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Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26

Merrill's room was dark, Locke took
the lamp and led the way to Merrllls
room, where they found him lying in
bed on his back, his feet turned UP, a
45-caliber revolver in his right hand
lying on his chest, with the muzzle
slightly turned upward and the left
hand lying on his abdomen. The index
finger of the right hand was tightly on
the trigger, but the other fingers We're
relaxed. The head was much mutilated,
and the wounds had the appearance OF
clean cuts and deep gashes. The brains
and most of the blood had oozed out of
the right side of the head. There We're
no powder stains in the face, but there
were black marks on the left hand
which could easily be wiped off with a
handkerchief. The body VAS cold, but
not stiff, and had the appearance of a
person who had been dead for two or
three hours. Merrill was completely
dressed. and it seemed as if he had just
thrown himself on the bed the moment
before he met death. Locke, after Ga
bic and DR.. Massie We're in the room
| picked up several sheets of paper from
| a center table in MerrilFs room, ana
| without having time to read 1t, SAID:
Here, Fred left a statement Locke
| explained to Gable that he went nome
| at 8 o'clock to put on a heavier suit OF
| clothes, read a paper for an hour ana
a half, and Their went to Merrllls room
to let Jacob Levy's dogs u He saw
| Merrill's feet sticking out of the bed
He thought that the man was sleepin"
and was about to walk out, when ne
thought of the revolver. He then no
ticed that Merrill had committed sui
eide, as he had several times threatened
to do. Gable said he believed the
wounds in Merrilrs head were cuts.
Several photographs were then Of
fered in evidence by the prosecution
Two of them were taken the mex
morning, before Merrill was remove
from the bed or washed, and the othel
two at Charles Wagner's undertaking
establishment after the wounds hat
been sewed up.
Undertaken Charles Wagner wa
placed upon the stand and described
Merrill's wounds as he found them. IL
said both wounds on the right sid
looked as if they We're from bEow!
struck by a blunt instrument, and OF
both sides the skull was turned inward
Henry Clancy took the stenographl
notes at the morning session.
The witnesses put on the stand thl
afternoon by the defense were Deput,
Sheriff Richard Huber, John L. Zim
mermann and Everisto Lucero. Hube
identified some of the exhibits and ties
titled as to the nature of gunsho
wounds. Mr.. Zimmerman identlf1e
some papers, and Everisto Lucero re
peated the testimony virtually give
before by other witnesses. The prose
cution having completed it's testimony
court adjourned until 10 o'clock TO
morrow morning. The court will prop
ably hold an afternoon and an evenin
session tomorrow.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26
The LEE-GILLILAND CASE.
The Alleged slayers Of Colonel Fountain
Will Be Tried Next Week.

The charges against James B. Gill;
land and Oliver Lee, of numbering Col.
A. J. Fountain and his ~6-year-old son
in Dona Ana county, were set for trial
at Hillsboro for May "a. 1t was under
stood that several days would be con-
sumed in securing a jury. Hon. T. B.
Catron, of this city, who will join Hon.
w. B. Childers and Hon. r. p. Barnes
in the prosecution of the cases, thinking
that the hearing will not be proceeded
with until lex Monday. Messrs. Fall,
Dougherty and Ferguson are attorneys
for the defense.
The telephone line from Lake Valley,
the nearest railway station to Hills
{ boro, has beer leased by the Western
Union Telegraph Company, and an
operator sent to Hillsboro to use the
wire for telegraph business during the
trial.
The prosecution n defense are
ready to proceed. 1t is a question
whether the skeletons of the murdered
persons have been found, or any wit
ness of the crime secured. If not, the
defense will rely largely upon the diff
Guilty Of securing a conviction for muir
der when the fact of death is estab-
lished only by circumstantial evidence.
No circumstances have been developed
pointing to other than cattlemen as re-
sponsible for the murder of the attor-
ney, who was prosecuting a number of
them on a charge of cattle stealing.
The defendants were among the num-
Der indicted at the term of court at
Lincoln from which the attorney was
returning when he and his boy. were
assassinated, the documents relating to
the cases taken and the bodies of the
victims hidden in the sands of the foot
bi11c
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26

Lieutenant Sherrard Coleman has re-
turned from a trip to Taos county,
whittier he went on business for the
court of private land claims. He re-
ports that it is cold and dry in Taos
county. There is much activity in min
ing in the county, and at the Fraser
mines, recently sold to New York par
ties, a townsite will be laid out this
summer. Lieutenant Coleman recently
received some very lattering letters
from Governor Roosevelt, on whose
staff he served, and from General
Wood, under whom he was quarter
master.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26

A large electric power plant is to be
erected at the Madrid coal mines, near
Cerrillos, by the Cochiti Gold Mining
Company. Wires will be extended from
Madrid to Bland. e. A. Powers will be
superintendent. j. A. Coram is presi-
dent of the company. The contract for
the poles to construct the line will prob
ably be awarded this week. The COM
pany is also laying a five-mile pipe line
to extend it's water system.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26
Hurt by q Rock.

At the Ortiz mine, neal Dolores, San
TIA Fe county. Mrs. Eugene Lanoy was
struck on Che head by a rock from a
blast, causing concussio of the brain.
The lady lies in a semi-conscious state
and may die. The Ortiz company is
blowing out a foundation for a new mill
and Mrs. Lanoy failed to get a sufficient
distance away when warned.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26
1T EVE D~ISAPPOINTS.

People who are troubled with any dis
ease caused or promoted by impure
blood or a low state Of the system may
take Hoods ~Sarsaparilla with the ut
most confidence that it's faithful use
will effect a cure. Millions take it as a
spring medicine, because they know by
experience it is just what the system
needs.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26

VIM. Marion, James Mcpherson and
John DAILY were indicted in June, 1898,
for breaking open "A railway car and
stealing tobacco. They were held to
answer, but all except DAILY escaped
from jail. He has just been tried and
acquitted. Other charges against the
trio have been dismissed. Ten parties
have been indicted for various offcnses.
A military camp will be established
for rough riders who desire to stay IN
tents. Adjutant General W. II. White
man has offered to the committee the
use of a number of tents, 200 blankets
and 100 tin cups.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26

G. G. Berleth, manufacturer Ol
tin, copper and iron ware. Roof
ing and guttering a speciality.
San Francisco street, John Ham,
pel's old stand. Would like 10
see all his friends to call.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26
The School Board Meeting.

The school directors met last evening
in b. NJ. Reads Office. Mr.. Baca was
the only member absent. A number OF
citizens were present and listened with
great interest to addresses made by Pro-
fessor j. A. Wood of Las Vegas, Pro-
lessor Giles +. Marsh of New York, and
Miss Sue Mead of Cerrillos. W. M. Berger
and others made addresses. The board
adjourned until this evening when a
superintendent and a principal are to be
elected.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26
The Water Supply.

Captain S. II. Day said today that as
far as the reservoir is concerned there
need be no fear of a water famine If con-
sumers of water are economical. The
water in the reservoir is holding its W
and if the usual rains begin in July
there will be sufficient water for the
ynnp
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26
More Cigars Seized.

Deputy Revenue Collector A. J.
Loomis has seized 1000 cigars at So
zorro on account of counterfeit revenue
stamps on the boxes. The cigars were
seized in the stores of A. F. Katzenstein
and August Winkler, and were of the
following brands of the Lancaster fac
tory: Champion, Little Champion, EN-
press Eugene, Martel and Jewel.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26
U. S, Weather Bureau Notes.

Forecast for New Mexico: Fair to-
night and Saturday.
Yesterday the thermometer registered
as follows: Maximum temperature, n
degrees, at 4:15 p. M; minimum, 60 de-
grees, at 300 q. M. The mean tempera-
ture for the "a hours was 6S degrees;
mean daily humidity, II per cent.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26

Engineer David White returned home
last evening from a trip to Tres Pie
dras, where he surveyed large mica
mines that he pronounces wonderful.
Thirteen miles from Tres Piedras large
copper deposits have been discovered,
and that section is enjoying a boom.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26
Alleged RustlerS,

Morrow, johnson, Thomas and Ware,
who were arrested by Sheriff Higgins,
of Eddy county, some time ago, charged
with having in their possession stolen
cattle, have been bound over to await
the action of the grand Jury.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26
THE CLAIRE.

Under the management Of Fred D. Mi
chael, will be kept strictly first-class.
1t is the only brick hotel in the city, alb
solutely fireproof, most centrally locat-
ed, new building, elegantly furnished,
free sample rooms, and rates moderate.
When in Santa Fe stop at the Claire.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26
Wool Sales.

At Roswell and Carlsbad wool sells at
from 8 to 10 cents per pound. Richard
Turknett has recently sold $4,000
pounds, Geo. White, $4,000 pounds and
John Stone. $4,000 pounds.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26
Canaigre Extract Factory.

At San Antonio, Socorro county, David
Baca has decided 200 acres of land to the
canaigre company. Other lands are be-
ing purchased and the Deming extract
factory will be removed to San Antonio.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26
Grant County Cattle Deal.

j. B. Haggin, the California million
aire, has added to his holdings in Grant
county the ranches and cattle of VIM.
Brahm of Silver City.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26
To Bore for Oil.

1t has been determined to bore for oil
at Pennington. Every indication of the
presence of the valuable product is
favorable.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26
Wall Paper. Wall Pap

We shall continue as therefore, to keep
a large and we'll selected stock on hand.
The shipment will arrive within eight
days. SANTA FE MERCANTILE 10,
AID. GUSDoRF.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26
ONLY as Cents

Is all they ask you foi the best meal that
you ever saw. If you don't believe 1t
call at the Bon Ton Restaurant and be
convinced.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26

The Arcade has just received a fresh
stock of fine Key West cigars. Only the
best liquors served. Most complete cell
lar outfit for handling beer. A big
glass 5 cents. Fine club rooms.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26
ramilv Alleged to Have Been Killed.

Stephen Easton, of this city, has re-
ceived letters from Rio Arriba county,
stating that Melton Trujillo, Of Coyote,
murdered his wife and son with an ak
and then made his escape. A posse is
looking for the man, the letters state.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26

This is the season for picture-taking.
A full line of Eastman's kodaks and
supplies at Fischer & Co.'S.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26

Ice cream soda at Fischer's every
day. All kinds Of soft drinks served in
frst-class style. Everything neat and
clean.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26

Finest line of Havana cigars at
Scheurich's.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26
Fire at Las Vegas,

Word was received here to-day that
the coal chutes, coal, section house and
other property Of the Santa Fe railroad
at Las Vegas have been burned.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26
Fine Havanas.

Fischer & Co.'s candies are always
fresh.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26

Go to j. A. Davis for plumbing and
general repairs. All orders receive
prompt attention. Frisco street.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26
A Lunch Counter

That keeps everything in both eastern
and western markets at the Bon Ton
Restaurant. Give them a call
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1899-05-26

Hoods Pills are the best family ca
thartic and liver tonic. Gentle, reliable,
sure.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-10-21

HONESTY OF GERMAN EMPEROR.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-10-21
CHANCE FOR HAMMOND,
Japanese Firm Preparing TO Establish
New Steamship Line 10 America.

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct, 2O,-The Ex-
aminer says that the firm of Mitsui 4
Co Of Japan is considering a plan to
establish new trans-Pacific steam
ship line.
The Arm is said to have contracted
for 100000 bales OF cotton, to be de-
livered before next March, and may
provide steamers OF its own to carry
part OF this American product. Re-
turn cargoes, 1t is stated, will be So
llclted, and the company's vessels may
become permanent competitors Of the
existing lines.
s. Adagah, member Of the frm
who has just returned to Japan from
this city, is alleged 10 nave made ar
rangenlents with merchants here to
patronize the steamers Of his COM
pany. NXglgE-T~- S1V'Ss -,.--'-
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-10-21

CHICAGO, Dot, 2O,-ExpansIon, i'm
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-10-21
THE RIGHT SPIRIT.
Secretary Root win Place a Portrait
OF General r. E. Lee IN West
Point Gallery.

ATLANTA. Ga, oct 2O.-secretary
OF War Root has written to Mrs, w,
", Mitchell OF ;hls city, a daughter OF
Congressman otey OF Virginia, in re-
sponse 10 an inquiry, that Colonel A.
l.. Miller. superintendent Of the West
Point military academy will place q
portrait OF General II. F, Lee in the
academy gallery II one Is provided
showing General Lee in the uniform OF
a United States army officer
An effort will be made by the Uni
ted Daughters OF the Confederacy to
provide the painting, General Lee was
superintendent Of the academy from
September 1, 1859, TO March 81, 1865
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-10-21

Germany Does Not Want to Submit
Samoan Question to Arbitration.
LoNLoN, Oct 2O.-The Times Ber-
lin correspondent says;
The suggestion of submitting the
Samoan question to arbitration does
not meet with approval In authorlta-
tive circles here.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-10-21
CARGO MAY BE SAVED.

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct, 2O,-c. D.
Lane. who owns large part of the
cargo Of the steamer Baurada, which
was recently wrecked on one Of the
Pribyloft islands, hopes to save most Of
the merchandise on board that vessel.
he will start north today on the
steamer Townsend, accompanied by
Captain White Of he Laurada, sup
Piled with all necessary salvage ap-
pllances. The goods recovered will be
sent TO Cape Nome.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-10-21

Prince Henry, lodged in an old castle
near. but In the school the two boys
were treated like any other youngsters.
on one occasion. it is related. mas
ter, knowing that Prince William was
backward in Greek, and wishing to
curry favor with him, told him secret
ly what the subject Of the next days
examination would be. Early the next
morning the prince went into the class
room and wrote the information on the
blackboard in huge letters, not wish
ing to have any unfair advantage over
his school fellows.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-10-21
THAT JOYFUL FEELING,

With the exhilarating sense OF re-
newed health and strength and in
ternal cleanliness, which follows the
use Of Syrup OF Figs, is unknown tC
the few who have not progressed be-
yond the old-time medicines and the
chea p substitutes sometimes offered
but never accepted by the well-inform'
ed. buy the genuine. Manufactured
by the California Fig Syrup Co.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-10-21
REBELLION In
VENEZUELA OVER
THE PRESIDENT SURRENDERS
Accepts the TeImS Of the lnSurgen
Leader and win Leave The
Country al Once.

CARACAS. Venezuela, Oct. 2O.-The
crisis is virtually over. General An
drade, the president, has accepted the
conditions proposed by the insurgent
commander, General Castro, and will
20 abroad, the presidency devolving
on the vice-presldent. Castro will en-
ter Caracas peacefully, thus avoiding
bloodshed.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-10-21

NOT FAvoRABLY RECEIVED.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-10-21
,,,sssssssssssssssssss4s

you wish to be well dressed every particular Style Cloth Lining
Wor manshp fact everything that pertains perfect suit
expense than you ready made clothing Then let
finding the CLOTH YOU WANT you give
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-10-21

The Rev. DR.. Charles R. Kingsley, Of
New York, in a recent address concern
ing children and their welfare, has
raised objections to the use OF the pray
er Now I lay me down to sleep" be-
cause 1t fills the child with notions Of
death. The main petition Of the child
is that God should take him If he
does" says the doctor, but there is
nothing about how he should live"
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-10-21
Suits IS Order...

make your next Suit. You will have no trouble 1
assortment Of over 500 different styles to select frc
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-10-21

NEW YORK, Oct, 2O.--A despatch to
the world from London says;
chamberlain's defense of his policy
and diplomacy in the house of COM
mons was disappointing In every re-
spect. He opened with a fierce per-
sonal attack upon Philip stanhope,
who challenged him TO answer stead's
charge and was called to order by the
speaker for implying that stanhope
was dishonest.
Mr.. Chamberlain claimed that the
Jameson raid chapter was closed by
the findings OF the parliamentary In
qulry. This evasion excited loud pro-
tests from the opposition and gained
~,@-DD1ZcOcNSA
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-10-21

When the German emperor was al
school at Cassel, he and his brother
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-10-21
HIS POSITION MATERIALLY WEAKENED
Stead Accusation That He Was an AccOmpe In the Rand Raid
Has Gained General Credence- Opposition
Is Jubant.

increased credence for Mr.. Stead's ac-
cusation that Mr.. Chamberlain was an
accomplice in the raid.
Mr. stanhope also challenged Mr..
Chamberlain to produce a letter writ
ten 10 him before the Jameson raid
inquiry by Mr. Hawksley, the seere-
tary Of the British South Africa Com
pany. Mr.. Chamberlain refused to
submit the latter to Mr., Stanhope, but
offered, II he should be asked to do
so, to show II to Mr.. Haroourt or Ban
herman, who, however, were both
parties to the hushed-up raid inquiry.
Mr.. Chamberain's position was
much weakened by tonight's proceed
lngs.
O:s0Sc00c co9o0 000oc'0StocoY
perialIsm and adherence to the Decla-
ration OF independence were the rocks
upon which the National spiritualist
Association came dangerously near
laundering at It's meeting in this city,
After several speeches had been made
by both sides, there was such an up
roar that President Barr refused to
recognize any one, Finally a compro-
mise resolution was adopted, 1t reads;
"We extend our cordial sympathy
to the struggling masses Of other
countries as well as our own, in their
efforts to achieve larger liberty and
better their condition, morally and So
cially."
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-10-21
ROW NARROWLY AvERTED

Naaonal splritualistlc Convention Hat
a Tussle With Its Antis.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1899-05-18
AN OBSTINATE ACTOR.
An Incident in the Rehearsal of
Rag Baby'

Much merriment and excitement was
caused last evening during a rehearsal
OF A Rag Baby" at the Opera House
by a speeches actor Ga bu!l-dog)
which is one of the props" of the per-
Torrance. The dog refused to read
music and rehearse his part to the sat
isfactiOn of Manager Cooke; he also re-
fused to be discharged. Patience was
used and the dog Joined the reform
club, rehaarsed his part and prom
ised to be on his good behavior to-
night. The dog is the property of Man
ager Post, of the Orpheum, who has
kindly loaned it for the occasion.
Tonight a Rag Baby" the first sue
cess of Chas. Hoyt. will be presented.
The piece is a satire on the purchase
Of a drug store and contains many
musical numbers.
Regarding the performance Of a
Trip 10 Chinatown on Tuesday even
ing credit was given to Miss Viola Gill
lette for the part of Tony" Owing
to sickness, the part was taken by Miss
Helen Merrill. Her singing Of Be
cause was one Of the brightest feat
ures Of the performance.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1899-05-18
Queen Victoria's Birthday Ball

The refreshment committee met at
the Wayerley Club last evening, Chair
man w. W. Wright presiding. Il was
decided TO advertise for bids for the
refreshments on the night Of the ball
next Wednesday evening. and. if pos
sible TO obtain large tent or marquee
for the supper room.
The committee will meet at the Drill
shed al o'clock this afternoon TO in
spect and arrange for details, and
members of the general committee are
invited TO attend
The committee adjourned until Sat
urday night next to meet at the same
hour at the Waverley Club.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-05-18
QUEEN LAYS THE CORNER STONE.
Brilliant Function at the BEGINNING
of Work on Museum

A London dispatch of yesterday says:
Queen Victoria laid the foundation stone of
the Victoria and Albert Museum today, She
drove through the streets, lined with troops.
from Buckingham palace, the royal car
rtage being escorted by a detachment of the
Life Guards. Her majesty was accom-
panied by several princes and princesses
and other royal personages met her at the
museum where raised dais was reserved
for them. The ambassadors, members of
the cabinet and the leading state officials
occupied pavilion at the site Of the mu-
scum.
Crowds of people gathered along the
route from early morning, and an enor-
nous number had gathered at the time
the queen started from the palace.
American flags We're conspicuous among
the decorations. Inside the museum the
scene recalled the spectacle of ST. Paul $
Cathedral upon the occasion of the jubilee
The United States ambassador, Mr. Joseph
H Choate, and Mrs Choate drove up in
plain carriage, Mr.. Choate wearing a dress
suit, in marked contrast to the uniforms of
the other diplomats. Mr.. and Mrs Choate
were given a prominent place Oh the plat
form