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Evening star., 1914-04-20
TO EXTEND THRIFT SOCIETY.
To Establish Chapters in All Towns
of More Than 2,0oo. Population.

The beginning of a campaign to es-
tablish local chapters in every American
town of more than 1000 population was
announced yesterday by the American So
ciety for Thrift through its Washing
ton headquarters. Later the movement
is to be extended to the smallest viii
lagos.
In an effort to determine whether or
not the organization of which Simon w.
Straus Of Chicago is president could rely
on the cooperation of the public, let
ters of inquiry We're sent to members of
Congress. members of the state legisla-
lures and the leading business men of the
country. The result was a unanimous
agreement with the doctrines of the or
ganization and assurance of cooperation
and hearty support.
Among the congressional letters of in
dorsement and commendation received
were those from Senators Elihu Root of
New York. Moses E. Clapp of Mime
sofa. Reed Smoot of Utah. John F.
Shafroth of Colorado. John d. Works
of California. Morris Sheppard of Texas.
Albert b. Cummins of Iowa. Willard
Salisbury of Delaware and Henry Cabot
Lodge of Massachusetts. and Representa-
tives Burton l.. French of Utah. A. r.
Gardner of Massachusetts, Philip p.
Campbell of Kansas and Serene E. Payne
OF New York.
Evening star., 1914-04-20
FINDS MAN UNDER BED.
Kathlyn Evans Screams and Crap
pies With Intruder.

An unidentified man was discovered un-
der the bed of Kathlyn Evans. fourteen
years old daughter of Joseph T. Evans
of 7O7 Euclid street northwest about
12:5 o'clock yesterday morning. The
child some time ago inaugurated the
practice of looking under her bed every
night before retiring, and yesterday morn
ing the unexpected happened.
Thinking the intruder was her father.
the child called to him. She received nc
response. however. and then she called
her brother. Fearing arrest or rough
treatment at the hands of a male mem
ber of the family. the robber left his
hiding place and started in the direction
of window.
The fourteen-year-old child grappled
with him. but he quickly threw her to the
floor and disappeared through the win
dow. wrench and stone We're found in
the room and a knife was found on the
kitchen roof. The police were told that
the intruder was in his shirt sleeves.
Evening star., 1914-04-20
MEETS DEATH IN FLAMES.
Carl Finley of This City Victim o.
Fire in Baltimore,

Carl Finley of this city was burned to
death in the stable of the Elite Laundry
Company 120 Pearl street. Baltimore
yesterday morning. Two weeks ago Fin
ley left here and went to Baltimore tc
work for the laundry company. 1t is
thought a lantern he was carrying ex-
ploded and set fire to his clothing.
Finley's father went to Baltimore yes
terday and visited the morgue of hos
pital where his sons body was held
Funeral services for the fire victim took
place in Baltimore this morning. and the
body will be inferred in this city.
Finley is survived by his wife and two
children. who reside at 424 I'd street
northwest He had relatives in Baltimore
Evening star., 1914-04-20
CONFIRMATION SERVICES.
Bishop Harding Oficiates at Two
Churches-Program for Week.

Bishop Harding officiated yesterday at
the II o'clock service at st. Paul's
Church. Rock Creek. at which a large
class was confirmed Rev. Charles E.
Buck. rector Of the church. presented the
candidates. Bishop Harding also con-
flrmed a class at st. Andrews Church
at 8 o'clock last night
At IL o'clock Wednesday morning the
Bishop of Washington is to oficiate at
confirmation services at st. Thomas
Croome, Md, and at 4 o'clock the same
day he is to confirm a class at the Chapel
of the Atonemelft. Cheltenham. Md.
Thursday he is to officiate at confirmation
services at St Simon's Chapel and he
is to be in charge of the annual con-
firmation services Friday at the National
Cathedral School for Boys.
Evening star., 1914-04-20
GRAND JURY |ND|CTS
THE kEN|LWORTH CLUB
Set Forth That Gaming Tables Are
Maintained-Fined for Dealing
at Poker Game.
Special Correspondents Of The Star.
UPPER MARLBORO, April

UPPER MARLBORO, April 20, 1914.
After being in session nine and half
days the grand jury adjourned Saturday.
An indictment containing thirteen counts
was returned against the kenilworth
Club. located in Bladensburg district, just
over the District of Columbia line. at the
terminus of the Columbia electric rail-
way at kenlworth. Prosecuting Attor-
ney Clarence NJ. Roberts said last night
that an effort would be made to push
this case ahead on the docket, and that
special day would be set for trial today.
The indictment sets forth that gaming
tables were maintained.
The jury in the case of Ollie Merson
OF Laurel, charged with dealing at a
gaming table, returned verdict of
guilty late Saturday afternoon, and i'm
posed a fine of $50. The case came
to Marlboro on plea for a jury trial
entered by Mefson when the case was
heard before justice of the peace The
specific charge. it is stated. was poker
playing, and while some of the witnesses
testified that this seductive game was
played for fun one witness testified
that the game had been played at the
rendezvous for upward of forty years.
Two Indicted for Murder.
wv ihuielihehls LOT murder were re-
turned, one against Ernest Hall, colored,
charged with killing Thomas Gray, also
colored, at dance given in the hall at
Bowie week or so ago, and the other
charging Charles Henson, colored, with
killing a colored woman at Centreville,
Prince Georges county. last summer.
The grand jury returned forty-three in
dictments and examined 125 witnesses.
The report to the court contains many
recommendations designed to better con-
ditions in the county and calls attention
to the fact that some means should be
adopted to prevent persons committing
perjury before the jury, it being a matter
Of common knowledge that such perjury
was committed. but the jury was without
means to obtain the evidence upon which
to prosecute the offenders.
Evening star., 1914-04-20
PLANS FOR CONVENTION.
League of Building and Loan Asso.
Citations Meets Here July q to 20.

Plans for the convention of the United
States League of Local Building and
Loan Associations, to be held in this city
July - to 20, were discussed Saturday
night at a meeting of the Building Asso-
citation Council of the District of Column
bia. Delegates to the convention are to
be taken on a trip to .dount Vernon. and
will be given sightseeing rides about the
city.
The National Association of Examin-
ers. composed of officials appointed by
the state governments to supervise the
building and loan associations in their re-
spective states, will hold its third annual
meeting in Washington at the same time
the league meets.
Evening star., 1914-04-20
COOL WAVE COMING
FOR THIS SECTION
Weather Bureau Predicts Frosts as
Far South as Northern
Alabama.

Another touch of winter for this part
of the country is promised in the weekly
forecast of the weather bureau. issued
today. 1t isn't expected to last long,
however. and the region surrounding
Washington Is not to shiver alone. as
the weather bureau believes that frosts
will occur as far south as the northern
part of Alabama by tonight or tomorrow.
Beginning the forecast with promise
of rains. which, it may have been noticed.
set in hereabouts last night, the bureau 8
weekly forecast goes on to predict lower
temperatures in the Atlantic states, with
generally fair and much colder weather
in the lake region and the great central
valleys. freezing temp eratures over the
northern tier of states. and frost as far
down as the Texas panhandle, Okla
homa. northern Arkansas. Tennessee, and
possibly the extreme northern portions of
Mississippi and Alabama.
Coming From Northwest.
by Tuesday" the forecast said, "the
cool weather will reach the middle At
lantic states and New England. and fair
weather will prevail for several days.
The cool period will be short and the
higher temperatures over the west will
extend rapidly eastward after Monday,
in advance of a northwest disturbance.
reaching the Atlantic states by the mid
die of the week.
THE northwest disturbance will move
eastward and southeastward, attended
by showers over the northwest early in
the week. reaching the plains states and
the central portion of the country by
the middle of the week. and probably
New England and the middle Atlantic
states day or so later.
I'm the gulf states and the southwest
the weather will be generally fair dur
ing the week. while in the south Atlantic
states fair weather will prevail after
Monday.
After the passage of the first north
west disturbance. fair weather with
moderate temperatures will prevail over
the west until the emu of the week, ex-
cept in the north Pacific states and the
northwest, where another disturbance is
due by Thursday or Friday, with conse-
quent unsettled conditions and higher
temperatures. that will probably extend
not far to the eastward by the end Of
the week"
Evening star., 1914-04-20
Miss Boardman May Go to St. Louis

Miss Mabel T. Boardman. head of the
American Red Cross. expects to leave
Washington the latter part of the week
for St. Louis. where she Will attend the
convention of trained nurses of the
United States which is to be held there
from April ~ to 2s. Miss Jane A. De-
lsno. chairman of the national committee
on Red Cross nursing. will preside at the
sessions. A Red Cross exhibit is to be
installed at the convention hall
Evening star., 1914-04-20
WIN BY 8 TO s.
St. Dominic's Altar Boys Defeat En-.
gleside A, C.. in Good Game,

ST. Dominic's altar boys defeated the
strong Engleside A. c. yesterday. by the
score of to 5. on the BHghtwood field.
The features of the game were the pitch
ing of Hefferan and batting of Regan.
Miller started for the losers, but was
relieved by Holler in the sixth. the latter
doing good work. Score:
R.H.E
ST. Domnc's.. o o O-S1O
Eng. A. C......0 o o Id. 4
Batteries-St. Dominics. Heneran and May
Englesde A. C., Miller. Holler and Grinder.
Evening star., 1914-04-20
Personal Evangelism Topic.

Personal Evangelism Under Difficult
ties was the subject of discussion of
Epworth League meetings last night. A.
NJ Chesley, director of the boys depart
ment of the Y. NJ c. A, spoke at the
Douglass League service. 1t was an
nounced that arrangements for the an
nual convention Of the league are pro-
crossing.
Evening star., 1914-04-20
Williams to Address Tax League.

r. Martin Williams. reading clerk of
the House of Representatives and pres
ident of the Tax Reform League OF the
District of Columbia. is to deliver an
address on Taxation in the District
of Columbia" at meeting of the Pet
worth Citizens Association tomorrow
night at the Petworth NJ F. Church.
Sth and Shepherd streets northwest 1t
is stated the Commissioners of the Dis
trict of Columbia are to attend the
meeting.
Evening star., 1914-04-20
Historical Society to Meet.

The Columbia Historical Society is to
hold it's 144th meeting tomorrow evening
in the banquet hall of the Shoreham
Hotel The communication is to be
Some Aspects Of the Cabinet Meeting"
by Henry B. Learned. The subject will
be open for discussion.
Evening star., 1914-04-20
Another Site Available.

1t is stated that the War Department
has offered the local boating organiza-
tions permission to locate on the south
side of the portion of Potomac Park.
east of the railroad tracks. but the
fact that shoal flats exist between the
deep water and the proposed clubhouse
sites has prevented the clubs from ac-
cepting the offer.
Evening star., 1914-04-20
City Gardens" Lecture Theme.

W. E. Stafford of the Department of
Agriculture is announced to lecture on
"City Gardens" at All Souls Chapel.
Cathedral avenue northwest, at S:ls
o'clock tonight The meeting will be
open to the public.
Evening star., 1914-04-20

when Eisinger Bros furnish the lum-
Der. Prices at lowest level. 21O9 7th NV.
Evening star., 1914-04-20

The Location of the Union Trust Co.,
s.w cor. 18th and Al sts., makes it a con-
venient banking home for women. In
terest paid on all cts.-Advertisement
Evening star., 1914-04-20
Try Reading Brewing Co... Famo

Your Carpets and Rugs Need Cleaning.
Phone Conger's, W. $50.
Evening star., 1914-04-20
What is the IF. F.. W.?
Have the Trunk.

Have the Trunks and Baggage
repaired now. Don't delay until ready fol
the journey. We repair all leather goods
Drop postal or phone Main 44O6. Topham' 8
1910 F st.
Evening star., 1914-04-20
CITY ITEMS.

Farmers, Attention. Use Lucas Tinted
Gloss Paints, Enamels and Stains. r. NJ.
Brown, 7th and N NV.
Evening star., 1914-04-20

Phone Your Want Ad to The star.
Main 24l0.
Evening star., 1914-04-20

Try Reading Brewing Co.'S Famous U. $.
Standard beers: once tried always used.
Largest bottle in town, s1.25 case Valu-
able voucher given for each case of emp
ties. NJ. 5192. T. r. Beavers, agt., GO
AZ s.w.
Evening star., 1914-04-20
LOCAL MENTION.
AMUsEMENTs TONIGHT

B0lasco-'Ambition," $40 pm.
Columbia-Co1umbia Players In The
Runaway" SIS pm.
th's-High-class vaudeville, SIS
pm.
PolTs-Po1i Players in Romeo and
Juliet" Sis pm.
Gayety-"The Girls of the Gay White
Way" Sis pm.
Cosmos-vaudeville and pictures, con-
tinuous show, l to 10:40 pm
Casino-vaudeville and pictures, con-
tinuous show. 1:15 to 5, $50 to 1880
pm.
Gardens 'StronGheart motion pic
tures). 10 a.rp- to IL pm.
Orpheum-'B Millions tmo-
ton pictures. II am. to IL pm
CrandaITs-Feature films. 10 am. to
il pm.
American-vaudeville and pictures'
.:1J, 7:15 and pm.
Evening star., 1914-04-20

Mattresses and Box Springs
renovated and remade from 81 up. Cap
itol Bedding Co, 1241 7th INV. n. 526.
Evening star., 1914-04-20

OIL. Gas, Electric Fixtures and Repairs.
s16 l.th. T.. A. Muddiman & Co. 1904 &.
Evening star., 1914-04-20
Drinking Heurich,. Beer. Anord.

both an agreeable and effective means of
safeguarding your health. MaerZen and
Senate eliminate waste from the system,
make your appetite keener, impart poise.
doz., s1.75. Bottle rebate. SOC. Tel w 1900.
Evening star., 1914-04-20

The New Way to Make Bread.
Holmes uses 10 to 800 gallons of milR
I'm the bread every day htlcner, pet,ef
more delicious Bread, &c and 1oc loaf
HOLMES BAKERY, 1o7 F, Ph. NJ. 4o3'
Evening star., 1914-04-20
Sn Daily Prizes for

Haye your negatives de.
veloped and printed in our
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may win a daily prize for
furnishing the best mega
tive. .--@
Evening star., 1914-04-20

Phone Your Want Ad to The Star.
Main 2440.
Evening star., 1914-04-20

Reeves Cream Caramels.
Regular price, 40c lb.
Special for tomorrow,
&c per pound.
1909 + st. NV.
Evening star., 1914-04-20
Racketty Packetty HOUSE

From Childrens Theater. >New York. Auspices
Drama League. Next TUE. THUR. FRI.
April II, 23, "a. pm; SAT. 25. IL am.
S1 I5c soc, 25c. Benefit House Of Play.
Evening star., 1914-04-20

Magnetic compasses. Schmidt. 1922 18th.
Evening star., 1914-04-20

After Cleaning Up, "POlish Up.'
HUGH REILLY. 1884 n. Y. ave, will
supply needed Paints, Varnishes, Oils.
Brushes, etc. at right prices. Reillys .5c
Furniture Polish renews all woodwork
Evening star., 1914-04-20

Gazing Globes. J. H. Corning. so 18th st,
Evening star., 1914-04-20

M. A. LEESEAsssss 81 ssS s, rns,S s.s. Dealer
Evening star., 1914-04-20

Amateur
Photographers.
Evening star., 1914-04-20

American-Vaudeville and pictures
.15, 7:15 and pm
Evening star., 1914-04-20
BY Leo

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academy: cor. 18th and sts. NV. Apply 70
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Tulsa daily world. [volume] (Tulsa, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1905-1919, 1914-05-24

Regular s35 new Border
Queen Kitchen Cabinet with
sliding doors, for S2375 at
Bankrupt Furniture Sale,
corner of Third street and
Detroit avenue.
Tulsa daily world. [volume] (Tulsa, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1905-1919, 1914-05-24

Regular Sl2 new, extra
heavy all felt Mattress with
splendid tick, for S765, at
Bankrupt Furniture Sale,
corner Of Third and Detroit.
This is their last week.
Tulsa daily world. [volume] (Tulsa, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1905-1919, 1914-05-24

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The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-30

Fen Travis. Williams servant. made his way back to our house and lived with us the remainder of his life. l do not think Ben has eyer been mentioned in published accounts of the fall of the Alamo"
 Though the Mexican had taken the Alamo they paid great price for it. Though they had killed every one of its defenders they had lost 10 men for every one they had killed In his report to his commander-in-c a Mexican officer wrote as follows:
 An order was given me to gather our dead and wounded It was fear full sight Lifeless soldiers covered the ground surrounding the Alamo. and were heaped in piles inside the fortess. Blood and brains covered the ground ana spattered the walls. Ghastly faces met our eyes as we moved them with Respondent hearts. Our loss in front of the Alamo was represented by 20oo killed and 300 wounded. The killed re- 'csived their wounds in the head. neck
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-30

two mems names but cannot recall them now.
 "The Mexicans attacked Goliad and Fannin turned back to defend that place. So assistance never reached the Alamo.
 "Reinforcements kept coming up for the Mexicans until 1t is said that there were 1000 of them. After battering away at the Alamo for 1S days the Mexicans prepared to make an assault The Texans knew what was coming and saw that they were all lost. But they to hold on as long as they could and fight to the end. Colonel z s's cr'led his men together and male them an address. telling them sthete was absolutely no hope. If there were any who wished to try to es- cape they-mieht do 90 but their chances of setting through the Mexicans were aty2ut as good as rsrnainine in the fort BtAwirg line across tho floor with his exord. Travie called for all who would volunteer to eta4 an1 fight until
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-30

Mexican colonei came over the wall at the place where William had fallen and noticed that he was not dead. He drew his sword to dispatch him. Will liaai summoning all his remaining strength struck back with his sword and they killed each other. His last act was to Kill Mexican.
 "rht end was not far off. Tired and decimated. the Texans took refuge In the church where they fought until every man was killed.
 There were five women in the church. who with the negro Ben Travis were not killed. These were Mrs. Dick inson and her infant daughter. born in the Alamo during the siege and after wards called 'The-Orphan of the Alamo. Mrs. Alsbury and her sister and Madam Candaleria. Colonel Bowie's nurse. The first three ladies were wives of heroes who perished in the fort
 T do not believe the story in regard to man named Moses Rose having declined to stay and fight with the rest ! think tho whole ote!y faked.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-30

killed. to step across the line. Bowie, who lay sick on cot. called to the men to pick up his cot and carry it across the line. This was a signal for action and every man stepped across and stood by Travis side.
 Plans were then made for the last stand. The little band would fight from the walls as long as the Mexicans were on the outside. When they came over the walls they would retreat into the church and from room to room as long as there were any left to fight.
 "T,arly on. Sunday morning. March 6, the Mexicans made their final assault.
 The small band of Texans held 1000 of them back as long as they could. But in the end. over the walls they came.
 William fell as he was firing from the walls. He fell fnside@the walls. have
 been to the Alamo and seen the spot where he is said, to have fallen. I have been shown black spot on the wall said to have been. made by his blood civilian was not killed by the bullet
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-30

and shoulders, rarely below that The firing of the besieged was terribly ac- curate. and when a Texan rifle was leveled on a Mexican he was considered as good as dead. All this indicated brewery and cool self possession of the men engaged in hopeless conflict with an enemy numbering more than 30 to q. They inflicted on us d loss 10 tivno0 greater than they sustained.
 The bodies of the Texans wore gath- cred in pile and burned. It has beon said: #
 "Thermopylae had her messenger of defeat, but the Alamo had none"
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-19
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