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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
REPAIRING OF DAMAGE.
Condition of Building Used as Tenn
porarY Police Court.


porary Police Court.
Allison Nailor, jr., owner of the building
on 18th street lately occupied by the
Police Court while the present edifice was
in course of construction, has directed the
attention of the Commissioners to "the
damaged and filthy condition in which his
building was left when the court moved
out. He declares that considerable damage
was done the walls and ceilings; marble
mantels either removed or broken; holes cut
In the walls for stove pipes; the contents Of
stoves, such as ashes and cinders, dumped
upon the floors, and the lower part Of the
building flooded with water. Mr.. Nailor
wants his building restored to a condition
as good as before it was occupied by the
court
When the matter was referred to Col.
Biddle, Engineer Commissioner, today he
recommended that the broken water pipes
be repaired; that the premises be cleaned
of all rubbish, and any mantel moved by
the District will be reset, and the plastering
damaged by flooding or cutting holes
through the ceilings or walls will be re-
paired. Such will be done at the Districts
expense, but the replacing Of partitions and
other changes, Commissioner Biddle con-
tends should be done at the expense Of the
owner, as it was understood that the build
ing would have to undergo several altera-
tons in order to be used as a court. and
there Is nothing in the lease which would
hold the District responsible.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
Plans for Annual Encampment

The local members of the fraternal order
known as the Woodmen of the World are
making arrangements for the annual en-
campment, to be held at the jamestown
exposition. May ID. Commander j. T. Yates
OF the uniformed rank is said to be taking
a leading part in the matter. 1t is expected
that several of the Woodmen will pitch
their tents on the exposition ground.
1t is planned for the encampment to con-
tinue one week, and the uniformed mem
bers will give drills during that period on
the camp ground. which will be named
Lee parade" in honor of the noted con-
federate commander. The Washington
branches may go TO Jamestown by steam
boat. The total attendance is Appropriated
at 10000.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
MANY AT coRcoRAN GALLERY.
Over 5000 Viewed New Paintings by
American Artists.

Yesterday was another big day at the
Corcoran Art Gallery, $3.50 persons passing
through the DOORS but two less than
the number who visited the gallery
the previous Sunday. This great interest
on the part of the public has been most
gratifying to the management, indicating
In no uncertain way not only the popularity
Of the present annual exhibition, but pre-
saying success for future exhibitions as
well.
Since the present exhibition of oil paint
ings by contemporary American artists
opened at the gallery. on February last
2O,45s persons have viewed the collection.
The exhibition will close the evening of
March 8. On Mondays, Wednesdays and
Fridays an admission is charged, but on
the other days Of the week the gallery is
open to the public.
The daily average attendance during the
ten days the display has been open is .7O4
An average OF 2o5 attended on days admis-
sion was charged, and an average of 2462
on days when there was no admission.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
Keep You " arm.

Miller Oil Stoves. 80 81 so. $500
Gas Radiators. s2I5. $780, $3.50
Gas Drums and Stoves. ........... SOC, $l.5O
616 18th st. c. A. Muddiman & Co. 12o4 u
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
The Finest Of Seasonable Flowers.
Reasonably priced. Blackistone's, 18th H.
Advertisement.
RETURNS TO OLD WAYS.
William Mcneil, Recently in Prison,
Arrested for Theft,

Il just got home from Moundsville, last
Wednesday, said William Mcneil, a young
colored man, when placed under arrest this
morning by Detective Barbee, "and 1 don't
want to get locked up again.
Mcneil was found by the detective trying
to dispose of some tobacco and was ar
rested on suspicion. He had been under
arrest only few minutes, it is said, be-
fore he admitted he had obtained the to-
bacco by unlawful means.
Il got 1t from the fruit stand at 9th and
E Streets" he said Il went there this
morning just before daybreak and climbed
over the grating"
He said he had slept at different places
since his return from prison, remaining at
Jackson City last night and coming across
the river early this morning. Gabriel Mi
chael, proprietor of the fruit stand, COM
planned of the robbery after the colored
man had been arrested. Mcneil will have
to appear in court tomorrow and answer a
charge of theft
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
Mt. Vernon Council Meets.

At a recent meeting of Mount Vernon
Council, No. 10, Jr. o. U. A. NJ, the ques-
ton of reduction of the price of gas in the
District of Columbia was discussed and a
resolution was offered by P. C. William NJ.
Bobo and adopted, setting forth that Rep
resentative Madden, having presented Il bill
In the House of Representatives for the
purpose of reducing the price of gas in The
District of Columbia ii is the sense of IT, e
council that its 295 members (all con-
sumers of gas ndorse the bill as presente
by Mr. Madden and pledge support and best
endeavors to successfully accomplish the
desired reduction.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
Annual Dinner and Reunion.

Arrangements have been made by the
local association Of the Zeta Psi fraternity
for the annual dinner and reunion to be
given at the New Willard Hotel Thursday
evening at 1870 o'clock. Efforts h7ve been
made by the committee of arrangements
to secure the names of all the Zetas in this
city, and those who have not received invi-
ia atoms are requested to send in their names
to the secretary of the association, Walter
c. Allen District building.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
Catarrlets

Antiseptic tablets, relieve Nasal Catarrh. cure
Cold In Head and Sore Throat; best Mouth Wash
and safeguard against contagious diseases. Soc.
81. Druggists OK mail.
q. ]. HOOD CO.. LOWELL. Mas.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
Found in Unconscious Condition.

Unconscious from exposure to the cold,
Fred Skipwith, colored, was found in
Slate alley northwest Saturday by Po-
liceman Lille of the first precinct. Skip
with was lying on pile of snow and ice.
his bare hands were resting on the ice
and his clothing was too thin to properly
protect him, even under ordinary circum-
stances. He was sent to the Emergency
Hospital. and later to the first precinct
station house.
Skipwith has been found asleep on
bitual drunkenness was placed against
him in the Police Court today. After Po-
ltceman Lille explained these circum-
stances to Judge Kimball the court Or
dered restraint for Skipwith for thirty
days.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
PLAYGROUND BANQUET.

1t is explained that the playground BAN
auet this year will be held at a fortunate
time, occurring just after the announce
ment of the appropriation granted by the
Senate. For the last four or five years the
Playground Association has been existing
mostly on the funds contributed by those
interested in the movement and without
permanent sites for it's Fairgrounds. If
the appropriation of $4,000 passed by the
Senate goes through the House, it is ex-
planned. it will make possible a beginning
of the work on a much more satisfactory
basis.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
DEMANDS JURY TRIAL.
Lunch Room Proprietor Charged With
Illicit Sale of Liquor.

John Fidler, who runs lunch room at
3215 Mount Pleasant street, was taken into
custody yesterday by Sergt. Bremerman,
Precinct Detective Greene and Policeman
Sullivan Of the tenth precinct on a charge
of selling liquor without a license. He
procured bondsman, who furnished $1,000
security for his release. to appear. in the
Police Court this morning. When ar
raigned today he pleaded not guilty and
demanded trial by jury.
The police learned from citizen, it 10
said, that liquor was being served at this
lunch room and determined to investigate.
AS a result, it is said, the arrest followed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
CITY AND DISTRICT.
Wills Filed for Probate.

BY the terms of the will of Henry Kropp,
dated February II, 1907, and offered today
for probate, Katie Bunce is given s1OO and
Henry kropp, jr., and Maggie Kropp S.
each. The residue of the estate is to be
used in the purchase of a tombstone to
mark the testator's grave in Prospect Hill
cemetery. John w. Hile is named as ex-
ecutor.
The will of George 1. Hall, dated June 13,
1892, was filed for probate today. The tes-
tator explained that he had made pro-
vision for his children, and to his wife,
Lucy Hall, he bequeathed premises 221 18th
street southwest and also the residue of his
estate, real and personal Lucy Hall is
named executrix without bond.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18

philanthropy and was connected with the
Associated Charities organization Of this
city. He was also president of a local fra
ternal insurance company.
The deceased was an active Mason, be-
longing to Naval Lodge. No. 4. F. A. A. NJ. !;
Naval Chapter, r. A. NJ, and Orient Com
mandery, X. T., and will be buried under
Masonic auspices. The funeral will occur
Wednesday, February 20, at the late resi-
dence of the deceased. and interment will
be made at the Congressional cemetery.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18

President Samuel Gompers Of the Ameri-
can Federation of Labor will leave here this
evening for indianapolis. 1t Is said he will
60 there to attend a conference Of repre-
sentatives Of all the building trades in the
United States February 20. The purpose
of the meeting Ia stated to be to bring
about closer affiliation OF certain Of the
trades and take action generally for the
betterment Of the builders
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
GUNNERY DEVELOPMENT.
Lecture to Be Delivered by Lieut..
Commander Sims.

COuludUUeI 01uIS.
Upon the invitation of Lieut.. Commander
William s. Sims Of the navy, large num-
Der of naval and army officers will as
semble this afternoon in the reception room
of the Secretary Of the Navy and listen
to a lecture by him on the development
Of gunnery. Lieut.. Commander Sims Is
regarded as the father Of the present high
ly developed system of naval target prac-
tice, and much of the credit for the fact
that the American naval gunners now hold
the worlds record for accuracy and ra-
pidity Of fire is freely accorded by naval
officers to him.
The lecture will ne given after the close
of office hours today, and it is the inten-
ton to keep strictly confidential the in
formation impaired by Commander Sims.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
PASSING OF A PIONEER
DEATH OF CHAS. A, BRADFORD
VETERAN POSTAL EMPLoYE.

The death of Charles a. Bradford at his
residence, No. 210 4th street southeast, at
6:15 o'clock this morning, removed from
active life one who had been associated
with the postal service of the country for
over thirty years and a resident of Wash
ington for very many years.
The deceased was in his seventy-sixth
year, and was born In Boston and spent his
boyhood days in that city. He married
Miss Harriet Jacobs in the District who
survives him. Four sons, r. A. Bradford,
L. E. Bradford, F. D. Bradford and George
B. Bradford, all of this city, also survive
him.
Mr.. Bradford was known for his practical
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
Japan sse Art Objects at Sloan's.

The important collection of japanese high
art objects by Mr.. Keiji Hawai-, including
rare por celains, ivories, embroideries teak
wood furniture, screens, &C., on view at
Sloan's today, will be sold there tomorrow
Wednesday and Thursday, with opening ses-
sions tomorrow at II am. and pm. Rooms
comfortable and seats provided for patrons
Descriptive catalogues on application to c.
G. Sloan &, Co., 1907 G st.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
LOCAL MENTION.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

Belasco-Guy Standing in 1.-THE Love
Route" S:15 pm.
National-William Gillette in "Clarice, -"
Sis pm.
Columbia-Keller, Sis pm.
Chase's-Polite vaudeville, SIS pm.
Majestic-Bickel, Watson and Wrothe, in
''Tom Dick and Harry Sis pm.
New Lyceum-"Mss New York, Jr,' Sis
pm.
Convention Hall-Roller skating, morning,
afternoon and night.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
Resigns His Position.

Mr.. ]. D. Finch private secretary to Sem
ator Newlands of Nevada, has resigned his
position to go to Carson City. New, March
8 to accept the position of official reporter
of the supreme court of that state, an office
recently created. Mr.. Finch was secretary
to former Senator William M. Stewart of
Nevada, and when the venerable senator
retired from the Senate his secretary was
retained by Senator Newlands.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
Choice Meats Are the Basis

of a good menu. In making your selections
at T. T. KEANE cos You have only the
best to choose from-WaShingto tom dressed
beef, veal, lamb, Southdown mutton and
'Deerfoot Farm" sausage, hams, etc. of un-
surpassed quality. Visit stalls 34-51 Center
daily displays of these tempting products.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18

No. 1 engine company responded to q
local alarm about o'clock yesterday af-
ternoon and found blaze in motor car
116 on the line of the Washington Traction
and Electric Company at Connecticut ave-
nue. and L street. About $25 damage was
caused to the car. There were many pas
sengers in the car at the time the fire
started and they scrambled out of the
vehicle. None Of them was injured.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
Fine New Furniture on Exhibition

to be sold by auction Wednesday morning
commencing IL am. Beautiful new fur
nishings for the home, direct from stand
ard manufacturers. Always glad to have
visitors. Wilson & Mayors, 1927 and 1929
q ST.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18

horse attached to runabout, the prop
erty of Charles Miller, living at 627 I
street northeast, ran away in the northeast
section of the city yesterday afternoon.
Near the intersection of Sth and G streets
the animal fell and was seriously injured.
The vehicle was damaged, but nobody was
hurt,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
The Call for Better Bread

made milk" Bread-the most delicious anl
most nutritious bread that can be produced
Made of carefully selected materials BY
skilled home-bakers in a modern home bak
cry. Delivered fresh and clean from over
to table, &C.. Homemade Pies, zoe. Holmes
Bakery, LIST & E SITS. Phones E. 144O & 1441
1t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
A Few Words Under Business

Opportunities In The Star, which cost but
trihe 45 cents for fifteen words, three
times), may be the means of disposing of
dreds.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
EXCURSIONS TOMORROW.

Norfolk and Washington steamers, for
Fort Monroe, Norfolk and all points south,
every day in the year at $50 pm.
Electric trains from 18th street and
PENNSYLVANIA avenue for Mount Vernon
hourly 10 a m. to . pm. Arlington and AL
exandria every twenty minutes.
Cars from station at Aqueduct bridge for
Arlington Fort Myer and Falls Church
half hourly.
Ferry steamer Callahan to Alexandra
hourly from $50 a m. to $50 pm.
For Rock Creek bridge, Geological Park,
Chevy Chase and Observation-Disclosures cars
from 10Th street and New York avenue
every fifteen minutes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
Candies Usually &C., Only 35c.

You can buy the purest and most delicious
candies at this low price at Geo. B. SheetZs.
Better than the usual Coo. kinds. Over 100
varieties, fresh daily. Store, 10th and F.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18

Run No Risk-det cold Braddock"
Maryland Rye when whiskey is needed for
medicinal purposes. Uniform purity makes it
asafe choice always. Atgrocers and dealers.
advertisement
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
Seaboard Florida Limitet.

The only daily electric-lighted Pullman
train to Florida. Leaves Washington 6:o5
p M, arriving st. Augustine $50 pm. next
day. Office, 1927 Pa. ave.-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
Anacostia Branch Star Office.

Charles G. Lohrs Printery, 25 Monroe
street, receives advertisements for The Star
at regular rates. The best help Is obtained
through The Star at 1 cent word
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
The Safety of Valuable Papers,

Jewels, ETC., is insured by placing such be-
longings in the Safe Deposit Boxes of Union
Trust Co, 1414 +. Rented, s. year-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18

Mrs. Emma E. Lipps, forty-two years Of
age, whose home is at AL Harrison street,
Anacostia, fell on the stairs at 1881 Dun
can street northeast last night and re-
cefved painful scalp wound. She was
taken to the Casualty Hospital.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
CITY ITEMS.

There's More Nutriment and Health
in one loaf Of Schneider's Malt Bread
than in two of an inferior grade. Purity and
careful baking make it the best bread for
your table. At your grocers. Demand tilt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18

Lbs. Sailed Peanuts for 25c.;
Chocolate Drops. 14c.: Peppermint and Win
tergreen Creams, 12c.; Layer Figs, 1Oc !;
Dates, &C.; 10c: Milk Chocolate, 25c !;
Cider, 1sc. GAL; Fancy Mixed Cakes, 12c. !;
Lemon Jumbles. 1Oc.; Snaps. 4c. ]. T. D..
Pyles' Stores. fe16-3t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
There is but One Explanation

Of the continued popularity of "Old Glory.
That is it's unvarying purity and careful
brewing. A healthful dark beer, we'll aged
Fer case phone w .436, bner-Drury Brew.Co
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
Chris. Handlers Famous Mellisto..

Wild Cherry Cordial, best for colds, coughs
grip and malaria. 75c qt.; SOC. full pit. 800 7th
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18

Levi E. Cant colored, fifty years of age,
was taken suddenly i'll last night about IL
o'clock in front of 1883 L street northwest
Giants home is at 1911 Church street. He
was taken to the Emergency Hospital and
RiYen treatment.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18

We Have Both Hotbed Sash
and Glass. Let US fill your order-lowest
prices. Eisnger Bros, 2109 It'll st. NV.
fe1S-d, eSu,3
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
CURE FOR IpDMP[L|E@

Gently smear the face with
CUTICURA OINTMENT,
but do not rub. Wash off the
OINTMENT in FIVE minutes
with CUTICURA SOAP and
hot water, and battle freely for
some minutes. Repeat morn
ing and evening. Use CUTI-
CURA SOAP alone, at other
times, as often as agreeable.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18

Swift g. Company's sales Of Fresh Beef
in Washington for the week ending Satur-
day, February 16, averaged 1903 cents per
pound.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18

We Will Deliver 7ou the Coal.
(No trouble.) Call ana SEQ US. W. ].
Zeh Co., 1910 NV. feS-tf
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18

You'll Like G. & 8. Velvet Kind
"a high-grade Ice Cream. Druggists
Advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18

We win Deliver You the Coal.
mo trouble) Call and see u.s. w. J.
Zeh Co.. 1887 g NV. fe8-tf
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
v. Baldwin Johnson's Coal, 612 9th St.

None better. White ash coal 80 cents a
ton OF for spot cash, 70" city delivery
Advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18

All Amateur Pictures Printed, Sc. Up.
In real velox. wHITsoN's. 712 9th ST. NV.
jy12-tf
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
A Good Time is Assured

any evening you visit Geyer's Winter Gar
den. Choice foods & beverages served. 1927
18th. 1t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18

John R. Kelly, Center Market, 9th st.
wing, NY roast beef; corned beef,specialty.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
Dyspeplets

Give instant relief in Sour Stomach. Heartburn.
Nausea. all discomforts of indigestion and dys-
pepsia. Pleasant and economical. Medium size,
25c.; large. 81; pocket. handsome aluminium bon-
bonniere, 10c. Druggists mail.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18

For the best and most efficient help use
the Star want ads"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18

We Will Deliver You the Coal.
(No trouble) Call and see u.s. w. J.
Zeh Co., 1887 G NV. feS-tf
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18

Reisinger Makes the Best Ice
Cream, 81 gall, SOC. " gal 235 G. Tel. NJ. 2767
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-18
Bensdorp's Dutch Chocolate.

Mind you, today only. 1sc 1-2 lib. Cali
fornia canned cherries and pineapple, 1Oc
can. Donnelly's, 14th & SITS. Phone NJ. 1896.
1t
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1907-03-20
"Your hand, Captain Ba1dos."

won far more than the honor and love
I can bestow upon you. They tell me
you are prisoner, a suspected traitor.
1t shall be my duty and joy to explain
your motives and your actions. Have
no fear. The hour will be short and
the fruit much the sweeter for the bit
terneSs.''
Thunder muttered Harry Anguish.
"You don't intend to slap him into
cell, do you, Gren?" Baldos overheard
the remark.
Il prefer that course, sir, until it has
been clearly established that all have
said to you is the truth. Count Mar
lanx must be satisfied" said he.
"And, Baldos, is all well with her?'
asked the one we have known as Ra-
vone
''She is being put to bed" said Bal
dos, with laugh so jolly that Ravone's
lean face was wreathed in a sympa-
thetic smile. 81 am ready, gentlemen"
He marched CALAMITY away between
the guards, followed by Dangloss and
Colonel QuinnoX.
Naturally the Graustark leaders were
cautious, even skeptical. They await
ed confirmation Of the glorious news
with varying emotions. The shock pro-
duced by the appearance Of Prince
Dantan in the person Of the ascetic
Ravone was almost stupefying. Even
Beverly, who knew the vagabond bet
ter than all The others, had not dream
ed Of Ravone as the fugitive prince.
Secretly Shn had hoped Us long as she
could that BalGos would prove. after
all. to be DO other than Dantan. This
hope had dwindled to nothing however,
and she was quite prepared for the
revelation. She now saw that he was
Just what he profcssed to be--a brave
but humble friend Of the young SOY
ereign. and she WAS happy in the
knowledge that she loved him for what
be was and not for what he might
have been.
''He is my best friend" said Ravone.
rs they led Baldos away. ~ am called
Eavone, gentlemen, and l am content
to be known by that name until better
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1907-03-20
FIRE AND FLOOD.
A Terrible Disaster at Wheeling, West
Virginia.

Wheeling, w. Va, March ia
serious ire and terrific explosion of
gas in the plant Of the W. A War
riok Pottery Company added to the
horror fthe food today. The plant
was destroyed. The flames reached
nearby tenement houses and the oc-
cupants were trapped. The flames
attacking the roofs of houses while
eight feet Of water about the lower
stories cut off escape. Skiffs were
rushed to the scene and most Of the
occupants were rescued. Seven of the
terror-stricken people leap@d into the
water and were drowned. It is be-
lieved that a number of others were
swept away by the water. Leaky gas
mains fed the flames and added to the
horror.