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The Washington times., 1904-03-01
COMMISSIONERS ORDER
STREETS RESURFACED

The District Commissioners have or
dered that the following streets be re-
surfaced at the costs mentioned:
c Street northwest. between Four-and-
a-half and Sixth Streets: estimated cost
$500
l. Street northwest. between Twenty
fourth and Twenty-hfth Streets; esti-
mated cost $500.
Street northwest. between Third and
Four-and-a-half Streets: estimated cost
81. 600.
Street northwest. between Thirty
fifth and Thirty-seventh Streets: esti-
mated cost s. 500.
Connecticut Avenue northwest. between
Dupont Circle and . Street; estimated
cost S5.i00.
Around the west half OF Dupont Cir
Gle; estimated cost $45G0
A Street northwest, between Seven
tenth and Eighteenth Streets; esti-
mated cost SO. 100
The Washington times., 1904-03-01
PUBLIC LANDS MAY
BE SOLD AT AUCTION

1t is probable that at the next opening
of public lands. which will take place in
a few months, they will be disposed of ut
auction. President Roosevelt is of the
opinion that this method will be to the
interest of the Government, and he is
considering the issuing of a proclama-
tion &c that effect.
The lands to be opened include twelve
townships of the Red Lake Indian
Reser, alton in northwestern Minnesota,
and part of the Rosebud Reservation in
Gregory county, South Dakota, COM
prisine. in all. about 416. 900 acres.
The Washington times., 1904-03-01
THE
PERSONAL
SIDE
THE GENERAL STAWF-n

nave some papers here for the gen
eraI stawf," a messenger at the War
department announced. as he handed a
large bundle Of documents to another
messenger in the corridor where the Of
hces OF the chief of staff and his as
sistants are located.
What's that you said?'
l have some papers FOR the general
stnwf. the messenger repeated, laying
special emphasis on the broad English
pronunciation OF staff
Well that kind of talk sounds good.
but it don't go around here unless a
mans got shoulder straps or money to
go with it," the second messenger re-
torted. Anything less than a second
lieutenant iios u come at us with just
plain staff unless he shows evidences
of a bank account"
The Washington times., 1904-03-01
IN THE CIRCLE OF
WOMENS BALL
AND EUCHRE
Leap Year Dance at Dewey
Hotel d Merry Affair.

a leap-year ball was given at the
Dewey Hotel last evening by the men
who are the guests Of the hosiery. IT
was an exceedingly merry affair.
The men took part in the dance or
back seats according TO the caprice or
pleasure Of the women. who were &C,
corded all Of the privileges OF the stern
sex usual on such occasions.
Perhaps the most unique feature Of
the canoe was the program. which de-
picted a woman-young and pretty
begging a dance of a grumpy old bach
elor. while Cupid, with bow and arrow
cast aside. looked on in amazement.
A matinee euchre I'm aid OF the Equal
Suffrage Association will be held At
Belmont" the home Of Mrs A l.
Barber. from 3 to o'clock this after
noon.
Tickets. which can be secured at the
door. are 81 each.
The patrons for this entertainment
and the one following tomorrow night
include Mrs. A. L. Barber, Mrs John
Z Henderson, Mrs. Joseph r. Hawley
Mrs. Rufus Saxton, and Mrs stephen
o. Richey.
The Spanish minister, Senior Cjeda,
whom il was feared would be detained
in Spain as a member of the cabinet,
has informed Senior Riano. charge daft
flares ad interim of the Spanish lega-
ton. that ne will return TO Washington
some time in April. His family. whom
It was thought would accompany him
here, will remain i'm Madrid.
The counselor Of the Austrian e1nbas-
sy. Baron Giskra, has returned from
week visit to New York.
Mr.. verdy du Vernois. OF the German
embassy, has Joined Baron Won dem
Bussche and his party at Palm Beach
for a stay OF several weeks.
Miss Rosita Calderon. second daugh-
ter Of the Peruvian minister and Mrs.
Calderon. is confined 20 the house with
an attack Of grip.
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PRESIDENT CONDOLES
WITH PRINCE HENRY

President Roosevelt cabled condolences
TO Prince and Princess Henry of Ger
many. on tleir death of their son. whose
funeral took place yesterday at Kiel.
Emperor William was present.
Lieutenant Commander Templin NJ
Potts. the United States naval attache
at Berlin, attended the funeral.
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UNABLE TO EXTEND STREET.

The District Commissioners today re-
ported To Congress that .on account OF
the state of the District finances" they
are unable to recommend the extension
of School Street northwest 20 kenesaW
Avenue. They explain, however, that
the extension is desirable
The Washington times., 1904-03-01

Perhaps he can reconcile them. They
may be las pure and lofty as the
world has seen since the Master lived
and taught" but, we repeat, eve haze
our doois ABBOTT it."
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STREET TO BE CLOSED.

Engineer COMMISSIONS Biddle has
granted tbs request OF Lieut. Col A.
NJ. Miller that he be allowed TO close
First Street northwest. from Detroit
StrStt 70 the soldiers Home gate.
work on the filtration plant.
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King Edward, on being informed Of
the condition OF THE Kings Slums" in
the neighborhood OF Richmond. immedi-
ately began housekeeping. Soon he will
be in a position TO criticise the way in
which those things are done in the capt.
tai city Of an effete republic.
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1t has been found that the hooking
bind is the proper enemy of the boil
weevn. II he is not still singing where
the weeping-willow waves he is on some
woman's hat Form an Audubon So
city in the South
The Washington times., 1904-03-01

II is now said that the Ethiopian is a
Semitic Of brown skin and Arabian type
II science cannot change the skin Of
that Ethiopian. it certainly can do some
thing for his reputation
The Washington times., 1904-03-01

With Mr.. Howells beaming on the
American drama. and Mr.. Winter sleet-
ing on it. the theatrical syndicate may
well be puzzled TO know what sort OF
weather it has struck
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Yale is said to have a machine by
brain can be observed. This ought to
strike terror to the souls Of the students
whose brains never work at ALL
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Patti is said to have been afraid that
the mice in Chicago hotels would injure
her voice. and it does not seem TO have
been case in which mouse-traps would
work
The Washington times., 1904-03-01

Some tender-hearted person asks il the
Japanese object TO being called 'Jaus''
Whether they do or not, the war poet is
not going TO give up so convenient a
rhyme
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The Japanese officials engaged in the
sinking of the ships are so grieved over
the partial failure OF their plans that
they have shaved their heads. That
may prove to be all the handler If the
Russians ever come to close quarters.
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and driven away from the best hotel.
The prophet ought to be singing Home
Sweet Home" at his meetings in these
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Receptions Draw Crowds
of Gay People to
Drawing Rooms.
Women of Washington
College at Home to
Friends of School.
SOCIETY

The women OF the Washington College
were at home yesterday afternoon from
20 o'clock TO a large number OF call
ers. The prettfly decorated rooms with
their many softly shaded lights. and its
light. dainty gowns. presented an at
bevy OF charming young women in
tTacJive appearance and made one for
get the inclemency Of the weather and
think only OF spring time. flowers and
sunshine
Mrs. Meaefee. wife Of Dr. Menefee,
president OF the college, assisted by Mrs.
Martipdell, Miss Webb. and the young
women OF the senior class. received the
guests in The drawing room Miss
Beare. Miss Ellis. and Miss Hewitt were
the hostesses in the library. where tea
dainties were served from a beautifully
appointed table.
The juniors added much to the pleas
IRE Of the occasion by escorting tho
guests 70 ard from the library and to
points Of interest about the college.
Miss Cuddy entertained IN honor Of
the Dupont Club IT her home in Twelfth
Street northeast, on Saturday evening
last The decorations were in Japan
csc effects. the rooms presenting a most
attractive appearance under the artisti-
cally shaded lights and colored lanterns
The Oriental idea was further carried
out in the favors. which were numerNs
and pretty.
Among the guests were Miss Burke.
Miss Connen. Miss Edwards. Miss Gill.
Miss Howard. Miss Kehoe. Miss Clara
Kehoe. Miss Mackall Miss Parks and
Miss James of Petersburg. Va; 8Ir.
Dorsey. Charles English. Walter Eng
lish. Mr.. Etchison. Mr. Jsrboe. Mr.. Mas
terson. Mr. Stockly, Mr.. Sullivan. and
Mr.. Polar. of Peru. The prizes were
won by Miss Clara Kehoe and M
StOckly.
The Washington Dramatic Club will
give bright little comedy. entitled Mr..
Bob" at Masonic Temple this evening
The play viii be under the auspices
of Capital Lodge. No. II, l. o. n. di-
rected by H. Z. SALESMAN and William
de Ford
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II all the language which has prob
ably been used on the Yellow Sea had
had its effect the waters would be too
hot to hold anybody
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Dinners, Parties, and
Gossip of Washington
and Palm Beach.
Former Secretary Root
Recipient of Attention
in the South.

Former Secretary If War Elihu Root
who has recently joined his family at
Palm Beach, has been the object or
much attention since his arrival I'm the
South. At a tea given in the handsome
home Of Mr.. and Mrs. II. NJ Flager, yes
terday afternoon. Mr.. Root was con-
spicuous figure, as was, also, former
Secretary Of the Treasury Lyman Gage
Mrs Root. Miss Root, and Frederick I.
Martin, of New York. a brother Of Mrs
Rochester OF this city and a frequent
visitor in Washington, were among
other well-known persons present.
Mr.. and Mrs. Root and Miss Root
were also present at the dinner given
by Col. J. J. Astor. at Riviera. last even
Ing. This was the gayest affair of the
Palm Beach season. The guests fifty
In number. were conducted to the island
in six launches, to the accompaniment
Of music. Throughout the dinner and
afterward the guests were entertained
with a number of exceedingly novel
features arranged by Colonel Astor and
Frederick Martin. The evenings en-
tertainment ended with a cake walk. In
which many of the guests participated.
Colonel Aston leading.
The Misses Bell will give large in
formal dance at their home in Connect
cut Avenue tomorrow evening.
Miss Grace Click. daughter of Mr. and
Mrs George Click. jr., of Congress
Heights, who was taken suddenly i'll
on Friday at her home. is reported as
much improved.
A musicale, under the direction OF
Mrs. Noble Newport Potts. will be given
in the reading room for the blind in the
Library Of Congress. tomorrow after
noon. d. Ammen Yeatman. basso, and
Robert Cary Stearns. violinist. will be
the soloists. accompanied by Mrs. Potts
on the piano.
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Senator Platt IS said to have yielded
to Odell his scepter as a boss; but that
scepter has seldom been relinquished
without a string tied to the handle.
The Washington times., 1904-03-01

Golf is said to be cure for most dis
eases. but the person afflicted with some
sorts Of diseases viii prefer the Ills he
has to golf
The Washington times., 1904-03-01

Some men will never be satisfied until
there is a law to make women in street
cars say thank you when they get a
scat
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Kings ievee. Lectures,
And Social Appointments

At kis4s EdwaCd's first levee. held yes
terday at noon in the throne room OF
St. JarIes Palace. Mr. Choate and the
staff of the United States embassy were
present
The Washington times., 1904-03-01

Mr.. and Mrs. Robert POrtner, accom-
by Miss Eta Portner am
Paul Portnsr. left Washington yester-
day for two months trip through
California.
The Washington times., 1904-03-01

DR.. Edward Everett Hale win deliver
a lecture on New England Ballads II
the meeting Of the Unit Club tomorrow
evening at Metzerott Hall The lecture
viii be followed by musical program
The Washington times., 1904-03-01

stand pat" policy. Scarce half a dog
en- political speeches Of The characte.-
calculated for campaign use have been
delivered on the Republican side OF the
chamber. and even the Democrats have
been less inclined than usual to MI the
Record" with this sort Of material
The bulk Of the product from the minor
ity side has been turned out by Mr. Wiz
Iiams Of Mississippi. and the Demo-
Gratis seem content to rest upon what
he says. and accept his utteranccs as
Democratic gospel
Mr.. Williams has made a number of
Political speeches which the Democrats
VIII use in the contest this summer.
but the Republican output has been ex-
ceedingly meager. Seeming the issue OF
reciprocity about which Mr.. williams
and Mr.. Lind Of Minnesota. have had
E;Uch to say, Mr. Dalzel did yesterday
take I'D that question and mike a DO
ltical speech from n Republican stand
point. but il was largely Offset by the
remarks of Mr.. Lowering. from the Re
publican side, in many respects taking
issue with the Pennsylvania leader. As
the situation now is. neither side seems
10 desire TO prolong the session for the
purpose of talking. and will be ready
to go homo after the routine business is
of. although the minority VIII.
Of course, make the bluff of urging ac-
ton on the tariff and other measures
which they believe to be for the relief
Of the pUolic. But they well know moth
iEg OF this kind can be done. and their
will only be for political ef-
feet.
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The Anna GORDON Us viii give a
patriotic entertainment this evening at
4:30 O'Clock in honor Of the soldiers.
sailors. and marines. at the headquar-
ters OF the W. {. T. L, 80 Sixth Street
northwest.
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Senate May Delay.

Practically the only thing which viii
keep Congress in session after MAY I
will be The delay OF the Senate in act
ing upon the supply bills. 1t is expect
ed that the naval bill and The sundry
civil bill viii drag along for quite a
time in the Senate, and that numerous
amendments will be offered and attach
ed to IL IN the Senate. which viii re-
quire time 10 adjust in conference
The fact that there is 20 be no river
and haTbOr bill. and no public buildings
bill this session Will cause the sundry
civil bill to be loaded up with river and
harbor amendments and public building
provision amendments IN the Senate
and these will delay the final disposition
Of these measures. After they have
been agreed 10. however, there is not
much prospect that the Senate viii re-
main in session to pass or even con-
slider the legislative measures referred
to, which will come over from the
House Accordingly, the best opinion
seems to be that tbs adjournment will
be taken some time between May Is
ard June /.
The Washington times., 1904-03-01

Machen to the Great God Graft: =
regret to report
The Washington times., 1904-03-01

The women of Congress at the Ebbitt
House viii be at home from to
o'clock this afternoon. for the last time
this season.
The Washington times., 1904-03-01

Senator Dryden will give a large re-
ception this evening in honor OF ttl
Secretary of War. Mr.. Taft
The Washington times., 1904-03-01

The Misses Bell will give a large In
formal dance at their home in Connect
cut Avenue tomorrow evening.
The Washington times., 1904-03-01

Mrs. Byron L. Clarke and Mrs. Frank
Il. Gilmore wiz be at home this after
aeon
The Washington times., 1904-03-01

Among other Neutrality-suspicious. who sail
c. on Saturday for Napels were Ms
Frank 3. Conger and Miss Conger.
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Total
Limitations.

Limitations of local interest other than
those already quoted are follows:
1.-The Secretary of the Treasury is hereby
authorized and directed to transfer from
the unexpended balance now to the credit
os the appropriation for materials and mis-
ceIlaneous expenses. bureau of engraving
ana printing 1884. $4,000, as follows: To
the appropriation for compensation of en-
pluyes bureau of engraving and printing,
1894 $4,000: and to the appropriation iof
plate printing. bureau of engraving ana
printing 1874 $50 600: and to use the sums
50 transferred as though they had been
originally appropriated for the purposes ~
said ,appropriations for compensation of
employees bureau OF engraving and print
ing 1904 and plate printing, bureau OF
erer wing and printing. 1901.
..That the accounting officers OF the treas
ury he and they hereby are. authorized
and directed to credit in the accounts OF
James Eyeleth United States agent. de-
ceased the sum of 81 40l.12 standing
against him on the books of the treasury.
THAT the accounting officers of the treas
ury be. and they are hereby. directed TO
credit in the accounts of Mai. j. B. Ale
shire. auar.erma ster. United States army,
the sur, of s47 standing against him on tie
books of the treasury.
Under the head of Interior Department.
the following appropriations are made:
Patent office. copies OF drawings. 5000;
patent Office, Official Gazette. $Se, 900, Gov
ernment Hospital for the Insane, $4,000:
geological survey, Sfl ooe. Indian afrairs.
$40 800; pensions, $1,000 .0oa.
of the amount appropriated for pensions
it is explained that si.b0oco0 Of the amount
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appointed February 26 last to the command
of the Russian Pacific fleet. He was one
OF the heroes of the fighting on the River
Danube during the Russo Turkish wa-
Makaroff and Skrydloff. who have since
many times been honored by their govern
ment. were at that time lieutenants in the
Russian navy and volunteered to make a
night attack on powerful Turkish iron
clad.
With a torpedo boat they succeeded in
blowing up the Turkish vessel and, it was
claimed at the time. thereby made the first
successful demonstration of the usefulness
of torpedo boats In naval warfare
Makaron originated the idea of construct
ing the famous ice-breaking steamer Err
max. which was built on the Tyne from
his designs.
Since his appointment to the command
OF the Russian Pacific fleet Makaroff had
shown himself to be a man of great cour-
age and energy. Early in March he per-
sonally went to the rescue of Russian
torpedo boat destroyer which was hard
pressed by the japanese and inspired the
naval forces under his command with a
great deal of enthusiasm He passed Eas-
ter on board guardship ar the entrance of
Port Arthur and every night personally SUI
pervfsed the precautionary measures adopt
eu to prevent the Russians from being sur
prised by the Japanese.
The last engagement. previous to the
fight OF today, in which Makaroff took part,
occurred March q. when he gallantly re-
Continued on Sixth Page)
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RECEIVED CORDIALLY.
Admiral Glass Squadron Treatsd With
Great Friendliness at fCallao.

United States Minister Dudley at Lima,
Peru, has made report to the State De-
partment regarding the recent visit to that
port of Rear Admiral Glass squadron. in
which he said:
'The efficiency of our navy In the pro-
motion of good International relates.s has
been very happily illustrated in Visit to
Peru. which ended today, of a portion of
the Pacific squadron under: Rear Admiral
Henry Glass He arrived at Callao ON the
9th instant, bringing with him-besfdes the
flagship New York--the Boston, the Ben
nington and the Concord. During their
fortnight's stay the admiral and Ills off,
GERS were treated with the highest distinc.
ton by all classes of Peruvians, and with
an added cordiality SO manifesfly genuine
as to leave no doubt in their minds of the
especial friendiness of Peru toward the
United states. Given the existence
of this excellent feeling the squadron came
IN very real sense, as the Peruvian for
elgn minister expressed 1t in Offering ban
quet in honor of the visitors to viyify the
friendship and sympathy felt In Peru for
the government and people Of the United
States F.
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Struck a Mine in the Outer Harbor Of
Port Arthur.
PRACTICALLY WHOLE OF CREW REPORTED
DROWNED-0NLY FOUR OFFICERS SAVED
A BATTLE PROGRESSING

days, hammering desperately on
the upturned hull.
Rejoice Over Grand Dukes Escape.
When the news of Grand Duke
Cyril's miraculous escape reached
his parents here a te deum service
was held at the Vladimir palace.
The correspondent of the Associ-
ated Press was informed there this
afternoon that Grand Duke Boris
was going to accompany his broth
er to Mukden. According to the
advlces received there Grand Duke
Cyril's injuries are slight.
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Thanks From Norway-sweden.

Through the Swedish legation here the
State Department has received officially
the thanks of the government of Sweden
and Norway for the protection accorded
vessels of that nationality by United States
warships in Dominican waters during the
revolutionary disturbances that have taken
place there lately
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Movements of Naval Vessels.

The cruiser Prairie has been transferred
from the Caribbean squadron to the Allan
tic training squadron. The gunbodt NaTh-
Vile and the torpedo boat Lawrence have
arrived at St. Joseph, on their way to 81.
Louis.
The New Orleans left Cavite yesterdi ~
for Shanghai and the Ell Cano left Shanghai
for Hankew.
The Eagle has arrived at Havana.
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LOSS MAY REACH 500.
Vice Admiral Makaroff Reported
Drowned-Successor Surmised.

ST. PETERSBURG, April 13.-6:22 PM
1t is now believed that the mine which
sank the Petropavlovsk had drifted out of
It's original position.
The latest estimate of the number of men
who lost their lives Is 500
The definite announcement that Vice Ad-
miral Makaroff was drowned has cast
gloom over the entire city. 1t is generally
believed that he will be succeeded by Rear
Admiral Rojestvensky, who was slated to
command the Baltic squadron, and that
Vice Admiral Skrydloff, commander of the
Black sea fleet, will be placed in command
of the Baltic squadron
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ST. PETERSBURG, April 49,
4:3o p.m.-While going out to meel l,
,hs Iananese fleet off Port Arthur
the Petropavlovsk struck a mine IN
the outer roadstead, heeled over
turned turtle and sank. Pracucalis
the whole of her crew were ioS.'
Only four OF her officers were saved
among them being the Grand Duke
Cvr;l. The Petropavlovsk was ny
ing the flag OF Vice Admiral Maka-
rolf. ,
The result of the naval Dattle'
which according to the most reliaDie
authority. was in progress accord
;ne to the last reports, has not oeen
received.
Saved by Miracle.
Another account says twenty men
escaped from the disaster to 'he 1 &
tropavlovsk.
Grand Duke Cyril was only saved
from death by miracle. Ills
brother. Grand Duke Boris, witness
ed the catastrophe through marine
glass.
Estimated Loss Over 600.
It is estimated that from 600 to
700 men perished when the Petro-
pavlovsk sank.
A naval battle is progressing OFT
Port Arthur, the result OF winch IS
vet unknown. The Japanese fleet,
including torpedo boats and torpedo
boat destroyers, totals forty. Wee
Admiral Makaroff ordered his whole
squadron out of the harbor to meet
the attack.
Struck Mine.
According to the Associated
Press informant, while preparing to
draw up his line OF battle in the outer
roadstead the Petropavlovsk struck
a mine on her starboard side amid
ships and Immediately began to heel
Before the crew could food the port
compartments OF the vessel in order
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CONGRESS MUST. ACT.
No Way Of Keeping Out Diseased Ma.
tives From the Philippines.

The commissioner general OF immigra-
ton has met with the probIeps OF how to
keep out diseased natives OF the Philippine
Islands and Porto Rico, and wfll ask Con-
gress to solve it. There were landed at
Tacoma, WASH, recently go Fiiipinos who
were brought to the United states under
contract to take part In the Philippine Is
lands exhibit at the ST Louis exposition
Thirty whine of the number were afflicted
with trachoma. disease Of the aye. I'm
der ruling by the Attorney General ma
tives of the Phfiippine Islands and Porto
Rico are not aliens within the meaning OF
the immigration act. and they had to be
admitted.