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Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
THE SLAUGHTER OF GOWN.
The Deposition of an Eye Witness of the Affair,
Which Will Be Forwarded TO Secre-
tary 0lney.

Key West, Fla, Aug. 4.-The following
affidavit, which will be transmitted to
Secretary of State Olney, has been made
in regard to the recent murder by the
Spaniards of Charles Gown, an American
citizen:
Before me, George w. Allen, notary
public in and for Monroe county, state of
Florida on this 21st day of August A. d.
1896. personally appeared Arthur Alvarez
Y. Valdez, to me personally unknown,
who. being duly sworn, deposes and says:
My anne is Arthur Alvarez Y. Valdez. 1
am i years of age, a native of Havana,
Cub. ana a resident of the city of Key
West. state of Florida. l am now resid-
ing at No. 965 Division street, city of Key
West. In company with several other
Cubans and Americans l arrived in Cuba
on the 9th of July, 1896, and Joined the
forces of the Cubans of General Aguirre.
Mr.. Charles Gown was one of our party,
acting as correspondent of the Equator
Democrat, a newspaper of Key West.
In a battle which we had near Jaruco
with the Spanish forces under General
Ochoa on the Sth of July, 1885, several of
the soldiers of Aguirres forces, under
command of Valencia, dispersed and we
meaning the Cubans and Americans who
landed on the 9Th of July as aforesaid),
not knowing well the place where we
were, got lost, each taking a different di-
reetion. / remained in the neighborhood
until the next day, being July 8, 1896, and
very near me were hidden two of my
companions, one being Mr.. Charles Go
vim, whom l knew personally, and knew
to be the correspondent of the Key West
newspaper.
About the time l had made UP my mind
to join them in their hiding place l heard
and saw some forces that were coming to-
wards us, and as they got very near 1.
saw Charles Gown and his companion
with a smiling face leave their hiding
place and go towards the forces / believe
Mr. Gown took the Spanish forces to be
Cubans The troops bound Mr.. Gown
and his companion with ropes, and after
some loud talking, which could not very
well understa nd, they took Mr.. Gown and
his companion aside and two of the Span
ish soldiers commenced to hack them
over the heads with machetes, while two
others fired their guns at them. l am
not positive IL the shots wounded them
or not / saw that he (Mr. Charles Go
vin) and his companion were killed. This
took place July 9. The soldiers after kill
ing them, dug grave and buried the two
men in one grave. My place of hiding
was near enough to witness the awful
deed. remained in my place of hiding
until after the Spanish forces left the
the two men of all their valuables be-
fore burying them. I noticed that the
troops were commanded by the same
George Ochoa who had given us battle
the day before. Mr.. Gown and his friend
were ordered to be hacked by the said
George Ochoa himself, he also taking the
feweirv and other Valuables."
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
"NOW Is A GOOD TIMEp
Settlement of Business Misunderstanding at
Point Of Pistol in Tuscaloosa County.
Slayer Surrenders.

Tuscaloosa, Aug. 24.-(Special)-News
reached here today of the killing of d.
s. Robertson, expostmaster at Hick-
mans, by VIII Davenport Saturday. Rob-
ertson was walking along, when Daven-
port approached him and said, Now is
as good time as any to settle that diff
Guilty" at the same time drawing pis-
toll Robertson made some reply, reach
ing for his pistol. Davenport fired, strik-
ing Robertson in his right arm They
clinched, and Davenport threw his arm
around Robertson and fred the second
time, the bullet entering his side. Rob-
ertson died yesterday.
The tragedy Is the result of some bus
mess misunderstanding. Davenport left
the country, but hearing that Robertson
was dead, surrendered. He is in jail at
this place.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
That Meeting OF the Clubs.

Washington, Aug. 24.-At the head
quarters of the national association of
democratic clubs it Is stated that there
is growing demand that the convention
at st. Louis on September 30 should cover
two days instead of one, as now arranged
for The officers of the national associa-
ton are considering the feasibility of
amending the call and making the dates
Tuesday and Wednesday, September 20
and 80, the first days session being de-
voted to temporary organization and a
report from officers, to be followed at
night by a meeting to be. addressed by
Mr.. Bryan and Mr. Sewall, both of whom
1t is positively stated, will attend the
convention. 1t has also been suggested
that after the closing of the convention
on the second day night parade be had.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
Bolting Movement in New York.

New York, Aug 24.-At conference of
the committees in charge of the organi-
"a ton of the national d mocratic party
Throughout the state, which was held to-
day for the purpose of selecting delegates
to the national democratic party conven-
tion, to be held al Syracuse on the 31st
instant, Gen. Charles Tracey of>Albany
presided. Reports were read from va
rious parts of the state.
OF the sixty counties over forty were
found to be already organized and the
remainder well progressed.
The Syracuse convention promises to
surpass in attendance the anti-snap
gathering. of four years ago, and the del
egation at the Indianapolis convention
will, 1t Is said, be the most distinguished
that has ever represented New York DEM
ocrats at ma tional convention.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
through the skin of the scalp on top of

through the skin of the scalp on top of
his head.
1t is further charged that the captain
and his mate pulled several of the sailors
on board by main force and put them in
irons.
The reports that reach here are to the
effect that Sergeant Goetz, who is in
charge of the government reservation at
Fort Morgan, ordered Captain Spicer off
the reservation and threatened to arrest
him and put him in one of the dungeons
in the fort. Stein is a German subject,
but neither the German or English con-
suls know anything of the matter Official
ly. Friends of Captain Spicer in the city
say that he admitted to them having hit
the sailor with his cane, but denied hav-
ing shot at him, claiming that he only
fired his pistol at the fleeing man to stop
him and frighten him
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
st. Louis Resulta.

ST. Louis, Aug. 24.-The bookmakers
were hit hard today. Favorites won the
first five races. The sixth was won by
an outsider Track fast; attendance
$500. Summaries:
First race, one mile-George Hart, 88
(Slaughter), 2 to l, won; Siddubia sec
ond, Charlie Mcdonald third. Time, 1:44.
Second race, five furlongs-Chenille, 1O1
(Soden), s to won; Ivory second, Rus
sella third Time, 1903.
Third race, six furlongs-Gath,1 ia Gar
ner), 9 to 5, I; Ace second, Nicholas
third. Time, -5
Fourth race, seven furlongs-Linda
9S (Garner) 8 TO s, wen; Harry Nj eGeuoll
second, Lady Britannia third. Time. 1923.
Fifth race, one mile-Topmast, 9S Gar
ner), 13 to 10, won; Forseen second, Sam
mie Young third. Time, 143h.
Sixth race, five furlongs-Lady Hamil-
ton, 101 (Warren), 8 to l, won; Juanita
second, Sugar Foot third. Time, 1903.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
THE RACES.
Newport Results.

Newport, KY, Aug. 24-Flora Ballard,
a 15 to l shot, easily defeated Toots, the
to 4 favorite, in the third race today.
Jockey T. Charles who rode the latter,
was suspended for bad Kidding. Wealth
er pleasant; track slow; attendance
light. Summaries:
First race, sux furlongs-La Gascogne,
103 (RusselD, Z to 2, won; Anna Garth
second, Mamie d. third. Time, 1:2012.
Second race, five and one-half furlongs
Red Duchess, 105 (RusselD, to 5, won;
Belle of Niles second, Spring Day third.
Time, 1;131&.
Third race, one mile-Flora Ballard,
So GReiff), Is to l, won; Toots second,
Buck Knight third. Time, 1:491a.
Fourth race, seven furlongs-Joe
Clarke, 113 Ray), to q won; Judith C.
second, Starbeam third. Time, 1:341s
Fifth race, five furlongs-L. W., 102
Perkins) 8 to l, won; Barton second,
The Princess Opal third. Time, 1:05%.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
Gathering at Chicago.

Chicago. Aug. 24-"Sound money dem
ocratic headquarters have been lively all
day with visitors, the great majority OF
whom are here as delegates to the state
convention to meet tomorrow as Battery
d. The arriving politicians all brought
cheering reports from their respective To-
calities and seemed well satisfied with
the outlook politically.
Among the more prominent visitors at
headquarters were ]. M. Eckels, comp
troller of the currency, and Ex-Congress-
man, w. S. Foreman of East st. Louis. :.
During the afternoon a delegation of
women, headed by Catherine w. McCul-
loch, called to ask the Endorsement of
DR.. Holmes Smith, candidate on the dem
ocra tic ticket for trustee of the state uni
versity The ladies were kindly received,
but deaf ear will be turned to their re-
quest.
The state executive committee held
session lasting nearly three hours, but
declined to make public anything done.
Another meeting was held in the evening,
in which leading delegates from out OF
town were given an opportunity to assist
in the mapping out of the programme
for tomorrows convention.
The evening meeting was in the nature
of a conference to consider candidates
and plan for procedure to be followed
at tomorrow's convention. There were
about 200 persons present The tempo
rary organization was settled upon as
follows:
Chairman, Ex-State Senator Lloyd of
Springfield; secretary, r. e. Spangler;
sergeant-at-arms, John s. Cooper
Senator Palmer, who is already here,
will address the convention. There are
1860 delegates entitled TO seats, of which
number the executive committee have as
surance of more than 1000 present when
the gavel falls. The demand for seats for
spectators is very large.
The report that President Cleveland
had written letter indorsing the Sound
money" movement, which was circulated
during the conference, evoked much en-
thusiasm, and the lea ders feel very much
encouraged over the outlook tonight.
Ben Gable will arrive tomorrow morn
ing.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
HON. HoKE SMITH
viii Sever His Connection With the In

Will Sever His Connection With the Inte-
rior Department Next Saturday.
Washington. Aug. 24.-Secretary Hoke
Smith will sever his connection with the
interior department on Saturday, the
29th of August
He will devote this week to clearing up
odds and ends, and finally dsposing of
such department work is has been pre-
pared under his direction and Is ready for
his signature. The department will be
in charge of Assistant Secretary Sims
pending the appointment of new secre-
tary.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
SPENT SUNDAY AT WINDSOR.
Secretary Herbert Accorded On Unusual
Privilege Date of His Sailing.

London, Aug. 24.-Hon. Hilary A. Her.
bert, United States secretary Of the navy,
passed Sunday as the guest of Hon. j. X.
Roosevelt. secretary of the United States
embassy, at the residence of the latter
in Windsor forest. Among Mr.. Roose-
velt's guests on the occasion were Lieu
tenant Commander w. s. Cowles, naval
attache to the United States embassy,
and Mrs. Cowles and Baron Whettnal,
the Belgian minister to Great Britain.
By permission Mr.. Herbert was shown
through Windsor castle, inspecting not
only the state apartment, but the re-
served roms. Mr.. Herbert's departure
for America is now fixed for September
26, when he will sail for New York ON
board the American line steamer Paris.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
Hundreds Greet Him.

Kingston, N. Y, Aug. 24.-Reaching
Rhinecliff at 1:30 Mr.. and Mrs. Bryan
were met by Charles A. Schultz, repre-
senting the Winnisook club At 2 o'clock
the party crossed the Hudson to King
ston Point on a tug and the candidate
was greeted at the landing by several
hundred people, who SO effectually barred
his progress that quite struggle en-
sued before he could reach the Ulster and
Delaware train waiting to take him to
Big Indian.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
HE'SA MAN WITHOUT A PARTY
Who Advocates the Gold Stand
ard, Says Mr.. Bryan.
NO TIME FOR TRIMMING
"We Must Make Politics a Business This
Year." He Continued.
AND IT'S THE LITTLE MANS FIGHT, TOO
Ofhand Talk by the Next President at
Kingston Point, N. "a Very
Cordial Reception-He viii
Make Speech Tonight
AND IT'S THE LITTLE MANS FIGHT, TOO

Upper Red Hook, N. Y, Aug. 24.-Mr
and Mrs. Bryan left Upper Red Hook for
Winnisook Lodge at noon today. They
will drive in a carriage as far as Rhine
Cliff, where they will cross the river and
take train for Big Indian station. They
were accompanied to Rhine Cliff by their
hosts, Mr.. and Mrs. Perrine.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
EX-GOVERNOR FRANCIS
win Be the Successor of Hoke Smith-Will
Assume the Duties of the Office
September /.

Buzzards Bay, Mass, Aug. A.-Presi-
dent Cleveland announced tonight that
David r. Francis, ex-governor of Mis-
souri,, had been appointed secretary of
the interior, vice Hoke Smith, resigned
and that he will resume the duties of his
office September l.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
NEWS OF PEARY.
He Was Off Labrador July 20 Under Sail
and Steam

st. Johns,s On. F., Aug 24.-Lieut r.
Peary passed Turnavlk island, Labrador,
July 20 in the steamer Hope. which was
under sail and steam, ninety hours from
Sydney. He reported everybody well and
prospects hopeful. The vessel met con-
siderable ice and numerous bergs along
the coast. This news came by the La bra
dor mail steamer reaching hsre~ today.
Further news Is expected by vessels re-
turning from northern Labrador within
the next fortnight.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
WILL CONTEST
Democratic Nominee for Sheriff and Popu-
list for Assessor in Calhoun.

Democratic Nominee Ior Sherlh and Popu-
list for Assessor in Calhoun.
Admission, Aug. .-(Special)-
w. Woodruff democrat, who was defeat
ed on the face of the returns from the re-
cent election by N. D. Meharg, popufte,
for sheriff by twenty votes, has filed the
papers necessary for a contest for the
office. 1t has been found that there were
gross Irregularities at three or four poll
ing places which sent up heavy Meharg
majorities, and there Is reason to believe
that thorough investigation will show
that Mr.. Woodruff was legally elected by
good safe majority.
for tax assessor by David B. Burnes,
democrat, by three votes, will also CON-
test. Both cases will be heard before
Probate Judge Crook within the next
twenty days.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
weyler's New Tactics.

Havana, Aug 24.-It is reported that
General Weyler intends to prohibit the
grinding of the coming crop of sugar
cane.
A train on the Western railway, be-
tween Artemesia and Candalaria, has
been destroyed by the rebels, who ex-
pIoded dynamite underneath the cars.
Twelve military engineers who were on
the train were badly injured.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
Haymarket Produce Bank.

Chicago, Aug. 24.-The Haymarket Pro-
duce bank made an assignment today.
900 and assets about the same. A large
majority of the customers of the bank
come from the garden truck farmers,
and their losses will be considerable An
angry crowd of farmers, who had money
deposited in the bank, gathered about the
doors of the institution soon after the as
signment was announced, but they were
kept in check by the police.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
ONE OF THE GALLANT ELEVENTH
Death at Eutaw of a Brave Soldier and Hon.
ored Citizen.

Eutaw, Aug. 24.-(Special.) .)-Capt. f.
II. Mundy, Company B, Eleventh Ala
bama regiment, C. s. A. and late adtu-
tant of Sanders Camp No. Ga. United
Confederate Veterans, Of this place, died
this morning at 0 O'Clock of cancer Of the
tongue. He was recently reelected to
the office of tax collector Of this county.
An Englishman by birth, he came to
Eutaw when a boy just previous to tho
late war, enlistlng and serving through
out the war as a Confederate soldier He
was conspicuous as a soldier In the per-
formance of every duty and in every fight
in which his regiment was engaged for
his fidelity and courage. He was very
much beloved citizen, and no man will
be more missed In this community He
was a very prominent Mason, and will
be buried here tomorrow with Masonic
honors In his death the Royal Arch Ma
sons suffer a great loss. All over this sec
ton he was known as the inimitable
principal sojourner, having conducted
hundreds over the rough and rugged road
to fhe Royal Arch.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
FIRE IN MONTGOMERY.
The Loss. Over SIS 900, Is Well Covered
bv Insurance..

Montgomery, Aug. 24.-tSpecial) )-Fire
yesterday morning destroyed the con-
tents of w. r. Robinson's grocery store
on South Court street and damaged the
stock of H. J. Morris 6 Co. in the store
adjoining to the extent of $1,000. Robin
son's loss il ga, 900, with $4,000 insurance.
The building, which belonged to Col
Tom DavidHoh. suffered $1,000 damage.
All of the parties were insured and the
damage will be repaired without delay.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
GIVES TT UP.

Professor Andree Says 1t Is Too Late for
That Balloon Ascension.
Tromsoe, Norway, Aug. H.-Professor
Andree has arrived here from. Danes
island Spirzbersen, on board the Virgo
He has abandoned for this year his idsa
of crossing the Arctic region In . balloon,
the season having become too far ad-
vanced to Justify an ascension.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25

today met the cut In southern rates
made by the York River line Saturday,
and further announced that 1t would
meet any subsequent reduction, no mat
ter how low Ii might be-
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
Makes Little Talk at Kingston Point.

Kingston, N. Y, Aug. 24.-At Kings
ton Point Mr.. Bryan said: IT don't care
to make any speech. / never see people
gathered together without wanting to
make a speech, L believe 1 represent the
best interest of the American people. l
believe in platforms-platform not to
get on, but platforms to stand on when
you get in. l believe the money question
is the paramount issue of the campaign.
l want you to study the question and
when you study remember that there are
some people who firmly believe in the
gold standard. "a voice in the crowd:
That is good.) If you believe in bimet-
allism you ought to believe in 1t to the
extent that you will vote with those who
want to bring 1t about No political par
ty has ever declared for the gold stand
ard. The man who advocates the gold
standard in this country Is a man with
out party, and the man who thinks the
gold standard Is a bad thing, but that
this nation must suffer under it until
some other nation comes to our relief,
will be man without party after this
election IL L am anything of prophet.
We must make politics a business this
year. A man who has small business is
as much interested in it as a man who has
a large business. 1t is all you have, and
you have as much right to protect your
small interests as other men have to pro-
tect their large interests. But l must
close, for il talk longer will have made
a speech" (Cheers.)
About forty people were waiting to re-
ceive Mr.. Bryan at Kingston station.
They shouted for a speech, but the cam
didate shook his head. II am going to
speak for few minutes here tomorrow,
he told them, "and therefore will not
speak any today. I'm glad to see you"
Most of the crowd took the last remark
for an invitation and pushed forward to
shake hands with the nominee. The
handshaking was lively until Ex-Assem-
blyman John d. Cummings, standing be-
hind Mr.. Bryan on the platform. followed
the announcement that the nominee
would speak at the Kingston town hall al
/ o'clock tomorrow afternoon with the
statement that Mrs. Bryan was present
at~the opposite end of the car. Then
there was a rush in Mrs. Bryans direc-
tion and until the train started she di-
Vided honors with her husband.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
AN HUNDRED Ex.DEMooRATs
Meet at Montgomery and Select Delegates
to That Convention.

to That Convention.
Montgomery Aug 24-(Special.)-,
About 100 gentlemen who had formerly
been allied with the democratic party of
this county met in the circuit court room
today and established new party.
Governor Jones called the meeting to
order and nominated Mr.. Norwood. who
was elected chairman. A committee was
appointed to select delegates to the ma
tional democratic state convention next
Thursday. and while they were out de-
liberating the meeting was regaled with
speeches from Hons. Thomas II. Clark.
Thomas G.. Jones, ]. M. Falkner Will
liam Burks and George Moore.
The committee to select delegates to
the state convention reported the follow
ing list of delegates, which was unani-
mously adopted: Il. G. Caffey, M. Mohr,
j. H. Norwood, d. b. Westcott, w. +.
Burks. Charles F.. .Moritz, w. i. Dent.
A. s. Sayre. C. A. Lanier, Thomas ii.
Clark. r. S. Sayre, Thomas @. Jones,
Thomas w. oliver, j. A. Laprade. G.
Wigglesworth, DR.. r. M. HILL e. d. Ray,
d. W. Murrell, j. w. Killem. William
John Sankey, r. H. Porter, John Under
wood e. M. Benbow, T. A. billiard, j. ID.
Dickson. j. j Johnson. George Rambo,
George #. Moore, j. B. Milligan, r. c.
Farris. A. p. Tyson, Robert Goldthwaite,
J. c. Gay, j. M. Cole and j. M. Falkner.
The following county executive COM
mittee was elected: j. H. Norwood, T. S.
Ball. +. H. Stern, I. w. Oliver C. Wig
ellsworth, Ed Roy, F. NJ. Jones, j. A.
Galloway. r. r. king, George Jones, q.
M. Benbow, w. D. Zuber, W. II. Hill, s.
M. Mitchell ard Ben Lewis
Mr.. S. b. Patton entertained the meet
ing with an amusing little anecdote, after
which he introduced resolution indors-
ing the administration of President
Cleveland. The resolution was adopted
by rising vote.
The executive committee organized by
electing w. d. Wescott chairman and
Phillip Stern secretary.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
The Progressive Farmer Says So.

Raleigh, N. c., Aug. 24.-The Progress
sive Farmer, the official organ of the ma
tional Farmers alliance, says editorally
today: Millions of populists will refuse
to support Bryan If Sewall is not taken
down. The populists have met the silver
democrats more than half way, but IL
Sewall is not taken down a presidential
candidate is certain. This feeling is in
the north and west as well as in the
SOUTH"
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
BUSINESS EMBARRAssMENTs.
Iithicum Carriage Company.

Defiance, O., Aug. 24.ZThe Lithicum
Carriage company of this city, capital
stock 100000, one of the largest carriage
manufacturers of northwestern Ohio,
failed today.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
MOEoN IN RECEIVERS HANDS.
Judge Woods Appoints William McDoel of
Chioapo In the Position

Indianapolis, Aug. 4.-William McDoel
of Chicago was appointed this afternoon
by Judge Woods receiver Of the entire
Monon system of railroads. His bonds
were placed at 100000.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
g.reasnsY cold Rssefqe.

Washing ton, Aug. 24.-The treasury
gold reserve declined today to $102. .649,-
269. The days Withdrawals at New York
were Sal, 900.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-08-25
Blye Book on venesuelan Question.

London, Aug. A.-The government will
issue another tthe third blue book on
the Venezuelan question oh Friday next.
The book will deal especially with the
Schomburgk line.