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Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18
YAouIs FAVOR AMERICANS.
Announce Their Independence of Mex
ican Authority and vii. Tolerate
Only Americans.


El Paso, Texas, Jan. 1S-The In
dians of Sonora, the only race in all
Mexico able to survive the Spanish
invasion and preserve its individual.
ity, are making last stand against
the Mexican government. Thus far
it seems the Mexican soldiers have
been found inadequate to cope with
the Yaquis. A proclamation has been
issued by the ruler of the Yaqui ma.
tion addressed ITO the American
People" and it is in part as follows:
'The Yaqui nation has begun it's
struggle for independence. 1t will no
longer tolerate the Mexican army in
Sonora. The nation has established
provincial government, the offices
of which are at Basbispe. In the
event of the success of the Yaqui peo-
pie, over the Mexicans, no foreign
ers, except native born Americans,
will be allowed in Sonora for several
years. The property and persons of
Americans in Sonora will be protect
ed by the Yaquis in every way"
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18
STOCK MARKETS,

Kansas City, Jan. 1S-Cattle $500;
weak, native steers $4.25@5.9O; Texas
steers $S.7O@465; Texas COWS $3.50
@3.4O; native cows and heifers 1925
@4.4O; stockers and feeders $3.5O@
500; bulls $2.35@4.OO. Sheep z,OUO;
strong; lambs $45O@6.OO; muttons
$S.5O@475.
Chicago, Jan. 1S-Cattle $500; best
steers steady; others slow at yester-
days decline; beeves $4.OO@6.5O;
COWS $3.O0@4.5O; heifers $3.9O04.6O;
Gamers, $2.2O@2.9O; stockers and
feeders $3.25@475; Texas fed beeves,
$4.1O@5.OO Sheep 10000; sheep
steady; lambs steady native wethers
$4.4O@4S5; western $4.SO0485;
lambs; natives $4.5O@6.25; westerns
$5.25@6.SO.
New York, jan 18-Money on call
steady 31a per cent. Prime mercan
tile paper soc per cent. Silver 59A
Lead $445.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18
The National Live Stock Asso-
ciatIon WIN Probably En-
dorse lt.
FOUGHT HARD BY sHEEpMEf
Mine Workers Denounce Federal
Courts-A Murderer, Sem
fenced to Hang, Es-
capes.

Fort Worth. Texas, Jan. 1S-The
convention of the National Live
Stock association began it's third days
session by the consideration Of a res
olution that all public lands. adapted
for grazing purposes, be subject to
lease by stockmen who are citizens.
This was discussed until adjournment
last night. The prospects are it will
receive the endorsement of the eonven
tion but not without strong opposition
as the sheepmen in nearly every state
and territory Of the entire west are
fighting the measure Col Hobb, of
New York, will be recommended by
the executive committee to the ap--
pointment as United States commits
sioner at the Paris exposition tn tie
interest of the dressed meat indus
try. Speeches made today were by
7. F. B. Solham, of Missouri; ]. H.
Pickeral, Illinois; Col. r. e. Edmon-
son, Missouri, and others. Edmon-
sons theme was THE western march
OF the thoroughbred"
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18
United Mine workers in Session

United Mine Workers In Session.
Indianapolis, Ind, Jan. 1S-At to-
days session of the United MIND
Workers of America, the committee
ON resolutions reported resolutions
denouncing the federal courts and ask
ing miners to use their political in
fiuence in elections. The committee
did not concur in the resolution. An
other resolution provided that all
contracts, made by miners, should be
gin and expire the same date The
committee recommended this for
passage. The most radical PROPOSE
tion made was a resolution providing
that il any federal Judge imposed a
sentence similar to that given John P.
Reese, the executive board member
at Fort Scott, Kans.. the entire forces
Of the United Mine Workers would be
suspended until the courts orde. IS
rescinded. The committee rported
against the resolution.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18

sculptor Trentanove. and presented
to the United States by Stilson Hut
chins. The statue occupies the posi-
tion in Scott circle. The ceremonies
were held In Lafayette opera house.
Senator Chandler. in behalf of the
two branches of congress. read Mr..
Hutchins' presentation letter and add.
ed a glowing tribute to the statesman
ship. oratory and patriotism of Web.
ster. Secretary Long then accepted
the statue in behalf OF the United
States.
After the formal ceremonies the
president and most Of the other dis
tinguished guests proceeded to Scott
circle. where at 12 o'clock, the statue
was unveiled. The drawing of the
wells was performed by Jerome Bon
aparte. great grandson OF Webster,
assisted by Mrs. Hutchins, and Miss
Katherine Deering.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18
TREASURY DEPARTMENT.

Ofice Of Comptroller Of the Curretcy
Washington. D. c.. January 18th
1900.
Whereas, by satisfactory evidence
presented to the undersigned. 1t has
been made to appear that the "The sar
Miguel National Bank of Las Vegas,
in the Town of Las Vegas, in the
County OF San Miguel and Territory OF
New Mexico. has complied with all
the provisions of the Act of Con
gress to enable National Banking As
scciations to extend their corporate
existence and for other purposes, I"
approved July 18th, 1882.
Now, Therefore. l, Charles G.
Dawes, Comptroller of the Currency,
do hereby certify that "The San Nj
guel National Bank of Las Vegas in
the Town Of Las Vegas, in the County
Of San Miguel and Territory of New
Mexico. is authorized to have sue
cession for the period specified in
its amended articles of association.
namely until close of business on Jan.
uary 18th, 1920.
In testimony whereof witness my
hand and seal of Office this thirteenth
day of January, 1900.
CHARLES G. DAWES.
Comptroller of the Currency.
(SeaD
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18
webster,s statue UNVEILED.

Washington, Jan. 1s-A distinguish
cd gathering of public officials. in
cluding President Mckinley and the
entire cabinet, representatives of the
senate and house of representatives.,
the judiciary Of the United States su-
preme court. and other branches Of
public life. participated today in the
exercises attending the unveiling Of
the colossal bronze statue of Daniel
Webster executed by the Italian
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18
Petition Against Eight Hour Law.

Victoria, B. c., jan 1S--A petition
has been presented to the legislature
from all the leading mines west Of
Kootenia, representing fifty millions
OF capital, seeking to repeal the eight
hour law, declaring that it has ex-
cluded capital and deprived the mine
owners of profit It's constitutionali-
ty is challenged.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18
condemned Mu.aerer ESCAPES.

Norfolk, v~, Jan. 1S-Lorenzo
Brown. ccvred, under sentence to be
hang>d at Greenville, n c., Friday,
escaped from the county Jail today by
cutting hole in the wall 1t is be
lieved that Brown was assisted by
other negro prisoners. Fifty armed
men with blood hounds started in pur-
suit of the fugitive.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18
GEN. BULLER
rs ACROSS
And With Gen. Warren Holds
Two Crossings of the
TueeIa River.
WILL PROCEED TO LADYsMITH
Small Detachment Of Australian
Troops Captured BY
Burehers.

London, Jan. 1S-A Cape Town
special dispatch dated today says 1t
is persistently reported there that
Ladysmith has been relieved.
London, Jan. 1S-Rumors = ON Cape
Town. that Ladysmith is already re
lieved, are apparently ahead of the
facts. In any case, Field Marshal
Lord Roberts, whose report was dis
patched this morning, was not aware
of it. The net result, as far as known.
is that General Butler occupies a
commanding position north Of the Tu.
gela river thereby securing at least
two crossings by which he can bring
up the necessary reinforcements.
Rensburg, Cape Colony, Jan. IL
A patrol, composed of sixteen men of
the New South Wales Lancers and the
South Australians, was aySbushed yes
terday by the Beers, and overwhelm-
ed after a severe fight. Two detach-
ments escaped, and arrived at the
camp. This morning a patrol visited
the scene Of the fight and found five
dead Australians, and one wounded
A number of dead .Boer horses also
were found showing that the Austria
lians made a gallant fight before sur
rendering. 1t appears that when the
Australians encountered the first
body of Beers and found their retreat
cut off they galloped for a nearby
kopje hoping to beat off the Beers,
but on arriving they found another
force of burghers concealed there.
Later, six more Australians return
ed; the rest were captured
London, Jan. 1S.-The war Office re-
ceived the following dispatch from
General Roberts. Cape Town, dated
today: Il received a telegram from
General Butler stating that one brig
ade and a howitzer battery had
crossed the Tugela river, at Potgieters
Drift. Five miles further west, at
Trichards Drift, General Warren has
thrown a pontoon bridge over the
river BY this, part of his force cross
ed yesterday The remainder is ex-
pected, by this morning, to be on the
north bank. Warren hopes he will
be able to turn the enemy's position
which is being strongly entrenched."
London, Jan 1S-Off1cials at the
war office are satisfied that the tide
has turned and news of more hopeful
character from a British point of
view, will hereafter be the rule
instead of the exception. While Gen
eral Warren's force was crossing the
Tugela river, the Beers occupied
thicIly wooded plantation mile
north of the river and/sent several
volleys into the adv91ce guard. The
British replied and1the artillery open
ed on a neightoring kopje. AS the
British pushed across the river the
Beers foupd their position uncomfort-
able apd retired to the hills. Imme-
diately after pontuon bridge was
completed the whole British force
crossed It is thought probable that
combined forward movement has
since developed, In the meanwhile
the naval guns on Swartskop have
been persistently shelling the Boer en-
trenchments facing the kopjes oecu-
pied by Littletons brigade
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18
No. 2454.
Almost Given Away.

If you want to buy a first-class
bicycle, a fine shot gun, a rubber
stamp outfit complete, full set of
gunsmith's tools, bicycle fittings Or
ammunition, call at once. Every.
thing must go and at considerably less
than cost. Now is your chance to
get a good wheel or shotgun at Mrs,
T. Schuerman's, Center street. 61-2t
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18
switzerland win Admit Dried Fruits

Switzerland Will Admit Dried Fruits.
Washington, Jan. 1s-Uniscs States
Minister Leyhman, of Switzerland.
cabled the state department that the
Swiss government had revoked its
former decision and gives general
authorization for the Importation of
American dried fruits. and also auth
orizes the importation Of fresh fruits
found exempt from scale or other
parasites.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18

Mrs. Cnas. Yaple, Grafton, is eK-
pected home in Fairview soon from
Kansas City, where she has been un.
der medical treatment for the past
three months, her life at one time be-
ing despaired of.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18
California Pioneer Dead.

New York, Jan. 1S-Thomas Nc
Dowell, of South River N. J., first
mayor of Sacramento, Calf, died to
day, aged eighty-three His son is
Melbourne Mcdowell the actor.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18
The Roberts Case.

Washington, Jan. 1S-The Roberts
case is not expected to be called up in
the house till Tuesday or Wednesday.
The debate will occupy two or three
days. Roberts will be given an OPP
portunity to be heard on other proof
of his claims
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18

The Catholic cIergymen of Albuquer-
que were so greatly impressed by the
Passion Play recently given in that
city, that they have made arrange
ments to have it repeated there next
week, under their auspices.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18

The locally famous meals at the
Plaza hotel are equal to. the best to
be found anywhere. Superior food,
prepared by professional cooks, served
by courteous walters from snowy
tables, leaves nothing to be desired.
Every meal is pleasant surprise and
a toothsome delight. 1861.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18
carneaie to Found Another Library

Carnegie to Found Another Library.
Ottumwa, Iowa, Jan. 1S-A PROPOSE
tion was received from Andrew Car
negie to give $4,000 for a public
library if the city would provide a
suitable site and an appropriation of
$4,000 annually for the maintenance.
The conditions will undoubtedly be
accepted.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18
Russian Vessel ASHORE.

st. Petersburg, Jan. 1S.-Russian
PoItava is dangerously ashore near
Iibau, on Baltic.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18

For saddle and harness repairing,
carriage trimming, etc, call on ]. G.
Jones, next to S. Patty's, Bridge street.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18
From the 4New Possessions,

Manila, Jan. 1S- Brigadier General
Kobbe has been appointed governor
of Albay province, and Catanduanes
Island, and temporarily placed in
charge of the islands of Samar and
Leyte. His command embraces the
principal hemp producing country.
He has been instructed to establish
civil government. Generals Bates
Wheaton and Schwan have occupied
the principal towns in Cavite and Ba-
tangas provinces. A majority of the
insurgents have returned to their
homes and secreted their guns.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18

If you want an express wagon ring
up J. j. Crawford. Clay & Givens,
both 'phones. 244-tf
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18
SENATE AND HOUSE.
Allen Inquiries About Transvaal Rep
resentative-UsuaI Resolutions
Over Our "New Possessions"
In Both Houses.

Washington, Jan. 1S-Allen, of Me-
braska, offered a resolution directing
the secretary of state to inform The
senate if any person had been accred,
tied from the Transvaal to the United
States government in any capacity,
if such person has been officially ac-
cepted and recognized; and if not,
why Objection was made to imme-
diate consideration of the resolution
and it went over.
Ross, of Vermont, offered a resolu-
ton declaring that the provisions of
| the constitution do not, unaided by
act of congress, extend over Puerto
Rico, or the Philippine Islands; that
by the Paris treaty the United State
takes sovereignty over Puerts rico,
and the Philippines and are under
duty to exercise it Sor the general
welfare of the Inhabitants; and
separate department of government Is
demanded to take charge of all the
outlying dependencies. w ellington,
of Maryland, addressed the senate on
the Philippine question. The text of
his speech was a joint resolution to
be introduced, declaring it not the
purpose of the United States to de-
prive the Filipinos of their right of
self government, and the war now
being waged is not for permanent pos
session of the islands, but for the es-
tablishment of peace and order and
further declaring that the Filipinos
shall have the privilege, under the
protection of the United States, of es.
tablishing a republic.
Washington, Jan. decentralization
of financial bill was resumed. Teller
continued his speech begun yesterday
HOUSE.
Washington, Jan. 1S-The house
committee on foreign affairs today
entered upon the consideration of
bill for promotion and continuous
service of consular officers.
Washington, Jan. 1S-Representa-
tive Sherman of New York, has def
initely declined the secrefaryship of
the senate.
Washington, Jan. 1S-- Hopkins, of
Illinois, moved the house to go into
committee Of whole for considera.
tion of senate bill extending scope
of the twelfth census.
Washington, Jan. 18-Wellington
said he was not ready to enter upon
the policy of expansion, "the first sex.
emplification of which is to be taking
i by force of arms the islands, the per
sons and privileges of the Philippine
Islanders" History declared that
imperial destiny wrecked many re.
publics." Wellington declared that
Schley would go down in history as
the true hero of the naval battle OF
Santiago.
Wellington said there is no indica-
tion that we intend to keep faith
with the Cubans, but there is every in
dication that by the power of syndi-
Gates. cabals, combinations, there is to
be continued in Cuba the despotism OF
a military government, in which the
Cubans themselves have no part and
which is beyond the pale of any Law
save that of force, and is not recog-
nized by our constitution. Wellington
closed with the statement that in his
opinion his resolution. If adopted
would conclude the war in a mannel
both honorable and glorious
r4--s-- tF-.zt 49,
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18

DR.. G. H. Bradley, office and resi-
dence on Sixth street, facing Hill
side park, (the Henriques property)
39-2O.tf
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18

TO OTRE A COLD IN ONE DAY.
Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tab
cts All druggists refund the money
If 1t fails to cure, 25c. The genuine has
l.. b. @. on each tablet. 248-6m
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1900-01-18
Father JuilIard assisted by the whole

Father Juillard assisted by the whole
population of the community, has
begun work at Cebolleta, Bernalillo
county, that will undoubtedly become
famous. A big rock located on a hill
sloping down to vast natural amphi-
theater, is being followed out, and in
the little room viii be placed beau
tiful statue of the Holy Virgin.
Smyrna times., 1900-02-14
A MILD WINTER.
A Season Exceptionally Good for TeIupera-
ture and Fine Roads.

This time last winter we had Just
passed week of weather below zero,
ending with snowstorm, the like of
which was not remembered, blocking
the railroad by its depth and drifts, for
five or six days. A week ago they had
a blizzard out west and we were prom
ised, if not blizzard, cold wave here
by Friday, but instead it switched off
into Canada, giving us temperature
of So degrees at sunrise, 46 at noon and
Al at sundown, and it has been spring
like since.
With more than two-thirds of the
winter gone it is possible to form an
idea of what the season may be as a
whole. February has great possibili-
ties in the way of changes, but it will
have to be much out of the ordinary to
change the general character of the
season. 1t can reduce the excess of
temperature or even turn it into def
cheney, but for all that it will remain
in meteorological records as a mild
winter.
December was remarkably warm
until the last three days of that month,
when the first real touch of winter
came. The mean temperature of the
month was 3S degrees. Warm Decem'
bers are not rare, ten as mild or mildel
than last December having occurred
during the last twenty-eight years.
The temperature of January jus
passed, was milder even than Decem
Der. The latter showed total excess
of so degrees of warmth above the nor
man, and January showed shows al
excess of 90 degrees. This a tota
excess of 155 degrees for the first two
months of the season.
Smyrna times., 1900-02-14
PUBLIC SALES.

Tuesday, Feb. 2O-Stock, Farming
Implements, &C., of the late Edw.
Beck, on his farm at Green Spring.
by Edward H. Beck, Administrator,
at IL o'clock a. m.
Wednesday, Feb. 21-Stock, Farming
Implements &C., of N. M. Taylor, at
his residence in Dutch Neck. b. v.
Weldon, Auc.
Wednesday, Feb. 21--Stock, Farming
Implements, &C., of j. L. Berry at
his residence near Lockwood Chapel,
at 10 o'clock a. m. James Lane,
Auctioneer.
Thursday, Feb. 22-Stock. Farming
Implements, &C., at the late resi-
dence of Mrs. Rachel A. Short, in
Kenton Hundred, by Geo L. Davis,
Administrator.
Monday, Feb. 90 = Stock, Farming
Implements, &C., of Alex. @. Lat.
tomus, near Prices Corner, at 1875
O'Clock a. m. John Il. Seemans,
Auctioneer.
Smyrna times., 1900-02-14
PERSONAL AND SOCIAL,
People Who Come and Go
- and their Social Doings.

Miss Arie Hynson gave pleasant
musical to her large class of scholars
Saturday afternoon. A program was
gone through with, participated in by
Baynard Fowler, Sherman Corkran,
Mildred Hudson, Irving Walls, Edna
Dick, Muriel Janney, Jennie Robin
son, Eta Jones, Ethel FAIRIES, Marga-
ret Walls. At the conclusion of the
program, chocolate and waters were
served
5. Luther Anthony, reporter for
Bradstreets Business Agency, spent
several days last week in Smyrna. He
is a nephew of the celebrated Miss
Susan B. Anthony, and went to Wash
ingtOn to attend her SOth anniversary
tomorrow.
Mrs. A. f. Jardine returned with her
sister, Mrs. Howard S. Taylor for visit
to Asbury Park. Mr.. and Mrs. Taylor
were called to Dover Monday, to at
tend the funeral of his mother, and
Mrs. Jardine joined them yesterday
on their return.
Mrs. J. Allen Moore of Baltimore,
was the guest of the Misses Hough
last evening, where she stopped over
enroute home from Greensboro, Md.
Miss Florence G. HAZEL has re-
turned from visit to Baltimore.
Mrs. H. W. Tschudy has returned
from an extended visit to Washington.
Miss Matte Davis has returned from
a visit to Miss Emma Davis.
Miss Blanch Layfield has returned
from a months visit to Wilmington
and Chester.
Miss Margaret Stockly attended a
dance given by Miss Virginia Harring-
ton of Dover, last evening. 1t was her
formal debut into society and the af-
fair was held with much social success
in the Hotel Richardson which was
beautifully decorated for the occasion.
Oglesby's Orchestra furnished music
Miss Harrington was assisted by her
sister, Mrs. J. H. Wilson.
The Junior Glass of Delaware Col
lege, has issued invitations for &
Junior Promenade" to be given il
auditorium of the Recitation Hall
Friday evening. The affair promises
to be one of the most fashionable
events of the season.
| &c De-
College, Philadelphia, spent from Fri
day until Monday with his parent
Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph L. Beckett.
p. Price Jacobs is visiting in Phila
phia.
William Wharton, Philadelphia
Samuel Hoffecker, West Chester; W
o. Hoffccker, Washington, D. G.
were "home" over Sunday.
The Tuesday Club will be enter
tanned next Tuesday evening at tn
home of Miss Alice Mills, Clayton.
Mr.. Charles Bitter, living in tn
dwelling near the depot, recentl
purchased by Charles P. Thornley,
moved last week to Union Stree
the house occupied by Rev. j
T. Estlin until he went into the ne1
manse. This gives Mr.. Thornley, tim
to move at his leisure before the al
nual moving day.
William Fell, formerly proprietor G
the Delaware House, was in Smyrn
last week on a visit to his daughter
Mrs. Jardine
Smyrna times., 1900-02-14
THE COLORED SCHOOLS.
Principal Beamer, of Smyrna Public Schools
Write to the Philadelphia Tribune.

Write to the Philadelphia Tribune.
NJ. NJ. Beamer, teacher of our col
ored public school, who has twice as
many scholars as the one school house
will probably seat, has written a sue
cinct and comprehensive statement to
the Philadelphia Tribune, of the con-
dition of the schools of their race in
onr State. The following extract
shows the present condition of the
things:
'FUnder the old law the 80 schools
outside of Wilmington, got all told
about $17,6 annually, under the new
law they get about $21, 900 annually.
Under the old law the school term
averaged about six months and the sal
aries were from $23 to $2S per month,
now the term average y month, and
salaries are from $25 to $35 per month.
Under the old law the colored people
had to accept any person that the sup
erintendent chose to appoint as teach
ers. Under the new, they make theil
own selections.
"Under the old no colored man had
the privilege of voting, now all quail
fed voters can vote. Formerly oul
schools we're located in hundreds, and
in some hundreds there was as many
as four schools. The taxes raised ii
that hundred were not more than $5C
often. but under the new law that mum
ber of schools must raise 5000 by
taxation.