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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-03-13
MEN ROB THE
u. S. MAILS OF $4,000

Boston, Mass, March 13.-The city
police, acting with the postoffice in
spectors, have arrested five young
men, who, it is charged, have within
the last six months robbed the mails
of $4,000.
Some of the prisoners, some of
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-03-13
AN IOWA SCHOOL
GOES ON A STRIKE
Principal and Pupils Parade and
Defy Board Because of
EXpuIsiOns.

Marshalltown, Iowa, March 10
Pupils of the Estherville school yes
terday revolted against the action of
the school board in eXpelling four
boys and, led by the principal, Miss
Cullum, paraded the streets shouting
defiance at the board. Miss Cullum
joined the pupils, it is said, because
of a tilt with Supt. Dukes.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-03-13
WELL KNOWN PRINCESS
DIES IN CONVULSIONS

Berlin, March 13.-The Princess
Bernard SaX-Weimar died suddenly
Wednesday near Hanover. She was
seized with commissions while driving
with her husband. 1t was for her
that Bernard, the second son of the
late Prince Hermann Sax-Weiman, re-
nounced name and royal rank two
years ago.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-03-13

whom were employed as mail wagon
drivers, have admitted to the inspec-
tors that they ripped open the mail
bags in broad daylight.
Their plunder consisted of gold
watches. rings, silverware, revolvers,
knives, books and bric-a-brac
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-03-13
DOUBLE MURDERER ExPIATEs
HIS CRIME ON THE GALLOWs

Lincoln, Neb., March 13.-G. Neigen-
fendwas hangedhere this afternoon for
the murder of his divorced wife, Mrs.
Anna Peters, and her father, Albert
Breyer, last September.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-03-13
PROSPECTS ROSY
That the National Legislators in
Extra Session May Go
Home Next Week.
TWO TREATIES TO BE RATIFIED
But Cuba's with Change That Will
Be Hard on Cuba-Dr. Crum
To Be Left"

Washington. March 13.-There were
important developments yesterday re-
garding the treaties pending in the
senate. 1t was decided to vote on the
Panama canal treaty on Tuesday next,
and the Cuban reciprocity treaty was
reported to the senate by the commit
tee on foreign relations. The end of
the work for which the extra session
was called therefore is in sight. The
agreement to vote on the canal treaty
was arrived at soon after the senate
assembled at noon yesterday and with
out discussion of moment. The terms
had been made satisfactory to Nor
gan before the request to fix n day
for the vote was preferred by Frye,
so the former made no objection.
Cuban Treaty Is Reported.
The Cuban treaty, with the various
amendments agreed on by the COM
mittee on foreign relations, then was
reported by CullOm. and at his re-
quest it was read for the information
of the senate. The reading was fol-
lowed by a formal request by Cullom
to take up the Cuban treaty for discus
sion. but while this was denied, still
the greater part of the session was de-
voted to it. The amendments made
include in addition to those of last ses-
sion provision requiring the approval
of the house of representative to make
the treaty effective.
Cuban Reciprocity to Pass.
With the adoption of this amend
ment the Democrats as Il body proba-
bly, will cease opposition to the Gu
ban treaty, but some of them the sugar
interests of whose states are affected
by the treaty will continue to oppose
it. The Republican side of the senate
will vote practically, if not absolute
ly, sOlidly for the treaty. and it is now
generally believed that it will be rati-
fed after action on the Panama treaty
Individual Democratic senators will Of
fer a number of amendments to the
canal treaty, and they will unite in
pressing some of them, but if they
should be voted down. as seems likely,
a number of the Democrats will vote
for the ratification.
Effect of It All on Cuba.
Havana. March 13.-The publication
of Washington dispatches regarding
amendments TO the reciprocity treaty
by the senate foreign relations COM
mittee has r,fused renewal of appre-
hensiOn among business men that the
treaty may remain unsettled until the
next session of the United States con-
greSS. The merchants and bankers
here hope that if the amendment re-
quiring the approval of the house Is
adopted President Roosevelt will call 4
special session of the house TO settle
the matter. The uncertainty regarding
the rates of duties has seriously ham,
pered both the export and import trade
for several IGonths. The merchants.
although anxious for its ratification.
declare that even the rejection of the
treaty is preferable to a further long
period of uncertainty.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-03-13

money in the same manner were un-
successful.
Kasota. Mimi. March 13.-The safe
in the State bank of Kasota was
blown open by two men at O'Clock
yesterday morning and $400 in silver
taken. The robbers escaped.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-03-13
JUSTICE DAY IS REPORTED
RESTING EASIER TODAY

Washington. March 13.-Justice
Days physician this morning an
nounced that his patient is slightly
better.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-03-13
ATTELL GIVEN DECISION
AT SAN FRANCISCO

San Francisco, March 13.-Abe At
tell was given the decision over Eddie
Toy at the end of the Goth round last
night.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-06
UNIVERSITY IN DEBT.
Great School at Chicago Runs Behind
 $2oo,ooo Year.

Chicago, August 5.-The Superior court has been called upon to decide whether the University of Chicago is operated for gain or is a purely religious and charit- able institution.
 The city of Chicago takes one view of the case and the university the other It all came about over a bill for water. The city has been supplying water to the university without receiving any pay for it until the bill ran up to $2S00. Then 1t sent collector to call on Dr. William R. Harper. The collector came back without the cash and then Superintendent Nourse threatened to shut off the water, where upon the university management peti- toned the court for an injunction to re- strain the city from carrying out its threat It is based upon the city ordinance exampting from the payment of water bills religious. charitable or educational institutions not operated for gain. Presi- dent Harper ayers that the university is running behind at the rate of $2OOOO0 a wear.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-06
CATHOLICS ADJOURN.
Federation of Societies VIII Meet
 Next In St. Louiar

Atlantic City, N. J.. August 5.-Several resolutions were adopted by the American Federation of Catholic Societies at the closing session today and officers were elected. The next meeting will be held in St. Louis. The first resolution con demned feuds, riots and mob law as unworthy of civilized people, Lynching Is regarded as murder, and the burning and torture of people, even when clear ly guilty, as barbarous and a menace to the peace and security of all good citi- zens.
 The federation also protested against the action of the French government attacking religious congregations and asked Catholics to endeayor to wrest the government from those who have mis- used the powers entrusted to them. The convention pledged cooperation and sup port of Catholic Indian schools also to exclude from public libraries books that are offensive or erroneous to the treat ment of Catholic doctrines.
 The public press was thanked for the publicity given the work and objects of the American federation.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-06
MORE WITNESSES
 SWEAR FOR LETT
JUDGE HAReIs SAYS DEFENDANT WAS NEAR A TREE ON A STREET CORNER WHEN SHOTS WERE FIRED FROM COURT HOUSE.

Cynthiana. Ky, August 5.-In the case of Jett and White, on trial for the mur- der of J. B. Marcum, the defense placed Mrs Lulu South, a sister of Judge liar gis on the witness stand this morning Her testimony was contradictory of Miss Emma Clark. who testified for the com monwealth last Friday. Mrs Smith cor roborated other witnesses for the defense in placing Curtis Jett near the trees in the courthouse yard after the firing of the first shot. She was employed in her brothers store as a sa1eswoman.
 Dr. Tau1bee said that Even had told him that he could not tell who fired the first shot killing Marcum.
 Tom o'connor testified and corrobo- rated the testimony of Bowling and Adams of yesterday, and placed Jett near tree in the courthouse yard
 Charley Thompson, a new witness con tradieted Ewen and corroborated Taul- bee.
 Judge James J. Hargis was placed on the stand. He said he was county judge of Breathitt county and member of the democratic state central committee and a Di OA toSildlOI AltA ftdTBlA saw Ewen running and Marcum falling, while he was at 8 showcase in his store He saw Dr. Rash and MT. Blanton on the street immediately after the shooting; saw Curtis Jett on the street corner near tree after the shooting He said Sheriff Callahan was in his store and he prevented Callahan from going out Af- forwards witness sent for Capt J. B. Ewen to talk about the murder
 Judge Hargis was eross-examined by MT Byrd. In reply to a question as to why he stood by Jett, his nephew, when they did not speak to each other. Hargis said Jett was not treated right by being brought to court by fifty soldiers and a Gattling gun. On being pressed for an- other reason. Hargis stated that Jett s mother was his eldest sister, had cared for him during the war when his father had been run away by Federal soldiers, and that as an honest man he wanted to repay that debt with interest.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-06
U. s. SENATOR FROM SOUTH. CAROLINA
 Recommends Pe-ru-na For Dyspepsia and Stomach Trouble
catarrh of the Stomach Is Generally Called Dyspepsia-somethine to Produce Artificial Digestion
 Is Generally Taken. Hence Pensin, Pancreatin and Host of Other Digestive Remedies
 Has Been Invented. These Remedies Do Not Reach the Seat of the Difficulty, Which
 Is Really catarrh.

LNx. U. s. Senator M. c. Butler from
 I South Carolina was senator from that state for two terms. In a recent iet- ter to The Peruna Medicine Go. from Washington. D. C.. he says;
 "l can recommend Peruna for dys- pepsia and stomach trouble. 1 have been using your medicine for a short period and l feel very much relieved. 1t is indeed a wonderful medicine be- sides a good tonlc."-M. c. Butler.
 The only rational way to cure dyspepsia is to remove the eatarrh. Peruna cures catarrh. Peruna does not produce art- ficial digestion It cures catarrh and leaves the stomach to perform digestion in a natural way. This Is vastly better and safer than resorting to artificial methods
 Peruna has cured more cases of dyspep- sia than all other, remedies combined, simply because it cures catarrh wherever located. If catarrh is located In the head. Peruna cures 1t. If catarrh has fastened itself In the throat or bronchial tubes, Peruna cures it. When eatarrh becomes settled in the stomach, Peruna cures 1t, as well in this location as in any other.
 Peruna is not simply remedy for dys- pepsia Peruna Is a catarrh remedy. Pc. runa cures dyspepsia because 1t Is gen. erally dependent upon eatarrh.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-06
GREAT BRITAIN IS
 FRIENDLY ID FRANCE
All the Old Troubles Will Here-
 after be Dropped
NEW POLICY IS SUGGESTED
Baron D'Estournelles Urges Minister pelcasse Not to Let the oppor- tunity Slip and That Agree
 ment Will Be Signed.

Paris August 5.-Baron D'Estournel- les De Constant, who headed the French parliamentary arbitration group on its recent visit to London, has written an important letter to Foreign Minister Del casse. setting forth the results of the rec cent exchanges of views in London and Paris between members of the British and French parliaments and the leading ministers of the two governments. The conferences including those with Foreign Minister Lansdownes and Colonial seere tary Chamberlain there is good reason to believe that Baron D Estournelles ih the references he makes in the letter to the conclusion of an arbitration treaty for the settlement of the outstanding Anglo-French difficulties. has the dis tinet approval of those controlling Great Britains foreign policy while his sng- gestion for reduction of naval force is due entirely to the initiative of the lead ing members of the British Ministry.
 The letters says that during 20 years the fear of parliament opposition has alone prevented the settlement of the Anglo French difficulties and that now that fear Is expelled nothing prevents the adoption Of a eonciliatory policy All the British statesmen whom he saw without distinction of party says the Baron were unanimous in desiring this suggested new policy which must be clearly defined as the forme one was ob- scure
 The new policy has three essential ob- jects
 First-The conclusion of a reasonable arbitration treaty similar to that nego- tiated between Great Britain and the United States and in accordance with clause 19 of the Hague international ar bitration conventions; second, a reduc- tion of the overwhelming naval expen- ses in agreement with France and Rus sia concerning which the Baron claims to have received categorical verbal and written assurances; third, a friendly set clement of the outstanding differences which for twenty years have vainly ex- hausted the resources of diplomacy.
 Baron D'Estournelles urges Minister Deleasse not to let his favorable moment slip by and declare that with equal good will on both sides these three general agreement with Great Britain can be signed in a few months.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-06
BESSEMER.
Wedding of Colonel Johns and Miss
 Rose oppenshaw.

Bessemer, August 5,-(Special.) )-Llew- elyn w. Johns, formerly superintendent for the DeBardeleben Coal and Iron com pany in this city, and now living at West End, and Miss Rose Openshaw of Bir- mingham were quietly married this af- ternoon at the residence of Dr. and Mrs. J. W Carter. the Rev Dr. Beard of Bir- mingham officiating.
 While the marriage was a surprise to the friends of the contracting parties, 1t was not an elopement. Colonel Johns and Miss Openshaw had intended to be mar ried in September, but were spending the day here and suddenly decided 10 have the ceremony perfqrmed at once.
 There were few witnesses and immedi- ately after the ceremony Col. and Mrs. Johns left for New York City and At lantic CAy where they will spend their honeymoon.
 Colonel Johns is one of the best-known men in the district. He has a beautiful home at West End. Mrs. Johns Is an attractive and accomplished young wom- an, and their marriage will prove of wide interest.
 The Misses Bruns entertained num- Der of friends at finch and other games last night.
 Mr. and Mrs. M. J. Boots entertained last night in honor of the first annivei sary of their wedding.
 Mrs II. c, Griggsby entertained the Ladies Social club this afternoon at whist. There were six tables of players, Mrs w. Fay Hurt winning the first prize, Mrs A. H. Handy the second and Miss Fedora Marks the booby Mrs. Griggsby was assisted in receiving by Mrs. War lick, her sister. Ices and cakes were served.
 The Ladies Aid society of the Presby- terian church will meet tomorrow after noon with Mrs M. J. Boots.
 The unveiling of the monument to rho memory of Sovereign George at the old George cemetery near McCalla by the Bessemer camp, Woodmen of the World. will take place Sunday, August g, instead of the 16th, as previously announced.
 The Young Ladies club will meet Fri day afternoon af5 o'clock with the Misses Judson.
 Miss Annie Lawhon of Livingston is the guest of friends in town.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-06
FAST TRAIN DERAlLED.
Engineer Is Killed and Fireman Prob
 ably Fatally Injured.

Wheeling, W. Va. August 5.-The linn tied Pan Handle passenger train from the west, moving toward Pittsburg at the rate of sixty miles an hours was de- railed at Lumley's crossing, Ohio, to- night. Fireman John W. Smith of Den nison O., was killed and Engineer Hoff- man of Allegheny was probably fatally injured. J. B. Calderwood of Denver and Walter O. corbett of Butte, Mont, messenger, were injured. Several pas sengers received minor bruises.
 l. The engineer saw a man walking on the track ahead of him in the direction of which the train was moving and ap- piled the air brakes. The effect was to make the engine leave the track, fol lowed by the cars.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-06
TO DUST GLASS TRUST.
Suit Filed to Prevent Companies oper
 atlng In Ohio.

Cleveland. O., August 5.-Suit to oust the so-called glass trust" the National Glass company of Pennsyl- vania, embracing eighteen companies of the twenty manufacturing pressed glassware and tableware, from oper- ating in Ohio, was filed in the Circuit court today by Attorney General Sheets at the instance of the Federal Glass company of Columbus.
 The Cicero company of Cicero, Ind, and the Federal company are the only independent companies. The suit is based on the Valentine antitrust law, and it Is averred that the National company was forced to limit produc- tion, manipulate prices and stifle con- petition.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-06
DELEGATES ARE ELECTED.
VIII Attend Convention of U. s. Rail
 way Mall Service Men.

Cincinnati, August 5.-At an election for delegates to the twenty eighth annual convention of the United States Railway Mail Service Mutual Benefit association held today, the following delegates were elected: w. A. Adams, Gambler O. ; Samuel l. Parkinson. Columbus. O.; H. E. Lucas. Indianapolis. Ind, and R. D. Wilson. Colliervile Tenn.
 The convention will be held September 5 in Washington. There was a hot con- test for vice president of the association for the fifth division, comprising the states of Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and Tennessee, between R. E. Ross of Gin cinnati, II. E. Lucas of Indianapolis and Oscar Vanhorn of Covington, O.. but Mir. Ross won.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-06
ABSTINENCE UNION
 HOLDS CONVENTION
Thirty-Third Annual Meeting
 Begins in PittSburg
MESSAGE SENT TO PLUS X
Brilliant AssembIage of Catholics and Protestant Temperance Workers Gather to Hear Addresses-The
 Union Has ss,s12 Members.

Pittsbure. August 5.--The delegates and visitors to the thirty-third national con- vention of the Catholic Total Abstinence union gathered this morning at the Du7 ouesne theatre and headed by band marched to the Church of the Epiphany on Washington street, where pontifical high mass was celebrated by the Right Rev. J. F. Regis Caneyin, eoadjutor-blsh- op of the Pittsburg diocese. The Rev Will liam Kelley of Grafton then preached a sermon and made an address, welcoming the delegates and visitors to Pittsburg
 The first business session of the conven- ton was held in the Dpquesne theatre at il o'clock and was devoted to reports of societies.
 A cablegram offering congratulations was sent to Pope Plus x and a committee was appointed to draft letter giving the history of the work of the union in America to be sent to him with request that he send his blessing. The names of this committee are
 The Right Rev. Archbishop John Ire land of St. Paul. Right Rev. Archbishop Tierney of Hartford. Conn. Right Rev. Archbishop of Cincinnati. Right Rev. F.. J. Ryan of Philadelphia, Bishop M, J. Muldoon of Chicago, Bishop J. F. Regis Canevin, eoadjutor-bi bishop of Pittsburg and Right Rev. Archbishop Keane of Dubuque, la.
 Congratulations were also sent to the convention of Catholic Orders of America in session at Atlantic City.
 At the afternoon session the credentials committee reported that three hundred and seventy-two delegates were entitled to vote President Shanley, in his report offered several recommendations for the hetterment of the organization. He praised the work of many priests who during the year have done much to for ward the union by organizing juvenile so- ceties He said the women's societies had done a great work, and they were highly commended
 The report of J. Washington Logue, secretary. showed that the union had a membership of Ss,912 persons. Letters from number of prominent church off cials were read, among them one from Archbishop Ireland, another from Arch bishop Ryan, deploring the fact that they could not attend
 The committee on constitutional amend ment, headed by Rev. Henry Foley of Baltimore, was then appointed.
 Tonight brilliant assemblage of repre- sentative Catholic and many Protestant temperance workers gathered in the Du- quesne theatre to listen to addresses by noted Catholics. The Right Rev Regis Canevin, coadjutor-bishop of the Pitts burg diocese, presided.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-06
Davltt Approaches King.

London, August 5.-Michael Davitt, in long letter published in the Daily News this morning, reproaches King Edward for his failure during his visit to Ireland to exercise royal clemency and liberate Colonel Lynch, the only remaining Irish political prisoner He declares that no other monarch in Europe would have neglected such clemency in similar circumstances and says the Irish people will remember the omission.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-06
BOLTON FURNACE
 IS NOW IN BLAST
PRODUCT OF CENTRAL COAL AND IRON COMPLAINTS FIRST RUN CONVERTED INTO SOUVENIRS. CAPACITY 200 TONS.

tuscaloosa, August 5-fspecial.)-The entral Iron and Coal company's fur Lace of Hoton went into blast yesterday afternoon at 4.05 The torch was lighted by Miss Edith Lodge the beautiful daughter of President Joseph Lodge The work on the furnace began just two years ago. and since that time Tuscaloosa has taken on new life. The citizens are justly proud of this, her first furnace Its ca pacity is 200 tons of pig Iron daily. The machinery used is said to be the most modern to be had anywhere, some of it doing the work of twenty-five men. The first run will be made this after noon. Souvenirs in the shape of little pigs will be made, on which will be moulded: "The First Pig Iron Made by the Central Iron and Coal Company, Au- gust 5, oS" C. w. Hill has had entire control of the construction.
 The first meeting of the Tuscaloosa r. M. c. A since MT. Harmon has been secretary was held last night at the Y. M. C. A. hall. The reports were very gratifying Four hundred and forty dol lars was ordered to be paid out for im- provements. The bath rooms are prov ing quite drawing card. and in the smear future a well-equipped gymnasium will be added. Resolutions were adopted thanking the citizens who have recently subscribed so literally towards the sup fport of the association.
 A. B. McEachin is at home from Bir- mingham where he has been looking up information regarding the university sland squatters.
 Miss Annie Lee Pitts is at home after delightful visit to Franklin, Tennp where she has been with her cousin, Miss Virginia Fitts.
 MT and Mrs w A. Houston are in Sell ma, where they were called on account of the death of Mrs. Seals, Mrs. Hous- toms niece. Their many friends sympa- thize with them in their bereavement.
 finch party was given at the home of MT, and Mrs. J. M. Green last even- ing in honor of Miss Clara Thompson of Birmingham. and was attended by sev- eral young people. The prize beauti- full silk belt, was won by Miss Carrie Pegues, while Miss Cooper captured the booby. Delightful refreshments were served throughout the evening.
 The Warrior Guards left on the Mobile and Ohio railroad this afternoon for Montgomery, where they will attend the encampment. The company left fifty strong.