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The Dalles times-mountaineer. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1882-1904, 1895-12-07
AMERICAN ARISTOCRACY.

The Oregonian yesterday discussed
very sensibly the subject of wealth in
this country, and sums up its conclu.
sions in the head line to its editorial,
that there is "No Aristocracy of
Wealth" in this country. The argu-
metlts of our contemporary are well
made, but it seems to US its conclu-
sions are not backed BY the facts. In
concluding the article referred to the
following statement is made: "Pessism
is an easy habit: but, as fact, this
country is not ruled by an aristocracy
of wealth, nor, happily. is it anywhere
near that condition" Is this true? In
the sense that we have no titled aris-
tocracy. yes. In the sense that there
is not an aristocracy measured by
wealth alone.that dictates the laws of
the country, no. 1t needs no argu
ment to demonstrate this. The action
of Justice Sbiras in voting against his
own conclusions on the income tax
bears the ear marks of the power OF
money. The horde Of rich men in the
United States senate is an evidence OF
the aristocracy of wealth. The rich
criminal, defended by rich lawyer
and set free, while his poorer, brother
goes to the peniten tiary for the same
offense, shows simply class privilege
the privilege of the aristocracy OF
wealth. We have the sa ne laws for
all it is true, but do we arrive at u g
same results with all classes? Most
assuredly not. Much as we may dis
pute the fact we have an aristocracy in
this country, class separated from
the masses with special privileges, not
given but taken by force, and. taken
because the power of wealth permits
it. 1t is a condition that Vi fortunately
does not see n to admit of correction,
one under our system. of govern
ment ia bound to arise. and which the
people are powerless to prevent.
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Both Parties Caucus.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 5.-Republican
senator's met in caucus Immediately af-
ter adjournment of the senate today.
Senator Sherman, chairman, announc.
ed the selection OF the following sena.
tors as committee to arrange COM
rnittees of the senate; Mitchell of
Oregon, Teller, Cullom, Quay. Platt,
Chandler. Pettigrew, Geary, and Prit-
chard. The committee was confirmed
by the caucus. The committee is about
equally divided as to silver, Jour being
for free coinage, while Chandler is
very friendly to silver. The Demo-
cratic members held caucus today,
there being 26 senators present. The
caucus decided upon the nomination of
Senator Harris for president pro TEN,
in case the Republicans should decide
to attempt to select one Of their num-
ber to this office. The caucus also
authorized the chairman, Senator Cor
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/ FRIVOLOUS PROSECUTION.

When public officials consider office
q public trust, the people are we'll
served, and the administration of pub
lie affairs are economically conducted.
But when they look upon their position
as license to build up fees at the ex-
pense of the taxpayers, extravaganza
Is the result, and taxation becomes
.burdensome. When such state of af-
fairs exist, justite demands that the at
tention of the public be called to it,
hence the late grand jury is to be com
mended for having made this state
ment:
"We would further call the attention
of the court to the fact that certain
justices of the peace in this county
seem more desirous of making fees
than of performing the legitimate
duties of their Office. Sometimes
frivolous cases are begun and the par
ties bound over to the grand jury, or
the parties discharged and the costs
taxed up to the county. We find, upon
examination of the county court
docket, that at the September term of
the county court the enormous sum OF
$1,000 was allowed for justice courts
alone for cases tried during only two
months. We heartily endorse the
action of the county court in disallow-
ing all bills where in their opinion,
the charges made were unnecessary"
1t is no doubt true that large saw
ing to the county could be effected if
Justices of the peace would be more
guarded in allowing criminal proceed
ings to be commenced in their courts.
If they would enforce the rule of requir-
ing complaining witness, in each case
that has the appearance of being
malicious prosecution, to deposit a
bond for the costs, there would be
fewer criminal prosecutions, and
thousands of dollars would be saved
each year. Whenever crime has
been committed, it is the Office of the
state to pay the expenses of prosecut-
ing the offender; but it is not the in
tention of the law that the state shall |
pay for prosecuting cases where the
object is to wreak revenge or satisfy |
personal spite. and when justices of
the peace require complaining wit.
nesses to pay the costs in such cases,
they will occur less frequently, and the !
expenses of criminal prosecution will
diminish.
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sowed His Farm With Gold.

TERRA HAUTE. Ind, Dec. Sit is
learned that Joel Connors, an old resi-
dent of Parke comfy who died recently.
instead Of being very poor as he said
he was, had nearly $4,000 in gold.
His wife did not know that he had ac-
cumulated money until just before he
died. when he told her Of it,. He did
n )t definitely describe its hiding place,
and what has been found has been
widely scattered. The yellow coinhas
been found in old dirty and battered
cans and jars that would not attract at.
tention and which were placed in out
of the .way corners about the outhouses
nm the farm.
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Another Cuban Victory.

KEY WEST, Fla. Dec. 5.-According
to advices which have been received
here from Havana the Cubaus have
once more won victory over the Span
ish troops. The battle was fought be-
tween Camaquey and Las Vallas. Gen
erals Gomez and Sanchez with 5000 in.
surgents encountered Generals Suarez.
Valdez and Garriel. commanding 2500
Spanish troops. Three hours of des-
perate fighting was waged, the Span
iards retiring with loss OF 200 killed
and 300 wounded. Among the killed
were several officers. The insurgents
loss was about half that of the Span
iards
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TELEGRAP'HIC..
IN THE UPPER HOUSE.


Business Transacted bv' the Senate tie
Third Day of the Session.
WASHINGTON, Dec. An the senate
today Senator Mitchell, of Oregon, pre-.
sented letter and accompanying re-
cords to the senate, from H. A. Dupont,
claiming the right to be admitted as
senator from Delaware. Delaware's
democratic senator, Gray, moved the
privileges of the floor be given his
republican quasi-colleague, pending
the determination of the case, and Du-
pond was brought in and introduced.
Several petitions for the recognition
of the Cuban insurgents were offered.
Squire, of Washington, in introduc-
ing bill for Notifications at Atlantic,
Pacific and lake ports, said the senate
was being asked to extend recognition
to Cuban belligerents and to firmly
reassert the Monroe doctrine.
1--WE are talking of these matters as
though we had a chip on oar shoulder, "
he added, land we go along in blissful
ignorance of, or inaction, as to the
unfortified condition of our ports"
Hoar offered the. following:
'Resolred, That the senate will sup.
port the president in the most vigorous
action he may deem lit to take for the
protection. and security of American
citizens in Turkey, and to obtain re-
dress for injuries committed upon such
citizen there. "t~-.: y
"Resolusd, That the president bede-
sired to make known to the govern
ment of Turkey, the strange feeling OF
regret and indignation with which: the
people of America heard of the injur-
les inflicted upon the. persons of the
Christian: faith: in Turkey, and the
American people cannot be expected to
view with Indifference any repetition
or continuance Of such wrongs. :
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PROCEEDINGS IN CONGRESS.
Two Senate Bills For the Free Coinage of
Silver.

Silver.
| WASHINGTON, Dec. 5.-There was 6
good attendance when the senate met
at noon today. The first bill intro.
duced was one by Mills, Democrat, OF
Texas, for the coinage of the silver in
the treasury.
A bill introduced by Chandler, Re-
publican, Of New Hampshire, for the
coinage of silver at the ratio OF 15i to
l, the bill to become operative when
England, Germany and France pass
similar laws, was listened to with great
attention.
Gallinger, Republican, of New
Hampshire, introduced aresolution de-
ciaring it the sense of the senate that
it was unwise and inexpedient to retire
greenbacks.
Mitchell, Republican, of Oregon. in
troduced resolution, which was agreed
to, calling on the secretary of the
treasury to inform the senate why the
construction Of the public building at
Portland, Oregon, was not proceeded
with.
Call, Democrat, of Florida, addressed
the senate in advocacy of his resolution
for recognition Of the belligerency of
the Cuban insurgents and for strict
neutrality by the United States in the
war.
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win Not Arbitrate.

LONDON, Dec, 4.-The reply Of the
Marquis of Salisbury to the note of
Secretary Clney on the Venezuelan
question is ON board the White Star
line steamship Britannia, due in New
York Friday. The essence Of the docu-
ment is that Great Britain refuses to
submit to arbitration any territory
within the Schomburgk line. Some
surprise is expressed because the reply
was not sent through the United States
embassy, but Am bassador Bayard ex-
plains that this is in accord with, dip
lomatic usage.
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in and departing from our eastern sea.

in and departing from our eastern sea-
ports.
1t ought not to need affirmation that
the canal should be built by American
agency. A canal that gives to any
European power, or to any combina-
tion of European powers, control OF
the passage between the two great
oceans of the western continent must
be constant menace to republican in
stitutions in the new world.
The Dalles times-mountaineer. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1882-1904, 1895-12-07
POPS WILL STAND TOGETHER.

- 80. Il .'-
VIA Probably, Prevent Republican Re-
organization Of the Senate. IL
WASHINGTON, Dec. 4.-The Populist
.memberssot the senate alta meeting yes
terday took steps which probably will
prevent the reorganization of the,sen.
ate by the Republicans, they deciding
to stand together against both of the
old parties. PETER, Allen, Kyle and
Butler, ranked. as straight Populists,
and Senators Jones and Stewart, of
Nevada, upon whom some Republicans
have counted for assistance in case Of
an effort to .reorganize, were present.
There was no dissent against the prop.
osition to stand, together on the ques-
tion OF organization and to give no sup
port to either OF the old parties in the
election of officers of the senate or in
other party matters. Those present
also decided to. nominate their own
candidates for the various offices in
case the other parties place candidates
in the field. ! The Populists agreed
that this step once taken they would
stand by their candidates solidly to the
end. The Republicans now lack three
of q majority.
The Dalles times-mountaineer. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1882-1904, 1895-12-07
Rrssia's Attitude.

CoNsrANT1NoPLE, Dec. Att be.
came known today, to the surprise of
skeptics, that Russia is really in accord
with: the powers: and the sultan need
look for no sympathy from the czar or
his advisers IN anything tending to
thwart the determination of the powers
to have orderirestored throughout the
Turkish empireand measures taken for
the protection Of lives and property of
all Christian subjects, OF the sultan.
This news has cast dismal spell over
Yildis Koisk and the ministers have
been in almost constant attendance
upon the sultan ever since.
The Dalles times-mountaineer. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1882-1904, 1895-12-07
Revolutions in venezuela.

NEW YORK, Dec. 4.-Correspond-
ence to the Herald from Panama says:
From trustworthy private advices it
Ia reported here that the revolution
which has broken out simultaneously
in nearly all the states of the republic
of Venezuela against Crespo's autoc-
racy is of the most serious nature. To
preserve neutrality between Colombia
and Venezuela, the government of
Colombia has appointed an inspector,
who is to reside at Ell Amparo in the
state of Bolivia.
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dress of President William Lawrence.
of Ohio. who dwelt on the distressed
condition of the wool growing in
dustry and various suggestions 70"
remedial legislation and concerted
action to secure better protection to
growers. Resolutions will be adopted
urging the restoration of wool to the
dutiable list at reasonably high rate.
The Dalles times-mountaineer. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1882-1904, 1895-12-07
No Alarm at London.

LONDON, Dec. Sit was semi-off-
cially stated here this afternoon that
for years the Russian Black sea feet
has been under orders to be prepared
for active service at any moment.
Therefore, it is added, there Is nothing
new in the situation. Moreover, it is
pointed out full understanding has
been established between the powers
regarding the situation in Turkey and
no apprehension exists of any one
power taking independent action.
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In Receivsr,s Hands,

SALEM. Dec. 4:-The Salem Console
dated Street Railway Company passed
into the hands Of receiver this after
noon, upon petition of E. P. McCor-
mack, president of the First National
bank. trustee. F. R. Anson, superin-
tendent of the company's business,
was appointed receiver, with bonds
fixed at $1,000: This action was caused
by failure of the company to meet ac-
commodationsnotes for Sss12 so. The
stockholders Of this company are Port
land and Eastern capitalists, and, be-
sides an electric street railway. own
also the. electric-light plant. Both
will continue in operation.
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man, to appoint a steering committee
of six, who shall be old members.
There were several speeches on the pol
icy of organization of committees and
all were favorable to permitting the
Republicans to take them in case they
decide that they wish to do so.
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All who Want Money.

All county warrants registered prior
to March 1, 1892. will be paid if pre-
sented at my office. corner Third and
Washington streets, The Dalles. Ore
Interest ceases after Nov. 13. 1895.
WIN. MICHELL.
County Treasurer.
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GLAZING DISCREPANCIES.

The report of the expert. appointed
to investigate the books of the insane
asyl I'm isga striking contrast to the re-
port of the joint committee of the last
legislature to whom was delegated the
same duty. The report of that COM
mittee says:
"a thorough investigation of the
books and accounts of the institution
has been made by competent clerks,
and in all particulars they have been
found correct. The bookkeeper was
courteous and obliging and during the
examination of the books and papers
gave his aid and all assistance required
in the investigation"
The report further states that the
committee held three meetings, which
were publicly advertised. under the
statement that it would receive and
consider any charges regarding the
improper management of the affairs
OF the asylum. No charges being pre-
ferred, the committee concluded that
none could be brought affecting in any
manner the careful and proper map
agement of the institution.
Mr.. Thielsop, the expert appointed
by the state officers to examine the ac-
counts of this institution, after devot-
ing two months to investigating them,
finds a discrepancy amounting to $12.-
5O4.49 in the accounts. as shown by
the inventory taken last August. If
Mr.. Thielson's findings are correct the
legislative committee must have been
a most incompetent body, or had
great faculty for white-washing.
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A Fact Worth Knowing.

Consumption, la grippe, pneumonia
and all throat and lung diseases are
cured by Shiloh's Cure. For sale by
M. 2. Donnell.
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HEPPNER, Dec. 4.-Suow has fallen
here during the past two days to the
depth of six inches. The weather was
quite cold last night, being Is degrees
above at daylight this morning.
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Meeting Of Wool Growers.

WASHINGTON, Dec. '4.-The annual
meeting ofthe, National Association of
wool growers began here today. The
principal fsature was the annual ad-
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HAVANA, Dec. 4.-General Gonzales,
insurgent, convicted of taking up arms
against the government. was shot to-
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DR.. Prices Cream Baking Powder
Woei1rs Fair Highest Award.
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The Oregon and Washington divi-
sion OF the ravelers' Protective
Association now propose exerting
their energies toward opening the
Columbia to navigation. Their plan
is to build it as private enterprise,
the funds to be raised by pnblic dona-
tion. Donations will be asked from
the different financial organizations of
Portland and also from the farmers in
the upper country. They consider
boat railway the most feasible plan.
and estimate it will cost $4,000 and
that one year Will be required to
build it.
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orders Receive Prompt Attention.
PRl ES REAsoNAPLE.

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JAMES H. BLAKENY,
EXPRESSMAN

Passengers and. Baggage taken to and from the ,o,,
train.
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Harmony Between Powers May be Bro-
g. ken
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1895-01-26
PROF. STUBS ADDRESS.

Yesterday the members Of the Leg
islature enjoyed the novelty of seeing
live, intelligent man from the Uni.
versity addressing them. He made {.
very interesting talk and showed
them facts and figures for the faith
that was in him. He asked for an ap-
preparation for the University and
made very reasonable demand. He
showed where an appropriation could
be very well expended for the good Of
the State and an increased sphere of
usefulness for the University.
In years gone by the University,
when in its teething stage of develop
ment was but an Indifferent educational
institution. Its scope was narrow, its
aims anything but high and it was
not held in favor by the citizens of
Nevada.
The advent of Professor Stubs. with
his modern ideas of education. his
fine organizing ability. and his strong
common sense, has infused new life
into the Institution, and the citizens
OF Nevada are responding heartily.
There was time when most people
who desired to give their children
good education, sent them to Califor-
mia, ignoring the home institution.
Now the best families in the State
turn to the State University with
pride, and letters of application are
coming in by the hundreds. To sup
ply the demands made by the people
OF the State on the University requires
additional room or students must be |
turned away. The appropriation
asked is but $4,000. and the State
could not place money to better ad-
vantage than here.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1895-01-26
KEPT ITS PLEDGES.

The few Republicans in the Iegisla
fure seem to be there with no othel
idea than to make faces at the Silver
party and ''place it on record"
So far the Silver party has drawn a
chalk line about these people and left
them in their enjoyment of lonliness
The Silver party squelched buncomb
resolution in the Senate introduced by
the Republicans and promptly passed
resolution that covered all the
grounds. The republicans are hard
at work trying to convey the Impress
ion that the Silver party has not
kept its platform pledges.
How much ground there is for this
lnslnuation may be seen by compar-
lson OF the planks of the party plat
form and the resolutions adopted by
the State Senate. The platform says:
I'VE demand the collection of the
Indebtedness of the Pacific railroad
companies tn the United States, as it
natures. without any extension Of
time or change Of terms or condit-
ions"
The resolution adopted by the Senate
says: a
at we demand the collection of the
Indebtedness of the Pacific railway
companies TO the United States. as il
natures. upon the same principal
that individual demands are en-
forced
Two many are painfully aware of
the principle upon which individual
demands are enforced to require ex.
PLANTATION, as it means without an ex-
tension OF time or change Of terms.
Again the Silver party platform
reads:
Demands the enforcement of the
Interstate Commerce Act everywhere.
The resolution adopted by the Senate
on this important question reads as
follows:
"And be it further resolved that |
We demand the enforcement Of the |
Interstate Commerce Act evervwhere.
so that unjust discrimination may be
prohibited.
Does not that fully cover the ground
OF t he platform and carry out its
principles to the letter? If the Inter-
state Commerce Act is enforced Ne
vada will get freights from the East
as cheap as they are carried to San
Francisco by rail.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1895-01-26

Talking about frauds in the count,
1t is the duty of the Legislature, at the
earliest possible moment. to change
the system, So that the ballots NAV be
counted hourly on election day, in
public, at some central point. The
benefit OF such a system should be OBJ
VIous to every one. 1t diminishes ex-
pense, it prevents fraud, for it deprives
the bosses Of mass Of votes to juggle
with, it prevents the waste of time
inevitable under our present system,
and 1t would insure the services of a
class OF good citizens who mot now
afford to give week to election duty
much as they may desire a fair vote
and fair COUNTS. +. report.
The ballot law OF Nevada needs some
slight amendments and it would be- a
good plan to select a committee of
practical men in both houses to make
the necessary amendments. One Of
the changes the Report speaks Of
would be good one.
II Patchen's bill passes it will be all
right, but men are asking the ques-
ton. What are you going to do with
q woman who "kisses and tells?''
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1895-01-26
CARSON OPERA HOUSE.
FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY!
Wednesday, Jan. 80, 1895.
Second Entertainment, given by the
Ladies and Gentlemen Of Carson
for the ben eiit Of the
o o o o. O O O O O O O O O O O @ O O
PIANO FUND

The settings for the First Part will be
something that has never been sur
passed in this city. Calcium Lights
Revolving Scenery, ETC., etc.
General Admission rs cents
Back of Orchestra Railing. so cents
Private Boxes .. SIS 90
Upper Boxes 90
Box sheet now open ar Frak Stein
metz's Drug Store No extra charge
for reserving
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1895-01-26

1A FREE LUNCH set day
aud night. ly1