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The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1902-12-11
SETTLEMENTTAlK
STILLR UMORS OF COAL STRIKE
COMPROMISE.
McVeagh Still OF the Opinion That
Operators Missed a Good Chance
by Not Proceeding With Negotia-
lions Opened Since Commission
Began Hearings.

Scranton, Pa, Dec. 6.-The lawyers
for the mine workers continue to call
witnesses before the strike commission
to testify to the alleged blackIisting
methods pursued by several coal COM
panies in refusing to re-employ strikers
who took more or less prominent part
in the strike. In most cases, according
to the testimony, no satisfactory reason
was given why the men were not taken
back. Two blind men, and who were
also otherwise badly injured by under
ground explosions, were pesented as liv-
ing evidence of the dangers in the
mines. When the commission adj
journed for the day, Rev. J. j. Curran,
the Catholic clergyman of Wilkesbarre,
who took prominent part in the min
ers' cause during the recent strike, was
on the witness stand.
Talk of Settlement.
Nothing could be learned here with
reference to the reported efforts at a
settlement outside the commission.
None of the attorneys for either side
protested to know anything about any
contemplated move in that direction.
Wayne MacVeagh, who is representing
the Erie coal properties, was the only
attorney in position to know who
would talk about the matter. He left
here, accompanied by Mr.. Parker. The
testimony now being presented to the
commission does not concern Mr.. Mac
Veagh's clients to an exetnt which
makes his presence necessary.
Mr.. MacVeagh, before leaving, stated
to the correspondent of the Associated
Press that majority of the operators
thought it better to adjourn all efforts
to reach by amicable conferences basis
for the award of the commission until
both sides had presented all the testi-
mony they wished to offer. Whether
the efforts to reach such baiss will
then be resumed can only be decided
after the testimony shall be closed.
Mr.. MacVeagh's Position.
Mr.. MacVeagh added that he person
ally thought, in view of the extra
ordinary conditions existing in the
anthracite region, that this was mis-
taken attitude for the operators to as
sumo, as he feared each days testimony
would tend to increase the bitterness of
feeling; but it was not only the right,
bnt the duty, of the operators to act on
their own judgment of the situation,
and he sincerely hoped the result would
fully justify the conclusion they reach
ed. From this expression it is taken
that Mr.. MacVeagh was opposed to the
calling off of the negotiations last week.
The departure of Mr.. MacVeagh and
Mr. Parker for New York gave rise to a
rumor that the distinguished attorney
was going there to consult with the
operators on the settlement scheme, but
when he was seen, just before he left
the city. he said he did not know who
he would see there. He denied knowl-
edge of any efforts being made by the
large coal companies to absorb the in
dependent concerns. Individual opera
tors who were approached on the SUBJ
ject also said they knew nothing of such
a move.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1902-12-11
STRUGGLE COMES THIS WEEK
San francisco Has Scheme to Re.
tain Transport Trade.

washington, Dec. S.-The scheme nv
which the consolidated interests now
working to defeat Seattles chances for
securing the army transportation con-
tract expect to accomplish their end
mas been made known. As nearly as
can De ascertained, the plan was devils
eo py Vice President Morton, OF the
Santa Fe, and has been submitted to
the commercial interests of San Fran
cisco. 1t povides for the leasing Of the
army transports by an organization of
responsible persons, to be effected in
san francisco, these persons agreeing,
on condition that the secretary of war
readvertlse for bids for transportation,
to submit bid which will I've as low as
that OF the Boston Steamship Company.
1t is proposed that the government
shall turn over its vessels to this San
Francisco combination without rental.
or with at most a nominal rental, the
combination agreeing to pay the marine
insurance on vessels and be responsible
for their safe keeping.
proposition Is Condemned.
This astounding proposition to turn
over government property to private
persons has already been condemned by
Quartermaster General Ludington, who
says the plan is "impracticable." 1t
Is believed that Secretary Root will not
listen to the proposition, but it is being
seriously urged by the ombined South
ern Pacific and Santa Fe interests.
There is no doubt whatever of the
authority of the secretary of war to
contract with private corporations for
transporting troops and supplies, not
withstanding the expressed opinion of
Chairman Hull, of the house military
affairs committee, to the contrary.
All signs point to bitter fight this
week between Seattle and San Francis
co interests. A hint of the danger to
Seattle's chances was we'll expressed in
a remark made privately by Paul Nor
ton, of the Santa Fe:
"San Francisco has had the business
for years, and the government is con-
sentative. 1t is good deal easier to
induce the war department to keep on
the old way than to make a radical
change of policy"
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1902-12-11
NEW SPANISH CABINET.
Favors the Reorganization OF Nation
al Defenses.

Madrid, Dec. S.-Among the new
cabinet officers, Gen. Linares, minister
of war, is very popular with the army
and in the country, and is credited with
extensive plans for the reorganization
of the army and the national. defenses.
Minister of Marine Toca is regarded as
an even more thorough advocate OF the
strengthening and reorganizating OF the
navy and the naval defenses In every
direction. Senior Maura, minister OF
the interior, also favors the restoration
of Spain's naval power and altogether
the new government is considered a
strong ana popular one.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1902-12-11
REED is ILL,
Ex-Speaker Suffers From catarrhal
Appendicitis.

Washington, d. c., Dec. 5.-Dr. F..
A. Gardner, who is attending ex-Speak-
or Thomas B. Reed, made the following
statement to the Associated Press:
"Mr. Reed has an attack of catarrhal
appendicitis. He suffered great deal
during the early part of the night, but
now he is resting easily. DR.. T. H..
Mcdonald, surgeon, was called in for
consultation. He did not consider the
case one that demanded surgical inter
ference at present. While Mr.. Reed is
resting comfortably it is impossible to
say whether surgical interference may
be demanded. Every case of appendi-
citis, however simple, is serious, and
he is a, sick man."
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1902-12-11

John Barrett, of Oregon, to Succeed
Minister Buck.

Washington, Dec. 6. - President
Roosevelt has decided to appoint John
Barrett, of Oregon, minister to Japan,
to succeed the late Minister Buck. 1t
was said that the president promised
Mr.. Barrett some time ago that he
would appoint him either to the Japan
ese or Chinese mission as soon as
vacancy should occur at either post.
Members of the California delegation
are keenly disappointed, and will try to
induce the president to reconsider his
decision in favor of their candidate, DIR.
Chester Rowell, member of the state
committee from Fresno county.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1902-12-11
CHANNEL SHIFTED.
Nebraska City Left Without Water
or Lights.

Nebraska City, Neb., Dec. S.-A sud-
den shifting of the main channel of the
Missouri river to the Iowa side has left
this city without water supply. The
water mains are drained and every basin
Is empty. The electric light plant is
shut down and the streets are dark. 1t
may be days or weeks before pipes can
be extended to the main chananel and
in the meantime every bit of machinery
in the city department on steam or
electricity may be shut down.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1902-12-11
WOMEN CARRY MAIL.
Mr.. Payne Will See Whether They
Give Satisfaction.

Washington, d. c., Dec. cit has
recently been brought to the attention
of Postmaster General Payne that about
% women are holding positions as car
riers in the rural free delivery service
and call has been made upon Superin-
tendent Machina, of the branch, for in
formation about them. An investiga-
tion will be made to determine whether
they are performing their duties in a
satisfactory manner. Mr.. Payne is said
to be opposed to the appointment of
women to such service.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1902-12-11
Award OF Nobel Prizes.

Stockholm, Dec. 8.-The following
Nobel prizes will be distributed On
Wednesday next: The Dutch professors,
Lorenz and Zeenan, will divide the
physics prize; Prof. Mommsen, the
literary prize; Maj. Ross, the principal
of the Liverpool school of Tropical
Medicine, the medical prize, while the
Russian professor, De Martens, will be
awarded the peace prize.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1902-12-11
SHORTER WORKING DAY.
Nine Hours for Walla WaIIa Brick
layers at Present Wages,

Walla Walla, Dec. 8.-After the first
of next month bricklayers in this city
will receive $500 per day of nine
hours, decrease in working time of
one hour with the same pay as now
rules for ten hours labor. The rise of
wages has been agreed upon by the
local union, which was organized a few
months ago, and to which nearly all
local masons belong. The new rate
will not apply to work now under con-
tract.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1902-12-11
FRANK WAREHOUSE I'LL.
Suffers From Appendicitis and
Taken to Sapitarium.

Washington, Dec. SIT has develop
ed that the illness from which Frank
Waterhouse, Seattle agent of the Bos-
ton Steamship Company, is suffering is
appendicitis. Mr.. Waterhouse was
somewhat worse yesterday, and he was
removed from his apartments, in the
New willard hotel, to the private sani-
tariup of DR.. Fl. L. E. johnson. 1t
has not yet been determined whether
an operation will be necessary or not.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1902-12-11
Zones of Concentration.

Manila, Dec. S.-Preparatory to an
aggressive campaign against the La
drones in the Risal povince of Luzon'
Gov. Taft has established zones OF con-
centration. The land will be titled
dnring the day time, and the people
VIII retire within the zones at night.
A strong force of constabulary will be
used against the bandits.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1902-12-11
THOMAS MAST DEAD.
Famous Cartoonist Succumbs &c
Yellow Fever.

Guayaquil, Ecuador, Dec. S.-Consui
General Thomas Mast died at noon after
three days illness from yellow fever.
He was inferred at o'clock. The
funeral was attended by the governor,
the consular corps, the American colony
and by many friends. The coffin was
wra nned in the stars and stripes. The
British consul read a prayer in the
cemetery. The death of Mr.. Mast is
deenly iamented by the natives, who
held him in high esteem.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1902-12-11
Reciprocal Protect on.

Madrid, Dec. THE Gazette pub
fishes the notes exchanged by Spain
and the United States restoring the
agreements of July, 1895, which grant
reciprocal protection Of rights in intel
lectual, artistic and literary property.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1902-12-11
Agreed on Pension Bill.

washington. d. c., Dec. 5.-The
house committee on appropriations has
agreed upon the pension appropriations
hi II appropriates $l39, s47, 800.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1902-12-11
FOUND DENNY GUILTY.
Another of the st. Louis Doodle
Gang Convicted.

st. Louis, Dec. 6.-After two days OF
trial Charles J. Denny, the millionaire
brewer and director in the Suburban
street Railway Company, formerly q
member of the house of delegates,
charged with perjury in connection with
the suburban bill Doodle deal, was
found guilty early last evening and his
punishment fixed at two years in the
The only defense offered by Judge
Krum, attorney for Denny, was testl-
mony in behalf of the defendants good
character.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23
WELL-KNOWN
Mr.. James F. GilIeran, ManufaC-
turer, Dies at His Home.

Yesterday morning James +. Gllleran
one OF the best known and most success
ful woolen manufacturers OF northern
Rhode Island died at his home on Provi-
dence street. Woonsockot. after n long
illness from complication OF diseases.
Mr.. Gilleran was a native of Glendale
I'm this state. where he was born I'm Octo-
ber. 1860. He was associated with the
woolen manufacturing business during
the greater art OF his lifetime. although
about five years ago he embarked I'm cot
ton worsted manufacturing. He was SUI
perintondent OF Pendergasts White mill
at Brdgeton for number Of years. re-
signing TO go into business with Silas w
Harding A short time ago Mr.. Gilleran
sold his interest in the business TO his
partner.
The deceased was a successful business
man and one Of the best informed wooden
manufacturers I'm the state lie leaves n
widow. Rose three children James
Elizabeth and Dora: n mother. Mrs Rrid-
get Gilloran three sisters. Mrs. James
Meehan. Miss Katie Gilleran of Mapieville
and Mrs. Ellen gendcrrast ~ Harrisviile;
n brother. Thomas Gilleran. of woon-
socket and several nephews and nieces
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23
Death ENDS
FAMOUS
ROMANCE.
For Fifty Years Miss Partridge
Was True TO the Lover She
Gould Not Wed.

New York, Sept 2S.-The death OF Miss
| Elizabeth Ann Partridge. which occurred
at her residence. 3s West Thirty-seventh
street. ended romance dating back half
century, which involved many promi-
nent persons in this city.
Miss Partridge was born In Pomfret.
Conn, in 1874 Her father was a mem
ber of Puritan family, and her mother
was Bathsheba Hall, descended from
John Hali,-ef Coventry England, VINO
settled at Charlestown, Mass in 1890
Two OF Bathsheba Halls sisters mar
ried brothers named Ward. They were
Henry Ward, a lawyer and one OF the
founders of the firm that later became
Evarts & Choate. and William Green
Ward. founder OF the banking house of
Ward a. Co
When about 16 years old. Miss Part
ridge came to this city. and soon after
fell In love with son of Henry Ward.
named Henry Hall Ward The couple
became engaged. Both families objected
10 a marriage on account OF consan-
guinity, and II did not take place Both
persisted I'm maintaining the engagement.
nevertl eless.
They saw each other daily, walked and
drove together, and lived almost as much
for each other as though they had been
welded up TO the time OF Wards death,
in 1872.
Ward died OF consumption at Saratoga.
and Miss Partridge was with him at the
end. He had made his home with his
mother and her sister, Ann Hall, a noted
painter OF miniatures, at % Bond street
The house contained valuable paintings.
including many Of Ann Halls works. and
the cellar was stocked with wines of
great age
The house, together with two Others I'm
the same street, and 80, he left by wall
as life trust to Miss Partridge He be-
queathed 20 her outright all the paintings
and much other personal property
Miss Partridge always regarded the
house at % Bond street as a sacred place.
She never lived i'm IL herself, but hired
an old negro and his wife as caretake,s
instructing them TO see that each room
was busted daily and to keep everything
as II had been left She visited the house
almost daily for 20 years and more, and
refused admission to all other persons.
With the death of Miss Partrdgie the
three houses revert to the estate of
Ward, which has not been settled. There
are several heirs, and there is little doubt
that the houses will be sold
Funeral services for Miss Partridge
Will be held az her late home tomorrow
morning, the Rev. Percy Stickney Grant
officiating. Miss Partridge had been a
member OF the Church of the Ascension
for nearly 80 years.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23
Rev. P. J. Henness Accuses
His Wife Of Running Him.
WOULD not LIVE WITH HER
When Brought Before The Methodist Con-
ference Of Iowa He Resigned From
The Church.

Keokuk. Ind, Sept 2s.-The case OF the
Rev. p j. Hepness before the Iowa con-
terence of the Methodist Episcopal church
was ended dramatically early today
After the trial committee, appointed
by Bishop Hamilton and composed Of
t3 dlvines. had been in session far into
the night. Mr.. Henness himself took the
stand.
He said II was evident TO himself and
TO his attorneys that he was not to
have fair trial. and handed the parch-
ment OF his ordination 10 the committee.
Following with his resignation from
membership in the church as well as
from the ministry. Turning TO his wife
who was present. Henness said
woman, behold the wreck OF a man
you have mader"
His wife broke down at this ana went
The committee for the trial OF Mr.. Hem
ness Immediately closed its session. hay-
Ing lost its jurisdiction OF the case bv
nis action In placing himself outside the
pale OF the church.
Mr.. Henness. after maintaining silence
stubbornly for year. said that the rea-
son he left his wife was because OF her
continued "naggng." which broke down
his health and rendered it impossible for
MIN 10 90 ministerial work
The charge against him before the con-
ference was his separation from his wife
whom he agreed 10 support. but with
whom he refused TO live. No question Of
immortality was involved the claims ~
the prosecution being that Mr. Henness'
conduct was unclericak and that a min
lister so separated from his wife shouIo
not be sent out as pastor over church
by bishop.
Mr. Henness will go TO North Dakotn
20 engage In mining business
His friends say that movement will
be started from his case 10 have the
general quadrennial conference Of the
Methodist church take action against the
oldest and most prominent bishop OF the
church, who also separated from his
wife
Bishop John Hurst, separated from his
wife In 1892 She was Ella Agnes Root
% years old. when she was married n
Bishop Hurst In 1899 He was IS wears
old. Mrs. Hurst II worth more than n +.
10000 In her own right.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23
roR o.ee sixty WEARS.

has been used for over sixty years 81 by y
millions OF pothers for their children
while teethink. with perfect success. In
eoofhts the child softens the gums nj.
lays all pain. cures wind collie and n tbe
best remedy. for Diarrohea. It will relieve
the poor little sufferer Immediately Sold
BY druggists In very part Of the world
twenty-five cents q bottle. BE sure ard
ask for Mrs. Winslow's Soothing syrap"
nnd taks nc other kind
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23
APRETTy ctlEBnaTlON

The italian colony on Federal Hni had
another illumination and celebration last
night This time u was the feast of
Saints Luigi ana Bosco. Acorn ana
spruce streets were PRETTY decorated
with colors. banners. Japanese lanterns
ard grouped OIL lamps
The Silver Lake Marine band gave a
concert and there was fair display OF
fireworks.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23

FOR sALE-A CoRKING OFFER. A
7-room cottage. with reception hall and
improvements, at Washington Park, for
$500 Terms very easy. Can you beat IL z
ISAAC l.. GOFF CO.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE.


FOR SALE-AT A GREAT SACRl-
flee: House, Barn and Country Store,
well located, can do well In the store
business VIII make an ideal country
residence and could make the store
building into another residence If de-
sired. Three-fourths acre OF land, nice
fruit, water. and view. located in CEN
tire OF Town. buildings in good repair,
worth 81. O00o will sell for $500 II taken
at once. Address w. III. Ballou, Wen
dell. Mass.
STOP PAYING RENT PAY ME- 5000
cash for modern two-tenement house ana
own Il: occupy one tenement and let the
other for SO, which pays all expenses;
thus you have your rent free and own
the house. Address Box Ca. News Office.
FOR SALE-ON EASY TERMS, ONE
family house; 3 rooms: modern improve
ments. one mile from Market square; de-
sirable location; near Cranston street.
CUNNINGHAM & WALKER Sc Wey-
bosset street
FOR SALE-AT EDGEWOOD: NEW
two-story cottage: II rooms: now ready
for occupancy. all modern Improvements;
price $1,000. CUNNINGHAM * WALKER,
So Weybosset street.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23
RAILROADS.
NEW YORK, NEW HAVEN AND
HARTFORD RAILROAD.

A Time Table giving full information
as to local and through train service
may be obtained at. Providence station
and stations below:
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23

INSURE YOUR FURNITURE. YOUR
stock, your house against DIRE I'm our
COMPANIES. They are reliable ISAAC l.
Westminster street.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23

FOR SALE-A RARE CHANCE TO
secure home. $3.50 down, balance same
as rent. ISAAC l.. GOFF CO, Home
Builders, III Westminster street.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23

ARE you LOOKING FOR A COSY
city, on car line. where you can enjoy
the country breezes, with city improve
ments? We have II, brand new. I rooms,
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23

WE DON'T WANT TO BORE you,
but ~ does seem wrong 20 be continually
paying rent. getting no returns for the
GOFF co.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23

WE ARE STILL BUILDING AND
selling modern cottage homes. with all
conveniences on terms the same as rent
ISAAC l.. GOFF CO.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23

YOUR HEALTH AND STRENGTH
depend greatly upon the locality you live
IN. The close and crowded districts near
the centre OF the city are unhealthy and
undesirable. ISAAC l.. GOFF CO. ~ps
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23

WASHINGTON PARK, THE QUEEN
OF Home Centres: see II for yourself.
ISAAC l.. GOFF CO.. Real Estate and
street
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23

FOR sALE-AsToNIsHING VALUES
In suburban real estate. Come and see us
about IL. Every man should own a little
real estate. ISAAC l.. GOFF CO.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23

FOR SALE-WE'RE AFTER THE
man who wants to buy a home We want
him to look at our handsome cottages
for little money. ISAAC L. GOFF CO.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23

ulcrnl makes belts grip the pulleys. pro-
tfOoVL tccts them from steam and wa
ter and prevents glazing. For sale by
BROWN BROS. Co.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23

FOR SALE HOMES ON EASY
terms. Enuf said. ISAAC l.. GOFF
CO, Real Estate Developers and Home
Builders. Ill Westminster street.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23

you're looking for property in East Prov
idence. We have some good bargains
there. ISAAC L. GOFF CO.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23

If YoU WANT TO BUY. SELL OR
invest In real estate, you should know
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23
HELP wANTEo-MALE.

wANTED-WIRE DRAWER. w. 5
Hough, Jr., Co.. 40 Orange street.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23
FOUR DOCTORS FALL
18 months in a chair.
4 Specialist also fails to even relieve
a bad case of Asthma.
The BRAZILIAN BALM instantly re-
lieves and effects a Radical Cure.


Brazilian Balm
has done W o n
ders for me, after
suffering Q years
with Asthma. I
received no help
from four of our
local physicians,
and a specialist
in Hartford, who
is at the head of
the hospital and
receives all the
critical cases in
{ h e adjoin | ng
counties. For Is
moutile T pevev
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23

FOR SALE-so0o DOWN SECURES AN
S-room cottage near Broad street. all
modern improvements; a bargain Call
on ISAAC l.. GOFF Co
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-23

WANTED-FIRST-C CLASS TOOL MAX
or. One experienced In gauge work pre-
ferred; state experience. Address Il 20
Providence News.