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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
REV. DIR. RALPH PIERCE DEAD.
Noted Methodist Missionary. Aged
Eighty-Two. Passes AWAY.

Rev. Ralph Pierce, DID. died yesterday
afternoon at his residence. 423 P street.
after lingering illness. DR.. Pierce was
born April II. 1896. in MORA. \. Y. and
graduated in 1852 from Dickinson College.
being ordained into the Methodist min
iStry the same year.
In 1857 he went to India as one of the
first Methodist missionaries. remaining
there until 1865 In 1865, following his
return 10 the United States. he removed
10 Tennessee where he held appointments
in the Holster and Central Tennessee
conferences. assisting in the organization
Of the former and being presiding elder
Nashville districts. respectively. He re-
moved TO Washington in 1906.
DIR. Pierce was married in 1852 to Ma
rlla Peck. daughter of Bishop Peck of
the NJ T.. Church, who died and was
buried i'm Lucknow India. His second
marriage to Sara White. who was also
missionary. occurred at Bareilly. India. in
1861. Mrs. Pierce and eight children sur
vive him. Funeral services will be held
at the residence AT 1870 am. tomorrow.
Rev. DR. &. +. Guthrie of Hamlne NJ. f..
Church will officiate. Four sons of the
deceased Edward r. of Harrisburg. Pa:
Henry r. of Nashville. Tenn: c. II. and
Morris J. Pierce of Washington. D. C..
will serve as pallbearers.
The other surviving children are Mary
l.. Pierce of this city. W3liam A. Pierce
of Lexington. Miss: Mrs. Nellie Meter
of Seoul, Korea. and Mrs Marilla +. kuy
Kendall of San Jose, Cal
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
SETTLING THE CLAIMS.
Affairs of the W., A. and F. c. Rail
way Company Being Adjusted.

The claims against the Washington.
Arlington and Falls Church. railway
growing out of the accident near Claren-
don station on that road last fall are
eelhg settled. it is stated. on basis OF
:" cents on the dollar. A large proper
ZION OF the claims have been adjusted 1t
IS explained that the money with which
TO settle the claims is being furnished
o! some one vino is keeping in the back
ground and in the papers signed by
the claimants. transferring the claims TO
thls third party. the name of the third
party IS left blank. and the lawyers max
ing the settlements decline to give the
name. Rumor has il that the Great Falls
ana Old Dominion Electric Railway Com
pany. operating the line between George
town and the Great Falls is buying up
the claims with view to obtaining lien
on the road. 1t is also stated that Presi-
dent Hinchmau. who controls a large
proportion of the stock and bonds of the
Washington. Arlington and Falls Church
railway. is furnishing the money to settle
the claims in order to get the road out
of the hands of the receivers.
The road is meeting promptly most of
its operating expenses. il is declared and
the business is growing under the man
agement of the receivers.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
NO MEETING HELD.
Calvary Episcopal Church Not Scene
of Lucas Assembly.

Rev. F. !. A. Bennett of Calvary Epis-
cOpal Church 18th and Fl streets FORTH
east, today denied that meeting of
citizens to indOrse NJ. Grant Lucas for
supervising principal OF the twelfth
school division was held in his church,
as published.
AS priest i'll charge of the church re-
ferred to Mr.. Bennett says: Il want to
correct the false report. No such meet
ing was held at the above named place.
nor could it have been held at any time
/ only am authorized to give consent
for the use of the building. and N the
interest of what l consider Inc best
good of the schools of the District such
consent would never have been given
for the purpose stated
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
Miss Drew's Successful Concert.

One Of the pleasing events of the must
cal season was the recital of songs of
modern composers. including Debussy's
cycle. THE Blessed Damozel' given by
Miss Clara Drew at the Washington Club.
in I street. last night. Assisting were
Miss FRANCESCA Kaspar, soprano; Miss
Stella Lipman, pianist. and chorus com
posed of Miss Anna Hay Murray. Miss
Diana Ireland Norton, Mrs. Suzanne
Rocamora Marsh Mrs Adele V. Davis.
Miss Mary Peter. Miss Berthe Vivian
Clark. Miss Margie Ramsey Miss Mary
Emily King. Miss Marion Mccoy, Miss
Helen NJ. Mcleod. Miss Lucy Peter, Miss
Florence Lean, Miss A. Elizabeth Dun
ming and Mrs. Edwin M. Macleod AS
the opening number Cigars sea pictures
Sabbath Morning at Sea- and 'In
HaveD.' were given with much express
Nell" Lalo's 'L'Esclave." Massenet's
LES Larmes" and the chant ''rhri-
nodia," by Holmes. Each of these num-
bers was received with much nethusi-
asm, and as Miss Drew continued with
her program the appreciation increased
she gave 'Primavera." by Bougalt-Du-
coudray; Joseph Hofbrooks Love SYM
phony" and "A Wild Rose" Bertram
shapleigh's Spring" and Hugo Wolfs
Eur Rub" In the rendition of Max
Rogers "Mein Schatzelein," with its
My sweetheart is precious thing-one
nowhere finds her equal Miss Drew i'm
parted a sweetness of tone which was
captivating. Miss Kaspar, in the cycle.
The Blessed Damozel." sang the solo
parts of the Damozel. which gave her ex-
cellent opportunity to impart a sweetness
of tone to her rendition which was decid-
eddy pleasing. Miss Drew sang the parts
of the narrator with skill.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
FOR BENEFIT OF CHURCH.
Vaudeville Entertainment by Drury
Lane Dramatic Club

The Drury Lane Dramatic Club. under
the direction of Miss Jessie Good, gave
vaudeville entertainment at ST. AIMS Par
jsh Hall. Teneytown. D. c.. last evening
for the benefit of ST AIMS Church.
The hall was prettily decorated and the
stage settings We're skillfully arranged.
The program consisted of nine numbers.
Miss Marie Brennan opened the perform
ance with a song. The Kerry Dancers"
Master George Krogman, with Miss Mary
krogman accompanst, sang several
coon songs: Miss Elizabeth Reynolds, with
Miss Loretta Sullivan as accompanist.
gave vocal solo: Miss Mary kTogman,
a piano solo and Leo c. Steifel with Miss
Lorraine Steifel as accompanist. tenor
solo. Four oneact comedies We're pre-
sented Those who participated were:
Theodore Fortune. Miss Stella X. McFad-
den. MIR. John J. Carroll jr.; Miss Loretto
Sullivan. Miss Elizabeth Reynolds. Miss
Mae Melting, Miss Marie Brennan. Ru-
dolph krogman. Marie Strudley. Edna
Strudley. Sarah Farr. Karl krogma =. Ma
rion Rooney. Harold Sefert, Helen Strud
ley. Bessie Brennan. Lorraine Steifel. Jo-
sephfne I.arman. Elizabeth Grady, Mar
garet Guinan. Elizabeth Rooney, Ethel
Rooney. Bernard Focke, jr.; George Mel
ling and John j. Carroll, jr.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
Nazimova.

The Russian actress. Nine. NazimoNa'
is the attraction next week at the Belasco
Theater. The repertory was arranged IN
accordance with the wishes Of the Be
lasco clientele. 1t includes "A DOH
House" to he given Monday. Tuesday
and Wednesday evenings and at the
Wednesd ay matinee; "Hedda Gabier'
Thursday and Friday evenings and at the
Saturday matinee while Saturday night
will be given owen Johnsons new three
act play 1.-The Comet" in which Nine
EaZimova appeared recently during her
long New York rum The eminent actress
will be supported by Gertrude Berkeley.
Florence Fisher. Mrs. Jacques Martin
Evelyn Wedding, Misses Violette AND
Gladys Hulette. A. Brandon lyman 'oy
of David Belasco), Dodson
Mitchell and John Emerson.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
Take Notice and INQUIRE Promptly

A corporation is forming to purchase
and develop valuable tract OF land
within the cit: shares 500. A sure and
safe opportunity to make three dollars
on every dollar invested. Meet us any
evening at o'clock at rooms 511-515
MurSey building. mh12-tf
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
EXEMPTION RECOMMENDED.
Amendment to Law in Interest OF
Dealers in Secondhand Books.

In a report to Senator Gallinger. chair
man of the Senate District committee, to-
day the Commissioners of the District
recommended favorable action on Senate
bin 1904 which proposes to amend GER
tain section of the license and revenue
law Of the District by exempting second
hand book dealers from paying the an
nual license of $40 required of all dealers
in secondhand personal property
The records of the assessors Office,
which Office regulates the issuance of
licenses. show that there are only six
dealers in secondhand books in the Dis
trict of Columbia. The amount of revenue
derived from them is consequently small
and in reporting favorably upon this pro-
posed legislation the commissioners
stated that there is a marked difference
between secondhand book dealers and
the dealers of the various other classes of
secondhand personal property. 1t is also
the judgment OF the Commissioners that
the former class of business should be
encouraged, as from time immemorial 1t
has ben regarded wise public policy to
render the diffusion of knowledge as easy
as possible. the Commissioners say.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
The TIL EAT E B.

The current week is one of exceptional
interest in theatrical matters. with two
new productions and a recognized sue
cess in evidence. THE Travelling Sales
man. is undergoing careful revision by
its author. Mr.. James Forbes, who. with
Manager Harris came to Washington to
supervise the initial engagement.
The especial Importance of the week IN
the theater is due mainly o The SerN-
ant in the House. a production when
combines brilliant acting with thought
full purpose and dramatic interest TO
degree that gives the performance almost
epoch ma king significance. The assem-
blage of PLAYERS is one that would attract
adniirinE attention even TO less hote-
worthy and impressive drama. The ap-
peal to interest. though based on hlgh
ethical ground is made with a clearness
and power that reaches popular attention
Immediately and holds it irresistiby.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
me. Him and l."

Hurtig & Seamon will introduce Wrothe,
Watson and Arlington in the second eui-
ton of Me Him and T. at the New
Academy next Monday night. The pro-
duction contains generous sprinkling
of catchy songs. graceful dances and
jolly comedy. The whole is presented by
company of fifty people, including a
chorus A plot concerning the doings of
a stranded opera company is outlined as
the many good numbers are presented.
Ed Lee Wrothe as the Irishman. Billy
Arlington as the tramp and Billy w.
Watson as the German comprise the prin-
cipal comedy trio. Their efforts to get
aboard a private yacht bound for the
Klondike give them opportunity, and their
antics after reaching the frozen north
constitute the comedy of the show. The
book is from the pen Of Willard Hol-
comb and the score by Max Hoffman.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
w as ]DeliipiiouS
Ny ith Eczema
On Chest, Back, and Head-Pain,
Heat and Tingling Were En-
cruciating-Nerves in Exhaust
ed Condition - Sleep Badly
Broken.
CURE BY GW1TlGWRA
SEEMED LUKE M]A@DG

Words cannot express the gratitude l feel
Tor what Cnticura Remedies have done for nv
daughter. Adelaide She is fifteen years Of age
ana had never had anything the matter " it'll her
SKIN until four months ago. when an eruntion
broke out OH her chest The first synptom WA
richness. and then followed thickeninx and Bills
ters. which would break and run matter. took
her TO doctor. and he pronounced II to he
eczema OF very bad form. He trea ted her. but
'ss'ee" OF being checked. the disease spread. 1t
sho"ed 1,sef on her back and then quickly
spread upwards until the whole Of her lead was
affected. and all her hair had to be cut Of. The
pain she suffered excruciatin and what
win that and the heat and tinglinx her life
was almost unbearable. She became run down
In health, and at times was yery fevorfsb Ian
guild and drowsy. and occasionally .he was do.
iifious' her nerves were in such low state
that she could not bear to be left alone In
spite OF tine cold weather she would i,,stst ~,
having her bedroom window Open and won:s loan
out on the window sill. She did not have .
proper hours sleep for many nights che second
doctor we tried afforded her just as little RELIEF
as the first, and really do not kpox what NO
should have done II We had not read how Cu,;
cura cured similar case. I purchased Cut;cur.
Soap. Cuticura Ointment. and Cuticura Fills, and
before the Ointment was three quarters finished
every trace OF the disease was gone. II really
seemed like magic. Her hair is coming on
nicely. and still apply the Cuticura Ointment,
as find ii increases the growth Wonderfully.
Mrs. T. W. Hyde. On9ar Place. Brentwood.
Essex. England Mar. s. 1907
Cutcura Soap f25c) to Cleanse the Skin Cuti.
cura Ointment (50c) TO Heal the Skin. and Cu.i-
cura Resolvent to0c, Tor in the form Of Choco-
late Coated Pills pc per vial Of 6O) to Purify
the Blood. Sold throughout the world Potter
Drug Chem. Corp Sole Props, Boston Mass
u Mailed free. Cuticura Book OH Skin Diseases
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
PURCHASED BY GoLDENBERG's.
Stock of A. Minister Closed Out at
Fifty Cents on the Dollar.

Goldenberg's have just made the an
nouncement that they have purchased
the entire stock of A. Minister, " no for
many years has been located at sol
Pennsylvania avenue under the Ma
tional Hotel. Minister'S establishment Is
known to the majority of Washington
men. The stock inventories about So
coo, and 1T is stated by Goldenberg's that
as result of buying it for 30 cents on
the dollar they can and will offer bar
gains of the most unusual character
The lines carried by Mr.. Minister are
classed as of the most desirable grades
and include many representative brands
of mems wearables for which Minister'S
store has been headquarters for many
years. Among these may be mentioned
Stetson hats and leading brands of
mems shirts and gloves, as we'll as
other high -clasS dress accessories for
men.
1t is a rare occurrence that men buy
ers have such an opportunity 10 supply
their needs at such savings are now
provided by Goldenberg's. and 1t is eX-
pected that great crowd will he pres
ent when the doors open tomorrow
morning on the sale of the Minister
stock.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
Success Of High School Bow.

!. That thorough technical training is
given in the public schools of this city
has been proven by one of the graduates
Of the Technical High School of the class
of 1907. Claude NJ. Thiele, who was colo
mel Of the High School Cadets in 1907,
soon after his graduation began work on
the invention of an electric taxmeter to
be used on public cabs and automobiles.
upon which he obtained a patent. That
patent he has sold.
Claude NJ. Thiele is the son of E. e.
Thieie. and Is nnteen years OF age. His
parents moved to this city in 1898 and he
entered the public schools gradual
ing from the Technica! High School
with the class of 1907.
Young Thele says he owes his success
in his invention to the training received
AT the Technical High School He is
taking a course of four years in engineer
ing in Cornell University.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
FEAST OF PURIM.
Observance by Local Hebrews With
Appropriate Ceremonies.

The feast of Purim. celebrating the de-
lfverance OF the Persian Jews by Queen
Esther. was observed in local s.-naSogues
Monday evening and yesterday with ap-
propriate ceremonies. At short serv-
Ice in the temple of the Washington
Hebrew Congregation Monday night a
musical and devotional program was
carried out. with Rev. DIR. Apram simon
officiating. Rev. Louis Egelson conducted
services at the Adas Israel Synagogue.
and Rev. DIR. Silverstone at the Talmud
Tovah Temple.
The feast of Purim was instituted for
national observance by Esther and Nor
decai. but 1t is altogether devoid of re-
ligious spirit. The Book of Est err does
not prescribe any religious service for
Purim. 1t enjoins only the ANNUAL cele-
bration of the feast among the Jews on
the 14th and 18th of -Adar. handing
that they should make them days OF
feasting and Joy, and of sending por-
lions one TO another. and gifts to the
DOOR
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
"The Hovden."

Next weeks attraction at the National
Theater will be Elsie Janis. now under the
anagement of Charles Dillingham;. in a
new comedy with music. in three acts,
entitled THE Hoyden.' The piece Is from
the French by Cosmo Hamilton. with mu-
sic by John l.. Golden and Robert Hood
Bowers.
Supporting Miss Janis are number or
clever people. including Joseph Cawtholn.
recently the star of THE Free Lance
company. Miss Janis has a congenial role
i'm 1.-The Hoyden" a young girl. the
typical tomboy who runs away from
school to spend her Christmas holidays
with her parents and friends. who are
temporarily residing in chateau in Nor
mandy near Dieppe. OF course The Hoy
dem offers Miss Janis opportunity for the
exploitation of her clever limitations.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
Eleventh Anniversary Celebrated.

Tie Merrymakers. a social organization
of this city. celebrated its eleventh ami
versary with a dance last night at Ma
tional Rifles armory, G near 9th street
northwest. There were about 300 couples
in attendance. and dancing was con-
tinuad until midnight. The hall was beau
tifully decorated for the occasion. AS a
special attraction a negro troupe. Peter
Barnes twentieth century entertainers"
gave a performance. song-and dance
sketch and ended with a genuine south
ern cake walk. The dancers were heartily
applauded Music was furnished by Prof.
j. II. PistoriO's orchestra.
The committee in charge consisted of &.
F. Engle chairman: III. f.. Huntsberry,
w r Harr and j. Williams.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
In Future Improvement File.

NJ. ID. Rosenberg. an attorney, In a let
ter to the Commissioners. calls attention
to the condition of Goth street running
south from Calvert street. on Washing
ton Heights. and requests that the road
way be paved. He states that the sur
face is an ordinary dirt road and in bad
weather the mud created thereby is such
as to make traffic undesirable. Mr. 40
senberg will be notified by the Commits
sioners that ii is too late to include an
item for this Improvement in the pres
ent estimates for appropriation. but that
his request will be placed in the future
Improvement file" for consideration in
connection with the preparation of future
estimates. the Commissioners being with
out legal authority to otherwise pave this
roadway
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
CITY AND DISTRICT.
Asks That Roadway Be Repaired.

The Commissioners are in receipt of a
letter from John A. Miller of 1920 Bilt-
more street northwest in which he calls
attention to the unpaved and otherwise
"deplorable' condition of the roadway at
the intersection of Goth and Biltmore
streets and in which he requests that the
roadway be paved and otherwise i'm
proved. He says the mud and mire at this
point are trailed by the various vehicles
passing through Biltmore street. leaving
the surface of the latter in a daily state
of uncleanliness and unsightlness.
The Commissioners are also in receipt
of a similar letter calling attention to the
condition of Biltmore street from George
Robinson. chaplain, U.S.A.. retired who
lives al 1851 Biltmore street.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
Gadski Song Recital.

The opening of the advance sale tomor-
row morning at T. Arthur Smiths FIR the
appearance of Nine. Johanna Gadski al
the New National Theater Sunday even
ing. March -, promises unusual interest
and enthusiasm. One of the most inter
esting features of New York's operate
history has been the development Of Nine
Gadski The famous singer was a very
Young prima donna when she made her
American debut with the DamrosCh Opera
Company, and the greater portion of her
subsequent career has been in this coun-
try. During her local engagement Nine
Gadski will be assisted by Mr.. Frank La
Forge, pianist.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
The Chaffee Art Talks.

The second in the series of Saturday
afternoon art talks by Mrs. Albert II.
Chaffee will be given II the Ballroom of
the Shoreham Hotel Saturday afternoon
of this week at O'Clock promptly The
subject this week will be women of the
French Court and Salon." the material for
which Mrs Chaffee secured by access to
the works of the Bibliotheque Rationale,
In Paris. and from private sources OBJ.
tanned many of the special portraits, MANY
OF which are reproduced in color. and also
of those who created the salons mat
greatly formed modern Fre;ich opinion.
= Arthur Smith of 1411 r street north
west is conducting tbe sale of seats.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
LOCAL MENTION.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

National - John Drew in My Wife.
S:1J pm.
mbia-Thomas W. Ross In ne
Travelling Salesman" Sis pm.
Belasco-Henry .Miller's associate play
crs in The Servant in the House. o:lJ
pm.
Chase's-Polite vaudeville. S:io pm
New academy = Hanlon Brothers ID
''Superba." SIS pm.
Majestic ..rhe Flaming Arrow" S:1J
pm.
Gaycty-"The Boston Bellies, S:1J pm.
New I.yceum-"The Kentucky Bellies,
SO pm.
Convention Hall-Roler skating, morn
ing, afternoon and night.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
Goes to Hospital for Treatment.

Charles p. Lavender. thirty-three years
old and living at $40 PENNSYLVANIA avenue.
was found insane by a jury before Judge
MulloWnv of the Police Court this morn
ing and in accordance with the sugges-
TONS of the alienists who examined him
the man was committed to ST. EliZabet his
HOSPITAL The insanity experts who testi-
fled to the unfortunate mans mental con
tlition were DR.. ID. Percy Hickling. DIR.
Alfred l.. Mala bre and DR.. John w. Watt
SON IT is stated the ease is of a bile
character. and with treatment Lavender
will regain his reason.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
Pensions for Retired Firemen.

Chief Belt of the fire department has
called the attention of the Commissioners
10 the fact that the recent amendment
to the law governing the fire and police
depa rtments renders possible an increase
in the amount OF tine pensions now
granted to ex-F',re Marshal W. o. Drew
ex-Chief w. T. Sorrell. ex-Capt. 6. s.
Boss and eX-Foreman w r.. Robertson
The enactment of this law was recon-
mended by the commissioners in order
that the men mentioned might receive
pensions equal to those which are now
received by officers who are retired while
holding the rank held by them.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
Cars Thoroughbreds.

Next week at the New Lyceum Theater
Frank B. Cars Thoroughbreds will be
the attraction and lively. spirited pro-
gram of modern extravaganza and pro-
gressive vaudeville is promised. The per-
Torrance opens with a rapid-fre round
of laughs and song. in skit called Ma
loneys Reception followed by an oiio
Of exclusive features. headed by Harry
LIE Clair. the famous prOtean artist.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
Under Southern Skies"

Lottie B,air Parker's play. Under
Southern Skies will be presented at the
Majestic next week by a large company.
The costuming is quaint and pretty. the
gowns being of airy summer goods. made
in the fashion Of 1875, tn period Of the
pIay A Halloween celebr. ton a: i
pumpkin dance are features of the per-
Torrance
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18
EXCURSIONS TOMORROW.

Norfolk and Washington steamers Tor
Fort Monroe. Norfolk, Newport News ana
all points south every evening in the year
at go O'Clock.
Electric trains from Eth street ana
PENNSYLVANIA avenue to Mount Vernon
hourly. 10 am. To pm. Arlington ana
Alexandria every twenty minutes.
Special excursions to Mount Vernon LOT
school children every Saturday from ~
am. to 9 pm. hourly at reduced rate.
Ferry steamer Lackawanna to AleXah-
.Iria every hour and half from a m.
20 pm
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-18

Do You Know Bobys' Tailoring
shop is now located at 5O7 11th St: