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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
AWAITING NEXT MOVE.

St Petersburg, June 4 (3:27 D. m.- The general public at the Russian capi- tai is imbued with the belief that i'm portant military developments are im- pending at Liao-Yang and that gen. eral engagement between General Ku- rOki's and General Kuropatkin's armies is imminent. Although the authorities are doing nothing to discourage the idea, the best informed circles at the war office do not anticipate a decisive battle immediately, unless brought on more or less unexpectedly by an acci- dental collision between strong col umns, as often happens in war. The war offices information does not indi- cate that tde Japanese have concen- trated for an attack on KurOpatkin, and 1t is said that they are not yet ready to assume the offensive. Never theless it is known that differences of opinion exist at the Russian headquar- ters as to the advisability of taking the aggressive and it is believed that this matter was the subject of the confer ence between the commander-in-chief and the vieeroy at Mukden Tuesday. Kuropatkin's position is becoming very formidable. both in the number and character of the troops at his disposal. The condition of some of the Siberian reserves when called to the colors was not satisfactory and caused Kuropat- kin misgivings, but it is now reported that they have been drilled into a state of efficiency More important how ever. are the large endorsements of field artillery, in which the Russian army was especially weak. These nave now arrived.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
POLICEMAN ACCUSED.
Arrested for Shooting Woman, Also
 Stripped of His Badge.

New York, June 4-Alexander Chan dler, a police sergeant, has been arrest ed on an accusation of having shot and seriously wounded Japanese woman who was employed as housekeeper in his home. He was immediately stripped of his badge and suspended by the com missioner of police.
 No one saw the shooting affray. Chandler's arrest followed several hours after story had been spread to the effect that the woman attempted suicide because Japanese sailor who boarded at the house had charged her with stealing $75. It was said she tried to end her life rather than appear in court. When the police examined the woman she denied having shot herself As Chandler was the only other per son about and the wounds were al- leged to have been made by his re- volver, he was immediately arrested. The prisoner denies that he was in the house at the time.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
NIGHT WATCHMAN
 BOUND AND GAGGED

Stafford Springs, June 4.-Henry Mullen. night watchman of this bor- ough. lay bound and gagged for an hour early to-day in the corridor lead ing to the postofice, while burglars blew open the safe in the office and got away with the contents. Mullen says he went to the postoff1ce to mail letter and was hit over the head by one of the burglars. He reached for his gun, but before he could draw it he was knocked unconscious. When he woke up he found that his legs and arms had been bound with picture cord and a handkerchief was stuffed in his mouth. When he succeeded in freeing himself he found that his re- yolver had been emptied of cart ridges and the gun put back in his pocket. The safe in the postoffice was wrecked and cash and stamps to 8 small amount taken.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04

 WANTED Knights of Labor
 After Him. To Assume the Leadership Once More Big Mass Meeting for Boston K. of |. Was Once Powerful Organization.

Boston, June 4.-A movement is un- der way ill Knights of Labor circles to have Terrence V. Powderly, former ly general master workman of that or ganization, assume the leadership once more Michael J. Kenney, secretary treasurer of district assembly 30 of this city, is authority for the statement that MT Powderly has been asked to take charge of affairs and that he has inti- mated that if his election is unanimous he will accept. Arrangements are being made for big mass meeting in Boston and to-day the former leader was invited to come here and deliver an address.
 The Knights Of Labor was once the strongest labor organization in the United States, but of late years it has lost power and influence, largely on account of dissensions among the high officers. The legal contests have now been settled and arrangements are being made by which it is hoped to re- store the organization to a position of influence. The invitations extended to Mir Powderly is part of the reorganiza- ton plan.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
RUSSIAN ATTACK NEXT AND GEN SAN THE PLACE
Women and Children to be Sent AWay-St Peters. burg War Office Receives News of Sharp Fighting -Cossacks Dismounted and Attacked Japanese But Owing to Rough Nature of Country Were Repulsed and Driven Back.

Seoul today news of series of fights north of Pu-Lan-Tien about 40 miles north of Port Adams, Eiao-Tung peninsula Monday, received from Japanese cavalry scouting in the vi cinity of Chu-Chia Tung. 1t was learned that Cossacks had been locat- ed at Tellisu and the Japanese there upon dispatched infantry and cavalry, which defeated and pursued them. The Russian force consisted of three squadrons At Chang Chia Tun this force was joined by two additional squadrons and the Japanese again at
 Nicked and defeated the Russians. Five companies of infantry and q bat tery of horse artillery joined the Rus sians at Lung Wang Mao, where the Japanese attacked for the third time and the Russians fell back to Tellisu, where the Japanese and Russian cav airy continued in contact Monday night.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
THE EXERCISES
 AT ST. MARGARET'S

The annual concert of the Glee club of St NIargaret's school will be held i'll the school building tonight. Miss Leila Morse of New York, soprano soloist, who is q member of the alumnae, will sing. She possesses a beautiful, rich voice of wide range. After the concert the students will ad- iourn to the gymnasium. where they will all join hands. forming circle, and drink out of the loving cup. To morrow morning at 10:3O o'clock the baccalaureate sermon will be preached by the Right Rev Chauncey B. Brewster, DID,. bishop of Connec- ticut. The students will march back to the school according to classes and under the leadership of the class off cers. The commencement day exer- cises will be held in the school build ing on Monday morning at 10 o'clock. Professor Ernest K. Feniellosa, not ed lecturer at Columbia university will speak on 'tThe Present Crisis in Japan" Diplomas will be presented to the graduates by the Rev Francis Russell. rector of the school. Tn the evening at 8 o'clock the annual dance of the senior class will be held.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
SAILORS BODY FOUND.
Jumped From BattIeship Kentucky
 Several Days Ago.

New York. June 4.--By the finding Of his drowned body it has developed that Elmer S. Lewis of Cleveland, O., a sailor on the battleship Kentucky, lying at the New York navy yard, who escaped from the brig on that vessel May 26 and Jumped overheard, had lost his life in an attempt to get away. The man had been imprisoned under orders from Washington, which said that he was wanted in Manila on a civil charge. but of what offense he was accused was not stated. The Ken lucky recently arrived here from the Philippines.
 During the night of Lewis escape q shore boat with three men was seen hanging about near the battleship. The men rowed around for an hour and were finally ordered away by the ships officers. It is thought the men were friends of the prisoner and were expecting to pick hfp up.
 A short time after they had rowed away Lewis broke from the brig, and, running on deck, leaped overheard. He was not seen again.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
CITY NEWS

To-night's the night-American band prom, Auditorium.
 The funeral of Alonzo Grannis took place this afternoon from his late home on Prospect street with q service by the Rev -4r Buckley of Trinity parish and interment in Riverside cemetery. The bearers were George H. Benham, Walter $. Atwood, ST, R. R. Stannard and Edward L. Frisbie, ST.
 The wedding of Miss Elizabeth Kent Stone, daughter of Mrs Caroline H. Stone, of the Cables on Prospect street, and Frederick Kirk Knowlton of Rochester, New York. will be sol emnized at 4 o'clock Monday afternoon at St Johns church. which is expect ed to be crowded with relatives and friends.
 Among the law students at Yale col lege who have passed the examination for admission to the county bar are three Waterbury young men, Walter E.. Monagan, brother of Dr Charles A. Monagan, Howard B. Snow and Robert s. Walker of North Willow street. This is merely a preliminary step to their admission to the profes. sion before taking the final examina- ton.
 A wedding in which Waterbury SO ciety is interested is that of Helen Trowbridge Williams and David Gull len Griggs. which will take place at the home of the brides parents, MT and Mrs Samuel F. Williams of Hill. side avenue, at 4 o'clock Monday. A large reception will be held after the marriage ceremony has been per f2Emad. ~
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
SCANNING THE LIST.
Mayor Elton Probably Looking for
 Good Han for Safety Board.

Mayor Elton had his thinking cap on this morning and spent some time looking over the list of electors in the town clerks office. evidently picking out thename of suitable candidate to fill MT Rents berth on the safety board. When reporter promenaded past his honor he was scanning the ''M' and .H' lists very care fully and the scribe thought he could detect pencil marks after the names of John H. Moran and Patrick Holohan. the former of the first ward and the latter resi- dent of the fifth. and both ex-mem- bers of the department of public safe ty, having served on that board with distinction during the regime of Thomas D. Barlow. their wise counsel being in a great measure responsible for MT Barlow's creditable administra- tion Whether the mayors presence at the lists had any connection with the selection of new man for the board of public safety or the pencil marks after the names mentioned were made by the executive or not, it would be hard to say; they may have been the work of the registrars, but his honor was there anyway, and probably nobody would be surprised if MT Moran or MT Holohan was hon. ored by an appointment to continue the good work of the businesses mems administration.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
DIED FOR LOVE.
Chicago Theatriciel Mana ger Killed Himself in
 Dressing Roon.

Chicago, June A dispatch to the Inter Ocean from St Cloud, Minn, says: c. F. Elliot, formerly a theatrical manager in Chi cago, has killed himself in the dressing room of a theater.
 Elliot's business partner declares that the reason for the sui eide was that Elliot had been unfortu- nate in a love affair, over which he brooded until he came Respondent
 c. F. Elliott was at one time one of the most successful theatrical mana gers in the west, having been the own CT and manager of several of Chicago's vaudeville houses.
 Elliot, whose divorced wife is May Hosmer, a well known actress, ac- quired fame in the theatrical field when, in 1889, he introduced the first popular theater prices. He was sue cessful for time, but suddenly he re- tired from the business in Chicago.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
nLANE IS HELD.
New Haven Negro Who Confessed to
 Two Assaults.

New Haven, June 4.-William Nc Lane, the colored youth who was ar rested some days ago for the mysteri- Ous assaults committed on several young ladies in New Haven, and who confessed to two assaults, was in the city court this morning charged with breach of the peace and two counts of assault with intent to kill. The breach of the peace charge was dropped and McLane was held for the superior court under bonds of 1000 on each of the other two counts. His counsel en- tered a general denial of any attempt to murder, but said that under tne present state of public opinion it would be best to let the matter go to the superior court.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
ARE GETTING HOLDER.

New Chwang. June 4, morning. The brigands in this vicinity are be- coming bolder after receiving 1000 Manlicher rifles. Their renewed activ- ity is causing discussion among the foreign residents, on the necessity for gunboats as a protection for their lives and property, during the interval which must elapse between the depart- ure of the Russians and the entrance of tine Japanese troops into New Chwang.
 4 British gunboat is still lying at Hing -Wangtam, but the decision of the Washington authorities that the United States gunboats Wilmington and Helena will summer at Canton is taken to mean that United States Con- sul Miller's recommendation made months ago has been unfavorably considered by the government. Consul Miller's common sense diplomacy and his firm, courageous attitude has done much to alleviate the fears of all the foreign residents here, the Chinese trust in him explicitly.
 Still the American and British resi- dents, while of the opinion that his in fuence would prove of immense value in the event the bandits began raiding the town, between the Russians going and the Japanese coming in, say he should have the support of gunboat stationed at the mouth of the river.
 The Russians here have been some what cheered by report brought in by an officer just arrived who was i'll the battle at Kinchow, to the effect that after the first days fighting the Jap anese asked for twelve days truce. Outsiders, however, do not believe this report.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
MYSTERIOUS SHOOTING
 AND WOMAN'S SCREAMS

Chicago, June 1.-Two shots, fol- lowed by a woman's screams. have caused excitement at Sheridan road and Greenwood street, in the fashionable district of Evanston. Edward Waldron. watchman, was passing the Arthur Orr residence when he heard the re- ports. A block away he saw two men struggling with a woman, who was screaming. Before he could reach them the men thrust the woman into closed carriage, which was driven rapidly to- ward Chicago. The police pursued in their wagon. but were distanced. The men and woman were well dressed and the latter was young.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
MORE YALE PRIZES.
Members of Senior Class Drew Them for Work fin Original Composition

New Haven, June 1.-The John Hubbard Curtis prize for excellence in original composition has been awarded to two members of the Yale senior class, Alexander Gordon of Pittsburg, Pa, and Allen F. Lovejoy of James vile. Wis.
 The Winthrop prizes for "the most thorough acquaintance with the Greek and Latin poets," were awarded to Raymond White, New Haven, and John B. Bentley, McMinnvilIe, Tenn, both of the junior class.
 Berkeley premiums for excellence in Latin composition have been awarded to fourteen members of the freshmen class. including William H. Goodwin of Burnside, Conn, Horace o. Kill bourn, Hartford, and William $. Whit lesey, New Haven.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
NEWS OF SHARP FIGHT.

St Petersburg, June 4, 3:20 p. m.- The war office has received news of a sharp fight 20 miles north of Sal- matsza. (north of Feng- -Wang-Cheng), June 1, in which six Cossacks were killed and 22 wounded. The Japanese losses are not known. Five compan- ies of General Rennenkampff's Cos sacks discovered Japanese detach- ments at Fen -Chou-Ling pass, half way between Saimatsza and Ajuidjan. The Cossacks dismounted and attacked on foot, but owing to the difficult na- ture of the ground and the strong de fensive position held by the enemy, and the latter's stubborn resistance, the attack was not pressed and the Cossacks drew off.
 No particular importance is attached at the war office to the appearance of this detachment of the enemy. it be ing believed that General Kuroki is keeping his flank we'll protected in or der to rid himself of the spying eyes of the Cossacks.
 The war office has received no fresh news from Lfao-Tung. Since the receipt of General StoessePs re- port the general staff is convinced that the Japanese losses in the fighting about Kin-Chou were greater than of ficially admitted. It is known that only the very seriously wounded were included in that category. There are indications that both of the com manders are pursuing this plan, as the wounds made by the small caliber, high velocity bullets used in modern warfare, unless they reach a vital spot, heal quickly and in a few weeks most of the wounded men are again ready for active service.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
FLOOD CONDITIONS
 ARE GROWING WORSE

Kansas City, Mo. June Further rains have fallen in southern Kansas within twelve hours and the flood con ditions in the valley of the Neosho and Cottonwood rivers continue to grow worse. The streams are higher than at any prsevious time in twenty years. The Kaw continues to come up slowly at Topeka, Lawrence and Kansas City, but as yet no alarm is felt over the result of the flood along this stream. Although the Missouri river at Kansas City is high and rising slowly, 1t is believed 1t will be able to carry off ,-e great amount of water coming this way from west through the Kaw.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
ELIHU GLIB ELECTIONS.

New Haven, June 4.-Elections to the Elihu club at Yale have been giv- en to the following members of the class of 1905: John E. Bentley, Nc Minnville, Tenn; Frederick H. Day, In dianapolis; Charles S. Judd, Honolulu; Edward Kirkshaw, Hastings-on-H Hud- son, N. Y.; Arthur F. McKinstry, Wor- cester, Mass; Duncan I. Meier, St Louis; James R. Rogers, Denver; liar " B. Spalding. Santa Barbara, Cal. An election was declined by Leonard $ Tyler of this city
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
STRUCK HEAD ON
Two Trains Collide. One Dead and Nineteen
 Injured.

Kansas City, June 4.-By the head on collision of two Missouri Pacific passenger trains near Mastin, twenty two miles south of Kansas City, one person has been killed and nineteen have been injured, most of the latter being passengers. The trains were the Colorado flyer, west-bound, and a Hoisington, Kan accommodation train, east-bound.
 The dead: August Bloom, Clear Lake, s. D., stealing a ride on the blind baggage.
 Injured:
 Hiss Posten of Boston; left knee bruised.
 c. A. Slocum, engineer of flyer.
 E. W. Whaley, fireman.
 B. W. Ford, porter. c. Conklin, fireman.
 Mrs Jonn G. Robinson, Baltimore. James Furncas, conductor.
 q. A. Elwell, engineer.
 M J. Blasbalg, Kansas City.
 W. J. Forne, Ossawatomie, Kan.
 L. G. Slick, Kansas City.
 Henry Casselbuna, New York city.
 Della Lucas, mail clerk.
 Frank Lunk, Kansas City.
 Irene Palmer, Los Angeles.
 Louise Palmer, Kansas City.
 W. J. McAuliffe, Pueblo, Col.
 William Nichols, Fort Douglas, Utah. Mrs Mary Kitler, Portland, Ore.
 Both trains were behind their sched- ule and were trying to make up time. The accommodation had orders to take a siding at Mastin, but had not reached that station. and was met on a culvert a mile beyond Mastin by the flyer. Both engines were demolished. The day coach on the accommodation train was telescoped, as was the mail car on the flyer. All the cars of both trains were thrown from the track and the track and roadbed completely wrecked.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
RON FAcToRY RuRNED.

New York, June 4.-The paper box manufactory of John w. Lackner at Astoria. L. l., was destroyed by fire early to-day. The building was three story brick structure The fire start ed in the rear of the first floor and spread rapidly throughout the building and then to frame building adioin- ing, also owned by the company. This was partly destroyed. The total loss is estimated at about $2O,O0O. The origin of the blaze is unkn0Wnx
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
LEFT DEAD ON FIELD.

Seoul. Korea, Junet4 (noon).-A skir- mish took place between twenty Cos sacks and an unknown force of Jap anese scouts at q point twelve miles north of Gensan on the morning of the Sd inst. The Cossacks were evidently ambushed by the Japanese, who were concealed in the brush on a hillside. The Russians eventually retired to- wards Ham-Heung, leaving six dead upon the field. The. Japanese casual ties are not known.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04

Seoul, June 4 (6 p. m.l-The comn1is- sioner of customs of Gensan, Korea, wires that a Russian attack on that place is deemed imminent. He is mak- ing preparations to send the women and ca:.e ren to a mountain monastery, twenty niles distant.
 A junk has reported that the Rus sians have landed field pieces at sha- Ho river, near Ham-Heung (north of Gen-San, on Boughton bay, or the Gulf of Korea), at which place Cossack achievements are expected.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
sIIGHrLY IMPROVED.

Winsted. June 4.-The condition of Sherman Beeman. the uxoricide, who is at present in the Litchfield county fail suffering from self inflicted wounds, is slightly improved to-day. Dr Kelsey, the attending physician, re- fused an opinion as to his recovery.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
SITUATION THE sAME.

Mukden, June 1.-The situation in the war zone is not altered, and no news has been received here from Port Arthur. The Russian successes in northeastern Korea are said to be causing great disquietude among the Japanese.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
PRETTY HEAVY FINE.

Southington. June 4.-Peter Cassau, farmer. paid $54346 fines in the local court to-day on thirty-fl counts or il- legal sale of liquors His place was raided by Superintendent Egan of the state police, who seized lot of hard cider and cider brandy. Cassau had no license
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
40 YEARS POSTMASTER.

Plainville, June 4.-Postmaster E. T. Tomlinson to-day celebrated the fortieth anniversary of his appoint ment as postmaster. He believes he is the only postmaster, now in active ser vice, who was appointed by President Lincola.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
FLOATING MINES.

Tien Tsin, June Alt is generally believed that there are floating mines in this locality. Local steamers have been ordered to avoid the mine zone off the Shan-Tung promotory after dark.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
WEATHER FORECAST

Forecast for Connecticut: Fair to- night; Sunday fair except showers i'll the northwest portion; warmer in the northwest portion Sunday; light east Arly winds.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
LEGATIoN BALL AT- L1sBoN.

Lisbon, June 4-United States Min ister Bryan will give ball at the lega- tion Monday. The king, queen, and queen dowager will be among the guests, who will include the cabinet ministers, members of the diplomatic corps and a long list of other distin- 9uished persons Hs
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-04
SERIES OF FIGHTS.

Tokio, June 4. p. m.--The conn mander of the Japanese forces south pf the Ialu river telegranhed from
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1904-12-04
! Augusta Notes,

IN Especial to The Times DispatcllD J
5$STlJ.AIRTrS DRAFT, Dec, s.--Mr, and
Mrs. Henry Fnrrer, Of near HARRISON
burg, who have been Visiting Mr. John
llnarrer's family aud $acq,laintnnces. near
here have returned to their home.
Mr.. Joseph Rankin son OF Mr.. ]. IL.
Rankin, Of this place; who has been in the
West for some time. died In Salt Lake
city, Monday, Of that dreaded disease
CONSUMPTION, and was buried there We'd
inesday, at s r, NJ. rs
AIR. Charles Fox and wife, OF Sherando,
were visiting tho former's parents near
here this week
Mrs. Chandler and daughter arc visit
Ing Mrs. Powell, tie formers daughter,
Miss Cara luylor, of Grottoes, who
has been the guest Of Miss Eula Gnrbor,
has returned home,
Mrs, Maggie Burden, Of Madrid has
3bren visiting her, daughter, Nlrs A. ~
Kern. 4s4l
Mrs. Hester Farrer, or Waynesboro,
who las been on an extended visit 10
friends in Roanoke and this place, has
returned lone,
MIR. j. u. Iiicks's saw-mill was Destroy
cd by fire last night; supposed origin
-of the fire, MAS accldentat M