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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
MY. German Recovering.

Alexander NJ. German, the real estate
and insurance broker, who was taken to
the Emergency Hospital Thursday night
from the Kellogg building suffering from a
dose of laudanum, as published in yester-
days Star. was able to leave the hospital
today and return to his home on I street
1t is said that Mr.. German recently visited
relatives in Raleigh, n. c., and while there
he was suffering from al attack of nervous
ness.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Choice Potatoes, Acc. Blu. !:

Large cans tomatoes, &C.; Paragon Sugar
Corn, &c.; Sweet Meadow Corn, TIC; Sifted
Peas, nc: Extra Sifted, &c.; Petit Pois,
lie; Succotash. &c.; Lima Beans, &C. Wag-
ner's Baked Beans, 8 1-3c.; 25c pkge. Oats
with china. 17c.; Cracker Dust, 41ac.; Fig
Bars, &c.; Cal. Prunes, 3hc.; Apples, 25c.
PIX; Macaroni, 51sc.; Catsup, Tie; Figs, Sc :
Raisins, Tic. large Lemons, 12c doz.; Sal
mon. TIC; Sardines, 31ac. Rice, 3kc.; Nell
sons Chocolate, 14c.; Cocoa. lie; Navy
Beans, TIC. at ]. T. D. Pyles' stores, in
Guiding 94S Louisiana avenue. mh2O-6t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Mr.. Douglass Talks of "The Lawyer"

Mr.. Douglass Talks Of "The Lawyer"
Mr.. Charles Douglass delivered an address
last evening before the Washington College
of Law, taking for his theme 1.-THE Law
yer" In his preliminary remarks Mr..
Douglass dwelt on the Importance of the
law, and in outlining the requisites of the
successful lawyer paid a tribute to the
qualities in woman which would conduce to
her success in the profession. The college
halls were crowded to the utmost with the
women of the law school and their friends
and by delegation of the Georgetown Law
School. The Georgetown men alternated in
paying their respects to the Washington
College of Law, Mr.. Douglass and George
town University, making the welkin ring
with their lusty cheers
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Suit for Rent.

Suit at law to recover s720 has been filed
by Franklin P. Nash, through Attorneys
Hamilton and Colbert, against the District
of Columbia. The plaintiff claims that the
sum mentioned is due him for rent of
premises 7O6 and 7OS o street, used as an
armory by the 1st Separate Battalion, N. G..
D. C. 1t is explained that the claims cover
a period after the 1st Separate Battalion
removed from the building, but Mr.. Nash
contends, the tenantcy continued and GER
tain of the property of the guard remained
upon the premises until he removed the
same and stored it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Moore & Hill Qnc.), TIT 14th st.
1--WE sell and rent houses" Money to loan.
Advertisement.
Charge Nolle Pressed,

The warrant charging Nellie Lacy of 1909
ID street northwest with assaulting Harry
+. Lacy, who resides at 46S Pennsylvania
avenue northwest, was nole pressed this
morning by assistant United States Attor-
ney Ralph Given, and the prosecution
dropped.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Lecture at Public Library.

Owing to the serious illness of Maj. H. l..
Piper, he will be unable to keep his en-
gagement to lecture on THE Life Saving
Service" next Tuesday evening at the Pub
lie Library. The next lecture in the course
will be April 1S, when Mr.. B. H. Warner
will discuss Life in Mexico. These lectures
are free to the public without charge, and
are given under the auspices of the Ladies
of the Loyal Legion.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
A State Religion and Return to
Colonial Times.

Colonial Times.
How Shall Washington's Educational
= Problem Be Solved?
Is religious teaching in the Public Schools
the true solution of the great question of
giving every child the education required for
good citizenship?
A. G. Daniels, president of the General
Conference of Seventh Day Adventists will
speak on this question Sunday March 20, at
pm, in Pythian Temple, on 9th ST., near
Massachusetts, ave.
At 1880 pm. A. L. Jones, author of Two
Republics" will speak on the theme enti-
tied Great Lessons Drawn From the Strug-
giles of Our Fathers in Colonial Times to Sc
cure Religious Freedom" All welcome it,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
,Jamison Collection

of Antique and other rare Mahogany furni-
ture. Plate, Brasses, Bronzes, ETC., and many
valuable pieces from old southern homes
and estates, now on exhibition in the Art
Galleries of Brown & FOLSOM l4o9 ST.
to he sold at public auction Wed,
Thur and Friday, March %, 80 and 81. 1900,
at II I'M and pm. each day. Catalogues
now ready.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Entertainment for the Blind.

Following is the program of the readings
and music in the reading room for the blind,
Library of Congress, the coming week:
Tuesday, March %, dramatic reading by
Miss Mary Powell Burrill; Thursday, March
80, recital by members of the Marine Band;
Saturday, April /, reading by Mrs. Andrew
Stewart.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Dedication of Pipe Organ.

Bishop Earl Cranston will deliver the
sermon at the Union Methodist Episcopal
Church, Goth street near Pennsylvania ave-
nue. northwest, tomorrow morning at II
O clock, on the occasion of the dedication
of a new pipe organ, recently installed. The
pastor of the church is Rev. DR.. S. Reese
Murray. In the evening the annual mis-
sionary exercises of the Sunday school will
be held -
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Held to Answer Charges.

William f. Morgan, who was recently
arrested in Pttsburg to answer charges in
this city of passing worthless checks, as
heretofore stated in The Star, was given
a hearing before a United States commits
sioner in Pittsburg yesterday He was
held in $500 security for his appearance
here. Detective O'Brien, who went to
Pittsburg to appear a witness in the
case, returned home this morning Morgan
will be brought here next week unless he
succeeds in giving bond.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Proceedings in Equity.

Proceedings in equity, the court being
asked to cancel a deed to property of the
value of 81 .sOO, have been instructed in the
Supreme Court of the District of Columbia
by John D. Johnson, as committee of
Charles w. Johnson, a lunatic, against
James o. Holmes. 1t is charged that the
deed was secured from Charles w. Johnson
by improper means Further the court
is asked to appoint a receiver to take charge
of the property and to direct an accounting.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Chamberlain and Balfour at War,

Open war has been declared between
Chamberlain and Balfour over the fiscal
question. That Nat. Cap. Brewing Co. s
Munich is Americas finest dark beer is
an indisputable fact. Brewed of finest ma
terals, including imported Bohemian hops
and pure artesian we'll water. doz., 81 %.
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

The fire department responded to an alarm
turned in from box $40 shortly after 3
O. clock yesterday afternoon and found that
a match thrown in a pile of waste paper
had caused a blaze in the house of w. H.
Dennis, 1902 ODD street northwest The
blaze was extinguished after about $40 dam
age had been done.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

Louis Myers, forty-one years old, an in
mate of Soldiers Home, was taken sick yes
terday afternoon at sos D street northwest.
He was taken to the Casualty Hospital,
where the doctors found that he was suffer-
ing from heart trouble.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Detroit Jewel Gas Range.
NJ. b. Flynn, 651 Pa ave. Sc.

George Hare, living at 231 G street south
west, was knocked from the running board
of a street car on II street northeast last
night about 10 o'clock and received a Sc
we're cut over his eye. The accident resulted
from the passenger coming in contact with
a fence erected by the railroad contractors.
Hare was taken to the Homeopathic Hos
pital.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Welsbach, Also Lindsay Air Lights.
GIG 18th c. A. Muddiman G. Co. 1904 G.

A small colored child named Goner Jeffer-
son, living at 40S L street northwest was
knocked down and run over by a bicycle
last night about Il O'Clock. The accident Oc-
Cured on New York avenue near 4th street,
and the injured child was removed to her
home where she was attended by DR.. Allen.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Business Opportunities.

Many legitimate business transactions
have been made through advertisements
under heading of Business Opportunities in
the advertising columns of The Star. The
rate is one cent word each day If the
notice is inserted three times.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
LOCAL MENTION.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

Academy-"Fast Life in New York."
S:l5 pm
Chase's-Polite vaudeville, S:f5 pm.
Columbia-De Wolf Hopper in Wang"
S15 pm
kernan's-"Webers Dainty Duchess"
SIS pm.
Lafayette-"Quncy Adams Sawyer" s:15
pm.
Northumberland of o." S:15 pm.
For other amusements see page ., part z.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
As a stimulant "oId Braddock,'

Maryland Rye Possesses Merits
Alien to other whiskeys. Uniformly pure
very mellow. A good thing to keep handy.
Best dealers. Jas. Clark Distilling Co., D.
P. Mccarthy, mgr, $40 Pa. ave. Phone 1895
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Georeetown Branches Star office.

The Evening Star has branch offices at
O'Donnelps drug stores. 1900 32d street and
corner sd and o streets, where advertise
ments are received al regular rates. Wanted
Help and Situations cost l cent a word.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Bankruptcy Sale of Groceries,

Monday, March 81. 10 am, at 1915 10Th
ST. NV; also horse and wagon. Brown e.
Tolson, auctioneers. VIM. Henry White,
trustee, 416 9Th st.-AdVt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
"oId GLORY" Beer is the Choice

OF those who discriminate Brewed of Sc
lect malt and hops with strict regard for
hygiene-carefully aged. Try case; phone
w. 436. Abner-Drury Brewing Co.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Correct and Scientific Adjustment

of appliances for deformities and deficiencies
of the human body. Trusses elastic hosiery,
obesity belts, orthopedic apparatuses, etc
Vapor baths, cutlery, shoulder braces
crutches, rubber goods. surgical instruments,
etc. LEM & Lossau, 623 eth st. NV. Lady
attendant
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
s1.a5 To Baltimore and Return. s1.2s

Pennsylvania railroad Saturday and Sun
day, tickets good on all trains except Con-
gressional Limited and good for return I'M
Til Sunday night.-Adyt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

Baltimore and Return, B. and o. R. R.,
Saturday and Sunday s1.25 All trains both
ways, both days, except Royal Limited.
Hourly service" week days-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
S4s.25 to California Mar. to May Is.

Through sleeper without change, person
ally conducted, via Southern Ry. and South
ern Pacific. Berth, $3.50. A. J. Poston, Gen.
Agent oil Pa. ave-, 705 15th.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Virginia Hot Springs Parlor Car.

Commencing Monday, March p, the 2:30
pm train via Chesapeake and Ohio rail-
Way will have parlor car Washington to
Virginia Hot Springs without change, daily
except Sunday.-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

Fresh Strawberry Ice Cream, 35 Cts.
quart, S1.2O gallon. Rosenfelds, S12 II st.
ne. Phone East 1909.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

Silk Hats Remodeled. Derbies and
Soft hats cleaned. j. A. Hoover, S11 H n. W.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

Personal Attention to Building, Re-
pairs, alterations. c. ID. Collins, 719 18th.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

Money to lend at 4, 5 and $50 on real es-
tate Frank T. Rawlings Co., 1910 IA. ave.
Advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

Three Burner Blue Flame Oil Cooker,
$500. A. Eberlys Sons, us It'll NV.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

Our fac,1ities for securing and dyeing are
unsurpassed. a. +. Bornot & Bro, 1224 + ST.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

Rurnett's Vanilla Extract has outlived
criticism It Is the purest vanilla extract
that can be bought. Once tried always used.
advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Hot Bed Sash and Glass. so e5

Two sizes, 6XS and Sx10, per box 1926
Eisinger Bros, 2l09 7th NV. Phone N. III
mh24-tf,3
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

Send your evening gown to us to be
cleaned. A. F. Bornot & Bro, 1904 f st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
CITY ITEMS.

We Will Get You Double the Money
the dealers will pay you for your furniture,
etc. Try us. Wilson & Mayors, Auction
GERS, 1927 and 1923 G st. Phone Main 80.
Prompt returns. 1t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

New Dangler Steel Gas Range, $500.
A. Eberly's Sons, rs 7th NV.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
If You Have Furniture to Sell or Store

consult Brown & Tolson. Aucts., 1909 H ST.
NV. Sales every Tuesday at IL am. Clean
and light storage rooms; low rates. Phone
900 Electric elevator
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
A Never-Failing Remedy for Grip

is Atkinson's go" We know it will cure
that's why we say no cure, no pay. 25c. al
Atkinsons, 18th and G SITS. 1t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
CITY AND DISTRICT.

Edward Simms, a colored chauffeur in the
employ of DIR. Richard Kingsman, was be-
fore Judge Scott in the Police Court this
morning upon a charge of exceeding the
speed limit with an automobile. Judge
Scott entered a fine of SO.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

Silk Hats Remodeled. Derbies and
Soft hats cleaned. ]. A. Hoover 81 H n w
It,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

Be particular-ask for Elk Grove Butter
Advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

In CO, the Delicious CONNECTION Of
Castor Oil, positively no after taste of the
Oil. The reason-our special process.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

A. B. C. Headache Powders.
Immediate relief. Druggists. 10c.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
ATTORNEYS.

DAMAGE. ESTATE AND DIVORCE cAsEs-AD-
vice free. ffst-class lawyer; no charge without
service; fees moderate: everything strictly co.,
.6dentisi. Address Post Office Box 134. city.
h2-Sots
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

Cafe Robinson, 1902 14th, Near P.
Banquets, Hall Finest meals. month rates.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

Theodore Bumbrey, colOred, who says his
home is in this city. surrendered to the
New York police yesterday and asked that
he be sent here, as he was wanted for the
alleged theft of $40. Major Sylvester re-
ceived message of inquiry from the New
York police and informed them that the
man is not wanted. 1t is alleged that
he went off with So bill while in the
employ of local merchant. No formal
charge has been preferred against him,
however, and he will not be able to come
home at the expense of the government
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Every Lenten Menu Should Include

Jno. G. Meinberg's Bread. It's so delicious,
wholesome and satisfying that all enjoy it.
Order supply for Sunday dinner. At your
grocer's. Bakery, ZIG 18th st. Sc. 1t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

Its great age mellowness and delightful
bouquet, places it foremost a Whiskey of
the household and for sociality. Phone
NJ 52S. 1928 It'll NV.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

Elk Grove, a superior Butter you'll enjoy.
Advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

Save the Pieces! Royal Glue Mends EN-
China. Toys. Furniture, etc. Druggists. 10c.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
The Superior Quality of Purissima Rye

Lightning rods repaired, 500 10Th NV.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
ONLY 35c. Lib. for Mexican Phoebe

And All Other Coo. Candies,
While the special at GEO. B. SHEETZ'S
10th and F. continues. Order a box.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

Great Bear Pure Spring Water.
gallons for zoe. Office, 7O4 18th.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Your Income Remittances will Reach

You promptly wherever you may be if you
property or investments are cared for b
Union Trust Co., ala F st. n.w.-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
s4a.oo To Havana and Return s4s. 90

Southern Railway announces March %,
train No. %, rate one fare plus So to Ha-
vana and return, tickets good leaving Ha-
vana until April Ii, 1905. Stopovers-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

William Burnham, sixty years old, living
at al G street northwest, walked against
a horse belonging to George w. Fletcher
yesterday afternoon and received an in
jury TO his face. He attached no blame
to the driver.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25
Baltimore and Return $1.25,

Via Pennsylvania railroad, every Saturday
and Sunday, all trains except Congressional
Limited-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-25

$48.25 California, G. and o. Ry.
Low rates to designated colonist points
in west, March 1 to May 14.-Advt.
The Springfield herald., 1905-04-21
COLORADO TEACHERS
SCIENTIST SECTION MEETING
Coming Gathering at Colorado Springs
MANY Prominent Scientific
Men Will Read Papers.

Colorado Springs. Colo, April H.
The complete program has been an
nounced for the conference of the sci
ence section of the Colorado State
Teachers Association, which meets
here April 2Sth and Goth. A half-rate
has been secured on all railroads from
April 9th to 30th, and more than 200
scientists are expected from all over
the state, in addition to prominent edu-
Gators from the entire country.
Following is the program:
Friday, April 2Sth-Presiding officer
President Victor C. Anderson of the
State School of Mines.
2:30 p. m.-Opening of conference
and address of welcome by President
William F. Slocum of Colorado Col
lege.
Paper. Professor Gillette of the
State Agricultural College, Parasites
of the Conifers."
College, "A Fungus Disease of Conf
fers.'
Paper, Professor Johnson of the
State Agricultural College. THE West
ern Cricket"
Paper DR.. Ramaley of the University
of Colorado. Botanical Gardens of
Java"
This will be illustrated by stereopti.
con slides.
Friday Night. S o'clock p. M, at Per
kins Hall-lntroductory remarks by
President Slocum.
Address, DR.. Thomas C. Chamberlin
University of Chicago, THE Story of a
Study of the Earth's Origin"
Saturday Morning officer
Dean Howe of Denver University.
9 a. m.-Paper, DR.. Howe, "kepler's
Problem"
Paper. Professor Eckley. University
of Colorado, Resume of Ostwald's
Farraday Lecture"
Paper. DR.. ]. b. Westhaver of Denver
University, "A Case of Electrolytic
Polarization"
Paper. DR.. Eggleson. State School of
Mines, Glacial Work on the West"
This lecture will be illustrated.
Paper, DR.. G. |. Finlay of Colorado
College, Some Unsolved Problems of
the Front Range" also illustrated.
Saturday Afternoon-Dr. H. B. Dates,
University of Colorado, presiding. The
session will be devoted to a conference
on Opportunities for Research Work
A brief statement will be made on the
part of each institution. of the
state on the status of research
work in that school. This will be fol-
lowed by a discussion in which DR..
Chamberlin of the University of Chi
cago and Prof. A. w. Richter of the
University of Wisconsin will lead.
Saturday Night-This session will
be in charge of the Pixies Peak Poly
technic Society. President William A.
Strieby presiding. Professor Richter
who is at the head of the department OF
,,t
versity of Wisconsin, will be the guest
OF the evening. The program:
Paper Professor Filkins. State
School of Mines.
Professor kitchum, University OF
Colorado, Progress and Development
of Bridge Engineering"
Paper, Professor Traphagin, State
School of Mines, 1.-The Murcer Gold
Bar Case" This is case of scientific
| detective work in which Professor
Traphagin played leading part.
The Springfield herald., 1905-04-21
The Rearjnq of Lions.

Few, if any, menageries In the world
can show a more remarkably record of
lion rearing than that of the Dublin
ZOO" From the old lion house, which
was recently replaced by magnificent
building, to which Lord Roberts has
given his name, lions bred within Its
walls have been consigned to almost
every quarter of the globe. Upward of
200 cubs saw the light in the old lion
house, and the sum of nearly $4,000
resulted from their sale to other me-
nageries, both at home and abroad.
One lioness. whose career in the gar
dens extended over a period of sixteen
years. gave birth in her time to no
fewer than fifty-five cubs, which real
lied the sum of $1,000.
The Springfield herald., 1905-04-21
Denver Auditorium Case.

Denver, April 15.-For the second
time the Supreme Court has been
asked to advance the auditorium case
and settle the validity of the 100000
bond issue authorized by the new char
ter. City Attorney Harry Lindsey and
Assistant City Attorney Halsted l.. Rit-
ter yesterday filed a motion with the
Supreme Court to advance this case.
Request was also made for permission
to file with the motion number of pc
titions from different public-spirited 10
cieties of Denver which are interested
in having an auditorium.
The Springfield herald., 1905-04-21
cRlPPLEcREEk MURDER.
Woman Kills Alleged Paramour OF
Her Husband.

Cripple Creek, Colo, April 14.--Mrs,
Helen C. Douglas was shot and almost
instantly killed in room 307 of the Ma
tional hotel at 10 o'clock yesterday
morning by Mrs. S. w. Vidler. Mrs
Wider went to the room in search OF
her husband and seeing him in the
room when the door was opened by
Mrs. Douglas, she became enraged,
raised the revolver. and fired at the
woman, whom she had accused yester-
day OF alternating her husbands affec-
tions. The bullet entered the victim s
left breast and caused almost instant
death. Vidler had taken refuge in the
closet His wife became hysterical
after firing the shot. and ne came out
and took the weapon away from her.
Vidler, who has been engaged in
mining and newspaper work in the dis
trict about eight years. engaged quar-
ters at the hotel several weeks ago
after disagreement with his wife
which led to their separation. 1t is
claimed by Mrs. Vidler that she went
to the hotel this morning for the sole
purpose of consulting with her hus-
band regarding their thirteen-year-old
son. Walter, who had been punished
several times lately by his teacher.
She thought That he received more
punishment than he deserved and
wanted her husband TO see the school
authorities regarding the matter
Mrs Wider went direct to the room
which she knew her husband had en-
gagged at the hotel. Failing to find him
there, and having seen him in com
pany with Mrs. Douglas yesterday, she
inquired the number of the latter's
room and went there. Her feelings
overcame her when she saw her hus-
band and the woman together, and the
tragedy followed.
Mrs. Wider was arrested and admit
ted to bail in the sum of $4,000.
A coroner's inquest was held, the
jury returning the following verdict:
I'VE find that the said Mrs. Douglas
came to her death from gunshot
wound inflicted by Mrs. Sam Vidler at
the National hotel on April 18th: that
the said shot was fired by Mrs. Sam
Wider while in state of great mental
excitement and the said jurors are un-
able to state whether said killing was
feloniously done"