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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12
NEARLY READY FOR CRUISE.
Power Launch Club Receiving Out
fit at 18th Street Wharf.

The power launch Club, which Capt.
Aleck Watson purchased from Charles
K. Heath of this city several weeks ago.
has completed overhauling at Regan's
shipyard and is now lying at the nth
street wharf receiving her finishing
touches and outfit preparatory to sailing
on a summer fishing cruise on the lower
Potomac.
Capt Watson will be the first Of the
summer fishermen to leave here for down
river points and he will work his nets.
1t is stated, in the vicinity Of Maryland
point and will ship his catch to Washing
ton. The catch Of fish in the Potomac so
far this season has been very light, but
better results are looked for as the river
is again becoming clear and in condition
for fishing.
Within the next week or two several
other fishermen will leave here for lower
river points to work nets for summer fish.
The Club is the only power boat employed
in fishing on the river.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12

terday on her first trip in company with
barge No. So from Baltimore, and after
unloading her cargo at Georgetown start
ed on return for Baltimore. No. 3 Is con-
siderably larger than No. II, the barge
she succeeds, and was brought to Balti-
more from New York last week.
The change was made In order to make
the consignments of oil to this city and
other ports on the bay larger than hereto
FORE as the demand IL constantly growing
heavier, and with the smaller barges. 1t IL
orders.
Barge No. Il, which was in service here.
has gone to New York. and will be used
in the vicinity of that city.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12
NEW OFFICERS INSTALLED.
Impressive Ceremonies Are Held by
Dupont Circle.

Officers Of Dupont Circle No 1876. Pro-
tected Home Circle. were installed last
evening at a meeting in FIynn's Hall, 9Th
and K streets northwest. The ceremonies
were conducted by Grand President Wal
ter l.. Taylor. Past Presidents william
Rocker, w. A. Kline. Mrs. w. r. Ruff
and n. H. FitZhugh.
A musical and literary program was
furnished by several of the members. Miss
Jennie Talbot gave a piano selection.
while William A. Lepley sang a tenor
solo. Ray Japhet gave a recitation and
monologue and Adam Luber gave a song
and dance sketch. A vocal solo was sung
by Miss Annie Scrivner.
Addresses were made by W. w. Rocker,
John E. Rhodes, W. J. Armstrong, Will
liam r. Marshall and James Richard
son.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12

George c. Wright. said to be the oldest
coffee importer in the United States. died
yesterday at his home in watertown.
Mass. He was a member of the firm OF
Dwinell-Wright Company of Boston.
which has Offices here at 9Oo Pennsylvania
avenue. Mr.. Wright was well known TO
many Washingtonians, who had a high
regard for him. He had been a coffee
importer since 1915
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12
FUNERAL OF JACOB COVERT.
G. A. r. Services at Grave, Phil
Sheridan Post Ohicating.

The funeral OF Jacob Covert. veteran
printer and veteran of the civil war. will
be held at 10 o'clock tomorrow from his
late home. HOO D street northeast. The
services of the G. A. r. will be conducted
by Phil Sheridan Post. Of which he was
member. A delegation Of members of
Columbia Typographical Union will at
tend the obseQuies. Interment will be
at Arlington with military honors.
Mr.. Covert died yesterday morning. Be-
fore coming to this city he was prominent
in Indiana politics. He served in the
legislature of the state and was once
candidate for the United States SEN
ate, but was defeated. His wife and
four children survive him. They are Mrs
G. L. Austin. Mrs. c. p Beard, C. G.
Covert and w. H. Covert.
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OPENS ROOF GARDEN.
Order Of Elks Affords Entertainment
to Members and Friends.

Washington Lodge, No. Is, B. p. o. E..
opened its roof garden last night on top
Of the Elks' four-story building in II
street between 9th and 10th streets. The
garden was thronged with members and
their friends, and an amusing program
was given. The house committee has
done much to make the garden attractive,
and it is expected it will prove great
During the season the Eiks' Ministries
will appear. and vaudeville acts OF the
highest character will be provided. The
roof garden will be open every evening
except Sundays and the first Wednesday
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12
Church Holds Lawn Fete.

A lawn fete for the purpose Of raising
money to be applied to the building fund
of the German Lutheran Church opened
last night on the church lot at Wisconsin
avenue and Volta place. The fete il
under the auspices OF the Ladies' Aid So
ciety. The grounds were decorated for
the occasion. unique feature being the
illumination of the booths by electricity.
Music was furnished by the Industrial
Home Band. The booths are In charge
Of J. g. Bergman, Mr. and Mrs James
Hall. Mrs. Nellie Rohr, Mrs. Henry Kun
kel. Miss Lenora Wise, Mrs. H. g. Wag-
ner. Mrs. Blessing and Mrs. ]. 8. Berry
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Installation of Officers.

At meeting of Lafayette Lodge, No.
Ii. Independent Order of Mechanics, at
40 10th street northwest last night
District Deputy r. T. Bricker installed
the following officers: N W. Bond.
worthy master: S. ". Drummer. iunior
master; L. Hutes, recording secretary. p
j. Cooksy, financial secretary: G. w
Spates. chaplain, and E. Brown, con-
ductor.
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FUNERAL OF MRS. w1LMARTH.
Prominent Resident of. Washington
Victim of Heart Trouble.

Funeral services were conducted yester-
day in the chapel at Oak Hill cemetery
for the late Mrs. Caroline Wilmarth, who
died recently in Fairfax, Va. Rev. DR..
Peters of the Church of the Epiphany
ofiiciated.
Mrs. Wilmarth. who was the widow of
]. G. Wilmarth, formerly of the firm
Of Wilmarth & Edmonston. had been a
sufferer from heart trouble for many
years. She was visiting friends in Fair
fax when her death occurred.
Three children. Mrs. Delphine Wilmartk
Brown, Mrs. Walter A. Browne, and
Walter G. WiimaEth, survive her. When
in this city she lived at $3.50 nth street
northwest. the home Of Mrs. Browne.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12

AMusEMENrs TONIGHT.

Columbia-The Columbia Players In
Sunday" Sis pm.
Belasco-Ben Greet Players In "A Mid
summer Nights Dream" S:15 pm.
Casino-vaudeville and moving pictures.
100 to B and z 80 to IL pm.
Majestic-Vaudeville and moving pic
lures, to and to IL pm.
Cosmos-Vaudevillea and moving pictures,
ii am. to IL pm.
Glen Echo-Free motion pictures.
dancing and other amusements.
Chevy Chase Lake-Marine Band con-
cert, followed by dancing.
The Arcade-Roof garden, motion pic
lures, bowling, etc.
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OPPOSE FIGHT PICTURES
NEGRO BAPTISTS GLAD THEY
HAVE BEEN BARRED.
Home for the Aged Urged by Mod.
orator Of the Washington
Association.

The Commissioners were thanked for
barring the Jefries-Johnson fight pictures
from the District, and a colored Baptist
home for the aged for this city was urg-
ed at the opening session of the Wash
ington Baptist Association, held today at
IL o'clock in Mount JeZreel Baptist
Church. 9Th and e streets southeast. The
expressions were made in an address by
Rev. NJ. w. d. Norman, the moderator
Of the convention. The Commissioners
of the District of Columbia said the
clergyman, deserve the thanks Of the
entire people for the barring from the
theaters the moving pictures Of the JEFF
fries-Johnson fight, but all the excite
ment and hurrah and fury created by the
fight was unnecessary and all Of us who
allowed the animal to get the best Of
us in this matter should be ashamed Of
ourselves. and the sooner the whole thing
~ forgotten the better it will be for all
VI us.
Home for the Aged.
Continuing. he said: THE one object
that needs our immediate attention, and
which should be the pride of the Baptist
family in the District, is an old folks
home. ~
1T is disgrace for the 10000 Baptists
In the District of Columbia not to support
home for the aged and infirm Of our
churches" - r..
Program for Today.
The program included. Devotions. Revs
Jesse Taylor and j. N. Beaman; address
of welcome, Rev. P. Stewart: response,
Rev. E. B. Gordon; appointment of COM
mittees; collection.
The program for the afternoon session
follows: Devotions. Revs. j. l. Loving and
w. b. arroll; Introductory sermon. Rev.
E. e. Ricks election Of officers.
This evening the devotions will be con-
Quoted by Revs. L. D. Best and A. HO-
gans; doctrinal sermon. Rev. ]. Matthews;
address, Rev. w. J. Howard.
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Assistant at Arlington.

Raymond Beale. formerly assistant
superintendent Of the national cemetery
1t Fredericksburg. Va, has been trans
ferred to this city. for duty as assistant
superintendent of the national cemetery
At Arlington. Va. to fill vacancy. He
has been granted fifteen days leave Of
absence, at the expiration of which he
will assume his new duties
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12
SILK GARMENT AND $40
FOR REMOVAL OF HOODOO
Colored Woman Concludes She Has
Been Swindled and Notifies
the. Police.

Blanche Nelson. colored, a servant In
the family Of w. w. White. U. s. NJ.
1744 @ street northwest. told Detectives
Pratt and Hewlett yesterday that she
has been defrauded by a fortune teller.
She said she had given the woman
$40 and a skirt because Of
promises the latter made to take a
spell of her.
1t is said the woman called to see
Blanche and wanted to tell her fortune.
The latter had no desire to pay for
such foOlishness." as she expressed it,
but when the caller read her palm and
told her Of dire things that were going
to happen to her. and informing her
that another girl had put a spell on
her. she sat up and took notice.
Gypsy Fails to Return.
The woman who posed as gypsy
induced Blanche to give her $40 and let
her wear the silk skirt referred to, ex-
planning that treatment lasting ten days
would effectually remove the spell. Sat-
urday the gypsy was to have returned
and when she failed to appear at the
home Blanche concluded she had been
duped.
Blanche is now anxious to have the
return her money and wearing apparel.
She was able to furnish a good descrip-
ton OF the alleged swindler.
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JAMES o. CARTER BURIED.
Odd Fellows Act as Pallbearers at
the Funeral.

The funeral of James 0. Carter, who
died Saturday at his home. 1914 b street
southwest. took place at 2 O'Clock this
afternoon from the residence. The SER
vices were conducted by Rev. William j.
d. Thomas. rector Of the Church OF Our
Savior. Brookland. D. c., assisted by Rev
Colwort X. p. Cogswell. rector of Grace
Episcopal Church.
Members Of Beacon Lodge, No. Is. Order
OF Odd Fellows, of which the deceased
was q member. acted Is pallbearers.
Burial was In Rock Creek cemetery.
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Retail Clerks on an Outing.

The eleventh annual summer excursion
Of the local branch of the Retail Clerks
International Association was held last
night on the st. Johns. A four-hour
sail down the Potomac river was enjoy
ed. About go members. their families
and friends took the trip. A musical pro-
gram. dancing and a light supper were
the diversions.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12

Corps. and son-in-law of DR.. Llewellyn
Eliot. has been appointed secretary to the
board Of health of Cumberland, Md. I'M
der the new government recently insti-
tuted there. Dr. Harrington has resigned
from the health Office. with which he
has been connected for a number of
years in the contagious disease service.
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Sues Railway for $4,000.

Because Martin L. McLearen was
struck on the head by the bridge over
the tracks at nth street southwest one
year ago today, and died a. result of
the injury. Frank c. McLearen, his ad-
ministrator. has fled suit to recover
&1e.o 900 damages from the Washington
Southern Railway Company. 80 -.----.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12

One hundred Oklahoma school teachers,
winners in a tour contest conducted re-
Gently by magazine in that state, are
due here for a brief sojourn August to
IL. inclusive. They will spend their time
in sightseeing in Washington and visit
ing points of interest in the nearby Sec
tons of Maryland and Virginia.
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ONE DRINK; ROBBED.
That's the Story a Virginia Mar
Tells the Police.

Knocked down and robbed of $3.50 and
a watch was the story related to the
police Of the eighth precinct last night by
Van F. Thomas of Arlington Va. Thomas,
who is visiting Washington. told the
police that he was robbed by an unidenti-
fed colored man while in the alley in
rear of 1881 10th street.
II had one drink with the man." said
the visitor from Arlington, land then he
robbed me-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12
On Commanders Staff.

In general orders just promulgated by
Commander-in-Chief Edward ]. Gihon OF
the United Spanish War Veterans from
headquarters at Boston Capt Thomas A.
Green of Henry w. Lawton Camp OF
this city is appointed a national aide
de-camp The appointee is past quar-
termasfer of the Department of the Dis
trict of Columbia, L. S. w. ". and the
present department quartermaster of the
Army and Navy Union.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12
Perseverance Lodge Meeting.

At the last meeting Of Perseverance
Lodge. No. 2. 1. o. G. T., Mrs. E. U. Carr
gave piano solo, while Mr. and Mrs.
A H. Treat sang a duet. A vocal solo
was sung by Miss Dottie Corning. Sew
eral addresses were made by members
Of the lodge. large number of mem
bers attended the meeting.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12
Meeting of N. U. Council.

AT meeting of the Pressments Coun-
Gil. No 13s. National Union. held last
night reports of delegates to the cabinet
were received and approved. The sena-
tors who are to represent the council In
the supreme body of the order at Toledo
July Is. were instructed In their duties.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12
Protection For VI

Protection For Your valuables.
Don't leave town without first placing
your valuable papers and jewels In Safe
Deposit Box in vaults Of Union Trust Co..
18th & H SITS. Rented IS year upward
Advt.
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New Furniture at Auction

Wednesday morning. commencing IL
o'clock. You can save money in the pur-
chase of these manufacturers selected
sample pieces. Terms cash, but any pur-
chase can be reserved for later removal
on payment of deposit. Wilson &
Mayors, 1927 and 1923 G street
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Sues r. B. Company for $4,000.

The Washington Railway and Electric
Company has been sued for $1,000 dam
ages alleged TO have been sustained by
Carrie Miles, a passenger, July 1. 1900.
She says she was thrown from the car
as the result of violent jolting of the
vehicle.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12
ON HER FIRST TRIP.
Barge No. 3 in Service of Standard
Oil Company.

Tank barge No. 3. which has taken the
place Of barge No. n in the service Of the
Standard Oil Company on Chesapeake
bay and its tributaries, arrived here yes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12

-portieres or old curtains that you do
not wish to discard have them cleaned
and dyed at ANTON FISCHER'S, 9o6 q
ST. The renovation costs little, Tel NJ. 1912
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Ride Out to Chevy Chase Lake
and cool off," Marine Band. dancing
Advt.
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Program for Today.

Low ROund-TTip Rates
to Pacific Coast via Washington-Sunset
Route. A. ]. Poston, G. A., 7O5 15th-905
r stS-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12
MIX Bread 4. Highly Beneficial.

Ii is the most delicious-most nutritious
bread you can buy. Made in the real
home way and delivered fresh and clean
from oven to table, &c. Delicious Home
made Pies, all favorite kinds, 2Oc.
Holmes Bakery, 1O7 F st. Tel NJ. 4J37.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12

Reliable Relief for Eyes That Need
Care. Murine Eye Remedy ScotheA
Doesn't Smart You Will Like Murine.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12

Won Cen; n0 Business
on q small capital II you invest Q little
Of II In the classified columns Of The Star.
An inexpensive ad. often brings big ~
suits.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12
Take ADVANTAGE of This.

During July special inducements. in the
matter of terms, will be given all who
open accounts with Peter Grogan & Sons
Company. Go to them for anything need
ed to make your home comfortable.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12

Every Builder I'm Town should Have
one of our Estimate Record Books. Free.
Eisinger Bros, Milwork, elO9 9TH NV.
jy1l-d,eS.3
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Plant ON fire.
$3.50 LOSS TO POTOMAC POWER
COMPANY.
Flames Start in Storeroom-G
Street Awning Ablaze-Another
Small Job for Firemen.
By T. E. Pozvers

Fire discovered about o'clock this
morning in the plant of the Potomac
Electric Power Company. PIT 14th
street, caused about $3.50 damage
The fire was in the storeroom, and is
thought may have been caused by spon-
taneous combustion. In this room
and parafin.
No. 2 truck company found the flames
gaining Roadway. An alarm was sound
ed. which brought out the downtown
department.
Merchants OF the neighborhood gath
cred, fearing the blaze would spread
to their property. The fremen acted
quickly. however. and succeeded in
combining the fire to the second floor of
the building where it originated
Cause Not Determined.
There was nothing to determine the
origin Of the fire. The building was
closed and the lighting current was
shut of. Firemen made a careful ex-
animation. but were unable to decide
the cause.
When the firemen went to the building
tney 1oaIeQ tfOuOleS WITH eleCtTlC wires.
The current. had been shut off all night,
however. and they were able to work
free Of this menace.
Policemen and hremen estimated the
damage at about $1,000. Oflcials Of the
company believe the loss will not ex-
coed $3.50, although it will be necessary
for them to take stock before the exact
loss can be determined.
Two Other Fires.
No. 2 engine company responded to
call about O'Clock yesterday afternoon
and found that the awning in front OF
the building Of Robert Caverly. 1881 Z
street northwest, had been destroyed by
fire. A lighted cigarette dropped on the
awning had caused the blaze. About 800
damage resulted.
A slight fire about s o'clock last night
in the home of J. j. Mooney, SO2 o
street, was caused by broken gas pipe
No. 7 engine company prevented disas-
trous blaze. The damage was nominal.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12
CITY ITEMS.
II You Prefer the Im,ert.S

II You Prefer the Imported
article IL can only be because "PERFECs
TlON GINGER ALE" is unknown 20
you. Try this delicious thirst-killer at once.
Grocers, or phone Arlington Bottling Co.
jyl2-jd
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ARtistic Floral Work.
GUIDES artists are experts at arranging
floral decorations and designs. 1914 F.
Advt.
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a Case Of Heurich's beers

lis case of necessity I'm summer. The
most healthful. refreshing drinks you can
provide for your household. , doz Lager,
S1.5o: > doZ. MaerZen or Senate S.15;
bottle rebate, soc. Postal OF Tel. w. i6Ol
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12

Reasonably Priced Floral Designs
q speciality. Shaffer, 14th & Eye" NV
-Advt.
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Motor Rides to Rockville
and Great Falls are delightful TTCO
touring cars So & 81 hour. Phone n. 1212
-Advt.
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GOES TO CUMBERLAND.
Dr.. Harrington Appointed Secretary
Of Board Of Health.

Dr.. F. q Harrington. son OF the late
Gen. F.. H. Harrington Of the Marine
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12

Developing and Printing for Amateurs
dept. M W. J. Krouse. ~ 9th ST. NV.
jyS-ftu-tf
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Money to lend at and 81 on real estate.
Frank T. Rawlings Co.. 1905 Pa. ave.
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Peach Ice Cream,
Made from the fresh fruit. $1.00 gal.
Fred G. Reisinger, 291S 14th. Tel Col. $50
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Are Not Only Cleaned

Carpets Are Not Only Cleaned
thoroughly by CONGER'S process, but
are also effectually MOTHPROOFED.
The very best treatment for your fooi
coverings. 23d e. ". Y. ave. Phone w. 42I
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12
Elimination of Dust.

The citizens are confronted daily since
the arrival Of the automobile with the
dust problem. and In order to assist the
citizens residing along Carroll avenue,
the main thoroughfare Of the town. to
abate this nuisance. the town last night
appropriated the sum Of $50 Of the es-
timated cost Of $40 to eliminate the dust,
provided the citizens in that section
raise the balance Of the funds needed.
NJ. Frank Ripper renewed his request
for a sewer on Carroll avenue between
Lincoln and Sligo avenues, abutting lots
81, 80 and 81. The sewer committee es-
timated the cost at $3.50 for about LOO
feet Of pipe The matter was referred
to the finance committee.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12
Near the G. p. O.

Leave advertisements for The Evening
Star at Kenealys Prescription Pharmacy.
631 North Capitol street.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12

Old Gas Ranges Made New.
GIG 18th. c. A. Muddiman g. Co. 1904 q.
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Sunday Dinner. ut Union station.

The table d'hote dinner at Union sta.
ton restaurant. Sunday evenings, is dis
continued till further notice
jyl2-tu, IN. sa,3t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12
Two Other Fires.

When Tired Ont
Take Horsford's Acid Phosphate.
1t vitalizes the nerves and assists the
Observation-Disclosures and invigorates.
-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-12
Gypsy Fails to Return.

Go to kraemer'a
for Duff Gordon 30 Sherry Wine. 735 7th.
-Advt.