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The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17
F|REMEN INJURED
At A THREE-AL ALARM
FIRE At BOSTON

Boston, Feb. 1T.-Several fremen were
injured, none fatally I'm a FIRE which dam
aged the six-story granite building. 81
North street in the North End to the ex-
tent OF about $4,000 early today. Among
those injured were Acting Chief John A.
Mullen, District Chief Peter T. McDon-
ough and Joseph NJ. Garrity, and Acting
District Chief John T. Byron.
The building was occupied by Dupra-
quet Huot and Moneuse Company. dealers
In stoves and ranges. The cause of the
fire is not known. Shortly after the fire.
men had erected their LADDERS, a hot air
explosion. blew out two large plate glass
windows on the first floor. The men on the
ladders. managed 10 keep their hold but
all OF the fremen at work in front OF the
building. were knocked down. The most
seriously hurt was Acting District Chief
Byron who had both hands and feet badly
burned and was considerably bruised
Acting Chief Mullen was badly bruised
but was able TO continue and direct the
work As the FIRE was in a dangerous To-
cality three alarms were sounded. The
greater damage was done on the first and
second floors whore much Stock was ruin
ed
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17
The Social Aids.

During the time the guests were assen1b-
ling the military and naval officers de-
tailed for the occasion 10 the White House
as the social aides of the president were
completing the arrangements by seeing
that the distinguished throng was disposed
properly for the ceremony. The officers
were: Col. G. s. Brownell. L. s. A.. the
presidents military aide. Lieut. Com
mander A. l.. Key, l.. s. N, the presi-
dents naval aide: Mai Charles l.. Nc
Cawley, L. s. VI. c.: Capt A. e. Harding.
L. S. NJ. c.: Capt. Guy v. Henry, u. 8.
A: Capt. Dan T. Moore. L. s. A.: Capt.
Fitzhugh Lee, Jr., L. s. A.: Lieut.. T. s.
Grant, Cd, L. S. a.: Lieut.. r s. Sheridan.
L. =. A.: Lieut.. Chauncey Shackford. L.
s. N; Ensign Adolphus Andrews, Il. :.
N; Capt. Spencer Cosby. Il. S A; Capt.
A. w. Butt, L. 3. A.; lieut.. J. III. Poole.
L. s. A.
few minutes before noon Mrs. Roose-
velt accompanied by the members OF her
immediate family, descended the main
staircase and. under the escort OF several
military aides. entered the east room by
tho main doors. She was escorted 10 a
position on the left side Of the platform.
which was reserved for the brides family.
Designated members Of the bride groom .
family. including his mother and sisters.
ALREADY had taken their places on tho
right side OF the platform. In order 20
keep a way clear for the wedding party
-- Continued on pARe Ten
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17

There was $4,000 aid in for stock
and surplus" said Darrow; 1920. 900 in
commercial accounts $4,000 in time ac-
counts. and $4,000 in savings. This makes
a total OF $4,000. +. f. Creelman. the
Southern lumberman. got Sl93O0 on
worthless collateral President Smith got
about 10000 on the same kind OF collat-
eral"
The savings accounts were paid in full
today. What per cent the commercial ac-
counts Will receive II unknown.
Before the bank was certified by the
state auditor President Smith. who for
four years was Judge OF the Circuit court
borrowed money and paid IL into the bank
TO cause the requisite amount OF stock
subscribed for by him 10 appear as paid
on the books. Immediately after the eX-
animation by the auditor and after the
bank had commenced 10 do business
Smith. Vice President Sorrow and others
depleted the funds by Withdrawing the
money they had deposited IN payment for
the stock subscribed for by them.
On the day the bank began business
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17
MANY COUPLES
GET LICENSES
At CITY HALL

The marriage license department in the
city hall was very busy place this
morning. The rush started with the
opening OF the Office and lasted until IL
closed at IL o'clock. Nearly every nation
ality was represented from Chinaman
to an Italian.
The Italians especially were we'll rep
resented. there being six couples who re-
ceived licenses. At times there were three
couples waiting in the Office for their turn.
Older couples as we'll as young ones re-
ceived licenses.
They all seemed happy as they entered
the office but they seemed much happier
as they left Il. About a score OF cou-
plies applied and received their licenses,
Most OF them were local people.
Among the out OF town people were the
following:
Mr. Hiram c. Hughes and Miss Eliza
beth II. Ludwig, both residents OF Arlins
ton. Mass. Mr. Hughes is employed a.
a sculptor.
Mr. Harry Walker and Miss Jane Bal
derston. Mr. Walker is a painter and re-
sides in l. all River. Miss Balderston lives
In North Tiverton.
Mr.. Hiram Trubble and Miss Sarah
Stevens. Mr. Trubble is employed as a
manufacturers agent and his home is In
Somerville, Mass Miss Stevens resides
in Lynn. Mass.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17

Smith presented to the bank two notes
for the aggregate OF s25.O00. signed by
Mary Dufsey. a housemaid in his own
family. These notes were secured by n
second mortgage on property OF little or
no commercial value.
Within few weeks after business be-
gan Smith secured s37. 500 from the bank
for himself. giving in return mortgages
on real estate, which was said 10 be OF
inadequate security. He sold to a man
named Martin 30 shares OF the stock or
the company and kept the sum realized.
$1,000 for his own use. Smith next bor-
rowed 5000 on his wlfes note. Neither
Smith, Sorrow nor the directors had any
experience as bankers.
In many drug stores notices were post
ed informing the public that deposits
would be received at the drug store for
the bank. and offers OF interest in the
Institution were held out TO drug clerks
as inducement 10 secure large deposits.
consequently many drug clerks were in
the line OF depositors that lined UP at
the bank at o'clock this morning.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17
WORK ON MINERS
DEMANDS GOES
ON STEADILY

New York. Feb 17.-The anthracite
mine workers committee OF seven, engag-
ed in drafting the demands to be made OF
the mine ouperators. met again today at
the Asland house and resumed their task.
They expect to remain in session through
out today.
They continue 20 maintain complete se-
crecy on every phase OF the work The
eight-hous day question for outside
men," is thought TO be the main feature
delaying the work. The miners committee
it is understood Is agreed that It is use
less 10 try to force the operators to en-
ploy only union men and the demand will
not be pressed
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17

II had been the desire not only Of Miss
Roosevelt. who was most concerned. but
OF the President and Mrs. Roosevelt, that
the wedding today should be celebrated
in a manner comparatively quiet, that II
should he a family affair.
Imposing Function.
This. II shortly was disclosed, could not
he gratlhed. As Il finally developed, the
wedding was tho most imposing function
that ever took place in the White House.
the thousand guests biddon 10 tho cere-
mony began 10 arrive shortly after II
O'Clock They entered by tho East Terrace
and passed up the main staircase directly
10 the historic East room. Beautiful ~ all
times. the famous room today was exqui-
site In It's classic splendor.
The warm sunshine OF a perfect Febru-
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17
MISS ROOSEVELT
HAS 4 SPLENDID
HOME WEDDING

opposite the main entrance OF the rooms
and overlooking the East Terrace. SUI
perb floral bower had been contrived with
exquisite skill and artistic taste. A semi
circular platform. twelve inches high.
was constructed before the windows. on
this the ceremony took place. so that all
i'm the room had practically. an unob-
structed view of IL. The platform was
carpeted In green. Of handsome design.
and over the carpet was thrown with art
istic carelessness, an elegant oriental rug.
designed I'm curious and intricate figures.
In colors. red predominated. Banked back
OF the platform and next 10 the windows
were palms selected for the beauty and
closeness OF their leaves
This group Of palms was fringed at tho
base with Astilbe Japonica. Forming a
background were Dracena Sanderii, OF
green and white. and gorgeous Easter
lilies, Above the platform there was 4
garlanding of greenhouse smilax and as
paragus with scores of Bride roses nes-
Ting i'm the green The effect OF the whole
was exquisitely beautiful
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17
In the Green Rooms

While the decorations IN the rooms on
the main floor Of the White House were
beautiful. they were less elaborate than
those in the East room. The vases In the
Green room were filled with Enchantress
carnations and delicate pinks and fern
fronds. The Blue room vases bore Easter
lilies with fern and asparagus fronds
while two great vases at each end OF the
mantel were filled with Easter lilies and
white roses. In the window recesses small
palms and towering plants were disposed
effectively. In the Red room 10 harmon
ze with the color scheme OF the apart
ment. the vases contained Jacduen,inot
roses I'm setting OF fern and asparagus
fronds The state dining room was not
thrown open 10 the guests until after the
ceremony. The great. high walls and cell
ing. panelled I'm walnut. bearing. Just be-
low the ceiling. the hunting trophies OF
the President. forming a handsome set
ting for the Handsomely decorated table
on which. amid n simmer OF silver ana
cut glass. the buffet wedding breakfast was
laid The great table extending almost
the entire length OF the apartment. was
decorated with vases OF American Beauty
and Bride roses. ferns and asparagus. In
the private dining room, which opens into
the state dining room on the north, the
vases on the mantel were flled with Bride
roses and fern fron6s Vases on the table
contained American Beauty aud Bride
roses and ferns.
The decorations of the main corridor
were artistic. The inches were filled with
decorative plants, stately palms and tree
ferns. The two great jardinieres between
columns along the corridor were planted
with handsome rhododendrons in fun
flower. The blossoms were OF purple and
pink and the plants were so arranged In
the jardinieres so that they formed a liv-
ing screen just twelve inches high.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17
NEARLY ALL HOPE OF RECOVERY
HAS Been ABANDONED

Lakewood, y. j., Feb. l7.-Physicians Of
John A. Mccall. the former president Of
the New York Life company, announced
today that almost all hope for his re-
covory has been abandoned.
Mr.. Mccall was much weaker today
than at any previous time during his I'll
ness. this condition being due largely TO
the fact that for several days he has been
able to take only small quantities OF
liqud nourishment. The members OF his
family have been told 70 be prepared for
the end very soon.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17
NEW BAKING COMPANY

Articles OF association were filed with
the secretary OF state today by John
Gather and II. j. William and Felix j.
Blais, all OF Pawtucket. They will con-
duct bakery under the name OF the
Rhode Island Baking company.
The capital stock il 100000
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17
STOLE s250,000
FROM CHICAGO
BANK Of AMERICA

Chicago Feb 1.-THE swiest job of bank wrecng
In Chicago the pundering of the Bank
$ooo had been taken ten weeks from the day the bank opened
President Smith and his
nal prosecution, the receiver said today
The bank wrecers is charged borrowed money bank
to for their stock and then paid the loans from the banks
funds when other stockholders paid and public began
post Clarence Daro stohoder says soooo
stockholders will lose every they invested.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17
MISS ROOSEVELT AND FIANCE
GUESTS AT TWO FUNCTIONS

Washington Feb. 17.-Miss Roosevelt
and Mr.. Longworth were guests at two
functions last night There was n din
ner at the Alibi club. OF which the host
was Major MacCauley OF the Marine
corps. one OF the White House social
aides, Gsfd a reception was given by SEN
ator Kean OF New Jersey. a relative OF
Miss Roosevelt by marriage. Most OF the
800 guests at the reception were out Of
town folks, who came TO attend the we'd
ding.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17

airy day flooded tho room. rendering II un-
necessary 10 use the hundreds OF electric
lamps which had been placed about the
apartment
The floral decorations were more elab-
orate than any heretofore have been In
President Roosevelts administration.
While unnecessary space in the great
apartment was not taken up with decora-
tions as every inch Of Il was needed 90
accommodate tho guests. two huge vases
of rare design each filed with Easter Ill
les and fern fronds occupied each Of the
mantles and two handsome tables. ono
each az the north and south ends of the
room. bore jardinieres Of towering rhodo-
dendrons.
A Floral Bower.
At the great centre windows, directly
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17
INVITES REV. Mr.. STEWART
TO BECOME the PASTOR

call has been extended 10 Rev AL
exander Stewart OF Princeton, y. j. TO
become pastor of the First United Pres
byterian church OF Central Falls The
church wishes him 10 fill tho position va
Gated by the recent resignation OF Rev.
NJ McFadden. The members believe that
rev. Mr.. Stewart will accept the call
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17
THREE MEN ARE
FATALLY HURT
BY FALLING ROCK

New York Feb. n.-Falllng rocks in the
tunnel OF the Pennsylvania railroad 20
Long Island city today injured three men
so badly that all are expected TO die.
The rocks fell from the roof OF a par
TALLY completed section of the tunnel at
the Long Island end. being Jared loose
BY the shock Of blast OF dynamite The
injured men were all iron workers
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17
FOO CHOW AND rnANGHAI
ARE REPORTED VERY QUIET

London Feb. 1.-THE Church Missionary
society's secretary at Foo Chow. China,
replying to an inquiry regarding the alrm-
ing reports OF unrest In China. cabed to-
day that there was no cause for anxiety
The secretary OF the society at Shanghai
cables that all is quiet there.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17
|. S. MONTAGUE WILL
CONTEST SEAT WITH BkLF0UR

london. Feb i7.-L. S. Montague, son
OF Sir Samuel Montague. the well-known
banker. will be the Liberal candidate for
tho city OF London. against former Pre-
mier Ralfour.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17
JAPANESE GRATEFUL FOR
THE PRESIDENTS APPEAL

Toxic. Feb. i7.-The sincerest gratitude
IL expressed here on all sides AT Presiden:
Roosevelts appeal 20 the American nation
for assistance for the sufferers from fam
Inc In Japan. Ills action is'appreciated IS
ship
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17
SCHOONER FLOATED AT HIGH TIDE

Schooner Marshall c. Wells. which
grounded on the sand spit. south OF Goat
Island. Newport. yesterday. came off at
high water this morning and sailed for
Fall River. There was no wind or sea
and tho vessel was not damaged
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17

Washington 17In beautiful white gold
White House. after today the venerable
Henry bishop of Washington,
Episcopal church, the words which united marriage
eldest daughter of the president of United
Nicholas Longworh the representative congress from
dirtrict of Ohio
The ceemonye simple beautiful and impressive ring service
Episcopal churcwas attended with all the spendor of
official function with all the devotional beauty Of
cathedral service witnessed by of the brilliant and
distinguished assebages gathered the White House by far
largest company which gaced executive mansion
similar occasion.
halo hundred Of romantic White House history hung
the bridal couple Miss Roosevelt the twelfth bride accord
ing accepted authorities plight her ot within its classic walls
spot today joined with the husband
her choice for better for worse haloed IN the of
another beloved Nellie" Grant who 90 years
ago the wife Of Engnan Algenon c. Sartors
have the colectons Of Mrs Saors of
the witnesses of Miss Roosevelt we'd
ding -
TREMENDOUS CHANGES
Since third of tremendous changes have
place Then this country scarcely had recovered from the
great conflict and its place among the nations
America stands forth unchaenged
among powers of the world peace well in
Gladly therefore princes poentate pay homage today
daughter president Glad they extend their
presidents daughter and doub glad
they dainty bride for herself Kings and
through their representatives joined with the Amer
extending Alice Lee Roosevelt the American girl
the heartfelt good wishes
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17
DECISION RESERVED

Judge Mumford today heard the case of
Bernard Early against Rhode Island
company on petition for new trial. De-
cision was reserved.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17

"Peopie have a trick OF forget
ting, and It's surprising how
quickly they'll forget you and your
business ~ you stop sdvertisIne."-
crIslnger. In Rhode Island Adver-
tlser.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-02-17
A Floral Bower

the great centre windows. directly
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-04-02
15c., 19c., Csc.
NOrmand
Valencienmes
IACES
1Oc. Y ard.

We picked up this
big lot of beautiful
Normandie Valencien-
mes Laces from a
leading importer who
had no duplicate stock
and could not recorder
these same styles.
They are In match sets.
and range in widths
up to Z inches.
Just the laces want
ed for trimming sum
mer frocks.
Qualities sold regu-
larry at 15c., Ice. and
25c. a yard.
Tomorrow at loo. a
yard.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-04-02

The most extensively used Laces are those
which are represented in the following list
and all are offered at immense savings. The
collection consists of fine Net-top Laces, in
edges, bands and all-overs. New spring i'm
portations-in countless patterns.
Present prices are third to a half less
than regular cost.
75c. and CSC. Net-top Al-overs 80. 400.
19c, Wide Net-top Laces. .I212c.
Sligo Net-top A1l-overs. ..o5c.
$50. Wide Net-top Laces up to in. .Ioc.
I9c. Net-top Lace Bands, .I21Ac.
I2Hc. Net-top Laces for waist trim
inngS oI2C
SOC. Net-top Laces.. ................2 9c.
soc. Net-top Lace Bands. .25c.
The above Net-top Laces in white and butter
color, in every and sought-after design, ncud-
ing English eyele Mexican. Boule Lierre. japanese
blind work, and combination effects
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-04-02

taffeta. in tailor-made fashion 9th
ers are trimmed in the most exquisite
manner with silk soutache braids. tai
lored stitching, and tailor made folds.
&c.
Lot one includes Walking Skirts
worth S6.75 to $40, for Sass.
Lot two includes Walking Skirts
worth $12 and $14, for 1915.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-04-02

trimmed in scores of effective styles.
Some have killed flare bottom, some
with panel effect front habit back
embellished with tailored stitching,
bands and buttons.
One very charming style is chiffon
Wolfe, in cream. white and black; 49,
gore effect wide flare. trimmed around
the bottom with Is sectional bands of
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-04-02

cut-price Specials
for Tuesday:

cut-price Specials
for Tuesday:
Yard-wide Bursap in leading colors:
heavy quality. Sold usu- ~
ally ally at ise- yard. Tues 1 I NC.
day. ..-..-................
Imitation Linen Furniture Covering: In
the same patterns shown in the all-linen
goods which sell at soc.
yard: guaranteed fast a~U/
oolors ice. value: Tues u ZlAC.
day. yard. ................ IT,
Importers sample Tooth Brushes. In a
anese and French makes: guar
anteed all bristle. Regular 12c.. Nc
15c.. Ice. and 25c. values for. ~
Mems Japonette Handkerchiefs, with
solid color and fancy
Persian borders. Kind a an
s ss'a 5 Tssssss, at l'e. 212c.
Kayser's Two-clasp Isle ~
Gloves. in black. white. gray ZOC,
and mode. Tuesday. pair.
All-silk Taffeta Ribbons. 8 inches wide,
In a complete range of the
new spring shades. Regular Il UCo
lie. value. Tuesday. .......
A big lot of women's New Spring
Neckwear, including Embroidered Stock
Collars. with tabs: In white. pink. blue.
cardinal, as well as the
new Persian embroidered an
s ssiss: rus sssyla .'.: aSe HZhc.
Good quality White Pearl Buttons; 10
to "a ligne; one dozen on pU/
card. Sold regularly at Sc; SI3c.
IueSuay. ...------.--- -
The well-known De Long
Hooks and Eyes; two dozen on 2
a card. Offered Tuesday as a &C.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-04-02

To describe the styles is to mention
every new effect designed for this sea-
sons wear. The models include 8, IL
and 13-gored styles, cut in every ia
vored fashion Styles with panel
plated fronts, circular flare trimmed
with tailor-made bands around the
bottom. Others with correct flare and
full circular cut around the bottom,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-04-02
Csc. Silk Mulls.

Silk Null. with handsome silk-woven
dots; fine. sheer lustrous quality. In
a full assortment of street and evening
shades. Also white, cream n
and black. Regular 25c. val DC.
ua for .................
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-04-02

May Manton Pattern Sheet for
May just out today. Get one and
learn ell about the new summer
styles. Free.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-04-02

OUT TODAY-May Manton Pat
terms for May First in the field
with summer styles. as we'll az
first in the favor of particular
women Pattern sheet free.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-04-02

Despite the unpleasant weather
OF Saturday, we sold nearly hall
this big lot of Japanese Netsulc:
Bags. The balance OF our pur-
chase on sale tomorrow.
They are the genuine - inn
ported from Japan, and are beau
tifully embossed, in a variety OF
unique effects, which the clever
Japanese know how to impart to
their wares.
These regular $500 Netsuki Bags Gust
like the illustration) on sale tomorrow
at CSC.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-04-02
Dressing SaCQues, 30c
Regular soc. Value.

Special lot of Women's Dress
Ing Sacuues, of cOlored lawn. white
grounds with neat figures and polka
dots of black. pink and blue.
Tight-fitting back. with deep sailor
collar; finished with ruffies around bot
tom, on sleeves and collar Finished
with belt to match.
All sizes at 39c.-regularly soc.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-04-02
Children's Wear

Bingham Dresses for little girls up to
4 years old. Blue and white checks and
stripes. The yoke has bretelles trim
med with braid. Some long n o.
wasted styles in the lot 29c. II VIC.
Little Clnldren's White Cambria and
Flanneletts Skirts, with waists attached.
Finished with deep hem. NU<
Sizes Q months to 8 II ZHLNC
years. Special at. $500 /2s
Girls New Spring Dresses of Bingham
and Madras; neatly trimmed Styles In
clude the popular iong-waist- p
ed French effects. Sizes TO e0VC
IA years. SOC. value. .....,.
Girls White Persian Lawn Dresses,
with extra wide skirts and deep hem.
Waists made full blouse style. trimmed
with embroidery and lace. no
Sizes to II years. Excep- VSC.