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The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31

Chicago, Dec. 30.-Fire broke out II
the Iroquois theater this Afternoon.
The audience fed in a panic to the
street.
Many women Were reported to h7v
been crushed and severely injured ir
the rush for the doors.
The Iroquois was only recently op
ened, being a magnificent structur,
modelled after the Opera Comique, In
Paris.
The fire broke out during the second
act Of the play. "Bluebeard." in the
flies of the stage. presumably from a
defect in the electrical display. In an
instant the draperies and fiimsy stag
settings had burst into flames. The
actors and actresses ran wildly about
the stage as the audience fought and
Jammed it's way to the front doors
In short time the interior of the
theater was apparently a mass of
clouds from the front of the house.
A dozen women and a number OF
men with faces and hands fearfu'ly
burned were soon taken into neigh
goring drug store. where the worst in
iured were hastily attended to.
Though the fire began on the stage
there was apparently little protection
for the audience Women and chill
dren were piled out of the doors. but
the flames gained rapidly and it was
a considerable time before a large
number of the people could leave the
building. Meanwhile special calls had
summoned a large number of fire en-
gines. Chief Marshal Mushman took
PERSONAL charge of the fire when he
arrived. He found the theater bal
comics still occupied by many persons,
and promptly directed the firemen in
raising ladders to the upper exits In
order to save the persons imprisoned
there.
Two little girls. with their hands
and faces blistered. were among the
nrst to be taken down from the ball
comics.
Al this time ii was estimated that
between six and ten persons were dead
within the theater.
ihey We're believed for the most part
10 De attaches At the same time per-
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31
telephone Change Made

Prof. w. L. Butler has taken over
the local telephone exchange and re-
moved the central station to new and
desirable quarters in the Bell build
ing, rooms 6 and s. at the rear of the
hall. Calls are being answered from
there today, and the system is in first
class working order. Miss Lizzie Rob-
erti has been engaged to look after
the central station. beginning her du-
ties yesterday.
Tomorrow the new rules and re-
vised list OF phone numbers will be
published. together with other infor-
nation regarding the service.
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31
Believed ThatFuIIy This Many
Lost Their Lives in Yes
terday's fire
INIROQi 0lS ThEATERCHICAGO
Audience Was composed Main
Iy ofWomen and chiIdre, Res.
cue Was Impossible

Chicago. Dec. 31.-2 p. m.-Spec-
ial to the Daily Silver Stately
actual count $50 bodies have been
recovered from the Iroquois thea
ter. How many more are in the
ruins cannot be stated: the num-
Der is believed to be small.
The injured number over three
hundred. and reports from the ply
sicians bear out the belief that
more than one hundred of these
will die. bringing the total fatali-
ties very near to seven hundred.
Frantic crowds of citizens are
still trying to identify their loved
ones at the various morgues and
places being used as such tenn
porarily.
The blame for the horrible catas-
trophe has not yet been officially
pioSCus pul II is alleged lndI the
theater was not equipped with
asbestos curtains. as provided for
In the Illinois statutes. and that
had this law been obeyed the fire
would not have been possible.
President Roosevelt has sent a
sympathetic message to Mayor
Harrison. expressing his profound
sorrow.
Mayor Harrison this morning is
sued a proclamation forbid ling
any New Year festivities or gaities.
and recommending that the day be
observed as one of sorrow for the
dead and sympathy for the bereav-
ed.
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31
SITUATION UNBEATABLE.

Berlin, Dec. 30.-The Lokal Anzeiger
without reserve says:
THE Japanese government has in
formed the representatives of the pow
ers at Toxic that the situation at this
moment is unbearable and that Japan
must strike if Russia does not accept
the propositions Japan has submitted.
as Japan cannot longer wait for a final
decision
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31
CRISIS IS FAST AP-
PROACHING
Belief Is Strong That a Con-
fIiCt Between japan and
Russia Is Inevitable

Washington. Dec. 30.-The japanese
minister called at the state depart
ment today and reported that the sit
uation in the far east Is one that gives
great concern and that Japan Is maxi
ing great preparations for the worst.
1t Is hoped, however. that Russia
will reconsider her first answer to Jap
ans request.
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31
Badly Batter d Up

San Francisco, Dec. s0.-Eddie Han
Ion, who was defeated last night by
Young Corbett. and badly battered in
the prize ring. is nursing his injuries
today.
His face shows many bruises in
fiicted by the champions fists, and he
is sore and stiff, but his condition is
not serious. and he will be all right
in a few days.
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31
Arrested Striking Bakers

Paris, Dec. 3o.-The police struck a
decisive blow at the bakers strike to-
day by arrresting the chief officials OF
the bakers organization on the charge
OF being responsible for the petty pill
lage OF bake shops on the outskirts OF
the city.
The arrest OF Bosquet, head OF the
bakers union. was made as he was
leaving the labor exchange and caused
much excitement. The others were ar
rested at their homes.
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31
A Perpetual Christmas

A practical education is the most
sensible Christmas present you can
give your son or daughter-its bene-
fits are everlasting Put a scholar
ship at Atkinson's, Reno. in the stock
ing this year.
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31
Catholic Church Services

Tomorrow. New Years day, the feast
of the circumcision of Our Lord. In
the Catholic church holy day of OBJ
legation. Father Burns will celebrate
mass at 9 o'clock
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31
Episcopal Church Services

The regular monthly service of the
Episcopal church will be held by the
Rev. Mr.. Bellam in Silver State hall
Sunday morning at half past ten and
in the evening at half past seven. All
are cordially invited to attend. Sun
day school at 8 o'clock in the hose
house.
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31
JAPAN is PREPARING.

Paris, Dec. 30.-While still not be-
lieving that war between Russia and
Japan will occur, the optimistic tone
in official and diplomatic circles here
was somewhat modified today by ad
vices from Toxic and ST. Petersburg.
Japan. it appears. is Fastening pc
paration for the purpose, it is sug-
gested of influencing Russia's action
upon the Japanese note. Russia, on
the other hand, has no intention to
hurry. Her reply is not expected to
be made before January 10. Russia g
purpose seems to be to put the onus of
declaring open war upon Japan, If sucn
be the result of the negotiations.
1t is learned in diplomatic circles
that the Japanese government has in
formed the foreign diplomats that the
situation with respect to Russia Is
desperate but not hopeless.
1t is believed this information was
communicated to the French govern
ment for presentation at st. Peters
burg.
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31

Ii you have not oroered your winter
suit or overccat, it's s'Nout time you
did so See G.. F. k-rc.-aer about II.
He can fit you out. no l. after what
you want. III.
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31

Sig. = @. Auletti, up-to-date mu-
sician. Is PREPARED to furnish music
or all occasions-dances. socials. par
ties. etc: lessons given on violin and
mandolin. Leave orders at Up-to-
Date saloon. H-xStf
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31
Choice Lots for Sale

The best situated residence lots in
upper town. Apply to II. Warren,
Winnemucca. Nevada. 1012u
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31

II you have bad cold or the grip"
try Days cold cure. a modern and
scientific remedy. Price 25c. Brown
Bros Drug Store. tr
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31
Dr. Porter. uenlIst

D. w 8. Porter. dentist Once on
sriGge street.
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31

fumes. so and rs cents an ounce. Brown
Bros Drug Store. u
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31
MAY FOLLOW PRECEDENT.

MAY FOLLOW PRECEDENT.
st. Petersburg, Dec. 30.-The foreign
dispatches here yesterday afternoon
are reflected today in more pessimistic
editorials. The Novoe Vremya be-
gins it's leader with:
There is no war today; tomorrow
there may be war"
The paper rather Realistically di-
rects attention to the fact that wars
marked the opening of the 18th. 18th
and 10Th centuries.
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31

The news n In The Silver State.
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31

was out.
lie fire depart
.rsonal investl-
there were full
hundred dead
~ of the thea
at the head of
the balcony a
| six or eight
ether that the
had TO drag
=.
odies had been
into Thomp-
oor east. OF
dead.
ng faint signs
ossible to tell
bout one doz
alive.
le bodies of
enty years Of
ght to twelve
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1903-12-31

Unexcelled for work
of every kind; prices
always right.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25
Miss Kafe Smiths
 Dancing Party.

Miss Kate Smith gave one of the largest dances of the season last evening in com pliment to her guest Miss Julia Lake of Mobile. The entire house, which is beau tifully arranged for entertaining, was thrown open and In addition to the spa cious drawing rooms and the reception hall the wide veranda without was en- closed with canvas and furnished lux uriously with rugs, comfortable chairs and palms. Here punch was served from an artistically decorated table.
 In the dining room coffee and sand wiches were served during the evening.
 The dancing contingent of the smart set" was brilliantly in evidence and many visiting belles and beauties graced the occasion.
 The evening was so ideal that the lawn was utilized for the entertainment of the many guests. A hop, which is far more popular than cotillon. was danced.
 Miss Smith, who Is one of Birmingham S acknowledged belles. was picture of girlish beauty in an evening toilette of white mousseline over Dolly Warden silk.
 Miss Lake. who was a charming de- butante of the winter. was lovely in a ball gown of ping mousselne and lace.
 Receiving with Miss Smith was her mother, Mrs. Addison G. Smith, her aunt, Miss Hopkins and a number of her girl friends
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25
MIR. AND MRS. WEAKLEYS
 BRILLIANT HOUSEWARMING NG

were used to artistic effect and the potted plants and palms made a tropical back ground
 To the left of the library entrance the orchestra back of the palms played de- lightfully during the receiving hours.
 The dining room Is a magnificent apart ment opposite the library, and from where one gets a beautiful view of the stairway. It is done in mahogany, the ceiling being very effective with heavy mahogany beams.
 The circular table had for its center piece dozens of white roses in large gilded basket, tied with white tulle.
 Tulle was caught from the chandelier to the table, where 1t ended In bows, and the transparent effect was heightened by the crystal candlesticks holding white taPers.
 The mahogany buffets and the mantel were decorated with Easter lilies and suspended from the entrance leading into the reception hall was a large basket filled with white roses and smilax.
 Palms and other potted plants were used in decorating the reception hall, where to the left of the stairway coffee was served from table beautiful in old silver.
 Ices and cooling beverages were served during the evening.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25
Miss Young Gives
 Authors Reading.

Of Miss Martha Young's reading in Tuscaloosa, the papers speak most flat teringly of her brilliant success there Fri day evening. The house was crowded with an appreciative audience. Among those present were number of notable poets. Mrs Belle R. Harrison, Professor Richardson, Colonel McCorvey, Samuel Minturu Peck and Robert Loveman.
 The Times-Gazette says: There was a gratifying large audience out to hear Miss Martha Young read selections from her popular books Miss Harris studio was filled to it's capacity. and the audience enjoyed to the fullest extent the pro- gramme.
 To read Miss Young's writings is a genuine delight, and a privilege appre- cated by the best of critics. To hear her render them makes the characters stand out before the eye and leaves an indelible impression of their genuineness. The quaint phraseology of the darkey is faithfully adhered to by Miss Young, and her poems show the greatest humor and real pathos, a combination artlstically and effectively made. She has the gift of storytelling and is very magnetic, compelling the audience in sheer pleas ure to listen to every word she says. Her selections were some of the most poru- lar of her writings and they were keenly enjoyed
 Her bird legends are perfect specimens of art and she rendered them with telling effect. The imitation of different birds Is remarkably effective. and the three bird selections left the audience in a splendid humor"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25
Gentlemen Expected
 At Colonial Tea.

The brilliant event of today will be the colonial tea to be given this after noon from 4:30 to 6:30 o'clock, at the residence of Mrs. J. Norman Brooks The gentlemen wiv ne received after o'clock.
 The receiving line will be Mrs. Brooks, Mrs. Perry Fowlkes, the regent of Gen eral Sumpter chapter. D. A. R., and the other officers of the chapter, while the receiving party will include al the Daugh- ters and a number of young ladies.
 The tea table will be presided over by Mrc William Arthur Chenoweth, Mrs. T. u Walter and Mrs. Edward II. Cab aniss. assisted by a number of young ladies.
 At the punch table will be Mrs A. J.. Riddle ald Mrs. George Cobbs, assisted by several young ladies'
 The table upon which ices will be served will he n esided over by Mrs. A. M. Roo- ertson and Mrs. J. D. Dabney, assisted by young ladies.
 As a background for the colonial cos tunes that will be worn the house will be brilliantly decorated.
 A sllve: basket that will be used was originally cwrel by Benjamin Harrison, governor af Virginia and signer of the Deelai ation of Independence. It is now owned by Mrs. Fowlkes, who inherited 1t.
 Aside from the social brllliancy of the colenral tea is it's patriotic significance. The guests are expected to 'depofit filver coin in ye ancient tea pot at ye doore."
 An invitation Is extended to the gentle men friends of the ladies in the receiving party, aGd all who call will be most cor dially welcl med by the Daughters.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25
Card Party in
 Honor 0f.MrS. COnn0r.

Mrs. M. N Due entertained informally at cards Thursday in compliment to Mrs. Ebert Connor. The lovely hostess was assisted in receiving by Mrs. Connor, Mrs. Frank Alexander and Mrs. Louis Amos Zeigler. Punch was served by Miss Ava Heidt and Miss Daniel.
 The score cards were handpainted bas- kets and the basket idea was carried out in the details of the luncheon.
 The first prize, water color, was won by Mrs. l.. J. Haley. The consolation, a lace centerpiece. was drawn by Mrs. Lewis Minor, and the booby, basket
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25
Queer Case of Suicide.

Mt. Vernon, Ky. April 24.-In the examining trial of Charles Durham, who killed John Lawson last Sunday, County Judge Lewis rendered the fol- lowing decision: "The prisoner is dis missed. Lawson committed suicide in going with his gun to Durham's home on the hunt for trouble"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25
Negro Leader of the GhouI Gang Must
 Go to the Penitentiary.

Indianapolis. Ind, April 24.-Rufus Can trell, the "l1ing of the ghouls," was found guilty on two counts tonight by jury in the Criminal court.
 The first count was for robbing the grave of Rose Neidlinger and the second was for conspiracy with Dr. Joseph C.. Alexander, demonstrator of anatomy at the Central College of Physicians and Surgeons, to rob her grave.
 The punishment on the first count is im- prsonment for a period of from three to ten years, and the second count carries with it imprisonment for a term of two to fourteen years.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25
luncheon at ROSemOnt.

A beautiful event of the week was the luncheon at which Mrs. Samuel Will John entertained Thursday in compliment to her guest Mrs. Spratien. The occasion assembled a congenial party. The elegant appointments of the luncheon were in keeping with the luxurious surroundings at Rosemont. Those present were Mrs. John, Mrs. Spratlen, Mrs. Warner Clisby, Miss Clisby, Mrs. Robert Cunningham. Mrs Ledbetter, Mrs. Camp Mrs Rose Garland Lewis, Mrs Lloyd Guice and Mrs J. A. Montgomery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25
of bonbons. was won by Mrs. J. W.

of bonbons, was won by Mrs. J. w. Young.
 Those present were: Mrs. Charles G. Brown; Mrs. R. II. Carter. Mrs Fulen- wider. Mrs. J. T. Harwell, Mrs. Herbert Scruggs, Mrs. Charles Sharpe, Mrs. J. w. Young, Mrs. Orcutt, Mrs H. c. Abbott. Mrs Welch Mrs. John Wheeler, Mrs. Alexander Mrs. James Dedman, Mrs. L.. J. Haley, Mrs Zeigler, Mrs Minor, Mrs. John B. Simpson, Mrs. W. P. McCrossin, Mrs Kelly of New York, Mrs. Zac Smith, Mrs Finley White, Mrs. William Vaughan, Mrs. II. F. DeBardelben, Mrs. c. II. Reed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25
REAL ESTATE.

 FOR SALE. s35O-Corner lot Smithfeld, 50x150. $5 cash and $5 per month for lots on car line between city and Powderly. $750--Lot on 16th st., North, near 10th ave-; 79 foot front. Three acres, 300 feet of West End car line on macadam road; terms. $60O0-Improved corner, 75x90; Ave H and 18th st; now renting for $55 per month. Should bring $75. Terms, $15OO cash, ball ance 1, 2, and years.
 FOR RENT. No. 215 N. 16th street; rooms. bath, etc. No. 1109 North l4th st.. rooms. bath, etc.; close to the car line; in extra good fix; $22.5 per month. broom cottage and acres of land near Owenton car line for s1O per month.
 L. G. PETTYJoHN, Phone 465. ls2s1a Third Ave. s30O0-Sixth avenue; 5Ox19O. $5000-Two-st brick store; 1st avenue. $50O0-South 17th street; lovely home. $5250-Modern Northside S-room home; close to school park ana cars. $5750-New and elegant North Highland home.
 $60O0-Third avenue corner, renting for $65. $7000--Large furnace-heated home; 11th avenue, near Five Points. G0-Two-story brick store; 2nd avenue. -Two-story brick store; End ave- nue.
 s75O0-5O feet on Second avenue. $S0C0-Modern and choice 9th avenue home. $12, 000-Lovely Twelfth avenue home with very large lot. ST, 5O0-Good 2nd avenue corner; 100x100. SIS, 1S,0O0-Handsome three-story, iron front building.
 MCCONNELL G CARTWRIGHT, Both phones 46 22O Hst Street
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25
The Alabama Home Building and Loan
 Association.
 Capital Stock 2,OGO,OOO Stock in Force 75O, 900 f:;' S;:;: :; ;';;,; ;;; :; ;:;; ';;; s; II9,77669

The association issues spe- cial Certificates of stock in amounts from $50 to $2,ooo. This stock pays 6 per cent per annum, payable semi annually, July and January Ist, and can be withdrawn any time. To those who have money laying idle or paying them less than 6 per cent this Special Stock will prove a very desirable investment.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25
Why Modify Milk.

for infant feeding in the uncertain ways of the novice when you can have always with you a supply of Borden's Eagle Brand Condensed Milk, a perfect cows milk from herds of native breeds. the perfection of infant food? Use 1t for tea and coffee.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25
Southern Flakes For breakfast with cream.

Valuable North Highland lot overlooking city, l4th ave. near car line, 13Ox33O it and other property will be sold at public auction to highest bidder in front of Court House at noon today. T tile perfect. Sale absolute.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25
SITUATIONS WANTED.

WANTEDNPlace by white woman as cook. Address Cook, care of Age-Herald. s40OO-10-room residence; large lots; splendidly located; easy terms; bar gain; today only. Eborn, The Wood ward.
 A MACHINIST of good repute wants a position. I understand blowing engines, ice machines. air compressors; am an all round man. Address Buchanan. 2513 Avenue c, Birmingham. Ala.
 4-22-3t-wed-th -thus-sat
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25
MISCELLANEOUS,

DON'T forget the Reese Transfer Co.,,
 Il s. 20th street; trunks delivered any
 part of city 15c; parcels 1Oc; moving a speciality. Bell phone 14S7 Peoples phone 964 4-l9-7t WE WOULD LIKE TO PUT a copy of The Advertising World into the hands of every person who keeps any kind of a store; every newspaper man; every advertising writer; every person inter- ested in business of any kind. We send sample copies free on request, ana the paper usually makes friends for Itself
 at first sight. It isn't made to be pretty, but to be helpful-and its circu- lation of 23,00O (biggest of its class in the world)-shows that 1t is helpful. May we have your address 1.-The Advertising World, Columbus. Ohio. 2-21-tf-sat
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25

Purify the blood and put the system In order for summer work by using at this time a short course of Prickly Ash Bit ters. It is the greatest blood purifier on earth.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25
EoR SALE.

~~--~--~---~~@
 FOR SALE-A good loan business with an established and profitable trade; good reasons given for selling; for full particulars address A M.. care Age Herald. 4-1-tf SlOOO eash--A lovely block on car line, near Ensey; today only. B. F. Eborn. The Woodward.
 FOR SALE-Half million first-class brick for immediate delivery. Address all communications to Morris Brick com pany, Choccoloeco, Ala.
 FOR SALE-On the Louisville and Nash vile railroad, 21 miles south of Decatur at Lacon, a large brick plant, now In operation; capacity 5000 brick daily; owned by Eliza A. Orendorff, executrix. 4-15-31t
 COMPLETE dairy for sale. M. Busenle- lur, 1017, Ave. c. 4-2110t SIGNS for sale cheap; suitable for real estate ads. Hermitage, 216 North 20th street. 4-14-tf FOR SALE-Well established grocery. doing good business; good location; rea- son for selling owner wishes to retire from business. Address J. Coss. 416 N. 20th street. 4-19-15t FOR SALE-Eggs from nne Mammoth Bronze turkeys. w. Leghorns. white and Barred Rocks. incubator eggs: cat alogue Giengary Poultry Y~~'. Somer- vile, Tenn. 2-16-tf s65OO-Rents $120O; new improvements; cor ner B. r. Eborn, The Woodward.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25
FOR SALE.

$15, ,00O-Northeast corner Avenue B and
 Eighteenth street, lot 150x14O. $5O00-Lot 1OOx14O, Second avenue, north. $40, ,0O0-F'lne brick store on 20th street. $2O, O,OO0-Two-story brick store on 1st ave-
 nue; 25x140 to alley. $7OOO-Modern home in fine locality South Highlands; lot G0x160; liberal terms. $4GO0-Modern S-room house; 18th street.
 South Highlands; good terms. s30OO-Lot 50x140; Avenue c, between 18th and 18th streets; three houses on lot; renting for $31.50.
 s4O00-Beautiful lot, 100x1SO; Beach street. $4O0O-A very attractive proposition ai
 Kingston; let us tell you about it. $400 per foot-Lot 40x100 on 18th street,
 near 4th avenue.
 See North Haven before you buy. All kinds of insurance. We negotiate loans.
 Houses for rent.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25
ONE GENT A WORD.

RATEs-1c. a word a day; no ad. taken for less than 25c for first in- sertion. Cash must accompany every order.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-25
Solid South.

house-keepers on earth, the sale of "GooD LUCK" exceeds that of all other Baking Pow ders combined. This would not be unless 1t made better bread than other brands.
 Richmond, Virginia.