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Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
IN A STATE or SIEGE.
Five Hundred Shots Fired at Zelgler-Bil
Guns Used.

Benton, III. (SpeciaD .-Zeigler wa'
fired upon from shutdown to daylight
1t is estimated that no less than SOC
shots were fired at the town, four gat
ling guns being turned on in full force
The town was completely surrounded
and the firing came from every guar
ter Assista:l Adjutant General Reect
and the Car.,5Edalc Militia Company
arrived in Zeiglcr and General Recct
will remain several days to lnvcstl'
gate the situation. 1t is thought that
still more troops will be brought. Elk.
animation Of the ground showed that
the men who were firing have power.
full guns. They were Stationed from
one-half to three-quarters OF a mile
from the town. Almost bushel OF
empty shells of every size and make
were found III the woods. A trail Of
blood was found on rail fence, aud
from that it is supposed that at least
one person was wounded. Further
trouble is anticipated.
While martial law has not been de-
clared. the situation closely ap.
breaches it. No. one not properly
youcbcd for can enter the town. The
entire Letter tract OF land, containing
5000 acres. is to be put under mill
tary surveillance. The position taken
by the Franklin county officials is gen
erally approved.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
GOES INSANE IN CANAL ZONE.
American Mechanic Driven Crazy By Heat OF
Cu'ebra Cut.

New York (SpeciaD. - Among the
passengers WHO arrived on the Pana
ma Steamship Company's steamer Al
lanca here was an American mcchan
ic, whose mind had been affected by
the excessive heat in the canal zone.
The man was James Todriff. so years
old, whose home is in Chicago,
Two days of the trip the mans con-
dition was such that he was confined
TO his statcroom and closely guarded.
The remainder OF the trip he was
closely watched and guarded by menr-
bers Of the crew, but not made pTis-
oner.
The history Of Todrilf. as given
aboard the steamer. was that he ar
rived in Panama last summer IN
search OF employment. Being an eN-
perienccd mechanic. he obtained 4
position as boss steam driller in the
canal zone. He was stationed i'll the
Culebra cut, where the hardest and
most difficult engineering problem,
are to be worked out in the building
of the canal.
Two weeks ago Todrff was taken
III. and was advised by the Govern
ment doctors in Panama to return to
This country
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
AWFUL PLIGHT OF WINNEBAG0S.
Grand Jury's Report 0n the Nebraska
Indiauy.

Omaha, Neb. (SpeciaD-Ihe United
States Grat,d Jury, which ended it's
session Friday, made an extended re-
port on the condition OF affairs on
the Winnebago Indian reservation.
The report is addressed to United
States Judge Munger and recites
icplorabc state on the reservation.
1t states that thc-rcport is made on
the basis Of testimony given by Father
Schell, the priest who has recently
visited the President, and to NUM-
Der of other witnesses called by the
jury. In part, the report is as fol-
lows:
That large number OF the LOO
Wnnebago Indians are in a sad and
deplorable condition must be admit
ed. We believe that this unfortunate
condition has been largely brought
about by the unlawful sale of liQuo
to the Indians and their utter disre-
gard of any marriage ceremony. The
Homer saloonkeeper; and their Injiar
apartments. known as bull pens and
the professional bootlcggers and the
lawbreakers who made it impossible
to serve papers by a deputy marshal
without calling to his assistance all
unknown officer, have been given
thorough investigation, and we have
reported our findings to the court.
"The other cause Of decentralization
and which. from the testimony, is
growing worse from year to year, i:
the marriage relation. We understand
the United States hollis that as the
Winnebago Indian is now a citizen OF
Nebraska, the marriage question is
one that should be taken up by the
state. But the state does absolutely
nothing. It is evidence that the con-
ditions are growing worse and that
no legal marriages are celebrated
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
NATIONAL CAPITAL AFFAIRS.

President Roosevelt will visit Phil
adelphia on WashingtonS Birthday to
deliver an address before the students
of the University OF Pennsylvania.
Preliminary returns to the Chief OF
the Bureau OF Statistics, Department
of Agriculture, show total produc-
ton of cotton of I2,I62,ooo bales.
The American government is much
disappointed over the delay of the
decision of the Supreme Court OF
Venezuela in the asphalt case.
Senator Fairbanks is trying to bring
about another meeting OF the Cana
dian-American High Joint Commits
sion.
An investigation has been made OF
the alleged hold up of congressman
by the Rural Carriers Association.
President Roosevelt has appointed
Royal A. Gunnison, Of Binghamton,
to be United States marshal in Alas
ka.
President Roosevelt has decided to
appoint William r. Wilcox postmas-
ter of New York.
President Roosevelt informed a del
egation representing the Amalgamat-
ed Association of Iron, Steel and Tin
plate Workers that he could see no
way he could legally settle their
strike.
1t is not considered probable that a
vote will be reached on the case OF
Senator Smoot, of Utah, during the
coming session of the Senate.
The report of the Director OF the
Mint shows that the output at the
leading minis during the past year
was the largest on record.
Representative Brownlow. OF Ten
nessee, invited President Roosevelt tc
visit Johnson City, Tenn.
General Chaffce, chief OF staff. has
been appointed grand marshal OF the
inaugural parade.
The net cost of the Philippine ex-
hibit at the Worlds Fair was $ooo,o57
Commander Nugent. OF the British
gunboat Algerine, will receive watch
from the United States government
for rescuing 80 seamen of the Amer
can steamer Mineola.
Col. Wallace and other officers oil
the Seventh United States Cavalry
stationed at Fort Myer, Va, paid theli
respects to the president.
Til. annual report ct Commissioners
Tohn w. Yerkes, Of the Internal Rev
enue Bureau. shows that for the fsca
wear ended June 50, 1904, the receipt.
al the bureau were $z3z,oo4oo4.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
EDWARD L. VENTS ESTATE.
Young Man, Murdered ia South, Lett Most Of
il to Piancee.

Philadelphia (Speciai). - Auxiliary
letters Of administration were granted
by the Register of Wills in the estate
OF Edward /. Wentz. the wealthy
young Philadciphian. the mystery OF
whose death.in the mountains Of Viz,
ginia has never been cleared Up.
The estatefis variously estimated al
from $500, o6o to $500, 900. and the bulk
OF the property is left in trust for the
benefit of his Gancce, Cornelia Brook
mire. who lives in St. Louis.
The will provides that after the
death Of Miss Brookmirc the principal
OF the trust fund is to be paid to the
late Mr.. Wentz' two brothers, in equal
shares. but if dead, then TO their de-
scendants. If both die. leaving no
descendants, the principal is to revert
to Philips-Andover Academy, at An
dover. Mass.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
Invitations to Roosevelt.

Atlanta (SpeciaD.-An effort orig
mating here has been set on foot to
have the committees representing At
lanta, New Orleans, Mobile, Knox
vile and the National Manufacturers
Association, which have extended in
vitatons to President Roosevelt TO
visit the South, meet at All early date
in Washington formally to present the
invitation.
Louisville, Ky. (SpcciaD. - The
Board OF Trade passed resolution
inviting President Roosevelt to visit
Louisville when he makes his pro-
posed trip to Texas in the spring.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
HUSBAND SHOOTS FOUR PEOPLE.
Louis tlax.r Fires at Everyone He Sees Be-
cause His Wife Refused 10 Go With him.

Detroit. Mich. (Spccia) .-Enragcd
because his wife, who is suing HIM
for divorce. refused to allow him to
accompany her home from work, LOUIS
Haxer, aged about IS years, drew
revolver and began shooting at every
one in the bakery at Scott and Du-
bois streets. where his wife was en-
ployed.
Mrs. Adolph Schneider, wife OF Mrs.
Haxer's employer, was shot three
times through the chin. wrist and
shoulder, one bullet entering the back
of the shoulder and passing out
through the breast. Miss Tina Web
err a sister of Mrs. Schneider, was
shot through the chin.
Within half an hour after the two
women were shot Patrolman Peter
Redmond in attempting to arrest
Haxer, was shot through the chest.
and Harvey Thombley, II74 Gratiot
avenue, was shot in the side. though
not dangerously, when he ran to the
wounded officers assistance. Notwith-
standing his wound. which is likely
to prove fatal, Patrolman Redmond,
assisted by Patrolman Herman Selma
bel, succeeded in placing Haxer undev
arrest. The officers, having heard OF
the shooting in the bakery, were look
ing for Haxcr when they entered d
saloon at Gratiot avenue and Moran
street. Haxer saw them first, how
ever. and began shooting without a
word of warming.
The Haxcrs had been married SIX
years, but separated two years ago.
When Haxer began shooting his wife
saved herself by dropping behind the
bakery counter. Miss Weber was
shot for demonstrating with the en-
ragged husband, and Mrs. Schneider
was shot when she ran toward back
door. Haxer mistaking the fleeing wo-
man for his wife Meanwhile Mrs.
Haxcr, crouchcd, trembling, behind
the counter. She saw her husband
reload his revolver. but, thinking all
the women had fed, Haxer lett the
place as soon as he had reloaded.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
FIRE on THE PIKE.
Several Psyilions Burned, But Flremen Pre-
vent Spread Of Flames.

St. Louis Especially Fire broke out
in the attraction on the Worlds Fair
Pike known as "Quo Vadis" and
quickly spread to the Japanese pavil-
ion adjoining. A high north wind
was blowing and the sparks were
carried over the Exposition grounds
in the vicinity OF the main exhibit pal
aces.
IIagcnbach's animal show is just
across narrow exit way from the
Japanese pavilion, and it was at first
thought that the former was on fire.
A first alarm brought ont all tho
fire-hghting apparatus in the Worlds
Fair grounds, but it was soon seen
that the hremen would not be able
to cope with the flames. and it was
followed by second, third and then
a fourth alarm.
The financial loss is not great.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
BRAVE DEED RECOGNIZED.
American Watch to Be Presented TO British
Commander.

Washington, D. C. (SpeciaD.-Com-
mander Nugent, commanding the Brit
ish gunboat Algerine, will receive from
the American government handsome
gold watch as an evidence Of this gov
ernment's appreciation for his services
in rescuing 80 seamen of the crew OF
the American steamer Mineola, wreck
ed off Kamchatka The facts in the
case were reported to the State De-
partment by Mr. Griscom, the Amer
lean minister at Toxic, and the State
Department will ask the British gov
ernment for permission to present this
gift to Commander Nugent. Two
members OF the crew were Russians
who shipped from San Francisco. Ne
gotiations for their return were con-
Quoted by Mr.. Griscom.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
Forelgr.

Friends in Paris OF the Franco
American commercial treaty, which is
hung up in the United State Senate,
are agitating a renewal Of the nego-
tiationS, but there is reason to believe
that the officials arc not inclined to
again take up the treaty owing to the
opposition which it previously en-
countercd.
Six millions fewer bottles OF cham
payne were drunk in Germany dur
ing the first six months of the fiscal
year, from April II to September 81.
and 8oo,ooo,ooo fewer cigars were
smoked, as appears from the figures
which Finance Minister Won Stcngel
has just submitted to the Reichstag.
Several Americans have been vic
timized in the extensive trade i'll bo-
gus paintings in Paris.
Russian Minister Of the Interior
Prince Sviatopolk- Mirsky received a
dcputation of ZioniSts and informed
them that he sympathized with the
movement they represented and would
withdraw the government opposition
nllllSltO Sh'SluiS against IL III i\uS9Id'
The gold imports at Berlin from
England continue. although the rate
of exchange excludes any profit on
such transactions. The continuance
of the movement is attributed to
transfer Of Russian credits to Berlin,
The Municipal Council OF Paris has
authorized the concession of plot
Of ground on the border OF the
Champs de Mars for the site OF the
American National Art Institute.
In the Italian Chamber of Deputies
a member made violent attack upon
Austria AMI expressing his sympathy
with Italians still under the Haps'
burgs
The French Minister Of Justice has
appointed a commission to revise the
civil code. This will be the first COM
prehens!ve +eYsion since Napoleon
promulgated the code. in 1904.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
IS PEOPLE ARE INJURED
Fast Train Derailed on the Missouri
Pacific.
COACHES ROLL DOWN The BANK.
Accident Is Caused by q Broken Rail On
a Bridge, Which Projected From the Track
Eighty Of the Injured Seriously Hurt
Pullman Car Said to Have Tumbed lnto the
Greek Below.

Holden, Mo (SpecaD. - Missouri
Pacific passenger train No: I, west
bound from St. Louis to Kansas City.
due here at a o'clock P. NJ. was
wrecked at the waterwork5 bridge
two miles east of here. resulting III
the injury OF about IS passengers, &c
Of whom were seriously injured.
The accident was caused by brok-
en- rail, which projected from the
track. catching the first coach behind
the mail car, throwing it from the
track down a 2o-foot embankment ana
causing two other coaches, Pullman
and the diner, to follow it, The brok-
en- rail was on the bridge and the rear
Pullman rolled off the bridge into the
creek below and the passengers IN
side were all seriously injured:
Two old ladies imprisoned IN this
car were taken out at the top, after
holes had been made with axes. Inc
engine, two baggage cars and the
mail car passed the bridge in safety
and remained on the track. but al
the remainder OF the train was de-
rallied.
There was 30 members of the War
rensburg Lodge, Knights OF Pythias
on the wrecked train. and few OF
them escaped injury.
St. Louis (SpeciaD 1t was stated
at the general Offices of the Missouri
Pacific Railroad that there were nc
fatalities in the wreck near Holden
Mo. From reports received from the
crew in charge of the wrecked tram
the accident was caused by brokei
rail, the train leaving the track, but
it is asserted not going through
bridge.
Kansas City, Mo. (SpccialD,-A re.
lief train which went from here to The
scene of the wreck, returned late al
night, bringing many of the injured
to the Missouri Pacific Hospital ant
other hospitals in this city.
The wreck occurred ID miles wes'
of Dead Mans Curve. near Warrens
burg, where the worst wreck in the
history of the Missouri Pacific Rail
way happened in October. when 81
persons lost their lives.
Supposition has it that orders were
given the train crew at Centcrview
to stop at the waterworks bridge OF
account of broken rail there. L
seems that the train was behind th'
schedule time, and this order was MOI
needed When the heavy passenger
train, running at high rate OF speed
struck this bridge, striking the broker
rail, which turned and projected iron
the ground, there was a trcmendou:
crash and three coaches, the dine
and the sleeper were hurled down al
cmbankment 20 feet high, and the las
car was thrown into stream OF wa
ter. carrying the bridge with it, Ran
| road physicians were summoned tt
the scenc at once, and they workc'
| for hours upon the wounded. wht
were taken to nearby houses.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
bUBLE WITH PANAMA OVER.
y Taft Settles All Diiferences-Mls'
sion Successful

ma (By Cable). - The differ
between the United States and
a, which made necessary the
I Secretary OF War Taft to the
ls, were settled by the issuance
executive order signed by Sec.
Taft, for President Roosevelt,
scented to in letter by Presi-
Amador, OF Panama.
order provides that no trade for
anal zone or the Republic OF
pa can enter the ports cstab-
by the United States at either
bf the canal. supplies for the
|ruction of the canal and articles
|nsit being excepted. This turns
customs receipts of these ports
to the government of Panama.
hama agrees to reduce her tariff
IS per cent. al valorem to 10
.cnt. This reduction applies tc
pods except wines, liquors, alco-
nd opium. Panama also agrees
duce her consular fees and port
.cs to 60 per cent. OF the rates at
Mt charged.
pol was carried in June, but the
re OF the Malakoff tower did not
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
Gastonla Bank 10 Trouble.

Charlotte, N. C. (Special. - The
CORPORATION Commission ordered State
Bank Examiner Ellington to take
charge of the Gastonia Banking Com
pany, a State institution, until a re-
ceiver is appointed, the appointment
being requested Immediately. J. F.
Love is president and Joseph A. Page
cashier. The capital stock is $780,
600; total resources and liabilities,
sae1.ooo: due deposfors, $4,000.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
Cotton Mills In Full Blast

Macon, Ga (SpeciaD.--A special to
the Telegraph from Gainesville, Ga.
says that the Pacolet Cotton Mills, al
New Holland, and the Gainesville Cot
ton Mills are now running full time,
employing nearly 1000 hands and con-
Stunning about 100 bales of cotton per
day. The force OF hands is, however
not yet complete, but agents are
securing the country for additional
aid. which is rapidly being secured.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
Duel on Engine.

Winder, Ga. (SpcciaD.-Will Thom-
as a negro fireman, and Jim Bras
man, a negro brakeman, fought duel
to the death i'll the engine cab OF a
fast freight train on the Seaboard Air
Line. The train was running toward
A tank at 40 miles an hour whcr
Brasman began throwing coal at
Thomas. Thomas stuck his knife i'll
to Brasman, and the latter pulled a
pistol and fired several times. inlict-
inc death wound upon Thomas.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
FINANCIAL

The net earnings for Io4 railroads
for September increased S+411 900.
Union Pacific, it appears, has gotten
certain control of the Chicago Great
Western Railroad.
Philadelphia trust companies own
81. 300 600 worth Of securities and the
national banks own $5o,ooo,oo
Il is figured out that the assets Ct
tie Susquehanra Iron & Steel Com
pauy are $358,34o in excess If its la
biiities.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
|SED WHILE ASLEEP
ncircle Japanese Battery and
Capture Guns.
70 BURY The DEAD.
assation of flostilities at Port
issiau Officers Figuring on How
Ter the Garrison Can Hold Out
Russia Raising Hundreds Of
ar Funds.

Siege guns bombarded vii
led by the Japanese to the
railroad, near Shakhc Sta
friday, and a force of Cos
PriseI the Japanese while
flrcied a battery and cap
It guns. According to a
pm Mukden, General Rem
Cossacks continue their
the Japanese, and have
prisoners,
armisticc between the
pit Port Arthur was de-
eccmbcr 2. for the pur-
ing the dead. 1t lasted
pt six hours. An official
pm general staff likens
Ut Port Arthur since the
1.-THE Japanese Of 2o3-Meter
what occurred at SebastO-
last outer defense at Sc
three months afterWard.
panese Parliament Premier
Hgratulated the army ant
their successes, and eX-
kathy for the soldiers ant
we're first submitted tc
and then to freezing
reign Minister said the
people and their mill
ere undiminishei. The
tailed $39o,ooo,ooo, in
mous expense Of tht
about negotiating ad
ggregating 100000,
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
Was IOl and Never Sick.

Louisville (SpeciaD. - James w.
Hendricks, the oldest and one of the
best-known men in Louisville. died at
the age OF loI years. Mr.. Hendricks
had never been sick day, had never
spent q cent for medicine, nor CON
suited physician. He took his regu-
lar walk Tuesday, but suffered a
stroke of paralysis soon after he re-
turned home. Six Of his graadch!l-
dren will act as his pallb'earers
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
Wheat Damaged By Droutb.

Columbus, o. Especially. - Reports
from all over the state show that the
young wheat is badly damaged by the
drouth. With winter at hand, the
farmers and grain dealers say the out
look is the most discouraglng tor
years. In Licking county farmers are
compelled to drive stock miles to
streams of running water, as hundred
Of wells have gone dry.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
Fireworks Plant Burned.

New York (SpcciaD "A picturesque
fire, accompanied by many explosions
destroyed three buildings of the Nord-
linger- Charlton Fireworks Company in
Graniteville, Staten Island. Joseph
Parker, fireman, had an eye put out
by a skyrocket stick. An explosion
in the main storehouse OF the COM
pany started the flames. which spread
quickly to three other buildings. all
of which were filed with fireworks.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
Union Miners Deported.

Telluride. Col. (SpcciaD. - Eight
union miners who had returned to this
CITY since the strike was called off,
were placed aboard the outgoing
train by Acting City Marshal Geyer
and deputies who had arrested them:
and who ordered them to stay away
from this district,
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
Three Killed and a Score Injured.

olmmbus. Ind. Especially. - While
hing so miles an hour northbound
, benger train No. Fl, on the Penn
ania Road, ran into a construc-
train about two miles north of
city, instantly killing three train
IN, fatally injuring at least one 9th
! and infcting slight injuries upon
score OF passengers. The passen-
coaches did not leave the track,
d none Of the passengers was badly
,roJ
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
5rise japanese Camp.

guns bombarded vii
I'd by the Japanese to
The railroad, and early next
the west of the railroad
|eks- routed the Japanese
diatoun and captured eight
5 brilliant action, described
Esc who, dressed as a Cos
Icipatcd in the attack, is as
volunteers were called for
infantry regiments, every
bcd forward, and the Cos
horuS asked not to be left
hen the little party was
The order was given to de-
o'clock in the morning, and
i len advanced with extreme
md in dead silence. some
wiling and sometimes run
he party divided and attack
japanese position from two
fhe japanese were sound
Id did not even have time
cry before all was over.
we advanced and soon saw,
5 the outline of a battery
Japanese were asleep except
les. We euciycled the bat
attacked from the rear. The
had not expected such all
and sudden attack, and
Don CossackS charged on
"a, followed by chasseurs on
Japanese were badly scared
ic to realize what was hap
They rushed, half dressed
If tents, only to be receive
5 and bayonets. The fight
ly a few minutes, when the
mp broke and fed in a wild
wing eight guns in Our hands.
no losses and only one man
fly wounded. The Japanese
lst IS dead and probably as
re were wounded"
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1904-12-09
Wealthy Planter Killed.

Memphis, Tenn. (SpeciaD.-A spe-
El to the Commercial Appeal from
hmner, Miss, says that Smith Muir
by, one of the richest planters in
C Mississippi Delta. was killed there
\ Terry Robinson. also wealthy
liter. The killing, 1t is SAID, is the
u Of ar - teud. c5iairhNng sew
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