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The Washington times., 1903-08-05
SHERIDAN TAPESTRIES
SUBJECT TO TAXATION

Acting Corporation Counsel Z. H.
Thomas submitted an opinion to the
Commissioners today holding that the
famous tapestries belonging 20 the wild
ow OF Gen. Phil Sheridan, and which
have hung in the National Museum for
twenty wears. are not exempt from tax
alton. but that Mrs. Sheridan must pay
1925 to the collector for the District OF
Columbia.
These tapestries are worth about
$4,000, and were presented TO General
Sheridan during the latter years OF his
life. They have never been regarded as
personal property by Mrs. Sheridan, but
the Corpo1 ation Counsel holds that they
cannot be construed as heirlooms, and
that as the title still rests with Mrs.
Sheridan, who may remove ana sell them
at any time, the tax should be collected.
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
SUFFERING HUNGER IN
THE LEPER COLONY

A report has reached the War De-
partment that, b. reason OF the irregu-
larity of transportation between Ma
Mia ana the new leper colony and
colony and stock farm on Culion Islanc,
the natives there have been suffering
from lack Of proper food. Steps have
been taken TO correct the matter. Il is
stated that at one time nearly ali Of The
native laborers on the stock farm were
down with hunger disease"
DR.. De May, who was sent 20 the island
10 srperintend the leper colony, became
so Il! that he had TO be transferred t.
the civil hospital IN Manila People who
have visited the island say the climate
Is very healthrul, and II transportation
were more regular there would be no
cause for complaint
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
LAW MEANS ASSESSED
NOT ACTUAL WORTH
Construction Cf "Value" as Defin-
ing fioperty in the District.

Assistant Corporation Counsel a. L.
Sinclair has submitted an opinion TO the
Commissioners holding that the word
value" according to the laws of the
District OF Columbia, means the as
sessed value" and not actual value"
The matter was brought to the atten-
tion OF the Commissioners through a
complaint made by the Landmore Apart
ment House Company. asking that the
sum OF $25 be returned TO them, which
they paid on an alleged wrongful assess
ment made by the Board of Personal Ta=
Appraisers.
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
DR.. MITCHELL SUCCEEDS
DR.. CAIN AS RESIDENT

DR.. J. E. Mitchell has been appointed
resident physician at the Washington
Asyium Hospital. vice W. S Cain. whose
res--Eation was requested by the Com
misSioners. DR.. Mitchell was senior
intern at the institution prior TO his
promotion.
The position Of resident physician car
ries with II an annual compensation of
$3.50, not including board. quarters,
laundry. and other necessary expenses
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
MACABEBE SCOUTS
REFUSE $4,000 REWARD

Papers received by the Bureau OF In
sular Affairs from Manila state that the
Maeabebe scouts who killed General san
Miguel have refused to accept the s.. coo
reward offered, saying that they only did
their duty when they killed the general.
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
RECEIVER FOR YARDS.

PERTH AMBOY, y. j., Aug. 5.-Owing
TO its failure to collect from the Gov
ernment on $4,000 worth of work on
two boats building at its yards for the
War Department the Perth Amboy Ship
building and Engineering Company is in
the hands of receiver. Willard p.
voorhees,. New Brunswick lawyer. was
appointed upon the application of A.
Lawson Ramsay. an officer of the COM
pany.
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
London Judge Fixes Bail
for Notorious Promot-
er at $4,000.
LARGE CROWDS GATHER
Room Packed With People
and Special Table Pro-
vided for Artists,

| LONDON, Aug 5.-Whitaker Wright,
who arrived at Liverpool this morning
from New York, reached this city this
/ afternoon, and was Immediately taken
to the criminal court, in the Guildhaii,
for arraignment. Every seat IN tho
courtroom was occupied and the aisIss
were packed with people who came to
witness the proceedings. Three long
tables were provided IN front OF the
judges bench for the use of artists.
Long before court opened large crowds
! assembled AT the entrance 10 Guild
hall in the hope OF getting a look at
the notorious promoter. They were dis
appointed, however. for the detectives
who accompanied Wright took him into
the building through a side entrance.
The Evidence Read.
Wright stepped briskly into the court
room. After lie had been seated the evil
dence regarding his arrest was read. He
is charged with having published false
balance sheets of the London and Globo
Finance Corporation.
Inspector Mills. OF Scotland Yards.
was then called TO the witness stand and
was asked why he had delayed arrest
ing Wright until the defendant had
sailed for the United States. Replying
TO questions OF Wright's counsel, Muir,
the witness said that he was not aware
that Wright had announced TO his
friends here that he was going TO the
United States
Sz5o,ooo Bail Asked.
Counsel Muir then addressed the
court en- the question of bail He said
that Wr.sht's actions throughout lad
been Of Z STRAIGHTFORWARD character He
had shown that ne was not AFRAID to
be cxtrad:ted.
Prosecuting Counsel Stephenson said
that he left the matter of bail entirely
in the hands Of the court The latter.
after celebrating for a few minutes.
fixed the amount at e50.000. The case
was then adjourned until August "a.
Bail has not as yet been furnished. but
Wright's friends are holding a confer
ence regarding the matter.
Enjoyed Ocean Trip.
During the voyage across the ocean
Wright kept much TO himself. but en-
usually arose too late to take breakfast
in the saloon. He occupied an expensive
cabin. wore z smart yachting costume,
and always appeared ar dinner in even
ing dress. He had = table reserved for
himself and friends, and INDUCED in
champagne and big cigars. He spent q
great deal Of time sitting in an angle
of the deck which was screened from
the gaze of his fellow passengers.
The captain paid him a daily visit. and
he speaks appreciatively OF the kind
ness Of the officers Nearing the Irish
coast he shut himself up in his cabin.
refused TO see reporters or discuss his
case. He has. however. given the Daily
Mall q long statement for publication,
outlining his account of the Globe Com
pany's transactions. and declaring his
determination 10 fight the matter 10 a
inish and prosecute every man who is
for the malicious SANDERS
uttered against him.
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
MEAT TRUST RAISES
THE PRICE OF BEEF

ST. LOUIS. Aug. 5.-The Meat Trust
has again raised the price of beef The
increase is said by local dealers to have
been l cent for beef on the hoof and
2i2 cents on the loins. This has hap
pened in the last ten days. and another
would not be regarded with surprise.
The price OF eorn-fed beef is now Ss20
10 1926 on the hool.
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
DIES OF BULLET WOUNDS.

Men W. Waters, the forty -year-old
negro who was brought 10 the Emer-
gency Hospital on June 2S, suffering
from three bullet wounds inflicted by
a foreman Of the Southern Railway II
NokesYille. Va. died at noon today az
a result or his injuries.
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
LAWBREAKERS PUNISHED
BY COURT IN MANILA

" Papers received at the Bureau OF In
suiar Affairs from Manila state that
Judge Carson sentenced seven outlaws
10 death and sent two outlaws 10 prison
for ten years for making an attack on
the constabulary in Sorgoson province.
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
REBEL YELL" RESOUNDS
IN CULPEPER STREETS
MOsby's Men Hold Their
Tenth Reunion.
VETERANS DIMEO AND FETED
Notable Men of the South Gather to
Pay Tribute to Their
Heroes.
VETERANS DINED AND FETED
Cspeciai to The Washington Times }

CULPEPER, Va, Aug 5.-Since early
morning this quaint old Virginia viii
lage has resounded with the rebel yell"
from thousands OF throats of those who
have thronged the town in honor Of the
survivors o: Col. John S. Mosby's IA
nous cavalry command
Today marks the tenth annual reunion
OF the members of that celebrated band,
whose work for the Confederacy in the
valley and other sections OF Virginia is
well remembered by those who fought
for the Union. The reunion was ushered
In last night with concert by a large
section Of the United States Marine
Band. Since early this morning every
conceivable kind of vehicle has brought
in the people for miles around, while
each train has added its quota 10 the
throngs that have crowded the streets
and taken part IN the exercises OF the
day
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
BIG FEE IN MERGER TRIAL.

MINNEAPOLIS. MINI, Aug. 5.-George
B. Young. the St Paul attorney retain
ed by the Northern Securities Company
in the merger trial. received a fee Of
100000. He was associated with Charles
w. Bum. or the Northern Pacific. aud
Marcus d. Grover. of the Great Nrthern.
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
Thrilling Stories Told.

The meeting on the courthouse green
was then again opened, and thrilling
stories Of the bloody days o: 'eI to '65
were again told by Major A e Dol
ly' Richards, and the Rev. S. G. Fer
guson, both OF whom were with Mos0y
the whole time his command was in the
field. Among others who spoke were
the Hon John +. Rixey, member OF
Congress from the Eighth district of
Virginia; Lieut. Gov. Joseph E. willard,
r. Walton Moore, and Col. J. c. Gibsol.
Among the noted persons in attend
ance were Gen. John b. Gordon, Gen.
Fitz Lee, Governor Montague. Senator's
Martin and Daniel OF Virginia, General
HuntOn. Gen. William H. Payne, Col.
Lige White, Surgeon General Rixey. and
Capt Frank Cunningham.
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
THE WEATHER.

Unsettled weather viii continue to-
night and tomorrow In the lower lake
region and northern portion Of the mid
Gle Atlantic States with showers. There
will also be local showers IL the south
Atlantic States In the Ohio valley and
east Gulf States the weather viii be
fair Temperature changes will not be
marked
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
SUSPEND TREASURER
OF OCCIDENTAL NEGROES

4 copy of the Manila American re-
ceived by the Bureau of Insular Affairs.
announces that w. G. Hollis, treasurer
OF Occidental Negroes, has been suspend
ed pending an investigation Of his ac
counts.
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
NO CHANGE IN CONDITION
OF REV. JOSEPH T. O'BRlEN

The doctors at the Providence Hos
pltal report no change in the condition
or the Rev. Joseph 7. O'Brien, pastor of
ST. Anthony's Church. who is danger
Ously Ill.
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
AStute Maryland Senator
So Declares Himself
This Morning.
SUGGESTS THREE ISSUES
But EvadeS Reply When
Asked Whether He Him
self Is a Candidate.

In answer to a direct question this
morning Senator Arthur Pue German
evaded a reply as to whether he would
accept the Democratic nomination for
the Presidency if it were offered to him
and merely repeated the phrase already
accredited TO him, that he is only a
soldier in the ranks
In the popular mind, there is no lonssr
any doubt Senator German would ac-
cept the nomination, but is not at the
present time making any active cam
paign for It. 1t is accepted he is willing
to wait until affairs in his party shape
themselves.
Welcomed by Friends.
Senator German came into the city
from his homo in Laurel this morning.
and spent most of the day in his office
in the Home Life Insurance Building,
at Fifteenth Street and New York Ave
nue. There was a steady stream Of
callers at the Office all morning,
friends, personal and political. calling
TO assure the Senator OF their support
and the the support of a majority Of
the prominent Democrats of the coun-
try If he wants the nomination. In an
swer to all questions. the Senator fol-
lowed the interviews he has already
given TO the press.
Concerning the issues OF the next
campaign, he said to a reporter Tor
The Times:
There are three issues. One is tariff
reform: economy in public affairs is
another; honesty in Office is the third"
He qualified this statement immediately
by remarking that no one could tell
what might develop between now and
election day. and that no one could tell
what the people would do regarding pub
lie affairs.
Concerning the campaign. he said:
The contest is still too far away for
me 10 make any kind of positive state
ment. I can, however. only repeat that
certain changes from beliefs and eondi-
tions of the last few years are taking
place"
No Notice of Bryan.
Senator German had nothing TO say
concerning recent expressions by Will
liam Jennings Bryan, which have beer
construed to mean that unless he has
much his own way at the next con-
vention he would bolt the party. II
was remarked that the Senator had
been away from the country for some
time, and had not read the announce
ment attributed to Mr.. Bryan
While he declined TO talk aboDt sup
posedly dead issues. like free silver.
II is known Senator German is not
likely TO take a radical attitude on the
financial situation. His position is ap-
parently about the same on the tariff.
Senator German is 10 remain at
Laurel, making occasional visits to
until the middle OF the
month. when he is to 90 to Saratoga
Tor several weeks
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
Veterans in Line.

Promptly at noon the visiting sur
yivors Of Mosby's conmanl, who have
dWindled away perceptibly. formed IN
the line ready for the march TO the
courthouse at 1890 o'clock Escorted
by a. P. Hill Camp. Confederate Vet
Grams, the local organization. the vet
Grams. and the Marine Band. they took
up the march TO the courthouse green,
where Mayor Alden Bell offered Mos
by's men the keys TO the city Judge
Daniel Grimsley delivered an eloqueat
address of welcome, IN which he spoke
Of the good work done by the men IN
der Mcsby for the cause of the Confed-
eracy.
This was responded to by Capt J. W.
Foster, Of Leesburg, one OF Mosby's
fghting captains. who modcstly accept
ed the freedom OF the city on behalf
OF his comrades. This function over,
the entire body OF veterans adjourned
TO the armory OF the Culpeper Minute
Men. where they enjoyed a repast such
as could only be prepared by Virginia
housewives.
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
MILLER ONCE FAHORIIE
SON OF LABOR UNION
Feted and Serenaded When
Promoted in 1900.
NO CHANGE IN SITUATION
Bookbinders' Local Discusses Report On
Case-Puzzled by Administra-
tion's Attitude.

The atmosphere in and about the Gov
ernment Printing Office today is indica-
tive Of no changes in the general situ-
alton of the Miller case.
The regular monthly meeting of the
bookbinders' local union took place at
Typographical Temple last night. when
the arbitration committee laid before il
detailed report of recent progress in
the case. AS nothing of interest had
been received from the Public Printer on
the subject the consideration of the re-
port OF the arbitration committee was
necessarily somewhat brief.
Once Favorite Son.
A curious feature of the unions oppo-
sition to Miller is that II seems to have
developed within less than two years.
When Miller was appointed assistant
foreman on July l. 1900, he was the re-
cipient OF an ovation on the part OF
the union. He was congratulated. SER
enaded. and sent an enormous basket
Of flowers. After ne got into the stride
OF his new position, however, things
changed
The leisurely attitude OF the Govern
ment in regard 10 the charges against
Miller and Miller's retieence and ap-
pearance of unconcearn are puzzling TO
the union men. The report has crept
out that Miller he's a trunkful OF facts
and figures, all set down on paper,
which he intends to turn loose in CAT
ling gun style when the time comes :or
him 10 reply TO the charges against
him 1t is said he has been doing a
little investigating on his own account,
especially as to the records or some of
those who have testified against him.
Time Indefinite.
The continual use Of the term 'rea-
sonable time" in regard 10 the time in
which Miller VIII be allowed to reply to
the charges worries the union men.
They don't quite understand it. They
are not sure that reasonable time"
may not, in this case, mean an ''indefi-
nite time" They would feel very com
Portable if they could be assured that
an issue of some sort is imminent but
the continued delay is Irritating, to say
the least.
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
Pacific Roads Order Lob
byiStS Home From
Colombia.
EXPENSE WAS TOO GREAT
WillNow Arrange Commun-
ity of Interests With the
Canal Company.

The Pacific railroads have come to the
conclusion that there is no further use
in attempting to prevent the ratification
of the Panama Canal treaty by Colon
bia. and all the lobbyists who haze been
at work in the South American Republic
with that end in view have been ordered
home
1t is said that one OF them. who is
well known at the Capital during the
sessions OF Congress. is now on his way
to Washington. and is expected to arrive
in a few days. Several of the agents of
the Vanderbilt. Morgan. Gould. harri-
man, and other transeontinentai rail
road systems are now In New Yorkrhay-
ing arrived by way of Colon
Cheaper to Step Aside.
From an authoritative source 1t was
learned this morning that the railroads
have spent nearly half a million dollars
in their efforts TO beat the treaty, but
learning finally that 1t seem to be
question Of paying more than the ten
million dollars which the United States
is to turn over 10 those in contrc- to
defeat the project. the railroads came
TO the conclusion that 1t would be better
and cheaper TO allow the canal to be con-
structed, and arrange some kind OF
community OF interest plan by which
the roads would not suffer.
a local railroad man who is familiar
with the matter. and who has many ac-
quaintances at the Capital during the
sessions of Congress. said today:
The railroads do not believe that
the canal can be constructed in less
than five years. even If it is ready for
business by that time. which will give
them all the opportunity they desire to
prepare for competition.
They believe this is cheaper than to
buy Colombia's statesmen which would
be anyway only a temporary victory
There is nothing TO prevent some kind
Of AN agreement TO arrange a schedule
of rates with the powers which will
to be done"
Might Absorb Company.
While the railroad man quoted did not |
make the assertion. he would no deny |
that the roads might make a combined |
attempt TO get a controlling interest in |
the stock of the big waterway
The hundred or more millions OF dol |
lars needed would not be beyond the re- |
sources o. the railroads
1t is also said that the men who have /
returned from Colombia have asserted /
that the treaty is to be signed. The
only prospective delay was due TO con-
troversy over the amount of money the
CLIQUE in control might get.
The Washington times., 1903-08-05

High tide today D. m.
High tide tomorrow. 6:58 a. m. 1884 D. m.
Low tide tomorrow. 12:55 an, 1:27 p. IN.
The Washington times., 1903-08-05
TEMPERATURES.
THE sun
TIDE TABLE.

sun sets today. .................7:09 D. N.
Sun rises tomorrow a m.
The Washington times., 1903-08-05

Partly cloudy tonight and
tomorrow; variable winds.
The Republican journal., 1903-06-18
Meeting of Waldo County Grange.

A very pleasant meeting Of Waldo County
Pomona Grange was held June 10th with
Union Harvest Grange, Centre Montville.
About $50 patrons were present, which was
a good attendance for a postponed meeting.
The officers present were master, stewards
secretary, gate keeper and ceres. A class
of 16 was instructed in the fifth degree.
Some remarks were made about maintain
ing free bed in the Maine General Hos
pital and the secretary was instructed to
ascertain the expense OF same ana report
at the next meeting. A recess was then
taken, after which fine address OF welcome
was given by Sister Oxton, to which the
Worthy Master responded. The topic, Why
does the Grange have greater influence In
/, the homes of its members than other fra
| ternal organizations? was discussed oy a
large number. and very fine literary en-
| tertainment was given by Union Harvest
Grange.
The next meeting will be with South
Branch Grange, Prospect, June 3Oth Ii
stormy on that date it will be the first fair
day after. Program: Comforting fifth de-
gree; report of oranges; address OF well
come by W. H. CHM response by n. Smart
remarks for good of the order; appoint
ment of committee; recess; topic, In What
way can machinery be substituted for hand
labor on the farm? to be opened by A. A
CHM; remainder of program to be furnish
| ed by South Branch Grange.
The Republican journal., 1903-06-18
THE NEWS OF BROOKS.

Mrs. Smith Of Cutler is visiting her SIS
ter, Mrs. A. W. Rich.
Sylvia Leng is very sick and the chances
are against her recovery
The indications are that the canning fac
tory will be finished this month.
Mrs. Lolita Watts will spend the summer
with her sister, Mrs. Kate Grover.
Mrs. C. F. Files is visiting her parents in
Greenville and Charles takes his meals at
the hotel.
Bert Lane, our postmaster, was sick last
week and E. C. Holbrook took his place in
the Office.
Miss Myra Bailey is spending the sum-
mer with her brother, j. R. Bailey, in
South Brooks.
Francis NJ. Forbes, who spent the winter
in Massachusetts with his children, is in
Brooks for the summer
,, Harold Merithew, who is head brakeman
| on a Boston & Maine freight train, spent
Sunday with his mother here.
| Elson Roberts is visiting his parents, Mr..
! and Mrs. Harrison Roberts of this village.
He is selling goods fol a Boston firm.
. Mrs Marden of Boston, formerly OF Bel
fast, with her three children, is visiting
| her mother, Mrs. E. K Leonard of Knox.
We shall not get our shoe factory this
summer, but the promoters of the enterprise
should hustle and have it running before
next winter.
Our Masonic building is sold to Masachu-
sets parties, who will turn it into market.
This practically means the long-contem-
plated new hall for Brooks.
1. G. Reynolds and wife are at home from
Massachusetts, where they attended the
funeral of their grandson, Ralph Bailey,
who was killed on the railroad.
We are all glad to learn that our well
known townsman, Joseph Ellis, who has
been very dangerously i'll, is upon his feet
again and has been able to ride out.
DR.. n. r. Cook was called last week to
dress wound for Michael Stevens of Jack
son, who had cut his wrist badly. severlng
an artery so that the loss of blood was pro-
fuse.
Company F, of the Fourth Maine Regl-
ment, will hold their annual reunion IN
Grand Army hall on Tuesday next and al
ready a pleasant program has been az
ranged.
We incorrectly stated the ages OF the
auntS of Mrs. Kate Grover, who are making
their home with her. Mrs. Eliza Nlcker-
son is 96 and Mrs Kate Wiggln is Sc years
old Both are in good condition. mentally
and physically.
The familiar figure Of Charles ". Lord,
ex-deputy sheriff, has been missed from the
streets lately, and on inquiry we found that
he had been confined to the house by an at
tack of rheumatism. We met him at the
postoffice leaning on his cane day or two
ago and hope he will soon be all right.