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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-09-19
Mr.. VANDERBHT'S WILL.
RTNOR ABOUT CORNELIUS. Jh. .
SHARE-INHERITANCE AND
REVENUE TAXES.

r-,,u the will Of the late Cornelius Vanderoht
,s fled for probate II will not be known no"
-,rob Federal war revenue tax and how nucn
.,be-,ta,-e tax 10 New-York State will he pald
on. NJ IL Ferdinand Eidman, the Collector OF
1,.er7al Revenue for the Second DISTRICT OF
,,.v-.york and Controller Coler said yesterday
that thev could not take any step toward collect
,,e the war revenue tax and the inheritance tax
MI the will ~ Mr. Vanderbilt was filed in the
surrosate's office.
The lav requires that the executors OF the
ss+a+. shall make 70 the Collector OF Internal
Revenue report ~ the amount Of the legacles
unde- the will and the Collector may accept
their report or make investigation 70 deter
wine Us correctness before he proceeds TO collect
The var revenue tax the lesacies under the
vii The Collector has power 10 seize property
o. the estate II such course is necessary 70
collect the tax. For the collection OF the IN
beritance tax Controller Coler is the authorized
agent II is probable that the Surrogate Will ap-
poir, an appraiser 70 determine the amount OF
the estate which IS subject TO the inheritance 'aA
under the law.
The war revenue tax on the legacies, II rs ex-
noted will be % per cent. as II is believed that
Mr. Vanderbilt left his fortune to his wife ano
children IT, as has been rumored, he left TO
members Of his family as much as SlooWoWr'
the war revenue tax alone would be S3'ip"p.
The inheritance tax due the State OF New YORK
at ] per cent would be nearly S1.3n'V". ana
the estate would pay in war revenue tax ana IN
heritance tax considerably over S3,Wo~"
II has been suggested that Mr.. Nandernnt
nay have made deeds Of gift TO members Of his
family so as to avoid the payment Of so large
sum IN taxes on his estate II papers for such
deeds were drawn some time before his death
and left unrecorded a question might arise as
u their validity in wardins off the tax. No In
formation regarding such deeds has been OBJ
tained by the officials Controller Coler said yes
terday. Il do not believe that Mr.. Vanderbilt
took any step 70 avoid the payment Of the tax
or his estate He was not the kind Of man 10
resort 70 any underhand method of keeping from
the Government OF the State what belonged to
either"
i was reported yesterday on the alleged su-
thorty II a man connected with the NeV-fork
Central Railroad that under the provisions or
Nj Vanderbilt's will Cornelius Vanderbilt. II.
would receive an equal share with his brothers.
with the restriction that after his death his
Share would revert TO the estate. and not 60 10
his children The report declared that intorma-
ton q that effect had been given 10 the railroad
man by Mrs Elliott F. Shepard. No confrma-
ton of the report could be obtained yesterday
from persons Interested
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THE WEATHER REPORT.

YESTERDAYS RECORD AND TO-pAY's FORECAST
washington Sept. During The last twenty four
hours rains have been u the Mississippi
RIVER except In The Middle Atlantic states and New
England while fair v,athr has prevailed throughout
the West There 10 nigh temperatures. except in
Arizona and extreme Southern California From the West
GuIf states norheastWsrd throughout Ohio they have
fallen 10 20 10 degrees In the Pacific Coast and plateau
regions has continued with little change In
temperature The high pressure area. which
West dominate thc conditions for the next
three DAYS and comparatively loT temperatures may
expected during hat time throughout the
East Rain s Indicated generally Tuesday
lower lake region probably continuing
Wednesday Atlantic states For Wednesday
ally indicated with the exception above
noted The winds ~ North Atlantic Coast will %
shifting 20 westerly Wednesday. while
on the south they Will b. mostly variable.
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PERRY BELMONT'S VIEWS.
THE REPUTATION OF HIS INTERVIEW
PROPHEsYING BRYAN's ELECTION.
To the Editor Of The Tribune.

To the Editor Of The Tribune.
Sir: Upon my return TO NewYork following
an absence Of fortnight my attention was
called to the publication Of an alleged interview
of my brother, the Hon. Perry Belmont. purport-
ing 10 have been given by him 10 a reporter on
September 6. in London. on the eve of pro-
fessed departure for the United States. and in
which he was quoted as saying that the coun-
try is sick OF the jellyish imperialism OF Presi-
dent Mckinley" and that with William j.
Bryan's middle Of the road policy II is difficult
10 prophesy anything hut a sweeping majority
for Mr.. Bryan next election"
The extravagant expressions used were 80 con-
trary 70 his customary conservatism, and so at
variance with his Independence and the consis-
tency Of his political vews-moreover. he was
not sailing. according TO my best Information
that cabled to him, asking whether the inter-
view genuine. His reply confirms your pos
tive denial by cable this morning. He author
ICES me in his cable 10 say that he has not seen
any reporters since his departure from America
and he declares that he has nothing to add to or
change in the views expressed on the eve or MS
sailing for Europe. June Il. which were then
used by The Associated Press, and in which in
terview he affirmed that:
IF such severe test should be made as
choice between the Constitution and the Philip
pines. Democrats would in my opinion, let the
Philippines go. But such test is likely or
necessary. II Congress is not 10 assemble oefore
the usual time. there will not be National poll
tics during the next six months for those out
side the Administration circle. The management
Of our new islands. including taxation ana ex-
penditure is now treated at Washington as
purely an executive affair. The President shouId
satisfactorily punish Aguinaldo and his follow
ers for their assault early last February on our
Army at Manila When that has been accom-
plshed and Congress has assembled, there VIII
be real problems growing out OF expansion that
will press for solution
So much has been published and said in our
name Of late wholly foreign to our own poHtlcaI
creed and that Of our father. whose opinions IN
his day Democrats respected and refer 10 to-day
in unmstakable terms Of approval. and Whlch
We profess TO hold and alone TO represent tnat
I take this occasion to repudiate Tor ooth OF Us
once and for all any utilization with the dema-
gogy and POpulism which are now trying 70 RUE
end did rule our party in 1870
AUGUST BELMONT.
New-York, Sept 1s. 1899
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The BOARD OF DELEGATES DENoUNcEs The
COMMISSIONERS FOR NOT DECIDING


The Board ~ Delegates representing most NJ the
building trades Of the city held a meeting yester-
dav and passed resolutions denouncins the COM
uiszoners Of the New East River Bridge FOR delay
ing their decision on the complaint Of the Granite
Cutters Union that the contractors building the
bridge anchorage have not been paying the prevail
ing rate ~ wages for I'VE months. The complaint
nas made 10 the Commissioners last November
but IL Is alleged that they took no action uniii
rnsndamus was issued ny the courts com pellng
,ba1, - make an investigation After the granite
cutters had obtained the mandamus they expected
The Commissioners would render decision not
later than last May. -.. w.t. -
Mr. . Brien Of the Granite cutters mon; sala
,bat although the Bridge Commissioners nan rem
dered a decision last week 70 The erect that the
cornnsint OF mis- union was well founded and order
inr the contractors 10 comply with the law ~hlcn
saws that the prevailing rate Of wages must % PAID
on ali State md municipal public work the decision
had come too late. All the work on the bridge an
chor,gas is hout finished Continuing, Mr.. . Brien
nsit Sis respects 20 Tammany Hal, which ne nolds
responsihe for the tariy action Of the Bridge COM
missioners. He said. ..,,., Ill.
The workingmen Of the city get beautiful talks
from the Tammany han Administrator "u' u go
ara ends IN tax
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RESOLUTIONS PASSED AT NEWPORT.

Newport. Sept Is (speciaD.-At a meeting Of the
governors o. the Newport Casino. held to-day. the
following resolutions adopted:
Resolved, That IN the death Of Mr.. Cornelius
Vanderbilt the Newport Casino has suffered the
loss o. . president whose interest In It's erairS
was c0ct.nlaly and wisely manifested and whose
sttentOn the duties OF his Office was answering
Resolved That the members OF the Board or
Governors experience a sense OF personal loss in
the severance OF long association with one whose
high sense ~ duty. INABILITY Of character and
unvs rying courtesy Of manner have caused them
70 entertain for him enduring respect and ahec-
rOn and they desire record this Just tribute 20
his memory.
Resolved That a copy OF these resolutions be en-
crossed and transmitted 70 Mrs. Cornelius Van
6erbIr
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SOME EXPLANATIONS.

To the Editor Of The Tribune.
Sir: ask the favor Of little Of your space for
the inclosed and also FOR an explanation which
I am anxious 70 give 20 those persons who DO me-
the honor 70 take an interest IN my play The
Gladly"
Some INSCRIPTIONS person has been circulating a
report that the differences between myself and Mr.
Stuart Robson have arisen IN consequence OF my
Directing n the deleton OF certain passages In my
play which II was feared would offend religious
feeling have not until now contradicted either
this or any other % the false statements which
have been made about my affairs imaginary IN
tervews" with ne. containing scraps overheard
from private conversations have appeared in the
press and I therefore take this opportunity 10 say
that the present letter is my first and last state
ment about this matter
Last winter entered into contract with Mr.
Robson for the production in this country Of my
play. which had written some time before. BY
nv special desire the contract contained clause
forbdding any omission insertion or alterati In
the text without my consent knew nothing OF
the American stage. but was assured that should
ind M Robson both man who would fulfil his
contracts and ar actor capable Of handling trag
edy with dignity and respect" At his urgent re-
quest 7 came from Europe in the summer to at
tend me rehearsals and also 10 make some technl-
cal changes which his London representative had
told me- were required on my arrival his New
York representatives demanded that / should so
and action but the motives. conduct and feelings
Of the characters and especially that should in
troduce ginger" into the love scenes. Although
was most willing 70 meet Mr. Robson's wishes In
any way which would not involve loss Of self
respect, / positively refused 70 DO ANYTHING when
would in nv opinion cheaper and degrade me
play. From that moment began series OF .. al,
iempfs 10 compel nv consent. vas threatened
with legal proceedings and refused admission m
the rehears5ls II was only by the aid Of my So
licors and not until four days before the opening
I'm Providence that 7 discovered what play MI
Pohson mad been rehea -sing and announcing 20 the
public As mine II Is no. my play a. all. nut an
3daptaton from my novel. go much distorted as 10
be hardly recognizable.
cann6t allow my name TO De associated with an
YIi-srafa rneodrana. nor can accept royalties for
n o- in anv way condone Mr. Robsons conduct
I2t,r he has 7 understand. incurred much expense
in preparations and have no desire 70 injure MIN
NOT hstanding he wrong which he has done 70
me- Nor DO I wish 10 be drawn into A lawsuit /
have therefore reluctantly consented 70 allow me
reduction Of the adaptation. demanding only
hubble statement OF the truth. the announcement
Of the play In future unauthorized adaPta-
ton and such damages as the solicitors consider
iuS- The inclosed Il copy Of the statement
signed by Mr. Robson. though inadequate rep
aration n is the only one possible and must ne
content with H. 2 l. VOYNICH
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OFFICE S.

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The Waldorf Astoria.

Ny Dear Mr. Judson. After careful consideration
have decided not 20 be a candidate for the United
States Senate My reasons for mis- determination
are personal and OF business nature
fully appreciate and thank you and my many
other friends for offered support, and hope BE-
able IN the future 70 show my gratitude for all
that has been done for by the people ~ our
state am nv dear sir. sincerely yours
R A. ALGER
To the Hon William Judson. Ann Arbor. Mich.
General Ager declined 70 say anything further
concerning his withdrawal than contained IN
the letter
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OBITUARY NOTES.

Lexington. Sept. IS (specisD.-Judge B. !. Peters.
former Chief Justice Of Kentucky. died to-day AT
Mount Sterling aged ninety-four years
Versailles Ky, Sept 1s.-Mrs J. c. $ Blackburn
wife o. The ex-senator. died here OF heart disease
last night aged sixty years Mr.. Blackburn left
nome few DAYS ago. his wifes health showing
great improvement He his way from the
East when Mrs Blackburn died Mrs BLACKBURN
was the daughter OF the late DR.. Christopher I.
Graham. noted Kentuckian and a centenarian.
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ALGEP'S LETTER OF WITHDRAWAL.

HIS REASONS PERSONAL AND OF BUSINESS
NATURE FOB NOT SEEKING sENATORsHIP
Detroit. Sept. 1s-General r. A. Alger today gave
out letter written by him in NewYork Sep
terber s in which he announces his withdrawal
from candidacy for United States Senator The
letter Is follows:
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pPTVcETOy STTDTNTS' PFTTPY.

Princeton y ]. Sept lS-The academic year has
begun. and all the morning trains brought in
crowds Of students Tomorrow and on Wednesday
the freshmen examinations will he held. on
Wednesday afternoon the formal opening Of the
university will take place. President Patton will
welcome the entering men. and the dean.
Samuel r Winans will then Be installed. The
latest reports estimate the number OF students in
the freshman class ar $50
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DIR. IAN DYKES Successor.

TALK OF CALLING PRESIDENT STRIKER TO The
BRICK CHI RCH.
President VI Woolsey Stryker ~ Hamilton Col
Iasa If was reported yesterday may succeed the
Rev Dr. van Dyke IN the pastorate ~ the
Brick Presbyterian church DR. Stryker has often
preached at the church, and n is stated that an
effort Is being aie on tn part OF many or the
aggregation n have him called Several mem
hers OF he church Yesterday by A Trio-
une reporter and they asserted they had no Nnowl-
edge Of any movement 70 call Or. Stryker
William p Barbour. Of No Is Wail-st.. A promi-
nent member of the church. said II was Impossible
any one else being called. because The onl" man
he knew who would succeed Dr. van DYKE was
DR. van Dyke himself He Is now in Canada. but
will preach from his pulpit on the first Sunday in
October and each sunday thereafter until new
pa srOr is chosen
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DIED.

J:i HafbS; j .GS q Rea jess. Mar
Hp s9c. in he "a s ye1 1f.s.n S: e 2s Yves.
81. New YORK Tuesday. 10Th inst. AT 5 o. m
Relatives and friends in"ited
JEssuP-At Portland Me- on Sunday. September "
Rsatyes and freni. are invited to attend tn. gnsra
of her s3n Mr + 3 Jcssup ~ IS Convent-aye., New
York CTS.
LATHAM Suddenly SATURDAY september is' 4" ~ ~
late residence. Llangolen New .BrunsNik -, ~.
ward Latham. eldest son q Catherine I. ana wv
Hs ,5ns ana frisnds a9gso Brunswick .
Weinesday September ~ ? 80 2, m o1''ass' "
NoERls her residence No go Bro1 d ~ kses
7. Morris widow u Jacob Npcott motifs ana oausD'.
~ the late BENJAMIN y Pearce. IN the o4'h yea' "
runers' services =, the y Tuesday Sep
'emher 10
sfMONsON-At West New Brighton staten Island so.
and charlotte 4 smonson
Funeral services church u the Ascension Wes' ~
Brighton staten Island wednesday At o'clock
sMIrH-suddeny September 10. James smith blow. blow
husband u Sarah smith native - Maynootn 'onnD
kildare Ireland IN his 9Th year member 81 ne a.
F smith 4 the seventeenth Precinct. -.
and West washington Place. 1T 10 N. on Tuesday
18Th INST
Hdeiine iaagbts1 q the late george n. ana rif''
F,ineri services a, Rossdale ceneery Orange. > ~
Tuesday. lHth Inst. 20 O'Clock p NJ
ToBEYrn BROOKLYN. on septemae, T. l:'@ El,.S''
lpkins. Vife ~ Edward n T0bey and daughter
the late Elias Banks u Portland Ne
New England papers please copy.
A-The Krn,ico Cemetery. Priyat: .,.;ior
Harlem Railroad - minutes ride from me 1rAh' 'en'@
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AT THE VARIETY THEATRES.

Edwin Milton Royle and Selma Fet'er cha rkad
their bill a. Keths Yesterday 10 The Highban
Family" comedy written by Mr. Roye other
features % the programme Ching Ling Foo
and his little surprises Morie the tourist jugger
Boyer, and n Brien, Anna Mortland and Charles
MURRAY. the Trio Onaw. European acrobats. who
made their first appearance in America and Billy
and Willie Farrell The biogra ph showed the Co
lurnhia and the Shamrock
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OBITUARY.
LANES VI NIXON.

James Nixon. who was well known as circus
man many wears ago. died on Saturday az the
Putnam House Fourth-ave. and Twenty -sixth-st.
rs nearly eighty years old Nixon's Circus
visited ell parts Of the country. Mr. Nixon was
The first man 70 take an American circus 70 Europe.
lie leaves TWO daughters
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roREcAsr EoR ro-DAY an wEpNEspAY-

For New EnglanI .an TO-DAY. Wednesday cooler and
fair except rain on coast fresh south winds
For District q Columbia Eastern New York. Eastern
Perrsvlvania Jersey. Delaware and Maryland.
today and probably night. cooler AZ night Wednesday
fair cooler fresh slutherly winds becoming variable
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BrILDIyG TRADES AND THE VIEW BRIDGE.

Jacob Lift has engaged Isabelle Urquhart FOR
The Great Ruby.
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PRINTED MATTER. ETC.-Gerrnan steamers sailing Or
TUESDAYS take Printed Matter etc. or Germany. an
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< Europe American and White star steamers o.
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To the Editor Of The Tribune

To the Editor Of The Tribune.
Sir. The play The Gadfv" which am about 70
nroduca Is not the play written by Mrs Voynich.
which contracted with her 10 produce and which
she came 70 this country TO I'D IN the production
OF hut is an adaptation from Mrs. Noynichs novel
Of The same name prepared az my request ny Ed
v-a-d = Rose without her consent. but nave since
obtained h .r consent N the production OF sucn
adaptation. . - 1 AM '''i''7'''
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Postomce Noticc.

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timep
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RENNET-At Cottage CITY. Mass. MONDAY september
IL Anna j wife " Orvtlle Y Bennett ana daughter
~ the Andrew NILS.
Notice u funeral hereafter
HOPE-On Saturday. september 10 lS'r Amela nas''
widow q Ci~ofge T Hope IN the 15th year Or heI az
Funeral late residence ~ loS NSs' 80
81, New York cV. on Tuesday sep'smOsf TO- i'S"'
al 1880 m
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Prince David Kawanarakoa. ~ Honolulu. a well
h,iilr man Of about thirty. svarthy ~ skin and
wearing fashionable raiment at
Or-FFN tracted attention yesterday morn
IT Tr-O- ing AZ the Waldorf. He reached
kALANIS town on SUNDAY, atter rdlhsr uH-
NEPHEW fortunate experience in leaving
Chicago on wrong train. The
Prince los, nearly day travelling in a wrong d.
rection but he looked happy he va ked about
in he waldorf for all that. The Princes mother
was sister OF queen LilmOkalani and his father
was David Fohalepouu. chief and personal friend
OF the regning families in Hawai-. Prince DAVID
was educated in California. and speaks Enghsh
fuently The Prince started for Washington early
Yesterday morning
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Tribune all not he responsible FOR is loss.
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The programme at Tony Pastors Theatre in
Guided Lynch and Jewell. the Blondells. Mile
Marguerite. Jess Dandy. o X Sato, George z.
Austin Van Leer and Barton. Lawson and Namon.
Lew simmons Clark Gibbs. Behman and Spauld-
ing the Grant Sisters. Leonzo. Emery and Russell
and The American vtagraph.
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