davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
MARRIAGES IN GREENSBORO.
Three IN the Past Two Days Is No Mean
Record.
Especial to News and Observer, ,

(SpeclaI 10 news and ODSeryer)
Greensboro, n. c.. Dec. 24.-The mar
riage of Mr.. A. B. Kimball, of this CITY.
to Miss Cora Donnell, of Oak Ridge, at
the home of the brides parents. Mr.. and
Mrs. w. o. Donnell, yesterday was a
beautiful ceremony, attended by a large
number of friends of the highly esteemed
couple. Rev. T. ]. Ogburn, of the Meth
odist Protestant church. officiated, the
walters being Mr.. w. o. Donnell, Jr., and
Miss Mary Kimball, DR.. j. S. Brooks and
Miss Minnie Atwater. Mr.. Kimball and
his bride arrived in Greensboro at eight
o'clock and after supper took the south
bound train for an extended bridal trip.
Mr.. r. D. w. Connor, principal of the
graded schools of Wilmington, and son
of Justice Connor. of the Supreme Court,
with his bride, nee Miss Sadie Hanes,
of Mocksville, took supper at the Ben
bow last night, en- route North on bri-
dal tour.
Mrs. H. G. Connor, mother. and Miss
Kate Conaor, sister of the groom, of Will
son, spent the night here, going home
from the marriage.
Rev. Walter Calcombc and bride, of
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
THE ARBITRATION
PROPOSALS ARRIVE
The President Can Accept or
Reject Outright.
DECISION NOT YET KNOWN
Messages Received During RooseveIt's Ab-
sence. II is Known He Is Disposed
to Act. With all Speed in
Sho Maitor
the Matter.
tBy the Associated Press.)


Washington, Dec 24-The proposals
of Great Britain and Germany that
Roosevelt arbitrate the Venezuelan dis
pute have reached Washington. They are
in such form that the President can ac-
cept or reject the proposition outright.
So far the messages having been re-
ceived while the President was absent
from the White House, he has had no
opportunity to consider them and until
he does so, his decision cannot be
known. For the same reason nothing
can be gathered here as to the details
of the proposals, and, although great
interest is felt as to the limitations
which the allies will ask to be placed
on the arbitration. curiosity on that
point must remain unsatisfied until the
President has finally made up his mind
what he shall do. 1t is known that he
is disposed to act with all speed in this
matter, for he realizes that the condi-
tions on the blockade line are such that
almost any moment an unpleasant in
cident may occur through the obstinacy
of some skipper or from a genuine mis-
understanding as to the terms of the
blockade that may diminish the chances
of peaceful settlement of the Vene-
zuela trouble.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25

Montreal, stopped here for the night, en-
route to the old home of the groom at
Mt. Airy to spend the holidays.
Last night, at eight O'Clock, at the home
of Mrs. George Lampman, on Lee street,
her daughter, Miss Roberta, was married
to Mr.. B. D. Blackburn, the popular
travelling salesman for the Mclean Gro
cery Company, Rev. Sanders R. Guig-
nard officiating. Miss Matte Rose was
maid of honor, and Mr.. Samuel Hill, of
High Point, best man. A large number
of friends of the couple were present,
and after an elegant dinner they took
the train for bridal tour.
Today at one o'clock Mr.. w. Ira May
nard, manager of the A. D. Jones & Co. S
branch business at Gastonia, and Miss
Helen Jeffries, of Greensboro, were mar
ried at the home of the brides parents
on Mendenhall street, Rev. DIR. Turren-
tine officiating After a delightful re-
ception and collation., the bridal party
took the train for Roxboro, to be pres
ent tonight in the Methodist church there
at eight o'clock, at the marriage of the
groom's brother, Mr.. ]. r. Maynard, to
Miss Lena Carver, of RoXboro.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
Steamers for Mahogany Trade.
(Bv the Associated Press.l

Louisville, KY, Dec PA line of
steamers for the Central American and
African mahogany trade is to be estab-
lished by the C. c. Mengel, Jr. G Broth
crs' Company, of Louisville, to ply be-
tween New Orleans and the mahogany
ports. deal will soon be closed for a
twin screw steamer to cost about $780,,
000 and others have been offered the COM
pany, which is considering the advisable
ity of purchasing several at this time. The
company intends to own its own steamers
and transport its own logs. The Mengel
concern has large contracts for logs and
extensive timber leases in British Hon
duras and Guatemala and also buys a
considerable percentage of the mahogany
logs at the port of Lgos, on the western
coast of Africa.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
Burglary Assisted by Policeman.
(By the Associated Press.)

Chicago, Dec. 24.-Police Patrick Ma
honey was found guilty and Daniel
Curran, co-defendant, mot guilty" of
burglary by a jury which returned its
verdict of a locally sensational case in
Judge McEwen's court today.
The burglary Of Hagemann's jewelry
store with which the defendants Were
charged, NOTED the robbers $10,000. of
which $1,000 was recovered by the police.
James Clark and an accomplice We're
convicted and served terms in the peni-
tentiary. Upon his release Clark told a
story to the States attorney, which re-
suited in the arrest of Curran, saloon-
keeper, and Mahoney, policeman, ard
we'll respected among his fellows. Clark
testified that Mahoney, in full uniform,
stood guard while the jewelry store was
being looted.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
MAI. GLENN BLAMELEss.
Official Inquiries of Alleged cruelties Now
Progressing in Philippines.
(Bv the Associated Press.


Manila, Dec 24.-Several official in
quiries into charges of alleged cruelty to
natives by soldiers are at present pro-
crossing throughout the islands Some
of these cases have been investigated
previously.
When General Milse wtasa. Sc IS. 3
When General Miles was at Lipa, in
the province of Batangas, Luzon, certain
natives laid charges before him that dur
ing the campaign of RECOMMENDATION
American soldiers had committed acts
of cruelty and violence. Colonel Morris
c. Foote. of the 2Sth Infantry, was de-
tailed to investigate. Colonel Foote
found the charge of violence to be un-
true. but it is believed he found in some
cases that the water cure had been ad
ministered. His report will be sent to
Washington.
The inquiry into the causes which led
to the death of Father Augustin has been
completed and forwarded to Washington.
The water cure was administered to
Father Augustin at Banate, Panay Is
land the priest died from the effects of
this treatment. 1t is said that large
sum of money has been raised among the
natives of the Southern islands and sent
to Boston to aid in the private prosecu
ton of the Augustin case. The claim
has been made tha this money was in
tended for use again Major Edwin F.
Glenn, of the Fiftieth Infantry, who is
charged with unlawfully and wilfully
killing seven prisoners of war. and whose
trial will be continued here in January.
Major Glenn, however, was in no way
connected with the Augustin case.
Major Glenn is a native of Greensboro.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
FUS|LADE OF SHOTS
Drunks Defy Police and Get
Worst of 1t.
One viii Probably Die. Two Others Seriously
Wounded. Created Somewhat of
Panic.
(By the Associated Press.)

Dillsboro. n. c., Dec. 24.-Philip and
George Morgan, brothers, and George
Cunningham, living about three milas
from Dillsboro, at tho Harris 50 { ~ ~
mines, came to Dillsboro this morning
and became intoxicated and disorderly.
When Town Marshal c. w. DiIls, as
sisted by T. w. Mason, undertook to
arrest the men, who had created some
what of a panic, all three men drew
knives and pistols and defied the officers.
A fusilade of shots followed After sthe
shooting ceased it was found that George
Cunningham was shot in the shoulder,
George Morgan in the head and Philip
Morgan just above the eye. George
Morgan will probably die, but it is
thought the others may recover. Dills
and Mason were not hurt.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
Sad Christmas at Mebane.

Especial to the News and Observer
Mebane, N. G., Dec. PA gloom was
passed over our village yesterday morn
ing by the death of one of our best citi-
zens, Mr.. A. 3. York. He was only sick
two weeks with Bright's disease. He
was thirty-one years of age and mem
ber of the Presbyterian church, a per-
feet example for all young men. He
leaves a mother, father, five brothers,
two sisters and a host of friends to mourn
his death.
Mr.. York was registered pharmacist
of North Carolina.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
DEATH OF DR. WEST HARRIS.
he Was Held of the Highest Esteem by MANY
Friends.

Especial to the News and Observer)
Pittsboro, n. c., Dec. 24-Dr. West
Harris, retired dentist, died at his
home, one mile north of Pittsboro, YES
terday, in his 18th year He had prac
ticed his profession with success in the
town of Pittsboro for about forty years
when old age and infirmaties compelled
him to retire. No man in Chatham
county hads more friends than he. He
was warm hearted, wholesouled and
generous to his fellow man. His Friendly
greetings will be sadly missed by his
many friends who SO often visited him
in his retirement. He is survived bv
his wife but no children. He will be
buried III the Presbyterian church yard
in Pittsboro Wednesday afternoon, If
which he had been member since is
organization over so years ago.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
May Be No Senator From Colorado
(By the Associated Press.)

Denver, Colo, Dec. 24.-The State Can
vassipg Board today awarded the certi-
fcate of election as representative in
the cgsputed San Juan district to C. 4.
Cooper, Republican. The House will
contains "a Republicans and 81 Demo-
Gratis, and the Senate II Republicans and
"a Democrats. The Republican leaders
are planning to unseat 15 Democratic
members-e ELECT of the House on the
ground of fraud, and thus securing a ma
jority on joint ballot. This step, if taken.
will probably result in a deadlock be-
tween the House and the Senate which
may prevent the election of a United
States Senator
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
WARRANTS AGAIasr SOUTHERN k'Y'
Issued by Mayor of Greensboro for Blocking
Streets More Than 10 Minutes.
Especial to the News and Observ,

Especial to the News and Observer.)
Greensboro, N. c.. Dec 24-War-
rants have been issued against the
Southern Railway by the mayor for
violating the city ordinance against
blocking streets more than ten minutes
with it's trains. One charge is for an
hours blocking of one crossing. The
cases will be heard after Christmas.
Yesterday, train No. 81, due from
Washington at 7;05 a. m., arrived at
12:15 p. NJ. The delay was caused by the
fact that it carried eleven heay Pullman
cars, the coal gave out and wood had to
be substituted. At several grades on
the way the engine stalled. This long
train officers say, blocked the Main
street crossing twenty minutes at the
busiest season of the day, and there was
long line of street cars, trucks and
vehicles of every description on both
sides of the crossing. to the main high
way of the city's business.
Frank Clendening, the 15-year-old son
of G. T. Clendening, of Friendship, while
setting in his fathers wagon last night in
front of hardware store, slipped and
fell, breaking his left arm in two places.
There was a meeting last night at the
Benbow Hotel of the Atlantic Refining
Companys statesmen of this division,
called for conference with the manager,
H. L. Hopkins. The headquarters of
this company is at Cleveland, Ohio, but
recently an extensive branch house has
been established in Richmond to meet
the heavy Southern business.
Those present last night were: H. L.
Hopkins, manager, and Messrs. B. FL.
Marsh, Jack Saunders, r. K. Gilbert, o.
L. Roach. Charles Kerner. Jack Hop
kns, and Percy G. HartZog
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
Germany Wants Roosevelt.
(By the Associated Press }

10Y tIIt TtSS.J
Berlin, Dec. 24-Germany is anxious
to receive President Roosevelts accept
ance of the formal invitation from Ger
many and Great Britain to act as arbtra-
tor in the Venezuelan controversy. The
German governments preference is very
decidedly in favor of arbitration through
President Roosevelt, rather than thro IN
The Hague Tribunal, because it believes
the President will reach an early decis-
ion, whereas The Hague court would re-
quire many months. The officials here
also insist that it is to the United
States advantage to have the President
decide the matter.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
No Word From Diehl.
(By the Associated Press.)

IBy Ine ASSOclated PTeSS.J
Washington, Dec. 24.-The Navy De-
partment today received no word from
Commander Diehl, of the Marietta con-
cerning his reported protest against the
action of the blockading squadron at Car
acas in refusing to allow the Red Liner
Caracas to remain in the harbor yester-
day long enough to discharge her cargo.
No request for instructions has come
from him. The officials of the depart
ment have entire confidence in Command
er Diehl's ability to handle the situation
and unless they hear something frcm him
in the shape of a protest against the ac-
tion of the allies they will make no
move.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
YOUNG SOLDIERS SUDDEN DEATH,
@ = Hicks, son ofDr Htsss of -
Service in Cuba, phllippiusas Ind CEIs

ID q KICKS, Ton 0f Bf aEeA5 OF u &6W
Service in Cuba, phllipplusaf Ind cSlA
Especial to the News md Observed
Rutherfordton, N. c., Bee. 24.-Mr 0
P. Hicks, son.~-ssNrar bliver Hicks q
Carcleen, N. c., died Of heart disea &c a
Atlanta yesterday, and Will be bro hugh
here fsf Burial today. He was born dnc
raised here and was about 26 years & cid
at the time of his death.
He entered the artillery service of Vthe
United States army in 1898, and u las
assigned to Capt. Riley's Battery
He saw service in Cuba, the Philib-
pines, and China, and was at the stor1sl-
ing of the walls of Pekin, where Capt.
Riley was killed, and was one OF the
first to enter the city after it was taken,
He served continuously his term of
enlistment, three years, and was muster
ed out in 1901, at San Francisco.
He has been living in Georgia several
months with a brother-in-law, Capt E.
e. Reve-ley, who will accompany the
remains from Atlanta.
His sudden death was quite surprise
to his many friend here.
Mr. Hicks was a resident, and popular
physician, here for more than thirty
years, prior to 30 when he moved 20
Caroleen, in this county.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
BOILER HOUSE BURNED.
Fire at Apex Lumber Co. Negro Woman Ar
rested for Completely in Burglary
Especial to the News and Observe

Especial to the News and Observer
Hamlet, n. c., Dec. 24-The boiler
house of the Apex Lumber Company was
destroyed by five this morning about 3
o'clock. The fire was caused by fiue
bursting and blowing fire from the
furnace into the shaving-room, which
was arranged near to the furnaces for
the convenience OF firing. The fire was
confined to the boiler house, and no other
part of the plant was damaged. The
fireman, a negro, was badly scalded and
received a severe cut on the head from
a flying piece of iron.
A negro woman by the name of Mary
Johnson, was arrested yesterday on sus-
picion of knowing something of the
burglary of the j. B. Caudle Company's
store last Thursday night She told
where a part of the stolen goods could
be found, also she implicated three men
two 70 whom Fletcher Covington and
Flowers, were arrested and placed
in the county jail at Rockingham. The
other negro, Joe Bagan, has not been
apprehende yet.
The Hamlet Grocery Company, which
as Incorporated few days since WITH
a. capital stock of $25 900, opened doors
this morning and is now ready for busi-
ness.
Some time ago Dave Biles got his
foot mashed under the trucks of an en-
gine and DR.: Sayers had hoped to save
it, but deemed it necessary Sunday to
amputate The operation was a success
and Dave is now doing well.
Major F. K. Huger, superintendent
0f ar6
Air Line Railway, has been in the city
for several days.
The Hamlet electric lights were turned
on few nights since and are giving per-
feet satisfaction
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
PLAN MARCH ON CARACAS
Ammunition Expected Every Day. Situation
for Castro Again P4rIlous. Attacked by
Foreigners and His Own CounfyHen:-
Resources ranisbeG
(By the Associated Press.)


Willemstad, Island of Curacao, Dec. 23)
CTuesday)-By Boat from La Guira-
The revolutionists, strengthened by the
impossibility of the governments sup
pressing the smuggling of arms and am
munition into the country and by the
fact that it has no longer any fleet at
its disposal, have made answer to Presi-
dent Castros proposition that they turn
against the foreigners who have attacked
Venezuela by referring him to General
Matos, their only chief capable of deal
ing with the matter The rebels have re-
gained courage. The government, which
signed with them an armistice of ten
days, which ends tomorrow, hang $500
men at Barquisimeto and $500 neai& Car
acas, but all others who had enrSplled
themselves to fight against the foreV Ign
ers have retired The revolution ists
have planned a march on Caracas by
three roads, Ammunition is expee ed
to arrive every day near Tacacus.
The situation for President Castro is
considered again perilous. Attacked 2by
foreigners and his own eountrymen, he
can, with difficulty, resist the shockK, as
the government resources have va4 4nish
ed. The Presidents departure fory La
Victoria is for the purpose of trying to
check the near advance to the capit4l of
the reyolutionists.
General Matos will leave CuracAQa
shortly.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
It WAS MURDER
John Miller Killed, Says
Coroner's Jury.
Rufus and Sandy Stevenson Named as The
Murdarers. MilIer's Purse Found in
Rufus Packet.
(sneeial to News and Observer

:
Winston Salem, N. c.. Dec. 24.-The
coroner's jury rendered a verdict this af-
ternoon that John Miller, the young man
whose body was found in a we'll yesterday
afternoon came to his death at the
hands of Rufus and Sandy Stevenson.
The evidence taken was bad for the two
brothers. Millers purse, continuing three
dollars, was found in Rufus Stevenson's
pocket after his death. After the post
mortem examination the county physician
stated that Miller was alive when he
struck the water in the well. Several
witnesses testified to seeing the two
brothers and Miller together Sunday even
ing Sandy is in Jail, and he will be held
for trial in the Superior court.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
Rowdies Stab Policeman.

Especial to the News and Observer.)
Murphy, N. c.. Dec. 24.-Passengers
on the A. K. and N. train from Blue
Ridge. Ga, yesterday afternoon, re-
ported a reign of terror, the like of
which they had never before SEEN A
score of drunkards on hoard tho train
had a free fight, smashed car furniture
and when the policeman at Mineral
Bluff, Ga, attempted to arrest them, lie
was set upon and stabbed a dozen times
so that he will probably die. Several
others were seriously injured. All the
reprobates got off before the train ar
rived b Nre.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
Sullivan and Corbett to Speak.
lBy the Associated Press.

Toledo, Ohio, Dec. 24.-At the Salvation
Army dinner to the poor of Toledo tomor-
row, James j. Corbett. John L. Sullivan,
Mayor Golden Rule) Jones and Rev. F.
d. Kelsey, all national characters will
address the assembled diners. Sullivan
and Corbett who are appearing at rival
theatres this week, both volunteered to
act as walters at the dinner, but the army
suggested that they make a speech. When
they learned that Jones and Kelsey would
speak, they accepted the invitation
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
Galveston Will be Completed.
(By the Associated Press J

Washington, Dec. 24-Government
work is not expected to suffer on ac-
count of the receivership ordered for the
Trigg Shipbuilding Company at Rich
mond. The cruiser Galveston is the
only ship now building at that yard
She is So per cent. completed, accord
ing to the latest construction report
According to past precedents, if she Is
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
Request for a Prohibition Election.

Especial to the News and Observer)
Newton N. c., Dec. 24.-At a meeting
fthe Consistory of the Reformed
of the Consistory of the Reformed
tion was offered by Elder e. II. Geitner
and adopted by a unanimous vote:
~"Resolved, That in the judgment of
the Consistory, the time has come when
steps should be taken to suppress the
liquor traffic in Catawba county. There
fore we favor submitting this question
to vote of the people of said county,"
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
Wage Advance for 500.
(By the Associated Press.)

Pittsburg, Pa, Dec. 24.-The Bessemer
Coke Company, which is the second lar
gest independent coke producing interest
in the Connellsville coking field, today
notified their employees that an advance
of per cent in wages at all the plants
of the company would become effective
January 1st. The notice of the advance
was announced simultaneously at the five
plants of the company and applies to the
wages of 5000 men.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
EXPLOSION OF GASOLINE
(By the Associated Press J

Hot Springs, Ark, Dec PA tank of
gasoline, used in Chambers and Walkers
turf exchange exploded about four o'clock
this afternoon while the room was filled
with patrons. 1t is impossible as yet to
ascertain who is killed Or injured but
several bodies have been removed and
ten or fifteen injured carried from the
ruins. Blind Bill Helwig, we'll known
bath house manager, is among the dead,
and P. G. Chambers. one of the owners
of the club, has both arms and one leg
brC.-e,:.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
Pope Not Ill.
(By the Associated Press.)

Wy VIIV -s7s5OCIstVVU 7 7 V''@'J
Rome, Dec. 24.-There is absolutely
no foundation for the report that the Pope
is i'll. The Pontiff is in good health and
excellent spirits. He did not retire until
ten o'clock last night, rose at seven this
morning, celebrated mass in his private
chapel and proposes to celebrate a Christ
mas Eve mass at midnight.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
Suit Against ]. Pierpont.
CBy the Associated press

(By the Associated Press.)
New York, Dec pa. Pierpont Nor
gan mas been summoned to appear in
the District Municipal Court to answer
in a suit brought against him for $3.50
damages. The claimant, a tenant in q
house owned by Morgan, asks these
damages on the ground that he caught
a severe cold through the house not
being heated owing to the lack of coal.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
Laura Biggar Acquitted.
fBy the Associated Press.

by the Associated Press.) ;
Freehold, N. j., Dec. 24.-Laura Biggar
was acquitted and DR.. Chas. G. Hendricks
and Samuel Stanton, formerly justice OF
the peace, were found guilty by the jury
today in the case against the three de-
PENDANTS on the charge of having con-
spired to get possession of the entire es-
tate of Henry NJ. Bennett, a capitalist
of Pittsburg, Pa.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-25
German Blockade.

(By the Associated Press
Berlin, Dec. 24.-Commodore Schneider
reports that the German blockade of
Porto Cabello began December 22nd, and
that the blockade of Maracaibo by the
Germans commenced today.