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The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
New State Chairman.

The Raleigh News and Observer of
April 6 quotes Hon. Clement Manly,
Chairman of the State Democratic
Executive Committee, as saying:
"There will be a new chairman. |
think it best for the party. Besides,
| have given as much of my time as |
think ought to be required of me
now. 1t ought to be a Raleigh man,
if we can get one. He can give his
time without SO much sacrifice of
private business. Everything points
to Democratic victory next fall
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
COMMITTED TO JAIL.
Plead Guilty to Snatching a Purse
From Another Negro.

TOIi t1HOtHcE
Deputy Sheriff J. K. Lewis, OF
Stokes, arrested the negro named Jno.
HaiZlip, near Walnut Cove, April 9th,
and brought him to Winston that
night. He was tried before Justice
Lehman early next morning and plead
guilty to the charge of snatching
purse containing $50 from William
Hairston, colored farmer from
Stokes, on Trade street, this city, sew
eral days ago. q default OF S25 bond
the defendant was committed to jail
to await the next term Of the Superior
Court.
Mr.. l. a. Robertson, who conducts
store here and one at Belews Creek,
says he feels confident that HaiZlip is
the same negro that stole shirt and
a pair of pants from the latter store,
a few days ago.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
Lieut.. Henry Lemly,s Promotion

The Pres dent on April 5 sent the
name of Henry r Lemly to the Sen
ate to be Captain of the Third Artil-
lery. stationed at Fortress Monroe,
Va Lieut. Lemly has been 1st Lieuten-
ant of the same artillery for some
time. He is brother OF President
Lemly, of the Wachovia Bank, and
Judge Advocate Samuel Lemly, of the
United States Navy.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
Safe Blowers Again.

The postoffice at Aberdeen was en-
tered by burglars at Ills o'clock a. m.
April 9th and robbed OF money,
stamps and jeweiry, the latter belong
ing to the wife Of the postmaster,
Mrs. Powell. The burglars broke
open the postoffice safe, and were
evidently expert cracksmen. 1t is
believed they are the same as those
who recently robbed other postoffices
in the State.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
To Move state Troops.

The State authorities have made
arrangements with the Seaboard,
Coast Line and Southern to move
State troops to Raleigh as soon as war
is declared Schedules and cost of
transport tation are all arranged.
Troops will be drilled and equipped
there and then proceed to Chickamau-
go Park. Instructions from Washing
tan are to this feet.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
Made a Certified Copy.

Register of Deeds Miller has made
a certified copy for the Forsyth COun
ty Agricultural and Industrial Asso
citation to the effect that the sum
of S25 was received from the Commits
sioners OF Forsy tn, $50 from the State
Treasurer and S120 from the members
of the Association during the year
1897 This certificate will be sent to
the State Treasurer. The officers OF
the Association are as follows: Presi-
dent, George FL. Hauser; Vice-Presi-
dents, J d. Anderson and B. Hen
dricks; Treasurer, r p. Petree; Sec
retarY, c. G. Hunter.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
Cut His Tent Down.

Rev. j. w. Lee, the Irish Evangel-
ist is said to be having pretty lively
times in Florida, where he is conduct
ing meetings. At one place his tent
was cut down twice. La the same
town the Evane elist reports that
prominent whiskey man, who was
very bitter and extreme in his denun-
Citations OF Mr.. Lee, appeared at the
altar before the meeting closed.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
Arrived at Seattle,

A telegram from Mr.. o Howard
Paddison, son of Mr. j. r. Paddison,
Of Mount AIRY. announces his safe az
rival on the steamship Brixham at
Seattle, Washington. He is chief en-
gineer on the Brixham, which will ply
between Seattle, Washington, and St.
Michaels, Alaska.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
Mr. Bailey in Ralei0h

Mr.. NJ D. Bailey, grand generals
simo OF the Grand Commandery of
North Carolina, was in Raleigh re-
Gently. The News and Observer says
that this was his official visitation to
the commandery there. He last week
inspected the commandery OF Knights
Templar there and conferred the red
cross degree upon two members, Hon.
Chas. M Cooke, Of Louisburg, and Mr.
F. w. Hunnicutt, of Raleigh.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
Bloody Spaniards Aboard.

There were half dozen or more
bloody Spaniards aboard the south
bound vestible which passed through
Greensboro April 9th. A train official
stated that they were ret turning home,
having been ordered by the govern
meDt to report for service. They
looked very much like Turks. Each
one Lad his grip, with his sword
thrust beneath the strap. While the
train stopped they were engaged in a
lively conversation in their native
tongue.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
Looking for Recruiting Station.

A countryman. about half intoxi.
Gated, was in Winston last week look
ing for recruiting station. He said
he was in the last war and had de-
cided to enlist his name to fight the
Spaniards. He added that he had
heen informed that the recruiting Of
fee was in the First National Bank
building The old fellow looked like
he meant what he said.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
Before the Supreme Court.

Winston lawyers argued several
cases before the Supreme court April
9th, among them being the follow
ing:
Levi VS. Marsha; Cromer Bros. & Co.
VS. Marsha; First National Bank VS.
Taylor Bros; Wachovia Bank VS. IL.
B. Ireland and wife; Fulp VS. Roanoke
& Southern RallrOads
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
Farrar Case Compromised.

THE SENTINEL learns that the Joe
Farrar case has been compromised. 1t
is said that he is to pay about $500 in
addition to the cost. The charge
against him was for sending objec
tionable matter through the mail. The
defendant was given a preliminary
trial here and bound over to the Fed
cal Court
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
Must Have Good Bonds.

District Attorney Bernard, of the
Eastern North Carolina district, has
arranged with District Attorney Hol-
ton to have United States CommiS
sioners. in binding men over, to take
good bonds; also they fixed a system
whereby a man who violates the law
in one district and then runs over
into the other can be brought to JUS
tice more easily than has heretofore
heen DOssible.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
Good CoIored ManDead.

George Taylor, one of Winston's
honest and faithful colored citizens,
died Friday at the age of so years.
He had been i'll about II months. He
drove the delivery wagon for W. t.
Carter for years and the same length
of time for Frank Brown. The re-
mains were sent to Cleveland. N. u,
Friday night for interment.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
IN FAVOR OF WILKES.
Heard Before Judge Starbuck at
MOrganton.

Heard Before Judge Starbuck at
MOrganton.
The new Wilkes county bond case
which was recently heard before
Judge Starbuck at Morganton, was
decided in favor of the county, and
the case was appealed to the Supreme
court. This case, it is said, involves
tie same points as the former one,
and it is expected that the Supreme
court will render its decision at an
early date
1t appears that the County Fathers
of Wilkes, are not well pleased with
Sheriff Call, who is also treasurer of
the county, for the stand he took in
the bond case. They have passed an
order notifying the magistrates to
meet with them IN June for the pur-
pose of re-establish!ng the office OF
County Treasurer.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
Left His Wife.

Irwin Speas was married to Miss
Briggs near Tobaccoville, this county,
about three years ago. Shortly after
ward he went west, leaving his wife.
Recently he returned and the first OF
last week he ran away with another
woman named Gustas Speas, who has
a little child. Speas' wife thinks her
husband has gone west again.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS.
Tax-Listers Appointed for the Va
rious Townships.

rious Townships.
The County Fathers went out 10
the County Home April 6Eh to
decide about the erection of some rev
buildings. That afternoon they ap-
pointed tax-listers for the various
townships in the county.
The Board decided to build large
barn near the Home. 1t will be
about 30x65 feet. After this Work lS
done a fence will be built in the yard
50 that the inSance inmates can come
out doors aud get fresh air, etc.
Chairman Vance says the wheat
cron on the po0rhouse farm .ookS
well. though me or it may be dam
aged OY the frost. The manager mas
wheat to sell from last years crop
Some of the Commissioners visited
the convict camp that afternoon.
They have decided to elect another
Superintendent and divide the con-
victs. SO that two squads can ne
worked in different parts OF the
county, If they are needed. Elias
Il zimmerman was elected the addition
al Superintendent He will have
charge OF what will be known as the
''Iepair force y
TAX LISTERS
The tax listers appointed are as fol-
lows:
Abbotts Creek-Elias ] Sapp
Belews Creek Israel Grim
Broad bay-W L Cook.
Bethania-W Z Stultz.
ClemmOnsville-H T Boner.
Kernersville-Dr ] II Morris.
LeWisville-W Fl Watkins.
Middle Fork w A Beeson.
Old Town. w Billiard.
Old Richmond-J B Vest.
Rural Hall-E1ward f Shore.
Salem Chapel-R Crews.
South Fork-A r Sides.
Vienna-J D Anderson.
Salem-Albert Jones.
WinstOn-First ward A T Hanes
Second ward w L league.
Third ward-J w Hester
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
VISIT OF AMBASSADORS.

To Notify Europe of the Necessity of
Intervention.
PARIS, April 9.-lt is officially an
nOunced here that the visit of the
Ambassadors at Washington to
Mckinley WAS arranged at his re-
quest to afford opportunity of mott
lying Europe of the necessity of the
Intervention of the United States in
Cuba
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
The Southern's Plan,

The Charlotte News learns from a
good source that if there is any furth-
er trouble between the State and the
Southern railway, that road will par
allel that part of the line between
Greensboro and Goldsboro, a distance
of 130 miles, and would follow the
precedent set in the Mooresville and
Mocksville extension by buying the
necessary land along the entire route.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
JUST FROM WASHINGTON.
Sheriff Call Passes 1hrOugh-Ewart
to be Confirmed.

Sheriff Call, Of Wilkes, passed up
the road April 6Ch on his return
from business trip to Baltimore and
New York. He stopped over a day in
Washington. He says everything In
the way Of legislation has been blocked
by the war discussion.
The Sheriff says that Congressman
Ljnney has received number OF let
lers and teiegrams from business men
throughout his district favOring peace
if it can he secured hOnOrably. The
excitement in Washington is intense
The galleries are crowded each day,
many people going in early in the
morning and remaining until night.
The Wilkes Sheriff, while he does not
want to light, fears there is going to be
trouble.
Sheriff Call feels assured from what
he learned while in Washington that
Ewart will be confirmed as Judge Of
the Federal Court. When this will
take place he has no idea.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
Fatal Railroad Accident.

The Oxford and ClarkSville freight
train, due at Durham a, 6:3O I'll urs ay
April I, ran over prosper, u far
mer of that County q. w. Hal) and
his son (Marcellas Hali), about three
miles from the city, killing the latter
and seriously injnring the former, who
was sent TO the hospital. Deceased
was 26 years of age, and the father is
81 years old
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
To be Married Today.

Our gallant young friend, Mr.. A. R.
Bennett, of Piedmont warehouse,
left for Virginia yesterday on
pleasant mission. Mr.. Bennett, will
today, at the home of the
young lady's parents, at Regnlas, Va,
be united in marriage to Miss Molly
Burgess. MIR Bennett will spend a
few DAYS with his parents in Rocking
ham county, after his marriage, an d
then return to this city with his
bride.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
disease. OF the BLOOD and Nerve..

No one need suffer with neuralgia. This
disease is quickly and permanently cured
by Browns Iron Bitters. Every disease of
the blood, nerves and stomach, chronic
Bitters. Known and used for nearly q
quarter of century, it stands to-day fore.
most among our most valued remedies.
Browns, Iron Bitters IL sold by all dealers.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
When Travelling.

Whether on pleasure bent or business, take
on every trip bottle of Syrlp of Figs, as it
acts most pleasantly and effectually on the
kidneys, liver, and bowels. preventing fever,
headaches and other forms of sickness. For
sale in so cent bottles by all leading drug
gists. Manufactured by the California Fig
Syrup Co. only.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
Ready to Shoulder Arms.

A Raleigh correspondent states
that all but four men stepped forward
when the Captain of the Governors
Guard asked all members willing to
go to war to advance.
Capt. Bessent says that nearly all
his men stand ready to shoulder arms
whenever the call to duty is given.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
LEAGUE AND SUNDAY SCHOOL.
Methodists of this Section on the Con
ference Programme.

ference Programme.
The third annual Epworth League
and Sunday School Conference of the
NJ. E. Church will be held at Sails
bury, May 26 to % or special inter
est to this section, we notice that on
the morning of the 9th Mr.. L. L.
Rawley will lead 2 discussioo On "The
Teachers Meeting; On the morning OF
the 2Sth, Mr.. r. B. Crawford VIII
participate in the discussion OF the
Epworth League Business Meeting; on
the afternoon of the 28th Rev. w. NJ.
Curtis will conduct the Question Box;
Sunday morning, the 295h, Rev. DR..
Greasy will preach at Church street
church, and Sunday night Rev. j. A.
b. Fry will preach at Chestnut street
church,: Sunday night DIR. Greasy will
speak Of the Future Of MethOdism.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
Commercial Bodies for Peace.

The declaration of the New York
Chamber of Commerce is in favor OF
maintaining peace. There has been
like action for commercial bodies In
San Francisco, Charleston, Savannah,
Cincinnati Hartford, New Haven and
New Orleans.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
The Hayseeder's Goodwin (?)

1t now appears that Ohio Wilson's
Hayseeder will never appear again,
unless the Railroad Commissioner can
make deal to put the papers good
will Of it has any and mailing list
into a proposed stock company to es-
ia blish an organ in favor of Rep Pop
fusion. The Grand Gideon is not sat
fed with being spit upon by Russell
He wants to run for Congress and it is
said that he is booked to do missIona-
ry work in favor of fu ion.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
.erbe Outlook IS Fine. ,,

State Chairman Manly was in Raj
eiQh recently. Col. Olds asked his
view OF the Democratic situation and
he replied 1.-The outlook is fine. The
marty is welding itself together. We
will have a magnificent convention. y
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
Summer School.

The fifth annual session Of the Uni
versity Summer School will begin on
the morning of Tuesday, June 2lst, at
10 O'Clock, and end on the evening of
Tuesday, July 10Th, 1898. Reduced
rates on all railroads. Registration
and tuition fees, 5000
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
Southern Railway
PIEDMONT AIRLINE.
Condensed Schedule

Daily connections at Greensboro for all
points North, south and east of Greensboro
At Salisbury for all points IN Western North
Carolina, Knoxville, Tenn, Cincinnati and
Western points. At Charlotte for Spartanburg,
GreenvfIle, Athens, Atlarta aud all points
South.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
ARMISTICE RESENTED.
SPANISH GOVERNMENT ABAN.
DONS THE IDEA.
Sentiment of the Army Strongly OPP
posed to It-Spaniards at Havana
Actively Preparing for HOSTILE
ties-Handling Dynamite.

ROME, April 9 The dispatches re-
ceived at the Vatican from Madrid
represent that the situation is hope
less. The Government dispatches say
they have been obliged to abandon
the idea of issuing decree for armis-
tice in Cuba, on accC unt OF the opposi
tion sentiment Of the army, which re-
se0ts such action.
SPANIADS GETTING READY.
KEY WEST, Fla. April 9 The in
formation from Havana is THAI the
Spaniards are actively preparing for
hostilities. Large quantities OF dy-
Mantle has been taken to the small
cities.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14

Revenue collections in the Fourth
District during March were $119, Ola, of
which S1O1, ,294 was from tobacco and
S17. .OS6 from spirits.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
LEE LEAVES HAVANA.
TOOK HIS DEPARTURE SAT
URDAY AFTERNOON.
He Called on BIanco and Bid Him
Good-Bye--The United States Gov
ernment Places a Very Large
Order for GunDONCier.

HAVANA, April 9.-Consul
General Fitzhugh Lee called
on General Blanco. this after
noon to say goodbye. Lee
will take his departure for the
United States at 5 o'clock this
afternoon.
BIG POWDER CoNTRACT.
WILMINGTON, Del, April 9 The
Dupont Powder Mills received con
tracts today from the Government for
million and a half dollars worth
of powder to be delivered as soon as
possible.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
NOuRE-NO PAY.

That is the way all druggists sell GROVES
TASTELESS CHILL TONIC for Chills and
I,eyer and all forms of Malaria. It is simply
Iron and Ouinine in a tasteless form. Children
love IL Adults prefer it to bitter, nauseating
Tonics Price, SOC.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
LEAVING JACKsoNvILLE.

Rapid Fire Guns Making Final
Preparations.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla, April 9.-On
account of the alarm caused by the
imminence of war, a large number of
people here are closing business con-
nections and Fastening northward.
The rapid fire guns are making final
preparations.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
THE NAVAL RESERVES
TO BE ENROLLED IN THE REG
ULAR SERVICE.
The Secretary of the Navy Requests
Such Action and a Bill to That Eff
fort Will be introduced in
Congress on Monday.

WASHINGTON, April 9.-Secretaries
Long and Roozvelt appeared before
the House Committee IN Naval Affairs
today and asked the committee for
Immediate legislation authorizing the
Secretary to enroll in the regular ser
wee the State militia government
marine forces. Secretary Long SAID this
legislation is imperative that the De-
paItment might be prepared for ex-
pected developments in the future.
The committee will report a bill to
the House Monday givIng the Secre
tary of the Navy the appropriation
and authority asked for.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14

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The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
ITALIAN CRUISER.

Her Cadets VIII Visit the Capitol of
the United States.
WASHINGTON, April 9.-The Italian
cruiser Amerigo Vespucci was sighted
this morning off Indian Head. 1t is
cadet ship on a practice cruise.
Her contemplated visit to Washing
ton at this time is simply for the
purpose of enabling her cadets to
visit the capitol of the United States.
The western sentinel. [volume] (Winston-Salem, N.C.) 1887-1926, 1898-04-14
TAX LISTERS
Populist State Convention.

The Populist State Executive Com
mittee met in Raleigh last week and
by vote of 16 to 4 called the Popu-
list State Convention to assem- BILE in
Raleigh on May 18th. Butler urged
that the Convention be held May
25th, the same day as the Demo-
era tic State Convention, but be was
showed under The News and
Observer says: eff what the anti
Butterflies claim is true, the Populist
organization in North Carolina has
broken away from Senator Marion
Butler and under the leadership of
Otho Wilson and others given the
erst while leader a very decided
waterloo"
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1898-11-17

shaping the policy of this government for
al time to come.
The ponderous senator Thurston, of Ne
hraska has been Illuminating about the
magnificent Endorsement" which Nebraska
has given the administration of Mckinley
and has been proclaiming great victory
for the gold standard. The newspaper re-
ports from Omaha laid particular stress
on the election of Mercer in this district
be in Omaha on election day, and they
have drawn the inference that Bryan's own
state has repudlated him.
These claims will have 10 be materially
revised, now thst 1t has been discovered
that the fusion ticket has been elected in
that state, and II is more than likely, there
fore. that Senator Thurston will have little
TO say on the subject of administration in
dorsement. He viii probably also be less
sangulne that there has been a great wave
of conversion among tie people Of the state
toward the gold standard. As for the first
district. which re-elects Mercer, the fact OF
the matter is that Merccrs race was moi
''''-''N w 'iIlbIiHi 1851 eh Ut All, except SO
tar as an appeal to sustain the president
on account of the war may be said to be a
national issue. Mercer had two issues in
his caryfss. One was the war, which he
worked for all it was worth. The other
WIS the Omaha exposition
Mercer claimed all the credit for having
eot the government appropriation for the
exposition. and went so far as to get Tom
Reeds ii Endorsement to that effect The ex-
position was a SPLENDID success FROM "a
As we'll MS an artistic standpoint,
aud Mercer and his friends used his work
FER It as his chief campaign argument. The
district is strongly republican that
way oven when Bryan swept the stute--
and this fact. taken in connection with ia
Npos.tcn claims. pulled him through.
There was no gold STANDARD in it. aud
here is no rebuke to Colonel Bryan in the
lefeat of tho democratic candidate. esen
= he was the personal friend of the former
presidential nominee.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1898-11-17

see that sites for camra were selected only
where an abundance OF pure water was nc
cessible, or chat questionable water was
boiled, and the failure OF the commssary
department TO provide an abundance Of the
best food, are simply inexcusable and crim-
inal. The component aud tho very first
Precautions for tho preservation OF the
health Of the troops were not taken.
These things ere intcligently looked
after in ali other armies than our own.
Tho monarch. even the absolute 'lcspot, has
ii tender care for the health Of his army.
Only the great bUastfully humane republic
faiis to guard It's soldiers from impure
water. had and scanty food, disease breed
ine camp sites and general neglect.
our Philadelphia contemporary very
properly concludes that uutii our military
and medical authorities can vanqush ty-
phoid and epidemic disease among the SOL
diers I'VE should not be circulating among
the other nations with chip on our
sb0utderi"