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Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
Special to the Register.


Charleston, w. Va, August 2S.-In
all probability forcible effort will be
made TO save the life of Jerry Brown,
who is sentenced TO hang tomorrow at
Fayetteville.
The negroes OF Fayette county are
very much worked up over the Gov
ernors refusal to commute his SEN
tence, and claim that he is innocent OF
the rape. of which he was convicted.
A committee OF forty negroes were
in Fayetteville to-day and threatened
10 have four hundred there tomorrow.
Sheriff McVey has telegraphed the
Governor, asking for troops and stat
ing that their presence will be abso-
lutely necessary to enforce the law.
Judge Brazie has also telegraphed
the Governor that troops should be
held in readiness. as il is probable
there will be serious trouble.
Governor Atkinson is not In the
city. but his son and private secretary
wired in reply that II the troops were
found necessary tomorrow they would
be sent.
The company at Ansted will be or
dered out If there is any trouble.
Brown was sentenced 10 hang on
plea. Of guilty entered az the term OF
court at which the members OF the
Montgomery gang were tried Tor the
murder of Charles Gibson.
After being sentenced. Brown put
IN the claim that he was not guilty,
and that he was induced TO enter the
plea upon the representations OF his
LAWYER. whom Brown and his friends
claimed was incompetent, and who
was appointed to defend the prisoner
by the court.
Browns story, coroborated In part
al least by his friends and others IS
that he and Mrs. Radford, wldo"'
had for considerable time carried on
an unlawful and lustful laison. Az
tho time Brown was accused or rape
bv Mrs. Radford, Brown claims they
had n quarrel and the charge was mace
out Of revenge. Brown says Mrs. hau-
ford was his willing mistress unlli Sl s
demanded that he buy On ner a,lse q P@' Re did
not have the money. The demand TOT
the shoes. Brown alleges, led 70 quar-
reI in which he struck and bruised
ber Giving her the only evidence upon
which she could charge rape.
When the trial came up, Brown
attorney. Brown alleges, advised him
10 plead guilty, assuring him that
brief imprisonment would be the only
punishment inflicted, while, II he
stood trial. the womans word would
probably be taken in court. and hls
sentence would be more severe. BE
lieving his attorney, Brown says ne
pleaded guilty and was promptly SEN
fenced to hang.
Browns friends further allege that
no was the victim OF the heated pubic
opinion against the Montgomery gang
OF murderers and thieves whose esca,,
nades were Just coming TO light, ana
TO which gang Brown was alleged TO
belong.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
snecial 10 the Register.

Special to the Register.
Marietta, O., August 23.-One OF the
most singular and shocking cases OF
mental and moral degeneracy in the
annals of criminal history was brought
to light here to-day in Probate Court.
William Crago, the eleven-year-old son
of Joseph Crago, of Newport, this coun-
ty, was arraigned on the charge OF
making repeated attempts to murder
his four-year-old baby sister. He is a
bright-faced, intelligent-looking lad,
vet he stood before the Judge who in
terrogated him and upblushingly de-
clared that it was the aim of his life
to kill the baby and that he would yet
accomplish the deed. Also that he
intended to kill another Of his sisters
who is nine years old, and deaf mute.
The boy is evidently unbalanced and
has a mania for taking life. He mas
been known to catch chickens and 9TH
er fowls about the neck and choke
them until they were dead. He is one
of the boys who murdered a babe IN
TuscaraWas few years ago, and Will
be sent to the Reform Farm for safe
keeping, as it is unsafe for him to be
at large for a minute. In every re
spect except his desire to kill chill
dren, his brain appears to be normal
and we'll developed. He is Of very
restless disposition, and, becoming ex-
cited under restraint Of being detained
in court, fought the offiflcers with un-
natural desperation. 1t was finally nee
essary for a constable to take him
out in the air and keep him constantly
moving. The case mystifles both ply
sicians and authorities, and is unique
in court records
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24

AT the meeting of a joint conven-
ton of operators and miners officials
various proposals submitted as a basis
Of arbitration were discussed. The
point at issue is the rate of wages
which shall be paid pending the de-
cision Of the board Of arbitrators. NO
agreement being arrived at, and the
cOnferees desiring time to consider the
propositions submitted, the conference
adjourned until 10 o'clock tomorrow
morning"
NJ d. RatchfOrd sent the following
tonight for publication:
We have no press committee whose
duty il Is to make misrepresentation
for the other side or mould public opin-
ion favorable to the operators. Our
purpose is plain. We go before the
whole country with it. The manage
ment of our strike thus far has been
equally plain and as conservative as
it is possible for strike Of such pro-
portions to be conducted. The peace
able behavior of our miners every
where demonstrates a strong desire on
their part TO heed our advice and 10
preserve the peace under the most
trying and tempting conditions. It Is
not necessary for me to state that an
honest public opinion is with us, all
efforts to divert it in another direction
to the contrary Notwithstanding. Our
claim is Just. which no man who has
the cause of humanity at heart can
DENY. For this reason we are conh-
dent. and the rank and file Of the MN
ers more so. that we will win this
battle"
Many of the operators very mucn de-
plore the passage at arms between Col.
Rend and President Ratchford. Some
Of them were under the impression
that it would have some effect on the
result that is trying TO be reacneu'
Col. Rend left tonight for Bufalo IN
the best Of humor, saying that ne was
satisfied an agreement would be reach-
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
THE ST. LOUIS CONFERENCE,
President RatchfOrd. OF the Coal MINERS
Tells What 1t May DO and the ooIec' u
Will Seek to Attain.

Tells What IL May 10 anu 'A'
Will Seek TO Attain.
Pittsburg. Pa. August 29.-M. d.
Ratcbford. National President or Uhe
limited Mine Workers Of America, anu
Secretarv-Treasurer w. c. Pearce, Oh
the same organization, spoke encour-
agingly of the big mass meeuhS u
the heads of the various and many
labor organizations Of the country
which will be held at st. Louis next
Monday. They predicted that 1t Will
be one of the most notable ana mus
important gatherings that was ever
held in the history of the country
Tbev claim that its result will nave
q marked influence upon the industrial
situation of the United States. ASK
cd for A statement concerning the pros
meet Of the convention, PresiuenO
Ratchford said:
MANY labor, political, educational
and scientific organizations nav
Aooded our Office inColumbus with
irorirjes concerning the great gain
ertnF The majority OF them desire 20
lg,oT tbe basis of represeh
Nth q request to be permitted 10 sehu
os many delegates as possible. FROM
eyerv section of the land we have re-
ceived encouraging letters. All OF them
express approval in the adoption Oh our .,T
pIan. and am safe in saying II VIII
be one of the greatest events IN OHe
history of the country.
"We will take steps TO discontinue
the use and abuse Of the un-AmeII-
can iniunctions THAI some OF our
courts have seen fit to grant. II the
81 Touis conference does what l pe-
Iieve it will. it will bring about
General strike of all the branches or
trade in the United States. 1t VIII
hing out not only those in sympathy
with the miners altogether, but Will
also make a demand for an eight-hour
work day and a readjustment OF the
wage question.
1T has been said that it will mean
IN insurrection. I hope not. These
conditions have been thrust upon us
bv the operators and the courts. our
course has been pronounced the most
nracticable by the most conservative OF
men. The time has come wnen laOor
mrst defend labor and stand up united
w against the usurpation Of law Ior-
bidding the right of free speech ana
public meeting.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
CONFESSIONS PROMPTED BY
OFFICERS.

Constantinople. August 23.-The con.
fessious Of the two Armenians arrested
on Saturday and al whose residences
bombs were found by the police, are
said to have been prompted by the
Turkish authorities. The prisoners are
alleged 70 have confessed that they in
tended TO use the bombs at the Russian
and German embassies.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
GREAT Miners STRIKE
NAY Be ARBITRATED.
A Conference Of Operators and Miners
officials Held.
Considerable Difference Concerning
Basis of Settlement,

Operators Demand That Mlnsrs
Return TO Work at the Old Rate
ofWages While an Arbitration
Commission is at Work on the
Case-Miners Demand That the
Advance Be Paid at Once, and
It's Permanency Settled Later.
Col w. P. Rend Speaks Forci-
bly, to President Ratchford and
Leaves the Conference in a Rage.
What the st. Louis Labor Gath
ering May DO.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
rr-NfpED INTO THE LAKE

Detroit, Mich. Aug. 23.-Shortly az
ter the City Of Cleveland left Cleveland
last night for Detroit, a woman be-
lieved 10 be Mrs. Flora Anderson, Of
this city, threw herself into the lake
from the promenade deck. Boats were
lowered and the search lights used, bu:
without avail.
She is said to have quarreled with
a man on the dock at Cleveland.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
A MOST Remarkable Case.
Shocking Moral and Mental Degener-
aGy Shown By a Boy.

Determined to Kill His Little Sister
and Unhesitatingly Tells an In
terrogating Judge Of His Aim in
Life-Has Shown His Propensity
for Taking Life, in Many Ways.
Well Developed and Balanced in
All Other Respects-Once Helped
Murder a Babe-Restless and Ex-
cited Under Restraint.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
nrARRELEn ABOUT POLITICS.

Middlesboror. KY, August 23.-It is
reported here that George H. Steel,
ex-sheriff. and Sam Young, deputy
sheriff. Of Leslie county, were both
killed in a combat at Hyden yesterday.
Both men fought TO desperation and
both fell dead in the fifth round.
Young had three bullets through him
and lived two hours. Both were prom
inent. Steel was a Democratic leader
and Young a Republican leader, and
they ouarreled over politics.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
SHOOTING AT KEYSTONE.
Three Men Attempt to Rescue Prisoner
From AN Officer.

keystone, W. Va, August 2S.-Yes-
terday a shooting affray occurred be-
tween Policeman Carter Withers and
John Stewart and Sam Gossett, who
attempted TO rescue prisoners from the
officer. Withers was shot three times
through the neck, lungs and chest. Ten
shots in all were fired. Policeman
Cobbs was shot through the arm while
attempting TO arrest Gossett, who was
shot by Cobbs. All are colored and
excitement is high, with talk of lynch
ing Stewart and Gossett. Withers is
fatally wounded. Sam Barley, by
stander, was hit by stray ball, sever
ing an artery. He bled almost to death
before medical aid reached him.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
orrp TIE RIVER

The small peddling banks at Mar
tins Ferry have again resumed opera
tions notwithstanding The order Issued
by the Executive Board OF the United
Mine Workers. They will continue
working until they learn Of the de-
cision Of Ratchford upon the matter OF
peddling mines that ship no coal being
allowed to work.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
.REA HAS A NEW SCHEME.
Believes the Miners May March in the
Fairmont Region

Without Coming Into Contact
With the Court and Its Orders.
Proposes to Establish Camps at
Various Places and Have the
Campers Visit Each-Other and
Hold Reunions-By This Means
He PROPOSES to Bring the March
ing Bodies Into Position 10 DO
Effective Work.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
WILL WORK FULL TINE.

Special 20 the REGISTER.
Parkersburg. ". Va. August %
The entire carpenter force of the Ohio
River railroad shops, which has been
on half time for several months, are
now on full time. The great increase
in freight traffic on the road has neces-
STATED the united efforts of all depart
ments to keep up repairs.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
ONLY ONE CLAIM

uas Pcen Presented to the Spanish Govern
ment By the u. ). and 1t is Couched IN
Mid Language.
Madrid. August 23.-The Duke OF
Tetuan the Minister OF Foreign Al
fairs declares that the only claim
presented by the United states IN coH-
nection with Cuba is a demand LOT
the payment Of indemnity TO the famiiy
Of DR.. Ricardo Ruiz, the American cll-
izen who met his death in the jail OF
Guanabacoa under suspicious circum-
stances. and is couched in pacific Ian
guage. ,,,.,.o.
Captain General Weyler. It Is further
announced. has not resigned, but the
government will shortly consider the
results obtained By the campaign ID
Cuba
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24

Attorney Vincent, for the defense,
however, noting an exception for the
purpose of a test as to the constitu-
tionality Of the law. Court then ad-
journed until tomorrow.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
DEsPoNDENT OVER ILL HEALTH.

Davenport. Iowa, August 23.-Hon.
John G. Bills, eK-state Senator and ex-
mayor Of Davenport. aged 30 years.
one Of the most prominent lawyers in
Iowa, committed suicide By shooting
to-day. He was despondent over fall
ing health u
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
NEGROES AAY USE FORCE.
They Threaten to Prevent the Hanging
of Jerry Brown,

Which Is Scheduled TO Take Place
at Fayetteville To-Day Tn y
Declare Brown Is Not Guilty of
the Crime Of Which He Has Been
Convicted-The Governor Called
Upon to Send Troops TO Prevent
the Negroes from Carrying Out
Their Threat-Governor Not at
Home, His Secretary Promises
Military Aid
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
MINERS WILL GO TO WORK.

Special 20 the REGISTER.
Charleston. W. Va, August %
The miners at Campbells Creek Com
pany's mines to-day voted TO go back
TO work. On Lens Creek they voted TO
return to work unless the New River
men came out.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
PRINCESS KAIUL All
Going 10 Hawaii to Watch for a Chance "a
Rule the Islands.


Rule the Islands.
San Francisco, August 23.-Princea
Kaiulanl. who has Just attained hei
majority, will return 10 Hawaii 10
October. after an absence OF ten years
in England and on the continent. she
mas hopes Of being made queen oi
the present island republic II annexa-
ton fails. She is watching for a
change. When II comes she looks for
a compromise between the Republicans
and the Royalists in favor OF herself
for the chances Of her aunt, ex-Queen
Liliuokalani. being restored 20 power
are generally conceded to be very sin
in any event.
The princess will arrive In New York
about September 25, from England.
She will probably remain for snori
time in this city, visiting with the e1-
queen. who will then be residing here
temporarily. Kaiulanis father will
accompany her.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
The Weather

Mr.. C. schnepf, the Opera House
druggist, made the following observa-
ton Of the weather yesterday: q.
m, So; 9 a m, 20; II m, "; 3 D. m,
II; Up. N, 73. Weather changeable-
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
Total cast

Will H. Colvig, thirty loayes OF
bread. which be will give weekly
while the strike lasts.
s. B. Mckee, one barrel Of potatoes.
The committee feel much encouraged
at the noble response Of the public in
this, the cause Of an oppressed people.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
A BIG DAYS WORK

In the New River and Loup Greek Regions
IN spite of AgitstOrs Claims.
Special 10 the Register.
Fayetteville, W. Va, August 23.-SiI
hundred cars were loaded on New
river and Loup creek with coal to-day,
Notwithstanding reports sent out by
the agitators that all the mines are
out. This is considered a big days
work. 80.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1897-08-24
rr1r pEIIEF WORK

The following is the receipts Of the
General Committee 10 solicit aid for
the striking miners for yesterday:
Tobn T.ubic ............. s. 10
rrn11ovee ~ Yochum Coal Co.. 70 90
Pank ~ wheeling. w. va. 10 90
The employees Of John F. Mil
Ier's cigar Mandatory. ...... II %
Iodqe No. 2 ................. 10 %
80 o.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1897-12-10
Shaw.

Tuesday Dec. 2, 97.-G. M. Tayler
one of the old settlers in this vicinit!
died on December, End at his son.
home in Big Creek.
J.P. Tyler went to lola Tuesday.
DR.. Rudbeck was called to Chanutt
Sunday.
George Cunningham was up from
Erie the fore part of the week.
Born to Mr.. and Mrs. Sam Hanson
on Sunday Dec. 5th 81, girl.
Miss Florence Foster who has beer
visiting her uncle, L. A. Miller, re-
turned tu her home in Denver, Colo.
Sunday.
The following officers were elected
BY Tyler Post, No. 4S9, at its regular
meeting last Saturday:
S. P. Mitchell, P. c., S. Mahaffy
S. v, G. W. Griffin, ]. ", John G
Guss, @. NJ, Ewd Blake, Surg, J. p
Allen, Chap, G. B. Knetser, o. G.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1897-12-10

Monday Dec. 8. 97.-Charley Lyons
from Urbana was in this vicinity last
week.
Elder Ingles preached at Fair View
Sunday morning and evening. Sever
al Leanna young folks attended in the
evening.
H. A. Richardson proprietor Of the
Savonsburg Hotel, was over Sunday
F. YiSnodgrass shipped carloadOi
sheep to Kansas City last week,
Mrs. Mary E. Coulter left for Topekl
Monday where she will make her fut-
ure home with her son, ]. A. Coulter
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Booze Of the Har-
mony neIghborhood atten ded shurch
at this place Sunday.
Born;to Mr.and Mrs. Henry RoderIck
Wed, Dec, /. a boy.
We understand that Will Reeves
started for St. Louis Monday, where
he will work for his uncle.
Miss BerthaReedIls working inChan-
ute.
David Woodland died Of paralysiS.at
the home OF his son, Allen Woodard.
Sunday morning Dec. 5. Mr.. Woodard
was one OF the early settl srs, and for
Il long time the only physician OF this
vicinity.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1897-12-10
Urbana.

Tuesday Dec. T.. 97.-The melting
snow made some mud yesterday.
Comrade Unsell is very sick,
G. E. Alexander was married last
week. The young men paid him a
visit Friday night and had god
time.
Charlie Doran and Maggie Lopsman
were joined in matrimony one day
last week. May their troubles be
only ''little ones".
II. c. Dryden is digging we'll for
stock water.
John lies and G. W. Payne made a
business trip to Chanute last Saturday
w. f. Glessman, Of Shaw, was lin
town yesterday on business.
ALI Gibson was in town yesterday.
Mike Mccormick and wife were
at Unsell's Sunday.
DR.. E. B. Park dentist will bs at
the hotel in Urbana Monday, Dec.
20. to do dental work. 1918.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1897-12-10
Thayer.

Wednesday Dec. s, 97.-M. S. Elliott
m, de business trip TO Neodesha the
first of the week hunting up witnesses
in the case OF the state VS. Andrew
Benson. Set for this term Of court.
O. B. Lukens visited Erie Wednes-
day of this week.
A. G. Snover made business trip
to Chanute last Saturday.
John Sperry has been somewhat un-
der the weather for ten days past.
j. NJ. Dunsmore is attending G.,
A. r. reunion upin Osage county this
week
Mrs. Sam'l Boneser visited a couple
of days this week with her mother
Mrs. j f. Fouts.
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carlton.

Tuesday Dec. I, 97.-Albert anC
Willard Watt are both quite poorly.
Mrs, Price went to Chanute Tues
day.
There will be Xmas entertainment
at the Methodist church.
Mr.. Davidson, Of Chicago, was visit
ing with Grant Midcap this week.
G. A. Lsmm, Of Humboldt, came
home Sunday returning the same day.
Mrs. c, P. Vandervere and Miss Nc
Causland returned from Kansas City
the 3rd inst.
Some farmers still have corn to husk.
No doubt there will be corn to husk
at planting time.
Mr.. and Mrs. S. w. Cannon, Of Cha
mute, were the guests Of Mr.. and Mrs.
1. G. May Monday.
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Turkey Creek.

Monday Dec. 6, 97.-Mr. and Mrs
Dan Martin visited Sunday with Mrs
Martins parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Terri
Allie and Pearl YOunga and Lon Clat'
felter were out sleigh riding Friday. O
John Lynch was in Allen county
on business this week.
J.C. Geery Of Centerview, Mo-, was
here last week visiting his sister, Mrs.
John Hardness.
Miss Wandy Johnson, of Buffalo, was
here last week visiting her sister, Mrs.
Arthur Eagles.
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TALE OF TWO COUNTIES.
AS TOLD BY THE TINES CORRESPONDENTS IN NEOSHO
AND WILSON COUNTESS

Misses Edith Green and Frank
Hawes spent Saturday and Sunday
visiting friends in Chanute.
Geo. Higgins has been quite sick
for several days past but at this time
he is some better
The Chanute Dramatic Club have
our town billed for play next Satur-
day night at the opera house.
Sheriff, Prange was in town between
trains notifying some Of our people
that court would be In session this
week.
1t is reported that our young friend.
VIM. Elliot who has been working in
Oklahoma for two months past, will
be home this week.
A. H. Renhart has sold thu remnant
of his stock of groceries to R. D.
Arnold and will leave In few days t.
become 'knight of the grip"
The Thayer Crokinole Club visited
Galesburg in body one night this
week and witnessed the play, entitled
"Out in the Streets" by the Galesburg
local talent.
Geo. W. Gelwix has purchased the
entire stock Of furniture of J. f.
Fouets deceased, and will run a first
class furniture and undertaking estab-
lishment. His brother-in-law, Mr..
Coffman, will have charge of the busi-
ness.
Thayer Camp, No. 972, M. W. A.,
held their annual election Of of1cers
for the coming year. H. u. Lowrance,
V. c., ]. M, Dunsmore, ". A., NJ. L.
Ogg, Banker; Fred Carter, Clerk; G..
W. Smith, Conductor; E. W. SIN ith,
Watchman; David Stall, Sentry; J. H.
Murrich and J. G. Ewing managers
for one and two years respectively.
The A. o. U. w. Lodge elected the
following officers last night: R. w.
Hays, M. w., G. W. Blough, Foreman;
Thos. McNulty, Recorder; o. B. Lu-
kins, Financeer; H. Gran, Receiver;
r. L. Welch, o; S. P. Lindsay, G; B.
E. Eidrdge, 1. W; M. S. Elliot o. W;
DR.. S. H. Murphy, NJ. E; Thos. McNul-
ty, CIR. and Lodge Representative.