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Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06
Burned at the Stake.

Maysville, KY, Dec 6-Dick Cole
man, the negro murderer of Mrs. John
Lashbrook, was taken from officera
by mob of 1000 men today and
burned at the stake. The mob led
by the husband of the negro's victim
dragged the shrieking criminal
through the principal streets of the
town, bound him to small tree and
set fire to the brush heaped about
him and stood guard until he was dead
He was brought this morning from
Covington, where he had been kept
in jail, to stand trial. The crime fol-
which Coleman was burned is the
murder of Mrs. John Lashbrook who
mad given him home and food. She
was enticed by him to enter shed
when he knocked her down with a
club and assaulted her. The blow
did not kill her and Coleman notwith.
standing her cries for mercy procured
razor and cut her throat.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06
PAY Your Delinquent Taxes.

Parties contemplating paying their
taxes are urgently requested by Col.
lector Romero to do so at once in
order to avoid the rush that is sure to
ensue the last few days of this month.
The first half of your taxes for 1899
will become delinquent after Jan. 3D.
1900 If you are delinquent on other
years you can avoid trouble and ex-
pense by settling at once, as all de-
linguencies have been turned over to
the printer for publication and suit
viii be brought as soon as the requir-
ed number of publications are made
27-4t
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06
Boy Killed at Texline.

A terrible accident occurred at the
Magenta coal chutes, a short distance
south of Texline, last Thursday.
While the fireman young Charlie
Brown, son of Mrs. Inman, of Texline,
was looking back out of the engine for
signal he was caught by the tim
bers of the chutes and knocked from
and under the engine. His body was
frightfully mangled. The remains
were taken to Clarendon where they
were inferred Saturday. Mr.. Pink
Caldwell, brother-in-law of the dead
boy was running the engine. Charlie
was bright boy and gave promise
to useful manhood. We extend
warmest sympathy to the bereaved
family.-Clayton Enterprise.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06
KENTUCKY 5 CONTEST.
Some Warm Arguments May Be Ex-
pected Before the State Canvass
8 ing Board.

Frankfort Ky, Dec. 6-It is likely
that all of today will be taken up by
the argument of contested election
cases. Arguments will be heard on
two propositions, the chief subject
being the right of commissioners to.
go behind the certified election re-
turns for governor and lieutenant
governor when sitting as a 'contesting
board and the right of commissioners
to receive amended returns. Yester-
day the Democrats allowed without
comment the vote of Nelson county to
be tabulated but it was for. the pur-
pose of making a hard fight upon it
later. This is the county where the
Judges certified to casting ballots for
w. p. Taylor instead of w. S. Taylor
the Republican candidate. They filed
second certificate correcting the er-
ror, which has been accepted by the
canvassing board. The Democrats
will claim this has established pre-
cedent under which amended returns
may be received, and expect to bring
in enough amended certificates from
other counties to overcome the Repub-
lican plurality. The Republicans will
contend however, the first return
from Nelson county was not return
at all as far as the Republican candi-
date is concerned. Judge Hargis will
make the leading argument for the
Democrats, and A. P. Humphrey of
Louisville for the Republicans. There
will be three arguments on each side.
D. w. Farleigh for the Republicans,
brought up the question that the
board had no right to go behind the
returns of the county canvassing
boards He claimed no state in the
union permitted such action. Farleigh
apologized for going into elementary
law but declared the questions before
the board was of such plain and sim
pie nature that it was necessary.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06
Perea sworn In.

Washington, Dec GA special to
the Santa Fe New Mexican says:
At the organization of the House of
Representatives yesterday the dele
gates from the territories were sworn
in with the last call of states. This is
new precedent. The delegates were
sworn in Immediately after Mr.. Rob
erts, of Utah, stood aside, Delegate
Perea being the first sworn. Mr.
Perea has been placed on the commit
tees ON territories, military affairs and
private land claims. He is seated in
an excellent position, having drawn
the third seat from the front in the
second row. Mr.. Perea introduced
his bill for an enabling act for New
Mexico at last evenings session.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06
STATEMENT BIZ ROBERTS
In a Signal Article He Gives His
Views of the Action of the House.s

New York, Dec. 6-The World pub
fishes the following signed statement
from Congressman Elect Roberts;
THE action of the House in my case
was not a surprise to me. The whole
matter was evidently prejudged and
the minds of the members made up to
follow the course outlined. When
the question comes to be considered
by members of the house after the
pressure of public opinion is removed,
think the case will stand as vicious
violation of well established prece-
dents which have been the fixed rules
of the House. A precedent has been
established which will yet excuse the
same denial of rights to a Roman
Catholic, Presbyterian, Agnostic OF
anyone who may be unfortunate
enough to stand under condemnation
of popular sentiment lashed into fren-
zy by misrepresentation and false
hood as in my instance. The matter
of denying me the right to be sworn in
is in itself not very important so far
as affecting me personally is con.
cerned, but it is a fact that the right
of representation of sovereign state
has been denied by this action to-
day have not yet formed any plans
concerning what course l will follow
before the committee | shall devote
my attention to it assiduously for by
no means do consider my case lost. I"
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06
Notice to Taxpayers.

Under the law l am compelled to
bring suit against all persons whose
taxes on property in Mora county
have become delinquent. Property
owners can save all costs of publica-
ton, court costs, etc., by paying at
once After suit is brought and judg-
ment obtained under the new law the
property will be turned over to the
sheriff and sold to the highest bidder
The taxes for 1899 are now due, and
all parties who desire to receive the
benefit of the per cent discount OF
the payment of the last half of tho
1899 taxes, can do SO by paying same
not later than December 31st, 1899
JUAN B. MARTINEZ,
27-22t Collector
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06
Presidential Nominations.

Washington Dec. 6-The president
sent the following nominations to the
Senate: Heaton w. Harris of Ohio.
to be consul at Mannheim, Germany;
Colonels to be brigadier generals;
Edgar R. Kellogg, of Sixth U. S. L.;
Gilbert S. Carpenter, 18th U. S. l.;
VIM. |. Kobbe, S5th U. s. V; J
FRANKLIN Bell, S6th U. S. v.
Washington. Dec. 6-The president
today nominated. Brigadier General
Leonard Wood to be major general of
volunteers.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06

Torres for the war department. He
reports the fighting between the Yaqul
Indians and General Torres troops
ceased on November rs, the Indians
toward Tonichi. Several
hundred Yaquis who have been in a
strongly fortified position near Sahua-
ripa it is thought are preparing to join
the main body of braves having been
driven back by General Torres. Sig
nal fires indicated that a concerted
movement by the Indians was being
planned The courier says the va
quis losses in killed and wounded dur
ing the ten days engagement is esti-
mated at 200. The Mexican losses
were fifteen killed and thirty wounded
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06
The British Garrison Beginning
to Suffer From the
Confinement.
THE BOERS CONCENTRATING
Garrison Getting Short of Rations
and Many Sick, but Prparlne
to Meet Boer Attack.

London, Dec. 6-The budget from
Ladysmith which arrived today brings
the history of the beleaguered garri-
son up to November 20. In spite of
rumors of a retrogade movement upon
the part of the Beers, the
stories just received show that the
garrison although still strong, was
suffering from the confinement, re
stricted diet, and increasing volume
of the Boer artillery fire, especially
the additional heavy calibre guns
placed in position 5000 yards from the
western defences. The dispatches
relate that the shelling was becom'
ing disagreeably effective. Rations
had been reduced and there was
great deal of sickness. Nevertheless
the garrison was preparing to meet
the assault which it was anticipated
the Beers would make in final eff
fort to reduce the city.
A dispatch from Frere, December 8,
reports that in Colonel Lord Dun
donald's reconnaissance near Colenso,
fifteen Beers were killed and many
wounded The same message reports
that President Kruger is anxious fol
the Burghers to leave Ladysmith in
order to oppose the British marching
in the direction of Pretoria from the
west.
The war Office received a list of the
casualties during the sortie from Kim
berly, November 2S, as follows:
Killed, Major Scott Turner, Black
Watch; Lieutenant c. W. Wright, Kim
berly Light Horse: twenty non-com.
missioned officers and men; wounded,
Captain Waldeck Lieutenants Cliff
ford and Watson, twenty-eight non.
commissioned officers and men.
Pretoria, Dec. 6-(via Lourenzo Mar
ques, Dec. 4)-General Joubert is in
and has arrived at Volks-
rust, across the Transvaal border, for
medical treatment. A dispatch from
the head laager where General Schalk-
burger is in supreme command dur
ing the absence of General Joubert
announces that council of war was
held December 2, with reference to as
saulting Ladysmith. The state attor-
ney arrived at camp to advise the
Boer commanders. Everything is
quiet at Ladysmith. Dispatches from
the west report heavy artillery fire
during the afternoon of December 2.
All is quiet at Kimberly.
London, Dec. 6-The war Office re-
ceived the following from General
Butler: "Pietermaritzburg Dec. 5.
1t is very difficult to make any
statement in regard to the enemy's
loss. For instance at Belmont, 81
of their dead were accounted for. The
enemy gave Is as the number killed.
There is every reason to believe the
enemys loss in fight at Ladysmith
Novmber was over 800 killed and
wounded. Information from a trust
worthy Boer source shows that at
Hildyards fight November % the enc
my lost 80 killed and 100 wounded.
1t is impossible to say how far these
numbers are correct but it is evident
that the enemy does not admit a
tenth the losses suffered. Intercepted
dispatches to Joubert from command
ers show even official dispatches con-
tain decidedly inaccurate information
in this respect"
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06
Young stIn on the Trail.

Washington. Dec General Otis
today cabled the war department that
he had received no word from General
Young for a week. This is taken to
indicate that Young is continuing a
hot pursuit of Aguinaldo. probably in
a country where he regards it unsafe
to use couriers. Otis dispatch also
gives an official account of Lieutenant
Parker's engagement at Vigan.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06
Same old Game.

Washington. Dec. 6-The inter-
state Commerce Commission today
gave a hearing to representative of
several companies asking for fur.
ther extension of the time allowed
railroads to equip their lines with
safety appliances. The extension
asked for is one year.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06
Republican Caucus Unanimously
Approves the House Finan-
cial Bill.
POLYGAMIsT ROBERTS CASE
Senator Mason, of Illinois, Intro
duced Resolutions of Sympa-
thy for rhe Beers. -
SENATE.

Washington, Dec. 6-At the open
ing of today's session of the Senate
the annual report of the secretary OF
the treasury, attorney general, comp
troller of currency and reports OF
other officials were presented.
Lodge, of Massachusetts, secured
the adoption of a resolution request
ing the president if not incompatible
with pubic interests to inform the
senate as to the proposed sale of the
Galapagos Island by Ecuador to Great
Britain and to communicate any in
formation concerning the proposed
sale as might be in possession of the
government
Concurrent resolutions adopted by
the legislature of Michigan was pre-
sented by Mcmillan (Michigan). The
resolution protested against the poll
cy of the Russian government toward
Finland. It was referred to the com.
mittee on foreign relations. Mr.. AL
drich, chairman of the finance COM
mittee had the distinction of introduc.
ing the first bill of the present ses-
sion. 1t was the Senate finance
measure to Affirm the existing stand
ard of value for all forms of money
to refund public debt and for ether
purposes" Referred to committee on
finance.
Rawlins, of Utah, presented reso.
luton providing for a full investiga
tion of the alleged polygamous prac
tices in the United States and wheth
er the president had appointed poly
gamists to federal offices. Referred
to Judiciary committee. Mason, of
Illinois, (Republican) offered a reso
luton extending the best hopes of the
Senate to the Beers in the contest for
liberty The Senate adjourned at
2:5O.
Washington, Dec. 6---The caucus of
Republican members of the House
was resumed at 2 o'clock to consider
plans for the consideration of the
financial bill
Bulletin-The Republican caucus
unanimously approved the House fl
nancial bill and recommended its i'm.
mediate passage, The bill was not
amended except in two minor particu.
lars.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06
TO INVESTIGATE.

Washington, Dec. 6--Representative
Taylor chairman of the special com
mittee ordered by the House TO inves
tigate the case of Mr. Roberts, of
Utah, has called a meeting of the
committee for IL o'clock tomorrow.
They will then determine upon a line
of action He said he had no douht
that Roberts would be allowed to be
present with counsel If he desired and
be afforded the usual facilities tc
have his side presented.
Roberts was about the House dur
ing the day There was no session
and he was engaged in chatting with
members and visitors who showed {
friendly disposition toward him. He
will look after his interests in per
son before the committee on inquiry
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06
Shot bv a BURGLAR,

Racine, Wis, Dec. 6-Rev. D. B..
Cheney, pastor of the First Baptist
church, and his wife were shot and
probably fatally injured by burglar,
who entered their home at 10 o'clock
this morning.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06

New York, Dec. 6--The directors Of
the Santa Fe railroad company de-
clared dividend on preferred stock
OF 11a per cent making an increase
of u of one per cent over the last
dividend.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06

Mrs. H. M. North, the dressmaker,
has moved from S1S N. Grand avenue
to 329 N. Railroad avenue, and re-
spectfully solicits the patronage of
ladies desiring to have work done.
Reduced rates for the next 80 days.
i.' 17-1m
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06
CHICAGO the Place.

Chicago, Ill, Dec. 6-The national
council of the Grand Army of the Re
public decided today that the next re
union will be held the last week Of
August, 1900. in Chicago
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06

Hernandez & Young manufacture
the finest varieties of creams, bon
bons, chocolates and nut candies
Nothing but the purest granulated su
gar used 21-tf
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06

TO GRE a COLU IN ONE DAY.
Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tab
cts All druggists refund the money
If 1t fails to cure, 25c. The genuine has
l.. B. @. on each tablet. 248-6m
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06

For saddle and harness repairing,
carriage trimming, ETC., call on J. G.
Jones, next to S. Patty's, Bridge street.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06
Report From YaauI Country.

Ortiz. Mex. Dec. GA courier ar
rived here from the scene Of the Yaqui
war with dispatches from General
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-06

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If you want an express wagon ring
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The Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1890-1906, 1899-01-28

Every Aner!cs-I - 4nteres ed IN the re-
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Il may also be Of interes, 20 inform your
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The Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1890-1906, 1899-01-28
DOLLY MADISON NUMBER TWO
Mrs. Robert Williams. Oace Mrs.
Sfenhen A. Douglas l. Dead

Washington. y. c. Jan. Mrs Robert
Williams. who married Stephen 4 Doug
las IN the zenith o. his political career and
who was one OF the most brilliant figures
In Washington society lie si-e= The .,ay ;
OF Dolly Madison. died al a=r residence
here last night. She was Mss Aes.e
Cults. daughter OF James Madison Gu. i.
one comptroller OF The treasury. she snsr-
lied Stephen 4. Douglas and zccoRps red
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The Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1890-1906, 1899-01-28
CASTORIA
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Proposals for Sidewalks.
City Clerks ONCE.

Wichita, Kan. Jan. IS, 1890
Sealed proposals will be received at
this Office until o'clock p. m February
IS, 1899, for the construction OF the fol-
lowing cinder sidewalks:
A 5-foot wide walk on the west side Of
Wichita street from Pine street to Chi
cago avenue.
A 5-fooot wide cinder walk on the east
side of Seneca street from the Wichita
and Western railway to Dayton avenue.
A 5-foot wide walk on the north side Of
Eleventh street from Fifth avenue to
Cleveland avenue
A 5-foot wide walk on the north side Of
First street from Hydraulic avenue to
Fourth avenue.
A 5-fo0t wide walk on the west side Of
Hydraulic avenue from Douglas avenue
to First street.
All Of said walks must be in accordance
with Specifications of city engineer for
cnder walks.
Each bid must be accompanied with
certified check for 80 as a guarantee Of
good faith.
The mayor and council reserve the right
to reject any and all bids.
63-3t II. T. KRAMER Ci+v Clerk
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The Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1890-1906, 1899-01-28
ST. LOUIS & SAN FRANCISCO r. R
FRISCO LINE"
low WINTER TOURIST RArrra

Parties DESTROYS Of going 20 a winter
resort or taking a pleasure trip to south
ern points should not fail to call On
Frisco Line city ticket agent. corner Main
street and Douglas avenue. and ascertain
rate. route and limit OF tickets. and any
other Information you desire. The winter
resorts in the southern states have all
opened and are ready TO Accommodate the
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north at this period OF the year. and while
the Frisco Line is always equal TO occa-
sions. a very low rate 70 the winter re-
sorts has been put in effect from Novem-
Der ]. 1855. until April a. tS9s. with nnO
return limit 20 JUne /. 1870.
H.O. MoRTIMORE. City Ticket Axt
The Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1890-1906, 1899-01-28

trains and Pullman Palace sleepers from
Wichita to Chicago and Kansas City
without change Also sieepers on all
night trains to Fort Worth. Houston. San
Antonio and New Orleans Tickets sold
and baggage checked to all points north
east, south and west. Steamship tickets
sold 70 all European points at lowest
rates. Passenger station corner Douglas
and Meade avenues Telephone 100
f DRAKE D. ?. A. e. x. I. e. p.
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