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Evening star., 1908-01-13
EXHIBIT CLOSES.
Poultry and Pigeon Show Declared
to Have Been a Success

The second annual exhibit Of the Colum-
bia Poultry and Pigeon Association was
brought to a close at 10 o'clock Saturday
night. The weeks exhibit was pronounced
to have been decided success. Long be-
fore the show was over exhibitors had pre-
pared their shipping boxes. and the birds
were soon placed In them. Some were
started for their homes. whilA others were
sent to Philadelphia, Baltimore and
Belair. Nd, where shows are to be held
next week. and the following one.
The officials were busi1y engaged In dis
ners. The attendance last night was quite
large, and all day yesterday a stream OF
youngsters was passing In and out, most
of them accompanied by their parents.
The feature Of presenting a pair OF
pouter pigeons or q pair of bantam chick
ems to children under sixteen years OF
age who were entitled to a vote at
tracted the little ones. and all were eager
to win one of the prizes.
The successful winners yesterday were:
Bantams. Raymond McCauley. 907 9Th
street southwest, Washington: John
Hicks, Rockville. Md; Noble Richards,
1880 street northwest: Howard McCau-
ley, 9O7 9th street southwest: Arthur
Cough. White Plains. Md: Dorothy F.
Anderson. Falls Church. Va. Pigeons
Frank Gould. 3O4 11th street southwest.
and Miss Harriet Kempton. Riverdale
Md. w. w. Cookson. jr., 1888 9Th street
northwest, was given q small dog. and
Miss Fanny Constantine, this city. a pain
Of white mice.
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Structure for Grace Baptist Churcl
Sunday School Completed.

Sunday School Completed.
The new Sunday school building of the
Grace Baptist Church was formally
opened yesterday with one Of the largest
gatherings in it's history. The principal
meeting in celebration of the completion
OF the building was held in the new edi-
flee at 3 o'clock in the afternoon. Several
ministers made brief addresses in con-
graduation Of the members of the congre-
cation on the work accomplished.
lev. Hugh T. Stevenson. pastor of the
Bethany Baptist Church. offered the invo-
cation. Supt. Bradley OF the Sunday
schooI read the statement of the condition
of affairs.
Rev. Chales F. Winbigler, pastor of the
First Baptist Church, who made the prin-
cipal address at the afternoon services,
expressed his qualification at seeing the
new edifice erected, and thanked the con-
gregation for their liberal contributions
which made the new building possible.
Addresses were also made by REV. E.
Hez Sven, pastor Of the Second Baptist
Church: Rev. Weston Bruner. pastor of
the Fifth Baptist Church; Rev. Abner
Wright, pastor of the Centennial Church;
Rev. John Compton Ball, pastor of the
metropolitan Baptist Church., and Rev.
M. Whitehouse, pastor of the Emmanuel
Baptist Church.
Solos were sung by Miss Sinclair and A,
Sorrell, accompanied by Miss Mills. or
ganist.
At the morning service Rev. f. w.
Johnson, pastor of the church, preached
special sermon, telling of the rapid
progress made. and exhorting the congre-
CATION to make Efforts as great in the
future as they had in the past to insure
the completion of the church edifice
AT the evening service Rev. Mr.. johnson
delivered the sermon and conducted de-
votional exercises.
Evening star., 1908-01-13
PATRIOTIC EXERCISES.
Program at the Installation Of Of
fcers, Daughters Of Veterans.

There was an overflow Of patriotism and
comradery Saturday evening at the public
installation of the officers OF the Ellen
Spencer Mussey Tent, Daughters Of Vet
erans, which was held at the hall of the
Legion Of Loyal Women on 10th street.
Miss Roberts, who was reelected presi-
dent Of the tent for the third time, pre-
sided. She welcomed the guests spoke of
the objects of the order and invited all
eligibles to join. She also paid a tribute
to the grim old fighters of the civil war.
At the conclusion OF her address Mrs.
Mary F. Crenshaw stepped forward and
presented her with handsome floral
piece.
Department Commander Newton Ferree
congratulated the Daughters on their
splendid work in the cause of patriotism. !"
He also spoke feelingly Of the disappear
ing army" and said the work OF keeping
up true American patriotism will have to
be maintained largely by such organiza-
tions as the Daughters of Veterans.
Mrs. Isabel Worrell Ball, department
president of the Womans Relief Corps.
Ger Mussey Tent, spoke of the duty Of
the daughters ct soldiers and sailors of
the civil war. She encouraged them to
recruit their ranks and teach patriotic
principles on inc highways ana neQgeS
Drummer Springsteen reproduced on his
drum Sheridan's ride to Winchester, rep
resenting the roll Of musketry and roar
Of cannon as the battle proceeded.
Chaplain Couden of the House of Repre-
sentatives spoke along patriotic lines. and
letters Of regret from the national presi-
dent Of the Daughters Of Veterans, C.
Mile Leighton. Corporal Tanner and Mrs.
MuSSey were read.
Other numbers were recitations by Miss
Josephine Tiefenthaler, entitled "A Veter-
ans Granddaughter " and Your Flag and
My Flag" and musical selections. There
were many members of the G. A R., Sons
of Veterans. the w. r. c.. Ladies of the
G. A. r. and Sons Of Veterans In the
audience.
Past Department Commander A. P. Tas-
ker was the installing officer; Capt John
s. Walker. senior vice department COM
| mander, served as guide: Capt. E. H.
Holbrook, junior vice department COM
| mander; John Middleton. the new COM
mander of Kit Carson Post: Col James
| A. Allen. assistant adjutant general. and
Maj II. l.. Dean, the new commander Of
Burnside Post, acted as assistants
At the conclusion of the program re-
| freshments were served and a social halt
| hour spent.
Evening star., 1908-01-13
Yachts in Commission.

The schooner yacht Cicona, the largest
vessel of her class in the feet OF pleas
ure craft owned in this city, is the only
vessel lying In the yacht anchorage In
the harbor. The hundred or more
pleasure craft which until a short time
ago were lyign at the anchorage have all
sought winter quarters at the various
boatyards here and at Alexandria and in
sheltered spots on the Eastern branch, in
the tidal basin and in various docks.
The steam yacht Giavota, Capt. Davis.
which is owned by John r.. DosPassos
of New York. has been berthed in the
dock at Forsberg's wharf, at the foot of
x street southwest The Giavota is in
commission and will be kept in readiness
for service at short notice.
Evening star., 1908-01-13
Jonadabs Elect Officers.

At a regular meeting of Centennia
Council. No. IA. Sons of Jonadab. helG
Saturday evening. the following officer.
were elected for the ensuing term: Rober
Anderson, worthy chief; A. G. Firestein
vice chief; VIM. H. Young. financial sec
retary; J. F. Riley, recording secretary
G. G. Campbell, treasurer; Thos. B. F
Bowling, guide; Felix Yenney, assistant
guide: c. H. Walton, inside watch: F
Roth. outside watch; H. 7. Owens, patri
arch; Jos. Robson. past chief; Geo. Pres
ton, organist: ]. w. Jordon, Geo. Pres
ton H. T. Owens, trustees
The above officers were installed BY
Sovereign Deputy Ratigan and Sover
eign Guide Ebens.
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Nine. Samaron an American.

Mme. Olga SamarofY. the brilliant young
pianist who is to give a recital at the
New National Theater Tuesday afternoon,
January 81. Is an American, in spite of
her Russian name. She was born In
Texas. where her father was stationed
with the army. Her mother. Mrs. Hicken-
hooper. lives in Washington. Nine Sama-
eoffs coming recital is under the manage
nent of Mr.. Breese Stevens. Her last
engagement in this city was as soloist
with the Boston Symphony Orchestra last
wear, when she created profound impress
sion. She studied abroad under Marmon-
lei pere. and Delaborde. and her career
has been one of unbroken success.
Evening star., 1908-01-13
AFTER THE BALLOT.
Women Of Washington Want Right
to Vote on Local Questions.

At the preliminary hearing to be given
the Lamb and Sims bills Thursday morn
ing the District Commissioners will at the
same time, 1t is stated, listen to argu-
ment from representative of the Equal
Suffrage Association of the District on
the same measures
When 1T was announced Friday that the
Commissioners would grant a hearing
to the advocates of the two bills now be-
fore Congress Miss Emma Gillett, rep
resenting the suffrage association, asked
Commissioner West to permit the women
q hearing at the same time.
Miss Gillett is the author o. a petition
which will be circulated here in the Dis
trict this week asking that women be
permitted to vote on the question of abol-
ishing liquor from the District.
Our petition asks for more than the
Lamb BILL" said Miss Gillett 1T is
that men be permitted to vote on the
liquor question. while we ask that women
be granted the right to vote on all mat
ters of business that shall at any time
come up in the District calling for vote
of the residents
Members of the suffrage association de-
clare that since the lecture and reception
here last Monday night Of Mrs. Golden
6anderson, the London suffragette. the
movement in the District has been given
renewed inspiration. Mrs. Henderson
made many converts. it is said. by her
lecture, and at the local meeting Friday
night of the association several men,
bers were taken into the society, among
them Mr.. T. ". Powderly.
1t is understood the E-emters of the
Equal Suffrage Association hav not de-
clared themselves on the question OF pro-
hibition. They say their one and only o.
ject in following the progress ef the Lamb
bill is to get the ballot.
Among others who arc interested in
taking this step to secure equal suffrage
In the District are Mrs. Catherine Reed
Balentine. daughter OF the late Speaker
Reed: Mrs. Ann E. Hendley, Mary l.. Tai
bott Mrs. Belva A. Lockwood, Mrs.
Spencer Heath, Mrs. Jeane F. Bracket.
Mrs. Jennie l.. Munroe and DR.. Clara w.
MacNaughton.
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JOINT CEREMONIES.
Camp and Auxiliary, S. w. ", to
Install Officers.

The principal address at the joint public
installation ceremonies of the Fourth I'm
mune Camp, No. 3. United Spanish War
Veterans. and its associate organization.
the Edith X. Roosevelt Auxiliary, will be
delivered. it is stated. by Capt. Rich
mond Pearson Hobson, representative in
Congress from Alabama. 1t is also ex-
pected that Public Printer Charles A. Still
lings will give talk to the soldiers and
sailors and their friends. The installation
will be held at G. A. r. Hall, 1412 Penn
syivania avenue. next Wednesday evening.
The Union Republican Club. Potomac
Post. No. II, G. A. r.. the United States
Historical Society and other organizations
have promised to attend in bodies.
The committee in charge of the enter
tainment for the installation, composed of
Capt. j. Walter Mitchell. Daniel Eberly,
j. M. Mauson. Ion F. Fisk and Harry
Thompson. met last night at the home of
Capt. William Fl. Mellach. $40 Sd street
northwest, to complete the arrangements
for the meeting next Wednesday night. A
musical and literary program will be
given by some of the most prominent mu-
sicians and elocutionists in Washington,
including Mrs. Blanche Muir Dalgleish.
contralto: Miss Emily Glover. soprano
Miss Eva Whitford, mezzo-soprano and
elocutionist: Miss Ruby Stanford. violin
ist Through courtesy of the Belasco
TheateD: Miss Sally Mason. accompanist;
Master Harry Wells the "boy toe dane
er Harry Thompson. Swedish singer of
the Swedish Society Vikings. and others.
The following officers, who were elected
about a month ago, will be installed
Capt. William H. Mellach. commander;
]. NJ. Mauson. senior vice commander: Ion
f. Fisk, junior vice commander: .'lmes
Simpson, quartermaster: Homer j. Iloch-
ling. adjutant: George West Byron officer
of the day; j. Erwins, chaplain: w. Wise,
officer of the guard.
Officers for the auxiliary Tho will be in
stalled are: Mrs. Henry Foster. pre-
dent; Miss Cornelia Clay, senior vice pres
ident: Mrs. William III. Mellach. junior
vice president: Mrs. Horace P. Springer
chaplain, and Mrs. Libby NJ. Porter, color
bearer.
Evening star., 1908-01-13
Peace Movement Discussed.

In an address before the members of the
University Club Saturday night Edwin D.
Mead of Boston. vice president of the
American Peace Society. made it plain
that he does not agree with all of the re-
cent utterances of Mr.. Justice Harlan as
TO lack of friendship between nations.
Mr.. Mead is regarded as one of the
most ardent peace advocates in tlis coun-
try. He described the origin of the peace
movement several decades ago and its
steady rise until it has reached the form
of peace party now, instead of being a
peace movement
Mr.. Mead urged that something be done
TO prevent irresponsible publication of
var talk.
Evening star., 1908-01-13
TUG CAMERON TRANSFERRED.
Sold to Philadelphia Company to Be
Used for Towing.

The tug Marion Cameron. belonging to
the Potomac Dredging Company, which
has been employed for the past three
years in towing sand and gravel laden
lighters from the dredges of the Potomac
company to this city. has been sold, it Is
reported. to the Southern Transportation
Company of Philadelphia. and the new
owners of the vessel will take possession
at once.
The Cameron was built at Solomon's
Island. Md, by NJ. Mitchell Davis & SoT
in 1904. She is 81 feet inches long. /!
feet 4 inches beam and s feet s inche.
deep. The price for the tug has not beer
made public. The Cameron will in futur.
hail from Philadelphia.
Evening star., 1908-01-13
Free Violin School.

Parents. start new year right by giving
your children opportunity to embrace ad-
yantages which may have been neglected
or not available during your youth. Call
at Pythian Temple, 1912 9th NV. Thur,
January 16. 4 pm. and hear an orchestra
of 100 young misses and masters g to 2O),
all of whom were taught free of charge,
New term Of 6 months lessons free COM
mences jan 16. Instruction book reduced
to 81. as only limited number can be ac-
commodated Apply at once, Jan. 16. In
struments furnished free at classroom
Expenses paid by annual carnivais.
ja13-3ts
Evening star., 1908-01-13
Election Of Officers.

At a regular meeting of Princess Of
Wales Lodge. No. %, I. o. d. st. George,
the following officers We're elected
Worthy president. Jennie Henderson;
worthy vice president, Ellen Burley:
worthy chaplain. Ellen Turner; worthy
treasurer. Mary 7. Wood: worthy finan-
cial secretary, Amelia Mortimer; worthy
recording secretary. Edith NJ Pixton:
worthy conductor. Jane Trow: worthy
assistant conductor. Bessie Hurley;
worthy inside guard. Clara o. Taylor;
worthy outside guard, Gertrude 1 ickles
Trustees, Amy Bygrase. Mary Trogood.
LOttie Mathews.
Evening star., 1908-01-13
Narrow Escape From Drowning.

Capt. J. r. Ailsworth. master of the bay
schooner Murray Vandiver. had a narrow
escape from drowning in Jackson's creek,
Va, Wednesday last. According to re-
ports Capt. Ailsworth had been ashore,
and in attempting to go back to his ves-
sci In a heavy blow his small boat over
turned. He managed to keep afloat, al
though it was nearly hour before
boat could be sent to his rescue.
Evening star., 1908-01-13
Death of Miss Mary E. Hartwell.

Miss Mary E. Hartwell, who died the
10Th instant. had resided in this city for
about forty years. and for thirty.two
years had been an employe of the pen
sion bureau. During the past ten years
she had made her home with Mrs. s. 8.
Cox and Mrs. ]. A. Hardenbergh, who
were her schoolmates and lifelong friends
Miss Hartwell was a sister of the late
Mrs. John D. Bartlett. Her nephews and
nieces. including Mrs. DR. W. D. Writ OF
B23 Rhode Island avenue this city; Mrs.
Mitchaur. wife of Lieut.: Col Q. 2. Mitch
Rur. u. S. A, and Mr.. Frederic Benjamin
of Chicago, survive her
Evening star., 1908-01-13
Services at Gospel Mission.

A. the Gospel Mission last evening por-
traits of three former workers for the
missions of this city whose demise oc-
curred during the past two years were
unveiled. They were Rev. William Thomas
Pierson. Charles Wesley Proctor and Mrs.
Mary Shurtleff Monagon.
Tributes to the deceased were paid by
DR.. f. D. Bailey of Brooklyn Rev H. T.
Proctor of Denver Col. Sanders Garland.
III. ID. Gordon and George w. Wheeler.
Solos were rendered by Mr. Temple OF
New York. Mr.. Evans and Mr. Gordon
The usual free Sunday night supper
service" was held. when more than 100
men were served.
Evening star., 1908-01-13
Action Not Deferred.

An officer of the Bookbinders Union
stated last night that the question at is
sue between the friends and opponents
of the public printer over some resolu-
tions presented at the last meeting of the
union was not deferred for decision until
the next meeting. as has been stated
The resolutions he said. were finally dis
posed Of at that meeting.
Evening star., 1908-01-13
EXCURSIONS TOMORROW.

Norfolk and Washington steamers for
Fort Monroe Norfolk Newport News and
all points south. every evening in the
,csr at $50 O'Clock.
Electric trains from 18th street and
Pennsylvania avenue for Mount Vernon
hourly, 10 am. to pm. Arlington and
Alexandria every twenty minutes.
Ferry steamer Lackawanna to Alexan-
dria every hour and half from a. m. to
q pm.
Evening star., 1908-01-13
Finds Baby ON Doorsten.

When Algie King. residing at 9Is H
street, started from home to go to work
yesterday morning about $50 o'clock he
found a white female infant on the door.
step. He took the infant in the house
and notified the police of the first pre-
cinct The waif was placed in charge of
a District nurse. 1t Is believed that the
infant Is about two weeks old.
Evening star., 1908-01-13
Sunday at Central Union Meeting.

At the Central Union Mission last even
ing Prof. E. L. Parks of the Hamlne NJ.
E. Church delivered the sermon Mrs
George D. Chase and her daughter rem
dered a duet An orchestra. under the
direction Of Mr.. G. D. Wolfe, gave appro-
pirate selections.
o. B. Brown. n. A. Robbins ]. C. Pratt
and A. l.. Swartwout. members of the
board of directors of the mission, were In
charge of the meeting.
A free breakfast was served in the audi
torium to more than 1JO men yesterday
morning.
Evening star., 1908-01-13
Oriental Rugs at Auction.

The Hekmian collection OF Persian
rugs and carpets will be disposed of at
auction by Sloan g. Co., at their rooms.
14O7 G. ST.. commencing Wednesday at II
q. m. and 3 pm The collection Is now on
exhibition, with catalogues giving size.
make, etc. The Messrs. Hekimian are
well-known local dealers and will ex-
change any rug not satisfactory at the
conclusion of the sale being made by G..
G. Sloan & Co., so II would seem that all
buyers at this sale are thoroughly pro-
tected Drop in Sloan's. 14O7 G st.. and
see the exhibit.-Advt.
Evening star., 1908-01-13
Mrs. Catharine Mccarthy Dead.

Mrs Catharine Mccarthy. widow of the
late Daniel Mccarthy. died yesterday
morning at the residence of her son,
Michael Mccarthy, 1917 l street north
eat.
Mrs Mccarthy, who was eighty years OF
age, had been a resident Of Washington
since 1851 and of East Washington foI
forty-eight years She was stricken with
paralysis November IA last. Three sons
Michael. Thomas and Dennis Mccarthy,
survive her.
Evening star., 1908-01-13
LOCAL MENTION.
AMusEMENTs TONIGHT.

Observation-Disclosures and Stone in
1.-The Red Mill.'' S:1j pm.
Columbia-Rose Stahl in THE Chorus
Lady" S:15 pm.
Belasco-San Carlo Grand Opera Com
pany. Verdis Aida Tin ltalian), 1:4o pm
Chase's-Polite vaudeville, S:15 pm.
Majestic-"The Lost Trail" S:1o pm.
New Academy-"Parted on Her Bridal
Tour S:15 pm.
Gayety-rred Irwin's Majestics. s15 p. m.
New Lyceum-"Williams' Imperials, y
S:15 pm.
Convention Hall-Roller skating morn
ing afternoon and night
Evening star., 1908-01-13
Lecture on Swedenborg.

who Was Swedenborg?" was the sub
ject Of the first OF a series of lectures last
evening by Rev. Julian X. Smyth Of New
York city. at the National New Church,
10th and Corcoran streets northwest.
Swedenborg's career and character were
the scope Of the first lecture. The Rev
Mr.. Smyth described Swedenborg's boy
hood and college days. and briefly sketch
ed his travels and studies abroad.
Evening star., 1908-01-13
Historical Society to Meet

The regular monthly meeting of the Co
lumbia Historical Society will be held to-
morrow evening, beginning at s o'clock, at
the Shoreham. A paper describing F
street thirty years ago will be read by
Mr.. Barry Bulkley, and the annual re-
ports will be made and officers for the
year elected.
Evening star., 1908-01-13
TOTAL CIRCULATION OF
LAST SUNDAY STAR
1889
Largest, Best and Only Sworn Sunday
Circulation 10 the City.
CITY AND DISTRICT.

The overturning of an oil lamp caused a
blaze In the house of Larkin Hayes. S52S
18th street, last evening about $40 O'Clock.
Several companies of the fire department
responded to an alarm turned in from
box s., and the blaze was extinguished
before any damage had been caused.
John w Averill of PA 11th street south
west has reported to the police that a
co1ored burglar was found in his house
yesterday morning. The noise of the in
struder aroused Mr.. Averill and he started
in pursuit, but the burglar succeeded in
escaping. He took with him 81 in cash
and several articles of small value
Georgetown policemen are looking for
boys spending pennies and indulging in
candy and chewing gum such as are
found in slot machines, some of these In
front OF drug stores in that section having
been broken open this morning and
robbed.
Union revival services at the Tenth
Street Baptist Church. corner of 10th and
r streets. Rev. S. Geriah Lamkin, pastor,
were opened with sermon last night by
Rev. w. H. Johnson of Alexandria, Va.
Inspector James A. Dennessy of the
Boston police department reached here
last night from Jacksonville Fla, with
Ernest ID. Blackwell, a contractor and
broker. The latter was arrested In Flori-
da about a month ago and was being re-
turned to Boston to answer a charge OF
alleged theft
Evening star., 1908-01-13
"Hold-Up" in Lafayette SQUARE.

Report was made to the police yester-
lay by John Ballard. giving his address
as 11l3 18th street. that he was held UP
hn Lafayette Square about o'clock yes
terday morning and robbed OF II cents
and a penknife- lie explained that four
eolored men robbed him without making
any effort TO injure him.