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THE COBRA DISASTER.
The weight of Evidence Against the
Broken Back Theory


Portsmouth Corr. London Chronicle, September "a
The theory that the Cobra's back was
broken by the sea and not by striking an
OBSTRUCTION hnds little IL any acceptance
mere Ihe survivors, pending the court
martial are naturally re;icent and careful
to express no opinions. though were they
otherwise inclined their opinions would not
necessarily be of much value. The men. On
their return here, were utterly broken nv
their terrible experinces, not only during
the disaster itself. but during the awful
ten hours that followed in the tiny boat
into which they were crowded. half naked,
wet. cramped and numbed with cold
Two reasons urged against the broken
back theory are the following: In the
nrst place, destroyers are continually out
In FAR heavier seas without sustaining any
hurt, and the Cobra was heavier and
stRnger than any other. She was built
specially to Withstand the tremendous
strain that full speed would put upon her.
In Itself as much or more than any sea
she might have to face. At the time OF
the disaster she was at easy speed, having
steam only for half-power or less The
ElSwick firm which built her were less
likely than any to incorporate weakness In
her hull
The second point against the theory Is
that with one accord the survivors are
positive I'm asserting that after she struck
that her bows pointed back to Newcastle
again. This Is overwhelming evidence that
she was pinned to rock or sunken wreck,
probably the latter. Had she simply broken
her back through the force OF the waves
she would in all probability simply have
drifted away astern. All the evidence is
that she remained stationary, beyond de-
scribing this circle, subsequently appear
ing abreast upon one quarter. IL this is
true, and there is no reason whatever to
doubt 1t, IL is prima facie proof that the
ship struck. This fact of the ships turn
ing round does not seem to have occurred
to any correspondents worth chron-
icling; at any rate, little or no reference
has been made to IL. 1t is the only point
upon which all the survivors appear to be
agreed. Failing the production OF evidence
other than mere surnlise and guesswork,
very little credence is likely to be attached
to the broken-back theory in naval circles.
though, of course, every one preserves an
of destroyers Is a point upon which those
who go to sea in them not in accord
with generally accepted popular notions
Destroyers, a matter of fact. are the
architectural triumph of the age; their
supposed weaknesses nothing but minor
machinery defects
1t is possible, of course. that the Cobra's
back was broken by the alone. but II
is highly improbable; the most likely the
vious injury in docking in touching
ground. Those who draw deductions from
the Cobra disaster to the effect that de-
stroyers are unsafe in a Sea-way simply
advertise the fact that they have no prac-
teal knowledge whatever. The fragile
DESTROYER belongs to somewhat the same
category as the sea serpent.
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w. r. Speare,
Undertaken & Embalmper.
eio STREET NORTHWEST
Everything strictly hrat-class and on the mos,
reasonable terms. Telephone call $40. 1a7-i0tf
VENTILATION OF CHURCHES.
Impure Atmosphere Common
Houses of Worship.

From the London Lancet.
Considering the extent to which the BEN
efits of fresh air have been exploited of
recent years in connection particularly
with the cure of phthisis, it might natu-
rally be expected that in public places a
state of affairs would not now be tolerat-
ed which is contrary to the recommenda-
tions of medical authority. We are all
perfectly aware of the necessity for free
ventilation. We understand why indis-
criminate splitting is an abominable dan
ger, and how close rooms and stuffy ON
nibuses and overfilled railway carriages
increase the chances Of infection, even for
healthy persons. Moreover, We know that
in the presence Of an infected person, as
where one member of the family is the
subject Of pulmonary tuberculosis, con-
slant supply of pure air in plenty is a
paramount necessity for the health of
those who are bound to live under the
same roof as the sufferer.
So much, then, being matter of common
knowledge, it is little short of marvellous
to see in what kind Of atmosphere this
enlightened public Is content to conffne
itself at certain times. A visit to the
courts of law. or to churches of every de-
nomination, might well lead to a belief
that to these places resorted class of
beings for whom fresh air was a danger
GUS thing, to be carefully excluded, and
that only in thick, carboniferous organ
ically tainted atmosphere could the braiu
of man discern the truth through the mazes
of legal bewilderment or his soul respond
to the solemn claims of religious service.
There can be no greater mistake than to
neglect the conditions of atmosphere in
which mental labors, be they legal of t.f
any other kind, are undertaken. The weari-
ness, the headache, the indifference to food
or inability to assimiiate 1t. that are apt
to follow day in the courts or few
hours in church are often the result of
a fC11l a INN L..
church, viewed from low but practical
standpoint. have much in common In mat
ters of ventilation. however, the modern
theater has advanced In a way which re-
ligious communities might initiate with ad-
vantage. There can be nothing unholy in a
pure atmosphere. The first clergyman who
devotes a collection" to the construction
of efficient ventilation for his church viii
deserve well of his congregation. and win
most assuredly take an effective step
toward Increasing its numbers.
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ASIATIC RUSSIA.
Canada Favored by Heavy Duties on
Imports From United States.
From the Montreal Star. Oct. L.

Canada Favored by Heavy Duties on
Imports From United States.
From the Montreal Star. Oct. 1.
That Russia will dominate northern Chi
ma and that there is a good field open
awaiting the enterprise of Canadian busi-
ness men and manufactures ins the great
Russian empire, is the opinion of Mr.. Will
liam Whyte, assistant to the president of
the Canadian Pacific railway. Mr.. Whyte
arrived in the city last evening, and today
had an interview with Sir Thomas Shaugh-
nessey, to whom he presented his volumin-
Gus report on his trans-Siberian trip. This
report will be discussed by the board of
directors and whether they will consider it
sufficiently encouraging to Justify the es-
tablishing of line of steamers between
Vancouver and Vladivostock the near fu-
ture will tell.
This in fact. was the main object of Mr..
Whytes confidential mission, to report on
the trade requirements Of Russia to dis
cover what field there was open to Cana
dian commerce, and IL it were sufficiently
promising to establish the steamers and
thereby encourage and develop Canada 3
commerce with Russia.
l. Vladivostock is the coming port on the
Pacific Russian enterprise is developing ii
with strenuous efforts, and line of Cana
dian steamers to that place would connect
with the immense districts of Russian Asia
with their millions of people, the possibili-
ties of which are enormous. Mr. Whyte
makes a strong point of the heavy duties
levied against all United States commodi-
ties excepting mining machinery, and agri-
cultural implements, thus leaving open an
immense field for Canadian enterprise 1t
is now, he remarks. a question whether our
people would take advantage of this state
of affairs, and endeavor to produce articles
required in Russia.
Politics Mr.. Whyte refuses to speak upon.
They were carefully eschewed in Russia
and had they not been Siberia would have
been a closed door to him. This being the
case every assistance was given him by
Mr. de Witte minister of finance whom
Mr. Whyte describes as the power behind
the throne. the master hand who has the
destinies~of Russia under control Happily
his influence Is all for peace and the enor-
nous developments now under way are to
be attributed to his influence. Mr. Whyte
left London on the 18th of May for ST. Pc
tersburg thence to Moscow, and thence
over the Trans-Siberian railway, stopping
yet far from completed. and connection is
made between some of the sections by
steamer. This train de luxe, OF Siberian
express, leaves Moscow twice week and
it was on this train that Mr.. Whyte four
neyed.
After crossing the Ural mountains the
country is open and fat to Missoyia. hut
from Missovia to Stretensck and in the
mountains east OF Lake Baikal. there Is
much tunneling. rock cutting and side hill
work Along the lngoga river to Shffta
rock cuts side hill cuttings and tunne,.ng
are seen here and there for eco miles. and
for some distance along the Shilfa to STREET
ensck. The rails are very light. and the
Evening star., 1901-10-09

DL. Sc. COR. R.TTH&L NV.
lS5 y NV, 6r&sta. 1850
2l7 Az NV. .basem' I. Is. 90
/ Rear 927 X / av,
] lge 2-story stable IS. 90
! 170l y ] av. sto- .15. 90
lie Pierce NV. 6rGw14.OO
1904 Sd Sc. Sr&w. .12.OO
1859 sth NV. store. II. 90
ol2S 1th NV, sto. .10.50
! Stab nr l2th&F NV. .10.O
+56 Franklin. store lo. 90
447 y Y av, store. 1000
4o5 I'd Sc. 5r tcoD $50
ZOOS 4th ne. Ar (coD. .S.50
235 Pomeruy, store 500
! i52 ID nv. OF rs. 81 & IS
n Ng SfAurr hAnt a.K 80
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Prefer. the Senate.

From the London chronicle September q.
There was a rumor in London yesterday
that IL Col. John Hay retires from the
American secretaryship OF state he may be
succeeded by Senator Cabot Lodge. The
senator himself is on this side OF the At
iantic just now. not here. but is In France.
One of his intimate friends Ia. however. I'm
London, and being questioned about the
rumor gave the answer: 1T IL wholly un-
likely that Senator Lodge would become
Secretary OF State. even II we make tvo
assumptions: First, that the ofiice 10 to be
vacant: second. that President Roosevelt.
offer 1t to him. ! believe ! am right In
saying that Mr.. Lodge would not leave the
Senate for this or any other Office. Senar
tor Lodge, It may be added will be In
England again before he returns 20 Amer
lea
Evening star., 1901-10-09

FOR RENT-i35 y. j. AVE. Sc. 2-STORY AND
cellar brick: s ruoms and bath; practically s.e.
corner; best home in the city at the money
Evening star., 1901-10-09

FOR RENT-BY B. F. SAL
62I 18th NV, ,st&lirSl4 20
6th&P NV. sto&dw IS. 80
- acres, lge house
& Outbuildings, nr
18th & II ne. 81. 90
1905 1th NV. .sto. eel-S5. 70
1917 s NV. 1Or&b. .35. 90
Sl6 + NV. or, b. eel. .2S. 90
ll5T Tth NV .stSral -. ID
lIt9 18th NV. ar teoD 20. 80
BrightwOOd ay. op-
pOsIte Petworth. 6r
house and shed,
pump, stable and
large yard. .--...-lS. 90
1Ol5 llth NV .st&el.I6. so
Office rms ar KID T. ar
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TOT com m9Iete list Of property for rent send for
weekly bulletin.
oe5-lf II. II. WARNER ( Co. 916 f Nv
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SUBURBAN PROPERTY.

KENsINGTON = NEW HOUSE; CHOICE LoCA-
ton; large lot; mod. conv.; near steam and elec.
cars; easy terms; must SELL Apply GEORGE
PETER, Owner, 3. and o. Station, Kensington.
ocT-26tA
Evening star., 1901-10-09

FOR REVT-IN MT. PLEASANT. NEW BRICK;
Tor. besides cellar and room; laundry; out
side II utters; steam heat; all m- L.; low rent to
good tenant. 3101 10th st. ocS-tf
Evening star., 1901-10-09

FOR SALE--A COZY GROOM HOUSE IN Ne.
2story, bay-window press brick; cellar and fur
mace; good location and convenient 10 cars; price
81, 600. d. d. THOMPSON, 1885 F. se2S-tf
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1901-03-03
ST. MARYS.

ST. MARYS, w. VA, March 2.-B.
f. Rollins, who has been conducting a
grocery on Barron street, has rented
the rooms nov occupied by Dawson's
news depot, and will use them in his
grocery and produce business. MIR. H.
H. Dawson and wife, who have been
here about three years, &c to Parkers-
burg, their former home, taking with
them the best wishes of their many
friends here.
A. V. L. Imfay and family returned
Friday from a visit of several weeks
to relatives in Fairmont.
H. l.. Stout, of Parkersburg, was in
town Thursday oil business and Incl
dentally looking up his numerous &C
quaintances here. He found it neces-
sary to have some n point out OBJ
jects of interest, as the town has
changed so much since he was here
five years ago that he was nearly be-
wildered. MIR. Stout is bookkeeper for
Bettman & Watson, and has been in
their employ several years.
Mr.. E. W. Frink and wife. formerly
residents Of St. Marys, but at present
of Marietta, were here Friday looking
up a house. Mr.. Frink's interests in
the Peasants county oil fields makes
it necessary for him ITO be as near as
possible to the scene of his operations.
The Ladies' Afternoon Club will give
a fancy dress party at the home of
Mrs. w. w. Lockhart ON the evening
of March Is. The affair is said to be
in honor of good old Saint Patrick. A
strong vein of Irish seems to be in
the affair, as it is an afternoon club
giving an evening party in honor of
St. Patrick on the 18th of March.
Little Dorothy, the t~wo-year-old
daughter of ]. w. Stewart, residing on
First street, fell into the burning CRATE
yesterday and was seriously burned.
E. A. Sayre and wife were summoned
to Letart, Mason county, on Thursday.
by news of the death of Mr.. Sayere's
mother.
Miss Pansy Boyd has been compelled
to give up her studies in Marietta Col
lege on account of poor health.
The gorge in the river here is the
heaviest accumulation of ice ever
known at this point. In one place a
hole was drilled to the river bottom,
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houn oounty. whers As has extensive
OIL interests.
Hon. o. ". q. Ehrdman, cf middle
bourne, Tyler county, was here Thurs
day on business.
J. w. and B. L. Morgan, Of Pine Grove,
wore in town Thursday.
L. Gutman, Of Wheeling. was In town
Wednesday.
Cyrus Mccormick, 0 fSistersville. was a
business caller In town Saturday.
A racing circuit composed of the towns
of Parkersburg. Marietta. New Martins
Vile and C~larksburg has been formed. A
meeting was held in each of the places
Wednesday night and committees appoint
ed to attend a meeting of the central or
g~anization, when officers will be elected.
This viii Insure racing at this place all
summer and be the means of a sporting
ring.
Clark Leap has purchased the Hill prop
erty at the corner Of Union and Maple
avenues from Mr.. Theodore Hornbrook;
consideration private. His house o Main
street will be for rent. Persons desiring
a good house to live in or for business on
Main street, cal Ion Clark Leap.
A social gathering was held at the resi-
dence Of Miss Blanche Terrell on Thurs.
day night, among those present were
Misses Della Frank, Sadie Wells, Lulu
Hall, Mary Martin, Gussie Martin and
Mamie McEldowney, Messrs. VIM. Pos
tlewait, Chas. Hornbrook, Leonard Hall,
Ray Terrell, Mr.. Southern, Roy Corbet,
Dode Hornbrok and Charley McMunn.
The evening was spent in card playing
and games that are usually played at
social gatherings.
The Wetzel county fair will be held at
New Martinsville on August 90, q, % and
%. The speed programme will be made
out to-day and will appear in next Sun
days letter.
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SARDIS.

SARDIS, Ohio, March flames Gibson,
of the Deleplain Dry Goods Co., of Wheel
ing, was calling on our merchants this
week.
George Titus was visiting friends at New
Martinsville this week.
Died-At the home Of her daughter,
Mrs. Mat Haverly, on Wednesday morn
ing, February 9th, Mrs. Devaul, age So
of Hannibal, Ohio. Interment at Sardis
cemetery.
George Hutchinson, captain of the
steamer Princess, of Pittsburg, is at home
with his family this week.
John Hartman, of New Martinsville, was
visiting his parents last Sunday.
Frank Humphrey, clerk of the steamer
Jewel, arrived at home this week, as the
boat is laid up at Marietta.
Todd Thompson is at Graysville on bus
mess for Tom Bowen.
James Baxter, of New Martinsville, was
visiting his son, Jesse Baxter.
William Litten, of Graysviue, visited
his parents on last Sunday.
Jesse Baxter is all smiles over the ar
rival of a girl baby at his home.
Samuel Hope has been out this week
leasing coal land for George Titus.
George Case is out on the road this
week, looking after the interests of
Cases shirt factory.
Last Tuesday evening, at her home,
Mrs. Laura Hofer entertained her Sun
day school class consisting of ten little
girls, from Z till 9. The young people en-
joyed a great time, playing games of vari-
n1tr binds ov1 n 1nfnfxr 1rnahn4~ xuo
served for their delectation.
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MARIETTA.

MARIETTA, o., March Mrs. John
Becker entertained a party of lady
friends at her home "Wednesday after
noon, between the hours of two and
sIX.
Mr.. and Mrs. F. H. Odell, of Find
lay, are visiting friends and relatives
in Marietta.
Miss India Witten has been spend
Ing a few days with friends in Sisters
vile, w. Va.
Nh. and Mrs. c. B. Smith, of Nelson
willie, O., are guests of Mr.. and Mrs.
R. l. Joy, Third street.
MI. Paul Gage has arrived from a
visit of two months with his parents
at Long Reach, California.
Mrs. D. H. Thomas has returned
from a visit with relatives at Athens.
Mrs. G. C. Middleswart has returned
from a visit OF several weeks with her
aunt at Chillicothe.
Mr. and Mrs. Orer Riley, of Phila-
dclphia, are here or a visit to Mrs.
Riley's parents, Mr.. and Mrs. l.. E. Nc
Way.
Messrs. w. S. Hancock and M. M.
Dawes left Thursday evening to at
lOuo UuC 1udu6uid tiOA CSlCuIOlltS Ill
Washington.
Mrs. e. E. Hart is home from Porter
Fails, ". Va, where she spent some
lime with her husband.
Mrs. Major Williamson, OF Massillon,
O., was the guest during the week of
Mr.. and Mrs. P. E. Clark, Second street.
She returned home Friday.
Miss Ada Lee Crumley left Friday for
her home at Asheville, O., after a plea
SAINT visit here with Miss Mary D. Put
nam.
Mrs. J.. d. Davis, of Lowell, and her
sister, Mrs. Pake, OF Zanesviule, have
returned home after a visit here with
the formers son, Mr.. A. NJ. Davis.
Miss Lillian Stoehr left the first of
the week for Wheeling, where she has
been visiting friends and relatives.
Rev. A. G.. Beach has returned to his
home in Ashland, Wis, after a pro-
tracted visit here with friends and re-
iGtiyes.
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HMUW=NfN M
Timetables Ala Society, Of the Metho-
dfet church have given q number OF SO
clal a6alra Tor the benefit OF a par
sonage fund, and are certainly to be
commented for the success OF their
Efforts, The nat proceeds OF their re-
cent social and bazaar were sufficient
IN large to nay off the remaining debt
on the building.
w. C, Burns, the druggist, will spend
the day with his parents at George
town.
II. Peabody, Of Water street, Is III OF
grin.
Robert Martin has recovered from an
illness Of grip.
The Suburban club will dance Tues
day evening at the Blue Ribbon hall.
All the departments of the Wheeling
iron and steel plant will resume work
tomorrow morning. The plate mill
Mas imperative the latter part OF the
woek for the purpose Of changing the
rolls.
LOST1A pair of gold spectacles be-
tween Burris' DRUG store and steel
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NJ. Hart h also 4 etenq
we'll established In UoYot4M
A new organization 0nnceeMg Of
boys OF ages ranging Iron tNelve 10
sixteen years, was formed hNE0 the hrst
OF the week. The upper story OF ~
Buckeye Manufacturing Companys
building Is now being 1ttod up with
necessary arrangements. The club a
already a membership Of t~wenty-eight-
The regular weekly meeting OF n
New Century Club was held at the
home Of Miss Lettie HOrnbrook, OF
East Main street, Friday afternoon.
The death of Everett Dent, the
twelve year old son of Mr.. and Mrs.
Ross dent, Of Lincoln avenue, occurred
Monday. after several weeks illness.
Funeral services were held Thursday
afternoon. Interment In the Southern
cemetery.
Mr.. Ed Hornbrook, of the Hunting
ton wharfboat, is visiting his parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. Thos. Hornbrook, OF this
place.
DR.. B. A. Mackall Is confined to his
home on North Chestnut street by a
severe attack of the grip.
Miss Bess Bloyd is visiting Wheeling
friends.
MI. G. E. Hunt left Wednesday on
a business trip to Buffalo.
Van McNichols is in Washington,
where he will attend the inauguration
ceremonies.
Mr.. and Mrs. J. H Watt are visiting
friends at Valley Falls, w. Va
Miss Carrie Burroughs has been
spending several days with her friends,
Mr.. and Mrs. Rosengrant.
Misses Clara and Laura Rogers will
attend the inauguration ceremonies az
Washington.
Capt. Rufus Lane, of the U. S. Marine
Corps, is visiting relatives here.
Mr.. Mckinney, night operator at the
B. & o. station, is seriously Ill.
Mr.. Chas. Hutton left the first OF the
week on a business trip to New York.
Mr.. Dewey Hills, superintendent OF
the Lancaster Reform school, is visit
ing relatives here.
The Coral Union gave a concert at
Moore's Opera House Friday, which
proved to be the best musical enter
tainment given here for some time.
The programme consisted of vocal
solos, quartetts, duet, etc.
Mrs. Kate Rimer, widow of the late
William Rimer, died at her home on
West Main street, Monday, after a long
illness. Funeral services were held
Wednesday afternoon. 1nterment In
the Southern cemetery.
The Tourists Club met Friday after
noon at the home of Mrs. Wilbur Hilles.
Miss Fannie Judkins entertained the
Magazine Club at her beautiful home
on North Chestnut street Wednesday
afternoon.
At a. meeting at the Presbyterian
church held Wednesday evening, it
was decided to take immediate steps
towards the construction of a new
church. The property of r. H. How
ard, adjoining the Presbyterian prop
erty, was recently purchased. A build
ing committee was appointed, with in
structions to have plans prepared for
a building not to exceed in cost S20,V GOO.
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M'MECHEN.

Joseph Garbesi, of M~oundsville. was
here on business yesterday.
j.. 7. King, principal of the Nc
Mechen schools. was in MoundsvjlIe
yesterday attending the meeting of the
Marshall County Teachers Associa-
ton.
Special devotions OF the way OF
the Cross e he'd Friday evening
at st. James church.
On Sunday evening at 7:30 there
Will be Rosary. sermon and benedic-
ton. The subject for the sermon will
be THE Death of the Sinner"
George Meyers aged eighteen years,
died at his home on Pike street, Friday
evening, after several weeks illness
of pneumonia. The funeral will occur
this morning at Warnock Station. o.
Messrs. Charles p. Kinney, S. II.
Cooper, T. n. Martin and John Houch
left last night for Washington to wit
ness the inaugural ceremonies.
Rev. j. w. Engle is at Warnock,
Ohio, to-day. conducting the funeral OF
George Meyers.
Frederick Stuck and Miss Sarah
Roach We're quietly married last We'd
nesday by the Rev. J.. w. Engle.
David Burton, OF Jackson county, is
the guest of his brother, Leonard Bur-
ton. of Lincoln avenue.
W. e. Greenman, of Lincoln avenue,
is very seriously i'll.
John E. Campbell left yesterday for
Baltimore to visit his brother, DR..
Harry Campbell. He viii also witness
the inaugural ceremonies in Washing
ton.
Gen. J. W. Mather Division No. %,
U. R. K. of p, had installation Of Of
ficers last Friday evening. The diyis-
ion viii give a supper ard dance at
McMechen Hall. March %, %, and 30.
Marshal Dan Criswell is a victim of
the prevailing maiady, the grip.
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,'clock in the Presbyterian church.

o'clock in the Presbyterian church.
Ross Marsh, of Wellsburg, and Miss
Annie Pitner, of Wheeling, were married
at the brides home Thursday afternoon,
and arrived here the same night, where
they will make their future home.
Thomas w. Rowe, of Toledo. Ohio,
the national organizer of the A. f. G.. w.
u, is here on business.
Quite a number of our citizens are con-
templating a trip TO the Capital City to
see the sights at the Inauguration.
Mr.. and Mrs. Homer Beard, of Bellaire.
Ohio, are the guests of Mrs. Beard
mother.
Mrs. W. S. Teeples left yesterday for
Flaln city, Ohio, called there. by the
serious illness OF her mother.