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The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10
Russia and the United States.

The war now on between Russia
and Japan, and the resulting unfriend-
illness to Russia so general In the
United States have brought out many
statements relative to the friendship
OF the cars government to this coun-
try during The war of the rebellion.
1t is frequently asserted thai Russia
was a friend to the north during that
struggle and gave much aid and COM
fort to the federal cause. The facts
in TIE matter are substantially as fol-
lows: In 1868, after many defeats,
the cause of the north looked very
dark. Both England and France had
acknowledged she belligerent rights of
the south. In taking that step
France had a double object in view.
as subsequent events demonstrated.
The French government had an eye
on Mexico, and an army of 25, 900 men
under Generals Miranon and Mejia
was sent to invade it. Macmillan,
archduke of Austria, was declared
emperor of Mexico. England, while
not openly in collision with France in
this invasion. was giving aid and com
fort to the effort. About this time,
for some reason that has never been
explained, although referred to by the
late James g. Blaine at some length
in the second volume of his history.
two fleets Of Russian warships .ap-
peared simultaneously. one on the
eastern and the other on the western
coast of the United States-one in
the vicinity of New York and the
other near San Francisco. Shortly
after this the government of this coun-
try was able to negotiate a sale of
thirteen millions of flve-twenty bonds
to the Russian government. the deal
being made in the name of Alexander
Ill, then car of Russia. With these
bonds Russia bulled the money mar
ket of France, in fact that of Europe,
at that time, and was we'll paid for
the effort. Just why the Russian
fleet appeared on the coast of this
country is not now fully understood,
but future developments Indicate
that the farSeeing old car saw an ex-
cellent chance to turn an honest dol
lar CT two by the effort, and did not
hesitate to make the play. That this
country profited by the deal is true,
for the turn of the tide in favor of the
northern arms soon followed, but the
sincerity Of Russia's friendship, be-
yond the opportunity to barter, is
certainly questionable. 1t must not
be forgotten that this strike on the
part of Russia, whether that of sim
cere friendship or not. caused Eng.
land to drop France at once, and the
result Of the attempt to make Mexico
French territory, and the tragic end Of
Emperor Macmillan is a matter of
history that is still fresh in the mem
DRY of many citizens Of this country.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

Brooklyn, N. Y, has a reverend
wife beaten, Rev. Henry A. Dorr,
Baptist, regularly ordained to preach
the gospel. He was arrested several
weeks ago for beating his wife and
was allowed to go on a suspended sem
tence. Recently he was arrested again
for the same offense, and against the
protests Of the justices OF the court OF
special sessions he was again permitted
to 90 without punishment on account
of his calling. That may be consider
ed the proper way of treating clerical
offenders OF DORIS kind in the highly
civilized east, but out here in this
fringe Of the wild and woody west it
would be deemed a proper thing to
give the offender a double dose Of ju-
dicial correction.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

The ld-faShiOned democrats of the
South as we'll as the West are begin
ming to show alarm owe the progress
being made by Bryan and Hearst and
all the lsms that these two WORTHLESS
stand for. Bryan has been rebuked
recently by former adherentS on ac-
count Of his recognized %nurturing of
the Hearst candidacy. Bryan was
all the wild-eyed radicals could stand,
but when he Saddled himself with the
cratic Hearst, disgust overcame many
Of his former associates.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10
The American engineers who were

The American engineers who were
employed to do the constructing of
the power transmission from the Con-
very Falls to the Kolar gold mines in
Mysore, India, had some uncommon
problems to deal with. The line,
ninety-rwo miles long, is carried on
lofty poles through the jungle. Here
the depredations of white ants and
Wild elephants had to be prevent
ed. TIE ants attacked the poles
and the elephants pulled at the
wires. Iron sockets seven feet high
were found to be effective against the
ants, and after careful measurements
Of the highest reach of the elephants
trunks the wires were strung at a safe
elevation.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

II was taken in last night" says
the first footpad.
"Get pinched?" asked the second.
mo-" is the scornful answer.
"ThinK / don't know the cops better
than that? 1t was this way: l held
up a guy and took his leather and tic
ker away from him, and first thing 1
knew he was talking about how dam
gerous my work was and how l ought
to provide for the future, and, blow
il he didn't get me to sign an ap-
plication for life insurance and give
him all the money 1 had collected dur
ing the evening as a first payment on
the policy. Judge.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

In comment on an Endorsement al
candidate for governor, Mr.. Stoll OF
the South Bend Times says: "Years
ago the recipient of this highly ap-
preciated compliment stated that
while actively engaged in newspaper
work a. candidacy for public office
would with him be out Of the question.
This resolution is to be materially
adhered to. Instead of seeking ad-
ditional burdens the unloading of
some of those being borne is now up
permost in his mind. To be a candi-
date is therefore lmperativeIy forbid
den.v
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10
Wisconsin's historic eagle

WiSconsin's historic eagle "Old
Abe, was destroyed by the state cap
itol fire at Madison, Feb. 81. The
loss Of the stuffed bird has revived old
war memories and hundreds of family
hearths have been almost turned into
bivouacks while veterans gather to
tell yarns OF the bird that led the
Eighth Wisconsin infantry ia thirty
six battles OF the civil war. The eagle
lived through the war and for many
years afterward and was always the
pet Of the state.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10
Center Township Convention.

The republicans of Center township
met in the Band Room in this city
and selected delegates to the various
conventions as follows:
STATE CONVICTION.
G. NJ. Slayter. H. III. Bonham,
Peter Helm. A~lternates, John Kuhn,
Ed earn, Otto Albert.
CONGRESSIONAL CONVENTION.
j. j. Staley, d. G. Smith. L. j.
Hess. Alternates w. G.. Hendricks, G.
o. Yearrlck, w. B. Hess.
SENATORIAL CONVENTION.
G. T. MattinglY, DR.. Borton, W. E.
Bailey. Alternates ], v. Ashley, e.
L. Morris, D. L. Dickinson.
On motion of w. G. Hendricks the
congressional delegates were instruc-
ted to vote for the denomination of
Congressman Brick.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10


No doubt the sentences OF Machen,
Croft and Lorenz, convicted of frauds
in the postal department, e very
severe to them and their friends, as
their conviction "a surprising. But
the perpetrators of such frauds never
see things as outsiders and honest men
DO. They have persuaded themselves
that a little specializing ION the side''
at the expense of the government was
no great wrong, and that a great and
rich government could afford to over
look such small gratis. That, OF
course, is a very new.
There is no more serious crime than
defraudlng the government by its own
employees, and the law should be
strictly enforced against all such cul-
prits. Two years imprisonment and
a fine of SO. 900 each must be a stun
ming blow to the defendants, but as
the jury found them guilty it Is none
too severe.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10
Senator Bacon and a number of otl

Senator Bacon and a number of 9TH
er democratic senators, in voting ON
the ratification Of the Panama canal
treaty, denounced the methods by
which the treaty came about but vo-
ted for it for the reason that the south
wanted the canal. His position is
like the man who would roundlv de-
nnunce a rObber and yet cOndone the
offence because be wanted a part OF
the booty. There are a great many
reformers and self-conscientious indi-
viduals Of the Senator Bacon stripe in
this world.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

The conservative democrats every
where recognize the impotency Of the
party as long as Bryan and Hearst pre-
serve their lung power. In Indiana
all is not as harmonious among the
democrats as appears on the surface.
Such men as Major G, v. Menzies, of
Mount Vernon, aHd John e. Lamb, Of
Terre Haute, make no secret of their
feelings toward Bryan and Hearst,
and Mr. Lamb particularlarly is out
spoken in his condemnation Of the
gymnastics Of the peerless leader from
Nebraska.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

Charles L. Henry announced Thurs
day that he would not be a candidate
for national committeeman from In
diana and told his friends at Shelby
vile moi to urge that Henry delegates
be instructed from the Sixth District
congressional convention. This leaves
the field to reelection clear for Harry
S. New.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10
The Japs Don't Drink.

There is one thing in favor of the
japanese and against the Russians,
The Japs don't drink. The Russians
pour it down.
Strong drink is the curse of Russia.
And it is strong. The young men OF
the United States who devote a large
portion of their time to a~ScertainiDg
how much Of various quantities OF in
twoxicantS they can hold would not be
in doubt long in Russia. The favorite
tlpple OF the Russian is vodka, and it
is said to be worse than a combination
OF forty rod whisky and carbOlic acid.
Travellers who have visited both
countries say it is a rare sight to see
a drunken Japanese soldier or sailor.
and that drunken officers are never
seen. On the other hand, it is un-
common to see a Russian fighting man
who is not drunk.
1t may be that the people of cold
chimes can stand it to drink more than
those who live in the temperate zones,
but constant overindulgence in burn
ing liquor is bound to have its effect
Upon the bodies and the brains of the
Russians. Drunken officers can not
successfully direct soldiers.
The Japanese are sober and healthy.
Their officers employ the time ia study
that the Russians devote to diSsipa-
tion.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10
Harmony became SO active at the

Harmony became so active at the
meeting of the democratic committee
TO jump out of the windows to escape
the enthusiasm of the HawS people.
If ST. Louis had the patience to wait
and pull such shows as this off in 1.-The
Pike" they would undoubtedly prove
a great attraction during the fair.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10
A War OF Greed.

Never was there a'mOre SOrdid wax
than that between Japan and Russia.
The civil wal and the wal with Spain
were, in a measure, redeemed of hor-
ror because. the objects sought were
in the interest of humanity. But the
present conflict is n of greed. The
pity is that so many brave men must
die in such an ignoble cause, -Indian-
aDOliS Star.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

Mrs. Emma Peake, a widow resiu-
ing near Wanatah, is loved by two
farmers, and she has decided to mar
ry the one who has the largest num-
Der Of fat hogs of over 300 pounds
each ready for the market upon her
35th birthday anniversary, Dec. Is.
The two farmers are enthusiastic over
hog raising and 1t is said the widow
was annoyed by their meeting at her
house and talking hog.-Valparaiso
Messenger.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

Dowie was obliged to appeal to the
American consul in Melbourne, Aus
tralia, for protection from a mob.
We believe Dowie to be an old fraud,
but he is no worse than the ignorant,
biggoted mob that would p~ersecute
him because of a difference of belief.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

If Korea's action in making an ac-
tive alliance with Japan shows moth
ing else, it proves that a nation which
has the opportunity OF viewing con-
ditions at close range has a marked
confidence in Japan's ability to win.
Korea had merely to decide which
cause would help her most: she chose
Japan and that means much.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10
Hearst Club in Plymouth.

The Chicago Examiner Of this morn
ing gives about a column Of its val
liable space to the organizers Of the
Plymouth Hearst club. The pictures
of the members of the club appear
and among them the prominent ones
seen are A. r. Zimmerman, j. G.
Corbin and j. S. Reeve.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

Wa correspondents say that Rus
sian officials below the Car are not
discouraged. They are quite willing
it should be believed that their Mill
tary preparations are hopelessly back
ward. They deny nothing, but work
doggedly on, having absolutely conf
dence that that they will win in the
end
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

Some of those who formerly criti-
cized Mark Hanna say that he grew
during his public career. Doubtless
his strength increased with his bur-
dens, but his detractors were COM
PEELED to do most Of the growing in
order to appreciate the man as he al
wavS was.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

With Mr.. Henry out of the race it
will be easy for Mr.. New to retain his
place on the Republican National
Committee. He is popular with the
political leaders not only of the State,
but of the nation. He is efficient in
dealing with men and he knows how
to get things done.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

Indiana will make one exhibit at
the exposition that only q or two
other states can possibly make, and it
is not known whether they purpose
doing so. This exhibit will be of the
blind fish common to the caves in the
southern part of the state. These
cave fish are not supplied with eyes as
they would have no use for them.
Many people have doubted that such
fish actually exist but their doubts
will be removed by the exhibit to be
made at st. Louis.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

The Gar of Russia shows signs Of
breaking down and fears are entertain.
ed that he will lose his mind. The
Czarina is Frustrated and it is evident
that the Russian rulers are aStound.
ed at the ucces of Japan and would
be glad to have the war ended.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

According to Admiral Walker it will
take eight years to dig the Panama
canal; but long before that time all
those papers that have been condem-
ming the action of the administration
as "hasty" will be bowling about
"criminal delay"
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

The Chicago Appellate court has
reaffirmed that p~icketing by strikers
is illegal. The decision upheld an in
junction against striking iron molders
by Judge Holdom on petition OF the
Illinois Malleable Iron company.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10
Supreme President In Control.

G. @. Conn, ex-congressman, has
taken personal direction of the affairs
of the Modern Samaritans Of the
World in his capacity as supreme pres
ident, although the work heretofore
has been conducted by 81, E. Steph-
ems, supreme yice-president, and
Harry S. Chester. supreme secretary,
founders of the order. j. L. Brodrick,
president of the defunct Indiana Ma
tional bank, has been removed as.
treasurer.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

Certain members of Congress-" are
once more beginning to be talked
about in connection with the postal
scandals, and a demolition Of several
very imposing fronts is threatened
Indianapolis News.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10
STATE OF OHIO. CRY OF TOLEDO, &C
LUCAS COUNTY.

LUCAS COUNTY.
Frank. j. Cheney, makes oath that he
is senior partner OF the firm OF F j.
Cheney & Co., doing business IN the
City of Toledo, County and State afore-
said, and that said firm will pay the
sum of ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS
for each and every case Of Catarrh that
cannot be cured by the use OF Halls
Catarrh Cure.
Frank j Cheney.
Sworn to, before me and subscribed
in my presence, this 9th day OF Decem-
ember, A. d. 1886.
A. W. Gleason,
lsEAL Notary Public
Halls Catarrh Cure il taken Internal
ly. acting directly upon the blood and
mucous surfaces Of the system. Send
for testimonials, free.
F. j. Cheney & Co., Toledo. q.
Sold by all Druggists, 75c.
Take Halle Family Pills for const'pa-
ton:
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

Reconstructs your whole bsdy,
makes rich red blood. Drives out i'm.
purities that have collected during
the winter. HOLSTERS Rocky Noun
tain Tea is a family tonic. IS cents,
tea or tablets. Peoples Drug Store.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

Russia has issued a proclamation
that If any Manchu fails to assist Rus
STA he will be killed at once Russia
still seems somewhat rough and rude.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

President Smith OF the Mormon
church confesses to the senatorial
committee now hearing the case of
Senator Smoot that he has five wives
and that several of the apostles are
polygamiStS.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

Japan is opposed to fighting this
war in the newspapers. The author
tiles will not allow the installation of
wireless telegraph apparatus on news
paper dispatch boats.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

Ora B. WeIborn %
Clara e. austin ~
Arthur A. Craig %
Viola Curtis %
Circuit court convened Monday,
March I, to remain in session until
Saturday April Is.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10

WANTED-Good boy to learp
printing trade. Enquire at this of
flee.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10
Plymouth. Ind. March 10, 1904.

Entered at the postofice at Plymouth, lndi-
ana, as second-class mail matter.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-10
Qbe Urtbnne.
Established October 10. 1901.

UktICE-Bissell Building, Corner LaPorte
and Center Streets. Telephone No. %.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-11-04
TO INVESTIGATE FIRE
PENSACOLA CITY COUNCIL TAKES
 UP THE MATTER.
Insurance Men AIIege that With Proper Work or PreeautiOn, the Recent COnnRgratlOn Could Have
 Been Prevented.

Pensacola, Fla, Nov 3.---(special.)--- A special meeting of the City Council Hast night made arrangements for q thorough investigation of the causes for the spread of the disastrous ire in this city a short time ago, 1t being claimed that, had proper steps been taken. the blaze could easily have been confined to but one building. Ffvo large houses went up in smoke.
 The first matter to receive the atten- tion of the Council was the letter from the Board of Fire Underwriters in this city. this communication having been sent to the Council some time ago and having rested with the clerk until the present time. Last night it was made public. It follows:
 ''To His Honor. the Mayor. and the
 "GentiemenNWe. the undersigned. constituting the Board of Fire Under writers in the city of Pensacola, would respectfully call your attention to some matters that vitally concern the clti- zens of Pensacola, and which seem to call for prompt and decisive action on your part.
 "On the morning of the 32nd inst. stunned at least $25.00O worth of prop erty. The houses burned were well separated. in one instance there being probably 100 feet intervening space, and the conditions were not such as to have occasioned such a great loss. We do not pretend to fix the responsibility but the results at this fire would indi cate that there Is some serious defect in the existing facilities for fire extin- gushing, and we ask that the matter be thoroughly investigated, and the blame placed where is belongs ond such steps taken as will prevent a re- currence.
 we have succeeded in having the rates of the town revised, which re- vision is based upon the supposition that we are well equipped with fire ex- tinguishing facilities, and competent consideration. unless we are to go backward and have all our efforts to procure lower rates for our citizens un-
 If you desire our assistance in this matter, we will be glad to cooperate with you and render every assistance in our power toward bringing about correction of what appears to be a most deplorable condition. Kindly give the matter as promp attention as pos sible and advise us as to results"
 Every insurance firm in the city signs the letter and the reading of the mes- sage created something of a sensation in the Council.
 informally, and decided that 1t was something that should receive the most searching investigation, and with such purpose in view 1t was resolved to have meetings every evening of this week. if necessary, to take up and sift it to the bottom. The meeting this evening was the first of this series. and 1t Is possible that half dozen session5 will have to be held to get at the bottom
 This evening Fire Chief White. chie' of Police Schad, a number of officers and a large number of citizens. includ-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-11-04
lOcmen and Society.
MARION CRAWFORD

AT HOME AGAAN. In a sketch in The New York Times 1 by MT. Carpenter, who has illustrated Marion Crawford's new book, "Whoso- ever Shall Offend" is the pleasant state ment that MT. Crawford has returned to America. He has made long so- journ on the coast of Southern Italy in the town of Sorrento, just south of Ve- suvius, and the Island of Capri not far away. The shore is steep, and when your boat is moored you must go up. perhaps a hundred steps to reach the
 orange gardens and the cd piratical looking dwellings that help to form
 the town.
 MT. Carpenter says in his converse
 tion with MT. Crawford he exclaimed:
 T should think 1t would be very hard
 to turn your back upon such a beauti-
 full place and come to America where
 everything is so very different" Now that depends upon where he comes in America. The loneliness of that rock bound shore and the monotonous surge
 of everlasting sea waves, the wide
 waste of water, stretching out before you, and the continual presence of ig- norant populace that if your carriage halts a moment, there Is swarm of
 beggars and gaping idlers about you
 to a point of suffocation, all cause me to reverse the ejaculation and say:
 How could you have staid away from
 America so long?" It was supposed he
 would write a history of the immortal
 city of Rome while he was away, but
 we only hear at present of another in-
 teresting novel ''Whosoever Shall Off,
 fend."