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Weekly independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1887-1914, 1902-02-14
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The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
CREDIT DUE
 TO GERMANY Blocked Scheme to Ham,
 per America. THE NOTE OF PAUNcEFoTE Was Designed to Place United
 States in a Hole. Berlin ohacials Claim That They Have Documentary Proof of the British Ambassadors Step
 The Matter Dropped.
THE NOTE OF PAUNcEF0TE

Berlin. Feb. s.-The critics of Great Britain here are disposed to let Lord Pauncefote's note of April 14. lsss. drop with the explanation eabied from Wash ington. but nothing unfriendIy to the United States was meant thereby. They say that the fact stands that Great Britain did initiate second proposal for a European remonstrance. The expla- nation that President Mckinley was privy to Lord Pauncefote's purpose and approved the British proposal before 1t was made is not accepted here.
 A person who is In a position to know the opinion of the German Foreign Of flee said:
 We are disinclined to discuss Lord Pauncefote's motives. We simply nail step unpleasant for the United States and 1t was Germany's refusal to partici- pate that frustrated the movement.''
 Moreover. documentary proof that Great Britain took such step exists on the files of the European Cabinets.
 The Berliner Neuste Nachrichten this evening prints a statement regarding Lord Pauncefote's note of April fl. iSoS. similar to the one cabled to the Assos, ciated Press today, adding. Let the people of England and America believe this and not compel official quarters in Berlin to prove the truth of the state ment made here by publishing documents. All the suspicious rasied against Ger many in this matter must fall flat to the ground before the tncisputable facts.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
WALKER CONCLUDES
CLOSELY QUESTIONED BY NOR
 GAN AND HANNA.
Head of the Canal Commission Says He Fayora the RaTaIaa Reiite, ,yg, Because It is the
 Shorter.

Washington, Feb. s.-Adniral Walker concluded his testimony before the Senate Committee on Inter-oeeanic Canals today, and Colonel Haupt. another member Of the Isthmian Canal Commission. Is to be heard Monday. 3 s-
 The examination. today was with refer ence to the reasons why the Canal Com mission changed it's recommendations from the Nicaragua to the Panama route The reasons given by the witness for his change are that the Panama route is much shorter and that 1t has fewer curves and that those curves which do exist are not so sharp as the curves in the Nicaragua route. He also said he believed that with proper quarantine regulations the health conditions of the region along the Panama line could be much improved. He did not consider the present condition from a health point of view as bad.
 The questions bringing out these points were asked largely by Senator Hanna who also made inquiries concerning the water supply for the Panama cansl aho ths difficulties in the way of constructing n dam at Bohio. With reference to the dam. Admiral Walker said he had no doubt that the engineering dimculties could be ovecome and he also expressed the opinion that the water supply would he ample. He stated in reply to ques- lions by other Senators that the curves in the Panama waterway would be quite sbarp. but he was of the opinion that steam vessels would be able to round IL He also said that the harbor at Panama could be maintained at nominal cost
 Senator Morgan questioned the witness at length with reference to the commits sion's investigation of the power or the new Panama Canal Company to transfer tbe property and give clear title. Ad- mIral Walker said he had been satlsheo in a general way that the new Panama Canal Company would be capable or passing the property to the United states with Acceptable title, but that he was not a lawyer and that he felt satlsheo in case the recommendation of the con- mission to accept the Panama route should be favorably acted upon by Con eress. the President would be assured by competent legal advice of the genuine ness of the title before accepting the transfer.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
THE CONSULS WILL NOT ACT An Answer to the Note
 from Herrera, PROVINCE OF FOREIGNERS Ready to Assist in LesSening
 Bl00dShed.
PROVINCE OF FOREIGNERS
of Panama, Colon and the Railway Line Neutral Can Only bs Done. by Agreement Be-
 tween Parties to War.

Panama, Feb s-The foreign consuis have agreed to send to the insurgent General Herrera the following answer to his note addressed to the American. French, British and German consuls:
 His Excellency. Acting Governor Aris- tides Arjona, kindly delivered to certain persons of the consular body letters from you. We understand they were intended for all the consular corps, and. therefore, through the Governor. we beg to reply that the proposal declaring Panama, Co lon, and the railr oad line neutral zone. is ideal and something that we. repre- senting foreign interests, would gladly hail as an accomplished fact. However. as we see it at present and in view of existing laws. we recognize the difficulty. If not the impossiblity, of it's accom- plishment It could be done only by agreement between the contending par ties to this unplta- ant and unfortunate trouble. We are extremely anxious to do all in our power to lessen the mortal- ity and useless waste of property; yet it must be ever and positively under stood that we have and will continue to ESInaiu ueuIrdi.
 'As regards the advising of their re- spective Governments, each consul will exercise his individual judgment. In case the contending forces submit to us or any member of our body any matter and asks advice for its determination, we shall be ready and willing to act. If the same is within the scope of our duties. but any and all initial measures must be taken by the two contending parties, and first agreed upon by them. Any uther course would subject us to the charge of meddling in local affaira which is not our province. purpose or desire.
 Foreigners and foreign property has every right to full and ample protec- ton. and this we shall under all cir cumstances. insist upon. The Govern ments having spe clal tr atty rights will. We presume, see that they are not vio- lated.
 'In hope that there will be an early determination of the civil strife which has existed for over two years, beg to subscribe myself in behalf of the con sular corps, Very truly,
 . H. A. Gudger,
 Dean Consular Corna
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
PRISONERS DARING ESCAPE.
Shattered Car Window and Leaped
 For Liberty.

Baltimore. Feb. e.--A daring escape of a prisoner from . railroad tram just outside of this city was iepWtsd tonigat etp the i~cAt police GspartinenI
 George Schollenberger, in charge of Deputy United States Marshal Edward St Clair, Ieft Chicago last night over the Baltlrlore and Ohio Railroad en route to Philadelphia. wh TO Schollenberger is wanted on change of vto- lating the oleomargarine law.
 According to the deputy nlarshais story. shortly after the train left thls city about 7:3o o'clock tonight Sohollenbe. ger went into the toilet room of the in which t.ley were travelling. After standing at the door for ten minutes. St. Claif's suspicious wee aroused and he opened the door to find the loom empty and the window shattered. The train was i'm uediateiy stopped and St. Clair returneI over the tracks to Baltimore and reported the es- cape to Marshal Fai nam.
 description of the prisoner wae at once sent to all the police stations and sharp lookout Is being kept for him. Sch1ilenbe ger had jumped his bail bond in Philadelphia but was Tearrested in Chisago.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
Mardi aras at Charleston.

Charleston. S. C.. Feb. s.-The Mardi Gras Carnival and Floral Fiesta which Is to last thrae days was opened at the Exposition auditarium tonight with the coronation of the flower queen by the queen regent
 The driu by the queens guard. twenty of the loveliest young women of Charles ton, and the dance of 100 little girls were attractive and picturesque features of the ceremonies. The leading characters of the Mardi Gras Carnival are among the most prominent society people of Charls-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
PATERSON, N. j., ON FIRE:
Flames Seem Beyond Control of the
 Departments.

Departments
 New York, Feb. 9.-Ffre broke out shortly after midnight in the car sheds at Patterson, N. J., and the flames. driven by brisk wind. spread to. the surround Ing buildings.
 At this hour it seems as though the fire is getting beyond control. The First Baptist Church is burning and 1t Is fear ed the loss will be enormous, though even an approximate estimate now is im- possible.
 Later~-At this hour the Baptist Church has hean completely gutted. The flames have started from a dozen places in the vicinity. and the wind Is adding to the fury of the flames. The police reporteno fatalities so far.
 The office of The Paterson. Guardian Is burning, and that of The Call is threat sned. The electric lighting system Is completely disabled, and the town Is in darkness. Assistance has been called from nearby towns. and there is a panic amongst the citizens. The old City Hall. one of the most ancient structures in Pa terson. is doomed. The damage will amount up into hundreds of thousands of dollars. At this time the firemen have no control of the fire.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
Plans of Silva.

Washington Feb. S-Mr S' '1. the Co- lombian Minister, said tonight that ne had been in consultation today with F. Mustis Duray, a special commissioner appointed by the Governor Of Panama who is also the attorney for the Panama Pai,road Company, and a satisfactory conclusion was reached. Minister Silva said that next week he would be ready to present a plan to the Isthmian Canal Commission which will clear the way for final negotiations. -t
 This plan" said he. "cannot be con- strued as an effort to secure delay. be- cause We shall fix precise time for the Colombian Government to ratify every thing which may be done here, and 1T 1t Is not ratified during that time. the Government of the United States will be at liberty to choose another route. l have no doubt, however, that my Gov ernment will take favorable action"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
-~-..-laa-.-------l.------.- G. J. KoBUsCH ARRESTED.
Accused of Implication in St. Louis
 Bribery Scandal.

St. Louis, Feb. s-George J. Kobusch, President of the St. Louis Car Company. was arrested late this afternoon on a bench warrant issued at the instance of the grand jury charging him with per- jury.
 Mir. Kobusch gave bond in the sum of s5.O00 for his appearance in court Monday to answer an indictment which it is be- lieved the grand Jury has returned.
 The issuance of the bench warrant against Mir. Kobusch. while great sur prise to him. had been expected by some of those who have followed closely the proceedings of the grand jury in it's in yestigation of the charges of municipal corruption in connection with the St. Louis and Suburban Street Railway Com pany's franchise and the Central Trac- ton bill,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
NEGRO CLUB WOMEN.
Admission to the National Body is
 Discussed.

New York. Feb s.-A conference be- tween the representatives of Massachu- setts and Georgia woman's clubs, which has been in session at the Holland House two days. has reached a point where the ladies have a much fuller understanding of tho needs of their respective sections:
 After lorg deliberation they have agreed upon a pan which they will take to their constituents for approval and which It is hoped will harmonize all interests. :. Mrs. May Alden Ward of Boston, Pres tdent of the Massachusetts State Fedora ton of Woman's Clubs; Mrs. Anna D. West of Somerville. Vice-President of tho Massachusetts. Federation; Mrs. Ida Barnett Adams of Lowell. General Fed eration Secretary for Massachusetts; Mrs. J: Lindsay Johnson. life 6'recfor of the Georgia Federation of Womans Clubs: Mrs. A. Q. Granger. President of the Georgia Federation, and Mrs. Samuel Merrill and Mrs. Ramsay, Secretaries for Massachusetts and Georgia, respec- lively. have participated in the confer erce.
 The question of admitting colored wo- mems clubs to the General Federation of Womans Clubs has been one of the main subjects under discussion.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
CHIEF OF THE cHERoKEEs.
Thomas Burlington confers With
 Agent Schoenfelt.

'Muskgee. I. T.. Feb. s.--Thomas Buff fington, chief of the Cherokee Nation. was here today consulting Indian Agent Shoenfeit with re gard to furni hing food and supplies to starving Cherokee In- dians. In the districts of Tahlequah, sa- line, Flint, Going Snake and Delaware. many full bloods have been on starvation rations for the past two months and in the hills there is great suffering.
 The dry weather of last year burned the Indians corn and destroyed their only means of subsistence. Chief Burlington inquired of the Indian Agent if some way could be devised whereby some of the money collected for the Indians could be used in furnishing supplies. An effort will be made by Colonel Shoenfelt to get money to relieve the distress.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
HAY DEMANDS INFORMATION
Governor of Colorado Asked About a
 Claim of S56. 900.

Denver, Colo, Feb. s-The News says that a demand has been made upon Gov ernor Orman by Secretary of State Hay at Washington for an investigation of the destruction last summer of the build ings of William Radcliffe. an English- man. located on Grand Mesa Lake, in this State, by mob. Radcliffe appealed to British Ambassador Pauncefote for redress. demanding $55.0Oo damages of the State of Colorado.
 The trouble grew out of a dispute be- tween ranchmen and Radcliffe over fin- ishing privileges and culminated in the killing of 8 ranchman named Domack by one of Radcliffes guards. A few days later the buildings on the lakes were destroyed by fire, it was claimed, started by friends of Womack in revenge of the death. The matter was originally refer red to Governor Orman early in January, and according to The News, a communi- cation from Secretary Hay has just been received asking what had become of 1t.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
PRINTER ON A TEAR.
Fatally Shot His Wife and Attacked
 Other Relatives.

Chicago, Feb. S.-Charles Davidson. printer. fatally shot his wife. Flora Da- vidson. tonight, seriously wounded hts father-in-law and brother-in-law. and was then beaten into insensihility with a baseball bat by the wounded brother in- law.
 Davidson's wife left him recently and was living with her mother and father at zoo Adams Aventie. Tonight Davidson gained admission to the house by strate- gem and immediately shot his wife four times. He then shot his wtfe's father. whose name is Roberts. infiicting q wound in the forearm. Roberts's son was shot in the shoulder. Davidson then went into a side rot m to reload his revolver, saying he would return and finish them all As soon as he emerged. young Rob erts attacked him with a baseball bat.
 Davidson Is now in the hospital and may not live until morning.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
Did Not Believe in Vaccination and
 Made an Experiment.

tonight by the announcement Of the Board of Health that Dr. dmmanuel Pfeiffer who voluntarily exposed himself to smallpox at the hospital of Galloupes Island about two weeks ago. IS III with the disease in its worst form and proba- hly cannot live.
 Dr. Pfeiffer is one of the strongest o,- ponents of vaccination in the State. and recently appeared before the legislative sory vaccination law. Having the cour- age of his convictions he went to Gal- loupcs Island and completely exposed himself to smallpox. pr. Pfeiffcr gained notorietv some time ago by fasting for a month.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
MINNIE xuRrz FOUND.
Police Said to Have connived with ' Her in Evading Warrant.

-"@~>~~0
 New York, Feb. 2-District Attorney Jerome spent a great part of today prob ing . case which is attracting much att
 At the lime wardman George Bissert of the police force, was prosecuted for neglect of duty. the testimony of one Minnie Kurts was much desired by the Etate. She disappeared, however. and was thought to have gone to Europe. Friday night of this week she was ar rested. in this city by detectives in the employ of the District Attorney. Mir. Je- rome at once began an investigation with a view to finding whether the city police had any knowledge of Minnie kurtz's presence in the city. 1t being said she has been in and out of the Tenderloin district for the last two months.
 After her disappearance bench warrants were issued for her and 1t Is claimed the police knev this but did not act.
 MT. Jerome today summoned before Justice Mayor in special sessions the kurtz woman and live other women bc- iieved to know the facts. Acting Police Captain Churchill. with his wardman. were also callers at the District Attor- ney's office. The Captain strenuously de. nIed printed story that Minnie Kurtz had visited his station while the police were supposed. to be looking for her.
 The proceedings before Justice Mayor today were secret. The woman remains in the custody of the poiice.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
SAMPSON AND CROMWELL.
Yesterday Their Last Day in Active
 Service

Washington. Feb. 9.-This was the last day In active service of Rear Admirals William T. Sampson and Bartlett Cromwell and tOmor- TOW the names of both will be placed on the retired list, on account of their having reached the age of 62 years.
 Rear Admiral Sampson is lying i'll at his home in this city. Rear Admin al Cromwell is in command of the European Stau5n and his flag ship the Chicago. is now in the Mediter- taneaIi.
 Captain Joseph E. Craig. commanding the Albany senior officer on the station, W Il as- sume temporary command of the s'ation upon Admiral cromweli- re'~ern ~+ "" this command until the arrival on the scene early in April or Rear A1In.II and his stan.
 Rear Admiral Taylor. who is to succeed Rear Admi, al Crowinshield as chief Of the Bureau of Navigation, has yet to be nominated to the Senate and confirmed before he can take charge of the office.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
SHOT AT DIVORCED WIFE.
Frank Stephenson Started on Mur-
 derous Pilgrimage

instantly killing Deputy Sheriff William Cooper at 10 o'clock tonight, Frank w. Stephenson succeeded. after his revolver had been taken away from him by two bystan iers. in pulling a second weapon. and, th.lst.ns 1t into their faces, he compelled them to retreat while he made good hts escape.
 Stephenson started out on a murdernus pil- grimage. He first visited the home of his divorced wife and fired a shot at her. also at Joseph Balachkas in whose family Ehe had lived for two years. The shot at his wife failed to take effect. but a bullet lodged in Balachkes's jaw. Cooper was murder ed effort is now being mada to arrest the mur- harnr
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
Man Fatally Manrled.

Pensacola, Fla, Feb. S.-John Williams. well known bay man. while at work on the German steamer Claudius. which was being loaded by steam this after noon. got caught in the cable of the dinkey engine which pounded him on the deck and so seriously mangied and lacerated his flesh that he will die before morning. s4s-.-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
Street Gar Strikers Demonstrate.

Terre Haute. Ind, Feb. e.--The striking street car men held . labor demonstration 1 300 union workmen marched. The Electsic Company did not operate It's cars during the day or night and no attempt at violence Uc- cured. At night monster meeting was h-id at the armory and addresses were made by President Mahon of the Street Railway Elm bor leaders made speeches So far there has been no yielding on either sido and the boy colt which started three weeks ago Is stilI affect
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
NEWS FROM CASTRO.

Government Forces are Now Concen-
 trated at Agua Dulce.
 Panama, Feb. S.-A vessel from Citre brings news that General Castro has concentrated his forces at Agua Dulce. In an official report General Castro says he has not been attacked and that he believes provisions are scare in the revolutionary camps.
 He also announces the death from fever of Major Tayan, the leader of the forces engaged in the first fight with General Herrera's troops after their landing
 General Triana has been appointed to receive the cruiser President Pinzo. re- gently bought by Colombia from Chile The news from General Castro was re- ceived with enthusiasm in government circles here.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
NOT APPROVED BY PRESIDENT
He Declines to Recommend Theodore Roosevelt for Breyet,

washington, Feb. ,S.-The President has approved with one notable exception all the recommendations made by the Army Brevct Board, of which General MaeA rthur was President. for the htst0w. al of b'evet rank upon all the officers of the army who rendered especially meritorius Services during the war with Spain and in the subseouent campaigns in the Philippines and China.
 2 The exception noted is the case of The odore Roosevelt. who was awarded the brevets of Colonel and Brigadier Gen. eral for distinguished services at San Juan, Santiago.
 These brevets require the confirmation oe the Senate. IL is expected that the merits of honor and certificates of merit recommended by the board for individual gallantry. which also have been ap- proved by the President, will be. ar- 'nounced at the War Department next week. These awards do not require the sanction of the Senate.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
The Albany Rurgesses.

Louisville, Ky, Feb. S.-The Albany burgesses corps and the Old Guard of New York, together with several guests; the whole party numbering 126. arrived In. Louisville over the Baltimore and Ohio Southwestern Railroad at 7oO O clock tonight, about eight hours behind their schedule. An hour later they left for New orleans over the Illinois Central The party occupies seven cars. which are run as a special train. Battery A or Louis ville. fired a salute as the tram reacheo this city
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
More Peace Plana.

London, Feb. s.-A dispatch to a news agency from Brussels says. It IS un- dorstood here that the Boer delegates have decided to submit to the conditions laid down in Lord Landsdowne's commu- ufcation to the Dutch Government and are preparing a communication to the government asking permission to visit South Africa and setting forth the object of the proposed visit. It is expected that the request will reach England next week,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
MUST GIVE UP TOBACCO.
Employees of the Frisco Must Give
 Up the Weed.

Sa. Louis, Feb. &-The St. Louis and San Francisco Railroad Company has issued an order for bidding the use of to- bacco by passenger trainmen In uniform on duty and by employees in' general around railway stations.
 The anti-tobacco Is the order Of E. l.. Winchell. General Manager of the road It's object, the officials of the system say, is to keep the stations cleaner and add to the comfort of the passengers. The rule went into effect February 5. and the management expects 1t to become a permanent rule. As with other rules of the company. dismissal Is the penalty for repeated violations.
 Trainmen. ticket agents, baggage men and all employed on passeng~r trains or In or about railway stations must com ply with the mandate. and while prima- rily aimed at cigarettes pipes and cigars, the order embraces chewing tobacco as well.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-02-09
canhnn in Florida.

Columbus. O.. Feb. s.-General William L. McMlllen died this afternoon at the boroo of his step-son in this city, aged 79 wears. General McMillen served throughout the Civil War, retiring with the rank of I3rigadier General. He par ticipatNd in many battles in the West. IJis bricade was sent from Memphis to tht relief of General Thomas at Nash vile. General McMillen was collector of