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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
LITTLE TOO PREVIOUS.

A Young man named Edward browns,
who evidently wanted to notify The COM
munity that Christmas was drawing
near, discharged several shots from q
pistol on King street early last night.
Officer Gill, who was several squares
away, went In search of the enthusiastic
young man and soon had him in Gus
tody. This morning browns was brought
before the Police Court when a pistol
which had been taken from one of his
pockets was placed on the desk. browns
said he discharged a Saluting pistol
which belonged to a boy. Justice Oston
fned the accused $50. The authorities
will endeavor as far as possible TO put a
stop to the discharge of pistols, guns
dangerous torpedoes, cannon crackers,
&C., during the Christmas holidays
Mayor PAT said this morning that the
police would be directed to follow Officer
ellis example by a:resting such persons
as may defy the law. ,
Officer Gsrvey today arrested Paul
Clements for discharging a pistol ON
Cameron street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
RAILROAD ASSESSMENTS.

On Mondsy evening, at the instance
OF the Chamber of Commerce, Mr.. james
R. Cation, patron of the rolling stock
bill in the legislature, appeared at the
monthly meeting of that organization
and explained the purport and provis-
ions of his bill which will be reintro-
duced in the next legislature. Last
night a resolution introduced by Mr.. ).
Y. Williams was adopted by the CITY
Council indorsing the rolling stock bill
and appointing a committee to coop
crate with other legislative and business
organizations that are bene6ciaries under
the provisions of Mr.. Caton's bill. At
present the asssssable railroad values In
this city yield Sc, 2SS.1S, which will De
increased by an equitable apportionment.
to about $4,000. 1t is the purpose Oh
the local government and Chamber OF
Commerce to call convention, at once,
to be held in this city on the oOIh
instant.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
STOLE LAMPS FROM CARS.

Bessie and Robbie Hill, two colored
girls, the 6rst-nsmed Is years old, and
the latter about 10, we're before the
Police Court this morning charged With
removing lamps from SOathern Railway
passenger esrs, bsttering them and en-
deayoring 10 sell the plumber as JUNK:
The elder girl was sent to Jail for so
DAYS, and the younger turned over to her
mother for correction. The arrest was
made by Officer Sherwood, and the evi.
dence was to the effect that lamps and
6xings valued at about $500 have re-
Gently been taken from cars at the depot
IN this city,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
PERSONAL.

Miss Georgia Hudson, OF Washington
was The guest of honor at 8 one O'CLOCK
luncheon yesterday afternoon given Dy
Mrs. r. A. Stewart at ner home on
North Main. About forty guests we're
s. aled at small tables from which a most
delicious luncheon was served. Mrs.
stewart was assisted in serving by Mrs.
Frank Wolcott, Mrs. N. B. Sawyer.
Mrs. A Poe, Mrs. NJ. McCurdy and
Mrs. Lillian Stewart. During the after
noon Mrs. ]. @. Ntwmsn, Mr. Lee
Dick aud Miss Jennie Colladsy gave
musical nnmbsrs. 10 guessing contest
Miss Hudson WIS the prize winner.
-GHutchinsop, Kansas, News.
The wedding OF Mr.. Arthur Bryant
and Miss Geraldine Mason Taylor,
Youngest daughter of Mr.. and Mrs.
Charles s. Taylor, will take place to-
night at the residence of the brides
parents on Prince street.
Mr.. and Mrs. CORTLAND Lukens, at
their home near Woodlswn, Fairfax
county, Yesterday celebrated their golden
wedding anniversary. The occasion was
made very enjoyable by the assembling
of their many friends, who gathered to
extend their hearty congratulations and
to express the wish that Mr.. and Mrs.
Lukens would live to celebrate their
diamond anniversary. :.
The marriage of Miss Emily Turnbull
Ill
HeAebower, daughter OF Mrs.. John
Num- HeAsbower, OF Baltimore, to Mr.
Norman Alan Hill, of Philadelphia, son
of Mr.. and Mrs. Thomas Hill, OF Balti'
more, will take place at Christ Church,
in that city at 6 o'clock this evening.
Mr.. Malcom w. Hill, brother OF the
bridegroom, OF Alexandria, will be best
man.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ferd Bendhelm have
removed to Washington.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
BENEFIT.

The Elks' Dramatic Club tomorrow
night will present "The Merry Oobbler"
as benefit. Mr.. Frank NJ. Hill, the
secretary and treasurer Of the club, has
been assiduous and untiring In complet-
ing the arrangements for this perform.
ance, and judging ::trom The number OF
tickets sold the production will not only
be success financially, but the al
tendance will be such as to try the ca
pscity of the Opera House. Mr.. A. d.
Monitor, who closely schooled the cast
for the production. will stage the play.
This insures delightful evenings enter
tainmeut. Mr.. Harry Flsischmsnn will
sgain take the title role, and that in It.
self should guarantees large audience.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
OLD SONGS RECITAL.

The sod Songs" recital. under the
euspices Of the Alexandra Free Kinder
esr.en and the direction OF Mrs. M. w.
O. Briep, was given last night at Lee
Camp Hall. An audience which crowded
every available space in the hall, follow
ed the rendition Of the programme with
marked appreciation and their presence
WAS splendidly rewarded with the sing
ing Of those delightful melodies OF The
days long gone by. At the conclusion
of the programme, Mrs. Thomas
Hul6sh sang "Dixie," the audience
joining 10 the chorus, and making a
stirring conclusion to an enjoyable en-
tertaipment. The following programme
was rendered: Mrs. Fowler, "Annie
Lsurie;" Miss Rowsu, kathleen
Msyourneen;" Mr.. Ogden, GLOW Gan
Leave Thee" Miss Harding, "Rob'n
Adair;" Mr.. Waller, "Heart Bowed
Down. Miss Graves, "Lorens;" Mrs.
RAYMOND Hulfsh, 1.-THE Last Rose OF
Summer" Miss Smooi. Tosti's "Gocd
Bye" Mrs. Thomas Hul6sh, Bonnie
Doone;" Mrs. WoOIls, "Bonnie Sweet
Bessie;" Mr.. Evans. 30 Would | were
a Bow again." and "Dixie."
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
THE GEORGE r. HILL MEMOIR
IAL.

The opSning exercises in connection
with the Young Peoples Building will
bs held December IS to % inclusive.
sermons and addresses will be delivered
each day during the week. On Sunday,
December Is at 4 p. M, Hon. Champ
CLARK, member Of Congress from Mis-
souri,, will address the meeting for men.
His subject will be "An Optimisp Mes-
sage On Sunday, Dec. p, at S:SOp. m;
Capt. Richmond Pearson Hobson will
speak on Patriotism and Character
Building" =. >,
Or. Curtis Lee Laws will give his IL
Illustrated lecture on "Vacstion Rara.
bles 10 England, Scotland, Ireland and
Wales" List night 6ue Besler stere'
opticon was installed 10 the Young Peo-
pies Building.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
ROYAL AROANUM.

The following officers Of Alexandria
Council, No. CIT, we're elected at the
meeting last night: Representative to
Grand Council, J. R. Mansfield; Alter
nate, NJ. Jsffs; Regent, g. A. Harlow;
Vice Regent, J. W. Talbot; Orator, J.
II. Watkins; Past Regent, N. :. Green
away, Secretary, J. E. Alexander; COL
lector, J. @. Cockey; Treasurer, George
Uhler; Chaplain, Alvin Powell; Guide
B. We'll; Warden, James Graham; SEN
try, D. II. Appich; Trustees, N; Vol
berg, w. F. Osrne, jr. and Nj. Morris
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
New York Stock Market.

New York, Dec. II. II a. m.-The market
was 90 lin adversely influenced by the re-
newed tension in the money market. IN
eesiness over the financial situation was add
sd TO by freely circulated reports that f. II.
Hartman was seriously Ill, but these rurors
were denied.
was The general heavy selling of important
railroad stocks, resulting in declines Of from
1 TO points.
Trading WAS much more quiet after the first
hour
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
SCHOONER SUNK.

The schooner Harlan W. Huston,
which sank in the Delaware river last
week during the heavy blow. is well
known at this port, where she frequently
came with csrgoes Of lumber and shingles
from Virgins and North Carolina
points. The Huston is one Of the feet
Of no topmast three masters built and
owned ia Delaware, and used exclusive
lv for the lumber and other trade on the
interior waters of the Atlantic coast.
Work of raising the Huston is now IN
pro yress.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
THE OLD DAIRY HOMESTEAD.

The production of Tho Old Dairy
Homestead at the Lvceum Hall last
night by the Lyceum Dramatic Club
was one of the best amateur perform
ances ever presented in this city. The
different parts showed careful study and
the lines we're interpreted in profess
sional manner. The drama was under
the efficient management of Mr.. Martin
e Green.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
COOLER WEATHER.

The warm and rainy weather of yes
terdsy passed away last night, having
been succeeded by heavy northwest
wind and sudden drop 10 the temper
sture. The weather today has been fair
aud cold. The steamer Washington, OF
the Norfolk line, arrived up this morn.
ing about two hours late on account OF
head winds and low tides.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
PROPOSALS.

Office OF Constructing Quariermasier. U. =.
Armv- Fort Washington, Maryland, Deeeni'
Der 9th. 1907. Sealed proposals, in triple le.
will he received at this Office until o'clfck p.
N. January 10th, 1906. for resuIfs ing macaiam
roads at Fort Washington, Nd Information
regarding plans and specifications may he
Obtained at this office. Intending bidders will
be required To deposit the sum Of hvel 3 dollars
n furnished with the plans and spe ihcation',
which sum will be refunded upon return OF
for Resurfaci Roads at Fort Washington.
Nd % and addressed 10 the Constructing
Qusrtermaster, U. 3. Army, Fort Washing
dsc12. ls,t4,1 1907, 4 jans.9 1908.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
ANOTHER SWINDLE.

The successful trick perpetrsted Mon
day night on druggist of this city by
which he was swindled out OF hVe dol,
lars in goods and money, an account Of
which appeared in yesterdays d'z'tte,
was repeated in Washington last night
A man who had doubtless read the item
succeeded in getting sundry articles and
change in as sleek q manner as did the
Alexandria negro.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
w. @. T. u.

There will be short business meet
inc of the Allison w. O. L. u. tomor-
row afternoon at the Children's Home
on Duke street, after which the regular
monthly board meeting will be held.
1t is hoped to have large attendance
They are always glad to welcome any
friends, who would like to meet with
fham
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
JAPANESE TEA.

The opening of the Japanese Tes Room
will take place on Friday. DECEMBER, 18th
from to O'clock q. M, At 2lo Prince street.
Don't fail to see the japanese Laundry.
Children especially invited. The enteTt i'm
ment will be for the bensft Of the Goo
sbenherd Mission Reading Room. The decora-
tons win be furnished By Kann 4 Son.
desil n
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
FUNERALS.

The funeral of the late Mrs. Marion
Fshrney took place from the residence
on south Alfred street this afternoon.
The funeral of the late William f. ylts
will take place tomorrow morning. B-v
Father Kelley will conduct the services, ard
Chief Goods will appoint six policemen t. &C
as pallbearers.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
SECOND PREaBYT TERRAIN CHURCH

A large audience gathered in the
Second Presbyterian Church again
last night, when Rev. DIR. Finn de.
liyered another interesting and practical
discourse. He took his text from the
End chapter of the Epistle to the He
brews. He will preach again tonight.
The Daley quartette continues to render
excellent vocal music.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
A Significant Prayer.

MAY the LORD help you make Bucklen's
Arnica Salve known TO al, writes J. y.
Jenkins, of Chapel Hill, n: c. 1t quickly
took the pain out Of felon for me and
cured it in wonderfully short time" Best
on earth for sores, burns and wounds. Zoc at
all drug stores
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
Ont of Sight.

"Out If sight, out of mind" in an old say
ing which applies with special force to = sore,
burn or wound that's been treated with Buck
lens Armies Salve. It's ont of sight, out Of
mind aud out Of existence. Piles, TOO, ana
and chilblaiu disappear under IFS healing In
duepca. Guaranteed nv druggists. 25c.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
ADaneereus Deadlock,

that sometimes terminates fatally is the stop
page Of liver and bowel functions. To quickly
end this condition without disagreeable SEN
sations, DR.. Kings New Life Pills should al
ways be your remedy. Guaranteed absolutely
satisfactory in every case or money back, at
all drug stores. 25c.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11

The president and directors o. the IRE rree
for The Interest and patronage of their frlenas
at the sale and recital last night. Especially
do they desire to thank all those VINO neipeu
to make the recital so enjoyable success
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
OHARIER.

The Corporation Commission has granted a
charter TO the Union Ice Company, OF Alex
audrja. The officers are f. C. Tague, presi-
dent: A. II Feltmsn, vice president: Z. II.
McVeigh, secretary and treasurer, all OF Wash
inPlnn
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11

THE ANNUAL MEETING of the stock
| holders of the GEO. w. KNOX EX-
PRESS COMPANY will be held at its prin'
cipal Office, Ill south Fairfax street, Alex.
andria, Virginia, on January Q, 1908, at $3.50
a. M. GED GIDDINGS, secretary.
decfl I'd
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11

Up to date Footwear. Buster Brown.
E. G. Skuffer, Educator. We keep The
leading styles. Try US. J. A. Mar
shall g. Bro, 422 King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11

A called meeting of the Woman's Auxiliary
toR.F. Lee Camp will be bel tomorrow,
THURSDAY evening, at 80 o'clock, in Confed-
erats Veterans building. Meeting OF I'M
ynnrfanQP
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11

Up to date Footwesr--We lend. o hers
follow. We keep the leading DEW idfa ::
Try US. ]. A. Marshsll Y Bros, ~
King street. poy2l "
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
LOCAL BREYITfE3.

The Mercantile Rsilwsy, Building and
Loan Association are distributing beau
tiiul calendars 10 its patrons.
In the Virginia Caroline Field Trial q
Spray, N. c., yesterday, Lone Jack. owned
by Capt. J. T. wilkins, OF this city, won one
Of the prizes.
The stockholders Of the Washington Ferti-
lizer Company met in this city today for the
election OF officers and for the transaction OF
other business
Several clerks who have been employed in
the transfer department at Potomac railroad
yards, north ofthis city. have been fdrlosghed.
The stores are taking on their holiday ap-
pearance and the Christmas shopping trade
has set in.
Kaufman Brothers advertise an attractive
stock of goods suitable for the Christmas holt
days.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11

For this section fair tonight and lhursasy,
temperature below freezing tonight; oimih-
ishing northwestern " nds.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
CARD OF THANKS.

DeWit's Little Riser Pills are sold BY W
F. Creighton * 60.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11

Money can be saved by buying your
Shoes at Msrshsll's, 422 King street.
NOVEL II
All want the best. The Hes, Walk
Over, Red Cross, and Queen Quality
Shoes are to be had at j. A. Marshall
& Bros, 422 King street. NOVEL If
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
CIRCUIT COURT.
Judge Harrison, presiding

J. L. Loose vs.. Southern Railway
Company, damage suit for 800, 900;
jury and case In progress.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11
Local Matters.
Sun and Tide Table.
Weather Probabilities.

Sun rises ton orrow at 7:10 m. and sets
4:3s High Water 1918 a. m. and l:5S.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11

DeWitt's Carbolized Witch Hazel Salves.
Get DeWitts. Sold by W. T. Creighton q
Go
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11

Girls WANTED.-In the fitting room at
VI the PAFF SHOE FACTORY, also In
packing room. Good wages. Easy work.
Steady employment. dec Nv
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-12-11

xxTANTFD.-Twenty- WOOD CHOP
w PIERS. Apply to George l.. Young,
near Pohiek Station. Fairfax county, or 10
his stand In the City Market on Saturdays.
dec7 lW
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WANTED.

XxIANTED.-A YOUTH or GIRL who
Wv wishes 10 learn printing can secure en-
ployneut at this office. dec ~
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-03-17

PLAIN TAFFETA RIBBONS, 31a to 4
in. undesirable for hair
or neck bows; all colors. 1ON n
~
ALL-SILK FAILLETINE RIBBON
the seasons favorte for millinery; D.
in. wide: new spring colors and black
or white. Worth 35c, yd. Csc.
Sale price. OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES
MORE TAFFETA RIBBON, B. 2Sc
in. wide, worth 45c. yd., for.
width 61a-in., for SOC. yd)
SATIN TAFFETA RIBBONS, in new
spring shades and black or white:
81 in wide worth 25c. yd., for. .19c.
sin. wide, worth 35c yd., for. -. .2ec.
61s lin. wide, worth Csc. yd., for. SOC.
DAINTY WARP PRINT RIBBONS,
white grounds with colored flowers;
some with narrow satin edge;
8 to Ain. wide; worth 35c. yd., Doc
RIBBONS in stripes, checks and plaids;
3D. to sin. wide. These are in great
demand; many combinations OF colors,
including black and white:
20C., 30C., SOC. yd.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-03-17
Our $l.5O gloves.

French Real Kid Glace
Gloves, in 2 and 3 clasps, Paris point
stitched backs, in all the new colorings,
also black and white.
-Wonen's Pique-sewn Glace Walking
Gloves, 2-clasp, with Paris point
stitched backs, very stylish, in black,
white, tan, modes, brown, butter and
pearl color, etc.
-Women's French Suede, 2-clasp pique,
and overstitched, in modes, gray, tan,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-03-17
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More than a doZ-
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For wraps - for
dresses - these
buttons are most
appropriate %
use, and there is
such a range of
Colors that any
shade trimming
or cloth can be
matched.
T. n A VI F. l. f ID
BUTTONS. in
filagree effect.
: III f LII BUT
TONS, i'm green,
blue, ray,
brown or black.
CHECKED BUT
TONS.
& o VI BINATION
BUTTONS of
gold and with
center of color
In bar effect.
HERRING BONE
STRIPE BUT
TONS.
We've the smaller
Buttons to match
these at 25c. a
dozen.
First FloOr-Trim-
ming Section.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1907-09-23
MAUI HAPPENINGS
Of PAST WEEK
Kihei Faces Damage Suit for
Dissertation of Ancestral
Graves.

WAILUKU, September 21.-Clarence
W. Ashford came up by Tuesday
steamer from Honolulu and filed a suit
against the Kihei Plantation Company
for fifteen thousand dollars as damages
for converting to its use land claimed
by Patrick Cockett and others.
The land in question is the burial
place of the progenitors of the
plaintiffs.
1t is claimed that the graves were
plowed up and converted into cane
fields While the plaintiffs were owners
of the property.
The case will probably be heard dur
ing the October term
A great many persons visited the
tablelands up lao Valley Sunday The
place is becoming more popular as
place TO get out of the heat 1t is but
an hours ride and affords an opportu-
nifty to be in different surroundings and
climatic conditions that are refreshing.
A very pleasant farewell party was
given by Judge and Mrs. A. N. Ke-
poikai to Mrs. Harry Murray of Ho-
nolulu Tuesday evening at their home.
Mrs. r. B. Lyons rendered some choice
piano selections. Cards We're enjoyed
by all. after which excellent refresh
ments We're served.
w. G. Scott of Paia was in town
Wednesday. He and his family will
go to the rubber lands of Nahiku this
week and remain there some two or
three weeks. Mr. Scott has over
twelve thousand trees growing on his
land there.
Judge Kalua and NJ. P. Waiwaiole
went to Lahaina Wednesday to attend
the annual convention of the Maui
Sunday schools.
Rev. and Mrs. DR.. A. S. Baker have
been spending a few days with Rev.
and Mrs. Dodge.
G. D. Lufkin the cashier of the First
National Bank of Wailuku, left We'd
nesday for st. Paul, Minnesota, where
he will join Mrs. Lufkfn and later visit
his mother, and remain there until
after Christmas. He and Mrs. Lufkin
will return to Waikiki in January.
Mrs. r. E. Mist and daughter re-
turned to Honolulu Wednesday. They |
have been enjoying the delightful eli |
mate and scenery of the slopes of Ha-
eakala.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1907-09-23
THE F|SHMARkET.
WAR On IN HILO
Lucas Has Sold Out Business
to a Japanese Com
pany.

! HILO, September 21.-There ha:
i been another turn in the affairs OF
the local fish markets and as a result
the newly built Gehr market on the
right bank of the Wailoa river, above
the railroad bridge is to all intents de-
serted This has been brought about
| by hui of Japanese fishermen, head
ed by Haigasili and Agawa, who have
| bought out the entire business of r.
"A. Lucas and have taken over the
| unexpired portion of his lease of the
fWaiakea fish market.
1t will be remembered that when
Gehr put up his new market trouble
followed with the railroad people over
a right of way and also regarding the
keeping the swing bridge open. Things
looked as though Gehr had entirely
the best of the argument over the
swing bridge and the fact that he had
concluded agreements with the bulk
of the japanese fishermen to go to his
market exclusively appeared to be a
winning card. Now by this latest deal
the business is again diverted to the
old stand though just how the Japa-
nese will side-step their agreements
with. Gehr is a matter that quite pos
sibly will have to be settled by the
courts.
At all events the Japanese are not
worrying and on Saturday last the
new hui, which is officially known as
the Japanese Sea Produce Company"
celebrated the opening of the market
under their auspices by a luau on the
market premises.
The whole place was decorated in
customary Japanese style. flags and
palms being used in profusion. The
banquet itself was served in excel
lent style. There were many guests
present. the county government being
particularly we'll represented. Many
speeches were made both in English
and in japanese and congratulations
were greeted with "banzais" innumer-
able. A novel feature of the banquet
was the appearance of daintily CARRIED
Japanese maidens who stood behind
the guests with fans. An exhibition of
sword play and wrestling followed, the
Japanese present taking the keenest
interest in the events.
The luau was a sort of continuous
performance as it was kept up for the
greater part of Sunday by the toilers
of the deep. Meanwhile the next move
in the market business will be watch
ed for with interest. Gehr is not the
type that gives up without a fight and
there may he interesting events. Lucas
states that he is out of the market
business entirely. He had about ten
years term unexpired on his leases of
the market premises but he has sold |
this out absolutely to the Japanese.