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The Delta independent., 1903-11-06
GENERAL news items
News from Over the Country
Briefly Told.

General Chase was found guilty of
disobedience to obey orders in the re
cent court martial proceedings.
In the burning of a tenement house
in New York city last Sunday morning,
25 persons were sutfucated and burDed.
The Denver University football team
won by a score OF 10 to over the Utah
team. at Salt Lake city last Saturday.
Neither team was able to score touch
down, Denver winning by sateties kicked
from the field.
London, the largest ci'y 10 the world.
has never owned her own wsterworks,
but now has them condemned prepara-
tory to buying The company asks
S4S. 100000. for the plant.
1t is learned that o.t OF lO3 passeu
gers, 45 were drowned in the sinking of
the japanese steamer off the coast Of
Japan last Friday. The disaster was
caused by a collision with Russian
steamer,
Two cars OF dynamite exploded in the
railroad yards at CrestIine. Ohio last
Sunday evening. Many houses were
wrecked and a number of the yard EN-
ployes were killed. besides several hun
dred cars we're wrecked together with
the yard buildings.
A disasterous wreck occurred on the
Santa Fe about thirty eight miles eas
Of Pueblo Inst Friday morning. IN which
thirty passengers were injured. The
entire train plunged through bridge.
which it is thought had been tampered
with. The railroad companys damage
is said to be slS.0Oo.
Another wreck occurred Monday on
the Santa Fe east of Pueblo. near La
Junta. The wreck was similar to the
one which happened last week on the
spikes had been pulled in order to wreck
the train. II was the number Of the
train that was in the other wreck. The
fireman and engineer were killed and
several passengers wounded.
4 band OF several hundred Crow IndI
ans have been on the rampage for the
last week in Wyoming Las; Saturda!
Sheriff Miller and his deputy wer.
killed by a band OF twenty five Indians
who had ambushed the posse which on
ly numbered six. In the battle three
Indians were killed and it is reported
that ten have since been slain by army
parties v no are securing the country il
search Of them.
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06
Burned in Cabin.

At about halt past 6 O'Clock Tuesday
morning neighbors living near NJ. E.
Huuk, on Surface Creek noticed smoke
issuing from his cabin. On going to the
scene it was discovered that the entire
building was atire On the inside. Nr.
Houk's name was called but no answer
was received and it is thought that he
was sutfocated by the smoke some time
before anyone arrived.
He was an old man eighty seven years
of age and was crippled and it is oe-
lieved that in starting tire in the early
morning he had overturned lamp by
accident and being intrm. was unable
to escape as the door was closed whe n
ueighbors arrived.
He was seen about 9 o'clock the
evening before by ueighbors who were
at his cabin.
He has lived in that section good
many years and being by himself the
neishbors having kindly feeling for
him have looked after him TO great
extent.
Coroner Houts was sent for. but after
making proper Investigations came to
the conclusion that it was purely an
accident.
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06
Halloween Party.

A pleasant Halloween party was given
at the beautiful home OF W. B. Stock
ham by Miss Nellie, who invited twenty
of her young friends to pass the even
in.; with her.
The decorations were beautiful and
appropriate. the games characteristic
and entered INTO with the zest OF youth.
One feature was the appearance Of a
witch who in the wierd light of the jack
lanterns, the electricity turned off, told
something of the future OF those present.
After the merriment subsidized the
boys dove for apples upon which the
different girls names were pinned.
The refreshments OF a dainty but sub
stantIal character were served amid
Laughter, guessing riddles aud the tell
ing OF Halloween stories. Then fake
cake received a stir from each guest.
Another hour passed in games, music,
etc. then each, taking piece OF cake
and declaring they had had an excellent
time, departed tired but happy.
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06
Sketch Of William F. Johnson's Life.

William F. johnson was bosn in Lam
.ster County, Pa. 70 years ago the 9th.
day OF last April. He grew to man hood
in the place OF his birth and at the age
OF twenty-one. wac united in marriage
to Catherine Styer. the siIors rho now
survives him. 55 years they walked to-
gether in the checkered pathway Of life,
beautiful years OF mutual trust, happi-
pess and toll unmarried by the serious
disagreements ard Inscriptions that are
scattered all through life. Seven chill
dren we're born Of their union. Five OF
these came TO adult years and likewise
survive their houored father. Much OF
Mr.. Johpson's life was spent in the lum-
Der busicess in his native state, where
he held responsible position as q
trusted employee under one OF the
strongest business firms OF that state
He was a member OF the l3lst. Penn
sylyyania Volunteers during the civil
war and served his country with patri
otic fidelity in many OF the battles OF
that unfortunate and terrible struggle.
lie lived in Williamsport, Pa. about
thirty five years aud while there he was
general superintendent for the late
John Du Boise Lumber Co. He spent
about one year in the state of Michigan
coming to Colorado in 1850. and to Delta
the same year. so the family was one OF
the earlier settlers.
Mr.. johnson was a man known for
what he was-he was genial, companion
able, industrious. OF superior intellect,
and much given 10 reading. Indeed. it
was matter OF surprise TO the casual
visitor to his home. to find the number
aud the class OF books with which he
delighted to while away his leisure.
His wide experience, keen observation
general activity and quick mind to-
geiher with his kindly and generous dis
position caused him to be loved and ee-
teemed by all who knew him. He had
an almost unexhaustable fund OF Incl
dent and his shrewd. penetrating judg-
ment and sensible practical knowledge
OF current affairs, made him not only an
entertaining and most desirable assbci-
ate, but also charming friend ard
companion. There is something in the
contemplation OF life, such as has ju. I
gone out, which adds to the dignity OF
manhood. He was good, he had integ.
rity and the LITTLE CHILDREN loved him.
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06
Many We're Jugged.

The boys OF this burg started out Sat
urday night TO have Halloween all their
Own way, but the city oIice force want
ed 10 know exactly where they came in
at. consequently there was something
doiu' in police circles.
The boys made brags early in the
evening Of their intention OF doing
things up brown, but before midnight
some twenty-five or thirty were Ian
gushing 10 the cooler"
There was great roar sent up when
they suddenly found that the festivities
OF the evening had come to a close, and
many foud parents we're waiting for
their little Bill Bailey's" to come home
Promptly at u o'clock they we're
turned out and the way they "hikied''
for home did not bother the young boys
much.
The town has been rather quiet since
evenings
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06
James A. Layton Dead.

James A. Layton. one OF the founders
of Grand Junction. died early Friday
morning from nervous prostration and
stomach trouble.
Mr.. Layton came to Colorado in 1879
and to this section in 1852. He was
county clerk from 1888 to 1857. He held
the office OF Register of the United
States land office under the Mckinley
administration. resigning two years ago
on account OF i'll health. He leaves a
widow and two sons, one of whom is
DR.. Edward Layton of Chicago, and the
other Harry Layton, a business man in
New York.
The deceased was born in Lafayette,
Ind. in ls4l. and served with the Third
Illinois cavalry. He was a member OF
the G. A. r. and has been Mason Tor
thirty yssrs-
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06
Real Estate Transfers.
For WEEK ESDING OcT. 81, 1868.

For WEEK ENDING Ocr. 81, 1868.
Arthur r Kent to Elizabeth A. Trew;
acres, con. 81 .325 90.
Karl Shafer to D. Zancanela ct al; 40
acres, con. s2,SOOOO.
VIM. F. Conine to r. L. Young; Il
acres. con. $4,000.
Lillis Williams to James Morrow; )
acres. con. S22,2OOO0.
W. V. Marsh to Thomas V. Allison:
100 acres, con. 50 10000.
II. L. Moller to Leroy X. Tolle; 10
acres, con. $4,000.
Elizabeth Hutchkiss to H. G. knight
ct al; lot in Hotchkiss. con. $4,000.
S. l.. Fairlamb to Lioael Wigram ct
al; part Delta Townsite, con. $3.50 90.
Virginia Cavalier to Jas. T Myers;
lot in Hotchkiss, con. $4,000.
Elizabeth Hotchkiss ct al. to Maud T.
Nelson; part NWA NWl-4 section 81,
township IA. SR 81. con. s225 90.
Wm. X. Miller to II. E. Woodward;
60 acres, con. $4,000.
Elizabeth a. Trew to W. f. Horpsby
ct al; acres. con. 81 $1,000.
Cyrus Stiison 10 toote & Williamson;
10 in Paonia, con. sl.l2O 90.
Geo. d. Freed to Jas, II. Carson; lots
IN Delta. con. 100000.
Edward J. Mathews 10 Josephine P.
Hengstler; part lots in Paonia. cou.
$4,000.
c. E. Wetzel to Anna Hopkins; lot in
Delta. con. $4,000.
Emma NJ. Fluallen to Thomas T
Ouftield ct al; 40 acres. $500 CO.
Emma NJ. Fluallen, admx. 10 Thos. 7.
Dutfield ct al: 40 acres, cou. $1,000.
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06
Teachers Interstate Examintion CourSe.

Teachers wishing to prepare for ex-
J. L. Graham, LII. D., 152 l54 Randolph
Building, Memphis, Tennessee. for
particulars concerning his special
Teachers Examination Course.
This course is taught by mail and
prepares teachers for examination in
every state in the Union. Leading
educators pronounce it the best course
ever offered to the teaching profession
and all teachers wishing to advance in
their profession should Immediately
avail themselves Of it. Enclose stamp
or reply.
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06
Supervision Of Trust Companies.

The creation Of trust companies. such
as those Baltimore concerns which have
gone into the hands o; receivers. has
been very marked during the past few
years. Some OF these financial institu-
tons are undoubtedly sound and are
conducted upon right business princi-
pies. baI that this is not true Of all OF
them is quite couclusively shown by the
Baltimore failures aud it is not surpris-
ing that this experience has suggested
the question abether these trust com
panies should not be placed under fed
eral supervision. Although the COM
pAuies operate under state charters and,
like state banks. have no direct rela-
tiops with the nai.ona, SoyernGseSi, il
is yet thought that they might be re-
9uired to make certain reports to the
bureau OF corporations. in order that a
restraining influence may be applied 10
prevent ipjudicious and reckless hand
ling OF the funds entrusted to them.
II is stated that the bureau OF corpor-
atoms has already considered the gener-
al question OF the government having
8 me sort OF supervisory power over
trust companies AS well as other corpor
ations acting in the capacity OF banks
but doubt is expressed as to whether
under the law the bureau OF corpora
tions possesses the authority to require
reports OF business operations from
trust companies. 1t is pointed out that
porations engaged in interstate com
merce and while it is true that the
trust onpanies loan money in adjoiu-
ing states, il is question whether this
which the bureau OF corporations will
. act.
A treasury official is quoted as saying
that il would be desirable for the gov
ernment to have a hand in the super
vision OF large trust corporations. even
IL it amounted 10 nothing more than to
receive regular statements OF the nature
OF the business being doue. The diff
CuIt.. uuNtNei. w suc ~as " 'h'o 70 ''N
Limitation which the constitution places
upon the authority OF the general gov
erpment in regard to corporations. 1t
can reach none but such as are engaged
in commerce between the several states
or with foreign countries. 1t would be
very broad construction OF this provis-
ion OF the constitution that should ex-
tend it's operation to the trust compa-
nies
That the question II supervision OF
these companies is important will be
understood from the fact that according
to the last reports TO the Treasury de
partment, which gave returns from only
twelve states, there were AIT trust com
panies whose total resources amounted
to nearly s2,O0o.00o,00o. Corporations
having such vast financial power and
responsibility certainly ought TO be sub.
ject to some sort OF supervision and the
states that charter thcse companies and
in which they do business should pre-.
vide for properly supervising their opel
atoms. The Baltimore failures have
clearly shown that there is recklessness
in the affairs OF some OF these concerns
and there is some reason to fear that
this is q, general as to constitute very
real danger.
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06
Horns Struggle for Life.

Life and death for Tom Horn hang
balanced on woman's word. Out of
her silence. hitherto unbroken. Gwen
doiene Myrtle kimmel has spoken and
her utterance, il true, may mean life and
liberty for the condemned cattle detec-
tive, probably prison and death for Vic
tor Miller. boy yet in his teens.
The criminal annals OF Wyoming have
produced no more dramatic scene than
when Attorney I. F. Burke, backed by
a bomely. dwarfed little woman with re-
solve and determination shining in her
eyes, laid before Governor Fenimore
Chatterton an array OF evidence in last
attempt to prove the innocence OF man
condemned to die.
The central bulwark OF this evidence
is this wonan's word, but il is support
ed by affidavits OF others. Chief OF the
atiidavits are those OF ex Deputy Sheriff
Peter Warlamont, Mrs. Lille G. Ora
ham. United States District Attorney
Timothy +. Burke. Z. w. Whitman,
Deputy District Attorney E. L. Clark
and John Martin of Albany county.
Important, but secondary affidavits. are
those OF F. W. Mulock and Pete Ander-
son, both OF Denver; F. Olson OF Lyons.
Colo; Alexander 7. HITLER OF Denver;
Elizabeth Hawes OF Cheyenne and john
c. Coble OF Bosler.
The womau's word lie the affidavit OF
Gwendolene Myrtle Kimmel.
Horn has made an appeal to the gov
ernment for life sentence and has il
ing a strong plea for his life.
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06
Gunnison Bridge Broken.

Monday evening the Gunuison bridge
was broken. One span and several sup
porters we're broken aud travel was sus.
pended during tho night The cattle
which did the damage belonged to E. II.
Roee. OF Montroee, and il is said that 50
head were on the bridge when it broke.
As only . head are allowable on the
bridge at ono time II would seem that
Mr.. R,es is liable for the damage sus,
tanned.
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06
Fifteen Killed In Wreck.

An excursion train OF twelve coacht 8
dashed into coal train near 1ndianap.
oils last Saturday. The passenger train
was loaded down with students from
Purdue. Ind. en- route to indianapolis,
together with football team, which
was scheduled 10 participate in the an
uusl football game between the Purdue
and Indiana Universities. Fifteen were
killed outright and over fifty injured
Several OF those belonging to the foot
bali team were killed.
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06
Over 100000 Trout.

Recently more than No,OOO small
trout have been deposited in the differ
ent streams OF Delta county. The larg-
est share OF them going TO the Surface
Creek tributaries and the Smith Fork
near Crawford. Many of these were
rainbow. This is the allotment allowed
Delta county in line OF spawn taken
from Grand Mesa lakes.
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06
Tunnel Outlook Good.

While nothing definite has been given
out regarding the Gunnison tunnel. the
Tact that corps OF surveyors are at
work would indicate that the national
government means business. There is
absolutely no reason why the tunnel
will not be u go. Those who are in the
best position to judge believe that with
the coming OF spring the contract will
be let.
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06
The Greeley Potato Crop.

Ten thousand cars will be required to
move the Greeley potato crop to market
this season. These potatoes are shipped
FAR beyond the boundaries OF the state.
Thousands OF car loads are sent to Kan
sas and Texas. and some go as far as the
Atlantic seaboard. The fame OF Gree
lev potatoes is thus widespread, and it
is becoming better aud better estab-
lished every year.
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06
Teachers Wanted.

We need at once few more teachers
for fall schools. Good positions are
being filled daily by US. We are ,eceiv-
ing more calls this year than ever before.
Schools and colleges supplied with
teachers free OF cost. Enclose stamp
for reply.
American Teachers Association.
J. L. GRAHAM. L. L. D., Manager,
l52-l54 Randolph Building, Memphis,
Tennessee.
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06
Advertised Letter List.

Lis. OF letters remaining uncslled for
in Delta postothce November 6, 1908.
Niger Camp. Kathryn Carmel.
c. F. Fleming, Mrs, Bessie NJ. Smith,
Dennis Mccarthy, Mrs. Ora Wilson,
c. H Mattoou, Mrs. c. E Thompson.
William Wilcox. MIS-. Lena Van Dyke.
c. b. CHRYSLER, 2. NJ.
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06

PENSsYLvASn-The entire Republi
can ticket was elected by over 100000
VOTES.
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06

NEBRAsKA-The vote for supreme
judge is very close. Democrats have
made gains in many sections Of the
state over last election.
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06
ELECTION RETURNS
Campbell Carries Delta by Almost
Two to One.

While the vote Tuesday was a light
one it shows conclusively that Delta
county can be placed firmly in the Re
publican ranks for some time to come
asilhe vote uas about two 10 one 10: t e
Republican ticket.
Chairman Fairely. OF Denver, claims
that Campbell has carried the state by
at least 5000 votes.
PROM OVER NHE coTSTRY
NEW wYoRK-McClelland, Dem carried
New York City for mayor. beating Seth
Low. Rep. by about 5000 votes,
OHIo-Tom johnson. Dem, was beat
en- I25.OOO and Republicans have carried
the legislature by big majority.
MARYLASD-The state went Demo
cratic By about 5000. The legislature
is close but the Democrats likely have
it. This means that Gorran will re
turn to the U. S. Senate.
KENTUCKY have carried
the state by between 1900 and 25.OCO
NEW JERsEY-Vo,e very close, both
Republicans and Democrats claim the
Legislature. The senate is safely Re
publican.
MASSACHUSETTS, Bates, Republican,
,..r,a. ,l. ~,,,,a hx 80 nOO ov.- n, ton
can.
NEBRASKA vote for supreme
judge is very close. Democrats have
made gains in many sections OF the
state over last election.
PENSsYLvASIA-The entire Republi
can ticket was elected by over 100000
|
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06

MASSACHUSETTS rs-Bates, Republican
carries the state by 23.Oo0 over GoJtan,
can.
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06

NEW JERSEY Vote very close, both
Republicans and Democrats claim the
Legislature. The senate is safely Re
publican.
The Delta independent., 1903-11-06

KENTUCKY have carried
the state by between 1900 and 25.OCt
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1903-04-08
TeIegraphic Briefs.

Tekoa, Wash.-The wife of Rick
Allen leaped into the icy waters of
Black lake last Sunday in "A fruitless
effort to save her husbands life after
he had slipped into the water from
q log boom.
Paris.--It is likely the Dreyfus
case will be opened again, on the
ground that information favorable to
Dreyfus was suppressed at the time
of his trial, and that the famous
German letter was a forgery.
Bismarck, n. D.--President Roose-
welt was received by Governor White
In the state capitol yesterday, and
during his stay received the greet
ings of all the big chiefs of the Sioux
Eandans and Grosventres Indians
who in person presented their re.
spects.
Albany.--President Roosevelt, as
governor of New York. was soundly
scored before the supreme court here
by ID. Il, Hill. who charged him with
passing the railroad franchise tar
bill 20 please socialists and other
noisy politicians" The constitution.
ality of the bill is being attacked.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1903-04-08
Personal.

Uncle" Joe Thwaits started unex-
pectedly for Portland yesterday. He
went on a visit, but may stay indefi-
nitely.
Dudley Lancaster, who for many
years worked in Spokane as news
paper man, and later as a mining
broker, has struck it rich in the east
having become identified with South
American mining properties.
S. S. Patterson of Uniontown, Pa
is the guest of his brother-in-law
w. +. Stephens, the real estate man
Patterson is an extensive coal mine
operator and is looking over Spokane
with view to investing in local reaI
estate. He may sell all his holdings
in Pennsylvania and make his home
here.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1903-04-08
SPORTING WORLD.

athletes of the S. A. A. c. will be
held tonight at the reception rooms
of the Spokane Amateur Athletic
club. AT the Monday night meeting
Eddie Dickson was appointed tenn
porary captain. He holds the p. N.
A. record for the 100yard and 220-
yard dash. The meeting tonight will
decide what recommendation will be
made to the directors regarding a
four or five lap track at Natatorium
park. Three big events are also
scheduled for recommendation to the
board. An indoor meet with the
Washington Agricultural college
team a challenge sent by the Whit
man college athletes and a proposal
to send a team to the northwestern
meet at Victoria, b. c., will also be
discussed.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1903-04-08
Local Markets.
Prices Paid to Producers.

Wheat. per bushel. club and red.
Csc; bluestem, zoe; barley, per ton
$21; oats, per ton, 1924; timothy hay.
per ton, $13: potatoes. per cwt., 35ci
onions. per cwt.. 6O@6oc; ranch but.
ter, per pound. 15Q2oc: eggs. fresh
per case, $50 $50; dry picked tur.
keys. per h.. 1Sc: alive, per h.. lac
scalded geese, per lb.. lac; alive. pei
alive. per lb., lie: scalded hens and
large yellow chickens, per h.. 14c
alive. per h.. lac.
Livestock-Cows. on foot, Sh 04c;
dressed. TIC; steers. on foot, ~ q
4Ac; dressed. Sc; sheep. on foot
4Q4kc; dressed. &c; hogs. on foot
7@7kc; dressed. 9@9hc; calves. loo
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1903-04-08
Brief Bits Of News.

M. NJ. Richardson, by his own re-
quest, has relinquished the rank of
major in the national guard and has
become captain of Company H, this
city.
In honor of their twelfth wedding
anniversary County Auditor 2. Stew
art and wife were Hesented with a
silver service by the employees of Mr..
Stewards Office yesterday.
For the year ending March 81 Spo-
kane ranked third of all the north
western cities in gross postal re-
ceipts, and second in the percentage
of increase. This includes the cities
of Washington, Oregon and Montana.
Rev. c. d. Nicholson, the Colfax
minister who threatened suicide by
jumping from the Monroe street
bridge for love of Mrs. Dunbar, a
former member of his church at
Goldendale. is working on a farm
near Hood River. Ore, for 81 per
day.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1903-04-08
MUNICIPAL ELECTION
RESULTS IN IDAHO

Following is the result of Idaho
municipal elections held yesterday:
Wallace-Citizens' ticket elected
with exception of one councilman.
Mayor T. ID. Connor reelected.
Wardner-Townsite ticket. consist
ing of present officials headed by
Mayor Hugh France. was reelected
against the citizens ticket. which was
backed by the mine interests.
Moscow-Taxpayers' ticket. headed
by j. c. Wolf for mayor. was elected.
Juliaetta-Only councilmen were
elected, part of a blind" ticket being
successful.
Genesee--J. J.. Conant Jr, elected
mayor. Quiet election.
Troy-Trusters elected: O. a.
johnson. Olaf Olson. William Duthie.
IT. H Christie, T.. E. Jolly. New
water works are a certainty.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1903-04-08
What Became Of
James Lees Gold.

What became of James Lees
gold?" Is a question the police have
been asking one another.
The James Lee referred to is the
Peaceful Valley man who committed
suicide by jumping into the river
when arrested with two other men
for looting Northern Pacific freight
cars at Marshall Junction.
According to Lees companion he
buttoned between SOS and 500 in gold
in one of his hip pockets a few min
utes before he was arrested. When
the body was found down the river
the pocket was still buttoned, but the
money and leather wallet were miss
ing.
Lees body was found by man
named King, who conducts the no.
torious lodging house Mt 100Sk First
avenue.