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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
MATTATUCK LODGE
 INSTALLED OFFICERS.

At their meeting held last evening in Red Mems hall Mattatuck lodge, No 1S7, N. D. o. F.. installed the fol- lowing officers, The installation was performed by Deputy Grand Warden Frank L. Kamz, assisted by Deputy T. M. Payne, J. A. Schroeder, c. W. Bliss, E. W. Lowe: Junior ex-war- den, Fred L. Gross; warden, Ida M. Payne; vice warden. H. r. Granger; secretary, H. W. Alden; financial sec retary, J. S. Neil ;treasurer. c. NJ. Con- dit; chaplain. Hattie Kelly; guide, E. L. Green; guardian, J. H. Carley; sen- tinel, E. Ring; trustee for three years, r. L. Gross. One application was re- ceived. Refreshments were served by the entertainment committee.
 At their regular meeting held last evening of Brass City loire. No A, N. K. O. F., Deputy c~,1atl Warden Henry L. Baker ant. suite installed the following officers: Junior past warden, George O'Neills warden, r, J. Slavin; vice warden. James Delall- ey; secretary. Nora Heating; financial secretary, Julia l.. Slavin: treasurer, Timothy Brennan; guide, Mrs Grtbb; guardian, Mrs Annie Totten; chap lain, Miss Mary Kelly; sentinel, Den his Cronin; trustee for three years, Thomas McDonald; pianist, Mary To- garty. Two applications were received Arrangements were completed for the open meeting to be held February |, at which the grand officers will be present.
 Anchor lodge. No 40. N. F. o. P., will hold public installation to-nieht in Red Mems hall Grand Warden Joseph Wooster of New Haven. assist cd by Deputies Jerry Wall, John Carr. W. c. Mcintosh and Supreme Guide Frank F. Hill. all of New Haven. will condnct the installation. Invitations have been extended to all who are in- terested /.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
ON HIGH AUTHORITY.
Present Status of Russo. o.Japanese
 War Crisis.

ST. PETERSBURG, Jan. 1o. The following is the present status of the negotiations between Russia and Ja- pan, given on high authority:
 Russia recognizes Japans predomi- nance in Korea, and Japan recognizes Russia's special position in Manchuria. There are two main questions still at ssue-the Russian demand for 8 neu- tral zone on the Korean side of the Ya- u river, which Japan met with pro- posal for a similar neutral strip on the Manchurian Side. Japan also asks for certain guarantees covering Man. churia which Russia thus far has de- ,lined to grant. It is pointed out, how ever, that the assurances given a few days ago by Russia regarding open ports in Manchuria and respect for treaty rights is concession on this point.
 Port Arthur advices say that the pub lie there is strongly in favor of war. China's firmness in reoccupying Muk- den has complicated Russia's arrange ments for the defense of Manchuria. 1t doubles the difficulties of guarding the long line of communications between the boundaries and the coast line. There are about 200, 900 Russian troops In Manchuria. <, Half1of them are em- ployed in guarding the railway, which Is 2O00 versts long.
 The Japanese banks are rapidly clos mg up their accounts in Manchuria and are stopping business. Japan is seek in for agents in Manchuria and Korea to supply the government with infor- nation of the Russian movements in view of the hurried departure of the Japanese residents. The Russian occu- patton of Sinmintun, thirty miles west of Mukden, is now reported to be dn accomplished fact.
 Mr. Kurino, the Japanese minister to Russia, has had special audience with the cZar at Tsarskoe Selo.
 Telegrarns from Washington and To kyo have cast a wet blanket upon the hopes raised by the imperial words of peace.
 It is now an open secret here that the Japanese reply is distinctly negative, and It's extremely courteous tone is only equaled by the firmness of spirit which characteriZes it.
 England's pro-Japanese policy is ex- citing serious attention in political cir cles here. It is being realized fully to- day that Russia has not got to do with Japan so much as with England and that the Anglo-Japanese alliance is at the bottom of all the present trouble.
 An echo is now loudly heard of the utterances of those farseeing politicians who at the moment of Nhe Anglo-Jap- anese alliance announced and proclaim ed that this political coup meant war against Russia as destroying the bal ance of power in the far east.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
KING PETER.
Wants to Renounce the Throne-Mandate From
 Russia the Cause.

Vienna, Jan 19.-King Peter of Servia. according to a dispatch from Cettings. Montenegro, published by the Neues Weiner Journal is prepn
 10 voluntarily renounce the throne and allow the powers to nominate his successor.
 The prince of Montenegro is said to have received a mandate from Russia to clear up the precarious situation in Servia and King Peter is said to have recognized the untenability of his po- sition and to be willing to abdicate. His successor. it is added, will only be. permitted to ascend the throne condittonally on his agreeing to pun ish the leaders of the conspiracy which resulted in the assassination of King Alexander and Queen Draga, removing all those who were impli- removing all who were implicated directly or indirectly concerned in the regicides.
 The statement published by tho Neues Weiner Journal is not con- frmed. but all reports indicate that af- fairs in Servia are steadily. growing worse and that they are causing the greatest anxiety in Russia and Aus tria. The Servian conspirators are saidtto be openly threatening to take revenge on Europe by joining in the expected Macedonia outbreak in the spring. The internal condition of Ser via is alarming. Outside the towns life and property are insecure. The roads are infested with brigands.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
A BROKEN NECK.
Cured, and Han Discharged From
 Hospital After Five Months.

New York, Jan 10.-Cured of broken neck, James Dunn, IT years old, has been discharged from a hos, pital where he had spent five motion less months, rigid In plaster cast and with heavy weights at his head and feet which held his body immovable.
 The operation and cure have attract ed great attention among surgeons. Dunn was injured by diving from a pier while bathing. Three vertebrae were crushed and cnipped. He was kept alive with great difficulty during the operation. The splintered bone was removed and the fractures set. Then the whole of the upper body, neck and head were placed in plaster cast.
 Dunn was laid upon table and heavy weights attached to his head and feet. He was told that to move meant death or permanent helplessness for him, and he became the most pa tient person imaginable. The bones knitted perfectly and when the cast was removed the boy was found to be sound as ever. ,'a9
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
FIREhEN INJURED.
Horses From Brooklyn Engine House
 Turned Short Corners.

William W. Reilly, tender of the en- zine at the Brooklyn engine house, ana Edward Loughman, hoseman at the same house, had narrow escapes from being very seriously injured last eveu- ing. When the alarm of fire was sent in from box 47. corner of South Main and Washington streets, John ]. De- voy, driver p. the engine at the Brook lyn engine i-ouse was home at suppeR Edward L0ughman; substitute driver had just time to jump on the seat when the doors of the engine house flew open and the horses, three in num- Der, were on their way. As the engine struck the slanting pavement in front of the house the wheels began to slide from right to left. almost turning the engine around. Fireman LOughman attempted to put on the brake and as he did so the engine was given. anmhx lurch and he was thrown heavily 10 the ground. He was dazed for few minutes, but escaped injury. The horses, unchecked, started on maa race down Washington avenue. AS they came to South Leonard street they tried to take sharp turn around the corner but it was too short The en- zine crashed into a fire hvdrant, hreak- ing it off as far as the sidewalk. Then + ran plump into a telegraph pQaas which prevented any further progress. As the engine struck the telegraph pole. Fireman Reilly who was tending to the fire and was unconscious of tae fact that the horses had no driver. was thrown in the air. He struck againee the sidewalk or some other hard sub stance. He was almost knocked out and was taken into the home of sixs Catherine Begnal, 59 South Leonard street Dr Poorc was summoned. Ha found that the fireman was suffering from a severe scalp woundy bad shaking up and several slight bruises The horses escaped without injury and the engine was not damaged.
 The spectators to the exciting accl- dent thought that Firenen Loughman and Reilly were killed by the faIisr They consider them fortunate to havc escaped with such slight injuries
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
When IrOninE.

The ironing table should be of such a height that the ironer need not stoop while at work. The wooden top should be free from knots and any tendency to warp. The size must be determined by the space at command in laundry or kitchen. Special tables which, when not needed for work. can be transformed into benches, are to be had at house. furnishing shops, but they are. ex- pensiye; besides the adjustable top they contain drawers for irons and cov- erinss =
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
WRIGHT IN { THE BOX. 
American Now On
 Trial i'm London.
He Told His Story to the Court To.Day-SayS He Lent Globe Corporation Millions .. What Lord
 Dufferin Said. @

London, Jan 10.-There was a con- siderable crush in court and buzz of expectation when Whitaker Wright, the company promoter, entered the witness box to-day. The former ti- nancier was composed and answered questions firmly. He first related the story of his life in America and then told of the foundation of the London and Globe corporation. which, he de clared. was prosperous until the end of 1890. after the South African war had started. when matters became disastrous. The witness added that he assisted the cpmpahy out of his private pocket. lending 1t between S2.- 100000 and $25OO,0OO. Previously to this he had prepared settlement of $1.5OO.OO0 on his family, giving $500.0OO to each of his children. But one day in 1S09. the company's ac- countant informed him that he must have St.500.000 or the company would be obliged to suspend The witness said he supplied the money. and. con- sequently. the settlement on his fam Iy was never carried out.
 Wrieht admitted that he held only .,n00 shares of tha London and Globe corpora ton at the time of the crash md said he tried to induce the late Lord Dufferin to resign his director ship because the rewsnaners attacked him over Lord Dufferin's shoulders Ire witness' had intimated to Lord Dufferin that the position of chair man of n speculative comnany was not dirnifed. but Lord Dnfferin renlied that he was well satisfiedsand that he wished to retain the position.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
CITY NEWS

The Rev John c. Fogarty of South Norwalk was the guest of the Rev w.. J. Slocum last evening.
 There will be an anniversary requiem mass for the late Miss Katie Kelly or Railroad Hill street at St Patrick's s church tomorrow morning at 7:3o o'clock.
 : The application of James O'Rourke for a liquor license at 76I North Main street was given hearing before County Commissioners Walter and Thompson ip the superior court room this forenoon
 Judge Cowell and jury were en- gagged In the district court to-day hearing the caes of Branneis and Kiely against Fl, NJ. East. About s15o, bill for hay and feed, is in volved.
 The following are the new officers of the Y. NJ. c. L. A.: President. Thom- as. J. English; vice-president. James r.. Harrison; secretary. William B. Nc Kenna; assistant secretary, John J. Walsh: treasurer. Nicholas ]. Doran: librarian. William T. Degnan; assist ant librarian, William B Pryor; room committee. Edward F. Skelley, John F. Grimes and Robert J. Bolan.
 Atfidavits in the case against Anni- able Di Rienzi. who is held in the po- lice station charced with being fu- gitive from justice. were taken this morning by Prosecutor Durant and an attorney from Hohoken. where an in- dictnert was fssued against Di Rienzi last October Di Rienzi has been .swanted' by thu police since Au- gust. when 1t is claimed he disap- peared with Mrs Dominico Marrotta. his wife's sister. and S1.3T5 in cash and iewelrv. Accoriing to the attor- nev from Hoboken. extratlition papers for Di Rienzi's transfer will be ready Saturday morning.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
ExDlafned.

The winter whitening of animals is explained by Capt. Barrett Hamilton, of the Royal Irish academy, as an effect ol poor or uneven nutrition of the skin Atrophy of the pigment cells occurs in winter over the parts that accumulate fat in summer and autumn and in very cold countries may extend over the en- tire body. Similar defective nutrition Is noticed where the skin directl, over. lies bone and membrane. resulting in whitening and badness Of the human scalp and in white or bare spots on ani- mals.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
DEATHS AND FUNERALS.
JOSEPH CULLEN.

The funeral of Joseph A. Cullen took place this morning from the resi- dence of his son, J. A. Cullen, on Grove street, to the Immaculate Conception church, where a solemn mass of requiem was celebrated with these off, cers: Celebrant Father Curtin; dea- con, Father Slocum; suD-deacon, Father O'Brien; master of ceremonies Father Frederick. The bearers were James A. Hynes, NJ. .Heffernan, Ed ward McGrath, James F. Phelan, Ed ward Rush and Michael Bolger. After the mass NJ. J. McEvoy rendered Calvary" The remains were taken to New Britain for burial in charge of J.. H. Muiville The interment was in the old Catholic cemetery, Father keena reading the service.
 The mourners were met on the ar- rival of the body of MT Cullen in New Britain by delegation of old scholars of the deceased, Luke Bowen, John M. Curtin, Patrick McCabe, Miss M. J.. Robinson, John White, Mrs Thomas Mcdonald, Mrs Luke Bowen, Daniel and James Edwards and Gus Coblens. The pallbearers were John N. Curtin, Timothy E. Burns, James Hassen, Philip J. Tor1nay, M. T. White and James Ringrose.
 The funeral of Marie, the three months and two weeks old daughter of Mr and Mrs James 1iepanier of 49 Silver street. who died yesterday, took place this morning with service at St Ann's church and interment in Calvary cemetery.
 Michael Higgins died at the home ot his son, Thomas Higgins of Water town. yesterday morning, after a lin. gering illness. He had been living with his son for six months or more. The funeral will take place at St Johns church tomorrow morning at 3 o'clock. after which the remains will be taken to Thomaston for burial in charge Of Brown X Crane, as Mir Hig- gins was one of Thomaston's oldest Irish residents, having lived there over thirty years.
 The funeral of James Slavin took place this morning from the family residence on Dublin street with q mass of requiem at theS Sacred Heart church by Father Shelley and inter- ment in St Joseph's cemetery. The bearers were William Preston, Thom- as Slavin. Michael Coss, John Slavin
 Thomas Caniff and Henry Bvrnes, the two last named representing Brass City Hose Go, No 6. an organization with which the deceased was connect ed. The floral tributes included a standing wreath ancho- and cross from Brass City Hose Co; standing cross. Waterbury lodge of Eagles; cross. Miss Mary K. Kilduff; shower bouquet, teachers and pupils at the
 Dublin street school; harp. Merrimac
 Athletic club; pillow. "At Rest" Biz Seven Social club: standing wreath
 employees of the Cnrran Dry Goods Go: wreath. Mir and Mrs James Han non: bouquet. John Slavin.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
Lace Curtains.

A professional cleaner says that the best method of cleaning lace curtains at home is to make suds of warm water white castile soap and a little boraX. II the curtains are very dirty scrub them gently with soft scrubbing brush. Lace curtains should never be rubbed be- tween the hands. This stretches the mesh and is very likely to tear holes in 1t. When quite clean rinse in clear water to which little boraX has been added, squeeze between the hands, but do not wiring, and dry in a sheet.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
MONAGAN-LAWLOR.
Popular Couple Welded To-Day by
 Rev. Luke Lawlor.

The church of the Immaculate Con. ception was the scene Of fashionable wedding this morning at 9 o'clock. when William H. Monagan of Spencer avenue and Miss Elizabeth Lawlor or South Willow street were united in the bonds Of matrimony by the Rev Father Luke Lawlor. q cousin of the bride. Dr Charles Monagan. brother of the groom, was best man, and Miss Gertrude c. GuilfoiIe, the brides cousin, was maid Of honor. The bride was given away by her uncle, Michael Guilfoile.
 As the wedding party entered the church to the strains of Lohengrin's s wedding march they presented pret- ty sight. The bride was attired in a magnificent gown of hand embroidered net over white silk. She wore a veil and carried white prayer book. The bridesmaids heautiful gown was of crepe over white silk. She wore a white chiffon hat and carried q bunch of white roses. X
 The church was filled with relatives and friends of the bridal pair. Aue ushers were William E. kenendy, Leo J. Curlev. Joseph F. Kennedy and Walter F. Monagan,
 After the marriage ceremony was performed a nuptlal high mass was celebrated. the following priests off. ciatin@: Celebrant. Aev Father Slo cum: deacon. Rev Father O'Brien: sub, deacon Rev Father Broderick: master Of ceremonies. Ray Father Luke Law Tor. After the services at the church n wedding breakfast was served at the home of Michael Guilfoile on Soutt Willow street.
 sfr and Mrs Monagan who were ( recipients of many beautiful gifts. left this afternoon on an extended wedding tour. On their return they will reside on West Main street.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
nOEE ZERO
 WEATHER.
Last Night Was Cold 
 As Any Yet. {
Thermometer Went Down to Record nark--Can. aan Records Knocked to Smash by This Win. ters Weather.

New Haven. Jan 19-Extreme cola weather again prevailed in Connecticut today. the temperature here equalling the lowest official record Of the season. 6 degrees below zero. Much lower thermometer readings were reported from inland points, especially from places in the Litchield hills. Winste6 thermometers indicated 15 to IS be- low, while in Norfolk the readings were from A, to 30 below. At Burt vile. between Torrington and Winsted. 2S below was reported. At LakeviIfe at [ q. m. 1t was 26, at Lime Rock 24s at Salisbury Center os and at Millers ton, \. r.. % below.
 All records kept at Canaan fail tu show any equal to the weather expert enced this season either for length 0G the cold spells or for the extreme colds Tn that vicinity also the roads are hlocked with snow drifted by Sundaysa high wind.
 Other points reported temperatures as follows: Warrenville, 1G below; Coventry. 12 below: WnIimantic, 10 below; Bristol, 3a below.
 New York. Jan 19.-Intensely cola weather last night and to-day caused suffering al over the city maong tha homeless and poor. and the temeprAr ture below zero brought conditions oe extreme discomfort for all whose du- ties called them into the open air. The police were kept busy caring for uns fortunates. several of whom were found unconscious.
 Boston, Jan 1N.The railroads vera badly affected by the cold practically all trains being late. The locom0- tives could not make steam" in the frigid atmosphere and slow speed was the result. The long distance trains suffered the worst delay. On the Boston x Maine railroad. the Montreal express trains were more than two hours late9 tea X
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
Minister Wants More Marines.

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19.-Minister Allen, at Seoul, Korea, has made re- quest of the state department that the legation guard be increased. The re- quest has been referred to the navy de partment, which is considering means of, sending more marines from Cavite to Chemulpo. It will require about a week to re-enforce the present guard.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
savelli Stabbed Nine Times.

MILAN. Jan. 19.-While a cavalry officer named Cesare Savelli was en- tering the Scala theater man rushed at him and, stabbed him nine times, crying, Long live anarchy" As the officer was wrapped in his heavy mili- tary mantle, he was unable to defend himself. but it is believed that the mantle saved his life. The would be assassins was arrested and identified as Luigi Manfredi, an anarchist, twen- ty-seven years old.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
FIRE ESCAPES IN
 ODD FELLOWS HALL

The fire escapes in the Odd Fellows building have all been posted ana through the railways signs have been placed indicating the way to reach them. It would be good thing if thia suggestion was carried ont in other huii idings. There are many very high buildings in the city which should be similarly posted and goodness knows how many buildings that are not pro tected with fire escapes at all notwiths standing the existence Of the city or dinances &Is
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
Funeral of Jame. L. Blair.

ST. LOUIS, Jan. 19.--The body of James L. Blair. formerly general coun- gel of the Louisiana Purchase exposi- tion, who died Saturday in Eustis, Fla. arrived here, accompanied by the widow and the eldest son, Percy. The funeral took place today and was pri- vate, only members of tie family being present. The remains were buried in the Blair lot in Bellefontaine cemetery beside the body of General Blair, ia ther of the deceased.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
Fund to Continue Tin ..Jesus .comes.'

KANSAS CITY, Mo-. Jan. .H.-By the probating of the will of William Worth Kendall a fund is created the income of which Is to be devoted to establishing memorial fund to be called ..the William w. Kendall fund of the Methodist Episcopal church" The amount is stated to be S250,0O0. The clause pertaining to the fund reads, S"rt is my will that this fund shall continue until the end of this world, when Jesus comes"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
Arrest of "s1r William nrassey."

CHICAGO, Jan. 19.-A man said to be Sir L~~..iam Brassey of Gloucester. England, has been arrested here. In his pockets, were found personal let ters from Lord Charles Beresford, card of admission to the house of lords made out to Sir William Brassey and party and other communications. Bras sey was arrested on complaint filed In a justice court by a restaurant keep CT, charging him with cashing worth. less checks for $50 and $40
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19

Carnegie Library For Negro Students
 NEW YORK, Jan. 19.-Andrew Car negie has given $15,oo0 to build H. brary at Talladega college, Talladega Ala. Talladega college, founded in 1867 is devoted to tho education of the negro.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
cn.r Epli of Pins

CHICAGO, Jan. 1A.---Pins welded into a soli( ass and weighing fourteen ounces B been found in the stomach of q co q meat dresser at a Chica- go pac plant. How the animal se- cured lr quantity of them and why it ate Ehem none of the men in the packing plants will attempt to explain The animal was shipped from Freedom, Minn
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
Drowned Perhaps.

New London, Jan 19.-Nathaniel Payson, 6S years of age, a deck hand on the barge South America, is sup posed to have been drowned last night while attempting to get aboard the barge. The ladder was found in the water this morning and Payson is missing. Cries were heard at 8:15 last night near tie wharf and men from the tug Gertrude made search with lanterns, but they could find no ona
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-19
sudxe aos BuIle. In Vest Poohet.

ARAPAHOE, Colo, Jan. 19.-ln a quarrel over a $500 note John Bigham, agent for a Milwaukee brewery, shot and killed Gus Huddleston. Bigham in- dorsed Huddleston's note and when the latter neglected to pay it attached Hud- hleston's cattle. One of the bullets fired by Bigham lodged in the vest pocket of ex-Probate Judge Love. Bigham lied after the shooting.