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The Washington herald., 1912-12-05
Gayety-Dave Marion and "Dream-
land BurIesquers."

Dave Marion, one OF the most success
fui and versatile Of burlesque stars. will
be seen at the Gayety next week head
ing the ''Dreamland Burlesquers." Mr.
Marion is not only the chief funmaker Of
the organization, but he is the author,
composer and IyricIst Of "Pousse Cafe"
the two-act musical farce In which the
Dreamlanders will be seen. Twenty-Five
big musical numbers are TO be found in
the score of "Pousse Cafe" large and
handsomely costumed chorus is one of
the striking features Of the entertain
ment, and Mr.. Marion has surrounded
himself with an unusually capable group
VI assistant funmakers and singers.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05
CnsIno-NaudeviIIe.

The Casino management is building up
bill of specialties for next week, ac-
cording to announcement. THE Two
Dainty Little Singing Maids will intro
duce Billie and Esther Young in song
selections of the pleasanter kind. Camp
bell and Conner will weave comedy into
their duologue of song and chatter. Gros-
jean and Mauer promise novelty in the
musical line.
The acrobatic feature. combining nom
sense and niftiness, will be essayed by
the Stern Brothers. Two more acts are
yet to be announced TO complete the bill,
which will be supplemented with motion
pictures OF the Casino standard.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05
Co.mos=VaudeyiIIc.

Every patron OF the Cosmos will re-
member the Three Bohemians, who. with
VIOLIN, harp-guitar and pIano-accordion,
were seen some weeks ago. They are not
the headiiners. but simply one of the
features OF the Cosmos bill for next
week.
The bill includes the Starneros, who
are said to be the greatest plate SPIN
ners and eouilibrists In vaudeville.
Other prominent features will be the
Four Lubins, in quartet offerings Of song
and dances, the Musical Maids, with a
violin and piano programme. and Irene
Hobson and company, in "A Business
Proposal" There will be another act,
the contract for which is not yet closed,
and the Pathe Weekly Review. the orig
inal chronicler OF world events in motion
pictures leading the film features.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05
BITS OF BASEBALL

The Springfield Club. Of the I. I. I.
League has sold Manager-player Richard
Smith to the Scranton Club. of the New
York State League, for $500. Smith will
manage the Scranton team.
Business men of Evansville, Ind, have
made an offer of $4,000 for the South
Bend franchise in the Central League, on
condition that their offer is accepted be-
fore the first OF next year.
The St. Louis National League Club
has released Jack Bliss. the veteran
catcher, to the Sacramento Club, of the
Pacific Coast League.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05
CoIumbia-HoIme. Travel Talk.

The most beautiful architectural
achievement in the world. the far-famed
Tai, will be the starting point from which
Burton Holmes will lead his hearers at
the Columbia Theater Sunday evening
and Monday afternoon. in the continual
ton of his journey through India. The
route will continue along through CAL
cutta, Allahabad. Darjiling. all seats Of
unprecedented royal magnifcence. to the
most wonderful of natures works, the
lofty. snowcapped. and awe-inspiring
peaks of the Himalayss. II will. indeed,
be a revelation of the glories of India.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05
To Remove COLLECTION Fees.

New York. Dec. 4-FoIlowing spir-
tied meeting held behind closed doors,
the New York Clearing House Associa-
ton to-day voted TO remove the coliec-
ton fees on checks in five States, namely,
New York, Rhode Island. Connecticut.
Massachusetts,, and New Jersey. This
action came in the form OF adopting the
report that check collection In these
States should be free.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05
COMING TO THE THEATERS

leading booking ofices In New York
whereby he viii be able 10 present IN
Washington higher grade OF Vauae-
Vile attractions than he has been offer
ms 10 the patrons Of the big avenue
playhouse. Each week there win be one
big headline feature. supplemented by
six exceptionally strong supporting acts
This elevation of the standard OF Poll
vaudeville in Washington VIII be made
feasible by revising the scale OF prices
to conform with those In other theaters
OF the Poll circuit. wig. 10. DO and 30
cents for the evening performances, and
the same prices as heretofore 90 and 70
cents) for the matinees.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05
Lyceum-"Dante'. Daughter"

The great hodge-podge of all that is
new and entertaining are "Dante's
Daughters" and the ''Darlings OF Paris,
the show combination which will be seen
at the Lyceum next week.
Not only does il contain all that is good
in burIesque, spectacular. musical, and
sensational effects. but il also offers
long bill of vaudeville stars. Nothing
has been overlooked that will help make
this the most satisfying entertainment of
all the so-called Broadway productions.
Extra attraction Friday night-the
country store.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05

Merry Nat-Good and kind Samaritan,
blessings on your worthy headpiece. You
can rest assured that Merry Nat never
forgets a kindness. II there Is anything
1 can possibly do for you-promotion to
captaincy, a saloon Of your own-any
little thing like that-don't hesitate to
mention It. If you do my feelings will
be crushed.
The Cop-whisht, now. me by! Don't
mintion it. Shure, OF thought We wor
hovin' a fit. It's only common humanity,
an Moike the copper is no football play
err or automobiler.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05
STUDENTS WALK OUT.
Members Of Marapette Universisy..
aedical Department Gait school. Z

; Medteal UepaFtment auit schopa'
Milwaukee. Wis., Dec. 1.-THE entire
medical department OF Marquette Uni
yerslty. 400 students In all. after q mass
meeting to-day, decided TO leave the
school. and marched In body TO the
Wisconsin College OF Physicians and
Surgeons, the rival school, and reg
istered.
The students claimed the faculty had
failed to raise the standards OF the
school to the point demanded by the
American Medical Association and that
the rulings Of the American Medical As
ISOLATION make 1t difficult. II not Inn
possible, for a graduate OF the institu-
ton to get proper rating as physi-
clan after graduating.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05
Acndemy-"The Confe.sion."

The Confession" by James Halleck
Reid, which enjoyed a successful run at
the Bijou Theater, New York City, will
be seen at the Academy next week. dares
to tell the truth, and in its telling I'M
furls a dramtic story OF power. strength,
and literary merit.
Mr.. Reid is firm in his belief that the
public will welcome a play with real life
interest, not depending upon the loud.
the sensational or the vulgar for its sue
cess, but rather upon truth. which, since
time began, has always been stronger
than fiction. The management of the
play. Arm In Mr.. Reds belief. have fur
nished the play with a cast of exceptional
ability. For the important offering,
scenic production BETTING in detail and
has been built for The Con-
fession."
Polrs-VaudevIIIe.
S. z. Poll announces this week that he
has perfected arrangements with the
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05

Nine. Alma Gluck, the -prima donna
from the Metropolitan Opera, New York,
who is interesting the entire musical
world with a voice, a technique, and a
personality TO promise any height OF
greatness for the future, will be heard in
recital at the National Theater Monday
afternoon, December 3. at $50. Nine.
Gluck, who IL now on concert tour. is
meeting with unstinted praise from press
and public. and creating the greatest en-
thusiasm that has been accorded any
great singer in years.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05
CoIumbin-"The Old Homestead"

The most enduring drawing power OF
The Old Homestead is indisputable,
and its long success and continuous
prosperity and popularity are due in no
inconsiderable measure to the fact that
It is a perfect transcript of nature. II Is
old. yet ever new, and IT is absolutely
true to the New England country life,
which II represents.
The musical features are the same as
Of old, the double male quartet is just
as good to-day as It was when Chauncey
Olcott, Richard ]. Jose. Tom Lewis, and
others we might mention were members
OF the organization. The grand choir
in the Grace Church scene includes
twenty trained voices. and is as impress
sive as heretofore. The original COM
pane and production will be seen here
under the personal direction Of Mr.. Frank
Thompson.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05

Shoe-Store Owner-Take him right
along. oficer-that's the man. I've fol-
lowed him ever since I saw him steal
those shoes from my store.
Merry Nat-rm so ALTERED thankful to
get those tortures on my feet you'll
have no trouble with me. III go any
where-Brooklyn. the Philippines, or
Puerto Rico-any place on the map Why,
! feel like a man just let out of the
pen after a ten-year term. Vows The
drinks are on me II can get bar-keep
to hang me up.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05
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Weeks. 81 S. g Sherman... y
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Nhalen...... 8 - 3 HAnson5.:---. ~ -
FNulk......... lis l03 100 Mcdonald. 81 w y
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Totals. Sl S7 "a - - A.:
CITY INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIP.
St. Sp. It's St Sp It's
Van Ruskirk + lss Harwood. .... } Isl
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CITY INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIP.

Shortstop-manager Charles O'Leary. Of
indianapolis, has at last been released to
the Providence Club. of the International
League.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05

Merry Nat-oh, these are awful! Now
I know why the Willie-boys walk SO
funny. Every step 1 take sends a mill
lion wireless pains all over my system.
I'd like to get hold Of the double
breasted. peanut headed eggplant that
made these aoominatons. Just lock me
up in a barn with him and give me a
pick-ax.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05

Merry Nat-Suffering Socrates, it's a
tight squeeze, egad! My cursed vanity
prompted this spike-toe boot. They'll do
at a pinch, no doubt. By the powersi I'll
swear can feel all my toes blending into
one. But I'll get EN- both or bust.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05

Merry Natl feel constrained to annex
these shoes. Honestly. / haven't got the
nerve TO ask the man to present them TO
me- Besides, I've no doubt he's a busy
man. so won't bother him with idle
questions. must trot over to the club
and slip these on.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05

Merry Match. agony! Any one would
think had a fit that saw me; but it's no
fit that bothers me. These shoes wouldn't
fit anything but frog. Oh, shall sure
" pass away in two minutes! Help!
The Cop-A hobo THROWN a Mt, be
CORY! Here, youse! Don't bore hole
in tn asphalt.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05
TENPINS.

Individual Tournament.
CAt Palace AlIeykI
Watson, Hardie, L. Krause.
Colonial League.
TAT Palace AIleysl
COntinentalS lruquols-
Agriculture vs. War.
Patent Examiners' League.
CAt Arcade Aneysl ..
Interference rs Diggers.
DUCKPINs.
Northeastern League.
CAt Northeast Aneysl
CAROLS VS.. keane Company.
So. r.. r.. Clerks League.
TAT Casino AlIesS)
Accountants w. Law.
Arcade League.
CAt Arcade AlIeyS)
GorernneDt Printing ohHce-rs Sherwood.
Commercial League.
CAt Palace AnevS)
Evcning Star Woodward & LOthrup.
Departmental League.
tAt Capitol Hill Aueys.)
Commissioners Treasury.
Carroll Council League.
(At RathskeIler AneyBD
Santa Marias vs.. TTinidadS.
Terminal r. r.. Y. NJ. c. A. League,
IAt Union StRtiou.l
Auditors Ts. Station No l.
Ingram Church League.
Cat Church AIlsyAl
boosters vs. Bull MooserS-
District League.
CAt Fat Mems AIleyS)
Arlingtons Hummer.
National Capital League.
tAt Casino AneysJ
Casinos Potomacs.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05

Apprentice allowance claimed
Shortstop Rudy Hulswitt has signed
with the Louisville Club, Of the American
Association. as player and captain.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05
PROPOSALS.

OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERS. D. c. DE
ccmher g. Is12-Sealed proposals will BE- received at
this ofhoe until O'Clock p. m. on DECEMBER Is.
1872 for the construction o. in the District Of
Columbia Forms q proposals. specifications. and
necessary information may Re obtained from the
Chief Clerk Engineer Department, Room q. Dis
trict Building. Washington: n Q: CUNo n. RI
DOL.PH JOHN A. JOHNSTON WM. V. JUD-
SON. Commissioners. D. @ de4,S.sTsO
TREASURY DEPARTMENT. OFFICE OF THE
Supervising Architect. Washington. D. C.. Deem
her 2 1917 Sealed proposals will he received in
this Office until O'Clock p m. on the 18th DAY
OF JANUARY. 1918. and then opened. foc the
mechanical equipment texcept elevltOrs Of the new
building for the Bureau Of Engraving and Printing
at Washington. D. @. in accordance with d1WinEs
and specification. copies nf which may be obtained
at this ofice. the discretion Of the Supervising
Architect OSCAR WENDEROTH. Supervising Ar
chtect dec3.4S6T9
TREASURY DEPARTMENT. OFFICE OF THE
Supervising Architect. Washington d. O., Decrm-
her . 49, Sealed proposals. will he recsiIed in
this once until O'Clock n. m. on the 18th DAY
OF JANUARY, 1918. and then opened for = nv
draulic elevator. plant &c, in the new building for
the Bureau Of Engraving and Printing at Washing
ton. d. c. in accordance with the drawings and
specification. cupies Of which may be obtained at
this Office. at the discretion Of the Supervising Ar
chitcct- OSCAR WENDERoTH, Supervising Archi-
tect dsc5.L567.9
TREASURY DEPARTMENT, OFFICE OF THE
Supervising Architect. Washington n. C. Decrm-
ber l92-Seaed proposals will be received at this
orioe until O'Clock p m on the 18th DAY or
JANUARY 1913. and then opened for the interior
finish Of fOCTr-story basement and attic hreproot
building Of approximately 5000 square feet ground
area. for the Bureau Of Engraving and Printing.
Washington. D. c. Drawings and specifications may
he obtained this oce at the discretion Of the Su
perTiSng Architect. OSCAR WENDEROTH. su-
perTising Architect de3L567,9
PROPOSALS Will BE RECEIVED AT THB
Bureau Of Supplies and Accounts. Nav Depart
ment Washington. D. O.. until 10 O'Clock a m.
DECEMBER Il. 1872. and publicly opened imme-
diately thereafter to furnish at the navy yard Wash
ington. D. C. &c, a quantity Of naval supplies
follows: Sch. 500: Engine lathes drilling ard mill
ing machines.-Sch. 50ll: Electrical supplies ard
rOes--Sch. 0i2: Trolley blocks. naval hrunze hot
rolled forged and sheet steel. Applications for
proposals should designate the schedules desired Nv
number. Blank proposals will be furnished upon ap-
PIication to the Bureau. T. J. CowIE. Paymaster-
General, q. S. n. noS.d
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05
BeIa.co-sothern and MarIOwe.

There is no question about the bril-
liant outcome OF the fortnight's engage
ment of E. H. sothern and Julia Mar
lowe at the Belasco Tbeater The visit
Of the popular stars has taken on the
aspect of a Shakespearean festival. and
old and young are filing the theater at
every performance.
An indication OF the remarkable pop
uiarity of these two players is indicated
by a contract which they have already
signed for ten consecutive weeks in
New York next season, at the Manhat-
tan Opera House, where they recently
closed five weeks engagement, which
they discovered at the end was all too
brief At the Belasco Theater they are
offering an extensive and varied dra-
matte bill of fare, ranging from the
comedies to the tragedies. Tive perform
ances will be given OF each Of the eight
plays in their repertoire, with the ex-
ception of Macbeth and "As You Like
It." which will have only one presenta-
ton each.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05
The NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. LOU

The National-"Louisia bou.'
The National Theater will have week
Of musical comedy pyrotechnics Begin
ming next Monday evening. when that
Chicago and San Francisco musical COM
edy success. Louisiana Lou" bursts
into the local horizon.
Alexander Carr viii be in charge OF
the, comedy, while Sophie Tucker viii
WELD the tantalizing torch OF ragtiine.
Other capable aids and assistants VIII
be Harry Hanion, Burreli Barbaretta,
Lester Crawford. Bessie de Vote, Helena
Sailinger. Eleanor Henry, and several
dozen charming girls. The piece was
first produced at the La Sale Opera
House, Chicago, in September, 1871, where
It played for 35s performances.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05
BOWLING EVENTS TONIGHT.

Wolgast down.
The Washington herald., 1912-12-05
PoIi's-VaudevIIIe.

S. 2. Poll announces this week that he
has perfected arrangements with the
The Washington herald., 1912-05-16
WOMAN'S LESSON is
TO ADJUST HERSELF
Mrs. John Hays Hammond Defines
Greatest Problem Of Fair Sex
Before Civic Federation.

THE greatest problem which lies be-
fore woman to-day is to adjust herself,
and with the same tenderness and en-
cheney which she has used I'm the past
define her relations with all the world
in the most complete mannss.~
This was the statement of Mrs. John
Hays Hammond, chairman OF the wom-
ans welfare department Of the National
Civic Federation in an address yes
terday before the national congressional
section of that department at the home
OF Mrs. Winthrop Murray Crane. 1901
K Street Northwest.
The meeting, which was attended by
wives of Senators and Representatives,
was the first to be held by the newly
organized department.
Mrs. Duncan L. Fletcher, wife Of Sen
ator Fletcher OF Florida, first vice chair
man of the section. presided. and reports
were heard from the following officers
Mrs. Lyden Evans, Illinois. secretary
Mrs. Julius Kahn. California. treasurer
The following chairmen OF the standing
committee reported: MIS-. Welden B.
Hepburn, membership; Mrs. Steven B.
Ayres. press and publicity; Mrs. Edwin
J. Sweet. information on welfare work;
Mrs. Henry G. Danforth, programme
and rooms.
Mrs. William Howard Taft, wife of the
President, who Is honorary first vice
chairman, sent her regrets at not be-
ing able to be present Mrs. Champ
Clark, wife of Speaker Clark. honorary
second vice chairman. was present.
The Washington herald., 1912-05-16

Teddy osborn's pets. an-act that is book
ed for the older folks as wen as the
children. when q dog and monkey cur
Gus viii be shown, that Is fun of comedy.
Gladys Vance, the girl with the mirror
dress. win offer new songs and dances.
Fox and Ward. the old-time minstrel
men. viii present the same act they did
with the BF Keitf's Old srimers' re-
yival that played all the leading theaters
OF the United States 10 a capacity busi-
ness.
Hays and APPOINT. an. act that has been
seen in the leading theatersl Of, the coun-
try, viii present a novel comedy crea-
tion. Hans Nlx's Baby" which Is q
laugh producer, Another act TO be seen
next week, will be Rutledge. Pickering
and Company, who win present a rural
comedy sketch, by Edward Weitzel. "A
Fatted Calf" which Is known as the
''way Down East OF vaudeville. Three
people are used in the sketch. and they
are said to be experts in their different
characters. New photo plays, both COM
edy and dramatic. viii be shown
The Washington herald., 1912-05-16
OBSERVE
MEMORIAL DAY
wreaths Placed on Graves of De.
parted Members-oliver's Widow
Visits Andrew Chapel.

The sixth annual memorial day OF s-e
District Fire Department was observed
yesterday. Wreaths were placed on the
graves Of eighty-elght former members
OF the department.
Fire Chief Frank ]. Wagner partlci-
pated in the observance OF the day by
placing wreaths on the graves OF for
uler Chief Belt in Glenwood Cemetery,
and former Chief cronin in Mount oil
vet Cemetery. Three Fire Department
supply wagons conveyed the floral pieces
&c the cemeteries.
The newest OF the firemen's graves is
that OF Jacob H. Oliver, who died
March . last after a lingering illness,
which had caused his retirement from
service about two years ago. In twenty
two years in the Fire Department-the
greater part Of this time as driver OF
No. engine, Georgetown-olIver won
an enviable reputation for gallantry.
Eight years ago, while he was driving
No. engine to fire. the engine colIided
with car at Twenty-ninth and NJ Streets
Northwest Oliver was thrown from his
seat among the panic-stricken horses.
Grasping the shaft he held on for his
life and talked to the horses. Respond
ing to the well known voice, the horses
began to slow down
Meanwhile Private John DAILY climbed
over the boiler OF the engine, and re-
covering the reins. brought the horses
to a stop. Although the horses instinc-
lively avoided hitting their driver with
their feet, a glancing blow from the
hoof Of one Of them struck Oliver in
the chest. Complications from this
wound in later years fastened divers
death.
Mrs. Mary A. Oliver, who carried the
firemen's bouquet to her husbands grave
at Andrew Chapel yesterday. was Miss
Mary A. Taylor. OF GAINESVILLE, Ohio. and
was married to Mr.. Oliver in 1873 Mr.
Oliver is also survived by a daughter.
Mrs. Grace Willis. Oliver was born in
Fairfax County, Va, and was nifty
seven years. OF age when he died.
Those who decorated the graves were
Capt. ]. T. Rossiter, White Marsh Gem
etery; Mrs N. T. Wiles, Alexandria;
Private S. o. Bassford, Oak Hill Gene
terry; Private ]. Sullivan. Holy Rood
Cemetery; Mrs. Mary A. Oliver, Andrew
Chapel; Assistant Driver R. E. Harrison.
Arlington: Driver R. J. Holmes, Har-
mony, and A Savoy, WoodlaWn
The Washington herald., 1912-05-16
PoIi,. Thenter.

Seven Days" the farce which holds
the record for the longest continuous
run on Broadway "a solid year at the
Astor) will be the offering OF the Poll
Players next week. The play is q skill
full dramatization OF Mrs. Mary Roberts
Rinehearts intensely amusing story OF
the same name. II tells OF the trials
Of poor Bubbles Wilson, who is quar-
antined in his own house with maiden
aunt a bogus wife, and a variegated
assortment Of friends, burglars, and po-
Iicemen as unwelcome guests. But none
is more welcome and at the same time
unwelcome than Mrs. Bubbles" VIII
son, Bubbles divorced wife.
The fun OF the piece starts when IT
is made known that Aunt Selma, from
whom Bubbles derived his wherewithal
to live and have his being, is bitterly
opposed to divorce. 1t is the knowledge
Of this prejudice that causes Bubbles
to persuade his good friend. Kit Nc
Nair, to pose as his wife. never dream
ing. of course, that the aunt's visit
would be OF a greater duration than an
afternoon. And It would not have been
had Il not been for the fact that the but
Ter was stricken with disease diagnosed
as smallpox, resulting in the wholesale
quarantine.
The Washington herald., 1912-05-16
Linweaver Bros.

Established In business here since 1884,
W. P. & c. c. Linweaver have grocery
and meat store IN Market Street which
does a business that ranks them among
Harrisonburg' leading merchants.
They originally catered to the grocery
trade only. but the business increased
to such an extent that i've years ago
they started their meat department. and
now have in connection with new sani-
tary storage for perishables refrigera-
tor, meat counters to display fresh meats
under glass
They are exclusive agents for Chase
& Sanbourn's coffees and teas and buy
Gold Medal -four by the car load. They
have an auto delivery, large attractively
dressed windows, and an inviting in
The Washington herald., 1912-05-16
At the Cosmos.

Several distinctive features will mark
the Cosmos bin next week. and II is
certain that the standard set by the the
ater in the past few weeks will be main
tanned. In view OF what is being offered
the present week, which is the third an
niversary week. this will be a real task
for the management
Among the excellent features will be
Margie Hilton and her colonial doll.
Miss Hilton is a Washington girl. who
has won decided favor in the city
through her appearance in stock and
vaudeville. She is clever comedienne.
George r. Lauder and company have a
ventriloquiI act de luxe 10 offer. with
special scenic effects and novelties.
Eccentric comedy and patter viii be
provided by the Weston Sisters. and
Restidn. the well-known italian accor-
dion player. viii purvey melody OF a
popular brand. Hap Handy and com
pany will be seen in clever soap
bubble act, with billiard game as the
feature