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The times., 1898-10-01
THE DEVILS ISLAND exile
A RumOr That Dreyfus Will
Be Removed to Cayenne.
A DUEL AT PARIS TODAY

Nj. Pauimfer Has Challenged vi.
Turot, a Sub-Editor of the Lam
terHe, and swords VIII He Used
NJ. ZOla's Household Goods In
ventOried by "a BaiIiG Yesterday
Despite Mime. Zola's Protests
The times., 1898-10-01
Washington College of Law

CFormerly the Womsn's Law Class.l
Three years course, leading TO degree Of Bach
elor OF Laws
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

tie Bffal- HsF5sy county. bHbIIg
schpols is 10 the city.
Lieut.. r. W. Holman went to Port
land today for a snort visit with the
Salem militia boys.
Mrs. John Aiken, Of Roseburg, late
guest OF Mrs. John NJ. Chase, has gone
TO points in Washington.
M Ferrell, who drives the stage
bet0een Turner and Mehama re-
turned 70 Mehama today.
Mrs. Auna Prael WIN has been visit.
ing her parents. Mr.. and Mrs. W.
Breyma1. returned today To Portland.
Mr.. V. G.. Hoag. OF Macleay. has
been received as a member OF the
Evangelical conference held las: week
in Salem.
L. l.. Porter. of Oregon City, can
didate on the Republican ticket fol
jUint senator from Marion and Clack-
amas counties, was in the city today
Chief Of Police A. G. Dilley went tc
Portland this afternoon To subpoena
witnesses 10 the case Of state vs. Dan
Stone, who is charged with burglary
Miss Smith. a former school teacher
at Salem, writes to friends frCm e
Rio. NeLtura county. California. The
principal features TO make life enjoy
able there are long severe drCuths
saudstOrms aud the intensely active
nature fieas.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
AMONG THE BIKE PEOPLE.

Buren & Hamilton have Imperlals
Pacitics, Ajax. and Hibbard-the
big four. Sales 80 up-to-date.
Fred Virgins sells stacks of the
Yellow Fellow and Stormer wheels
Bike dealers can't keep wheels il
stock. They could selltwice as many
II they.had them, they say.
Sroat & Wilson are tue Pope people
they crow like Pope people gener.
ally do, and with some reason, oyer
quality and sales.
A. f. Steiner has put in a variety OF
SterlinRs at Brown & Smiths. They
are all high grade wheels.
Cresents and Crawfords are hand
led by the hundreds at Wade's. They
are the Oldest wheelhouse in town
since 1892.
The Phoenix and Golden Eagle
wheels are expected in soon by the
manager of new house opposite the
brewery.
There are nearly as many wheels
used by ladies as by gentlemen.
Hon. e. f, Parkhurst was in Port
land today to see why he can't get in
lot of Ramblers and Ideals.
1t is not believed that the present
bike law can be changed to exclude
riders from all the sidewalks in the
city. The law against fast riding and
riding without lanterns should be
more strictly enforced by the police.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
PERSONALS.

G. ID. Gabrielson is in Portland.
John Dancey returned to Portland
TO-DAY.
Il. S. Burroughs was in Hubbard
today.
Mrs. q. M. Beeler spent the day
with Portland friends.
Clarence Bunce and r. L. Swartz
went TO Portland today.
Alderman Z. +. ParklIurst was a
Portland visitor today.
Attorney Geo. G. Bingham went to
Elk city today in quest OF trout.
Miss Loma Henton, OF Albany, Is
the guest OF Miss Carrie Willis.
Prof. Harm Tyrll, superintendent
OF theiAlbany.schools, is 10 the city
Elk Governor u. Il. Moody returned
today from Portland and The Dalles
Mr.. and Mrs. j. M. Woodruff went
to Portland today for brief visit,
Mrs. Geo. U. Ashby returned to
Portland today, after a short visit
Salem friends.
Mrs. r.. s. Sheridan returned to
her Roseburg home today after brief
visit In Salem.
Mrs. A. G. Chapman, OF Albany, Is
the guest Of Mrs. w. A. MoCres who
returned last evening from a short
visit in Portland.
Prof. j. NJ. PEBBLES, principal of the
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
ukleN RAlLY a. ktlekR.
A Remarkable ouspOuring of Country
People and great Knthunam.

A Remarkable ouspouring of Country
People and great Enthunsm.
There was a stunning rally at En-
ger sThursday night. That is the
home neighborhoOd of K. l.. Hibbard
and Lewis Grifiith.
Mr.. Z. Marsh, the silver Republican
candidate for county commissioner OH
the Union ticket was given a very
fiattering reception. His statement
that the present county debt was
100000 aud would be $4,000 before
the end OF June, was sOck-dOlager
TO the present county administration.
Hon, Lewis Griffith for Senator, A.
+. Myers for representatives, king
Hibbard for clerk, Clarence Simeral
for treasurer and Charley Strain for
Recorder were introduced and we're
we'll received.
The Editor Of THE JOURNAL
showed that the assertion of the gold
Democrats that there was no longer
any Democratic party was aosnred
and hypOcriJical and that the truth
was such Democrats had left the
party because it was become too Dem.
Ocratic under the leadership OF Bryan,
whereas they wanted an aristOcrdcy
L., II Macmahan gave a happy
practical exposition Of a ''dollar good
anywhere in Europe" He showed
there was no such thing, and that
the different countries of Europe do
| not take one another's dollars as cur
rent coin. He made some good points
There was perfect cyclone OF en-.
thusiasm when the next name was
announced. Hon. Henry L. Barkley
spoke with his old-time JUNCTION and
it was a pleasure TO see a house car.
ried by storm and with an elOquence
and magnetic force, that makes an
irresistible impression and that is
only at the command Of the Black
Eagle of French Prairie. Mr.. Bark.
ley has only few days at his dis
posal this year 10 make the canvass
| and will draw immense crowds where.
eyer he appears.
Geo. Weeks made a splendid chair
man and all the Union candidates
made good impression.
There were no hooters or tOOters
nor pie eaters from Salem precincts to
teach the country people how TO hol-
Ter.
The EDger meeting, Thursday
night, was remarkable outpouring
Of the solid men and women and the
bright young people Of the country
side
The meeting showed again that the
Union party is being supported by the
clean conservative elements OF society.
The best people are tired OF the low
machine methods, that recognize
neither character nor ability in Sc
lecting candidates.
There was some excellent campaign
singing by hayseed vocalist with a
| splendid voice. Miss Jennie Griffith
recited two pieces, one an encore, ard
she is always appreciated.
The hayseed orchestra rendered
very enjoyable music, and were warm
ly applduded.
Hon. J.Voorhees was called out ar d
made some good points. He urged all
to turn out and hear Col. Bob Veatch
at Gervais Saturday at 2 p. m., Mt
Angel at p. M.
A. Il. Myers announced a Union
rally at Hickey school house Thursday
evening. Good speakers will attend
Ex-Gov. Fletcher of Salem speaks at
Butteville Saturday night.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
Deafness Cannot Be Cured.

by local applications, as they cannot
reach the diseased portion of the ear
There is only one way to cure deafness
and that is by constitutional remed
les. Deafness is caused by an in
famed condition of the mucous lining
OF the Eustachian Tube, When this
tube gets inhamed you have a rumbl-
Ing sound or imperfect hearing. and
when IL is entirely closed deafness is
the result, aud unless the inflammation
can be taken out and this tube re-
stored TO its normal condition, hear
ing will be destroyed forever; nine
cases out of ten are caused by catarrh,
which is nothing but an inhamed con
dltlon or the mucous surface.
We Will give One Hundred Dollars
for any case of Deafness (caused by
catarrh that cannot be cured by Halls
Catarrh Cure, Send for circulars,
free.
F. j. CHENEY & Co, Toledo, o.
FS-Suld by Druggistt, TIC.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

HOME INDUsTRY.-D. Poiser, an
enterprlsing farmer, is erecting a
large brick kiln upon his farm, near
Haysvllle, and preparing to burn a
quantity OF brick 1t is hoped his
venture will prove entirely sue
cessful, fnanally, as the work has al
ready given employment to several
idle men, some of whom have recently
returned from an unsuccessful search
for work elsewhere to find miniature
Klondike nearer by.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

OUR PATRONS.-THEJ JOURNAL now
has the largest circulation ever en-
jnycd by any paper in Salem, and ap-
preciate the liberal advertising pat.
ronag" it is receiving. All readers of
this paper are especially requested 70
make note OF who its advertisers are,
aud give them their business The
merchants no help maintain clean
independent newspaper are entitled to
the consideration of its readers, md
they tind il the most profitable adYer-
tisiLg that eat. be done.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
If You Wish to Be Well.

You must fortify your system
against attacks of disease. Your blood
must be kept pure, your stomach anc
digestive organs in order, your ap
petite good. Hoods Sarsaparilla is
the medicine to build up. purify ano
enrich your blood aud give strength
1t creates au appetite and digestive
power.
Hoods Pills are the faYorite family
cathartic, easy TO take.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

A MIsUNDERsrANDING.-The mar
ufacturer OF the 10 cent La Corona by
no means insists that his cigar be pur
chased because II Is a local product.
On the other hand its. merits COM
mend il TO all lovers OF a choice
smoke.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

FINANCE-May be the all-im portant
political question but the question
that more particularly concerns and
should interest the housekeeper is the
quality Of her groceries. Buy them at
Branson s. Co.'S where the quality is
unqueStioned.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
Spanish Schooners Captured.

KEY WEST, May e.-Two Spanish
fishing schooners were captured and
brought to Key West this morning.
Dynamite bombs were found on one.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

CNTlLwELL DETECTIVE AGENCY, iS
- Kearny Street. San Francisco. Cal To
district attorneys, aherihs, attorneys a.
Law and private parties: es:-Prepared 70 transact
all business OF confidential and intricate
character expeditiously and ON reasonable
terms. Correspondents all over the worid.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

1t is great leap from the old fashioned
doses Of blre-mass and nauseous physics to
the pleasant little pills knova as d, Wits
Little Early Risers. They cure constipation,
SICK headache and billiousness. Stones drug
store.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
War With France Feared.

WASHINGTON, May g. France de-
mands that the prize crew be taken
off'tne Lafayette. The Lafayette had
mail for Mexico, War with France
Is feared.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
Rattle on Carolina Coast.

WASHINGTON, May 6.-Signal SER
vice corps at Sullivan's Island s. c.
report heavy firing. IL is believed
that an engagement is IN progress,
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

The farmer, the mechanic and the bicycle
riders are liable to expect cuts and bruises.
De Wits Hazel Salve is the best thing to
keep on hand. Il heals quickly, aud is we'll.
known cure for lies. Stoae's drug store.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
Will Garry 40 600 Men,

KEY WEST, May 6. Transportation
has been arranged for the landing Of
5000 troops from Tampa.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

PORTLAND, Or. May 6.-The mill
tary designation Of the Oregon troops
in Second Regiment Oregon volun.
teers. TIE Oregon volunteers are
being examined today.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
Told for Effect.

WASHINGTON, May 6. madrid
cable claims that Dewey is unable To
hold Manila and will be compelled to
surrender.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

You can make old clothes look like
new, and remain so as far as color is
concerned by using Perfection DYE.
But be sure you get them. If
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

HONG KONG, May 6.-'rhe Ameri-
cans have landed at CaYite, after
another bomoardment.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

A torpid liver robs you of ambition and
,uins your health. De Wits Little Earl,
kisers cleanse the liver, cure constipation
and all st mach and liver troubles. Stone !.
dug store.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

Children like it, it saves their lives. We
mean One Minute Cough Cure, the infal ible
emedy for coughs, colds, groups, bronchitis,
grippe, and all throar and lung troubles.
Stones drug store.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

Acker's English Remedy is beyond ques-
ton the greatest Of all modern remedies. 1t
will cure cough or cold Immediately
money back
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

Aeker's Elgi h Remedy Win Stop a
cough at any time. and will cure the worst
cold in twelve hours, or money refunded.
2Se and sec.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
No interference Allowed.

WASHINGTON, May 6.-It is stated
in official circles at the capital that
Intervention by foreign powers will
not be tolerated by the United States
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
For American Bullets.

MADRID, May 6.-The Spanish
steamer Leo XIII sailed from BARGE
Iona this morning With troops for
Cuba.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
Report Denied.

LONDON, May 9 The report that
cable communication with Manila
has been restored is denied officially.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06


There are more Mocres on the Re
publican state ticket than will be
elected.
AS Sam Clark and Billy Clark both
have Republican federal offices now
the country is perfectly safe.
There are no b0sses in the Union
party to turn down deserving people
either ia or out Of their ranks.
-
The question is, are the new Re
publican bosses and managers capable
Of handling the ship ofIstate ?
Beer-schooner has returned to Jer-
sey's sea girt shores and the burden of
the spell binding will fall on Frank
Davey.
The Silver and Re form forces Of Ma
cleay precinct respect Mr.. Geer as a
neighbor, but they are standing by
their principles to a man.
Read the record Of the American
Book Company. Why should not the
school children, of Oregon, have as
good books as any and have tn EN- just
as cheaply =?
The Statesman man says he is not a
member of the Association of Pusil-
luminous Asses. That is news. How
about the noble tribe Of congenital
jackasses.
1t seems hard for an oil Oregoni-
an to have his boy turned down for
militia captain after he has given
seven OF the best years Of his life to
prepare for it ard stood highest OF all.
The plank In tue Marion county
platform, which says: "We pledge our
county court TO the strictest scrutiny
of all bills against the county" as a
specimen Of the finest sarcasm can't
b. beat.
Mr.. Geer's legislative record is not
30 bad as 1t might be. The fact is, a
man can't go to the legislature and
do anything at.all without heing crit
icised. But It's not good enough TO
make him governor.
-.
mo more sending away for any
thing that can be had here" walls
the Statesman; but Uncle Harvey
Scott continues to enjoy a monopoly
OF furnishing goldhug literature to
Salemites. Somehow the stalwarts
won't read Bobbys paper.
It's all right for the Geer mana
gers to use Kings name to draw
crowd wlth;but us pretty cheap after
refusing to meet him in joint de
bate, when there was plenty of time
TO arrange the meetings and let the
two candidates tor governor go before
the people 10 white mans fashion.
Beer-scho Jner,
Left sooner,
Than was intended.
Did he refuse
With Watty Tooze
In brilliant hues
And shining shoes
To be blended?
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
To Meet the Armada.

KEY WEST, May 6.-The fighting
portion of SIMPSONS feet has sailed
for Porto Rico TO meet the Spanish
Armada.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
Teddy Is a Soldier Now.

WAsHINGToN, May 6-ROoseYelt
has resigned as assistant secretary
OF state and sworn In as lieutenant
colonel OF the army.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

INsANE.-Walter Oldland, OF Coos
county, aged 60, native OF Glouces-
tershire, England, was committed to
the insane asylum today.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
,amnson's Fleet on Cuban Coast

SampSohs FIeet On Cuban Coast.
KEY WEST, May 6.-Sampson's fleet
has been sighted off the Eastern coast
of Cuba going east.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
May Cause Trouble.

WASHINGTON, May 6.-It is feared
that serious international complica-
tIons may arise over the capture OF
the Lafayette. She is an armed vessel
and belongs TO the French naval re-
serve.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

LONDON, May "a Shanghai spec
ial says that Dewey after capturing
the Spanish fleet, bOmbarded Manila,
which caught on fire, the flames caus-
ing great loss Of life.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
Oregon Medical Appointments.

PORTLAND, Or, May 6.-The Ore
gOn medical appointments are: Ellis,
mayor and surgeon; Macrum and
Brosius, CAPTAINS and assistant
surgeons.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
Out of Powder

LONDON, May 6.-Reported G. here
that lack OF ammunition will compel
the Cape Verde heet to return to Ca
diZ.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
Tried to Run the Blockade.

KEY WEST, May6.-The Lafayette,
a steamer OF the French line, was
captured trying TO run the blockade
at Havana, after being warned away.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

II you want the best when dyeing,
be sure you get Perfection Dyes.
They do not fade. u
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
Madrid Rioters Shot -.

MADRID, Nay 6.-Rioting and loot
ing continue this morning at Madrid.
The guards shot number Of rioters
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

More bread and better bread for
a nickel at Strong's bakery than at
any other place in the city. 263t
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
Revolt Expected in Porto Rico.

ST. THOMAS, W. l., May 6.-Anti
Spanish revolt is mOmentary expected
in Porto Rico, caused by scarcity Of
food. The government is distributing
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
May Wheat,
Americans Landed at Cavite

CHICAGO, May 6.--May wheat closed
today at $l.49E
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
They Can Tell You.

III the Lord has been governor for
tMo years, what running Geers will it
take 10 make a governor out of King 4?
They caE tell you at The Fair store,
2l4 Commercial street. 6-2t
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

After one trial yon will use no other
dye TO color goods. Ilsist on having
Perfection Dyes. u
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
4OCLOCk EDITION.
LATEST WAR BULLETINS,
Cable Sill Cut

HoNG KoNG, May 6.-Cable con-
nection has not been restored with
Manila
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
Gable Restored.
They Form the Second Regiment.

MADRID May 6.-The Manila cable
is reported to be restored.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
May Take the canaries.

LONDON, May 6.-It is believed here
that Sampson will attack the Canary
islands.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

What's the matter with the Salem
wheat market? Has IL been demon
etiz,.d.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

FOR SALE OR rRADE.-Three fresh
mich cows, party canfiave choice, or will
trade for second hand buggy. NJ Warren,
Clymer. 90 All
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
JOURNAL "x-RAYs. 3"

Watty's ribbons were too many for
Beer-schOUher.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

Queen Regent Will Not Abdieate.
MADRID, May 6.-Spanish 6. officials
says the queen regent will not add :
cate.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

THE WEATHER.-Cooler and par.
italy cloudy weather. Forecast for
Saturday fair. Grain, grass, fruit and
vegetable crops never looked SO we'll as
this spring.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

Western Troops Go to the Philippines.
WASHINGTON, May 6.-Troops from
west Of the Rocky mountains will
form the bulk of the forces for the
Philippines. They will go into camp
at Precidio, California as early as
| possible.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

Candidate Flagg will be con
quered banner, after the 9Th Of June.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

There are more Mocres on the Re
publican state ticket than will bt
elected.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06
GALL A MESSENGER

lALL A "a d33dN3HR
and have your notes and packages
delivered. to conect bill, TO go on
errands for you. Ask for special
rates on merchants packages
Charges reasonable. Bicycle ser
vice. Ring Blue boxes or telephone
40.
Lockwood Messenger System, Central
office No. 2B8 Commercial street.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

Nobody need have Neuralgia. Get DIR. Miles
Pain Pills from druggists. Zone cent dose'
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1896-1899, 1898-05-06

AS Sam Clark and Billy Clark both
have Republican federal offices now
the country is perfectly safe.
La correspondencia de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 1890-1943, 1898-03-01
J. Sc ha modificado la formula

I'm de ofrecer al pdblico una preparation ,itf
segura rapida en- sus efsctos, 10 que Sc com
Prueba por el uso tan generalizado que SO hace
de ella en- toda la isla. -
Con el fin de precaverse de las muchas imi.
taciones que de esta formula Sc han heoho.. Gu
yas propiedades son interiors;" debe exieirse
que en- cada ca "a ia de legltima procedencia, este
la marca de fabrica en- Ia tapa superior ,ln sello
que dice: DR. N. REVERON, Medico Cirujano,
Ponce, Puerto Rico. en- Ia inferior, su firma
en- 81 lado derecho de Ia faja exterior de ssta ca.
jlta: Ponce, Agosto 30 de 1896, a.
AVIS() siendo objeto de frecuentes lmita-
nvloV clones las P1LDORAS DEL DIR.
REV VERON hago presente, que las legitimas
son las preparadas excusivamente en- ia acredi-
tada Farmacia de VALLE Y CANCIO, que son
los depositarios lie la verdadera formula, los
1nicos que estSn autorizados para usar mi nom
bre en- diehas pildoras.--D2. N. REVERON.
.sDep6sto en- las Sigucntcs Farmac,as VA
LIE CANCIO Ionco.=- .=-GUILLERMETY.
Capital-lIVERA, cibo.--1TURR1NO, Ia,
res.-ROVlIlA ELNlRA; Agualilla.-RO-
Dl{ltiCEZ, Iauco.-IONT. Adjur tas.--ZAVA-
Ia. t1n&yanilI@ @.--FEItItER J,lana Iiaz.-BE-
TAN- -. CcaHo MAEXUACH Cialcs.
The evening times., 1898-05-27
"BUCK" DAVIS A SUICIDE.
Noted Criminal StrangIes Himself
fn His Cell.

Troy, n. Y..May N-"Buck' Davis, the
notorious burglar who recently cscaped
from the Washington county jail and was
recap:ured in West Virginia, was found
dead in his cell yesterday at Salem hav-
ing committed suicide. Davis was ,riAd
on Wednesday before Judge Lille on a
charge of jailbreaking. and on pleading
guilty was sentenced to five years in
Dannemora Prison and to pay a fine of
$1,000. He left the court smilingly ard
was placed in heavy steel cell. HIS
guards went to the cell to call him for
breakfast. when his body was found On
the floor.
Davis had taken the mattress. and, af-
ter tearing 1t into strips. formed a rope.
This he tied to the bedpost, with the other
end around his neck and. throwing HIM
self on the floor. slowly stranSed to death.
Davis was charged with the murder Of
Lawyer Blodgett. in Schenectady. several
months ago. and detectives have teen
engaged securing evidence to convict him
of that charge. He was also accused of
cAtorting money from an aged couple
near Schenectady by burning their feet
on a stove, and on the expiration of his
recent sentence was to have been tried
on those charges. Several yeaRi ago
Chief Detective Markham, of Troy, had
a desperate encounter with Davis, in
which the latter tried to kill the chief.