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The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1908-08-01

been here too long. They have
had chance and time to get bet
ter acquainted than Is good for
everyday athletic endeavor. Life
has been too easy. The result Is
always the same.
The pitching staff has also fall
en- by the wayside In spite of ev-
cry effort to favor and preserve
them. And those regarded as the
strongest on the list have slumped
the hardest.
Added to all this, luck has turn.
ed against the team. This has
been more clearly demonstrated In
the Vancouver series. Without de-
tracing from their ability 1t is q
fact that the Canucks here have
been nothing extraordinary except
in hitting, and good luck has had
great deal to do with that. With
the Indians playing In old form the
lead would stilr be entirely safe.
Yesterday Donovan cut first base
and got to third. Frary may have
seen it. He waited a moment at
iGdSJ, Uut I1ulCu ulu liOt C0A III ShS
ball and made no protest. Later in
a rally that looked good for Spo-
kane Roberts raped out three
Dagger. Nordyke claimed he cut
first, called the ball back and Frary
allowed the out. Another time
Nordyke spoiled a double play that
would have cut off two runs by
dirty interference with James on
second. Frary was watching first.
having turned to watch the throw
On due allowance there is no &C.
tual complaint against the umpire
on this. Dirty work by Nordyke
was unexpected all round. But 1t
shows how luck is turned against
the Indians. Combined with a
slump there's no getting away from
a thing like this.
Unless the team gets right back
into winning form and stays there.
Vancouver has nothing in particu-
lar except a few hard hitters
Sharp, clean fielding is the anti
dote for that. Stevens showed 1t
yesterday in his long running
catch.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1908-08-01
NATATORlUM

There will be something doing
every minute at the park during
the coming week, when the boost
ers will hold forth, from the rising
to the setting of the sun-and then
some.
With $4,000 worth Of free attrac-
tions to draw the crowd, and Os-
car Peterson acting as chief pur-
veyor of comedy during a large
portion of the time--not to men,
ton Freddie CASTOR with his gold
en- ringlets--Nat Reiss. carnival
king of the Northwest, with an en-
PERTAINING exhibition of artistic and
costly aerial and other acts and
freaks and funny things. This
year the carnival company has II
shows, most of them new. In the
park theater the Grace Cameron
Co.. beginning this afternoon, will
hold forth in "The Beauty Doc
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ManSfieId-. Wonderful PIANIST

Greatest dead trance clairvoyant,
spiritual life reader. oldest. most re-
liable spiritualist. business and test
medium, deep psychopalmo reading of
the highest order: strange power to
help you. Tells just what you want
to know, with names. dates. facts.
location; each hope, trouble. fear.
wish in love. marriage, business, sick
Inv sstment: causes speedy marriase
unites those separated: advises and
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SPOKANE

The San Francisco Bulletin says
of Charles Frohman's production
OF "The Thief" which comes to
the Spokane Aug. 17-18:
"The veriest dullard in the au-
dience could not miss it's power.
Margaret Ellington gave a remark
able performance. She was acting
always acting, with her eyes, her
hands, her back; and yet was
never false to the fundamental
meanings Of love and shame she is
given to interpret.
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WASHINGTON

Manager Blakeslee blandly an
nounces the greatest hair-raiser of
the season for the bill opening to-
morrow afternoon in the act of the
Sisters O'Meers, billed as two of
the worlds most daring and skill
full wire performers. They are
said to begin their performance
where the average tight wire artist
stops, and to come as near to fly
ing as humans may without wings.
There is an elaborate speciality on
the bill in George Streets portray
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al Of historic events in the lives OF
great military commanders. He
carries company OF three and
separate sets of scenery for each
subject. Breezy farce comedy Is
presented in "A Lucky Liar" by
Louis Chevalier and company.
Stevenson and kugent put on &C.
centric dancing and comedy. Tom
Moore, winner of the Fox medal
for "coon singing" is on the bill
in his famous specialties and the
pictures will show two entirely
new subjects.
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coEUR D'ALENE REGATTA.

The Occur d'Alene boat club ex-
cursion was pulled off today. About
rs yachts made the IS mile trip
to Rockford point where tomorrow
regatta will be held. Besides
boat and launch racing there will
be swimming and diving stunts.
Commodore George R. Dodson is
in command of the regatta.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1908-08-01
OuTCASTS AND BLACK
CATS WINNERS

The Outcasts won II inning
decision from Seattle yesterday by
a score of II to 8.
At Aberdeen the Cats trimmed
Tacoma to /.
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tor" opera by the author of IDOL
lie Dimples." which made such a
hit at the park this week. Miss
Cameron, whose voice has won
her many friends. this week will
be heard In a number of catchy
musical selections.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1908-08-01
WASHINGTON TnEATER

HIGH CLASS VAUDEVILLE
WEEK COMMENCING AUG. 2, 'oa
Sisters O'Meers, worlds greatest
tight wire artists. Geo Street &
Co., novel representations. Tom
Moore, singing comedian. Steven
son G. Nugent, eccentric singers
and dancers. Louis Chevalier &c
Co., sketch artists
Matinee every day. Two shows
every evening. Prices, Is and rs
cents.
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EASY MONEY FOR KETcHELL.

Stanley Ketcheel had little trou-
BILE disposing of Hugo Kelly in San
Francisco last night, winning by a
left poke to the jaw in the third
round.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1908-08-01
CALL OF THE cRipIRoN.

Coach Blanchard Of the Whit
man college football team has Is
sued call for athletes to begin
practice Sept. 15..
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NATIONAL LEAGUE.

Cincinnati 0, Philadelphia 3;
Pittsburg 6, Brooklyn 2; Chicago
3, Boston l.; st. Louis 2, New
York 8.
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AMERICAN LEAGUE,

Detroit 5. Boston 8; st. Louis 4.
Philadelphia 2; Cleveland 16, New
York 3; Chicago 4, Washington /.
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Los Angeles s., Oakland l, Port
land /, San Francisco 6.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1908-08-01

Green cut seasoned yellow pine,
81 per rick, three ricks $3.50.
o. M. Johnson. Phone 2700.
Delivered free inside of one mile
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Classified Ads|
Miscellaneous
e Real Estate
LYNNE norxl.

LYNNE hoTgl.
319 Wall It,, right ~ tho rivers
no nicer place In town for rogu-
lar or transient ro0mers: cozys
quiet and respectable: secluded
but close in; only ~ blocks froD
Riverside av.; rear entrances from
Post st.: hot water al the times
moderate prices.
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HAVE YOUR SHOES REPAIRED
IN THE NEW WAY
Women's half soles sewed for SOC
Mems half soles sewed for. ;. .75e
Phone 1885 and wa will call for
and deliver your repairing.
LIE CLAIRE SHOE CO.
1923 Riverside.
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HELP WANTED MALE

Public Auctfon-Househo goods
for 5-room house at Pacific
Transfer Co. warehouse on Haver-
male Island Saturday. Aug. /. 10
a. m.
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Any face blemssh removed without
pain or scar guaranteed. The
Derma Inst, 824 Riverside av.
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HON ESTEAD

Help wanted-Wanted today, 437
men and women for first class
shine for cents at the new Bos-
ton Shoe Parlo:. N 127 Washing
ton st.
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Cooper & Co., collections. 4lO Co
lumbia building. Phone 9392.
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READ THiS-lNVESTIGATE


AIS acre farm, 50 miles north
of Spokane; Stevens county; over
200 acres good timothy land, bal
ance excellent pasture; fine 8-room
house and basement, water piped
into same; large barn, housing 20
cows, IL horses, 100 tons hay; be-
sides six calf pens, implement
shed. grain room, creamery, ice
house, chicken house; in fact all
necessary outbuildings; also good
two-year-Old orchard.
This is not located in an iso-
lated district, as two boats go up
and down the river daily; post
Office within so rods of dwelling;
schoolhouse less than half mile;
also church within 20 rods of
place. Enough timber to last
family a lifetime. Object in sell
ing, owner getting old and not able
to attend to so large a farm. Price.
$33 acre.
SULLIVAN INVESTMENT CO.
PHONE 2433. IL BERNARD ST.
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CHOICE CANNON HILL LOTS
Reasonable. and monthly pay.
ments. Also choice lots In other
localities.
GRAY 4 MccUNE CO.
Phone 800. First Ave. and wan
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We buy your secondhand bicycles.
California Cycle, Riverside.
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Spokane Trunk Factory-Trunks.
travelling bags and leather goods.
Store Stevens st. Phone 324S.
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ATTORNEYS

M. T. O'Connor, attorney and
counselor at law; civil, criminal.
Room sos Hyde block. Phone 1880.
Residence, Main .f06.
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Pine wood. $500. sparks Bros,
IA and 16 Bernard st. Phone
1947.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1908-08-01

The place to eat and get your
moneys worth, Peacock restau-
rant, 107 Division st.
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GEORGE A. WEDoWooD
Express, Transfer and Storage
Office 915 Bridge. Phone Max. 2542.
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Spokane Artificial Limb House.
legs. arms. trusses. braces. made
and repaired. Sherwood bldg.
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Strayed-500 men from Queen
Restaurant and Coffee House.
337 Front. Reward.
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Loans on furniture. piano. norsas,
etc. A. A. Barnett. d2l The
Rookery.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-03

ident Of the United States has been anx-
ions to visit this country for some years
past. but, Of course. this was impossible
80 long as the reins OF office were in his
hands; The last ex-President of the
United States to visit this country was
Gen. Grant. when semi -onicial welcome
was accorded him. 1t Is understood, how
ever. that nothing In this nature will take
place on this occasion, the visit being
regarded as purely a private one.
The American colony in London is loud
iy proclaiming It's satisfaction at the an.
nouncement that the king is to visit their
ambassador at Wrest Park. the country
seat which Mr.; Whtteiaw Reid rents from
Lord Lucas. The news was imnedia teIy
communicated to President Roosevelt, and
IT Is understood that he has since replied
In terms which leave no doubt as to his
own great pleasure at learning Of the
signal honor conferred on the Representa-
tive OF the United States In England.
A letter has been received In Dublin
from the king stating that his majesty
very much fears that his engagements
will prevent him from paying q visit to
ireland during the present year.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-03

first, but the doctors were inexorable.
and as DR.. Baker. who Is In charge OF
the ward. said III smoking were permit
ted In the building. II would probably be
burned down In time
The patient may be allowed to smoke
out in the court when taking his daily
exercise, although this depends largely
upon circumstances.
Thaw took u light exercise during the
morning. and had for dinner roast pork.
potatoes. sauerkraut and coffee. He ate
more heartily than at the Terning meal.
His supper consisted of preserves, cake
and tea.
II was on one OF the visits OF the ward
physician that Thaw's first taste OF dis
c;p,ne came. 1t Is the custom. when one
of the physicians enters the room. for an
attendant to call out Seats. The old
inmates know what this command means.
and are not slow In seurrying to their
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-03
ROOSEVELT IN ENGLAND.
Possibility That He Will Pay It a
Visit in 1909.
Special Cablegram TO The Star.

Special Csblegram to The Star.
LONDON. February 3.-The kings new
garage at Windsor is being RAPIDLY pushed
forward, and when finished will be one
of the most complete Of Its kind In ex-
istence. The site chosen for this Is close
TO the royal news, and accommodation Is
being provided for nine or ten cars. the
necessary money being provided for In
the forthcoming civil service estimates.
This garage Will be used for the ac-
con,modation of the royal cars not actual
" in use. and all minor repairs will be
carried out on them here. staff of mech
anicians being specially employed for this
purpose.
There Is every probability that Presi-
dent Roosevelt will pass some weeks In
England in the spring OF 1909, when his
term Of Office will have expired. The Pres
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-03
chairs. Thaw hesitated moment, then
shambled over to his seat
Expects Release Soon.

During the day Thaw declared to one OF
the attendants that he probably would
not be IN the hospital more than one
week. He said his lawyers would sue out
a writ Of habeas corpus in his behalf. and
he was sure he would be allowed his lib
erty as the result of hearing in court
or an inquiry before a commission.
Thaw's picture and measurements for
the hospital records will be taken during
the early part Of the week. Thaw will
be under the immediate supervision OF
Or. Amos T. Baker. one of the medical
assistants to Supt. Lamb. DR.. Baker said
yesterday he would not allow Thaw to
have liquor and tobacco unless his con-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-03
ditior seemed 10 demand them for time
In medical moderation.

IN medlCaI rnOutratIOn.
Thaw brought large sum of money
with him to the hospital, but finding he
would not be allowed its custody handed
1t to a newspaper man. who turned it over
to his counsel During tn week provision
will be made by the family or special
meals and table delicacies for Thaw.
Sunday afternoon DR.. Britton d. Evans
of Morris Plains. n. j., and DR.. Smith
Ely Jelliffe Of New York. alienists, arrived
at the hospital. They were employed by
the defense In both trials of Harry X.
Thaw. and. while both evaded questions
they came at the instigation O. Mrs.
William Thaw to examine her son and
be prepared with evidence when habeas
corpus proceedings are brought up to
liberate him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-03
Senate Asks for Information.

The Senate today passed Senator Till
mans resolution requesting the President
to give information as to what act on has
beer taken by the Department of Just ce
against railroads that have not compiled
with the laws relating to grants o. pub
lie lands they have received in the past
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-03
THAW IN MATTEAWAN
BECOMES ONE OF THE COMMON
HER AT LAST.

MATTEAWAN. n. Y. February s.
Harry Kendall Thaw spent his first night
at the Matteawan State Hospital for the
Criminal Insane In ward No. I. His COM
panions, numbering about sixty, paid no
more attention to him than is accorded to
any other new arrival at the institution.
When he said goodbye to his counsel,
Daniel O'Rielly and A. Russell Peabody
Saturday evening he stepped down
from his high pedestal as the spoiled
darling of wealthy house, and for the
first time in his life became as one of the
common. herd. He was assigned to a cot
beside Quiubo Apo the Chinese MUIR
derer, who slew Paul Kelly, the prize
fighter, thirty-three years ago. and for an
hour or two was compelled to listen to the
maudlin rawlings of the old celestial, who
dred or two 10000 600 hotels and all that
goes with them.
Thaw passed very restless night and
had just slipped the leashes from his
fevered brain for few moments when
he was awakened by an attendant in
company with the other inmates OF the
ward He went to the shower bath and
washed. He completed his toilet in time
to march to the mems dining hall, where
800 inmates are served by the more ra-
tional inhabitants. He ate sparingiy OF
the food. which Is wholesome and we'll
cooked
Misses Cigarettes.
Breakfast over, he was taken to the
dayroom Of ward l north and assigned
to chair. Newspapers and magazines
were placed at his disposal. and when
not trying to avoid conversation he at
tempted TO read. He could not keep his
mind on the books and papers. however,
and his glance wandered furtiveiy about
the room and hunted look came into his
eyes as he for the first time began to
realize the grim tragedy OF his situation
The worst hardship he has had to un-
deygo as yet is being deprived OF his
cigarettes. He Is an inveterate smoker,
and being compelled to break off suddenly
has resulted in great strain upon his
nerves. He became angry about it at
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-03
To Encourage Seattle Exposition.

Senator Piles in the Senate today spoke
at some length on his bill to encourage the
holding of an Alaska Yukon-Paciic exr
position at Seattle. Wash, in 1900.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-02-03

Evans. who declared at the first trial that
Thaw had brainstorm, 80 We came up
to see Harry
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

others. No home is too humble or ob- secure for their visitation and they know human nature can give the attention to dispensing these offices that are so requi- site in order to help the worthy, and lift others who have become hardened by the constant diversity. When it is per- manently established that this local branch will handle the situation from a financial standpoint are part of the citys and peoples philanthropic work. there will be great alleviation of much misery and every man and woman and organization would contribute to fund so far-reaching and so fruitful of good. By this method the secretary can inform committees of women of illness or dis tress among their church members, or in their localities and personal visits will bring about feeling of fellowship and interest that will give equal comfort to both.
 There are many too infirm to work at manual labor too old to begin life anew, yet there are in our midst some home- less and helpless old women who need tEe fostering care of friends and enough employment to keep the hands busy that their old life may not go out Tn anxiety and discomfort Tn Montgomery there IS a beautiful old home converted into a home for old ladies. They are interested
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The Passing of the French.

From Harper's Weekly.
 The population of France, whose oo,ooo'- 900 formed the most numerous national monolingual group in Europe at the open ing of the last century, has increased only 26 per cent during the past 100, as against England's $50 per cent and Americas leOo per cent.
 The total population of France is now 3s. .350. .7sS. The female sex exceeds the male in number, the figures being, respectively, 9.533 s99 and 1S,S16,Ss9 On the other hand, an excess in the number of the unmarried is shown on the masculine side, the re- spective figures being 9,917,17S and 9,114.- 356. There are 4,S97 widows and d. yorced women as against 1,0O5,S 1884 widow CTS and divorced men.
 The number of French families is $751; 117, of which 1,314,773 are without chill dren: 2,249, 1887 have but one child; 2,OlS. 665 have two; 1.246264 have three; 74S,S41 have four 429, 799 have five; 24s159 have six; 13S, ,76s shave seven; 71S41 have eight, and 33,917 have nine children. These figures continue to represent, in a rapidly de- creasing proportion, the number of fam flies having a larger number of children. Upon comparing these groups of figures, 1t will be perceived that for about two
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was to look after the district under their supervision, and through this system every section of tine city had immediate attention in case of illness or distress. Now the city has grown to such propor- tions that other steps must be taken, and the solution to the problem resolves itself into organized effort. Where the church societies and citizens who give monthly let the amounts be placed in the hands of authorities who are in touch with the most urgent needs. and are in a position to aid, not only with money, but efforts to secure work in order to bring peace of mind and selfreliance, rather than de- pendence on others; and confidence and determination in ones own efforts The Salvation Army is already organized. They are working unselfshly and de- terminedly to alleviate the wants of
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ORGANIZED CHARITY
MRS. J. B. REID.

population, and the time is ripe for move
 ment toward establishing an organized
 charity, where work among those who are
 in distress can be more effectual and con-
 sistent. There are many who desire en-
 ployment and fail to secure it. They need
 kindly guidance and assistance toward
 the independence they desire, yet idleness
 has become a habit with some, and this
 has driven to want and Restitution hun
 dreds of helpless women and children.
 There are missionaries in our midst who
 are visiting the humber homes of our peo- pie, carrying necessities and words of help and encouragement, regardless Of creed or nationality. Hundreds are work ing for the relief of others and few men | in our midst are not called on to render 1 aid several times each day, and seldom refusal in return The constant de- | mand from every source does not seem | toN tide over until the next time. Several years ago we recall when the United | Charities dstrcted the city with commit
 tees lin each neghborhood whose duty it
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in each other, do their bits of handwork and feel that they are making the best of their time and aiding in making family circle. In Mobile there was d widows Row. and dozens of old ladies were busiy engaged with their needle and knitting, many earning a nice amount in speciality; some made boys pants, others chfldrens frocks, etc. These homes were erected by philanthropic citizens and sustained by public interest. Nothing gives contentment like peace of mind-a feeling of usefulness and nothing so humiliates as the constant growing of utter helpless rcss riding over the dark days of ad- versity and helping others to be self sustaining is the true charity that brings permanent contentment.
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Our city has spread her arms and with her increasing wealth and population has included the most resourceful section of Jones valley Industries have given em- ployment to multitudes, yet, as is always the case the less fortunate are in our midst, no matter what causes the cond- tons, they exist-and appeal to humanity. The citizens of Birmingham, corporations and business men, have always responded more than generously to every appeal and the Limited Charities,'' a body conl- posed and philanthropic women have done a noble work. Yet this working force IS small compared with the number of our