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Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09

Anne hill led to their capture and sub sequent imprisonment. Wells and Knapp visited the standpipe to inspect its interior before it had been com pleted. They entered the structure through steel door in it's side. While they were engrossed in their explora- tions they were suddenly plunged into darkness. A hurried investigation re- vealed the fact that they were pris- oners.
 A youthful voice from the outer world commanded in imperious tones that ten dollars be paid at once as the price of their freedom. In vain did the prisoners barley. Each overture was met with derision and z repetition of the original demand for ransom.
 After fully an hours barley Wells and Knapp grew nervous and desper- ate. They searched their prison for some means of escape. A circular bit of blue sky, seen at the top of cylin- der of steel 100 feet in height, held out slight hope of freedom, and soon scat tering drops of rain from the opening above foretold the probability of an added discomfort. At last, after con- siderable exploration of the bottom of the tank, Wells found an old pickax. Taking turns, he and his fellow pr1s- oner made heroic onslaughts on the steel door which shut them in.
 Finally the door began to show signs of yielding. Stripped of all surplus clothing and bathed in persipration, the prisoners inserted the pick into small aperture. Their united efforts burst the hinges of their cell door and they once more breathed the air of freedom.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09
BEAR TAKES A RIDE.
Travels to Camp in the Sled of His
 Would-Be Slayers-
4 Hunting Comedy Which Has No Equal in Maine Hfstory--Bruin Proves Himself a General,
 Yet Loses His Life.

As soon as the first snow fell and the hunters began to bring in the deer, Harry Grant, student at Boston uni versity, came to Katahdin, Me, for big game. On his third day near nightfall he came upon a big buck, about four miles from camp. He shot the buck and prepared to drag it in.
 The snow was deep and soft, and be- fore he had gone mile he was tired, and wished he had shot smaller deer. The more he thought it over the more he was convinced that his venison would keep until morning. Then he came upon an opening in the side of a hill, large enough to hold the body of his deer. Into this he thrust the car cass, and, hastily covering it with late supper.
 During the meal Bill Gerrish, an old hunter, came in and sat beside the student, who told all about his hunt.
 ''Yes," said Gerrish, T reckon I've got some game down Moose mountain way, too, though I guess 'tain't dead yet. He's got a trap onto him, though, that'u tell me where he is so long as the snow holds.''
 He then told Grant about bear he had been trying. to trap all fall. The animal was cunning, however, and would not look at any kind of bait so long as the snow stayed away, prefer ring spiced ants and fat grubs in safe ty to beef and honey where there was a chance of danger.
 After the storm the bear became more reasonable. On two nights he had sprung the trap and eaten the bait by digging below the spread jaws and jarring the trencher from below. The third night he attempted the same maneuyer, but was caught by the paw, because Gerrish had taken the precaution Ao set the trap bottom side up.
 Gerrish had followed the wide mark left by the trap all day, and was going out to take up the trail the first thing in the morning. As Grants deer was cached near by, they agreed to go to- gether, with the horse and sled which Grant had hired.
 As the horse and sled went down the hill the men saw something big and
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09

CT denounced many of Europe's royal families and declared that the Catholic church had not been in existence since 1899. At that time he had issued an edict communicating the entire church from itself, he said.
 Where were you born2'' asked his honor.
 s'I never was born,r answered the de- fendant. "I'm from the beginning. Pm not to die. I'm on earth to down all my enemies and to claim my rights"
 "And what is your name ?' asked the court.
 ''I have no name"
 Justice Sabath, says the Chicago Post, ordered that the defendant be examined by city physician as to his sanity.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09

erable time in Cleveland, o. There he met Minnie May Stewart Worth sngton, daughter of wealthy resi- dent of that city. An attachment that sprung up between Mr. Leeds and Mrs. Warrington led her to secure divorce from her husband.
 Leeds then started to loosen the bonds that bound him to his wife, says the Chicago Chronicle. The lat ter at first would not listen to legal separation; she still believed her hus- band would return to her.
 Finally convinced that he had been lost, she allowed his petition for divorce to come to hearing, but not, it is said, until Leeds had signed $1 100000 over to her as the price of decree. The prayer for a divorce was granted in just 30 minutes by Judge Bishop, of Chicago. In the bill for divorce Leeds age was given at AS and his wife's at 23. That was three years ago.
 Then the two divorcees were mar ried and started on a honeymoon on Leeds palatial yacht, the Cetoah. This bridal trip was a seven days' wonder. He showered his wife with money and presents. He gave her a pearl necklace valued at S65 ,0OO, wedding ring at $1,0Oo, a diamond necklace at $5,0G0, an ermine wrap at S1o,ooo, several paintings in Europe. at $75,000 and a trousseau at $6,O0o. Her yachting cap was made with dia- mond buttons.
 l. B trunk full of choice Havana cigars. He failed to pay duty on them to the French government and they were promptly confiscated. He was fined and narrowly escaped jail sentence.
 When the bride and groom returned from Europe Leeds paid $7oo, ,0oO for piece of land 100 feet square in Fifth avenue, New York. On this he erected a $1 100000 house.
 To conduct the affairs of office of president of the Rock Island proper ay Mir. Leeds official residence, say railroad men, should be in Chicag go.; 1t is not believed that he will move there, however, but will follow the precedent of President Fish. of the illinois Central, of being the active head of the property. residing in New; York and trusting the opera ting de- tails of the corporation to officers on the ground.
 As in all changes of the head of al railway there is much speculation on the policy of the new president. That MT. Leeds will effect changes in, the official staff of the company isl generally exDectef1
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09
THREE SMALL BRIGANDs.
They Impr1son Two Prominent Men for the Purpose of Getting
 a Ten-DOI1ar Ransom.

The Seattle (Wash.) correspondent of the Chicago Inter Ocean is authority for the statement that, following closely the example of the Bulgarian brigands who abducted Miss Ellen Stone, three North Seattle small boys the other day held two citizens in dur ance vile for several hours because they refused to pay ransom to obtain thsir liberty. The victims of the un- pleasant experience were E. H. Wells, editor of the Evening Star, and Lyman E. Knapp, former governor of Alaska.
 The desire of these citizens to ex- plore the gloomy interior of a new standpipe now being erected on Queen
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09
WILLIAM B. LEEDS.
New President of the Chicago, Rock
 Island & Pacific.
Story of His Rise from Poverty to ARuence and Power Reads Like Romance-His Matrimo-
 niaI TanGIes.

William B. Leeds, of New York, the new president of the Chicago, Rock Island SS Pacific Railway company, was elected by the Moore interests in. the road. MT. Leeds formerly lived in Chicago, and went to New York when the American Tin Plate com pany, of which he is president, was. merged into the trust. He has been in railroad work before, having been connected with the Pennsylvania road. He has fortune estimated at several million dollars. MT. Leeds has had limited experience as a practical railroad man. His time, however, during the past ten years has been devoted to financial matters. He did not toll long at his $50 clerk ship on the Southern Indiana divi- sion of the PanhaRdle line of the Penn Sylvania railroad. He was rapidly ad- vanced until he was appointed di- vision superintendent.
 The tin plate industry was then bee ginning to assume importance. MT. Leeds became interested in the tin plate factory in Elwood, Ind. Later came combination in tin plate. A ! short opposition to the trust on MT. Leeds part and the latter sold, with several millions of dollars profit. Then he became interested in the greater company and later in the steel corporation that absorbed the tin plate trust.
 While connected with the Pennsyl- vania railroad, with office in Rich mond, Ind, he met Jeannie Gaar. They were married and lived togeth- CT for 12 years. The little Indiana town became too small for Leeds and his newly acquired wealth and the couple moved to Indianapolis. More millions were added to his bank ac- count and then he came to Chicago. In Chicago the couple occupied 12 rooms in the Metropole hotel and en- tertained lavishly.
 In the meantime Mr. Leeds interest fE steel caI1sed him to Spend conSide
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09
HE WAS NEVER BORN.
So Said a Prisoner to Chicago Mag tstrate, But a Doctor WilA
 Have the Last Say.

Thomas Cosgrave informed Justice Sabath, of Chicago, that he is prophet, the Lord and the only real pope in ex- istence. The prophet" predicted that Germany would exist to see nine more kaisers and nine more popes would rule the Catholic church. These popes, however, he said, would not be genu- inc, as he alone had that office. Eng land, he said, would see nine more kings after King Edward. The speak
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09

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Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09
Havana's Mayor Suspended.

HAVANA, Jan. 9.-Pending an in- vestigation which is now being insti- tuted by Senor Nunez, the civil govern or of Havana, General Wood has sus- pended Miguel Gener. the mayor of Havana TWenty-three out of the twenty-eight councilmen of Havana have petitioned General Wood to re- move Mayor Gener.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09
ptamoua snz,nr1er f,anan.4

ST ALBANs, Vt, Jan. Civilian Bromley of Montreal has been arrested here by Customs Inspector George F. scully, and S5.00o worth of dufiable diamonds and other precious stones were found in his possession. He was taken to Burlington for arraignment,
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09
Lizards Chanee Their Co1or

The common lizard changes it's color like the chameleon. It will become black after remaining upon black soil for about half 8 minute, but upon an old-fashioned wooden fence the anil nal soon assumes the motley gray hue of weather-worn rail. Upon a green leaf the same lizard will take on a greenish tint
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09
MT. Gatling,s Awful Record

The population of the world has been much diminished through the mechanical skill of the great gun in- ventors, Thomas Maxim and Richard J. Gatling, both of whom are Ameri- cans. It is computed that Gatling's famous gun alone, since 1862, has killed over 25o ec
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09
MEETINGS TONIGHT.

Company A drill.
 Christian alliance.
 Court Acme, F. of A. Women's Relief corps. Polishers and Buffers. Court Oregon, F. of A. Court Linden, F. of A. Wadhams post, G. A. R. Tunxis tribe, I. O. R. NJ. Fourth division. A. o. H. Clark commandery, K. T. America lodge, A. o. U. w. Court R. F. Phelan, F. of A. B. l.. DeForest council, R. A. St Francis Xavier drum corps. Court Martin Hellmann, F. of A. Friedrich Wilhelm lodge, K. of P. Ansantawae encampment, I. o. o. E. Mary Lincoln council, P. D. of 4. Brass City lodge, I. A. of M. Friendly league, home evening.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09
Feed Wheat to Live Stock.

Kansas farmers are feeding wheat to their cattle. It is said that in the absence of profitable fields for invest ment for grain-sale money they are holding their wheat for better prices.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09
VAUDEVILLE AT THE JACQUES.


 It is not surprising that Sugimonto's Royal Japanese troupe has proved such tremendous sensation at the Jacques, for it was known that 1t would when it was brought here. If there is any Japanese act in the world to equal this one, it has certainly not been brought to America, for no such sensational act has ever before been seen in this country. The most mar vicious feats of equilbrism, gymnastics, acrobatics and juggling are accom- plished by these Japanese with an ease and grace that make them appear simple, and spectator hardly knows which to do most, wonder or admire. The remainder of the show is adapted to create corresponding satisfaction. particularly good being the talking act of Yorke and Adams, who bill them selves as the two plain Jews. They have a budget of new jokes and small talk which they tell in a side-splitting style, and there is never a minute while they hold the stage that the an- dience is not in roars of laughter. Os- car Sisson and Esther Wallace have very funny skit also which they intrc- duce under the title of ''ATy Wires Presents" and Grammar and Martini create much laughter with their funny Illustration of how magicians accom- plish their tricks. Other acts are in- troduced by Daly and Devere, the Brownings, and Dudley and Ormc. Prices are 10 and 20 cents for the matinees, all ladies 10; evening prices. 10, 20 and 30 cents for all.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09
COMING EvEN,rs

At City hall. January 15, 16, r, Is, 1902-Grand fair of United French societies
 Town hall, Watertown, February 10. 19O2-Social of Good Will Social club
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09
Where Lawyers Are scarce.

There are 40 counties in Texas; which have to seek legal advice out; side their limits, as they have not a. single attorney of their own.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09
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SCHILLER STOCK COMPANY.

Considerable satisfaction is being ex- pressed for the performances that the Schiller Stock company is giving at Polls, and the attendance has been sufficiently large to evoke the needed criticism. Miss Ella Fontaineblean, the gifted young star who assumes the leading roles, has won much popularl- ty, and her supporting company has come in for praise as well. The per- formances are good enough to warrant anyone.s giving up the time to see them, the plays being of popular character and well played. The blll for this evening will be Daughters of the Poor,'' and for to-morrow's mat inee. Prices are popular.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09
1.-THE EAST NAH. n

Lincoln J. Carter's production of ''The Fast Mail' Monday and Tuesday at Polls.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09

Alexander A. Duchemin, the man whose fame was gained in a day by reason of his wonderful $5,OOO enter tainment at Newport for Mrs o. H. F. Belmont, is to be in charge of the greatest show on earth which Con- pany A is to present at the Jacques Auditorium, January g, q and 2.
 Yesterday he left Waterbury for New York. where he has gone to make arrangements for the engage ment of the professional talent to ap- pear with Company As amateurs at the old-fashioned country circus here MT Duchemin says that lie will give Waterbury the cream of the profes- sion, and in this he is backed up by the members of Company A, who are determined to present an entertain ment that will be talked of for the next year after the show.
 The show will run for 21a hours and the menagerie will be open early enough to make the complete enter tainment of longer duration. Con- pany As museum and sideshow will make a pronounced hit. Novelties not to be found in any other existing museum will be found at the Company 4 sideshow and visitors will be treat ed to sensation every sixty seconds. Watch for the grand parade.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09
ENTERTAINMENT FOR ALI.

Poli's theater is engaged for Friday, January A, matinee and evening, by the All Star Musical Comedy company, who will present a most enjoyable program for popular prices. The leac- Ing lady of the troupe is Atalie Claire, the beautiful American singer. There IS also Blanca Lyons, the European ylolinist, and the Andersons in their faVorite coon songs. Ocabe's Royal Japanese troupe will perform their wonderful acrobatic feats. Lovers of comedy will laugh at Miss Julia Kings ley and her company in My Uncle's Niece" and Emerson and Omega in tehir German farce. Tickets for sale their German farce. Tickets for sale
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09

The choir of Saint Peters, at Rome, comprises 50 boys
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09

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Waterbury Democrat., 1902-01-09
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The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1902-03-28
144,519.J42.W

: force ...... Sis, 562. $4,000
COMPANY'S STATEMENT OF BuSI-
NESS TRANSACTED IN THE STATE
OF SOUTH DAKOTA DURING THE
YEAR.
Premiums on risks written. $3,s52.72
Amount of risks written.... 29,34I. 90
Losses incurred during the
Losses paid during the year f,O45.25
DOMINION OF CANADA, PROVINCE
OF ONTARIO,
j. J. Kenny. Vice President, and p. III.
Sims. Secretary. of the British American
Assurance Company of Toronto. being
going is a full, true and correct state
ment of the affairs Of said Company;
that the said Insurance Company is the
bona fide owner of at least One Hundred
Thousand Dollars of actual cash capital.
invested in the State and United States
Stocks and Bonds. or in Bonds and Mort
cages of Real Estate unincumbered and
worth double the amount for which the
same is mortgaged; and they are the
above described officers of said Insurance
Company.
J. j. KENNY.
Vice President.
p. II. SIMS,
Secretary.
Subscribed and sworn to before me, this
Gath day of January, 1902.
H. d. GAMBLE,
(Seal.) Notary Public, Ont.
STATE OF SOUTH DAKOTA.
Insurance Department.
l, II. Z. Shober, Commissioner of In
Surance of the State of South Dakota do
hereby certify that the above is a true
copy of the original Statement now on
file at this Office.
In Witness Whereof. ] rave nereuntO
set my hand and affixed the seal Of this
bffice at Pierre, this 18th day of Febru-
H. c. sHOBER,
Seal.) Commissioner of Insurance.
THE STATE IF SOUTH DAKOTA.
Department of Insurance.
Company> Certificate of Authority.
Whereas, The British American Assur-
ance Company. a corporation organized
under the laws of the Dominion of Can
ada, has filed in this office a sworn state
ment exhibiting it's condition and BUSH
1901, conformable to the requirements OF
the laws of this stat regulating the bust
ness OF Insurance.; and,
Whereas, The said Company has filed in
this office a duly certified copy of it's
charter. with certificate of organization.
In compliance with the requirements of
the insurance law aforesaid:
Now, Therefore, l. H. c. Shober, Com
missioner of Insurance of the State Of
South Dakota. pursuant to the provisions
of said laws, do hereby certify that the
above named Company is fully empow-
cred through it's authorized agents to
transact its appropriate business of Fire
Insurance in this State, according to laws
thereof. until the 31st day of December,
A.. D.. 1902.
In Testimony Whereof, / nave hereuntO
set my hand any seal at Pierre. this 9Th
Fl. c. SHOBER,
Eeal) Commissioner of Insurance.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1902-03-28
THE EASTER EGG.

The Easter egg has always been one
of the most popular features of the
Eastertide. 1t owes it's origin. as
many of the popular Easter observ-
ances do, to pagan tradition. 1t was
held as symbolic of renewed life, and
in the Christian church is an old en-
blem OF the resurrection. In Germany,
instead of the Easter egg, is presented
an emblematic print, in which three
hens are holding a basket. wherein
are three eggs; whereas in Vienna
the Easter egg is composed or silver,
mother of pearl, or oronze, and filled
with knickknacks of some kind.
Formerly in England the Easter egg
was solemnly blessed by the priest,
and, being deliberately colored. was oft
en- kept as an amulet. Easter eggs, or
pace or pask eggs as they used to be
called, have from time immemorial
teen prepared much as they are today,
being boiled hard in water colored
with red, blue, or violet dyes, with
inscriptions. devices. o. landscapes
traced upon them. Some Of the de-
signs are very beautiful.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1902-03-28
OF NOVEL DESIGN.

Perhaps the most curious Easter egg
ever made was one ordered by a South
African millionaire for his bride. It
was made in London, and was nine
feet long and eighteen feet in circum-
ference at the widest part. The shell
Of this wonderful egg was made Of
chocolate. most deliberately adorned.
1t was intended as a wedding present.
and held the whole Of an expensive
trousseau for the girl he was to mar
ry. 1t also had in it IN enormous
quantity Of superfine confectionery.
1t is said that the most costly Easter
egg ever made in the country was
ordered by a railway magnate for his
little son. 1t was a miniature car
riage, most exquisitely appointed, in
the shape of an egg. The exterior was
Of the finest white enamel, and the
interior Of white. quilted satin. This
dainty little vehicle was drawn by
two tiny ponies in gold harness. A
boy would be hard indeed to please
il such q beautiful present did not I'll
his heart with g!adness. But the boys
Of the present day NJ luxurious.