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The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15
coal Found

Early this spring while Hcckard
Bros. we're grading on Grand avenue,
when down a depth Of Is feet they
found several pockets OF coal Of fair
quality. Al the time they paid no
particular attention TO il. Monday
while grading on the same street at a
depth OF 20 feet they found another
pocket containing bushel OF coal,
While they arc not experts in coal j,
was shown to several persons who
claim TO know wha, coal is. who pro-
nounced il groupings and OF fair
quality, As 10 whether a large vein
Of coal lies underneath the hills back
Of Astoria is problematical, but sur
face indications show that there is
coal
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15
Hlndnn Fnghten People

Il Is stated that the numerous
Hindus who work in the mills arc
proving very undesirable lot Of
citizens. They cause trouble, frighten
women and children and fight when
drinking The police know them to
be ugly customers when in drink. and
Il is even said that houses in the
eastern part OF the city are vacant
because Of the proximity Of the
Hindus So bad is the matter grow
ing that perhaps something will have
70 be done to subdue them and give
the white families a chance,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15
High School Chorus

Plans are being made to organize
a High School chorus, and il is be-
lieycd that an excellent organization
OF this nature can be formed among
the pupils Of the school. II is desir-
cd to secure a membership Of 80, half
boys and half girls. 1t is suggested
that Mrs Incl wife OF the principal,
take charge Of the chorus as she has
had experience in such work II is
said there should be excellent mater
ial in the school, perhaps especially
among the boys, quite a few Of whom
have already had vocal training in the
choir at Grace church. II is desired to
have the chorus for commencement
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15

Raphael p. Bonham. OF the federal
emigration service, yesterday arrest
ed another woman in this city on a
charge OF being a foreign woman who
had come to this country to engage in
an immoral life. Her true name is
Lizzie 'Turpin, and she admitted that
she had been imported 10 this eoun-
try for this purpose-in other words,
she is one Of the great number OF
white slaves who annually come to
this country She was from France,
The United States is making a con-
eerted effort to break up the traffic
Mr.. Bonham sent the woman up "a
Portland last night and she will be
deported back to France,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15
At st. Mary's Sunday

Father Miller Of Tillamook will oc'
cupy the pulpit at ST. Mary'S church
the coming Sunday, while Father
Waters expects 10 hold the services
al the T'illamook church. The two
priests are exchanging pulpils for the
day, and Father Waters will leave IN
day OF two, unless bar.bound, a
fate that has sometime beiallen those
who arc in . hurry TO get 20 Tilla-
nook,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15
| Court House Yard

John Dench has the contract OF
leyelling Of the court house yard,
preparatory 10 planting Il with grass.
The whole ground has been enriched
and put in fine shape Layers Of sod
have been laid close 70 the building,
where the drip from the roof would
wear into the soft ground II sod were
not placed there, Mr. Dench has sent
away for some new kind OF grass seed,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15
Both Bound Over

Peter Andrews and Alfred Peter
son. the two men accused Of having
matrca'ed the u year old Alderbrook
girl, were both bound over to the
grand jury by Justice Goodman yes
terday, Under $500 bonds The de-
PENDANTS both denied the allegations
and put up a strong defense but there
apparently was reasonable ground for
holding them over TO the grand jury.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15
Token OF Esteem

When Alfred Leinenweber rendered
his resignation as driver of No. 3,
"a position which he has filed for the
past 10 years with credit to himself
and the departments the seven full
paid men OF the department headed
BY Ed. Lewellyn .oi No. !, purchased
beautiful signet ring engraved with
the letters, "A. P. f. d." Astoria Paid
Fire Department and presented It to
him Tuesday afternoon prior to his
leaving for Portland where he will in
the future reside Mr.. Lewellyn made
the presentation speech in which he
complimented Mr. Leinenweber for
his friendship, his uniform courtesy to
his fellow members, regretting his
departure from the city, and assuring
him that his efforts in the interests
Of the department would ever be re-
membered. Mr.. Leinenweber replied
thanking the donors for the magnih'
cent token OF esteem and assured the
donors that he would wear it, evei
remembering his loyal friends in thC
Astoria Paid Fire Department.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15
Meritorious Entertalnment--

The excellent films and program a.
the Jewell continues TO be a drawing
card for this popular play house A
number Of new films have been re-
eeived which will be produced To-
night In addition the Royal Ha'
waiian orchestra delights the audience
with popular songs The manager
states the orchestra will sing any
song desired upon request OF any OF
the patrons
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15

Duncan Irving, the leading role in
De Miles great American PLAY
Classmates" will be played by Nor
man Hackett at the Astoria Theatre
on April 24th.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15
or Coast Artillery

Captain Bucker Of the United States
Coast Artillery service, in the engi'
ncsring department. came to the city
last night and is registered AZ the
oeeident Hotel 1t is presumed he is
here on governmental work.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15
Still Runs Restaurant

The Astoria Restaurant was sold
last week 10 Chinaman named
Wong Hook, but he failed to close
the deal so the restaurant is still run
by Mang Hing who has so successful
II run Il for many years,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15

"A young American actor in a
young American play" is Jules Muir
rvs announcement this season. The
actors name is Norman Hackett. The
play is Classmates. 81 Both will be
seen at the Astoria Theatre on Sum
day, April 24th
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15

Just arrived by express from New
York, spring styles Of Keiser's neck
wear for men; finest lines in America;
"four-in-hauds" and "Bat Wing"-in
all the new spring colorings at Judd
Bros, 557 Commercial street.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15
Ask the man who wears Benjamin
clothes He knows them. See Judd
Bros, 557 Commercial street

The great jungle scene in "Class-
mates" has received more notice than
any other scene in any other play on
the road this season. Norman Hack
cit plays the leading part in the play
which is booked at the Astoria Thea
tire for April oath.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15
Clam Factories

The two clam factories at Warren.
ton. the Warrenton and the Clatsop'
both have started up for their sea-
sons run,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15
Phone 221.

For Rent = One fve-room furn-
ished fat. down town, with water.
$40. Inquire Sloop's 10c store. ..s
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15
Starts Work Today

Contractor Lebeck will start today
on the work Of making repairs at the
o, r. & N. docks.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15
TERSE IALES OF THE TOWN
IWeddine To-day

The wedding Of Lieutenant Richard
Parks and Miss Winnifred Higgins
will take place this afternoon,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15
w. c. T. u.

The W. c. r, u. will meet at their
rooms In the Seamen's Institute at
2:50 o'clock this afternoon. All are
welcome. 1
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15

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The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15

Norman Hackett, who will be seen
as Duncan Irving in Classmates" az
the Astoria Theatre on April Path, is
winning fame all along the line for
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15

Benjamin clothes are the best, See
Judd Bros, ss7 Commercial street.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15

DEMANDS OUTDOOR
cLoTHES-HAVE YOU
LOOKED OVER OUR FINE
STOCKS OF MEMS CLOTH
ING FOR THIS OUTDOOR
SEASON?
OUR YOUNG MEMS SUITS
ARE CUT WITH THAT VIC
OROUS GRACE ONLY TO BE
FOUND IN THE GARMENTS
OF THE EXCLUSIVE ME-
TROpOLITAN DRAPERs,
IN STYLE THEY'RE THE
LATEST In FINISH THE
BEST YOU CAN SECURE
FOR MOST ANY PRICES
$1,000 TO $500.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-04-15

At these prices-practically cost
to clean out the stock we cannot
charge cash only.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-10-28
DsNOUNCeS THE
ANONYMOUS CIRCULAR

Fredericksburg. Va. Oct. 26, 1909.
To The Free Lance.
AS a friend and supporter of Mr.. w.
w. Butzner for Commonwealth At
tOrney | denounce as contemplate this
anonymous circular which has been
spread broadcast through our city.
Mr.. Butzner has had nothing to DO
with this mean and contemplate trick
and he condemns and disapproves of IT.
have nothing personal against Mr..
Butzner's opponent, and so, believing
in fair play and open fight, | cannot
withhold my denunciation of this act
which is calculated to injure Mr..
ButZner.
This office is not a party office and
voters of whatever party persuasion
are free and at liberty to vote for
whichever candidate they choose. No
nominations have been made and
neither party has any candidate in the
field. 1t is simply fight between men,
and so the voters should vote for whom
they think best capable of discharging
the important duties of the Office.
am sorry this spite work has been
done. The campaign was going on so
peacefully and so gentlemanly.
Michael Wallace.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-10-28
HAll-GRI6G

A beautiful wedding took place IN
Petersburg Tuesday night at st. Paul's
Episcopal church when Miss Martha
Goodwin Grigg was married TO Mr.
Marshall Carter Hall, formerly Of Fred
ericksburg, now of Petersburg. The
church was beautifully decorated with
flowers and ported plants.
Miss Jessie Goodwin Anderson, of
Petersburg, was maid of honor, and
Mr.. Spottswood Braxton Hall, of Fred
ericksburg, best man. The bridesmaid
was Miss Elizabeth Beale Davis, of Pc
tersburg, who wore pink chiffon over
pink satin and carried pink roses and
maiden hair ferns. The ushers were
Messrs. Richard Taylor Wilson and
Robert Beale Davis, of Petersburg; j..
Mylie Crowley, r. Lee Taylor and Will
liam H. White, Of Norfolk; Addison
REYNOLDS, of Richmond; Oscar Lemoine.
of Baltimore, and John Walker, OF
Woodbury. Forest.
The bride is the daughter of Mr.. and
Mrs. E. w. Grigg, of Petersburg, and
a fayorite in society circles. She wore
white satin, trimmed with duchess lace,
and carried a shower bouquet Of lilies
of the valley. Her maid Of honor was
attjred in pink chiffon over white satin
and carried pink roses and maiden HAIR
ferns.
Mr.. Hall is assistant to Alexander
Hamilton, vice president and general
counsel for the Atlantic Coast Line
Railway.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-10-28
AFTER AUTHOR
OF CIRCULAR
Calls on POstOffice Department
for Inspector.
WANTS NAME OF THE SENDER

Mr.. Granville X. Swift, candidate
for Commonwealth attorney, Tues
day addressed the following letter to
Postmaster John NJ. Griffin. in an effort
to discover the writer of the anonymous
circular which has been circulated here
through the mails and caused so much
adverse criticism:
fredericksburg, Va. Oct. 18th. 1909.
John Nj. Griffin. Postmaster.
Dear Sir-l beg to hand you herewith
a copy of an anonymous circular mailed
at the Fredericksburg postotfice on Oct.
18th, 1909, and sent TO number Of CIT
liens of this city. am under the I'M
preston that the sending of such a
communication through the mails is a
violation of the postal laws and regula-
tons, and ask that you will take this
matter up with the department and, II
possible, have the department send an
Inspector here at once to investigate
this matter and try and ascertain the
sender of this communication.
Yours very truly,
(Signed) Granville X. Swift.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-10-28
MONEY FOR NORMAL SCHOOL
Turned Over to Treasurer of Board
Work Will Now Proceed.

Several weeks ago the City Council
ordered $50, 600 subscribed by the city
of Fredericksburg and raised by num-
Der of business men of this city until a
bond issue can be authorized by the
Legislature, to the fredericksburg
Normal School, to be turned over to
Judge r. II. l.. Chichester. treasurer
of the Fredericksburg State Normal
School Board In Difference TO the
opinion of City Attorney st. Geo. K.
Fitzhugh this money was not turned
over until said attorney could have an
interview with Auditor Marye as to the
States appropriations. Tuesday Attor-
ney Fitzhugh, Judge Chichester and
Hon. r. c. l.. Moncure. Of Stafford.
went to Richmond. met President j. A.
C. Chandler Of the Board, and went TO
the office Of Auditor Marye, where a
conference was held. The result was
Attorney Fitzhugh was satisfied and
the money was turned over TO Judge
Chichester. treasurer. Capt. Rowe
will at once be paid for the site, the
plans for the buildings will be pushed
and as soon as completed the buildings
will be commenced.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-10-28
MRS. H0EKE MEMBER OF
EDUCATION BOARD

Mrs. w. II. Hoeke has been appoint
ed by the Supreme Court of the Dis
trict of Columbia to fill the place on the
board of education made vacant by the
resignation of Mrs. Justina r. Hill.
Mrs. Hoeke has received her com
mission. cu
Mrs. Hoeke is well fitted to fill the
position. She has been identified with
the public schools of the District Q, o.
Columbia since she was II years Old
She was educated in the District schools,
and later was a teacher for six years,
Mrs. Hoeke said, 81 will give the
board of education all of my time, anS
| am sure that the appointment VII
not be regretted" AZ,
Mrs. Hoeke is well known IN th n
CITY having frequently visited the
family of Col. E. D. Cole here.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-10-28
KING GEORGE
Church Services Accident to Miss
Smith-vPersOnals
King George Co., Va, Oct. rs.

King George Co., Va, Oct. Is
Bishop Arthur s Lloyd preached to a
good sized congregation at Old Lamb 8
Greek church on Sunday morning and
confirmed two persons. His sermon
was impressive and was listened to with
wrapt attention by his hearers. Sunday
afternoon he preached TO a large con-
gregation at st. Pauns church and all
were delighted with his eloquent ser
mon. Monday morning he held services
at St. Johns church, where fine con-
gregation greeted him, and as on Sun
day, his sermon was full of the pure
gospel Of Christ, and made deep i'm
preston for good There were no CON
firmations at the two latter churches.
Bishop Lloyd left for Colonial Beach
Monday afternoon and will hold services
there today. Tonight reception will
be given him by the members Of the
church.
Miss Rosalie Smith, oldest daughter
of Mr.. Allen Smith, narrowly escaped
a serious accident Saturday. She was
returning from Fredericksburg with
the following party Of young friends,
Misses Minnie Smith, Stella Dickinson,
William Smith and Mr.. Gore, and Mr..
Smith was driving rapidly to escape the
approaching storm. In passing over a
rough place in the road short distance
above Mr.. Frank Taylor's, Miss Smith
fell from the wagonette, and the wheels
passed over her. She lost conscious
ness for few minutes, but though
considerably bruised. was not seriously
injured, we are glad TO report. With
his usual hospitality, Mr.. Taylor wei
coined the party and entertained them
for the night.
Mrs. VIM. A. Smoot, of Alexandria,
is spending some time at her summer
home. "Caledon," on the Potomac.
Miss Margaret Sothron, of Maryland,
who has been a guest of Miss Minnie
Smith, left for home on Saturday.
Mrs. Rose T. Hunter, of New York,
and her daughter, Mrs. Robert Toombs,
of Greenville, Miss, are guests OF Mrs.
G.. Ogle Tayloe.
Mr.. and Mrs. c. r. Darling returned
on Sunday from visit to relatives in
Baltimore.
Mr.. and Mrs. r. w. Boggs are visit
ing Col. Robt. j. Washington, in West
moreland.
Mrs. f. F. Ninde, of Colonial Beach,
and her three children are guest of her
sister, Mrs. John Fitzhugh.
Mrs johnson. who for the past two
years has been the proprietress Of the
King George hotel, has sold out and re-
turned TO Washington.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-10-28
DEATH CUTS PENSION LISTS
As, 3l2 Veterans Die in Year, But Gov
eminent Pays Sl6l, 973. 703.

Deaths invasion Of the fast thinning
ranks of war veterans caused 1892
names to be dropped from the pension
rolls of the United States last year.
OF this number, 81, S3l were survivors
of the civil war. The total loss to the
pension roll from all causes was 81, ISL.
In striking contrast to these figures
the government paid out in pensions in
the fiscal year ended June 30, 1909,
Sl6l, 973, 703, which the commissioner
declared is the largest amount ever dis
bursed for pensions in one year
Summarized, the report shows these
facts: Number Of pensioners at the
beginning of the year, 95l ,6S7; number
of new pensioners added TO the roll,
46. O8S; pensioners on roll at close of
the year, 946, 1874. a net decrease of
5. 493; survivors of the civil war on the
roll now number 500. 96l.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-10-28
THE HERM0h SUNDAY
SCHOOL CONVENTION

The Sunday School Convention of the
Hermon Baptist Association held its
7th annual session with Carmel Baptist
church. near Ruther Glen, Caroline
county. Wednesday and Thursday, Oct.
20 and 2lst. The meetings Of the con-
vention were all well attended on both
DAYS and excellent and abundant din
ners were served on the grounds by the
ladies' of the church and community.
The addresses on the various subjects
under discussion were of high order
and undoubtedly will prove helpful to
the Sunday School workers of the vari-
Gus schools represented. The cOnven-
ton was favored with an excellent ad-
dress by Rev. Mr.. Parker, of the La
dies Seminary at Bowling Green, on
1.-THE qualifications of good teacher.
Other subjects discussed were "How
can we train the young for the work of
teaching?" DR.. c. S. Webb, of Bowl
ing Green, read an essay of high or
der on this subject and Capt. 1. 1.
Smith, of County Line Baptist church,
and others discussed il.
Judge f. c. Moncure, Of Bowling
Green, was at his best in discussing
1.-The qualifications Of good superln-
tendent." Geo. w. Clark, superin-
tendent of Massaponax Sunday School,
discussed Sunday School music. "
Rev. w. Brook Carter, pastor of Beu-.
lab church in King William, spoke OF
the advantages Of modern methods in
our Sunday School and particularly OF
the benefits of the Baraca Class. He
also preached the annual convention
sermon.
Rev. c. r. Cruikshank, pastor of
Calvary Baptist church of Bowling
Green, and Of Bethel Baptist church,
Caroline county, and Rev. w ID. Bren-
ner, pastor of Carmel church, gave a
number of helpful talks on the various
subjects. Rev. Decatur Edwards spoke
very entertainingly Of the benefits OF
the Sunday School conventions and how
to get the most good out of them.
J. J. Williams, superintendent oil
Bowling Green Sunday School, was re-
elected moderator, and F. X. Tyler, OF
Falmouth Sunday School, was made
clerk and treasurer. The convention
decided TO accept the invitation OF Mt.
Horeb church and will meet with that
church in its next session, Wednesday
and Thursday before the End Sunday in
October, 1910.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-10-28
HORSE THIEF CAUGHT
The Horse Recovered - Reward Of SIS
Gathered In. Etc.

VIM. Green, a colored trusty on the
State farm, at Lassiter, Va, had vio-
lated the rules and was to be whipped.
He went to the pasture and took a
mare, leaving her sucking colt, mount
ed the animal without saddle and only
halter bride and put off. On learn
ing that Green had decamped, a reward
of SIS was offered for return of man
and horse.
The authorities here were notified
and a notice in The Free Lance led to
the capture of both horse and man.
Green came through the county to T..
Il. Thomas saw mill, near Chancellors-
vile, where he traded the valuable
mare for "plug" on Saturday last. He
passed here Monday morning en- route
to Stafford, riding the horse. which was
recognized as belonging formerly TO
MIR. Ralph lizard, of Little Falls, in
Stafford, and he was not suspected.
Tuesday at noon Mr.. Thomas read his
copy of The Free Lance and saw the
item about the stolen horse. He at
once came here, informed Sergeant j.
c. Chichester and the two hurried after
the negro, who was captured at Guam
tico. The negro arrived at Quantlco at
10 a. m. Tuesday, where he sold the
lizard horse for $l5 and with the money
fitted himself out with new suit and
was waiting for a passenger train, dis
daning the freight, when Mr.. Lloyd
Morse, one of the two men who had
bought the horse, picked up The Free
Lance and read the item. He went out
and brought Green into the tower,
where he was detained until Chichester
and Thomas arrived, who took Green
and horse into custody and left for
Fredericksburg, arriving here at n.
m. Wednesday. Green is in jail here
and the horse In a livery stable. Supt.
Davis. Of the State farm. was notified
and Green will be taken back to the
farm and must serve an additional SEN
tguep
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-10-28
DIED SUDDENLY
George T. King. Of Richmond,
Passes Away.
MANY RELATIVES RESIDE HERE

George T. King. for many years q
prominent member of the Richmond
Grain Exchange. died suddenly at 5:3O
O'Clock Monday afternoon at his place
of business, ITO Cary street, Rich,
mond. MIR. King had recently suffered
two severe attacks of heart failure, and
his death is directly attributable 10
overexertion. He was fifty years old.
Mr.. King went into the third story
of his place of business to attend 10
some work, and members of his Once
force. hearing him fall, burned up
stairs. He was dead before any one
reached his side. AT the time OF his
death MIR. King was president OF the
Richmond Bag Company, and had form
erly been engaged in the brokerage
business. In his earlier years he was
proprietor of the Richmond City Mills,
succeeding his father, the late VIM. T..
King. as the head Of that firm.
Coroner TAYLOR was notified, but as
he was familiar with Mr.. King condl-
ton, at once gave permission Tor the
body 10 be removed to the home, OH
West Grace street.
r..
last wife who was formerly Miss
Blanche Taylor, survives him; He was
married when quite young to Miss kena
Angus Three children Misses Rena
and Blanche and George T. King. Jr. -
and one sister, Mrs. W. ). Murray:
survive him. He was a member OF
Trinity Methodist church, and was a
prominent Mason. Mr.. King attended
church Sunday and did not complain Of
IN health before leaving for his office
Monday. -Tmes-Dispatch.
Mr.. King was a nephew Of the late
MAYOR A. L. Rowe and f.. G. Rowe, of
this city, and Mrs. John NJ. Luck Of
Stafford.
The funeral took place from the
residence. GIT w. Grace street, Rich
mond, Wednesday. Oct. 9th, at 3
O'Clock p. m. The interment will be
made in the family lot in Hollywood