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Newport weekly independent., 1903-10-16
IMMIGRATION AGENTS
 ARE WELCOMED.

Little Rock, Oct. 12.-The immigra- tion and real estate agents of the Mis- souri Pacific system arrived in Little Rock this afternoon on a special train and left at midnight for Alexandria, La., to attend the immigration con- vention whice opens tomorrow night. They were handsomely entertained by the board of trade. B. H. Payne, assistant general passenger and ticket agent of the Missouri Pacific and president of the immigration bureau is in charge of the party. F. E. Bar clay, vice president and secretary, and R. H. Hunter, secretary, are also in the delegation.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-10-16
NEWARK CONTRACT
 AWARDED NEWPORT FIRM.

The directors have awarded the contract for building the public school building to Stewart Bros. the we'll known Newport contractors, and work on the building will be com menced immediately.
 The building will be handsome two story structure, built of brick, and will consist of six rooms, three below and three above. The build ing will be 48x54 feet. The contract has already been signed up and the contractors will begin the work of putting the material on the ground by the first of next week. The build ing is to be completed by the first of February Newark Journal.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-10-16
s25,o ,ooo BLAZE AT BATEsvILLE.

Batesville, Oct. 12.-Tbe Arlington hotel was destroyed by fire att o'clock this morning. The fire was prevented from spreading to the adjoining build ings by prompt and effective work of the fire company.
 The Arlington was a three-story stone building, one of the largest in the city. The total losses will aggre- gate $25, ,000 The building was the property of MT. and Mrs. T. R. Taylor of Los Angeles, Gal, and was valued at $20,OO0, though insured for but $5,000.
 MT. Alexander, who has had charge of the hotel for some time, lost $1, ,00O, with $500 insurance. Mrs. Alexander lost $200 in money.
 The damage to the Glenn building is estimated to be $3,00O, with $1, 200 in- surance.
 H. A. Guenzel, taller, who occupied the Glenn building, lost $2OO; no in- surance.
 Richard Larmey, bookkeeper for H. Schott, lost $500 worth of personal property.
 E. L. Lines of Louisville lost some ot his clothing and $15 in cash.
 Many of the guests lost all their personal property and some few barely escaped with their lives. The fire originated in the back part of the hotel and it's cause is unknown.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-10-16
CANDIDATES CONFER.
Vandeventer and Governor Davis Game Near Having a Personal Collision-Former Gave
 Governor the Lie.

Little Rock, Oct. 9.-The three can didates for governor of Arkansas, subject to the action of the Demo- cratic party, had what may be proper ly termed an animated meeting in the senate chamber at the state house yesterday afternoon. A heated col- loquy between Hon. A. F. Vandeven- ter and Gov. Davis occurred, and a personal collision was averted only by the prompt action of Judge Wood and others present.
 In addition to being present each of the candidates had personal repre- sentative on hand. George B. Pugh appeared for Judge Carroll D. Wood, Private Secretary Charles Jacobson for Governor Davis and Judge J. B. McCaleb for Mir. Vandeventer. At the outset Judge Wood drew the right to specify the points where the joint discussions shall open and close. Bach of the three candidates then submitted list of places for speaking appointments, the combined lisUs aggregating about 150 places in the state. Gov. Davis' list contained the names of 68 points at which he pro- ] posed to speak. It was agreed that the three lists be referred to Messrs. Pugh and Jacobson and that the ap- pointments be arranged by them so as to embrace practically all the places suggested by the three candidates.
 There was a division of opinion as to when the joint discussions should commences The primaries will be held on the last Saturday in March, 1904. Judge Wood favored starting the proposed joint speaking tour on January 1. Gov. Davis insisted on beginning it on November l. Mr. Vandeventer was agreeable to either suggestion.
 Gov. Davis announced that he pro- posed to speak at the places named in his list and invited Judge Wood to divide time with him.
 MT. Vandeventer remarked that he would be present at the speaking. Gov. Davis said he did not want Mir Vandeventer trailing along after him in the campaign.
 MT. Vandeventer repeated with spirit that he would be in at the speech making.
 "I don't consider you in the race at all," said the governor.
 "You are liar" replied MT. Van deventer, rising from his chair.
 Mir. Vandeventer seized chair and so did the governor. Conditions were ripe for personal encou ter, but the other gentlemen present prevented it by stepping in between the bellige- rents. Then the governor, shaking his index finger at MT. Vandeventer, shouted that the latter was a "d-d rascal" but Mir. Vandeventer was re- strained by the bystanders from ap- preaching close enough to resent the epithet.
 Subsequently the governor retired from the senate chamber and returned to the executive office. No further demonstrations of anger occurred.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-10-16
COLONEL MURPHY
 WILL PROSECUTE.

Attorney General George w. Mur- phy, one of the best known criminal lawyers of the southwest, has been retained by Mrs. Charles Tolson to as- sist the prosecuting attorney in the prosecution of Dr. w. L. Parchman of Van Buren for the murder of her hus- band. The Crawford county grand jury will meet November IT, at which time the case will be taken up. In the meantime Parchman is at liberty on $5 ,O00 bond.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-10-16

the creek while attempting to cross a log spanning the stream.
 MT. Hadden disappeared from his home several months ago and no trace of him could be found. It was thought he had been murdered or had committed suicide. When found $37 in money, a watch and some papers were found on his person.
 He was unmarried.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-10-16
MYSTERY SOLVED
 BY GHASTLY FIND.

Fayetteville, Oct. 8-The body of J. J. Hadden, an ex-federal soldier and highly respected citizen of this city, was found today in decomposed state on the bank of Clear creek, this county. The coroner, with other
 citizens, left at once for the scene to hold an inquest. The jury's verdict
 was that MT. Hadden came to his death by drowning, having fallen into
Newport weekly independent., 1903-10-16
CARRIES CASE
 TO HIGHER COURT.

Little Rock, Oct. 13.-The transcript in the case of w. |. Greer and w. O.. Berry, IT,, against Gov. Jeff Davis was filed in the second division of Pulaski court yesterday on appeal by the defendant from the court of Jus
 tice of the Peace W. F. Blackwood, where judgment was given for $52.93 with interest and costs. The suit is on note alleged to have been given by
Newport weekly independent., 1903-10-16
PAY YOUR SUPP JRIPTION.

Several hundred of our weekly sub- scribers are in arrears for one and two years. Please remit or drop in and settle Xour accounts or your names must be dropped from our lists. wtf.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-10-16
MRS. ELIZABETH HITE.

Mrs. Elizabeth Hite, aged 77 years, died Thursday evening at seven o'clock at the home of her son, MT. c. R. Hite in this city after sickness of several months. Her demise came
Newport weekly independent., 1903-10-16
AFFAIRS IN CLUBDOM.
MRS. VIM. HOOKER ENTERTA1Ns.

MRS. VIM. HOOKER ENTERTAINS.
 The Glover Club met with Mrs. William Hooker upon Thursday after noon, quite a number of outsiders being present to enjoy the hospitality of so cordial and gifted hostess.
 The afternoon was pleasantly spent at progressive euchre, at which there were four tables of players. Refresh ments of cream, cake and olives were nicely served by Misses Hilda Bailey and Irma Hooker.
 Those present were Mesdames R. M. Johnson, A. D. Bailey, T. D. Kin man, Jr., c. H. and E. B. Wilmans, L. Hirsch, Wm. Bailey, F. s. Hess, E. L. Maris, Thomas Henry, George Hays, B. B. Bond, L. E. Willis, Park Deader ick, J. G. Walker and Gustave Jones, Misses Lucy Brandenburg and Lula Empie.
 CHAFING DISH CLUB MEETS.
 The Thursday Evening Chafing Dish club met with Mrs. William Bailey and to say that the meeting proved an enjoyable affair would be true enough, but as these little things could all be characterized thus, it is sufficient to state that the membership is not los ing interest in the new organization.
 All manner of chafng dish delica- cies are prepared at these gatherings and cards come in for their share of attention.
 Those present last Thursday even- ing were Misses Mary McKinnon, Lula Empie, Carrie Stevens, Mabel Stay ton, Mesdames Wm. Hooker, J. w. Stayton, L. Hirsch and B. B. Bond.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-10-16

the governor in payment of the first installment on life insurance policy, and the original note is attached to the appeal papers.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12
- - - NOTICE.

Notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a former petition, signed by majority ol the adult citizens of Township II s. Range 6 West, will, on Monday April 6, 1903, offer for sale to the hi ghest bidder for cash, the following described land situated in Drew county, Ark, towit:
 Southeast quarter of southeast quarter,
 Northwest quarter of northwest quarter, Southeast quarter of southwest quarter, Southwest quarter of southeast quarter, Southwest quarter of northeast quarter, Southwest quarter of southwest quarter, Sec. Is, Township II, s. R. West.
 Witness my hand as Collector of Drew County, this 23rd day oi February 1903. 6w WALTER WILSON, Collector.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12

The extra session of the Unit ed States Senate has caused Sen. Clarke to have to go to Wash ington, to take his place as Sen ator much earlier than he ex- pected. Senator Clarke has the ability to make an able Sen ator and we trust that he will make such a one as all of his con- stituents will have just cause to feel proud of We preferred Sen ator Jones to Senator Clarke, but that IS no reason why we should not expect much of the new Senator
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12
Tragedy Averted.

"lust in the nick of time our lit- tie boy was saved" writes Mrs. w. Watkins, of Pleasant City, 0. "Pneumonia had played sad havoc with him and a terrible cough set inss besides. Doctors treated him,
 but he grew worse every day. At length we tried Dr, Kings New
 Discovery for consumption, and our darling was saved. He's now sound, and woll." Everybody ought to know, it's the only sure cure for coughs. colds and all lung diseases. Guaranteed by R. E. Vance Bordeaux, druggist. Price soc and Sl.00. Trial bottles free.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12

Mrs. Anna Banks, wife of MT. A. B. Banks, died last Tuesday night. The deceased was a daugh- ter of Capt. McFadden, of Louisi- ana, and native of Hope, Ark. She came to Fordyce ten years ago to teach in the public school and soon after married Mir. Banks. She was most excellent lady and her untimely death will be deeply mourned by those who knew her. Her bereaved husband, children and other relatives have the sincere sympathy of large circle of friends.-Fo ordyce Chronicle-En- terprise.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12
It Saved His Leg.

D. A. Danforth of IaGrange Ga, , suffered for SIX months with Il frightful running sore on his leg; but writes that Bucklen's Arnica Salve wholly cured it in five days. For ulcers, wounds. piles, it's the best salve in the world. Cure guaranteed. Only 25c. Sold by R. E. Vance Bordeaux, druggist.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12

In creating the new Chancery District, composed of the coun- ties of Ouachita. Dallas. Cal houn. Union, Columbia and La fayette. the Legislature went against the wishes of the people, and, perhaps, against the best interests oflitigants in the courts of those counties Judge Smith, of that circui :. has ample time to transact all the business in hiscourts. and gave satisfaction. The making of a new Chancerv District seems to have benefited no one except the man appoint cd as Chancellor. To create an unnecessary expensive office for the people to maintain is an out rage on the part of the Legisla- ture that should not be condon- ed.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12

The political horriseope indi- cates that there will be about four candidates for Governor of Arkansas in the State election ot 1904 The present occupant of the Executive chair will most likely, once more. shy his castor into the arena and ask the dear people to endorse him for third term. Some very good men have heretofore beer. defeated for third terms, but Mir Davis may have pull enough to make the land ing Time alone can tell.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12

Since the Attorney General has decided that 1t takes a majorit Y of all the votes cast at a general election to adopt a constitution al amendment, appointments by the Governor to various offices may be questioned, since the amendment to the constitution which conferred this power on the Governor was not adopted by such a majority as the At torney General deems necessary. In our opinion the Attorney General is right in his opinion and we believe he will be upheld by the Supreme Court.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12
w ell Again.

The many friends of John Blount will be pleased to learn that he has entirely recovered from his attack of rheumatism. Cham berlain's Pain Balm cured him after the best doctors in town (Monon, Ind.,) had failed to give relief. The prompt relief from pain which this liniment affords is alone worth many times its cost. For sale by Brown, McQniston X Go.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12
Working Overtime.

. Eight hours laws are ignored by those tireless, little workers Dr. Kings New Life Pills. Millions are always at work, night and
 day, curing indigestion, bilious ness, constipation, sick headache and all stomach, liver and bow el troubles. Easy. pleasant, safe, sure. 0nlys25c at Our Drug Store.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12
YOU KNOW WHAT YOU ARE
 TAKING

When you take Groves Taste less Chill Tonic because the for. mula is plainly printed on every bottle showing that It IS simply Iron and Quinine in tasteless form. So Cure, No Pay. 50o.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12
What's In a Name?

Everything is in the name when it comes to Witch Hazel Salye. F. C. Dewitt & Co.,. of Chicago, dis covered, some years ago, how to make a salve from Witch Hazel that is a specific for piles. For Blind, bleeding, itching and pro- truding piles, eczema, cuts, burns, brmses and ali skin diseases, De. Witts Salve has no equal. This has given rise to numerous worth less commercials. Ask for De. Witt's-the genuine.
 Sold by R. E. Vance Bordeaux
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12

The Attorney General is be. coming disgusted with the Da- wis Investigating committee. He says that the majority of the committee are for Davis. and will not allow him the privilege ofintroducing witnesses to prove the charges he makes against the Governor.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12
Dissolution Notice.

Notice is hereby given that the firm of Wells < Hyatt has mutually dissolved, Z. w. Hyatt, retiring. E. B Wells will continue the bus mess, collect all debts due the firm, and be responsible for all out standing and future indebtedness.
 E. B. Wells.
 z. w. Hyatt.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12

When Governor Davis appoint ed his father County and Pro- bate Judge of Pope county, over his ardent supporter and staunch friend. Turner, he made the mis- take of his life This appoint ment is something that he will have cause to regret.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12
Notice,

The following named Executors, Adminis- trators and Guardians filed their Annual Ae- counts Current at the January term of the Drew Probate Court to come up for approval at the April term of said Court. to wit.
 J. T. Peacock, admr. H. H Peacock estate W, II. Roper, guar W. c Roper. m inor.
 Alice Roper
 Blanch Roper '' w. A Coker, guar. Edgar Farbridge. minor E. D. Putnam, guar Timmon Minors; nina settlement
 w J. McNeely. guar. Calvin Timmons, mi nor final settlement
 w T. Wells, admr. T. NJ Wilmington estate final settlement.
 D, A Kimpel, exr. Silas Brown estate J. T Mason admr. N. c. Mason estate. John Nelson, guar. Caroline Rawles, minor John Nelson, guar Fannie Rawles. minor J. G. Williamson. guar Enoch Lee, minor. w. W. Winningham, admr. Y. V Winning ham esta te.
 c. s. Mebane. adm. James Harris estate. Fed Miles guar. Nellie Saddler, minor Walter Caster, gnar. Alb. Townsend, minor s. J. Matthews. curator estate heirs of J. H. Cavaness; final settlement
 And notice is hereby given that all persons interested in any of the above named settle ments warned to appear on or be fore the second day of the April term 1903 of this Court and file their exceptions thereto, if any they have or they will be debarred from excepting thereto, or any item thereof.
 Witness my hand and official seal this Mar. Srd 1905 J. w Kimbro F County Clerk
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12
READ IT THROUGH.
'Twould Spoil This Story to Tell it
 In the Headlines.

To use an eighteenth century phrase, this is an "o'or true tale. ]" Having happened in a small Vir- ginia town in the winter of 1902, it is a story very much of the pres ent. Up to short time ago Mrs. John E. Harmon, of Melfa Station Va, had no personal knowledge of the rare curative properties of mberlain's Cough Remedy. "Last January, she says, "my ba- by took a dreadful cold and at one time I feared she would have pneu- monia. but one of my neighbors told me how this remedy had cur ed her little boy and began giv
 ing it to my baby at onoe and 1t soon cured her. 1 heartily thank the manufacturers of Chamber lain's Cough Remedy for placing so great cure within my reach. 1 cannot recommend 1t too highly or say too much in it's favor. 1 hope all who read this will try it and be convinced as 1 was" For sale by Brown, McQuiston < Go.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12

The best pill meath the stars and stripes;
 It eleanses the system and never gripes Little Early Risers of world repute-
 Ask for Dewitts and take no substitute.
 A small pill, easy to buy, easy to take and easy to.act, but never failing in results. DeWitts Little Early Risers arouse the secretions and act as a tonic to the livor, cur ing permanently.
 Sold by R. E. Vance Bordeaux.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12
Notice.

l take this method of expressing my thanks to the public for the liberal patronage given the firm of Wells & Hyatt. will con- tinue the business in the future and will appreciate all you can do for me. Again thanking you for past favors and soliciting a continuance of same, 1 am,
 Yours truly,
 E. B. Wells.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12
To Cure a Cold One Day.

Take Laxative Promo Quinine Tablets. All druggists refund the money if it fails to cure. E. w. Groves signature on each box. 25c.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12

DIED Lena A. Priest, of Drew Co.,. Ark, was born in 1877 and died at her home Feb. 28, 'o3. She was consistent member of the Enon Baptist Church. She suffered a great deal in her aflic- ton, but she died in the faith; tell ing loved ones around her that she was going home to rest. She leaves a husband and two children and host of relatives and friends to mourn her death but their loss is her eternal gain.
 A friend.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12

The Lower House of the Gen. eral Assembly postponed actio n on a certain bill 120 days, last week. Just how long this out fit expects to remain in Little Rock is sorely puzzling the neplDa
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12

Let the Legislature stop it's in fernal nonsense, and pass a good game law. One that will remove the pot hunter from the confines of the state. He IS the "son of-a-sea-cook' that we want to get rid of.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12

If your taxes are not as high as you want them, 1t will not be the fault of the Legislature. Re member this fact.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12
CHARGES GOVERNOR ACCEPTED
 GIFTS.

II announce boldly and with confidence that l am ready to- night to charge and prove the acceptance of gifts by the Gov. 1 am ready to charge and prove the acceptance of a private car from the Iron Mountain Rail road by the Governor to make a trip to New York 1 am ready to charge and prove that the car was loaded with champagne and costly liquors. l am ready to charge and prove the accept ance of a costly article of furni- ture by the Governor from the Rhodes Haverty Furniture Co, immediately after they had sold a lot of inferior goods to the charities secretary and purchas- ing agent. You summon Page, Jacobson, Bourland and Ma honey. The big six won't let you do it. lam not coming here to be mocked any longer. I have too much self-respect. 1 will not allow myself longer kept in false position. have been here absolutely without power. The charges and specifications fur nished by me against the Gov. have been utterly disregarded so far as vote on them could make them.
 The above extract IS from speech of Attornev-G General Geo. w. Murphy made before the Ways and Means Committee of the House of Representatives, as reported in the Arkansas Ga zette of the Eth inst.
 Can it be possible that the At torney General Is right in his conclusions and that majority of the Committee are seeking to avoid turning on the light? Ii MT Davis has been guilty Of conduct unbecoming a Governor the people ought to know it. The Attornev.G General has certainly made serious charges against his Excellencv, Gov. Davis, and he ought to be permitted to prove them if he can. If the Iron Mountain Railroad is "hob nob- ping" with the Governor 1t is certainly legitimate news that the,countrv is entitled to have.
 lffurniture dealers are dispos- ing of their inferior goods to the State, as intimated by the At torney General, by reason of magnificent gifts to the Govern or, the people ought to know it It Is a violation of the criminal laws of Arkansas for a public of hcer to accept free passes over railroad lines, and to accept car, loaded with champagne and liqors, would even be a more heinous offense. If the Attorney General thinks he can make good these charges he ought to be giv- en the opportunity of doing so; and if he fails, the condemnation should be upon him to theifullest extent.
 Ii the charges are true and the Governor is prohting at the ex- pense of the people by virtue of the exalted position which they have given him, he IS unworthy of their confidence and respect, and if they are untre and with out foundation 1t is just. both to the Governor and the people. that the fact should be made manifest. Let the lights be turn ed on and the truth be made known. But in the meantime, for the good name of the Gov ernor and the credit of the peo- pie who have twice elected him to that office, let us hope that the Attorney General is mistak- en about the Governor being as bad a man as he really thinks him to be.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12

The Mississippi river, just now. is about the biggest thing out of iail.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12
List of Letters Remaining in the P. O. at Monticello, Ark,
 Unclaimed for 30 days.

r. U. dt MOnblCcIlO, ATk.,
 Unclaimed for 80 days. T A Babcock Mrs NJ A Barnes Miss Ether C B Calhomes Mrs V C Crowell Miss Hettie Folerly Mrs Teddy Gober Miss Amanda Goodwin Mrs Maggie Harris W ] Harrington Johnnie Harris Mrs. Sarah Huskey Miss Lukie Jackson Mrs Charlotte Jones Henry Miller Hattie Norris
 ames Riley Mrs Fanny Thompson Mrs Mary Sanlone Sam Sinkard w NJ R Roberson Van Cloud W ] Sharp G W Wilson Mrs P A Loung Alice Bens Wiley Frater Lolda Holloway Anna Matthews Susie Pool Walter Wallace Jennie Washington Theabove unless called for in the next two weeks will be sent to the dead letter office.
 N. II. SAVAGE, P. NJ
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12

We will try and keep in sight of the Legislature and let the people know when 1t adjourns.
The Monticellonian., 1903-03-12
Caesar Conquered Britain

Malaria was conquered by Simmons Liv. CT Purifier tin box Protected from dust, moisture and insects Clears the complex. ion, cures constipation, aids and corrects ac. tion of the liver