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Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
VOLCANIC ACTION
OF MT. BLACKBURN
A Supposed Harmless Mountain in Alaska
Belched Ashes and Smoke.
PHENOMENON OVER IN TEN MINUTES
1 Cloud Of Ashes and Smoke Shot Out Into
the Air Several Hundred c:t. and Then
There Seemed 10 Flow From the Opening
In the Top Stream o! Dirty STUFF Mixed
With Large and Small BouIderS

Seattle, Wash. (SpeciaD Word has
been received here that az eruption of
Mount Blackburn. Southeastern Alaska.
occurred on April H.
a special 10 the Times from Skagway,
under date of May 2s. says:
Accounts of thrilling nature regard
ing the volcanic action of a supposed
harmless mountain i'll Alaska were
brought TO this city by ]. c. Mcfarland
Seven weeks ago slight earthquake
shock was felt in all parts OF Alaska. and
until now the phenomenon remained I'M
explained.
Mr. Mcfarland. who is geologist.
was within few miles of Mount Black
burn. He said:
"'On April IL, about go A. NJ. ! was
packing my cooking utensils. when the
air about me suddenly became oppressive
with a distinct and uncommon silence
In my wanderings through different
wilds ! had become used to many strange
freaks OF nature, but this one appalled,
ME. | was in rough. mountainous
country. about 10 miles from the base of
Mount Blackburn. in Southeastern Alas
ka, not far from the starting point of the
glacier. which. as it rears its face on the
Pacific ocean, is called Muir Glacier.
Suddenly the earth beneath my feet
shook. a low rumbling sound accom-
panied the quaking. glanced up at
Mount Blackburn. 1t seemed as if the
peak had suddenly opened. A cloud of
ashes and smoke shot out into the air
several hundred feet Then there seemed
to flow from the opening in the top a
stream of dirty stuff mixed with large
and small boulders. This continued only
for about 10 minutes, then ceased as sud-
denly as il had begun. The air cleared
and nature seemed again to wear her
CHEEKY smile.
1t was three days. after many peril
Gus attempts, before succeeded in
reaching the base of the mountain. Then
| discovered that the country for miles
around had been affected. The small
underground Of the trees had been en-
tirely covered up This stuff which
poured from the top of the mountain was
not even warm, but seemed to consist
purely of dust, rocks and other thin sub
stances.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
To Make MaIleable Glass

Muncie, Ind. (SpeciaD Il claim to
have discovered the secret of manufac-
turing malleable glass, the long-lost art
aof the ancients, and, though ! have not
succeeded in obtaining glass that is
absolutely malleable-that is, hammerable
and unbreakable-I am now manufacture
ing semi-malleable ware, and soon will be
able to put on the market kind of glass
that will be as malleable as any of the
metals" was the statement made by
Louis Kauffeld. Kauffeld is the head OF
q lamp-chimney factory He is turning
out few chimneys of his semi-malleable
glass. but says he is not yet ready to put
them on the market in any considerable
quantity.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
LIVE NATIONAL CAPITAL AFFAIRS.
Ambassador 10 United States.

The Hon Michael Henry Herbert.
who is nominally secretary TO the Brit
ish Embassy al Paris. will probably be
the next British Ambassador TO the
United States. iii succession TO the late
Lord Pauncefote.
MIR. Herberts appointment will prob
ably not be announced until the remains
of Lord Pauncefote arrive in England.
The only question in regard TO Mr.. Her
bert's selection is the approval of King
Edward
His Majesty is taking a keen personal
interest in the matter of Lord Paunce-
totes successor. but he will not be asked
officially to confirm or disapprove the
candidate OF the Foreign Office until the
period of time during which the Govern
ment pays respect TO the late Lord
Pauncefote has elapsed.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Standing Army Reduced.

BY direction OF the President, Secre-
tary Root has issued a general order de-
creasing the strength OF the permanent
military establishment and changing the
ratio of its makeup. as provided in the
general order issued last May to carry
out the Army Reorganization law.
Under the general order of last May
the total strength OF the Army was fixed
at 77,2S7 men. The order just issued re-
duces this figure to 66,4o7, reduction
of 1890.
In the cavalry branch OF the service
The old order specified IL troops OF S.
men each to regiment; the new order
establishes IL troops of IS men each.
This will decrease the total strength of
the IS cavalry regiments from 1880 to
II.C.O.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
A Reported Tiff With Spain.

Paris (By Cable "A dispatch 10 the
Patrie from Madrid states that Senior
Sabina Arana, leader of the Bscayan
Nationalist party, sent long cable mes
sage to President Roosevelt congratu-
lating him on the establishment of the
republican government i'll Cuba and that
the Spanish censor suppressed the mes
sage 1t is also said that the Spanish
Government ordered the prosecution OF
Senior Arana, and that President Roose-
welt has instructed the United States
Legation at Madrid to ask for explana-
TONS"
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Aeronaut Falls 500 Feet.

Kingston, n. Y. Especial )-Harry
Hicks, an aeronaut, was killed at King
ston Point, summer resort He had
been engaged TO make daily balloon as
tensions, and in the afternoon was
booked for his first exhibition When
the balloon had reached an altitude of
about 1000 feet Hicks commenced the
descent by means of parachute COM
ing slowly to about 800 feet above the
Hudson river. For some reason he lost
his hold and fell. striking head first on
a sand bar in the river. Hicks was a
nephew of Charles Kabrick, well known
as a halloonist
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Died In His Il2th Year.

Boston, (SpeciaD.-James Cavan-
naugh. who was probably the Oldest per-
son in New England died at the home OF
his daughter, Mrs. BARLEY McSherry. OF
Watertown. He was III years old last
Christmas. Until two months ago he
was in fairly good health and was about
the streets almost daily. Mr.. Cavanaugh
was born December IS. 1890, in County
Monaghan. Ireland He served seven
years as a taller in London, and during
that time he often stated that he made
clothes for King George III and King
George ",
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Family Killed or Manned by Train.

Greenville. Pa. (SpeciaD An Erie
train at a crossing near Sugar Grove,
six miles east of this place. struck a car
rage in which a number of relatives
were riding. The accident almost blotted
ont one family and manned for life every
member OF another Ethel Mcclure. aged
years. and Bette Mcclure. aged IL.
were killed The injured were: Mr..
Charles Mcclure. fatally hurt John w.
Owens. aged 90. arm broken: Mrs. John
Owens, ear almost severed. check torn
open, and Mary Owens. aged IL, bruised.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Capital News in General

The House. by vote OF I2o to 20,
adopted vote of thanks TO Secretary
Hay for his GRAFTON OH the occasion of
the Mckinley memorial services.
The Supreme Court decided that the
State had the right 10 exclude steamer
load of immigrants in pursuance CT its
quarantine regulations.
The United States Supreme Court de-
cidcd that the Interstate Commerce Gem
mission did not have the right TO reduce
terminal charges
The cruiser Brooklyn has been ordered
10 be ready OH tic 25th inst. to carry the
remains of Lord Pauncefote to England
The United States Supreme Court de-
cided that the Bankruptcy Law was Uni
form in its provisions, and. therefore
valid.
United States Consul NORMAN, At Mu-
Mich. Germany. informs the State De-
par,ment that Col E T. Nollum, L. s.
A. retired. died in tina, city.
Congressman Broussard and Nic,o. s.
Clark were the witnesses before the
Senate Committee investigating the Cu-
ban sugar question.
President Roosevelt has decided to
make two trips TO the West during the
coming fall
William F. Spurgin. recently pro-
NOTED to be brigadier general. has been
retired. making an opening for Col
Samuel NJ Whiteside
The French government bestowed the
decoration of the Legion OF Honor upon
the members OF the commission appoint
cd by the President 10 receive the Rocll-
ambeau commission.
The bill OF Representative Overs,rcct.
OF Indiana. abolishing the one eighth kcg
of beer, was favorably acted upon by the
Ways and Means Committee.
The Navy Department was advised OF
the death al Bacoor. in the Philippines.
OF Lieut. Olaf Fl. Rask, of the Marine
CORDS, OF cholera.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
RooseveIt's Trips Next Fall.

President Roosevelt has undertaken to
make two trips through the Western
country next fall One will be in the
Southwest and the other in the North
west.
They will be made in redemption of
promises more or less specifically made
by the President last winter About the
last of September Mr. Roosevelt will go
TO Springfield, Ill. and TO Detroit, Mich,
stopping on the way at some other
points not yet selected In the latter
part of October he will go as far into
the Southwest as San Antonio. Texas.
He has been strongly urged to go on a
bear hunt in Mississippi as the guest OF
the Governor of the State, and il is pos
sible he will accept the invitation, for he
will visit New Orleans, which is near by,
On this trip.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Love. Sick indian Killed.

Buffalo, n. y. Especially Adam ia
cobs, a full-blooded Cattaraugus Indian,
vas slashed 20 death with knife in a
fight OH the reservation near Lawton's
Station Jacobs is said TO have gone to
the house of Hattie Snow and smashed
il. the doors and window because an
I"dian girl with whom he was in love
lad taken refuge there He was jealous
al Charles Snow son OF Hattie Snow.
/; IS said tina; Jacobs savagcly attacked
Snow. and that Snow killed him in self
defense.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Memorial to Archibald Forbes.

London, by Cable) Field Marshal
Lord Wolseley unveiled a memorial tab
let to Archibald Forbes, the war CORE
spondent, who died March so. 1900 in
the crypt of ST. Paul's Cathedral, in the
presence, among others. OF the widow
Gen. Sir Evelyn Wood and Command
or Richardson Clover. naval attache oil
the United States Embassy Lord Wolse-
lev paid high tribute to the correspond
ent, who served through so many cam
paipns with him.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Pneumatic Mail Service,

Postmaster General Payne has called
for bids. to be opened here on July IL
next. for the contracts for installing the
pneumatic tube mail service in Boston,
New York, Brooklyn, Philadelphia,
Washington, Chicago and ST. Louis.
The bids are 10 cover either all or
parts of the service planned in each
city. The ultimate limit of annual ex-
penditure in all the cities Of the country
for this purpose. prior 10 July l. 1904,
as allowed by Congress, is $4,000, and
each city is limited to an annual expend-
iture not to exceed 4 per cent. of the
gross annual revenues for the preceding
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Texans Fight With Burglars.

Beaumont. Texas (SpeciaD.-The
safe of the treasurer OF Hardin county,
at kountze. 20 miles north OF this city,
was blown open by burglars and all the
county money stolen. The burglars and
i posse had fight at Silsbee. 10 miles
east. at daylight. One burglar was
wounded. but all escaped into big
thicke:. The sheriff OF this county, with
bloodhornds. left for the scene on an
early morning train.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Collision Between Seorchers.

Lancaster, Pa. (SpeciaD One man
Is dead and another dying as the result
of a bicycle collision which occurred
here. The victims are Walter Powell
and Daniel Treewitz, each about u
years. Powell is speedy amateur bicy-
clist. Paced by Treewitz, he was train
5ng for race on Wheatland avenue
II was dark and neither bicycle had a
lamp. Powell, thinking he had out
stripped Treewitz. turned to find him,
and they collided. both being thrown vio-
-lenfly to the street. Powell was carried
unconscious to ST Joseph's Hospital
near by. His skull was fractured and he
died without having regained conscious
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
cremated In North Carolina.

Elizabeth City, n. c. (SpeciaD The
Godfrey brick building in this city was
destroyed by fire and two men persisted.
The dead are W. K Carter and Ben
jamin Ward. The lower floor of the
building was occupied by J. K. Bergeron.
On the upper floor were the sleeping
apartments OF Bergeron's sons, Carter
and Ward.
Young Bergeron had narrow escape.
His roommates were penned in the blaz-
ing building and could find no means OF
escape.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Ate Their Own Children.

San Francisco, Special News
comes from Korea that famine in sew
rral districts is causing great misery AMI
,any deaths. In the Kyoha district the
soplc were driven TO stripping bark
I'M the trees and eating it. Trees
und 4 royal tomb were thus treated
III the keeper warned the starving
hey were committing sacrilege
e a family was driven 10
two youngest children
wing By the road
Door for
n rice
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
FARMER NAILED TO A TREE.
tsaeious Cruelty Of Two Robbers-liIs Sides
and Hands Laeerated.

Huntsville. Ala, (SpeciaD Tom
Hairless, farmer living near Berkeley,
was assaulted and robbed by two men
and then nailed TO tree. He was res
rued alive, but his hands were badly
horn and he will not be able to work for
several months. Hairless had been plow-
ing and was eating his dinner at spring,
when he was confronted by two strange
men with pistols, who robbed him of s.
and then backed him against tree. The
loose folds OF flesh on each side were
pulled out and nailed to the tree, and
his hands were stretched above his head
and treated likewise In this condition
the man remained until dark, when he
was rescued by farm hand.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
He Couldn't Save All.

Portland, Ore Especial Herbert
Martin, Ivy Martin. Lily Durkee and
Lizzie Durkce were drowned by the cap
sizing of a rowboat in the Columbia
river. near Martins Bluff, IL miles above
Kalama. Herbert Martin saved his
mother. Mrs. Z. c. Martin, one sister,
Ella Martin, and Mrs Jones. After TAX
ing them to shore, he swan back to save
the rest OF the party. but became cx-
hausted and was drowned with the three
others who had been in the boat
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
PEACE TERMS ARE SIGNED
AND THE B0ER WAR ENDED
After Great and Heroic Struggle for Independence
Against Overwhelming Odds the Brave Beers
Surrender to Great Britain-It Is I'm
possible, Exclams Kruger.
March 2z. Ioubert died.

March Fl, Joubert died.
May /, Roberts began march on Pre-
toria; June :, he entered the capital.
October Is, siege of Mafeking was
raised.
May rs. annexation of Orange Free
State announced.
October 20. 1900. proclamation of the
annexation of the Transvaal.
December Is. 1899. General Butler was
sue ceeded by Lord Roberts as COM
lander in-chief In the latter part OF
ne st year he returned TO England and
VI; appointed Commander of the First
Army Corps. Because of an incorporate
speech he was relieved of this command
Cctober 22 1901.
January, 1901, De Wet invaded Cape
Colony.
March 10, 1902, Lord Methuen cap
tured by General Delarey.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Chattanooga is Shaken.

Chattanooga. Tenn. Especially AT
$50 A. NJ considerable portion Of the
sleeping population of this city was
aroused by the shaking of houses and rat
Ting of windows, which continued for
only few seconds Inquiries fail to de
velop any damage 10 property. but it is
asserted by many reputable citizens that
the disturbance was u distinct earth
quake Walls of houses vibratei and
windows ratified A number OF super
,titious negroes who were awakened by
the shaking Of their beds ran to the
street thoroughly scared
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Deficit In Postal Funds Small

The revenues of the Postoftice Depart
ment for the current fiscal year will
nearly equal the expenditures, notwith-
standing the comparatively large amount
expended for rural free delivery. Third
Assistant Postmaster General Madden
estimates that the total revenue will be
SI2I, $4,000, an increase of SIo,o46,6o5
over 1901. The deficit will be the small
est since the modern rates OF postage
were adopted. which is regarded as an
other indication OF the great prosperity
of the nation
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Mckinley Chimes.

Lincoln, Neb. (SpeciaD.-A chime :.
ten bells was dedicated to the memory of
William Mckinley in this city They
were placed in the spire of the largest
church in the city. ST. Paul's Methodist.
They were dedicated with impressive
services. after a sacred concert from the
bells. McKinleys favorite hymns, Lead,
Kindly Light" and Nearer. My God. to
Thee" were PLAYED during the evening.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
GoIiad Death List Now I4L.

San Antonio. Texas Especially The
death list at Goliad, as a result of the
tornado on May IS. continues to grow.
w. H. Maddox and David Mathis, both
prominent in business circles, died, ms
ing total of III dead up to this til
Aiaddox'S three children were killed
the night OF the storm, and his wife di
several days ago.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Seeks Beauty; Finds Death.

Chicago (SpeciaD Within few
hours after treatment to face beautify-
ing process at the hands OF a dermatol-
ogist Miss May Thompson. stenogra-
pher. living At No. Coz West Monroe
street, died and the Coroner has taken
up the case Ii appears that 4 plaster
cast was used during the treatment. and
it is thought probable that the young
woman died from heart failure. super
induced by Suffocation.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Almost a Billion More Stamps.

Almost I.oCo,ooO.ooo more postage
stamps OF all kinds have been issued
since July last TO the pos,offices OF the
United States than were issued during
the entire past fiscal year. The total
issue during the present fiscal year up
to this morning is 4.o2S.5I4,645 stamps,
against 3.I74.74S,S3o for the entire fiscal
year ending June 81 last
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
The Kaiser viii Welcome Them.

Mr.. Won Heleben, the German Am
bassador, called at the State Depart
ment. by direction OF his Government.
to inform Secretary Hay that Emperor
William expected tina; Gems. Fl. c. Cor
bin, S B. NJ Young and Leonard Wood
would visit Germany next fall TO witness
the army maneuvers. and that he would
extend to them most cordial welcome
as his own guests This notice follows
one already received by cable from Am
bassador White.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Ping Pong's First Victim,

New York (SpeciaD Ping pong has
claimed its first victim by death. Ex-
Assemblynlan l. Albert Engelhart died
OF apoplexy at $50 \. NJ. He over
exer,ed himself playing ping-pong. The
doctors think that in trying to make a
difficult backhand. forearm stroke he
severed an artery in the brain.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Four Miners Dead: Six Dying.

San Antonio, Texas (SpeciaD -Four
Mexican miners were killed instantly
and six fatally injured by gas explo-
sion in shaft No s of the Hondo coal
mines, on the Mexican international
railroad. Is miles from Eagle Pass. The
the same ono in which an explosion last
February caused the deaths of 100
miners
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
sICO.OOo.COS Banl: for Chicago.

Chicago Especially The consolida-
ton OF the First National Bank and the
Metropolitan National Bank has been
formally approved at meetings held b.
the stockholders Of the two institutions
On Monday Chicago will have open for
business its first SIoo, 100000 bank.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
A Blow TO Furniture Combine.

Grand Rapids. Mich. (Special)-At a
meeting OF the Grand Rapids Furniture
Manufacturers Association the question
of entering the proposed furniture pool
was discussed. and it was practically
decided no, TO JOIN it. This will be
severe blow 10 the combine and may
nre,,e,.f ifs .,,ntrr;ali-i.,
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Britain Expresses Gratitude.

Mr. Raikes. charge OF the British En-
bassy,, called upon Secretary Hay at the
State Department and formally ex-
pressed the high sense of appreciation Of
the British Government at the unusual
honors done the memory OF the late
Lord Pauncefote in the funeral services.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Mrs Car.ic Nation Pardoned.

Topeka. Kan. Especially Carrie
Nation. who was sentenced TO the Shaw
nee County jail on May 10 for one
month and &c pay fine of $780, at the
rate of ST a day. for smashing saloon
fixtures. was pardoned by Governor
Stanley. Her fine was RENTED.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Heroic Statue of Mckinley

Muskegon. Mich. (Specialj.-A he
roic bronze statue OF the late President
Mckinley was unveiled here Ii is gift
TO the public schools of Aluskegon1 by
Charles H. cackley. millionaire lun,-
herman OF this city, and cost S3ooooj
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Death Penalty for Train Robbery.

Senator Plat. of New York. intro
duced bill in the Senate making train
robbery felony and providing the death
penalty for the offense
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07

East Hampton. Conn. (SpeciaD.-
Many residents in the southern part of
this town felt what they believe were
earthquake shocks The disturbance oc-
Cured at $50 o'clock, awakening sleep
ing persons. Earring buildings and rat
ting dishes. II lasted about 40 seconds.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07
Ouakes NORTH and South.

Grcenvilie, s. c. Especially .-A dis
tinct earthquake shock was felt here.
The tremor was accompanied by low
rumblng sound. continued several sec
onds.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-06-07

ne Absence Of vioIenee- When the Non.
Inisa Men We're Taken to the Mines
here Was No Trouble at Any Gallery
v No Hostile Demonstration.
>esbarre, Pa, (SpeciaD.-The or
he United Mine Workers of
-alling out on strike all en-
.rnen and pumpmen employed
S where the eight-hour work
resent wages was not granted
effect, and, as has been pre-
Majority of the men obeyed the
side can claim a victory at this
ause the struggle on this phase
anthracite coal miners strike has
)ened.
cough a majority of the men quit
the companies, generally speaking,
yeded in keeping their pumps in op-
on. The operators feel that at pres
they have the advantage. but they
yot so sanguine of the future. The
I number of men who quit cannot
obtained Each side refuses to make
iblic their figures, but gave out in
,rmation that roughly estimates the
timber of men affected. These estimates
e far apart.
National President Mitchell, OF the
iners' union, gave out statement IN
hich he says:
Reports received from every impor-
mining community indicate that
re the eight-hour day has not been
:eded. fully 60 per cent of the fire.
4. pumpmen and engineers have
'ed work The number will be ma
ally increased daily. In some sec
IS mine foremen have positively de-
ned to perform the work OF engineers,
emen and pumpmen. In some places
bremen have manned the pumps, and
Jerks have also been required to per-
form this labor"