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The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
TOREY DISCOVERS MAN
RANSACKING HIS HOUSE
Breaks Into Residence and Is Ar
rested on Charge of Burglary.


Francisco Marsilio, a dishwasher,
broke into the residence of G. b. To-
rey, 2509A Jones street. yesterday
morning. He broke a window in the
rear of the house. unfastened the
catch and crawled through. He was
busy for some time searching through
bureau drawers. turning over mat
tresses and even lifting up carpets in
search of coin or jewelry. till he was
discovered by TOrey, who promptly
locked the door of the room and kept
him a prisoner till the police were no.
titled.
Detectives Ryan and Taylor were
sent to the house and they placed
MarsiliO under arrest. He had
number of things wrapped up to carry
away and had hidden a bundle con-
tanning a pair Of trousers and some
other articles under his coat. This
bundle was booked as evidence against
him on the charge of burglary.
The same house was entered by
burglars about week ago and a gold
watch. gold pins and other articles of
jewelry were stolen. The police be
lieve that MarsiliO committed this
burglary also, but he viii not admit it,
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
BRINGS CHINESE
ACROSSBORDER
Arrest of Woman Clears Mys-
terry Surrounding Drowning
of Four Coolies at Buffalo
Is A QUEEN OF SMUGGLERS
Van in Which the Celestials Are
Being Transported Topples
From Bank Into Erie Canal
Special Dispatch to The Call.

CLEAN, n. Y, Dec. e.-The mystery
which surrounded the drowning OF four
smuggled Chinese in a van which went
off the canal bank at Buffalo on Friday
has been cleared by the arrest of Mrs.
William W. May Simpson of Buffalo
on information supplied by Police Cap
tain Timothy Hassett of this city and
Canar Reeves, who lives two miles east
of this city.
The woman came here apd made ar
rangements with Reeves TO haul her
wagon load of secreted Chinese, who,
she said. were coming from Canada a
few nights later, into his big barn.
The bargain was made at his bedside
on the night of November %, after he
had retired.
Previous TO her visit TO the farm Mrs.
Simpson called upon Captain Hassett
and closed the deal, as she. supposed,
by which any word from United States
officials by mail or telegraph should be
put out of sight. She took the officer
into her confidence enough to let him
know that she was going to bring Chi
nese here from Buffalo by wagon ana
then send them West on one of the
Erie Railroads early morning trains.
alleging that she had fixed the Pull
man conductors
Mrs. Simpson. who is now board
ing-house keeper in Buffalo. resided
here many years and is well known
here. She knew Reeves well, and num-
Der of years ago she worked for him.
Captain Iiassett put the matter into
the hands of the Buffalo officials, and
while they were watching for the van
the accident occurred
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
HIGH PRICES PREVAIL
FOR FIRST-CLASS HORSES
Purchase by Fire Department Recalls
Veto of Former Authorization
by Mayor.

Two resolutions adopted by the
Board of Supervisors authorizing ex-
penditures of $4,000 for ten horses
and S2479 for nine horses supplied
by John ]. Doyle to the Fire Depart
ment were sent to Mayor Schmitz yes
terday for his approval.
Some months ago the Mayor vetoed
an authorization for $500 for two
horses purchased by the Health De-
partment for the Almshouse on the
ground that horses were being bought
by the Fire Department for $500 each
and less. 1t was brought to the at
tention of his Honor that heavy draft
horses commanded much higher
figure but he refused to withdraw his
veto of the demand. The Board of
Supervisors then overrode his veto by
the necessary fourteen votes. The
fact that the Fire Department has
paid $500 each for horses in one in
stance and $275 in another seems to
uphold the claim of the board named
that high prices prevail for first-class
horses such as the Fire Department
needs.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
BORERS STRIKE GREAT
sUBTERRANEAN STREAM
WyO.. Is Planning to Use Well
for Supply Source.

CHEYENNE, Wyo., Dec. 9.-In dig
ging an artesian well on the ranch Of
John ". Griffin, six miles west of this
city, the drill at a depth of 265 feet
penetrated a vast underground lake or
stream and a column of water six
inches in diameter spouted out to
height Of forty feet Soundings were
made which failed to find bottom. The
flow is so great that it is more than
ample to supply the entire needs of the
city of Cheyenne, and it is possible
pipe line will be built to furnish the
city with water from this source.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
HERMOSHLO WAREHOUSE
is DESTROYED BY FIRE
Building Owned by Largest Import
ing Firm i'm the Capital of Sonora
Goes Up in Smoke.

TUCSON. Ariz.. Dec. 9.-Hermosillo
was visited by fire at l o'clock Tues
morning and the mammoth stores and
warehouses of Hernandez Gaxiola &
Co, the largest merchants and import
ers in The capital Of Sonora, were de-
stroyed. The loss is estimated at $75,-
600, with $4,000 insurance. The
buildings destroyed faced the Plaza
de Don Luis and adjoining struc-
lures. The Miners Bank of Her
mosillo was saved only by the heroic
work by the fire and police depart
ments. Conrad GaXiola, a member of
the house, was seriously injured by
falling walls while attempting to save
valuable papers. He may die. The
company's safes contained several
thousand dollars in specie and bank
notes. They have not yet been found
in the smoking ruins.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
Marriage Licenses.

OAKLAND. Dec. 9.-The following
marriage licenses were issued by the
County Clerk to-day: Charles P. Mott,
aged 81 years, Mayfield. and Edith S.
Byxbee. 80, Fruitvale; Harry Roberts
2S, Denver, and Gusta Boswell 20. San
Francisco; Denny z. McDermott, %,
and Tina Z. Miller. 19. both of San
Francisco; Frederick Schiller, 81 and
Jeanne Marie Augel, 81, both of Berke-
ley: Charles Nicholson 3S. and Mary ].
Waters, 26. both of Lerkeley.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
Mrs. sobieski to Speak Here.

The December meeting of San Fran
cisco Prohibition Alliance will be held
at 1872 McAllister street Thursday even
ing. December 10. at 7:45 o'clock, and
will be addressed by Mrs. John SObieski
Of Los Angeles, wife of the Polish ora
tor. Colonel Sobieski. The public is
cordially invited to attend the meeting.
r. Foster Stcne of Missouri will arrive
in California and speak in the interest
of the Prohibition Alliance. beginning
January Is.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
DESPONDENT BARBER TRIES
TO ASPHYXIATE HIMSELF
George B. Vanderveer, Formerly of
San Francisco, Turns on Gas in
His POom In Woodland.

WOODLAND, Dec. 9.-George b.
Vanderveers a barber. made two at
tempts to-day to commit suicide. Twice
in his room at the Hotel Julian he
turned on the gas jet, after having
closed AID locked the windows and
doors. In both instances the hotel por
ter detected the odor of gas and en-
tered the room in time to prevent Van
derveers desperate designs. Disap-
pointment in love affairs was the cause.
Vanderveer is now being watched. He
recently came here from San Francisco
and is said TO have relatives living in
Los Angeles.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
MOVEMENT OF BRITISH
SOVEREIGNS UNUSUAL
Flow Of British Gold to America Tn
precedentcd Because of the Low
Level of Exchange Market.

NEW YORK, Dec. 9.-By far the
most interesting feature Of the cur
reht gold movements has been the use
Of British sovereigns as a form of re-
mittance. Sovereigns are very rarely
used by gold importers owing TO the
traditional dislike Of London to ex-
port them and 10 the difficulty of Sc
curing coin approximately near enough
standard weight TO make them profit
able. The $4,000 Of sovereigns engaged
abroad by New York bankers this week
brings the total movement to this
country Of British coin up to $500, 600
since November q last. This is gen
orally regarded as a most remarka bic
movement, made possible only because
Of the sbnormally low level at which
the exchange market has ruled and
the very high price asked for gold bars
in London.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
LAND OFFICE MUST
SUBMIT TO PROBING
Secretary Hitchcock Anxious TO Get
All Information Possible Con-
corning Frauds DeveIoDed.

WASHINGTON. Dec. s.-Incidental
90 the general investigation being con-
Quoted by the Interior Department into
the land frauds in the West an in
quiry is being made of the records in
the General Land Office in Washing
ton By inspectors detailed for that pur-
pose. Their inquiries are in connection
with charges that employees of the Of
fee have given advance information Of
lands 10 be set aside for forest reser-
varions whereby opportunities are af
fOrded spectators to take up lands in
the territory to be reserved.
Secretary Hitchcock win not make
any detailed statement as to the scope
Of the inquiry to- be made. con6ning
himself 20 the general statement that
an investigation Of the records Of the
local Office along the lines indicated is
under way
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
DIES FROM THE BULLET
SPED BY HER HUSBAND
Mrs Emma Benes, Who Was shot in
the Back Last Monday,
SuccumbS

Mrs. Emma Benes. who was shot in
the back by her husband. George Benes.
in the Humboldt House. 1909 Stockton
street, last Monday morning died at
the Humboldt House at O'Clock last
night from the effects of the gunshot
wound. The COroner's Office was noti-
fled and the body removed to the
Morgue. Benes is lying in cot at the
Central Emergency Hospital. suffering
from a wound in the neck. self-fnhicted
with suicidal intent. The doctors say
he will recover and as soon as he is
convalescent he will be removed to the
City Prison. where a charge Of murder
will be placed against his name The
tragedy was the outcome of insane
Jealousy on the part of the murderer,
who endeavored TO have his wife re-
turn to him, and upon her refusal IA
tally wounded her and shot himself.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
DEMENTED PORTUGUESE
SHOOTS AND KILLS WIFE
Murderer Then Runs Into a Wood
shed i'm Rear OF His Home and
Commits Suicide.

REDWOOD CITY. Dec. 9.-Matthew
Silva, a Portuguese, aged 81 years.
during At Of temporary insanity this
morning shot and killed his wife, Mary
Silva, aged 40. in her home at Wood
side. Silva then rushed out into a
woodshed and fired two shots into his
body and died almost instantly. Silva
had not been working lately on ac-
count of sickness. He had been COM
planning of pains in his head and had
been drinking heavily.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
DREYFUS is HOPEFUL
OF FAVORABLE VERDICT
Director MERCER of Ministry of JUS
tice Has Finished His Examina-
ton and VIII Now Report.

PARIS. Dec. 9.-Victor Mercier one
Of the directors Of the Ministry Of Jus
tice and reporter OF the Dreyfus COM
mission. has completed his examina-
tion Of the documents submitted to the
commission BY the Ministers Of War
and q Justice He viii now begin the
preparation Of his report. which he ex-
poets viii be finished within another
week. n. Mercier's conclusions are not
suthoritatively known. but Dreyfus'
friends are confident that he win advise
a revision Of the case
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
NATIONS NAY PLACE
ITALIAN IN MACEDONIA
Negotiations for the Selection of an
Officer for the International
Gendarmerie Still Pending.

ROME, Dec 9.-Negotiations are still
pending looking TO the selection of an
Italian officer. probably a general, as
commander Of the proposed nterna-
tional gendermerie in Macedonia. It
is denied that Should an Italian officer
be selected he viii be first compelled
70 enter the service Of Turkey, as this
would interfere with his duties. which
would not only be unlimited in exer-
cising vigilance for the protection of
Mussulmans and Christians alike. but
which would also compel him to see
that Ottoman rule in Macedonia did not
conflict with the AustrO- Russian re-
form scheme as accepted by the Porte.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
Senator CIarI, Is mn.

NEW YORK. Dec. 9.-Senator VIII
liam A. Clark of Montana, who has
been i'll in his apartments in this city
for the past five days, was operated on
for an affection of the ear to-day and
viii be confined to the house for at
least three weeks. The. operation was
successful
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
Hartman N-ins BowIlng Prize.

The Reliance Bowling Club members
held their regular weekly games at the
EiHtracht Hall on Twelfth street on
Monday. The games were exciting
Chris Hartman. the president of the
club. was the winner, making a score
of 20 in the nine-pin alley. The COM
plete scores we're: Chris Hartman 20,
Harry Fisher So. Charles Panckow 67,
Joseph Moore Ga. Charles Sonnicksen So.
William jamie SO, II. B. Rye 56, William
Wielbye Sc, r. Steg1nan IS.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
Earthquake Makes Windows Rattle

TACOMA, WASH. Dec. 9.-People
living in the vicinity of Enumclaw, at
the base of Mount Tacoma. were
startled by two distinct shocks of
earthquake, at s o'clock last night.
The vibrations apparently Travelled
from east to west and were sufficiently
strong to set chairs rocking and doors
and windows rafting. The vibrations
lasted about fifteen seconds. The sec
ond shock followed the first in less
than five seconds.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
Ministers Fight Slot Machines.

REDDING. Dec. 9.-The Redding
Ministerial Association has presented a
written request to the Grand Jury ask
ing that body to use its influence
toward prohibiting slot machines in
Shasta County. The ministers ask the
jury now in session TO recommend that
the proper authorities put an end to
the slot machines here.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
VIOLENT ACT
DERANCES MIND
Attempted Suicide of Mrs. J.
Kleigel Unbalances Brain
of Mrs. Anna Kleigel
SHE MUST GO TO ASYLUM
The Afflicted Women Are
Wives of Men Who Are
Relatives of Each Other
Oakland Office San Francisco Can.

OdhIdHu OIuCe san Francesca Cdlls
Ills Broadway, Dee 9.
Complaint was made this afternoon
charging Mrs. Anna KleigeI of 1907 Pc
rata street with insanity. She is a
cousin of Mrs Joseph B. Kleigel and
the latter attempted to commit suicide
yesterday by throwing herself in front
of broad gauge train. 1t is believed
that the act of one woman was the
cause of the unbalancing of the mind
of the other.
Mrs. Anna Kleigel has been in the
asylum before. but had recovered suf-
ficientiy TO be allowed her liberty. She
has become so badly deranged. how
ever, that it is believed she will be sent
back to the asylum in order to stay her
permanent relapse Arrangements
have been made TO have her brought
before the courts in the morning and
have her recommitted to the UlSiah
Asylum.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
Charged with stealing Rifles.

Walter Roemer, Harvey Earnest,
Ivan Earnest and Charles Herring were
arrested early yesterday morning by
Policeman Kane as they were coming
out of shooting gallery at 5s1 Pacific
street, owned by a Japanese named o.
Fakurai. The men were charged with
stealing two rifles, the property of
Fakurai III
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
Death Summons a Salinas Rec,,se

SALINAS, Dec. s.-Captain Tendall
B. Oliver, a native of Maine. aged 70.
and for more then thirty-six years a
resident of Salinas. died here last
night The deceased was until 1860
captain of the steamer New York. run
ming to Cuba, but owing to disappoint-
ment in love affair he came to Sa-
linas, where he lived the life of
recluse.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
Fog Delays salvage Operations.

VICTORIA. 3. G. Dec. 9.-Hesvy fog
continues 10 delay salvage operations Of
the stranded British cruiser Flora on
Denman Island. but the wreckers are
meeting with better success. The sixth
attempt 10 haul the vessel off resulted
IN the cruiser moving six feet from the
reef nearer deep water. Another at
tempt will be made at high tide to-mor-
row. The weather remains calm.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
Naval Aid to the Presidenr.

WASHINGTON, Dec. e.-Commander
c. NJ. WinslOw was designated to-day
as naval aid TO the President to sue
ceed Captain W. s. cowles. who has
been assigned TO command the new
bsttleship Missouri.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
Rear Admiral Gherardi Dying.

STRATFORD, Conn, Dec. 9.-Rear
Admiral Bancroft Gherardi, U. S. N.
(retired) is dying at his home here
from diabetes, complicated with neph-
ritis
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
Britisb Ship Aristides Missing.

LONDON. Dec. s.-The British ship
Aristides, Captain Poppy. from Junin
for San Francisco, has been posted at
Lloyds' as missing.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10
HAS AMERICAN TRADE
IN MANCHURIA IN VIEW
Secretary of State Hay Writes Letter
of Great Interest to Manufac-
turers and Producers.

Andrea SbarbOro. president of the
Manufacturers and Producers Asso-
citation. has received a letter from Sec
retary Of State Hay acknowledging the
receipt Of resolutions relative to the
trade Of the United States in Manchu-
ria which were adopted after the assO-
citation had considered a report from J.
b Havre- IN his letter Secretary Hay
says.
The s0bject TO which you refer is one Of the
greatest importance and has occupied the close
attention OF President Mckinley and Of Presi-
dent Roosevelt for several years. The object
which you propose IS one to which this Govern
ment has steadily adhered and has pursued
through circumstances OF peculiar difficulty and
embarrassment can, only assure YOU ami
authorize YOU to assure your associates that
the President viii not Lose sight OF the inn
portant interests 20 which he has already de-
voted so much time and care.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10

STANFORD UNIVERSITY Dec. ALFRED
Aubert HampsOn 90 was elected editor IN chief
OF the Daily PaiO Alto. the college daily. az
the election OF the Associated Students held
to-day He defeated his opponent. F. W
Powell bv the vote OF 412 to 1S2. HampsOn
is the present managing editor OF the student
body organ. while POwelliis the news editor
TOPEKA Kans. Dec 9.-The annual meet
ing OF the Atchison. Topeka and Santa Fe
Railway Company will be held here to-m
royF -Four directors will be chosen and a vote
taken on some proposed amendments 20 the
by. laws
HIILSBORO Tex. Dec 9.-Fhe town OF
Abbott eight miles south OF here. was almost
wholly destroyed by fire to-day. Fifteen build
inrs were destroyed. Loss, $4,000
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10

BUTLER, Pa. Dec 9.-Three typhoid fever
deaths and twelve new cases were reported
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-10

MADRID Dec. s.-Kinr Alfonso left for
rsbon this afternoon
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-04-30

The sumptuous setting. the large COM
psny OF notable players. and the eiabor-
are surroundings OF r. II. Sothern's pro-
duction OF IF We're King produce tho
pomp and circumstance OF the most artis-
tic period Of French history-the reign Of
King Louis x1. during the fifteenth Gen.
tury. Southern's presentation OF the play
has given him rank among the first stage
producers OF the drama OF today and
through his embodyment OF the changing
career OF Francois Viilon, from the rise
OF a roistering vagabond I'm the first act
70 his becoming the foremost man In Par
In. he has shown his great mastery OF
stage expression.
Sothern brings hare the entire scenic
embellishments OF the play, and II sup
ported by ths same dramatic organiza- =
ton seen with him during his recent en-
gagement OF four months at the Garden
Theatre. New York. In this play. New
York which In accustomed to magnificent
scenic display pronounced Sotheyn's dra-
matte presentation the most splendid seen
In recent years on any New York stage.
Mr.. Sothern's company includes 100 peo-
pie. Miss Cecilia LOTUS IL leading wom-
an.
Y. n. sothern come. 20 the Providence
opera House for three nights beginning
this evening and Saturday matinee.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-04-30
CURTAIN
HAS Been
LOWERED
Stuart Robson, Veteran Come.
dian, Makes Final Exit From
Stage Of Life. Died Suddenly

New York. April 0.-Stuart Robson
the veteran comedian, died last night OF
heart disease at the Hotel Savoy. He
was 67 years old. and had been on the
stage for 81. years.
Mr. Robson was taken III early In
March and was Obliged 10 rest completely
for two weeks. He resumed his engage
ments on March 10. after playing In New
York and Brooklyn appeared In various
towns in the upper state. few Gays
ago he was taken sick I'm Auburn, n. T.
and was then brought to this city.
The interment will take place at Co
hasset. Mass. tomorrow.
Stuart Robson was born In Annapolis.
Md. I'm 1895. and first appeared on the
stage in Baltimore In 1882. He attracted
attention by his performance In Black
Eyed Susan" where he took the part
OF Capt Crosstree. He Joined w. h.
Crane in 1870. and then appeared in our
Boarding House." "A Comedy OF Errors.
"The Merry Wives OF Windsor and
"The Henrietta" He separated from
Mr. Crane In 1889 and had starred since
in leading roles OF legitimate comedy. lie
was married in 1894 TO Mary Waldron, "A
former member Of Augustine Daly's COM
pany. who afterward appeared with him.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-04-30
GIVEN A WELCOME.
Rev. J. Herbert Yeoman and Wife Are Re-
ceived by New ParlshionerS. z

A reception was rendered TO Rev. j..
Herbert Yeoman and his wife at the
Free Congregational church on Richmond
street last evening. Rev. Mr.. Yeoman
recently began his pastorate with this
church. He was formerly located in
Boston.
Prayer was offered by Rev. EDWARD
Could a former pastor Then followed
a selection by a quartet composed OF
Miss Eichhorn OF the Boston Fadettes or
chestra, violinist: Robert Grant. mute:
Miss Helen Grant. cello. and Flora Belle
Grant. accompanied.
The new pastor was welcomed 10 the
church by Deacon McNair and Senior
Deacon Smith received with Mr. and Mrs.
Yeoman The welcome TO the Congre ga
tional churches of the city was extended
by Rev. T.. T. Root and TO the city by
Rev. ]. Francis Cooper OF Trinity church.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-04-30
SEATS FOR ben HUR."
Immense Crowd Gathered At Providence
Opera House TO Await Opening Of Box Office

At o'clock this morning the sale OF
seats opened at the Providence Opera
House for the important two weeks en-
gagement OF Klaw & Erlanger's stupen-
dous BEN Hur." an event which Is
looked forward TO by residents OF this
section with the greatest interest and
eagcrness.
citiee on this special spring tour, aud ar
rangements have been made for special
rates and facilities for tho convenisncs
Of Suburban patrons. Reports from
Springfield. where Ben Hur'' Is Iaying
at present, indicates that an important
epoch wfll be marked In tho story of
theatres In this section. The advance
sale is over $4,000. and an extra matinee
II announced In order 10 meet the ex-
traordinary demands for seats
A large attendance from out OF town
ts always noticeabs during the Ben
Hur'' runs, and for the acoomm od ton
OF those patrons who cannot be repre-
sented at the box Office today a mail or
der system has bean inaugurated Such
orders addressed to Manager Wendell
scha efer. accompanied by remittance, will
be filled in the order received after the
sale OF seats opens No seats have been
iaid aside In advance. and an absolutely
clean box office sheet was shown the first
purchaser this morning from which to
make selections.
The throng that gathered at the opera
house today was OF immense proportions
and extended from the box office through
Dorrance street and q long distance UP
Weybosset street Indeed, II was the
bisgert aggregation OF ticket seekers the
city has ever witnessed and IL presages
a crowded house at every performance Of
Ben Hur."