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The Washington times., 1907-03-31
PROGRESSIVE PITCH
PLAYED BY LAURELS

The Laurels held their monthly busi-
ness meeting on Tuesday evening last
at the Lincoln apartments, Twelfth
street southeast. Members Of the club
were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. 7. B.
DeIcher. After the transaction of rou-
tine business the club spent the remain
der of the evening playing progressive
pitch.
Mr.. and Mrs. Samuel Bates, of Tenth
street southeast, and Mr.. and Mrs. G. z.
Dennis were the guests of the club.
First prizes were won by Mr. and Mrs.
Dennis. BOBBY prizes by Mrs. @. II.
SOIbach and H. N Williams The LADY,
BOBBY prize created considerable amuse-
ment.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31
SHORT STORY CLUB
HEARS NEW FICTION

The Short Story Club at its regular
session. Tuesday. with President F. V
DeCOster in the chair. enjoyed a pro-
gram prepared by II. W. Selah.
The musical numbers were given by the
Thomas Mandolin Club, Mr.. and Mrs.
c. A. Thomas end Mr.. Bishop, with
Miss Becker as pianist. whose delightful
playing OF ''AmOuTeuse" was a reVela-
ton Of what mandolin and piano can
do in unison. Miss Miriam Selah played
solo. "A Rustic OF Spring" and Miss
Marguerite Lawrence played "Polon-
aise." by Chopin. Mrs. w. H Hough-
ton read the original story of the even
ing. entitled "A Personal a story based
on the iniquities often concealed behind a
harmless looking personal "ad." The
tragedy and the romance involved IN the
special ''ad." which formed the basis of
Mrs. HOughtOn's story were realistically
portrayed, the author receiving many
compliments for her contribution.
DR.. A K. p. Harvey, after a humorous
prelude Of curious incidents which occa-
sionally touch his professional life. read
delightful chapter from his forthcom-
ing book. Camp Life in the Wilder
ness" to which happy resort in north
ern Maine the doctor said he made an
annual visit twice a year" In a brief
paper Mrs William D. Mackenzie told
what she knew about ''FashiOns"-pas
and present-making a few well directed
shots at many Of the outrageous prod
ucts Of Dame Fashions decree. Mrs. J
NJ. Wolcott read original verses, "A
Michigan Jungle"
To close the program, Mrs. Georgianna
Rogers a visitor from New Hampshire
recited Mark Twain's "A Boys Com
position on the Horse" and her excellent
impersonation of the very Juvenile i'm
personator speaking his piece" was re-
/ ceived with prolonged approval.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31
Catholic Societies Invited
To Attend Cornerstone Laying

Invitations have been extended to the
members Of all Catholic societies in the
city by the Rev. E. NJ. Southgate. pas
tor of ST. Anthony's Church, Brookland,
u. C., to attend the laying Of the corner
stone Of the new Catholic chapel at
Langdon, Winthrop Heights, next Sun
day. April Z. at o'clock p. m. II is
announced that the Ri Rev. Bishop
Curtis, assistant TO Cardinal Gibbons,
Will oficiate and the Rev Father Elliott
Of the Paulists. will deliver the address
All DESTROYS Of attending these exer-
cises should take the Maryland line OF
cars 10 Rhode Island avenue and Eight
zenith street northeast Queens Chapel
road The site Of the new chapel is
two blocks south of this station
The Washington times., 1907-03-31
Columbus knights Annual
Election for State Officers

The annual election for State officers
OF the knights Of Columbus takes place
early in Nay. These elections usually
create much interest among the local
members. as the executive head OF the
order in this city IS then chosen as well
as a corps of subordinate State officers.
II is said that Sir Knight Francis P.
Sheehy, now State Deputy Supreme
Knight. VIII not seek reelection, and
rumor is busy as TO who will be his
successor. All Of the councils In the
jurisdiction have been honored in the
past by having the supreme knight
chosen from their ranks, with the ex-
ception of Carroll. and Il is thought that
the honor viii this year go to that
council. which is one OF the best In the
country
The Washington times., 1907-03-31
NEW WOODNEN CAMP
ADOPTS TWO MEMBERS

Lincoln Camp. No. 1885. Modern
Woodmen OF America, met In Centen-
NAL Hall, Tuesday night. with Consul
Chaffee in the chair. Two new mem
bers were adopted and a number of
applications considered.
After the ceremonies of adoption were
completed, much business Of importance
was transacted. Among other things. a
committee was appointed to arrange for
an entertainment in the near future.
This new comp, organized on Febru-
airy u. 1907. expects soon 20 have a de-
gree team and full paraphernaIia.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31
EASTERN STARS WILL
HAVE BALL TOMORROW

The quarterly election OF officers OF
The Eastern Star Pleasure Club was held
Tuesday evening at their hail, 304 B
street southeast. Those elected were II.
F, Walls. speaker. Walter r. BinniX.
president. William +. An. vice president;
Miss Katie TOlson, general secretary;
Frank McDermott, treasurer. and Rich
ard Cady. seTgeant-at-arms. The in
staHariOn will be held on Tuesday, April
s, and viii be followed BY q reception.
The clubs Easter ball viii be held at
Holmes hall. LandOver, Nd. Monday
night. April l. 4 large straw ride for
the members viii be one Of the most en-
joyabIe features OF the occasion.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31
SUPERVISOR D. v. GALL
RETURNS FROM TRIP

D. w Gall, who has charge of the
MANAGEMENT in the District of Columbia
and Virginia, has just returned from a
two weeks visit 10 different sections Of
Virginia. where he has been IN the IN
terest OF the order. He visited the east
err section. in and around Norfolk, al
which place he makes one OF his onlces'
and from that point he meets with the
rents in the vicinity, and looks after the
work in general. Last week he was al
points 10 be reached from Richmond, the
capital Of the Old Dominion.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

during the night. and the reverend pas
tor has expressed himself as highly
pleased with the attendance.
A retreat for Catholic men viii shortly
open In st. Aloysius' Church, TO last
one week. which is the annual religious
reunion for which St Aloysius' Church
has been remarkable during the last ten
years.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31
Spalding Council Knights
Will Celebrate Anniversary

spaIding Council OF the Knights Of
Columbus viii celebrate its eighth ami
VeTsary on Thursday evening, April IS,
and IL WAS voted at a recent meeting to
spare no pains in making this anniver-
sary q grand success Washington
Council viii also celebrate its tenth an
niversary on April p, a substantial sum
having been appropriated for this pur-
pose from the council treasury at a
recent meeting.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31
No Change in Strike Situation
Of Wagon Workers and LamplighteTs

There is no change in The strike stu
alton Of the Carriage and wagon Work
ers' and the LampliShters' Union from
last week In the latter case there has
been some correspondence between John
Il Brinkman, as president Of Central
Labor Union, which IS champiOning the
cause OF the lamplighters, and Commits
siOuer Mcfarland
The Washington times., 1907-03-31
EASTER SOCIAL HELD
BY PYTHIAN KNIGHTS

An Easter social was given by Frank
lin Lodge, No ?. Knights of Pythias,
az Pythian Temple, Thursday night An
interesting program was rendered, con-
sisting of seiections by Miss Nell NJ.
Neal. Y. c. Miller. Roe Fulkerson, DR.,
Ben MAIDEN and others. closing with re-
freshments served. Franklin Lodge is
the oldest lodge Of Knights Of Pythias
IN the world.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31
Quentin Roosevelt at Printery,
Learns to Run Linotype

Quentin Roosevelt, tho youngest son
Of President Roosevelt, recently visited
the Government Printing once aid
made a trip through the big print shop
He was shown how 10 operate a type
setting machine and The little fellow
succeeded in setting up his name and
casting the line. Quentin made friends
all over the building and was voted q
fine fellow by all who met him.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31
Notes and Personals.

DR.. J. J. Kenealy. the popular phar-
macist, North Capitol and I streets, has
accepted, the Craftsmanship Of the ath-
letic- committee Of the St. Aloysius Club.
A successful year is anticipated under
DIT. Kenealys management, especially
with the baseball team. DR.. Kenealy's
acceptance of this important position
gives general satisfaction to the mem
bers of the club.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

der Of Elks, is the president OF Divisi0Ifs
No. 1, Ancient Order OF Hibernians.
It is rumored that Patrick y Hslugan.
president Of Division No. ?, Ancient
Order Of Hibernians, viii be presented
with q very handsome testimonial by
the members of mis- division at tho
meeting Of the society April =,
Potomac Council, Knight of Columbus.
will receive holy communion IN BODY
April IA, at st. Joseph's Church.
The AIoySius Club, Of Washington,
VIII give its third annual entertainment
and euchre at Gonzaga College Han, 81
street northwest. on Monday evening,
Auril 10 and arrangements are being
made for a very large crowd. Because
OF the fact that the club has gwen many
ing the past season, the club feels. JUS
tilted in calling upon the many IrlenoS
of the organization to assist IN making
this entertainment d grand success.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31
ONE WHIPPING ENOUGH.

Para had considered II necessary TO
apnIv the cane to his young hopeful.
The operation over, he said; Now
John. I have whipped you for your own
good. IT has panied me as much as It
has pained YOU. Tell me, now, what do
you think yOurself2'
IF I told you what l think you d give
me another whipping. London Taller.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31
Notes and Personals.

John Cnyun. a popular member Of CO.
lumbia Union, No. 101, international
typographical Union, is a strong candi-
date for delegate 10 represent his union
at the next meeting Of the International
Typographical Union at Hot Springs.
His friends are legion, and they are
working for his election.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

Lieutenant BIulhau, recently promoted
TO a police captaincy, was at one time
an expert workman IN the Washington
Navy Yard, and carried a union card in
hts pocket. Among the older men in
the yard Captain Mulhau has many
personal friends.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

The recent resignation Of Prof James
c. Monaghan from the Department Of
Commerce and Labor came as a surprise
TO his numerous friends In the city, al
though the great demands upon his time
as lecturer during the past year some
what interfered with the discharge of his
departmental duties. He is one Of the
most popular lecturers in the United
states, and recently conducted a course
Of illustrated lectures in the public
schools of Milwaukee, after which he
was called by the Ancient Order of Hi
bernians to Helena, Anaconda, and
Butte, Mont; Tacoma and Seattle
Wash; Portland, Ore, and Los Angeles,
Cal
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

The State of Virginia and the District
OF Columbia are grouped together and
form what is known in MacCabee par
lence the eighth representative dis
trict, which elects one representative and
che alternate TO the supreme tent re-
view, which meets in Chicago, in July
The elections are held, according 10 law
in the tents at the first regular meeting
in May.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31
Notes and Personals.

Charles J. Gates. record keeper of Mt.
Vernon Tent, No. I, is a candidate for
alternate to the supreme tent review.
He IS a lawyer, a level-headed man, and
above all thoughtful fraternalist and
should he be elected and the representa-
tive fail 10 attend the supreme tent re-
view. in Mr.. Gates the Maccabees will
have a capable and honest representa-
tive
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

President Parsons. OF Columbia Union.
No 1Ol. Typographical Union. has been
called to Georgia by the illness OF his
Inuther.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

Charles H Reaney. foreman painter.
aged sixty-twO years, and Harry De-
mead. machinist, aged eighty years. are
dead. Both were for many years en-
ployes Of the local navy yard.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

Navy Yard Helpers Union, No. 1924.
American Federation of Labor. recently
organized by local organizer Sam De
Nedrey. and admitted to affiliation with
Central Labor Union, has named these
delegates TO the central body: Joseph a.
Clarkson, James Carroll, Daniel Lahey.
w II. Boswell. and James J. Sullivan.
The delegates have been seated.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

Division No. 5, of the Ancient Order
of Hibernians, viii have a birthday ceie-
bration at its April meeting on the 18th.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

John LuitIch. well known as a union
printer, expert Mergenthaler operator,
amateur sportsman, and theatrical
coach, is organizing a company for the
purpose of publishing a paper 10 be
known as the Washington Amateur
Sporting News, published in the interest
Of amateur sports. He viii have as his
business and editorial associates c. NJ
MattingIy, William Crawford, and
Thomas Connolly. Mr.. LuitiCh will be
the managing editor.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

Rosa F. Downing, a prominent and
popular member of almost every Irish
and Catholic society in the city, was
elected last Tuesday evening as grand
lecturing knight of the Washington
Lodge of EIks. Mr.. Downing's election
was unanimous.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

Hugh Harvey, elected Wednesday last
as grand exalted ruler Of tho local Or
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

President Samuel GOmpers. OF the
American Federation of Labor, says Of
organized labor as represented by his
organization that the trades union
movement is opposed TO war. While it
NAV not be practical to ask the immedi-
ate disarmament Of all countries, the
times demand that the increase in armed
military and naval forces be restricted.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

These members OF the force Of the
Government Printing Office have been
appointed assistants 70 the Civil Service
Commission in formulating a system OF
examinations for applicants to operate
the linotype and monOtype machines:
Charles S. Gum, Harry Howe, John F.
McLennan, Theo. HOdes. Andrew J. Ben
ton, and Allen Q. Flowers.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

The Uniform Rank, Of the supreme
division, will hold its encampment in
August, at the jamestown Exposition
grounds. There sre two divisions, or
companies, in this city; one, Winfield
Scott Schley Division. No. 1, with Cap
tain Newman in command, and the other
Brightwood Division, No. 3. with Capt.
Edward McAlerr in command. Major
". w BUrch, of the Sixth Regiment, Is
a member of Schley division, and is the
ranking officer IN charge. These two
divisions viii make good showing at
the encampment.
State Commander Gall is taking active
steps to join in with the Fraternalists
at the Masonic Fair. on the night OF
the pa of April. on which evening all
the fraternal orders Of the city are in
vsted Major Burch has been placed in
charge OF the two divisions of the Uni
form Rank, and the members by tents
viii meet and be escorted by the Uni
form Rank from Thirteenth and New
York avenue to the hall.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

James Hughes. chief machinist Of ths
Government Printing Ofhce, has been III
for some time with pleuTisy.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

A series of complimentary lectures will
be given by the Knights Of Columbus.
at their hall, beginning Sunday evening,
April Z, when Patrick ]. Haltigan will
present his illustrated lecture on the
American revolution interspersed with
vocal solos by J. Harry Maxwell and
Mrs. Georgia Mcdonald.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

The League of the Good Samaritan
will have an entertainment this evening
at the Good Samaritan Hall, Seventeenth
and L streets northwest. William r.
Downey will preside. and there will be
several addresses on temperance and
other subjects, by men prominent in the
affairs of the city.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

der Of Elks, is the president OF Division
No. 1, Ancient Order OF Hibernians.
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

Louria E Smith, a weu-known union
printer who recently left Washington
for Colorado Springs, Col, on account Of
impaired health. IS reported 10 be rapid
" improving under a change OF climate.
He expects to later locate in New Mex
leo or Arizona
The Washington times., 1907-03-31

Carroll Institute viii give ladies'
evening April II. when there will be an
attractive program of vocal and instru-
mental music, followed by dancing.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
CREEKS FILE PETITION.
Mandamus Sought to Have Allot
ment Of Land and Funds.

A petition for q mandamus was fled
yesterday against James Rudolph Garfield.
secretary OF the Interior. to compel him
as an official of the United States govern
ment having in charge the land and finan-
cial interests Of the Five Nations of Civil
lied Indians. Of the Indian Territory. to
restore to the citizenship Of the Greek
nation an allotment of 100 acres Of lands
to each Of the petitioners and a just and
equitable allotment of the distributive
tribal funds of the Creek Nation.
The petitioners are Lucy Ann Turner,
Dfxey Griswell. Maude Turner, Willie
Turner. Anna Turner and Florence Turner,
through Lucy Ann Turner. their mother.
the petitioners being minors and Creek
Indians.
1t is alleged by the petitioners that
former Secretary of the Interior Hitch
cock untustly and without cause had the
names OF the petitioners stricken from
the list of citizens of the Creek Nation of
which they are members, being free-born
as were all Of their ancestors. 1t Is
alleged that by reason of false representa-
t!ons made to Secretary Hitchcock that
these petitioners had vacated their claim
to citizenship in the Creek Nation by
moving away from the reservation they
have been deprived of the rights to par
tictpate in the distribution of 100 acres of
land to which each Of the pc etitioners is
entitled. as free citizens of the nation;
that they have been deprived of their
citizenship and thus debarred from re-
ceiving just proportion of the distribu-
tive tribal funds of the nation now In the
hands or control of the Secretary of the
Interior.
Happier & Merillat of this city are the
attorneys for the petitioners.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
TAKEN INTO COURT.
Petition in Bankruptcy Against
Railway Contractors in Baltimore.

Baltimore paper states that a petition
70 have Arnold & Welles, general contrac-
tors, who were engaged in the work on
the Washington. Baltimore and Annapolis
Electric railway. adjudged a bankrupt
was filed yesterday in the United States
district court in Baltimore. by David NJ
Newbold and B. j. Mccullough, trading
as B. ]. Mccullough & Co. Judge Morris
signed an order for the contractors to
show cause by November II why they
should not be adiudicated in bankruptcy
The proceeding was a great surprise to
the contracting company, which 1t was
thought had about adjusted its difficult
ties. October IA. G.. II. H. Emory
was appointed by Judge Gorter as re-
ceiver for the firm. and a few days later
an agree ment was reached by which the
electric railway company, on the con-
struction of which it was engaged. was
to take over Its plant and complete the
work. Mr.. Emory. as receiver for the
firm. ard Attorneys Maloy and Brady, it's
counsel. stated yesterday that the action
would be contested.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
DRINKERS COME NEXT.
DR.. Wiley Organizes New Glass of
Experimentalists.

Ginger ale fiends and sarsapa rila- pop
demons have the chance of their lives
now to lap up hogsheads Of their favor
ite tipple for no more than the trouble
of opening their mouths and absorbing
the delectable drinks DIR. Wiley has put
his helm hard a-port mon alcoholic) and
Is on a new tack, seeking the serpent that
bites and the adder that stings in the
bland beverages which keep the soda
water fountain counter sticky all the
summer.
Twelve hearts of oak. with stomachs of
cast iron, have volunteered as corpora
villa for the doctors experiments, and
they are all from the ranks of the civil
service. therefore able to take a drink
politely. Some of the teetotal liquids to
be tested on the human frame are said
to contain cocaine. chloral hydrates. caf-
feline or opium. DR.. Wiley is going to
1nd out what poison turks within the
prohibitonist cup. To make the results of
the experiments certain DR.. Wiley pro-
vides that the victims must be fed by
rule and the men have to promise to
take no food or drink which he does not
prescribe. Each unfortunate must sub
scribe to a promise that he will not hold
the government responsible for any of
the friRhtful things that may happen to
him after he gets his anatomy filled with
"soft drinks"
The "orgies'' are scheduled to begin
early next month.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
NEW SYNAGOGUE.
Adas Israel Will Probably Be
Dedicated Next Month.

1t is expected that the dedication ex-
ercises for the new synagogue Of the
Adas Israel congregation will take place
preparations are now under way for the
formal opening. Prominent rabbis from
every section of the country will be pres
ent. and eminent speakers will be heard
The new edifce is located at the corner
of 9th and l streets northwest, and has
cost approximately 100000. 1t is con-
sdered one of the finest temples of wor-
ship in this city. Simon Oppenheimer
was the president of the congregation.
and it was under his direction that the
many difficulties which from time to
time presented themselves in the erec-
ton of the building were successfully
overcome.
The board of directors Of the congrega-
ton has received a number of appli-
cants for the vacancy Of rabbi of the
synagogue. and Mr. Oppenhe!mer will
candidates to offciate at the Sabbath
services, In order to give the members
of the congregation an opportunity to
convince themselves of the efficiency of
their future spiritual advisor
The ladies' auxiliary OF the temple
has instituted a Sabbath school, which
already numbers seventy-1ve children.
Mrs. Simon Oppenheimer Is the president
of the auxiliary, and the Misses HarmeI
and Dora Sherman have volunteered
their services as teachers.
dramatic entertainment and concert
have been arranged by the ladies' aux
Hilary, to be held at the National Rifles
Armory Thanksgiving night, the pro-
ceeds to go to the building fund.
Evening star., 1907-10-30

Buttons Made to Match Your Gar
ments lOc doZ Knife and Accordion
Plating. &c yard, at Oppenheimer s, ol4
9Th st. NV.
Evening star., 1907-10-30
FOR GRAND JURY'S ACTION
CHARLES WALTON ACCUSED OF
HOUSEKEEPING.
Admission Regarding the Robbery
of Qualtrough Residence-Plea
Of Guilty Entered.

Charles Walton, who fell into the police
trap in Alexandria, Va, a few days ago
with a quantity of bronze which had been
missing from the home of Mrs. Edward
F. Qualtrough, 1901 F street northwest.
morning on a charge of housebreaking.
home Of Mrs. Leila Qualtrough and re-
moved therefrom two bronze chandeliers,
two bronze vases, two statues and seven
bronze lamps, all valued at $500.
When the charge was read to the young
man Walton looked stra light at Clerk
Harper and In response to the question
Are You guilty or not guilty." Walton
replied:
Il am guilty of some and some I'm not
guilty of
This is charge of housebreaking.
your honor, and if he is guilty of some he
s guilty of the offense charged" sug-
sested Prosecuting Attorney Ralph Given
Plea of Guilty Entered.
THAT Is right" remarked Judge Kim
ball. plea of guilty was therefore en-
tered. Walton was then held for the ac-
ton of the grand jury, and the bond IN
the case was fixed at $1,000.
While this Is a large amount. your
honor. | might say that this house has
been plfered of valuable ornaments and
greatly damaged stated the prosecuting
attorney in asking for the bond,
No testimony was heard in the case.
Commander and Mrs Qualtrough. who
now live In the Connecticut apartment
house. We're in court and witnessed the
arraignment of the prisoner. Detective
Barbee of hea dquarters had charge OF the
case. The one bronze chandelier, which
the police say Walton sold in Alexandria.
was also presented to the court as evil
dence, but was not required, 1t is
handsome work of art, standing about
four feet in height.
The police are making efforts to recover
the remainder of the art pieces which
were stolen at the same time. but so far
they have been unable to do So Walton
claims he sold other pieces in Alexan-
dra but no trace of them has yet been
found The prisoner has failed to give
further definite information.