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Evening star., 1935-07-23
NEW PSTREET
SPAN DEDICATED
D. c. Officials and Civic
Leaders Participate
in Ceremonies.

A fitting memorial to one Of Wash
ington's most noted citizens was dedi-
Gated last night when District Of
f1cials, civic leaders and hundreds Of
Capital residents participated in cere-
monies marking the opening Of the
new P street bridge over Rock Greek.
The span officially was designated as
"the Robert Fulton Bridge" in honor
of the steamboat inventor, who once
resided on the banks of Rock Greek
at Kalorama.
Despite earlier threats Of rain, ideal
weather conditions prevailed as spec
tators gathered on both sides Of P
street near the bridge or on the lawn
opposite the Presbyterian Church OF
the Pilgrims to hear the dedicatory
speeches. John Hadley Doyle, member
of the Executive Committee Of the
Georgetown Citizens Association, pre-
sided at the ceremonies, which were
sponsored jointly by his group and the
Dupont Circle and Georgetown Pro-
gressive Citizens Associations.
Calling attention to the beauty OF
the new low level span, Engineer Com
missioner Dan I. Sultan declared
nothing gives an engineer quite as
great a thrill as a new bridge. He
said the old P street bridge, which was
built in 1871 and remodeled twice, not
only was out of date. but had inter-
ferred with the connecting link be-
tween Rock Greek Park and Potomac
Park. He predicted that with work
going at the present rate, drivers VIII
be able to travel from Rock Creek to
Potomac Park by Midwinter without
driving on city streets.
Citizens who worked long and hard
for replacement of the old span were
given full credit for obtaining the
new bridge.
I'VE in the District Building were
simply your instrument in the fight"
Sultan said. I'VE are proud OF your
efforts"
The citizens themselves selected the
name of Robert Fulton for the bridge,
at the request Of District officials.
Chairman Doyle recently disclosed IN
letter to The Star that an article
some years ago by John Clagett Proc
tor in this newspaper, calling atten-
ton to Mr.. Fulton'S life on Rock Greek,
was factor in the Citizens Commit
tees decision to ask that the bridge
be named in honor of the inventor.
Col. Sultan was introduced by Com
missioner Melvin c. Hazen, who called
attention to the fact Fultons first
steamboat experiments in this country
were made in Washington.
Capt. H. c. Whitehurst, director OF
highways, and Clifford R. Whyte,
engineer of bridges, spoke of the
simple beauty Of the span and COM
pared its strength with the old one.
The new bridge will support loads Of
20 tons, it was said, as compared with
the 6-ton maximum of the old struc-
ture.
Col. John Fl. Small, president of
the Georgetown Citizens Association,
Evening star., 1935-07-23
LEADERS ATTEND
LAMBERT RITES
Service in st. Matthew's
Catholic Church Precedes
Private Burial.

Funeral services for Wilton ]. Lam
bert, noted lawyer and leader In Dis
trict civic and business affairs, who
died Sunday evening after long ILL
ness, were held today in st. Matthews
Catholic Church.
Leaders of the bench and bar and
prominent Government and civic Of
ficials were present. Burial, with
private services, was in Rock Greek
Cemetery.
Honorary pallbearers were A. l.
Humes, Rear Admiral Cary T. Gray
son, Justice Jennings Bailey, former
Justice Adolph A. Hoehling. IT,;
Charles A. Douglas. Justice Oscar r.
Luhring, Justice F. Dickinson Let's,
Corcoran Thorn, c. H. Pope. Justice
Wendell P. Stafford, Justice Peyton
Gordon, William T. Dewart, Gen,
William E. Horton, Rudolph H. Yeat-
man, former Senator Davis ElkinS,
Commissioner Melvin C. Hazen, Frank
C. Wright, J. Spaulding Flannery.
Justice Jesse C. Adkins, Marcy l..
Sperry and Col C. Fred Cook.
Born and reared in Washington,
Mr.. Lambert made himself a power
IN civic and business affairs, notably
in public utilities matters, and won
national note as a trial and corpora
ton lawyer.
He is survived by his widow, Mrs.
Elizabeth German Lambert, and two
children, Elizabeth and Arthur.
Evening star., 1935-07-23
F. E. ALTEMUS DIES
AT BASE BALL GAME
Retired Grocery Proprietor, So,
Stricken While Watching
Mats Play Indians.

Frank E. Altemus, 68, retired gro
Gerry proprietor, collapsed at Griffith
Stadium yesterday and died a few
minutes later. Found i'll in the rear
stands, where he was watching the
Nationals play the Cleveland Indians,
Mr.. Altemus was rushed to the locker
rooms of the Washington club, where
he was pronounced dead of a heart
attack.
Funeral services will be held at 2
pm. tomorrow at the residence. 1892
Ellicott street. Burial will be private.
A native of Washington, Mr.. AltemuS
had been in the grocery and produce
business here for As years. When
he retired in 1927 he was proprietor
of three stores.
Surviving are his widow, Thena
Emmerich Altemus; a son, Frederick
Altemus; two sisters and four brothers.
Evening star., 1935-07-23

and Mrs. Mabel Jennings Fry, repre-
senting the Georgetown Progressives,
gave brief addresses. Col. E. G. Bliss,
president of the Dupont Circle Citi-
zens' group, recalled the condition of
Rock Creek Park near the bridge
years ago, when it was turned into
nothing more than an old ash
dump" He warned against destroy
ing the natural beauties of the Cap
ital.
The invocation was pronounced by
Rev. Arthur O'Leary S. j., president
of Georgetown University. and the
benediction by the Rev. Andrew R.
Bird.
When the brief addresses were
finished. the leaders marched out on
P street and down to the bridge, to the
music of the 1st Battalion, 5th Regi-
ment Band, United States Marine
Corps Reserve The procession
stopped at the Washington end,
where 8-year-old Louis Longstreet
admitted the group on the bridge.
Proceeding to the Georgetown end,
Evening star., 1935-07-23
Garha uf Ttanka.

BROOKS. KATE. I wish to thank rela-
ttves. friends and neighbors for their
Kindness. sympathy and beautiful floral
tributes at the death OF my beloved aunt.
NIECE. M. p REDDICK.
edge with sincere thanks the kind ex-
pressions Of sympathy and beautiful
floral tributes received from the many
friends and associates of my late hus-
band. MAURICE F. JONES; the serv-
ices rendered by the members and choir
Of Asbury NJ. =. Church OF Washington.
D: G.; Elijah Rest and N. z. Church
ETHEL MAY STOKES. We
relatives and friends for the beautiful
flowers and kind expressions Of gym
pathy received at the death Of our loved
ore. ETHEL MAY STOKES MORAN.
To the Rev. A. b. Fisher OF the Israel
Baptist Church. the Rev James L Pinn
Rev J. M. Ellison Of the Zion Baptist
Church. the choir and Young Pilgrims
Club Of Israel Baptist Church. the
Ladies Aid Society Of Grace Presby-
terian Church, Baltimore. Md; James
Reese Europe Post; No. g., American n
Division. United States Bureau of En-
craving and Printing; coworkers. Print
ing Division. United States Bureau OF
Engraving and Printing; Phyllis Wheat
lev Council; No. 234- l. O. St. Luke
Young Ladies' Protective LEAGUE; fac
tional School Municipal Playground De-
Dartment.. and the faculty and Gus
todianS Of the Burrville School. we ex-
press sincere gratitude.
CHARLES T. MORAN. MRS. CARRIE
e STOKES AND THE FAMILY. 23'
Evening star., 1935-07-23
DISTRICT RESIDENT
78 YEARS EXPIRES
Michael Nolan, 81, to Be Buried
Tomorrow After Funeral at
st, Matthew's Church.

One of Washington's Oldest resi-
dents, Michael Nolan, 81, died Sunday
at his home, 1915 N street. Mr.. Nolan
had lived here since 1857.
Born In Ireland. he was brought to
the United States by his parents when
IA months old. During the Civil War.
Mr. Nolan was in charge of the w.
W. Corcoran residence when 1T was
occupied by the French government.
He was a lifelong communicate OF
ST. Matthews Church. and a member
of the Holy Name Society.
Surviving are a nephew, Thomas
Nolan of New York; greatniece, Miss
Mary E. Plunkett, and a daughter-in-
law, Mrs. Frederick M. Nolan, both Of
this city.
Requiem mass win be said tomorrow
at 9 am. at st. Matthews Church.
Burial will follow in Mount Olivet
Cemetery.
Evening star., 1935-07-23
I'm Mrntnrtant

BYRD. FREDERICK. In memory OF our
son. FREDERICK BYRD who passed
away IL years ago today July % 1923.
Loved in life: remembered in death
MOTHER AND FATHER
ECKART. ALEXANDRA. In loving remem-
aRsf Of v6" our Left eeSyeS ns Sn.
day. july %. 1874 @eO ~
HIS WIFE AND DAUGHTERS AND
FAMILY IN ARGENTINA.
TAYLOR; WILLIAM G. In sad but loving
remembrance OF our dear husband and
father, WILLIAM G. TAYLOR. who
%. 1894.
Gone but not forgotten
BY HIS LOVING WIFE AND DEVOTED
CHILDREN
WEDDINGTON. NOBLE T. In memory Ct
my dear husband NOBLE T WE'D
DINGTON- who left me two years AGO
today. July %. 1898.
No one knows how I miss you
No one knows the bitter pain
l have suffered since I lost you;
Life will never be the same
LOVING WIFE. OCTAVIA WEDDING
WILLIAMSON. GERTRUDE L. A tribute
of love to the sad but loving memory Of
my dear wife GERTRUDE L. WILLIAM
SON. who departed this life one year
ago today July %. 1894.
May her soul rest in peace
HER HUSBAND. EDWIN NJ. WILLIAM
Evening star., 1935-07-23

on the west, the leaders watched while
Miss Patricia Delaney cut the ribbon
there.
During the entire proceedings,
representatives Of 10 American Legion
posts lined both sides of the bridge
and held aloft 10 American flags and
10 post flags. After the ribbon-cutting
ceremonies, the Marine Corps Re-
serve Band paraded across the span,
followed by drum and bugle corps
from Columbia Post, No. "a, and
James Reese Europe Post, No. 5,
American Legion.
Evening star., 1935-07-23

JAEGER, HENRY. special eommuniea-
ton OF Columbia Lodge No. 3. r a.
A M. VIII oe held at the Masonic Tenn
an: IoI the purpose of conducting Ma
SONIC services at the funeral OF ouT late
brother. HENRY JAEGER NNi A~le
=
Evening star., 1935-07-23

natural causes was issued by Coroner
A. Magruder Macdonald.
Funeral services were to be held
at Sigmund Danzansky's chapel at
1901 Fourteenth street this afternoon,
with interment in Adas Israel Hebrew
Congregation Cemetery.
Evening star., 1935-07-23
N. E. CLAYBURN DIES

Norman Eugene Clayburn, SO, for
the last Is years an employe Of the
Hecht Co.. died last night at his resi-
southeast.
Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Julia
Clayburn; two sons, Frank and
Charles; brother, George D., and
sister. Miss Lettie Clayburn, all of
Washington.
Funeral services will be held at
ST. Peters Catholic Church, Thursday
at 9 am, followed by burial in Cedar
Hill Cemetery.
Evening star., 1935-07-23
SHOPPER DROPS DEAD

Abraham Stein, 903 Monroe street,
dropped dead in the 600 block of z
street yesterday while on a shopping
trip preparatory to going to Colorado
for his health.
The body of the 45-year- -old man
remained unidentified for several
hours. A certificate of death from
Evening star., 1935-07-23
DrathH.

ALTEMUs. PRANK ELLIS. Suddenly. on
ALTEMUs. beloved husband Of Thena
Emmerich AltemuS. Body resting at the
chapel of Joseph Gawler's Sons 1855
dence. 3232 Ellicott ST. NV. on Wednes-
day. July "a. at 2 pm. Interment pri-
, 1935-05-19

Eighteen members Of the Learn
ers' club assembled at the home Of
Mrs. George Smith Tuesday, for
3 o'clock coffee before the last reg
ular program CT the year. The pres
ident, Mrs. B. M. Cromack, called
the meeting to order at the regular
hour. and each member answered
roll call with an interesting item on
her assigned topic.
Mrs. l. A. Boory, leader Of the
days program gave a most informa-
tive paper on Science Advances"
Speaking first Of the many things
included under the head CT science,
she referred to the great scientific
development in recent years in all
fields Of science, some even not yet
suitable to mans needs. Progress In
science has been 80 marked that
some radicals have even suggested
1t is time for researchers to call a
halt. that man may have a chance TO
catch UP.
The leader called to attention
many things which had been made
possible through the results CT scien-
tific processes. Among these are-the
building of the George washington
bridge in New York and the bridge
between San Francisco and Oak
land. California. still under con-
struction-the recent ascents into
the stratosphere, as well as others
planned In the near future-the dis
covery CT hitherto unknown stars.
, 1935-05-19
Science Advances Is The
Topic for Learners Club

the greater possibilities with the
~perfecting Of the giant telescope mir
rorS now being made and many facts
concerning the former inhabitants
Of all lands which are being discov-
cred by archaeologists and anthrc-
biologists.
The advance In medicine was dis
cussed by Mrs. Fapnie ID. Putegnat
in a brief talk beginning with the
first hospital in 80 B. G. in Rene
and showing the gradual increase of
knowledge Of the human body to
date. She told Of the crude and
painful surgical methods used before
the discovery OF anaestetics, which
she called the most humane discov-
cry Of all time.
In closing MRS. Boory spoke Of DR..
Harold Urey az Columbia University,
the 1894 winner Of the Nobel Prize
award in science, who discovered the
so called heavy water. She also cali
ed attention to the fact that last
year a dream Of the old alchemists
was realized. The base metals have
not been changed to gold. but
scientists have succeeded In chang
ing elements into other elements.
so science marches on finding out
a great deal and becoming more
keenly conscious OF information still
10 be obtained"
The clubs newly elected officers
will be installed Tuesday at the an
nual May Breakfast at the Woman's
club at $50.
, 1935-05-19
Tuo Speak At
Arts ReUiew
MeetingHem

At the meeting Of the Literature
and Arts Review held Tuesday
morning at the home of Mrs. Joe X.
Wells Mrs. A.. X. Black gave a most
interesting talk en- Mexican
Drama" Mrs. Black spoke ON the
actors and actresses OF Mexico and
gave a very comprehensive summary
OF the history OF the legitimate stage
in the southern country.
Mrs. r. A. Porter also addressed
the group, having as her subject
Mexican Architecture" She enum-
Grated the different types and stat
ed the various influences that were
apparent in the Mexican architec-
ture.
The club will meet Friday, May 30,
with a luncheon at the Hotel BrazoS
In Port Isabel. and will have another
meeting on the regular meeting day.
Tuesday. May % at 10 o'clock in the
morning with Mrs. James L. Alb
ney.
Club members present at the meet
ing we're MeSdames G. S. Eidman
Edward McChesney, Lawrence
Brady, Thurman A. Kinder, Jr.
Walter Galloway, Franklin Critz
James L. Abney. Burnell N. Good
rich. Rufus Ransome. Carl w. Gil
lette. Robin Pate. w. K. McDavitt, a.
X. Black and r.. "A. Porter.
, 1935-05-19
Calendar For The Week

church with Mrs. George F. wilson.
WEDNESDAY
The women OF the Central Christ
ian church will serve a Penny Sup
per.
Tbs Wednesday Bridge with Mrs.
Thomas ii. Sweeney.
Wednesday Tournament with Mrs.
L. l. Weight at the Woman's club.
THURSDAY
I'll Jardin Heights Social club
with Mrs. Louis Demeaville.
Brownsville Federation OF Wo-
mems clubs at the Chamber OF Com
nero at $3.50 p. m.
Bridge League al Elks hall at 7:30
p. m
Alpha Delphian Chapter at the
Woman's club at $50 o. IN.
FRIDAY
Brownsville Federation Of
Churches at the Baptist church al
$3.50 p. IN.
SATURDAY
Cameron County Council OF Par
ent-Teacher association at 8 a. n. IN
Santa Rosa
, 1935-05-19
PdhHonored
ByAuxiliaw
With Event
From the Club Reporterl

The ". F. w. Hall on Elizabeth
street was the scene Oh NH enjoy
able celebration Thursday evening
when more than 100 members Of
the Brownsville Post No. 2035, Vet
Grams OF Foreign Wars. their Ladies'
auxiliary and friends rendered staff
Sergeant and Mrs. Wesley G. Love
Of Fort Brown a farewell party.
The evenings program was open
cd by a number Of selections, ap-
propriate 10 the occasion, played hy
the ". ~. w. Orchestra under the d.
rection Of Professor Jose q. Ra-
mirez.
Sergeant Love was then presented
with q Past Quartermaster's Badge
In recognition OF his efficient SER
vice In the capacity OF Quartermas-
ter. which he filled from June 1888
until November 8. 1884. The presen-
tation was made by Edmund II. Levy,
Commander OF the local unit.
Several well rendered vocal seIec-
tons by Miss Gladys Woodrome
were greatly appreciated BY the large
assembly.
Following the opening part Of the
program the entertainment turn
ed to q lighter vein. a number on
enjoyable group games being play
ed. In the balloon blowing contest the
ladies present demonstrated their
superiority over the men by keep
ing the largest number OF air-fllled
balloons from crossing the line. Lolly-
pops were served the men as "a con-
ISOLATION prize.
MI. and Mrs. Henry Ehardt we're
awarded prizes for winning the
musical grand march
The ladies further demonstrated
their ability by completely outclaSs-
ing the men in writing the names on
creeping objects on blackboards.
Refreshments. consisting Of ice
cream and cake, were then served
by the ladies OF the Auxiliary, fCl-
lowing which dancing was enjoyed
until a late hour. with music fur
nished by the orchestra.
Sergeant and Mrs. Love were the
recipients OF many useful and beau
tiful gifts. "A large basket. draped I'm
the cOlOrs OF the organization. blue
and gold. and bearing the names CT
the hcnorees. was piled high with
the gifts. The basket Of gifts was
presented by Mrs. Ed Helms, presi-
dent OF the Ladies Auxiliary, I'm be-
half OF the members OF that orRani-
cation.
The Loves are planning on leaving
Brownsville the early part Of June
following Sergeant Loves retire.
ment from the Army. after 30 years
service. cn May 81. They expect to
make their home at or near San An
tonic.
Sergeant Love first entered the
service in 1899 and received his bap-
tism OF fire In the Philippine I'm
lands. where ne served with the 8th
and LIST ~. 8. Infantry regiments
during the Instruction. He also saw
service during the World War. Both
he and Mrs. Love have been active In
". ". w. affairs I'm Brownsville dur
ing the past few years. ne serving
as Quartermaster. and Mrs. Love as
president OF the Ladies Auxiliary.
They have'a host Of friends who win
regret their leaving Brownsville.
, 1935-05-19
MONDAY

Young women's Guild in the par
ish house CT the Episcopal church
at 3 p. m.
Woman's Auxiliary in the rectory
Of the Episcopal church
Called meeting Of the Pan-Ameri-
can Round Table at home Of Mrs.
q. w. johnson nc $50 a. m.
Hope Chapter 124 OES &C Ma
sonic Temple at Q p. m.
Social meeting Of the WINS Of the
Methodist church with Mesdames
w. "A. George. w. r.. Jones. G. @.
Bennett. G. Nv. Hill and George East
erly rs hoStesses.
TUESDAY
The ween Frac with Mrs. II. L
Lindhe.
Mardi Bridge with Mrs. II. +.
Thomas.
May Breakfast Of the Learners
club at the woman's club at $50 g.
m
District IA OF Texas Graduate
Nurses association at nurses home
in Harlingen.
Rebekah Lodge at Masonic Tenn
pie at 8 .. m
Evening circls OF the Presbyterian
, 1935-05-19
Miss Doris Biggs To
Be Presented In
Recital Monday

Miss Doris Ann Biggs piano pupil
OF Mrs. w. w. Underwood, viii be
presented in recital Monday evening,
May 20 at 8 p. m. in the Epwcrth
League room of the First Methodist
church
Miss Biggs Is a talented young ar
fist who has just won a gold star
district rating in the National Piano
Playing Tournament held in Harlin-
gen.
She has been pianist for the high
school and college for the past four
years and has been awarded a scho-
larShip in the junior college for the
coming year.
She hopes to continue her work
In music. both In piano and pipe or
gan. Her repertoire for Monday eve
ming includes compositions by Grieg,
Chopin and MacDowe She will be
assisted by Mr.. j. Z. Towle. director
Of the Brownsville high school and
college glee clubs
, 1935-05-19
Benefit Bridge
GiUen Ldtelu
Is Success

The benefit bridge given at the
home OF Mrs. R. z. Green Wednes-
day afternoon by members Of the
Brownsville Federation OF Women's
clubs was O success financially and
socially.
The home was beautifully decorat-
ed with cut flowers and potted n.y.
ORANGES. Mrs. Green was assisted
in receiving by her cousin, Mrs. l.
f. Dickson, and by Mesdames Roy
Ruff. Robert w. Fenwick, Order
Perkins, d. p. Gay, Jr., and G.. w,
Johnson.
Many guests came In for tea after
the card games e over. Tea dain-
ties we're served from a table laid
with a Cluny lace cloth.
Awards in the games went 70
Mrs. F. z. Macmanus, Mrs. Owen
Ccmbe. Mrs. Milton III. West and
Mrs. Royal D.. Sundell and Mrs.
Charles Calderoni was presented
with an award for having the most
guests from the Athenian club pres
ent.
Awards were donated by Mesdames
Johnson, Ruff, Harry L. Faux and
ID. p. Gay, Jr. Fifteen dollars was
received and will be applied on the
clubhouse lot debt.
The chairman in charge Of the af-
fair. Mrs Robert w. Fenwick, de-
sIres to express her gratitude to Mrs,
Green fer the use OF her home, to
the ladies who made possible the
success Of the affair. the Bishop
Print Shop. for TALES. and the ice
company for ice.
, 1935-05-19
Cioic League
Closes Work
For Season

The Civic League closed its club
year Thursday afternoon at a meet
ing at the Chamber of Commerce.
IN the absence Of the secretary. Mrs.
w. ]. Vertrees acted as secretary.
One new member was elected. Many
members were absent as another
club was having an installation
service and tea at Mooreland Ter
race.
Complaints were numerous about
the nuisance Of COWS and chickens
destroying flower beds, horses tied
in alleys and vacant lots. Mrs. K.
p. Day and Mrs. r. A. Hightower
were appointed to draft a petition
to the city manager, Mr.. Rosenthal,
for relief from this nuisance. There
is a law prohibiting such prac-
tees. in the city limits, but 1t
seems impossible TO enforce the
same.
Mrs. @. w. johnson gave a re-
port OF the antique display, saying
that il was not the financial sue
cess that she had anticipated. but
that 1t was a start towards having
an annual display and was appre-
ciated by those attending.
She desired to thank the follow
ing for their assistance: Mrs. Ger
rude Jones for the building: Mrs.
Andrea Ortiz Bailless, for the
showcase; the city Of Brownsville
for lights and water; the police for
the excellent protection; Emile
Hartman, continuous help; Thorn
as Sweeney, donation Of cold
drinks; the Brownsville Herald, and
the many who lent exhibits and
who helped.
Mrs. Willie A. George installed
the following officers for the
coming year: Mrs. G.. w. johnson,
reelected president Mrs. Charles
Watson. second vicQ-pesident; Mrs.
E. P. Day, treasurer. Ms. w. L. Ry-
man who was elected as secetary,
stated that 1t was impossible for
her to accent.
Mrs. Jol>on made a gracious
little speech in which she promised
good work with the cooperation
OF the old and new members this
fan. She was presented with a
lovely bouquet OF flowers IN the
name Of the League by Mrs. ID. p.
Gay, Jr.
Following the adjournment Of
the League the members repaired to
the home Of Mrs. ID. p. Gay. Jr.,
where the annual picnic. another
Of the enjoyable annual events Of
the club. was held. There were AZ
members and guests of the club an
the attractive garden Of the Gay
home, where tables and chairs
had been arranged. Mrs. Gay was
assisted in receiving her guests by
Mrs. John Porter.