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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
COMPLIMENTS OF SEASON.
Superintendent of Police Extends
Greetings to Members of Force.

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Greetings to Members Of Force.
At roll call In the several police pre-
cincts last night the captains communi-
Gated to the men the compliments of the
season from Maj. Sylvester. The greet
ings were contained in the daily bulletin
issued from headquarters, and read as
follows:
The major and superintendent extends
to the members of the force and the en-
ployes Of the department the season.
greetings. wishing them each and all
merry Christmas and happy New Year.
Great progress has been in evidence in
this Jurisdiction in every direction in the
past few years. which was especially
marked during the twelve months now
drawing to a close. Inadequacy in your
number has made your work arduous
and incessant, minor matters receiving
that same diligent attention which char
acterized your efforts in reference to the
more important requirements.
Emergencies have been met, crime and
disorder have been effectually kept down
and criminals apprehended.
You have much to be thankful for and
more to be hoped for"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
Combination Makes Trouble.

Escaping gas. a lighted match and a
consequent explosion caused consider
able excitement last night in the resi-
dence of Augustus S. Worthington, POI >
Massachusetts avenue. The excite
ment increased when laree glass
globe covering a second gas Jet fell
with crash to the floor and shattered
into bits.
A small piece of drapery took fire.
and some one in the house sent a local
alarm to engine company No. 8. Be-
fore the firemen arrived. however, the
flames were smothered by occupants of
the house. The loss by fire and ex-
plosion was stated to be about 80. No
ons was injured.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

Kodaks! Kodaks! Kodaks!
and charging WILSON'S. 712 9th n W.
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
erich Mr.. Hoggenheimer.o

Sam Bernard. pleasantly remembered as
Piggy" Hoggenheimer in THE Girl from
Kays," comes to the New National next
week In The Rich Mr.. Hoggenheimer," a
musical farce. 1.-THE Rich Mr.. Hoggen-
heimer" is a continuation of THE Girl
from Kays." The central character, por-
trayed. Of course by Bernard. is the same
old love-making Piggy" He has grown
twenty years older: has married his sweet
heart-the pretty little milliner-and they
have a son who has reached manhood.
The company includes Neva Aymer, Ma
rion Carson, Josephine Angela, David Tor
rance and Dwight Williams. A matinee
will be given New Year day and Satur-
day.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
EXCURSIONS TOMORROW.

Norfolk and Washington steamers for
Fort Monroe. Norfolk. Newport News and
all points south, every evening in the year
at $50 o'clock
Electric trains from 10Th street and
Pennsylvania avenue for Mount Vernon
hourly 10 am. to pm. Arlington and
Alexandria every twenty minutes
Cars from station at Aqueduct bridge
for Arlington Fort Myer and Falls
Church half hourly.
Ferry steamer Lackawanna to AleNan-
dria every hour and a half from g a m to
& pm,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
EXCURSIONS.

Historic and natural attractions and
splendid climate and hotel accommoda-
tons serve to draw to Old Point Com
fort hundreds who usually pass the holi-
day season away from town. The pan
Drama of military and naval life, both
branches of the service being represented
at Old Point Comfort, lends constant in
terest to affairs at Old Point, and in adj
dition there is excellent hunting in the
nearby tidewater regions Perfect serv-
ice is maintained by the Norfolk and
Washington steamers, trips being made
nections are made at Norfolk with trains
for the southern resorts and with steamers
for Boston and New York as well. Ticket
offices are located at 7th street wharf and
at 7O0 18th street
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
SERIOUSLY INJURED.
Mrs. J. 2. Yoder Knocked Down by
an Automobile.

Mrs. Yoder. wife of Jocelyn Il. Yoder
who resides at 144 18th street southeast
and is in the insurance business at $50.
F street. was knocked down last night by
an automobile belonging to w. c. Blum
don Of 30 Quincy street northeast, and
her head was seriously injured. The acct
dent occurred near 10th and + streets
about 1880 o'clock. Mrs. Yoder was re-
moved to the hospital without delay, and
the physicians found her suffering from
conclusion of the brain. This morning
DR.. Lewis ]. Battle, her family physician
went to the hospital and took charge OF
the patient 1t was stated at the hos
pital that while Mrs. Yoder was seriously
nurt, she will probably recover.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
DEWEY FAvoRS IT.
Would Revive the Grade OF Vice
Admiral.

Admiral Dewey favors the revival Of the
grade of vice admiral in the navy. In a
recent discussion of the subject he said
that there should be at least two officers
of that grade-one to command the Allan
TIC heet and the other to command the
Pacific fleet. He expressed the hope that
Congress would act favorably and prompt
~ on one of the bills now before that body
providing for the creation of the Office of
vice admiral so that Rear Admiral Evans.
commanding the Atlantic fleet, may at
once be elevated to a rank commensurate
with the dignity and power OF his COM
mand.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
TOTAL CIRCULATION OF
LAST SUNDAYS STAR
1889
Largest, Best and Only Sworn Sunday
Circulation in the City.
CITY AND DISTRICT.

Joseph NJ. Smith. twenty-six years of
age, who gave his address 1108 Sd
street northeast. fell down a flight of steps
last night at 216 John Marshall place. 1t
was believed that he had received severe
injuries, and the police hurried him to the
Emergency Hospital The physicians de-
clared he had sustained no injury. and he
was cared for at the sixth precinct sta
ton until later in the night.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
Funeral of Mrs. Lizzie Ann Reese

= uueIdl OF VuTS. LlZZ1e Auu heeSc.
The funeral of Mrs. Lizzie Ann Reese.
who died Monday afternoon at the resi-
dence OF her son-in-law, ]. F. Stock,
to1k place at o'clock yesterday after
noon from the family residence. 1917
street northwest. Rev. Robert Moore,
pastor of the Foundry Church, conduct
ed the services. .Interment was made
Md.
Mrs. Reese was ninety-eight years
old. and could recall every President
of the United States since John Adams.
of the war of 1912 and the public re-
ception to Lafayette in Baltimore in
1924
Four children, Mrs Ellen George of
Elkton, Md; Mrs. Virginia Veltch and
Mrs. William Stewart of Baltimore and
Miss Fannie Reese of this city, survive
her.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
Can't. Morrow in Collision.

Engineer Commissioner Morrow's car
riage was in collision with a street car
last night at the intersection of Columbia
road and 18th street. Mason Winston,
the colored driver. neglected to keep his
team out of the way of the heavier We
hicle and when the collision ocurrad he
was slightly injured. The Commissioner
escaped injury, although the vehicle was
badly damaged.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
Slightly Disfigured But Happy

Eugene Howard. five years of age,
feared his Christmas holiday had been
spoiled yesterday when he was struck by
a delivery wagon and knocked down.
The little fellow thought he would have
TO go to bed and be bandaged. and that
Santa Claus would slight him, but he
mustered up courage enough to get up
and walk away. He received a slight
scalp wound. but. under the circum-
stances. he could see no reason to COM
plain, and he went home with his mother
fully prepared TO enjoy himself this
morning.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
Petition in Bankruptcy.

Miss Helen Patterson, who resides at the
Ventosa apartments, list and streets
northwest. has filed a petition in volun-
tary bankruptcy. She lists her debts at
81 1899. and says her assets comprise
only her household furniture, for which
she claims exemption under the law. At
torney r. B. Behrend represents the Pc
titioner
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
Recommendation Approved.

Commissioner West yesterday approved
the recommendation of Capt John c.
Daley Of the ninth precinct police station
that the cars Of the Washington Railway
and Electric Company be required to come
to a stop on the near side of 4th and C
streets northeast. Heretofore the cars
have only been coming to stop at the
corner of 4th street and Massachusetts,
avenue.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

The vaudeville portion of the program Of
the Fred Twins big show at the Gayety
Theater next week includes Harry Camp
bell. William Kenney. Billy, Walsh. Lou
Bates, Frank Lynch, VIII Mahoney, Muir
ray Livingston. Margaret Bennett, Hazel
Sanger and Lillian Carter. Two new bur-
lesques entitled THE Great White Way
and Ladies Day at the Actors Club" are
given.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

G. / HOOD CO.. Lowell, MasA
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
7 HE 7 TIE R i.
"House of 1000 Candles. ,

''The House of Thousand Candles"
with E. NJ. Holland in the leading role,
will be the attraction at the Belasco Thea
ter next week. The production is made by
Mr.. Hackett Mr.. Holland will be support
ed by strong company which includes
Mabel Roebuck, Mary Elizabeth Forbes.
Edna Conroy. Stephen Grattan, Lewis
Fielder, Frank E. Aiken. Darrell Stand
ing. William Hazeltine, H. N Clugston
and F. A. Sullivan
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
EXPERIENCE EXTRAORDINARY
DR.. William M. Starr Celebrates His
One Hundredth Christmas


Celebrating his Tooth Christmas DIR
WILLIAM NJ. Starr, oldest member of the
oldest Inhabitants Association, is quietly
RECEIVING a few friends today at his home,
100 G street.
"A little more than three months ago,
OCTOBER IA. DR.. Starr observed his cente.
nary and he gave dinner and entertain.
ment to the Oldest Inhabitants Associa-
tion at the Queen cafe. It'll and G streets.
At the Queen cafe today DR.. Starts table
IS decorated with miniature Christmas
tree, which glistens with tinsel and shiny
pans, after the traditional fashion of
christmas trees. The tree is a novelty in
its way, being made of steel. colored in
imitation Of regulation spruce foliage.
II was secured in New York by Dr. Star
zen years ago. and it has been one of the
FEATURES OF each of his observances of the
holidays since that time.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
LOCAL MENTION.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

National - William Faversham in THE
Squaw Man." Sis pm.
Columbia-"Miss Hook of Holland"
pm.
Belasco-Mary Mannering in GLORIOUS
Betsy" SIS pm.
Chase 's-Polite vaudeville, SIS pm.
Majestic-"The Boy With the Doodle
S:1J pm.
New Academy-"Edna, the Pretty Type
writer" SIS pm.
Gayety-Al Reeves Big Beauty Show,
S:1J pm.
New Lyceum-The Empire Burlesquers,
SID d IN.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
"Hired Girls Millions"

The attraction at the New Academy for
New Year week will be the Russell broth
ers in their new musical comedy drama,
THE Hired iGrl's Millions" This piece
was written expressly for them by Chas.
E. Blaney and affords thte comedians op-
portunity to show to advantage their pc
culiar talents. The story tells Of the trick
cry used by one Mr.. Candy to get posses
sion of fortune left to little Jennie, an
employee in the store Of which he is super
intendent.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
Objects to Distribution of Handbills.

Mr. W. C. Dodge in letter to the Com
missioners protests against the distribu
ton of handbills and advertisements
throughout the city. In his communion
ton Mr.. Dodge says that in no other city
of the country is there SO much defacing
of private property by writing, carving or
hammering as in the Capital city.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

J. F. Sheetz's Pure Homemade
Candies, &c and 4Oc h., to be bough
only at 425 18th st. NV, one door abov
Raleigh Hotel.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
Funeral of David Edwards.

Funeral services over the remains Of
David Edwards. an inmate of the SOL
diers' Home, who died in the woods near
Trinity College Sunday last. were held
at o'clock this afternoon in the Soldiers
Home Chapel. Chaplain Allan Griffith
conducted the services. Interment was
made in the National cemetery. Edwards
was eighty-three years Of age and was a
veteran Of both the Mexican and civil
wars. He was a native of Virginia and
his wife survives him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
Torpedo Planter Sails for South.

The United States Army torpedo planter
Col. George Armstead has completed ex-
tensive repairs to her boiler and machin-
cry at a Baltimore shipyard, and last
week she sailed for Key West, where she
will remain for several months. The
Armstead will be employed in the south
In instructing the men at the coast de-
tense forts in laying mines, wiring them
with the shore batteries and other mat
tiers connected with submarine defense
work.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
Delivers Address to Teachers,

Prof. Lewis &. Moore, Ph.D.. dean Of
the Teachers College of Howard Univer-
sity, left the city today to deliver the an
nual address before the State Teachers
Association of Kentucky and to I'LL other
lecture engagements in Ohio and western
PENNSYLVANIA
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
"Mrs. Wigs. "

Mrs. Wigs of the Cabbage Patch will
be the attraction at the Columbia Theater
for one week. commencing Monday night.
Mrs. Flexners dramatzation of Mrs.
Rice's stories makes Mrs. Wigs human
being, even If people of Mrs. Wigs opti-
mism are not plentiful
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
CITY ITEMS.

Unless You Use Schneider's malt"
Bread your table is not provided with the
pest. The welfare of the household should
prompt you to get this superior bread
Unequaled in purity and nourishing prop
critics. Give your grocer instructions that
mes to send you Malt Bread always
No more than others; &c per loaf.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
"Miss New York. Jr.v

Next weeks attraction at the New Ly-
ceum will be merry melange introducing
novelties in singing. dancing. scenery and
costumes by the Miss New York. Jr.,"
company. a long list of well-known bur-
lesque entertainers appears on the pro-
gram.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

While driving team attached to a stone
wagon on Brightwood avenue yesterday,
John Dent. colored, thirty-two years of
age, was thrown to the street by the
breaking of the seat of the vehicle. One
wheel Of the heavy wagon passed over
his right leg, infiicting painful injury.
He received treatment at Freedmen's
Hospital
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
Vaudeville at Chase'S

Chase's offerings next week will include
Carrie De Mar, George Abel and company,
Kitty Traney. Collins and Brown. the
Labakans. the Astrellas. Kelley brothers
and the vitagraph pictures of THE Kitch-
en- Maids Dream" Carrie De Mar will
present her American Girls novelty.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
Business School Alumni Meet

An informal meeting of the alumni
of the Business High School was held
yesterday noon at the Bears head in
the Raleigh Hotel for lunch. There
was a large attendance of old mem
bers who graduated before the alumni
association was formed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

Charles Mccoy. fifty-five years of age.
who resides at Mount Vernon. Va, was
treated at the Emergency Hospital yes
terday afternoon for compound fracture
of his left leg. He received the hurt.
the police report, by falling from a street
car.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
Gen. Kasson's Condition Improves.

Former Assistant Postmaster General
John A. kasson. according to his physi-
clan. DR.. Harry Crecy Yarrow continues
to improve steadily. He has been con-
fined to his home, 1925 I street northwest.
suffering from bronchitis. and for several
days recently. it Is stated, his life was de-
SPARED of. The general was allowed to
see a number Of friends yesterday who
called at the residence
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
At Home for the Holidays.

John NV. Lowell. student at the
Wisconsin University, and Joseph r.
Lowell of the Illinois University are
spending the holidays with heir ia
Their, ]. w. Lowell of the Treasury De-
partment
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

Adolph Thomas. fifty-four years of age,
of 1012 East Capitol street, was treated
at the Emergency Hospital yesterday Tor
a serious injury to his head He accl-
dentally received the hurt while at work
in the House of Representatives office
building.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
"A Child Shall Lead Them"

Hal Reid's latest drama, "A Child Shall
Lead Them will be the New Year week
attraction at the Majestic. Miss Belle
jeanette, who appears as the leading char
acter, is said to be one of the cleverest
child actresses on the stage today. Two
carloads of special scenery will be used in
the production and the costumes are elab-
crate.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

See the Old Year Out and the New
Year in at Harveys. Orchestra all even
ing. Tables reserved on application. Pri-
vate dining rooms for three or more.
de25-5t, eSu
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

An automobile belonging to c. E. Miller
of 14i9 r street and mail wagon were
in collision at the intersection of Penn
sylvania avenue and 10th street last night.
The pole of the wagon was broken and
the horseless vehicle was damaged.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
Florida and Carolina Resorts.

Best reached by Seaboard Air Line Ry
Two daily trains with through Pullman
and dining cars. Office. 1927 Pa. ave.
Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

Safe Deposit Boxes, SO Per Annum
for usual s. size Open $40 am. to II
p.m Wash. Exchange Bank, TO 18th.
de15-tf
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

For Food or Medicinal Use
get an Original Can Pompeian Extra /
Lucca Olive Oil. Your druggist or grocer
de20-tf
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

Have You Seen the Matinee Grip
Elegant art subject free with Elk Grove
couponS.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

assets S11.OOOOOO, has insured business
men for almost thirty years at an average
cost of 50 per thousand. Carried by $4,000
bank officers. insure now and nay go 60.
90 days later. Jas. Moore. District man.
ager 621 18th street. Phone Main 24SS
: de13, 14,15, 90 q, % %. "a. % .c9-1Ct
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

Gatti's Olive Cream Shampoo.
Is the only pure olive oil hair invigorator
At druggists. de20-tf
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

For Receptions, Dinners, Teas,
lurcheons, etc. hire the carriages at Dow
neys stables, 1920 L. Reasonable rates
-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
"Old Gloryv Is Eminently

worthy to grace the holiday board. II
unites all the good qualities high-grade
dark beer can. Keep a case on hand.
Write or phone Abner-Drury Brew Co.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
The Bankers Life Association.

Adhesive, invisible, harmless. Satin Skin
powder is made in 4 alluring tints. PC.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
Have a Supply of Heurich's Beers

in the house throughout the holidays.
You can have nothing guests will ENJOY
more. Pure. delicious, satisfying. doz.
Maerzen or Senate, $1.75. = doZ. Lager,
81 81; bot rebate, SOC. Phone w. 1850.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

C. A. Muddiman & Co.
Handsome Electric and Gas Drop Lights.
Art Glass Dome Chandeliers.
1904 G ST. Lamps. GIG 18th st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

Kraemer's Excellent Quality Finezs
"a whisky that's popular. 735 18th st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
If You Care for Fragrance and

you care for strength and
purity-in your coffee, don't fail to expert
ment bit with the famous
WHITE HOUSE COFFEE.
35c per pound-3-lb. can for a dollar.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

You Can Get Old Monumental
Candies at 10 14th-above G,
as well as at GEO. B. SHEETZ'S main
store. F and 10th. Only 40c ID.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

Matinee Girl a Famous Beauty.
Art subject free with Elk Grove coupons
Adyt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

Magnificent Art Subject Free.
Save Elk Grove Butter coupons.-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

Great Bear Spring Water, 4 Gal,
bO, Office. 7O4 18th st. Phone Main 3240
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25
Deposit Your Funds in the New

banking house Of Union Trust Co., 18th
and H SITS. NV, where they will draw in
terest. Deposits subject to check Unsur-
passed facilities-government control
AdVt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-12-25

Do You Want Weather StripsP
Well deliver any quantity. Lowest prices.
Eisinger Bros, 2109 7th NV. Phone N.1lI3.
de25-d ,eSu,3
The Jasper news. [volume] (Jasper, Missouri) 1898-1924, 1907-09-12
Rule Of Cornish chapeIs.

In Cornish (Eng.) chapels the. in
variable rule is for the men to sit
on one side of the building and the
women on the other.
A visitor and his fiancee, who are
staying in the district, went to chapel,
and just before the service began the
young man was greatly astonished
when the chapel steward, observing
that the couple were seated in the
same pew. came over to him and. in
an audible voice, said: Come on out
Of that, me son; we don't ave no
sweetheartin' 'ere.1 -----
The Jasper news. [volume] (Jasper, Missouri) 1898-1924, 1907-09-12

b
The bulletin In part says: From
the time Of the first settlement Of the
country thia has been one Of the great
est sources of loss to the rancher and
farmer. The country is not suited to
cultivation, and always furnished ref
uge to cougars, wolves. and other AMI
mails Of their class. Now that the gov
eminent has undertaken the admins
tration Of land Of tbs character, active
work has been started to exterminate
such animals.
TT is part Of a forest rangers duty
to hunt predatory animals, and with
the addition of skilled hunters the
force, whose business is to hunt. ex-
cellent results are expected.
"The appointment in the Dixie ma
ational forest was made directly in re-
Spouse to petition to the forester by
the citizens Of Pine valley. Conditions
there are SO bad farmers are afraid to
allow their children to go after the
mich cows in the evening, and the
losses from stock killed were heavy"