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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-06-25
TODD MAKES SETTLEMENT.
Gires Facts in Regard to SuIHUan
4fdir.

New-Haver Conn. June 24-Percy r. Todd, first
vice president Of the New York. NeT-Haven and
Hartford Railroad, tonight gave out the following
statement:
So many statements have been made IN the public
press as to an attempt wreck the special train
which carried the Connecticut and Rhode Island
delegations the Republican National Convention
made in the press To the Official denials OF the
same that the following statement or fact IS maze
President Mel!en has not at any time received a
letter demanding $1,000, any other sum, TO pre-
from New-York containing threat TO dynamite a
train President Mellen received no letter from
Sullivan one else on the suiJetl or train
wrecking prior his leaving for Chicago last sat
shortly after Mr. MeIlen's departure . letter ad-
dressed TO him was brought to me. This letter was
written from WilkesbaTre, Penn. 1t contained abb
solutely threats against Mr. Mellen; 1t contained
no reference threats against the special train
10 the Chicago convention. II contained no refer
ence whatever any future attempts at train
wrecking referred entirely TO several attempts
at train wrecI5iuE which have been made since
March J. and offered TO give Information regarding
This letter Mr. bellen did not sec, and has no
knowledge yet, and, stated before II contalned
no threats future criminal attempts, Dut Wa5
simply an offer give information as 10 Things
that had occurred in the past. The story IN re-
gard TO any attempt being made against the safety
OF the special train carrying tho delegates 10
All statements purporting to have been made by
me and appearing in the utterly without
Monday last thar M Meuen had not received any
such letter and the further statement that in 10
way had the special train to Chicago been threat
cred Alleged interviews have appeared with me
,y2s not in NeW-HaVen from o'clock Tuesday
morning until Thursday, and have seen
no representatives of the press either In New
Haven elsewhere. IN connection with this or any
ofh
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-06-25
SEA FIGHT OFF PORT.
RUSSIAN WARSHIP SUNK
Tsco Others Badly Damaged
Japap's Fleet Unhurt

a Russian battleship was sunk and hat.
tleshp and cruiser were badly damaged bv
Admiral Togo's warships on Thursday. The
injuries 10 the japanese feet were reported
trihing.
The japanese occupied Kai-Ping on June
ef. according TO the correspondent of the
Berlin ''Tageblatt' at the Russian headouar-
ters IN the held. The statement must be ac-
cepted with reserve, because Russian official
reports said that General Oku's army was
only four miles north of Sung Yo- Cheng on
that day, resuming Its march on June 90.
Rurnors at LiaO-Yang of junction of the
armies o: Generals Oku and Kuroki and an
attsck on the Russian position were not bornc
out By dispatches received ct the War Office
IN St. Petersburg. These indicated that
Kuroh had checked his advance TO await the
approach of the columns from the south.
Another attack on Port Arthur bv the jap
anese land forces began on Thursday even
ING and continued for six hours The firing
was heavy. The japanese repeated their pre-
vous tactics of sending small warships to
draw the fire of the forts on the coast
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-06-25
TWO BANDITS CAUGHT.
Haze about Half of Honey Taken
in Kingston HOLd-Up.
IBy TELEGRAPH TO TIE TRIBUNE.I


Kingston, y. Y, June 24-Tyo of the bandits
who robbed the paymaster OF tho Hudson River
Bluestone Company near this city yesterday
morning Of 81. 76G were captured this afternoon
at Marbletown. seven miles from Kingston. after
taken 10y Under Sheriff Grove Webster and
Isaac Carman the tailer. They proved to be
Italians. as supposed. They were brought to
jail here this evening. and about S1,325 in cash
found in their pockets. Each had about
half the amount, showing that the spoils had
been divided equally among the gang of four.
The burlap bags which used for masks
were also taken from them the sheriff's offic>.
On arriving there Orsou c. Longycar. the pay
master. one OF the victims of the hold-up, was
sent for He identified the robbers promptly
and said to one: Why. you are No. So 70
whom l gave permission to visit your friends in
New-York last week To this the rufTian as
sented. His companion also Identified by
his number Both attempted TO give their
names 10 Sheriff Webster, but a interpreter
was present they could not be understood.
The other TWO members Of the gang are being
closely cornered. and their arrests are expected
soon. One of these, who is believed to be the
leader is a tall. brawny man. He has been
shot in the hack by the pursuing officers who
are now chasing them through the forest, and
they not many miles from this city when
last heard from. The pursuit Of the bandits
was so prompt and effective that they had no
time either to escape or even spend any of the
money The prisoners now in Jail seem half
starved and utterly exhausted. There is much
excitement in the city over the AFFAIR tonight
IS crowded with people who are waiting TO see
the other robbers brought fll-
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-06-25

not think they were the fault OF the bandit
chief. and that he had every comfort possible
under the circumstances.
variey appears as cheerful and bright as II
he had Just returned from a picnic
Both Perdicaris and varIsy ara much thinner.
especially the former. who has aged considers-
bly,.
Perdicarfs was received at his town house By
the authorities. tho admirals OF the fsets and
many personal friends. His Moorish servants
made a great demonstration OF joy. kissing thsf-
masters hands and clothes.
Much credit IS due 70 the two sherifs OF
wszan. ATuIaf Ali and Mulai Harnet. who have
spent much time in their efforts to secure the
success Of the negotiations NIulai Ali remained
at Raisulrs camp continuously. thus insurine
the safety OF the lives OF the captives. while
Mulai Hamet travelled back and forth between
Tangier and BeuaIros.
Mulai Harnet says he arrived at the camp ~
zeIaI. Governor OF the Bent Msara tribe. az 3
o'clock on June %. but the captives did rot
rive until the morning Of June q.
Nothing unusual occurred at the exchange os
the prisoners. who started Immediately for their
homes
The delay IN turning over the capttves was
apparently merely mistake as TO the date SET
for their release
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PLANS OF CORTELYOT.
TO BE NO FIGUREHEAD.
VIII Consult PreSident-Headquar-
ters Here After august 1.
tBY TELEGRAPH TO THE rEIBuNxI

Chicago June 2i-Repubcan national head
quarters will be opened first in Washington where
Chairman George Bruce Cortelyou will attend to the
business of the campaign until August 1. On July
the resignation of Mr.. Cortelyou Secretary Of
Commerce and Labor will go into effect, and he
will take up the duties of manager of the cam
pagn. Mr.. Cortelyou in Chicago to-day, but
he will start tomorrow morning for Washington.
week from to-day he will begin to talk politics.
and will probably begin by announcing the per-
sonnel Of the executive committee which is to help
him manage the campaign.
It Is that Ny. Cortelyou told the members
of the national committee that he would not be a
hgurehead as chairman OF the committee, but II
is true also that the announcement was greeted
with enthusiasm By the old and members Of
the committee. In talking to a friend later. Mr.
CorteIyou remarked
There was nothing offensive in what I said and
nothing offensive understood from it. did
ONLY what any seIf-respecting man would be bound
the responsibilities of trying and difficult position
such the chairmanship. must have the privilege
of using my judgment and doing what regard as
wise ana best.
New-York until after August l. If present plans
are carried out. In tbs frsc place the Republicans
desire wait uut,l the Democrats have had plenty
os time 10 formulate thelr campaign and 10 show
their hand. Then the Republicans win show what
they want to do and just how to do IT, While IN
Washington Cortelyou will consult with President
Roosevelt freely. and what is done viii be the re-
suit Of their collaboration. 1t is safe to that
Governor Odeu will havo charge OF the practical
IL is regarded IS certain that Harry S New.
national committeeman from Indiana and Score
quarters. and that Chairman COrtelyou will de-
yoto much Of his time To the Newfork branch
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SHIPS COVER ADV4NCE.
Squadron accompanies Oku's army
-!SkHmiSheS.

81. Petersburg. June 24.-The general staff has
received tbo following telegram from Lieutenant
General Sakharoff, under date OF June %:
A. niehtfaI on June - the japanese van
guard occupied line four miles north Of
Seniuchen tSiung- Yo-Cheng). which extended
from the seashore to the mountains through the
Villages Of Sian6-Paitse. Tang~Tsin. Iltsia-
TUng. YorE-Tsan-TaUung. and Wang rslao-
Shang. They established heliosraph station
or the heights OF ldtsia-Fung. a ccrdon OF IN
fantry with Quick-frers covered their left flank.
japanese patrol endeavored unsuccessfuIy
70 penetrate our outposts.. The night passed
On the morning Of June % the japanese re-
E3ned the advance. their front extending from
Tsyaja TO the Kantak River. japanese war
Our yanguards on June 21. and % checked
the enemy along the roads from Slu-Hen TO
Hal-Cheng. Lieutenant Enyberts and three
CosSacAs were wounded.
The japanese on June % had not moved out
O. the Chapan Pass
zion on the Feng- -Cheng side, With the
exception that the enemy has been strengthened
ELd IS building Notifications near the KAPPA
Pass twelve miles TO the southwest, and is hlso
making roads from -Wang-ChenS n the
direction OF Selut-Chang.
Ehe japanese have retired beyond ALL ans-
Pen-Men. on the Eama5a- Iiassian road.
IN ski-nish on June p Lieutenant Aniich-
koA 2n1 two Coss2cks were wounded
The Information received by the War onioe
shows that General Kuropatk.n has no intention
u SERIOUSLY COGteStlnS paBese taN tA4l'N VA
Kai-Ping which would seem 10 carry with II
The decision to abandon practically the entire
peninsula TO the enemy. ana 10 withdraw The
Russian troops from New-Cnwang. The Rus
sian outposts are eight miles north Of Sung
Yo-Cheng ana are gradually falling back aiong
the line OF the railroad. II is likely that The
Japanese will reach Kai-PInG in couple Ct
days
General KUr0k!'s three columns seem 20 have
Suspended their advance, pending General oku's
arrival at Kai-Plng. They are occupying the
three roads leading from Siu-Yen TO hai-Ping'
TasLi-Chiao and Hai-Cheug. The exact posi-
ton Of the japanese on the Tashi-Chiao ROAD IS
nOt known, but one column is at Nandl-apudza'
forty miles from Hai-Cheng. and another Is AT
Chapanlin twenty-five miles from kaI-Fine.
Military critics approve General Kuropatk.t's
decision not 10 fight at Kai-Plng. which. they
point out is particularly unfavorabl BILE position,
exposed to a flank from Kuroki on one side ana
10 z possible landing near New-Chwan3 on me
other
TIE japanese forces engaged in this move
ment are estimated at 10000 men, ana an
enormous number Of guns. Apparently TWO ul-
visions have left Port Arthur. This may ac-
count for the practical suspension Of the siege
Operations but the delay may also be due TO
The reported loss OF the siege train on ooafd
Japanese transports -,
Although much interest Is manifested IL tuS
toreign reports Of the loss or these guns anu
in the reports from the same sources OF lhe
drowning of Commander in CHIEF Oy''tHa alI.t
his star the Admiralty has oconfir'i.s''o'' "
tGese FuTnOrs.
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THE CAPTURE AND ITS SEQUEL.

On Nav IS at supper time. nine bandits under
che leadership OF Ratsuh well known freebooter
Of Northern Morocco. kidnapped Ion Perdicaris and
Cromwell varIey. his stepson. at the summer home
OF Mr. PerdCaris Tangier Raisun then in
formed the Sultan OF Morocco that he wanted the
government troops removed from the district in
which he had hidden his capttvss- Because Mr..
PerdCaris was American and Mr.. Varley
Englishman the consuls OF the United States and
England Immediately Informed their respective
governments of the kidnapping.
On May 10 Washington sent orders to Rear Ad-
mlraI Chadwick directing him to dispatch a ship
OF the South Atlantic squadron to Tsngier. and.
May 20 British torpedo boat sailed from Gibraltar
sor Tansier. on May 2 representatives OF the Sui
tan started for the mountains TO induce the
brigands to give up Perdicarls and varIey.
Mr. GIHTere May 25 reported that negotia-
tions for the release of the captives had proved
unsatisfactory. though the Sultan appeared to be
earnestly working for their freedom
The Navy Department ordered Rear Admiral
Jewell on May %. to so from the Azores with
three ships Taugier Secretary Hay also ob-
tanned the detailed demands of the bandits on the
Sultan from Mr.. Gummere. These included a ran
of SIS 00o the removal OF the Governor OF Tan
gier and the Withdrawal OF his troops from all the
neighboring districts.
The armOred cruiser Brooklyn and the cruiser
Atlanta reached Tangier on May 50 Admiral
Chadwick had conference with the Sultans
representative. Mr.. Gunmere sent word TO Wash
lngton that RaIsuH had threatened his captives
ta reached Tangie- on the following day. France
assured Washington tEat she vouId do all in her
power to rescue the prisoners. THIS in reply
20 a request made by EIr Hay.
Washington learned or June l that RaisuH hsd
increased the ransom 10 $1,000 Rear Admiral
Jewell with the European squadron. joined tue
other ships at Tangier. bringing the number OF
United States war vessels there 10 seven.
The Italian cruiser DogaH arrived at Taugier on
June . delegation Of chiefs OF the Augerra tribe
left Taagier to appeal to Ra-sul release his p-s
Oners- The natives were excited over the pres
enee Of the warships that fears OF an uprising
were expressed.
On June Washington learned from unofficial
sources in Paris that France looked with alarm ON
the presence of so many American warships at Tan
giers. aad the arrival Of another italian man-ofwar
increased the excitement of the natives.
The Spanish battleships PelayO and NumancIa
reached TaDgier on June s. A Moslem feast which ft
feared might result in massacre OF foreigners
passed without disturbance. The British Minister
Al Morocco asked England TO send a warshlp =
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DYING REQUESTS ALL IGNORED.
Man Did Not Want Family at His Funeral
Wished Body Cremated.

J. Vaughan Snider. who died at No 64 West
One-hundred -snd-fourth-st. Sunday. left q
signed memorandum which filed in the Surro-
gates Office yesterday. II starts thus
NJ Dear James In the event Of anything hap
pening to me l want you TO accept this
preston Of my final wishes. My body is TO be
cremated There is to be religious ceremony
unless the brethren Of Continental Lodge No. 49,
+. and A. M feel disposed 10 honor with Il brief
Masonic ceremony l. especially request that no
member of my family be present. If there is no
way to arrange this. then l request that no cere-
mCpy whatever be held
Not one of the wishes carried out. The body
was buried on Wednesday from tho home of his
family in Brooklyn, and the funeral attended
by all the surviving members Of the family. and a
religious ceremony was held at their direction.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-06-25
BETTING ON ROOSEVELT.
Offers in the Financial District
$1,000 by One Professional.

Now that the Republican National Convention
has completed its work, stories OF election betting
offers I'm the financial district heard,
The tckers told yesterday OF offer by one
Stock Exchange house 10 bet TO on
Roosevelt This was the scale that was talked
about on the curb Later. OF the profess
sionals who always early in the betting field
announced that he had $1,000 to bet Roosevelt
at 10 10 s. ON the curb. however. where is the
primary market for election bets, representa-
tives OF houses which accustomed to handle
suca business. said that they knew of no wagers
having been laid. Offers had been made. but the
odds were regarded fictitious.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-06-25
B4NKER'S "4UTO' KILLS.
Coroner Says He May Hold ". h,
Dick for Grand Jury.
IrT rr1ror-rH 10 ruz Tn1puNE. :

lifc and death sirCa "wednesday hight = Henry
Hottenstein. Who had been down by William
A. Dick. the banker. IN his automobile died at
o'clock this morning his home In Chestnut Hill.
His parents prostrated. ard his mother who has
been invalid for several years. Is in a serious
condition from the shock. Mr. Dick was so much af-
fected by the news that he refused 10 see any
callers this morning.
Should the allegations OF friends OF Hottensten
that Mr.. Dick driving his motor at so high a
speed. that he could avoid Hottenstein. be sup
ported by evidence at the inquest tomorrow, the
coroner says he viii hold the banker TO await the
action of the grand jury.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-06-25
PERDICARIS FREE AT LAST
HE APRIYES At TANGIER.
FARLEY ,rith Him-Does Not Blame
Raisuli for Hardships Suffered.

Tangier. June 25.-Ion Perdicaris and Croun-
well Farley, who were captured py the bandit
chief Raisuli. arrived here early this morning
Mr.. Perdicarts is greatly fatigued after his
long ride He says he is glad to get back. He is
greatly pleased with the reception given to him
by the towusmen. who met him in great num-
bers.
Perdicaris suffered many hardships while In
the hands Of RaisuIi although he says he does
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-06-25
swINDLED GEN. BUTLER, IT IS SAID.
Police Of Chicopee, Mass, Say Sullivan Has
National Reputation.
lnr TELEGRAM TO THE TRIBUNE

Chicopee Mass. June &.-Poice here say that
the man under arrest in New-York as NJ. J. Sulli-
van charged with attempting to wreck a train at
North Haven. Conn. on May 50, is J. 4. Stoddard of
forger and swindler.
Stoddard is hfty-one years Old and was born and
educated here where his family is well connected.
lIis ster exploit, IL is alleged was swindling Gen
eral BENJAMIN +. Butler out of 5000 lie has
served at least terms in prison, the police
and bv means of a forged petition secured a par
dOn from Governor Buchanan while serving a six
wears sentence in Tennessee. He then resumed his
forgeTies ii is charged and secured the signature
of Miss Winnie Davis. Soon afterward Gene ra!
Taauregard and other Southerners received letters
with her signature asking their help, as the Davis
family was IN great need.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-06-25
HAMMERING FORTRESS.
ATTACK Remezced from Land Side
4 NaraL Demonstration.

Chicago. June PA dispatch 10 'fhe Ea'!y
AeHG" from che-Foo says;
Another demonstration tooA place or -. ~
Arthur yesterday. Firing began Grona .Le i9i ,-,
about 20 e. m AID continued tili =. u
programme was about the same as On the pr.
ssous day. The destroyers and TORPEDO i's@r D9aeS
2ursned the tactics, ana ah -lI 80
cruiser lay or the islands unti tle liii 9 f,1i
cessec yhea :. .,roce=ded eastward al iui
speed.
AZ $50 me sans evening firing began nesNny
IRON TIE blutE ,sith much activity o. ne
CouiIDued On third Dsse
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-06-25
MAY END THE INCIDENT.
Release of Perdicaris Confirmed by
Consul General Gunmers.
IFROM THE TRIBCNE sUREAU.1

Washington June 24-The State Department
late tonight received cable dispatch from
Consul General CiuInmere. announcing the ar
rival OF Perdtcaris and Varley at Tangfer
The department Is not yet prepared TO say
that IL will or will not demand OF the Sultan OF
Morocco the punishment Of RaisulI. That ques-
ton has not been discussed. for the reason that
Secretary Hay has been devoting his attention
entirely 10 securing the release OF Perdicaris and
Varley. With their release. however. the State
Dpartment officials inclined to regard the In
cerned.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-06-25
SHERIFF CAUGHT IN AMBUSH.
Two of Posse Pursuing Assassins with Blood
hounds Shot Dead
InT TELEGRAPH TO THE TRIBUNE

jackson. KY June 24.-News has reached here
from Cane Creek that two members Of the posse
pursuing the assassins of Mack White yesterday
had been killed In Il fight with the anti-Hargis
faction this afternoon. Sheriff Callahan and his
followers accompanied by Captain Milkin and
two bloodhounds left here this morning for the
scene of the murder, and the hounds took the trail
and went toward the Cane Creek Settlement. They
fell into an ambush there and one of the men who
vas leading the dogs and another, who riding
with the Sheriff were shot. Their names were not
given nv the messenger by whom Sheriff Callahan
sent for reinforceuents II IS said that friends or
the assassin who are well known VIII resist the
pursuit by the Sherilf and hIs forces.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-06-25
COLOMBIA IN FERlIENT.
Close Contest Bet5ceen Reyes and
TeIe3 for Presidency.

Colon. June 24-News received here from
Cartagena says that the entire Republic of Co
lombia is stirred up over the forthcoming Pres
idential election. which will take place on July
!. General Reyes and Dr. Joaquin Velez appear
10 control equal number OF votes.
The government is favoring General Reyes
The Governor Of Bolivar in the interest Of Ger
eral Reyes. has just arrested several prorni-
nent followers of DR. VeleE.
II is feared in many quarters that revoIu-
tion VIII be the outcome OF the election
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-06-25
ECKELS TO BOLT HEARST.
Plan for Illinois Delegation to Votc
against Congressman.
rnY TELEGRAPH To TIE rRIRrNr. !

Chicago June 24.-James II, Eckels. national dele
gate from Illinois TO the Democratic convention at
St Louis will lead a bolt from Hearst despite the
Instructions at Springfield. Tho Hopkins Sullivan
Democracy Of Chicago. Ben T. Cable and others
OF the state delegates will follow gladly and eager
~ This is expected TO develop poll OF the
Illinois delegation the vote which. according
10 good information Will be: Against Hearst -
votes for Hearst 25. The chairman of the Illinois
delegation will announce the vote and add that
under the unit rule adopted by the State convention
at Springfield the total vote viii be against
Hearst. Mr. Eckels said to-day. Il elected
from district which voted against Hearst instruc-
tions at the primary. and l Will carry the
wishes OF the Democrats OF that district at st.
J Oic
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-06-25
RUSSIANS RETIRE NORTH.
KG-Ping Reported Taken-4 Great
Battle Near.

Berlin. June 23-Colonel Caedke. The corre-
spondeut Of the "Tageblatt' in the Far East,
t.legrsphing from the Russian headquarters.
SAYS that On June - the japanese occupied Kai-
Ping. ana that decisive battle Of the united
armies Of Generals Oku and Kurod with the
Russian main army is expected shortly.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-06-25
RHODES SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED.
That for New-Eampshire Goes to NcwYorl
Dartmouth Graduate.

Concord y. IL. June 2l-The trustees for New
Haupsa!-e Of the Cecil Rhodes scholarships met
fn this city today and named the first repre-
sentative Of this State julius Arthur Brown. of
Nev-Yorx city. a graduate OF Dartmouth. ard
ereat-gra ndson oE President Brown OF that college
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JUNGLE JOE" CANNON ILL.
Daughter Plans Sea Toyage to
Europe for Him.
my TELEGRAPH TO TIRE TRIBUNE. !

Chicago June 24-Josepk G.. Cannon was
taken to his home. at Danville last night Ill. in
stead % going to st. Louis, as the politicians
desired him 10 do The Speaker is to so to Eu-
rope II the plans which his daughte: Miss Helen
Cannon. has made for him are carried out. She
intends TO engage passage on the Cedric or one
Of the othe- large slow boats. and to go for
brief trip which viii be more for the sea voyage
than for the foreign travel.