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Farragut Corps Plans.

Farragut Corps, w. r. c.. at its last reg
ular meeting received visit from the de-
partment president, Mrs. Ida J. Hart, and
the members of her staff. Following the
business part of the meeting remarks were
made by Mrs. Hart, Mrs. Ida Oldroyd,
national junior vice president, and other
members of Mrs. Harris staff. Refresh
ments were served and a social hour fol-
lowed Farragut Corps is arranging to as
sist Farragut Post at Congressional ceme-
terry Memorial day. The corps also has
appropriate ceremonies for the sailor dead
at Congressional on that day.
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Eastern Branch Gun Club.

The Eastern Branch Gun Club had it's
weekly shoot on the grounds of the club, in
the southeastern section of the city, Tues
day afternoon, and nearly every member Of
the club was present and took part in the
match The scores, 1t is stated showed a
gradual Improvement in the gun work of
the club. several of the shooters making
high scores
The members of the Eastern Branch Club
are taking much interest in club affairs, but
though a young organization the club Is q
most prosperous one.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-05-18
Contract Awarded.

The Commissioners have decided to
award the contract for grading Clifton
street to Matthew Myers. Bids for this work
were opened recently, and it was found
that Myers and G. B. Mullin another con-
tractor had bid the same-4S cents per
cubic yard. Both men were at the District
building yesterday afternoon and tossed a
coin to see which would get the contract
Myers filiped the coin Mullin called
"heads." 1t came down tails" and Myers
got the contract
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-05-18
ADVENTISTS' MEETING
SECOND WEEK OF CoNFERENcE
AT TAK0MA PARK. \

The second week of the general confert
ence of the Seventh Day Adventists. noW
in session at Takoma Park, opened with a
slightly increased attendance this morn
ing, a number of delegates from foreign
lands having arrived within the past few
days.
The usual morning service was held at
$50 o'clock, and at o'clock meetings were
held of the various department committees.
The general conference resumed its ses-
sion at $780, with the large tent well filed
with delegates. The feature of the session
was the presentation of the report of Elder
George 1. Butler, president of the Southern
Union conference. At the conclusion of his
report the ministerial institute occupied
the remaining hours of the morning session,
when an adjournment was taken until
o'clock this afternoon.
At the conclusion of the discussion of the
reports submitted by the religious liberty
bureau, the report of Mrs. Flora L. Bland,
corresponding secretary of the Sabbath
school department, was presented.
At the session of the ministerial institute
the meeting was led by Elder NJ C. Wilcox
of California, assisted by Elder o. A. Olsen
and other speakers.
Sabbath School Department.
The report of Elder G. B. Thompson,
chairman of the Sabbath school depart
ment, was also submitted and was some
what similar in character to the report OF
Mrs Bland. In speaking of the young
peoples work.. Elder Thompson said that
within the past few years the work of or
ganizng the young people into missionary
societies had been carried forward and had
met with very gratifying success.
After an address by Mrs. E. G. White on
"'Pra ctical Goodness" and Temperance"
the general conference resumed its session
at o'clock yesterday afternoon. at which
time the resolutions presented by the COM
mittee on resolutions were adopted, as was
also one pertaining to the circulation OF the
organ known as the Sabbath School
Worker, and another increasing the Sab
bath school donations and conserving them
as far as possible to be used for foreign
mission work.
The report from the Northern Union con-
ference was presented by Elder r. A. I'm
derwood the president of the conference.
He gave brief summary of the states in
cluded in the northern union and of which
it was composed.
At the night session the report OF Mis-
sionary ]. N. Anderson, from CHINA, was
presented to the conference.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-05-18
The Finest Mahogany Furniture.

The Gordon sale at Sloan's. 14O7 G. st. Chv
catalogue, tomorrow at II a m and 3 pm
embraces the finest mahogany furniture
ohtainable. and 1t is going at a great sac
rlhce Also valuable books. oriental rugs
and carpets. plate. etc. a rare opportunity
Tor bargain hunters. Tomorrow is the last
Cay.-Advt
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Wants Trustee waggaman Removed

The Supreme Court OF the District ~
Columbia was petitioned yesterday aftepi
noon by Mary J. Watson to remove Thomse
E. WaGgaman as trustee under deed %
trust, the property affected being lot Al
square i2e. The petitioner, who is repres
scented by Attorney Tracy l.. Jeffords, sug-
gests that John ]. Edison be appointed
trustee In place Of Mr.. waggaman.
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v. Baldwin Johnson's Coal, 612 9th st.
NV. Advantageous propositions to patrons.
Advertisement
Burnside Post Anniversary

Burnside Post, No S. C. A. r.. has ar
ranged to celebrate its twenIy-third ami
versary with planked shad dinner at
Marshall Hall, Saturday, May 20, 1905. The
committee of arrangements, composed of
the officers of the post, have made up a
good program and an enjoyable time is
anticipated.
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The Commissioners have accepted the
resignation of Private Frank Leer of the
fire department; have promoted Waterman
Upton c Rollins to be private and have
appointed John w. Tiffany to be watch
man.
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Trip Over MT. Vernon Railway.

Mr. C. p King, with his mother and
father and a party from Philadelphia, went
yesterday for a trip over the Washington,
Alexandria and Mount Vernon railway, of
which Mr.. King is president. The trip was
made in one of the new motor cars of the
road The party returned to this city last
evening
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Russia Fails to Get Ships.

1t is said that Russia failed to complete
negotiations for the purchase of the Argen-
tine warships. Nat. Cap. Brewing Co never
fails to meet the demand for perfect dark
beer Brewed of finest materials, including
pure artesian well water Keptin filtered air.
doZ., s1.25. Write, or phone DID. 1t
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South Washington Branch Office.

The Star has a branch office at Sullivan's
new pharmacy. corner 7th and d streets
southwest where advertisements are re-
ceived at regular rates and sent direct to
The Star office.
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A young colored man named Lewis Tay-
Tor was accidentally struck on the back
with a pick while working near Sd street
and Virginia avenue southwest yesterday.
He taken to the Emergency Hospital,
where his injury was dressed.
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r E S T O RED HIS HAIR
Scalp Humor Speedily Cured by
Cuticura Soap and Ointment
AFTER ALL ELSE FAILED

81 troubled with a severe scalp humor and
loss of hair that rive great deal of annoy
aDce and inconvenience. After unsuccessful ef-
forts with many remedies and so-caled hair tonics,
a friend induced me to try Cuticura Soap and
Ointment The humor cured In a short time,
my hair was restored healthy ever, and
can gladly say ] have since been entirely free
from any further annoyance shall always use
Cuticura Soap, and keep the Ointment on hand
to as a dressing for the hair and scalp (Sign-
edl Fredk Busche. 2I3 e. 57th St. New York.,
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To Enioy in Warm Weather.

there's nothing superior to odd Glory Beer.
its fine flavor, creamy body and purity marx
IL as a dark beer of highest quality. For
case phone Abner-Drury Brewing co.
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High-Arm Drop-Head Machine,
11.5O, at Oppenheimers. 514 9th St, NV
1t
st. Louis Touring Car at Auction

at IL noon Saturday. in front of our sales
rooms. 1927 and 1929 G St, Car. 10Th. D.. in
good running order. On view between IL
and II am. day of sale. Wilson & May
ers, Austoneers. my1S2t
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Russell II. ConwelJ.

In one of his popular lectures. The Silver
Crown" at Lafayette Opera House, We'd
nesday evening. May "a. Reserved seats.
soc. Toe and 500, at Smiths ticket
agency. in Sanders & Stayman's music
store 1877 f.
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Silver, Family Plate and Heirlooms

given special attention in the Silver Storage
Vaults of Union Trust Co. 1414 f St Wag-
ons call upon request Carriage free.-Advt.
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WIN of chauncev Hickox

By the terms of the will of Chauncey
Hickox, dated October 10, 1884, and filed to-.
day for probate, his wife, Lucy Bryant
Hickox, Is named executrix.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-05-18
Baltimore and Return, $1.25,

Via Pennsylvania railroad, every Saturday
and Sunday, all trains except Congressional
Limited .-Advt. ...,.; ~ 81, .
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The Very Attractive Terms

on which Standard Rotary Shuttle Sewing
Machines are sold enable every woman to
secure the worlds best machine. Jos. H.
Fiske, Mgr, COZ 9th NV. & 2o5 Pa ave. Sc t
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$500 Cumberland and Return; 81 90

Harper's Ferry and Martinsburg and return.
Leave Baltimore and Ohio r. r. station sos
m Sunday, May II. Beautiful scenery en-
route.-Adyt.
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S1.25 To Baltimore and Return. S1.25

Pennsylvania railroad Saturday and Sun
day, tickets good on all trains except Con-
gressional Limited. and good for return I'M
Il, Sunday night.-Advt.
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The Gordon Sale at sloan's 14o7 St

The best of this valuable collection of
furniture, rugs, books, etc, will be closed
out tomorrow, beginning at II am with
401 and at pm, with sol. All at absolute
public auction. Tomorrow is positively the
last day. Soan's, 1907 G st.-Advt
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A Housewife is Judged

not only by what she makes but by what
she buys The discriminating insist on hav-
ing Jno. G. Meinberg's Bread because of its
quality. At grocers'. Bakery, ZIG 18th Sc 1t
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Carnation Special at Blackistone's.

An exquisite bunch of % Carnations. as
sorted colors, only SOC. Store, 18th and H.
Advertisement
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-05-18
Red Star Prescription

not only instantly relieves but permanent
~ cures indigestion and dyspepsia. Send for
free sample. Fidelity Medicine Co, box 30
Wash, H. c.
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Any Me- >hinery for Sale?

II you have piece of machinery of any
KIND you can 81! 1t through the machinery
column OF The STAR
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LOCAL MENTION.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

Academy-"Wedded, But No Wife, S:15
ON.
Chase s-Polite vaudeville. SIS pm.
Columbia-"The Case of Rebellious Su-
SAN" S:l5 pm.
Kernans-Fred Irwin's Burlesquers, $40
pm.
Lafayette-The Fays, S:15 pm.
National Miss Ellis Jenreys in London
Assurance" S;15 pm.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-05-18
For Feeble Children

Horsford's Acid Phosphate
A pleasant-tasting effective tonic for sick
ly, fetty children with weak Digestion
Advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-05-18
More Homes Enjoy "Royal Pilsen"

every day Order a case if you appreciate a
strictly high-class light beer. Drop postal,
or phone w. 1876 Abner-Drury Brewing Co.
advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-05-18

Four Car Loads Choice Potatoes, 43c.
bu. at ]. 7. D. Pyles stores, including 94S
Louisiana ave. my16-4t
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Exhibition of Antique Furniture.

We have the largest and finest collection
of Antique Mahogany Furniture, Sheffield
Plate Brasses, &c, in this city, and are
selling at and below auction prices Our
profit is small commission. Brown & Toll
son, Aucts., 1409 H st. my17-2t
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We Lead. Others Follow.

Automobiles accessories, wholesale and
retail. Nat. Electrical Sup. Co, 1880 n. Y.
ave my1S-2t
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35c. Buys the Finest 6Oc. Candies
now at GEO. b. SHEETZ'S, 10th and f SITS
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-05-18
A Flask of "old Braddock" Md. Rye

is one of the important things to include in
your travelling outfit. The most wholesome
of stimulants. Best dealers sell ''Braddock.'
Advertisement.
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Money to lend at 4. 5 and 6To on real es-
tate. Frank 7. Rawlings CO.. 1905 Pa. ave-
Advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-05-18

Gatchel Swagger Tailored Serge
Suits to. order. Fit or no pay. 1903 f 81
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Boston and Providence
nv Sea

Boston and Providence
BY Sea
Merchants and Miners Transportation
Company have steamer from Baltimore
and Norfolk daily q pm. Send for Tour
Book Tickets sale Il. & O.. Penn. r. X.
and Norfolk and Washington steamer Of
fees. W. Z. Turner, G. +. A., Baltimore, Md.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-05-18
Byron S. Adams Patent Process

Typewriter Letters are exact reproductions
of hand work See samples. 80 18th NV
Advertisement
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-05-18

Three-B Burner Gas Stove, Brass Valves,
$50. A. Eberly's Sons. rs 1th NV.
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CITY ITEMS.
Curtains and Blankets Cleaned

in the most satisfactory manner possible, at
lowest consistent prices. Stored and cared
for during summer without extra charge If
desired. Anton Fischer S, 9O6 G st.'Phone 144C
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-05-18

Gatche's Fadeless Serge Suits
o order, $40. Fit or no pay. 1905 F St 1,
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Beef. Wine and Iron, Csc. Bot;

Best Malt Extract, bottles for Csc Deliv-
cred anywhere in Washington. Atkinson's
Pharmacy, 18th and G SITS. Phone NJ. 1920
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Jersey Ribbed Corset Covers, High

neck long or short sleeves; for wear with
shiri waists cool mornings and evenings.
soc each. Woodward & Lothrop.
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Elk Grove Butter-notably pure and sweet
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-05-18

Exchange That Ancient Machine of
| thine for Wheeler & Wilson. No. 8.
| mylS-tf
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To Prevent Sunburn-

Buy one of Kroeger's $3.50 Union Silk Sun
shades. black or coIors. Kroeger's Umbrella
Store, 6lS 9th. my12-fr, Su. tn, th-St
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-05-18

Colonial Beach Cottage for Rent
and Lots for sale. Gould's, 421 9th.
my1S-11ts
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Buv the Reliable Wheeler & Wilson.

Swift, light and quiet-Always ready
for any class of WORKER 9th NV
my1S-tf
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c. w. Johnson, Jr., 1913 Sd st. N. w.
Roof painting and repairing.
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Guides Splendid Flowers
Chapter Holds Election

never fail to win unqualified approval Every
order is satisfactorily filed. 1914 F-Advt
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Small Orders for Lumber Promptly
filled and delivered. Lowest prices always.
Eisinger Bros. 2109 18th st. Phone N III
my11-deSu-3
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Elk Grove Butter-the standard in purity
Lawrence democrat. (Lawrenceburg, Tenn.) 1884-1925, 1905-11-10

ing there in his pajamas, his face I'm,
naturally white in the moonlight.
"I do said.
con no better grounds than mere
native gup?'
con that and on a hundred and one
things that have gone before and that
now have new meaning l replied.
"'Well, | don't believe word of it,
he said sneeringly. Well talk it over
in the morning. he said with a yawn,
stretching himself insolently.
"'You will do nothing of the sort
said, and could hear my voice vibrat-
ing with anger. You may think | am
coward, if you like. I'm responsible
for what happens in this district, and
by God, man, you have got to do what
| say
"'Well, do think that you are a
rather nervous person, but We'll see
what my wife says
"Let me speak to her, please said.
AS you WILL he answered with a
shrug.
"We walked back to the tent in ST.
lence, and presently Mrs. Harold came
out to us, her tall, slim figure wrapped
III a Wnlte dressing gown.
"'Your husband thinks that am an
alarmist,' l said, but | have informa-
tion of general mutiny of our troops
down country, and l know that the
news is true. l have left my post in
q moment of extreme emergency in or
der to bring you all in to my fort
which is the nearest approach to safety
that | have it in my power to offer
you. Everything depends upon my get.
ting back before daybreak and before
the natives know that l have left the
place; but | won't go without you
Will you come-now, at once?
eyes, she said simply, bending
those grave, true eyes steadily upon
me. We will come, Of course. And
thank you. You have risled a great
deal to come to us, we understand that
and we are grateful
"'Of course chimed in Harold
grudgingly. No doubt you did what
you thought right
Miss Harold Joined her brother IL
his scoffings at the news and at its
bearer, but | cared little enough fol-
that. l knew the event would prove
me right Mrs. Harold had thanked me
and had shown that she understood.
asked for nothing more.
II rode at her side during the whole
If the remainder of that night. The
sense of my proximity to her, and my
knowledge Of the fact that her safety
wust largely depend upon me, upor
my efforts, upon my wits, upon my
courage, infused into me a new en-
thusiasm and energy, and fixed my de
termination to come out on top or die
| solid as a rock.
Just after daybreak We came to thu
, outskirts of the town. A Muhammadar
} mendicant in long green gown wal
exhorting the people. His face, liviC
with excitement and contorted with en-
; thusiasm, was straining heavenward
! and his long white beard flew back owe
his shoulder as he poured out strean
, of fierce words and jibs that bit dec
Lawrence democrat. (Lawrenceburg, Tenn.) 1884-1925, 1905-11-10

The old man looKed up sharply.
There comes to every human being
under the sum-" said he, Gin one shape
or another the tide in his affairs
which, though it may not lead on to
fortune, nor yet down to ruin, proves
him, shows what is in him, brings out
anything worth counting that may be
latent in him, and exposes his weak
nesses, too, often enough. That tide
came to me in the Terrible Year-in
'57-which found us English folk, lit
tie handfuls of us, isolated, almost de-
fenceless, facing the brown millions
who for once were banded together
against us by hate and wrath. was
an assistant deputy commissioner in a
God-forsaken district in India, and had
been so long alone among the natives
that l could not speak half dozen
sentences of my own language without
slipping in a word or two of Persian
or Hindustani. / prided myself upon
having my fingers on the pulse OF ma
tive life in that district. Things were
going forward Of which / could not
get the hang. There was mystery in
the air; you felt it, yet could find tc
it no key.
During those months knew what
it is to be possessed by a demon Of
fear. / told myself that it was al
fancy, that Asia was playing the devi
with me, that was losing my nerve.
81 was in the deepest folds Of the
Dark Valley when Harold came up init
Lawrence democrat. (Lawrenceburg, Tenn.) 1884-1925, 1905-11-10

woman in India who mattered-of Mrs.
Harold. With that thought came also
the necessity for action, and when a
man is called upon to act he is relieved
from the curse of thinking.
"Harold's camp lay some thirty miles
to the north of my station. AS soon
as the news spread the lives of Harold
and his wife and sister would not be
worth minutes purchase.
81 slipped out of the bungalow, went
to the stables, found and saddled my
mare, locked the stables securely be-
hind me and rode out into the dark
ness. | took a path which soon led
me clear of the town, and directly /
was in the open country put the mare
into hard canter and headed for the
Harolds' camp. The time for dream
ing and for fear was ended, and l
knew it. The time for action had
come and with it sort of intoxication
Of recklessness that filed me with a
fierce joy and pride.
at was only little after midnight
that I reached my destination. I con-
trived not without difficulty, to arouse
Harold. led him away from the
tents, and told him the news that had
come in.
"'You mustn't lose a second I said
The one chance of safety lies in Mrs
Harold and your sister getting to the
fort as soon as may be-
"'And do you seriously believe al
J this rubbish?' Harold inquired, stand