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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-13
FAMILY LARS

Hello, Central. Give me 62-1. Hellol That you, George? We'll, don't forget to get some collars and cuffs, or you will not have clean one in the morning. Yours are all worn out again" Why, Mary, it is only a short time since had a new stock. ; Yes, George, know it, but they must run them through threshing machine at the laundry. Why not try the Wa terbuTy Steam laundry? Bertha says Will gets his collars and cuffs done there and they last twice as long as yours. Ta-taa
 WATERBURY STEAM LAUNDRY.
 " CANAL STREET
 Branch once. 67 Grand street
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-13
FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL.

Closing Stock Quotations.
 Money on call steady at 21s per cent. Prime mercantile paper 6a61b per cent Exchanges, .s144, .06o; balances, $9,615 135.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-13

Cxar Wanted at HeaGquarters.
 LONDON. Oct. 1S.-The peculiar off cial explanation of the pestponenent
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-13
6RIeve. BIssET x HOLLAND. Corcorafl's Groceries
 Graatnsf Stamns in EYistanna Ara inc Rad Star
Greatest Stamps in Existence Are the Red Star.

We share our profits with the wis e housewives.
 COMBINATION ORDERS.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
Alterations and Accidents.

defective fue at the home of G. D.
Ellsworth, 213 9Th street northeast, yester-
day afternoon caused a slight fire. 1t was
extinguishred by a section of the fire de-
partment before any damage resulted.
Alexander Shorter, colored. twenty-five
years old, Of PIT 1 street southwest was
treated at the Emergency Hospital about
l O'Clock this morning for stab wound in
his side, received while in row near his
home last night
David Curtis, colored, of 1925 18th street
northwest, was patient at the Emergency
Hospital early last evening. He was treat
ed for stab wound which, he said, his
wife inflicted with knife.
car at the corner of 18th and and F streets
northwest about O'Clock last night and
struck his head on the concrete street.
Several scalp wounds which he received
were dressed at the Emergency Hospital.
Hunter is twenty-five years old and lives
at 1925 18th street northwest.
John Douglass, colored, who resides in
Crowns Flats, went to the Emergency Hos
pital last night and had a slight scalp
wound dressed. He said that lady friend
struck him during an argument.
A whisky flask in the hands of colored
man is stated to have been the cause of a
wound received on the face by Fred Green,
colored of $40 Indiana avenue. The injury
was dressed at the Emergency Hospital.
James Bell, thirty-five years old, resi-
dent of Baltimore, employed on the steamer
Calvert, which runs between that point and
this city, went to the Emergency Hospital
about o'clock this morning to have a
scalp wound dressed. He said that another
man employed on the boat struck him on
the head last night.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
Cheap Holiday Tickets South.
Seaboard Air Line 1921 Penna. aye.-Adv
Christmas at Bruen Home.

A happy group of children and girls was
assembled in the parlors of the Bruen
Home yesterday morning to celebrate the
birth OF the Christ Child. The Christian
Endeavor Society of Calvary Church pro-
vided the tree and toys, and cadies, toys
and gifts had been sent in by ether friends
of the home. The beautiful tree was laden
with valuable presents for every mother
and child. down to the wee tots.
AS the ninety inmates gathered round the
tree the little ones sang Ring Ring
Christmas Bells Christ Was Born in
Bethlehem and several other Christmas
hymns. which they had learned In the Sun
day school and regular weekly services In
the home. A tiny infant, representing the
babe in the manger, nestled in a snowy
bed under the tree.
The happy occasion closed with all sing-
ing God Be With You Till We Meet
Again and a prayer by Mrs. Graves Mrs
E. X. Flick, the superintendent, assisted
by the Misses Hartshorn, are given much
praise for the success OF this institution
which is so little known and yet so far
reaching in It's influence. There is much
needed to be done for the comfort and gen
eral welfare of this large family, and a
cordial invitation is extended to the pub
lie to visit the home, 1876 NJ street north
west, every Friday, visiting day. and help
in this work of caring for the inmates.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
Christmas Music Tomorrow.

In connection with the regular Christmas
sermon tomorrow at Lincoln Temple, Con-
gregational, 18th and r streets northwest,
Rev. s. N. Brown. pastor, the following
musical program will be rendered at the IL
o'clock service: o Little Town of Bethle-
hem. Niedlinger; who is Like unto Thee,
o Lord, Sullivan; Come Near, Ye Nations.
Watson; TIE Deum, Buck; God SO Loved the
World, Stainer There will also be an alto
solo, This Day is Born a Savior, Stewart,
sung by Mrs. Lula Hamer Burrell; a violin
solo by Mr.. c. C. White and piano num-
Der by Miss Mary L. Europe The choir
consists of: Sopranos, Mrs. Lula Joy
Brooks, Miss Clara G. Brown, Mrs Jose
phine Malvan Cole, Mrs. Luella Grouse,
Miss Mary M. Onley, Miss Rosa b. Stokes;
altos, Mrs. Lula Hamer Burrell. Miss Es-
telle l. Hawkins, Miss Jessie b. Jordan,
Miss Lottie C. Wallace; tenors, Mr. w r.
Franklin, Mr.. William De Long, Mr.. Nor
rison Goodrich BASES, Mr.. l.. E. NJ Banks.
Mr.. Charles Deans, Mr.. John p. Meyers
Mr.. Walter b. Hoyson is director and Miss
Mary L. Europe accompanist.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
UNIQUE CHRISTMAS TREE.
Members Of Fire Company Have a
Merry Time.

At fire engine company No. 8, located on
U street between 10th and nth streets
northwest. there was most unique Christ
mas tree yesterday. One of the f1remen,
while returning from breakfast, found a
very tall, thin cedar tree and took 1t to the
sitting room of his company, and the fire
ladies thereupon determined to have as
merry Christmas as possible.
The tree holder was an old wagon-5ack,
decorated with worn-out fireman's jump
er, on the end of which was placed a fire.
Elan's hat. The tree was lighted with
regular fire lantern, and on the branches
could be seen gracefully hanging string
of peanuts, pieces of candy and cake, a
curTycomb and brush, tin coffee pot, look
ing-glass frame. old saddle stirrup, soldering
iron. pair Of old suspenders Indian club.
empty tobacco bag, broken ornaments.
pieces of orange peel, frying pan. two
sticks of kindling wood, tin can, two old
pipes. pieces Of cotton. dustpan, old tin
flute, horse bit, piece Of coal, scrubbing
brush tin bucket. old floor mop empty
cracker box. salt shaker. old bicycle pedal,
old hose ss,anner. newspaper cornucQpias,
two backing box lids, home made tissue
paper ornaments and an old sponge.
The f1remen enjoyed it all, and with the
eatables and smokeables sent in to them by
their neighbors they will be able to enjoy
many pleasant evening in their very quiet
way.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
IDENTIFIED BY NUMBER
But Automobile Evidently Operated by
Some Unauthorized Person.

Dr. Charles W. Montgomery of us F
street southwest was defendant in the
District branch of the Police Court this
morning on charge Of operating his au-
tomobile in such a manner as to collide
with bicycle. John r. Parker complained
that he was run down by an automobile
While riding a bicycle near the corner of
Eth and + streets northwest Wednesday
last. He said he did not get sight of the
occupants of the machine at the time of the
accident, but bystanders gave him the num-
Der OF the vehicle and he got the name of
DR.. Montgomery from the tax Office.
DR.. Montgomery denied the charge and
explained that he has r-ct used his buzz
carr since September last because it has
been out of order and in a repair shop
since that time. Judge Kimban promptly
dismissed the charge, but took occasion to
comment on the fact that the machine had
probably been taken out by some person
connected with the repair shop. and that
he ought to be punished.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
Short Story Club Program.

At the meeting of the Short Story Club
Tuesday evening last at the Riggs House
the program opened with vocal solo, IAN
Old Romance" by Miss Eta H. Austin
and an encore, Dreams" her piano ac-
companist being Mrs. Charles Hyer. The
story OF the evening was by Miss Gertrude
Wilmington, entitled IAN Actaron of To-
day." in which the fortunes Of college
bred motorman and an heiress appropri-
ately named Diana, were happily united
The song Drink to Me With Thine Eyes,
Love-" was very appropriately given in
duet for violin and piano by Miss Marshall
and Mr.. SZemelinyi who as recall, played
Chopins Prelude" Mrs. c. s. York and
Mrs. M. W. Lang made their initial bow
to the club, the former with Christmas
of the Somerset" Mr. E. A. Tibbetts con-
tributed story, 1.-The Scientist" and Mrs
Mary M. Haywood two humorous recita-
tons, 1.-THE Negro and the Insurance
Agent" and How 1t is Sung by the Choir"
Among those present were Mrs. c. A.
Metcalf, DR.. and Mrs.lV. Shinn, Miss Ger
trude Wilmington, Mrs. E Maynicke Still
man, Miss Eta H Austin, Miss Bertha F.
Wolfe, Mrs. S. e. Faunce, Capt Fred ].
Dean, Miss Martin, Miss johnson, Miss
f. De Coster, Mr. and Mrs. NJ. NJ Thomas
Miss Lola NJ Danforth, Mrs C. 8. York
Miss Marshall, Mr.. Szemelinyi, Mrs. NJ w
Houghton, S. b. Calvin, Mrs. NJ w Long,
Mrs. Mary Stevens Beall, Judge and Mrs
George M. Buck, Mr.. land Mrs. E. A. Tib-
belts, Mrs. Harry L. Strang, jr., Mrs. Dor
sey Moran. Miss Lucille v. Garrett, Mrs
Hannah b. Sperry, Mr.. Paul Sperry, Miss
Llewellyn Flowers. Mr.. Victor L. Dodge
Miss Emmarene Hurd.s Mrs P. j. Hof1iger
Mrs. Shortswelt. Mrs. M. ". Chapman, Mrs
A. g. Powell. Mrs. Mary NJ. Haywood, Mrs
Charles Hyer.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26

David's Lodge, No. %, F. A. A. M. with
which fraternal organization Mr.. Louthan
had long been connected The pallbearers
were Mr.. John McPhaul De-. NJ. j. Holmes,
Mr.. w. II. McCray, Mr.. c. II. Etz, Mr.
NJ. M. Mclean and Capt. ]. B. Lord. In
terment was made in Glenwood cemetery
Mr. Louthan's death was stated to be
indirectly due to chronic tnterstittal nephr1-
tbs, an affection from which he had suf-
fered more or less for a number Of years.
Recently the ailment took an aggravated
form, and last Sunday he was taken to
the Columbian Hospital, with the view of
receiving surgical treatment Monday he
was put under the knife, the operation be-
ing performed by Dr. Bovee, assisted by DIR.
Hull of Brookland, the patients family
physician. Mr.. Louthan rallied from the
shock of the operation, and his condition
steadily improved until Wednesday even
ing, when he was seized by a severe gas
trio hemorrhage and sank rapidly into I'M
consciousness, in which state he remained
until short time before death at am.
Thursday.
Native of Virginia.
Mr.. Louthan was born in Clarke county.
Va, February 20, 1859, and was about
forty-f1ye years of age. He learned the
carpenter trade in early life, and followed
that vocation for several years, coming
to Washington in the early eighties, where
he engaged in contracting work. During
the time he followed this business he was
identified with numerous contraction en-
terprises of considerable magnitude under
government contract, his work winning for
him a reputation for business integrity.
He was engaged upon several government
contracts when stricken by the malady
which resulted in his death. He was also
prominently identified with the develop
nlent of Brookland, having engaged in
building operations in that suburb for
decade.
From his early youth Mr.. Louthan took
an active part in church work. He was
a member of the Brookland Baptist Church,
of which organization he was treasurer
when he died. While a man Of high pro-
fessional integrity and a consistent Chris
tan, 1t was his many lovable personal quail
tiles that gave him high place in the
esteem Of those who knew him. He was
devoted husband, a loving parent and
steadfast friend. He sympathiZed with the
unfortunate and needy, and there are many
acts of helpfulness to his credit which are
known only by the grateful recipients of
his kindnesses.
In 1880 Mr.. Louthan was united in mar
riage to Miss Susie f. Berlin of this city.
His wife and four small children survive
him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
PLANS FOR SPECIAL EXERCISES.
Commander Booth Tucker Of Salvation
Army to Visit This City.

army TO v1S1C his Clty.
Arrangements are being made by the
local corps of the Salvation Army for
visit to this city by Commander Booth
Tucker, whos with the late Mrs. Emma
Booth-Tucker was at the head of the Sal
walton Army in this country, and who Is
now the personal representative of Gen.
Booth, the founder of the organization
Commander Booth-Tucker will arrive here
January 80, and will hold a meeting that
date at some place to be selected later
February l, 1t is expected, he will address
the people of Washington in one of the
local theaters, for the use of which negoti-
atoms are row in progress.
The CO mmander Isl known throughout the
world as enc of the most eloquent speakers
in the army. He has worked for his Or
ganizatiOn in almost every country. but
within the past four or five years has de-
voted himself entirely to work In this coun
try. The death of Mrs. Booth-Tucker in
the railroad wreck in Iowa early in the
fall was great blow to the army. and her
husband Immediately went to England to
visit his father-in-law. He has just re-
turned to America He will be accompanied
by his entire staff his visit to this city,
and it is expected the officers of the staff
will address meetings in other parts of the
city simultaneously with the meeting in
which their chief will speak.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
CITY AND DISTRICT.

During an alteration near the corner of
18th and Q streets about 8 o'clock last night
Walter White. colored, of 1887 nth street
northwest was cut on the left side with q
razor by John Jackson, colored. White was
conveyed to Freedman's Hospital, where
he was given surgical attention.
In report forwarded to the District COM
mittees in Congress today the Commission
4ers recommended favorable action on the
bill for the relief of VincenZo Gerard Of
the city of Washington
William B. Tee, seyenty-five years old
Of 2e2 Indiana avenue. fell on the sidewalk
near the corner of 7th street and Pennsyl-
wanna avenue about $50 o'clock this morn
ing and injured one of his legs. He was
sent TO the Emergency Hospital
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
VICTIM OF PNEUMONIA.
Charles n. cleveland, Boatswain, us.
n, Dies Aboard Steamer Fish Hawk.

Mr.. Charles H Cleaveland, boatswain in
the United States navy, died December "A
OF pneumonia after a brief illness on the
United States steamer Fish Hawk, lying at
Reeder's wharf. Baltimore. Md. His vile
and one son. both of whom were with him
at the time of his death. survive him. He
was in his sixty-second year.
Mr.. Cleaveland had been identified with
the United States navy for many years. He
was veteran of the civil war. participant
ing In many severe engagements. He was
on the United States cruiser Stocksdale at
the engagement near Fort Morgan, in the
vicinity of Mobile. Ala. He also saw ac-
tive service during the Spantsh-American
war.
Mr.. Cleaveland was member of b. h.
French Lodge OF this city, and the funeral
exercises will be conducted under Masonic
auspices at his late residence, 1907 II
street northwest, Tuesday next at 1 pm.
lnterment will be made at Arlington.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
POLICE KEPT BUSY.
Seventy Persons Behind the Bars This
Morning.

The police of the several precincts were
kept unusually busy during yesterday after
noon and last night taking care of petty
violators of the law, who insisted on break
ing the Districts ordinances after they had
celebrated the day by indulging in all sorts
of intoxicants. AS a result of the holiday
spirit there were seventy persons behind
the bars at the Police Court this morning
and liquor was assigned as the chief cause
for the appearance of nearly every one of
them in the temple of justice There was
number OF other persons arrested, but
they were supplied with funds, and were
able to leave collateral at the sta alton
houses for their release.
When the collateral list was called eigh-
teen persons failed to answer to their
names. and the District finances were in
creased by $50, the amount forfeited.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
Ex-aovERNoR SHARP DEAD.
His Remains Conveyed to Council
Grove, Kan, for Interment

The remains OF former Governor Isaac
Sharp of Kansas. who died at his residence
In this city, LET / street, yesterday. were
taken to Council Grove. Kan, for inter-
ment. Gov. Sharp had been I'll about a
month from some stomach trouble. He
was in the seventy-second year of his age.
having been born In Lancaster county.
Pa. May 8. 1882. There he was educated.
and there he was married, moving to Kan
sas in the early fiftfes. Although owing to
an accident which occurred in his infancy
Governor Sharp lost one of his feet, he was
man of active habits. He entered the
free soil campaign In Kansas and became
one OF the most active advocates In the
and-slavery side. He began the practice
or law II Council Grove. and was promi-
nent IN politics. serving IN the Kansas
legislature. and also as governor OF the
state. =
II. the year 1882 he returned to this city,
where he continued the practice Of his pro-
fcssion, but of late years. owing to failing
health, he gave up active work. One son,
Edward Sharp. lawyer Of Council Grove,
survives him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
Funeral of Mrs. Matchett,

The funeral of Mrs. Harriet Stratton
Matchett, who died Tuesday. took place at
her late residence, 1928 sth street north
west at 2 o'clock pm. Thursday. and was
conducted by her pastor, Dr. Bristol Of
Metropolitan NJ. E. Church, of which church
she had been a member for many years
The interment was at Glenwood. Mrs
Matchett was the wife of John w. Matchett,
the city evangelist. She was woman of
retiring, gentle self sacriicing spirit; con-
siderate OF the poor and delighting in minis
tering to their necessities. She leaves many
friends and acquaintance. who sincerely
mourn her death and who deeply sympa-
thize with her aged husband and her family
In their bereavement
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
National Union Election.

The following were elected as officers of
Scott Council, No. 45S. National Union, at
recent meeting: President, DR.. f. d.
Thompson; vice president. c. L. Hime-
baugh: speaker, Geo. M. Moore: ex-presi-
dent, Geo. 8. Livingston; secretary, ]. H.
Bell: financial secretary, B. F. Chase;
treasurer, w. w. Case: chaplain, w. H.
Hessick; usher w. G. Rockwell; sergeant
alarms. e. G. Bailey: doorkeeper, r. L.
Birch; trustees. Geo. H. Hildreth, ]. r.
Matthews, H. Weber; delegates to cabinet,
F. A. Warfleld. j. II. Bell, w. w. Case:
delegate to immediate relief, Chas. Reed
delegate to F. B. Societies. w. F. Wolfe.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
v. Baldwin Johnson>s New Coal Office
612 9th st. Cheap coal Is slaty. INFERIOR
Advertisement.
Pastor and His Wife SURPRISED.

DIR. and Mrs. Wallace Radcliffe were
agreeably surprised yesterday morning by
an unusual Christmas gift from the New
York Avenue Presbyterian Church. 1t
seemed at first only beautiful bouquet Of
lilies OF the valley, heather holly. mistletoe
and other flowers. but the bouquet was in
closed In costly silver bowl bearing an In
scription of their love and appreciation OF
their pastor and his wife. and hidden under
meath was found large bag of gold Not
the least interesting was the manner of its
conveyance In a quiet call of congratu-
latton by Justice Harlan and his son. Presi-
dent Harlan of Lake Forest College.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
$1.26 to Baltimore and Return Every
Saturday and Sunday, via B. & o. r. r.
Advertisement.
Infant Abandoned.

Some hard-hearted person deserted a baby
girl, about a month old, last night, leaving
it on the steps of the Jefferson School
building, corner of 9th street and Virginia
avenue southwest, in the drizzing rain. 1t
was found by Moss Garfinkle of 1909 Az
street, who happened to be passing about z
o'clock and heard it's cries. The founding
was taken by him to the fourth precinct
police station, where 1t was cared for I'M
til 1t was taken in charge by nurses of the
board of chldren's guardians. The baby
was warmly dressed in the best of clothes
but there We're no marks on its clothing
which would lead to the identification of It's
parents.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
Death of Mrs, Iseman.

Mrs. Jane Steiner Iseman died yesterday
at her residence 81 L street northwest, af-
ter an illness of three days. Mrs Iseman
was the daughter of Mr.. and Mrs. Jacob
Steiner, formerly of Baltimore. A particu-
larly sad coincidence was that Mrs. Ise-
man was taken i'll on the first anniversary
of her wedding day.
BY her loving nature she had endeared
herself to large circle of friends both here
and in Baltimore and her unlocked for de-
mise was a great shock to them all.
Funeral services will be neld at $50 to-
morrow, and the body taken to Baltimore
for interment.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
Centennial Anniversary.

Rev. A. w. Pitzer, d. D., LII D., presi-
dent of the Washington City Bible Society,"
has received an invitation from the presi-
dent and board of managers of the British
and Foreign Bible Society. London. En-
gland, to take part In the Tooth anniver-
sary of that society to be held in London
March to 8. 1904. The Washington city
society has elected DIR. Pitzer to attend,
and 1t is expected that he will be able to
go.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
Cures Permanent.
MIR. Anderson Writes, Feb.
Is, 1908, That Disease
Has Not Returned.

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Cuticura Remedies cured us and the disease has
not returned. and all praise the Cuticura Rene
dies and would be glad to have you use our names
Would be willing to answer any letters from any
person wishing to know about these Remedies"
Cuticura Ointment is beyond question the most
successful curative for torturing, disfguring hu-
mours of the skin and scalp including loss Of hair
compounded, in proof of which single anoint-
ing preceded by hot bath with Cuticura Soap,
and followed in the severer cases, by a dose of
Cuticura Resolvent, is often sufficient to afford I'm
mediate relief in the most distressing forms of
itching, burning and scay humours, permit rest
and sleep, and point to a speedy cure when all
other remedies fail.
Sold throughout the world Cuticura Resolyent,
Soc. lin form of Chocolate Coated Pills. 25c per
vial Of COZ, Ointment. 5oc., Soap. 25c. Depots,
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IL Send for How TO Cure Skin Tortures etc.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
Oregon Society Organized.

There are more than fifty Oregonians
temporarily residing in Washington. most
of whom met a few evenings ago and or
gani.ed THE Oregon Society" and elected
the following officers for the ensuing year:
Henry III. Gilfry, president; d. C. Sher-
man. hrst Vice president: A w. Patterson
second vice president; Miss Meta Davis
secretary: Walter Williams, treasurer Ex-
eeutive committee: j. A. Straight, F. D.
Jack, VIM. Il. Turner. Mrs. Katie Lockland
ana Miss Bessie Sherman. Arrangements
have been made for another meeting Sat
urday evening, January s.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-26
Ammonia Mistaken for Medicine.

Frances Blackburn colored of 1872 n
street southwest. an employee at the Ma
tionai Hotel, mistook bottle containing
ammonia for a medicine bottle about /
o'clock this morning and swallowed por-
ton of its contents. The ambulance from
the Emergency Hospital was summoned
and she was conveyed to that institution
where she YVES given treatment and was
soon out of danger.