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The Forrest City times. [volume] (Forrest City, Ark.) 1871-1919, 1899-12-15

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The Forrest City times. [volume] (Forrest City, Ark.) 1871-1919, 1899-12-15
Bank Robber Killed.

Deep River, Conn. Dec. 14.-Four
unknown men undertook TO force an
sntrace to the Deep River savings bank
Tuesday night. The bank Waterman
shot and killed one of the robbers.
The others escaped.
The Forrest City times. [volume] (Forrest City, Ark.) 1871-1919, 1899-12-15
Cotton.

Quotations for middling range as fol.
ows: ST Louis, I-l6; New York. ll-isc'
Memphis. 7Ssc.
The Forrest City times. [volume] (Forrest City, Ark.) 1871-1919, 1899-12-15

Gen. Bates. at Zamboanga, reports
affairs there satisfactory. Nearly all
rifles have been surrendered"
Macarthur, at Bayambang, reports
that he holds as prisoners of war, Ma
bini. the ablest of the insurgents, and
founder of the late government"
The Forrest City times. [volume] (Forrest City, Ark.) 1871-1919, 1899-12-15

The news of the British reverse had
o bad effect on the stock exchange,
where there was a general relapse.
I lie latest advices from Gen. Gataere
show that no anxiety is felt for the
safety of his remaining troops, who
have been withdrawn to good posi-
fions along the railroad south of Mol
fcno
The Forrest City times. [volume] (Forrest City, Ark.) 1871-1919, 1899-12-15

There was also considerable testi-
mony on court prosecution through
out the state,o which the witness had
information. AS his evidence closed.
MIR. Roberts asked TO have all this ties
timony struck from the record. as tn:
witness was unable to testify to hi.
own knowledge.
The chairman permitted the test
mony to stand.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
UnIque Plea for Clemencv.

San Antonio, Tex, June 7.--Charles L. Beeler, Wells Fargo express mes senger who absconded December 2s with $50,000 was convicted in the dis trict court and sentenced to five years in the penitentiary. Beeler's counsel made plea for clemency on the fact that Beeler did not touch $3, GOO be- longing to numerous private parties, which was in the same safe at the time he absconded, but only carried away $50,000 belonging to the Southern Pacific, a big corporation which was able to stand the loss
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
Wm Resist the Iniunctlon.

Topeka, Kan, June 7.-The court of visitation did not take up the case against the Western Union Telegraph company because of the injunction suit filed against it in the federal court. The judges will appear before Judge Hook at Leavenworth and resist the injunction. They claim that the fed eral court has no jurisdiction under the federal law which reads: 'The writ of injunction shall not be granted by any court of the United States to stay pro- ceedings in any state court except in bankruptcy proceedings.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
woolgrowers Are Turned Down.

Washington, June 7.--Commissioner Hermann, of the general land office, decided to refuse the request of the woolgrowers of Utah and Wyoming for modification of his former order pro- hibiting the grazing of sheep on the Uintah reservation in Utah. The res ervation contains s75, 900 acres and there were petitions from the owners of about 2,oO0,0 900 sheep for the opening of the reservation to them.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
Three Girl Students Drowned.

Lebanon, H., June Miss Ruth Jepson, of Lebanon; Miss Florence Spies, of St. Jacob, and Miss Helene Jack, of Beaucoup, H., students of Me Kendree college, were drowned in Sil- yer creek, two miles north of here, yes terday afternoon. The young ladies were members of party of six, who had planned trip to Blue Bend, on Silver creek, about two miles north of Lebanon. They were in bathing when Miss Jepson got beyond her depth. The other two girls went to her rescue and all were drowned.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
Negotiations stin Pending.

London, June 7.-The secretary of state for the colonies, Mir. Chamberlain, replying in the house of commons to- day to Sir Edward Temperly Gourley, advanced liberal, member for Sunder- land, said that before the Anglo-Amer- lcan-Canadian high commission ad- journed proposals and counter-pro- posals for the arbitration of the Alaskan boundary were made, but the commissioners, he added, were unable to agree respecting the tribunal and terms of reference. The negotiations, however, were still proceeding between the governments of Great Britain and the United States.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
Western Union Earnings in Kansas.

Topeka, Kan, June 7.-The deposi- tions in the Western Union telegraph injunction cases in the district court have been filed. The total amount earned by the company in Kansas last year, exclusive of charges for press dis patches and government charges was S311, 932.62. The expense of operating the Kansas department was $2S4, 229. 16. The company brought suit to enjoin the enforcement of the new law reduc- ing telegraph rates.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
Site for tbe Missouri state Fair.

Sedalia, Mo, June 7.-The site of the Missouri state fair grounds, selected by the board of agriculture, is known as the Baker tract and is located in south west Sedalia. It contains 160 acres of upland prairie, dotted with beautiful groves of native timber, and is an ideal location for fair grounds. The Sedalia Water company will furnish free water for fire and drinking purposes, and the Sedalia Electric company will give an- nually to fair of it's fair grounds lines five per cent. of gross earnings for a period of ten years, the yearly income being estimated at $20, 900.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
Dr. Greene Loyal to William Jewell.

Liberty, Mo, June 7.-At the con clusion of the alumni address to-day at William Jewell college it was an nounced that President J. F. Greene would remain at the head of the col lege and not go to the Southern Bap- tist Theological seminary at Louisville, Ky, to the presidency of wh ich he was called last month. The announcement was also made that the board of trus- tees would increase the endowment fund of the college S20O,O for more buildings and for the improvement of the campus.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
A Cuban Census to Ra Taken
San Antonio Out Over Sroo.ooo.

San Antonio, Tex, June 7.-The final report to the city council yesterday of the committee of experts appointed to investigate the office of city collector shows total shortage covering pe- riod of four years to the amount of S106, S91.50. The shortage is divided as follows: Taxes collected and not ac- counted for, $13,04l.6o; interest on de- linquent taxes not accounted for, S15,- 3.5.30; penalties on delinquent taxes not accounted for, SITS, 534. 50.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
Andree IIeard Frnm.

Christiania, June 7.-The slip of pa- per found inside the cork buoy. picked up by two boys on May II last on the north coast of Iceland, as cabled to the Associated press yesterday, was in- scribed: Drifting buoy No. 7. This buoy thrown from Andree's balloon July [, 1897, 10:55 ?. m. Greenwich time, s2 north, 9 east. We are at an altitude of 600 meters. All well. An dree, Strindberg, Froenclel." The balloon, thus had only travelled seven hours and 50 minutes when the buoy was thrown out.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
Missouri Negroes to Meet.
win Go to the Phllipplnes.

New York, June 7.--The United States transport Meade, having on board the Nineteenth regular infan- try, from Porto Rico, arrived at Jersey City to-day, where the soldiers were met by many of their friends. The regiment is en route for Camp Meade, where the soldiers will remain until about June 15, then proceeding to San Francisco and from there to the Phil- ippines for duty. The men appeared to be all in good health and spirits and anxious to go to the Philippines.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
Affects Over Nine Thousand Positions

Civil Service Reform league has issued a statement denouncing the president because of his modification of the civil service rules. The claim is made that the order removes from civil service positions in various departments as follows: War department, 5,760; treas ury department, 1,773; interior depart ment, 934; department of justice, 329; post office department, PA; depart ment of agriculture, s1; navy depart ment, 52; head of bureaus, CT. Total, 9,240.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
MT. Bland Growing Weaker.

Lebanon, Mo-, June 1.-The condi- tion of Richard F. Bland is somewhat worse. He suffers from breathless spells and is losing strength. The physicians say that the outlook for re- covery is poor. Great national inter- est is manifested in MT. Bland's illness, as is shown by large number of sym pathetic telegrams from all parts of the col1ntrv
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
Advance in Steel Bniets and Pig Iron.

Pittsburgh, Pa, June 7.-Steel bill lets and pig iron has again advanced. The price of steel billets is now placed at $31 ton. Pig iron is selling at S17.50 in the valley, while the price in Pittsburgh is $1s.15. One lot of 600 tons and several smaller lots of billets were sold at $31 ton. It is said by prominent steel brokers that it is very hard to fill large orders on account of the heavy demand.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
A Few Days Respite for McAffee.

Jefferson City, Mo-, June 7.-Gov. Stephens granted respite to James McAffee the Carthage murderer, who was sentenced to be hanged Thursday. The respite is for 80 days and was granted for the purpose of giving an opportunity for an inquiry to be made as to the condemned mans sanity. The inquiry will be conducted by the sheriff of Jasper county.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
Missouri Pharmaceutical Association,

Jefferson City, Mo-, June 7.--The Mis- souri State Pharmaceutical association met here this afternoon and will re- main in session four days. An elab- crate programme has been arranged for the members entertainment. The meetings will be held in the hall of the house of representatives. A reception was given at the executive mansion to- night by Gov. and Mrs. Stephens. The travelling drug men of Missouri will also meet here during the week.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
spanish Prisoners in tie Philippines.

Madrid. June 7.--At a meeting just held at Valencia, the archbishop pre- siding. it was decided to telegraph an appeal to the peace conference at The Hague asking the delegates to consider the steps to be taken for the release of the Spanish prisoners in the hands of the Filipinos when their other labors are concluded.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
A Cyclone Cellar Saved Them.

Wichita, Kan, June IA cyclone struck the southwest part of the town of Ryan, I. T., last evening and totally wrecked two houses. The Davidson hotel was partially destroyed. No lives were lost, but cyclone cellar saved the Shelton family, whose house was torn to shreds.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08

ment while on a scouting expedition lost one man killed and one wounded and killed one officer and four men of the insurgents. Halls brigade remains in Morong to be rationed. Col. Who'll ley returns to Pasig.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
nemex salls from Honc Kong.

Hong Kong, June 7.-The Olympia, with Admiral Dewey on board, left here at four o'clock this afternoon. There was no demonstration. The weather was wretched. It was blow ing and raining hard at the time of the warship's departure
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
Bir sunday school Parade at sedaiIa.

Sedalia, Mo-, June 7.-Nearly 5000 children took part in the Sunday school festival held at Liberty park to-day. There was parade by Is Protestant schools, the procession being more than mile in length, with floats, ban ners and flags in line.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
xyin sirn Hnth EIection BiIIs.

Jefferson City, Mo, June 7.--Gov. Stephens will sign the election bills for St. Louis and Kansas City, it is said. He is preparing to leave Wednesday for a health resort in Indiana and will clear his desk of the legislative work before the hour of his departure.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
Flag ue Sufferers at Alexandria.

Cairo, Egypt. June 7.-The total numberer of plague sufferers at Alex. andria is placed at IA, of which two are dead. Four causes have been cured. Four new cases were reported yester- day, but no new cases have been re- ported elsewhere.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08

booker, the populist regents of the state agricultural college, who were removed by Gov. Stanley, has instituted in the court of appeals quo warranto proceeding to oust their successors, Yoe and Mcdowell.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
Miners at RIch uiIl strit.e.

Rich Hill, Mo, June 7.-The coal miners in this section held meeting in Rich Hill last night and agreed to go on strike. The meeting was the largest held here in years and at tines almost took the form of riot
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
BASEBALL GAMES.
National League.

At Brooklyn Brooklyn l4. Cleveland 2 At Philadelphia Philadelphia IS, Pittsburgh 3.
 At Boston-Boston 10, Cincinnati 5.s At Chicago O. Baltimore g. At Washington--Washin II, St. Louis 3.
 STANDINC OF THE f,IrrRS
The Mena star., 1899-06-08


 of Missouri Called at St. Louis July 20. New York, June IA conference of republican congressman of New York state to decide upon candidate for the spealxership of the house of representa- tives was held at the Fifth Avenue ho- tel to-day and resulted in decision to support David B. Henderson, of Iowa. The conference went into session be- hind closed doors. Representative Sherman did not go into the confer ence. He said it was his intention to obey the decision of the conference, whatever it might do. Congressman Ray and Wadsworth left before the conclusion of the conference and said they did so because Representative Lit tauer had offered resolution indorsing Mir. sherman. They said they considered this an insult to Mir. Payne, whom they favored as a candidate. Soon after those in the conference notified Mir. Sherman that they had decided to vote for him. Mir. Sherman then went into the con- ference and said that Mr. Henderson, of Iowa, having developed such great strength as would make him practical ly the only candidate, he would sug- gest that the delegation go over to that congressman. An informal discussion followed and it was decided to support Mir. Henderson. Representative Sher- man was requested to telegraph Mr. Henderson notifying him of this action The conference then adjourned
 National Association of Credit Men.
 Buffalo, N Y., June 7.--The fifth an nual convention of the National Asso- citation of Credit Men opened here to-day and will continue for three days. The question of petitioning con gross to amend the bankruptcy act will be the most important subject consid- cred William A. Prendergast, of New York, read paper on ''Law and Its Relation to the Trade and Commerce. "
 The Pure Food Investigation.
 Chicago, June 7.-Senator Mason was again the sole member of the pure food commission to-day. Scientists and makers of butter and beer and wine testified. Dr. Pruyin Springfield, of the Northwestern university, declared that salicylic acid is almost universally mingled in the beer drunk in this coun- try. He said he knew of cases where death was directly traceable to this
 Missouri Negroes to Meet.
 St. Louis, June 7.--The executive committee of the negro democratic | league of Missouri has issued call for state convention to be held at St. Louis July 20. Delegates are ex- pected to attend from all parts of the state. The chief objects of the con- vention are to discuss the situation and to provide thorough organization
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
THE PHILIPPINE CAMPAIGN.
Scores of Gen. Halls Soldiers Fall Out Owing to Heat and
 Want of Food.
SCHURNkN WANTS MORE CONCESSIONS

The President of the American Commis- sion Would Give the Fnipinos All They Want and End the Insurrection-Gen. Otis to Continue His Military Opera tions-The Town of Morong Captured.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
To Dust stanIey's AppoIntees.

Topeka, Kan. June 7.-G. C. Clem- ems. attorney for Hoffman and Linn.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
Western League.

At Indianapolis-K City l9, Indianapo- hs7.
 At Columbus Minneapoiis5 Columbus 3. At Buffalo-Buffalo 7. St. Paul 1. At Detroit-MilwauSee Q, Detroit 3.
 STANDING OF THE CLUES.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
One Veteran Kills Another.

Leavenworth, Kan, June 7.-In the killing of Edward Scholars by J. l.. Jones last night another murder was added to the long list committed in the s'Uniontown" district, collection of saloons at the entrance to the soldiers home reservation. Both are veterans, and Scholars lost his life over trifling dispute growing out Of game of cards
 l.. c. Hastings, assistant treasurer of the Rock Island. who committed sui eide at Topeka, Kan. by shooting, left a note that he feared he would lose his mind and preferred death to insanity.
 William Muir, 05. an old settler and one of the wealthiest men of Saline county. Kan. was drowned in tho Smoky river.
The Mena star., 1899-06-08
SPEAEERSHIP CONFERENCE.
New York Republican Congressman Decide to Support MT. Tender
 son for the Position.
CREDIT NEWS NATIONAL ASSOCIATION.

The Question of Asking Congress to Amend
 the Bankruptcy Act to Be Considered The Pure Food Investlgatlon- Conven-
 tion of the Negro Democratic League of Missouri Called at St. Louis July 20.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1899-06-08
OBITUARY.

DR.. j. N. Morse died at his home IN
Rocky Ford Sunday, June 4, aged II
years. Two months ago he had an
operation performed on an eye winch had
inevitable results OF the operation. in con-
nection with his extreme age, hastened
his death. DR.. Morse WAS native Of
New York. but practiced his profession at
Aurora, Ill, for several years. He had
lived in Colorado ten years, practicing in
the mountains, ut Colorado Springs and
Rocky Ford. Funeral services were con-
Quoted by the MasoDs at his late home,
u sermon being preache,l by DR.. Horn.
DIR. Morse leaves u widow and several
children, one son being present ut the
fnneral
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1899-06-08

The Rocky Mountain News OF Tues
day gives an account OF meeting of in
dignant farmers under the Amity canal;
the protest being made that the farms
lying north from Granada and some ten
miles west OF the Kansas line were snf-
fering for water while plenty OF water
was run in the ditch past them down
into Kansas. From this it appears that,
notwithstanding the persistent efforts OF
the management OF the Amity canal to
secure water, trouble has been encoun-
tered in supplying the large amount OF
new farms which have been opened up
in the past year.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1899-06-08

A gentleman who has given much
attention to the beet sugar prospects OF
Colorado says that Rocky Ford can have
Il factory at any time on only one con.
dition. That vital condition is that some
responsible association shall insure an
ample supply Of raw material. He
doubts very much il it is possible for the
Rocky Ford country to supply the need
ed beets because the amount of land in
the valley is at best OF limited acreage
and is being put to more profitable uses
than growing sugar beets. This surely
seems to be the present condition but the
future may mako an opening for profi-
table sugar beet culture. There is no
question but that our soil will grow beets
to perfection, the only point being to get
our people to turn their agricultural ac-
tivity in that direction. The present
outlook is that no considerable number
OF farmers will give sugar beets the
needed attention.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1899-06-08
THURSDAY. JUNE 8. 1899.
A meeting OF citizens was held last

A meeting OF citizens was held last
evening in the rooms OF the Business
Mems Club to express interest in the
visit OF Industrial Commissioner Davis
OF the Santa Fe and Mr.. Weinrich, n beet
sugar expert. These gentlemen come to
spy out the prospects for beet sugar
factory at Rocky Ford. Senator Swink,
W. d. Goblin and Geo. Hammond were
appointed a committee to show the gen.
tie around the adjacent country, which is
being faithfully done today. OF the re-
suit OF the visit, more next week.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1899-06-08

With his usual enterprise Senator
:Swink has already spoken for floor space
i'll st. Louis great Louisiana Purchase
exposition, at which the Arkansas valley
will astonish the east as badly as at
Omaha.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1899-06-08

The joint meeting Of the assessors Of
the state and the members Of the state
board Of equalization, called together on
invitation by Gov Thomas, was called
to order in the hall Of representatives ut
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1899-06-08
CHURCH NEWS.

Sesrs>srssSs-sNsrssssssssr.s
The Woman's Missionary society Of
the Baptist church will have meeting
at the home of Mrs Mitchell, June 15.
There will be an interesting program.
All ladies interested III missions are cor
daily invited.
"A meeting OF the program committee
Of the Otsro county Sunday School con-
vention was held ut the NJ. +. church
Rocky Ford last Saturday aud an ex-
cellent program arranged. The next
meeting will be held at Rocky Ford du-
ring the last Of July.
-Childreu's Day exercises will be held
at the Presbyterian church next Sunday
morning. In the evening the subject
will be, "A Safe Pilot"
-Rev.J E. Bryant of Woodward,
Iowa, filled the NJ. E. pulpit last Sunday
evening.
-Children's Day will he observed
next Sunday at all the churches.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1899-06-08

There is rumor out to the effect
that about July LIST the Santa Fe will
make number of changes in their time
table. The California trains east and
west will meet at La Junta sometime
during the early part of the evening. A
train from Denver will arrive at about
passengers for Denver and interior
points. This arrangement will give lis
the much needed train west late in the
day, and will be great convenience for
people residing in the western part Of
Otero coupty.-La Junta Tribune.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1899-06-08

The agricultural outlook is not IN.
vorable as will be seen by the following
extracts from the latest U. 8. weather
bureau report: DRY weather continues
IN most parts OF the state, and the situa.
ton is serious especially in the south
ern counties. where practically no precip.
itation has occurred for more than two
months. High winds have been general
and caused Il large consumption OF water
without corresponding benefits. Recent
cool weather has checked the melting OF
snow which has been the only source OF
supply. The drouth has seriously de-
layed germination and, in many locali-
ties, caused a suspension OF work. Many
late seedlings and early paintings have
not come up. Ranges are very poor, and
IN many sections stock is being fed. All
alta is being harvested in the Arkansas
valley, but the crop is very light. Ex-
cept on the western slope, the water sup
ply is scant."
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1899-06-08

The trotting and pacing features of
the tournament ut tho Fair Grounds
Saturday did not materialize. The
amnsements were confined to two games
OF base ball. The games were more
amusing to the spectators than to three
OF the players. Tom Byrum was
knocked senseless by hot ball. Chas.
Daring had one hand badly sprained
and Geo. Gross was on the list OF wound.
ed: The Rocky Ford boys were winners
brooks by u score OF II to 10.
Two OF the handsomest new dwell.
ings just completed are those OF Warren
Blinn and Geo. Eaton both in the east.
cru part of town.
Some Of the wind which was missing
in March turned mp abont June lst.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1899-06-08

Much complaint has been made
recently about the frighttul condition of
the roads in this district. caused by farm
when irrigating. Notice has been fire.
quently given. we understand, to these
parties. but as yet no attentiun has been
pad to the demands aud it is now
thought that legal proceedings must be
instituted in order to put n stop to the
reckless methods OF irrigaton.-Fort
Collins Express.
Same down here, except, perhaps, not
quite so bad 1t looks as IL some farm.
er must be made "frightful example" to
stop the flooding Of roads. Besides, water
not plentiful enough to be wasted in that
way.