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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-11
ERADICATED SLAVERY.
Address at Second Baptist Church,
With Lincoln as Theme.

THE Life and Character OF Abraham
Lincoln was the subject of an address
delivered by Thomas J.. Jones at the Sec
ond Baptist Church Sunday afternoon.
before large audience. The speaker was
introduced by Rev. w. Bishop Johnson.
In his opening remarks Mr.. Jones paid
tribute 10 Washington. who placed in
the American crown the jewel of indie
pendence.' Jefferson. the speaker de-
clared. was so opposed to human slavery
that as his life came to a close he cried
out to posterity that the fatherhood of
God and the brotherhood Of man would
be recognized in after years Grant was
declared to have b cen the greatest sol
der Of modern times" and one at
whose bier his country men will ever pay
homage for the glorious work he accom-
pished for the republic
In speaking of Lincoln, he said: We
approach with bowed heads and rever-
entail awe the life and character OF
that wonderful man, who, in wisdom.
craftsmanship and executive and military
ability. stands out like the sun in the
solar system. In the language of a great
orator. Garrison 1-ovejoy. Phillips. Lang
stOn and Douglas dug from the mountain
the crude ore of liberty, and gave it to
Seward. Grant and the immortal Lin
coin, who put 1t through the furnace heat
of the rebellion fire. and forged out the
trip-hammer that knocked forever the
last shackles from four million slaves
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-11
TRIBUTE TO MEMORY.
Rev. DR.. Kirby Speaks in Eulogy of
Father Mcguire.

Rev. DIR. Kirby of the Catholic Univer-
sity delivered the eulOgy at the service in
commemoration of the months mind of
Rev. Joseph T. Mcguire last evening at
the Church of the Holy Comforter. 14th
and East Capitol streets. He paid trib-
ute to the character of Father Mcguire
and spoke at length of his .'unSwerving
fidelity to duty. his boundless generosity
and his relations TO the poor. the afflicted
and the criminal.
His lifewOrk." the speaker remarked
was his own individual creation. not
learned from others. and endeared him to
all. irrespective of creed Or race. and
sprung from his unspoiled heart. He was
untainted by the worlds selfishness and
gave himself up wholly TO the world s
betterment.
The clergymen in attendance were Rev.
DR.. Savage. Rev. Albert Smith. Rev
Thomas McGuigan. Rev. l.. Rippel. Rev
James O'COnnOr and Rev. l.. Brown. Rev.
Father Carey. deacon. OF the Holy Com
forter Church and Rev Hugh Curley.
Of ST. Peters Church assisted
at the services.
The morning services We're conducted
by Rev. Valentine Schmitt, pastor of st.
Joseph's Church. Solemn high requiem
mass for the repose of the soul of the
deceased was celebrated. The clergymen
present were Rev. Z. J. O'Connell, Rev.
David Williams Rev. =. j. Richie. Rev.
Father O'Neill. Rev. James Gibbon of
Fall River. Mass: Rev c. F. ROsensteel
and Rev. James Mallon.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-11
REVIVAL AT HAMLINE.
Decision Reached to Continue Serv-
ices Another Week.

At meeting last evening at Hamline
NJ. e. Church it was unanimously decided
to continue the revival services another
week. Rev. Mr.. Harrison preached a ser
mon on The Summer Is Ended the Har-
vest Is Passed and l Am Not Saved
MY text tonight he said. does not
refer TO a lamentation for your loved
ones, or a lamentatiOn for the loss of
your material prosperity. but it is lam
entatiOn in regard to your soul. What
are your prospects for the future? Is it
a neglected life on side and over
whelming perdition on the other? Or
shall II be a happy life with glorious
welcome at the reunion of loved ones
and those that have joined the mighty
hosts and march under the banner of the
cross?
II beseech you TO let the rays of heaven
break in upon your troubled hearts here
tonight: upon the turmoil. the struggles
the disappointments. the bereavements of
your life, and realize that you can have
and will have sympathy and cOmpa ssion,
and that no sorrow. pain or even death
shall dim your hope of the other life All
your Questionings and reasOnlngs are an
swered by Jesus Christ
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-11
7 HE TIL EAT ER.
Belasco.

Without any pretension to plot nor eff
fort to exploit the fortunes of heroine
or hero. "The Gay White Way" para
phrase of dear old Broadway" was given
it's initial performance before Washington
theatergOers at the BeIasco last evening.
1t is one Of those dazzling reviews Of New
York life that are rapidly gaining in pop
uarity. 1t presents Jefferson DE An
gels. Blanche Ring and Alexander Carr
as co-stars. Their clever representations
constitute strong features. There is eX-
cellent opportunity for amusing absurdi
ties. and the talented trio, ably assisted
by Miss Guerite. a dancer: Maude Ray
mond. I'm coon songs; Queenie Eassar and
Melville Ellis keep the audience in con-
tinuOus good humOr. Many famous dramas
are parOdied. and the traverties on we'll
known players and their successes come
with whirlwind rapidity. Some caricatures
were not thoroughly appreciated because
the original performances have not as
yet been seen In Washington.
The climax of the action comes in the
second act when Mr.. De Angels and Miss
Ring give series of Skits woven together
in song. Miss Ring never looked more
charming than in this production. Mr.
De Angels appeared in at least q dozen
make-ups. and contributed much of the
heavy work of the play.
Mr. Carr. who appears as David war
field, gave splendid representations or that
noted player.
Melville Ellis gave his piano speciality in
the final act. rendering in good style and
expression THE Merry Widow and Ma
dame Butterfly's aria from the Puccini
opera. Post and Russell initiate Mont
gomery and Stone and Billy Court is
amusing in q duplication OF Harry Lau-
ders London success.
The play is mounted in lavish style. the
electrical effects in the last act being es-
pecially notable.
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CITY AND DISTRICT.

Rev. ]. w. r. Sumwalt addressed
meeting of the Y. NJ G. A. Sunday
afternoon on Unsafe Risks" Mr.. Sum-
walt said 1t is characteristic of Ameri-
cans to take such risks. both in a ma
terial and spiritual sense. but added
that there is only one way to build a
character that will keep true, and that
ia by remembering the saying Of Jesus,
Il am the way, the truth and the life"
The Commissioners have decided 10
award the contract for furnishing and in
stalling laundry machinery and appliances
al the District Tuberculosis Hospital TO
the American Laundry Machinery Com
pany OF New York, whose bid Of 81. 194. 20
was the lowest received
Harry Scott. colored nineteen years OF
age. was held in 81 600 bond for the action
OF the grand jury by Judge kimball Of
the Police Court yesterday. charged with
breaking into the store of NJ. Philipsborn
X Co. Cos l1th street and was also sent
10 jail for three months in default of 500
fine following conviction on second
charge of stealing bicycle from Frank
Shad
Capt. Thomas Eggers Of Bethel Del
has sold his interest in the ram schooner
Grace @. Bennett to Capt. S. IL. Larmore
of Tyoskin. Md The information re-
xarGing the sale was received here in a
letter from Capt. Larmore TO Johnson x
Win1satt, for whom the vessel runs and
m whose service II is understood she will
continue.
Edward Brown. alias Minor thirty-two
years of age. colored, was held in $500
oond for the action of the grand jury
yesterday. charged with depreda ton upon
private property at 1915 & street south
west. "a
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Columbia.

So wholesome and charming play as
The Prince Chap" which returned last
evening after constant successes to the
Columbia Theater, deserves the COM
mendation of all lovers of human kindIi-
ness and simple manliness and all ap-
preciatOrs of sincere art. The story or
the man who falls in love with his ward
is conventional enough, but its particular
example in the case of a struggling young
American artist who consents 10 the
guardianship of a little London waif to
make peaceful the last moments of an I'M
fortunate artists model. is almost
original. The natural simple goodness
without any suspicion of consciousness or
cant. make the Prince Chap extremely
lOvable.
Cyril Scott is SO convincing In the title
role that it is difficult to conceive Of a
difference Of identity. 1t is as though the
play. If it be really merely play and not
a true story. had been written about the
attractive. frank Americanism of the
hero. Childhood Christmas scenes, an
artists studio. rolltcking evenings OF
student life. and a story Of crossed love
should in combination supply all needed
humor and sentiment for any drama, and
The Prince Chap" offers all In way
which makes its appeal easy to feel and
understand. Mr.. Scott is ably supported
The triumvirate Of Claudias are thorough
ly adequate; little five-year-old Berry
Pullman being natural and Helen Pull
man really exceptional for a child per-
former. Emily Ann Wellman makes a
picture satisfying in its girlish charm and
righteousness. The Fucker of Mary
keOgh Is like a scene with the Mar
chiOness out OF Dickens and the Earl Of
Huntington. Uncle Jack, as given by
Duane Wagar Is thoroughly delightful
English contrast TO the Americanism of
Mr. Scott
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-11
Academy.

The Four MOrtons, father mother. son
and daughter, are the entertainers at
the New Academy this week. opening
last night in THE Big Stick before
an appreciative audience. The ex-
vaudeville stars are seen to advantage
in this play. as they have an oppor-
tunity to present their dancing and
singing specialties that never fail to
please. There was probably for a time
some disappointment in not finding The
Big Stick" a stirring melodrafna. but
before the play had been in progress
long the audience enjoyed the singing
and comedy to the utmost. The only
dramatic moment in the entire show is
in the first act. when Old Man Donahue
Mr. Morton. parts with the savings of
his married life to settle his sons debt
The blow falls just when the Old man
is at the height Of his ambition In
this act the curtain falls on the old man
shouldering his pick and going back
to work. Clara Morton delights the
audience with several song hits.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-11
New National.

Miss Lillian Russell whose perpetual
beauty entities her to be known as the
Ninon de / Enclos Of the American stage,
appeared at the New National Theater
last night in "Wildfire" called a racing
comedy. by George Broadh and George
Y. Hobart. Miss RIssells part was that
Of a woman whose elderly husband had
left her a racing stable. it's ownership a
secret. and the complications which serve
Is basis of the plot arise from the mys-
terry as 10 who is head of the establish
ment. John Garrison. an enthusiastic
hOrseman, who has made fortune in
the west. and Fred Sanderson. a man
whose fad is the automobile, determine to
win the hand Of the beautiful widow.
and Garrison also determines to purchase
Wildfire." the best runner in the mys-
ferrous racing stable. and declares his in
tentiOn 10 break the owner
Miss Russell has part which fits her
well in the gracious widow who keeps
two suitors dangling. and has at the same
time to eXtricate herself. by her wOman's
wit. from entanglements arising from her
was a doubt about her ability to act it is
settled now in her favor. but her. adj
mirers may wish that she had better
vehicle in which to demonstrate her pow
ers. for the action of "Wildfire" drags
lamentably at times. in the first act es-
pecially. the whole Of which is given over
to explanations Of what had happened
during the uncounted years preceding the
rise Of the first curtain.
The second act is set i'm the training
quarters OF the racing stable, with a win
dow from which there is a view of the
track. In this act the action moves
somewhat more swiftly, and Miss Russell
has better chance.
1t is not difficult to see the hand of
George Y. Hobart in the slang put into
the mouths of Matt Donovan 81 trainer
we'll acted by Herbert COrthell. and Bud.
stable boy. part taken by Will
Archie. former member of the I.illi-
putians. Both these characters captured
the fancy of the audience and did their
work admirably. Annie Buckly won
many laughs as colored maid, and
Frank Andrews, as a colOred Jockey did
his bit we'll. Howard Gould took the
part Of John Garrison. one of the lovers
for the first time last night. Boyd Put
nam. who has been taking the role. hav-
ing become ill suddenly. For a first per-
formance his work was smooth.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-11

Connecticut Pies Are Always Good.
Next time you're pie hungry go to the
nearest grocer and get Connecticut Pie
the best that's made. All good kinds.
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DECIDE TO QUIT BUSINESS
ACTION AS TO PEOPLES FIRE
INSURANCE COMPANY.
Directors Plan to Reinsure Risks
With Another Concern-Stock-
holders Must Ratify Action.

The directors of the Peoples Fire In
surance Company have decided 10 re-
insure the business of the company with
the Royal Fire Insurance Company. The
action taken is similar to hat which was
recently pursued by the directors OF the
Columbia Fire Insurance Company. whose
business was also taken over by the
Royal. 1t is understood the same reasons
which induced the directors of the Co
lumbia Fire Insurance Company TO go
out of business have been influential with
the directors of the Peoples. namely that
business did not justify the cost of con-
Quoting it. 1t is supposed the stockhold-
ers will be called on to ratify this action.
and that an application will be made to
the court for authority to distribute the
assets of the company among the stock
holders. which will be the final stage in
he process of the dissolution OF the COM
pany.
While the company itself will go out OF
existence. yet under the arrangements
made there will be no change in the bust
ness. except tat it will be in the name
Of the Royal instead OF the Peoples.
Office to Be Retained.
1t is stated that in accordance with the
agreement between the two companies
the office at 32S Pennsylvania avenue
southeast will be retained. together with
the office force as now constituted. Henry
Is. Simpson. who has been identified with
the company since its. start. and who
holds the position Of secretary. will re-
main in charge of the business and OF the
office. as the representative OF the incom-
ing company.
The negotiations resulting in this agree
ment were conducted through the Office
of MeSsrs. Duval & Towers, resident man.
ayers of the Royal Insurance Company, in
conjunction with c. r. Shallcross. the
company'S representative in New York.
The Peoples Fire Insurance Company,
which was incorporated in the year 1889.
has a capital stock of $1OO.OOO. divided in
shares of the par value Of s.. The divi-
dend is per cent annually. The presi-
dent is John f. Herrell. and the vice
president Benjamin F.. Leighton. Among
the trustees are Aaron s. CaywOOd. Allen
G. Clark. Floyd f.. Davis. John F. DOno-
hue. Richard kingsman. a. NJ. McLach-
len, Charles II. Parker. George r. Repettf
John Scrivener Martin r. Welfiey. John
G. Weldon and Maurice Otferbach
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Lyceun.

Hughey kernans own show. '"rhe
Washington Society Girls opened a
weeks engagement at the New Lyceum
yesterday. Two burlesques. On the War
path and The Toreador." introduce a
number of comedians and handsomely
gowned chorus The olio consists of
Mile. MOrey's series of living pictures.
the sisters Mullini. cornetisrs; Mardo trio.
comedy acrObats and Mark Adams. the
clever little German mOnologue artist To
demonstrate their appreciation. the
Eagles. of which organization Mr.. Herman
is an active member. will turn out about
400 strong to witness the performance
Thursday night
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-11
Michigan Social Club Meeting

Al the last meeting of the Michigan
Social Club. in Pythian Temple, about
eighty members and friends were pres
ent. The principal topic for discussion
was the annual banquet. the date of
which was changed from March to
March 4. After the business meeting
Mrs. s. h. Spencer. acting as chairman
~ the social session which included a
piano solo by w +. Pierson, vocal solos
nv Ross Bright. flute solo by Mr..
Church vocal solo by W. A. Boyd. a
piano solo by Miss Lenore Lacey. duet
nv Messrs. MarseII and Boyd. d soprano
solo by Miss Harriet Harding. accom-
panied by Miss Lacey. and a song by Mr..
Marsell Refreshments were served.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-11
CONGRESS SHOULD DECIDE.
Gen. Mackenzie's Comment on Mount
Vernon Wharf Channel.

Gen. Mackenzie. chief of engineers. has
forwarded to Congress a report made by
Maj. Cosby, Corps of Engineers. of a
preliminary examination and survey of
the Potomac river with a view to OBJ
tanning a channel to the wharf at Mount
Vernon. From this report IT appears
that the channel designated was created
with funds appropriated by Congress in
1S1e-1SS1. and was further improved in
1SSS-1S91 to provide a navigable depth of
ten feet. The total of appropriations to
date is $1I 900. Some deterioration has
taken pla &c. and II is now estimated that
it will cost $11 900 TO restore the ten-foOt
channel with adequate widths.
This improvement" says Gen. Mac
kenzie. lis neither urged nor required as
A commercial necessity. and it is believed
that the propriety of having the work
done by the general government is a
question which only Congress in its wis
dom should decide.
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Arrested on Assault Charse

Following fight last night at the col
ored !. -. o. f.. Hall. 1916 NJ street. La
fayette Gum, cOlOred. was arrested by
policemen of the third precinct charged
with assaulting Richard Brown, colored
About 2:30 o'clock this morning. IT is
stated, Gum and Brown became involved
in an argument. II is declared blows were
exchanged and Brown was stabbed IN
the right side of the neck with a poke
knife. He was removed to the Emer-
gency Hospital for treatment and later
sent to his home. Gum will be ar
raigned in the Police Court tomorrow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-11
GayetY.

The vaudeville portion of Phil Sheri-
dams CITY Sports is the feature of the
show playing at the Gayety this week.
The two burIettas. The Mikados Harem''
and Gan in One Night; or, Terrible
MiXup,' present a large chorus of pretty
girls with many good musical numbers.
The ollo includes Palfrey and HOefier. ac-
roba:ic cyclists. and the five Salvagges in
a series of Partisan novelty dances. Anna
Chandler. in representations of Anna Held.
Fay Templeton and Ethel Levy; John
Barrett. in Irish songs; Thompson and
Carter in a sketch. My Wifes Brother
Willie and the Ellis Nolan troupe in a
COMEDY act make up the remainder of
the bill.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-11

Great Bear Spring Water, 4 Gal,
soc. Office. 7O4 18th st. Phone Main $40.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-11
Building Conditionally Accented.

After making thorough Inspection
of the newly constructed ketc hum Public
School in Ana costa, the Commissioners
announced today that they would accept
II from the contractor as completed
January % last, provided the contractor
tint the plastering of the stair walls at
each end of the building in the school
rooms and make the plumbing salts
factory. Until these changes are made
the sum of $500 be retained from the
contract price
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-11

IS Smokecraft Cigar Bands
will entitle you to check See large ad
in sporting section, Sundays Star.
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In Hands of United States ATTORNEY.

The Commissioners are IN receipt of a
letter from E. F. Gibbs. manager of a
local fire escape company, in which per-
mission Is requested to examine the pa
pers and the affidavit regarding the al
legged receipt OF check for $40 by A. NJ
Lawson. one OF the assistant building In
spectors. from Mr.. Gibbs. which were sub
mitted TO the Commissioners by Lawson
more than a month ago. The papers and
the affidavit in the hands of the
United States attorney, and Mr.. Gibbs was
so informed.
The affidavit is I'm connection with the
controversy between Mr.. Gibbs and Snow
den Ashford. the District building in
spector. Mr.. Gibbs charging Mr. Ashford
With using his official position to promote
tire escape to the detriment Of other fire
escape manufacturers
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-11
Well Send You a Check

We III SeHU 1UU q OUeCK
only to be used toward opening a savings
account with the United States Trust Co.
on receiving 20 lib. Elk Grove Butter
coupons or 20 Golden Rod Sausage cou
pons. 10 of each will be accepted.
Golden G. Co. 92S La. ave.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-11
|EP1D|E|MDG OFF GRIP
Natural Remedy for Conn
mon Effects of the
Disease.

1t Is probably true that the presence of an I'M
usual amount Of germ laden dust in the air has
had much to do with the prevalence Of grip this
winter. 1t Is not. however. so important to &C.
count for the epidemic as it is to point to
THE REMEDY for the common effects OF the
blood poisoning. prostrating disease This is
naturally Hoods Sarsaparlla. which pnrlfes and
revitalizes the blood. restores the appetite aids
the digestion and
REVIEWS THE STRENGTH. 1t is the clearly
indicated medicine and thousands are taking It,
Get a bottle today. and if you need a cathartic
get Hoods Pills also, the tonic csthartic mas
much AZ they do not weaken. but strengthen the
system as they do their work
RESTORED IIEALTH-"My husband and I
took Hoods Sarsaparilla after a severe attack of
grip. which had reduced us very low. 1t gave
us appetite and strength. and restored our
health Mrs. Tho. Gilpatrick. North Gray Me-
Hoods Sarsaparilla is sold everywhere. In
the usual liquid, or in tablet form called SAR-
SATABS-One hundred doses one dollar.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-11

Everybody Comes to Us for Lumber
prices. Libbey & Co.. 9Th and Wy. ave- n W.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-11

Several additions have been made TO the
program of the celebration of the ami
versary of the birth OF Abraham Lincoln
tomorrow evening at the Church of Our
Father 18th and l. streets, under the
auspices OF the United States Historical
Society. Among the added numbers will
be selections by the Marine Band. while
Mrs Noble y. Potts will sing THE Star
Spangled Banner" The public has been
invited 10 attend
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EXCURSIONS TOMORROW.

Norfolk and Washington steamers for
Fort Monroe. Norfolk. Newport News and
all points south every evening in the
year at $40 o'clock.
Electric trains from 12th street and
Pennsylvania avenue to Mount Vernon
hourly. ~ am. TO pm. Arlington and
Alexandria every twenty minutes.
Ferry steamer Iackawanna to Alexan-
dria every hour and half from am. to
pm.
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ChaSe's.

Eftie Fay has added few facial twists
and disports herself as the Belle of Ave-
nue. a in her old familiar manner and
with the same old success at Chase's this
week. Hill and Whitaker, the instru-
mentalists, are more than usually enter
tanning. May Melville and Robert Hig-
gins are nimble-fOOted artists. Rouge
produces real music from imaginary in
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Free Violin School.

Parents. don't neglect giving your chill
dren opportunity to embrace advantages
which may have been neglected or not
available during your youth. Call at
Pythian Temple, 1912 9th st. NV. Thur.
Feb. IL, pm. and hear orchestra of
100 boys and girls. New term of ) months
lessons free commences Feb. 13. Instruc-
ton book reduced to 81. AS only a linn
tied number can be accommodated apply
at once Feb. 13. Instruments furnished
free at classroom. Expenses paid by
annual carnivals. fe1O-3t*