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The Washington times., 1907-12-27
CHANDLER GIVES TALK
TO BOYS At Y. N. c. A.

The younger members Gf the young
Mems Christian Association maoe up
the large audience last night In the
assembly hall of the boys building at
a stereopucon illustrated lecture on
Balloon Racing" by Capt. G. ID. f.
Chandler. Signal Corps, United States
Army. 49,.
Captain Chandler, with J. Z. MCCOY
vvo,1 second place in the recent interna-
ffonal balloon race, starting from st
Louis. The lecturer described In detail
the construction of a big balloon. and
how it is operated. He showed a mum
Der of views taken during the balloon
race.
Captain Chandler said that the prob
lem OF plotting in the air has been
solved. and L only remained for ihven-
tors to perfect the machines to make
air travel universal.
The Washington times., 1907-12-27
Increase in Christmas Packages
At the Washington RoStot7ice
ShoqUn by Postmaster s Report

According TO figures Just compiled by
Postmaster Barnes tho washington
postoffice, from December 19 to "A this
year. forwarded $1,000 mo-e Christmas
packages than during the same period
last year.
The outgoing Christmas packages for
the present holiday season has reached
the healthy total of s4s.S56. OF this
number 3I3,45 were unregistered and
1O5. 400 registered packages. Last year
the people OF washington dispatched
only 3S5, 600 Christmas packages 10
friends in other parts of the country.
All of which goes TO show that despite
the claims of some that the panicky
feeling has curtailed the giving spirit
Santa Claus so far as Washingtonians
are concerned has nObly done his part,
There is no manner Of ascertalning the
increase in the incoming Christmas
The Washington times., 1907-12-27

mail, but Postmaster Barnes says 1t
was the heaviest in the history OF the
Office. More difficulty was experienced
In handling II because IL was more con-
gested. greater quantities arriving at one
time Not until yesterday afternoon
did the postoffice force have breath
ing spell.
The rush is practically at an end.
and the additional help engaged for
the holidays is gradually being dis
missed A number OF the extra men,
however, have been retained for a few
DAYS longer in order TO give some Of
the regular men a slight rest after the
artuoGs labors of Christmas.
All IN all. the postoffice officials have
reason to be proud OF the record made
in the handling of the immense busi-
ness, but there's been many sigh Of
relief that it's all over. Postmaster
Barnes expects smooth sailing now until
Valentines Day and the influx Of Easter
cards.
The Washington times., 1907-12-27

Times Want Ads Bring Results.
The Washington times., 1907-12-27
COMMISSIONERS OPPOSE
HANSBROUGH SCHEME

The District Commissioners have come
out against the amendments offered by
Senator Hansb-oUgn 20 the conlission-
e.s bin for the permanent extension Of
the street railway tracks to the Union
station. They have forwarded to the
Senate District Committee two letters.
taking the position -haL 10 attempt CD
saddle the amendments upon the bill
would mean its defeat and would indeti-
nitely delay permanent track extension
Senator HansbrOugh's amendments pro-
vide for universal transfers and for a
franchise tax
The Commissioners IN their letters Of
fer 90 hold public hearings upon the
questions raised by the proposed amend
meuts and report the results Of their
inquiry TO Senator Gallinger.
The Washington times., 1907-12-27
CANAL WORKERS SENT
$25O,OOO BACK HOME

More than quarter OF a million dol
lars was sent to friends and relatives
from the Panama Canal Zone by work
men during the month Of November.
This Information is contained In the
Canal Record, which also states that
the total amount of money orders IS
sued. $SS1. .561, is an increase Of $4,000
over any previous month.
Tho largest aggregate amounts Of or
ders issued we're at Empire, $5L7O453;
Gorgona, s56, ,564.09: Cristobal, $52.3l4.l3.
and Culebra, S43,346O5.
There were 1260S money orders Issued
during the month, and the majority of
them were sent 20 the United States.
The Washington times., 1907-12-27
DEAD LETTER SALES
BRING BIGGER PRICES

The average price Of parcels sold at
the dead letter sale this year shows
a gratifying increase over last year.
The gross proceeds OF the 1855 parcels
sold amounted to S9,756.95. the largest
in the history OF the office, although
there were 69s fewer catalogue items
than last year.
The funds realized from the sale viii
vile, a small mining hamlet a mile
subject to any claims that may be
made by owners within four years.
After this time the money becomes a
part Of the general Treasury funds.
The Washington times., 1907-12-27
Baltimore and Return, sI.as, BaltimOGe

&, Ohio R r. Every Saturday and Sun
day. All trains both ways, both days,
except Royal Limited. City Offices. 14lI
G. st and 6l9 Penna ave.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-02-06

at first reported and the damage done
to the Union Pacific track was much
greater. Instead of tho railroad COM
pany being able to get the track re-
paired in "a hours, as was at first
thought. II took more than double that
length OF time TO get II solid enough
so that any kind OF a train could be
taken over with safety. a large force
OF men WAS kept continuously at work
until the line vas repaired. as the delay
caused was a heavy loss to the railroad
company both IN it's freight and passen-
ger departments. For two days little
or no freight was pulled into the Ogden
yards and the freight business along
the line has been greatly congested as
result.
Th Rio Grande is making no promises
as 70 when its Heber line through
Provo canyon will be Strengthened out
Local officials can offer no further in
formation than the fact that work Of
repair is being corried ahead as rapid
~ as possible. The company expects 10
have It's Park city line opened this
afternoon. The train which leaves here
at S;l5 o'clock every morning, arriving
at Park city at 1910 o'clock WAS sent
up from this city as 1t was thought IL
could be carried through some time
near noon IL this can ho done the trip
to Park City win be made to carry the
Park city. Heber. Charleston and
kamas mail through for distribution
NJ Park City. The mail for Heber and
surrounding towns is usually carried 10
Heber and there distributed. Park City
and surrounding towns got no mail at
all yesterday. II the train can be run
through to the camp II VIII be brought
right back 10 this city to bring delayed
mall and passengers to this city.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-02-06
NETHERsOLEs THREE HOMES.
Something OF the Possessions OF the
Eminent English Actress.

Not very many women OF the drama
tic profession can lay claim 10 owning
three homes, olga Nethersole. tho emil
mont actress, however. is one OF the few
exceptional ones who can do so. Her
city house and most important home
IN In London AZ No. Norfolk street,
quite near the American embassy.
Since she purchased this house. several
years ago, II has increased In value
50 greatly that Il Is now worth fve or
six times the amount she paid for n.
Tho house 10 situated IN one OF the
best portions OF the great city.
In one OF the most delightful rural
districts OF Suffolk, England, Miss Me-
thersole owns small farm upon which
stands comfortable country house,
Here she raises dogs, pigs. Jersey cows.
fruit and flowers. Her FLOODED dogs
are the talk OF the neighborhood. She
Keeps on this farm three fox-terriers. a
couple OF English bulldogs and three
Scotch collies. that are prize winners.
During the months OF Miss Nsihersole's
absence from the farm down In Suf-
folk II ~ cared for by an old English
farmer and his wife. During the pres
ont tour OF the west, Miss Nethorsole
has made some closa observations as "a
cattle and sheep raising and Il Is her
Intention 10 go into this business on
limited scale on her farm IN England.
Nestled Economically on the shore OF
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-02-06
LATE LOCALS.

Bank Clcarings--Today's local bank
clearings amounted to Sso3,59s.a as
against $500. 940.S4 for the same day
last year.
state Council of Women--There will
be meeting of the state Council Of
Women at the office of the WOiuans
Exponent, Thursday afternoon, al
O'Clock. All members are urged %
be present.
Fifth War,l--On Friday evening
next, an entertainment consisting OF
u fine program and dance, will bo
given in honor of lie Roy Rywater,
who leaves shortly to perform aris-
sion in Great Britain. The function
will be held in the ward hall corner
Third West and Seventh South.
To Speak on Sweden--Alr, John W
gren Of Upsala, Sweden, who IS visit
ing this city. being on his way from
the Pacific coast to the eastern staes'
will deliver an address in the TINT
tenth ward meetinghouse on trldsy
evening, on the conditions In sweden
after the dissolution OF the union VIVA
Norway MIR. Nygren. we undeIsmhu,
has spent considerable time In ,ae
northern parts of Sweden studying ue
prevalent conditions. At present he
is visiting fellow-countrymen 10 u'
United States and telling them some
thing about the political ana re.sioas
conditions now existing. HIS ieelu'a
will be in the Swedish Language aHu
no admission fee Is charged
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-02-06
ENTERTAINED THE STAFF.
Home OF Mr.. and Mrs. j, VI. Siodahi
Scene OF Elaborate Affair.

one OF the most elaborate and pleas
urable affairs OF the season was given
last night at the home OF Mr. and
Mrs. j. NJ sIodahl. who entertained
the editorial and reportorial staff Of
the News" and few others at
banquet at their handsome new home
on south West Temple street The
table was laid In the parlor ana IL
brary In 4 shane and decorated with
vases OF carnations and hyaoinths,
and about so guests sat az the hoard
one feature OF the evening was tho
reading OF newspaper published for
the occasion, containing tho various
news columns OF the regular edition
written by members OF the stan OF
the different departments. These
We're read by George Il. Carpenter, j.
y. Hansen, Harry Harper and ]. w.
Hyde, The various articles contain
ing skits on the stan and local AZ
fairs. Fifty copies were printed and
distributed 20 the guests FOR souvenirs.
Short addresses were made by the
host, by President Smith, Mr. j. Dahl
qulst editor of the Utah Posten, and
Mr.. r. w. Madsen. ana a musical pro-
gram was given by Miss Olga Dahl
anist, Miss Althea Farr OF Ogden, Miss
l.eilah Siodahl and Mr. n. j Jessnp.
The host recalled the fact that the day
previous was the birthday anniyers-
AIRY Of Hon, z. w, penrose, one OF
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pEsERET EVENING NEWS WEDNESDAY TEBRUARY 6 1907

tue Bay OF Hlscay and almost under the
SHADOW OF the Pyrenees mountains IL
MISS Nethersole's pretty summer home-
py.the-sea, called villa Lou BASQUE"
sho purchased this house little over
year ago. II was an old castle built
ny the famous Basdues several centur-
les ago. The house was moderniyed
considerably last winter and is now
very attractive Biarrits, where the
villa Is located, has, In recent years
become one of the choicest watering
places on the west coast of France. II
Is only two hours automobile ride
over the Pyrenees to San Sebastian.
Spain, where King Alfonso and his
queen bride spent n portion of their
honeymoon the past summer. Miss Me-
thersole, supported by Frank Mills and
her London company, will play an en-
gagement of eight performances at the
salt Lake Thcater, beginning Monday
evening next. during which time she
VIII present the following repertoire:
on Monday and Saturday evenings
and at the Wednesday and Saturday
matlnees. "Sapho;" Tuesday evening.
The Second Mrs, Tanqueray:" We'd
nesday evening, "Adrienne Iecou
vreuri" Thursday evening, Carmen
Friday evening. Tho Labyrinth"
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-02-06
AGED ACTRESS DEAD.
Mrs Kate Denim Wilson, Well Known
In Salt Lake, Passes Away.

New York. Feb 6.--Mrs. Kate Denim
Wilson. the actress. died yesterday at
her home In this city, She had been
Ill for the past two months of rheu-
matism, and had TO retire from the
company OF Eleanor Robson, at the
Liberty theater. She was born In
Philadelphia IN 1887.
In the late SOS Kate Denim was a
member OF the old california Stock
company ana played with John Me-
Cullough, Eben Plympton, Thomas
Keene and Lawrence Barrett. She was
married to John Wilson. an actor in
1860. and played with him In Australia
for two years. Still later. she became
a member OF the Boston Museum Stock
company, and played FOR eight years
under the management Of the Froh-
mans.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-02-06
WATERLOO SCHOOL
IN GREAT DANGER
Roof of Fine Building Destroyed
BY Fire This After
noon.

The Waterloo school, situated on
Third East between Tenth and Flew
enth South, was threatened with de-
struetion by fire this afternoon. --latest
advices are to the effect that the fire Is
confined to the upper story and the roof
is practically gone.
Two hundred children were in their
class rooms when the outbreak was
discovered but all left the building in
an orderly fashion under the rules
governing the fire drill. No one was
hurt.
The alarm was turned in to head
quarters at 2:15 and No. truck and
No / hose wagon with four horses at
tached started out on the long run
through the mud.
At 2:4O word was received that the
fire was under control.
BY o'clock the fire was out and the
flremen were on their way back 10
headquarters,
The damage was solely confined to
the roof.
There arc 200 pupils at the school and
the principal is Miss Grace Frost.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-02-06
"NoTE-A-pHoNE' CONCERT.
Mrs. Kate Brideweli Anderson TO III
rect Musicale at Y. NJ. q. a.

The program for the 'Note-a-phone
concert 10 be given at the y NJ -
A auditorium this evening, VIII COM
nr,se numbers by some OF the best mu-
s,cal talent obtainable in the country.
THE concert will be undep the direction
NJ Mrs. Kate Bridewell Anderson, VINO
ia known far and wide for her success
in voice culture, and IL herself prh-
liam, mezzo- soprano coloratura- Mrs
Apderson will be assisted by the fol-
,o,,,rV artists: MIR. Carl Riedelsbereer
", Na9v York. violinist; Mr.. Hugh Dou-
w uaii baritone: Miss Judith Evans, plan
ist; MIR. Del Mar. Of the Majestic ,neas
Ter san Francisco. reader MISE Mauo
Thorn accompanist, and Ciabrleiie An
derson, Katie Fordyce and steila Bees
lev. "note-a -phonists.
The mote phone is system OF
musical blocks for constructive work
in sight reading. and trains the eye and
oar and makes a musician OF the pupil
before he attacks the technique or must
cai instruments and of tone placing
Mrs. Anderson three years ago made 9
nresent of one OF these "note-a-phones
10 the l., p. S. university OF TINS city
and she has used the device with grea'
success I'm her own teaching
The concert this evening promises t'
be a real trent for music lovers.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-02-06
HARTMAN EXPECTS ORDER
Pacifics Prepared 10 Meet Suggestion
That They Separate Their Affairs.

New York Feb. 1.-THE Times today
Says 1T was learned In banking quarters
yesterday that the controlling interests
IN the Union Pacific are prepared for
Recommendation by the interstate COM
Inerce commission. after the completion
of Its hearings In this city, that pro-
cecdings be taken to divorce the Union
Pacific and Southern Pacific properties.
1t was also learned, that the results
of such an outcome have been thor
oughly canvassed by those in charge
OF Union Pacific affairs and arrange
Illents made to meet this contingency.
Any legal proceedings brought by the
government TO compel tho Union Pa
cfic to sell the $4,000 900 of Southern
Pacific stock held by II. will be contest
ed up to the supreme court OF the Unit
ed states and no expense Will be
spared. While the casc differs from
that OF the Northern Securities COM
pany and other similar cases. in thas
Tho Union Pacific does not hold ma
jortlty of $40 600, 900 OF Southern Pacific
common and preferred stock, and may
not end In an adverse decision yet
Union Pacific directors are prepared for
that. II such Il decision be rendered,
the Southern Pacific stock viii be sold,
but It's disposition viii IN no wise af-
feet the harmonious relations between
the two railroads. and Mr.. Hartman
wlll control both M James ]. Hin con-
trolls the Great Northern and Northern
Pacific.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-02-06
CHAPTER OF LIFE.
Marriage, Birth, Divorce and Death
Occur ON Orpheum Circuit.

In a letter received by Resident Man
ager w. Langley Jennings OF the Or
pheum from the head Office OF the CIR
cult incidentally is mentioned chap
ter of life and death on the circuit In
one week. The list includes marriage.
birth, divorce and death. involving the
private lives OF the artists concerned.
some OF whom have appeared at the
local vaudeville theater.
Here is the list;
Claude and Fanny Usher who APP
peared here a couple Of weeks ago in
the slang classic, Tough Love-" mar
riod.
Mr. and Mrs. A. X. Caldera, who are
Just starting on the circuit with clev-
err juggling act, had a little girl join
the act OH the Illinois Central train ns
II was approaching Hammond, La.
while they were en- route to New Or
leans, their first Orpheum stop. The
young lady has been christened Or
phia" IN honor OF the circuit.
Miss Eugene Barker. formerly a
Denver society woman, who entertaincd
local audiences here a month ago with
some good soprano solos, has divorce
proceedings well under way.
During the same week one OF the
members OF the Kita Banzai Japanese
troupe, which is touring the circuit
died.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-02-06
NEW PHONE COMPANY
Immediate Erection of Line to rlr
is Authorized.

The incorporation papers were filed I'M,
noon at the state house Of the utb
Nevada g. Idaho Telephone coupssv
with capital stock of $4,000, and th,,,
officere: President. j. Frank Judge. Ma
president, ]. T. Dyer, superintendent a
telegraph. San Pedro road; treasurer n
l.. Thomas. assistant to the general
manager of the r. NJ. Bell Teiephor.
company of this cityD; secretary, j p
Dyer assistant county attorney M,
above with A. c. Ellis, Jr w. 4. snth
and F. u. Harrison constitute the hcsy5
of directors.
At meeting held last evening the al.
rectorss chose these officers and author.
ICED the immediate erection OF a tal..
phone line from salt Lake to Ely, Nty
2so miles, at cost Of 5000, with local
10 Deep Creek and Gold Hill, The AZ.
TEN will connect with the Pacific coae
telephone system when tho eastern 81,
sion is made from California, SO that /
may not be long now before Salt Iais
can talk direct with San Francisco.
Competitions from this city will be mad
over the wires of the Eel Telephone con,
pany.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-02-06
TO SUPPRESS
SUNDAY THEATERs
Representative lotions Bill to
That End is Favorably
Reported Upon.
SACRED" CONCERTS ALSO GO
judiciary Committee Tayors Husband
And wife Measure" and Compul-
sorry School Attendance.

lotions bill for the suppression OF
Sunday theatrlcals, and in fact all
kinds Of public amusement on the
Sabbath day. has been reported upon
favorably by the judiciary committee
of the house
The title of the bill is II. p. 81, and
the favorable report was concurred
in by every member OF the committee.
An amendment has been added to the
bill, including in the list of tabooed
amusements roller skating and So
called sacred" concerts. Violation OF
the provisions of the act Is made a
misdemcanor and the license OF own
crs of halls or places OF amusement
may be revoked on conviction of same.
HUSBAND AND WIFE BILL.
The Judiciary committee also re-
ported favorably on II. b. 81. by Rich-
ards making husband and wife COM
petent WITNESSES against each other in
case Of neglect or abuse OF children.
COMPULSORY SCHOOL BILL.
The same committee reported for
favorable action II. B. g. by Larsen
changing the radius for compulsory
dlle1uH1Ce at SpHOOl by CnltQrCn NV
ing within four miles of school
building instead OF two and half
nilse. as formerly.
SPLIT ON CIGARETTES.
On Fl. p. a. by Croft, prohibiting the
sale or disposal Of cigarettes or olga
rette paper 10 any person whatsoever.
the judiciary committee split up. and q
majority and minority report will be
made, the majority, however. favorlng
the adoption of the report.
FOR MERIToRIoUS SERVICES.
The committee on appropriations re-
ported favorably the recommendation
of the committee on claims. that $4,000
he given TO Mr.. Chldestcr for merit
orious services TO the state.
SUBSTITUTE MEASURE.
The committee on highways and
bridges reported a substitute for II. b.
II, by Benson, providing for county
road commission to take the place of
the present road supervisors. and for
raising money for the permanent I'M
provement of county roads.
The following bills Were introduced:
II. h. 1Is, by Thompson, regulating
the sale of intoxicating liquors, and
preventing minors from frequentins
places where. liquor is sold.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-02-06
SOCIAL. AND
PERSONAL.

Last night Miss Alice Paul and Mr..
George NJ. Dougali were married the
ceremony being performed at the home
OF the brides parents. With Rev. w
NJ. Paden officiating. The rooms were
most beautifully decorated in lilies OF
the valley, dsfrodils and ferns. banks
of the flowers and vines being every
where. with vases and festoons of both
flowers and vines. The bride wore a
gown of white organdie with trimmings
of real lace and wreath of daisies was
on her head, she wore pearl necklace
the gift of the groom, and carried
bouquet OF brides roses and lilies of
the valley The bridesmaid. Miss
Ethel Paul. wore 81 dainty gown of
white grenadine and carried pink car
nations. DR.. s. I. Paul was best man.
The host and hostess were assisted by
Mrs. Dougall and Miss Dousall of
Springville, Mrs. j. NJ. Dart. Mrs. Ed
win Kimball. Mrs NJ. NJ. Johnson and
Mrs. A. s. Martin. In the dining room
Mrs. Harry S. Knight presided, assist
ed by Misses Anna Decker. Florence
Robbins, Emma Dougall, Beatrice Will
henson and Helen Critzer Mr.. and
Mrs. Dougall will be at home TO their
friends at No. 3 Barrows' court. after
March /.
Tonight the wedding of Miss Effie
Wilson and Clarence j. Thomas takes
place at the home OF the brides moth
or. Mrs. Wilson, the ceremony being
performed at the temple during the
day.
Col. and Mrs. Lockwood enter
tanned delightfully."- at the post last
night in honor OF the visiting officers,
| the rooms being bright with carnations
| and ferns, and a number OF tho post
| officers and their ladies assisting.
Miss Mary Smedley entertains at
bridge tea tomorrow.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. w Cluff entertain
tonight in honor of Mr.. and Mrs. John
Cain.
Mrs. ]. p. Megeath gave a card party
this afternoon at her home,
Mrs. McChrystal is visiting her sister,
| Mrs Phil Clark, OF Eureka.
Miss Maud Mccarger leaves today for
California.
Miss Althea Fsrr of Ogden, is the
guest of Mrs. L. G.. Shaw.
The Free kindergarten board will
give a cake sale at Walkers store to-
morrow, the proceeds to go TO the Free
kindergarten. The ladies of the r. L,
o. VIII assist,
The many friends of Mrs. Stella
Gates, who has been i'll. will be pleased
to know that she is improving.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-02-06
AT THE SKATING Kinks.

One of the principal features at the
Auditorium skating rink next week VIII
be the appearance OF Prof. Randolph
and company with motion pictures and
original illustrated songs. Prof Ran
dolph was for q long time on the Orphe-
um circuit and made a decided hit
wherever the pictures were exhibited
He carries 1900 feet of films and the
performance occupies about 30 minutes.
The program consists of comedy,
drama and tragedy. Some of the
scenes show Fighting the Flames"
"Jackson's Hole Bandits" Colorado
Vigilantes," Cripple Creek Lynching,"
THE Avengers" etc.