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Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03
UNJUST SENTENCES
An innocent Man and his Wife
Confined in the Penitentiary
for Fifteen Years.
FIRE BUGS AT SANTA FE
Costly Morning Blaze at Pitts
burg, Pa, and Eleven Houses
Burn at Bloomfield. Ind,
GENERAL RUN OF NEWS

MONTGOMERY, Ala, May 9.--Jsrt
Meyers and, Mary e. Meyers, his wife,
an aged white couple, were released
from the state penitentiary, to-day,
where for fifteens years they have un-
justly suffered, the result of . mothers
infamy and daughters perjury.
Meyers was ia respectable farmer flt-
teen years ago. He married widow
and her mother and her eleven year
old daughter lived with him. One day,
the girl swore out warrant charging
her father with a criminal assault. Her
testimony at the trial implicated her
mother and Meyer and his wife were
sent to the penitentiary for life.
A search was recently made and after
several months the girl was located in
southern Alabama. On examination,
she made the statement that she had
under the threats OF her grandmother,
sworn falsely at the trial of her mother
and her step-father. 1t was on her
testimony alone that the couple had
been convicted and Governor johnson
Immediately gave them pardon.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03
AN UNIQUE rnIRP.
he is at Last cornered and Captured in the
City Of London.

LONDON, England, May 3.-The
most unique thief Of The present decade,
and who for year had been hunted in
vain by his victims. has at last been
apprehended, tried, convicted and SEN
fenced to penal servitude. all within
sixty hours, an unusual record In this
couEtry. His name is James Felix,
and his method was to call at under
takers establishments. generally late
in the evening, for the purpose OF
making arrangements for the funeral OF
some mythical father, mother, wife or
other relative. When the u1dertaker's
back was temporarily turned, for the
purpose of getting samples OF satin
with which to line the casket or velvet
with which to cover it, or samples OF
the silver plate or handles, Felix would
appropriate anything in sight, from the
contents OF the cash drawer to an over
coat, and make hasty departure. In
this way he has vIctimizsd over 400
undertakers in London, or an average
Of two week for four years. On odd
nights be made incursions by rail into
the residence suburbs. where he played
the same game. Finally some OF the
latter-1ay victims put their noses to-
qether and issued reward for his
capture, which faally resulted in his
conviction and sentence.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03
HENRY COKE, Pres
II. w. KELLY, Vice Pres.
d. I. HosKIHs, Treas
Paid up capital, $50, 900,
TRINITY CHURCH.
, The Celebration ofits Bi-csntennlaI Pounding
Takes Place. Tomorrow.
I ----.ll OBVIONRBi
FRANK SPRINGER, Vicc-President.
H. r. HOgKIrJg (yaahiar

New YORK. N. Y, May l --Oi al
the churches 10 this broad land, no
one will be mora interesting spot,
tomorrow, than old Trinity, which
then commences a celebration Of the
bi-centenniaI OF its founding. The an
niversary proper falls on "Wednesday
next, but tbe celebration will cover the
entire week, and distinguished prslates
and divInes from all parts of the
country are here or en- route to partic-
ipate Ia tho event.
Both Trinity church and Trinity
chapel have been richly decorated 10
honor OF the celebration, mainly with
tapestries and hangings represe' ting
ecclesiastical history and symbo bols,
while some are of historical OF
political tone.
The celebration will commence with
morning service, Tomorrow. The
rector, Dr. Morgan Dix, will preach in
the mother church, and in each OF tn
chapels there will be uniform ssrgic, 8.
A notable feature will be the reading
Of protocol letter by tbe rector, Of
congratuIatory aud historical nature.
Tomorrow evening, the guilds OF the
entire parish will tax, possession OF
Trinity church with professional en-
trance, bearing their respective ban
ners.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

CHICAGO, ILL.,, May S.-The assem-
blage at the Baseball park, this after
noon. promises 10 be The largest IN the
history OF the national game 10 this
city. The exodus westward began -
MON. with indications that even stand
no room on the sward would be at 2
nrsmium when the game was called.
This ont pouring was due to the fact
that. to-day, is s'Anson Day." tribute
- the veteran s.Od Hoss. md Is TO
Il 70 be signalzad at = o'clock ~ the
presentation 10 hum Of a SILVER service
repre- entiag coatributions from ms ao-
mifars
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03
'ARMISTICE WANTED
The Turkish Commander Asks
Suspension of Hostilities
for a Period Of S Days.
POWERS ARE HOLDING OFF
OTHER FOREIGN MATTERS

|
ATHENS. Greece, May S.--Adyice,
receivsdI here this morning from
Pharsalia says that Edhem Pasha, com.
mander Of the Turkish forces, has sent
en officer with a lg OF truce TO the
headquarters of the Greek army In
Pharsalin, requesting an armistice oi
| dve days.
ATHENS, Greece, May 8 The min.
isters ofwar and marine left Pharsais
for Athens, after long conference
with Prince Constantine, at head
quarters Of stbff.
LONDON, England. May s.--Russia
and Germany have vetoed England q
proposition for peace conference Of
The powers to settle the war in Greece
Greece must first evacuate Crete and
beg mediation before Russia and Ger
many will consent to Intervention.
Bslated dispatches received via Mes
sens, Greece, which escaped Greek
censor, allegs that b sides gross in
competency, the most A ,grant coward
ice was displayed by Greek Off ,ers, In
cluding Grown Prince Constantine, in
the whole campaign In Thessaly.
CoNsrASTMoPLE. May 8. The
whole of Mustavas, or landsturm
(second class Of reserves) belonging to
The third army corps, stationed at
Salonica, were called out, to-day, for
active service.
The commander of the Turkish forces
at Janani. Epirus, telegraphs that the
Turks have re- captured Aldero and oc-
eupisd Luros.
There is renewed feeling In infiuen-
tial circles here that Turkey has moth.
ing to gain by further prosecution OF
the war against Greece, and the powers
might as well intervene.
CANDIDA, May 3.-The Turkish ad-
miral has offered autonomy to the Cre-
tan revolutionists, but the leaders have |
replied that they will have annexation |
to Greece, or death.
PARIS. France. May s.-Telegrams
received here from Consiantinople re-
port that the Greeks are leaving Phar-
sala and are retreating.
CANEA. Crete, May 3.-Reports here
to-day are that the Greeks are about to
bs Withdrawn f:om the island OF
Crete.
PARIS, France. May s.--The Figaro,
to-day. asserts that King George of
Greece is afflicted with heart trouble
and he must Immediately seek change
Df scene and climate.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03
MORNING BLAzEs.


PITTsBURG, Pa. May 3.--A fire broke
out early this morning which proves to
be the most disastrous fire since the con-
flagration Of 1916. At 10 o'clock the loss
foots up to $3.50, 900; insurance $2,-
5000 Two lives were lost, and ten
persons were injured. The body OF
George t. Atkinson has just been
taken from the ruins. The cause Of the
fire was spontaneous combustion In the
store of the Joseph Horn dry goods
company, which, with the Jenkins
wholesale grocery house, was entirely
consumed.
BLOOMFIELD, Indiana, May Sire
here has destroyed eleven business
houses, including the opera house; loss
$50, 900; insurance $4,000.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03
A Church Event.

NEW YORK. N. r., Msy 3.-To.
days feature 10 tho bi-centsnnial cels
bration Of Trinity church was special
service at noon, ut which Rev. Elipha.
let N. Potter, president Of Hobart COL
lege, delivered an address historical OF
the educational interests Of the parish
Elaborate preparations have been made
for ths chief exercises or the week,
which occur on Wednesday. They will
be q combination Of civic and ecclesias-
tical poinp such as has never before
been witnessed in this country.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03
A BIss sIess DueI.

CHICAGO, H., May s.-Chicago had
q genuine duel in driving rain. last
evening. w. L. King. son Of the Boz
ton lawyer, faced Colonel Jerry Rush.
of Virginia, In Lincoln PARK. Three
shots were fred, but neither OF the
parties was hit. The parties then
shook hands. The duel was the result
of quarrel in which the lie Was pass
cd. The event is the sole topic at the
clubs, to-day.
LATER-The duel 10 Lincoln park,
so far as the possibility of letting
was concerned, was q huge joke.
Blank cartridges were used, but who
furnished them Is q mystery. The
principals, however, expected to per-
forate one another with lead and they
were honest in their desire to kill.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

WASHINGTON. D. g., May 3.-The
senate remained three quarters Of an
hour IN open session, to-day, then the
doors were closed fer the further dis-
cussion OF the arbitration treaty. SEN
ator Vests resolution to investigate
floods will be taken up, tomorrow.
Senator Morgan then spoke passion
ateIy for his Cuban resolution. 1t was
warm for war. 1t was agreed that a
vote Do bb5 taken on it within the next few
days. Senator Deboe did not show up,
to-day.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03
plRa suos AT WORK.
Tho 0rocsry and Dw.iIIna ef 8. 5. Beat,
Burned BY ineendlaries at Santa Pc.
Special Telegram to The optic.

Special Telegram to The Optic.
SANTA FE. N. M. May S.-Incen-
diaries sci frs to s. s. BeAty's grocery
store and dwelling at 2 O'Clock q. m.
and the place was guttcd. This is the
second attempt since Friday night to
burn this property. Fire was started
Ia five places. including stairway and
Beatty and his son we're forced to Zee
in their night clothes. jumping from .
secoad story window. Several attempts
at robbery in various parts Of the town
were made while fire was in pro oyress.
Beaty's loss Is estimated ut $l2. 900
I'm stock. $1,000, ON furniture and
$1,000. He was insured in
The Norwich Union for 81. 900.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03
Indiana Elections.

LAPoRTE, Indiana, May g. The
elections for town offices are being held
to-day throughout Indiana. Party lines
have been sharply drawn and indica-
tions point to an almost complete revo-
luton in sentiment since the November
tidal wave and democratic legislature
in 1893 which will insure the election
Of a successor TO Senator Turpie.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

WASHINGTON, d. O., May S.-Sena.
tor Ben Tlllman, of South Carolina. ID
preparing the speech Of his life on the
tariff His opinion Is that the trua
story of the tariff has not yet been told.
AS be Is farmer, he intends to show
that the farmer will be harmed, and
not benefited, by the pending measure.
TlIlman has been working night and
day on the speech for the past week.
He refuses to state what day he will
make tho talk but 1t will be at the most
op1ortune moment.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

WASHINGTON, d. c., May 3.-Presi-
dent Mckinley has decided to appoint
Edwin M. Sickles, q SON OF General
Daniel E. Sickles, secretary of legation
at Madrid. The Cubans are exercised
over The matter. Sickles was brought
up 10 Spain and his mother is a Span
ish woman who is devoted to the
crown.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03
Let Well Enough AIone.

WASHINGTON. d. G., May . There
is quiet effort on foot to induce
President Mckinley to appoint Charles
DAVIS. of Evanston, Ills., TO some other
honorable ofii,e and when the present
term OF Comptroller EckeIJ shall have
expired, to re-appoint him, instead OF
making change. This effort Is fathersd
by prominent bankers in the country.
1t is understood that Secretary Gage is
favorably inclined to this proposition.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

CLEVELAND, Ohio, May 3.--Between
filty and sixty delegates, representing >
majority Of The states, are here to at.
tend the national convention Of the
Rssere, protective union, which will be
in session for week with closed doors
st Sloss's hall.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

DENVER, Colo, May 3.--At . meet
ing OF the Colorado lines, this morning,
the summer rate fares were adopted
practically the same as last year. Fare
from Colorado points to the Christian
Endeavor convention at San Francisco
was fixed at 500.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03
n memory q ths. psp.rted.

ST. LOUIS. Missouri, May s.-With
imposing ceremonies, two mulberry
trees were planted In the Tower Grove
park, to- day, by the Elks, in memory
Of Edwin Booth and Lawrence Barrett.
There was an enormous crowd in at
tendance.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03
An insignificant Parade.

DETROIT, Michigan, May g. The
parade OF the unemployed to-day,
which, 1t was announced, would con-
tain Is 900, proved a izzle. Three
Thousand men gathered at the city hall
this morning to march, but after q
speech by Mayor Maybury. most of
them refused to parade. Only 500
participated in the demonstration and
these soon dwindled down to nothing.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

ATLANTA, Ca, May 3.-Thirteen OF
the best known doctors in the south
were put on trial here, to-dsy, by fel-
low physicians for permitting their pic.
lures and interviews to be printed in
newspapers. A breach OF professional
etiquette is charged.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03
MachinIsts IN Convention /.

KANSAS CRY, Mo-, May 3.-The an
nual convention OF the international as.
ISOLATION Of machinists opened here.
this morning, with $50 delegates in
attendance. A number Of important
changes will be made in the examine
tioK.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

LONDON. England, May "A cab
met council was held at Windsor castle,
to-day, by special arrangement, Am.
bassador and Mrs. Hay being present.
ed to Queen Victoria by Lord Sails.
b1ry.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03
FOR SALE

600 head OF ewes TO years o,d.
300 lambs.
1000 wethers, one e-year-old.
600 QUE year-old ewes. s.r
200 goat kids.
200 goats.
To be delivered at any time desired
Wool on sheep at present. For further In .
formation inquire at this office. 141-12t
All the court house officials, this morn
ing, bought kids for good meal.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

ALBUQUERQUE. N. NJ, May 3.-The
Atlantic & Pacific railroad was sold
OF noon. to-day. at Gallup, N. NJ, to
the A.chison, Topeka 6 Santa Fs rail.
( ad for $12 100000
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

Jake Block has knocked the bottom clear
out of prices in clothing. II
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

The New Mexican base ball club has
handed us a notice, thereby challenging
the Cycle club to cross bats with them Oh
next Sunday afternoon, 1t the old fair
grounds.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

A kidney remedy that can be depended
upon will be found In PRICKLY ASH BIr.
TIERS. 1t heals and strengthens. Sold BY
Mnrphey- Van Petten Drug Co.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03
Another Testlmon .

was run down and could not eat nor
sleep. After taking the Alternative water
two weeks, could sleep and eat like a
child. have gained fourteen pounds in
five weeks.
SARAH E. TRAVIS.
EAST LAS VEGAS, N. M. At
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

Buy your paints, white lead aud oils at
Wagner g. Myers, Masonic Temple. 124 tt
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

LONDON, England. May s.-Ths
home Office yielding to the public
sentiment created by the churches and
law-abidmg slement generally Of Man.
chester. has ordered a rigid inquiry into
the scandals 10 the police department
OF that city, and partial exposure OF
which recently creaied so great sen.
sation. The scandals are said to per-
meate every branch of the force, and
include blaokmsil, levying OF tribute
for the protection OF unfortunates and
criminals and other offenses.
The trouble 10 not confined TO the
rank and file, as the chief superin-
tendent OF police, whose resignation
was forced few weeks ago, admitted
having for several years owned num-
ber OF houses which were conducted as
places Of ill-farhe with his knowledge
and consent, whilc In one or two CAGES
he not only owned the property, but
conducted through house keepers the
illegal business In question, to bis own
direct profit.
OTTER SCANDALS IN THE AIR.
LONDON, England. May 3.-The an.
nual dog-muzzIing law. which by order
of the police department. went into
effect to-day, 10 varied BY the fact that
for the first time the govern ment board
of agriculture has placed the seal Of
its approval upon one particular style
of muzzle, the adoption OF which is
made compulsory. 1t is q wire affair |
and cross between the dome OF a
bird cage aud the wire
framework of . bonnet. On the heads
Of the CANNES the effect Is so grotesque
as to need seeing TO be believed.
There are hints of scandal in the
suggestion that parties close to the
board OF agriculture have an interest 10 |
Lhe manufacture Of the officially en-.
1orsed muzzles, and 10 is believed that |
I attention Is called to the matter In
the house Of commons after the order
has been In force for week or so,
public sentiment will insure their
abolition.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

For parties, concerts and socials. rem,
Rosenthal Bros. hall. t0--st
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

yXyANTED-Young woman, resident
w Of Las Vegas to solicit for line OF
omplexion goods. Inquire No, /, Nsw
Optic block.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

La France rose bushes, three years old,
trictly outdoor flowers, ready 70 ship now.
14y-bt j. BmHL.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

Parties going to Mount
ain resorts or pic-nics, will
find it to their interest to
call at COOLEY'S, Bridge
St. for rates-Fine Livery.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

Wy Of any Kind by ro-
w liable young man. City reference
this cffice 4ts
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03
Metal Market

Metal Market.
NEW YORK, N. r., May 8 Sill.
YER, .6l, lead, S3 121S.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

lIN0R RENT "A very cosy front hall bed
IL rom. Two minutes walk from post-I
offce. Call at TIE Optic ofics for informa-
tiOu. IT
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

LrOR RKNT-Ons sunny front room $40:
IL two-room house, S.. Enquire of
owner, third house south of jackson On
South Grand avenue. 14S 3t
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY
Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets
All druggists refund the money IL 1t fails
to cure. 25c.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

yyoR RENT furnish d cottage. See Dr,
IL Olney.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

EsOR SALE..i handsome. black walnut,
H marble top bad room set. French plRte
glass in dresser. For Information call at
this ONCE. l25-tf
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

MADAME EDwARDES MOORE-Disting
IVA ished scientific palmist, at Mrs. stone
roads. Room IL. Hours to 5, and to o p.
m. l494tx
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03

yXYANIED-$2,0 900, or more. two to fve
wv years, per cent. interest, on Inn
proved city real estate, WEI rented and
East Las Vegas, N. M. l0S-tf
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-05-03
SPECIAL NOTICES.

grounds.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1897-01-05
THE GENUINE LA GRIPPE.


La Grippe" the death-dealing monster
christened. about five years ago, and who
attracted such widespread interest among
the people. and made so much business for
the doctors. has made his appearance
again. For weeks the sore throat and cold
afflicted ones have been taking unto them
selves much pride and calling their ailment
grip" The wise smiled and looked skep-
tical. but il seems the laugh has been
causeless. La grippe is really here.
A number of physicians have run across
the imported malady in their practice and
they say that much OF the present sickness
IL the real. the genuine grip DR.. 4. H.
Jameson yesterday gave his opinion as fol-
lows when questioned by a Journal re-
porter:
Yes. / have had a good many cases of
what * called grip l don't call il that
any oftener than L have to, for / am so
weary of the name. Still il is really the
grip i think the weather has had moth
changes have doubtless been responsible
for a good deal of illness. | don't think
that grip is on the increase-quite the con-
trary. There are about the same number
of cases this year as last and considerably
less of il than the year before. No one
knows where il comes from, but it's here
and no mistake.
The change i'm the weather to-day will
cause a good deal of trouble i'm the way of
colds, rheumatism. sore Threats and the
row. but the next day look out for it.
L have noticed in my practice that SICK
ness from change in the weather invariably
comes. not the day of nor the day after
the change, but two days after. Day after
tomorrow the doctors will do an increased
buSinpSS
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1897-01-05
SOME VALUABLE VIEWS.
Several Unusual Ones Received by
County commissioners

The postal cards sent out by the County
be of value TO the board in IN
whether TO cut down the courthouse yard"
are developing some peculiar facts. One
OF these men with a valuable view writes
that he don't want the commissioners to
have nothing To do with cutting down the
courthouse yard or this park business. 5"
Another says he favors cutting down the
courthouse yard. but would rather the com.
missioners would s~traighten Pogue's run. i'm
the eastern part of the city. before doing
anything to the courthouse lawn.
Most of the eplies are concise and to
the point and state the views of the writer
plainly. There * another class Who tell
all they know about everything but the
question AT hand and wine up by giving
no idea OF their Views on the question.
These are marked doubtful. I'm tabulating
the returns.
Abou; $50 replies have been received and
tabulated. OF this number those opposed
and those in favor of cutting down the
lawn are about even. while about twenty
are placed I'm the doubtful column. The
commissioners will not give out the exact
figures on the canvass of the replies. but
this statement that the people are about
evenly divided. so far as the replies have
been tabulated. is authentic.
At present the members of the Board of
Commissioners are evenly divided on the
question. Mr.. Greer ~ strongly opposed TO
II. and Mr.. McGregor says he Is just as
strongly in favor OF 10. while Mr.. Harding
does not know where he stands. He says
he Is for what the people want and will