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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
SERVED 43 YEARS.

Hartford, Aug 11-Ghief Cornelius Ryan of the police department handed in his resignation, to take effect October 3, the forty y-third anni- versary oe his appointment as apo liceman, to the police board last night. The resignation was accepted with expressions of regret by the members of the board. Leave of absence was also given the chief from this date uIi- til the date of his retirement With out further action, Captain William K. Gum becomes acting chief.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
DRIVEN BACK TO HARBoR.

Tokio, Aug 11., II 8. 1n. Evidently driven to sea by the fire of the Japan ese land batteries, the Russian fleet emerged from Port Arthur yesterday morning Admiral Togo immediately closed in and opened a severe engage ment which lasted until nightfall. Afr forwards the Japanese destroyers ana torpedo fiotillas delivered a series of attacks. The Japanese fleet with drew during the night. A guardship stationed off the haubor reported that she saw at dawn to-day the battle ships Retvizan and Pobeida steaming toward the harbor of Port Arthur.
 Admiral Togo has not yet reporteI the results of yesterdays engagement. It is thought here that the Russians attempted to escape seaward, from a base which Is no longer tenable, but that they again refused to attempt to force Admiral Togos line. Details are expected hourly.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
TO JOIN yLADTyosTOK.

St Petersburg, Aug n q :53 D. nl. .)-- The apparent escape of the Port Ar thur squadron is arousing the most intense interest here. No official news on the subject had reached the admir-, atty when correspondent showed the Associated Press's dispatch from Che. foo to Admiral Ayellan, chief of the admiralty, but he expressed no sur. his satisfaction. He explained that Captain Sostchakovsky probably had reported direct to Vice Admiral Skryd- loff and Viceroy Alexieff While the destination of the squadron is not ad.
 nitted, there Is no doubt that if 1t succeeds in shaking off Admiral Togo it's purpose Is to effect juncture with the Vladivostok squadron
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
Tabeaans Put or the Eva1 Da,

LASEA, Aug. Il. Colonel Younghusr band, head of the British naisslen. has returned the amban's ceremonial visit He urged the appointment of delegates for the purpose of negotiating terfaa of peace, at the same tipne intsanating tha& every dag's delay would 1ncreaae the indemnity to be dsnaandsd by the Brit ish. No attempt has yet been made by the Tibctans to start the negotiations. It is stated that the dalai lama left be- hind the seal of state, so that the treaty can be signed in his absence.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
THE COMMENTS
Judge Parker Notes tho Criticisms But aain-
 tains Silence.

Esopus, N. Y, Aug 11.-Judge Par ker read with interest to-day the newspapers which came to Rosemount, noting especially the comments on his speech of acceptance. He had noth- ing to say regarding them, or regard ing anything else. He went for horseback ride during the morning, accompanying a carriage in which was a party of his guests In drive about the neighborhood.
 There were no callers of importance during the morning, and 1t was said at. Rosemount that none were expect ed during the day.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
Miner Defends His
 Own Home.
Opened Fire on Those Who Tried to Force Him to Quit the Town Feeling is Changing in Colorado. And Business Men are Now Organizing a Middle Ground AIliance--Threat- ened Citizens Protected in Jail.

Cripple Creek, Colo, Aug 11.-.A of five men went to the home of George Shedit last night for the purpose of deporting him. After the men had gained entrance to the house Shedit began shooting at them. The fire was returned by one of the members of the party and dozen shots were exchanged, but no one was wounded. The would-be deport- CTS finally retired. The police made an unsuccessful search for the five men. Shedit was taken to the city jail where he will be held for protec- ton.
 Rev T. s. Leland, pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church of Vic toria, who has been taking an active interest i'll the troubles in the district has been ordered out of camp. His house is being guarded by number of armed men on the inside and dep- uty sheriffs on the outside
 Thomas H. Parfet, ex-manager of the Cripple Greek union store, and MT Hall, who was ordered out of the district, have asked protection from the sheriff. Parfet was placed Tn a room Ill the county jail.
 The sheriff's office is making ey- cry effort to find some clue to the identity of the deporters of Harper.
 A new alliance is being formed in the district for the purpose, 1t is re ported, of taking the middle ground between the Western Federation of Miners and the Citizens alliance. The promoters of the new movement are securing signatures of business men who do not favor the deportation of men without trial.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
BOY BANDIT QUARTET.
Last of the Four Youns Dsspsrsaoes
 Sentenced for Kife.

Chicago, Aug 11.-Davad Kelly. a member of the Boy Bandit quartez, 2 has been found guilty of complioity in the murder of John Lane, stage car- carpenter, at the Illinois theaters by a jury in Jurdge Chytraus'e court, ano he was sentenced to life Imprisonment in the penitentiary.
 James and Williams Formby and Peter Dulfer have been sentenced to life imprisonment for their part in the killing of Lane, they having plead ed guilty.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
THIS STRIKE FAILED.
United Garment Workers Lose rfil-
 lion in Wages.

New York, Aug 1.-The strike of the United Garment Workers against the open shop, which began about two months ago, has been declared of. It is claimed by the employers that the ranks of the strikers had dwindled from 32,OO0 to 5000 The strikers have made individual agreements with the employees, but all on an open shop basis, though In many cases all the men taken back will remain union men.
 It is estimated that the strikers lost between $1.5Oo.0OO and $2,o0o,00o in wages.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
A snrnriae For Hutchan.on.

SCRANTON, Pa, Aug, 17.-Arthur Burton Hutchinson, who is represented as wealthy retired lawyer of Chester, Vt, has been arrested hure on charge of infidelity preferred by his wife, who has bad detectives for mere than a month watching his movements and those of Mrs 0. C. Hendrick of Brook iyn. Mrs. Hendrick is the wife of Pr. 0. c. Hendrick, who achieved netor1aty in connection with the case dT Laura Biggar, an actress, who sued for the estate of Henry M Bennett of Pitts burg.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
CONFIRMED AT WASHINGTON.

Washington, Aug 1.-The Japan ese legation has received the follow ing cablegTam dated Tokio to-day: Various reports from Talien bay say that the Russian squadron emerged from Port Arthur on the morning of August 10. A severe battle ensued continuing until sunset. Tn the night our torpedo fotilla seemed to have attacked the enemy's squadron for at dawn on, August II the Retzivan and another battleship of the Pobfeda type appeared to be taking flight to- ward Port Arthur.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
JAPANESE STILL ACTIVE

Liaoyang, Monday, Aug s-The Japanese were active yesterday on the eastern flank of the Russian army. They retired slightly toward the south and the, Russians occupied their posi- tons.
 1t Is evident that the Japanese do not intend attempting to carry Liao- yang by frontal attack, but hope for success by fianking, as at Tatchekiao and Haicheng.
 A large Japanese force is reported to be. moving along the coast above Yinkow
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
Flags Half Masted For vest

ST. LOUIS, Aug. 11.-Acting Mayor Joseph l.. Hornsby has issued proc lamation directing that flags on all public buildings be placed at half mast today in respect to the memory of former Senator Vest, and that all mu- nicipal offices be closed from 8 to 10 q. m. while the funeral procession is moving from Union station to Belle fontaine cemetery. Senator Vest will be buried by the side of his eldest son, George, whose death occurred in Wash ington several months ago.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
STILL ANOTHER REPORT.

Chefoo, Aug 11.-An official source here reports the sighting of sixteen Russian warships last night in the vi cinity of Chefoo.
 It is alleged that the Russian hos pital ship Mongolia, carrying women and children, which left Port Arthur with the squadron, will go to Shang, hal.
 The Russian battleship Retvizan was hit seventeen times during the re, <eent b0rbardment of Port Arthur but was only slightly damaged.
 The Japanese fleet has been direct. ing it's fire against the dockyards al Port Arthur. One hundred shells
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
RUSSIANS ARE PERPL EyED

AIukden, Aug g.. There is much speculation as to whether the Japan ese intend to attempt to turn General Kuropatkin's flank between here and Liaoyang or north of Mukden The Russians appear well satisfied with the situation. Officers and men antici- pate big battle around Liaoyang, but the fear is expressed that the Japan csc instead of Joining issue there will seek to turn the Russian position above Mukden and cut the railroad
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
NO CANS FOR PACKERS.

a,lanf of the American. Can co # was declared to-day that the management had made an agreement not to furnish any cans to the packing bosses. This means that the calling of a strike of this plant will be passed over.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
4,avsa wsaA essve e1 .coo.

8 RTCMMOND Va. Aug 1I--FoFlu9E Senator Henry C. Davis Of West virs ginia, Democratic candidate for the vice presidency, has renewed his offer of S1,o00 for childrenss hone. His puzpese Is to get ten wealthy men te give $1. COG each for the home.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
Society Man Paia s1o For swearing.

ALI9AANDhIA bAI 2, ~. p. 1auB. 11.
 -Society circles in and near Aiexan- dfla Bay are excited as the result of the arrest of Richard N. Sinclair of New York on warrant sworn out by Thomas Fepton Taylor of the New York bar for cursing and swearing on the pier here. Tn oonciliatory speech to the presiding justice Sinclair plead cd quick temper and lack of fore thought AS to the obnoxious character of his language. The justice read the young man lecture and fined him S10.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
New Helioeraph gvstsna,

The Texas militia has been recently provided with an acetylene apparatus for the purpose of transmitting mas sages. This Is a greatly improved heliograph system, and is said to be in use by the Japanese in the present campaign with great success.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
An Eye to Buafnnaa.

D'Annunxio. who is pestered by autograph hunters. refuses to comply unless it is written on B copy of one of his books. The fends do not ale ways take the hint and supply tfs book, but the authors commercial idea is to benefit his publisher and inci- dentally himself.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
Bevara For sIayer of ssosworth.

ReIvard For Slayer of B0sworah.
 HARTFORD, Conn, Aug. 11,--A re- ward of $3,o00 has been offered by Gov ernor Chamberlain for the apprehan- sion of the murderer of Eugene Bos- worth of New Britain, who was killed in that city on Aug. 2 last.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
CRISIS IN STRIKE
Hartford Master nasons Lock Out All Their
 Men.

Hartford, Aug 11-A crisis In the strike of the building trades which started over the non-payment of the small sum of 75 cents, was reached at noon today when the master masons locked out practically every man em- ployed in building construction in the city. The total number is between 400 and 800. It was stated on good authority that the boss carpenters are acting in cooperation with the ma. sons
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
ssasSEI responaent. Toclx rossss.

sEanET Respondent, Took Rotsen.
 CHICAGO, Aug. -Daapondent b6- cause he believed himself the victiin oE an incurable disease, William R. Bsanz, son of the wealthy president of tue l. Manz Engravtng company. Killed him self in his home here, He swallowed poison and died an hour afterward
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
Nevada Republioan Ticket.

RENO, Nev, Aug. 1.-The Republic ap state convention at Winneaucoa has Aosnihatad the following tioixet: For United States senator, GSQvse s. Nixon ae Rnmboldt countv; for member oR con gRsss, James A. He4in gt0n of ormsby bounty; for sdprefne judge Frank H. Nercg6aa; for presidential electors, James Butler, Q. A. Hern and W. J.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
Founder of st.terhosd nena.

WHITE PLAINS. N. Y., Aug. 1t.z- Mother Mary Veronica, head and founder of the sisterheod of tho Di- vine Compassion. died at the convent of the sraez here last night. She was sixty-fenr years Of age. Prior to form ing the order she was Mrs. Starr tf New York city.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
Tafs wan Talk of Philippinss.

CHAUTAUQUA, N. Y, Aug, h. Secretary Taft has arrived here to de- liver an address today on the Philip pine question. From here he will pro ceed to St. Louis to participate In the celebration of Manila day at the Louis jana Purchase exposition on Saturday.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
ONLY sKTRMIsHEs NOW.

Liaoyang, Aug 9.-It Is officially stated that no important fighting has occurred in the vicinity Of Mukden. The nearest Japanese outposts are forty miles away and only skirmishes have occurred there.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11

Senator scott's Illness No< aaxsenss
 NEW YORK, Aug. 11.-It was atatks1 at the Fifth Avenue hotel last nsaht that Senator Scott. who wns taken suddenly i'll yesterday, had been rest. ing easily during the evening ana thai there was nothing serious in his cos Gakion.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
BAUBY's APPEAL.
Not Yet Filed With Judge of Supresns
 Court.

New Haven, Aug 11.-No appeal has been made as yet to Judge Simeon Baldwin of the supreme court by Att torney O. w. Banby for habaas cor- pus writ for John Jinger. Ldthu~ anian of Waterbury, who was san fenced to thirty days in jail for drunk enness and for breach of the peace. The claim of Attorney Bauby is to establish the unconstitutionaIlty of the establishment of the city court of Waterbury.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11

Ne Cattle Thieves In amntarn Cmzpz
 HAVANA, Aug. II. Twenty Ave. armed men, it IS reported. have as- sembled twelve. miles from Guantana- mo. There has, however, been no vio- lence. The government denies the stery to the effect that there are gangs of cattle thieves in eastern Cuba.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
NOW YOU SEE IT
 AND NOW YOU DON'T
Sort of She'll Game Being Played Around Port Ar thur-Tokio Says the Fleet Has Not Escaped and St. Petersburg Says It Has-Reports to Prove and Disprove Both

London, Aug 11.-A dispatch to q snews agency from Tolxio announces definitely that Admiral Togo has frus- rated the attempt of the Port Arthur squadron to escape and adds that the Port Arthur forts participated with eating, if true. that the fighting oc- rurred close to the port.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
ALExIEFF WAS LATE.

St Petersburg, Aug 1.-The admir- atty has just received from viceroy Alexieff brief dispatch officially an- nouncinr the departure of the Port Arthur squadron. It did not give de- tails and doubtless was heard from 'the same source at Chefoo.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
Hard to Understand.

"Achs dose languagesl sighed Hans Klarholz. dot collector haf been ohase ing me away from found me h to-day and vat did he say but, At last, yoN ghkamp. I haf found you oudtls "-Da< troit Free Press.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
ANXIETY IN PErERHoFF.

st Petersburg. Aug 11.-Dr Rott the imperial accouchere, was hurried iy summoned to the Villa Alexandra at Peterhof this afternoon and an- nouncement thence Is expected hour lY.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
WEATHER FORECAST

Weather forecast for Connecticut: Fair tonight and Friday; light west erly winds
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
A New Pennayivamfa Possmsater.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 11.-sylvester !. Lantz has been appointed fourth siass postnaases at MesserviAls. Pa.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
BOYS WERE SET
 FREE TO-DAY

The Eight Waterbury Youths Who Were Convicted of Conspiracy Regain Their Freedom Sentences Cut Down Account of Good Behavior-Decision in the yandemark Case Expected To-f1orrow
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11
PORT ARTHUR LETTER.


 St Petersburg, Aug 11.-7An interest ing letter written by the railway stas ton master at Port Arthur was brought to Ltaoyang by railway em- ploye August 5. There was no indi- cation as to how long 1t had been In transit from the besieged town. The letter says:
 i've are running six trains daily, besides specials mostly conveying troops to and from positions. We have twenty five versts (sixteen and one-half mflesl of railway under op- eration.
 's.The town is in excellent condition almost normal Twice a week the band plays; restaurants are open, aA wei as many business houses. We Ehave suffered good deal during the past two months, principally through being separated from our children
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-11

dropped on spot from which a pow der magazine had recently been re- moved.
 The Japanese are reported to be lacking in sufficient large guns. The present supply is mostly from the fleet.
 Captain Shestakovsky of the Rus sian torpedo boat destroyer, which ar. rived here this morning, reports that a Japanese cruiser and gunboat were injured or sunk during the past week He is not positive, however, that they sank.
The daily palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1904-1905, 1904-08-31

in which the bride is a prominent
worker On account of sickness in
the Iamiiy OF the bridegroom the mar
rlase took place sooner than expected
and only the members of the family
III thls clty We're present. Mr.. Vestal
Is son OF Frank Vestal we'll known
III the eastern part of the state.
Mrs. Fred Gobel. Of south eleventh
street entertained last evening at a
farewell party given for Lynn Miller.
VINO leaves today for Forest. Ohio
The evening was delightfully."- spent.
music and games being the chief fea-
lures. Miss Luella Rier gave several
excellent Rotations, which were well
received. An elegant luncheon was
served at the close. The guests were
Misses Mary Thomas. Louise Sum
mefs and Medora Hopkins, of Muncie.
Ruby Reed. Ruth Evans, Bertha Tay-
Tor; Messrs. Robert Mendenhall.
Charles clawson. James Glover, Geo.
Bayer, Hubert Snavely. Herbert
Welsbrod, Charles Ward, Gus Hafner
and Herbert Meyer.
The daily palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1904-1905, 1904-08-31
Pennsylvania Vandalia Short Lines t,
Worlds Fair.

On Tuesday, August 80, the Indi-
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polls over the Vandalia line, at a.
M, and arrive at st. Louis at 2:30 p.
m. First class coaches and service,
and a seat for every one guaranteed.
Other fast trains leave Indianapolis
1905 a. NJ, $50 a. M, 700 a. M,
1920 p. M, 1925 p. M, and S:35 p.
m. daily.
w. W. RICHARDSON, {
aug30 A. G. P. A.
The daily palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1904-1905, 1904-08-31
$500 Chicago to st. Paul Minneapo.
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Via the North Western Line. $4,000
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September 6 and 20. Corresponding
ly low rates from other points. Per-
fectly appointed train service.
Through sleeping cars. The best of
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can be secured from your home agent
The daily palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1904-1905, 1904-08-31
Excursion Rates to Northern Resorts

Excursion tickets at unusually low
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ly to Milwaukee, Madison, Waukesha,
Green Lake, Devils Lake, Gogebic,
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Information and tickets can be Sc
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The daily palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1904-1905, 1904-08-31

Master Fred Rossiter. of Richmond
Avenue, entertainment number of his
young friends at a party last even
ing, the occasion being his birthday.
The evening was very pleasantly
spent in games and was greatly en-
joyed. Light refreshments were servv-
ed after the games. The guests were
Paul Hutchinson, Earl Cotton, Carl
Grimm, Freeman Essex, Robert
Thompson, Earl Grimm, Charles Har-
ris, Elmer Brown, Ephraim Parker,
Everett Weeghman, Herbert Sutton,
Richard Sedgwick, Carl Schuman and
Hugh Voss.
| The annual reunion Of the Cheno-
weth family of Waynen County took
place this week at the old homestead,
north of this city, with large num-
Der Of the members Of the family
scented. A sumptuous dinner at noon
was served and following that a liter
airy program was given. The day was
very enjoyably spent by the guests.
Next years reunion will be held in
the same place.
General Elliott and family og New
castle were here for several hours last
evening en- nroute home from Porto
Rico a number of their friends were
at the station to meet them.
Miss Dorothy Jay gives children's
party this afternoon at her home on
north tenth street for a company of
about thirty little guests.
The marriage of Mr.. Howard La
Rue, formerly of this Wayne town
ship, and Miss Pearl Sharp, occurred
Monday evening at the home Of the
bride in nAnnderson. The wedding
was a very quiet one, the ceremony
being performed by Rev. Malott in
the presence of very few .elatives
and intimate friends. The home was
prettily decorated with roses and
banks of palms, and presented fine
appearance. Mr.. La Rue is remember
ed by many friends in this city and
vicinity.
The date for the Scott-C lotheir
wedding has been announced for
Wednesday, September twenty first.
A farewell party will be given Mon
day afternoon for Miss Westerman,
of Marion, who leave that city next
week for Warren, Ohio, where she
will be married to Mr.. Walter Shields,
formerly Of this city. The farewell
party will be given by Mrs. Beshor
and Miss Mary Stephenson. There is
quite god deal of local interest in
the Shields wedding,
which takes place October u, on ac-
count Of the grooms former residence
in Richmond. He is Well known here.
The third annual Hoover reunion
was held In the grove near White
Branch Church this week, and was at
tended by over three hundred men,
bers of the Hoover families, there
being several Hoovers present from
this city. A short program was rem
dered in the forenoon and was fol-
lowed by a large dinner, served in
picnic style. In the afternoon a pro-
gram of recitations and speeches was
made. The day was most delight
full one
The indianapolis News of last
evening contained the following ac-
count of a wedding that is of local
interest to many:
Mrs. Grace Prier Suter, daughter
of Mr.. and Mrs. George Prier. and Eu-
gene G. Vestal, of Los Angeles, Cal.
were married today at 1 o'clock at the
home of the BRIDES parents, 354l
North Meridian street. The ceremony
was performed by the Rev. Frank o.
Beck, Of the Mapleton NJ. E. church,