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The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-10-12
SOME HARD NUPS
FOR REPUBLICANS
Continued from first page.)
NORTH CAROLINA AGAIN.

lieve that no private monopoly could ex-
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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18
ACROSS THE TUGELA.
Continued from first page.

creased to the highest tension by the six DAYS
silence and not the War Office knew wnat
yyes going on 1t was not until a mounted scout
was sniped in the shoulder and an infantrymah
was carried off by dysentery that Butler, as q
detail Of red tape in reporting casualties
promptly reopened communication with the
War Office although ne had leisure for sendlng
private dispatches. The Beers were aware that
there had been no fighting for several days,
and that the British forces were in a strong
position, but apparently It was not considered
safe to take either the War ONCE or the Eng
lish people into the Generals confidence.
MORE RUMORs FROM THE COAST.
There was no other news from Natal except
a casualty list from Ladysmith until a late
hour There was the usual sheaf of rumors
from the coast that battle was In progress
and that cannonading had been heard in the
direction of Springfield. The best explanation
of the situation which any expert was able TO
offer last night of General Buffers delay In
forcing the passage of the river was that ne
had sent Warren's column to the drift higher
up the Tugela, while Clerys division was slowly
getting into position at Potgieters and occupy
ing the enemy's attention. The advantage OF
this strategicaI plan would be that the enemy's
line would be turned before it could be extend
ed indefinitely westward, and that the Dutch in
their new intrenched position would be between
two British columns and exposed to a double
fire.
Lord Roberts's bulletin yesterday confirmed
Reuters account of the repulse of the Dutch
attack upon French's advanced post. The Cen
trail News and other correspondents provide
this mornings press with the details showing
that the assault made at an early hour
Monday and that the New-zealand Rifles acted
with the greatest gallantry in supporting the
Yorkshire Company, and earned General
Frenchs communication the next day on parade,
The action of all colonial contingents during
the campaign has been excellent that they
will without doubt play great part In every
new scheme of Imperial defence. The British
staff has been slow to appreciate their value
but knows it now and will never again lose
sight of them.
Lord Roberts reported the situation I'M
changed elsewhere, but The Times" publishes
to-day a dispatch from Gatacre's column ex-
planning that the Dutch force had been weak
ened at Stormberg for the sake of reinforcing
CoIesberg and from Modder River there are
similar reports A Dutch farmer has been ac-
quilted at Methuen's camp of the charge of
treason in signalling to the enemy.
Transvaal dispatches assert that Kimberley
has been nearly starved out and must soon fall
A large number of wounded and invaded
ten yesterday l. N b
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18

ern boundary may be needed to effect the OBJ
tects intended to be accomplished.
The Commission further says that II the state
takes the land along the base of the cliffs and
viii not be necessary to purchase any land on the
plateau for the present at least. The Commission,
moreover thinks II the river front and possible
riparian. rights be condemned alone thereby
cutting Off the rock slope and cliff from the
river appraisers will probably give to the owners
the full value of both since the peculiar value or
rock property would thereby be destroyed. This
would not be the If the cliff face and rock
slope should alone be condemned the water
front would still retain its full value as basis
1t is submitted also that the State should &C
quire further narrow strip extending northward
from the northern limit OF the Palisades proper
along near the river to connect with the river
tuted between the Palisades and the river may be
made accessible from Nyack and the surrounding
section.
The report says that the strip of land from Fort
Lee to the end OF the Palisades Is about thirteen
and half miles and comprises T37 acres, a
fair estimate OF the value of which Is placed at
900. The Commission suggests that compe-
tent Commission may make the reservation self
for ferry purposes the erection Of roadhouses for
which rentals be had; boat clubs, being
crowded out OF New-York City, will have to cross
over, and Will be another source of revenue and
other sources which may develop from time to
time. The Commission adds
1t desira to point the greater attrac-
tiveness that would be given to a park strip be-
strip OF limited width isolated sections of park
land on top of the cliffs whereby the public might
nave free access to spot of so great natural
beauty. There to-day but two points where
cliffs l. e., the md Of Paisade-aVe., at Englewood,
and the Ruchman Road, above Alpine
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18

women do not " train at all and yet their trial
is TO be many times severe as the athletes
During the period of CESSATION every woman
should use every means to strengthen the organs
that are TO be tried. They should be kept in per
feet health. The faintest symptom of disorder
disease should be promptly eliminated
DR.. Pierce's Favorite Prescription is designed to
do this very thing-has been doing it-jor- over,
thirty years II is the one-sure medicine for all
female complaints. 1t is the only medicine that
abolish the pain and danger Of childbirth. 1t is
the only preparation Of its kind that is the inYen-.
ton OF a regularly graduated physcian-a skilled
and experienced specialist in the of diseases
of women.
Allen of Dorset Ontario Co. Ont, writes:
" in very poor health for long time dating from the
birth OF my little girl tried different doctors aud differ
medicines. took four bottles of Favore PTescnp-
tion and seem 70 be perfectly well again"
DR.. Piesee's Pleasant Pellets perfect cure
Sor constipation.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18
SUPERVISORS IN A RUNAWAY.

A MAN HURT AND HORSE KILLED RETURNING
FROM DINNER AT THE ALMsHoUsE.
The Board of Supervisors had their annual dinner
the County Poorhouse, at East View, yester-
day, the guests of Superintendent OF the Poor
Henry Esser Twelve coaches conveyed them to
the county house. When returning a whfletree
broke, causing the team to away. The acct
dent happened Knollwood Club about three
miles from White Plains. The team into a tele-
phone pole; the carriage was broken and the occu-
pants were thrown out. Supervisor Patrick Whalen
OF Yonkers. was severely hurt He received a con-
fusion of the right knee and one OF his hands was
cut with broken glass. The others escaped with
few bruises and shaking up. Supervisor Whalen
was taken to White Plains. where his wounds were
Superintendent Esser One Of the horses was killed
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18

rons of Light Horse. arrived upon the scene and
the Dist Battery of the Royal Field Artillery,
under Major Hewitt, came into action, prevent
ing the storming party being reinforced from
the Boer camp.
At the same time the 18th Hussars and the
9th Lancers checked the movement from the
spruit our right flank. Nevertheless. our
position at this point had become critical. Our
men had retired for cover behind the northern
slope, while the enemy had made their way into
the pass dividing them from the hill. Major
Bowen rallied few of the Rifles, but fell while
leading them to the charge. His example was
at once followed by Lieutenant Tod, but the
latter met the same fate.
The enemy were making good the footing they
had already secured in the emplacement, when
Major Miller Walnut, calling the scattered
Gordons together, charged in and drove them
Lieutenant Digby Jones in a newly prepared
emplacement on the western shoulder.
A pause ensued for a time. but the Beers were
not yet finally beaten Taking advantage Of the
storm now raging, they essayed to capture the
position by another rush. Three of their leaders
Lieutenant Digby Jones and Lieutenant Wal
mutt the latter also falling.
The renewed check effectually discouraged the
assailants and the deadly duel noN prac-
tically at an end. Nevertheless, small parties OF
the drawer spirits kept up a murderous fire on
our men from behind the rocks.
The moment had evidently arrived to strike
the final blow, and Colonel Park quickly issued
the necessary orders. Three companies Of Dew
onshires led by Captain Lafone, Lieutenant
Field and Lieutenant Masterson, made a brill
liant charge across the open under terrific fire
the point of the bayonet. In the course of the
struggle Captain Lafone and Lieutenant Field
were killed and Lieutenant Masterson received
fewer than ten wounds.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18
NOT RED FIRE, BUT A BELL.
Mp GALE pRorEsTs AGAINST MIsREPRE-
,sENTATIoN OF HIS LIFE saw
ING DEVICE.

Albany Jan IT (SpeciaD-A personal explanation
made in the Assembly this morning Dy Ut BARNES
the leader Of the minority furnished the occdsioii
for a unique II not eloquent protest against the
liberties taken by the press In discussing the Ds
and views OF some OF the States Solons Ihefe
had been considerable dissatisfaction nahl.es'eu
among the Tammany contingent over puo
statement TO DR.. Barness atutuue on 'i0 -
In South Africa by which he was made 70 say
that he was in sympathy with the English anu
therefore opposed to pro-Bcer resolution 4niS
statement of the DIR. Barnes declared 70 Oe
false He continued:
am heartily in sympathy with tne 1,hTty and
South Africa who are nns IH This question
NatjpnaI question and did not think the Legis-
aqTs of the EMPIRE 9d Of sag Goods from the
cratic MEMBERS followed py ap2IsqS asked the
gentlemen delay the Offering OF the 5esoinel0h
until 1 could consult with some OF 'he oiusi "i91'
bers OF the minority.
Mr. Green OF New-York. then corroborated the
statement of DIR. Barnes.
At this point Mr. Gale OF Queens. got the hoor
and delivered himself Of the following:
am serious In this matter. While we are under
this head and are talking about newspapers NVi
want to sneak Of an article which appeared this
morning in the sporting papeTnno, nor This article
went on to elaborate bill which INTRODUCES
Seen hurled and we found that they were dead.
Gaughter) It went on to say that tiny my Dill pro,
band to play over the grave Of the deeeasefG;
not dead. Now, am very serious about TINS Ioa
think that the newspaper men should De more
careful how they report such bills. Q1aughterD
NV bill does not provide for red dre or blue hgnts;
II merely provides that bell should ring Wheh
the man turns over in his grave. Now, ! object 10
the articles. but I in favor Of the Beers
1t was then the turn of Mr.. hamburger. Of New
York who obtained recognition, to say:
I want Mr. Tioga witter to wake up. He Is
chairman Of the Committee on Electricity. Gas ana
Water Supply 1 want him TO wake up ana gel
his committee work. / want II TO consiGer
some very important gas bills which nave IN
PRODUCED.
Mr. Witter declared that he would give his time
to these measures
What exclaimed Mr. Hamburger. did the
gentleman say he would take his time for 1t:
HE said he would be glad to take ample time in
celebrating over your bills, Mrx Hamburger, re-
piled the Chair at which general laugh ran
around the chamber. and Mr.. Hamburger sat down
not looking overDleased with the result OF MS
sally. -, -
adjournment was taken until tomorrow at II a. m
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18
VICE-PRESIDENTIAL GOSSIP
THE PRESIDENT NOT PLEDGED TO ANY
MAN OR SECTION
[Br TELEGRAPH TO THE rR1BUNE.l


Washington. Jan. Ex-senator Scott. of West
Virginia, is said to have discussed with the
President this morning the various rumors con-
Meeting this and that name with the Republican
nomination for Yice-P President. Whatever the
views Of the Senator may be the subject 1t
can be stated excellent authority that the
President is absolutely unpledged to any man.
State or section, although it is believed that at
one time he strongly in favor OF the NOM
nation going to New York 1t is said that there
is no truth in stories that the President and
other leaders have changed their opinions
this subject for the purpose Of making Senator
Plat relinquish his desire to have Timothy L.
Woodruff nominated the Vice Presidential
candidate. 1t is asserted that the Senator been
loyal to Lieutenant Governor Woodruff from
the start. He has been quietly opposed 1t is
asserted, to both Secretary Root and ex-Secre-
tary Cornelius N Bliss, who have since prac-
tlcally withdrawn A greater part Of this is
conjecture. however, and the% fresh talk of
western man is not for the purpose OF "blufing''
anybody a
Senator Scott represents the claims of West
ern people, or at least their views. He said
to-day:
The Republican party should nominate a good
western man. 1t is not yet settled that the
place is to go to the East and there is little use
IN that notion becoming fixed. A good Western
tlon There is Senator Spooner of Wisconsin.
he would make an ideal candidate. There is
also Henry c. Payne, from the same State An
Other strong man would be General Harrison
Gray Otis, of California. Any one OF these men
"ouIu give strength to the Republican ticket.
Senator Scott is a member of the Republican
National Committee. He is also a member of
the special committee of that body which has
charge OF the convention to be held in Philadel-
phia, and met with the special committee this
morning to consider plans which had been sub
mitted by the Philadelphia people for con-
vention hall
New-Jersey politicians have not given up all
idea of a candidate from their State to succeed
the late Mr.. Hobart. 1t is now pointed out that
had Mr.. Hobart lived he would undoubtedly
have been renominated This, it is said "mor-
ally gives the Office to New-Jersey. Under
these arguments the politicians are trimming
their sails for a fight for Attorney-General
Griggs if he will permit the use of his name.
That he measures up to the requirements and is
sufficiently well known throughout the country
are given as good reasons for his nomination.
If there ever anything like definite
understanding that New-York Eastern
State should have the Vice-Presidency 1t is
highly probable now. from information at hand,
that this understanding will be dissolved for
the good of the party. The situation may change
that it may be necessary to nominate
Western man.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18
WHY THE METROPOLIS COMPANY DID
NOT BID.

An explanation published yesterday of the
reason why the Metropolis Construction Company
made no bid for the rapid transit contract although
Il had repeatedly announced that 1t would do
II is alleged that at the last moment David L.
Hough, Tammany politician and contractor, who
formed of the syndicate. and who had promised
10 add his certified check for $4,000 four others
for a like amount, in order make up the $3.50 900
which had to accompany the bid, decided to with
draw. 1t was then too late for Frederick b. Esler
VINO managing the syndicate, procure
another $4,000 check before the bids were opened
He appealed TO the Commissioners for further
time, but in vain. 1t is said the bid OF the Metrop-
oils Company TO be 1913 900. Mr. Hough is
quoted saying the reason why he did not put up
a certified check for $50 900 because a certain
financier, whose name he does not give, but who
he assured, would join the Metropolis syndi-
cate. did not appear at the meeting of the Board.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18
NICARAGUA CANAL BILLS.
THE HOUSE MEASURE RADICALLY AMENDED
BY THE SENATE COMMITTEE.

Washington, Jan. 1.-THE amendments made yes
terdav bv the Senate Committee Interoceanic
Canals to the House Nicaragua Canal bill have
been printed and circulated in the Senate. The
amendments prove to be more radical than was at
first announced by the members OF the committee
The language is practically changed throughout,
and several OF the House provisions are omitted
The most important omissions are the provisions
which are made in the House bill for the abrogato
of the CIayton-Bulwer Treaty and for the purchase
of existing concessions from Nicaragua and Costa
Rica the latter provision in the House measure
carrying an appropriation of 100000 The Senate
bill also removes many OF the limitations Of the
House bill to persons to be employed in the pro
posed work. The provision for a Commission to act
with the Secretary of War is eliminate The Seq
ate committee also makes specific provision that
the canal shall sufficient size to accommodate
vessels the largest tonnage and 1t Increased the
appropriation from $780, 900 to Sl4O.COO,OOO.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18
MAY STEER TORPEDOES BY ETHER
TESTING AN INVENTION BASED ON MARCoNrs
WIRELESS SYSTEM

London, Jan. H.-IAeutenant Commander ] G
ColweH. United States Naval Attache in London
Witnessed to-day at Yoevh the test OF an invention
offered TO the United States Government for steer-
ing torpedoes and submarine craft by means Of a
wireless electrical device the lines OF the Mar
conf system. The invention. however is In no way
connected with Signor Marconi The patents are
held by Cecil Varicas an English inventor an en-
ploye or A c. Higgs. United States Consular
Agent at Weymouth. The experiments left no
doubt that craft can be directed by means OF an
ether wave the model being controlled by a shore
motor with no other connection save the current
working upon the rudder The inventor claims
that this can be applied 10 torpedoes and subrna-
rine craft After the test Lieutenant Commander
Colweli who viii make a report on the subject 70
the Navy Department. said:
4 believe the experiments have fully proved thu
praeticahtity of the theory. out decisive opinion
cannot be rsked until the invocation has actually
been applied to full sized craft and submitted 20
aqueous atmospheric conditions IT, after that
the principle to-day evnced in miniature should
hold good then II may be said that the day OF the
PleSeht torpedo has passed. and that the present
"e'"ous OF harbor defence are revoluticnized.''
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18
TWO PRISONERS KILL JAILER AND FLEE.

TWO PRISONERS KILL JAILER AND FLEE.
West Plains. Mo. Jan 1.-THE county jaier. AL
fred Henry. while feeding the prisoners in the
Howell County Jail to-day, was overpowered and
killed by two prisoners, Benjamin Richardson and
Edward Grady. Richardson under sentence to
the penitentiary for burglary, and is an escaped
convict from the Tennessee penitentiary. Henry
had gone to the Jail to feed the prisoners, and
returning to his home at the accustomed time his
wife became anxious and sent neigl1bor in search
of him. His body found in pool of blood on
the jail floor The prisoners had escaped and locked
the door after them. A posse was Immediately or
ganzed. reward of 81 900 is offered the capt
of the mUrderers. A report by telephone m
headed for Arkansas.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18
ETRURIA NOT TO SAIL SATURDAY

The Cunard liner Etruria, which is now in this
port, and was scheduled TO sail from here for Iiv
erpool on Saturday, will not sail on that day II
was rumored yesterday that she had been taken
by the British Government as a troopship This
rumor could not be verified last night as all in
formation was refused at the Cunard Line pier and
neither Vernon II. Brown, agent OF the line I'm
this city, nor any other officials of the COMPANY
could be seen. 1t is said that the Etrura is under
orders to sail for Halifax or some nearby mort
where she Will take on board a large contnRapt -;
canadian troops and then sail direct for South
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18

sick and
weak in a
woma My
way am
may well
look with
fear toward
the time of
maternity.
Intelligent
preparation
for this time
is most es-
sential. An
athlete
trains for
months be-
fore hi S
trial. Most
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18
TREATIES WITH SPAIN.
CONVENTIONS BEING NEGOTIATED FOR
THE RESUMPTION OF NORMAL
RELATIONS

Madrid, Jan. 17.-In the Senate to-day. the
Premier, Senior Silvela, announced that negoti-
atiOns were in progress with the United States
for the conclusion of treaty of peace and
friendship, and also treaty providing for X
tradition and the resumption of normal rela-
lions He added that preliminary steps had al
ready been taken with view to the conclusion
of commercial treaty.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18
THROUGH THE BoER BACK DOOR.

London Jan. 1S.-A correspondent of THE
Daily MALI at Lourenco Marques says:
numerous foreigners arrive here in French
vesseis. They entrain at a station outside the
town md leave at a station before the Transvaal
is reached Then they walk across the border
and retoin the train. Hundreds have passed
through in that way since the outbreak of the
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18
MR. VAN ALIENS oFFER ACCEPTED.

London. Jan. III. ]. Van Aliens offer TO give
a field hospital section. TO consist of three
wagons, twenty-five cots and twenty transport
animals with all the appliances, has been &C
cepted by the War Office. The section will be
called the American Section of the hospital to
which IT is attached.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18
COLONEL PLUMER REACHES MocHUD1

Lourenco Marques, Jan. ia dispatch by
way of Beira, dated Thursday. January IL an
nounces that Colonel Plumer has arrived near
Mochudi about hundred miles north Of
Mafeking, with portion of his forces from
Tuli
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18
BoERs FIRE ON woMEN's LAGER.

CHILDREN IN MAFEKING.
London Jan. 1.-THE following dispatch has
been received from Mafeking. under date of
January 3:
The enemy began a renewed and vigorous
mDardment on January ?, and deliberately
fired six 9-pounder shells into the women's
lager, killing a little girl and wounding two
children The strateglcal position is unchanged.
Colonel Baden-PoweIl sent strong protest to
Commandant Snyman against Smelling the
women's lager
KafflrS.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18
GLOBE AND RUTGERS FIRE INSURANCE co

me incorrect statement was published recently
that the Globe and Rutgers Fire Insurance Com
pssny had been pushed out OF business as a result
OF resent heavy fire losses. The Company has not
retired from business.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18
SALE OF DANISH WEST INDIES DISCUSSED

CAPTAIN HoI.MFELD, OF DENMARK. HAS A TALK
WITH SECRETARY HAY.
Washington, Jan. 17.-Captain Christmas Dirk
mich Holmfed, of Denmark, called at the State
Department to-day to discuss with Secretary Hay
the proposition to sell the Danish West Indies to
the United States. The officer had credentials
and did not appear in a representative capacity.
He said that he had studied the subject for many
years, and could claim to be expert. Therefore,
he appeared only to supply any information the
Department of State might desire the subject
of the Danish islands. Secretary Hay thanked
Captain Holmfeld, and promised that the Depart
It had occasion to look for Information.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-18
WIN MARIANI
Nariani Mine-MOrld Famous TOnic

It's good effects are immediate and lasting It IN also
very pAatable agreeable the taste and acceptable
the most delicate stomach.
AS an Appetizer. take before meals; Digestive.
take after meals as General Tonic OF Stnulant a.
any time
Sold by al Druggists Refuse Substitutes.
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