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The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1899-06-10


Mrs, A. c. Hildebrand, Milton, N. C.,
writes:
l was very low and pronounced in
durable by two of the best doctors In
this county when l commenced the use
OF your medicine. 1 have used nine
bottles OF Pe-ru-na and / thinl, that I
en- perfectly well.
'of course, Pe-ru.na Is what did the
work, and l consider It the grandest
medicine in the world. Mine was n
noted case in this county ind every
body thought ! would die. never
Lose an opportunity TO praise your
medicine. You may uso this letter rs
Testimonial and make It Us strong u
you can"
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1899-06-10

WE put tin seal on every loaf, that
our customers may be sure 1t Is
Wheeling Bakery bread.
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
Four Barns Said to Have
Been Blown Down.
Fears For People Who Were
Boating on Lakes.

Oakland, Me-, July AT about $50
this afternoon Oakland was visited by q
most terrific thunder and wind storm.
The first bolt Of lightning struck the
Somerset railroad shops setting fire 10
them and causing several thousand dol
lars damage. Reports of farm buildings
having been struck at Fairfield Centre,
Winslow, Sidney and North vassalboro,
are being circulated, but at this hour the
statement cannot be confirmed. At Great
Lake, i1rge numbers Of Watervilie, Oak
land, Belgrade and Massachusetts, people
were known to have been upon the wat
ers when this storm came up and thers
are grave.fesrs that number have per-
ished as they are not as yet accounted
for. 1t is estimated that between fivo and
SIX inchss Of water fell within 90 min
utes.
Later reports from the Cyclone shower
of this afternoon give very large
amount OF damage at Oakland where
the Somerset railroad oompany's shops
were burned at loss estimated at this
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
BUILDINGS DYNAMITED.
c-sord, N. H., Has. First cl as. ssn.a-
tion.

orford. n. h, July 4-Ssverai build
ings in Orfordviils were dynamited early
this morning, and while only one, q
small outbuiidiDg, was destroyed, the
store and rost Office oocupieo by Joseph
Bailey. was badly wrecked and the lives
Of several people were endangered.
Three men, who sars supposed 10 have
been responsible for the explosions, have
been identified and it is expected that ar
rests will be made.
The three men had been exploding dy-
Mantle in various parts of the town, ap.
parsntly for the purpossiof adding 70 the
general might before" demonstr alton.
Later. u is alleged, they placed cart
ridge ON the steps Of the building occu-
pied by Joseph Bailey as store and
dwelling house. The village post office
also is In the building.
The explosion wrecked the lower front
part Of the building, tearing the piazza
almost entirely away. He'd the charge
been properly placed the building would
undoubtedly have been demolished.
Three persons. members Of the Bailey
family. who were sleeping IN the upper
part OF the house, escaped without injury
Mr.. Bailey claims that one Of. the perpe-
traitors Is man whom he recently sued
and who later made disturbance In the
post Office and threatened that the time
would come when he would have re-
venge on Bailey.
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
ELLswoRTa's CELEBRATION.

Ellsworth, July 4.-The principal event
b the celebration of Independence Day
p Ellsworth was freman's muster.
There were sports of various kinds, anna.
eur and professional. q playout between
land engines and hose carriages. The
ummary; .fE
In the hand engine contest the Ticonic
4 Ellsworth Falls first and the Dirieo
q Ellsworth second.
The hose race was won BY the Orioles
4 Bar Harbor with the Eagles Of Orono
scond; time A a-5 seconds.
200 yard dash (profsssional) was won
Y John Montgomery of Bangor, James
1orne of Berlin, N. H.. second; time,
Il 2-5 seconds.
P2o yard dash (amateur) was won by
\ M. Rollins of Orono. Thomas Dick Of
Como second; time. 25 seconds.
P20 yard dash (professional) was won by
Jim Montgomery of Ban gor, a ndrew
Arsons of Waterville second; time. "a
seconds.
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
TO PREVENT sOALpING.

Detroit, Mich, July 4.-Injunction
proceedings have been begun in both the
United States and county co urts on be.
half of several railroads to prevent ticket
scalpiDg during the Christian Endeavor
convention. In the United States court
bills Of complaint were filed by the
Wabash, New . York Central and the
Grand Trunk, naming as defendants six
prominent local ticket brokers. Judge
Swan issued In each case a temporary
restraining order enjoining defendants
from buying or selling any of the special
Christian Endeayor excursion tick cts
and fixing July ID. the closing day Of
the convention as the date for the argu-
ment upon bills for permanent injuno-
ton. In the county court bills to the
same effect have been filed on behalf of
the Michigan Central, Chicago and Grand
ITrunk. Flint s. Pere Marquette and De-
roit, Grand Haven and Milwaukee roads.
Judge Lilibriige also granted tempor-
try injunctions and win hear arguments
% permanent injunction Wednesday.
The ticket brokers have retained counsel
p fight the case.
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
GERMANY OBJECTED.

The Hague, July AT meeting this
afternoon of the arbitration committee,
the question whether arbitration should
be obligatory or optional, was raised
and drew categorical declaration from
the German delegate to the effect that
he had received formal instructions not
to accept the principle of obligatory abri-
tration otherwise than by special conven-
tions. In view of this statement article
10 of the Russian proposal was struck out
and replaced by provision declaring ar
bitration should be optional. except in
the case Of conventions between the pow.
ers All the delegates adhered to this,
N. Bourgeois, head of the French delega.
tion, declaring he accepted 1t only as a
compromise.
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
Prisoner Visited BY His
Brother.
Found Him Aged and Broken In
Health.

Rennes, France, July Alt is impossi-
BILE to imagine town calmer than
Rennes. The Inhabitants continue abso.
lutely Indifferent to the presence Of Drey-
fus. Barely half dozen persons wit
messed the visits Of counsel and Madame
Dreyfus to the prison today. The town,
however, Is full Of detectives who scruti.
nize all strangers and few gen d'armes
are patrolling before the residence Of
Madame Dreyfus. They approach and
watch every one stopping before the gate
leading to the court yard Of the mansion.
Matthew D:eyfus paid his first visit to
his brother ct 8 O'Clock this afternoon,
the interview lasting half an hour. The
brothers. threw themselves into each
others arms Matthew said he found his
brother aged and brok en- In health, but
not the physics wreck he feared. In spite
OF his sufferiugs, Dreyfus's eyes are az
bright and his mind as clear and his In
telligence as keen as when he was ocou-
pied with bis duties on the general stafY.
He was troubled with insomnia during
the voyage, but now has recovered and
last night he had q refreshing sleep. The
prisoner is still suffering from dysentery,
but 1t is now slight, ,Nnd there is.every rea-
son to believe he win recuperate HIS
forces Naturally he is under medical
treatment.
, Matthew found his brother In good
spirits and buoyed up by the necessity of
mastering all his strength for the coming
ordeal and by the, hope that at last he
win have justice done him.
He 10 extremely reserved as to his life
on DEVILS Island (which has left,an in
delibie impression and remains In his
memory as horrible night-mare. Drey-
fus looks back to his existence Of the past
four years with relief, tinged with feel
ing of the horror of q sane man Who has
escaped from mad house. He declares
his brain is almost reeling In the face of
the mass Of documents and explanations.
MM Demange and Labori are bringing
out regarding the extraordinary nachina-
tions of his enemies kand the perssvering
devotion of his friends. Dreyfss is ss-
founded and full of heartfelt gratitude
at their self-saoritioa.
DREYFUS'S LAWYER SERS HIM. 4
Rennes, France, July 4.--Maitrs Labori
paid another. visit to Capt. Dreyfus at 10
O'Clock this morning, remaining with
him until noon. The lawyer found the
prisoner to be in much better spirits than
even yesterday, and in the resistance
Dreyfus has shown to the frightful blow
he suffered in the Judgment of the
oourt-martial and his terrible experience
on DEVILS Island, combined with his
marvellous recuperation of physical and
mental strength since he left Cayenne,
Maitre Labori saw the strongest proofs
Of his innocence. Dreyfus spent yester-
day evening and this morning in study
ing the documents relating to the Ester
hazy and Zola trials. Matre Labori dur
ing this mornings conference explained
to him the obscurs points. Dreyfus was
naturally astonished at many incidents
and at the attitude OF various persons
since his deportation.
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
The Mention of Bryan's
Name Causes Cheering.
Observance Of Day at Boston
And Elsewhere.

New York, July 4.-The Fourth of July
was celebrated In tine metropolis under
glorious weather conditions with much
noise, merry-making, profusion OF flags
and excursions, and sports of an kinds.
IL was stated that there were more Ore.
works sold and more excursion boats run.
ming than ON any previous celsbration.
Tammany Hall celebrated with formal
exercises In the wigwam. Joseph j..
Willitt, president Of the Alabama Bar rs.
ISOLATION, made the oration of the day.
He was followed by ex-Congressman
Asher g. Caruth Of Kentucky.
just before the close of his speech Mr..
Willett said: 81 see that man Alger IL
running for Senator from Michigan on
an anti-trust platform. Isn't that rich
Algsr, the frieEd of Mark Hanna. Of
Armour. of Eagan, running on an anti.
trust platform.
Ex-Governor James s. Hogg of Texas
was responsible for the sensation of the
day.
"We Democrats win go to the next con-
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
FRENCH CHAMBER ADJoURNS.

Paris. July Ain the chamber Of depu-
ties today III. Paul Beauregard, Republi-
can, representing one of the districts OF
the Seine. submitted his promised inter-
peilation on the subject of the bill deal
Ing with workmen's wages and the hours
OF labor. He disputed the right Of NJ.
Millerand, Socialist minister Of commerce,
to deal with the matter By degree. as ne
proposed to do, until the next session.
The speaker was loudly interrupted BY
members of the extreme left.
NJ. Millsrand, in reply, disslaimed all
Intention upon the part of the govern
ment 10 curtail the rights of paeliament.
Other deputies desired to debate the
matter, but the premier, NJ. waideck-
Rousseau, declined to consent to this and
the chamber upheld him 1888 to 1856.
The premier then read decree pro-
roguing parliament for the long vacation
and amid appiause..from the leftists and
protests from the right the house Nj
adjourned.
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
LOTS oF.CELEBRATIoNs.
FIRING "BOMBS."
Cuban Police Didn't Observation-Disclosures
lean Fourth of July.

Cuban Police Didn't Observation-Disclosures
lean Fourth of July.
Havana, July 4.-The streets of Havana
are abIazs with bunting. Flags of all
nations are flying, with Amsrican flags
largely predominating and the Cuban
colors good second. The consulates are
all flying their own flags. A majority OF
the business houses on obispo and
O'ReiiIy streets have, besides flags, other
eolored decorations. giving the city an
animated and festive appearance. Two
Spanish flags fiaunt proudly above the
Spanish club and though no store has
laid in supply Of tire-oraokers. the dozsn
or so American boys here are making
their presence felt TO the establishment
and wonder of the local police, who are
asking Instruction regarding arressins
those found firing "bombs " In the
streets, the "bombs" being few crack.
ers obtained at Chinese stores.
CHINAMEN MADE MONEY.
HaTana. July 4.-By noon today every
Chinaman in Havana was aware that
AASheJ OoaA4 10 4nhu0 W KeilIuK All tQe
tirs crackers he might have on hand.
Consequently little work was done In the
laundries before sunset. The Prado and
uther streets Of Havana were as noisy
doubtless. as any quarter of New York
Chicago or san Francisco. Cuban young
sters caught the infection and were
given many dime to buy fire crackers.
At noon salute Of 45 guns was fired
at CabaEas fortress. The sth u. s. in
fantry paraded whileiths regimental. band
played national airs. At Camp Quemana-
dos, the headquarters Of Gen. Lee, tb !
7th United States cavalry paradsd. There
was banquet In the Tacon theatre this
evening. Among those present were Gov
eror General Brooks. Generals Ludlow.
Chaffee, Wilson. Lee and Comes. Senior
Perfecto La Coste. the mayor, the for
sign consnls. and most of the army OIL
GERS stationed in the neighborhood Of
Havana.
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
DoRoTHEA DIX CELEBRATION.

Bangor. July 4-The Dorothea Dix
oslebration In Hampden today was suo.
cessfuliy carried out In shs presence Of
large number of people. Addresses were
delivered by Col. A. @. Hamlin of Ban
sor and Mrs. II. C.Beedy of Pennington.
president OF the Dix Memorial associ.
.ation, and Miss Louisa s. Nssmlth of
New York. An original poem was read
BY Mrs. Bsedy which was composed for
the occasion by Julia May. Letters were
also read from Gen. Nelson A. .Miios, Mary
A. Livermore and others, who regretted
that they were unable TO be present.
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
TORNADO AT OLD ORCHARD.
Pier Damaged by wind and Rain Came
I'm Sheets.
ESPECIAL TO THE rREss.I


Old Orchard, July 4.--oId Orchards 8
celebration included parade of fantas-
tics. band concerts, athletic events and
fireworks. The athletic events, ,farranged
for the afternoon, were cut short by the
heavy thunder shower. which scattered
the crowds In all directions Hundreds
founds shelter on the yerandahs Of tbs ho-
tells, while. every inch of space around the
railroad station was utilized. The rain
came down in sheets, and accompanying
the downpour was q wind of terrific
force. The two shelters on the big pier,
midway between the shore end and the
pavilion, were blown down.
Lightning struck one corner Of the
Tabernacle at the camp ground, but
damaged 1t only slightly. The trolley line
between Old Orchard and Saco was seri :
ousiy interfered with, the cars being
stalled for some time, and trips being
made very irregularly during the re.
maindsr of the day.
The only athletic events that took place
were the sprinting races and the bicycle
race. The bicycle race, ON Che beach. was
won by Henry Cote Of Dayton; Samuel
SCOTT of Saoo, second. The leo yards pro-
fessional race, in which theie were i've
starters, was won by Joseph Merr Ill of
saco; James McIiwain. Saco. second !;
time, II l-s seconds. The 100 yards anna
teur race was won by A. K. Cole of Old
Orchard; William Green, Old Orchard,
second; tims, IL IA seconds.
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05

: After the toast TO Presidsrr McKinl~y
which the company reees ed standinr.
Gen. Brooke responded to II
States OF America.
The others responded to warriors pntrI
otto toasts.
PRESIDENT RECEIVED CALLER
Washington, July f.-The day was oh.
served noisily at the Capital, but there
was no distinctive celebration beyond
the customary meeting of the PATRIOTIC
societies The weather is ideaI Presi-
dens Mckinley had no special plaas for
the day and remained at the White House.
receiving only few callers,
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
WEATHER OBSERVATIONS.

The agricultural department weather
bureau for yesterday. July A, taken at
8 p. m, meridian time, the obser-
vation for each section being given in
his order: Temperature. direction OF
wind, state of weather:
Boston, rs degrees. Sw. clear; New
York, 70 degrees. s, clear; Philadel-
phia, ~ degrees. 8, p; cleudy; Washing.
degrees s, cloudy; Buffalo, 7S degrees,
"a cloudy; Detroit, 70 degrees, IN. cloudy; I;
Chicago, 70 degrees, SW. cloudy; ST.
Paul. 50, degrees SW. p, cloudy; huron.
Oak. 30 degrees, NE. cloudy; Bismarck, 70
degrees, SE., cleari Jacksonville, "a
degrees. 2, cloudy.
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05

vention," he said, "advocating as before,
the unIimifed coinage Of free silver and
gold 81 the ratio of 10 TO L."
There was loud cheering Ut this. Ex-
Governor Hogg said the Democrats In
1900 would denounce trusts, favor the
income tax, the granting OF Cuban inde-
pendencs and the construction and main
tsnance Of the Nicaragua canal, denounce
imperialism and declare against govern.
ment by injunction.
with those pr inciples we will 40 into
battle confident OF victory" he declared,
"butswe want the. support Of Tammany,
the greatest Of all political organizations.
And above all, we want TO 40 into the
fight under the leadership Of William
Jennings Bryan"
As Ex-Governor Hoeg uttered the name
Of Mr.. Bryan, the cheering was deafen-
ing and continued.
Congressman William d. DAILY of New
Jersey characterized his state as the homs
Of trusts. but disolaimed for the Jersey
Democrats the responsibility for thai. con-
dition Of things.
1--WE have Griggs over In New Jer-
sey." he said. "who helps along these
trusts. He Is one of those who have made
them possible but Mr.. Griggs won't last
always. -
Congressman Amos ]. Cummings
spoke on local matters.
The following csble despatch from
Richard Croker who Is In London, was
read;
Congratulations on the glorious
Fourth, the day we celebrate. Ny heart
Is with you always. Let US rejoice over
the coming triumph OF Democracy and
the peoples rights.
(Signed) 'tRichard Croker"
The reading of this despatch was re-
ceived with loud applause.
A letter Of regret from General Joseph
Wheeler was read.
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
ARRESTED FOR MURDER.
Lewiston Men Charged with KilIins
Ludgsr Cantin.

Lewiston. July z.-Gsorge Britton and
Joseph Dube are under arrest charged
With causing the death of Ludgsr Cantin.
It is alleged that these men met Cantin
10 front Of . Lisbcn street restaurant and
that after few words with him Bri tton
struck him twice. knocking him down
upon the pavement and that Dube tEen
jumped upon the head and face Of the
prostrate man.
An autopsy was held. this AFTERNOON and
II was found that the occipital bone was
fractured and the brain was badly CON-
gosted. Coroner McDonough has impan-
elied a jury and the inquest will be held
Wednesday forenoon. Benjamin Cantin,
the father Of he dead man arrived this
evening from his home In Manchester,
N. "a.
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
our a. slS 900. six.shimnsys were blown

hour at slS ooo six.snimnsys were blown
down.
! Between wsterviils and Oakland four
barns are reported to have been blown
downs the house OF Joseph Baldic was
struck BY lightning and Mrs. Baldfc sus.
tsined bad shock from which II Is feared
sne may not recover. At Benton Falls
the properly of the Somerset Fibre CON-
pany was damaged to considerable ex-
tent BY the high wind. Communication
from outside points Is very poor. the tsle-
phone system not working.
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
WHEELS CUT HIS But TONS OFF.
uPEcrAL TO THE rRRss,1

Bath. July Alma Butler of Phlpps-
burg while driving TO Bath this mornin q
met with an accident His horse took
fright at an electric car, backed across
the track and the car struck it .makine
1t into kindling wood and throwing
Butler out. He fell SO near the wheels
Of the car that his vest, which he wore
unbottoned, was cut by the wheels.
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
LOCAL WEATHER Report. ]

Portland, July 4, l69v.--The local
weather bureau records the following:
sa m.--Barometer. 1896: thermome-
ter. 76. :. dew point. 66: Rel humidity,
70; direction of wind, SW. wind veloc-
ity, 4. state of weather, partly cloudy.
Sp m.-Barometer. 20 954; thsrmom-
ter, 7s; dew point 64; rel. humidity, 75;
direction Of wind, o.; velocity of wind, calm
Btate of westher, cloudy.
Max. temp. 81; min. temp, 65; mean
emp, 76; max. wind velocity 10 s.; pre-
dpitation trace.
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
A BRAKEMAN HuRT-

T. O. Heal, of Portland, a freight
brakeman ON the Grand Trunk, was
brought home last ni~ht suffering from
injuries received:at Eetlel. In atte un.-
ing to hoard the van of his tram he
struck ngainss the wster tank Thfueh
not Of critical nature, his injuries ara
likely to incapae late him for work for
9 fe v weeks.
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
HOW BOSTON DID.
Celebration ofthe Glorions Fourth a,
the Hub.

SeAc"Fsuoh oh tho Giorions Fourth 4
the Hub.
Boston, July 4-A general suspension
OF business and a universal willingness
TO celebrate marked the passing Of the
rourth In Boston. Sunrise, noon and
sunset, bells were rung, the sound of nj.
most every kind Of noise producing In.
strument was heard from midnight to
midnight. and the usual paradee. band
concerts and games were held. Fireworks
as usual were the closing feature. The
day was fair, but 1t was very hot.
The programme Of sports included
events OF all kinds. The city's most formal
exercises were held at fremont Templs
at 10 q. M. Hon. Nathan Mathews. Jr.
ex-Mayor Of Boston, delivered the.annu-
al Fourth of July grafton, taking for his
subject, Expansion" Hon. Josiah
Quincy Mayor of Boston, presided.
After Introductory remarks In which
he outlined the objects of the meeting
and Of the cele,rations in this city and
throughout the nation. Mr.. Quinoy pre-
sented the orator OF the day.
~-~~~ASWo W1o 6Aocuoa WIN nearly
applause, and his address was frequently
interrupted by outbursts Of commenda-
tory character.
The reunion Of the Clan-na. Gael, which
was held at South Boston, attracted
large numbers. The morning was taken
up with outdoor sports. and the after.
noon was given to addresses by Hon.
George Fred Williams. Senator William
Mason Of Illinois and others.
LOTS CONCENTRATIONS.
Boston. July 4.-Independence day was
generally observed in the New England
oitles today. 1t being the first Fourth
OF July since the war with Spain ended
there seemed to be general desire to
celebrate. The programmes embracing the
events appropriate to the day were car
ried out quite generally.
Hampstead, N. H., celebrated the I5oth
anniversary Of its founding. Springfield,
Mass.. had the annual regatta of the New
England Amateur Rowing association
and tiremen's tournament was held.
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
g THE FOURTH IN EUROPE.

London, July 4.-Mr. Joseph Il. Choate,
te United States ambassador and Mrs.
qoate. celebrated the day with receptions
bfh at the United States embassy and
a their residence. Each OF the build
ifs was tastefully decorated with flags
ah flowers representing the national
ciors.
Paris. July 4--There was q grand re-
cption this afternoon at the United
sftss embassy which was beautifully
dPorated with flowers, tropical plants
ald flags. Nearly the whole American
ciony attended,.
The Portland daily press., 1899-07-05
DROWNED WHILE BATHING.

Newton. Mass, July 4.-Malcolm Shaw,
As years old and carpenter residing ON
Maohanic street, Newton Highlands,
was drowned in Crystal lake this after
noon. He went in bathing.
The Denison review. [volume] (Denison, Iowa) 1867-current, 1899-09-29

board Monday night, Thos. Button was
appointed to fill the vacancy caused by
the resignation of l.. l.. Bond.
Geo Foley and John Hartnet return
ed this week from an overland trip to
Adams county where they visited at
the home of John Farrell.
A daughter came to grace the home
OF our genial townsman, E o Wagner,
this week. Gene is now wearing a
happy smile, even if it wasn't boy.
Mrs. Ann Moore and granddaughter
Anna Flemming, of Yorkstown. Ohio,
arrived here wednesday morning. Mrs.
Moore is a sister to James McCaffry, sr.
and was called here by the serious i'll
ness of the latter.
We hope to see large delegation
from here turn out to hear Hon. Fred
white Saturday night and Maj. John
F. Lacey the following wednesday af-
ternoon. we have no fear of the r suit
if everyone will consider the political
issues carefully from both sides.