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The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20

Monday. Dec. is. After shelling Jas
fontein farm. three miles eastward of
the Boer POSITION, the New Zealanders
advanced and occupied the farm. The
boer guns then opened and the Beers
advanced TO the attack, so Gen. French
ordered retirement.
FIRING AT MAFEKING.
The latest news from Mafeking. dat
ed Dec. 6. has just been received. 1t
says a desultory bombardment was
continuing and that the sharpshooters
were engaged in sharp duel mornings
and evenings.
THE LOST GUNS.
IT still seems doubtful whether the
guns that Gen. Butler abandoned at CO.
lenso are in the possession Of the Beers.
According TO a dispatch to the Asso-
oiated Press, from Durham. sent on the
evening Of the battle, and which has
just been received here, the guns re-
mained where they were left by the
British troops and were covered by the
heavy guns Of Gen. Hildyard's brig
ade occupying an intrenched position.
The dispatch adds that the Beers have
thus far not attempted to cross the
river and carry off the guns. The adj
vices to the Associated Press from Pre-
toria, under the same date, say that
an official Boer dispatch repor.s that
two gums. thirteen wagons and quan-
tfty Of ammunition were captured, be-
sides 20s prisoners.
LOSSES AT CoLENSo.
Revised lists of Ne British casualties
at the battle of Colenso show that 137
non-commisslonli officers and men
were killed.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
NOT GRANTED YET.
Court Holds Mrs. Thompsun's Divorce
Case for Consideration.
Petitioner Swears That She Intends 10 Re.
side In Rhode Island.

Judge Rogers in the appellate division
of the supreme court today further
heard the divorce petition OF Mrs. Ber-
tina Thompson, whose husband, ]. NJ.
Thompson, is a New York insurance
man. The case was heard in mart yes-
terday on dispositions, but Judge Rog-
ers wished to examine, under oath Mrs.
Thompson i'm regard TO her residence
here so he then adjourned the hearing.
Mrs. Thompson was, in court at high
noon today when Judge Rogers was
ready TO go on with the case. She was
sworn and testified she came TO this
state September 4th, 1895 and had re-
sided here ever since. Her reason for
coming to the state was that she pre-
ferred TO reside IN smaller place than
New York as IL would not cost as much
counsel she said she did not come here
for the purpose Of getting a divorce.
Judge Rogers asked Mrs Thompson
a number or Questions In reply to
some of them she stated she was aware
OF the general nature of the Rhode ISL
and divorce laws. Her father and
mother are both dead and when her
younger brother got through college he
Is coming to live with her here While
she has a married brother i'm New York
state. she never intended to live with
him. STce her coming TO this state
Mrs Thompson said for all but a couple
of months she had lived at 56 Water
man street, being supported by her pri-
waite income, which came 10 her from
her parents estate This income she
did not think was large enough for her
TO keep house on.
Judge Rogers asked Mrs. Thompson
IL she would swear that Il was her in
tention 10 reside in this state. His hon
or explained that as she was a young
woman she could Eot say very much
about the future. as she might marry
again. To the latter statement, with
a graceful shrug Of her shoulders. Mrs.
Thompson demurred. She finally said
| she would swear her intention was TO
| remain here.
Mrs Thompson said her husband for
! three or four years had not supported
| her and he gave no reason for so doing
@ said he was able to support her
| and so far as she knew did not drink
| or gamble. neither did he pay undue
| attention TO other women. For nearly
| three years they had not lived together
| as man and wife.
| Judge Rogers told Thos. A. Jenckes,
| Mrs. Thomps0ns counsel, the case
| would be held a couple Of days for con-
| sideration. Louis l.. Angel represented
| Mr. Thompson on the question Of ALI
| mony. Mr.. Thompson did not defend
against the charges made by his wife.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
Report Says They Were
Brought Back by Volunteers.
British Intelligence Office Was Igno-
rant Of the Disposition and the
Number Of The Boer Forces.

London, Rec. 20.--A special dispatch
from Durham. Natal, dated Saturday,
Dec. 10. says it is rumored Gen. Butler
called for volunteers to recover the
abandoned guns and that a party is
sued from the camp after midnight and
brought in the guns, which were unin-
JCred.
MISLEADING INTELLIGENCE
Further accounts of the Tugela River
battle emphasize the ignorance Of the
British intelligence department vir re-
gard TO the disposition of the Boer
forces. The British were not aware that
the Beers We're intrenched along a Sc
riss Of low lying hills, Immediately
northward OF Coenso bridge. until a
staggering fire compelled them TO re-
treat when the attack seemed about 10
succeed. The Beers also were in great
er strength than anticitated. 1t be-
comes clearer also that the British guns
lost in attempting to get within effec-
tive range of the Boer artillery. show
ing that the latter outranged the Brit
ish ordnance, which, in spite Of numer-
ical superiority, was wholly inadequate
to reply to the long range Boer guns.
WAR OFFICE DENOUNCED.
The British war office comes in for
scathing denunciation from the Times
today for not providing effective artil-
ery. Ii is pointed out in this connection
that the longer ranged naval guns par
ticipating in the Tugela river attack
escaped.
There was no news this morning 20
tighten the general situation. The
war office reported :hat Gen. French
reconnoitered northward Of Arundel
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
ANOTHER EXPERT
AGAINST MOLINEUX.
Tyrrel Explains Characteristics of
the Defendants Handwriting--Re-
Corder Will flake No Suggestions.

the 'i'' before completing word. Dur.
ing the examination of the witness ex-
pert Kinsley came into the room and
took a seat among the spectators.
When Mr.. Tyrrel concluded his reel
tai of the peculiarities which he tn ought
most prominent. he was asked b. Mr..
Osborne D. makes a few Illustrations
on the paper-covered blackboard. The
recorder objected TO this. Mr.. Osborne
asked that the witness be allowed to
make one or two demonstrations. and
such permission was granted. Mr.. Tyr
rell drew series OF illustrations, show
ing the position in which the writer OF
the poison package address held his pen
and hand while writing that address.
Mr.. Weeks asked that the witness be
directed by the court to make certain
measurements OF his illustration. but
the recorder replied:
'The court will make no suggestions
TO expert witnesses"
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
THE RIGHT TO VOTE.
Hearing on the Bill 10 Grant Il After Residence
OF One Year In This State.

The committee on special legislation
or the house of representatives gave a
rearing this afternoon in the library
at the Stale house To all persons inter-
ested I'm the act proposing an amend
Hef to section l of article OF amend
ments of the constitution of the state,
which provides that residence OF one
year in the state shall be sufficient TO
acquire the right TO vote, instead OF
two years, as at present established oy
law
There was a fair attendance ana
several persons. who are I'm favor Oh
cotstitutional revision spoke in iaVor
OF the passage OF the bill
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
THE l0NSDALE STRIKE.
Absence Of Col. Goddard Causes fosiponsmsnt
Of Ihe proposed Confsrsncs.

Owing to the absence of Col. Willis m
Goddard. who is in New York, the
conference between the Lonsdale Com
pany officials and the committee repre-
senting the strikers at .ha No. mill
was not held today, as expec.aI. Ar
rangements for a conference Friday
were made. and 1t Is expecsad that the
situation will be gone over on that day.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
ARRIVED AT ATLANTA.
Remains Of Lieut. Bumby Reached The Civ Today
and Were Viewed BY Thousands Of psopIs.

Atlanta, Ga, Dec. 20.tThe body of
Flag Lieut.. Brumby arrived from
Washington this morning and was es-
corted to the state capital by military
guard. Between 10 and II O'clock thou
sands OF people viewed the remains
The funeral will take place from the
Cathedral at o'clock this afternoon
and will be conducted with military
honors.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
s old Gold lr~~irv

Rings, Collar Buttons, Sleeve Buttons.
Stick Pins, Brooches Onyx goods, Hat Pins,
Bracelets, Chains, everything selling at very
small profit
Look in before making up your mind TO
buy your Christmas presents. IL will pay YOU
S. PAINE, 102 Westmins ster street.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20

HOUR GLASSES,
MICROSCOPES,
COMPASsEs,
READING GLASSES,
TELESCOPES. etc, are
Among the great variety OF Optical goods.
Any OF them will make good Christmas
present.
s. PAINE, 102 Westminster street.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
Mrs. leuls s. faIna lAad.

Albany. n. Y, Dec. 20.-Mrs. Louis f.
Payne, wife Of the state superintendent
of insurance. died at her home i'm chat
ham this morning. She had been in for
over a year.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
Mr.. DISPEAU
MAKES CHARGES
Claims a Pawtucket Bank Took
Advantage Of Him.
WANTS TO REDEEM PROPERTY.
Says That Interest on His Stock Held by
The Bank Took Care Of Interest
WANTS MORTGAGE SET ASIDE.
Also Asks That Judgment for S24,058 Be Va
Gated and That Hs Be Gwen an Opportunity
10 Redeem His Sock.
Says That Interest on His Stock Held by
the Bank Took Care Of interest,"
WANTS MORTGAGE SET ASIDE.

George Dispeau OF Pawtucket has
filed a bill in equity against the First
National Bank Of Pawtucket in which
he complains that the bank took ad-
vantage OF him in certain dealings he
had with il. He asks for leave TO re-
deem his property held by the bank.
claiming that institution has drawn the
interest and diyidends on certain
shares OF stock of the Pawtucket Hair
Cloth Company and the American Ship
Windlass Company, which profits were
sufficient to keep down the interest on
his indebtedness.
Mr.. Dispeau says that from the time
of the organization of the First Nation
al Bank of Pawtucket under the bank
ing laws Of the United States in the
year 1864 until the year 1892 he had
continuous dealings with that bank
through Olney Arnold its chief officer
Ma. Arnold, he says, was his confden-
tial adviser and trusted friend in all
business matters and he, Dspeau, was
during all this time in his dealings
with the bank in the habit of accepting
and acting upon without any doubt or
hesitation. Mr.. Arnold's statements as
true and of signing whatever notes or
papers Mr.. Arnold requested him to
sign, so that Mr.. Arnold acquired and
exercised great power and influence
over the complainant
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
Gov. Violet S komInaiIcns.

Boston. Dec. 2O.-Gov. W0lcott today
,enf the following nominations TO the
executive council:
charles r. plunkett of ADAMS and
John X. Leas0n of Newton. 60 be state
directors OF the Fitchburg railroad;
stulman s. Blanchard of Boston. di-
rector of the Collateral Loan company
and stephen V. Sharples " Cambridge
TO bo inspector and state assayer OF
liquors
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
New Hampshlra she Crangs.

Concord n. II. Dec. 2o.--This morn
ing's session of the New Hampshire
state Grange was wholly devoted 10
ballotng FOR officers. For master. the
present incumbent. Hon Nathan J.
Batchelder Of East Andover. was elect
ed for a NTH term by an overwhelming
vote He was first elected master in
1891. DR. VI. 4. Hildrefth az Bethle-
hem was chosen overseer. Henry H..
Metcalf OF Concord. lecturer. Gilbert
Marshal Of Lancaster. stewI.1. aid
Herbert O. Hadles OF Temple, assistant
steward were re-elected.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20

our new calendar "Gobelin Decoration Is
the only one of its kinl ever made. FREQ to
purchasers OF 25c. FRASER BROS. CO., Teas
and Coffee, 29i Weybosset
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
ladjex' Ncckwear

For -tifc holidays flhr-fTtest- creations IN
ruffs, stock collars, silk and muslin ties. etc.
Fur scarfs at low prices. }. +. JONES n co. )
Gteater Store, Arcade,
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
kom.na,et b. lhe President

Washington. Dec. 2O.-The president
today sent the following nominations
to the senate.
Navy-M. 5. Elliott. TO be passed as
sistant surgeon; H. +. Carmody, to be
first lieutenant i'm the Marine corps.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
tits q Pleasure

When at the theatre 10 look through fine
Opera Glasses.
Then why not call and examine one OF the
largest stocks In town.
At prices to suit all size pocket-books.
rs s. PAINE lo2 Westminster street.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
OPEN TO INSPECTION.

From 3 o'clock this morning until
noon the handsome vessel was thrown
open TO the public, and a large num-
ber of persons availed themselves OF
the opportunity to roam over every part
of the boat, being courteously received
by the officials of the company and Off
GERS of the steamer, and everything
was explained in detail
The Chester w. Chaplin was con-
structed by the Maryland Steam Com
pany, and is one OF the largest and
probably the finest vessel ever built
at Sparrow Point. The steamer has
twin screws, and is built entirely OF
steel on a beautiful model with lines
that are grace itself. She measures 324
feet on deck, 46 feet beam and IL feet
depth. The main deck contains the la
dies cabin, the promenade or saloon
deck has a double row of staterooms on
either side and the gallery deck has the
dining room, cafe. bar. kitchen, pantry,
Continued on Page Eight)
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
GREYHOUND
OF The SOUND
Steamer Chester ". Chapln
Arrived in Port This Morning.
GIVEN A VERY NOISY WELCOME.
All Steam Craft In the HaThor Greeted the
Flyer With Whistle Blasts
BIG CROWD INSPECTED THE VESSEL.
From Uuil II Thousands Visited and Admired
Her Stats and City Officials and 0hsr Guests
Entertained on Board This Afternoon.
All Steam Craft in the Harhu Greeted the
Flyer With Whistle Blasts
BIG CROWD INSPECTED THE VESSEL.

The splendid new steamer, Chester
w. Chaplin. OF the New Haven and Mar
ragansett Bay Inc. which was expected
in this port on Monday last but was
delayed by the dense fog. arrived in
Providence this morning, and was
moored to the Lonsdale wharf, shortly
after 8 o'clock. The new greyhound of
Long Island Sound, as the steamer is
generally called. being about two knots
faster than the Richard Peck. received
a noisy and enthusiastic welcome from
the steam craft in the harbor. and re-
sponded TO the salutes by a free use OF
her powerful whistles, some of the chro-
matte effects produced being OF now
el character.
The steamer, which is under the COM
mand of Captain Edgar Hardy, the SEN
ior commander of the New Haven line,
made very successful and very fast
trip from New Haven TO this city. and
gave another proof Of her perfection in
marine construction, and also OF the
power of her machinery, fully bearing
out the promise of her trial trip off
Sparrow Point, Nd, where she was
launched, July IL. last. AT the time OF
her trial she made 23A knots an hour.
which will certainly make the boat the
fastest on the sound.
STEADY IN ROUGH WEATHER.
A special feature Of the Chaplin is her
bilge keels, and these are particularly
adapted to meet the sort of weather
that is liable to be found around Point
| Judith. These keels will make the
| steamer steady in rough weather. and
prevent the rolling that is sometimes
! experienced on Sound steamer. snI 50
| with her twin screws will give her an
| advantage over any side wheeler in
| rough weather that will be a great
boon to the passengers. Every part of
the boat, and it's fittings, state rooms,
saloons dining saloons, lounging
decks. furnishings, lighting, tapestries.
hangings, woodwork, decorations, sill
yer, glassware and crockery, kitchen
appointments and service are as near
perfection as such things can be.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20

John Burs income tax yielded 81.
10000 Ia issi,
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
Pretty and Snowy

Crocheted Shawls that make an ineNpensiNe e
present, from soc. 10 sl6. j. J.. JONEs
CO.'S Greater store, Arcade.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
BANK STOCK SOLD.

The bill goes on to detail number
of dealings between complainant and
Mr.. Arnold and says among other things
that on February LIST. 1887, the COM
plainant. being indebted to the First
National Bank to a large amount not
accurately known TO the complainant.
arranged with the bank through Mr..
Arnold to have II shares Of the capital
stock OF said bank belonging to the
complainant but standing in the name
or otherwise under the control of Mr..
Arnold sold and the proceeds applied
towards the payment of the Indebted
ness. This stock was sold for the sum
of $4,000 which sum was applied
towards tAe payment of eornpiainantis
Indebtedness leaving a balance Of S3450.
The bill further states that the COM
plainant continued his dealings with
the bank until the year 1890. and that
he gave promissory notes secured by
stock, really belonging to him, but
Continued on Page Three)
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
NOVELTIES

In Ebonoid. with sterling silver trim
mings; Button Hooks, Tooth and Nail
Brushes. Tweezers, Cuticle Knives, Shoe
Horns, Corn Knives. Paper Cutters.
Blotters. Darners. The best value TO
be found. We will sell for 25c. and S5c.
each. worth double.
Also extraordinary bargain
in GLOVE STRETCHERS
and CURLING TONGS, 75c.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
TO cuss a COLO IN ONE oay

Take Laxative Bromo Qunine Tablets.
All druggists refund the money IL IL
fails to cure. T. w Groves signature
is on each box. 25c.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-12-20
E. r!F0STER STORE
Christmas Gifts! Our Store is a paradise for the
Christmas shopper Your money will 60 farther
here than in any other store in New
England. Here is some proof:
STERLING AND EBONY

Ebonoid Sets. sterling
trimmed, from $500 to..........,J'Oo
Our line of Ebonoid silver
trimmed Shaving Sets, $500 to...J.O ~
Orange County observer. [volume] (Hillsborough, N.C.) 1880-1918, 1899-12-21

The Fall Term of the University
OF North Cnolsna will close on De
cenber 23m 10 some respects il
10 the most remarkable session tbi-
,Ds,,,a,ion las ever had. 1t has -n
rolled 4S5 students not including
the Summer School The health IT
the SUDDEN, b"dy proper has bee"
exceptionally good. and all p'ecau
tons have been taken by competen,
sanitary experts TO zee that 20 con
dltions exis hor,iul To the health of
the young who gather there.
The sound OF the hammer and the
spectacle of two new buildings ri>lng
Oh the campus gives an ar OF growth
and prug,es. to- the old classic spot.
Quite a large number OF new s'u-
dents are expected at the Opening
Of the Spring Term on January 2nd
Scholarships for this Term are ex.
baus,ed, but the University will use
generosity in dealing with peedy
students who wish an education
| The loan funds are s,ll available and
will be up 10 Dec. 18th All stu
dents wishing o enter the Uni>er
s,ty tor the Spring Term -h"uIo
correspond with President Alier
man before that date.
Orange County observer. [volume] (Hillsborough, N.C.) 1880-1918, 1899-12-21
CASTORIA
For Infants and Children.
Tho Kind You Have Always Bought
Boar, the II um
Signature Of ~MML~
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS
OF LAND SALE.

By virtue of an order Of the Superior
Court OF Orange County made in the
Special Proceedings entitled James H..
Murrav, Bette D. Duncan and J.. r..
Duncan and others against Elkins Pet
tigrew and Others. the Undersigned
Commissioners will or Saturday The s, b
day Of January. 1906. at II O'clock N.
sell to the highest bidder a, public anc-
ton at the court house door in Hills
boro. n. C.. the land OF the late Jan.,
Murray. deceased. situated in Orange
County. North Carolina. and n Cedar
Grove township. containing l3G acres.
more or less. and bounded on the north
by the lands Of Hopkins and Wright.
on the east by the lands Of WIN. Haw-
kins. Oh the south b: the lands OF Mrs.
Ashley. and on the west by the bands
Of Henry Anderson
Terms of safe Dne-third cash, one
third in six months and one-rhird in
twelve mouths. Time payuents bear
s PER cent interest. Purchaser ha-
privilege of paving >ll cash alter con.
irmafion Of sale.
Land sold Iar partition.
This 10th day of November. 1899.
5. NJ. GATTiS.
VICTOR :. BRYANT.
Commissioners.
Orange County observer. [volume] (Hillsborough, N.C.) 1880-1918, 1899-12-21
Honor ROLL AT BINGHAM SCHOoI

HONOR Roll AT BINGHAM SCHOOL
Mebane, N. c., Dec. l8 -(Special.)
The students who stt"d first in
their reep-cti.e classes far the month
iu-t passed are a. follows:
Shorthand, Typewri.'ng and Tel
egraphy -R"hey. Allison, Cooke,
Shaw and Hedrick. Peumanship
and Bookkeep'ng-Boone Morrow,
Moore and Shaw. Mathematics and
Science - Muller, Mckee, Long. Ro
hey, Moore, Jarvis, Davis, IRWIN.
Morrow, Allison, Cooke, J"hus,on,
q, Long, Irwin, Council, Brantley
and Cooke. English, History and
Bible-Brantley, w, Boone, Branl
ley, r., Muller. Long, Allison. Coun-
oil, Johnson, ]. and Oldham. Read
ing and Spelling-Bernhsrdt, Hall
Hamilton, Faison aud Mckee. Lat.
IN and Greek -Brsn,lev, f.. Cooke
Davis, BrantIey. W and B~renzier.
Orange County observer. [volume] (Hillsborough, N.C.) 1880-1918, 1899-12-21
DEATH OF Mrs SUSAN WATSON.

DEATH OF Mrs SUSAN WATSON.
Mrs. Susan Watson, relIct OF The
late Jones Watson, Of Chapel Hill,
died at the residence OF her brother,
Mr.. John Laws. in HiIlsboro, on
Sunday, Dec 18th, be. ween 8 aud
4 o'clock p. m., aged abou, ~ years.
While Mrs. Wa,son's health had not
been good tor some time, her death
was quite sudden, as she as up aud
ab..ut the house Saturday
The funeral services were held
from the residence Monday after
noon, and were CO Quoted by Rev.
E W Fox, her pastor, assisted h>
Rev H S Bradshaw. Of the Presby.
lerion church.
The pal bearers were: Henry n
Brown. Sr., D. G. Parks, D II Ham
i|ton, Geo. A. Durham and Joseph
A. Harris The interment was in
the new cemetery.