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The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15
BLACK BART CONFESSES.
The Murderer of Banker Fleisehbern
Gives a Detailed History of
His Crimes.
A Record Showing That He Let
No Chance Escape to Hold
Up Trains.
But He Is Not Responsible. Because NJ
He Says His Head IL Not
All Right.

BEssEStER. Mich, Nov. li.-Reimund
Holzhao, BLACK Bart" on trial for the
murder of Banker Fleischbein, of Belle
vile, H., and the robbery of the Gogebic
stage. took the stand in his own defensa to-
day and made confession. He admitted
that he robbed the Milwaukee 4 Northern
train six months ago and held up the Wis
consin Central train at CBdett, Wis, a
month later, and waylaid the Gogebic
stage and shot Banker Fleischbein.
Holzhay says he worked ON Oconto river
for three years, and then desiring change,
went 10 Portland. Ore, for short time.
He then went up TO the Puget sound coun-
try, where he worked in mill for five
months. He also spent eight weeks in
riding about the country and was in the
west altogether about eight months. While
in Washington, territory, Holzhay
said, he was injured by his
horse falling upon him, and that he
Law unconscious for some time afterward
and that while his health previous TO this
accident had been good. since then 1t has
been bad. he could not say just how, but
il affected his whole system and particu-
larly his head. Ordinarily he felt quite
EpOu, Dut tutHt Ddu hptlib NOulu toiht Ofti
him and would last probably q day, some
times more. He said that during these
spells he felt strange, but could not de-
scribe his feelings. During such spells his
actions and any incidents or occurrences
taking place at such time were all blank
afterward. He had several of these spells
since his capture and probably had had a
dozen OF more since he was injured. Holzhay
said he remembered the day when he was
arrested and who arrested him. He could
not tell who he had held up in the stage
Holzhay says he does not remember who
was in the Gogebic stage, did not remember
seeing either Fleischbern OF the driver and
failed To identify the watch and pocket
book said TO have belonged to Fleischbern
He claimed he had never seen Fleischbern'l
name ON the pocket-book until hisattentior
was directed to it by Howell. The attorne,
illustrated the prisoner somewhat when h'
said: why did you carry two guns, know
ing you were liable to have one of thes'
spells at any time, and shoot somebody
Holzhay seemed somewhat staggered by th,
directness of the question, but replied: ="
carried the revolyers 10 protect n,yself from
wild animals in the woods. ! did not lik,
to leave them anywhere. as | might not fine
them again." Holzhay was the only wit
ness for the defense. When De had con
cluded the defense rested.
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TWO C0rRTS AT BUTTE.
Mediation Runs the Lawful one aud Ham
iiton the spurious.


BUTTE Nov. a. Special. To-day wit
messed . still further complication of the
court ifhdale. Judge Mediation called the
district court 10 order at 10 o'clock. A
couple Of prisoners who were out ON bail
were Rrraigned and Mrs. Stenberp, accused
of dynamiting her husband, was one of
these. She took twenty-four hours in which
TO plead. The court then asked Sheriff Sui
livan 20 produce in court the prisoners,
Schmitger and others whose cases were set
for this morning. Sheriff Sullivan went
out 10 the Jail and demanded the prisoners
OF Jailer Grifiiths. The latter absolutely
declined TO give them up to any one except
John 4. Lloyd. Sheriff sullivan re-
ported this action to the court and Judge
Mediation passed ON 10 the consideration of
routine business.
At o'clock in the afternoon Mr.. Hnmil-
ton, after great deal Of urging, started to
hold his court in the probate court room. He
attended 10 no business whatever, but sim
ply announced that the district court Of the
saeond judicial district was open for bust
ness. He then took recess until next
Iuesday at 2o'clock.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15
AMONG raE puGlLIsrS.
Lively Set-to In New York McAuiine
Makes q Match,

Nkw YORK, Nov. IA lively mill. eleven
rounds, skin gloves, WAS fought yesterday
in an east side resort between Charley
Judge, OF this city, and John Fowler, eN-
featherweight champion of England. In
the first Ave rounds Judge punched his
opponent all over the ring, but after that
the Englishman gained strength and began
pounding Judge. In the eleventh he landed
terrific underhand cut ON Judge. who at
once claimed his jaw had been broken.
Judges friends were in a large majority,
and tried to keep him going. A terrific din
ensued. and finally Steve Brodie, the ref
cree. decided the match draw 10 prevent
trouble. row ensued and reyolvers were
drawn, but the pugnacious ones were finally
subdued. Judge was badly punished.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15
New Me,lco.s Grea, stnrm.

CLAYToN, N. NJ. Nov. 1i.-Don Louis
Boca, prominent Spanish sheepraiser Of
Ute Creek, has just arrived at this place
and gives n very sad account of the late
blizzard in that region. Five Mexican
sheephcrders perished in his neighborhood.
The bodies of four ~ them have
been found. The snow completely
covers the ground from Clayton
TO the Canadian river, distance of 125
miles. Many Mexican families are in a
destitute condition. and owing 10 the heavy
snow are unable TO move from their PLAINS
in order 10 lay IN n supply Of food Mr..
Baca thinks other bodies will be recovered
MS soon NJ the snow melts as several men
are missing.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15
Enierinlninr Her Gncsi.

BALTIMORE, Nov. H.-Prelates, presidents
and delegates 10 the number of GOO were
conveyed in carriages to-day 10 various
points Of interest in Baltimore and its en-
yirons. At l O'Clock the party reached St.
Marys Industrial school, and were welcomed
by Monsignor McColgan, and Brother
Alexis president of the institution. An en-
tertainment was given by the boys. The
music was furnished by the industrial
school and at O'Clock banquet was ten
dered the visitors and number of speeches
were made, in which the institution and
Baltimore and its clergy and its people
came IN for a large share Of commendation.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15

LONDON, Nov. h.-tpon the reassembling
OF the Parnell commission this morning the
cashier of a national bank testified as 10 the
accounts kept in bank by members Of the
league. Biggar objected 20 the testimony
ms Irrelevant. Justice Hammer suggested
that Biggar be present when the counsel for
the Times went over the accounts 10 prevent
passing upon private business. Sir Henry
james then resumed his argument in sup
port Of the charges made by the Times.
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-Four More Cand dates.

SANTA FE, Nov. H.-Anthony Joseph.
New Mexico's delegate TO congress, in an
interview says that Immediately upon the
assembly of congress in December, he pro-
poses 10 introduce an enabling act for the
admission of New Mexico. II has already
been tnctly understood between the dele
gates in congress from the territories OF
Wyoming. Idaho, Arizona and New Mex
leo that an omnibus bill for the admission
of these territories shall be earnestly pushed
forward. The most prominent members OF
congress are with US and have pledged
themselves. think New Mexico's chances
exceedingly good
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15
The Knights Meeting.

ATLANTA, Nov, H.-The report of the
committee on law occupied the convention
of the Knights of Labor this morning. II
was decided that Saturday the convention
90 into committee Of the whole 10 consider
the state of the order. Several committees
were appointed, but only routine work
done.
AZ the afternoon session the report Of the
law committee was resumed. The most i'm
p0rtant change made was 90 allow the
transfer of local assembly 30 any other
district assembly or 30 the general assem-
blv, without the consent Of either the dis
trict, national, trade or state assembly, as
heretofore required.
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The Reformer., Convention.

CmcA0o, Nov. 1.-THE Reformers con-
vention nearly split up in row this morn
ing, the greenbackers claiming the commit
tee ON resolutions had not given them fair
show. The matter was finally smoothed
over, however, and the day WAS consumed
in a discussion of varions needed reforms
Tonight the convention ended its delibera-
tions. IL was decided the organization
would be known AS the "National Reform
Party" and "A committee was appointed to
formulate AN address setting forth its
aims
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15
CAUGHT IN WASHINGTON.
A swindler Who Represented Himself as
- Montanian Under Arrest.

WASHINGTON. Nov. l4.-Detectives tonight
arrested liobt. Il. Hall, known in Topeka,
Kas., az Alexander, who is wanted in Pueblo,
Col, for embezzlement. They found in his
room four gold watches and several pieces
Of iewelry set with diamonds. He represent
ed himself here M Fred G. Harper, cashier
Of the Bank of Sheridan, Montana, and
used cards with that genteman's name and
official designation printed upon them. In
his possession was book Of checks on the
above named bank and the stubs disclosed
the fact that a number of them have been
drawn for considerable sums 10 the order
Of vnrious persons. Many blank drafts on
western banks were also discovered in his
room,
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15
The Farmer. and the Tariff.

MONTGOMERY, Ala, Nov. H.-At the sec
ond days session Of the Farmers congress
Judge Lawrence, Of Ohio, president of the
woolgrowers' association, from a majority
Of the committee ON resolutions. reported a
resolution demanding that in case Of con.
tinuance Of the protective policy, all farm
products shall be as fully protected M any
article Of manufacture. Wilherte. of Mis-
souri, offered minority report pledging the
farmers Of the United States 90 reduction
Of the tariff and TO n change of duties from
the necessaries 10 the Injuries Of life, M far
as possible. Both reports we're laid over
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15
MAURICE SCHELL'S ROMANCE.
The story of German Who Killed n
Man for an Insult.

The story of "a German Who Killed n
Man for an Insult.
KANSAS CRY. Nov. li.-A romance in real
life and one of unusual interest developed
here to-day when Maurice Schell announced
his intention Of returning TO Germany 10
marry Fraulein Marguereta Miller, the
daughter of the Burgomaster Of town near
Stuttein. II was thirteen years ago that
the couple were betrothed. One evening
when they were returning from the Opera
Edmond Won wordel, an army officer
insulted the prospective bride. Schell
challenged him 10 n duel and
the combat occurred the next morning.
Pistols were used, and Won wondel was shot
through the heart and Instantly killed.
Scholl wns bndly wounded, but managed 10
escape. Since that time he has been in ex-
lie from his native land. He made n for
tune in Kansas City. and when the statutcl
Of limitation prevents him from being proc
ecuted for his crime. he has arranged 10 re-
turn TO his home and complete his romance
by marriage.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15
HARRIS.
OlG-PTiCG, SQQaTG-DGahlg,
CLOTHIER,
ST. LOUIS BLOCK,
...,.- e,rtf, r-rrrp
MAIN STREET.
DID 1T EVER sTIKE YOU

That year by year the habits OF People
yary as do the Fashions ? Time was
when about the only chance a man had
to get Suit OF Clothing without paying
four prices would be TO haggle for an
hour, and finally a spirit of compromise
or fatigue induce the contending parties
TO compromise.
Different here, and il is our proud
honor 10 state we we're the Pioneers in
this system Of One PRICE. We have
gone ahead of any of our competitors,
and mark all our goods in PLAIN FIG
vRKs. True there are some of the SLOW
Much Will You Give" class Of clothiers
those relies of barbaric clothing days
but their days are numbered; and ere
many moons have come and gone they
will be laid away and have joined the
silent majority.
But talking of changes Dontcher-
know it is time to change your OvercoatY
Has not this storm suggested to you the
propriety Of looking at those Overcoats.
the merits OF which we have been pro-
claiming all the season Take look at
some of our Fur Trimmed Overcoats
They will make your mouth water
That one at $3.50 is Bird We have
sold stacks of them already this season
and have stacks left.
Then we have a Fur-Collar Coat AT
SIS that is a Gem. But all our Spe-
oialties are gems, and one Of the first
water is coat, Otter Cuffs and Collar
English Beavercloth, which We are sell
ing cheaper than we did last year, not
withstandng the fact that fur and
cloth have both advanced in price
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15
AMERICAN CATTLE IN EUROPE
The First Exports TO Germany Meet with
Ready sale.

WASHINGTON. Nov. Ia. - Commercial
Agent Smith of Mayence, Germany, reports
the prevalence Of high prices for meat in
Germany, caused by firm of butchers in
Mayence, trying the experiment of import
ing live oxen from the United States; that
arrangements have been made for the ship
ment from Illinois to Germany, Of 800 head
of fat oxen within two months This is the
first time live oxen from the United States
have been imported into Germany. The
first lot of cattle arrived the week preced-
ing the report and the animals were sold
at prices ten to fifteen per cent. less than
German cattle. Notwithstanding the heavy
cost of transportation and the customs
duty.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15
Denver 10 Have Plenty Of water.

DENVER, Col, Nov. H.-rhere has been
almost a water famine in this city the past
year. The rapid growth of Denver has far
outstripped the present supply. A new COM
pany, with backing of millions Of eastern
capital has been organized TO pipe water in
from an enormous reservoir they will
build ht the foot of the main range Of the
Rocky Mountains. The city council has
agreed TO grant the franchise at their meet
ing ON Saturday next. This will insure an
ample winter supply for Denver for all time,
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15
MIR u,rr,sonIoo,.iny for pucks

WASHINGTON, Nov. A.-'rhe president left
the city last night by way of the Baltimore
a Potomac railway for few dnys' duck
shooting. II is not known exactly where he
has gone, but il is supposed TO one Of the
famous duck hunting grounds in Maryland
Secretary Halford said to-day he could not
tell where the president WIS, because he did
not know. The president wanted few
days uninterrupted recreation, and the
only way he could have II was by keeping
his movements secret.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15

We have several things in Underwear
that would attract the attention of a
oonnoisseur. Goods that formerly went
for IS and $40 can now be had for about
half that money. We have many Of
those effects in Silk, Lace and Stripes
that you cannot fiud in any place in
Helena except -"You Know Where"
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15
A NEW LIBRARY FOR CHICAGO.
A Mnii nalre wills a Quarter OF a million
Ia the Gorlen city.

Ia the Gorien city.
CHICAGO, Nov. ii.-The will Of the late
John Creerar was admitted Of PROBATE to-
day. II disposes of $3,bOo,oOO worth of per
sonal property and real estate valued at
$4,000, To number OF cousins he leaves
sums ranging from ten 90 twenty thousand
dollars large number of bequests, rang
ing from $4,000 TO $4,000, are given TO
charities, hospitals, historical, scientific
and literary societies, etc, and number Of
friends. II gives 100000 10 the Second
Presbyterian church of Chicago, the same
amount TO the trustees OF that church, the
income 10 be used for mission work. and
Sl0O,00 for a colossal statute of Abraham
Lincoln. The remainder of the estate,
estimated 10 be worth ~, 2,25OO0O is set apart
for the erection and maintenance of pub
lie library in the city of Chicago, 10 be
known af the "John Creerar Library"
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ZANZIBAR, Nov. l4.-The sultan of Zanzi-
bar refuses to entertain the demand Of the
East Africa company for indemnity 10 cover
the losses suffered by the company because
of the recent revolt. The demand for the
payment Of the subsidy promised by the
company for the first experimental year of
It's operations. The company rcsists the
demand md thinks the second year should
be allowed IL, on the ground that il il i'm
possible b. estimate the loss il suffered
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The American Association.

NEW YoRK, Nov. Am the American
Base Ball association the balloting for
president was continued during the greater
part ofto-day. Won Der Abe remained firm.
At 6 O'Clock Byrne, of Brooklyn, and
Stern, Of Cincinnati, announced the resigna-
tlon of their clubs from the association.
The delegates Of the Kansas City and Balti-
more clubs retired from the room at the
same time, and Won Der Abe remained
master Of the situation. He accepted the
resignation of the two clubs, but postponed
the election Of president of the association
until tomorrow morning.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15

NEW YORK, Nov. 14.-London cables TO
the Metal Exchange to-day indicated sud
den break of nearly e2 in the foreign cop
per market. The decline had no effect ON
the local market. The fncts in connection
with to-day's break on the London ex-
change made il plain TO the New York peo-
pie that the French bankers who have held
the stock of the French syndicate since ITS
collapse have begun 10 unload their metal.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15

Children grow to be Boys, Boys pass
on TO Manhood, but they must all be re-
membered. No matter how transitory
their condition. we have 'em all, in all
grades. All the Ladies will tell you;
"The only place to buy Boys Clothing is
at Harris" and they know you can de-
pend upon it.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15
swIndIed the Peasants.

VIENNA, Nov. ll.-At wodawice to day the
trial opened of sixty-fye persons who are
charged with swindling large number Of
Galcian peasants by inducing them to emf
CRATE 20 America by false statements and
then obtaining commission on their pas
sage money. Among the persons implicated
are the commissary of police, comptroller
of customs, an Hungarian judge and a num-
ber of customs guards.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15
SMOKELESS POWDER PROBLEM,
The Chief Of Ordnance Discusses ~ In His
Annual Report.


WASHINGTON, Nov. 1.-THE subject Of
smokeless powder for military uses occu-
pies a considerable space in the annual re-
port Of Brigadier-Genernl Benet, chief Of
ordnance lie says in part; "No American
has yet submitted for trial "A sinokoless
powder. and experiments with compressed
powders have shown the same eccentricity
as is developed abroad, tending 10 destroy
confidence in the fual production Of n ser
viceable compressed powder cartridge.
There is reason 10 believe from an applica-
tion made 10 mn officer of the ordnance de-
partment more then ten years ago, that
smokeless powder originated IN America,
only 10 be brought 10 the attention Of the
world in foreign countries. In view of the
present status of the powder question IL is
not deemed eSpedient 90 produce n small
calibre rifle for compressed powder cart
ridges. Such rifle, however excellent In
itself would be inferior 10 the foreign arms
using smOkeless powder and consequently
unsatisfactory 90 the army and country at
large. II IL believed. however. that all the
elements entering into the problem, except
powder, are ready for use the moment this
powder in obtained"
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15
Mnnr mn,r Ileen Murdrred.

81. PETER, Mimi, Nov. 1.-THE bones
of man named Torgeson and his wife were
found this morning in the smouldering em-
bers Of their home, Torgeson WAS afraid
of banks aud was known 10 have money in
his house. There is a strong suspicion Of
murder.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15

WASHINGTON, Nov. 1i.-w. II. weloh, Of
Maryland, deputy auditor Of the treasury
to-day rendered bis resignation. A. d.
Shaw, of Indiana, will be appointed 10 sue
coed him. The resignation Of Judge Hench
of Indiana. chief Of division in the comp
troller's Office has been accepted, and Frank
Swaggart, Of Logansport, Ind, is named AZ
his succeegOr
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15
smlndled nIs cn.inmers-

PoSrIAc, ILL.,. Nov. H.-Wm. Furshman, a
prominent real estate and loan agent, has
disappeared. A firm for whom he has done
business claims that by means of forged
mortgages he swindled them out of large
sums. II is estimated the forged paper will
exceed $4,000.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15

Another thing that will attract you is
our stock OF Nobby Cardigans Without
doubt we can show two styles where
you can find one elsewhere, while we
show some styles that you cannot find
as Fine in Quality anywhere. We mean
this and stand ready to prove il
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15

Many things we would like to men
tion were our space not 30 limited, but
we must say a word about our Neck
wear. In this specially
WE ARE THE BOSS.
Pshaw, they can't hold a candle TO usl
just look at our line and you will agree.
The Styles are the latest. We are not
accountable for the Patterns, because
our opinion is that the more ridiculous
a garment, or the louder the pattern,
the more apt 10 be considered az the
"Proper Thing" this year. From the
abbreviated "Chappie' Box Coat TO the
horrid Banana" patterns that adorn
our Vest and Neckties, as they are
Stylish. We must wear them,
DONCHERKNOW.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15

New YORK, Nov. N.-A fight has been ar
ranged between Jack McAuliAe, of Brooklyn,
and Mike DAILY, of Bangor. Maine, to take
place December 3, near Boston. Fifteen
rounds with two-ounce gloves will be
fought.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15

WmrE Rock Colo, Nov. H. Yesterday
evening, while blasting rock short dis
tance from this place. William Richardson,
Ralph Shaffer and Lon watham were killed
by the premature explosion Of a charge Of
giant powder The bodies of the men
were blown twenty feet from the explosion
and were terribly mangled.
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Jener.on DavI. serIon.I, m.

VioKsnuRo, Miss, Nov. li,-Information
was received in this city to-day that er
President Jefferson Davis was seriously III
at his Brierfeld plantation in Davis Bend,
twenty miles below Yicksburg and his rela.
tivee have been telegraphed for.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1889-11-15

BosroS, Nov. 14.-John L. Sullivan has
made up his mind not to pay any attention
TO the challenge and letters issued by
Dominick McCadery.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1889-12-12
moral natures.

PETROLEUM Y NAsBY did not re-
ceive a very munifcent sum for his
letters from the Confederate y
Roads" The indianapolis Journal,
in which they appeared in 1864, has
just confessed that Mr.. Locke not
only received no pay for them, but
that he gave the Journal 81 each for
printing them, that being about the
cost OF composition. The Journal
did, however permit Nasby to use the
type after the letters had been set up,
and from this type was printed the
yellow-colored pamphlets which Mas
by sold. It was one of these pam
phlets which Abraham Lincoln was
reading while sitting in the war
department waiting for news of his
second election.