davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15

THE White Caps" a stirring play OF
southern life and traditions was the at
traction at the Academy of Music last even
ing. large audience witnessed the per
Torrance. The play is free from much OF
the blood-curdling material which the av-
erage melodrama contains, but there are
many dramatic scenes and climaxes the
effectiveness of which are enhanced by
scenery and electrical effects. The cast
presenting the play is one OF merit and the
audience evinced its hearty approval OF the
performers efforts by loud applause.
The play deals with the adventures of q
Tennessee sheriff. Dick Golfer. who en-
deavors to win the heart and hand of Hazel
Randolph, the daughter of a well-to-do
country gentleman. Despite the treachery
of a jealous woman, who is aided by n gang
of outlaws known as the white Caps. the
plucky sheriff wins with flying coors and
there is happy ending.
The role of Dick Golfer. the hero. is well
played by c. c. Barting. Helena Collier,
sister of William Collier, portrayed the hero
Inc, and showed talent in emotional lines
Alexander kearney as Jim Healy had a pc
cuiar dialect that made his part interest
Ing and Tom Garrick as Judge Randolph
won applause. The Blue Grass Quartet rem
dered several selections during the second
act
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15
CENTRAL LABOR UNION.
Weekly Meeting Held Last Night
business Transacted

At the weekly meeting of the Central La
Dor Union last night at Typographical Tenn
pie credentials were presented and the del
egates seated from Electrical Workers
Union, No. 1913; Steel and Copper Plate
Printers Union, No. ., and the Amalga-
mated Society of Carpenters and Joiners
No. 3. The Iron Moders' Union. No. 215,
notified the central body of the withdrawal
of its delegates. The cause of this action
on the part of the iron molders will be in
vestigated by an organization committee.
On motion representatives of the Balti
more Garment Workers Union were granted
the privilege of the floor, and requested
that a committee be appointed to act in
conjunction with them to visit the retail
firms of this city, with view of extending
the label of the craft on their goods.
Delegate Ross of the Sheet Metal Work
ers reported that at the recent convention
of his ma tional organization ]. A. DAILY for
mer financial secretary of the Central La
Dor Union, was elected fourth vice presi-
dent.
The announcement was made that the
plate printers will give excursion to Mar
shall Hall next Saturday.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15
FOUND STRANGE MAN
Wandering in Woods on Congress
Heights Today

Policemen Farmer and Lusby of the
Anacostia precinct found man wandering
about the woods on Congress Heights about
3 O'Clock yesterday afternoon. and his con-
duct indicated that he might need treat
officers others. and 1t was only after
persistent questioning by Desk Sergeant
Ray that he would tell his name, which he
said is Fenton Bower He would not tell
anything about the location of his home
or the whereabouts of his friends.
Written upon a slip of paper found in his
pocket were the names Lydia B. Bower and
Jane Bower. The address Of the former
was given on the paper as Stuyvesant, Co
lumbia county, n. Y, and that Of the lat
ter given West Seneca Ithac ca coun-
ty, the same state. When the prisoner
reached the station he stood at the rail and
slip Of paper was found. Then he admitted
that the names were those of his sisters
And IS your name Bower" asked the
desk sergeant
That's what it is" was his answer
And your first name?"
That's all l going to tell you" said
the prisoner. THE police smart
enough to arrest me. now let them find out
what they can about me"
The prisoner became indignant and ex-
cited but would tell nothing more of him
self He was transferred to the first pre-
cinct station and held until this afternoon
to be examined by the police surgeons
Captain Roardman notified the Ithaca On
" authorities of the arrest of Bower and
received response from the chief of police
of that city this afternoon. The message
stated that relatives of Bower will come
here for him without delay. In all prob
ability he will be returned home.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15
GUESTS OF r. A. CHAPTER.
Large Party Enjoys Outing at Mar
shall Hall

Ono Of the most enjoyable excursions Of
the season, in spite Of the Indictment wealth
er. was that given to Marshall Hall last
evening by Columbia Chapter. No. /, Royal
Arch Masons, In honor OF It's lady friends.
The, evening boat was crowded with friends
OF the organization. and word OF praise
could be heard coming In all directions from
the guests. One OF the busiest and much
sought for committeeman was Charles
Cyrus Coombs, chairman of the souvenir
committee He had the distribution OF the
souvenirs-a beautiful hatpin. the head Of
which was a white enameled keystone, suit
ably inscribed which was presented TO ev-
cry lady present.
go on the excursion can get their souvenir
at Mr.. Salvatore Desio's. 1912 street. by
the presentation OF their coupon.
Aside from the regular program prepared
by the committee, Mr.. e. G. Peach sprang
surprise on those on the lower deck Of
the steamer by inviting them to participate
IN watermelon feast. which was readily
accepted by those present.
Tho committees having the event IN
charge consisted OF the following:
Omcers-W. 1vanhoe Jochum. high priest;
Harry L. Strang. king; Harry E. Claflin.
scribe; f. st. Clair Thompson. secretary;
Richard B. Nixon, treasurer; Emmett NJ
Carter. captain of host: Frank II. Pierce,
principal sojourner; Chas. e. Etchberger,
royal arch captain: Nathan J. Ward. mas
ter of third vail; Forrest H Riordsn. SEQ
ond vail; Francis n. Westerman. first vail;
J. w. Lucas, sentinel.
Executive committee-W. Ivanhoe Joch-
UNI. chairman: Harry Z. Strang Charles c.
Coombs. Harry f. Cla;lir. Ralph w. Lee.
Reception committee-Townley A. McKee,
chairman: Emanuel =. Peach. vice chair
man; z. w. Alderman. y. w. Barksdae
A, l.. Bloomer. c. p. Toss. f. L. Brice. Il.
H. Brockway, w. A. Brown. George Glib
son. l.. II. Herbert. r. II. Hohon, j. w.
Humphrey. ]. A. Hunter. ]. II. Jochum tr.
II. A. Johnston. VIM. Muehleisen. p. w.
Nicholson, c. T Nutze, S N Rocker, p
Reiter. A. s. Riddle. A l. Rogers. G. v
Buck. Q. II. Coombe. f. Cornman. @. w.
Engel. r. G. Fletcher, Alexander Gordon.
jr.. c. c. Lancaster c. Lewis. l.. f Lyons,
n S: Meyer. H. j. Mock, II. c. Stiles,
Frank II. Thomas, J. Tyssowski, d. c.
vaughn. c. c. Yeabower, F.. w. Yea.
Floor committee-Charles B. Matthews
chairman; Frank E. Gibson vice chairman:
Fred Albrecht, w. B. Altemus c. w
Botsch. j. NJ Britt. ]. F. Button, +. G.
Butts, E. S. Clarkscn. H l.. Corner 8
w. Denny, Newton Edmonds c. F. Gallo
way, Ross c. Gray, w. T. Hastings F. A.
Hermann, A. f. Hess A B. Hooe. j. H.
Hofacker. c. w. Hoover, Jerome Kendall
Charles Long, J. w. Lynn, c. p. McCurdy
b. NJ. Meeks William H. Mclean, Don l..
Murray, +. A. Nelson. jr., S. c. Redman.
F. ID. Riggles, Frank F. Rogers. C. c. Roll
er, j. G. Schofield. J. II. Simmons, w Don
Skeen. j. L Sellers, F. a. Steele, C. w P
Stodder, e. II. Taylor. Thomas b. Walker,
X. $. Walter and r. C. Williams.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15
He THE A / e R.
Chase's Theater.

The large audiences that taxed the seating
capacity Of the playhouse witnessed tho
opening performances Of the season at
Chase's Theater yesterday afternoon and
evening. The program of polite vaudeville
was entertaining throughout, and each
number was received with manifestations
Of approval by the audiences. The novel
musical entertainment furnished by the
Colby family appeared to be the most at
tractive feature Of the bill in the estimation
Of the auditors. The vocal and instrumental
music provided by the Colbys was enjoy
able. and Master Frank Colby's imitation
of well-known band leader was q divert
ing piece Of comedy. The burlesque on the
modern melodramas given by John Birch,
with the aid Of many hats of different
shapes and colors. which served as cos
tunes, proved a source of hilarious merri-
ment, and Charles Guyer and Nellie O. Neil
won hearty applause in their sketch, which
combined comedy, singing, eccentric dane
Ing and falling over the stage furniture.
Agreeable features of the bill were the
songs of Nine. Therese Dorgeval. from the
Theater des Varieties of Paris. and the vo-
cal numbers Of Cheridah Simpson, prOmi-
nently identified with recent musical come
dies. Both singers merited the enthusiast
tic applause with which their efforts were
greeted. Del-a-Phone, the mimic and whis-
tier, furnished a pleasing turn. and the Jug
Cling MacBanns gave an interesting exh1-
bition with Indian clubs. The vitagraph. in
addition to other pictures, presents tho
Dream of the Rarebit Fiend."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15
W. j. Bergner Dead,

William j. Bergner, the baker who re-
ceived an injury to his spine while at Ches-
apeake Beach Sunday afternoon, died at
the Belvidere Hotel there about AS o clock
yesterday afternoon The deceased was
twenty-six years old. and lived at 1920 F
street northeast. While at the excursion
resort he went in bathing, and was about
to jump from the rail inclosing the bathing
beach when he slipped and fell, injuring
his spine. His injury was so serious that
ne could not be brought to the city. He was
attended by DR.. Talbert of Chesapeake
Beach and DR.. Gviffith of Upper Marlboro.
but he was 50 seriously injured that his life
could not be saved. His brother, Harry
bersner, went to the bedside OF the patient
yesterday and was there when death &C.
CURED. The remains will be inferred in
Baltimore. "
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15
EXCURSIONS TOMORROW.

Norfolk and Washington steamers for
Fort Monroe Norfolk and all points south
every day in the year at $50 pm
Trains leave District line station FOR
Chesapeake Beach at 9:25 and II am. 2:3O.
3 80 40 and g:45 pm
Steamer Charles Manchester for Marshall
Hail. 10 a. m, 2:3O and $50 pm.
Steamer for River View. 10 am, 2:l5 and
6:45 pm.
Steamer for Baltimore leaves 7th street
wharf at pm.
Steamer Arrowsmith for Colonial Beach
at 40 an
Steamer Charles Manchester for Mount
Vernon at 10 IN. and 2:3o pm.
Steamer for Glymont and intermediate
landings at am.
Steamer for Great Falls leaves 32d and
Canal at $50 am.
Electric trains from 18th and Pennsyl-
vauia avenue for Mt. Vernon hourly, 10
a IN. TO 3 pm. Arlington and Alexandria
every twenty minutes
Cars from station Aqueduct bridge for
Arlington, Fort Myer and Falls Church
half hourly.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15
ATHLETIC CONTESTS.
Much Interest Manifested in Work Of
Little Ones.

Considerable interest was manifested yes
terday in the athletic contests at two Of
the Washington Fairgrounds. The events
at the Ludlow School did not begin until
$50 O'Clock, owing to the rain. There was
a potato race for boys from six to eight
years old. for boys from eight to ten. one
for girls from six to ten, and one for girls
oven ten years Of age. Each winner was
given blue ribbon. Two target games
were played. one for the boys and one for
the girls. the misses receiving white rib
bons They then played a game called
Fataga. in which the familiar bean bag is
used.
In the tether ball games there were three
classes, one for boys from six to eight. one
for boys from eight to ten, and one for
girls over ten years of age. After the games
were over, the instructress, Miss Erskine,
had them form in line and march Kin
dergarten games followed, after which every
one, parents and children. Joined in singing
America.
The events at the North Capital street
playground were as follows:
25-yard race-For girls thirteen years old.
Won by Ida Jouvenal: Dorothy Reese,
second. Time, 4 3-5 seconds.
25-yard race-For girls eleven years old.
Won by N. Newheiser; Anna Sullivan,
second. Time, 3=5 seconds.
Running broad 5ump-For girls thirteen
years old Won by Miss Jouvenal; Miss
Hoffman, second: Miss Carhart, third. Dis
lance, IL feet inches.
100yard race-For boys fourteen years
old. Won by Cooper; Graham, second
Time, II 3-5 seconds
Potato race-For boys thirteen years old.
Won by Sherman; Berger second Time,
As 2-5 seconds.
Potato race-For boys eleven years old.
Won by Pearson; Bragg. second. Time.
40 2-5 seconds.
Potato race-For boys nine years old. Won
by Perry; Nearans, second. Time, "a sec
onds.
Running broad jump-For boys. Won by
Pearson; Cooper, second. Distance, 10 feet
8 inches.
at each one OF the Fairgrounds until the
final meet at the Coliseum the second Sat
urday in September. Prizes will be given
at this final meet.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15
Funeral Of Louis A. Bocock.

The funeral of Louis A. Bocock, also
known as Bowen. a former member of the
4th Field Battery of Artillery, who commit
ted suicide Thursday while temporarily in
sane. took place with full military honors
g.: o'clock yesterday evening in the ceme-
terry at the Soldiers Home. Tho pail bear
were members of Roosevelt Garrison,
Army and Navy Union.
The simple but impressive soldiers burial
service was performed by Rev. Allen Crit
fifth chaplain of the Soldiers Home; the
band of the Home played several appro-
pirate airs. and as fifty veterans Of the In
stitution, clad in their blue uniforms,
formed square about the grave, the re-
mains were lowered into their last resting
place. while the band rendered Nearer My
God to Thee" Then three rifle volleys were
fired and taps sounded. The widow of
the deceased and several friends were pres
ent at the ceremonies.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15
Elopement Ends In Marr1ape

Miss Nora f. Carter and Mr.. Pierre Tau
lelle We're married last night at the home
OF the groom's parents, 1907 New York ave
nue. northwest. The marriage was the Gull
mination Of the elopement from Stanton
Va. last Friday. and the arrest and deten-
ton of the young lady. heretofore stated
In The Star. Mr.. East the guardian OF the
young lady, reached the conclusion yes
terday that he could not prevent the mar
riage of his ward, and thought 1t hest to
give his consent and attend the ceremony,
He therefore attended the wedding Ger
emory and gave the bride away Miss Cliff
ford Perry of Stanton attended the bride
ana the Key; A. A. Mckay performed the
ceremony. The couple went away, TO be
gone two or three weeks
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15

The Associated Charities, carrying out a
new scheme for giving the children summer
outings, yesterday took fifty youngsters on
an automobile ride and gave them a taste
of pleasure which they will not forget In a
hurry One of the big sightseeing variety
was utilized, and it took the little ones
through the Mall. over the speedway,
through the White Lot, around Dupont
Circle and up to the Capitol and Library
of Congress
So much did the youthful occupants of
the automobile enjoy themselves that they
were clamorous to go again"
Automobile rides. 1t is expected, will con-
tinue to be features of the Associated Char
tiles summer work.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15

The United States Engineer Band. julius
Hamper chief musician, will give the fol-
lowing program at Washington Circle this
evening, beginning at 100 o'clock:
|. March. The Diplomat" ...... Sousa
z Overture. Poet and Peasant" Suppe
3. Cornet solo "A Musician Astray in
the Forest. ...........,. Hermann
(By Mns. Philips)
T. Waltz, 'Loveland" ....... HoIZmann
8. Selection, The Sho Gun" Luders
6. March, Happy Heinie" ........ Lampe
I. Excerpts from Little Johnny
Jones'. Cohan
s. Hunting Scene Descriptive Buccaloss
o. The Star Spangled Banner" ...... Key
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15
INSPECTED SCHOOL GARDEN,



Commissioner Nacfarlaud Inspected the
public school garden OF tho boys OF the
sixth grade Of the Bradley school Of the
Department Of Agriculture this morning.
under tho supertntendeuce Of Miss Susan
b. sipe. who 10 demonstrating as volun-
teer and with volunteer boys what can be
done. About 1900 square feet. together
with . planthouse. has been loaned by tho
Department Of Agriculture. and thirty boys
have been at work since tho first of March
OH eighteen plots. Now they are working
Tuesday and Friday mornings from $50 to
10 o'clock.
Mr.. Macfarland saw about twenty OF
them ut work under Miss 6ipe's direction,
and said he was struck by the good appear
ance Of the plots and the neatness Of the
grounds. Today the boys were taking home
tomatoes. string beans and radishes from
their plots. besides flowers from the orna-
mental borders which they had planted.
They said they had had also lettuce. lima
beans. beets and soup herbs. Besides their
vegetables ard flowers tho boys have been
cultivating specimens Of all the staple crops
Of the United States, including the different
grains and cotton, and have been success
full with all of them. They told Mr.. Mac
farland they had enjoyed the work and had
learned a lot" Miss Sipe spoke CRATE
fully of all the assistance which had been
given BY the Department of Agriculture.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15
Aged One Hundred Years,

Henry Thompson died in Page county,
Va, not far from Front Royal Saturday
last He was colored man, one hundred
years Of age. Thompson was born on the
James river in 1905, his mother having been
one of the large throng of slaves who were
freed by King Carter early in the last
century.
Many years ago, prior to the civil war,
he went to Warren county, where he mar
ried and spent the remainder Of his life,
respected by all who knew him. He was
one Of the old school Of colored men and
conducted himself with dignity and courtesy
toward all. His death is deeply regretted
by his white friends, as well as by those
of his own ooAoy
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15

For failing to put up lights on some build
ing material which he had piled in an al
ley running off from Chaplin street north
west Leonard Crovado was fined IS by
Judge o Neal in the Police Court today.
Policeman Lynch of the tenth precinct
station testified that he inspected the alley
on August 10 and August II and found no
lights on the material. which projected
several feet into the alley.
Attorney Simmons appeared for the de-
PENDANT and finally took the stand for his
client, contradcting the officer. But Judge
ONeal was convinced of the violation OF
the law.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15
v. Baldwin Johnson's Coal, 612 9th st.
First-class Pea Coal. $3.50 Try it-Advt
Guilty on Two Charges.

Sentences of six months for carrying con-
cealed weapons and half a month for en-
gaging in disorderly conduct were imposed
by Judge O'Neal in the Police Court today
on Fred Colston, who found. upon tes-
timony of witnesses guilty OF both charges.
Policeman w. E. Holmes Of the eighth pre-
cinct station arrested Colston on complaint
Of a resident.
The complaining witness stated that Coils
ton came to her house and commenced to
abuse her. She chided him, she said and the
first thing she knew a revolver was pointed
at her. She ran for the officer and he ar
rested Colston as he was leaving the house.
No. sir, l didn't have gun, judge"
stated the defendant.
There were too many witnesses against
him and the Joint sentence was imposed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15
Disappeared From Home.

Captain Boardman has been asked to
have the police look out for James X.
Bryant, thirty-five years old. who Is re-
ported to have disappeared from his homo
at Branchville, Prince George county, Md,
ten days ago. 1t was reported that Bryant.
who had been employed on the Baltimore
and Ohio railroad, had been Ill and had
spoken about going to hospital. He told
his family. however, that he would not 20
away without notifying them. This he
failed to do. His friends became alarmed
over his continued absence and called upon
the police for assistance, as stated The
local hospitals were visited but the miss
Ing man was not found in any of them
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15

Dancing to U. s. Marine Band Music
at Chevy Chase Lake every evening.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15
Jury to Assess Damages.

In the matter of the proposed opening of
an alley through part Of block II, Meridian
Hill, and part Of block 8. Washington
Heights, the United States marshal has
summoned the following named persons as
jury to assess the damages and benefits
Messrs. Frank B. Metzerott, John s.
Swormstedt. Eugene ]. Tighe James B.
Mclaughlin and William P. Van Wickle
The jury was summoned by the marshal
pursuant to the direction of Justice Bar
nard. before whom the five men will appear
at l o'clock tomorrow afternoon to be
sworn in.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15
Looked Like His Brother

Jasper Queen, colored. who lives at 800 !
street southeast. regrets the fact thu. he
looks anything like his brother alleging
that 1t because of this resemblance
that he received terrible injury to his
face last night. The police learned this
morning that Jasper was struck with a
brick by another colored man. who, it is
stated, had a grievance against Jasper 8
brother. When he threw a brick at Jasper
last night it was because he thought the
latter was the other member of the Queen
family. The affair occurred in the neigh
borhood of 4th and d streets southeast
about o'clock, and the injury received by
Queen may disfgure him for life. war
rant Is to be issued for his alleged assailant
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15

The Utopians. the burlesque company that
opened Kernan's Lyceum Saturday night.
played to large audiences yesterday after
noon and evening. The leading feature of
the olio, Scenes from Japan by o Hama
San, is an Interesting attraction. and the
two Ashtons gave a clever exhibition OF
juggling
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15

Ask your grocers for Elk Grove Butter
Advertise
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15
Ready for Service.

The float which will support the bridge
connecting the steamer with the shore AT
the Alexandria end OF the new ferry line
OF the Norfolk and Washington company is
about completed at Deans boatyard and
will be put overheard today or tomorrow
The float is nothing but a big water-ttght
box. large enough TO carry the weight of
the loaded wagons driving over It going
on and off the steamers. The work Of build
ing the float for use at the Washington
terminal of the ferry line has been start
ed at Deans and the box will be completed
and put overheard in about two weeks.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15
Released From Hospital for Insane.

After hearing yesterday Justice Bar
nard OF the Supreme Court OF the District
OF Columbia directed the release from the
Government Hospital for the Insane Of
Horace w Beall. In whose behalf his aunt
recently filed a petition for the writ of
habeas corpus. II is contended that Beall
is not OF unsound mind. His aunt prom
Used to see that he is properly cared for.
and no pressing objection being made by
the hospital authorities the court signed
the order of release.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15
THE STAR BY MAIL.

Those leaving the city should
have The Star sent to them by mail
IN order that they may keep in
formed about Washington affairs. In
most instances The Star will be at
the breakfast table the next day and
give ali of the news from Washing
ton of the day before. The address
may be changed as frequently az
desired. The price OF The Star by
mail daily and Sunday 10 ~ cents
per month.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-08-15
Walked AWAY From Reform School

Jennie Johnson. colored. sixteen years old
walked away from the Girls Reform School
the Goth of June, and failed to return.
THE gate was left open" she said this
morning. when arrested by Detective Lacy,
land l walked out
Jennie was found in the section of the city
called the Gap" She was taken to police
headquarters by the detective and turned
over to an officer from the reform school