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Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
FEATURE OF CUTTER RACE.
First Of The Series Won BY
First Division-Lieut.
Evans Is Com
plimented.

As stated briefly in yesterday CAPITAL
the first Of series of races in cutters
under oars between the four divisions OF
the new fourth class of midshipmen was
rowed yesterday afternoon.
The boats were manned by ten men
and coxswain. and the race was over a
course two and one-eighth miles straight
away. Each division had picked its best
oarsmen for the race, and the midshipmen
manifested considerable interest in the
outcome of the first of the series.
The first division cutter. Midshipman
L S. tiskey, coxswain. was the winner,
finishing halt boat length ahead OF the
fourth division crew. which was second.
The time was 10 3-5 minutes. The third
division was third and the second divis.
ion finished last, this cutter being -four
lengths behind the winning boat. The
coxswains Of the cutters were as follows
First division. L. ) Biskey; second di-
vision, Alfred Miles: third division. {. q
Gill; fourth division, {. +. Page.
The feature Of the race was the use
of the man-of-war stroke by the crews
Captain Willard II. Brownson, superin-
tendent of the Naval Academy. who
witnessed the race from a steam launch.
complimented Lieutenant Evans upon
this fact, and said it was the first time
in many years that the midshipmen al
the Academy have used this stroke.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Erroneous Statement.

Statements made that the Harlan &
Hollingsworth Company, Of Wilmington,
Del builders of the torpedo-boat de-
stroyer Stringham, had admitted that the
contract speed could not be gotten out
of the boat and that it was surrendered
to the Government was erroneous. While
the boat has not come up TO requirements
in her many preliminary tests. the build
ers now have her in a condition which
satisfies them that she will make the 80
knots an hour called for by the specihca
tions. The Stringham is now at the yards
Of the Baltimore Shipbuilding Company
for the last attention 10 her machinery
On Saturday she will leave to prepare
for the final runs over the Government
speed course off Barren Island. and early
next week the board of naval officers &c
pass upon her ability will be notified OF
the readiness of the builders.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
New English Professor

Professors Coleman, Stevens. Rice and
Young, the newly appointed instructor:
in the department OF English at the Nava
Academy, have reported for duty. They
are the appointees after an examination
where there were many contestants fol
the position, in which examination these
gentlemen were successful.
Professor Coleman is graduate o.
Lehigh University and is a newspaper
man. He was for some time engaged
on the New York SKn. Professor Steven:
is a graduate of Yale, and Professor:
Rice and Young are graduates Of Har
ward. The new instructors are all mer
Of ability and experience.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
THE CLIMATE AND CROP
Weekly Bulletin Issued BY The
Weather Bureau For
Week of Sep
tember al.

During the rly part of the week the
temperatures were much above normal.
but the sudden decrease in the middle OF
the week and the continued cool weather
since will make the temperature for the
week as a whole have averaged but
slightly above normal.
There were light frosts in Anne Arundel
county on the 10Th. and in Frederick
county on the 10th. but little or no damage
resulted Reports from the last of the
seasons threshing in the western counties
indicate no change from conditions pre-
viously reported Wheat crop. light to
average; rye. average crop or a little
less. oats. much below average.
Corn was somewhat improved in many
places by the warmth and sunshine OF
the hrst part of the week, but is so back
ward that the farmers fear heavy loss in
case OF an early killing frost Some
second crop hay is still being cut, and
in Anne Arundel county the third cut.
ting of alfalfa is still in progress with
good returns. Scarle, clover is coming
up. and it will make fair stand.
Reports of the tobacco crop are not as
favorable as early in the season. In
some places the crop will probably fall
short nearly one half, but on the whole
the yield will be fair. Housing is gener-
ally completed. but in certain sections
much Of the crop is still in the field. In
many places the crop has been seriously
damaged in the barns by unfavorable
weather conditions and is very dark. In
Anne Arundel County some tobacco has
rotted and being hauled out on the land.
Complaint of apples dropping has be-
come quite general, but the outlook for
good crop is still promising. Much
fruit was blown down by the recent high
winds. the loss being especially severe
in the southeastern part of the Section,
where in places the bulk of the fruit was
stripped from the trees. Pears continue
to be light Grapes are plentiful but
some varieties have failed to mature.
The potato crop is very uneven. Some
places have one half crop. but in other
places the crop is good Complaint as to
rotting continues general. Tomatoes are
ripening better than in the earlier part OF
the season, and canneries are generally
busy. The crop will average very light,
but is excellent in some places. The
larger part has been gathered. Melons
are about gone after a season of gener
ally poor yield and quality. A full
crop OF chestnuts will be gathered.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
PRICE ONE GENT
PERSONAL AND SOCIAL.
THOSE WHO COME AND GO AND
THEIR FRIENDS.
What is Going on in the Social World
Around You-Brief Items Of Gem
eral Interest to You and
Your Friends.

AOuI IrlenuS.
MIR. Robt. Clayton Jr., is visiting
friends in New York.
Miss Mamie Gesner, who has been
spending the summer at Ocean View. has
returned home.
Mrs. Harry Fonner, of Cumberland.
who has been visiting Miss Cecil Gesner.
has returned home.
Mrs. Edward RoSsiter Rover and Mas.
ter Harry Roger. OF Kansas city are
visiting their relatives Mr.. and Mrs w.
Nj. Abbott, Duke of Gloucester street.
MIR. Christopher Wattenscheidt. OF
Baltimore spent the day with friends here
yesterday.
Mr.. Henry WaySon who has been
spending week with his sister in Wash
ington, has returned.
The Hon. John Writ and Mrs. Ran
dali left today for Baltimore to take the
tIip to Old Point with the Bankers Asso-
citation.
Mrs. Shelton, of Omaha, Neb., former
ly ot North Severn, this county, will
spend the winter here.
Rev. Thos. J. Cross. of Baltimore. will
preach for the ollege Avenue Baptist
Church at the Assembly Rooms tonight.
Mr.. Dulany. one OF the firm of the
Dulany Company, OF Baltimore, was
here today.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Waiting For Granite.

The contractors, Noel Construction
Company, Mr.. George +. Merrill, sup
erintendent, are bending every effort to
complete the quarters by October first,
1904.
To this end the contractors are work
ing twenty-fou hours daily. The work
men are divided into three shifts of eight
hours each. The building has been fitted
throughout with electric lights to accom-
modate the night workmen. The work
is progressing very rapidly and the sixth
floor has been reached, but the con-
tractors are somewhat delayed waiting
for the government to furnish granite for
the completion of the building.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Marriage Announcement.

Mr.. ]. West Aldridge has sent cards
announcing the marriage of his daughter
Mary to DIR. Henry Maynadier Fitzhugh,
both of Baltimore. The wedding took
place today. The bride is granddaugh-
ter of tn. late General Giddings and a
niece of Miss Lizzie Giddings of Annap-
oils.
The Rev. and Mrs. Z. Valt-Spinosa
have sent cards announcing the marriage
OF their da ghter Marie AntoniA to Mr..
Tazewell Taylor Thomas. The wedding
took place today in Bethlehem Pa. The
groom is a graduate of St. Johns College
and is well known here He is practicing
law in Baltimore where the young couple
will reside
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24

The first strength test Of the new
Fourth class has been made, and, as
predicted. Midshipman Chambers, of New
York, was the first on the list with a
grand total Of 1904. This is not very
Close to the Academy record, held by
Midshipman Roy w. Ryden, of Iowa,
above twelve hundred, but the full class
has only been at the Academy three
months and as yet have had but little
experience in the physical examination
Every part Of the body is tested, and
with the present class OF over 300, the
tests last for several weeks
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
The New Quarters.

There remains but four tiers of granite
to be placed on the northwest wall of the
midshipmen's new quarters. The roofing
of the building will be commenced about
November I, and it will take at least six
months for il to be finished. The addi-
tions to the Naval Academy come so
fast now that nomenclature almost fails
for designation. The one preceding the
latest was facetiously called "Oklhama. "
as the then newest addition, and the re-
cent one, where Mrs. KealeY's famous
house stands, the "New Grounds
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
The Band Complimented.

In the report of the Odd Fellows par.
ade IN Baltimore yesterday, the SHH COM
pliments the Naval Academy band and
Annapolis lodge as follows:
"Clad in its plain uniform of blue and
black, but stretching from curb to curb,
moving like piece of gigantic machin.
cry and filling the air for blocks around
with a mighty flood OF melody that was
the United States Naval Academy Band,
under Prof. Charles A. Zimmerman. The
band marched at the head OF Metropolis
Lodge, No. IL, of Annapolis, and il was
received with a continuous unbroken din
OF applause from the point of formation of
the parade until it disbanded.
Metropolis Lodge had over 90 men in
line. wearing white hats with blue bands
and carrying gayly decorated canes.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
TO Deliver Welcome Address

Mr.. ]. Writ Randall. president Of the
Farmers National Bank, Of this city,
has been invited to deliver the address
of welcome TO the Bankers Association
of the District of Columbia and the Mary
land Bankers Association, joint con-
vention of which has been arranged to
take place on the steamer between Balti.
more and Old Point. Mr.. Randall has
accepted and left today for the conven
ton. all the sessions of which will be held
on board the steamer. A delightful trip
is Anticipated.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
NAVAL ORDERS ISSUED.
Transfer Of Naval officers By The Navy
Department

Depafbmoht
The following orders have been issued
to officers Of the navy
Ensign w. G. Briggs has been ordered
TO duty at the Naval Academy.
Lieutenant Commander +. G. Dewey
has been ordered to duty at the Naval
Academy.
Assistant Surgeon A. Stuart has been
ordered to the naval hospital, Naval
Home. Philadelphia.
Lieutenant w. w. Phelps has been
detached from the Yankee and ordered
TO the Naval Academy.
Acting Boatswain w. Spicer has been
appointed an acting boatswain in the
navy from September IL.
Lieutenant-C Commander J. T Newton
has been detached from the Atlanta. and
ordered home to await orders.
Lieutenant w. b. Tardy has been de-
tached from command of the Peoria and
ordered TO the Naval Academy.
Lieutenant Commander H. +. Wright
has been detached from the Boston navy
yard and ordered to the Atlanta.
Chief Gunner M. w. Gilmartin has
been detached from the Baltimore and
granted sick leave for six months.
Lieutenants w. T. Tarrant, +. Lam
dis. G. G.. Mitchell. r. H. Jackson, T..
Jackson, have been ordered to duty at
the Naval Academy.
Captain c. r. Rocker has been de-
tached as member of the Board of In
spectiol and Survey. Washington. and
ordered to continue other duty.
Surgeon Z. X. Stitt has been detached
as member and recorder of the naval
and medical examining board. Museum
Of Hygiene, Washington, and ordered
to resume usual duties.
Surgeon c. F. Stokes has been de-
tached from the Bureau of Medicine and
Surgery. Navy Department, and ordered
to the Naval Museum Of Hygiene. Wash
ington. ID. c.. in connection with the
Medical School
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Academy of Music.

One Of the most interesting events OF
the coming theatrical season at the
Academy OF Music, Baltimore, will be
the introduction of Miss Paula Edwards
as a star by Messrs. 5. s. Shubert and
Nixon & Zimmerman, in the delightful
musical comedy, "Winsome Winnie, by
Paulton and Jacobowski, the authors OF
"Erminie. This is an entirely new and
smart play and will have its premier at
the Academy on Monday, September %.
The engagement will be for one week
only, with the usual matinees.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Guns Being Adjusted.

The guns for the new shore battery at
the Naval Academy, located near the
new armory are being adjusted. The bat
terry will consist of twelve guns to be used
for the practical instruction of midship-
men. The guns will r.nge in size from 5
inch TO three Founders. They will be
mounted on revolving carriages and will
be adjusted for aiming and pointing and
fitted with the latest mechanical appli-
ancec
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Rural Delivery Held Up.

DIR. w. q. Tuck, postmaster of the
Annapolis postoffice has been notified by
the postoffice department at Washington
that the rural free delivery system will
not go into effect on Oct / at Eastport,
Germantown and West Annapolis. as or
dered. The reason for the hold up is not
given. The rural delivery will go into
effect at St. Margaret's October first. as
at first indicated.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Midshipmen Disappointed.

The midshipmen of the upper classes.
who were found deficient in their studies
and were held here during the summer
vacation Of their fellow classmates to
make up the deficiency. thou ! hit to have
their examination early in the week,
which if they passed would give them a
short vacation until next v ednesday, the
opening Of the academic year.
Those who live near enough might
have gone home for day or two and re
turn in the limited time. Others had plan
ned to take little trip, but all are doom
ed to disappointment. 1t is now posi- i've
that the examination will not be held in
time for the midshipmen interested to get
any leave.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Miss Gallatin's Successful Ca
reer.

Miss Alberta Gallatin who will be seen
in Henrik Ibsen's masterpiece, Ghosts
September goth, has been a most sue
cessful leading lady with such stars as
Mrs. FislSe, Thomas w. Keene, 4. H..
Sothern, Richard Mansfield ,and Joseph
Jefferson. She has also starred alone
for two successful season as an inde-
pendent attraction and is one of the
worlds very few successful Rosalinds.
For her starring tour IN "Ghosts" Miss
Gallatin has surrounded herself with a
company of unusual excellence, every
member Of which has been selected with
special care as to his or his fitness for
the part to be portrayed.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Restores Old Paintings

Mr.. Harry c. Hopkins. an artist of
merit, is now in this city, where he win
remain some time. MIR. Hopkins work
is restoring old paintings and family por
traits. He inherits histalent for this work,
his father and mother both having been
engaged in it. Mr.. Hopkins has restored
some of the oldest and most valued
paintings in the State and hold creden-
tials OF a high order from the owners.
His work has always given satisfaction.
For particulars see ad. in another column.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Coming Weddings .

Cards Of invitations have been issued
for the wedding Of Miss katherine Edna
Parlett, daughter OF Mr.. and Mrs. David
.. Parlett OF this city to Mr.. Thomas
Linthicum, Jr., which will take place at
the First M. 4. Church on Wednesday
afternoon. September 80, 1903.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. IL. Smith have issued
cards to the marriage Of their daughter
Mary Elizabeth TO Mr.. William Basil
Johnson. The wedding will take place al
the residence of the brides parents at
Eastport next Wednesday afternoon at
4 o clock.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Deficient Middies.

There are now about fifteen or twenty
midshipmen of the upper classes who are
at the Naval Academy to make up in
subjects in which they were deficient
during the academic year. They are
given this chance, and if successful in
their examination they are kept in. and
if not they are forced to resign The
chief cause of failure seems TO be English
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
St. Mary's Bay Council Repre-
sented.

Several members OF St. MarY's Bay
Council, Catholic Benevolent Legion, of
this city, attended the reception and
parade in Baltimore today in honor of
the return of Cardinal Gibbons from
Rome, where he took prominent part
in the election of Pope Plus X. A com
mittee representing the Legion here
repre- ented St. Mary's Church and
participated in the parade.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Change In Management.

The large clearinghouse of Mrs. A.
Owen Iglehart, on Hanover street. has
been rented to Mrs. N. W. Boiling, Of
Baltimore. and is now ready for the re-
ception Of guests. Mrs. Boiling has had
many years successful experience, and is
well-known here where she has many
friends. Nv.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Outlook Not Bright.

1t is said by number Of democratic
politicians that the changes made in the
proposed democratic ticket that will come
up for nomination at the county conven-
ton, which will meet here next Tuesday.
will meet with great deal of opposition.
Under these conditions the outlook for an
amicable agreement between the two
factions is not bright.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Western Maryland Railroad Sales of Ex-
cursion Tickets To The Great
Frederick Fair.

The Western Maryland Railroad an
nounces the sale of excursion tickets to
the great Frederick Fair. October 20 to
q. inclusive, good to return until October
"a. On Thursday, October II. a special
train will be run from Baltimore, stop
ping at all main line stations to and in
cluding Bruceville. Returning, this train
will leave Frederick at p. m. For
further information apply to local agent
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Improvements.

The increased business Of Mr.. Herman
rheisz, gentlemen furnisher and the
largest haber dasher establishment in
town, has necessitated the enlargement
of his store. Mr.. Theisz has taken in
another room in the rear, and built an
addition to his back building.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Valuable Horse Chloroformed.

A valuable horse belonging to MIR. F.
c. Smith, of Maryland Avenue. was
chloroformed in the stable yard of b. c.
Martin. West street. this morning on ac-
count Of having broken one of its hind
legs.
The animal with two others was being
taken to. the blacksmith shop when one
of the three horses reared and another
shying out of the way slipped and fell
splintering the bones in his left hind leg.
below the knee joint DIR. G. w. Sprank-
lin. veterinary surgeon was sent for, but
the fracture was OF such nature that
nothing could be done to save the ami
NAL and he was given chloroform. to put
him out Of his misery. Mr.. Smith valued
the horse at $50.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Distress After Eating Cured.

Judge w. T. Holland Of Greensburg
La, who is well and favorably known,
says: Two years ago suffered greatly
from indigestion. After sating, great dis
tress would invariably result. lasting for
an hour or so and my nights were rest
ess. concluded to try Kodol Dyspepsia
Cure and it cur d me entirely. Now my
sleep is refreshing and digestion perfect. :
Sold by Feldmeyer Bros. City Drug
Store slim.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Broke His Arm.

Frank Connell, son Of Mr.. Frank Con-
nell, chief electrician on the monitor
Terror fell and broke his left arm,
yesterday afternoon while at play. The
fracture was set by DR.. w. c Claude, and
the young man is reported doing well.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Ran Aground.

The steamer Louise that took the An
napolis excursionists to Baltimore for the
Odd Fellows parade yesterday, on her
return trip last night, ran aground off
!, Horn Point bar. II was nearly o'clock
when the excursion party landed.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
lMay Be Heard Saturday.

Judge I. Thomas Jones. Chief Judge
of the Fifth Judicial District, is expected
to be in town on Saturday next when it
is thought there viii be a hearing in the
Emergency Hospital case.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
on The Sick List.

Mr.. George E. Melvin, owner and pro
vrietor Of Hotel Maryland, is quite sick
at his apartments at the hotel. Mr.. Mel
wins illness is general breaking down
due to too close attention to business.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Big excursions.

Two large excursions Of Odd Fellows
from all over the United States who are
attending the convention Of that Order
held in Baltimore this week, visited An
napolis today, and took in the sights and
places of historic association.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
Physical Culture.

A young lady in town who has made
a great, success in training classes in
physical culture. will shortly inaugurate
class of adults for the winter. A good
move
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
THE RESTORATION
-OF-
Old Oil Paintings.
N1r. Henry G. Hopkins

Begs TO inform Annapolis Picture
owners that he is at present in their
city engaged in restoring collection
OF paintings. and while here offers
his services to those having family
portraits and other works of art
needing renovation. His charges
are moderate; and his reference as
to experience and skill are from the
most prominent picture owners, col
lectors and critics. in this and other
States. He may be addressed. p o.
Box s23. and will gladly make ex-
aminations and give estimates Of
cost if desired. 9 3 I'm
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
WANTS, LOST, FOR SALE

Wants, For Sale, For Rent, Lost. Found, &C
aot exceeding 4 lines, inserted ONE WEEK. o
less. for rs Cents. and additional lines In pro
Jorti3n--to be accompanied by the CASH.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24

DoARD WANTED YOUNG MAN wISHE.
I'D FURNISHED ROOM with board IN Catho
Ilc family. private preferred, state terms. Ad
drese I'll H." This office. 924w
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
A Good Investment.

We will sell you SIX BRICK Dwell
LINGS, very desirably located. n yer
vacant. yielding S77o 90 per year.
vim JULIAN BREWER & SON.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24

XXTANTED-A YOUNG LADY FOR COOL
w position. No. under 10 years old. Appl,
at Capital Office for particulars. 023w
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24

DRAwING-FO A STOVE WILL TAKE
IL place at NASON'S SALOON on Market
opace on THURSDAY. SEPTEMBER 2ith, al
9o'clock, d. m. 9232t
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24

iAIANTED-BOARDER MALE Apply a
Wv Ill Cathedral Street, Annapolis. s24v
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24
MONEY ToLoAN,

Or OOO $1,000. $500. TO LRND ON
DO,OOOp Mortgage 10 sums 10 suit.
JAMES M. MUNRUK.
Attorney and Trustee.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24

CtTRAYRD-NINETREN DUCKS, WHITE,
- ~ Gray and Dark. stroyed from the swan
farm. Eastport. Reward given for any inferma-
tiOn concerning same. u. II, Elliott, kastI ort. "a
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24

WANTED-AN OFFICE BOY. Apply /
w West Street. v2lw
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24

YIyRAINED NUuSE-WOULD LIKE EN-
office. gl9w
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1903-09-24

NOR SALE-A LOT OF SECOND HAND
IL FURNITURE, has not been used long.
Sideboards, q Black Walnut) Hair Cloth Parl0r
suit, l Extension Table and many other useful
articles Inquire at 3s7 Hanover street. gAw