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Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
A NEW CRISIS CREATED.
FavoEs Action in Harmony with Old
BRrbaric Methods

Favors Action in Harmony with Old
BRrbarIc Methods
Washington, Feb. 3.-England, Ger
many aid Italy have created new
crisis in the Venezuelan question that
may compel this government again to
take hand in it and inquire what
purpose the allies have in assuming
that nations will employ war-lilze
methods to collect debts shall be pre-
ferred creditors over other nations
which have arranged for the payment
of their claims through the ordinary
methods of arbitration as recognized
by International law.
The allies are not the only creditors
of Venezuela. France and the United
States have very important claims
which have been adjusted by the Ven
ezuelan claims commission, and ar
engagements made for their payment.
The assumption of the allies that their
claims shall first be paid from the
revenues of Venezuela before other
acknowledged debts can be collected is
regarded as entirely untenable in in
ternational law, and more in harmony
with old barbaric methods than with
modern civilization.
The position taken. by the allies
threatens the interests Of the United
States and France and in the opinion
of some of the most responsible Off
Gals in Washington this Venezuelan
question has again been brought face
to face with this government in way
to make it necessary for some diplo-
matte representa- tian if the allies much
longer persist in their refusal to ac-
cept the offer made by Venezuela
through Minister Bowen,
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
snowsIide Kills Miners.

Park City, Utah. Jan. 3O.-A snow
slide has occurred here that killed three
miners outright and injured several
Others 1t swept down from the high
mountain that oVerhung the Quincy
shaft house, carrying the structure
down the valley below, and its course
wrought untold other damage.
AS soon as the alarm spread work in
the locality was suspended and the
work of rescuing the unfortunates was
pushed energetically. It is not thought
that there are any more persons cover
ed by the slide. 1t is feared, however,
that more slides will take place soon
and excitement in the city is great.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
Add tn Par Rnll azo.nnn.

Chicago. Feb 3.-The Pullman Car
Company has posted a notice an
nouncing that on April l, ten hours
wages will be paid for nine hours
work to every man employed in the
works Nearly 5000 men are affected.
and more than $40. GOO will be added to
the company's pay roll each month.
One thousand extra men will be ems
ployed to do the work performed in the
tenth hour by the old force. Under
the old schedule of working hours, the
men worked sixty hours week.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
A ConstitutIonaI Convention.

Topeka, Jan. 31.-The house Judi
ciary committee made report on
Bale Waggener's resolution calling a
constitutional convention, recommend
ing that it be passed. In support of
state that the general need of new
constitution is responsible. The reso-
luton has the support of many repub-
lican members and its chances of pass
ing the house are good. Opposition to
the convention will come from the
temperance Deople
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
would Cooperate Anywhere.

London, Feb. 3.-Lord Gran borne IN
der secretary for foreign affairs at
Sheffield said the governments policy
in Venezuela was dictated by deter
mination to defend the interests of her
subjects and that there was no in
fringement of the Monroe doctrine.
This was also the. case, he continued,
of the United States, which would be a
long time before making itself respon-
sible for disorderly state in venez-
uela. Lord Cranborne concluded by
declaring that there was mo German
British alliance, but Great Britain is
ready to cooperate with the powers.
not in only South America, but i'll
Europe, Asia and South Africa
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
BaiIex,s Pet Bill.

Washington, Jan. 2S.-The senate
committee on commerce authorized an
adverse report on the bill creating a
port of entry at Port Arthur, but took
no action on the bill locating the port
at Sabine Pass, Port Arthur's chief
rival. The Port Arthur bill is cham
pioned by Senator Bailey who has for
days when in the senate refused to
allow any bills to go through by
unanimous consent because of the
failure of the committee to act upon
this measure
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
aouen Exnects sncoeas.

Washington, Feb. 2.-The European
allies have not yet answered Minister
Bowen's proposition that there shall
be no preference of claims OF Great
Britain, Germany and Italy against
Venezuela over those of ether nations
against the South American country.
Minister Bowen still expects favora-
bic reply to his contention and be-
lieves that the questions at Issue will
be settled at Washington between him
self, acting for Venezuela, and the
representatives Of the powers.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
Emploxes 1nerallx Appolnted.

Topeka, Jan. 3O.--At the time House
employees were being selected it was
found there were 8 men and women for
whom no special work could be found.
They were assigned as engrossing
clerks and ordered to report to the
Secretary of State. Burrow refused to
have anything TO do with them and
the law Burrow and not the Legislature
has the authority to appoint engross-
ing clerks. Just what the house will
do is not known. Burrow has named
a bunch of his own
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
-Four Courts of Arbitration.

Berlin, Feb. 3-The American cham
Der OF commerce formed here has
among its objects the establishment of
courts of arbitration for adjusting
disagreements between German and
American firms and the supplying 10
boards of trade and individuals in
both countries of accurate information
on business and tariff regulations. 1t
is intended to have the best relations
with the German chamber of commerce
and the government, and to unite
financial leaders.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
Presidential snnr.ca

Topeka, Jan. 29.-In the senate the
bill to give women the right 10 vote
for president, there is strong senti-
ment for. Such measure does not
require 4 constitutional amendment
In the house, though the bill has
prestige. there is a strong though I'M
organized sentiment against it. There
are three elements in the contest; the
men who are for the bill seriously; the
men who will vote for it as a good
joke, and the men who are against it.
1t is not at all unlikely that the good
joke element will hold the balance of
power
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07

Sheats, state superintendent of public
instruction, invited Booker T. Wash
ington recently to speak before the
joint convention of county superin-
tendents of public instruction and the
general educational board to meet
here February 4. Sheats is severely
censured here and William Holloway,
county superintendent of public in
struction, has announced that Wash
ington will not be permitted to speak
in the auditorium on the occasion.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
To explore The Blue Nile

London, Feb. Wv. n. Macmillan
of st. Louis, Mo-, leaves London for
Ads Aebda, capitol of Abyssinia,
whence, with Colonel John L. Har-
rington, British agent at the court of
King Menelil1,- and Isidor Morse of
Boston, he will lead an expedition to
explore the whole course of the Blue
Nile. The object is to ascertain the
navigability of the Blue Nile as trade
route from central Abyssinia to the
Mediterranean. The Anglo Egyptian
authorities are aiding Mr. Macmillan.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
Frnncls to DE ChIef Guest.

London. Feb. 3.-Ex-Governor David
Z. Francis, of Missouri. who is on an
European mission as the president of
the st. Louis exposition, will be the
chief guest at the American Society's
banquet in commemoration OF Wash
ington's birthday.
The heads of Great Britain's lead
ing manufacturing firms have been
invited to meet Mr.. Francis. and it is
expected that every phase of the
British commerce will be represented
on this occasion.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
Low RATES TO OKLAHOMA CITY
All Rznroads Make . Rate of One Fare
to the CattIernen's Convention.


to the CAttIemen's Convention.
OKLAHOMA CITY: Announcement is
made that all the railroads within a
radius of 800 miles from Oklahoma City
have joined in a uniform rate of one
fare for the round trip to those wish
ing to attend the annual convention of
the Oklahoma Live Stock association,
to be held at Oklahoma City February
10, II and II. This rate covers all
points in Kansas, Oklahoma. Indian
Territory, Texas and Arkansas, and
extends to ST Joe, Kansas City. Su-
perior. Neb., and st. Louis.
Great preparations are in progress
for this convention and thousands of
guests are expected. The churches
have even taken hold of the meter and
will look after the material comfort of
visitors The business men and local
committees have raised the sum of S1O,-
600 for the entertainment of visitors
and they propose to treat them royalty;
programs are being prepared embracing
many novel features among which viii
be artillery and cavalry drills. Rich
prizes will be given for cattle roping
and broncho busting, and these will
prabably be among the most enjoyable
features Several excellent features
are billed for the theatres and last, but
not least, will be grand ball to wind
up with.
Sales OF cattle will be held each day
of the convention with offerings from
the best herds of thoroughbred cattle
from the older states
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
Taking No CHANCES.

Washington, Feb 2.-fhere was a
full meeting of the cabinet. The ques-
ton of most serious importance dis
eussed related to Venezuela The
action taken in congress for the
strengthening of the coast defense
the naval and military establishments
generally was cordially approved. It
is made clear that the United States
is not expecting, and is not looking for
trouble. but the administration is de-
termined not TO be unprepared.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
The Value of a "smile. -

Delegate Mark Smith Of Arizona
came into the house restaurant in
Washington and joined some congress
men who were discussing an address
recently delivered to an association OF
dry goods and other clerks on The
Commercial Value of a Smile" Mr..
Smith was asked what he thought of
the matter and he answered: Il have
just settled, and my experience leads
me to the conclusion that two smiles
cost a quarter"
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
NIAGARA ELECTRIC PLANT.
The Niagara Falls Power Works
Struck By lightning.
MANY FACTORIES SHUT DOWN.

Niagara Pals, Feb. Temporary
repairs at the Niagara Falls Power and
Conduit company's plant are completed
and the electrical famine along the
Niagara frontier, due to the FIRE, which
was started by fash of lightning, is
practically at an end. Power was sent
out from the plant for time but it
was not permanent, owing TO a
short circuit. which occurred in the
power house shortly thereafter and
which burned Eve men, one of whom
may die. The short circuit and the
injury IF the three men came as Il
climax to disconce ring incidents which
had marked the day. Never before
since the establishment of Niagara
Falls power has there been delav of
such magnitude. It was felt directly
by thousands of people in Buffalo,
Niagara Falls. Lockport and the
Tonawandas and intermediate points.
Hundreds of factories were shut down
for the day and the street car service
was demoralized. Thousands of work
men, employed in the factories along
the river were temporarily thrown out
of employment. The officials of the
power company state, however, that
the seriousness of the situation was not
so great as was at first thought posi-
bic. As a matter of fact, the electrical
famine lasted nineteen hours The
worst of it is over. Charles r. Hunt
ley, vice-president of the company, said
that in few hours the necessary adj
ditional power would be obtainable.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
4 Mine of Hard Pine.

Boston, Jan. 31.-Worlzmcn exca-
waiting under State street for the new
subway have discovered about 1000
cords of hard pine timber, well pre-
served. 1t mikes good fuel. AS fast
as the wood is taken out, it will be
given to the poor. The timbers are
what is left of an old corduroy road
that once ran from the water front, at
that time in the rear of the custom
house. 1t is about twelve feet below
the pavement of State street, and the
timber was well preserved.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
Conteatants to Pat mo Rnnd.

Topeka, Jan. 31.-The house COM
mittce on elections has adopted rule
requiring all contestants for seats in
the house to put up bond sor costs, and
unless the bond in each case is fur
contest will be thrown out. In the
past, the state has been footing all
costs in legislative contest cases. II
paid attorneys fees, witnesses fees,
mileage and per diem on both sides AS
a result, anyone with the least SEM
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
Ice BANKED So FEET high.

Pittsburg, Pa. Feb. 2.-Hemmed in
by an ice gorge packed solidly for FIVE
miles the water of the YoughiogheDy
river has backed up into the small
streams of the valley and caused the
suspension of mines and other indus
trials along the river and the obstrue-
ton of the Pittsburg, McKeesport &
Connellsville tracks
From McKeesport to West Newton.
the ice is backed into a barrier which
reaches height of fifty feet in some
places.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
Youths in the aenate.

Senator Foraker was discussing a
nice point in the militia bill with all
the courtesy of a Chesterfield. Why.
we are. all subject to militia duty" he
exclaimed, as he looked around at the
many gray-haired senators. AT least,
all of u.s." he added, sagely, who are
under as, as most of us surely are :"
The aged senatorial visages lighted
with a smile of appreciation.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
Use of Anthracite Coal

Three hundred and sixty-fve tons
represented the entire amount of an
thracite coal marketed in this country
in 1920. In 1899 the country produced
over 100000 long tons of Pennsyl-
vania anthracite. Before the year 1920
hard coal was practically unknown,
except a few CRATES in the houses OF
people of means.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
Hanna Not Afraid of Spells.

Somebody asked Senator Hanna if
he was not afraid because of the letter
he had from an Ohio pensioner which
said the writer had cast a spell OF
rheumatism on the Senator because
he had not secured an increase in pen
sion for the Ohioan. "Pshaw!" said
Hanna. IF 1 gould get rid of my
rheumatism by getting pensions /
would camp out at the pension ONCE"
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
The Shah and His Wives.

1t is reported that the Shah of Per
STA has decided to dispense with the
services of $40 of his wives and get
along in future with only sixty. This
will give him a chance to at least have
a bowling acquaintance with most OF
the wives that he has left, worthy
ambition upon the part of the shah,
as all faiF-mipded men must confess
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
Irish Blood in WATERBURY,.

Out of a population of $4,000 in
Waterbury. Conn. from $4,000 to So
900 are Irish or of Irish descent They
predominant in municipal affairs and
their societies are the strongest in the
city. 1t is one of the few cities In
the country where Gaelic is taught In
night schools.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
Mitchell as Arbitrator.

Springfield. ILL.,, Jan. 29.-John
Mitchell, president of the United Mine
Workers of America, will be offered
a place on the Illinois state board of
arbitration. Governor Yates has
writted a letter to Mr.. Mitchell making
the offer
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
Usual Fate of Russian Liberals.

Usual Fate of Russian Liberals.
The well-known Russian historian,
Miljukov, whose liberal views have
for long time past been source of
ofense to the authorities, has been
sentenced to six months imprison-
ment for his alleged connection with
last winters university troubles.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
One of Mark Twain's "tnnoes,ts~

S " "ta'N wan tuHOCOnCS-
RloodgoOd Cutter, the Long Island
"farmer-pOet." and one OF the limo
cents who accompanied Mark Twain
and his brood abroad on the ship
Quaker City. has just sold his old
house in which he was born in 1877
at Little Neck, L. L
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
.ex Rain from Parls TO Pekin.

sSy haIl from Paris to Pekln.
A through train service from Paris
to Pekin was arranged some days ago
by the directors of the Nord, Quest
and Orleans railway companies OF
France and representatives of Belgian,
Dutch. German and Austrian railways
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07


THE Row GOES oN.-In one of the
Franklin county school districts there
is a great row over the fact that the
1s-year-old boy teacher severely
whipped l5-year-old girl pupil. The
father of the girl got out a warrant
for the young mans arrest, the people
took sides, the young man resigned as
teacher and the row goes on.
BRIsTow TALKED. Assistant
Postmaster General J. L. Bristow de-
livered an address before the annual
convention of postmasters of Kansas
held at Topeka.
NevER SAW CORD WoOD-A nine
teen year old boy born and raised in
Western Kansas while in Topeka saw
for the first time in his life a wagon
load OF cord wood
CAN'T REPRESENT BELoIT.-Thc
count of the vote which is being taken
by the Beloit Call on the saloon ques-
ton has reached $40 in favor of saloons;
1873 against them.
1EACArhS DEBATE ne CeacnerS OF
Franklin and Douglas counties will de-
bate the labor question at Lawrence in
March.
On CASH Observation-Disclosures county
has paid all outstanding warrants 1t
would pay all of its bonds if it could
do SO without paying large premium.
However the county makes something
on money held for bonds by loaning it
to banks at larger interest than the
bonds carry.
ONE WISE FARNER.-Governor Bailey
offered 500 job to an old friend the
other day-w. W Wise, of Leaven-
worth county. Mr.. Wise told the gov
ernor that he aid not want it; said he
intended to remain on his farm.
WENr WITH SYL DIxoN.-Harry
Gordon, lieutenant governor of Ohio.
visited Topeka and called on Governor
Bailey. Gordon is formerly of Kan
sas man. Ha used to live in Wichita.
When Syi Dixon took his famous corn
train east few years ago Gordon was
the orator who accompanied it.
PAPERS FoR FUEi--At the meeting
of Kansas postmasters in Topeka sew
eral postmasters said that they receive
such quantities of papers sent to fake
subscribers that their offices are sup
piled half the time with fuel.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07

Postcards Popular In England
Postcards increased more rapidly In
England during the past year than
any other form OF postal communities
ton. The number sent was nearly
AS million. which is over per cent
increase on the year before.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
Subsidies of Various Powers.

France gives the largest subsidy to
shipping Of any power. The total
amount, including postal subsidies, il
IS, SOC, 900 a year. Japan comes next
with about 100000 and then Ger
many and Russia.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07

You never hear any one complain
about Defiance Starch" There is
none to equal it in quality and guam
tity. 10 ounces. 10 cents. Try it now
and save your money.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07

Representative Bristow IN W introduced
bill increasing the salary of the president of
the United States to 81 1000 year
Forty-five private claims bills We're acted
upon favOrably. Many Of the claims dated
back to the civil war.
The opinion among congressman regarding
what is known as the Deitrick land leasing bill
is that there are too many conflicting interests
ton of it's passage. They believe that there
should be commission appointed by the presi
dent to Investigate the leasing aud fencing of
public lands
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07

Any one can dye with PUTNAM
FADELESS DYE; no experience re-
quired.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07

The fellow with an axe to grind
doesn't always cut much ice.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07

Defiance Starch is guaranteed big
gest and best or money refunded. 10
ounces, 10 cents. Try it now.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
The military academy bill passed the house

wi hout a word of debate.
a resolution was adopted calling on the post
mas er general for the correspondence in the
IncianOla, Mississippi postoffice case.
Representative Patterson, of Tennessee, in
PRODUCED an antitrust bill. 1t seeks to ac-
complish the regulation of trusts through the
agency of the Bureau of Corporations in the
proposed Department OF Commerce.
Mann, of Illinois. has introduced bill for
the construction of a waterway from the Calu-
met river to the sanitary canal in Illinois, the
cost to the United States not TO exceed $j,UO0,-
0UO.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
31FH DAY.

The Eenate committee on finance has au-
thOrized favorable report on the bill to in
crease the subsidiary coinage.
Senator oraker has introduced an amend
ment to the Indian appropriation bill providing
for the admission of fifty Poto Rican children
at the industrial Indian school at Carlisle, Pa.
Just before the senate adjourned Senator
Foraker took occasion to say that the propo-
sition of Senator Quay to tack the statehood
bill on an appropriation bill was not extraor-
binary. Legislation had been placed on ap-
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07

Excessive poiiteness sometimes in
spires suspicion.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07

man usually blows in a lot of
money on blowout.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
GOOD HOUsEKEEPERs

Use the best. That's why they buy Red
Cross Ball Blue. At leading grocers, centz
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07

Egotism is often mistaken for
genius.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07

Mrs. WinsIOw'a Soothing Syrup
For children teethng. softens the gums reduces IN
dammstiOn. aiLsys pain. cures wind colo. bOttI
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07

stops the Cough AMI
Works ON the Cold
e BroD- o Quinine Tablets Price 25c
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07

Too many grandmothers spoil til
child.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
Both DAY.

The senate committee ON foreign relations
again discus Sed the Panama canal treaty. but
did not reach conclusion. The9 discussion
was based entirely upon the amendments to
the treaty which were offered by Senator Nor
gan, but action was not taken upon any of
them.
A house bill was passed appropriating $3.50
for the improvement and care of confederate
mound" in lakewood cemetery, Chicago.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07
37TH DAY.

Senator Quay reported from his committee
favorably upon the statehood bill amend
ment to an appropriation bill.
The senate committee foreign relations
has authorized favorable reports upon the
Alaskan boundary treaty and the protocol for
the extension of time for the ratification of the
Cuban reciprocity treaty.
Free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1888-1908, 1903-02-07

The house agreed to the senate amendments
to the bankruptcy bill. The house made $ oVr
progress with the Indian appropriation bill !;
Burton of Ohio insisted ON an explanation of
every item, securing the cutting down of sew
eral items. He attacked Indian education il
aTal