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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
SEWERS AN ARTERY.
Member of Marine Corps Says He At
tempted Suicide.

tempted Suicide.
Il tried it last night. but failed" was the
statement of William NJ. White, a marine.
when awakened this morning at the marine
barracks.
Tried what?" he was asked
To kill myself" was his response.
fHhe young man had cut an artery in his
wrist some time during the night and was
so weak from loss of blood that he was I'M
able to walk. He had to be assisted to the
ambulance and was removed to the naval
hospital, where the surgeons found that
his condition was serious, but thought he
would recover.
White, who is twenty-four years old, en-
listed in the marine corps at Baltimore a
snort time ago and came to this city two
weeks ago. Last night he returned to the
barracks and retired shortly before 10
O'Clock. After cutting his wrist he ban
daged 1t with a towel. 1t was thought by
the officers at the barracks that White
changed his mind about wanting to die
after he had inflicted the wound and that
he used the towel for the purpose of stop
ping the flow of blood. He denied that such
was the reason, saying he used it for the
purpose of keeping the blood from getting
on the floor. 1t was the use of the towel
that saved his life, however. If it was not
his purpose in using it. The wounded man
would give no explanation of his deed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
TOOK sTRYCHNINE.
But Not Enough to Garry Out His
Desire,

Louis Clipper. thtrty-tfree years old, en-
ployed as solicitor for a newspaper. told
tho surgeons at the Emergency Hospital
last night that his domestic life was not
as happy as 1t might have been and he had
attempted to end his part of 1t by taking
dose of strychnine. The dose was not
enough to end his life. although he was in
serious condition when he reached the
hospital IN charge of DR.. Peterson. The
physicians succeeded in relieving him of the
poison in a short time and he was able to
leave the hospital. Clipper was at his home.
46l g street northwest at the time he took
the poison. His son. Howard Clipper,
seven years old, found him lying on the
floor suffering intense pain, and told his
mother OF the occurrence. The latter sum-
moned DR.. Kemp and had him do what he
could for her husband until the arrival of
the ambulance. Clipper and his wife, it is
stated, had some unpleasant words last
night. but the wife had no idea that her
husband would resort to the use Of poison
and was very much surprised when she
learned what he had done.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Brought Here for Interment.

The body of DR.. William P. Tonry, who
died in Baltimore last Tuesday. was
brought to this city Thursday afternoon
and inferred in the family lot in Mount
Olivet cemetery. The funeral services were
held at the residence of his daughter, Miss
Clara Surratt Tonry. 2206 York street.
Baltimore. yesterday morning. requiem
mass being afterward celebrated at ST.
AIMS Catholic Church
The pallbearers were r. Thorn, c. Dono-
hue, A. Donohue and c.. Brook, all of
Washington, and H. Casey Of Baltimore
Besides being well known as a chemist
throughout the country, DR.. Tonry was a
prominent Maryland democrat. At his
funeral the fourth ward democrats pre-
sented beautiful floral cross to his mem
DRY. DR.. Tonrys wife and mother in law
are also buried in Mount Olivet.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Residences to Be Bui1t

Four semi-detached houses are to be built
on the south side of Grant street between
18th and 18th streets, Ingleside. Each
house Will have side yard. with ample
facilities for light and air, thus making it
possible to arrange the interior plan on a
more liberal scale than Is possible in the
average city house. The houses are to be
built by the following. who will occupy
them as homes: John G.. Hodges, VIM. ].
Hutchinson. Edwin s. NARROW and Lindley
E. Sinclair.
The work on the streets In this subdivi-
sion, which have the macadam pavement
instead of asphalt which is ordinarily used
in city streets. Is going on, and at present
the pavement on Joliet street is being COM
pleted as far as 18th street, and also on
Grant street to 10Th street. During the
coming winter it Is proposed to continue the
pavement on Grant street along 18th stree,
to Lowell street, which will make a new and
better outlet TO- those who drive through
Rock Creek Park and who use this route in
passing to and fro.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
BUTCHERS CELEBRATION.
Fiftieth Anniversary Of Organization
the Occasion

The fiftieth anniversary of the organiza-
ton of the Washington Butchers Bene-
fetal Association will be celebrated the Path
instant at the National Rifles Armory,
on 6 street between 9th and 10th streets
northwest. The celebration will take the
form of a banquet and ball, and butchers
from neighboring cities will be invited. as
well as their friends here. This was de-
cided upon at the regular monthly meeting
of the association, held Thursday evening
at Bessler's Hall. 922 Pennsylvania avenue
northwest.
The following officers for the ass ociation
Tor the ensuing year were elected last
evening: President. Christopher Ram
ling; vice president, John d. Dietz; secre-
tary, Fritz Hess; treasurer, George j. Bess-
ler. The financiers for the organization
are Carl Mueller. Edward Hammer, Anton
Auth and Frank Weigand.
The committee for the banquet is COM
posed of Charles Graf, chairman; Fritz
Hess. Joseph GER, George ]. Bessler and
Carl Mueller.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Corps Entertains Post.

The ladies of Geo. H. Thomas, W. r. c..
entertained Geo. Fl. Thomas Post last even
ing, it being the occasion Of the latter's
annual inspection. There were present De-
partment Commander A. P. Tasker and
staff of the G. A. R.. with members of the
post to the number Of about fifty.
A collation. was served on fower-dacked
tables Music was rendered by members
of the Marine Band, closing with the Star
Spangled Banner Cheers for the flag were
given with enthusiasm, followed by cheers
Tor the Marine Band, and at the call of
Post Commander House, cheers were also
given the ladies'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
CITY AND DISTRICT.

James Thomas, colored, twenty years old
who gave his address as AIS 22d street
northwest, was arrested last night by De-
fectlVes Hartigan and Baur and locked nm
on suspicion that he had stolen property
In his possession He had a pair of silver
mounted military hair brushes four silver
spoons and some old coins in his possession
when placed under arrest The property is
held at police headquarters for identifca-
ton.
James o. Hudson. forty-two years old
who says he came here from PhiladeIphia
few months ago to work as a canyasser
for the Gold Bond Company, was arrested
last night by Detectives Parham and
o Brien and held to answer a charge of
having attempted TO pass worthless check
FOR 80 Hudson told the detectives that he
ran short of cash when he was out with a
friend drinking and that 1t was his inten-
ton to make the check good this morning
had he succeeded IN getting the money. He
Is held for hearing In the Police Court
Monday.
Burglars entered the railroad station at
Benning last night and stole about 81 In
change that had been left in the cash
drawer. Express packages In the station
Were rifled. but no valuables were found.
Complaint OF the burglary was made to the
police and an investigation is being made
'"The Elk Head kind is a wlnner.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Not Applicable to Steam Railways.

1.-THE speed law of the District does not
apply to steam engines running on their
own tracks outside the city limits
While not officially made. this is the an
swer of the authorities to the citizens of
Brookland who. IT is understood. are COM
planning about the rate at which trains
cross streets and roads at grade in their
vicinity.
AS to engineers blowing sharp blasts on
their steam whistles more than may be alb
solutely necessary, which was also sub
ject Of discussion at last nights meeting
of the Brookland Citizens Association It
was stated at the District building today
that redress might be secured. Formal notf-
flcation of the action of the Citizens Asso-
citation in this respect has not yet reached
the Commissioners. and until 1t does no ac-
ton will be taken.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Ransacked Houses.

The police are looking for young white
man who is suspected of having ransacked
three houses yesterday. In two of the
houses the intruder found nothing that
suited him, but In the third house he found
diamond ring gold watch. mandolin and
articles of clothing that he carried off. The
house that he robbed, No. IS Massachu-
sets avenue northwest. is the home of VIII
liam McCubbin. The other houses that he
visited are those of Mrs. Amelia A Colker-
son and Bushrod c. Hay, 40 and AZ 3 street
northwest. In both houses the intruder
ransacked trunks and closets, but took
nothing from them.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Recommends Acceptance of Bid.

Acting on requisition forwarded a few
days ago by L. F. Zinkhan. superintendent
of the Washington Asylum, M. c. Har-
grove, acting property clerk of the District.
has recommended to the Commissioners
that the bid of the Troy Laundry Company
of Troy. N. Y, for installing the new laun-
dry plant at the Washington Asylum. be
accepted. The latter company offered to do
the work for s262862, which was the lowest
bid received. Other competitors for the
contract, with their estimates. were: H. I.
Gregory, Washington. D. c.. S2,7S5; A T.
Hagen Company. Rochester, N. Y, $3,O81:
Wilson Laundry Machinery Company, Co.
lumbia, Pa, So sos.
Before recommending that the proposal of
the Troy company be accepted Superinten-
dent Zinkhan visited and inspected the
plants of several of the local laundr!es.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
EXCURSIONS TOMORROW.

Norfolk and Washington steamers for
Fort Monroe. Norfolk and all points south
every day In the year at $3.50 pm.
Electric trains from 18TH and Pennsyl-
yania avenue for Mount Vernon hourly, 10
am. to g PM arlington and Alexandra
A,ery twenty minutes.
Cars from station Aqueduct bridge for
Arlington, Fort Myer and Falls Church half
hourly.
Steamer Charles Manchester for a forty
mile trip down the Potomac, leaves 'th
street wharf at 2:3o pm.
Special daylight trip to Norfolk and Old
Point leaves Tth street wharf at am
Steamer Louise for Great Falls leaves 32d
and Canal at $50 am.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Fined Forty Dollars.

William R. Garner, the conductor of the
street car struck by a train at 7th street
and Maryland avenue southwest, and Owen
A. McArdle, the gateman at that crossing,
were defendants In the Police Court yester-
day on separate charges for neglect of duty.
There was not sufficient evidence to show
that the conductor did not go forward and
see that the tracks were clear and the case
against him was dismissed. But the gate
man, was found guilty, and the highest
penalty-$40 f1ne-was imposed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Bank Clerks, Meeting

There was new departure in the pro-
gram OF the local branch Of the American
Institute of Bank Clerks at their headauar-
tiers. LIZA F street. last night. The clerks
added to their usual meeting musical pro-
gram, In which several of the members and
their friends participated. The music was
unusually good. The rendering Of the
"Nymphs and Fawns" Beupbers) by Miss
Edlth StoWell, was especially applauded,
and the talented young soprano was forced
again and again to repeat her solo, Mr..
Ihomas L. Jones, tenor, and Mr.. holland
erous appreciation at the hands of those
present. The rooms of the chapter were
tastefully decorated for ..e occasion with
palms and flowers, presenting very pretty
scene.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Contractor Sued.

Proceedings at law to recover damages in
the sum of $4,000 have been instituted in the
Supreme Court of the District of Columbia
by Alice ID. Barnes. in her capacity as adj
ministratrix of the estate of Charles w.
Chapman, deceased, against Andrew Glea-
son. While the deceased was In the employ
OF the defendant July last, II is alleged he
was struck by the arm of q derrick and his
death resulted. 1t is sought to hold the de-
PENDANT responsible in damages. Attorneys
L. ]. Mather and w. G. Gardiner represent
the plaintiff
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Jockey Club Mortgage.

A mortgage has been recorded by the
Washington Jockey Club on its property
specified as lots 10 to 10. Fife and Fife en-
larged and the Brightwell tracts. to secure
the payment of sos s5O.s1 to August Bel
mont September go 1908. with interest at
the rate Of 6 per cent per annum. payable
semt-annualiy. The payment of the debt
and interest is guaranteed by the Westches-
ter Racing Association. the lesser of the
property. The 10 per cent dividend on the
stock Of the Washington Jockey Club which
has formerly been paid by the Westchester
Racing Association. is to be continued.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Ohio Republican Association.

The Ohio Republican Association is 60
ing to make strenuous effort this year to
prevent the state falling into the demo-
cratic column. At meeting held in Loyal
Legion Hall last night 1t was announced
that the association had secured special
rates from the railroad for Ohio voters.
Two new members were admitted to the
association last night, the mention of whose
names evoked loud applause. They were
Francis B. Loomis, ex-assistant secretary
of state, and Elmer Dover secretary of the
republican national committee
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Funeral of Chas. Thierbacb. Jr

Funeral services were held yesterday aft
ernoon at 3 o'clock over the remains of
Charles Thierbach. ir., who died several
days ago at his residence, 1916 Duncan
street northeast Many Of his friends at
tended the funeral and a band of fifty
pieces, detailed by the American Fedora
ton of Musicians under the direction of
Prof. w. A. Haley, accompanied the body
to the cemetery. The paIibearers were w.
F. Ruckert. L. r. Boyd. Chris. Arth jr., r,
c. Goss, Charles E. Schroeder and E. j.
Hoffman, all being his former musical as
sociates
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Lost Shoes While Asleep.

While he was asleep in the yard in the
rear of the house at I'd and M streets south
west Benjamin Bushrod had his shoes
pulled from his feet and carried away
When he awoke, with cold feet. he re-
ported the matter to the police and Police
man Jackson was sent out to locate the
thief He soon arrested Harry Coleman,
through the woman to whom he had sold
the shoes.
Coleman was taken to the Police Court
today to answer the charge of larceny, but
as the witnesses were not present the case
was continued until Monday.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
When You Order FusselPs Ice Cream
You get the best that's made 1877 N Y. av

An exciting runaway accident occurred On
Florida avenue yesterday, William Reynolds
receiving severe injuries and his wagon be-
Ing demolished. Mr.. Reynolds, who lives at
73S 9th street southeast was driving along
Florida avenue when his horse became
frightened and he was unable to manage
the animal. The vehicle was demolished by
coming in contact whit railroad bridge
near I'd street northeast. and it was there
that Mr.. Reynolds was thrown out and in
jured. He was taken to the Casualty Hos
pital, where his injuries were dressed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Suit for Alleged Trespass

whitney B. Davie. Ethel Davie, by her
next friend, Whitney B. Davie; Frank w
Davie, Thomas Percy Davie and William T.
Walker, jr., today. through Attorney John
Ridout, filed suit at law against T. Gushing
Daniel to recover 81 600 for an alleged tres
pass on lots /, 2, and 4, block 1. Fairview
Heights
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Want an Official Organ.

Officials Of the National Corps of the
Army and Navy Union are arranging to
establish an official organ of the organiza-
tion in this city. Mr.. Patrick Garrehey of
New York. newspaper man, is in cor
respondence with National Commander ].
Edwin Browne, with that end in view Mr.
Garrehey Is commander of Garrison No. 7.
New York. He will have associated with
him In this venture Mr.. William A. Hickey
OF this city. Every garrison of the or
ganizatfon will support the paper when is
sued.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
THE STAR BY MAIL.

Those leaving the city should have
The Star sent to them by mail in or
der that they may keep informed
about Washington affairs. In most
instances The Star will be at the
breakfast table the next day and give
all OF the news from Washington OF
the day before. The address, may be
changed as frequently as desired. The
price of The Star by mail daily and
Sunday is 90 cents per month.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07

Funeral services will be held Monday
morning over the remains of Mrs Annie
Rothrock. widow of Charles NJ. Rothrock.
The exercises Will be at the residence of
her son-in-law. c. A. Carlson. 1892 Mary
land avenue northeast. A solemn high mass
will be said later at the Church of the
Holy Name. Interment will be made In
Mt. Oliyet cemetery
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Best Lamp Oil, 8 Gal, 75c.
Prompt delivery. MuddIman. Il & G.

A yard engine belonging to the Pennsyl-
vania Railroad Company struck a street car
on the crossing at Maryland aveneu and
18th street southwest last night shortly
after o'clock. The force of the contact
was not great enough TO overturn the street
car and nobody was injured The street car
was slightly damaged 1t has been but a
few days since similar accident occurred
on the crossing at It'll street and Maryland
avenue and two passengers injured.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Entertainment of the Blind.

Readings and music In the reading room
for the blind, Library Of Congress, have
been arranged as follows: Tuesday, Octo-
Der 10. Miss c. NJ Keith. reading; Thurs
day, October II. Mr.. Gerald Tyler. vocalist
and Mr.. Clarence White, violinist: Satur-
day, October ia, DR.. L. r. Klemm. reading.
The door will be closed promptly at 2:30
pm. and will only be opened between num-
bers on the program.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Cancer for Twenty Years.

Practically in that time no DEVELOPMENTS
have been made for its cure, excepting the
knife, which has been abandoned by the
more thoughtful physicians. book upon
its treatment and cure has been published
by Benz. F. Bye, NJ. D., of Indianap polls,
which promises TO be the beginning of the
end of cancer. and is mailed free to physi-
clans and those who are affilcted.-Adyt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
McKendree brotherhood ofsicerg.

At meeting of the McKendre Brother
hood Club. held recently, the following Of
ficers for the ensuing year were elected
President, S. t. Covert; Vice pres
ident, l. Bowbeer, jr.; warden j. s. New
shaw; secretary, Charles A. Milstead; chap
lain. Rev. e. l.. Hubbard; treasurer, j. ".
Craig; master of finance. Gardner +. john
son; guide Harry Caldwell and sentinel.
Dayton Miller.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Given Heavy Fine.

John Turner and Samuel Johnson, both
colored, were defendants in the Police Court
this morning on a charge of the larceny Of
a scarf pin from ]. ]. OConnor. Judge
Kfmball did not hold Johnson for the crime
but he made the sentence in the case Of
Turner $50 fine or 100 days In Jail.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Last Niagara Falls Excursion

via Pennsylvania railroad. October 10 spe-
cial train of vestibule coaches and Pullman
uarIor cars will leave Washington 1856 a.
m. This is the last Of these popular excur-
sions for the present season. Tickets, 1000,
good for ten days Address b. M. New
bold. P. A. S. E. d.. 10Th and G sts., for
descriptive pamphiet.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07

$1,000 Wilcox & Gibbs Automatic,
$1,000; 5000 New Home, drop head, latest
$500; Automatic Singer Machine. $500
VIM. Stiebeling, 1851 Pa. ave. NV. House
hold and Standard Sewing Machines.
oc6-2ts
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07

An alarm Of fire was turned in from box
BIT last night about 10 o'clock because of a
blaze in a room on the third floor at the
house of Mrs. Rosie Kelly, 033 25th street
northwest. The blaze was the result of the
explosion of an Oil lamp. and was extin-
guished after about S25 damage had been
caused.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07

No. II engine company responded to q
local alarm of fire last night about II
o'clock and found a slight blaze in the house
of John Heating, 1926 14th street northwest
The blaze was caused by heating lard and
turpentine on gas stove. No damage re-
suited.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Young Lady Artist Desires Work

in illustrating books, magazines and papers,
and In designs for book covers, posters and
picture advertisements. VIII call, show
samples of work and take orders at very
reasonable rates. Address Box 80. Star office.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
OF Unsound Mind.

After hearing yesterday Justice Gould
presiding, the following were adjudged by
jury to be of unsound mind: william A.
Dutton, Sarah A. Watts. Emma Barr,
Louis III. Keefer, Jessie M. Whalion, Travis
NJ. Culbertson and Mary Sayles.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Capitol Hill Branch Star Office.

If you do not feel like coming down town
leave you advertisement for The Star at
Haley's Drug Store, 18th and East Capitol
SITS, and Il will be sent to Inc Star for you
without additional charge. The best help Is
obtained through The Star at 1 cent per
word each insertion.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
LOCAL MENTION.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

Academy-"Queen of the Highbinders,"
e.15 pm.
chase's-Polite vaudeville, SIS pm.
Columbia-"The Dragon Fly" s:15 p. m.
Kernan's-"The Empire Burlesquers," $40
pm.
Lafayette-"The Serio-comic Governess."
BIS pm.
Natlonal-Joe Weber All-Star Company,
S:15 pm.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
Attend Frederick Fair, Oct. II to 20

Tickets sold for all Baltimore & Ohio r. r.
trains October II to 20, at rate 81 90 for the
round trip, including admission. Special
train leaves Washington am. on Wednes-
day and Thursday, 18th and 10Th, stopping
at intermediate stations; returning at $50
pm. same dates.-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
1.-TWO Chances Instead of One -

Having two thoroughly equipped offices.
so4-so6-S0S F st. NV. and 1912 New York
ave NV, the seller and buyer double their
chances of selling and buying through our
agency. Stone & Fairfax. 1912 New York
ave- and S04-SO6-SOS F st,-Adyt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
You'll Admire compo-Board

as an interior finish for walls ceiling and
cornice. clean, damp-proof substitute for
plaster. Thos. w. Smith, LIST and Ind. ave. 1t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
You Can Save Fully 80 Per Cent

on Springs, Mattresses or other Bedding by
buying here. because we are manufacturers
and sell retail at actual factory prices.
Stumph & Lyford, 631 to $50 Mass. ave.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07

Money to lend at 4. and go on real es-
tate. Frank 7. Rawlings Co., 1905 Pa. ave-
advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-10-07
$3.50 to Luray and Return, Including

admission to caves, Sunday, October 9Th
Special train from Baltimore and Ohio r. r.
station, sos am. Extraordinary opportun+
ity to visit these famous caves at small
cost.-Advt.