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Evening journal., 1902-09-20
QUALIFYING CITY VOTERS
Activity Among th9 Workers Il All Parties
Today

Politicians are active today getting
registered the voters who thus far have
failed to qualify. Those registering to-
day cannot vote at the primaries, but
they may vote at the general election
There remains but one more day in
which voters may register.
The polling places opened between
IL and II o'clock this morning, and
will close at o'clock this evening.
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
MIR. HANDY At HOME
Has Made No Political Plans for the
Future

After the Democratic convention in
Dover last Tuesday l.. Irving Handy
went to Princess Anne, Md, where he
had a previous engagement to address
the Somerset County Teachers Insti-
tute. Mr.. Handy appeared in his office
yesterday for the first time since the
convention. In reply to a question, he
stated:
Il have no political plans for the
future beyond a firm purpose TO support
my party in every way in my power
/ shall devote myself to my law prac-
tee" s,=.s zR.hkkfsI 4 EIEE&
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
FATAL STAMPEDE
In A CHURCH
Many Negroes Crushed to
Death in Panic
TRAMPLEO UPON LIKE CATTLE
Audience MiStOOk CRY Of Fight for
Fire and Rushed for the Door
Like Mad

During the stampede Booker T.
Washington and several other we'll
known negro leaders were on the stage
and were forced to witness the fright
ful catastrophe. None of those in the
choir or in the pulpit were injured in
the least. For a few minutes they at
tempted to restore order, but seeing
that their efforts were futile. they wait
ed until the struggling crowd had adj
vanced far enough for them to pick
up the dead and injured.
Most of the dead are women, and the
physicians say that in many cases they
tainted and died from suffocation. A
remarkable feature Of the calamity is
that little or no blood was seen on any
of the victims. They were either
crushed or died from suffocation.
Birmingham. Ala, Sept. 2O.-In an
awful crush of humanity caused by
stampede in the Shiloh Colored Bap-
tist church last night, IS persons were
killed and as many more seriously in
jured. The disaster occurred at 9 o'clock,
Just as Booker T. Washington had con-
cluded his address to the National
Convention of Colored Baptists, and
for three hours the scenes around the
church were indescribable. Dead bodies
were strewn in every direction, and the
ambulance service of the city was ut
terly unable to move them until after
IL o'clock this morning. The injured
were attended to first, and meanwhile
f dozens of dead bodies we're arranged in
rows on the ground outside the house
of worship awaiting removal to the
various undertaking establishments.
while more than a score we're laid out
On the benches inside.
Shiloh Church is the largest house
Of worship for negroes in Birmingham,
md the pastor says there were at
east 1000 persons in the edifce when
he stampede began. Instructions had
been issued to allow no one else to
inter after the building had been filled,
lut the negroes forced their way inside
he church, and were standing in every
isle. Booker T. Washington had just
oncluded his address, when Judge
hllou, negro lawyer from Baltimore,
ngaged in a dispute with the choir
eader concerning an unoccupied seat.
is said a blow was struck Some one
the choir cried They're fighting.
Iistaking the word fighting" for
fire" the congregation rose enmasse
nd started for the door. One of the
inisters quickly mounted the ros-
um and admonished the people to
eep quiet. He repeated the word
luiet" several times and motioned to
s hearers to be seated.
Scene Of Horror.
The excited congregation mistook the
ord quiet" for a second alarm of fire
I'd again rushed for the door, Men
ID women crawled over benches and
ught their way into the aisles, and
ose who had fallen were trampled
on like cattle. The ministers tried
ain to stop the stampede but no
wer on earth could stay the strug-
ng mass of humanity. The screams
the women and children added to
horror Of the scene. Through mere
ght many persons tainted and as
sy fell to the floor were crushed to
ath
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
GAS BlLL REMAIN SAaR
Rumr That Price Would be Raised
Is Denied

II was reported on the street this
morning that the Wilmington Gas and
Electric Company would raise the price
of gas twenty-five cents a Thousand
feet. Major Eimund Mitchell, presi-
dent OF the company, was seen this
morning, and asked concerning the
rumor.
He said: 1T is not so. The price Of
gas has not and will not be raised.
Neither will we raise the price OF
coke"
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
ElIIlnr In sheIIpot creek

Immense quantities OF gravel are be-
ing hauled from Farnhurst and dump
ed into the shellpot creek. This is a
big undertaking. and it will take thou
sands Of tons of gravel to complete the
works. 80.
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
COURT Is CAREFUL
applicants for Naturalization Papers Must
Prove Their Identity

Owing 10 recent alleged frauds. Chief
Justice Lore and Judge Boyco are using
great care in granting naturalization
papers. Thirteen we're granted yes
terday and one was refused.
In every case the Chief Justice de-
manded that some person identify the
applicant. The man to whom the court
refused to grant papers was an Italian.
He said that he would return with a
person to vouch for him.
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
LOUIS NIXON HRRE
Inspected Plant Of the Harlan and
HOlIingsWOrth COMPANY

Lewis Nixon. president of the United
States Shipbuilding Company, was in
Wilmington today. During his stay he
visited the plant of the Harlan and
Company. In company
with Samuel X. Smith, treasurer Of the
Harlan and Ho1ingsworth Company,
Mr.. Nixon inspected the local plant.
This is the second visit of Mr. Nixon
within three weeks.
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
National FraternaI Union Organized

Seaford Council. OF the National Fra
ternal Union, was instituted on Tues
day night with twenty-five charter
members by NJ. Il. Fisher. state deputy
OF Delaware. A general good time was
enjoyed. The following officers were
elected: President, j. S. Hobbs; vice
president, Artle Purse; conductor, Viii
liam Weaver; secretary. o. E. Wiley;
treasurer. G. VI. Moore; escort, 70. H.
Bacon; Marshal, w. b. Huston watch
man, s. r. Bowman; sentry, f. p. Daw-
son; lieutenant, c. r. Coddington.
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
JURY TOLD NOT
TO ALLOW TALK
Walter Il. Hayes Springs a
Surprise Statute on the
County Court

The entire morning was taken up in
General Sessions Court in the case of
Jesse Jones, charged with attempting
to cause an abortion. The case was
given to the jury shortly after II
O'Clock, and the court informed it that
it would not charge it today, and eau
toned the members Of the jury not to
permit any person to talk about the
case to them. The jury was discharged
until Monday. The accused was led
away by one of the guards. and an ef-
fort will be made to have him released
on bail.
Will Hear Non-support Cases
Robert Mclaughlin, Herbert B. Mar
tin, James Gibson and John J. Ayars,
an charged with non-support, will be
heard next Saturday.
In the case OF Napoleon TebO, ac-
.cused of selling lottery tickets, yester-
day afternoon he was represented by
w. H. Hayes, who sprung a surprise
on the court by unearthing a statute
passed in 1861 which provides a fine
of 500 for selling lottery tickets. Mr.
Hayes paid the fine. and a second in
dictment was retired.
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
Freshmen penx Reports

The freshmen Of Delaware College
object 70 the published accounts Of tho
class rush that occurred at the college
on Thursday. The freshmen assert
that the "sophs" we're the aggressors
They say the rush was not caused by
class animosity, but is a custom OF the
college.
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
Building Permits issued

Building Inspector John ]. Cassidy
issued two building permits to Aument
Eckman yesterday. One was to erect
"a machine shop 81 by 235 feet 10 be
CONSTRUCTED Of wood and iron, for the
Belts Machine Company, to COST Sl5.-
900, and the other was to erect an Of
flee building for the Trump Bros Ma
chine Company, to cost $4,000.
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
Caring TOR the Children

The men who have operated
the launches at Third street ferry and
also the policemen who were sta
toned at the landings deserve
great credit for the manner in which
they looked after the welfare Of those
who passed back and forth. Since the
public schools opened many children
crossed in the boats every day, but the
tots were well cared for and we're per-
fectly safe.
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
Leaks Prevented ExpIosIon

Elkton. Nd, Sept 2O-The sheds
and wooden structure around the large
steel oil tank of the Standard Oil Com
pany, near Leslie, caught fire yester-
day. 1t was feared the tank would ex-
plode. and the neighborhoOd was clear
ed of people. Instead of exploding the
tank leaked away its contents, which
we're gradually consumed by the fire.
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
Carr Are Plentiful

Carp are plentiful in the Christiana
river. Fishermen are busy along the
banks Of the stream and report Tood
catches. Some use dip nets. while others
operate with the hook and line
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
Oysters Are Plentiful

Largo quantities of oysters are being
brought to this city. The oyster boats
come in every morning. discharge their
cargoes at Church street wharf and
leave again for the fishing grounds.
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
New Machine shop

The new machine shop which The
Diamond State Steel Company Is erect
ing at its South Side plant is rapidly
nearing completion. The steel frame
has been completed, and the brick
walls are now being put up
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
WlIl san Valuable Lots

In the county Court House this after
noon William S. Prickett. attorney, is
selling eleven desirable building lots.
The lots are situated in a high part of
the city, with good trolley service.
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
DRAFTING.

e course in Mechanical Drawing at
Wilmington Business School, be-
ing September 80, costs but $3.50
month. Mr.. A. Edward Rhodes is
arge Of this department..
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
VIII Renair a House

H. P. Scott has awarded contract
to w d. Haddock & Co. to make ex-
tensive improvements to his house near
Delaware City. The repairs will cost
about $4,000.
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
Confidence IN the Mutual Life Again
Rewarded.
80 Boulder Crescent,
Colorado Springs, Col,
Nm. Herbert N. Fell,

August l3Ul.
Mr.. Herbert n. Fell, Manager, Will
mington, Delaware.
Dear Sir: / beg to acknowledge re-
cipt Of the company's check in settle
ment of death claim under policy No.
600, ,275, issued by the Mutual Life IN
surance Company to my father, Ed
ward ID. Belts.
/ also wish to thank you for the cour-
tesy shown me in the preparation of
papers and collection of the claim,
which has been settled promptly. l am
also advised that the other policy is
sued by the company has been paid TO
the administrator OF the estate, and the
company's promptness in this matter
has been greatly appreciated
Very truly yours,
George B. Belts.
Evening journal., 1902-09-20
Quarantine Is Lifted

ne quarantine on the houses No. 90SI
.reet, and No. PA Locust street
lifted yesterday after the Board
Health officials fumigated the
lings.
Evening journal., 1902-09-20

NIGHT SCHOOL $500 PER MONTH.
Individual instruction in bookkeep-
ing, arithmetic, spelling, penmanship,
shorthand and typewriting costs but
$500 per month at the Wilmington
Business School Call at the office to-
night for arrangements.
Evening journal., 1902-09-20

Wipe off that blot o. State, behold your shame
Wipe off that blot in Honor's sacred namel
Erase that stainl Proclaim the monstrous lie,
Till Virtues mpd streams and founts have all dry
Take courage Delaware; stand firm, and falter not;
Your growing shame yet cries; "Wipe off that blot"
Evening journal., 1902-09-20

"SEfuaffOn Wanfed' Adver-
tisemenfs Inserted Ehree times
free. other wants one cent
"a word.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26
FAVORS IT
Editor Rousseau COmpre-
 hends the Situation.

The people of Sksgway have at least awakened to the fact that dependence upon the money spent In their town by people passing to and from the Yukon and British Columbia gold fields Is a poor staff upon which to lean exclusively for commercial prosperity, and the awakening has resulted In A movement that promises to be ot the most momentous importsnee to the future of that elty's welfare.
 We refer to the combined efforts now being made to develope the extensive quartz propositions that surrounded the town of Sklgway and toward which the citizens. almost to a man, have contributed all that they could possibly afford.
 lt is true the lodges so far discovered are of low grade character, but this only makes their efforts the more pralseworthv, for 4 the veins were rieh there would be no necessity to depend upon contributions from citizens for their development. Fif- teen hundred dollars looks like a small amount for the work contemplated, but ii Is an entering wedge that shows the hearts of th- people are in the right place even though thelr capabilities in a monetary way are llmlted.-White Horse Star.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26
INLAND WEATHER
Tslegraphio Advioes of Climatic Conditions From Interior Points.

Skagwav, Feb. B. The followinI Is the weather report for points betweel here and Dawson at Ia. m: Skagway-Clear, W wind, sa above. Shesley-Cloudv, calm, 2s below, Nlhlln-Cloudv, calm, I2 above. Nakina- Clouey, calm, I2 above. Taglsh-Cloudy, calm, TO above. White Horse-Cloudv, clam, { below. Hootalinaua-Cloudv calm. above. Five Flngers-Cloudvv, calm. 5 below. Stewart-Foggy, calm, 2 above. Ogilvie-Foggy, calm, below. Selkir%-Foggv, calm, below. Dswsnn-Clesr, calm, . above. Big Salmon-Clear. calm, O.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26
En-rgetio Business Woman

Mis. Sam. Wall. wife of the well-known newspaper man, arrived on last nights train from Dawson and Is at the Golden North. Mrs. Wall Is an energetic business woman, who has thrived In mercantile and mining deals In the KIOndike. Mrs. Wall goes to Tacoma on the Dolphin and will return to attend to her interests at Dawson h September.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26
ON THf WAYS.
Remarkable Feat of Moran
 Brothers.

Seattle, Feb. IS.-The collier William cite. which met disaster last spring h British Columbia Waters near Union bay was yesterday at Morsns' for repairs,
 The vessel, as Is we'll remembered bs those interested in marine affairs, pllet up on the rocks and broke In two. De spite the fact that she was regarded .i total wreck, the MOrans purchased her made temporary repairs and brought thu vessel into this port under her own steam
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26
Gentlemen Invited

The Ladies Guild of St. SaviOur's church. will give a tea reception this after noon at the experiments Of Mrs. Robert W. Jennings, lt the Pullen house, between 3 and 5 o'clock. An admission of TO cents will be charged. Gentlemen especially invited.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26
TO HAVE BIG TIME
Knights of tho maccabees VIII En-
 tertain Tonight.

Tonight in Anderson's hall the Knights of the Maceabees will hold their regular session and there will be little out of the ordinary, on the side. A committee from the lady Maeeabees wiI! meet with the Knights to discuss hall matters and the latte. will have a surprise for the ladies.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26
Surprise Party

A number of Mss Annie Clayson's friends met at Mss Florence Roots home last night and from there proceeded to con fer the honor of a surprise party on Mss Clayson. A very enjoyable evening was passed.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26
ROANOAk
Sailed February IS For the
 Esquimalt Dry Dock.

Seattle. Feb. IS-The Nome steamship Roanoak sails this morning for Esqulmalt' for repairs necessitated through her battle during the storm of January a4 with the steamship Oregon, while both vessels were tied up at MoranS.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26
A Fine Lino of Groceries.

Special reduction on all holiday goods: We have in stock all the latest packs of canned fruits, preserves, jams and jellies.. New crop oranges and nuts. Lots oi candy; cluster rslsins; best butter and eggs for the least monty, of any place In town.
 Navel oranges 25 5oc per doz. Mixed nuts IS to 25c per lb. Fresh eggs 35e per doz.
 Yakima butter 3Se per To. Jams and jellles 25 to BOG, Remember we are always well stocked and can supply vsu wants on short notice.
 FRANKS GROCERY,
 Cor State aud Ninth.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26
MEDICAL MISSION
wm Be Opened at Skagway Under
 Advsatist Auspices.

Elter Watson has closed the Seven Dav Adventist meeting room, opposite Britt's pharmacy. The elder is going to open a medieal mission, where lectures upon scrip tursl and health topics will be given. He will also have a line of concentrated and ,onSecra,ed foods to Illustrate his lectures.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26
. cLAssELFp rpvERnssMsNrs.

.4svs,iils-snfs unSs,r ibs bssS ef "F~ Rsaf." "f~ Sale" or "WsisS." suo esniI pr uOrS Jor srR 's' ,sf,O- ons eezf br tOrS JO' sseb fusiss~sni isse- non, UnSey keaS "SlfssfiOsi Wssiss," OHs esz esy uOrS. No ASVciis'msrf isAas f~ n br. freniy-fce eesfi.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26

Hundreds of -ves read the advertising columns of the Alaskan each day. They can these columns closely. Business men do YOU want reSultS' We have the proper medium. Phone To for the man with the rate card to call.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26

A letter received from J. K. Mankowski states that he and Mr. Coleman are antlei- patlng another trip to White Horse in the interest of copper properties.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26

'Mr. Sproat, chief engineer of the B. Y. N. Co.,, left on Monday for Vancouver ln company with Mr. Darling. MT. Sproat will return in about six weeks.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26

No matter what your want may be-lf you want to buy or want to Sell-The ad- vertiSing columns of the Daily Alaskan will bring the desired results.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26

Alex MeMillan after spending the winter in White Horse left Thursday for Van couver He expects to return next summer anc make this hs home.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26
WHIIf HORSE
Items From Hoad of tho River
 Navigation.

There were IS blcvelists with their wheels on the train last night enroute to Dawson. Most of ttsm got away this morning.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26

Furnished rooms and houses for rent advertised In the Daily Aldskan-slways bring plenty of applicants
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26
STEAMERS DUE IN PORT
The following steamers are scheduled tc rive on the dates named:

Readable, reliable. rs. vnaO All the news all the time. Sen, n voul .'ibserlp- ton. The Daily Alaskan. Phone g.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26
Wanted

.l OO worth ,r secondhand furniture at SiS,h Street second Hand Store. oppo- .is Raard of Trade.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26

Just received at Royal Laundry latest appliance for lace curtain work Next to new electric plant.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26

Bs,as in porcelain tubs at the Principal .oposite U. s. barracks.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26

Fresh milk X >ream from the Skagway Pioneer Dairy at Chealander'S, sth Ave.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26
Mining

We are open to act as Fiscal Agent in Boston and New England for the sale of
 the treasury stock of good mining com panv. Address, with full particulars, Edward Hedges X Co. Bankers and Brok- CTS. I9 Congress street, Boston, Mass. 6t
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26

Blank books, office supplies; lowest prices in Alaska. Bakers Book Store.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26

All the news-caretully, accurately and cleanlv told. Delivered to any address bv carrier or mail. The Daily Alaskan. Phone To.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26
MINING FUND
wetch It Grow From Day
 To Day.

The following public spirited citizens of Skagway have agreed to pay monthly the sum set opposite their names to help the fund of the Citizens Mining Committee in prospecting the Humboldt claim.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26

Belle of Lexington whiskey-eisht
 years oid-just out of government bond.
 and Three Crown Diamond Malt whis- key--strictly pure-at the Seattle Saloon.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26
eOtt WbNT.

Two splendid stores on Broadway, In Kelly block. Best positions in city. Mod crate rent. Apply at Kelly's Drug Store.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26

The advertising columns Of the Daily Alaskan are the peoples exchange mart.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1902-02-26
| Linens

Sheets and Pillow Slips, full bTeached, washed and ironed, all ready for use. Both plain, hemmed and hemstitched.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-08-23

This was an Ideal fall day. The
sun shone down with a warmth
sufficient to make the air comfort
able.
Captain B. T. Bowers returned
from Middlebourne last evening
where he had been In attendance
at court.
Mrs. r. L. Moore. who has been
visiting at her former home In
New Martinsville, returned this
morning.
Joe McNutt,a we'll known driller,
has returned to the city from visit
of few weeks with his family at
Meadville, Pa.
joan Flnlayson and family left
the city this morning for a visit
of a few weeks with relatives at
Cleveland, Ohio.
Masters Harry and Simon Hall,
of Matamoras, Ohio, are the guests
at their aunt, Mrs D. J. Hender
son, of Main street.
c. D. Pickett, foreman of the
Leidecker Tool shop, left for Co.
lumbuS, Ohio, where he will visit
his family for 8 few weeks.
Mrs. Dr. II. G. Meek and little
daughter Pauline, returned home
last evening from a few weeks so.
journ at Mountain Lake Park.
Mrs. D. B. Ferguson, of Wells
street, left last evening for St,
Marsy, Pa where she was called by
the serious illness of a relative.
c. ]. McKissick, a we'll known
machinest, left the city last eve,
ming for OIL City, Pa, where he will
visit his parents for a few weeks.
Our base bali team will soon be
out of the amateur class If they
keep up their gait of the past week.
Our citizens are justly proud OF
their record.
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank D. Dunlap,
Mrs. W. R Staples and brother, Mr..
Tr6up, Miss Mary Bruce Staples
and 1. O.Murrey attended the New
Martinsville fair yesterday.
Mr.. and Mrs. G. o. Cutler and
son, Master Cecil, left the city on
the afternoon train for a weeks
outing, which they will spend at
Niagara Falls and Cambridge
Springs.
Joe Williams, of the St. Marys
Leader, we'll known to the Review
readers, Is the proud father of a
very handsome babe girl, which
arrived at his home on Tuesday,
the 10Th.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-08-23
News of the Local World

Wanted-A strong boy at the
Review Office that desires to learn
the printing trade. 22 st
Miss Della Lltten went to Sardis
this morning to spend Sunday with
her grandparents.
Two houses'tor sale or rent. In
quire of George F. Bell. no Cath
crime street. 23tt
Miss Helen Hockinberry Is visit
Ing her grandmother at her home
In Cameron, W. Va.
Don't fall to read the ad Of the
Fair" they offer biggest values
ever before offered at their sales.
st
R. M. Clendening, proprietor Of
the Brilliant cafe was St. Marys
business caller today.
Perry Flesher, a we'll known liv-
eryman Of Friendly. was business
caller in the city today.
Joe Lazear, a we'll known livery
man OF Warrington, and brother OF
Lazear Bros, Is In the city.
J. H. Mededith left this morning
for Long Bottom, o where he con-
templates purchasing farm.
Attorney J. H. Strickling, Of
Middlebourne, went to Parkersburs
last evening on legal business.
L. D. Dlnsmore,a we'll known oil
operator of St. Marys, was a basil
ness caller In the city last evening
II. Kirchner, a we'll known har'
ness maker, of Middlebourne, went
to Marietta this morning on .bnsi'
ness.
Mrs. W. H. Boughner and chill
dren, who have been spending two
weeks at Sarahvilie, Ohio, returned
today.
When you get tired buying boys
shoes at other places try the good
for Bad Boys shoe. Kotzebue &
Murrey's. 20 ct
Mrs. J. F. Hall, and son, Master
Victor, returned last evening from
a short visit with friends at Wheel
Ing.
T. R. Cowell aud family re-
turned to the city last evening from
their summer outing of a few weeks
which they spent at popular resorts
IN the east,