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The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
DENIES bribery CHARGES.
Clark Admits Paying Out s115,00O In
order to Defeat DAILY.

Washington, Feb. Ex-senator Clark of
Montana was on the witness stand before
the Senate Committee on Elections for
about four hours to-day and when the
committee adjourned for the day only his
examination in chief had been completed,
leaving his cross-examinatlon for next
Monday.
His testimony related solely to the
charges made against him In connection
with his election by the Legislature of
Montana to the United States Senate dur
ing its sitting last winter. He denied ex-
pllcitly and categorlcally all the charges
of the use of<money by himself or with
his connivance or consent to corrupt
members of the Legislature In his behalf,
contradicting many of the statements
made by witnesses for the prosecution.
He admitted having paid an aggregate
of about $115Os0 during the campaign, but
said the expenditure was for legitimate
purposes only. The large outlay was due
to the fact, he said, that he had contract
ed to pay all the expenses of a campaign
against Mr.. Daly's rule in the state and
he had gone into the compact to that end
because he considered Mr. Dalys rule ty-
rannical and opposed TO the best inter
ests OF the state.
Chief Justice Brantley was also on the
stand "a part of the day.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
TO TRAIN CUBAN TEACHERS.
Arrangements Made to Send 1000 of
Them to Harvard.

Havana. Feb ia cable dispatch from
Charles William Eliot, president of Har-
ward University TO Alexis e. Frye, su-
perntendent of schools, will probably have
the effect of doing more for Cuba's fu-
ture than anything yet accomplished.
Some weeks ago Mr.. Frye proposed a
plan to Gen. Wood which has been dis
cussed at the Havana Harvard Club.
namely, endeavoring to obtain permission
for 1000 Cuban teachers to attend Har-
ward summer school for teachers.
This morning Mr.. Frye received Presi-
dent Eliot's reply offering to provide, free
of charge, 1000 Cubans during six weeks
of the summer Mr.. Frye and Mr.. Ernest
Lee Conant notified Gen. Wood, who was
greatly pleased, as he believes that the
advantages to be gained for all concerned
will be enormous, and have great effect
on the Cuban children now attending the
schools. The teachers will be surrounded
for time by academic teachers, which
cannot but have an influence on the meth
DDS of teaching in the island.
1t is believed that arrangements can
be made to send the teachers to the United
States on board transports.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
CHARGES AGAINST HOLLAND.
ALLEGED FLORIDA DEFECTIVE IS
UNDER ARREST.

He Is Charged With Uttering a Libel
Against Senator TaIiaferrO-HeId
in Default of $1,000 BOnd-His Ar
rest Grew Out of the Article in the
New York Journnl-NO stock Is
Taken in the Charges Made
Against Mai. Ruthers.
Washing ton, Feb. T-Jay G. Holland, a
native OF Florida. was arraigned in the
Police Court to-day and held in the sum
of $1,000 bond by Judge Kimball for a
hearing on Wednesday next.
This action followed Hollands arrest
yesterday on a charge made by ]. C. Had
dock of Florida.
The warrant charges that Ho,alnd, on
Feb. 1S, 1900, with intent to vilify and de-
fame one James +. Taiiaferro. did publish
in a certain newspaper a certain false and
malicious and defamatory libel, of and
concerning James p. Taliaferro. The
statement referred to was published in the
New York Journal.
The publication stated that certain
charges had been made, one by Jay q.
Holland, who filed them at The office of
Mai G. w. Ruthers, United States army,
who was then stationed at San Francisco,
and James G. Talaferro United States
senator These charges stated that Maj.
Ruthers, in September, 1898, at Jackson
vile sold unlawfully 215,OOO pounds of gov
ernment bacon, valued at $685. 900, to the C.
3. Rogers Company. and that Ruthers
and Taliaferro We're to divide the profits
The statement in the Journal also said
that the Department of California would
investigate the charges.
The warrant also includes a statement
made by Holland that upon hearing from
government detective of an alleged
transaction in a large quantity of govern
ment bacon, he made Investigations In
the capacity of a detective. The result
of this investigation led to the alleged
charge against Taliaferro being placed In
the Office of the Secretary of War and the
subsequent publication In the New York
Journal
jay G. Holland, against whom the war
rant issued by Senator Taiaferro has been
served, is a native of Florida and came
TO this city from Jacksonville, Fla, last
August. He has lived at the National
Hotel since his arrival. Holland spent
last night in No. police station, and as
before stated, was arraigned before Judge
Kimball this morning. He is confident OF
securing bond.
Senator Taiiaferro emphatically stated
shortly after the publication of Hollands
charges, that the article was false.
A II. Worthington is the complainant {
attorney and will assist the government
in the prosecution of Holland. Holland
has engaged J. d. Baker to conduct his
case.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
BULLER is FIGHTING AGAIN.
1T is REPORTED HE HAS REOCCU-
PIED VAAL kRANTZ.

Little Doubt That Fighting Has
Been Renewed AIOug the TugeIa.
wounded ORicers From Buffers
Forces Arriving Daily at Durham.
Lively Enga agement at Dordrecht.
DR.. Leyds Refuses to TaIix-He win
Call on the Pope.
London, Feb. IS, $50 a. m.-The war Of
night that it had no news, but at about
the same time came dispatches from Dur
ban, dated late Saturday evening giving
reports of the renewed lighting on the
Tugola, where the censor stopped all tele-
grams.
Arrivals at Durham from the Tugela say
that important operations are progressing
and that fighting has occurred daily since
the commencement of the week.
In these engagements the British cas-
ualties have been comparatively light
According to these unconfirmed reports,
Gen. Butler had reoccupied Vaal Krantz
and the Beers had retreated in the direc-
ton of the Free State.
In the meantime wounded officers and
men dtC di14NAhS OdllS dt 1hl Jan anu dl
placed aboard the four hospital ships
there.
Dispatches from zululand received at
Durham say the country is quieting down,
thanks to the appearance of a flying col
umu The Beers seem nervous and un-
certain, and have stayed their advance.
Fight at Dordrecht.
Y special dispatch from Birds river re-
ports a drawn fight between Brabant's S
Horse and the Beers at Dordrecht on Feb.
1G The engagement lasted eight hours,
until darkness set in. The British loss
was eight killed and four wounded. The
Boer casualties are unknown. The latter
had burned the grass around the position,
so that the British in the khaki uniforms
showed up distinctly against the black
background.
Leyds Going to See the Pope.
A special dispatch from Brussels says
that Dr. Leyds refused to talk to report
ers regarding the affairs in South Africa,
Is still absolute and that he does not fear
an invasion of the Free State, the burgh-
ers in that republic being armed and pre-
pared to resist the British.
DR.. Leyds has telegraphed to the Pope
asking an audience of his holiness, which
viii be accorded. It is certain, however
that he will not be received by King
Humbert
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
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BRYAN AT BROOK SVILLE.
barbecue Served After Which He Adj
dressed the People.

ureSscu tnt EtOVits
Brooksville, Fla, Feb. H-On his arrival
here to-day Mr.. Bryan was met by large
crowd which gave him a rousing welcome
He was at once driven to the residence of
his cousin, Judge Jennings, where an in
formal reception was held.
At noon barbecue was served in the
Court House Square. after which Mr.
Bryan was escorted TO a stand erected for
the occasion. from which he addressed
the people at length on the questions Of
the day. He affirmed his undying faith
in free silver, advocated the adoption of
the income tax, denounced the trusts and
imperialism and declared for the freedom
of the Philippines. He was especial y
emphatic in his statements as TO the silver
question, and closed by saying that the old
issue of 16 to ! was the "only relief in
store for the common people, His speech
aroused much enthusiasm, and was APP
plauded throughout.
Mr. Bryan will remain here until Tues
day and will probably indulge in turkey
hunt before leaving this section.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
Leyds Going to See the Pope.
CRONJE IN FULL RETREAT.
He Is Moving Toward Bloemfontein
Followed by british.

Jacobsdal, Feb 16, via Modder River
Gen. Cronje, with 10000 men, is in full re-
treat towards Bloemfontein. Gen. Kelly
Kenny is fighting a rear guard action and
harassing the retreat.
The Beers are reported to be leaving
Spytfontein, going in a northwesterly d.
rection.
The Beers captured large convoy as a
result of yesterdays Thursdays fight
ing at Riet river. The British casualties
We're comparatively slight in view of the
tremendous bombardment. Less than thir-
ty men were wounded and but one killed.
Gen. French's division was enthusias-
tically welcomed at Kimberley. The off,
GERS dined al the club last evening. The
news of the entry into Kimberley has
greatly cheered the troops, who are work.
ing splendidly.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
CONFERENCE ON CURRENCY.
House and senate Committees Called
in Secretary Gage.

Washington, Feb. 1.-THE Republican
having charge OF the finance bill, held a
protracted session to-day, beginning at IL
o'clock a. m. and lasting until shortly be-
fore p. m. During part ofFhls time Sec
retary Gage was present. having been in
vited to give his views upon certain fea-
tures of the measure.
AT the close of the days session It was
stated by members of the conference that
no conclusion had been reached on the
bill as whole or any single proposition.
the entire time being given to preliminary
discussion on the general principles in-
volved.
Secretary Gage was called In 10 give in
formation concerning administrative fea-
lures of the BILL the issue OF notes ana
other matters of a technical nature re-
lating to carrying out the provisions of
the bin when II should become law.
The conferees went over both the House
and Senate bills, and 1t Was found that
differences exist all along the line The
House conferees insisted that their meas
ure best met The requirements Of the sit
uation, and the senators were equally firm
In standing by their bill. Strenuous OBJ
lection is made by the House conferees
10 the metallic section of the Senate bill,
and they also oppose the refunding Sec
tions of the measure.
The conference did not reach a stage
where any proposition to adjust any of
the differences was favoraby considered.
lt Is not meant that there is a deadlock,
because the consideration has not reached
that stage. The conference will continue
on Monday.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
WILL VISIT SOUTH AFRICA.
Michael Dnvitt Going Down There to
Get at the Facts.

Michael Dnyftt Going Down There to
Get at the Facts.
London, Feb. 17.--Michael Davitt who
resigned his seat in the House Of Com
mons as a protest against Great Britain's
policy toward the Transvaal starts for
South Africa next week In an interview
with a representative of the Associated
Press to-day he said:
"My resolve to go to South Africa has
absolutely no political significance, but
my doctor ordered a change of climate,
and | am going where everybody's
thoughts are conferred, to see and learn
what every one wants 10 know about the
unequal struggle which has been galng
on since October. No matter how the
struggle ends, II Will raise the biggest in
ternational problems of this century IN
Europe, while the varying fortunes of tne
comba tants are certain to exercise
marked influence on the presidential elec i.
ton in America. Whether as q victor or
yanuuished, England Is about to face a
momentous crisis, the political outcome oil
which may radically affect the whole
fabric of her empire. / intend 90 visit
Cape Colony and the Transvaal and learn
the real facts regarding the racial light
between the British and Afrikan nders. She
final issue OF the war will have to be
fought in the Transyaai, and I hope to
reach there before the great old President
and the heroic little republic launches the
blow which Is to staeger humanity"
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
CANNOT JUSTIFY THE BoERs.
Hammond Thinks 1t Is Almost Grim
inaI to Attempt 1t.

Chicago, Feb. f.-John Hays Hammond,
the American engineer whose activity at
johannesburg while associated with the
Rhodes mining interests at the time of
the Jameson raid, which came near cost
ing him his life at the hands of the Beers,
was the guest of honor at a dinner given
by the University Club this evening. He
told his hosts about the condition of af-
fairs in the Transvaai prior to the war,
and said:
cit is little short of criminal for Ameri-
can statesmen, through their ignorance of
the real facts, to attempt to justify the
position of the Boer government in its
controversy with England"
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
BACON TO OPPOSE EDWARDS.
Unacceptable Both 10 the senator
and TO Mr.. Bartlett.

Macon Ca, Feb. lS.-Harry Stillwel Ed
Wfrcs, the well-known author, VINO was
recently appointed postmaster at Macon
has received a letter from Senator A. O..
Bacon, in which the Senator states that
ho will be compelled to oppose tne con-
nrma.ion of Mr. Edwards, because he is
uhacce ptable as postmaster TO both him-
self anG Congressman {. l.. Bartlett' 1nls
ls he h.rne office of both Of these gentle
men.
Mr.. EdN ards will write an open letter
to Senator Bacon tomorrow which prom
ises TO De salty.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
Judge Richard Buckner Dead.

Lexington, KY, Feb. 17-Judge Richard
Buckner. one OF tine most noted lawyers
OF the Kentucky bar. died tonight. aged
81 years. He was an intense Union man
during the Civil War. and did much to
keep Kentucky from seeding. lie was
commemorative attorney, circuit judge
and was defeated for Congress in 1863.
lie was one of the commissioners to frame
the Kentucky, code In 1878 and was sneak
er Of the Kentucky House OF Represen-
natives in 1861.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
Canadians Took Part in II.

Montreal Feb IA cable dispatch to
the Star, dated Jacobsdal, Feb. 10, says
the Royal Canadian Regiment was given
a show in the operations which have re-
suited in the occupation of Jacobsdal by
the British forces. The Canadians were
in the Ninth division and participated in
an attack on Watervaal. In the advance
from Wagedraal six Canadians fell out
and are either in the hospital or captured.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
GAYNoRs GET MORE TIME.
Hearing of Case for Removal Put
or Until Next Tuesday.

New York, Feb. 1.-THE hearing on the
apphcato ton for the removal Of Col. John
F. Gaynor, II. il. Gaynor, William r.
Gaynor and Benjamin d. Greene, the
members Of che Atlantic Contracting Com
pany who, with ex-United States Engi-
neer Capt o. NJ. Garter were indicted IN
Savannah, which was to have taken place
to-day before Judge Addison Brown in the
United States District Court, was adjourn-
ed until tuesday, next
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
KRUGER is NOT UNEASY.
That Is the Tenor of a Telegram Re-
ceived in New York.

New York, Feb. ia dispatch which
President Kruger is said to have sent to
The Hague since the successful movement
Of Gen. French for the relief of Kimberley
reached former official of Holland in
this city to-day.
The message, which was apparently sent
with a view of quoting the apprehensions
of the friends of the Beers reads:
"No uneasiness. Federal operations
west fully planned"
The recipient of this dispatch who con-
ceals his identity from the public, received
and published a dispatch announcing the
defeat of the British at Spion kop, twen-
ty-four hours before the news of that
event was made known through British
sources.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
CAPTURED BOER SUPPLIES.
helly-Kenny's Brigade Got Seventy
eight Boer wagons.

London. Feb. IA dispatch 10 the war
Office from Lord Roberts says that Gen.
kellyKenny's brigade Friday captured
seventy-eight wagons of stores and ammu-
milton belonging to Gen. Cronje.
Following is the text of Lord Roberts
dispatch:
'Jacobsdal Feb. II, $50 a. m.-Gen Kel-
IN-Kennys brigade captured yesterday
seventy-eight wagons laden with stores,
TWO wagons of Mauser rifles, eight boxes
OF shells, ten barrels of explosives and q
ldrse quantity Of stores, all belonging to
Cron1e's laager which was still being
sAelled by our artillery when Kitchener
dispatched his messenger"
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18

Kingston, Feb. 1.-THE squadron OF Brit
ish warshlps commanded by Vice Admiral
Sir Frederick G.. Bedford arrived here to-
day and was greeted with enthusiasm. A
number of fetes have been arranged IN
honor of the officers and crews and the
officers and crew of the United States aux
illary cruiser Scorpion have been invited
tc pariicipate
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
WILL AGREE ON ONE CASE.
Kentucky GOvernOrship Thus to Be
Decided i'm the Courts.

Frankfort, Ky. Feb. 1.-THE Demo-
cratic attorneys representing Gov. Beck
ham will hold conference tomorrow to
decide on proposition TO be submitted to
a conference between them and Gov. Tsy-
lor's attorneys Monday concerning an
agreed case involving all the issues arls-
ing from three injunction suits growing
out of the contests over the state offices.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
PLAGUE STATUS IN MANILA.
Out of Forty-twO Cases Thirty-twO
have Been Fatal.

Manila, Feb. T.--Out Of total Of fifty
one cases Of suspected bubonic plague re-
ported, forty-two proved genuine and
thirty-two deaths resulted, half Of them
being Cinnamon
There were twelve cases during the past
week, mostly in the walled city. and a
hundred inspectors, under the superin-
tendence of health oGicer, Maj. Edie,
are enforcing the sanitary regulations.
Thirty of the inspectors are Cinnamon
who have been furnished by the Chinese
merchants.
The health department. census shows
the population of Manila is about 100, 900,
including 81 COO Chinese.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
An Attack at vaaI Krnntz.

London, Feb. IA dispatch to the
Evening News from Lorenzo Marquee,
dated to-day, says that from Boer sources
it is reported that the British are attack
ing the Boer position at Vaal Krantz
and that the Beers are still holding the
position. This report is probably Identical
with the. bombardment of Blauwkrantz
announced yesterday.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
NEW BISHOP OF SAVANNAH.
Belief That Rev. Cornelius 4
Thomas VIII BE Appointed.

Washington, Feb. 1.-THE Post will say
tomorrow that recent advices from Rome
to prominent Catholics In Washington
lead to the announcement that there Is a
strong probability of the appointment Of
Rev. Cornelius It. Thomas formerly as
sistant rector of st. Patrick's Church here.
as bishop of Savannah, Ca, at an early
day.
Father Thomas is wen known in Wash
mgton and Baltimore. He was born in
the latter city forty three years ago and
was ordained IN 1881.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
Gave Thanks TO Roosevelt.

Frankfort, Ky. Feb 1.-THE Republi-
can House adopted resolution extending
thanks to that gallant soldier and patri-
otto statesman, Gov Roosevelt for words
of cheer to Gov Taylor"
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18

Democratic Members VIII Return to
the Capitol Monday.

Louisville. KY, Feb. IA joint resoiu-
tlon was adopted by the Democratic Legis-
lature here to-day adjourning the body TO
meet at Frankfort next Monday.
Gov. Beckham will remain here until the
gubernatorial case is decided by the Court
of Appeals.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
Meddlng of NOBILITY.

Iondon, Feb. 17.--Miss Mary Rltchic
daughter of RI. Hon. Charles Thomson
Ritchie, president OF the Board OF Trade
was married 20 Hon. Frank Russell. son
OF Lord Russell of Kiliowcn. this after
noon.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
Bocrs Attacked Mo1teno.

London, Feb II, 2:37 p. ma special
dispatch from Sterkstroem dated to-day
says the Beers, with artillery, commenced
an attack early this morning on Monteno
near that place, occupied by troops COM
nanded by Gen. Gatacre.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18

inor5 dulous and then astounded. The
Landrost remains in the town.
News has reached here that the Beers
are leaving Magersfontein and returning
IN oisorganized masses to their farms The
invasion of the Free State has undoubt-
edly struck hard blow, which may re-
suit in the detection of large numbers of
the Free Staters.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
BAD weather at Norfolk.

Norfolk, Va, Feb. 17.--It began raining
here this morning and rain was followed
by sleet. Tonight it is showing and rain
ing and the wind is blowing about thirty
five miles an hour. Disasters at sea are
expected tonight.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
COLD WEATHER IN TEXAS.
Strawberries and Cabbage Affected
DisastrOusIy.

Houston, Tex, Feb. ia cold wave is
doing considerable damage in the coast
country to truck farming and fruit
Strawberry farmers have suffered the
greatest, as the plants were blooming
Shipments will be three weeks late and
the crop cut in half.
The cabbage crop IS also affected dis
astrously, shipments having just begun.
Cattle are being cared for and there will
be no loss
One negro is reported frozen to death
in Burleson county.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18

New Haven, Conn, Feb. n.-After
week OF slow Improvement, E. j. Phelps
who has had a severe attack OF pneu-
monia, is now practically out of danger
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
Casualties at JacobsdaI.

London, Feb. 17.-Gen. Roberts reports
the British casualties during the fighting
at Jacobsdal as follows: One killed, four
teen wounded and three missing.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
French Made Major General.

London, Feb 1.-THE Queen has pro-
NOTED Cen French to be major general.
Lieut. Col. Kekewich has been promoted to
colonel for services in the defense of KIM
berley.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
SHOWING IN VIRGINIA.
Regular blizzard Reported From
One Section of the state,

Richmond, Va, Feb. H-Snow has fallen
quite steadily throughout the state to-day
1t now lies on the ground here to a depth
of about four inches.
Woodstock reports a depth of twenty
inches. AT Heathsville, Northumberland
county, a regular blizzard is said 10 be
prevailing
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
WOULD NOT INDI0r HARRELL.


Louisville, Feb. 1.-THE grand jury re-
fused to-day TO indct State Senator Hac-
rell on John II. Whallens charge of OBJ
tanning money by false pretenses. Harrell
charged Whallen with attempting to in
huence him to keep away from the
Democratic caucus and declared Whallen
had paid him 1850 for this purpose.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-02-18
SHOWING IN PENNSYLVANIA.
1t Varied From Two to Ten Inches
All Over the State.

All Over the State.
philadelphia, Feb. 17-The heaviest
snowstorm since the blizzard of last night,
and the first genuine fall of the season,
has been in progress in this state since
last night.
Throughout the state the fall of snow
varied from two to ten and half inches.
At late hour tonight the force of storm
had been spent, and the thermometer be-
gan to fall, indicating a cessation by early
morning.