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The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
WON BY CAMBRIDGE.
But the Rowing Contest Was a Pitiful Pre-
cession.

London. March 31.-The create st
rowing contest of Europe, that be-
tween the Oxford and Cambridge
crews, ended today in a most pitiful
procession. The only interesting feat
ure was that the record time was
euualled. Even this performance was
mnmized by the fact that Cambridge
won on one OF the strongest flood
tides that has marked a race day in
wears, and in perfect weather condi-
lions.
The crowds were in no way dimin-
ished from the tremendous proper
tons of recent years, but there was
no chance for enthusiasm. 1t is a
long time since the race was SO bar
rem of features.
If pressed, Cambridge probably
could have smashed all records.
Oxford is officially estimated to
have been beaten by one minute, but
as a matter Of fact the dark blues had
ceased rowing before they reached the
winning post and about a quarter of a
mile separated at the finish one of~the
best from one of the worst crews that
ever appeared in this classic event. At
no time in the race did Oxford appear
to make any serious efforts to catch
up with their rivals, who led from the
start The losers were beaten before
the race began, and the hundreds of
thousands that blackened the banks
OF the Thames realized it.
The course was the usual one from
Putney to Martlalle, and the official
time of the winner was IS minutes II
seconds. 1t was the 57th annual race
between the two colleges.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
cUBA's ONLY FRIENDS THE DEMOCRATS
What Pettegrew and Butler Are Saying, As
Reported by FL Cubano.
(By the Associated Press

Havana, March 31.-United States Sen
ators Butler and Pettigrew are repre-
scented by FL Cubano today as saying
they were convinced that the Cubans are
fit for SELF government; that the Cubans
want independence and are not the cne-
mics of the people of the United States,
but are grateful to them. The Cubars I'll
Cubano, represents the Senators as say
ing they are resentful Of the conduct u
President Mckinley for not fulfilling he
sacred promise of the joint resolution.
They are perfectly sure that President
Mckinley will not do anything to make
Cuba independent but en- the contrary all
his resolutions tend to strengthen the
military hold of the United States on the
island in order TO convert Cuba into an
American colony.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
CEN. CAMERON DIES
The Funeral viii Take Place
in Richmond.
General Cameron Was Adutant- General Under
Governor Holt and Man of Prominence
and Character Here.

Richmond, Va, March 31.-(SpeciaD
General Francis Hawkes. Came
ron died tonight at eleven thirty
seven. Funeral will be held here.
General Cameron's death will be
read in Raleigh with deep regret. He
was member of one of the most
prominent families in North Carolina,
man of lofty character and superior
mental endoWments. Under Governor
Holt he was Adjutant General Of the
State and filled the office with con
spicuous ability.
He was long identified with the in
surance business here, and was ac-
counted one of the best insurance
men in the South. About three years
ago he left this city for Richmond,
Virginia. His health has been failing
for some time. and his death there
fore was not wholly unexpected.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
DEWEY TO TAR HEELS
A Brief Talk to Admirers at
Greensboro.
Told He'd Make Good President, Dewey Said,
Jestngly He Thought So; Not Much
Brains We're Needed.
Especial to News and Observer

Greensboro, n. c., March 3l.--Admiral
Dewey and Mrs. Dewey passed through
Greensboro at 1928 o'clock yesterday.
Quite a crowd collected around the private
car in which the party were travelling and
called the Admiral out and asked for a
speech After telling them what a nice
town Greensboro is. he said that he didn't
know anything else to say. Some one
said: Admiral, the people down here
think you would make good PRESIDENT"
Yes" he replied. Il think so myself.
1t don't doesn't take much brains to
make President"
The convict joni Cook, who was shot a
few days ago while attempting TO escape,
died yesterday.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
DECIDES FOR SEPARATE SCHOOLS.
The Negroes Of Alton Will Appeal to the su-
preme Court.

Alton, Ills, March 31.-The jury in the
case Of Scott Bibb VS.. the Mayor and City
Council of Alton, known as the Colored
School Case, brought a verdict today for
the city. The case is a celebrated ere,
and involves the question OF separate
schools for white and colore1 children.
Bibb, who represented the colored people
Of Alton. charged that the colored chill
dren were excluded from the public
schools. This is the third time the case
has been tried in the Cir ,i+ court. III
appeal will be taken tn the Supreme
court
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
ALAN lance.

Graham, \. c.. March 31.-From ev-
cry township in old Alamance today
came good delegations to attend the
Democratic convention which was call
ed TO order at noon by Dr. Il. A. Free
man who with f. l.. Williamson, Esq,
were chosen chairman and secretary.
Dan H. Mclean, OF Harnet who was
expected to address the meeting was
absent on account of illness in his
family.
Twenty-eight delegates and a like
number of alternates were chosen to
attend the State convention at Raj
eioh. A new executive committee was
chosen. and Jacob A. Long elected
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
COTTON ACREAGE INCREASED.
New Methodist Church Nearly Completed New
Baptist and Episcopal Churches Soon
Especial 10 News and Observer

Especial 20 News and Observer)
Louisburg, n. c., March 31-The Louis
burg Lumber Company have just finished
their mill. and it is n modern, up to-date
plant, with a capacity of thirty-five thou
sand feet per day.
The farmers are making use of the ia
vorable weather in getting ready for
planting. The acreage in tobacco will
doubtless be decreased, while that for
cotton will be increased. The acreage of
corn will also be increased in this sec
ton.
The Methodist church is nearing COM
pletion, and ii is quite a handsome brick
structure. Work on the new Baptist and
Episcopal churches will soon begin. 1t is
expected that the auditorium for the Fee
male college will be built this spring and
summer.
The Opera House has had several pop
ular attractions recently The Herald
Square Opera Co. is billed for next Thurs
day night, April s. and they will no doubt
have good house.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
Annie Oakley in This Match.
(By the Associated Press. }

New York, March 31.-Mailed-By far
the biggest pigeon shooting tournament
in the world-the grand American handi-
cap. will be decided next week at the
new grounds of the Interstate Associa-
ticn near Queens, Long Island Over 200
of the best wing shots of the country,
representing every State in the Union,
will have part in the event and during
the week over 10000 pigeons will be
trapped There are POS entries, includ-
ing two women, Annie Oakley, of Nutley,
N j.. and Mrs. Johnson, of Minneapolis.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
MAKE l6 TO | THE ISSUE
And They May Then be Able to Re
eject Mckinley.
Mr.. oTTENDoaFER PREFERS Mr.. BRYAN
Thousands and Thousands of Men Who Voted
For Mckinley Last Year, Mr.. Often
dorfer Says, VIII Vote For
BRYAN This Year.
nr The Associated Press.D

New York, March 31.--The World
tomorrow will say:
Oswald Ottendorfer, editor Of the
Staats Zeitung, was interviewed by q
World reporter on the political issues
of the day and the prospects of the
coming national campaign.
personally, and speaking only for
myself said Mr.. Ottendtrfer, Il
would prefer Bryon's election 70 Nc
Kinley's reelection.
in my opinion he Kansas City
convention would do II wise thing by
remaining silent on jhc free silver is
sue. | do not sug:rcSt Il trimming Of
sails to fool the people on Tie money
question, or thar The contention
should repudiate the platform o. 1856.
But there is no reason Why he ID 10 /
issue should be brought forward this
year.
THE Democratic party has a great
opportunity if it looks forward and
not backward. 4 great majority of
the people Of this country do not
wish to be forced to vote for Mckin-
lcyism, Imperialism and militarism
and | am convinced that thousands
and thousands of voters who four
years ago preferred Mckinley to Bry-
an are now ready to prefer Bryan to
Mckinley. OF course they might pre-
fer to vote for some one in place OF
Bryan
''Do you think Bryan would have a
chance of winning?"
Yes. if he and his friends do not
insist upon a radical reafirmation OF
the Chicago platform. The Republi-
cans have only one hope of re-elect-
ing Mckinley and that hope is that
they can again make 16 to / the issue
against the Democratic party
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
MECKLENBURG.

Charlotte, n. c., March 31.-The
county Democratic convention con
vened here today to ratify the action
of the primaries. Capt. w. W. Audrey
was elected permanent chairman. The
convention ordered that the vote of
the entire delegation be cast for Com
missioner Patterson, whose name was
inadvertently left off the ticket Law
yer j. W. KeeranS name was then
presented as candidate to succeed
the late Judge Battle. The conven-
ton unanimously endorsed Keerans.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
For Robbing His Sisters House.
Especial to News and observer.)

NJIVF[ItI W NIIU VUaVI
Winston. n. c., March 31.-Winston
shipped 1.S59,246 pounds of manufactured
tobacco this month, a gain of 154.07O
pounds over March, 1899. Leaf tobacco
sales this month aggregated 2G64Sl8
pounds. Average price $7.13 per hundred.
James Dunnigan, a white man, WAS
bound over to the Criminal court today
charged with burglarizing the house OF
his sister, Mrs. Charles MGl,ic1n ard
stealing $35. Some OF the money found
in his possession was identified
Judge Robinson decided today to hold
Davie court, despite the small pox scare.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
ELON COLLEGE BASEBALL TEAM.
Rev. w. s. Long For supt. of Schools. Lecturer
Called Home by Sickness.
Especial to News and Observer

Especial to News and Observer.)
Elon College, n. c., March 31.-The Col
lege baseball nine left this morning for
Gulford, where they will cross bats this
afternoon with the Guilford team.
Rev. Frank S. Child, D. D., of Fairfield,
Conn, who arrived Wednesday TO deliver
a weeks course of lectures, was called
home by telegram yesterday announcing
the death of one of his friends.
Rev. Jere Holt, of Burlington, lectured
to the ministerial students Wednesday
afternoon.
DR.. w. s. Long, the first president of
the college, and now superintendent of
County Schools for Alamance, is being
urged by friends over the State and at
home to be a candidate for State Superin-
tendent of Public instruction.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
FORSYTH.

Winston, n. c., March 31.-The For
syth Democrats held an enthusiastic
convention today and elected dele
gates to the State convention. Adj
dresses were made by the two candi-
dates for State Treasurer, Hon. II. A.
London, of Chatham, and Col. w. IL.
s. Burgwyn. of Henderson. While the
delegates were not instructed for any
candidates there is a strong sentiment
here in favor of Mr.. London for State
Treasurer.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
MACHINIsTs STRIKE CALLED OFF.
Agreement Reached With Bosses and Mel
Ordered Back to Work.
An The Associated Pros.

Chicago III, March 31.-The machin-
lists strike is over, and all through the
United States where the Union has ordered
strikes they have been declared off, and
the men will return 10 work on Monday,
an agreement having been reached with
the bosses. A formal order was at once
issued by President O'Connell, of the
Machinists Union declaring the strike off
and ordering the men back to work on
Monday.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
ROBSON.

Lumberton. n. c.. March 31.-The
Democratic convention was well at
tended today, Gen. I. +. Toon was
unanimously endorsed for Superinten-
dent of Public instruction. Besides
his eminent fitness for the position it
was urged that it was perhaps the last
time owing to the advanced age of
most of the old Confederates that they
could be placed on the State ticket.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
Kearsarge's Double Turret Success;
(By the Assoeiated Press.l

Washington, March 31-The following
telegram has been received at the Navy
Department from, Commander Foigef Ct
the battleship Kearsarge, Just returned
from a sea trial:
Fort Monroe. Va. March 30th, 1900.
Secretary of the Navy, Washington,
u. c.:
THE double turret thoroughly tested
and is an assured success both from mill
tary and structural standpoints. No in
reference between planes Of guns or in
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
Leads all News and Circulation

convenience from blast or smoke. The
structure tested with simultaneous dis
charges of three guns is amply strong 10
withhold the united shock of the four
guns of either turret The absence of
suitable electric device for simultaneous
discharge of all the guns prevented this
final test. Both pairs of eight-inch guns
tested in simultaneous firing"
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
SMALLPOX AT FLORAL COLLEGE.
Ed Lowry, Killer of Tucker Dial, Arrested in
Missouri

Lumberton, n. c.. March Silt is Off
cially announced that there are % cases
of small poy at Floral College, near Max
ton.
The sheriff received information today
that Ed. Lowry who killed Tucker Dial
last summer had been arrested in Mis-
souri,.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
PAMLICO.

Bayboro, \. c., March 31.-The Pam
leo county Democratic convention
was held today. 1t instructed for Ay-
cock for Governor. endorsed Chairman
Simmons. and State Senators Miller
and Ward.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
EX Senator C. H. Gibson Dead.
(By Tho Associated Press \

Washington, March BLK United
States Senator Charles II. Gibson, of
Maryland, died at . O'Clock this morning
OF heart disease at the residence of his
brother, Lieutenant Gibson. of the Navy,
in this city, where he has resided since
his retirement from the Senate.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
A TAR-HEEL WRESTLER.
Mark Setback Says he Holds the Lightweight
Championship Belt
Especial to News and observer.)

Charlotte. n. c., March 31.-Mark
Setback. of Charlotte, now at Hot Springs,
Ark, writes friend here that he is the
light weight champion wrestler of Amer
lea He holds the belt. so far unde
feated He goes to Memphis for weeks
engagement.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
HUNT DIES OF HIS WOUNDS.
1t is Thought That Mr. Farrior Will be
ACQUITTED.
Especial to News and Observer.

Especial to News and Observer)
Wilson, \. c.. March 31.-Hunt. the
man shot by Mr.. Farrier died at 1880 to-
night. 1t is believed that at the coro-
ner's inquest evidence will be introduced
that Will result in Mr.. Farriers acquit
tai
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
General Pana Surrenders to Kobbe.
(Ry tie Associated Press.

Manila, March S1.-The Chinese Cen
eral Pana, who has been terrorizing ana
devastating the Province Of Panay, has
surrendered at Legaspi. to Brigedier Gen.
eral Kobbe. who is bringing him to Ma
Mia.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01

w B. Crosby. of O'Fallon, lis. defeat
ed J. A. r. Elliott, Of Kansas City il a
l00-brd match at Interstate Park. l.. j.,
yesterday by a score of 81 to 81. Tnh
match was for the Review Medal and
500 side
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-04-01
Cornell Wins From Georgia.
CEv the Associated Press

TEN lHG AssOClaItU IItSS.J
Atlanta, Ga, March 31-Cornell Uni
versity defeated the University OF Geor-
gia here today. The game was charac-
terized by hard hitting and plenty of err
rors. Score:
X. II. e.
Cornell ......10121261x 10 .
Georgia .......0 1101022 o. IL
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1900-11-30
KING IS
A RAVING LUNATIC
The Result of Being Held Up
and Then Sand
ba99ed.

NEW YORK, Nov. 22.-W. f. Mellik.
former president of the National Bank of
Pocatello, Idaho, and Cattle King of
the Snake river, is now raving lunatic,
the result, it is thought, of being sand
bagged in Chicago a week ago.
He was taken to MorrStown n. j..
heavily ironed today and was committed
las private patient to the state hospital
at Morristown heights The commitment
was made at the instance of his father.
r. w Melllck, wealthy farmer of New
Germantown, n. j. James La Boyde an
attendant in the Detention hospital. Chi
cago, brought Mellick here. He tells the
story Of assault and robbery.
Mellick had been in Chicago several
days, had sold his cattle and was prepar-
ing to return to the Snake river country.
On the evening of November 18th, with
a large roll of bills, he started out to
visit the theaters. Late that night he
staggered into the hotel where he had
been staying and asked for a loan of 81
with which to pay the cabman for bring
ing him home. The cabman said he had
found Mellick out near Lincoln Park on
the boulevard, wandering around in a daz-
ed condition. His money, watch, rings
and all valuables We're missing. The next
morning Mellick drew a check for a mil
lion dollars and ordered a thousand dollar
banquet to be served by one hundred
walters in his room. The proprietor call
ed a physician and policeman and Mellick,
after a struggle, was taken to the deten-
! ton hospital.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1900-11-30
Nc .ARAGUAN. CANAL BILL
TO BE PUSHED THROUGH


&
be
will add this however know the Admins
before
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convene
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The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1900-11-30

Shenandoah not of lovable DISPOSE
ton, but a streak. Bly, is regarded af-
fectiouately by the stable cats.
Third Race-Special trotting and
pacing; best two heats in three: purse
500.
Tom Ryder (Cunningham) ...... /
Mongoose Judd NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..
Time, 2:5O1a; 2:45% both heats won
as desired Winner, w. H. Cunning
hams b. g.. Tom Ryder. Ryder went
through the mud like the old cam
paigner he is. Mongoose didn't, but
stayed to argue with the sticky patch
es. Scratched, Fred Eros.
! Fourth Race-Six furlongs, free for
all; purse s125.
Virgil A, a, 119 (Thomas) ........
Aggravation, 5, 119 (Opiopio) ..... {
General Cronje, a., 119 (Kaena) -. :
Time. 124; good start; won easily by
a length second, driving. Winner, j
r. Wilson's blk M, Virgie A, by True
: Briton-Big Bertha. Virgie much the
best. Aggravation short and running
out of her distance. General Cronje
dizzy keeping tab on the leader.
Fifth Race-Half mile, free for all
purse $125.
Frank S, a., 119 (Thomas) ..
Abbey, 4, 119 (Kaena) .........
Time, 53A; fair start; won by short
head; first two driving. Winner r
Ballentyne's b. g., Amarino, by Kealia
Amandine. Frank S the best Thoma.
lost race by being too weak to finish
Amarino ran a good, game race Abbey
short and could not keep up. Frank s
will at'AAmarino when they NEE
again. Scratched, Brock. 49,
Sixth Race-One mile, free for all
purse $3.50.
Billy McCloskey, a., 122 CThomas) :.
Antidote, a.. 119 (Nichols) ...
Watassa, 4, 119 (Kaena) .......
Z. Time, 1854; good start; won clearl,
half length; second all out Winner
j. K. Wilson's C. h., Billy McCloskey
by Joe Hooker-Jessie r. Billy tons tn
best when right; short yesterday. An
tidote, king in mile race for ma
tives. 'Watassa mo could CO." Goo,
horse that Watass, some day he win,
as the Portuguese remarked at Hilo.
The officials were as follows:
Judges, J. W. Mcdonald. Captai,
Soule, DIR. Shaw; starter Dr. Monsar
rat; ,timekeepers, Frank Kruger, ]
Quinn; saddling paddock, Dr. Clap
ham; clerk of the course, H. NJ Ayres
clerk of the scales, AL Moore.
Next Saturday afternoon the follow
\ ing card will be decided:
! OiiC dliI OIt-uudTdUer miles, running
free for all; first $3.50, second s25
One mile running, Hawaiian breds
first 800, second $25.
One mile team race; first $780,
Three-minute class, trotting and pac
ing; purse 500.
One mile, trotting and pacing, Ha
waiian bred; purse 500.
Free for all, trotting and pacing
purse $500.
Entries close to the secretary toda,
lat IL O'Clock at the Club Stables.
Entry fees are ten per cent of tn
first money.
Gus Schumann has charge of all re
tfreshment privileges, and to him ap
pllcationS must be made
one dollar will be the charge for ad
mlttance tomorrow; quarter stretc1
, badges will cost 81. Carriages will b
admitted to the grounds free.
A meeting of the Driving Association
VIII be held tonight in the Hawaiian
Hotel at 7:30 o'clock. All members ar
!. requested to be present.