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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
GENERAL HARhY HETH Ill.
The Distinguished Confederate Has
Pneumonia in Washington.

WASHINGTON, Jan. Especial. Gen.
Harry Heth, who, during the late war,
commanded the famous Confederate divis-
ion which bore his name, Is seriously Ill at
his residence, 1911 / street. n. W., this
city. General Heth is siXty-seven years
old, but very active for his years, ana
his splendid physique will stand him in
good stead during his present Illness.
Last Saturday night he attended the
performance of Living Whist" which
was given in this city for the benefit OF
the Young Women's Christian Home In
which his daughter, Miss Heth, takes
a deep interest. Sunday morning he was
taken suddenly III, and his physician Ut.
Horrison. who WJs sent for. pronounced
his illness acute pneumonia. General Heth
rested well to-day, and his physician
thinks the symptoms slightly favorable.
He has many friends here, and MS Ill
ness is deeply regretted, especially by the
many of his old comrades in arms VINO
are now residing in Washington.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
Five M0ra RohirS UneaIthad.

ALBANY. y. Y, Jan. s-Workmen to-
day continued the excavation work al
the scene of the Delavan Hotel ruins
So far ten bodies, or rather the remains
of them, have Ceen uncovered Two
were removed from the ruins yesterday
and five to-day. The three other bodies
uncovered could not be removed to-day
before. darkness set In, on account OF
the piles Of debris which covered them.
The three bodies last found are more
intact than those already uncovered
All OF the bodies were found in the cellar
directly under the attic. where the vic
tims OF the fire are supposed 10 have
been quartered. Three bodies were near
mattresses when found. showing that
the persons were asleep when they met
death. The only remains upon which
recognition was attempted were those
or woman. One body was supposets
TO be either Agnes Wilson or Miss Raw
Young. both OF Buffalo
An inquiry into the cause OF the fire
or fire commissioners
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
RICHMOND. VA. WEDNESDAY JANUARY 1888

motion to quasb the indictments charging
them with conspiracy to stop the mails.
The defendants were In the custody OF
United States marshals. having to-day
begun serving their jail sentences for
contempt OF court. Judge Grosscup stay
ed that he overruled the motion to quash'
EXCEPT in the third count of the indict-
ment. which charged that the stopping
of the mails was intentional and ieio-
NOUS The trial was set for January
22d. in order that the attorneys for the
defence might have time to go to WASH
ington, when they will ask the Supreme
Court for a writ OF habeas corpus in the
contempt case.
District Attorney Milchrist announced
that the prosecution OF ten American
Railway Union men, whose names APP
pear on the omnibus indictment, would be
dropped. as the evidence against them Is
not sufficient for conviction. and the Gov
ernment does not desire to make a drag
net of the case.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
REsPONSIBILIJY or PiLOTS.
An Order Which WI Prevent Officers
From shifting the Blame.

WASHINGTON, Jan. S.-Secretary Her.
bert to-day issued general orders to naval
officers, reversing the former practice of
the department regarding the responsible
ity OF pilots on board warships, which
will render it impossible hereafter to
shift the blame for injury 10 vessel
on the pilot, as was attempted In the
cases OF the Columbia last spring ard
the Cincinnati last November. The order
is as follows:
The accident TO the United States ship
Cincinnati. upon the occasion of her
striking ground on the eastern side OF the
shoal, to the south and west of Execution
Rock lighthouse, Long Island Sound, on
the 18th day of November last, renders il
eXpedient that the department promul-
gate To the service its views with regard
to the responsibility of pilots on board
vessels of the navy.
pilot Is TO be considered merely as an
adviser to the commanding officer and
his presence on board n naval vessel shall
not relieve the commanding officer OF
such vessel or any of his subordiDates
from full responsibility or the proper
performance OF the duties with which
they, or any Of them, may be charged
concerning the navigation Of the vessel.
II. A. HERBERT.
Secretary.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
C0REAN INDEPENDENCE.
4 FORMAL DECLARATTOE BY JHE
KING AND CABINET,
Psrsicipsnts In the Cersus ny Protected
by JsVansss OHsslals--Lsadsss Of Tsag
Max Rebels Bsheadsd.

LONDON. Jan. s.-Thc Central News
correspondent al Seoul telegraphs That
the King OF Corea yesterday proceeded to
the ancestral temple. and there formally
declared the independence OF Corea. lie
was accompanied by members OF the Cab
inet and other high functionaries Of the
Government. The royal party was ss-
eorted by a body OF soldiers. armed and
equipped In modern style. Ministers Boz
kuyeiko and Jokohan were specially
guarded by Japanese policemen and the
streets were Kept clear by the new
Corean police.
The Central News correspondent at
tusan reports that the Inhabitants of
kow No Ken in Southern Corea, have
seized ana beheaded three OF the principal
leaders OF the Tong Hak rebels. The Tong
baks are being pursued by Corean SOL
ulefs. and In consequence OF the death OF
their leaders, the rebels are fleeing IN
all directions.
A dispatch to the Central News from
Seoul says that Lilo Hun Yon. grandson
or Tai Won Kun, King Regen; OF Corea.
mas been appointed Corean Minister To
Japan, and will leave Corea for Japan In
a few days.
CHINESE TOWN SET on FIaE.
LONDON Jan. g. a dispatch 10 the
Central News from Shanghai saws that
reports have been received from New
Chwang, stating that during the assault
OF the Japanese upon Soumeh Chang. the
town was set on tire and DESTROYED. rom
dering ten thousand inhabitants homeless
In temperature of ~ degrees below
freezing point.
The Japanese are cutting off the re-
treat OF the 1900 Chinese soldiers. com
manded by General Sung. aud the Tao
Tai OF New Chwang, fearing desertions,
has ordered that all soldiers who attemp,
to run away shall Immediately be shot.
PREMIER rro PROUD OF HIS OFFICE.
LONDON, Jan. S-A Central News dis
patch from Toxic says that Premier Ito.
speaking I'm the Japanese Chamber OF Dep
uties yesterday. declared that the vie
tories of the Japanese ever the Chinese
were due To the bravery and loyalty ~
the army and navy, supported by tha
loyalty and unanmity of the people OF the
nation. lie felt honored. he said. TO o.
cupy the position of Prime Minister at so
important a time In + country's history
In view OF the necessary war measures.
Premier Ito said the budget would deal
only with few other urgent matters
W nen the war should be concluded he
said, the Government would submit a
number OF useful measures. but IN the
meantime only the most urgent questions
would be considered
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
Raci1c in a Sea of Mud.

WASHINGTON, d. @, Jan. 6.-1he
horses ran in excellent form at the Old
track was sea of mud. The attendance
was good. Sunni aries:
First race-six and one-fourth furlongs
Imp. Bones a to u first, Mikey b. Sec
ond, Andrew ID. third; Time, l:Si IL
Canadian Q3 TO 81 first. Della NJ. Sec
ond. Ida II. third. Time. 1908.
Third race-six and one-fourth furlongs
Mask q to y first, Pickaway second,
Masterlode third. Time, 1:33.
Fourth race-five furlongs-Sonora q to
~ first, Waicott second, His Grace
third. Time, Los.
Fifth race-one mile-Cheddar q to 81
first, Uncle Jim second, May L. third.
Time. 2Ug
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09

PARIS, Jan. s.-The newspapers agree
In the prophecy that the session of the
Chamber OF Deputies OF 1895. when be-
gan to-day. will be stormy and eventful
one. ~; ,n n,,Sso. mas ~. ~ ad p.essasht s1s
The first business of the session will be
the discussion OF the question of the re-
lease of NJ. Gerault Richard, who is now
confined In prison for having insulted
who is editor of the Chambard (Socialisf
newspaper). was elected to the Chamber
of Deputies few days ago. to represent
the Thirteenth district Of Paria- AZ the
liberty Of the deputy cannot be ragly3ets
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
Knles by a Convict.

SAVANNAH. GA, Jan. s.-A specias
from Naldosta. Ga, says:
This, morning telegram was received
mere by Noah skipper from Frank
man mad been killed by a convict there
and urging him TO got bloodhounds and
go 10 the scene at once Mr.. Skipper
telegraphed for Mr.. Loves dogs al
to the scene just before noon. Noth,n.
has been heard from them. and no de,
tails have been received as TO the killing
or the number OF convicts who esoapeT
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
Work for the Norfolk Aayy-Yard-

WASHINGTON, d. C.. Jan. s.-Secro-
tary Herbert has given the neeessafI
orders for fitting the cruiser Minn.apolc,
as q flagship, and the work will be done
at the Norfolk nayy-yard, where the shin
Is 10 go as soon as she finishes taking
the end Cf this week. The changes
which consist OF alterations In her cabin
TO- provide quarters, for an admiral and
his stan. as well as for her commanding
Smeer, VIII take al least two months.
but other work required TO make tbs
vessel ready for three years cruise will
80 on simultaneously, and probably bv
the lst or April the Minneapolis wiz
succeed the Ne y York as flagship OF the
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
THE DEBS CKOWD 90 TO JAIL.
They Begin to Serve Out tho Sentence
Recently Imposed for Contempt.

CHICAGO, Jan. S--Eugene V. Debs and
the other officers and directors of the
American Railway Union went TO Cook
county Jail to-day 10 begin serving the
sentence recently imposed on them for
contempt OF court. There was no formal
procedures. During the day the men
dropped In one by one and surrendered
themselves TO the marshal. An appeal to
the Supreme Court will be presented the
latter part OF this week, being now In
course OF preparation. The chances are
that the prisoners will be obliged TO re-
main IN Jail for at least two weeks before
the Supreme Court can be heard from.
Unless the decision at that time Is favor
able they Will have to serve out their
terms.
The United States Circuit Court was
crowded this afternoon when Eugene v.
Debs. George w. Howard and five others
Of the American Railway Union came In
70 hear the decision 0f the court on the
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
The Last of wairsism in Colorado.

of the Colorado State Legislature lett
the capitol building shortly before noon
to-day, and proceeding TO Tabor Opera
House. met in joint session for the In
auguration of Goyernor-eiect Mcintyre
caily decorated for the occasion Lieu
tenant-Governor Nichols presided. and,
after a short prayer by Rev. Thomas Uz-
gel. Mr.. Mcintyre was introduced and
the oath of office administered by Chief
This was followed by the delivery OF
the new Governors inaugural address.
There was reception ut Browns Palace
Hotel tonight. and an Inaugural ball al
broadway Theatre.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
TIE other Side Of the Armenian Cua,tion

CONSTANTINOpLE lam 4 aThe nres,
OF th's city publish u dispatch from
Ieeki Pasha. commander OF the Fourth
Army CORPS, stationed at ErzIng ian
As'atic turkey, announcing the seizure
used by Armenian agitators. The news
papers also publish details of alleged
acts, murder and brigandage by Armenian
agitators. and. commenting thereon. do.
cIares that the loyal element of the Ar
meAiaas. who have lived for six centi,-
ries under the just and bcneficent rule OF
the imperial Government, heartily repro
bate lawiessness OF their compatriot aSi-
tators.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
A New Steamship Line.

CHARLESTON, S. c., Jan. S.-A new
tween Charleston and Philadelphia on
Monday h M next The enterprise is repre-
sented in Philadelphia by the Phiiadei-
phia Steamship Company, whose busi-
ness relations are said to. be extended'
fic' The new line will have feeders all
over the North and West. and Will be
Competitor for all business Offering be-
tween Charleston and the North and
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09

ed during the session OF the Chamber.
tne Socialists demand NJ. Richards I'M
MEDIATE release from prison, and Il Is
pellevei that the Government will be
compelled to lberate him
LONDON, Jan. S-The Paris corrc.
spunaent OF the Central News says: The
Government resolved determ.nedly To on
pose pos, ehs efforts OF Socialist deputies and
NJ. Richard. Va
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
A Flood Threatened in Al.b.m.

cial from Tuscaloosa says there Is a
prospect for heavy food In the War
rior river. Rain has been falling for
twenty-four hours without ceasing The
river now marks forty-seven feet above
low-water mark, and Is still rising -
the rate of ten inches per hour. Helow
Tuscaloosa stock IL being driven TO the
highlands as fast as they can be gotten
out OF the swamps.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
Suain Will Probably Yield.

WASHINGTON. ID. c.. Jan. s.-Dis-
patches to the Department on state from
Minister Hannis Taylor, at Madrid. indi-
cate the success OF the Presidents pro-
tuajiv shutting out American -four from
her West Indian possessions by imposing
the maximum tariff schedules, as a result
OF the reciprocity abrogation clause In
the Gorman-Brice act 1t is eXpeEtea 'na'
within a few DAYS decree Will be is
sued restoring the schedules in vogue
a year ago. All probability of retalia-
ton against Spain Is, therefore, past.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
4 Defaulting Treasurer Arrested.

ELLSWORTH. KAN. Jan. S.-Sheriff
Hutchins has received a telegram from
saying he has ex-Treasurer IT. L. Dick
under arrest. Dick on October lst. on
surrendering his office, was apparently
sil, 900 short. An investigation was imme-
diately made. when Il was discovered
that the shortage was $4,000. His mania
for gambling caused his downfall.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
NORTH CAKOLiNA MOONsHIyBRs.
Revenue On,eers Dessrminsd to Break Up
the Evil In We, tern Par, OF tho state.

WASHINGTON, ID. C., Jan. s.-Deputy
Collector Rogers, OF the Western district
of North Carolina, and several special
agents of the Internal Revenue service
had conference with Commissioner Mil
Ter, Deputy Commissioner Wilson anu
Chief colquitt. of the special agents. to-
day as 10 the better enforcement OF the
law against "moonshners" In western
North Carolina.
Commissioner Miller says he Is deter
mined 10 exhaust all his power In efforts
TO break up 'moonshining' In North
Carolina and elsewhere. and protect the
Government in lis just dues
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
A Distinguishing Ballot Mark.

LANSING, MICH, Jan. S-The Su-
preme Court has modified its decision in
the Bay City marked ballots case.
OF months ago The Court declares that
it's former opinion as to what constitutes
distinguishing marks on ballots was too
rigid, and to-day decides that a voter
can erase the name of candidate
against whom he wishes TO. vote with
out having 1t constitute distinguishing
mark
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
knocked Down BY q Trals.

GREEN BAY, VA. jan. 5. Special :
Mr.. jeremiah White. representing the
firm OF X. w. Lawson * Co., OF South
Boston. Va. narrowly escaped being run
over by the north-bound passenger train
on Saturday evening. Mr. White went
out TO take the south-boGnd train (rhis
being the passing point. when the down
train came In on the siding. knosnins
Inn on the track.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
AMERICAN IOKICCO ca. WINS.
Wins the Pstent Suit Against the National
q l,srstse Company.

NEW YORK, Jan. s.-Judge Lacombe.
in the United States Circuit Court, to-day
handed down decisioE In favor OF the
American Tobacco Company, otherwise
known as the Cigarette Trust against
the National Cigarette Company FOR the
violation of patent rights.
Judge Lacombe states IN his decision
that he will suspend judgment tn case an
appeal is taken.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
THE RIOTERS DISPERSED.

A body OF mounted police arrived short
ly after, and the combined forces man
aged to keep the crowd at bay until
darkness came. when the rioters dis
persed. Four of the leaders have been
arrested.
The streets tonight are crowded with
people. A guard from the warship Tour
maline is doing patrol duty in front OF
the principal buildings, as II Is feared
that other raids may be attempted dur
ing the night.
Premier Greene presented pltIiui
picture when he appeared on the balcony
of the legislative building this evening 70
address the angered crowd. He has been
ailing since he accepted office, and the
worry over the present turbulent condition
OF the colony has reduced him almost to
a skeleton.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
Tho vot. on the BANKING Ra,.

WASHINGTON. ID. c., Jan. s-while
no formal meeting Of the Committee on
Rules has been held regarding the Car
isle banking bill, the Democratic men,
bcrs OF the committee have tacttly agreed
that a vote will be taken Friday Of this
week, and that rule will be reported
Tomorrow regulating the debate during
the interim.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
Marine Band 10 Visit the South.

WASHINGTON. ID. c.. Jan. S-The
President to-day decided 10 grant perm!s-
Marine Corps 10 make an extensive con-
cert tour OF the Southern states The
band, consisting OF fifty pieces. win leave
Washington about March 18th. 10 travel
slx weeks.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
Tie Reichstag Again in Srss,on

BERLIN, Jan. S.-The session Of the
'kech'stag. which was adjourned over
the hcndays. was resumed to-day. Won
LeVetzoW made speech, wishing the
deputies happy New Year.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
WxArnEn Y.lGk Ar

WASHINGTON, Jan. s.-isor Virginia:
Rain or snow In eastern: fair IN western
portion: colder; northeasterly WINDS.
North Carolina: Rain or snow: colder
with cold wave; northesster!y winds.
becoming noitheriy.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
Tho Challenge Formally Accepted.

NEW YORK. Jan. S-The Americas
Cup Committee met at the Office OF Com
nrodore James u. Smith shortly after 10
O'Clock to-day, and formally accepted the
Dunraven challenge Of December 9Th.
subject 70 modlhcations made Nv cable
yesterday.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
Tie Ex-Prsmier Goes TO Gamma,

LONDON, Jan. S.-Mr. and Mrs. Glad
stone started from the Charing Cross
Lord Rosebery was among those who
were at the station TO see them off.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
The Sage Damage suit,

NEW YORK. Jan. s-The third trial
OF the suit OF William II. Laidiaw. for
$4,000 damages, against Russell SAGE, be.
gan this morning In the supreme Court
before Judge Patterson.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09

The following was the range OF the
thermometer ~ The Tsmes once yestes-
day: > 4. NJ. 81: ~ NJ. -: . +. ~. a.:
. p. NJ, -; p. M ~; u H., ~ Avsss
age, n.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09

NEW YORK. Jan. a-The appeal of
Erastus Wtman, convicted OF forgery for
new trial 10 being argued to-day before
the general tarm OF tho Supreme Court.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09

Brsekirridss Srsaks IA Ihirty-Five Psepte.
NASHVILLE. TENN. Jan. S.-W. e.
p. Rreckinridss lectwed here tonight 70
thirty-iivc people.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-01-09
Mr.. Palmer Defends the President

WASHINGTON. Jan. S.-A resolution
was offered in the Senate by Mr.. Morgan.
and agreed 10. calling on the President
for copies OF reports and documents re-
lating TO the enforcement OF the regula-
tiOns respecting fur seals, and TO the
claims OF the British Government on ac-
count OF seizures of sealing vessels In
Behring Sea.
The conference report on the Military
Academy appropriation bill was present.
ed and agreed to.
MIR. Lodges resolution as TO the with
drawal OF vessels of war from the Ha-
walian Islands was laid before the SEN
ate
Senator Palmer took the floor TO oppose
the resolution. and his speech bristied
with sharp and pointed sayings Thu T.
after arguing that II was absurd for the
Senate TO demand reasons for the Presi-
dents action, unless IL had also the
right TO compel an answer. ne declar ed
that organized curiosity was often Simply
organized impertinence. and he asserted
that the President wac maintaining me
rigorous policy OF non-intervention IN
the affairs OF the Hawaiian Islands. AS
10 the existing Government In those is
lands. he said that II was an infinite Inn
pudence 10 characterize IL as a Republic.
IL was an aristocracy based on wealth. .
just as Senator Aldrich got the floor
TO criticise the Presidents recent utter
ances Oh the interview furnished TO the
ooutheSa Associated Press. the morning
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1895-01-07
MARINE NOTES.

No Island steamers left today.
None will leave.
The Bentala is discharging her
freight at'the Oceanic wharf.
The Lehua will go to Molokai
tomorrow afternoon instead of to-
day.
The Routenbeck has at last, finish
cd discharging. She is taking bal
last.
The dredger got in among rocks
Saturday and had two blades
broken.
The Claudine, Captain Cameron,
arrived Sunday morning from Ha-
wall and Maui. She brought thirty
cabin and thirty-fve deck passen-
gers, most of whom were residents
and school children returning to the
city. He cargo consisted of ?, S62
bags Of sugar, produce and sundry
articles. The Claudine will sail
again at S clock tomorrow after
noon.
The Mikahala arrived Sunday
morning from Kauai. She brought
a heavy cargo, her sugar alone ag-
gregating $40 bags. Most of il
came from Makaweli. Her pas
senger list was also very full. She
brought thirty-tour cabin and fort
one on deck. Rams were encount-
cred on the coast of Kauai. The
Mikahala will sail again, on the
same route, at S p. nj. Tuesday,
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1895-01-07
8. ,s i. 4; s'ss se|s u. Is I & I;
Life and services of dhc Hon. Chas. l..
Carter.

Life and services of rhc Hon. Chas. L.
Carter
The Hon. Charles l.. Carter was
born Nov. 80, 1864.
He went to the States in 1854.
md four years later in 1887, grad
uated at the law school of Ann Ar
Dor, Michigan. In the mean time
he had accompanied his father on
his diplomatic missions to England
and Berlin.
He was admitted to the bar in
Toledo where he first started in
legal business, having married
Miss Mary Scott of Ann Arbor.
Mr.. Carter was the oldest son Of
Hon. Henry A. 7. Carter, late
Hawaiian Minister at Washington.
His mother was the youngest
daughter of the eminent DR.. G.. p.
Judd.
Mr.. Carriers legal ability and
early diplomatic experience with
his father, led to his selection as
one Of the five Commissioners of
The Provisional Government, sent
to Washington, January 70, 1898,
to negotiate Treaty of Annexa
ton with the United States. For
a short time i'll March and April,
i'll the absence of other Commits.
sion, the duty of communicating
with Mr.. Gresham at a critical time
fell upon Mr.. Carter.
Mr.. Carter had a leading part in
drafting the Constitution of the
Republic of Hawaii, and in the de
bates Of the Constitutional Conven.
ton. He was elected last Novem-
Der as a member of the House OF
Representatives from this city.
Mr.. Garter leaves two infant
children. His mother and two sis.
tiers reside in this city. A married
sister and a brother reside in Seat
tie, Washington.