the Washington government, expeditiously,
frankly and correctly, whether 1t be by
granting what we ought to grant or refus-
ing what we consider ourselves justified in
refusing. 1t Is unnecessary to recall the
fact that in the naval station agreement
which Is in the hands of the senate the
United States has obtained sites at Guam
tanamo and Bahia Honda, after asking also
for Nipe and Cienfuegos. 1t being impossi-
ble to elude carrying out our duty in ac-
cordance with the Platt amendment, the
executive believes that the convention has
been made the most favorable possible and
recommends speedy appreciation. so that
1t may be possible to negotiate an addi-
tional agreement to establish the price of
the leases and other conditions and details
regulating the possession of the stipulated
areas of land and water.
THE government Isl at present occupied
with the Isles of Pines matter, and it has
reason to hope that the settlement there
with will be satisfactory to Cuba"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-04-07
SPIRITED CONTEST.
Unusual Interest and Close Vote in
Laurel for Mayor.

special Correspondence Of The Evening Star.
LAUREL, Md, April Z, 1903
After the hardest and most bitter MAYOR.
atty contest that has occurred in the his.
tory of this town, Mayor G. B. Timanus
was reelected mayor over Mr. Edward
Phelps. his opponent. by the small ma jority
OF four votes at the municipal election held
yesterday. But one of the councilmen- at
large on Mr.. Timanus' ticket was reseated,
Mr.. Gilbert A. Haslup. Mr. George w.
Waters jr.. one of the councilmen- at large
on Mr. Phelps ticket. was elected Mr.,
Waters ran far ahead Of his ticket, :oliine
254 votes.
The vote polled was the largest ever cast
in any municipal election held here, the
total being 4S9, and was distributed es fol-
lows: For mayor, G. B. Timanus, 244: Ed
ward Phelps, 24O. For councilmen- at-laree
Iimanus ticket, Gilbert A. Haslup al:
Waiter A Martin, 23S. Phelps ticket, Geo.
w; Waters, jr.. 2o4; Hugh Curley 237.
uon held here where the vote was as close
as 1t was yesterday. That took place
about ten years ago, when the present sue
cessful mayoralty- candidate secured but
son T. Gull. =
Henry Johnson, colored, was given a
nearing last night by Mr.. George e. Bald
win, justice of the peace, on the charge of
A.eo eho CiotIuHS store or MI.
Harry Block, on Main street. here early
Monday morning, and appropriatins a
number of articles of wearing apparel,
johnson was committed to Jail for the ac-
ton of the grand jury. The accused. with
an accomplice, forced an entrance into
MI Blocks store early yesterday morn
Ing, 1t is alleged, and after securing their
plunder made their way from this point
to Washington. using hand car that thew
secured at the Laurel depot Johnson wss
apprehended in the latter city with the
stolen articles, and later in ths day was
turned over to the local authorities. His
partner made his escape
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-04-07
THEY WANT MR.. MOORE
Members of Foundry Church Sent Com.
mittee to Baltimore
spatch to The Evening Star,

Special Dispatch to The Evening Star
BALTIMORE, Md, April IA commit.
tee from Foundry Church, Washington,
came to Baltimore yesterday to secure the
appointment of Rev. r. M. Moore to their
church. Bishop Fitzgerald saw the mem.
berS of the committee during the after
noon that they might return home feeling
that Mr.. Moore will be their pastor for the
ensuing year.
Last night there was much speculation
over Dr. c. w. Baldwin's successor as pre-
siding elder of the west Baltimore district.
Many ministers believe that Bishop Fftz-
gerald will assign DIR. Wilson to the dis
trict, although there is considerable oppo.
siton to this appointment on the part of
some members of the conference. II was
decided last night that tbs opposition
should assume the form of a resolution TO
be introduced into conference protesting
against DR.. Wilson's assignment to the
district.
Bishop Fitzgerald appointed the follow.
ing committee to investigate the charges
against Rev. w. H. Black as contained in
the resolution of Dumbarton Avenue
Church: Rev. DR.. H. R. Naylor. presiding
elder of the Washington district, chairman:
Revs. Page Milburn, C. O. Isaac, w. M.
Ferguson, DR.. j. C. Nicholson, all of Wash
ington
Rev. w. A. Koontz asked II the ,ccent.
ance of the money turned in to the stalls
teal secretary by Mr.. Black, as supply OF
Little Falls Church, would interfere with
the work Of the committee. Bishop FYfz-
gerald expressed the opinion that It would
not, inasmuch as it is presumed the money
came from those attending church there
and not from Mr.. Black himself The
status of Little Falls Church was again
questioned. DR.. Naylor said:
There is poor, Starving church on the
Canal road, known Little Falls but ft
is not down on my list and has not been
on the presiding elders list for ten years.
i did not appoint Mr. Black as supply. nor
capacity until 1 heard the statement hero
on the floor of the conference"
1t was decided to hold the next session
OF the conference at the Fayette Street
Church, this city.
1t is understood that the Mctropolitan
Church, Washington, was also to have ex-
tended an invitation for the conference 10
meet there next year, but that the invita-
ton was withheld in difference to the Fay
cite street congregation.
Rev. E. l.. Watson preached a sermon IN
behalf of the missionary work. This ser<
mon was followed by the memorial service.
at which memoirs of members of the con-
ference who had died during the year were
read as follows: Rev. B. Fl. Smith. ny
Rev. DR.. w. S. Edwards; Rev. J. II. M.
Lemon. by Rev. T. E. Copes: Rev. T. c.
Edwards, by Rev. A. j. GILL;
By special resolution memoir Of Mira
Mary c. Goucher wife of Rev. DIR. J. +.
Goucher, was read by Rev. Dr. J. b. Van
Meter. 1t was also decided that niemoir
of Mrs Elizabeth Reid, widow of Rev.
Charles A. Reid. should also be published
In the minutes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-04-07
ARMY AND NAVY MANEuvERs.
Gen. Chaffee Issues Order Respecting
PartfcipationT Of ARTILLERY.

Gen. Chaffee, commanding the Depart
ment of the East. has issued the following
order in regard to the combined army and
navy maneuvers of 1893.
Under authority OF the War Depart
ment, the following movements Of artillery
troops to the artillery district of Portland,
Me-, are hereby ordered the companies to
be at their respectiwe destinations May Is
next All officers and enlisted men of the
companies, except this sick, prisoners under
general charges, and. men still in service,
but in confinement serving sentences of gen.
eral courts-martial. will accompany the
movement. No company will proceed with
less than two officers. and If practicable
three officers should accompany each COM
pany. artillery district commanders being
hereby authorized to attach officers to COM
pandeS when necessary.
Provision will be made at each post from
the officers remaining, to take over any of
the staff duties made necessary by the tenn
porary absence Of officers belonging to the
companies designated to take part in the
maneuVerS.
Companies will take with them full field
outfit, including tentage on the basis Of one
conical wall tent for eight men. Gold medal
cots will be provided on arrival at posts in
the artillery district of Portland. Compa-
MES will be clothed and equipped in every
way to assimilate war conditions The blue
dress and brown canvas uniforms will be
taken, extra clothing to be packed in boxes.
The necessary medical officers supplies
and attendants will be recommended for
Fort Mckinley and Fort Levett, Maine, by
the chief surgeon of the department.
The quartermasters department will fur
nish the necessary transportation The
troops will be supplied with the necessary
travel rations while en- route. and will be
supplied with rations at each of the posts
to which they are ordered from their ar
rival until departure.
Tno
Md, the 57th Company from Fort Wads-
worth. N. Y. the S9th Company from Fort
Banks. Mass, the 96th Company from Fort
warren. Mass. the 10Th Company from
Fort DUPONT, Del. the 18th Company from
Fort McHenry, Nd, and the 10th Com
pany from Fort Strong, Mass. These COM
panies will be distributed between Forts
Mckinley and Levett Maine by the dis
trict commander as in his judgment he may
deem necessary. These companies will re-
turn to their respective stations after the
close of the combined army and navy ma
neuvers of 1908.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-04-07
Congress Of Thalassotherapy.

The State Department has received from
the French embassy notice OF the third
International congress Of thalassotherapy,
to be held In Biarritz from April 10 to q,
1903 The committee expresses the hope
that institutions interested may send dele
gates, in spite of the shortness of the
time. The French railway companies have
accorded reduction of 30 per cent on the
usual fare. Reports will be made on the
following topics: Effect on the intimate
phenomena of nutrition of a stay at the
seashore, effect of the sea cure on tuber-
culosis influence of sea treatment upon
the cardiovascular apparatus, composition
of ocean water compared with the water
of the Mediterranean.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-04-07

An advertisement in the
evening newspaper presents
its proposition to prospec-
tive customers when they
are in the mood to be in
terested and enlightened.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-04-07
King to Sail on Shamrock III.

A dispatch from London yesterday says
King Edward will sail on Shamrock III on
a trial race in the Solent late this month or
early in May. The king will be the guest
of Sir Thomas Upton on the Erin 1t was
originally planned that he should not sail
on the new Shamrock. but witness the
trials from the deck of the Erin
The king expressed desire to be aboa I'd
the yacht during trial, and his wish will
be era tified.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-04-07
John Browns Cottage Burned.

dispach from Tabor. Iowa, yesterday
says: The small cottage in which John
Brown the abolitionist lived for several
years in the sos. and which was used as
the headquarters of his underground rail-
road for the helping of runaway slaves, has
been destroyed by fire..
In connection with his headquarters in
Tabor. Brown organized a military school,
in which his sympafhfzers were taught the
manual of arms, the knowledge to be used
in an uprising which never occurred.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-04-07
Settlers Title Better.

The United States Supreme Court de-
cided two cases involving the right of the
Oregon and California Railroad Company
to land taken i'll lieu of other lands upon
which settlers had previously located be-
fore the lands had been surveyed. The
court held that the title of the settlers was
the better one, and affirmed the decision of
the court below.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-04-07
WI 90 to st. Louis.

Capt. w. C. r. Colauhoun. quartermaster,
has been ordered to report to Major General
Bates, commanding the Department OF the
Missouri, for duty pertaining to the cere-'
monies incident to the opening of the Lou
isiana purchase exposition in ST. Louis.
April 80.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-04-07
Railway to nlksoh Proposed.

Constructions of railway from Xiii
maat inlet through the snorthern part of
British colunbia ana the Yukon to Daw-
son is being agitated BY vancouver busi-
ness meh. according TO "a report to the
Consul Dudley at t1At t4ace.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-04-07
Through From Moscow to Dalny.

Through service on the Siberian railway
from Moscow to Dainy WAS begua Feo>
ruarv 49, says United States Coas,;, Mtix
Ter, reporting to the State DenartmAa4
from NiIchwang.
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ATLANTIC CITY REAL ESTATE.

CHOICE COTTAGES, HOTELS AND BOARDING
houses, finely located, reasonable rentals special
bargain In hotel for sale, near ocean. HOWELL
& YOUNG, Room 8, Law bldg. app 28t-4
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-04-07

1t is reported that the steamship Bam-
baIa, bound from Marseilles to Senegal
with cargo Of explosives. has blown up at
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MISCELLANEOUS.
Ask MIR. Foster

About any resort anywhere and how to get there
Mr.. Foster has booklets, pictures rates. schedules
and gives persona information concerning all re-
Sorts city hotels and routes. at the STANDARD
GUIDE INFORMATION BUREAU, 1888 PENN
SYLVANIA AVENUE.
Visitors to Washington are invited to ask Mr.
Foster for informn tion about Washington and
nearby places Of interest NO FEES ARE ASK
ED OR IN ANY INSTANCE ACCEPTED
ap1-7St-14 WARD G. FOSTER Manager
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HOTEL, JACK SON,

On the Ocean Front at Virginia ave. overlooking
boardwalk and Steel Pier A new. FIREPROOF
hotel built Of brick. stone and steel. loo beauti-
fully furnished rooms, with unobstructed view OF
ocean, many with bath. The hotel Is a model Of
elegance and superior comfort. Elevator: steam
heat; sun parlor, &c. Cuisine and service OF the
highest standard Terms are reasonable Write for
folder. CHARLES F. COPE
JNo. CRUISE. Mgr. formerly the Arlington, Hot
Springs. Ark. feSl-52t-l4
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Grand Atlantic Hotel,

Virginia ave- and the Beach. Atlantic City, N. J.
Open ell the year. Hot and cold sea water
baths, $50 OF the largest and most handsomely
furnished front rooms in the city. 100 rooms with
bath. Southern exposure. Magnificent sun par
Tors. Orchestra. Terms, American plan, $3.50
and $40 per week, q. 80 By the day up. EuropsAA
pisn. $3.50 per. day. Fine cafe attached. The
liable and service not surpassed Coaches
meet al trains. Write for booklet.
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HOTEL ELWOOD.

Absolutely new re-proof hotel at 81. James place
nd the Beach. Center Of all attractions. Ocean
view. Capacity 200. Elevator, rooms suite
With bath, steam heat, etc. Special spring rates.
X loklet. tmh14- Dot y SMITH 4 BOZARTH.
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THE EVENING STAR.
SPRING RESORTS.
ATLANTIC CITY, N. j.

THE GLENDALE,
st. James Place and Beach. High class. Every
appOIn tment. Best and most central location. Ee-
vator &c. Special winter and spring terms:
mh7- 52t-5 L. Il. BURCH.
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THE LEH0AN.

Ocean end Penn. ave- in the most select and finest
section Capacity, 200 Private baths. Modern equip.
ment throughout. Every comfort and offers special
spring rates. Booklet. +. W. LEHMAN & co.
mi
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THE AlBEMARlE,

Virginia Ave. Beach.
After the Easter Holidays and throughout the
Spring this elegant modern hotel, new
throughout will make special terms Of IS. $40,
$3.50 weekly. 81 and up daily, for superior &C
comInoda tons. 100 large, sunny front rooms Pri-
yate baths 1900 It. of beautiful parlors.
Orchestra Elevator service; steam heat, metal
beds and exceptionally good table and service are
faos 5St 10 l. p COPE.
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THE DUNLOP.

On Ocean Front and adjoining the famous Board
walk Built Of Brick and Iron. European Plan.
sea-water baths attached to suites. also public.
Excellent Cafe. Booklet.
ja26-7St-1O ROBERT T. DUNLOP.
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BERKSHIRE INN,

Virginia and Beach.
50. 81 80 daily; IS, So $50. SIS weekly during
Spring. and special Easter rates. Extensive i'm
provements. Unobstructed view. Elevator. Hot
and cold baths, free. Steam heat &c. Capacity
300. Table and service the finest. Booklet.
fe2s-52t-9 J. o. & J. +. DICKINSON.
HOTEL BORTON, OCEAN IND TENNESSEE
ave; most attractive and popular hotel for
Washngtonians: terms moderate. Write for
booklet. lmh2b. ct. A Z. B. VOORHEES,.
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HOTEL, STRAND,

A modern brick and stone fre-proof hotel, over
looking the boardwalk and ocean Sea water baths.
Washington representative at Standard Informa-
ton Bureau 1888 Penna.
FAIRBAIRN WILLIAMS, Owners and Props.
felO-52t7
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NEW HYGEIA. N. Y.AND PACIFIC AYES, NEAR
Beach, hrst-class commercial house; new through
out; unexcelled in furnishings; steam heat. etc. ;
booklet. (fe7-52t A CHAS A. SHELBY
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SPRING RESORTS.
ATLANTIC CITY, N. J.
THE ARLINGTON.

Michigan ave- and Beach, ATLANTIC CITY. Ocean
view; throughout with every appointment.
including elevator, extensive sun par1ors, steam
heat, private baths, &c. Orchestra. Special. 81 to
50 daily-$10 to SIC weekly. Booklet L. K. KUNZ.
mh23-28t7
HOTEL FRANCIS, SOUTH MICHIGAN AVE-;
new; all modern improvements; steam heat;
newly decorated; cuisine the best; terms reason
able Mrs A. COOGAN. mh10-26tA
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HOTEL RALEIGH,

Ocean End st. Charles Place.
Extensively improved and many new and at
tractive features introduced. high-class mod.
ern hotel, with best location. offering Special
Spring rates. Capacity 400. Elevator service,
rooms suite. with bath; steam heat. ETC.. etc.
Superior table and service. Coach meets trains.
Booklet. G. O. SHINN.
ma14-26t-1O
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EASTER RESERVATIONS AT
THE RITTENHOUSE.

N ]. ave and the Beach, can be made today
Accommodations $50 Baths en- suite. A strictly
high-cass, refined hotel, modern in every detail.
Luxuriously furnished; cuisine and service equal
to the best. Location fine. Popular prices with
very low weekly rates. II. q. HAIL1NGER.