Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-30
GEORGETOWN AFFAIRS
HENRY JOHNSON ARRESTED ON
CHARGE OF HORSE STEALING.
Animal Identified by Maryland Citi-
zen-Frank Allen in Critical Con-
dition-General Items.

Henry Johnson colored was taken into
custody about o'clock this morning by
Policeman Steinricker of the seventh pre-
cinct while riding large chestnut sorrel
horse. Johnson and the horse were taken
to the station, and the animal was placed
in the precinct stables. Later Mr.. Stone,
from a point in Maryland few miles from
the District line. called at the station and
identified the horse as his property. john
son is locked up at the seventh precinct,
charged with stealing the animal. He Will
probably be prosecuted under the Maryland
laws upon charge of housebreaking. He
is held awaiting advices from the Maryland
authorities.
AS a result of a fall through an elevator
shaft several days ago Frank Allen son
of Ferdinand Allen, is in critical condi-
ton at Providence Hospital He is suner-
ing from conclusion of the brain, ana IL Is
not thought probable that he can recover.
His father who has for many years been
prominent in Georgetown, is constantly at
the lads beside
With the waning of the last summer
month and the passing of the hot summer
days. hundreds of Georgetowners who for
several weeks past have spent vacation
of rest and recreation are returning to their
homes Many found recreation at the sea-
shore, others preferred the quietude and Sc.
cluSion of the country. September l Will
probably find nearly all the pleasure-seekers
in their homes and places of business
Search for Italian Lad.
Efforts are being made by the police au-
thorities to locate an Italian lad who sat
urday afternoon shot and probably fatally
wounded William White. former George
town boy at Dunn Loring. Va. After the
shooting White was brought to this city
and taken to the Emergency Hospital,
where he is under treatment.
1t is understood that the matter or con-
structing new Presbyterian Church on
Friendship Heights is being considered. Inc
project 1t is confidently believed will assume
definite shape within a few months. when
plans will be drawn for the building OF the
new structure.
Considerable improvement is noted in the
condition of Officer Lpscomb of the seventh
precinct who has for several weeks been
confined at the Episcopal Eye, Ear and
Throat Hospital with badly injured eye.
1t is thought that he can leave the hospital
within a few days
new row of buildings is being con-
structed on 35th street by A. l.. Lewis. The
houses will extend from 1915 to 1889. and
will be erected at a cost of $36OOO w. Z.
Lewis has the contract.
Personal Mention.
Deputy Marshal V. G. Williams of the
sixth magisterial district, who has been
serving this district during the absence
from the city of Deputy Marshal Duval
will be relieved September 1.
Misses Louise and Merwyn Haneke of 3411
street have returned from Ravensworth
Va.
H. E. Paine. justice of the peace Of
Georgetown magisterial district, who has
been spending the month Of August in
Pennsylvania is expected to resume the du-
ties of his office September l.
Miss Florence Frisby of 1907 31st street is
spending a vacation at Eagles Mere, Pa.
The following Georgetown residents have
returned from summer outings: Mrs. Audrey
Of 1916 N street Mrs. William Dove and
Mrs. William Orndorff of 1901 o street. Miss
May Mcintyre of 1909 32d street, Mrs Bate
man. Mr.. and Mrs. Albert Warner, 3419 o
street.