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The Brownsville daily herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1897-1910, 1909-10-14
THURSDAY. OCTOBER "A, 1909
PEARYSP ROOES.

The Peary-Cook controversy is now
something more than a mere asser-
ton by Commander Peary that
Cooks story is a gold brick One
side has been submitted to the pub
lie. The scientists have not given
their opinion, nor can they do so IN
til they are furnished with each man
data. Probably no one doubts that
Peary has done all he claims to have
done: consequently there is compare
lively little interest in the eXamina-
ton of his records.
The only point at issue is whether
Dr.. Cooks claims are equally worthy
of belief Peary presents the testi-
mony of the Eskimos who accompani-
ed Cook on his journey, which, if
true, settles the question definitely.
The story is coherent and plausible
The Eskimos have a clear idea of the
marcnes. the food carried and con-
sumed, the places where the sleeps
We're taken and the time spent there.
Their story may well have warranted
Peary in believing Cooks claim to
be false.
Of course the other side must now
be heard 1t will be said that the Es-
KINDS were persuaded or forced to
tell the story just given out, or it
may even be asserted that it has all
been manufactured. Dr. Cook has
already said that he does not believe
the Essimcs have made any state
ments unfavorable to him, and he is
only waiting for the open season to
bring them down.
But must the matter be decided by
the testimony of two savages? What
of the proofs from observations ia
ken at the pole? Much has been said
of the impossibility of fraud in those
records. Peary's are ready for exam
ination. Cooks will soon be ready but
he acknowledges that he may find
it difficult to convince the scientists
of their accuracy without the instru-
ments so unfortunately left behind.
1t viii be a year before he can pro-
duce instruments or Eskimos Viii
the world suspend judgment .or a
year?
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demonstrated each day that the
Brownsville herald is giving them
the news of the day at least thirty
hours before they can read it in pa
pers brought in from the outside.
We feel sure that with the courtly
Col McLemOre in the easy chair, The
Herald is now entering upon a time
of preater prosperity and wider use
fulness to the community whose do
ings It so faithfully transcribes TO the
printed page. Congratulations to Ed
itor jeff and more power to his pen.
The Brownsville daily herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1897-1910, 1909-10-14

The Herald publishes today on this
page a copy of the map sent out by
the Peary Arctic Club which should
have accompanied its story of yes
terday, giving the history of Cook s
trip as related by his two Eskimos.
Despite our utmost endeavOrs, 1t was
impossible to have the plate made
and brought here in time to be print
ed with the story.
The Brownsville daily herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1897-1910, 1909-10-14

Consolidated in 1893 with the Daily
Cosmopolitan, which was published
in Brownsville for sixteen years.
The Brownsville daily herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1897-1910, 1909-10-14

Entered at the Postoffice, Brownsville,
Texas, as second-class matter.
The Brownsville daily herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1897-1910, 1909-10-14

The Herald congratulates its Cor
Christi namesake upon the evil
& ances Of ma1eual prosperity given
- tfe incorporation of ne Herald
7 bhshtng Company of that city and
is eIecuon % membership in the As
s ciate7 Press. The addition of the
p-ass service ana consequent enlarge
rent O the paper to eight pages will
give at city morning journal to
he prom Of and release Corpus Chris
tins from the necessity of taking pa
pers from other cities in order to get
t. news of the world just as the
people of Brownsville are having it
The Brownsville daily herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1897-1910, 1909-10-14
The BROWNSVILLE HERALD
By Brownsville Herald Publishing Co.

II. J. Slattery Manager
Mrs. Jesse o. Wheeler Editor
Official County and city Journal.
The Brownsville daily herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1897-1910, 1909-10-14
Great Dairy Show.
al to The Herald.

Special to The Herald.
Milwaukee, Oct. 14,-PrOgressive
dairymen of every state of the I'm
ion are manifesting the greatest in
terest in the National Dairy Show
and the Milwaukee exhibition prom
ises TO eclipse anything of the kind
heretofore held. a model working
dairy and herd are among the fea-
lures of the show.
The Brownsville daily herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1897-1910, 1909-10-14
Atrato Canal Project.

Panama, Oct 14-SenOr Urraga,
the distinguished Chilean engineer
and author of the Atrato Canal pro-
ject, arrived here today en- route TO
Bogota for the purpose of obtain
ing a concession from the Colombian
government
The Brownsville daily herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1897-1910, 1909-10-14
GEORGE EDES DEAD.
Had Been Associated With Horace
Greeley and Mark Twain.

BY Associated Press.
Oakland. Cal, Oct. 14-GeOrge
Edes. a veteran newspaper publisher
and editor. died at his home here
last night o. cancer OF the throat
He was SO years old. He was associa-
ted at different times with Horace
Greeley. Mark Twain and other men
of note in the journalistic world
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ARE GOING TO BROWNSVILLE,
Citrus Fruit Down That Way Now to
BE Inspected.

Austin. Tex, Oct 11.-Sam H.
Dixon. chief clerk in the State De
partmant of Agriculture, returned
this morning from San Antonio,
where he parted from Prof H. H.
Hume. the Florida citrus fruit-grOw-
ing expert. and Gilbert Onderdonk,
the Texas genealogical authority after
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Evening star., 1909-01-10
BOYS BRIGADE NOTES.

The new order Of exercises for COM
pany meetings which was issued short
time ago has had trial now in all COM
panies and, as amended by the commit
tee which went over the papers as re-
ceived from the commander-in-c chief. 1t
gives promise of being very successful.
Especially was the success of this plan
demonstrated in some Of the older COM
panies and it is believed that it will be
of very great benefit to the brigades.
The commander-in-chief Friday even
ing rendered a dinner to a number of the
officers of the brigades at the Forest
PRESBYTERIAN Church, Baltimore Md, at
which Col J. Jarvis Butler Of this dfvi-
sion was present. The commander-ln-
chief took occasion to speak upon the ad-
yancement of the brigade work, and other
officers of prominence In the boys bri-
gade also made addresses.
The committee on arrangements Tor
the celebration of Washington's birthday.
of which Chaplain Charles II. Butler Is
chairman, met last night. The arrange
ments and plans for this event are pro-
crossing very satisfactorily. The men,
bers of the committee having this in
charge are Maj. Graham. Commandants
Powers and Horn, Paymaster kennon
and Lieuta. Smith and Sherry.
Evening star., 1909-01-10

Much interest is being manifested by
the Episcopal clergy and laity of the dio-
cese of Washington in historic Trinity
Church. at the corner Of Sd and c streets
northwest, where Rev. DR.. Alfred Canon
Harding will be consecrated Bishop of
Washington st. Paurs day, January 25.
The church. which is flfty-nine years
old, has been the scene Of many historic
events In the Episcopal life Of the Capital
city, and many believe it particularly ap-
propriate that DR.. Harding should have
chosen the edifice for the scene Of his
conservation.
Early Parish History.
The first meeting to consider the organi-
cation of Trinity parish was held in the
old city hall December s. 1926. Jonothan
Elliott. author Of a history Of Washing
ton, presided at the meeting. which was
unanimous in its desire to found the So
ciety. and by the time Of the next meet
ing, April q Of the following year. the
sum OF 500 had been subscribed toward
building the church. The council cham
ber was used as a temporary place Of
worship, the president of the common
council having extended the courtesy
The members elected a vestry and Rev
Henry Van Dyke Johns became the first
rector. The site Of the first church build
ing was on 5th street between D and E
streets northwest. the present location of
a large Office building. The congregation
it being consecrated the following month
by Bishop Richard Charming Moore Of
Virginia.
Rev. Mr.. Johns continued until 1882.
Evening star., 1909-01-10
OF TOLEDO, 700
YEARS OLD, IS COLLAPSING

Special Cablegram to The Star.
TOLEDO. Spain, January 9.-The ca.
thedral is in great danger Of collapse.
The central dome is especially affected and
may fall at any time If not soon repaired.
The government has at last taken action.
The work of restoration, 1t is declared,
will cost $4,000.
1t has long been known that the mighty
Duomo. the glory Of Spain, was in a
dangerous condition, but with the same
faulty and neglect that resulted in the
fall Of the Campanile, in Venice. after
ample warning had been given, little no.
tice or care has been bestowed upon this
triumph of Gothic art by the Spanish au-
thorities. 1t is said now that no time
will be lost In attempting to save the
great edfice.
Built Centuries Ago.
For centuries the Cathedral of Toledo,
one Of the worlds greatest monuments to
Christianity. has stood a model Of Gothic
architecture. It is situated on a level site
at the foot OF ridge extending from the
AicaZa to San Juan de los Reyes, and
upon ground that even as early as the
year 5S7 was occupied by a Christian
temple.
In the year 1927 ST. Ferdinand caused
Evening star., 1909-01-10

William A. Morris of Douglas Memo
rial Chapter was elected president OF the
Washington District Epworth League at
a meeting of the board of control of that
organization held Wednesday. He sue
ceeds Homer A. Seip. who offered his
resignation several weeks ago. after find
Ing that he could not spare the time for
the duties of the league presidency.
The new president is popular in league
circles. having been engaged in active
church work for some years past. He Is
a native of Trenton. Mo, and came to
Washington about ten years ago
He became connected with Douglas
Chapter and has always born a promi-
nent part In its work. having served as
Its president for two years.
The election was held in Wesley Chapel.
Meeting Largely Attended.
Among those present were the district
superintendent, Rev. j. W. r. Sumwalt.
and several of the ex-presidents of the
District League. The board room was
filled to overfiowfns, and it is believed
Evening star., 1909-01-10

Webster and John c. Calhoun. Henry
Clay and Daniel Webster were regular
members of the congregation, while Mr.
Webster was a pew holder
Rev. Richard 2. Williams, the present
rector of the parish accepted the call to
Trinity Church in 1897. He was born in
New Orleans, August a, 1850 and was
New York. 1874. In the following year
he engaged in business on the New York
Cotton Exchange. and for the next fifteen
years was identified with that business
During that time he was also connected
with the Chicago Board of Trade.
DR.. Williams, who was close friend
Of the late Bishop Satterlee. is archdeacon
fof Washington. and stands In the front
rank of the Episcopal ministers Of the
Capital city.
Diamond Jubilee.
Trinity celebrated it's diamond jubilee
April q to May 4. 1902. April 30 being
the date of the seventy-fifth anniversary
of the organization of the parish. The
week was given up to a series Of ami
tors and prominent Episcopal laymen,
formerly communicates at the church
participated. The events were memorable
in the history of Trinity parish. An inn
portant feature in connection with the
celebration was the conservation Of the
edfice by Bishop Satterlee, whom Rev.
DR.. Harding will succeed.
A reception to the Bishop of Washing
ton, the clergy and their families was
held April 2s, 1902, when addresses were
made by Bishop Satterlee, Rev. DR.. r. j.
Keeling, Rev. Dr. Alfred Harding and
others.
Evening star., 1909-01-10
VIEW OF CHANCEL.

when he resigned. He was succeeded by
the Rev. Chauncey Cotton. Several other
ministers were in charge of the work of
the parish until 1917 when the Rev. c. NJ.
Butler took charge. He at once began
active work for a new church editice, and
church edifice upon the proposed new site
at Sd and G streets northwest. 1t was
first the intention of the vestrymen to
build upon the old site, but at the last mo-
ment the philanthropist, William w. Cor
coran, offered to loan the congregation
the money necessary to secure the de-
sired site. and The result was the pur-
ing now stands. The old edifice was sold
to the First Congregational Church.
Present Edifice Erected.
The same architect who designed the
Smithsonian Institution drew the plans
for Trinity Church. The corner stone was
laid in 1850. and the building was COM
pleted short time afterward From time
to time alterations have been made in
the structure, and in the summer Of 1898
changes were made which resulted in the
beautiful interior of the house of worship.
The parish house later erected cost $4,000,
and the parish hail. which, with the lot
upon which 1t now stands. cost $31 .O0O.
The number of communicates is nearly
1000. and the Sunday school has in the
neighborhood OF 400 scholars.
During the civil war the church was
fitted up as an army hospital and used
for that purpose for six months.
Distinguished Worshipers.
Many historical characters have been
attendants at this house of worship,
among them being Henry Clay. Daniel
Evening star., 1909-01-10

that more commodious quarters will have
TO be sought for future meetings if the
interest shown continues during the sea-
son.
E. S. Brashears. first vice president.
presided and received the report Of the
nominating committee appointed to Sc
lect candidates for the office of president.
The report was favorably received, and
the board proceeded to ballot. which re-
suited in the election of Mr.. Norris.
Mr.. Morris was waited upon. and upon
the receipt Of the notification Of his cleo
tion came before the board and made an
extempore speech OF acceptance. In the
course of his remarks he stated that 1t
would be his policy as president of the
league to advance as far as 1t lay in his
power the interests Of the young people
of the Methodist Church. He said he
heartily believed that 1t is to this class
that the church must look for her sup
port in the days that are to come. and
that 1t is the province of the Epworth
League to train the young workers for
the battles and victories of the future
At the conclusion of his address Mr.
Morris was formally inducted into office
by the district superintendent. The re-
ports of officers were presented and
letter from former President Seip read.
urging upon his successor to devote es-
pecial attention to the Philippine church
project, which Is now SO well under way.
another remittance of S1OO. he stated.
having been forwarded to those having
the construction in charge.
Rev. Harry Farmer. local preacher at
Evening star., 1909-01-10
* x SUNDAY Morning Calk X *

need not be many; but they ought to be
not only splendid defenses around a mans
life, but precious with a prize that is
above rubies because fnto such leagues
go the love. devotion and gratitude of hui
man hearts. You have all the friends you
want? That may be; but are you keeping
your friendships in repair? Are you
clearing away Misunderstanding that
arise from time to time? Are you maxi
ing your own contribution to the ce-
menting of the ties?
league with God. Did you ever think
of your life in such terms? You hardly
dare so to think: but If 1t is not true that
we can maintain a fellowship with our
Maker and our infin te Friend, then moth
ing else is true. 'and we move in world
of shame and shadows You never come
anywhere near doing your best until you
have definitely and thoroughly leagued
your life with God.
THE PARSON
Evening star., 1909-01-10

Rev F. w. Johnson has begun a series
of sermons on THE Successful Life" at
Grace Baptist Church, 9th street and
South Carolina avenue southeast. The
special topic for this evening is 1.-The
Foundation of the Successful Life"
The series includes eight sermons to be
delivered upon successive Sunday even
ings.
Rev Father Ignatius Fealy will give a
complimentary illustrated lecture In the
knights of Columbus Hall uext Friday
evening.
This will be the second Of a series of
free lectures to be given monthly in CO.
lumbian Hall. under the auspices of the
knights of Columbus.
Father Fealy will describe "A Three
Months Tour Through Europe. narrat-
ing many pleasurable incidents of a de-
1ightful trip. The instructive and enter
tanning features of the lecture will be en-
HANGED by the introduction of $50 beauti-
full illustrations. Several vocal selections
will be given by Harry T. Maxwell of st.
Aloysius' sanctuary choir.
Rev Father James NJ. Gillis. c. S. P.
president of st. Thomas Aquinas College,
will address the Holy Name societies Of
the District, in ST. Joseph's Church. on
the feast OF the Holy Name. Sunday.
January II. at 7:3O o'clock. The society
will be represented by men from every
parish in the District. and the directors
of the various branches will be present.
Father McGee, pastor Of the Shrine OF
the Sacred Heart 14th street and Park
road. conducted special services Friday.
beginning with mass at a m. and scon-
tinuing until $50 pm. Immediately fol-
lowing the early mass there was a cele-
bration of the solemn exposition, which
continued throughout the day until 7:30
O'Clock. when the impressive devotion Of
the holy hour began. lasting for one hour
The senior choir under the direction of
L. E Cannon, sang 20 Holy Night and
"Adeste Fidelis." A sermon specially pre-
pared for the occasion was delivered by
the Rev. Edward n. Buckley, assistant
pastor of st. Matthew's Church.
During the past week there has been
erected In st. Thomas Church an exceed
ingly handsome screen. 1t Is located at
the west end and is the work of Phila-
delphia firm done under the superintend-
ence of IL. z. Chandler, architect Of st.
Thomas. 1t is made of oak with dark
finish, which shows up remarkably well
I'm contrast with the light color of the
pews. The doors are of oak and plate
glass. The whole weighs 1000 pounds. 1t
is memorial of Miss Sophie D. Went
worth, one of st. Thomas benefactors
who recently passed away.
The Holy Name Society Of St Dominic's
Church. numbering about 900 r,en, will
receive holy communion in a body at the
7:3O o'clock mass in that church today.
The annual election of officers will take
place Monday evening at the meeting to
be held In the parish hall for that pur-
pose and to conclude arrangements for
the celebration OF the Feast Of the Holy
Name.
Local Baptists are interested in the an
nouncement that the Baptist congregation
at Falls Church. Va, has adopted the re-
port OF the special committee appointed
TO consider the building of a new church
To cost S6.O0. Frank Jackson of Wash
ington has drawn plans for the edifice.
which will be constructed of stone.
Revival services at the Metropolitan A.
Evening star., 1909-01-10
Plan Canadian Union.

The joint committee representing tie
Presbyterian, Methodist and Congrega-
tional churches of Canada has lust an
nounced that Its work of deciding upon a
OASIS or organic union OF the three de-
nominations has been completed. The
committee has been at work upon tho
matter for five years. and has provided,
so far as it can tell. basis of union
that will satisfy the people of the three
denominations. not only upon doctrinaI
points, but also upon the puzZling matters
of polity and finance which usually pre-
sent obstacles to interdenomlnationaI
union even if doctrinai matters can be
satisfactorily adjusted.
From the outset of the Canadian move
ment toward union there has been ex-
pressed intention on the part of all par
ties to 1t that there should be no haste IN
the negotiations. The joint committee
has met only once each year leaving
matters Of detail in the interim to be con-
sidered by subcommittee. 1t has now
been decided that action on the matter -
not to be taken by the governing bodies
of the three denominations until the fan
of 1910. This gives nearly two years for
the people of the churches to become
thoroughly familiar with the matter be-
fore they are called upon to ratify or 70
ject the findings of the committee.
Evening star., 1909-01-10
1n I0CAl CnQRGnES

NJ. e. Church, D street between I'd and
Sd streets southwest, are in progress and
good results are being realized. The
services will he continued under the
supervision Of Rev. w. H. Malone OF
North Carolina. who will preach at II
o'clock this morning.
Bishop George Lincoln Blackwell will
preach this evening.
Cardinal Gibbons has notified the local
Catholic clergy that the collection taken
up In the churches of the archdiocese
January II will go to aid the sufferers in
southern Italy and Sicily.
In letter to the local clergy Chancellor
Gaan OF the archdiocese says:
There can be no doubt that these peo-
pie have been visited by the most ap-
palling disaster In the worlds history, and
each day brings forth narrowing details OF
such suffering and hardships that the
heart melts with pity at the mere reading
OF them. But no less memorable than the
catastrophe is the wonderful generosity
that is being manifested by the whole
United States. We have reason to be
proud of our country for her prompt and
warm-hearted response to the cry Of her
afflicted brethren across the sea.
''At this time we are strikingly re-
minded of the prophecy OF Simeon, For
as the sword OF sorrow Is piercing Italy,
heart, noble thoughts OF sublime charity
are being lavishly revealed in the contri-
buttons OF our people
"Exhort with all earnestness her faith.
ful under your charge to do their share
toward the relief of these sufferers. You
are requested to announce this collection
at all the masses Sunday, January 10. as
well as on the day OF the collection
The Brotherhood League OF the Metro
politan Presbyterian Church, corner 4th
and r streets southeast, will hold a meet
Ing Wednesday evening. Gen. A. s. Dag
gett. who was with the American forces
in the march to Peking during the Boxer
uprising. will tell his experiences. Men
are cordially invited to attend.
Evening star., 1909-01-10

the old church, which in the fntervening q
years had passed through many ecclesias-
tlcal Vlclssitudes, to be torn down and
lald the foundation stone of the present
eolfce. The process of building went on
more or less continuously for a period OF
more than 30 years. or up to the year
l493, during which time some of the most
famous architects of the European world
gave their best talents to its construc-
ton.
The General Style.
The chapels, the sacristy and other SUBJ
ordinate buildings date from still later
period. The general style of the ca
thedral is the early Gothic of northern
France, through late Gothic Renaissance
and baroque features bear witness to the
long duration of the famous edifice. It's
total length is 40 feet with width OF
l9o feet. The nave is 100 feet high and
Al feet wide, while the inner aisles are
70 and the outer aisles :}2 feet across The
entire area Is about the same as that OF
the Cologne Cathedral. The main struc-
ture is of granite but the external deco
rations and the interior are in lime
stone.
Among the cathedral bells is the famous
Campana Gorda, weighing nearly two
tons and cast in 1755. This has been
cracked by too violent use of the clam
per. The Gorda is surrounded by eight
other bells. and higher up are two more.