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The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
FIRE RATES
SHOULD BE LOWER
Mayor Says Salt Water System
Is Practically Ready
for Use

OAKLAND, March 30.-The new salt
water auxiliary fire system will be in
actual commission by April 1. an
nounced Mayor Mott this morning at
the board of public works session. He
explained that the apparatus could be
used in case of emergency now, and de-
clared that in few days the business
district will be well protected with the
salt water streams available in addition
to the regular engine equipment
This statement was part of the dis
cussion of proposed reduction of the
fire insurance rates. Wilber Walker,
secretary of the merchants exchange.
was before the commission for infor-
nation concerning the new apparatus.
He informed the commissioners that
the exchange wishes to obtain definite
action from the fire insurance under
writers in the matter of lower rates,
which it had been thought would be
readily given when the auxiliary sys-
tenn was finished.
The mayor took the position that the
city had done its share toward such a
reduction in improving the fire depart
ment. The administration had been
compelled, he added. to reject the plan
to use the salt water for street sprink.
ling because the underwriters objected.
THE insurance rates in Oakland were
raised 25 per cent after the San Fran
cisco fire." said the mayor. THAT is
most unfair. This city has built more
fire houses, bought more engines and
altogether enlarged the department,
and now we have the salt water sys-
tenn complete. We should be granted
lower rates. We will stand behind the
merchants in demanding them"
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
TEARS MARK HUSBANDS
TALE OF DOMESTIC WOE
Weeps While Denying Wife's
Charge of Cruelty

OAKLAND. March 3O.-The trials of
a man who marries a wealthy widow
and adopts q child were tearfully told
IN Judge EllsWorth's court today by
George W. Klopp. whose wife. Jennie, is
suing him for divorce Klopp took the
witness stand today in his own behalf,
and he had not been testifying long be-
fore copious streams Of tears flowed
down his checks.
His stepdaughter, Ellen. was the
cause Of great part of the domestic
trouble, he declared. Ellen would not
accept his authority and he was forced
70 chastise her. She persisted in tell
ing callers of his cruelty In chloro-
forming cat, much TO his frequent
abashment.
Mrs. Klopp has testified that Klopp
was extremely cruel TO her She had a
comfortable fortune when she married
him, and he refused TO work for liv-
ing she said, but borrowed money from
her. obtaining in all about $500.
Suit for divorce on the ground of de-
sertion was brought today by Bertha
McG3llery against William McGillery.
q chauffeur
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
EVENTS THE COUNTIES BORDERING ON THE BAY OF SAN FRANCISCO
CONVICTED "FfhCE"
MUST GO TO JAIL
Superior Judge Brown Sustains
Heavy Sentence Imposed
by Police Magistrate

OAKLAND. March SO.-Police Judge
Smith was informed this morning that
Superior Judge Brown had sustained
his judgment in the case of Abe Sha-
piro. a second hand dealer whom smith
sentenced to pay fine of $3.50 and go
to jail for so days for buying stolen
goods from minors. shapiro was re-
leased on 81 900 bail pending his ap-
peal. He probably will be sent 10 the
city Jail TO begin his sentence romor-
row morning.
The heavy penalty was meted out 70
Shapiro after testimony had been ad-
duced to show that he acted as
fence" for Juvenile thieves on sew
eraI occasions. Both he and his broth
er, Ben Shapiro. had been arrested lot
similar offenses before. Abe shapiro
was finally found guilty, and Judge
Smith took the defendants reputation
into consideration in imposing SEN
tence-
The police allege that several boys
barely in their teens have been IN
duced TO steal brass and iron castings
and other articles to sell to Shapiro,
and have been arrested for their acts
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
Suburban Brevities

ENDS LIFE WITH GAS-Aameda March 3d.
John CANA, laborer. committed suicide this
afternoon by gas in the home of Mrs. L.
Platt, 3249 Encinal avenue where he lodged
CANA had been despondent for some time and
recently tried to end bis life in lodging
house in San Francisco. He leaves a young son.
WHIST PARTY-Berkeley March 3O-Under
the auspices of the Ladies' aid society OF the
Catholic churches whist tournament will be
given in the Native Sons hall in Shattuck
avenue tomorrow night. On the committee in
charge are Mrs. Frank Brady, Mrs. B. Y. Hob
son and Miss Maud Byrne
STRUCK BY sTEEL-BerKeIey, March GOV
A. Shipe, an employe Of the California auto
and repair garage. 2134 Dwight way, was
struck by a piece of flying steel, which lodged
In his arm while repairing an automobile this
morning. Hs was badly lacerated and was
treated at the Roosevelt hospital by DR.. J. W.
Peck.
CLOTHING STOLEN FROM RooM-oakland
March 30.-Two overcoats and several small
articles, all worth about $50. were stolen last
night from John Thomas room at Twelfth and
Franklin streets. S. ]. Harrington complained
of the theft of $40 worth Of barbers' supplies
from his room in the Alta Vista house in
NEW COMPANY FoRMED-oakland, March 80
Articles OF incorporation of the Hufmaster
pipe laying and manufacturing company were
of 100000 of which $500 has actually been
subscribed The ineorporarors are. g. A. Huf-
master James v, Jeffries, J. B. John, J. n.
Bonham and J.. W. Blain.
CONTINUE PoLICEMEES CAsES-oakland,
March 30.-The board of police and fire COM
missioners deferred for one week decision as to
whether formal charges should be made against
Sergeant Byrne and Patromen McCready,
Flynn and Keefe. No further investigation
will be made of Policeman A. B. Smith, who
was held up by two suspects and robbed of
his revolver.
GIVEN LIFE DIPLoMAS-Oakland. March 3d.
Announcement was made today by County Su-
perintendent of Schools Frick that the follow
ing teachers have been granted life diplomas
by the state board Of education: Edna L.
Gardner. Reubena T. Jess, Mabel l.. Adams,
Mary c. Mcguire. Ava E. Barber Mary e.
McDougald, Edna Morris. Josephine Noll, Alice
r. Prole, Daisie E. Travis.
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
LEAVES FOR EAST TO
STUDY FAIRGROUNDS
Fred Wallace Will Investigate
Latest Methods

BERKELEY. March SOTO make g
study of Fairgrounds. methods and ap-
pliances in New York, Chicago and
other cities In the east, Fred Wallace
a member of the Berkeley playground
commission, departed tonight for the
east. He expects to be away about a
month. During his absence the other
members of the commission will study
bay city Fairgrounds
Mrs. william III. Marston and Allen
Freeman have been appointed by their
colleagues on the civic commission q
committee of two to draw up a set OF
bylaws to govern the organization
Regular meetings of the commission
will be held the second Wednesday OF
the month in the city hall at 4:30
o'clock.
In the near future joint meeting OF
the Fairgrounds and park commissions
will be held.
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
.JURIST'S DAUGHTER
CLAIMED AS BRIDE
Miss Amanda Troplong and
Grant Gordon Married at
at Brilliant Wedding

BERKELEY, March 30.-The wedding
OF Grant Gordon and Miss Amanda
Troplong was a brilliant event of the
evening, taking place in St. Mark s
Episcopal church in the presence of
several hundred guests. The altar was
banked with Easter lilies and callas,
a charming note of color being lent
by the pink fruit blossoms. Miss
Troplong wore handsome gown of
write satin. beautifully hand embroid-
cred and elaborated in fine lace. The
dress was made on the empire model
with a long train. The veil was caught
with q coronet Of orange blossoms and
the bride carried a shower of lilies
OF the valley.
Miss Ethel Mcconnell was the maid
of honor, wearing a pretty robe of pale
blue messaline with silver trimmings
and carrying an armful OF brid esmaid' S
roses The bridesmaids, Miss Claire
Cole and Miss Carolyn Koford, were
similarly gowned in empire robes of
blue silk, pink rosebuds forming their
bouquets.
Daniel Hammick assisted the bride
groom as best man. The ushers were
DR. Albert Howe, Harold Pitchford and
A. Kinell. The marriage service was
read by Rev. Edward Lamb Parsons.
rector Of thei church.
After a tour of the southern part
of the state and Mexico, Mr.. and Mrs.
Gordon will return to establish their
home in Claremont. The bride is the
daughter of the late o. B. Troplong
Of the supreme bench of Manila. Cor
don is the son of David Gordon, a
well known orange grower of the
south. He is a graduate of the Uni
versity of California and at present
enga ged in business across the bay.
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
CHANGES PROPOSED
FOR STUDENT BODY
Graduate Manager of Athletics
May Be Given Control of All
Financial Matters

BERKELEY. March 30.-There have
been seven amendments proposed to the
constitution of the student body of the
university by a committee composed of
Chaffee E. Hall. chairman; Stuart O'Mel-
veny, Vernon r. Churchill and Nat
Schmulowitz. and they will be presented
to the students for decision April s.
Under the changes proposed the grad
uate manager of athletics will also
handle the finances of the classes and
such other student activities as are des-
ignated by the executive committee.
and for this extra la abor his salary will
be raised from $1,000 to $1,500 a year If
the amendment carries.
Another change calls for the election
into the big SC society of the athletes
of other men wearing college letters
besides captains of teams.
Under the amendments a debating
council is created, the executive COM
mittee is increased to include faculty
member. the quorum for the transac-
tion of business of the student body is
fixed at $50 instead of 70 and a womans $
affairs committee is abolished
The banquet of the members of the
civil engineering society of the stu
dents has been set for April in san
tor Henry of the Engineering Record,
Loren E. Hunt and Prof. r. T. Craw-
ford. Prof. Charles c. Derleth Jr.,
head of the college. will be the toast
master. o. l.. Maisel heads the COM
mittee of arrangements. which includes
D. F. Chase, c. A. Whitton, Gus Olson
and E. f. Cykler.
A supper will be served by the women
of the senior class after the assembly
Thursday night In Hearst hall. Miss
Elizabeth Worley is chairman of the
finance committee and Miss Charlotte
Biedenbach head of the supper commit
tee for the evenings affair.
The Knox college glee club. which
has been singing along the line of the
Santa Fe railroad. is being entertained
by the various fraternitieS and house
clubs on the campus. The men will
return home in a few days.
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
GOVERNOR PARDONS
CIVIL WAR VETERAN
Releases Prisoner From City
Jail to Save Health

OAKLAND, March 30.-Albert II.
Southwick. an aged civil war veteran.
was released from the city jail today.
Governor Gillett having pardoned him
yesterday. He will go to the Old Sol
diers' home at Sawtelle.
In a letter apprising Southwtck OF
the pardon. the governor says:
Il have decided to pardon you. upon
the advice of the chief of police and
the district attorney. not because I
think you are deserving of a pardon
for the offeuse YOU committed, but be-
cause it seems that confinement there
in the Jail to any further extent would
probably result in injury to your
health"
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31

PROPOSALS FOR SUPPLIES and SERVICES
for FISCAL YEAR beginning July l. 1910 aud
ending JUNE 80. 1911. Office Depot Quarter
master. 1855 North Point street. San Francisco
CAL MARCH 1, 1910. SEALED PROPOSALS.
in tripIcate. will be received here Until II o'clock
A NJ Pacific Time. FRIDAY. April l. 1910 for
coal for steaminZ. blacksmithing and fuel pur-
poses: fuel oil. gasoline. mineral oil. rubber
stamps. barge for removal OF ashes. scavenger
service, laundering, towel service. shoeing ami
mails and hauling military stores IN San Fran
cisco and vicinity. UNITED STATES reserves
right to accept reject any or all proposals. or
any parts thereof. Information and blank pro-
uosals furnished on application. Proposals for
each class Of supplies services should be en-
closed in separate envelopes. marked with num-
Der OF proposal SDd date cf opening. and ad-
dressed r. p YOUNG. Depot ousrtermaster.
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
How to Make Better Cough
Syrup Than You Can Buy

y full pint of cough syrup
enough to last a family a long
time-can be made by the recipe
given below in five minutes. for
only 54 cents. Simple as il is,
there is nothing better at any
price. 1t usually stops a deep
seated cough in twenty-fOUr
hours. and is a splendid house
hold remedy for whoOpiug cough,
colds, hoarseness, bronchitis. etc.
Take pint of granulated
sugar. add y pint warm water
and stir about minutes Put
21z OF. Pinex in pint bottle and
fill up with syrup. Take a tea
spoonful every one. two or three
hours 1t keeps perfectly and
the taste is pleasing.
The chemical elements OF pine.
which are very healing to mem
branes, are obtained in high pro-
portion in Pinex. the most valu-
able concentrated compound OF
Norway White Pine Extra CT.
None of the weaker pine prepa
ratiOns will work with this
recipe. Your druggist has Pinex,
or can easily get it for YOU
Strained honey can be used in
stead of the syrup and makes a
very fine honey and pine tar
cough syrup
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
USE POSTAL CARDS TO
ADVERTISE CLASSIC
Photographs of Cast of Nero
VIII Be Distributed

BERKELEY, March 3o.-Postal card
photographs of the cast of Nero
which will be staged in the Greek the
ater April %, have been made and will
be widely distributed on the campus of
the university and in the bay cities.
There are seven different kinds of
cards. and these will be extensively
used In advertising the English club
play, which is to be staged by the stu
dents.
ReveI Miller, a prominent student,
has been named as manager of the
Occident magazine by the English club
in place of ]. Fl. Bowden, who resigned
on account of the pressure OF COL
lege work.
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
ELKS WILL CONDUCT
c. e. INNES' FUNERAL
Body of Travelling Salesman En-
Route to Alameda

ALAMEDA, March 30.-The remains
Of c. Edward Innes, a travelling sales
man Of this city, who committed sui
eide in Los Angeles Monday night, are
expected to arrive here tomorrow in
charge Of his brother, George A Innes.
The funeral will be held Friday
morning with private services at his
late residence. 1920 Clinton avenue, and
services at the Oakland crematory, the
last to be conducted by Oakland lodge
of Elks.
No reason is yet known why Innes
killed himself. His domestic life was
happy, his friends say, and his finan-
ciaI affairs were in good condition. IL
is thought by some Of the dead mans
friends that recent illness may have
preyed upon his mind and prompted
lf-destruction.
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
URGES CLUBWOMEN TO
HELP BEAUTIFY CITY
Secretary Denison of Chamber
of Commerce Gives Address

OAKLAND. March S0.-Adna A. Deni-
son. secretary of the chamber of COM
merce, addressed the women of the
Oakland club and their guests this aft
ern6on, choosing as his subject The
Cooperation of the Women of Oakland
IN the City's Improvement"
Denison urged the clubwomen to in
culcate in their children civic spirit
and local patriotism. AS an immediate
work he suggested that they make an
effort to eautify the school yardssand
to make more attractive the approaches.
especially those of the railroads, to the
city.
Mrs. C. G. Borton presided as hostess
of the afternoon, offering a program
of music at the conclusion of the adj
dress.
Next Wednesday the annual meeting
and the election of the board of direc-
tors will engage the interest of the
clubwomen.
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
CHARITY COMMISSION
HOLDS FIRST MEETING
Rev. E. l.. Parsons Chosen Pres.
ident of Organization

BERKELEY, March 30.-Rev. Ed
ward Lamb Parsons, rector of 81.
Marks Episcopal church. was named
as president of the Berkeley charities
commission this afternoon at its ini-
tial meeting.
Prof. E f. Hatfield OF the depart
ment of economies was elected vice
president and Miss Jessica Peixotto,
also of the faculty, was chosen secre-
tary. The committee discussed in a
general way the policy which will be
pursued and will shortly make report
for publication.
other members of the civic body i.
attendance at the meeting in the city
hall were: J. L Barker, L. H. Lewars
z. E. Nichols and J. w. Flynn.
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
Marriage Licenses

OAKLAND, March 3o.-The following mar
riage licenses were issued today:
Charies A. BENJAMIN. 25, Oakland, and Wanda
NJ. haistead, is, Alameda
Francis B. Smith % and Elizabeth M. Ora
HEX, 20. both of Oakland.
Albert Olivia, 21. and Mary Paduvana, Is,
both OF Oakland
John J. Silva % and Nellie A. Retzlof, q,
both of Oakland
Louis J. kuehne, 25, Long Beach, and Clara
Robert B; keim, s5. and Dollie Stiles. 30,
both of Oakland
Frank $. shattuck. 49, Reno and Mildred F.
Whittemore. ~. Stockton
Morris Goldstein. 81, and Tina Marks. SO,
Louis J. Duprsy, u, Berkeley. and cathegins
&c. Sweeney, 50, Boston, Masa.
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
CANADIAN PACIFIC
RAILWAY
PROPOSALS

OFFICE CONSTRUCTING QUARTERMAsTER
Fort MSson, San Francisco, Cal, February l.
l9iO-Sealed proposals. IN tripncate win be re-
ceived here until noon, Pacific time. April I.
1870 and then publicly opened. for constructing
an Administers tion building and two storehouses
including Grading. installing Plumbing Heating
Electric Wiring and ConduitS. Elevators and Fire
Depot Fort Mason. San Francisco. California IN
accordance with drawings and specifications hy
Rankin Kellogg Crane. Architects. 1Of2 Wal
nut street. Philadelphia Pa. copies Of which
may be had upon application to this office or to
Depot Quartermaster. New York City. or Chief
Onartermaster, Department OF the Lakes chi
cago Illinois. Application for drawings and spe-
ci6cations must be accompanied by a certified
check for $3.50, made payable TO Treasurer OF the
United States, which check. the proceeds OF
same viii be retained until return OF drawings
and specihcatfons. All envelopes containing soro-
nosals must be marked Proposals FOR bindings
etc Army supply Depot" and addressed TO
Major Geo. Mex. Williamson. Quartermaster
u 8. A.
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
Coast Brevities

RATS KILL 900 CHICKS-Petaluma March so
ON the ranch OF J. NJ. Ullins at Peun Grove
last night rats emptied brooder house. carry
ing the chicks under the floor. where Ullins
found 300 with their throats cut
ENgoMBED MANS BODY RECOVERED Mon
rovia Cal. March 30--The body of William
Pickering who was entombed In well on the
bradbury ranch nearly week ago and whose
tapping on the walls for some hours after
ward spurred rescuers TO hereulean efforts.
was recovered today at depth of so feet 1t
was necessary to sink a shaft paralleling the
well to reach it
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
AUDITORIUM SCHEME
PROVES A SUCCESS
Yields Net Profit of $1,000
Yearly i'm Kansas City

OAKLAND, March 30.-In reply to
letters written by Secretary A. A. Den
ison of the chamber of commerce to
various cities throughout the United
States. asking for information regard
ing auditoriums, municipality and other
wise conducted. the annual report OF
the Kansas City convention hall has
been received. 1t shows that the audi
torium idea there Is a success.
The structure in Kansas City cost
$4S5,000. which amount was subscribed
in the form of stock taken In small
lots by merchants and residents.
For the year ending April 30, 1909,
the Investment yielded a profit of $7,093
net, after interest and all expenses
had been settled. =
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31

JOINS MORRIS FoRCES-Berkeley, March SO-
James o. Sully. expert accountant of this city
and San Francisco, has been appointed head
accountant for the William Morris theatrical
corporation, with headquarters in San Fran
cisco. Sully. who has lived here for number
of years and is a of Harry A. Sully, the
we'll known elubman, will assume his new
duties at once.
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
BROTHER SUED FOR
BUSINESS ACCOUNTING

OAKLAND, March SO.-Suit has been
brought in the superior court by Bessie
Gallagher of Alameda against her
brother, II. c. Gala CHER of the under
taking firm of Smiley & Gallagher. for
an accounting of the business, in which
she claims she is partner. Her claim
is denied by Gallagher. who says that
he is now the sole owner of the firm
and that the plaintiff never was an in
terested partner
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
JAILED
ON BURGLARY CHARGE
Suspect FIees to Los Angeles
and Is Captured

OAKLAND, March SO.--Lee Won
Jacobs. an entertainer at vineyards
roadhouse in East Fourteenth street,
who disappeared several days ago, was
arrested today at Los Angeles on a
charge of burglary. He will be brought
back here. He is charged with break
ing into the cash register in the bar
room and taking $25, and with stealing
clothes from a room occupied by Fred
Stone, a bar tender at the roadhouse.
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
VIOLINIST is GUEST
OF GREEK SORORITY
Alpha Chi Omega Pays Honor
to Miss Maud Powell

BERKELEY, March s0.--Members of
the Alpha Chi Omega sorority of the
university entertained at a reception
this afternoon and tonight in their Eu-
cid avenue home in honor of Miss Maud
Powell, the violinist
More than 500 invitations were is
sued for the social function and there
were present many prominent residents
from the bay cities.
Mrs. Harry B. Torrey, Mrs. Leone
Kelley and members of the sorority
were in the receiving line.
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31

PROPOSALS FOR PRINTING-San Francisco.
CAL. March l, 191O-Sealed proposals. In trlpn-
NJ April l. 1910. and then opened. for doing
the printing and furnishing the material therefor.
reouired at Headquarters Department OF Calff0r-
MIA during the fiscal year ending June 30. 1911
Preference will be given to articles Of domestic
production or manufacture. conditions OF quality
and price (including duty thereon) being equal
information furnished on application. Envelopes
FOR Printing and addressed to E. von SCHRA-
DER Dept O N. Genl. Chief Q. d.
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
LECTURES PLANNED
ON THE "WHITE PLAGUE
Open Air Talks Are Part of the
Educational Campaign

OAKLAND. March 30.-The Alameda
county society for the study and pre-
vention of tuberculosis will apply to
the city council for permission to give
open air lectures on the white plague"
in the city parks. The lectures will be
part of a general crusade to educate
the public in the necessary precautions
against the disease.
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31

PROPOSALS FOR WOOD. COAL, MINERAL.
OIL GASOLINE. AND LAUNDERING OF
EeUIPAGE-Ofnce OF ouartermaster. Recruie
Depot Fort Mcdowell. Cal. March 1, 1910
eeiVed here until IL NJ. April /. 100 and then
opened, for furnishing. during the nscal year
commencing July 1. 1910, wood. coal, mineral
oil. gasoline and laundering OF equipage. Infor-
nation and blank forms furnished On applicatioa
to undersigned LEON B. KRONER. ouartsr-
nastsE.
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31

II. ScheIlhaas offers roll top office
desks Corner store. Eleventh street at
Franklin
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31

treatment for a few months I am en-
tirely well and free from pain. Faith
fully yours. HECTOR BEAULA.
1892 Kearny Street. San Francisco.
San Francisco. February 2. 1910.
DR.. Wong Him-Dear Sir: For three
or four years 1 suffered with nervous
liver trouble. 1 could not eat potatoes.
bread or any starchy foods for months
and was at deaths door. AS last re-
source I applied to you. I did not care
to take Chinese herbs. but was COM
PEELED to. as I could not receive any re-
lief from any other source. After a few
months was entirely cured and can
eat all kinds of food. even starchy
foods. for which I tender you my sin
cere thanks.
MRS. ELIZABETH KLUBER,
2273 Post Street. S. r. Cal
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31

- - - - 49, -
number of years
I r o m Bright's
d i S e a S g and
Stomach Trou-
BILE, I came to
you for an ex-
animation and
treatment Your
diagnosis d of my
case, by simply
feeling the pulse
gave me conf
dence. and after
70 Lfro@ xynnH hnah
The San Francisco call., 1910-03-31
They Speak for Themselves

San Francisco, Nov. 81, 1909.
DR.. Wong Him, 1868 O'Farren Street
San Francisco=Dear Doctor: After