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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14

Whitewater, Va, Aug. 14.-Prof
Langley's big &c. airship will be
launched within the next few days, pro-
yided the weather is favorable. Prep
arations for the important event are
being rushed today, although there is too
much wind and rain to make it probable
that the trial will be had before tomor-
row. The workmen on the ark have
removed all the apparatus which was
provided for use in the launching Of the
small models. This has been taken to
the old houseboat on Chappawamsic
Island which was used by Langley some
years ago. This is believed to indi-
cate that the scientists in charge
were satisfied with the result Of the
preliminary test of the model last
week and do not feel that it is necessary
to make another experiment. They prob
ably learned all they wanted to know
from the fight of the model and, if alter
atoms were suggested, they have been
made. The workmen this morning
erected a four-foot platform ON top OF the
houseboat Buzzard. This is for the pur-
pose of raising the surface Of the super
structure surrounding the launching car
so that the wings of the airshiP may be
properly adjnsted and balanced after the
machine has been hoisted into position
from below. All indications are that
the great question as to whether the
latest invention of Professor Langley will
hy-or swim-will be settled within the
next week.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14
FOREIGN NEWS.

General Grossjean died at Dion,
France, today.
A hurricane swept over Macon,
France, today. Many houses were I'M
rooted and crops were destroyed. so
far no fatalities have been reported.
Lord Salisbury, the former British
premier, who was reported last night
as being seriously indisposed, was
slightly stronger this morning.
The young Turkish refugees in Lon
don and in Paris are being watched by
spies employed by the Turkish govern
ment, to prevent them sending assist
ance to Macedonia.
Just after she had been married to
Chas c. Calhoun, in Charleston, 5. c.,
and before she had left the altar, Miss
Sarah Malone fell dead in her husband {
arms. Extreme nervousness affected her
heart.
Emperor William presided at the crown
council which was held in Berlin today Il
consider measures for the relief Of the pOpu'
lation of Silesia, who are in great distress as
the result Of the floods which devastated that
Mace. The council was also held so that the
emperor could receive the reports of his min
listers who are alleged TO have referred the
people of Slesia u private charity, when
they applied TO the government for aid. Con-
trary to general expectations, none OF the
ministers resigned.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14

A coLoRED sailor recently having
been promoted to the rank Of chief car
penter's mate on the receiving ship
Columbia the other pretty officers of
similar rank refuse to mess with him.
As long as this in no way interferes with
the comfort of the black man or puts
him at disadvantage in the matter Of
provender he need not complain. But,
suggests an exchange, it will be noted
that the example set by President ROose-
welt Commander-inrChief of the army
and navy, does not appear to have work
ed its way down from the top to the
bottom of the service. a colored sailor
under the rulesof the navy, as long as he
behaves himself, is entitled to the same
amount of consideration on board of a
government vessel as white man en-
ployed under like conditions, and doubt
less there will be some way found to
smooth over the trouble on the Columbia,
but the actremains that as long as the
two races are not Overtaken by color
blindness there will be difficulty in estab-
fishing anything but theoretic equality,
the rules of the navy to the contrary not
withstanding.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14
NEWS OF THE DAY.

The grand jury at Danville, Ill, has
indicted Is men and one woman for par
ticipating in the recent lynching in that
place.
Lord Salisbury is i'll, and while phy-
sicians state that he is in no Immediate
danger, they admit that his condition iS
critical.
The Irish land bill was finally agreed
to by Lords and Commons yesterday ana
now awaits only King Edwards sigma
ture to become law.
The injuries to the battleship Massa-
chusetts, which struck a rock OH bar
Harbor. Me-, were found to be more
serious than were at first believed.
1t is reported that General Horace
Porter. Ambassador to France, and not
William Ii. Taft, Governor OF the
Philippines, will succeed Elihu Root as
Secretary of War.
Admiral Cervera, who surrendered 10
the American feet off Santiago de CUBA,
has resigned the post Of chief OF stan
of the Spanish navy, to which he was
appointed in December, 1917.
Lord George Hamilton, Secretary OF
State for India, said in the British
House of Commons yesterday that Brit
ain must be ready at all times for posi-
bic Russian aggression in India.
DIR. w. G. Woodward, health officer
in Washington, has issued bulletin
stating that the increased mortality
among infants is due to the fact that the
babies are deprived too soon OF theiI
mothers milk.
Because white boy had told him thai
he was not clean, Percy Saunders, col
ored. aged thirteen years, dropped dead
in Washington at Z o'clock last night
1t is believed that the anger arising iron
the accusation affected the heart anC
caused syncope.
Postmaster General Payne has decided
to retire A. w. Louis, chief of the divis
ion of supplies, who, it is charged
bought unnecessary large quantities o
canceling ink. The various postotfice
throughout the country are said to b.
stocked with ink. 1t is not charged
that he was in any way benefited D.
the purchases.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14
TELEGRAPHIC NEWS.
Ready for the Fray.

San Francisco, Aug. 14.-Everythlng
is in full preparedness for the second
meeting tonight between Jetfries ana
Corbett. Mechanics Pavilion has been
crowded as it never has been crowded
before with seats. Weeks ago great
blocks of seats were sold to spectators
Now a seat costs five spot more tnan
the club cards call for. The fighters are
ready for business. The talk about
Jefries' alleged poor condition is en-
tirely dissipated. The champion, so
it is conceded, is in grand form.
He looks a bit heavy, but this is ex-
plained that he has taken on weight
for the purpose of acquiring speed
Jearries feels so good and strong, that,
as he says, himself, it would not
surprise him if he were to put Corbet'
away in the first round. Jefferles, sec
onds will be Billy Delaney, Jack JefifIes,
Joe Kennedy and Bob Fitzsimmons. dis
time-keeper is "Chalk" Roberts. Cor
bett passed the last night before the bat
tie in an easy manner. His supreme
confidence has not deserted him and his
nerve continues to hold up well. He
will arrive at the pavilion at or near 8
o'clock, the hour set for the battle. Hi:
seconds will be Sam Berger, Yank Ken.
ny, Tommy Dare, Tommy Ryan ano
Tom Corbett. His time-keeper will bt
Martin Brady. The clubs time-keepcl
will be George Harting. Referee Eddie
Clancy has talked the rules over with
both men. The principals, it is hoped,
will get together at about 900.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14
TEIEGRAPHIC BREVITIES

The body of Captain Harry E. Smith,
U. S. A. retired, was found at the
Southern Hotel in San Francisco yester-
day. 1t was supposed Smith committed
suicide.
Shortly before II o'clock today W. E.
Brown. the New Orleans cotton bull, appear
ed on the floor of the New York Cotton tx.
change, and bid 1890 for 25,OOO bales OF
August cotton, an advance of 20 points over
previous sale. lie did not get an offer. HIS
partner. Haynes bid 1880 for 1900 bales OF
September. but got none. This is the first
time these leaders appeared in the PIT togeth-
err as actual traders.
The steamer Waiompha, a vessel l0S feet
long. was burned TO the waters edge at
Higanum. Conn. last night. Captain Car
roll. with his son and the crew of four men,
escaped with difficulty. She was formerly
the private yacht Of Edward Stokes,
Cornelius Vanderbilt, ir., arrived at New
Yolk today on his yacht North star aiier
long tour in foreign waters The North star
made the run from southampton, England IN
III days.
Damage suits against labor unions and
members Of unions aggregating Soo,OOO were
filed in Chicago courts yesterday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14
Shot at Picnic.

Dover, DEL, Aug. IA tragedy in
which two men, one a Philadelphia,
were shot, and the rackless shooter was
nearly lynched, occurred late yesterday
afternoon at Bowers Beach, where Della
ware farmers had gathered for their usual
festivities and bath. Suddenly there was
a stir in the crowd swarming the lawn in
front of the Bowers Beach Hotel and q
young man was seen emerging from the
barroom, holding an attacking party at
bay with a revolver. Once outside the
weapon belched forth shots in rapid sue
cesssion and two bystanders shrieked and
fell. Instantly a crowd of men swooped
down upon the assailant, who proved to
be Harry Yiengling, railroad man Of
Dover. Sheriff Melvin beat through the
crowd in time to save Yiengling's life.
After arresting him he had to barricade
hotel room to safeguard Yiengling.
The men who were shot are not danger
ously wounded.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14
Marcum's Murderers Convicted.

Cynthiana, KY, Aug. lathe jury
in the case of Jett and White, charged
with the murder of j. B. Marcum,
brought in the following verdict this
morning: ave, the jury, find the de-
PENDANTS, Curtis Jet and Tom White,
guilty and fix their punishment at con-
inement in the penitentiary for life"
There were but few people in the court
room when the jury entered. Jett was
calm and seemed prepared to receive
heavy blow. White was nervous and
tears sprang into his eyes when Judge
Osborne had read the verdict, handed to
him by Foreman McCuley, he queried,
$50 say you aIl?" Each juror respond
ed, eyes, your honor" The only attor-
ney present when the verdict was read was
Attorney Stanley Webster, the counsel for
the State Judge Osborne sent out for the
attorneys for each side. When the news
of the verdict spread over the town, the
court room filed very rapidly. Among
those who entered was Captain b. j..
Even, who was the star witness for the
State. Jap King was the juror who Sc
cured the life sentence for the prisoners.
All the others were in favor of capital
punishment, butrather than bring about
a disagreement, they voted for the life
sentence. The court adjourned in order
to give the defense time to file a motion
for a new trial which will be done today.
1t is thought that Judge Osborne will
override the motion.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14
DanRerOus Fun.

Williamsport, Pa, August IA
Placing a blockade of heavy planks and
stones on the Northern Central tracks
near Cogan station, 16-year-oll Walter
Alexander hid at point of vantage to
see the wreck that would follow. A
freight train struck it, and the engine
and seven cars bumped over it, but,
fortunately, nobody was hurt. Alex
ander was arrested, and yesterday, before
Alderman Battle, he confessed, saying
that he could not tell just why he had
tried to wreck the train. In default Of
SO. 600 bail he was held for trial.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14
Fight With Moonshiners,

Mayking, ~, Aug. A battle was
fought at Pound Gap on the Kentucky
Virginia border, above here, Thursday
between United States Marshal w. b.
Abingdon, and three deputies, and
Heskin Howell and two other alleged
moonshners. Howell, it is charged, is
the proprietor of a "blind tiger" resort,
directly on the border, and Abingdon and
his men went to arrest them. He was
asked to surrender. but resisted and the
battle began. Howell, it is claimed, re-
ceived three dangerous wounds and three
winchester bullets pierced the crown Of
bis hat He will recover. 1t is thought
one of his companions was shot, as
trails of blood were noticed along the
mountain. The officers escaped unhurt.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14
Financial Conference.

Oyster Bay, N. Y, Aug. l4.-This
was another day of money talk at Saga
more Hill. The President gathered
around him quite number of financial
authorities, and, after he digests the
ideas they offered on the subject Of need
ed financial legislation, he will probably
pasi them up to the Senate financial
committeeman, for incorporation in the
bill they are now preparing for passage
next winter. Among the visitors were
Secretary Shaw, ex-Secretary of the
Treasury John G. Carlisle, Senator Gull
lom aud Comptroller Ridgely.
The President invited Mr.. Carlisle to
give his views on the monetary problems
and because he wishes the bill, if pos
sible to meet with the approval of the
democrats as we'll as the republicans of
the country. But financial knots we're
not the only ones wrestled with by the
President today. The Littaur glove
scandal was the moving theme discussed
by at least two of his visitors today
Secretary of the Interior Hitchcock and
Edward Lauterbach, of New York. The
latter is one Of Mr.. Littauer's attorneys.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14
Pot Filled with Coin.

Chester, Pa, Aug. 14.-Through the
curiosity of Mary Rawl, a 14-year-old
girl of Trainer, pot of British coin,
containing gold, silver and copper, has
been unearthed at Trainer, which was
the headquarters of Washington's
army. The girl saw piece of wire
sticking from the ground in front of her
home in what is known as the main
street of the village. She tugged at
the wire and the ground about
it parted. Noting something heavy on
the end of the wire she impaired the
news to boy, who dug to the bottom
of the wire, finding an iron pot at
depth of about two feet in the ground.
The pot was as large as ali ordinary tea
kettle and contained many coins. A
local connoisseur, after inspecting the
coins, pronounced some ofthem of great
value.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14

COMMON CARRIERS DUTIES. The
corporation commission in Richmond
yesterday handed down an opinion cover
ing the argument recently made by coun-
sci for the common carriers of the State
regarding the demurrage, shortage and
car service charges to operate in this
State. The opinion was prepared by
Judge Crump, chairman of the commits
sion. The authorities governing the
matter of transportation and duties of
corporations engaged therein is fully
reviewed.
The main points decided we're that
the rules related to the duties to be per-
formed by common carriers and not to
their rates or charges for transportation;
that it was within the jurisdiction OF the
commission acting under State authority
to regulate the public duties of common
carriers, although the rules made might
incidentally affect interstate commerce.
that such matters were within the police
power of the State, which might be ex-
ercised in the regulation of the business
of transportation companies, provided
the regulations did not obstruct, but
were in aid of interstate commerce and
did not conflict with any act OfCOngress.
The interstate commerce act of Congress
is reviewed, and it was held that the
rules we're not inconsistent with provis-
ions of the national law.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14
GOOD ADVICE.

The most miserable beings in the
world are those suffering from Dyspepsia
and Liver Complaint. More than
seyenty-fye per cent. of the people ir
the United States are afflicted with IT, ese
two diseases and their effects: g ,cb "a
Sour Stomach, Sick Headache, HabitnaI
Costiyeness, PalpitatiOn of the Heart
Heartburn, Water-brash, Gnawing and
Burning Parns at the P;' IF beSto1acb
Yellow Skin, Coate' Tanue and Dis,
ag'eeaoie iS5te ID the Mouth, Coming
up oi rooo ai'e. Eating, Low Spirits,
eIe' 90 20 yyour Druggist and get
oottIe Oh e-ugust Flower for % or 70
cents. Two doses will relieve you.
Try it
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14
,e,,eve Prayer will Raise the Dead .


Franklin, Pa, Aug. 1.-two fac
tons have been created in the Franklin
branch of the Christian and Missionary
Alliance over the attempt of a few to
introduce into the faith the doctrine
that the dead can still be raised by
prayer-a doctrine which the majority
say is incompatible with tenets OF the
organization. One of the principal
teachings of the Alliance is 'healing by
prayer" A few converts, headed by
Charles Rollo, a wealthy citizen of
Franklin, have carried this belief a step
further, and have advocated this modern
raising Of the dead. Among those who
accept this teaching is Mrs. John
H. Cain, widow of Colonel Cain, one
of the early settlers of Frank
lin. Her husband died last May. For
three days after Colonel Gains death
Mrs. Cain refused to admit the under
taker to her home, and it was only at
the solicitation of friends that the body
was prepared for burial Mrs. Cain kept
up constant prayer, and held that her
husband would come to life. She still
believes that her husband will return to
life, and recently has had his clothes
cleaned in anticipation of his return.
Mr. Rollo refuses to discuss his side of
the case, stating that during prayer the
Lord told him not to speak of the mat
ter, unless attacked.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14
FROM WASHINGTON.
Correspondence of the Alexandria Gazette.

1COrrespondence of the Alexandtla OaHeI'e'J
Washington, d. c., August A.
The State Department has received the
following dispatch from Consul General
Jewel at Fort de France "Cane, cocoa
and coffee crops total loss. Fruits and
vegetables positively destroyed: Every
town and village injured. Thousands
of houses down. Deaths few. Com
munications difficult. Breadstufs, pro-
visions. galvanized roofing will find ready
sale"
Capt. VIM. Emory Commanding the
Indiana reports to the Navy Depart
ment that there is no longer any doubt
but that the Massachusetts can be
temporarily repaired and can proceed
under her own steam to the New YORK
dock yard. -,
Importations of pig iron into the
United States in the past year we're larger
than in any preceding year. The statis-
les presented by the Department ofCom-
merce and Labor through its Bureau OF
Statistics, show that the importations OF
tin SO. 900, 900 pounds, valued at more
than %. 900, 900 dollars. In 1890 the
inportations were only $1,000, 600
pounds. valued at about$7, 900, 900.
The Woman's Auxiliary of the |. 1.
U. in session here today, elected officers
and adjourned to meet in st. Louis next
year. Mrs. Frank L. Kennedy, O.
Omaha. Neb was reelected president;
Mrs. Edward Donnell, of Cincinnati,
o., secretary and Miss Laura b. Cor
don. of Washington, first vice president.
A unanimous vote was cast for these
officers Mrs. Chas. E. Mckee, OF
indianapolis, was elected End vice presi-
dent; Mrs. Edward Buchanan, OF Wash
ington, Ord. vice president; Mrs. Q. Z,
Houston, of Atlanta, 4th. vice president;
Mrs. W. S. Wandby, of Rochester,
Chaplain and Mrs. Joseph Martin, of
st. Joe, guide. A committee was ap-
pointed to work with the l. I. U. in its
fight against the Los Angeles Times.
At the meeting today of the Interna-
tional Typographical Union President
Lynch said that he was tired of hearing
from the locals of Cincinnati and De
troit. "They are always kicking said
he, 'they threaten to send back their
charter and if they want to they can do
So" The executive council will prob
ably accept them.
United States Consul George II. Bridgeman,
AT Kingston Jamaica today sent the follow
ing dispatch to the State Department: Port
Antonio greatly damaged by hurricane. Re
ports of dead and injured constantly coming
to consulate"
The Rev. August F. Mason, D. D., of
Brookline, Mass, Baptist clergyman, who
died at Prout's Neck, Me-, yesterday, was at
one time pastor of Calvary Baptist Church of
this city, and later of the street Baptist
Church
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14
DenunciatorY Resolutions.

Media, Pa, August 1.-The Della
ware county convention, held here yes
terday, was enthusiastic from beginning
to end. Strong resolutions denouncing
the republican party were adopted with
out discussion, as follows: We advo-
cate an adjustment of the tariff such as
will provide sufficient revenue for the
federal government and will not foster
monopolies and trusts or burden the
people with unnecessary taxes. Appro-
priations are not discussed as they should
be, and by the public press is tainted
with open suggestions of graft and
the rake of. The primary elections,
the popular convention and final verdict
ofthe ballot.box all are prostituted to the
unholy purposes of the party bosses
Corruption prevades every department
of the government, the legislature has
been a scandal and the executive is
powerless for good.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14
THE BALKAN TROUBLES.

General Tzoncheff, president of the
Macedonian committee, and his friend,
Colonel Jankof, both of whom are ex-
officers in the Bulgarian army, have
been arrested by the Bulgarian police
near the Macedonian frontier under the
suspicious that they were on their way
to Join the revolutionists. -,
The report that the revolution had
broken out in the village of Adrianople
was premature. Complete tranquility
reigns everywhere in Bulgaria.
1t is reported that the Bulgarian in
sureents have massacred the inhabitants
of the large Turkish village of Kenati,
near Monastir. Only 90 escaped.
The civil and military authorities at
Salonica wired to Constantinople August
IL stating that a general insurrection
was expected for August IA, and dis
claiming all responsibility unless they
were reinforced. ConstantinOple replied,
ordering the enrolment Immediately OF
1000 exclusively Mussulman gendarmes
for service in Salonica. The insurgent
bannedwas unfurled August l 0 at Ronske,
near Ciergvell, showing that the insur-
rection is spreading eastward.
According to the latest adyices from
Monastir, dated August 10, the Bull
garians are elated at the death of the
Russian consul, NJ. Rostkoyski.
Four thousand troops are lombard
ing Krushevo, which is in the hands Of
the insurgents, and the Bulgarians in
the Krushevo aud Reka districts are suf-
fering severely.
Insurgent bands frequently visit Kas-
toria. A big fight is proceeding at
Diavat near Monastir.
Trustworthy information from Che
gani. in the district of Florina, says the
Turks have decided TO murder the
Austrian consul.
Great anxiety prevails at Monastir
owing to the threatening attitude of the
Turkish soldiers. 1t is stated that the
French and Italian consuls are in dan
ger of their lives.
Fighting is proceeding at Chernareka,
near Gumenje, to which place reinforce
ments have been sent. A great move
ment oftroopsFs proceeding at Mitrovitza,
Salonica and SOrovitch.
Information from Monastir is to the
effect that the insurgents have occupied
Klisura and Pissordere, and that the
Albanian rebels have been disastrously
defeated in the Debyrske region.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14
ConsuI,s Murderer Executed.

Constantinople, Aug. 14.-The sentry,
Hahn, who murdered NJ. Rostkovski,
the Russian consul, at Monastir, was
tried by court martial at Monastir yes
terday, was found guilty and was con-
demned to death. The sentence was
Immediately carrieiOut. Anothersentry
was senterced to 15years penal servitude.
Belgrade, Aug. 14.-Seyeral windows
in the Russian legation here we're broken
last night by mob TO show theif
sympathy for the murderer ofM. Rost-
kovski, the Russian consul at Monastir,
who was shot and killed few days ago
by Turkish sentry, The population
here openly accuse England Of intriging
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-08-14
Pope Will Confer Franchise.

Rome, Aug. 14.-Pope Plus X. has
expressed the intention of soon permit
ting Roman Catholics to vote in political
elections and in this way form in the
Italian parliament party which will be
able to sway any situation that would be
detrimental to the interests of the church.
Roman Catholics have been forbidden to
vote in political elections since the pope
was stripped of temporal power,