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The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
fIFIY NEW MODES
.LAss or 1903 GRADUATED
 fRoM ANNAPOLIS.
Secretary Moody Delivers the Dip l6nas Along With Sentiments Befitting the occasion-Says
 No War is in Sight.

Annapolis. Md. Feb. 7.-Fifty midship- -.nen of the class of lsB today received diplomas from Secretary of the Navy Moody and became officers of the Ameri. .an navy.
 The ceremonies took place in the new irmory. The midshipnen assembled in front of the barracks and marched to the arinory. On the s, .se were Super intendent Brownson. Commander Col lahan. Commander Benson, Chaplain Clark. Rear Admiral Taylor, Secretary Moody. Assistant Secretary Darling, the members of the acadsmic board. and Rear Admiral Lord Charles Beresford of the A-ng.ish Navy.
 Chaplain Clark opened the ceremonies with prayer. ana Was followed by Super intendent Brownscn who spoke briefly to the Elidshipmen. He told the cadets to be kind and considerate, but firm te en- listed men, as no man could be great leader unless there were bonds of sym pathy between him and the men he commanded.
 MT. Clark introduced Secretary Moody who made the graduation address.
 Secretary Moody said:
 'I regret the enforced absence of your commander in chief. President Roosevelt. but he charged me to deliver to you his best wishes and his hope and confidence in your stern devotion to duty. You are now entering upon another stage as officers of the navy, in the most interest ing stage of its development. Aa this time there Is no war, no war Is in sight, and let us pray God there will be no war. But our people have at last learned the truth of the immortal Washington's ad- vice. the way to preserve peace, b to prepare for war
 : 'In the future you belong entlra1k to your country. You have traditions of those gone before you and herein you have a great advantage over your fore fathers who served in our country's ser vice. These splendid traditions from the days of John Paul Jones to the recent past echo down the corridors of time, shedding glory upon the country's hls- tory which you are expected to uphold The splendid services on both sides dur ing the Civil War are now the common heritage of all Americans the noble deed of Cushing and the heroic action of the Confederate seamen in the improvised submarine beat in the harbor of Charles ton, belonging now as much to the North as to the South.'
 Secretary Moody then presented ths diplomas to the graduates. Tonight the annual grand ball ended the exercises.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
M. JUssERAND TALKS.
Says He is Glad to Be Sent te
 America.

Washington. Feb. 2-M Jean Jules Jusser- and. the new French Ambassador to tho United States to a representative of the As sociated Press, took occasion today to express the delight which his appointment to the Washington Government has caused him.
 Tt Is an ambition I have long cherished ' said he 'I have known man yof the literary men of America personally, although this k my first sight of this great republic, but am acquainted with many more of then through their books and through correspond ence. Before leaving Paris was received by President Loubet ard in giving me my in structions he expressed the greatest interest ir the American people, You know all France deeply touched by the spontaneous ap- preciation with which the United States re- ceived the RUchambeHr statue"
 Referring to the |; de of France regard ing the preesnt Vens 4uelan crisis, the Am bassador said that the subject had just come to his attention and that he had been pre- sented to the President he preferred not to discuss 1t. He added however France will stand up for her rights. but she is anxious that her debtor may be relieved of her present distress"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Alleged swindlers Arrested.

New York. Feb. 2.-On charges of violating the postal laws in connection with a so-called wheat syndicate through the operations of which subscribers were promised a profit of $20O in thirty days time on an investment of s5O four men were arrested today. The prisoners des- cribed themselves as Fernandino G. Gard ner a broker, Colgate F'alos. 8 broker and member of the Produce Exchange; J. H. Evans, publisher of the w all Street Press and Henry c. Scriber, a geenral advertising agent. formerly presi- dent of the Alaska Steamship Line.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
CHICAGO TRACTION TREATY,
City Can Purchase the Lines at tn
 End of Twenty Years

Cnicaso. Feb, 2.-An agreement has beer reached between J. P. Morgan and the local committee having in charge the traction fin. terests of Chicago
 By the agreement the Union Traction Com. dinance containing the provision that at ,h, end Of that time upon payment of a sum tC be fixed the city shall take possession of tn, property An enabling act must be passed by the Legislature giving the city authority tC exercise municipal ownership.
 years to purchase the property inc cororan nS VIII continue to operate it until the munici pallty Is prepared to purchase The probahls cost of the lines to the city is about sz5 ooo ooo. The methods of transportat on ag-,e1 upon provide fvr the construction of an i'm necessary if the City Council desires
 The agreement mus tbe ratified by the Ci;, Council before 1t becomes binding.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
THE HOUSE.

Washington, Feb. 2.-The House today passed about forty bills under suspension of the rules. The most important of them was a bill to authorize the resumption of negotiations with Great Britain for the preservation of the Alaska seals and to give the Secretary of the Treasury authority, If modus vivendi is not con cluded prior to the opening of the pelagic sealing season this year, to exterminate the seal herd on the Pribyloff Islands, ex- cept 10000 females and 10000 males.
 The Senate bill appropriating 1,500, ,000 for a new Department of Agriculture building was passed.
 Among other bills were a number to restore to their former rank in the army or navy and then retire officers who re- signed years ago. One bill advanced Brigadier General H. c. Merriam, retired, to the grade of Major General on the re- tired list
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
WINE FOR SOLDIERS.
3Fench Parliament Votes to Provide .t Troops With Drink.

R8ts, Feb. 2-The Chamber of Deputies tpdsy continued the discussion of the sEmy budget. The discussion was chiefly notable for the success gained over the Minister of War, General Andre, and the Budget Committee over an amendment providing for an increase in the credits o< $2Ao.oOo for the purpose of supplying the troops with wine. This amendment in aptte of the opposition of General Andre and the committee. was adopted by 322 70 xls. The main argument of the proposed amendment was that the campaign in China proved that soldiers supplied with wine showed more endurance than those who only drank water.
 Another amendment to increase the credits by $1,O00,Oo0 in order to improve tne soldiers rations was also adopted by SH to 160. After the passing of sev- eral provisions of the army budget fur ther discussion was postponed and the house adjourned.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Famous Indian Fighter Dead.

New York. Feb. 2.-Christopher Gelson, who for many years was in the service of the government as a guide and Indian interpreter Is dead at his home in Brook lyn He was with Governor Thomas Ffrancis Meagher of Montana and Gen erals Crook and Sheridan in their cam paigns and was, the man sent to make terms with the famous chief, Sitting Pull
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Will Fight for Yenezuela.

Joplin. Mo. Feb. 2.-The Venezuelan Company which organized several days ago to enlist men for colonization in Venezuela has. is was said today, booked more than 1000 men. all with military training and some of whom are said to have held commissions in the United States army and navy. Applications for membership are pouring in from all parts of the United States and Canada. The company expects to secure large land grants from the Venezuelan Government
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Richards Assumes Duties.

Washington. Feb. 2.-Commissioner Richards of the general land office, to- day assumed active charge of his duties. His first official action was to abolish the system of sending out cards of acknowl- edRment of all communications to the of flee. a work that has required the entire attention of four clerks
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Manchesters in New Orleans.

New Orleans, Feb. 2.--The Duke and Duchess of Manchester arrived tonight. Mrs. Yznaga. the Dukes grandmother. did not accompany them from the planta- ton owing to illness. The ducal couple are the guests of Mrs. John P. Richard son and will be carnival guests along with Miss Alice Roosevelt Admiral Schley and other notables.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03

$oOo. the property of the United States Government. Waters left for Washing ton tonight in custody of Vice-Consul German and detective Walters or Wilson. was disbursing officer of the Bureau of Coast Service and Transpor- tation at Manila. When he disappeared From Manila examination of his account were made and 1t is said they showed a shortage of $S,OO0.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
King Edward Is Better.

London. Feb. 2.-The Kings ndisposi- ton Is not mentioned in the court circular issued this evening. Inquiry at Windsor Castle late tonight elicited the fact that His Majesty retired earlier than usual but that his, condition ad greatly improv- ed anad he needed only rest to effect a complete recovery
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Godfrey Hunter, Jr.. Acquitted.

Louisville. Feb. 2.According to a ca blegram received here today from Guate- mala City by William Hunter from his father, Dr. Godfrey Hunter, formerly United States Minister to Guatemala, Godfrey Hunter, Jr., was acquitted today of the murder of William Fitzgerald of Grand Rapids. Mich.. in Guatemala City several months ago.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Henry White Entertains Miles.

London. Feb. 2.-Henrv. White. Secre- tary of the United States embassy, gave a dinner tonight in honor of General Miles in order that the General might meet Earl Roberts and other English generals. Consul General Henry Clay Evans was among the guests present.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
GRATEFUL PEOPLE.
Dr. B. M. WOoIley the Recipient
 of Many Letters.

The most grateful people in the world are those who have been permanently cured of the opium and whiskey habits. pr. B. M Wooley, of Atlanta, Ga, has Issued pamphlet containing testimo- nials and information about the treat
 ment of these habits and you can see from it gratitude beaming from every page. If you or any of your friends are Interested it will be well for you to write v hAAh -%frt.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
NEW FIND OF GOLD.
Pay Gravel Found on Fl Dorado
 Creek in the Klondyke.

Dawson. Yukon. Feb. "A shaft sunk on the Ell Dorado creek today struck second bed rock sixty-flve feet below the first bed rock with six feet of pay gravel running as high as sz5 to the bucket. The strike was not far from the artesian well which is now under con- trol. The new strike defeats all mining theories and opens up remarkable possi- pilities. Miners are digging shafts. If a lower bed rock exists, another Klondike district, under the first one. will be found It is said there are three or four strata each bearing its burden of gold.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Will Increase output.

John A. Rutherford of New York Vice President of the Lehigh Coal Company, which has mines at Lehigh, in Blount County. is here. and announces that the company will open two more mines at Lehign and increase the daily output to a total of 1000 tons. The Louisville and Nashville Railroad will construct a mile extension to reach the two new mines. The Lehigh Company will expend quite sum in the Improvements.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
All the Prisoners Escapsd.

Quincy. Fla, Feb. 2.-Every prisoner confined here in jail escaped tonight. Among the number was one who was in- carcerated at noon on the charge of mur- der and another who is said to be noted postoffice crook. The latter is credited with having formed the plan by which the jail was emptied.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
A Revolutionary Circular.

Caracas. Feb. "A revolutionary circu- lar was distributed today dated Caracas, December 27 It runs: General Matos's committee has received a notification from Europe that the Venezuelan block ade will not be raised, if 1t ever is raised, for several weeks longer The revolution fists should poin the army before Febru- ary to march to Caracas"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Sentiment Favors Strike.

Topeka. Kas., Feb. 2.-The conductors and trainmen on the Western lines are voting on a proposition for a general strike, to compel the roads to concede the demand for readiustment of the wage schedules. As far as can be learned the sentiment appears to be favorable to strike
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Antiquated Laws Condemned.

Liverpool. Feb. 2.-The Ship Owners Association today adopted a report strongly condemning the antiquated laws which are said to be gradually forcing the carrying trade of the world into the hands of foreigners.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Internal Revenue Receints

The internal revenue receipts in Ala pama for January were $2O, ,8S3, ,49 as against s26144.91 for the same month last year. The decrease is due to the fact that the war revenue tax was in force in Jan uary. 1902. In all cases where the receipts are not affected by the change in the tax rate, increases are shown.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Confirmed bv the Senate

Washington. Feb. 2.-Confirmations by the Senate: George E. Roberts of Iowa, to be Director of the Mint; J. w. Rags dale, California. now consul at Tien-Tsin. to be Consul General at that place.
 Postmasters: Kentucky-J. s. Miller Greenville.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Blockade Notices Tssued

Chicago Feb. 2.-Because of inability to handle all traffic offered to them Western roads have issued blockade notices affecting several of the necessities of life among them flour, which will not be accepted for delivery to Eastern roads until further notice
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Condemned Hayes,s Utterance.

Richmond, Va, Feb. 2.--At meeting of negroes. held here tonight. resolutions strongly condemnatory of the utterances of James Hay, colored, in Washington. were adopted and a committee was appointed to secure hall for a mass meeting of negroes to express simi lar views
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Plans for New Gunboats.

Washington. Feb. 2.--The naval board of construction today accepted the model of the two gunboats Paducah and Du- buque authorized at the last session of Congress. The boats are to be 1,0S0 tons displacement, of about ten knots speed and will carry six finch guns of the new type.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
More Pensions Pronosed.

Washington. Feb. 2.-Representative Hemingway of Indiana today introduced bill to pension all soldiers and sailors l who served at least ninety days in the civil war at the rate of SIP per month
 and all widows of such soldiers and sailors
 who were married prior to June 27, 1890.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
New Railroad Incorpors ted

Guthrie. Okla, Feb 2-A territorial charter was granted today to the Blackwell and Northeastern Railroad Company to take the place of the Blackwell, Enid and Southwestern the property of which yesterday passed into the hands of the Frisco System The new company has capital stock of S5oooo.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Moved to Advance Hearings.

Washington. Feb. 2-In the United States Supreme Court today Solicitor General Richards moved the advance ment of the hearing of the Spanish fish ing prize cases which were filed in the court last Saturday
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Cattle Disease Stamped Out,

Boston. Feb. 2.-It Is believed the em- bargo against New England cattle on account of the mouth and foot disease will soon be lifted as the disease has been stamped out.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Ex-Army Officer Arrested.

Montreal. Feb. "A former United States army officer who gave his name as ". s. Waters. but who was believed to be William l.. Wilson was arrested here today charged with the embezzlement of
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Report on Cuban Treaty.

Havana, Feb 2.-Menbers of the Senat, Committee on Foreign Relations have assured President Palma that the committee will re- port on the reciprocity next Wednesday,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Epworth League Convention.

Detroit. Mich. Feb. 2.-July Is to 19 in- elusive have been fixed as the dates for the next international convention of the Epworth League to be held here.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03

Ardmore. l. T., Feb. 2.-John White. a store keeper of Ardmore, was shot and killed while standing on his front porch. Federal officers have arrested Lawrence James. an Indian at Connersville
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Wish Dr. Murray to Remain.

Col. R HI. Pearson, senior warden of the Church of the Advent (EpiscopaD, has called meeting of the parish for Wednesday evening for the purpose of urging Dr. John c. Murray to remain here as rector of the church and not &C., cept the call recently extended to him from Baltimore. Dr.. Murray returned Friday evening from Baltimore where he went to investigate the call given him by one of the largest and most influential parishes in the Episcopal Churches in the United States. He has made no answer as yet to the call. The call of Colonel Pearson says in conclusion that mot only our own people, but the members of other congregations and citizens who feel an interest are cordially invited to be present" It is confidently believed that Dr. Murray will be prevailed upon to re- main in Birmingham, notwithstanding the magnificent call from Baltimore.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
The Municipal Campaign.

Birmingham's municipal campaign for mally opened today when the registration began for the city Dem ocratic primary to be held on March End. The announcement that Capt. Frank P. O'Brien had with drawn from the race for Mayor, leaving the contest for the nomination to Mayor w. M. Drennen and George B. Ward, the latter an Alderman, caused much sur prise. The various candidates for Mayor, Police Commissioners. Aldermen and Chief of Police began posting their en- trance fees today. There will be from two to five candidates for Aldermen in each of the nine wards of the city. The main contest on is for Chief of Police, three candidates being out, Chief Austin, and former Chief T. c. Mcdonald. The the present incumbent, Capt. w. E. Weir people of Birmingham will also vote in this primary for or against the abolish ment of the present Police Commission. If the majority of the people vote favor- ing the abolishment of the commission an effort will be made to have bill pass ed in the Legislature repeating the pres ent bill.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Retired Minstrel Dies.

New York, Feb. 2.-Addison Weaver. a retired minstrel. aged 70 years, died at the Actors Fund Home.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Masons Hold Reunion.

The second reunion of Birmingham Lodge of Perfection, No. 2: Birmingham Chapter Rose Croix. No. 1, and Birmine- ham Council of Kadosh. No l, Alabama Consistory, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite Masons. will begin in Birmingham tomorrow and will be marked by a very unusual event in Masonic affairs-a spe- cial session of the Supreme Council, thir- fy-third degree to be held. This will be me first meeting of the kind ever held 1n the South and Dr. J. H. Phillips, Su- perintendent of the Birmingham public schools. and Rabbi Morris Newfield will bs crowned honorary inspectors general of the thirty-third degree. The latter ses- sion will be held Thursday afternoon by e. F. Moore. Sovereign Grand Inspector General for Aalabama and Porto Rico. Many distinguished thirty-third degree nGasons will be present Thursday morn- Ing the thirty-second degree, Prince of 1he Royal Scarlet. will be conferred bv &he regular officers of the consistory. Thursday evening a monster banouet will be given at the Metropolitan Hotel. Hhe reunion Is attracting much attention onong the Masons.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
Tax Collector's Report.

City License and Tax Collector A. A. Gambill reports collections for the month of January at s7Ss40.25, of which $l.222 was for street taxes. The report shows that nearly .$iO.0O0 more were collected last month than during January of 1902
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
George P. Cronk in Birmineham.

George F. Cronk of Omaha. Neb., Brand Exalted Ruler of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. arrived in the city this afternoon and was met at the depot by big reception committee of the local Elks. He was escorted to the Hillman Hotel in a carriage After lunch at the hotel he was driven over the city. There was an informal meeting with the Elks at the beautiful home of fhe Birmingham lodge after the trip around the city. Tonight general re- ception was given at the Elks's home at which there were a number of speeches made and the first visit of Grand Exalt- cd Ruler Cronk to the South was made pleasant in this city. The high official leaves tomorrow for Louisville
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-03
The News of Birmingham

Birmingham. Feb. 2.-tspecial. )-Fully - ladies who are interested in the HILL anan Hospital now nearing completion. Aegan the work of canvassing this morn ng. The idea is to collect $25.O0O and $l c asked of every head of a family in the ommediate Birmingham District. The eauvass will extend over Thursday by vhtch time it is believed that the amount Aesired will have been procured. The ladies divided the territory of the city and this morning they were seen out working like trojans. The undertaking being laudable one. very few men re- fused to donate the dollar asked for.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1903-04-28
ItiIIct1 W n Dead MN.

In the second Afghan war an English
officer, q well known swordsman, rode
out to tackle IN Afghan chief who
after the fashion of his countrymen
had challenged all and sundry to q
fight. Both were mounted. They rode
round each other, watching an opportu'
nifty, and the Englishman found his
Just little too soon. He rode at the
Afghan and ran him through the heart
Just as he was swinging his heavy
sword above his head. The Afghan
died, but the sword came down and
split the officers skull. The man was
of course. dead, but the weight Of the
sword brought down by his falling
body was enough to get the blow home.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1903-04-28
sTRUCKT RICH.
J. W. KeIly's Gold Output i.
$4,000 a Day.
Made the Richest S rIke of Any for
Man. years.

]. W. Kelly a we'll know Pitts
burger, has made the richest strike
of many years In the Cape Nome
gold fields, and made 10 way that
Is likely to revolutionize the
methods of PROJECTORS, says the
Pittsburg Dispatch Mr.. Kelly
went into the gold fields, with the
same drill that be used In the Penn
sylvania and Texas oil fields, and
by the use OF this inexpensive
machine located very rich gold
bearing gravel. rhe gravel brought
up by the drill showed a value Of
| S. to s. to the pan, fer beyond the
best ever found In California, and
the product of shaft sunk last
to the winter runs as high as $40
pan oI$4oo to the yard.
Mr.. Kelly Is now In Plttsburg
buying machinery to ship to to his
claims, which are located within
ten miles of Nome City. The size
ard value of the veins Of ore dis
covered may be guessed from the
fact that IS car loads, chiefly of
pumping machinery will be
loaded at Seattle In June
consigned to Mr. Kelly's claims.
The output of the mine Is. estimated
by M. S. Leach, an old mining man
of Boulder, Col, at $4,000 a day.
Severl oil men of Plttsburg are In
terested with Mr.. Kelly In his rich
field, chiefly among them being Mr..
Theodore N. Barnsdall The COM
pauy Is a small one, with plenty of
money to operate the mine, and
there Is no stock on the market.