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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
PLANNING IT'S CAMPAIGN.
Local Branch Of Catholic Total Alb
stinence Union Holds Meeting.

Renewal of activity and new plans for
an aggressive campaign against the drink
evil were the subjects Of discussion by
the members Of the local branch Of the
Catholic Total Abstinence Union at q meet
Ing held last night at Good Samaritan
Home, on L street near 18th street north
west. Mr.. William F. Downey presided.
The exercises were begun by the recitation
OF the Lords prayer, after which the pre-
siding officer made an address. portraying
the evils caused by the rum habit and
suggesting that all the temperance organ
izations Of the city unite in an endeavor to
suppress the places where young men and
young women indulge in intoxcants.
Mr.. James P. McGinnis interrupted the
address by suggesting that these are the
places where our young people are taught
the first lessons in drunkenness in the So
called harmless glass Of beer"
II concert halls were not licensed, why
mitted to exist7 inquired Mr.. Thomas
Ma1oney.
Mr.. Downey at this juncture stated that
he Is having booklet prepared. which
will be circulated, and which will contain.
SO far as his opinion goes, remedies for
all these conditions.
Mr.. Downey also commended The Star
for ITS crusade against the handbook
gambling.
Secretary William A. Hickey told of the
good work which Is being done by the
Juvenile Court in compelling delinquent
fathers to support their families.
"Many Of these men," said he, because
Of the drink habit are brought before
Judge DeLacey, and in dlsposing Of the
cases he tells the delinquents that they
cannot drink and support their families at
the same time This, in my opinion"
concluded Mr.. Hickey. "can truthfully be
said OF most drinking persons. for, as
rule, the families are the ones who suffer-"
Capt. John Shaw of the G. A. R. also
no hon md riylx oHri1o md
concluded by saying. Let US drive both
from our fair city"
Mr.. George Friedman of the Army and
Navy Union told an amusing story of life
in the army.
The meeting closed with the administer
ing Of the pledge to several candidates.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
DEPOSIT COLLATERAL.
Two Autoists Before Glen Echo Mayor
on Charges.

The names Of two more automobillsts
were placed upon the rolls of contributors
to the treasury Of Glen Echo yesterday when
Marshal Collins took into custody Jack
b.. D. Coleman, chauffeur Of Assistant SEQ
rotary of State Bacon, and J. D. Higgins of
143S L street northwest. The latter was
managing an automobile said to belong to
the public health and marine hospital serv-
ice, with the red cross on the side
Mr.. Coleman was gliding along the Con-
duit road at what he regarded as a slow
speed. when, half way between the post Of
five and Glen Echo Park. the marshal hove
In sight, and detected the lack Of a District
number on the machine. He then asked
to be shown the chauffeurs license. The
chauffeur had none, and he was at once
taken before Mayor Garrett, who demanded
$40 collateral for the autoist's appearance
before Justice Clifford H. Robertson, at
Rockville, tomorrow morning.
A short time afterward the marine hos
pital machine made its appearance, and
as there was no Maryland license displayed
the driver was taken before the mayor, and
he was also required to deposit $40. Mr..
explained in his defense that the
automobile needed no license, as it was in
government service.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
OUT FOR A GOOD TIME.
Christian Endeavorers Give Party Of
Children a Lot of Pleasure.

Christian EndeavorerS Give Party of
Children a Lot of Pleasure.
A committee Of young people from the
Christian Endeavor Society Of the Mount
Pleasant Congregational Church took a
party Of children out for a good time Sat-
urday. The children were invited by one
of the agents of the Associated Charities
and were given car rides, luncheon, games
and automobile rides.
The committee from the Christian En-
deavor Society having the excursion in
charge consisted Of Miss Berthe Zellers
chairman: Miss Ruby Nevins. Miss Ethel
Tasier, Miss Helen Harrington, Miss Elsie
Allen, Miss Jean Johnson, Miss Whistler
Miss Charlotte Warner, Mr.. and Mrs. H. C.
Dickinson, Mr.. Emery Tasier. Mr.. Hayner
Gordon and Mr.. Ross Johnson.
Mr.. H. c. Dickinson of the committee
gave the children the automobile rides.
The same committee is planning to take
out several other parties, and has been
actively at work raising money in the
Mount Pleasant Church to help the summer
outings committee. The people of the
church have raised altogether $50 to be in
vested in pleasure for those who will not
dollars was given by the Sunday school
and Endeavor Society. and this viii be
turned over to the summer outings COM
mittee. The rest Of the money will be used
for lunches in the excursions which the
committee conducts Mr.. w. ]. Bowman,
actin superintendent of the Sunday school,
and Mr.. Emery Tasier, president of the
Christian Endeavor Society, have been
most active in forwarding this work.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
ILL ON THE STREETS.
Condition of Patient Located by the
Police

young man named Alfred Booth, whose
home formerly was at Carrollton, Miss,
was found on the sidewalk near Florida
avenue and 10th street this morning about
1890 O'Clock. He was in a dazed condition
and the police removed him to Freedmen's
Hospital. 1t was found that he was suffer-
ing from injuries to his ribs and bruises
about the body, and the police thought he
may have sustained them by jumping from
a railroad train. Inspector Boardman today
had Detective Hartgan interview the pa
tient. When the detective called at the
hospital he was recognized by Booth, who
said he had sold him newspapers number
Of times at 18th and G streets during the
past three months.
The young man told the detective that he
had been patient in the insane asylum at
Meridian, Miss. and that he had been dis
charged as cured Three months ago he
came to this city and has resided at 80
14th street. Recently he received 500 from
his relatives to pay his railroad fare home.
This morning he was taken Ill while at the
corner Of Florida avenue and 10th street, he
said, and fell upon the pavement He ex-
poets to return home as soon as he re-
covers.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
"WHERE TO STAY"
New Edition of Guide to Best Hotels
of the World.

The twenty-sixth edition Of Where to
Stay" stated to be an official guide to the
best hotels of the world, has been issued
by the publicity department of the Gordon
Hotels, limited, Of London, England The
book is alphabetically arranged, in two
sections. Part one includes views Of the
leading hotels of the United States, with
description of the conveniences. while part
two illustrates the hostelries of the first
class of Great Britain, the continent of
Europe and other parts of the world. The
book is said to be especially valuable to
tourists because of the fact that at a
glance the traveller may decide at just what
hosiery he may care to stop while in any
city he is to visit.
Excellent half-tones of the hotel buildings
are included, with descriptions of the spe-
cial attractions of the places. The climatic
conditions of the special foreign locations
are explained at length. The Dorland
Agency of Atlantic City and New York is
the sole representative for the United
States.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
Watch for City-Randle Highlands
Advertisement.
SECOND CONTEST.
Preliminaries in Fairgrounds Compe-
tition in Progress.

The second preliminary contest of the
public Fairgrounds Is scheduled to take
place tomorrow at pm. Twenty per cent
will be deducted from the final score Of any
ground arriving late.
The meet of last week tended to stir up
fresh enthusiasm. and those in charge of
each ground were inspired to re-enter the
preliminary training with renewed vigor.
The boys of the Rosedale grounds, at
18th and Gales streets northeast, have
been particularly active in the preparation
Of their grounds for the meet with North
Capitol tomorrow evening, In order that
the events may be run off in good form
When the directors Of the Rosedale
grounds asked DR.. Curtis for a running
track he did not see his way clear to have
one put in, owing to the many demands
on the appropriation.
AS the date Of the prelminaries drew
nearer the problem of getting the grounds
in trim for the track events grew more
serious, until finally the boys determined
to construct track by their own labor.
They had not the usual facilities for work.
ing beyond those Of their own devising but
they went to work and prepared a track of
40 yards under such difficulties as to
make their zeal a matter to be highly
commended. They extend a warm welcome
to the North Capitol athletes to join them
in the christening, July 30.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
DEDICATION OF MONUMENT.
Shaft in Honor Of Memory Of Civil
War Officer.

monument dedicated to the memory Of
Maj. James Stewart, who in the civil war
commanded Battery B, 4th United States
Artillery, was unveiled at the Arlington
National cemetary yesterday. A son,
Thomas Stewart, pulled the cord that un-
fastened the veil over the monument.
The exercises were under the direction of
Gem w. w. Dudley, who served In the Iron
Brigade" and who was warm personal
friend Of Maj. Stewart. Gen. Edward s.
Bragg, who at one time commanded the
Iron Brigade was the orator.
Among those present were the family of
Maj. Stewart, consisting of son, Thomas
Stewart, a daughter, Maj. Stewards
cago. through whose generosity the monu-
ment was erected and a number Of the
veterans of the civil war. Battery B, 1t
was stated, lost more men in action than
any similar organization.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
Disabled Arrowsmith In Port.

The disabled steamer T. v. Arrowsmith
of the Washington and Potomac Steamboat
Companys fleet arrived here Saturday
evening, attended by the steamer Estelle
Randall. While In the Wicomico river,
Maryland, a week ago, the Arrowsmith
backed into a sand bar and broke her rud-
der. Since the accident the steamer has
been lying at Rock Point wharf. and to
bring her to this city the steamer Estelle
Randall was sent to the Wicomico Friday
night under the command Of Capt George
Cook. The Arrowsmith made the trip to
this city under her own STEAM the smaller
boat being dashed to the quarter Of the
Arrowsmith and acting as a rudder on the
trip to this city.
or Cobb Point light heavy northwest
gale was blowing and the seas broke the
lines holding the steamers together and
an hour or more was lost while the Estelle
Randall was trying to pick up the big
steamer, which rapidly drifted down the
river. The Arrowsmith Is lying at the
River View line pier and a new rudder IL
being made to replace the broken one.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
ROCKVILLE AND VICINITY.
General and Personal News Of Mont
gomery County, Md.
Correspondence Of The Star.


ROCKVILLE, Md, July %, 1907.
Bethesda NJ. E. Church, at Brownings-
Vile, this county, which has been closed
several months, while undergoing extensive
repairs, was reopened yesterday with elab-
crate exercises. The services began at
$50 in the morning and continued through
out the day. Rev. John r. Sumwalt of
Washington, presiding elder for the Wash
ington district. occupied the pulpit In the
morning. Rev. Henry Y Naylor, formerly
presiding elder for the district, preached
in the afternoon, and others who partici-
pated in the various services were Rev.
William H Chapman. who was In charge
of Montgomery circuit sixty years ago:
Rev. Albert H. Zimmerman of Washington:
Rev. ]. A. Wright of Kemptown, Rev. C.
j. Burdette OF Crumpton, Rev. ]. E. James
of Laytonsville and others. Rev c. NJ
Yost is pastor of Bethesda Church
Mr.. Henry l.. Black of the upper section
of the county is the latest republican to
announce his candidacy for nomination for
office. He would like to be his party's nomi-
nee for sheriff. Others mentioned in con-
necton with the nomination are Uriah H
w. Griffith and Frank L. Hewitt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
CITY AND DISTRICT.
Church Problem to Be Discussed.

The leading members Of the Church of the
Pilgrims, il is stated, are putting forward
their best efforts toward clearing up the
situation developed by the resignation of
Rev. J, W. Frizzell as pastor and the with
drawal of the gift of $1,000 by Mr.. o. II.
Ingram Of Eau Claire, Wis, for the build
ing OF an institutional church in East
Washington. The letter containing the res
ignation Of the pastor, who is in Wisconsin,
together with the announcement that Mr..
Ingram has withdrawn the proposed gift,
Is in the hands of Clerk Entrikin Of the
congregation. He stated TO Star reporter
today that the res gnation and the with
drawai of the gift would be discussed at
meeting Of the congregation to be held in
the near future. Statements have been
made that the meeting 20 consider the stu
alton Will be held Thursday evening. but.
according to Mr.. Entrikin, the officers OF
the church Will have to meet and select
date before the meeting can be held.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
Central Union Mission.

One Of the largest audiences in the history
OF the Central Union Mission greeted DR..
s. S. Palmer OF Columbus, Ohio, as he
stepped on the platform of the gospel wagon
at Market space, at o'clock last evening.
The subject Of the discourse was Con-
version" He described the conversion Of
Zacheus, Lydia and Paul and a number in
modern times to illustrate that conversion
is primarily a change of attitude of the
mind and heart toward Jesus Christ and
as resultant a change Of life and conduct
In harmony Herewith. The orchestra, con-
sfsting of ten instruments, added materially
to the interest of the service.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
FINAL RITES.
Funeral Services Over Remains of
IRnatius Belt.

Funeral services over the remains of Igna-
thus Belt, or Uncle Mace" as he was IA
miliarly known. were held at Q o'clock this
morning at Holy Trinity Catholic Church.
Beth and o streets. The interment was in
Holy Rood cemetery.
Mr.. Belt, who was nearly eighty years
Of age, died at his home 1414 Both street.
last Friday morning. He was known to
practically all of the men, women and
children Of Georgetown, and always had a
polite bow for every one whom he met on
the street. Before the civil war he served
on the U. s. s. Fulton, under Capt. Wilson.
His wife. Mrs Martha Belt, and two chill
dren survive him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
Children Start a Blaze.

Children playing with matches started
a fire in front Of the building OF William
James & Son. 941 B street northwest. last
night about $50 o'clock. The blaze started
in a pile of hay and 1t was feared it
would reach the interior Of the building
and cause a. repetition Of other disastrous
conflagrations that have occurred in that
square. An alarm of fire was sounded be-
fore much Roadway had been gained by
the flames, however, and the blaze was ex-
tinguished. The fire caused damage to the
amount Of about $50.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
Sacred Concert Yesterday.

Following his annual custom, Mr. w T
Chapman of Lincoln. d c., yesterd ~
placed his beautiful lawn a the disposal
OF Ward Memorial Chapel of Benning for
an open-air sacred concert. The attend
ance was large and the contributions graf
fyiIg 10 the management Solos We're rem
dered by Mrs. Narcissa ToSsit, Mrs. l..
Hame- Burrows, Mrs. George Hamilton,
MIS-, Fannie j. Shipley and Mr.. Harry
West. Prof. G. IL C. Williams presided
and irirsduC~ II Rev. J. Hammond and
Mrs, w. T Chapman, who made brief ad-
dresses
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
SURPRISE FOR FRIENDS.
Policeman w. n. Rock and Miss Eva
Bond Married Last Month.

Policeman w. H Rock of the tenth pre-
clnct surprised his friends, and especially
the parents of the bride, by announcing
yesterday that he was married June % last
to Miss Eva Bond of 5215 9th street
Brightwood, D. c. He Is now receiving
congratulations
Miss Bond and Mr. Rock. the date mem
toned. proceeded to Frederick, Nd, where
the ceremony was performed by Rev j.
Paul Tyler of Trinity NJ. r. Church of
that city. Mrs. Rock returned to her
home, keeping the matter secret until yes
terday The couple expect to depart to-
night for a wedding trip to Jamestown On
their return they will reside at 613h Park
road.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
First Visit in twenty-five Years.

Frank Mcclellan Of Morrenci. Ariz., is
in the city, the guest of his sister, Mrs ].
H. Mitchell, 635 9Th street northeast. Mr.
Mcclellan has been superintendent Of some
copper mines at Morrenci Ariz. for a num-
Der of years. He came east with Ell Paso
(Tex.) Lodge Of Elks, OF which he is a
member, to attend the Elks' convention at
Philadelphia, Pa. He went west when quite
young and this IS his first visit to his rela-
tives for more than twenty-five years. He
met his brother, Rev. DIR. c. f. Mcclellan,
pastor of Fairhill Baptist Church OF Phila-
delphia, Pa, and his sister, Mrs. Mitchell,
five years. The two brothers will visit
the jamestown exposition this week, after
which they will return to Philadelphia,
where Mr.. Mcclellan will start on his re-
turn trip west
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
Brakeman Seriously Injured.

Frank Pompier a railroad man, was rid
ing on a railroad train near the intersec-
ton Of 10Th street and Maryland avenue
southwest this morning about 12:45 o'clock,
and, 1t Is stated, he looked out the car
window and his head came in contact with
a post near the tracks, which had been
placed there by the men who are making
the improvements to the railroad property.
Pompier was taken to the Emergency Hos
pital, where the surgeons found he was
suffering from conclusion Of the brain.
His condition did not seem serious, how
ever and his speedy recovery is antici-
pated.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
Auxiliary Equipment for Sailing Craft

II u7A331a1J Iq01P11eHt 1O1 0a111HB O1d1C
The use Of gasoline power engines aboard
freighting vessels in service on Chesapeake
bay is increasing daily. and within the
next year or two 1t will be the exception
and not the rule to see a sailing craft
trading on the bay not equipped with a
gasoline engine for auxiliary power. Five
years ago there were not a dozen of such
craft, and today there are hundred or
more and the number is constantly grow
ing. The latest addition to the fleet Of
power equipped freighters is the barge
Princess, which was built at Cambridge,
Md, for service in the creeks along the
western shore OF the bay where steamboats,
do not run. The new barge is 100 feet long,
% feet beam and a nodded depth of 6R
feet.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
Report Of Disappearance.

A dispatch from Newport r. l., tells of
the reported disappearance from there of
Charles J. Alpert, who is said to have
reached there from this city. 1t Is reported
that Alpert is a butler and motorman. He
and his wife reached Newport Saturday, in
tending to visit relatives at Wallingford
The local police have not yet been advised
Of the disappearance of Alpert, nor does
the name Of the missing man appear in the
city directory.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29

Rev. @. Wilbur Shipley. pastor OF The
Presbyterian Church at Sunolk. Va. has
been engaged to supply the Gunton-TempIe
Memorial Presbyterian Church during the
month Of August This is the third sum-
mer that Mr.. Shipley has preached for the
Gunton Temple congregation during the
absence Of Dr. John L.. Allison on yaca-
tion. MI Shlpley's wife was formerly Miss
Marie l.. Somervell OF Washington, d. c.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
Have The Star Follow You.

Those leaving the city should havs
The Star sent to them by mail In
order that they may keep Informed
about Washington affairs. In most
Instances The Star will be at the
breakfast table the next day and give
all of the news from Washington OF
the day before. The address may be
changed as frequently as desired by
giving the old and new addresses. This
price of The Star by mail daily and
Sunday is 60 cents per month, IN
VaTiabiy In advance.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
$1,000 Niagara Falls Excursion

August 2, Baltimore & Ohio.
Special train, standard coaches and parlor
cars. leaving Washington 7:45 am, running
via Philadelphia and picturesque Lehigh
Valley. Liberal stopovers returning. Tick
cts good ten days. Attractive side trips
from Niagara Falls. Other dates. August
l6. September 6 and 20. October 4.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
Trial of Policemen Continued.

The trial of Policemen Ernest L. Fletcher
and Timothy j. Cullinane, arrested by
Sergt. Boyce and Policeman Farquhar of
the first precinct, on a charge of disorderly
conduct was not called in the Police Court
today, as expected. At the request of the
defense the hearing was continued until
Friday.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
LOCAL MENTION.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

National-The Aborn Opera Company in
Wang" SIS pm.
Belasco-Mss Charlotte Walker in 'Zaza,'
SIS pm.
Four-ulie Run-Luna Park fairyla
of amusements with concert every after
noon and night.
Chevy Chase Iake-Marine Band concert,
followed by dancing.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
512 Hours to Hotel Chamberlin

Old Point Comfort.
Solid train. with parlor car, Washington
to Old Point without change. week days,
commencing August 5. Leaves Washington
Il 30 p. m, arrives Old Point 9 pm. Tickets
at c. and v. offices and Pennsylvania sta
tion.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
Policemen Going to Chesapeake Beach.

Policemen Going to Chesapeake Beach.
The members of the Wounded Knee Fish
ing Club, comprised largely of policemen,
will take an outing at Chesapeake Beach
this week. Sergt. John R. Evans Of the
third precinct, the commodore of the club,
will be in charge, and the party will in
clude Policemen A. E. Esser, Bun Boyle
and A. Baker of the second precinct, and
c. R. Brown and Carl Xander. The party
will leave here Thursday, August l, and
will remain several days.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29

in your home during this season. It's
most refreshing and healthful dark beer.
Order it for your table. For case write or
phone W. 1876 AbnerDrury Brewing Co.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29

Melvin Haas nine years OF age. whose
home Is Raleigh street, Congress
Heights. was taken suddenly Ill yesterday
afternoon about l o'clock. The police pa
troll wagon was summoned from the Ana
costa station, and the sick boy was re-
moved to the Washington Asylum Hos
pital.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
1875 Conn. Ave-, Star Branch.

Want Ads may be left at the Postal
Telegraph office, 1925 Conn. ave, at regular
Star office rates. Help and Rooms for Rent
l cent "A word.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
You'll Get the Bread You Want

when You order homemade MIX" Bread
Delivered direct. &c Holmes Bakery 1st &
+. Phones, Linen. 144O & 144l.-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29

Schneider's "Malt" Bread Never Fails
to satisfy those who desire the best. Uni
form purity, wholesomeness and lightness
are it's well-known qualities. In your next or
der ask for Schneider's. Fresh at grocers, &c.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-07-29
Cheap Excursion to Harpers Ferry,

MaTtinsburg, Berkeley Springs and Cum
berland,
S:l5 am. Sunday. August 4. from Balti-
more@and Ohio station. Washington. Round
trip rate to Harpers Ferry and Martinsburg,
81 -: to Berkeley Springs. Sl.35 to Cumber-
land. $2G0. Splendid opportunity to spend a
day in the country at small expense.-Advt.