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The Palatka news and advertiser. [volume] (Palatka, Fla.) 1902-1905, 1904-12-30
New Commissioners.

At the meeting of the county COM
missioners next Tuesday President
Fearnside will call the old board to-
gether and dispatch any unfinished
business in hand. Then the old
board will retire and the new board
will be organized.
The retiring members are f. j.
Fearnside, John Hancock and II. j..
Rogers,
The new members are L. g. CanO-
va, Edward North of Bostwick and
D. Williams of McMeekin.
w. D. Allen and j. Q. Strickland,
members of the retiring board, have
been reelected to the new.
If the custom which has been in
vogue for many years is honored,
L. c. Canova, the member from Pa
latka, will be made president of the
new board The reason for this has
been largely that of convenience, so
that the president may be handy to
sign vouchers and other documents
made out by the clerk
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WORLD NEWS.

Americus, Ga, has small pox and
there is a stampede for VACCINE
points.
Thomas O'Brien, notorious conf
dence man and alleged inventor OF
the gold brick swindle, is dead IN the
French penal settlement at Cayenne
The Methodist churches in and
around Atlanta contributed S,OOo
last Sunday as a Christmas offering
for Methodist hospital in Atlanta
Nan Patterson is going to be ad-
mitted to bail, four gentlemen IN
West Virginia having been found
who will go on her bonds to the
amount of $4,000.
DIR. G. S West is dead at Palestine,
Texas. He was a prominent conted,
crate veteran and during the clVil
war a brigadier surgeon in charge ol
the Atlanta hospitals.
The powder mills at Waverly
some miles from Halifax, n. 81
blew up on Monday, causing heavy
loss, and rocking the buildings al
Halifax as though by an earthquake
John Butler and Guy Reed, ne
groes, were hanged at Thomson. ia.
on Tuesday for the murder of Mr.. X
G. Story, their employer, rms
crime was committed, the criminals
tried and hanged within q days.
The Palatka news and advertiser. [volume] (Palatka, Fla.) 1902-1905, 1904-12-30

Americus, Ga, has small pox and
there is stampede for vaccine
points.
The Palatka news and advertiser. [volume] (Palatka, Fla.) 1902-1905, 1904-12-30
TOWN OF MANSFIELD.
Will Be Laid Out Six Miles
West Of Palatka on G.
S. & F. Ry.,
By Southern Coloniz alton Company of
Chicago Company Has Secured
10000 Acres Of Fine
Farming Land.

The Southern Colonization COM
pany of Chicago has purchased of F.
H. Hafer Of this city, 10000 acres of
land a few miles west of Palatka on
the &. S. d f. Railway.
The tracts purchased by the com
pany were what was known as the
Hodges tract of $4,000 acres and the
Hafer tract of over 5000 acres. And
those who are judge of lant-state
that these tracts embrace "a very
large proportion of the richest lands
to be found anywhere in Florida.
1t is the purpose of the Chicago
company to sub-divide is holdings
into small tracts and to sell the bulk
of it to actual settlers from the
north.
The company is organized on a
capital basis of 900 shares of mem
bership, divided into stock certifi-
Gates of $40 each, thus securing Il
working capital of 100000 as soon as
sold.
Th company will reserve sutti-
csent number of acres Tor town
which will be immediately laid out
and improved by building dwellings,
a school house, churches, stores, and
streets. The part for farming will
also be divided into farm tracts.
The company will reserve every
other tract.
Each purchaser of $40 share will
be given a clear deed to Il city resi-
dence lot. Two shares will secure
business lot and five shares a 5-acre
tract.
The company will work very much
on the same line as resulted in the
building of Fitzgerald, Ga.
Mr., b. f. Pritchard of Indianapo-
lis, Indiana. the general manager of
the company, is now in Palatka
perfecting plans for his colony, and
to representative of the News
made the statement that his compa-
ny expected to have fully 1000 new
settlers on the ground by April.
The new town is to be called Mans
field
The land included in this big
purchase embraces some of the
very best trucking and potato lands
in Florida.
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FOR GOOD ROADS.
National Convention will be
Held in Jacksonville Next
Month.

Great interest is being taken
throughout the state in the work of
the Forthcoming National Good
Roads convention to be held in Jack
sonville on Monday, Tuesday and
Wednesday, January 18th, Goth and
2lst. 1t is the hope of the projectors
that citizens and members of the
boards of county commissioners from
each of the county will be present to
assist in the work of the convention.
Ex-senator A. S. Mann, leader of
the good roads movement in Florida,
in recent interview in the Evening
Metropolis, said:
''The United States government is
going to lend it's strong arm in the
work of this convention and become
one of it's most important features.
1t is going to show us how to con-
struct roads, and will have a man in
charge who is the equal of any man
in the world in the knowledge of
road building and use of machinery.
This will make a great saving III
cost often quite One-half, and when
done have many times the value of
the best we are able to build to-day.
1.-The material is tested and its
value fully determined before it is
used. This may be placed III ad-
vance of a college as colleges often
deal in theories. This work of edu-
cation is practical.
EVERY interest in the cause of
good roads is working to make this
convention a success. The souvenir
programme will be an elegant affair,
and will be devoted to every interest
of the state.
II have arranged for its circulation
throughout the north and west, and
firmly believe we shall turn the tide
of homeseekers and tourists, which
have been going west, toward our in
comparable southland.
"'When they come to the conven
tion, and may be said to be about to
pass the gateway and go out into the
state to seek health, pleasure or a
home, this souvenir programme
should place before them the advan-
tages of each and every section of
the state. 1t should be a reliable
guide to Florida.
1.-THE live men of our state in all
the walks of life will see to it that
Gnelr Interests are lully blIONh'
This part of the programme is in the
hands of J. A. Hollomon, editor of
the Industrial Record, Jacksonville,
with whom l have contracted to get
out the programme. l wish to ap-
peal to the editors of the state, the
county commissioners and mayors
of cities, as well as the enterprising
citizens to send me short history
of prominent features or advantages
of their county, city or section. |
propose that this souvenir pro-
gramme shall contain short sketches
of the different sections in the state,
and this will serve of vast advertis-
ing advantage to those different sec
tions. The write-up and book will
be free.
"In conclusion, said Senator
Mann, 81 wish every editor in the
state would send me any issue relat-
ing to good roads, and the county
commissioners are requested to cor
respond with me on any point OF in
terest regarding road making"
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Mrs. Riley Adams of Paxton, Fla,
was shot and killed while attending
TO her household duties on Monday.
The bullet came through the window
and entered her heart. No clue has
been discovered to the perpetrator
of the crime.
The defunct First National bank
of Florida has just paid a second
dividend this time Is per cent
making total of 40 per cent paid
since the collapse. 1t is stated that
the receiver may make still another
small payment.
The Presbyterians of the state are
hopeful that they will be able TO se-
cure the Tampa Bay Hotel for a
Presbyterian university The prop
erty was once offered to the Jesuites,
and declined. Too much danger of
its becOminga a big white elephant"
The Honorable Bill Lamar, con-
/ gresham from the Third Florida
District, has had his friends an
nounce him as candidate for U. S.
Senator to succeed Senator Mallory.
But a good deal can happen in the
four years that are TO ensue before
that election.
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Capt. Enos Adams died at Lake
Helen on Saturday aged Il. He
was prominent stockhOlder and
mechanical worker in the starch
factory at that place,
The Southern Educational associa-
tion is in session in Jacksonville,
and teachers are present from all
over the south. The state teachers
association of Florida is also holding
its annual convention in the same
city.
Travis Johnson a well-known ctti-
zen of Pensacola was foully MUIR
dered on Tuesday at the Arlington
Club. His head was nearly severed
from his body. John Grlheth, a
marine engineer, has been arrested
for the crime. The motive is said to
have been robbery.
The city council of Tampa has
voted unanimous resolution ask
ing President Roosevelt to visit that
city on his proposed southern trip,
and reminding him of the good times
he had there when he was an officer
in the Rough Riders under Gen.
Shafter in the SpanishAmerican
war.
An attempt was made to assassin
ate ID. II Spreecher, postmaster at
Groom, near Brooksville, last Satur-
day night. Two shots were fred mt
him as he was leaving his place of
business for home, one of which
took effect in the side of his face,
destroying one eye The guu was
loaded with fine bird shot. No clue
has been found to the assassin.
The Palatka news and advertiser. [volume] (Palatka, Fla.) 1902-1905, 1904-12-30
Our Holiday Trade.

Men and women who have all eye
for the observance of business con-
ditlons did not fail to note that there
was something doing in Paiatka all
of last week.
The crowds of purchasers taxed
the capacity of merchants.
Enquiry among the down town
business men shows that the bust
ness of Palatka during the week be-
fore Christmas was nearly, if not
quite, 100 per cent greater than one
year ago.
Business is booming in Palatka.
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BIn11ous Co11c PREyrNrEp

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appears and threatened attack may be
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are subject to attacks of bilious collie use
the remedy in this way with perfect sue
cess. For sale by Aekerman d Stewart.
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RECTOR OF ST. LUKE'S.
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The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-05-17
HEARST'S STRENGTH INCREASES

SANTA CRUZ, Cal, May l7l.-Dilatory
tactles were employed by both factions
during the morning and at noon il was
generally believed that the fight would
practically be settled by the committee on
platform and resolutions. However. the
Hearst organization claims that it has suf-
hclent strength to instruct and SAYS it
will do so.
Lane, McNab and the administration
people say there will be no instruction and
that they will force Tarpey to compro-
mise, the basis of which will probably be
an uninstructed delegation, but the adop-
ton of resolutions commencing Hearst for
his position on public issues and commend
ing HIM to the consideration of the Cali
fornia delegation
At noon the platform committee ad-
Journed until l o'clock, without having
considered the report of the sub-commit
tee, which last night voted in favor of
the administration resolution and turned
down the Hearst resolution
This fight will probably consume the
greater portion of the afternoon and no
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HON. DAVID WARK.

OTTAWA, Ont, May 1.-THE oldest
legislator in the British empire and proba-
bly, in the world, and the man who has the
distinction of serving longer in legislative
bodies than any other, is the centenarian
senator, Hon. David Wark, of Ottawa,
Ont.
He was 100 February 10, and for over
half century has been prominent in Cana
dian politics.
He was appointed a senator when the
senate was formed on the confederation of
the provinces in 1857 but for over twenty
years previously he was a conspicuous fig
ire in the politics of New Brunswick.
He introduced legislation into the New
Brunswick house which led to the prov
inces exchanging their natural products
free of duty-legislation which had a direct
bearing on the confederation of the
provinces twenty years later.
For all his years, Senator Wark is far
from being decrepit, and when presented
with an oil painting of himself by his fell
low senators Thursday, April %, his
speech was as lucid as that of a man of
30 years younger, and his voice was clear
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CORTELY0U MAY
MANAGE CAMPAIGN

WASHINGTON, d. c.. May E.-For
months it has been a query in the minds
of many as to who would be the chairman
of the Republican national convention. 1t
now looks as though the secretary of
commerce and labor, George B. Cortelyou.
would be the man.
No man living has enjoyed more conf
dental relations with Marcus A. Hanna,
William Mckinley and President Roose.
welt than Mr.. Cortelyou He is regarded
as being peculiarly fitted for the position.
possessing an unusual amount of executive
ability and having thorough knowledge
of men and affairs. His name was suv.
gested some time ago and met with instant
favor.
In order to accept the Craftsmanship of
the national convention he must necessari-
~ resign from his position in the cabinet
This will, in measure. mean personal
sacrifice to him.
j. w. Blythe of Iowa is regarded as a
likely candidate for vice-charman. or. at
least, sub-chairman, in charge of the West
ern end of the campaign.
Cornelius n Bliss of New York has for
many years been treasurer of the national
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-05-17
THE FORESTS OF RUBBER
TREES MAY CAUSE "A WAR

WASHINGTON, ID. c., May Flor
ests of rubber trees near the headwaters Of
the Amazon form the prize for which
Brazil and Peru are contending These
trees are at the foot Of the Andes noun
tains between the sources of the Purus
and Julua rivers, tributaries of the Anna
zon. 1t is called the Acre region because
river of that name flows through it,
Folks from down that way pronounce
the name as though it were spelled Ahk-re,
with the accent on the first syllable.
The region comprises 10000 square miles.
Within il the boundary lines of Brazil
Bolivia Peru, Ecuador and Colombia come
together. 1t is the richest rubber-produc-
ing country in the world The great ma
jority of the inhabitants are Brazilians,
who number 10000. The region was long
wilderness and the boundaries OF the
four republics were not clearly defined,
As it was without population or apparent
wealth they did not care much about il.
When the exploitation of the rubber
trees began about forty years ago the coun-
try became sort Of no mans land. The
people. being far removed from any or
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business can be done by the convention
until il is settled
>. +. Coonan Of Eureka. strong anti
instruction man, chairman of the platform
committee, claims that 81 of the 60 mem
bers are Observation-Disclosures.
The convention met promptly at l
o clock, but the resolutions committee not
being ready to report, an adjournment
was Immediately taken.
just before the convention reassembled
1t became apparent that the fight on the
question of instruction was not liable to
come up on the floor of the convention
before tonight
A fight viii also be made on applying
the unit rule. The vote will be very close
and it may be carried.
1t is probable that after beating the
instruction resolution the convention will
adopt moderate Hearst resolution.
GREAT FALLS Mont. May 1.-THE
Democratic state convention met this aft
ernoon. Indications at present are that the
convention will instruct for Hearst.
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The two republics then proceeded with
an effort to adjust their claims. II re-
suited last fall in treaty whereby Bolivia
surrendered her claim to the disputed ter
ritory and received from Brazil $4,000 900
All disputes that may arise in fixing the
boundary lines are TO be settled by arbi'
tration.
The conflicting claims of Brazil, Colon
bio and Ecuador were adjusted some years
ago
With Bolivia out of the disputed terri
tory, Peru asserted her claims. Troops
were sent into the region aud government
tai authority exercised. Brazil has ordered
that the soldiers be withdrawn. Peru de
cares that the land will be held even al
the cost OF war Arbitration has become
fashionable in South America, however,
and there is chance that the dispute
may be settled in that way. Peru claims
the region near the headwaters of the
Perus and Jurura river by virtue Of title
acquired in l779. Brazil contends that The
title was relinquished by treaty in 1851
Brazil is willing to arbtrate.
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gained power, governed themselves After
the fashion ii frontiersmen they did it well,
too. There was never disturbance that
called for attention from the neighboring
countries. With the development Of the
rubber industry, the four republics began
to make boundary claims. Each was very
liberal to itself. too, in asserting title to a
share OF the region. Boundaries over
tapped each other until the dotted lines on
a map looked like chicken tracks in the
snow. No gold mining claims were ever
more oyerstaked
Real trouble came in 1900 when Bolivia
was allowed to exercise effective aut'iori'v
over Acre. The people there were we'll
satisfied with the simple and just govern
ment they had established, but the repub
lies decided it was irregular and would not
do. They insisted that Acre be governed
by Officials and soldiers from regular
power Bolivia was assigned to furnish
the officials and garrison. Arbitrary rule
attended by all sorts OF eXactions marked
the new government They drove the
military forces Of Bolivia out Of the ter
rltory and declared allegiance TO Brazil.
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LOGGER KILLED

A peclliar accident caused the death Of
Frank Coslick, Swede, at camp No 5,
known as McDonald's logging camp. on
the Northern Pacific railroad, several
miles from Orting.
just before noon, Coslick and other
men of the st. Paul & Tacoma Lumber
company were rolling logs down to the
cars for shipment to Tacoma. In loading.
swamp hooks were used, together with
chains While moving log the chain
binding it suddenly snapped from the
donkey engine and the swamp hook was
ierked out of the log and struck Coslick,
one prong going into the right shoulder
and the other entering the head back of
the ear. After falling backward from the
log he never regained consciousness.
The injured mans comrades improvised
a stretcher and took him to the nearest
railroad crossing and he was taken to
Orting on train.
Superintendent Wilbur brought him to
Tacoma, but he died on the train, and
Undertaken Hoska took charge of the re-
mains.
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WISCONSIN DEMOCRATS

MILWAUKEE. Wis, May 1.-THE
Democratic state convention opened in the
Davidson theater today with every pros
pect of lively russell over the selection Of
delegates to the st. Louis convention. The
contest for control is between the Hearst
following and the supporters Of Edward
c. Wall. the Democratic national eonant.
teeman for Wisconsin. MIR Wall has an
nounced his candidacy for the presidential
nomination and has been conducting a Wig.
orous campaign. not with any idea Of re-
eeiving the nomination, but with the
avowed purpose Of preventing Hearst from
securing the support of the Wisconsin dele
alton at St. Louis The Indications are
that he will succeed in preventing Hearst
instructions at todny's convention.
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/ was concluded October 80, 1905

was concluded October 30. 1905
Upon the completion of their mission
the explorers returned East, arriving at
st. Louis September %. 1906, after untold
hardships and danger, with the loss of
but one man, which speaks well of the
ability of the leaders. for the trip was
made through an Indian infested country.
Congress voted Lewis and Clark grant
Of public land and tlark was appointed
governor of Louisiana territory. He died
suddenly in 1909 and is believed to have
been murdered by Spanish servant At
the time of his death he was superintend-
ent of Indian affairs at ST. Louis.
Such in brief is the history of the men
whose deeds Oregon will commemorate by
centennial exposition. incidentally the
promoters hope to open the eyes Of the
world to the vast possibilities of the
Northwest.
The exposition Is intended to demon
strate' by its varied industries many of
them from foreign lands, the factor the
state is destined to become in the trade
which is sure to he built up during the
next few years with the countries of the
Orient,
The exposition will be held in this city.
Whlch Is the largest IN lhe state and Is
admirably situated to successfully hold a
big affair such as it Is proposed to make
the centennial.
The capital stock Of the promoting com
pany is placed at s500,00O, all of which has
been subscribed. The tax levy authorized
by the state legislature raised 100000, and
the state appropriated 100000 Montana,
Washington and Idaho, formerly parts of
old Oregon, have appointed their commits
sions, as have British Columbia, Utah and
other Western states
BY cooperating with the managers of
the St. Louis exposition, the Oregonians
hope to bring many of the exhibits now
shown in the Missouri city here
The Lewis and Clark exposition win run
largely to the Oriental At the Japanese
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BOYS SUSPECTED

The hardware store of A. Gehri & 60.
was robbed Of over 5000 worth Ct cutlery
some time Sunday night. Entrance was
made to the store from the rear. The
proprietor says he thinks it was the work
OF boys and that the police department
is OF the same mind.
Members of the police force say there
is crowd Of boys living below Seven
teenth street and back on the hill who
will bear close Watching Several times
within the past few years young fellows
from that section have had occasion to
tell their troubles to the police justice.
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show center of the universe. for on that
date the Lewis and Clark centennial Am
erican Pacific exposition and Oriental fair,
will be thrown open to the public
Oregon's show will be the centennial eel
ebration of the Lewis and Clark expedi-
ton to this country. where they were
sent by President jefferson to investigate
the commercial and scientific conditions
of the country around the Missouri and
Columbia rivers
They left Washington July 5, 1903. and
with the establishment of the Astoria set
Element comJ-IIeted the chain of title to
the Pacific coast started by Captain Rob.
ert Gray when he entered the Columbia
river in 1892. The transcontinental trip