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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
PLAYS TRICK ON JEwELER.
Young Mans Ruse to Secure Valuable
Diamond Ring.

A young man entered Castelberg's JeWeiry
store on Pennsylvania avenue late yester-
day afternoon and asked to be shown some
diamond rings. He gave his name as j. f.
Roberts, and said he lived at 1902 IL street
northwest. Selecting three valuable rings
from the tray he asked that clerk be
sent to his house to show them to his wife,
who was sick. A short time afterward
the clerk called at the house and was
shown to Mr.. Roberts room.
The young man explained to the clerk
that his wife was taking BATH and sug-
gested that he be permitted to show her
one of the diamonds that was worth $751;
His request was granted, and Roberts, as
he gave his name, went toward the bath
room. He evidently did not stop, however,
for the clerk became tired of waiting and
went in search of him, but without success.
Then the police were told of the affair,
and Detectives Father and McNamee are
looking for the confidence man. 1t was
stated at the house that Roberts had no
wife there with him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Funeral of A. M. Schlerf.

Funeral services over the remains of AL
Ian NJ. Schlerf were held at 10 O'Clock this
morning at the home, 919 street north
west, by Rev. ]. E. A. Doermann, pastor of
Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, of
which the deceased was a member. The
pallbearers were George Stutz, Leon Cohen,
John McCullen. C. L. Turner, Adam Fey,
jr., and Arthur Null.
Mr.. Schlerf lost his life in the fire at Hot
Springs, Ark. on February p, 1895. The re-
mains arrived in the city Monday night,
March !, and were identified by DIR. c. IL.
Rowland, the young mans dentist.
Mr.. Schlerf was twenty-three years old
and was born and reared in this city. He
left the city during January of this year for
an extended tour of the west. He had a
host of friends in Washington and else
where who mourn his untimely death. He
was popular among his associates and en-
deared himself to all who knew him.
Interment was made at Glenwood
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
"Nancy Brown"

Nancy Brown" a rollickng, jolly musical
comedy In two acts, which played nearly
an entire season at the Bijou Theater, New
York, two years ago, will be seen, be-
ginning Monday, March 10, at the Lafay-
cite Theater
This piece is the joint work of Frederick
Ranken and George w. Broadhurst There
are several new and original lighting eff
fects introduced in the songs and the stage
business is novel and pretty Miss Mary
Marble. well-known Washington player,
plays the title role, while William Mande-
vile, Edwin w. Lewis, Katie Allen Fox
and Robert Harry play the other principal
roles. The production is under the man
agement of the Harlan
Company.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
THE FREER COLLECTION.
Report Made to the Smithsonian Insti-
tuition

A report has been made by the subcom
mittee of the board of regents of the
Smithsonian Institution which recently
visited Detroit to inspect the collection of
Mr.. Freer. which that gentleman has Of
fered to the institution, together with a
building in which to display it. Former
Senator John B. Henderson acted chair
man Of the committee which visited Detroit
and the publication of the report is possible
through the courtesy of that gentleman and
Secretary Langley of the Smithsonian.
A generalization of the collection of
Whistler paintings, works of art by other
American artists and objects of antique art
from Japan has been presented through
The Star. No actual figures showing the
size of the collection have as yet been
printed and the report states that there are
$50 paintings by Whistler alone, these in
Guiding the famous Peacock Room which
caused such a sensation at the time of its
creation by the eccentric American when
living in London.
This room is painted in panels of leather
and these were cut from the walls of the
room. i'll which they were erected, taken to
the home of Mr. Freer in Detroit and there
set up again. They form a picturesque
whole or may be enjoyed separately, every
panel being distinct in itself, yet part of
the entire scheme 1t is the intention of
the donor to place this unique painting in
room by itself in the building he intends
to the Smithsonian. and it was with this
proviso that he made the original offer of
the collection.
In addition to the Whistler paintings and
etch1ngs there are said to be fifty framed
paintings by the American artists Pyron,
Dewing and Thayer, and more than five
hundred paintings accredited to Chinese and
japanese artists of the tenth and eleventh
centuries. There also about $50 pieces
OF pottery of very ancient date. supposed to
be the work of Chinese, Japanese and
Korean artists.
Although the official acceptance of the
gift has not yet been made, it is expected
at an early date. The collection will. in the
event of its acceptance, together with the
conditions attached to the offer, be turned
over to the regents of the institution upon
the death of the donor In the meantime a
building to cost not less that $500 900 will
De erected upon a plot of ground to be Sc
lected by the regents ana therein the col
lection will be placed Immediately upon 1t
becoming the property of the institution
The entire collection is vaIued at the pres
ent time at 100000, but Mr. Freer prom
1ses to add to it to the extent of 500 600 so
that the total intrinsic value of his gift will
De III 100000 for the collection and $,yvODO
Tor the building for it's accommoda ton
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Royal Blue Trains to Philadelphia and

From Baltimore and Ohio station, Every
other odd hour" Superb equipment of YES
tibuled coaches, parlor. cars and dining
cars The famous Royal Limited leaves at
3 pm-AdVt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Church Dedication.

Calvary Methodist Episcopal Church, on
the north side of Columbia road, between
14th and 18th streets, will continue the
service for dedication week." Tonight is
designated as Methodist night" when the
pastors and members of other churches of
the denomination are especially invited to
be present The principal speaker will be
Mr.. W. E. Andrews, auditor for the Treas
ury Department. Thursday evening the
LORD S supper will be administered and the
services of the week will close with Sun
day school night Friday evening, when in
teresting exercises will be held. including an
address by Methodists of national reputa-
ton.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Chevalier.

Albert Chevalier, the great English char
acter comedian, will begin his limited en-
gagement at the Monday matinee at
Chases next week, and he will appear at
each of the twelve performances during the
week. Chevalier's reception in this country
has been a continuous ovation, and his en-
gagement in New York has been attended
by audiences of unprecedented size, as
many being turned away as could be given
seats. The program will also present the
Miles-Stavordale quintet, in string imita-
lions of the human voice; Emmett Dewey
and Company, in The Sanity Mr.. Bill
Engs;' the Italian trio, the Three Madeaps
from La Belle Parie," in novel acrobatic
dances; Owley and Randall juggling come
dams; Matte Lockette, child impersona tor,
and motion pictures of race for a wife.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
GONE TO NEW YORK.
Mission Of Samuel Gompers Matter of
Speculation.

The departure of Mr.. Samuel Gompers.
president of the American Federation of
Labor, for New York last night. has given
rise to the report that he had been sum
moned to that city by the leaders of the
subway railroad strike to counsel with
them In connection with prospective terms
for a settlement of the troubles. Before
leaving Washington Mr.. Gompers is re-
ported to have said:
mo, l have not been requested either by
the railway officials or the leaders of the
strike to come to New York at this time.
l expect to be advised while in New York
of what has taken place, and any assist
1nce that l may be able to render in reach
ing settlement of the strike will be cheer
fully given My visit to New York just
now is IN accordance with an arrangement
made heretofore to consider some matters
of an internal nature affecting the team
sters union and the drivers of the news
paper mail delivery service
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
"Queen of the White Slaves.n

A. H. Woods magnificent production of
Arthur J. Lambs thrilling melodrama
Queen of the White Slaves will be the
attraction al the Academy next Monday
night. The story of the play deals with the
abduction of beautiful girl by band
known as The Terrible Nine" which is a
branch of the "Hghbinders,' who sell her
to a powerful oriental, to be placed at the
head of his household and as the title in
dcates queen of his white slaves. How
this despicable plot is frustrated through
the fundamentally of a brave detective is
interestingly and strongly told, and teens
with sensationalism, genuine pathos and
quaint comedy. The usual matinees will be
given on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Phillips Academy Banquet.

As the guests of the Chinese minister
who is president of the Washington Asso-
citation of the alumni OF Phillips Academy,
Andover, mass, the members of the asso-
citation have been invited TO attend a
smoker at the University CluD 10th and K
streets. tomorrow evening at $50 o'clock
This is the third meeting held this winter,
and ii is called to make final arrange
meuts for the stereopticon exhibition and
reception to Principal Stearns, which is to
be held at the Chinese legation early in the
spring. Mr.. George II. O'Connor is to be
the guest of the association to lead the
singing. and Prof. George l.. Raymond has
prepared paper contrasting Andover with
the public schools of Great Britain.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
CITY AND DISTRICT.

While attempting to board a street car
near I'd and B streets southeast yesterday
afternoon Burch Blaine. forty-five years
old, living at 200 Virginia avenue southeast,
fell and received a cut over his eye. His
hand was also injured. The police patrol
wagon was summoned and he was removed
to the Casualty Hospital.
Mrs. Mary Baxter, fifty years old. living
at No. 9th street northeast, fell from q
moving car at 10th and E streets about
S:3o O'Clock yesterday afternoon. She held
to the car and was dragged a short dis
tance, but was not injured. She was able
to get back on the car and go home with
out assistance.
Solomon Alerson, a roomer at 80 AZ
street southwest, surprised this morn
ing when he got up about 4:30 o'clock and
found that there had been a visitor in his
room during the night. The caller had en-
tered the room by getting through a win
dow on the second floor and had taken $50,
a watch and chain and pair of suspenders
The police We're told of the affair and an
investigation is being made.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Wholesale Dealers Form an Exchange.

An exchange has been organized by the
wholesale dealers in butter and eggs Per-
manent headquarters are to be opened on
the second floor of the building at the cor
ner of 10th and streets northwest. At
present a room on the second floor of 223
10th street will be the scene of the daily
meeting of the members at half past IL in
the morning.
The officers of the organization are:
Albin Price, president; O. o. Spicer first
vice president; w. S. Hoge. second vice
president; +. o. Whitford. third vice pres
ident; Joseph w. Falk. treasurer, and Rob-
ert l.. Burgess, secretary.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08

The steamer Charles Manchester after be-
ing thoroughly. renovated and overhauled
from stem to stern inaugurates the spring
schedule to Mt. Vernon, home and tomb of
Washington tomorrow. The steamer leaves
7th street wharf every week day at 10 am
and AS pm, returning due to arrive at
Washington at LAO an 5:15. The delight
full sail on the historic Potomac presents
an opportunity to see the United States
monitor Puritan, United States arsenal,
Alexandria, Fort Foote and the modern
fortified tons of Fort Washington and Fort
Hunt There is an up-to-date cafe on the
steamer.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
London Nav Have q Strike

cablegram from London says: The
managers of the London underground rail-
ways have issued circular, addressed to
the employees giving the proposed scale of
pay which will be in force when the cleo
IRRIGATION of the roads, now in progress.
shall have been completed. The new scale
will entail a reduction of wages. For
week OF six days OF ten hours each. the
proposed wages are: Motormen, 1915 to
t10.65; conductors, $6.25 to $50; gatemen,
)5.26 to 1886. The men want q nine-hour
day and higher wages. A strike Is possible
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Epworth League Convention Tour to

Denver. via Pennsylvania railroad. Leave
Washington at 80 am, Monday, July B.
for the opening of the international con-
vention. Special Pullman train of Pullman
and dining cars from Harrisburg. Tourist
agent, chaperon and stenographer accom-
trip transportation and Pullman berth and
meals on special train going, 5000. Tickets
good to return on regular trains until July
IA. Consult B. M. Newbold, p A. S. E. D.,
18th and G streets, Washington, or address
Geo. w. Boyd, general passenger agent
Philadelphia.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Moving Pictures.

AT the Academy next Sunday evening
Shepard's moving pictures will again be
the attraction. On this occasion pictures of
the inaugural ceremonies will be shown,
Mr. Shepard having had his operators in
the city last Saturday, when they took
views of the parade, the President taking
the oath of office and the latter review
ing the grand military and civic pageant.
The pictures will also show the President
as party to the parade, accompanied by
his escort.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
v. Baldwin Johnson's Coal, 612 9th st.
Certainty of fairness beats cut price"
Women,s Presbyterial Society.

The annual meeting of the Women's
Presbyterial Society for Home Missions
will be held tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock
in the West Street Presbyterian Church,
Georgetown. An all-day meeting with
lunch will be held. Mrs. Berle, secretary
for the Women's Board of Home Missions,
and the Rev. Mr.. Llavok, a missionary
among the Bohemians of this country, will
make addresses. There will be the usual
reports and election of officers.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
wants Permission to Change Plans.

The Pennsylvania Railroad Company has
applied to the building department of the
District for a permit to change the plans of
it's proposed new freight depot in the square
bounded by Virginia avenue, Az, E and Sd
streets southwest. 1t is proposed to con-
struct a second story at the northwest cor
rer for the accommodation of clerks and
patrons of the depot. This addition will be
more than 100 feet long.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Geographic Society Meeting.

special popular meeting of the National
Geographic Society has been arranged for
this evening at the National Rifles Armory,
$50 G street northwest, when Col. w. S.
Schuyler will deliver an illustrated lecture
on Manchura. Meetings are also sched-
uled for Friday and Saturday evenings at
the same place. and the announcement is
made that Secretary of War Taft will ad-
dress the society on the Philippines about
May 1.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Death of DR.. Carter Berkeley.

DR.. Carter Berkeley of Staunton, Va, a
distinguished officer in the confederate
army during the civil war. died at Staun-
ton yesterday. DR.. Berkeley was the father
of Capt Randolph Carter Berkeley of the
United States Marine Corps, now stationed
at Santo Domingo Prior to enlistment in
the Marine Corps Captain Berkeley was
private secretary to Col l.. S. Brown. gen.
erai agent of the Southern railway, this
CITY,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Moses Remodeling Sale.
All goods reduced 10 to so per cent.-Advt.
COMMUNICATED the Special Cops.

In relieving his force of special Inaugural
ton policemen from duty yesterday evening
Lieut. John C. Daley of the ninth precinct,
before giving the order to break ranks"
complmented the men on the efficient man
ner they had performed their duty during
the trying period. He said not one of his
specials had been relieved from duty for
cause nor had there been complaint from
citizens or strangers against any of them.
The same remarks, he added applied also
to the regular policemen of the ninth.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Verdict for Defendant.

jury in Circuit Court No. / has rem
dered verdict in favor Of the defendant
in the case of Adolph Brandmann against
Fletcher Houck. the suit having been
brought for an alleged SANDER Injurious to
the formers business. Mr. Houck was rep
resented by Attorneys Charles w. Boyle
and Charles n. Merillat.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Alexandrians to Be Heard.

The officials of Alexandria will be given an
opportunity Friday morning at II o'clock to
present before the Commissioners their pro-
test and arguments against the location of
the outlet of the proposed new outfall sewer
two miles above the Virginia city, according
to present plans. Representative Rixey, who
asked for the hearing, and the officials of
Alexandria were notified today by Secretary
Tindall of the date of the hearing
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
CITY ITEMS.
Holmes HOMEMADE "Milkv Bread

appeals to all who appreciate good things to
eat. 1t is the purest, sweetest, cleanest and
most nutritious bread that's baked. MILK
Bread is made in the real home way, and
is delivered direct from oven to table at &c.
loaf. Delicious homemade PIES, 20c each.
Holmes Bakery, LIST & Z SITS. Phones E.
141v and 1441. 1t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
LOCAL MENTION.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

Academy-"The Curse of Drink" SIS
pm.
Chase's-Polte vaudeville. SIS pm.
Columbia-May Irwin in Miss Black is
Back" SIS pm.
kernan's-rhe Fay Foster Company, SIS
pm.
Lafayette-"Peggy From Paris SIS pm.
National-"Mrs. Gorringe's Necklace,
SIS pm.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Petition in Bankruptcy.

George d. Horning, Elias Heidenheimer
and Samuel d. Minister have petitioned the
Supreme Court of the District Of Columbia
to adjudge the American Newspaper Syndi-
vate a bankrupt, alleging that 1t is insoI-
vent. Attorneys Tucker and Kenyon E. S.
Bailey and julius /. Peyser represent the
petitioners.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
An Otherwise Perfect Menu

is spoiled by serving inferior butter. To
avoid this risk order your butter of James
z. oyster, 9th & Pa. ave, where only the
leading brands are sold. BIB. boxes of Four
leaf Glover Creamery Butter a speciality
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08

Eliza Cloyd, colored, twenty-one years
old living at 1926 Green's court. was treat
ed at the Emergency Hospital last night for
an injury to her head, which she told the
police had been caused by colored man
striking her with brick.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
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, 1905-03-08
. The johnson Sale

of paintings, water colors. old prints, books.
antique furniture. hanginss, art objects,
etc, opens at Sloan's, 14O1 G. street, tomor-
row at il am. and 3 p.m.-Adyt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08

The fire department responded to an
alarm turned in from box 131 about 12:15
O'Clock this morning and found that there
had been a slight blaze in the basement at
the McGill building. The blaze was extin-
guished before the arrival of the firemen.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
"JolIy Grass Widows

''Fultons jolly Grass Widows will be
the weeks card at Kernan's Lyceum be-
ginning Monday, March 10. In the list will
be Snitz Moore, the droll German; Charles
Burkhardt and others.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08

Charles Chavis cOlored, thirty-five years
old who lives at 1914 10th street northwest,
was taken suddenly i'll al Sth and S streets
northwest yesterday afternoon. He was
given medical treatment at Freedmens
Hospital
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Headquarters for Duffy's Malt.

Duffy's Malt is popular everywhere be-
cause of its superior quality and nutritive
value. 1t will be a help to you and to ev-
cry one. Postal VIM. Cannon. 1928 18th st.
NV, or phone n. J2S for bottle.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Hotel johnson Cafes,

Business now normal. Choice Lynn Haven
Bay and Cherrystone Oysters, New York
Meats, Early Vegetables, etc. Service la
carte. Noon lunch and table de hote din
ner. 1t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08

Quality, not quantity, is the object in the
production of Abner-Drury Brewing Co.'S
"Old Glory Beer. Carefully brewed. care
fully aged; always delicious. Phone w. 1876
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
All the Way FROM Bohemia.

The hops used in brewing Nat. Cap. Brew
ing Co Munich" Beer are imported from
Bohemia to insure getting the finest. Pure
artesian well water is used. Nothing is too
good for Munich" 2 doz., 81. %. Phone ODD
1t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Prevention is Better Than Cure.

Secure absolute protection for your val
uables by renting a safe deposit box in
vaults of Union Trust Co, 1414 F ST. So year
Advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08

A horse belonging to Wescbaer BROS.
dealers in the Eastern market, ran away in
Southeast Washington yesterday afternoon
The wagon came in contact with tree and
about SO damage was caused.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Baltimore & Ohio R. R. to Philadelphia

and return, 5000 New York and ~eturn.
$40 Tickets good for eleven days. Cor
responding rates to intermediate points
Advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Csc. Pkge. Oats, With Piece of China

19c.; potatoes, Soc; cans tomatoes. 25c;
corn, 25c.; sifted peas. 25c.; 6 lbs.
prunes, 25c.; 8 lbs. starch, 25c OTIS beans,
25c.; seeded rasins, TIC; apples. SOC. PIX.
$3.50 bbl.; matches, Zoe. doz. ]. T. D. Pyles'
Z stores, including 94S Louisiana avenue.
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Carriages for Theater Parties.

weddings, receptions and all other occasions
demanding fine turnouts hired very reason
ably at Downey's New Stables, 10000 L St.
Advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08

Apply Satin skin cream to wet skin, wipe
dry. Secures satiny, smooth skin. 25c
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08
Early Spring Weddings Can Be

made most attractive by having Blackstone
furnish the floral decorations. 14th & II SITS.
Advertisement
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08

So Ladies' Golf Vests & Sweaters, csc.
50. 90 Mems Wool Jackets & Sweaters, 9sc !:
81 Boys & Girls, 49c. Auerbach's & H.
fe17-f, m, W, lot
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-03-08

Central Storage Rooms, 1909 n st.
New building, electric elevator, clean and
light Brown & Tolson, props. Phone $500
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