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The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16
Ordered Sold nt Auction.

Richmond, Va, July 15.-An order has been entered by Judge Waddill of the United States Court directing the receiver of the Blackstone and South ern Railway to sell the property, fran chise. and all pertaining thereto. at public auction. It was said to-day that the liabilities of the company would reach about s60,000 and assets consist of the charter for the enterprise. about five miles of graded railway and near ly a mile of track.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16
HENRY CLAY AND PARKER.

Letter of the One Like the Telegram
 of the Other. Washington Post.
 A generally forgotten episode in our political history has been recalled to my mind by the action of Judge Par ker in sending his now famous dispatch to the St. Louis Convention.
 In 1S44 the issue of that campaign was the annexation of Texas. It was the predominant issue in the South, where the extension of slave territory
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16
FITzsIMMoNs ARRESTED.
Lion Cub the Cause of the Pugilist's
 DfacOm fiture.

New York, July 15.-Robert Fitzsim- mons, the pugilistShas spent two hours under arrest in a Coney Island police station because he refused to return to the proprietor of an animal show a small lion cub asserted by the com plainant to have been taken without his consent. Fitz's friends finally ap- peared and arranged bond of $1,000 pending a settlement of the case.
 Fitz recently visited the animal show with several other men, includ- ing one of the proprietors of the place. While they were looking about a lion cub escaped from its cage and the pu gilist after a lively chase captured it. He exhibited so much interest in the animal that the manager told him to take it home. When the rightful own CT demanded its return, Fitz refused, and his arrest followed
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16
Ilie Lampkia mare by Eclectic,

Allie Lampkia mare by Eclectic,
 Time, 2:s7; 2:ss i-2.
 Essie. mare by Hummer
 (WOO0S) ..s..s.'sS l Geo. McGregor, (Watermon) ..3 2
 Time, 2:22 1-2; 2:29; 2:27.
 A good many people, not under standing why Ben Butterworth was cised. He made this statement:
 GAS I have been asked by a great many people why Ben Buttcrworth was drawn (the starter failed to give ex- cuse). I wish you would state that the horse was injured by the fall and un- able to go fast mile. He is not seri- ously hurt. but bruised pretty badly. I think this explanation Is due Mi. Bowling, also the good horse"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16
A RInnhIesn DneI.

Paris. July 15.-A duel was fought today by Francis DePressenZ. socialist deputy. and, Louis LuTien. radical dep uty, the outcome of vehement dis pute in the corridors of the chamber of deputies Wednesday night. in the course of which epithets were ex- "black guard" Only two shots were fired neither deputy was injured.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16
TO BE BURIED IN TRANsvAAL.
England Consents to Interment of Kru

England Consents to Interment of Kru-
 gers Body There.
 London, July 15.-At meeting of the Privy Council today at Buckingham Palace. at which King Edward presid- ed, the request of the relatives of the late MT. Kruger, former President of the South African Republic. for the interment of his remains in the Trans vaal was considered and 1t was sub sequently announced that desired per mission had been telegraphed to Clar- ems. Switzerland where MT. Kruger died yesterday, through the British Minister at Berne.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16
The appointment of George F. B

The appointment of George P. Bow erman as Librarian of the Public Li- brary of the District of Columbia is announced. Mir. BowermaR was for mcrIy connected with the editorial staff of the New York Tribune. For four years he has been Librarian of the Wilmington (Del) Institute Free Li- 5rary School at Albany.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16
Change on Rock IsIana.

UkIahoma CIty, July 15.-Announce- ment was made today by the Rock Isl- and of the transfer of Division Super intendent W. F. Whittenton from Ok lahOma to the Arkansas Division. D. A. Merrill of the North Dakota division succeeds MT. Whittenton, with head auarters here.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16
Bank President Under Arre.t.

Oklahoma City, July 15.-Willlam Kennedy. President of the defunct Citizens Bank at Enid. was arrested there today, charged with making false statements of the banks condition. He entered a plea of not. guilty and was placed under bond of $6.O00.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16
Legislation for Safer Train Service

Chicago. July l5.-The horror of the deaths of the Doremus Sunday School picnickers in the Glenwood train wreck has already met response at a meeting of the City Council. The Aldermen unanimously adopted a resolution call ing for State Legislation to regulate the running of excursion and picnic trains with more regard for the safety of life
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16

The Sultan has just issued an iradO rorbidding the further wearing of red 5louses by American women. It is bought that the objection is not so much aesthetic as political The blouse yearers are supposed to be recalling he massacre of their fellow-Chris- ian.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16
Hon A. S. Lyons Elected.

At the regular monthly meeting of the General Council held tonight, Hon. A. S. Lyons. Councilman from the Third Ward was unanimously chosen chair man to succeed Hon. P. J. Lyons, who. by the death of Mayor Mclean. became chief executive of the city. The Council disposed of considerable amount of routine business.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16

Something like 2.500.Oo0 alligators have been killed along the coast of Florida in the past dozer or so years. They are becoming more scarce every year and complete extermination Is thratened unless the law makes a "close season." me alligator grows as long as he lives and is usually about 75 years old before he attains twelve feet
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16
Canada,s Trade With Mexico

Mexico City July 15.-The Canadian Commercial Club has been formed here for the purpose of encouraging trade with Canada. The efforts of the Can adians to promote trade with Mexico are cordially seconded by the govern ments of the countries.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16
MnhiIe snciety News.

A small coterie of bridge lovers en- jcyed a delightful evening with MT. and Mrs. Charles Gazzam tonight, be- ing asked to meet Miss Harris of Mem- phis. Mrs Gazzams well known hos pitality was enjoyed by MT. and Mrs. Harry Donald, MT. and Mrs. Henry Hall Jr, Mrs Joseph Hodgson, Misses Harris. Mollie Irwin, Ethel Hodgson, and Messrs F. Walker, w. M. Mar Sban and R. Moore,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16
The Drnyer nt GaIyeston,

Galveston, Tex. July 15.--The new cruiser Denver arrived here today. and July goth will be presented with a sill yer service by the citizens of Denver.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16

Mexico City, July 15.-The artillery band will leave for St. Louis In a fort night. and will give concerts en route at San Atomic and Palestine. Texas.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16
Lee Rettis Captured.

Lee Bettis, a negro. was captured in Three Mile Creek swamp this morning by Sheriff Powers and a posse The negro, however, was not caught until after exchange of shots, he being wounded in the left side. Bettfs was wanted for the murder on the evening of the 7th inst, of Flagman Glover
 and wounding of Conductor Pruett of the Southern Railway, near Mt. Yer
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16

MT winthrop Hallett, MT. Foster Hale, MT. J. M. Mahoney and MT Bish- op will leave to-day on the Vesper to attend the races at Point Clear After that event they will cruise along the sound for a week or more.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16

Miss Ingersoll Minge of New Or leans, arrived to-day to visit her cous- ins. Misses Mary and Maria Minge Miss Ethel Minge who was operated on re- cently for appendicitis, is on the road to recovery and will leave the sanito- rum tomorrow.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16

MT. and Mrs. Edmund McCaa left this afternoon to spend a few days with MT. and Mrs. F. D. Ledyard at Point Clear. They will return next week to their home in Texas.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16

MT Arthur Shirley Benn, who is a brief visitor in Mobile this summer, shows his love of sport and of Mobile
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16

MT. Irwin Vass has returned home after visit of several months to rel atives in Camden, Ala.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16

Mrs Joseph R. Mighell and daughter, Miss Mabel, have gone to Pass Chris tian to visit Mrs. MighelTs sister Mrs. A. B. Washington of Monroe, La.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16

Miss Mabel Goode will spend a few days at Point Clear with her friend, Miss Corinita Kirkbride.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16

Mrs. Kearsley Carter and daughter left Tuesday on the Mallory steamer for New York. They will go to Maine to spend the summer.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16

Mrs. Frank Penny and little son, Goronway, left to-day to spend some time with relatives in Bowling Green, Xiv
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16

Mrs. G. NJ. Van Liew and Miss Eliz- abeth. left during the week to spend the summer at Yellow Sulphur Springs
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-07-16

Mrs. E. A. Perryman is another Mo- bilian who has gone to join the colony summering at Waukesha.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04

way in which that can be brought about |
am not prepared TO state. | believe the
Chamber of Commerce is doing all that
can be done along that line
The crying need in Tacoma" said
Mayor l.. d. Campbell this morning, '.is
for more and better railroad facilities.
Although we have, in fact, connection
with the Great Northern and Union Pa.
cihc, we are not connected in the way
to derive the most benefit. If the Union
Pacific, Great Northern and Canadian Pa
citc. or any other transcontinental lines
could be induced to lay their tracks to
Tacoma it would be very great stimulus
to all classes of business"
Secretary j. s. Whitehouse of the
Chamber of Commerce feels confident that
the day of more railroads for Tacoma is
not far away.
when Mr.. Hartman was here few
weeks ago. he said. "the Chamber Of
Commerce gave him all the encouragement
possible, and We were given to understand
that within a short time Union Pacific
trains would be running into this city
over the Northern Pacific tracks, and !
think there is not question but that it
will not be oreat while before the Union
Pacific management will see the necessity
Of building their own track direct to Ia
coma. If we get one road started this
way others will be sure to follow"
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
TACOMA WANTS MORE RAILROADS

The business and professional men Of
Tacoma, as well as the city officials, are
united in the opinion that this city can
never reach the highest possible state OF
development until direct connection is se-
cured with more than one railroad.
When asked for his views on the sub
ject this morning City Clerk Il. b. Wood
uff said: l.ta
There should be no diversity of opin-
ion on the proposition of securing more
railroads for Tacoma. The city needs more
railroads, needs them badly, and needs as
many as we can induce to come here"
Asked if be had a suggestion as to how
this might be brought about, Mr.. Wood
ruff replied;
'Yes. The surest way to bring other
roads here is for every man who ships
pound of freight in or out of the city
to send it over the Northern Pacific. No
thing so whets the appetite of railroad
corporation as to see lot of business and
not get any of it."
A. L. Albertson, vice-presdent and
cashier Of the National Bank of Com
merce, said:
What ! have to say on the matter of
more railroads and better shipping facili-
ties for Tacoma will be brief We want
more railroads-all we can get. As to the
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
EXPLAINS
HIS PANAMA POLICY

fore the United States made any attempt
to restore order at Panama General
Torres, the Colombia governor, declared
war on American citizens by saying that
unless two Colombian officers seized by
the revolutionists the night before were
not Immediately returned to the Colombo.
an lines he would kill every citizen of the
United States on the Isthmus
Hubbard then landed marines.
The message states that Hubbard s
prompt action prevented great loss of life
and property as well as furnished protec-
ton to our citizens.
The president finally declares that all
insinuations that the United States had
completely in the revolution are as des-
titute of foundation as propriety.
No one connected with this government
had any part in preparing, melting or en-
couraging the revolution, nor had the gov
ernment any knowledge that revolution
was imminent except such as was accessi-
BILE to any person of ordinary intelligence
who reads the newspapers. | have not
denied nor do l wish to deny, either the
validity or the propriety of the general
rule that new states should not be recog-
nized as independent until they have
shown an ability to maintain independ-
ence.
"But there are exceptions to all rules
and there were clear and imperative rea-
sons why departure from the rule was
justified and even required in the present
instance These reasons were: First. our
treaty right, Second, our national inter
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04

to knot sawyers. Recently the mill men
discovered that there were number OF
mills, SO, they claim. that were not paying
that scale.
Although no action was taken at a meet
ing Of the Shingle Dealers association re-
gardlng the matter, there was tacit un-
derstanding that when the mills reopened
in February there would be a general 10
per cent cut in wages. The high price of
logs and the folling off in the demand for
shingles. is given by the mill owners as the
reason for the cut.
President Hubbell Of the Single Weav.
ers association said this afternoon: eli
the cut is made, which we believe il will
be, it is natural that we should fight it.
The wages are low enough now and we
Will not agree to any cut. Further than
that do not care to discuss the ques.
tion."
The convention held in Tacoma today
is the second annual meeting Of the as
sociation There are 80 delegates present
from Washington, outside states and Brit
ish Columbia.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
SHINCLE WEAvERS' ASSOCIATION
TO FIGHT REDUCTION or WAGES

The convention of the international
Shingle Weavers' association met at the
Labor Union hall, 72l Commerce street,
this morning. The convention, which is
an annual affair, win last three days this
year, it is expected. The fist work of
the convention this morning was the cleo
tion of officers. William Hubbell Of Bal
lard was elected president, +. 4. burns
Of Marinette, Wis, wire president, and
w. II. Clock of Everett. secretary and
treasurer.
While the shingle men will not discuss
the question at length, il is expected that
the principal business that will come up
before the convention viii be that Of
wages.
1t has been agreed taqitly by the shin
gle mill owners of the state that a 10 per
cent reduction shall be made in wages in
the mills after they up again after Janu-
ary.
The mills, at least the majority Of them,
have been paying ~ cents a thousand to
shingle weavers and 10 cents thousand
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
POST OFFICE REPORT

The business of the postofice for the
calendar year 1903 was very gratifying to
Postmaster Cromwell. The years report
for the government will be issued at the
end Of the fiscal year, June 80, 1904. The
receipts for the past calendar year have
made an increase of l5 per cent over the
preceding year, and Mr.. Cromwell believes
that the prospects are very favorable for
good business in 1904.
The receipts at the postoffce for 1902
amounted to $94, 1911, and for 1908 to
SlOS S87. 60
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04

ests and safety. Third. the interests OF
collective civilization"
After reviewing these reasons the prcsl-
dent says that it was under these eircums-
stances that the United States, instead OF
using its forces to destroy those who
sough to make the engagements OF the
treaty realty, recognized them as the
proper custodians of sovereignty.
He closes by saying, ''The main ques'
ton before this government is not that
Of recognition of Panama as an independ
ent state, as that is already an accom-
plished fact. But the main question IS
whether or not we shall build an lsthmian
canal"
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
FIENDS ARE
THE TURKS

ST. PETERSBURG, Jan. 4.-The Vie
despite Turkeys solemn promise Of am
nesty to be extended to Macedonian pris-
oners, those arrested have not been lib
Grated, but have, without exception, been
exiled to remote parts of Asia Minor.
Their sufferings have been terrible. They
were driven afoot and continually whip
ped being frequently obliged to pass be-
tween lines of Moslems, who hurled stones
at them The victims are dying by
wholesale in camps where cholera abounds
and no medical attendance is allowed.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
BLIZZARD IN
EASTERN STATES

BOSTON, Jan. 4.-The mercury has
fallen to zero in this vicinity and is re-
ported So below in Northern Maine. A
blizzard is raging in the North Atlantic
states.
NEW YORK, Jan. 4-The extreme
cold weather here shows no signs of mod
Grating. One man was found unconscious
in a snowdrift on Second avenue and an
other was found frozen to death in drift
on Staten island.
SPRINGFIELD, ILL.,, Jan. 4.-Sunday
was the coldest day of the year, the ther-
mometer registering 10 degrees below zero.
DIES MONIES, Ia, Jan. 4.-The state
capitol building, which cost $3,OOO,0OO is
burning. 1t is feared the damage will be
great. Crossed electric wires are supposed
to have started the blaze.
GLOVERSVILLE, N. Y, Jan. 4.-The
thermometer is 26 below in this city.
WHEELING, w. Va, Jan. 4.-Unpre-
cedented cold weather is prevailing here.
The thermometer is % below zero. Rail
way traffic is delayed.
BOSTON, Jan. Anew England is suf-
fering from the worst blizzard in five
years. Railway traffic is completely off
the schedule. Trolileys are tied up by
an immense snowdrift 3 miles long A
gale is raging and the temperature is
degrees below zero.
NORFOLK, Va, Jan. 4.-North Caro-.
lima and Virginia are suffering from the
worst storm in years.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
KELLY WANTED
TO Be CAPTAIN

John Kelly, a sailor on the ship Nile,
while intoxicated Saturday afternoon tried
to take command of the ship. The cap
tain enlisted the services Of stalwart
Tacoma policeman and Kelly was trans
ferred from the vessel to cell at the cen
tral police station. Kelly was brought
into police court this afternoon and as he
could not give good account Of the at
fair was sent to Jail for two days
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
NAMED FOR
BIC PLACES

WASHINGTON, D. c., Jan. 4.--Presi-
the omingations Of Governor Taft to be
secretary Of war; Black of Illinois to be
civil service commissioner; Henry Daylor
of Pennsylvania to be consul-general at
Coburg, Germany; Lawrence Murray of
Illinois to be assistant secretary of com
merce and labor; Wright to be civil COVER
nor of the Philippines, and Henry lde Of
Vermont to be vice-governor of the Phil
ippines.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
THEY WAN NTED
TO TAKE RISKS

CHICAGO, Jan. 4.--After an executive
of 35 theaters in Chicago, Mayor Harrison
declined to make any modification of Sat
uradys order closing all places of amuse-
ment. j .
The managers wanted permission to
open the lower floors The theatrical men
believe it will be two weeks before any
playhouse can comply with the building
laws. Many can't resume at all and must
rebuild
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
MAD DOC

Patrolman Mohrbacher stopped mad
dog scare on Twelfth street yesterday by
killing the dog. The canine lunatic was
running wild and had number of people
thoroughly scared before the policeman
arrived and shot him.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
HOUSE OPENS
ITS SESSION

WASHINGTON, D. c., Jan. 4.-The
chaplain opened the house this morning
with a prayer for peace between Russia
and Japan. The work of the session was
taken up without formality. There wasn't
a quorum present and an adjournment for
no quorum was taken at 1875 p. m.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
RUNAWAYS

Arthur Gum and Wilfred Kneis, small
boys from Spokane, were gathered in by
the police Sunday at the request of their
parents The boys were taken to the
central station to await further advices
from Spokane.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
LATE TELEGRAPH

WASHINGTON, D. c., Jan. A su-
preme court decision was handed down
by Chief Justice Fuller 1t declares that
the citizens of Porto Rico are not aliens.
bella Gosolez against Immigrant Inspec-
The question arose over the case of Isa-
bella Gosolez against Immigrant Commits
sioner Williams of New York, who de
clined to admit her, fearing she would be-
come a public charge. The court directs
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
CLOSES
OPERA HOUSE

BERLIN, Jan. 4.--As a result of the
Chicago fire the kaiser today personally
inspected the Royal opera house, accom-
panied by experts. He came to the con-
clusion that It was unsafe and ordered 1t
closed. The building will be torn down
as a result. The kaiser viii. personally
revise the plans and bear the cost OF
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
PRACTICAL JOKE

Since the supposed attempted hold-up
Of Northern Pacific train between Roy
and Rainier Saturday morning it has de-
veloped that the alleged bandits were riot
Gus young men returning from dance
Sheriff Denholm has dropped the case,
but il is possible that the railroad off
cials will prosecute the practical jokers.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
TACOMA ARRIVES

The steamship Tacoma, Captain Ridley.
of the Northern Pacific line. arrived at
2:3O o'clock this afternoon
The Tacoma brings an average general
cargo from the Orient and small list of
passengers.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
IN DANCER

ST. PETERSBURG, Jan. 4.-Great
anxiety is felt here for the safety of the
SO passengers and crew of the Russian
steamer Pavana, which was carried out
to sea by an ice foe three weeks ago.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
DISCHARGED

Stanley Martin, charged with burglary
was discharged from custody today. He
was arrested by the police several weeks
ago in Heineman q Posner's dry goods
store and has been in custody since.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
GOSSIP IN
job LOTS

LONDON. Jan. 4.-The first issue of
William I, Stead's daily paper devoted to
the interests of wome nappeared this
morning The edition consisted of twelve
pages, of which one page was news and
the remainder gossip.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04

HELENA, Mont, Jan. 4.--Isaac Gre
veil was today sentenced to 10 years in
prison and fined 5000, the maximum pen
atty, for sending threatening letters to
the Northern Pacific Railway company.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04

ROME, Jan. 4.-The Capitale this
morning prints report that Germany will
take the initiative in mediation between
Russia and Japan.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04
TAKES BIG CARGO

The French ship Colonel Vile de Mul
house goes to sea this afternoon in tow Of
the tug Wandered. She carries one Of the
largest wheat cargoes ever taken from
this port.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1904-01-04

OMAHA, Neb., Jan. 4.-Senator Diet
rich appeared for trial today in the post
office case. The morning passed in an
argument on technicalities.