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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Lecture on diplomatic Service.

The regular monthly meeting of the Mems
Club of st. Margaret's Episcopal Church
was held last evening at the residence Of
MI. Alexander T. Hensey. president Of the
club, 1901 Columbia road There was a
large attendance Of members and guests
The lecturer of the evening was Fred
erick Van Dyne, assistant solicitor Of the
Department of State, his subject being Our
Diplomatic Service" After the meeting
opened the president, in few remarks, in
troduced the lecturer.
Mr.. Van Dyne opened his subject by trac-
ing international diplomacy and diplomatic
relations between different countries from
their inception in the beginning of the sew
enteenth century. The lecture was replete
with interesting anecdotes and humorous
Incidents.
Supper was served in the dining room,
which was tastefully decorated for the occa-
sion. After supper several songs and cho-
ruses were rendered by some of the men,
bers, while others enjoyed cigars as wen as
the music.
Among those present were: Dr. Herbert
Scott Smith. rector of st. Margaret's; DR..
Lytton Ament, s. H. Agnew. Hobart
Brooks, e. H. Bond. Frederick c. Bryan.
A. D. v. Burr. Henry c: Bushby. Alexander
Britton, Major Norman H. Camp, Oswald e.
Camp. w. Riley Deeble Charles Davies,
Prof. F. P. Dewey, .Swepson Earle, L. M.
Fryer, Sterling Gait. Hunter Calf, L. M.
Cough, Eugene Cough, Alexander T. Hensey,
Keferstein, J. e. Mulcare, A. B. LeP. Mes
ny, Edwin j. Mckee, s. A. Mccarthy, Geo.
B. Merriam, DR.. Henry A. May. F. H.
Newell, D. B. G. Poole, Henry Sears VIII
bur F. Smith; Col; E. W; Stone, Prof: Geo.
F. Smallwood. Edwin S. spalding, c. P.
Townsend, Harry NJ Walter, Albert G.
Winner Oscar W. White, s. c. Wilson, Geo.
Ward. w. Williams and others.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12

v. Baldwin Johnson's New Coal Office,
612 9th st. Tel. Main 1604 and 1GO5.-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
NEW LIEUTENANT OF POLICE.
Sergeant Shilling Succeeds to Position
Vacated by Capt. Swindells.


Sergt. Anthony Shilling Is to be lieu
tenant of police after next Sunday. He re-
ceived his promotion late yesterday after
noon to succeed to the position created by
the promotion Of Lieut.. Swindells to a cap
taincy. A few minutes after Commissioner
West acted upon the recommended ton of the
superintendent of police. Major Sylvester
called up the fortunate sergeant at the
White House. where he was on duty, ana
congratulated him.
The promotion of Sergt. Shilling had been
determined by Major Sylvester several days
Headquarters. He was at headquarters
again yesterday, but went away before final
action was taken in the matter. His pro-
motion is regarded as recognition OF
length of service and strict attention to
duty. Many of the applicants were the
younger men in the service.
TONY Shilling. as his friends Familiarity
call him. is a native of Germany. He came
to this country when he was a mere boy
and became a member of the police depart
ment in 1874. He has been sergeant Tor
about twenty years. For long time ne
was connected with the eighth precinct ana
afterwards did duty in the first precinct:
Three years ago he was transferred and
placed in command of the police squad at
the White House.
The promotion of Sergt. Shilling makes
room for another elevation from the ranks
An acting sergeant is to be made full
sergeant. which means an extra compensa-
ton Of S. a month and possible successful
promotion. There are only four acting SER
gearts doing duty in the precincts and one
at the house of detention. The one at the
house of detention is John Gallaher su-
perintendent of the house. Those In the
precincts are c. H. Bremmerman, J. j.
Murphy and c.. A. Carlson of the tenth
precinct and George Shannon of the second
Major Sylvester has not yet indicated who
will get the promotion.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
CITY AND DISTRICT.

A man named Thomas, employed in the
quartermaster generals office. in the War
Department, was holding a piece of ice for
another man to chop yesterday and the
man who was doing the chopping with an
ak accidentally cut of two of Thomas
fingers. Thomas was taken to the Emer-
gency Hospital.
Justice Wright in Probate Court has
overruled the motion of the caveator to
grant a new trial in the estate of Isabella
l.. Nourse. A jury recently sustained the
VIII OF Mrs. Nourse, and the caveator asked
Tor new trial. An appeal to the Court
OF appeals has been noted by the caveator
William c. Barrett. resident of West
virginia. was struck with a stone thrown
through window and painfully injured
about his face while he was passenger on
Baltimore and Ohio railroad train near
Jessup's. A physician dressed the infurv
when Mr.. Barrett reached this city, and the
west Virginian was detained but a short
time.
The sudden death last night of Mrs r
W. Leonhardt at her home. COS 9th street
northwest, was reported to the coroner this
morning Her death was due to natural
causes. and an inquest was deemed unnec-
essary.
Mounted Policeman BENJAMIN Rhodes
was thrown from his horse last night about
1919 O'Clock. but was not badly injured
The accident occurred on PENNSYLVANIA
avenue between 18th and 18th streets. and
was caused by the policeman's horse being
struck by street car The animal was
thrown. but was not injured
TIE partly decomposed body of a colored
infant was found in the Baltimore and Po-
tornac depot last night shortly before II
O'Clock A porter passing through the la
dies waiting room saw a small satchel
tucked away under seat Thinking some
passenger had left 1t there by accident he
took charge of 1t and turned il over to the
police. When opened at the sixth precinct
station II was found to contain the in
fants remains. There were no marks of VIC
lence about the body. and no inquest was
deemed necessary.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Trustee to Make Release Deed.

A suit was filed in the Supreme Court of
the District today for the appointment of
trustee to release a deed of trust given by
John Iseman and his wife in 1873 to secure
Mr.. Matthews in the sum of $1,000, and
later in the day Justice Gould signed a de-
cree appointing William f. Ambrose a trus-
tee to make the release. The bill, which
was filed by Mr.. William E. Ambrose and
Mr.. Charles H. Merillat as attorney for the
present owner Mr. o. M. Kennedy set
forth that the note had been paid long ago,
but that the holder of the note, John Ise-
man, and the trustees under the deed of
trust had died some years ago, and that
the failure to release stood as a cloud on
the title.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Fred K Nichols Dead

Fred K. Nichols, who had many acquaint-
ances in Washington, died in Bellevue Hos
pital, New York city, Saturday night last
at 1880 o'clock. His mother, Mrs. M. E.
Nichols, left here Sunday night to attend
his funeral, which took place Wednesday
morning. The interment took place in a
cemetery at Brooklyn
About sixteen years ago Fred Nichols was
a clerk in the War Department, but for the
PAST ten years he,shad been engaged in
business for himself. At one time he was
in business at Los Angeles, Cal, but re-
Gently in New York city,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
ALEXANDRIA, AFFAIRS
BUSINESS MEN EXTEND SYM
PATTY TO BALTIMORE.
Proceedings Of Police Ccurt-Ch Chairman
Agnew Endorsed by Republicans
of Prince William County.
Special Correspondence of The Evening star.

Special Correspondence Of The Evening Star.
ALEXANDRIA, Va, February r. 1904.
At meeting last evening of number Of
the business men of the city a committee
was appointed to draw up resolutions Of
sympathy for the people of Baltimore In
their present affection Mr.. c. c. Lead
beater is to act as chairman of this COM
mittee. Another committee was appointed,
the chairman of which, Mr.. T. o. Smith
cashier of the New Alexandria National
Bank. will extend to the merchants Of
Baltimore the use of such temporary quar-
tiers In this city and other assistance for
the continuance of their business. The
meeting was presided over by Mayor George
L. Simpson and Mr.. c. C. Leadbeater acted
as secretary
Police Court Proceedings.
In the police court this morning, with
Justice H. B. Cation presiding, the following
cases were disposed of:
Frank Westlake, charged with ringing
doorbells on his way from school, dismiss
ed. Rose Matthews colored, charged with
assaulting and beating Mamie Rucker, also
Fannie Hill, both colored, were charged
with creating row on electric train.
The complaint was made by Conductor H.
Hudson. and a fine of IS was imposed upon
was fined So for smacking his lady friend
in the face. Albert Green, colored, was
fined 50 for harboring a fugitive from JUS
tice.
Chairman Agnew Endorsed.
At a recent meeting of the republicans of
Prince William county, held at Manassas,
the following resolution concerning Mr..
Park Agnew of this city was adopted:
Recognizing the efficient services of the
chairman of our state committee, Mr.. Park
Agnew, we hereby instruct our delegates
to the state convention to vote for his re-
election as state chairman.
General Affairs.
In the corporation court yesterday, with
Judge Louis c. Barley presiding, in the
case Of Davis FeweH agt. the Southern
Railway Company, a suit for 5000 for
damages alleged to have been received by
the plaintiff while in the employ of the
defendant company. verdict for $500 was
returned by the jury.
Funeral services over the remains Of Miss
Fannie May Lynch, daughter of Mrs Alice
Lynch, whose death occurred Tuesday
night, were held this morning at st. Mary's
Catholic Church, the pastor, Rev. Father
H. ]. Cutler, officiating.
The funeral of Mrs. Eliza Walker whose
death occurred suddenly Tuesday afternoon,
took place this afternoon from her late
residence on Gibson street.
State Senator Lewis H. Machen has re-
turned from Richmond.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Indorse Poison Bill.

Commissioner Macfarland today received
communication signed by representatives
of local medical and drug associations in
dorsiDg the poison bill drafted by the COM
missioners of pharmacy, and submitted the
other day to Congress. The letter is sign
ed by the following persons: DIR. q. T.
Sewers. chairman committee Medical So
ciety Of the District; Samuel L. Hilton
Phar D., chairman committee Retail Drug
gists' Association; Dr. H. E. Kalnsowssi
chairman committee National College of
Pharmacy, and VIM. s. Klemroth, chair
man committee of Registered Drug Clerks
ASSociati ton.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Testimony in Will Case.

Hearing was continued today before JUS
tice Wright and jury in the Probate Court
in the contest over the will of William W.
Gait. 1t is customary not to ho.d jury trials
Fridays, but Justice Wright yesterday
afternoon announced that the case must be
finished this week. and that he would set
today and Saturday for that purpose.
Mrs. Marian V. Elliott, the caveatee and
beneficiary under the proposed will, gave
her testimony today, in the course of
which she denied all the allegations of the
caveators as to any undue influence on her
part to secure the execution of the IL by
her brother.
Justice Wright's desire to finish this case
this week, it is said, Is in order to take up
criminal cases. which have accumulated
during this trial, and the trial of the post
office case in the other branch of the Crimi-
nal Court.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Program of Music and Recitations.

An attractive program Of music and reci-
tations was enjoyed last night at st. Marks
Parish Hall, Capitol Hill, by the Mems
Club of that church. Mr. VIM. F. Gross
kurth of the Marine Band, with boys
orchestra, gave selections of music that won
rounds of applause. Mr.. Grosskurth was
also applauded for his instrumental bari
tone solos. Mr.. r. w. Sladen was the
piano accompanist for the performers. He
also rendered several piano solos.
The German dialect talk and songs of
Mr.. T. Y. Ellis were features on the list
of attractions and his encores were many.
Those taking part in the orchestra were:
VIM +. Grosskurth, baritone and violin;
Alfred GrosSkurth, Lawton HERMAN,
VIM. Leishear and Joseph Connor violins;
Fred. Le:nberger, cornet, and VIM. Deck,
plano Rev. DR.. DevrieS acted as master
of ceremonies in the absence of President
Grimes. and his many witty remarks during
intervals of the entertainment made every
one feel very happy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12

j. F. Sheetz, 732 7th St.,
manufactures the finest assorted Bonbons
and Chocolates in the city. at 25c. Id.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Steamers Annual Inspection.

The steamer Charles Manchester of the Mt.
Vernon and Marshall Hall Line was given
her annual inspection by the officers of the
United States steamboat inspection service
this morning. Inspector Wright made the
examination of hull and equipment, and AS
sistant Inspector Dunn conducted the boiler
tests
The steamer was found in satisfactory
order and her license to carry excursion
passengers will be renewed. The Manchester
will return to her route soon as some re-
pair work now being made to her can be
cOmDleted.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Spring Outings in Florida.

Two more Pennsylvania railroad personal
ly-conducted tours Leave Washington Feb
ruary 16 and March 1. Tickets for tour of
February 16 allow two weeks stay in the
fowery peninsula; those for tour of March
i are good returning until May 81. Round
trip rate of $500 from Washington covers
all expenses on special train to and from
Jacksonville on February tour, and all ex-
penses to Jacksonville only on March tour
For particulars apply to b. NJ Newbold,
p A. s. E. D., 18th and G SITS. NV, Wash
ington, or Geo w. Boyd, general passenger
agent, Broad street station, Philadelphia
Advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Want Shepherd Street Extended.

Representatives of the Northwest Sub
urban Citizens Association appeared be-
fore the Commissioners this morning and
presented arguments in favor of the pro-
posed extension of Shepherd street from
Connecticut avenue to Idaho avenue. The
Commissioners stated that they will give
careful consideration to the arguments of
the committee, which was composed of c.
c. Lancaster, president of the associat ton;
James l.. TAFT. vice president; Louis p.
Shoemaker Galen e. TAFT and Maj. Geo. A.
ArmeS.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
LOCAL MENTION.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

Academy-"Over Niagara Falls" p. m.
Chase's-Mlle. Helene Gerard and polite
vaudeville, SIS p. m.
Columbia-"The Prince Of Pilsen," s:1o
p. m.
Emrire-"An Orphans Prayer p. m.
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES Burlesquers, $40
p. m.
Lafayette-"The Burgomaster." S:15 p. m
National-Grace George In Pretty reg
gy," S:15 p. m.
New Willard-Columbian University stu
dents ball, pm.
Hanlline NJ. E. Observation-Disclosures
and Lecture pm.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Coast Artillery Coming.

The 18th Company OF Coast Artillery,
which has been stationed in Cuba, is ex-
pected to arrive In Washington early next
week on its way to Fort Washington,
where 1t will be stationed. The Sumner
unloaded part of the troops at Pensacola.
Fla, and is now on her way to New York
when the 18th Company will disembark and
come by rail to this city, taking a special
steamer to Fort Washington.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Held Under Bond of $500.

Philip Baker. colored, pleaded guilty in
the Police Court today to charge of house.
breaking and was held by Judge Scott under
$500 bond TO await action by the grand Jury
Baker was arrested by Sergeant Dunnigan
ard is accused of taking q set of harness
valued at $50 from the stable of George
Buckier, in the rear of 1882 9th street north
west last night.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
In Favor of Railway COMPANIES.

Two lawsuits were terminated late yes
terday afternoon in favor of railway com
panies. In Circuit Court No. / a verdict
for the defendant was returned by direction
of Justice Barnard in the suit of Wilson G.
Hawley against the Columbia Railway
Company. In the case of Margaret Mich
olson against the Metropolitan Railroad
Company Chief Justice Clabaugh ordered a
withdrawal of juror and dismissed the
case at the cost of the plaintiff
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
v. Baldwin Johnson's New Coal Office,
612 9th st. The best coal, clean, prompt
Advertisement
Declined to Recommend Extension.

ION account of the present state of the
Districts finances" the Commissioners
state they do not recommend the passage
of the bill for the extension of Massachu-
sets avenue extended northward between
Joliet street and Fairview Heights subdi-
vision. report to this effect was forward
ed to Congress by the Commissioners to-
day. The estimated value of the land
necessary to be purchased for the extern
sion is stated at SIS, 600.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
BOARD OF TRADE NESTING.
Reports From Several Committees to
Be Presented.

Announcements have been issued OF the
meeting OF the Washington Board Of Trade
which IL to be held at the New Willard the
evening Of Wednesday, February II, at 8
o'clock. 1t is stated that reports are ready
for discussion on such important topics as
the District code. bridges. membership. uni
versities conventions, taxation and assess
ment. railroads, mercantile interests and
Insurance. Included in the announcement
is the following suggestive paragraph:
Members who fear fatigue as the result
of a heavy program are assured that COM
pensatory and effective refreshment will be
provided at and after 10 o'clock.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
s Large Cans Best Tomatoes, soc.

S. 40 per case; EIgin Butter, Csc; Renovat-
ed, 2Oc.; Cheese, 15c.; Currants, 25c.;
Raisins, 10c.; Citron. lac; 5 Salt, IOc. !;
Oranges, 15c.; Figs. &C.; Cakes. 1Oc.
&c. by the box): lbs. Buckwheat. 25c !;
6 OTIS. Hominy, Csc; OTIS. Beans, 25c
lbs. Starch, Csc; Cornstarch, 1Oc; Pyles'
Oleine Soap, &C.; Old Time, &c.; Maple
Syrup. 19c.; Potatoes 81. 15 bu.; Prunes, Sc !;
DR.. Apples, &c.; Ev. Peaches. 7lbc can
Peaches. Ice. j. T. D. Pyles stores in
Guiding 94S La. ave. fe9-5t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Sunday Dinner is Sure to Prove

Highly Enjoyable for Every One
if T. T. KEANE'S Observation-Disclosures Beef
and Southdown Spring Lamb are included
in the menu. Nothing more appetizing or
delicious in the line of meats. Also Deer
foot Farm Sausage and Bacon, Smith
field Hams and Bacon, etc. Lowest prices
for the best. Special exhibit tomorrow 34-51
Center mkt. and Wholesale Row.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Tell It to Your Friends.

Tell your friend that Mi-o-na the flesh
forming food, will cure all ills and give
a natural and normal increase in weight
Tell your friend or neighbor that F. s.
Williams & Co., one of the best-known
drug firms in this section, will give their
personal guarantee to refund the money
If Mi-ona does not do all that is claimed
for 1t.
F. S. Williams & Co. take all the risk,
and a months Mi-o-na treatment will not
cost penny unless it gives the desired
health and flesh,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Decree Dissolving Matrimonial Bonds

Justice Anderson, in Equity Court No. I,
today signed a decree dissolving the bonds
of marriage between Inez Hamilton and M.
Columbus Hamilton because of the infidel-
ity Of the defendant. Mr.. Hamilton is also
required by the decree to pay his wife ali
mony at the rate of $25 per month and to
pay the costs of the suit. Attorney w. p.
Williamson represented the complainant.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Work of Fish Commission.

DR.. Barton w. Evermann, of the fish
commission is scheduled to deliver an adj
dress before the National Geographic So
ciety tonight on THE Work of the Bureau
of Fisheries" DIR. Evermann will describe
the work being done by the commission
and will exhibit on slides many interesting
pictures of the various stations under the
bureau. The address will be given in the
assembly hall of the Cosmos Club at s D. m.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Entire Floor for Rent

The second floor of the annex OF The
Evening Star building may be rented as a
whole or In part at reasonable rates; size
5oxlO0 feet; subdivided into ten office rooms
well lighted and heated. Apply at The Star
od1co.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Veal Loaf. Lamb Loaf

Home Corned Pressed Beef, Beef Loaf,
Hogshead Cheese, Pig-Foot Souse, Home
Cooked Pigs Feet, Fresh and Picked
Chicken Salad, Potato Salad, Deviled Crabs
Prepared Pumpkin, Homemade Mince-
meat, Smearkase, Boston Brown Bread, at
the Delicatessen stand of Mrs. ]. H. Hayes
155 7th Street Wing, Center Market. It,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
The Ridenours Co. ANTIQUE Sale.

To our friends. customers and the public:
This beautiful stock of Antique Furniture.
Bric-a-brac. Pictures, Sheffield and Old
Dutch Silver, and thousand or more
beautiful pieces. to be Sold regardless of
cost, to dissolve partnership. 1915 G ST.
ta29-15t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12

Richard Lewis, 30 years old, who lives
at TIC 4th street northwest, fell from
street car at 7th and G streets northwest
last night about II o'clock and was slightly
injured. He was taken to the Emergency
HOSPITAL.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Large Loans on Real Estate

Superior service and unsurpassed facilities
for making large loans on real estate. Union
Trust and Storage Co., 1414 ST. n.w.-Ad
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
CITY ITEMS.

cold Braddock" Maryland Rye in the
House is Good Evidence
of good management It's the most salts
factory for medicinal needs. At grocers',
cafes, clubs. Jas. Clark Distilling Co.. D.
P. Mccarthy, Mgr, 610 Pa. ave. Phone 1895.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12

Fannie Hill, colored GO years old was
taken sick on the Benning road last night.
The police removed her to the Washing
ton Asylum Hospital. Her home is in Lin
colnVille
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Ordered by Commissioners.

The District Commissioners today ordered:
That the fire hydrant at the corner Of
10th and N streets northwest be removed
and a new hydrant erected, at an estimated
cost of S65.
That Seaton street, between North Capt.
toll street and Lincoln avenue northeast. be
macadamized, at an estimated cost of $780,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
CapitoI Hill Branch.

A Capitol Hill branch for receiving Star
advertisements has been established at
Dobyns pharmacy corner I'd street and
Pennsylvania avenue southeast. Classified
advertisements will be received there at
regular rates.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Washington Branch Changes

On B. and o. X. r., effective at once: Local
train leaving Washington 4:40 pm. will
leave a. 4:45. Also, train leaving WASH
ington $40 pm. will stop at Brentwood,
Riverdale, Lakeland, Berwyn and Sunny
side in addition to regular schedule.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12
Advertisements for Tomorrow.

To insure insertion and
proper classification advertise
ments for Saturdays Star
should be sent either to the
main Office or branch Offices as
early as possible Saturday
morning.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-12

Laura Carroll, colored. living on 1917
street northwest, was removed to the Emer-
gency Hospital last night from Pennsylva
MIA avenue and Dist street. She had been
taken suddenly ill on the street.