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Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1900-01-18
CONSTRUCTION OF
NICARAGUA CANAL
u. S. Can Proceed Regardless Of
Clayton BuIwer Treaty.
GREAT BRITAIN Is WILLING
Likely that the English Have Been
Promised Concessions on the
Alaska boundary Line.

New York, Jan. ls.-A special to the
Herald from Washington says:
II was said tonight by a member Of
the foreign relations committee that
an understanding exists between the
United States and Great Britain under
which this government can proceed
with the construction OF the Nlcaragu-
an canal without reference to the pro-
visions Of the Clayton Bulwer treaty.
There Is no doubt that since the ne
gotiations for the abrogatlon OF the
Clayton-Bulwer treaty failed. and since
the agitation OF the construction of the
canal has been taken up by Congress,
that discussion had occurred between
the two governments, and 1t is under
stood that Great Britain has given this
country assurances that it need not
let the convention OF 1850 stand in the
way Of action.
1t has been known for years that
Great Britain was willing to abrogate
the convention on condition that she
receive concessions in the Alaska
boundary controversy, and 1t is posi-
bic, II she has made the statement
credited TO her she has coupled II with
the understanding that her rights else
where will receive consideration in re-
turn for her concession.
Representative Sulzer has prepared
an amendment to the Nicaragua canal
Bill, requiring that AmeNoan labor be
employed in connection with the con-
structiOn OF the canal.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1900-01-18
repaired emplacement on the western

prepared emplacement on the western
shoulder
"A pause ensued for a time, but the
Beers were not yet finally beaten. TAX
ing advantage of the storm now rag
ing, they essayed to capture the post
ton by another rush. Three OF their
leaders reached the parapet, but were
shot down by Lieut.. Digby Jones and
Lieut. Walnut, the latter Of whom also
fell. The renewed check effectualy
discouraged the assailants, and the
deadly duel was now practically al an
end. Nevertheless small parties OF the
Drawer spirits kept up a murderous nre
on our men from behind the rocks.
"The moment had evidently arrived
10 strike the final blow and Col. PARK
quickly issued the necessary order.
Three companies OF Deyonshires, led by
Cant Lafone. Lieut.. Field and Lieut..
Masterson. made a brilliant charge
across the open under a terrific hre,
and fairly hurled the enemy down the
hill at the point Of the bayonet. In the
course Of the struggle Capt. Lafone and
LieV(. Field were killed and Lieut..
Masterson received no fewer than ten
wounds.
This was a fitting close to a struggle
that had lasted sixteen hours, during
which every rife and gun had been
brought to bear. Our position was now
secure. The attacks on the north and
east had also been repulsed, and the
grand assault had failed all along the
line.
"The Beers lost heavily. They admit
the engagement was the most severe
blow their arms had sustained since
the opening Of the campaign. They
were confident OF their ability TO cap
ture the town and had called upon re-
Inducements from Colenso to assist at
the expected victory. our losses also
were considerable.
early in the morning the Earl Of
Ava was MORALLY wounded while ac-
companying Col. Ian Hamilton to the
scene OF action.
"The garrison can now await the
coming Of relief with renewed conf
dence."
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1900-01-18
Gen. Wheeler as Congres.map.

New York, Jan. ia special to the
Times from Washington says:
II Gen. Joseph Wheeler expects 10 re-
turn 10 Washington to take a seat In
Congress without further Formally, IL
looks as II he would meet with disap-
polntment. Inquiry has been made
since the announcement that he had
been relieved from further duty In the
Philippines, and II Is found that there
is very general agreement on both sides
OF the House that IL has been clearly
shown by the examination Of the case
OF Low, and other precedents, that he
has forfeited his right to seat in Con-
gress, and that the only thing open to
him Is to so back to his district and
seek reelection II he desires 10 contln-
ue In service In Congress.
No doubt Is entertained, that, II he
seeks reelection at special election to
I'll the vacancy, he viii be returned 10
Congress, perhaps without opposition.
but II will be held by the House, accord
ing 10 the best authorities In both par
ties, that the seat is now vacant and Will
remain so until q special election has
been held.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1900-01-18
Yale Club Dinner,

Cincinnati. Jan. lS.-The Cincinnati
Yale club gave a dinner last night to
President Hadley OF Yale at the Queen
City club. About a hundred guests
participated Responses to toasts were
made by President Hadley. Hon. w. IL.
tart or the United States court of APP
peais, President Howard Ayers OF the
Cincinnati University, Joseph Willy and
w. A. Decamp. President Hadley
presented the purpose Of his mission,
which is to secure from the alumni
100000 to erect new buildings at
Yale. Judge Taft spoke on the new
administration at Yale into which he
entered with all the more zeal because
he himself was the first and most
ardent supporter of President Hadley
for president.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1900-01-18
Why MheeIer COMES Home.

New York, Jan lS.-A special from
Washington to the Herald says:
No doubt exists In the minds OF
friends Of Brigadier General Joseph
Wheeler that his return from the Phil
ippines in compliance with his own re-
quest is due TO the failure OF Gen. Ous
to give him active service in the field.
Ip yertaln quarters an effort is made
tc attribute Gen, Wheeler's return 70
inability to stand the climate, and to
his age. In refutation Of the former his
friends point 10 a statement he made
after visiting the American lines, 1.-THE
impression that the new country is UNI
healthy is wrong" Regarding his age,
It is pointed out that he Is only about
year older than Gen. Otis.
The orders to Gen. Wheeler to return
were cabled about a week ago.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1900-01-18
GENERALS WHO ARE DIRECTING THE IN SOUTHERN LJzoN

hehrupes oba been d n
md General
b hh Z
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1900-01-18

tainly received its death blow when the
opposition Of the older senators devel-
oped soon after the meeting OF Con-
gress
The Democrats hope to have the con-
ference conclude TO retain the services
OF the present sergeant-at- arms Rlcn-
ard Bright. but the Republicans, II Is
believed. will favor Dan" Ransdall Of
indianapolis, The latteri is one-armed
veteran Of the Civil War was marshal
of the District OF Columbia under the
Harrison administration, took a prom
inent part in the management OF Presl-
dent Harrison's campaign for re-nom-
nation at Minneapolis, and combines
with tlreless energy and great suavily
the happy faculty Of making friends
wherever he goes. Among Republican
senators he seems a general faVorite.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1900-01-18
New Senate omcers.

New York. Jan. ia special 10 the
Tribune from Washington says:
II Is now believed certain that at the
Republican Senate caucus to be held on
Friday, Representative ]. S. Sherman.
OF New York, Will be declared to be the
candidate Of the party for secretary Of
the Senate-which, OF course Is equiya-
lent 10 an election-and that his formal
acceptance OF the honor VIII be an
nuunced.
Al one time II seemed as II James s.
Garrison, formerly Of Iowa, but more
recently claiming a legal residence In
New York, might become the choice OF
the caucus. But II bis candidacy was
really formidable at any stage, It GER
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1900-01-18

San Francisco, Jan. S.-A small boat
containing two Italian fishermen was
run down last night on the bay by the
ferryboat San Rafael. Gerolamo Ollvl-
eri was drowned. and his companion,
Andrew Castagnola, saved himself by
clutching the steamers paddle wheel as
she slowed down. He held on until as
slstance came from the ferryboat en-
ployes.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1900-01-18
Bar Tender Murdered by Robbers.

Leadville, Colo, Jan. ls.-Shortly
after o'clock this morning two masked
men held UP Golobs saloon on Harri-
son avenue Jerry Ryan, the ba tender
refused 10 throw up bis hands, and was
shot twice by one Of the robbers, dying
instantly The robbers fled.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1900-01-18
Plague Under Control at Honolulu.

Chicago. Jan. 1S-F. w. Macfarlane,
q banker Of Honolulu, arrived last night
on a visit to this city. Mr. Macfarlane,
in speaking Of the bubonic plague In
Honolulu, said he had no fear Of its
spread. The disease has been confined
almost entirely to the Chinese quarter
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1900-01-18
Freight for Cape Nome.

San Francisco. Jan. 1s.-The first
freight Of the year for Nome left this
afternoon on the steamer Bertha. The
freight will be landed at Unalaska,
and when the Ice begins TO break II will
be transferred TO the steamer Sadie and
taken into Nome.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1900-01-18
Moutaru white in New York.

New York, Jan. IS.-Montagu White,
until recently consul general Of the
South African Republic, has been In
New York for a week, and is about TO
go to Washington. IT is supposed he Is
on diplomatic mission. He refuses to
be interviewed.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1900-12-14
BUSINESS NOTICES.

Watches at Ernst's. the jeweler.
- We write deeds-ThQs. P. Leonard.
Clocks and siIverware at Ernst's, the
ieweler.
LennOx, Canon City and hard coal at
the Scott yard. H. F. Wheatley.
Mems and wOmen's underwear-the
best line in the west-at Millisack's.
zone profit-frOm maker to weareT,"
is the Wizards motto of buying and
selling goods.
For winter gloves, mittens, caps and
duck clothing, see the Wizards big as
sOrtment at low prices.
Swarts' home cured hams and bacon
now on sale at the "Star Market, /"
nothing finer. Try them.
We are here to stay. All goods just
as represented Ernst's, the jeweler and
Rock Island watch inspector.
Disease aud danger Turk in the vital
organs The blood becomes vitiated
and the general health Is undermined
whenever the stomach and liver fail to
perform their functions as nature in
tended. Herbine will tone up the
stomach, regulate the liver, where 9TH
er preparations only relieve Price SOC.
w. Ennis.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1900-12-14
CATTLE PERISH IN PLANES.
Fifteen Head Of Calves and One Cow Meet
Death In the Burning Of a Barn on
the Cousins Ranch

About two O'Clock Saturday after
noon fire destroyed the barn on c.
Cousins ranch and fifteen head of
young calves and one COW, which we're
in the barn, we're burned to death.
Besides the, cattle some furniture,
which was stored in the barn, a wagon,
and many other things we're consumed
by the fire.
The origin Of the fire is a mystery.
Mr. Cousins and wife we're in Goodland
when the fire occurred. The children
we're the only ones at home, and it is
thought that they set the fire in play
ing with matches in a pile of straw ad-
jacent to the barn.
The ranch is located only about a
mile southwest Of GOodland, on what
was formerly known as the Whisenand
place.
Mr.. Cousins is a new arrival in the
county, coming here from Iowa only a
short time ago, and he has made many
improvements on the place. The barn
was Of frame and bad just been com
pleted.
The loss is estimated at $1,000 with
no insurance.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1900-12-14
HIusicaI Fe.tirnl.

Lovers Of good music viii have an
opportunity that is not often shared
by GOOdland in the concert to be given
at the opera house next Tuesday night
under the auspices of st. Paurs Guild
Of the Episcopal church.
Beside local talent the program viii
contain a number of out Of town peO-
pie who are accomplished in music.
Chief among those are Miss Olive Yer
ian, Of Colorado Springs, who has a
sweet soprano voice; Miss VininR, Of
Norton, another singer who has been a
favOrite in musical circles in her home
town; Mrs. B. B. WestcOtt, pianist, late
Of the Boston Conservatory Of Music,
and Mrs. Theodore Close, of Phillips
burg, viOlinist. Many others talented
Ia music viii also take part in the con
cert, and it is an assured fact that it
will be a success.
The proceeds are for the benefit of
the Episcopal church and will be used
in improving the church property.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1900-12-14
After a Pardon.

Mrs. Whittecar, of Wallace county,
is circulating a petition for signatures
the object Of which is to secure a par
don for her husband, Charles White
car, who was sent to the penitentary
from Wallace county for cattle steal
ing. He was sentenced to five years
aud has served one year. Whittecar
is we'll known IN GoodIand and several
the trial.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1900-12-14
u Thousand Donars.

We must reduce our stock to the
amount Of $4,000 in the next go days.
The last u months has been far the
largest business IN our history, but as
is usually the case, during the rush Of
a large business, We buy too many
goods.
Our oYerstOck covers many depart
ments, but mostly in clothing, odd
pants, ladies' and misses jackets and
many lines Of shoes We wiz sell this
surplus at liberal discounts. Come in
while the assortment is good
Q. N MuEIsACK.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1900-12-14

The GOodIand Dramatic club will
render the drama, "Millie, the Quad
room" at the opera house next Thurs
day night. The cast IS made up of a
number of talented people and the
piece has been in course of rehearsal
for some time.
The proceeds Of the show go to buy
new scenery for the opera house and
should receive generous patronage.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1900-12-14

/ g. L Calvert vas at Norton this
week.
/ DR.. F. d. Smith was in Kansas City
this week.
W-M- Dunn, Of Sharon Springs, was
IN town this week.
Rev. Woodward viii spend Christ
mas with friends in Ellis.
Frank Mann, of Burlington, Col,
vas IN town Saturday evening.
E F. Murphy returned Tuesday
| from a trip TO Saliua and other points.
A. A. Adams went to Kansas City
/ Sunday where be intends to make his
home.
/ Mrs. J. Ed Stevens has returned
from visit Of several months in
/ Oregon.
Barney Altman, Of Smoky township,
/ went TO Nebraska this week on a bust
ness trip.
G. F. Weber intends to leave soon
I for Guthrie, Ok, where he will engage
in business.
John Riggs and family have gone to
I Nashville, Neb, for a visit. They will
/ be absent several weeks
J. ". PenfOld, Of Burlington, Col,
was in GOOdland Friday. He is one Of
the business men of that place.
PostOfice Inspector ". B. Pratt, of
St Louis, was inspecting all the post
Offices in Sherman county this week.
Charley Rule was over from Kan
OTadO Monday He has just returned
from q trip to Oklahoma and Nebraska.
JEFF Garden, Of VOltaire township,
returned last week from a months
visit at his old home in NOdaway
county, No.
Hoyt Andrews was down to Topeka
this week on legal business. He also
inspected his farm which is located in
Shawnee county
DR.. Farrow is back from Pueblo
where he went to take baths at the
springs at that place. He is greatly
improved in health.
Father Leydeoker of Norton, held
services at the Catholic church Sun
day. He spent Monday In town calling
on his Pensioners.
Mrs. B. B. Westcott viii open a piano
class aud sOliCits patronage. Pupils
benefited by quarterly reCitals. For
terms, etc, apply Depot hotel.
Arehdeacon Albert Watkins held
services at the Episcopal mission house
Sunday morning and evening. This
was his first visit here since September.
Mrs. D. r. Lindsey, wife of Brake
man Lindsey, has returned from Cali
fOrnia and is now stopping at Colo
RADIO Springs, but Will join her hus-
band in GOOdland Soon
Mrs. Peter Baker left Wednesday
night to Join her husband at Minneap-
ellis, Kan, where Mr.. Baker has bought
a blacksmith shop and where they will
in the future make their home.
Rev. J. E Kirkpatrick has been con-
Quoting religious services at the Con
gregatiOnal church each evening this
week. There seems to be an increasing
interest and his pastoral visitation has
resulted in getting out quite good
Congregation.
Mrs. G. III. O'Brien has been danger
Ously i'll for nearly two weeks aud Sun
day Mr.. O'Brien was taken i'll and for
time be was in a preCariOus condition.
They we're both some better yesterday.
Their daughter, Mrs. Gill, has had a
trying time taking care of her afflicted
parents.
Rev. L o. Housed, presiding elder Of
the Norton district of the Methodist
church, preached at the church in
GOodIand Sunday evening and held
communion services. He also preached
Monday evening and held quarterly
conference. Rev. Housed Is an inter
esting preacher
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1900-12-14

Aaetiou Of my entire stock viii be
hsld twice q day commencing Deem
Ger 19, sud VIII continue until it is
closed ont. If you want silFerware,
5aHslry or watches do not miss this
o1pcrtunityzW. =. Conner.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1900-12-14
Passing of The PRAIRIE Dog

Passengers on the %" system who
hsve-ridden the better part of the day
thaough western Nebraska and east
ern Colorado will remember the prai-
RE dog. He is numerous in that sec
ton of country. He lives in villages,
and the villages are as close together
as the villages Of certain parts Of Eu-
rope.
But the prairie dog has had his day.
The agricultural department says he
must 60. Mr.. Wilson has decided
that the dogs kill the grass and ruin
good grazing land. Tampa jim" has
little Of the love Of picturesqueness in
his makeup. He is eminently prae-
teal, and his philanthropy is of the
type which seeks to make two blades
Of grass grow instead Of one. There
fore he proposes to relegate the prai-
RE dog to the picture books and to the
stuffed specimens Of the museum along
with the buffalo.
Mr.. Wilson s chemists have discover
ed 8 mixture which will make whole
villages fight for the first bite, but
which at the last biteth like a serpent
and stiDgeth like an adder. Under its
influence the hole that once knew the
prairie dog viii know him no more
forever. The risky, nervous, barking
little besst will join the innumerabIe
caravan Of prairie dogs that have gone
before.
There viii be more grass when the
prairie dog. is gone, and therefore
mere cattle. There viii be less break
ing Of the legs OF the cowboys ponies,
and the rattIesnake viii live alone in
the hole until the summons comes to
him also. The little>Owl viii hutter its
sorr0wful fight over the deserted vii
LACE and wait for one who viii never
return. But as nature abbOrs 3 vscu-
uan. 50 does civilization sbhOr 'sTar-
minE1-saTe in the human form divine.
Chicago Inter Ocean.
Aaotiou Of my entire stock viii be
held twice q day commencing Deem
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1900-12-14

The Epworth league viii meet at the
Methodist church next Sunday even
ing at 6:45. A short time viii be given
in passing the question box and an
swering the same as to what the real
object Of the league is.
H A. BOWMAN, President.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1900-12-14
a New years Ban.

The chief ball Of the dancing season
viii be given on the night Of New
Years day by the Goodland orchestra,
which has just been formed. The music
will be Of the best and feast in itself.
Light refreshments will be served the
dancers in the hall throughout the
evenings festivities.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1900-12-14
- Entertainment Ii - Conntrr-

An Entertainments in the Country.
An entertainment viii be given by
the pupils Of the school in district No
Is, at the Cure school house on Mon
day evening, December q. A good
program is being prepared, good music
will be furnished, and q good time is
anticipated.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1900-12-14

All persons indebted to me are re-
quested to call and settle either b
cash or note on or before January I,
1901 Accounts not settled by that
time will be placed for collection.
DR.. F. II. Smith.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1900-12-14

I7IN
". L A johnson, state labor com
missioner, gave a talk before the Order
of Railway Conductors in Masonic hall
Sunday afternoon. The meeting was
well attended, other railroad men be-
side the conductors being present.
Mr.. johnson remained in Goodland
over Monday.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1900-01-05

The maharajah of Gwalor, in India,
has volunteered for service in South
Africa and has also offered to send
troops to that country.
The Brazilian warship Tiradentes
has sailed for Amapa, in the territory
of Guyana, in dispute between France
and Brazil, where serious trouble is
expected.
Latest news from South Africa shows
no important change in conditions. The
British forces seem disposed to avoid a
conflict. and remain on the defensive
until the arrival of reenforcements.
Latest advices from Pretoria tell of
terrific explosions heard at Lady
smith, and it is believed some of Gen.
Whites guns have been destroyed
Seizure of American foodstuffs on the
way to South Africa have caused much
discussion at the capitals of all the
leading countries.
A cable message from Gen. Otis tells
of the capture of mountain strong
hold beyond Mont Alban, northeast
of San Mateo, formerly supposed to be
impregnable, and the capture of many
prisoners and o large quantity of arms
and ammunition.