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Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
v. S. WILL DEMAND
APOLOGIES FROM TURKEY.

WASHINGTON. Dec. 16-The state
department has instructed Consul Da-
Wis, who is still in Beirut. that the oc-
casion upon which he was assaulted
at Alexandria and the facts OF the as
sault are such as to demand apologies
and reparation on the part of Turkey.
and the department fully sustains Con.
sui Davis. 1t is learned that the Turk
ish government is considerably wor-
ried over the affair. and has offered
Attarian. the naturalized American
Armenian free passage from Alex.
andria to Beirut, but Attarian demands
cash indemnity. The state depart
ment does not specify the exact nature
Of the reparation to be made, but will
await further news from Minister
Leischman at Constantlnople.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
CABIN HOMES FOR Ex-eLAvEs.

TWIN tHe AtlhHla SoHStlluAlCU.
Moses Bentley. colored, has secured
an option on 201 acres Of land three
miles east OF Constitution, Ga, and
mile and half from Fast lake,
where 1t is bis intention TO establish
log cabin homes for old negro slaves.
II is the intention of Moses Bentley to
establish colonization OF these old
negroes and furnish sufficient
amount OF work In the way OF truck
farming to make the colony solfsnp-
porting SO far as possible. This
movement has been carefully ccnsid.
cred and endorsed by a number OF
prominent citizens, and subscrlp
ton list for the fnrthering of this pro
iect will be started at once. 1t Is the
present intention to provide homes for
the old negro slaves of Georgia first.
and then, later, for as many through
out the South as possible.
This matter OF providing some suit.
able home for old slaves hns received
much attention during the last few
years, and especially lately Many of
those In position to know are OF the
opinion that 1t Is only In the estab-
llshment OF some such colony as the
one proposed. where. in separate log
cabins, the old slaves Will be provided
with hoes of their own. that the
scheme can be made practical. The
matter OF establishing great home,
where the slaves could live together,
has been found to be impractical. ow-
ing TO the peculiar characteristics OF
these people, but 1t Is believed that In
| the establishment of lot OF log cabins
the greatest difficulties In this way
will be obviated and the problem more
practically solved than In any other
way.
Many OF the chapters OF thhe Daugh
ters OF the Confederacy have also TAX
en- the matter OF providing some suit
able shelter for the old-time negroee
under consideration. For n long time
there has been movement on foot 10
provide In the best and most prracti
cal way shelter and last resting
place for old slaves. and especially
those who proved faithful during the
days OF the war and the reconstruction
period. While II Is true that these old
hive been cared for individually and
have not been permitted to suffer
ways and means have been widely dis
cussed for providing some permanent
establishment. particularly for those
who have wandered away from thell
old home and the families which tool
a special interest In their welfare.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
OBSERVE TEA
PARTY ANNIVERSARY

BOSTON, Dec. 1G.-Tiday Is the an
niversary OF the Boston Tea Party
which took place Dec. lG. 1913. when
tea, on which the colonists were ex-
pected to pay the hated stamp tax,
was dumped into the harbor by promi-
nent Bostonlans disguised as Indians.
The party organized at Coles Inn.
swept down upon the ships. boarded
them and threw their cargoes into the
sea. This action has been regarded
as one of the most provocative OF the
revolution. as the British officers were
never able to discover or convict any
man connected with the raid.
Coles Inn, where the raiders as
sembled, is still standing and is now
known as the Hancock Tavern. In OBJ
servance OF the anniversary today ex-
ercises were held under the auspices
Of the Massachusetts Chapter OF the
Sons of the Revolution. the Old South
Chapter OF the Daughters of the Amer
lean Revolution and other patriotic
orders
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
PRESIDENT NOW MUM.
Roosevelt viii Not Discuss Politics
With White House Visitors.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 16.-To pro
tect himself against misquotation and
misunderstanding President Roose.
welt has decided to stop talking pol
tics with his visitors. II is announced
at the White House that henceforth
the President will refuse to discuss the
approaching presidential campaign
with any callers. Mr.. Grimes, the ma
tional committeeman from Oklahoma.
visited the White House and endeay-
ored to talk OF the coming campaign
with Mr.. Roosevelt. With all cour-
tesy to Mr.. Grimes. the President
seized the opportunity to declare his
Intention to abstain from conversa.
tons OF political nature. He said
he was at any time ready to discuss
official business with anyone who had
suggestions to offer or inquiries to
make. but politics should henceforth
be tobooed as subject of conyersa-
tion with all OF his guests regardless
OF their official or private station. Mr..
roosevelt has more than once said of
lste-and said 1t as man says who
means it-that he is not an asplrant
for the Re blican nomination In the
sense that ne will seek 1t. He abso-
lutely re-uses to permit In his behalf
the, old style o! politics which was CON
sidered alto"e,ber proper Il few years
ago-the "a abstraction and its office
holders aoins % work In various
states. partio'l1rly In the South, to
fix up aelegausas and control the ma
tional conven iCn. Mr.. Roosevelt an
noun es fiot-iootedly that he will
have none OF that. The stands who'll
ly on his record. II the party wants
him 1t will nominate him. but he will
engage In no scramble for the honor
and will not permit his friends to do
SO for him.
There Il no surprise that the Pres.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17

ident has taken this stand against in.
discriminate discussion of politics
with his visitors. MIR. Roosevelt Is
naturally free-spoken, He is frank
and rustful by nature. and he loves
to talk of the things in which his cal
lers are Interested. He does not sus.
pect that his confidence is going to
be abused. But 1t often is abused
and no little trouble and annoyance
has been caused thereby. An example
OF this occurred only few days ago.
Ohio. MIR. Gordon, was gnest at the
White House for luncheon. Probably
as much for the purpose of making
talk as for any other reason. the Pres
ident asked Mr.. Gordon about the pop
ularity OF Senator Hanna in Ohio.
This perfectly natural and proper in
quiry Mr.. Gordon proceeded an hour
or two later To retail 10 the newspap-
ers. As the story was published In
many papers the President had sent
for Mr.. Gordon to find out how many
delegates Mr., Hanna could get in hls
own state II he were TO enter the lists
OF course. the President did nothing
of the sort. Mr. Gordon was guest
at the White House as matter OF
courtesy to an intimate personal friend
of the Presidents secretary, Mr.. Loeb.
Such little talk of Ohio politics as oc-
CURED was purely incidental Mr..
Gordon carelessly or foolishly gave Il
different aspect, and when it ap.
peared in the newspapers that the
President had sent for the retiring
lieutenant governor of Ohio to ask
about the situation in Ohio. and as to
whether or not Mr.. Hanna could get
tor Hanna was naturally Indignant
Some of the other Ohio people In con.
gress did not like 1t very we'll, either
Several such misunderstanding
have occurred. A number OF persons
have thought it smart to carry tales
between the White House and the sen.
ate for the purpose. apparently. OF
making trouble between the President
and the Ohio senator Mr. Roosevelt
and Mr., Hanna have to get together
about once a week to clear up the mis-.
which have been pro.
NOTED meanwhile through these agen-
cies, There Is. therefore, general sat
istaction with the decision of the
President to stop talking politics. at
east Unfortunately Mr. Roosevelt
loes not bind himself to keep his lips
forever closed with members of his
cabinet. leading Republican senator's
and mis- personal friends. But a.
chance caller who tries TO turn bit
of courtesy into an opportunity to he.
come of momentary Importance will
henceforth find his occupation gone.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
WILL CELEBRATE THE
BERLIoZ CENTENNIAL

PARIS. Dec. l6-Not to be behind
the musical centres of Europe and
America. which this week have been
celebrating the hundreth anniversary
OF the birth of Hector Berlioz. the lit
tie town of Cote-Saint-Andre. where
the distinguished composer was born
today held notable celebration OF the
centennial. A delegation OF we'll
known musicians and artists OF Paris
attended the celebration and for the
hrst time the little town heard the per
formance OF one OF its distinguished
sons works. One Of the interesting
features of the celebration program
was The reading OF collection of rem
iniscences of the composer in the room
where he first saw the light of day.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17

tional convention next year The ma
tional convention OF the Prohibition
lists always draws large crowd and
as consequence the convention is
sought by many cities. II Ia an open
fight this year with more than half
dozen cities among the contestants.
Chicago. of course. is regarded as a
strong competitor. and St Louis Is an
other city that is frequently mention
ed rs likely meeting place for the
Prohibitionists. There appears, how
ever. to be a strong sentiment among
the committeeman in favor of holding
the convention in some smaller city.
The supporters of this idea argue that
If the Prohibitionists meet in the same
city as either the Republican or Dem
ocrats they will be Obliged to take
second place and will not receive as
much attention as they would II the
convention were held elsewhere,
There are a number OF smaller and
well located cities bidding for the con
vention and If the sentiment against
Chicago and St. Louis prevails fine
field tor the choice of a suitable meet
cities mentioned. and all of which
have delegations on hand urging their
claims, are indianapolis Columbus, De-
troit, Kansas City and Minneapolis
Baltimore and Buffalo also are in the
race, but some of the committeeman
oppose their claims on the ground that
the selection of city more centrally
located would be more to the interests
of the party.
Talks with leading Prohibitionists
in attendance on the meeting indicate
that the party intends to put up
strong race In the next presidential
campaign. The late election showed
losses for the party in several of their
former strongholds, but 1t Is claimed
that these have been more than coun-
terbalanced by the strong temperance
sentiment lately developed in Texas
and several other states. No mention
Of possible candidates is heard Fol
owing the established custom the
party probably will name a western
man tor president as an eastern man
IS his running mate on the ticket
long campaigns have been the rule
of the Prohibitlonists, the party being
the first in the field with their ticket.
Following the custom the national CON
'ention probably will be held In March
or April of next year, which will be
1t least month in advance of the
national conventions of the Social
democrats or other minor parties.
The committee today heard the
:laims OF Kansas City. Los Angeles,
indianapolis. Baltimore. Minneapolis
md other cities for the national con-
!ention. Henry Harris OF Clinton,
No. speaking for Kansas City, said
Kansas City anu Missouri need the
;anventon, and need 1t badly. In this
state OF booze and doodle some REIN
.ng influence such as this convention
IS absolutely necessary"
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
COUNCIL cULLINGs.

City council met In regular session
last night. Mayor Pro Tenn Weaver In
the chair. After reading of previous
minutes lengthy discussion followed
over the petition requesting the revo-
cation of the Jakino license In the Mex
lean quarter, Several citizens were
present to give their side and when
a vote was taken IL stood six TO seven
to continue the license AS heretofore.
Alderman Sites representing the mi
nority.
The bill of $1,000 due McGregor a
Wheaton was allowed City Attorney
for infringement of patents on mater
ial used in constructing the ditch
would fall upon the contractors and
bondsmen instead OF the city
Certain money due Hoover and
Stansbury was discussed out passed
over until next meeting In order to
permit parties holding claims an OPP
portunlty of adjusting same,
Bill of ]. w. Buckley for extra mm-
to shoulder until investigated by
special committee.
1t was decided to purchase couple
of cars of hay and store for winter
and spring use.
The old pumping plant will be kept
in condition for use until the winter
climate is tested in connection with
new water system.
Water Supt. Schalles was allowed
an assistant at $50 per month to look
after headgates, keeping out ice etc.
Mike Tierney was rounded for not
giving more attention TO scavenger
work and he responded that 1t was
owing to failure of citizens to pay the
necessary expense.
Adjourned.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17

Believing that the great majority OF
piaygoers do not want to cry, also
when they go to laugh they would in
fnitely prefer not to have to blJsb
because they are doing so. when the
statement is made that certain at
traction is the best II strikes the read.
er as bordering or bombast. but 1t can
truthfully be said that Prof. James
McConahey's Animated Illustrated
Tour Around the World. which will
appear at the opera house for two
nights commencing Thursday, Dec. the
II. is the best show of this kind that
ever visited this city. Besides the II.
Illustrated tour of the world, Prof. Jas
McConahey presents the Mormon
Wizard" Bob Cunning. the greatest
magician in this northwestern country,
also Nine. vestris. the psychological
wonder in mind-reading, and Miss El.
va Edwards In beautiful Illustrated
songs. This show is refined, moral
and educational. Anyone may find
amusement in Its presentation without
tlnge OF conscience. We promise
you royal entertainment Don't fail
to come and bring your friends
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
ANTLMosoulTo CONVENTION.


NEW YORK, Dec. 16.-The mosqui.
to is to be eXterminated. Such is the
fiat which went out today from the
headquarters of the board of trade in
Broadway. where a number Of men
prominently Interested in the exter-
mination of the pest assembled to dis
cuss ways and means for bringing
about the desired radiance. The nee
essity for the determination was
unanimously agreed upon and various
methods were discussed. but the ex
act means by which the desired OBJ
isct is to be effected will probably be
decided at another conference to be
held later.
One thing, however, was definitely
decided upon. That was that the war
is to be carried into Africa, or more
properly speaking. into New Jersey,
which is acknowledged to be the ban
ner state when it comes to raising a
crop of mosquitoes remarkable for
their size, annoying propensities and
powers of endurance. Tho fact now
established that the mosquitoes trans
nit contagious disease is what worries
the medical men and public health Of
ficials. That something must be done
to bring about their general extermin-
alton is agreed upon. 1t Is now up to
the men of science to discover the
means. Last year the plan of killing
them by pouring crude oil over the
breeding places was given a thorough
trial in various parts of New Jersey,
but the method proved a dismal fail
ure
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
FOURTEEN DEsPERADoES
ESCAPE FROM TUCSON JAIL.

TUCSON. Ariz., Dec. 16.-Several
posses are today in pursuit of fourteen
desperadoes who escaped from the
Tombstone Jail last night by boring
hole in the wall. A fight is expected
if the fugilives are overhauled. The
posses are working particularly hard
to apprehend five of the criminals who
are travelling together on horses which
were supplied by confederates who al
so supplied them with arms and am.
munition. The other fugitives are
only minor criminals.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
WRECKS
EVERY DAY
OCCURRENCE

FIT. SCOTT. Kans.. Dec. 16.-In a
rear end collision of Frisco freight
trains at Anna, eleven miles south of
here this morning. p NJ. Heritage was
killed and II. J. Kramer and II. E
Woolford. brakemen from Fort Scott.
were badly Injured. The wreck oc-
CURED on a bridge. and the cars soon
caught fire and Heritage was roasted
alive. but pleaded to be killed before
the flames overcame him.
The forward train was compelled
to stop at the bridge and the train
crew failed to put out warning signals
and was run into by the extra freight.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
THIRD ATTEMPT TO WRECK
PASSENGER TRAIN.

TOLEDO. o, Dec. 16.-The third at
tempt within three weeks to wreck
the Michigan Central passenger train
here was partially successful last
night. when the switch was turned
without changing the light, causing
the heavily laden train to cash into
a line of freight cars stant-ag on a
siding. The train was ruiuIi : at the
rate OF 80 miles an hour. .as say of the
passengers were slightly Injured but
none seriously. The railroad officials
believe they have an insane enemy to
deal with.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
SUPPOSED TITLED LADY
WAS A BROOD MARE

HOUSTON. Tex. Dec. 16.-The own
er of splendid breeding ranch near
here telegraphed his superintendent
that Lady Constance Mckenzie would
to prepare for her. The superintend-
ent supposed that 1t referred to fine
brood mare and he fixed up a fine
box stall. The mistake was not dis
covered until the morning when the
titled lady arrived. Lady Constance
much enjoyed the error when told OF
II and laughed heartily.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
CHICAGO CHARITY BALL
NETTED OVER $4,000.

CHICAGO, Dec. 16.-Ovcr $4,000
vas netted by the Charity ball which
vas given at the Auditorium hotel last
night. 1t was court costume ball, i,
the first ever given in the west and
one of the most fashionable events OF
the year.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
V|ND|CATOR
DYNAM|TERS
CONFESS

DENVER, Dec. 16.-This morning
Adiutant General Bell is said to have
received information that Charles Nc
Kinney and Charles Foster had con
fessed that they had taken part in the
dynauiting of the Vindicator mine at
Victor. which resulted in the death of
Supt. Mccormick and Foreman Back.
They implicate twenty other persons
in their confession. Mckinney Is in
Canon City where he was taken to
save him from the hands of the citi-
zens and Foster is in the Jail at Gold
field.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
GRATING CASE SET FOR
TRIAL NEXT FEBRUARY

FULTON. Mo, Dec. 16.-The case
of Ed. Butler the millionaire politician
lighting scandal at st. Louis. was call
ed today before Judge Walker. but
Judge Walker. until recently when he
was promoted TO the bench. was one
of Buffers lawyers. SO he disqualified
himself and called in Judge Hough,
who set the case for February of next
year
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
FITZGERALD AND WARD
TO MEET IN DETROIT.

DETROIT. Mich. Dec. 16.-Willie
Fitzgerald. the Brooklyn lightweight.
and Mike Ward. OF Sarnia. who are
slated to engage in 1o-round bout
here tonight under the auspices Of
the Metropolitan Athletic club, appear
to be in splendid shape as result Of
their steady training. The contest
has excited a lively interest In sport
Ing circles owing to the excellent
showing both men have made In their
recent nghts.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
DRIVEN INTO COLD CLAD
ONLY IN NIGHT CLOTHES

PITTSBURG. Pa, Dec. 16,-Early
this morning the Early Manufacturing
companys houses at Millvale. Pa.
we're destroyed by flre and over 100
persons were driven into the cold with
nothing but their night clothing on.
There is much destitution today in
consequence.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
BREAK IN GAS PIPES
CAUSES MUCH SUFF ERlNG.

HUNTINGTON. w. Va, Dec. 16.-
A break in the pipes this morning
caused four small towns near here to
lie without natural gas today and
practically all the factories, large and
small. have been forced to close. The
Z population is each town is shiyering
and great suffering is reported among
all classes
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
THREATENS TO SUE FOR
BREACH OF PROMISE.

NEW ORLEANS. Dec. l6-The art
list. Leavltt, who married Ruth Bryan,
is here today. and denies that he was
ever engaged to Alice Cook Of New
port, who threatens to sue him for
breach OF promise.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
DEMOCRATS WIN
IN BOSTON ELECTION.

BOSTON. Dec. 16.-The Republicans
of this city were astounded this morn
ing to find they were showed under in
5esterday's election by Patrick Collins
who was reelected mayor by over 27.-
900 plurality. the largest ever given
mayoralty candidate in the history
Of the city. The board of aldermen
VIII be soldly Democratic.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
RENEWAL OF TRIPLE ALLIANCE
SAID TO HAVE BEEN MADE.

VIENNA. Dec. 16.-Emperor Fran
els Joseph in speech from the throne
today declared that n renewal OF the
triple alliance had been agreed upon
and that Austria had no selfish aims
in the Balkans or in any other part
of the world.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
sANTos-ouMoNT PREPARING
TO FLY AT WORLDS FAIR.

PARIS. Dec. 6.--Santos-Dumont
lnnounced today he would leave for
st. Louis on the LIST of Janlary to ar.
range for the installation OF the ruge
iirigible balloon which is to be fea-
,ure of the big show.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
SUPREME COURT ISSUES
WRIT OF HABEAS CORPUS.

DENVER, Dec. I6.-The supreme
court this morning issued writ OF
habeas corpus in the Victor Poole case
at Cripple Creek returnabie in five
days. This means the court reserves
the right to resume jurisdiction in the
Cripple Creek or Teller county case
which has been declared under prac-
tical martial law by the governor
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
MANY WANT CONVENTION.

CHICAGO, Dec. 16.-Pursuant to
the call of Chairman Oliver w. Stew.
art the members of the Prohibition Ma
tional committee went into session at
the Auditorium hotel this morning for
the purpose OF deciding upon the date
and place for holding the party's ma,
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
MILLINERY AT COST.

The Chicago Millinery store is the
place to visit for genuine bargains.
Every hat In the store goes at and un-
der cost, Those who have put on
buying a winter hat or felt they
couldn't afford one. can secure the best
at prices that will command attention
and quick sale as the stock with be
disposed Of at some price prior to
Dec 81
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17

Those who watched j, l.. Williams
unpack the line OF candies received
this morning naturally labored under
the impression that he had gone into
the wholesale business. The confec-
tons are put up in handsome boxes
and consist OF the most toothsome
dainties made. If box of Williams
candy does not put your best girl in
frame of mind suitable for proposal
purposes we miss our guess.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
PROMINENT DENVER
PIONEER DEAD.

DENVER, Dec. 16-Joseph II.
Smith, former county clerk and for
mer warden OF the State Reformatory,
and pioneer and prominent citizen
Of Denver, died suddenly this morning
at his residence here.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
LADY MANAGERS OF FAIR
ELECT PRESIDENT.

ST LOUIS, Dec. 16.-The board of
lady managers OF the Worlds fair to.
day elected Mrs. Daniel Manning Of
New York president. The nomination
was made by Miss Helen Gould.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
ADMIRAL SCHLEY is
WARMLY RECEIVED.

CINCINNATI, O., Dec. 16.-Admiral
Schiey. who is here in connection with
the exemplification OF the Scottish
Rite Masonic degree. was given
hearty reception today.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17
NJ. JUsseRAp TO TAKE PART.

WASHINGTON. Dec. 16.-M. Jes-
Grand. the French ambassador. left
Washington today for New Orleans to
take part in the celebration to com
memorate the Louisiana purchase
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17

What is Christmas greeting without
being accompanied by box OF candy?
And when purchasing box why not
obtain the best in the land? You will
find it at ]. L. Williams place.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1903-12-17

Amsden has the largest and finest
line Of Ladies' Felt Slippers and Mems
EIkshire Slippers In town. Buy your
goods now while the sizes are unbrok-
en-.