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supposed 10 be under command OF Pho del
Pillar No results have been reported.
A cablegram was received at the War
Department this morning from General
Macarthur which reads as follows:
Manila, June 8, 1900.
''Adjutant General. Washington:
Native police captured insurgent gen.
eral, Pho del Pillar, this morning He was
found lurking in neighborhood OF San Pc
dro Macati. MACARTHUR"
In making the announcement, the De-
partment supplemented the despatch with
the following explanation:
The capture Of Gen Pho del Pillar cabled
by General Macarthur this morning is a
most important one. Pillar was regarded
as one of the most active and uncompro-
missing of the rebel chieftalns. After the
disruption OF the insurgeat government and
the dispersion Of nearly all the insurgent
organizations north of Manila, Pillar man.
aged to concentrate considerable force at
St Miguel de Mayumo in the Province Of
Bulacanp and although he was unable to
hold the place for any great length OF
time he succeeded in withdrawing his
troops TO the mountain and in eluding the
several columns that were sent out to des-
troy him. 1t was so difficult TO keep track
Of his movements that he was frequently
reported as being at a number of places
at the same time That his capture has
been effected by the native police of Ma
Mia, body numbering some 400, evi-
dences afresh the loyalty OF these men 10
the American cause, SO often impugned
both by Americans and Filipinos"
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oAXACA, Mexico. June s.-The Maya
Indians are Offering a most determined
resistance to the Government troops and
the rebellious spirit Of the red men is in
creasing-
Gene-al Braves and large force OF the
Government trocps have met with a most
unexpected resistance and repuise in their
march upon Chan Santa Cruz. the prinei-
pal city OF the Mayas in the state Of W.
catan.
Wien General Braves forces were with
in a few miles OF the Indian stronghold a
force Of several thousand rebels pouneed
upon the Mexicans in a flank attack. The
Government forces were driven back a
number Of miles before they recovered.
Although no statement OF the losses has
been made. it is understood that both the
Mexieans and the Mayas suffered quito
heavily in killed and wounded. II is ex-
peeted that General Braves will soon renew
the attack and make a desperate effort TO
crush the rebelIiOus redskins.
The Maya warriors are now in most for
mica6le shape, well drilled. and ready for
a desperate encounter They are armed
with MauSer rifles and the main body Is
supplied with several rapid-fre field
pieces which viii make il a very difficult
matter 10 Oyerwhelm and rout them The
Indians use both their rifles and field a.
tillery IN an effective manner AID General
Braves VIII meet with more CppOsitIOli
than he expected in putting dow the re-
beElon- Much Of the fighting will nave ru
be done IN the dense forests Of Yucatan
and the operations Of the Govern meut
forces viii therefore be conducted with
unusual difficulty
Already the troops have been tired BY
their tedious marches in the woods. and
ambushes have been OF frequent occur
renee. Il Is thought here that General
Braves viii have 10 cal for REINFORCE
ments before he makes any decided iru-
preston upon the insurgeut army.
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CONVENTION PLANS.
Chairman Hanna and Secretary Dick
at the White House

Senator Hanna and Col. Charles
Dick, who are at the head OF the
Republican National Committee, had
a long conference with the Presi-
dent this morning. Their DISCUSSION took in
almost the whole range OF politics. and
plans for the coming Convention at Phila-
delphia-
II the President has expressed any pref
erence as to his running mate. he has not
made the fact public Politicians in close
touch with him reassert that Mr. McKin-
ley is still perfectly willing &c accept any
Vice Presidential candidate whom his par
ty may name
II is yet unsettled who viii make the
speech nominating Mr.. Mckinley. Senator
Foraker OF Ohio viii probably make one
Of the speeches seconding the nomina-
ton. Mr.. Mckinley viii doubtless be in
Washington when the Convention chooses
him for the place, but the formal nctifica-
tion VIII go 10 him at his home in Can
ton. where he viii spend the early part
Of July.
Senor Francisco Vasquez. the new Min
lister from the Dominican Republic. called
on the President this morning accompa-
MED by the Secretary Of State. The usual
courtesies were exchanged
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MR.. PLATT TO RETIRE.
Report That He VIII Give Up the
Republican LeHderShip.

Republican Ieadershtp.
NEW YORK. June s.-The Evening
Post prints lenEthv story today. intI-
mating that Senator Pla1t is likely soon
to give up control Of me Republican or
ganization in this STATE because OF the
growing inhrmities OF age.
One Of Mr.. Plat,'s Oldest friends, accord
ing to the Post, made the prediction at
the Fifth Avenue Hotel yesterday that he
would give up active political work very
soon after the Philadelphia Convention.
The Senator viii not sink into ObscuTi-
ty." the prophet ADDED He viii take the
place Of the advisory committee. which the
State committee recently abolished. and
his advice viii have an important influ-
ence in Republican politics; but it has
become apparent to all his friends that
he is no longer in physical condition to
bear the burden OF party leadership. He
has already handed over much OF his work
10 B. B. OdelI. Before the end OF the
year. believe, Mr.. OdeIi will be the full
iedged leader. and nobody on the inside
will be surprised II he also took MI
Platt's place in the United States
Senate"
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At the Papal lie CATION. POI Street north
west today il was stated that Moth
ing had been learned concerning the con-
dition OF the Pope Not the slightest un-
easiness is manifested over his sickness.
Were the Pope in a critical condition, &"
said the secretary. '-he legation would be
cabled at once ask'3g the Roman Cathu-
lies in America 20 pray for his speedy re-
covery or his happy Death. l think the re-
ported sickness is one of the periodical ru-
mors. I do not believe the Pope is criti-
cally i'll
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CONSIGNED TO THE WAVES

Nurse Mary kiaRsley's impressive
Funeral at Cape Town.
CAPE TOWN, June 9.-The funeral of
Mary Kingsley. which took place here yes
terday, was impressive. 1t was attended
by naval and military officers and civil
ians, and also by representatives Of tie
Boer prisoners in nursing whom she con-
tracted the fatal fever. -tf
AT her special request Miss Kingsley
was buried at sea. Her remains were car
rIed several miles of Cape Point by a
torpedo boat and consigned to the waves.
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BOER ARMY AT ROODEVAL
Two Thousand Burghers Cut OF
Telegraphie Communication.

Iieliy-kenny and FOrrestfer-wnIker
Send Troops to ROnt the Federal
fsts-sfeyn's Forces Likely 10 BE
Trapped Near Observation-Disclosures
War Office Expecting to Hear of N
Resumption. of Operations by Cen
der 10 BuIIer-COmAannder of the
Natal Division Replies That Such
Action Must BE Unconditional.
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GRAVE FRAUDS CHARGED
Irregularities in the Quartermas-
tefs Depot at ST. Asaph.

An Affidavit Containing Serious Ale
cations Against Capt. EIins H. Par
sons, chief clerk Gibbs. and For
agemasfer Rhodes Filed With the
Secretary of War-TS=lsmen Car
ried on the Rolls Assert That They
Were Engaged i'm Personal Ser
viee-Furnitnre Manufactured Out
of Government Material - Private
HOuscs and Vehicles Renovated.
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LEFT TOO MUCH MONEY.

Treasury officials Seeking an APpar-
emily AbseRt-Minded Man.
The following appeared as an advertise
ment in The Times this morning:
VIII the man who obtained change .
partment. Friday morning. please call
the cashier. Treasury Department. for
purpose Of Identifying some money thou
to have been lost by him2"
1t was said at the Treasury Departm,
today that in exchanging some bills
large denomination for small cure
some person who Is unknown turned il
large an amount for the change recei
and il is the purpose OF the Treasury
eials TO return this amount IL the De.
can be located
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THE REICHsRATH PRoRoGUED.

Emperor Acts After the Disturbance
in the Austrian Chamber.
VIENNA. June 9.-After the disgraceful
scenes in the chamber last night. caused
n the obstructive tactics of the Premier,
~. Won Koerber. drove to the Schoen-
burnn and informed the Emperor OF the
condition Of affairs.
The latter. who was in bed, Immediately
signed decree proroguing the Reichsrath
The Czech press claims that as victory,
since, they say. it shows that their party is
capable of eficaeious obstruction.
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THE BIMETALLIC CLUBS.
President TomlinsOn Says They VIII
Act With the Democracy.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala, June "A con-
ference of Democratic bimetallic clubs of
the United States has been called 10 meet
in KansasCity on July 4, by President John
W. TomlinaOn. of Birmingham At pre-
hminary conference held here. John W.
Tomlinson. Tenant Lomsx,. Nathan L. Mil
Ter, and Gordon Mcdonald were chosen as
delegates -at-large for this State and all
clubs were invited to send delegates.
President TomlinsoE states that the con-
ference is not fer the purpose OF placing
the currency ahead Of the question of trusts
and Imperialism but rather TO fight the
Republicans on all questions, and TO act as
an auxiliary 10 the Democratic National
Convention
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PIERCE BROTHERS TRIAL.
Fishermen Accused of Murder to An
pear in Court MondnN.

IN NoAEA hOn1aN.
PHILADELPHIA. June 9.-James and
Amos, otherwise known as "Pinney''
Pierce, the brother fishermen OF Chester,
who are accused Of numbering George B.
Eyre. the young Chester clUbman. last
December, wiz be placed on trial in the
Media Courthouse on Monday.
The Commonwealth has seventy-fve
witnesses, prominent among whom IS
Mary COwan. Of Wilmington. Jim
Pieree's sweetheart. who told the police
that Jim" confessed 10 her that be kill
ed Eyre and sunk the cunning skin. to-
gether with the dead mans gun. in the
Delaware River -'Pinney' Pierce was ar
rested the same night as Jim" charged
him with being an accessory 20 the crime.
Pinney' Pierce. who is out on bail. Is
assisting his lawyer in preparing a de-
fence. which he is confident will result
in the aequirtal Of himself and his brother.
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BESIEGED BY THE lHE BOXERS
Grave Fears Entertained for the
Safety of Tientsin.

Latest Dispatches State That the
Whole Population IL Preparing for
Defence-The City Crowded with
TerrOr-Stricken Refugees - Adja-
cent Villages Join the InsurEent
MOVcment-Fugitive Driven Out
by Armed Hands-ForeiEn LeRa-
tiOns at PeISin Telegraph to the
Fleets at TaISu for Immediate Re
enfOreements-An Attack Expected.
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THE CHICAGO LABOR WAR.
Expectations of Peaceful an,
Speedy settlement.

Speedy Settlement.
CHICAGO. June 9.-The Building Trades
Council Will lend its assistance 70 make a
success Of the conferences which are pro-
posed TO be held between representatives
OF the unions and the building contractors.
At a meeting OF the council last night the
ote was almost unanimous 10 instruct the
secretary to inform the contractors that
he council would ask its ahaatsd bodies
to name committees.
This action of the council is looked On
as a long step in the direction Of a peace
full ard speedy settlement of the labor
trouble While the date for the first con-
ference has not been definitely settled. il
is believed that it viii take place Monday
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FRANKFORT. KY. June e.-Ths ad-
ministration ball which was postponed on
account of the death of Governor Goebel,
took place at the Capitol Hotel last night.
The bali was attended by 4eo prominent
people. Governor Beckham led the ad-
ministratiOn march Mrs Beckham, moth
er of the Governor. assisted BY the wives
Of the State officers, Court Of Appeal
judges. and society people. stood in reeep-
ton line
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THE LAFAYETTE STATUE.

Impressive Ceremonies to Attend Its
UnS CLING at Paris.
PARIS. June 9.-Important fetes are
being planned in connection with the un-
yelling Of the statue of Lafayette, pre-
sented by American children to France
which will take place on July f.
President Loubet has promised to be
present and assist in the ceremony. "a
Delcasse. Minister OF Foreign Affair." has
informed the Cabinet that the American
House Of Representatives approved the ad
dress of sympathy that was to be sent
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RaisIng MiIitia in Virginia.

RICHMOND. Va. June S.-GOvernor
Ter. after a conference with Adjutani c
eral Male has decided that no milit
companies are 70 be organized in the ci
of the State The purpose OF the Governor
Is 10 encourage raising companies in rural
districts where they are sometimes great
ly needed Governor Tyler thinks that
most Of the cities are well supplied with
troops
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PROF. CHRISTIAN SAFE.
Kansas Normal Regents Decide Not
TO Remove Him.

EMPoRIA, Kan, June s,-The Kansas
State Normal Regents, by a tie vote, have
decided not to dismiss Oscar Chrisman
from his professOrship
The fight agains- Professor Chrisnan
was made because af his paper read be-
fore the Mothers Congress at Des Moizes
last month, in the course OF which he de-
clared that man never loves
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Mr.. UtermehIe Files a Caveat

Charles H. utermehle today filed cave
at to the probating of the will
of the late George w. Utermehle.
dated December Z. 1884, The ca
veator is a grand son OF the deceasas
and alleges that tie testator was of nm.
sound mind at the time of the making of
tie will
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Through Train Service to Atlantic
CIV via PennSyIvnnia RniIrond.

Commcncing June o. and continuing Until
September / through train Of vestibuled COACHES
and buffet parlor cars Wil leave Washington week
d1ys AZ IS p. m. arriving Atlantic City $50
D. m Returning. leave Atlantic CITY $50 D. n
arriving Washington. 90 p. m. Via Delaware
Bridge route without change Of cars
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Hazel s,vor. I'm ns Juar-

BUFFALO. June 9.-John R. Hazel re-
ceived his appointment as United States
District Judge Of the Western district of
New York at noon yesterday, ard later
took the oath of Office
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1900-06-09
The sinh I'm Pnris.

PARIS. June 9.-The Shah Of Persia
travelling incognito, arrived in France to-
day to take the waters at ContrexeviIle.
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Popular ID. & o. battlefield Excur.
sion. 81 20.

leave Washington 8 a m. June 10, visiting Har-
pers Ferry, Antietam. and Hagerstown leaving
ast-named place at : p m. direct fo4 Wash-
ington. $3.50 for the round trip. Tickets sold
from intermediate stations
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sI-25 To baltimore mad Re SI.25
turn Win PennnsyIxanta RaiIrond-

Tickets on sale Saturday ard sunday June Q
and 10, coed 10 rSturn until Monday. June II
All trains except Congressional Limited.
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PoPE's CONDITION SERIOUS.
Supreme POntif's Near Relatives
Summoned to His Side.

LONDON, June s.-A despatch from
Rome TO the Daily Mail" says that the
condition of the Pope is such that his rel
atives have been summoned. Only his
doctors, the domestic prelates, and Car
dinal Rampolla are allowed in his private
room.
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$3.50 specIaI Recreation Trip. sa-.o

To cold Point Norfolk, and Virginia Beach.
via Norfolk & Washington steamer, Saturday. 80
p. m Tickets TO Fort Monroe and Norfolk. good
to return Sunday night, $3.50 Schedule page z.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1900-06-09
CHESAPEAKE BBACH-0N THE BAY


Trains leave District Bze depot, 10 a. m. IL a.
m, 2, 5, p. m SOC Tocnd trip
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FIGHTING FOR THE QUEEN.
Thirty-six Peers and Twenty-seven
COmmOnerS Mt the Front

COmmOnerS mt the Front.
LONDON, June "a canvass of the
members Of the House OF Lords and the
House of Commons shows that thirty-six
peers and twenty-seven Commoners are
serving with the British forces in South
Africa.
or this number nineteen peers and sew
enteen eommoners are volunteers.
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81 To philadelphia and Return -
Win Pennsylwanfa RaiIrnfd

Account Republican National Convention
Tickets on sale and good going June IS 10 10
good to return until June 26
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cam You nIre s0 Feet,

. The n ThOmpsOns do at Chesapeake Beach o..ly.
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b. & o. Weekend Country Ex-

Tickets sold Saturdays and Sundays, for return
until Monday following. at reduced rates from
Washington TO Charlestown. Frederick, Annapolis
Junction, and intermediate points
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No delay; prompt lumber service;
best mill Wurk-lowest bids BY 2. Libhsy Co.
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The Music ut Chesapeake Beach
Is Haley's Band and Orchestra every afternoo
and eyen.sg. Dancing.
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Complete supplies, lumber, miiIworL,
hardware always call to see Frank Libbey Co
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when You hear of lowered lumber
prices see F. Libbey 4 Cove are always stili
lower. -1'-
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THE BOXERS PRAISED.

An Imperial Edict Condemns Native
Troops for Attacking Them.
LONDON, June "a belated Tientsin
despatch has reached here, showing that
the authorities in China are in sympathy
with the Boxer movement.
An Imperial edict was issued on June
praising the rebels and condemning the
Chinese troops for attacking them
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LONDON, June 9.-Despatehes from
South Africa are infrequent and brief.
General Roberts has rot yet indicated that
his plans for future operations have been
mstured. but the War Office expects 10 hear
az any time that he has undertaken opera
tions to bring the resistance OF the rowing
Boer forces to an end.
The 5urghers are still quite active in the
northern part Of the Orange Free State. as
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1900-06-09
FRENCH LEAVE YUNNAN-FU.

Viceroy Admits His Inability to Pro-
tect Foreigners.
PARIS, June "a despatch from Yum
nan-Fu, dated June Z, says that the Vice
roy declared his inability to protect for
eigners from the Boxers.
The French CoDsuls at Yunnan-Fu and
Mongtsze have retired TO TOng-King. and
nave taken the agents and the mission
aries with them.
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When You see good lumber, remem-
Der F. Libbey Co. have the best. none excepted.
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s1-25 to baltimore and Return via
B. & o. Saturday and snndnx

June and 10. good for return until following
Monday. Tickets ceod On all trains except Royal
Limited.
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PRICE ONE CENT
ROUTED BY THE INDIANS
Mexican Forces Surprised by a
Flank Attack of ihe Mayas.

General Braves Troops Driven Back
Seven Miles While Marching Upon
Chan Santa Cruz, the Rebel Strong
hoId-InsurEents Well Armed with
Aauser Rifles and Rapid-Ffre Guns
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Better lumber and lower prices Keep
US busy and solve the problem Can at 9th
and y. Y. ave.
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FIynn's business College, sth md X.
ss-census o6sce Exsrinstion-Ss
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Best boards i'm town. and seasoned
$50 per 100 # Always try Us first F. Libbey
Co,
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CIenr doors ..nIv So eneh.

II inch. no knots, ready for use. at eih aud
y. ave.
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bato to attack a heavy force which was
supposed 10 be under command OF Pho del
Pillar No results have been reported.
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TSeaIl

Accompanying the afidayits is this state
ment;
The following list of Witsesz cox of
these facts and many others: Char es ].
Nairn, saddler; James S,g2or, wheel
wright; George E Be,lar, lab1rsr; -
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POLICE WILL NOT PERFORM.
The Field-Day of The Finest" Post
poned Till Next Week.

On account of several designations in
the police force and the number of new
men recently attached it has been
found impossible to perfect arrange
ments for holiday or field-day today al
Punahou as intended. The event will
however in all probability come of
next week.
Special officer Tom Cox is giving
boxing instructions to his brother Off
GERS at 6 a. m. every morning and on
certain afternoons. Under his tutorage
are developing several experts with
the paded mitts.
Revolver shooting is now claiming
the attention of the men of the force;
hitherto their knowledge of the science
OF pistol practice has been extremely
limited, but it is expected that they
will soon become as expert in the use
OF the short gun as they are with the
rifle. A revolver competition will be
carried out in due course.
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GOSSIP OF THE TRACK
Trainers and Their Charges Have
an Easy Day.

framing quarters wore a peaceful
aspect yesterday and hardly a horse
was on the track. Monday is an off
day in racing as in other professions
and yesterday did not prove an excep-
ton to the general rules.
Fred Eros, Violin, Albert NJ. and
most of the other harness horses were
given easy work on the road
Flammerif, Antidote and Lorene c..
galloped three miles on the road.
Allegro was given a strong gallon.
General Cronje was given swimming
exercise
Vloris, Weller and Sir Cassirmire
We're out on the road; the latter's leg
is nearly we'll
McFarlane's good green FLY has
been named Ahui Manu-, the name of
her owners ranch.
freq Harrlson's bay gelding will
hereafter be known as Pat.
The picture labelled "Hilo Race
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Family Lunch Rooms

VIII reopen on Thursday. April 18th.
al It's old stand. Merchant street
Woman's Exchange building 5527
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Beats His Wife.

kanakaaukai, the native who was up
before Judge Wilcox last week for Sc
Verely cutting his wife about the face
and hands, and was discharged at the
instance of his wife, is again accused of
maltreatment. His wife appeared at
the police station yesterday, asking for
protection, alleging that her husband
had beaten her the night before Kama
kaaukai is at present out of Jail only
On suspension of sentence, and will like
ly receive a term of Imprisonment at
the hands of Judge Wilcox.