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Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
ATTITUDE OF UNITED STATES
Nothing In International Usage To
Warrant Mediation or
Interference.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 12.-The following
statement was issued by the State depart
ment today: THE president has received
large number of petitions signed by many
citizens OF distinction requesting him to
tender the mediation of the United States to
settle the differences existing between the
government of Great Britain and that of the
Transvaal He has received other petitions
on the same subject, some of them desiring
him to make common cause with Great
Britain to redress the wrongs alleged to
have been suffered by the outlanders, and
especially by American citizens in the Trans
vaal, and others wishing him to assist the
Beers against alleged aggression.
"It is understood that the president does
not think 1t expedient to take action in any
of these directions. AS to taking sides with
either party to the dispute, it is not to be
thought Of AS to mediation, the president
has received no intimation from either of
the countries that the mediation of the
United States would be accepted, and in the
absence OF such intimation from both
parties there is nothing in the rules of inter-
national usage to Justify an offer of media
tion in the present circumstances. 1t is
known that the president sincerely hopes
and desires that hostilities may be avoided.
but If, unfortunately they should come to
pass, the efforts of this government will be
directed-as they are at present-to seeing
| that neither our national interests nor those
| OF our citizens shall suffer unnecessary in
jury"
Up to this afternoon there was no change
| in the situation respecting the United
States consuls in South Africa. The British
government has not made the expected re-
quest to have these officials look after Brit
ish interests and no instructions on the sub
| ject have been sent to the consuls or con-
sular agents. Notwithstanding, 1t is certain
that our government will undertake to dc
this for the British government as soon as
! the formal application is made. 1t Is sur.
missed, however, that there are reasons o
policy that make it expedient for the British
to refrain as long as possible from making
even such slight admission OF the inde.
pendence Of the Transvaal as would be i'm.
/ piled by request OF this character.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13

LONDON, Oct 12.-The Grand Trunk
Railway company, at its half-yearly meet
ing today, approved the agreement with the
Canadian minister Of railways for the ex-
tension of the Inter-colonial railway from
Chaudiere Junction, province of Quebec, to
Montreal and the terminus there.
The shareholders were also congratulated
by Sir Charles upon the completion of the
Victoria Jubilee bridge and the settlement
of the labor difficulties, which would have
been more easily settled, but for the politi-
clans. Rate wars, Sir Charles declared,
were the greatest obstacle to successful rail-
way management in Canada and the United
States, and it now required all the power
of the officials to resist influences tending
to increase expenditure and to decrease
rates.
The only remedy, In his judgment, seems
to consist in Legislation by the United States
congress- and he believed that public senti-
ment in the United States was crystallizing
in favor of a law to permit railway COM
panies to pool their interests and to give
them legal power to force pooling contracts.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
BOUNDARY QUESTION FIXED UP
Canada Gives Consent to II Tempo
rnry Arrangements, But Does Not
ReIinquish Original Claim.

LONDON, Oct. 12.-Sr Henry Louis
Davies, Canadian minister of marines and
fisheries, informs the Associated Press that
he has given Canadas consent for tenn
porary arrangement in regard to the boun-
dary question. This finally settles the ques-
tion for the time.
The papers will probably be signed in a
few days and Reginald Tower, British am
bassador in Washington, will ratify on be-
half of Great Britain
Sir Louis Davies said this afternoon.
The terms agreed upon are simply line
drawn across Chilcoot delimited by the river
and mountain top. 1t has absolutely no sig
nifcance EXCEPT that we hope thereby to
avert local friction So far as the original
contention is concerned we are Just as misty
as ever. Canada relinqulshes no claim by
her assent to this temporary arrangement
and has not the slightest intention Of allow
ing the original contention to lapse to OBJ
security"
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
FOLLOWING THE PRESIDENT
Three TrnnsvaaI Commissioners on
McKinley's Heels Mt Minneapolis
for an Interview.

MINNEAPOLIS, Mimi, Oct. 12.-The ad
vent of President Mckinley to Minneapolis
has brought here three informal commits
sioners in behalf OF the Transvaal republic
in the persons of James O'Beirne of New
York. J. w. Wander Hoogt of Baltimore and
J. e. Robin OF New York. They registered
at hotel today, and while admitting that
they had come to see the president, they
absolutely declined to discuss their mission
Mr. O'Beirne was commissioned by the
Transyaal government some time ago to ACT
as consul general of the South African re-
public to the United States, but was de-
clined recognition by the State department
The presidents day is SO full of engage
ments that it is not likely the commission
ers will get an opportunity to see him unit
late in the day and he may even decline t.
see them at all. 1t Is supposed, however
that they are here to plead with him tc
offer his services as a mediator between the
warning governments.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Iovan Relieved of IN, Casb.

J, II. Hamilton, who haiis from Council
Bluffs, came across the river Thursday
for the purpose of seeing the seamy side OF
Omaha. While under the influence OF
many potations he fell in with Dave Hume,
who volunteered to show him about the
lower and less, polite regions of the city.
Hamilton gladly accepted and saw, the
woe to tell the police a short time after
ward; though, and now his guide is in jail.
GENTLY viewed the burnt district they
finally reached the corner OF Eleventh and
Dodge streets Immediately in front of the
police station. Here he desired to bid fare
well to his companion, As tney were about
to part Hume ran his hand down into Ham
iltons trousers pocket and fished forth $40
greenback and then took 10 his heels. He
was soon after apprehended and will re-
main in jail until the matter may be in
Yestlgated by the authorities
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Create New Position.

Owing to the great increase of traffic OF
the Burlington road in the Missouri River
territory the position of assistant superin-
tendent of the Kansas City, St. Joseph &
Council Bluffs road has been created II. X
Smith, at present general agent at Leaven-
worth, has been appointed to fill the posi-
tion effective November /. His promotion
necessitates the changing about Of several
men, and the appointments are all made
with strict regard to the civil service rules
Of promotion, which apply generally to the
employees OF the Burlington route.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
FUNSTON WILLING TO RETURN
kunsan Says II He Can lie of Any
Service in Philippines He Would
Go Back on short Notice.

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. l2.-General
Frederick Funston, talking TO a reporter
on the Philippine campaign. said;
with $4,000 men, II they are pushed, the
war will be over in six months, but, OF
course, it won't be ended that soon II the
troops are kept in Manila.
II came back" continued General Fun
ston, because | was ordered to. l would
have stayed very gladly and l wish | were
there now"
did you ask to stay"
mo" he answered. II would not do that
haven't asked, nor will l. but II it il
thought that | can be of any service in
the Philippines I'd go back on very short
notice. take 1t that the terms Of enlist
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Catholic Archbishops Meet

WASHINGTON, Oct. 12.-The annual
conference of the archbishops of the United
States was held today at the Catholic uni
vorsity, All but three Of the clergy OF
that rank attended. Archbishops Feehan OF
Chicago, Hennessey of Dubuque, Ia, and
Chappelle of New Orleans were the alb
sentees. Contrary to expectation, the ques-
tion of desecratlon of the Catholic churches
in the Philippines was not brought up. This
and other Philippine issues 1t was explained
are within the jurisdiction OF Archbishop
Chappclle and all matters affecting these
Islands must go to him.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Fayors BLUM Tract Park.

OMAHA, Oct. 12.-To the Editor of The
Bee: 1t is almost the universal sentiment
of the people Of the north end of the city,
as well as others of broad minds in other
parts OF Omaha, that public park should
be made OF part at least Of the exposition
grounds especially the "Bluff tract" TO
connect with the Kountze park.
The Lagoon should remain and also the
viaduct connecting IT with the Plaza. The
citizens north of Cunning and east OF
Twenty-elghth streets would nearly all be
willing to be taxed to raise funds II 1t could
not be done by a bond issue to buy the land.
It would be a public blunder to have this
Blum tract turned back into corndeld.
put up from siOO TO $3.50 for this desirable
end. r N NAITDAIN
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Many Excursionists Arrive.

In the main the officials Of the railroa lf
operating in Nebraska were highly satisfied
with the success of the excursions run
Wednesday and today on account OF the
Modern Woodmen celebration at the ex-
position. On most Of the lines large crowds
came in on the morning trains and special
Accommodations in the way of extra cars and
special trains were provided. The rates
made were 80 per cent of the one way rate
for the round trip The passenger depart
ment Of one OF the prominent roads stated
that it's line brought in more people for the
Woodman celebration than for the Ak Sar-
Ben festivities.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
EARTHQUAKE DESTROYS TOWN
Estimated Four Thousand People
Were Killed and Five Hundred
Injured in Amhera.

AMSTERDAM, Oct. IA dispatch to the
Mandelsblad from Batavia, capital OF the
Netherlands Indies, says that a violent
earthquake has visited the south side Of the
island of Ceram, next to the largest of the
Mouccas, between Booroo and Papua, COM
petely destroying the town of Amhera and
killing, 1t is estimated, some 1000 people
as well as injuring some 500 others.
The dispatch says that details OF the dis
aster have not yet been obtained.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
BurIy Negro Robs a Girl.

Miss Mamie Thomas, cashier in w. r
Bennetts store, had thrilling experience
with colored highwayman Tuesday night
while returning to her home, 1903 North
Eighteenth street. Near the corner of Sew.
enteenth and Charles streets a burly negro
sprang from the alley, and, seizing her about
the neck. holding her mouth with one hanG
to prevent screaming, he snatched pocket.
book suspended to the belt with chain, ant
then ran back into the alley and disappeared
The purse contained $3.50.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Colorado RniIrond. ConnoIidnte.

DENVER, Oct. 12.-The Republican today
says: The Midland Terminal and the Flor
ence & Cripple Creek railroads will conso
idate about November l and form a new
railroad, which will bear the name OF the
Denver & Southwestern. The newly COM
pleted plant of the Labella Mill, Water and
Power company at Goldfeld. three fourths
interest in the Metallic Extraction company's
cyanide plant near Florence and other large
properties in the Cripple Creek district will
be included in the combination. The forma-
tion of the company, which is capitalized al
$4,923.000, hangs upon the issuance of $500,
900 worth of general mortgage gold bonds
bearing per cent interest for thirty years
These bonds have been taken up by Mont
gomery Rawlins & Co., bankers of Boston.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Mrs. Loud Gets a Divorce.

CHEYENNE, Wyo., Oct. 12.-(Special Tel
egram )-In the district court here today q
divorce was granted Mrs. Minnie Loud from
her husband, William f. Loud, a wealthy
lumberman of Detroit, Mich. Suit for di-
vorce was brought by Mr. Loud on the
grounds OF extreme cruelty. His petition
was denied and the divorce granted on Mrs
Louds cross bill charging desertion, The
decree awards Mrs. Loud $4,000 cash, the
custody of the three children and not less
than 500 month for their support. II alsC
imposes the costs and attorneys fees upon
Mr.. Loud.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
NEWPORT DEsERTERs ARRIVE
Transport ConnemnuRh Renchcs s""
Francisco Thirty-Thrcc Days
from Manila.

SAN FRANCISCO. oct. 12-The United
States transport steamer Connemaugh ar
rived here today, thirty-three days from
Manila. II carried ffty-siX passengers.
Fifty-seven soldiers who deserted from
the Newport came home on the Connemaugh.
Among them were fifteen men of the Four
teenth infantry seven of the Third ortil-
lery thirteen OF the Fourth cavalry. two oil
the Twenty second infantry and one each OF
the Thirteenth, Twentieth and sixteenth
infantry.
p. Gibson OF the Twentieth Kansas, c. L.
Kline of the Fifty first Iowa and f, Dodge
OF the Minnesota regiment also came on the
Connemaugh.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
-
Recruits Discharged.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 12.-(Special Tele-
grant, )-Recruits Alexander Craine, Henry
Witehouse, Bert Martin, Frank Dwyer, Ar
thur J. Elkns, Henry Remington, George
Parliment, George Dawson, CHARLES c. Wag-
ner, Glenn f. Baney, William j. Bertelson,
Eugene johnson, Jesse r. Haincr, william
b. Myricks, John Looney, James II. Hender-
son, jr; John w. Stoneback, Oscar A. Swan
son, Edwin ID. Kelly, Frank A. Gcssett,
Charles Barhydt, Sherman Welcher, Robert
w. Rissman, Archie Hazelton and William
A. Joil Thirty ninth infantry, have been
DISCHARGED
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
SANTA FE BUYS A BRANCH LINE.
Becomes the Owner of LenrcnwOrth,
Topeka ~ SOuthWcstcrn ROnd.

KANSAS, CITY. Oct. IA Star special
from Oskalocsa, Kan, says: The Leaven'
worth, Topeka & Southwestern railroad
which runs from Leavenworth to Meriden
Junction, about forty miles, was sold at
public auction here today by Special Master
Dillon for 100000 to Edward Wilder, treas
urcr of the AtChisOn, Topeka & Santa Fe
system, the only bidder The sale had been
advertised by the American Loan and Trust
company.
A party of railway officials including
Messrs. Dillon and Wilder, and Receiver
Mcclellan, Attorney Dunlap Of Chicago
counsel for the Santa Fe, and w. II. Ross
ington of Topeka, representing the bond
holders, arrived here on special train this
morning and returned Immediately to
Topeka.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
KRUGER'S SON AT THE FRONT
Half the Members of the TransvnaI
Legislature Go Forward with
the Troops.

VoLKSRUsT, Oct 1l.-3;40 p. m.-(De-
layed in transmission president Kruger's
son and grandson, as well as half the mem
bers of the Transvaal legislature, are now
at the front. Men who are arriving here
report that the Beers are still streaming
from different districts to the Natal from
tier, many who have been refused by the
eulisting officers going on foot
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Censorship of CabIeerams

NEW YORK, Oct, l2.-The Commercial
Cable company has issued the following
notice:
1--WE are advised that the Natal admins
tration announces that a military censorship
has been established over messages to and
from Natal, kilograms in code will not be
accepted without the production OF the code
for Yerifcation.'
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
KipIing VIII Not Speak.

LONDON, Oct. 12.-With reference to the
announcement that Rudyard Kipling would
speak in Brighton, England, in support of
the governments South African policy, Mr..
Kiplng telegraphs the Associated Press as
follows: The statement that | am to speak
in Brighton is an error on the part of the
newspapers. ] have never intended to do So"
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Thanks English Friends.

LONDON, Oct. 12,-As a pendant to his
dispatch to America. President Kruger has
cabled the Transvaal European agent as fol-
lows from Pretoria, under date of October II
please convey the heartfelt thanks OF the
government of the South African republic to
its friends in England for the courageous
way in which they have defended the cause
of right Whatever the outcome may be, the
two republics will always gratefully bear in
mind the assistance and support shown them
in these critical days"
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13

this morning by cutting a nftccu-nch open
ing through the wall ten feet above the
bod V ronfedcrato "o21 Sn5 Il iircJ n male al
tire a few days ago she declared she
would never submit TO being tried under the
voice n making
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13

The "Plow Boy Preacher" Rev. j. Kirk
man Belle Rive, H., says, After suffering
from bronchial or lung trouble for ten years
! was cured by One Minute Cough Cure. 1t
is all that is claimed for it and more" It
cures coughs, colds. grippe and all throat
and lung troubles.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13

Laurier was preeent. Mr.. Allan of the
Allan limo is in the city relative to the
transportation OF troops His company, he
says, has chartered to the British govern
ment four OF it's best steamers-the Mongo-
liam, Sicilian, Bavarian and Siberian.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Visiting Nurses Meet.

The members of the Visiting Nurses as
sociation held a special meeting Thursday
afternoon at their rooms in the Arlington
block. A large number OF the active mem
bers were present, as several important
questions were announced TO come up for
consideration. The regular annual meeting
OF the ASSOCIATION Will occur next Thursday
Christian association rooms, when the cleo
tion of officers for the ensuing year will
take place. Several names were suggest sd
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
People Writing More Letters.

WASHINGTON, Oct. l2?-Third Assistant
Postmaster General Marvin announced today
that for the quarter ending September 80
last, the increase over the corresponding
quarter last year in tie issue OF postage
stamps, stamped envelopes and postal cards
had amounted TO almost IA per cent.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13

and determination was expressed to push
the work OF the society this fall and winter
with all possible energy. a cordial invita-
ested in the laudable work OF the associa-
ton to be present at the meeting next
prOCeedngs
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
TnIRl -roInrH REACHES MANILA.
No Casualties to Any Member of She
New REGIMENT Enroutc.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 12-The War de-
partment has received the following from
General Otis;
MANILA, Oct 12.-Transport Columbia
arrived last evening; no casualties. Warren
leaves 18th inst; Columbia as soon as
possible
The Columbia left San Francisco Septem-
Der with headquarters and fve companies
of the Thirty fourth United states volunteer
infantry, Colonel l.. V. w. kennon COM
manding, fetal Of eighteen officers, 800 en-
listed men.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Discnss NrN A.se.nment nInns.

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind, oct. l2.--The third
days session of the supreme lodge Of the
Knights and Ladies' of Honor was given up
to the discussion OF new assessment plans
by which the rates of insurance viii be
changed. Twelve assessments each year
have been recommended.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Yellow Fever Hero Dies.

WASHINGTON, Oct. l2.-Intormation has
been received by the marine hospital sery-
ice OF the death from yellow fever Of AS
sistaut Surgeon w. J. McAdam. in charge
OF the marine hospital at Key West.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13

LONDON, Oct l2.-The colonial office an
nounces officially that Mr.. MscCrum. the
United States consul in Pretoria. with the
consent OF his government, has taken charge
OF British interests in the Transvaal.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Railway Notes and Personals.

C. c. Cary. commercial agent of the
Southern Pacific at Kansas city, is an
Omaha visitor.
w. II. Cundey of Denver travelling pas
senger agent of ths Denver Rio drande,
agent of the katy" at Kansas City, left
this morning for the south after a brief
visit in Omaha.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Holland VIII Act in London.

THE HAGUE, Oct l2,-At the request OF
the government of the South African re-
public, the Dutch consul general in London.
Dr. H. j. Mas, will take charge OF the in
terests Of Transvaalers in Great Britain.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Aie~pnJrin CcIrI,rntcs.

ALEXANDRIA, Va, oct, 12.-Thc found
ing of the city Of Alexandria lj0 years aEo
was celebrated today with an elaborate
outdoor display ana street pageant,
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Colonel Frost to Go Back.

WASHINGTON Oct. 12.-Colonel A. S.
Frost, First South Dakota volunteers, has
been appointed major of the Thirty ninth
volunteer regiment.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13

COLON, Colombia, Oct, 12.-(Via Gal
weston. General Campo Herrano has been
appointed governor of the Department of
Panama, succeeding General Duran Colonel
Shaler, superintendent of the Panama, re-
turned from the United States yesterday.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
senntor scott Very III

MORGANTOWN, W. Va, oct. l2.-United
States Senator n, B. Scott was taken very
III with facial eryslpelas while here TO at
his physicians forbid hls being moved.
Captain Chadwick left today for Washing
ton
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
DubIin,s Mayor Coming Over.

LONDON, Oct. 12.-Daniel Talon. lord
mayor OF Dublin, sailed for the United
States today on board the White Star steam
ship Majestic.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
niu Batch of immtgrnnts.

NEW YORK, oct l2.-Morc than 500 i'm
migrants passed through the barge office
today. OF these 9iO arrived ON the Oceanic
last night. $50 on the Ems. 32O On the Trayc.
253 on the AlSatia.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13

ST. PAUL, MINI, Oct 12.-The Protestant
Episcopal congress continued It's session to-
day, the morning topic being. "Is Nature
Christian" The opening paper was read by
Rev. Frederick Palmer Of Andovcr. Mass,
The second paper was by Rev j. Hutchin-
son of New York. A general discussion fol,
la
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Americnns Alter Rritish Ideas.

LONDON, Oct. 1.-THE United States
naval constructors, among them j. w, Pow
ell, sent to England to enter upon a course
of special instruction, arrived in London
today.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
smith Returns 10 Washington.

WASHINGTON. Oct, 12,-Postmaster Gen
eral Charles Emory Smith returned today
from the west, where be has been with the
presidential party.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
EnncrnI nircctnrs scIcrt ncn,cr.

CINCtNNAT1 oct. l2.-Thc eighteenth
annual convention OF the National Fu-
neral Directors association adjourned to-
daN 10 moot meXt OotnhNr az DemNCr.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct 12.-The United
States transport Connemaugh, from Manila
for this city, has been sighted a short dis
tance from the coast
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13

BOSTON, oct. 12.-John T.. Blakcmore,
broker has filed a petition IN bankruptcy,
Liabilities $72ll0
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Female stage Robber E.capes.

TUCSON, Arlz,, Oct, l2.-Pearl Hart, The
female stage robber, incarcerated here
awaiting trial on an indictment In the
limited States court broke iail AT O'Clock
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13

ment OF the state volunteers having expired
the number OF volunteer generals is being
reduced
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Forces in Luxon Advancing.

WASHINGTON, Oct, 12.-The War depart
ment today received the following dispatch,
dated Manila, October 12:
"Schwan's column is marching on Sapang
and Das Marinas today, where opposition is
expected. His artillery and wagon trans
portation is returning to Bacoor by way OF
Rosario A column of 500 men is marching
from linus to support Schwan, II necessary.
Young, in the north, has occupied Arayat,
and supplies are being moved up the Rio
Grande by cascoes to that point, Lawton
will command column when full concentra-
tion is effected Young's loss today one
enlisted man, who was wounded yesterday.
Insurgents attacked Angeles lines, quickly
repulsed; six enlisted men were slightly
wounded"
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
To cure a Cold in one Day

Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All
druggists refund the money II II fails to cure.
L. w, Groves signature is On each box, 25c.
Omaha daily bee., 1899-10-13
Allan Liners for Canadian Troops.

OTTAWA, Ont, Oct. 12,-The Cabinet met
It noon to consider the question OF furnish
Ing troops fer the Transyaal. Premier