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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
COLD KILLING STOCK.
Cattle Are Dying in Great Num-
berS in the West for
Lack of Food

Denver, Col. Feb. 1.-The reports com
ing in constantly from the ranges in all
parts of the West show very badly for
the cattle and other stock roaming the
plains during the terrible weather 1t is
will be in danger of heavy losses if the
cold continues longer. People coming
into Denver from the South and West sd Y
that punches Of cattle are frequently seen
Wallowing III three or four feet Of snow
and standing against trees with their
backs TO the wind. 1t IS getting harder
daily for them 10 obtain any feed from
browsing, as Il thin but stiff crust is
forming IL many places on the drifts.
which renders it very difficult fer the
animals to reach the food beneath.
John W. Springer, president of the Ma
tlonal Livestock association. has received
advices from Montana. Wyoming and
Texas TO the effect that there will be
heavy losses in the vast herds Of range
cattle within the week.
The weather is fair today, but con-
tinues very cold. the minimum tempera-
ture in this city last night being - de-
grees below zero. The Denver & Rio
Grande and Colorado Midland railways
have redoubled their efforts to open their
lines west Of Leadville and through traf-
tic over the Colorado TranSc0ntincntal
route will probably be resumed today or
tomorrow II the latest The Midland
Terminal road has been cleared of snow
and traf over this line TO Cripple Greek
was resumed today. The Colorado South
err is making good progress toward re-
opening its line to Le2dville, but the
GunniSOn end of the line has been aban-
doned for the present, Gunnison being
reached O"er the Denver & Rio Grande.
While there is considerable uneasiness
among stockmen over the continuation of
% Srn
comes q change within the next three
days the loss will not be nearly as heavy
as generally expected.
Reports received by the Denver Stock
man from all sections of the West indi-
cate but few losses to date in Colorado,
Utah and New Mexico. but in Northern
Wyoming and Montana. where the most
cattle are on the open range, it is feared
shat the losses will be heavy, unless g;
change comes almost Immediately as the
cattle were not SO carefully gathered Ill
The early winter as in Colorado and
Utah
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08

when the Americans generally advanced.
During the night, in response to Ad-
miral Dewey's signals, flashed across
from Cavite, the United States cruiser
Charleston and the gunboat Concord.
stationed at Malabon, poured deadly
fire from their secondary batteries into
the Filipino trenches at Caloocan.
After daylight the United States dou-
ble-turret, sea-going monitor Monad-
mock opened fire off Ialate and kept
Smelling the FiliDinos' left flank, while
the other vessels shelled the right flank
for several hours.
By l o'clock the Americans had appar-
emily completely routed the enemy, and
had taken the villages of Palawapong,
Santa Mesa, Pace, Santana, San Pedro,
Macorte, PandOcan and Pasi, has de-
Stroyed hundreds of native huts and had
secured possession Of the water main res
ervoir distance of over six miles The
Tennessees Joined the firing line at 10
o clock on Sunday morning and assisted
in capturing Santa Mesa.
Fired on Kings Staff
One of the most notable events of Sun
days work was driving the Filipinos out
of their stronghold at Pace by the re-
serve, Il few companies of Californians
commanded by Col. Duboce The main
road to the village was lined by native
huts full of Filipino sharpshooters.
After they had been firing upon Gen
King and his staff, killing driver, and
firing on an ambulance of the Red Cross
society, Col. DubOce ordered the hutS to
be cleared and burned. The Filipinos
concentrated in Pace church and con-
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
HOTEL GUARANTEED.
Smallpox Shuts Up Guests IN the
Vendomc at Omaha.

Omaha, Neb.. Feb. A hotel full of
guests was quarantined and armed po-
icemen stood at the doors and windows
TO prevent the people escaping yester-
day.
Three cases of smallpox were discov-
cred at the NendOme hotel, in the center
of the city. The health department was
notified and plans were decided upon for
Quarantining the place. Policemen raced
to the scene and when the guests started
on their accustomed morning duties they
were driven back into the house by force
Travelling men begged to be permitted to
get away, guaranteeing to leave the city
by the first train or on foot if necessary,
but none was given his liberty
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
LUCANIA IN A GALE.
The Cunard Liner Reaches New
York After Tempestuous
Passage.

New York, Feb. G.-The Cunard steam
er Lucania arrived this morning from
Liverpool and Queenstown after a most
tempestuous passage lasting seven days
and nineteen hours From the time the
11ucania left the Irish coast until she ar
rived on the American coast she expert
enced succession of terrific west gales
and high seas On February 2 the wind
blew with hurricane force, accompanied
by heavy snow squalls and mountainous
seas, IN which the big liner was COM
PEELED to lay to for sixteen and one-haIf
hours, when the storm settled into a
strong gale with fierce squalls and high
seas, gradually moderating on nearing
Nantucket. The Lucania rode the storm
in splendid shape and received no dam
age
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08

vent, where they made L determined
stand in the upper stories.
A platoon of CalifOrnians stationed on
q neighboring bridge, maintained hot
fire on the Filipinos, but was unable to
dlslOdge them. In the face of terrific
fuslll&de, Col. Duboce and few volun-
teers dashed into the church. scattered
coal oil inside of it, set fire to the oil and
retired.
In the meantime Capt. Dyer's battery
of the Sixth artillery bombarded the
church, dropping a dozen shells into the
tower and roof. Co. l. and part of CO.
q of the Californians charged into the
church, but were unable to ascend the
single flight Of steps leading to the story
above.
After the incendiaries had retired. a
company of the Idahos and the Wash
ington guards, stationed on either side of
the building, picked off the Filipinos as
they were smoked out. Many of the reb-
els, however, escaped into the brush in
the rear Of the church. The AlGaricans
captured tifty-three of the rebels and dur
ing the fighting about the church twenty
Of the rebels were killed
Some $500 women, children and nom
cOmbatantS were allowed to enter the
American lines after promising to go to
the houses of friends and remain there
Gen. Kings Gal1antry.
The engagement proved a veritable
slaughter of Eilipinos, hundreds Of them
being killed. Gen. Kings brigade
charged upon a numerically stronger
force OF the enemy, and, yelling wildly.
grove them helter-SGelter into the PaSig
river, where, in a frenzy Of terror, they
We're drowned like rats
The utter fearlessness of the American
soldiers was never better demonstrated
than at this engagement. They appeared
to lind delight in battle and every man
was glad to get into action
The general commanding the American
troops is also worthy of high praise for
the manner in Which he has dealt
with the situation. The forces
could scarcely have been better dis
posed to repel any attack that might
have been made by the FiliDnos. 1t
transpires that though the attack was
sudden, 1t was fully expected, and every
precaution had been taken to meet the
contingency.
Official Report OF the Fight.
Washington. d. c.. Feb. 6.-The fol-
lowing dispatch was received from Rear
Admiral Dewey:
Manila, Feb. 5.-Secretary of Navy: In
SurgentS here inaugUrated general engage
ment yesterday night which has continued
today. The American army and navy are
generally successful Insurgents have been
driven back and our line advanced. No
casualties TO navy. DEWEY.
Gen. Otis reported the battle as fol
lows:
Manila, Feb 5.-To the Adjutant- General:
insurgents in large force opened attack on
our outer lines at $40 p. IN. last evening:
renewed attack several times during night:
at O'Clock this morning entire line en-
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
Benefits of a PaDer,

"Once upon time" says the Houtzdale
Pa.j Journal, "a man got mad at the edi-
tor and stopped the paper. In a few
weeks be sold his corn at cents less than
the market price. Then his property was
sold for taxes because he didn't read the
sheriff's sale. He paid $40 for a lot OF
forged notes that had been advertised
two weeks and the public warned agains.
them He then rus,ied to the printing o.
flee and paid several years subscription in
advance. and had the editor sign an agree
ment in advance, and had the editor sign
IN agreement that he was to knock hlr'
down if he ordered his paper to be stoppc.i
again"
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
In Winter Use Aliens Foot-Ease.

a powder to be shaken into the shoes.
During winter your feet feel uncomfort-
able, nervous, and often cold and damp
If you have perspiring, smarting feet or
tight shoes, try ALIENS FOOT-EASE.
1t warns and rests the feet and makes
walking easy. Cures swollen and sweat
ing feet, blisters and callous spots. Re
Eeves corns and bunions of all pain and
is certain cure for Chilblafns and Frost
bites. Try it today Sold by all drug
gists and shoe stores for 25c. Trial
package mailed FREE. Address, Allen.
S. Olmstead. lie ROv. n. Y.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08

gagged; all attacks repulsed; at daybreak
advanced against insurgents and have driy-
en them beyond the lines they formerly ot-
cupied, capturing several villages and
thei defense works; insurgent loss in dead
and wounded large: our own casualties Thus
far estimated at 175, few fatal. Troops en-
thusiastic and acting fearlessly. Navy did
splendid execution on Hanks of enemy; city
held in check, and absolute quiet prevails:
insurgents have secured q good many
Mauser rifles, few field pieces and quick
firing guns, with ammunition, during last
month. OTIS
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
ACCUSED SOLDIER FREED.
Conspiracy to Expose an Israe1it c
Exposed by Court Martial.

Paris. Feb. GA cOurt-martial at Al
giers has pronounced a Judgment which
the Figaro characterized as doing the
greatest honor to the conscience and i'm
partially Of the military jurisdiction.
y zouave named Lilly, of Israe elite
faith, was brought before the court-mar-
tial charged with theft Two of his com
rades, in his absence from his room, hid
5-franc piece in his mattress, and then
denounced him to the adjutant on duty,
stating that someone had stolen a D.
franc piece and 25-franc banknote, and
that they suspected Lilly.
The court-martial exposed the plot and
resulted in the release of the prisoner.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
Another Stamp Tax Decision.

Washington, d, c.. Feb 6-The attor-
ney-general in an opinion submitted to
the secretary of the treasury holds that
under the provisions Of the war revenue
act what are known as reinsurance poll
cies,' since a contrary practice would
have the effect of levying a double tax
on single transa ction, which was not
contemplated by the law
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
Dewey Signals to Open Fire.

The Third artillery silenced the Calm
galan battery by firing two guns stimuli
taneously, which was followed immedi-
ately by volleys from the infantry
About midnight there was a lull in the
firing, lasting until 3:45 a. H., when the
whole Filipino line reopened fire The
Americans poured terrific fire into the
darkness for twenty minutes, and then
there was another lull until daylight
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
In After Years.

She-''Before we were married you Of
ten spoke of being intoxicated with love
for me"
He-''True, may dear, but you must re-
member we have been married nearly
three years"
it,"
He-"Oh, nothing! Only there isn't
much hope for q man who doesn't sober
up in that length of time"
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
c. A. R. CHIEF IS DEAD.
Col. j. A. Sexton of Chicago Ez-
pires at Washington.
COMMANDER is GONE.
Former Postmaster of Chicago and
Lately a Member of War In
yestigating Board.

Washington, D. c., Feb. Cool
James A. Sexton, commander-in-chiefo of
the G. A. r. and a member of the war
Investigating commission, died Saturday
morning at Garfield hospital in this city.
Col Sexton had been suffering from
the grippe and acute articular inhamma-
tory rheumatism, with ankles, knees and
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
To be Made Seaport.

Belgium has already appropriated
funds for Transforming Brussels thirty
miles inland, into a seaport for trans
atlantic steamers. Now it is proposed to
open a canal at least twenty feet deep
from Brussels to Charleroi, thirty miles
further inland, at a cost of $4,000, 900,
and thus make the latter city accessible
by all coasting craft and Rhine steam
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
Death of a Colorado judge

Denver, Col, Feb, 0.-Judge Victor Z.
Elliott died suddenly of an attack of
cerebral hemorrhage. He was born near
Mansfield, Pa. and was so years old.
He enlisted as private in the Civil war
and mustered out with the rank of ma
jor. He was elected to the Supreme
court in 1888, serving until 1895. He
was prominent member Of the G. A X.
and the Loyal Legion,
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
HARCOURT'S SUCCESSOR.
Sir Henry Campbell annern1ar
Chosen to Lead the Lib
eral Party.

London, Feb. Cat a meeting Of the
Liberal members of Parliament at the
Reform club. the Rt. Hon. Sir Henry
Campbell formerly chief
secretary for Ireland and later score
tary of state for war, was elected to
succeed Sir Vernon Harcourt as leader
of the Liberal party.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
Denies Woodford's Statement.

Madrid, Feb. 4-The Duke of Tetuan.
formerly minister Of foreign affairs, has
published a formal denial of the state
ment attributed to Gen. Stuart L. Wood
ford, the former minister of the United
States here, that the United States
asked for the recall Of Capt.-Gcn. Wey-
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
California Winery Burned.

ton Hill winery. the property of |.
Iandsberger Of San Francisco, has been
destroyed h. fire, together with 100000
gallons of wine. The site of the plant is
about one mile from this city. The
loss is estimated at between $50, 900 and
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
What Do the Children DRINK 2

Don't give them tea or coffee Have
you tried the new food drink called
GRAIN-O? Il is delicious and nourish-
ing, and takes the place of coffee The
more Grain-O you give the children the
more health you distribute through their
systems. Grain-O is made of pure grains,
and when properly prepared tastes like
the choice grades of Coffee but costs
about Il as much. All grocers sell it. 15c.
and 25c
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
PERIODS OF PAIN.

Menstruation, the balance wheel of
woman's life, is also the bane of exist
ence to many because it means time of
great suffering.
While no woman is entirely free from
periodical pain, it does not seem to have
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
South is Patriotic

Montgomery, Ala, Feb. 4.-The House
Of Representatives has. without a dis
senting vote, adopted resolution that
the national flag be hoisted over every
schOolhouse in the state and be kept
floating there forever
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
The Year Round.

All the year around chronic or neg
worse in chilly, damp weather, but new
er SO bad that st. Jacobs Oil can't
promptly and effectually cure it.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
THE PRESIDENTS NEPHEW.
James Mckinley Appointed a Second
Lieutenant in the Army.

Lieutenant in the Army.
Washington, d. c.. Feb 4-James
Mckinley, who was yesterday appointed
Il second lieutenant III the regular army,
is a son of President McNinley's brother.
Abner. The young man is shy, gem
tlemanly, courteous fellow, who has par
ticularly endeared himself to all with
whom he has come in contact In spite
of his noticeable modesty he is one of the
veterans Of the war, having seen active
service with the Eighth Ohio infantry.
The young girls who have been house
guests of the President are particularly
prospects and already call him general"
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08

-Reversionary requests, amounting to
100000 are made to charitable institu-
tons in Philadelphia by the will OF John
). Ora ham of that CITY,
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08

"A negro burglar at Norristown, Pa,
was recently tracked by corn, which he
had sifted through hole i'll his pocket
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08

In Denmark it is the law that all
drunken persons shall be taken to their
homes in carriages provided at the ex-
pense Of the publican who sold them the
LAST glass
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08

"A tiger with a glass eye is in a me-
nagerie at Stuttgart, and looks as fierce
with his glass eye as with the real one.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
Coughing Leads to Consnmntion.

Kemp's Balsam will stop the cough at
once. Go to your druggist today and ger
cent bottles. Go at once; delays are dam
gerouS.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
FIGHT THE F|L|P|kOS.
Americans Give the Insurgents a
Good Drubbing.
A SUDDEN ATTACKS
The Rebels Make u Break at United
States Outer Lines, but Are
Promptly Driven Back.

Washington, D. c., Feb. 6,-Admiral
Dewey cabled the navy department to-
day as follows:
Manila, Feb. 6.-Secretary Of the
Navy, Washington: Insurgents have at
tackled Manila. The Boston leaves to-
day for noilo to relieve the Baltimore,
which Will return to Manila. Two men
wounded yesterday on board Monad-
mock, one seriously. Dewey"
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08

Manila, Feb. G.-To the World. New
York: We control situation. Engage
ment, which continued for the twenty
four hours ending last evening, was SAT
iSfactory. Otis.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08

New York. Feb. 6.-The Evening
World today prints the following dis
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
True Greatness
In Medicine

Is proved by the health of the peo-
pie who have taken it. More peo-
pie have been made well, more
cases of disease and sickness have
been cured by Hoods SarsapariIla
than by any other medicine in the
world. The peculiar combination,
proportion and process in its prep
aration make Hoods Sarsaparilla
peculiar to itself and unequalled by
any other. Get only Hoods
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08

wrists much swollen. His kidneys were
also badly affected, though his trouble
III less degree, had been chronic for
several years.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08

been ma
lures plan
that women
otherwise
healthy
should suffer
SO severely.
Lydia E. Pin.
hams Vege-
table Com (
pound is +
the most Z
thorough fe-
male regula-
tor known t.
medical sci
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08

Washington, D. c., Feb. 6.-Army Of
fcers believe Dewey's Dispatch received
today. 4 belated cable. while naval Off
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1899-02-08
Official Report OF the Fight.

Washington. d. c., Feb. 6.-The fol-
lowing dispatch was received from Rear
\ 6n1iP11 Dewey
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1899-03-15

A sleighride was INDUCED In Thurs
day evening by the younger set tt
Section 80. The weather was fine and
the enjoyment was plentiful.
Martin Seoll returned Monday even.
ing from his trip to his native land
in Europe. Martin enjoyed the trip
but was also pleased to return.
Mrs. Jas. Hodgon came up from
Soudan yesterday to make arrange
ments for removing To this city, Mr..
Hodgon being employed at the Pho,
neer.
Don't forget that you can buy a
three-quart dinner pail at Gleason IS
for fifteen cents. A No. s wash boiler
for 80 cents and No. 9 wash boiler
for one dollar.
Al. Bedford has improved his ton
serial parlors by the addition OF two
handsome new chairs and mirrors.
The shop has also been repapered and
otherwise beautided.
r. n. Day. OF Duluth, member OF
the firm Of Day Brus.. who are becom-
ing rapidly heavily interested in this
vicinity, was in the city few days
this week. c. L. Gillian has charge
of their work hereabsuts and is con-
stantly acquiring much tim Der for the
firm.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1899-03-15

Last week we Inadvertently om-
itCed TO mention the arrival at the
E. ]. Morcom residence of new baby
girl last Wednesday. All concerned
doing well, however.
Mrs. Jas. Carey, took her departure
this morning for Chicago where she
will join her husband and take up
their residence. Mr.. Carey being:em-
ployed by the Illinois Steel Co.
The six year old daughter of Mr..
and Mrs. Thos Roberts, died yester-
day OF gastric ailments. The remains
were taken to Tower this morning
where the funeral occurs tomorrow.
The board Of registration, compos-
ed of Peter Schaefer, John Dollar and
w. r. Opie. met Tuesday and revis-
ed the list of electors. Next Tuesday
and the Tuesday after are registra-
tion days.
Engine No. Sc of the D. & 1. r has
been sold to the Ell Paso s. North
eastern. The engine was started to-
wards Texas last week. 1t is said
more of the SOS will be purchased by
this road.
Moody Laughney, arrived in the
city Monday evening from Duluth
and has accepted position with E.
A Roberts. Mr. Roberts is also con-
templating putting in new set Of
fixtures.
A. j. Fenske has resumed the build
ing Of the furniture department being
added to his hardware store. The
building was begun late last fall and
discontinued Oh account of cold
weather.
VIM. Locher. brother Of Mrs. Jos.
Seraphine arrived in the CITY last
evening from Ishpeming Mich. Mr..
Locher will prove available acquisit-
ion to the City band being q good
snare drummer.
The notorious Eveleth balloon case
which threatened to rival the famous
calf case, has been settled in favor of
the hotel keeper who boarded the
Eighty Jenkins. Tue case created
much amusement in district court.