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The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1912-04-16
ANAC0STIA.

Anacostia Lodge. No. n. F. A A. NJ.
met last evening in the local Masonic
Hall, with Charles F. Roberts. master. IN
the chair. and conducted much business
OF Importance TO the order.
Under auspices Of the special commit
tee having in charge the establishment
of a Catholic Sunday school at Congress
Heights, a dance was held last evening
in Donohue's Hall. in Pennsylvania Ave-
nue. Southeast. Charles J. p. Weber was
chairman OF the general committee, and
was assisted by Karl Scherer, Valentine
Wahler. and others.
Alexander p. Garden was representative
of the Garden Memorial Presbyterian
Church, at the annual meeting OF the
Presbytery, which began its sessions last
evening. and will continue to serve in
that capacity throughout the session.
Alexander Davidson is the alternate.
An invitation has been extended Electa
Chapter, No. ., Order OF the Eastern Star,
Of Anacostia, TO visit Martha Washington
Chapter in Alexandria this evening, and
IL is expected that a large number will
take advantage OF the opportunity.
President Charles r. Burr, Of the Ana
costa Citizens Association yesterday
placed his signature on the oficial COM
plant Of the association against the local
express and railway companies, and this
will be formally filed with the Interstate
Commerce Commission, through Attorney
Frank S. Bright In the near future.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1912-04-16
MARRIAGE LICENSES.
WHITE
IS De Angels, n, and Mar cunis. Il Rev.

WHITE
James De Angels, =. and Mar cuHis, u Rev.
IEnEtins FeaIy.
James w seoxEins. s. and Mary ?. Davidson,
G. both Of Petersburg. Va Rev. Paul R. HicEok
Henry Hartley. =. Of BladenSburE. Nd, and
Hazel W. MOwat. 70, Of AnAcostiA, d. c. Rev.
George W. Cummings
RAymoid G. Moore. p. and Louise ". DAVE. 2,
both Of Somerset Heights. Nd Judge O. 8, Bundy.
Joseph A. Dieter. D, OF Norfolk, Va, and Mar
z spindleT. ?. Rev. Eugene A. HANNAH
Maurice r. Vnsack, 2. Of PittsburE. Pa, and
Marie T. RAY. q. Rev. A. J. Donlon.
Fred Athertnn. =. Of Belfast, \. T., and May
Pattee. - q Bridgeport, Mich. Rev. James S.
MontgumeTJ
James j. wlninE. n. and MG1 Z. Coca, B
Judge c. s. Bundy.
ham. % Of Alexandria, Va Rev ]. o. Baker.
Michael KeehAn. 3. and Nellie McNamAra, q.
Rev. Z L. Buekey.
John p Conner. d, and Irene A MattinEiy. n
Rev. IEnatiuS FeAly.
Richard Z. RozzsH. %. and Bean N Davis, %.
Rev. Robert Talbot
James Y Palmer, T. Of wGrfordsburE Pa. and
Mamie T. BroSiuS %. Of BrOSirH, W. Va Rev.
Robert Talbot
Leroy G. Rislsr. z. and Mary Z Thomas. =
Rev. WAllAos Radcliffe.
COLORED.
Quaestnr r. jackson, 2. and Viola Collier, =.
Rev. o. l.. Mitchell
wilHe Cant, n. and Annie Norwood n Rev.
Hamilton BoUser.
Philip Il. Keys z. and Mnnis L. Curtis >.
Rev. S. L CarUtherS
Francis E Pre-, y and Abbie s. Jackson, 2,
Charleston, W. Va Rev. VI. ". ID. Norman.
Armour Bland. .. and Rosa Wedss, - Rev.
Isaac Toliyef
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1912-04-16
AMERICANS FEAR
BAND OF INDIANS
Maj. F. B. Burnham, Back from
His Ranch in Mexico, De-
seribes Conditions.

The Mexican situation. so far as Amer-
leans living in thu seat OF unrest are
concerned, was yesterday described to q
representative Of The Washington Her
aid by MAJ. F. r. Durham, U. 8. A,
retired. who Is the owner Of the Es-
peranza ranch. in Sonora. Mexico. Maj
win make his home with John Hays
Hammond. at 2315 Massachusetts, Avenue.
II have just returned" said Maj
Durham, from what Is probably the
largest American colony In Mexico, a
farming and irrigation community of 200
settlers, who have thus far maintained
themselves without taking sides with
either of the political parties. Lately
the situation seems TO have turned rap
Idly for the worse on account OF the ap-
pearance OF n band OF ferocious Yaqui
Indians, who are armed to the teeth and
raiding the country as they see Mt.
During the revolutions these Indians
took sides, and as a result are armed
with the most modern rifles and are
equipped with unlimited ammunition.
Their presence in our communicated
there are lots of them there's causing
great unrest among the settlers, who are
in deadly peril OF being wiped OF the
map at any moment. In addition to this
menace. bandits are attacking the rail-
road trains. and within the last few
DAYS have killed several persons. lost
the superintendent Of my ranch, who
was killed by bandits. He was Frank
Lesher. washIngtonlan.
However. the feeling among the Amer
leans in Mexico Is against Intervention.
Their strong desire is to protect them
selves and continue the development Of
their farms in this rich valley, where al
ready they are producing and have grow
ing now half million dollars worth of
crops. So far they have trusted to the
Mexican authorities to give them ample
protection. The present governor and
his stan Of officials are very friendly to
the whole American settlement.
Throughout the first revolution we
were treated equally well by the Diaz and
Madero governments. but II certainly
looks at this day as though We might be
governed by a few hundred savages. This
will mean much trouble and possibly
bloodshed."
Washington was TO procure some new
plants and seeds with which to expert
ment on his ranch at Esperanza- He de-
clares that he and his fellow-settlers are
optimistic Of the outcome OF the Next
can unrest. and hope to see a permanent
established.
The little colony at Esperanto Is COM
posed, for the most part. of college grad
yates from Yale, Harvard, and other
universities, and among the Washing
tonians who are there are l. II. Taylor.
OF the United States Reclama-
ton Service, and ". W. Mackey, who
several years ago was connected with
the Department OF Agriculture.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1912-04-16
WASHINGTON ELKS
HAVE MERRY TIME
Multitude of Attractions Invites
Throngs to Annual Spring
Festival.

The Benevolent and Protective Order
Of Elks and their work were eloquently
exploited last night at the opening of the
Elks' Spring Festival by Representative
Ben johnson OF Kentucky. Representa-
tive Johnson was the Official opener"
OF the festival. and before formally per-
forming that function told a large audi
ence Just why he had been moved to
seek membership in the order.
While 1 had always heard OF the
Elks," said Mr.. Johnson, from the time
of my more mature recollection, they
arrested my attention at the time of
the terrible San Francisco disaster,
when they were among the first to
dispatch trainloads OF supplies to the
scene OF the disaster
Hugh F. Harvey, chairman of the re-
ception committee, introduced the speak
ers. Samuel Richards made the opening
address, and outlined the plans and pur-
poses o. the festival Frank A. Kidd
the new exalted ruler OF Washington
Lodge, also spoke. All hands then turn
ed to the amusements the Elks have pro-
vided. In the basement of the building
there is a rathskeller, where, in addition
to the regular talent, the audience par
ticipates in song numbers to the accom-
paniment Of the Marine Band.
Fred ]. Mersheimer was in charge of
the amusements, und his Offering con-
sisted Of the Apollo Quartet, Arthur
Pierce, Arthur whitcomb, and Roland
Roderick. John J. German will be IN
command tonight, and he has prepared
a big surprise.
The billiard room is now the Merry
Whirl." There is dog show, a horse
race, trolley ride. a flower garden, and
display OF art needlework. In the
grill room there is an attractive display
OF such valuable articles as automobiles.
diamond rings, pianos, cellarettes. Nor
ris chairs, electroliers, &c, all of which
viii be sold for 10 cents. or course.
everybody made a trip to the dancing
pavilion on the third floor.
Great things are on the programme
for tonight. This will be Masonic night.
There are a number OF Masons in the
Order Of the Elks and II is expected
that their brothers in the other frater-
nifty will be out in force tonight.
Tomorrow night there will be ballot
ing for the Presidential preference. The
ballot box win be placed In the lobby
Of the clubhouse anG will be well
guarded.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1912-04-16
SMITH OPPOSES
WORKMEN'S BILL
Georgia Senator Calls Portions of
Liability Measure Brutal, and
Wants Action Delayed.

Characterizing many Of its provisions
as brutal Senator Hoke Smith of Geor-
gia yesterday addressed the Senate IN
opposition to the workmen's compensa-
ton bill. which has been fsyorably re-
ported by the Judiciary Committee in
practically the same form, as II was IN
dorsed by President TaftgIn q, message
to Congress. Senator Smith urged that
action on the bill be deferred until next
fall, when. he declared, the railroad en-
ployes OF the country would go unani-
mously on record as opposed to It's pro-
visions
While It is believed that a majority of
the Senate favors the compensation bill
II seems certain that stubborn resistance
to its passage will be offered. Most of
this opposition will come from the Dem
ocratic side, but there are several Re-
publicans who look with disfavor ON
the provision making il an exclusive
remedy. Senators Bacon OF Georgia,
Overman Of North Carolina, Reed OF
Missouri, and Shively OF Indiana, indi-
Gated from their action that they may
be counted upon as opposed to the meas
ure, and It is believed each of them will
make speeches against II.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1912-04-16
Skin Peelins Natures
I Aid to New Complexion
IRON wonsuS Th6une.)

Mercolized wax is a natural beau
tifef BY taking OF the devitalizsd
surface skin, it merely hastens Ma
lures work. The second skin layer.
brought gradually to view. exhibits
the healthy youthful color produced
by capillary circulation. This because
tie capillaries are thus brought nearer
the surface; also because the new skin
Is unsoiled by, dust and dirt. This
wax. to be had at any drug store tan
ounce will dol is put on nightly like
cold cream. washed on mornings with
warm water. Its work usually Is COM
pleted in from seven 10 ten days, long
enough not TO show too marked re-
suits from day to day, or cause pain
or detention indoors.
A face bath to remove wrinkles.
made by dissolving an ounce OF Eaxo-
lite in a half pint witch hazel, 10 an
other natural beautiher, since It's as
tringent and tonic effects smooth out
the wrinkles in accordance with Ma
lures own, process -
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1912-04-16
PRESIDENT ALLIES
HONORED BY CLUB
Members of the Commercial Extend
Congratulations at COmpi-
mentary Dinner.

Delightful In Its informality. and full Of
ood-feIlowship and camaraderie, the COM
piimentary dinner rendered by the Com
mercIal Club to its President, Milton E
Allies, last evening. was one Of the most
brilliant events ever given under the
auspices Of the organization.
Felicitous in all details was the speech
making which followed the supper, D. J.
Callahan was in the chair, and one mem
Der after another arose and Jointly con-
graduated the club on having such an
efficient president, and also the president
on having such an efficient corps OF CO.
workers to assist him in his plans fOI
expanding the clubs membership and in
fiuence.
The set address" Of the evening was
made by President Allies himself, and
amid laughter and great good humor. he
told OF his experiences in Washington.
ranging over q quarter Of a century. and
Of his experiences before Il left my
home in Northern Ohio"
1T was once the highest ambition OF
my life" he said. Ito be the greatest
trombone player in the world, for l was
q member OF a German band. I was also
q printer at one stage Of my career and
several other things Some Of the pleas
attest experiences Of my life have been
visits to my old Ohio home since came
to washington"
W. Morgan Shuster. the former Treas
urer General OF Persia, made a brief and
pithy address, in which he referred to
his experiences in the Orient. and de-
elared he was not. in the strict sense OF
the word. a good Washingtonian, be-
cause he 'strayed away from home so
often"
Other speakers included Commissioner
Rudolph. Thomas W. Smith. and Charles
p. King. The guests included practically
the roster Of the clubs membership, and
II was voted one OF the most ENJOYABLE
social affairs OF the season.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1912-04-16
THE ALLEN BOYS"
ARE ROUNDED UP
Five Lads Who Robbed Several
Stores Receive Penalty
from Court.

After perpetrating a series Of daring
robberies The Allen Bunch" was round
ed up in the Juvenile Court yesterday
afternoon. The gang was composed of
Edward Mcdonald, of 60lI5 Fourth Street
Northwest: James Z. McGuider. OF Blad-
snsburg Road; Bertram Thompson. of
lilo Eighth Street Northeast: Howell
Kopp. Of 4ls 1 street northwest. and
Howard Ridgeway. of 1oes North Capitol
Street
The boys told Judge De Lacy that they
had read the thrilling story OF the out
lawry OF the Allen gang. and had decided
to follow in the footsteps Of the Vir-
ginians. The youngsters broke into the
saloon of Morris ]. Sheehan, Second and
H Streets Northeast, early one morning
last week and stole four packages OF
cigarettes. a pint of gin, and three pints
OF 'oId Henry" whisky.
The boys later broke into the drug store
OF Edward I. Perkins, Fourth Street and
Stanton Place Northeast, and stole G.79.
Several nights later they broke the glass
in the window of the store Of Mary J.
Farrell. $40 Second Street Northeast
They were frightened away before they
had stolen any money.
The gang then entered the lunchroom
Of James B. Burke, 80 Sixth Street
Northwest. and stole a revolver and 70
cents. kopp armed himself with the re-
volyer, and the Allen bunch departed for
their homes, The boys were met by Po-
Hceman Hill and Detective williams, OF
the Ninth Precinct, who gave chase to
the young outlaws. Policeman Hill fired
revolver at the fleeing youngsters
The boys were later apprehended by
Policemen Anderson, Steele, Hill. and
Davis, of the Ninth Precinct. Ridge
way was before the court some time
ago, and was committed to the Junior
Republic. He escaped on April s, and
came TO Washington. Judge De Lacy
committed him to the Reform School
yesterday, together with Kopp and Ma
gruder.
Young Mcdonald was sent to the
House of Detention for sentence this
afternoon. Sentence was suspended in
the case of Thompson. as he explained
that he was not with the gang when
the robberies were perpetrated.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1912-04-16
STATE
STANDS BY Guns
Awaits Developments as Re-
suit OF Ultimatum to
Mexico.

Having sent yesterday q note of warn
ing to the Mexican government and the
Mexican people, including Pascual oroz-
co. the rebel leader, that proper respect
must be shown Americans and their lives.
and that Americans who are taken pris-
oners OF war must be treated as such
under the laws Of civilized nations, the
Washington authorities remained silent
yesterday and awaited a reply 10 the
note and further Developments Upon
the nature OF these developments will
depend WHISTLER forcible action shall be
taken by the United States government.
While the note addressed to the Mexi-
can foreign once and TO orozco by Act
ing Secretary OF State Wilson Is generally
construed in oficial circles as being
equivalent 10 an ultimatum which sug-
gests q possibility Of intervention In case
its demands are not satisfactorily met,
the authorities remain silent. They give
the impression that the note was not in
tended as a formal ultimatum. and that
IL does not really suggest Intervention
or any other military action. Those ex-
presslons OF views are readily accepted
as merely diplomatic. however, IL not be-
ing expected that there would be at this
moment an Official admission that the mill
itary will be called upon II necessary TO
carry out the demands Of the note.
The Wilson note was written at the
direction OF President Taft, who care
fully reviewed IL at the last moment be-
fore II was fled Sunday. Diplomats
pointed out yesterday-that the emphatic
language Of the note might be all idle
talk IL the United States does not stand
prepared to back up its demands, and
the only way these can be backed up Is
by the military. since all diplomatic
ends have come to naught. The note
informs the existing Mexican government
and Orozco that they will be held re-
sponsible for ''all wanton or illegal acts
sacrificing or endangering'' American
life or property, and any maltreatment Of
American citizens must be fully an
swered for by the Mexican people"
II the Mexicans continue to murder
Americans after receipt Of this warning
Il remains clear that the only way by
which they can be made TO fully answer
for the crimes is by force OF arms.
The American authorities are deeply op-
posed to intervention. President Taft has
said that he would intervene
only as a last resort. That a repetition OF
such a crime as committed in the muir
der OF Albert Fountain. an American clti-
zen. by direction OF Orozco, would prove
the last resort, there can be no doubt.
In that case, or in case the Madero gov.
eminent indicates that IL Is unable 10
the situation and meet the Amer
lean demands the President win undoubt-
eddy present the whole situation 20 Con- |
gress. simultaneously there would be a |
OF the entire army and state
militias and the Atlantic and Pacific feet. |
ready for immediate action.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1912-04-16
TO SERVE ABSENT DEFENDANTS.

After repeated efforts in the sixty-hrst
Congress to pass a bill amending section
tO1I Of the Revised Statutes of the Unit
I'd States, making it possible to get serv-
Ice on absent defendants under indict-
ment for violation Of a Federal statute,
Senator Cummins was yesterday sue
cessfuI and passed his bill without OBJ
lection.
This measure has been opposed by a
New York morning newspaper corpora
hon, some Of whose officers and agents
we're indicted in connection with the al
legged Panama libel cases, growing out OF
publications in the Presidential campaign
81 1905.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1912-04-16
To Have Lustrous Hair
and Rosy Complexion

An excellent way to make the hair
bright silky and fluffy is to shampoo
about twice a month with a teaspoonful
Of canthrox dissolved in a cup of hot
water. This seems to be a natural tonic
for the hair, as II cleanses perfectly. dis
solves dandruff and leaves the scalp re-
freshed and in a healthy condition. The
hair will dry quickly and evenly without
streaklng.
looking complexion will ind an I'M
equaled beautiaer In a lotion made with
ounces Of -sprrmAx dissolved in y pint
witch hazel Cor hot water) with tea
spoonfuls glycerine added. This lotion
does not show or rub on as easily as
powder. and Is splendid for taking away
that shiny. oily. saliow look 10 the skin.
II keeps the skin smooth, yelyey and
free from chapping
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1912-04-16
FATHER-N-LAw VERSUS
GARDNER, TOO MUCH FOR
IoEGwoRTH,s DIPLOMACY

Representative Nick Longworth Of
Ohio yesterday raised his hands in pro-
test and sidsstepped an invitation to act
as referee in the proposed campaign de-
bate between his father-in-law, Col.
Roosevelt and Representative "Gussie''
Gardner Of Massachusetts,.
mo. no; never" declared Representa-
tive Lonsworths crossing his fingers and
holding up both arms when the proposal
was made. Excuse muh." said Nick
when Representative Stanley Of Ken
third party in the Observation-Disclosures
ring.
Representative Gardner has challenged
Col Roosevelt to debate. him In Massa-
ehusetts, but has received no reply.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1912-04-16
Tobacco Bill in Senate.

Consideration Of the Cummins bill to per-
nit appeals by Independent tobacco inter-
.sts to the Supreme Court from the decree
Df dissolution in the tobacco trust cases
was resumed in the Senate yesterday.
Senator Cummins continued his speech
N advocacy Of the measure. He argued
that the lower court had grievously
erred in allowing the decree to be ar
ranged in long series of conferences.
In was intended, he said, to adjudicate
the -lawfuiness Of the plan submitted.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1912-04-16
FEARS A JOKER" IN
ROCKEFELLER PLAN

Consideration of the Peters bin. pro-
Sldins for the Incorporation Of the
Rockefeller Foundation. was prevented
In the House yesterday by Representa-
lives Sheppard Of Texas and Fowler Of
Illinois, Democrats. Mr.. Sheppard pro-
fessed to smell "a joker in the measure.
II fear that under the guise OF philan-
thropy," Mr.. Sheppard said, l''this cor
poration may be permitted to compete
in business Of all kinds with people who
are forced to make a living and be
exempt from taxation"
Objections made by Mr.. Sheppard re-
moved the bill from the union calendar,
and the chances are that II Will not again
be taken up at this session.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1912-04-16
STRENUOUS TIMES
In M.P.GONFERENCE
Change in Laws Relating to Super
annuates Causes Tilt Among
Churchmen.

Special to The Washington HGald
Laurel, Del. April 15.-This has been
the most strenuous day Of the meeting
OF the Maryland Annual Conference of
the NJ. P. Church. The entire morning
was taken up with the discussion of a
report presented by = special COMMITTEES
pertaining to a change in the laws of the
church relating to superannuates.
For a time things looked serious,
Former President Sheridan was a men,
Der Of the committee that presented
the superannuate report, and resented L
statement made by Or. Thomas II. Lewis.
President OF the Western Maryland Col
lege. DR.. Lewis was addressing the con-
ference on a substitute resolution that
he chad offered. and had stated that he
went TO Salisbury Saturday TO get a copy
and some information on the charter OF
the Superannuate Fund Association
when he was interrupted by DIR. Sheri-
dan. who stated that it seemed strange
that DR.. Lewis could not have acquaint-
ed the committee with those facts BE-
fore coming into the conference with
them. DR.. Lewis calmly requested Or.
Sheridan not to get excited. The repartee
was reaching the stage Of acrimony when
President Bowers Gained the turbulent
waters. and everything was seemingly
adjusted to the satisfaction OF all.
Dr. Sheridan then arose and asked II
ne could speak without being told not
to get excited. President Bowers re-
marked pleasantly that he could, where
upon the good doctor startled the minis
tiers with these words: II think the r.
marks Of DR.. lewis not only discour-
teous, but contemplate" DR.. Lewis ig-
nored the insinuation. but the statement
created a stir in the conference. The
conference refused to accept Dr.
Lewis substitute and then adopt.
ed the report Of the committee
DR.. John W. Trout. OF Philadsl.
phia. ministerial. and Hon. Joshua W.
Herring, Of Westminster; A. B. Stine,
of Washington. and T. 3. Bowers. Of
laymen, were elected dele
gates to the General Conference, COM
pletinE the twenty-eight necessary.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1912-04-16
CALLS ROOSEVELT
WRECKER OF PARTY
Director Mckinley, in Second State
ment, Assails cOlOnel's mis-
quotation" Of President.

Col Roosevelt was described as the
wrecker Of his party by Director Will
lam Mckinley. OF the Taft bureau. in
a second statement given out last night.
Former President Theodore Roosevelt,
in hib campaign for denomination for q
third term in the White House." said Mr..
Mckinley, is conducting an organised
propaganda 10 wreck the Republican
party. No word or deed has. up to this
time, been too mendacious or too mean.
either on his own part Of on the part OF
his understrappers. TO accomplish the
recognized end they have in view.
Former President Roosevelt has him
self, repeatedly and unblushingly and
deliberately, misquoted and misinterpreted
the actual language of the President OF
the United States"