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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
SURPRISED THEM.
J. Ogden Armour Appeared Unexpectedly at Chi-
 CaSO Stock Yards.

Chicago, Aug 25.-J. Ogden Armour reappeared at the stock yards to-day having suddenly returned from his vacation in the east. Tn proceeding to the packing center he drove through throng of strikers and pickets who were resentfully falling back before an attack by the lice. When MT Armour and a com panion arrived at the Exchange ave- nue entrance to the yards at Hal sted street in light buggy fully 15O strikers had stopped there in their way to meeting. A number of pickets were about.
 The police were in the act of dis persing the gathering when MT Ar mour arrived and drove through the crowd. There was no demonstration although he was recognized.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
ALL GOING TO ST LOUIS.

St Louis, Aug 25.-Within the last week the traffic to St Louis has as- stunned such proportions that passen- ger men have been compelled to make repeated calls for more equipment and it is said that even now the pas senger equipment of almost every St Louis line is taxed to its utmost ca pacity Railroad officials generally state that more visitors have been brought to St Louis since the fair was opened than were carried to the Columbian exposition at Chicago in the same time.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
NO SUNDAY OPENING.
Worlds Fair at St Louis Will Keep
 Its Agreement.

St Louis, Aug 25.--Despite stories of the possibility of Sunday opening which have been printed broadcast of late, 1t has been declared by repre- sentative of the exposition company that such discussion was not taken seriously by the board of directors or the executive committee.
 The members of the board of direc- tors of the worlds fair signed a con tract with the United States govern ment," said Secretary Stevens, "stipu- lating that the exposition was not to be opened on Sunday.
 They are bonded individually in large amounts to carry out this con- tract The talk of 'loophole' in the agreement is unfounded. There is not even possibility that the worlds fair will be opened on Sunday, much less a probability. Further discussion of the question is useless"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
HARTFORD FIRE CHECKED IN TIME

Hartford, Aug 25.-No little excite ment attended an early morning fire at the building numbered 520 Main street occupied on the street floor by Edward Harris, butcher, and sev- eral families upstairs, but no one was badly hurt and the damage done was not great. That none of the inmates of the house was suffocated, nor any of the lodgers in the adjoining house hurt was due mostly to the activity of the firemen and policemen in rush. ing into the buildings and dragging out the people they found. One fire man and one policeman were slightly hurt. The loss was $3,000. The building was owned by Mrs Potter of Flushing, l.. I.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25

London, Aug 25.--The Associated Press learns that Ambassador Kenk- endorff has advised the for 'eign office here that the cruiser which overhauled the British steamer Comedian off the southeast coast of Cape Colony Au- gust 21 was probably the Smolensk, an which case her action could only Ihe explained on the supposition that khe orders telegraphed to her by the Russian admiralty after the Maiacca affair failed to reach her commander. The Russian government therteore proposes to take renewed measures to see that the Smolensk received or hers to cease the examination ofsneu- tral shipping. It Is explained that before leaving for the south the Se- Eastapol and Smolensk took on board R large supply of coal, thus enabling Them to keep at sea without visiting a port where orders could be deltv- cred.
 While the British authorities desire to continue their conciliatory policy they have informed the Russian gov ernment that the Smolensks interfer- ence with British shipping must stop and they object strongly to the exam fnation of merchantmen so far from the scene of hostllities by any Rus sian cruiser This objection, 1t Is said to-day, applies to the British steamer Asia (now at Port Said, which was detained and examined in the Mediterranean by the Russian auxiliary cruiser UraD, equally with the Comedian.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
STRIKE BREAKERS
 REFUSE TO WORK

Chicago, Aug 25.-Referring to an appointment of peace committee by the city council President Donnelly of the striking butchers, said to-day that he would not meet the mayor and council committee before tomorrow. Fifty strike breakers at the plant of Nelson Morris & Go went on q strike to-day because the company refused to discharge q special policeman who, the strike breakers said, had beaten one of their number.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
ORDERED DIsARMED.

Shanghai. Aug 25.-An order was received at 0:30 o'clock last night from the Russian minister at Picking that the cruiser Askold and the torpedo boat destroyer Grozovoi are to be dis Rrmed. Yesterday was day of con Piderable anxiety in official circles. First an order went forth that the yes- sels could remain four days longer. Then negotiations were begun for an other four days. This request was eagerly and persistently pressed by the Russian minister at Picking, but 1t was absolutely refused by the Chinese government. Thereupon an order came to Shanghai to rush work on the vessels and go out to what seemed pertain death next Sunday.
 The abJect distress of the AskOld'S erew when this news was received was pdtiable. From the first the otit- eers and crew have urged dlsarma- ment, but the minister at Picking would not consider the suggestion. Nhe dock managers yesterday notitied the Russian officials that the Askold's 8 hull could not be repaired by Sunday. More telegraphing to Picking followed Hnd last night the welcome order to hlsmantle was received by the Russian admiral Under the supervision of the customs authorities representing China, the Askold and Grozovoi will go out of commission before Sunday, and as soon as they are patched up they will take their places alongside the gunboat Manrjur, which was dis mantled last March.
 Emperor Nicholas sent message to the crews of the Askold and Grozo- vol congratulattng them for saving the vessels and conveying words of hope.
 There is general satisfaction here over the outcome of the matter. If Is understood that the Japanese fleet { will remain until the Russian vessels Ire completely disarmed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
ALLOWANCE NEEDED
 FOR ABSORPTION

New York, Aug 25.--In an opinion by Judge Somerville, the classifica- tion board of United Staues general appraisers has decided that an allow ance must be made for absorption of sea water ill determining the dutiable value of merchandise.
 The case decided involved some merchandise imported in cases and which is purchased by the ton. The net invoice weight was 25,012 pounds. That returned by the United States weigher oR the arrival of the merchan- disc showed the shipment had in- creased 6,410 pounds, charged to the absorption of sea water by the wood en casks.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
nasons and Carpen-
 ters Go to Work.
Walking Delegate Butler Got His $lO-Wanted to Tear it Up to Show That it Was Principle, Not Money, He Was Contend ing For.

Hartford, Aug 25.-The masons and carpenters who had been idle for a number of days because of a strike declared against several contractors who, as members of the Master Build ers' association, undertook to support Charles B. Andrus, a master mason who had had a disagreement with the unions walking delegate, George w. Butler, returned to work to-day under the terms of settlement made last night. Neither side will state posi- lively the terms of the agreement, but it is admitted by the contractors that they acquiesced to every demand of the union rather than prolong the trouble and prevent the fulfil1ment of several large contracts. The union demanded that all strikers be taken back to work without discrimination, that the contra ctors should not es- tablish a black list, and that Walking Delegate Butler should be paid $10. The money was paid to Butler at last nights conference, and he offered 10 tear up the bill to emphasize the facu that it was not the matter of money for which the union contended but the principle. Butler was told that it was not necessary to destroy the bill. This strike, which involved more than 500 men in the building trades, started from very small mat ter. Butler, who is mason, was dis charged by Contractor Andrus because there was nothing for him to do. But Ter claimed 75 cents more than the wages given him as compensation for the time taken by the contractor in bringing to him the wages, as Butler had refused to go to the firms office for the amount due him. The bill Of 75 cents Major Andrus would not pay, and this bill grew to $10 during the strike. The $10 bill handed to But Ter liquidated the bill.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
SELECTION OF COAD-
 IUTOR ARCHBISHOP

Rome, Aug 25.--At meeting of the Congregation of the Propaganda to-day the appointment of coad- tutor archbishop of Boston was ami matedly discussed by Cardinals Got ti, prefect of the propaganda Wives y Tuto, Pierotti, Martinelli Steinhu- Der, Cassetta Della Volpe and Segna. The candidates were Bishop Harkins of Providence. Rev w. F. McQuaid, rector of St James church, Boston, and the Rev R. Neagle, rector of the church of the Immaculate Conception of Maiden, Mass. Cardinal Martinel- il, who was charged to report, pro- posed to choose Bishop Harkins. Af- ter a discussion the majority of car dinals favoring Bishop Harkins, the selection was left to Cardinal Gotti to decide with the pope.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
WAS SHORT OF COAL

St Johns, N. F., Aug 25.-The new Canadian fishery cruiser Canada, re- gently launched at Barrrow, England, arrived here to-day short of coal. She Is bound for Quebec and crossed from Barrows in eight days, but the coal in her bunkers was not sufficient for the remainder of the voyage.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
RELEASED UNDER BONDS.

New York, Aug 25.-Philip Vein steiner, president of the building trades alliance, under indictment on the charge of extortion, entered a plea of not guilty before Judge Newberger in the court of general sessions to- day. Weinsteimer was released un- der bonds of $2,000
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
Governor Sparks For Senator.

NEW YORK, Aug. 25. = Chairman Taggart has received a dispatch from Senator Newlands of Nevada saying that the Democrats of that state had indorsed Parker and Davis and nomi- mated strong state ticket. Governor Sparks was indorsed for senator to succeed William M. Stewart.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
FATHER sLocuM THERE.

New Haven, Aug 25.-There wers about 150 members and their wives present at the annual reunion of the Twentieth Connecticut yolunteera here to-day. Rev w. !. Slocum of Waterbury was their guest and after dinner made a short address in which CTuS -ss'.:Hor Buckingham.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
WAITING FOR ROOSEVELT.

Esopus, Aug 25.-Judge- Parker's letter of acceptance will not be issued until after that of President Roose- velt's. 1t was the intention at Rose mont until recently to make public the letter about September 10, but it is now understood MT Roosevelt's let ter will not be issued until the 18th.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
DETAINED TWO HOURS.

London, Aug 25.-The Anchor line steamer Asia, which sailed August Ii from Liverpool for Calcutta, has ar rived at Port Said and reports having been detained two hours while her pa pers and cargo were examined by the Russian cruiser ITral The search took place sixty miles east of Cape Vincent, Portugal
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
GUEsTS OF CROCODILEs

Bristol, Aug 25-The Crocodile club held its 2sth annual reunion at Lake Compounce to-day and POO persons were in attendance. At the business session which followed the banquet William c. French of Watertown was elected president
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
Governor odell,. rather HI.

NEWBURG, N. Ys, Aug. 25.-B. B. Odell, father of Governor Odell, was taken with a fainting spell while at tending a performance in local the ater last night He was assisted to the lobby by his son Hiram and his grandson Herbert A physician was summoned and MT. Odell after re- viving somewhat was taken to his homo
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
Mta. kane to. hnve operntion.

NEWPORT, R. l.. Aug. 25.-While Miss Dorothy Kane, daughter of Mir and Mrs. Grenville Kane, who was re- gently taken i'll here, is in certain way much improved, it has been de- cided that an operation for appendici- tis is wise precaution, and in conse- quence Dr. William T. Bull will per form it probably at the end of this week " ----
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
ATTENTION CALLED.

St Petersburg, Aug 25.--Great Brit ain has formally called the attention of the Russian government to the re- newed activity of the volunteer fleet
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
WEATHER FORECAST

Forecast for Connecticut: Fair to- night; Friday fair; warmer tonight; Friday cooler in northwest portion; fresh to brisk southwest winds.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
MORB MINES.

Tokio Aug 25 @ n. m.)--Two Rus sian torpedo boat destroyers struck mines at the entrance of Port Arthur last evening. The larger one of the destroyers four funneMed one, was sunk. The names of the vessels and the number of lives lost are unknown.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
WITH GREAT LOSS.
A FIERCR BOMBARDMENT.

St Petersburg, Aug 25.-The en- peror has received dispatch from viceroy Alexieff saying that General Stoessel has sent word from Port Arthur stating that on August 10 the Japanese had opened up a fierce bombardment on the fortress on the north and east points Of Uglovoi hill The Japanese he added are digging trenches in front of Fuyshim and along the entire Tiger valley.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
RUSSIAN CRUISERS COALING

Las Palmas, Canary Islands. Aug sian cruisers are coaling from the Ger man steamer Valesia at Cape Juby, off the south coast of Morocco.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
BISHOP HARKINa FAvoRTTE.

Boston, Mass, Aug 25.-Bishop Matthew Harkins was the favorite for the position of coadjutor arch bishop when the council of the arch diocese met here several months ago and chose the names of three persons to be submitted to Rome. Bishop Harkins was formerly connected with St Jamess church of this city.
 Many Roman Catholics have been of the opinion that Bishop William O'Connell of Portland would be se- lected, although his name was not proposed in the official recommends tion.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-25
ENGLAND CALLS HALT
 ON THE RUSSIANS
objects to Examination of Her Merchantmen Far From Scene of HostiIities - Christening Honors Were Plentiful-The Navy, However, Only Received Two in Honor of Naming of the New Born Infant

steamer Smolensk, and has asked for explanations. Russia has not yet for mally replied, being without official information, but in a general way she has explained that the orders sent to the Smolensk not to stop any more neutral vessels have not been deliv- cred.
 The Novoe Vreplya, commenting on the English newspaper propositions to treat the Russian auxiliary cruisers as pirates asks them not to forget Pre- mier Balfollr's remark that neutrals of to-day are the belligerents of to- morrow, and inquiries how the Britt. ish auxiliary cruisers would relish being treated as pirates.
 WITH GREAT LOSS.
 Chefoo, Aug 25.-Russian advices received here say that the Japanese assaults on Port Arthur August 21 and August 9 were repulsed with tremen- dous losses. It is added that the at tempt of the Japanese to capture Fort No 1 cost them 10000 men, and that their attack on Fort Etseshan resulted In their losing 5000 men killed or wounded. Port Dalny is said to be filled with wounded men.
 The Japanese are hiring laborers here for service on the Liaotung benin sula.
 It is reported that the Japanese are obtaining provisions through the port Of Weihaiwei
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-02-08
GRANGE MEETING.
Interesting Program Arranged by
 Local Oraanization.

The Connecticut Pomological society and the Connecticut Dairymen's asso- citation will conduct an all day meet day. These organizations come hers by invitation of Mad River grange of this city. The meeting is open to ev- erybody. The following is the pro gram for the day: Opening at 1o:30 a. m. Address of welcome. Overseer Garrigus Address Some Practical Sugges
 tions for Connecticut Fruit Grow Prof A. G. GulIey, Connecticut Agri-
 cultural, college, storrs. Discussion.
 Paper Success with Poultry"...
 ........ J. II. Putnam, Litchtield Recess for dinner, which will be
 served by the grange. Afternoon session at 2 o'clock, Music.
 Address Essentials to Success
 ........ H. G. Manchester, Winsted Discussion.
 Address, -'eyegetable Growing for
 Home and Market ........... J. H. Putnam, Fernwood Farm, Iitchs
 field.
 A question box will be open to re- ceive any inquiries on fruit topics. to be discussed as time permits. This will be made a prominent feature of the meeting and all are urged to bring questions and participate in the dis cussions.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-02-08
caaslx rfen,.

Almost seven per cent. of the cost ot| operating railway is for coal.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-02-08
BROOKLYN BRIEFS.

Robert Walker, who is enjoying a sojourn at Palm Beach, Florida, for the benefit of his health, writes home that the weather ill Florida is beauti- full It Is so warm and so fine that he can scarcely believe it possible af- ter what he had experienced in Wa terbury before he went south. The former alderman is enjoying his trip. There ard a number of Connecticut people at Palm Beach.
 The advent of cold weather has caused much sickness and the doctors are rushed with calls. Sick people will do we'll to remember whenever they want a prescription to be filed to send 1t to A. c. Walkers pharmacy, where the prescription materials arc the best that money can buy. Every thing is fresh and pure. There Is no substitute. The doctors directions are always carried out with absolute accuracy and the utmost care is taken that there are no mistakes. The prices are the lowest.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-02-08
READY FOR BATTLE.
The Company c Boys Are Lined Up
 for Their Fair o-Morrow Night.

Tomorrow evening, at the City hall, the big military carnival of Company G will be inaugurated in blaze of glory. Previous to the opening of the carnival the company will participate in a street parade, headed by the Wa terbury Military band. The fair has been well advertised during the last week by "Rube" Bell, with his pc culiar automobile. Bell has created plenty of amusement about Waterbury on account of his antics. Tomorrow evening Company G will introduce Zingarella, high class European nov city. Zingarella is beautiful young woman, who will be seen in spiral ascension act, using ball. Upon reaching the top of the spiral she per forms q skirt dance. Krao, the miss ing link, and Lionel the dog-faced Doy' are two other attractions who VIII al'- pear at the big carnival. Both nave been seen in the largest cities In the world and are certain to attract atten- ton here. Krao is young woman who was found in the wilds or an Asiatic forest by English explorers She speaks several languages and Is able to sing sweetly and play tns plano as well Her body is covered with monkey fur. Lionel Is young Russian whose head Is covered wltil tawny hair. giving him the appearance of a lion. He too, is intelligent ana visitors may discuss the Japanese olI- ficulty with him if they choose. Evers evening there will be dancing, wlth Da11lmann's orchestra to supply the music. The company is to give away s1. 800 in prizes. the capital prize Delng S1 O00
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-02-08
Nenninn Cold.

Goae IS being electroly ytically reHne0 in tho Philadelphia mint
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-02-08
POLICE COURT DOINCS.
Prosecutor Meigs Took His Place in
 the City Court Ts-Day.

The new prosecuting officer ill the city court. Attorney c. k. Meigs, took office this morning and Judge Peasley presided. Thomas Bree, arrested by Officer J. Mccarthy last evening at 6 o'clock for intoxication, was fined $10 and costs, and given sixty days pro- bation.
 bandage across Stains Markis nose indicated that he had been in a lively shindy last evening. Markis lives on Riverside street and last even Ing he was. with a crowd that was making q great real of noise outside the house he lives in. Officer Walsh told the crowd to disperse and all in it had the good sense to obey his ad- vice only Markis. He went in after being told two or three times. The officer then resumed his beat and was going down the street when he thought he heard footsteps behind. Turning about he saw Markis with a carpen- ter's hammer in his hand. There was a tussle. Markis tried to use the ham, mer but the officer got in the first blow and the bandage across Markts' nose was the result. Markis was fined S10 and costs and placed on probation sixty days.
 The colored boy Herbert Jackson, who has been locked up since Thurs day on q charge of theft of $15 from Annie Graves, was charged on two ad- ditional counts to-day with theft of q gold ring, an opal ring, a pair of cuff buttons and eye glasses from Dr K. G. Graves, all of the value of $40; and also with theft of a gold watch val ued at $45 and an oyercoat Of the val ue of $1, the property of B. W. Moor ing. He pleaded guilty to the three. On the last two he was sentenced to 120 days ill Jail and for the theft of $15 he was fined ST and costs. After the jail sentence is served he shall be given sixty days probation in which to pay the fine.
 Daniel Scanlon and Adam Boise, em- ployed at the garbage crematory, got into muss Saturday evening. Boise was fined $15 and costs and $5 and costs for intoxication and breach of the peace and Scanlon was fined S5 and costs.
 A complaint against Charles Daily for intoxfcatfon and breach of the peace was continued to tomorrow morning as he was unable to appear in court.
 Pasquale Ciminero, owner of Wards Flats. was charged with selling liquor yesterday in his apartments over his saloon at GAP Bank street and keeping open a place reputed to be a place where liqllor is sold without q license. The evidence which was furnished by Officers J. Mccarthy, Hayes and Walsh was to the effect that the place has the reputation charged. Hayes and Walsh went to the place yesterday afternoon and found half dozen men there drinking beer. In closet they found a number of empty beer cases. They seized two bottles of beer. Of- ficer Walsh testified that Giminero was very angry at the police and p'ln- melled the table and swore and took revolver out of his pocket and gave it to his wife when they entered. X fine of S2OO and costs was imposed and all appeal was taken.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-02-08
Pearls for wa~msh.

This story has been told of the wRe of an ex-member of congress. a lady hav- ing an inordinate love of display and who, very rich, delights in wearing as much jewelry as she possibly can. Ono evening she gave grand disner-party, at which she appeared decorated with z diamond tiara and many ropes of pearls round her neck In the midst of the feast the lady suddenly declared that she felt chilly, and, desiring servant to call her maid, she said out loud when tha girl arrived: "Susette, I am so cold. Please fetch me another string = pearls"