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Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27
To Prevent the Railroads From
Putting New Classification
Into Effect,
ARMY CHANGES ON THE TAPIs
Another Boston FaIlyre-Flre at
Fort Wayne-Varlous Cities
Want the Democratic
Convention.

Washington. Dec. 27-The inter
state commerce commission decided
today to comply with the request Of
shippers of freight and transmit to
the Attorney General of the United
States transcript of the evidence
taken before the commission last
week on the increase in the classif-
cation of freight by the official class
iflcation of the commission. Ship
pers urged that the testimony taken
showed the violation of the Sherman
antitrust act. Their desire is that
the attorney general take action by
an injunction, or otherwise, to re-
strain the roads from putting the
classification into effect on January
first.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27
Notice.

All persons who feel like forward
Ing the welfare of this city, will very
much oblige the management of the
Humanitarian Home" by handing in
the names of their friends and ac-
quaintances in the states. to the un-
dersigned, that free copies of the pa
per may be sent to them from the
Office, opposite San Miguel National
bank. M. O'SULLIVAN.
4S-tf Editor
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27

Lewis. president Of the New York
prison association, who went to Cuba
on behalf Of the state and other or
carnations OF the United States made
sensational report to the secretary
OF war in regard to penal institutions
on the ISLAND. He contends that this
government is responsible and says
truthful description OF the prisons
would arouse a universal Indignation
which would probably be mis-
directed"
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27
Mortuarv List.

Joliet, Ills, Dec. 27-John Fleming
a well known railroad contractor, died
today of paralysis, 73 years old. He
helped to construct many trunk rail
way lines in the United States.
Pittsburg, Pa, Dec. 27-Captain
Jacob Jay vandergrift. one of the
wealthiest men in Pittsburg, pioneer
of petroleum and natural gas produc.
ing industry, died suddenly last night
aged 72.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27
Good sized Fire at Fort wavns.

Fort Wayne, Ind, Dec. 27-Fire
this morning destroyed the wholesale
and retail dry goods establishment
Of Geo. Dewald & Co.. and the crock
cry store of M. F. Kaag, causing an
aggregate loss of 100000 on which
there is total insurance Of s1s5, GOO
distributed among several companies
The Dewald concern was one Of the
Oldest mercantile establishments in
the northwest.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27
Col. VIM. j. voIkar to Go to Cuba.

Washington, Dec. 27-Col. William
]. Volkar, assistant general, has been
relieved of duty in the department of
Colorado and has been ordered tenn
porary for duty at New York on COM
pletion of which he will proceed to
Havana for assignment duty as adju-
tant general division Of Cuba.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27

The locally famous meals at the
Plaza hotel are equal to the best to
be found anywhere. Superior food,
prepared by professional cooks, served
by courteous walters from snowy
tables. leaves nothing to be desired.
Every meal is pleasant surprise and
a toothsome delight. 136-tf.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27
Fatal Boiler Explosion.

Denver Colo; Dec. 27-Boiler of To-
comotive of the Rio Grande road blew
up today at Minturn, killing Engineer
S. H. Quackenbush and injuring Fire
man salden SO that he died few
hours later
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27

The funeral of Mrs. Hedwick took
place at 2 p. m. from her late resi-
dence. Rev. Sweet officiating. In.
terment was made in the I. 0. o. F.
cemetery, she being member of the
Rebekahs.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27
Milwaukee Alderman Kills Himself

Milwaukee, Wis, Dec. 27-Alder--
man George Hill committed suicide
today by shooting himself through
the head. Worry over street rail-
way ordinance is said to be the cause
Hill was Democrat and supported
the ordinance.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27
After the Democratic Convention

Cincinnati. Ohio, Dec. 27-Active
business men are making every ef-
fort to secure location of Democratic
national convention at this city. Com
peting cities will be Kansas City, Chi
cago, Milwaukee and New York.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27
Roland Reeds Condition Serious.

New York, Dec 27-Operation for
cancer of stomach has been performed
on Roland Reed, the actor. His con-
dition is very serious.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27

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, 1899-12-27
Morton Denies Rumor of a Chance

WuTtoH UeHIts HUmor OF Chanqe,
Chicago, Dec 27-Paul Morton,
second vice president of the Santa
Fe road today denied most positively
that he is to be president of the re.
organized Kansas City, Pittsburg &
Gulf road
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27

Mrs. Ella McCaddon, proprietress
OF the El Dorado hotel dining
rooms, is serving exceeding
iy good meals, in fact everything the
market affords is served in the best
of style. 38-tf
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27
500 600 Blaze Al RnuIder.

Boulder, Colo, Dec. 27-Seventeen
buildings at Caribou burned yester-
day. The fire started in f. w. Rich
ey's store. The loss is estimated at
$4,000.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27

FOR RENT-Rooms suitable for
lodging or light housekeeping over
store. Inquire Stearn & Nahm
Bridge street. 24-tf.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27

FOR RENT-A four room house on
Fifth street. Enquire Chas. Tamme
24-tf
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27

One omitted point in the bent Din
joke IS that a man always knows
when to get up.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27

A six room furnished cottage for
rent with all conveniences. Hot and
cold water. Apply Manager Green
leaf. Hot Springs. N. NJ. 294-tf
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27

FOR RENT Two nice rooms at St
Anthony's sanltarium. 26-If
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1899-12-27

Horrible Prisons IN Cuba.
New York. Dee. 27-CharIton
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1899-11-14
OUXI'S SIDE OTIT.
His Version OF tho IncIdrnt with Chai,
man Iiirs.
(Tho State, lOth.)

Mr.. ID. a. G. QUITS requests The
State to give tho following, which is
his version Of tho encounter with
State Chairman Miles mentioned
yesterday: "Mr Miles calnc up to
mo last night near tho Jerome, &c,
companiod by several Of his friends.
He did do somo cussing, but called
him a damned coward and Il damned
scouudrcl,' and when ho shook hls
fist in my face knocked it down and
slapped him in tho mouth with tho
samo blow. lie stepped back and
raised bis fist rs if to strikn me. |
raised my stick and invited him to
como on, but he turned and went into
tho hotol. AS he left, as Il parting
shot, | told him he wus damned
coward
"Mr Miles, III tho paper this morn
ing Us that was tho first oprortu
nifty no had had to call me down, as
it was the first timo he had seen mo
sinco the controversy began. This
is not SO, for l hayo met him on the
streets half q dozen tunes prior to
last night and since | began pull
fishing letters on dlspcnsury matters.
If Mr.. Miles wants satisfaction, all
he need do is to notify mo of time
and place, SO can have somo Of my
friends on hand to 500 fair play and
not como at mo unawarcs with Il
troop Of his friends mt his back, RS
was the case last night.
II did not attempt to draw Il pis-
tol last night. That stat'mont il.
tho paper this morning is not in nc
cord with tho facts"
A WITNESS ACCOUNT OF TIE AFFAIR.
To the Editor Of Tho State.
On the night Of Nov s last l WAS
in the Jerome and walked to the
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1899-11-14
THE STATE PROHIBITIONIsIs
Preliminary Action TO tho Next State Cam
paign.
{The State, 10th.)

(The State, 10Th
The conference of Prohibitionists,
called by Chairman A. 9. Jones, met
at IL o'clock yesterday in the hall Of
the Knights of Phythias on Main
street. Mr.. Jones explained the
reasons for calling the conference,
which was to be purely informal.
The situation in this State was dis
cussed very freely, and the con-
ference took preliminary action which
purposes line of policy on the part
of the Prohibitionists to maintain in
tact their organization and work for
the accomplishment of it's objects as
heretofore within the lines of the
Democratic party. This preliminary
action will be communicated through
the regular channel to the county
chairmen, and another conference
will be held at a future date to for
mulate definite plans for the consid-
GRAFTON of the mombers of the leg
islature who are in sympathy with
the movement. The conference will
be held prior to tho meeting of the
general assembly.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1899-11-14
Won by Lexington.
RICYILAND'S NEIGHBOK HAD THE
BEST COUNTY EXHIBIT.
Second and Third MONEY Taken by Chester
and Marlboro - Splendid
Gate Receipts.
columbia Record, 1Oth.)

There were enough people at the
fair grounds today to give them a
lively appearance, though the crowd
was mach smaller than yesterday and
the day before. The side shows were
still in full blast and were having q
fair patronage.
Only three counties competed for
the three prizes offered for the best
county exhibits, consequently each
won prize.
The first prize, $3.50 was won
by the very excellent exhibit from
Lexington county. Chester took
second money, $3.50; and Marlboro
500.
The size Of these prizes ought to
have induced much livelier compe-
tition. They were worth winning and
at least twenty counties should have
entered the list. If county pride
we're properly aroused, this county
competition could be made one of the
best features of the far. The man.
agement should lay greater stress on
it next year, advertise it thoroughly
and endeavor TO excite a wholesome
rivalry between the counties. If a
greater number of counties cannot be
Induced to compete, the money could
probably be spent moro advantage
ously otherwise.
Colonel Holloway estimates the
total receipts at about $4,000, which
will pay all expenses and leave a com
Portable balance. The cash entrances
yesterday netted over $4,000 and the
entrances by railroad tickets were
even greater. From financial stand
point, the fair was eminently success
full.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1899-11-14
g n. 50 T % HR e AZ
Bears tho The Kind YO. Have Always Bought
Signature ss Lzs<z12zzzNx
The Better Thanksgiving Spirit.

Among Anna Farquhar's "Convic-
ton" in the November number OF
"The National Magazine" is one that's
"In nearly every mans life there
comes day when he is 80 grateful for
some supreme blessing that in walking
along the streets he overaows with a
desire to make others equally happy.
That is the one great Thanksgiving
Day of his life. Exactly as lover
at the height of his bliss has surplus
oflove to bestow upon the entire world,
the truly grateful man returns both
general and personal thanks. But
the thanks Of the Pharisee is the
everyday kind, bitten by that worldly
frost, which, in whitening mans
wings, sets him lower than the
angels"
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1899-11-14
TWICE A WEEK, $l.5O A YEAR

door Of The hotel next to Lady street,
with Mr., j. e. Hunt, and saw ID. A.
&. Onzts standing on Lady street,
near tho edge Of tho sidewalk, talk
ING. | stood thero u few minutes
and walked off a fow feet back in tho
hotel. then saw Mr.. Miles and
Sheriff McCravy go out tho door,
MIR. Miles walked up to QUITS and
gave him sovero cursing. QUITS
did not strike Mr. Miles, Dor did ho
attempt to do SO. MIR. Miles shook
his fist in Mr.. QUITS faco and told
him with an oath that if he opened
his mouth ho would knock his teeth
out, and down his throat. can't
recall which words wcro uscd-down
his throat or out of his mouth-Ouzts
did not attempt to sl' p Mr.. Miles,
but took the cursing, otc.
John Black.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1899-11-14
STILL ANOTHER.
} the Editor Of Tho State.

TO tho Editor Of Tho State.
This is to certify that | was pros
cnt whom Hon. D. nj. Miles, ap-
proachcd Mr.. ID. A. G.. QUITS on tho
evening OF the Sth inst, and tho con-
versution or words that took place
was about tho following: Mr. Miles
walked up to ID. a. G.. QUITS and
said: "Ouzts, you have been lying
on mo in the newspapers and | want
to say to you that you arc "a -
- lying ~--. -- - and that no one
but Il cowardly whelp would take
what | now say to you and if you
huyo anything to say i'll tho ncws-
papers about mo l will hold you per
soually responsible for it." He
(Ouzts mado no resistance and Mr..
Miles turned to leave him when he
(Ouzts) said: "No ono but coward
would do what you havo dono" Mr..
Miles turned and said: "You -
cownrdly - --- -, if you open
your mouth again will knock your
teeth down your throat, you -
---- -" at tho same timo rubbing his
fist in QUITS face. QUITS mado no
resistance and sad nothing and Mr..
Miles turnod and left him.
Geo. S. McCravy.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1899-11-14
our PROOFS Are our PRICES, Cor comp; p

Too big Stock, many goods compe puverze pce th
count your
figure
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1899-11-14
DRESS &C IDS.

All wool red flannel at 12 Is, 20, and 25c.
1875 dozen Towels at 8, 10, 124, IS, and Zoe.
60 bolts bed tick at A., 81, u, 8, and 12c yard
SO dozen ladies and misses 25c hose, this sale 15c
100 pieces Blankets for this sale soc, 75c, and ST.
60 bolts of wool jeans for this sale Is, IS, and 25c
The biggest line of mems women's and
children's underwear ever shown by any one con-
Germ in Newberry.
Every woman in the United States has heard
of r. & g. Corset so it is only necessary to let
you know we keep them, we also carry the Ameri-
can Lady Corset Ask to see them.
Is dozen ladies kid gloves, this sale 75c worth 81
Ok " O8 ST 25
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1899-11-14

Bargains in shoe department, the biggest
and best we have ever offered tho secret of our
shoe growth is in prices
S cases ladies' boots for this sale SOC.
5 cases ladies' lace boots for this sale soc.
cases button and lace boots still bettor quality
at $1.25, 1.50, It's.
Drew, Selby & Co., and Queen quality ladies fine
shoes So, 1925, $3.50 and So. Remember
you get pair or your money back if you
perfer it, if they don't please YOU
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-08-14

solid delegation of Jefferson county in
the coming Congressional convention
at Martins Ferry. He is in his fifty
second year. He was born in Mt
Pleasant of Quaker parents. One of
his ancestors nearly a century ago op-
Grated the first silk mill in the United
States, at Mt. Pleasant. He received
a liberal education and graduated from
Ann Arbor Law School. He came to
Steubenville and was admitted to the
bar September 20, 1868, and practiced
law for several years. In 1872 he or
ganized the National Exchange Bank,
to-day one of the leading institutions
of this valley. He is one of the direc-
tors of the Steubenville National Bank,
the pioneer financial institution OF
Steubenville. A quarter Of a century
ago Gill Bros. of which firm he is 8
member, purchased the Acme agricul-
tural works, which were converted into
chimney factory, and to-day it is four
times as large as when started and en-
ploys 100 hands, most OF them skilled
workmen. The Acrne chimney has
high standard of value in the market.
MIR. Gill has mastered all the details
Of the glass business. and some years
ago he patented the Gill glass furnace,
which is in general use. He received
$4,000 royalty for each one He has
stood between his men and the Trust
with its machine. He is the largest in
diyidual employer of labor in the dis
trict. He has never paid less than
81. 80 day for common labor and
never had any trouble with mis- men.
nor made reduction of wages in %
years. He has been in sympathy with
trades unions for % years and has
made himself as popular as the ablest
of labor leaders. He was until re-
Gently three-fourths owner of the New
port Mining Company. This mine run
while all other iron mines were idle.
due to a strike, and the Michigan mil
tia had to be called out 10 ouell trou-
Bile. He was the first mine owner 10
increase ore miners wages after Nc
Kinley's election. His gift CT a hos
pital to the Kings Daughters and con-
tributions to distressed wortsingmen
have stamped him as philanthropic and
charitable. He founded the Ohio Val
ley clay works. He is PROPRIETOR
of the Herald-Srar, the Republican or
gan OF Jefferson county. He is a stall
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-08-14
NEWS NOTES OF YESTERDAY.
A Collection of the Small Events of Eaci
Passing Day.

Business men should be prepared
to-day for the call of the Merchants
Day Finance Committee.
The big vaudeville show at Wheel
ing Park opens this evening. There
will be a matinee Wednesday.
The Criminal Court will convene
at nine o'clock this morning, when the
members of the grand jury will re-
port.
The Executive Committee for Mer-
chants Day is expected to meet this
evening at the rooms of the Chamber
of Commerce.
A large number of people visited
Mozart Park yesterday. The weather
was indeed ideal and a most enjoyable
time was spent generally at the re-
sort.
The dumping of rubbish and gar
bage at the lower end of the wharf,
just south of the foot of Twelfth street,
should be summarily stopped by the
Board of Public Works.
The funeral of Mrs. Thomas Lynch
will take place from the late residence,
No. 2403 Market street this morning
at $50 o'clock Requiem high mass
will be held at st. oseph's Cathedral
at nine o'clock. The interment will
be at Mt Calvary cemetery.
The funeral of John Coniff, Jr,,
son of John ]. Coniff, Esq, took place
yesterday afternoon at four o'clock,
from the residence of Mr.. John Water
house, on South Chapline street, and
was largely attended by sorrowing re-
latives and friends The interment
wa sat Mt. Calvary cemetery.
The remains of the late Mrs.
Christina Happy were laid to rest in
Mt. Calvary cemetery yesterday after
noon. The funeral took place from
the residence Of her daughter Mrs.
John Kirchgessner, Of Baker street at
two O'Clock and was attended by the
relatives and many friends Of the de-
ceased
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-08-14
COMMITTEES WORK.
Plans for Celebrating Labor Day Over the
Rive. Developed to Date.

Plans for Celebrating Labor Day Over the
Rive. Developed to Date.
Yesterday afternoon the general La
Dor Day committee of the Belmont Cen
trail Trades and Labor Union met at
Bellaire to further arrangements for
the demonstration and picnic at Mar
tins Ferry on September I'd. Accord
ing to reports coming from the locals
there will be large parade in which
score of locals and three or four bands
will take part. Heatherington's full
brass band of Bellaire was engaged by
the committee for the parade, and for
concert and dance music at the picnic
grounds. Pearl Lodge No. and sew
eral other locals will furnish music or
their own account. Col. John Cecil
will be chief marshal of the day and
Chas. A. James will preside at the
speaking. Invitations to be present
and address the meeting will be ex-
tended to Col. c.. l.. Poorman. of
Bellaire, Hon. C. l.. Weems. Of st.
Clairsville, Hon. C. j. Howard. OF
GAINESVILLE, Hon. E. B. Armstrong,
of Armstrong; Mills H. S. Armstrong,
of Bellaire, and perhaps others from a
distance. t. l.. Lewis and II. w.
Gauding will also be asked to make
short addresses. Invitations to be
present will be extended to the mayors
Of Martins Ferry, Bridgeport Bellalre,
RarnesvilIe, st. Clairsville, Flushing,
Morristown and other Belmont county
towns. Labor organizations not AMI
lated with the B. C. T. & l.. u. will
be asked to participate in the celebra-
ton. 1t is also thought that the min
ers at Yorkville, Gaylord, Maynard,
Barton. Flushing, Wheeling Greek,
Schick's, Trolls, Kids, to the number
Of a thousand or more, can be induced
to Join the parade, which is expected to
be one of the largest ever seen IN
Belmont county.
a committee composed of T. L..
Lewis. A. J. Grouse and Robert Stead,
was appointed to secure badges fer Gel
egates and committees.
Ed. Parsons, Of Martins Ferry. was
added TO the refreshment committee,
and Geo. Hicks, of Bellaire, to the
amusement committee
The diversions for the day reported
nv the amusement committee TO date
gro. Hcre reel race between Aetna
Standard and Laughlin mill employees,
foot race. three-legged race. dancing,
cake walk. riding gallery, addresses.
I'll Huskins, of Martins Ferry, will
have charge OF refreshments fer the
committee.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-08-14
DEAL ALLEGED.
A Coup Said to Have Been Scored in
Congressional Fight.
tWEEMS AND HOLLINGSWORTH
DICKERING-SKET OF THE
JEFFERSON COUNTY MAN CON-
SPIRED AGAINST-GOLD DEMO
Gratis WANT MLEAN FOR
GOVERNOR.

During the past week there have
been rumors of political chickering's
that have come from various parts of
the Sixteenth Ohio district and there
river yesterday that an understanding
had been reached between the leading
Congressional candidates in Belmont
and Harrison counties. 1t was also
stated that one of the three Jefferson
county aspirants are in the deal. While
this bit of rumor had marked effect
upon the Republican adherents of the
factions the following confirmation
from Cadiz will doubtless be received
with relative force and consideration:
Special to the Register
CADIZ, O., August 13-In a CONVEX
sation with the correspondent OF the
Register, a prominent Republican
worker of Harrison county, O., reveal
ed some important items of political
news. He did not wish to have his
name mentioned, but evidently he is
close observer. He said Scott IS
growing in strength daily, and there
may be many surprises in store for the
political wire workers in COMPRESSION
al lines. There is strong reason to
believe that combination has been
formed between Gen. Hollingswort
of Cadiz, Weems Of st. Clairsville and
Judge Mansfield, of Steubenville. 1t
is a formidable combine and contem-
plates Hollingsworth for Congress,
Weems for Circuit Judge and third
term for Judge Mansfield. Scott is alb
sent in the west, but he is at work in
the district and is now the most dan
gerous man in the field, so far as
this combine is concerned. Rutan
stands a strong chance of being nomi-
mated at Kilgore. The people have
confidence in a man, whom Hanna
could not purchase, and the ringsters
have no use for a man who will not
sell at a fair price. Mclean had his
man, Harry Alexander here this week,
and it is rumored that he fixed two OF
the probable delegates to the State
convention. Harrison county is not
much of a Doodle county, but there are
some men who can be bought with
money or controlled by fiattery. The
Democrats are remaining quiet to see
the outcome. With no candidate for
Congress in this county, Judge Barnes
has been mentioned, but says he can
not and will not accept a nomination.
The Democratic county convention Will
be held on Monday next, and after that
event the Democrats will take hand,
but until then will remain discreetly
silent The activity here is all, as yet,
under the surface.