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The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1904-05-18
ALBANIAN Harnsu.nrth for

Alderman Haynsw"rth for Com
mittee Of Public Works reported
that Oakland Avenn" had been
cleared of weeds and the labOrtrs
are now at work on dltches aud
drains. Land owners on llayns-
worth street had consented to give
land t., widen si.lrwaIks aud sug
gestpd tina; the work be done. The
The light on II \, ,n>w"rth street as
ordered removed from is present
location TO Chestnut street. which l.
a short distance.
Mr.. w. l.. Lee was present t" dis
cuss the condition Of Turkey Greek.
He stated that the fall from Sumter
to Dingle's Mill is SO sradna'-'n
parts almost iinperceptible-ti'as the
work of erarging and grading viii
be difficult He emphasized the
continually increasing Importance OF
the work by reason Of the greater
amount of water now carried in'o 1t
both from the city and country, and
express the opinion that the only
hope of.relieving the situation is to
widen the Canal. After consider
able discussion a special Committee
consisting Of Aldermen Hayns-
worth, Hurst. Rowland, Stubbs, and
the Mayor, was appointed to take
charge of the matter with power to
act.
Alderman Rowland asked infor-
nation in regard to the Beer Dispen
sary which he hears has been order
ed established in Snmter. He
thought such an in>tituti"n Getri-
mental tn the interest of the City
and since the Council has not been
consulted about it, they should pro-
test against its establishment. On
his motion the Clerk was instructed
to write the State Board Of Control
and the County Board of Control to
that effect.
DR.. Archie China was reelected
City Physician.
The Recorders bond and his Re
port for April were referred to the
Finance Committee, as also were the
following claims: w. B. Boyle
$33. .68, Edgar Skinner 500, Geo. +
Epperson s29.05.
Attention OF the Police was called
to complaints of fast speed Of horses
automobiles, and bicycles, and OF
vagrants about the City.
Council then adjourned.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1904-05-18
When the Sap Rises

Weak lungs should be careful. Coughs and
colds are dangerous then. One Minute
Cough Cure cures coughs and colds and
gives strength to the the lungs. Mrs. G.
E. Fenner, of Marion, Ind, says, Il sCf-
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148 to 90 lbs. I tried q number of rem,
edies to no avail until used One Minute
Cough Cure. Four bottles of this wonder
ful remedy cured me entirely of the cough,
strengthened my lungs and restored me to
my normal weight, health and strength .
Sod by 0. B. Davis.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1904-05-18

New York, May 12.-The French
Line steamship La Lorraine sailed for
Havre today with SO, 300, 600 in gold
bars and specie in her strong room.
the most valuale shipment Of gold
which has ever gone out OF, this port.
Considering the value of the ship her
self at 81, 600, 900 her general cargo at
81, 600, 600, and adding those to the
sum represented by the gold, the La
Lorraine, as she sailed today, is the
most valuable ship which has ever
put out from New York.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1904-05-18
A Chuice Location Taken by Church

The Church of Christ has purchased
the lot on the corner of Washington
and Calhoun streets, on which they
will erect house of worship. The
body of Christians only, of which this
local congregation is part. number
ing cne million two hundred and fifty
thousand, perfectly united upon the
Bible and the Bible alone as the only
test of faith and fellowship, have a
church extension fund of several hun
dred thousand dollars which is loaned
at per cent. to congregations desir-
ing to build. The church here will
soon have a pastor.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1904-05-18
A Startling Test.

TO save life, DR.. T. G. Merritt, of No.
Mehoopany, Pa, made startling test re-
suting in wonderful cure. He writes
"a patient was attacked with violent hem
orrhages, caused by liberation of the
stomach. had often found Electric Bit
ters excellent for acute stomach and liver
troubles SO l prescribed them. The pl
tient gained from tho first, and has not
had an attack in IA mouths" Electric
Btters are positively guaranteed for Dys-
pepsia, Indigestion, Constipation aud
Kidney troubles. Try them. Only SOC
al J. F. w. DeLorme's Drug Store.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1904-05-18
An Open Letter.

From the Chapin, S. c.. News: Early in
the spring my wife and were taken with
diarrnoea and SD severe were the pains
that we called physician who prescribed
for us, out his medicines failed to give any
relief. A friend who had bottle of
Cha,nbsrlain's Collie, Cholera and Diar-
raoea Remedy on hand gave each of Us q
dose aud we at once felt the effects. pro
cured bottle and before using the entire
contents we wer's entirely cured. It ii q
wonderful remedy and should be found in
every household. H. C. Bailey, editor.
Thi4 remedy is for sale BY Chiua's Drug
Store.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1904-05-18

Toxic, May 13.-The Japanese tor
pedo boat, number forty eight, was
destroyed yesterday while removing
mines from Kerr bay, north Of Port
DaIny. Seven were killed and seven
wounded. This is the first war ship
japan has lost.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1904-05-18
The BANK OF SUMTER,
SUMTER, s. c.
City and County Depository.

Caoital stock paid i'll, $4,000 90
Undivided surplus, $4,000 90
Individual liability of stockhold-
ers in excess of their stock, $4,000 90
Transacts general banking business;
also has Saving Bank Department. De-
posts of 81 and upward received. Inter
est allowed at the rate of per cent. per
annum, ayable semi-annually.
W.F. B. HAYNSWORTH,P President.
RI MANNING. W. F. REAME,
yice-President. Cashier.
Jan. 81.
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and international courts of arbitra-
tion.
Yes, in spite of wars and rumors of
wars. in spite Of immense standing
armies and mammoth navies, or per-
haps because of these perfected ar
rangements, the reign of universal
peace is coming nearer and nearer.
| Only few weeks ago, with the battle
cries of the Eastern combatants sound
| ing IN their ears, representatives of
two ancient foes, England and
France, came to peaceful settlement
OF delicate questions of sovereignty.
| believe that there will ne not
.gAln such a long and stubbornly
contested war as that fought by these
men for Southern independence.
know that should there be such war
neither victor nor vanqulshed IN the
struggle will leave behind as a berlt-
age for their children the memory OF
such conservation to high purpose, OF
such stainless honor, of such brave
endurance as these soldiers of the
Confederacy have left to Us, their sons
and daughters.
Whether they died upon the field OF
OatCle, WneLner LQSy llVeo To tolI duo
work and suffer for their PHOSPHATE
land, they have left Us high and
solemn duty, to bend every energy, tc
stretch every nerve Tor the prosperity
and upbuilding of the land which they
held so dear, for which they shed
their blood. The South enriched by
such blood, founded upon such
bravery and devotion cannot but take
it's place once more in the forefront Of
the nation.
It was said of the soldiers of Napo
leon: "The Old Guard dies, bat never
surrenders.'' - At tbe word of her i'm
mortal Lee, the South surrendered
but it cannot die. It cannot be bu'
that the spirit of these men, of whom
we think today, will rest upon the
land they loved, and change stalnles:
defeat into glorious victory. 1t can
not be but that the bravery and devo
tion of these men will inspire theil
sons and daughters to work and Labor
for the South until it becomes the
fulfllment of the vision of tne foun
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-01
ONCE MORE
Police Swoop Down On a Num- Der of Men Accused of Writ
 ing POlicy--Cases Go Over

On general principles of being en- gagged in the mysterious art of writing policy the following were arrested last evening: James Kelly, William Scully, George Phalen, Ermino Pilost, Fred Osborne and John T. Sullivan. They were all charged with writing policy. An impression is abroad that they were arrested in an alleged gam bling resort on Brook street, the place which was raided a few nights ago and where half a dozen men were ar- rested. This impression is wrong. Warrants were procured by the police and the above named were arrested or notified to be in court this morning as they had the i'll luck to run across policeman on the streets. There were no ill-gotten goods or forbidden script such as policy slips, lists and the other paraphernalia of the great game of policy found i'll their possess sion. They were simply arrested on general principles and their alleged reputation.
 Tn the city court this morning At torney Russell appeared for them and asked for an adjournment to Monday as he did not have time to prepare defense. He said that in all proba- bility some of the accused may make no defense, but certainly some of them will fight to the last ditch. However, he had not time to inquire into the cases. Prosecutor Durant having no objection Attorney Russelps request was granted.
 The fact of the matter Is that the police are determined to stamp out this game of policy, if 1t is a game. They claim they are justified i'll ap- pretending the above named solely on their reputation, and while they have no particular evidence against them this time, they can show to the satis- faction of the court that the accused are engaged in the lively game of writing policy. They say that they have the names of scores of saloons and other places where policy slips are distributed daily and how they are distributed every day almost. But even allowing the accused may be dis charged 1t will cost them considerable for their defense and two or three trips to court on the same errand will finally empty their pocketbooks and drive them to other fields of labor. Such is the theory of the police in this business of policy playing.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-01
rRANCo-AMERICAN.

Notwithstanding the many other attractions large crowd spent the last night Of the old year in enjoying the light fantastic step at the fifth annual dance of the Franco-American club. which was held in speedwell hall. All present enjoyed pleasant evening" The affair was well man. aged by the following committees:
 Grand director. Ovide Montambauft.
 Floor committee. Joseph Garneau, Arthur Derouin Alfred Wien, Wilson Veillette.
 Arrangement committee, William Rochon. Joseph A. Cote. Alvarine AL lard. Alfred Wien. Ovide Montam- bault Joseph Bernier. Arthur De rouin.
 Reception committee. Wilfred Ro- chon. Joseph A. Cote. H. $. Bessette, Elzear Baril, Fred Gilbeault, William Rochon. Gustave Derouin, Joseph N. BariI, Victor Bernier. Napoleon Ber- nier, Arthur Derouin, Fred St Ger main.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-01
TWO NEW HAVEN
 GIRLS WERE THERE.

Tn the chorus of the musical extrav- aganza, MT Bluebeard," which was playing at the Iroquois theater, Chi eago, at the time of the terrible fire panic, were two charming young la dies from New Haven. and, until the arrival Of telegrams announcing the safe escape of both. their families were in anxious suspense. One of the young ladies was Miss Mamie Reyes, daughter of John Reyes, of Wooster street, who joined the company at the time of its first appearance at the Knickerbocker theater. in New York, year ago last fall. As soon as pos- sible Miss Reyes telegraphed to her relatives telling them of her miracu- lons escape from death. Miss Eloise Dupignac. daughter of MT and Mrs Charles Dupignac. of 131 Ashmun street, is the other young lady. Miss Dupignac, who is now a member of the chorus of the "Bluebeard" com pany, will be remembered as having attracted considerable attention at en- tertainments by her sweet singing. She is 28 years of age and this is her second season with the extravaganza, which Is the first company she has ever been fin. A telegram received from her put her parents mind at ease concerning her safety. She es- caped. as did the rest of the company. by the means of back alley.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-01
VISITING FRIENDS HERE.
Son of the Late Captain Lucius Cur
 tiss of North Main Street.

The Hon William G. CuI.tiss of Tor rington, Wyoming, is visiting friends in Waterbury. MT Curtiss Is the son of the late Captain Lucius Curtiss, and was born at the family home stead on North Main street, near where w. J. Rigney now lives. At the age of twelve years MT Curtiss took a notion to see what there was going on in the world outside Waterbury, and before settling down in Wyoming he travelled almost every state In the union. Finally he made up his mind to locate in Wyoming and started to foond a town. After leaving Water bury he lived for time in Torring- ton and later married native of that place so that when the township was formed they named it Torrington. He has one pasture which contains 2,000 acres of land, with a neat wire fence running around it. Tn this he keeps about 1000 head of cattle. Last year he was elected a member of the legis- lature and rides about 10 miles to Cheyenne, the capital where the law makers convene.
 "Wyoming is good place for a live man." said MT Cn'tiss to a Dem ocrat reporter. "We pay laborers $25 month and board them and after short time man from New Eng land becomes his own employer there. Nearly all the important po- sitions in that part of the country are held by New Englanders. No matter where you go, on the rail- roads or elsewhere, you find many of the positions of trust in the hands of men from Connecticut and other New England states. The states attor ney, fellow named Burke, Is from Bridgeport, and, by the way, he was the only man I happened to meet there that was born so near Water bury. Oh, it is a good place for q man who Is not afraid to work. The bulk of the people are of the English speaking class, and most of them are well off. There Is large number Of well-to-do residents of Irish extrac- ton in Cheyenne and have three of them as neighbors. just few miles distant. We don't think anything of that out there. When I'm at the end of my pasture Pm seven miles away from the house The Indians are on a reservation about 15O miles away, so they don't bother us. Wolves and bears are quite plentiful, but they keep on the high ground and We see them but seldom The coyote pays us regular visits, but we keep an eye out for him. There is game in abun- dance and q man who Is a good shot can always make sure of something good for dinner"
 MT Curtiss Is q prominent Blk and has had the pleasure of meeting many members of the order in Waterbury.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-01
SOUTH END SOCIAL CLUB.

One of the merry social events of the last night of the old year was the annual banquet of the South End So- ctal club, which was held in its rooms on South Main street last night. About sixty couples were present and passed several hours very pleasantly. The rooms were prettily decorated for the occasion. Dancing was enjoyed. A fine banquet was served William J. Spain made a charming toastmaster. Louis Bergin had the pleasure of cut ting the New Year cake. Interesting remarks concerning the club were made by President Frank R. Cutting and Treasurer Bernard F. Reid. Vocal selections were well rendered by Clarence Hartford, William Quinlan William Spain and Frank Phelan. A recitation by William Lawlor scored a hit. The committee in charge consist ed Of Frank R. Cutting, Charles Bo- l&art and Charles Gumper.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-01
ROBBERIES
 FOR ONE YEAR

Cincinnati, O.. Jan 1.-The Express Gazette in its January issue gives he following summary of train and stage fobberies committed fn the United States during 1903 together with the record for the past IA years:
 The total number of trains held up In IA years is 341; total number of peo- pie killed 99; and the number of peo- pie injured (shot) 109.
 The number of trains held up in 1908 was 13, as compared with 9 last year.
 The number of stage robberies in 1908 was six; while that of last year was seven.
 This years record shows that no passengers or trainmen were killed by robbers, but there were six wounded. Last year one was killed and three were wounded.
 One robber was killed in 1903 as compared with three killed last gear.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-01
MISS WHELAN'S SUIT.
She Asks $s,000 Damages of the
 Trolley Company.

Colonel Burpee will soon prosecute the. Connecticut Railway and Lighting Co. Of which until recently he was a conspicuous defender. Miss Bridget Whelan of POO Baldwin street has en- tered suit against the above named concern through Burpee & Carmody for $5,OOO damages. Miss Whelan is housekeeper for John H. Condon on Baldwin street and on Christmas day, while closing a window Tn the house, she fell to the ground and received very serious injuries. She fractured two ribs, cut her head and arms and was gen orally and seriously disturbed with shock. Tn the first reports of the oc- renee 1t was said that she fell against a wire in her descent, thus breaking the fall, and but for that she would have been more seriously injured. It now transpires that defective cleo trio wire owned by the trolley com panv was the cause of the accident, This wire ran alon gside the window shutter which she was closing. It was quite loose go that 1t swayed to and fro and rubbed against the shutter. This constant rubbing wore off the in- su1ation and when Miss Whelan was closing the shutter the wire touched her on the arm, giving her a shock that caused her to lose her balance and fall from the window. The case is re- turnabie to the superior court.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-01
AT LDAvENwoRTH HALL.

Many persons enjoyed the New Years assembly which was held in Leavenworth hall last evening. The hall was handsomely decorated for the occasion. In the midst of bank of holly and Christmas trees Faulmann's s orchestra furnished fine music for the dancing, which consisted of eighteen numbers. Supper was served after 10:30, Habenstein of Hartford cater ing. The patronesses were Mrs Theo- dore I. Ddggs, Mrs Frederick B. Rice, Mrs George M. Allerton, Mrs George H. Gloves, Mrs Edward L.. Frisbie, IT, Mrs Frederick L.. A6Asns, Mrs William D Fulton and Mrs George B. Lamb. The committee was Isaac" P Kellogg, George l.. White, Jr. Archibald ID. Rice, Irving H. Chase, John R. Burrall and William IT. White.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-01
THB SUNSHINE CLUB.

The fourth annual concert and prom enade given by the Sunshine Athletic club was held at Speedwell hall on Wednesday night and attracted large crowd. It was fine success. socially and financially. Dancing was en- joyed until a late hour. The affair was ably managed by the following committees: Arrangement committee. J. F. Garfield. W. F. Donahue. c. Z Shove. M. J. McGrath. w. F. Casey; reception committed M. F. Cavanaugh. w.. D. Domaine. T. r. Canfield. W. r. Casey. T. A. Holland. c. 7. Shove. M T. McGrath A. Richenstein. F. T. O'Brien. J. J. Lyons. w. & Jackson T. F. Cunningham. T. H. Holland, T. T. McAuliff,s ]. T. Duer. ID. Johnson, W Stokes.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-01
stoddard Rearrestcd.

FALL RIVER, Mass, Jan. 1.-Al- bert L. Stoddard of Providence, R. T., who escaped from custody at Norwich, Conn.,, has been arrested here. Stod- dard was arrested and taken to Nor wich and confined in the womens room at the police station to await hear Ing at Ledyard on charge of steal Ing promissory notes and other valua- ble papers to face value of about sAo,000. He forced window at the station and escaped.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-01
The Hammer Club.

For several years past one Of the prominent social events of St Patrick's 8 day has been the banquet of the Ham mer club. Already the committee ap- pointed at the last banquet is engaged in making arrangements for the feast on March 1T. The committee, which consists of F. P. Brett, Thomas Halli- nan and H. A. Hayden intends to out. do all former committees and to ar range for spread which will surpass any one given by the club in the past
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-01
oabmen's Strike May Tie Up Trafno.

oabmen's Strike May Tie Up Trnflc.
 ST. LOUIS, Jan. L--Three hundred members of the Cabmen's and Carriage Drivers union have voted to go on strike. They demand an increase in weekly wages to $12.90, a twelve hour day, with 25 cents an hour for work overtime, and contract binding the kverymen to furnish uniform livery made by union manufacturers. It Is feared this strike may spread to other drivers, as has been threatened, and tie up the traac of the city.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-01
TRIED TO KILL WIFE.
tfan Who Had Been Drowning Melan- { Choly With Drink.

Kew York, Jan 1.-After attempting to murder his wife, Mary, by cutting her throat, Charles Diahle killed him. self by cutting the arteries of his right arm and his throat. The woman will probably die. Diahle, a gardener, had been out of work and drinking heavily and the crime was the continuation of q series of quarrels.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-01
President'. Family Honor. Irving.

WASHINGTON, Jan. Mfrs Roose- welt, accompanied by Miss Carew, Miss Ethel Roosevelt and Masters Theodore and Kermit, occupied the presidential box at the new National theater, wit messing Sir Henry Irvings perform Rnce of Waterloo" and ''The Bells" Mrs. Roosevelt was presented, with beautiful bouquet or roses by Mr. 1EyinE.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-01
INGELBORG LODGE.

The members of Tngelborg lodge. O. of ", and their friends enjoyed dance and festival in Odd Fellows hall last night They danced the old year out and the new year fin. It was a merry, event
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-01
TROOPS ON BOARD.

Port Said, Egypt, Jan IA Rus sian transport with 2.000 troops on board traversed the Suez canal yes terday, bound for Fort Arthur
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-01
DEATHS AND FUNERALS.
WILLIAM SATTLER.

William Sattler, aged 20 years, died this morning at the home of his par ents, MT and Mrs Joseph Sattler, % Seymour street. Besides his parents he leaves one brother. Paul, and two sisters. Annie and Mamie. The de- ceased was an employe of the Water bury Clock Go up to short time ago when he was obliged to give up on ac- count of poor health He was a young man who had many friends. The funeral will take place Sunday afternoon at 2:3O o'clock with service at the Third Congregational church and interment in Riverside cemetery
 William Robert, son of Mir and Mrs George !. Westberg of 152 Orange street died last Tuesday and was bur fed yesterday.
 The funeral of Mrs Margaret O'Brien will take place from the fam fly residence on Bank street at S:80 tomorrow morning.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-01
L.E:HICH COAL

Right Into your bin .s where We de- liver the best coal to be had in the clty, at the lowest market price. Our Lehigh. coal has made many fast friends. This coal contains very little s..ate-rlo dirt, and a clinker Is q stranger to it. Give us a trial order and we are sure of permanent cus- toner.