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New National Theater.

Mrs Wigs and her many quaint neigh
bors of the Cabbage Patch stepped from
out the pages of the book last night and
were seen upon the stage of the New Ma
tional in a living representation of Alice
Hogan Rice's widely read story. For the
purposes of the stage production, Mrs
Wigs and the sequel, "Lovey Mary"
have been woven into one, and in this way
all interesting characters of the two vol
umes have been brought into the comedy.
1t is safe to say that few theaters have
ever been filled with more genuine. whole
Souled and hearty laughter than was the
National last evening. The audience was
all smiles before the first curtain was rung
up, for as the program was scanned old
favorites of the story were recognized and
the prospect of seeing them in the flesh
aroused the most pleasant anticipations
OF course. Mrs. Wigs philosophical and
given to maxims of cheerfulness, headed the
list. Then Mr.. Stubbins, Lovey
Mary and Miss Hay, we'll set down in the
book of the play as a pessimist. Then fol-
lowed Mrs. Eichorn, "a ross-patch;" Mrs
the house of Wigs" "Cuby,' the annex
alton: Mr.. Bob and Miss Lucy; Billy Wiggs
HunkerdunkuS Jones, several pillars of the
church, solid citizens of the patch. little
sons and daughters of the patch, and finally
"other neighbors children and goats resid-
ing in the Cabbage Patch"
Interest in the play naturally conferred
largely in the Interpretation of Mrs Wigs
as given by Madge Carr Cook we'll known
to the stage for her own achievements in
character, and widely respected as the
mother of Eleanor Robson. Mrs. Cook was
greeted with the applause of hospitality as
she made her first appearance, but at the
conclusion of the second act she received
the enthusiastic plaudits of an audience
thoroughly aroused and thoroughly appre-
ciative of an exceptionally clever bit of
playing. Mrs. Wigs won a new triumph
last night Will T. Hodge was scarcely less
conspicuous for excellent work as Mr. Stub
bins.
Genuine approval was showered upon
Mis- Hay as played by Helen Lowell.
The marriage scene between Miss Hazy and
Mr.. Stubbns. the subsequent downfall of
the groom and the widowhood of Miss
HaZy gave a wide range of opportunity to
Miss Lowell. All the characters of the
play at one time or another attracted the
attention and laughter of the audience.
Lovey Mary was played by Mabel Talia-
ferro, the clever child actress of a few
years ago, who is now making her first Sc
rious appeal to playgoers. Everything she
was called upon to do was carried out with
the unconscious ease and grace of the ac-
tress with natural gifts. The children of
the play are carefully trained and have no
small share in the amusing features of the
comedy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23
ADMIT TIN sHARaEa
Two Young Men Una1sr Arrest Accused
Of RoStlery.

Two young men, FIarry Martinez and
Albert w. Purcell, are under arrest on a
number of charges OF theft. In addition
to being fully Identified sthey have admitted
their guilt and are to be given a hearing
In the Police Court atonorrow. Purcell is
twenty years old. and lives at 1876 T street
southwest: His companion Is one year
younger, and his homesis at III e street
southwest. Martinez and Purcell have been
robbing boarding houses in different Sec
tons of the city since hast September. and
have been connectea Nth at least seven
cases. In one casedthe charge is grand
larceny. which carriessa possible peniten-
tiary sentence. while in the other cases
petit larceny is alleged
At most places visited the young men
said they were department clerks and in
this way induced the keepers of the houses
To give them room and board. Complaints
made of their conduct gave the detectives
some extra work. and few days ago an
EFFORT was made to overtake them. Purcell
went to two houses yesterday and commit
ted thefts. About noon he called at the
house of Miss Alice Holden. 1926. street
northwest, and engaged room. He was
given dinner and departed shortly after
ward with small amount of money. He
called at the house of Mrs. Alice Rock,
145S Corcoran street, about dark and en-
gagged room and board. His statement
there was that he was asvictim of the Bal
timore fire and that he expected work here
in short time. Mrs. Rock was charitable
enough to give him his evenings meal and
assign him to room.
From this house. it is charged, he took
hand bag that contained a broken watch
and other articles of but little value. IN
the room where this theft was committed
there was a pocket book containing 800,
which he overlooked. He was found at a
saloon a short time after he is said to have
committed the theft. Martinek was found
at his home and arrested. Detectives Corn
well. Muller, Weldon. Tyser and Howlatt
made the arrests Both young men were
confronted this morning by some of their
victims and were promptly identified. They
were measured and photographed for tn =
gallery and returned to one of the stations
t. be held until tomorrow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23
Academy.

Two large holiday audiences were in at
tendance at the Academy yesterday on the
performances of Charles A. Taylors
Queen of the Highway, which, judging
from the general verdict Of approval Of
those in front of the footlights, scored
distinct hit. 1t is melodrama in four
acts and several scenes, and tells of life in
the far west during that period of this
countrys history when every man was a
law unto himself. The fact that the pro-
duction is under the control of James H.
Wailick is an assurance that it is properly
presented as regards cast and scenic eff
fects The story tells of series of mystic
rIous hold-ups, at last traced to a woman.
The scenic effects used are out of the or
binary, especially during the action of the
third act, in which mail carrier is seen
at the bottom of a canyon fighting pack
of wolves, while from the distance comes
the sound of disappointing horse hoofs.
Presently the Indian girl who rescues him
appears over the trail, riding at breakneck
speed. The fact that the horse and rider
were fifteen or twenty feet above the floor
of the stage is enough in itself to show
that it was daring as it was dangerous.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23
LAFAYETTE Theater.

1.-THE Sign of the Cross Wilson Bar
rett's powerful religious drama, was very
warmly greeted by the theater-going public
yesterday at the Lafayette Theater, at both
afternoon and evening performances. Its
popularity was amply demonstrated. Per-
haps its play upon the emotions and the re-
ligious sympathies is responsible in a meas
ure for its popularity, but probably more is
due to the strong romantic interest, which
is cleverly met and is developed by an INTEL
lgent Interpretation, SO far as concerns his
toric accuracy. The great lesson of the
play, the beauty and triumph of the Chris
tain faith over a lustful and idolatrous
paganism. during the reign of that despotic
old tyrant, Nero, entities 1t to unique
position in the field of dramatic art. Miss
Rose f. Tapley bestowed a gentle and
graceful personality on the leading char
acter of Mercia. Benjamin S. Mears as
Marcus Superbus. project of Rome and
lover of the young Christian, Merc.a, fur
nished one of the most enjoyable charac-
terizations of the play.
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Chase's Theater.

The popularity and profit of vaudeville is
best shown by patronage. The large audi
ence that enjoyed the program at Chase
Theater last evening from the first number
to the customary moving-picture close of
the performance testified to the general ap-
probation of low-prieed clean vaudeville
entertainment The audiences Yesterday
and last night partook of record-hreaking
proportions, the large auditorium being
filed on each occasion.
The star performer this week is Eddie
Foy of Bluebeard company fame. He ap-
pears with a few supporters in a short skit
entitled THE Man Behind the Gun" which.
while devoid of any sensible plot serves
its purpose by affording ample opportunity
Tor MIR. Foys amusing facial work and &C.
centricities.
genuine clever feature of the evening 8
bill is the one-act comedy, Paris which
is presented by Clayton White Marie Stu
art and Pauline Taylor. Its satire and hu-
NOR entitle it to place in the higher range
Of amusements.
Miss Clarice Vance gave some coon
songs with an artistic finish and refinement
one seldom hears i'm this class of music
The Gasch Sisters contribute a novel and
graceful acrobatic performance.
The program includes very good comedy
cycle act BY Hacker and Lester. and some
clever whistling and vocal limitations by
Tom Browne of "Trip to Chinatown fame
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23
NEEDED LEGISLATION.
That and Other Matters Discussed by
Citizens Association.

The regular monthly meeting of the
North Capitol and lexington Citizens As
ISOLATION was held last evening in st. Mar
tins Hall, corner North Capitol and T
streets. Mr.. w. G.. Henderson presided
with A. o. Tingley, secretary.
Mr. Howard Boyd. chairman of the rail-
way committee, reviewed the matters con-
sidered by his committee and offered two
resolutions. both of which were adopted
The frst recommended the passage of the
bill pending before Congress, which pro-
vides for the extension of the lines of the
Capital Railway Company along Florida
avenue eastwardly from 7th street abou,
as far as 9Th street northeast
Another resolution recommended favor
able action on the bill empowering the
commissioners to assume general super
vision OF the street car service In the Dis
trict.
On the suggestion of Herman e. Blau
OF the lighting committee the association
failed to approve the resolution received
from the Northeast Citizens Association
relative to having the quality of gas raised
from y to rs candlepower. Mr. Blau
thought the matter was one of too little
Importance to take up the time of the
association.
The question Of crossing policemen be-
ing made part of the regular force was
discussed. j. w. Loveless offered a reso-
tuition to the effect that 1t was inadyisab BILE
LOT the association to take action in the
mater and 1t was adopted.
Inc resolution, also offered by Mr. Love
less. recommending the placing of police
magistrates at the various police stations
IN the city. was voted down. though It was
decided to reconsider the question at .
later meeting.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23

The Bloomingdale Choral Society met
last evening at the home of Miss Wes-
thorpe, 145 U street northwest. Several
new choruses were rehearsed under the
leadership of the director, Mr.. S. F. Comp
ton. Among the special numbers were
bass solos by Mr.. Dorsey, a violin solo by
Miss Lillian Newman. accompanied by
Miss TAFT, and recitation by Mr.. Spiedel;
vocal solos were given by Mrs. Laughiin
and Miss Westhorpe. TT.
The society is DESTROYS of organizing an
orchestra in connections with it's vocal work
The officers of the society are: President,
James s. Maddux; director, s. F. Comp
ton; assistant director, j. d. Steele ac-
companist, Robert A. Smith; assistant ac-
companist, Miss Mabfe Roussona; secre-
tary, Robert E. hewitt; treasurer, Miss
Westhorpe; librarian, Mrs. 8. F. Compton
Mrs. Laughlin has several occasions
assisted at the piano. -"'s
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23

Hour at the Empire Theater yesterday
afternoon and evening. The play is meio-
drama Of the most thrilling type. The
scene represents some of the best-known
places in the city of Chicago. The third
act, in which is shown the exterior of a
block tower on the Northwestern railway,
Is very unique scene Samuel Hackett, a
country gentleman unexpectedly received a
large fortune, great portion of which Is
in cash, which he conceals in his bed room.
The villain, Benjamin Fowler, with the as
s1stance of his wife, whom he presents as
his sister, endeavors to secure the cash.
The villain and his ready assistant, Dolby
Dick, assail the host in his bed room and
secure the money. The crime is fastened
upon Joe Manly, the fiance of the daughter
of Samuel Haekett. The resemblance of
Joe Manly to Dolby Dick is remarkable, so
the villain, using the latter to represent Joe
Manly, tries to convince the daughter that
her lover is false and is going to marry
ner himself to secure the fortune when
the rlghtful lover appears and spoils his
scheme.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23
J. F. Sheetz, 16 Years on 7th st.
Vose Pianos Have Tone

Largest and best variety in the city of
Fine Candies, &c. ID. 80 18th.
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v. Baldwin Johnson's New Coal Office,
e12 9th ST. Prompt, square. reliable.-Advt.
Rechabites in Social Meeting.

Hope Council. No. t. Independent Order
Sons of Jonadab, held a meeting last night
in Rechabite Temple A number of visitors
were present from Unity Council Among
other visitors present were: Grand CR<Sf
]. c. DAILY, Grand Vice Chief j: c. Moore,
Grand Past Chief ]. T. Rolf. Grand Treas
urer ]. F. LIE Barnes, Grand Secretary B.
c. Mcdonald, Grand Herald J. c. Foster,
Grand Deputy Francis Reside.
The following program was rendered, Mr.
Martin in charge: Recitation. Bro. Column
bus; recitation, Bro. Martin; remarks by
Brothers Farr, Clark, Hodgson, r. E.
O'Brien, Lerch, Ryan, Hail. ]. C. Moore
and j. F. LIE Barnes
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23
Neighbors in Trouble.

Walter r. Thornton of 12o7 Georgia
avenue southeast, and Edgar Higgs, a
neighbor. were the principals In a Police
Court trial today, the latter appearing in
the role of defendant and Thornton as the
chief witness. According to the statements
made by them. they had some trouble Fri
day afternoon over bunch of fish, Blows
were exchanged, each claiming that the
other started the trouble by making the
first attack. 1t was plainly evident, how
ever. that Thornton got the worst of the
argument, his left optic being hidden be-
meath a bandage
Judge Scott decided that Higgs' conduct
was such as to warrant the imposition of a
nne OF IS. and taxed him that amount.
The fine was paid
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23
1eyant wheelmen,s Celebration.

Washington's birthday was celebrated by
the Levant Wheelmen with a smoker at the
clubs home on Pennsylvania avenue south
east last night. The handsome club rooms
were well filled with the members of the
club and their friends. and most en-
joyable evening was spent with vocal and
instrumental music and Rotations Those
contributing to the evenings pleasure were
Messrs. VIM. McCabe. Ed. Hutchinson, Wes-
ton and others. The committee on enter
tainment in charge were Messrs. George
Wells, VIM Brearley D. d. Walker. Plans
are now being arranged for busy spring
and summer for the club. and large addi-
tons to it's membership are looked for.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23
Funeral of Mrs. Robinson.

The funeral services over the remains of
Mrs s. 3. A. Robinson, the oldest MEM
Der of the First Congregational Church.
were held at her late residence on Corco-
ran street, yesterday afternoon and were
attended by many relatives and friends
DIR. S. NJ. Newman, pastor of the First
congregational Church, conducted the
services, assisted by DIR. j. G. Butler of
Luther Place Memorial Church and Rev
M. Ross Fishburn OF Mount Pleasant Con-
gregatiOnal Church. DR. Newman's ad-
dress was an eloquent tribute to the broad
sympathies and Christian devotion of Mrs
Robinson. The pallbearers were Rev ]. II
Bradford, Prof G. ]. Cummings, Messrs
Alfred Wood, ]. F. Johnson, ]. b. Diver
and +. l.. Fishback
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23
Funeral of o. v. Donnelly.

A large concourse of friends attended the
funeral OF Mr.. Owen V. DOnneliy at st.
Peters Church this morning at o'clock.
Requiem mass was celebrated by the rec
tor of the church. Mr.. Donnelly died Sun
day night at his home. 49, street south
east, after long illness. He was one of
the most prominent citizens living on Capt.
toll Hill. having resided in the same neigh
borhood for more than forty years.
Mr.. Donnelly was one of the original
members of Washington Council knights
of Columbus, and was prominent as a mem
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Antique Furniture.
Old Colony Co., 1903 II st.-Adyt,
Assaulted the Commissioners Guide

Jesse Gearing, member of the Salvation
Army was conducting District Commits
sioner mcfarland through the building at
NO. III pennsylvania avenue northwest
yesterday, when they came across David III
Eohr, who was drunk. Kohr became angry
on being chided for his condition and
struck Gearing. In Judge SCOTS court
this morning kohr was sentenced to pay a
fine of $40 or spend one month in Jail as the
equivalent He was also taxed an addition
al $40 on charge of disorderly conduct.
being giving the privilege of spending an
other month behind the bars in default
of payment
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23

Ashburn Farm Dairy, 1888 18th st.
Pioneers Of Pure. Clean Milk and Cream.
fe2-tu, til, s-13t
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Adoption Legalized.

Justice Anderson, in Equity Court No l.
today signed an order Iegahzing the adop-
ton by Archibald 1. and Bertha s. Rogers
OF two children named Barbara E. T.
Kretchmann and Victor H. Kretchmann
This action was taken on the petition Of
Mr.. and Mrs. Rogers, filed by Attorney l..
Cabell Williamson, in which the petitioners
declare that they have no children of their
own, and since these two children have
been residing with them they have become
so attached to them that they desire to
make the children their lawful heirs
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23
Cure Catarrh by Breathing.

If for few minutes four times day
you breathe Hyomei all catarrhal germs
will be destroyed and the irritated mu-
cous membrane restored to health.
With every Hyomei outfit there is a
neat inhaler which can be carried in the
purse or pocket. Hyomei breathed through
this contains the same healing balsams
that are found in the air upon the noun
tains where catarrh is unknown.
1t destroys all catarrhal germs in the
air passages of the head, throat and nose
and makes positive and permanent cure
of catarrh
Ask Henry Evans to show you a Hyo-
mel outfit and explain to you what a SIM
pie and easy way 1t is to relieve and cure
your catarrhal troubles.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23
Kernan's Lyceum Theater.

The Rose Hill English Folly Company
opened weeks stay at Kernan's Lyceum
Theater yesterday afternoon and night to
audiences that crowded the house to the
doors The two burlesques put forward
contained much familiar material, but the
clio was strong enough to send everybody
home in good humor frankie Haines and
Kitty Palmer had the leading roles in the
turlesques and were received with great
approval.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23
Will of Oliver n. Reed

The will of Oliver H. Reed dated January
4, 1901, was filed for probate today. gold
watch and chain is bequeathed to Herbert
G. Reed; silver plate, presented by
friends to Edward 0. Reed, and $50 to
John D. Reed. The residue of the estate is
devised to the widow, Ellen Gibbs Reed,
who is also named as executrix. The tesla
tor expresses the wish that his wife shall
remain widow. and that when she comes
to divide her possessions by will, she will
give to the boys according to the way they
have conducted themselves toward her and
the public generally"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23
Chief Justice clabaugh Indisposed.

Chief Justice Clabaugh was not at the
city hall today. He is suffering from
slight attack of the grip, but expects to be
out tomorrow. The jury in Circuit Court
No. 2 over which he presides was excused
until tomorrow morning.
The illness of the chief justice brought
civil business at the city hall to stand
still today, as Justice Barnard, who pre-
sides in the other Circuit Court is taking a
brief rest, owing to ill-health. Justice Bar
nard Is also expected to return to the city
hall tomorrow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23
Count Mutsu Has Appendicitis.

Count Hirokichi Mutsu. first secretary of
the japanese legation. and one OF the most
popular diplomats in Washington. is suffer-
Ing from appendicitis. An operation will
be necessary, though no date for it has yet
been fixed. Press of work at the legation
IN consequence OF the war has caused Count
Mutsu to overtax his strength, and he has
been anxious TO put off an operation as
long as possible. His physicians. however,
have ordered him to stop work and to pre-
pare for an operation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23
3 Lbs. Mixed Cakes for 25c.

Cream Lunch Crackers, 71kc.; Lemon
Cakes, &c.; Ginger Snaps. &C.; 8 lbs. Or.
Dust, 100; Pound Cake, 121hc.; Fruit Cake,
123ac.; Elgin Butter, Csc; Renovated, Zoe
E Tne 1oG c Peacbes Appies &C.
cots, 12hc.; Macaroni, &c.: Jars Mustard,
TIC; Elk. Sifted Peas. 10c. $3.50 Case;
Cans Tomatoes, 30c-. 40 Case: Sailor Boy
Perfection Tea, Soc; Corn Starch, 1Oc.;
Currants, 25c.; Starch, Csc. Oleine Soap,
4c.; . O'Clock Tea, SIC. ]. T. D. Pyles, Z
stores, including 94S La. ave. feI9-5t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23

" Baldwin Johnson,s New Coal office,
6l2 9th ST. Tel Main 16O4 and 16O5.-Adys.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-02-23
Y. Baldwin Johnson's New Coal Office,
6l2 9th St The best coal. clean. prompt
Admitted to Presbytery.

Rev. H. w. Pratt. who was recently
called to the passionate of the Second Pres
byterian Church, 2l45 street northwest
was yesterday afternoon formally received
into the Chesapeake Presbytery. The ex-
ercises We're conducted by Rev. FranI.
BROOKE of Alexandria. Mr.. Pratt viii he
FORMALLY Installed in his new duties tbs.
second SUNDAY in March
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Death Of Mrs. Emma T. Moroan

After an illness extending over a period
OF several months Mrs. Emma r. Morgan.
wire OF William g. Morgan. died yesterday
afternoon at the family residence, 14O7 G
street southeast Mrs. Morgan was the
Youngest daughter of Peter Mcnamara, a
resident of Capitol Hill. Her husband and
tnree children survive her. The funeral
sSlvIces VIII be held at ST. Peters Church
Thursday morning at $50 o'clock.
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LOCAL MENTION.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

Academy-"Queen of the Highway,
pm.
Chase 's-Eddie Foy and polite vaudeville,
s:15 pm.
Columbia-Richard Mansfield in 'Old Hell
delberg," pm
Empire-"The Eleventh Hour" pm.
Kernan's-Rice & Bartons Rose Hill
Company S:15 pm.
Lafayette-'The Sign OF the Cross" S:1o
pm.
National-'Mrs. Wigs of the CABBAGE
Patch" SIS pm.
Rifles Armory-Prize masquerade ball.
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The Ridenour Co. One Sale

tomorrow, Wednesday, > pm. 1918 G. st.
Continuation of their closing out sale of
antique furniture. brass goods. Sheffield
plate. pictures. bric-a-brac, etc. Wilson &
Mayors, Auctioneers.
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Oriental Rugs at sloan,s, 14o7 G s..

The sheriff's stock OF "A grand collection @,
oriental Rugs ana Carpets opens at Sloan 5
1xoI G ST, tomorrow at IL a m. and D. m
A grand chance To secure bargains. as every
piece is warranted to be as represented -
Advertisement.
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Superb Collection of Numbered

editions de luxe of standard works by pub
lie auction. within the sales rooms of
James w Radcliffe 800 Pa ave NV, this
evening at oclock.-Advt
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The second floor of the annex of The
Evening Star building may be rented as
whole or in part at reasonable ra tes; size,
5Ox100 feet; subdivided into ten office
rooms, well lighted and heated. Apply at
The Star office.