davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
KING PETER ARRIVED.
Ministers, Government Officials and Military Authorities Greet Him.

h1lnlSISTS, SOfGI4mSub Ol1CldLS anu
 Military Authorities Greet Him.
 Belgrade, June 24.-King Peter ar rived here at 10 o'clock this morning, He was received with great enthusi- aSm.
 The ministers, government officials, judges, municipal and military author ities and leading citizens were assem- Died on the platform of the railroad station, which was profusely decorat- ed. The only foreign representatives who participated in the reception of the king were the Russian minister, M. Tcharykoff, and the Austrian min ister, Herr Dumba, with the members of their legations. A guard of honor, with a band, saluted as King Peter de scended from his car and greeted the cabinet ministers. The premier, M. Avakumovics, introduced M. Tchary- koff to the king, and the Russian min ister presented the Austrian minister, bhus the Austrian minister had no in- tercourse with the provisional govern- ment with which thus far he has had no relations.
 A procession was then formed and the king proceeded to the cathedral. The streets were lined with troops and crowded with people, who had been pouring into Belgrade from the prov dnces during the last day or two Ar ter the celebration of a mass, which was attended with all the splendor of the eastern church, King Peter drove in state to the new palace.
 Although the kings entry into Bel grade was distinguished by a diplo- matic boycott his reception by the people was everywhere marked by heartiness, which approached genuine enthusiasm, in which all classes par ticipated The officials were in uni form and wore all their decorations. Wor1cmen were engaged all night long in finishing the erection of Vene- tian masts and triumphal arches and some of the latter were only completed as the firing of guns announced King | Peters entry into his kingdom when the train traversed the bridge connent- ing Servia with Austria.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
CLOSING DAY AT YALE.
For the First Time the Sun shone on
 the Exercises.

For the First Time the Sun shone on
 the Exercises.
 New Haven, June 24.-The presenta- ton of degrees to the members of the graduating class in all the departments of the university, and the comforting of honorary degrees by President Had ley formed the chief function of the closing day of Yale commencement week. The formal commencement ex- ercises were held ill Woolsey hall, one of the new buildingsdust completed with the Yale bi-centennial fund, at 10:45 o'clock. Following the usual custom, the fellows of the university, guests and seniors assembled on the campus and headed by President Hadley marched to the hall. For the first time since the commencement. week opened, there were occasional glimpses of sunlight during the morning, and the day gave promise of fine weether,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
CITY NEWS

Miss Lucy H. Gordon of Woodbury and Miss Grace Roberts of Waterbury have been guests of MT and Mrs Charles N. Gordon of Bristol
 John T. Drescher, the Grand street barber and hair-dresser, is having a new front put in his place of business, and n few days hence his old custom CTS will hardly recognize the old stand.
 Contractors William McGrath x Sons have been awarded the contract for doing the grading and laying curbing and sidewalk Ut St Michaeps church property, Watervsiie, and will com. mence operations tomorrow.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
HARVARD WINS FIRST RAGE.

Gales Ferry, June 24.- Harvard took the first trick in the racing game this noon by winning the freshmen four pared race of three-quarters of mile. Both crews got away smartly at the pistol shot, Yale taking slight lead. Harvard quickly overtok the lead and from that to the finish there was never clear water between the boats. The advantage alternated, each boat hav- ing the lead several times. At the finish Harvard was three-quarters of a length ahead. The time was three minutes.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
COFFIN PLATE FACTORY

Taunton, Mass, June 24.-The coffin plate factory of Eldredge & Co, of this place was destroyed by fire early to-day causing loss of $50,000 on which there was $17,00O insurance. The fire was breaking through the windows when first seen and before the fire department reached the place which was some distance from fire house the flames had got such hold that it was impossible to check their progress. The cause has not been learned.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
FOUND DEAD IN SWAMP.

Cleveland, Miss, June 24-The body of George Kincaid, a negro, who seri- ousIy wounded John Brook and George Stoakely, five years ago, has been found hanging in the swamps. A mob gathered at Pulevilles Saturday to lynch the negro, who was spirited away to this place by deputy sher- if. A man named Jackson presented an order signed by another deputy sheriff for the delivery of the prisoner. Kincaid was then given up and taken away. The discovery of his body in the swamp followed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
GAS SUPPLY GUT OFF.

New York, June 24.-Richmond bor- ough on Staten island is in trouble with the gas company over unpaid bills and the supply to all municipal buildings has been shut off. The only incon- venience resulting was at the police stations. At the main station in Stapleton, the sergeants had to do their work by the light of lanterns, and the men on reserve slept in their clothing, fearing that if they undress- ed in the dark they might be called sud denly and would be unable to find theiw clothing.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
SURGEON MUNsoNs REPORT.
Says Conditions in the Philippines Are
 Improving.

Washington, June 24, -Surgeon-Gen eral O'Reilly has received an interest ing report from the medical officers in the Philippines, which shows 8 steady decrease in the death rate of the city of Manila as result of the operations of the medical officers of the army. The death rate of Manila for the first quarter in each of the past four years has decreased steadily from 46.S0 per thousand of the population for the first quarter of 1900 to 2217 for the first quarter of 1908.
 Assistant- Surgeon Munson says that the Improvement in the conditions this year has been accomplished in spite of the fact that Asiatic cholera and bu- bonic plague both previously had gained foothold In the islands, and that the exiStence of a largely unvac- cinated population in the provinces meant constant introduction into the city of tn einfection of smallpox. Gases of plague, cholera and smallpox have occurred in Manila during the present year but the precautions taken by the board of health have prevented an epidemic therefrom.
 "The sanitary results obtained in the past four years through American con. trol have been accomplished" says Dr ATunson, despite the naturally insa- Iubrious location of Manila and it's to. tai lack of sanitation under the former sovereignty, which from the level site interfering with drainage, the many foul canals ramifying the city, the ab. sence of any sewage system and the existence of an impure and insufficient water supply and many old unhealth. full habitations--have created sanitary problems of the greatest difficulty. The board of health, therefore, has been un. able to turn previously existing meth ods and conditions to sanitary advant age and has found it necessary not only to develop entirely new plans oi improvement but at the same time to combat the results oi conditions inherited from the Spanisl administration The mixed .characte of the inhabitants with their preju dices. superstitions and largely primi tive habits of life, also has been con stant obstacle in sanitary work"
 Attention is called to the fact tha the present annual mortality in Ma nila, 2217, Is lower than that of man, cities not commonly regarded as UT healthful, situated in the United State and elsewhere. Tn Washington cit the annual death rate per 1000 in 190 was 22.S0. According to Dr Muso the present death rate of Manila com pares not unfavoralbly with San Fran cisco, Boston and New York, Glasgow Paris, Vienna and Havana.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
THE DATES CHANGED.

New York, June 24.-The regatta committee of the New York Yach club announced today that the dates for the special races of the yachts Constitution, Columbia and Reliance at Newport have been changed and finally fixed as follows: June % and 30 and July 1, 2, 8 and 4. As planned originally the sries was to end July 8. These races will not be the official trials.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24

Disturbances are central this morn ing in the Lake region and Texas.
 The Lake region disturbance will probably pass out the St Lawrence val ley tonight.
 The area of high pressure continues over New Brunswick and will proba- bly produce easterly winds and consid, erable cloudy weather in this vicinity especially at night.
 Conditions favor for this vicinity pleasant weather during the day and cloudy with light fog tonight. Thurs day cloudy in the morning and pleas ant during the day. Slowly rising temperature.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
MAY FORM NEW CABINET.

Budapest, Hungary, June 24.-Count Hedervary, the ban of Croatia, has made so much progress in his mission of consolidating the opposition here that he will probably now succeed in form ing a new cabinet. To-day he inform ed the Kossuth members of the diet that he had abandoned the proposed increase of the number of Hungarian recruits foE- the imperial army and would be content with the usual number of men. This removed one of the main subjects of the dispute.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
PRINCE GEORGE SAILS.
He Has Been Visiting in the United

He Has Been Visiting in the United
 States for Some Time.
 \ New York, June 24.-Prince George of Bavaria, grandson of the Emperor Franz Josef of Austria, has been sec ing the United States and has sailed for home, Under the title of Count of Wurtemburg, he successfully hid his identity here until a few hours before sailing.
 We have heard much in Europe of your American invasion" he said, 'but I had not realized what tremendous re sources there are in this country. II is marvellous, and especially the energy one sees everywhere. Bavaria, be, lieve, supplies the United States with more musicians than commercial pro ducts, but We hope in time to remedy that"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
FOUND IN STONES POND.
Body of Roswell A. Pond, a Weli to Do
 Southington Man.

:
 Southington, June 24.-The body of Roswell A. Pond, & wellsto do citizen, was found to-day in Stones pond by two men who were rowing across the pond on their way, to. their work. He was 70 years old and lived with his sister-in-law, Mrs Mary A. Andrews of Summer street
 MT Pond formerly lived in Winsted, and went there about week ago to attend to some business. It is sup posed that on his return to this vil- lage he accidentally fell into the Quin- nipiac river while going to his home. The river has been at freshet height for several days, and the current was strong enough to have carried the body into the pond where it was found, The clothing contained $100 in money, two watches and a real estate bond of the value of $500.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
COMET DISCOVERED.

San Jose, Gal, June 24 W. ". Campbell, director at LiclS observatory, says: "The comet discovered in the constellation Aquarius yesterday by Borrelly of the Marseilies observatory. France. was observed at the Lick ob- seryatoxg Tuesday morning.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
AT MouNT HoLYnKE.

South Hadley, Mass, June 24. Mount HoIyoke college celebrated its sixty sixth annual commencement to-day. The oration was delivered by Rev Ira Remsen of Johns Hopkins university. President Woolley conferred the de grees. Following the graduating ex- ercises the alumnae collation. was served in the gymnasium.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
BROTHER ANsELM DEAF.

New York, June 24.-The Rev Anselm, director of the Lasalle acad- emy of the Christian Brothers in this city is deads after an operation for acute kidney trouble, from which he had suffered for two years. Known in the world as George Stafford, he was one of the most prominent members of Ithe Order of Christian Brothers. He was born in Albany, N. r., 37 yeare ago.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
LAST OF SEVEN.
Brother of Patrick Gleason, Mayor of
 Long Island Found Dead.

New York, June 24. Timothy Glea- son, who was prominent in the Fenian uprising in 1857 and was brother of the late Patrick Gleason, the Battle Axe Mayor" of Long Island City, has been found dead in furnished room in Brooklyn. He was the last of seven brothers. When he took part in the Fenian uprising he was imprisoned three months. Then he came to America. One of his brothers was General Joseph Gleason, who served in the civil war. Twin brothers died in California and others i'll the south.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
ESCAPED FROM PRISON.

Two New Workers Got Out of the
 Tombs By Burrowing.
 New York, June 24.-Two men pris- soners are reported to have escaped from the tombs prison early this morn ing by burrowing underneath the wo- mems prison. It is understood that the men had to dig up a pile that served for the foundation of the old prison Their clothes were found, it is said, in the subway trench at Elm and LeonarS streets.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
INJURED IN RAILROAD WRECK

Paducah, Ky, June 24.-A wreck oc- cured last night on the Illinois Central railroad one mile south of Dawson Springs between a south-bound freight and a north-bound freight. Engineer Underwood and Fireman Jennings of Paducah and negro from Louisville, whose name could not be learned, are reported fatally injured.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
AMERICAN LAWYER PARoLEp.

Tucson, Ariz. June 24.-Walter Nc Curdy, young American lawyer, who has been in a Mexican prison at Her mosillo for the last six months on q charge of forging telegrams to secure possession of the Yaqui Copper Co.'S stock, was paroled yesterday by the governor of Sonora.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
GEN MANNING HEARD FRoM.

Alden, June 24.-The anxiety regard ing General Mannings force in Somali- land, East Africa has been allayed by the receipt of the news that a flying column from Berbera got in touch with him at Damel, where General Manning arrived without encountering any op- position.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
WAS SIX MILEs AWAY.

Wilmington, June 24-Arthur Cor well, the man under arrest here, claims to be a resident of Hartford City, h. diana. He says that he is a member of the fraternal order of Eagles and on the night of the lynching he was at Shell Pot park, six miles from the place where White was lynched, at tending a carnival being held by the local lodge
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
FIRE STARTED IN rHEATER.

Winnipeg, Man, June 24.-A fire in Wetaskawin, Alberta, did damage amounting to $200,000. The fire started in a hall used for a theater over the general store of Heric X Co, and de- stroyed dozen stores and other build ings.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
GUILFoILB ATTACHES.
Sub Contractor on Naugatuck Road
 Wants His Money.

Derby, June Establishments aggre- gating $35, ,000 were placed today on the property of the J. J. O'Brien Con tracting Go by o. D. Guilfoile, the sub contractor, who has been building the double track line on the Naugatuck branch Guilfoile claims that the O'BE.en company owes him $25,000, and as he has about completed his work he fears that he will be unable to bring about satisfactory settlement unless he holds the property.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
WEATHER FORECAST

Boston, June 24.-Forecast for Con- necticlt: Generally cloudy weather, probably without rain, tonight and Thursday; fresh easterly winds.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
GOLD FOR FRANCE.

New York, June 24.-Lazard Freres have engaged $j,500,000 gold for ship ment to France tomorrow.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24
ANARCHISTS ARE ARRESTED
Banished From France They vii
 Now be Escorted to Frontier

One of Them Was Concerned in the
 Nihilist Conspiracy of lSs7-Sent to
 Hard Labor in the Siberian Mines
 The Pair Have Been Expelled from
 Several Countries.
 Paris, June 24.-The Russian an- hrchasts, Prince Victor Nackashfdze and his wife,. whose expulsion from France had been decreed, were arrested to-day at Thonon-Les- Bains, on the south shore of Lake Geneva. They will be escorted to the frontier.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24

HONOR FOR ADMIRAL CLARK.
 Lewisburg, Pa, June 24.-At the fifty third commencement of Bucknell uni versity. the honorary degree of doctor of laws was conferred on Admiral Charles F. Clark, U. S. N.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-06-24

Prince Victor Nackachidze was com promised in the great Nihilist conspira- cy of 1887 and was condemned to death. At the last moment his sen tence was commuted to hard labor in the Siberian mines whence he managed to escape. He sought refuge in Paris, where in July, 1890, he was condemn ed to q years Imprisonment for being concerned with a number of other Rus sian refugees in the manufacture of explosive bombs. After completing his term of imprisonment the prince was expelled from France but returned to Nice, where he was again arrested and sentenced to the penitentiary for having violated the decree of exile. In 1901 the prince and his wife were ar rested at Leghorn, Italy, having enter ed Italy in defiance of the anti-anarch- list regulations, and after twenty days Imprisonment they were expelled from that country as dangerous anarchists. The prince is said to belong to one of the best families of Russia, closely re- lated to the imperial family.
 Princess Nackachidze, who is de- scribed as a very clever woman, has the distinction of having been con demned to death In Russia as one of the principal leaders in the Skopoka conspiracy. She has studied medicine and holds diploma as a physician. It is asserted that the prince and princess have at various times been expelled from Germany, Spain, Austria and Belgium, at the request of the Rus sian police.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1903-11-10
CURRENT EVENTS: THE DRIFT OF THINGS
AS WE SEE 1T.

In North Carolina last week public interest
centered in four things the rise in price of cot
ton, DR.. John Bassetts South Atlantic Quarterly
article on the negro question, the elections in the
North and West on Tuesday, and the Panama
revolution. We are not going to discuss the prob
able course of cotton prices further thanCto say
that the outlook indicates that the price will not
fall below ten cents again this season-and that's
satisfaction enough for the farmer. We are
printing on another page an interview with a Ra-
leigh buyer who insists that the price will be 1912
cents before spring, but we shall not assume the
responsibility of advising farmers to hold for
that figure.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1903-11-10

cents before spring, but we shall not assume the
responsibility of advising farmers to hold for
that figure.
DR.. Bassett's Firebrand.
DIR. John Spencer Bassett, of Trinity College,
wrote for the November South Atlantic Quarterly
an article, STIRRING Up the Fires of Racial An
tipathy," which itself seems likely to do as much
to stir these fires as any article, save one, that
has appeared in North Carolina for a score of
years. The head and front of DIR. Bassett's Of
Tending is not that he pronounced Booker Wash
ington the greatest Southerner since Lee, but
that mis- article is in effect a plea for the equality
of the races, as fast as it may be brought about
and apparently for social equality, for the arti-
Gle is at least so worded as to suggest this, what
ever DR.. Bassett may have intended it to imply.
"Not even a black skin and a. fat nose can justify
caste in this country" he says. "The only solu-
ton reserved for us is the adoption of these chill
dren of Africa into our American life. In spite
of our race feeling, of which the writer has his
share, they will win equality at some time"
Knowing the reputation and record of DR.. Bas-
sett as we do, we cannot believe that he, North
Carolinian as he is by birth and breeding, recog-
nized the full purport of his words. We cannot
believe that he thought of the thousands of black
men, low in intellect and low in morals, whom
such utterances might fire with incendiary dis
content and with hurtful aspirations. We can
not believe that he thought of the millions of
white women to whom this aroused passion would
mean increased peril. We cannot believe that he
thought of the revolving amalgamation which
would be the logical result of equality"
1t is hard for a Southern white man to discuss
such a subject dispassionately. Amalgamation
is the natural corollary of social equality. "Can
you eat with a man at your table and not stop to
talk with him. writes a Southern woman in one
of the November magazines. "And if you talk to
him in your dining room, how can you avoid talk
ing to him in your drawing room? If he talks
to you socially, how can you forbid his talking to
your family socially? If you have entertained
him socially, how can you resent his aspiration
for your daughter" So the writer concludes
that "miscegenation is the inevitable outcome of
social equality"-and of miscegenation no right
minded white man thinks with composure. DIR.
Edgar Gardner Murphy echoed the feelings of the
South in this matter when he declared: "Rather
than see anything which might look directly or
indirectly toward the mutual assimilation or
amalgamation of these races, I would prefer to
see an utter end of both. Better a noble extnc-
ton than an ignoble perpetuation."
VIZ do not believe, however, that the negro will
ever equal the white man in intellect or ability
He is not merely an undeveloped race, but an in
ferior race. "By many writer's" saws Mr. Alfred