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Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1902-04-22
Approve of Water Cures.

Grover Flint, of Cambridge, Mass,
who served as first lieutenant in the
Thirty-fifth volunteer infantry, testi-
fed he had been a witness to about
mitted he approved of the treatment
He never had seen any one die as a
result of the cure but had seen the
hospital corps man working on ma
tive who had been rendered uncon-
scious. 1t was reported to him that
one Filipino died from the effects of
the water cure. Flint said he was
present on these occasions to draw the
line on excesses." He did not recon,
mend to his major that the practice
| cease, nor did he give any orders to
| his men to stop the torture.
Cure Was Potent.
The witness declared the effect of
the cure was immediate, the victim in
variably turning in his gun or bolo and
giving information as to the where.
abouts of others. He said it was i'm.
possible to judge whether the victims
were insurgents, soldiers or peasants
but they appeared to be peaceable.
The treatment he said never got to
the point of great brutality.
Orders CourtmartiaI.
Manila, April 21.-A court martial
has been ordered for the trial of Gen
eral Jacob H. Smith, who was in com
mand of the United States troops or
the island Of Samar, on the charge OF
conduct prejudicial to good order and
discipline. Generals Wheaton, Sum
ner, Bell and Bisbee, and Colonels Nc
Kibbin, Rafferty,, Dougherty, Markley
and Lee compose the court. The
judge advocate is Major Carbaugh
Colonel Charles A. Woodruff will ap
pear for the defense The trial begin:
Thursday eNasW,, II Ina a nv;
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1902-04-22
DAGLE is A BlGAMIST.
Found Guilty of Having More Than
One Wife.

Sigourney, April 21.-( (Special.) )-Jo-
seph Dagle has been found guilty in
the district court of Keokuk county of
the crime of bigamy and will be sen
fenced Saturday. Dagle posed as a
single man and married Delta wom-
an. He will appeal the case to the
supreme court
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Water Cure Brought the Fill
pinos to Time.
SOLDIER APPROVES OF II
Says He Never Saw 1t Fail and Never
Witnessed the Death of Any Fill
pno From Its Effects-Gives Testi.
mony Before Commission.

Washington, April 21.-The senate
committee on the Philippines today re
sumed the examination of witnesses in
connection with the investigation of
affairs in the Philippine islands.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1902-04-22
ENGULFED IN YAWNING ABYSS

inhabitants
killed Anatn
who the Owing
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1902-04-22
Affects States of Iowa, Illinois
and Missouri According
to the Bureau.
EXCESSIVE HEAT CAUSE
Unreasonable Warmth Will Bring on
Thunder ShoWers-Weather Bureau
in Its Conservative Way Says Storm
of Considerable Magnitude Gathering

Chicago, April 21.-The weather
bureau says a storm of considerable
is gathering over Missouri,
Iowa and Illinois, because of the ex-
cessive and unreasonable warmth with
thunder showers expected.
Hot in Chicago.
In Chicago the people are feeling the
effects of the hot wave that developed
in the west yesterday The thermom-
eter at 8 o'clock registered sixty-seven
degrees in the shade. Relief, howev-
er, is expected for the greater portion
of the central west today.
Hot Winds in Kansas.
Throughout Kansas south hot winds
and temperatures ranging from ninety
to ninety-siX degrees prevail today
with no report of rain anywhere in the
state. Increased damage to vegeta-
ton will doubtless result.
Nebraska a Trife Cooler.
The temperature in Nebraska is a
trifle cooler this morning than yester-
day but the heat is still oppressive.
Unreasonable high, hot winds are
sweeping as sass entire state.
Severity at Omaha.
At Omaha the mercury registered
seventy-two degrees while at Valen-
tine it was forty-four degrees as
against forty-eight yesterday
Eishty-two at St. Joseph.
At O'Clock this morning ST. Joseph,
| Mo-, reported that the thermometer
stood at 50 degrees with storms Of
dust filling the streets.
Omaha swelte.s in Heat.
Omaha, Neb., April 21.-Sunday was
the hottest April day in fifteen years.
The thermometer at 5 p. m. reached 95
degrees, the highest previous record
/ being 81.
Shows in the West.
Salt Lake, April 21.-Nevada, -Tyom-
ing, Idaho southern Montana and pt,>ss
of the Dakotas and Colorado are expe-
iriencing a snow storm that at some
points has taken on the proportion Of a
blizzard. The snow began falling last
night and still prevails to a greater or
less extent over almost the entire inter-
mountain region. High winds and low
temperatures are reported from many
points.
Storm at AIbia
!, Abba, April Especial. During
| the storm Saturday night lightning
, struck the residence of Judge Noble.
A gable was torn off and one portion
of the house considerably damaged
Mr.. and Mrs. Noble were in the house
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1902-04-22

Chicago, April 21.-The weather
bureau says a storm of considerable
is gathering over Missouri,
Iowa and Illinois, because of the ex-
cessive and unreasonable warmth with
thunder showers expected.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1902-04-22
HITCH IN SURRENDER.
Filipino Chieftain's Force Cannot All
Be Collected.

Manila, April 21.General Fred X.
Grant cables from. Samar he believes
the insurgents are acting in good faith
but he has found it impossible to col
lect the entire force of the Filipino
leader Guevarra, who has signed an
agreement to surrender his entire COM
mand April 81.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1902-04-22
Hot in Chicago.
Hot Winds in Kansas.

Throughout Kansas south hot winds
and temperatures ranging from ninety
to ninety-six degrees prevail today
with no report of rain anywhere in the
state. Increased damage to vegeta-
ton will doubtless result
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1902-04-22
Omaha sweIte-s in Heat.

Omaha, Neb, April 21.-Sunday was
the hottest April day in fifteen years.
The thermometer at p. m. reached 95
degrees, the highest previous record
being 81.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1902-04-22
Fire Loss at Dallas.

Dallas, Texas, April 21.-Four fires,
starting in different sections of this
city between and $3.50 O'Clock Sun
day morning, and believed to be of in
cendiary origin. destroyed property es-
timated to be worth S40o,O0O0, on
which there is. an estimated insurance
of $275 1000 Five persons were hurt,
two perhaps fatally.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1902-04-22

the waters edge twenty miles aDoVeI
this city. The steamer was loaded
down with freight and the loaded con-
dition of the packet is said to have
been responsible for the death of SO
many passengers.
Partial List of the Dead.
Following is a partial list of those
lost:
- ADAMS, Ohio, bound for st.
Louis.
- DOWNS, Memphis.
TOM SMITH, steersman, Memphis.
PATRICK BURT, wife and six chill
dren, Owensboro, Ky; bound for More
house, Mo-
JOE RIDDING, engineer, Cincinnati.
FRED JONES, engineer, Cincinnati
WILLIAM BALLINGER STUART,
Cincinnati.
- SWEENEY, a girl of Owensboro,
Ky
CLAY BREEZE, wife and son of
Jniontown, Ky.
ARCHIE NJ. Allen, of Pittsburg.
MISS MARIE TESSIM, of Camel
ton, Ind.
l.. H. HUNTER, Litinti, Pa.
TWO COOKS.
TWO CHAMBERMAlDS.
SIX CABIN BOYS.
THREE NEGRO FIREMEN.
THREE CHILDREN of Mrs. Sher-
man McCullom of Charlottesville, Mo.
MISS MARIE LISLER, Carrollton,
o.; died after being taken to shore
SYLVESTER DOSS, Cincinnati.
Child, of Pilot A. Pritchard.
Three bodies We're recovered at Z
Of Captain Doss, Miss Marie Tessim
and the youngest of the McCullom
family.
Some of the Missing and Injured.
Among the missing are the follow
ing:
William Ballinger, Cincinnati, first
steward.
Henry Thomas, negro, Cincinnati,
second steward
John Bats. Cincinnati, cook.
TONY Gilfoil, Cincinnati, baker.
Tom Smith, Memphis, striker pilot
Women Severely Burned.
Two women passengers were severe
ly burned, but will recover. They are:
Mrs. S. R. Leach, Bridgeport, o.;
burned about the hands.
MIS-. EllSn teHHlOTS, ATDuCkle, w
Va; severely burned about face.
Packet Blazes While Passengers Sieer
The flames were discovered about !
o'clock, and before the passenger.
were awakened the big steamer wa!
ablaze The fire, it is said started il
the freight stuffs, possibly from th'
Mgines below, and the sleeping pas
Bengers were the first to know tina
the packet was afire. Within ten min
utes, the survivors say, the decks hat
been swept by the flames and the pas
sengers We're penned in on all sides
Suddenly the door of berth after bert
swung open and men and women, hal
dead from smoke fumes. We're RUNNING
here and there in an endeavor to es
cape with their lives.
Caught in Trap.
The life preservers were cut off b
Gre from the passengers and most @
the life-boats had been burned. AZ
cording to the statements made b
Mrs. Jennie MullSey of Metropolis, III
and II. T. Gardiner of Tobinsport, Ind
( men and women sank down in th
fire and We're burned to death. Other
with their night clothing afire spran
into the water and We're drowned
Others swan to shore and a fe'
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Shows in the West.
Storm at Abba.

Abba, April 21.-( (Special.) During
the storm Saturday night lightning
struck the residence of Judge Noble.
A gable was torn off and one portion
of the house considerably damaged.
Mr. and Mrs Noble were in the house
at the time but We're not injured.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-06-29
IN COMPLIMENT TO
 MISSES CAMERON AND DREHE@

On Wednesday evening Mir. and Mrs. J. Fred Dreher entertained a number of friends delightfully in compliment to their sisters, Misses Florence Cameron and Carrie Dreher of Birmingham. Four apartments were thrown open for the oc- casion and beautifully decorated in pink and green. Palms, ferns and cut flowers with soft shaded lights being used,
 Fruited nectar was served by Mrs. J. F. Andrews from a table arranged in lovely little recess in the hall. Here a background jf palms, pink shaded lights in silver candelabra, and pink flowers formed the pretty decorations.
 A very interesting feature of the even- ing was guessing contest. MT. Will Parker and Miss Jennie Colquitt received the prizes awarded for the largest num- ber of correct answers.
 The dining room was thrown open at 10 o'clock and the guests. who had found their partners by means of corresponding cards, enjoyed delicious refreshments
 After supper games were played until a late hour. The guests were:
 Misses Gay Frasicr, Jennie Colquitt, Florence Cameron Carrie Dreher. Foll- man, Viola Cameron. Messrs. Eugene Will Hams. John Biggio, ODwyer. Lawrence Burns, Henry McDonough, Morgan Di- vinna,S Will T. Parks Dorrance Sands, | simplins. Josiah Flint, Mir. and Mrs. c. F.. Cameron. Mir and Mrs W. T. Per ry. Mir. and Mrs. J. E. Andrews.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-06-29
MARRIAGE OF MISS TAYLOR
 AND MP. MOODY.

A beautiful wedding was solemnized at the West End Methodist Church Wednes- day evening when Miss Matte Taylor was married to MT. Bishop Moody. The church was tastefully decorated with green and potted plants. To the strains of Mendelssohns wedding march. rem dered by Mrs. J. A. Lee. Sunday School teacher of the bride, the bridal party entered the church and approached the altar. led by Mrs. w. O. Hopper and Miss Della Mann. following these came Miss Lou Annie Rollo. next came the two
 flower girls, little Misses Mary Lou Cot tingham and Kathleen Nave. Then came the groom with MT. J. L. Bennett, and last came the lovely bride on the arm of Mrs J. l., Bennett They faced the au- dience. forming a crescent. when Rev. E. c. Nave stepped out in front. and in his usual graceful style, repeated the words that made them husband and wife,
 after which the entire party marched out to the strains of the wedding march. All the bridesmaids were attired in spotless white. while the bride in all her girlish purity. looked lovely in white, with her
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-06-29
MIR. MosELEY AND
 MISS RAMSEY MARRIED.

An unusually pretty afternoon wedding occurred in the Presbyterian Crurch, at Union Springs. on June 25 at 5:33 o'clock, when Mir. l.. M. Moseley and Miss Shel- ley Ramsey were united in marriage, Rev
 Mir Roseborough officiating. Under the supervision of Miss Caroline Dent of Eu- faula, the church was artistically deco rated in green and white. The concourse of admiring friends who had assembled to witness the marriage. enjoyed the
 well rendered musical program. which was a most fitting prelude to so beautllul an occasion. At the appointed hour tne bridal party arrived. and as the strains of Mendelsshons' wedding march began to swell Misses Bessie Moseley. Jamie Franklin Nonie Hobby, Foy Pitts. Eva Caldwell and Bessie Hanson, the ribbon girls. gowned in toiletts of white made over green and bearing in their hands white and green ribbons, entered, two at each entrance of the church proceed ing down the three aisles. until they reached the reserved seats. where they confined the ribbons. This done they marched on. arranging themselves grace fully on each side of the minister, facing the audience The ushers. Messrs. Chas. McDowell. Charles Franklin, Richard Hobby and Frank Moseley. Jr.. entered next. marching down the side isles, then came the bridesmaid, Miss Hattie Mose- ley, followed by the two maids of honor, Misses Pauline and Asa Ramsey. the young ladies wore filing gowns of white. with white hats and carried bouquets of white carnations. The bride entered, leaning upon the arm of her cousin, Nr. Gilbert Ramsey. and a more beautiful bride never plghted her troth at lily mems altar. Her wedding apparel of Immaculate whiteness.' was no more significant of purity than was her lovely face. Her bouquet was of white roses and ferns The groom. with his best man, MT. Jackson Moseley, entered from
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-06-29
The SOCIAL WORLD
 ano WOMAN'S DOMAIN
Mrs. J. M. decottes.

the vestry room, joining the bride at the altar. Soft, sweet strains of music filled the church while the vows were being made. All were impressed by the beau- ty and solemnlty or the occasion. Imne- diately after the ceremony the bridal party repaired to the residence of the grocm's psrert. Mir. and Mrs. F. M. Moseley. where a delightfully."- informal reception was rendered the party. The color scheme was carried out at the house, decorations being green and white, and the ices and bon bons were green and white. Punch was served through out the evening. Mrs. J. M. Craven pre- siding at the bowl. A delicious menu was served.
 The popularity of the young couple was substantially evinced by tho large num- Der of handsome gifts received
 There were quite a number of out-of- town guests present. Mrs. H. G. Davis of Anniston. Mrs j.. w. A. Jackson, Miss Jackson. R. S. Teagus and w. B. Jack son of Montgomery.
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that this added hour of suffering patience can be of much comfort to the buyer or of much account to the st re. For oncs ' speak for myself, l will either go out without buying at all. or say 1t does not matter whether 1t suits or not-giVe me anything, so that I may be relieved or my share of the responsibility of adding to the suffering of brother or sister
 If you have ever had to be bread win ner you can rsympathize with others-if not. be thankful and show yourself so by considering the comfort of the less for tunate. "A Bread Winner"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-06-29
IN COMPLIMENT
 TO MRS. ELMoRE.


 Mrs. J. Warren Jones entertained de- lightfully at a musical on Friday after noon in compliment to Mrs. Benjamin Franklin Fillmore of Demopolis, Ala.
 The program was beautifully rendered by the following: Mrs. G. W. Patterson. whose superb soprano voice completely captfyated her hearers; Miss Mary Belle Jones was never heard to better ad- vantage: she played with much skill; Miss Florence Hodge. with her usual grace full manner, concluded the program with one of her choice'pieces.
 After the musical. delicious refresh ments were served.
 The guests were: Mesdames Benjamin Franklin Fillmore, John w. A. Sanford, Sr., R. P. Dexter, c. W. Patterson. Vaughn. Haywood Bartlett, John Gan non, T. H. Mabson, Vince Elmore. E. W. Stay, Frank Elmore. Neal l.. Anderson. Miss Anderson J. A. Reeves. Albert El- more and John c. Finley; Misses Laura Hill. Florence Hodge and Winn of De- catur. Ga.
 The following letter was received from Mrs. Florence Tucker winder, President of R. E. Lee Chapter U. D. c. of Co., lumbus, O., by Mrs. John G. Finley. Chairman Flower Committee of the Se- cession Capital Chapter. Mrs. winder sent newspaper clippings of the three Columbus, O., papers describing the cere- monies of the day with picture of the stone arch and statue unveiled on the 1t4h of June, 1902 at Camp, Chase Con- federate Cemetery at Columbus O., in memory of the Confederate soldiers who are buried there. She also enclosed a likeness of Colonel William H. Knauss. an ex-Federal Colonel. who inaugurated the movement for the erection of the memorial arch.
 These pictures are highly prized by the members of the Secession Chapter:
 Columbus, O., June +. 1902, Dear Mrs. Finley:
 As Chairman of your Floral Commit tee it is our pleasure to gratefully &C., knowledge the receipt of the beautiful floral tribute in the form of a Laurel wreath with red and white carnations and let you know that 1t was tenderly and lovingly placed at the base of the arch which now imposingly stands in tender memory of our heroes. I feel your tender interest and cherish the words in your beautiful letter. Each of us sends you heartfelt greetings with the papers of the unveiling which will tell you how glorious was the day.
 Faithfully gratefully,
 Florence Tucker Winder. CMiss) Leona Humphreys.
 Corresponding Secretary. l1G4 E. Rich.
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On Thursday Mrs R. L. Tucker gave a | complimentary musical to her class al the residence of Mrs! Bennett on Law renee Street. Quite an elaborate pro- gram was arranged for the evening. After the musical the class organized a Musical Club under the name of the G. B. and G. c. Club Miss Mary Weaver was elected president. Miss Estelle Cur bow, secretary; Miss Lela Thweatt. treas urer The club has about twenty-five members They Will give entertainments every week at the home of one of the members.
 After the musical dancing was kept up until a late hour feature of the even- Ing was dainty refreshments, which were served during the dancing
 At a recent meeting of the Dixie Chap ter of the Daughters of the Confcderacy, a beautiful tribute of affection for their late beloved member, Mrs. R. N. Pitts, was adopted. The resolutions fram- ed bore on the passing away of this sweet and gentle spirit from earth to Paradise and referred to the in- spirntion her life was to all who knew her to her loyal devotion as fond daugh- ter, wife and mother. and her thought fuiness for others.
 At the Wylie-Brown wedding, which took place last Wednesday at the home of the brides mother, on Madison Ave nue, Miss Clara Pelligrini played the wedding march and MT. Hardie McGe- hee was best man. In the account of the wedding given in these columns on Thurs day morning these two items were omit. ted.
 Mrs T. Darlington Semple of New York is visiting her sister, Mrs. J. K. Jackscn, at her home on Perry Street. It is a great pleasure to Mrs. Semple's s frierds to have her In their midst. She has become one of :he leaders of the Soutk ern Society in New York.
 Mrs M. A. Benjamin, Mrs. c. A. Lanier and Mrs. Mary Watt went to the Soldiers Home at Mountain Creek yesterday to place the furniture given by Mrs. J. D. Beale for the room she furnishes in mem cry of her two brothers. The room is to be called the Phelan room.
 Miss Joseph will entertain at cards on Wednesday afternoon from to o'clock in compliment to her guests. Misses Min chener of Troy and Miss ScoveI of sa- vannah.
 Mir and Mrs. Leo Strassburger, accom- panied by their little son, Julien. will leave in the morning on an extended trip to Northern summer resorts.
 Nfrs Julia spiers and little daughter, Anabel. have returned from delightful visit to the family of Mir. O. F. Luttrell, | Brewton, Ala. Mrs. J. B. Lovelace left yesterday for Washington, D. C.. on a visit to her Congressman Charles W. Thompson.
 Mrs. W. H. Linton and daughter of Louisville, Gy., are visiting her mother, Mrs. Carl, 523 Columbus street.
 Mrs W. M. Simon is spending the | summer with her aunt. Mrs. w. Duke, at Durham. N. e. Captain and Mrs. T. H. Moore and family and Miss Clara Tennille are at White Sulphur Springs. N. C.
 !Coutinued on Page FifteenN
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 Birmingham Aserad for the past three She has all
   In Miss
  
 
 
  isfo fomd n ightest work
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-06-29
,il caught up with white flowers.

veil caught up with white flowers.
 Mir. Moody is a splendid young man and Is to be congratulated on winning such a prize. Mrs. Moody, as Miss Mat tie Taylor. has by her sweet disposition won the esteem of all who know her. A number of presents. were received by the young couple whose many friends wish them a long life of joy and happiness.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-06-29
aEARLY HOURS MAY CEASE"

Is it true that tho good people oI Montgomery can let a thing that VIII be of benefit to many be killed py tne action of few? Can the women or this sweet city of happy homes. for the sake of buying a few articles after the hour of six. mar the comfort and possibly im- pair the health of hundreds of other wo- men who are not so fortunate as to be able to remain at home during the long summer day? One hour in the early morning to enc who has the entire day in which to rest or even be busy at home. cannot in justice be weighed in the bal ance against an hour which IS the eleventh hour to one who has borne the burden and heat of the day.
 In the greatest city of our continent this question was inaugurated and set fled by the Merchant Princes themselves they did not consult the wishes ana convenience of a few customers. nor the selfishness of a few merchants. who were unwilling to sacrifice single hour from business. They looked upon the question as an economical one, better service ana conseouently better satisfaction to GUS toners When I enter store after SIX o,c,ock and sec the weary attitude or the clerks and note how eagerly they watch the clock. awaiting the hour which shall be the signal of relief. I cannot believe
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-06-29
NOTICE woMAN's HOME.

The regular monthly meeting of the Working Woman's Home will be held on Tuesday afternoon at 5:3O o'clock. Mrs
 T. w. Harmon, the Nice-President. will preside. Every member is requested to be present. as business of importance will be transacted.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-06-29

Secretary. The following letter has been received by Miss Olivia Arlington in acknowledge ment of a donation to the Confederate monument at Columbus, Ohio:
 Columbus, O.. June 24, 1902. Dear Miss Arrington-It has been so much to me. in far away Ohio. to receive the dear letters that have come to me during these past precious weeks-and thus be In touch with other Daughters, and doubly dear when the names signed are as familiar as yours.
 We thank you for the letters and the Die ana the Sophia Bibb Chapters for the very generous donation. The amount procured for the dear dead he- roes' graves many beautiful flowers. The day was glorious an1 every one in ac- cord. We send with this many clippings that I know you all want.
 With expressions of gratitude from each of the Daughters of the R. E. Lee Chapter, am Yours sincerely.
 Florence Tucker Winder. N (Mrs. John H)
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-06-29
NOTICE SOPHIE BIBB
 pmER III n q

The regular monthly meeting of the Sophie Bibb Chapter will be held Wes- nesday. July 2nd. at | o'clock at the home of Mrs. John A. Kirkpatrick. A full att tendance Is earnestly requested as this