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The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29

ordered Company NJ, of Broken Bow, to
prepare for quick service. The soldiers
were in view OF the crowds, and their
presence did much to restrain the bad
blood apparent on all sides.
Similar conditions are reported at the
five other land offices in the State where
the crowds were handled.
This is the last great opening OF
Government land of this ma ture that will
be made in the United States.
The Kinkead act, under which the
land was allotted, passed the last Con-
gress, applying to the Fifth and Sixth
Congressional districts of Nebraska eX-
ClusIvely. These being grazing lands Of
no value for extensive farming home
steaders had refused to take them in
l60-acre tracts.
But il was urged that If allowed 64G
acres settlers would take them and
Craze their own cattle.
Small Cattlemen Protested.
Some weeks ago a big convention of
small cattlemen at Crawford, Neb. de-
nounced the law az a scheme of the cat
tie barons to secure title TO the great
ranges they have long used. and even
fenced.
II appears from developments at the
opening that this scheme was carried
cut. Cowboys employed by the cattle
barons, women and relatives took most
OF the lands
The expectation is they will hold them
long enough TO prove up and secure
title, then pass the title on 10 the big
cattle owners.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
SCARCITY OF TANS AND RUssETs.
Enormous Demand for Bright-Hued
Shoes May Exhaust the Supply.

Just now when russell shoes are at
the height Of their popularity it has be-
come known that there is a corner in
the leather market on russell calf
stock. from which tan shoes are made.
When shoe manufacturers were max
ing preparations several months ago for
the summer season, but one Of them,
Il is reported. fOresaw the present de-
mand for russell shoes. The concern
which has so quietly and cleYerly OBJ
tanned a corner in the russell market
Is the Regal Company, Of Boston.
The way the deal came about Is in
teresting.
Ten months ago the Regal STYLE de-
partment received valuable information
from foreign centers regarding the com
ing popularity Of russell shoes for mid
summer wear. 1t seems that this method
of getting the advanced information on
future turns in the popular fancy is
one OF the policies Of the Regal Com
pany.
The Regal representatives were prac-
tically the only ones who foresaW the
great demand for bright-hued leather.
They quietly SCOOped up every first
class russell skin on the market and
when they had closed their contracts
for a supply sufficient TO meet their
own estimated requirements. il devel-
oped that they had I'm their possession
about all the russell leather OF the Al
grade and shade which will be avail
able this season.
From trade reports II is gathered that
probably all shoe manufact urers except
the Regal Company are in serious straits
on the russell leather question, for there
Is no more first-class stock 10 he ha5
az any price, and no more can be tan
ned in time for this seasons use.
Over 10000 square feet Of russell
leather has been made into oxford shoes
for the seventy-seven Regal stores.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
RAIN IS FALLING
ON FAIR HARVARD
UnfavOrable Weather for
the Commencement.
GRADUATING CLASS Is LOTT
List of Assignments and Subjects of
the 0rations-Six Will
Take Part.
GRADUATING CLASS is LOTT

CAMBRIDGE. MASS, June 29.-Today
is Harvard's 26Sth commencement. 1t is
anything but favorable for the exercises,
as rain is falling in torrents The class
OF candidates for degrees numbers 1,077,
including those who are to receive hon
orary degrees.
The commencement parts are as fol-
lows:
j. II Fobes. DE Omniu Studiorum
Utilitate."
j. ]. Rogers. THE Gunpowder Plot"
r. A. Catlett. The Millionaire in
II. l.. B. Sampson, 1.-The Legal Set
tions."
Il. z. Davis. The Prophet of Democ-
rac-."
5. o: Martin, The Influence of the
West"
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
NEWS FROM GEORGETOWN
DIR. DAVIS WILL PREACH.

During the absence of the Rev. DR..
Frederick B. Howden, pastor of St.
Johns Episcopal Church, who Is away
on account of his health, the Rev. DR..
Davies. Of Kenyon College, Ohio, will
conduct the Sunday services. DR.. How
Gen, has been granted a leave OF four
months, 70 recuperate from the Illness
contracted last winter. Dr. Davies will
ofhciate for the first time next Sunday
at the 1880 and II o'clock services
George c. Daland the new organist
and chOirmaster of the church, will take
up his duties next September Mr.
Daland viii fill the vacancy made by
the resignation Of : Frederick Smith
Last Sunday the vested choir sang at
the IL O'Clock service. for the last time
this season.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
DEATH OF AUGUST MEIER.

August II. Meier. a well-known Alex
andria sign painter. died at Providence
Hospital, in Washington. last night.
Mr. Meier was well known in this city,
where he had resided for some time.
He was considered one Of the ablest
sign painters in this section OF the
country and samples Of his work are TO
be found around Alexandria. His re-
mains viii be brought to this city for
interment
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
SAY PREACHERS TIP
CAUSED STOCK LOSS
Witnesses Declare Minister Corkran
Showed Familiarity With
the Tape.

WILMINGTON. Del, June 29-Utmost
secrecy is featuring the trial of the
ReVs. Wilbur +. Corkran and Charles
b Baker, of this city charged with
dealing IN stocks. and with other con-
duct unbecoming ministers. The trial
in Union Methodist Episcopal Church
Is conducted by a committee of con-
ference appointed for the purpose.
While the testimony presented shows
hat DR.. COrkran was well Versed in
stock transactions, the witnesses gen
orally were ioath to give up much in
formation which would tend to COM
NIT themselves
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
CIRCULATING LIBRARIES
FOR FIRE ENGINE HOUSE

Books for fremen is the innovation I'M
dertaken by District Commissioner Mac
fariand. His desire is TO have a minia-
ture circulating library for the various
engine houses Of the department
Win this view he has requested Theo-
dOre ". NOyeS. president Of the board
Of trustees Of the Washington Public
Library, 10 send small collections of
books To the engine houses. withe the
understanding that they are 10 be passed
on from house TO house
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
CAT AS MAIL NATTER
TRAVELS IN A BAG

PASSAIC, n. J., June 29.-when Mail
Office opened the mail bag containing
number of letters from Philadelphia and
New York, a cat, much the worse for
travel. crawled out and fell exhausted
on the floor.
A torn tag was tied about the cats
neck. After examining the tag with
a magnifying glass and pasting the
pieces together. the clerks found that
the cat had been shipped from Phila-
delphia.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
UNIQUE MASCOTS
At ELKS CONVENTION

At the annual reunion Of the B. p. o.
f., to be held at Cincinnati, on July
IL. instead of the conventional mas
cots, the Washington Elks will have
with them in the parade Il young girl
dressed as Little Columbia a boy
dressed to represent Little Uncle Sam,
and Filipino midget 10 make the cen
trail figure OF the group.
The delegates will have a gayly dec
GRATED tally-ho, on which 10 go through
the streets of Cincinnati About fifty
are expected 10 be in the party. They
VIII leave on a special car via the Bal
limore and Ohio. on Sunday. July II,
at p. m. Robert Mitchell is the dele
Edte-at-large.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
EXCURSION TO RIVER VIEW.

Grace Church Sunday school gave their
annual excursion to River View today
A number of persons awaited themselves
of the opportunity TO go down the river
and spend the day.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
sNowDEN SCHOOL CLOSES.

Snowden School for negro boys closed
its session with the distribution OF med
ais, premiums, etc, this morning. To-
night the pupils of both of the negro
schools will give a cantata at the opera
house, and tomorrow HallowelI School
for negro girls will close for the year
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
ELECTION OF OFFICERS.

Marley Encampment /. o. o. F.. have
elected the following officers for the en-
suing year:
w. f. Latham, chief patriach; A J.
Mullin, senior warden; Otto Dietrich
junior warden; c. A. Nagel. high priest;
w. w. Sherwood, scribe; P NJ Brad
shaw, treasurer.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
MASS FOR MRS. KAMMERER.

Requiem mass was celebrated this
morning at the Immaculate Conception
Church, Washington, over the remains
OF Mrs. Margaret Kammerer. who died
on Sunday at the Georgetown UniVer-
sity Hospital. Before the service at the
church. short services were held from
the residence of the deceased's parents
1910 Eighth street northwest.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
FUNERAL OF MRS. BowLES.

The funeral of Mrs Lottie Bowles
wife of Edgar Bowles. will take place
from her late home, 2O6 South Patrick
Street, at o'clock, this afternoon The
Rev. w. c. Bell. of the Theological
Seminary, will conduct the services.
and the interment will be made In
Cemetery.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
BABY DRINKS COAL OIL.

Drinking a small quantity of coal oil
from a cup which he found on the
kitchen table. Mrs. Robert Martins thir
teen-month-old son became i'll at his
home at Lower GeisbOro, d. C, yes
terday afternoon. DR.. Parker, of Oxen
Hill, Md, was hastily summoned.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
BONILLA RULES
WITH IRON HAND
Constitutional Convention
Will Extend Term.
FROM FOUR TO TEN YEARS
Former President Arias Now on Trial
for Murder of a Wealthy
Spaniard.
FROM FOUR TO TEN YEARS

NEW ORLEANS. June 29.-The consti-
tutional convention of the republic of
Honduras is now in session. Its first ac-
ton was 10 approve all the acts of
President Bonilla He will have the
Presidential term extended from four TO
ten years, and as he will be elected
President under the new constitution he
will serve twelve years.
Former President Arias is now on
trial for the murder of a Spaniard
whose body was found buried in the
Presidents palace when it was captured
by the revolutionists under Bonilla.
The charge was then made that Arias
had had the Spaniard. who was a very
wealthy man, arrested, and upon his
refusal to give up his fortune had muir
dered mans family and has sent a spe-
palace yard.
Stirs Up Trouble
The charge was made mainly for the
purpose of holding Arias after an agree
ment had been made by the revolution
lists TO allow him TO escape from the
country. but the government has stirred
up trouble for itself by doing so, as the
Spanish government has made a claim
against Honduras on behalf of the muir
deredS man family and has sent Spe-
cial charge d'affaires 10 insist upon the
payment of the money. If the govern
ment finds Arias guilty. it makes the re-
public responsible for the $4,000 tndem-
nifty demanded by Spain for the family
of the murdered Spaniard.
Passengers from Central America re-
port that at a convention in San Saliva
dor of representatives from the republics
of Guatemala, Salvador, Honduras and
Nicaragua. it was agreed to adopt the
proposal laid down by the Pan-American
Congress which met at Mexico last
year, that all differences between the
States be settled by arbitration. Treaties
were drawn up by the delegates, and
signed by them under authority from
their several republics, binding them to
arbitrate any differences which may
arise.
As all the Central American republics
except Costa Rica were represented, the
action taken at San Salvador is believed
TO promise peaceful conditions for sew
eral years, except from possible revoIu-
tions.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
Everyone Enjoys Elk Grove Butter.

It's so pure. rich, and creamy. Put up
in alright carton packages, and can
be kept in the refrigerator with fruits
without contamination. At grocers'.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
ADJUDGED INSANE.

James Coleman McConchie has been
adludged insane, by a board of lunacy.
and viii be sent to the asylum at Staun-
ton tomorrow
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
Clergymen Dabble.

Nature of the testimony leads to the
suspicion that more than two ministers
OF the conference have been dabbling
ir stocks. In fact. the Rev. S. n.
FiIchard, OF Crisfield. Nd, admitted
that he owned stock. but says he was
Influenced by DIR. Corkran.
DIR. Corkran's case was the first taken
up. The charges against DIR. Baker will
NIT be presented until DR.. Corkrans
case is disposed of.
COrkran is being tried on two charges.
that of dealing in stocks on a margin
ana of selling unlisted stocks. He
rleaded not guilty 20 both charges.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
Had Given Tips.

Several testified that the accused had
told them how they could make a good
investment by purchasing certain stock,
but they did not say whether or not
thew followed the advice.
+. ]. WHAT, of Crisfield. Md, testi-
fed that Corkran gave him tips rela-
tive to investing in mining and oil
stocks. What says he invested, with
the result that he lost between 81 900
and $1,000 Corkran, he said, promised
to reimburse him as soon as he got able
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
ANDREW DAVIS DEAD.

Andrew J. Davis, son OF ex-Policeman
Keith Davis, died at the home of his
brother-in- law, 1904 Fourth Street north
west, Washington. last night Mr.. Davis
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
PERSONAL MENTION.

John r. Mellon, ". A. Crawford. and
Aloysius Fennen. jr., will leave on Sat
urday for Parkton. Md, where they will
remain for a few days.
The condition Of Miss Lulu Mocka bee,
OF 1911 Valley Street northwest, was re-
ported this morning 10 be unchanged.
Her condition is still serious
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
Low Rates to the Worlds Fair.

Pennsylvania Railroad Coach Excur-
sions June 3oth and July &c. Leave
Washington 1850 a. m, Sl7O0 round trip,
good returning within ten days.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29

was quite a popular man in this city.
and his death is heard of with deep re-
greet.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
MISS MARYE'S GUEST.

Miss Marye. Of this city. has as her
guest Miss Nicol. daughter OF Judge
G. r. Nicol, of Manassas
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
The Modern Fireproof Warehouse

OF Union Trust and Storage Co. offers
absolute safety for all kinds of house
hold effects. Main office, 1914 F st. NV.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29

Special Rate, $3.50 Every Saturday
During summer, good returning until
Monday. Norfolk & Wash. Steamboat Co.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-29
Floral Designs for Funerals.

GUIDE has achieved many notable sue
cesses in producing original pieces. 1924
F
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1904-10-23
Mrs. wissIe.worth Obtain. Divorce.

Circuit Judge Sale has granted Mrs.
Moilie A. WiggIesworth of No. $3.50 Eads
avenue a divorce from John VI. wiggles-
worth. The custody OF their child and go
2 month alimony from April Is last were
awarded to her. and the interest in two
lie insurance policies. The decree was
granted on the charge OF desertion.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1904-10-23
kirIwood prohts,t,o. N...,,r

y meeting of the Kirkwood Prohibition
ISIS has been called for Tuesday evening
Tor tie purpose of hearing T. p Carskad--
con OF Reyser, W. Va. speak. Mr.. Car
non. n full attendance Is expected. The
lGeeting will be held at Union Hall at S
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1904-10-23
WAITED LONG BEFORE SUING.
Mrs. Frey Was Deserted Twenty
Seven Years Ago, She States.

the Frey alleges in her suit for
oivorce. filed in the Circuit Court yester-
DAY, that her husband. George. deserted
her. and failed to support her for more
lhan twenty years They were married
at Louisville, KY. April II. 1866. and sep
arated IN April. 1gT. He cursed her and
quarreled with her and her children by a
former marriage. she alleges. She asks
for the restoration or her former name,
Jacquemin.
Lee Ragsdsle alleges that his wife. Ger
trude. went on river excursions ard STAYED
ont late at night: that she went to the
aters and left her children at home night
after night. and that she called him had
names The couple were married De-
cember .. 1883. at Salisbury, Mo-. and
the custody of their three children.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-12-01
FOR DECEMBER TERM.
Very Little Civil Business Transacted
 i'm October.

The lawyers are discussing the ad- visibility of petitioning the supreme court to send a judge of the superior court here for December. On account of the LaWlor will trial, which occu- pied almost three weeks, there was no civil business to speak of transacted at the October term of the court. which closes tomorrow after short calendar. If possible the lawyers intend to get Judge Roraback to sit, but some say that he will be engaged all December hearing criminal business ill Bridge port.
 The local court docket is overcrowd- Cd with business and there seems no way of disposing of portion of 1t un. til next February, unless the petition they are discussing is successful. The agitation started last spring to have the supreme court extend the October and February terms seems to have died out.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-12-01
BOARD OF SAFETY.
Decided To Pay Bill of Fireman
 Riley at the Hospital.

6 The board of public safety held two
 executive sessions yesterday afternoon, with public session sandwiched Ill
 between. Commissioner Beach presid- ed. At the first meeting Captain Charles E. McEvoy of the Washington avenue engine house held the attention
 of the board by telling them the cir
 cumstances of the accident that befell
 Fireman William Riley last summer. The board then decided to pay the bill of $92 contracted by Riley at the hos pital. Riley was hurt during a lire drill. He was on top of high ladder when he fell and broke both legs near the ankle.
 Policeman George w. Gabriel was
 examined for promotion to grade c and it WAS said by the commissioners ali forward that he got through with fly ing colors. Daniel Harper filed an application for an appointment on the
 police force and Charles Booth and John J. Mates filed applications for positions i'll the fire department, call force.
 Then came the open meeting. Chief Snagg's report was read, showing that he has only about $4,OOO left to carry the fire department through the rest of the year. The committee appointed to inquire into the McLinden Bros bill
 asked for more time and 1t was grant ed.
 Captain Charles McEyoy of the Washington avenue engine house pre- ferred charges of abusive language against Driver John Devoy. Both were cited to appear at the next meeting or i,J, l next week. It will have to be called by the mayor.
 ] While none of the commissioners cared to speak about the matter, it is said that the trouble began over dog Devoy has strong fancies for dogs, while his captain has none. Devoy had his dog in the engine house ana, 1 it is said, 1t was in everybody's way.
 The captain informed Devoy he would have to remove his dog and then De Ivoyl told the captain he would do noth- i ing of the kind and that the captain l could betake himself to a place that
 seems to be very popular in the mouths ! of great many people. men particu- 1 lariy, notwithstanding that it is hotter
 than a hot potato.
 On motion of Commissioner Driggs ! bids for building the North Willow street engine house will be advertised
 for, the time to be stated by the com
 mittee that has the. matter in charge
 Commissioner Driggs said the plans
 are complete, but the specifications are
 not sa
 It was also voted that Fireman Riley
 shall not be restoreda to duty until the board votes so. Chief dSnagg said it will be some time before Riley Sill
 be able to do regular work, but that he could put him on light work mean l while, The board then adjourned, but
 held another short executive session
 immediately and discussed affairs in a
 general way.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-12-01
cHAPnAN'S DEATH.
Suicide Daring Temporary insanlty
 Given as the Cause.

London, Dec 1.-"suicide during temporary insanity was the verdict of the coroners inquest on Elverton k, Chapman of New ' York city, who com ,mitted suicide in the evening of No yember 2S at the Carlton hotel by throwing himself from the third floor landing to the vestibule. The evidence of friends showed that Chapman while in Paris exhibited signs of derange- ment He therefore was closely watched at the Carlton, but as already cabled eluded the vigilance of his at tendant, and succeeded in throwing himself into the yestibule.
 Chapman never recovered conscious ness. Prior to committing suicide his last act was to hand his banker letters addressed to his father and sister ex- pressing regret if they had any dis agreements in the past and wishing them long and happy lives.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-12-01
THE PARK QUESTION.
Many Small Parks Would 1s Crsat

The question of parks is interesting at any season so that while the public will not have much use for such places for the next half year, everybody likes to hear about them all the same. One could see that the other evening when few citizens craned their necks to hear a man talk on that subject. He knew the present city fathers preferred one great park rather than several modest ones located so that nobody would have to walk far to reach one of them, and regretted that the powers that be could not see their way to get ting the park lands which the city owns into shape 80 that they would be available as pleasure resorts instead of adding to them and still leaving us without parks. He said that there are twenty or twenty five acres of land at the Cooke street reservoir which could be converted Into a delightful park 1t an outlay of few hundred dollars, but nobody thinks of suggesting such a thing, although it would be great public benefit and would in no way in- terfere with the reservoir or the water it contains.
 l The gentleman is large real estate owner and concluded his remarks by expressing the hope that the Real Es- tate and Landowners association recently organized in Waterbury, would soon make itself felt in munic- ipal affairs by coming forward from time to time with suggestions on mr- nicipal affairs. He was of the opinion that In the near future the society would hold debates on public ques- tionsi and invite the city officials to take hand in the discussion. He thought such meetings would be ben eficiaI and wound up by stating that while he did not question the good in tentions of men in public places he felt that the best of them could learn some thing by coming in contact with prac- tical men i'll other walks of life who have much to do with the development of, the city in one way and another.