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The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
SPAIN ALMOST BANKRUPT.
A Cuban Points out...the country's Ba'
Financial Condition.

Financial Condition.
WASHINGTON, March o. Senior Que.
sada, secretary of the Cuban legation
in an interview asserts that the revolu-
tionists are gaining and the Spanish
retrogressing The latter, he says, are
becoming discouraged and adds that
the paper currency policy adopted by
General Weyler is causing even the
classes which for selfish motives pre-.
tended to sympathize with Spain to
complain. He asserted that Spain's
finances were in deplorable condition,
THE Spanish official gazette con.
tains decree of the minister of the
colonies ordering the sale of bonds of o
total value of 1890, 900 francs. These
are the last Of the colonial bonds re.
naming at Spain's disposal. The bonds
probably will bring, in round numbers,
about 100000 francs. On the same
date that they are to be sold Spain has
to pay 100000 francs interest on the
loans to which those bonds belong.
Furthermore, on the 10th Of April,
May, June and July, respectively, there
are due and Spain must take up the
promissory notes which she issued last
year on similar dates, amounting in the
aggregate TO 50,000,0 900 francs. On the
lst of July she also has to pay another
100000 francs quarterly interest on
colonial bonds. In round numbers,
Spain within the next five months will
be compelled to pay nearly 10000, 900
francs, and besides this she has to Ike p
up her army, her navy and meet e
expenses of the budget, which will u =.
doubtedly require another l50,000,C 0
francs. Counting all her resources at
her own figures, Spain will have a
deficit of $4,000, 900 francs, which will
be added to deficit already of 100000.
900 frances and her 457 ,000,0 of francs
of floating debt"
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
TO PROMOTE elMeTALLlsM.

Mckinley Will Instruct the Ambassadors
to Do What They Can.
WASHINGTON, March 10.-It is under
stood that the president will not ap-
point members of an international con-
ference commission or take any steps
toward calling q conference until after
the expiration Of the special session Of
congress. The president has in mind
o very comprehensive plan for dealing
with the whole monetary question. 1t
is understood that he will at first con-
fine negotiations with foreign govern
ments to the usual diplomatic agencies.
All the ambassadors and ministers to
foreign governments appointed by Mr..
Mckinley will be given special instruc-
lions to devote particular attention to
bringing about friendly understand
ing on the monetary question. They
are expected to assume an attitude
friendly to bimetallism and to exert
what influence they can toward induc-
ing the countries to which they are ac-
credited tc give the matter serious con-
sideration.
Senator Wolcott of Colorado Mon
day evening called at the White House
and remained nearly all the evening.
The time was devoted entirely to the
subject of bimetallism and Senator
Wolcott told the president the main
features of his trip abroad and in
formed him of the condition which he
found. 1t is understood that Mr.. Nc
Kinley was an earnest listener and that
he was much encouraged by the report
Senator Wolcott brought back.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11

a group enDr;fCInS the sIIyor popuu-
can senators, Teller of Colorado, Petit
grew of South Dakota and Canon Of
Utah, who withdrew from the st. Louis
convention, called on the president.
With them, also, was Senator Warren
Of Wyoming.
They were shown at once to the presi-
dents office and spent five or ten min
utes with Mr.. Mckinley. 1t was en-
tirely call of courtesy and no allusion
to party or politics was made. The
president showed his usual cordiality,
and !.cre was no evidence in manner
or word of the divisions resulting from
the national convention.
Following this group came another
one, comprising the entire Republican
membership of the ways and means
committee, headed by Chairman Ding
ley. They filed before the president
and were cordially greeted. This, too,
was a call of courtesy and no reference
was made to the tariff.
1t was so wet and disagreeable out
side that the president decided not to
take his usual afternoon walk yester-
day. Last night he saw several friends
by appointment for more leisurely talks
than the hurry of Office hours would
permit.
Senator Hanna's call on the president
lasted half an hour, after which Mr..
Mckinley went to the east room and
received about 800 people. 1t was
Senator Hanna's first call since the in
auguration.
Other callers included Senators Shoup
or Idaho, MAJOR Dick Of Ohio and Sem
ator Foraker of Ohio The last named
had an extended talk with the presi-
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11

ana tnere are applicants scattered All
through the country, including State
Senator Robert M. WIlds of Illinois and
Ii. l.. rockingham, assistant commits
sioner in the Harrison administration.
Ex.Congressman Ryan of Kansas
and Major William Warner of Mis-
souri, are the leading aspisants for the
first assistant secretaryship Of the in
terror.
1t can be stated that no selection has
yet been determined upon for commits
sioner of pensions. Major Theodore l..
Poole, ex-congressman from the SYRIA
cuse district in New York and the pos
SCISSOR of a splendid war record, and ex-
Representative Pickler of South Da.
kota are leading candidates. Ex-Con-
gresham Binger Herman of Oregon
is said to be a certainty for either COM
missioner of the general land office or
of Indian affairs.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
CANTON EVIDENCE.
A Line of 1t Is Worth More Than a
Column Of Foreign Testimony,

The Canton Steel Bridge Works are
situated at the eastern end of the city,
Alfred Johnson is engaged there at the
construction branch, that is, placing the
different parts in position and staying
them before they are passed on to the
riveters,
Mr.. johnson will Corroborate the state.
ment made below by the partner of his
joys and sorrows, and if any lady citizen
wishes for more minute particulars, Mrs.
Johnson can at any time be found at
their home, No. 1913 +. Third street, and
she will cheerfully supply them. The
lady says: "For two years | have had
a weakness of the kidneys and bladder;
pain was constant through my back and
ran up my spine to the neck. Rheuma.
tism located itself in my right shoulder
and arms, so bad at times that could
not use them even to cut bread. When
l arose in the morning | felt tired and
stiff in my joints, and l suffered a great
deal from headache, which ran right
through my head from the front to the
back. l doctored great deal with ply
sicians but was unable to obtain any re-
lief. Seeing Doan's Kidney Pills adver-
tised to cure such ailments, procured a
box at Durbin-Wright Co.'s drug store.
Their effect was very gratifying, l had
only taken them a short time when
noticed improvement. | can gladly re.
commend Doan's Kidney Pills to others
knowing them to be true to their claims
and worthy of trial, which will con-
vince any one Of their friends.
Doan's Kidney Pills for sale by all
dealers-price so cents per box. Mailed
by Foster-Milburn Co., Buffalo, n. Y,
sole agents for the United States.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
PREVENTED BY ~Rov 0 -Ncg.

A Bloody Encouuter Nearly Came to
Pass In Wisconsin,
CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis, March GA
snowstorm and belated passenger trains
were two circumstances that prevented
a bloody encounter between gang of
bandits and 100 or more armed deputies
in this state. A few days ago the
Omaha officials received information to
the effect that an attempt would be
made to hold up the Duluth limited
near Hawthorne.
A baggage and mail car were filled
with deputies, but the storm spoiled the
plans of the bandits and no conflict
occurred. 1t is understood that one of
the gang furnished the officials with
the entire plan which the robbers
adopted,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
A WORTHLESS CHARACTERS DEED.
He Killed His wife and Wounded Others
In a Wisconsln Town.

He Killed His wife and Wounded Others
In u Wisconsin Town.
KAUKAUNA, Wis, March 9.-As the
result of shooting affray here, one
woman lies dead and two other persons
probably mortally wounded. A worth
less character named Peter Ross did
the shooting.
Mrs. Peter Ross was instantly killed.
The wounded are: Fred Schaubel,
Appleton, Wis, shot through abdomen,
and Kittie Duprei, shot in breast, prob
ably fatally injured.
The victims had driven through
Kaukauna from Appleton, going to
the questionable resort. Ross secured a
rig and followed. Upon arrival at the
house Ross drew a revolver and fired,
instantly killing his wife, who had left
him several weeks ago. He then fired
at the other woman, the ball entering
her right breast. Schaubel interfered
and received a ball in the abdomen.
Ross surrendered to the authorities.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
LEGAL NOTICE.

Philip Snyder. whose residence is unknown, Is
notified thai Barbra Snyder did, on the third day
Of September 1895, file her petition 10 the Office OF
the Clerk of Court or Common Plees. within and
Ing the said Philip Snyder with Willful absenc co
fOr more than three years last past. and asking
that she may. be divorced from the said Philip
Snyder, and for reasonable alimony, which petit
said Court
Dated this 10th day Of December, A. d. 1896.
BARBRA SNYDER,
mllLw By II, A, PNs. her Atty
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
PITTsBURG, March 8.

CATTLE-Supply light; 80 cars on sale;
market shade higher on heavy cattle; other
grades steady. We quote the following
prices: Prime, S4SO05.tO good. $4,000
4.65; tidy, SL2O645O; good butchers, $500
4.2J; fair, S3.6O93.s0; feeders, S360940J; bulls,
stays and cows, Sl.75135l; bologna cows.
Sj.OOGl5,OO: fresh cows and springers, S2O.OOD
1000
HOGS-Recelpts light; market active and
higher. We quote prices Prime mediums,
SI.l5G42O; best Workers, S4.lU14lb;; pigs,
So sO0iOJ; heavy, S3.sJ13.90; roughs. s2.750
800.
SHEEP AND LAMBS-Supply light; mar.
ket lOc higher on natives westerns steady.
We quote as follows: Ohio fed westerns,
S4.VD4.8O; prime natives S4.4 @4.5O; good.
S4.2D443O; fair, S36OG4.O0; common, 5000
$40; Culls, S2.OO92.5O. Lambs-Choice, 500
J65.25; common to good, S4,0Od4s5; veal
calves, s6.OO46j0; heavy and thin calves,
S3.O0l4.O0.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11

Thousands suffer from Catarrh or cold
in head and have never tried the popu-
lar remedy. There is no longer anv ex-
cuse, as 10 cent trial size of Ely's
Cream Balm can he had of your drug
pist or we mail it for 10 cents. Full size
70 cents.
ELY BROS, So Warran st , N. Y. City.
A friend advised me to try Ely's
Cream and after using it six weeks be.
lieve myself cured of catarrh. 1t Is a
most valuable remedy. y.-Joseph Stewart,
624 Grand Avenue, BROOKLYN, N. Y.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11

New YORK, March 9.-Edward J.
Russell, convicted of attempting to
blackmail former Corporation Counsel
Almot F. Jenks of Brooklyn out Of
$1,000, has been sentenced to Sing Sing
prison for ten years. Russell attempted
to committed suicide. Russell said he
was convicted of blackmail in Ohio,
but pardoned by governor, now Presi-
dent Mckinley,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
A PepnsyIyanian Promoted.

WASHINGTON, March 9.-Mr. Benja.
min Franklin Peters of Harrisburg has
been appointed chief clerk of the navy
department. vice Mr.. Benjamin Micou,
resigned. Mr.. Peters was appointed to
one of the lowest clerkships in the
navy department l6 years ago by Sec
retary Hunt upon the recommendation
of Senator J. ID. Cameron.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
Very Low Rate Excursions TO the
West and south.

On MHch16, April 8 and 90, the No t.
western line will sell Home seekers ex-
cursion tickets, ith favorable time limits
10 numerous points ia the West and
South, at exceptionally low rates. For
tikets and full information apply TO
agents Chicago and Northwestern rsil-
way (m1125-As)
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
Bliss viii Make Few Changes.

WASHINGTON, March 9-Secretary of
the Interior Bliss has stated to friends
his purpose of acting on a conservative
policy and of making changes only
where necessary. The men now in Of
fee will be retained as far as possible
where competent and where consistent
with reason and the necessity Of conf.
Dental relations,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11

The Hot Springs, located In the Black
Hills Of South Dakota, have wonderful
medicinal properties for the cure OF
rheumatism, neuralgia and kindred all
ments, and should be investigated by
all suffering from such troubles. First
class hotel &C ,omm modations and baths.
Tourist tickets on sals daily and espec-
Tally low rates on the first and third
Tuesdays of each month Foll informa-
tion furnished ON application to ticket
agents O. e. N. W. Rail way.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11

81 was completely covered with sores
Every muscle in my body ached. Rai
been sick for fve years. Doctors could
do me no good. Most of my time was
spent in bed; was complete wreck.
Burdock Blood Bitters have completely
cured me In three months. " Mrs. Anne
ZoepeD, Crookstown MINI.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11

WASHINGTON, March 0. - Secretary
Sherman has signed the .extradition
papers authorizing the delivery, to the
Australian officers now in San Fran.
cisco, of Lee Weller, alias Frank But
Ter, who is wanted in Australia on a
charge of murder.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
A CANTON MAN WANTS IT.
Miller Said to lie Pretty Sure of Patents
COmnissionership.

Miller Said to iie Pretty sure OF Patents
COmmissionership.
WASHINGTON, March 10,-A large
number of candidates have entered the
field for the commissionership of pa
tents. Ex- Congressman Benjamin But
terworth of Ohio is being urged by
most of the prominent Washington
patent attorneys to fill the place which
he has occupied under previous adj
ministration. but it is not known that
he would take it. Charles A. Miller of
Canton, o., is formidable candidate
and some of his friends claim his
father, a well known Ohioan, who died
about the time of the election. was
promised the . pointment for the son.
John A. Weidersheim, Philadelphia
attorney. Is putting IN strong fight
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11

TIE speediest and most reliable rsmedy
for all arrangements of the throat and
lun Rs Is Ayers Cherry Peotorsl. This
wonderful preparation che oks coughing,
induces refreshing sleep, and affords
great Ielief even in the advanced stages
Of consumption.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11

BUFFALO, March Ex-senator Kamy
and Assemblyman Braun of Erie county
have been requested to introduce into
the state legislature bill which pro.
vides for placing under the supervision
of state officials all the newspapers pub,
lished in this state.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11

GREENWICH, Conn, March 9.-An.
drew Carnegie is not yet able to leave
his bed and may not be for long time
to come. He is improving slowly. 1t
is expected that he will remain in
Greenwich a month LONGER
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11

Ladies, Take the Best. If you are
troubled with Constipation, Ssllow Skin,
and Tired Feeling, take Karl's Clover
Tea, it is pleasant TO take. Sold by
Fred p. Shanafelt 4 Co., Il. L. 0rtt,
Market st.; Il. Q. Miller, East End.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
ANNOUNCEMENTS:

The nomination takes place SATURDAY.,
March l3, between the hours Of $3.50
and $3.50 p. m. There will be one vot-
ing place in each ward.
We are authorized to make the follow
ing announceme ents, subject to the&de-
oision of the ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
Mayor:
JAMES A. RICE.
City Solicitor:
ED. l.. SMITH.
PETER j. COLLINS.
WILLIAM j. PIERO.
For City Marshal:
AARON J. ROHN.
JOSEPH RYAN. EESs
SAMUEL BECHERER.
JAMES BATTIN.
Street Com missioner:
DAVID S. SOMMER.
JOHN W. GILBERT.
Water. Works Tustee:
NICK DICKES.
]. A. HEINGARTNER.
FRANK ALEXANDER.
For Councilman:
Ward MART J. HOGAN.
Ward 1-CHAS. K. FULTZ.
Ward III. d. ALEXANDER.
Ward 2-W. W. (JIM) FIELDING.
Ward 2.-ADAM SCHISSLER.
Ward 3--wM. (BILLY) E. STREIBER.
Ward 3-JOSHUA e. YOUTZ.
Ward "A. H. (Otto) ECKHARDT.
Ward 5-PETER MoCURDY.
Ward 5-LOHN CUMMINS.
Ward 6-B. F. FAUST.
Ward 7-GEORGE +. OhNSON.
Board of Education:
G. A. HAKE.
W. Z. YOUNG
JACOB J. BRUMBAUGH.
JOHN JACOBS.
e. f CLINE.
ROBERT A. SADDLER.
DR.. l.. d. BLANCHARD.
Assessor:
Ward JAMES LOWMAN.
Ward LEE MOFFETT.
Ward 2-FRED ALTMAN.
Ward 2-JOHN b. LIPPERT.
Ward 2-BARNEY X. HALTER.
Ward 3-JOHN S. ROHREK
Ward 3-CHARLES 4. BROWN.
Werd 3-JAMES b. MoALLLISTER
Ward 8-N. l.. HARPER.
Ward st. j. PALM,
Ward 4-JOS. QUINN (secOnd term.)
Ward 4-ERNEST DOME
Ward 6-MONROE NJ. HERBST.
Ward g. WILLIAM A. HOBERDIER.
Ward 5-JESSE A. STOFFER.
Ward 6-LEWIS KEMERY.
Ward III. Il. SMITH.
Market Master:
WILLIAM ID. MEREDITH.
HENRY FICKINGER.
WILLIAM c. HORTON.
Township Trustee:
JOSEPH ID. MILLER.
Township Treasurer;
H. AUGUST SMITH.
X. b. SELL
LOUIS n. LEY
Township Assessor:
OLIVER W. HOLL.
For Constable:
HENRY SEXAUER.
SAMUEL p. LERCH.
JOHN W. PFIRRMAN.
FRANK l.. OWESNEY.
JOHN HENNESSEY.
PHILIP SCHLEMMER.
HERMAN ]. MERIT.
JOSEPH p. WIELANDT.
PETER JEROME CLEMENS.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
Stevenson Arrives Home.

BLOOMINGTON, Ills, March 9.--Ex-
Vice President Stevenson and wife
have arrived home and were warmly
greeted by many friends. They will be
given a reception this evening.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
Failure In West virginia,

CHARLESTON, w. Va, March 9.-Je-
lenko Bros. 81 Loeb, the largest depart.
ment store in the state, wholesale and
retail, have assigned. Assets large and
liabilities $4,000.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11

Dyspepsia Cured. Shiloh's Vitalizer
Immediately relieves Sour Stomach,
Coming up OF Food Distress, and is the
great kidney and liver remedy. Sold by
Fred p. Shanafelt d Co., Il. J.. Ortt,
Market st.; f. O. Miller, East End.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
CINCINNATI, March 8.

HOGS-Market active and Sc higher at
s3.l593.S5. Receipts, 400 head; shipments,
none.
CATTLE-Market strong at S2.5OG4,75. Re
ceipts, 10 head; shipments, 800 head.
SHEEP AND LAMBS-Market for sheep
strong at S2.6O14.75. Receipts, 200 head
shipments, none. Lambs-Market strong at
S36OGl5.3j.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
Session of the senate.

WASHINGTON, March 9.-The senate
adjourned until Wednesday. Most of
the session was spent in executive ses-
sion, onlylmere routine business occu.
pying the half hour Of open session.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
NEW YORK, March 8.

WHEAT-Spot market firmer No. hard
s72sc,
CORN-Spot market inactive; No. 2, 2Sl4c.
OATS-Spot market flrmer: No. 2, 22Ao.
CATTLE-Market active higher. Native
steers, Si3jG5.l5; stays and oxen, S3.lb1i ,6Oi
bulls, f3.0J430l; dry cows, $l.s518.50.
SHEEP AND LAMBS - Market for sheep
averaged steady; lambs Iso higher. Sheep,
t3O0648); lambs, S4.7515.75.
HOGS-Market firm at 81 001hIa m.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
An Old Missionary Dead.

BELoIT, Wis, March 9-Rev. David
T. Condt, aged 80, has died here. He
was for 20 years, from 1886 to 1866, a
missionary at the Sandwich Islands.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
A Tonawanda Bank Resumes.

ToNAwANDA, N. Y. March 9.-The
German American bank, which was
closed by the banking department, has
reopened its DOORS
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11

WASHINGTON, March lO.-The state
ment of the condition of the treasury
shows: Available cash balance, $2ll,-
9S3, ,S4S; gold reserve, $3.50, 0,845,05l.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11

Several Canton people went to Lisbon
to-day TO testify before the Grand Jury
Of Colum biana county relative 10 the
Grove Chewing Gum Companys robbery.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
Pension Agent for Detroit.

WASHINGTON, March 9.-The senate
has confirmed Oscar A. James to be pen.
sion agent a. Detroit.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11
Senator Harris Better.

WASHINGTON, March 10. - Senator
Harris expects to leave the city for
Biloxi, Miss, next week. Mr.. Harris
condition ia much imnrnvad.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11

Rain, with thunderstorms east to
south winds
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11

CARSON CITY, New, March o. Mrs.
Fitzsimmons has arrived. Fitzsimmons
says he will quit wrestling and boozing
for she rest of his training Corbett
still continues his hard work.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1897-03-11

The nomination taxes place SaturdsG,
March 13, between the hours of 1880
and $3.50 p. m. There will be one vot-
ing place in each ward.
We are authorized to make the follow
ing announcements, subject to the&de-
oision of the ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-03-06
THIE VIRGINIA REACH LINE.
improvements PIanned-The Change
to Standard t;un::c.

Inc improvements planned by the
present owners Of the Norfolk Virginia
Heach and Southern road have begun.
ana II IS announced that they will be
l. The railway is now being changed to
standard gauge between Norfolk and
lis terminus. Virginia Beach It is to
be laid with heavy rails. and it is under
STOOD That connection will be made with
some OF the other systems terminating,
1T Norfolk, so that trains may be sent
through to Virginia Beach without
oD!lSlnS the passengers to change cars
at Norfolk, as is now the case. AS soon
as the track work Is completed new roll
ING stock viii be placed on the line.
The company is also planning to
change its Norfolk terminus to Eramble-
ION ward and to erect q passenger sta
ton at that point. a New York syndi-
cate, composed Of officials of the New
York Central and Hudson River rail-
road. is in control Of the road and the re-
sort at Virginia. Beach. The officers are
as follows: Alfred Sktt, IA Broad
street, New York, president; w. Fl.
White, Norfolk. vice-presdcnt; John
treasurer; II. p. Holland. Norfolk, super
intendent. Relative to the improve
lnents referred TO President Skitt, 3
Beaver street, New York. writes the
Manufa cturers' Record as follows:
we have bought from the Carnegie
| =. - i.'tiS -'too eoii'o u oo- PooiiI
steel rails to he used in changing our
line from Norfolk to Virginia Beach to
standard gauge. The work Is now in
progress, and NE hope TO complete 1t by
MaE !. New passenger equipment has
been ordered from the Jackson & Sharp
company, Wilmington, Del Our line
will be directly connected with the
Norfolk and Western railway. New
passenger and freight stations and ter
nlinal facilities are TO be erected in Nor
folk"
3y the connection with the Norfolk
and Western, trains can be run from
any portion OF this system direct to Wiz
ginia Beach, and the resort made popu-
lar with people in West Virginia and
Ohio. as we'll as virginia.