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The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-03-04
In the Supreme Court.

The following cases from the FiiJh DIS
trict were argued yesterday;
State VS.. Burke, by Attorney General
for state: T. c. wooten for defendant
Davis VS.. Lumber Company, by e. 5
Martin and Rountree & Carr for plalntln'
RUSSELL & Gore for defendant
Murray VS. Barden. by ]. d. Kerr and
stevens. Beasley g. Weeks for plaintiff;
Faison G. Grady and Womack for de-
PENDANT
Sixth District appeals viii be called
next Tuesday. March 10th, as follows:
State VS. Wick
State VS.. Jones
Stevens VS.. Mcdonald.
Baptist University VS.. Borden; defen-
dant appeals.
Baptist University VS.. Borden; plaintiff
appeals.
Beckwith VS.. Railroad.
Settled in court below.
Gilmore VS.. Railroad.
Treasurer VS.. Loan Association.
Parker VS.. Railroad
Powell VS. Insurance Company.
Railroad Company VS.. Stewart.
Parker VS. Express Company
Opinions we're handed down as follows:
Duffy VS.. Smith, from Craven; modified
and affirmed,
Meadows VS.. Telegraph Company, from
Craven; no errors
Rodwell VS.. Harrison, from Halifax;
affirmed
Hughes VS.. Gay, from Northampton
error.
Norwood VS.. Lassiter from Northamp-
ton; affirmed
Lindsay VS. Railroad, from Curritucki
affirmed.
The following were disposed Of by per
curtain order:
Foy VS.. Railroad, from Craven; affirm
ed.
Bachelor VS.. Braswell, from Nash; mo
ton to docket and dismiss defendants
appeal under Rule II, allowed.
Westbrook VS.. Lumber Company, from
Sampson; motion to docket and dismiss
defendants appeal under rule IL allowed.
Telephone Company VS., Blossom, from
New Hanover; motion to docket and dis
Mss defendants appeal under rule II
allowed.
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SENIOR CLASS OF BAPTIST UNIVERSITY.
Miss Helen Leckie MOring AT Home in
Honor OF Her Glass.

The AT Home" given by Miss Helen
Leckie Moring last evening in honor Of
the graduating class of the Baptist Fe-
male University, was one of the most de-
lightful social functions of the many
which have graced social circles in Raj
eigh this winter.
The unique feature of the evening was
the game of Progressive Conversation, >"
which caused much merriment, added
greatly to the pleasure of the
evening, and Miss Leila SuttIe.
OF Shelby, was awarded the prize for
being the most entertaining CONVERSE
tionalist of the ladies. Mr. Arthur
White won the prize as the best talker
among the gentlemen. Miss Suttle's
prize was lovely fan of white silk
gauze. Mr.. Whites prize was a beautiful
pearl stick pin. Mr.. r. N. Simms. in
his usual eloquent manner, presented
the awards.
After the game the guests were ush-
cred into the dining room where re-
freshments, delicious and refreshing, were
served by Misses Elizabeth Briggs, Julia
Howell and Daisy Moring.
Each guest was presented with dainty
little souvenir. The color scheme of the
decorations were the colors Of the Uni
versity "Old Gold and Purple.
The graduating class are: Miss Nor
ing Of Raleigh, who is president of the
class; Miss Williams, of Harrells-
lille; Miss Johnson, of Lumber Bridge;
Miss Suite, of Shelby; Miss Marshbanks
Of Mars Hill; Miss Burke, of States
Vile; Miss Shugart, of Jonesyillc; Miss
Edwards, of Mars Hill; Miss Smith of.
Clayton, Miss Annie johnson, of Coloose,
Virginia
The other guests present were: Misses
Elite and Evie Aydlett Miss lack, Miss
Tull. Miss Josie, Miss Tucker, Miss
Myatt, Miss Sawyer, Miss Mitchell, Miss
Durham, Miss Allen and Miss Galloway.
Mr.. Fleming, Mr.. Douglas, Mr.. White, MIR.
w. D. Briggs. Mr.. Fabius Briggs, Jr. Mr..
Simms, DR.. Tucker, Mr. Tomlinson Prof.
Staekett, Mr. Stockard, Mr.. Pearsall, Mr.
Gardner, Mr. Welch, Mr.. Creech, Mr.
Register. Mr.. Albion Dunn, Mr.. Raymond,
Dunn, Mr.. Petty, Mr.. Chas. Harris, Mr..
Parker Of Wayne, and Mr. Durham.
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years in regard to womans qualifications
for holding. A Washington dis
patch Of Saturday gives us the following
information concerning an incident at
a session of the d A. r.:
During the discussion the lie was
passed between Mrs. Denis Eagan and
Miss Frazer. The discussion became so
hot that a member moved to go into
executive session and the motion was
carried. The executive session lasted an
hour and was the stormiest in the his
tory Of any continental congress. There
were hot words and hot tears, signs Of
which were visible when the daughters
came out of the hall.
To Mrs. Eagan and Miss Frazer we
ereds our conversion and pronounce
them qualified to occupy seats in Con-
gress. Salisbury Sun.
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Audubon Bill Won in a
Lively Fight.
Continued from Third Page)

mentary points of order between Mr..
smith and Mr. Morton that recalled
the DAYS of the Watts Liquor bill.
einally the vote was reconsidered and
the amendment voted down. and the Dill
again passed on it's third reading.
Mr.. Britain entered his protest, which
was referred to the Committee on Rules,
upon motion of Gov Doughton. 1t was
rich and racy reading.
The House took recess until s p. m.
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Notice to Nurses of North Carolina

Notice viii be given through the
State papers when the clerk of the court
of each county is provided with blank
forms for issuing licenses to trained
nurses. Nurses applying for licenses
will be furnished with copy of the
nurses registration act. by their county
officers.
State papers please copy.
M. l. WYCHE
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Tribute to Mrs. Chas. 3. Thomas.

The Montgomery (Ala.) Advertiser of
February 25th, gives IN its special Wash
iLgton correspondence a reference to the
bride of Congressman Charles r. Thomas
of North Carolina, in connection with a
report of a ball at the British embassy.
X follows:
'For the first time in many years
there is splendid ball at the British
embassy. 1t is in fact the closing of
the society season in a blaze Of glory,
for it Is the most exclusive of all the
society affairs that have taken place
here in long while.
Apart from personal considerations
there are very few guests outside the
diplomatic, cabinet and high government
circles.
Among Southern women present are
Mrs. John Hollis Bankhead of Alabama,
and Mrs. Thomas, the bride of month
of Congressman Thomas of North Caro-
lima. one of the most distinguished wo-
men of the official set Mrs. Thomas
comes OF the famous Ruffin family Of
North Carolina. and although she has
been here but a month she has won a
commanding position in society as a ty-
pical Southern gentlewoman. Mrs
Thomas is the double first cousin Of
Judge Thomas R. Roulhac of Alabama +"
Competent to Hold Office.
We withdraw an opposition polfcv which
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-03-04
For Whooping Cough use
CHENEY'S EXPECTORANT

AS q result of the Red Mems Bazaar
81 900 is on hand to go to the credit of
the Red Mems Orphanage, with $400
worth Of goods still undisposed Of.
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AsHEVILLE'S EXTENSION.

Senator Webb's bill to extend the cor
porate limits Of Asheville then came 6p
IS tie special order.
General Davidson spoke at length in
avor Of the bill He explained that al
erst he had been opposed to the bill
because its lines we're too wide, taking
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-03-04

SMOKE La Josephine" and Young
Fritz."
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Monday Nights Session.

When the House met again at o'clock
last night Mr.. Grant obtained consent to
introduce a bill to incorporate Smith
Grove. in Davie county.
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Competent to Hold Office.

We withdraw an opposition policy which
we have steadfastly adhered to for zen
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1903-08-07
Why Iney Sell.

Is it strange that lot 80 by 80,
containing 800 square feet, sells
without agents when compared with
one 100 by 40, containing only 1000
square feet, or less than one half as
muchf
Our streets are 40 it. and alleys 16
IT,, while alleys on other plots are
only 10 it., useless for teams to pass.
Every lots face on two streets,
and have two alleys. No lot with
out street or alley.
When we sell a lot, vein fact, give
one, 1.-THE size of other lots away to
the purchaser. In the past ten days
we have sold more lots and we still
have more to sell.
We furnish perfect title, without
any conditions or restrictions.
Terms to suit reliable purchasers.
You can nuy these beautiful lots
in Belleview ouly OF, L. V KICK.
G.. /. kFCK
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1903-08-07
Iiow's This.

Society is in whirl over the com
ing of baby show, which promises
to eclipse anything of the character
yet attempted at MWgantown. The
Friday Conversational Club, well
known along the Monongahela river
has charge of the affair. 1t is the
intention to hold the show on the
lawn OF the clubs domain recently
purchased and will be open to all
the babies of the town. Prizes will
be given to the leaders OF three
classes and will be presented by
well known bachelors of the town.
-Connellsville Courier.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1903-08-07

FANCY velvet flour retails at go
cents sack Ask your grocet for
it,or phone Scott and Munson and
they will make prompt delivery.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1903-08-07
Save Your money.

The Bank OF the Monongahela
Valley has added savings depart
ment TO it's business and will receive
savings deposits on which interest
will be paid Deposits Of $1.00 and
upwards will be received. Interest
compounded semi annually. Saw
lngs deposits can be made atany time
during banking hours and the bank
will also be open from 6 to s o'clock
on Saturday evenings, for the ac
commodation of such deposltors.
For further in ,rmation call at the
bank.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1903-08-07

Mr.. Bryan is strengthening Meth
er his party nor himself by the
Incorporate language which he has
been using about Mr.. Cleveland.
The party is bigger than any one
man and one man in particular
must be brought to understand this
selfeyident TACT.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1903-08-07
PURE lemon and orange juice served
at Ream's Soda Fountain.

SPECIAL attention given to campers
and picnickers. Everything fine. Wea-
yer's Grocery.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1903-08-07

The soldiers boys from Morgan
town are adding to the reputation of
the town and they are doing it in
the best possible manner. They
deserve all sorts of beqnets for their
conduct.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1903-08-07

Forty teachers in Jackson county
have been refused certificates be-
cause they cheated in examinations.
Resolutions condemning the new
law will probably receive lousing
majority in Jackson county.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1903-08-07

Senator German says it must not
be question of individual aspira-
tions or ambitions which denomina-
ties the democratic convention, but
that the party must be the first con-
sideratlon.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1903-08-07

All over the state Morgantown is
known as good town. And the
old town has right to be known in
that direction and also to feel good
over the certainty of this.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1903-08-07
Principal Conventions to be Held at
Various Portions of the IT,. ). for
Which special Rates will be In
Effect via Baltimore and

Ohio Railroad.
BALTIMORE, MD.-Seyenty- Ninth An.
nual Session of the Sovereign Grand
Lodge, I, o. o. F., September 81
26. Tickets on sale September 18th,
Goth aud 2lst, good returning until
September 18th, inclusive.
SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.-Grand Army
of the Republic, August 1922
Tickets on sale August 4th to 18th,
good returning until October 18th.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1903-08-07

The agricultural experts have
figured out that one average stalk
OF Indian corn uses up 81 pounds II
water during the period of it's
growth.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1903-08-07

and picnickers. Everything line. Wea-
yer's Grocery.
SINCE starting in business the
Cafe Kaszer has attracted good
trade which is constantly getting
larger. 1t has gained it's trade by
giving people the best and cleanest
lunches in town.
FOUND. The right place to buy
maDtels extra cabinets to put on old
mantels, all kinds Of gas fixtures,
CRATES fronts and tile 10 endless varie-
ty. Come ana see our STOCK, We can
complete with any firm or agent. We
can and will save you money All kinds
OF cabinet work done at our factory,
Robe & Rightmire, foot OF Walnut ST..
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1903-08-07
seIby's Ice Cream ParIors

On High street are doing a bigtusi-
ness. They are open every afternoon
and evening, The proprietors of the
place have A. T.. Lazier's outfit and
make the finest cream to be had in the
city. They sell it by the wholesale and
retail and make specially of parties
and other similar events. Fraternities
and other organizations served on short
notice. If
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1903-08-07
THE LIBRARY GHOST
1t May Be About the Library

The report that the Library Of the
University is the haunt OF ghosts may
be true. Yet it is plausible that some
miscellaneous hogs Tor maids past Gu
pid's days. are annoying and soaring
the watchman. But The Fact is
that the new electric light plant Of
this city will, in the future, brightly
iight it's homes and buildings and
scare away all ghosts. There Is No
Reason Why people should not have
their residences wired for electric
lights and fitted with elegant
chandeliers and electroliers; also right
Iy plMmbed for gas and water, too; all
kinds OF gas, electric and water APP
planes NAY be had as Modern Lux
aries at Low Rates. BE wise aud adj
dress,
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1903-04-26
WIFE MADE HIN CONE BACK
Accused estmaster Fled to Canads-Wue
Persued and Persuaded Him TO Return.

Accused Pest master Fled to Canads-Wue
Persued and Persuaded Him TO Return.
ISIS ST. GEORGE. Ohio. April 7s.-Post-
master Herman Wshrle Of Middle Bass,
who was arrested for embsxs.ing 5000 OF
post Office funds by msans Of fraudulent
money orders, ded from Middle Bass to
Pe,es Island, Canada, In q rowboat during
a storm on tho lake on Thursday when he
learned that deputy United States marshal
was after him. Officers were searching
for him In Detroit, Toledo. Sandusky and
other cities,
Mrs. Wehrls kseniy felt her husband's
flisht. and she chartered the steamboat
ina and went after him. All Of Thursday
afternoon and until late AZ night she cruised
about the islands.
Finally chs found him at Q small hotel.
She begeud him TO return TO his home.
where a d-puty marshal was In waiting.
Al first Wshrle refls d to return. but Mrs.
wehrlc told him 70 20 back, face his 40.
cue,rs and save his honor. even u h Lost
bis ijb;rty. Mrs. Wehrle got him 70 tbs
beat and ordered the captain to make all
80 ed possible lack to her home. When
ehe waike d into the pr sence OF the oihcial
and delivered her fugitive husband TO the
ofScer she emt d Pleased, and Wehr'e,
too, esem d much relicwd.
Wchrle has ben ono Of the big men 81 tho
Islands. He owns summer nsort and .
steamboat.
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tremely anxious to present a. strong front
~ -possible In It's opposition to Russia
attempt TO secure control OF Aanchuria,
and to that end would welcome the CO.
operation Of the United States.
That Japan and England will act Jointly
hregarded q certain. but the United States,
following tie traditional policy. win deal
with Russia and China upon Its individual
responsibility % q nation. Nothing that
could properly be construed into even an
understanding or u supposition that the
United States have entered into an alliance
or cooperation with England, Japan or
other nations against Russias policy CON-
corning Manohuria will DO done By tho
In view Of the suspicion here that Russia
Intends 70 violate her virtual pledges 70 the
United States TO observe the princi ple
OF the open door and TO do nothing To-
ward enaangerlng the territorial integrity
bassador. has informed Secretary Hay
in writing that there Is nothing inimical
to the interests OF tho United States In the
Far East in Russia's attitude.
He asserts, Il Is understood, that the
course OF his Government Y designed TO
prevent q repetition OF the Boxer troubles,
and that the assurances given TO the United
States BY It that American trade interests
would be respected and the territorial
integrity Of China preserved are still Ia
force and will be adhered 70. The State
Department desires more explicit informa.
ton a. "a. Russias intentions, however
and for that reason the inquiries man
toned will be made through Ambassador
Mccormick.
No communication In regard to the
Russian demands has been received by the
Secretary Of State from England. Germany
or France. Ergland's attitude Ia known
to be practically similar to that Of the United
States, although she may BE- willing to 60
to greater extremes. In coalition with Japan,
to prevent tho accomplishment Of the
Russian scheme.
As for Germany, her position was made
known In the time when, In giving adher.
ence TO the principle Of the open door
and the preservation Of China's territorial
integrity, she declared that the contract
entered into between the Powers In these
reepects was not to be construed 40 apply
ing to Russia's concern In Manchuria, which
was 90 great and peculiar as to give that
Government superior interest In the
Chinese Province.
1t may be expected, therefore, that Ger
many will hold aloof from the efforts Of
other nations to prevent Russia from OBJ
tanning permanent control OF Manchuria.
Baron Won Sternburg. the German Min
lister. saw Secretary Hay. on other buei-
ness to-day. but took sdvante &c Of the
occasion to discuss the Manchuria situa-
ton Informally.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1903-04-26
LEDGER MONTHLY" SOLD.

schelar,hips Won BY TIVE Canvasssn for
Subscriptions Continued.
The Ledger NontMy which recently
became involved In financial troubles.
was cold yesterday TO the Ersry Month
Publiahing Company for $1,000 oash. ex-
elusive OF outstanding accounts. Tho
latter will swell the amount going TO the
creditor. to between 5000 and Ss.ooo, %
that the creditors will get about Is cents
on the dollar. The new owners Of the
property. as one of the conditions Of tie
purchase, agreed to continue the two COL
iege scholarships given by the old com
PAW to two young mon - rewards for
securing large numbers OF subscriptions
to the LEDGER Monthy.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1903-04-26

WIN 63.010 he Collected fef the C0sse
National On Wednesday.

National On Wednesday.
william J. Holmes. one Of the mes~en.
gers OF the Chase Hational Bank, collected
on his route on Wednesday Last several
items IN cash. amounting IN the Aggre-
gate to Sz,qeo.m. He failed to return to
the bank and account for this money, and
has not been seen or beard from since.
The facts were reported to the Indemnity
companies which have since had the mat
ter In charge. Holmes had been In the
employ OF dc bank about six months. He
oame very highly recommended by several
well-known mon, and had done his work
In an entirely satisfactory manner.
The nseenGsr b 10 yeaTS old and
street. Broofiyn. one OF his duties vas
to present checks on Clearing House
trust companies TO thass companies Tor
payment. II thsse are for more than
$500 they are usually paid by check, al
though when paying tellers Are busy they
often pay IN cash rather than d Aw q check.
Young Holmes Waited two trust com pas.ies
on his route and IN each plac was paid
In cash, although ops check called for much
moro than 400 When he failed to return
10 the hank inquiries we're made ct his
houss and - rssulf the matter wes placed
In the hsnds Of the companies that had
fnrnished the boys bond. Through usze
the bank b frllv c~otected srainrt loes.
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MRS. ISELIN KNEW TIE FARE.
wouldn't Lot . Cabman Bully Her out Of
Extra Half Dollar.


Extra Half Dollar.
Mrs. c. oliver Iselin nd young woman
frisnd went yesterday sftssuocn fro -
tAe WI idori- Astorsa 70 the psfsorus ncs Of
Ne rcy Brown at the Btjou Theatre They
took q hs Isom q b to get there and when
thsy snghfsd krs. Isslin cavs ths driver
20 cents.
c. bby took the 50 cents. but when Mrs.
Iselin nd her comps MON were veil into the
oLby he went CHI, sing 81 tsr than end
dem nded HI II . dollar moro. Mr.. Isslin
o Id she knew ths t the law lowed o. bmsn
only 50 cents mile end thi she would not
D. ysny more. Then abe went on into the
the tire.
The cabman. who had been respectful
At nrst, then shouted and he did II % loudly
that Mn. Iselin. who was Misc Hope God
dard before her marriage. heard him. She
came out and. speaking to the theatre
employees, who were preparing to elect
the cabmsn, said:
IF he makes any moro disturbance kindly
call q policeman and have him arrested.
I will 70 to the police station to complain
against him and Wi appear In court In
the morning.
The cabmAn made q dash for his cab
and was Oh.