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The Washington herald., 1909-03-28

glad 70 count him among my personal
friends. We admire him for his true
worth and for his high character"
Menu Inspected.
The menu was first inspected by the
experts connected with the Bureau OF
Chemistry. and after their perusal II
was returned to the proprietor OF the
Hotel Normandie and served as fol-
lows:
(Gaaranteed under Food and Drugs Act Of
June %. l9o6-l
Cocktail CComUOundedl
Co. oysssT oBor'K Sauce o.,
Fried Potatoes seest Potatoes
Spaghetti ls and ]. Yellow
Salad Tomato tSkins and 3oresl
Cheese Roquefort CTypel Craesers lUneedal
Chioory ldemi thssel CiEar. lHaTanasH
Standard Solutions
Martini and Manhattan NJ Burgundy-C. p.
All Other solutions for the Asking
Anecdotes Related.
The speakers had many witty anecdotes
TO relate. which kept the banqueters II
good humor for more than an hoHr after
the last toast was responded 70.
During the evening musicians stationed
near the parlor played selections appro-
pirate TO the occasion, being compositions
written a score OF years ago and suns
BY those present when they were student,
at college.
The banQueters at the close sang. stand
ing. For He's a Jolly Good Fellow.
which was followed by an address b.
L. NJ. Tolman. in which he suggested the
formation OF a club composed OF work
ers OF the Bureau Of Chemistry. the pur'
pose being 10 continue together IN
friendships formed during the last twen
" years.
Among those present were:
L. N. Tolman. F. P. veitch. IS. o. Emsry. Psrc
II. Walker. r. :. Hiltner. Il c. PuIeT L. =
keber. L. H. bailey John 7. Reister J. ]. Pa
mo7e. NJ. \. Straughn. A. L. Sullivan, 9. z
Patrick. Il .. Howard J. W. Wiley. Win ]
Morgan. A. " BroomcH. H. ". Houghton, T
g. PaDpe. II Il. Walters. G Frank summet
r. G. Weber. J. X Haywood. 2 W. Boughton
n. Schreiher. ". ElliSon. r Q. Cook. ". "
skinner. ". y. Bigei0E. A. v II. Mory. J. Gar
field Riley Martin Boyle j. g. ShiblcJ 4. Given
q. p. Church q G. Mcdonnell. r " S5nithcT
T. II ChNce. Chsrles Chilt0n Aio0fy. A. Hug
Bryan and J. A. LR Cieu-
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28
WANTS SOLDIERS EDUCATED.
French Writer shows Ignorance of
Some of COuntry's Defenders.

SOhAC VI OOuMAEy a defenders.
Paris, March H.-American newspapers
not long ago gave interesting examples
Of the hazy ideas some school children
have about Abraham Lincoln. On the
score Of age their ignorance is perhaps
more excusable than that shown by a
great percentage OF French army con-
scripts regarding events which have
closely affected their country.
A book has just appeared in Paris en-
titled The Soldiers Patriotic Eduea-
tion," by Lieut.. Roland. who gives the
results of hve years Investigations
among the recruits placed under his
charge. Although most Of them had
gone through the public school curricu-
lum, q per cent returned a wrong an
swer to the question: What Is Alsaee-
Lorraine?'' The majority thought II was
large city in France: others that II
was a country. the capital Of which was
Berlin Some SO per cent knew nothing
about the Franco-Prussian war, a sig
nihcant fact to be remembered by French
men who still cherish thoughts Of Ia
revanche."
The yaguest notions. Lieut.. Roland
found. prevailed about Napoleon I. some
said he lived about 1890, others about
twenty years ago. Others again described
him as 'an ex-king of Spain." and one
returned the curiously mixed up answer
that Napoleon had been Emperor of
all the world for 100 days
The author Of the book is Of opinion
that such abysrnal ignorance Of history
must tend TO weaken the morale Of the
French army. as IN case Of war an alarm
ing percentage would lack the under
standing why and wherefore they were
called upon to fight"
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28

Rome. March 27.-The third volume of
the acts OF Plus X entitled "Pn X Ponte-
fis Maximi Acta" has just been pub
lished by the Vatican Press. It con-
tains in a special appendix the apostolic
constitutions relating to the vacancy OF
the holy see and the election OF the Pope.
whi>h, although in force since 1904, were
never before published.
The most important Of the four docu-
ments just published is the constitution
entitled "COmmissum nobis," dated Jan
uary 20, 1904. abolishing the right OF
veto presented In a conclave TO prevent
the eventual election OF a particular car
dinal- The abolition OF the veto consti-
tutes one OF the radical reforms intro
duced by the present Pope In the govern
ment Of the church. and its recent publ
cation in extenso Is evidently intended TO
give 1t full executive force
In It the Pope solemnIy. addresses all
the cardinals. as well as the secretary OF
the Sacred College, and all those who take
part in a conclave. and formally prohibits
them from accepting under any pretext
from whatever civil authority the charge
20 propose the veto. even IN the shape OF
mere wish. verbally or in writing. di-
reetly or indirectly, or through an inter
posed person. Special penalties and ex-
communications are threatened in case
Of disObedience.
The cardinals are eXhOrted not to pay
attention TO the intromission OF secular
princes in the election of a Pope, and the
Pope orders that this constitution be read
before every conclave. and that every
cardinal on appointment shall swear TO
abide by its prescriptions. and If anybody
were to disobey IL let him know that he
shall incur the Indignation Of God Al
mighty and Of the holy apostles. Peter
and Paul The suppression Of the veto
during the conclave does not mean its
complete abolition. as the possibility OF
infIercing the cardinals before the con-
clave Is not excluded
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28
BURGLAR SEEKS FAIRBANKS
Man Fires shot Into House Occupied
nv Forus- Vice President

Man Fires Shot Into House Occupied
by Former Vice President.
Los Angeles. Cal. March A.-Former
Vice President Charles W Fairbanks
has been marked Tor a victim either by
some crank or by a burglar. according to
the police OF Pasadena. who are iHvesti-
eating an effort BY an armed intruder 10
sain entrance 20 the home OF Mr- Fair
banks son. where the former Vice Presi-
dent Is now staying.
On the night after Mr.. Fairbanks ar
rival last Thursday. a man tried 70 en-
ter the rear OF the house. He was dis
covered by the members OF the family
and was routed, but before leaving he
fred a shot into the house. which. for
tunately, hit no one.
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28
LATEST And BEST IN SHOES
Berberieh & Sons Store Opens with
Big Assortment.
Has Exclusive Agency for Number
OF Famous Brands OF Footwear.
Patent Leather Guaranteed.

I've come back for another pair said
the majority Of the men and women who
entered PSFSerlch's Sons shoe store. al
nle-1s-2-22 Seventh street northwest. yes
terday. to see the most extensive stock OF
spring footwear 20 be found IN Washing
ton.
A short time ago dozens OF big boxes
and cases were delivered at the Seventh
street business house. Thousands Of pairs
OF shoes for men, women. and children
all styles. sizes. and descrip;ions-were
unloaded.
As the weather grew warmer the sales
increased. and yesterday. probably the
finest day since last summer. the citizens
looking for the latest and best In shoes
thronged the spacious establishment from
early morning until late al night. There
was no let-up. and the large corps Of
statesmen and salesladies were taxed 20
accommodate the buyers
Having the exclusive agency for Patri-
clan shoes for women. la France shoes
for women. the Buster Brown shoe for
girls and boys. and the Burt & Packard
''KOrrect shape" SEX Royal Blue. and
the Haywood BUniOn Shoes. as well as
carving a line Of Dr. A Reeds cushion
sole shoes. the Berberich store Is well
equipped
A member OF the firm yesterday said
the greatest demand was made by women
for suede shoes in varying oolors. These
shoes are the latest lad. and thousands OF
pairs are being sold daily.
The guaranteeing Of patent leather
shoes. an innovation In the shoe busI-
ness. is drawing hundreds OF customers.
The firm guarantees 10 replace any pair
OF patent leather shoes. no matter how
long they have been worn, If the uppers
break before the first sole Is worn
through Burt & Packard, makers OF the
''Korrect style shoes. make this offer.
An entire store has been fitted Up foT
the exclusive fittings Of children's shoes
This store is a new addition. and young
America can so there and find anything
his or her exacting fancy may desire.
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28
ITALY TO WATCH EMIGRANTS.
Murder of Detective PetrOsinO VIII
Result I'm Surveillance.

Rome. March z7--It is learned that the
Italian government. realizing that the
murder Of Lieut. Joseph Petrosino will
be followed by the strictest surveillance
OF Italian immigrants N the United
States. intends TO offer to cooperate IN
the proposed institution OF special po-
lice service aboard all emigrant ships.
alter the present passport regulations so
as 10 prevent forgery, and perhaps pass
a special law enforcing the use OF a
special identification documents by all
emigrants to America
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28
MONEY RAISED FOR CLUB.
University Men Subscribe $4,000 To-
wards New Building.

Members Of the University Club last
night gave n smoker 70 stimulate inter-
est in the new clubhouse. which viii Be-
erected in the next year IN the north
western part OF the city
The new home was guaranteed last
night when a committee announced that
contributions were coming IN from all
sources and that it would be only few
weeks before the desired amount would
be contributed and work on the new
building.
old songs were sung and stories ct
college days exchanged A feature was
the singing OF the Harvard Quartet
which Is % give a concert next Tuesday,
ar which President Taft. and President
Eliot OF Harvard University. VII be
present.
The students OF Columbia University
sang the latest songs. At the close OF
the entertainment luncheon was served
and more songs were sung.
More than $1,000 worth Of stock IN the.
new building was subscribed before the.
close Of the entertainment
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28
MRS. TAFT'S NEW AUTO.

added 10 the automobile equip
ment in the White House garage,
and Mrs. Taft. wife OF the PreSI-
dent. Is learning to run "A.
Mrs Taft has already taken
one or two lessons on the mac
RdamiEed road south or the White
House. and expects to be able
soon tn drive the vehicle about
the streets OF Washington
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28
OBSOLETE WAR SHIPS MUST CO.
England VIII Send Ten to Auction
in Few Months.

In Few Months.
London. March H.-Another clean sweep
Of obsolete war ships has been decided
upon by the British navy authorities. No
fewer than ten are to be brought under
the hammer during the next few months.
The vessels ordered 10 be sold are the
first-ciass battle ship Benbow. Of 10600
tons. once famous for the huge Hilton
guns which she carried; the Howe, Col
lingwOod. and Rodney. OF 10000 tons: the
second-class battle ships Edinburgh. g. 40
tons, and Thunderer, 9,33O tons. and some
old training ships Of less Importance.
The vessels mentioned date from 1852,
1884. and 1885. although the Thunderer was
built as far back as 1872 They have long
been familiar names IN the British fleet,
and have done a good deal Of service.
They are hOpelessly out Of date now,
their open gun decks being one OF their
weakest features.
When this batch has been got rid OF
some Of the ships in what is known as
the special reserve VIII be sold. with the
proviso that they must be broken up in
the United Kingdom.
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28

On Tuesday evening George Oakley Totten. T..
VII lecture At the Dissrict Pabic Lib-ary %
Architectural Vienna End C0nstantin0pie.' Tins
lecture VIII BE- the LAST q the season fl the porlar
o0urss conducted a. the Ebl-y under the auspices
q the National SoCsly Of the Fil~ Ara To illus-
trste A. Tottsus lecture there has bess u1r on s1-
hihition on The second hoor q the hh-zry build
ing Collection Of photographs-
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28
RATS OvERRUN ENGLAND.
Statistieian Estimates that Annual
Damage Is Sz5.OOO.OOO.

London, March Z7.-Rats are more nu-
merous and aggressive In England than
ever before, according TO President James
CrichtOn Browne. who spoke on this sub
ject at the first annual meeting Of the
Society for the determination OF Vermin
He calculates that there is one rat 10
every acre Of land in England and Wales.
each rat doing damage at the rate Of a
farthing per day, making e total annual
loss Of S75.OO0.Oo0. and this figure is prob
ably short OF the mark
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28

The determination OF the government 70
press its suit for the dissolution OF the
so-caIled powder trust was made mani
fest yesterday by the appointment OF ad-
dltional counsel William A. Glasgow. 3r..
OF Philadelphia. was selected 10 assist
Special Counsel Scarlet II is likely the
introduction Of testimony by the govern
ment Will be concluded at Chicago the
coming week
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28
churchin submit. Trnde BiII.

London. March 27.-WinstOn Churchill
has introduced IN the House of Commons
the trade boards bill. which is an ad-
vanced scheme Of social reconstruction
and amounts TO the government perform
ing the function Of a trade union IN
certain industries where trade unionism
cannot be organized.
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28
RARE EDITIONS ARE SOLD.
Trial Books Printed for TennysOn
Go to Collectors.

London. March H-Three rarities in
first editions Of Tennyson were sold at
Sotheby's in the second week of March.
his plays OF The Falcon" Qs7a). The
Cup QsSD, and The Promise Of May
QSS2). all uncut and in the original wrap
pers and all trial books printed solely
for Tennyson's personal use, few other
copies being known. Mr.. Quaritch bought
them for $3.50.
At the same sale a fine copy OF the
original calf OF William BIakes Songs OF
Innocence and Experience" engraved and
colored by the author. was sold for S77O.
OF this book there are known to be about
fifty copies, all OF which vary in details
OF the engravings. Blake's work is rap
idly rising in value. and is being eagerly
picked up by art lovers.
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28
CRAzED MAN KILLS SON.

10 Double Tragedy.
Pittsburg March Z7.-Frenzied over do
nestle troubles and drink, Henry Smith.
a motOrman, thirty-One years old. to-
night fred two bullets into his six-year-
old son Richards head. killing the child
instantly. He then committed suicide.
Smith returned 10 his home from work
some time prior 10 the tragedy, but what
transpired between him and his wife Is
unknown Without warning he drew a
revolver from his pocket and hred at HIS
wife. but missed. The little boy ran
screaming 10 the street. Smith pursued
him. caught him AT the gate. and fired
two shots into the child's brain. then
turned the weapon Oh himself
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28
In II ID EEpIosires.

Under the auspaoes x the Terminal Branch q
the Young Nens Christian Assocatson. J. I. Tas-
l0r VII deliver a lecture az the Uuion station 10
Horr0U evening OF Tbs safe transportation q er-
ploSiTes and oths- dauserous articlss The subiecs
has attracted the attention Of railroad men ard
shippers fo years. and the Lecturer has made a
sEscial srudy cf Il, BE VIII portray by means q,
ste-sopticon slides the methods DOW in use % IN
sura safety.
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28
HENRY HALLS CONDITION.
President OF Gridiron Club III at
His Home in PittSburE.

Word has been received by friends IN
this city that Henry Hall. president OF
the Gridiron Club. and Washington cor
respondent for the Pittsburg Chronicle
for several weeks. IS much improved in
health. Is now on q fun diet and IS ex--
pected 10 return here in time 10 attend
the dinner Of the Gridiron Club on
April L.
Mr.. Hall. who Is ifty-three years old.
has been engaged in newspaper work in
Washington for years. He is a lawyer
By profession. and was a member Of the
Pennsylvania state legislature FOR thres
terms he was threatened with Rppendi-
citis. A. present he Is In the HomeO-
pathic Hospital in PittsbUrg.
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28
PORTO RICAN CABLES TAFT.
Labor Organizer Opposes CSmmIs-
sion Now in United States.

San Juan. March 27--santiago bgiesias.
organizer OF the American Federation OF
Labor in Porto Rico. sent the following
cable 10 President Taft to-day
"The American Federation Of Labor. IN
convention assembled. adopted a resOlu-
ton opposing the House OF Delegates
commission, now IL the United States.
which is seeking more political powers.
They represent anti-Americans who de-
feated legislation for the welfare Of the
people. A change I'm the form OF govern
ment would create tyranny. mean hard
ship for the laboring masses, and destroy
American institutions"
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28
GIRL IN CONVENT STABBED.
Republican AgitatOr Uses Dagger,
Then Cuts Own Throat.

Rome, March H.-Napoleone Parboni. a
noted republican agitator, went to-day 10
the Convent OF the Sisters OF Mary and
asked to be allowed to talk with one OF
the school girls, aged nineteen years. The
request was granted. and the couple were
left alone in a room Parboni stabbed
the girl and cut his own throat with
the same dagger. The man died instant
~. and the girl was taken to a hospital in
dying condition Parboni is married
and has a large family.
Recently one Of his daughters, who was
Of the same age and a friend OF the girl
he stabbed. died OF consumption. The
police theory Is that Parboni suspected
the girl Of having communicated con-
sumption TO his daughter.
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28
KING AND COMPANION SHOWN.
Pictures Of Edward VII, However,
Must Have Women ERaced.


Must Have Women ERaced.
Paris. March H.-The Illustration pub
fishes this week the photograph OF King
Edward walking on the parade at Biar-
ritz. BY his side can be seen the shadowy
outline OF female form. the head Of
which is entirely effaced. but the dress is
still visible. the general effect being SINH
lar 10 the so-called spirit photographs.
This, however, is a genuine photograph
The snapshotters at Biarritz have found
out that King Edward objects 20 being
taken" in the company of a lady. He
ignores cameras turned on him when
alone or with male companions but II
his companion should be a woman the
snapshOtter finds one Of the Kings suite
requesting him to destroy the plate or
efface the lady from the negative
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28
SUFFRAGETTES KEEP BUSY.
Militant Ones Start Campaign
Against Opposing Speakers.


Against Opposing Speakers.
London. March 1.-THE suTragettes
had busy week working against Croy-
don and Heckllng, the speakers at the
u-su1ragette meeting.
4 farcical element entered into their
Croydon campaign. When they discovered
one woman registered as a voter they
tried 10 persuade her to use her privi-
lege. even though It had been granted
by mistake. She fatty refused, where
upon the militant ones surrounded her
house and bOmbarded her with petitions.
This was all IN vain. however, es she
merely had card sent out TO them on
which was inscribed; I absolutely re
fuse
The Lancastershire delegation arrived
to-day and expected to see Mr Asquith
They are quite prepared to go 10 prison
for the cause. and II they cannot see Mr..
AsQuith with his consent they Will try
10 see him without.
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28

The Sec-utaries q state. War. Nav and A--1-
culture departments have received a SET of resSlr-
tions from the Domestic Science Association. Fhs
Cabinet 0iczls have 5ccn asked 10 lI,sEer the fol-
lowing questions; H0E many Wouren are employsd
IN your depsrrmenti are the aec0mno6aticns O.
a-Tausrme1ts satisfactCzy, and vhat remedy would
ycu suScestf
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28
HAVE GARDEN ON WAR SHIP
Turkish Sailors show Necessity o.
Fleet Reorganization.

Constantinople. March 27.-From time to
time amazing revelations have been made
regarding the condition of the Turkish
navy, and these must have prepared Ad-
miral Gamble, the British officer intrust-
ed with the task Of the reorganization Of
the fleet for some surprises when he
came to investigate matters. But If there
is any truth in the latest reports he must
surely have been nonplussed by the con-
dition in which he found one Of the YES
sells.
It appears that the Turkish sailors had
turned the whole OF the quarter deck into
a kitchen garden In which an excellent
crop OF cabbages and artichOkes was
fourishing- The crew had become so
absorbed in their gardening operations
that they had entirely overlooked their
naval duties The state OF the vessel
can be imagined.
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28

Loyalty 10 Georgetown and devotion 70
Phi Alpha Delta Fraternity were senti-
ments that prevailed at the banquet OF
TAFT Chapter at the Raleigh Hotel last
night
In the midst OF a forest Of palms
and ferns. the fifty guests drank the
health OF their first honorary member,
President Taft. and thereafter through
the dinner revived memories Of college
days
The background for the feast was ht-
ting and In harmony with the jovial raien
Of the grads In every available space
college flags adorned the walls. and
blended with the blue and gray which was
promiseuously displayed about the table
Sheded with Lamps.
Shaded by tiny red lamps and scented
with roses and orchids. the scene vas
distinctly characteristic OF an alumni
gathering.
Senator Carter. Of Montana. was the
guest Of honor. and his address led the
way for talks by Justice Daniel Thew
Wright, % the Supreme Court: Edwin
Bruce Moore, United States Commis-
sioner OF Patents: Lawrence ". Ledvina.
supreme justice Of the fraternity, and
Michael Colbert. OF Georgetown Uni
versity.
Each chose as his topic some phase q
fraternity life. and all commended the
new chapter ard expressed gTatifeatfoR
az its permanent establishment in Wash
ington.
Bonds OF Friendship.
1T is such institutions as these that
bind the college and university graduates
together with bonds OF friendship mors
enduring than mere attraction 10 alma
mater" said Senator Carter. thus ex-
pressing the keynote OF the evenings
gathering.
Unique IN design. and especially at
tractlve as a souvenir. the menu card
was arranged as law volume. Ths
names Of the national officers were given
first and then the honorary members,
followed By q list OF the active members.
Those Present.
Those present were Hon. Lawrence W.
Ledvina. William Prentiss. jr.; Samuel
Il. Roberts. Edward J. Thelin. Harry P,
DoIau. Il. C. Moran. Paul c. Meier. SEN
ator Thomas H Garter. Justice Wright.
Edwin Bruce Moore. Judge Edwin s. Nc
CalnOnt Gibbs l. Baker. Assistant Dis-
trict Attorney Jesse c. Adkins. Prof.
Charles Z Roach. John Doyle Carmody.
Hugh D. 5. Pettis. c. p Sherwood. c.
Edward CrUmp. Webster H Wilkinson,
John r Lang Julian J. Southerland. J..
Percy Campbell. J. Edward Thomas. ~.
Griffin Mudd. Reginald n HOdgsOnr
Martin c. Cornell. Allen Donald Sprowls,
John T. Smith. Albert p. Ridgway, Frank
/ L Ezrnshaw. and J. Fillmore Warder.
The Washington herald., 1909-03-28
RUSSIA RESTRICTS THE JEWS.
FOrbids American Merchants of that
Race 90 Do Business.

HN4ItF =" DO buNIneSHs
St Petersburg, March 1.-THE Russian
government has rejected the Washington
State Departments application that
American business men belonging 70 the
Jewish faith should be allowed to trans
act business in Russia. The commercial
treaty between the two governments con-
tains clause that citizens OF each coun-
try may travel freely IN the other on
their lawful affairs. Russia's treaty adds
the proviso: Subject to existing regula-
tions-" These regulations prohibit i'm
migration OF foreign Jews into Russia
The American government applied in
the closing days Of ROOsevelts Presi-
dency 20 have the prOviso struck out. The
Russian foreign Office refused the appIica-
ton.