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Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19

Mr.. A. ]. Balfour. the new British
premier, made an address TO his follow
ers. in which he announced the resig-
nation from the cabinet OF Sir Michael
Hicks Beach. the chancellor OF the ex-
chequer. The Duke of Devonshirc an
nounced in the House OF Lords that
Lord Salisbury desired him to succeed
TO the government leadership in that
body.
A German laborer found on a beach a
pocketbook containing s. 500 which an
American had dropped in the water
from yacht during the recent regattas.
He returned the money and was re-
warded.
Rear Admiral Crowninshield's flag
ship. the bat;ieship Illinois. owing to a
faulty steering gear. ran aground while
entering ,he harbor al Christiana. Nor
way. ard will have TO be locked Tor re-
pairs.
y large force OF revolutionists under
General Pcnaloza is reported to be ap-
preaching Puerto Cabello. Venezuela.
The United States Government will
send the gunboa; Marietta 10 La Qua
ira.
The American cruiser Brooklyn ar
ilNNN 81 Win
OF Lord Pauncciote. late ambassador oi
Great Britain at Washington. Full ma
val honorS were paid TO the dead diplo-
mat.
Sir Joseph Little. chief justice and
deputy governor OF Newfoundland died
at ST. Johns.
The United States steamer Ranger
sailed from Panama Tor Chiriqui to pro
tect American interests there United
States Consul Gudger went to Chiriqui
with important papers Tor General Her
rera from the Governor OF Panama, pre-
sumably including peace terms.
The reputation OF Albert Balm. d-
rector general OF the Hamburg Ameri-
can Line. is said 10 have greatly in
creased By his alliance with J. F. Nor
gan He has also won high favor with
the Emperor.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
LIVE NATIONAL CAPITAL AFFAIRS.
Loss by 1901 Drought.

|; is now practicable to determine the
effect OF the drouth OF 1901 upon the cN-
port trade OF 1902
Preliminary figures on the exports o.!
breadstutfs and provisions just complct-
ed show about o. per cent OF the total
exports. and reasonably accurate
measurement al the exploration oil ar
iicles affected BY the drouih OF las; year
can now be made. The tables show the
exports OF quantities and value OF corn
and comm cal. oats and oatmeal. wheat
flour and other breadstuifs. also live cat
tie fresh beef and other beef products.
a we'll as other provisions. The most
marked reduction j. in corn, the expor-
tation oi which AT the principal ports
amounts to 100000 bushels i'll the ms
cal year ended June 30. 1902. against
l76ooo.coo a; the same ports the pre-
ccding year. the value Tor 1902 beng
$4,000 600. against SS2.ooo.coo the pre-
ccding year. reduction OF S66.ooo.ooo.
The complete figures probably viii
show the total exports at about ~
100000 bushels against 1871 100000 IN
the preceding year.
Expectations oi cornmeal have also
iallcn from S2.coo.ooo in 1901 10 ST.
ooo.coo in 1902. making the total reduc-
tior in corn exports in round terms. as
shown by the preliminary figures: So7.-
100000. Compared with the fiscal year
1000. the reduction is still greater; the
corn exports OF the fiscal year 1000 were
the largest in the history OF American
export trade. amounting TO 2I3.I23,4Ie
bushels while for the year just ended
the complete figures will amount 10
about ~ 100000 bushels.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
Beers LOST 1900 MEN.
Had $4,000 in the Army and $1,000 Were
Prisoners.

Pretoria (By Cable).-According to
an estimate of the Red Cross identity
depot, which fulfilled the functions of
a casualty bureau for the Boer forces.
the total losses of the Beers during the
war were 300 men killed or died of
wounds and $4,000 made prisoners OF
war, of whom 700 died. The Boer
forces in the field numbered about rs
600.
The curator Of the former Boer Gov
ernment's official papers has handed over
TO the British all documents, including
confidential reports. giving complete
history of Mr. Kruger's relations with
foreign powers.
There is some uneasiness here regard
ing the attitude OF the Basutos. In
consequence of supposed treachery dur
ing the war. Joel. one of their prominent
chiefs. has been summoned TO Maseru.
capital OF military district of Basuto-
land. to stand trial on the charge OF high
treason.
The paramount chief Lerothod is
likely to support Joel in the event OF the
latter's refusal TO obey the summons.
Troops have been dispatched TO the from
tier
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
COFFIN NINE FEET LONG.
Lewis wilkins, A Western Giant. Dies In
Hospital In Chicago.

Chicago (Special) One of the giants
of the earth has just died in the Pres
byterian Hospital in the person OF Lewis
Wilkins, who was for several months
afflicted with tumor on the brain. He
was eight feet two inches tall When
in good health he weighed sos pounds.
A casket nine feet long and twice IS
wide as the ordinary coffin was con
Structed for the body.
Wilkins great height subjected Kim
to many discomfoets When he came TO
this city from Omaha to be treated Al
the hospital an ambulance awaited him
at the Polk Street Station. The man
was so tall that he could not lie on the
regular strctcher. but was forced to sit
on the floor OF the vehicle and draw his
legs up beneath him.
A special bed had to be constructed
for him at the hospital. y ring that
Wilkins had worn on finger OF his
left hand is so large that silver half
dollar can be easily passed through it.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
Financial.

London traded in $1,000 shares of
American stocks. buying chiefly Atchi-
son and selling United States Steel
Negotiations are practically closed for
the sale Of the Detroit & Toledo Short
Line 10 the Grand Trunk line. Thus
Grand Trunk secures an entrance into
Toledo.
Ii is announced HAT the Virginia Car
DINA Chemical Company's increased
earnings are due 10 the short corn crop
last year. putting the products OF cotton
seed in greater demand.
The Central Trust Company. OF Cam
den. n. J.. has declared its regular semi
annual dividend of 3 per cent and add
I'd $4,000 to surplus account, making
that account 100000, equaling its cap
ital.
Il is stated that despite the recent
satisfactory increase in the earnings of
the United Power & Transportation
Company, the heavy expenses arising
-;~~- and the system as wei
5 reasons vii
Sc in the con
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
MIshap to Battleship Illinois.

Christiania. Norway (By Cable).-
The United States battleship Illinois.
Hasship of Rear Admiral aren't s.
Crowninshield, and the United States
cruisers Chicago and Albany have ar
rived here While the Illinois was
standing into the harbor, leading the
squadron, her steering gear failed and
her helm jammed hard TO starboard,
with the ship headed straight for the
shore. Both anchors were let go and
her engines were backed promptly. but
1he port anchor chain parted The ship
struck an obstruction and a hole was
punched in her bottom Two small
compartments filled with water: the
crew were piped to collision quarters
and the watertight doors were closed.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
LORD SALISBURY
SUCCEEDED BY BALFOUR
Retiring Premier Gives Advancing Years
And Failing Health as Reasons.
MANY RUMORs OF OTHER CHANGES.
The New Chief OF the Cabinet, II is Stated.
Will Remain Government Leader In the
House OF Commons hamhe Rain Is said
10 accept the New Situation in q most
Cheerful Manner.

London (By Cable)-The Marquis
Of Salisbury has resigned the premier
ship OF Great Britain. and \. J. Balfour.
first lord OF the treasury and govern
Iacnt leader in the House OF Commons
has been appointed to succeed him. Mr..
Baltour visited the King and accepted
the premiership.
While il was expected in official and
political circles that Lord Salisbury 5
retirement would be coincident with the
coronation of King Edward. it was
scarcely looked Tor prior 10 that event.
Consequently. about the only surprise
expressed as the news spread through
London concerned the date rather than
the fact OF the resignation. The real
interest was not so much i'll reference
TO Lord Salisbury'S withdrawal As II
was in the appointment of his success
sor.
The liveliest speculation is rife as TO
the personnel of the new cabinet. The
most discussed features of the pending
changes is the position of Mr.. Chamber
lain. the colonial secretary. who in
many quarters has been regarded as the
most promising candidate for the pre-
miership.
1t is learned tina, prior 10 the accept
ance OF his new office Mr. Balfour first
had an interview with Mr. Chamberlain
and then consulted with his other cabi-
net associates. This is regarded as as
surance that the future relative posi-
tons Of Messrs. Baliour and Chamber
lain will be satisfactory TO both. MIR.
Chamberlain friends say he always
recognized the reversion OF the pre-
micrship TO be Mr.. Balfour's right as
government leader in the House OF
Commons.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
King ALF0NSO'S
STRANGE ANTICS
SPANS Ruler Causing His Mother Much
Anxiety.
INSULTS MEMBERS OF THE COURT.
Reported That he Has Lost Respect for the
Noble Woman Who Devoted Her Life 10
the Work OF Vainly Trying TO Fit Elm to Be
king-Story Of Violent Quarrel Be-
tween the Young Ruler aud Queen Mother.

Madrid by Cable).-The eccentric
behavior Of Alphonso NH. is causing
IN the royal household considerable anx-
iety Tor the future OF the young King,
VINO seems 10 combine the depraved
tastes Of his notorious grandmother
with the responsibility Of his father.
After lingering the military authorities
and an;agonizing his ministers. he is
now on strained terms with the Queen
Mother. whom. il is said. he has re-
peatedly insulted He has estranged
The sympathy OF the family and OF his
court BY the fondness he has develop
cd tor low associates The household
has made desperate efforts to conceal
these facts and prevent 4 public scan
dai. hut a portion OF the truth has.
nevertheless. leaked OFT in social cir
Giles here
The Kings attitude towards the
Queen Mother is the most severely crit
ici>ed part OF his conduct. Tor he seems
to have lost all sense of respect due
TO her. and when in any way crossed
by her lie uses the most violent Ian
guage.
he most recent OF these scenes nearl
resulted in an open rupture between II
King and the Queen Mother. Or
evening the King. disguised as !
borer. had slipped away from the D;
ace unrecognized by the guards and h
proceeded Ia the slum quarters OF NJ
rid. where he made up his mind to
tend i workingman's ball. He pas
the nigh, dancing. drinking and pl
ing and returned to the palace at d;
in a half intoxicated condition.
Queen Mother, acquainted OF his
FERROUS disappearance from the pa
had spent the night in agony, V
she heard the cause of his absence
felt compelled TO demonstrate ae
conduct so unworthy of king.
The King told her to mind her
business and respect his authority
the rest of his subjects The
replied that. in the eyes of Goo
son owed submission to his III
The King flying into a violent pa
finally ordered her out of the roya
ace The Queen remained imp;
the King cried violently:
Il shall call my guards to thro
into the streets of Madrid"
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
KILLED THE WHOLE FAMILY.
Portland Man Shoots His Wife, Her Parents
and BoardeE

Portland. Ore. (Special)-A. L.
Belding. bartender, has shot and kill
ed his wife. his mother-in- law, and
Frank Woodward, an inmate OF his
house. and fatally wounded L. Nc
Croskey, his father-in-law.
Belding married the daughter OF the
McCroskeys. eight years ago, bu; has
not lived with his wife for some time.
He was jealous OF Woodward, whom he
suspected OF being intimate with Mrs.
Bedding.
Going to the McCroskey home Beld-
ing gained adnittance, and meeting
Woodward in the hallway drew a revolt
yer in each hand. cxclaiming. You
first" and fired Woodward fell to the
floor fatally wounded Mrs. Belding
rushed upon her husband and was shot
down by the iniuria,ed man. Then the
parents Of Mrs. Bedding came TO the
hallway and were both shot.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
Buffalo Exposition Claims.

The Treasury Department has per-
iected plan to pay the claims against
the Pan-American Exposition Company
of Buffalo out OF the appropriation OF
$500, 600 made i'll the General Deficiency
Act.
By the terms OF the appropriation
these are TO be made pro rata on claims
Tor labor, material. services and other
expenses and no payments are to be
made TO stockholders or for any claim
secured by mortgage The claims 20 be
prorated aggregate about 100000.
They are to be audited at the Treasury
Department and the warrants drawn in
favor OF the individual claimants. These
warrants are 10 be delivered through
and receipted. for by John G. Milburn.
the presidc,h; OF the Exposition. In this
way The necessity for Mr.. Milburn Civ
ing AZ bond will be avoided Mr.. Mil
brrn is anxious that every cent OF the
100000 shall 60 to the creditors OF the
ExDGSifiOu
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
Oieomargarine Tests.

The Acting Commissioner OF Internal
Revenue has issued instructions COW
ering artificial tests for coloring mat
ter in oleomargerine. Detailed direc-
lions are given for making tests to dis
cover coloring matter principally used
i'll coloring oleomargerine The circu-
lar says: Ii a sample gives negative re-
suits by both tests above described. il
may be safely concluded that it is free
from artificial celebration. II it re
spends 10 either test. or ii there is any
doubt as to the results obtained. the
Mmple should be forwarded TO this OF
fee for ANALYSIS"
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
Weed Probably Head Of Commission.

Oyster Bay. N. Y. (SpeciaD.-The
President q.s.s invited Gen. Leonard
Wood to visit him at Sycamore Hill
early in August General Wood is one
uf Mr.. Roosevelt's closest friends and
zhe President enetertains 4 high regard
Tor his executive ability. On account OF
shat TACT General Wood is mentioned as
u probable member OF the isthmian ca
nal commission, to have general charge
OF the canal construction. 1t is under
stood to be not unlikely that he may be
appointed as the head OF the commits
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
ODDS AND ENDS OF THE NEWS.

The Denver and Rio Grande Railroad
has advanced the wages OF its telegraph
operators.
Gea Calvin II. Frederick. a retired
veteran OF the Civil War. died at his
home in Omaha.
Juan .liminez. the deported President
oil San Domingo. arrived in New York
The spread OF cholera in Manila is re-
ported to have slightly decreased
The report that ] Pierpont Morgan
OF tho Turkish debt S denied.
Mrs. Joel T. Vale the authoress.
died at her home in Denver. Col
President Charles W Eliot. o: Har-
ward University. Was elected president
ii the National Educational As>ocia-
ton. in convention in Minneapolis. Pa
pcrs we're read by Secretary oil Agricul-
turc Wilson. DIR. Jacob C.. Schurman. OF
Cornell University. and Mrs. Carrie
Chapman Caty
Charles Frederick Osborne. who was
acquitted recently III Polio Court IN
Norfolk Va. for The murder OF his
wife. Matte. was arrested on the charge
OF having murdered former wife in
Saltwater. Mich several years ago.
Mrs. Allinc Ellis O'Mailey. wife OF
Prof. Austin O'Malley. and William ].
Eearin were held to bail in Philadelphia
on tic charge OF stealing jewelry from
DR.. Joseph OMalley. OF that city, Mrs.
OMalley's brotherin-law.
The Gear has affirmed the sentence
OF Imprisonment for IL years imposed
on Colonel C-imm Tor revealing mill
tary secrets.
The VAT believed TO be trying
10 make lie TAFT mission to es-
tablish relations with the
Unued S
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
MASKED ROBBERS
HELD UP TRAIN
Engineer Ordered to Stop at Muzzie OF
Revolver.
BANDITS DYNAMITED TWO SAFES.
The Bandits Mounted Horses and Disap'
peared In the Ravines that Lead Into Mar
shall Pass. The Sheriff at SaIida and Sher.
iffs Of Adjoining Counties and Dozen
Posses Are In Pursuit.

Saiida, Col. (SpeciaD "A report was
received here shortly before noon 10 the
effect that the Denver and Rio Grande
narrow gauge passenger train, which
left here during the night, was held up
and robbed by several men near Sar-
gents west of Marshall Pass.
The robbery occurred at $50 o'clock
at Chester, Col, $50 miles west OF Den
yer. The engineer was compelled at the
point of revolver TO stop the train by
masked men, who had climbed over the
tender. Two safes in the express car
were blown open but il is asserted by
officers of the Rio Grande Express Com
pany that the robbers failed 10 secure
any plumber from the safes.
The passengers were compelled to
aiight from the cars and line up along
side the tracks in the canyon and they
were relieved of all their money and
valuables Many OF the passengers
threw away their money, watches and
lewelry among the rocks before the rob-
bers searched them. There were many
tourists among the passengers. and
while If is not known how much the
robbers secured. it is presumed that the
losses were heavy
The train was the westbound narrow
gauge passenger. The cars, as usual at
this season. were all filled. There were
four robbers. The scene OF the robbery
is IN wild. mountainous country at the
foot of Marshall Pass on the west slope
The bandits mounted horses and dis
appeared in the ravines that lead into
Marshall Pass. The sheriff at Salida and
sheriffs of adjoining counties and a
dozen posses are in pursuit.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
Held Officers at BAY.

Brewster. n. y. (SpeciaD. = John
Dvalstedt. shoemaker in this village.
was arrested on suspicion OF numbering
John Anderson. a journeyman. in his
shop. who died June 10 from what is be-
l:cvcd to he strychninc poisoning.
Dvalstcdt is said 10 have held insurano c
policies on Anderson life. a warrant
for Dvalstedt's arrest was issued by
Coroncl Mitchell. an analysis {. the
dead mans stomach having shown thar
he had swallowed 4 large amount 81
s;rychninc. On the approach OF the
constable with the warrant Dvalstedt
took to the woods and was pursued by
a posse. He resisted arrest. holding the
posse at bay with two revolvers.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
Dynamite in Jail.

St Joseph. Mo. (SpeciaD.-Shcriff
Spencer summoned a large force Of
guards and armed them heavily. in the
expectation that a second attempt would
be n,,de to blow up the county jail and
liberate many desperate criminals.
Enough dynamite was stolen from a rock
quarry 10 blow up half the town. con
siderable part OF which was discovered
TO have been smuggled into the Jail.
Sheriff Spencer sent his family away.
No stranger is permitted to approach
within so feet OF the building.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
AERIAL FEATS AT ST. LOUIS
Large Purses are TO be Awarded To
Rules.

ST Louis (SpeciaA.-1'he Lo
Purchase Exposition COMPANY
its rules and regulations govern
acronautical contests to be held
Worlds Fair in 1905.
Two hundred thousand dols
been appropriated by the comp
these contests. OF this sum SIC
offered as grand prize. FIT
sand dollars has been appropri
minor and subsidiary prizes io
petitions between airships. |
airship motors and kiles. The
ing $4,000 is reserved for the
inciden; TO the competition.
The competition for The gene
OF 100000 is open TO all II
without limitation as 10 the po
or mechanical principles invol'
No applicant shall be admits
competition who shall not pres
factory evidence OF having at
made flight over at least m
and re,urn with a machine
principle to that which
poses TO use in the competit
aeronautical jury may rule
due investigation. any machir
too hazardous 10 life.
As an evidence OF good Ia
trance ice OF $3.50 will be
which will be refunded whe
hibitor occupies the space a
him with an apparatus conf
the rules.
Each vehicle shall carry al
person during lis fight.
The competitors making t
erage speed shall be awarded
prize OF SIoo.ooo. together "
bic diploma, medal or certifi'
The length az the entire
ne; be less than 10 nor me
miles.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
Postmaster Payne Ia N

Milwaukee. Wis. IS
master-General Henry c.
in Milwaukee on pers'
Mr.. Payne will remain
DAYS. alter which time he
iden; Roosevelt 4; Oys
Payne will start on his
August /, when he will
naval maneuvering exp
Atlantic ocean Tor 4 T
weeks.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
Fatal Mistake OF bad Men"

Davenport. Iowa (SpeciaD Christie
phcr Lconidas and his son. long haired
medicine men. wearing sharpshooter
medals and heavily armed boarded the
Diamond 10 steamer Dubuque At Rock
Island. H.. and attempted TO take pos
session. Mate Dan Green shot and kill
ed both when the boat was II frc3t u
Davenport. The bodies were taken off
here. The boat officers were held At
the inquest Mate Dan Green was acquit-
ted by the coroner's jury on the ground
OF self-deicnSe.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
kiabamo's Strike Sett'

Birmingham. Ala. (Speci;
shor, discussion the joint c,
the United Mine Workers :;
orators agreed on 4 scale.
portant concessions on the
operators brough, the mine
the scale was speedily sigi
vides Tor d maximum pric,
for mining coal and 4 uni
wages for day laborers.
had demanded an increas
per ton. two weeks pay &
hour work day. They los
contentious, bu; gained a
establis hment OF 4 unift
wages Tor day laborers.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
Depository of Public Moneys.

In accordance with provision Of the
Philippine Civil Government Act the
Secretary OF War has directed that the
Treasury OF the Philippines shall &C, as
depository OF the public moneys OF the
United States without being required
10 deposi; bonds in the Treasury OF the
United States or TO give any othe- spe-
cihc security for the safe keeping OF
public money until the further d;rec-
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Mast Not Send Snakes TO Hawaii.

Washington, July I4-Among the
published orders OF the Division OF the
Philippines is one which contains = ca
hegfam showing that the protests OF
the people OF Hawaii against the i'm
portation of snakes into those islands
from the Philippines was successful.
The calegram follows:
Washington. May %. 1902.
Ehaffee, Manila:
Prohibit shipment on transports OF
animals and snakes to the United States
and Hawaii. CORBIN.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
Two Men Killed 10 Railroad Wreck.

Peoria. III (SpeciaD.-Two men kill
ed one fatally injured and several more
or less seriously injured is the story o:
a wreck on the Toledo. Peoria and
Western Railway All the injured be
longed TO the construction crew except
Lcpagc and Meyers. who are travelling
statesmen. An extra engine and ca
boosc were coming slowly towards Pc
oria. having received word TO look out
ior the construction train, when the two
met on a curve The construction train
was going at high rate OF speed.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1902-07-19
Next Step for irrigation.

+. H. Newell, chief photographer OF
the Geological Survey. has gone West
to make a preliminary investigation OF
the irrigation problem.
The irrigation law passed by the last
session OF Congress makes it necessary
Tor survey TO determine the location
OF the proposed extensive reservoirs
and several engineering parties already
have been sent out TO do preliminary
work. Mr. Newell will have general
supervision OF the task 1t is intended
that the preliminary work shall be most
thorough, and on this account it is not
expected that the construction OF any
OF the proposed reservoirs will be un-
dertaken for year or two. Mr.. New
ell expects TO devote the entire summer
TO work in the field.