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Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12
Tragedy at Cripple Greek.

Cripple Creek, Colo, July 7.-Mrs.
Eva Brooks was shot and instantly
killed at the home of her parents at
2O5 Silver street at o'clock this even
ing by Bruce Seward, who immediate
ly after fired two shots into his own
heart, killing himself.
The two had been intimate for some
time in Victor, but the woman left
Seward and moved to the home of her
parents, refusing longer to live with
him. This evening Seward called and
asked her to return to him, and upon
her refusal, backed by the protest of
her step-father, w. j. Kershner, Sow
ard drew revolver and fired two shots
at the step-father, who made his es-
cape unharmed and ran to a neighbor's
for gun. In his absence Seward turn
ed the gun upon Mrs. Brooks, fired one
shot, which passed through her head,
and Immediately after turned the gun
upon his own breast, fired, staggered
n few steps. fired again and fell dead.
Both parties formerly lived in La
than, Kansas, and the intimacy be-
tween them caused the separation be-
tween the woman and her husband, II.
A. Brooks, who still lives at that place.
Seward had been married and separat-
ed from his wife, who now lives in the
Chickasaw nation. 1t is his second
murder, he having killed a man named
Paben in Leon, Kansas, about seven
years ago, and for that crime served a
term of four years in the state prison
at Leavenworth, from which he was
pardoned out three years ago. He
came to Victor about eighteen months
ago and has Of late been working for
Robert Slaughter in produce and
commission house.
The Kershners removed to Victor at
about the same time, but Mrs. Brooks
had returned to her parents only few
months ago. She had been trying to
break off relations with Seward and
the family moved to Cripple Creek
about six weeks ago, since which time
Seward has been persistent in his ef-
forts to get the woman to return to
him
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12
Enough Liquor for Al.

Mr.. Curtis. the well known CORE
spondent of the Chicago Record, says:
The Kansas City people are entitled to
great deal of credit for the manner
in which the convention has been man
aged and the enormous crowd has been
handled at the railway stations. at the
hotels and in the streets. Thus far
there has been no accident. No dele
gate has been lost. strayed or stolen
Everybody has had a comfortable place
to sleep and plenty of food and drink
especially drink. The capacity of the
different hotels and the larger saloons
has been extended sufficiently to ac-
commodate every thirsty visitor. At
one of the hotels forty-eight extra bar-
keepers skilled in the science of mixed
drinks were imported from ST. Louis
and Chicago. and the regular force at
another was increased by twcnty-nine
new and competent men. The billiard
rooms, the writing and reading rooms.
the large apartments in which CONNER
cial travellers are accustomed to show
their samples. have all been fitted up
with temporary bars. well stocked. and
thus far there has been no complaint
Of the quality or of the quantity.
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12
Beers Still Active.

London. July 10.-As Lord Roberts
dispatches reveal. the Beers are un-
usually active, both in the Orange col
ony and the so-called pacitied western
Transvaal, but without producing any
serious impression upon the British
arms.
The bond leaders at the Cape are ex-
tending their boycott of British firms.
and Dutch companies, with f200,0OO
capital. have been formed.
Passengers arriving at Lourenzo
Marques on July 9th from Middlesburg
say there has been severe fighting be-
tween the latter place and Machado-
dorp. in which the Beers were defeated
and demoralZed.
The LourenZo Marques correspondent
of the Daily Telegraph says, under
date of July 9th:
81 understand that Mr.. Hollis. the
American consul here, has been re
called. He is n wellknown pro-Boer."
London, July 9.-Lord Roberts tele-
graphs to the war office from Pretoria
as follows:
''1'he officer commanding at Heilbron
reports that State Secretary Bllgnaut.
State Attorney Dickson and members
OF the council. Van Tander and Kup-
pervergen, came in yesterday and sur
rendered.
Hutton was attacked yesterday in n
position he was holding by n large
number of Beers. He cut them off
without much difficulty, the fve-inch
guns with him being found most use
full. Our only casualty was Lieutenant
Young of the First Canadian troop
slight scalp wound. The enemy left
several wounded on the ground and
sent flag of truce with request that
they might be received I'm our hospital.
II regret to say that Captain Curre
and Lieutenant Kirk of the Imperial
light horse who We're reported wound
ed in my telegram of yesterday. We're
both killed. One squadron OF this dis
tiDguished corps pressed II very SUI
perior force of the enemy In gallant
attempt to carry Off wounded com
rade, TO which they attributed the
heavy loss sustained. In addition to
the officers. farricr sergeant and three
troopers were killed and the sergeant
major, three sergeants ana seven
troopers wounded"
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12

has just given birth to five little girls,
thus increasing her family to the ex-
traordinary figure of forty-two child
rem. Madame Granata. who is quite
a young woman, was married at the
age of sixteen, and in the first year
of her marriage became the mother
of fine girl. This she followed up in
a space of ten months by presenting
her husband with five boys at birth,
and she has gone on increasing her
family by threes and fours up to the
present time.
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12
ACTS OF LAWLESSNESS
AT NOME CITY

San Francisco. July 1O-News that
martial law has been proclaimed Mt
Nome City by General Randall, in
charge of the United States troops in
that district was brought here tonight
by the steamer St Paul. thirteen days
, from st. Michael. The necessity for
martial law arose out of the jumping
of mining claims and other acts of law
lessness. The st. Paul also reports a
great many cases of smallpox and ty-
phoid fever at Nome. When she sail
ed it was thought. however. that the
further spread of the disease had been
checked.
The st. Paul brought tifty-four pas
sengers and 81 100000 in gold dust, the
bulk OF which was consigned to the
Alaska Commercial Company. OF this
amount S150.0OO was from the Cape
Nome district Among the passengers
on the St Paul there was distributed
about 100000 in gold dust. The Iarg-
est individual holders were j. S. Langsa
ford and Peter Johnson, who brought
about 100000 each from the Rampart
district Among the passengers from
Cape Nome there We're some who re-
turned disappointed These report
about 10000 men there. many of whom
are unable to find employment They
many of them. and that many will re-
turn on the next steamers.
Seattle. Wash. July 1O.-Steamer
City of Seattle returned from Alaska
this morning with II gold contribution
of 100000 to the worlds wealth. The
treasure came from the Klondike. OF
the total amount dust valued at $780,
600 was shipped out by the Canadian
Bank of Commerce and the Bank of
British North America of Dawson to
the Seattle assay office. The treasure
was stored in thirteen strong boxes
and few sacks. Besides this wealth
there was not less than 100000 of in
dividual gold. Joseph Barrett and +.
Larsen. two well-known Klondikers,
each had substantial consignments.
Dawson passengers on the City of
Seattle say the Klondike cleanup is
progressing most satisfactorily. Great
gold pack trains are arriving in Daw-
son daily from the creeks.
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12
A Reunion of Cowboys.

Denver July 1.-THE cowboys of
Colorado. and possibly of the whole
West. Will be invited to hold Il round
up near Denver. The roundup is to
have all the features of the genuine
one of twenty years ago except that
the men will be expected to omit the
old style method of settling difficulties
over a maverick. In the evening after
the days labors are over, a cowboys
dance will be given in one of the lar
gest halls in the city. To this event
the cattle wrastlers'' are expected to
appear in high-heeled boots chappara-
jos, pistol belt and the other accessOr-
les that made the real balls so pictur-
esque and so uncertain as to the end
ing. The termination might be love
feast or a young battle. The dances
will be given the range names SO pop
ular when cowboy dances were social
event of tile season. There will be the
corral quadrille," the Graveyard var
souvienne." the 'necktie waltz" and
the other familiar numbers
The roundup is to be one of the en-
tertainments that will accompany Il
reunion of the old cowboys of the
range. In the years since they rode the
range and kept Il bright eye out for
mavericks many of these riders have
become prominent citizens of their
towns. If all could be brought togeth-
er bank presidents, merchants, county
and state officials, in fact, men in ev
cry walk of life in the West would be
in the meeting.
The preliminary meeting to provide
for the reunion of the cowboys, headed
by c. M. Miles of Hugo, John c..
Twombly of Denver. T. l.. Monson of
Fort Lupton, Henry Gebhardt of Den
yer and r. H. johnson of Loveland,
was held yesterday afternoon in the
office of Postmaster Twombly and the
call issued for Il meeting of cowboys
of the state to discuss the reunion. G.
NJ. Miles was made chairman of the
meeting and the following call was
authorized:
'All old-tme cowboys of Colorado
| are requested to meet and each county
| in the state is invited to send repre-
sentatlves to n meeting to be held ut
the Chamber of Commerce building,
| Denver, Colorado. on the BIRD day of
July, 1900, at . O'Clock p. m, for the
purpose of perfecting arrangements
| and appointing the necessary commit
| tees for the preliminary work in prepa-
| ration for a reunion of the cowboys of
Colorado. At this meeting n date will
be fixed for holding the reunion and
everything pertaining to its conduct
and success will be discussed.
1--WE believe that the old boys who
| participated in the roundup when
Colorado was known as the Plains
state should effect an organization
that will preserve the ups and downs
| of the pioneer days in history"
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12

The recently published diary Of the
Duchess Of Fife contains this remark
able quotation from Queen Victoria,
a signalling for young and old: God
has been so good to me that now. in
my old age, l want to confess that l
have not any dislikes." One Of the
greatest generals of Victoria's whole
reign, Charles Napier, once made a
similar statement: II never feel an
cry at any one-beyond wishing to
break their bones with broomstick!"
Then, as If repenting Of even his laugh
ing exception, Napier added: THAT
was not my mind that spoke. l am
q child in the hands of God"
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12
AIucIsy Colorado Man.

Chicago, July S.--A special to the
Record from Hermosillo, Mexico, says.
Martin Hulen Of Aspen, Colorado;
II. B. G. Gedine Of San Francisco and
James Crawford of Benson, Arizona,
prospectors, have arrived from the new
placer gold field in Lower California,
about fifty miles south of Camp Com
panls, bringing with them over $780,
900 in gold dust. This sum represents
their earnings for n period Of eight
months.
"The prospectors state that the
placer field embraces tract of gravel
about $1,000 acres In extent"
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12
Heavy Attendance Promised.

Over n thousand veterans of the
Philippine campaign may be expected
In Denver during the reunion which is
dated to open here on August 18th and
last for three days. The affair as out
lined by President Irving Hale at the
meeting of the Army Of the Philip
pines at the capitol last night showed
affairs to be in most promising shape
and chances for II large and enthusias-
tic attendance glowing. The commit
tee will hold an important session with
In couple of days ana will report
progress at the next regular meeting,
July Sth,
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12

'I named my son for Colonel Blank,
said a father one day. before certain
chapters in his history were written
or 1 should not have done So" His
was not an unusual experience. Not
only is mans record constantly
changing while he lives. but the opin-
ion of him in the early years after his
death may vary much from the worlds
final estimate. Senator Hoar doubt
less had this idea in mind when he
said, on the occasion of the presenta-
tion of statue for Statuary Hall. that
the state giving it had done well to
wait until its subject had been dead
for fifty years. He wished it might be
the rule with every state in selecting
from among its distinguished sons
those whom it W ould honor in this
way. Real worth lasts.
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12

Henry Smith, aged "a years and 7
months. died at South Deerfeld recent
ly of old age. Mr.. Smith was born in
Palmer, Oct. -, 1905. The family went
to South Deerfield in 1919 and located
in Mill River on farm. Mr.. Smith
was married Jan. l, 1928, to Pattie
Clapp, who was killed by fall from
wagon in August, 1880. He leaves, be-
sides nine sons and daughters, 80
grandchildren, Sc grandchildren
and two great-great-grandchi
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12
10 Detect Escaping Gn.cs.

10 detect sewer gas. wrap the sus-
pected joint In the pipe with one layer
of white muslin moistcned with so
luton Of acetate of lead. If sewer gas
escapes, the cloth will be blackened.
To detect the escape Of coal or lllnmi-
nating gas, mix dark soap and water
In the proportion of two pounds of the
former to three quarts of the lattcr:
apply the mixture 10 the gaspipe. when.
II gas Is escaping. bubbles will imme-
r'ately form.
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12

Paris hotelkeepers are waxing fat
over the exhibition AS an idea of the
rush for apartments, one wealthy lady
pays 300 francs a day for small suite
near the Arc de Triomphe; and rich
brewer has engaged a more pretentious
suite in an hotel for 1,500 francs
day. The cost of seeing all the at
fractions within the exhibition grounds
is 600 francs.
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12

The rifle club movement is being
taken up with great enthusiasm in
Australia. In Victoria alone, accord
ing to the acting adjutant, between
January l. and March 81, 10000 appli-
cation forms Were issued to prospec-
tive rifiemen, and a large proportion
of these were returned to headquar-
ters filled up by men desirous of join
ing clubs.
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12

One of the most romantic marriages
that has occurred in Bowling Green
Ohio, for some time took place few
days ago. when Harrison Cheney, who
is about 20 years of age, was married
90 Miss Agnes May, aged is years.
The marriage was in the way OF the
fulfillment OF a promise made many
years ago. Cheney, when a young
man, living in a Pennsylvania town
and was lover OF one who married
another. She took sick afterward, and
upon her deathbed asked Cheney to
look after a little daughter. This he
did, and she in time grew up and was
married. She was taken sick with
consumption. and too. passed away,
but not before she had pledged Cheney
to look after her little girl. then 2
years old. His devotion to the little
child eliminated in the event above
reached.
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12

A curious case has Just been decided
by the supreme court of New South
Wales. A prisoner In that colony,
while serving his sentence. had the
sight OF one of his eyes destroyed,
through the bursting of the water
gauge glass of a steam engine In the
goal. On his release he brought an ac-
ton against the Minister of Public
works, claiming e1.ooo damages. On
appeal the full court has held that on
grounds OF public policy the action
was maintainable. But 1t is quite
possible that an appeal to the Privy
Council would --uerse this decision.
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12

The new pension legislation viii add
5000 pensioners to the rolls, and In
wolves an expense of $4,000. 900, accord
ing to the estimates of the pension
commissioner
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12
SCHOOL MONEY is DIVIDED.
Mrs. Grenfel Apportions Fund Reported
by Auditor Temple.

The apportionment of the state school
fund for the year was made by State
School Superintendent Helen Grenfel,
Monday in her report to Auditor Tenn
pie. The amount reported by the aud
itor was $62, SO and the amount ap-
portioned the same, less IL cents. The
apportionment by counties is as fol-
lows.
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12

Consular officers are expressly for
bidden by regulations to report to pri-
vate inquirers concerning the financial
standing or commercial repute of busi-
ness men or houses in their districts.
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12

the village of Schleithein, near Schaff-
hansen. Germany. few days ago.
When taken down it was found to be
OF the year 1852.
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12
EIkr Elect New Omccrr.

Atlantic City. n. j., July IO.-The
thrty.sixth annual meeting of the Ma
tlonnl Lodge of the Benevolent and
Protective Order of Elks opened here
to-day. jerome Fisher of Jamestown,
n. Y. circuit Judge of Chauatnuqun.
was elected grand exalted ruler, over
william J. O'Brien of Baltimore. by II
vote of 1893 to 209: j. q. Reese was
elected esteemed leading knight with
out opposition. Grand Secretary George
Reynolds OF Saginaw. Michigan, will be
reelected Tomorrow.
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12

Some girls are tailor-made, but the
NDne who seeks an offer of marriage is
ready-maid.
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12

Paris gave the Boer ENJOYS warm
greeting on their return from their
American visit.
Belglans fear the wrath OF Britons
over the acquittal of Sipido for his at
tempt TO kill the Prince OF Wales may
cost the former nation much trade.
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12

dry goods are not" well, we'iI fix
that Eliza; we'll eat less and buy
clothes."
Gilpin observer., 1900-07-12

London has become restless because
Lord Roberts does not strike the Beers
Il decisive blow.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-25

PIG IRON MARKET STRONG
southern NaEnates scout the Idea al
slump in Prices

BIRMINGHAM Ala. April 2i-Wel-
posted iron and steel men in the Birmine-
ham district scout the idea that there is
any cause for a legitimate slump in prices.
Col 4 NJ Shook. Vice President of the
Tennessee Coal and Iron and Railway Com
pany. today said
There is absolutely no reason FOR a
legitimate slump In the iron market In
the first place there Is a tremendous de
mand for export iron. For The next eight
months the furnaces are sold 10 within
fully half OF their total manufacturing
capacity"
j. ". Mcqueen Secretary OF the Sloss-
Sheffield Steel and Iron Company, today
said, when asked concerning the pig iron
market and the influence thereon through
the oclion OF Western steel magnates.
III Is a speculative affair altogether. and
We have nothing whatever 10 do with II.
The pig iron market Is still strong and
qu9taii ions are firm. There have been no
concessions made by our company. There
is a good demond for export iron. The
steel mems action may have some effect
on the purchasing Of iron. but it will not
on he general conditions"
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THE CHICAGO GRAIN MARKET.


CHICAGO April 24-Wheat ruled very
steady and closed l-4c higher. Liquidation
was on a small scale and shorts were dis
posed TO cover. Liverpool closed 1-Sd
higher Paris unchanged. Clearances were
about $1,000 bushels. There was a fair
milling demand and the seaboard repo ted
twerty-siX loads. There is some appre-
hension over the continued dry weather
in the Northwest.
Corn vas firm within narrow limits.
closing at the best price Of the day and
al 3-sc and lie over Monday. There has
been a pause in the liquidation, some
sympathy with the provision re overy, and
cables have been strong. The shipping
demand here showed improvement. Clear
ances today were only $4,000 bushels.
Oats were firm again today with the
same sort Of buying that has been gong
on for TWO days. Some Of the cleverest Of
he local professionals have changed from
The short TO the long side. Tonight's OTIS
prices are l-SH1-4c over Mond vs.
While there has not been much shipping
business accomplished in round lots. Il e
bids for mixed oats in store are lit
better than the May price. Receipts were
l7S cars with only 50 for tomorrow; clear
auges. 33 000 bushels.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-25

The stock market yesterday had periods
q much strength, and even buoyancy. and
ei other times IL was exceedingly weak as
81 the important interests behind the mar
ket were determined 10 withdraw their
support entirely and let prices tumble.
The bears and the bulls were thus al
ternately hopeful ana depressed The net
movement Of the day was unimporiaut. a
Few securities showing net gains and
larger number small losses. The opening
and the first hours business were strong
and cheerful, but during the early after
noon a tumble began. which lasted until
after O'Clock. In the last half hour OF
the day there was quick and important
boom IN Sugar. which advanced from 100
and fraction % above 1lG The close was
az l0s IS within q small fraction Of
the highest price. The boom in this stock
changed the tone Of the entire market.
Outside news was OF a cheerful nature
What there was Of Il. London was a buyer
Of American securities Money was easy.
There WIS more talk Of geld exports and
u Is now not impossible that some gold
may 20 out before the end Of the present
week FOR Paris. The effect OF this an
nouncement was temporarily depressing 20
the market. but there Is every reason 10
believe that the actual movement II the
metal viii be followed by covering Of
shorts and an advance in prices. on the
whole. the short side OF the market is Lot
an attractive one al present
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-25

The gentle spring is here, when the sap is
rising aud when sptiug medicine is in demand al
the corner drug store Also when the Young man S
fancy Lightly turns. etc Everyone knows about
spring, and nearly everyone knows that Tharp'
Berkeley Rive Is the best spring tonic that can
be taken, because Of its purity and age. one
dollar iu!l quart Only from james Tharp sl2
Street.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-25
We'll, Hardly Ever

When asked 70 he ever used great tig d, hut
perhaps like the Ar,hbishop-he considered It
understood Now. lou may understand a lot Of
things. and Vet not understand trading IN
stocks, Grain, CT Cotton on a margin. and, II
thi, j, the ease, YOU should send for our little,
free book, entitled, Facts and Figures, which
fully explains IL. II YOU know il already and
are sending your orders to some other frm why
not try usE We guarantee fast service. and
our local correspondent, or manager. viii he
pleased 10 receive your orders for cash ur On
4 margin
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-25
Warrington suck Exchange.

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The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-25
80 %

of Americans speculate 1t is in the blood Not to have
sporting prOclivities is IN AMERICAN.
The twentieth chronicles and IA
cies in everything pertaining the convenience and beemen
of civilization
Among these improvements is to he noticed the facilities a
ored people the market under
a 5 favorable conditions the millionaire
WE possess all these convenicnc and with exclusive pri
system give the Washington Come
and
NOTE.-We be II VI O those
who visit during market hours
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-25
FINANCIAL.
FINANCIAL.
A Great Big D.

There time when swearing was almost
considered gentiemanly accomplishment. An
Archbishop Of Canterbury Of the day. however,
objected 10 the habit. and calling on Lord Mel
bourne 20 discus some business. thus apostro
pzed him. Now. my lord. il will say, time
IL, before we begin. We assume that everybody
and everything is damned 90 THE Captain Il the
piuIfqrt -aId-
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-25

In the inner circles fl is whispered that
the Vanderbilt Cassatt- Morgan deals are
10 be forwarded rapidly IN the immediate
future and that as result some of the