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The weekly examiner., 1901-08-03
slender leave the dainty white frock

slender leave the dainty white frock to those who can better afford the luxury, censoling yourself with the well-known fact that white is some times trying and always accentuates every imperfection of form or fea- ture. A few Japanese muslins have made their appearance. They are very beautiful to look upon, but the designs are inclined to be large and somewhat sprawling, and therefore require the most careful treatment. Good results can only be attained by the skillfuI touch of the artis tic dressmaker.
 Nothing could be more fetching than the blouse waist of the moment, no matter of what material it may be fashioned. The swellest looking are made of China silk, mounted over taffeta silk lining, cut to pouch slightly in front, and elaborately trimmed with yards of linen-colored lace. Others again are of the eyer- popular crepe de chine, very hand some indeed, while not a few desira ble models are made of silk null in both pure white and delicately tinted col- ors.
 The glory of the al1-1ace blouse has not departed by any manner of means. In fact, popularity seems. rather to wax than wane. The newest blouses of this description are fashioned of white or black lace, draped over chif- fon of a corresponding color, and trimmed very sparingly with lace and narrow ribbon velvet.
 I make mention of the fact that many of the smart-looking blouses are made. without collars, tke neck be- ing prettily finished by frill of soft lace or narrow band of velvet. After becoming accustomed to this comfort able neck dressing it hardly seems credible that any sane woman ever wore high, choking collars, canvas lined, and of the most unyielding de- scription, on her pretty summer gowns. If collars are used al all now adays they must be soft and transpar- ent, and I very much doubt if we ever return with good grace to stiff buck ram, whatever Dame Fashion may in the future decree.
 Sleeves continue to be an interest ing topic in the world of fashion. The new sleeve is either very long or very short, and in either case is made with out that rather objectionable puff near the wrist, of which, by the way, we are all distinctly tired. I rather like the shorter sleeve in the real
The weekly examiner., 1901-08-03
HOW,S THIS7

T1OW'S THIS? We offer One Hundred Dollars Reward for any case of Catarrh that cannot be cured by Halls Catarrh Cure.
 F. J. CHENEY & CO.,, Toledo, O. We, the undersigned, have known F. J. Cheney for the last Is years, and be- lieve him perfectly honorable in all busi- ness transactions and financially able to carry out any obligations made by their firm.
 WEST & TRUAx, Wholesale Druggists,
 Toledo, o.
 WALD1NG, KINNAN & MARVIN, Whole
 sale Druggists, Toledo, O.
 Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internally, acting directly upon the blood and muc- ous surfaces of the system. Testimonials sent free. Price 75c. per bottle. Sold by all Druggists.
 Halls Family Pills are the best.
The weekly examiner., 1901-08-03
Soon the Political Straws Will Be In
 Evidence.

Probably in a week from now there will be straws in the air to show which way the political wind is blowing. All of the aspirants for nomination are hopeful and confident, but within the next seven days there will be many sore hearts and wounded feelings. Yet it is rather early to predict as to who will be the sorrowing ones
 If Doctor Hayes don't get the nom ination for mayor on the Democratic ticket it will not be because he didn' t work for it as no man worked before. It is said that Mayor Kilduff is desir- ous of succeeding himself, but others say that he has bigger game in view. However, he smiles that peculiar smile of his and says nothing when asked about it. If the sitting room of the Scovin House could tell stories there would probably be consternation among some of those who now fully believe that they are ssIT,'' but who will be sadly disappointed, yea, even heart broken, when the cat is let out of the bag.
 It is whispered that ex-Postmaster Fitzpatrick is dark horse and that none need be surprised if he is accepted as compromise.
 The fiercest fight, however, is between Timothy Brennan and Jimmie Hynes. There is little doubt ventured that Hynes will get it. It is said to be due. him for his long and faithful work for party while it is alleged that Brennan's s claim on the office can't be seen with a microscope. It is hinted too that there is a dark horse in the person of Johnnie Duncan, the pharmacist, who is 8 prominent Forester and can carry with him TOO of the Machinists and Tool. makers union.
The weekly examiner., 1901-08-03
NOTICE.

The legal voters of the town of Wa. terbury are hereby warned and notified that there will be held a special meet ing of said town in the City hall, in said Waterbury, on Tuesday, August 9th, 1901, at p. m., for the purpose of authorizing the selectmen of said town to improve the highways of said town pursuant to the provisions of chapter 175 of the Public Acts of 1899 as amended by chapter 149 of the Pub lie Acts of 1901, and to make an ap- propriation of $9, 900 for said work. Also for the purpose of authorizing the selectmen, if it be deemed acvisable, to build a bridge on the Meriden road between Munson's Corner, so called, and the property formerly owned by o. Art Ward on said road, and to make an appropriation therefor.
 Dated at Waterbury this S1st day of July, 1901.
 MORTIMER DORIAN, "
 WILLIAM T. DISLEY,
 Selectmen.
The weekly examiner., 1901-08-03
w AT E BU RY.
The coming Season at Poli,s.

The theatrical season at Polls will be opened on August 12, with the famous Primrose & Dockstader minstrels. There has been no off season for the em- ployes of Manager Jacques in either of the local theatres as a world of inn provements have been made in the in- terior of the playhouses. New scenery, upholstering and stage fittings have been added, and the booking for the coming season shows dates for num- Der of the most powerful plays and actors on the American stage.
The weekly examiner., 1901-08-03
RANCHES OF FASHION
Season Seems to Be Given Over to
 Ethereal Fabrics.
Chantf1Iy Lace, Chiffon, and Soft Spotted Materials of Every
 Kind Are in Great Demand Some Dainty Gowns.
Especial Chicago Letter.)

TT IS getting more and more diff
 fcult with each passing hour to
 adequately describe the beautiful and luxurious fashions of the sea- son.
 Take, for instance, the up-to-date summer gowns now on exhibition at the leading shops. All that have
The weekly examiner., 1901-08-03

Dr.. c. Art Ward, president of Mad River Sanitatum, Waterbury, Conn, cures cases of gall stones by painless method-the patient passing the stones without pain-and prevents their forma- tion. Treatment at the sanitarium or by mail. Cure guaranteed. Consulta- lion free
The weekly examiner., 1901-08-03
ANNOUNCEMENTS.
Laeking on1y the sea serpent.

Proprietor Zweibel of Bellevue Lake says that he hasn't sea sepent loose in the lake, but that he has everything else that can be found at the reputable Long Island Sound resorts. He started in sev- eral years ago to make his place the most popular in western Connecticut, and he has pretty we'll succeeded, judging from the patronage received. Dancing, or chestral music, boating, fishing and bathing furnish about everything that the ordinary man could ask for, and he can indulge in these to his hearts con- tent at Bellevue.
 The Best Yet Offered.
 This weeks card at Forest Park is the best one that has yet been offered, and will be even bettered the coming week The park is more than popular these days and evenings, and since the strike was declared off those who have returned to work have sought the cool breezes that always permeate this place, listen to the music and enjoy themselves in a quiet, healthful way. The shore din- same as are served at the regular shore resorts.
 Reid & Hughes Mill End Sale.
 Tonight winds up the immense 'smill end'' sale at Reid 6 Hughes, and those who have not already taken advantage of the bargains offered should call to- day early and avoid the crush this after noon and evening. This firm purchases the full output of a number of mills, and every year holds this ssmill end'' sale to clean up everything left of the years production. Hence the bargains that have made this especial sale the most famous in the state.
 For Comfortable Outing Rig Go to Kill
 duff's.
 Why torture. yourself these days wearing starched shirt, and suspen- ders that cut into your shoulders, when you can go to E. C.. Kilduff' s and get a 50 cent, neat-appearing outing shirt and a waist belt, that will relieve you of, all discomfort? And why not wear at tractiye neckwear when you can get 1t so cheaply? It is false economy that prompts one to disregard his own com fort. Competition in summer wear has now become so fierce that prices are cut in two and the foresighted ones are buying even for the next season.
 Boulder Grove Furnishes Quiet Outing.
 If any mother wants to spend 8 quiet afternoon and at the same time give her children an outing one of the best places to go is Bowlder Grove. This quiet and beautiful place is half way between here and Naugatuck, and the trolley cars run to the gate. It is the most ac- cessible of any of the resorts in this sec- tion and is therefore favorite with the children.
The weekly examiner., 1901-08-03
Boulder Grove Furnishes Quiet Outing.
The St. Joseph's T. A. B. Excursion.

The St. JOSepl1'S T. A. B. Excursion.
 Our readers are asked to remember that on Saturday, August 10, that popu- lar local organization, the St. Joseph's s Total Abstinence Society, will give it's annual excursion to Coney Island. Pres ident Freney and the officers in charge promise that every effort will be made to make the trip as pleasant and comforta ble as possible for all who attend. The purchase of tickets in advance is desira- ble to facilitate matters on the day of leaving and to avoid the rush sure to take place.
The weekly examiner., 1901-08-03

Dr. 0. Art Ward, president of Mad River Sanitarium, Waterbury, Conn. treats diseased bones, necrosis and carries, shin-bone, ulcers, tumours and cancers, without the use of the knife. Treatment at the sanitarium or by mail. Consul tatiOn free.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1901-08-23
THE BURNING AT THE STAKE
OF the Negro for the MUIR
der of Mrs. Caldwell.

Dallas. Texas, August PA number
of people who witnessed the burning Of
Wildner were in Sherman today. The
negro confessed to the crime of muir
dering Mrs. Caldwell. Wildner was
chained to an elm tree. dried sorghum
hay applied about his feet and limbs,
and wood piled to his shoulders. Mr..
Caldwell. the husband of the victim,
applied the match. According TO eye
witnesses he burned twenty-one min
utes before life was extinct.
After Caldwell applied the match,
turning to the crowd about one thous-
and in number, he said:
"Gentleman, I have not slept since
this brute murdered my wife, but /
believe I can sleep peacefully tonight"
He then thanked the men for their
assistance in his capture.
Wildner only once asked to be shot
and he then said God. you have stood
by me in times past. I ask You to do
so now"
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1901-08-23
LIVELY COURT SCENE.
A General Row-Mauy Pistol Shots
Four Men Wounded.

Water Valley, Miss, August PA
shooting ARRAY occurred at Reynolds
in Pamela county, ten miles north of
Water Valley, his afternoon in which
four men were wounded, three of them
fatally.
Otto Johnson was being tried before
Justices Shelby and Warner on a
charge of seduction. The evidences
vas all in n the justices had retired
to make up their verdict. More than
100 men were present in the room at
the time. Suddenly a shot was fired,
supposedly by Otto Johnson. Instantly
other shots were fired, fully half d
hundred in all, and when the smoke
cleared away Otto Johnson had three
bullets through the body; Len Smith,
h testified against Johnson, one
through the breast; J. W.. Dawson one
through the breast and the father of
Len Smith n through the arm.
Otto Johnson. Len Smith and j. W.
Dawson are probably fatally wounded.
Eight or ten had narrow escapes. All
the parties to the difficulty are farm
erS.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1901-08-23
New York Stock Market

New York, August 21.-Today's mar
ket for stocks was practically a dupli-
cation of yesterdays, except hat the
final reaction on traders profit taking
was rather more marked, with the re-
suit that the table of net changes is
more mixed between small gains and
losses thai yesterday. The prevail
ing tone of the market was firm to
strong up to the irregular closing on
the reaction. The character of the
buying made it very evident that it rep
resented the opinions of professional
traders as to future values rather than
the convictions of investors. There was
some evidence also of operations by
pools formed by the larger class OF
traders. What motives actuated this
the public was left to conjecture. There
was quite an active demand for the
Wabash securities, which lifted them
at one time y to 1%.
There was continued buying of the
c~oalers, which was based on the show
ing disclosed by the Fries annual re-
port, which shows a substantial in
crease in gross earnings, nothwith-
standing a falling off in the tonnage
transported, a demonstration of the
greater stability of rates maintained
among the anthracite carriers by rea-
son of the extension Of community Of
interests.
The Erie stocks themselves sold off
on account of some unexplained re-
marks of the chairman in his report
regarding the approach of a time when
arrangements for new capital can be
made. There was some continued buy
ing from western sources of the grain
carrying roads. which was apparently
for short account.
Some revision of pessimistic views re-
garding the corn crop seemed to be the
cause of this covering. The United
States Steel stocks were almost dor
mant and were merely steady. These
stocks I've apparently arrived at 4
stage where they are unaffected by
strike news. The sterling exchange
market resumed it's downward course
again today and offerings of bills
against grain exports were reported in
increased supply, with a sprinkling Of
cotton bills. The continued ease of the
London money market and the further
drop in call loans there today to 1 per
cent. gives ground for some expecta-
ton that the Bank of England rate
will be reduced tomorrow.
The railroad bond market was decid-
eddy more active today, but the tone
was steady to firm. Total sales, par
value. were 81, 213, 900. United States
bonds were all unchanged on the last
call. The total sales of stocks today
were 399, 100.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1901-08-23
The Tennessee Mining Troubles

Knoxville, Tenn, August 21.-J. w.
Howe, of the United Mine Workers, Of
district No. 10, has recognized the right
of operators of the Jellico and Coal
Greek districts for a separate confer
ence with their miners and has set the
date Of such conference for next Tues
day at Knoxville.
At the big wage conference last week
the Coal Creek operators were not rep
resented and the Jellico men withdrew
when it was seen that the plan of the
miners was to fix a scale for the entire
district, comprising sixty-five mines.
The miners want an eight hour day
and an advance in wages. Jellico
operators will fight both demands. Coal
Creek operators are expected to hold
out for a conference in which wage
scale Of their own district sha alone
be considered.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1901-08-23
in Collision

Kingston, ia, August 21.-The Nor
wegian steamer Uller, Captain Doe,
from Baltimore. August 18th, for Port
Antonio, coliided today in Port Antonio
harbor with Norwegian steamer Agnes,
Captain Irgens, from Philadelphia, Au-
gust Bird, for Port Antonio. The Agnes
was badly injured about the pflge and
quickly settled down. The wrecker
steamer Premier is rendering her as
sistance. Efforts will be made to re-
fioat the Agnes.
The Uller, without a pilot and with
her anchors up was awaiting pratique
when she unaccountably went full speed
ahead and before her engines could be
reversed h crashed into the Agnes.
rending the latter amidships from her
deck to the water. The Agnes filled
and settled in the mud. 1t is believed
she can be easily raised.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1901-08-23

By Explosion In a Crib OF tn
land Sub-Lake Tuil

Cleveland. O.. August
were killed last night 80
crib No. 3. An explosion of gas M
ed the shaft and let in tons Of mud and
water on the gang working at the bot
tom.
The dead are: James Williams, a.
Vallencourt. John Bert, Ray Troto-
chaud, Daniel Higgins.
The force of the explosion blew seven
of the steel cylinders lining the tunnel
forty feet into the air. Two men,
Henry Coe and Vernon snyder, who
were in an air lock in n of the cylin-
ders blown out, m~iraculously escaped
with their lives.
Crib No. 3. five miles from shore and
two miles beyond crib No. 2. where
nearly a dozen lives were lost a week
ago was the scene of the latest acct
dent. The work of sinking the big
intake shaft at this point was complet-
ed yesterday and five were
engaged in digging a tunnel in the di-
rection of Nc. 2 crib when the fatal ex-
plOSiOn occurred.
The heavy casing OF the shaft was
shattered by the terrific force of the ex-
plosion and al immense volume of wa
ter from the lake rushe in upon the
unfortunate workmen at the bottom.
Two men were at work on staging
at the top of the shaft and were blown
high into the air, but alighted on the
crib. and, beyond being stunned, were
not seriously injured.
The accident occurred early last
night. but nothing was known of il On
shore until today. For some inexplain-
able reason no boats are kept at the
cribs. Thirty men who were on the
crib when the explosion took place,
spent the night vainly signalling for
assistance. 1t was long after daylight
before a tug reached them. 1t is sup
posed that the men digging struck a
vein of gas which was ignited by a
spark made by a workman's pick.
James Williams, who lost his life in
last nights accident, was one OF the
men who so heroically entered the
tunnel after the accident of last week
at crib No. 2 in search CT victims of that
disaster. Plummer Jones, who at that
time descended into the shaft with
Williams, was overcome with gas and
died in the tunnel.
Operations will at once be resumed.
The cribs will, however, be supplied
with boats, life preservers and rockets
to be used as signals. Exports will also
be employed to detect the presence of
gas in the tunnel and in other ways
look after the safety of the workmen.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1901-08-23
The American Bar Association

Denver, Colo, August 2L-The Amer
lean Bar Association opened its tweny-
fourth annual meeting at the. Tabor
grand opera house today with a very
large attendance Of members and spec
tators. General Charles T. Henderson
of Nebraska, president of h associs
ton asst year, introduced Presidett
Edmond Wetmore, of New York, WHO
delivered his annual address.
A new general council was chosen
among which were the following.
North Carolina. j. Crawford Biggs:
Ohio, j. NJ. Sheets: South Carolina,
Charles A. Woods; Virginia, s. s. Pat
terson; Florida, R. ". Williams, Geor
gia . p. w. Meldrim.
A memorial from the louisiana Puf-
chase Exposition Company was read,
inviting the association to meet inst
Louis in 1903, nj also TO aTpoiIt q
committee Of 100 lawyers from the va
rious states Of the union and. il thought
advisable, from foreign countries, TO
formulate a plan for a universal law
congress to be held. as q feature OF the
exposition. The memorial was referred
to q SPECIAL comUtttee.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1901-08-23
Cotton Futures.

New York, August 1.-THE cotton
market opened quiet and firm, with
prices 8 to 5 points higher and, later,
turned strong and scored additional
gains on brisk buying for both &C
counts from all quarters. This fur
Their evidence of inherent strength orig
mated chiefly in bullish Liverpool ca
bles, though bad Texas and South At
lantic states crop accounts helped ma
terially to create bullish confidence.
Before midday October had reached
7.52 and January 1853 on active support
from h room n outside interests
and for a time all indications pointed
to signal additional gains before the
close of the session; but after the Eng
lish market had closed the talent turn
ed for profits, under which prices slow
ly eased off. The bulk Of this sort OF
trading came in the afternoon and was
accelerated by official reports Of light
to lard general rains in Texas. The
central district of hat state received
from a trace to .6S of an inch at six
stations, while some nineteen stations
reported rain. Moreover, private af-
ternoo Texas kilograms declared rain
was still falling over the northern and
central sections.
As the New Orleans NJ rket respond
ed readily to the wet weather news,
room operators were the more willing
to be influenced. Yet evidence of great
strength in southern spot markets and
an evidence of &c in spot cotton here,
tended to make short selling unpopu-
lar. In the last hour efforts were made
to rally the market to the high point
of the day, but support was slow In
coming forward. while profit taking o n
each point rise made the task a diff
fcult one.
At the close the market was steady
and net 8 to Z points higher. Late trad
ing was mostly professional, though
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1901-08-23
Mrs. Governor Beckham Very III

Frankfort, KY. August 21.-Physi-
clans have been summoned by special
train from Louisville TO attend Mrs.
Governor Beckham. who is critically
ill. DR.. E.. E.. Hume, one of the physi-
clans in attendance. stated thai Mrs.
Beckham's condition is exceedingly
grave. She is suffering from septi-
caemia and there is danger of compli-
cations from other organic troubles
which Mrs. Beckham suffered before
the birth Of her child August 18th.
At 8 O'Clock tonight the physicians
attending Mrs. Beckham gave out the
following bulletin:
Mrs. Beckham Is alarmingly i'll. Her
temperature was 1862 and her pulse
40 at 1 O'Clock p. m. S~epticaemia, COM
plicated with nephritis. is the cause of
her illness. Her condition shows a
little improvement at s o'clock p. m.
Mrs. Beckham has not lost conscious
ness, or ceased trying by smiles and
jests to dispel the gloom caused by her
illness The members of her family
arrived from greensboro tonight on a
special train. Her mother has been
with her all day. The physicians put
great dependence upon her strong vi
tally and will power.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1901-08-23
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IA YE;i'I7TEVIE.IIE. N. Q.
The Coffee Market.

New York, August ?1.-The market
for coffee futures opened steady with
prices unchanged TO 5 points higher
on buying for room account, prompted
by a reduced crop movement and firm
Brazilian markets. Other cable news
contained nothing of a feature. Del'V
cries from warehouses reached only a
small total and spot coffee in the street
market ruled dull. The market for flu
lures continued steady after the OPEN
ing, on light foreign and local demand,
fluctuations keeping within a 8 point
range all day. Closing prices were net
unchanged to 5 points higher and to-
tai sales were 90, $50 bags. Spot Rio
quiet; No. z invoice 3 7-16c.