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TWO LULU M'C0YS.
Alleged Fraudulent Transfer Of q
Kansas Farm Worth $4,000.

CHICAGO, Dec. A-An alleged fraudu-
lent transfer of a Kansas farm valued at
$4,000 is the charge brought against Mrs.
Minnie Mccoy and her daughter. Lulu Nc
Coy, of Chicago, who appeared before a
magistrate here to-day. The two women
were arrested here yesterday on complaint
Of Charles Mccoy, who claims that his
sister, named Lulu Mccoy. is the rightful
owner of the land and that Lulu Mccoy.
named as defendant, made use of the
similarity OF names to transfer land in
which she had no rightful interest
Joseph Mccoy, OF Phillips county, Kan
sas, original owner OF the land. died IN
1889 and left the land-l60 acres OF bottom
land, TO his daughter, Lulu NJ. Mccoy.
Up to two years ago she had no doubt but
that the land was still In her possession.
although manager by another In 1888,
however, a personal stating that II
Iiss Lulu NJ. Mccoy will correspond with
James Coffey, Of Woodruff, Ia, she viii
learn something to her advantage" APP
Coy alleges that this advertisement was
answered by Mrs. Minnie Mccoy and that
as a result transfer of the land 10 Mr..
Coffey was signed by Mrs. McCoy's daugh-
ter Lulu. Mrs. Mccoy told the police.
it is said, that Mr.. Coffey paid her daugh-
ter $546 for the deed.
Through Corey. it is said the land was
sold TO o. S. Wing, OF Hamburg, Ia
Mr.. Wing reached Chicago yesterday
with ex-Congressman N. i. Mccormick.
his attorney Mr. Wing said he was act
ing in good faith and that he gave Corey
500 to get the signature Of Miss Mccoy
TO the deed. supposing that the rightful
owner alone would be found bearing that
name.
Mrs Minnie Mccoy is credited with as
serting that she had no reason TO believe
that the land might not have been willed
TO her daughter. as she had relatives In
Kansas Mrs. Mccoy and her daughter
declared their willingness 10 transfer TO
Mr. Wing 100 acres OF land in Michigan
to reimburse him If il is found that the
Kansas farm should be transferred back
TO the other Lulu Mccoy. continuance
in the hearing till Jan. was taken in
order TO bring witnesses from Kansas.
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siderably improved. He was able 10 walk
on board the Grant.
The Filipino general. Samson, and all
the other insurgent chiefs on the Island
or Bohol have surrendered with twenty
eight cannon and forty-hve guns.
During an engagement in Batangas prov
ince between the insurgents and detach-
ment Of the Twenty-frst Infantry. under
Lieutenant Edgar T.. Conley. one American
private was badly wounded. a number
OF the enemy were killed.
The military prison at Subig Bay has
been restablished. y large number Of Fill
iplnos captured in Laguna and Batangas
provinces have been sent there.
The column under Colonel Dougherty is
making clean sweep Of Laguna province,
burning all the insurgent barracks that
are found and a number of small native
hamlets. Colonel Dougherty has taken
many prisoners and the insurgent loss of
life during his operations has been heavy.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-12-25

MANILA, Dec. 24.-Civil Governor Taft
left here this morning for San Francisco
on board the United States army transport
Grant. There was popular demonstration
or his departure. Governor Taft told his
associates that he was pleased with the
progress of events in the Philippines and
exceedingly glad that General Chaffee had
expressed the opinion that he could quell
the instruction. except on the Island of
Samar, by next February.
The health OF Governor Taft has con-
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The selection of an American as dip
Is a distinct compliment to this country,
besides being good politics from China s
point OF view. Granting that she needed
such an adviser she could not have chosen
one from any European nation without
exciting the jealousy OF all the rest. while
the appointment Of an American cannot be
objected to by any. Conjecture will be
busy as to who the person is who has been
thus honored
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-12-25

The report that the Sultan will not respect
the American citizenship OF Armenians and
others in his domain IS probably true.
Such persons come to this country and are
naturalized. and when naturalized go back
10 Turkey. Some OF them. and men from
European countries do the same thing,
become naturalized In order TO escape mill
tary or other duty due to the government
OF the countries in which they were born.
Some change should be made in the laws.
and persons coming 10 this country main
ly 10 obtain citizenship In order TO escape
the duties due TO sovereignty in the land
IN which they were born. and to which
they return when naturalized. should be
refused naturalization. Naturalization
should carry the assurance that those OBJ
tanning It viii reside in this country.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-12-25

Without doubt last night closed the most
remarkable season Of Christmas shopping
ever known in this country. Those who
were in position to judge viii readily con-
firm this statement as far as this city is
concerned, and the Journals exchanges
show 1t was the same everywhere. 1t
argues not only general prosperity but the
general prevalence Of good will and desire
TO contribute to the high tide of happi-
ness incident to the worlds greatest holi-
dav
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ITO, and that IT never had anything like the
hue with which it is credited by the bards.
There's a song in the air,
There's star in the skyi
There's mothers deep prayer
And a baby's low cryi
And the star rains its fire while the beau
tiful sing,
For the manger Of Bethlehem cradles a
king.
j. G. Holland.
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Marconi En- Route to Ottawa.

ST. JOHNS, n. r.. Dec. A.-Mr. Marconi
left here Tor Ottawa this afternoon. De
expected 20 stay there but a short time
and hopes 20 reach England by Jan. 10.
passing first through New York.
The inventor If gratiied over the out
come OF his controversy with the Anglo
American Telegraph Company. as Is evil
denced by letter from the AnglO-American
Company printed to-day in the London
Times.
One OF Marconis assistants has accom-
panied the inventor 20 Ottawa. Marconi's
other assistants have returned 10 Eng
land. taking part OF the wireless apparatus
wfthSthem.
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Senator Hanna has accepted an invita-
ton TO address the New York Board of
Trade and Transportation at a coming
banquet, when it is expected he will discuss
his work and plans as chairman Of the
American Civic Federation OF Labor. The
way IN which the Ohio senator has walked
to the head of that movement and become
the recognized arbitrator between capital
and labor is one OF the remarkable things
of recent times
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Consolation.

New York Sun.
When the man discovered it was his wife he
had kissed, and not the cook, he was extremely
cast down.
It was like the brave little woman to try to
comfort him.
Cheer up. my dear" said she, 'only think
how much better IT is than if you had mistaken
the cook for me and spoken harshly to her!''
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The New journalism.

Lesie'S Weekly.
ys find out anything bout what this here new
Journalism is tibet read much about?
Samuel Sitanwhittle-I amt sure but my opin-
ion is that it's nothin' but them there bullytin
boards.
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The statement OF a London paper that
the United States is considering the pro-
priety OF appointing diplomatic repre-
sentative to the Vatican cannot have any
foundation in fact. The Pope has no tenn
poraI power or authority in Rome, and
10 accredit a diplomatic representative to
him would be a direct affront to Italy.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-12-25

For some time past Lexington. KY, has
been headquarters for a number OF So
called 'fnvestment companies Of the get
rich-quick kind. They had extended their
business into other States until it attracted
the attention OF the Postoffice Department,
which has now notified thirteen companies
that their letter mail will not be delivered.
The government holds that the companies
are virtually lotteries and are obtaining
money by false nratenses.
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a Naval Reservation.

WASHINGTON, Dec. PA general order
issued by the Navy Department to-day sets
apart as a naval reservation certain lands
on Culebra island, heretofore selected by
naval committee as a naval reserve. The
island lies to the eastward OF Porto Rico,
and is under the flag as one Of the de-
Tendencies of that island.
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MIR. Peck's ReckIessness.

Baltimore American
Mr.. Henry Peck slipped into the house with
the stealthy tread OF a coward, but in his eyes
there was the glitter OF that high resolve that
spurs men on to brave and dashing deeds
Proceeding quietly to the kitchen he concealed
his Christmas present for his wife.
while she is recovering from her surprise on
Christmas morning I will dispose OF the old
one," he unused.
For the present was padded rolling pin.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-12-25

There have been secretaries of the treas
ury in former years who had little or no
business experience and no claim to the
position but political service. Tom Cor
win, secretary under President Fillmore;
Howell Cobb. secretary under James Buch-
anan: Philip F. Thomas. also under Buch-
anan, and others that might be named
were of this class. Nowadays the President
looks for business training.
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Queered Himself.
Washington Star

washington oIdr.
Deere amt much sympathy in dis world, an
OATS a fack," said Meeandering Mike. Il took
dat policeman into me confidence. l told him
dat had had all de troubles extant; dat was
jes' a collection Of sorrows.'
What did he do?'
He looked me over an den said 1t was about
time fur him to take up a collection"
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-12-25

The announcement that the keynote Of
Rome's re,ation 10 the United States In
the Philippines will be conciliatory is in
keeping with the intelligent and liberal
Folicy of the Ponti1 In regard to all gov
ernments with which he comes in con-
tact. lie proposes TO use the peaceful in
fuence OF the church 10 help the United
States TO establish peace and security IN
the islands. The prelate who has rendered
50 efficient service IN maintaining good
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-12-25

As a mythical and sentimental dispenser
OF Christmas gifts Santa Claus does very
well, but for practical results Uncle Sam
beats him out of sight. The celebration
OF Christmas would be tame affair with
out the aid of the mails.
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At the Play.
Philadelphla Press.

Philadelphia Press.
Towne-My wife's new hat cost SIS.
Browne-That makes a total of $3.50.
Towne-How do you mean?
Browne-It cost $50 to sit behind it last
F.1f
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THE HUMORISTS.
In Doubt.
Judge.

He-You might well acknowledge that from
the first you intended to reject
She-Oh, nonsensel Why. half the time /
didn't know whether you were going to pro-
pose
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Considering the commotion he has
caused. Maclay can be excused for con-
sidering himself quite as important as the
President
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1t is probable that rural free delivery
will bring farmers and their families into
closer touch with Christmas this year than
they ever were before.
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The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1901-10-20

Andreas DIPPED, the tenor who will sing
the role Of Loheugrln, is one Of the lead.
Ing members of the Maurice Grau opera
company. His style is brilliant aud heroic,
Born in 1866, In Hesse Cassel, he was or
iglnally intended for a commercial career,
bur studied music under Hey of Berlin,
Leon in Milan and Ress in Vienna, lie
made his debut In opera at the Stadt
theater in Bremen in 1887 as the
Steersman in The Flying Dutchman.
He then sang Lionel in Martha and re-
manned In Bremen for five years, with
the exception of the season OF lSoO-9l,
during which time he made his debut q
the Metropolitan opera house In New YORK,
during the German opera season there,
under the direction OF Edmund {. stanton.
In addition TO singing IN New York during
that year, he sang al important musical
festivals In Cincinnati, New York, Pitts
burg and elsewhere. Last season ne was
engaged as one Of the leading tenors OF
the Royal Court opera In Vienna, where
he Rlternated In the principal roles With
Ernest Van Dyck. The season OF 1897
found Mr.. Dppel at Coyent Garden In
London, where MIR Maurice Grau lmme-
diately engaged him TO sing for two years.
Besides all the tenor roles in Wagner s
operas, Mr.. DIPPED sings leading parts
In French and italian repertoiry, such as
Faust, Radames Ia Aida" Raoul In The
Huguenots, and Thriddu in "Cayalleria
Rustieana -
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1901-10-20

Miss Rhoda Cameron, the beautiful Louis.
ianian, who some years ago LETT this state
TO enter the profession OF the stage, SAYS
the New Orleans States, has captured the
critics and audiences OF New York and
Boston by her exquisite portrayal OF the
character of Maulfry Ia Froham's new
play, The Forest Lovers" In IL Miss
brilliant American actresses Of the day
Last month THE Forest Lovers -
which was written by Maurice Hewlett.
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aud every newspaper OF that city, save
one, resounded with The praises " Miss
cameron the following day. rhc leading
lady Is Miss Bertha Galland who is well
uico."
10 those who know Miss Cameron, It
~ wen understood now sucn laNlsn praise
Is given her, for they know an least her
consummate and commanding power MS y
l,elineator OF the passions. Those who
know her well, however. hnd Il hard to
associate the hloodthirsty, villnness Of
the stage with the bright and gentle wO-
man In natural HE; her consideration for
others' her amiahillty, her ready Wit and
eyer-preseut checrfulness NJ disposition
the very antithesis Of the picture Of fero-
cious and fiery 'lgloom she presents upon
the stage as the malevoleni siren of Tort
senticr Tower. Much Of Miss Cameron =
success can he attributed to hard hard
WORK night and day; the sun and the mid.
night oil burning for the fuhimpnt of
her strong ambition; an ambition, which,
while leading all her head passions. does
nor tahe away one iota from her love Of
family and her devotion to all Of those
near and dear to her, nor deiract from
the active COnsldcratencss for others which
forms one Of her most lovable traits OF
Miss Cameron Is striking brunette Of
the extreme Spanlsh-C Creole tyne. the beauty
OF which. with fine figure. height and car
rlaee, combines 10 give her a splendid stage
presence.
She is the daughter Of the late Or. ]. A.
Ieycque, for many years the leading prac-
llupncf OF Noftn Louisiana, and was born
In Crosse Tetc. La. but spent her grlhood
IN Natchitoches, studying first nj the Sacred
Heart convent Later she completed her
education at ST. james convent, from which
Institution she graduated. At both places
she studied music and subsequently became
one Of Mrs. Marguerite Samucls best pu.
pills In New Orleans appearing succesSfu-
ly in her concerts. She went to New York
to study for grand opera, but lost her sing.
ing voice from the effects Of an attack Of
the grippe. so, deciding to adopt the pro-
fcssion Of hlstrlonics became a member Of
the company Of the lamented Augustus
Dalr. being contemporary with Miss Lottie
Llnthicum OF the Grand Opera Stock com
pdny, now playing in New Orleans. She
participated in the opening of Daly's Lon
don thcater and at the death of the great
play master she Joined Dan Frohman's
stock company, making repeated hits In
The Case of Rchelious Susan" and IN
Oscar Wide's two plays.
Again Illness interrupted her career and
kept her from the stage for two years It
was during that period that she met and
subsequently, married Dr. Winfield Ayres
one Of the leading surgeons of Bellevue
hospital in New York, and during the sum
mer spends her time with him and parties
Of their friends at their lovely and hos
pitahlc home on the Connecticut coast near
Stamford-directly on the beautiful Long
Island sound, for both she and DR. Ayres
are devoted to the sen and its unconveu-
tiongl pleasures of sailing, swimming and
the pastime OF Sir Isaac.
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NEW ORLEANS.

Land of big moons,
Country Of wild romance!
Region Of icssamines, oleanders cane,
OF expresses and swamps
or jealousy and love,
OF wine and fight and song,
Strong men and gentle girls,
And all the strange enlargement Of blood,
Spanish and French and all the Latin kind,
Savage and sage!
Land Of emotion. sentiment and hate,
Brawls and affections, roysterings and tales,
OF surging passions breezes soft or gales,
And Naturc-yolces sweet as singing sails!
Io, dear old city, capital of ALL
Metropolis Of Love-
City Of sins and saints,
Pleasures perpetual cantonment,
Perennial garden
or amarauthlne youth
Dim Florence held such chidrcn-folb Of old,
And pleasant Athens In the ghostly days
And olden Spain these many years ago.
Old sweet New Orleans!
Pleasant as grove
Lulled by soft airs
Dear od-world city, mighty as the new,
Yet calm in thy soft dignity!
All, how I love thee, city Of my youth!
Thou art so sweet,
Looking, from where thou Hest in the
shade
Winding thy books and ballads,
Thy fountains tinkllng sweet old Latin
airs
Across the world,
Free from its fever
Gentle in thy strength,
Coming thy quaint traditions
OF priest and pirate
And several nation rule;
And, from the ruins Of thine ancient part,
Ruling the magic building Of the new,
Quiet as a god
No vulgar. slayish seizln Of thy soul
Is held by commerce.
Thy people playful work and worktl play,
And sing their songs through adj tie work
ing day.
Thou dear old hayward place!
Thy blemishcs are beauties to ny eyes,
| Thy sins frank virtues whimsical old town!
Thy darling discords, sweet cscophany,
Are melodies, and luil me like the sea!
Stray on, old city, through thy myrtle
grooves,
Sing SIN thy songs, sin OF thy harmless
sins
And plant thy Creole vines
On modern steel and nrsnry.
H, r. in New Dreams Harlequin.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1901-10-20

Henrietta Crosman is well equipped with
plays for the present season, In addition
to Mistress Nell her last years success
she h1s new play by the same author
George c. Hazleton, Jr, which she will
try later In the season. Miss Crosman will
produce Evelyn Greenleaf Sutherlands
play, Joan OF the Shoals" for the frst
time october - AT Fort Wayne. lad. and
Will follow It with Mrs. W X. Cnnord's
Madeleine" Out Of these PLAYS the star
viii select the one best 1,ted for her ap.
pearrance Ia New York at the Thsater Re.
public next February
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Rispham. who emigratcd from Lancashire MY,
England, and settled ~ New 1880 ,, nr
Philadelphia. about Two nu, ',,t 'so,ne
IT,. ~ t,otv whore he studied with Van
nuccinI. the great master OF singing ~
JIoreurc who decided In favor OF IN ~,
iistle c~-- - dld a nnd 'ns Subsequently, SssG
Shakrspearc Of London where I'D lS'v NJ W.,
Rispbaia made his first appearance III
concerts. -.,,., e., Grand
o,cr, az Covent garden In lSA2 as hut-
wenol 10 the Tristan " Max Alvary' ana
since that time he has sung ~ that 80,
braied house and at the Metropolitan opvIa
bousr I'm New York I'm ffty different partS
en- JtoiIau. German. French and English ms
nrtncinol succcsses being the roles NJ Fhl'
steT In Verdi's opera of that name also
iago In the same comIp'!oI,rtT 4, ut ram
t hurneWaal ~ roiram 'd in "Lohengrln.' -
9 wotar +, 6 eIpa' WVHa5lkure" Beclmesser in
mic Neistersinger" and Alberrch In the
"Niebelungen Ring.
Adolph Muhlmauu, tho famous Russian
baritone. who will appear In the role OF
"ueerrufer." was originally Intended Tor
the priesthood lie gave up his religious
tendencies to take up the study OF music
discovering that he had voice. he. Jour.
moved to Vienna where he placed himself
updcr Tho care Of Prof. Schemhabe. his
debut was made at Rotterdam. from there
he went 10 Breslau, where he remained Tor
six wears In the early part Of 1898 ne
apneored with Loewe Opera company at
ST. Petersburg where, among. other things,
he sang Kurwenal to the Tristan Of Jean
De Reszke
~
While these are the artists who VIII as
sumo the leading roles In "Lohengrin'
every detail connected with the presenta-
ton Of the opera In this city, the chorus,
inc ballet the orchestra will he up to the
high standard maintained by the Maurice
Grau opera company at the Metropolitan
opera house In New York.