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The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-04-20
HISTORIC TABLET To
Be GIVEN ALEXANDRIA
Virginia Society of Colonial
Danes Will Make Presenta-
ton on May 8.

ALEXANDRIA, Va, April 20-The
Virginia Society OF Colonial Danes,
through the Alexandria committee, will
resent to this city. on May s. tablet
on which will be inscribed the various
historical events connected with the
carly history Of the city. The tablet
will be erected on the northwest corner
0t the city hall, on the market square
where the troops Of General Braddock
we're drilled. in 1755. and where the news
II his defeat at Fort Duquesne was an
nounced to the country on July L. 1755.
Many interesting events are inscribed
on the tablet among them the fact Of
The city's incorporation and charter. in
J7Es: the laying Of the first boundary
stone of the District of Columbia, in
1871: its capItulation to the British. in
IS14. and its retrocession to Virginia, in
s+6. A resume OF the happenings at
he Carlyle House. in Fairfax street,
and the old City Tavern, at Royal and
ameron streets. is also given.
The tablet will be presented by Mrs
William RuffIn Cox. president OF the
National Society of the Colonial Danes
and also president of the Virginia So
riety. The tablet will be received by
Mayor Thomas A. Fisher. The speaker
~ the evening will be John r. Davis,
solicitor General of the United States.
Many prominent guests from "aShlnS-
ION and Richmond are expected 10 at
tend.
Richard Calvert Rambo and Miss
Grace Fletcher. both OF this city, were
married this morning at the parsonage
~ the First Baptist Church by the Rev.
w. +. Watson. d. D., pastor. They will
make their home in Camden. =. J.
Wits 20 the public schools today
marked the second DAVIS camnaign for
The $4,000 needed for the new building
for the Alexandria Hospital. Commit
ices Of business men told he children
their help was needed to raise the funds.
This afternoon the committees are Wis
it'nH retail merchants.
Everything is ready for the opening
Of the carnival of the Alexandra Motor
Boat Club tonight IN the Elks' Audi
forum.
Cornelius Cary. seventy-five, a Union
veteran. who lost his leg in the civil
war. died early this morning sat 723
South Lee street He had been a resi-
dent Of Alexandria for the last twenty
years. and was ameTnber OF the knights
OF Columbus.
At the drill tonight Of the Alexandria
Light Infantry il is expected a number
OF applications will be received for
membership in the company, In view OF
the fact that the Virginia troops may
be called for service in Mexico.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-04-20
Falky Is Slammed.

ST. LOUIS, No.. April 2o.-Fred Falk-
enberg was hammered of the slab
here yesterday and Browns Terriers
easily won from the Indians, to 2,
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-04-20
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Weather Forecast-Partly cloudy and
colder tonight; Tuesday fair.
Wind-Moderate.
Condition of the Potomac Muddy.
High tide-4:37 a. m. and $40 p. m.
Low tide-II:1S a. m. and 1899 p. m.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-04-20

With big and little streams full of
mud there will be nothing for Wash
ington fishermen to do for the next
few days but bide their time and hope
for skies and water to clear up. 1t was
a long time between bites on the Po-
tomac yesterday. though 1t was a glo-
rious day for anything except sport,
and those who spent the day in boats
were better off for the experience.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-04-20
BINGLES AND BUNTS
By GRANTLAND RICE.

Unless balloons magnates are more
foolish than We take them to be-and
we're speaking of business here, moi
sentiment-there will be no other big
league launched soon-before the last
week in April at the earliest. Certain.
Iy not before April 20.
We have hammered on this subject
for several years, and have used words
copiorsly of late in defense of a late
start--but the only way to secure even
a sensible movement is to continue the
hammering. And even then it docs
little good at certain spots. But the
demand for a later starting date has
become SO widespread that unless the
schedule makers heed this call they
are quite likely to incur further wrath
from those who pay the tax-and make
the haserunners 60 round.
There is certainly no argument
against a later start. The weather
down South in the training section is
generally raw and uncertain up to mid
March, the date upon which most big
leagues prepare to start North into
further raw, uncertain weather.
The ideal training system would be
to start South about the LIST Of March,
and to keep each ball club in the warm
er zone until the middle Of April Then
the northern journey could be launched,
and by April rs all entries would be in
fine condition, ready to start under
warm spring skies in the presence of
an audience that, wasn't depleted by cold
weather and frozen to the marrow.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-04-20

Anacostia Lodge, No. q, F. A. A. M,
is to meet tonight. and Alfred 7. Grimes,
master, will be in charge of the meet
ing.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-04-20

A supper is to be given tomorrow in
the basement of the Anacostia Baptist
Church for the benefit of that church.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-04-20

The Rev. W. o. Roome, jr., rector OF
Emmanuel Episcopal Church. has sus-
gested that a marble altar be erected
in the church to replace the present
wooden one, and he has asked the
Young Peoples Society to raise funds.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-04-20

The Hillsdale Citizens Association is
to meet tonight in Odd Fellows Hall
in Sumner road.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-04-20
RAckeTTY PAcKETTY house

From Children's Theater. New York. Aus
pices Drama League. Next TUE. THUR.
FRI. April q. q. "a. p. m, SAT-. e. II o.
m. 81. &c. Soc. sc. Benefit House Of Play.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-04-20

And here's another suggestion: Club
owners, by long series of spring exhibit
tion contests in the North, are cutting
in heavily upon the enthusiasm ard in
terest that formerly adorned the cham
pionship openings. The ferYor and
ger around. BY the time the regular
season has started. the edge has been
worn away in many places and the sur
feited fanatic Is no longer keyed I'D.
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Schedule Too Long.

In the second place, the schedule is
too long. menu consisting of 40
games is quite sufficient.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-04-20

At the drill tonight Of the Alexandria
Light Infantry il is expected a number
OF applications will be received for
membership in the company, In view OF
the fact that the Virginia troops may
he called for service in Mexico.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-04-20

There are almost as many ways of
catching fish as there are varieties OF
fish. For the sportsman there is. of
course, only the rod and line, but that
is only a refinement of the methods of
the days when the primary object was
to get food. Some OF the most peculiar
fishing parties are those that 20 after
founders in the shallow stretches of
the southern sea coast. particularly in
the gulf. This fishing Is done eXclu-
sively at night, and the fish are speared
with a barbless gig.
The best grounds are those shallow
bays protected by long, sandy islands.
such as that Galveston is built on. where
one may wade out a quarter of a mile
and not find the water much above his
knees. The fishermen go IN groups OF
two. ona carrying a torch placed i'll a
homemade reflector. constructed by
cutting out one side of a i've gallon oil
can. His partner carries a sack SlunR
ever his shoulder and a short gig made
by driving a large spike into the end OF
a broom handle and filing il to a point.
The men wade out to knee-deep water,
the first carrying the torch so that u
Eliminates the sea bottom. Crabs, mus
sells. and other sea creatures are seen
in abundance. and sometimes stepped
on, but the fishermen keep .ncir eyes
strained for the dim dark outline of a
founder lying like a doormat on the
bottom.
1t is almost traditional that the first
founder the novice tries for Pets away
Afraid of soaring his quarry, the new
man will not approach near enough.
and usually tries to spear II at an
angle of about % degrees. He does not
stop to take into account the refraction
of the water, which makes the fish ap-
pear nearer than II really is. and. con-
sequently overshoots the mark and the
fish Is gone in a flash. After that the
fisherman learns to get up closer so
that he can drive the gig directly down.
ward, where refraction will not in
terfere with his vision, and thus pin
the fish right to the bottom. II is then
an easy matter to put the left hand
under it. and drop it into the sack. The
success OF this method is due to the
fact that fish, like frogs, when blinded
by a light will not often move until
they are touched or actually disturbed.
Boats may be obtained from Tram
nell, Great Falls: Fletcher. Lock Cove:
two lighthouses. Three Sisters; Reynolds
or Barker, foot OF Thirty fourth street:
Cumberland, foot of Twenty-sixt,l
street; Bailey, under Anacostia bridge;
Miller. d. C. end OF Benning bridge
Bait always to be purchased at fol-
lowing lighthouses: Reynolds, Bailey's,
and Millers. Also at certain fishing
tackle stores.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-04-20

Cornelius Cary. seventy-five, a Union
veteran. who lost his leg in the civil
war. died early this morning sat 723
South Lee street. He had been a resi-
dent Of Alexandria for the last twenty
years. and was ameInber OF the knights
OF Columbus.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-04-20

Bait always to be purchased at fol-
lowing lighthouses: Reynolds, Bailey's,
and Miller's. Also at certain fishing
tackle stores.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-04-20

Everything is ready for the opening
Of the carnival of the Alexandra Motor
Boat Club tonight in the Elis' Audi
toriun-
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-04-20

Richard Calvert Ramho and Miss
Grace Fletcher. both OF this city, were
married this morning at the parsonage
~ the First Baptist Church by the Rev.
w. +. Watson. d. D., pastor. They will
make their home in Camden, -. J.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-04-20

Boats may be obtained from Tram
nell, Great Falls: Fletcher. Lock Cove;
two lighthouses, Three Sisters; Reynolds
or Barker, foot OF Thirty fourth street:
Cumberland. foot of Twenty-sixtl
street; Bailey, under Anacostia bridge;
Miller. d. C. end OF Benning bridge.
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Fairbanks, Aug. 11.-"We find there is very practicable railway route across Broad Pass and down the Nenana river. After striking the flats on the lower Nenana we have two alternatives, either to go straight ahead to Nenana station, on the Tan ana river, or across the flats to Eff teen Mile. Both routes will be sur veyed," said T. R. Riggs, member of the Alaska railroad commission, on his arrival here last night with Lieut. Mcars. also a member of the commis- sion.
 "The route up the Susitna is very easy one, as water grade prevails all the way" said MearS. "Broad pass is an ideal pass to go through. The route is perfectly feasible from con structon point of view, but of course other routes will be reported upon Both men are bronzcd from cX posture in the Alaska mountains, Su pervising the work of the engineers Within week they will leave hero for the outside over the Valdez trai
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ST. PETERSBURG QUIET

ST. PETERSBURG, Aug. 2l.-The appearance of this city is unchanged by the great No additional mili
 ay precautions have been taken have been considered necessary. The food supply is abundant and Russia is mite time The czas government has decided to carry the into the countries of the enemy all the time if pOSs ble The fear has been felt that Germany might gain fOOthOd the Baltic coast of this empire but the vast of the distances in Russia renders the taking of terri tory of any importance matter of exceeding difficulty. Troops crossing the plains of Russia towards the west fast they be moved but it is regarded advisa be by the to maintain strong garrsOns in the interior to provide against tie possibility of revolution riots by nhilsts other dsaeced people, This garri Sonng of the great territories will require lot of the preS military strength but at least couple of millions of men can be hurled at the Germans and Ausrians
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Iditarod-On Monday morning the citizens of Iditarod were pained and shocked to hear of the sudden death during the preceding night of Henry Schneider, an old and respected citi- zen of the north and one of the best known business men of the city. He was found in his cabin by James Crawford, who went to awaken him to attend to some matters of business. He had apparently passed away pcaccably, as there were no evidences of suffering either in the features Of the deceased or in the position in which he was lying. Mr. Schneider had been for some years sufferer from stomach trouble, and it is be- ieycd that his heart became affected 1t was decided that no inquest was necessary.
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FRENCH DIRIGIBLES THROW BOMBS

PARIS, Aug. 21.-French dirgibe balloons threw several bombs into two German cavalry camps in Belgium yesterday and for time caused a sort of panic The drigbles having exhausted their explosives retired to
 from the air at night has become one of the usual spec taces of the present and of the terrible AS regiments lie down to sleep in the darkness they certain that within few moments bolts will not begin to fall from the heavens the thunder bolts supposed to be sent by the gods in the days of the ancient Greeks and TrOjans The French drigibes in this instance said to have succeeded in killing large number of the sleeping cavalrymen
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TURKEY KEEPS QUIET

CONSTANTINOPLE. Aug 2l.-No further develop menS have occurred in the situation far Turkey concerned If any has been sent to the demands of Russia for the passage of the DardaneeS it is not known to the public All elegrams relative to the interior conditions particularly to any movements the army might make censored but the government states that this merely precauOn against the dispatch of messages that might create wrong impressions abroad The two Ger warShpS taken over by the SultanS government are still in the possession of this country The conditions in ROumania Bulgaria and Greece also hidden each fears to take step that might be raugh with the most serious danger.
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CALL FOR BIDS

Notice is hereby given that bids for the construction of a school building according to plans and specifications furnished upon request, by the school committee of the city council, will be received until Monday the 24th day of August at D. m., a certified check O. cash to the amount of $50 to accor, pany each bid.
 An approved bond of $l 300 will be required of the successful bidder. The city council reserves the right to re- ject any or all bids.
 F.. F.. CHAMBERLIN,
 JOHN NOON,
 School Committee.
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RUSSIANS FORGING AHEAD

ST PETERSBURG, Aug. 22.-It was othclaly an ing along the entire Austrian and German frontier ana is pressing the enemy backward At the same time the government declares the Russians are maintaining sue CeSSfuy the offensive at every point at which the Aus trians and Germans are attacking They have come in contact with German and Austrian troops at several places but nothing like general engagement has yet been fought All the reports received here indicate that all IS going we'll for the allied armies.
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DUTCH FIRE AT GERMANS

AMSTERDAM, Aug. 31.-The soldiers of Holland in several localities fired today at German aerOplanes and dirgibe balloons that have commenced to fly in great numbers this kingdom and people beginning to believe that Holland will soon be in the hrOeS of reason be assigned for the activity of the German air
 fleets unless that Germany studying the situation with view to invasion. The Dutch army has been mObi
 zed to its full strength and not less than hundred thousand men ready to oppose any attempt of Ger many to cross the frontier.
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C. F.. Craig, well-known mining en- ginecr and former operator at Fair banks, has returned after a trip ex- tending over two months in the Broad Pass and Susitna districts. I'c has left for the outside but will rctwn in three or four weeks to examine :hc Turnagain Arm mining fe!G
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GERMANS SINK BRITISH SHIP

NEW YORK Aug. 22.-The British steamer HyadeS has been sunk by the German cruiser Dresden oil this coast The cruiser captured the vessel and took all it's coal for it's own use After having transferred the coal and the crew of the HyadeS the Dresden sent the steamer to the bottom. The crew of the HyadeS were then put aboard German steamer and sent to Rio de JanelrO This event has revived the scare from which Atlantic mariners were recovering it shows that German war ships must still be taken into account in these waters
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BRITISH AMERICANS CALLED OUT

WASHINGTON, Aug 22-Al the British reservists the United States have received orders to place them selves under the orders of the British cOnsus in their Ous localities and to be prepared to take ship at for England p join the colOrs. This order is taken to nothing less than that Great Britain is preparing to place her whole military strength war footing and to send great military force to the European continent.
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to check surveys of the Copper River railroad extension now on file at Washington. Both commissioners ex- poet to have report ready for con gress in November. They predict that construction will be started from both ends of the route selected next vn1r
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SERYIANS INVADE BOSNIA

NISH Servia. Aug 22.-The Servian army has nvad- ed Bosnia the most SOuherly province of Austria and great battle said to be progress there at this moment The advance of the SeranS successful at every point a great victory and the ultimate annexation by this COun- try of sufficient Bosnian territory to Serva out let tO the Adriatc
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A cosy place, that's run just right Where nothing makes you nervous Cause Alaskans when they go to
 drink
 Demand q lot of service. The draught our man prepares for you Tastes like nectar from a chalice And when you want another one Just meet me at THE PALACE.
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VICTORY
GERMANS CLAIM Cp'- o "

WASHINGTON, .S the government '' of the United St" 6day mat the Germans have gained magnificent Victory over the French between Metz and the Vosges mountains The details of the reported battle have not been given and the reports coming from the enemies Oi the Germans say nothing about such battle there is much doubt as to it's truth.
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The Gateway Job Printing Depart mcnt can supply you with anything in the line of printed stationery So' you're business and personal use
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AUSTRIAN BATTLESHIP SUNK

PARIS. Aug. 22-The sinking of the Austrian battle ship Zyrinyi by French cruiser has been confirmed The great vessel was of the most powerful of the Austrian fleet but she was sent to the bottom by shell from the
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--.-Ine government OI BeI- WAS.u~.1ormal protest to this and to all other neu- gium ha.res as well to the allied nations against the tolation of Belgian neutrality by the Germans In this country and all there is the deepest sympathy for Belgium.
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One little drop of Dewar's Will make your spirits lighter. One little drop of Bushmil's Will make the world seem brighter. One little drop of Sherwood If followed by another
 Will make you think of other days Of childhood's home, and mother.
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The famous k. A. Mallory stiff hat in new and stylish blocks. $3 each, at Brown x Hawkins. Quality First.
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The best quality of work at pric"a that are right at The Gateway Job Printing Department.
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The best quality of work at price. that are right at The Gateway Job Printing Department.
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We can do it. Job printing of every description.
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COME AND DANCE

On the new floor at the motion pie turc show hall after the show tonight $l.00, ladies free.
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Pure Potato Flour, unexcelled for buildings, cakes, soups, graines, etc. Brown & Hawkins. Quality First.
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You'll find everything in the Pastry inc at Cooper's Cafe.
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Dancing school will start at nine o'clock promptly Monday night.
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Long distance telephone booth at the Branch.
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For bread, pies, cakes, cookies and ice cream try Cooper's Cafe.
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You get local Ranch Eggs with your iIanr and Bacon at Gamblcs Restaurant.
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ACCUSE GERMANS

PARIS, Aug 22-The French government alleges that the German troops using explosive bullets and violating the Hague agreement which bound all tiOnS to avoid this awful and inhuman missile.
 The French officials say that many of the wounds in- cted on French soldiers have undoubtedly been inflicted by such bullets.
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SERvIANS DEFEAT AUSTR|ANS IN BLOODY FIGHT

Frenchman The Zyrinyi was ship of fourteen thosavy tons ana had crew of $50 men nearly all of wh"~ to the bottom with their vessel
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Meet me at The Brench.
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Felt Mattresses at J. l.. Graef's.
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ST. PETERSBURG, Aug. 22-The Germans received
 crushing defeat in east Prussia today at the hands of the Russian cavalry who captured whole German bat tery. The engagement cavalry entirely and the charges made by the hOrsemen both sides simply terrific The Russian forces in the fight part of the northern Russian army The defeat is regarded were blow to the Germans.
 Advccs received here this afternoon declare that the Servans have captured sixty Austrian guns in four days and that the soldiers of the little kingdom victorious all along the line.
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Fishing tackle at J T.. Graef's.