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The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
SUSPECTS STUDENTS ARE
PLEDGED BY "FRATS"
Alameda High School Principal
Making Investigation

ALAMEDA, Feb. 16.-Tha't- some of
the students at the Alameda high school
are being pledged to affiliate during
vacation with the secret fraternities
and sororities placed under the ban by
the legislature is the suspicion of DIR.
q. L. Thompson, principal of the school.
He is making an investigation and to-
day questioned a number of students.
The principal drew forth nothing but
denials from the pupils he examined.
Doctor Thompson said that he is
aware that number of students have
been pledged to join the sororties after
their graduation from the high school.
and that he suspects that those pledged
are recognized in meetings of the or
CARNATIONS.
Doctor Thompson has reported his
suspicious to the board of education,
and that body is expected to make a
further investigation
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
SLEUTH FINDS GIRL
HIDDEN UNDER HER BED
Young Woman Accused of Theft
Captured by Detective

OAKLAND. Feb. 1S.-Miss Esther
Norling, for whom a warrant was is
sued last October on a charge OF grand
larceny, was arrested at midnight last
night by Detective Harry Green at the
ST. George lodging house, Thirteenth
and Webster streets.
The sleuth found his fugitive hidden
under a bed and dragged her out. She
escaped. and il was only after Juggling
Miss Norling from beneath the bed in
another room that Green was able 70
make the arrest effective. The young
woman is now at the city Jail
Mrs r. Fl. Thompson of 1858 Eley-
enth street is the complainant. She
charges Miss Norling. former employe
of hers, with stealing a hat and other
garments. The girl disappeared after
the complaint had been made, and the
police have played tag with her from
Vallejo to Santa Cruz. Now that she is
captured she says she only wore the
garments when with male admirers and
had returned the missing articles.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
BASEBALL ANNOUNCER
WINS A DAMAGE SUIT
Proves Injuries Caused in an
Accident on Street

OAKLAND. Feb. 16.-Edward Muir
ply, a baseball announcer and dancing
instructor, was today awarded 800
damages against Sioldberg, Bowen &
Co. on account of injuries received
November last, when he was run
down by a delivery wagon of the firm
at Tenth and Clay streets.
The civil suit was tried before Po-
lice Judge Samuels, presiding in the
court of Justice OF the Peace James
Quinn.
Murphy was riding down Clay street
on horseback, announcing a baseball
game. when the delivery outfit, ac-
cording to the testimony, dashed into
Clay street from Tenth and struck
Murphy's horse. throwing him off,
tearing the ligaments of his left leg
and bruising his body.
The plaintiff. represented by two
attorneys. alleged that because OF the
accident he lost many a nights work
as "introducer" in the Oakland dan
cling pavilion.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
INVITATION TO PUBLIC

The Friday and Saturday ali day ses-
sions offer many topics of interest not
only to clubwomen, but to the general
public, to whom the district officers will
extend their hospitality.
Miss F. Soule Campbell, chairman of
the art committee of this district, has
arranged an art exhibit in connection
with the convention.
The local board of managers, chosen
from the Alameda clubs, which have
arranged for the convention, are:
President. Mrs James Higgins; secretary. Mrs.
l. y. Chapman; treasurer, Mrs. Charles Philpott;
hospitality. Mrs. H. 4. Hebard; information.
Mrs. frank b. Weeks; introduction, Mrs. Philip
Sheppard Teller: finance, Mrs. Z. D. Rue re-
ception, Mrs. George II. Perry; press, Miss
Louise Mcguire and Mrs. George p. Bird; deco
rating. Mrs. ]. H. Rohr; tea, Mrs. Charles Altar
dyce.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
NEGROES SKULL STANDS
FALL ON RAILWAY TIE
Thrown From Train After Fight
and Only Lacerates Scalp

OAKLAND. Feb. 16.-Though he
struck on his head when he was thrown
off of moving train last night, AL
fred {. Benston, negro, of 1141 Point
Lobos avenue, San Francisco, escaped
with cut on his scalp. He got into
a fight with William Diesen on the
platform Of the Webster street local
train, near the drawbridge across the
estuary, with the result that Diesen
knocked him from the car just before
the train reached the bridge. Ben
ston's head struck a tie and several
men rushed TO his rescue He was
taken to the receiving hospital where
stitches were put in his scalp.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
KICKS DOOR in WHEN
WIFE LOCKS HIM OUT
MeIrose Man Had Physician Att
test His SobrietY

OAKLAND. Feb. 16.-Ludwig Lehnus,
living at 229 Minnie street, Fruitvaie.
was locked out of his home the other
night by his wife, had to kick the back
door down TO enter and this morning
was obliged TO prove that he was sober
the night in question in order that he
might not be arrested.
His wife had complained to Prose-
cutting Attorney Decoto. and the attor-
ney had written to Lehnus asking an
explanation before warrant for
drunkenness was issued.
Lehnus came to the city hall this
morning to make the explanat ton To
prove his sobriety he brought two
physicians certificates attesting that
his condition was normal the night he
had TO break his own door down The
warrant was not issued
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
GLEE CLUB ADMITS
MANY NEW MEMBERS
Fifteen Students Added to Or
ganizatior

BERKELEY. Feb 16.--After tryoGts
for month. IS university singers have
been elected TO the university glee club
and Will sing for the first time with
the organization a. the SOPHOMORE hop
Friday night in Harmon gymnasium.
The new members are: First tenors--
a. stroud, L. p. Van Horne, Gilbert
Willoughby; second tenors--H. p. Hib-
bard. W. p. Stanton: first bass--A. r.
Weber; second bass--E. r. Fegtis,. c.
G. Herriott; associates--C. G. Smith. J..
l.. Pierce, r. r. Weber, J. A. Leber,
Fl. a. Stern, T.. w. Dutton. ID. +. Wsch-
horst.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
Fraternal Prescription
For Nervous Wrecks.
(From ''Aiedical Reports. p

Thousands of men, nervous
wrecks, have found the following
''fraternal prescription" a bless
ing and a boon. Such men lack
aggressiveness. they are timid.
nervous. easily discouraged. lack
ing in self-esteem and confidence.
They suffer from cold extremi-
ties, thin. watery blood, nervous
ness. sleeplessness, frightful
dreams. trembling hands and
limbs. unsteady gait and an alb
sOlute inability to perform the
ordinary natural and rational
acts or duties such as any
healthy. normal man can.
A vigorous man works. PLAYS.
eats and sleeps always with the
keenest enjoyment. The greater
his exertions are the stronger
becomes his appetite and Stun
hers.
The nervous man seems always
tired and worn out. Retiring
brings no relief Sleep brings no
refreshment. all because Of an
abnormal condition of the nerv-
Gus system, brought about by
well, no matter What-the desire
IS for relief and freedom. with
rich. red blood sCrging through
the body supplying the sensitive
nerves with all the power OF sem
sation, SO that sleep is refresh
ing. food is delicious. work isN
play and play is pleasure
This Treatment is thorough.
simple and correct. The ingre-
dents are used in filling various
prescriptions and can be obtained
of any vel stocked druggist and
mixed az lone without enabar-
rasSnent or questions.
obtain three ounces OF syrup
sarsaparIIla compound in a six
ounce bottle To this add one
ounce OF compound fluid BALM
wort and let stand two hours.
Then add one ounce tincture
cadomene compound mot carda-
mOm), and one ounce OF COM
pound essence cardiOl Mix.
shake well and take a teaspoon
full after each meal and one when
retiring until a vigorous. bound
ing new health takes hold of the
tired, exhausted nerves. Only a
few weeks treatment will aston
ish and reiuvenate. because the
treatment is the right thing at
the right time. and contains no
deceptive opiates.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
RAILWAY CONDUCTORS
TO HOLD ANNUAL BALL
Affair Planned in Maple Hall
WashingtOn'S Birthday

OAKLAND. Feb. 16-GoIden Gate
division No. 364 Order of Railway
Conductors, will hold its annual ball
in Maple hall the evening of Febru-
airy %, Washington's birthday. The
ladies' auxiliary of the organization
will assist in the arrangements.
More than 1000 tickets have been
issued and are being disposed of rap
idly.
Golden Gate division is the only
branch of the order in Alameda cein
ty. Since it was organized IA years
ago it has grown. steadily in member
ship and there are now more than 200
names on the roll.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
MOTHERS CLUBS FORM
A CITY FEDERATION
Organizations Amalgamated and
Elect General Officers

OAKLAND, Feb. 16.--A Federation Of
Mothers Clubs has been organized by
the amalg an1ation of the various moth
ers' clubs of the Oakland schools The
mutual interests of the schools and the
affiliated clubs are TO be promoted by
the new organization, which will hold
meetings on the third Tuesday after
noon of each month at the Lafayette
school. The officers elected are: Mrs
Herbert Spencer. Lafayette school,
president; Mrs. J. Moore of Lockwood
school, vice president; Mrs. George Far
well Washington school. secretary :;
Mrs. Kellogg, Peralta sch DOL, treasurer;
Mrs. Hancock, Durant school, auditor.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
OAKLANDERS TO TAKE
PART IN STATE MEETING
Will Attend Y. NJ. c. A. Conyen-
ton at Sacramento

OAKLAND. Feb. 16.-Members of the
Oakland Young Mems Christian Asso-
citation are to take part in the pro-
ceedings of the twenty ighth annual
state convention of the association at
Sacramento February "a to 81. General
Secretary f. l.. Starrett of this city is
one of the four commissioners APP
pointed last fall to study conditions
prevailing among boys and, young men
in the state, being chairman of the
commission studying the relation of
the association to the church. Rev.
Frank L. Goodspeed, pastor of the First
Presbyterian church of Oakland. will
conduct the Bible hours at the con-
vention.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
DEAF AND DUMB WOMAN
SENDS LOVE TO JUDGES
Letters Cause Writer'S Deten-
ton on Insanity Charge

OAKLAND, Feb. 1e.-Very tender
love letters were received by Superior
Judges Wells and ogden from Algie
May Golden who is now in the deten-
tion ward of the receiving hospital
awaiting an examination as to her san
itv. Miss Golden is deaf and dumb
Her home is at 1866 Franklin street
The jurists declined to reveal the ten
der sentiments they had inspired and
which she had penned.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
TRUANT OFFICER AIDS
IN CLOTHING PUPIL S
Efficiency of Work Depends on
Securing Charity

BERKELEY, Feb. 16.--That the eff
cheney of the education system OF a city
is in direct ratio to the new dress and
pair of shoes was shown In a report by
Truant Officer Francis McAllister to the
board of education last night. He said
that the position he holds can not be
separated from that of a charity agent
and that a large portion OF bis work is
in assisting in gathering clothing for
children of the schools.
McAllister reported that he spent a
large proportion OF his time in solicit
ing for clothing from clubs and socie-
ties, and that the success of his work
as truant officer depends largely on
his efforts in securing proper clothing.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
Marriage Licenses

OAKLAND. Feb l6.--Thc following marriage
liceuses were issued today
William Cooking, %. ard Minnie Cook, %,
both OF Oakland.
Albert NJ Thcrp 80. stockton. and Daisy
Cook 30. Oakland.
Leroy l.. Villa. 30. San Francisco. and Lupe
c. Melendres, II. San lose
Thomas NJ Warmly. Is, aud Mildred C.
Schepp -. both Of Sacramento.
james Gates. So. stockton. and Minnie Waite
3D. Oakland.
william E. Linsley. as and Della F. Miller.
81, both Of Alameda.
Louis G. Hall. IS bakersfield. and Elsa
LANCER. IS, San Francisco
Cheshire Yokoyama, %, Oakland. and Yoshino
Hirote. 49, Riverside.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
DESERTED WIFE GOES
TO FATHER FOR HOME
Oakland Police Requested to Lo-
cate a Missing Husband

OAKLAND. Feb. 16.--Left alone at
her home, 421 East Twentieth street,
since February 10 without money to
buy food OF fuel and unable 20 provide
for herself. Mrs. Charles Suhrblus has
asked the police to find her missing
husband and has taken shelter with her
father at 421S Flora street. Boulevard
park. She fears that. her husband ha
met with foul play. But the police be-
lieve he has simply deserted the woman.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
MILLMAN NEARLY DEAD
FROM COLD UNDER TANK
Bernard Seminar Found Uncon-
scious by Policeman

OAKLAND. Feb. 1e.-Nearly dead
from exposure, Bernard Seminar of
1913 Fifth street was found by the
police today under a tank Of the Oak
land gas. light and heat company at
the foot OF Brush street He was
taken TO the receiving hospital in
state of collapse, the result of cold
and exposure. In his pockets were
found cards of the millmen's union
showing that be was in good standing.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
FORMER GOVERNOR TO
TALK ON CONSERVATION
DIR. Pardee Is to Lecture at the
California College

OAKLAND. Feb. 16.-Former Gov
ernor George c. Pardee will deliver
an address Thursday evening at s
O'Clock at California college. Four
teenth avenue and East Twenty ninth
street, on What Conservation Means"
The lecture will be given under the
direction OF the English parliament,
a literary organization of the college.
It will be the first OF a series to be
given by men prominent in public life
and in educational circles. The col
lege invites the public to attend the
course.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
MILITARY BANDS TO
GIVE SUNDAY CONCERT
State Organizations Will Play
in Greek Theater

BERK ELEY. Feb. 1.-THE Sunday
program of the half hour of music in
the Greek theater at O'Clock will be
rendered by the combined bands of the
Fifth regiment, national guard. and the
naval militia of California. under the
direction Of George W. Hollister. band
master. The program follows: /. Over
ture Symphonic" (GarieD: ,. waltzes,
Moonlight on the Nile" (Barnhouse) :
3. finale from Ariel (Bach); 4. THE
star Spangied Banner"
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
CITY DEMANDS MONEY
OF ANNEXED DISTRICTS
County Treasurer 10 Turn Over
Funds on Hand

OAKLAND. Feb I6.-Demand was
made today upon the county treasury
by the cits- of Oakland OF the money 10
the credit of Ciaremont. Piedmont,
Brooklyn and Fruitvale road districts.
which recently became parts of the
city. Chief Deputy County Auditor
Rogers computed that there WAS due
10 the C1aFemont district s3,147.43: TO
Piedmont. s3i3.49: TO Brooklyn,
'sI.54a9t; 10 Fruitvaie. STILES.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
BURGLARS BREAK INTO
AND RANSACk HOMES
Small Losses by Theft Are Re
ported to Police

OAKLAND. Feb. 16.---C F. Lyon of
1863 Sixth avenue, reported 10 the po-
lice this morning that burglars got
into his house last night through an
open window, ransaekcd the place, but
left with nothing.
From Mrs. L. ". Atherton's house at
572 Eighteenth street burglars who
entered by use of key stole a kodak.
The lock on the back door of A.
S Files place. Ardie and Millbury
streets. was broken, but the place was
not entered
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
BERKELEY BUTCHERS
FORFEIT $3.50 BAIL
Averse to Standing Trial for
Doctoring Invalid Sausages

BERKELEY. Feb. 1e,-Just $3.50 was
added to the city treasury this morn
ing by the forfeiture of their bail by
eight butchers of this city. charged
with putting preservatives in sausa ge.
The cases have been on the court call
endar for the past six months. pending
a decision of the appellate court in
similar Oakland cases, but Monday,
after some cases were dismissed, they
were set for trial today The bail was
paid by the butchers association.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
REPORTS THEFT OF
OLD NAVAL SPYGLASS
Berkeley Thief Robs the Den of
j. I. c. Nash

BERKELEY, Feb. ie.-The theft of q
box of high priced cigars and a pair Of
naval glasses 20 years old, greatly val
ued as a keepsake, was reported to the
police today by ]. T. c. Nash Of 1888
Cedar street. Nash reported that the
cigar box had a picture Of Maxine FL
lott the actress, on the cover. and was
taken from the den" of his home.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
SEA CAPTAIN DIES
AT BERKELEY HOME
Charles B. MeIlin Casts Anchor
in HarbOr of Peace

BERKELEY. Feb. 16.-Captain
Charles D. Mellin. who was a sea
captain for many years. died this morn
ing at his residence. 3f34 King street.
South Berkeley. where he had lived
for the last six years. Captain Mellin
had been in California for the last %
years He was a native of Sweden, AZ
years of age and. is survived by a
widow, Augusta. and three daughters
Ethel A. Alice Z. and Lucille Mellin.
The funeral Will be held Friday under
the auspices OF the Odd Fellows.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
INVITES COOPERATION
OF EASTSIDE MAYORS
Grand Army Encampment Com-
mittee Is Active

OAKLAND, Feb. 16.-The executive
committee In charge of the arrange
ments for the forty-third encanlpment
Of the department of California and Ne
Vada, Grand Army OF the Republic. has
invited the cooperation Of the mayors
OF Oakland, Berkeley and Alameda
with the committee in making the en-
campment celebration a success. A
similar Invitation is also to be extend
ed TO the army and navy commanders
around the bay.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
AUXILIARY ENTERTAINS
WITH VAUDEVILLE SHOW
Young Men of East Oakland to
Give Performance

OAKLAND. Feb 16.-The Young
Mems auxiliary OF East Oakland has
completed it's rehearsais and arrange
ments for vaudeville entertainment TO
be given Monday evening at the hall
of ST. Anthony's parish. a feature of
the performance will be the act of DE
Courcey and Newman. professional
artists. 1.-The Littlest Girl" sketch.
will be produced by cast composed
of E. c. McNanus, John c. Calder
Harold Ward. Bernice kisich.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
prrr posTrRs, WAR rVns

BILL POSTERS WAR ENDS-An incident in the
bill posters war was closed yesterday when
George Lane. advertising agent for the Van
Ness theater. told Police Judge Conlaa that
he would not prosecute George MOxley, agent
OF the Mcintyre and Heath company, on
charge Of burglary for breaking into his store
room and carrying away posters. The case was
dismissed.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
TO CELEBRATE BIRTHS
OF GREAT AMERICANS
Grand Army 70 Hold Joint Ex-
.ercises Friday Night

BERKELEY, Feb. 1s.-Under the
auspices of the womans relief corps
and Lookout Mountain post of the
Grand army joint celebration of the
anniversaries of the~births of Lincoln
and Washington will he held Friday
evening in Odd Fellows hall In Addf-
addresses and music of patriotic ma
ture. in charge of Mrs. Lucy Bailey and
NJ H. Donnell.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
TOPICS WILL HAVE
GENERAL INTEREST
Program of District Federation
Meetings Arranged by Ala
media ClubWOmen

OAKLAND. Feb. 16.-The ninth an
nuaI convention of the Alameda district
of the California Federation of Women
Clubs viii open tomorrow afternoon at
I:4a O'Clock in the Adelphian club house
of Alameda. The program for the open
ing session follows:
Invocation. Rev Prank ). Brush: address Of
welcome. Mrs James Higgins chairman of local
board: welcome TO the newly federated clubs.
Mrs. ". ). Peters Alta Mira club; response for
delegates. Mrs. W. H. Z. LETTER. Phomathean
club; state presidents greeting; introduction of
presidents of hostess clIhs-AirS. James Higgins.
Adeiphian club: Mrs. Louis Sharp. Criterion club;
Charles Allardyce. Tea club: Mrs Fred BAY,
Wednesday club: report Of recording secretary.
Z Mrs. Frances II. Gray: report Of corresponding
secretary. Mrs. Reginald Dacre Holmes; state
presidents hours: vocal solo. Miss Amy SwayDe;
election Of nominating committee: goodfellowship
meeting.
There is little doubt that Mrs. Annie
president 70 succeed Mrs. Cora z. Jones,
! who has served two years. Although
several names have been mentioned for
the place, among them being that of
! Mrs. John Lynch OF Berkeley. it is the
1 opinion of the clubwomen that Mrs.
( Barry will be the choice. Mrs. Barry is
eminently fitted for the office. being ac-
/ lively engaged in district work and
/ closely associated with the state feder-
alton. She gave TO the California club
women their motto, Strength United
! T-
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17

New furniture cheap for cash at cor.
ner store % Il. Schellhaas. Oakland. e
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
RECEPTION TO DELEGATES

The reception to be given by the host
ess clubs tomorrow evening in the Adei-
phian club house in honor of the Off
GERS, delegates and visiting clubwomen
will be an unusually brilliant affair and
viii be attended. by several hundred
guests. In the receiving party will be
the following women prominent in club
LIE Of e E,ncinal (ifr-
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17
Rooms Wanted.
nEANE IN cHARGE--oakland. Feh.

To rent YOUR rooms quickly insert
an ad in The Calls Rooms to Lett
column. Phone your ad to Kearny S.
DEAEE IN CHARGE-oak land. Feb. l6.-John
j. Deane Of San Francisco. newly appointed
receiver OF the United States land office for
Oakland district has taken 10 his duties in
the Federal building.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17

Furniture, entire stock in store. cut
prices at H. Schellhaas. corner store .
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-02-17

s number of the younger set will
cross the bay the evening Of Saturday
FEBRUARY 2s. to accept OF the hospi-
tsiity Of Miss Cenevieve Shankland
who viii entertain Al the family home
in san Fra ucisco. The Shsnkla nds until
q few months ago lived in oakland,
where 1irs. Shankland was active IN
clrh eircles.
Barbour County index., 1910-11-23

A few thoroughbred Rock Island
Red Cockerels for sale. Your
choice 800 each while they last
Inquire of ]. r. Young Drug Co.