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Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06

For several months there have been
rumors of consolidation of the
Wheeling, Citizens. Benwood G South
ern and Bellaire, Bridgeport & Mar
tins Ferry street railway companies.
1t is generally known that the Wheel
ing company has virtually obtained
control Of the other two companies,
and that the operation of the three
systems has been conducted from one
head. The consolidation was expected
to remove all legal difficulties in the
matter.
These persistent rumors have had
a very appreciable effect upon the
stocks in the companies concerned,
and very few shares have lately been
offered for sale. The value of these
stocks has materially advanced. 1t
is understood that Wheeling and Citi-
zens' railway stock pays about 4 per
cent, and formerly paid Az per cent.
In view of the rumors in circulation,
it is said the stock is being held at
lis, and that several small blocks have
recently been disposed of at 10.
The report has it that as soon as
the consolidation is effected, it is pro-
posed to declare a stock dividend of
100 per cent
The stockholders of the Wheeling
Railway Company will hold a meet
ing to-day, at which important de-
velopments are expected. Notices for
the meeting were received by the
stockholders yesterday 1t is expected
that a step will be taken toward the
proposed consolidation at to-day S
meeting, although those who are in a
position to talk about the matter do
not show a disposition to discuss it in
advance Of the meeting.
The Wheeling Traction Company, for
which a charter was granted by Sec
rotary of State VIM. NJ. 0. Dawson
some time ago, will be the name of the
new concern. If the three companies
are merged into one, the new trac-
ton company will control and operate
about thirty or thirty-five miles of
track.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
MOunGSyiIle Briefs.

The Epworth League will elect OIL
GERS tonight.
Mr.. and Mrs. A. J. McElroy will
spend to-day in Wheeling.
j. w. Johns, of Benwood, was in the
city on business yesterday.
c. W. Lutes, of South Water street,
is confined to his room by illness.
Mr. and Mrs. NJ. B. Crow will leave
to-day for Wellsburg, where they will
make their future home.
Elder S. S. Lucas is conducting a
series of revival meetings at the
Church of God on Third street.
Mr. and Mrs. S. NJ. McFadden have
returned from their honeymoon tour,
and are at home on Sixth street.
Rev. Leonard Twinum. of Orrville,
O., will preach at the Presbyterian
church next Sunday morning and
evening.
Mrs. Della Supler has been appoint
ed guardian for w. E. Supler and
John L. Supler, minor children Of J.
L. Supler, deceased.
Conleys band is arranging for the
lecture "Boer and Briton," by Edward
Err, to be given at the school hall.
The date has not yet been determined,
but it will be some evening next week.
On last Monday night the dwelling
of Charles Lucas. on Little Grave
Creek, was destroyed by fire. Nearly
al the household furniture and cloth
ing of the inmates was destroyed by
the fire.
When the Eighth street sewer was
eral large holes were dug and have
not yet been filled in. They are not
covered, and some night someone viii
fall into one, and then the city will be
the defendant in suit for damages.
The n. B. Scott Six Foot Club will
hold a meeting in the new club room
over the West Virginia Clothing Com
pany's store at 100 this evening The
room has been newly furnished. and
the club, which is a permanent orgaki-
cation, now has very comfortable quar-
tiers.
Phil G. Nuhfer. of Oil City. Pa.
visited his sister. Miss Frances. of the
Moundsyille Art Company, yesterday.
Mr.. Nuhfer has recently returned from
Dawson City. Alaska. where he spent
two years in the gold mines. He had
very good success, and is carrying
a pocketful of nuggets which he gives
to his friends.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
ALL TELEGRAMS STOPPED.

CONsTANTINOPLE. Tuesday. Decem-
Der 4-Captain Colby H. Chester, Lieuts.
VIM. p. Scott and VIM. A Moffstt. and
Ensign Leigh c. Palmer. of the u s.
battleship Kentucky. will remain here IN
til after the Selamlik. Friday. The other
officers Of the Kentucky are expected to
visit Constantinople. While at Smyrna
Captain Chester exchanged visits with the
Vail {governorl and the naval authorities.
The latter greatly admired the superim-
posed turret system OF the Kentucky.
The government has stopped all tele-
grams from Smyrna in regard to the
Kentucky.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
THE YOUNG LADIES
OF the Cathedral Will Present a
Comedy-Drsma Friday Evening al
the Carroll Club.

of the Cathedral Will Present
Comedy-Drama Friday Evening at
the Carroll Club.
"Gypsy's Secret" a comedy in three
acts will be given Friday evening, De-
cember 7th, by the young ladies Of the
Cathedral the Carroll Club Auditor
ium. On several former occasions pre-
vious the young ladies who will partic-
ipate have demonstrated their dramat-
ic talent and the undivided attention
given this play will furnish their many
friends with an entertainment far in
excess of any amateur performance ev-
er given on the local stage. The gen
eral line Of the plot is at once anus
ing and pathetic and tells in its course
very interesting story.
The cast will be as follows:
Miss Morong, Principal of Crow
hall, N. Jones; Mrs. Dynecourt, of Sell
bourn. A. Merge; Mademoiselle Jeanne,
Nora O'Brien; Joyce Dynecourt, Mar
garet DeGant; Judith Grey, Anna Mey-
ers; Phyllis Reynolds, Lizzie Gund-
ling; Barbara Creighton, Jesse Helm
bright; Suzanne Horton, Elenor Black;
Lillian Gordon, Ada Carroll; Mollie
Howard, May Witty; Anna Dayton,
Nell SAVERS; Daisy Rogers, Mary Man
ion; Nora, Mrs, Dynecourt's maid, R.
Miriam, the Gypsey, Ethel Weitzell.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06

Grand Celebration Centennial of the
Este bIishment of the Seat of Gov
ernment. Washington. ID. C., Wed
nesday. December I2-One Fare
Round Trip-Baltimore q Ohio
Railroad.
For this occasion the Baltimore &.
Ohio Railroad will sell tickets from all
points on its lines east of the Ohio
river 10 Washington, D. c.. at the low
rate OF One Fare for the Round Trip.
good going on all trains of Tuesday.
December 18th; also, for morning
trains of Wednesday. December 18th.
from all points between PHILADELPHIA.
Cumberland. Strasburg Junction, Hag-
erstown and Frederick, inclusive. All
tickets valid for return until December
18th, 1900, inclusive.
For tickets and full information. call
On Agents Baltimore & Ohio Railroad.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
NOTICE-A NEW DEPARTMENT.

C. Neuman & Co. has enlarged their
place of business by the addition of a
room which will ho used by most
competent and experienced New York
ladies tailoress. Attention will be paid
to binding and lining skirts Ladies'
gowns will be made almost as good as
new. C. Neuman & Co. have been in
the business for twenty-five years, and
their reputation is 50 firmly established
that the firm is known as the leading
dyers of the Ohio valley All work is
guaranteed and inspection invited. No.
1912 Main street. Phone SO.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
HASERDAsuERY.
HENRY SONNEBORN,
Opposite Mcclure House,
SELLER OF FlRST.CLASS
UNDERWEAR.
HABERDAsuERY.
MIEI.sNE ERR.
GIoVE@.


GLOW S.
The Conqueror," our leader. A 2-clasp
Kid Glove, black and all colors, worth
u 90. Our price, 79c
SILK GLOVEs-Two clasp, lined and
unlined.
CHILDREN's Clasp Red Cashmere
Gloves.
WOOL MITs for ladies and children.
HOSIERY.
Only the best brands-Onyx, Herms-
dorf and Black Cat in wool and cotton,
in every quality.
WINTER UNDERWEAR.
Ladies', Childrens and Infants best
Csc garments in the market Our ladies'
French Wool fine fabric Vests and Pants
guaranteed not to shrink. Cannot be had
elsewhere
NECK RICHES.
We have the latest in Ch!nchilla and Silk
with long ends.
FURS.
We have the newest, the incest, the
cheapest.
MILLINERY.
Our lines are the newest. strictly up
to-date and plenty to show.
Lou SWABACkER.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
C. HESS & SONS
USEFUL AND ELEGANT CHRISTMAS
GIFTS AT POPULAR PRICES.

u II u "A n " c Z =
GIFTS AT POPULAR PRICES.
COLLARS-AIwayS the very newest
for Ladies and Gentlemen.
NECK WEAR-Au the latest styles.
GLOVES-kid. MOcO, SILK ana Wool.
MI EFAk,RS and MuHicrettes-Siik,
Wool and Cotton.
HANDkE RCHlEEs-Silk, Linen and
Cambria.
81 Srt1N DERS-Fancy Silk, Satin and
WorsTed.
SHiRIs-Gighmies and Monarchs in
White and COiored.
KNIT JACKETS and BERLIN OFFICE
COATS-W DOL and WOrsted.
UNDERWEAR md HALF HOSE
Wool, Cotton and JarOs' Hy2ienic.
UMBRELLAS-SiI< and Mohair with
Fancy Handles.
A Suit of Clothes, OVercOat, Pair of
Trousers or Fancy Vest made to
order, as we have their measures.
c. HESS & SONS.
Fashionable TaiIors and Furnishers,
1921 end 1923 Market Street.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
A Safe Place For Money.

Being under the supervision of the
State Banking Department, the safety
of money is assured when deposited
with the Real Estate Savings Bank, No
224 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburg. Pa. De-
pcsits OF one dollar and upward receiv-
ed and interest paid at the rate OF four
per cent. Der annum- (2)
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
CONSOLIDATION Of ROADS.
A STEP IN THIS DIRECTION WILL
PROBABLY BE TAKEN
TODAY
By WHEELING RAILWAY co.

Report That Local Electric Street
Railway Companies Are to be
Merged Under One Head, which
Will Control the Traction Lines in
This City and vicfnity-Meeting to
Be Held To-Day.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
MOUNDSVILLE.
Events Yesterday in the Marshall
County City.
a--------~-=--
The Railroad Con

The Railroad Company Fined.
cIayor Parkinson yesterday fined the
Ohio River Railroad Company ten dol
lars and costs on a charge of block
aiding the street crossings. This is the
second fine that has been imposed on
this company for blCckading the
streets. Mr.. "A. T. Condor. attorney
for the company, has served notice on
an anneal
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
See our window display. NICOLL'S
ART STORE.

Many people are attending Shelf
Bros Special Sale and taking advan-
tage of many bargains to be had. 25
per cent off Shelf Bros. low prices
means Watch and Jewelry bargains
worth securing. This sale will con-
tinue this week.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
New Ideas in
Cushion Tops.

Covers suited for every corner and chair-unique
in design, finished and unhnished-Coster, Photo,
and Oriental
Admired and sold than any other waist is
Tailor Made" Flannel Waist made much different than
others that commends itself sight The may be
said of Fancy Flannel Waist which has white vest
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
WATER RENTS ARE DIE.

Water rents for the six months end
ing March 81, 1901. are now ready.
If paid on or before December 81,
1900. a discount of 10 per cent will
be allowed.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
Eixnth Pare.

Merry Christmas-White Swan Laun-
dry.
Mems Suits and Overcoats-D. Gund-
ling & Co.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06

Stockholders Meeting-National Bank
of West Virginia.
Coffee Pots-Nesbitt & Bro.
Opera House-The Evil Eye.
Grand Opera House-Poverty Row.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
Firth Page,
sixth Page.

Christmas Buy:ng-Locke Shoe Co.
Johnston & Murphy Shoes-Alexande
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06

stocks.
cks. Open High ( Low c,Ios,.

The following New York quotations were
received YESTERDAY by Howard Hazlett &
Son, National Exchange Bank Building.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
pOrtiereS.

Never has this store shown much variety and ele-
gance moderate style than at this time Oamask Bagdad,
Madras in Oriental and modern designs and colors
Rope Porteres in many different styles, widths and col
orings.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06

Just received a fine lot of Furs, and
will sell at manufacturers prices. 1913
Main street, Ladies Tailor and Furrier.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06

Useful Christmas Presents for Men
Prof. a. Chrystal's Electric Belt.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06

Gentlemans $500 Solid Gold Rings
at $500 at Shelf Bros discount SALE
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
GEO. R.TAYLOR Comply.
OPENING ART ROOM.

Mrs Berger" assisted by Miss Edith Wilkinson have
special holiday sale of Art Needle Work. Hand Paintings
etc, on second foor
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
mbfflins Register
INDEX TO NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.
Third Page.

Second Page.
Sale of Valuable Real Estate.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
suits worth
$3.50 to S33.5Ofor $3.50

Of excellent Broadcloths, Camels Hair
and Cheviots; with blouse, tight-ftting or
military front jackets. All leading shades;
handsomely silk lined
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06

Mam mn OF fine Black Kersey-double-
rhaIB,H5H breasted and lined throughout
~s~aSO with SINNERS satin. Lapels
trimmed with stitched Peau de Sole. One of
the best values we've ever offered
MkA mE Box Coats-Ladies' and Misses
shHA. MI Sizes of extra fine Kersey, vel
W. SsSS vet collar; lined with best Skim
ner's satin. All shades
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
L0Ce' Curt0inS1

New in pattern strong mesh in every makeas Brussels,
Nottingham Irish Point Point Desprt Arabian Renaissance
Cuny On these making special holiday prices.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-12-06
suits worth
SIS 90 for $3.50.

OF Imported Pebble Cheviot, the sea-
sons most desirable suit fabric. Jackets in
various styles, beautifully made skirts; all
tailor finished
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1900-08-14
POSITION OF BROOKLYN
At The Top Of the Couma Is Practically
Assured al The Finish.
HARD FIGHT Fer lhf SECOND pIAC.
Are in the EiEht nad Il win bc
bitterly Contested.

The baseball season OF 1900 as far as the
Nc oral League is concerned has last ten
moie weeks to run beioce II close Duling
that time it Is hard to prophecy W lat VIII
hanpen. but It is almost a foreeo. e concla-
s,tu tina, the Brookiyns viii tas " hsld thcl
lead in the race for tn, ptnaant and pass
under the wire winner for IN second sue
cos,i,e time II cant-r-
Tn, fight for thu second poaiuon or mis-
TO be an Interesting ana bitter one with
PSiiRG~lphi Pstsburs an Chicaso as tne
oon. eGders for the place, Whether or not
tn Pm HAS will re,an second place VII
h.nLe upon the oulcome OF ineig pfe en-
western tiip. Ii ,hsy return nome within a
coupe OF games Ct the dlo ho!d,ug se,onl
Biate--tDr II must be as uMed thas ,hey Nll.
lose the plscc 0o.ote ii retain hen t,ef
wall bv one o, their oid-tasn onei h.ishes.
MT in second.
a.. however, thev are. say So games to
the bau when they return 10 the rItv OF
brotherly Love %. Their last nrOtractcu >.
us, The chances are ina tncY W.. not hnlsh
IN tn mcnev, IL is not a case o. .u,.t hu..-
ing secona place on III road. althJASl
IS not imDt ssihlc. but Ca sly az With sra
inS ance OF the leaders, aAd then uuda
tn cheerful entoNragem mt o, home orowus,
SAIL g IN ans NOR than naain4 up tbs
eiun.d lest on fore gu damon S.
OF the o hef two COntenders 10 the Sec
Cnu onev. pi,tsDurg Sc MS 10 nave the al-
vantage over Chicago, The Plates are play
ina great CANA and ar holding their own
with the best clubs ~ the League Asa n,
tAtv have a very far lead over Lotus
aErrt cation, ana as thcy will . nv q goodly
numb Of the remaining games IN the Smoky
CITY IT Is net unreasonable 70 snppos that
they will maintain that lead II they do not
increase IT,
Tn, fight for the third pasti looks now
to be between Oh cago aad Bos, and los l.
" s. Louis Cincinnati also rs a chance,
but bare one that Is not worth consdera-
item.
what chance ST. Louis has will be decided
thin the next two or tire, weeks II the
team can win a Majority Of the Eamos' played
on III, local grounds during the 2a tern
clubs invasion Of the West they VIII b. in
nosit on to command resrect from the
Other contenders for third money bat should
they lose he odd number ct games their
chances for finishing IN the Hr5t divis'ol
will not be worth 30 cents IN countt rfeit Ca
madam money
Geogge Davis alleged reiuvenated New
York Giants seem 10 have a mortgare on
tn last place and unless something entr "
unforeseen should happen, thy will aiorn th,.
foot of the percentage column at the close
OF the season
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1900-08-14
,,.orueL Local Mention

Hearne, Texas. August 13.--Mr. John
Astin of Mumiord came in this morning
FIR m Bryan and left on the evening train
tcr his home.
Mr.. Joe Cavltte of Wheelock came IN
this morning on business.
Nr Marion Jackson who has been Wis
itinq in the city for the past three
months left today for his home in Mont
gomery Ala.
Dr.. Garrett Of calvert was a visitor
to the city yesterday. His son Ed ac-
companied him.
MI. ed Saunders of Bryan came down
yesterday from Calvert and spent the
day in the city.
S. Y. smith was a visitor to Bryan yes
terday.
Quite a number of planters are In the
city today and report That hard rain
fell IN the bottom yesterday.
Mr.. NJ. Frank White, who died In the
ST. Joseph inhrmary At Houston satur-
dsy morning. was known In this city For
the nost three months, up % the time that
he was taken sick, he was employed by
Mr. Hugh Burns as civil engineer. He
often smoke to The Post correspondent OF
his brother who he said lived near Eul
Claire. wisconsin. He was given a az
cen. burial BY Mr. Burns
william Hanna came down from Cal
vert Yesterday and left over the Hearne
ana BRACES Valley railroad for his home
In Mumtord.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1900-08-14
WANT A THIRD TICKET.
A Movement Is on Foot to Organize a New
Party.
MEETING 10 BE HELD At INDIANAPOLIS
some of the Delegates VIII Favor
1ndorsing Bryan and stevenson
Instead of Putting Ont Ticket.

II dlanapolis Ind, August 1S.--Delc-
gates to the National or third party
convention are beginning to arrive. This
party originated at the meeting OF the
gold democratic convention here. AT the
same time there was a committee OF
eleven here to confer with the gold DEM
ocrctic committee and urge It TO rccom-
mend The nomination OF a third ticket.
Failing in this, they issued a call for
convention to be held In this city
August Is aud Is. Previous to this the
anti-imperallsts had Issued call for u
convention to be held in this city Au-
gust IL aud ls. The members OF the
National party hope to form an alliance
with the anti-imperialhsis and they hupo
ticket they nominate Today a confer
ence was he'd at headquarters and the
following statement issued
a mass convention is hereby called 10
meet AZ Indianapolis at . p. m. August
IA, to nominate or cooperate IN the NOM
nation OF candidates for president and
vice president upon a platform substan-
tally as follows;
AuN uNAhoNifillt party % NNHNNN'AhN
direct attack upon the institutions OF
our country. 1t advocates dshoneSt
money and threatens the Integrity OF the
judiciary
The republican party ls conducting an
indirect attack upon the institutions OF
our country Al Home Il corrupts tho
public morals by selling public offices and
special privileges TO the highest contriou-
tors 10 party assets abroad 1t wages a
wicked war OF conquest in violation OF the
principles OF the Declaration OF Independ-
once. No man serves we'll his country
who joins in either OF these attacks. Party
u neither. therefore, but opponents OF
both, we pledge our honest efforts to the
following ends.
!. Independence and protection OF tho
Inhabitants of Cuba, the Philippine
Is ands, Porto Rico and Hawaii
2. A single gold standard and souna
banking system.
8. The abolition OF all special privileges.
4. A public service based on merit only.
IN pursuance to this call the mass CON
vention will assemble in the hail on the
seventh floor Of tho Commercial club build
ting > o'clock tomorrow (Tuesday) at
tern on,
This call Is addressed 10 all OF those op-
posed 10 the candidates md the platforms
OF the republican and democratic partios.
Delegates to the anti imperi1list conyeu-
tion and all citizens are cordially invited.
Isaac II Klein, Secretary.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1900-08-14
AT SARATOGA.
FIaRman Was Discharged and Sew
ernl JOclseNs EincI

Saratoga ~ Y. August ia heavy ra n
fan converted the track into dlagmire
ankle deep today and the fields were greatly
reduced bv withdrawals. In the first race
s,urter Caldwell droDp d his dag. The nan
holding the advance nag failed to see he
huhtng gu uown and all the lock vs. except
Sam D0lgett On mis- own horse T.rio.is.
ana Burns on Lieber Kari. thc 10 iaEOr.tA.
uuued I'D The pair raced tog ather TO tao
finish. the former winning, The heIG s.rag-
Eied n IN InaIaa biz. The race was d,tud
10 be run over again BY the stewards. under
the rule providing that the ADVANCE nag
must iall All bets stood. IN the n W bettiIg
Lieber Kari went back TO to I. white Ills
ROYAL Hlgnuess was made an even money
fav, rite Four OF the Jockeys. Shaw on HIS
Royal Hghpess. .acCue on Lady Coniary.
N,nmsy,r on Lady Has Been aud Loder On
Miss Mitchell then covered the i've furlongs
without tho starter or anv OF hts asg = an S
cropping their nsgs. HIS ROYAL Highnes5
won this heat but the horses we're sent to
thu post again without any delay, When the
nag hnallv fell EDgram and Terrorist raced
In front until the final few strides. when
Liebtr Kari drew up ana won by head from
EpiEram. The race caused lot OF life l.
ing among the patrons OF the track Tle
nan welding the advance dag was d. charged
and the four boys McCue, shaw. sNeum yer
aud Lader. who participated in the secon
Five fun longs-Lieber Kari Epigram Ter
rorist, Time O6 80.
ono aud three sixteenths mile Bannock-
hurn Favonus. King nramble. Tine FOG.
Five furlongs the AcGrathiana axes 20
Lady Of the Valley. Princess PEPPER. lnshot.
Mic, selllng-Trlio Exit Harry Mccoun.
T mt l.46lk
Five furIongs- piederich. Musketeer. Car
nelian, Time 1864
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1900-08-14
ncmnntend conrt Notes.

Hampstead, Texas, August 10 District
court convened this morning with judge
Wells Th,mson present The grand jury
was empanelled with T. S. Sterling pres
ent, ana the judge made an exceedingly
brief address to them as to their duties.
The civil docket was taken up and the
following cases disposed of:
Jennie c. Hennessy VS.. Missouri, Kan
sas and Texas Railway, suit for $50 600
damages; compromise for 5000 and costs.
Jane Clay VS.. Houston and Texas Cen
trail Railway, suit for $4,000 damages
compromised for $500 and costs.
Laura Norris VS.. Houston ind Texas
Central Railway, suit for s25, 900 damages
compromised for $500 and costs.
Maria Inge VS.. Houston and Texas Cen
trail Railway, suit fer $4,000; compromised
for $3.50 and costs
Wilson Gillian VS.. Houston and Texas
Central Railway, suit for $4,000; COM
promised for $3.50 and costs.
The last four suits resulted from an
accden; TO a Houston and Texas Cen
trail repairing crew during the heavy july
a oode last year Four negroes Will Nor
ris, VIII Clay ana VIII Puge were drown
ed. and Wilson Gillian cut on barb wire.