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The Washington times., 1911-07-20

have been subject to censure IL any
citizen had inquired as to the order
and they had stated that II had been
issued. These matters are made pub
Yes but do you know that this ex-
ecutive order was made public? Was
%. 1910?
II don't know
Didn't See 1t Published.
Don't you know that it was not?"
interrupted Mr.. Graham. Don't you
know a Washington newspaper man
would have known this was important
and you never saw anything in the pa
pers until months later?"
The newspaper men don't miss many
bets said Adams. mo. I did not see
1t published then"
And don't you think It was a good
bet?"
Yes"
And vet me public knew nothing
about II for months" observed Chair
You know that the Washington
newspaper men, with their nose for
news, would have noted this Executive
order had 1t been made public at the
Forestry Service or General Land Of
hce." said Chairman Graham.
There was considerable excitement
about Alaska at that time you know"
Presumed It Was Given Out.
Captain Adams said he had no per-
sonal knowledge, but he presumed the
order was given out to the newspapers
as usual.
In the light of subsequent events
you would regard that order as a fine
itemr'
Yes"
yet nothing was printed. The reason
probably Is that nothing was given out
until four months later" suggested
Chairman Graham. Captain Adams
admitted that the order might not have
been given out
The Washington times., 1911-07-20
Hundreds of Odd Fellows
Go to Chesapeake Beach

The Odd Fellows Of the District con-
Quoted an excursion to Chesapeake
Beach yesterday and several hundred
members and friends attended. In or
der to handle the crowd extra coaches
were attached to the $50 train and the
extra cars on the H street line to han
die the people out as far as the juno
ton.
Sports of different kinds added to the
enjoyment of the outing. The excur-
sion was supervised by members Of the
local lodges. under the direction Of
Richard A. Ford, Daniel Dugan. Thomas
J. Gales, and William E. Clapp.
The Washington times., 1911-07-20
I ORGANIZED THE
SUGAR TRUST" SAYS
LAWYER PARSONS
Wall Street Attorney Adds
That He Is Proud of
His Work.

NEW YORK. July 2O.-The real pa
rent of the Sugar trust stepped forth
today and proudly aGknowledged his
haired Wall Street attorney, insisted TO
the members of the Hardwick Congress
sional committee that the public has
been absolutely wrong in attributing
the organization of the combine 10 H. o.
Havemeyer, now dead.
II organized the sugar combine, and
am proud of it." impressively declared
Parsons on the stand. For seven years
l worked out the problem, and for more
than a year before the combine was
finally accomplished. in 1887. ! devoted
all Of my time to 1t. The fact that the
sugar trade was absolutely demoralized
was brought to my attention by devel-
opments in Washington, and after 1
warning elements brought II. o. Have
meyer and Theodore, his brother, into
the scheme: and we put It through"
Parsons is under indictment in con-
Pennsylvania Sugar Refining Company
by the trust. He was preceded on the
stand today by Joseph e. Freeman,
secretary of the trust, who had been d.
dealing with party contributions. ADOPT
ed nv tho Sugar trust directors in 1897,
but he insisted he could not find any
such papers.
Parsons was a willing witness. He
told the committee that in the old days
every director and official of the Sugar
trust wanted to have the public consider
him as the real brains of the organiza-
ton But when we began to be criti-
cised for our business methods" he said.
every single one of them ran to cover"
He insisted that Tamnany Hall had
harassed the combine by financing
the suit which resulted in the disso-
luton OF the Northern Ref1neries
but said the litigation was
very valuable as II showed how far
the company could go along certain
lines.
The sugar company. as at present
or ganized. is for the best interests Of
the sugar trade and the general pub+
liz " said Parsona
The Washington times., 1911-07-20
Taft Starts Celebration
At San Diego by Wire

The breaking Of ground for the Pana-
ma-Califcrnia or San Diego exposition.
which is to be held in 1915. was cele-
brated Yesterday. Washington assist
ed in the festivities.
President Taft pressed a telegraphic
key in the East Room Of the White
House, and thereby released a flag,
which unfoldcd over the speakers stand
in San Diego, and started the celebra-
ton. which will continue throughout
the week.
House. Col. d. G. Collier, director gen.
eraI of the exposition. entertained a
number of Californians and prominent
members of Congr eSs at dinner in the
ShOreham Hotel. Each guest was pre-
sented with a beautiful California Jade
from a mine owned by Colonel Collier.
Each stone, was in an ornamental Jap
anese metal casket.
The Washington times., 1911-07-20
TAFT SPENDS ALL
DAY WORKING OVER
ALASKAN PAPERS
Assisted by Kenyon and
Fisher, He Prepares Ad-
, ministration's Defense.

President Taft devoted practically all
OF his time today in his library working
on the Controller Bay papers for the
Senate.
Scores of visitors called to see Mr..
Taft, but he denied himself to all but
a few who had urgent business. He was
anxious to finish the file of reports on
Alaska, and all other work had to be
suspended.
II the President does not get the pa
pers ready for the Senate this afternoon.
he will send them to the Capitol tomof-
row. The whole Government record as
st bears upon Controller Bay will be
submitted for the information of the
Senate, and the Administration is de-
pending upon this showing to clear 1t of
any completely in the general grab
scheme of the Guggenheims.
A map will be sent along with-the pa
pers. This will show the amount OF land
held by Ryan, the depth Of water he
has, and the whole lay of the land now
Involved in the controversy.
Secretary Fisher, Senator Kenyon.
and a number of other officials of the
Interior, Agriculture, Commerce and La
Dor, and War Departments were with
the President this morning assisting him
In putting the finishing touches on the
Administrations defense of its actions
IN the Controller Bay affair.
Invited to New York.
New York people are anxious to
further entertain the President. A
humber of invitations came to him
today from various organizations in
that city
Representative Ltttleton called to
urge the President to be the guest
of the Real Estate Exchange, any
time between January l and February
] of next year. A big dinner is plan
ped and Mr.. Taft has the invitation
under advisement.
, An invitation was also received by
Mr.. Taft to attend the American Land
and Irrigation Exposition to be held
in New York from November 3 to II.
Another invitation which the Presi-
dent expects TO accept is that from
the Society of the Genesee of New
York. A dinner will be given by this
body January 90. the day when the
President goes to New York to be
present at the dinner of the State Bar
Association. Both functions will be
included in the program of the Ex-
eCutiVe.
Among the other invitations which
were received today was that from
jamestown. Kan. for July 30; that
from the Vermont Stlte fair, at White !
The Washington times., 1911-07-20
Lanahan Case Delayed
By Court Until Fall

John w. 1.anahan, scion of a proni-
heht ana wealthy Baltimore family.
may manage his $4,000 estate until fall
at least without Interference Of his wife.
Mrs. Ella F. Lanahan, who Is seeking
to have him adJudged an habftual
drunkard In the District Supreme Court.
Ioday Justice Wright. in EQUITY
court NO. 2, postponed until October
the hearing of Mrs. Lanahan's petition
against her husband. He ordered at
torneys not to summon witnesses until
fall, refusing to hear the case during
the vacation term OF court.
Excessive use Of alcoholic stimulants,
making him incapable of handling his
property. Is charged against Lanahan
by his wife, who is represented by At
torney Wilton ]. Lambert
The Washington times., 1911-07-20
Bids for Columbus
Memorial to Be Opened

Bids for the construction Of founda-
tons and base for the Columbus Me-
mortal statue and fountain to be erect
ed on the Union Station Plaza will be
opened by the Columbus Memorial Com
mission next week.
The commission met yesterday in the
Offices Of Secretary of War Stimson, to
designate a day for the dedication Of
the memorial. No action was taken.
The Washington times., 1911-07-20
Larger Fish Shipments
Are Sent to Washington

Shipments Of fish to the Washington
markets, which fell off considerably the
hrst Of the week, have made strong
gains. Yesterday and this morning
neayy shipments have been arriving
from the Atlantic coast. This morning
ABOUT sixty barrels, consisting of small
sea trout. croakers, and butterfish were
received from Norfolk. Both hard and
SOFT shell crabs are plentiful, although
in price.
There are a few catfish to be had.
plentiful.
The Washington times., 1911-07-20
Haltigan and Moran to
Greet Bishop Carroll

P. ]. Haltigan. editor Of the National
Hibernian. and P. T. Moran, members OF
a committee In charge of preparing
banquet and reception for the Rt Rev.
John P. Carroll. of Helena, Mont, who
returns TO this country Friday after
a long stay in Europe, leave tomorrow
afternoon for New York to meet the
bishop.
The Washington times., 1911-07-20
Negro Held Under Bail
On Charge of Shooting

Firing five shots at Louis Holm, COL
ored. at a distance of twenty feet, is tho
charge against William Hill, a colored
physician, who was held under s., 900
bonds in Police Court today.
Holm Is in the Emergency Hospital
with a broken ankle. Hill was attacked
week ago and beaten. This affair, II
night.
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1911-09-08
SCHEDULE FOR RE-EXAMS.
Opening of The County High School
Next Monday

The Anne Arundel County High
School, re-opens Monday, September
IL. All pupils are requested to re-
port on that day for enrolment and
classification. This school is public
high school for all of Anne Arundel
county and free to all who have COM
pleted the seven grammar grades.
New pupils must bring certificates
signed by teachers of seventh grade
work or principals. When students
come without any such certificate an
examination will be given.
Patrons are urged to have all pupils
begin school September IL, as a delay
of even a week puts student behind
the class and makes him liable to fail.
The re-examination will be as fol-
lows:
Monday-9 to II, Algebra; l to s,
Botany, Geometry, Modern History.
Tuesday, to IL, Latin, German;
/ to 8, Ancient History, English
History
Wednesdays to ~, English.
All conditioned pupils must take
these examinations.
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1911-09-08
PLAY REPEATED
Amateurs Please West River Audience
Again Successful In ''You
Never Can TelI''

Last Wednesday night the party OF
young people from ST. Margaret's who
presented the play You Never Can
Tell" on Monday night, went to
Owensvile where the play was repeat
ed for the benefit of Christ Church.
The party went to West River on
the steamer Emma Giles and were de-
lightfully entertained by the hospi-
table members of Christ Church at
their homes.
The performance was enthusiastical-
ly received by the audience that pack
ed the hall and expressed its &pprecia-
tion frequently during the various
scenes.
The promiscuous use of the tele-
phone" was enjoyed and appreciated
by the audience at 0wensyille quite
as much as it had been at st. Mar
garet's.
Refreshmets were served after the
performance, and, on account of the
beauty of the night, all enjoyed de-
lightful entertainment.
Quite a good sum was realized for
the Parish and the visitors thoroughly
enjoyed the trip. They returned yes
terday afternoon on the MARY M"
The party was accompanied by Mrs.
w. H. Singleton, of Washington, D.
c., and Messrs. Frank and Theodore
S. Corner, of Shelton Cove" near
Annapolis.
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1911-09-08
TO Be ADMIRAL BOWER
r.,r.r Superintendent Of Naval Aca-
f"D'J Jsmy Promoted On Sept. Ia

rA. sfatut0ry retirement OF lie
u Irriah r. Harris, naval gov
a., h1--..' n the Naval Home at Philadel-
t-',, ~ the llth instant will result in
''- -,r@motion Of Capt. John M. Bow
u - tbe grade Of rear-admiral on
~. J.te Captain Bowyer is now on
ul-. --.faI duty at the Navy Department.
Z, fa,merIv was superintendent of
ne Naval Academy.
csptain Bowyer is well and fay-
.NIlg known here. He was one of
.t- gar best superintendents the
III Academy ever had. AS a dis
''1Iips officer he has few equals and
~ ~ .gperiors. Captain Bowyer is a
~, - Who does things. In a quiet,
-1osfentatious way he made his in
sasrre felt in all departments of the
V,yal Academy. He inaugurated the
sr.t foreign cruise for midshipmen af-
ter q quarter Of century and he es-
,.blisbed several innovations during
bic sBperintendency that will have a
bs,efcial effect for long years to
come.
Under his regime "inaptitude" be-
came a new feature in the Academy
,.gime. and midshipmen found to be
jospt were dropped from the service
for their own and its good. Captain
Bowyer's regime will not soon be
0rgOtten.
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1911-09-08
THE NEW CHAPLAIN
The Rev. E. w. Scott Who Succeeds
Chaplain Clark u. S. N.

Gradually the navy contingent and
the citizen friends of the Naval Acad-
emy are making the acquaintance of
the new officials recently detailed
here, not the least of whom is the new
chaplain, the Rev. E. w. Scott, u. S.
N.
Chaplain Scott succeeds Chaplain
H. H. Clark, who was for almost a
quarter of century the beloved chap
lain of the Naval Academy, and who
has recently been retired after long
and faithful service.
Chaplain Scott is young man, of
pleasing personality and certain
magnetism that is sure to make his
presence felt as factor in the Naval
Academy regime and with the brigade
of some eight hundred midshpmen.
After graduating from Yale Divini-
ty School, Chaplain Scott was appoint
ed to the service in September, 1904.
He reported for his first duty on the
U. S. S. Franklin, at Norfolk navy
yard, and was transferred to the u.
S. S. Hartford for his first sea service
in January, 1905, thence to the u. S.
S. Maryland, in May, 1905. He con.
tinued on this duty until March, 1908.
Since that time until being ordered
to the Naval Academy, Chaplain Scott
was on duty at the Naval Training
Station at San Francisco, CAL, until
June 20, last when he was ordered to
the Naval Academy as chaplain here.
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1911-09-08
CLOSES TOMORROW NIGHT
W. B. & A. Sends Contribution Of
SIS. To Carnival Fund

The carnival and street fair under
the auspices of the Water Witch
Hook and Ladder Company, that has
been in operation for the past two
weeks, barring rainy nights, at Mar
ket Space and City Park, will close
tomorrow night
Large crowds visited the carnival
last night, and the fun was plenty.
Everybody was in good humor and
everybody enjoyed themselves. Yes
terday afternoon Miss Hipkins, chair
man of the ladies' committee of the
carnival, received a check for $25
from the Washington, Baltimore and
Annapolis Electric Railway Company
as a contribution to the carnival fund.
There are chickens galore at the
carnival, eight crates having been re-
ceived yesterday afternoon, and these
are padded off on the paddle wheel
nightly at two paddles for 5 cents.
Everybody is sure to get one or more
chickens at the carnival
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1911-09-08
That EIOping Couple
lCOmmunicated.)

Editor Evening Capital AS the
statement has been made in the pub
lc press that recently married an
eloping couple from Baltimore, will
you kindly permit me to state the
facts?
My rule is to marry no strangers
unless they are attended by respon-
sible witnesses. In the exercise of
this rule, ! have repeatedly turned
away out-of-town couples who came
here unattended.
In this particular instance, subse-
luently reported as an elopement, the
couple were accompanied by a gentle
man from Baltimore, who vouched for
the propriety of the marriage. When
asked, both he and the contracting
parties affirmed that they were act
ing with the consent of their parents.
Very respectfully,
JAMES l.. SMILEY.
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1911-09-08

Lieut.. and Mrs. Joseph Daniels, sor
and daughter and Mr.. Walter Daniels.
chief machinist. who has been in camp
on the Severn for several weeks, broke
camp yesterday and have returned to
their home on Conduit street, much
pleased with their outing.
After a ten days. pleasant stay
with his relatives, Prof. and Mrs.
Alaide Bartoli, of Chesapeake avenue,
Eastport, Md, Mr.. Antonio M. Cont
leaves tomorrow for his home on
Highland avenue, Yonkers, n. Y, to
return to school.
Mrs. Louise Gardiner and her daugh-
ter, Miss Minnie, and Miss Annie
Gardiner, mother and two sisters of
Mrs. Fred H. Combs, of Fair View
Farm" near Annapolis, returned
home to Chicago yesterday after a
pleasant visit of some few weeks.
Mrs. James M. Munroe and daugh-
ters, Misses Louise and Emily Munroe
and Mrs. Donald Petit Morrison, wife
of Lieutenant Morrison, u. S. NJ,
have returned home after a visit of a
month to Cape Cod, Mass, at Har-
wick Port.
Miss Lillian Gibbs, of Conduit
street, who has been spending three
weeks with her sister in Newport.
r. l., has returned home.
Mrs. James Holt, of Philadelphia,
who has been visiting her sister,
Mrs. Paul Winchester, of Franklin
street, has returned home.
Miss Marie Beck, of Philadelphia,
who has been the guest of Mr.. and
Mrs. Paul Winchester, returned home
yesterday.
Mrs. jeff Duvall and daughter, Miss
Fannie Duvall, are stopping with Mrs.
Volans, Charles street.
Mrs. Pollock, wife of Lieut.. Com
mander Pollock, U. S. NJ, who has
been the guest of Mrs. w. o. Stew
ems, wife of Professor Stevens, of the
Naval Academy, at their home at
Wardour, has left for Norfolk, and
will later follow her husband from
port to port where his ship touches.
Mrs. Samuel Frazier and family, of
Eastport, who have been spending the
month of August and part of Septem-
ber at Cumbersome, this county, have
returned home.
Miss Elizabeth Bealer is spending
the week with her father, Mr.. Frank
Bealer, at Laurel, Md.
Mrs. Mollie Basil, housekeeper at
the Emergency Hospital, who has
been spending a two weeks vacation
at Ocean Grove, N. j., has returned
home.
Commander d. w. Mullan, U. S.
NJ, (retired), has returned from an
extended trip to the Blue Ridge
Mountains, where he was guest at
the Blue Mountain House.
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1911-09-08
TEACHERS DANCE
Social Event for Visiting Educators
A Pleasant Feature of In
Stitute Week

Upon the theory that all work ano
no play makes Jack dull boy. prob.
ably the teachers of Anne Arundel
county enjoyed the first social event of
the week last evening.
1t took the form of dance at St.
Johns College gymnasium, which was
kindly loaned the educators for the
occasion. The dance was given bv
the Chamber of Commerce. who bore
all expenses entailed. Music was
furnished by the Naval Academy or
chestra and program of twenty num-
bers was enjoyed.
The receiving stand was decorated
with palms and the following consti-
tuted the receiving party: DR.. Sam
uel Garner, superintendent of County
Schools, and Mrs. Garner, Professor
Rippere, of St. Johns College Facul-
ty, and Mrs. Rippere, Mrs. Thomas ].
Linthicum, one of the Board of Trus-
tees of the city school, Mr.. William
II. Feldmeyer, president of the Board
of Trustees of the Grammar School
and Mrs. Feldmeyer.
During the evening claret punch
was served. There was a good crowd
present and everybody seemed to enjoy
ed the occasion, which was thoroughly
informal. Many pretty school teach
ers were present and the gowns worn
were in most instances elaborate and
handsome. There were about 200
guests in all.
For the success of the dance much
credit is due the committee from the
Chamber of Commerce, who are
Messrs. Charles Lee, Richard j. Du-
vail, Clifton c. Moss and DR.. Louis
B. Henkel.
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1911-09-08
Arrested For Profanity

Officer Samuel Jones, of Eastport.
on August &c, arrested Joseph Tobin,
white, overseer for Paul Armstrong,
the playwright, whose farm is near
Annapolis, for swearing on Spa creek
bridge. Justice Davis found the ac-
cused guilty and imposed a fine of $5
and costs, amounting to 1925, which
was paid and the accused dismissed.
The hearing was held today.
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1911-09-08
LAST DAY OF INSTITUTE
Teachers Say Farewell And Leave For
Their Schools

Today was the last day of the Anne
Arundel County Teachers Institute
that has been in progress for the last
week at the city High School, Green
street.
The teachers will say farewell this
afternoon and leave for their respec-
tive homes for the schools which open
on next Monday. Taken all in all the
Institute has been profitable and bene-
ficial to the teachers who have receiv-
ed instruction from others more ex-
perienced than themselves.
There have been lectures on ped
agogy, agriculture, English, History
and various other subjects. The daily
sessions have been we'll attended and
much interest has been manifested bv
all teachers.
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1911-09-08
BEATTIE CONVICTED.
Jury Finds Verdict OF Muir
der In First Degree.
iSpeeial 10 The Capital.l }

The jury in the case of Henry Clay
Beattie, Jr., for the murder of his
wife at Chesterfield, Va, in an auto
mobile, by shooting her with shot
gun, returned verdict this afternoon
of-guilty Of murder in the first de-
gree.
This was one of the most brutal
murders in the history of Virginia.
and the outcome of the trial has at
tracted the attention of everyone
throughout che country.
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1911-09-08
NEW TEACHER APPOINTED
Miss Nellie Bass TO Fill Vacancy In
City High School

The School Board has appointed
Miss Nellie Bass teacher in the city
public schools, High School Depart
ment, to fill the vacancy created by
the resignation of Miss Dickerson.
Miss Bass, the new appointee, will
teach German. She comes highly rec
commended, Mr.. George L. Melvin, a
member of the School Board, has re-
eeived letters highly commendatory
of Miss Bass's capabilities as
teacher.
Miss Bass has sister who has been
teaching in the City High School for
some few years, and has been sue
cessful teacher here.
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1911-09-08
Tomorrow's Snorts

The crack Annapolis baseball team
will play the West Annapolis team to-
morrow on the st. Johns College
grounds. The game will be called at
4.S0 o'clock. This was an open date
and it was decided for the two home
teams to meet in friendly contest.
Next Saturday the Annapolis team
will play the Hagerstown team.
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1911-09-08
City Counselor Melvin Returns

After an absence of several weeks
City Counsellor Ridgely P. Melvin.
who has been in attendance upon the
session of the American Bar Associa-
tion in Boston, Mass, has returned
home.
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1911-09-08
NOTICE L. O. o. M.

All members of Annapolis
Lodge, No. 296, Loyal Order
of Moose, are earnestly re-
quested to attend the regu-
lar meeting, FRIDAY, Sept.
Sth, 1911, at s o'clock p. m, to
hear the report of the Dele
gate from the Detroit Con-
vention; also other business
Of Importance.
.ea, ]. L. MEDFQRD, Sec'y.
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1911-09-08
On The Sick List

Mr.. P. II. Gibbs for many years an
employe at the Naval Academy, is
quite i'll at his home -onConduit street.
Mr. Gibbs is suffering from stomach
trouble, but is said to be somewhat
improved today.
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1911-09-08
Public Schools Open Monday

On next Monday, September IL, the
public schools throughout Anne Arun-
del county will open for the next
scholastic year. The school law re-
quires all children entering school for
the first time too be vaccinated and to
present physicians certificate to that
effect