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Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
SURVEY TO SHORTEN
 WHITE RIVER ROAD

GA party of Missouri Pacific engi- neers, under Capt. Blake, is making a survey of route along the river from this city," says the Batesville Guard "to point intersecting the Magness gravel pit spur, twelve miles below here. It has been known for some time that the Missouri Pacific might seek this new route, in order to avoid the Sulphur Rock hill, and build some twelve miles of new track out of here. The Batesville & Jacksonport Com pany, recently organized here, claims right of way over the same route. As there is room for but one track at Eagle Mountain, the contest will likely go into court, sooner or later. If the Iron Mountain should build a new track over this line, Moorefield and Sulphur Rock would be off the rail- road"
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
NEWPORT MAY SEEK
 MEMBERSHIP IN LEAGUE.

A number of local baseball enthu- siasts feel that Newport should have a membership in the Eastern Arkansas league and contend that the town would support good team by large attendance upon the games.
 Newport is a better town than a majority of those in the league and as good as any of them. To fix up a park and secure enough salaried men to make up good team would cost $500 to $I,000, but a stock company could be organized to back and man age the project, and we believe stock to that amount could be disposed of to our public spirited citizens, who want a little recreation and sport for these dull summer days.
 Let someone take the initiative and see if our citizens are not wiling to subscribe for the necessary stock.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
HUDSON MAINTAINS
 SHORTAGE PREDICTION.

Pine Bluff, July 14.-In his weekly statement of crop conditions Capt. J. M. Hudson of Pine Bluff, a conserva- tive crop expert, says with regard to cotton: "Blooms are just beginning to appear one month late. now es- innate that four or five per cent. of the crop has been or will be aban- doned on account of the scarcity of labor and wet weather. My estimate last week of % per cent. shortage, as compared with 1902, still holds good with strong probability of the short- age being increased. A record of my interviews during the past weeks with fifty farmers indicates an average re- port of a fraction over v per cent. as compared with last years crop. Re- ports run all the way from 50 to 85 per cent. of an average crop. Some late corn promises well; there has been more late corn planted than usual"
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
BIG PEARL PURCHASES. z
Large Ball Pearl of Beautiful Rfnkish White Tint Sold for $3ooo to w. D. Burd and Maurice Brewer oI
 New York.


 One of the largest pearl finds of this season was sold here Tuesday to w. D. Burd of Little Rock and Maurice Brewer of New York, acting together, for the sum of $3000. The pearl weighed 102 grains, was ball shaped of a rich pinkish white tint and had a beautiful lustre. The fine color and perfect shape of the offering con- tributed to it's high value. The pearl was found near Pocahontas in Black River by a clammer, who last season made very valuable find and was first sold at Black Rock.
 The two buyers named also pur- chased sixty grain pink ball pearl at Augusta for $2000 on a trip from which they have just returned.
 It has become well known fact that the world looks to Arkansas rivers alone for these very fine pearls and such finds as the two reported increase the number of those en- gagged in the industry of mussel fish ing, in which the sale of shells alone, pays the clammer a fair remunera- tion and offers him the chance of such rich finds.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
SEEMS TO HAVE WINGED.

A "J. P" down in Breckinridge township by the name of A. B. Collier has indulged in few personalities which he terms reply to recent ar ticle in the INDEPENDENT. 4 sad mockery upon what should be the in- telligence and fairmindedness of a court is such a defense, when argu- ment, facts and reason are thrust aside and billingsgate resorted to. Such mean, personal fings are as 8 rule the retort of an individual who realizes that he is in the wrong and smarts under just censure. It is the language of the bully who is governed by brute passion and not by reason, and is disgusting to any reader of re- finement.
 The original article appearing in the INDEPENDENT simply gave the story of Exter Gentry, who was at that time confined in the jail with number of half nude negroes, and if the condi- O4OhD A1l OCOA hbOW II tO IlS OuSt1CGs we don't believe he would have sent her there. At least we credit him with this much of a humanitarian spirit and sense of decency.
 The jail officers, sheriff and other Newport papers were unanimous in the opinion that the jail was no fit place for any woman, and especially one who gave every evidence of being bereft of the full powers of mind. A review of these few facts is the only defense we feel it necessary to make. We have never charged the Tupelo Justice with any wilful or intentional indiscretion, but the manner ill which he has winced under simple publi- cation of the woman's story and statement of the jaiPs condition now charge him with conscious guilt be- fore the bar of public opinion.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
WILLIAM WILSON LOST HIS LIFE
Young Man of Morrilton Drowned Monday Afternoon While Bathing Deceased Nephew of Judge
 w. L. Moose.

Morrilton, July 13-This afternoon, while several boys were in bathing near where Point Remove creek empties into the Arkansas river, one and one-half miles south of town, William Wilson, one of the most high ly respected young men of Morrilton, stepped into hole and was drowned. Lester Cunningham ran to his rescue, but was unable to save him. Word was brought to town, and large number of men went in search of the body, and found it one hour and a quarter later. All efforts to bring back life were futile.
 Wilson was nephew of Judge w. L. Moose and brother of Mrs. Bessie Gregg of Little Rock.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
SUPREME COURT DENIES
 MOTION TO DISMISS.

Judge Lea of the first division Pu- laski county circuit court made an or der of court Monday in the case of state of Arkansas vs. Jeff Davis ct al., denying the motion of the defendants attorneys to dismiss the suit and overruling the demurrer filed by them.
 This suit was instituted about one month ago by Attorney General Mur-< phy to recover certain money allegtG to have been wrongfully divertedwea' Governor Davis from the contingent fund. The suit had it's origin in the recent "investigation" held to inquire into certain actions of the governor.
 The governor admitted having used the contingent fund to pay certain telephone and postal bills, but claimed it was proper charge.
 Attorney General Murphy claims that this is wrongful use of the fund and acting in his official capacity has brought suit against the governor to compel him to replace the money thus used.
 Soon after the suit was filed a mo- ton to dismiss and the demurrer were argued before the court by counsel and the court took the matter under advisement.
 The order denying the motion and overruling the demurrer was made Monday, the last day of the present term.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
CAPTURED A CoUNTERFEITER.
Deputy Sheriff Lockard Randy Runs Down James E. Erwin at Hoxie
 After Long Chase Prisoner
 Charged With Counterfeiting.

After long chase, whicL included a trip into the Indian Territory upon the part of Sheriff Randy, James E. Erwin was on Monday night arrested at Hoxie by Deputy Sheriff Lockard Randy and brought to this city to await trial on the charge of counter feiting and having in his possession moulds for counterfeiting.
 His preliminary hearing will be held Friday; meanwhile he is a prisoner in the county jail.
 The capture of this noted counter feiter was accomplished after many unsuccessful attempts. A warrant had been sworn out for his arrest in March, but he skipped the country and knowledge of his whereabouts was temporarily lost. Sheriff Randy recently found trace of him at Pitts, and sought to arrest him there, but he escaped to Bonneville and then to Hoxie, where he was captured at a hotel and gave up without resistance.
 The officers have in their possession several of the counterfeit dollars Err win is alleged to nave cast and think they have a strong case against him. The prisoner formerly lived in Bird township about three miles east of Tuckerman and was sent to the peni- tentiary for two years, being con victed of stealing hogs. He is about 45 years of age, weighing 1855 pounds and measuring 5feet 5 inches in height and has black mustache.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
ILL LUCK FOLLOWS
 FOOTRACERS UNDER ARREST

Hot Springs, July 13.-From the time the alleged foot-racers had the bad luck to get tangled up with Pros ecuting Attorney Martin and Sheriff Williams here, misfortune has seemed to hover over them. Their funds have been tied Ep or scattered. Ed Ellis, one of them under sentence of three years in Missouri, lost his father, who dropped dead. Then Boat wright's father died suddenly. Fol- lowing this death, Roger Williams was murdered here in jail two weeks ago, and last Friday Bert Brumley, convicted and under a three-year sentence, who was out on $25, 1000 bond, was drowned at Webb City while fishing. All of these fatalities have happened since the boys were arrested here last November.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
FIOTRACERS EVADE
 ATTORNEYS ATTACHMENT

Hot Springs, July 10.-By shrewd detective work, Prosecuting Attorney Martin recently learned that Boat wright, the supposed king bee of the footrace gang, had a safety deposit box rented in the St. Louis Trust Company, and he at once had it at tached. He felt pretty sure he would find therein big roll of the ill-gotten gains of the gang.
 Mir. Martin went to St. Louis Tues- day and on opening the box the next day found it did not contain copper.
 He ascertained that in May, 1891, Boatwright rented the vault and placed $30,000 in it. He did not re- turn again until in May this year, about month ago, when he evidently withdrew the swag, though he re- tained the box.
 Mir. Martin was considerably disap- pointed, though he was more success ful in other quarters. He recently discovered the whereabouts of $5,G00 at Odessa, Mo-, belonging to Boat wright, which he now has tied up by attachment.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
CARROLL D. WOOD
 COLLARS GOV. DAVIS.
Davis Has An Opponent Who Holds Him Personally Responsible for Reflections Upon Honesty of
 Supreme Court Even in
 His Own Strongholds,

Hampton, Ark, July 13.-In the presence of 1000 persons Judge Car roll D. Wood today caught Governor Jeff Davis by the collar and struck at him.
 The personal encounter was caused by Gov. Davis making remarks that Judge Wood objected to as being re- flection upon the honor of the SUI preme court.
 The two candidates were introduced by Representative Charles Poole. Gov. Davis spoke first, beginning at 12:3O and ending at 2:30. His speech was along his usual lines, except that he was more severe than ever before in his attacks upon the supreme court. He was among Davis crowd in a Davis stronghold and did not lose the opportunity to make it unpleasant for his opponent.
 Judge Wood spoke for one and a half hours after Governor Davis had finished, along the lines he adopted at the outset of the campaign, and was followed by Gov. Davis in a half hour rejoinder. It was in this speech that the governor became so violent in his arraignment of the supreme court. In effect he said the court was corrupt.
 Judge Wood took exception to this and warned Gov. Davis not to repeat the statement. The latter did so, when Judge Wood caught the gov ernor in the collar and struck at him. By islanders immediately interfered and prevented further fighting.
 Gov. Davis then concluded his speech and stated that he had not in tended to reflect upon Judge Woods honor.
 Judge Wood accepted the govern or's statement and the incident closed.
 Judge Wood is ill here this after noon.
 Gov. Davis left for Thornton, where he spoke tonight.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
LIMB SEVERED
 AT LOCKHART'S MILL.

Wesley Mcdonald, son of H. H. Mcdonald, who keeps a restaurant in Batesville, had his leg cut in two just above the ankle on last Monday, says the Bee. His father was sent for and arrived here with his son Saturday morning. The accident occurred at Lockhart's mill on Black River. The young man had been employed at the mill for several years and was care ful, competent employe. In trying to remove some obstruction from in front of the saw he slipped with the fatal result, the loss of his left foot.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
BATESVILLE PASSENGER
 DELAYED BY WRECK

The Batesville passenger train was wrecked this side of Mount Olive a few miles Thursday afternoon, the rails having spread, causing the en- zine to turn half way over.
 Another engine had to be sent up from here, as the derailed locomotive could not be placed upon the track and it was not until Friday morning, shortly before the regular hour of de- partnre, that the BatesvilIe passen- ger returned to Newport.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
FINDIN3 UPON THE FACTS.

Judge Thomas B. Martin sitting as special judge in the case of Octavia Scofield versus Sallie Spott Rankin, on Monday found that the defendant was the legitimate child and legal heir of the late Spott Gibson.
 This decision upon the facts is but one point in the controversy now at law, and the court has yet to pass upon the legal issues involved. The argument has been concluded how ever and the case submitted in briefs, Judge U. M. Rose, one of the attor- neys for the defense, having left on his vacation.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
GRAVES OF VETERANS
 STREWN WITH FLOWERS.


 A large representation of our citi, zenship, both ladies and gentlemen, congregated at Walnut Grove ceme- tery Thursday evening about seven 1 o'clock to do honor to the veterans of our recent civil strife, both of the North and of the South, who now lie in rest beneath the sod of this beauti- 4es'Anetery
 In the sweet language of flowers was tribute paid to those warriors of "the blue and the grey" rather tha. in the eloquence of mans tongue, tafs.ch appropriate and touching remar no' were made by James Henderson ana T. s. Stephens.
 The old national air My Country, 'Tis of Thee,o which tells of reunited people, was borne afar by scores of voices and after prayer by Rev. w. F. Walker, the graves of the soldier boys were strewn with flowers by comrades, mothers, wives and friends of the dear departed.
 The music was in charge of Mrs. R. w. Randy and closed with that popu- lar hymn "Nearer My God To Thee," after which volley was fired by squad of Company G under command of Capt. w. A. O'Neal, concluding the exercises.
 In the flowers, which give up their own lives upon the graves of dead heroes, who fought for the right as they saw it from '61 to '65, is offered the tender sacrifice of comrades, who have not yet been called and of younger generations, devoted tA the memory of men, who have wonN s- teem and admiration not only by req son of personal virtues but as brave soldiers in great armies, who now share alike the love of country which knows no North, no South.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
BEEBE'S MAYOR RESIGNS.

Beebe, Ark, July 10.--At a meeting of the town council held on Tuesday night in Beebe, Hon. Zol Woods ten dered his resignation as mayor of the town, and the same was accepted and Alderman E. T. Fucker, cashier of the Bank of Beebe, was elected by the council as Mir. Woods successor.
 Mir. Fucker was today appointed by Acting Governor Killough.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
DEATH OF MRS. ANNE BRACY.

The Camden, Beacon has the follow ing account of the death of Mrs. Anne Bracy, mother of E. D.aa3Ssgacy of this city:
 "After long and painful Allnesi Mrs. Anne Bracy peacefully pNssee away at her home in this city Has' Thursday afternoon at o'clock. Me funeral services were conducted yess terday morning at o'clock at the Presbyterian church by Rev. Dr. Dixon, after which the remains were followed to their last resting place by a large concourse of sorrowing rela- tives and friends. Mrs. Bracy was among Camden's oldest citizens, and she has always been held in the high est esteem for her many noble Christi ian traits of character. She leaves nine children, four sons and five daughters, to mourn her death. These are Messrs. Sam and Will Bracy of Little Rock, Eugene Bracy of New port, Junius Bracy of Batesville, and Mesdames c. R. Benson and M. L.. Cross of Camden, s. A. Buchanan of Hot Springs, M. c. Cross and Harvey Hudson of Pine Bluff. Twenty one grandchildren and large number of other relatives survive her. Many of the family were with her when the end came.''
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
WINNIE WON FROM POPLAR BLUFF.

That there is something in a name was forcibly demonstrated at Sports mans park Sunday when the team from Wynne won from the hitherto undefeated Poplar Bluff team by a score of to z. During the first five innings the locals had things all their own way, leading by score of to 0, but in the sixth they went all to frag- ments, allowing their opponents to obtain winning lead.
 Wagner's support was ragged, but the infield work of the visitors was superb.
 This was the first defeat of the sea- son for the home team. Poplar Bluff Citizen.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
STOPPED UNDER TREE
 STRUCK BY LIGHTNING

Horace Alison, young man about IA years old, was killed by lightning near West Point Tuesday. He and his sisters were driving from their home to West Point when a heavy rain came up, and they stopped under a large oak tree for shelter. Lightning struck the tree killing the young man and mules instantly, and severely in- turing the young lady. Miss Alison was reported some better yesterday -Searcy Citizen.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
UNIFORM CHARGES
 REQUIRED OF FERRIES.

Pine Bluff, July 12.-On information from various citizens of the county, County Judge Phillips has issued an order directing all ferries to arrange a uniform schedule of charges in ac- cordance with the provisions of the state law. It is alleged that many ferries in the county have for some time been making arbitrary and un- reasonable charges.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
SHORT COUNCIL MEETING.

At the meeting of the council Mon day evening, with all the members present except 0. H. Wilmans and Mayor J. w. Grubbs, little was ac- complished aside from the approving of the minutes of the last meeting and the allowing of accounts.
 The payment of the water works debt was not brought up and adjourn ment was taken to 1 o'clock Tuesday afternoon, when the report of the city treasurer was to be made and the can celled scrip burned.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
CHRISTIAN SCHOOL PICNIC.

The members of the Christian Sun day school and number of invited outsiders spent an unusually pleasant picnic day on Village Creek Thurs day.
 The contents of many huge baskets embraced every delicacy that could be carried in lunch and were enjoyed by all.
 A number took their bathing suits and others their fishing tackle and with ball game on the side, diver sions were not lacking to occupy the time.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
TEACHERS WANTED.

We need at once few more teach" CTS for fall schools, both experienced and inexperienced. We have more calls this year than ever before Schools and colleges supplied with competent teachers free of cost. Ad- dress with stamp.
 American Teachers Assn.
 J. L. Graham, IL. D., Mgr, 2S b2m Memphis, Tenn
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
PETTY OFFENDERS FINED.

Will Collins, claiming to be from Chicago and professional hobo, was fined $50 by Justice Guy Smith Mon- day morning for carrying a concealed revolver. He couldn't respond to the size of the fine and had to go to jail.
 Henderson Jiles, negro was fined $10 and costs for assault and battery Saturday in the court of Esquire Smith.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
WEST BOUND RATES.

Special west bound tourist rates via the Iron Mountain Route-One fare plus 50 cents to Denver, Colorado Springs, Pueblo and Glenwood Springs. Tickets on sale June 10th to September 30th, with final limit of October 31st for return.
 47btf T. H. REAMEY, Agt.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
EQUALIZATION BOARDS NAMED

Governor Davis on Saturday an nounced the appointment of equali- zation boards for the various counties in Arkansas to serve two years.
 The board named for Jackson coun- ty consists of R. Frank Dunn of Tuckerman, Ben Simmons of Tupelo and J. G. Walker of Newport; for h. dependence county, I. N. Barnett, Charles J. Magness and Ben F. Desha.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
CLOVER CLUB ENTERTAINED.

Mrs. Narcie Minor entertained the members of the Glover Club and few invited guests quite pleasantly Thurs day afternoon. Refreshments of ice cream and cake were enjoyed.
 The invited guests present were Misses Eleanor Neill of Batesville, Ray and Lucy Brandenburg and Susie Jones.
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
SPECIAL RATES.

Via the Iron Mountain Route.
 Baltimore, Md. s29.O6. Tickets on sale July 1T and IS, return limit July 3l.
 Detroit, Mich. $22.96. Tickets on sale July 14 and 15, return limit Au- gust 15.
 San Francisco, Cal. $47.5O. Tickets on sale August to IA, return limit October 15 46 btf
Newport weekly independent., 1903-07-17
WERE MARRIED SUNDAY.

Justice L. B. Harris was called down to the White River bridge Sunday morning to perform the marriage ceremony of MT. John w. Smith to Miss Katie Wolford, at the home of James Rister at ten o'clock.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1903-08-18
GOWN GOSSIP.

In Paris they are using bead tassels
wherever there Is an excuse for beads
on pendants
Everything points to the passing Of
the separate skirt and waist. 1t is sur
prlsing that their vogue remained for
SO long a period.
Sleeves grow wider and wider, and
the tendency toward flowing effect,
with or without a close undersleeve,
seems to increase.
The most fashionable material for
fine gowns Is undoubtedly chiffon. II
Is made into day as well as evening
gowns and seen IN spotted and figured
effects quite as often as plain.
Wheat IS dyed all coiors Of the rain.
bow this year and Is much used in the
decoration Of morning hats. X looks
especially well on hats of the same
color or drawn through ribbon bows
which match lis dye.
For a year large waists have been
fashionable, and wide girdles and belts
emphasized rather than otherwise this
amplitude, The princess shape. which
is probably the coming model, demandt
smaller waist New York Post
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1903-08-18
STORIES Of Pill NAY.

English Caricaturist's Experiences
While Hunting For Types"
In his later and more adiuent days
the late Phil May, the English earica-
turist employed a man for the special
purpose Of Turing models to his studio
These models often cost him several
pounds a day, says the New York Her
aid, They would not always pose sat
isfactorily. Once in his studio the girls
would become ridieulously shy, gig
Cling all the time he was at work In
the same way the male models were
likely to drop al their assurance on the
doorstep and become lifeless and vacu-
GUS when they posed.
1.-THE other day" the artist told a
friend, Il got two new girls, to whom
sitting was a strange and fearful ex-
perience. AS usual, they giggled the
whole time / was sketching them, but
only kept them an hour and then
dismissed with shilllngs apiece, The
news Of this evidently got about, ard
the next morning a fearfully groggy
old woman knocked at my door with
the inquiry, "Do you want any
morals?'