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Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
All Sin an Original signatory.
COLLAPSE OF A SIDEWALK
Drops Fifty People Ten Feet and Four Are
Badly Hurt.

Chicago, July 31.-A sidewalk in
front of 344S Halsted street collapsed
while it was crowded with men, wom-
en- and children. who were watching a
wounded man being carried to Il doc
tors office. Fifty persons were hurled
ten feet downward. -Four were badly
injured, and Il dozen more were bruised
and shaken as they fell, huddled on
the planks and earth below the side
walk.
Enos Daley, who was being carried
into the building, was probably mortal
ly wounded by pistol shot supposed
to have been inflicted in n brawl near
Thirty-eighth and Morgan streets. The
crowd had gathered, drawn by curios-
ity, on hearing the shooting. The in
jured are Mrs. Elizabeth FitZsimmons.
Kittie Nugent, John Parker and Gust
Wise. None of the injured is fatally
hurt.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
New Grade of Barley.

Milwaukee, July 31.-The board of
directors of the Milwaukee Chamber
of Commerce has voted favorably on
proposed amendment to establish a
new grade of barley. to be known as
standard barley, which, as the rule
states ''shall be n good mailing bar
ley, testing not less than forty-siX and
one-half pounds to the measured BUSH
ey, reasonably sound and reasonably
clean. but not light enough in color
for. No 90
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
PIatt visits the President.

Oyster Bay. n. Y, July Ex-senator
Thomas G. Platt and George G. Dunn,
chairman of the Republican state COM
mittee of New York, were guests of
President Roosevelt at Sycamore Hill
yesterday. They came by invitation
of the president to discuss with him
tn epolitical situation in New York
state. They arrived about 12:30 on
board the government yacht Sylph,
and were met at the landing by one
of the Presidents carriages.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
Another Car Ferry Line.

Milwaukee. July 31.-Another car
ferry line, to be operated between
Milwaukee and the Michigan shore.
has been practically settled upon. it
is announced. Captain Crosby. presi-
dent of the Crosby Transportation
company. says that the deal has not
been closed. 1t is admitted. however,
that the plan to put or a modern
steel car ferry with a capacity of
twenty-eight or thirty ears between
Milwaukee and Grand Haven is being
carefully considered.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
Ex-senutor villas. Niece Married.

Madison, Wis, July 31.-Miss Eliza
beth L. Villas, daughter of the late
Levi ID. Villas. of Minneapolis. and
niece of ex-senator William +. Villas,
of this city. was married Tuesday to
G. T. Gary, of Richmond, Va. The
wedding occurred at the home of the
brides mother.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
old Bonds of No value? /?

Madison. Wis, July 31.-Judge
Bum, of the federal court of the
western district of wisconsin, has
handed down decision dismissing the
complaint in the $2,OOOOO0 suit of AL
bert c. Gunnison. George \. Bright
and Howard j. Forker, all of New
York city, against the Chicago, Mil
waukee and st. Paul Railroad COM
pany and G. Hilton Scribner. trustee.
The suit was brought to recover the
value of old. bonds
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
Settles the Library site Question.

Rockford, Ills, July 31.-Judge Don
nelly has denied a petition for an in
junction tOrestrain the city from build
ing the new Carnegie public library on
The legal action was brought by dis
appointed East Rockford residents
who wanted the building ON their side
of the river. 1t is felt that the de-
cision will end the controversy, which
has been bitter for more than one year.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
Attemnt tn Wreck a Train.

Gilman. Ills. July 31.-A third at
tempt to wreck the New Orleans linn
tied on the Illinois Central was made
a short distance north of Danforth by
piling ties on the track. The only dam
age was to the pilot of the engine. a
previous attempt by pulling a bolt out
of a switch wrecked the RantouI ac-
commodation near Ashkum a few
weeks ago
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
Advised to Quit the Town.
INJURED IN A TALLYHO

Touring Party's Coach Overturned by Troll
ley Car.
Denver, Colo, July 31.-Fifteen per-
sons were injured on a tally-ho coach
which was struck by a trolley car
and overturned. Mrs. /. A. Horton
and c. j. Mcmillan received injuries
which may result in death. Others
who We're mostly tourists were not
seriously injured.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
THREE ARE DROWNED
IN MYSTERIOUS WAY

Pennington, Maine, July 31.-News
reached here today that three per-
sons were drowned in the Kennebago
stream near Mooselookmeguntic
lake some time last night. The par
ty of two men and two women went
to Indian Rock in boat for mail.
Only one man returned, in such a
mental condition that he could tell
no details.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31

tnat more faranres ala not result More
than twenty strikers. all of whom are
foreigners. were shot. and at least two
of them will die. Many of the mer-
chants and politicians are refusing to
sign the call for troops. fearing that
the miners will boycott them after the
trouble: and as the governor has made
the sending of troops contingent on the
petition ofA.itiZenS there is some doubt
as to whether they will be sent
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
No Naval Station Dominating Havana.

Washington, July 31.-Probably the
last chance the navy department had
to secure 4 coaling or naval station in
Havana harbor was lost by the action
of the Cuban cabinet in authorizing
the lease of the arsenal grounds. This
was the site of the projected United
SfateS naYaI station.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
something New i'm Court rulings.

Milwaukee,, July 31.-The courts
have deprived Herman Rudolf of the
privilege of speaking to his wife This
order was issued by Court Commits
sioner McElroy. Rudolf has been sued
for divorce, and his wife secured the
order to, stop him from molestiDg her.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
M'HUGH GOES TO JAIL
Irish Nationalist Who Called a Judge a
Condemned Liar.

Condemned Liar.
London, July 31.-Patrick \. Nc
Hugh, Nationalist member of parlia-
ment for the north division of Leitrim
left the house of commons last night
accompanied by the governor of the
Sligo Jail, in which place McIIugh is
to serve Il sentence of three months
imprisonment. \ select parliamentary
committee decided to take no action in
the case.
McHugh was arrested on i bench
warrant charging him with contempt
of court. In the course of McHugh's s
trial in April, when he was accused of
publishing SeditiouS libclS in his news
paper, the Sligo Champion, it is
charged that he called the presiding
magistratea id liar and that he re-
fused TO apologize, saying to the mag
iStrateS: Il never express regrets to
to sweeps of your kind
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
Train Takes a Fatal Plunge.

Pittsburg, July ;31.-The engine of
the west-bound fast mail No II OH the
Pennsylvania railroad jumped the
track near Packsaddle yesterday and
plunged oyer an. cmbankment. taking
with it the mail cars. One man was
killed and five injured. The dead man
was John Kemmerling. engineer. of
Altoona, Pa. $. NJ. Kinsley. fireman,
also of Altoona, was badly hurt. The
other injuries were slight
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
Tried to Coni1nfr suidlde.

Chicago July 31.-Granger Smith,
one of tn eoIdest insurance men in this
city. and member of the firm of Smith,
Miller, Whitney x Barbour. tried to
commit suicide yesterday by shooting
himself in the head at his home in
Waukegan. Illness and dependency
was the cause. Letters We're written
by him before the attempt OH his life
indicating that the act was premedi-
tated. His physician said the wound
was NOT mortal
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
KilIed by an Emery wheel.

Pontiac, Mich, July 31.-William
McLaren. who was hurt Saturday by
bursting emery wheel in the Pontiac
Vehicle and Implement Spring COM
pany's works, is dead of his injuries.
The members of his family. who were
with him, will take the body home to
Port Huron for interment. Superin-
tendent A J. Pullaw's right arm was
broken in five places
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
KING WALKS ABOUT
Edward SO Much Improved That He Gets
Around without Assistance.

-Cowes, July 31.-Today's bulletin is
as follows: His majesty has made
rapid progress since Monday last.
His general condition continues all
that could be desired. The wound is
healing satisfactorily. The king is
now able to walk the entire length of
the pavilion deck easily without as
sistance."
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
sent Him Back to GrayIIng.

Bay City, Mich, July 31.-Joseph
Williams, of Grayling. totally blind,
stole sack of flour for his hungry
family three months ago, and has
since served sentence in the Gray
ling county Jail. When his time ex-
pired some one put him on train and
started him for this city. Later the
local authorities sent the blind man
back to Crawling.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
New Railway Incorporated in Iowa.

Omaha, July 31.-The Clarinda,
College Springs and Southern railroad
has been Incorporated in Iowa, with
Il nominal capital stock of 100000.
The road will be 80 miles long and
will run from Des MOines into north
ern Missouri, with a probable south
ern terminus ct Tarkio, Mo.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
CHARLES CRAVEN
LYNCHED AT LEESBURG

Washington. d. c., July 31.-Charles
Craven, the negro accused of murder
ing William H. Wilson near Herndon.
w. Va. was lynched at Leesburg this
afternoon.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
VINO Controls the q. s &c

New York, July 31.-Reports from
San Francisco received here state that
the st. Louis and San francisco has
acquired control of the. Chicago and
Eastern Illinois. Two directors of the
Frisco road who We're seen refused
to confirm or deny the report H. III.
Porter. who represents the controlling
interests in Chicago and Eastern 1lli-
nois. declined to discuss the matter
at all
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
LoudensIager Wins the Eight.

Woodbury.. y. J., July 31.-The con-
test in the First New Jersey district
for the Republican congressional, NOM
ination ended yesterday in the selec-
ton of Representative y. G. Louden-
slayer, who received 1S1 votes in the
convention against 123 for ]. Alphonse
Van SAINT
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
was an Oppressive Day.

Omaha, July 31--The thermometer
reached 90 in Omaha yesterday ano
the humiditw was high. One prostra-
ton is reported-that Of w. H. IownS-
end, prominent sproting goods deai
er. His condition is serious.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
They Always Plead Not Guilty.

Sioux City, Ia, July 31.-Ernest
Leveswar, accused of the murder Of
George Puck. of Sioux City, and Geo.
Ostra nder. of Climbing Hill. Ia,
pleaded not guilty when arraigned for
trial at Sturgis, :. D., yesterday.
Work of securing a jury was begun.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
Played Havoc with the Farmers.

MeadviIle. Pa, July 31.-The long
continued rains have played havoc
with the farmers of Crawford county
and the damage to wheat, corn, hay,
oats and potato crops will aggregate
hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
Mvrtle smith Acquitted.

Kokomo, Ind. July 31.1-Myrtle
Smith. charged with the murder of her
step-father, Albert Milton, has been
acquitted on her plea of self-defense.
Milton had assaulted his wife and
daughter, when the latter shot him.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
objection TO SUNDAY Funerals.

Grand Rapids, Mich, July 81
There is a strong movement on foot
here which will ultimately put an end
to Sunday funerals in Grand RaRpids.
Clergymen and liyerymen have united
against them.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
Michigan Democrats Meet Late.

Detroit. July 31.-The Democratic
state convention to nominate candi-
dates for governor and state officers
convened in Light Guard armory at
4:15 Yesterday afternoon. Alfred y.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
Los AIamos, CAL, Suf-
ferS From Seismic
Shock.
BRICK BUILDINGS FALL
And Damage of General
Nature Done But No
Lives Are Lost.

Los Alamos, Cal, July 31.-The
most severe earthquake in the his
tory of this place occurred at 20
this morning. 1t is impossible as yet
to estimate the damage, but it is very
heavy.
No lives have been lost. though
there were many narrow escapes.
Every brick building in town was de-
stroyed or badly wrecked In nearly
every house windows were broken.
The Presbyterian church. a large
brick structure, was razed to the
ground. \ similar fate befel the
general store of W. S. Wickenben
Shock of Spiral Nature.
The shock seemed to have a spiral
motion. Goods were hurled from
shelves of stores and piled in the mid
die of the rooms. Not a chimney is
standing in the town. All brick walls
were badly damaged. but frame struc-
lures generally escaped serious in
jury.
Whole Town Aroused.
The whole town is aroused. People
fled from their houses to the streets
in panic.
There lave been several light
shocks since July %.
Los AlamoS is town of about GOO
inha bitants, in Santa Barbara county.
Advised to Quit the Town.
Between and this morning there
were three distinct shocks, adding to
the terror of the inha bitants, many
of whom are leaving town. President
Wheeler. of the University of Cali
fornia, was communicated with by
telephone and advised the people to
quit the town as soon as possible.
The advice was acted upon immedi-
ately The financial loss in this
town is estimated at 100000. Reports
from other sections of the valley Will
probobaly increase this amount by
many thousands.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31

with four companies of troops. The
entire 18th and Sth regiments are un-
der waiting orders. Everything is
quiet.
Harrisburg. Pa, July 81. - The
Eighth and Twelfth regiments and
Goveronr's troop have been sent to
Shenandoah.
Shenandoah, Pa, July 31.-A reign
of terror. compared with which the
scenes enacted during the riots of
1900 seem Insignificant held Shenan-
doah in its grasp last night. From u
p. IN. yesterday, Center street. which
is one of the principal streets of the
town, was in the hands of an infuri-
ated mob. Two of the borough pO-
hcemen were shot, one perhaps IA
tally. Joseph Beddall, a leading mer-
chant. and cousin of Sheriff Beddall,
was brutally dubbed to death, and
upward of a score of strikers whose
names at this writing could not be
ascertained We're shot by policemen,
and it is expected that many deaths
will result.
Sherln ASKS Tor state Troops.
Sheriff Baddall arrived from Potts
vile ut 7:45 p. III. with Il posse of
deputies. He took up his headquar-
ters at the Ferguson hotel, which was
surrounded by several thousand men.
To an Associated Press reporter he
admitted that he had asked Governor
Stone to send the militia. The gov
ernor wired that if the citizens of the
town petition for troops he will send
them. and n petition was circulated
for that purpose.
Began on the Picket Line.
The trouble started about p. m,
when Deputy Sheriff Thomas Beddall
attempted to escort two non-uniOn
workers through the strikers line of
pickets. The workmen were dressed
in their street clothes, but one of them
carried a bundle under his arm. and
this aroused the suspicion of the strik-
ers. The bundle was torn from him
and when it was found TO contain n
blouse and overalls the man was TAX
en- from the deputy and beaten almost
to death.
Deputy Opens Fire on the Mob.
In the meantime Beddall opened
fire on the mob which had gathered
by this time, and emptied his revolver.
Two of the shots took effect, one man
being shot in the leg and another in
the foot. The deputy and the other
strike breaker were now compelled
to fy for their lives, and took refuge
in the Philadelphia and Reading rail-
road station. The station was soon
surrounded by an angry mob of 5000,
which was becoming more threatening
and demonstrative every moment.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
EPUBL|CANS OF IOWA
Conclude to Stand by Their Old
Views on the Tariff and
the Trusts.
CONVENTION IS A BUSINESS ONE
and Trust PIanks of the
Declaration.

Des Moines, Ia. July 31.-The Re
publican state convention yesterday
named the following ticket: Secretary
of state. w Il. Martin. of Adair coun-
ty; auditor, B. +. Carroll. of Davis:
treasurer. Gilbert $. Gnbertson, of
Winnebago; attorney general, c. w.
Mullan, of Blackhawk; judge Of the
supreme court. Scott NJ. Ladd, of
O'Brien: judge of the supreme court
(short term. Charles y. Bishop, Of
Polk; clerk of the supreme court. John
G. Crockett, of Hardin; supreme court
reporter, w. w. Cornwall, of Clay.
Nearly LOO Delegates Attend.
Nearly LOO delegates attended the
convention. practically full delegations
representing every county. The only
controversy was over the tariff and
trust utteranceS of the platform, and
that was settled in the committee on
resolutions. With the exception of
the address of the temporary chairman
the convention was devoid of oratory.
No terminating speeches were made,
and the notable visitors. who included
the entire Iowa delegation in congress,
were not called upon.
Convention Was Business One.
Chairman Spencer, of the state CEN
trail committee, called the convention
to order ut II Il. m. Prayer was of
fered by Rev. W. Il. Marshall, and
Representative Walter 1. Smith was
made temporary chairman and deliv-
cred an address that was applauded
fro mstart TO finish. The preliminary
business was then rapidly disposed of,
and a recess taken. At the afternoon
session +. c. Roach. of Rock Rapids,
was made permanent president. and
the solid business of the convention
was begun, and was concluded with
out feature of Importance.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31
HOT FIGHT At
SHENANDOAH
Riot in the Mining Dis
tricts Attended by
Casualties.
MOB RULES TOWN
With Result That State
Troops Are Has
tened to Scene.

Shenandoah, Pa. July 31.-Brig,
Gen. Goblin arrived here this morning
with four companies of troops. The
entire 18th and Sth regiments are un-
der waiting orders. Everything is
quiet.
Rock Island Argus., 1902-07-31

Harrisburg. Pa, July 81. - The
Eighth and Twelfth regiments and
Goveronr's troop have been sent to
Shenandoah.
The Wisconsin tobacco reporter. (Edgerton, Wis.) 1877-1950, 1902-06-13
Bi" Fourth Assured.

That the celebration in Edgerton will
be larger and better than ever before, is
an assured fact. Merchants, business
men, societies and citizens have united
in an effort to Guido all former celebra-
tons and the day will be made contin-
ual round of patriotism and amusement,
while the night will be filled with pleas
ure Some of the features arranged for
up to date are: The big parade, music
by two full brass bands, patriotic
speeches by prominent orators first class
vaudeville performances in the day time
and evening, speedy races for purses of
two hundred dollars, sports and games
for liberal prizes, the whole to close with
a grand ball in Academy hall. Every
arrangement will be made for the pleas
ure and comfort of the largest crowd
that ever came to Edgerton. The hotels.
eating and refreshment stands will be
prepared to meet all demands and all
charges will be reasonable. The town
will be handsomely decorated and no ex-
pense will be spared for the pleasure of
all. Make arrangements to come to Ed
gerton and help celebrate the glorious 4th
in manner that she was never celebrat-
ed before.
The Wisconsin tobacco reporter. (Edgerton, Wis.) 1877-1950, 1902-06-13
A PLEASANT SURPRISE.
MRS. Matte Ash Appointed One of tn,
Grand Officers of the Eastern Star.

mrs. Matte Ash Appointed One of the
Grand Officers of the Eastern Star.
On Friday evening Edgerton Chapter
NO. 63, Order of Eastern Star, received
an official visit from the Grand Worthy
Matron of the order, Mrs. A. E. Arm
strong, of River Falls. The occasion
called together large attendance of the
members of the chapter and after the work
had been exemplifped Mrs. Armstrong
complimented the officers very highly,
saying she had visited but few chapters
where the work was as proficient. A
pleasant surprise was also given the
chapter in an announcement of the ap-
pointment of Mrs. Matte Ash as an Of
fcer of the Grand Chapter by Mrs. Arm
strong. A vacancy had occurred in the
Office of Grand Electa held by Mrs. Jes-
sic L. Hare of Elkhorn, who had removed
to California, and Mrs. Armstrong had
decided after reaching this city to ten
der it to Mrs. Ash. The selection is an
honor to the local order whose members
are very gratified to see it conferred up
on so popular a member as Mrs. Ash,
who was officially installed upon her ac-
ceptance and congratulated heartily up
on her promotion. Light refreshments
were served at the close of very enjoy
able session.
The Wisconsin tobacco reporter. (Edgerton, Wis.) 1877-1950, 1902-06-13
Tobacco Notes.

Sam Grundy sold 250cs of 1900 Ohio
leaf last week to L. B. earle & Son.
Chas. F. Tallard passed few days
of the week among the trade in Chicago.
Mel johnson, who has an important
position with the American Cigar Go.
at Madison, passed Sunday at his home
in this city.
Mr. A. L. Sylvester of New York, spent
several days last week in the state look
ing through the samples of Connecticut
his firm has packed this season at James
Vile by Fl. S. McGifin. A portion of it
which has been forced sweat has turned
out all that was expected of it.
The leaf firm of Freyer & Eisenlohr,
OF 1l3 North Third Street, Philadelphia,
will dissolve partnership on the first Of
July. August G. Eisenlohr,. who with
Henry T. Freyer constituted the firm,
will retire from the general leaf business
to become partner in the cigar manu-
featuring concern of Otto Eisenlohr q
Bros. While there has been no state
ment as to what part Mr. Eisenlohr will
take in the latter combination, it is the
general supposition of the trade that the
change means that Otto Eisenlohr &
Bros. will in the future buy direct from
the grower and do their own pack
ing, and that A. G. Eisenlohr will assume
charge at this end of the business. The
firm of Freyer & Eisenlohr has been in
existence since early in the nineties and
has always been known as successful
one. Mr.. Freyer will continue to trade
under the old name of Freyer & Eisen-
lohr, but it is said will devote himself
exclusively to packing leaf.-N. Z. Leaf.
The Wisconsin tobacco reporter. (Edgerton, Wis.) 1877-1950, 1902-06-13
Novel Social Event

One Of the most novel social events of
the season occurred at the home of Mrs.
L. B. Earle last Monday evening when
the Culture Club entertained the Mon
day Club. The guests were greeted at
the door by a bevy of German Madchen,
who with their rosy cheeks, white caps,
short frocks and quaint bodices, made
very charming picture. The evening
was spent in solving brain teasers, open
ing charmed bags, and last but not least,
in partaking of the good, old-fashioned
German beverage which was dispensed
in the cool palm garden. A special feat
ure of the evening was very interesting
report of the biennial convention of the
National Federation of Women's Clubs
held at Los Angeles, which was given by
Miss Towne.
Dainty refreshments, including several
typical German dishes, were served and
a pretzel tied with the German national
colors, was given each lady as a souvenir.
The house was beautifully decorated
with roses, carnations and smilax, and in
the dining room the colors of the two
clubs, cardinal and gold, were used.
Some very fine piano music was given
by Miss Peterson while the refreshments
were served and earlier in the evening
strains of sweet music issued from the
palm garden.
Owing to the unbounded kindness and
hospitality of the Culture Club, perhaps
it is no more than fair to state that the
good old fashioned beverage mentioned
above was nothing stronger than Hires
root beer.
The Wisconsin tobacco reporter. (Edgerton, Wis.) 1877-1950, 1902-06-13
COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS.
EdoertOn. Wis. June 3, 1902.

The council met in regular session and
the meeting was called to order by May
or Doty. All members were present.
Minutes of last meeting were read and
approved. The following bills, approved
by the Finance committee, were on mo-
ton of Aid. McDonough allowed, all al
dermen voting aye:
The Wisconsin tobacco reporter. (Edgerton, Wis.) 1877-1950, 1902-06-13
Notice.

All accounts owing to Mcintosh & Mel
son not paid by July LIST will be placed
in the hands of a collector.
MCINTOSH 81 NELSON.