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The Washington times., 1903-07-23
PRESIDENT ENJOYS
RIDE IN THE RAIN
Starts at ? A. NJ. Today to
Visit Uncle.
ACCOMPANIED BY HIS SON
Arrives Later at Sayvilie, Whittier Sc
cret SGrvice Men Had Pre-
ceded Him.

OYSTER BAY, n. Y, July 23.-Presi-
dent Roosevelt and his eldest son, The
odore, started from Sycamore Hill in a
rainstorm at o'clock this morning
for horseback ride to Sayville. on the
south side of the island. They will re-
main there overnight, the guests OF
Robert B. Roosevelt, the Presidents
uncle, and will start home before dawn
tomorrow morning.
Mrs. Roosevelt had intended to take
the ride with her husband, but when
she awoke and found the rain patter:ng
on the roof she decided that IL would
be better TO stay at home. The storm
only made Ted" more anxious to go
and as the President does not mind a
little thing like a rain, they sailed
gaily forth.
Three Secret Service men left Oyster
Bay for Sayville by train last night 70
clear the town of suspicious characters
SAYVILLE. L. l., July 23.-President
Roosevelt and his son Theodore. who
left Sycamore Hill at 2 O'Clock this
morning on horseback for this place
arrived here at 5:45 o'clock. The party
was met on the outskirts Of the town
by Robert B. Roosevelt, the Presidents
uncle. whose guests the members will
be today. The rain had ceased before
the President arrived. and the weather
was cool and pleasant.
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
DISTRICT SUSPENDS
PRINTING CONTRACT
Commissioners Add to Num-
ber of UnapprOved Bills.
COST DOUBLED IN A YEAR
Requisition for $3.50 in Favor of Globe
Printing Company Regarded as
Excessive.

a requisition for S130.s0 with which to
pay a bill of the Globe Printing Com
pany has been held up by the Commits
sioners. acting upon the recommenda-
tion OF Warner stutler, Superintendent
OF the Street Cleaning Department. The
bill was for the printing of certain ma
chine sweeping schedules and was
stopped because it calls for more than
100 per cent in excess of what was paid
to another firm last year for the same
work
The contract for this class of work
was made last year. after receiving
estimates from several of the local
printing establishments. Judd & Det-
weller were awarded the work for s64.
This year the authorities deemed 1t best
TO let all the printing contracts under
one bid, with the several classes speci-
fed
The Globe Printing Company was
awarded the work at 80 cents per thou
sand ems" and has submitted a bill
for this same work of s130.s0. Superin-
tendent Stutler. to whom the bill was
given for approval. thought the charge
excessive and referred the papers "a
Commissioner West. who has direct su-
pervision Of the Street Cleaning De-
partment.
Tho only explanation forthcoming is
that the charge is compelled by the rules
of ehe printers union, who hold that its
members are entitled to pay for an alter
form.
The Commissioners think that If the
same work can be done for ss4 by sepa-
rate estimate. that system had bet
ter be adopted in future
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
REPORT ON STATISTICS
IS ABOUT READY
Committee Returns Here After Re-
porting to Roosevelt.

Tho members Of the commission ap-
pointed by the President to determine
Il hat statistics OF the Government are
Being duplicated are said to have made
their preliminary report on the results
# their work to the President at Oyster
Bay yesterday, and TO have brought back
with them this morning orders instruct
ing them 10 consolidate several more
bureaus and turn them over 20 the new
Department Of Commerce and Labor.
The members of this commission are
General Crozier, Admiral Bowles. Com
missioner OF Corporations Garfield.
clifford Pinchot, chief OF the forestry di-
vision OF the Department of Agriculture.
and Director Walcott, OF the Geological
Survey Nearly all OF the members
we're present at the conference with the
President yesterday. and a majority OF
hose who made the pilgrimage returned
TO the city this morning.
Naturally. all concerned were reticent
about the report. and none would dis
cuss It.
Commissioner Garfield. however. said
that matters had simply been talked
over with the President
It is expected that the report is TO be
forthcoming now IN week or two.
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
POPE LEO'S NEPHEWS
NO LONGER IN FAVOR

MANCHESTER, England, July %
The "GuardiSn's" Rome correspondent
learns privately that the late Pope's
nephews have been quickly made to fee
their position. now that their illustrious
relative Is no more.
One of these nephews gave a card 70
some country friends to see the remains
of the Pontin. but the officials informed
the bearers that they must bring more
influential Introduction The officials
of the Vatican. he says. are showing an
evident desire TO make the nephews
conscious that they are OF no import
ance
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
TUGS TO KEEP TRACK
OF THE iERODROME {
Another Boat Re-enforces the Lang
ley Squadron at Whitewater.

Underwater, Va, July 23.-Prof.
Lsngley's hotilla at Whitewater has
been increased by the arrival of the
tug D. NJ. Key. from Washington It is
thought that the tug Will be used 10
follow the flight of the bird" since
the small launch that has hitherto
acted as tender to the "Buzzard" IS
not speedy. 1t is possible that the tug
may tow the ark back TO her Old moor
lnss. a mile down the river
party from the "Buzzard" went
aboard the tug and steamed to thS
Maryland shore. where they drove
stakes into the ground at regular inter
vaIs as they had done before on the
Virginia shore The object of these
stakes is still wrapped in mystery.
An optical delusion due 10 the quietly
moving searchlight on one of the large
river boats caused great excltment last
night among the respondents sta
toned along the shore keeping constant
watch over the "Buzzard." This light
looked for all the world like a large
white airship moving al great speed
The true cause of the strange apparitIon
was sooD discovered, however, and the
excitement subsided.
1t is highly improbable that the test
of the bird" VIII be made at night
With so much at stake, It is thought
the scientists will gain all the advan-
tage they can from broad daylight. On
the other hand. they are making such
great efforts at secrecy that there Is no
telling 10 what lengths they may go to
prevent the press and the public from
knowing the outcome of the trials
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
MOTHER" JONES CANNOT
PARADE IN NEW YORK
Ebstein Fears "Army" May Scare
Horses Along Route.

NEW YORK, July 23.-"Mother" Jones
with two Of her lieutenants. visited po-
lice headquarters today. and had n con-
ference OF half an hours duration with
Acting Police Commissioner Ebstein,
regarding the granting of a parade per-
NIT to her army OF textile workers
Although she pleaded with the com
missioner earnestly. he was not much
impressed and told her that her army
and its band would likely scare the
horses along the parade route. and fer
that reason he deemed II advisable 10
withhold the permit. Mother" Jones
returned to Hoboken in a defiant mood
and threatens 10 parade later in the day
and take her chances of being arrested
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
FiREMEN WELCOMED
TO NEW ENGINE HOUSE

Tho residents of Washington Heights
Gignalized the opening OF tho new fire
engine house at that point today with a
largely attended reception to the mem
bers of the company. The reception was
held in the company's quarters and con-
tinued throughout the afternoon.
Tie new engine house, with its bright
FURNISHED engine and other equip
meats. was officially put in commission
at 10 o'clock this morning. The build
Ing was then inspected By Chief Belt
Shortly after O'Clock the reception
began and the nre laddies were vel
coined to their new home Several
speeches we're made by residents OF tho
neiEhborhood-
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
MEET TO APPRAISE LAND
FOR RAILWAY RIGHT OF WAY

The appraisers appointed TO fix the
value OF certain real estate to be con
demned for the use OF the Baltimore and
Ohio Railway. met this morning in
Criminal Court No. i, at the City Hall.
The land to be condemned is part OF
lots TO- IL, and 12. in square 10. and is
a strip of land 40 feet wide and 200 feet
In length II extends from New York
Avenue along the east side OF First
Street northeast. The appraisers are
E. G. Schafer. Frank X. Raymond. Dan
iel Fraser, Clement w. Howard. Edward
Graves. John a. Hamilton, John Mitch
ell. n. H. Shea. George W. Moss. George
Gibson. Frank 3. Metzerott. and Charles
G. Sloan.
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
GOVERNMENT LAUNCH
GOES ON The ROCKS

BIDDEFORD. Ne. July ga Govern
ment launch containing Lieut.. George
Stevens and seven men Of the Portland
Naval Reserve went on the rocks at
Biddeford Pool, the southeasterly point
of Beach Island, early this morning IN
a fo-
The life saving crew rescued Lieu
tenant Stevens and his companions. i,
is expected that the launch will be a
total wreck. The little vessel vas beins
taken from the Boston navy yard to
Portland.
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
BELIEVES CHINA
WILL OPEN PORTS
Sir Chentung Discredits
Prince Ching's Letter.
PRESS REPORTS CONFLICT
State Department Expects That Rus
sia Will Keep Her Pledge-Give
Credit for Sincerity.

Some discrepancy exists in the press
dispatches received this morning from
Pekin.
One states that Prince Ching has writ
ten Minister Conger that China cannot
open ports In Manchuria, notably Mouk-
den and Tatunkou, because they are now
held by armed Russian forces. Another
states that Ching wrote he had received
no advices from NJ. Lessar. the Russian
OF such ports.
Each states that NJ. Lessar has as
sured the representatives of foreign
governments that the conference at
Port Arthur two weeks ago decided not
only to open the ports. but to invite
foreign capital to participate in the
building OF railways in Manchuria.
Would Break Her Pledges.
1t has never been contemplated that
Russia would evacuate Manchuria prior
TO October s, next, the date set by her
a year ago to close the second period OF
her removal. Should she refuse to leave
at that time. however. she would have
broken her pledge.
The proviso contained therein, that
mo foreign country shall present obsta-
cles." is regarded at the State Depart
ment as of small value. Meanwhile.
Russia must be given credit for sinceri-
~. until evidence develops to the con-
trary.
Discredited by Sir Chentung.
No advlces have been received at the
Chinese legation concerning the reported
letter OF Prince Ching to Minister Con-
ger. and the Chinese minister himself
attaches little consequence to the dis
patches describing II. In the absence OF
official information from his government
or official communication TO the State
Department from Minister Conger. he is
inclined &c consider the report improbs-
BILE.
Until there Is official notification to
the contrary, Sir Chentung Is standing
upon Minister Conger's communication
to the State Department to the effect
that China will, some time in the fu-
ture. open two ports in Mancfnrla
That the presence of Russian troops in
Manchuria might delay their opening
to some extent. he admits. because OF
the inadvisability OF Chinas offending
Russia at the present time.
! He is confident that China will fulfill
/ her pledges 10 the United States.
! The Japanese minister was at the
state Department this morning and 'lad
talk with Acting Secretary LOOMS
/ There is no concealing the fact that
/ Japan is extremely suspicious OF Russia
! and her intentions, and distrustful OF
/ her promises. and that she is preparing
to resort TO arms in defense OF her posi-
/ ton ~ necessary.
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
WEATHER REPORT.

There have been showers in the last
twenty-four hours In the lower lake re-
gion. New England. the Middle Atlantic
States. and the Middle Missouri Valley
Showers have also fallen in the extreme
Southwest. Temperatures still continue
below the seasonal average in North
eastern districts.
Fair weather Is indicated for tonight
and tomorrow, except in the South At
lantic States and the lower Mississippi
Valley. where local showers and thur
dersforms are probable. The tempera-
ture changes will not be important.
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
MISSOURI EDITORS
FINED FOR CONTEMPT

JEFFERSON CITY. No. July 23.-The
supreme court yesterday fined Editor
Sheppard, OF the Standard Herald" OF
warrensburg. Mo, $500 and costs for
contempt.
Editor Cundin. OF the "sedaTa Capt.
tall who had also been cited, asked
the mercy Of the court. saying that he
only copied Sheppard's editorial. He
escaped with a fine OF 81. The-article ia
question charged the court with corrup-
tion and bribery in the case OF ORlesby
vs.. The Missouri Pacific Railroad, for
damages which was decided in favor of
the railroad.
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
LIGHTNING PLAYS FRANKS
WITH HACkENSACK WOMAN

IACKENSACK. y. j.. July 23.-Mrs.
c. Wagner. while hurrying through the
storm last night. was struck by light
MR.
The bolt hit a corset steel and jumped
TO the right leg burning the flesh and
running downward. The stocking was
torn off and the shoe shattered. every
nail in the latter burning blisters Oh
the foot. The woman's side IS paralyzed
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
THREE PERSONS KILLED
IN PATERSON TORNADO

PATERSON. \. j.. July 23-This
town is fast recovering from the tornado
which swept over Il yesterday and last
night. This morning over 1000 men
were put 70 work clearing Up the wreck
age and it'is expected that before mary
days normal conditions will reign.
The results o, the tornado are not
so serious as fret reported. Three per-
sons were killed and about 100 injured
but all OF the latter will probably re-
cover.
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
ORGAN GRINDER ASSERTS
CLAIM TO ENGLISH TITLE

LONDON, July 23.-The organ grinder
who styles himself Viscount Hinton. and
who on several occasions in the past few
years has made unsuccessful attempts
to obtain recognition. has renewed his
claim TO the title of Earl Poulett be-
fore the committee on privileges of the
house of lords. He asserts that he is
the legitimate son OF the late earl by
his marriage to Elizabeth Lavinia New
man IN 1s4S.
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
PETTY DISMISSED
FROM AUTHORSHIP
Commissioners Drop Him
From District Service.
OBJECTED TO RESIGNATION
Notification of Appointment of His Sue
cessor Regarded as Closing
Case.
OBJECTED TO RESIGNATION

James T. Petty. for fifteen years Audi
tor for the District OF Columbia. has
been removed from office by the Com
missioners, as the direct result OF the
alleged defalcation of James NJ A. Wat
son.
The action was brought about through
series of letters. the first being di-
rected to Mr.. Petty yesterday forenoon.
requesting him to tender his resigna-
ton. to take effect August 15, and grant
ing him leave OF absence to and includ-
ing that date. To this letter. Mr.. Petty
took exception. and refused TO tender
his resignation.
Mr.. Petty's Protest.
His reasons are clearly stated in the
letter. which follows:
July p, 1903.
Gentlemen: I have the honor to
acknowledge your favor OF this date, re-
questing me TO tender, today" my
resignation as Auditor In and for he
District OF Columbia, TO take effect from
he 18th Droximo. with leave OF absence
% and including that date
in reply I have TO say that I regret
NY inability 70 comply with your re-
quest. as loyalty TO my official superiors
is fundamental principle in my code OF
ethics, but having faithfully met every
requirement of duty during the whole
eeriod OF my auditorial term.>I am IN
willing now, by act OF mine, 70 seem 20
admit that there is any ground for JUS
.ifcation for this severance OF our
official relations.
Very respectfully.
JAMES T. PETTY.
Auditor. D. c.
The Commissioners of the District Of
Columbia
The Case Closed.
The Commissioners then took matters
their own hands. and Immediately di-
-ected another letter to Mr. Petty. ad-
vising him formally of the appointment
u John r. Carlson as his successor,
This letter was intended to notify MI
Petty that his connection with the Dis
trict government had been severed. and
the incident is considered closed by the
| Commissioners
Mr.. Petty VIII spend the next three
! Feeks in the mountains OF Virginia. near
lis old home, seeking a much needed
est He stated today that he contem-
/ plated entering the real estate and
claim business in the fall, andA that his
friends had assured him success in any
venture that he might undertake.
Mr.. Garrison's Appointment.
The Commissioners received many
letters today from men prominent il
both local and national affairs. compli-
menting them upon the selection OF Mr.
| Garrison as Auditor. Commissioners
West said this morning that he be-
lieved the appointment OF Mr.. Garrison
| would renew, TO considerable degree
the confidence Of the public of washing
ton in the administration of affairs o
| the District
Mr.. West also expressed regret at th'
retirement OF Mr.. Petty. and ofihe ac-
ton which the Commissioners were
compelled TO take In the matter. Mr.
Garrison Will spend the next three
weeks In closing up his business In con.
nection with his position in the Treas
ury Department. and will be ready Il
assume the reins OF the Districts &C
counts August 10 next.
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
BRADFORD HAS PLAN
FOR BIG BATTLESHIP

Rear Admiral Bradford has prepared
g rejoiDder to the argument of the Board
on Construction in defense OF its plan
for the 1S.OoO-ton battleships. He asks
that the case be reopened. and. II ncces-
sary. inasmuch as the board is equally
divided upon the subject. that further
advice be obtained.
Bradford makes the conten-
tion that speed and coal carrying ca
pacity should not be sacrificed FOR arma-
mCE..
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
MASS
FOR LEO'S SOUL
Imposing Ceremony at st.
Aloysius Church.
PAPAL DELEGATE PRESENT
Bishop Rocker at Altar and Pronounced
Euloy-Edifce Draped in Black
and Crowded to It's Confines.

Impressive ceremonies were held this
morning at St Aloysius Church in
memory of the late Pope. A solemn
pontincal mass OF requiem was cele-
brated by Bishop Rocker. assisted by
members Of the clergy in Washington.
Monsignor Falconio. papal delegate to
the United States, In cope and miter,
occupied the throne at the left.
Every effort TO lend solemnity to the
scene had been put forward by the
priests of st. Aloysius. From the cell
ing above the sanctuary arch two broad
streamers of black were festooned to the
windows below. Around the church. The
pillars, choir loft, and pulpit the same
solemn decoration was used. A cata-
falque ten feet high stood in front Of the
altar. Surmounting this was a cloth
covered casket bearing the papal miter
and other insignia OF the Office.
Pomp of the Mass.
The catafalque was surrounded by
lighted candles and a mammoth wreath
Of flowers hung on each side.
The mass was conducted with all the
pomp and solemnity of pontIfical cele-
bration. The Rev. Jerome Daugherty
acted as assistant priest to the dele
gate. The deacons of honor were the
Rev. Thomas S. Lee and the Rev. f. X
Mulvaney. The assistant priest to
Bishop Rocker was the Rev. Edward x
Fink. pastor of St Aloysius Church
the deacon was the Rev. Father Ham
subdeacon, the Rev. Father ODonovan;
masters OF ceremonies the Rev DR.
Marchetti. of the papal legation; the
Rev Father Gale, and Mr. Frank Dever-
eux.
Bishop Rockers Sermon.
Bishop Rocker delivered the sermoa
of eulogy and spoke in glowing terms OF
the late Pontiff's life and work as head
OF the Catholic Church. He reviewed
Leo Kills life from the time ne began
his religious studies until as cardinal
he reached what to Catholics is the mos,
exalted position on earth.
At the conclusion OF mass the oere-
mony OF absolution was performed by
the Rev. Father Caughy. the Rev. Father
| Fink. and the Rev. Father Spencer. o. P
Among the other priests In the sane
tuary were the Rev. DR.. Stafford the
/ Rev. Father Dolan, the Rev. Father Car
roll. the Rev. Father Shandelle. S. j.
and the Rev. Father Buell. S. ].
! A special requiem musical service was
sung by the choir under the direction OF
s. ]. KubeI
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
FRENCH CARDINALS
CONSULT DELCASSE

PARIS. July 23.-Cardinal Rioard.
Archbishop OF Paris. and Cardinal Lesot
conferred for some time with foreign
nal Langeaieux, II is expected. VIII also
call cn Delcasse before proceeding to
Rome. II IL supposed that the matter u
a successor to Pope Leo occupied the
greater part OF this mornings eonfsr-
enCe.
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
KING EDWARD REVIEWS
TROOPS IN IRELAND

DUBLIN, July 23.-King Edwards pro-
gram today included the review OF $4,000
troops at Phoenix Park. Great crowds
gathered for the occasion. A brilliant
sun was shining and the conditions were
all that could Be desired.
In the course of the review two ON
Gers were unhorssd and kicked by their
mounts, but neither was seriously In
jured.
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
EAGLE BANK ROBBERS
ESCAPE FROM PRISON

WAUKEsHA, Wis. July 23.-Joe
Packard and his partner. Davidson. the
Eagle Bank robbers escaped from
the county jail here last night The
bars were sawed
Attendants at the tail heard the men
drop from a second story window end
immediate pursuit was given. posse
OF citizens is searching the conntry
for the fugitiyes.
The Washington times., 1903-07-23
FARIE0N, NOVELIST,
DIES IN LONDON

LONDON. July 23.--B. J. Farjeon. the
novelist. died today. He leaves a widow,
who Is the eldest daughter of Joseph
jefferson. the famous American actor
The novelist was well known !n
English newspaper circles. lie began
his career in New Zealand. where he
was proprietor OF the first daily news
paper started in the colony He was a
playwright of ability.
The Washington times., 1903-07-23

TEMPERATURE.
The Washington times., 1903-07-23

Fair tonight and tomor-
row; light, variable winds.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1903-03-04
RAVENA
From our regular correspondent.

From our regular correspondent.
March 2, 1908.
School election today.
Several of our farmers marketed
their hogs in Ossian last week; they
received So. 90.
Miss Ethel DeCou went to Castalia
today to visit for several days with
her aunt, Mrs. B. p. Doan.
The township school secretary was
putting up school meeting notices
Friday.
Born, to Mr.. and Mrs. Herman Lans-
ing. Saturday evening, son.
Joe Weitgenant and family moved
Saturday to the residence that he re-
Gently purchased from G. Peyer, in
Ossian.
Ole Samuelson and family moved
Wednesday from the Henry Sweinfus
farm to P. Nicholson's farm near
Bonair. We are sorry to see Mr.. and
Mrs. Samuelson go, but what is
Ravena's loss will be Bonair's gain.
Several from hers attended "The
Boy Tramp''at Ossian Sunday evening.
James Weitgenant was down from
Cartersville, Ia. last week for short
visit with relatives and friends.
Tom Logsdon from near Cresco il
visiting with relatives and friends in
this vicinity at this writing.
Miss Julia Iverson was the guest Of
friends in Ossian Saturday.
We understand that Mrs. j. w. Ban
ming has purchased the Collins hote
in Ossian and will move there in thu
near future.
Rev Blessin was up from Eldorad'
from Friday till Sunday.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1903-03-04
FREEPORT.

(rom our regular correspondenD
March 8, 1908.
Mrs. James E. Lappen is suffering
with felon on her finger.
Mr.. and Mrs. Fenton Bollman of
Castalia were visiting with Mr.. and
Mrs A. b. Robinson over Sunday.
Frank O'Brien returned to his home
at Lime Springs Tuesday.
Miss Eta Klein entertained num-
Der of young friends at her home
Monday evening
Miss Maud Leach was quite sick a
few days last week.
Mrs. Fred Miller of Ruthven is visit
ing her sister Mrs. A. Nesheim this
week
o. ". Stevens has rented the Len
non farm near Ossian and expects to
move there Saturday.
The Yeomen will give a banquet
Wednesday evening at their hall.
Miss Maud Lee drove down from De
corah Monday.
Mrs Maggie Hardesty is visiting
her niece Mrs. Sumpter at Baskerville
this week.
w. o. Warn has some fine pictures
of the old court house, get one.
Little Dollie Mailman was quit,
sick last week.
Harry Dial of Waukon has rente,
the julius Haas farm for the presen
year.
A dance and rattle will be given a
the Yeomen Hall, Friday evening
March 9th.