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The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
COLLEGE ACTOR ON
EUROPEAN STAGE
Former Yell Leader of the State
University Meeting With
Success in Florence


BERKELEY, Nov. 5.-Samuel Hume.
college yeil leader. thespian and frater-
nifty man. son of Mrs. j. B. Hume, presi-
dent of the State Federation of
Women's Clubs, has made good in Eu-
rope, according to reports received by
Hume's friends here
The student-yell leader went to Eu-
rope in May. studied awhile in London
and Paris and. according to letters to
fraternity friends, is now assistant to
f. Gordon Craig, son of Ellen Terry.
and manager of reputation on the
continent.
Craig and Hume are now in Florence.
Italy, where the former controls large
art theater, a show place of Europe.
At present Craig is working with Hume
on the production of Hamlet at the
famous Art theater. Moscow, Russia
some time in January.
He and Hume will leave for that city
in a short time to complete the ar
rangements for staging the classic. On
their way they will stop at Berlin for a
talk with Doctor Wheeler on the ad-
visibility of staging a, play in the
Greek theater here after the European
season.
Hume is a graduate with the class
of 1908, and won more than a local rep
utation as a student actor. During his
four college years he took leading parts
in all the student plays, and was men
toned as the leading thespian in the
student body. He is member of the
Alpha Delta Phi fraternity. He is also
an athlete of some ability, having won
the college letter in the hurdles.
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
EVENTS THE COUNTIES BORDERING THE FRANCISCO
WfSTPHAL JEWELS
ARE BROUGHT BACK
Relative of Family Who Took
Gems During Owners ABB
sence Not to Be Held

OAKLAND, Nov. 5.-Jewels to the
value of $4,000, taken from the home
of William Westphal of 545 Telegraph
avenue. were returned today by Hal
Hall, a relative of the family, and no
prosecution will follow. Nearly all the
jewelry that disappeared from the
Westphal home last Wednesday after
noon has thus been restored and it's
owners are so overjoyed to get their
valuables back that they are asking no
questions and now are anxious to hush
the matter up.
Hall, who is a chauffeur, was left in
charge of the Westphal house last
Wednesday afternoon by Mrs. West
phaL She returned to find the chauf-
feur and her jewelry gone. The double
disappearance was reported to the po-
lice, who Immediately began a search
for Hall. He appeared today with all
the missing jewelry but one ring. His
explanation was that he had taken it
out of the house for safe keeping Most
of 1t was found in the possession of a
woman in the tenderloin.
The jewelry taken belonged for the
most part to Mrs. Westphal. 1t con-
sisted of two carat diamond rings,
one carat diamond ring, one / carat
diamond ring. one scarf pin set with
an opal surrounded by diamonds one
pair of diamond set earrings. one mar
quise ring set with a large opal sur
rounded by diamonds, three rings set
with opals surrounded by diamonds. a
ladys s diamond. set watch plain gold
Watch and a diamond set gold bracelet.
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
HORSE AND WIFE
SUFFER BEATlNGS
Berkeley Woman Takes Cue
From Flight of Animal

OAKLAND. Nov 5.-A buckle at
tached to the end of a leather strap and
welded by John Dunbars strong right
arm gave such impetus to the flight OF
the Dunbar family horse down the
street in Berkeley that the animal was
never seen in the college town again.
This was evidence on which Mrs Mar
earet Dunbar was able to give expert
testimony as she said he had OFTEN
used the same arm upon her, leaving
her black and blue. Before the hnal
fight of the horse Mrs. Dunbar sad
her husband had fixed a darning needle
in the end of long whip and tortured
the horse with the singing blows until
the animal trembled when he saw Dun
bar coming. After the departure or the
faithful beast Mrs. Dunbar concluded
that she would go, too.
Dunbars strength figured In another
enisode which she said was extreme
cruelty to herself, though another SUI
fered. Dunbar came running into the
house to get a revolver and. faliing 10
find II went out unarmed and with a
single blow broke the jaw OF man
with whom he had quarreled. Mrs. Dun
bar said the jaw was fractured IN Two
nlaces. She also testified that he had
threatened a man with revolver al
omaha and had been jailed for it.
Mrs Dunbar under an assumed name
sold Snroprietary remedies, and when
Dunbar-worked at all he was In the
hair dressing business at Omaha. MIS-
Dunhar secured a final decree of dt-
vorce today.
Mrs. Edna Roberts asked for di-
vorce from r. Knox Roberts, alleging
desertion.
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
RETURNS ARGUS,
WANTS HIS NOTES
P. R. Mines Sues T. G. DaE-
iells to Secure Paper Given
for Newspaper Plant

OAKLAND. Nov. 5.-Having returned
the Alameda Daily Argus 10 T. c.
Daniels, from whom he purchased 1t.
P. r. Mines fled suit in the superior
court today 10 compel Daniels to re-
turn two promissory notes for S25OO
each given in part payment on the
purchase price. He also asked sS549
as damages for his loss while manag-
ing the paper. Mines said that a
long list of Misrepresentation regard
ing the earning capacity of the plant
had been made by Daniels before he
was induced to buy
Daniels, on accepting a federal pO-
sition, leased the paper at $225 a month
to J. sherman Mcdowell and Daniels
was said TO have pointed Mcdowell out
as man rolling in wealth and able
10 live in more opulent style than
Daniels with his income could afford
That the paper had a circulation Of
more than 1000 a month that city
advertising came as matter OF course
and that advertisers paid so cents an
inch for space were statements cited
by Mines.
The truth. Mines alleged he after
ward found out was quite the reverse.
Mcdowell had to borrow money TO pay
his rent, the paper had only 1000 sub
scribers and city advertising was only
secured after a lawsuit.
When Mines purchased the paper he
gave the notes, but later had to return
the plant TO Daniels owing to inability
TO keep the income above the operat-
ing expenses. Then Daniels was ac-
cused of refusing TO return the notes
and these are objects of the suit As
Mines claimed he purchased the paper
under fraudulent representations he ap-
losses alleged to have been incurred
while he was owner.
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
BLAZER OF TRAILS
MEETS OLD FRIENDS
Ezra Meeker Visits City Engi-
ueer Chapman of Alameda

ALAMEDA. Nov. 5.-Ezra Meeker,
the pioneer trail blazer, who crossed
the continent to oregon with an OK
team in 1898 and who has made the trip
both ways gain since 1s06.with a yoke
of steers. arrived here today with an
old time outfit He is on his way to
Los Angeles and Will remain in Ala
media until Sunday.
Meeker travels in prairie schooner
Of the type that was used by the emf
grants who rushed to the Pacific coast
in the days of the gold excitement.
Within the last three years Meeker and
his oxen have travelled to Washington,
ID. c.. from Oregon and back to Cali
fornia The old man and his team
were in the Portola parade in San
francisco and also participated in the
Rush of 49' carnival in Stockton.
Meeker is working to have the govern
ment mark the old Oregon trail of the
pioneers and the Santa Fe trail with
monuments.
city Engineer i. n. Chapman knew
Meeker in Oregon nearly so years ago
and when the two met today they
greeted each other in the Chinook Ian
guage Meeker is also close friend of
the poet Joaquin Miller. Accompany
ing Meeker in his travels are Mr.. and
Mrs w. 3. Mardon.
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
BOY ESCAPES DEATH
BENEATH ELEVATOR
Cage Crushes Apprentice, but
He Will Recover

OAKLAND, Nov. Caught beneath
a descending elevator in shaft at the
Thomas Booth electro plating plant in
lower Broadway today, Ben Accosta,
aged 16 years. had narrow escape
from being crushed to death
His cries caused the attendant in the
elevator to stop the mechanism, but
not until Accosta had been jammed into
a cramped position and had been badly
bruised about the head, neck and
shoulders.
Removed to the receiving hospital,
it was found that he had no broken
bones, and Steward Plat dressed his
injuries. Later Accosta wasAallowed to
go TO his home at 56915 Twentieth
street. He was employed as an ap-
prentice.
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
PROVOKES WIFE BY
HIS UNIQUE TACTICS
Joseph MorceI Paid Attention
to His Stepdaughter

OAKLAND, Nov. 5.-Joseph Morcel
paid marked attention to his wife's
daughter, Mrs. Elise Mousnier in order
to estrange her from her mother. Mrs.
Therese Berthol Morcel, according to
testimony produced during the contest
of Mrs Morcel's will before Judge Og-
den today. Mrs. Morcel displayed
great affection for her daughter and
often stated that she would make her
heir to her estate, it was said. In
stead her will devised her entire prop
erty. valued at $4,000, to Morcel Mrs.
Mousnier thereupon filed a contest.
She alleged that Morcel had COM
plete control Of her mother; that he
could check her by raising his hand
and never relaxed his hold upon her
paid to Mrs. Mousnier were
said to have been resorted to for the
purpose of separating them. Mrs. Nous
nier claimed that this succeeded. Let
ters praising the California climate
highly were read in evidence today
which Mrs Mousnier said she had re-
ceived from her mother while living in
France. Later she joined her mother
in Alameda.
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
WANTS MORE COLLEGE
MEN IN CHURCH WORK
Bishop Rowe of Alaska Advises
Students to Study Religion

BERKELEY. Nov. 5-After giving
Ills audience a comprehensive view of
shc history and greatness of Alaska,
Bishop p. T. Rowe of Alaska in his
speech before the students Of the univer-
sitF i'm Harmon gymnasium this morn
ilfE declared that not enough college
f.en were taking an active part in
church affairs
II would like to see more college
bred. men in the ministry" he said, i'm
stead. of having them devote their
talents elsewhere More college men
should take an active part in the
church. and its societies. Much bene-
n WOULD result both to themselves and
70 Others.
Prof Bernard Moses of the faculty,
tie second speaker, told of the bene-
fits TO be derived from a closer rela-
tfon OF the Americas end said that the
con- nEresses of the south were steps in
the right direction.
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
LA Iona RESIDENTS
WANT CAR SERVICE
Petition Presented to Officials
of Traction Company

BERKELEY, Nov. 5-In behalf OF
$50 residents of the La Iona park dis
trict in northeast Berkeley d. T
Crittenden. a member of the La Iona
Improvement club, presented Manager
" +. Kelly of the Oakland traction
company with petition today asking
that the Euclid avenue car line be ex-
tended northward TO include Hilgard
avenue. Spring and Rose streets and the
Cragmont section.
he stated that there were $50 resi-
dents OF the section and 200 homes
The number OF visitors to the district
hes estimated at 1850. and they were
without adequate car transportation
Manager Kelly promised 10 take the
matter up with the company engineers
and directors and give an answer.
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
BERKELEY CHAMBER
ELECTS NEW OFFICERS
!. {. Juster Chosen President
in Place of G. 0cheItree

BERKELEY. Nov. Sc. c. Juseer, a
real estate dealer of this city. was
elected. president of the chamber Of
commerce of this city last night sue
eeeding George Ocheltree, who has
served for two years. B. J. Bither, a
West Berkeley manufacturer, was
chosen as vice president and Wells
Dr9ry as secretary The First national
bank was made treasurer.
The new board of directors which
took Office last night is composed of:
George Ba Nter, r. J. Bither, F. L.
Butterfield, A. S. Cooley. A. o. Donogh,
N. A Gates. W. A. Compete, G.. A.
Griesche. II. d. Irwin, c. c. Juster. c.
Milskelsen, T. A. Morris. w. J. Mortimer
Duncan McDuf1e. Frank J. Naylor.
George B.. Ocheltree, Friend w Rich
srdSon. F. Q. Turner, W. L. Woodward
and William r. Woolsey.
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
SAN LEANDRO TO HOLD
INDUSTRIAL BANQUET
Commercial Topics to Be Dis
cussed by Speakers

SAN LEANDRo. Nov. 5.-Congress-
man Joseph r. Knowland of Alameda
is to be one of the speakers at the in
dustrial banquet to be held here No
vember Is in st. Josephs hall. w. j.
Locke is to be the toastmaster.
among others who will address the
assemblage are L. HI. CLAW of the oai-N
land chamber of commerce. Attorney p
j. crosby and j. L. Geary of Alamefla
All will speak on commercial topics
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
Sunday Services in Churches
of Alameda

ALAMEDA. Nov 5.-FIrst Baptist cburcl,
santa Clara avenue near Benton street Rev i
2. Russell minister.
IL o'ciock-Aornipg worship and sermon: sub-
ject The Old and the New. This viii be fhe
annual sermon of the churchs calendar wear
7:30 oclock-EyeDnc praise. with sermon !.
subject. ''pau and HIS Early Ministry The
sermon win be illustrated with colored slides
and stereopticoD.
s:so-ouiet hour conducted by she Young peo-
pies Baptist union.
Bible school. 9:45 O'Clock, morning: H. T. Car
vim superintendent
The annual business meeting. with reports
from all departments Of the church ami the
election of officers for the ensuing year will he
held Monday evening November S, at 7:45
O'clock.
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
CELEBRATES. FORTIETH
SCHOOL ANNIVERSARY
Pacific Theological Seminary
Observes Its Founding

BERKELEY, Nov. 5.-With simple
services at the chapel of the institu-
ton the fortieth anniversary of the
founding Of the Pacific theological sem
mary in Atherton street was celebrated
this morning. Introductory remarks
were made by Dean n. c. Nash and the
prayer was offered by Prof J. H. Buck
ham. Rev. J. K. Mclean, president of
the institution. delivered the main ad-
dress of the day, speaking at length
on the history Of the school and the
meaning of founders day. Doctor
Wyllie pronounced the benediction.
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
WESTERN PACIFIC WINS
FIRST DAMAGE SUIT
Jury Denies Claim of Mrs. Err
win in Suit to Recover

OAKLAND. Nov. 5.-Mrs. Louise Err
win lost a suit for $1,000 damages by
the verdict of jury in Judge Mur-
phys court today.
The suit was the first personal dam
age action fled against the Western
Pacific company in this state. follow
ing the commencement of passenger
traffic service in completed sections Of
the track above Stockton.
Mrs Erwin alleged that she had
been hurled from seat and badly in
jured when section of a train
bumped into a passenger coach on a
siding near Lyoth.
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
FORMER SECRETARY OF
CHAMBER SEEKS HEALTH

OAKLAND, Nov. 5.-Edwin Stearns,
who recently resigned as secretary of
the chamber of commerce, left today
for Howard springs. in Lake county
where he will remain indefinitely with
the purpose of benefiting his shattered
health. The directors of the chamber
of commerce have not as yet selected
successor to Stearns and will prob
ably not do so for some time.
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
KEEPSAKE FROM WYATT
carp TAKEN BY THIEF
Burglar Admits Stealing Gold
and Silver Plated Pistol

OAKLAND. Nov. 5.-E. N. Beratta
was arrested this morning for stealing
the revolver of Daniel Ogden from a
lodging house. Beratta admitted his
guilt. The pistol is a gold and silver
plated one and is priced by Ogden be-
cause it was given to him by WYATT
carp, who acquired fame as a fighter
in Arizona and also as referee of the
Fitzsimmons-S -Sfarkey fight, which was
given TO Sharkey on foul
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
COMPANY DEFAULTS IN
SUIT FOR LARGE SUM
Pyramid Gold Mining Concern
Makes No Defense

OAKLAND, Nov. Judgment by de-
fault for s27,242 was given in favor
of Charles F. Crothers against the
Pyramid gild mining company in Judge
Harris court today. Crothers alleged
that the money had been loaned on four
promissory notes for $4,000, with one
for $500, which with interest at per
cent over different periods of time
brought the total with costs of suit and
attorneys fees up to the amount of the
judgment. No payments except very
small amount had ever been made, he
said.
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
SORORITY GIRLS
DANCE HOSTESSES
Chi Omega Members Hold Affair
at Oakland Home Club, and
Smart Set Attends

BERKELEY. Nov. 5.-At beauti-
fully appointed dance at the Home club
in Oakland last night the Chi Omega
sorority of the university entertained
several scores of friends of the bay
cities. The affair was one of the most
exclusive of the season. and S5 couples
enjoyed the evening on the ballroom
floor.
The women of the sorority were in
the receiving line. assisted by Mr.. and
Mrs. r. L. Reid. Mrs w w. Anderson.
Mrs. Bishop, Mr.. and Mrs. f. NJ. Par
cell.
Among the members of the sorority
are:
Mildred Cross Amanda Jacobsen
Louise Howard Alberta VOlmers
Elizabeth MacBride Edith Cooley
Ruth Shreve Belle Hart
Edith Howard Hazel Noting
Mildred Martin Barbara Reid
Marguerite Pena Margaret Ware
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
WILL TELL OF TRIP
AROUND HORN IN '4o
DIR. j. L. CogswelI Will Address
Society of California Pioneers

BERKELEY, Nov. 5.-Dr. ]. L. Cogs-
well, a pioneer of '49 and resident of
this city, will read paper before the
Society of California Pioneers at it's
next meeting. Doctor Cogswell rounded
the Horn with SO others in 1S49 on
voyage which lasted six months. Only
he and Captain White survive. The
paper will tell of this adventurous
trip.
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
PASTOR SNOWDEN QUITS
FLOCK AT PALO ALTO
[Speciol Diseatch to The Call

PALO ALTO, Nov. 5-Rev. Clifford
Snowden. pastor of the local Congrega-
tional church, has resigned his position
and will leave at once with Mrs Snow
den for Chicago 1t is understood that
the pulpit will be temporarily occupied
by Rev. John Thomas. brother of DIR.
Benjamin Thomas of this city.
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
Marriage Licenses

OAKLAND. Nov. 5-The following marriage
lcenses. were issued today
Joaquin silva. y, and Mary Pima. 25, both Of
Oakland.
Edwin r. Piummer. p and Verna Il Nelson,
49, both II Alameds.
Reuben ". Boyce, %, and Olive Alburtis, L.
both ~ Berkeley.
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
CoMMUTERs, CAMPAIGN

Campaign Work, both for bonds and
annexation, among the commuters will
be commenced Saturday morning, No
vember 13, and will continue through
election days, November Is and Is. on
all OF the ferry boats connecting with
Oakland and suburban trains. This
work will be conducted Systematically
by committee of prominent business
men led by Fred Sherman, Charles
Smith and David Mclaughlin.
Mayor Mott, City Attorney Stetson.
Superintendent of Streets Howe of Oak
land and others addressed a large an
nexation meeting at Latham Terrace
hall, Twenty-fifth avenue and East
Twenty-third street today. Meetings
will be held throughout the outside
territory during the coming week
Businessmen have commenced to
issue campaign literature. sending out
thousands of circulars to their patrons.
A typical letter follows: -
On November 10 there will be an election for
the purpose of furnishing money for the i'm
provement of Oakland.
Will continue to go forward and be what nature
has entitled it to be, the most beautiful city on
the coast
growth commercially. 1t means better and
pleasanter city to live In.
II the bonds fail to carry, it means a setback
that will take years to overcome.
There's no standing still. Vote for bonds and
use your influence with others to vote for bonds.
On the 18th inst, the day after the bond
annex the district including Fruitvale, Merosc.
Elmhurst Fitchburg. Allendale, Dimond, Clare
Vote eyes, 1t means for Oakland bigger
city and all the recognition and prestige that
go with It.
streets. better police and fre protection a
cheaper tax rate and cheaper insurance rate.
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06

BURGLARS TAKE wATcH-Oakland. Nov. s.
Report was made today BY J. B. Sunil Of $50
East Fifteenth street that burglars entered
his home early yesterday morning and stole
a gold watch and 500. Entrance was Effected
through a front window which had been left
open
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
WILL GIVE THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE

Ill WIZ 1S]-z7 III 2. N
Oakland. Nov. 5---Arrangements have been
completed for the benefit theatrical perform
ance which will be given Sunday evening at
Rice institute By the members OF Denmark
lodge No. II. Danish Sisterhood The enter
tainment will be followed by a ball. The
committee of arrangements consists of Mrs
r. X TrupIsen, Mrs. 7. H. ziegler. Mrs Ma
rie Jorgensen. Mrs. Lynow and Mrs. Carl
Schmidt
The San Francisco call., 1909-11-06
BOARD OF WORKS. PLEDGE

Department of Public Works. Oakland Novem-
Der I. 1909.-The board of public works, the
members of which also constitute the board of
police and fire commissioners of. the city of Oak
land desires to go on record and assure the
residents of the proposed annexed district this t
If the territory in question becomes a part OF
this municipality the said board win fmmedi-
ately take steps to extend all the different
branches Of the municipal service throughout the
newly acquired territory.
A prompt and careful study OF your needs in
the way of 6re and police protection street Inn
proyement and repair, school and library facili-
ties. viii be made by the board. acting in con
junction with the various other department
heads. and effort will be spared to minister
70 your official wants in businesslibe and eff
cient manner. Very respectfully yours
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS OF THE CITY
OF OAKLAND.
FRANK K MOTT Mayor
JOHN W. STETSoN. City Attorney.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1909-05-22
GEN. FUNSTON COMING.
He With Other Famous Orators Will
Attend Saturday Night Club.

The twenty-SiXth annual meeting of
the Saturday Night club will be held
in the Masonic temple next Tuesday
night, May 27. The program which
has been provided for the entertain
ment is a good one, as every speech
Will be live one with an up to date
subject. Walter Roscoe Stubs will
tell of THE Trials of a Governor"
Maybe he will say something about
that Stone appointment. E. D. Nc
keever is to make an address on
Short Terms in Office His political
experience has been of the right type
to fit him for a discussion of this sub
ject. John Switzer, who was the
Democratic candidate for state sena-
tor last fall, will talk on 1.-THE Glory
of Defeat"-another case of the right
topic for the right man. J. K. Cub
bison, from Kansas City, Kan. and a
former state senator, will talk about
THE Vicissitudes of a Politician"
Swat the Fly is the subject of an
address by DR.. S. J. Crumbine, who is
trying to Stay every member of this
tribe in the state. Warden McClaugh-
cry of the federal penitentiary at
Leavenworth will discuss 1.-The Gentle
man Prisoner" Charles S. Gleed, one
of the best after dinner speakers in
the west, has a very simple subject for
discussion, Talk Is Cheap" Mr.
Gleed is president of the Bell Tele-
phone company.
One of. the big hits of the evening
by a little man will be that of General
Fred Funston who will discuss 1.-The
Army.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1909-05-22
FRANK DENTON NAMED.
Bank Commissioner DoIIey Appoints
an Examiner

State Bank Commissioner j. N.
Dolley today appointed Frank Denton
as one of the new bank examiners al
lowed under the new state guaranty
law. Mr.. Dolley will not announce
his other appointees until later.
Mr.. Denton, the new bank examin-
er, is well qualified for his place. He
learned the banking business in At
tica, his home town, and later went
to Wichita to work. He came to To-
peka from Wichita and has filled
clerical positions in the state auditors
office and the secretary of states Of
flee for the past four years.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1909-05-22
WALSH in TOPEKA.
Walker on Trail of Weston Stops
Here for the Night.

Sergeant John Walsh, the man
who is attempting to overtake the
veteran walker. Edward Payson
weston, arrived in Topeka last night.
He started out on his Journey west
ward at s o'clock this morning. TAX
ing the Weston route. Walsh
stopped at Kiro for luncheon. He
expects to reach Junction City be-
fore he stops for the night He
says he expects to overtake Weston
near the continental divide.