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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-10-11
The Tie-up in New Orleans.

New Orleans. Oct. 11.-All negotia-
ions looking towards a possible settle
ment of the street railway strike carried
on Yesterday by Governor Heard came TO
fruiless end this morning at | O'Clock.
The Governor had, during The day, after
consulting with President Pearson, of
the street railway company, and then
with Mayor Capdevielle. who had been
conducting all the previous negotiations,
offered the strikers 90 cents an hour and
ten hours work as a maximum with a
guarantee that no employee should have
less than seven and a half hours work,
which would insure a minimum wage
of 81. 50 per day. This was practically
,he same offer made by Pearson to his
striking employees last week. The
strikers had received is cents an hour
before the strike began. They struck for
% cents an hour. The street railway
employees union considered the
proposition of the Governor until
one o'clock this morning when
he was informed his proposition could
not be accepted. The governor i'm
mediately issued proclamation to the
effect that he intended to preserve order
and enforce the law protecting liie
and properly 10 the extent of he powe.
vested in him. At o'clock this morn
ing all the county companies of military
throughout the State were ordered to re-
polt to The ely as soon as possible. No
cars were run ,oday and probably
will not be until Monday. 1t is
now said that no further negotia
lions looking towards peaceable
settlement can be had. This is rhe
fourteenth day of the strike aud not
car has yet been run, with the ex-
ception of The few mail cars, not carrying
passengers.
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TELEGRAPBlC NEWS.
strike.

New York. Oct. 1l.-Sena'or Ihos.
c. Platt was the only participant in the
coal strike conference of yesterday who
was about the Fifth Avenue Hotel cary
this morning. He was in no pleasant.
frame of mind, presumably because OF
the failure of the conference. He said
there was nothing new in the strike
situation. 81 am not going to gossip,
he declared empta,ically. I'm gong
to nv Office this morning 20 attend 20
nv own business. Governor Odell
was still at the hotel, but remained in
his room
Congressman Galusha A. Grow, OF
Pennsylvania, was at the Fifth Avenue
Hotel this morning. Referring to the
recent coal strike conferences be said
that he did not believe business and
politics mixed very well. Hewas asked
il he did not think the coal roads were
acting illegally in view Of the fact hat
there was constitutional amendment
prohibiting railroads from mining cosl.
mo" he said. "Their charters we C
granted before this amendment was
adopted and they cannot be reached.
Mount Carmel, Pa, Oct. 1l.-At an
carly horr this morning an unknown
crowd Of strikers hurled rocks and fred
several shots at ibe Sixteenth regiment
encampment. The officers quarters were
in the zone,of fire. Forty soldiers ran
over the bill from which shots came, but
their assailants escaped.
Ashland, Pa, Oct. 1.-THE funeral
of Charles Du.ham, who was shot down
by private Wadsworth near Browne
vile few mornings ago, was held this
morning.
The situation is practically unchanged
this morning. A report reached his
city this morning that dynamiters had
wrecked the home of a nOn-union man
in southern Schuylkill during the night.
One of the children inmates of the house
is said to have been hurt in the explosion.
Wilkesbarre, Pa. Oct. 1l.-John
Mitchell, the president of the mine
workers, arrived at his headquarters here
from New York at $40 this morning.
New York, Oct. 1l.I7Secretary OF
War Root, arrived here at Z O'Clock this
morning. 1t is reported that he is here
As an emissaIy for President Roosevelt
and that he bears message TO }. +.
Morgan looking to the termination of the
strike. 1t was said later that Root had
gone into conference with Morgan on
the latter's yacht Corsair, which lies in
the North river off west 35th street.
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prepared for its Defense.

New York, Oct. 11.--Announcement
was made this morning that the
Philadelphia and Reading Coal & Iron
Co. through its New York counsel, has
prepared an answer 70 the application
recently made to the Attorney General
of the State of New York for the institu-
ton of an action against the company
under antitrust laws. Theanswer takes
up the following points: firsf.A
denial that the company is identified
or connected with any combination.
Second-The rights of railroads to
own mining stock. Third-Concern-
ing circulars fixing the price OF coal.
The answer explicitly denies collision
with any other company in the
determination of the prices quoted in its
circular of March 1901. The answer in
conclusion, after denying any breach Of
the New York laws, submits that no
further inquiry shall be made into the
matters set torth in the application.
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VETERANS IN A ROW.

The sessions of the Union Veterans
union in Washington yesterday were
marked by scenes of wild disorder and
confusion.
Before the convention met i'll the after
noon the executive committee heard
General Dyrenforth, the communicating
chief in relation TO charges which had
been filed against him by the Judge AID
vocate General of the division of the
Potomac, alleging the use of arbitrary
power and rejecting on his personal
character. Later the committee made a
report recommending that he be suspend
ed as commander-in-chief.
General Dyrenforth was notified in
open session of the action taken by Gen.
b. f. Hutchinson, of Rochester, deputy
mmander-in-chief, who had been di-
rected by the executive committee to
preside. Pandemonium followed. Every
man was on his feet, chairs were over
turned and an effort was made to throw
General Hutchinson off The platform.
He, however, raised heavy cane which
he carried, and thus kept the crowd back.
General Dyrenforth refused to recognize
the committee to present its report, and
finally, after General Hutchinson had
been called on to preside, General by
renforth refused to make way for him.
General Hutchinson then left the hall,
as did the delegations above named, and
the convention proceeded to elect a
ommander-in-chief. The names of Har-
low l.. Street and General Dyreniorth
were put in nomination. The executive
committee of order thereupon declar-
ed that the election was illegal, and that
under the constitution Gen. Hutchinson
is the legal coIhmander-in-chief. As the
ti-DyrenfDrth men filed out they stated
that they would not remain in the organ
ization under Dyrenforth or unless the
six-months-seryice clause was restored in
the constitution.
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NEWS OF THE DAY.

The flint-glass manufacturers at a
meeting in Pittsburg yesterday, decided
to form a combination. to be capitalized
at $50, 100000.
Mrs. Annie Taylor, widow of Eben
TAYLOR, died in Washington yesterday,
aged seventy-six years. She was former
" Miss Hunt.
Pope Lee KIN, speaking of the &c,
clesiastical agreements with General
Wood in Cuba, said Washington Is
the most loyal and generous government
the church has ever had to do With
Suit was instituted Yesterday, in BALI
mo. c, by Miss Virginia X. Barber, oil
Portsmouth, Va, against }. George
Gehring, jr., a well-knowl Gay street
jeweler, for alleged breach OF promise
of marriage.
President Roosevelt may appoint a
commission to investigate the whole
mining situation, with view 10 bring
ing the subject before Congress. be
will not order United Sta,es troops to
he mining regions unless Governor
Stone asks it.
The safe in the town clerks Office IN
Cheshire. Conn, was robbed of a box
containing $4,000 some time during
Thursday night. When Town Clerk
Lanyon went to the office yesterday
morning he looked for his private strong
box which contained about 81, 900 IN
negotiable securities and $500 in money,
and large amount Of family heirlooms.
There is no clue as to how it disappeared.
The Navy Department has decided 10
reopen the examination for midship-
men TO the Naval Academy and such
additional examination will be held
November ~ in Washington. Three
examinations have already been held this
year, but only l47 applicants have
qualified for the 227 vacancies. Ac-
cordingly telegram has been sent to
each Senator and Representative having
vacancy to fill asking him to name one
pupil and five alternates. This extra
ordinary step is taken because OF the
urgent need in the navy for officers.
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Held Up by Masked Men.

Omaha, Neb., Oct. ll.-Three mask.
ed robbers successfully held up Bur
lipgton passenger tain westbound, five
miles out of Lincoln, at 20 this morn
ing. The robbers dypamited the COM
biDation express and baggage car blew
ooen The safe. and riHed its contents, OF
unknown value, and made their escape.
A posse from Lincoln is now on their
tra;l. The train was tagged with Ian
tern when about five miles out of Lin
coin. As soon as tte engineer had brought
The train to s,andstill, two of the rob
bers entered he cab and, with levelled
revolvers, compelled lhe engineer and
fireman TO leave ,he engine and accom-
pany them to the baggage and express
car. The third robber, in the mean
time, was inGustrioUsly iusilading the at
mosphere with the intent to terroIize the
passengers, in which he succeeded COM
ple,eIy. Arriving at the express car The
robbers quickly oyerpowered the messen
ger without injuring him, attached a
dynamite fuse t. the safe and blew it
open, wrecking the car completely in the
operation. They then, unmolesteo, rob-
bed the safe of is contents and made
their escape in the darkness. They
placed the plumber, which the Adams
Express officials say amounted 10 81 500,
in a sack and entered Two carriages
The robbers stole a rig at 10 O'Clock this
morning and were then jast one hour
ahead Of the posse.
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The REGISTRATION books closed in
this city last night at which time only
1921 men-l677 white and IA colored -
had registered Due notice was given
to al OF the time and places of registra-
ton and the hours were fixed for the
convenience of every one, yet fully one
third of the white and four-6lths of the
colored voters saw fit not even to attempt
to register. This is free country Sup
posedlv). and men are entitled to their
own opinions, but it is safe to say that if
those who deliberately disfranchised
themselves had been denied the right TO
register great howhwould have gone up
through the length and breadth of the
city and they would have refused to be
comiorted. But the matter was left TO
them; they declined to become voters
and have thus, for the time at least,
placed themselves beyond the power OF
taking any part in the elections of any
kinds in the city or State.
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U. ID. c..

The Virginia Division of the Daugh-
tiers of lie Col'edefacy in session in
Norfolk yesteid day, adopted its new con-
sti,ution, providing Tor a union between
that division and The grand division of
the organization now in session in Lex
ingion. Most of yesterdays session of
the Daughters was taken up with the
consideration of Zoe committee on monu-
ments, which showed what had been
done during The past year in marking
the graves OF deceased Confederates. A
memorial service was held in the after
noon.
The Grand Division of Virginia,
United Daughters o; Che Confederacy,
after a session Of three days in Licking
ton, adjourned yesterday TO meet the
second Wednesday Ia October, 1903, at
Manassas. The Grand Division re-
scinded its former action relative to
uniting with Virginia Grand Division,
in session in Norfolk. The Grand Divi-
sion practically conceded 10 everything
sugges'ed by joint committees from the
two divisions at their meeting in Rich
mond last June in ordef 10 effect union.
A telegram, much delayed, stated that
the Virginia Division was unwilling to
use ''united" and favored "Virsinia
Division" and would wear Grand Di-
vision badge. A resolu ion was adopt
ed 10 appeal to the United Daug hters Of
The Confede,acy to purchase Sto1ewall
Jacksons old home, in Lexington, and
it into The Jackson Memorial
Hospital. This is the only home ever
owned by Jackson, and it still belongs
to Mrs. Jackson.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-10-11

TRE DIsoEDErs now in progress IN
the three principal republics of the
world afford sad commentary upon
representative government, and causes
MANY 20 wonder what is to be the out
come of The many tumuts which follow
in such rapid succession in countries
which have repudiated monarchical In
stiiutions and boast Of government by
the people The present ordeal through
which the United States is posing
when workmen in one branch of in
dustry refuse to work or allow Others to
take their places-a movement backed
by organized labor and catered to by
candidates for Office in both parties-is
probably one of the most critical IN the
country's history At the same time
similar conditions are causing trouble
in the French republic, now not quite
third of century old, while in Switzer-
land. heretofore an old and staid repre-
sentative government, general strike
of all who toll is imminent. Those who
study the signs of the times and reflect
upon the ominous conditions which
now confront the world are naturally
pessimistic. These troubles are on a
steady increase Strike follows in the
wake of strike and about the time one
is assuaged another class of artisans are
about TO tester into an outbreak. In
the meantime the cry, 'Let us have
peace" falls upon dull ears. There is
but one logical outcome-and the work
inQman is sure to be the victim in the
end When capital shall have become
timid in the face of the prevailing un-
certainty and spiders shall again stretch
their nets in the machinery of our
factories and Coxey armies once more
menace the peace of the land, present
conditions. when all who wish can get
work. will be better understood and
appreciated.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-10-11

SPECULATION as TO the men who will
be chosen to constitute the first corpora
lions commission of the State under the
new Constitution has taken on new life and
Il is auite sure that the names of the COM
mission will be sent to the General AS
semblv for confirmation when that body
convenes in November Whoever the
fortunate gentlemen may be, who will
draw big salaries and be powerful factors
in State politics hereafter, this is certain
they will be Montague men and may
be counted upon to aid the Governor in
any of his political ambitions. In the
last State campaign it was urged that the
fight for Montague was fight against
the politicians, but Mr.. Montague $
friends ali the time knew him to be one
of The shrewdest politicians in the State
and must have winked at each other as
they saw how their game was working
among the unsophis.icated. So he won,
and as ne is man who stands by his
friends (as all men should do) he will
appoint Montague men on the corpora
tons commission, who, with the Governor
can, il they so choose, form the most
powerful political combination that ever
existed in The STATE and can "run
things" pretty much 10 suit themselves
or know the reason why.
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The Strike In Switzerland.

Geneva, Switzerland, Oct. 1l.-Quiet
was again restored in the city today by
The authorities placing re-enforcements
at all points where the disorderJy strikers
were likely to consregate. 1t is expect
en- hat all further trouble will he avoid
XII now that most of the anarchists who
are blamed for the disturbances have
been expelled. The tramway company
has empbaiically reused to discharge
their American manager, Bradford,
against whom protest was made by the
strikers.
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WOMEN AND JEWELS.

Jewels, candy, flowers, man--that is
the order of a womau's preferences.
Jewels form a magnet of mighty power
to the average woman. Even that
greatest of all Jewels, health, is often
ruined in the strenuous efforts to make
or save the money to purchase them.
If woman will risk her health to get
coveted gem, then let her fortify her
self against the insiduous consequences
of coughs, colds and bronchial affections
by the regular use of DIR. Boschee's
German Syrup. 1t will promptly arrest
consumption in its early stages and heal
the affected lungs and bronchial tubes aud
drive the dread disease from the system.
1t is nos a cIre-all, but II Is certain
cure foe coughs, colds and all bronchial
troubles. You can get this reliable remedy
at L. S. Leadbeater q Sons. GetGreen' 5
Special Almanac.
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A Baseiess RumOr.

Indianapolis, Ind, Oct. ll.--secre-
tary Wilson, of the United Mine
Workers, when asked last night regard
ing report that if it became necessary
to force the Pennsylvania operators to
terms, the bituminous mines throughout
the country would be closed by calling
out the miners, replied that there was
no foundation for the story and under
no circumstances would the bituminous
miners be called out. He added that
the American Federation of Labor had
not authority to call out members OF the
United Mine Workers again, and pointed
to The fact that the convention held
here in July had voted not to strike.
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The Miners Strike in France,

Paris, Oct. 11.-Comparatiyely good
order continues throughout the coal
regions where the miners are out on
strike. The price of coal is still on the
rise, the commodity now selling at $12 a
ton. The strikers are advocating a
general march on Paris TO force the
government to take action in their favor
Reports reached here this afternoon of
several disturbances by the striking
miners in the coal regions, with loss Of
one killed and several injured
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staked His Life Against Refusal,

Chicago, Oct. 1l.-Florence Wilmer,
Il belle of Dlue Island, attended a
matinee Friday with Rant . phi kruge
and af.er dining Kruger was found dead
in his home. The girl, who is barely
20 years old, has been arrested 81 re-
fused to marry him seven times, said
Miss Wilmer, "but he persisted in call
ing. Finally, after | refused him, he
said, Il have here three dice, and I'll
stake my life against your acceptance. ,
| said: I'll shake, but don't take your
life, and the girl threw the dice. A
five and six rolled up. Eleven, she
laughihgly called out. My life is
yours, -" said Kruger. They talked an
hour longer and Kruger asked for drink
of water and the girl brought it to him.
lie drank half oft. The girl started TO
drink the rest. Suppose it should be
poisoned" he said suddenly "Well,
we will die together, them was ,he
reply as she drained the glass. He leit
at II o'clock and was found dead at his
home half an hour later
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-10-11

NEGROES STONED HEBREWS. "A Sc
rious race riot was narrowly ayerted on
MAYO stree, Richmond, lost nigh, when
body of negroes came in collision with
TIE members OF the orthodox Hebrew
congregation coming out from the Alone
ment eve services. The negroes refused
10 yield any part of the sidewalk, ADD,
being pushed of, began 10 bull stones
and sticks into the dispensing worship
ers. Excitement ran high for few
moments, but call for the police brought
order. Mrs. J. BilliEof was struck NJ
The breast with rock, Philip Davis had
his ear cut, and Stranger was also
slightly injured. There were no arrests.
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sultan's Posthumous Revenge,

Vienna, Oct. 11.-lt is asserted here
today that the Sultan has written an
autobiography which will fall on the
civilized world like bombshell. Abdul,
it is said in his work has exposed the
duplicity of Christian monarchs and
statesmen who have deceived one another
to gain the Sultan's favor. He lays
bare tie diplomatic secrets Of the pa t
% years and denounces the hypocrisy OF
Christian civilization. The work will
be published after the Sultan's death as
posthumous revenge on Europe.
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The Worst Form.

Multitudes are singing the praises ofKodol.
the new discovery which Is making SO many
digeaing what they eat, by cleansing and
sweetening the stomach and by transforming
their food into the kind of pure, rich red
blood that makes you feel good Az over. Mrs
Craniiill, of Troy, !. IT,, writes: ror a pl,.si,y
Of years was troubled with indigestion and.
dyspepsia which grew into the worst form.
Finally was induced to use Kodol and after.
using. four bottles am entirely cun,d. /
heartily recommend Kodol to all sufferers
from indigestion and dyspepsia. Take dose
after meals. IL digests what You eat. For
sale by 4. ;. Leadbeater & Sons.
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The COLD RAIN of today was an
other forcible reminder that the season
which requires no warmth in our houses
has about spent itself. The grim fact
that anthracite Goals are becoming black
diamonds in reality, while bituminous is
gradually becoming luxury and wood
extremely dear, produce natural APP
prehension. In the meantime confer
ence af,er conference fails, and the same
unce taiu conditions existing over three
months ago continue. We are now
tod that next Tuesday will either mark
a rif. in the cloud or add additional
blackne-s 10 ii. Should the later re-
suit the picture will 5e dismal indeed.
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German Subject Murdered.

Berlin, Oct. 1.-THE report that
Adam Russell, Manager Of a German
plantation near Caracas has been murder
cd by Venezuelan revolutionisis is con-
frmed. The Venezulan government has
appointed a special commission to inves-
tigaie the murder, and The German cruz
ser Vinetta has been ordered 20 be ready
TO take action in the matter should the
government not give the satisfaction re-
quired.
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ATTEMPTED SUICIDE. --Aliss Gladys
Goodwin. of Philadelphia, about twenty
five years old, made an unsuccessful at
tempt to end her life in the st. Louis
Hotel, at Fourteenth and II streets
northwest Washington, yesterday, by
swallowing carboic acid. She was
found locked in her room in a semi
conscious condition, and was Immediately
removed TO the Emergency Hospital.
Her condition is serious, but the
physicians say she will recover. An ex-
PLANTATION of the woman's effort was
found in a brief note which she had
torn into little pieces. The pieces were
carefully arranged in the original form
of the paper, and were found to bear
these words; ITO the One Who Finds
Me: "Because | am Respondent | have
done this rash deed Bury me as you
will, for have no one to claim me. P"