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Newport weekly independent., 1902-06-13
Mysterious Killing.

A dispatch from Pine Bluff tells of a gruesome tragedy which was enacted near Montrose, a small town in Ashley county. Parties from Montrose, while passing through 6 stretch of woods about a half mile from Montrose, came across a new made grave. There was no grave yard in miles of the secluded spot and speculation became rife in the party as to the identity of the grave. It was marked by no tomb stone, not even board slab. The suspicious of some were aroused and the discovery reported in Mon trose. Investigation was set about, and the grave was robbed of its dead by the proper officials. The discov- cry astounded every one. In the grave was found the remains of a journeyman painter, Frenchman, who was known in the community. An examination of the remains fol- lowed, and the cause of his death was shown Several gaping bullet wounds were discovered. After careful investigation into the trag- edy d clew was found of sufficient value to cause the arrest of B. F. Newton, a merchant of Montrose, for the murder, and Dr. NickeIberry of the same place for accessory. Both were lodged in jail, and New ton confessed to the murder, say ing that the deed was committed in seIf-defense. He also exonerat- ed NickeIherry from any connection with the tragedy.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-06-13
May Visit the Springs.

In response to communication from the Business Mems League in- viting President Roosevelt to visit Hot Springs on his southern tour this fall, the following reply has been received: aExecutive Man sion, Washington, D. C., June 4, 1902-To Secretary Cooley, Busi- ness Mems League: Dear Sir Your favor of the 2d inst. has been received and in the presidents be- half I beg to thank you for the cor dial invitation you extend to him on behalf of the citizens of Hot Springs, Ark. No plans for vest ern trip; give your wishes full con- sideration later on, assuring you that your thoughtfuIness and cour- tesY are appreciated.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-06-13
BRIEF MENTION.
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All railroads have agreed to a rate of one fare for the round trip to the republican state convention St Little Rock June 25 and 26.
 James Osted, a visitor from For dyce, was found dead in his room at Hot Springs. He was a sufferer from consumption.
 Below is list of losses from B recent fire at Newark: John Mar tin, $5,0o0 stock, total loss, insured for $2 400; w. T. Magness, s5,o0o stock, insured for s1,900, total loss; Griffith < Morrow, s10,00o stock, insured for $5,00o, total loss.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-06-13
Christian Church Convention.

At the annual state convention of the Christian church held at Hot Springs last week, Dr. Mcconnell of Hot Springs was elected presi- dent of the missionary board for the next year. Nessrs. John Fetch CT, E. Meek, J. N. Jessup, Alex c. Hull, T. O. Rowland, B. E. Da- vidson (FayetteviIIe) and E. T. Edmondson (Fort Smith) were elected as the executive committee. A committee of five, consisting of Merrs. Davidson, chairman. N. NJ. Ragland (Fayetteville), Edmond son, Fletcher and Hull, was ap- pointed for the purpose of consid- erlng plans for the establishment of Bible chair in the state univer- sity, also for the education of min- isters. A preachers institute was organized by the ministers at the convention.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-06-13
Deaf Mute Graduates.

The commencement exercises at the State Deaf Mute Institute closed on the evening of the Sd inst. There were two graduates, Miss Ella Pollard of Amity, Clark county, and MT. Davis of Waldo, Columbia county. Gov. Davis pre- sented the diplomas with appro- priate remarks. Mir. c. D. James of the charitable board presented the following with medals: Best all-round pupil, Jane Johns, medal by Chas. s. StiFtr; exceILency in art, Clara TurtcheLI medal by Miss Blake best class work and conduct, Fanny Hunter; medal by Miss Ste Phan; best on fancy work, Lora Henderson; medal by Miss Abbott :; best in sewing, Abby Moore; medal by Miss Abbott.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-06-13
To C0nrinue Investigation.

During the coming summer the United States geological survey will continue the study of the lead and zinc fields in northern Arkansas. This work will be under the charge of George I. Adams, assistant geoI- ogist, who will be assisted by A. H. Perdue, of the Arkansas state uni- versity, and by Ernest r Burchard In this investigation an attempt will be made to describe all the camps of that important section, and in particular will include a careful survey of the territory cov- cred by the government topographic map sheet known as the YeIlVilIe quadrangle, which includes most of Marion and parts of Boone, New ton and Searcy counties. This work will be a continuation of the study of the Ozark lead and zinc region, which includes northern Arkansas. upon which preliminary report of Baine and Adams was issued ia the last annual The result of the work will be report upon the zinc field of northern Arkansas. togeth- CT with a geologic folios, issued by the geological survey, in giving an accurate geological description of the region, Illustrated by maps showing the topography and also the surface, economic and structur- al geologic features.
 The North Arkansas miners as- sociation will make complete ex- hibIt of zinc and lead at the worlds fair.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-06-13
Tragedy at Fayetteville.

Miss Ella Boatwright was shot and fatally wounded at Fayetteville by Mrs. Fannie Moorehouse. The shooting occurred in Brooks drug store. This was the second attempt of Mrs, Moorehouse on the life of Miss Boatwright Jealousy is SUD- posed to have been the cause of the tragedy.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-06-13
Looking Into Combines.

Attorney General Murphy caused d decided sensation at Little Rock by making the following statement relative to an organization which has branches all over the state: T think that the Retail Gr0cers' Asso- citation of Little Rock Is an unIaw- full combination to raise prices, but the facts are not sufficiently in my possession to warrant the institu- tion of proceedings at this time. Moreover, the legislature placed no fund at my disposal for the investi- gation or discovery of offenses of this character. I have to depend on what | can learn from those who are willing to give the information voluntarily. I think it will not be long till I will have obtained even in this way enough to justify the in- stitution of suits This association is not the only combination for rais- ing prices, to which I am seeking to give attention. When I get enough evidence to sustain suits I shall bring them, but 1t would be worse than idle to sue when, for want of evidence, failure Is inevitable.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-06-13
VltIuabIe Minerals.

 United States geological survey, has issued the following bulletin on aluminium and beauxite, which will be of interest to Arkansansi
 AIuminum-The production of aluminium in the United States during 1901 amounted to 1,150,000 pounds, an increase of 1,150,000 pounds over the year 1900. The Pittsburg Reduction Company, op- erating the Hall patents, remains still the sole producer of aluminium in this country The price of alum mum per pound remained practical ly stationary throughout the year, although the demand for the metal increased. The total imports of all forms of aluminium in 1901 were valued at S109, ,748, as compared with $50 +44 in 1900
 Bauxite-Georgia produced the bulk of the bauzite in 1901, the re- mainder being supplied by Alabama and Arkansas. The total production was fS,9O5 long tons, valued at ST9,91+, as compared with 23,18+ tons, valued at S89,616 in 1900. Bauxite Is used mainly for the man. ufacture of aluminium, although q considerable quantity Is used for the manufacture of aluminium suIphate and crystaIlized alum. The Pitts burg Reduction Company Is in- staIling large plant at BauZite, Saline county, Arkansas, which promises to increase largely the output from Arkansas in 1903 The import of bauxite into the United States during 1901 amounted to 67,111 the exports were valued at $300,000, and the consumption seems to have been 39.658 long tons, valued at S151,262. The imports in 1901 were 18,313 long tons, as conl- pared with 8,656 tons for the pre- ceding year, an increase due mainly to the low ocean freight rates from foreign ports. This low freight rate caused bauxite to be delivered, duty included. from the south of France at New York. Philadelphia and Baltimore at a lower rate per ton than 1t cost to ship 1t from Georgia or Alabama to PhiIadeI- phia. The principal commercial salts of aluminium are aluminium sulphate and crystaIlized alum, for the manufacture of which bauxite and Greenland cryoIite are used. The Pennsylvania Salt Company possesses the exclusive privilege of importing cryolite into North and South America. Tn 1901 the pro- ductiOn of aluminium sulphate was 7+,721 short tons, and that of crys- taIlized alum was 7,755 tons.
 James Greenway, of Hot Springs, was recently married at Pittsburg, Pa, to Miss Louder, d niece of Andrew Carnegie. Mir. Carnegie's gift to the bride was d check for $1,0o0,0o0. Mir. Greenway and an older brother fought through the Spanish war in Cuba with Roose- velt's regiment, The couple were make Hot Springs their home.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-06-13

The Audubon society of Illinois will prosecute all milliners who sell bird pIumage for millinery pur- poses.
 A mob bent on Iynching a negro prisoner in jail at Hattiesburg, Miss, was repuIsed by company of militia.
 Capt. Hobson, of Merimac fame, has decided to enter politics in Ala bama,. and will be candidate for the state senate.
 4 suburban street car at St. Louis collided with a freight train and not one of the ffty-two passengers escaped injury, though none were killed.
 At the recent state election in Or egon Geo. E Chamberlain, demo- crat, was elected governor by d pIu- raIity of 2,100. The republicans elected the remainder Gf the ticket, also the legislature.
 Chas. M. Schwab, head of the steel trust, has selected his brother, Joseph, for the presidency of the American Steel Founders Com- pany, an auxiliary concern, at saI- ary of S50,00o per year.
 The Philippine government bill, as passed by the senate, approves the action of the president in creat- ing the Philippine commission and the officers of civil government and governor of the islands and author lzes the governor and vice governor to exercise the powers of govern- ment, as directed by executive or der. Future appointments of the government or vice governor shall be made by the president, with the advice and consent of the senate. The ''bilI of rights" of the United States constitution are applied to the Philippine islands, with the ez- ception of the right to bear arms and the right of trial by a jury.
 The statistician of the United States department of aUric77It71rn pe- inmates the total area planted in cotton at about three-tenths of one per cent less than the acreage plant ed last year On the basis of the acreage figures published on May 31 of last year, this would give an acre. age for the year of 1902-03 of about 21, 100000 The average condition of the growing crop on May 26 was 95.1, as compared with 815 on May 26 of last year, 82.5 on June 1, 1900, 85.7 on June 1, 1899, and q ten years average of S6. Only twice within period of 21 years, namely, in 1887 and 1896, has the average condition on June 1 as high as the condition now reported. In the former year 1t was 96.9, and in the latter 97,2 The condition by states Is as follows North Carolina, 91; South Carolina, 97; Georgia, 94; Flop.da, 100; Alabama, 92 |; Mis- sissippi, 94; Louisiana, 96 Texas, 95 :; Arkansas, 100; Tennessee, 100 j; Oklahoma, 96 Indian Territory, g9.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-06-13

L. c. Street, a stock dealer, was fatally shot at Morrilton by J. H. Bunker, a barber. The difficulty grew out of a dispute over the price of a COW.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-06-13
NEWS OF ARKANSAS.
Dr. Andrew Hunter.

old man, father of Arkansas Meth odisn1, passed away at the home of his son in Little Rock on the
 Sd inst. Dr. Hunters last illness
 dated from May 10, when he sus- tained 4 severe shock from q fall in alighting from street car. No man
 within the history of the state was
 more reyered by both saint and sln-
 her than this self-sacriicing, noble
 Christian man. Dr. Hunter was born in Belenlona, county of An- trim. Ireland, December 26, 1913, of Scotch parents. When but two years of age be was brought to this country, his parents settling at
 York, Pa, where he grew to man. hood. Dr. Hunter received com-
 mon school education, but was the graduate of no college. In 1883 he ioined the Methodist church. Two years later he left the home of his youth, taught school in Missouri for short time, and in 1886 was or- dained a minister at the first Arkan- sas conference, held at Batesvllle.
 At the time 1t was organized the Arkansas conference extended from the Missouri border to the Attaka- pas country, in Louisiana, and from the Mississippi river to Bonham, Tex, and embraced the five civilized Indian tribes. It was divided into four districts, and a presiding elder managed to get over his district about once in three months. Dr. Hunter was ordained d deacon at Fayetteville in 1889, and the follow ing year made an elder at Little Rock. In 1858 he settled in Saline county, and in 1842 the conference assigned him to the district en- bracing Hempstead county, which extended from Red river to the Mississippi. In 18+3, during his ministrations, old Liberty camp ground, in Saline county, so long famous for its annual Methodist reunions, was established, and Dr. Hunter preached at the first gath ering. From 1854 to 1859 he was Bible agent for the Little Rock con- ference. He was also at different times presiding elder of the Little Rock, Batesville, Camden, Arkadel- phia and Pine Bluff districts. In 1s44 Dr. Hunter was one of the three delegates sent from Arkansas to attend the conference at New York that divided the church, and out of the 800 delegates present there he survivedaII but one. He has continuously been a delegate to the general conference since that time. During the civil war his reputation had spread so far that he was aI- lowed to continue his work without nnolestation. Tn 1866 he was elect ed state senator for Dallas and Bradley counties and was elected president of the senate when that body met. In 1866 he was also elected, together with John T.
 Jones of Phillips, to the United States senate, but refused to take the oath exacted of southern men seeking seats in that body, and never went to Washington. Hon.
 A. H. Garland took his place in stead. In 1872 he partially con- sented to run for governor against Baxter. About this time he opened a camp-meeting in Bradley county and became SO enthused with his work that he conceived q sudden dis inclination to re-enter politics. He accordingly sent word to she poli- ticians at the state capital that he could not make the race.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-06-13
NEWS OF THE WORLD.

Gen. Gomez has declined to &C., cePt pension of $6,0o0 voted by the Cuban legislature.
 At a mass meeting of democrats Tn Memphis Hon. Richard OIney was endorsed for the presidency.
 President Roosevelt has been pe- tItloned to appoint commission to investigate and if possible settle the coal miners strike.
 Senator Hanna spoke. for three hours m opposition to the Nicara- guam canal route and in favor of the Panama route.
 James, Black, one of three negroes who murdered d young married wo- man near Columbia, S C., was talk en from jail by mob and hanged
 On the Sd inst. the town of Joliet, Ill, was flooded by d cIoudburst, and the property loss Is placed at $750, GOO. Three people were drowned.
 Western Union and Postal tele- graph operators are said to be pre- pairing to demand an increase of wages and readiustment of hours.
 Miss Stone, the missionary cap- tured by Bulgarian brigands, has been sued for $20,000 damages by lecture bureau for alleged failure to carry out contract.
 The Chicago packing house team sters won a partial victory after one of the most exciting contests known among labor strikes. For days rl0ting was continuous and the otfi- cers were unable to handle the mobs.
 There Is a possibility that an American battleship will be sent to Venezuela to enforce the collection of sum of money due d Texas man from that government. The clai- nant Is Ford Dix or San Antonio, who claims that the government named unlawfully deprived him of q valuable herd of cattle some, five or six years ago
 The Boer-British war which is now at an end lasted for two years and seven months. At the outset the total fighting force of the Boers was estimated at less than SO. 900. The total number of British troops engaged in the conflict from begin- ming to end was half d million. The British lost 1,065 officers, 21,142 men and sent home invalided 3,030 officers and r0,952 men. At the close of the war the fighting strength of the Boers was reduced to about 5000 men, while 10000 had been taken prisoners and confined at St. Helena, Bermuda and in the Cape. The number of Boers dead will nev- CT be definitely known, neither will the world be accurately informed of the financial cost to the Burghers It Is conservatively estimated it cost England $1.25O, 100000 to sub- due the two Dutch republics. By the terms of the treaty of pence the Boers gain restoration of farms to the condition they were in before the war; restoration of confscated property, remuneration for property destroyed and stock taken. equal rights of citizenship and suffrage with the British, and revocation of the punishment order. On the oth- CT hand the British subjects gain equal rights of suffrage with the Boers, which they did not enjoy be- fore war was declared. and the Boers lose their independence and the South African republic and Or ange Free State become crown colo nies of Great Britain The terms which the Boers accepted are, on the whole, less liberal, and their future rights and privileges are more strict lY curtailed than in the offers of
Evening bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1895-1912, 1902-10-30
YOUNG coRBETT's CHALLENGE

Chicago, Oct. 2l.-ln regard to Young
Corbett's challenge to Jimmy Britt,
Joe Humphreys, who is looking after
the interests of Terry McGovern dur
ing his stay in Chicago, said tonight:
IF Britt will make 1928 pounds, ring
side, Terry will guarantee TO stop him
In eight rounds, and II Corbett will
make this same weight Terry will
guarantee to stop him in ten. II Britt
Is unwilling to make the match, Terry
will match Eddie Cain against him at
any weight from 1856 TO l3S. and beat
him in fifteen rounds or forfeit the
purse"
Johnny Regan, who Is under Hum
.phreys' management, is to be matched
with Harry Forbes for the bantam
championship. Mr.. Humphreys states
that he will post $1,000 with the sport
ing editor of the Chicago American as
guarantee of good faith. The weight
Is to be Ito pounds, the bantam limit.
Regan also wishes to challenge the
winner of the Eddie Hanlon- McFadden
fight for battle in Frisco, where he
Will go In company with the McGovern
party, but would prefer to get fight
with Abe Attell at 1l@ to 1872 pounds.
Evening bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1895-1912, 1902-10-30
BEREIAN|AS WIN OUT
CUNRA AND ELST0N NOW
CHAMPIONS IN DOUBLES
PACIFIC MEN NOT IN GOOD FORM
AND COULD DO NOTHING
WITH THEIR oPPo.
NENTS.

There was a very large attendance at
the tennis match on the courts Of the
Pacific Tennis Club yesterday after
noon when the champions Of the recent
tournament in doubles fought against
Dillingham; and Roth. the champions Of
the last tournament.
The Pacific Tennis Club men-Dill-
against Cunha and Elston on account
of a lack of practice. The latter were
in the very best condition on account OF
constant work on the courts and when
they finished the three sets, were ap.
parently as fresh as when they first
started in.
The result was never in doubt for one
minute after the first two or three
games. Dillingham; and Roth fought
calamity but their opponents were too
many for them. The first set went to
the Beretania men by score of GO.
In the second set. the Pacific men
took a brace and played for all they
were worth to make up the advantage
that had been gained by their oppo'
nents. They did so well that they
climbed up to 5-all and then the Bere-
tania men got in and took the next
two games. winning this second set by
score Of IS.
In the third set Is was seen very
plainly that Roth was tired out. He
could not stand the swift play and the
Pacific men were doomed. The Bere-
/ tanias got in and won out easily by a
i score Of GO. so that Cunha and Elston
are now holders OF the silver cups that
go to the winners of the invitation dou-
bles tournament.
1t will be remembered that a few
days ago, Elston succeeded in wrestling
the laurels in singles from Frank Ath-
erton so that he for one has gained
two big victories. The championship
in singles and doubles has therefore
been transferred from the Pacific to the
Beretania Tennis Club and some very
hard work will have TO be done by the
scarlet and navy blue men to win back
the honors.
Evening bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1895-1912, 1902-10-30

the hardships and privations enforced
on US by law and love OF fellow man:
we urge you all not % vote for Wilcox
WHO has a selfish heart. When he ar
rived here he said Il want to turn you
over to the Federal Government so as
to save the 100000 that is now being
given for your support. and mainten-
ance; and further that If that fact is
accomplished why the United States
will buy Molokai outright for SIC, OOO,-
900 which would benefit you all; (the
community at large) because of that
large amount Of money"
1t is to you CPublicJ to Judge and
think of this whether in II lies love
or selfishness man toward man. | say
NO" You are all aware that we are
being constantly talked about and for
no other reason than greed OF money;
for the benefit of the general public.
Are you then fellow beings so wrapt up
in the greed of money as to neglect
your duties toward us your fellow be-
ings separated from you for the pur-
pose of sanitation that Hawaii may be
benefited We believe No"
We cannot believe that a day is ap.
preaching when your love for us, your
unfortunates, will cease; never, never!
We therefore plead that If that day is
to be nigh wherein you the public sees
At to shun and neglect us, then 1t be-
comes our duty to ask you that when
that day does come, you will take up
arms and kill us outright; that we
may not see that day of misery come
upon us: and further that we may not
pass over to the malihini and be sup
ported by him.
This is our plea, our cry and prayer
10 you the public, that you use all law
full ways and means whereby that the
name of Wilcox be erased from the
ballots. Vote not for him, who sold us
rs was the Lord but vote for Kalani-
anaole who has said that he does not
want to give us over to stranger to
maintain. And let il appear to all that
he, Kalanlanaole, will tread down Will
cox and his infamous schemes whereby
We will be left free and safe as for
merly We are,
THE COMMITTEE OF 32 APPOINT
ED TO GUARD YOUR WELFARE.
Evening bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1895-1912, 1902-10-30
OUT FOR HOME RULE

II Is understood that the Democrats
have decided to come out for the Home
Rule ticket in toto and to cast aside
any candidates they may have, such
as II. A. Juen and Gardner X. Wilder.
They are looking for a complete vic
tory for the Home Rule party since
the developments in the Public Works
Office, and they do not wish in any
way to stand against Wilcox and the
ticket of the Home Rulers. They feel
that they have been given representa-.
ton on the ticket of the Home Rulrs
and ar satisfied. II is understood that
this action was taken a a meeting held
since the developments of yesterday.