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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
ASKED INCREASED PAY.
Commissioner Mcfarland and the
Public School Teachers.


Commissioner Macfarland expressed great
surprise at the printed report that the
Commissioners had not recommended an
increase in the salaries Of the teachers Of
the national capital. The recommendations
for increases in school teachers salaries,
recommended by the board of education,
were included In the Commissioners esti-
mates, as will be found by reference to the
estimates. In speaking Of the report that
the Commissioners had failed to recommend
an increase in the teachers salaries, Com
missioner Mcfarland said:
Il am astonished that anybody should
make such a statement. I cannot imagine
how the idea could originate. The fact is
that the Commissioners every year since
have been Commissioner and in special
care OF the public school interests have
urgently recommended an increase Of pay
for the teachers. / have myself, on behalf
OF the Commissioners every year urged the
tees on appropriations of the Senate and
House. This year the Commissioners en-
bodied In their own estimates the whole
schedule of increase of pay for the teachers
just as 1t was submitted by the board Of
education. The items In the estimates Of
the board Of education which we did not
recommend were for additional school
buildings. These we thought could be de-
ferred, since we had to choose between them
and the increase Of the teachers salaries.
in view Of the fact that Congress had not
made a permanent arrangement for financ-
ing our share Of the cost Of the extraordf-
nary projects of municipal improvements.
The Commissioners estimates speak for
themselves on this point"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
HISTORY SOCIETY MEETS.
Arrangements Made for Celebration o.
Lincoln's Birthday Anniversary.

At meeting of the United States His
tory Society, held Saturday night at the
home Of its president, Major J. H. Slime,
135 Carroll street southeast the following
were elected honorary members Of the or
ganization: Senator John c. Spooner Of
Wisconsin. Representative j. A. Hemen-
way or Indiana, Gen. Daniel e. Sickles and
Gen. Blackman, commander-in-chiefo of the
g. A. r. The matter Of the reunion OF the
blue and the gray in this city on the for
tieth anniversary of the ending of the civil
war, May 10, 1905, was presented to the
society, but on motion of Major Slime it
was laid over for action at a future meet
ing.
A report of the committee on the Lin.
coin anniversary celebration, to be held
Monday evening, February 10. at Waugh
NJ. E. Church, Sd and A streets northeast
was presented by Capt j. Walter Mitchell
secretary of the society. 1t was announced
that several Distinguished speakers had
been invited to address the meeting on the
subjects: Lincoln, the President" Lin
coin, the Patriot Lincoln, the Man,
Lincoln, the Humorist," and kindred sub
jects. Also that Prof. James A. Joyce, the
famous cornetist, would render several cor
net solos, giving President Lincoln's IA
vorite melodies. Other musical features
have been arranged for, it was stated.
Capt. Homer ]. Locking and Capt. r. H.
Wood have also prepared features for the
program.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
White Ribbon Cradle Roll Reception.

The North Capitol Woman's Christian
Temperance Union gave a reception to its
white ribbon cradle roll members at 522 9th
street northwest Saturday from to f.
Mrs Earl G. Torrey served as hostess and
Mrs Theodore T. Moore gave Bible read
ing.
Little Ruth Felter gave piano solos,
when the Sunset Turns the Oceans Blue
to Cold and "Bluette" Miss Margaret
Broughton served as pianist while the fol-
lowing little ones sang: Gladys Steele,
when Christ Was a Baby Dorothy Cal
lahan, "Jackey Frost Edith Pierce
"Rock-a-bye Baby Mildred Hawxhurst
'Baby's Boats Silver Moon John and
Lucille Myers sang "A Bunch of Flowers"
sang a duet.
The following recitations were given
Bessie Lineback, Grandpa" and The
First Pocket jeanette Sitter. when Bes-
Elf Child" Virginia Hawxhurst, The Puri-
tan DOLL" Margaret Sitter. The Happy
Child" and Mary Lineback recited an
original poem, MY Vision
Mrs. A. c. Giles district superintendent
of the cradle roll department, was intro
duced and received three new cradle roll
members, Bessie and William j. Lneback
and Milton Stuart Whaley.
Mrs. w. E. De Reimer, district CORE
spending secretary and the organizer of
the mothers meeting and cradle roll de-
partments in the District w. C. r. U. work
made an address. complimenting the super
intendents on the rapid growth and devel-
opment of the work. Refreshments were
served by Mrs. Torrey, Mrs. j. H. Myers.
Miss Broughton, Mrs. ]. B. Sitter and Mrs
J. d. Steele.
Among those present We're Mrs. L. D.
! Clark, Mrs. G.. S. Donnell, Mrs H. Pierce
| Mrs. Wilbur Hawxhurst, Mrs. Lineback
| Mrs. b. L. Steele. Mrs. Wiley, Mrs A. T.
Slower Mrs. Charles Fisher, Mrs S. B. Cal
lahan, Miss Myrtle Powell, Mrs. C. C. King.
Mrs. c. w. Burnett, Mrs. j. A Wood Mrs
Whaley. Miss Alice Moore, Mrs II. V.
Easterling and the following children:
Henry Fisher, Pearl Kesmodel, Lael Tor
rey, George Allen, Mary Mildred Clark
Margaret Easterling, Stuart and Florence
King, Virginia Steele, Ruth Ogg, Margaret
Allen Charles Albert Fisher, Ethel Perry.
Ruth Houck, Almond Donnell and Roberta
May Whaley
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Death of David A. Ritter

Through the sudden death of Mr.. David
A. Ritter, which occurred recently, Wash
ington lost a well-known citizen and the
government a valred employe. Mr.. Ritter
was appointed clerk in the office of the
treasurer of the United States in 1873, and
continued in that office until his death
having advanced, through meritorious serv-
ice, to his late position of responsibility
He was particularly known as an expert
in the detection of forged signatures and
has figured in this capacity in legal cases
in which the Treasury Department was in
volved
On account of his connection with the
service of the government Mr.. Ritter all
ways declined to give expert testimony in
private cases, although his services were
frequently sought He was a prominent
member of the First Congregational Church
of this city, where he has been a regular at
tendant for the past thirty years. He
leaves WIFE, son and two daughters.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
Printing Troubles Should Be Cured,

not endured. Byron S. Adams service is an
infaliible cure. 5l2 18th. Two 'phones,-
Advertisement.
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WANT TO BREAK THE ICE.
Commissioners Ask an Appropriation
From Congress.

The ice in the Potomac river Is heavier,
harder and stronger than 1t was last winter
or has ever been before, according to a re-
port made to the Commissioners today by
Harbormaster Sutton, and at the suggestion
of that official the Commissioners today
sent request to Congress for an appropria-
ton of $1,000, to be made Immediately avail
able, for the purpose of breaking up the ice
in the river.
Harbormaster Sutton believes that the ne
cessity for securing this appropriation and
breaking up the ice is urgent, in order that
the lower part of the national capital may
not be flooded in the event Of a gorge form
ing above Georgetown, followed by a sud-
den thaw. In his letter to the Commission
ers Mr.. Sutton says:
1.-The ice in the Potomac river at the pres
ent time is heavier, harder and stronger
than it has ever been before, being from
eight to ten inches thick in the channels.
This, together with the fact that there are
double spans at the Long bridge and that
the piles under the bridge have not been re-
moved, necessitates, in my opinion, an ap-
preparation of at least 5000 for the break
ing up of the ice in case of thaw."
I Commissioner West approved the harbor-
masters suggestion that the request for the
appropriation be made at once.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
Wanted for Alleged Assault.

Joseph Nnloughby. painter, is wanted
10y inc police to answer charge of having
slaooed Michael \. Downs. thirty years old.
also painter The affair occurred Saturday
hlght ABOUT 1890 o'clock in the hall at HOS
Il street northwest. where a number of
labor organizations meet Saturday nights
are set apart for social gatherings in tie
han and are known as "open nights" A
number of men We're in the hail Saturday
night when Willoughby became involved in
an argument with one of them Then
he turned upon Downs, it is charged,
and stabbed him five times, twice in his
side, twice in his thigh and once in his
hand Downs was taken to the Emergency
Hospital. where his wounds were dressed.
He was afterward removed to his home
GIT street southwest. His condition is not
critical Willoughby, it is said. had charge
Of a place at Chesapeake Junction two
years ago.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
Adiutant Appointed.

Department Commander s. Clifford Cox
of the United Spanish War Veterans has
promulgated general orders No. 7, announc-
ing the appointment of Rufus w. Pearson
as adjutant of the Department of the Dis
trict of Columbia, vice Francis II. RAN
dolph, resigned Mr.. Pearson, the new de-
partment adjutant, served in President
Roosevelt's regiment of Rough Riders in
the war with Spain and will be a member
of the guard OF honor to the President in
the inauguration parade, which will be
composed of former members of the list
Volunteer Cavalry, mounted. Mr.. RAN
dolph resigned. 1t ID stated. because OF a
press OF private business.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
Final Meeting Of Fair Committee.

The final meeting of the fair committee
of the Independent Order of Rechabites
was held Saturday evening at Rechabte
Temple, 643' Louisiana avenue. Mr.. John
C. Moore, high chief ruler of the order,
stated that all arrangements had been
completed for the opening of the fair this
evening at Odd Fellows Hall, 423 7th street
northwest. The committee reported that
features of the fair this evening would be
an address by Representative Henry r.
Gibson of Tennessee; cornet solos by Prof.
James A. Joyce, the new leader of the ma
chinists' band at the Washington navy
yard and dancing under the direction Of
Messrs. j. G. Quigley. E. Bennett and S..
McCauley. The hall has been tastefully
decorated and the booth picturesquely con-
structed and arranged.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
Writing Insurance.

President Roosevelt, in his message OPEN
ing Congress In December. pointed out that
the business of insurance had attained ma
tionaI proportions, and his words will be
remembered by those who read and ex-
anime the annual statement for the year
1904 of the Prudential Insurance Company.
This company wrote and issued during
1904 over 1912 000, 600 Of paid-for life insur-
ance increasing the number of policies in
force to nearly six millions, and bringing
the amount of insurance in force to a sum
exceeding one billion dollars
The company will furnish any informa-
ton concerning its policies to those who
write to the home office at Newark N. ].
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
Wisconsin Club Reception.

The first reception of the season by the
local Wisconsin Association was held at
the Dewey Hotel Saturday evening. 1t
was followed by dance, which was much
enjoyed by those present. During the
evening musical and literary program was
given.
Among the best numbers on the pro-
gram were cornet solos by Mr.. TAYLOR, bass
solos by F. E. Messenger, contralto solos
by Miss Francis Bethune and rec4tatiops
by Mrs. Robert s. Cowie of Wisconsin, wife
Of the auditor of the navy.
The following committee was in charge
of the entertainments: B. w. Beebe, chair
man; B. W. Holman, NJ. E. Sabin, Charles
J. Sumner, Thomas w. Brahany, Mr.. 7
A. Pratt and Mrs. A. g. Parkinson.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
Takes Plunge Into lev Water

Charles Waters, colored, twenty-six years
old, whose home is at oath and E streets
northwest took a cold bath in the river
Saturday night about II o'clock He had
been drinking, and, entering a small boat
near the foot of Water and o streets he
rowed short distance from the shore
Then he took plunge in the icy water
His bath had bracing effect and he was
almost sober when rescued.
The fourth precinct patrol wagon was
summoned and Waters was taken to the
Emergency Hospital, where the doctors re-
fused to admit him. He was then taken to
the Washington Asylum Hospital. A
charge of intoxication was preferred against
him
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
CITY AND DISTRICT.

James Holmes, colored, two years DID,
fell at his home. 800 18th street northwest
last night about 7:30 o'clock and sprained
his right ankle. His mother took him to
the Emergency Hospital, where he received
treatment. Later he returned home.
An alarm was turned in from box 437
Yesterday afternoon shortly after o'clock
because of a blaze in the house of John F.
Wllkerson, 9O1 f street southwest The
nre started from some cause which could
not be determined and did about 500
damage The loss is covered by insurance
Mrs. NJ. D. Rosey, colored. seventy-fve
years old, living at 1851 B street northeast,
became Ill yesterday afternoon and was
conveyed to the Washington Asylum Hos
pital.
A young colored man named William
Jordan was brought here from Bowie Nd
Saturday night and treated at the Emer-
gency Hospital for two bullet wounds in
the leg. The wounded man, whose home
Is at 262 Collins street, Baltimore, declined
to discuss the shooting.
William Crowley, colored, twenty-five
years old, living at 800 L street southwest
was treated at the Emergency Hospital
Saturday night for an injury to his head.
The injury was inflicted by a man who
used a hoe. The difficulty occurred in the
basement of business house on PennSyl-
vania avenue Crowleys alleged assailant
was not arrested.
A defective heating apparatus caused a
blaze in Capital Traction car at Della
ware avenue and c street Saturday after
noon. The blaze was eXtinguished by No
engine company before any damage had
been done
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
Good Templar Lodge Election.

Perseverance Lodge, No. 2 Independent
order of Good Templars. met in Scottish
Rite Hall Saturday evening and conferred
the initiatOry degree. An invitation to at
tend the Rechabite fair was accepted and
arrangements made to attend in a body
next Saturday evening.
In good of the order, conducted by the
chair, vocal solo was rendered by Miss
Blanche Neff recilations We're given by
Miss Nina Higdon, -1essrs. Holton and
Poulton, and addresses by Messrs Robert
II. Wood and Robert Emmett Smith
Officers for the ensuing quarter were
elected as follows: James H. Dony chief
templar; Miss Florence Robinson, vice tenn
plar; Miss Anna j. Tennyson, recording
secretary: Miss Kate Swearengen, financial
secretary; Miss Grace Wilkinson, treasurer,
and Miss Blanche Neff. marshal
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
CHRISTIAN ENDEAvoEERs.
Social and Business Features Combin.
ed, 9th st. Christian Church Society.

The regular monthly business meeting Of
the Christian Endeavor Society Of the Ninth
Street Christian Church was held Friday
evening In the parlors Of the church. The
meeting was opened by Miss Virginia Ray
mond and reports Of the officers and various
committees Of the society were presented,
all OF which were accepted. These were
the treasurer's report. by Miss George
Maynard; statement of the work Of the
lookout committee, by Mr.. Raymond Rich
ards; the work OF the prayer meeting COM
mittee. by Miss Lulu Nichol: the social
committee and its work, by Miss Emily
Brewood. Mr. Richards gave the report for
the missionary committee In the absence
of the chairman and Miss Emily Smith the
work of the visiting committee. The pledge
to the southeast mission was discussed. A
social hour followed consideration of busi-
ness The hit of the evening was a panto-
mime exhibition, the principal feature Of
which was the appearance Of Mr.. Richards
and Mr.. Nichol in Mary Had a Little
Lamb" Refreshments were served.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
italian Training Shin.

The Italian cruiser Amerigo Vespucci,
with the embryo admirals of the royal
Italian navy aboard, arrived at Baltimore
yesterday afternoon on visit of several
days. The cruiser is the naval cadet school
ship of the Italian navy, and is used to give
the young officers practical lessons in sea-
manship. cruise is made across the At
lantic yearly, and this is the third visit the
Vespucci has made to the Chesapeake. Just
prior to the beginning of the war with
Spain she came up the Potomac and anchor
ed for several days off Alexandria, while
those aboard her had liberty ashore here
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30

Remember to specify Elk Grove Butter
Advertisement.
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Of Interest to Mariners.

The lighthouse service authorities have
sent the following notice to mariners OF
interest to steamboat and vessel masters
here:
Hog Island Inlet Va.-Outer bell buoy,
PS, reported capsized January %, was re-
placed by a perfect buoy January "a.
Cove Point light station, Md.-The engine
operating the Daboll trumpet fog signal at
this station was reported disabled January
% and will be repaired as soon as prac-
ticable. While the trumpet is disabled a
bell will be struck by hand during thick
and foggy weather.
Elizabet river, Va.-Lower Lambert
Point buoy, No. II, second-class can
found in a sinking condition, was replaced
by a perfect buoy January %.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
Seriously Hurt

John Callahan, forty-six years old, an in
mate of Soldiers Home, was run over and
seriously injured by a Brightwood car
about 7:3O o'clock last night His left leg
was cut off near the ankle and three toes
were cut off of his right foot. Callahan was
crossing the tracks between Philadelphia
and Omaha streets when the car struck and
seriously injured him. He was removed to
Freedmens Hospital, where surgical aid
was given. His condition is critical.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
DEATH OF MRS. TEMPLE.
Associate Matron Of School for the Dea
at Kendall Green.

The pupils and students of the School
and College for the Deaf at Kendall Green
have sustained heavy loss in the recent
sudden death of Mrs. Amanda Temple, who
has been for the past ten years the asso-
ciate matron OF the institution.
Mrs. Temple was a mother to the young
people under her care, especially to the
boys Of the Kendall school, in whose dor
mitory she lived Her unselfish kindness
OF heart had won for her the warm friend
ship OF the officers and instructors of the
institution. who Joined with the pupils and
students in manifestations of sorrow and
regard at the funeral exercises, which were
conducted by President Gallaudet and Pro-
lessor Fay in the chapel last Saturday.
Mrs. Temples early home was in Sparta
Ill, where her remains will be buried by
the side of the body of her husband.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
Rite of Baptism Performed.

Seventeen persons were baptized yester-
day at the Fifth Baptist Church, Z street
near 1th street southwest, by the pastor,
DR.. Weston Bruner, ten at the o'clock
service and seven in the evening. AT the
night service the church was crowded,
many being unable to get into the build
ing.
Wednesday night DIR. Bruner will bap-
tie a number of candidates and will speak
on the first chapter of James. Friday night
the quarterly business meeting of the
church will be held followed by reception
to the new members.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
Postage Required for Mailing The Star

l6 to % pages...............2 cents
81 to 80 pages..............8 cents
saturdays Star mailed from
the of!ice, postage prepaid. 100.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
DROWNED IN ROCK CREEK.
Nine-Year-old Boy Breaks Through Ice
While Skating

nine-year-old boy named Richard Lee,
whose parents live at 912 Goth street north
west, lost his life in Rock creek about 2:3O
O'Clock yesterday afternoon. The lad was
skating near 18th street and Virginia ave-
nue. when the ice broke and he went
through into the water. His body was re-
covered in short time and taken to the
Georgetown University Hospital. but as life
was extinct the doctors could render no
service. Coroner hewitt gave a certificate
of accidental death and the body was re-
moved to the home of the boys parents.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
Let Us Serve You With Pure, Clean
Dinner PARTY Menus Always Include

Ashburn Milk. Ashburn Farm Dairy. Phone
North 1S3.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
Through Parlor Car Service

To Atlantic City will be inaugurated by
Pennsylvania Railroad February /, leaving
Washington week days at 1885 pm, arriv-
ing at Atlantic City 5:35 pm; returning
leaving Atlantic City 10 a m. week days. due
Washington 3:45 pm, via Delaware River
Bridge Route, Penna. r. R. Diners.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
Lecture on Animal Life.

Members of the Biological Society lis.
tened Saturday evening at the Cosmos Club
to Ernest Seton Thompson, who talked of
the rodents of Manitoba in general and in
particula.' of animal life in the wild region
that had come under his observation. In
the audience was a number of Pueblo In
dams from New Mexico. who through an
Interpreter. told something of what they
knew of animal life.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
Not the Man Wanted.

Detective Cornwell went to La Plata.
Charles county, Md, yesterday to see col
ored man who was held there on suspicion
that he was Joseph Pierce, who is wanted
in this city for shooting his wife two weeks
ago, as stated in The Star at the time The
detective was satisfied that the man Is not
Pierce and the latter was released from
custody. Mrs. Pierce is still under treat
ment tat the Homeopathic Hospital. She is
out of danger and will be able to leave
there In q few days.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
Grand Prize for ApoIlinaris.

The st. Louis exposition awarded The
Grand Prize to Apollinarfs natural mineral
water. This well-known water, it is claim
ed, has received the highest award wher-
ever exhibited. and lays claim to more
awards than any other table water. Ac-
cordng to the London Lancet of Janu-
airy 80, 1904. Apollinaris is bottled only at
the spring and only with IT'S own natural
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
High-Class Effects at Auction.

The Clarke sale, opening at SIoan's, 14O7
G street, tomorrow at II am. and pm,
comprises some very valuable household
appointments. including oriental rugs and
carpets and other articles that could not be
reached last week on account of the storm.
Advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
LOCAL MENTION.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

Academy-"McFadden's Flats s:15 pm.
Chase's-Polite Vaudeville, Sis pm.
Column bia-Richard Carrie in THE Tender
foot" SIS pm.
Kernan's-Harry Bryant's "Burlesquers.'
S:15 pm.
Lafayette-Ward and Vokes in "a Pair
of Pinks," SIS pm
National-E H. Sothern and Julia Mar
lowe in Much Ado About Nothing" 1:4o
pm.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30
Your head Is all right
so is YOUR heart

It's your liver that is not all right,
And your sick-headaches, bilious.
ness, dizzy spells, indigestion, cone
stipation prove it. Ayers Pills are
regular liver pills. They make
wrong livers right. Sugar-coated,
all vegetable. Sold for sixty
years &c. AyerCe.
Lowell. Mass.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-30

No. engine company responded to a To-
cal alarm of fire Saturday afternoon about
o'clock and found a slight blaze on the
third floor OF the building of Andrew D.
Graham. 14th and E streets northwest,
where steam pipes had caused the trouble
The property was not damaged.