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Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1909-12-27
SMOTHERED TO DEATH
George Jacobson. Fireman at Elec
trio Power Plant Meets His
Death Last Night.

Sometime between the hours of 9
and 10 o'clock last evening, George
Jacobson, fireman at the electric pow
er plant was killed by being smoth-
cred in the fuel bin. Deceased had
been fireman at the plant during the
last IS months. and was thoroughly
conversant with the feeding appara-
tus and it was surprise to the en-
ployees at the plant when it became
known that he was killed. The fires
are fed with saw dust and slabs shop
ped small, and sometimes it becomes
necessary to climb on the feed bin to
clear the shute of distractions. 1t
is thought that he was doing that
when he fell into the bin and was
smothered with swadust. At 10
o'clock the engineer missed him and
after searching in various places,
decided to search the bin, where the
body was found.
Deceased was % years of age, and
unmarried. Efforts are being made
to locate his relatives, before any
final disposition will be made of the
body.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1909-12-27
COOK DIsE0NORED
Explorers Club Brands Story of
Climbing Mt. Mckinley False
and Expels Dr. Cook.

NEW YORK, Dec. 24.-The board
of governors of the Explorers club
met today in legislative session and,
standing in silence, ordered with
bowed heads that DR.. Frederick A.
Cook be dropped from the rolls of
the club, for frauds practiced on it's
members and on the public.
Coming hard upon the heels of the
crushing verdict lately rendered by
the University of Copenhagen, the
action of the Explorers club today
is the result of Independent invest
cations which in no way touched
upon the polar controversy and the
weight of it's disapproval thus he
comes cumulative.
Preliminary to it's vote of expul-
sion, the board met to pass upon The
report of it's committee which has
been investigating the validity of
DR.. Cooks report that he had reach
ed the top of Mount Mckinley. This
committee, including an exhaustive
report, recommended:
DIR. Cooks claims that he ascend
ed to the summit of Mount McKin-
ley in 1906, be rejected by the Ex-
plorers' club as not worthy of cred
ence."
The committees recommendation
was based on it's finding that "Dr.
Cook had repeatedly made statements
that have not been in accord with
facts and that he had entered into
agreements which he has failed to
keep, and that the misstatements and
broken agreements deal not only with
matters appertaining to discovery
but to ordinary transactions, so that
no credence can be given to state
mentS made by him.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1909-12-27
ILLEGAL FISHING

John McCulloch, a pioneer fisher
man residing on the Mox Chehalis
was arrested Friday by Game Warden
Martell for fishing out of season,
and paid a fine of $50. McCulloch
when arrested had four nets in the
river, about five miles above Cos
mopols, which he made no attempt
to conceal. He was surprised when
placed in arrest, saying that it had
always been customary on the Che
halls river to begin fishing a week
before the season opened.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1909-12-27
RAILWAY MAIL CLERKS WANTED
The Government Pays Railway Mail
Clerks $500 to $1,000. and
Other Emnloyes up to $4,000
Annually,

Uncle Sam will hold examinations
throughout the country for Railway
Mail Clerks, Custom House Clerks,
Stenographers, Bookkeepers. Depart
mental Clerks and other Government
positions. Thousands of appoint
ments will be made. Any man or
woman over IS, in city or country
can get instruction and free infN' :
nation by writing at once to the
Bureau of Instruction, 290 Hanllin
Building, Rochester, n. Y. M
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1909-12-27
A HANDSOME HOME

George B. Hopkins has moved his
family into their handsome new
home, on the corner of Eighth and
Broadway. The new house is of the
Colonial style of architecture, AK
SO feet in dimensions, with two floors
and basement, and is heated with
hot water and contains all modern
improvements. The building has
been in course of construction since
early last summer, and is one of the
handsomest and cosiest homes in ABB
erdeen.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1909-12-27
TEACHERS CERTIFICATES
Superintendent Dewey has iss

superintendent Dewey has issued
teachers certificates to the following
applicants from Chehalis county: Ed
ma Bennett. Edna M. Breeding, o.
R. Bond, Anna Dunsmoor, Grace
Culver, Ruth Moir, Minnie Mundt,
Emma Mark, Ollie Fry, Hazel Par
meter, Agnes Piceo, Addie Prince. H
G.. Raettig. Edith Soper, Minnie NJ.
Sweeney, Blanche Violin, Anna War
den, w. r. Stiles.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1909-12-27

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The Washington herald., 1909-07-11
EDITH BRADFORD.
Popular Favorite Returns TO Aborn
Company.

The return OF Edith Bradford 10 the
Aborn Opera cast this week is consid-
cred by the management one OF the fea-
tures OF the summer season. Miss Brad
ford made her initial bow 10 a Wash
ingtOn audience in summer opera. ap-
pearing as Alan-a-Dale in the produc-
ton OF Robin Hood. the OpenIng. opera
OF the Aborn regime az the National two
summers ago. Since that time. Miss
Bradford has been the most popular OF
all the Aborn principals. scoring heavily
THE Seranade." The BIIkado.' The
Beggar Student" II Trovatore. 'sTba
Belle OF New York" 'The Bohemian
Girl The Fortune Teller" Mariana o,
Wang" and others OF the repertoire AZ
the New National Theater
A chorus girl a few years ago. Miss
Bradford's rise in popular favor has
been nothing short OF remarkable A.
an understUdy with the Boston!ans- she
had an Opportunity to assume the roles
played by Jessie Bartlett Davis. and made
an instantaneous hit during the tour ar
that memorable organization. Later she
appeared in the support Of Jefferson de
Angels in The Girl and the Governor
and in number OF important Broadway
productions
1t had been the plans OF Messrs. Aborn
TO bring Miss Bradford 70 Washington
at the opening Of the present summer
season az the National but contracts In
vaudeville. where she was appearing in
"Ctnderella," prevented.
Miss Bradford VIII arrive IN Washing
ton tonight TO rehearse with the COM
Pany for The Belle OF New York, and
will remain for that revival and for
THE Bohemian Girl. " announced as tba
last production OF the summer season.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-11
OUTDOOR ADJUSTMENTS.
Luna Park Changes.

The management OF Luna Park an
nounce several new changes in policy
and attractions which viii probably prove
Of considerable interest TO summer amuse-
ment patrons. For to-day's entertain
ment there VIII be- in addition TO the
usual sacred band concerts by the Amer
lean Regimental Band this afternoon and
night, the best OF motion pictures and
Illustrated songs IN the sirdoune al night.
last opportunity TO see Daredevil White
make his thrilling bicycle ride down
steep chute and then dive into a shallow
tank OF water this afternoon and night
q. 8 and 10 o'clock Commencing to-
morrow, there will be another gift OF the
management 10 patrons this season. for
IN addition 10 the free gate week DAYS.
there Will be free vaudeville from now
on For this week the vaudeville feature
acts viii include Harrison and Force. &c
centric Irish comedians. Chrissie Wal
than. singing soubrette and coon shout
er; Clark Brothers. whisting initatOrs:
the Dupont Sisters. aerial gymnasts. and
the best OF motion pictures.
StiH another innovation will consist OF
throwing open the Luna Park COmpany's
attractions TO children free OF all charge
on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Fri
day afternoons between 8 and 3 O'Clock.
These attractions consist Of the carousel.
chutes, roller coaster. aerial swing. So
cial twirl. and scenic river. The dance
pavilion, stated by the management TO be
the largest and most perfect dancing
floor IN the South continues TO be the
most popular attraction IN the Park. its
elevation and coolness on the warnest
city nights making dancing not only pos
sible, but enjoyable. with an excellent
orchestra IN attendance every night. The
special feature OF the pavilion, the prize
dances on Tuesday and Friday nights,
will be continued. the prizes for the best
lady dancers becoming more valuable
and acceptable each week The trip to
the moon, with its increased ride Of ten
minutes and beautiful Illusion Of a sky
voyage. IS one OF the favorite rides.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-11
THE BELLE" RECORD BREAKER
story OF the Most Successful Native
Work OF Its Kind.

Harry Bronson. son Of Ichabod Bron-
son, president OF the Young Mems Res
cue League, Of Cohoes. y. Y, IS eele-
brating his twenty-hrst birthday and his
farewell 10 bachelorhood, as he Is going
10 be married al noon 20 Cora Angelique.
the Queen OF Comic Opera He IS in
very fuddlsd state when he gets a tele-
gram from his father. stating that he and
the entire Rescue League are coming 10
New York. in order 10 work up a crusade
against vice, and that he NAY expect
them II q few hours This news IS fol-
lowed b. the arrival OF the bride and
bridesmaids, her father, DOC" Snifkins,
and the two counts Rattatoo, each OF
whom want her 20 marry him. This
parry IS followed BY that Of Kissy Fftz-
garter, q dancer, and her friends, who
claim that Harry has trtfed with her
affections, and threaten 70 stop the we'd
ding Harry still further ccmplicates
matters by falling IN love with Fif. his
French chefs daughter, who has been
made up as q candy girl for the occasion.
Cora. however. is bound TO get him. but
at the crucial moment they are inter
rupted by the arrival Of the Z. n. r. l.
led by Ichabod. who, surprised at what
he sees, and the various stories OF the
would-be brides. casts his son of, penn!-
less, and all leave him but Eff, who
promises 10 stick 70 him. Harry. how
ever. falls a victim TO the charms or
Violet Gray. a demure little Salvation
Army lassie. who is known IN the slums
and Chinatown as the Belle OF New
York. and whom Ichabod Bronson. dis
inheriting his son, has made heiress 20
all his money. Harry, without means OF
support. gets a JOB at the soda fountain
IN Smyler's candy store. where Fif finds
him. also Cora and her crowd, who pro-
ceed 70 Interview him for the Morning
F1apdOOdle." Violet Gray. also. who has
made a really lasting impression on his
heart. finds him there and proposes a
plan whereby she hopes 20 disgust his
father, and thus restore him 10 favor
Harry, however, refuses 20 listen 70 the
plan, and they are interrupted by the
arrival OF q German lunatie, whose mis-
sion is 10 XIII ''AIr." Bronson, whom he
does not know. and who has a strenuous
interview with the elder gentleman. ViO-
let ignoring Harry. begins her plan 70
disgust his father. which she attempts
ar Narragansett where, after a vain
struggle to carry Il out. she faints IN
Harry's arms. Harry tells his father all
about IT, and everything ends up happily.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-11
Noted audience at PIav

distinguished audience witnessed the
performance Of The Man on the Box"
at the Theater Royal, Chatham. the
week OF June q. Mr.. Dore Davidson. IN
the one-act play, The Musicians Daugb-
ter" making a special hit The audience
was wildly enthusiastic. The box occu-
pants were Admiral Sir Charles Drurv
G. c. V. o, X. c. B., K. c. l. D.. r n
(comnander-in-chief at The Nore). and
Lady Drury; Rear Admiral C. A Cif-
fard. c. II c. admiral superintendent
Of Chatham Dockyard), Mrs. Giffard
and Miss Gifard; the mayor Of Chatham
and family; Col J. r. Johnson, c. b.
second eonmandant R. N. Z. L: Inspec-
tor Gen c. Pearson. NJ D, II. A. R n.
Hospital; Col. T. F. MacNeece, A. N. S
A. NJ. o., eastern coast defenses; Lieut..
Col. p. L. E. McKerrell and officers. Ar
Eyl and Sutherland Highlanders,
The Washington herald., 1909-07-11
Favershnm and 4eHerod -

When William Faversham puts on Ste
phen Phillips 'Herod" in New York
next October, It Is more than likely
that there viii be an upheaval Of historic
lore. The result VIII be that we will
learn lot Of things that we everyday
mortals never knew-or had forgotten.
Several important points Of history are
sure TO crop up and be thrashed out
anew. For instance-it is generally con-
ceded that Herod the Great was not q
Jew. Those who hold that he was an Is
raelite base their belief on the words OF
Josephus, who said that Herod was
of the stock Of the Jews. who arst
came from Babylum." This theory is M
longer accepted-for Justin proclaimed
that he was "of the hated Phristiae
race" Herod was not chosen by the
Jews. but appointed by Antony and the
Roman senate. Then again you hear
people say that IL could not have been
HerOd who ordered the y assacre Of the
infants Of Bethlehem, for the very
good reason that he died B. c odd
as II may seem-while Herod did die 4
B. Cit was during HIS reign that our
Lord was born. This. at first sight. ap-
pears an absurdity; but is, in point OF
fact. the sober truth. The Christian era
is commonly held 70 correspond to the
birth Of Christ; but this is not accurate
since that event took place four years
before the era now accepted as the com
mencement OF the new epoch in reckon
ing time. So It IS that Christ was four
years old when the Christian era begun
and lived when Herod was King of Ju-
dea
The Washington herald., 1909-07-11
ZINC. Tetrnzrini Annlnuded.

No one could ask for a more entnusias-
tic first appearance in Paris than was ac-
corded Nine TetrazZini on Saturday AZ
ternOOn, June 26. IN the Trocadero. az
the concert for the benefit OF the Con
sumptives' Home at Larne- The vast au-
ditorium was thronged with members OF
the French aristocracy-the fets was IN
der the direct patronage Of the Duchess
de NOaiIes, the Duchess de Guiche. Coun-
tess de Felz, and other titled ladies'
with many English and Americans. ar
fists. journalists. &C. all eager 10 hear
the prima donna, who came preceded
by such a wonderful reputation. There
was some skepticism on the part OF the
French. AS one paper put It: so many
singers come TO US with exaggerated rep-
utations," but hardly had the diva sung
the first phrases OF her first number. the
mad scene from Lucia" when the au-
ditorium resounded with ''bravosr From
that moment It wos q climax OF triumph
for Nine. Tetrazzini. To the numbers
assigned her on the programme. the aria
from Lucia" "Ah, fors e lui," from
''Traviata," and the Polacca from Mig
non." she added an aria from ''Un BalIo
in Maschera," TOsti's "Serenata and
even then the public would hardly let her
go. after she had returned innumerabIe
times to bow and kiss her hands
The Washington herald., 1909-07-11
BeIasco Closes for summer

It Is a matter OF regret that so CAPABLE
and interesting an organization as the
Belasco Theater Producing Company has
considered it advisable 70 close its en-
gagement here for this season. Rarely.
II ever. has a permanent company, con
sidered as a whole, excited such favor
able comment in this city.
The management advance statements
that this company was specially engaged
and selected to create new roles and
present absolutely new productions with
a view TO New York presentation during
Ihe next season was amply borne out
by the work OF these distinguished plav-
ers. In no sense was the project A
money-making venture. for even win
capacity audiences at summer prices. The
expense OF this organization could not
have been met from the receipts.
The Messrs. Shubert announce thai
this plan viii be continued next
spring at the Belasco. but will be start
ed early enough 10 establish a following
before the hot weather commences. Our
OF the three plays presented, the first
was a phenomenal success, and rehears-
ais Will begin early in August for the
company which Will present the drama
10 be renamed The Ringmaster." IN a
Broadway theater in New York. The
other two plays, with very little change.
viii also have metropolitan presentations
with every prospect Of success.
The management OF the Belasco Thea
ter announces splendid bookings for next
season, which will begin early IN the
fall An announcement viii be made in
two or three weeks, and viii include
half dozen European celebrities and
attractions. together with the very best
representative American stars and pro-
ductions. 1t is promised that the Be
lasco Theater bookings VIII make a list
not before equaled in this city.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-11
SUMNER ADJUSTMENTS
OUEOFDOOR ENTERTAINMENTS VIE WITH THEATERS
IN ATTRACTING WASHINGTON CROWDS


It was with genuine regret that fare
wells were said last night 70 the Belasco
Theater Producing Company. which 90
cupied the center Of theatrical attention
In Washington for three weeks. Among
the various reasons for the closing OF the
Belaseo Theater, which gained currency,
was the one 70 the effect that the COM
pany had been kept here on a losing
basis financially. AS already stated in
The Washington Herald Mr.. Lee Shu-
bert, for whose especial benefit the trials
Of new plays by unknown authors were
made. expected no pecuniary return for
the immense outlay necessary 10 give
the plays adequate production. There
fore, the fact that the public response
was not nearly commensurate with the
artistic value Of the company and plays
given, cannot be regarded as a serious
reason for the closing OF the season.
Mr. z. F. Bostwick the Shubert repre-
sentative. who had entire charge OF the
Belasco Producing Company. and who
personally supervised every detail Of the
performances. stated last night that Mr..
Shubert, who Is one Of the busiest man
ayers IN the theatrical business, found
that the tax upon his time to visit Wash
ington every week 10 view the perform
ance OF a new play. was more than he
could very well AFFORD He, therefore.
concluded to move the company 20 Sche-
nectady. y. Y, where an evening spent
in looking over the performance was all
the time necessary for him TO take from
his large business interests.
The original plan Of the enterprise VIII
be continued. viz: the producing Of new
plays, with a view 10 testing their value
before the launching Of the regular
season. So II win be seen that while
Washington VIII suffer a distinct loss,
the gain to the managers VIII be very
considerable. and the object 10 which
they were committed al the outset VIII
be kept in sight. The success. artis-
tically. OF the three Washington weeks
IS undeniabIe That there should have
been selected from the large sheaf OF
manuscripts IN the possession Of the
Shuberts. a trio Of plays with such un-
disputed possibilities as The Son OF His
Father Two Women and a Man." and
Miss Brown. Burglar" Is a circum-
stance that IS truly remarkable. Two Of
these plays have already been decided
upon for early production during the
The Washington herald., 1909-07-11

coming season-in one instance. It Is
understood, a cast has already been en-
gagged. OF the third play. Two Women
and a Man." there is no question OF fits
large possibilities. after the changes, so
obviously needed. have been made.
The Aborn Opera Company. after a sea-
son extending for twelve weeks, have an
nounced the end OF their season for July
"a This company has given pleasure 10
many people who are fond Of light music
during the summer months. and the re-
vival OF classical and standard operas
always has its educational effect upon the
public. Large numbers OF school chill
dren, for whom special matinees were
given. took advantage Of this opportunity
to hear music Of merit There has not
been a cheap or trashy performance in
the whole twelve weeks. On the con-
trary, the productions have been uni
formly good, and considering the time
for rehearsal, easily within the standard
Of the better class OF summer stock
performances.
This exodus from the BeIasco and Ma
tional Theaters viii leave the Columbia
Players alone IN the field OF summer
theatricals. This company has spent
season OF mutual enjoyment and proat
10 both themselves and the public, and
they are everywhere pronounced as the
best stock company Of the kind that
Washington has ever seen A tudicious
selection OF plays should keep this com
pany in town all summer. and. consider
ing the dearth OF amusements IN Wash
ington during the summer season, il is
absolutely necessary that this organiza-
ton should remain. Mr. Frederick
Thompson. who controls the destinies of
the Columbia Players. IS a producing
manager Of high ability, and It is safe
70 say that more complete and perfect
stock productions Of favorite plays have
never been seen here, due. OF course.
to his artistic judgment and knowledge
OF the technique OF the theater. II any
0ne imagines that Mr.. Thompson does
not put IN his full share Of work during
the twenty-four hours. he would be wise
TO peep IN at the Columbia at odd times.
where he viii find Thompson workin.
away without cessation. The result OF
his labors has been the delight OF the
largest audiences that have ever formed
the clientele Of a summer stock COMPANY
IN Washington. WILLIAM OSBORN.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-11
Glen Echo Park

''Ben-Hur," that notable dramatization
Of Gen Lew Wallace's famous book. will
be the Offering in the Hippodrome al
Glen Echo Park, beginning this evening.
The presentation will continue through
out the week. Admission will, as usual.
be free. Edward Morgan. who was prob
ably the most celebrated actor OF the
title role in this great play, viii be shown
IN the principal role. It will be repro
duced with every detail portrayed.
Dancing continues 10 be an attractive
feature az Glen Echo. The big pavilion
is free to the patrons OF the park There
is great diversity OF other anausemen+s
TO be had at Glen Echo Park. There are ex-
cellent facilities for picnic and organiza-
ton parties Cars run to Glen Echo
direct from T street
The Washington herald., 1909-07-11
Nfaude Adm Honnred.

Maude Adams has been elected an hon
orary member OF the Harvard Dramatic
Society in commemoratieB-of he perform
snee OF Joan OF Arc" in the Stadium
last month. As the sign OF membership
she has been presented with a gold medal
On one side is the seal Of Harvard, on
the reverse SIDE the seal OF the Harvard
Dramatic Society and the inscription, TO
Miss NaUde Adams, our first honorary
member" Miss Adams IS now on her
way TO Ireland for a summer vacation
The Washington herald., 1909-07-11
CoIumbia-"when We Were Twenty.
One"

The imp. the soldier man. Waddles. the
doctor. and all the other interesting char
acters 70 be found in that beautiful dra-
matte idyl. When We Were Twenty
one" VIII make their appearance upon
the stage OF the Columbia Theater to-
morrow night when H. Y, Esmond's sue
cessfuI play will be revived by the local
players. Unquestionably one Of the sweet
est comedies before the public to-day.
When We Were Twenty-one" Is espe-
cialy notable as being the play in which
Nat c. Goodwin and Maxine Elliott
achieved their greatest triumphs. not
alone playing TO record-breakng business
In this country. but receiving from the
London public a recogniticl such as had
never before been accorded 10 American
artists by the British people. Himself an
actor, the author, II. Y. Esmond, has
combined TO an unusual degree stage
technique and dramatic inspiration with a
literary style that approaches genius.
The play was first produced in New York
about nine years ago with Mr.. Goodwin
as Richard Carewe and Miss Elliott as
Phyllis, and until recently has been re-
tained IN Mr.. Goodwin's repertoire as a
never-failing certainty upon which to