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The independent. [volume] (Lincoln, Neb.) 1902-1907, 1904-09-08
Good Eaton Jackets $3.50

These are of cheviot or broadcloth
in brown, blue and black with silk
Romano or satin lining. The lin
ing in some of them is worth more
than the price. There are not many
of them, SO look the matter up soon.
The jackets are reduced from $500
and 5000.
The independent. [volume] (Lincoln, Neb.) 1902-1907, 1904-09-08
FIanneIetts Wrappers Soc

An odd lot in dark and medium
colors. Neat belted styles trimmed
with small braids. Just the right
weight for fall. One couldn't buy
the material and make them for the
price.
The independent. [volume] (Lincoln, Neb.) 1902-1907, 1904-09-08
Dress Goods

Warm, medium priced, stylish
stuffs for fall and winter gowns are
here in great variety. If possible
visit our dress goods department.
and see for yourself what beautiful
materials these are.
Stuffs that man would be glad
to have 60 into his clothes are the
style this winter and they stand for
service as well as style.
The independent. [volume] (Lincoln, Neb.) 1902-1907, 1904-09-08
Walking Skirts SITS

Another odd lot of discontinued
lines worth up to SO each. Mix
lures and plain colors in blue, gray,
brown and black.
The independent. [volume] (Lincoln, Neb.) 1902-1907, 1904-09-08
Bryan's Attitude

Editor Independent; Can you ac-
count for Hon. W. J. Bryan's attitude
since the democratic national convcn-
tlOn7
The independent. [volume] (Lincoln, Neb.) 1902-1907, 1904-09-08
Sample Shopping Bags sI.25

A travelling mans sample line,
consisting of carriage bags, shopping
bags and chatelaine bags in all
shapes, sizes and qualities, plain and
fancy frames. Nearly every one is
different. A lot Of very fine goods
the regular price of which is as high
as $4.OO.
OF course you can buy bags at
any time for 800 but not such SER
viceable fine feathers as these.
The independent. [volume] (Lincoln, Neb.) 1902-1907, 1904-09-08

PLATFoRMS--of all parties. Includ-
ing those OF 1904. Price. postpaid. CSC.
Address this Office.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
REPUBLICANS DENY
COMBINATION STORY

At Republican headquarters today con-
siderable Indignation was expressed over
the publication of an alleged combination
between Mayor J.. d. Campbell and Gov
ernOr Mcbride. Mr.. Campbell and mem
bers of the campaign committee deny most
emphatically that there is any connection
between the municipal campaign and state
politics.
1t was stated that Mayor Campbells
sole purpose in wanting a third term
was to draw attention to himself as a
popular politician and then, through the
influence of Governor Mcbride, get into
the senatorial race. In return for Nc
Brides influence in helping land the toga,
Campbell, it is said, is to aid in delivering
Pierce county to Mcbride when the con-
venton is held next month.
Prominent Republicans take no stock in
the story whatever. They say that it is
nothing more than pipe dream The only
foundation for the story is the fact that
Mayor Campbell and other Republican
leaders, personally, are friendly to Cover
nor Mcbride and Congressman Cushman.
Friends of the railroad lobbyists, espe-
cially, have been active in circulating the
report, in the hope that it would ALLEVIATE
some Of Governor McBride's friends in
Pierce onitntv.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
A LOVERS PHONE

GUADALAJARA, Mexico, March d..
Juan Gutierrez Marmolejo, an employe Of
one Of the electric light companies OF this
city, has invented short distance tele-
phone which promises to make him one
Of the most popular men In Mexico. The
phone is destined for lovers who are
obliged to carry on courtships at the dis
tance between sidewalks and second story
balconies.
In Mexico young man is not allowed
to call on young woman until after all
arrangements have been made for we'd
ding, and all lovemahing has TO be done
from the outside. When man is so
unfortunate as to fall in love with girl
living on second floor he is compelled Ia
take people living in the immediate vicinity
into his condolences while counting her.
The new phone does away with this dis.
agreeable feature, as whispered converse.
tions can be heard distinctly at either end,
The girl is supposed to keep the appar.
atus, and lower the cord with a Transmits
ter to her lover when he appears.
As many Of the houses Of Guadalaiara
are two-story buildings, the invention is
bound 70 become very popular here The
inventor has applied to the Mexican gov.
ernment for patent.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
ENGLAND ALARMED AT
WEAKNESS OF LOND0N'S
DEFENSES ON THAMES

LONDON, March 2l.--In lecture be.
fore the United Service institute yesterday
Rear Admiral Close declared that London
was at the mercy Of any enemy who
wished to attack il.
Admiral Close said he was astonished
at the want Of proper defenses in the
Thames
II Germany declared war on Monday
she could have couple of gunpoats up
the river to the middle OF London the nexa
night. Any gunboat could get past
Sheerness, and there would be nothing to
stop It except a few police boats.
These invading vessels could nilict any
amount OF damage They could destroy
the houses Of parliament ard the Tower
and play havoc with the shipping The
danger was not realized by the public, and
until il was London would never be safe.
"War," said Admiral Close, will coma
upon US like flash Of lightning, and we
must be ready.
My remedy is that two gunboats should
always be stationed in the Thames itself,
50 that should an enemy get through ia
concealment there would still be some.
thing to reckon with; at present there il
nothing"
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
BAKER TROD
ON THEIR CORNS

WASHINGTON, D. c., March 2l.-In
the senate today Senator Carmack offered
a resolution of inquiry relative to the le-
gality Of the recent pension order of the
secretary of the interior. 1t went over.
In the house, Heppner Republican,, of
Iowa, raising question of privilege, stated
that Baker (Democrat), of New York had
violated the usages and courtesy of the
house by inserting in the Congressional
Record newspaper attack on Representa-
tive Babcock (Republican) of Wisconsin,
charging him with loading down the mails
under his frank, so that the amount han
died by his own postoffice and the rail
roads would increase their business and
compensation, Babcock to be rewarded by
the right to issue passes. He moved that
the speech be expunged,
Williams tDemocrat), of Mississippi de-
Tending Baker said that the latter had
made mistake in mentioning a members
name, and that the part referring to Bah
cock only should be expunged from the
record
Heppner demanded the previous question
and then Baker attempted to be heard. but
the speaker refused to recognize him. The
previous question was carried by viva
voce vote.
Division was demanded and the Repub-
hcans again had majority of 81.
Tellers were ordered The roll call re-
suited as follows Ayes, l30; noes, %. The
motion carried
The house then adjourned as a mark
of respect to the late Congressman Thomp-
son of Alabama.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
F. H. BAKER rs
AMONG THE MISSING

There is a great deal of anxiety felt con-
cerning the whereabouts of F. H. Baker,
who left this city about February II for
San Francisco. Since then not word
from him has been received by his friends.
Rev. John Reid, a very intimate friend
of Mr.. Baker, is afraid that he has been
the victim of foul play.
Mr.. Baker was formerly proprietor of
store on East p street. This he sold
some time ago, together with other prop
erty His wife had left for England in
December, and he remained here until
the middle of February, when he took his
departure for the old country by the way
of San Francisco.
Mail from Mrs. Baker has been accumu-
lating in this city for her husband the
past five weeks. Mr.. Baker, before he left
Tacoma, had promised to write to Rev. Mr..
Reid in day or two. but not line con
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
SCHOOL DIRECTORS
CAN LEARN SOMETHING

Thursday of next week VIII be directors
day at the teachers institute which will
be held in Tacoma, beginning Monday,
March 2S. The following subjects will be
discussed for their benefit and enight-
enment "The Duties of School Clerks as
to School Property; Consolidation of
Districts and transportation of Pupils;
''What Constitutes Good Teacher?';
"The Physical Side of an Education"
The topics are of very great import
ance from the standpoint of school di-
rector, and all school officers in the coun-
ty who can possibly attend are urged
to come.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
FIFTY YEARS IN
ACTIVE SERVICE

At o'clock tonight in the parlors of
the First Congregational church, win be
given a reception to Chaplain r. s. Stubbs
and wife, the occasion being in honor Of
the conclusion Of his so years Of service
as minister Of the gospel. There will
be short addresses by Rev. Edward r..
Ford, pastor Of the church; Rev. II. X.
Pendleton, representing the Ministerial al.
lance; Edwin Eels. w. g. Forrill and
A. n Fitch, followed by response by
Chaplain Stubbs A number Of solos will
be sung by Mrs Davenport and Charles d.
Harry Of the church choir. Light refresh
ments will be served by the ladies Of the
church during the evening. The commit
tee in charge of the arrangements are
Messrs. A. n. Fitch, w G. Davis, Robert
Hubby and Mesdames w G. Wheeler and
h. l.. Stocking.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
CROSSED THE OCEAN
SIX HUNDRED TIMES

LONDON, March 2l.--The funeral took
place at Todmorden recently of the we'll
known navigator, Captain Samuel Brooks,
who was noted as having crossed the AT.
lantic oftener than any other living man.
When Is years Of age Captain Brooks
started work as cabin boy on a small
sailing vessel, and during his so years'
career on the sea commanded the Inman
liner Kangaroo, Etna, City Of Washington,
City Of London, City Of Brooklyn, Edin-
burgh, City OF Richmond, City OF Chester,
and Arizona.
The last named ship, with the Alaska,
was the first Of the famous ocean grey
hounds
1t was his proud boast that not a single
ship or life intrusted to his care had been
lost Altogether he crossed the Atlantic
800 times, covering distance Of l,83O,O0O
miles.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
OFFICERS KILLED
A HIGHWAYMAN

SPOKANE, March 2l.-John Gingle, a
highwayman and horsethief, wanted by the
authorities at North Yakima for number
of crimes, was killed by Spokane officers
in a fight yesterday. Gingle had been
traced to the cabin in the eastern part
of the city. The cabin was surrounded by
officers. Deputy Sheriffs Doak and Pugh
broke in the door and commanded Glngle
to surrender. The latter, who was lying
in his bunk, opened fire, but missed The
officers fired three bullets into Gingle,
who died without speaking.
North Yakima officers who had chased
the hoTsethief to Spokane were outside
the cabin when the shooting occurred,
barring all avenues of escape. Gingle, who
was in bed, had revolver strapped to
him, while at the side of the bed was a
Winchester rife.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
EVANGELISTS NOT
COMING TO TACOMA

The Ministerial alliance held its usual
weekly meeting this morning in the Y M
G. A. parlors. Rev John Reid read an
interesting paper before the body on "St.
Patrick"
The alliance will attend the reception
given in honor of Chaplain and Mrs.
Stubbs at the Congregational church this
evening. Rev. H. X. Pendleton was select
ed to speak in behalf of the alliance.
Several weeks ago the ministers had a
plan on foot by which they hoped to be
able to secure the evangelists, Billy
Sunday and G. Campbell Morgan for a
series of meetings in this city. The com
mittee having the matter in charge re-
ported that it was unable to make ar
rangements to get either speaker.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
THE JAPS PRAISE US
IN FLOWING VERSE

TOXIC. March 2.--The Japs turn To
poetry at every chance. Here is one Of
their latest effusions on Americans,
translated;
What are those strangely clad beings
Who move quickly from one spot Of in.
terest to another
Like butterflies auttering from flower Ia
flower?
These are Americans.
They are as restless as the ocean.
In one day they will learn more Of city
Than the inhabitants will in a year.
Are they not extraordinary persons?
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
FIERCE FIGHT IN
CHELAN COUNTY

CHELAN, Wash, March 2l.-The politi-
cal fight in Chelan county RACES fercely
and both the Atkinson and Mcbride forces
are claiming the county. Mcbride club
membership rolls are being circulated free
ly in the Lake Chelan district, and Nc
Bride clubs will be perfected in Lakeside,
Chelan, Chelan Falls and along the lake.
The Mcbride followers are working night
and day hustling voters to the registration
office.
Followers of Mr.. Atkinson are just as
busy as those of Governor Mcbride.
The principal fight in this county will
be made for governor and lieutenant gov
ernor and up to date there has been but
little attention paid to the balance of the
county ticket
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
a BIG RALLY IN
THE FIFTH PRECINCT

There will be Republican rally in the
Fourth precinct OF the Fifth ward tomor-
row night. The meeting win be held in
the basement of the Horace Mann school
and viii be addressed by Mayor l.. ID.
Campbell John a. Shackleford and Col
onel j, w. Lnok. City Treasurer Atkins,
0. IL. ChristoHerson, f. S. Wright and Il.
l. Salmson will also be present.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
BRISTOW GETS SCARED AND
TRIES HARD To CRAWFISH

WASHINGTON, D. c., March 21.-The
house committee appointed to investigate
the connection of members of congress with
the postofice scandals this morning con
tinued its hearing
Bristow declared that he had no per-
sonal knowledge Of the case. He was
detailed to prepare the so-called Bristow
report and had it done, but had never read
it. lie did not know which clerks had pre-
pared the report, but said that First AS
sistant Wynne might tell.
He promised to get information as to
the identity Of the inspectors who were
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
NAP0LE0N'S GHOST COMES TO
THE RESCUE OF THE RUSSIANS

ST. PETERSBURG, March 2l.-The re-
port has gained widespread credence among
the Russian peasants that Napoleon's ghost
is waiting on the banks of the Amur to
lead the Russian troops to victory. 1t has
fired the enthusiasm of the credulous, who
have opened shrines to Napoleon, and,
confident in his protection, they await the
successful close of the war.
YINKOW, March 2l.-Addressing Ger
man subjects at Newchwang on Sunday,
the German consul notified them that they
remained there at their own risk, and in
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21

instrumental in carrying on the investi-
CATION in the postsoffce department. So
far as he knew, the report contained
nothing showing improper conduct Of past
members of congress He denied having
accused members of the house Of repre-
sentatives in his previous report.
Asked when he first suspected Superin-
tendent Beavers of maladminstration,
Bristow said that he thought some years
ago that Beavers was not the kind of a
man he would like to have under him. He
was employed under First Assistant Post
master General Heath He could not say
that he suspected the integrity of Heath.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
LATE TELEGRAPH

MOSCOW, March 2l.--By the collapse
of an engineering establishment here today
thre workmen were killed and 30 injured
MONTREAL, p O., March 2l.-A slight
earthquake shock was feli in the Province
of Quebec and also in New Brunswick this
morning.
BOSTON, March 2l.- John l.. sullivan
is seriously ill at his home in Roxbury
from an affection OF the eyes. 1t is feared
he will become blind.
WASHINGTON, ID. c.. March 2l.--Ad.
miral Cooper cables from Honglkong that
he has assumed command at the Asiatic
station, vice Evans.
WASHINGTON, d. c.. March 2l.-Pres.
ident Roosevelt invited the members of
the Panama canal commission. holding
their first meeting tomorrow, to take
luncheon with him at the White House.
B. N. Harrod of New Orleans and c. f.
Grunsky of San Franacisco were presented
to the president this morningn.
SAN FRANCISCO, March 2l.-The
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
THE OLD CABLE rs
SOON TO BE AT REST

That new street railway cable can get
here none too soon. Sunday afternoon the
old cable broke and there was no more
car service up the hill that day. The
cars were started this morning, but we're
obliged to stop about o'clock. 1t looks
as if the old cable was dine for.
The new cable is expected to reach here
in a couple OF days.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
CLUB WILL DISCUSS
PUBLIC QUESTIONS

The Young Mems Republican club meets
tonight in the Berlin building, third floor.
A program Of interesting addresses has
been arranged.
The social features Of the club are to
be made prominent and there win be an
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
FINNISH ACTRESS
TRAINED BY IBSSEN

BERLIN, March 2l.--An actress from
Finland, Ida Aalberg, has taken Berlin by
storm. with her Interpretation Of Ibaen's
"Hedda Gabler" Recognizing her extra
ordinary talent, the great dramatist him
self trained her in the correct conception
Of his plays.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
BREAKING HOME TIES

The Pierce county divorce court ground
out the following grist this morning;
Floyd A. Thompson was granted sepa-
ration from Kate Thompson on the
ground Of cruelty; Florence a. Porter from
Frank Porter, for failure to support, and
Sboffeya Gaha from Joseph Gaha. on the
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
KING EDWARD NOW
EATS HAM AND EGGS

LONDON, March 2l.--King Edward has
acquired an American habit. lie is fond
OF him and eggs. He was found one after
noon recently discussing a liberal portion
of the American dish, in connection with
think Of tia bottle OF stoutl
Fighting Bob" Evans infected the em-
peror Of Germany with the idea, and
Wilhelm told Eddie If he wanted some
thing bully to try am and eggs" Eddie
did
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21

the event of property losses the recovery
of compensation was doubtful.
PORT ARTHUR, March 2l-In view of
the unfavorable harvest in Shantung
province, the Chinese authorities have is
sued proclamation prohibiting the sale
or export of grain and provisions to the
Russiasn under penalty of severe punish
ment
LONDON, March 2l.-Reuter's Chefoo
correspondent wires that Chinese squad
ron of four cruisers, commanded by Ad-
miral Tsay, arrived there Sunday and will
proceed to Newchwang as soon as the ice
clears
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
LAST STEP THAT
ASSURES PEACE

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind, March 2l.-The
mining contract for the central competitive
coal district, covering the working condi-
tions of l77,000 miners for the next two
years, was signed by the operators and
miners this morning.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
REYNOLDS NEW JOB

William P Reynolds, ex-city attorney,
who has been active in opposition to
Mayor Campbell, stated to a friend today
that he had been appointed attorney for
the Tacoma Railway & Power company,
and expected to be attorney also for the
Interurban.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
WHITECAPS HELD
TO SUPERIOR COURT

COLVILLE, Wash, March 2l.-The
trial of the whitecap cases before Justice
L. c. Jesseph, involving the charges
against A. McNeely, Nat Turner, Clarence
and Guy Thompson, the alleged assail-
ants of Charles W. Thomas on Narcse
creek last Tuesday night, has been con-
cluded The court discharged Plunkett.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21

McNeely and Vinson. All of the others
were held under 500 bail to appear before
the superior court.
Nothing in past years has so wrought
up the inhabitants of the neighborhood
where the outrage is alleged to have been
committed, and during the trial the court
room was jammed with people. Thomas
has returned to his home, heavily armed,
and further trouble is feared
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
BIC SHIP WAS
BADLY DAMAGED

SOUTHAMPTON, March 2l.-The Am
erican liner New York went ON the dry
dock at noon today. She was badly dam
aged below the water line by grounding
Part of her cargo was injured.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21

TELLURIDE, Col, March 2l.-It is re-
ported here that deported miners are max
ing preparations at Ouray to march to this
place, accompanied by an armed escort.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
WHERE TO REGISTER

Registration books for those entitled to
vote at the school bonding election to be
held April % will be open at Enger's hard
ware store, 540l South Union avenue, in
the Edison district, tomorrow.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
RUSSIAN TOWN
SWEPT BY FIRE

BERLIN, March 2l.-The Tageblatt
reports that fire destroyed the town of
Klevan, in Russia, 800 houses being burned,
also churches, synagogues and schools. Five
thousand persons were made homeless.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
EX- MAYOR GRACE OF NEW YORK
CITY DIES OF PNEUMONIA.

NEW YORK. March 2l.--william p.
Grace, twice mayor Of New York, died at
noon today from exhaustion following
pneumonia. He was born in Queenstown,
In 1890 his firm effected settlement of
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
TWO STEAMSHIPS
CRASH TOGETHER

HOLYHEAD, Mass, March 2l.-The
American liner Marian collided with the
steamer Glangrant this morning in a dense
fog. The latter was seriously damaged.
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cerning his whereabouts has been received
which fact strengthens the belief that he
has been foully dealt with.
The matter was laid before the police
for an investigation this afternoon.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21

ject of the British Tibetan expedition is
the discovery of immensely rich gold de
posits in Tibet, which are believed to be
second only to those of California.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21

effort made at every meeting to stimulate
the discussion if important questions by
members Of the club.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
BRITISH ARE
after COLD

ST. PETERSBURG, March 2l.-The
Novestee declares that the real secret OBJ
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21

opening statements in the Botlsin poisoned
candy murder case We're begun this morn
ing 1t is expected that the taking of
testimony viii begin late this afternoon.
SALT LAKE, March 2l.-United States
Marshal Haywood denies the statement
that additional subpoenas for large nan
ber OF persons to testify in the Smoot case
have been received. Up to noon none
had been served here.
SALT LAKE, March 2l.-J. Krutt-
schnitt, general manager of the Southern
Pacific, confirms the statement of his ap-
pointment as director of transporta tion Of
the Hartman roads. a conference was
held today of Union Pacific. Oregon Short
Line and o. r. & N. officials. 1t is pro-
posed to change consonuauou opota,,ul.s.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21
SAMUEL GOMPERS WILL SUGGEST
LABOR REFOROMS FOR PORTO RICO

NEW YORK, March 2l.--Smnuel Com
pers, president OF the American Federation
of Labor, returned this morning from
Porto Rico, where he made close study
of labor conditions. 1t is expected that
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-03-21

A pitched bttle may occur, to avert which
injunction proceedings may be sought to
forbid the interference of the miners
union at Telluride.