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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01
MIDDIES TO PLAY GEORGETOWN
Fast Basket Ball Contest to Be Held
at Naval Academy

ANNAPOLIS. Md. January 1.-The
management of the basket bah team of
Georgetown has accepted the challenge of
the midshipmen for another contest TO be
played at the Naval Academy tomorrow
afternoon. Saturday was the date fixed
for game with the Columbia Univers ty
quintet, but the New Workers asked for
q postponement OF the contest
The Middies promptly invited George
town to fill the date. and since the Blue
and Gray was defeated here two weeks
ago by the narrow margin of one point
they eagerly accepted the challenge. \
great game is anticipated when the teams
meet.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01

Sar Ben, 1903 iScoville>. IS 10 ., third. Iime
l. ~ So. Hampton Beauty, The Vicar and sem
pruni also ran g., ,-,, ~
Fifth race mile-Em and Ean, IA heogh, 10
to / won: Military Man, 1l2 tRusselD. to |.
second: Standover, 1903 tNotterl. to ., Ihlra-
Time. l Al 30 Little Minister, Etapa trust.
Rhinock, Charles Green Waroeh h'n' oe'ei''
and Mrs O'Farrcll also ran. ~ -.
Sixth race. five fur;ongs-Cloudlight, lo9 Not
teri 4 to /. wen; DESTROYS. 104 theogni' 10
sac,nd. Racopteur 104 tScovilleD, 10 to D,
third Time, 30 3-5. +. Nugent. Transmute. Ber-
nardo Dangerous Girl, Jim Gaffney and Sainwa
alS0
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01
FAST BASKET BALL.
Georgetown Quint Defeats CAROLS,
"a RI 27

The Carroll Institute five were defeated
by the Georgetown bask' ball team last
night by the score of IS TO 81. in the
Ryan gymnasium. Capt. Rice decided
that it would be best TO arrange 4 game
so that he would have his team in the best
of condition, because of the match be-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01
AMATEUR ATHLETIC
UNION REGISTER
Large Number of Athletes
Join South Atlantic Branch
During December.

The following named athletes have been
registered in the south Atlantic branch OF
the Amateur Athletic Union during the
month of December. 1908. according to the
report of DR.. D. E. Wiber, chairman of the
registration committee for this district:
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01

same information would be picked up by
each ind yidual by laboriousiy searching
out the various persons who might be abi'
to afford it. constitutes a device or an APP
paratuS for gambling"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01

Mike Donlin confirms the report that he
may not be with New York next year.
I told McGraw in New York last Satur-
day night" said he, that I'd have to
nave more money to play left field for
New York next season: / gave him my
figure and he promised to let me know
when we reach Cincinnati. I'm willing
to play with New York next season if
they come to my fgure-if not, Ill stay
ON the stage
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01

'Bowerman's next proposition will prob
ably he for a trade of MCGann for
Mathewson. humorously remarks j New
York scribe.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01

Just because New Workers have referred
q John McGraw as the David Harum
Of base ball. the st. Louis peop.e are call
.ng Roger Bresnahan the Moses who
will lead the st. Louis Cardinals out of
the wilderness. But Bresnahan will find
a mighty thick growth of bullrushes in
st. Louis.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01

The Wilkesbarre Club, of the New York
State League. has been sold to James s.
Monks. George J. Stegmaier and William
j. Clymer. Monks has been the principal
owner of the club. Mr.. Stegmaer is u
brewer and newspaper man. and Mr.. ely
mer is the manager of the Columbus
Club of the American Association.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01

The price paid for the Chicago National
League clubs park was SlJ0,m0. accord
ing to the deed recorded at Chica go yes
terday.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01

ST. Louis is still trying to trade off
George Stone. Lack of aggresSiveness
and a poor throwing arm have kept this
man from becoming strictly hrst-class
ayer.-Detroit Times.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01

tween the Blue and Gray five and the
Middies tomorrow afternoon.
From start to finish the game was a
brilliant one. the work of the Blue and
Gray boys being fast and clever. espe-
cialIy the signal work done by that team.
Their lead was never taken throughout
the game.
Although the Carroll Institute five suf-
fered from lack Of practice. they certain y
made plucky showing against the oth r
side. The throwing for goal was good,
but the Georgetown team more than made
up for this by its great defensive work.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01
Kelley Says "Show Me.

Joe Kelley is another petitioner. lie
wishes to know if a baseball contract Is
binding on a club owner Kelley had an
''ironclad" two-year contract calling Tor
$500 d season, from the Boston cluh-
There was no ten-day release notice
clause. President Pulliam of the Ma
tional League helped to draw up that
document and Witnessed the signature
1t looks like Kelley can collect anotheF
wears salary from Boston without bat
ting an eye N the service of the club. But
the national commission is likely to s.de-
step Kers appeal. Several years ago
Patsy Donovan, lately deposed as man
ager of the Brooklyn club, tried 10 COT
lect a claim aaanst the st. Louis club
for unpaid salary and was informed that
the commission was not COLLECTION
agency" although the merit of the claim
was not denied
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01

Frank Bowerman says he will play on
first base for the Boston Nationals next
year.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01

Nov that Joe Kelley has lost his job
with the Boston Doves. it's wonder that
President Ebbets of the Dodgers doesn't
sign him up for the leadership OF his
club. lie might go further and fare
worse.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01

t;oals-Schlosser a. tioggins (5'. Rice to', q.
Collifiowcr a., ]. Colliower. koiiher tol LIN
das ca. IIllIrith a. and Fuse. Free toss use.
Referce-Mr Joyce. Time OF halves-2e min
utes each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01

There is clique of professors a the
University of Wisconsin who are trying
to have base ball discontinued at that
institution. giving no sane reason for their
efforts. They might as we'll try to keep
the sun from rising in the east each morn
ing.
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Donovan's Case.

Donovan had a contract calling Tor
S9,O0O-it was during wa rtimes, and he
had been offered big money by the Amer
lean League-but he never got all OF his
money. Included in the $1,000 was
bonus of 81 900 for signing. Donovan took
two notes for $500 each from the Robisons
for this bonus the notes maturing the ioi-
low ng May. He was paid at the rate OF
S.. 600 a season. receiving a check ior
something like 500 every two weeks
Early in the fall Donovan contracted
malaria and was away from his team for
weeks at a time. He drew no money.
and the season ended with the Roblsons
owing him. about $500 besides the two
notes which had matured but We're still
unpaid. Donovan waited for his money.
knowing that his employers We're hard
pressed Early in February he was Of
fered a small contract for Charlie Nichols,
who had been engaged as manager Dono-
van did not sign. claiming that his &C
counts with the Robsons should be set
tied first.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01

Now Rube Waddell has Joined the foot
ball ranks. He will play tomorrow at ST
st. Louis team against the Chicago
eleven. It. woatd not be surprising any
day 10 hear that ''Wad' was going to
try airship navigation. for then no bat
ters would be able 10 touch him. and he
either
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01

President Coniskey of the Chicago
Americans strongly denies the report that
Nick Altrock is to be released Although
the southpaw had bad season this past
playing term. the white-haired Windy
City magnate is confident that he will
be as effective as ever next year.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01
Kelley Will Collect.

Whether Donovan was worth big sal
airy or not did not enter into the merits
OF the case. He had the contract, and
that was enough. I saw the document
and the figures written therein. this
is not a tale constructed of ''hearsay''
evidence Joe Kelley has a contract and
if he doesn't get his money he stands Il
fine chance of collecting it in Il court of
law The national commission probably
will tell Kelley that he and Dovey must
settle the matter.
Kelley will get his money. --.e differ
ence between Kelley and Donovan is that
Kel is aggressive and ready TO fight for
his rights. while Donovan held back and
mGut
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-01-01

a return bout the matchmaker OF the
NOnparcil Club lost no time in signing
Ham
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19
REAL ESTATE ADVERTISEMENTS.
OUR BEST BARGAINS.

A beautiful six-room modern brick residence on North Fourth avenue. the best location in Phoenix. This is one of the most substantially built homes in town; has screen porches. a good stable in the rear. nice lawn around the house and plenty of shade. Very desirable and bargain. Part cash. balance per cent. Price, $3,SOOOO-
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19

A good four-room portable house. well furnished and situated on 5e- foot lot. Must be sold this week. Price, S1,750.00.
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19

We have listed with us for sale three first-class properties. all well improved and in good condition which we can offer you with payment of s5OO.OO down and the balance the same as rent. The prices range from sl, 10000 to $3,0OO.O0.
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19

A nice five-room cottage with bath. electric light. gas. screen porches. good stable and lots of shade This is nicely located and will sell for Sl 900 % cash. Price, S2,250.G0.
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19

WE HAVE one of the finest 1O-acre nropOsitions you ever saw. all in alfalfa. good house. Page fence. good well. out buildings. plenty of fruit: you can make a good living on this. Buy 1t now and stop paving rent. You can raise poultry enough on this place to pay it outN Long time on deferred payments. Everything to do with on the place. See us
 GREENE & GRIFFIN
 Real Estate 6 investment Go.
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19

10 acres on South Center street. near the new bridge. all in alfalfa and fuU water rights. Will sell on good terms. Price, SS.000.00.
 acres on North Center street which can be subdivided and sold in to lots This is an excellent invest ment and the right party will double his money. Price. $4.000-O0.
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19

20 acres near Alhambra. all fenced and improved with a good twO-room house. Also a fine well and pump This property is nearly all in alfalfa. has full water rights, etc; also a young orchard. Price, S4,OOO.OO.
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19

tononino A A. L., Q, N. A. w. Dunbar G. F. K M. H. \. c. T. B. T. IT, X z x G. X r 1o 2o
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19

HOUSES AND LOTS FOR SALE
 4-ROOM BRICK. West Mckinley St. s2OO cash. and monthly payments. Groom .& Barrett
 BROOM BRICK. Montezuma Ave. gas, shade and bath nice lawn. Home-like place; price s2O00. Terms, $500 cash and S33 per month.
 SUBURBAN modern home on acres ground on 7th St. one block from car line Price s3500.- Terms to suite you Groom & Barrett Phone Main 449-
 FRAME HOUSE close to Five Points. $50 cash and balance monthly. Groom & Barrett.
 BROOM BRICK on East Jefferson St shade etc Good repair. Price S12O0. terms $500 cash and $lO per month. Groom & Barrett
 IF THESE don't suit you we Nhave oth- CTS or will build you one where you want it on easy payments. Groom & Barrett s North First Ave.
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19
AUCTION

~-~~~~~--~--@~--0-
 AUCTION SALE. Wednesday. l:3O D. in, at 23 :. lst Ave. Arizona Auc- tion House 5o00 dishes. tubs, stoves, sewing machines. lamps. upholstered goods, saws, scoop shovels and other articles too numerous to mention. La dies especially invited. w. w. Hutch inson. Auctioneer, w. W. Dean. clerk.
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19
STABLES AND coRRALs.

-~~oO~~-~-N~~-~O-N~~N-~-~~
 HIGH-HEADED. tOppy drivers. plenty of style and speed. fashionable buggies and surreys. Center Street Livery. 235 x. Center. A. l.. FranKforter. Phone Main 3l.
 PALO ALTO STABLES for swell hacks and seaters. buggies and showy saddle horses. Stevens & Wiggins. Phone Main =. 4th Ave. between Adams and Washington.
 ON CALI.-HACKS-O CALI-Gold- en Eagle Stable Tel Main 5l. Busses. Ambulance, Livery.
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19
FOR sALe-REAL ESTATE
FOB SAl z

FOR SALE.
 300 ACRES one mile from Peoria sta ton. all in grain last season. fenced. flood water. Price $50 per acre. Extra good terms.
 40 ACRES three miles from Glendale. some in alfalfa, rest in grain. fenced, regular water. Price s125 per acre. 10 ACRES three miles from city. all in alfalfa; small house. Price S250O. 10 ACRES orange land. five miles northeast of city. Orange groves on ev- cry side: sandy soil: very level. Price s2lO per acre. Terms, only $500 down and balance on easy terms.
 FOR RENT-Very desirable furnished siXrOom modern brick house in fine To- cation.
 THE H. |. LATHAM CO.,, Acams Hotel Bldg, 1f5 North Center St.
 Offices Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale.
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19
FOR SAIE-REAl ESTATE.

GREENE GRIFFIN Real Estate & investment O., 127 North Center St.
 $50 DOWN. balance like rent. buys y room frame and screen porch; has clty water: shade; one block of car inc. northwest part of town. Price SS0O.OO. s2sO DOWN. balance $500 per month. buys new 5-room cement block house, close in; good shade. and bargain at s2,O0e.OO.
 $500 DOWN. balance any time. buys a good 5-room house and lot l00xl35; line shade; lot is well fenced and on the car line.
 $500 DOWN for cosy new 5-room brick in Evergreen Place. House is modern and a good buy at sSlSO.eO
 WE OFFER for few days beautiful new 5-room bungalow, modern in every respect and has never been occupled' change of occupation compels the owner to sacrifice for s2600.OO; part cash will buy
 GREENE & GRIFFIN Real Estate & investment Co.,, 127 North
 Center St.
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19

If it is Real Estate we have it.
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19
PAINTING

PAINTER-Herc for good. here to stay: here for business Collyer. the painter. Paint your house. hang your paper: tinting walls q speciality; work guaranteed: bonds. references and esti- mates furnished. J. NJ. Collyer. The Moss, 401 W. Washington. Phone Black s392.
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE $40 ACRES at s70 per acre-can be sold in halves or quarters.
 160 ACRES-Can he sold for s20O0 down balance long time. Seller will buy back after four years at the same price if purchaser desires.
 TWO 2O-ACRE TRACTS close in. A snap if taken at once
 LOTS in all parts of town at the best prices. Also country property. It is our speciality to keep track of all snaps for the benefit of our customers. Furnished and unfurnished houses for rent.
 w. K. JAMES REALTY CO.
 37 N. Center St.
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19

wANTED-Middle aged lady wishes position as housekeeper for or gen tlemen or widower with small family Good references. Address A b. care Rer ihlican
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19
FOR SALE-REAI ESTATE. GREENE 6 GRIFFIN Real Estate 6 investment Co.,, f27 Nortl
 Center St.

 s225 FOR 5Ox1S5 foot lot on Grand av- enue in the city limits. Three days at this price.
 ONLY $500 for a desirable east front lot 5oxli0. on North Second St. Part cash will buy.
 $50 DOWN. balance to suit for a good lot on N. Sixth St. Price s425.O0 FIFTH AVENUE lot, 75x137 I-2 east front. only Ss0OO0. Part cash will buy. CENTRAL AVENUE LOT. 75x135. in the best section. only s1700. Half cash. sfO0 FOR an east front lot. 50x279. on the Indian school car line. Only two left at this figure. sz5 down. balance to suit.
 GREENE & GRIFFIN Real Estate & investment Co.,, 127 North
 Center St.
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19

SPECIAL BARGAINS. 1 ACRES. with one good modern house and 14 cottages. The most modern and up-to-date sanitarium in the valley. See THE HUSTLERS for price and terms IF YOU are looking for a well i'm proved aCres,- good location. sandy loam soil. and ideal home. and must be sold at once, see THE HUSTLERS. IF YOU don't want to buy 40 acres of fine sandy loam soil. don't ask us to show you one we have. as you will sure ly buy If you see it.
 A VERY nice 5-acre home e-room bungalow. Good well. This property is northeast of city. For trade or sale by THE HUSTLERS.
 COSTLEY 6 THOMPSON,
 Real Estate Exchange.
 3t West Adams.
Arizona republican., 1909-10-19

wANTED-By refined lady, position as saIeslady or in the alteration depart ment can. work anywhere, experlenGeu' best references. Address M. F., care Re
The National tribune., 1909-07-01
Monument to Henry Clay Work.

June II the monument erected in
Spring Grove Cemetery. Hartford
Conn.,, in memory of Henry Clay Work,
was dedicated. with United States Sem
ator Bulkeley making the principal ad-
dress. The monument. which was erect
ed by subscription, consists OF a granite
pedestal, surmounted by bronze bust
of Work Henry Clay Work was born in
Middletown. Conn.,. Oct. 1, 1882. but
was taken by his parents to Illinois.
near Quincy. His father was a sIrong
Abolitionist and put in prison for his
part in operating the underground rail-
road. He learned the printing business,
but song writing was his constant rec
reation. His first great success was
Kingdom Coming This was followed
by Babylon Is Fallen Song of
Thousand Years." Marching Thru
Georgia" and Wake. Nicodemus"
These all had immense sales, but
Marching Thru Georgia" was the
greatest favorite. ard is destined to live
as long as the Nation does After the
war Mr.. Work wrote a number of songs
of much popularity. most of them on
temperance. The best of these were
Come Home. Father" king Bibler's
Army" His Grandfather's Clock"
"Phantoms' Footsteps" and the Lost
Letter." all of which had extraordinary
sales. His life was saddened by the in,
sanity of his wife, who died in an asy-
lum in 1888, and he followed her year
later. His grave has always been re-
membered by the comrades on Memo
rial Day.
The National tribune., 1909-07-01
Death Of Can't. R. S. sommers.

Capt. Rudolph s Sommers. well
known In Grand Army circles in New
England. and especially among the VOL
unteer sailors. died suddenly on Memo
rial Day Just after he had finished his
work OF decorating the graves of de-
parted veterans. He was accompanied
in his work by a 10-year- girl. and
as they left the cemetery the Captain
suddenly fell to the ground. Medical
aid was brought. but 1t was too late.
Capt. Sommers was born in Copenha-
gen, studied Latin and chemistry to be-
come an apothecary, but the sea called
him. and he sailed for number OF
years. He was strongly attracted &c
the United States. and Joined our Nav,
in 1861. At New orleans he was II
charge of a portion of the mortar fleet
and was promoted to Acting Ensign
Later he became a Master in the Nav,
on the steamer Tacony. and held tina
position when the war ended. He wa.
given several mentions for gallantry
After the war he settled in Franklin
Mass, going into the manufacture o
soap, which he continued at until fev
years ago. when he retired. He became
member of Franklin Post. and was al
active worker in it. He was also a Ma
son, a member of the United Workmer
and of the Kearsarge Association.
The National tribune., 1909-07-01

at Gettysburg. Commander McCaus-
land responded in a stirring address.
Augustus w. NcCausland was born
in Gardiner in 1874 Of old New England
parentage. He enlisted in the 18th Me-
mental flag thru all its stirring service
until Gettysburg. He was one of the
$40 members of the regiment who sue
ceeded in cutting their way out of the
surrounding rebels at Gettysburg, but
on the next day was struck down by
piece of shell plowing along his left
thigh. He lay two days and nights in
the awful fire without his wound being
attended to, and he spent the next IL
months in bed recovering from his
wound. He was then discharged as un-
fit for further service. Returning home,
he started in business, was very success
full, and in 1871 formed the Oakland
Manufacturing Company of which he
became and remains the head. He en-
tered the Grand Army in 1868. and has
been in active work for the Order ever
since. He has held all the offices of his
Post was a member of the Council of
Administration under Commander-in-
Chief Lawler. was Assistant Inspector
General under Commander-inChi
Torrance, was Aid on the Staff of Com
mander-in-Chief Veasey, and has been
delegate to five National Encampments.
At the same time he has been in every
thing to develop his native town, and
for six years. was President of the Gar
diner Board of Trade. During that time
two great carnivals were instituted.
which proved to be of much service In
promoting the industrial development
of the city of Gardiner.
The National tribune., 1909-07-01
MUSTERED OUT.

EBY.-At Marion. kans., March %. E. ".
Eby. Of the l07th H.. and Adjutant Of Pol.
lock Post for 10 years. He was also an Odd
Fellow and Mason. He was Go years Old
and served his country three years.
GREENw00D--At Sioux City. Ia. April
2oth. Of nervous prostration, Leslie Greens
wood. l4Sth Ill. Comrade Greenwood was
and young 10 be received In the army In the
early part OF the war. but served for
while as officers clerk and then was
mustered into the 14sth H.. In which he
served unui the close of the war. He grad
nated from Lombard University. became a
cnarge OF educational work In Chicago. For
many years he was auditor for the Farmers
Loan ana Trust Company. and at the Tina
OF MS death was Quartermasier Sergeant Of
I've member for many years. He was q
warm hearted. genial Christian man, ever
ready TO do kindly acts.
FooTE.-At Kalamazoo. Mich, June s,
Charles E. Foote. aged 6s. Comrade Foote
served In Co. d, Sd " Y. Cav, and was
Post Commander OF orcutt Post. G. A. r.
HOLMES. Suddenly. at his home In
Kingston. n: Y, Jan. "a, Hiram Holmes.
aged %. Comrade Holmes served from
May. 1861. to March. 1866. first In Co. d,
list n. Y, being promoted 70 Second Lieu
| tenant Of Co. of that regiment, and q
second enlistment In the Veteran Corps.
COmrade Holmes was charter member Of
| Pratt Post, G. A. R.. and is survived by Q
| widow and two children.
| HoLLANDER.--At Marblehead Neck,
Mass, May &c, Louis P Hollander, aged
IS. Comrade Hollander served in Co. ID,
18th Mass, but was prevented by Hlness
| from completing his full term. he was one
OF Boston's most successful merchants and
is survived by a widow and three cbcildren.
The National tribune., 1909-07-01

nior Vice President and Past Depart
ment President of Missouri; LydN M.
Lewis. Past Department President of
Vermont, died Jan. 10. 1909; Elizabeth
Means. Past Department President of
Illinois. died March 4, 1909; Flora
Wulschner. Past Department President
of Indiana, died April IA. 1909; Annie
NJ Warne. Past Department President
of Massachusetts,. died May IA. 1909;
Ella L. c. Dwinell Past Department
President of Colorado and Wyoming.
with a deep and abiding sorrow we
announce the death of the following
Army Nurses, whose sanity ministra-
tions to the wounded and dying soldiers
have enshrined them forever in our
hearts: Mary Cotton, member of A.
A. Dwinal Relief Corps, 81. of Maine:
Belle Berger. member of ]. w. Nesmith
Relief Corps. II. The Dalles. Ore; Flora
L. Sterling, Helena, Mont"
The National President announces
that General Orders. No. 8, giving full
details and appointments for National
Convention, will be promulgated not
later than July IL.
The orders are signed by Mary E.
Gilman. National President, and coun-
tersigned by Maria w. Going, National
Secretary.