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The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1903-04-03

WASHINGTON, April 2-The Navy De-
partment to-day received the following
cablegram from Admiral Coghlan, dated
Guatemala, April 1: Following sent by
Marietta. en- route Belize for stores: Raleigh
arrived Truxillo 2sth. Panther returned
from Puerto Cortez; reports Truxillo cap
tured by revolutionists oath. Our interests
protected Conditions unsettled Communi-
cation uncertain and another collier needed.
Brutus nearly empty"
The collier Marcelus will probably be
sent to Admiral Coghlan.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1903-04-03
LA S0UFFRIERE'S HAVOC.
Vegetation Obliterated by a Dozen
Different Kinds Of Ejecta.

JAMESTOWN. st. Vincent April 2.-The
last eruption of the volcano Souffriere was
the longest. and. considered geologically.
the most interesting. 1t lasted from March
until the morning Of March TO- The vol
cano became again active on the night OF
March 30. when a startling phenomenon
was witnessed. the crater. appearing like
an electric arc, being reflected upon the
mountains of clouds. The Souffriere con-
tinues to show signs of disturbance.
The agricultural officer reports that the
sembles the surroundings OF a gas works.
The young vegetation Is again obliterated
by cinders from the volcano. A dozen diff
ferent kinds OF ejecta were thrown out dur
ing the eruption.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1903-04-03

Government Alleged to Have Lost
S2OOO.OOO mt New York.

NEW YORK, April 2.-The federal grand
jury to-day rendered four indictments
against A. S. Rosenthal. Martin L. Cohen
and Charles E. Brown. Rosenthal and
Martin L. Cohen previously had been in
dicted a charge of entering japanese
silks at the customs house at a value less
than that provided by law, and also had
been jointly indicted with Chas. E. Brown.
a customs examiner, on charge OF con-
spiracy TO secure the passage of silks at
underestimated weights, but the indict-
ments in these cases later were quashed on
the ground that W. Wickham Smith, who
acted as prosecutor, had no legal right TO
appear before a federal grand jury. The
government has begun suits to recover
81, 900 900 alleged to have been lost by under
estimated weights.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1903-04-03
PLUCKY VANDERBILT WOMAN.
Mrs. Jacob II. VIII Make Her own Iiv-
ing by Running IN Tea shop.

NEW YORK, April Mrs. Jacob H.
Vanderbilt to-day opened shop on Fifth
avenue for the sale of novelties. Mrs. VAN
derbilt was married in 1856 to Jacob II.
Vanderbilt, jr.. cousin several times re-
moved of William X. Vanderbilt In 1896
she obtained a divorce. Speaking of her
new venture. Mrs. Vanderbilt says: II
don't know what will be thought of my
starting I'm business. but other women are
making a go of II In similar UNDERTAKINGS
and why shouldn't II"
One Of Mrs. Vanderbilt's ideas is a tea
room. in which she Will brew and pour
special brand of Ceyion tea for CUSTOM
ers She will also sell cigars and cigarettes
suitable for serving at dinner parties.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1903-04-03

by ourselves. The canal must of necessity
go through the territory OF one of our
smaller sister republics. We nave Deeh
scrupulously careful TO abstain from per-
petrating any wrong upon any OF these re-
publics in this matter. We do not WISH 10
interfere with their rights In the least; Dut
while carefully safeguarding them. 10 bulld
the canal ourselves under provisions Whlcn
viii enable us, If necessary, 10 police ana
protect IL. and to guarantee It's neutrality.
we being the sole guarantor- our intention
was steadfast; we desired action taken so
that the canal could always be used by US
in time of peace and war alike. and In time
of war could never be used 10 our detrl-
ment by any nation which was hostle 10
US Such action by the circumstances sur
rounding il, was necessarily for the oenent
and not the detriment of the adjacent
American republics.
AIMS FULFILLED.
After considerably more than half or a
century these objects have been exactly full
filled by the legislation and treaties of the
last two years. Two years ago we were
no further advanced toward the construc-
ton of the isthmian canal on our terms
than we had been during the preceding
eighty years. By the Hay-Pauncefote
treaty, ratified in December. 1901, an old
treaty with Great Britain, which had been
held to stand in the way. was abrogated,
and IL was agreed that the canal should be
constructed under the auspices of the gov
ernment of the United States, and that
this government should have the exclusive
right to regulate and manage il, becoming
the sole guarantor of its neutrality.
Ii was expressly stipulated, Furthermore,
that this guaranty of neutrality should not
prevent the United States from taking any
measures which ii found necessary in order
TO secure by its own forces the defense of
the United States and the maintenance or
public order. Immediately following this
treaty Congress passed e law under which
the President was authorized to endeavor to
secure a treaty for acquiring the right to
finish the construction of. and to operate,
the Panama canal, which had already beeE
1C0NTINITED ON PAGE a coll 6l
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EARTHQUAKE IN MONTANA.


KALISPEL, Mont. April 2.-The residents
of Helena Flats were terrified last night
by an earthquake. More than five acres OF
bluff land was carried a distance of GOO
feet and deposited in the Whitefish river.
The dam is over 800 feet long and no trace
Of the former channel can be seen. The
water is backing up and flooding bottom
lands. The shock caused houses to shake
and dishes to rattle and fall from tables
and shelves.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1903-04-03

though of late something less than 200 tons
per month, roughly valued at $4,000, were
imported from America. The exporters
will endeavor to cure beef without borax
and thus comply with the German law,
destroys the American meat trades here,
and it is not improbable that the total
American meat imports this year will equal
those of 1901, when the total valuation was
about ss,OOooOo. Owing to the high prices
and insufficient home supplies more than
three-quarters of the imports of American
meats are preserved.
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BERLIN. April 2.-The last provisions of
the meat inspection law OF June 3. 1900.
went into effect quietly yesterday at the
ports and throughout the empire This
most far-reaching and sumptuary measure
was put In operation piecemeal by occa-
sional DEGREES because of the ministry of
the interior having to create the inspection
machinery. Section II. referring to canned
meats and sausages, which became effect
i've September I. 1901. further reduced Amer
lean imports so that nothing but boracic
cured beef mad been coming In until March.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1903-04-03

KITTANING, Pa. April 2-The first
hanging I'm the history OF Armstrong coun-
ty took place to-day. when Frank Dudash.
who killed his cousin. Joseph Fendelen, on
Oct. 16. 1901. was executed. The crime for
which Dudash paid the penalty was the
outcome OF quarrel between the two men.
which had taken place in their boyhood
days In Germany, causing fued which
had never been settled until fate threw
the two together In this country as grown
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1903-04-03
CHANGES FAITH AGAIN.

The Rev. samuel NJ. McPhersOn Joins
the Roman Catholic Church.
BOSTON, April 2.-The withdrawal of
the Rev. Samuel NJ. Mcpherson. until two
years ago rector of st. Johns Episcopal
Church, from that belief because he had
embraced the Roman Catholic faith. is an
nounced Before entering the Episcopal
Church Mcpherson was Presbyterian, and
at one time was an instructor at Nashatah
Theological Seminary In Wisconsin.
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men. While working in the same mine
at Yatesboro. Fendelen provoked a quarrel
and tried to stab Dudash. The latter pro-
cured a revolver, and going 10 Fendelen's
boarding house, killed his enemy while he
was eating supper.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-05
HUNTER CASE WAS
 POSTPONED A DAY
Habeas Corpus Hearing to Pro-
 ceed This Afternoon
THE GOVERNORS MARIAN I
Governor Jelks I1onors Acquisition of Governor of Texas fer the Re- turn of Hunter to the
 Lone Star State.

The hearing of the habeas corpus pro- ceedings instituted by attorneys in the case of William A. Hunter, alias William Hunt, charged with being a fugitive from justice and who, it is alleged. was a party to a swindle perpetrat d upon the Fidelity Mutual Life insurance company, was postponed from :'asts day afternoon at o'clock to this afternoon at the same hour on account of the absence of several lawyers connected with the case.
 The hearing will be held in the second division of the City court before Judge Charles A. senn.
 Hunter was brought to the court room yesterday afternoon from the county jail by Sheriff A. ". Burgln. He is a man of large statue and has a light moustache. He eonversed earnestly with his attorney. Robert Bell John T. Shugart, his other counsel, was detained in another court and was not present.
 E. H. Cabaniss was in the court room to represent the insurance company R. c. Miliken, at whose instance Hunter was arrested on Monday morning of last week and placed in the county Jail, was also in the court room.
 A conference between Judge Senn and the attorneys took place and 1t was agreed to postpone the hearing.
 MT Cabaniss stated to Judge senn that he had received a telephone message from J. Kirk Jackson, private secretary to Governor Jelks, to the effect that the governor had signed a warrant for Hunt CT to be turned over to the Texas au- thorities upon his receiving a acquisition from the governor of Texas, and also that he expected an agent from Texas to arr rive today.
 The warrant from Governor Je1ks has not been received but 1t is expected will reach Sheriff Burgln today
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-05
SORE HANDS Itching, Burning Palms, Painful Finger Ends, With Brittle, ShapeIess. DiSC0I0red Nails, As We'll as ROughness and
 RedneSS.
One Night Treatment with Cuti- Cura, the Great Skin Cure.

Soak the hands on retiring in strong, Dry and anoint freely with Cuticura Ointment, the great skin cure and purest of emollents. Wear, during the night, old, loose kid gloves, or bandage lightly in old, soft cotton or linen. For red, rough and chapped hands. dry, Assured, itching, feverish palms, with brittle, shapeless nails and painful finger ends, this treatment is simply wonderful, fre- quently curing in single application.
 Complete local and constitutional treatment for every humour of the skin, scalp and blood. with loss of hair, may now be had for one dollar. Bathe with hot water and Cuticura Soap, to cleanse the surface of crusts and scales, and soften the thickened cuticle. Dry, without hard rubbing, and. apply cutt- cura Ointment freely, to allay itching, irritation and inflammation, and soothe and heal, and lastly, take the Cuticura Resolvent, 10 cool and cleanse the blood. This treatment affords instant relief, permits rest and sleep in the scyerest forms of Eczema and other itching, burning and scaiy humours, and points to e speedy. permanent and economical cure of torturfng, dis6gnring hnmours, from pimples to Scrofnia, fr0m infancy to age. when afl other remedies and tho best physicians fail.
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-05
HOUSE IS BADLY
 DAMAGED BY FIRE
SAMUEL M'CuLLA'S RESIDENCE WAS IN FLAMES, BUT THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THEM BEFORE MUCH LOSS.

Fire partially destroyed the residence of Samuel McCulla at 171S Avenue c last night at T o'clock. The damage to the house and furniture will amount to about $1OOO or $12O0. and was fully covered by insurance.
 At the time of the fire no one was in the house. MT. McCulla was just return ing home from his work and discovered flames and smoke coming from the front portion of his house. His wife left the city yesterday morning and the house was locked up.
 By the time Mir McCulla could tele- phone for the fire department the house was wrapped in flames and part of the furniture was destroyed. The depart ment did some rapid work and prevented the entire house from burning down and the fire from spreading.
 The house was valued at about 5000 and carried $1O0O insurance. The furni- ture was covered by $7OO insurance. A portion of it was saved by neighbors and that which was destroyed was fully pro- tected by insurance.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-05
AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Birmingham Physicians Attending Con-
 vention in New Orleans.

Many physicians of the city are attend ing the convention of the American M -d- ical association at New orleans today. The Louisville and Nashville and Queen and Crescent operated special sleepers last night and among those who reserved accommodations in advance are: Dr. J. C. LeGrande and wife, Miss Annie Le- Grande, Dr. L. c. Woodson and wlie Dr. T. G. Parke ard wife, pr. George Brown, Dr. A. M. Stovall pr. William M. Jordan, MT. J. c. Coulbourne and wife, pr. T. M. Robinson, pr. E. II. Sholl, Dr Mack Rogers and wife, pr. B. L. Wyman and wife. Dr. Pierson, pr. Hamerlck. Dr. s. L. Ledbetter and wife. Dr. l.. C. Moore and Dr. R. S. Talley.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-05
RECEPTION GIVEN
 ID JOSEPH DEVL|N
Distinguished Irish Leader
 Makes Many Friends
CALLED UPON TO RECITE
Ladies' Auxiliary of A. 0. H. Had Ar ranged Interesting Programme. Meeting Was Held at
 St. Paul's Hall.

4 reception was rendered Joseph Devlin, member of parliament from North Kill kenny, Ireland, by the ladies auxiliary of the Ancient Order of Hibernians at St. Paul's hall last night.
 Steps we're also taken toward the or ganization of a branch of the United Irish league in Birmingham, whos, object shall be to contribute material and moral support to the cause for which Ireland Is now struggling.
 Refreshments were served by the ladies of the society during the evening.
 Musical Programme.
 In addition to the social features the following music was rendered: Piano solo. Mrs. Phil Memoli; vocal solo. selected, MT. Bell; song and dance, Miss Reck- ling.
 MT. Devlin responded to & call for a recitation. Ills selection was the con- fession of an Irish peasant who had killed his landlord, to his priest, on the eve of execution. The recitation was very dra- matic and was graphically portrayed.
 During the evening each man present was asked to become a member of the United Irish league. and everyone signi- fled desire to join. A meeting will be held at the Knights of Columbus hall on Thursday evening at which time the organization will be perfected, and large attendance is urged.
 Large Contributions.
 Several large contributions have ale ready been made in Birmingham to the fund for carrying on the work for Ire lands freedom, and 1t is expected that this city will contribute handsome amount
 MT. Devlin came to the United States ten months ago to attempt to raise $l00,- 900. and already he has been instrumental in sending back to Ireland about $72,OOO
 He will leave Birmingham this morning for Montgomery and from there will go to Savannah. and thence to New York. It is his intention to sail from America in time to be in his seat in parliament when the Irish land bill now pending has its third reading, which will be early in June,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-05


 cade. It also embodies all salient sug- gestions and recommendations made by members of the order in various grand domains The report contains 1s,0O0 words and MT. Smith has devoted considerable time to its compilation.
 Tonight at Magnolia hall, on Third ave- nue, an exemplifcation of the work of the rank of Knight, amplihed form, will be held The team will be a picked one and 1t is thought the hall will be crowd ed at this time. After the work light refreshments will be served
 Grand Tribunal.
 The grand tribunal of the grand lodge of Alabama met yesterday at the Nor ris hotel. This body is composed of three members of the grand lodge appointed by the grand chancellor. w. P. Mckenzie of Birmingham. and w. P Acker of An niston were present, but o. D. Street of Guntersville was detained. Jacob Pep perman is recorder of the tribunal. At the meeting yesterday the members transacted what business came before them for consideration.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-05
TRIAL WAS SOON OVER.
John T. Shugart, Charged With Per suadlng Witnesses, Was Not Guilty.

John T. Shugart, Birmingham att torney, charged with retarding justice by persuading witnesses to absent them- selves from court, was tried in the first division of the Criminal court before Judge Samuel F. Greene yesterday and acquitted by the jury, which remalntd out only six minutes.
 MT. Shugart was indicted by tho grand jury It was in reference to the case of the state against Charley Counts, charged with the murder of William Laffcrty. who was acquitted when tried. The indictment charged that MT. shugart asked John Cochrane. witness in the case to take a trip and tried to persuade him not to attend the trial.
 Refer ence was also made to a witness named Ike Little. The trial occupied only a short time. A number of witnesses were put on the stand to testify as to whether or not they would believe Cochrane under oath.
 The jury took the case shortly after 2 o'clock and returned a verdict of not guilty
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-05
PHILIP A. FOX LAID
 TO REST YESTERDAY
Rabbi NewfieId Conducted the Relig. lous Services and Charles S. Sim
 mons Read EIks' Ritual.

The funeral of Philip A. Fox, who took his life by shooting himself Sunday af- ternoon. took place yesterday afternoon at 3:sO o'clock from the deceased's resi- dence at 71s South Twentieth street. The services were conducted by Rabbi New field of Temple Emanuel.
 The interment was in the Jewish ceme- tery. The EllSs conducted a short cere- mony at the grave. Exalted Ruler Chas. S. Simmons of Birmingham lodge No. 79 read the ceremony from the ritual. Rabbi Newfield conducted short service at the grave.
 A number of Elks were present at the funeral and accompanied the remains to the cemetery. The pall-bearers were from the order, as requested by Mir. Fox in the note he left. They were Wal ter Gardner, A. J. Hall, M. L. Bech, Gus Rotholz, E. c. Mackey. Jr.. and Sig Levy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-05
CINCINNATI GRAND LODGE.
Elks of Queen City Want to Secure
 Next Meeting.

Cincinnati Lodge No. > B. F. O. E.. has sent out a circular stating that they would invite the next annual meeting of the grand lodge to their city, and that a large amount of money had been raised for the purpose of entertaining the visi- tors. They have appointed a special com mittee to secure the meeting. and every effort will be put forward
 Mayor Drennen and other prominent Elks received copies of the letter yester- day. The Queen City claims that she has some excellent attractions to aid r entertaining the Elks should they honoi her with their presence.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-05
ANOTHER IMPORTANT CHANGE.
Jesse French Piano and Organ Com pany Secure Services of Valuable Man.

Manager J. H. Holcomb of the Jesse French Piano and Organ company has closed a contract with E. T. Macoom as floor salesman for this city. Realizing the enormous amount of business that is done by his company, Manager Holcomb saw the necessity of procuring the serv- ices of man to handle this trade who was thoroughly familiar with all branches of the piano trade and also piano construction, and in securing MT. Ma coomb's services he has in him one of the best informed men in the south. MT. Macoomb has reputation as one of the best informed men in the United States. and fully competent to hold the important position rendered him. Manager Holcomb realizes the importance of hiring the Highest priced statesmen that he can pro- cure. and in securing MT. Macoomb he has the highest priced salesman in the south. MT. Macoomb will be pleased to meet all his friends at the Jesse French Piano ana Organ company warehouse on Third avenue at any time.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-05
COUNTY SANITARY COMMISSION
Meeting Will Be Held Today in Presi.
 dents Office.

The Jefferson county sanitary commis- sion will meet today at noon in the office of the president Frank Y. Anderson.
 Among reports to be made is one to the effect that the line of branch sewer from Bessemer, running mile and half to Valley creek, has been completed and is now being used This branch connects with the city sewer of Bessemer.
 It is not expected that at today's meet ing the finance committee will make a report on negotiations for the sale of bonds to secure money for building the large trunk sewer which. 1t is proposed to build at an early date
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-05
STOCKHOLDERS MEETING TODAY.
T. O., |. & R. R. Go. VIII Elect Board
 of Directors.

The annual meeting of stockholders of the Tennessee Coal, Iron and Railroad company will be held in Tracey City, Tenn, today and a board of directors elected for the coming year. There will probably be no changes.
 Very few stockholders will be actually present but will be represented by proxies, as the meeting is a mere formal fly to comply with the laws of Tennessee, which is the state In which the company is incorporated.
 Vice President and General Manager Charles McCrery left yesterday for Tracey City to be present at the meeting. He will return tomorrow morning.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-05
TO HAVE PICNIC.
Lodge of Railway Trainmen Will Spend
 Day on the Warrior.

The annual picnic of Birmingham Lodge No. 59O, Brotherhood of Railway Train men, will take place Saturday. May 26 and will be on the banks of the Warrior river near cordova.
 A special train will leave Birmingham at a. m on that date over the Frisco and will return late in the afternoon. A rate of $1 for the round trip will be made Memolis band has been engaged and B large number of prizes for various con- tests will be offered, Fc that there will probably be large attendance.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-05
PHILANTHRoPIc WORK.
Judge Feagln Endeavoring to Find a
 Home for White Boy.

Judge Feagin is trying to find home for Ernest Driver a white boy who has been in court for several days. The boy seems to be much better than the average brought in to his honor's court. and has no parents or relatives who can care for him. Judge Feagin has written to a prominent planter who lives near Bir- boy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-05
Fined for pisorderIy Conduct.

On charge of disorderly conduct. James Page. negro, was yesterday fined $50 by Judge Feagin in the Police court Another case was yesterday placed on the docket against Mat Bozweii who was bound over to the Criminal court several days ago on charge of burglary and grand larceny.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-05
WILL MAKE HALF RATE.
Horses for Show to Be Handled the
 Round Trip for One Fare.

One fare for the round trip for all horses brought to Birmingham for the horse show has been allowed by the Southern railway Mayor Drennen was notified yesterday by Division Passenger Agent Browder that he had received in- structions to that effect and that the rate would go into effect some time before the show.
 Mayor Drennen, who is chairman of th' transportation committee, thinks th' other roads will make the same rate, ant that this will insure the entries of z number of horses.