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Evening star., 1903-12-30
Police Boat Preparing to Break Ice.

The harbor police boat VigiIant was this
morning hauled out on Benefits railway
to have her plough placed on her and for
other minor work before she starts the
breaking Of the ice in the tidal basin. The
boat yard men are employed in covering
the underwater portion of the hull from
her bow back to about midships with gall
vanized iron, to prevent the ice from cut
ting her wooden hull. and the plough will
be fastened to the boat this afternoon She
VIII be launched. ready for work, this
evening If the tides will allow, but as the
northwest winds are keeping the water
low she may not get overheard until they
blow themselves out. 1t is expected, how
ever, that the Vigilant will be able to start
to work in the basin tomorrow.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
"Three Little Maids"

Next Monday evening Manager Rapley
will present to the patrons of the National
Theater Charles Frohman and George Ed
wardes London Company. In Paul Rubens'
delightful musical comedy. Three Little
Maids" This organization comes with the
altogether 1attering Endorsement of pros
porous stay in London Of a year and in
New York for the remarkable period of five
months. having closed its engagement at
the Garden Theater in Manhattan last Sat-
urday evening. The company is headed by
Mr.. George P. Huntley a comedian who
has long held first place in the affections of
London theater-goers. and also Maurice
Farkoa, Madge Crichton, Della Mason
Maude Hobson. J. Edward Fraser, Polly
Emery, Elsa Ryan and George Carroll.
Three Little Maids is declared to be an
entertainment of unique character In that
1t contains nothing of the boisterous or
ough-and-tumble elements now SO much in
vogue in so-called musical comedy
Evening star., 1903-12-30
T he THEAT E R.


Henry Irvings portrayal of Louis XI'
ranks as one of the masterpieces of the
modern stage and was duly appreciated as
such by the audience ae the New National
Theater last night The performance was
one which exhibited the eonsummate skill
at Irving's command accommodating by
the most subtle methods extreme contrasts
of thought and feeling. The intense inter-
est with which the uniovable and almost
repulsive character was observed last night
was high tribute to the art Of the player
who portrayed 1t. Thso company was one
OF general efficiency. theayery responsible
role of Nemours beingI played by Gerald
Lawrence in very eH1cient manner. The
performance of James HeArn as Coitier. the
physician. was excellent
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Minstrel Mfsses

Chase's contribution to the cause of gay
ETY. next week comprises Ned Wayburn s
Minstrel Misses. Adolph link, Bedini and
Arthur. Menifee. Johnstone & Co., Adamini
and Taylor. Martini and Max Millian Harry
Smirl and Rose kessner and vitagraph COM
edy views of "Rube and Mandy at Coney
Island" The seventeen Minstrel Misses
spent sixteen weeks in New York city last
summer and were a hit throughout the en-
tire period Their blacking up in full view
of the audience is said to occasion no end
of surprise. interest and amusement. Adolph
link is described as little rnan-big come
dian." and he was immensely popular with
jerome Sykes in Foxy Quiller." Bedini
and Arthur are famous missle-catching
Jugglers Awhose act aboundsi also in comedy.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Coal $6.65 Coal.

White Ash Anthracite. guaranteed to give
entire satisfaction in Ranges and LatrObes,
1856 per ton. Other grades at market
prices John Moran & Co., main Office, 2126
Pa. ave; yard, 10th and X
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Union Veterans to Call ON President.

In compliance with an order issued by
Division Commander John Hammond. the
members of the u. v. U., Potomac Division.
will assemble at headquarters, 9Th and f
streets northwest. at IL a. m. New Year
day, and win proceed thence in body to
the White House to pay their respects to
the President.
Department Commander KimbaIl of the
G. A. r. is making preparations for large
turnout of the members to call on the Pres
ident New Year day, and has issued his
instructions for the assembling at Grand
Army headquarters. in full uniform if pos
sible. Those who have no uniform are re-
quested to wear dark clothing and the
Grand Army badge and button.
Evening star., 1903-12-30

Miss Maud Powell and Mr.. Marcel
Journet.
Miss Maud Powell, who is to play here
at the Columbia Theater on Tuesday, Janu-
airy 8, at Ais, is a Washington woman by
birth, the daughter Of Maj. Powell, former
superintendent of the public schools in this
city. Miss Powell has just returned from
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Knights of Pythias Election.

Capitol Lodge. No. a knights of Pythias.
has elected the following officers for the
ensuing year: w. T. Richardson, chancellor
commander: J. F. Rock, vice chancellor;
Henry RiesDerg, prelate: ]. NJ. Carpenter.
master of work; j. w. Carter, keeper of
records and seal; s. L. Gardiner, master of
finance; Julius Niedt. master of exchequer;
q. III. F. kolh. master AT arms: l.. II. Bur-
dette. inner guard: J. +. Skidmore onte.
guard; G. w. Bdumann. relief bureau: r.
A. Reeves. 5. l.. Gardiner and j. F. Skid
more. trustees; J. w. Carter, s. L. Gardi-
ner. J. F. Skidnore. A. a. Rock and c. +.
Little. representatives TO the Grand Lodge.
Evening star., 1903-12-30

Electric Car Service and Spread 81
Tuberculosis Under Consideration.

At meeting of the Business Mems Asso-
citation last evening at the Regent Hotel
resolutions introduced by Mr.. Hilton jack
son were adopted providing for the appoint
ment of committee to investigate the car
service on certain lines of the Washington
Railway and Electric Company. and. If nee
essary, to bring the matter to the attention
of the proper committee of Congress. Com
plants of the limited number of cars on the
Brightwood and Tenleytown lines were
referred to the committee. President Ray
mond named the committee. as follows:
Messrs. Jackson, Walker, Andrews, Golden.
GUIDE, Staples and Fleming.
Mr.. Jackson made special objection to the
use of open cars on the Columbia line.
A resolution presented by w. f. GUIDE.
protesting against the location OF the Naval
Hospital on the old Naval Observatory site
was adopted. He said The carrying out Of
such plan meant total disregard, not
only OF the wishes and sacrifices of Prest-
dent Washington, who by authority re-
served it for other use, but also of the plans
and efforts of many citizens who for years
have striven and are still striving to make
Washington a city notable for its healthful-
ness, beauty and magnifcence." COM
mittee will be appointed to lay the resolu-
ton before the committee on public build
ings and grounds of Congress-
Addresses were made on the subject OF
tuberculosis, and while this matter was
under consideration DIR. D. Percy Hick1ing
presided. He also took part in the discus
sion, and said the reason this subject was
brought up was in order that steps might
be taken to prevent the spread of the dis
ease.
DIR. w. c. Woodward, the health officer,
gave statistics which showed that during
the five years preceding June 3O 1900, II per
cent of the deaths among the whites were
due to consumption, and II per cent among
negroes
DIR George C. Kober commended the anti
splitting regulation, and urged a separate
tuberculosis hospital in the city. Mr.. Chas
F. Weller, secretary of the Associated
Charities, presented views of filthy and
dirty homes where tuberculosis thrives.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
"The Volunteer Organist." I"

VIM B. Gray's beautiful temperance
drama, THE Volunteer Organist," will be
the attraction at the Academy next Mon
day. The scenes of the play are laid in a
small village in the northern part of Ver-
mont, and the story is enlivened by several
thrilling and pathetic scenes. One act
shows realistic snowstorm, with the snow
heaped up in great piles such as is only
found in the open country. During the
storm child is seen struggling through the
vast drifts, and finally falls exhausted by
the roadside. Two beautiful St. Bernard
dogs appear upon the scene and rescue the
little one. This scene provokes great en-
thusiasm with audiences, and may be
classed as one of the strongest in the play.
Another act shows the interior of church.
with it's organ, pulpit, choir loft and the
choir boys singing.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Christmas Cheer and New Year Eve
Service

A committee of Columbia Lodge. No. 10
l. o. o. F., dispensed Christmas cheer to the
large number Of widows of the lodge recent
~ by taking to each one a turkey for the
Christmas dinner. This custom has pre-
vailed with Columbia Lodge for several
years. The last meeting of the lodge for the
year will fall on New Year eve and 1t has
been decided to hold watch night service,
on which occasion the regular business of
the lodge will be transacted. officers will be
elected, candidates initiated and refresh
ments served. The doors will be open to all
Odd Fellows.
Evening star., 1903-12-30

condition at the Washington Asylum Hospi-
tai as the result of having fallen on a red
hot stove at his home about o'clock this
morning. Tayer is forty-five years old, and
lives in a shanty near the corner of 18th
and D streets southeast.
The police of the fifth precinct, in their
report to headquarters, state that the man
was intoxicated last night, and, instead of
going to bed, fell asleep a chair beside
the kitchen stove. About 2 o'clock this
morning he fell on the stove and was pain
fully burned about the body and hands.
The patrol wagon conveyed him to the hos
pital. where his condition is regarded as
critical.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Children's Carnival.

The children's carnival, comprising songs,
dances, drills and tableaus, attracted
large audience to the Lafayette Opera
House yesterday afternoon. The enter
tainment was divided into two parts. the
first being IAN Evening In Japan and
the second potpourr of attractive group
and solo dances and attractive songs, the
whole concluding with I'm Sunny Africa,
given by well-drilled class of ten. The
carnival was under the direction of Miss
Minnie E. Hawke. Those who participated
in the principal numbers were Minnie
Webb Stella Raymond, Mabel Sullivan,
Pauline Sullivan and Anna Harvey.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
italian Cruiser on Way to This Country

The italian cruiser Amerigo Vespucci is
reported to be on her way to this country
and will come up the Chesapeake to Balti-
more. This ship. 1t will be reeolected, paid
q visit to the Potomac short time prior
to the war with SPAN, and her advent
gave rise to rumor that Spanish man
of-war was coming. She lay off Alexandria
for two or more weeks and was visited by
hundreds of persons from this city. The
Vespucci is the training ship for the en-
bryo admirals of the Italian navy and Is
one of the old type bark-rigged cruisers.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
The Old Homestead.

Denman Thompson and his fine old play,
THE Old Homestead" comes to the Co.
lumbia next week with matinoes Thursday
and Saturday. "The Old Homestead is one
of the few plays that are clean. wholesome
and inviting and much OF a delight to
children as those of ripper years. In addi-
ton to Mr.. Thompson-as Joshua Whi;.comb
a cast of unusual excellence is promised
and production equal to the original in de-
tail. The vocal features Of 1.-The Old Home
stead" are as Importantly placed as of yore.
The double quartet and the grand choir in
the Grace Church scene are said to be as
impressive as ever. The management each
year makes special scale of prices in this
city for Mr.. Thompson's engagement, the
prices ranging from twenty-five cents to
one dollar.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Brakeman Seriously Injured.

James Brown, twenty seven years of age,
a resident of Alexandria, Va was so Sc
riously injured by railroad train at the
corner of 9th street and Virginia avenue
southwest about o'clock last night that
he will probably lose his left arm. Brown
is brakeman on the r.. r. and p railroad
and was crossing the tracks when back
ing engine struck him and dragged him
under the wheels His left arm was badly
crushed. his left ankle was sprained. and,
in addition. he was badly bruised about the
chest.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
"a Hidden Crime"

A modern scenic comedy drama "a Hid
den Crime" with a wealth of beautiful
scenery and wonderful electric fountain.
will be the attraction at the Empire The
ater next week. The company is headed by
Mr.. John P. Lockney, the author of the
drama, and Miss Pauline Fletcher popu-
lar Western actress. "A Hidden Crime
depicts life in San Francisco on both sides
of the social scale
Evening star., 1903-12-30
This Will Interest Many.

F. w. Parkhurst, the Boston publisher,
says that II any one afflicted with rheu-
matism in any form. neuralgia, will send
their address to him at S04-60 Winthrop
building Boston, Mass, he will direct them
to a perfect cure. He has nothing to sell
or give; only tells you how he was cured
after years Of search for relief Hundreds
have tested it with success.-Advt
Evening star., 1903-12-30
"Under Southern Skies.v

Under Southern Skies comes to the La
fayette Opera House week of January A,
with matinees Wednesday and Saturday
The play is well remembered here from last
season, the impression it then left being
most favorable. Since it has been seen here
Under Southern Skies has appeared In
many cities and always to large and en-
thusfastic audiences. The Halloween cele-
bration will be enlivened by entirely diff
ferent songs and dances. A complete new
and beautiful scenic setting and new cos
tunes have been provided
Evening star., 1903-12-30
LOCAL MENTION.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

Academy-Mr. Thomas e. Shea in THE
Fools Revenge" pm.
Chase's-Marie Dressler and polite vaude-
vile, S:13 pm.
Columbia Richard Carrie in The Tender
foot" S:15 pm.
Empire-''Saved from the Sea- pm
Kernan's-"The Utopians,' S:15 pm.
Lafayette-Vera Michelcna in The Prin-
cess Chic" s:15 pm.
National-Henry Irving in THE Merchant
of Venice" pm
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Funeral of Mrs. Quinlan.

The funeral of Mrs Emma F. Quinlan
took place from st. Patrick's Church Sat
urday morning at 0 o'clock. The deceased
was faithful and devoted teacher in the
public schools for many years. She was
always considerate of the poor and needy,
and did many acts of kindness known only
TO the recipients of her favors.
BY her bright and cheerful disposition
she endeared herself TO a large circle of
friends who sincerely mourn her death.
Evening star., 1903-12-30

Emma Roame, d colored resident of Pleas
ant alley southwest, was taken suddenly
i'll at her home about IL o'clock last night.
The ambulance from the Emergency Hos
pital was called and she was conveyed to
that institution. where she was given
medical treatment.
Evening star., 1903-12-30

an extended tour through Europe, having
been the sololst Of Mr.. Sousas band, and
achieved many new and notable triumphs
in London Paris. Berlin and other cities.
Mr.. Marcel Journet will be heard here
again in this concert. Mr.. Journet now g.
the height of hts fame, is singing the prin-
cfpal bass roles in the opera in New York
this winter, and is also to sing in the won
derful production of Parsifal, to be given
there. Seats are now on sale.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
The S. s. Rowland Sale.

Messrs. Sloan Co, auctioneers, are now
compiling catalogue Of the valuable effects
remaining in Mr.. Howland's residence. No.
1871 l St, which are to be sold there We'd
nesday and Thursday, January and 7,
1904. Private view can be had by card
from the auctioneers Monday. The resi-
dence will be thrown open to the public for
inspection on Monday from 10 m until i
pm Catalogues mailed on application
Advertisement.
Evening star., 1903-12-30

The annual Christmas entertainment OF
the Church of the Sacred Heart for the
members of it's Sunday school was given
last night in the hall over the post office
in Mount Pleasant under the direction Of
the pastor OF the church, Rev. Joseph Nc
Gee The huge Christmas tree was lavish
ly adorned with appropriate decorations
and the little ones were made happy with
generous shares of candy, nuts and fruit.
An attractive juvenile program constituted
part of the entertainment for the evening.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Those Who Demand the Very Finest

find greatest satisfaction in purchasing
meats of T. Il. KEANE, 34-b1 Center mkt.
and Wholesale Row. His Washington
dressed Beef and Southdewn Lamb repre-
sent the climax of excellence in meats Also
'Deerfoot Farm Sausage and Bacon, "Old
Va. Country-cured Hams and "Smithfield''
Hams and Bacon. Prices will be found con-
sistenuy low. Prompt attention given all
orders. Special exhibits daily.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
shakespeare's Resting Place.

One of the etchings used in making The
Star calendar for 1904 is entitled Shakes
peare's Resting Place" The calendar con-
sists of a genuine artists proof etching,
with the dates for the twelve months
formed around the margin.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
POTOMAC RIVER BOATS.
THE WEENs STEAMBOAT co.

THE WEEAS STEAMBOAT co.
Winter Schedule-In Effect December %. 1904
Steamers Calvert and Potomac Will leave Sth Of.
pm. for River Landings and baltimore arriving
In Baltimore early Tuesday. Thursday and Satul.
day mornings Returning will leave Pier No. q
Light ST.. Baltimore. every Tuesday, Thursday ana
Saturday at pm. arriving in Washington early
Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings Accom-
modations for passengers unsurpassed. Baltimore.
Philadelphia and New York freight solicited All
river freight must be prepaid. STEPHENSON =
BRO. Agents. Telephone Main 7<5. mhl2-tf-I2
E. 8. RANDALL POTOMAC RIVER LINE co.
DAILY STEAMERS FOR RIVER LANDINGe:
Monday and Wednesday at pm. for Colonial
Beach, Coton's and intermediate landings, and
landings in wicomico river and Nomini and Lower
Machodoc creeks. Va. Saturdays at am. to9
Colonial Beach and intermediate landings, and
Bushwood. Rock Point, Colton's, CurriOniau and
landings in Nomini creek.
Sunday. Tuesday aud Thursday at AN. fol
landings to Colonial Beach and Maddox creek.
UNITED STATES MAIL ROUTE,
WASHINGTON, d. c., TO GLYMONT, Md,
and intermediate landings.
The STEAMER ESTELLE RAND4LL-Daily, ex-
cept Sunday, al Returning about 4:30 pm.
Passenger accommodations frst class. Freight re-
ceived until within a half hour of sailing.
E. 8. RANDALL, Manager. phone 1765. GEO.
O.. CARPINTER. General Agent. Washington.
phone 1765. VIM. NJ. REARDON, Agent. Alex
andrfa phone 30. au3-tf.s2
Evening star., 1903-12-30
We Move ANYTHING.
George Tayer Badly Burned.

Merchants Transfer & Storage Co, ,92o E st.
advertisement.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
EXCURSIONS TOMORROW.

Randall line for landings to Colonial
Beach and Maddox creek at am.
Steamer Norfolk for Fortress Monroe and
Norfolk at $50 pm.
Steamer Estelle Randall for Glymont and
intermediate landings at am.
Weems line for Baltimore and river land
ipgS at pm.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
4 Large Cans Best Tomatoes. 25c.. ST.. SC

per case; Extra Sifted Peas, 10c., $3.50
case: California Prunes. &C.; Evaporated
Peaches, TIC; Laundry Soap. 25c. doz.; q
lbs. Granulated Sugar 81; Golden Crown
Coffee. 29c.; Macaroni &c.; Table Syrup, &c.
and 1Oc.; lbs. Buckwheat, 25c. j. T. D.
Pyles stores, including 94S La. ave.
no2G-2t
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Your New Years Guests

will enjoy OLD GLORY" more than any,
thing else you could offer them. Order a
case of this famous dark beer today Phone
S13S Abner-Drury Brewing Co., 25th & F sts
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Irwin's Big Show.

Fred Irwin's Big Show comes to the Ly-
ceum Theater next week, commencing Mon
day matinee. The performance is In the
form of a two-act musical comedy entitled
"Gilhooley's Day on The costumes
scenery and stage effects are elaborate.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
CITY AND DISTRICT.

The Commissioners have ordered that the
Western Market be closed at 2 O'Clock to-
morrow afternoon, and that it be open from
a IN. until IL am. Friday January /. This
action is taken at the request of the deal
ers in the Western Market.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Indispensable for New Year Functions.

"Four-Leaf Clover Creamery Butter
never fails 10 give satisfaction. 5-lb boxes
a specially. Jas. L. oyster, 9th & Pa ave
Advertisement
Evening star., 1903-12-30

If you'll serve hot coffee at your "at
home New Years. of course it will be
Congressional Coffee It's the best 3hc;
lbs. 81. Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Co.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Nine. sembrich,s Song Recital.

Seats are now on sale for song recital
to be given at the National Theater Janu-
ary II by Nine. Sembrich. Mr.. Rudolph
Ganz of Chicago has been especially en-
gagged as accompan1st.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Savannah by Sea. "

Merchants and Miners Transportation
Company now have on sale winter excur-
sion tickets Baltimore to Florida and south
ern points Through tickets on sale at b.
and o. offices. Send for tour book.
W. p. TURNER. G. P. A.,
Baltimore, Md.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Begin the New Year Right.

Promote economy and safeguard the FAM
lily health by supplying your table with
Schneider's Malt Bread. It's a perfect
food. At grocers'. fresh for every meal. DC.
Evening star., 1903-12-30

Oil Heaters, Cooking and Heating
Stoves at reduced prices. Jno. Moran, 2126
Pa. ave.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Fruit Cake for the HOLIDAYS.

Delicious Fruit Cake and Pound Cake 2Oc
lb. Finest made. Carl Hoffman,, all mkts
1922 Grant ST. Phone N. 1426-Adyt
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Imperial Extra Dry Champagne. y

The best wine on the market for tn
money. Quarts, 81; pints, 6Oc.: n pints. 25e
Geo. w. Drivers. COS Pa. ave.
no1S-w,fm.tf
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Any Surplus Funds You Have

will draw per cent interest If deposited
with Union Trust & Storage Co, 1414 F.
Deposits subject to check at will-Advt.
Evening star., 1903-12-30

"Downey" Carriages Are Noted
for style and elegance. Hired reasonably
for all social occasions. Downey's, 1929 L.
advertisement
Evening star., 1903-12-30

Calendars! Calendars!! Calendars!I!
All knds-all sizes-at all prices Byron s
Adams, Printer. 512 11th st-Advt
Evening star., 1903-12-30
$1.25 to Baltimore and Return Every

Saturday and Sunday, via B. & O. r. r.
All trains. both ways, both days. except
Roy"l Limited, leaving Washington 3 and
Ba Idmore T:35 - om.-Advt
Evening star., 1903-12-30

There's More "Muenchener" Beer Used
in Washington homes than any other brand
Famous as table beer 2 doz., 81 25 Phone
222, National Capital Brewing Co. 1t
Evening star., 1903-12-30

The Commissioners have accepted the bid
o. Fred Drew for laying concrete in the
basement of the Franklin School building
for SIS
Evening star., 1903-12-30

Gas Radiators. Oil Heaters.
Full stock: best makes; bottom prices.
GIG 10Th st. Muddman & Co. 1904 g
Evening star., 1903-12-30
VIM. Cannon's Fine Wines and Liquors

Well supply you famous foreign and do
mestic Wines and Liquors for New Years.
You'll like them. Your friends will like
them. Their quality is par excellence. fla
vor is pleasing 1225-27 7th. Phone North 52S
Evening star., 1903-12-30

A Capital Smoke
THE HENRY GEORGE 5-cent Cigar.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Melville Club Old Rve whiskv.

Absolutely pure, Soc. fun pints, 25c full half
pints Geo. w. Drivers. eos Pa. ave
no1S '.f,m.tf
Evening star., 1903-12-30

Bass Ale, Light and Dark Beers on
Draft at Geo. W. Drivers Cos Pa. ave.
no1S-W,f tt
Evening star., 1903-12-30
The General Arthur Ten-Cent Cigar
Coffee for New Year Affairs

Isn't intended to hurt the sales of tn
higher priced cigar, but it does.
Evening star., 1903-12-30

Drink Kenny's Teas and Coffees.
Highest quality.
Lowest prices.
Prompt deliveries. 60 Stores.
Evening star., 1903-12-30

Flynn's Business College, Sth and K.
BUSINESS, shorthand. typewriting-$25a yr
advertisement.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
Order Your Ice Cream and Cake

for your New Years reception from Reisin-
ger g. H.O gal. 5Oc. half gal Brick
Cream, S1.25 gal. 235 G st. Phone e S92.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
se5 Days Advertising for s Cents.

Calendars are the cheapest publicity yo
can buy. Byron SAdams, Printer 512 11th s
advertisement.
Evening star., 1903-12-30
CITY ITEMS.

If "old Braddock" Maryland Rye
Is Used for the Punch
and eggnog you're to serve New Years
you'll be voted capital host Grocers, cafes
clubs. Jas. Clark Distilling Co., d. P. Nc
Carthy, Mgr, $40 Pa. ave. Phone 1895. 1t