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The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23

Brought Diamonds and Jew
elry Worth Thousands
Of Dollars.
Plead Ignorance of Customs Laws
and Say They We're Concealed
for Safety.

NEW YORK, N. Y, May Erich ard
M. Scruggs, head of the Scruggs, Wander
WORT & Barney Dry Goods Companv of st.
Louis, one OF the wealthiest ry-goods
businesses in the West, was arrested yes
terday along with e. J. Langhorne, by
custom inspectors of the American line
pier. The prisoners had just arrived on
the st. Paul, and had declared that the
value of their dutlable baggage did not ex-
ceed SIS. AS Langhorne. who is asso-
ciated in business with Scruggs, was start
ing down the gangplank one of the in
spectors noticed his waistband bullying
peculiarly. He was searched and so was
his panion. On Langhorne was found
a linen belt containing iewelry, which the
Custom house officers estimated to be
worth $4,000. 1t consisted of watches and
diamonds. In Scruggs' pockets were
found more jewelry, all OF which was
seized.
After they had been searched they were
taken before United States Com missioner
Shields. They made no attempt to deny
their possession of the jewelry and waived
examination. Each was held in $500 bail.
Scruggs sand later:
"
bought these articles of jewelry to bring
home to some of my friends, that l would
not &c required to pay duty on presents.
was careful to ask this at every store. 1
had never been to Europe before and
knew nothing about such matters. The
entire value of what bought would not
exceed $14OO l was told on the steamer
by various passengers that presents We're
not dutiable. Langhorne put them into a
belt which he had worn ali through our
trip, because he thought they would be
safer than in our trunks. He carried the
funds for our trip all the time, and as we
drew our money in gold the belt was
bought to hold the money"
Scruggs is vice. president of the Inter.
national Sunday-school Union. is some
what over 70 years of age and well known
for his charity.
ST. LOUIS, Mo-, May 22.-The news of
Scruggs' arrest created tae utmost sur
prise in commercial. social and religious
circles. in which Scruggs has for fifty years
enjoyed the greatest respect. Scruggs is a
multi Millionaire and has been identified
with every movement that contributed to
St. Louis greatness as a municipality.
He is noted for his devotion to religious
and benevolent work. He is one of the
pillars OF the Southern Methodist Church,
a director of the St. Louis Exposition and
a director of the State Bank of st. Louis,
one OF the strongest financial institutions
in Missouri.
Charles E. Barney. vice-president OF the
Scruggs. Vandervoort & Barney Dry Goods
Company, was SO shocked when the teIe-
gram was shown him that he could hardly
speak. He denounced the arrest as an
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
UNIQUE fEREMoNIAL.
Ashes of a Former ST. Lostis Citizen
Be Scattered to tho Wtnds.

Ashes of a Former ST. Lostis Citizen to
Be Scattered to tho Wtnds.
ST. LOUIS, Mo-, May PA unique
ceremonial will take place tomorrow on
the Eads bridge in pursuance of instruc-
tons left by the late Richard Rosen just
prior to his death in Decem Der last.
His dying wish was that his body should
be cremated and the ashes scattered to the
winds from the central point OF the bridge.
His son, Richard o. Rosen, of Decatur,
ILL.,, has carried out the former part of his
late fathers wishes. and to- morrow will dis
pose OF the ashes of the deceased in the
manner indicated. The date selected is
the birthday anniversary of deceased, who
for many years was a prominent resident
of tn is city.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23

Attempts Made to Blow I'm
the Residence of Levi
Waller.
Poison and Diph.heria Germs Also
Employed In Vain to Remove
Troublesome Litigant.

BLOOMSBURY, Pa, May 22,-Not
since the trial and conviction here in 1887
of Hester, Tully and McHugh, Molly
Maguires, for the murder of Alexander
Rea has there been case that attracted
so much attention as that against Lloyd
s. Wintersteen, prominent attorney, and
Clifton Knorr. son of a leading lawyer and
citizen now deceased, which will come up
for trial next Tuesday. They are accused
of attem pting to blow UP ex-Representa-
tive Levi Walters residence with dyna-
mite on the night of September 10 last.
After Knorr's arrest at Reading on
Christmas day he turned States evidence
and created a profound sensation by alIeg-
ing that Wintersteen, who is a we'll
known member of the Column bia County
bar and president of one and director of
two or three other local industrial con-
Germs, was the prime mover in an attempt
upon the lives of Mr.. and Mrs. Waller
and the latter's parents, Hon. and Mrs
Charles R. Buckalew, who formed part OF
the Waller household. Knorr said that
Wintersteen offered him $1,000 to place
dynamite beneath the porch and blow up
the house. On this confession he and
Wintersteen were indicted February 2 by
the Grand Jury under seven separate bills,
charging them with several forms of at
tenn pts to kill. The case was continued
until the May term, bail in $1,000 being
required of each.
At that time Knorr made another state
ment, charging that while acting under
the directions of Wintersteen he not only
put an explosive under Walters porch,
but had previously sought to shoot Waller
with revolver. More sensational than
this, however, were Knorr's self-confessed
attempts to put his own stepmother out
of the way by the introd uction of poison
in her tea and by placing diphtheria
germs among her clothing. The wit
nesses W ho will be produced in support of
the latter charge are Mrs. Mary Knorr,
the intended victim, and Nora Boharter,
girl employed as a domestic by Mrs.
Knorr. Two attempts were made to poi
son the woman, and both failing, plot
was concocted to secure diphtheria ba-
cilIi for the purpose. This also failed.
The commonwealth attorneys know
where the poison was purchased, have the
revolver, know where the diphtheria
germs were purchased. and possess letters
sent to Knorr by Wintersteen during the
time the former alleges they were working
their N urderous scheme.
The motive alleged for w1nterstvzn's
desire to get rid OF Mrs. Knorr or Waller
was TO end a suit in equity filed by Mrs.
Knorr, charging Wintersteen with mis-
management in the settlement of Colonel
Knorr's estate. The colonel, who died in
1889. had been Wintersteen's law partner,
and Wintersteen was made executor. 1t
is expected there will be big legal battle
when the case is called for trial. No less
than $50 witnesses have been subpenaed.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
Const Postal and Pension Notes,

WASHINGTON. D. G., May 22.-The
postofice at Dobson, Tehama County,
CAL, has been discontinued. Mail should
hereafter be addressed to Blossom.
Pensions have been granted as follows
California: Original-John T. Miller,
Los Angeles; Samuel Buerks, Soldiers
Home, Santa Monica. Additional-Har-
vey L. Smith, San Francisco. Restoration
and Authorization Critics, Santa Ana.
Original widows, etc.-Sarah j. Wilcox,
jacksonville; Ann c. Critics, Santa Ana.
Oregon: Original widows, etc.-Elma A.
Cottle, Eugene.
Washington: Supplemental = Jonathan
r. Mast rson. Spokane. worcestershire
Lake, Lakeview. Original widows, ETC.
Harriet Sexton. Tacoma.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23

regiment OF yeomanry and two companies
OF the local volunteers, her Majesty was
driven to the new town hall. Here. With
out leaving her carriage, she received
loyal addresses of greeting from the cor
poration, the Cutters Company and the
Town Trustees. A keyboard was then
placed in her Maiesty's lap. wire leading
from the doors OF the town hall attached
thereto. and with a press of her thum
upon the electric button the big doors
opened inwardIy on their hinges, while
cannon doomed and the immense crowo
cheered itself hoarse.
Although frequent occurrence in the
United States, this was the first time that
the Queen had brought electricity to her
AID In performing public function, and
the aged sovereign manifested great inter-
est III what she appeared to regard as re-
markable feat.
After declaring the town hall dedicated,
her Majesty was driven by circultous
route to Norfolk Park. where $4,000 chill
dren were gathered and sang the national
anthem upon her approach. Here she
was formally welcomed by the Duke OF
Norfolk, who this year is Mayor OF Shelf
field.
From the park the procession passed
over the other main thorouyhfares to the
works of Charles Campbell q Co., where
she witnessed from her carriage-the
horses having first been detached-the
rolling of an armor plate and other pro-
cesses.
Meanwhile the royal train had been
shunted to special platform outside OF
the mill and at o'clock. her visit having
lasted two hours, the journey north TO
Balmoral was resumed.
1t is estimated that between 5OO,0 600 and
$4,000 people were on the streets, and the
most intense enthusiasm was manifested
wherever the Queen made her appear
ance. Earlier IN the day and again this
evening $4,000 children were entertained
by the Duke of Norfolk, who also dis.
reDsed hospitality to several thousand
poor and aged people,
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
SING 4 soAe OF p1o1oRY.

Hitd Demonstration at a BAPTIST Gath
rrin0 In Piftsbwrg.
PITTSBURG, Pa, May 22.-Tne first
anniversary of the Baptist Commission
for sympathetic benefcence began this
morning. The commission has charge of
raising $3.50, 900 necessary to accept the
offer of like sum made by John D. Rookie
felier to cancel the debt now burdening
the missionary societies of the church
Chairman Barbour announced amid the
widest demonstration of delight that the
commission had found over $500, 600, and
that no doubt the other $50, goo would be
forthcoming. The delegates sang song
of victory.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
CATHOLIC TEMPERANCE Work.
Its Increasing Strength and Popularit
d.. g.

Its Increasing Strength and Popularity
in Illinois.
STERLING, ILL, May 22.-The increas-
ing strength and popularity OF the tenn
perance movement among the members OF
the Catholic church was weIl-atfested to-
day by the unusually large number OF
delegates and visitors 10 the annual con-
vention of the Catholic Total Abstinence
Union of Illinois, which will be inaugur-
ateo Tomorrow.
Special trains have been chartered for
the accommodation Of the visitors, par
Iicular.y those who will spend Sunday
only at the convention. The gathering
will remain in session three days. Plans
will be fortnula for vigorous revival
OF temperance work at the various sum-
mer meetings Of the different Catholic or.
CARNATIONS,
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
RECEIYES Il SILVER SERVICE.
Gift of the City of Churches to the Cruiser
BrOOEfuH


BROOKLYN, N. Y, May 22.-The new
armored cruiser Brooklyn was this after
noon the recipient of silver service, the
gift of the people of the City OF Churches.
who thus testify their appreciation OF the
honor of being represented on the high
seas by an American warship.
The ceremonies attendant upon the
presentation took place in the main cabin
of the Brooklyn. the United States being
represented by the captain and officers of
the cruiser and the city OF Brooklyn by
the Mayor, Aldermen and high officials.
The Brooklyn, which is considered one
OF the most efficient of recent additions to
the navy. will PROBABLY remain at this
port until she sails for England to repre-
sent the United States at the Queens
jubilee celebration. Although no orders
have been received relating to her trip
broad, her officers state that she is read Y
to sail at a moments notice.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
INTREPID PRINCE LOUIS.

Satts for This Country to Scale Mount
st. Elias Summit.
NEW YORK, N. Y, May 22-Prince
Louis of Savoy sailed from Southampton
to-day and will arrive in this city on the
18th, en- route to Alaska, it being the pur.
pose of the royal visitor to scale the pre-
cipitous sides of Mount st. Elias and
achieve the honor OF being the first man
to set foot on its summit. full supply
OF provisions, arms and camp equipment
awaits the Prince at San Francisco. The
mountain is $4,000 feet high. The party
will include four Alpine guides.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23

PITTsBURG, Pa. May 22.-Italian Ia
borers brought to Homestead to work on
a street railroad at IS cents day were
stoned from the huts where they lived in
MunhnlI by 200 American laborers early
this morning and their houses fired. The
Americans are without work and indig-
nant that Italians should be allowed to
usurp their places because they work for
less than 81 % daY
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
Indians Women Get a setback.

INDIANAPOLIS. IND, May 22.-The
Supreme Court has finally overruled Helen
Cougars famous suit to secure for women
the right to vots in Indiana. The case
was one that attracted much attention
among the progressive women of the
United States, and the result, although
not unexpected, is yet something OF dis
appointment to them
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
pICroRIA PRESSED THE BUTTON.
Ind THIN FolIotUed the Great CeseOra-
tion at Sheffield.


LONDON, ENG, May 22.-Queen Vic
toria's brief visit to Sheffield this after
noon was made the occasion of great
demonstration OF loyalty and affection for
the venerable sovereign.
Business was entirely suspended
throughout the day, and through the
judicious expenditure of $4,000 appro-
priated by the municipal authorities and
subscribed by the citizens. the smoky
town was for the time transformed into
| fairyland.
Triumphal flower arches SPAWNED a
score OF streets, and the fronts of busine SIS
and residence structures were almost
hidden from view by artistic floral de-
| signs or bunting. Her Majesty and suite
| left Windsor on the new royal train this
morning and reached the Midland rail.
| way station shortly after o'clock
Escorted By detachment of regulars, 8
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
Leu Wallace for the Senate.

LAPORTE, IND, May 22.-It is authori-
tatively stated that General Lew Wallace
will be candidate for the United States
Senate in 1898. to succeed Turpie. Hon.
w. r. McKeon, who was Senator Fair
banks most formidable opponent, has in
dorsed the Wallace movement, in return
for which he will be made candidate for
Governor in 1900.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
3etWan RetainS His Portfolio.

MADRID, SPAIN, May 22.-The Duke o:
Tetuan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, has
Withdrawn his resignation. which he
rendered yesterday after the alteration
in the lobby of Parliament with Comas.
The withdrawal is due to the fact that
Canovas desires b imp to remain at his post
while important International questions
demand immediate attention.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
ON THE DIAMOND.
Scores of Yesterdays Games IN the Ma
honui League and the Standing
of the Clubs,

CLEVELAND. OHIO, May 22.-Cleveland 4.
New York 8. Second game-Cieveland 2, New
York IL.
PITTSBURG, Pa, May %. - Pittsburg 2,
Philadelphia l.
CINCINNATI, OHIO, May 22.-Ciucinn att IL,
Baltimore 10.
LOUISVILLE, KY, May 22.-Louisville IL,
BROOKLYN 3.
CHICAGO. ILL. May 22.-Chicago 8, WASH
ington /
ST. LOUIS, Mo-, May 22.-st Louis 4, Boston
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
One Minute In jail.

LITTLE ROCK. ARK, May 22.-In the
Circuit Court to-day State Senator Nc
Mullin, who recently attempted to muir
der Colonel j. N. Snithe, on account Of
articles published in TIE Gazette, of which
Smithe is the editor, entered plea OF
guilty of an aggravated assault. McMul-
lin was sentenced to pay fine of 500 and
serve one minute in Jail.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23

showing alivelv appreciation of American
affairs, and at Washington MAZE arrange
ments for the renewal of the postal treaty
between this country and New Zealand.
He expressed deep regret at the action OF
the Senate upon the arbitration treaty.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
CANADIAN kaILRoAD AFFAIRS.
The Gorern nse,.t Decides on a Through
Line to THIS Coast.

Line to THIS Coast.
OTTAWA, CANADA, May Pit is an
nounced that the Dominion Government
has definitely declined to grant bonus to
the Colum bia and Western railway sys-
tenn for an extension to Penticton from the
present terminus of the line. The Gov
eminent has determined on through
line, the Crows Nest Pass road to go to
the coast. Tho way is now clear for the
completion of arrangements with the
Canadian Pacific for line from Crows
Nest Pass to Rossland, and the chief
points of this arrangement have been de-
cided upon.
Sir William Van Horne is expected here
Mt an early day to finally close the matter.
The Canadian Pacific people have fought
hard against the terms oi the Government
as being too onerous, but have decided to
make the best OF what was offered rather
than see their territory occupied by COM
panies affiliated with the United States
roads.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23

COLUMBUS, OHIO, May pa fourth
attempt was made to-day to sell the real
estate belonging to the late Allen G.
Thurman, but no bids that could be con-
sdered were received and the property
was not sold. The sale of his property is
necessary to pay of the debts of the es-
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
FILL FAVOR THE RAILROADS.
Brynn's Lo sing Fsght Ia the United
Statea Napreme Court.

BTynn's Lo sing Ftghf sn the OnGed
States Suprems Court.
WASHINGTON, D. c., May 22.-There
is rumor in circulation that on Monday
the United States Supreme Court will
render decision in the famous Nebraska
freight-rate case, and that the decision
will be in favor of the railroads. This is
the case in which w. ]. Bryan appeared
as counsel and argued for the State and
against the railroads.
The decision is one of vast Importance
in all parts of the country, for it will de-
eide whether State Legislatures have the
right to arbitrarily fix railroad rates.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
-Ne,c 7,rantv- Five Mite Cycle Recot

DENVER, Colo. May DIV. w. Ham
ilton made anew worlds record for TWEEN
ty five miles unpaced and from standing
start at the Denver Wheel Club Park to-
day in race with al Hacken berger.
Hamilton made the distance in hour /
minute and SO seconds, beating Hacken-
berger .wo-,hirds of mile. Last year at
Louisville Sem established record of
l :O2 1851 for the same distance.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
Msles to Be at the Jubilee.

WASHINGTON. D. c.. May 22.-The
President had talk with Secrets AIger
to-day about sending an army officer to
re present the United States at the Queen
jubilee. They selected General Miles.
Orders we're telegraphed him at Constan-
tinople to be in London at the proper
time.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
Tomhfml BOND rh,ef Couah,.

PENNINGTON. Me, May 22-Alfrcd
King, the 19-year-od boy who ran away
with $4,000 OF the Boyleston National
Bank funds, where he was employed, was
arrested this morning.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
PREMIER Seldom sA1Ls.
The Distsng,sished Nesc Zea1ander j

The DistSnOssished Nrsc Zealander In.
ferssted In Annerican = fairs.
NEW YORK, N. Y, May 22.-Hon.
Richard John Seldom, Premier of New
Zealand, sailed for England tot day, where
he will represent his colony in the jubilee
celebration OF Queen Victoria. The Pre-
mier, during his transcontinental "Trip
from San francisco to this city. stopped
at all the principal points of interest,
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
Not a Thoroughbred Sport.

LOUISVILLE, KY, May 22.-The pool
rooms to-day were sued for $4,000 by
HENRY J.. Mathews. who claims to have
lost that amount on the races in the past
ten years.
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Succeeds Hi. Brother.

NEW YORK, N. Y, May 22.-H. O.
Havemeyer has become president of the
Spreckels and Franklin sugar refining
companies of Philadelphia. succeeding
his brother, the late Theodore Havemeyer.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23

HARRINGTON. Me-. May 22.-Albert
NJ. King, messenger of the Boylston Ma
tional Bank, was arrested here to-day.
When searched at the jail $29,S40 was
found in his trousers.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
ELECTION HIor IN AUSTRIA.
IsUelre Men Kiiled and Thirty One
Wounded by Troops

Hounded by Troops.
VIENNA, AUSTRIA, May 22.-During the
elections at Bosnjac, Croatia, to-day a
crowd of electors became very disorderly
and troops were summoned to restore order
While the soldiers were trying to dispense
the crowd they were fred upon by the
mob. They Immediately returned the
fire. killing twelve ard wounding thirty
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1897-05-23
Dress Goods Department.
SILK DEPARTMENT.

RI Fnn Yard-Ex:ra Quality Foul
nj uuG ards, full q incnes wide, ali
new effects; excellent value at Toe yard.
III CT nm a Yard-50 pieces 22-Inch
nj UL Uu Checked Taffetas, in all
colors and all the different size checks.
ri al nm a Yard-Black MORE Pop
nj Vl.uU lin, full 81 inches wide; a
good weight for Summer wear.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1897-03-03
PERSONAL AND POLITICAL.

The Michigan League of Republican
clubs held it's annual convention in De-
troit. E. N. Dingley, of Kalamazoo, was
elected president.
Judge William T. Thompson, ex-treas-
urer of West Virginia, died at Hunt
ington.
Michigan republicans in convention
at Detroit renominated Charles d. Long
for justice of the superior court and w.
J.. Cocker and Charles d. Lawton for
university regents.
Silver republicans will hold a con-
ference in Chicago on the Sth of June
next to plan for the next national cam
paign.
The family of President Cleveland has
established itself in the new home at
Princeton, n. j.
Mrs. Caroline Woods, aged 1913, died
in st. Louis.
Andrew Baird died at his home in
Colon, Mich, aged 101 years.
Miss C. w. Cassidy died at Lancaster,
Pa, aged 1O1 years.