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Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
ALBA NEWS.
ltc,n. of Interest from Monroe Count,
Capital.

Abba, Oct. 12.-Hirlm Cox, eX-mem-
ber of the city council. and man that
was universally esteemed, died at Zol-
larsville, Pa. where he was visiting.
and the Abba relatives received a tele-
gram yesterday advising them of the
fact. The remains will be brought to
Abba. and interment will take place
next Sunday.
Mrs. Alex Balm died at her residence
in the First ward at an early hour this
morning. The woman was very aged
and her death resulted from causes on
have not been made as to the funeral.
Little Bessie June, daughter of Mr..
and Mrs. George McGilvery, of Bluff
Creek township. died Monday and the
funeral occurred yesterday.
Two serious accidents happened At
Hooking this week. While u small col
ored boy by the name of Michael was
doing some work near the mouth of the
shaft large chunk of slate fell upon
him. His head was badly bruised,
both ankles We're dislocated and he re-
ceived other injuries that will probab-
ly prove fatal. Another lad was play
ing around saw mill at the same
town, the same day, when he caught
one of his hands in some cogs a saw
mill and the hand was badly mashed,
and will have to be amputated.
Mayor Hardinhrool has made appli-
cation to the proper parties asking that
cannon be furnished the city. He is
in receipt of a very favorable reply
and feels confident that before another
year has passed one of the largest and
best guns not in use will be the prop
erty of the city.
The marriage of William Faulks and
Miss Nellie Martin was solemnized at
the home OF the brides brother, L. C.
Martin, in Hiteman, Tuesday, Rev.
Harsch, OF the Congregational church,
performing the ceremony. When the
license was issued, both parties gave
their place of residence as Ottum-
wa.
The family of Rev. Hackley, the new
Methodist minister, has arrived from
Muscatine, and they have moved into
the parsonage. Rev. Schreiner and
wife left yesterday for the new charge
at Burlington.
Abba friends have received word of
the death of Harry A. Manifold at his
homie in Beloit, Kan. The young man
formerly lived at Edlyville, and has
MANY friends in that and this city
who will learn with regret OF his
death
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
Reports That There is Small.
pox in Ottumwa Untrue.
is A SUSPICIOUS CASE
A Stranger Who Came Hero Monday Is
Sick but Physicians Are of opin.
Ion That He Has Not Small.
pox-PatIent is Isolated,

In last evenings Des Moines Capital
appeared an article regarding a sup
posed case of smallpox in Ottumwa,
which is calculated to do this city a
great amount of harm, and is mislead-
ing. While the case in question has
been treated as one of smallpox, there
is doubt in the minds of several
physicians that such is the case.
Last Sunday Il stranger rode into
town on bicycle, and at the police
station complained of being ill., The
physician to the board of health was
called and, as the man showed symp-
toms of smallpox, he was Immediately
conveyed to an isolated piece of ground
north of the city, on which was erect
ed tent for his use. a nurse was Sc
cured, and every possible precaution
taken to prevent the spread of small
poN, if it should turn out to be such.
Reports of this kind are liable to be
exaggerated. and this one is no ex-
ception.
Since being isolated, the stranger has
been getting along nicely, and local
physician told Courier reporter yes
terday that, in his opinion, the case
was not one of smallpox at all. The
patient was found sitting up, laughing
and chatting with his nurse and play
ing cards. This would hardly be ex-
pected of patient with real case of
smallpox. Even should the case be
one of smallpox strict measures were
taken to prevent the spread of the dis
ease, and as nothing has been reported
since, it is quite certain that no evil
results will follow. There is no danger
for people who come to the city. and in
fact, all danger, if there was any, is
past.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
MINNESOTA HoYs RETURN.
They Arc welcomed to st. Paul by
Enthusiastic Crowds.

st. Paul, Oct. 12.-By Associated
Press. 1.-The Thirteenth Minnesota af-
ter an absence of seventeen months in
the Philippines arrived at 6 o'clock
this morning. 1t was greeted by a sa-
lutte of thirteen guns, general
schreeching of whistles and ringing of
bells and wild cheers from thousands
OF friends awaiting its arrival. The
soldiers marched to the Auditorium
where breakfast was served. They
then returned to the train and were
taken to Minneapolis, where they will
be reviewed by the president this after
noon and disbanded.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
Fish Tor wall Lake.

Lake View, Oct. 10.-State Fish Com-
missioner George E. Delavan has arriv-
cd with about $4,000 fish to place in
Wall Lake. They viii be of good sizs
NEXT spring. The consignment con-
sisted of Il few pickerel, black bass and
croppies, mostly OF the latter. If the
citizens of this county will show any
inclination to protect them he win
place another ear here mex, year. The
c. & n. w. railway showed its appre-
ciation of the lake by furnishing free
transportation for the car.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
The President Says 1nterfer-
ence in Transvaal War
Impossible.
MEDIATION NOT ASKED
United States VIII Remain Absolutely
NeutraI-Prcsidenr Hn. Many Peti.
tions Asking fgIn to Take
Sides in tho Matter.

washington, Oct. 1a.-(By Associated
Press.)-The following has been issued
by the state department: The presi-
dent has received q large number OF
petitions signed by many citizens of dis
tinc'ion, requesting him to tender the
mediation of the United States to set
tie the differences between Great Brit
ain and the Transv2a!. He has received
other petitions on the same subject,
some desiring him 70 make common
cause with Great Britain to redress the
wrongs alleged 20 have been suffered
by the Ou,landers, especially the Amer
lean citizens in the T9ansv&al; Others
wishing him to assist the Beers against
alleged aggression.
1T is understood that the president
does not think it eXpedcn; to take
action in any of thes:, directions. As
to taking sides with eithc:. party to the
dispute. it is not to be thought of. AS
to mediation, the president has received
no intimation from either of the coun-
tries interested that the mcdiati ton of
the United States would be accepted. =
and in the absence OF such in.imation
from both parties there is nothing in
the rules of international USAGE to JUS
tify an offer of mediation in the present
circumstances. 1t is known that the
president sincerely hopes and desires
that hostilitiss may be avoided, but if
unfortunately they should come to
pass. the, efforts. of. this government
will be directed, as they are at present,
10 see that neither our national inter-
ests nor those OF our citizens suffer un-
necessary injury"
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
Sc,ysboy,s zoo, ,raRca oa:

Iowa Falls, Oct. l0.-Frcd Lang met
with serious accident in the yards of
the B., c. r. & \. road in this city Fri
day evening, whereby he viii lose one
foot. Fred is Il boy about II years cid,
and While engaged in his work rs a
uewsboy boarded caboose o.. tire de-
pot to ride TO the round !.ouse to de.
liver paper to customer. liz at
tempting to alight f-cm the car when
in motion he jumped against switch
ard was thrown back under the
wheels, inflicting injuries that neces-
stated the amputation of one foot at
the ankle.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
INSANE MANS DEED.
Ties siS Children to Rope and At
tcinpts to Drown Them.

Clinton, Oct. 12.-Hans Christensen,
of Savanna, Ill.,. while insane, tied his
six little children to a rope, with the
intention of drowning them in Plum
river. The children broke loose and
escaped i'll the darkness. The man
made desperate attempt to recapture
them, but failed, Christensen, being
frustrated, returned home and drank
the contents of a bottle of carbolic
acid. After swallowing the fatal dose
he went to neigh'bor's and told what
he had done. Physicians We're sum
moned, but to no avail. and after few
hours of terrible suffering he died. His
wife died six months ago, leaving six
small children in poor circumstances.
He became insane from brooding over
his misfortune. Christensen formerly
resided at Sabula.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
poI.o ned by Emba,mtps r,utd

Iowa Falls, Oct. 1O.-Mrs. f. W.
Stewart and Mrs. S. 3. Couenhoven.
two women living just west OF this city,
are suffering from a severe case OF
poisoning of the hands a'id they have
been under medical care for severa,
days in hopes of alleviating the suffer
ing the poisoning entails. The acc;-
dent occurred fro mthe women washing
their hands in some embalming fluid
which the undertaken had left ut the
home of Il neighbo- where death had
Just occurred and where the women
were assiting III the time.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
President Speaks.

Minneapolis, Oct. 12.-(By Associated
Press. 1.-The president and party ar
rived at II o'clock. AS they emerged
from the train tremendous cheering
began, which was taken up by the
waiting crowd and carried down the
line for blocks. After a light luncheon
the president reviewed the returned
Thirteenth Minnesota, and later joined
them in the exposition building where
banquet was rendered them by the
citizens. AT its conclusion the presi-
dent was introduced by President
Northrop, of the University of Minne-
sofa. The president was greeted with
prolonged applause and spoke at some
length.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
INSISTS MONEY ISSUE LEADS.
Governor Shaw Tells Eldora Voters 1t
is First In Iowa

Eldora, Oct. 12.-Governor Shaw and
Congressman Dolliver discussed the po-
litical issues here yesterday afternoon
before a large audience. The governor
ing issue. Mr.. Dolliver spoke chiefly
on expansion.
Marshalltown, Oct. Ex-Governor
Shaw had large audience when he
opened the republican campaign in this
city last night. His treatment of the
financial question was particularly
strong, as was his warm commenda-
ton of the administration policy in the
Philippines.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
,Ie,hod,.,, rayor Expons,on

Waterloo. Oct. 1o.--The Upper Iowa
Methodist Episcopal conference Satur.
day gave evidence of its belief in the
exhaustion policy in = resolution en-
pressing hearty sympathy with our
soldiers and sailors at home and abroad
in their efforts to maintain the honored
integrity of our country, and will pray
and work that any new lands acquired
may speedily become civilized and
chrisTianized.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
Discuss Race Question.

Huntsville, Ala, Oct. l2.-(By Asso-
ciatea Press.)--The race question was
discussed at today's session of the
Southern Industrial convention. Pres
ident Dabney, of the University of Ten
nessee, and Booker T.Washington We're
among the speakers.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
SWORD OFF HONOR.
The People of West Virginia Give One
to Captain Chadwick.

Morgantown, Oct. 10.-(By Associ-
ated Press.)-ln the presence OF 25,-
coo people Governor Atkinson, on be-
half of the people of the state. today
presented sword OF honor to Captain
French Chadwick. who commanded the
cruiser New York during the Spanish
American war. Admiral Sampson was
among the guests present.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
GOES TO nicola.
Father sueppel Temporarily Assigned
to That Parish.

Rev. Joseph Sueppel arrived last
night from Iowa City and will leave
Saturday for Neola, Iowa, where he has
been ordered by Bishop Cosgrove to
report Oct. Is. Father Sueppel has
been assigned to no parish permanent
ly, but has been informed that he is to
take charge of the parish at Neola dur
ing the absence of its pastor, Father
Schiffmacher, who is to leave at once
for southern France for six months
sojourn for the benefit of his health.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
Cedar Falls Icntiluscd.

Cedar Falls, Oct. 1o.-The interest in
the reception of President Mckinley is
at high pitch in our community. This
was demonstrated yesterday by the
large turn out of all of our business
men and retired farmers. who respond
ed to the call of Mayor Melendy at the
city hall Friday to make arrangements
for proper reception of the chief
magistrate of the nation.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
BURNED AT THE STAKE.
Two Missing PROJECTORS Tortured by
YaNUi Indians.

Marquette, Mich, Oct. 12.-By Asso-
ciated Press.)-Willis Mcguire. former
~ an attorney of Marquette, now of the
mining district of Sonora, Mexico,
writes that his two mining partners,
Ramsey and Miller, who undertook TO
prospect in the territory overrun by
the Iaqui Indians, We're overpowered
and put to death by burning at the
stake.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
Hort,cu,turls,. TO Meet.

Mt. Pleasant, Oct. 1O.--The Horticul-
tural association OF the Southeastern
district of Iowa will hold their annual
meeting in this city Nov. 81, 22 and 2s.
A good attendance and an interesting
meeting is assured. Prizes will be given
for exhibits of fruit, for the bes, coun-
ty collection, for the best individual
collection and for the best single plate
exhibit,
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
ATTEMPTED BURGLARY.
Buckner aud Elders Store ut High.
land Center Visited by Burglars.

Highland Center, Oct 12.-(Special.) }
An attempt was made last night TO
enter the store of Buckner & Elder, at
this place, by, it is supposed, gang
of professionals, as they used powder
and the bitt freely. The postottice is
kept in the store, and that perhaps at
tracted the wouldbe burglars. No clue
as yet has been obtained rs to the
identity OF the parties.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
AT IOWA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY.
The Foot Ball senson VIII Open Fri-
day on Now Grounds

Mt. Pleasant, Oct. 12.-(special)-
One Of the exciting things at the uni
versity now is the ribbon tennis tour
nament, which began Tuesday after
noon. Class and college matches will
be played, both in singles and doubles.
The foot ball season will open on
the home field Friday with. a game be-
tween the Wesleyans and Monmouth.
The game will take place on the west
campus, which has recently been made
into an excellent gridiron.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
shol by an urkno,yn Man,

New London, Oct. 1O.-An unknown
man fired bullet through :. window
at Miss Jennie Lee last night, striking
her in the arm. but not fatally wound
ing her. 1t is believed the perpetra,or
of the attempt on Miss Lees life is a
rejected lover and the sheriff is hunt
ing him with posse.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
ACCIDENT Ar nAymsponr.
Fritz Kroeger Falls Five stories anl is
Lsillcd

Davenport. Oct. lo.--(special. AT
the glucose works this :po:aing Ffitz
Kroeeer fell five stories and was in
stantly killed. He struck the big con-
deuser and WAS frightfuilly crushed.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
RECEIVER APPOINTED.
a. j Edwards VIII Wind Up Affairs in
Equitable Life.

Waterloo, Oct. 10.-(Special.) Judge
Blair today named A. J. Edwards as
receiver for the Equitable Mutual Life
association of this city. The affairs of
the company will be wound up at once.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
Shot by kli.h.rnymen.

+ Pueblo, Colo, Oct. 1O.-(By !Associ-
ated Press. )-Ex-City Treasurer c. L.
Funk was shot and killed by highway
men last night. His pockcrbook, con-
tanning small amount of money, was
taken.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
nIafeking Prepare. to Resist.

Nlafeking, Oct. Ely Associated
Press.)- IA half battery of artillery
from Kimberley has just arrived. The
police at the outlying stations have
been ordered to concentrate within
she town limits. No one is allowed to
5leave either by road or train without
special permission, which is not grant,
ed to any able bodied man. Nearly all
the women and children have left.
Confidence in their ability to repulse
the Beers is increasing among the
British
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
Italian Cr,s,n

London, Oct. 12.-(By Associated
Press.)-A Rome special says: The
position of the Italian bourse, which
has been serious for some time, resulted
in crash today. Several banks and
large firms are in serious condition.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
Klmberle E1pect. ON A.tack.

Kimberley, OCT. 1a.-(By Associated
Pres. s.)-The authorities at Aafeking
are hourly expecting an attack. The
latest information regarding the num-
heI. Of burghers assembled along the
kimberley border is that they do not
kxceed $500 men. The Beers have
Snly four field guns. A successful at
tack upon Kimberley is, therefore, con-
sidered impossible.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
Q. 5. Consul Take. Charge.

London, Oct. le.-By Associated
Press.) 1.-The Colonial office announces
officially that Maccrum, the United
States consul to Pretoria, with the con-
sent of his government, has taken
charge of the British interests in the
Transvaal.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
Imperial Reserves Called out.

Durham, Oct. 12.-(By Associated
Press 1.-The Imperial Reserves in Ma
tai have been called out. Everybody
has left Clarkestown, the last train
bringing away the railway staff to
Newcastle. The exodus from Newcas-
tie also continues. The Fifth Dragons
arrived this morning from India, land
ed Immediately and at once proceeded
to the front.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12

Work will oe commenced soon on
the gas works plant at Boone.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
YACHT RACE CALLED OFF.
VIII be Sailed Tomorrow If Weather
Allows.

New York, Oct. 12.-(By Associated
Press.)-The yacht race is off for to-
day. because of no wind. If the wealth.
er conditions are right the race will be
sailed tomorrow.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
CharA sith High treason.

London, Voet. 1s.-By Associated
Press. 1.-THE Sun prints the rumor that
the government will prosecute certain
Irish members of parliament on the
charge of high treason, in consequence
of their pro-Boer attitude.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
Chief VIII Take Up Arms.

London, Oct 12.-By Associated
Press. According to dispatch from
Cape Town it is asserted there that the
Beers have arranged with Chief Linch-
We, prominent chief on the north
western border, to take up arms against
Great. Britain
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
Secretary Of Transvaal Euro
pean Agency Officially
Notifies France.
BOERs POUR INTO NATAL
Ghey Occupied Lning's Mex the Nom
ent Che Ultimatum Expired = Orr
ange Free State Troops Enter
Natal by Van Reonen's Pass.

Paris. Oct. 1s.-BysAssociated Press)
Secretary Van der Hoeven, of the
Transvaal European agency, has offic-
tally notified the French government
that state of war between the South
African republic and Great Britain
exists and has existed since last even
ing
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
Burehers Enter Natal.

London, Oct. 12.-(By Associated
Press. Am official communication an
nounces that the Orange Free State
burghers have entered Natal by way of
Van Reenen's Pass at Hand. 1t leaves
no further doubt that acts Of war have
already been committed and that the
campaign as begun. News of an invasion
on the northern border is also generally
accepted as reliable. 1t seems improb-
able, therefore, that the clash between
the Briton and the Boer can be long
delayed, II indeed, it has not occurred
alreadv
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12

The Shenandoah Sentinel is prepar-
ing to publish a city directory.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12

There are 1,S4O volumes in Mareupo's
public school library.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
Occupy Philipto.yn.

London, Oct. 12.-By Associated
Press. 1.-The Free State Burghers, &C.
cording to private message, have
crossed the Orange river into Cape Col
ony and occupied Philiptown. 1t is
supposed their object is to cut the rail
way at Deaar Junction, an important
StraGesic point.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
Brltlsl, Advance.

London, Oct. 12.-By Associated
Press.)-A Mafeking dispatch says:
"Colonel Baden-Powell has just sent a
strong British force toward the border,
with field guns, presumably with a
view of occupying advantageous points
on high ground.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
occupy Lnlng,s Mex.

London, Oct. 1a.-(By Associated
Press.)-A Ladysmith special says: The
Beers occupied Laing's Mex the mo-
ment the ultimatum expired. They
are now pouring into Natal. Jngogo
Heights have been occupied,
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1899-10-12
the Transvaal, Conyngham Greene. paid
rmal farewell visits to Kruger and
high Boer officials in Pretoria last
Censorship at Natal.

A@york, Oct. 12.-(By Associated
Pres $>she Commercial cable company
has Y r the following: eve are adj
vised abe Natal administration an
nounce, xailitary censorship over
messages nd from Natal"
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1899-01-12
OUTLOOK ENTIRELY SATISFACTORY.
Meet ns OF EiectroIysie Marine salts
Company In Boston.

Boston, January ii.-- The committee
on the part Of the stockholders OF the
Electrolytio Marine Salts company held
u meeting here today and although the
committee could not make statement
Indicating an immediate prospect OF
final settlement, the members Of 1t de-
clared that the outlook was entirely
satisfactory. OF the $4,000 shores Of
stock issued by the company over 6oO.oo
shares have been turned over to the men,
bers of the committee as trustees, with
full authority to make the best settle
ment possible. The committee expects to
be made trustee of practically all the stock
before long, as it is constantly being
sent in.
. Just as soon as the committee gets au-
fboritv to act for all the stockholders, the
m ,mbers of the committee will consult
with Col. Hopkins, counsel for Jernegan,
and endeayor to make as advantageous
settlement as possible.
Prof. Carmichael, the expert, who Is
making thu examination of the plant Mt
Iubec, Me-. has not yet finished his work
and his report Is necessary prerequisite
TO report from the stockholders' COM
mittee as to the condition of affairs. The
Committee states that satisfactory pro-
gress Is being made toward the settle.
ment of some of the suits against the
company.