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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
$500. 900 AT STAKE.
Remarkable Suit Which Has Been
 Redun i'm Chicago.

Chicago, June 25.-A remarkable suit at law to determine the final dis position of the $5OO,OOO estate of the late Thomas M. Jordan of the Chicago board of trade, has been begun before Judge Marcus Kavanaugh in the su- perior court
 The suit comes as an entire surprise to the widow of Jordan and to the other heirs. It was brought by George Crychton Miln of London, once pastor of Unity church in Chicago and later Shakespearan actor. Jointly with his wife. Louise Jordan Miln, who is B daughter of the dead board of trade man.
 MT Mfln was the pulpit successor of the Rev Robert Oollyer. His wife has made a name as an English novelist.
 During the last week the Milns, ac- companied from London by an Eng fish barrister, Henry Wellington Wack, have been in Chicago engaged in an examination of court records re- lating to the management of the es- tate in question by Mrs Annie B.. Jordan, widow of the capitalist.
 Based on this investigation, sensa- tional charg& are to follow in the courts, regarding an alleged attempt to deprive the Milns of the share of the Jordan estate allotted to the daughter by will, colIusion and alleg- ed conspiracy discovered by chance by the defendants
 Tn substance the plaintiffs charge that for sixteen years the income from the Jordan estate has not been right fully distributed and the sums of money fnv-ua Y,f7GaH rn117 1tIainort<S + 4I, <, daughter in London have been fnsig- hificant compared to those to which she was rightfully entitled.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
MERRY GRADUATES.
Reception at atLeavenworth Halh Ous-,
 ing to COmpeunce Monday.


 Ing to COmp@unce Monday.
 The members of the class ofsE19O4 of the Waterbury High school raisfriends made merry in LeavenwoQ.th haII last night, the occasion being the olaes re- cept1on and dance. About forty con- pies were present and enjoyed dancing. me light fantastic step Curing part or the evening while at other times tney listened to addresses by members or the class and teachers.
 The hall was prettily decorated for the occasion, potted plants and ferns being so disposed about the hall as to' make the scene attractive. The school colors, blue and white, were mucn sal evidence
 During the evening Principal $. w.. WiIby was presented with a handsomel stick pin by the members of the claas| as token Of their esteem for hirn. The presentation speech was mate hyl the class president Wilfred ID. Booth. and Mir WiIby made some very inter- esting remarks in accepting the gift Tn behalf of the members of the sing. ing class David J Bolger presented Miss Katherine Gloster, supervisor Of music. with beautiful brooch, In the center Of which was a Ere opal. Miss GIoster made a suitable response Se- lections were rendered by the double quartet
 It was delightful dance and all present spent a very pleasant evening The committee which so ably arranged the dance consisted of Irving Miller, John SpeIlman, Nora Altman, Anna Kfrsch5aum and Lillian Wiener.
 x14- will enjoy an outing to Lake Com Do1Inco nexf Monx1ay
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
CANNON NOT ILL;
 TOUCH OF MALARIA

Chicago, June 25.-A dispatch to the Tribune from Danville, III, says. Just a little touch Of malaria contracted at Springfield during the state conven. tion," declared Speaker Joseph c. Can non, when questioned at his home re- garding reports that he is seriously ill
 T expect" he said, Ito take a sea voyage about July 9 with my daughter for the benefit of my health We shall not remain on the other side long, but will return perhaps on the same ship''
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
RUSSIANS LOSING HEART.

New Chwang. June 24 1O D. m.). via messenger to Koupantze.- The Rus sians seem unable to reform their plans which have been upset by Gen. eral Kuroki, and are losing interest and heart in the struggle The local censor is not passing any communica- tions The secret police are extra dili- gent and 1t is extremely hazardous to attempt to send out uncensored dis patches.
 New Chwang is filled with TumorS of more fighting 10 the southWard. The reports come from native sources. A
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
TO HOLD JOINT SESSION.

Cripple Greek, Col, June 25. Secre- tary Arthur Francis of the Trans Mis- sissippi Commercial congress has is- sued the call for the annual conven- ton to be held at St Louis September 1O-17. It is estimated that 2,0OO del egates will be in attendance 4 movement is now on foot among off, cers of the congress and of the Ma tional Irrigation congress to hold a Joint session.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
WAS SET ON FIRE.
$500, ,OOO Blaze in the Cleveland Lnm-
 Der District To-Day.

Cleveland, O., June 25.-Fire, sup posed to have been of incendiary origin, to-day caused losses aggregating $3OO,OOO in the lumber district along the river front. Several acres covered with big lumber piles were swept by the flames. The fire broke out in the box factory of J. N. Hahn Go and, famed by a stiff breeze, rapidly spread to the lumber yards of the Nicela, Stone & Meyers Go, and the Guy ~ Ralph Gray Go At one time the fire threatened to wipe out the entire lum- Der district and every available engine and fire boat was called into service. Several vessels lying at docks in the vicinity were towed away just in time to escape destruction.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
FOUND DEAD TO-DAY.

New York, June 25.-Mrs Mary Hinchman, who suddenly disappeared from her family's summer home at Sound Beach, Conn, was found dead in her home in Brooklyn to-day. There was bullet hole in her head and her lips were burned with carbolic acid and by her side was found a revolver and half emptied phial of acid She had been dead two days. The rela- tives of the dead woman are unable to account for her act
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
BOTH ARE DEAD.
Brothers Electrocuted hy Wire Run-
 ing Through Cherry Tree.

Lancaster, Pa, June 25.-Two brothers, Benjamin and Edwin Gosh key, aged respectively 24 and 21 years, have been electrocuied at their home near Wabank, this county, while picking cherries. A wire carrying a current for arc lights guns through the limbs of the tree. Benjamin climbed the tree to pick some fruit when he was suddenly seen to fall, catching on limb below. His broth CT went to bis assistance, and when he touched Benjamin's body he was thrown to he ground. He survived but a short time. Benjamin was dead when taken from the tree.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
THE GOULDs DEPART.

New York, June Among the pas sengers on the American line steamer St Louis which sailed to-day for Southampton, Plymouth and Cher bourg, were Mir and Mrs George J. Gould and their daughter Marjorie, Reginald de Koven and Rev B. D. Nor Tis of Columbus, o.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
SULTAN WILL MAKE
 COMPLETE RESTITUTION

Paris, June 25. A dispatch to the foreign office from Constanttnople to- day announced that the sultan signed an trade yesterday evening approving the porte's decision to make complete restitution and redress to the porse- cuted Armenians. The sultan's reluet- ant yielding is believed to be due to his desire to forestall the internation- al convention in behalf of Armenia which is announced to assemble in London June 20.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
TO cuRTAIL OUTPUT.

Tacoma, Wash, June 25.-The Pa cific Coast Lumber Manufacturers as- sociafion has decided to recommend curtailment of the output of all mills in the state, business interests demand ing it, owing to the condition of the market.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
GAVIN FOR CLERK.

St Louis, June 25.-The Hon c. J. Gavin of New Mexico has been ap- pointed reading clerk of the democrat ic national convention. One of his qualifications is the marvellous voice which he possesses. It is believed that every person in the hall will be able to hear MT Gavin.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
DIED FROM PARALYSIS.

Vernon, widely known among college men, because of his work In the inter- est of the Greek letter societies, is dead at his home in Brooklyn, from paralysis He was 49 years old, and was graduated from Yale in 1875.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
CASHIER RESIGNS
 INVESTED POORLY

Saratoga, June 25.-John H. De Ridder, cashier of the Citizens Nation al bank resigned hiss position today. Recent investments by him have caused losses to the bank amounting to between $55,O0O and $85,O00 The stockholders have assessed themselves one hundred per cent and it is believ- ed the bank will be able to continue business
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
MORTON is CONGRATULATED.

New York, June 25. President Paul Morton, of the Atchison. Topeka x Santa Fe railroad, just named secre- tary Of the navy by President Roose- welt, has started for his nome in Chi cago after a few hours spent in this city on his way from Washington. He was warmly congratulated by fellow railroad officials upon his appointment.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
KENT LOOMS IS
 STILL MISSING

Paris, June 25.The whereabouts of Kent J. Loomis. brother of the American assistant secretary of state, who disappeared from the steamer Kaiser Wilhelm Second, at Plymouth on June 20, still remain a mystery. The police department has been noti- fled and are making inquiries through out the country.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
FOUND ON THE TRACKS.
Body of Man Badly nangled Picked
 Up at Norwich.

Norwich, June 5.A mans body horribly mangled was found on the tracks of the Central Vermont rail- road, above this city to-day. The only articles found in his clothing were a switchman's key and piece of paper on which was written the name A. G.. Vienal. The man undoubtedly fell off the night train. The switch key might indicate that he was a railroad man, but it will not fit any of the rail- road locks hereabout.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
SHERIFF AND POSSE
 FIGHTIN CFOR LIVES

Jackson, Ky, June 25.-Sheriff Calla- han and posse of men allied with the Hargis feudists, are surrounded by a number of the Cockrill factionists in the mountains near this city and fight ing for their lives. It is reported that two Of the sheriff's men have been mor- tally wounded. They were in pursuit Of two men who shot and killed Mack White.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
ALL UNDER ARMS.

Ta-Tche-Kiao (between Kai- Chou and HaiCheng). Liao Tung Peninsula, June 22.-Te Japanese forces are twelve miles from Port Arthur, the whole male population of which, from the age of 15 upwards, is under arms The women are assisting in the work of completing the defenses Civilian cyclists occasionally establish com munication with the outside world.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
CASE CONTINUED AGAIN.

Meriden. June 25.-The case against Martin J. Hanlon, the labor leader who was first charged with criminal libel, but which complaint was later changed to breach of the peace, was continued in the city court this morn ing until July 1.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
ROUTED RUSSIANS.

London, June 25.-The Japanese le- gation received a dispatch this after noon from Tokio announcing that a detachment of the Taku Shan army surprised and routed squadron of Russian cavalry ten miles northwest of Kao Row, at dawn of June 23, and also occupied the heights north there of. The Russians were aE expelled and left 60 dead on the field.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
DOWIE IS BACK.
zien City Leader and His Son Arrived
 in New York To-Day.

New York, June 25.-Dr John Alex ander Dowie, the leader of the Zion City, III, settlement, and his son, Dr A. J. Gladstone Dowie, were passen- gers on the steamer Lucania which ar rived to-day from Liverpool and Queenstown. Dr DoWie said he would be at Carnegie hall tomorrow night.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
DRAMATIC CRITIC DEAD.

London. June Excitement Scott, the dramatic critic. died in London this morning after prolonged illness. A matinee was given at His Majesty's theater Thursday at which $6250 was netted for MT. Scott. who was in some what straitened circumstances.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
KING ON BOARD.

Kiel, June 25.- The royal yacht Vic. toria and Albert with King Edward on board entered the Holtenau lock, at the mouth of the Baltic canal, this after noon. amidst salutes from the assem- bled German warships.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
HOUSE DIVIDED.

Ottawa, June 25.-The house early to-day divided on a motion to censure the Hon Sydney Fisher, minister of agriculture, for the infusion of politics into military affairs on dismissal of Lord Dundonald The vote was 42 for and 84 against censure.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
OYAMA's APPOINTMENT.

Tokio June 25 q D. m)-The sta.- was incorrect. He is appointed to the armies in Manchur1a This command does not include the forces in Korea.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25

Washington, June 25.-The present warm wave will be broken in the lower Ohio valley and western lake region tonight; in the upper Ohio val ley and the eastern lake region Sun day, and in the Middle Atlantic states and western New England by Sunday night, and will be followed by two or three days of moderate temperatures.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
DON CARLOS s SON.

New Chwang, June 25.-Don Jaimie, son of Don Carlos, the Spanish pre- tender; who has accompanied the Rus sians, arrived here yesterday and went to the front.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
CORRESPONDENT TURNS UP.

Washington, June 25. Minister Gris- com, at Tckio. cabled the state depart ment to-day that Hector Fuller, the war correspondent who was reported lost has returned to Che Foo
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
TO GREET FAIRBANKS.

Chicago, June 25.-Senator Fair banks, ce-presidential nominee, left for his home in Indianapolis to-day, where. a great demonstration will be held in his honor tonight.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
WEATHER FORECAST

Forecast for Connecticut: Local showers tonight. Sunday fair in south portion; local showers in. north DOT ton; cooler in northwest portion Sun day light. to fresh southwest to west winds.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
srREBT OARS COLLIDE.

Chicago, June 2bs-Hleven personS were badly injured and many more slightly hurt in a collision of street cars to-day. It is believed that the brakes or,< one or more of the cars were defective
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-06-25
WORLDS FAIR HANDICAP.

St Louis, June 25.-The worlds fair S5o.O00 handicap which is worth to the winner 10000 will be decided this af- ternoon over track in good condi- ton.
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Central College.

On Saturday evening was given the
second recital by candidates for grad
lation with the class Of 1904, Central
College, School of Music. Upon this
Miss Oma Culbertson of
Elsberry, Mo, presented the follow
ing ambitious and highly artistic
program:
l. Sonata, F. minor Beethoven
a, Allegro.
b. Adagio.
G. Allegretto (MinuettO.)
d. Prestissimo.
2.
a. Les Willis Ohaminade
b. Berceuse Thome
c. Arabesque Andres
3.
a. Impromptu, G Flat, Chopin
b. Nocturne, G major, Chopin
c. Grand Polonaise, A Flat
Chopin
a. Hark! Hark! the Lark
Schubert Liszt
b. Rhapsodie Hongroise No. 2.
LlSZb
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Death of an Old Resident.

Died, Saturday morning at i
O'Clock, at his home near town,
Barley, aged 86 years. He
had been in feeble health for years
and was unable to successfully COM
bat the ravages of that dread disease,
pneumonia, when it attacked him a
few days ago. Mr.. Barley bad lived
here for than half century and was
one Of the oldest and most respected
citizens in the entire community. He
was carpenter by trade and until
his failing health prevented any
further active active part in business,
was the partner of Mr.. T. Bandon.
For many years he has been an active
worker in the Presbyterian church Of
which he was the oldest deacon.
Augustus Barley was one Of the
twenty children of Mr.. and Mrs. John
Barley. He was the last survivor. He
was born in Winchester, Virginia
where he lived until the early 4O's
when he moved to Lexington, Ken
tucky. In 1912 or ls43 be united with
the Presbyterian church during a re-
vival held by the famous DR.. Nathan
Hall. In 1S45 he was united in mar
riage with Miss Fannie Weaver, who
survives him. In 1851 he and his
wife moved to this city, 10 1862
they moved to their present residence
in the south suburbs of town, where
they have lived ever since, During
the civil war both Mr. and Mrs. Bar.
ley were known for their sympathies
with and active aid given to the
confederate soldiers
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Death Of A. W. Saudring.

Died, Monday afternoon at S.15
O'Clock, at his home on Eighth street,
A. W. Sandring, aged 80 years, 10
months and . days.
Albert W. Sandrlng was born April
q, 1864, in Magdeburg, SaxOny. In
1882 he moved with his parents to
America. Shortly afterwards be
located in this city where he learned
the marble business with the late
John Goehner. In 1892 he bought
the business from Mr.. Goehner, in
which be has been engaged ever since.
In 1895 he was united 10 marriage
with Miss Alvena Winkler, daughter
OF Mr.. Fred Winkler OF this city. His
wife, with a seven year old son,
Arthur, survives him. Mr.. Sandring
was one of Lexingtons most success
ful bushes men. He belonged to the
Elk and Woodmen of the World
lodges, of which organizations he was
an honored and respected member.
Mr.. Sandring leaves besides his
wife and child, his mother, whose
home is in Firma, Mo, and two sis
ters, Mrs. Antonia Stallfort of Santa
Anna, Cal, and Mrs. Lillian Morrow
Of st. Louis
The funeral was from the family
residence Thursday afternoon at 2.30
clock The services were conducted
at the house by Rev H. NJ Lesock
and at the cemetery by the Woodmen
of the World.
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Bnrruss.McReynolds.

A quiet wedding took place at the
home of the brides parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. f G. McReynolds, Thursday,
February Is, at p. M, the contract
ing parties being their only daughter,
Miss Virginia Bell, and Mr. Sewell
Burruss, oi Miami, Rev. Geo. Plat
tenburg officiating.
The little company that witnessed
the nuptials were: the immediate rel
atives, misses Lucy, Camille, and Flora
Burruss, John and Frank Burruss. of
M ami sisters and brothers of the
groom; relatives of this city present
were J d. Fristoe and son, j D,
Jr; Mrs Mary B. Harvey and son,
Hubert.
Following were the guests outside
the family: L, d. Hicks. wife and
daughter, Miss Stella; Mrs Cochran
and daughter, Ruth; ] E. McAms,
wife and daughter, Miss Kate, and
son, Guy; Thomas Boatright and wife;
DR.. D G Gore, Misses Maud Bryant
and Ella Goodson.
The bride swas beautiful in hand
some toilet of cream crepe de chine
elaborately finished with cream lace
and chiffon. The going away gown
was dark navy blue cheviot trimmed
in white applique with hat and glove:
ensuit.
Mr.. and Mrs. Burruss left on the
4 O'Clock G. & A. for Kansas City
where they will be for a few days
after which they will be at home fol
the present to their friends in Mar
shall at the home Of the bridet
parents, 527 North Jefferson Ave,
The bride is deseryedly popular il
the social circles of Marshall and /,
loved by all who know her, ant
she and the husband Of her choice arr
from old and prominent Saline count!
families, and the young couple hay,
the congratulating os large circle o
] friends. Democrat. N NeWs.
The bride is possibly more widel,
connected in Lafayette county than il
Saline. On her fathers side she ISL
great granddaughter Of Mrs. Name.
| Cooper; on the maternal side, a grea
granddaughter Of Washington John
son.
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posed the receiving liue: Misses Ber-
tina Cunningham, Hattie Gordon,
Agnes Wilson, Lillian Fulkerson,
Virginia Winn, Hazel Gregg, Ella
Cockrell, Claire Webster, Quindara
Jones and Bessie Campbell. 10 this
line mingled Intellectual and musical
attainment, charming dignity, beauty
and grace in varying proportions, and
the philosophical observer gazing
upon this fair line, felt satisfaction
in drawing to this conclusion: that
while the first attribute was in evil
dence, the others we're in no degree
lacking.
Several of the young ladies had the
pleasure of friends and relatives from
their distant homes on this occasion,
and very pleasant feature of the
evening it was to meet with a mother
or brother thus entering into the
college life of the dear one.
The refreshment room with its
oriental draperies and japanese access
ories was a popular resort during
most of the evening, where delight
full collation. was served.
no an artists eye the many fresh
young faces and beautiful evening
gowns would certainly have afforded
much suggestive material for his art;
and surely "the greatest Southern
gentleman THE father Of his coun,
try-would have felt it a pleasure to
move in so delightful a company,
could a leave of absence from the
Elyslan Fields have been granted
him.
The writer can testify that the
Lexington gentlemen present as
guests fully appreciated the privilege:
OF the evening
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Sans SOuci Club.

Miss Mary Andrecn pleasantly en-
tertained the Sans Souci club SatuF-
day afternoon at 2 O'Clock, at the
residence Of her parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. Oscar Andreen on South street.
The feature Of the afternoon was
progressive high five. Misses Airline
Burden, Myrtle Terhune and Annie
Hooten tied for first prize. On cut
ting the cards the first prize, a beau
tiful medallion, went to Miss Airline
Burden and the second a dainty pin
tray, to Miss Terhune. The conso.
ation prize was won by Miss Carrie
Field. During the afternoon refresh
ments In two courses were served.
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Death Of Henry EIlnt.

Died, Sunday, February 81, 1904 at
the home of his sister, Mrs George
Zeiler, in Kansas City, Henry Flint,
aged So.
Henry Flint was the son of Henry
and Ellen Flint. He was born in
Lexington, Jan. 6, 1S4S. He lived
in this city for many years and O in
recent years has made his home w.
his sister, Mrs. Zeiler. in Kansas City.
Many of Lexington's old citizens re-
member Mr.. Flint, who was timer
by trade, and viii all learn of his
death with the deepest regret.
The following sisters survive Mr..
Flint; Mrs George zeiler Of Kansas
City; Mrs c, F Storaudt, Of Mar
shall and Mrs Laura W. Page and
Mrs John Taubman Of this city.
The remains arrived Monday morn
iug from Kansas city accompanied by
Mrs Zeier and Misses Winnie and
Lena Page, and was taken to the
residence Of Mr. John Taubman on
College street, from where the fuuer-
was held that afternoon at 4
O'Clock, conducted by Rev. J. W
Howell.
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Mesdames j, h. Moorehead j, Ii.
Campbell Geo. Fl. Stier, r. N. Cook,
and e. W. White returned home
Saturday evening from Fulton where
they have been attending house
party given by Mrs. e W. jameson
All Of the ladies report a most enjoy
able time aud are profuse in their
compliments Of Mrs. jameson as =
hostess.
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Senior Reception.

! The evening OF Washington'S birth
fday was the occasion Of one of the
most brilliant functions Of the season,
the seniors reception Of Lexington
College,
The rooms ana halls In their beauti-
fnl decorations made an appropriate
setting for this gathering Of youth
and beauty. The profusion and frag-
rance Ct palms and flowers on every
side, and the orchestra's inspiring
strains made it scene Of enchaut-
ment.
The following young ladies COM
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Civ Ticket.

AT a mass meeting OF citizens Of
Hlgginsvlle Monday night the follow
ing citizens ticket was nominated;
For mayor, Dan Hoefer; for police
Judge, ]. e. Rigg; for marshal, John
FOrtner.