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Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18
RUSSIANS In A TRAP.
PORT ARTHUR is INVESTED BY
TWO JAP ARMIES.
Cut OFF from the World, Russians Ex-
pect to Hold City for Year-Mikado's
10000 Men Land from sixty Trans
ports and Seize Railroad.

The Russians seem TO havs abandon
ed Port Arthur to its fate and Gen.
Stoessel and his men must either sur
render or die. The Japanese invading
armies swarm at Will over the narrow
neck Of the Liao-Tung peninsula. They
have cut the wires and blockaded the
railroad back OF the doomed fortress.
AleAieff and the wounded were hurried
ly shipped north. just before the way Of
escape was closed. Admiral Togo has
reduced Port Arthur's fleet to a nullity.
Two big japanese armies. believed to
number not less than 10000 men, have
landed on the I.iao-Tung peninsula north
of Port Arthur, seized the railroad and
put the Russian fortress in state of
siege. One army landed on the west,
the other on the east, coast Of the pc
ninsula. 1t is reported that one army
will march north and attack New
chwsng. Port Arthur has been isolated
and left 10 its own resources, and yet
all this the Russians seem to accept With
great stoicism. These events have been
expected since the outbreak of the war
and the authorities appear to he re
lieyed now that the blow has fallen
They assert that the fortress Of Fort
Arthur is impregnabIe and amply pro-
visioned TO stand a siege for year and
that it can hold out until the time comes
to relieve it.
While the landing was proceeding on
Thursday. the japanese ships, consisting
of the battlcsbips Mikasa HatsIse, Shi-
kash;ma, Yashima and Fuji and the
cruisers Iwate. Idsumo and Asama,
made demonstration off Port Arthur to
prevent the possible egress of Russian
torpedo boats. a number Of Jar"nes5
torpedo boats were observed ~ Iiado
Island, ia Pigeon bay
Upon the mountainous banl Of the
Yem kuropatki8 fears that the vietori-
OTIS japanese viii Grn his tlanh sind
the stage is Gle trea for one Of the great
est sieges aud assaults OF modern az
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18
Shark. from the Wires.

W. f. Harbaugh, for many years pres
ident of the Missouri State Grange, died
in Liberty. Mo. at the age of 49,
In order to accommodate his art treas
ures, Pierpont Morgan has bought the
house adjoining his English residence at
Princes Gate for $4,000.
The popular fund for the bensSt OF the
survivors Az the dependent relatives Of
the victims Of the Missouri disaster viii
be iisbursed by the naval aid society, an
organization especially equipped for such
service. The money nov in hand amounts
10 81. 400.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18
WANTS YANKEE BOYS.
CHINA is BIDDING FOR UNCLE
SANS SOLDIERS.
Offers Same Rank and Pay Officers
Received When in Service in Spanish
War = Poison Administ cred by Mis-
take Kills College Student.

Brig. Gen. Edmond F. English Of
Yankton, S. D., has written Captain
William r. English. as eommander-in-
chief Of the Spanish war vet
Grams, notifying him that Prince Pu
Iun. Chinese commissioner 10 the st.
Louis exposition and next in line of
succession to the Chinese imperial
throne. has authorized him to invite
American officers who served in the
Spanish war to accept commissions in
the new Chinese army. The pay is TO
be the same as that given by this cOun-
try, rank for tank. Gen. English has
been appointed the American member Of
the Chinese general staff. He says he
expects to get several hundred American
officers to take commissions.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18
Tongue Cut ont 10 silence Him.

For some time baud OF negroes have
been committing depredations in and
about Iawkinsyille. Ga William Thom-
as, an ordinarily well-hchayed negro,
was inveigled into joining them. Regret.
ting his err,r, he talked OF quitting the
band. Fearing he would tell what he
knew of them. the band cantured him,
carried him into a swamp and cut his
tougue out. He was diving from loss OF
blood when found, aud as he did not
know how 10 write he died without be.
ing able to tell who his assailauts were
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18
Preferred Death to snrgeon,s knife.

Rather than undergo surgical opera
tons two persons committed suicide in
New York and vicinity Tuesday. Adulph
Audra, having grcwn Respondent because
he feared he would lose his right hand
from blood poisoning and lacking the
courage TO undergo the operation OF the
member shot himself ct his home. 42S
East Forty-ninth street. in the metrop-
oils. Peter Hutton OF West Orange. y.
J., cut his throat ia preference to having
finger which he froze last winter am
putated, Two weeks ago Hutton had
10 have a mangled thumb cut of.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18

With the clerk eli the Distract Court
il Lincoln. E. Benjamin Andrews, cban-
ceIlor OF the Nebraska University. has
filed a complaint in which he alleges
that his son. Guy c. Andrews, IS ailict-
Ell with decisions and prays that the
young man be taken into custody by the
sheriff Of Lancaster County The son
Of tue chancellor has been missing from
his home for three weeks.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18

Fire 81 Ince0di1ry origin 3aWaseI AT
buildings on two sides Of q public
about $45Oo Two men whf were
caught stealing goods from one % the
burned stores are held on suspicion of
being the drcouas. Tbe fire broke out
in an empty store near the city EalI aud
snrend raanILN
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18
GAR CALLS RESERVES.
Imperial Ukasc Orders Out Troops in
six Provinces.


An imperial ukase issued in St Re
terSburg calls 9ut the reserves of sew
cyal districts IN the governments II Poi
tava. Kursk. kharkoff, Rrazau. kaluga
ana 1uia. With the view Of the compile
ton Of the units 10 br sent tU the far
East from the military districts Of kief
and Moscow.
There is a complete absence OF OIL
cial information The authorities are
as silent as the grave concerning Gen.
Kuropatkm's plans. only declaring that
his tactics will be vindicated. The re
port Of the appearance Of the enemy NJ
KwmtjeuSten. on the Mukden road, from
the Yalu. causes some disqu.eude. II
the japanese could get on this road.
above IiaO-yang. the Russian position
there would be threatened. The 81. Pc
tersburg papers seem more concerned
about the effect OF the Japanese sue
cesses upon the Chinese than about tie
ultimate result Of the campaign.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18
Death Not Far off for ouav.

Senator Matthew Stanley Qu9y. one
of the most picturesque of the eastern
Republican leaders and the man who has
held Pennsylvania in the palm Of his
hand longer than a quarter OF a century.
Is dying slowly. He is suffering with
asthma and serious liver complaint
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18
Ends Her Lite With nuIIet,

because Of matrimonial misuuder.
standings, Mrs. William Morris Cruik-
shank. wife OF q wealthy young real es-
tate dealer and herself q member os a
prominent Philadelphia family. shot her
self through the heart at her home in
New York
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18
Standing of Clubs in the Two Principal
Leagues.
PoIs0N KILLS coILEGE SIT DENT


William T. Fuller ot Waite port o.
the freshman class ar Jamit On College
Clinton, D. ~ and prefes at tae Cha-
too Preparatory Sche~', died frau the
effects OF potion givf4 him by mistake.
lie had been i'll for vo weel.s with scar
ler fever. 4 poison tablet was given lim
by mistake, and although every effort TO
save the young mans life was made it
was in vain His mother was notified
and Was with him wheG be died.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18
Cold Water Advocate Killed.

The Rev. A. n Collins. temperance
lecturer 81 Westerv.lle was killed by
passenger traiB at Creston. Ohio. He
was crossing tie track in an effort to
reach the station platform
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18

landing OF troops from sivtv Transports
Cape Terminal on the morning of May
being landed al KjRcbow. hut this is not
credited, as the Russians are known TO
have fartidcatioas there. and it IS not
believed that the Iananese had The aar-
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18
Young Connie Fonud Dead.

Edward JarHi2aH, western manage,
To- t6e Potter wall paper mills and his
bride Of I've months were found dead Of
gas esphyxiatiou ut 1882 pakiu street.
Chicago
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18

J-@oaa Bonnie. trapeze performer, Of
Chacaeo, BIAS sled 100000 breach Of
premise suit against William c. u.
Care. q business man of Oakland, Cal
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18

Tie lake strike threatens big com
uerciai disaster to Chicago and the
West Fully $250WO.O00 in capital is
involved. and 10000 men are idle.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18
BUSINESS CARDS.

Il. p. PROCTOR ATTORNEY AND
Counselor. Yroqua Wis. VIII practice IN
all Courts Of the state. Special attention
given 70 collections.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18
SOCIETY DIRECTORY.

IA BELLE LODGE, A. F. &. A. NJ NO.s4.
-Meets the First and Third Wednesdays of
each month"; Han IA Williams block.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18
Somewhat better retail
distribution Las followed
improvement in tempera-
| New York.

Improvement in tempera-
ture, but it came too haze to recover
any large part ii the tardy seasons
injury to spring trade Quiet condi-
tons are noted in practically all lines
Of wearing apparel with the excep-
ton of specialties such as tan shoes.
that cannot be delivered with sufficient
rapidly
The percentage of idle factories has
increased, especially in textiles and
footwear, and change in style has
rendered unavailable much silk ma
ehinery Structural work is increas-
ing
Recovery in the IRON and steel in
dustry is gain retarded by sic unex-
pected dissolution Of the ore Associa-
ton
Fuel conditions are unchanged an
tnracite continuing active, while coke
and biuiminous coal are dull md
veal.
After last weeks exceptionally
heavy transactions It was natural that
the Western hide markets should be
come inactive. Prices remain firm.
however
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1904-05-18

NIR0QGA LODGE, l. o. o. F.-MEETS
every Saturday night In Williams block.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
DRIVER FINED.
Bicycle Policeman's Injuries Said to
Have Resulted From Carelessness

Bicycle Policeman Wright, who while
riding his bicycle collided with a milk
wagon near 4th and C streets northeast
about two weeks ago and was seriously in
jured. as stated in The Star at the time.
was able to appear in the Police Court this
morning. He stated that the driver Of the
team. boy named Benjamin Moffett, was
responsible for the accident. Three OF the
policeman's ribs were broken and he was
otherwise injured.
There was a stiff breeze blowing at the
time the collision occurred. 1t is stated. and
the officer was unable to see the wagon
until he was within ten fifteen feet Of II.
His hat was lifted from his head and he
was trying to save it from being blown off.
This also prevented him from seeing the
wagon.
1t was alleged by the policeman that the
wagon was on the wrong side of the street
and that the boy did not have hold of the
lines at the time These allegations were
denied by the boy. He said he was driving
in the middle of the street and was little
to the right, If anything. Judge Strider
heard the witnesses and disposed of the
case by imposing fine Of IS upon the
driver.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
AFFAIRS IN GEORGETOWN.
Death Of Miss Helen T. Brace-Per-
sonal Mention.

Miss Helen T. Brace, sister Of DR.. Will
liam d. Brace, and daughter Of Mrs. Helen
D. and the late Russell B. Brace Of George
town, died yesterday at the family resi-
dence, 1916 Both street northwest, after a
lingering illness. Miss Brace was in her
fifty-second year. The funeral will take
place tomorrow afternoon at o'clock from
her late home. Rev. w. c. Alexander, pas
tor of the West Street Presbyterian Church,
will ofticiate. The services at the house and
at the grave will be private.
Mrs. Margaret T. Waters of 1922 32d
street is on an extended visit to her son,
William c. Waters, at Denver, Col.
Word has been received in Georgetown to
the effect that Rev. Frederick b. Howden
rector of st. Johns Church, who left in
July to spend four months in the west for
the benefit of his health, will remain away
two months longer, upon the advice of his
physicians. According to the reports his
trip has been very beneficial so far In order
to keep his pulpit supplied Mr.. Howden ar
ranged transfer with Rev. DR.. Kraemer of
Denver, Col, who Is said to be a promi-
nent minister in his diocese. The latter
will thus have an opportunity to travel in
the east and visit the national capital, while
Mr.. Howden will be equally benefited.
DR.. kraemer occupied the pulpit here for
the first time last Sunday. He will remain
through October and November. During
the absence of Dr. Kraemer from Denver
WI. ioWueH wiz occupy the pulpit of All
Saints Church of that city
Mr.. and Mrs. Alexander ST. John have
announced the wedding of their daughter
Luretto and Mr.. Charles H. Friederichs, to
take place tomorrow evening at st. AIMS
church, Ienleytown. at 8 o'clock.
Ofncer Morgan, until recently detailed as
mounted policeman in Rock Creek park
mas been retired, and his place has not vet
been regularly filled. Bicycle policemen
from georgetown now patrol the park
Lloyd Nelson, colered man, ninety-one
years Of age. was taken i'll yesterday about
noon on X street near Beth street northwest.
He was taken to his home 1898 JEFFERSON
avenue, in patrol wagon.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
GEN. E. L. TOWNSEND DEAD.
He Lived for Many Years in This
City.


Gen. Eugene Lee Townsend. for many
years clerk in the Treasury Department
during which time he was prominently iden-
tined with local literary and social clubs.
died In philadelphia on the goth instant. He
was born In Providence. r. l.. November 2.
1881, and was descefdant Of Gen. John
Glover OF revolutionary fama in 1862 he
enlisted IN the list Regiment, New York
volunteers, and in 1863 was appointed first
lieutenant and placed In command of out
posts Of the Sd Army Corps
AT the battle of Chaacelfofsyille he was
detained ON Gen. lockers staff and on the
resfeat mad charge of the column Of the Sd
army Corps. In 1854 he took charge of the
qralt rendezvous OF Minnesota, at st Paul.
Later ne was assistant proves: marshal,
L'strict OF columbia He was mustered out
OF me service December i. 1885, and went
IN view iork and engaged In business.
In 1869 he was appointed by President
Johnson prevet brigadier general Of voun-
teers Tor merttorious services during the
civil war, and confirmed by the Senate.
he was subsequently identified with the
centenniai exposition at Philadelphia in
uterary capacity, and at one time was edi-
letin OF Philadelphia. In 1879 he entered the
government service in the New York Gus
tom house, and in The fall of that year
was transferred to duty in the United States
treasury at washington In 1882 he ar
ranged, by direction OF the Secretary Of the
treasury Tor the transportation Of goods
In bond from Europe to Mexico by way OF
New York. While in Was.,.ngtpn he was
Identified with the local posts OF the Grand
army OF the Republic and contributed to
the local newspapers Three grandchildren
survive him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
NOON LUNCHES
To- INTEREST THE WOMEN.

bright young business woman who lives In Q
big city says:
This is in reference to lunches for work
ing / have had much trouble about my
lunch, getting rather tired Of the cold lunches I
brought and which not very appetizing by the
time the hour comes.
81 had heard much about Grape-Nuts de-
termined TO try that food, so had local creamery
deliver half pint of cream to the Office every
day at and this with Grape-Nuts Of which I
Fept pkg. in the office, found added greatly to
the meal
''Then gradually ceased to anything but
the Grape-Nuts and cream and for the last four
months have had nothing but this for lunch and
am perfectly satisfied, am better and stronger In
nerves. body and brain and enjoy the glow Of per-
feet health.
my lunch now costs about &c. a day. and I
have gained 25 pounds hope some working girl
who is bothered about what TO have for lunch win
profit by this" Name given by Postum Co., Battle
Creek. Mich.
Try Grape Nuts 10 days and prove for yourself
what scientifically made food will do.
There's reason
Oct TIE famous little book. Ths Road - WELL
VILE. In each package. > 4
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11

The enrolment of the freshmen class at
Princeton University will be determined
at 41S in number, slight falling off as
compared with the class of 1907. 1t is esti-
mated that the total enrolment this year
will pass the 1 800 mark. Last year 1t
was l. 431.
Sundays fire at Shenandoah City, Va,
proved to be exceedingly disastrous, w.p-
ing out an entire block and entailing loss
of about $4,000. The fire originated in q
dwelling house owned by John Lucas. and
soon spread to the adjoining properly. The
town is without water supply.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
Oyster Inspectors BUSY.

The oyster inspectors on Virginia waters,
on whom devolves the duty of preventing
the taking of understood oysters from the
natural beds, are getting busy. Constant
patrolling Is necessary, and even then, It IS
said. the law is often violated. A few days
ago Inspector Harry, in charge of the lower
Rappahannock river. arrested John Kelly
and John James on a charge of toEging small
oysters, and a fine OF $40 each was Inn
posed Two canoes were found with small
oysters aboard and their owners were as
sessed SIG each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
Painfully Injured.

Arthur P. Buck. thirty-six years old. who
has but one arm. fell from his bicycle this
morning while turning the corner of Sd and
F streets northeast and was painfully IN
jured. He slid beneath the horse attached
to the ninth precinct patrol wagon, but
thanks to the skill of the driver. escaped
serious injury. The police took him to the
Casualty HOSPITAL
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11

Dr. Charles w. Needham. president of the
George Washington University, was the
next speaked. DR.. Needhom greeted the
members Of the club as men and women
who are doing great work in carrying out
the teachings of Christ. He said he was no
preacher. and he did not pretend to be
sanctimonious. but he did love the teach
ings Of Christ. The speaker declared that
he also loved the earth and all that is In 1t.
He believed that the proper development of
the people lies in making the earth more
beautiful. making stronger and mightier
men and more beautiful women. The
speaker decried the attempts being made
to establish a universal church. The his
tory of the world during the time 1t had a
universal church would not seem to encour-
age such an idea. What was wanted. he
declared. is unity Of variety; just as in a
grand chorus there are numerous parts, all
working to harmonious whole, SO there
must be just such unity of variety In re-
ngion and churches.
The election of new members was then
disposed of, and after a song by Mrs.
Wickersham, 1.-THE Worldly Hope Men Set
Their Hearts Upon.'' Rev. Madison C.
Peters. DID,, pastor of the Broad Street
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11

In head-end collision Saturday night be-
tween the Sunset Limited and the New Or
leans Limited near China, Texas, near the
Lafayette division Of the Southern Pacific.
Ave persons were seriously injured, two of
them being of the train crew. Il. A. Allen
OFF Monterey, CAL; e. A. Thomas OF this
city and A. Devere OF Ell Paso are among
the injured
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
Long Term in Jail.

Joseph O'Leary, who says he is a stranger
in the city, was sentenced to 364 days in
jail by Judge Kimban today for assault.
1t was alleged that he assaulted young
son OF Detective ODea.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11

Fire destroyed the Norris hotel and three
other buildings at Manitou. Col, yesterday.
The loss will not exceed $4,000.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1904-01-09
Group.

The peculiar cough which indicates
Group is usually well known to the moth.
ers of croupy children. No time should
be lost in the treatment OF it and for this
purpose no medicine has received mere
universal approval than Chamberain's
Cough Reno y Do not waste valuable
time In experimenting with i.ntried rem
edies. no matter how highly they may
be recommended, but give this medicine
as directed and all symptoms of Group
will quickly disappear, For sale by Ell
NJ Muipbey, Macon. Hamilton 81 Meek,
Brooksville.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1904-01-09
DIsiocated Her Shoulder.

Mrs. Johanna Soderholm. Of Fergus
Falls. Mimi, fell and dislocated her
shoulder. She had a surgeon get 1t back
in place as loon as possible. but it was
quite sore and panied her very much.
Her son mentioned that he had seen
Chamberlain Pain Balm advertised for
sprains and prem and she asked bin
to buy her a bottle. which he did. 1t
quickly relieved her and enabled her to
sleep. which she had not done for seve
raj days. The son was so much pleased
with the relief 1t gave his mother that
he has since recommended it to many
others. For sale by Edw. NJ. Murphey,
Macon, Hamilton & Meek Brooksyille
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1904-01-09
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS,

In accordance with Chapter TO Of the
Acts OF 1894 as amended By Chapter 1888 OF
the Acts Of 1895 together with a previous
order OF the Board Of Supervisors matte
and eat~..d, a. mInutc DouK ~ Page 57 Of
the Minutes OF said Board, the Clerk 10 d.
rected to advertise for sealed proposals for
the working, feeding and clothing Of the
County Convicts from FIRST MONDAY
OF FEBRUARY, 1904, until the FIRST
MONDAY OF JANUARY. 1905. Bond In
the penalty OF $4,000, conditioned for the
faithful performance Of contract will be
required.
In accordance with the above 1 will re.
ceive bids ut the Office Of the Clerk of the
Chancery Court until 10 o'clock on Tues.
day, the End day Of February, A. D., 1904.
By order of the Board.
u. r. DoRRoH. Clerk.
BY /. l.. DoRRoH, d.. C.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1904-01-09

The Republican party, in making
Porto Rico free, has virtually de-
prived her of self government. The
scheme is under the absolute control
of President Roosevelt and limits
representation at Washington to a
simple commissioner. He is not al
lowed on the floor of either house
and can make his wishes known on
ly in a roundabout way. This
humble individual is a startling con-
trast to the dozen members from
Porto Rico who sat in the Spanish
parliament at Madrid helping to
shape wise Legislation for their
province. Spain seems to have
been a monarchy hal believed in
some sort Of self government the
United States appears to be a re-
public that believes in imposing laws
upon its dependencies.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1904-01-09

The Democrats smiled during the
reading Of the Presidents message
on the 4th inst, when he laid be-
fore Congress the facts and incidents
which caused him to create a new
republic called Panama. The con-
tention that the canal can be built
forthwith as the President said,
even il the treaty is ratified. when at
the most conservative estimate it
will take twenty if not forty years,
was enough to make anyone smile.