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Evening star., 1907-10-30
WARNS NAVY YARD WORKERS
Navy Secretary Doesn't Want Any
Misunderstanding,

Groups of employees of the Washington
navy yard gathered about the bulletin
boards in the yard today and read the
following circular order to commandments
of navy yards signed by Secretary of the
Navy V. II. Metcalf:
by executive order of June 10, 1907
section / of rule l of the civil service
rules was amended to read as follows:
NO person in the executive civil serv-
ice shall use his official authority or in
tiuence for the purpose of interfering with
an election or affecting the result thereof
Persons who by the provisions of these
rules are in the competitive classified
as they please and to express privately
their opinions on all political subjects
shall take no active part in political man
agemcnt or in political campaigns.
BY executive order of November Q
1896, the rules governing the employment
of labor at navy yards We're made a part
of the rules of the United States civil
service commission, and since that date
all positions at navy yards filled after
competitive examination before a board
of naval officers under the provisions of
said rules have been considered as part
Of the competitive classified service to the
same extent as positions filled after com
petitive examination before the United
States civil service commission.
AT the instance of the United States
civil service commission the above is
published in order that there may be no
mi&apprehension as to what employees at
navy yards are in the competitive classi-
fled service. You will have copies of
this circular letter posted in conspicuous
places throughout the navy yard or sta
ton under your command
AT navy yard or station where, In
the opinion of the commandant, a strict
enforcement of the provisions of the
above rule would result in placing an
undesirable element In control of local
municipal affairs in the immediate vicin-
ity of the yard station, the depart
ment, upon application of employees
through the commandant, will take up
with the civil service commission the
question of making an exception to the
rule as far as local municipal office hold
ing is concerned"
Evening star., 1907-10-30
EXCURSIONS.

Attendance at jamestown is steadily
increasing. doubtless because the splen-
did autumn weather makes sightseeing
so enjoyable. the heat of summer having
prevented many who visited the great
exposition from exploring its many at
fractions perfectly.
OF the thousands who come from a dis
tance probably nine IN ten include in
their itinerary a sojourn at the National
capital. continuing their trip via the
superbly appointed steamers of the Nor
folk and Washington Steamboat Com
pany, which maintain double daily serv-
Ice between the points named For
those who want to see the-Potomac by
daylight there are steamers sailing at 8
a. m, while those inclined can utilize
the night for making the Journey via the
boats leaving at $50 pm. Both land pas
sengers directly at the exposition pier. a
convenience appreciated because it saves
time as well as lessons expense. Daily
connections are made at Norfok with
steamers for New York and Boston
Tickets and all information can be had
al the wharf, foot of 7th street, or at 7O5
l4th ST.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
MASTER OF THE ROYAL SECRET
Imposing Ceremonial Of the 32d De-
gree at A. A. S. r. Cathedral.

A large attendance of the members OF
the bodies of the rite in the valley OF
Washington. orient of the District of Co
lunnbia, witnessed the impressive and
imposing ceremonial of the thirty second
degree, or master of the royal secret. at
the cathedral of the rite Oh G street last
evening 1t was the concluding or apex
work OF the two weeks reunion of the
rite, which has elected the attention and
sessions of the Supreme Council. There
were fifteen neophytes and the degree was
worked In ampliied form.
Among those present were Senator
Scott of West Virginia, Admiral Schley.
Judge kimbar, Senior Corea, the Mica
raguan minister. and many others dis
cupfed seats In the sanctuary.
Alexander H. Holt, thdrty-third degree,
presided as master Of kadosh. and
Henry r. Evans, thirty-second degree,
was the orator. The music was impress
sive and was contributed by J. Waite
Humphrey, thirtysecond degree.
Upon the conclusion of the work Rev
Richard p Williams, thirty-third degree
prfmate, in behalf of the members, pre-
sented a beautiful palm in a large and
attractive vase to Francis ]. Woodman
thirty-third degree, deputy of the Supreme
Council. The presentation was accom-
testify7ng to the zeal and devotion of DR.
Woodman in the rite. The latter re-
sponded. his emotions indicating very
plainly the impression the gift had made
The instructive and delightful meeting
terminated with a collation..
Evening star., 1907-10-30

An echo meeting OF the recent in
tcrnational convention of the Brother
hood Of St. Andrew was held in the Sun
day school room of the Church of the
Ascension last evening. Some prelim-
mary business was transacted. and sew
eral amendments to the constitution OF
the brothe hood were discussed, after
which addresses were made by the fol
lowing: J. Holdsworth Gordon, Rev. ]. X
Bicknen, DIR. Francis Woodman. Rev. Mr.
Carpenter of Grace Church, Alexandria
II w Arnold. Mr.. Jessup of the Young
vile MunSon
A resolution was unanimously adopted
by the meeting congratulating William
r. Dent. one of the most enthusiastic
workers in local brotherhood circles, or
his election TO the national committee OF
the brotherhood.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
HE HEAT E R .
"The Road to Yesterday"

The Road to Yesterday is announced
as the attraction at the Belasco Theater
for next week, commencing Monday
night, November 4. The Road to Yes
terday' is by BeuIah NJ Dix and Evelyn
6. Sutherland 1t is called a comedy of
fantasy and tells a story Of a young
American girl, who in her dreams goes
back three hundred years and transforms
presentday people into characters of the
seventeenth century. The Road to Yes
terday'' will be presented here with Miss
Minnie Dupree and the entire New York
company. which includes Eleanor Moretti,
White Whittlesey. Robert Dempster,
Esther Lyon, Julia Blanc. Josephine F.
Sheppard. F. Owen Baxter Willis Martin.
Charles Clary, Selmar Romaine, Charles
II. West, Agnes Everett and William
Beery An elaborate scenic production
has been provided.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
tom Jones'" "

Henry w. Savage's latest musical pro-
duction, the comic opera Tom Jones, -
will be the attraction at the Columbia next
week, after which 1t goes to New York
for run at the Astor Theater Mr. Saw
age on European tour of inspection of
the reignins musical successes in foreign
capitals chose two pieces to bring over
here. They are The Merry Widow" and
Tom Jones" The former has scored a
success and no less favor is expected for
the other. Tom Jones' is described as
old English comic opera. The story is
taken from Henry Fieldings great novel
OF the eighteenth century romance and
adventure. There are many strong char
acteTs which will be played by company
especially chosen by Mr.. Savage. In the
organization are Louise Cunning, VIII
ham Norris, Van Rensselaer, Wheeler,
Gertrude Quinlan, John Bunny. Henry
Norman, Laura Butler, Albert Pellaton,
Vaughan Trevor and Florence Burdett. A
special orchestra is carried by the COM
pany.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Grant Circle at Social Function.

L. S. Grant Circle, No. 1, Ladies of the
Grand Army of the Republic, was the
hostess recently at a fraternal and pa
triotic function. The hall was beautifully
decorated with flags, palms and cut flow
ers. At the close of the meeting mem
bers and friends were escorted to the
banquet hall, where an elaborate supper
was served. The president, Mrs Dora j.
B. Hendrix, acting as toastmistresS,
seated the guests and announced several
toasts. W. j. Rogers responding to the
toast "U. S. Grand Circle" Capt Israel
Stone to THE Grand Army of the Re
public, Mrs. Nellie C. Royce to "Our
Comrades and Mrs. I. w. Ball to ''The
Flag" Remarks We're mad by F. G.
Calvert. w. j. Patterson, F. L. Randolph
and Douglas King. The toasts were in
terspersed with musical numbers as fol-
lows: Vocal solo. Mrs. F. Fisher: piano
solo, Mrs. F. Dyer: vocal solo. little Miss
Louise Fisher: piano solo. Mrs K. Rog
ers. violin solo. Mr. Willamette. The ex-
ercises closed with singing Aud Lang
Syne."
Evening star., 1907-10-30
BIRD SEASON IN VIRGINIA.
Hunters Preparing for the Opening
Next Eridav

The bird-hunting season in Virginia will
open Friday and many of the Washing
ton sportsmen are making preparations to
go down the river to the counties in the
northern neck Of Virginia to have a try
with their guns. Reports coming from
the river counties of Maryland and Vir-
ginia state that the birds are unusually
plentiful this fall and good hunting sea-
son is anticipated. Wild ducks and geese
are becoming quite numerous on the river
and the outlook Is for good hunting for
this kind of game during the coming
month or two. Numerous fiocks of wild
ducks have been seen the past week on
the river between this city and Glymont,
and they have also been quite numerous
on the Virginia flats below this city. The
bulk of the tiocks consists Of crow duck
though mallard, shutters blue wings and
other varieties of fine edible birds can
also be seen tn the flocks of wild birds.
The cold northeast winds are expected to
bring wild ducks to the Potomac in In
creasing numbers.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
EXCURSIONS TOMORROW.

Norfolk and Washington steamers for
Fort Monroe. Norfolk and jamestown
every evening at $50 and every morning
at S o'clock
Steamer Montauk for Old Point. James
town and Norfolk leaves 9Th street wharf
every Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday
Bt a m.
Electric trains from 18th street and
PENNSYLVANIA avenue for Mount Vernon
hourly. 10 N. to 3 p m Arlington ana
Alexandria every twenty minutes.
Cars from station at Aqueduct bridge
for Arlington Fort Myer and rails
church half hourly.
Ferry steamer Lackawanna to Aiexah-
dria every hour and half from a IN.
10 6 p.
Steamer Charles Manchester for Mount
Vernon at II a. m. and 80 p. m.
Great Falls-C8rs leave Great Falls ana
GId Dominion railroad station, 36th and
NJ streets.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
DECLARES FOR CANTEEN.
Commander-in-Ch Hale, S. W. ",
in Favor of Restoration in Army.

Just before his departure for Boston
last evening, COMMUNICATIVE chief Walter
S. Hale of the United Spanish War Vet
Grams declared himself strongly in favor
of the restoration of the army canteen.
He also severely censured those members
of the local branch of the organiza ton
who left Grand .Army Hall Monday even
ing while Mrs. Ball was addressing the
assemblage and when Rev. w. H Coston
colored chaplain, was about to offer the
closing prayer
Comma nder Hale carried more than 100
typewriter pages of testimony on the
colored question in the association with
him and said he will reach a decision as
soon as possible. National Assistant Pro-
vost Marshal ]. Lyon King and Maj.
Herbert w. Meyers, past department COM
mander of Tennessee. accompanied him
to the train for Boston.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Do You Want to Sell Your BusinessP

being sought. Perhaps one man wants
to buy, another to sell. How shall they
make it known? There is one plain an
swer-an advertisement, which need not
be large.
Have you never noticed the list of busi-
ness opportunities to be found daily on
the classified pages of The Evening Star?
A glance at this list will convince you
that the business opportunity advertise
ment is used as medium for buying and
selling. You will find there lunch rooms
barber shops, cigar stands. pool rooms.
boarding houses. grocery and confection-
cry stores-in fact, no legitimate busi-
ness is excluded.
II you want to buy or sell business Of
any kind advertise the fact in The Star.
Rate, cent word each day for fifteen
words more, three times.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Oregon Bishop Speaks Here.

Right Rev. Charles Scadding, Bishop OF
Oregon, lectured last evening in Epiph-
any Parish Hall, G street between 18Th
and 14th streets northwest, under the
auspices of the Washington branch of the
Womens Auxiliary, and a silver offering
for the endowment of the diocese of Ore
gon was taken.
Bishop Scaddng took as his subject
The Church in America He outlined
the growth of the church in this country
through the efforts of missionary work
and dweit at length upon the great strides
made in the western states in converting
the Indians to the Christian faith.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
AUTUMN LEAVES ARE FALLING
Consequently the Street Cleaners
Are Working Overtime.

Ii showed leaves Monday night and later
during the heavy gale. and as result the
street cleaning department of the District
had to put on force of extra men with
wagons to grapple with the leaf problem.
According to Supt. Twohey the fAll of
leaves this year IS unusually heavy and
the resources of his department will be
taxed to keep the streets clean. Mr.
Twohey's s attention was called by Commits
sioner West To the enormous il Of leaves
on the streets and the superintendent
promised TO have the accumulation re-
moved at once
Evening star., 1907-10-30
LOCAL MENTION.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

Helasco-Henry Woodruff in Brown of
Harvard. sl5 p, m.
National-Henrietta Crosman in The
Christian Pilgrim s:15 p m.
columbia Frank Daniels in The Tat
toOed Man" < 10 p. m.
Chase 's-Polite vaudeville. s:1J p. m.
Majcstic-Kathryn PurneI in Carmen,
s15 p. m.
New Academy Byrne Brothers in
. T. ght Bells. S:l5 2. N.
Gayety-Sam Scribners Big Show, SIS
7. m
New Lyceum-"Wflliams' Ideals" SIS
,. m.
Convention Hail-Ro!ler skating, morn
ing, afternoon and night
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Skull Fractured by Stone.

Suffering from fracture OF the skull
William Smms. colored. ten years of age,
OF - X street southwest was taken to
the Emergency Hospital yesterday after
noon and given surgical treatment. Simms
and several other boys were playing In
the CarduZa school yard in South Wash
fngtUn, when taree color5d men came
along. one Of whom hurled a stone which
struck Simms on the head. The boy was
operated upon today.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
NEARLY DEAD BY ACCIDENT.
Edith Jameson Found Unconscious
in Her Room.

Miss Edith Jameson, eighteen years of
age printers assistant at the bureau of
engraving and printing since last Jan
uary. was found in an unconscious condi-
ton at her home. 1921 Wallach street,
this mornin about half-past o'clock
with a gas jet in her room partly turned
on. Indications are that the young wom-
an left the gas turned on accidentally.
She is in a critical condition at the Emer-
gency Hospital, but has a good chance of
recovery.
An investigation of the affair was made
by the police of the eighth precinct, who
reported the affair accident. he
gas fixture in the room was defective
having no stop. The window in the room
was partly open. Had 1t not been for the
open window it is believed the young
woman would have been dead when found.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Suit in Behalf of Harry Tolstoi.

Harry Tolstoi. thirteen years old.
through his next friend, David Tolstoi. has
entered suit at law against the District
of Columbia for $4,000 ia images for per
manent personal injuries alleged to have
been received bX him by being knocked
down by a police patrol wagon on 'th
street between u, and e southwest July
1907
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Campfire and Smoker.

The Urell Rifles, officially known as
Company E, I'd Regiment, District of Co
lumbia National Guard commanded by
Capt. Edward II. Brian, have arranged
to hold a campfire and smoker at Cos
tello's Hall, 9th and G streets, Wednesday
evening, November 13. There win be
soldier talks" refreshments galore
and music. the committee in charge an
nounces Nearly all the members of this
served in the war with Spain.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Some Washington Relics.

Some Lowestoft china and nnety-eight
pieces of cut glass, used by the Wash
tngtons at Mount Vernon, have been
loaned by Miss Mamie Randolph Heth.
1906 q street northwest. TO the National
Museum for exhibition. They Will be
shown in the hall of history. The collec-
ton descended from Mrs Eliza Gusts
Law to Mrs. George Robbins Goldsbor-
oush Of Talbot county, Nd, who gave it
10 MLss Heth.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
"The Little Cherub. >

The Little Cherub' comes to the Ma
tional Theater next week, with Hattie
Williams as the star Miss Williams has
previously been seen in THE Rollicking
Girl and The Girl from Kay's" The
Little Cherub'' is a three act musical COM
edy from the pen of the late Owen Hall
with music by Ivan Caryll
Evening star., 1907-10-30
"The Futurity Winner"

Chases next week offers "The Futurity
Winner" with Kingsley Benedict; Hal
Stephens and company Foster and Fos-
ter, Louise Henry, the Tennis trio, Mason
and Shannon, Max Duffek and the motion
pictures of Scenes and Types in Ireland"
The Futurity Winner is a spectacular
production carrying actors, jockeys. race
horses, scenery and mechanical effects
Evening star., 1907-10-30

Hire Your Wedding Carriages
at Downey's Stables. 1929 l. st Finest
turnouts, best service, reasonable ra tes-
Advt
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Chris. Xander's Pride of Va. Port

"a wine of quality. Especially beneficial
to COnvalesCents. IJC ct. 900 7th ST.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Burglar Chaser Tumbles.

W!,Ham SHowden and Frederick Joyce
colored. are held at the second precinct
police station upon "A charge of house
breaking. They were found forcing an
entrance TO the hardware store of Fred
crick Butts. New Jersey and New York
avenues. last night about II O'Clock and
captured by Police men Bailey and RObey
after q short pursuit. During the chase
Bailey fell and hurt his knee The injury
was dressed al the Homeopathic Hospital.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
"Hazel Kirke y

Hazel kirke," the Offering at the Ma
jestic next week, contains pretty story
of the love of Hazel kirke, the miler's
daughter, for Sir Arthur Carringford, a
wealthy English nobleman. The produc-
ton was contemplated some weeks ago.
but was deferred in order to permit con-
struction Of special scenic and mechanical
effects.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Soldiers Disorderly in a Hospital.

Privates Frank Thompson and Chester
A. Brooke of the Army Hospital Corps
We're convicted by court-martial convened
at Fort Myer. Va. of the charge of con-
duct to the prejudice of good order and
military discipline and each was SEN
fenced to confinement at hard labor for
four months and to forfeit his pay during
that period. These soldiers were convict
ed OF having behaved In a disorderly and
boisterous manner IN the main hall Of
the hospital at Fort Myer and of diso-
bedience Of orders.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
"The Pacific Coast. y

THE Pacific Coast" will be the topic on
which Mr. Dwight l.. Elmendorf will
speak in the fourth lecture of his Amer
lean series, now being presented at the
New National Theater Monday after
moons. Colored views land motion pic
lures will be shown
Evening star., 1907-10-30

Two alarms were turned In last night
for blaze discovered In houses 222 and
224 Canal street southwest, the former
being occupied by Eli Hedgeman and the
latter being without an occupant. About
$50 damage was caused by the blaze.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
CITY AND DISTRICT.

Two runaway boys-Clarence Herbert
fifteen years OF age. living al 1852 X
street southeast. and Ernest Flaherty.
thirteen years OF age. whose parents live
at ln4o Florida avenue nortneast-have
been found in Baltimore. Their parents
arranged for their return home today.
quick is the name Of a white-and-
black fox terrier for which the police are
searching. Tie canine is reported to have
strayed from tie Norwegian legation,
] ~ Il street nmrlMWest
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Best Creamery Butter, 32c; Eggs.

24c; large cans Tomatoes. Sc; small cans
Tomatoes, &c; Chow Chow, SC jar; Rubbed
Sage, 1Oc ID; Pure Pepper. 15c lb.; p ID.
Nutmegs for 10c J. T. d. Pyles' Stores,
412 4th st. Sc. Harrison, Anacostia; 9ll
11th st. Sc. II 7th St ne. Sd and Md
ave. ne 4th and II sts. ne, 10th and Il
SITS. ne, PA II st. NV. n. j. ave. and X
NV, 1714 14th 81. n.w., 143S z st. NV.
oc3O-2t
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Such W ct W ater! !

William Dishell, fortv-ffve years of age,
o. 100 sth street northwest. fell over
board from the Was shington-A AleXandria
ferry slip yesterday afternoon. He shouted
for help and was dragged out with boat
hook. DisheII rushed home without wait
ing to dry his clothing
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Look Out! Prices of Lumber Much
lower. Frank Libbey Co. 9th st. & NY ave.

Charles Johnson colored. twenty-three
years of age. who lives at I0f Limerick
alley, called at the Emergency Hospital
last night and was treated for stab
wo2nd in his left thigh. He told the
police that he received the wound at the
hands of another colored man during
row at the entrance to Fighting alley.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Flooring Very Good, $500 Per
100 #. Frank Llbbey & Co, 9th & NY ave

Complaint was made TO the police today
that the saloon of John F. Dugan, 935 I'd
street southwest. had been entered and
robbed. The place was entered by fore
Ing open the front window some time be
tween l and 4 o'clock this morning and
S3S taken from The cash drawer.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Judge Gustave Anderson a Visitor.

Judge Gustave Anderson, formerly po-
lice magistrate at Omaha, Neb.. and now
United States commissioner there. was a
guest of Judge Alexander r. Mullowny at
the Police Court yesterday to witness the
procedure Of the court. He commented
favorably on the court and it's method of
doing business.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Mules on the Track.

mule team in charge of John Brooks
OF Benning was struck by street car
while passin; over the crossing at 9th
street and Pennsylvania avenue southeast
a 80 O'Clock yesterday afternoon. Traf-
while.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Persian Rugs at Auction.

The sale Of oriental rugs and carpets
in all sizes. colors and designs coninues
at Sloan's 1907 G. st, tomorrow and Fri
day with sessions at IL a III. and 3 p. m.
each day Any rug will be put up as
called for. Rooms comfortable and seats
provided-Advt
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Woodward & Lothrop's.

While you are shopping leave your ad-
vertisement for The Star at the Informa
ton Bureau of Woodward & Lothrop' S
where 1t will be received at regular rates
Wanted Help and Rooms for Rent are
cent per word each insertion.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Low Bridger Burned.

John Roy colored. twenty-one years of
age. who lives aboard the canal boat
Samuel Wood. was taken to the George
town University Hospital about $50
clock yesterday 10 have badly scalded
foot treated, Escaping steam caused the
injury
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Hotel johnson Cafes.

Choice sea food direct from the catchers
Half she'll steamed and New York stew!
(oysters), and choice meats, game, etc
Club breakfast, noon lunch and table
d hote dinner.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
"High Jinks Burlesquers."

Catchy songs and lively dances are
promised In "Roseland,' as presented by
the High Jinks Burlesquers which viii!
be the attraction at the New Lyceum
Theater next week
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Gayety Theater.

The Gayety Theater has The Gres+er
New York Stars booked for next week
Handsome scenery and costumes. togeth-
er with novelties in comedy and song, are
promised.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
When Ordering Heurich's Beers

of your dealer ask for the brewery bot
Ting It's important IL you value purity
and cleanliness. Every bottle sterilized at
the bre VERY. doz. Maerzen or Senate,
81 10 doz. Lager 81 80; bottle rebate, soc
Evening star., 1907-10-30

J. w. Halder, living at 40 F street
southeast reported to the police today
that he had been robbed of suit case
containing about s35 worth of clothing
which had been stolen from street cal
last night.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
Clean, Regulars Sized Coal Is Insur-

ed our custome s by our superior methods
of handling same. 1t does not touch the
ground until delivered to our customers
j. Maury Dove Company.-Adyt
Evening star., 1907-10-30
CITY ITEMS.
"Malt" Bread Best Supple:

the need for food that nourshes and
builds. 1t should appear on your table
three times day the year around Speci-
fy Schneiders when ordering. At groce-s