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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-02-17

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Before the question on the adoption
OF the report was put, the mayor stated
that unless objection was raised Ed
ward Specht would be allow ed to speak
on the recommendation of the report.
MI. Specht said petitions had been
freely signed demonstrating against the
location Of the morgue as proposed.
He called attention to the fact that it
is In the heart of the city and that
the surroundings are not suitable for
its establishment there; that the pro-
perty In question has laid idle for
twelve years, is in very poor condi-
ton and detriment to the neighbor-
hood. he was ready to purchase the
property at n fair price if necessary to
prevent the proposed action In reply
to his remarks a number of the alder
men were heard. 1t was the opinion
that the charter would not permit the
property to be disposed of except at
auction, which would not be advisable,
as no price could be guaranteed. 1t
was doubtful if a morgue could be To-
Gated elsewhere as cheaply and suitab-
ly. Alderman Needham explained
that the plan was to locate the morgne
In the basement, with rear entrance,
out of sight of the surroundings. The
report was adopted by a unanimous
vote and resolution calling for plans
to reft the building to be submitted at
the next meeting was passed later In
the sessio
Mayor Rack presented his veto of
the ordinance passed February relat-
ing to vacating portion of Montgom-
erv street. One of his reasons was be-
cause faulty description of the pro-
perty is given. The veto was not sus-
tanned, the ordinance being upheld by
vote of II to |, Mr.. Prendergast siding
with the mayor.
The treasurer's report for January
showed a balance in the city funds of
$45, 1881.
Alderman Needham called attention
" liIS IdCI JIldb TIE COuUCIl WOulU at us
next meeting decide what sewers are
to be built the coming season. All
taxpayers desiring such in their locali-
ties should make their wishes known
to the board of public works
The sum Of $437 40 was appropriated
from the general fund to pay the taxes
on the waterworks plant, which had
been assessed against the Waterworks
company
The mayor read a communication
from an electric railway constructing
company inquiring as to the prospects
tor building a system here. A test
vote as to how may aldermen would
favor the granting of franchise for
| such scheme was called for, eight
members voting ave- 4 smile was
noticed on many of the aldermauic
faces when the subject was broached,
and the whole matter seemed to be
treated as joke.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-02-17
LOST.

On Tuesday evening, February 2, a
seal skin muff. Finder will be suitably
rewarded by returning to this office.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-02-17

We do money loaning, insur-
ance and real estate business.
Prompt attention given oproba ting
estates, correcting titles, and collect
ing accounts.
SKINNER & THAUER,
Lawyers and Notaries Public.
Office in Wisconsin National Bank
building.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-02-25
AN INTERN.ATIQNAL BANK

Reported Favorably From the House
 Committee On Banking and Currency.
 Washington, Feb. 24.-The house com mittee on banking and currency today, by a vote of to B. ordered favorably reported the bill introduced by MT. Hit, of Illinois, authorizing the establishment of an interna tional bank. MT. Hendricks, one of those voting to report the meas ure, is opposed to its passage, and voted for 1t simply to get it out of the commit tee. Mir. McCleary voted to report it in order to give the house an opportunity to consider it, reserving the right to op- pose 1t in the house.
 Those voting for the bill were: Messrs. Brosius. of Pennsylvania: Van Voorhees, of Ohio; Hill, of Connecticut; Cooke, of Illinois, and Walker, of Massachusetts. Against it: Messrs. Cox, of Tennessee; Stallings, of Alabama; Black, of Georgia {; Spalding, of Michigan. and Calderhead, of Kansas. sa
 A minority report will be drawn by Mir. Cox
Birmingham state herald., 1897-02-25
THE TURF.
FRISCO RESULTS.

San Francisco, Feb. A.-Weather fine, track fast; five favorites won. Results:
 First Race--Three and half furlongs, selling. Morano,. 104 (H. Martin), to 5, won; Old Jack second, Sabeoth third. Time, 0:43%.
 Second Race-Six furlongs, purse. Sir Richard, no (Piggott), 20 to l, won; Brsm- letta second, Cameha third. Time, 1:1s%.
 Third Race-Three and half furlongs. Free Lady, 105 CT. Sloan), 9 to 10, won; Aluminium second, Ongua Nita third. Time, 043%.
 Fourth Race--One mile, handicap. Fer rier, no CT. Sloan), to 5. won; Installa- = tor second, Ostler Joe third. Time, 1:42A.
 Fifth Race-Mile and quarter, over five hurdles Three Forks, 164 Hennes- sey), 1 to 2, won; Reddington second, Governor Budd third. Time, 2:20
 Sixth Race-Mile and a furlong. Form al, 104 CT Sloan), 3 to 5. won; Perseus second, Coda third. Time, 1:55A
 Seventh Race--Six furlongs, selling. Imp. Santa Bella, 102 (Sloan), to 5, won; Preston second, Logan third. Time, 1.16h.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-02-25
NATIONAL CAPITAL GOSSIP Bryan's Opinion of the Silver Re-
 publicanS' Address. BELIEVES THEY ARE RIGHT In Continuing a Separate Organization and
 That TheyWiii Prove Valuable IN THE POLITICAL CAMPAIGN OF 1900. Favorable Report on an International Bank By the House Banking and Currency
 Committee Norfolk. Va, Post
 mastership Decided.
 
BELIEVES THEY ARE RIGHT
IN THE POLITICAL CAMPAIGN OF 1900

Washington, Feb. 24.-Mr. Bryan was asked tonight: What do you think of the address issued by the silver repub- licans?"
 He replied: T believe that they are right in continuing a separate organi2a- tion as silver republicans. They were among the most effective supporters Of bimetalhsm during the campaign, and since the election they have stood un- shaken and undismayed. They do not consider themselves democrats or pop ulists, and since they cannot affiliate with the republican party while it stands for the gold standard, they have wisely decided to complete an organization and hold their forces together. In ac- cepting the nomina ton of the national silver party, stated that we did not in sist upon the silver republicans becoming democrats, but that we accepted their support with the understanding that the same patriotism which directed them in 1896 would be present to direct them in 1900 The democratic party deserved their confidence in 1896, and I hope that it will deserve their support in the next campaign. Future events must determ- inc what is wise in 1900."
Birmingham state herald., 1897-02-25
ICE MEN IN SESSION.
w. J. Rushton, of This City, Reads an Able Paper on Steam Boilers'--
 Large Accession to the Ranks.

Charleston, S. C., Feb. 24.~-The seventh annual meeting of the Southern Ice ex- change was called to order here today at 10 o'clock by President Graves. of Memphis, who made a short address, urging harmony of action. At the morn ing session pap5rs were read by w. J. Rushton, of Birmingham, on Steam Boilers" and by Dr. F. w Fredericks, of St. Louis, on Aqua Ammonia and the executive committee, through Chair man Wilczinski, rendered report.
 The affairs of the exchange w5re shown to be in splendid condition, and several recommendations on routine mat ters were made. It was urged that a committee be appointed to assist in bringing about meeting and organiza- tion of the icemen of the whole country. Twenty-one active and eighteen associat- ed members have joined the exchange sinc4 the New Orleans meeting.
 The banquet given the convention to- night was largely attended. Mayor Smyth welcomed the visitors to the city and a number of toasts were responded to- The convention will reassemble at 10 o'clock tomorrow.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-02-25
ID ADVANCE UPON ATHENS Is the Determination of the Sul-
 tan of Turkey UNLESS SHE CALCULATES Burning of the Governors Palace in Canea Creates Mystery. GONE FOREVER IS TURKEYS HOPE Of Holding Cretans as supplyers of the Chest-Greek Government Will Op-
 pose Autonomy-Turkey Said
 to Bo Weak-kneed.
GONE FOREVER IS TURKEYS HOPE

London, Feb 24-The Standard tomor- row will publish a. Constantinople dis patch saying it is reported that at the council held at the YJdiz palace yester- day, it was decided to make prepara- tions for the eventual advance upon Athens of three columns, comprising six divisions of infantry. A note to the Greek government would precede the ad- vance, demanding the evacuation of Crete within certain period and threat ening, if this demand was not complied with, the Ottoman troops would cross the frontier.
 The dispatch also says that the mints- ter of marine has pledged his word that he would have thirteen warships ready for action within a. week. Military pre- parations are being pushed with unparal- leled activity. Reports from various sources state that energetic preparations are being carried on day and night, all though many of the instructions issued are impossible of execution and an ugly feeling of unrest prevails.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-02-25
THE VENETIAN RED.

Pittsburg, Pa., Feb. 24.-The special train conveying President -elect McKint- ley and his guests from Canton to Wash ington, will be known as the Pennsyl- vania Radlroad Venetian Red all the cars composing the special being finished in that tint within and without The train will consist of one baggage car, one dindng car two Pullman sleepers. the Ardin and Delphi, for the accommodation of the inaugural committee and repre- sentatives of the press and special. Pennsylvania cars No. 505 and No. 3S. will be occupied by Major Mckinley, his family and personal friends. The train will leave Canton Monday. March |, at p. m., and is due in Pittsburg at 11:15 p. m, eastern time: i'm Altoona ait 3:05 a. m; in Harrisburg at 6:45 a. m i; in Baltimore at $40 a. m., and in Wash ington at II a. m. March g.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-02-25
OHIO STILL RISING.
Will Reach Sixty Feet, Though No Se- rious Damage Is Expected-No Casu-
 alties Reported

Cincinnati, Feb. 24.-The Ohio river is still rising at the rate of two inches an hour, which has been the rate 5or the past twelve hours. At 8 o'clock tonight 58 feet inches was the stage, Although the river is falling at Pittsbnrg, 1t will take until Friday or Saturday for the crest of the rise to pass here under the most favorable circumstances. The six 'ty-foot stage will be reached early to- morrow morning. The gymnasium grounds, the base ball park, the Lud- low lagoon and Cooney island are all more or less under water. The expen- sively constructed Gest street tunnel and bridge is being rapidly undermined and is in great danger.
 Forty families applied at one charitable institution today for relief on account of high water driving them from home.
 The suburbs of Dayton and Bellevue have been cut off from street car con- nection at Newport, and travel is now by fiatboat. The western part of New port is suffering greatly. The police re- port at o'clock that over 100 families have been driven from their homes by the water, and that the sixty-foot stage. ex- pected by morning. would reach as many more. The police force of Newport Is oc- tricts in skiffs and seeing that all desti- tutes are provided with shelter and food.
 In Covington about twenty-five fami- lies moved out. At Riverside the town hall has been opened for sufferers, but only a few have asked for its shelter. There have been some narrow escapes from drowning, but no fatalities at all.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-02-25
CECIL ON THE STAND.
Attempts to Justify Himself for the Transvaal Raid at the Expense of
 the English Government-In-
 terest in the Matter on Ii the Wane. hs-

London, Feb. 24.-The examination of Cecil Rhodes by the parliamentary com mittee appointed to inquire into the Transvaal raid, was resumed in Vest minister hall today The Prince of Wales was again present during the proceedings and Dr. Jameson, the leader of the Trans vaal raiders, made his appearance at the inquiry for the first time. The examina- ,tion of MT. Rhodes occupied the entire sitting of the committee The hall was not so well filled with spectators as at the former sittings, interest in the in- quiry being apparently on the wane. Several times during the examination Mr. Rhodes tried to justify the raid by calling attention to the fact that England is now in full sympathy with the Cretans in seeking to obtain their civil rights, whereas 1t was Britons who sought their civil rights n the Transvaal. He also reiterated the declaration he made on the firsd day of his examination that the peo- pie of Johannesburg would never cease their agitation until they had secured their popular rights. MT. Rhodes fur ther declared that President Kruger. prior to the revolutionary measures of the Johannesburgers, had promised to grant their demands, but had failed to keep his promises.
 In reply to a question by Edward Blake, MT. Rhodes said he had been told that he had let Johannesburg in for the Trans vaal trouble, but after examining the let ters and telegrams he arrived at the con clusion that it was rather Johannesburg that let him in.
 Referring to the conversation between himself and "Boddy White," Col Rhodes said: "We were discussing the Egyptian question. I said, If Great Britain decid- ed to remain, I should stop any foreign power from coming between Khartoun and Uganda
 White replied: We had no instruc- tions.
 q answered: Of course not but it is not the governments policy that you should lie on your back and eat three meals a day. You ought to ascend the Nile and make 1t impossible for the French to cross.'
 'I did not know White would apply my remark to something else. He shows how careful you ought to be in what you say"
 MT Rhodes in answer to further ques- tions said that his determination to pro- ceed to extreme measures was reached in conjunction with the leaders al Joflan- nesburg. Owing to the hopelessness of obtaining redress for the existing griev- ance it was intended to change the gov ernment.
 Answering a question regarding the Matabele war the witness said:
 Tt is fortunate for you that you have mot had to pay for it."
 The committee then adjourned until Friday.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-02-25
HURLED ID HORRIBLE DEATH Eight Out of, Nine Occupants of
 a Wagon Killed. STRUCK BY A FLYING TRAIN
They Were Thrown Hither and Thither Meet
 ing Instantaneous Deaths.
AN INfzsT WAS THE SOLE SURVIVOR
Founi. Tightly Clutched In Her Mothers ASas on the Engines Pilot-Grue-
 some Sight at the Morgue-En- gineer Not Blamed.

tyChattanooga, Tenn, Feb. 2i.-About o'clock this afternoon on the Southern railway, four miles from this city in- coming passenger train No. ', travelling at a high speed, struck a covered coun- try wagon which was trying to clear the tracks ahead of the train at Avondale crossing. The wagon was hit squarely in the center and with it's ten occupants hurled high into the air. The occupants were Mrs. w. J. Woodward her eight children and one grandchild all of whom, with one exception. were killsd.
 The dead are: Mrs. William J. Wood- ward, Mrs. Lizzie Woodward Montgom- cry, a married daughter. aged 20, two months old infant daughter. George T. Woodward, aged 23. Della Woodward, aged IS, Mary Woodward, aged 15, - Woodward, agsd 10.
 The last two fingered several hours af- ter the accident. A striking feature of the catastrophe Is that no limbs were skulls of th@ victims were crushed to fragments each body seeming to de- scribe an eclipse through the air, and falling upon its head, several at fifty to 100 feet apart from the scene.
 Lizzie Montgomery, a comedy young matron, descended on the pilot of the locomotive and still held her two-year-old sister who escaped with few scratches and was the only one saved, in her life less arms
 The unfortunates were the family of a well known farmer living near Kings Point, Tenn. They were returning home from this city in wagon of the "prairie schooner type and George Woodward the oldest son, was driving. Nearing the crossing tn. young man h=ard the dan ger signal and tried to check his team. which, however, became unmanageabls and dashed on to the track This cross ing is particularly dangerous as tress fringe the railroads almost to the cross- ing which is also partly hidden behind curve.
 Fifty yards from the place the engin- ger. Abram I4arim, reversed his lever. having given the usual danger signal but too late to do any good The ground for some distance prsssnted gory sight The bodies were gathered up after much searching and taken 10 the morgue where the nine membsrs of the sams family made grueSome spectacle.
 The infant which was horribly shocked, lay like a wax figure in it's mothers arms. Every window in the passenger coaches was broken and the engines pilot demolished. The engineer is absolved from blame for the accident.
 The father and one child remain of q family of tWely=
Birmingham state herald., 1897-02-25
WHO FIRED THE BUILDING?

Governlar's Palace at Canea Burned to
 the Ground-Groundless Charge.
 London, Feb. 24.-The Daily News to- morrow publishes a dispatch from Canea giving a description of the burning of the governors palace today. Vice-Ad- miral Canovari, of the Italian squadron, who is in command of the united naval forces in CTetan waters resided in the palace, which was guarded by strong forces of Italian sailors The energetic efforts of the British marines, who form a part of the foreign forces occupying the town, which were continued for three hours alone, saved the thickly populated districts in which the palace was locst- ed, from destruction. Detachments of sailors from the warships in the harbrr were landed and rendered valuable aid in fighting the flames.
 The fire destroyed the last vestige of t!.5 machinery of the Turkish goverr- rrfent. All of the records were consumed, as well as contracts and financial, legal nd municipal documents. During the fire a safe belonging to the Turkish gov ernor fell and burst, and quantity of gold coin was exposed. The Turkish sol 6sers tried to steal the money, but were prevented by the European officers and sailors, who fired blank cartridges at the robbers. The incident nenrly caused a riot between the Turks and the Euro psans.
 Ismael Bey accused the sailors of plum dering the palace, and an investigation was at once begun by the admiralS of the 5 foreign warships. The inquiry proved E that the charges against the sailors were entirely without foundation. While the palace was burning the Moslem rabble set fire to several houses in the town and suburbs. The Montenegrin police, who patrolled the town, extinguished these fires when it was possible, but three large houses belonging to Christian merchants were destroyed No strong efforts were made to save the three houses before mentioned, and in view of this apathy it would not be surprising if the Moslems should begin a course of wholesale de- struction of the property of absentees.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-02-25
On the senate calendar: The postofice

On the senate calendar: The postoffice appropriation bill.
 Before the senate committee on appro- priations: The fortifeation bill; the Dis sundry civil bill and the general deh- eiency bill
 IN THE HOUSE.
 The appearance of w. J. Bryan the democratic candidate for president last fall upon the floor of the house was the most noticeable event of today's session. He has the entree of the floor as an ex- member, and came into the hall at 4:30 o'clock about an hour after his arrival in the city. His appearance evoked ap- plause from many members, few of whom gave vocal expression to their pleasure. From his old seat he respond ed to the greetings of his friends and ac- quaintances his face beaming with smiles. Among those who shook his hand was Gen. Grosvenor republican, of Ohio, the most prominent republican who extended welcome to the late dem ocratic leader. Before leaving the hall MT Bryan paid his respects to Speaker Reed
 Nearly two hours were spent in the dis cussion of a resolution recommended by the committee on accounts, authorizing the preparation of digest of election cases in the Fifty third and Fifty-fourth congresses, to cost $2, 800, and to be pre- pared by the clerks of the committees on elections. Thisswas urged by the chair man of elections committee, but 1t was finally referred to the committee on printing.
 The conference report upon the bill to define the right of purchasers of the prop erty of the Atlantic and Pacific Railway company was agreed to.
 MT. Grout (rep. Vt) presented the re- port of the special committee appointed to investigate the management of the Leayenworth Soldiers Home. which was ordered printed
 A message was received from the pres ident transmitting the report of the joint commission appointed under the agree- ment of the United States and Great Britain in 1892, on the fisheries of the waters contiguous to the United States and Canada.
 The rest of the day was spent in con- sideration and disposing of business re- lating to the District of Columbia. The most important measure passed was the senate bill making the Potomac park out of the Potomac flats, land reclaimed from the water in the Potomac river.
 At 5 o'clock the house adjourned.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-02-25
WANTS A NEW TRIAL.

Atlanta, Ga, Feb. 24.-Argument was begun in the supreme court today on the Ryder case. pr. Ryder, who was con- v.Ioted of murdering Miss Emma Owens, in Talbot county, asked for new trial and a change of venue. The motion was overruled by the lower court and an ap peal was taken. The bill of exceptions is a very long one. Solicitor-GeneralP Price Gilbert and ex-Judge Martin spoke to- day for the state. Messrs. Carey Thorn ton and Dupont Guerry made arguments in Ryders behalf Attorney-General Terry, will close for the state tomorrow and J. H. Worrill, of Columbus. will con clude for Ryder.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-02-25
GONE FOREVER
Is the Possibility of Turkey Having Con-

Is the POSS1 Dll1ty or Iurhey f1dViHS SoH-
 trol of Cretan Territory.
 London, Feb 24-In the course of a speech delivered in London this evening George J. Goschen, first lord of the ad- miralty, defended the action taken by Great Britain in regard to Cretan affairs in terms similar to those used in the house of commons two days ago. MT. Goschen also repudiated the assertion which has been made that the British gov ernment was acting in the interests of Turkey. The British ships overawing the Musselmans in the seaports of Crete, he declared, had saved thousands of Chris tjans from massacre. Besides this, the British vessels were harboring refugees and supplying them with the necessities of life.
 Lord Salisbury and A. J. Balfour, MT. Goschen announced, would make clear statements in parliament tomorrow re- garding the future of the island.
 Meanwhile, he declared, no one who had read the declarations of MT Balfour, M. Hanotaux and Baron Marshall Won Bieberstein will believe it possible that Crete will ever return to the rule of Tur- key.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-02-25
THOROUGH sTUMP1NG TOUR

Of Ohio to Be Inaugurated With View
 to Having a Free Silver Senator.
 Columbus, O., Feb. 24.-Arrangements are being made for a thorough stumping tour in Ohio by William J. Bryan in the coming campaign for the election of the legislature that will choose the successor to Marcus A. Hanna, in the United States senate. MT. Bryan, if he decides to come, will work in the interest of John R. Mclean, who will be the candidate of the democrats for senator.
 The democratic leaders in Ohio believe that by hard work and good management a free silver senator can be secured here. They will rely largely upon the dissat- isfa ction which they expect to follow the appointment of MT. Hanna to the senate and appear in the republican vote next fall st