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The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-01-25
PAWTUCKET
f|REMEN
DANCED

Music hall In Pawtucket was crowded
last night with people who came out to
attend the S4th annual concert and ball
Of the relief association of the depart
ment. There were visitors from this
city, Central Falls. Attleboro, Mansfield
and a number Of other towns. The hall
was handsomely decorated
The concert music was furnished by
Reeves American band, Bowen r..
Church. leader Hearty applause seemed
10 be the order OF the day, especially
when solos were given by Mr. Church
Fred Padley and Signor A. Zamborno.
Chief Engineer Lewis +. Butler and his
daughter, Miss Clara NJ. Butler led the
grand march.
Chief Butler ofciated AS floor director.
assisted by First Assistant Engineer John
c. Perry, Second Assistant Engineer
Charles H Fuller. and as aids, Arthur
Rogers. John w Richardson. James
Keough. Lieut. Alfred n. Jencks, Lieut..
Joseph Benedict. Albert Buckley Frank
W Salisbury George r. Collins. William
Dixon. Willie r. Chace. John Flint. Eu
gene r. Fry. William f. Perrin, Francis
S. Arnold, William T. Connolly, HerSy
+. Days, John Barns. Lieut.. Alfred s.
Bennett, fOfmer Inlef Jonn w. w Ill
marth was honorary floor director and
the honorary aids We're: Charles w.
Bishop, II. Allen Titus. Edgar X. Gill.
Charles f. Jencks. George w. Burgess.
Edwin G. Jackson.
The various committees were as follows:
The reception committee consisted of
His Honor Mayor James II. Higgins AL
dormen Felix r. Bennett and Edward l..
Fiheld. Councilmen Alfred II. Halves. J.
LHeureux. +. Eugene Barker and George
T. Bradley President John ID. Ide secre-
tary Curtis r. Bennett, Capts. Frank n.
Bassett James Loynds, Frederick w.
Ward. william III. Arlington and Del
bert r. Butler.
Resource committee--Capt. Thomas T..
Mooney chairman. Capt. Reuben II. DeX-
ter. secretary: capt. James Brown. treas
urer; Lieut.. John ]. O'Riley. Capt. VII
liam T.. Titus. Lieut. James II. Easton.
Lieut. Edward f. Winslow. Peter r.
O Riley. Joseph McNally and Superinten-
dent OF Fire Alarm William j. Daggett.
Printing Reuben III. Dexter and
Supt. William J. Daggett
Hall and music-Capt William r. Titus
and Peter r. O'Riley.
Advertising book--Lieut John J. O'Riley
and Lieut.. Edward F.. Winslow.
Refreshments-Joseph McNally. Lieut.
James H. Easton. Lieut.. John j. O'Riley,
Capt. Thomas Z Mooney and Supt. VIII
liam j. Daggett.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-01-25
HEARD
ADDRESS BY
GOVERNOR.

The FIRST annual dinner OF tho Master
Carpenters association was held last
night in Gelbs parors. The dinner was
preceded by an informal reception TO Gov.
Utter
Thomas H. Doane acted as POSTMASTER
At tho head table were Gov Utter, Preeii-
dent Beck OF the association. Toastmas-
ter Thomas II. Doane, Spencer b. Hop
kins. George F. Weston. Sheriff Hunter
G. White. Rev. Samuel ". Webb, James
NJ. Scott William Douglas, Albert Card,
William j. Halcrow. and James Clary.
Rev Samuel r. Webb said grace.
After the viands had been disposed of
the members and guests were formally
welcomed by President Beck, The first
address was given by Gov. Utter. who
said I'm part:
Our government depends upon the man
II cannot be run by men I'm the mass. fo-
n the individual Is lost sight OF the mass
deteriorates. People like yourselves, rep
sesentlng a certain class. have got 10 rec
ognize this. and swing back 10 Ii. ! say
not a word against organization. but let
no man think that he can advance him
self by closing the door OF opportunity
TO his neighbor. That. | believe, 10 be the
genius OF the American people and the
American government-an equal opportu-
nifty Let's make that the aim of our or
ganizations. not simply for ourselves, but
for ALL"
Addresses were also made by Sheriff
White Rev s. H. Webb. George f. West
on, Benjamin Redford and James Clary
Letters OF regret at the inability TO be
present were read from Mayor Dyer and
Executive Secretary Jennings.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-01-25
WARREN.
Advertisements for The News. may be
left with r. A. Bliss, Goss block

The Ladies' Aid society OF the Methodist
Episcopal church held a supper and en-
tertainment I'm the vestry OF the church
last evening. Supper was served from
TO y. IN. after which a program was
rendered consisting OF vocal and instru-
mental music and reading The supper
proved a success financially and otherwise
and good sum Of money was added to
the treasury OF the society.
Judge Orrin l.. Bosworth convened the
weekly session OF the Fifth district
court at the court room in the town hall
this morning. Several civil and cases of
other nature were on the docket and these
were disposed OF. adjournment being made
before noon.
Sowams tribe OF Red Men will hold a
social In Armory hall next Saturday eve
ming The following are the committee OF
arrangements: Joseph Vallaneourt. T.. l..
Angel, Joseph Chase, George Hancock
and Arthur Caville. Music for dancing
will be furnished by O'Brien's orchestra
OF this town.
The annual meeting of the Warren
Manufa curing company was held a few
days ago at the office OF the company.
The stockholders were present and the
following directors were elected for the
ensuing year: Charles Child. Arnold
Schaer, william r. Barton. Frank L.
Drown Edwin A. Cady. Rev Joseph L.
Hutchinson and Joseph Martin. The d.
rcctors held meeting afterward and
elected the following officers: President,
w T. Rarton; treasurer, r s. Drown;
agent, Arnold Schaer
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-01-25
NEWSLETS

| wandered to tho city. Tom.
And watched tho folks while
And, say the things | heard and saw
Just made mo want to smile,
Why, everybodys lodging. Tom:
Its dodge. dodge. everywhere,
oh. such a funny lot Of folks
They beat me, l declare'
or course. they're lodging taxes, Tom
The wealthy folks, | mean
The poor ones dodge the choo-choo cars,
That run by gasoline;
And John ID. and some others, Tom,
Put in much time, they say.
At lodging servers from the courts
Who hunt them day by day.
A lot OF politicians, Tom.
Have busy times OF late
To dodge a public sentiment
That cries. Investigate"
And several meE are lodging. Tom,
The stern demand, Resign"
It's dodge, dodge, dodge, and dodge,
dodge, dodge
Dodge all along the line
Charles r.. Barnes. I'm New York World.
Alfonso Onorato was fined $40 and costs
in the 9Th district court, today, for cruelty
10 a horse.
william Wilson, a sturdy beggar. was
sentenced TO the farm for six months by
Judge Reuckert today.
William James reports stolen from a
wardrobe at the city hall yesterday after
noon an ulster valued at $50.
Robert Kennedy's bakery, 739 Cranston
street. was entered Tuesday night. The
thief got SO cents from the till.
Box l2S was pulled AT 7:i5 o'clock this
morning for a fire at 63 Winter street.
The fire was I'm a bed; damage slight.
Augusta Crowell, is years old. common
night-walker, was sentenced 10 the farm
for six months by Judge Rueckert, to-
day.
Thomas Pillsbury was held i'm $500 by
Judge Rueckert today, for trial next week
Friday on the charge OF being an idle per-
son
William Mcguire. 10 years old. was fined
s. and costs i'm the police court, today
for revelling on Westminster street, yes
terday
street, reports stolen from his carriage on
Arch street. last night. a Buffalo robe
valued at $50.
Lizzie Cosgrove. 72l Beacon street, re-
ports stolen from her room recently a
ring valued al $40. two IS bills and 10,
Of underclot thing.
George Tabele, a common drunkard, and
Jeren .ah O'Connor, who was up for non.
support. were placed on probation in the
6;h district court today.
Joseph Miner OF 80 Sprague street re-
ports stolen from his carriage when II
was standing I'm front OF 20 Myrtle street
last night a Buffalo robe valued at $40
The United States senate yesterday con
firmed the appointment Of Clinton D. Sci
lew as postmaster OF this city for sin
years. He has been an incumbent Of that
office since May 10, 1901.
There will be a gospel meeting at the
mission OF the Coming King $50 BroaC
street Friday evening at 7:45. John II
Clarke will preside at the organ Chas J
Williams will sing All are invited.
Herbert n Ballou OF % Transit street
reports that his house was entered yes
terday afternoon and that two trunk,
belonging To Miss Ancela Hppitt. board
er. were broken into. Nothing was
missed
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-01-25
The KRABE PIANOS
First Showing Of These Famous instruments
al tha Sheplrd COMPANY

The piano warerooms Of The Shepard
company are center of interest al this
time. especially among the musical people
OF Providence. for this week marks the
advent Of the Knabe piano under the con-
troll OF The Shepard company in this sec
tion OF New England. Friends of the
knabe and Of The Shepard company are
finding their way there 20 offer con-
gratula tions. because II is universally be
lieved that the union OF the Knabe quality
and prestige with The Shepard company
reputation and business methods will
prove most happy.
MIR. Ferdenand Mayer OF Messrs. viii
liam Knabe & Co was i'm the city yes
terday and expressed himself as more
than pleased with tho auspicious opening
Of the Knabe business under It's new rep
resentation. Mr.. Mayer referred enthu-
siasucally TO the artistic progress made
by Messrs. William Knabe a. Co. since
the control passed into the hands Of the
knabe sons, the third generation OF the
family 10 enter into the business since its
inception. He pointed 20 the new up
right style OF Knabe which retails al $500.
and 10 the union OF the Knabe and the
the great range OF Knabe art grands.
which they stand ready 10 make 10 order
for period rooms at short notice. The
"Mignon' grand. smaller than their
Baby" grand. is also a style OF which
they are Justly proud.
The new styles are on view at The
Shepard company piano warerooms. and
this il especially show" week Every
one is invited 10 visit the piano store and
test the tonal qualities OF the various in
struments at their pleasure. II is hoped
especially that all owners OF Knabe pianos
will get In touch with The Shepard com
pany. In order that they may he given
especial attention.
The usual Afternoon OF Music" will he
O. Friday heUinninU at N m m
the banquet room OF '"The Wellington" +"
This has been announced as a special
Knabe concert and an excellent program
has been arranged. Tickets. which are
free. can he obtained at The Shepard
company piano store until the seating
capacity OF the hall is exhausted.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-01-25
SKERlFF'S SALE.
STATE OF RHODE ISLAND AND
PROVIDENCE PLANTATIONS.

PROVIDENCE PLANTATIONS.
Sherins Office, Providence, Nov. s, 1905.
Providence. Sc:
BY VIRTUE and in pursuance of an
Execution Number 39.@7. issued out OF the
District Court Of the Sixth judicial Dis
trict holden at Providence. State Of Rhode
Providence, on the 27th day OF October
A. D. 1915. and returnable TO the said
Court. 9th day Of January. A. u. 1906
upon judgment rendered by said Court
favor OF G. Frederick Cooper OF Provl-
deuce. in said County, and Ellsworth
Sisson OF Cranston In said County. doing
business I'm said City OF Providence. under
the firm name Of Cooper & Sisson plain
TINS. and against Garvin w. Thompson,
alias John Doe; of Cumberland. defendant
l have this Sth day OF November, A. II.
1905. at o'clock and minutes +. NJ,
levied the said Execution on all the right
title and interest, which the said de
fendant. Garvin w. Thompson. alias John
Doe OF Cumberland had .on the 4th day
Of October A. ID. 1905. at O'Clock and 46
minutes +. NJ Uhe time Of the attach
ment on tho original Writ, I'm and To the
following described real estate. viz:
A>certain lot or parcel OF land. with all
tho buildings and improvements thereon
situated on Union street Prospect Hill
Lonsdale in the Town Of Lincoln, bound
ed and described as follows:
Beginning at point on the northerly
one-half C37ls) feet westerly from the
westerly line Of land OF the Lonsdal"
Company: thence northerly bounding
easterly on land Of Agnes Thompson and
Ida Houston Thompson. eighty NO) feet
thence easterly at right angle and
bounding southery on land Of Agnes
Thompson and Ida Houston Thompson to
land OF the Lonsdale Company: thence
northeasterly. bounding easterly on land
Of said Lonsdale Company. TO the north
east corner OF lot Number q as shown
and delineatcd on plat OF lots belonging
TO Baylis Bourne. situated on Prospect
Hin. Lonsdale. n. J. and recorded In the
Office OF the City Clerk, OF the City OF
Central Falls formerly a part OF said
erly on land OF said Lonsdale Company
one hundred forty-six 046t feet more or
less 90 land OF Andrew Kinnoway; thence
southsrly. bounding westerly on land ~
said Kinnoway. li2 feet. more or less. 10
said Union street: thence on said Union
street thirty-seven (S7ih) feet more or
less. 10 the place of beginning.
Being portion Of lots Nos. and 10. on
plat of Lots belonging 90 Baylis Bourne,
being the lot ~ land devised 90 Gavin w
Thompson by his father David Thomp-
son.
Notice is hereby given that I will sell
tho said attached and levied on estate at
a Public Auction to be held IN the #
sherif's Office IN the Providence County
Court House. I'm said City OF Providence
I'm said County of Providence. on Sat
urday. the 18th dsy of February. A. ID
1905. AZ y o'clock NJ. for the satisfaction
Of said execution. debt interest on tho
same costs ~ suit nv own fees and al
contingent expenses n sufficient
ALBERT .. COATES.
Deputy Sheriff.
Psf, s. Is
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-01-25

BALL OF The
BACHELORS

The Trocadero presented a brilliant ap-
pearance last evening the occasion being
the Bachelors Ball. an event which has
caused no little talk and comment in So
ciety OF this city for some weeks past.
The floral decorations OF the hall and
the smaller rooms were particularly at
tractive, though simple, and were done by
O'Connor.
Smilax and palms formed tho major
part OF the decorations. the balcony in the
ball room and the wall brackets being
festooned with the former: the inches on
the stairs and the mantles were banked
with deep pink azaleas and pink begonias.
while the pink" effect was carried still
further in the draperies at the windows.
The railing Of the balcony~was complete
ly covered with southern smilax a large
palm filling each arch and all i'm all, the
general effect was charming
About $50 the favored guests began to
arrive and in a short time the ball room
and the adjoining smaller rooms present
cd a most animated appearance--Th There
were probably about 800 who enjoyed the
occasion and danced gaily To the music or
10 pieces under the leadership Of Bowen
r.. Church The program Of dances con-
sisted Of % numbers as follows: Waltz.
Eternal Evres." two-step, Captain Gu
pid Of the Army" waltz. 'Morgenblat-
ter: two-step, How Would You Like 10
Suoon with Me-" lancers Dolly Dol
lars" waltz. Wine, Woman and Song"
two-step. Second Regiment" waltz.
"Nienna Woods" two-step, sympathy"
lanciers. "Fatana:" waltz. "A Thousand
and one Nights two-step. Mayor OF
Toxic" waltz. "Amoureuse." two-step.
"Radium Dance lanciers. Loves Lot
terry" waltz. kiss Me Again" two
step. Everybody Works But Father"
waltz, Morning Glories;" two-step
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-01-25
FUNERAL At WOONSOCKET
Many Friends Attend 0hsequIes Of {. Frank
Pierce In ST. Charles Church

Many relatives and friends attended the
obsequies OF r. Frank Pierce, held at 2
o'clock yesterday afternoon I'm st Charles
church at woonsocket Rev George T.
Mahoney officiated
Among them was a delegation from
woonsocket Aerie OF Eagles, comprising
President Edward Champeau. Michael r.
Henry. Assistant Secretary J. II Cook
Hormisdas Choquette, Edward III. Barry
and Charles n. HOPKINS.
Vice President james r. Kennedy,
Chaplain James F. McSoley. Past Treasu-
rer John Hanley and Michael II McMan-
us were the bearers
The floral tributes included crescent and
star. woonsodket Aerie. r o. F.: wreath
OF roses and pnks. New London Aerle +.
O. E; wreath on pedestal from employees
OF Hotel Dreyfus. Providence.
Interment was at St. Charles cemetery.
NEW YORK FLORIDA SPECIAL
over straight smooth road. Atlantic Coast
Line, POS Washington street. Boston
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-01-25
PROVIDENCE OPERA HOUSE.

Viola Allen Is 10 he seen as Betty Sin
gleton in Clyde Fitch's play. THE Toast
Of the Town." at the Providence Opera
House soon. This engagement should
easily prove the most delightful dramatic
treat OF the season. Mr. Fitch. It ap-
pears has provided Miss Allen with the
greatest success of her career. The critic
Of the Philadelphia Press lately said:
Viola Allen is one OF those rare actresses
whose charm it Is impossible TO adequate
~ describe. as IL is compounded Of so
many notable qualities She Is a dainty
comedienne. full OF finesse and delicate
humor. while, when tragic pathos Is re-
auired, her art holds us enthrailed." OF
the first night I'm Philadelphia. the same
writer says There were vociferOus de-
MINDS for n speech for Miss Allen. who
never appeared TO better advantage. but
who evaded the ordeal by producing the
author Mr.. Fitch thanked tho audience
for giving his production such an enthn-
siaStic reception and placing on e. the
mark " public approval" That Miss Al
len has achieved such a fine success In
Mr. Fitch's play will be occasion for the
congratulations OF her many friends and
admirers
Mr.. j. e. Dun OF Days theatre. New
York has decided 10 open with "'rhe III
tie Mart" comedy OF manners by Mr..
Winston Churchill. in Providence on
Tuesday. Jan. Sth. az the Providence
Opera House. Mr. Churchill has never
been closely connected with the dramatz-
ations Of his novels but he is personally
supervising the production of this contedy
The scenes of The Title Mart sre laid
IN = somewhat luxurious Adirondack camp
Of the present day. and the play lr
pleasant satire upon American md Eng
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-01-25
ARIOR CONCERT
Lovers Of Music Are PrsmIsei Rare Treat
Next Week

Lovers Of music are promised a rare treat
next Tuesday evening. when the Arion
concert is to be given. That the op-
ordinary In music is appreciated is evil
denced by the large advance sale OF s'dts.
Among the talent are Bessie Abbott.
whose reputation achieved in New Trk
and Paris opera has preceded her 10 thus
city, and Emilio De Gorgorza, the bari-
tone singer. who has also attained emil
nence on two continents.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-01-25
LAID AT REST
Former Slave Was Buried Yesterday In
North Burial Ground

Bynum Thomas, a former slave, was
buried yesterday at North Burial ground.
The funeral was held at 2 o'clock from
the Congdon street Baptist church. Rev.
s. NJ Smith. pastor Of the church. CON
Quoted the services
Thomas was native OF North Caralina
and while his exact age Is not known, Il
is thought he was born I'm 1890 or 1921.
He leaves his wife. Mrs Elizabeth Thorn
as. who although over M years DID, en-
joys fairly good health.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-01-25
INTERNATIONAL POLITICS
Professor Wilson Addressed Young Women
at State Normal School

Prof George g Wilson of Brown uni
verslty addressed the students at the
state normal school yesterday. his sub
ject was, New Faction in International
Politics"
The professor discussed affairs preced-
ing the recent war I'm the Far East and
the effects Of that war on international
nolitics.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-01-25

were being swept by every sea.
As soon as the men got aboard the To-
peka, Dr. H. r Whiting assisted by two
nurses and members Of the crew. hastily
administered stimulants and put them 10
bed
After picking up the raft the steamer
went i'm search OF another raft which the
rescued men said had left the ship earlier
in the day. The vessel ran fully twenty
miles on the other side looking for the
raft. but no sign ~ II was 10 be- seen. IL
Is the general impression that this raft
fNlndered
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-01-25
OUTRAGED CONGO
Mass Meeting In Its Interest VIII Be Held
At Sayles Hall Tonight

A mass meeting in the interests or out
ragged Congo will be held tonight at Sayles
hall. The story of the horrors will bc
told by those who have lived among them
and therefore fully understand the con-
ditions which exist.
The meeting will open at O'Clock
Bishop McVickar is chairman OF the COM
mittee having II In charge.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-01-25
DRUG STORE ENTERED
william paty, 20 Years Old, He'll for the
Grand Jury

Remington a. COS. drug store 143 Smith
street. was broken into last Tuesday night
and loot TO the extent OF $i4.75 taken. In
cluding $40 in cash. liquor and cigarettes.
Detective Godfrey worked on the Job
OF ~ Jefferson street who pleaded guilty
to the charge before Judge Rueckert to-
day.
Patry was held for the grand jury in
SEQ.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-01-25
TO MOVE THE MONUMENT

Yesterday the state monument commits
sion met in Secretary Daniel F Hayden's
office I'm city hall and received the pro-
posals submitted for the removal OF the
Soldiers and Sailors monument and for
caring for the Burnside equestrian
statue and furnishing plans for improving
the same. The commission will meet
again Tuesday 10 award the contract.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1906-01-25
NEW voRk.rLoRioA SPECIAL

over straight smooth road. Atlantic Coast
Line, POS Washington street, Boston
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1906-06-27
tee. and accused him Of Lidlding two

tee, and accused him Of lidlding two
Offices at the same time, and receiving
double pay, which was illegal. lie
said that Lyon had said that he
(Ragsdale) had entered the race
as a decoy to get him out Of the
way for Gen. Youmans. He said
that he had offered TO withdraw IT
Lyon would, but that Lyon declined
to do SO.
MI. Lyon asked for permission to
read some letters, which he had re-
ccived recently from Mr.. ]. I. Hay
and T.;B. Fraser vindicating him for
the charges made against him by
Raesdale: He stated that lie had fire.
quentlys paid inolieN out Of his own
pocket SB defray his expenses while
attending TO his duties as a meiiiber
Of the MXestigating committee.
Mr.. e. G Mcleod anuounced ms
candidacy for lieutenant governor:
Mr., r. NJ. McCown, Mr.. l.. M. Ra-
gin alsi j. &. Htaifison announced
their candidacy for secretary OF
state. .sCol. Tribblc was absent.
The .inneating was concluded by Mr.
Hare and. Mi. Toolc announcing their
candidacy for congress from this dis
trict:
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1906-06-27
Solicitor Wants Detective.

A letter Ii; Governor Hayward froln
Solicitor 7. s. Sease, Brings tie in
telligence that lie has released The
men who were arrested for the muir
cdr of Moses Hughes, al Union, under
Il bond of $1,000 each. The crime
occurred about len days ago and the
body Of Hiiglics ads found i'll the
river weighted down with rocks. Soll-
citor Sease wants the governor 10
send a detective to Union to work up
tie case. as lie says it is hard 10 Sc
cure indictments OIL the facts as they
now stand. 1t seems that the ne
erocs who know The valuable evi-
dcncc arc terrified and thus cannot be
rot To testify !ruthruIly for fear.