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The Washington times., 1903-02-26
LEADERS DO NOT LOOK
FOR AN EXTRA SESSION
Democrats Win Be Blamed if Senate
Is Called.

There will be no extra session OF Con-
gress, according 20 the view now taken
by the Administration leaders, and an
extra session OF the Senate is only
possibility. not a probability. II the lat
ter comes. II will be charged against
the Democrats in the Senate. FOR, II they
do not use 0structive tactics. all the ap-
preparation bills viii be gotten safely
out Of the way in due order, leaving the
field clear for the passage OF the Cuban
and isthmian canal treaties.
This is the legislative situation as de-
scribed by some Of the Presidents call
ers at the White House today, prominent
among whom were Senator AIdrich OF
Rhode Island and Representative Can
non Of Illinois. prospective Speaker OF
the House
In the Democratic ranks there Is some
indecisicn as to the best course to pur-
sue. If che radicals. led by Dubois and
few others, carry out their plan, an
extra sessIol OF the Senate Is the likely
result.
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
FASTEST TROLLEY CARS
IN WORLD FOR CHICAGO

ELIZABETH. y. J., Feb. 26.-The John
Stephenson Car Company yesterday sent
out a consignment OF ten trolley cars,
the fastest in the world They made
$50 miles an hour when tested. The cars
40 TO Chicago. and they Will make the
entire 1000 miles on their own trucks,
the frst time cars were ever sent in
this way.
The cars will run on the Aurora. FL
gin and Chicago Railway. an interurban
line between Chicago and Aurora. dis
tance OF thirty-fve miles, and Chicago
and Elgin, thirty-six miles. They are
Vestibuled and modelled after the Pull
man patterns. They viii seat sixty peo-
pie.
Each car is equipped with four motors
OF l25 horse power each. or 500 horse
power to the car. They are operated by
the third rail. three-fag system, which
Is a new feature in electric roads. espe-
cIaIly designed for high speed. A spe-
cial sub-frame. made entirely OF steel,
is provided for the support of the body.
The cars are handsomely finished in
quartered oak with fancy marguerite
work. The windows are made of plate
glass and the cars are specially con-
structed to meet the resistance OF the
atmosphere when travelling at high
speed. Ten more similar cars are being
made for the same company.
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
CHICAGO GIRLS FIGHT
LANDS FoOTPAD IN CELL

CHICAGO. Feb 26.-Lizzie Ryan, of
1l2 Thirty-ninth Street, returned blow
for blow and kick for kick last night
when fOotpad attempted TO wrest her
purse from her hand, and by her pIucky
fight finally landed her assailant in a
cell.
1t was at II o'clock when, as she was
returning home. the man stepped from
an alleyway at Princeton Avenue and
seized her by the arm Miss Ryan struck
him fair IN the face and began to scream.
The man attempt TO escape. but she
cluDg to him. returning his blows with
all her strength.
To the policeman who responded to her
cries for help the man gave his name as
Joseph Queenan- Miss Ryan's face was
severely bruised and scratched in the en-
counter.
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
COAL STEAMER,
FROM ENGLAND, OVERDUE

MILWAUKEE, Wis. Feb. Coon
tinued absence Of news concerning
Mayor Roses coal. shipped from Wales
in the steamer Aarstein together with
the reports OF storms sweeping the
Atlantic. give rise 70 fears that the
vessel has gone down.
II is now ten days overdue. and steam
ers leaving Cardiff later have arrived
at Norfolk. Va, with stories OF terrible
storms. The coal is the first cargo
ordered by Mayor Rose. payment for
which was guaranteed by citizens when
the coal famine was al its height.
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
J. B. Cannon Resigns.

J. B. Cannon. trainmaster OF the
Washington division OF the Southern
Railway Company, whose headquarters
have been here, has resigned his posi-
tion. to take effect March 1 next. Mr..
Cannon will shortly leave for Florida
and other Southern points. after which
he will enter the service of another rail-
road company. Mr.. Cannon has been
located in Alexandria for the past four
years, and during his stay here gained
many friends, who regret to learn of his
proposed departure. W s. Andrews viii
succeed Mr.. Cannon.
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
WIRELESS TELEGRAPH
IN THE WEST INDIES

Regular daily communication by wire
less telegraphy has been established be-
tween Martinique and Guadeloupe, in the
West Indies. United States Consul Anne
writes to the State Department that the
system was Installed by detachment of
army engineers.
The system is not that of Marconi
but is one devised by the French engi-
neer corps. The spark used is about
four inches long. and the power is OBJ
tanned from a small dynamo driven by
a naphtha engine. Four wires are used.
separated at the top and bottom, form
ing a long. rectangular cage. The mast
is said to be 10 feet high. The dis
tance from Guadeloupe 20 Martinique is
in the neighborhood OF one hundred
miles.
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
MANY fIREAEN HURT IN
CLOTHING HOUSE BLAZE
Eight Men Apparently Cut
Off at One Time.
WERE ON THE SIXTH STORY
Dare Devil Work of New York Depart
ment-S3oo,ooo Damage Done.
One Man Dead.

NEW YORK. Feb. 26.-Many fremen
were injured. one died from his hurts.
and many others had narrow escapes
in a fire which started about 4 o'clock
this morning In the Roosevelt Building.
an eight-story structure at the north
west corner of Broadway and Thirteenth
Street. occupied chiefly by Hackett, Car
hart d Co, clothiers-
That many iremen did not lose their
lives is considered marvellous by those
who watched the blaze for the depart
ment has seldom seen more daredevil
fre-hghting. Al one time Il looked as
81 at least eight men were doomed. but
their comrades went TO their aid in a
way that thrilled the onIookers.
Safe on Lofty Ledge.
1t was found after a hard climb. that
all was we'll with the men. who were
tackling the blaze from a ledge on the
sixth floor. and the men from below. who
had gazed upward with apprehension.
gave a great cheer.
Hardly man among those summoned
by the four alarms escaped without a
cut or a bruise. by the time the blaze
was declared under control
Hsckett, Carhart & Co. Will be the
principal sufferers with the Altman
Neckwear Company The damage ap-
proximates 100000
The guests in the Morton House. next
door. were thrown into a panic when
awakened by the alarm. and were quiet
ed with difficulty. The flames were con-
fined to the Roosevelt Building
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
Two COMPANIES CRITICISED.

At the suggestion of the Assessor, tha
District Commissioners viii take no ac-
ton upon the communication Of Eugene
Carpenter, OF $50 North Front Street
Detroit. Mich. making inQuiry whether
the New York and London Syndicate and
the Federal Incorporating Company have
filed articles Of Incorporation under the
laws OF the District The matter has
been referred to the Recorder OF Deeds
for such action as the facts seem TO war
rant. Mr.. Carpenter submitted a long
statement eriticising the methods OF the
two companies.
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
STEAMER DAMAGED BIZ
WIRE CAUGHT BY SCREW

NEW YORK. Feb. 26.-The Danish
steamer Nordkap, which arrived this
morning from Swansea with a cargo Of
coal. was delayed by a peculiar acct
dent When leaving Swansea the pro-
peller picked up a wire. which became
tightly wrapped about the shaft. heat
ing the shaft and stern tubing 50 seri-
ously that Captain Rasmussen put into
Milford Haven for an examination. pro-
ceeding later 10 Cardiff. where 5000
tons Of cargo were discharged.
The Nordkap was put into drydock
and fitted with new tail shaft and stern
tube. She proceeded on her voyage. af-
ter restoring the cargo. on February 9.
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
GOV. PENNYPACKER'S COUSIN
COMMITTED TO ASYLUM

READING, Pa. Feb. 26.-ThssaemmIs-
sior in lunacy in the case Of Jesse Pen
EyPacker. second cousin of Governor
Pennypacker, has fled decision sdjudg-
ing him insane. The court yesterday
made an order directing his removal 10
the Harrisburg Asylum.
Pennypacker is the man who thrust a
dagger at bank official. last week. and
demanded money Witnesses testified to
his haIlucinations-among them a
scheme to buy up hundreds OF houses in
this city. in which plan he said the
governor had promised to aid him.
The Washington times., 1903-02-26

sum Of s25.0 900 is named as the capital
stock. The objects of the company are
to buy and sell oleomarga rine. butterine
etc. H II. Kuhlemann. of Baltimore, is
named as president. The other officers
are Washingtonians. J. T. Callahan is
named as local attorney
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
AMONG ITALIAN
IMMIGRANTS ON THE PALATIA

NEW YORK. Feb. 26.-The Hamburg
American Line steamer Palatia, which
arrived today from Genoa and Naples.
had a case OF smallpox among the steer
age passengers. The patient will be sent
10 North Brothers Island
A number OF the passengers who oc-
cupied the same compartment with the
patient will be sent to Hoffman Island
for observation. The steamer will be
thoroughly disinfected and released
about noon. The Palatia brought 81
cabin md ] ,2O4 steerage passengers
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
DESERTER ARRESTED
IN THE POLICE COURT

William Gray. aged twenty-four years.
was arrested in Judge KimbaIPs court
this morning on suspicion OF having de-
serted from the battleship Alabama a
year ago. while the vessel was stationed
at the Brooklyn navy yard.
When taken into custody. Gray was in
company with his sister, Mrs. Carroll.
who had called at the court to have a
warrant issued. He was arrested by
Policeman Cullinane, Of the Fourth pre-
cinct. who was informed Gray was de-
serter.
Al Police Headquarters the man said
he had been a landsman on the Ala
bama, and had deserted while on a fur
Tough.
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
Personal Mention.

A large number OF the Daughters Of
the American Revolution. who are now
holding their annual session in Wash
irgton, Today visited Mount Vernon.
Many stopped over in this city, and Wis
tied old Christ Church and other his
torical points of interest.
The funeral OF the late William Ger
mann. who died last Tuesday morning.
will take place at O'Clock this after
noon from the residence Of his mother.
All South St. Asaph Street.
At public auction yesterday Capt. R.
Knox sold a house and lot situated on
the west side OF Payne Street. north OF
Queen Street. to Messrs. Bird NJ. Robin
son. Randolph Barton. and Norris
Thompson. special commissioners, for the
sum Of $500
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
REGINALD VANOERBuT'S
WEDDING DAY NOT FIXED

NEW YORK, Feb. 26.-The report that
the wedding OF Miss Cathleen Nelson 10
Reginald c. Vanderbilt was to be cele-
brated on April IS is denied
At the prospective brides home it
was said that no date had been de-
cided upon a yet. and that no arrange
ments had been made.
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
BABY SMOTHERED TO DEATH
BY KITTEN AS SHE SLEPT

CINCINNATI. Ohio, Feb. 26.-The
-year-oId daughter OF Mrs. SihIer. las
Hope Street. was smothered 10 death by
a kitten yesterday. The child was in her
crib, and had been playing with the kit
ten
Later the baby fell asleep. and the
kitten curled itself up on the little
one's face. The child was dead when
found
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
PARALYZED HALF A CENTURY,
REIOICED TO GREET DEATH

BERLIN. Feb. 2s.-ChristeI Ledhoiz.
whose case has interested the medical
fraternity OF Berlin for many years. died
today. Frau Liedholz has been bedrid-
den and in a paraIyzed condition for
hfty-seven years past When told that
she was about TO die the aged sufferer
wept for Joy at the prospect OF release
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
To Pennsvlania for Burial.

The remains OF Mrs. Sabina Sprowl.
who died last Tuesday afternoon at her
home. 615 Prince Street. were sent last
night at 3:45 o'clock to Whitehsven,
Pa. for burial. The deceased was fifty
fve years of age. and was a native of
Pennsylvania. She had lived here but a
short time
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
SENATE DECLARES
GOVERNORS ACTION ILLEGAL

LITTLE ROCK. Ark. Feb. 26.-The
Senate. yesterday. by a vote Of II to
10. adopted majority report OF the
public buildings committee which de-
clared that the removal by Governor
Jeff Davis Of Ex-Governor James P. Eagle
from the State capitol board was with
out warrant of law.
The Senate declined 10 take action
on the nomination of Major Duley, of
Little Rock. 10 the position, declaring
that no vacancy existed.
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
At Hymen's Altar.

Mrs Margaret NJ. Todd and Frank s.
Harper were quietly married this morn
ing at the brides residence. 726 King
Street. by Rev. William j. Morton. rec
tor of Christ Protestant Episcopal
Church. Only the immediate relatives
Of the parties represented were present.
Immediately after the ceremony the cou-
pie left for an extended Northern bridal
tour. Mr.. Harper is engaged in the
wholesale grocery business here. and is
one OF Alexandria's leading business
men
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
DIED.

BROWN-On "Wednesday February 25. 1903. at
4:I5 O'Clock, Mrs SARAH BROWN. aged sixty
nine years eleven months and twelve days
Funeral Saturday, February %. fron> the resi-
dence Of her brother. ". II. Msghan 4os ] Street
southwest : 30; thence to St Dominic's Church.
Inter1nent Carrolrs Chapel. Nd. fe26-2t
SCHADE-On wednesday, February ., 1903.
at 10 O'Clock .. m. at his residence. 2I Grant
Place, LOUIS SCHADE. beloved husband Of
Anna schsde, in the seventy-fourth year Of his
age It
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
LOOKING FOR ELLA McCLAY'S
PITTSBURG RELATIVES

Acting Sanitary Oficer Hoover is max
ing an investigation of the statements
OF Mrs. Ella McClay. who was arrested
on suspicion OF insanity while creating
disturbance at the White House yes
terday. An attempt will be made today
10 communicate with her alleged rela-
tives in Pittsburg. where she claims
residence before coming to this city.
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
TANANA GOLD FIND SAID
TO BE RICH AS KLONDIKE

TACOMA, Wash. Feb. 26.-Letters
received here from Dawson assert that
the gold strike IN the Tanana district
is as rich as that made in the Klon-
dixie.
Scores Of prospectors here are gather
ing outfits and preparing to start for
new fields
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
Married at the PARSONAGE.

Miss Bena Dreifus. daughter of julius
Dreifus. and Mr.. James F. Cox. both Of
this city. were married yesterday after
noon at O'Clock. at the parsonage OF
the First Baptist Church. by Rev George
l. Hunt, pastor. in the presence OF a
few friends. The couple afterward left
for Florida. where they will spend their
honeymoon. Miss Carrie Dreifus. sister
of the bride. accompanied them.
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
MISSING JEWELS RESTORED
MYSTERIoUSLY TO OWNER

MEMPHIS. Tenn. Feb. 2s.-Jewels
valued at 81 900. which mysteriously
disappeared from the residence of Miss
Evelyn Jordan, a local society leader.
five weeks ago. we're returned 10 Miss
Jordan yesterday. loosely wrapped in an
unseaied box mailed in this city
The package bore no postmark. and
had no address other than the number
OF Miss Jordans residence. Postofice
officials located the address in the city
directory
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
CAUSES PANIC
IN SPANISH PROVINCES

MADRID. Feb. 26.-Considerable dam
age has been caused In the eastern Span
ish provinces by heavy earthquake
shocks.
In many places serious panics were
caused by the supcrstitious inhabitants.
who feared the end OF the world had
come.
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
DANES ORDERED TO LEAVE
ScHLESwIG- -HoLSTEIN HOMES

BERLIN. Feb. 26.-It is announced to-
day that expulsions on a large scale
have occurred among Danes residing in
Schleswig Holstein. They were accused
OF conducting an anti German agita-
tion-
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
OCEAN STEAMSHIP MOVEMENTS.

NEW YORK. Feb. 26.-Arrived: Bos-
ton City from Barry. Palatia from
Naples. British Monarch from Buenos
Ayres. Roma from MarseiIles. Cher
okee from San Domingo.
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
Butterine Company Chartered.

The National Butterine Company, of
Washington, D. C. was granted
charter ia the corporation court yes
terday by Judge Louis c. RarIey The
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
TRANSFERS MUST HELP
KEEP STREETS CLEAN
To Deposit Collateral With
Street Department.
NEWCOMERS SUGGESTION
Many Complaints of Filthy Streets
Caused by Loose Eearth Falling
From Dirt Wagons.

Conditions on First Street northwest.
north of Florida Avenue. continue TO
be the subject of discussion by the
municipal authorities. Complaint was
made a few weeks ago by the LeDroit
Park Citizens Association that the
dropping Of earth from wagons hauling
dirt over the street kept it filthy and
the work OF the Street Cleaning De-
partment did not suffice to make it re-
spectacle at any time.
occasiOned by Building.
The subject was variously reported
upon by the Police. Street Cleaning. and
Engineer departments. The fact is
there is much building along the line
Of the street. and the earth taken out
Of excavations for cellars. etc. Is drop
ped from carts and wagons to an ex-
tent TO make the street at times almost
impossible. IL was finally moved by
Commissioner West that a police regu-
lation be framed TO cover the case. and
10 prevent the dropping OF dirt from
loaded vehicles In passing over city
streets II was suggested that carts
and wagons with slat bottoms used for
the purpose be made sufficiently tight
to prevent the sitting OF part OF the
load through.
Difference of Opinion.
Capt II. c. Newcomer. of the surface
division. has now reported adversely to
the proposition made by the Commits
sioner. He says the matter is sufficient
ly covered by section 10. Of the police
regulations, and II this were rigidIy en-
forced the desired purpose would be ae-
complished. Captain Newcomer de-
clares. however. that il is not practic-
able to enforce the regulation rigidly.
He says it would require a wagon box of
materials which would be prohibitive to
many men in humble circumstances who
depend upon hauling for a livelihood.
Captain Newcomer is OF the opinion the
regulation should be enforced only to
the extent of keeping the wagons in a
reasonable degree of repair.
Newcomers Plan.
Captain Newcomer suggests that a
large part of the trouble is due 10 the
running gear OF the vehicles being COW
cred with loose earth either at the place
OF loading or at the dump, and he thinks
there should be a regulation compelling
the drivers to remove this loose dirt
from their vehicles before going on the
public streets. He regards this as a
reasonable regulation.
Captain Newcomer suggests further
that the matter be referred 10 the Street
CIaanfnp naDarfr,ep+ for tba co,.sa.-.
tiOn OF the proposition. whether contrac-
tors could be required to deposit a sum
with the Collector sufficient to pay the
cost Of the extra cleaning OF the streets
and this cost deducted from the deposit
This was the disposition OF the papers
in the case today.
The Washington times., 1903-02-26
DIVORCE SUIT DISMISSED.

Justice Gould. on motion of Attorney
Henry H. HolIander, yesterday dismiss
ed the suit OF Elizabeth T. Andrews
against her husband. John a Andrews.
for separate support and maintenance
Mrs Andrews had alleged that ker hus-
hand treated her cruelty, as well as
failed esnppOrt her
The Washington times., 1903-02-26

where HerrichiS Maerzen is draught no
other dark beer Is permitted 20 be sold on
draught- This is 20 protect the public from
being served another dark beer instead Of
Maerzen- For bottled beer phone West "a.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1903-10-04
LAWRENCE HANLEY IMPROVES.
Actor at Sanitarium Is Recover
ing From Collapse.

The friends Of Lawrence Hanley. who
has been critically ill at Paquin's sani-
tarium for several weeks. VIII be glad 10
know that the actor is now practically on
the road to permanent recovery.
During his last engagement At keor-
ner's Garden, Mr. Hanley was threatened
With nervous exhaustion. but insisted on
fulfilling his contract. the result being
that al the end OF the season he was at
the point Of complete collapse.
He was then staying at Paquin's sani-
tarium. and the physicians gave him i'm
mediate and strict attention So serious
was his condition. thowever. that for a
time the result was extremely probiemati-
cal. and for several days his life was dis
paired Of.
marked Improvement in Mr.. Haniey's
condition. and 10 is anticipated that within
a brief time he will be able to go 10
West Baden Springs. or perhaps the Pa
cihc Coast for the winter.
His physicians now predict a complete
recovery. and promise 10 restore Mr. Han
ley 70 his 81. Louis friends next season.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1903-10-04

Quoted at three places. These are the
North Side Branch. No. 1907 81. Louis ave-
nue.; the South Side Branch. No. $50 South
Eighteenth street. and the Central
Branch. Grand and Franklin avenues.
A course IN mechanical drawing will be
a feature Of the work TO be done this
year at the North Side branch. At the
South Side branch special classes for boys
Will be organized. and courses in COM
mercial law and vocal music added
The departures az the Central branch
VIII be course In chemistry. under Pro
fessor George p. Knox. and q course IN
physics under Professor William II. But
Ter. Applied electricity Is also q new fea-
trre OF the studies offered.
The list Of instructors who will be en-
ployed In the Ralph Sellew Institute Is
as follows:
F. D. Sylvester. Edward p. Perry. J. A.
Carwford. W. s. V. Siebert. s. A Doug
lass, /. c. Moore, 4. II. Roudebush, David
s. Hi, II C Walker, W. II. Grocott,
William H. Henby. C. A. Craven. Ben
Kirby. S. B. McPheeters. George Plstt
Knox. W. NJ. Butler. William II. Thom-
son, .Jr.; A ". Brown. Judge Shepard
BARCLAY. Louis D. Goodman. John Henry
Bracken. J. L Phoenix. Alfred G. Robyn,
w. p. Mueller, ". w. Spear. J. g. Nc
Gufie, o. W. Raeder. F. ". Had. F. W.
Nolte. a. I. Epstein and l. H Amrine.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1903-10-04
VALUABLE STOLEN JEWELS
FOUND IN A GASPIPE.
Negro Batter Arrested In Chicago
Admits Taking Diamonds From
mrs NIedringhaus's Room

In a gas pipe, hidden in the basement
Of his home. Alexander Niedringhaus OF
No. 4fos West Pine boulevard. last night
found $500 worth OF diamonds, which his
negro butler. Hays Bonner, stole two
weeks ago.
Bonner. in custody OF Detectives Louis
Ziegier. reached st. Louis last evening at
TO o'clock from Chicago. where he was
arrested Friday night through the sue
ceSsful shadow.ng OF Mr.. Niedringhaus.
An hour after his arrival in st. Louis.
Bonner had dicloeed the hiding place Of
the Jewels. whiSn he confessed having
taken from Mrs. NIedringhacs's bedroom
He told the police that the property had
been missed 50 soon that he had no time
TO dispose OF f. The gas pipe suggested
Itself as the best place 70 conceal the dia-
mOnds. Bonner said and within a few
minutes after the theft. he buried them
IN the basement without ever removing
the stones from their Channels sack.
Mr.. Niedringhaus learned several days
ago that Bonner had gone TO Chicago. and
he determined TO follow the negro. In a
few hours after his arrival In Chicago. Mr..
Nledringhaus got a clew to Bonner's
whereabouts.
Prom o'clock until midnight Friday the
detectives and Mr.. Niedringhaus waited
the negro alighted from car and started
20 enter a house. Mr. Niedringhaus iden-
tined the man as his former butler and
ordered the police TO arrest him.
Bonner waived requisition. and on the
train confessed to Detective Ziegier that
he had taken the diamonds and 500. The
money he spent In Chicago