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Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1904-12-10

"A Canadian Maple Tree that has En-
twined a Big Beech.)
James e. Kennard, who owns the prop
erty on which it is located, first observed
the maple as a small twig growing be-
side the beech. The twig tiourished with
such persistency that his attention was
attracted to 1t. and he refrained from
cutting it down. Completely o%vershad-
owed by its neighbor, it began to work
its way around the beech in search of
the sunlight. For several years 1t con-
tinued It's peculiar method Of reaching
upward, until it made its way among the
branches of the beech, acting more like a
vine than a tree.
In some places the maple hugs the
beech SO closely that the bark Of the two
has almost grown together. At the same
time the separate identity has been pre-
served, and both trees are in a perfectly
healthy condition. Naturalists who
have examined the maple say that they
have never seen another instance OF q
similar nature.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1904-12-10
p,rat,ng Foley. Honey and Tar.

Foley & Co.. Chicago. originated Hon.
ey and Tar as a throat and lung remedy,
and on account of the great merit and
popularity of Foley's Honey and Tar
many limitations are offered for the genu-
Inc. Ask for Foley's Honey and Tar
and refuse any substitute offered as no
other preparation will give the same salts
faction. 1t is mildly laxative. 1t con-
tains no opiates and is safest for children
and. delicate persons. Sold by all dealers.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1904-12-10
WEST vIRaINIA's o T
Roosevelt's Plurality, 31,755; Daw-
sons, Less Than 5000.

sons, Less Than 5000.
The official vote of West Virginia
gives Roosevelt 81. 755 plurality. Nc
Kinley's plurality four years ago was
81, 022.
The total vote is as follows: Repub-
lican presidential ticket, 1872. 608 +:
democratic, 100, $50; prohibition. 1904
socialist. 1874; peoples party. $50.
Roosevelt's majority over all. %, IA
With four counties missing on the
vote for governor. Dawson's plurality
will be a little less than 5000.
The highest elector on the republic
IA ticket, Jacob H. Hesvener. of
Upshur county. polled 1872, 628 votes
and the lowest 1879. $50. The demo-
cratic elector polling the highest vote
was DR.. l.. Fl. Clarke. of Mcdowell
county, 100, 1881 and the lowest 100, 826.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1904-12-10
. PECULIAR MAPLE TREE.
It Is Growing in Canada and Has
the Habits Of the
Vine.

Toronto, Canada-A curiosity In ma
lures realm that has attracted the mo-
tice of students Of forestry is a soft
maple tree, which has grown In such
form as to defy all presidents. 1t has
completely entwined itself around a
beech, and mingled its branches with
that Of its companion. This odd phe-
nomenon is to be seen at Havelock, On
tario, Canada.
No n knows just how the maple got
It's unusual start, rs there are no trees
of its kind in the immediate vicinity.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1904-12-10

The following deeds were recorded
at the Office of the clerk Of the county
court Monday:
Harrison Triees to Ernest L Triggs,
tract of 10 acres in Mill Greek dis
trict, 500.
A r Patterson to John M. Patter-
son. two tracts containing 46 acres,
81, 500.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1904-12-10
TO MARRY AT CHARLES TOWN
Announcement of Forthcoming Nup-
tials at That Place.

The engagement oflMiss May Mason.
daughter of Mr.. James M. Mason of
Charles Town. and a granddaughter
OF former United States Senator James
NJ. Mason, of Virginia, to Mr.. Philip
Speed, formerly of Lexington. KY,
and now of New York, has been an
nounced. The wedding will take
place shortly. Mr.. Speed is connected
with the editorial department of the
New York World.
The engagement of Miss Cristine
Chew. daughter of Col. r. P. Chew,
of Charles Town. to Mr.. Brantz III.
Rozel. formerly ofsBaltimore. but
of Tennessee, has been announced.
The wedding will take place in jan
uary.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1904-12-10
A Pleasant EN-.

No pill is as pleasant and positive as
DeWitt's Little Early Risers. DeWitt's
Little Early Risers are so mild and effec-
tive that children, delicate ladies, weak
people enjoy their cleansing effect, while
strong people say they are the best liver
pills sold. Sold by c. w. Tabler and w.
S. Harper & Co. d
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1904-12-10
LADY DEAD.
Mrs. George volgamotte Dies at Her
Home in Arden District.

Mrs. Volgaotte, wife of MI. George
Volgaotte. a highly esteemed resident
of Arden district, this county, died
at her home in the county on Tues
day evening, after a lingering illness.
Her demise was caused by a cancer.
of which she had been suffering for
some time. She was about 40 years
of age.
Funeral occurred Thursday morning
at 10 80 o'clock from Trinity Lutheran
church. at Arden. The services were
largely attended by the many relatives
and friends Of the deceased through
out the community in which she lived.
Interment was made in the church
burying grounds.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1904-12-10
cen.umpsive. Made Comfortable.

Incipient, consumption is cured by
Foley's Honey and Tar, but we do not
hold out false hopes to consumptives by
claiming that it will cure this dread de
sesse in the advanced stages; but If the
lungs are NOT toe far gone Foley's Honey
and Tar will effect a cure. as il stops the
racking cough and soothes the infamed
air passages giving them achance to heal,
and even in the advanced stages it al
ways gives comfort and relief. A. A
Herren. of Finch, Ark. writes: "Foley's
Honey and Tar is the best preparation
for coughs and lung trouble. know
that it has cured consumption in the isst
stages" Sold by all druggists.
EOLEYSHONEYMTAR
<n~ nAffarsns eufe. aors. Nc npfoReR
Arizona republican., 1904-02-14
THE DOMINICAN OUTRAGE
State Department Receives Details of the Killing of nachinist Johnson.

Washington Feb. 13-The state de- partment has received a report by mail under date of San Domingo, February ?, from United States Minister Pow ell, of the killing by the insurgents of J. C.. Johnson, a second class machinist of the American cruiser Yankee, on the morning of that date. The facts have been briefly given in the press dis patches but the details furnished by the minister go to establish the fact that the killing was deliberate and unpro- Voked.
 He says This was no accident, but it was deliberately done, as during the morning the insurgents had been firing on two signal men, who were waiting for a launch. One of these men, T. Hcrning, had a bullet go through his hat. half inch lower and he would heve been killed
 The minister acted with the greatest promptness in communicating with Commander Heilner of the Yankee, and informing the foreign minister of the outrage. He added: q have addressed note to the commander of the Ievo- lutionary forces demanding ample satisfaction for this insult and for the death Of this man, which I shall send by strong guard to the commander"
Arizona republican., 1904-02-14
FRANCE COMES IN.

Paris, United States Ambassador Porter and M. Nelidoff, the Russian ambassador to France. called at the foreign office this afternoon and held long and important conference with Minister Del Casse, as a result of which it is practically certain that France will reply favorably to Secre- tary Hays note on the subject of China.
 Today's conference between ARIbas- sador Porter and M. Del Casse was the third which has been held during the last few days. Nj. Lel Casse in the meantime having conferred with the cabinet and consulted with Rus Sia.
 At an early hour today the French authorities were advised that Russia waived her objections to the Hay note, thus removing obstacles in the way of it's acceptance by France.
 The approval of Japan has not been doubted, and this is made more certain by the receipt of an official Japanese declaration favoring the neutrality of China and limiting the area of the war.
Arizona republican., 1904-02-14
Prediction That the U. $. = Will be Involved
DENMARK Is PREPARING
Great Britain's Apprehension That There Is Need of It-All the Powers Consent to the Terms of Secretary Hays Neutrality Note.

Chicago, Feb. 13.-"It is extremely probable that the United States and all the great powers will do actual fighting before this war is over. The United States has taken strong and courageous position"
 Dr. Toyokichi Yenaga, formerly sec retary in the foreign department of the government made the above pre- diction today. Dr. Yenaga has just completed a series of lectures in Chi cago under the auspices of the Eni- Versity of Chicago. Dr. Yenaga sa,d:
 All along I have been saying the United States and England should join question in the interests of modern progressive civilization. The United States has done just what Japan has wanted. President Roosevelt ;md Sec retary Hay by proposing to limit the area of the war have taken very strong hand. The only way 10 prevent a general war. in which all the na- tions would be fighting would be to carry out the proposal which has been made hy the United States.
 Who can tell row whether that would be accepted by Russia or not?
 ''ff it is not, the interests of the United States are so great and the stand has been so strong that it would n6t do to say that the United States is yet not likely to be called to arms in the orient
Arizona republican., 1904-02-14
PREFERS THE WHITE.
The Attitude Of Germany Toward
 Russia and Japan.

Berlin, Feb. 1S-The position of the German government respecting the Russo Japanese war IS we'll defined. II is exact neutrality in act, but in senti- ment it is sympathetic toward Rus sian credominance in China rather than Japanese supremacy there.
 The common talk in ministerial quarters is that it is not simple con- test for territory in Korea or Man churia, but rather a combat of civili- zation and race ideals. and if one must choose between the white and the vel low Germany stands by the white.
 The government here is conscious that Russia has not acted wisely and Japan has sufficient reasons for mak- ing war and especially that after the China-Japanese war, Japan was ad- Vised to give up Port Arthur and Rus sia took possession of that place.
 Germany recognizes also that other powers have cause for complaint in that Russia did not keep her promise these powers is Germany, which holds opinions identical with those of the United States concerning the "oren door,"
 The foreign office has this week ex- pressed this view to the state depart ment at Washington, Eut beyond these considerations there are, according to a very nigh German official, greater considerations of statesmanship which prompt Germany to withhold it's sym pathy from Japan and to hope that Russia will rot be vanquished.
Arizona republican., 1904-02-14
CHINA WILL BE NEUTRAL.

Washington, Feb. 13-Sir Chen Tmg Liang Cheng, the Chinese minister here, called at the state department to- day and formally notified Secretary Hay that the emperor of China has issued a proclamation )f neutrality.
 The minister's cablegram contained further information that m issuing this proclamation the emperor has in the strongest terms enjoined upon the Viceroys and governors of provinces to adopt every precaution for the proIec- ton of foreign life and property in their respective territories. The min ister feels that there is no danger to be apprehended Of attacks upon for eigners in China in view of the strong language of the proclamation and it's speedy distribution.
 The Japanese minister. Takahira, also called. He brought with him a telegram received from the Japanese minister of foreign affairs, dated today and reading as follows:
 His majesty. the emperor. having been greatly affected to learn Of the great conflagration which recently oc- cured in Baltimore, commands me to convey to the president his expression of deep condolenCe and sympathy with the people of that city"
 The minister had no news touching on the progress of the campaign in the east, and rather looked for a Hull foe the next few days.
Arizona republican., 1904-02-14
Senator Hanna Now Has a
 Good Fighting Chance
DAY WITHOUT A CHILL
Symptoms of It Closely Watched for. The Improvement of the Senator so Great That the Tension of the Phy- sicians and Family Is Relaxed.

Washington, Feb. 13.-Dsspite the critical condition of Senator Hanna the feeling Of despondency which last night pervaded the sick chamber gave waT tonight to one of restored hope. All along during the day the attending physicians, noting the manner in which the patient responded to tho treatment, gave it as their belief that he had fighting chance"
 The tension under which the mem bers of the family have been since o'clock yesterday afternoon, when the sinking spells came on, was relieved today, and the senator's brother, his son, Dan, and others of the household spent some time in the lobby of the hotel. Indeed, his condition was such this afternoon that Mrs. Hanna wcs able to take short drive.
 When morning broke Senator Hanna had held his own during the night. al- though it had been necessary to keep down the temperature, which at one time reached 1O5, by frequent sponge baths. The senator has been conscious most of the time, but has been too weak to rouse himself.
 The most gratifying feature of the case is that the senator continued to take and retain nourishment. This consists of small quantities of milk and whiskey. Throughout the day the ut most watchfulness was observed to prevent, if possible, a recurrence Of the chill which yesterday came so near re- sultlng fatally. Saline injections and oxygen were resorted to when in the opinion of the physicians there was an indica tion of a setback.
 
 night when the announcement was made that the senator's illness was un- accompanied by any complications. The distinguished patient fully realizes the gravity of his condition. At one time when he was able to freely con verse with his physicians the senator said he would lend all possible aid to their efforts in his behalf. All day long a constant stream of callers made their way to the Arlington hotel to inquire regarding Senator Hanna's condition. President, Roosevelt was one of these. and upon his arrival at the hotel he was immediately shown into the family apartment, where he conversed for ten minutes with Mrs. Hanna and received from her the latest information as to MT. Hannas condition, Before going upstairs the president was informed that MT. Harna's temperature at that time was lower and his condition a little better. and he was outspoken in his expression of the relief that he felt at the receipt of the news.
 At 7:35 D. m. the physicians state for the first time that Senator Hanna's case is without any complications whatever. The report that comes from the bedside is that the senator has now got "a good fighting chance" At II ?. m. Senator Hanna's physi- clans issued a bulletin:
 Senator Hanna has had a gaining day. His pulse now is 120 ard regular; temperature, 104.S; respiration, 3D.
 At a. m. everything was quiet with in the apartments.
 2:15 a. m. Senator Hanna at this hour is still sleeping. Mir. Dover. who went to the room, reported the temp erature and pulse as much better.
Arizona republican., 1904-02-14
TEXT OF HAYS NOTE.

Washington, Feb. 13.-The state de- partment has issued this statement: After some preliminary exchange of views between this government and the governments of the other powers in tereSted in Chinese matters, this de partment, on the tenth of February. sent the following instructions to the American representatives at St. Peters burg Tokio, and Pekin: You will ex- press to the minister of foreign affairs the earnest desire of the government of the United States that in the course of military operations which have been be- gun between Russia and Japan. the neutrality of China in all practicable ways and her administrative entity shall be respected by both parties, and that the area of hostilities shall be To- calized and minimized as much as pos sihle. so that undue excitement among the Chinese people may be prevented, and the least possible loss to commerce and intercourse with the world be oc- casiOned.
 "(Sisned) JOHN HAY"
 At the same time this government informed all the powers signatories of the protocol at Pekin of it's action, re- Huesting similar action on their part. No answer to the above note in add tion to those received up to yesterday have been received by the state de- patment."
Arizona republican., 1904-02-14

ed here and apparently all over the en- pire, or at least all over European -tussia, in a single week is truly re- markable. The dreamy Russian char acter has heen stirred to depths of re- sentiment which it will be difficult to understand abroad. The patriotic dem onstrations here have been almost con- tinuous for three days and they have also been entirely spontaneous.
 The Associated Press is authorized to deny the report that Japanese troops have landed at Port Arthur with a Ic,ss of two regiments
 Nothing is known here officially re- garding the movements of the VIad- lVostock squadron, but the reports that 1t had sunk two Japanese transports off Wonsan and destroyed Hakodate is generally discredited, it being pointed out that it would be impossible for the squadron to have been in the two places almost Simultaneously.
 Naval experts say that if the Hako- date story is true, Admiral Stackelberg. Tn command of the Vladivcstock sduadrOn would be able to come south along the eastern coast of Japan and cause enormous havoc among the shore shipping, and ultimately effect a. iunc- ture with Admiral Virenus' squadron on its way to the far east from Europe.
 The first feeling of depression is dis appearing and entire confidence is ex- pressed in the ultimate success of Rms sian arms.
Arizona republican., 1904-02-14
NOT CREDITED.
Report of Destruction of Three More
 Russian Cruisers.

London, Feb. 13.-A report originat- ing with Japanese firm having cor. respondents in Tokio was circulated ia London tonight to the effect that three Russian cruisers presumably the Vlad- iVostock sGuadron, had been torpedoed in the straits of Tsugaro yesterday.
 The straits of Tsugaro are between the island of Hokkaido. the northern part of the Japanese islands and Nip pen, the central island. Hakodate is on the northcrr side of the straits.
 The Japanese legation has heard nothing confirmatory of this report. though .t las come to it from several sources. The legation official received the report with reserve, it being con sidered too good to be true"
 The Japanese have a strong naval base at kotomari, at the northern end Of Nippen. and on the south side strait. and it is considered possible. should the Nladivostock squadron attempt to harass the coast about Hakodate, that they will be met by torpedo boats from kctOmari.
Arizona republican., 1904-02-14
THE CLALLAM DISASTER.
The Captain and Chief Engineer Held
 tc Blame.

Seattle, Wash, Feb. 13.-The de- cision of the marine board of inquiry which sat upon the Clallam disaster case, has been handed. It lays the blame unon Chief Engineer Delaney, charging him with neglect and in competency. Captain Roberts is cen sured for not having an officer of the ship in the second and third boats that were launched. and for not giving or ders to the captain of the Holyoke to take the ship to the nearest shelter.
 The officers of the tug boats Holyoke and Sea Lion are highly complimented for their share in the work of rescuin;y the passengers of the Clallam. De launey's license is revoked and the license of Captain Roberts is sus- pended for one year.
Arizona republican., 1904-02-14
LAUNCHED AT TUCSON
Candidacy of J. ". Springer for Nom
 inatiOn for Vice Presidency.

Tucson, Ariz., Feb. 13 (SpeciaD.- John w. Springer, of Denver former president of the national Livestock as sociaticn. is here on account of the i'll health of his wife. He is also ex-presi- dent of the Denver Roosevelt club, and also of the federation of the Roosevelt clubs cf Colorado. He was given q banquet last evening by the republi- cans at the new Santa Rita hotel
 City Attorney John B. Wright an nounced MT. Springer's candidacy fo1 the vice presidency on the republican tickct.
 Toasts were given by Mayor Schu- macher, Attorney Wright, MT. Spring CT. W. s. Sturgis and President Bab- cock.
 At the clcse of the banquet Mr. Springer asked for viva voce exores- sicn in answer to whether the merger with New Mexico was desired by Ari- zc7a or not. The response was de- cidedly no.
Arizona republican., 1904-02-14
A SIGNIFICANT INQUIRY.

Copenhagen. Denmark, Feb. l5-rhe British government has inquired if the Danish government is prepared to defend Denmark's neutrality. especial- ly the important sea routes.
 Denmark replied in effect: We will defend ourselves"
 The construction placed on the in quiry here is that Great Britain ap- preciates the danger of Russia oc- cupying Danish fortresses in the event of complications between Great Britain and Russia over the far eastern qucs- tion. In consequence of possibility of such an outcome, the Danish war department has ordered the army re- serves to be ready for mobilization, throughout Denmark, within twelve hours. The regimental offices are open day and night.
Arizona republican., 1904-02-14
LOST NO TORPEDO BOATS.

Washington, Feb. 13.-The Japanese minister tonight received a cablegram rom his government officially denying the report that four Japanese torpedo boats had been sunk in the Port Ar thur attack. The cablegram added that, although the Japanese ships had incurred dama-e, none was sunk or disabled. It is believed that the Ja- panese feet has gone to Sasebo for repairs.
 Japanese officials here show little concern over the reports that the Vladivostock cruiser squadron would harass the coast of northern Japan. It IS said that Kure and Hakodate are amply fortified.
Arizona republican., 1904-02-14
RoERs GOING HOME.
Once Prisoners of the British, Now
 Subjects of the King.

New York Feb. 13.-Sixteen Boers, former British prisoners of war, who arrived recently on the steamship Pre- toria from Bermuda, are on Ellis isl and awaiting transportation to- the Transvaal. For a year past they had made a meager living in Bermuda sell ing war relics to tourists. Grown homesick, they took the oath, of all legiance to the British government. 2
 Once British subjects the Boers ap- piled to the British authorities for transportation to their homes, which was granted. Nearly all of them are farmers.
Arizona republican., 1904-02-14
CHANGING CITIZENSHIP.

Hays City, Kansas. Feb. 13,--As q result of the war in the orient the dis trict court here is besieged with ap- plicants for citizenship. There are hundreds of Russians in this county, who nov seek naturalization papers to avoid taking any chances of being compelled to return to their native land to he drafted in the army. They are not posted on what could be done in such cases, but are determined to arrange matters so that there will not be the slightest doubt as to their fu- ture.