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The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
TEE VENEZUELA ARGUMENT.
Mr.. Mellet.Prevost Refuses tn Obey Lord
Chief Justice Russell's Orders.


PARIS. Aug. 2.-The discussion before the
Venezuelan tribunal to-day was chiefly OF
technical character. Mr.. Mallet-Prevost. how
ever. rehabilltated the character OF Matteo.
whom Dir Richard Webster accused OF having
been mere privateer. Mallet- Provost Demon
strated that Matteo was Spanish commits
stoned officer. and pointed out that. although
the Dutch demonstrated against his acts on
tho Essequibo. they never complained OF his
acts within the disputed territory.
Prior to the close Of the days proceedings
Lord Chief Justice Russell asked what evil
dence existed In 1914. when Great Britain an
nexed tho colony. OF Spanish control or Gov
eminent possession within the disputed ter
ritory.
Mr.. Mallet-Prevost began his reply when
Lord Russell interrupted him. sharply demand
Ing categorical answer. Mallet-Prevost re-
fused to give a categorlcalIeply whom 1t would
convey an untrue meaning.
Lord Russell demanded to know what ma
terlal evidence existed OF Spanish rule.
et-Prevost replied: Nothing material.
but everything from historic and legal point
OF view"
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03

Because the Owner Put n Flag at Half
Mast for InEersoll.


Mast for InEorsoll.
McApoo. Pa. Aug. 2.-The town Of Glen City
was to-day tho scene OF wild excitement
caused by a mob which attacked the house OF
James Paige The trouble dates from tho
death of Robert G. Ingersoll. whose ideas
Paige wished to honor by displaying nag at
half mast on the village fiakpole.
Since the death Of the great aguostic discus
sions concerning supreme being have been
constantly in progress in the mountain towns.
Or Sundey the Rev. Theodore Banks visited
the town and excited the people by denouncing
agnostics and atheists In general and Paige
In particular. who. he said. was possessed OF
the devil. He said 1t was q sacrege to use tho
American flag to sym hIo UNI Christian no
flag down or float it from the top Of tho pole
with gun. Last evening a crowd OF villagers
collected at the company store. and, after dis
GUESSING the flag matter were worked up by
the parson. The mob started for Paige's house,
broke down the faGpoie. broke In the doors
roughly had not some persons taken him away
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
jaime. o'Connor Drowned in the oat.kill.

KINGSTON. N. Y. Aug. FLAMES o'Con-
nor was drowned at Brodhead's Bridge.
in the Catskills. early this morning He was
a summer boarder. and had not been at
Brodhsads Bridge long. He was drowned In one
Of the small ponds which abound in the vicinity
supposed to have had At while walking near
the edge OF the pond some time during the
night or early this morning.
James 0Connor was a carpenter and a
member OF the Hoboken BRANCH Of tho United
Fourteenth street. President OF the Union, re-
ceived word Of O'Connor's death last night and
will notify his sisters az soon as their address
can he learned. O'Connor formerly lived at
020 Garden street.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
ASSEMBLY CONFIRMS TAX Levy.
Joint Session Marked by Hostilities Between
LEIGH and GuGgenheimer.


LEIGH and GuEEenheimer.
In spite OF the efforts OF the Municipal As
senblymen from Queens borough. aided by
several Republicans. who wished to delay ac-
ton ON tho tn1 levy. the Councilman and Al
dermsn In Joint session yesterday voted to con-
firm the assessment rolls and apporticnment
Ut the deficit OF 1893 as submitted by tho Tax
Commissioners and the Comptroller resDec-
lively. Tho Affirmative votes OF three-quar-
ters OF all the Nom bers OF both branches vera
necessary to confirmation. and sixty-nine
members. two more than the necessary num-
ber. voted for II. Councllmen Cassidy (Dem..
Queenal LEIGH REP. Brooklyn and Van Nos.
trand Dem. Queens) and Aldermen James
REP. Queensl. Oatman tCit.. Manhattan) and
Woodward tRep.. Manhattan voted against It.
Councilman Goodwin presented the majority
report OF the Joint Committees on Finance.
which fixes the tax rates In the different Dor
oughs as follows:
Manhattan and the Bronx. 2]so<
Richmond 42373
Mr.. Goodwin moved the adoptlon Of the re-
port. Alderman Goodman Rep. Man hattan)
public hsarinGs. Councilman Leieh demanded
and Councilman Ryder Tam moved that the
reading be dispensed with. :hs report having
been printed.
ject we can get" said Mr.. LEIGH. We don
want AM thing concealed from US. as the Presi-
dent concealed the mandamus proceedings"
IN answer you later" said President Gug-
And ri see you later" shouted Mr. LEIGH.
What size Rloves?" asked Councilman Cas-.
The clerk read the report through Mr..
motion was Iostt45 to Is. Then Alderman
Woodward moved that the whole matter DO
dentGugRsnheimer not to entertainlthe motion.
as IL was purely dilatory.
III it's diiatory the Chair will certainly en-
tertain It," INTERRUPTED Mr.. LEIGH.
manner I will see that he Is put in order very
shortly" said the President.
What gentleman" inquired Mr.. LEIGH.
.a% th: nssdsn MI Ls ds,
Iii, yeas to 81 nays, The President ordered a
rollcall on the. confirmation Of the levy. Mr.
Cassidy started to mako a speech.
"Rollca has been ordered and the the" :ssntlem s%
is out OF order"
The point is vol taken" said Mr. Gurgen-
Il have to keep the President in the straight
sweetly at Mr.. Guggepheimer. Mr. Cassidy
got In his speech attacking the levy on behalf
Mel mess tRsD.. Br%oti,ni said that his b %a4
ouRh had:no complaint to make. Councilman
Murray Tam. Bronx said'that 1t was plain
that the Comptroller as o resident OF Brooklyn
sacit Alderman James rep. Queens) In
attacking the levy said:
Tho big DULLES. Manhattan and Brooklyn
are going to SHAKE the lie out:oi "f0A' ana
The joint session dissolved at once after con-
flrminE the levy.
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$3.50, 900 Currency Shipped to Honolulu.

Currency amounting to $75O,OOO has been
shipped to Honolulu by the interests behind
tho national bank recently established there
The cash Ia to enable the bank TO begin actual
fected. Perry S. Heath. who is Interested in
the bank, said yesterday that merchants in
Hawaii had noyer had adequate banking facii-
ities or sufficient supply Of currency to do
business with.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
NEW HALL FOR DREYFUs TRIAL.
Government Makes the Change at tho sugs
Gestion of Newspaper Representatives.

Eestton OF Newspaper Representatives.
Special Gable Despdteh TO THE Sun.
PARIS. Aug. 2-The Petit Bleu says that the
Dreyfus court-martial will be held in the great
hall Of the Parliament Of Brittany instead OF
the Sale de la Manutention. the change having
been decided upon in Difference to the renre-
sensations Of the press that the latter hall was
unsuitable.
Con. MERCER will shortly 60 to Rennes. where
he will be the guest OF Gen. Saint German
The Temps says that Maltres DemanRe and
Labor. Dreyfus's counsel. will ask Col.
Jouaust, President OF the courtmartial. to
take by commission the testimony OF all Of OK
Judge Quesnay de Beaurepaire's anonymous
witnesses.
Prof. We'll. OF the voltaire Lycee. who re-
Gently gave to his pupils an "Apotheosis Of
Dreyfus Rehabilitated." has been suspended
for three months and condemned to forfeit
one-third OF his salary during that time.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
HOPPER LIKES BRITISH AUDIENCES.
Not So Enthusiastic as Ours at the start, but
They Warm Up rs tho Show Goes On.
spscial Gable Dei,ateh to TEE Sun.

Sptodt Ca6k Ddpdfch to TEE Sun.
LONDON. Aug. 2.-According to the Erenino
Mems. De Wolf Hopper has been pointedy
comparing American and British audiences.
On tho other side" he says. you get an
audience OF fsverish. nerve tense people who
applaud at the rise OF the curtain. at the over
ture and at the start OF the show. When the
performance 10 we'll begun they begin to
slacken. their applause not being so pro-
nouncod. aud toward the close they are tired
OF applauding. An English audience is Just
the opposite. The people wait to see what tho
chow is going to be. There is mighty little
applause at the outset but It gets warmer as
the play proceeds. Tho performance goes on
best when you find that you're making them
laugh. That's the difference between the Eng
lish and tho Americans. We are young peo-
pie and more enthusiastic. While We are in
tho cradle. still being rocked. the people here
are In q bedstead firmly fixed"
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
KsTERHAzY's BID FOR MONEY.

Offers Dreyfus Disclosures for q, 600, but
There Arc No Takers.
Special Gable Despatch 10 THE Sur.
LONDON. Aug. 2.-Ex- Major Esterhazy. who
is still In London. is making a last desperate
effort to raise money by cans OF alleged dis
closures. Several OF his agents are trying to
get the newspapers or correspondents to pay
1900 for what is described as the original
bordereau and letters from Gen. dc BoisdefYrs.
Con. Gonse and other officers showing that
they directed the Dreyfus conspiracy. Nobody
has yet offered even 300 pence for tho docu.
ments
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
DELCAssps MISSION TO RUSSIA.

May Have Something to DO with Europe's
View OF tho Transvaal Dispute.
speoiaI Gable Dapatch to THE sus.
PARIS. Aug. 2.-The Courier du Soir. which
10 directly inspired by the Foreign ONCE. says
that the visit OF N. Delcasse to st. Petersburg
10 due to the Cars projected visit TO the Paris
Exhibition and perhaps concerns also pos
slble understanding OF Continental Europe
against pretensions dangerous to tho peace Of
the world"
Tho latter Is understood TO refer to England's
attitude In the Transvaal.
1t Is stated that Foreign Minister Delcasse
when returning from his visit to the Gear. will
visit Emperor William.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
HORKMEN's SAVAGE DUEL.

One Armed with q Foil, One with an Axe,
and Both Land Knockout Blows.
Special Cable DespateA TO The Sun.
BRUssELs. Aug. "A savage impromptu
duel took place to-day between two workmen
at Molenb beck. One Of the fighters, who is
90 years old. transhxed his opponent with a
foil. while the latter cut open the formers
skull with an axe. Both fell simultaneously.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
Will Prosecute His DauEhter.in-Lnw.

Spteidl cdsk DesBdteh to TEE sUN.
LIVERPOOL. Aug. 2-Among the passengers
who arrived here o-day on the steamer Males
tic from New York was Mr.. William H. Perot
father-in-law OF Mrs. Letitia s. Perot. who Is
held In bail In London for extradition on the
charge OF abductlng her young daughter
Gladys. Mr.. Perot refused to talk concerning
the arrest OF his dauRhter-in-law. He will
testify whom the eXtraditon proceedings are
resumed in tho Bow Street Police Court.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
DIR. RICHARDS REINSrArED.
His Wife'S Illness tho Cause of His A
annce from Rellsxue Hoapitnl.

His Wife's Illness tho Cause of His Alb
s~nce from Bellevue Hospital.
DR.. William NJ. Richards. the senior assistant
OF the third medical division OF Bellevue Hos
pital. who was suspended on July 20. has been
reinstated and resumed his duties last night.
DIR. Richards was suspended by the Inspec-
ton Committee OF the Medical Board on tho
charge OF neglect OF duty In that he had been
leave He wrote in reply to Dr. Alexander
Lambert. Temporary Chairman OF the Medical
Board that his absence from the hospital had
been due to the illness OF his wife, and DIR. Coo,
one Of the Bellevue visiting phyRieians., APP
peared before the board AND corroborated this
statement.
The. board decided on reinstatinR Dr. Rich
ards that the time OF his suspension should be
considered as part OF his vacation.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
OCEANIC TO SAIL ON SEPT 8.

Tho white Star Lines Big New Boat VIII
Ne Commanded by Capt. Cameron.
SpestsI Cable D.spateh to THE Sun.
LIVERPOOL. Aug. 2.-The White Star Com
panys new steamship Oceanic will sail from
this port for New York on Sept. 8. She will be
commanded by Capt. Cameron. formerly OF the
Tsutonic.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
FAMINE rHREArRHED IN INDIA.

Rain Badly Needed in Madras, Bombay
and the Central Provinces.
SpseiGI Cable Dsspdieh to TIE Sun.
ALLAHABAD. Aug. 2.-Unless there should be
copious fall OF rain within ten days extensive
local famines are inevitable in Madrid. Bonn
bay and tho Central Provinces.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
CoNsCRIPrs PARADE IN BARCELONA.

Police Charge on tho Mob and Several Men
Arc Injured.
Special Cable Despateh to TEE Sur.
BARCELONA. AuR2-Four hundred conscripts
paraded the streets OF Barcelona yesterday car
ryine brooms. The police charged upon the
mob. and several men were wounded. Further
disorders are feared.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
w. c. whitney Coming Home Mt Once.

Thomas F. Ryan said yesterday that he had
received a cable despatch from William @.
Whitney which stated that Mr.. Whitney would
sail from Europe fol this city this week
George J. Gould. who sailed yesterday, and
who. morning newspaper untruly said. was
going abroad to confer with Mr.. Whitney, will
therefore have to confer with him with signal
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
Aldermen Vote for street Opening Bond.

Without debate and unanimously. the Board
OF Aldermen at its meeting yesterday voted to
concur IN the resolution Of the Board OF Esti-
mate and Aprortionment TO issue bonds for
fund for street and park openings There arc
NUM- Der Of claims against the city which will
be paid out OF this fund. and they arc drawing
interest now at the rate OF u per cent The
bonds will he sold for less than 3'per cent.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
TEE WARMING To THE PARIS.

Rilotboat Owners Suit to Recover Pay for
It Dismissed.
Special Cable bespatsA 70 TIE suN
LONDON. Aug. 2.-The suit OF Falmouth
pilotboat owner against the American limo
steamship com any to recover 1900 for warn
ing the steamship Paris OF her danger previous
to her running ashore on tho Manaces was
tried to-day. Capt. Watkins testified that he
did not alter the course OF the Paris materially.
not taxing the pilotboat's signal as a warning
OF danger. The court dismissed tho claim.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03

Charged with Embezzlsment OF Trust Funds
as the Result OF Gambling.
Special casls DespatsA to TIE BUN.
GLASGOW. Aug. "A great sensation has
been caused here by the arrest OF James Col
ouhon. LII. D.. City Treasurer OF Glasgow. on
charges Of fraud and embezzlement He re-
ceived much money In trust for investment
including f3. 900 from the Glasgow University
$500 from the Langside Free Church. and
varying amounts from many widows and
orphans. His shortage. 1t 10 believed. will
reach 100000.
Colquhon's downfall is ascribed to excessive
gambling at resorts on the Continent.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
Reception to DIR. stanton Colt.

Dr. Stanton Colt formerly OF the East Side
University Settlement. who proposed to abo-
ish poverty by increasing the taxes and de-
voting the surplus money raised to the better
ment Of the condition OF the poor vino pay the
taxes. has married a rich widow OF Frankfort
on-the- Main, who was Interested In his settle
ment work in London, The University Settle
soon.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
Very Hot Weather In spain.

Special Gable DsIpaeh 10 The Sun
MADBIp. Aug. 2.-Unusually hot weather Is
reported from many parts OF Spain. In this
city to-day tho Thermometer registered lOBo
in the shade, and in Seville lS' In the shade,
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
HOPE FOR srANIsH PRISONERS

FilipinoS Expected to Release Soon rhos.
They Now Hold.
Special Cable DeSpdtcA to TIE Sum-
MADRID. Aug. 2.-An ofiicial despatch from
Manila says there 10 reason to expect that the
Filipinos will shortly release the Spanish prls
oners.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03
Artist Dudley Hardy to Wed.


Special Cable DeIpd'oh to THE SUM-
LONDON. Aug. at Ia announced that
Dudley Hardy. tho artist. will shortly be
married to Mrs Lizzie Burnside a widow. rs.
siding on Parkside avenue. Toronto
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03

Requiring tine news facilites Of q trustworthy morn
ing publication, together with correspon ding eli.
entage. have designated The SuS their oicial News
and Advertising medium. There IL printed each
day comple te summary OF Real Estate
toRsther with list Of Real Eaate Auction Sales to
oecur.-Adp.
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Nashville Bound for New York.

NORFOLK. Va. Aug. 1.-The gunboat Nash
vile sailed from tho Norfolk Navy Yard and
passed Cape Henry outward at 10 O'Clock this
morning bound for New York.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1899-08-03

really nrstclAaa summer resort either At seashora
or mountain. make lite locality known through 'THH
sTNs advertising columns. Sun readers seek such
The Holly chieftain., 1899-09-15

faint smile of amusement hovered
about his lips as his eyes rested upon
the lady client.
might be described. In fact, as petite.
She was undeniabiy shabby Her hat
might have cost shilling, and was
trimmed with a plain bow Of ribbon.
Her dress was Of cheap dark-colored
cotton. and considerably the worse for
wear. Her gloves were cotton. too;
but her collar was as white as snow.
and her skin as fresh and clear as II
she had never been within reach Of
London smoke.
AS she raised q. pair OF large, dark
eyes to those of the Junior partner a
sudden change swept over his face
neeting expression, such as man
might wear to whom. IN the midst OF
comfort and luxury, came disagreea-
BILE reminder Of the existence Of power
ty and want. The next moment he
was offering her seat and inquiring
politely in what way he could serve
her.
The lady client sat down. Mr.. Mar
tineau's own seat was placed SO that
his back was to the light; it suited him
better to observe than to be observed.
His visitor compressed her pretty lips
In strong effort to be solemn, and
demanded: :.
Are you Mr.. Martineau?"
Il am-entirely at your service"
"Mr. Leroy is away?"
I'm Scotland"
II am very sorry for that" she said
earnestly.
so am l. IL 1t gives you inconven-
ience." asserted Mr. Martineau; but l
am his partner-can't l do something
for you? l will endeavor to compen-
safe for lack Of capacity by extra dill
gence."
you must know" she said after an
other short pause, during which she
seemed to be making up her mind, "it
is very difiicult task that have to
set you. want you to tell me who
ami"
"Ah-really." returned the young
melancholy nod of the head. really,
you know, I'm afraid can't oblige you
there!"
did you ever hear Of anything SO
ridiculous?" she said, laughing. Have
The Holly chieftain., 1899-09-15

and ushered In the lady client. She
was received by young man Of stern,
business-like aspect, irreproachably at
tired, who bowed with gravity and po-
titeness, while his rather cold gray
eyes inspected the little figure before
him with a swift scrutiny. His eyes
were deeply set beneath overhanging
brows, which gave rather repellant
look to the fact-a look that would
convince a keen observer that he was
\ man who kept his own secrets. His
tair mustache was not long. but thick;
his hair was also fair, and he was
slightly bald above the forehead. His
was fair and clear. his
nose straight and well-formed; his
lir was that of thorough man of the
world, with every now and then q
suggestion Of boredom. He had NO
outward characteristic that would Jus
tify one in putting him down as an
Attractive man, yet, the impression
made by Mr.. Martineau at first sight
was nearly always favorable: he con-
yeyed the idea of being a cultivated
man. and was almost Invariably an
agreeable companion.
The Holly chieftain., 1899-09-15
CHAPTER II.


The young man was delighted with
this little ebullition. He was now alb
soiutely resolved not to par. with her
until he was obliged.
Il am an unlucky fellow to be mis-
understood" he replied. II meant to
convey to you delicate hint that the
longer you talked the more 1 should
be pleased, but you turned my mean
Ing upside down. Do forgive me and
sit down again! l shall be quite dis
appointed IL you CO." he went ON, as
she hesitated. you surely won't
make 1t such serious matter? I was
half In joke, and thought you appreci-
ated the humor of the situation"
Il was very silly to take offense,"
said the lady client with decision.
Now l will sit down and tell you all
about it; but really thought you felt
me an infiiction. 1t is very warm, you
know"
1T is; but this old Office keeps pref
ty cool. 1t is dark and low"
He rose and lowered the Venetian
blind. then resumed his seat with an
attitude of deep attention.
Now. Miss Lilbourne."
All, wish I were certain that 1t
is 'Miss!' she lamented. THAT is one
Of the things that don't knav!"
He raised eyes to hers with another
strange, furtive look.
"Oh," he said. you do not even
know whether you are married or sin
gle?"
mot the least in the world!" she
said. shaking her head and laughing.
"The plot thickens." said Mr.. Mar
tineau. please proceed to explain"
1.-THE first place that I can remem-
ber," said Marguerite Lilbourne. "is a
French convent. 1t was very happy
there. The nuns made much of me:
the sun used always to shine-at least.
cannot remember any wet days but
one. They called me always Bebe or
La Petite-I never knew any other
name.
'They taught me to read and write.
but do not remember once writing nv
name. No letters ever reached me:
childlike. expected none. / knew OF
no world beyond the convent gates.
There were no children there except
me. / never wondered how / came
there-it was home-it had always
been SO. believe they told me that
was an orphan. but for me the word
had no meaning-I had no desire for a
father and mother. because, In my ex-
perience, there were no such things.
(To be continued.)
The Holly chieftain., 1899-09-15
A DESERT TRAIN.

persons in his long. weary journey
across the desert. On many desert
freight wagons are two men-the
teamster and swamper. The former
ats at the front Of the first wagon and
looks out for the horses and muief:
the swamper Is on the second wagon.
His duty IL to work the pondsrous
/ brakes on the big wagon ON down
grades and to urge on the dallying
horses and mules by means Of stones
and rocks thrown at the beasts on the
up grades.
Mr.. John E. Hodgson ("Happy
Jack"). one OF Buffalo Bilrs rough
riders. says: =
"The dreariness and melancholy pro-
duced by months of freight teaming
across the desert and through the blis-
tering mountains is 4ndescribable.
have lived alone for three or four
months at a time In a mining cabin
away over the Verde mountains, and l
have been where / never saw human
being for two or three weeks at
stretch, but the two trips made as
teamster from Phoenix to Prescott and
back during the summer of 1894 were
enough for me. 1t would take at least
$1,000 trip to get me to contract to
do more freight hauling like that.
What Is 1t that makes freighting on
the deserts so frightful? Why, the
solitude. the hot sun, the aridity that
makes one almost mummy before he
knows it. the slow. steady, humdrum
creaking or the freight wagons as they
Just move through the sea of sand, the
whitening heat that comes ceaselessly
day by day to ones face while he is
out on trip, and the depressing seen
cry all about all turn ones disposition
upside down. The nightly camps on
the hot sand and the swallowing OF
cheap. half-cooked food are in them
selves enough to upset common
mans stomach and mind. cannot
adequately tell Of the awful monotony
of seven days trip across the ella
desert. through the furnace-like can
yons. over the white, scaled, alkali
foothills. and then up through the des-
olate. forbidding and lifeless noun
tains to the Rio Hasayampa, on the
way from Phoenix to Prescott, that
freight teamsters have endured In sum
mer. The more intelligent the team
ster, SO much more dreadful the mo-
notonous solitude and enervating the
conditions of the trip