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The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Batch of Paris Assignments.

Paris, Tex, May 31-(Special.) Ten
prisoners were sentenced in the federal
court this morning. The following is IL
list of names and terms of punishment:
Jud Smith, horse theft, five years from
November II, 1896; G. L. Addington,
murder, death sentence, to be hanged
life sentence; J. Il. Bessant, horse theft.
four years from June 20 and 500; David
Burlington, murder, life sentence; James
Morris, murder, life sentence; Lloyd
Jones, murder, life sentence; Charles
Harris, manslaughter, five years; 1.
Keiser, robbery, three years; Geo. Rup,
counterfeiting, two years from June 26,
1895, and fine of $50.
All of the jurors were discharged this
morning and court will PROBABLY adjourn
tomorrow.
There are about twenty prisoners to be
sentenced.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Noticed in Washington.

Washington, May 31.-What is sup
posed to have been an earthquake shock
was felt here at 1857. 1t lasted about
two seconds. 1t was noticed at the cap
itol, in the telephone exchange and sew
leral of the high buildings. In the Asso-
'ciated Press office in the Postal building
vibrations were felt very distinctly. The
weather bureau and naval observer, both
of which have recording instruments, are
closed on account of Decoration day, but
the observatory officer said the shock
lasted nearly minute and the movement
was from south to north. The self-re-
cording instruments at the weather bu-
reau shows that the disturbance began
at 1 :5S IA and lasted five minutes. The
movement was from south to north.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Chicago Road Race.

Cycling association held their first an
nual road race today. The wheeling
course was used as far as Norwood.
From there the course lay over, Elston
and Irving PARK avenues to the finish
at the Belmont avenue entrance to the
Electric park, distance of about
eighteen miles. About 100 of the 260 &C.
cepted entries lined up for the start
John Hudson won; Otto M. Christen-
sen, second; A. L. .Wolfgram, third. ].
time prize, covering the course, q distance
of eighteen and three fourths miles, In
AZ minutes / second. Hudson came in
with punctured tire. He belongs to
the Lakeview club. The finish was de-
cidedly exciting, Hudson winning by only
few feet, with five other men closely
punched behind
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Chimneys Tumbled Down.

Knoxville, Tenn May 31.-Two dis
tirct shocks of earthquake were felt in
Knoxville this afternoon at 1:15. The
shocks were general throughout the city,
although many people did not feel it; Re
ports, vary as to the length of the shocks.
Several large buildings were badly
shaken and two chimneys fell. The
movement of the shocks so far as can
be ascertained in this city was from west
to east Reports from all over east Ten
nessee and southwest Virginia indicate
that the shock was general. 1t came
from the southwest. Buildings trembled
and people ran into the streets. Several
.chimneys were thrown to the ground.
At Winston, n. c., three distinct shocks
were felt, causing wild excitement. Mid
dlesboro, KY, also felt the shock, as did
also Barberville and Lynchburg, Ky.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Dispersed the Insurgents.

Havana, May 31.-The Bourbon regi-
ment of cavalry, under command of Col.
Perot, it is officially reported, has en-
gagged, pursued and dispersed at Novedad,
province of Havana, force of insurgents
believed to have been commanded by
Gen. Rodriguez. The enemy left eleven
men killed and in addition the insurgents
are believed to have suffered heavy loss
in killed and wounded who were carried
away. Documents which fell into the
hands of the Spaniards on this occasion
show that Alberto Rodriguez died on
May Is.
1t is officially announced that during
skirmishes which have taken place be-
tween the Spanish troops and the insur-
gents within the last ten days the latter
left 375 men killed, the troops captured
10 prisoners and 1856 stand of arms and
80 armed insurgents surrendered
Among the insurgents killed, it is fur
Their stated, were one colonel, two lieu
tenant colonies and seven officers of minor
rank. The Spanish forces during the
engagements, the official report con-
tinues, lost two officers and twenty-five
soldiers killed and six officers and 113
soldiers wounded.
Captain General Weyler has arrived at
Sancti Spiritus, province of Santa Clara.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
severe EARTHQUAKE SHOCKS
SEISMIC DISTURBANCES OCCUR
RED OVER A LARGE STRETCH
OF COUNTRY EAST OF US.
FROM pennsylvania 70 GEORGIA
At Some Points the Shock Was Very
Severe, Shaking Down CHM
neys-PeOple Rushed to the
Streets Terrified.

Washington, May 31.-A distinct but
slight earthquake was experienced this
afternoon through the south Atlantic
and middle southern states. 1t was stated
at the weather bureau that the direction
was from south to north, but reports re-
ceived from various sections are con-
fiicting. In some localities it is stated
the locality of the disturbance was in
an easterly to westerly direction, but the
records of the instruments here are prob
ably correct. The shock occurred, as
nearly as has been estimated, at 2 O'clock
In some localities the time has been
given as / :5S and others as late as 2:10,
and its duration was less than minute.
AS far as can be learned, Savannah, Ca,
was the furtherest point south at which
the tremor was felt, while the northern
boundary of the wave was above middle
Maryland. 1t was felt as far west as
Knoxville, Tenn. The disturbance seems
to have been most severe in the Appala-
chan mountain region.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03

for home and the judges were in sight.
Martin hitched a little uneasily on Mann
us he was getting near to the goal, and
at the last furlong pole he began driving
little, although he was two lengths to
the good. But he could hear shouts of
Lake Shore" and "Volley" from the
crowd and he did not care to take any
chances and did not dare to look back, so
he kept his mount in motion, determined
not to lose when he had but short dis
lance to go. 1t was but few seconds
more, however, and as the owners
watches stopped at 200 "a he sent
Howard Mann past the post, four lengths
in front of Lake Shore, who was three
lengths in front of Volley, who had gone
about sixteenth of a mile further than
any horse in the race. Loki had dropped
back to fourth place, and Jefferson and
The Swain competed for last place.
One remarkable thing was Taral's abs
sence from the race, as it is many years
since he has been without mount in the
big handicap.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
NEW YorIk Road Race.

New York. May 31.-The annual Dec
grafton day 25-mile road race! oyer the
Irvington-Milburn course took place to-
day under unfavorable conditions, the
course being in wretched state, which
made good time impossible and riding
positively dangerous. There were 123
entries, and all but fourteen started. The
winner turned up in George A Soden, an
unattached wheelman of Newark, who
had handicap of six and half minutes.
seconds. II. r. Warren, unattached, of
Kearney $500, was second and 10: r..
Goodman, Logan wheelmen, Brooklyn
(5:3O), third. Il. M. Alexander Hart
ford, Conn, scratch, won the first time
prize in 1:1709; II. A. Clark, second,
1.1S:31
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
waltham Bike Races.

Waltham, Mass, May 31,-Eight thou
sand persons attended the Waltham BIZ
cycle races here today.
In the one-mile professional, Bald and
Cooper were brought together for the
first time. Bald won.
One-half mile professional, open: First
trial heat won by Tom Cooper of Detroit.
Time, LOG 3-5. Second trial heat won
by Bald of Buffalo; Earl Kiser Of Day
ton, second; w. -. Becker OF minneapolis,
third. Time, Los 3-5. Final heat won
by Kiser; Bald, second. Time, 1:12;
Mile professional: First trial heat
won by Kiser; Cooper. second; Major
Taylor, third. Time, 2:13. Second trial
heat won by Bald. Time, 2:14 10.
Final heat won by Bald; Kiser, second;
Taylor, third. Time, 2:11 IL.
Mile handicap, professional. First
heat won by Frank A. Butler Of Gam
bridge go YARDS; Earl Kiser being
second. Time, 22:15 Second trial heat
won by H.. Il. Stevenson of Dayton 40
yards). Time, 2:03 3-5. Final heat
won by Stevenson, Time, 2;13 As.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Sam Houston Normal.

Huntsville, Tex, May 31.-(Special.)-
At Sam Houston normal today business
session of the alumni was held at 3
o'clock. followed at 10 by literary and
musical entertainment.
Superintendent Pritchett received a
letter from Governor Culberson express
ing regret at his inability to attend, owing
to the legislature being in session.
Hon. X. w. Finley will also be unable
to attend. State Superintendent Car
Isle is expected to be here tomorrow.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
ORDERED TO SHOOT.
Drastic Measures Ordered to Quell
the San Quentin COnvicts.

San Francisco, CAL, May 31.-"Shoot
the first man who breaks out of his CELL u
That was the order to the guards at San
Quentin prison last night. The prison
ers were shrieking like maniacs and rat
Ting and pounding on the doors of their
cells. The guards were doubled and each
carried a gun loaded with buckshot.
Two men who were released. their terms
having expired, have told what the des-
perate convicts are planning. Accord
ing to the story, it has been agreed
among the ringleaders that when they
are permitted to return to work in the
jute mill they will make a sudden dash,
kill Engineer Young if necessary, over
power the guards and wreck the magnii-
cent plant, on which nearly S1.O0O,000
has been spent. There are 1854 pris-
Oners within the walls at San Quentin,
Over half of them are in open revolt.
Many of the others sympathize with the
violent ones. Warden Hale says that
all the complaints made by the men are
trivial. Director Wilkins declared they
have no real grievance. Prison Surgeon
Lawler says the opium fiends who have
been deprived of the drug are at the bot
tom of the trouble.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Caused Alarm in Cincinnati.

Cincinnati, O., May 31.--Shortly after
10 o'clock an earthquake shock was felt
ran out of the Times-Star office. Oc-
cupants of other buildings We're alarmed
and at corner stone laying at the
Geological gardens there was consterna-
ton among the holiday crowds; At the
lagoon on the Kentucky side there was
a panic among several thousand people
on the grounds. The waters in the la
COON were so rough that the life saving
crew went to the rescue OF those out IN
the electric pleasure boats.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Agrees to an Armistice.

Copstantinople, May 31-An trade has
just been issued and communicated to
the representatives of the powers by
which the sultan agrees to an armistice
of a fortnight, beginning May 30. Fresh
instructions consequently will be sent to
Edhem Pasha, the Turkish commander
in Thessaly. The ambassadors are
urging the Turkish government to en-
gage TO prolong the armistice in the
event Of the peace negotiations not being
ended when the armistice expires.
The Greek government has issued n
denial of the report that an anti-dynastic
movement is on foot, and it also denies
the existence of dissension between King
George and the government of Greece.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03

Waco, Tex, May 31.-(Special) 1.-The
will of the late Senator Richard Coke
is in the hands of Hon. Waller s. Baker,
the nearest friend of Senator Coke and
the attorney of the estate. 1t is plain
will, in which the deceased senator be-
queaths his entire property, real and per-
control during her lifetime, and at her
death to go to Richard Coke, Jr, son of
Senator and Mrs. Coke. 1t is very val
liable estate, consisting Of real and per-
sonal property in Waco and elsewhere.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Bruce Geo. Receiyership.

Dallas, Tex, May 31.-(Special.)- jim
the federal court today Judge Swayne
heard a motion to strike out part of a
decree in the Il. III. Bruce & Co. re-
ceivership. The testimony of d.. q.
Bruce and r. Anderson, members of the
Bruce Liquor company, appeared to the
court to, conflict with some action that
had been taken in the suits, and the court
of the marshal until District Attorney
Hamilton or Commissioner Lednum could
take action.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Railroad Traffic Resumed.

Natchez, Miss, May 31.-The New
Orleans and Northwestern Railroad
which had to suspend operations at the
north end of it's line because of the flooded
conditions in northern Louisiana, has
again began running trains, freight and
passenger. through the Bastrop. to the
great satisfaction of the people along the
route. The Natchez, Red River and
Texas Railroad will make an effort to
resume through trains on Saturday next
Some of its bridges were washed out and
will have to be rebuilt before the traffic
can be resumed.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
A serious Accident.

Bertram, Tex, May 31.-(Special)- y
Saturday. while Mr.. Wilton Barton was
riding, his team, which was hitched TO q
reaper, became frightened at a dog which
ran out of the wheat, and ran away.
Mr.. Barton, in trying to jump of his
horse, fell and was caught by the reaper
and very large hole was cut In his side
and for awhile it seemed he would lose
his life. Doctors were called In and
they stitched the wound, which. went
through nearly to his lung. He Is now
resting well, and 1t is thought he will re-
cover
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
A Trio of Sad Messages.

Luling, Tex, May 31.-(Special,)-Mr.
John Watts, the popular salesman of Mr..
NJ. II. Epstein, received a message from
Cuero, stating one of his relatives was
not expected to live. He started at once
for that place. Later, Mr.. Albert Schatz--
Ky, salesman at the same store, received
a message from San Antonio, stating for
him to come home at once, as his father,
Mr.. L. Schatzky, had his leg and arm
broken.
Mr.. B. Donnerbeg, living six miles from
Luling. received message from New
Braunfels this morning, stating that his
daughter had died at that place.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
CONRAD POINT CREvAssE.
1t Is About 300 Feet Wide-Many
Fine Estates Flooded.

New Orleans, May 31.-The Conrad
point crevasse is about 300 feet wide and
the volume of water is so great that
many fine estates are under water and
much damage is being done. The cotton
lands will suffer most. The Mississippi
valley tracks arc also submerged, traffic
being temporarily suspended. About
one-third of the necessary cribbing to
close the break has been constructed, but
the success of the work can not be told
until the center portion is tried the water
having cut deep channel there, which
will be very difficult to stop. Falls of
four inches at towns nearest the crevasse
show how much water is going through
the break
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Texas Christian Convention.

Waco, Tex, May 31-(Special) "A
large delegation arrived this afternoon
and tonight to attend the Texas Chris
tan convention, the Texas Christian
Women's Board of Missions and the con-
vention of Christian Endeayor societies
of the Christian church, all of which
bodies will meet tomorrow at AddRan
university.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Investigation Suspended.

Tyler, Tex, May 31.-(Special.)-The
investigation in the case of the Parymour
Investment Company of st. Louis vs..
The Tyler Car and Lumber Company
has been suspended on account of sick
ness Of the family of one of the attor.
neys. The investigation will be re.
sumed on next Monday, the 7th, before
Master in Chancery Wiley.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Shock ut Richmond.

Richmond, Va May 31.-An earth
quake shock, which lasted a few seconds,
was felt here about 1 80 today. 1t shook
buildings and ratified windows, but no
damage was done. The people. in many
buildings were badly frightened.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Durrant and Werden VIII Hang.

Sacramento, CAL. May Ex-Governor
Budd has decided not to interfere in the
death sentences of Theodore Durrant
and Walter ID. Werden. The former was
convicted of the murder of Blanche La
mont at Emmanuel Baptist church. and
Werden was found guilty of wreckinng
train during the railway strike three
years ago, when Engineer Clark, and
three United States soldiers were killed
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Preceded by n Roar.

Danville, Va, May 81 Shortly, before
3 o'clock this afternoon u shock of earth
quake was felt here and caused much
alarm. Buildings were shaken up, but
no damage resulted The shock, which
consisted of three distinct vibrations and
lasted over one minute. was preceded by
a roaring sound, resembling that made
nv n conflagration.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Buildings Quickly Vacated.

Norfolk. Va, May 31.-Two distinct
earthquake shocks were felt here this
afternoon. There was an exodus from
several office buildings and dwelling and
considerable alarm caused in various
parts of the city. but no damage was
done The shocks were about ten sec
Onds apart
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03

Savannah, May 31-Savannah felt a
slight earthquake today. Its direction
was from east to west. The tremor was
recorded at the weather bureau at 2
o'clock. Windows and doors were
shaken throughout the city and many
were made dizzy by the vibration.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Liberty Hill, 20, Bertram, is.

Bertram, Tex, May 31.-(Special.)-
The Bertram and Liberty Hill baseball
teams played game here Saturday,
which resulted in score Of 20 to IL in
favor of Liberty Hill.
Batteries Liberty Hill, Fisk, Duckett
and Bryson; Bertram, Hemphill and Chit
tpndpn -f ff NV W
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Turned Pictures to the Wall.

Charlotte, N. c.. May 31.-A very per-
.ceptible earthquake shock of thirty sec
,onds' duration was felt here at 2 p. IN.
Many of the pictures in the art rooms of
the woman's exposition were found hang
ing out of the normal positions after it
was over. Bricks were thrown from
,chimneys by the vibrations.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
RUMORs FROM THE LEVANT.
Germany Reported to BE Intriguing
Against Russia's Alleged Designs.

London, May 31.-The correspondent of
the Standard. at ConstantinOple, tele-
graphing yesterday, says the prevalent
opinion there is that Germany is playing
bold game in order to force Russia to
declare openly either for or against Tur-
key.
According to a dispatch to the Daily
News from Odessa there is n revival of
the report that Russia is negotiating with
ranean. 1t is also rumored that when
peace between Greece and Turkey is con-
cluded Russia will demand the executive
privilege of free passage for her fleet
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Distinctly Felt in Louisville.

4. Louisville, KY. May 31.-A distinct
earthquake shock was felt in this city
shortly after l o'clock this AFTERNOON.
The shock lasted about five seconds. The
vibrations passed from south to north.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Southwest Virginia Shaken.

Huntington. w. Va, May 31.-A dis
tinct shock of earthquake was felt here
at 2 p. m. 1t was felt generally through
out southwest Virginia.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
C,nc,nnati ROAD Race.

Cincinnati, o., May 31.-There were
eighty-three entries from Ohio, Indiana
and Kentucky in the bicycle road race
from Lindewalle to this city, distance
of eighteen miles. II. 3: Farnsworth OF
Farnsworth, O., won; Harry Storms of
DAYTON was second and Jacob Hansen
Of Dayton was third. Time: Earns
worth, 55:21; Storms, SO; Hansen, 56;15.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Felt at Baltimore.

Baltimore, Md, May 31.-A slight
earthquake shock was felt here shortly
| before 2 o'clock this afternoon: 1t was
not noticeable except in the high build
| ings, but in these distinct vibrations were
| felt, lasting five seconds.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
People Were Pnnic-stricken.

Charleston, w. Va, May 31.-At 2
O'Clock this afternoon severe. earth
quake was felt all over the city. In
many buildings the furniture was moved
w the vibration. The people were panic
ricken and many of them ran out of
.e large business houses, thinking the
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Three Severe Shocks.

Winston, N. c., May 31.-Three severe
shocks of an earthquake were felt here
at 2 o'clock today. Wild excitement pre-
vailed, but no damage was done.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03

Greensboro, N. c., May 31.-This city
was severely shaken up by an earthquake
at 2 O'Clock this afternoon. but no dam
age was done. Similar shocks are re-
ported from many surrounding towns.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Covered Wide Territory.

Cincinnati, o., May 31.-Special dis
patches to the Times-Star report earth
quake shocks all over Ohio, Kentucky
and West Virginia.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
ON MiIIIReceiyer.l

r Dallas, Tex May 31.--(Special.) -Sat.
urday Judge Swayne, at the instance of
the Continental National bank of st:
Louis, appointed w. o. Hamilton, United
States district attorney of the northern
district of Texas, received of the O0-
manche cotton seed oil mill at Comanche.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03

Raleigh. n. c., May 31.-Reports from
all over the state report an earthquake
shock between / 30 and 2 p. m. Very lit
tie damage was done. In few instances
chimneys were shaken down.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03

Ennis, Tex, May BE. C. Paxton,
a grocer in this city, filed a deed of trust
on his merchandise stock and accounts
Saturday, for the benefit of his credi-
tors, naming J. w. Story as trustee.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
AsheviIIe shaken Tn.

Asheville, n. c.. May 31.-At so this
afternoon an earthquake shock very per-
ceptibly shook Ashevile. Hundreds of
occupants of buildings ran into the streets.
No damage was DONE
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Berseck Scratched.

London, May 31.-The Lorillard, Beres-
ford stables 3-year-old chestnut, Berseck,
by Sensation out Of Bell Phoebe, has
been scratched for the derby, which is to
be rune Jiine 2, and also for the Grand
Prix du Paris, which event will be de-
cided June ID.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
East Tennessee Slightly Shocked.

Chattanooga, Tenn, May 31.-A slight
earthquake shock was felt about 1:30
today throughout east Tennessee from
Bristol to Chattanooga No damage was
reported, but the shock was perceptible.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Pittsburg TrembIed.

Pittsburg, Pa, May 31.-A slight earth
quake shock was felt here at 1: 45 this
afternoon. The tremOr was quite per-
ceptible in high buildings and lasted a
minute.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
Severe Mt spartanburg.

Spartanburg, S. c.. May 31.-A distinct
earthquake shock shaking buildings and
rafting windows, was felt here at 1:5o
p. m. 1t was as severe as that of August,
1856,
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-03
The LittIe FeIIow snI Lives.

Denison. Tex, May 81. Especially y
The little son of w. G. Hatfield, who was
shot by some unknown person on Friday
night, is still alive 1t Is hardly prob
able that he will survive.