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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

learned runs-Colby. g. Two-base hits
H. Putnam, Gibbon, Loder. Three
base hits-V. Putnam. 2. Stolen bases
Colby, 3; NJ. c. l., 2. Double plays-Des-
mond, Austin and Fl. Putnam. Bases on
balls-Colby, 8: M. C. L., 5. Hit by pitched
ball-Desmond, Felker. Struck out-By
Desmond. 8: Josselyn 2; Loder, /. Passed
balls-Scannell. 1; Furbush. 3. Wild
pitches-Desmond, 1: Loder, l. Time. 2h.,
ION. Umpire, ID. T. Foster.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24
Card Of Thanks.

We take this way. publicly, to thank
all neighbors and friends who rendered
such help ard sympathy to US in our
recent bereavement. All gifts of
flowers were most gratefully appreci-
ated.
Mrs. Charles S. Douglass, mother,
brothers and sisters.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Several games OF ball were played
in Gardiner. Fast day. amctg them be-
ing one between the fourth clare, q. II.
s., and the Central Street Grammar,
the former wtnning. 10 to 4. Another
resulted: Gardiner, 10; Chelsea, 81
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Is contained in a bottle Of Hoods Sar-
saparilla than in any other similar
preparation. 1t costs the proprietor
and manufacturer more. 1t costs the
jobber more and it is worth more to
the consumer. 1t has record OF cures
unknown to any other preparation. 1t
is the best to buy because 1t IL the One
True Blood Purifier.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Not many houses in town have had
50 much sickness, this, winter, as that
OF Elijah Pray. Mr.. Pray has been
sick all winter most of the time crit
ically so. His condition now, however.
is very encouraging, and there is little
doubt of his ultimate recovery. Mrs.
Pray is row seriously sick, but is i'm
proving slowly.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

The Coed Templars gave a sociable
in their hall, Thursday evening. a
fine musical programme was given ana
warmly received. and the remainder of
the evening devoted to. playing games.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24
Putnam's irBtention to play both Tot
man and Austin in the game.

Attorney General Haines, Dr. F. c
Thaycr. EX-Maycr Meader, Hon. p. 5.
Head, Hon. NJ. c. Foster and Mr.. and
Mrs. L. T. Boothby of this city, attended
the funeral of the late Congressman
Milliken.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

The remains of the late Mrs. Har-
rio. Newell, widow of the late Robert
. Newell, were brought to this city, and
inferred in the family lot at Oak Grove
cemetery
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

conducted by Rev. Mr.. Fletcher. and
were very interesting. The hall was
very tastefully decorated with flowers.
ara the music was excellent.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

a ball game was played here. Fast
day, in the forenoon, between two
iicked-up teams. known as the Up
holsters and French Town. The game
resulted in a victory for the latter
team.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

The yearly meeting of Canton Somerset.
NO p, l. o; Q. F.. will be held, Monday
evening. The L. NJ. degree will be adj
niristered to several candidates. The Of
ticers are to be mustered in and inn
portant business relating to the annual
field day will be transacted. Members
will attend in full uniform.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Quite a number took in the shoot at
TIE Farmingdale grounds OF the Gar
diner Gun Club. Thursday. A strcng
wind was blowing. but despite this,
seine good scores were made.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Atkinson Gregg was before Judge
shaw, Friday morning. charged with
Keeping house of i'll fame. He was
adoudged guilty and will be arranged
ior sentence, this morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

1.-THE Kelley Institute Of the East"
for the cure of the liquor and NOR
phine habits Is located at North Con-
way, N. II. We have no branch Insti-
tute. mari. oSm0
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Rev. Mr.. Fillsbury came home from
the conference at Portland, Wednes-
day night.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

]. J. McCarty, Esq, of Clinton, has
been the guest of Lawyer Chapman fol
few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

The motors have been transferred to
enc of the open cars, which has been
put in first-class condition. 1t will be
put on soon
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

| The Universalist society had q sup
per and Easter sale, Thursday evening.
The supper and entertainment We're of
the usual excellence and good crowd
was in attendance
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24
FAIRFIELD.

Nathan Reynolds of Augusta, spent
Fast day at home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

The Fast eve ball Wednesday evening
in Milburn hall under the management OF
George II. Harmon was well attended.
kendalls orchestra furnished music Z
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Instantly soothing. stimulating,p palm
killing and strengthening are the Hop
Plasters when applied to bodily ALL
ments. Your medicine dealers have
them.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Charles e. Moore of South Norridge
wock, was in the city, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Mr.. and Mrs. Moses Wyman and
children have been visiting here for a
few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Rev. John Hatch, the evangelist, is
at home for a few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

+. j. Young, Esq. of Scion, was in
the city, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Looks as though Colby would not
find much difficulty in securing good
material for the bali team, this season,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

The Y. M. c. A. meeting, Sunday
at P. NJ, will be conducted by I. H.
Burhoe of Providence, r. l. All men
are cordially invited.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24
GARDINER.

Rev. and Mrs. T.. o. Thayer left for
their new home in Woodford's. yester-
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

The presentation of the Frogs of
Windham" was a success, financially
and every other way
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

The base ball team Of Skowhegan
High school went to North Anson.
Thursday, where they defeated the
Arson Academy boys, the score being
IS to 10. A supper was served to the
visitors and the S. Fl. S. boys were loud
in their praises of their hospitable
treatment
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

The Journal Will be found on saIc
at news stand Of w. ID. SpauldinE, C..
A. HeNa!ricksOn, 1903 Main St., and
COrsOM & Kidder, No. 81 Main st.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

DR.. J. F. Hill has returned from his
professional studies in New York.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

It is expected that G. A. West of Water
VILE. who Is now conductor on the Skow
hogan & Portland train, will move his
family to this place
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Mr.. C. l.. Ray. the photographer. will
again occupy his studio. May l. Mr.. Ray
has been unable to attend to his business
for several months past, owing to illness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

MothersS Mothersss ne0isEsssy
Mrs. MISSIONS SOOTHING SyRur has 80 -
over FIFTY YEARS by MILLIONS OF MVLMHS19 ~
SUCCESS. Ii SOO1HES the CHILD, SOrIEHS, n
GUMS, ALLAYS all PAIN; CURES MsnD yi1 -
and is tho best remedy for DlAkknsEA. ~ ~ ~
for .Mrs. Winsiow's Soothing Syrup" and ~
,ther kind. Twenty-Five cents bottle. oSWU
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Rev. Everett Usher will deliver a lee
ture at the Free Baptist church. Sunday
evening. Subject: Influence of the
Bible Upon Art and Literature"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

chased the handsome pair of drivers
owned by George Clough.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Totman was not taken ont of tho
game. Thursday, on account IF ,oor
p4"s'iAs' out simply to carry out Can't.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Miss Sarah Swain, who has a position
in Augusta, was in town. Thursday,
the guest of her parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
Augustus Swain
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

At meeting CT the Skowhegau
Lodge, K. of p, the degrees of Esquire
and Knight Were each conferred on
three candidates.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

The home of Mr.. and Mrs. F. E. Nc
Causland was made happy, Wednesday
right, by the arrival of a girl.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Willie c. Clark. student of the
University of Maine, Orono, visited his
parents Mr.. ana Mrs. ]. P. Clark, FRI
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Miss Vivian Small, assistant at the
Gorham High school, was the guest of
Gardiner friends, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Mrs. l.. X. Lee has gone to Skowhe-
gan, called there by the death of her
mother, Mrs. French.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24
OAKLAND.

George Bachelor Is spending a few
days with his daughter in North Arson.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Mrs. G. II. TiltOn and Miss Matte Good
rich went to Waterville, Thursday, where
they were guests of Miss Winnifred Good
rich
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Jonas Lord a former resident of this
place, has been in town, several days this
week, visiting friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Charles L. Cheney of Portland, is in
town IL few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

T. H. Border of Portland was in town.
Thursday. in search of horses and pur-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

The death of Mary Francis French
occurred, Thursday evening, at tbs
resid nee on Main street of her brother
DR.. Henry Leavitt. The immediate
cause of her death was shock. The
deceased was nearly "a years of ego
Funeral services will be held, Sunday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

HOODS PILLS are the best family
cathartic and liver medicine. Gentle
reliable. sure.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Miss Gertrude Savage has gone to Har.
rison. where she is to take charge of a
millinery establishment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Frank Vining has returned to his home
in Pittsfield after visiting friends in town
for a few DAVIS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24
FOR SALE!

Ten shares of stock in Sawyer Publish
ing Company of Watervillc; par value
500 EACH This stock will be sold at I'D
per share In lots of one or more shares. =,
This company owns and publishes the
american Nation" 'Fireside Gem" and
Home Treasury"
Apply to WILLIAMSON BURLElun'
Attorneys at Law. GranBte Bank Build
dng, Augusta. Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Quite a large number took advantage
of the Waterville excursion, Thursday
evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24
s1ArE NEWS.
LITCHEIELD PLAINS.

LITCHFIELD PLAINS. sss
Rev. John F. Hartman has tenieoax
his resignation as pagtor OF the ~
church. to take effect May -;
Although the people at the Plains n,
gret to have Mr.. Hartman leave, ~.
feel tina. he should have more rem
rerative pastorate.
WEEKS MILLS.
Tie citizens of Weeks Mills, In hotcr
CT the late Seth L. Milliken. had a.
flag On the bard stand at half mast
uI,sh after the funeral.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

E. NJ. Small of Waterville, was in town,
Thursday and Friday, the guest of his
brother. Major A. r. Small.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Mrs. Arthur Reynolds. who has been
spending several weeks with relatives In
town, has returned to her home In Water
willie
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Mrs. NJ. c. Cushing and Master Francis
are visiting relatives in Bangor few
uaVS,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Miss Mary Sawtelle, dean Of the
Woman's college at Waterville spent
Thursday with friends in town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24
9aily Yenuehse au,,rnal.
WATERVILLE.

Journal telephone number for Water.
vile is 34.2.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Mrs. Nat McQuillan has returned from
Massachusetts. where she passed four
weeks visiting relatives.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Charles A. Ross left Wednesday, for ST.
Stephens. N. b., where he will pass II
few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Ray Pierce, who attends Gray's Bust
ness College. Portland, is in town called
here by the illness of a relative.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Charles c. Whittier, student at the
University of Maine, is passing a few
days at his home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Miss Octavia Walker returned, Fri
day, from a visit of several days to
relatives in Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Stanley Marsh. who attends the Uni
verslty OF Maine at Orono, was in town,
Thursday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

The ladies of the Kindergarten Society,"
will give a calico ball in Coburn hall,
Friday evening. May Z.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24

Forrest Goodwin, Esq, attended the
funeral services at Belfast, Thursday,
of Hon. S. L. Miliken.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-24
SKOWHEGAN.

o1AO AxlO AAANs
Charles e. Cheney of Portland, is in
town IL few days.
Mrs. NJ. c. Cushing and Master Francis
are visiting relatives in Bangor few
days.
Quite a large number took advantage
of the Waterville excursion, Thursday
evening.
Charles A. Ross left Wednesday, for St.
Stephens. N. b., where he will pass II
few days.
Stanley Marsh, who attends the Uni
verslty OF Maine at Orono, was in town,
Thursday.
Charles c. Whittier a student at the
University of Maine, is passing few
days at his home.
Miss Octavia Walker returned, Fri
day, from a visit of several days to
relatives in Portland.
The ladies of the kindergarten Society,"
will give a calico ball in Coburn hall,
Friday evening, May Z.
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Forrest Goodwin, Esq. attended the
funeral services at Belfast, Thursday,
of Hon. S. L. Milliken.
Mrs. Nat McQuillan has returned from
Massachusetts, where she passed four
weeks visiting relatives.
Ray Pierce, who attends Grays Bust
ness College. Portland, is in town called
here by the illness of a relative.
Wilkie c. Clark, a student of the
University of Maine, Orono, visited his
parents, Mr.. ana Mrs. J. P. Clark, Fri
day.
Mrs. C. II. Tilton and Miss Matte Good
rich went to Waterville. Thursday, where
they were guests of Miss Winnifred Good
rich.
Miss Sarah Swain, who has a position
in Augusta, was in town. Thursday,
the guest of her parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
Augustus Swain.
At a meeting CT the Skowhegaul
Lodge, K. of p, the degrees of Esquire
and Knight We're each conferred on
three candidates.
It is expected that G. A. West of Water
Vile. who Is now conductor on the Skow
hegan Portland train will move his
family to this place.
P. Fl. Border of Portland was in town.
Thursday. in search of horses and MIR.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1897-12-21
APPROPRIATION BILLS.
They Will Be Reported as Rapid.
~ As Possible.
sUBCOMMITTEBs AT WORK.
Some Of the nlils WIN Iio Placed Bs
fore the House Immediately amer
the Holiday Recess Teller
T. opposed to nrynn.

Washington, Dec. 2O-Seycml Of tho
subcommittee on the appropriation bills
viii hold sessions during the holiday
recess Of congress and then tho full
committees viii get 20 work. The com.
mittec will go 10 work on The District
Of Columbia bill before c0ngrsss' con
yenes after the holidays and IL viii bo
three weeks before IL ran b. put in shap
for rcport The next bin the committee
viii take up Is the Notifications. and the
sundry civil bill viii b. brought up late
In February or March as now indicated.
Meantime the urgent deficiency bin will
b. taken up and put through. All thes,
viii originate with the appropriation.
committee Thoaumy bill viii rported
"a the full committee IN the hrt weea
after the racos and viii 90 % the nous
probably tho following week 10 vii
carry a large dccwas from the csti
mates. though an incraae over the las
| years appropriations. Tho agriculture
bill viii o. finished by the Subcommittee
the first week after the rco.s and wil
D. reported immediately The naya
Din b. now ponding the consideration %
/ the subcommittee The po-tuhIco ap
| prppration lill win not o. reported Of
until The middle or latter part u Janu
7 arv.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1897-12-21
uay Die, ir.m Aieahaiism.

Columbia. 81 e.. DCc go -Olel Tur.
nor, % yoau old, of the ozark Corner "
Gucyile county, a famous moonshine
section. was found dead Boz "a wagon In
Gpcuviilc The CAUSE NJ death was
officially docard to D. alcoholism. Joc
Turner started Cor hi. home with bis
two ngphew- in wagon Turner got
drunk Un che rad and Odcl alsn drank
until he went 90 sloop. Tho team On,
t,ud "a wagon yard in Grtuyillc, and
when his cousin trici o. wake Odol Oh,
boy was dead Tho body exhibited un.
misiaknhle s.gns of alcoholism, though
Joe Turner said che boy bad no, bccu d
haul dunkcr
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1897-12-21
SOUTHERN INDUSTRIES.
What l. Going ou Do southern staiei
ln Nnm LnlrrnrIars.

Ia Sew Entrrprisos'
Baltimore. Dec. g0-The past week
has boon quite prolific FOO the announce
mont OF new southern enterprises The
Manufacturers Record ~ Baltimore
cumemtcs the mot important OF .hun.
A $4,000 knitting mill, l2OO00 g1st
mill and grain elevator and large pencil
wood mill in Alabama $4,000 toio-
phone company in Arkansas; $4,000
electric light company, 5000 tmnsporia-
ton company in Florida; $4,000 hosiery
mill and 500 900 gold mining company
In Georgia 5000 coal company, s20,OO
bottling plant in Kentucky; $4,000 icc
manufacturing company and electric
light plant in Louisiana; sl35,00O cleo
trio light plant, $4,000 heating COM
nny, 5000 saddle company in Mary
land. $4,000 cotton aeod oil mill IN
Mississippi $4,000 telephone company
d0OO.smndlo knitting min company ir
North Carolina; $4,000 cold stomg'
/ plant, spice factory, electric light plan
and i0.tarpl flour mill In Tennessee
10000 mercantile company, $1,000
lumbor company, electric light plant
| $4,000 electrical supply company, 500
mercantile company and irrigation sys
tenn In Texas; 5000 Frist mill, $1,000
gold mining company, 200OO-muc
pickle factory and $4,000 rial estat
company In Virginia; $4,000 handl
company and 100000 mercantile com
| pany in West Virginia
Tho new huildings announced mclud
a 2stoy business block at Bes-omcr
Ala; $1,000 business block 40 Chatia
nooga. Tenn $4,000 courihou-e az In
dianola, Mis sij.O0O mercantile build
ing az Chattanooga, Tenn, and bus
mess block 40 Sistor.ville, W Va.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1897-12-21
SEIZURES IN CHINA.
Act Of Germany ard Russia Works
Up Great Britain,
SOME ALARM Is FELT.
The Ports scised Are Most Important
g. IuricEn Countries Iiumar out
That England q standing
Close 90 the Japanese.

London, Dee 20.-An unc0nfrmed NJ.
port is current here that a part Of Brit
ish far eastern squadron win b. stationed
az Wei llai Wei this winter II true,
this indicates that Gnat Britain Isl
working with harmony with japan.
The latter power still occupies Wei Hal
Wei pending the payment Of the Chinese
war indemnity The evening uewsu.
pen are much disturbed over the siiua.
ton. The Globe ays:
Russia and Germany now have two
most important stmtegical positions In
northern China and Great Britain,
whose commercial interest there are ON
these grounds. must b. contented with
the crumbs from ST. Petersburg and
Berlin"
The Pail Mall Gazette Ochocs The
Standards inquiry as % Americas at.
titude, and ays "Of courso the par.
tition Of the coast, which Is bound 90
come, viii not b. confined 20 Russia aud
Gcrmina Every naval state la the
world q actively concerned in the dis
turtancc u equilibrium In thu FAR east.
Great Britain. France and japan, Is.
pccially, but the United States cannot
D. taken as a quantity to h. ignQrd.
The tame aoquic-oenoe with which seiz'
ures arr made as not worthy our record
and l. fatal 90 our futurc We may rc
mark We shall not D. without symra
thizors, as the JaIanese win move JOY
fully hack and scheme 90 ro,irss th'
bitter humiliation they have suffered al
the hands OF Russia"
Adviccs received hcr from Pans shov
that France l. awaiting Gnat Britain
action II Guat Britain follows th
lead Of Russia and Germany and occu
pies a seaport France viii forthwith FOL
low suit.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1897-12-21

Bristol. Tenn, Dc 2o-At SionCga,
near Big Stone Gap, Va, Officer n. l..
Spencc of Norton shot and killei J. A.
Owens. a mine foreman, four shots tax
ing effect. Thorv was Trouble between
Owens and his wife, and the latter had
asked for protection. Officer Sponc,
was keeping watch when De hoaul th,
scrams ~ Mn. Owens When the Of
ficcr entered the house owens frod upor
him. The oficer returned the hV with
fatal effect In the melcc two oihcl
persons WVro shot, but were not danger
ously hurt. Owens had the reputation
of teiug a danger us man, and hullc
scar. ON his body told Of former conflicts