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Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23
NATURAL GAS ExPlODES.
Several Persons Terribly Burned.
Two Fatally, ~ . Result, At
Marion, Ind.

Marion, Ind, Sept 18.-The residence
at 1906 Mcclure street. occupied by the
Lucabel and Crabtree families was par
tally destroyed at one o'clock Thurs
day morning by an explosion OF natural
gas. Mrs. Hattie Lucabel was terribly
burned about the body and inhaled
flames. She Is fatally injured. Ora
Crabtree. aged six. was also fatally
burned. His twin sister 3 was badly
burned. Mrs. William Crabtree. the
mother of the children. was terribly
burned in an effort to save tho children.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23
ANOTHER TOWN DESTROYED.
Turks Raid Kastoria and Massacre
Population.
Bulgarians and Macedon1ans Report
ed Prepared to Gross Border
in Large Numbers.

Sofia, Bulgaria. Sept. 1S.-The foreign
Office here has received reliable informa-
ton that the Turks have destroyed the
town of Kastoria, Sc miles south of Mo-
nastir, and have massacred the popula-
ton. + =
Constantinople, Sept. 18-The porte
has received confirmation of the reports
that large bands of Bulgarians and
Macedonians, one of them estimated to
number 4, 900 men, have been preparing
to cross the frontier near Kostendn at
43 miles from Sofia
Beirut, Syria, Sept 18.-Business is
still suspended Notwithstanding the
change in the governorship, and it will
take long time to restore. confidence.
Robberies and murders are the order of
the night, If not of the day, and the feel
ing Of insecurity on the part Of both Eu-
ropean and native. residents is very
great. Some form of outrage against
the foreign and Christian population
occurs daily. The Christian refugees in
the Lebanon mountains are returning
very slowly and in small numbers.
Washington, Sept. 18.-A long ca
blegram from Minister Leishman at
Constantinople was received at the state
department Thursday. It was sent to the
president. While nat made public, it is
stated that it indicates disposition on
the part OF the sublime porte to take up
for settlement questions in which this
government is interested. 1t is stated
further that the communication is not
sufficiently definite to show what prog
rsss Is being made by the minister in
this direction and that no conclusions
were announced.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23
COLOMBIA MUST ACT SOON.
Only -Four Days Remain for Ratif-
cation of Canal Treaty.
Suggestion Made - to ReaA Cause Of
Probable Defeat OF Hay
HeePan Pact,

washington, Sept. 11.-Only four
| days remain within which the ratifl-
cations OF the Panama canal treaty
must be exchanged. DR.. Herran, the
Colombian charge. transmits promptly
to the state department such details
of proceedings In the Colombian con-
gress as come to him, but what their
nature Is he declines to reveal. He
realizes the severity OF the situation,
but he has not had any instructions to
request an extension Of the time for
ratification. nor has the American gov
eminent intimated, so far as known.
that it is anxious to grant it The
state department is simply waiting.
In some quarters the suggestion is
made that real stumbling block to
the ratification OF the treaty might be
removed If the new Panama canal COM
pany would consent to the payment to
Colombia of stipulated portion Of
the $40,000,000 which it is to receive
from the American government for its
rights. franchises and property along
the route Of the proposed canal. Ac-
cording to the bill reported to the COL
ombian senate that government wants
SIC. 000. 900 of this money. but it is be-
Heved by some persons familiar with
South American affairs that q compro-
mise might be reached whereby half
that amount would be accepted by
Colombia. The latter government
thinks she is entitled to some portion
Of the money. It Is also suggested
that Colombia might be willing to fore
go insistence on some of the other
important amendments which have
been proposed II she were compensated
by the Panama canal company.
Minister Beaupre hiss abandoned
hope Of the ratification Of the Panama
canal treaty. He cables the state de-
partment under date Of Bogo<a, Sep
TENDER 10. that the situation Is un-
changed. discussion seems hopeless and
the congress viii probably adjourn on
October 20.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23
TO DEAD VETERANS.
Magnificent Monument, Erected BY
Old Soldiers of Illinois, Un-
yelled at Greenville.

Bloomington, ILL.,. Sept. 21.-One OF
the most notable events Of the fall
among the old soldiers of Illinois was
che unwilling at Greenville Saturday of
a magnificent monument to the memory
of 1900 deceased veterans. Lieut. Gov.
Northcott presided. Gov. Richard
Yates. Gen. John c. Black. Of Chicago,
national commander Of the Grand
Army Of the Republic: Bensoa Wood, Of
Efangham, state commander OF the
grand army; Congressman Rodenberg,
Judge John B. Hay, adtutank Of the
One Hundred and Thktteth, and other
noted orators, were present and deliv-
cred addresses. The annual reunion of
the One Hundred and Thtrtieth Illinois
volunteer regiment and the fourteenth
annual reunion OF the Bond County
Soldiers and Sailors association were
held In connection and thousands Of
strangers were present
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23
STATE SENATOR ARRESTED,
Prominent New Yorker Taken Into
Custody in Connection with
Postal Frauds.

Binghamton, N. Y, Sept 21.-An ar
rest which has been expected for some
time occurred Saturday when Post Office
Inspector Walter S. Mayer, Of Chicago.
and Deputy United States Marshal Fos-
ter Black, of this city, arrested State
Senator George E. Green, at the Office OF
his attorneys, Roberts, T1thill and Rog-
ers. Green was arraigned before United
States Commissioner Hall and entered a
plea of not guilty and his bail was fixed
at $4,000. Jonas NJ. Kilmer qualifying
as his surety. The examination will be
held Tuesday, September %.
Senator Green was arrested on two
warrants, one charging him with con-
spiracy to defraud the government in
bribing George w. Beavers to purchase
the International time recorders for the
government at 800 cash; the second
for Offering Beavers q bribe of ten per
cent. on clock sales to the government.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23

sas and western Missouri, and it is feared
corn is somewhat damaged in the dis
tricts where frost has fallen.
St, Joseph, Mo-, Sept. 1S.-The mer-
curry went to AZ degrees above zero in
this locality Wednesday night and there
was light frost in the lowlands. Farm
ers and gardeners say the damage was
very slight. Corn was not injured at all,
but tomatoes and late vegetables were
nfpped.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23
Little Danger Of Conflict Between
Turkey and Bulgaria, Say
London Diplomats.
SULTAN HAS LITTLE TO GAIN
BY ENGAGING IN Festivities
Powers, Under No Circumstances,
Will Permit Occupation of Bull
garian TerritOry-Better Feeling
Prevails I'm CONFERENCE.-The
Orders SmOkeless Powder.

London, Sept. 21.-It is learned that
war between Turkey and Bulgaria is not
now regarded as imminent by the foreign
Office or other diplomatic centers in Lon
don. 1t is stated that under no circum-
stances will the powers permit Turkey
to occupy Bulgarian territory, hence Tur-
key has nothing to gain by hostilities.
Regarding the renewed rumors that
British fleet Is going to Turkish waters it
is officially announced that as Balkan
matters have been left in the hands of Rus
sia and Austria such action is not contem-
plated by Great Britain, or so far as
known, by any other power. In the
meantime the powers are daily exchang-
ing communications with the view of
determining on some possible means of
restoring order in European Turkey,
but so far they have devised no plan that
would not be likely to increase rather
than diminish the gravity of the situa-
ton.
Better Feeling Prevails.
Constantinople, Sept. 21.-Within the
last two days more reassuring feeling
has prevailed, due to the assurances re-
ceived that the Bulgarian mobilization is
only applied to q few regiments and is
intended for the reinforcement of the
frontier posts.
Further successes of Turkish troops
are reported and the present forces in the
Roumelian Hlayets are considered SUI
ficient to cope with the situation For
these reasons it Is declared that the
rumors OF the impending mobilization of
the fourth and fifth Turkish army corps
have no foundation.
The appointment of Reshid Pasha, the
former vail Of Beirut, as vail of Brusa.
Asiatic Turkey, is unfavorably regarded
in diplomatic circles.
Turkey Buys Powder.
Berlin, Sept 21.-The Turkish war
ministry has ordered 10000 pounds of
smokeless powder at the Rottweil works.
Turkey has several agents permanently
resident In Germany who buy supplies
for the army and navy. One Of these.
Ahmed Bey, who spends his time be-
tween Essen and Kiel, is especially active
in placing orders for field transport,
saddlery, etc. Turkey, seemingly, Is
able to dispose Of suff1ciency Of cash
to pay for the supplies, as the German
firms require money or its equivalent on
delivery.
Only Cause for Intervention.
Paris, Sept. 21.-At the meeting of the
council Of ministers Saturday Foreign
Minister Del Case announced that Pas
STA and Austria had declared they would
only intervene in Macedonia in order to
hasten reforms. They had suggested, M
Del Case added, that The other powers
might support the cabinets in St, Peters.
burg and Vienna to this end.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23
Power-HOuse Burned.

Seattle, Wash, Sept. 18.-Wednesday
night the transformer house Of the Sno-
Qualmie Power company at Snoqualmia
took IRE and was destroyed. The disas-
ter shuts OF SnoQualmle power from the
street railway lines In Seattle and Ia
coma, from the Seattle & Tacoma Inter-
urban and the Seattle & Benton railway.
1t also cuts OF the lights from Benton
and Tacoma. It will be two weeks be-
fore the damage can be repaired.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23
negro Baptist. 4. Convention.

Negro Baptlsts In Convention.
Philadelphia, Sept 18.-Nearly 1000
deaeeatss were present Wednesday 1t
the opening session OF the annual ma
dona1 negro Baptist convention, every
state and territory in the country being
represented. The convention, which
Will continue for SIX days, is being held
In the national export exposition audi.
torium- Much Of the business Of th.
convention VIII be the discussion Of mis-.
sionary and educational work.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23
Speech Restored By Electricity.

Spoecn NestO1e0 ~ EkeNtH1c1ty.
New York, Sept. GA remarkable
case, in which a woman has been made
to speak after inability to utter: a word
tor three years, is that Of Miss Emma
Lewis, says dispatch from Utica, N. 7.
She Is 50 years old and lost use .of The
vocal chords through peralysas., 4 local
physician has restored thetT use throueh
electrical applications Of varying power
to the throat She has now reea1ned her
full powers OF speech.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23

The resignation Is quite likely to be an
nounced within day or two, but may
be postponed until Mr.. Balfour has an
opportunity to make his promised public
announcement on October l.
King May Avert Resignation.
There is just last chance that the
king, in his private capacity, may avert
what Is now declared to be inevitable
Mr. Chamberlain resignation is almost
try, Mr.. Balfonr bang thus left without
the support Of either the protsctionists
or the free tradefA Chancellor Of the
R1chequer Richie and his followers are
as openly opposed to any measure Of
retaliatory tariffs a. Mr. Chamberlain Ia
convinced that the unity Of the empire
depends on preferential duties in favor of
the colonies. With the exception Of q
few liberal organs, who viewed Mr.. Bal
four's> pamphlet rs q liquidation Of Mr..
Chamberlain's policy, there has scarcely
been 4 seriously considered suggestion
that Mr.. Chamberlain would retire from
Office. But the generally accepted hope
that he would retain his portfolio IL
shattered. and the news, when it becomes
generally known, will come like thun-
derclap not only to the supporters of
the government, but to all other polit-
ical sections. BY Mr. Chamberlain de-
lection practically all the existing party
lines viii be swept away, ard their re-
construction must largely depend On Mr..
Chamberlain future attitude. That he
win be content to retire from public life
can scarcely be considered. It Is be-
Neved he viii not ally himself With:
either side, but will rally to the banner
OF his preferential programme all the
support he can gather from every quar-
tax. M. ohamberlainea can rely on the al
most soNdsIr1sh vote when he confines
himself to fiscal ideas: ...:S::sssts ;z3' p.
. II 70 annooHesd dehnitsly that Hr:;
Chamberlain urged his colleagues 70 ap.
peal TO The country On The preferential
trade bsues HAs1amittsd thsy would be
|, dlRea1eG bskmaln1a1nA tAaA Nh months
sok :yssA. absrsl soovsanapsnt would put
the party beck = power Win - .ims
p,orea slanddaing .ss.ls, $; Id ]!
II ns4ate - Leea 44al1lz5, /.
, 1 e ds ssst - I'd I9 = g {
49, e. 800
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23

New York, Sept. 18,-Edwin French.
widely known as I minstrel. ia dead at
s6ar1nac Lake, N. r., from q complica-
ton OF diseases He had been suffer-
ing Tor moro than = year. French began
his stage career in the early days Of min
strel shows, and: for years was promi-
nently identified with leading t1oupea =
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23
London, Sept. 18.-It is learned that
Colonial Secretary Chamberlain has de-
cided to resign from the cabinet, on the

HON. JOSEPH CHAMBERLAIN.
ground that Premier Balfour's attitude
on the fiscal question is not sufficiently
advanced to enable Mr.. Chamberlain to
remain member of the government
without the sacrifice of his own views.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23

san Jsan, Porto Rico. Sept Lieut.
Col. Charles J. Crane. of the EEhth:tn-
fantry,, arrived 1at Ponce Friday sfter-
noon,; and, was received with military
zhonors,s: He has formally assumed com
mand Of The forces in Porto Rico. rslte~-
ing Col james buchanan.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23

!s.za sCAennhs oonseat - Del1yoA.1E
London, Sept n.-1he Times eoere-
,pondent a :Peking tslegraphs that main
" oWtnxeto theenA1ysdc oounss1so f IL
japanese minister. China Aas:nok ys4ae-
asnted ',tos Russian snsy4 apoditioos ~
gARdin8 TIA e11cua43on e Manehu11a
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23
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T 0aVoa 0p01 'Ro0all0a. !.
c. WasAlnStoa. Sept, n. be- vacancy
&Sa the board 'of Isneral xppeaa.sfS q
New York hAa beea' to and Is.
copied by-Eaesae @. Hay, . vsI,-kno'vn
! laWyer Il Minneapolis .s.s% t~:
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23

Ohio HeD001t00D0 s00G1A.
ChAlicothe. O.. Sept A.-The repab-
.lican campaign In Ohio opened here
Saturday with lA<se parade followed
by . meeting in Toeatangs park. at
which Gov. Nash pcssadsd ind speeches
were made BY oeo1xoss 11l0,flaker and
Hanna. Nyron T: lless1c candidate for
governor, Warssa q. s1saedanGscandtda&e
Tor lieutenant oovss1ol, and others.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23

reverence for tho traditions of English
public life. when public servants po-
sition seems to be used for private gain,
no matter whose"
The Outlook adds that the fact that
q note was sent to the editor with the
pamphlet. only allowing them to quote
1000 words textually, Ia "one of the
worst features in this deplorable bust
ness"
The Spectator and other periodicals
also express concern on the latter point.
The Outlook estimates that the profits
on 100000 copies alohe will be over
$4,000, Of which Mr.. Balfour will re-
ceive a large share. The pamphlet
promises to reach q sale of q million
copies. In the meantime there are no
pamphlets in print, and the copies print
ed have reached a premium. many of
them selling for so cents. double the
price Of the issue. Mr.. Balfour's party
managers openly proclaim grave dissat-
isfaction. In the first place, they say
their impatient constituencies, and they
add that they object to paying for lit
erature which is supposed to be the
most powerful aid in keeping the gov
eminent in power.
Several of the conservative agents
have gone so far as to threaten to re-
sign. The publishers make no discount
to party organizations, even though
thousands are ordered. and actually de-
mand the money in advance.
The press learns from an authorita-
tive source that Mr.. Balfour expects Mr..
Chamberlain to Renter the cabinet in
the event that an appeal to the coun-
try returns Mr.. Balfour to power.
Both desire, however, that the elections
be postponed so long as possible, in or
der to give Mr.. Chamberlain the OPP
portunity to impress his views on the
people. If the government is re-
turned, or. it weak. liberal ministry
is retained in power only short time,
Mr.. Balfour anticipates that he and Mr..
Chamberlain will reorganize a new
ministry. According to an authority
thoroughly cognizant with Mr.. Cham
berlain's plans. Mr.. Balfour might then
ind Mr.. Chamberlain unwilling to Join
him.
1T has been Mr.. Chamberiain's pur-
pose" said the person quoted, to form
q party OF his own. and he may take adj
vantage OF the present opportunity to
carry out his intention. His reputation
as the only public man In England with
q definite policy. coupled With his
strength OF viii and. ability. may en-
able him to achieve h1s ambition. In
case OF the success at tho elections of
his advanced programme OF preferen-
tial tariffs. he would form hie own cab
met and probably dispaace Mr.. Balfouz
:: rs PREMIER" e. 81 ..~-
Glad Of CAAnAselaan,s n>saxna%ao,
A Reuter- dispatch from ST. Peters.
Ii burg says Mr. Chamberlain.s restana-
ton 10 regarded BY tho Russian press
:, and public with Satisfaction, Is it Is
>, considersd that With M. Chamberlain
disappears one Of ths most danxI,e,,roua
political factors for European peace. =
otvsa ap>A Posa>aea. I
g.. WAsAinSAon sn.,As ~ NEaA
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23
Successors to FIJI Cabinet Vacan.
cies Is Still q Matter of
Surmise.
PREMIER BALfoUR SUBJECTED
TO VERY SEVERE CRI1ICISn
His Action In Publishing Views In
Creates Much Adverse Talk-Au-
thor and Publishers Coming Money
Comment Of the Papers.

London. Sept. 21.-The political crisis
is still the sole topic OF discussion in
the United Kingdom. Premier Balfour
was expected to have an audience of
King Edward at Balmoral Saturday,
when he was expected to present the
nominations for the cabinet vacancies.
The exact nature Of these appointments
still continues q matter OF varied sur
mise.
Regarding the eventual result Of the
upheaval, the Spectator forecast, that
Mr.. Balfour. when he appeals to the
country, will be beaten and succeeded
by Rosebery cabinet, which will not
last long, attracts the greatest atten-
ton.
A curious phase Of the situation is
the severe criticism. regardless of party
lines, bestowed on Mr.. Balfour's action
in publishing his views and selling them
in pamphlet form. The premier's keen
sense of chivalry and honor Is far too
deeply appreciated by all parties to even
permit the suggestion that he purposely
adopted the doubtful practice. BY Mr.
Balfour's own admission, he is a mere
child in such matters" and his inexpe-
rience in business affairs now appears
to have put him at the mercy Of the pub
fishers Of the pamphlet, who are coming
money over the vital issue In national
affairs. That Mr.. Balfour will devote
his portion Of the proceeds to some
charity Is generally assumed. but it
is regretted that he did not mention
some such intention in the preface OF
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1903-09-23

The resignation Is quite likely to be an
nounced within day or two, but may
be postponed until Mr.. Balfour has an
opportunity to make his promised public
announcement IN Nefohor
The Kalispell bee. [volume] (Kalispell, Mont.) 1900-192?, 1903-09-04
PAPER MILL is SUCCESSFUL

The receipt of a sample of build
ing paper manufactured by the Gal
latin Valley Pulp and Paper Mill
company's mill at Manhatton. in the
Gallatin. valley, is acknowledged.
This is the first building paper that
has ever been manufactured in the
Treasure state. 1t is made from waste
paper gathered from all over the
state, together with straw grown in
the Gallatin valley.
Mr.. Henry Altenbrand, president of
the company, states that his mill will
manufacture all kinds of wrapping
paper and paper bags which, he
states, will be equal in quality to any
made in the country.
Mr.. Altenbrand further states that
their mill is a success and will add
one more industry to the great state
of Montana.
The mill at Manhattan was erected
some years ago. but by reason of
some trouble among the stockholders
and management at the time, was
never started. The company was re
organized recently and is now doing
business, a fact which all Montana
citizens will note with pride.
The Kalispell bee. [volume] (Kalispell, Mont.) 1900-192?, 1903-09-04
THE SILVER TEA.
Will Be Given Next Wednesday At.
ternoon at Mrs. leopold's,

The first of the fall series of
''silver teas will take place at the
home of Mrs. Leopold, 434 Fifth
avenue east. mkt Wednesday after
noon, September 8. The hostesses
are, beside Mrs. Leopold, Mesdames
Hun5ley, Marsden and Sutton.
1t has not been announced just
what the form of entertainment will
be but it is safe to say it will be an
enjoyable event with such popular
hostesses to carry out the program
planned.
Dainty refreshments will be serv-
ed and everyone is welcome to at
tend.
The silver teas were inaugurated
by the ladies of the Christ Church
guild several months ago and are a
great success.
The Kalispell bee. [volume] (Kalispell, Mont.) 1900-192?, 1903-09-04
PIANO CONTEST.
Odd Fellows Still Hold Lead in the
Vote.

Odd Fellows Still Hold Lead in the
Vote.
The contest now going on at the
various stores for the piano to be
given away December %, is increas-
ing in interest, and there promises
to be considerable rivalry aroused be-
fore the votes are all counted. At
present the Odd Fellows have a little
the best of it with the Royal Neigh.
bors a close second. The friends OF
the county high school are just be-
ginning to do a little work, and by
the next time the votes are counted
the standing of the various candi
dates may be altered. The following
is the standing at present, officially
recorded by the city clerk:
I hereby certify that the follow.
ing is a true and correct copy of the
count of votes in the Wesley piano
contest as counted by me up to date:
I. o. o. f., 1855 votes; Royal Neigh.
bors, 1887; county high school, 1112;
Catholic church, S26; B. p. O. Elks
21S; Presbyterian church. 141; Meth
odist church. 121; Yeomen, 10 and X
o. T. NJ, s votes. Next count will
be made on the 18th of September
j. w. Conner, City Clerk.
The Kalispell bee. [volume] (Kalispell, Mont.) 1900-192?, 1903-09-04
Notice of Publication Of Time Ap-
pointed for PROVING Will,

pointed for Proving Will.
In the District Court of the Eleventh
Judicial District of the State Of
Montana. in and for the County Of
Flathead.
In the matter of the estate of Will
liam A. Rain, deceased.
Pursuant to an order Of the clerk
of said court, made on the thirty
first day Of August, 1903, notice is
hereby given, that Saturday, the
twelfth day of September, 1903, at
two o'clock p. m. OF said day, at the
court room of said court, at the
court house, in the city of Kalispell,
county of Flathead, has been ap-
pointed as the time and place for
proving the will of said William A.
Rain, deceased, and for hearing the
application of Celia Rain for the is
suance to her OF letters testament
tary, when and where any person III
terested may appear and contest the
same.
Dated the thirty-first day of Aug
ust, 1908.
James X. Lang, Clerk.