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The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
SOLDIER OF FORTUNE
ON WAY FROM PANAMA
General George Jeffries Man of Many Adventures and
Admiral of New Republics Fleet Coming Here

General George Jeffries. one Of the
most picturesque figures of the Panama
revolution and Yankee whose exploits
in South America are said to have made
material for soldiers OF fortune" novels
recently written. arrives in New York
today and from thence will come 10
Washington
Just what project brings him here at
this time is not known. As General
Jeffries is said to have never less than
half 4 dozen enterprises up his sleeve
at one time doubtless some interesting
developments may be expected as the
result OF his visit
Minister Obaldia With Him.
on the same steamer that brings Cen
eral Jeffries VIII be the new minister
from Panama, Senior Obaldia, who
comes to take up his residence in Wash
ington.
At the time of the Panama revolution
General Jeffries played an important. II
quiescent. part. this being requisite. as
Jeffries is a citizen of the United States.
That the revolutionists must have
thought a good deal of his talents is
evident. however. from the fact that
Immediately after the revolution they
made him commander Of the feet "a
which the new republic suddenly fell
heir.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
ACADEMY.
Stock Company in "The Princess Of
Patches

Stock Company in "The Princess Of
Patches
Another stock company was last night
added to those already established II,
Washington, when an organization IN
der the direction Of Fred G.. Berger, jr,
began a series Of engagements at the
Academy in THE Princess of Patches. 80
dramatic story OF life In the South at
the period just following the close of
the civil war.
The company is even more local IN its
makeup than most summer organiza-
tons, as four of its members and it's
manager are observation-disclosures Laura
Oakman Miss Eichelberger), Frances
NOrdstrOm. Hal Clarendon, and Henry
Buckler claim the Capital as their home,
and cordial welcome awaited each.
In presenting such plays as The
Princess Of Patches" Mr.. Berger has Sc
lected a class OF stage stories rarely
used in local stock presentations. In view
OF the generous patronage accorded
them during the regular season at the
Academy there IS proof positive that a
little bit OF melOdrama IS desirable In
the current Offering there is an inter-
estIng story OF the South. dealing with
the abduction of a charming young girl
and the many viCissitudeS through
which she Is compelled to pass before
coming into her Inheritance Of peace and
happiness.
Laura Oakman distinguished herself
as Selma, the princess Of patches" and
demonstrated the undoubted ability
which her local friends have heretofore
not had adequate opportunity to see
Carol Arden a well-known stock pla ver
gave "a Creditable performance as Juliet
Silverthorn, and Miss NordstrOn was
also conspicuous IN the success OF the
play. Hal Clarendon plays n character
part, that Of Judas. an ex-slave. with
much intelligence. and the remaining
members Of the company established
themselves rs favOrites
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
COLUMBIA.
TOO Much Johnson" Well Done by the
COMPANY.

TOO Much Johnson" was the roiickng
farce which Edwin Arden and his assO-
ciate players presented at the Columbia
last night. Though all the theatergOing
world knows this play from its former
presentations. II served thoroughly 10
hold the attention Of last nights au-
dicnce. which the threatening weather
kept down TO small numbers.
Mr. Arden's star part Of Augustus
Billings, the resourceful husband, who
always had a ready explanation or a
handy way out OF every difficulty was
handled in even better manner than in
previous offerings Of the stock COM
pany. He was always match for the
villain. which part. as usual. was in
the hands Of Edward L. Ellis. The lat
ters work was OF a higher standard
than a summer audience viii usually
recognize in a disagreeable role.
William Levers gave a splendid i'm
personation Of the excitable Frenchman.
determined upon finding the man Of
whom he has part Of a photograph.
II shows only the top Of the head. and
Billings cuts his heavy locks in time TO
prevent recognition from the photo
graph.
Mabel Roebuck. as Mrs Billings. and
Alice Butler. as the mOther-in-law. filed
their parts capa bly,. The former had
a brief sentimental part In the last get.
which pleased the audience generally
mis- served 20 smooth over the rccOl-
lecuons Of Johnson. Mr.. Ellis part.
which provides the plays title. johnson
Is a slave driver OF the Uncle Tom s
Cabin sort, transferred into Cuba. and
the parts rendition calls for a show OF
brutality.
Louise Galloway, In the soubrette
role, and Malcolm Duncan. as her lover
canned a sympathetic interest In their
misfortune In the latter part OF the
play. Ihey were typiCally youthful IN
their loNemaking. and this the many
b. hearty applause
Philip Sheffield. IN his impersonation
Of Johnson's servant. improved every
sketch. and did fine bit OF acting in the
second act In his interview with BIZ
lings William Herbert's Canadian part
was also well done.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
MEETING OF LOT HOLDERS
OF OAK HILL CEMETERY

Lot holders of the Oak IIiH Cemetery
held a meeting yesterday. and elected
the following board Of managers: James
L. Norris. NJ. J. Adler. William A. Cor
don. and H. S. Matthews
At a meeting Of the board Of man
ayers later Mr.. Norris was elected
president and Mr.. Matthews secretary.
Frederick y. Sommerville was reap
pointed superintendent and treasurer
According 10 the presidents report
1876 interments have been made I'm the
past year. making q total Of 10, 146 IN the
cemetery. The receipts OF the year were
S3l, 260.4S. and expenditures 81, 3O9.7T
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
AGA, THE FLOATING
MYSTERY, AT CHASE'S
LAFAYETTE.
"The Wedding Day." With Dorothy
Morton.

Patrons OF the Lafayette Opera House
! who went to hear the Aborn company
1 in THE Wedding Day last night en-
joyed cool breezes as well as a de-
! lightful musical entertainment. Elec.
! trio fans and abundant air from the
/ outside made il possible for the audi
ence to remain in its chairs and stop
! fussing about the heat for at least two
/ hours.
! In presenting THE Wedding Day the
! Messrs. Aborn are giving TO Washing
ton theatergoers a musical Offering they
have not heard in several years and one
( that IS a tritle more ambitious than
those previously presented by these
managers at the Lafayette. The score
by Julian Edward IS full of delightful
music. and many concerted numbers de
serve high rank among light opera com
positions. In its Interpretation il calls
Tor more experienced singers than are
customarily found in the field Of light
opera, not only as regards principals
but in the chorus as well
Stanislaus STANCES book is wholly
adequate TO the motive Of the music
ana Is generously supplied with real
comic opera humOr.
The performances Of the Aborn com
panies at the Lafayette are something
out of the ordinary summer entertain
ed. The MeSsrs. Aborn control several
opera companies and send one 70 a city
for an enEa cement Of one or more
weeks. Principals and choruses are re-
tained for certain operas so that each
performance is rather more like a regu-
lar engagement than something that
savors of stock entertainment.
The Wedding Day serves to bring
back to Washington Dorothy Morton
who has been seen in various light
operas in many seasons past and who
retains a strong following among opera
gOers at the Capital. She received a
cordial welcome last night in the role
Of the kings messenger and did some
remarkably good vocal work through
out the opera. Miss Morton sings the
part originated by Lillian Russell and
Clara Lavine who will be remembered
as the circus rider in The Defender"
succeeds Della Fox as Polycop. the
bakers bride.
William Blaisdell has the difficult task
Of following Jefferson DeAngelis in the
chief male part. but managed to make
his friends in front forget all about Mr.
DeAngelis before the evening was over.
Mr.. BlaiSde1 is a clever comedian and
still more interesting dancer and his
interpolated dance specialties called for
q series Of encOres, especially in THE
Mermaid and the Whale" Joseph W
Smith is one Of the best tenors in the
Aborn forces and Frank Wooley is an
other conspicuous member OF the COM
pany.
The Belle Of New York is underlined
for production next week
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
Performance DELAYED.
CONCEPT AZ IUDICIARY sOUARE

The Engineer Band. Julius Hamper,
Dandmaster, viii render the following
program at judiciary Square this after
noon. beginning at $50 o'clock:
March, King Of the Winds Taylor
Overture ''MasaniellO' ...............Au ber
Baritone solo. The Dream Of Love"
AillarS
BY Corporal Mills.
Waltz. The Flower Gardener NOrthrup
Selection. Faust" .-..............G OunOd
American Patrol .-........... Meac cham
Tautasie The Dying Poet" .Gottschalk
Medley overture. "Bedelia" Sutton
Hail Columbia .Fyles
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
DELEGATES TO STATE CoNvEN-
TON.

Democratic. ward meetings viii be held
this evening at the following places:
First ward. Elks' Hall; Second ward,
Police Courtroom: Third ward. odd Eel
lows Hall; Fourth ward, Friendship
Engine House.
The purpose of the meetings is to elect
delegates to the State convention at
Richmond on June g Five delegates
are TO be elected from each ward and
as only. that number have fulfilled tho
requirements they will be elected to
night The following is the slate to be
voted for:
First ward-Samuel Bendheim. T. NJ
Hill. Hubert Snowden, John A. Mar
shall and T. Alton Moore.
Second ward-JOhn T. Reed. T. A
Fisher. 9. G. Carlin, ]. Y. Williams and
+. z Dowuham.
Third warj-R. II. Cox. G. L. Boothe.
]. r. Cation. S. G. Brent and J. r. Harri-
son
Fourth ward-O. F. Carter. F. c.
Spinks. jr.. c. Marshall, c. r. Davis
and Chas. Bendheim.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
EXHIBIT OF POSTERS.

Mrs. Andrews. wife OF Prof. Andrews.
will give poster exhibit at her home.
-Nauxcleuse, near the Theological
Seminary, this afternoon, from 10 s
o'clock. Mrs. Andrews. while abroad
last summer, made a collection OF Ger
man posters, which are quite interest
ing. The proceeds from the exhibit vii,
be devoted to the Good Shepherd Mis-
sion. OF Alexandria.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
PORTO RICO Rejects
HEARST AS CANDIDATE

SAN JUAN. p. r., June AFTER
adopting a platform and .electIng six
delegates 20 the St Louis convention
the Democratic convention for Porto
Rico, in session here two days. has ad-
journed.
Delegates 20 the national convention
are uninstructed. although William r..
Hearst endeavOred TO obtain the sup
port OF the Democrats OF the island
ID. NJ. Field was Endorsed by the con
Vention for national committeeman.
lie came here from Arizona
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07

Frank s Anderson, Washington St. Easton,
Nd, Joseph Coins. SO Ornnge ST, Whining
ton, Del. Lewis S. Long, Midland, Nd, J. G.
swain, $40 Twelfth ST., Huntington. W Va
William Speed, 296 Lincoln Ave, Beechw0od
Psrkersburg, r. r. u ". Va. S b. Spon-
seller. Bolivar. W. Va, and hundreds Of others
will testify that the Electuls Is a positive home
cure. Old men who have been ruptlred FOR
years and years cured in a surprisingly short
time and are able to walk or work and excr-
else their muscles without wearing a trugs or
support Of any kind. We solicit the very
worst cases and ones nearest friends need not
know Of the treatment. Send your name and
address to the Electrus Co, 1893 Wood Bldg
Syracuse, n. Y, and they viii forward free the
complete details Of this wonderful cure Of rup-
cure. ie7-I2
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
ALEXANDRIA NEWS NOTES

ALEXANDRIA. Va, June Mrs.
Martha Spicer, highly esteemed Alex
andria woman, died at the Columbia
Hospital, IN Washington. last night.
Mrs. Spicer was in the ffty-secOnd year
Of her age. and she IS survived by a
husband and two sons Her remains
were brought by Undertaken Wheatley
10 her home, 1907 X Street, In this city,
from which place her funeral will take
place IomOrrOW.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
SMALL FIRE LAST NIGHT.

Fire In a third-stOry room of the house
Of DR.. T. p. Cochran, in King Street, be-
tween Columbus and Alfred, brought out
the fire department last night. The
fire destroyed bureau. and some
clothes, but was distinguished with a
chemical cxtinguisher and the fire APP
paratus did not go into service. II Is
said 10 have been caused by the ignit-
ing of some neckties WHICH a boarde-
had hung on his gas Jet.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
STOCKHOLDERS, MEETING.

The stockholders Of the United States
Realty Company held a meeting at the
Office Of J. r. Cation. in South Fairfax
street, yesterday, and elected the fol-
lowing officers for the ensuing wear.
A. E Randall, OF Washington, presi-
dent: A. A. Wilson, of Washington. vice
president: William d. Hoover, OF Wash
ington, secretary and treasurer. These
gentlemen, with William B. Cox. OF
Washington; Ellwood g. jackson. and
o. c. Brothers, OF Philadelphia, were
elected the board Of directors
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
OFFICERS OF QUARRY COMPANY.

The stockholders OF the Columbia
Marble Quarrying Company met at the
Office Of G. l. Boothe yesterday, and
elected the following officers:
J. Forrest Manning, Rutland. Vt:
Henry T. Woodland. Washington. D. c. /:
Richard 9. Birney, Rutland, Vt; Henry
+. Rupprecht. Washington, D c.; Ar
thur A. A. Birney, Washington. D. c.
din ectOrs. J. Forrest Manning was
elected president; II. F. Woodland. sec
rotary. and Richard c. Barney, treas
urer.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
HEAVY EARTHQUAKE IN CHILE

LIMA, Peru. June I-Tacna and africa,
in Chile was shaken by tremendous
earthquake at 1:35 a. m yesterday. The
inhabitants ran into the streets The
walls Of many buildings were cracked
and the sea agitated. but so far as -e-
ported nobody was killed
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
EXCURSION A SUCCESS.

The excursion given yesterday by the
Retail Clerks Union was a decided sue
cess. The clerks are busy thanking
their many friends who assisted. IN ann
, way, In making the affair such sue
ceESful one.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
HOTEL COMPANY MEETS.

The Dewey Hotel Company held a
meeting at the Office of G. L. Boothe
YESTERDAY. and elected the following Of
hcers and directors:
Theodore +. Wiedersheim, of Phila-
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
ALExANDRIAN HoNoRED.

Congressman Rixey has appointed W.
r. p Taylor. son Of Charles S. Taylor.
cadet at the Naval Academy at An
naDolis
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
Tells How He Cured a
Bad Rupture of Fifty
Years Standing.

Mr.. II. Lenioine, 2fS 9TH Street Northeast,
Washington. d. C., Writes That His
Rupture Of Fifty Years StandIngWas
Completely Cured by the EIectrus
Within Sixty Days, Without
the Slightest Pain or Danger.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07

deiphia, president and treasurer; H r.
GODDARD. of Washington, secretary:
=. r. Wiedershcim Philadelphia: Fl. r.
Woodland. Charles L. Farnley, and Sam
uel E Tatem. OF Washington. direc-
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
Mr. LemoIne Is Glad to Tell How lie Was
Cured After Years of Search for Relief
COMPLETE DETAILS FREE.

or woman who is nTptured, has a child rup-
turcd, the complete details of this proven home
cure.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
PYROTECHNICS ON
ELABORATE SCALE
Last Days of POmpeii" a
Great Spectacle.
PRESIDENTS FACE IN FIRE
Portrait of Washington's Handsomcst
Woman to Be Shown
Friday Right.

Realistic and gorgeous was the repro
ductlon Of the Last Days Of Pompeii. 90
given by the Pain Fireworks Company
at the show grounds. Fifteenth and II
Streets northeast. last night Never has
more elaborate display Of pyrotechnics
been given In the city, and il was with
a sense OF keen delight that a large
audience viewed the spectacle last night.
The exhibition Will be givcl nightly
throughout the week
The stands surrounding the grounds
were filled when the performance began
shortly after o'clock A flood Of
varied-coIored lights was suddenly turn
ed upon the rear of the grounds. bring
ing into view a scene representing the
city OF Pompeii at the break Of day.
with Nesuvius towering high above the
buildings
A City Awakening.
Gradually the pale gray light. repre-
senting the dawn. was changed into
a brilliant gold. and in a few minutes
the city appeared as it would al hicn
noon. with the sun streaming down ;lpon
1t. Men, women. and children could be
seen walking along the streets. and their
number rapidly increased as the early
dawn was put 70 fight before the shafts
OF the sun.
At given signal the hundreds Of per
formers formed into n line and after
marching in through the streets of the
city. took positions where they cOuId
see the featS of the aCrObatic and dane
ing performers.
series Of vaudeville acts were then
given, consisting of dancing tumbIing.
and midair performance on cross
Dars- Most notable Of the acts per
maps, were the life poses of two ath-
in vNr1nf n.-
old Roman sculpture.
Vesuvius Active.
While the vaudeville acts were going
on, smoke was seen pouring from the
mouth of Vesuvius. In a few moments
the crater of the volcano was suddenly
Illuminated and hot lava began to pour
down the side. The natives were put
to flight by the spectacle. but hardly
had the danger been realized when
terrific explosion indicated that the
volcano was in full eruption.
Deafening explosions followed. fire
shot I'm every direction, and through
the great clouds Of smoke that envel-
Oped the city the buildings could be
seen tumbling and Crumbling TO pieces.
When the destruction Of TIE city had
been accomplished, a gorgeous display
OF fireworks was given. A huge pOr-
trait Of the President in multi-colored
ABntS was one OF the most striking OF
the pieces. The display was most elab-
crate and lasted for thirty minutes.
winding UP with view of Niagara Fails
In fireworks.
Performance Delayed.
The performance was "A little late in
beginning last night. owing 10 some
delay I'm the arrival Of the equipment
Tonight portraits in fire OF Russian and
Japanese generals VIII be shown, while
on Friday night the portrait Of the
handsOmest woman in Washington,
whose name has not bctn revealed, will
bt. nresenfed-
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07
.SELF-HADE GREEK
GRADUATES TONIGHT
Worked His Way Through
Medical School.
is AMONG THE HONOR MEN
Called Moses of the Creeks" and Re
cejves Handsome Present From
Grateful Countrymen.

Among the many students who will
graduate tonight from the Georgetown
No dical School none will be more in
teresting than John n. Constas. of
Oiy mpia. Greece, who is known as the
Moses of the Greeks"
Mr.. COnstaS is tweuty-seven wears
old. and came to this country about
seven and one-half years ago. after
travelling over a great part of the East
ern world. He is Of Il prominent fam
lily, two of his cousins being senators
in the Greek parliament. and various
other relatives occupying prominent
positions in the Greek army
Helped by DR.. Compton.
Upon his arrival I'm Washington he at
rdcted the attention Of Dr.. William p
Compton. who has ever since encourag-
ca him in his efforts to obtain an Amer
lean education and qualify for the pro-
frssion Of medicine.
Although Handicapped by an utter
ignorance of English when he first ar
rived Mar. Constas applied himself with
such assiduity that he now speaks the
language we'll and has no trouble in
reading fiuently the most technical Of
medical and other scientific works. Two
years ago at competitive examinations
hcnOrs and was awarded a valuable set
Of instruments, offered as n prize by
Prof Sprigg.
Will Practice Here.
Tonight he will graduate among the
honor men. He expects TO practice I'm
Washington for two or three years
while he perfects himself in the spec
ialty of gynecology. after which he in
tends 10 return to Greece. where ne
says there is a wide field for surgeons
and competent specialists in other
branches.
Mr.. Constas he'd TO work for his llv-
irg while studying. While so doing he
acquired an intimate knowledge of the
condition Of the Greeks in this city. and
acquired their confidence 10 a high de-
gree. He is the president of the Greek
Republican National Union Of Wash
ington. an influential organization.
The title, Moses Of the Greeks" arose
from the activity Of Mr. Constas in
looking after the moral. financial and
spiritual welfare Of the 300 Greeks in
Washington. As a token OF their es-
TEEN they have raised a purse OF 5000.
which Will be given as a graduation
present for the purchase Of medical ia
struments.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-07

AAS ~ AN~AAAN u - , DO
promptly in building up
and restoring its rich
ne S S, purity an d
strength. The time to
cure a boil is before it
develops, when it is in
a state of incubation or
formation in the blood !;
for boils are, after all,
only the impurities and
poisons bubblIng up
through the skin, and
this will continue in
spite of pOulticing and
The Miller sun. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 190?-19??, 1904-04-27
JAPs LURE TO DEATH.
Latest Disaster to Russian warships
Is Fully Explained.

The japanese are elated over the sue
cesses they have won at Port Arthur.
They are also proud of the achievements
OF Vice Admiral Togo, particularly Of
mis- newest strategy of counter.mining the
enemy's harbor and decoying him across
this field OF mines to an equally danger
Gus flank attack.
The success of the system OF placing
deadly counter-m:aes is due largely TO
series of careful observations made by
the japanese during their previous at
tacks on Port Arthur. The japanese
saw the Russian feet leave the harbor
and return to it several times, and they
discovered that the Russian warships
followed an identical course every time
they came out or went in, evidently for
the purpose of avoiding their own mines.
The Japanese took bearings on this
course. When the destroyer divisions
of the Japanese torpedo fiotilla laid the
counter-mines during the night of April
1918 they placed them along this course.
The laying of these counter-mines was
exceedingly peril :. 'ecause, il any Jap
anese boat with mines board had been
struck by lucky Russian shot she would
have been annihilated.
The weather of the night Of April II
13 favored the work There was heavy
rain, the night was dark and cloudy and
the Russian searchlights playing over
the channel failed to reveal the presencs
of the Japanese destroyers.
Rear Admiral Dewa was in command
of the Japanese squadron which decoyed
the Russian ships over the field of mines.
His squadron consisted of the cruisers
Chitose, Yoshino, Kasagi and Takasago,
all unarmored vessels, which presented
tempting bait for the heavier Russian
ships.
Vice Admiral Togo directed the flank
attack. He had the battleships Hatsuse,
Mikasa, Asahi, Shikishima, Yashima and
Full. He waited thirty miles out at sea
until Rear Admiral Dewa signaled him
by wireless telegraphy to come in. His
vessels then dashed at full speed toward
the entrance of the harbor. All the bat
tleships under Vice Admiral Togo are
capable Of speed of eighteen knots and
they quickly covered the distance.