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The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
TRIP TO THE SOUTHLAND.
Party of Prominent Iowans to Make
Journey to Study Condi-
tons There.

Washington, D. c. May 20.-An
Iowa party headed by Secretary Leslie
NJ. Shaw left Washington last evening
as the special guests of Congressman
Charles w. Thompson, who resides on
a large plantation in Alabama, contig-
nous to the Tuskcoges institute of
which Booker T. Washington is presi-
dent.
The members of the party included
Secretary and Mrs. Shaw, Secretary
Wilson, Congressman Rumple, Judge
Smith, Judge Coner and Assistant At
torney General VIM. E. Fuller.
In connection with the Crumpacker
resolution to reduce the representation
of the Southern states in congress Mr..
Thompson has taken a forward stand.
Unable to impress Northern congress
men with his position because, as he
states, of their lack of knowledge of
the situation he conceived the idea OF
inviting a number of them to visit the
South and learn of the conditions there
existing.
A number of other congressman have
been invited an ~daccepted, among
them Congressman Crumpacker of In
diana, the leading spirit in the South
ern investigation scheme and Congress
man Littlefied. the hard hitter, of
Maine. Mr.. Thompson asserts that
when these gentlemen have had even a
passing glimpse of the South as it is
their views concerning what ought to
be done will suffer some change.
The party will forst visit the planta.
ton of Congressman Thompson, then
inspect the Tuskogee institute under
c~haperonage of President Booker T
Washington, then visit the leading cit
les Of Alabama, the trip taking up three
or four days.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
TURNS TOWARD THE LAND.
Luther Latin Mills Would Cure
Economic Ills by C~olonizing
Disconnected OH Farms.

Ann Arbor, Mich, May 20.-Hon.
Luther Latin Mills of Chicago deliv-
cred ar address before the Good Gov
eminent club of the University of
Michigan tonight. His subject was
Back to the Land" which signiied the
magniling and developing of agricul-
ture as a remedy for the many social
ills and a natural and rational means
to human happiness. 1t meant. he said,
going back to nature, thus relieving the
congestion of cities or preventing it's
increase-finding thus an alienation
of poverty and misery, and preventing
or depressing anarchy. He made a
strong plea for popularizing the farm,
urging colonization of the unsatisfied
toilers of crowded communities and
those who have no work. He also AL
yocated judicious federal legislation as
to the disposition and occupancy of the
public lands in the west with provides
for encouraging and aiding, under
proper limitations, of worthy immi-
grants to become farmers.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
HORRORS OF THE CATACLYSM.
Heaps of Decaying Bodies Found by
Searchers in st. Vincent
Island.

Kingstown, May 19.-Most horrifying
details of the condition in Carib coun-
try, where thousands of cattle and hui
man corpses lay in a state of decom-
position for several days, have been re-
yealed. In a small shop opened three
days after the eruption, 81 decaying
corpses were discovered, not one recog-
nizable. In the dwelling of the man
ager of an estate 80 corpses were found
in similar conditions. Other sickening
discoveries have been made.
An abyss 1900 feet deep and 200 feet
wide, which existed between Langley
Park and Rabacci, is filled with lava,
and the physical features of the noun
TAIN on either | d are apparently more
beautiful than before the eruption.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23

are embroidered various patterns, the
materials used being zephyr wool, che
mile and silk. The colors are always
dark, but somberness is avoided by put
ting in here and there patches of red
and blue, which are stitched with silk
thread.
Anyone who has ever done any tap
estry work car easily make one Of these
waistcoats, for not only are the pat
terms similar to those on many tapes
tries, but the stitches used in making
the waistcoats are also practically the
same as those who are used in making
tapestry.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
WATER
Interesting Changes in a North Da'
kota Lake.

Bulletin: One Of the interesting
problems which has come under the no.
tiee of the photographers of the United
States geological survey is the gradual
drying up Of DEVILS lake, in North Da-
kota. DEVILS lake, or Lake Minnewau-
ka, as 1t Is called by the Indians, is the
largest body of water In the state. 1t
belongs to the numerous class of lakes
formed by the great glacial ice sheet on
it's final retreat toward the north. Then
and for some time after, when it was
fed by the heavy rains following the
glacial period, it had an outlet to the
south into the Cheyenne river; and a
we'll marked and empty channel still
remains between the lake and the river.
Long before settlers first came to the
region in 1880, the lake had sunk below
the level of this channel and has since
been without an outlet. Regular OBJ
servations for the last 10 years show
a steady and almost uninterrupted sink
ing of the water. Groves of trees,
which once stood at the beach, are now
separated from it by broad strips OF
sand, and the shallow parts Of the lake,
notably the long arms and bays, have
been left quite dry.
Another important and interesting
feature is the change in the water from
fresh to salt. This has taken place
within the memory Of man, and is in
some particulars producing unfavor-
able results. Fish were found in the
lake in great abundance up to about
1888. Since then they have grown rap
idly less. until now, practically none
are caught.
The United States geological survey
has recently established a bench mark
near the lake, and, under the charge
Of Prof. G. M. Hall Of the state agricul-
tural college, will make careful records
of the fluctuations Of the waters and a
general study of their decline. The
Investigation promises most interesting
results. which may throw some light
upon the climatic conditions of the past.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
Situation at St. Vincent.

London, May 21.-The governor of
the Windward Islands cables from st.
Vincent, to the colonial Office that all
immediate wants have been supplied,
and that he has ordered timber for the
construction of houses through his
majesty's ambassador at Washington
and the governor general of Canada.
We estimated that $3.50 900 will sup
port the sufferers for six months and
re-house them in new localities. The
sufferings of the wounded from burns
are terrible. Sixty deaths occurred in
the hospital.
The wife of Captain Freeman. of the
steamerd Roddam, which escaped from
St. Pierre at the time of the volcanic
outbreak, has received a cable dispatch
from her husband, to the effect that
he is progressing f~avorably, thus dis
posing of the statement that he died on
May 10.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23

waist and puffed sleeves, and over it's
surface at intervals are scattered small
leaves worked in natural silk and gold
thread.
The bottom of the skirt Is finished
with a deep band Of point applique,
worked upon the body net, and through
this border of exquisite lace runs an
embroidered pattern Of silk and gold,
with spangles of pure gold scattered
throughout the design. 1t might we'll
be a robe for royalty.
The gown was originally stolen and
carried into Italy. Later 1t was deposit
ed as collateral security in a bank, and
was not redeemed. In time 1t became
the property of a nephew Of the owner
of the bank, and was by him sold to
Mrs. A. L. Vrooman, of Minneapolis,
whose private collection Of laces is one
of the finest in this country.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
Search for Consul's Body,

Fort de France, Martinique, May II.
United States Consul Ayme and the
officers of the cruiser Cincinnati, with
a guide, searched the St. Pierre ruins
for the body of Consul Prentiss. The
guide positively identified the consul
ate. ana the party found a large guam
tity of table silver bearing the initial
M" Tons of rock will have to be re-
moved before a thorough search can
be made. Searchers found one body,
the sex of which was impossible to de-
termine. The bodies buried beneath the
rock have, it is believed, been reduced
to ashes.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
Astonishing Insurance Figures.

Few people have any idea of the en-
ormity of the insurance business in the
United States. 1t not only exceeds that
of any other country, but is twice as
combined. At the present time there
is in the United States about S12, OOO,-
000, 900 Of life insurance In force, in
Guiding assessment business. This
lei over $3.50 for every man, woman
and child in the country, or $500 for
every family. The annual risks written
by the fire insurance companies are es-
timated at 500, 600, 900, which is $3.50 per
capita, or S1,250 per family. Thus 1t
will be seer that every family in the
country, on an average, has insurance
assets of over $4,000.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23

Washington, D. c., May 21.-Secre-
day of acquainting the nations that
the United States government has re-
deemed its pledge to make free the peo-
pie of Cuba. This was done by cabling
every capital where there is a resident,
either ambassador OF minister for the
United States, of an identical note in
forming our representatives that the
military occupation ceased and that an
Independent government, republican in
form, had been inaugurated there, I'M
der the presidency of Tomas ESTRADA
Palma. The ambassadors and ministers
were instructed to convey this infor-
nation to the government to which
they are accredited.
In the house Representative Hit of
Illinois, sent to the clerks desk the fol
lowing resolution and asked for its i'm
mediate consideration:
Resolved, by the house of represen-
tativeS OF the United States of America
that this house views with satisfaction
and expresses congratulations at the
appearance this day of the Cuban re-
public among the nations of the world"
Inc reaulnS OF the resolution was re-
ceived with applause from all over the
chamber, the galleries joining. The res
olution waS adopted.
President Roosevelt this afternoon
received this ~cablegram:
Havana, May 20-The government
of the island having been just trans
ferred, l as chief magistrate of the
republic, faithfully interpreting the
sentiments of the whole people of
Cuba, have the honor to send you and
the American people, testimony Of our
profound gratitude and the assurance
of enduring friendship, with wishes
and prayers to the Almighty for the
welfare and prosperity of the United
States.
(Signed) PALMA"
President Roosevelt also received
this cablegram from President Loubet
of France, dated Kronstad: cat the
time when the Cuban republic is pro-
claimed under the mighty aegis of the
United States of America, l make it
my duty to offer your excellency my
very sincere fluctuations, and send you
wishes for the prosperity Of the
young republic"
Secretary of War Root cabled con-
ordinations to President Palma
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
MONT PELEE CAUSES SCARE.
Preceded Deadly Eruption Gre
ates Panic.

Fort de France, May 21.-This morn
ing at $50 a thick, heavy cloud, lit
up by flashes Of lightning, and the
rising sun, rose from Mont Pelee. The
people of Fort de France at once be-
came panic-stricken, and, in scant at
tire, rushed excitedly through the
streets. Many Of the inhabitants hur-
riedly embarked on vessels in the har-
bar, and it was with difficulty that they
were eventually treasured.
The phenomenon this morning was
similar to the eruption of May 8, but
not so severe
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
Coronation Fete in Madrid.

Madrid, May 20,-The great military
review in connection with the corona
ton ceremonies was witnessed by a
great crowd. AS King Alfonso passed
down the line the soldiers greeted him
with hearty cheers. Later he viewed
the parade of troops from the grand
stand where his mother was seated. All
branches of the service were repre-
sented in the procession. On the way
greetd with hearty shouts from the peo-
pie of viva elrey" (long live the king.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
IMMENSE PROFIT ON FUND.
Cornell's Endowment Investment in
Wisconsin Lands Realizes Thir-
teen Million Dollars.

Chippewa Falls, Wis, May 21.-
James l.. Gates has closed a deal for
the purchase of all the Cornell Univer-
sity lands remaining in Wisconsin, ag-
gregating Sc 600 acres. The price paid
was $50, 900. In 1886 Ezra Cornell gave
$250,000 to the Cornell University as
an endowment fund which was invest
ed in lands at so cents an acre and
bought 500, 900 acres in Wisconsin. The
university since then has realized over
$13, 900, 900 profit.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
Relief Supplies Ample.

Washington, d. c., May 19.-Secre-
tary of State Hay received a cablegram
from Consul Ayme at Fore de France,
announcing the relief supplies now
aioat are quite sufficient for the Mar
Unique sufferers, and suggesting that
while st. Vincent may be in need public
subscriptions in the United States
should cease Immediately.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
United States Postal Relations.

Washington, May 21.-To continue
the present postal relations between
Cuba and the United States President
Palma of Cuba and Postmaster Cen
eral Payne today issued proclamations,
both of which were promulgated from
this city in accordance with an under
standing reached between them some
weeks ago.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
PASSING OF A WAR VETERAN.
General James Coates, Who Per-
formed Gallant Service in Civil
Conflict, Dies in st. Louis.

st. Louis, May 19.-General James
II. Coates is dead at his home here.
He was appointed captain of the Elev-
enth Illinois infantry by the late gov
ernor Richard Yates, in 161. and was
mustered out a brevet brigadierd gen.
eral by President Johnson for gallant
and meritorious service during the
war.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
Bomb for Austrian Emperor.

London, May 20.-The Chronicles
Buda Pest correspondent says that a
bomb was found in the imperial train
last night ten minutes before the ar
sion should occur about the time of the
emperor's arrival. The greatest secrecy
is observed, and the emperor forbade
the Vienna newspapers mentioning the
affair.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
MARIE ANToNETTE'S 0 w

Exquisite is the lace gown here shown
and of interest not only as an example
Of elaborate handwork, but because 1t
was once owned and worn by that I'M
fortunate queen of France, Marie An
toinette.
The whole fabric of the gown. as we'll
as the decorations upon it, was made
by hand with the needle, and it is al
most as flmy in texture as a cobweb.
1t is made in Empire style, with short
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
Firebug at Peoria.

Peoria, H., May 20.-There is much
excitement owe a number of incendiary
fires. Already barns containing "a
horses have burned. An attempt was
made to burn a livery barn and Go
horses. The mayor has offered $500 re-
ward for the capture of the incendiary.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
WAlSTCOATS OF WORSTED.

Waistcoats of curious construction
are now becoming quite popular with
men in France and England. They are
made of canvas, wool and silk. and may
be worn either indoors or out of doors,
those designed for winter use being
made especially warm.
In every case fine canvas forms the
background or foundation, and on this
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
Overflow on North Coast.

Fort de France, May PA severe
inundation at Basse Pointe, on the
northeast coast of the island, at 2 this
morning, swept away 20 horses and so
other buildings were damaged by flow
ing mud, which has swept over Vallee
de la Riviere. There has been no fur
Their loss of life. Basse Pointe having
been abandoned several days age.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
TO ADJUST STOCK RATES.
Traffic Managers of Western Roads
Meet but Fail to Reach
Agreement.

Chicago, May 21.-A meeting of traf-
fic managers of the Western roads was
held today to consider the readjustment
of the beef and stock rates between Chi
cago and st. Paul and Chicago and the
Missouri river. 1t was decided that the
C~hicago-St. Paul rates must be adjusted
first.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
Infinite Variety.

Mrs. Crabshaw-I made such a splen-
did bargain today.
Mrs. Crawford-What was 1t, dear?
Mrs. Crabshaw-By paying S. to an
employment bureau they agreed to send
me a new servant every two weeks for
a whole year.-New York Sun.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
Demonstration at Charleston.

Charleston, S. c., May 21.-At noon
today the Cuban flag was raised over
the West Indian building at the EXPOSE
ton by the Cuban commissioners, and
the salute of 81 guns was fired in hon.
or of the birth of the republic. Short
speeches were made by the members of
the commission and officials of the eX-
position.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
Belches Forth Cinders.

Fort de France, May 21.-The cloud
which issued from Mont Pelee this
morning was composed of cinders. 1t is
estimated that $1,000 people rushed in
to the streets shrieking and praying.
A tidal wave destroyed a portion of
lie Carbet. A number of inhabitants of
Fort de France embarked on vessels in
the harbor and inteeded to seek refuge
in Guadeloupe.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
Cuban Conference.

Washington, D. c., May 21.-The Re-
publican members of the senate COM
mittee on relations with Cuba had a
conference tonight, but failed to reach
an agreement.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
South Dakota Bank Raided.

Sioux City, Ia, May 21.-A safe of
the bank at Harrison, S. D., was crack
ed by robbers last night. Only 5000 was
secured, as the cash was shipped away
Saturday.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
Great Northern Mercer

West Superior, Wis, May 21.-It Is
announced that the Great Northern will
absorb the eastern Minnesota systems.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
President officiallv Notified.

Washington, D. c.. May 21.-General
Wood tonight officially notified Presi-
dent Roosevelt of the transfer of the
government of Cuba.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
CUBA NOW A REPUBLIC
UNITED STATES FULFILLs ITS
PLEDGE TO ISLAND.

Secretary of State Hay Proclaims
Tidings of the Birth of New Gov
eminent to the World - Cuban
Chief Magistrate Cables Testimon-
ial of Gratitude to Roosevelt
Message from rance.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23

How Mr.. C~arnegie's idea that Great
Britain in the future will form a state
In the American federation must de-
light John BULL -
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23

DR.. Frank Strong, who has been Sc
lected to fill the place Of chancellor Of
the University of Kansas. was born in
central New York and educated chiefly
at Yale university. He became a teach
er at Yale and elsewhere. superinten-
dent of public schools In st. Joseph.
Mo-, and Lincoln, Nebraska, president
is the author of several books and many
magazine articles. and is highly spoken
of as an orator.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23

Mothers will find Mrs. Winslow's
Soothing Syrup the best remedy to use
for their children during the teethiu g
period.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
THE NEWS CONDENSED.
MATTERS OF INTEREST FROM
VARIOUS LOCALITIES.

General Happenings of the Past Few
Days Taken from the Wires and
Condensed to Suit-of Interest to
All Who Wish to Know What Has
Been Going on in This and Other
Countries.
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23
BLOW AT THE COMBINE
INJUNCTION AGAINST THE
PACKERS.

Judge Grosscup in Federal Court at
Chicago Issues Order Upon Petit
ton of the Government-Little OPP
position from the Meat Men-De-
cree Forbids Combination from
Controlling Trade or Raising Price
The professional world. (Columbia, Mo.) 1901-192?, 1902-05-23

CENTRAL N. U.,........No. 12-0a.
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1901-1903, 1902-03-08
BACON SPEAKS
ON THE ANARCHY Bill

Washington, March 6.-At the con
clusion of routine business Senator
Bacon of Georgia, member of the
judiciary committee, discussed the
bill for the protection of the presi-
dent Sasm
1t was, he though, a very grave
question and he did not believe the
measure ought to be passed without
amendment. In view of the recent
calamity in the assassination of the
president the subject Of the pending
bill was a difficult one to discuss. He
paid high tribute to Mckinley, say
ing he was the most "amiable, cour-
ageOus and pleasant man | ever met
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1901-1903, 1902-03-08
TERRIBLE WRECK
ON RAILROAD

ELPASO, Tez,, Earch 7.-The Gal
weston, Harrisburg, and San Antonio
west bound passenger train No was
dltched three miles from Maxon, on the
Ell Paso and Sauderson division, at 3
O'Clock this morning Nine coaches and
the baggage car were burned. Only
one coach escaped which was occupied
by Mr. Ryan and 40 New York CAPT
talists.
Engineer Mast, a native of st. Louis,
and Fireman Harry Bertsch of El Paso
were killed, Conductor Stackwel es-
capped, The train is a smoking heap of
ruins. Many bodies We're bnrned. Fif-
teen dead were reported found at ten
O'Clock, but not identified Superin-
tendent Martin, with DR.. Turner and
corps of physicians, left on 3 O'Clock
special for the scene of the disaster.
Express Messenger Adams was badly
scalded and several clerks were injured
Wrecking outfits have been sent from
Alpine Malta, and Marathon, the
nearest stations to the wreck 1t is re-
ported that come of the injured would
have lived had they not been helpless
and later burned
There was one tourist car from Gin
cinnati, one from Washington, one from
st Louis, aud Pullman from New
Orleans, besides two passenger coaches
all loaded with passengers. Twelve
persons, including the engineer and fire
man and train boy, are known to have
been killed and 33 injured.
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1901-1903, 1902-03-08
MEETING
OF COUNCIL WAS HELD
YESTERDAY AFTERNOON
ROYALTY RECEIVED
SNOW STORM DAMAGED DECO
RATioNs, BUT THE PRINCE
PLEASED ANYWAY.

Boston. March 6.-Prince Henry S
first view of Boston was of snow
clad city upon which there shone
the sun from a clear sky. Hundreds
of workmen were busy all night long
clearing the streets through which
the prince and party were to pass
and they were in excellent condi-
ton.
The bad storm of yesterday had
impaired the decorations but it di
not take long today to repair the
damage and nearly the entire route
was brilliant with color. Mayor Col
| Inns and President Doyle of the board
of aldermen and President Dolan of
the common council were received
by Admiral Evans as soon as the
TRAIN stopped. The officials wire
escorted into the car and introduced
to Prince Henry.
Colonel Bingham, military aid to
the president, led the way into the
big station, where the cavalry was
lined up at attention" Then fol
lowed Admiral Evans, Prince Henry,
Assistant Secretary Of State Hill,
and Mayor Collins. Other members
of the party brouht up the rear.
The crowds which came in on To-
cal trains and which filed the wait
ing rooms cheered as soon as they
caught sight of the party The
prince raised his hat in acknowledge
ment OF the greeting and was driv-
en- to the Hotel Somerset.
Governor Crane and President
! Eliot of Harvard University called
on Prince Henry Governor Crane
remained a few moments. Shortly
after their departure the prince
started for the state house, where
he was received by the governor,
lieutenant governor, and heads of the
military and naval forces and state
departments. At 1 O'Clock the prince
left for Harvard University, where
the degree of Doctor of Laws was
conferred on him