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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
SPEEDILY CURED BY
GWTBGWRA REMEDIES

'When my boy six years old he suffered ter
ribly with eczema. He could neither sit still nor
lie in bed quiet. for the itching was dreadful Rs
would irritate spots by scratching with his nails,
any relief until used Cuticura Remedies, and I
cannot praise them too much. A doctor treated
him, and we tried almost everything, but the
eczema seemed to spread. 1t started in a small
place on the lower e1tremties and spread for
two years until it very nearly covered the back
part of his leg to the knee.
FINALLY got Cutcura Soap Ointment and
Pills, and gave them according to directions I
used them first in the morning, and that evening
before put my boy to bed used them again, and
the improvement even in those few hours was sur
prising, the Inflammation seemed to be so much
less. / used two boxes of Cuticura .rment, the
same of the Pills and the Soap, and my boy was
cured He has had return of the eczema
since, I hope you will publish my letter so the
public will know what Cuticura has done for my
boy. (signed) Mrs. A. ]. Cochran, Jr.. 1928 Co
lumbia Avenue, Philadelphia, Pa, April 49, 1905 -
Complete External and Internal Treat ment for
every Humor, from Pimples to Scrofula from In
fancy to Age, consisting Of Cuticura Soap. $780,
Ointment, &c., Resolvent, Soc. Tin form of Choco-
late Coated Pills, 25c. per vial of co., may be
had Of all druggists. single set often cures
Potter Drug & Chem. Corp, Sole Props. Boston.
DMailed Free, How to Cure Humors of Child
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Stealing an overcoat Charged.

Charles Mckelvey thirty years old,
whose home is in Philadelphia, was arrest
ed this morning by Policeman Passeno OF
the harbor precinct and charged with the
theft of an overcoat belonging to Henry
Mockabee. McKelvey is employed on the
barge Howard Milf and the alleged stolen
coat was found on the barge. The gar
ment was taken from room near the
river front where the members of q club
composed of young men meet. McKelvey
called at the room Sunday afternoon. 1t is
charged. and walked out with the coat.
When placed under arrest he said he was
under the influence of liquor Sunday and
that he had no recollection Of how he got
back to the barge. He deposited SIC col
lateral with the police for his appearance
In the Police Court tomorrow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
ACCIDENTALLY HURT.
John II. Bond Received Charge Of
Shot In the Chest,

John NJ. Bond, twenty-four years old.
who lives at Aquasco. Prince George coun-
ty. Nd. was brought here this morning
and taken to the Emergency Hospital to
be treated for gunshot wound Of the left
chest. It was stated that he was acciden-
tally shot by Arnold Nailor, sixteen years
old. while engaged at target practice yes
terday. The wounded man was cared for
at his home yesterday and was brought
here this morning by his attending physi-
clans and friends. 1t was found that the
charge OF shot from the gun had struck
him In the left side OF the chest and caus-
ed number of small wounds. Until an
operation is performed the extent of the
wounds cannot be determined. 1t Is
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
He Needed Sleep.

There's man in my house, exclaimed
a woman, who rushed up to Policeman
Cav of the first precinct station yesterday
afternoon on 9th street northwest The
woman was greatly excited and she had
the appearance of having dressed quickly.
The policeman went to the house at 923
9th street northwest and there he found
The sleeper was aroused and was sent to
the station house, where he gave his name
as Frank Sohl. He was arraigned before
Judge Mullowny in the Police Court this
morning on charge of disorderly conduct.
The sentence was $50 fine or sixty days on
the farm.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
All Printing Problems Are Simplified
by leaving the solution to Byron S. Adams,
C12 1lth ST. Unsurpassed facilities-Advt
Caused by Leaky Stove Fixture.

Michael Healey. who Is in the employ of
Mrs. Elizabeth Moore of ITO New Hamp-
shire avenue, was found IN an unconscious
condition yesterday morning, having In
hailed gas that had escaped from a leaky
stove fixture In his room. A physician
was summoned to the house to attend
him, but as there had been but little Inn
provement shown in his condition during
the day he was removed to the Emer-
gency Hospital about o'clock in the af-
ternoon- 1t was stated at the hospital this
morning that there had been a decided
Improvement In his condition and that
his recovery is expected
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Irish Ladies' Choir.

The Irish Ladies' Choir Of Dublin, Ire
land, composed of twenty-six of the most
celebrated artists of Ireland, under the di-
rection of Madame Cosstlett- Heller, will
give two concerts at the New National
Theater on Sunday, December 81, 1905, at 2
and pm.
The soloists, Madame Cosstlett-Heller,
prtma donna soprano: Miss Holland, con-
tralto; Miss Violet Kelly, harpist; Miss
Madge Murphy, violinist; Miss jamie Jellie,
pianist, are leading artists of Ireland in
vocal and Instrumental music. The choir
Will come direct from Boston, New York
Providence and Philadelphia, where they
have been greeted by immense audiences.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Death of Mrs. E. B. Thompson.

The death of Mrs. Sigrid Gustafson
Thompson. wife of Mr.. E. B. Thompson OF
this city. is announced by cablegram from
Joenkoeking. Sweden, where she was Wis
fling her mother Mrs. Thompson was one
of the advanced workers in the Capital
Camera Club. and possessed the artistic
temperament in a high degree During tho
past four years she had taken great in
terest IN the Photographic exhibitions IN
Washington, and was one of the clubs rep
resentatives in the American Salon of Pho
toeraphic Art. Mr.. Thompson is in the
employ OF the geological survey, and has
been in the west for several months.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Mementoes of the Season.

The store of William Hahn & Co., at 7th
street and Massachusetts avenue northwest
was the scene the evening of December %
of double presentation of gifts. The re-
cipients were Mr.. William Hahn. one Of the
proprietors, and Mr.. Benoid Dreyfuss, cash
Ter. Mr.. Hahn received a handsome leather
suit case and Mr.. Dreyfuss an elegant silk
umbrella. The gifts were from the en-
ployes of the 7th street store as mark OF
their esteem and good wishes. Mr.. Stern
made the presentation speeches and Mr..
Hahn responded. expressing his gratitude
and surprise at this unexpected action of his
employees. Mr.. Dreyfuss also made some
appropriate remarks of appreciation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
FUNERAL OF SAM 11oY.
Remains Followed by Friends to Grave
In Congressional Cemetery.

The funeral OF Sam Moy, the Chinese
iaundryman who committed suicide Satur-
day. attracted a number of curious persons
to Congressional cemetery yesterday after
noon. Seated on the hearse beside the
driver WAS Chinese friend OF the deceased.
who dropped imitation money along the
street for the purpose of attracting the evil
spirits. These Spirits In the form of
men. women and children, appeared and
gathered the slips of paper to keep as SOU
venirs of the funeral.
Several ladies and three Cinnamon occu
pied the two carriages which followed the
corpse, one of the latter caring for a basket
of cooked food that had been prepared in
one Of the restaurants dn chinatown.
Upon reaching the cemetery and seeing
hundred or more curious persons the
Chinese mourners decided to make a.
change in the burial ceremony to prevent
gratifying the curiosity of the crowd. In
stead of burning the dead mans effects and
setting fire to punches of punk upon the
grave they lowered the articles into the
grave with the basket of food. one of them
made few remarks over the open grave
and the ceremony was concluded.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Hoods Pills

Act the liver and bowels. cure x--4
bliousness, constipation. morning III
and sick headache, break up colds. 10oR' !
relieve uncomfortable fullnees after IT'S Good !
dinner. Painless cathartic 25c. S--x
c. l. HOOD CO.. Lowell. Mass
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
"Bedford's Hope"

4 new Carter play entitled "Bedfords
Hope will be at the Academy next week
Montana is Its locale. The bad lands"
scene is described as a faithful pic
ture of that well-known stretch of
country. "Old Pard Mine" is the center
Of interest during three acts, the last act
occurring at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel A
realistic race between automobile and
locomotive and train of cars through bad
lands" is introduced during the action of
the play.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
EXCURSIONS TOMORROW.

Norfolk and Washington steamers for
Fort Monroe, Norfolk and all points south
every day in the year at $50 pm.
Electric trains from 18th street and Penn
sylyanta avenue for Mount Vernon hourly,
10 a. m to pm. Arlington and Alexandra
every twenty minutes.
Cars from station at Aqueduct bridge for
Arlington, Fort Myer and Falls Church
half hourly.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Ordered by Commissioners.

Orders issued by the Commissioners today
included the following:
That 2I3 feet, more or less. of eight-inch
water main be laid in w street between 18th
and 18th streets northwest
That the probationary appointment of
Robert b. Doing, as chairman in the sewer
division of the engineer department. at a
compensation of $3.50 per annum. be made
permanent.
That 100 feet of four-feet 6-inch diameter
sewer be constructed along the west side of
the sewerage dumping station at an esti-
mated cost of 81 ,225
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
LOCAL MENTION.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

Academy-LIliian Mortimer In mo Mother
to Guide Her" SIS pm.
Belasco-Mrs. Fiske in Leah Kleschna,"
Sis pm.
Chase's-Mr. Bert Coote and polite vaude-
vile. Sis pm.
Columbia-"The College Widow" SIo
pm.
Kernan's-The Ideal Burlesquers COM
pany, SIS pm.
Majestic-Robert CONFESS In Lieut.. DICK
L. s. A." Sis pm.
National-Banche Walsh in THE Woman
In the Case" S:15 pm.
Convention Hall-Hippodrome- the world
greatest American and European circus and
vaudeville acts, 2:15 and SIS pm.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Have You ANYTHING to Sellp

You cannot do any better anywhere than
at Marcus Notes auction rooms, 426 9th n
W. Every article consigned to me is sold by
me personally and l study your interest as
much as my own. Estimates freely given
and results guaranteed. Advances made on
goods awaiting sale If wanted-no charges; l
store goods at reasonable rates and advance
money on same without any charge what
ever. A postal or phone message from you
will bring our wagons to your door. Phone
Main 5171.
Regular sales every Thursday. Special
sales when necessary. de23, eod-6t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
HMe Him and ~

me, Him and l." Hurtig and Seamon' s
successful musical comedy, will be next
weeks attraction at the Majestic Theater
Many scenic effects have been added since
the company made its first tour through
the country and no less than So, COO is men,
toned as the sum expended for costumes
and scenery. The cast is headed by SulIi-
van, Watson and Whitelaw, trio of fun
provokers. Among the principals are FERN
Melrose, who appears as Vera HEARTBURN,
an emotional prima donna. The music was
written by Max Hoffman,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Hebrews to Give a Rail-

The Washington Hebrew Congregation
will give g. complimentary ball at Rausch-
ers the night of January 4. A program is
being arranged The ball will be followed
by supper The ball Is given just follow
Ing the celebration of the fftieth anniyer-
sary of the Washington Hebrew Congrega-
ton, and will be leading social among the
Hebrews of Washington during the winter
season.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27

Central Body Endorses Proposition fo8
Increased Paw In Postal Service.

Two resolutions were adopted last evens
Ing at the regular meeting OF the Central
Labor Union. one thanking Mr.. Harry w.
Sherman, former president of the central
body, for his work In It's behalf. and the
other commencing Postmaster General
Cortelyou for the stand he has taken In
demanding increased pay for the employees
OF the postal service. Mr. Sherman has
been elected secretary of the International
Brotherhood OF Electrical Workers, and
will establish his headquarters at Roch-
ester, n. Y.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Knocked Down and Robbed.

Report was made to the police today by
Ryland Ridgeway of 642 Sheridan street
northwest that he had been knocked down
and robbed in the rear of 1915 c street
northwest about 1 o'clock this morning by
colored man. He was robbed, he told the
police, Of his pocketbook, containing about
IS In cash, pawn ticket and a ring Mr.
Ridgeway thinks he can identify the man
who robbed him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Marine Band Concert.

The fifth concert of the semi-monthIy
series by the Marine Band will be played
at the Columbia Theater next Sunday
evening when the band will play the old
year out and the new year in. program
of numbers requested by patrons of the
concerts has been arranged. Mr.. jacques
l.. Vanpouoke, premier clarinettist of the
band, will be chief soloist of the occasion.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27

Now promptly fill orders for all gas re-
pairs.
New stock of Welsbach mantles and gas
portable drop lights.
Lamp oil promptly delivered. VIII close
out all stock on hand at time OF fire and
replace with new goods.
1904 G ST. NV.
c. A MTDDIMAN & CO,
616 18TH ST. NV.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Need More Fruit Cakep

just postal or phone an >order for
Holmes genuine homemade Fruit Cake
more delicious than the best fruit cake
you've ever tasted. Any size cake you
want. 25c. lb. Genuine homemade Mince
Pumpkin and other favorite Pies 2oc each
Holmes Bakery, list and E SITS. Phones
E. 1440 and 1441. IT
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Harry Houdini.

Harry Houdini. 1.-The king of handouts,
prison cells and manacles," will be at
Chase's next week. The program will also
include Carroll Johnson. 1.-The Beau Brum-
nell of minstrelsy;" the extraordinary
Mosher-Houghton trio. comedians and
startling sensationalists a-wheel, and
others
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Majestic Moving Pictures.

Next Sunday night the Majestic Theater
offers an entirely new program Of moving
pictures The latest foreign subjects will
be introduced, many of them for the first
time before Washington audience. One
of the pictures was taken during a recent
outbreak In ST. Petersburg.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27

Capt. Chauncey G. Talcott, a retired
business man of Silver Creek. N Y, and
uncle of Walter W. Talcott OF this city,
died suddenly this week. The nephew was
called to SILVER Creek by the sad news
Capt. Talcott was q prominent Mason and
was closely identified with the Grand Army
Of the Republic.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Work Of Burglars.

Buy the quality Butter-Elk Grove-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Sam Deysrs,s COMPANY.

Sam Devere's Own Company comes to the
Lyceum Theater next week. Among those
appearing, besides Sam Devere, are: Andy
Lewis and company in a new and original
comedy novelty entitled THE Queen of
Bavaria
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Shepard's Moving Pictures.

THE White Caps will be one of the
leading features of Archie L. Shepards ex-
hibition of moving pictures at the Acad-
envy next Sunday. Mr.. Tom Moore will
again appear in new Illustrated songs
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27

Coroner hewitt was called upon today to
investigate the death of an infant child of
William II. Hunter, colored, which oc-
Cured this morning at the Hunter home.
1902 T street. The coroner decided that
death was the result of natural causes,
and a certificate was given accordingly.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
miscellaneous Sales.

Anything may be advertised in The star
under For Sale Miscellaneous at one cent Q
word each day X the notice ID inserted for
three days or more. Many sales are made
BY small amounts invested in advertising.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
To Serve Your Holiday Guests

there's nothing superior to "Old Glory
Beer. 1t represents the highest type of
dark beer-;hygienicaIly brewed. amply aged.
Write or phone Abner-Drury Brewing Co.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
VIM. Cannon's Celebrated Purissima

Rye represents the highest perfection at
tainable in Whskey distilling. It's an ideal
tonic-stimulant. Phone N 52S. 1925 18th w.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27

Burglars entered the restaurant of Costeil
Bros, corner of 9Th and G streets north
west, last night and took about $25 from
the cash register An entrance was effected
by cutting panel from the basement door
after unsuccessful attempts had been made
to enter at two other places.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Not a Question of Chance

when you list your property with Moore &
Hill, Incorporated-it is practically a GER
tainty that it will be handled. Fair dealing
and painstaking attention. Give them trial
advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
PeDsiron Pills

Ironize the blood. feed and brain. tone the
stomach. aid digestion. give restful sleep. Is.
pecially beneficial in nervousness and snemia.
Chocoa coated, pleasant to take. b0c. and 81.
Druggists or mail.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Rosenfeld's Pure Ice Cream

and Sherbet for your entertainments will
please your guests. Special prices for
lodges and churches. Phone East 1909. 812
II ST. ne.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
The Income That Never Fails

is the income derived from funds deposited
In banking dept. of Union Trust Co, l4l4
F ST. NV; per cent interest paid.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
CITY ITEMS.
6 lbs. Ginger Snaps. Poo. !,

3 lbs. Currants, 25c.; 3 lbs. Seeded Raisins,
25c.; 2 lbs. Citron, &c, December % only,
at J. T. D. Pytes' stores. including 94S
La. ave. It
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27

Robert Hayes colored, thirty-six years
old, a resident of Southeast Washington,
fell from the steps In front OF house 500 O
street northwest last night about $50
O'Clock and cut his head. He went to the
Emergency Hospital and had his injury
dressed
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27

The Proper Carriages for Social
functions; stylish and elegant; hired reason
ably at Downey's Stables, 10000 l. St.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Death of Captain Talcott.

Elk Grove Butter excellent in quality
Advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27

For the Host "Old Braddock" Md. Rye
Is the best aid In dispensing holiday hospi-
tality. A whiskey of unusually fine flavor
and bouquet. Pure, old. At best dealers -
Advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27

Red Immortelles, 25 Cents Per Bunch;
Christmas wreaths from 35 cents UP, at
Kramer's, 916 + st. de14-tf
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27

Every one praises Elk Grove Butter
Advertisement
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27

Best Gran. Sugar, 411c. h.; Choice Po-
tatoes, roc. blu. Johnston's, 731 It'll st NV it,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27

New Floral Effects for Dinners,
teas, luncheons etc Blackstone, 14th Il ii.
- advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27

100 Varieties of Soc. Candies, 35c.,
at Geo. B. Sheetz's, cor F and 10th.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Good Kitchen Dressers Cost Little.

here. Call and inspect our large stool
Efsinger Bros, 21O9 18th NV. Phone n. III
de27-d, eSu-3
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27

Southern Charity Ball, January 16.
New Willard. U. s. Marine Band. de19-13t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27

Leading Grocers sell Elk Grove Butter
Advertisement
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
The Most Delicious Fruit Cake
C. A. Muddiman & Co.

at ReIsingers for DC. ID; Ice Cream, 81
ral., soc - gal. 30 @ st. Phone M. 2T5I.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27

Particular people buy Elk Grove Butter
Advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27
Chris Handlers Pride of Virginia Port

A great tonic for building up the strength
after illness. 75c. at. only at 900 9TH st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-27

VIM. j. Zeh Co.-Coal-1237 G st. NV
Reading or Lehigh best qualify, stove,
chestnut and egg, at $675 per ton spot
cash.-Adyt.