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Newport daily independent., 1903-06-01
LOST HIS LIFE
 STRUGGLING IN WAVES.
Henry Kennedy Only Son Of Captain Kennedy Of "Idaho' Fell From Boat Above Augusta Saturday And Was Drowned-Body
 Not Recovered.

Henry Ward Kennedy, the only child of Captain o. H. Kennedy of the steamboat ''City of Idaho," on Satur day morning about 10:3O o'clock, when the boat was under full headway up stream, fourteen miles from Augusta, fell from the deck into the turbulent waters of White river, made rough by high water and the waves created by the big stern wheel of the boat.
 The little fellow, only twelve years of age, was knocked overheard by the falling of stack of shell sacks, but had presence enough of mind to swim out of danger from being caught by the wheel and had sufficient strength to hold himself above the water for over eight minutes. A row boat was launched, but could not be handled well owing to the rough water and was only few feet away when the brave little fellow gave up his fight with the pillows and was submerged ill sight of his frantic parents and the crew of the boat.
 Four hours were spent in dredging the river, but the remains were not found and all day Sunday this work continued, but to no avail, as the high water makes dredging very difficult.
 The City of Idaho proceeded to this port, where her cargo was unloaded and left Monday afternoon with dyna- mite for the scene of the drowning, in charge of Capt. I. E. Russell.
 The remains if recovered will be brought here for burial. The father and mother have the deepest sympa- thy of their many friends in the loss of this beloved child, whose kindly disposition and upright sincere char acter made him the object of affec- tionate regard upon the part of many friends.
Newport daily independent., 1903-06-01
RIVER RISING SLOWLY.

White river is rising slowly, having registered 20.4 feet on the guage Mon- day. From the Upper White, en- couraging reports have been re- ceived, as only 2 of foot rise was re- corded at Mount Olive Sunday night and the river is on stand at Devero. From Batesville however, comes the report that White is rising slowly and the rains are said to have been heavy on the head waters of Black river, though that river is still on stand at Elgin. Without further rains, and the cool weather makes them improbable, White will hardly pass the 23 foot mark on the local guage.
Newport daily independent., 1903-06-01
Eupion Oil

When buying Illuminating oil insist on having EUPIoN, the family safety. This is a double distilled process oil that is ODORLEss and absolutely safe. If you will use clean burners and wicks and EUPIoN OIL you will have best light obtainable. The only merchants in Newport that sell this high-grade oil are Wolf-Goldman Mere, Co.,, w. B. Chastain, Wilmans Bros, R. D. Wilmans, Heiliger's Union Market Co.,, Martin Bros, Har@ ris & Daugherty and o. M. Bowen.
 Waters-Pierce Oil Comply
Newport daily independent., 1903-06-01
NATURE OF SURVEY
 INDICATES CONSTRUCTION

The acquisition of the Frisco by the Rock Island would seem to favor rather than retard the construction of the fifty miles of surveyed railroad between Pocahontas and Newport, from the fact that the filling in of this gap would furnish the Leeds system a St. Louis Little Rock line by way of tbe St. Louis 6 Southeastern to Poca- hontas and from Newport to Little Rock over the Choctaw.
 On Saturday, the Frisco surveying corps under charge of Engineer Robt. Burgess, reached Pocahontas, after completing from Newport one of the most careful and precise surveys the corps had ever been instructed to make, requiring over six weeks and covering only 30 miles. The distance was measured from every section line and the work was characterized by such exactness, as can hardly be ex- plained, except upon the theory that the roads construction is certainty
 Two surveys were made out of Newport, one leaving Jacksonport to the left and crossing Black river at Elgin, route shorter by five miles than the other through Jacksonport, which will bridge Black at Point Ferry.
 J. O. Turner was a member of tho corps of surveyors and returned home from Pocahontas, the others leaving for San Antonio, Texas.
Newport daily independent., 1903-06-01
CONGRESSMAN LITTLE
 NOT A CANDIDATE.

Hot Springs, Ark, May 31.-Editor J. L. Wadley of the News is in receipt of a letter from the Hon. John s. Little, from which the following ex- tracts are taken, by courtesy of the News:
 "Your letter suggesting my candi- dacy for governor, also copy of the News containing an editorial upon the same subject, received. In reply beg to assure you that I deeply ap- preciate the high endorsement you give me, and appreciate more than all else the statement that I have the friendship and confidence of the peo- pie of all classes in my old congress 9.0nal district, and while l hold this good opinion IS a precious treasure, I want to say to you frankly and can didly, without any sort of evasion, that I have no desire or intention of becoming candidate for governor at our next state election, but it is my purpose to be a candidate for re- cleo tion to congress at the proper time, if my services have been satisfactory to my constituents"
Newport daily independent., 1903-06-01

W. w. McMinn spent Sunday in Little Rock.
Newport daily independent., 1903-06-01
CARROLL D. WOOD
 CANDIDATE FOR GOVERNOR
Formal Announcement Of Intentions Of Associate Justice -Ex- Senator Jones Declines To Run Hine- mon Has Other Bees In
 His Bonnet

Little Rock, Ark. May 31.--Associate Justice Carroll D. Wood has author ized the announcement of his candi- dacy for governor in opposition to Gov. Davis, who is running for third term. Judge Wood says he will issue a statement ill few days announcing his platform and policy in the event of his nomination and election.
Newport daily independent., 1903-06-01
NUMBER 90
TEACHERS WANTED.

We need at once a 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, 28 b2m Memphis, Tenn.
Newport daily independent., 1903-06-01

Mrs. V. Y. Cook and daughter Miss Varina came down from Batesville Monday morning, where they have been guests of Paul Butler and wife, on their way home to Elmo.
Newport daily independent., 1903-06-01
sENAToR JONES DECLINES.

Rumors were flying thick and fast in Little Rock today that ex-Senator James K. Jones was about to an nounce his candidacy for governor against Gov. Jeff Davis. A telegram was received from Senator Jones from Hope stating that he had no idea of running for governor and was at loss. to know how the report started.
Newport daily independent., 1903-06-01
The Burglar Is Abroad.

We write Residence In- surance covering loss through Burglary, Theft and Larceny. The pol icy insures the personal property and effects (ex- cepting money) of the assured and members of his family a Il d other persons residing with him
 Against theft committed by any person unlawful ly o Il t h e premises. Against theft committed by any domestic servant employed by assured. Premises may be left without notice to or permit from the Com pany. The rates are low. SEE US.
Newport daily independent., 1903-06-01
SCHOOL BOARD REORGANIzED

At meeting of the directors of the Newport Public School Saturday afternoon, reorganization was eff fected by the election of w. R. Thompson, president; H. Bernstein, secretary and Dr. c. West, treasurer.
 The two members chosen at the re- cent election, R. F. Drummond and c. West were present and took the oath of office. The election of teachers for the coming year was set for June 9,
Newport daily independent., 1903-06-01

See that siphon oil can at Bowen's Cash Store. 25 dtf
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-07-30

ment, and asking my opinion as to the
legality OF this action on their part.
has had my attention. and in reply
would say, this is not justified by
law. The territorial tax for the sup
port Of the common schools Is laid and
collected as other taxes; but under
Section 1887, Compiled Laws of 1897,
the collector is limited to IL per
cent on the amount. While the mon
eys derived from leases Of school Sec
tions and the sale of government
lands is paid direct to the different
counties by the territorial treasurer,
and there is no allowance for this
fund to either the collector or treas
urer. The law under which compen-
sation of the treasurer and collector
is provided in Section Of Chapter 60
of the Session Laws of 1897, and pro-
vides, AS full compensation for all
services 4 per cent Of the amount OF
taxes and licenses collected by them.
The school moneys referred to above
are neither taxes nor licenses, and the
detention of any part Of the same will
subject the officer so OBTAINING, to re-
moval from Office. and the other penal
ties provided for misapplication Of
public funds.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-07-30

MONTREAL, Que, July 30.--Sir
Thomas Upton and the New York
Yacht club are not to have m0nopo-
ly of the international yacht racing
game this year and during the next
few days at least the eyes Of the yacht
ing enthusiasts on both sides of the
border will be turned toward Lake
Saint Louis, near this city. Here
there was commenced today the series
Of contests to determine possession Of
the Seawanhaka-C Corinthian Yacht
clubs Information Challenge Cup for
small yachts, trophy for which the
fastest yachts OF Canada and the
United States have competed for on q
number Of former occasions. The cup
is now In possession Of the Royal Can
adian Yacht club, which has selected
the yacht Thorella II. az It's defender.
The challenging yacht is the repre-
sentative Of the Manchester Yacht
club Of Manchester, N. H. The con.
tests are To cov& period Of three
days. The judges chosen to officiate
are Mr.. Phillips Of Clinton, Ont; Mr.
Boardman Of Boston, and Mr.. Clark OF
Boston.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-07-30
Monmouth. Horse Show.

LONG BRANCH, N. j., July 3d.
Society today deserted the beach, the
tennis courts and golf links for the
attraction of Hollywood park, where
the tenth annual exhibition Of the
Monmouth County Horse Show asso-
citation opened under brilliant auspi-
ces. Nearly all the leading stables Of
the east are represented among the
entries. Prizes have been provided for
upwards Of forty classes, embracing
every type OF driving and riding horses.
Both as a society event and as an
exhibition Of blue bloodei equines the
present show promises to far eclipse
the exhibitions OF former years. The
show will continue daily through the
remainder Of the week and large
attendance Is assured.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-07-30
Oscar Gardner RsJuvsnstsd.

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah. July 3o.--
Oscar Gardner. once famous In the pu.
gelistic yorld under the sobriquet of
the Omaha KID" but who has not
been mixed up In the nghting game for
. long tina. will be seen In the squar-
ed .alrcle again tonight II he fulnlls .
signed with the Utah Ath-
Ietic club. The club has matched
him to try conclusions In the twenty.
round bout With Aurelia Herrera, the
Mexican fighter. who knocked out
"K1" Broad in four rounds In Butte.
Mont. on July 4. Unless marvel
has taken place in the rehabilitation
Of Gardner the Mexican should have
little or no difficulty In dIsposlng Of
him handily. Gardner. though near
the top Of the class when In his prime.
was regarded as "all In several years
ago and until his present match the
sporting public had quite forgotten
him, or at Asy rate entirely lost sight
Df him.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-07-30
Mackerel Scarce This Year.

BOSTON, Mass, July 30.-Accord'
ing to reports Of returning fishermen
mackerel are about the most difficult
fish to find and catch this year of
any sort fishermen go after Schoon-
ers have secured the Gorges, the Bay
OF Fundy and the Maine coast with
out success. 1t appears from what
they report that schools of fish sup
posed by some to be mackerel are real
~ herring or porgies. In place the
waters swarm with these two vari-
eties, but not sign of mackerel.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-07-30

abroad. There has been no demand
Of late. Damage. il any. still uncer-
tain. Both Kansas City and st. Louis
report a good milling demand for
wheat and prices from half to one
higher The Price Current says mod
crate disappointment in yields of
wheat. The general concensus Of re-
ports from the northwest seems to
show reduced estimates OF the prob
able outcome. Market here was
broad and active. After several days
advance, reaction may be due, but
we still feel that wheat should be
bought on the breaks Primary move
ment is small and we think will con-
tinue so. although some increase will
probably take place. With bare bins
everywhere, a good demand should
develop. ssx&
Corn.-Market but little changed
lrom yesterday, There were rains
pretty much throughout the corn
belt. and lower temperatures. Price
Current says condition is fully main.
tanned but most sections needing rain.
In view Of the strength In wheat the
action Of the market was slow. Re-
ceipts continue moderate and de-
mand only weak. The weather 10
still the important factor. There are
plenty Of good bulls in corn who will
take advantage of any unfavorable
tendency In the weather.
LOGAN & BRYAN.
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HEAD OF {. A. R.
Sentiment Seems to be Crystal
izing on General BLACK
Of Chicago.
GOLFERS COMM G
New President of Ames College
Pugilist Gardner Again En-
ters the Ring.
JUDGE STARTS INVESTIGATION

SAN FRANCISCO, July 30.-Though
1t is several weeks before the veter-
ans in blue will invade San Francisco
for the annual national encampment Of
the G. A. R., much gossip is arriving
here concerning the forthcoming con-
test for the head of the famous or
ganization in succession to Command
er-in-Ch Thomas j. Stewart of
Pennsylvania. At the Washington
encampment last year at which Gener-
al Stewart was chosen commander-in-
chief his leading opponent was John
G. Black Of Chicago. and General
Black is again leading candidate for
the honor. Advance delegations that
have reached here to arrange for the
coming Of their comrades state that
the election Of General Black seems
already assured. The state encamp
ment Of Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin,
Minnesota and other states Of the mid.
die west have instructed for him.
At the same time the names Of sew.
eral other prominent gentlemen have
been mentioned and it is possible
. dark horse may win the race y
has been the case more than once be
fore in the history Of the organixa
tion.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-07-30
GOOD MARKET.
Trade Quicker and Better Prices Tor
Al Kinds Of Stuff.

Special to The Optic.
KANSAS CITY, Mo-, Monday, July
27.-Catt1e receipts at Kansas City
this week were 30,937 head, against
50,100 the same week last year. Light
supplies made good marker, and
trade was quicker and prices better
on all kinds of stun.
The good prices on steers brought
in quite run of wintered stock Fri
day, which sold from $4.35 10 $485.
Some westerns sold at $50 Thurs.
day. but they were very good IFleshy
cows and heifers sold from &2.75 to
$3.15, with occasionally a sale as high
as $165. Stockers and feeders gained
more than any other kind of cattle,
except veal calves, and sold from
$2.7s to 1915, with one sale Of west.
ern Feeders at 1896. vaal calves
jumped UP fully 81. and natives sold
Friday as high as IS. Two hundred
westerns brought e4.25 same day. A
mixed train OF cattle arrived from
Rifle Tuesday Of last week,. stockem.
sos In number, brought 42.25; $40
feeders, 1925; Gamer cows, $3.50 an1
$40 There is a heavy riin today,
11.000 cattle, and prices on killing
stun se OF to Is cents. Stockers
and feeders are selling steady; some
traders claim they are strong.
Sheep receipts picked up little Mt
Kansas City last week. 1916 head
arriving. but do not compare well
with year ago, when 1892 head
came in. The first Idahos Of the sea-
son came In last week. and ewes and
wethers mixed sold at $685. and Ss.45.
A shipment Of Idaho yearlings, eighty
nine In number Is on the market to-
day, and sold for 1915. Not nearly
enough sheep have been coming, and
packers are getting anxious to see the
run OF westerns begin. Some Utah
mixed sheep, ninety-eight, sold at $3.50
today The market 10 10 cents higher
today, in the face OF lower reports
from the east. Lambs gained rs to 35
cents last week. Arizonas brought
$575 today. and natives up TO $5.s5.
Prices Of horses At Kansas City
gained some last week from the re-
cent depression into which they have
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-07-30
The Fugitive Convicts Have Not
Been Seen Since Monday
Night Last
MURDERED
Herbert Knox Smith Appointed
Deputy Commissioner Of
Corporations
MINERS ESCORTED FROM TOWN

SACRAMENTO. Calf, July 30.--A
special to the Bee from the Folsom
state prison says that the latest re-
ports received show that the militia
have had absolutely no trace Of the
escaped convicts since Monday night.
The fugitives are thought to be
doubling back from the vicinity Of
Lotus to the neighborhood of Rattle.
snake bar and the Zentgrah mine. The
country in which the ngitives are
supposed to be has a number Of de
serted cabins and several orchards
which will afford them shelter and
food.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-07-30
Educational TopIcs Discussed.

MONTEAGLE. Ten. July S0.--At
today's session Of the Tennessee
Teachers association meeting papers
and addresses were presented as fol-
lows: Needed Changes in Our Cur
riculum," II. L. Jones, Chattanooga;
What Shall be Tennessee's Next
Step?" s. A. Minders, state superin-
tendent OF public instruction; Ways
and Means Of Establishing and Main.
tanning Rural School Libraries" ]. ].
Altman, Dover; 'IAterature in the
Grades" Prof. J. l.. Brooks, Jackson.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-07-30
British Golfers Coming.

NEW YORK, July 30.-Acording to
advices received here, the team Of
Oxford and Cambridge golfers sails
from England on the steamer May
flower today for Boston. On their ar
rival there they will timber up by be-
ing entertained one night by the
Brookline Country club and the next
day by the Myopia Hunt club.
Their first match in this country
will be against combined intercolle-
giate aggregation on August 10 at the
links Of the Essex County club, at
Manchester, Mass. Two days after
the Britishers will meet picked
team representing the Massachusetts,
Golf association. Thence they will
Journey to Chicago and oppose the
best players in the Western Golf
association, and then the Philadel-
phians will be taken into camp.
The team will arrive in New York
during the yacht races, and also be
spectators at the amateur golf cham
sNonship, which begina September 1
h the Nassau County cssb. 1t is pro-
pesed on the following Monday-La-
bss Day-that the EnsNshmen take
mart In tournlment. which will be
ifnasted to thirty-two. and will include
only those that have played q promi-
nom role IN the championship.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-07-30
shootIno Tournsy at Ia crosss.

sheotlne Tourney At La crosss.
LA CROSSE, Wis.,, July 30.-The
Interstate association tournament for
which the La Crosse and viroqua Gun
clubs have been preparing for long
time opened today and will continue
through the remainder Of the week.
The long list Of prizes offered has at
tracted large number and high class
Of entries, among the celebrities being
w. r. Crosby, Fred Gilbert Rollo
Heikes, ]. L. Head and Herman HRS
chey, winner Of the 1902 Grand Amer
icaa handicap live bird shoot
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-07-30
that The PE0- I
PIE MAY KNOW

the street toward Lyon. They passed
him ani wheeled about, and McNary
drew slung shot or billy" and slug-
god Lyon In the head. 1len srappled
With Lyons back while McNary rain
ed blows upon his head with the slung
shot.
Considerable Of crowd had gather
ed, all of whom were glad TO see
Lyon abused. and with IL renewed
encouragement the thrce aasailante
all sent blows home which were ap-.
plauded bp the audience. Lyon Anat
ly managed TO free himself from ~
mob and was driven to the west side,
where his friends called the services
Of physicians. An examination show
ed severe fractures Of the skull from
the use Of McNary's slung shot, ana
dangerous bruises about the head ana
shoulders. McNary and Alien went
before an east side justice and plead
guilty and we're fined and disnissed.
A warrant had been issued for No
Nary for assault with deadly, veap-
on, also an assault with intent to kilI
against Allen. Lyons frisnds ara
wrought up to = high pitch and Il h
not likely that the sast Side eane
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-07-30

fallen. There was good inquiry for
rangers. Thirteen loads Of range
horses arrived Thursday. Horse re-
ceipts are about double what they
were at this time last year. and the
regular horse auctions were resumed
last week, after being discontinued
for a short time.
JNO. NJ. HAZLETON.
Live Stock Correspondent
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-07-30

The subjoined article under glaring
headlines which are also quoted ap-
peared In the Albuquerque Citizen Of
last night. The paper came In on the
afternoon train and reached The Optic
just as 1t was ready to go to press.
The edition was held back long
enough to print the story. The story
was written by the miserable coward,
who has been attacking all the decent
people Of Las Vegas through the col
umns Of the Advertiser. Yesterday
when the report got abroad In town
that the story had been sent to the
albuquerque paper by the cowardly
slanderer. Postmaster F. o. Blood
telegraphed to the editors. that the
individuals story was lie, that Mr..
McNary had administered well de.
served thrashing and that the fellow
hadn't friend in town. The gallant
editors. who to revenge their enmity
against men would support the COW.
ardly assailant OF ladies, telegraphed
back that they would use tho report
- McNary and Ward had villined
them. The article follows:
"Las Vegas Mob Attempt to AssassI.
nate Advertiser EdItor-'Pros.' Me.
nary Ring lsadsr-Ths Thugs Un-
der Arrsst for the psstardly Crime
Public Sentiment Against ths Mob =
Special to the Citizen.
LAS VEGAS. July 29.-Public SEN
timent IL denouncins the cowarJly A..
tack led by the city marshal and At
least four accompIices In an effort 10
slug the editor Of the Advertiser. Nc
Nary and Allen were arrested this
morning. and hot legal fight IL look.
ed for. Considerable excitement was
caused 10 Las Vegas yesterday BY the
attack on the editor OF the Advertiser.
and an attempt made upon his life by
the use Of slung shot In the hands
Of James Graham McNary, editor Of
The Optic. Lyon was passing down
Sixth street. the main thoroughfare
OF the east side, yesterday, about Q
o'clock, when he was held up and
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-07-30
New President q Ames College.

AMES. Ia, July 30.-Dr. b. A.
Storms. recently elected to the pres
idency Of the Iowa State College was
today formally received by the faculty
of that institution. Tonight q ban
quet is to be given In his honor ia
which leading state officials. educat'
ors OF Iowa and friends and alumni
Of the state college have been invited,
The new president leaves the pull
pit to become an educator. having fer
merly been pastor Of Methodist
churches in Madison, Wis, and Des
Moines. Iowa. He is graduate oi
the University OF Michigan.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-07-30
Assembly Of Methodlsts.

ALTOONA, Pa, July 30.-The an
nual reunion of the Methodists Of Cen
tral Pennsylvania began today at
Lakemont park. The speakers in-
clude Rev. Thomas J. Leak of Pitts
burg, Rev. ]. M. Yeager of New York.
Thomas H. Murray of Clearfield and
Rev. c. e. l.. Cartwright Of Scottdale.