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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
Gasoline and Fire Dangers.

To the Editor of The Evening Star:
In recent editorial in The Star sum-
ming up Baltimore fire lessons there is no
mention of gasoline tanks. Am l wrong in
understanding that 1t was the explosion of
gasoline tank that from the first rendered
the fire beyond the control of the fire de-
partment and was the cause of that ag-
gregation of flame into resistless column
that swept everything before it until met
by its natural conqueror, water? If not, do
we need any more lucid or powerful warm
ing that gasoline tanks should have no
place in crowded business localities? If
this mighty explosive has a right to be-if
It's presence is a necessity in the economy
of a city, should not that presence be most
strictly guarded and regulated by law?
Shall our cities whose building means gen.
erations in time and millions in money and
the care and expenditure of lifetimes stand
in constant danger of wholesale confiagra<
ton because of the possibility of an ordi-
nary fire coming in contact with this vio-
lent explosive? C. H. p.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
ADJUSTMENTS.
.The School for Scandal"

The audience that greeted the appearance
of Miss Rehan and Mr.. Skinner in 1.-THE
School for Scandal at the National The
alter last evening was a decidedly appre-
ciative and responsive one. The play is
one of those charming old English COM
edies that has lost none of its interest for
theatergoers, despite the competition of
popular melodramas. In the hands Of Miss
Rehan and Mr.. Skinner, Richard Brinsley
Sheridan's famous five-act comedy is given
an excellent characterization. The scru-
pulous regard for traditional details, the
stage mountings and the costuming all
contributed to a highly successful perform
ance. This engagement has witnessed Miss
Rehan's first appearance here in about six
years, and her rendition of the role of Lady
Teazle last night fully sustained her long
earned reputation in this part. Her per
Torrance was an admirable unfolding of
character depicting as it did an awakening
from the giddy affected life of the coquette
into the broader and deeper nature of the
moral life. 1t was especially pleasing to
note that Miss Rehan dispossesses the
quarrel scene of any harsh accentuations.
Mr.. Skinner gave a very interesting i'm
PRESERVATION of Charles Surface. 1t was
decided Skinner portraiture, distinguished
by buoyancy,r graceful delivery, elegant
pose and thorough intelligence.
1.-The School for Scandal will be repeat
ed this evening.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
Rebew Orchestra Entertains.

The Rebew Orchestra entertained in an
enjoyable manner at Northeast Temple,
18th and H streets northeast, Tuesday
evening Admission was by card only.
Over 125 guests were present. The recep-
ton was partly in honor of the local mu-
sicians and other friends who had in the
past assisted the orchestra in its yearly
concerts, and partly to present social fea-
lures.
The orchestra, under Director II. w. We
Der, rendered short program at the OPEN
ing. The second part was in charge of
surprise committee, which furnished a
laughable burlesque female orchestra,
ach member being in costume. Mr.. James
T. Cathell the vocal entertainer, was d.
rector of the ladies'" and elected much
merriment with his unique garb and ample
figure. In response to requests he sang
several popular sons" I'm the Good Old
Summer Time in view of the freezing
weather, evoked much applause.
After some special musical numbers by
the ladies'" refreshments were served and
dancing followed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
MI. Buckley Delivers Lecture.

The Takoma Club and Library was adj
dressed last evening by Mr. Barry Bulk
ley, secretary of the Business Mems Asso-
citation Of this city, who delivered a lecture
on yellowstone Park, the Worlds Won
derland," illustrated by attractive stereop-
ticon views, considered the finest ever dis
played.
The entertainment last evening is the sec
ond of a series recently inaugurated by
the club for the benefit of it's members
and for the promotion of sociability.
The clubhouse was still attired in the
decorations which predominated Monday
evening. on which occasion reception and
dance were given. The large hall adjoin-
ing the clubhouse was well filed last night
and the appreciation of Mr.. Buckley's re-
marks was noted by the frequent applause
throughout the evening
The Introductory remarks were made by
Mr. Hervey s. Knight, chairman of the en-
tertainment committee At the conclusion
of the lecture dancing was INDUCED In
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
WAS GAN OLD FRIEND"
Policeman Creagh Mourns the Loss of
His Badge of Authority.

Mounted Policeman Pat Creagh Of the
third precinct was in what he said was a
peck of trouble" yesterday. BY way Of
explanation he says he does not mean
peck measure such as Is prescribed by the
sealer of weights and measures, but he
meant he had lost an "oId friend" The
friend referred to Is his shield, 1922" The
badge was given to him fifteen years ago.
when he accepted his position on the police
force, and he has made hundreds of arrests
while wearing it.
L would have parted with my watch
much more willingly than with the badge"
Policeman Creagh said this morning when
ne visited police headquarters, land 1 hope
the finder will restore it to me-"
How he happened to lose the emblem of
authority he does not know. At the time
ne lost it, he thinks, he was somewhere
along the river front. He did not get off
his horse The loss of the shield was dis
covered in time to get another one before
his days duty was concluded, although
the substitute badge was not numbered
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
FAVORABLE HEPoRTED.
Commissioners Recommend Adoption
Of Snow and Ice Provision,

In report forwarded to Congress today
the Commissioners recommend favorable
action upon the amendment intended to be
proposed by Senator Gallinger to the Dis
trict appropriation bill. providing an APP
preparation of $4,000 for the removal of
snow and Ice from the streets crosswalks
and cutters of Washington. Together with
their letter recommending favorable action
ON the amendment the Commissioners
transmit to Congress report on the propo-
siton made by Warner Stutler, superin-
tendent of street cleaning.
Mr.. Stutier states that for the fiscal year
1914 congress appropriated but $1,000 for
cleaning snow and ice from crosswalks and
cutters.
This sum-" he says, was only sufficient
10 enable us to do two days work after the
nrst fall OF snow, and it then became neces-
sary to ask for a further appropriation,
available for immediate use. A bill was
passed by Congress and approved January
10 approprfating the sum of 5000, and
This amount was used in finishing the work
on the first snowstorm and in taking care
of the second one.
1t again became necessary to ask Con-
gress for more money for this class of work.
A Dill was passed by the House January
~ Ior $o,oOO, but owing to the fact that the
senate mad adjourned the bill did not pass
that body until three days later and was
not approved until February 8, on which
date the appropriation became available.
Had 1T showed in the meantime we could
not nave done any work, as We had no
funds on hand for that purpose.
similar state of affairs also confronts
us when Congress adjourns for the Christ
mas holidays. When by reason of lack of
funds we are unable to commence work
Immediately alter fall of snow the snow
is liable to become hardened, thus making
1t more difficult to clean the crosswalks
and cutters and entailing additional cost
In SO doing. On the other hand, If We had
a sufficient fund available at all times,
prompt and efficient work could be done
after every fall of snow, and the cross
walks and cutters kept free of that material
and the slush caused by thaw. In this
connection l may also say that money ap-
proprlated for snow and Ice work cannot.
of course, be used for any other purpose
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
Sentence Suspended.

Clarence H. Tucker of 1907 E street
northwest, who was arrested by Detective
Weldon on charge of making threats
against his wife, Catherine c. Tucker as
mentioned in The Star of Tuesday, was
given hearing in the Police Court today.
After telling Judge Scott of her domestic
troubles Mrs. Tucker said that she would
be satisfied to have her husband released
II he would promise not to give her fur
Their trouble. Tucker consented to this
and after directing that he should give
5000 bond or spend sixty days in jail Judge
Scott suspended execution of the sentence
and the man was released
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18

Valentine Meyer, through his attorneys,
Messrs. Niles and Whit. has brought suit
against the N. Auth Provision Company
and Henry Auth because of injuries al
legged to have been sustained by him on the
premises of the N. Auth Provision Com
pany. Mr.. Meyer declares that while he
was on the second floor of the building oc-
cupied by the defendant company the ele-
vator upon which he had gone to the top of
the building was removed and lowered. and
when he attempted to go upon it he fell
through the elevator shaft and was pre-
cipitated to the basement of the building,
fracturing his arm In three places and
breaking his jawbone.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
RETURNED FROM CUBA.
Seventeenth Company Of Heavy Ar
tillery Locates at Fort Washington.

The 18th Company of Coast Artillery.
which arrived at New York yesterday on
the transport Sumner, reached this city
early this morning, and were transferred
to the Randall line wharf where they
boarded the steamer Estelle Randall for
Fort Washington, Maryland, where they
have been assigned to duty.
The 18th Company numbers sixty-seven
men and two officers, and is under the
command of Capt. s. S. Granger. 1t has
been doing duty in Cuba for the past three
years. The soldiers accustomed to the
warm climate of the tropics. felt the cold
here extremely, and kept close alongside
the heaters in the warm saloons of the
steamer. 1t is stated that the men will be
quartered in tents at Fort Washington until
next summer, when barracks will be built
for them,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
Two Petitions for Divorce.

Two petitions for divorce were filed late
yesterday afternoon in the District Supreme
Court. Ellen c. Gibbons asks for divorce
from Ernest F. Gibbons. The couple were
married in Baltimore in 1889 and have two
children The custody of the children and
alimony is asked by Mrs. Gibbons. Attor-
ney Edward L. Giles represents the peti-
toner.
Thomas D. Rustin filed suit for divorce
against Lucy V. Rustin. The husband asks
for the custody of the child Of the couple.
w. c. Martin is the complainant,s solicitor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
Companies Incorporated.

Certificates of Incorporation have been
filed by the following: The Harvard Chemi-
cal Company Capital stock, $500, 600; in
corporators, H. Clay Campbell, Charles w.
Embrey and Ralph E. Campbell.
The Syndicate Charter Company. Incor-
porators, WilliamoH. Lapp, James M. York
and Edward 8. York; capital stock, $50, 600
Edward G. Niles, banker and broker
Capital stock, $500; incorporators, Edward
G. Niles, Lewis Klotz and Harry Shears.
The Vernon Oh and Asphalt Company
Capital stock, $1,000, coo; incorporators. Fl.
Clay Campbell, Charles w. Embrey and
Ralph e. Campbell.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
The Stars New Serial.

Saturday The Evening Star will begin
the publication of Louis Tracy's great
story, THE Wings of the Morning" In
the story Iris Deane the unconventional
but womanly English girl, seems more like
one of our own resourceful western girls
in her ability to adapt herself to her wild
surroundings. During the long hours when
she and the man who has fought so hard
to save their lives are besieged we feel
almost like congratulatng the man who
shares her peril THE Wings of the
Morning" Is story which seems a most
eventful part of the readers own life rather
than that of two interesting people far
away in the China sea. Whenever YOU
have time to spare read THE Wings of
the Morning
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18

v. Baldwin Johnson's New Coal Office.
612 9th st. Tel Main 1904 and leO5.-Adyt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
POLICIES TRANSFERRED.
Outside Insurance Of Baltimore Com
pany Taken Care Of.

The placing of several Baltimore fire in
surance companies in the hands of receiv-
ers as a result of the fire has had a local
aspect of Importance in that those compa-
MES carried considerable Washington in
surance, and the property owners here
were interested to know if the protection
had been transferred or whether they were
left without insurance. In this line 1t has
just been announced that the Providence
Washington Insurance Company Of Provi-
dence, r. l., has reinsured the entire agen-
cy business of the Firemen's Insurance
Company of Baltimore, one of the COM
panies now In the hands of a receiver.
This action means that all of the policies
of this company outside Of Baltimore are
protected.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
Routine Business Only.

Only routine business was transacted at
the regular weekly meeting of the board
of education. held last evening at the
Franklin school building
The following changes among the teach
ers were announced:
Leave of absence granted-Alice Pinyon.
for the rest of the year.
.Promotions-Laura Parker, from 5000 to
$3.50, and assigned to the Armstrong: J. r.
Freeman, from 1919 to 5000; A. d. Jones.
500 to 1919; Mary Europe, from $3.50 to
$500.
Appointment-Bessie Miller, teacher of
cooking.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
Call UP Main 134S
Kenny's Teas and Coffees

For low prices on millwork.
Barker. $40 N. Y. Ave.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
wAsHINaroN's BIRTHDAY.
Sons Of Revolution to Observe the An
niversarv.

The Sons of the Revolution have ar
ranged to celebrate Washington's BIRTH
day anniversary with exercises at the New
willard Hotel Monday morning at 1880
O'Clock. The committee has prepared a
program which provides that DR.. Edward
Everett Hale, chaplain Of the United States
Senate, will pronounce the invocation, and
music will be furnished by the Marine
Band. Major John Tweedle, u. s. A., will
read an appropriate selection. Martin
Augustus Knapp, chairman of the inter-
state commerce commission, will deliver
the address. That stirring patriotic song,
The Sword of Bunker HILL" will be
rendered by Samuel Cross. After the band
plays 1.-THE Marseillaise" hymn the chap
lain of the society will pronounce the bene-
dictiOn.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
Bank Clerks to Meet.

The Washington chapter, American In
stitute of Bank Clerks. has arranged a pro-
gram for its monthly meeting to be held at
the Hotel Barton this evening. The inau-
guration of series of monthly debates on
financial questions will be a feature of the
proceedings.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
A slight hIaze WAS caused in I

A slight blaze was caused in the house
of Robert NJ Lockwood, $40 10th street
northeast, last night, by the occupants of
the house endeavoring to thaw frozen
water pipes. The fire department was
summoned, but the flames were extinguish-
ed before the arrival of the f1remen and be-
fore any damage had been done.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
Santa Clara Prunes. &c. ::

DR.. Apples, &C.; Evap. Apples TIC:
Peaches. TIC: Apricots, 121sc.; Raisins'
1Oc.; Citron, 14c.; pkgs. Currants 25c. ::
3 lbs. Mixed Cakes, pc; 3 cans MIX. CSC.
OTIS. Beans, 25c.; lbs. Starch, Doc: doz'
Soap, 25c.; lbs. Buckwheat, DC; Elgin
Butter, 25c.; Renovated. 2Oc.: Cheese, 15c. !.
cans Tom, Soc. $1.40 case; SKIS. Salt.
1Oc.; Oranges 15c. doz; pkgs. Corn
starch, 10c; lbs Cracker Dust. 1Oc. ].
T. D. Pyles' stores. including 94S La. ave.
fe15-4t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18

v. Baldwin Johnson's New Coal Office,
612 9th st. Prompt, square, reiable-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
Fines Amount to $500.

William A. Shorter, colored, when ar
raigned in the United States branch of
the Police Court today on two charges of
false pretenses, admitted his guilt. Upon
hearing the facts Judge Scott imposed
fines amounting to $500, with an aggre-
gate sentence of 1854 days in Jail in de-
fault of payment. Shorter was arrested
yesterday, charged with securing $23
from George M. Oyster, jr., on a worth
less check. The sum Of SIS was secured
on similar paper from John W. Jen-
nings.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
LADS ABSENCE CAUSES ALARM
Returns Home and Reports he Attend
ed Senator Hanna's Funeral.

The police of this city had Charlie Ross
mystery on their hands last night for a
short time. This particular Charlie Ross
is six-and-a-half years old and lives at
"a Grant place. He went away from home
yesterday afternoon and his failure to re-
turn at dinner time caused alarm. The
police were called upon for assistance, and
description of the boy was sent to all
the police stations. Charlie returned home
a short time after the search was instituted
and said he had attended the funeral of
Senator Hanna at the Capitol.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
New Southeast Station.

branch office for the receipt of Evening
Star advertisements has been established in
connection with the new Postal Telegraph
office in Bradley's drug store, corner Sth
and f streets southeast.
Advertisements will be accepted at the
regular rates and sent Immediately TO The
Star office without additional charge.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
Cut Prices, Oil and Gas Heaters.

Florence Oil Stoves worth a. now. 81 90
Florence Stoves and Drums. only 50 80
Star Oil Stoves double wick, only. 81 40
Extra size best Oil Heaters. now. S. 80
Large lot Gas Stoves. only...............$1.2 20
Extra value Water Radiator, gas fire. s14. co
616 18th st. Muddiman & Co, 1904 G st.
Agency Welsbach Lights.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
LOCAL MENTION.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

Acadeny-"The Man Who Dared" pm
Chase'sDan Daily and polite vaudeville,
Sis pm.
Columbia-Frank Daniels in 1.-THE Office
Boy" SIS pm.
Empire" Nobody's Claim" pm.
Kernan's-"The Runaway Girls" S:15 pm
Lafayette-Ward and Vokes in "A Pair of
Pinks." SIS pm.
National-Ada Rehan and Otis Skinner in
''The School for Scandal" Sis pm.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
Pictures of Washington.
Water Colors by Local Artists at the Nor
ray Gallery

rey Gallery.
William H. Holmes. James Henry Moser.
H. Hobart Nichols and other members OF
the Washington Water Color Club have
numerous examples of their work in the
club fund exhibition. Sketches of Washing
ton, the Potomac. Rock creek, the Blue
Ridge the Adirondacks. the New England
coast in the far west and Porto Rico.
Mr. Moser will be present and represent
the club on Friday and Saturday, the clos
ing days of the exhibition.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18

Havenner's Famous Reception Flakes
and Saline Biscuits should always be served
at luncheons and teas. Nothing more de-
sirable for such occasions. Fresh and deli
cious. Packed in "Aertite" packages to keep
1t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
Mechanics Lien.

b2oS-Charles A. Degges. trading as C. A.
Deggs & Co, agt. Erskine NJ Sunderland,
sublots. 45, As and Al block 9, Washington
Heights, 500.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18

Mrs Addie c. Walsh. twenty-six years
Old, living at 100 Massachusetts avenue
northwest. was knocked down and painful
~ injured yesterday afternoon by No 6
engine while the firemen We're responding
to an alarm of fire. The accident occurred
at Massachusetts, avenue and I'd street
Friends removed the injured woman to her
home. where DR.. Mazzei attended her.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
Oriental Rugs and Carpets.

Sheriff's stock of Oriental Rugs and Car
pets at Sloan's. 1907 G St. next week On
view Monday and Tuesday. All to be sold
at auction. commencing Wednesday at IL
a.m.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18

NO. engine company went to the flats
near the Long bridge yesterday afternoon
IN RESPONSE to local alarm and found a
pile OF fertilizer burning. The blaze was
extinguished before much damage had been
done The fire was on the experimental
farm OF the Department of Agriculture.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
v. Baldwin Johnson's New Coal Office,
612 9th st. The best coal, clean, prompt
Advertisement.
Entire Floor for Rent.

The second floor of the annex of The
Evening Star building may be rented as
whole or in part at reasonable rates; size,
5Ox10O feet: subdivided into ten office rooms
well lighted and heated. Apply at The Star
office.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18

While passing through the Anacostia
railroad yards yesterday afternoon. the
yardmaster discovered that a freight car
had been broken open and robbed. Five
boxes of hosiery and one box of handker-
chiefs had been taken.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18

man who gave his name as Frank
Cans and said his home Is in Baltimore
was found in helpless condition on the
Bladensburg road yesterday afternoon. The
ninth precinct patrol wagon was summoned
and Cans was removed to the Casualty
Hospital. His condition was not serious
and little rest was all he needed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
Your Selection of Table Beer

is important because it involves the family
health. Choose "OLD GLORY" and you re
on the safe side. It's pure-fully aged.
Phone 315S, Abner-Drury Brew. Co.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18

Godfrey Rudolph, forty-f1ve years old, be-
came suddenly i'll last night at PennsyI-
vania avenue and 18th street northwest. He
Hospital.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
Finest italian olive Oil, eoc. ct.

Order Velatfs Famous Italian Olive Oil
and you'll get the purest and most delicious
oil obtainable. Imported direct. Full qt.s
cans, 90c Also on draught Velati's, go 9th.
advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
Moses February Furniture Sale.

Furniture for every room in the house.
One-fifth, one-fourth, one-third, one half
under price. F and 11th.-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
Atlanta, Ga. and Return. S1775

Via Southern railway, account National
Educationa Association. Tickets on sale
February 20. Il, D. good to return TO
March 81, 1904, if desired. Stop-overs.-
Advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
If It's Carpets or Rugs You Want

1t will pay you to inspect the handsome
line now on view in our rooms, 1927 and
I2Z9 u street. Newest effects; best all
wool Sale Saturday, 10 am. Wilson q.
Mayors, Auctioneers IT
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18

What you pay for extracts is important.
but what you get for your money Is ten
times more important. Burnetts Vanilla
costs more because IL is worth more.-Adyt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18

The Great Demand for "Old Braddockv
Maryland Rye at this season proves that its
medicinal value is fully appreciated in the
homes. Grocers and dealers. Order it.-Adyt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-18
Just Try "Muenchener. Beer

if you would convince yourself of its s,,pe.
riority. Unquestionably the best for home
use. For case phone 222, Nat. Cap. Brew.
Co. 2 doz., $1.25, delivered 1t