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The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
THAT INTERCEPTED LETTER
WRITTEN TO YOUNG BT NAN
 PATTERSON,S SISTER.
Wanted Him to Call to straighten Out the whole Thing-Wrote That Nan Was Frantic and Could Not Answer for What Might Happen-Prosecu- cution's Case Practically Closed.


 New York, Dec 15. At the conclusion of the examination of Mrs. Young, wid- ow of Caesar Young. who was called to the witness stand twice to-day, Assist ant District Attorney Rand practically rested the case of the prosecution against Nan Patterson, who Is on trial in the criminal branch of the supreme court, charged with the murder of Young. Mr. Rand announced that he would call only two more witnesses.
 When the trial was resumed this morning Mrs. Young took the stand and verified for the records her testimony of yesterday regarding the intercepted letter written to Young. by Miss Patter- son's sister, Julia Smith. Again in the afternoon she was recalled and told of the arrangement for her proposed trip to Europe with Young. She said that after her husband had retired early in the morning of June 4 she searched his pockets and was certain that he had no revolver She said also that he never carried a revolver
 Bernard l. McKean. Young's broth er-in-law, who produced the intercepted letter yesterday, also was questioned briefly before MT. Rand moved that the letter be admitted as evidence. The motion was allowed by Justice Davis and the letter was read to the jury. It was addressed to Caesar" Young at the Imperial hotel, and was dated May 3, 1904.
 The letter was written by Julia Smith, Nan Patterson's s sister. and in it Young was addressed as My Dear Unc.' Mrs Smith, in the letter, asked Young to call and see her at once. She wrote, among other things: 1T would like to get the whole thing strengthened out because of Mans perturbed cbndi- tion. I understand what is the matter. We will be home at noon tomorrow. Nan is about frantic. See me first and, if you do not, I cannot answer for what may happen. You know how Nan loves you, and as she is now nearly wild her condition breaks my heart. expect to see you as soon as possible. !"
 John Mellin. Youngs racing partner, was also a witness. He told of efforts Young had made to break off with Miss Patterson while in Los Angeles in March last. He said that he purchased a ticket for her and gave her $500 of Young's money when 1t was decided that she should leave him.
 At the conclusion of to-day's session of the court counsel for Miss Patterson held conference to decide whether to offer evidence in her defense, but their decision will not be announced until to- morrow.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
MORE DISMISSALS,
Two Rural Mail Carriers Too Active
 During Campaign.

During Campaign.
 Washington, Dec. 15.-As the result of an investigation of their activity dur ing the recent political campaign War ren F. Humber, rural mail carrier at Lockport, N. r., and H. w. Aldrich, a rural carrier of Concord, N. H., both Of ficials of the National association of Rural Free Delivery Carriers, to-day were removed forthwith from the gov ernment service by Postmaster General Wynne. Humber is secretary of the Ma tional association of the carriers and he and Aldrich are members of it's execu- tive board. The charges were that the dismissed men sent out circular letters during the last campaign to candidates for congress, urging legislation in the interest of the carriers and demanding that the men to whom the letters were addressed pledge themselves to vote for such legislation. President Cunning ham, who was dismissed Tuesday, and Secretary Humber, according to the postal authorities, framed the circular. and Humber signed it as secretary and issued it. Aldrich was one of the ex- ecutive committee who agreed on the work which was subsequently, carried out. A number of the letters sent out are in the possession of the postoffice department. In one of the papers on file is the expression: "We must look out for ourselves and help the fellows that help us.' A number of other cases are under Investigation. but the ques- tion of the guilt of the employees in- syolved has not yet been decided,
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
FOR TWO NEW STATES
 ENTERING THE UNION.
SENATE CoMMITTEE MAKES 4
 FAVORABLE REPORT.

Recommends That Indian Territory and
 Oklahoma be Admitted as the State
 of oklahoma and New Mexico and
 Arizona as the state of Arizona-Im-
 portant Amendments Made to Meas
 ure as Submitted by the House.
 Washington, Dec. 15.-The senate committee on territories by vote of to to-day authorized a favorable re- port on the statehood bill providing for the admission into the union of Okla homa, and Indian Territory to become the state of Oklahoma, and of Ali zona and New Mexico to become the state of Arizona. The bill is the one originating in the house in the second session of the Fifty-eighth congress, but has been amended materially by the senate committee. The closeness of the vote practically makes it certain that there will be a minority report. To morrow Senator Beveridge, chairman of the committee having the bill in charge, will submit the majority re port. The opponents of the bill will contest its passage on the floor of the senate. The statehood bill will be the unfinished business of the senate after a vote is had tomorrow on the Philip pine bill.
 The most important changes made in the house bill are the insertion of a clause prohibiting traffic in liquor for a period of ten years in that part of the proposed state of Oklahoma now known as Indian territory, and tie eliminating from the house bill all pro- visions with reference to suffrage ex- cept the following:
 That said state shall never enact |any law restricting or abridging the right of suffrage on account of race, color, or previous condition of servi- tude.',
 As passed by the house the bill con tained exceptions but also specifically permitted the proposed states to abridge suffrage on account of sex. The provision as to sex caused 50 many pro tests from woman suffragists that the committee struck out the provision on this subject, thus leaving no reference whatsoever in the bill that might in dicate an opinion of any sort on the question of female suffrage.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
LAST BATTLESHIP AT
 PORT ARTHUR SINKING
JAPANESE ATTACKS BADLE
 DAMAGE THE SEYASToPoL.

Daring Exploits of Torpedo Boat Flo
 tiIIas Against the Russian Warship
 and Transports-One of the BOuts
 Missing - Marshal Oyama's Right
 Gains Lost Ground-strong Force
 Again Moving Northeast.
 Tokio, Dec. 15-S p. m.-The conn mander of the third Japanese squadron, reporting at 1O:SO o'clock yesterday morning, says:
 Commencing at 11:SO o'clock Tues day night and continuing until o'clock Wednesday morning, six torpedo boats and specially fitted torpedo craft con- stantly attempted attacks against the Russian battleship sevastopol. the coast-defense vessel otvashni and the military transports.
 Details of the attacks are not yet known. However, according to reports received from the watch tower guard- ship at g o'clock this smorning, the Se- vastopol had commenced lowering astern and the water was said to reach the torpedo tubes astern.'
 The same commander. telegraphing last midnight, says:
 At 3:SO o'clock on the morning of December 14 (Wednesday) Commander otaki leading fiotilla of torpedo boats, and Lieutenant Miyamato, lead ing another hotilla, began attacks against the Sevastopol and the trans ports
 "Otaki's flotilla failed to accomplish it's purpose owing to a snowstorm,
 Miyamoto's flotilla succeeded in reaching the intended spot by taking advantage of the fact that the enemy's search lights were exposing otaki's fiotilla and were not directed against Miyamoto's. In the thick of the snow, while Miyamoto's fiotilla was searching for the enemy's ships, one torpedo boat became lost from its comrade ships.
 At o'clock Lieutenant Nakamuda' $ boat independently attacked a military transport. Another torpedo boat under Miyalnoto discharged and exploded a torpedo against the sevastopol. Both returned safely but failed to meet the missing torpedo boat and crew.
 To-day the watch tower guard ship reports that the stern of the sevasto- pol appeared to have lowered three feet"
 Mukden, Manchuria, Dec. 15, The Japanese column on Marshal oyarna s right which General Rennenkampff re- gently drove back to the Taitse river, is again reported to be moving northeast and strongly holding the Siaodagai- Sianchan region, 5000 men with eight guns being at Sianchan and 10000 men with eight guns at Siamatze.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
New York Yacht Club Effects.

New York, Dec. 15.-At the sixth gem eral meeting of the New York Yacht club at the clubhouse tonight the fol- lowing officers were elected for 1905: Commodore, Frederick c. Bourne; vice commodore, Henry Walters; rear com modore, Cornelius Vanderbilt; secre- tary, G. A. Cormack; treasurer, Tar rant Putnam; regatta committee, Oliv- CT E. Cromwell, H. Deb Parsons, c. L. F. Robinson; neasurer, Francis Wykoff Belknap.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
JAPAN ALIVE TO SITUATION
VIII Settle Score with Chile if War
 ships Are Sold to Russin.

VIII Settle Score With Chile if War
 ships Are Sold to Russin.
 Tokio, Dec. 15.-4 p. rn.-The Japanese are watching with great interest the all legged plan of the Russian government to purchase warships from the govern ments of Argentina and Chile. Tn re sponse to a diplomatic inquiry, the gov- ernment of Argentina frankly disavow- ed any intention to sell warships to Russia, but the answer received from Chile Is said to be evasive Corre- spondence on the subject is still in pro- gress.
 There is a growing feeling of resent nent here against Chili. Discussing the question with the Associated Press correspondent to-day an official said that in the event of Chile selling war ships to Russia Japan will unquestion- ably take the first opportunity to settle the score. The Japanese government is being urged to pointedly inform Chili that Japan will demand indemnity when free to enforce such demand at the end of the war with Russia
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
GOVERNOR SURPRISED.
Companions on World's Fair Trip Take
 pnsaession of His House.

HOHScSShOM DA AAAH 1AOtAsSt
 Meriden, Dec. 15.-When Governor Chamberlain arrived at his home in this city from Hartford at g o'clock this eve- ming he found that nearly sixty mem bers of the party who attended the St. Louis exposition with him October 8 to Is, had taken absolute possession of his dornicile and as he opened the door h ewas greeted with lusty serenade sung by his unexpected guests. 1t was q complete surprise and the governor was for a moment more at loss to know what to do or say. than he has ever been iii the most important mat ters of state. The governor was pre- scented "a very handsome case of solid silverware by the party. the presenta- tion being made by Judge Charles Phelps of Rockville. There was also with the case a beautiful set of dishes of the rich Colport ware In commence ration of the fact that on the trip the party sang a great deal, being directed by Mrs. Chamberlain, Mrs. Sarah F. Kinney presented her, on behalf of the ladies of the party, beautiful ivory baton mounted with ebony and silver, and suitably inscribed. Telegrams of fering congratulations and best wishes from Governor David R. Francis of Missouri, Colonel N. MI Stewart and Captain Chamberlain of Chattanooga. Tenn, and a letter from |. F. Parker of St. Louis were read, A dainty lunch was served and the entire affair was one of the most enjoyable in the gover- nors experience as chief executive of the state.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
AUXILIARY TROLLEY SYSTEM
To be Developed in Central New York
 bY Central Road.

New York, Dec. 15.-The New York Central Railroad company will begin this spring the development of an aux Hilary trolley system in all the small towns of central New York.
 It has secured large interest in the Utica, Rome and Oneida street rail- ways has interest in the Syracuse Rap i'd Transit company and has begun building large power stations at Nj agara Falls, which will supply power for the entire system. The power house will be completed in the early summer.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
Roxing Mntches Decided.

Grand Rapids, Mich, Dec. 15.--Matty Matthews of Brooklyn, N. Y, gained a decision over Foster Walker of De troit in six round fight before the
 Olympic club here tonight.
 Butte, Mont, Dec. 15.--Jimnay Gard ner of Lowell, Mass. defeated Jack o1Keefe of Chicago here to-nightI in eleven rounds of what was to have been a twenty round contest. When the gong sounded for the twelfth round SQKeefe's seconds threw up the sponge,
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
STRUGGLED GOODS oN WARsHlP
Rich Store Discovered on the Cruiser
 San Francisco.

Newport News, Va, Dec. 15.-Custom officers at Old Point are reported to have seized on board the United States cruiser San Francisco a rich store of smuggled goods, including silks, cigars, china and ostrich feathers. The value of the goods seized cannot be ascertain ed, the officials declining 70 discuss the matter further than to admit that the confiscation was made. The seizure was. effected to-day just before the San Francisco sailed for Norfolk.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
Mosouito Convention.

New York, Dec. 15.--At the opening session of the second annual convention of the Mosquito Determination society, which was held here to-day, a constitu- tions was adopted and the name of the society was changed to the American Mosquito Extermination society. The following officers were reelected: Will liam J. Matheson. chairman; Walter c. Kerr, vice-chairnlan; Henry Clay Weeks, secretary; Frederick c. Beach, 5reasurer.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
weinseimer Out on Bonds.

New York, Dec. 15.-Philip Weinsei- rner, former president of the Building Trades Alliance, who has been in the Tombs since October 15 last, under sen- tence to Sing Sing for, extortion, was released to-day in $1o,OOo cash bail He was recently granted a certificate of reasonable doubt, which acts as stay of proceedings pending an appeal
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
IN PRISON AT LAST.
Victorious Confidence Man senteneed- Roasted He Would Never Serve Time.


 Roasted He Would Never Serve Time.
 New York, Dec. 15.-After boasting for years that he would never serve sen- tence, Lawrence Summerfeld. one of the best known confidence men in this country. and also well known in Eu- rope. was taken to Sing Sing prison to- day to begin a sentence of not less than four years, nor more than seven years and six months.
 Summerfield was convicted of swind- ling, in connection with copper min ing company and appealed the case to the court of appeals, which early this week confirmed the conviction. Sum- merfield has at times been out under such heavy bail as $50,000.
 There is still an indictment for rob- bery involving s4O.0OO against Summer field. Summerfield remarked as he was leaving for prison that he was sorry he bad not gone to Sing Sing long ago and begun his term.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
PLUMs FROM HIGGINS.
New YorI's Governor-EIect Makes Two
 Appointments.

New York. Dec. 15,- -Governor-eiect Higgins to-day announced the follow ing appointments: Frank E. Perley, private secretary. MT. Perley is corre- spondent of the New York World. Sell den P. Marvin of Albany as military secretary with the rank of colonel. MT. Marvin was military secretary on the staff of Governor Morton. He Is son of former Adjutant General Marvin.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
NEW oYoLE AssooIATIoN.
Formed by suspended Riderz-Baclked
 bx Men of Means.


 Atlanta, Ga, Dec 15.-"Bobby" Wal thour, who, with other bicycle riders, has been penalized for leaving the track at Madison Square Garden during the recent six day contest. announced to- day that before the riders left New York the formation of the American Cyelist association was agreed upon, to become effective if the National Cycling association should take the course that 1t has by punishing the ten men who left the contest. This association, he says, is backed by several men of wealth and will include most of the leading professional riders of the coun- try. A meeting is to be held at Boston early next month, when the organiza- tion will be completed. MT. Kerriman of the Boston Globe. is proposed as president of the new organization.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
REK x. c goNeUE DEAD.
Meriden Clergyman succambs to Cere-
 bro-spinaI Meningitis.

Meriden, Dec. 15.--Rev. Robert Clark son Tongue rector of All Saints P. E. church in this city, died this evening at 9:S0 o'clock of cerebro~spinal meningitis after an illness of only four days. He leaves a widow and two daughters. Rev. MT. Tongue was one of the best known clergymen in the state in his denomination, although still a young man. being only thirty-five years old All Saints parish was his second charge his first being St. John's, Rock vile, Conn.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
Shipping News.

New York, Dec. I5.--Arrived: Steam. CTS Hekla. Copenhagen via Halifax Majestic, Liverpool and Queenstown. Sailed: Steamer La Lorraine, Havre.
 Dover, Dec 15--Arrived: Steamer Graf Waldersee, New York for Ham burg (and proceeded).
 Genoa, Dec. 15.--Arrived: Steamer IRepublicl New York Yia. Naples, zetc.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
STATE BUSINESS MEN
To Fight Trading stamp Custom Be
 fore Legislature.

Hartford. Dec. 15.-The directors of the State Business Mems association at meeting held here passed a vote instructing the committee on legislation to appear before the general assembly for legislation in opposition to trading stanips.
 Meriden was selected as the city in which to hold the annual meeting on Thursday. January 2e.
 President Muzzy reported the recent decision of the supreme court of the state on itinerant vendors, which met the hearty approval of the directors. A resolution in relation to location of the proposed new state arsenal and armory in this city was adopted unanimously.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
MORE TUNNEL FRANCHISES
Two Granted Yesterday by New York
 Commission.

New York, Dec. l5.-The Rapid Tran sit commission to-day granted twen- ty-fve-year franchise for tunnel un- der Sixth avenue, from Christopher street to Thirty third street, to the New York and New Jersey Railroad compa- ny. The same company was granted a perpetual franchise for a cross-town line from the west side to Second ave- nue under Christopher street. The pro posed lines will connect with a tunnel to Jersey City.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
BIG ORDERS FOR STEEL.
Pennsylvania Road Contracts for 1O2,-
 700 Tons of New Rails.

1UU TOHH- OI NtV ItllIIss
 Philadelphia. Dec. 15.-Orders for the steel rail requirements of the Pennsyl- vania Railroad company for their lines east and west of Pittsburg for the year 1905. amounting to 102,7OO tons, were placed to-day as follows
 United States Steel corporation, 55,- 800; Lackawanna Steel company, 1000; Cambria Steel company, 20,10O tons and Pennsylvania Steel company, 2O,1OO tons.''
 The company will pay BPS a ton for the rails. The tonnage ordered is about one-half of that ordered for this year.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
Buildings Sold for s4sO. 900.

St. Louis, Dec. 15.-The contract for the sale of the property offered by the Worlds Fair company to Chicago wrecking company for S450,0o0 was sign ed to-day and the first payment of $10O,Oe0 made. The remaining $35o,O00 is to be made in installments. The wreck ing of the buildings will begin imme- diatelx.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
SUSPENSION BRIDGE DIsA srER.
Three Persons Killed and Five Serious
 lx Injured.

Charleston, w. Va, Dec. 15.-Three persons were killed and five others seri- ously injured to-day by the collapse of the suspension bridge across the Elk river, which connects East and West Charleston. On the bridge when it went down were six children on their way to school and a number of other pedestrians, together with six teams.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-16
DEATH BI oW TO BOXING.
Administered to Fistic Art by Mayor
 Harrison of Chicago.

HHFflsUn or OhIcHBU'
 Chicago, Dec. 15,- The death blow to boxin gin Chicago was administered to- day by Mayor Carter H. Harrison. To each club that has been conducting boxing contests of any kind and to the chief of police, for enforcement, Mayor Harrison has sent copies of an opinion by the corporation counsel which will compel even the Chicago Athletic asso- citation to discontinue it's exhibitions.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-09-11
ALTO OXWORTHY
IN RICH PURSE
Wins $500 Hartford Flu
turity in Two Heats.
Did Not Drive Angus Pointer to Win.
Andrews, His Successor,
Gets $500.

HARTFORD, Conn, Sept lO.-The
Grand Circuit meet closed at Charter
Oak Park today with an attendance Of
1900 gathered to witness the Hartford
Futurity, for which a high class Of colts
has been training for months.
The race was in two divisions. a trot
and a pace. and in the former when the
starters bell changed only 1--WE showed
up on the track. Alta Oxworthy won
the trottin6. section in straight heats in
strong fashion. Princess Athel how
ever. putting up a plucky drive in the
first heat
But two starters appeared in the pac-
ing section. and BuclIlock had il his own
way, except the first heat. which was
taken by Bolass
The judges today announced their de-
cision regarding j. Macpherson. the
driver who was set down Wednesday IN
the go pace after the second heat for
not driving Angus Pointer 20 win. He
has been suspended from driving on any
track In the country for period of one
year. Andrews. the driver who took his
place and won three straight heats and
the race, is awarded $500 Tor his ser
vices, and the money i to come from
Angus Pointers winnings.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-09-11
Tomorrow's Entries.

First race Six furlongs. Crown
Prince. los; Adriutha, los: Collector Jes-
sup. Ill; Duchess Ollie, %: Mimosa. los /:
Judge Denton. 101; WOtan. 106; Ances-
tor los; TOT San, 103i Major Pelham
l16. Jocund 1O6
Second race - Steeplechase; short
course. Flying Buttress. 149. Royelle
Ia; Amur. 152; Walter Cleary. 49,
Paulaker. 135; Moon Daisy, 100; Wooden
133; Mineral. 135: Seagull, 40
Third race-One and One-eighth miles.
Spring, 100: Dekaber. 105; Grey Friar
102; Rosetint. 81; Sheriff BELL. 81, Pulsus,
l07; Ostrich, IS; Dalesman, SO.
Fourth race Produce Stakes; six fur
longs. Bedouin, III: wild Mint, 119;
WoOdsaw, 120; Jack LOry. III; Wild
Irishman. ia: Ambertack. ia: Diamond.
III; TongordeT. 10
Fifth race-One and one-sixteenth
miles. Mutt Blanche. Rosie Dinham,
Charter. Bridgepath. Chamda. III each.
Sixth race-Five and one-half furIongs.
Sweet Pepper, 103: Black Prince, 102:
Rare Music. 90; Brush Up, I03; Charles
Elliott 102; MetapOle. - Mrs Bob. 90:
Recent Eccentrical. 90: Danseuse. IS:
Raiment. SO; Gilpin 1O4; Thirty-third.
81: N lcanta, l02; Nidalia. l04; Confessor,
l02.