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The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1899-07-02

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The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1899-07-02


the early morning with the baby In lap
and Merwin and Melissa had been out
IN grew oppressive.
Il want 4 pail Of water. / cid get II
myself = wells not, but I'm 'fratd them
hain's heard nothin' Of 'em since dinner.
one OF these DAYS an break their bones
an call EN- She took the pail from
the lush June grass
A little later Merwin and Melissa slip
Ped around the corner Of the house with
the sssaitny step OF returning truants.
They peeped In II the open door. 40 one
ting bare feet and stood In the middle
of the great empty kitchen. Itstening
There was a look OF pscked-1p-afser-tiin
ner neatness about them and no sound
Of motion or life except the rux;isng Of .
ne ~Spzper on tho table stirred BY tbs
breeze THAT r-epf IN sitter them. Tan
about the awe-insptrinx quiet Of . vast
cathedral: IL In nothing To the stiffness
Of familiar house suddenly smpsied Of
= large family. The children looked st
each other With widening eyes
where's gramma
81 don't know. Let's look"
Through the deserted house they vent
with eser-hasfenang steps.
Let's hosiert" '-Csrammas Grnmms.s
Their voices sounding ~ loud In the
schoang roonA vws really scass4 An4
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-09-23

which are nearly white. He Is beginning
to be bald. His face indicates pugnacity,
tempered with courtesy. and cleverness for
tined with thoughtfulness. For a man of
ms age-he was seventy July 81 OF this
year-he is exceedingly sturdy and robust
ana though he retired from active life
four years ago is still capable of doing
more work than many man full twenty
years his junior.
A Great stump Speaker.
The major settled in Jersey City at the
age OF thirty-six, after the close of the
civil war. through which he served as pay
master and from which circumstance he
gets his military title. He took the editor
ship of the Jersey City Times in 1865. leav-
ing that paper In 1867 to help start the
Evening Journal, of which paper he was
editor continuously till 1894, when he sold
out To the son of the late William Walter
fhelps. its present editor and publisher.
Pangborn has been best known as a
stump speaker. always on the republican
side since the formation of the republican
party. His earliest journalistic work was
done as a subeditor in Albany under Jonn
Il. SAKE. the poet. Later he edited papers
successfully in Montpelier VT, Worcester
Mass, and Boston. At the latter city he
was in charge of the Atlas and Bee hold
ing a contract with its publishers which
made him absolute master of its editorial
columns
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-09-23
WAS A DRAWN BATTLE.
Some Other shopper VIII Get the Bar
gain. However.

gain. However.
From the Philadelphia Times.
The massive doors of the big bon marche
had swung back on their hinges at o'clock
the other morning when the perspiring
crowd of women shoppers, early birds, In
pursuit Of the bargain worm, crashed into
the avenue leading to the counter where
unhea rd-of opportunity of saving the nim-
BILE dime had been appropriately and seduc-
lively advertised. The stornlfng of Sebas-
topol wasn't a patch on the enthusiasm
with which this beseging brigade Of deter
mined women made their assault up the
devoted heads Of the saleSpeople keeping
watch and ward over the fabrics piled high
upon the bargain counter in aliuring invita-
ton.
At the very forefront of the invading host
that swarmed fiercely toward the covet-
ed goal were two fair matrons before whose
energetic rusheS their weaker sisters had
been fain to give way. Confronting each
other with the light Of set purpose glancfng
in their bright eyes the twain laid hands
upon the loveliest of bargain suits, and in
a trice the others in the throng were treat
ed to an alteration that began in this wise:
'It's mine"
"'Taint," came the answer very hotly.
"I had this first and you delhi Q: ately
snatched the skirt from me-"
"Why l did not. The saleslady told me
this was mine. and she had no sooner turn
ed away than you took that waist
Hard as it may be to believe 1t, the fact
remains fixed that these two daughters Of
Eve notwithstanding the remonstrances of
their sisters and the pacific efforts of clerks
and fioorwalkers. kept up a sharp fusilade
that only ended when the two Amazons
calmly took seats in adjoining chairs be ore
the bargain counter, and while the uS,ne5s
Of the great mercantile establ shment pur-
sued it's wonted course they glared at each
other with unrelenting an'mosity, each
holding a portion of the coveted suit in her
tightly clenched hand
Hours waxed and waned, and with the
approach of the noontide the pangs Of
persuasions Of the salespeople that one or
the other should yield. mo surrender
was depicted upon the lineaments of the
contending matrons. And what they said
they meant. When the sun began to cast
slanting rays through the windows of the
store the would-be purchasers Of the big
gest bargain of the bunch steadfastly MAIN
tanned the positions assumed In the early
hours Of the fray.
Then when the shades Of evening began
to fall upon the scene Of this unique con-
fiict of woman's will and woman's won't.
and the salespeople found their arguments
still falling on ears that were deaf to per-
suasion. the head foorwalker effectually in
surrender their spoil Of the bargain coun-
ter, declaring that the firm could not afford
to keep the store open all night pending the
settlement of this remarkable and irrec5n-
cilable dispute.
1t was drawn battle. but each of the
women wendell her way home in the con.
seriousness Of victory won and dignity main
tanned.
The bargain II stiii thsra
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-09-23
JAPANESE ARCHITECTURE.
New Opening for American Struc-
turaI Iron.

From the Chicsgo Inter Ocean.
A growing market for American iron Is
developing in Japan, according to 4aSusi
Tasamoto, 3. A, assistant professor of
architecture in the Imperial University at
Toxic, who is at present stopping at the
Auditorium annex. Professor Tasamoto
speaks with authority upon this subject,
for he comes to the United States on
mission for the imperial government of
Japan, to study iron construction and ar
chitecture in general. As APPLY put by
Professor Tasamoto he will study archi-
lecture in the United States and the his
tory of architecture in Europe.
Japan is likely soon to become a great
market for the American iron trade said
Professor Tasamoto yesterday. The Jap
anese government is becoming interested in
iron construction, because it appears to be
the safest plan of construction for Japan,
which Is subject to earthquakes.
japanese buildings are a rule light
wooden structures, but the more modern
and substantial styles of architecture
being introduced. The palace of the crown
prince is built of iron bought from the Car
negie company. The Bank of Japan is Of
iron and stone and there are other build
ings in Japan of like construction"
The japanese, however, will not follow
the Chicago style of architecture to any
great extent, for the sky scraper is an I'M
possibility in Japan, according to Professor
1.-The Bank of Japan is seventy feet
high" he said, "and the architects Of
Japan consider 100 feet the limit of
height for building, even with the most
solid construction. We must build with re-
gard to the earthquakes, and so all Jap
anese buildings must be low in comparison
with your tall business blocks.
81 spent five days in San Francisco and
two days in Omaha. The Omaha EXPOSE
ton buildings are of fine architecture. I
will spend four days in Chicago. and then
go to Pittsburg to visit the Carnegie plant.
We must necessarily depend on the United
States for much of our iron, as at present.
Japan has no plants for manufacturing
structural iron. One will be established
soon but Japan will always be at a disad-
vantage in the manufacture of iron. we
have only poor quality of ore. We have
large fields of good coal. but the pig iron
must be imported from the United States:
so. no matter to what extent we may de-
velop the manufacture of iron, We will still
be dependent on the United States for the
raw material
II shall visit England and most of the
continental countries before returning to
Japan, and will make a thorough study OF
your architecture. as well as its history"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-09-23
They're After Him.

From the Chicago News.
'Is it true" asked the foreign corre-
spondent. '.that you have a few American
folloWers?'
"a fewy echoed AglIinaldo. why. man.
I count the whole American army as my
followers"
.sYou don't mean it!
Certainly! Aren't they following me all
over the island In the hope of making q
captured?
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-08-17
Dispensing REBELS.
Excellent Results From Gen. Mac
ATthur's NOrthVvard Movement.

Excellent Results From Gen. Mac
ATthur'S NorthVvard Movement.
Washington. Aug. 12.-Ti:p following
c; Bile has been received from Gen.
Otis:
"Captured letters high inSnrgent au-
tlcri'y. eXhoriing inhabitants to hold
out Il little longer: that European rec
o@nition will be granted by Aug. 81
and that present United States adj
ministration will be overthrown.'
Gen. Otis also cable;l the war de-
rartment the following report of
Wednesdays engagement:
'MacArthur's movement very sue
ccssful; serves to clear country rear
and left and right of insurgents; has
advanced north to Calulet. six miles
from San Fernando, whence he is now
accomplishing: his casualties five
killed. Stwenty-nine wounded. Officers
wounded:, Maj. Rraden. Capt. Aber-
tethy. Thirty siXtl, volunteers, leg and
arm. moderate: Lieut.. Williams. Fifty
first Iowa. thigh. moderate. These
troops ordered to left and rear toward
Santa Rita. MacArthur's advance
under Wheaton and Liscum, consists
Ninth, Twelfth. Seventeenth part of
Twenty second regiments and portion
of F'i!:y-tirst Iowa. Movement very
difficult on account of mud and SUI
face water. Macarthur repsrts in
Surgcnt loss 100 killed, some 800
woun@?cd: they We're rapidly driven
r'lward and in the evening appar-
emily abandoned Porac line, where
they blew up powder works.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-08-17
MARKETS.,
Latest Quotations From Grain and
Live Stock Centers.


st. Paul, Aug 10. = Wheat-No. 1
Northern, IS s-f1aG9 lie; No. 2 North
ern 81 1-2M6Sc. Corn = No. 3 yellow,
No. 3 white. % 1-4@24c; No. 3, % 1-2@
% 1-2c. Barley and Rye-Feed barley,
31M33c; No. 2 rye, 40 1-2M49c: No.
rye. 4SM4S 1-4c.
Duluth Aug. 13.-Wheat-No. hard
cash. 73 3-4c bid; September, 72c bid;
December, re bid; No. Northern,
cash, II lac bid; September, zoe bid;
December. Tic bid; May, 74c bid; No.
Northern. &c bid; No. 3 spring, Gle
bid; to arrive No. hard, 73 3-4c bid:
No. hard, 73 Bic bid; No. North
ern. II Lie bid; oats, 2ONl19 1-2c; rye.
IS Lie.
Minneapolis, Aug. 13.-Wheat-Au-
gust closed at 7Oc; September opened
at 3-4c and closed at 67 7-SG6Sc;
December opened at GS 3-Sc and closed
at 60 1-Sc; on track, No. hard. Il Ice;
No. 1 Northern 20 Ice; No. 2 North
ern. go Lie.
Milwaukee. Wis. Aug. 13.-Flour is
steady. Wheat firmer; No. Northern,
n 3-4@72 Lie; No. 2 Northern, zoe;
Oats steady at 23@25c. Rye firm;
No. 1. 54c. Barley steady; No. 2, Ale;
sample. 35M41c.
Chicago. Aug. 13.-Wheat-No. . red
6S 1-20tGS 3-4c: Nc. 2 hard winter,
81 1-2c: No. 3. 66 1-2d67 1-2c: No. 1
Northern spring. 10 1-2c; No. 2. 60 1-2c;
No. 3 spring. 660l6S Lie. Corn-No. 9,
81 3-4c; No. 3. Bic. Oats-No. 3, 20 ii
@2O 1-2c; No. 3, 90 1923 lie
Chicago. Aug. 13. - Hogs - Mixed
and butchers. Sl.20M$4 Go; good heavy
S4.35M+.67 10; rough heavy. $1,000
S4.15: light, $4.45Ml.70. Cattle--Beeves
S4.60MG.20; COWS and heifers. seas;
Texas steers. $3.75Gi5: stockers and
$3M4.5O: lambs, S40i65O.
Sioux City, Iowa, Aug. 13.-Cattle--
Market steady; beeves. S4.5Nn5.O5
cows. bulls and mixed, $2.5OGI4; stock.
ers and feeders. S3.JOGl4 30; calves and
yearlings, $.5GM4.50. Hogs-Marlet
weak to &c lower; selling at $4.20Nl
49,.
South st. Paul, Aug. IS. - Hogs -
4.25M4.75. Cattle-Stockers. $3.75M
4.15: COWS, So 2aGi4; bulls. $:,.O5: steers
$40. Sheep, $3.50; lambs, S5.50n5. 80
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-08-17

Washington, Aug. ia report mas
been received AT the war department
from an officer at San Juan, Porto
Rico, estimating that the number OF
killed amounts to 500. The same Off
&cer says very serious condition Of
affairs exists at Ponce.
Washington, Aug. 13.-The war de-
partment yesterday look prompt meas
ures for the relief of the hurricane
sufferers in Porln Rico. When the
press dispatches and GeD. Davis ad-
vices made known the extent of the
disaster steps were Immediately taken
to send supplies, and the transport
Mcpherson was ordered put in readi-
ness to sail from New York on Mon
day next She will carry rations and
other necessaries. Secretary of War
Root sent the following appeal to the
mayors of all cities of more than $780,
900 population:
''Sir: The governor general of Porto
Rico confirms the report that upon the
Srh inst. a hurricane swept over that
island, entirely demolishing many of
the towns, destroying many lives and
reducing. so far as he can estimate,
not less than 100000 of the inhabitants
tc condition of absolute restitution,
without homes or food. Unless i'm
mediate and effective relief is given,
these unfortunates will perish of fam
inc
"Under these conditions the presi-
dent deems that an appeal should be
made to the humanity of the American
people. 1t is an appeal to their pa
triotism, also, for the Inhabitants of
Porto Rico have freely and gladly sub
mitted themselves to the guardianship
of the United States and have volun-
tarily surrendered the protection of
Spain, to which they were formerly
entitled, confidently relying upon more
generous and beneticent treatment at
our hands The highest considerations
of honor and good faith unite with the
pronlptings CT humanity to require
from the United States a generous re-
spouse to the Porto Ricans' distress.
''1his department has directed the
immediate distribution of rations to
the sufferers by the army in Porto
Rico. so far as it is within the power
of the executive. but in the absence
of any appropriation we must rely
largely upon private contributions.
81 beg that you will call upon the
public-spirited and humane people of
your city to take active and immedi-
ate measures III this eXigency. The
government transport Mcpherson will
be sent directly from the port of New
York to Porto Rico on Monday, the
18th inst to carry all supplies Of food
which can be obtained. Further trans
ports will be sent at future dates, Of
which public notice will be given.
ANY committee charged with the
raising of funds will receive full infor-
nation and advice upon communicate
ing with this department. Very re-
spectfully, -Elihu Root,
"Secretary of War"
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-08-17
GEN. MILES OBJECTS.
Ex-Secretary Alger's Last Order Is
Likely to Be Modified.

Ex-Secretary Alger's Last Order Is
Likely to. Be Modified.
Washington, Aug. u. = Secretary
Root conferred with Gen. Miles the
first thing after arriving here. This
conference gave rise to rumors that
Miles was to be sent to Manila, but
the talk between Secretary Root and
the general related entirely to the mat
ter of army inspection and the order
issued by Secretary Alger shortly be-
fore he resigned. ::Iacing the inspector
generals department solely under the
authority OF the secretary Of war.
Gen. Miles objects strongly to this,
and it is now believed that Ayers
order will be modified.
Secretary Root has asked for reports
from various recruiting stations of the
country. 1t is said to be his purpose to
have upward OF $4,000 men in the
Philippines ready for active service by
Nov. 1.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-08-17
TOUGlIS WITH NERVE,
They Capture n Train and Run 1t to
Suit Themselves.


Fargo, N. d.. Aug. 13.-The gang Of
tough men who were frustrated in
their attempt to capture freight on
the Southwestern Thursday We're more
successful yesterday and took posses
sion of a train at Edgeley and rode to
different points along the linen. They
drew revolvers on the train men and
enforced their demands. The people
along the route in the smaller towns
sympathized with the men, as they
wanted them taken out of the country
Two hundred more are reported to
have been landed at Edgeley last night
by the Milwaukee. The men secure
free transportation on the ground taat
they are harvest hands. but they are
tough customers and refuse offers Of
work.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-08-17
Gold Coming Down.

Seattle, Wash, Aug. Pit is stated
that there is now at st. Michael, Alas
ka. about S3.O0O.OOO worth of gold
dust ready fer shipment to San Fran
cisco and Seattle. TIE Alaska Com
mefcial company will ship about ST.
100000 to SAP francisco and the re-
mainder, principally owned by the
Canadian BauI Of Commerce.. will be
brought to Seattle on the next trip OF
the steamer Roanoke, due about Aug.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-08-17
MAY BE ROCKEFELLER.


American Officer Held by the Rebels
in Southern LuxOn.
Washington. Aug. 13.-The following
cablegram has been received from Gen.
Otis:
MANILA, Aug. 11.-Adiutant General,
Washington: From Southern Luzon.
report comes, that an American officer
is held there prisoner and description
given indicates Maj. Rockefeller.
-'OtiS.''
Mai. Rockefeller is the officer who
disappeared several months ago, short
" after his arrival in the philippines,
and nothing has been beard Of him
since.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-08-17
PECULIAR LYNCHING.
Jnilor Finds His Prisoner Hanging

Tailor Finds His Prisoner Hanging
to the County GuIIows
Port Gibson. Miss. Aug. 13.-Bill
Wilson. colored, was lynched here YES
terday under peculiar circumstances.
Last Tuesday he was arrested in the
Helmanville district on a charge of
alleged criminal assault. Yesterday
afternoon the jailer. upon entering
Wilson's cell. discovered the prisoner
hanging to the county gallows with
several bullet wounds in his neck and
shoulders. The coroner's jury rem
dered verdict of hanging and shoot
ing by unknown parties. The eXecu-
ton took place so quietly that none of
the officials knew what was going on.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-08-17
ROER THREATS.
They Will Ruin the Mines and the
English Stockholders.

They Will Ruin the Mines and the
English Stockholders.
London. Aug. 13.-The Boer organ in
London, the Standard and Diggers
News, publishes johannesburg dis
patch threatening Great Britain in the
event of war, saying the Beers are de-
termined to wreck the mines and ire
trievably ruin the general o1dy of
stockholders by blowing up mili,nt,s Of
dollars worth Of machinery. adding
that war will mean the absolut ruin
OF Johannesburg, both as a town and
as Il mining center. and saying:
"While it will doubtless end in q vic
to- for England, the price of that
victory will be the ruin of thousands
" no ought to consider tbs price they
Ii ust pay before authorizing the gov
eminent to declare war;
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-08-17
How's Thisi

We offer One Hundred Dollars reward for any
case Of Catarrh that cannot be cured by Halls
Catarrh Cure.
Cheney for the last Is years sI and believe him
perfectly honorable in all business transactions
and financially able to carry out any obliga-
lions made by their firm.
West & Truax. Wholesale Druggists, Toledo,
o.; Walding, Kinnan e. Marvin, Wholesale
Druggists, Toledo, Ohio.
Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internally act
ing directly upon the blood and mucous surfaces
Of the system. Testimonials sent free. Price
TIC per bottle. Sold by all druggists
Halls Family Pills are the best
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-08-17
HE REALLY WANTED TO r1E.
WOMld-Be Suicides Persistent Eff
forts May Prove Unsuccessful.

IOrSS May IrOVc InSucceSStul.
Chicago, Aug. 12.-In attempting to
commit suicide George NJ. Patterson,
a cook of Evanston. first drank a
quart Of whisky, then secured an old
rusty sword, set the hilt against a
bath tub and fell upon the point so
forcibly that the blade went
nearly halfway through his body.
Feeling little pain and being still able
to stand Patterson again fell upon the
sword. His vitality was still strong,
however. and he placed the weapons
point against his stomach and rushed
with the hilt against the wall. Still
he did not collapse, and. pluclling the
blade from his wound. he set fire to
the house and crawled into closet
and waited for the fire to consume
him. He was rescued by tiremen,
however, and taken to the hospital.
He may recover.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-08-17
Dinlomatic Courtesv.

Berlin, .AMG. - President IcKin-
ley has written letter to Emperor
Williams expressing his pleasure ut the
appointment Of DR. Mumm Won
SclwartZenstpin as envoy eXtraortlin-
airy to the United States during the alb
seice from America of DR.. Won Holle-
ben, the German ambassador at WASH
ington, saying that Dr. Won Schwartz
enstein's previous stay at Washington
is pleasantly remembered
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-08-17
YAQU1s ROUTED.
Mexican Troops Are Pursuing Them
Vigorously.

Chicago. Aug. IA special to the
Tribune from the City Of Mexico says:
The state troops have had another en-
counter with the Yaquis near Metano,
defeating them With loss of several
killed. The state troops did not lose a
man, but Lieut.. Francisco Gales died
from suEstrole during the forced
march made to overtake the Indians.
The wound OF Gen. Torres, received in
combat. is slight one. and he is pro-
crossing rapidly toward recovery. The
Indians have retirc; from Bacum, and
are supposed to be in force near
Vicam. The death of Juan Maldonado
has been confirmed. The Indians will
shortly be attacked near Vicam.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-08-17
Ignored by the Bisho,..

st. Louis. Aug. l2.-Rishcp janssen,
Of the Belleviile. ILL.,, ROMAN Catholic
diocese, will accord the rebellious
parisnioncrs of ST. Patrick's church in
East ST. Louis no further recognition
A building will be- rented in the parish
and Vicar General Cluse will be placed
in charge. aud the old ST. Patrick S
church win be no longer recognized
and new church will be erected.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-08-17
HOT WEATHER WARFARE.
What Generals Wheat and MncAr-
mi.

What Generals Wheat and MacAr-
thur Are DOi9E.
New York. aug. 11.-'rhr Suns spe-
cial from Manila says: Gen. Mac
ArthurS troops were resting at noon
yesterday at CaIucut. while Gen.
Wheaton was accommodating. The
weather is scorchng. bnt there is no
rain. The gunhoAtS Yorktown. Con-
cord, Callao and I'nmpanga shelled the
town of San Fernando de Ia Union,
and half-dcstroyed it. The natives re-
turned the fire With musketry and two
cannon. but were finally driven to the
hills.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-08-17
Benefit Fund for Soldiers.

San Francisco, Aug. u. At the
Orpheun theater an auction sale Of
seats and boxes took place for the
benefit Of the fund to be used in the
entertainment and reception of the re-
turning California regiment. Five
boxes sold for $500. The sale Of
seats will net a large sum-
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-08-17
Ladies Can Wear Shoes

One size smaller after using Aliens Foot
Ease, powder for the feet. 1t makes
tight OF new shoes easy. Cures swol-
len, hot, sweating, aching feet, ingrow-
ing nails, corns and bunions. At all
druggists and shoe stores. 25 cts. Trial
package FREE by mail. Address Allen
S. Olmsted. LIE Roy. n. Y.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-08-17
Killed in II Row.

Colorado Springs, Colo. Aug. -. -
Gus Mckenzie, a prominent cotton
merchant and a member of the school
board of Gaines. Tex, was killed in a
row with hotel walters at the Barker
hotel in Manitou yesterday. Mr.. Nc
Kemie had demanded an apology from
the head waiter for an alleged insult
to Mrs. Mckenzie, and in the fight
which ensued he was struck on the
temple and died in short time.