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Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1902-10-06
MERCER AGREES TO
NEW ORATORICAL
REGULATIONS
FACULTY MEETS AND ANSWERS
LETTER SENT OUT BY CON-
MITTEE FROM AssocIA-
TON.

MACON, Ca, Oct. AT the last meet
ing of the faculty of Mercer university
a letter was considered relative to the
status of the Georgia Oratorical asso-
citation and the changes to be made In
the constitution.
A copy OF the letter has been sent by
the state association TO each of the col
leges in Georgia, who compose the organi-
zation-Mercer. Emory, the School OF
Technology, the University OF Georgia and
Dahlonega.
For some time there has been some
dissatisfaction among these institutions
as to the affairs of the association. 1t
has been rumored several times that En-
DRY and the university had already de-
cided to withdraw. This letter and the
meeting in Atlanta on September y grew
out of an effort to preserve the Organi-
cation from disruption.
The letter sent out IS as follows:
ATLANTA, Ca. Sept. 19, 1902
ITO the President of the Faculty:
Dear SRA meeting Of the Georgia In
tercollegiate Oratorical association was
held in Atlanta September 18th for the
purpose OF considering suggestions offered
at a meeting of faculty representatives
held some time ago as to certain changes
essential to the life of the association. The
association heartily accedes to most Of
these innovations, but respectfully urges
that the college authorities suspend tudg-
ment until one or more contests can be
held in Atlanta under these new rules and
regulations.
"At this meeting the following changes
were agreed upon and adopted:
81 A change in the manner Of grading
speakers from the percentage system to
the relative system.
''2. The faculties shall have a share in
the general management of the affairs Of
the association.
"3. There must be strict and definite
understanding as to the amount Of assist
ance, If any, which speakers are supposed
to have in the preparation Of their
speeches.
"a. There must be a definite and author
ftative code of laws for the government
of the association.
e'These were all adopted, and they COM
prise all of the Suggestions of the faculties
with one exception, viz: Rotating the
place of holding the contest. This we ask
YOU to suspend until one more contest can
be held under these new rules and regula-
lions.
Now the association respectfully asks
that your faculty take immediate action
and advise us officially as TO whether you
will pledge support in the matter Of hav-
ing another contest in Atlanta next spring
under these new rules. Please advise US
at once. and oblige. yours very truly.
III. L. FREEMAN,
wv NJ. SMITH,
"A c. BROOM"
The action of the Mercer faculty was in
effect that the college was ready to agree
to anything reasonable and agreeable to
the other institutions belonging to the
association.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1902-10-06
DEPUTY WARDEN DAWSON
PLEASED WITH THE SOUTH

Deputy Warden Dawson, of the federal
prison. is greatly pleased with the south
in general and Atlanta in particular.
He SAYS: Atlanta is the best regulated
city 1 ever saw" This remark was made
while comparing Atlanta with Columbus.
Ohio, where he lived for years. Ohio is
his native state
Mr.. Dawson is charmed with both our
people and climate.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1902-10-06
pr. R. 5. Macarthur Dead.

DUBLIN. Ga, Oct. "A gloom has been cast
all over Laurens and Wilkinson counties by the
death Of DR.. r. S. Macarthur. who died at s
O'Clock Monday morning at his home near
Gordon. Mr.. Macarthur had been III for several
weeks with typhoid fever. He married about
six years ago Miss Lucy Stanley. one OF Lau-
rens county's most popular young ladies' DR..
Macarthur was one of the most popular young
dentists in this section. He graduated several
years ago In the Atlanta Dental college. He
leaves a wife mother, father and several broth
ers and sisters TO mourn his death. The In
terrTnent took place at the old Stanley buryfng
ground about ten miles from Dublin.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1902-10-06
FOURTEEN MEN ARE
DEAD IN MINE TRAGEDY

SEATTLE, Wash, Oct. "A special to
The Times from Black Diamond. Wash,
says:
Fourteen men were working in the
fourth level on the southside of the Law
son mines, between 10 and IL o'clock last
Wednesday night when an explosion OF
fire damp occurred.
All are supposed to have been killed
Five bodies have been taken out.
A special train is leaving Seattle with
the coroner and physicians. The Law
son mines are the property of the Pacific
railroad.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1902-10-06
FAMINE IN STOCK CARS
CAUSE LOSS OF LIVESTOCK

DENVER. Col. Oct s.-The News says to-
day.
The tremendous demand for stock cars with
which 20 move live stock from the present
scantv ranges OF the west 70 points where food
can be had for the winter has created a con-
ditiOn in the live stock markets OF the west
never before known and one that r. causing
great loss and Inconvenience 20 stock owners
In Denver the market has been almost para
lyKed by the inability OF the railroads 70 sun
ply cars and prices have been steadily declin-
ing. principally because OF the same reason.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1902-10-06
BIG JAPANESE LOAN
WILL SOON BE FL0ATED

LONDON. Oct. 2.-The report that
japanese loen is to be fioated is confirm
ed The Barring Brothers. the Hong Kong
and Shanghai bank and the Yokohama
Specie bank viii issue next week $25. 000,-
600 Japanese consolidated bonds bearing
per cent interest. They probably viii be
issued at par.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1902-10-06
CONGRESSMAN UNDERWOOD
SURE OF REELECTION

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. Oct. 3.-Congress-
man o. w. Underwood. the Democratic
candidate for the position again, and j.
C. Millar. the Republican candidate, will
send a joint letter TO those in authority
asking for the appointment Of equal repre-
sentation at the various boxes In the
ninth district. Fair and honest elections
are desired by both sides. Congressman
Underwood feels confident that he is go
ing 10 defeat his opponent by an over
whelming majority.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1902-10-06
GARDNER KILLS SON;
BADLY BEATS HIS WIFE

sAULT STE MARIE. Ont. oct. a.
Noah Hale. a market gardener. living six
miles from here. today shot and killed
his son Frank and badly injured his wife.
beating her over the head with the butt
of the gun with which he had Just
killed his son.
The murderer then fed to the woods.
whittier officers and a posse pursued him.
About noon a shot was heard from the
forest and II is thought Hale has COM
mitted suicide. Domestic quarrels led TO
the tragedy.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1902-10-06
DR.. LANE, OF MACON, AGED
MINISTER, is DEAD

MACON. Ga, oct. 3.-Rev. L. B. Lane.
aged II years. and probably the oldest
minister in the south Georgia Methodist
conference, died at his home on Pierce
avenue, Vineville. Wednesday. He was at
one time agent for the South Georgia
Methodist Orphanage home. The funeral
occurred from the Vineville church at 10
o'clock this morning. The enterment was
at Riverside The pail bearers were the
trustees of the home.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1902-10-06
BIG INCREASE OF SALARY
ISDECLINED BY ANDREWS

LINCOLN. Neb.. Oct. 2.-Chancellor E.
Benjamin Andrews will remain at the
head of the University Of Nebraska at
his original salary of 5000 a year. Last
summer when it was reported that Wis
consin had proffered the presidency at
Madison to DIR. Andrews, the Nebraska
regents advanced his salary to $4,000. The
chancellor has sent a letter to the regents
declining to accept the increase, giving
as his reason his knowledge that economy
is necessary in the management Of the
university.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1902-10-06
POPULATION IN PANIC
FLEES FROM EARTHQUAKE

LONDON, oct. "A special dispatch
from Rome today announces that viO-
lent earthquake was felt last night at
TERM. about fifty miles from here. The
inhabitants were panic stricken and fed
t. open spaces. A number of houses were
damaged, but there was no loss Of life.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1902-10-06
SISTER or PRESIDENT
HAS BEEN GIVEN A VOTE

NEW YORK. Oct Mrs. Annie Roosevelt
CowleE. wife % Commander ". s. Cowles 4.
81 n. and sister OF President Roosevelt. has
beer admitted as an eiector BY the board OF
select men q Farmington. SAYS a Hartford.
Conn dispatch 20 The World Mrs. Cowies can
now vote on school matters in Pennington.
where she lives when not IN Washington Local
woman sunraEists believe the action Of the
presidert's sister win greatly aid their cause.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1902-10-06
c. {. Mahoney Dies.

WAYCROSS. Ca. Oct. 2.-G. E. Mahoney
OF Tampa. Fla. died at the hospital here yes
terday afternoon. He was about thirty years
old and held an important position with the
Atlantic Coast Line az Tampa. He leaves a
father ard mother. Mr.. and Mrs. NJ r. Ma
honey. His remains were carried 70 Melrose,
Fla. this morning and win be buried there
tomorrow.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1902-10-06
Rear Admiral Wise at Florida Port.

PENSACOLA. Fla, Oct. 3.-Rear Adj
miral William Wise arrived and has as
sumed command of Pensacola navy yard.
The place was turned over to him with
great naval formality at eight o'clock
The navy department has ordered the
cruiser Wasp here for use by Admiral
Wise in visiting fortificatiOns on gulf
coast and Lieutenant James has gone
TO Norfolk to bring the vessel here. As
signment of a rear admiral here Is re-
garded as a matter Of much Importance
to Pensacola naval station.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1902-10-06
Killed His Wife.

CARROLLTON, Ga, Oct. 2.-Three miles
west of Temple, this county, an inhuman muir
der occurred yesterday. Will Duke, a negro,
became engaged in a row with his wife and
shot her through the heart with a pistol. in
stantly killing her. Her mother was present
at the shooting. No arrest has been made.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1902-10-06
snow EaIIs in GermanY.

BERLIN. Oct. 2.-Snow fell today at
Hanover, Hildeshim, Wernigerode, and in
the Harz mountains, accompanied by
heavy wind storms. The temperature at
Hanover fell to 2S degrees Fahrenheit.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1902-10-06

The action Of the Mercer faculty was in
effect that the college was ready to agree
to anything reasonable and agreeable to
the other institutions belonging to the
association.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
SENATOR HALE.

range that senators went back in their references to the days of the Revolu- tionary war to seek illustrations for their arguments. While no action was possible at this time, it is likely the discussion upon the measures, should they be reported, will be very lively. No business of special importance was transacted, the time of the senate be- ing consumed by matters of routine.
 After the adjournment of the senate MT. Hale said the naval reserve bills introduced by him had been presented by request of persons interested in such legislation. In the same manner he had introduced bills representing both the navy departments views and that of individuals or organizations on the question of a naval reserve. He personally, however, did not stand committed to any of them, and he questioned whether any satisfactory results would come from them.
 The house passed the pension appro- priation bill, which has been under dis cussion for three days, and then ad- journed until Saturday. The resolution prepared by the special committee on the Mckinley memorial exercises pro- viding for an address by Secretary of State John Hay in the hall of repre- sentatiyes Feb. 27 was adopted.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
HEARD IN PASSING


 Prince Henry of Prussia will attend the launching of the kaiser's yacht and will afterwards visit Washington. He will bring with him a number of young officers, the elite of the German navy, and the best German band.
 Francis Blanchard, good roads en- thusiast, argues that good roads would greatly increase the advertising pat ronage Of the country weeklies. By making it easier for the farmers to get to town. they would make it more profitable for the merchants to adver- tise.
 If the postal laws which govern sec ond class matter were properly admin istered it would mean q saving to the government of $25,O00O0O annually. This amount would come from the men who spend their money so liberally in the maintenance of lobby in Wash ingtOn to prevent such proper admins tration of the law.
 According to reliable statistics but 5 per cent of the pupils enrolled in the primary grades of the Chicago public schools ever reach the high schools. and yet, when. faced by presumed necessity of retrenchment. the school board proposes to close the evening schools and reduce the length of the school term. Is there not some ground for the fear that the public school sys- tenn Is becoming top-heayy?
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16

money and jewelry which madame was carrying. The dentist was un- able to catch the thief, but had time to distinguish his features, though he never expected to see him again.
 By curious coincidence, however, the thief came to the dentist day or two later to have his teeth attended to. Dr. Rousseau, concealing his as- tonishment, asked him to take a seat, as it would be necessary to take an impression of the jaw, and this he immediately proceeded to do. When the dentist considered that the plas- ter was sufficiently solid he calmly explained to the helpless thief that he was at his mercy and had better follow him quietly to the police sta- tion. The man wildly gesticulated, but finding that his wide open mouth was imprisoned by solid block of plaster of paris, he consented to go to prison.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16

There seems to be little doubt, says an exchange, that the chief opposition to the construction of the canal now emanates from Senator Allison and Representative Cannon, chairmen of the appropriation committees of the senate and house respectively. Both of these gentlemen express themselves as aghast at the amount of money which the enterprise will require. Mir Cannon said yesterday: "The United States is a rich country and can well afford to undertake any enterprise which will make for it's material well fare, but that is not saying that 1t should enter into a vast undertaking of this nature without a most careful consideration of the prospective bene- fits and the most accurate estimates obtainable as to the eventual cost" Beyond that statement he refuses to express an opinion.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
LIVELY DISCUSSION.
Senator Hale Opposes Naval
 Reserve Organization.
HIS VIEWS VIGOROUSLY ATTACKED.
Senator From Maine Explains His Position--The House Fixes Date For the Mckinley Memorial
 Services as Feb. 27.

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16--A spirited discussion was precipitated in the sen ate yesterday by some remarks sub mitted by MT. Hale (AIe) in respect to bills relating to the formation of a na- val reserve which he introduced. He took strong ground against the organi- zation of naval reserve, his com ments being construed by some of the senators into q reflection upon volun- teer soldiers and land militia. Half a dozen senators were on their feet in an instant to defend the volunteers and the national guard of the various, states, and the debate took so wide a
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16

A number of the reformers present In the constitutional convention seem to be certain that very little can be done in the way of changing the repre- sentation, and yet they go on speech making and taking up valuable time which costs good money. If it is i'm possible to do that for which the con vention was called the sooner the speech-maEing is ended and the mem bers return home the better it will be all around. Why waste time on the rural members if they have already made up their minds how they are going to vote?
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
THURSDAY. JANUARY 1e, 1902.
With .Germany making every effort

With Germany making every effort to secure the good will of the United States, with the representative men of Antwerp toasting the president, and with Russia and Great Britain striv- ing to prove that they are great and good friends" of this government, there is no reason, providing she holds herself aloof from the entangling alli- ances against which Washington warned her, why the United States should not have plain sailing.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
Minister to Korea wants New House

Minister to Koren Wants New House.
 WASHINGTON. Jan. 16.-S Secretary Hay has sent to the house of represent ntives request for legation building at Seoul, Korea, to cost $4O,OO0. A let ter from Minister Allen which accom- panies the request presents some inter-
 esting and amusing facts. He says that the ceilings of the present quarters are 6 feet inches from the floor, while he is feet ? inches tall. When he stands at the front door, his silk hat touches the caves. He says our quar- ters are disgrace to the country and that this is emphasized by the hand some buildings of other governments.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
More Wealth Than sense.

A coy maiden of 73, with more wealth than sense. resident of Johnsville, N. Y, advertised for a matrimonial partner, and began a cores spondence with a man of 45 in Omaha. They agreed to be married, and she went to his home with the expectation of wed- ding him there. He insisted that be- fore the ceremony she should transfer most of her property to him. She re- fused, and returned to her home a dis appointed old lady.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16

When the Waterbury reporters tried to pin AIr Bryan down to specified and uneyasive answers to financial inter- rogations, they found that the pin wouldn't work.-Hartford Post.
 It takes more than q pin, whether gold or silver, TO hold MT Bryan. He can be evasive when necessary, and he finds it very necessary now and then rather than go into a long inter view with every reporter that feels called upon to interview him.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
REMARKABLE CURE OF GROUP
A Little Bows Life Saved

I have few words to say regarding Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It saved my little boys life and I feel that I cannot praise it enough. 1 bought botte of it from A. E. Sheere. of Goodwin, $. D., and when 1 got home with 1t the poor baby could
 hardly breathe, I gave the medicine as directed every ten minutes until he 'threw up" and then I thought sure he was going to choke to death. We had to pull the phlegm out Of his mouth in great long strings. l am positive that if l had not got that bottle of cough medicine, my boy would not be on earth to-day.-Joel Demont, Inwood
 Ia. For sale by all druggists.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
NnTARIEs pnRILG

A. F. Abbott, of the real estate firm of Abbott x Parker, shows comc1is- sions as notary public from each gov ernor of Connecticut from William \. in 1864, down 10 the pres ent time. He naturally rrizes the au- tographs. Both Mir Abbott and NIT Parker are now notaries and are at convenient command for conveyancing and other notarial services.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
DEMOCRAT POINTERS.
BEWAREs HOW YOU BUYi

There are hundreds of suits and ov- ercoats which are carried over season to season until they are often moth eaten before sold. Don't you be fooled into buying such goods, for they are not cheap Before buying see my samples. They are all new goods, at prices, made to measure and made to fit" John Eccles, 65 Bank street.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
ALMSHOUSE SUPPLIES.

Sealed proposals for supplying the almshouse with meat, bread and dressed fish, for three months from February 1st, 1902, will be received by the Board of Commissioners of Public Charities until Saturday, January 18th, 1902, at o'clock p. III.
 By order of the
 BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF
 PUBLIC CHARITIES.
 Attest: THOMAS F. M'MAHON, 1-15-2 Clerk.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
DENTIST AS DEFECTIVE.
Parisian Tooth Carpenter Renders a Thief Helpless and Takes Him
 to Police Station.

If Paris is prolific in producing thieves, it also is most fruitful in ex- pedients for catching them. Dr. Ros- seau, dentist living in the Rue des Afartyres, has adopted novel and amusing method. Dr. Rousseau and his wife were walking on the boule- yard a few days ago when a young
 man snatched handbag containing
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
ARE YnII 4 rnvER

Of art? If so, call around to the new and up-to-date store of Dalton & Co, and exaniine their stock of fine goods. A visit to this store will be sure to repay you, as they have many pretty articles at very small cost. Cut flowers and floral pieces. Prichard building, corner Bank and Grand streets.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
HAVE Ynu sKz,rEsa

We have q most complete line of skates of every description, the Wins low and Union Hardware goods spe- cialty, and car loads of sleds. Wealth CT strips that will keep you warm. Sporting goods. Courteous treatment and low prices. F. J. Bolan, 90 to 94 Bank street.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
COLD WEATHER GOODS

cts of every quality from $1.oO to Ss 0s. giush robes in many styles, S2.00 to Sle.oO Fur robes from the cheapest to the best. Gloves for driving, Workingmen, motormen. o5c up. James Dick. 6S-70 Grand street.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
A NEW AMUSEMENT

That every hone should have. The Rurrowes portable billiard and pool table, with balletto, golf and teipin outfits. They are perfect in action and will furnish hours of enjoyment; $lo to $27. complete. The Victor Talk ing Machines will interest you also. E. H. Towle. B Center street.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
FOR MAKING PICTURES.

Fresh supplies of plates. films pa pers and developers are received weekly at Lakes drug store. Have you seen pictures made with the Brownie camera? They are fine. The camera all ready to use, with develop ing printing outfit complete, costs only $1.90.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
YOIIR REST GIpI.

Do you remember how very much disappointed she was when the snow did not last for that sleigh ride you promised her? Don't keep her wait Ing for a ride. Our teams are the best in town. We have careful drivers if you want one. Louck's Stables, 46 Spring street. Phone 605-2.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
THEY ARE REAuTIEnI.

We have the very popular burlap and tapestries, in fifty different shades. They are beautiful and very reasona- Die in price. We do all kinds of .n- terior and exterior decorat ting at req sonable prices. Let us estimate your work. 4. K. Taylor & Go, 146 Grand street.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
RED HOT sTuFT

There is a great difference in the quality e coal. Good coal gives more heat, burns longer and has Icss waste than cheap stuff. We sell notn- ing but the good kinds. Lehigh or Lacbawanna is the best your money can buy. Frank Miller & Go, II South Main street.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
ITS LIP TO YOU

To fortify and build up your sys tenn. Ebbs' Beef, Iron and Wine is the best tonic at this season of the year. Strength and nerve are essen tial to ward off the grippe. Price 5Oc pint bottle. Ebbs, the druggist, East Main and Cherry streets.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
HARMONY CIGARS.

This is cigar that will interest you if you are q smoker. It is long, clear filler and a Connecticut broad leaf wrapper. The kind your wife will let you smoke in the house and it only costs 5c straight. Cannon & Webster, druggists, 105 Bank street.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
WE GAN SATISFY ALT.

That although we have never claimed to sell cheaper than anybody in the business, We can and do sell a grade of goods that is not cheap, but at as low price as the lowest for the same grade of goods. Call and be convinced.
 Sanderson's Market, corner North Main and Grove streets.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-16
A FINE INVESTMENT.

We have four new family houses, good location, on North Willow street; will sell at $1.000 less than can he built to-day. Will cost you more in the spring. A good investment. See iey-Upham Co, builders. AS South Will low street.