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Blackfoot news. (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1891-1902, 1900-07-21
COMMISSIONERS
PROCEEDINGS.
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Blackfoot news. (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1891-1902, 1900-07-21

NoTH--Bakmg powders made from alum and other
harsh, caustc acids are lower in price, hut
inferior in work and injurious to the stomach.
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
CHICAGO STRIKE
 ABOUT SETTLED All MachiniSts Will Return to Work Monday as Result
 of Conference.

Chicago, March 3O.-A settlement of the strike in the machine shops in Chicago was reached today at a conference held between officials of the unions and repre- sentatives of the employers. It is a settle ment which is to be national in its scope, and under its terms the general strike timed to involve the 100000 machinists of the country about April 1 will be averted.
 Work is to be resumed Monday here, as well as in other cities where machinists are on strike, pending arbitration of the issues in the controversy.
 The number of workmen affected by the decision to resume work is estimated to be about 10000. Of this total, 1000 are Chi- cagoans. From the terms of the settle ment drawn up and executed in writing the strikers are figuring out a victory. This claim is not disputed to any extent by the manufacturers, aho adnit that concessions have been made.
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
Kentuckians Flee to Indians.

Indianapolis, Ind, March 3O-Charles P. Finley, ex-secretary of state of Kentucky, whose name has been very prominently mentioned in connection with the troubles in Kentucky which resulted in the death of Governor Goebel is in this city, and has been for a week. He is staying with Sheriff Clark at the county jail.
 Other Kentuckians are in the city who have been prominent in republican politics in Kentucky Governor Mount has officially recognized MT. Taylor as governor of Ken lucky, and has said he would not honor any requisition coming from MT. Beckham. It is said this avowed position of the governor has caused Kentuckians who are wanted at home by the authorities in connection with the Goebel investigation to come here, and some of those here have expressed them selves as feeling perfectly safe from being sent back to Kentucky, even should f.pers come for their persons.
 Sheriff Clark admitted today MT Finley was with him, though in the capacity of guest rather than prisoner.
 "Mr. Finley" said he today, "does not feel that he is criminal, but it may not be best for him to appear too much in public for a time'
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
Engiand's Downfall Not Improbable

Paris, MarcA 31.-Count AdeDbert Stern berg, the Austrian officer who fought un- der General Cronje, and who was among the prisoners taken at Paardeberg dis cusses in the Gaulois today the possibility of conquering England. He says:
 This is not so paradoxical as some news papers say. We must not forget that. in the event of serious war, all the enemies of England, now obedient through force, would rise, beginning with Ireland and Egypt"
 He does not think it would be possible to save the Suez canal but even If England succeeded there, other means would be found of realizing Napoleons dream of continental blockade, not by governments as formerly. but by boycotting English manufacturers
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
KILLED THREE MEN
 AND THEN HIMSELF
A Varnisher Became Insane and Fired a Revolver Promis-
 cuousIy in Chicago.

Cincinnati, March 30.-In a fit of insanity William Gard, aged 23 years and single, today shot three men and then killed him. self.
 Gard was a varnisher at the Victor Safe and Lock Works.
 He was known as a sober, industrious man, who supported his widowed mother While the employees of the Victor works were taking their noon lunch, Gard, with out provocation or warning, commenced firing promscuously at them, and caused such consternaton that a riot alarm was turned in and patrol wagons hastened to the plant. It was found that E. Miller of Madisonville was shot in the head and fa- tally injured. Thomas Waldron was shot through the nose, and John cuthjahr was shot through the shoulder. Other shots went astray.
 Gard then fled to the home of his mother and shot himself, dying instantly.
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
spencer wilkinson's Views

London, March S1.-Mr Spencer Will1in-
 son, dealing with the military situation in
 his article in the Morning Post today, says:
 "The engagement which Lord Roberts re- ports could not have been very serious. The importance of the action lies in the fact that the Boers will probably for some time be shy of approaching British out posts. It would be rash to say that Lord Roberts is not about to advance immediate ly. The date of the advance wiM be secret so as to prevent the enemy learning of it. Presumably Lord Kitchener is now at Bloemfontein, and this may be taken an indication of the imminence of the advance.
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
THE MURDERER OF
 KIRKLEY IS CAUGHT
Gang of Crooks Surrounded and Captured by Bir-
 mngham Detectives and Chattanooga Police.

subject in the columns of the Morning Post.
 He proceeds, however, to say that Sir Redvers Butler and most of the officers of distinction share his views, and then adds:
 Tt is strange that officers in the field should hold more tolerarIt views than pre- vail at Glome However it is not, perNl aps, the first time that victorious gladia tors have been surprised to see thumbs turned down in the imperial box
 He protests against the spirit of venge- aree, which can only delay the attainment Of peace,'' adding:
 Beware of driving men to desperation. UVen cornered rat is dangerous. We de- sire speedy peace. The last thing we want Is that the War should enter the guerilla phase. Those who demand an eye for ar eye and tooth for tooth should ask
 themselves whether such barren spells are worth five years of bloody partisan war fare"
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
ROBERTS HAS 4
 STIFF FIGHT Lost [ Officers and 1OO Men Near BIOemfOntein ADVANCE MOVEMENT BEGUN President Kruger Issues ProcIama- tion Warning Inhabitants of
 BIoemfontein That He
 Will Shell City.
ADVANCE MOVEMENT BEGUN

London, March 31.-(4:15 a. m.)-The head of the army of Lord Roberts Is now twenty one miles north of Bloemfontein. It occu- after a stiff fight, in which the British lost seven officers and 100 men.
 The Boers had been using these kopjes as a base for marauding bands that have been beating up the country adjacent to Bloemfontein for supplies driving off cat tie and forcing nonresident Free Staters into their ranks again. The enemy must have been. in considerable force, as Lord Roberts fent 5000 infantry and 5000 cavalry against them.
 Lord Roberts progress to Pretoria will probably consist of a series of such forward movements, in which Boer positions will be attacked by a portion of the army advanc- ing rapidly with wheel transports, the main army eolning up as the railroad is repaired.
 Lord Roberts is stripping the forces in the minor spheres of operations of their wagons and transport animals in order to hasten the advarce. This Is understood to be the reason Why he recalled Lord Methuen from Barkley West to Kimberley. Lord Roberts had to hdVe Methuen's transport.
 The reason why hot chase was not made after Commandant Olivier is that Lord Roberts did not wish to wear out the cavalry transport. General French lost 5000 horses in the relief of Kimberley and the pursuit of General Cronje. Lord Rob- erts lost 5000 trasport cattle at Watervaal drift, and it is estimated that he has lost 40O0 other animals since the forward move ment began on February 13
 The advance Beyond Bloemfotein is through a bare country, and the supply off, ficers foresee an increasing difficulty in providing for a great army moving along single line of railroad. even when the lat ter is working smoothly and with ample rolling stock. i--'-
 The Canadian mounted rifles were part of the force that occupied Kenharat yester- day.
 The rebellion throughout the northwest district of Cape Colony Is almost suppress ed.
 The Goth will sail today (Saturday) with six hundred men for St. Helena, to guard General Cronje and four thousand prison CTS
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
nirectors and Oacers Named

Chicago. March 3O.-Names of the direc- tors and officers of the new American sheet Steel company were announced today as follows: Directors, D. G. Reid, w. T. Graham, W. B. Leeds. w. II. Moore, Hen ry Wick, R. M. Gilbert, w. E. Refs, J.. A. Topping, R. J. Beatty. President, D.. G. Deod Vice-president. J. G. Battefe. Sec ond vice-president, M. I. Arms. Third vice. president, A. w. Brown. Fourth vice-presi- dent, J. A. Topping. Treasurer. Fred Wheeler Secretary, -. -. Scott. General western manager, R. J. Beatty.
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
SCOTT WILL NOT BETRAY YOUTzEY His Conversation Was One of
 Absolute Secrecy, WOULD CAUSE AN EXPLOSION If He Should Tell All the Republican Party Would be Destroyed in
 Kentucky and Taylor
 Would Hang.
WOULD CAUSE AN EXPLOSION

Frankfort, Ky, March 30.-In reference to the report that he proposed to give Henry Youtzey, secretary to Auditor Sweeney, a part of the $1OOOOO reward if Youtzey would confess what he knew about the Goebel assassination, Colonel James Andrew Scott gave out the following state ment tonight:
 My hands are tied, and I can't talk for fear of seeming to betray the confidence of client, as the statement that Youtzey made to me was as an attorney He came to me in his own motion, invited me to the rear room of my office and besought me to go to Winchester and see his brother in-faw and save him If We could. At the clese of our interview, which lasted ex- actly two hours, had only time to catch a train. l went to Winchester, where, at the solicitation of his brother-ln-law and after the solemn promise of secrecy, l revealed to h4m all that Youtzey had told me, as Youtzey had requested me to do. What this was no mortal Will ever know from me. He did say before he asked me to act as his attorney that 1T he told what he knew 1t would cause an explosion that could blow the republican party out of ex- lstence and hang Tyalor and that he would become am outcast. With every mans hand against him, with no chance to earn a livelihood, and that on that account he ought to share in the reward.
 R fused Large Fees
 q have never been interested, directly or indirectly in any reward. I have re- fused employment with promises of large fees in the of tpn of 10 dafa
 T have not been employed in the prose- cution. In the absence of both the county attorney and the commonwealth's attorney I was requested by MT. Justus Goebel to investigate the case of MT. Taul, and did so, and advised his release. While making this investigation I accidentally learned that MT. Youtzey was to be arrested, and as an act of kindness and courtesy to his brother-in-law l advised MT. Goebel to send fer him, which he did. After he came Jus,tus Goeibel said to me that on my ac- count Youtzey should not be arrested with out notice to me. No notice was given me- however.
 q returned from Winchester after being assured by his brother-in-law that they would wash their hands of the whole mat ter and after I had assured them that I would do the same.
 II could not be induced to take a fee to prosecute Youtzey after what had passed between us. He is my youngest sons most intimate friend and companion, as they have hunted and fished together for years. He is boyish and impusive, and easily led by mean and more designing men. If 1t should turn out that he is guilty I shall intercede for mercy for him. What he needs most now is to be protected from some of his friends, who are the dupes of republicans who trying to make capital out of my connection with the case, which is the most cruel stab of ingratitude that l have ever received"
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
severe Snow storm

Vienna, March 30-The severest snow storm known here in many years began yesterday Today the streets have been im- passable, and the tramways suspended traffic. Provisions ran short and not until late this afternoon were the street clean CTS thousands of whom were called out, able to clear the principal thoroughfares sufficiently to allow even slight resump- tion of traffic. Many trains are long over due and quite number have had to be dug out.
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
The Execnlipe sess,nn

Washington. March 3O.--In the executive session of the senate today the protocol of the peace treaty agreed upon between the representatives of the United States and Spain was received. The protocol extends from a year from the time within which residents of the Philippines can decide as 10 allegiance.
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
Another ( orsoI ia ion

Pittsburg, Pa. March 30.-The Post will say tomorrow: Following the reorganiza- tion of the Carnegie Steel company, limited Is project to consolidate the interest of the American Steel and Iron Works owned by Jones and Laughllns, limited, and Laughlins and Company, limited. Just what the proposed new corporation will be capitalized at 1t has not been learned. The capital stock of Jones and Laughins, lim- tied, is s4,OOO.OO0 all paid in"
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
Kruger to sombArd nlnemronteln

London, March S1.-The Boemfontein cor- respondent of the Daily Chronicle, tele- graphing Thursday, March 29, says:
 "President Kruger's latest proclamation warns the women and children to leave Bloemfontein within five days, as he in- tends to Lombard and. destroy the city and to shoot the burghers whom he captures there
 Vigorous measures have been taken by the British to Lharass maraudpg bands of Transvaal Boers. The latter are resorting to guerrilla methods, chiefly against Free Staters who refuse to join Kruger"
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
rowds Leaving Havana

Havana. March 3O.-Every stamer leaving here tomorrow will be crowded. Every state room and every available cot has been engaged and all on the three vessels are bound for American ports. The local papers bewail the early quarantine laying stress upon the fact that there has been no case of yellow fever reported during the last five weeks and that April is invariably oa,e of the most healtful months in Havana
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
Fifth ( CavaIry Home Again

Newport News, Va, March 30.-The three troops of the Fifth cavalry which arrived yesterday on the transport Fitzpatrick from Porto Rico, left this evening at o'clock over the c. & O. railroad for Jefferson bar racks, Mo-
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
,burcbt,I Registers a Kick

London. March a.-Mr Winston Church. ill., fin long dispatch from Durban. ex- presses regrets that the Morning Post does not support him -in his views regarding the treatment of rebels. He says he de- sires to give a full explanation of his views hereafter, but will not again allude to the
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
Clements at Koffyfontaiu

London, March 31.-A dispatch to the Daily Mail from Koffy fontein, dated Thurs day, March 29, says:
 General Clements flying column, after a forced march of thirty-seven miles yester- day, arrived here unopposed."
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
FIGHTING WAS FIERCE
Tuckersmith Division Led the Attack
 With Great Success

Bloemfontein. March 3O.-The attack upon the Boers holding the kopjes near Kareo siding station, a few miles south of Brand fort, was made by Tucker-Smith division with the cooperation of French's cavalry The attacking troops included large force of Australians. Colonel Knight, with 100 New South Wales mounted infantry, in- cluded in Legailai brigade, attacked the right flank A long chain of kopjes was held by the Boers and there was severe fighting all along the line of attack. The approach was very steep, like fortress, and the troops were unable to make head way until the infantry made an attack up on the front. The cavalry went round the right flank of the Boers and used their Vickers-M Maxim freely.
 An army hospital was established in a cottage under the shelter or large kopje The Boer shells came right over the kopjes and landed near the hospital, which it was necessary to evacuate. The Boers slowly retreated upon Brandforr, taking their dead and wounded with them. Meanwhile the cavalry, including the Australian Horse and the Sydney Lancers, under Cap tain Cox, brlgaded with Porter's brigade. The Carbineers, Scots Greys and the In- niskillings received severe shell fire. The Boers had evidently marked the range, and when the troops advanced the enemy's fire was less accurate.
 The Colonials displayed great coolness under fire. Many horses were killed in the cavalrys flank attack.
 fl Tine Boers Fled
 The Beers fled, and all our troops pushed forward, and now hold an excellent posi- tion upon the large kopjes recently Gleld by the Boers.
 The farmers are in the faager fighting, leaving the women and children on the farms, which they are confident the Eng fish will not touch. Many of these farmers would surrender their arms. but for the fear that the Johannesberg pIice would attack tder farms in revenge for doing so.
 The Boers are known to hold Brandfort in some strength probably 5000.
 Achievements afraid to move direct to their support and content with holding their position, which is threatened by the cavalry advance
 The whole action was rather insignificant, many regiments received their baptism of fire and showed splendid coolness. We have now secured fine position facing the large plain before Brandfort.
 Rudyard Kipling was present during the fight.
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
O'Bierne Confers N ith Mckinley

O'Bierne Confers N ith Mckinley Washington, March S0.-General James R. O OBierne, who was appointed by President Kruger commissioner extraordinary of the Transvaal republic had long interviews
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The age-herald., 1900-03-31

Chattanooga, Tenn, March 30-0Special) The police this morning arrested a gang of eight crooks with the assistance of de- tective W. A. Disheroon and G. H. Bodeker, of Birmingham, three of whom have been positively identified by the latter officers as three of the gang implicated in the re- cent robberies of Birmingham, and in the shooting of Policemen Kirkley and Adams. Their names are Frank Duncan, John D. West and Tom Fay, and the Birmingham detectives are certain that West Is the slayer of Policeman Kirkley. The story of their capture is an interesting one. When the recent series of robberies began at Bir- mlngham, Chief Hill of this city realized that an old gang of crooks he had been watching for some time were again up and doing. When the murder of Kirkley oc- cured Chief Hill put himself in commune cation with Chief Austin of Birmingham, and by comparing notes, etc, they learned that on last Monday night after the shoot ing of Kirkley, the gang had scattered to rendezvous at Charley Haas boarding
 
 the corner of Cowart street and Montgom- cry avenue, this city, on the night of Thursday, March 29. Birmingham Detectives Arrive So on Thursday morning Chief Austin d.s- patched to this city two of the best de- .tectives on the Birmingham force, W. A. Disheroon and G. H. Bodeker, who reached here that afternoon. At o'clock p. m / Thursday Chief Hill detailed certain off, cers and detectives to surround the Haas house, and gave orders to keep the place under police surveillance and to report from time to time until further notice from him.
 The work was done very skilfully, but no one entered the place until about o'clock yesterday morning, at which time two suspicious characters entered.
 An hour or two later few more came in, and they continued arriving by twos and threes until o'clock, by which time eight very crooked looking persons had gathered in the house. Still the order to close In them not forthcoming, Chief Hill preferrng to wait until the en- tire gang had reached their rendezvous be- fore acting. Finally at 10 o'clock yester- day morning he gave orders to close in on the gang.
 The raid was carried out admirably. Off, flcers quietly surrounded the house, after which Detective Smith and Detectives  Disher9on and Bodeker mounted the stairs eight men.
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
General Scra mbIe Followed

general scramble followed. The men rushed to the windows and attempted to jump out, but seeing that the place was surrounded by policemen, gave up and all lowed themselves to be handcuffed, and were removed to the city jail. From the persons of Duncan, West and Fay the of- ficers removed $2OO in cash, lot of car- tridges and express money order receipts, dated from Birmingham on Tuesday last, showing that they had sent something over $l,OOO to parties in Indiana. These parties were next examined, first by Chief Hill and the Birmingham officers, and later by Re- corder Cummings, a Times representative being present at both
 Frank Duncan denied that he was ever in Birmingham, but when cornered by Chief ! Hill refused to talk.
The age-herald., 1900-03-31
One Has an Ugly lear

John West, who has ugly scar on his throat was next examined and contradicted Duncan, saying that he and the latter came to this city last Tuesday from Birmingham, and that they had met Fay here. All three told rambling and absurd stories as to their business. etc.
 The other five members of the gang were released this afternoon. Duncan, West and Fay will be held here until Monday. when Chief Austin can make the proper requisi- ton from Governor McMillin to take them back to Birmingham. which will be on that day.
 Detective Bodckcr Is quite certain that Officer Adams will be able to Identify two of the three men caught here as the parties
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The age-herald., 1900-03-31
THE WEATHER.

WARMER SUNDAY IN NORTHWEST PORTION; FRESH NORTHERLY WIND.
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