davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
CHINA SELLS RIGHTS.
Anglo-ltalian Syndicate Gets VAL
liable Railroad PriVileges-Must
Watch Our Chance.

New York, July 25.-The Tribune pub
fishes the following from the CORE
spondent at Pekin, China: The railroad
situation in China is rapidly improving.
Conservatism has apparently been at
last thrown overheard and the govern
Ment Is dealing out contracts and cOnceS-
slons with almost a reckless hand The
only completed line in the empire is that
from Pekin to Shan Hal Kuan, via
lien Tsin, distance Of about $50 miles,
put the road from Pekin to HanKow,
known as the Lu Kow railway, because
It connects with the Pekin-Tien Tsin
t!ne at Lu kOw bridge is being pushed
forward as rapidly as the rails can be
furnished by the Han Yang Iron works
at HanKow.
Inc private lines so far authorized are
the Han Kuang line from HanKow to
canton, valuable concession. which has
been granted to the American Wash
burn-Carey syndicate of New York Then
mere is a concession granted to Dr.
1oung Wing to procure foreign capital
and build trunk line from Tien Tsin to
Shanghai. This line will ultimately be the
pest BUSINESS venture in China. The lat
est road authorized is that granted to
the RussO-Chiuese bank This road runs
from Ia1 Yuan Flu, the capital Of the
rich province of Shansi, to Chang Ting
fu, on the Lu Han line, thus connecting
with the trunk line south.
But OF far more importance than the
mere granting of railroad concessions
as showing the spirit of progress q walk
ened IS the recent industrial concession to
the Anglo-Italian syndicate. represented
at Peklng by Chevalier Luzzatti. This,
the hrst industrial concession to be
sealed in the Tsung Ii Yamen, with the
great seal of the foreign office, grants to
the Anglo-ltalian syndicate exclusive
nights to the immense coal and iron beds
that exist in Southern and Central
Shansi, with the right to build railways
and cut canals to navigable rivers. A
year ago famous Russian traveller rub
Lshed his observations on this particular
held. which is characterized as being
the richest in iron and coal Of all spots
III the world. The article was published
III the Kobe Chronicle of January 8. 1898.
The Pacific coast will in a few years
II properly encouraged, be the market for
a vast trade with China and with a hold
upon the Eastern world such as possess
SION OF Manila would give, America with
England could command the commercial
control of Chinese ports
III Russia and Germany are allowed to
pursue the exclusive and selfish policy of
personal aggrandizement, as so far set
forth III their occupation of Port Arthur
and klaO Chan, with control of large pOr-
tons OF Chinese territory, to the exclu-
sion OF other nations. American commerce
must suffer. The AngI0-Italian syndicate
has secured the banner mining province
Of China as its working field and proposes
to use machinery and men largely from
America and England. Other provinces
and other concessions Will follow.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
DIED A. CENTENARIAN.
Sheboygam County, Pioneer Wonsaap
Expires at Ripe Age.

Sheboygan, Wis, July 23.-[speoiall-
The remains, of Mrs. Johanna Carlotta
Najacht were. inferred, in the town of
Sheboygan yesterday. Mrs. Naiacht was
centenarian, having been born. in Ger
many, February Ii, 1897, but had lived, in
this country for half a century,. al good
part Of the time in this county: Al short
while ago she fell and broke her. leg and
since that time she has declined in, HeaIth
tShe lived with her son Gottfred several
miles north of the city. 1t was not known
that there was a centenaran living in che
county until the death of this. woman re-
veaied the fact. She is survived by four
children, two sons and two daughters, all
of whom live. in the town of SheboygaalA
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
VICTIM DISAPPEARS.
Superior Man Leaves Police in
Peculiar Situation

tion of Lizzie Sedwick, charged with the
shooting of William Mccarthy nearly
three weeks ago, is set for today in munich
pal court, but it is, douhtful whether the
ease will be pushed. Mccarthy was shot
through the neck and it is a wonder the
shot was not fatal. Mccarthy survived,
however, and about a week ago went ous
one morning without the doctors consent
and has not returned When the SHOOT
ing occurred the victim was out on bail,
having just been up in the municipal court
on account of disturbing the peace and
violating other laws
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
PULPIT IN SHANGHAI.
Rev. E. NJ. Hill Receives Offer to Con-
tinue Work in China.

La Crosse, Wis, July 23.-[SpeciaL1-
Rev e. NJ. Hill and bride have been Wis
iting in La Crosse, BeIoit and other
Western points. DR.. Hill has just re-
member of the Missionary commission
sent out by the Congregational church,
he made an extended tour through China
and Japan, observing the missionary
work and results and the needs of the
several districts. He has been offered
the pastorate of the British-American
church in Shanghai, but he has not yet
decided to accept. DR.. Hill was gradu-
ated from Beloit in rs He took three
years of theology at Andover and a
year at Yale, finishing his postgraduate
course, he was offered the passionate of
the local Congrega tional church in Mon
treal, post which he has since filed
continuously
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
SOLDIERS AT PLAY.
Boys at Camp Douglas Given an
Opportunity to Indulge
in Athletics.

Camp Douglas, Wis, July 23.-[Spe-
ial.l-The detail for tomorrow will be:
Officer of the day, Capt Neville; officers
of the guard, Lieut.. Mckay and Lieut..
Moses.
There was no drill this afternoon, the
regiment having closed a week of hard
work at noon today when Col Seaman
ordered all drills suspended to enable the
men to indulge in athletic sports.
The feature of the afternoon will be a
game of baseball between the battery and
a club made up from the First battalion.
On account of the large number of Wis
ltors expected in camp tomorrow at an
early hour, religious services will be held
at O-clOck a. M. instead of 1910
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
MARINETTE EXPLOSION.
Onoccupied Home Destroyed by
Fire from Causes
Unknown

Marinette, Wis, July 23.-[Special. /
A terrible explosion occurred this morn
ing at LOS at the home of Ed Brown
on Marinette avenue, which was fol-
lowed by fire resulting in the total de-
struction of the building and its contents,
amounting to about $1,000 in value. A
large amount of liquor had been stored
IN the cellar and it is thought that gas
was generated by it, resulting in the ex-
ploslon. Houses in the neighborhood were
shaken and many windows broken. For
tunately the Brown family were camping
at Lakeside at the time.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
Bure1aries at Sparta,

Sparta, Wis, July 25.-[ Special J.
Several houses were entered here last
night by burglars and small sums of mon
ey, watches and jewelry taken from the
sleeping occupants. A lack of thorough
ness in the robbery and the awkward
way in which the houses were entered
marks it as the work of tramps rather
than professionals. A thorough search is
being made for the perpetrators, but no
clue has been found as yet.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
CONSIDER THE PLANS.
Oshkosh Board to Hurry the $4,000
Library Building.

Oshkosh Wis, July 23.-[Special j
Tonight the library board will meet the
several architects of the city to decide
upon which of the plans submitted for
the new public library building shall be
accepted. The building will cost in the
neighborhood of $4,000 and when COM
pleted VIII be one Of the most imposing
is no reason for delay in the matter of
building a library, the funds being all pro-
vided and in the hands of the proper city
officials Work will have been COM
menced and will be under way by the
first snowfall
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
HONOR DEAD SOLDIER.
All Marshfie1d Turns Out to the En-
neral of CORPORAL BarteIIs

Marshfeld, Wis. July 25.-[Special.l-
The whole city of Marshfeld turned out
today to attend the funeral of Corp.
Herman Bartells, who died at Charleston
on Wednesday of typhoid fever. The
services were conducted by the local Mod
ern Woodmen lodge and the lodges from
neighboring towns. The Badger state
band, of which Bartells was treasurer
previous to his departure, led the process
sion. Bartells was a corporal in Co. A,
Second regiment, and one Of the strong
est boys that belonged to the company.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
WALK TO CINCINNATI.
Two Aged Badger Veterans Under
take to- Travel Penni1ess.

Oconto, WIS. July 23.-tSpecirl. /
O. Nickerson of this city, aged 10, and
James A. Rapp of Marinatte, aged So,
Marinette to Cincinnati in forty-two days,
starting without cent in. their. pockets
They craim to have a standing otter of
$500 each if they accomplish the journey
within the time prescribed. Both are
veterans and members of the G.. A. r.
and each will wear the uniform Of that So
cipty
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
New Professor of Oratory.

/ Madison, Wis, July 25.-[ Special. IA
dispatch from La Porte, Ind, says that
A. R. Priest, professor of rhetoric and
oratory at De PAW university, has ten
dered his resignation to accept a similar
position with the University of Wiscon-
sin at Madison. Prof. Priest has been
connected with De Paw for five years.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
PRIVATE M'COURT DEAD.
Fond du Lac Soldier Dies in Hospital
at Charleston.

Fond du Lac, Wis, July 25.-[S Special
"A telegram received here this morning
from Charleston announced the death of
Arthur McCourt, u private in Co. E.
When the call came to recruit the compa-
MES up to 101, McCourt was one of the
first to enlist He had served three years
with the company, his time expiring some
months before the call for troops came
The body will be sent to this city, his
widowed mother having made arrange
mpOtS.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
1uheritS an Estate.

Marinette, Wis, July 25.-[Special.E
William Mckenzie, an employee of the
Savings Bank store, has received a letter
from his attorney in Scotland, informing
him that the contesting of the will of his
grandfather has been settled by compro-
mise and that he will receive by it val
VA BILE property near Toronto, Can. The
exact value of the property could not be
ascertained, but is said to be valued at
Snynral thou Sand dollars
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
Police Search for a Man.

Appleton, Wis, July 25.-The police
are looking for . William Betz of this
city, who has been missing for two OF
three years, and who. his mother be-
THAT was heard of him was when he was
IN the neighborhood of Forest county
aud the work of the police is in Forest
and Wood counties.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
Fell Sixty Feet.

Marinette. Wis, July 25.-Harvey
Lindstrom had a severe fall at the yards
of the Marinette Lumber company. He
wished to walk from one lumber pile to
another and placed an inch board ever
the gap. When in the center of the
board it broke, and he fell to the ground
below, distance of sixty feet. In fall
ing he struck the lumber pile with his
head and was carried to his home uncon-
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
Another Son Drowned.

Berlin, Wis, July 23.-[Special i
Charles, the 7-year-old son of August
Eichman, was drowned while bathing in
the Fox river below the dam at the Rer-
lin docks yesterday afternoon He could
not swim and got beyond his depth and
went under. Several small boys were
in bathing with him, but were unable to
rescue him. The body was recovered by
the locktender. This is the second child
that the father has lost in Fox river with
in two years.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
Spanish Banks Conditior

Madrid, July 25-The Bank of SPANS
report for the week ended Saturday
shows the following changes: Gold in
hand increased 1,383,000 pesetas; silver
in hand Increased 636.00O pesatas; notes
il circulation Increased 2,517, 900 pesetas.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
BECOMES an ARMY ChaD1ain

A1goma, Wis, July 25.-[Special ]
Rev. T. J. Eppling, pastor of st. Pauls
Lutheran church in this city. has received
his appointment as plain-at-large in
the army and left today for Jacksonville,
Fla. where he will enter upon his new
duties. Mr.. Eppling delivered a fare
lMeIl address to his congregation Sunday.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
A PLUCKY OFFICER.
Trem pea1eau Authorities Land Five
Escaped Criminals in Jail.

Escaped Nr1InlnaIs IN JAM
Trempealeau, Wis, July 25.-Five pris-
oners, who escaped from the Black River
Falls Jail on July 10, We're rounded up
about midnight last night by Marshal
Merwin and a posse Of Trempealeau men.
The jailbirds attacked Merwin, who
was ahead of the posse, and beat him
brutally. Merwin shot two men before
assistance arrived. MerWin is badly in
jured. J. Congdon, ]. O'Brien, Lawrence
Sheridan and Thomas Hall were cap
tured. Hall is mortally wounded in the
groin. Flynn, who was slightly wound
ed escaDed
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
Iu1Y MRddin~S

New Richmond, Wis, July 25.-Miss
Emma Kaye. 4 popular young lady of this
city, and William Pfaff of ST Paul were
married this noon at the home of the
brides brother, E. o. Kaye, Rev. Snod-
grass officiating.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
Fire at SD3rta.

Sparta, Wis, July 25.-[SpeciaI.l /
The large machinery warehouse located
in the Chicago < Northwestern freight
yards, together with its valuable contents
Of buggies and farm machinery of all
kinds was totally destroyed by fire yester-
day afternoon. The fire is supposed to
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
Mormons Persistent at Oshkosh.

Oshkosh, Wis, July 23.-[Special l.
Oshkosh has been in the hands of Nor
mon missionaries for over a year mast.
They have been laboring with the peopla,
but up to date only one family has been
converted to the Mormon faith, Nightly
preaching services are held upon the
streets.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27

1t is unlawful in France for any per-
son to give solid food to infants that are
ander l year Old unless on the prescrip-
ton of a physician.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
RUSSIA TAKES A HAND.
Four Men-ofe-War- Leave Port Ar
thur, Presumably for the,
Philippines.

London, July ga special dispatch
from Shanghai says four Russian men-of-
war have left Port Arthur, and it is sup
posed their destination is the Philippine
islands.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
Chetek Hotel Burned.

Chetek, Wis, July 23.-The Sprague
house and store, with contents, was de-
stroyed by FIRE. The loss is $4,000, with
insurance of $1,000.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1898-07-27
A NEWsBOY'S GREAT LUCK.
Made $4,000 Selling Papers ct Daw-
SON City.

Seattle, Wish, July pa Chicago
newsboy. who withholds his name. left
here for home, dressed like a naboh and
with $4,000 in his pocket He had been
selling papers in Dawson,
Sistersville oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1896-1901, 1898-05-25
A Cure Guaranteed.

Russell's Certain Cough Cure is
a positive cure for Ia grippe, coughs
colds, sore throat, whooping cough
bronchitis, and all diseases of the
throat and lungs. 1t is superior
remedy for pains in the chest or the
relief Of persons suffering from con
sumption. Russel's Certain Cough
Cure has no equal as children's
remedy, being pleasant to the taste
and perfectly harmless. After tax
ing three-fourths of a 25c bottle i
you are not greatly benefited we
will refund you your money.
Ask for sample bottle, at Opers
House drug store and c. " Grier
drug store.
Sistersville oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1896-1901, 1898-05-25

New York, n. Y, May 2I.-The
Sun has just received a dispatch
from their London correspondent
to the effect that Great Baitain has
forwarded her ultimatum to France.
The ultimatum allows France
thirty days to withdraw her troops
and relinquish all claims tc the
Hinderlauds of Africa.
The situation is considered ex-
tremely grave, and may precipitate
these two great powers into war.
The African question has for some
time caused q controversy between
the two countries, and tine has
lessened the breach. It is not gen
orally believed that France will
concede the demands of John Bull,
and war is almost certain to follow.
Sistersville oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1896-1901, 1898-05-25
IT MAY BE- TRUE
The American Fleet Closed in
Upon the Dons
IN THE WINDWARD PASS
And Destroyed Them-The Re-
port From London.

The Report Is DIscredited at Washing.
ton-The Rumor Has Gained Wide Cir
cuIaiion, and Is Causing Intense Ex.
element.
Sistersville oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1896-1901, 1898-05-25

m.-At II o'clock today the navy
department received a dispatch
which caused intense excitement in
official circles: Secretary Long
went Immediately to the White
House and the message was OF
vital Importance, as the cabinet
officials seemed to be thoroughly
excited. The contents of the mes
sage were not given out, but the
pleased look displayed by the en-
ployes in the navy department it is
believed that it is a confirmation of
the report received this morning
concerning the engagement.
New York, p. m.-The Ever
ing Journal has just displayed but
letin announcing that SIMPSONS
fleet successfully ran the gauntlet
of mines and forts protecting the
entrance to Santiago harbor and
attacked the Spanish fleet in. COM
mand of Admiral CeHsfa. Later
dispatches add the Spanish fleet
was destroyed and several of our
ships were disabled. 1t is reported
that dispatch boat arrived at Key
West and Immediately upon its
arrival the supply boat Panther put
to sea with foods, medicines and q
large corps of army and navy sur
geons. Twelve hundred marines
we're also taken.
1t is reported that many of Samp
sons men were injured and mum
Der killed outright.
Sistersville oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1896-1901, 1898-05-25
TORPEDO BOAT HOLLAND
The Formidable Submarine
Craft Which is Expected
To RevoIutionIzs Naval warfare n
Now I'm Possession OF Uncle sam-Tbe
Government Has Taken Pos-esssen
Of Her and Alterations are Being
Made.

Washington, D. c., May 49,
Inventor Holland has succeeded in
selling his submarine torpedo boat
Holland to the government of the
United States. The boat is now id
possession of the government and it
has already begun extensive alter
ations. This formidable and unique
craft is expected to perform won-
ders and may be the means Of revo-
lutionizing naval warfare.
1t is expected that she viii be
able to destroy the most formidable
battleship ahoat without danger to
herself.
The French government has for
some time been maki=g ..strenuors
efforts to secure it for the Spanish
Sistersville oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1896-1901, 1898-05-25
A $780, 900 CASE.
Won by c. e. Pyle, o. W. O. .Hardnau ct
al. vs. HendersOn-An Important De-

cisiOn.
One of the most important cases
that has been through the Wetzel
county courts was ended this morn.
ing at New Martinsville when
Judge Freer decided the case OF
Pyle and others VS. James W.
Henderson, involving the title to
the Bun6ll lease. The decision is
in favor of c. E.Pyie, ,O.W. o. Hard
man and the others against Hen
.derson. The case involves $780,
900. The court also decided
the case OF Boyd Brothers,
and Mala1key & Mcmillan VS. ".
j. Brown. The decision was in IA
vor of the plaintiff and commands
that Brown execute to plaintiff a
conveyance for one-sixteenth in
terest in the D. ". Snider lease In
Elk Fork and that the plaintiffs are
entitled TO the money in the hands
of the receiver, ". L. Armstrong,
belonging to that one sixteenth in
terest.
Sistersville oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1896-1901, 1898-05-25
The Peking Salts.

San Francisco, Cal, May 49,
The City of Peking sailed from here
this afternoon for the Philippines,
having on board the First Regiment
of California volunteers for the
Philippines.
Sistersville oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1896-1901, 1898-05-25

Key West. Fla, May 23.-The
big battleship reached here this
morning, after voyage of over IS,
ooo miles without incident. Capt.
Clark and his crew are in excellent
health. The Oregon will await the
consignment of I3-inch projectiles,
that are now on their way here for
SIMPSONS feet. As soon as they
arrive, she will return and join
Sampson. No news has been re-
ceived here of the fleets but il IS be-
lieved Sampson has the Spaniards
cornered.
STEAMER CAPTURED.
The British steamship Aidan-
mohai, which attempted to run the
blocdade into.the harbor Of Havana
several days ago with load Of cat
tie and was warned away by the
blockading squadron, was picked
up this morning and brought to
this port today by the Osacola. Her
cargo of cattle and provisions had
been landed somewhere, as moth
ing was found on board. and she
vas attempting to get to sea.
Sistersville oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1896-1901, 1898-05-25
A Bouncing Boy.

Born, to Mr.. and Mrs. William
Neueuschwander early this morn
ing, a boy. 1T, is no small one,
either, weighing l;ttle more than
ten pounds. The mother and child
are doing well. Congratulations
and a treat, Billy"
Sistersville oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1896-1901, 1898-05-25
Admiral Dewey Still Maintain.
ing a Strict
BLOCKADE OF THE PORT
The Situation is Becoming
Alarming z

The Amount of Food Available VIII
Not Last Longer Than Ten Days-The
Charleston VIII Be There by Thai
Time If No Accident Occars-A Span
fsh Transport Captured.
Sistersville oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1896-1901, 1898-05-25

Washington, D. c., May "a
The greatest naval battle of mod
e1n times may have been fought,
although it is officially denied in
Washington. The London Mail
and Express this morning posted
the following bylletir: THE AMER
IcAN AND SPANISH FLEETS HAVE
MET IN THE WINDwARD PASSAGE,
AND THE SPANISH FLEET WAS De
sTRoYED." The bulletin further
adds, the American heets closed III
upon Cervera, and his feet was
crushed.
The Mail does not give its au-
thority, but it is conceded to be
conservative paper and not given
60 sensationalism. The fact that
our first news of Dewey's victory
came from London adds significance
to the report.
The Nindward Passage lies be-
tween Cuba and Haiti and is about
200 miles from Santiago de Cuba,
where the Spanish feet was sup
posed to be located. If the Span
ish feet was att mpting to make
Porto Rico the Windward Passage
would be their most practical and
direct route. Whether they have
met or not it is highly probable that
London will be the first to be noti-
fed of the engagement. Their
cables from Jamaica will convey
the news to Europe's metropolis
before the governments dispatch
boats can notify Uncle Sam.
The report has been freely circu-
lated throughout the United States
and has caused the most intense
excitement. Many inquiries at the
navy department reveals the fact
that naval
OFFICIALS ARE IGNORANT
of the rumored engagement and
the report is discredited here, al
though intense anxiety exists
in every department and they are
still momentarily expecting to
hear of an engagement, or other
sensational news from the fleets.
STOCKS JUMP.
London, May 24.-American
securities are strocg and active on
the exchange today. This is due
to the fact that spectators have
had reports from Cuba that are det-
rimental to the Spanish cause. The
contents of the message received is
not known.
It's True.
Washington, D. c., May 24. ) p