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Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20

ern Pacific and the Great Northern
consider 100000 conservative esti-
mate of the cost of the blockade. This
sum includes the primary cost OF re-
opening the main lines, which is very
heavy, the cost of delayed trains and
damage of perishable freight in transit,
and the thousand other items of minor
Importance 1t does not cover. how
ever, the loss of traffic which might
have been avoided had the tracks been
clear. This can not be estimated In
dollars and cents, altho traffic men
state that it is less heavy than might
have been expected.
Late reports from the Soo-Paciic
announced that the western line is free
from snow as far as Portal, N. D., on
the international boundary. but that
west, in Assinabola, the blockade still
prevents the movements of trains. Iho
winds have gone down and the snow
has ceased falling. Large crews have
been put at work clearing the main
line and every rotary ploW available
has been set at work. 1t is now con-
sidered matter of hours until the
thru trains will come into the st. Paul
terminal.
Eight hundred trains on the Great
Northern and the Northern Pacific and
four on the 500 Pacific are held by the
blockade. Several of these have been
abandoned, and the others on the two
former lines will reach ST. Paul today
and on the latter late this evening or
In the night.
All three lines sent the west bound
overland trains out of ST. Paul on their
usual time yesterday. The three trains
were comfortably filled. the Great
Northern and the Northern Pacific
carrying even a heavier travel than
usual. Other thru trains will be sent
out this morning. heavily loaded be-
cause of the homeseeker movement
which will be handled.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
EYE GERMS ARE ON RAMPAGE.
and staphyIocooci Are
CAUSING an Epidemic.

streptococcus and staphyIocooci Are
Causing an Epidemic.
Chicago, March 20.-The ailment call
ed "pink-eye" is troubling thousands
of Chicago residents. according to doc
tors and health department. officials.
Chief Medical Inspector Spalding said:
"The staphylococci and streptococcus
germs get into the eyes with the dust
stirred by the winds. The inner sur
face of the eyelid is similar to the lin
Ing of the throat, and these germs read
lily find Judgement there
Dr. Walter Airport said: "There is
no particular way by which this sort of
trouble can be averted, tho the use of
towels accessible to the general pub
lie should be avoided. The malady Is
not especially dangerous"
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
ICE GORGE IN THE MISSOURI.
Great Uneasiness Felt Among Property
Owners in Chamberlain.

Chamberlain, S. D., March 20.-There
is absolutely no change in the gorge
situation. The river is still substan-
tally void of water at this point. The
warm weather of yesterday is pretty
sure to augment the expected flood ma
terially.
Yankton. S. D., March 2o.-The big
ice gorge above Chamberlain is notice
able here. The river fell rapidly dur
ing the night and the ferry boat was
unable to make trips for lack of water.
A most unusual occurrence. Great un-
easiness is felt among property and
stock owners on bottom land.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
Work of conoress.

Washington, March 2O.-At the
opening session of the house today
Hull, of Iowa, reported the army APP
preparation bill. The house resumed
consideration of the river and harbor
bill Soon after the senate convened
today Aldrich, chairman of the COM
mittee on finance, reported bill to re-
peal the war revenue tax and gave no.
tice he would call up the measure for
consideration tomorrow Considera-
ton was then resumed of the bill for
protection of the president.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
NEW SWIMMING RECORD.
Scott Leary and Howard Brewer Made
Several New Marks.

San Francisco, Cal, March 20.-J.
Scott Leary and Howard F. Brewer, the
crack swimmers of the Olympic Ath-
letic Club set several new American
records last night. Leary swan 10
yards in minute and thirteen seconds,
the record being one minute % 2-5 sec
onds held by H. H. Reeder. Leary
covered 1876 yards in one minute and
SO seconds, the former record being one
minute and 40 seconds held by G. H.
Taylor. Brewer reduced the $50 yard
record of 10:3 81 40 to 9:41, and the $40
yard mark from 12:40 2-6 to 1924.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
OTIS ON THE STAND AGAIN.
Continues His Testimony Relative te
the Philippines.

Washington. March 20.-Gen. Otis
today resumed his testimony before the
senate Philippines committee. Senator
Patterson continued his questioning
and referred to the letter dated Sept.
s, 1898, addressed by Otis to Aguinaldo
as Commanding general of the Philip
pine forces" in which he spoke of the
sacrifices made by the revolutionary
forces 'in the interest of civil liberty"
Otis declared this related to their deal
ings with the Spaniards. He admitted
that before the United States army ar
rived in Manila, and for some little time
before they took possession. the insur-
gents held the spaniards hemmed in in
Manila. He denied he led Aguinaldo to
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
BARGE and Crew Sink.

New York. March 2O.-An unknown
barge was stranded near Bridgehamp-
ton, south shore of Long Island, last
night and went to pieces. The Mecox
station life saving crew went to the
wrecked vessel this morning, but could
find no signs of luife there. 1t is be-
lieyed all on board were lost.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
EVANS DENIES THE REPORT.
No Truth in Story He is to be Secretary
Of the Interior.

Washington, March 2o.-commisson-
er of Pensions Evans was shown dis
patch from Birmingham, Ala. to the
effect that a special from Chattanooga.
Tenn. states that close personal friends
there of Pension Commissioners III. Clay
Evans claim to have information that
President Roosevelt Will make him sec
retary of the interior. "There Is abso-
lutely no foundation for the report, !"
said Mr.. Evans. "and / would be glad to
have the Associated Press deny it."
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
Ames Man Found Dead.

Des Moines, March 2O.-John Rey-
nard, aged As. was found dead in a
room at the Des Moines hotel on East
Fifth street Wednesday morning. He
suffered the night before from tonsili-
It's and when advised to go to the hos
pital said he could not afford it. He
leaves wife and children at Ames.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
SAYS COMPANY is a FRAUD.

Subscriber to Home Benefit Concern
Applies for Appoint of Receiver.
Kansas City, March 20.-A receiver
for the Home Benefit association,
dissolution of the company and re-
straining order to prevent the officers
or the company from paying out Its
funds were asked in the circuit today
by subscriber to the association. The
petition alleged that the associations
plan of operation is Missionary and Its
motives dishonorable. The associa-
ton promises to furnish homes on the
payment of $5.35 month on each ST.
900 and has hundreds of subscribers.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
To oEnIaroe Yellowstone.

Washington, March 2O.-The secre-
tary of the interior sent to the senate
the draft of bill providing for the en-
largement of Yellowstone park. In a
communication accompanying the bill
he says the extension of the park
boundaries is necessary to protect the
game in the park.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
Strike in Pittsburq Probable.

Pittsburg, March 20.-Unless con.
ference is granted by the Pittsbure
Railway Company to the dissatisfied
employees of the west end lines before
T:3O tonight the district executive
board of the Knights of Labor will or
der strike. The strike will be for re-
instatement of two discharged men and
regular time for meals.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
HooKkEEPER is SHORT.
Arthur j. Simpson, of Indianapolis, Ac-
cused of Forgery and Embezzle-

indianapolis, March 20.-Arthur J..
Simpson. bookkeeper for the Warman,
Black, Chamberlain Company, livestock
commission brokers. was arrested to-
day on charge of forgery. The amount
alleged in the affidavit as fraudulently
obtained by Simpson is $4.6SS. Detect
ives, who have been working on the
case, said they understood from the
members of the firm that Simpsons
shortage is anywhere from $4,000 to
$4,000. Simpson is highly connected
and has a wife and several children.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
Lady Rodney Granted Divorce.

London, March 20.-Lady Rodney,
daughter of Jason Winborne, and cous-
in of the duke of Marlborough, was
granted divorce today from her hus-
band, the seventh Baron Rodney, on
the grounds of cruelty and intidelity
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
Salmon Declines Call.

Bridgeport, Conn, March 2O.-Rev.
William H. Salmon. pastor of the
South Congregational church, declined
the call to the presidency of Tabor Col
lege, Iowa. extended to him last week.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
Intervention Requested.

Constantinople, March 90 - The
Turkish government has directed the
Ottoman ambassadors to solicit friend
ly intervention of the powers at Sofia
concerning the differences between
Turkey and Bulgaria in relation to
Macedonian affairs.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
WANTS NILES CORRESPONDENCE
Texas Member Asks for Generals Offer
to 60 to Philippines.

to Go to Philippines.
Washington. March 2O-Burleson, of
Texas introduced in the house reso-
luton requesting the president, If not
incompatible with public interests to
transmit to the house copies of all cor
respondence and papers bearing on the
recent request of Lieutenant General
Miles to be assigned to duty in the Phil
ippines and be allowed to put into effect
a plan to bring about an immediate ces-
sation Of hostilities without further loss
of life on either side.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20

A postoffice has been established at
West, Iowa county, with Gustav Mill
Ter as postmaster.
Thomas j. Bass, of Mineral Ridge,
was arrested on the charge of seduc
ton. Rather than face term in state
prison he consented to marriage.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
TO FIGHT ENGLISH IN OMAHA.
"Australian Billy Murphy, of siou,
City, SIGNS Articles.

Sioux City. March o.-"Australian
Billy Murphy. former lightweight
champion of the world. is to fight Clar-
ence English at Omaha. before the Car
roll Athletic Club. The deal was closed
yesterday thru Eddie Robinson, of Om-
aha, English's manager. The fight is
to come off during the first week in
April Murphy is crossing watchman
here now. having seen his best days in
the prize ring. However, he himself
is firmly of the opinion that he is as
good as ever he was.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20

was made at the state department.. The
whole affair is pooh-poohed here and
officials of the government and mem
bers of the commi tees say that the al
legations of Mr.. Gron are too foolish to
be given serious attention.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
Lieut.. Sinclair Acquitted.

Manila. March 20.-Lieut William S.
Sinclair, of the Twenty-eighth 1nfan-
try, recently tried by court martial on
the charge of causing the death of a
soldier prisoner by gagging him and
pouring water on his head, was ac-
ullitted.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
KILLED BY A TRAIN.
Robert Tracy, Aged 70, Struck by Bur
linoton Train Near Lucas.

Special to Times Republican.
Ottumwa. March 2o.-Robert Tracy.
a coal miner, of Cleveland, aged 10
years, was killed by Burlington train
this morning near Lucas. He was
walking ON the track and met the train
Of n o1lrva
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
KAISER HoNoRs ALICE.

Names Torpedo Boat the Alice Roose-
welt.
Wilhelmshaven. March 20.-Emperor
William has directed that the torpedo
boat, now used as a guardship here,
shall be renamed alice Roosevelt"
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
WOOD LEAVES HAVANA.
Comes to Washington to Confer With
Palma and Others.

Havana, March 2O.- Gov. Gen. Wood
left here early today for Miami, on his
way to Washington, where it is ex-
pected final consultation will be held
President Elect Palma and other Gu
bans in regard to establishing the Gu
ban government.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
MAY SELL CANAL.

French Court Grants Permission On
Certain Conditions.
Paris, March 20.-On application or
the Panama Canal Company, the civil
tribunal today approved the eventual
cession of the canal property to the
United States, subject to the reserve
regarding the modification to be OBJ
tained from the Colombian government
concerning articles 20 and 81 of the
agreement.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
Presidential Nomination.

Washington. March 20.-The presi-
dent today nominated Nevada N. Stan
ahan to be collector of customs for the
district of New York.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20

Martin Kostnaphal, 4S years old.
living near Dewitt, committed suicide
while temporarily insane. He took
the shotgun route.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
Cecil Rhodes Better.

Cape Town, March 20.-Cecil Rhodes
passed better night and there was q
distinct improvement in his condition
today.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20

Waesland Victims Body Recovered.
Liverpool, March 2o.-The body of
Elsie Emmett, of South Dakota. who
was drowned in the Waesland disaster,
has been washed ashore near the little
village of Pwellheli, Wales.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20

Etruria Passengers at Southampton.
Southampton, March 20.-The steam
er Elbe arrived here today from the
Azores Islands, having on board pas
sengers of the disabled steamer Etruria.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
Reform School Burned.

Lexington, KY, March 20.-The
Bradley dormitory at the state school
of reform near this city was destroyed
by fire shortly afetr midnight. All the
inmates, numbering 125 boys, escaped.
Loss, $4,000.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
CHAIN MAKERS COMBINE.
Largest Concerns in the Country Con
soidate With $4,000 Capital.

Pitsburg, March 2O.-Seventeen chain
representing the larg-
est concerns in the country. at meet
ing her today agreed on terms Of con-
solidation with a capital of from IL to
10 millions In view of the increase in
steel bar rates, it was decided to ad-
vance prices 81 ton, to take effect at
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1902-03-20
WANT WAR REVIEWED.

Boer Delegates Say South African Con-
aiet Is Carried On in an lnhuman
Fashion.
Arizona republican., 1902-08-09

granted a diploma yesterday by the I.amson business college. the first one issued this year from the business de rartment. Miss Gillett began her busi- ness course last fall and finished all branches required. except arithmetic. nearly two months ago. She will now take few weeks vacation, visiting her friends in northern Arizona. after which she will return to Phoenix and expects to secure Il situation as book keeper.
 AFTER MANY YEARS.-After all absence of seven years from this city. Mrs. l.. L. Wyatt returned to Phoenix yesterday and was warmly greeted by her many friends here. Mrs. Wyatt was formerly an employe of The Re- publican and was recognized as a writ CT of ability as well as a keen business woman. She left the city. and for some time was employed on various papers in the territory. She finally To- cated in Kansas City and accepted a position as q staff writer on the Kan sas City Star. She returned to the ter ritory a few months ago and has been employed as travelling correspondent and business representative of the Tucson Citizen. Mrs. Wyatt was greatly struck by the improvements that had been made in the city since her depar- ture. She left for the northern part of the territory this morning.
Arizona republican., 1902-08-09
TEMPE

Dr. George B. Pratt of Phoenix will preach in the NJ. F.. church next Sun day morning.
 During MT. Clippinger's absence any complaints, business or items for the Tempe Republican may be left with Fl R. Archibald, in the rear of the Farmers and Merchants bank.
 Mrs. Kingsbury and Mrs. Pease were visitors in Phoenix yesterday.
 Miss Lulu Wingar returned last night from visiting her brother, Bert Wingar of Mesa.
 Byron Redden is the proud father of a little girl. born in Long Beach on the 9th of this month.
 There were three heads of water in the Southern Branch and two in the Western yesterday.
 J. L. Johnston spent yesterday in Phoenix
 The Good Templars invite everybody to attend their social on the lawn of r. A. Hough tonight.
 A. W. Cosner has returned from Phoenix, where he has been at work for the past few days.
 V. D. Allison and F. P. Drew of Mesa were in town yesterday.
 Henry Davis of Lehi was a business visitor yesterday.
 Bridges & Hardness were at Mur- phys stables yesterday, buying horses and mules for the east.
 L. L. Harmon and Frank Fogal arc sporting new rubber tired buggies, pur- chased in Tempe, after pricing rigs 1T Phoenix.
 J. C. Robbins and family are bacI ire mthe mountains.
 Company will meet for drill Sat urday night a the usual time. The well-drilling outfit came owe from Phoenix last night. and will begil work at once on the city well.
Arizona republican., 1902-08-09
DYSENTERY CURED WITHOUT
 THE AID OF A DOCTOR.

"I am just up from a hard spell of the fiux' (dysentery) says Mir. T. A. Primer, a well known merchant Of Drummond. Tenn. "I used one small bottle of Chamberlain's Collie, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy and was cured without having a doctor. I consider it the best cholera medicine in the world. There is no need Of employing a doctor when this remedy is used, for no doc tor can prescribe a better medicine for bowel complaint in any form either for children or adults. It never fails and is pleasant to take. For sale by Elvey &s Hulett, druggists.
Arizona republican., 1902-08-09
Additional Local

A REAL ESTATE DEAL.-Judge Morford yesterday sold for the Arizona Building company a lot in block l, in the Bennett tract, to Dr. L. C. Toney. who will build a handsome home there.
 GOVERNORS JOURNEY-The gov ernor left this morning for the north ern part of the territory, accompanied by Mrs. Brodie and their son "Sandie. :" The governor will be absent from the city week. He will stop at Prescott and will spend two days there. He will then go to Flagstaff and Williams. stopping one day at each place.
 CAPTURED TWO MURDERERS.- Deputy United States Marshal Utting has returned from the northern part of
Arizona republican., 1902-08-09
THE LIVE DRUGGISTS.

the territory While in the north MT. Ctting and Forest Ranger Oscar Eel ton were placed in charge of J. w, Smith, alias Sam Dass, and Witt Neal. two desperadoes who are suspected of the Fort Sumner postoffice robbery and the killing of a boy while commit ting the robbery The men were taken to Albuquerque and lodged in the county jail.
 DELEGATES TO MINING CON GRESS-The following delegates have been appointed by Governor Brodie to the international mining congress to be held at Butte. Mont. September l, 1902: W. G. Blakely. Prescott; o. B. Steen, Tombstone; A. J. Doran, King man: Ralph H. Cameron, Flagstaff; w. B. McCleary. Helvetia L. A. Dun ham, Clifton; J. NJ. Ford, Phoenix: C. F. Mills, Clifton: E. E. Greenwood, Prescott: E. A. Haggott. Mayer; J. B. Tomlinson. Prescott; James s. Doug las, Bisbee: J. R. Leonard, Octave; Charles R. Worres, Tucson; J. x. Cur | tis, Tucson.
 | DIED IN ALASEA.-Mr. Frank | Kuchler, Q prominent member of the | A. O. L. w. who fer many years re- sided in Phoenix. died in Nome. Alaska. on the 26th of June. this year. MT.
 Kuchler was a resident of Jerome for i q short time before going to Alaska
 He went to Nome in 1900, where he en-
 gagged in the grocery and restaurant l business. and was prospering at the
 time of his death. MT. Kuchler leaves
 d wife and daughter, who now reside
 in San Francisco, to mourn his death
 JEROME GRADU Ut,TE.-Miss Mag
 gie Gillett of Jerome, Arizona. Wa:
Arizona republican., 1902-08-09
RESERVOIR MASS MEETING.

A mass meeting is called to meet at the court house at , o'clock, Saturday, August 9, to hear the Hon. George H. Maxwell discuss the water problem of the Salt River valley. and to point out to the people, as far as possible, the steps We shall have to take to secure water storage by the United States. His coming means much to this valley. Let us fill the court room so full that an adjournment will have to be made to the lawn in the yard. Everybody come and bring your neighbor.
 (Signed): WILLIAM CHRISTY,
 F. H. PARK FER.
 Members CT water storage committee.
Arizona republican., 1902-08-09

The new dormitory of the normal is assuming proportions, and will prob ably be completed before the specified time. It will be full of lively girls shortly after the first of September.
 Marion Sears returned yesterday from Globe.
Arizona republican., 1902-08-09

Saturday is our big bargain day Great reduction in hats, shoes and un- derwear. K. T. Hyder.
Arizona republican., 1902-08-09

DIR. COUDERT-Ulmer residence, Sixth street. Office hours until 10 a. m.: IA to ! D. ID.
Arizona republican., 1902-08-09
PRESCOTT BUSINESS FIRMS.
 Hotel Burke
AMERICAN PLAN

PRESCOTT, ARIZONA 1O5 rooms All modern conveniences. A strictly first-class and modern hotel. Sample rooms for comercial men.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-09-04
GIRDLE WON GREAT FILLY STAKES.
Beat Dazzling n Short Head over Six
FurIongs in 1:I. s..

New York. Sept. 3-Girdle. Owned by w
c. Whitney, won the Great Ffily Stakes ut
Sheepshead Bay to-day. She was at the
remUneratIve odds OF l. 20 /. and ran the
six fur,onSs with Is pounds Up in the fast
time Of LIE 3-5. Dazzling and Buster.
coupled frcm the keene stable. closed Ia
vOriteS at even money with Ada Nay next
IN demand. Judith Campbell made the run
ming TO the main track where both Girdie
ard Dazzling closed. ard. in 4 furious drive.
Girdie won BY a short head. Dazzling was
second. three lengths In front OF Ada Nay
Faturty eSurEe. hindicap-Rsd Knishi.- ia IL
Smith. 6 70 l. won; AiTSsnderi u usndIy,.
. 10 l. second; Joe Soeh H. ,Hsltsrn,: y 70 l.
WoodIake. Intervention. Monte CARO-. Louise Cot
Pirate. Sir WORMS. The Captain and Orlando
Second race. mile. s.lIng-Rosslgnol. % q. Mar
sHcand; SS,eveiore. g q. smi;hj. ; to /. third,
Time. i:O sadaucee. CIonmei. Doctor Riddle.
Third race. the Great Fiiy Stake. for :-year-
old Miles. last six furionss OF The FutIrty
ziinE. rs shaw. cvea. second: Ada Nay. IA
tOdsui. u to ; th..t: Tine; l:iz % judith
i- and Love Note aiso ran Buster and Daz-
ziing coupled IN betting
and \ f~urionr-1gn!ter. los shaw. $ 10 l. won:
Whisky King. lbs tRsdisral. s % ; second: ne
south Tnmbie. Kindred and Dixie Lire also ran.
Fifth race. the HeTpStsad Cup S;ssplechase
and 0ne-half milss-Seir PIutcctIcl. Ii Page.
= to :. Won. HsrE F"rw--t. IL tS1rrn. : TO l.
$50 IS. silent Friend and Howard Crafty ais
ran Howard Crafty fell
sixth race mile sad a n!Ti3'e on tgFf handi-
e shea u 20 / See.si: A.yarce |gard ~
Remorse and AaSy WIuii-i ais5 raT.
To-Dny's sheepshead Bay Entries
First race six furlonEs. On main track. sell