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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
Supporting Their Tails.

A species of sheep in the east, conl- mon in Syria, is so encountered by the weight of its tail that the shepherds fix 8 piece of thin board to the under part, where it is not covered with thick wool, to prevent it from being torn by the bushes, etc. Some have small wheels affixed to facilitate the dragging of these boards after them. The tail of common sheep of this sort usually weighs 15 pounds or up- wards, while that of larger species, after being we'll fattened, will weigh 50 pounds.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17

Deric, testified to the card parties. ana then Marsh took the stand. Examined by Mr Kennedy, he said he lives at 5e Fuller street and has been in town about ten years. He has been ac. quainted with Willis vandemarlc about three and one-half years. On the night of February 26 he was at his brother-in-law's, Deric De Voc. He reached there about s:3O and left about. 11:45. All the interevening time he was in the house. There was party there, and the principal amusement was cards. He was positive about this for the night before he was at a birthday party next door. Was posi- i've he did not see Willis Vandemarlxa on the night of February %, Wolcott, Morrissette, Ball or any of tho boys who have testified in this case. Nor was he in the pool room that night Ef this he was sure. He did not see Thomas Quinn at the corner of West Main and North Willow streets, but he did pass by that corner on the night in question, and has never been con- vlcted of any crime. Since his tria1' last spring he has been in Waterbury. He denied being at Faber's switch. Hurlburt's shop or the Model laundry, or that he took any part in the assanlt
 Cross-examined by Mir Root. He! knew all the places just mentioned. but could not say when he last saw accused before February 26. He may have seen him at the meeting of the union which met twice day that time. The day he was arrested he did not know about Vandemark's whereabouts on the night in question He was too busy thinking up where he was that night himself. He became acquainfedl with Ball last May when Ball got nt job as fireman on the Highland diyis-. ion. He knew sWolcott few months before the strike, that being about the time he opened the pool room. Wit& ness was there a few times. He knew Thorpe and the rest of the boys bX name at the trials in the city court He did not see Warren on February 26. This closed with Marsh and Vandemark took the stand.
 Counsel expect to finish taking evi< dence to-day. Each of the three at- torneys for the defense will take part in the arguments. which will begin Tuesday. This will allow the state to speak three times. According to these calculations verdict may be reached Wednesday,.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
Prince George,s Stick.

One of the most highly prized articles in the possession of Prince George, of Greece, is 8 stick which is covered with gold. On the handle are engraved the words: ''Te Prince George, for bravery" The stick is the one with which the prince, when he was touring in Japan with the present czar as his companion, felled a rufian who endeavored to in- f1ict bodily injury on the future ruler of Russia. The then czar borrowed the stick, which was a plain wooden one, and returned it in the condition that it is now
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
WAS BADLY USED UP.
James A. Johnson Still at Hospital
 and Unable to See Friends.

Friends of James A. Johnson. who was seriously if not fatally injured in row with Officer Dodds the other evening, have, it is said, determined to ask for an inquiry into the affair when his state of health permits, if he ever again reaches that condition. His friends are doubtful that it will
 Johnson's father lives in Washing ton, this state, and being unable to come to town to inquire about the af- fair; had a friend here yesterday. This man talked the matter over with the officials of a Swedish society of which Johnson is a member, and they ad- yised having photographs of him taken to make use of in the inquiry they ex- pect to have made The person se- lected for taking the photographs would not be allowed to see the man, by order of the doctors attending him. who say that his condition is such the utmost quiet is absolutely necessary, and it is impossible that anyone can see him. Dozens of people have called at the hospital for that purpose and all of them had to leave without seeing him.
 Those who know Johnson are sur prised and cannot understand how he got into such a fracas with police man. They yrhe was an exception ally quiet young man and that physi> cally Officer Dodds is his superior by long odds. They further say that he was with friend. and that the latter walked away when the officer put his hands on Johnson, remarking that he did not wish to get into scrap with a policeman.
 Johnson was employed by the Wa terbury Clock Go and was a member Of the Mutual Aid association Of that concern. All his physical and personal characteristics only tend to increase the wonder among those who knew him, and particularly among his fel- low employees, as to the cause of the severe beating he got from the police man.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
ANNUAL EVENT.
Evacuation of Boston By British
 Troops Celebrated To-Day.

Boston, March 1.-The 12Sth ami yersary Of the evacuation of Boston by the British troops was observed here today In South Boston, where the day has been yearly celebrated, the occasion was of additional signifi- canoe as it was the centennial anni- yersary of the annexation of South Boston to Poston. The guest of honor was Secretary of the Navy William H. Moody.
 There were two parades, one under the auspices of the Citizens associa- tion of South Boston and the second by the Ancient Order of Hibernians. The Citizens was confined entirely to fhe South Boston district, while that of the Hibernians traversed the prin- cipal streets of the city proper
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
CITY NEWS

Miss Nellie Ahern of Manchester 1s| visiting with her sister, Mrs E. IAl i Maloney, Il Kingsbury street. The annual assembly of the em- ployes of the Curran Dry Goods Col will be held in Leavenworth hall t0~ night.
 Miss Mabel Boice. a niece of Mrs Charles F. Saxe. who has been very i'll with pneumonia, is recovering and able to go out.
 The funeral Of Carlotta ID. Thomp~ son will take place from the family
 residence, p Wood street, Saturday, afternoon at 2 o'clock. Thomas S. Deegan, one of the pops1- lar members of Waterbury lodge of Elks, is paying a visit to friends i11 Waterbury for the first time in several years.
 J. G. Twining is now in his new store in the ConIon building at 148 South Main street. He had to gel out of the old rink in hurry, and is selling goods at loss rather than store them away.
 An important pool match has been arranged between Johnson of New Britain, who claims the championship Of the state, and Robert Stone man-i ager of the Wooster billiard parlors in this city. It will be q 300 point game. The first 100 points will be played in New Britain tomorrow night, the sec ond 100 in Danbury next Tuesday. and the final 100 at the Wooster in this city on some date to be decided upon later. %
 The funeral of Lawrence Smith took | place yesterday afternoon from thel family residence, 1043 North Main { street, with service by the Rev Mr. Haywood and interment in Pine Grove cemetery. Mrs Ashley rendered two solos at the house. The bearers were Harry Comstock, Herbert Taylor. The odore Vaughan and George Heebner. There was a large number Of beautiful floral tributes.
 Mary Noonan. daughter of Mir and Mrs James Noonan of 149 South Main street. died this morning. Besides her parents she leaves four sisters and four bro hers. Alice. Della. Margaret. Anna, Michael Patrick. Dennis and James. The deceased was an employs of the New England Watch Go and was held in high esteem by all who knew her. The funeral will take place Saturday morning with mass Of requiem at the Immaculate Conception churc1 and interment in new St Jos- eph's cemetery.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
SUMMERS MUST co. President Roosevelt
 Has Said So. Charges Against Senator
 Dietrich Brought if About-Republican State
 Committeeman to Take
 His Place.

, Washington. March l7.-As a result of the inquiry into the charges against Senator Dietrich of Nebl aska, Williamson $. Summers, United States district attorney of Nebraska, will be removed from office. Presi- dent Roosevelt to-day informed Sena- tor Dietrich and Editor Rosewdter of the Omaha Bee that he would take such action against MT Summers. The probabilities are that Chairman Lind say, of the republican state commit tee of Nebraska, will be appointed to succeed him.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
When Photographing Stars.

Star photography is one of the most tedious operations known. Tn some cases the plate must be exposed for several hours. During all this time both the plate and the telescope must be moved so that the image of the star will be stationary on the plate. Only the image of one star at a time can be secured unless those adjoining happen to be of the same size.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
Rev. ScheII Wins Libel Suit.

BOSTON, March IT. - A superior court jury has returned verdict in favor of Rev. E. A. Schell of Chica go in his suit for libel against pr. Charles Parkhurst, editor, and the Boston Wes- leyan association, publishers of Zion's Herald. The jury fixed damages at $24,OOO. The suit arose over state ments printed in Zion's Herald in 1899 regarding the publication by Mr. ScheH
 in collaboration with E. o. Excell of Chicago, composer, of sacred song
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
WOULDN'T LEAVE HOME.
Officer Ordered to the Philippines
 SEo. Himself at Omaha.

Omaha, March IT,, Major William $. Bean, U. s. A., committed suicide to-day by shooting. He had been or dered to the Philippines and had his trunks packed this morning. Immedt-| ately afterwards he asked his wife to- play the piano and while she was piay~' ing he placed the barrel of an army re- The bullet entered the brain and he died instantly.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
COUNT BEGAN TO-DAY

Indianapolis, March 17.-The count of the miners votes on the acceptance or rejection of the two years scale of fered by the mine owners began to- day at the national headquarters. The tellers will announce the result to-mor- row. The national officers of the miners say that unofficial returns re- ceived by them indicate that 139.0O0 miners voted. Of thase S7,0O0 voted to accept the offer and 52,000 voted to strike.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
MISS RYAN'S DEATH.
Eldest Daughter of Fir. and Hrs. John
 Ryan of North Main Street.

Marie Louise Ryan, daughter of MT and Mrs John Ryan, of North Main street, died this morning at the resi- dence of her parents, at half past ten. The funeral will be held tomorrow morning from the family residence to St Thomas's church and interment will be 1n St Joseph's cemetery. Owing to illness in the family the flu neral will be strictly private.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
EARTHouAKE SHOCKS

Seattle. Wash, March 1.-TWO earthquake shocks were felt here last night, the first of five seconds and the second of fifteen seconds duration. A vibration from east to west, ksevere enough to rattle dishes, move chairs and shake up the higher buildings oc- cured. Tn the church of the Immacu- late Conception . big congregation was assembled aIsess :. small panic was acused by the earthquake,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
SAILED FOR NAPLES.

Rome, March 17.-Archbishop Ear ley of New York left for Naples to- day. The party will sail tomorrow At the moment of his departure Arch bishop Farley said he had been touched and delighted by the kind way he had been treated during his four weeks stay here by all, from his holiness to the lowest prelate.-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
Impriaonmcnt For nne1ist.

DRESDEN, March IT. = Lieutenant von Krohn has been condemned by court martial to four months impris- onment in a fortress for challenging to and fighting duels with his brother officers in defense of his family honor. His opponents, Lieutenants Bax, Thorn and Gerlach were respectively con- demned to six, fifteen and twenty-four months imprisonment in fortress,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
MRS MTT,ES TIT,

Washington, March 17.-Mrs Miles, wife of General Nelson A. Miles, is lyire, ill at their home in this city. Hes ccs1lition has been exceedingly crt cal, and although some improve ms 1t is noted today, no hope is held .os for her recovery.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
OIL FIELDS BURNED

Houston, Tex, March 17.-Fire last night burned over large section of the Batson oil field ill Hardin county The loss is about $5O,OOO The proper- ty destroyed includes 10000 barrels of oil in storage and twenty or more der ricks.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
HARRY sANToRD.s ESTATE.

Bridgeport, March 1.-The invensA tory of the estate of the late Harry Sanford, formerly president of the Adams Express company, was today made public. The total value is $5,-l 27,469 93. This consists of perEonais property and real estate.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
WEATHER FORECAST

Forecast for Connectieut: Fair to- day; Friday rain in south, snow or rain in north portion; warmer tonight; warmer Friday; fresh variable winds, becoming seasterly by Friday.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17

Leave all job printing or-ars at the Democrat office, such as tickets. win dow hangers, bills. badges, programs, door checks. and in fact anything and everything that can be printed, from one letter up to full sheet poster.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
DROPPED DEAD

Chicago, March 17.-General H. H. Thomas, recently removed as federal appraiser, dropped dead to-day of heart disease.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17
RECEIVER NAMED.

Knoxville, Tenn, March 17.-In the federal court here to-day W.J. Oliver of this city was appointed receiver of the Tennessee Central railroad.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17

Lao Yang. Manchuria, March IT, Troops are still concentrating here and are forming guerilla detachments. Prices have risen enormously.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-03-17

St Petersburg, March 17.-The Bourse Gazette says Japan's hope of aid from America is gone and she now looks only to China. With the latter's hatred of the west i'll view, she is trying her best to effect an alli- ance. The Gazette predicts that Chi nese neutrality will soon be broken.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1904-12-03
Real Estate Transfers

For the week ending November 80,
1904, furnished by .. A. Cortright,
register of deeds:
HI. B. Flvr and wife to Charleston
bick; all of block SO except lots /, 6, 4,
8, 9.
Trego County to ]. j. keraus; east
half of lots 5, 6, I. 8, block "a.
e. M. Wagner and wife to George
Stebbins; northeast quarter of Sec
tiOn 36-14-22
Ernest Hillman ct al to r. r. Jones:
lot IA, block Al.
Michael Spraight to Catherine San
try; northwest quarter of section g.
1924
A. B. Jones ct al to w. III. Athow;
inches of she south side of lot %.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1904-12-03

In letter to Senator Long, W. A.
Richards, commissioner of the general
land Office, states the purpose Of the
department of the interior to CONSOLE
date the four land districts into
three. The offices at present are To-
Gated at Topeka, Dodge City, Wa
Kesney and Colby.
The consolidation is to be made un-
der authority of a law which provides
that when the number of acres of va
cant public land in district is reduc-
ed to less than 100, 600 acres, the sec
rotary of the interior shall discon-
tue such land office; and under an
other statute that provides that when
the expenses OF a land district are
more than oDe-third Of the whole
amount of revenue collected in such
district, the president Is authorized
to discontinue such land Office.
The vacant public land in the Col
by, Kansas, district on the first of
July last was $1,000 acres; ia the
Dodge City district, 639, 900; in the
Wa-Kseney district, 225,OOO. There is
no vacant land in the Topeka district.
The expense of each office in Kan
sas last year was more than one-third
of the whole amount collected at the
particular office.
The department proposes to take
the counties of Smith, Osborne, and
parts of Mitchell and Jewell, which
are now in the Colby district, and the
counties of Rice. Reno, Kingman,
Harper, Sumner, Sedgwick, Harvev,
and parts OF Mcpherson, Marion and
Chase, which are now in the Dodge
City district and attach them to the
Topeka district.
1t is the purpose to take the coun-
ties of Greeley, Wichita, Scott, Lane,
Ness ana Rush, which are now in the
Wa Keeney district and attach them
to the Dodge City district. :
Ii is the purpose to take the re-
manning cou ties Of The Wa-Keeney
and Colby districts, and form new
district. with the land office at Coll.
The land office is retained at Tope-
ka under the provisions of the law
which authorizes the secretary of the
interior tn continue land Office
which is situated at the capital of
state, Notwithstanding that the va
cant quantity IF land in the disti let
does not amount to 100, 900 acres.
1t is probable that the consulida
tion will be made in the near future.
-State journal.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1904-12-03

Last Monday afternoon at p. M,
Mr.. Guy Dorman and Miss Leecy
Stewart were united in marriage at
the home of the groom. The cere-
mony was performed by Rev. Cox in
the presence of the family and imme-
date friends. Many nice presents
were given. The World extends con-
CALCULATIONS to these young people
and wishes them much happiness
over life'S voyage.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1904-12-03

Lost-On Wednesday of this week,
a rather small brown pocketbook con-
tanning over $12. 1t is thought that
it was lost either in George Bakers
meat market or between the meat
market and Mrs McCormick's resi-
dence. Finder will please leave pock-
etbook at postotfice or Mrs McCor-
mick's house and suitable reward will
be given.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1904-12-03

Dr. Rea has no superior in diagnOs-
ing and treating disease and deformi.
ties. He will give $50 for any case
that he cannot tell the disease and
where located in I've minutes.
All durable medical and surgical dis
eases, acute and chronic catarrh, and
Special Diseases of the Eye, Ear, Nose
and Throat, Lung disease, Early Con-
sumption. Bronchitis, Bronchial Ca
tarrh, Constitutional Catarrh, Dyspep-
STA, Sick Headache, Stomach and
Bowel Troubles, Rheumatism, Neural
via. Sciatica, Bright's Disease, Dia-
betes, Kidney, Liver, Bladder, Pros
tatic and Female diseases, Dizziness,
Nervousness, Indigestion, Obesity,
Interrupted Nutrition, Slow Growth
in Children, and all wasting diseases
in adults MANY cases OF deafness,
Ringing in the Ears, Loss of Eyesight,
Catarrh, Cross Eyes, etc, that have
can be easily restored. Deformities,
Club Feet, Curvature Of the Spine,
Disease of the Brain, Paralysis, Epll-
epsy, Heart Disease, Dropsy, Swelling
of the Limb, Structure, Open Sores,
Pain in the Bones, Granular Enlarge
ments and all long-standinR diseases
properly treated. Young, middle-aged
and old, single and married men, and
all who suffer from lost manhood, ner-
vUuS debilitieS. Spermatorrhoea, semi.
nal losses, sexual decay, falling MEM
ory. weak eyes, stunted development,
Lack of energy. impoverished blood
pimp'es, impediments TO marriage,
also blood and skin diseases. Syphilis.
Eruptions, Hair Falling, Bone Pains,
Swellings, Sore Throat, Ulcers, effect
of Mercury, Kidney and Bladder
Troubles, Weak Back, Burning Urine.
passing urine too often, Gonorrhoea,
elect. Structure, receive searching
treatment, prompt relief and cure for
life.
CANCERS. TUMORS. GOITER,
FISTULA, PILES.
Faricocele and enlarged glands with,
the SubcutdpeouS method. absolutely
without pain and without the loss of a
drop OF blood. is one of his own dis
coverieS and is the most really scien-
titic and certainly sure cure of the
century, No incurable cases
taken Consultation to those inter
estetl. / 90
DR. REA & co.
Minneapolis. MINI.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1904-12-03
Special School Meeting.


A special meeting of the voters OF
School District No. was held at the
school house in Wa-Keeney at p. M,
Friday, November 25, 1904. The
meeting was called to order by the
director. Il. B. Hiskey. In the alb
sence of the district clerk, A. S. Pea
cock, was elected clerk pro TEN.
The chairman announced the OBJ
ject of the meeting, tO-wit: The prop
osition to lease the second story of
the school building for County High
School purposes and needed repairs in
connection Herewith. General dis
cussion followed.
1t was moved and seconded that the
district board be authorized, and is
hereby authorized, to lease the Sec
ond story of the school building to
the trustees of the County High
School. rent free, for term of five
years, or longer. The motion carried
without a dissenting vote.
The second story of the school house
contains four rooms, three of which
have not been finished. partly fur
uished with stove and desks, and now
in use by the Wa-Keenev High School.
1t was moved and seconded that
the district board be authorized. and
is hereby authorized, to finish a Sec
ond story room for seating, the same
to be done at the expense of District
No. /. The motion was adopted
unanimously.
The matter of further repairs and
alterations was left to the discretion
of the district board.
The clerk was instructed to prepare
reports of the proceedings of the
meeting for publication and for pres
ervation on tile records of the district.
The meeting adjourned sine die.
Il. b. HIsKEY,
Director.
K. Z. WILSON,
treasurer.
A. ). PEACOCK.
Clerk Pro Tenn.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1904-12-03
A Guaranteed Cure tor Piles.

Itching, Blind, bleeding or Protrud-
ing Piles. Druggists refund money if
PAZO OINTMENT fails TO cure any case,
no matter nf how long standing, IN 6
To IA days. First application gives
ease and rest. SOC. If your druggist
hasn't it send SO cents in stamps and
it will he forwarded postpaid by Paris
Medicine CO., ST. Louis, Mo.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1904-12-03

The following services will be held
at the Baptist church. Sunday, De-
cember 4: Sunday school at 1000 a.
IN. Preaching by Rev. j. r. Rairclen,
of Clifton, kans., and collection for
state mission at l1.OO a. IN. B. Y. L.
o. meeting at $50 p. m. Preaching
bv pastor at 1:30 o. M c. ". G. Err
icson, Pastor
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1904-12-03
Good fresh beef at Bakers.

ATrENrIoN-At the regular meet
ing OF Captain Trego Post No. 1877, on
Saturday, December 10, will be the
annual election of officers and other
matters of Importance will come up
for consideration. All members of
the Post are earnestly requested to
attend. W. c. Olson, Commander.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1904-12-03

For SALE-'Fhe old school house in
District No. %. 1t is l6x2O feet and
II IT studding. Sealed bids will be
received up to noon On Monday, De-
cember 5th. The highest bidder gets
this building for cash in hand. Ad-
dress E. d. NEFF, Wa-Keeney, Kans.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1904-12-03
Land for Sale.

The southwest quarter of section
35-l3-14. This IS a choice location.
The owner desires quick sale. Price
$1,000 in three payments. Address c.
NJ. Bell, Utica, Kans.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1904-12-03
$4,000 to Loan.

/ have $4,000 to loan on Trego
county lands north and east OF Wa
Keeney. Write or call and see me.
w. III. HILL,
Hill City, Kans.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1904-12-03

Henry Hatch, writing for the Mail
set two posts, each 4 or 5 feet apart,
with forks at the top, if you can get
them that way" 1t will be easier to
get them than to set them that
way"