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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
lDS DIE IN ELECTRIC CHAIR
OFFICIAL EXECUTIONS IN SING
SING PRISON TODAY.
Two Men, One a Negro, Pay the
Penalty Prescribed by Law
for Murder.
Special Dispatch to The Star.

Special Dispatch to The Star
OSSINING, y. Y, January 3.-Wflliam
Morse, negro, and John Barobuto an
trio chair In Sing Sing prison today. The
negro, big, tall, wiry-looking man, was
the first to be led to the chair. He was
attended by the Rev. S. r. Jones. the
prison chaplain, who recited Rock OF
Ages" while the man was being strapped
in.
The first contact was made at 800
O'Clock and was kept on one minute
The current consisted of $40 volts, Sil2
to 91e amperes. After an examination by
physicians a second contact was given.
the current being kept on six seconds. AT
5:5S o'clock the man was declared dead.
Shows No Sign of Fear.
AS soon as the body Of the negro had
brought into the death chamber. With
him was an Italian priest, who recited
the prayers for the dying. Barobuto car
ried crucifix in his right hand. The
man walked steadily to the chair and
seated himself without showing the
slightest sign Of fear. One minute and
ten seconds after he had entered the
room he was strapped down and the cur
rent was turned on. 1t was kept on for q
minute and five seconds, and at 500
O'Clock the Italian was pronounced dead.
Morse shot and killed Policeman +. J.
kavanaugh in Brooklyn October 4, 1907
Barobuto killed Gatetano Miniza in Mid
dletown, n. Y, January 20, 1903.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
FATHER CONWELL BURIED.
Death in Philadelphia of Former
Rector of Gonzaga College.

The funeral of Father John Z. Conwell,
S. j.. whose death occurred in Philadel-
phia last Wednesday, took place in that
city this morning from the Church of the
GeSu. The rector. Father Charles W.
Lyons. S j., formerly rector of Gonzaga
College of this city, celebrated the re-
QUEEN mass.
During the last four years Father Con-
we'll was professor of rhetoric at ST. Jo-
seph's College and familiar figure
in the parish of the Gesu. He was born
forty years ago in Nova Scotia He
spent part of his time here as professor
in Georgetown University. He was or
daned priest at Lyons. France. and his
final vows were pronounced at Holy Cross
College, Worcester Mass, in 1903.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
ORPHANS MADE HAPPY.
Children at German Asylum Enjoy
Annual Feast and Gifts.

A Christmas celebration was held yes
terday for the children of the German
Orphan Asylum, and the little ones were
made happy with gifts of various kinds
from a genuine Santa Claus. Fred Imhof,
president of the asylum made an address
of welcome at the opening of the festivi-
ties; Rev. DR.. Mcneil offered prayer, and
Simon Wolf delivered the Grafton of the
day. There were music and feasting, and
the bright eyes and joyous laughter of
the children testified how warmly they
appreciated the event.
Members of the Oncle Braesis Society
gave their children "A Christmas fete
at Louis Brandt's Golden Eagle Hall
Everything necessary to their enjoyment
was provided and the youngsters had a
merry time. while their elders sat by
absorbing the spirit of the occasion and
recounting their Christmas celebrations
in days gone by.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
FUNERAL OF VIM. B. SHAW.
Veteran Newspaper Man at Rest in
Rock Creek Cemetery.

The funeral of William Bigler Shaw,
for many years dean of the Washington
newspaper correspondents, who died at
his home 2574 University place. Friday,
took place at o'clock this afternoon
from the Shaw home. The services were
conducted by Rev. Ulysses G. B. Pierce,
pastor of All Souls Unitarian Church, and
chaplain pro tenn of the United States
Senate. The interment was in Rock Creek
cemetery.
Newspaper men and government officials
with whom the deceased was thrown in
close contact during his life in Washing
ton acted as honorary pallbearers. They
were Maurice Splain, Philadelphia Rec
ord: Corey NJ. Stadden. New Orleans
Picayune: George +. Gilliland Of the
government service, William MacBride,
formerly of Cincinnati Enquirer; Jules
Guthridge, vice president of the Telepost
Company: William Bailey. Post Office
Department. James Rankin Young, super
intendent of dead letter office, and Ed
ward b. Moore, commissioner of patents.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
FIXING UP RIVER CRAFT.
Owners of Vessels Laid Up for Win
ter Busy With Renairs.

In consequence of the enforced idleness
Of vessels. owing to the conditions on the
river. a number of vessels lying here are
being overhaued and put in order for
service when navigation is resumed. The
schooner A. ii. Quinby, lying at the 10th
street wharf is having repairs made TO
her decks and hull above water and the
Schooners Oscar and Edith Verrall are
also being repaired AS soon as they can
be towed TO Alexandria they will be taken
to the railway there and hauled out for
attention to hulls under water.
At the 18th street wharf masters of
power craft there are having their gaso-
line engines overhauled and minor repairs
are being made to the vessels. Masters of
vessels laid UP at down-river points are
also having their boats overhauied and
put in condition for winter service on the
Potomac.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
Y.M. C. A. SERVICE HELD.
Auditor Andrews Makes Address at
Union Station Branch.

w. +. Andrews. auditor for the Treas.
ury Department, delivered an address yes
terday afternoon before the members OF
the Terminal branch of the Young Mems
Christian Association, at the Union sta
ton, i'm connection with the New Year
services. A number of musical selections
were rendered. G.. ii. Winslow, secretary
of the branch, was i'm charge of the ar
.. X. Croggin accompanied
the singers on the piano.
1t is proposed by Mr.. Winslow to hold
similar services each Sunday afternoon.
Charles F. Nesbit is to be the speaker
next Sunday.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
BURIAL OF EUGENE C. SMITH.
Memory to Be Honored by Comrades
Tomorrow Afternoon.

With military honors the remains of
Eugene c. Smith will be inferred at Ar
lineton tomorrow afternoon. Services
will be held at the home Of his brother
111o LIST street southeast, at l o'clock pm
The ceremony for the dead of the Army
and Navy Union will be conducted at the
grave by Commander Thomas A. Green
and members of Gen. William +. Barry
Garrison, of which Mr.. Smith was an
officer.
The death Of Eugene c. Smith occurred
Saturday as the result of fall. He was
crossing policeman. stationed at 18th
and u streets, and was forty-seven years
Of age. He served hOnorably in the navy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
ARMY AND NAVY NEWS.
Army Orders.

Lieut.. Col. William D. Beach. general
staff, is detailed as a member Of the
board of geographical names, constituted
by executive order of September 4, 1890.
BY direction of the President. and upon
the application of Sergeant First Class
Herman 10th, Hospital Corps, that
soldier will be placed upon the retired
list.
Capt. Frank c. Jewell, Coast Artillery
Corps, is relieved from duty with the
9th Company and ordered to report to the
commanding officer, artillery district OF
Boston, for duty on his staff.
Lieut.. Col. James M. Burns, retired at
:his own request is relieved from duty
with the organized militia of the state of
West Virginia.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
COL. BOYD'S BIRTHDAY.
Receives Many Congratulations on
Attaining His 18th Year.

Col. John Boyd yesterday celebrated his
seventy sixth birthday al his home, 14l7
Rhode Island avenue. He received con-
calculations from many friends, and en-
joyed a birthday dinner. at which large
cake. bearing seventy-siX candles, was
served.
He was unable to leave the house. be-
cause of fracture of the arm, caused
by a fall on an icy pavement last week.
Col. Boyd came to Washington from Iowa
6fty years ago.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03

tiff's attorney, ]. A. Toomey; defendant S
attorneys, Sheehy & Shelby
Robinson agt. Hobbs; dismissed for
want of prosecution; costs against plain
tiff and o. G. Staples. surety; plaintiff S
attorney, w. B. Matthews, jr.; defend
ants attorney, F. c. Handy.
Gladman agt. Smith: motion for new
trial continued to January 4; plaintiff S
attorneys, Ralston, Siddons & Richard
son; defendants attorneys, Hufty
Burke.
In re habeas corpus of John T. Cover;
motion to set aside judgment and for
new trial overruled.
Caughey agt. Milton; judgment on YER
dict for defendant: plaintiff attorney, q.
f. Havell; defendants attorney, 1. .. IL.
Award.
BANKRUPTCY COURT-Justice Ander-
In re George S. Lane; hearing on dis,
charge fixed for January 20.
PROBATE COURT-Justice Barnard.
Estate of William II. French; letters
of administration granted to William II
French; bond, $1,000; attorneys, Lyon
Lyon.
Estate of Micah r. Brown: letters OF
administration granted to Rebecca r
Brown, bond, $500; attorneys, Lyon
Lyon.
Estate of David H. Vinton; letters OF
administration d. b. H. C. t. a. to VIII
liam A. Hayes; bond. $500
Estate of Raphael c. Smead; letters OF
administration granted to George NJ
Hays; bond, $1,2OO; attorneys, Lyon &
Lyon.
Estate of James l.. Sherman: letters OF
administ ration granted to Charles r.
Sherman; bond, $1,000; attorneys, Lyon
& Lyon.
Estate of John L. Lewis; will admitted
to probate and letters testamentary
granted to A. Jackson Taylor; bond, 500;
attorneys, Sheehy & Sheehy.
Estate of George Mathiot: petition for
probate of will filed: attorneys, Ralston,
Siddons & Richardson.
Estate of Martin j. Mccormick; Will
dated November 10. 1909, filed.
Estate of r. Warren Johnson: rule to
show cause and hearing continued; at
torneys, Tucker 4 Kenyon and l.. III.
Thomas.
Estate of Edwin Fl. Larrabee: letters
of administration granted to Josephine a.
Latham; bond 500; attorney, w. r. An
drewS.
Estate of James Thomas; letters of adj
ministration granted to Emily Thomas;
bond 500: attorney, A. ID. Smith.
Estate of Thomas J. Haines: letters OF
administration granted TO Henry Z.
Haines: bond. 5000; attorneys, MILAN d
Smith.
Estate of Olive f. Seward: order TO
transfer securities; attorney, j. j. OAR
lington.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
Naval Orders.

Lieut.. D. A. Weaver. from command Of
the Tarantula to command of the Salmon.
Ensign c. W. Nimitz. from command
of the Plunger to command of the Snap
per.
Ensign c. A. IIinkamp. from the Octo-
pus to the command of the Tarantula.
c. F. Beecher and F.. r. King have
been appointed machinists in the navy
Machinist w. c. Staufer, from the Mis-
souri, to the Hancock
Machinist ]. Mac1ntyre, from the Pam
Their to the Hancock.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
Star Office Visitors.

The following visitors registered today
at The Star office:
w. w. Read, Jersey City, \. j.: ]. S.
Baker, Albany, n. Y; Mr.. and Mrs
George II. Riebelman. Brooklyn, n. Y:
Paul Hirst. Bethlehem, Pa; Mrs. F. ].
Jones, New York city: J. c. Poillon, New
York city: NJ. Cameron, New York city;
NJ e. Pilllon. New York city. Mr.. and
Mrs. Mayo Dudley. Norfolk, Va.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
Championship Races.

Swimming races will be held to deter
mine championship at 100 yards. 400
yards and ong-distance. Pulling and sail
ing races will be held for all trophies and
challenge cups held in the fleet.
1t is not contemplated that special en-
tertainments shall be provided. but en-
couragement will be given toward devel-
oping the same for the beneficial effect on
the morale of the ships that are entertain
ing the relaxation afforded to the guests.
After the completion of elementary tar
get practice the fleet will proceed north,
maneuvering during the passage. The
ships will probably go to their home
yards for docking.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
Able to Leave Hospital.

The condition of Noble n. Potts. who
was injured in street car accident No
vember 30. has improved to such an ex-
tent as to permit his removal from the
George Washington University Hospital
to his home. 1882 New Hampshire avenue.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
Treatment Here Appreciated.

Mr.. Tower was accompanied by his
wife and his cousin, George c. Tower, of
3O4 Maryland avenue, in court this morn
ing. They were loud in praise of the
treatment which they had received in
Washington, despite of the unfortunate
circumstances which surrounded their ar
rival. Mr.. Tower said that he would
probably stay here for a few days to see
the city, since he had been unable to do
SO until the case was cleared up. He is
going to make his home in California and
may not get back to the National Capital
in long time.
When Mr.. Tower was arrested he put
up $500 in cash and was released. This
money was all returned to him this
morning. The police made a careful in
vestigation of his past record before
they released him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03

Eighty-tive per cent of the plug tobacco
exported from the United States during
the past year was exported from Peters,
burg Va. During the past year about T.
100000 pounds of tobacco, representing a
money value of $2.OOO.OOO, were manufac-
tured In Petersburg.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
FRATERNAL NOTICES.

THE CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION OF THE
birth of Albert Pike will be held under the
auspices of the supreme Council OF the SD
Degree Ancient and Accepted Scottish KITE.
at the House of the Temple. 433 I'd St NV;
Thursday evening January 6. at O'Clock. All
master Nasons in regular standing are cordaliy
invited to attend 1a'ot
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
Gen. Fuckers Condition UNCHANGED.

The condition of Gen. Daniel III. Rucker,
the oldest officer in the United States
army, who lies dangerously i'll at his
residence, No 1924 Jefferson place, was
reported this afternoon to be about the
same
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
WEATHER FORECAST.
Much Colder, With Rain or Snow
Tonight or Tuesday.

For the District of Columbia, unsettled
and much colder weather, with rain or
snow tonight or Tuesday; moderate north
west and north winds
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
UNDER PERSONAL BONDS
FRANK M. TOWER RELEASED
FROM CUSTODY BY COURT.
Boston Barber of Opinion His Ar
rest Here Was Result of
Practical Joke.

Frank NJ. Tower, the Boston barber,
who was arrested at the Union station
last Friday night upon anonymous infor-
nation filed with the police here that he
was coming to Washington armed with
a revolver and would attend the Presi-
dents New Year reception. was allowed
to depart this morning by Judge Mullowny
in the Police Court. The court took the
defendants personal bonds to keep the
peace.
Mr.. Tower is convinced that his arrest
was the result of practical joke. and he
has no more use for practical jokers. He
told the court this morning that he be-
lieved the letter informing the police that
he was going to kill the President had
been mailed from Boston by a friend who
had been in business In the same block
for number of years. and who knew
about his plans to visit Washington on his
way to Los Angeles, Cal.
Pistol Is Mere Toy.
The pistol was a pearl handled toy
which / gave my wife several years ago."
he said. 1T hasn't been fired half a
dozen times since we had it. My son was
playing with it the other day as we were
getting ready to leave Boston. friend
of mine asked me why 1 didn't load it
and carry it with me on the trip, since /
WAS going to carry considerable cash with
me. His advice seemed good to me and
/ acted upon it. not knowing the regcila-
tons of the District of Columbia. which
forbids the carrying of concealed weapons.
l was never more surprised in my life
than when / was arrested at the station
and searched
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
Swimming as Exercise.

Every day while the feet is anchored
in Guantanamo bay swimming parties
will be sent on shore in the afternoon
The men will be encouraged to swim from
the landings near camp after the COM
pletion of each days work.
A field and track meet to determine the
winner of the department trophy will be
held in the latter part of March. The in
dividual al-round championship of the
fleet will be decided in the sports to be
held FEBRUARY %. In addition to special
sparring bouts arranged between ships.
championships in each of the five classes
recognized in the fleet will be decided and
belts awarded.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03

Minimum temperature past twenty-four
hours, 40; year ago. IL.
A second cold wave has appeared in
the northwest, and it is attended by the
coolest weather of the season in that
region. A temperature OF "A degrees De-
low zero is reported this morning from
Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. and zero
Temperatures are reported from the north
ern plains states, the Rocky mountain
region. and the northern portion of the
plateau region. Warm weather continues
in the middle Atlantic and south AT
lantic and gulf states
Within the last twenty-fOur hours there
were snow flurries in northern New Eng
land, the lake region, the upper Missis-
Rocky mountain and plateau regions.
Rain has fallen in the Ohio valley, the
middle Mississippi valley, California. and
southern Arizona.
The cold weather in the northwest will
advance eastward, and overspread the dis
trcts east of the Mississippi river, except
eastern Florida, during the next thirty
six hours. The weather east of the Mis-
sissippi river will be generally unsettled.
with snow in northern and rain in south
ern, and snow or rain III intermediate dis
tricts. during the next thirty-six hours.
Cold wave warnings have been ordered
for Sault Ste. Marie and Alpena. Mich,
and Mortified and Burlington. VT.
The winds along the New England
coast will be moderate to brisk northwest
erly; on the middle Atlantic coast mod
crate northwest to north: on the south
Atlantic coast light to moderate variable.
becoming northerly on the Carolina coast:
on the east gulf coast light to moderate
variable.
Steamers departing today for European
ports will have moderate westerly winds,
becoming strong northwesterly. and I'M
settled weather to the Grand banks.
The following heavy precipitation Tin
inches) has been reported for the twenty
four hours ending 8 am, Sunday: Flag
staff, 1856
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
Records for Twenty-Four Hours.

The following were the readings OF
the thermometer and barometer at the
weather bureau for the twenty-four hours
beginning at pm. yesterday
MISUNDERSTANDING ,, pm. %; =
pm, Al: 12 midnight. a.; January g. 4
a m. a.; am, 10: II noon, 10; . PM,
81 Maximum, 53, at = Pm. January ,;
minimum, 40, at am. January 3.
MISUNDERSTANDING .. PM, 1892: y
pm 1896; 12 midnight, 1897. January
:, am, 9.95; s am, 1896. noon, 29So;
. pm. 23.S9.
Tide Tables.
TOday-IIOw tide. SOC am. and S:42
pm: high tide. 80 a. m. and :5Ss pm.
TomorroW-LoW tide. $50 am and 332
pm; high tide. 2:22 a m. and 2:45 m.
The Sun and Moon.
Today-Sun rose. 7:19 am; sun sets.
$50 pm.
Tomorrow-Sun rises, 7:13 am.
Moon, last quarter, 6:19 am.
The City Lights
The city lights and naphtha lamps all
lighted by thirty minutes after sunset:
begun one hour before sun
rise. All arc and incandescent lamps
lighted fifteen minutes after sunset and
extinguished forty-flve minutes before
sunrise
Up-River Waters.
Special Dispatch to The Star.
HARPERS FERRY, w. Va. January 3.
Both rivers clear.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
IRON CLAD ROOF WORK

Repairing. Gutternc, Thinning. Roof Painting.
Stag Roofing. The only firm i'll Washington de
voted roof work exclusively. Get esii-
mate before placing orders; remember the name.
IRON CLADGsS"%fpnasn Phone Pa15 Main Isi n, a.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
SPECIAL NOTICES.
Worch's Piano House

Offers special bargains in used pianos. knabe.
SD: Chickering, $3.50; Steinway. $26o; Need
ham, $3.50 VoSe. $3.50. HUGO WORCH. ITO q
NV Planes for rent, rent applied if purchased.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
Franc. e. Sherry, Printer,

MIR. DAOUD. THE ORIENTAL PIANIST WILL
reveal to You from your hand what you de-
sire TO know concerning all business or personal
affairs. 1922 Q NV. Phone North 1870.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
One Week for Sports.

AT the conclusion of these exercises
one week will be given over to sports.
The championship base ball games will
be played, the regatta for sailing and
pulling trophy races held, and possibly
a gymkana and water parade, if dis
position to participate is expressed.
Every afternoon when boats are not at
work boat crews will be given oppor
tunity to practice handling their boats
under sail or oars.
From Saturday. March o5, until after
elementary target practice. which begins
April IL, routine will be suspended and
the time given over entirely to gunnery
training. Additional subcaliber, search
light and range-finder practice at sea
will be carried out on Thursdays and Fri
days when the fleet is at sea. During
the eight weeks of special exercise the
brigade will land each Wednesday for
drill if practicable. The brigade will be
drilled in the simple formations and
movements at first, extending finally to
battle drills.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
FLEET TO MANEUVER
Elaborate Program of Exer-
CiSeS for Atlantic Crews.
ONE SCHEDULE ASHORE
Plans to Be Observed Prior to De-
parture of Vessels From
New York.

An elaborate program of maneuvers.
exercises. etc. has been mapped ont for
the Atlantic fleet on it's departure from
New York next Thursday. 1t contem-
plates sailing direct to the naval station
at Guantanamo, Cuba, where the vessels
will coal and undergo standardization
and full-power trials for four hours. 1t
is expected that the steaming trials will
be completed about January - Prom
that date until March ~ four schedules
of exercises will be carried out stimuli
taneously by the various divisions of the
fleet.
One of the schedules will be carried
ont entirely on shore and will consist
principally of the small-arms course on
the rifle range. In addition the reSi-
ment in camp will carry out company,
battalion and regimental drills at wall
scaling. Once a week the regiment on
shore will join with the landing force
of the rest of the fleet for brigade drill.
Another schedule consists of boat gun
target practice, mine practice. target
practice with field pieces, torpedo train
ing, etc.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03
MONTHLY PRICES OF
BEEF FAT AND BONES.
Once of WEAVER, KENGLA & CO.,

3244 X st. NV.
Telephone West $50. p. o. Box IS. Station A.
During the month of JANUARY. 1910,
we will pay for:
BEEF FAT. good quality. delivered at
BEEF FAT, good quality, collected. 41ac lb.
BONES. GREEN, delivered at fac
BONES. GREEN, collected. 81 90 100 lbs.
Goods delivered at factory will be paid for BY
cash or monthly accounts. desired. Goods col
lected by authorized collectors must be settled
by cash only.
prices arranged In accordance with prices paid
for talow the produce exchange. New York.
Dec. 30 1909. WEAVER, kENGLA & co.
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RemOdeling Plumbing.

ture To be neglected Postal or phone us
HUTCHINSON & MCCARTHY. 1917 18th.
To-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-03

Minimum temperature past twenty-fol
hours, 40; year ago. IL.