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Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
SPOONER WANTED
BY ROOSEVELT

Milwaukee, Wis, April 24.-What
appears to be a pracLIcal announce
ment by Senator John G. Spooner OF
his canL4uacy for United States sena-
tor appears in last evenings issue OF
Die Germania. The article is from the
pen of one of the officials or that paper
who has recently returned from Wash
ington. From the tone OF the matter
it would seem to have the stamp or
Senator Spooner's approval, although
nowhere is there any statement from
Senator Spooner himself That he is to
he a senatorial candidate.
The paper, however, contains the
substance of an interview with Presr-
dent Roosevelt, in which the president
declares it to be his wish that Sena-
tor Spooner shall be returned co Che
United States senate from wisconsin,
while the statement is also made that
in view of the wish of the president
and the public demands upon him
there is no doubt that Senator Spoon
er will yield to the pressure and be a
candidate for the United States senate.
The following is the translation OF the
article:
"It is indeed a significant thing when
the president of the United States as
sumes the initiative to place before
the residents of state that he person
ally not only desires the reelection or
q United States senator, but that the
best interests Of the country suggest
that such reelection be made.
THAT is what President Roosevelt
ola last week. He was approached last
week by a resident of Wisconsin and a
representative of 1ne Germania, and
his first words were spoken in favor of
Senator Spooner in such manner as to
wish to let the people of this state
know that the president looks upon
Senator SpoOner as indispensable. And
he intimated as much and in fact said
50 in POSITIVE words that he would not
only like to have Mr.. SpOoner as a
leading member Of the senate, but thai
he regarded MIN very highly as per
sOnal advisor and would like 70 ave
him in the senate il Washington,
where his services could be availed or.
The words of the president uttered in
such an emphatic manner made deep
impression, the more so as the cOndi-
ton of affairs in this state suggests a
competent leader.
Whether Senator Spooner Will be a
candidate for re-elecDOn or not is
thereby eliminated. He will do this for
he is too good patriot to refuse. For
the party leaders and citizens in gener-
al of the state the president has paved
way and he is in hopes all minor dit
ferences will be cast aside and that the
Lest interests of the country at large
will be thus promoted"
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
TRYING TO UNITE FORCES

than to negotiate treaty, which must
be ratified by a two-thirds vote Of The
senate before it could become effoc-
tive The house bill, he says "all-
thorizes" the president to 'enter into
negotiations" with the Cuban govern
ment. The wor4 authorizes" could
only mean requests" for the presi-
dent always has power. He suggested
the way to meet the condition is for
the senate to take the house bill and
strike out all after the enacting clause
and provide that when the Cuban gov
eminent shall provide for the admis-
sion Of products of the United States
to Cuba at the rate of 20 per cent. be-
low that levied on goods from other
countries then the president shall pro-
claim the products of Cuba shall be
admitted to Cne United States at the
rate of 20 per cent. less than levied in
the Dingley law on products of foreign
countries. Upon this line the republl-
can leaders are now working, with the
hope that no amendments as to tue
differential on refined sugar or for any
other tariff changes VIII be adopted.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28

army of the Tennessee department
General w. l.. Cabell, commander OF
the trans Mississippi department and
C. |. Walker commander of the de-
partment of northern Virginia to sue
ceed the late General Wade Hampton.
New Orleans was selected as the
place for the next reunion.
A resolution was adopted changing
the memorial day from May &c to June
8 They also voted to withdraw the
support of all confederated veterans
from the Grant university of Chatta-
Googa, Tenn, on account of the alleged
disparaging articles concerning south
ern women which it was stated had
been written by professor of that uni
versity
1t is estimated that 140, 900 visitors
were here, of whom IL 600 were con-
federate veterans.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
BUYING OUR GOODS.
Central America and West Indies Pur-
chasing More United States
Products

Washington, April 25.-Frederic En-
DRY, chief of the bureau of foreign
commerce. has made public an extract
from that portion of commercial rela-
tons of the United States which deals
with our trade with Mexico, Central
America and the West Indies.
Our goods are favorably known in
Mexico, it is stated, but in certain
lines, such as dry goods, hats, shoes,
notions and mems and women's fur
nishings, our exports seem to have
made practically no attempt to gain
the Mexican trade.
Americans are more fully realizing
that they must accommodate them
selves to the wants and peculiarities Of
the Mexicans, and as a result, trade is
growing. Many United States houses
have sent out young Mexicans or
Cubans as travelling statesmen. These
men are acquainted with the wants of
the Latin-American trade and excel
lent results have been achieved.
Business failures are rare in Mexico.
For example, in MazatIan there has
been only one in the last Is years, and
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
AND MEMBERS OF LANDSTHlNG
PASS THE LIE.
FILINGS AT AMERICANS
Former Foreign Minister lmpugns
Accuracy of Our OFFICIAL Records
and Denies That Previous Negotia-
tons Were Seriously Considered
Says Sentiment Is Against Sale.

Copenhagen, April 24.-The session
of the landsthing yesterday was one
of the most sensational on record.
The lie was passed twice and charges
and countercharges hurled back and
forth, while the opponents to the sale
of the Danish West Indies islands went
so far as to impugn the accuracy OF
the United States official records. The
president of the house twice called
the former minister Of justice to or
der and he also left the chair and
spoke impassionately against the rat
ification of the treaty.
M Jensen, one of the opposite lead
ers, quoted a private conversation he
had with the foreign minister, Dr.
Deuntzer. declaring that the latter
had expressed himself as being per-
sonally opposed to the sale. This the
minister heatedly denied. 1t was at
this stage of the proceedings that the
lie was passed.
Former President Estrup, during
the course of the debate, denied the
foreign minister's assertion. Estrup,
VINO is leader OIL the OppOSlIlOu, O1-
fered to sell the islands to the United
States in 1892, when he (Estrup1 was
premier. The foreign minister then
quoted the foreign relations commit
tee of the United States senate on the
subject and Mr.. Estrup excitedly reit-
Grated his denial, declaring the state
departm publication was wrong
and the American minister who was in
Copenhagen at that time must have
conveyed false impression to Wash
ington. Mr. Estrup admitted there
had been some talk of the sale but de-
clares he had never made overtures
to the United States.
The foreign minister finally read a
telegram from 400 planters and mer-
chants of the Danish West Indies
islands. urging immediate ratification
of the treaty, setting forth that the
condition of the islands was critical
and asserting that, sentiment among
the inhabitants was strongly in favor
of the sale.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
NUMBER 6.

that was due to the failure of the
main house in Paris Commercial
travellers who came to Mexico, It ls
stated, will find a conservative class
of merchants who take pride in pay
ing their debts promptly.
Attention is called to an interesting
experiment which American firms are
trying in the shape of a floating sample
store. A vessel is to leave the United
States for the western coast of Mexico,
Central America and South America
having for sale samples of merchan-
disc of all kinds suitable for tropical
trade, each line of goods being in
charge of an expert salesman.
Trade with the West indies.
In the Danish West Indies the i'm
ports from the United States are ad-
vancing yearly in spite of trade depres-
sion. The uncertainty of communica-
ton is the main drawback to our
trade, it is stated. At one period OF
last year So days passed without a
single direct steamer to they United
States
In Guatemala our machinery is high
ly appreciated, though it's delicacy viii
not permit of the ignorant handling Of
the Indian labor universal to the
country. However, it is realized that
it is far superior to other machinery
in the matter of fuel economy, and as
the fuel supply of the country grows
less each year this fact is expected
greatly to increase the sale Of Amer
lean machinery.
Three-fourths OF the imports of Hon
duras come from the United States,
but trade that should have been ours
has been diverted to Germany on ac-
count Of the close quarantine of the
Louisiana Board of Health during the
last year
In Jamaica the United States has
sale, and shoes, cotton goods and coal
are almost exclusively supplied by us
An increasing quantity of goods is be
ing consumed in the Dutch West In
dies, more than half the imports now
being American. Our machinery has
a firm foOthOld in Guadeloupe, and our
trade is good in Hayti, though it
would be improved, it is stated, if
United States merchants were willing
to extent the credits granted by Euro
pean sellers. Three years ago it was
hardly possible to find shoe or hat
of American make in San Domingo.
Now these articles are handled by a
number of houses, and trade in other
lines is increasing largely Besides IS
per cent of the provision trade, we
supply all of the lumber that is inn
ported and a good portion of other
building materials.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
EMBARGO ON NAVIGATION.
Chicago Tug Employees to Tie Up That
Port

Chicago, April 24.-The strike OF
the employees of the Great Lakes Tow
ing company ordered last night wiz
p1 actically amount to an embargo ON
navigation at this port as none but
smaller class steamers can get around
without tug in the tortuous channels
Of the river.
Chicago, April 24.-Strikes by mem
bers Of the bricklayers and stone ma
sons union caused a suspension o.
building operations in many portions
Of the city and suburbs yesterday. In
the stock yards the tie-up is complete,
not a trowel being in use on the build
ings in the course of construction at
Nelson, Morris & Co., Swift & Co
and the huge $2,5O0,OOO packing house
Of the Hammond company. A refusal
of the demands for increased wages
caused the strikes.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
FUNSTON SAYS LITTLE.
But Regrets Remarks if Unsatisfac-
tory to President.

tory TO PRESIDENT.
Denver, April 24.-Speaking of the
presidents order, General Funston
said if his remarks on the Philippines
were mot satisfactory to my chief l
regret it."
Il am the last man to do anything
prejudicial to military discipline"
continued the general, 'Fbut, when /
talk on the Philippine question I am
liable to lose my temper. But truth
does not always lie at the bottom of
the we'll. Until I hear from the presi-
dent | have nothing to say, pro or
con-"
Washington, D. c., April 24.-By or
der Of the president, Gen. Funston has
been directed to cease further discus
sion of public questions.
BY direction of President Roose-
welt, Acting Secretary 'of War Sanger
has addressed the following letter to
him:
War Department, Washington, D.
c., April 22.-Sir: l am directed by
the president to instruct you that he
wishes you to cease further public
discussion of the situation in the Phil
ippines and to express his regret that
you should make senator of the
United States the object of public
criticism or discussion"
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
COLOMBIA GRANTS TO UNITED
STATES EXCLUSIVE RIGHTS.
FOR CANAL CONSTRUCTION
Unqualified Consent to Sale and Trans.
fer of Panama Canal Company's
Rights-Lease of Waterway Strip
Given in Perpetuity, Divided Into
Periods of One Hundred Years.

Washington, April 24-Under IN
grants the United States exclusive
right to construct, operate and protect
a canal, as well as all railroads, tele-
graph, telephone lines, and auxiliary
works within a zone which is six miles
wide and includes the islands of Flam-
inco, Naos and Perico in Panama bay
It is to be under the joint judicial con-
troll of the United States and Colombia.
Colombia gives unqualified consent
to the sale and transfer of the Panama
canal companys rights to the Un4led
States, and eXempts the latter county
from all taxes, import duties, etc. She
grants the United States lease of the
canal strip in perpetuity. For con-
Venience, it is divided into periods o.
on hundred years, renewable at the
option Of the United States. Colon
Tia asks for lump payment of $1,000
600 after the exchange of notifications,
to be considered as 'on account" For
fourteen years Colombia valves all
compensation for canal rights. This
period will more than cover the time
OF construction. At the end of four
teen years period the annual compen-
sation the United States will pay
thereafter will be determined by five
commissioners. The fact that Colon
bia has asked no compensation for the
first fourteen years and the United
States has advanced $7,000000. ION
account will both be taken into con
sheraton in fixing the annual rental
thereafter.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
Hollands Queen Improves.

The Hague, April 24.-It was said
last night at Castle Loo that even
without a relapse, Queen WiIhel-
mina's convalescence would occupy a
month or more. Her majesty showed
considerable revival of spirits and in
terest in her surroundings. The fol-
lowing encouraging bulletin on her
condition was issued yesterday:
'The queen had restful night. Her
temperature continues decreasing.
Her nausea is diminishing and her
capacity to take nourishment is ade-
quate''
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28

The speaker showed that in five years
the net balance of trade in favor OF the
United States is $2,700,000, 900. He de
clared that President Roosevelt's ad-
ministration has been successful. IN
closing, Fairbanks paid warm trib-
ute to the memory of William McKin-
ley.
Following the adoption of the report
Of the committee on credentials, ad-
dresses were made by congressman
Watson, James A Heminway and
Frederick Lands of Wabash, who
brought forth loud cheers by the asser-
ton that he believed ''in the party of
Mark Hanna, who had never lost a
fight, and never would lose one"
The convention adjourned until to-
morrow morning.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
CORPORATIONS NOT FAVORED.
Nebraska Supreme Court Renders I'M
portant Decision.

portant Decision.
Lincoln, Neb., April 24.-The SUI
preme court yesterday afternoon over
ruled the findings of Referee Ryan in
the cases of the real estate exchange
of Omaha against the Omaha city
council. in which the exchange sued
for a writ of mandamus to compel the
council to reconvene as a board of
equalization and to hear complaints
against the alleged low assessment of
property of the public service corpor-
atoms of Omaha. The decision is
perhaps the most important of the
kind ever given and vii be as far
reaching in it's effects as the famous
school teachers case in Chicago. The
decision, in reversing the recommen-
dation Of the referee, finds for the ex-
change on every point of law. The
mandamus demands the franchise cor
porations shall be assessed on the
same basis as a private party.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
WAR is INEVITABLE

Victoria, B. c., April 24.-O. w.
Little, editor of the North China Daily
News, in an interview here says that
war between Japan and Russia is con
sidered inevitable not only by the jap
aGese, but also by the Russians and al
residents on the Siberian coast. Enor-
nous preparations are being made at
Port Arthur and in Siberia, fortifica-
ticns are progressing and troops
massed, and Japan is also ready.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
CHAFFEE GIVEN FREE HAND.

War Department Explains Gable Cor
respondence.
WashintOn, April 24-The war de-
partment yesterday made public the
cable correspondence which has taken
place up to date respecting the Moro
outbreak in Mindanao. The import
ant feature of the correspondence is
the closing chapter, showing that the
General Davis expedition was not ar
bitrarily stopped, but that General
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
Rahcock Imnrovinn.

Washington, April 24.-The condi-
ton of Representative Babcock of
Wisconsin continues to improve AL
though he is still very weak from his
two months illness, it is believed.
that the danger point has been passed.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
Adventists Branching Out.

Topeka, Kas., April 24.-The Sew
enth Day Adventist general confer
ence yesterday decided to establish
normal departments in the church
schools at Lincoln, Neb., and Keene,
Texas, for the benefit of teachers in.
private schools of the denomination.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
Hiqh Price for Steers.

st. Joseph, Mo-, April PA bunch
Of steers sold on the market yesterday
at 1925, the highest price ever paid
in ST. Joseph for cattle. The previous
high point was $40.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
Rich Man Embarrassed.

Detroit April 24.-Henry G. Ward,
son of the late David Ward, who was
known as the richest man in Michi-
gan, filed trust mortgages covering
all his property. The liabilities are
1882, 3O5.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28

Chaffee is allowed to exercise his dis
erection. 1t is believed the presence of
Governor Taft in Washington is the
explanation of tn" presidents direc-
ton that Gen. Chaffee shall confer
with the acting head of the Philippine
commission before adopting hostile
tactics.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
DUBLIN LORD MAYOR BALKs.
Won't Appoint Delegates to Corona
ton.

Dublin, April 24.-At a special
meeting of the corporation, the lord
mayor. Timothy G. Harrington, ruled
a resolution to appoint delegates to
of order on the ground that no invi-
tation to send delegates had been re-
ceived. He also refused to accept the
motion that the lord mayor be direct
ed to attend the coronation in behalf
of the corporation.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
CONFEDERATE VETERANS ELECT

General Gordon Again COMMANDMENT
chief-14o,ooo People There.
Dallas, Texas, April 24.-The United
Confederate Veterans last night unari-
mously reelected General John B. Cor
don commander-in-chief, General
Stephen D. Lee commander of tie
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
Indian INSPECTOR.

Washington, April 24.-The presi-
dent nominated Samuel w. Campbell
Indian Inspector at the La Pointe
agency, Wisconsin.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
TO BE FRIENDLY AGAIN.
France and Venezuela Resume DipIo-
matte Relations.

matIC HeIdtIohS.
Paris, April 24.-Diplomatic rela-
tons between France and Venezuela
are about to be formally resumed,
preliminary steps having been taken
by both counties. France will trans
fer the French minister to Uruguay
from Montevideo to Caracas. Vene-
zuela has agreed to pay the long
standing Fabiani debt and the other
claims Of French citizens will be sub
mitted to arbitration.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
PARTY WAY
SAYS SENATOR BEVERIDGE AT IN
DIANA CONVENTION.
MUCH oRAToRY is HEARD

Eloquent Young Statesman of Hoosier.
dom Touches on Live Issues in Big
Republican Meeting-Senator Fair
banks Also Makes Stirring Address
to Gathering.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1902-04-28
Rathhone Out on Bail

Havana, April 22.-The former di-
rector of posts, Rathbone, has been re-
leased on bail
The Mankato free press., 1902-06-30
STAR STEAM LAUNDRY.

We all have often heard the adage,
"Cleanliness is next to godliness. "
That being the case what untold good
the laundries do in the land.
The Star Steam laundry is the Oldest
institution of the kind in this city.
1t was started in 1886 in the basement
of the city hall, by Mr.. Soren Nelson
who was the first to grasp the situa-
tion and see the possibilities for such
an enterprise Mr.. Nelson, prohtting
far beyond his expectations, continued
in the business for nine years. He
then sold out to the present owners,
G. W. Sugden & Co.
Additional machinery has been pur-
chased from time to time until it is
now one of the best equipped laun-
dries in the land and employs force
of fifteen hands. However, the
limited space necessitates new build
ing, which we are assured will be
erected in the near future.
Mr.. Sugden is young man of ster-
ling honor and great energy, and the
work done in his laundry is surpassed
by none. AS an evidence of this fact
the baskets of the Star travel
out on all railroads to the surrounding
towns, bringing and returning the
linen of hundreds of customers
The Mankato free press., 1902-06-30
we'll known and highly respected
pharmacist.

we'll known and highly respected
pharmacist.
Mr.. Lamm purchased the business
a number of years ago and has en-
larged and increased it, until he car
ries one of the largest and most COM
plete drug stocks to be found in the
state. His correct business methods,
combined with energy and push, has
brought success to him. He is a
pleasant gentleman, withal, and pop
ular with his customers.
The store carries not only complete
line of fresh and effecacious drugs.
but line of novelties of all kinds,
toilet articles in profusion, perfumes,
and variety of goods such as are in
demand at all times. 1t would well
repay one to take walk through this
store, with its elegant furnishings and
we'll kept, neat appearance Compe'
tent. accommodating clerks are kept
on Mr. Lamm's staff, and prescrip-
tions are filled promptly.
Mr.. Lamm is a son of Stephen
Lamm and belongs to one of the oldest
and best known families in the city.
He is live, wide awake citizen, who
is ever ready to say good word and
do little active work for Mankato.
BE possesses an estimable family and
happy home,
The Mankato free press., 1902-06-30

ters. In view of this fact, arrange
ments have been made for large two
story addition to his present store,
the first floor to be used for cloaks and
draperies and the second hoor AND
basement for store rooms. When COM
pleted, this will be one of the largest
and best equipped mercantile houses
in the northwest and one OF which
Mankato people may we'll feel proud
"The very best values for the
money" and "all goods strictly as rep
resented" are the two great principles
upon which he has built his magnlh-
cent business. Mr.. Brett has always
figured conspicuously in the business
and public intere SITS of Mankato and
has given liberal encouragement to
every worthy enterprise.