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Evening journal., 1909-09-08
PEARY SENDS WORD
TO HIS WIFE

BY United Press Leased Special Wire
PORTLAND, Maine, September S.
Mrs Robert Peary today received the
following message from her husband
sent from Indian Harbor Labrador:
Delayed by gale. Don't worry about
Cook. Esquimos say Cook never left
sight OF land Tribe confirms, meet me
at sydney
(Signed) Bert
Mrs Pesry starts for sydney tomor-
row.
From the little parlor suite OF the
sydney from which point Of vantage
overlooking the bay she has watched on
half n dozen previous occasions, Mrs.
ROBERT L. Peary win again await at
Sydney, y. S. the return Of her husband.
on previous occasions she waited to
console her husband for his failures
but this time she Is going to rejoice
In his success. Her rooms at the Hotel
sydney have been reserved for her and
it Is there. alone with her children
from which point she will be able tC
see the Roosevelt steam up thebay
that the wife viii first greet her hus-
band as he comes ashore.
"Then / viii try and claim him my
self for a few days" said Mrs. Pear
today "and unless the public snatche
him from me / hope to bring hin
back here 20 our home on Eagles Islan
until he has a few days TO rest up be
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
POWDER NEARLY
BLINDS YOUTH
John A. LawIeSs Touches
Fire to Explosive he Finds
Near Powder Plant
BADLY BURNED ABOUT
BODY. WILL RECOVER

Setting fire to a quantity OF black pow
der he found in a kog John a. Lawess,
aged fourteen years, son OF Thomas Law
less, Of Henry Clay was badly burned.
and II was said to-day that it would be at
least two months before he would fully re-
cover.
The boy nearly lost his sight Had il not
been Tor glasses he was wearing both eyes
would have been burned.
The entire right arm and the right side
Of the boys face was badly burned, After
the accident he walked from near the
school woods 10 his home at Henry clay,
suffering intense agony all the way. Dr.
John Palmer Jr, was summoned and he is
now attending the unfortunate youth.
Young Lawloss was walking along the
woods near the DUPONT powder plant on
Sunday when he found tic powder keg
lie learned that there was powder in the
keg and pouring it in a heap in the road
set a match 60 IT,
There was a binding fash as the powder
went Off and the boy reeled backward anc
foll into the road. lie recovered however
and hurried home
Lawless was 10 have entered the Sales
ianum at Eighth and West streets thi'
week to begin his studies,
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL

lokon Gold declared an initial quar-
teriy dividend OF ? per cent or 10 cents
a share, payable September 3d. TO stock
OF record September II. Books reopen
october ~, This places the stock on an
> per cent per annum basis.
Great Northern reports an August
gross increase OF SQaS, $50.
Latest adyiccs indicate that certain
pool plans we're upset by the Hartman
developments. Preparations had been
did not come on on account of the unfa-
cier.
National Cinners. cotton ginned up to
september lst, 3iI,552 bales.
G. l. Hudson & Co, said this morning:
ed a slight recovery but can be attrib-
utter 10 nothing more than buying or
ders from this side TO cover shorts put
out early yesterday on the news OF MT.
Harriman's serious condition. The lat
est reports from Arden show that the
fnancier's condition Is ever more pre-
carious than earlier news indicated. Some
of Mr.. Harriman's closest friends eN-
press grave doubts as to his recovery.
This feeling Is morally certain to bring
we continue TO urge great. caution IN
buying them. As to the balance OF the
list. II Is likely TO gradually break away
from the Hartman Influence and the
medium priced shares ought 10 be r.
conservative purchase on every sharp
din. Business conditions are becoming
better every hour, railroad earnings are
evcrything they should he and wherever
a weak spot existed a twelve months, II
Is being remedied by hetter mana cement.
This point Is brought out strongly by the
Missouri Pacific report OF yesterday,
showing a very large increase In gross
but application Of round sums to up-
building of the system
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
WASHINGTON
IS WAITING
Preparations For Dinner to
Both Cook And Peary Are
Called off

Or. willis l.. Moore, chief Of the weather
bureau and president Of the National Geo
graphic Society, made this statement
when shown a copy Of Commander Peary's
despatch to the United Press concerning
the claims Of Dr, Cook Further than this
Dr. Moore declined TO make any comment,
except 20 call attention TO yesterdays
action Of the board OF managers Of tho
society.
Professor Henry Cannott superintendent
Of the United states Geological Survey
and a member Of the board. said:
II am skeptcal about pr. Cooks claims
myself. There are good reasons Tor skep-
ticlsm. Many English scientists do not
seem TO be At an satisfied with Dr. Cooks
explanation OF course, I do not want 10
he quoted as saying that Or, Cook did
not discover the pole; that would not be
fair But I want 20 walt for proof before
admitting anything in the natter
The question Of governmental recogni-
tion OF Commander Pearys exploit. pre-
vided he proves his claim Of discovery Of
the North Pole, IS being discussed to-day
IN Washington.
Congress may present him with medal
and q may increase his rank TO that OF
captain n can not make him rear admiral
for there is no such rank In The civil ensi-
neers corps IN which he holds his commits
sion. IN addition 10 this possible honors
It IS likely that President Tan and the
Secretary Of the Navy win comend him
IN official letters.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
VETS WIN A LEGAL
VICTORY IN BRISTOL

BY United Press Leased Special Wire.
BRISTOL. Tenn. Sept. S.--What is re-
sarded as a victory for the "wets" is con-
tanned IN decision handed down by Judge
Kelly who declared that NJ. A. stull, for
1. years a resident Of Bristol, Tenn, is
a legal voter In Bristol. Va.
Bristol is half in Tennessee aud half
IN Virginia, and necessarily there are two
different governments for the city. The
Bristol. Tenn, side is dry" because the
whole state is dry. The Bristol. Va. side
has been dry until recently under a local
option election. In the recent election,
however the Virginia side voted wet"
Tho 'drys' contested declaring many res
idents Of the Tennessee side of the town
had voted on the Virginia side and turned
the course Of the election.
Judge ISelly's decision Is regarded as a
blow al the 'drys" and Il Is confidently
believed Bristol, Va, will soon begin
. aniing licenses TO the liquor men.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
SHIP ROOSEVELT
SAILED TODAY
Time Of Peary's Arrival at
Sidney, Cape Breton Un-
certain

BY unlted Press Leased Special Wire
SYDNEY, Cape Breton, Sept S-The
time OF the arrival OF the Roosevelt bear
ing Commander Robert T.. Peary, at sgd
noy, IS a matter Of speculation to-day.
message from Indian liartor says
that The vessel did not sal from there
until this morning, It's immediate destina-
tion WAS not stated. Poary originally IN
tended going direct from Indian ilarbor
10 Chateau Bay, IN order to q e detailed
story OF his finding CT the North Pole at
the telegraph Office at Chateau Bay. how
ever, that has been abandoned and the
nearest telegraph office he can reach Is at
Red Bay, % miles southwest OF Chateau
Bay II Is presumed that the Roosevelt
viii put into Red Bay.
II IS probable that the stretch from Re,
Bay TO sydney win be made without 1
I stop and the vessel should arrive here no
later than Saturday In case the weather 3
1 favorable.
The Straits OF Belle Is.o report rougl
seas. which make II impossible 20 do NOR
than approximate the time OF the com
mander's arrival here
The city Is already nlling up with Wis
ltors attraoted by tho news OF Peary's
coming. Newspaper men from all over the
United states have telegraphed for ho-
tel accommodations and the scenes that
greeted DR.. Cook when he landed in
Copenhagen arc to be duplicated here.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
DEDICATE new
CLUB HOUSE
Italian Democratic Club
Members Have Gala Time
After Building Key is
Delivered

Gaily bedecked in Italian and American
flags, the new club house Of the Young
Mems Italian Mutual Democratic Club,
Eighth and Lincoln streets, was dedicated
this morning after parade that aroused
the Italian colony. Ceremonies in which
prominent American. as well as italian
residents will take part will be held this
afternoon. Mayor Spruance will be among
them.
The dedication this morning began with
an assembly of Italian societies at the
old club house, No. 1717 West Eighth
street. Led by Gattls Band, several hum
dred Italians marched to the new club and
there witnessed the dedication ceremony.
The dedication was made with the deliv-
cry Of the key to the new building by
Carmine DiMare. president OF the St.
Anthony Beneficial Association, to Ralp
Bernardo president Of the club owning
the hall. After the hall had been occupied
there were brief addresses by Mr.. DiAiare
and Mr.. Bernardo, and invited guests were
then entertained.
The dedication exercises will end TO-
night with a carnival and concert by
Gattis Band, which viii play until mid.
night
Mayor spruance will preside at this az.
ternoon's meeting and many prominent
Democrats including city ofhe'as. viii
speak.
The hall dedicated today was erected
at a cost Of $4,000. It is Of concrete
block and grey brick. has a large as
sembly hall with seating capacity OF
500 and a recreation hall in the base
ment. The building covers 2Sx12O feet
Samuel Candida was the contractor. A
big hop in honor of Italians from New
York, Philadelphia and other places will
introduce the building TO them this
winter.
Tho committee in charge Of the dedi-
cation today comprised John Lemon
Charles Chiccatello. II. Leone, A. S
Read and A. Daniel
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
MARINES HEAR OF
CHANGES IN RIVER LIGHTS

Notice is given 10 mariners that New
Castle range gas buoy No. n. marking
The easterly side OF the dredged channel at
the intersection Of the Reedy Island and
New Castle range lines, is reported show
ing q fixed white light instead Of a fixed
white light during periods Of ten seconds
separated by eclipses Of ten seconds dura-
ton.
The proper characteristic Will be re-
stored as early as practicable.
Notice is also given that Films Point
ietty light, on the off-shore end Of the
ietty which extends into the Delaware
river on its easterly side, opposite New
Castle range front lighthouse is reported
showing a fixed red light instead Of a
fixed red light during periods Of fifteen
seconds. separated by eelipscs Of fifteen
seconds.
The previous characteristic will be re-
stored as early as practicable.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
MANY ACCIDENTS REPORTED

Frederick Lord, aged % years. OF No.
9i2 East Seventeenth street, a brakeman
on the Delaware division Of the T., b. and
W. Railroad, was struck by signal lamp
hanging from the side Of a car yesterday
His back and hip were injured. lie was
taken 10 the Delaware Hospital.
James Kirby, aged Al years. Of No. llOi
Walnut street, yesterday had his finger
crushed while at work in the Plant Of the
Mccullough Iron Company. He had 10 80
TO the Delaware Hospital TO have the
wound dressed.
Andrew Holden, whose home is in PHIL
adelpha. but who is employed al the plant
Z Of the Electric Hose and Rubber Com
pany was severely burned about the fact
by escaping steam. lie went to the Della.
ware Hospital where he was given treat
ment
William c. Walters. Of No. East
Thirteenth street was stepping from Z
street ear yesterday when he slipped anc
fractured his wrist.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
HEAVY FINES, BUT
FEW WERE PAID

Although the fines imposed in the
city Court last week amounted in the
aggregate TO more than any previous
week for a long time, the receipts
of the police department were not ma
terially increased.
According 10 the report Of House
Sergeant Tucker made TO the Police
Commission yesterday afternoon, only
sl4S.15 was collected in fines. There
were several fines of 500 imposed
during the week, but none OF them
were paid, the prisoners going TO prison
in default thereof
The patrol sergeants reported that
during August they had had 23i calls
and had carried 2S3 people. The ma
irons made their monthly report and
Chief OF Police George Black report
ed having collected S76.30 I'm dog taN
during the past month.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
Stock Markets
lr Irnlted Press Leased speolal vic.

BY United Press Leased Special Wire
NEW YORK, Sept S.--After a show
Of early strength the stock market again
weakened under the circulation OF re-
newed rumors about harriman's condi-
tion and vigorous selling for short ac-
count caused a sharp break IN Union
points. Southern Pacific fell over one
point and declines OF about the same
Northern Preferred, New York Central
and Northern Pacific. shortly after the
end Of the first hour the rumors assumed
= more alarming character and were ac-
companied by free offers at sharp con-
cessions all around the room.
Governments unchanged; other bonds
weak.
Market condSions continued nervous
and settled In the late forenoon and
around mid-day with prices then gener-
allv at the lowest range reached since
the commencement Of business, Tuesday
New York Central showed a loss OF over
two points with pronounced weakness IN
Erie Missouri Pacific and Wabash Pre-
ferred Union Pacific after declining
over two points rallied sharply. Reading
also rallied.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
AT THE GRAND OPERA HOUSE

The excellent bill now at the opera
House will conclude its engagement to-
day and new one will be put on at
the matinee tomorrow, Thursday. The
Pcskoff Troupe Of Ten Russian Dancers
will be retained on the bill for the re-
mainder Of the week This act is not
only interesting and amusing but also
educational for il shows the native
dances of the Russian people to perfee-
tion Miles and Raymond, headlincr
in many places and good enough TO be
"a headliner will be here with "The orig
inal Baby In the Cradle" This act is a
laugh producer wherever seen and
Will please Wilmington. Bailo Brothers.
the Mexican Serenaders will give a mu-
steal act which Is said to be different
from any ever seen here and which will
appeal at once 70 any lover of music
The Sidonias, another act which is
good enough for q headlirer will be here
in THE Lady Artist ana the Tramp. '
II Is said to be clever i'm every respect
The Great Hugo assisted by Nine. Hen
rietia will present "Ten Minutes I'm the
Coliseum at Rome" This Is an i'm.
ported novelty directly from Europe
where it has been remarkably success.
/ ful and for the information of the pub.
/ lie 1t may be stated that Hugo is a
strong man, but he has an act which Is
different from any strong man act evei
placed on a local stage The act is A.
artistic production. These acts with two
new reels Of pictures shown for the FRS
time anywhere and the usual excellent
selections by the orchestra Of the theatre
will complete the bill. II is largely
laughing biii for IN comedy features
predominate. Matinees will be giver
each day at 2,3O and evening perform
ances at 7.3O and o'clock.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
Sons of Vetsrann Vlsit-

a detachment Of Company d. Sons
Of Veterans. from Wilmington, arrived
in West Chester on Monday and join
ed their comrades at the regmental
camp IN the eastern section Of West
ment from Philadelphia and this place.
The party went IN a large automobile
truck Of the Charles Warner Company,
in which seats had been placed. The
trip was made in quick time. The
party. seemed TO be enjoying them
selves and rode through West Chester
SINGING "We're her because were here
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
DELAWARE CITY TEAM
TO TAKE DAY OFF

Because many players on the Della
ware City baseball team are disabled
there will be no game at Delaware
City on Saturday. IL viii be the first
Saturday since the opening of the
baseball season that a game will not
be played there. The team MANAGE
ment announces that a game will be
played on the following Saturday with
either the League Island or the Penn
team.
Since the opening OF the season the
Delaware City team has played
tWenty-four games and won twenty.
The team is the best Delaware City
has had for years.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
Io Aot on Chester Police Prob..

CHESTER, Pa. Sept. s-Councils viii
hold joint session tonight for the pur-
pose Of hearing and taking action on the
Police Committees report relative to the
investigation OF the charges OF graft and
incompetency against Sergeant OF Police
Modem. The committee exonerated Modem
on the charge OF receiving "hush" money,
but found that he was guilty Of incompet-
ency. There is considerable speculation
as TO what action Councils as a whole will
take on the matter. Beginning next week
the committee viii start to investigate the
charge OF incompetency against Chief OF
Police Samuel B. Pennington.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
U. 5. ENGINEERS
WORKING TODAY

The United States engineers compris-
ing the committee appointed % examine
the routes suggested for the proposed
inland waterway, from Boston to Beau
ford are working in the visinity Of Mid
dletown today, visiting the sites OF the
several routes offered as available for a
canal from the Delaware to the Chesa-
pealSc.
The members OF the party engaged the
launch Honey Boqq' owned by l.. c,
Jones, Of this city. WIN which to navi-
gate the Chesapeake and Delaware Ca
nal They will return this evening and
Immediately proceed to their homes.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
LONDON COUNCIL
INVITES PEARY

BY United Press Leased Special Wire.
LONDON, Sept S.-Peary, care Bridge
man. President and Council send cordial
invitation to come TO London during COM
ing session TO lecture on your great achi-
evoment. Heartiest personal feleltations.
Csigned) John Scott Kettle. Secretary
Royal Geographical Society.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
Elk Neck Couple Married Here

On August 26. Harry L. Wilson. a
prominent young farmer Of Elk Neck,
Nd, son Of the late w j. Wilson
and Miss Catherine NJ. Holt. daugh-
ter Of Mr.. and Mrs. I. J.. Holt. promi-
nent residents Of Elk Neck were mar
ried at the Silverbrook NJ. f. Church
by the Rev. W. r. Greenfield who was
pastor of the Elk Neck NJ. r. Church
some years ago. After an extended
trip south they returned home and
we're rendered a serenade and reception
by their friends and neighbors on Sat
urday night. The bride was a schaal
teacher and had charge Of Hart's s
School at Elk Neck.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
TEACHING MARINES
HOW TO USE RIFLE

WASHINGTON. Sept. s-More than
600 marines from the vessels Of the At
lantic fleet and from the marine bar
racks at New York. Philadelphia and
Washington have been put through a
course OF instruction in the proper
handling of the rifle at the Marine
Corps instruction camp at Sea Girt.
Capt William c. Harllee, in COM
mand OF the camp. soon viii resume
his duties at the headquarters Of the
Corps in Washington and take up the
establishment of a rifle range for the
Corps on Stump Neck. Md, a part OF
the Indian Head proving ground
reservation.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
A Hurrx.up Medicine.

Every nousekoepcr recognizes the need
or euective remedies 60 be used IN emer-
gencies-when something must be done
right away. Such a remedy is Perry
Davis Painkilier. for sprains and bruises,
and pains resulting from blows and fails.
burns and cuts arc instantly relieved ~
II and help TO healing. Its mission OF
mercy began seventy years ago. II IS
used in all countries and millions of bot
ties are sold annually. There is but one
fainkiier. Perry Davis. Have you seen
the new large 35c. size?
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
WILL SOON HAVE
NO WORK TO DO

As the season for excursions and plea
sure parties is drawing 10 a close. the
duties Of William Chandler, appointed an
Inspector OF excursion boats and launches
at the beginning OF the season. viii soon
cease.
When Collector Of Port David S. Clark
was asked to-day what time Mr.. Cnand-
iers term Of office would expire. he re-
piled that he did not know and that Mr..
Chandler would stay on untl there was
nothing for him 10 do.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
Rand coneert TonIaht.

The newly organized band OF the
North End Athletic Club will give
another free concert on the lawn Of
the club house. No. 211 East Four
teenth street tonight. The one given
last Wednesday evening was highly
appreciated by persons living in that
section of the city. The band received
lis first engagement Saturday when
It headed the Norwood, Pa. Fire Com
pany 20 Reading.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
Local eeIfsrs Nat EIIaahIs.

Although members Of the wilmington
Country Club are interested in the big
golf championship events 10 be started
on the links al Noble and Huntington
Valley local as we'll as New Jersey
golfer sare not eligible 10 play in the
matches only Pennsylvania golfers will
play in the matches.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
Harrison Street lmprovements.

Harrison Street Church improves
ments have been completed at cost
Of $1,000, Several changes in the rooms
have been made and next Sunday an
departments viii reopen with impress
sive ceremonies.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
PEARY MEETS
WHITNEY AT ETAH

By United Press Leased Special Wire.
BROOKLYN, Sept S.-The following
messages were received to-day.
indian Harbor. via Cape Ray. n. r.
september s. II. l.. Bridgman, Brooklyn,
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
win Ereot House and caraoe.

Building Inspector Johnson issued a
permit today to George S. Charles to
erect q dwelling and garage for W.
Caufeld, in Jefferson street. between
Thirteenth and Fourteenth. The dwell
ing will cose $4,000 and the garage
81 500.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
Giant Sun Elower.

What is said 10 be the largest sun
flower plant in Maryland is owned by
Charles Nieilds. Of Rising Sun The
stalk is 10 feet high and bears A. BIOS
SONS. some Of which are as large as a
bushel basket.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
Valley Forqe couple Married.

" Killer, both Of Valley Forge, Pa
were marrier here today by the Rev
E. G.. Kliese, pastor German Baptist
Church, The couple obtained their
marriage license at abe ofice Of Mag
istrate Robertson.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08

Took Whitney on board at Etah. Cook
gone Copenhagen Met Jcanie or Saun-
ders Island August %. cosed North Star
Bay Whitney went on board Jeanie.
Parted company after eith.
(Signcd) Peary.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
Iunior Laanun Men.inn-

The Junior League Of Harrison
Street M. E. Church, after a suspen-
sion Of two months, win hold its first
o'clock on Saturday afternoon.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
To Discuss Silver s.rvie.

There vii be a conference tomorrow
between a number OF artists regarding
the silver service TO be presented 10 the
Battleship Delaware. There will be some
slight changes made In the design.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
Propsrty At sherIfrs saIe.

Sheriff Lippincott today sold a brick
house In Forrest street 20 o. c. Gooden
for $500. The house was the property
Of Samuel Mcdonald. mortgagor.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08
Grain Market

Reported daily BY >. D. Laeksy q
Co. bankers and brskers, rnembsrs
Philadelphia Stock Exchange, a4a Mar
ket ST.
WHEAT CORN. OATS.
Sept. Dec, Sept Dec. Sept. Dec.
80 stss 55% 57ls 3S% 37S
Evening journal., 1909-09-08

ais .. m. quotations from ?. o.
Lackey & Co., Bankers and Brokers,
members Philadelphia Stock Exchange
s4s Market street. Wilmington, Del.
Evening journal., 1909-09-08


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Asphalt Com. 774 Phiia. Rap. I 7o1s
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Brooklyn r. T. -S4 Phila. EleotricI24
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Evening journal., 1909-09-08

fore going to New York to make his
report"
Evening journal., 1909-09-08

7 OST-A CHAIN BRACELET. BE-
- tween Pennsylvania avenue, pu-
Pont and Seventeenth and Union streets.
Tuesday afternoon. Reward IL returned
to No. l7i3 Pennsylvania avenue.