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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
PROSPECTS NOT BRIGHT.
Apparently One Chance Only for the
Ship Subsidy Bill.

Attempts on the part of republican leaders
to get Pacific coast members to agree to a
ship subsidy bill providing only for the
subvention of South American mail lines
have failed, and some Of the friends of
subsidy now take the position that the only
chance Of provision for these lines is by an
amendment to the post office appropriation
bill in the Senate.
The members representing the far west
ern states in the House have firmly stood
for the oriental lines included in the Lit
tauer substitute for the bill passed by the
Senate. They have repeatedly asserted that
they would fight on the floor any measure
which fails to provide for the lines to the
Philippines. China. Japan and Australia.
Republican leaders have hesitated to con-
slider a bill which would be opposed by the
far west, and consequently ship subsidy has
practically arrived al a standstill in the
House, and leaders are agreed that it's only
chance is as an amendment to the post
office bill.
II such an amendment as is contemplated
Is undertaken in connection with the post
Office bill it will probably go out on point
of order. The question was not raised while
the bill was under consideration by the Sen
ate committee on post offices.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
COST OF MEAT INSPECTION.
Senator Beveridge Advocates Putin
It on the Packers.

=
When the agricultural appropriation bill
was taken up in the Senate today the Full
ton amendment, providing that no forest re-
serves shall hereafter be created or en-
larged without an act Of Congress in the
states Of Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Mon
tana. Colorado and Wyoming was adopted
without debate.
The amendment adding 81, 600 900 to the
appropriation for improvements in forest
reserves was also adopted without debate
Senator Beverage offered an amendment
providing that hereafter the date of in
spection and canning must be placed on the
label Of meat products. This amendment
was agreed to without discussion. Mr. Bev-
eridge then offered his amendment placing
the cost of meat inspection on the packers,
and took the floor to address the Senate on
its necessity. .st.
Mr.. Warren gave notice that at the prop
er time he should make a point Of order
against this amendment.
Mr.. Beveridge made the point that the
only opposition to his amendment came
from the packers, and that they, being the
beneficiaries Of the act, should be COM
PEELED to pay the cost.
interfering an Endorsement Of the amend
ment, Senator Gallinger remarked that he
hoped If Mr.. Beveridge was defeated today
on point Of order he would bring the
question before the Senate in a special bill
early in the next Congress- land we will
fight this matter to the finish and see
whether the American people are to be
taxed with an expense which belongs to
the packers
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
other than those In his own ofn0k?" thu
Divixion Latter Press Books.

other than those in his own omeE!" the
United States attorney queried. y
Division Letter Press Books.
81 do not remember seeing any Of the
commissioners letters copied In any Of the
division letter press books" DR.. Roger re-
piled.
Witness was then turned over to Attor-
neys worthington and Galley for cross-ex-
animation.
Were the books in the commissioners
office open to general inspection?" Mr..
Worthington inquired.
'I cannot say that" DR.. Roger answered,
but the clerks had access to them. Some
times q clerk would come into the ONCE
with a letter. seeking a reference which
he could not find in the division letter
books. and. II Mr.. Hermann was there. I
would ask about It; IL the commissioner
was out would search for the reference
myself or else permit the clerk to do So"
Did the defendant ever write any letters
which would indicate to you that he desired
to obtain or secure control of any lands in
the public domain"
Objection was made by the government
on the ground that the question called for
a conclusion by the witness, but Justice
Stafford ruled that answer might be made.
mo. sir; remember writing nothing of
that character" DR.. Roger replied.
Attorney Worthington presented q letter
written by Mr.. Hermann upon a political
subject and asked the witness to state the
significance Of the signature "Binger Her.
man, commissioner"
below the blank space left for Mr.. Her.
mann's signature. even though the letter
might be to a member Of his family" wit
ness answered.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
BIG BUILDINGS BURN
HAS SPECTACULAR
FIRE WITH BIG LOSS

PITTSBURG, Pa. February 25.-One OF
the most spectacular, troublesome and
costly fires which the Pittsburg downtown
district has experienced in several years
occurred today. For a time the entire
square. bounded by the north side of Lib
erty avenue, 9Th and 9th streets and Ex-
change alley, was threatened. but the
flames were controlled after completely de-
stroying the six-story structure at No. $40
Liberty avenue. occupied by the Derby
Desk Company, and the building at No. Sl7
Liberty avenue, occupied by the Baker Of
fee Furniture Company.
In addition to running the two buildings
named. the blaze wrecked the three upper
floors Of the building at No. S13 Liberty
avenue, occupied by the Grier-Bush Com
pany, wholesale notions and toys, and
threatened the Second National Bank build
ing. The loss is estimated at $35O,OOO.
When the fire was believed to be under
control, flames were seen issuing from the
top floor OF the Seventh Avenue Hotel.
There was a wild scramble Of the guests,
but all got out safely. The building was
saved. but the furnishings were ruined by
water.
A number of persons were slightly in
Jured during the fire and the blaze was
marked by narrowing escapes and thrilling
incidents. The cause of the fire is believed
to have been crossed electric wires.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
Wills Filed for Probate.

The will of James E. Brophy, dated De-
cember 8, 1904, was filed today for probate
With the exception Of bequest of $50 to
his mother, Mrs. Hannah Brophy of Barber
ton. Ohio. and his wearing apparel to his
brother. Luke v. Brophy, the entire estate
is devised to the widow. Mrs. Cornelia
Brophy, who is also named as executrix.
By the terms Of the will of Sarah Main
Seek. dated October %, 1905. and offered
for probate, all of the notes made by the
Eastern Star Home of the District of CO.
lumbia, received by the deceased for land
conveyed to the home, which are unpaid
are to be Cancelled and delivered to the
trustees of the home.
Four houses in Chillum Castle Manor are
devised to Amy Martin and Fred Martin
when they attain the age of twenty-five
years. Premises No. 718 9Th street north
west are left to the heirs of Mary E. and
Charlotte Collins, daughters of Thomas Col
Inns, who formerly owned the property. The
remaining estate is to be distributed among
Amy Martin. Fred Martin, John Norris,
Minnie Norris, George Norris, Emma Nor
rfs, Sarah Bowling and Estelle Real Wat
son ]. Newton and Emma M. Gillett are
named as executors.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
TRIAL OF F. L. CARDOZO
ILLNESS OF BOARD MEMBER NAY
CAUSE PosTPoNEHENT.

Although there IL understood to be diff
ference Of opinion among members of the
board Of education as to whether or not the
board should proceed with the trial of F. L.
Cardozo in the absence Of DR.. Atwood, one
of the three colored members. who Is con-
fined to hospital, q meeting IN to occur
tomorrow at o'clock pm, when all parties
are expected to be on hand as IL for the
trial. At that time objection will pro
be raised either by Attorney Henri.
Davis, for Cardoza, or by some members OF
the board, and the matter will doubtless go
to a vote to determine the will of the ma
jority.
The board has been waiting for several
weeks for the return Of Mrs. Terrell, be-
cause 1t was the general opinion that the
trial should not proceed without a full at
tendance. The illness of DR.. Atwood just
at the time when Mrs. Terrell returned
has therefore put the members in some
what embarrassing position, since they are
soon as possible. Capt. Oyster Is UNDER
stood to be strongly in favor of going
ahead. but his opinion Is not shared by all
the members.
Both attorneys Mr.. Davis and Mr.. Nc
Namara, have been notified that the trial
will proceed at the hour named tomorrow.
and both are ready to go ahead as far as
preparation for the trial is concerned, as.
In fact. they have been for several weeks.
idea what the board would do II Mr..
Davis objected to proceeding in the abb
Sence of full board. He added he would
be on hand to give advice il 1t was asked,
but he wishes first to hear what the men,
bers of the board think about the matter.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
GUESTS AL LUNCHEON
PASTORS OF CITY CHURCHES EN-
TERTAINED.

The Anti Saloon League of the District Of
Columbia gave a luncheon In the banquet
hall Of the Y. NJ C. A. building this after
noon to the pastors Of the city churches.
There were over fifty Of the local clergy
and number OF other invited guests
present. The object of the luncheon was
to give the resident pastors an opportunity
to meet some of the more prominent work.
ers of the Anti-Saloon League Of the United
States. Rev. D. L. Blakemere presided as
POSTMASTER.
Rev. Donald c. Mcleod, pastor of the
First Presbyterian Church, opened the exc
cises with prayer. Following the lunch
con, addresses were delivered as follows:
DR.. E. c. Dinwiddle, legislative superin-
tendent of the A. 8. L. Of America, THE
Anti-Saloon League as the Clearing House
for All Temperance Legislation;" "A Voice
From the South" DIR. G. w. Young, as
slstant superintendent A. s. L. Of America:
THE Pastors Relation to the A. s. L." DR..
Carl G. Doney. president Of the A. 8. L. Of
the District of Columbia; 1.-THE New Con-
ftct Against the Saloon" Dr. p A. Baker
superintendent A. s. L. of America. The
subject 1.-THE Saloon Must Co." was
thoroughly discussed by number Of those
present
1t was announced that a mass meeting
will be held this evening at o'clock at the
calvary Baptist Church, at which Dr. Baker
and DIR. Young will deliver addresses.
The committee of arrangements con-
sisted Of Revs. D. L. Blakemore, A. K
Wright, A E. Shoemaker, G. w. Callahan
and r. L. Dutton.
Among those present were Revs C. F.
Winbigler j. c. Ball. w. H. Ballengee. R.
R. Riedel. c. H. Butler. s. Reese Murray.
Hugh Johnston, G. A. Miller, j. L. Frantz.
]. T. Huddle, 8. H. Greene ]. c. H. Maroni,
A. E. ogg. G. Q. Isaac. w L: Lynn. W. G.
Brain, H. M. Geren, E. D. Huntley ]. E.
Smith. H. D. Mitchell, r. L. Wright. G.
w. King, w. s. Quirk g. E. Whitehouse.
E. H. Maekman. w. B. Wheeler e. c. Dim
widdie. C. G. Doney, D. L. Blakemore. p
A. Baker. G.. w. Young. Mrs. Clinton
Smith. Mrs. Charles p Grandfleld, Mrs.
Emma 8. Shelton. Revs. G. NJ. Cummings,
A. G. Parker, D. c. Macleod. G. P. Wilson,
Albert Evans, B. P Truitt. R. L. Shipley,
J. E. Litzinger. Nj. r. Fishburn. s. NJ.
Newman, w. ]. Houck. J. c: Fernald. F.
A. Springer. T. s. Davis. D. w skellinger
R; R; Ray. Mr.. J: R. Mahoney; Reys A. K.
T. Thompson, c. A. Smith. T. s. Hamlin.
Frank M. Bristol. Robert M. Moore, Joseph
Dawson. Prof Frank L. Day and Robert L.
Dutton.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
FOR A BIG MEETING
PLANS OF FRIENDS OF GEORGE
WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY.

Arrangements have been completed for
the big meeting to be held at the New
Willard this evening, when the friends and
the members of the alumni Of George
Washington University will consider the
matter OF a new site for the university.
Commissioner Mcfarland will preside and
deliver an address. He IL to be followed
by President Needham Of the university,
who will outline the progress made to date.
The desirability of the Dean property at
the head Of Connecticut avenue will be
discussed. Mr.. e. C.. Brandenburg. the
president of the alumni Of the university,
and Prof. Mitchell Carroll will also make
addresses. A citizens committee number
ing one hundred and q committee Of the
alumni containing one hundred and fifty
persona will be announced.
1t Is also stated that a number Of add
tional subscriptions to the university may
an option on the Dean property for $SOO,OJO.
The property Is regarded as a more desir-
able site for the greater university than
is Van Ness Park. The university has in
hand 100000 which leaves 100000 to be
raised.
To Be Followed by Supper.
The meeting will be followed by a supper.
and 1t is expected that during the evening
the whole situation will be considered and
steps taken to bring the matter of raising
the additional money to a successful issue.
In speaking of the matter today, Prof. Car
roll. who is chairman of the building COM
mittee, said that within the next two
months the work Of raising the money is to
be pushed with will, and he believe
that marked progress will be made at the
meeting this evening in the matter of MAX
ing arrangements for the final accomplish
ment of the end in view. At the university
the feeling seems to prevail that the new
site should be a gift from the people Of
Washington, who should take pride in the
fact that through their efforts a great uni
versity that will not only be a credit to the
capital city, but to the entire nation, will
look down from the heights upon the ac-
complishment of the early plans of the
founders of the country in the effort for a
beautiful city.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
Boys Before Juvenile Court.

Judge DeLacy had before him in the
Juvenile Court this afternoon five colored
boys-Arthur Brown. Robert Bell. EN-
manuel Boone, Harry Wills and William
aoung-ranging in age from thirteen to If
teen years. The charge against each was
larceny. it being alleged that last hr.uay
the boys entered the coal yard of Robert
Anderson. at 10th and L streets north
west. upon the pretense Of buying wood,
but that when the proprietor turned his
back they carried OF $4.8 which was lying
upon table. Later Precinct Detective
Cox was notified and the boys placed under
arrest
At the conclusion Of the hearing Judge
DeLacy was convinced that all Of the boys
were guilty. and sent the three older ones
Brown, Bell and Boone-to the reform
school, while Wills and Young were placed
upon probation for one year. According
to the statements of the police the boys
are believed to have been the culprfts in
number of petty thefts In the section of the
third precinct station. and with their ar
rest It II believed that the thieving win
stop.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
Entries at New Orleans,

Special Dispatch to The Star.
NEW ORLEANS, La, February 25-The
following are the entries for tomorrow:
First race. three and a half furlongs; two
year-olds; purse, $400-Cremse, 1O4; Balolee,
107; Winola, 107: Drop Stitch. 100: Cora Du-
SAINT, ITO; Queen Bessie. Ill; Embay, Ill;
Nickleton Maid. 112: Lady Caroline II, Ill;
Beola, no: Blister. 1O7; La Samada, los.
Second race, six furlongs, selling. 800
ARABIC, Ito; Woodsaw, no; Dargin, IFS;
Kleinwood. 113; Excitement, Ill; Dapple
Gold. log; Grenade, 112; Rusk, 112; Mar
vel p, 103.
Third rhoe. six furlongs, purse $500
Waterfall. 80; Impertinence, IS; Western,
80; Grace George, IS; Sir Toddington,
s5: Israelite. los; veribest, 80; Optional,
1913; Gentian. 1O4; Sonata, 90; Imposition,
IS; Mayor Johnson. los.
Fourth race, one mile, purse $500. Eta
NJ, los; Granada. no; Mingita, 1O7; Boz
Bell Indian, us; Old Stone. lis; Donna,
los: Conundrum. 112; Grevilla. ITO; Lime
Rock. lis: Light Note. 112; Red Ruby, 1O7;
II Dottore. lis.
Fifth race. one and one-sixteenth miles,
selling; $4OO--Happy Chap. 104; Macbeth.
1O2: Foreigner. 1903; Jungle Imp, 1OS: St.
Valentine. 116; Dromio. 102; Amberjack, 102;
Lady Fonse, 81; Sonoma Belle. 1902; Katie
1O4 Tinker. 90; Canyon, 1O5.
Sixth race, six furlongs, selling. $500
Fancy Dress. 102; Pat Bulger, liz; Ma
falda, 107; Gauze, log; BAIL. 100; Harry
Jack. liz; Sponge Cake. Ill: Old Hal, 1O4:
Paul Clifford, 1O6; Tichimingo, 1O5; Father
Talent 112; Ossineke, 80.
Seventh race. one mile, selling; $4OO-Aera.
100; Dele Strome, 80; Prophecies, 81; Bye
Bye II, 100: Chandler. o.: Paragon, 1O1 !;
Refined. 10S; Ounce, 975Schroeder's Mid
way. 80.
Weather cloudy, track muddy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
Relief Association Interpleads,

Richard Sylvester, in behalf of the Metro
politan Police Relief Association, today
filed in the District Supreme Court a bill OF
interpleader against Julia Blakey, widow of
Lee Blakey, a deceased member of the
force, and his brothers and sisters The OBJ
ject of the suit is to have the court deter.
mine to whom $795, a death benefit in the
association should be paid.
The rules OF the association, Maj Syl-
vester says, provide for payment to the
widow, next to child or children of the
deceased, then to sisters and brothers. A
claim to the fund has been set up by the
sisters and brothers. The association is
willing to pay over the money, 1t Is stated,
to whomsoever the court may determine
to be entitled to it.
Attorney F. H. Stephens appears for the
association.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
HAD JEWELS FROM WRECK.
Men Accused Of Looting Chi
cago Special Cars.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa, February 23.-Pas-
senger Flagman c. H. Hoover, who gave
the first news Of the wreck of the Penn
sylvania Chicago special Saturday morning.
is under arrest charged with larceny. De-
tective Charles A. Robinson alleges that
Hoover had in his possession lady s watch
with diamond settings worth $500, and
over a dozen small articles of value. Hoover
says he intended to turn the articles over
to the high officials and the police here are
inclined to believe him.
Two other railroaders, Vincent Sherlock,
a freight brakeman, and Michael Burke,
section hand, were arrested. accused of
looting the Pullman. Both men were re-
leased on bail. Burke had two diamond
pins, worth 81, 500. about him, while Sher-
lock had a fine overcoat. The detectives say
another arrest will be made this afternoon.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
BLOWN UP BY GAS.
Fire Follows Explosion and Much
Damage Results.

SANDUSKY, Ohio, February pa fierce
fire broke out today in the Bittner build
ing, following terrific explosion of gas in
the basement. A man named Clemmer
was probably fatally burned in the explo-
sion. Window glass in store fronts for sew
eral squares was broken by the conclusion.
The flames spread rapidly, completely de-
stroying the Bittner building. occupied by
Dilgart & Bittner, furniture dealers, and
adjoining structures occupied by Borders
restaurant, Belstein & Planners laundry
and the leather store of C. Weschke.
The total loss is estimated at several
hundred thousand dollars, covered by insur-
ance. There was panic among the thirty
girls employed in the laundry. Many OF
them tainted and were carried from the
building.
The fire was under control at IL 80 o'clock.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
THREE MEASURES GO OVER.
Senate Cannot Consider Them This
Session.

The Senate committee on the judiciary
today agreed to pass over until next session
of Congress bills relating to interstate
traffic in Intoxicating liquors. the bill to pro-
tect labor against the competition Of con-
xict labor and the post office fraud order
bill. All of these measures have passed the
House. but the Senate committee regarded
them Of too great Importance for adequate
consideration during the time that remains
of the present session.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
Jenny Lind's Husband Dead.

Special Cablegram to The Star.
LONDON, February 25.-Otto 0oldschmdt.
the husband Of Jenny Lind. the celebrated
singer. who died In London in 1887. died to-
day at the age of seventy-eight. He married
Miss Lind in 1852. during her American
tour, on which he was her accompanied on
the piano. Mr.. and Mrs. Goldschmidt took
up their residence in England In 1858. He
was professor In the Royal Academy of Mu-
sic in 1858. was made vice principal In 1880,
waS first musical director Of the Bach Choir
in 1876 and resigned In 1885, He edited. In
conjunction with Sterndale Bennett. "The
Chorale Book for England"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
SENATOR DEPEW SPEAKS.
Urges Establishment Of an Elastic
Currency System.

Senator Depew addressed the Senate to-
day in behalf of his resolution instructing
the Senate france committee to investigate
and report legislation inaugurating sys-
tenn of elastic currency. The history of the
fiscal system of the country was reviewed
at length by Mr.. Depew, who said that the
country had been doing business and al
most miraculousiy succeeding in it upon
makeshifts in the currency system, brought
about by political bitterness and party pas
sion.
The United States, he said, was the only
one of the highly organized financial and
industrial countries which has a currency
absolutely inelastic, and which responds In
no way to the requirements Of business.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
Suit for $4,000 Damages.

Robert w. Brown, administrator of the
estate of Miles Hawkins. today fled suit for
10000 damages in the District Supreme
Court against Adams Express Company.
While crossing AZ street and Maryland
avenue southwest NcvAmber Il last. Haw-
kins was pun oyfT ~ q wagon Of the de-
PENDANT company. and. II is alleged. died Of
his injuries December = Attorneys r. F.
Downing and g. A. Berry appear for the
plaintiff.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
MUST APPEAL TO COMMISSION.
Individual Right to Complain Against
Railway.

In deciding the case of the Texas Pacific
Railroad Company against the Cotton Oil
Mills at Abilene and Cisco. Texas, favorably
to the railroad company, the Supreme Court
Of the United States today held the common
law right of individuals to make complaint
to the courts against railroads for discrimi-
nation which existed before the enactment
Of the interstate commerce law had been
destroyed by that enactment. The court,
therefore. held that complaints must be
made through the interstate commerce COM
sion. The opinion was by Justice White.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
Hunting With Camera.

Arrangements have been made for free
public lecture before the Game and Fish
Protective Association of the District by
Mr.. George Shiras. The lecture will be
given at the Public Library and will be
handsomely illustrated with lantern slide
views and the topic will be Hunting with
the Camera" Maj. Richard Sylvester will
preside.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
Absolute Divorce Granted.

An absolute divorce was today granted to
Mrs. Martha NJ Proctor from Montague
Proctor on the charge of infidelity. The de-
cree, signed by Justice Gould, gives Mrs.
Proctor the right to resume her maiden
name, Martha M. Corners. Attorneys
Campbell Darlington and s. D. Truitt ap-
peared for the wife.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
win Inspect the Canal.

ST. THOMAS. D. w. l.. February 49,
The Hamburg-American line steamer Prinz
Joachim. chartered by the commercial clubs
of Boston. Chicago. Cincinnati and st. Louis
to make a trip to the isthmus Of Panama,
where the travellers will inspect the work
of the canal, arrived here at o'clock
yesterday evening after a pleasant voyage
from New York February 49, The steamer
started for San Juan at midnight.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-02-25
CLAIM OF KANSAS DENIED.
Valuable Tracts Of Land In Indian Ter
ritorY Involved.

The stubbornly contested case of the
state of Kansas against the United States,
which was brought as an original action
in the Supreme Court of the United
States, was decided by that court today
by dismissing the states petition to be
adjudged the owner, as trustee for the
Missouri. Kansas and Texas Railway Com
pany. of vast valuable tracts of coal and
farming land in Indian Territory. The
courts opinion was handed down by Chief
Justice Fuller.