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Churchill standard. (Fallon, Nev) 1903-1908, 1904-04-02
CONFESSES
TO CRIME


Robinson. was arrested near
Hazen Wednesday, night while
en- route to the railroad in COM
pany with Robinson on a charge
of being q fugitive from justice
on a warrant sworn to by one
Caius D. Conan, alias Royce,
who now oecupiss cell in the
county jail, a confessed criminal.
The warrant recited that in
January, 1894. Oaius d. Conan,
alias Royce, was postmaster of
Tempeleau, Wisconsin. and that
he distracted from the mails
$632, being assisted in. the theft
by Ethel A. Ransom, alias
Royce. whose home is Monroe,
Nebraska.
Thursday morning the So
called Mrs. Royce was given a
hearing and detained until the
United States District Attorney
of Wisconsin. could be communi-
Gated with. Yesterday a dis
patch was received to hold the
man as there was an indictment
hanging over his head, but no
indictment against the woman
and she, if guilty, is protected
by the statute of limitations.
She was accordingly set free.
The confession of Conan was
brought about in this way. He
drifted into towq and proceeded
forthwith TO the Bailey ranch,
where Mrs. Royce was at the
time employed. Robinson, the
woman's former employer. was
also working there. A heated
conversation ,tookyplaces between
the two regarding money mat
ttrs. She finally told him if he
did not leave her alone she would
put him where he would not
bother her. He came TO town
and made an open confession TO
Deputy Attorney Willis and
Sheriff Robert Shirley, at the
same time swearing to a war
rant charging her with being
his accomplice. This action
was taken by the confessor to
compel the return of the woman
to his old home. as a witness
that the world, as he said,
should know the part she played
in his downfall. ee.
Conan had no more than left
the Bailey ranch when Robinson
and the woman started for the
railroad. it being the object of
Robinson to essay the part of
the hero, and get his former
trusted employeeout Of harms
way and save her the annoy
ance the new comer's presence
would cause. She was followed
by Deputy Sheriff Sanford and
brought back with the result
above mentioned.
When seen BY a STANDARD rep
resentative she denied comain's
story and branded it as a lie.
When asked a question'her good
friend Robinson told her the less
she said to . reporter the better
off she would be. She smiled
upon him sweetly for this bit of
information and our interview
was cut short.
While Conan is much cha
grined at loosing his point, he is
eager to get back and pay the
penalty. Ten years eluding the
police has aged him, so he says
A marshal will arrive here in a
few days and take the prisoner
Churchill standard. (Fallon, Nev) 1903-1908, 1904-04-02

Before purchasing real estate
in Fallon. call on w. B. Wiyrick.
He will give you a good bar
gain.
Churchill standard. (Fallon, Nev) 1903-1908, 1904-04-02

If you want a lot in FaIlon
go to M. M. Hix.
The Paducah sun. [volume] (Paducah, Ky.) 1898-1906, 1904-01-07
GOES TO NEW YORK
FORMER PADUoAH NEWSPAPER
MAN LEAVES LOUISVILLE.

"Mr Charles Dobbs, formerly con-
neoted with the Times, has resigned
his position to become the managing
editor of Wilshire's magazine, in New
York, one OF the leading Socialistic
publications of America, says yester-
days Louisville Times. Mr.. Dobbs il
a capable newspaper man, who has a
high standing in the fraternity in Lou
isville. His work as dramatic critic
on The Times won for him the de-
served reputation of being a bright
writer, a man Of ready wit and an OBJ
server of unusual keenness. lie has
been allied with the sooialistic move
ment for several years and is now ma
tional committeeman from Kentucky
OF the Socialist party He has been il
New York for the past three weeks.
Mr.. Dobbs is we'll known in Padu
cab, having been on the Paducsl
News a few years age. lie is broth
err of Rev. Gilbert Dobbs, formerly
pastor at the First Baptist churcl
here.
The Paducah sun. [volume] (Paducah, Ky.) 1898-1906, 1904-01-07
MAMMOTH CAGE
WILL CONTAIN BIRDS OF MANY
VARIETIES AND WILL BE
IMMENSE AFFAIR.

st. Louis, Jan. THE installation
of the United States governments bird
osge-235 feet long, 90 feet wide and
so feet high-hss been commenced at
the worlds fair. The ground here is
low and so heavily wooded with oak
that no less than 10 big trees are CON
tanned in the area occupied by the bird
cage.
A walk OF IL feet wide will pass
completely around the cage, and
through its center tunnel of the
same width will allow visitors a close
inspection of the birds.
The Paducah sun. [volume] (Paducah, Ky.) 1898-1906, 1904-01-07
GOV. Beckham Decides on Those
10 Serve.
Or. Milton Board 10 Succeed Or. Ray
a. Hopkinsville-Late State
News
MATTERS GENERAL INTEREST

Frankfort Ky, Jan. 7-Governor
Beckham will send to the state senate
his appointments at the insane ssy-
lums for the coming four years for
confirmation. He has decided upon
appointments as follows:
Central Asylum, at Lakeland-Dr.
]. G.. Furnish, superintendent; Judge
Matt o'Doherty. Mr. Will II. Newman
and Mr.. Charles p Dehler, all Of Lou
isville, as commissioners 90 succeed
John Barrett and DR.. T. p. satter-
white. whose terms have expired, and
Charles Y. Taylor, resigned.
Eastern Asylum, at Lexington
DIR. J. ). Rsdwine, superintendent,
to succeed himself.
Western Asylum, at Hopkinsville-
DIR. Milton Bosrd, Of Breckenridge
county, superintendent, to succeed
DR.. W. W. Ray; Eli Berry, Of Owens,
boro. steward. TO succeed Buckper
Leavell, of Hopkinsville.
State Feeble minded Institute, at
Frankfort-Dr James W. Hill, Of
Nelson county, superintendent, to sue
coed DIR. O. o. overs, Of Maysville
Alb G. Rhea, OF Russellville, steward,
20 succeed J. Morgan Chinn, resigned
DIR. Hill has for four year past been
first assistant, physician at Lakeland
asylum. IL is probable that DR. O. O.
Owens, the retiring official at the in
stitution here, Will succeed DR.. Hill
at Lakeland.
The list of appointments sent to the
senate for approval will also contain
the names of the present first physi
clan, w. A. Lackey; second assistant
stephens and third assistant DIR. Flor
ence Meder al the Hopkinnsyillo asy
lum, and DIR. Lewis Mulligan, first
assistant, and DIR. A. A. Bailey, sec
ond assistants at the Lexington asylum
Appointments made some time age
of commissioners at the Hopkinsvill'
and at the Lexington asylum will alsC
be sent in for confirmation.
The Paducah sun. [volume] (Paducah, Ky.) 1898-1906, 1904-01-07
WILL BE GIRST
REPUBLICAN CONVENTION IN
KANSAS IN MlRCh

Topeka, Kan, Jan. The Repub-
liosn state committee in session here
pursuant to the call OF Chairman Al
baugh, for the purpose of deciding
upon the date and place for the state
convention TO select delegates to the
Republican national convention, de-
cided to hold the convention early in
March, in order to be the first state
convention of 1904 to come out strong
for the denomination OF President
Roosevelt.
The Paducah sun. [volume] (Paducah, Ky.) 1898-1906, 1904-01-07
MIGHT BE USEFUL.

Senator Depew was chatting recent
ly with Congressman who, during
the civil war, was twiTe drafted, and
each time furnished q substitute.
The subject of air ships was under
discussion, and the Congressman
asked;
Senator, do you believe that bal
looms will ever be useful in war;"
"Well, think some persons might
mud them handy in case Of draft. -
Philadelphia Ledger.
The Paducah sun. [volume] (Paducah, Ky.) 1898-1906, 1904-01-07
VOLCANO IN KENTUCKY.

Owingsville, KY, Jan. "A minia-
turo volcano hss made its appearance
on Sugar Loaf mountain, in Rowan
county, three miles from Morebead.
An aperture has been there some time
and gas has been escaping. Recently,
however, dust and rock have been
blown out, accompanied by a deep
rumbling noise. People in that SEQ
tion are greatly frightened and are
preparing to leave If the volcano as
sumes dangerous proportions.
The Paducah sun. [volume] (Paducah, Ky.) 1898-1906, 1904-01-07
RECEIVED SAD NEWS.

Fulton. KY, Jan. Mr.. Alling-
ton. an !. O. employe here, has received
sad news. His father, mother and sis
ter reside in Chicago. and he learned
that all three lost their lives by being
trampled to death by the excited
crowd during the Iroquois fire.
The Paducah sun. [volume] (Paducah, Ky.) 1898-1906, 1904-01-07

9. Gates, He had been acting as bar
tender and was speaking to jolly
crowd, when suddenly he left then,
went upstairs and shot himself. He
had been in a happy mood and the
cause for his act IL . mystery.
The Paducah sun. [volume] (Paducah, Ky.) 1898-1906, 1904-01-07
DEATH IN GRAVES.

Mayfeld. KY, Jan. Mrs. Bet
tic Clspp, wife Of Mr. John Clapp,
died a, her home near Dublin, aged
81. She leaves q husband and six
children. She was taken sick on Thurs
dav
The Paducah sun. [volume] (Paducah, Ky.) 1898-1906, 1904-01-07
TO HOLD COURT MARTIAL.

Dsnvillc, KY, Jan. MAJOR Z.
W. Lillard, Of this city, has been ap-
pointed by Adjutant General Haley to
hold several courts martials throughout
the mountain counties. Several ugly
charges are registered against mem
bers Of the state guard throughout the
state and courtmartisls will be held in
several towns in Central Kentucky.
The Paducah sun. [volume] (Paducah, Ky.) 1898-1906, 1904-01-07
CoRBIN DAMAGED.

Oorbin. KY, Jan. Fire. which
broke out tonight at this place, de-
stroyed four residences and general
store, causing q loss Of $4,000. The
fire started in the residence OF Ernest
Doll. A hard fight by citizens and
Louisville and Nashville engine crews
saved the entire town from destruc
tfon
The Paducah sun. [volume] (Paducah, Ky.) 1898-1906, 1904-01-07
UNEXPLAINED SUICIDE.

Newport, Ky, Jan. William
Sechrest, OF Crittenden, Ky, commit
ted suicide in a room above saloon
at Erlanger conducted by his uncle, A.
The Paducah sun. [volume] (Paducah, Ky.) 1898-1906, 1904-01-07

The Victor went into Tennessee
river yesterday after a tow OF ties.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-04-07
important Meeting.

The members of the X. O. T.
NJ. will hold an important session
on next Tuesday evening at their
quarters in the Wells building.
Among other business to be tran
sacted will be the Initiation of
twenty-five new members into
the order. State Commander G.
G. Showalter, of Parkersburg, will
be in attendance at the meeting.
After all business matters have
been attended to a social meeting
will be held at the Citizens hose
house, where a banquet will be
served. All members are re.
quested to be present on this oc-
casion.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-04-07
T.. O. r.. M. BANQUET.

The Ladies of the Maccabees
gave a banquet last evening at the
Hotel Mercer. Covers were laid
for forty people, and an elegant
repast was served consisting of
six courses. The handsome and
commodiOus dining hall was pro-
fusely decorated for the occasion
with Easter flowers and potted
plants. The evening was most de-
lightfully spent in pleasant So
cial manner. All those in attend
ance speak very complimentary
of the genial manager, Harry
Commit, of the Hotel Mercer, for
the courtesies he extended them.
This is one of the most popular
organizations in the city, and is
growing at rapid rate.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-04-07
LUST FOR CONQUEST

Russia and Japan are not alone
in conquest, for from almost ev-
cry quarter Of the globe the
sound of battle is coming. A lust
for conquest that is Unsuitable is
burning in the hearts Of the great
nations. Manchuria is the reward
for which Russia is striving in the
Far East, whatever formal reas-
ons may be assigned for the war.
Japan undoubtedly looks to pre-
eminence in Korea s affairs, if not
to actual acquisition. All along
the line the stake is the same.
In Africa the Germans and the
Belgians are Systematically eX-
tending the zone of their power.
The British expedition into Thibet
is today on the lips of every i'll
dividual. From Sumatra the
news has come of Dutch activity
in Archin. The pity of all this is
that it is being paid for in blood.
Native forces Of vastly inferior
equipment and organization are
being slaughtered by the thous-
ands. In Thibet the British pit
ted their magazine rifles and
mounted batteries against the
match locks and lances of the
people Of that mysterious table
land. In Sumatra SAL Archinese
were killed in single skirmish,
while the Dutch lost but three
men. In Africa unknown num-
bers of blacks have te%l slaugh-
tered. Oncoming ages may find
in these a reward that will show
The work to have leo, worth
while. Civilization never spreads
more surely than when it follows
the sword. That much abused
phrase benevolent assimila-
ton" often hides the use of saw
age measures to pave the way for
modern systems of life and gov
eminent. The faith Of Moslem
was carried on tide of blood to
every continent save the Amerl-
can. Today it would seem that
Christianity rs waging it's battle
under the same banner.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-04-07
Fooled the Book Agent.

There was a disgruntled' book
agent in Weston last week. On
his rounds there he ran across an
intelligent looking man and ne
preached the subject of books to
him. The man seemed interested
and the agent talked to him half
an hour. Then he said, "Shall
I put you down for a copyH" The
man Strengthened up and with I'M
concern replied "You can put me
down for 100000 copies. " He
was an inmate of the asylum.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-04-07
TYLER COUNTY
FOR DAWSON

A dispatch was sent out from
Niddlebourne Saturday night to
the effect that of the delegates
appointed at the Republican dis
trict. conventions Saturday to the
State conventions, nine were for
Teter and eight for Dawson. Up
on this report all the politicians
and newspapers of the State have
been reporting the county in this
way, and we did the same thing
in the Oil Review. The facts are
entirely different. Outside of Lin
coin district there are twelve del
egates and ten of them are out
and out Dawson men and two for
Teter. In Lincoln district there
is one delegates who for personal
reasons is for Teter, the other
four so far unpledged. The vote
therefore, so far is 10 for Daw-
son, 8 for Teter and 4 unpledged
to either candidate. Giving all
the doubtful votes to Teter Daw-
son will have ten to seven instead
Of nine for Teter and 8 for Daw-
son as first reported. This report
is correct, and has been verified
by an actual canvas with the del
egates.
The Republican County Execu-
tive committee stands five for
Dawson and one for Teter.
It is conceded now that Dawson
will be the nominee of the Repub-
licans, not because of the man,
but because he is pledged to tax
reform, to laying Il reasonable fax
on coal, oil and gas. Had Te:er
stood for this reform he would
have been nominated, but the
good people of the little Noun
tain State of West Virginia be-
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-04-07
Weather Conditions.

A moderate high area of pres
sure this morning overlies the
Ohio valley and the lower lake
regions, while another high ap-
pears over Montana. Light rains
have fallen over the Ohio valley
and the lower lake region. The
temperatures are generally above
the normal except over the north
ern and central Rocky mountain
region. The prospects are for
showers tonight and Friday.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-04-07
Charles r. Mercer for Sheriff.

Today appears the formal an
nouncement of Charles F. Mercer,
the well known oil producer and
proprietor of the Mercer Hotel, OF
this city, as a candidate for Sher-
'iff. Mr.. Mercer did not decide to
make the race until the Executive
committee decided to hold a pri-
mary election. AS soon as this
was announced by the committee
that a primary would be held, he
started out electioneering. He
proposes to make an active fight
from this time until the primary
election is over. Mr.. Mercer was
born in June, 1856, in the county
of Noble, in the State Of Ohio.
Thirty years ago he moved to this
county, where he has resided ever
since, living during that time in
Ellsworth, McElroy, Union and
Lincoln district, so he is well
known all over the county. He
resided most of this time on his
farm of $50 acres in Ellsworth
district, but has been a resident OF
this city for the past four or five
years.
Mr.. Mercer is well known
among the oil men, business men
and the farmers. He is thorough
ly competent to discharge the du.
ties of this office, and promises if
elected to devote his whole time
to the duties of a Sheriff. He is
pleasant, genial, well liked, popu-
lar and has never before asked
for an office, although he has al
ways been an active worker in
the Republican ranks. He says
he needs the office, and if his
friends will help him to secure the
nomination he will do his whole
duty to the best of his ability.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-04-07
SPRING STYLES.
Writings New Writing Papers.

We have placed on sale today
the largest line of Writings pa
pers we have ever had, consisting
of the very latest things in writ
ing paper, envelopes, tablets, type
writing papers. All new styles,
and the best paper made in the
world. You are invited to call
and inspect the line whether you
wish to buy or not. Not a box Of
paper in the line that has ever
before been shown in this city.
McCOY'S BOOK STORE.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-04-07
Miizz4!!ssie,9H
= OIL

penetfates the Pores of the Skin
Reaches the Seat of the Trouble
Drives out the Pain
Cures the Disease
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-04-07
Preshytery To Meet Here.

The Parkersburg Presbytery of
the Presbyterian church will
meet in two days. session in this
city next Tuesday and Wednes-
day-the 10Th and 18th. There
will be quite a number of minis
tiers and elders here and consid-
cradle business of Importance
will be transacted.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-04-07

Why not try it7 1t can do for you what It has
done for others.
C.. s. Burrell, Dennison, Tex, writes: suffered
for wears with Lame Back caused from In.
fammation of the Kidneys. Sometimes could not
straighten up and at times could not turn in bed;
HamIins Wizard Oil has cured me and feel
better than have in thirty years.
John Ogden, Willows, Cal, writes, had
Rheumatism in my hand so badly that the joints
became stiff and had not been able to close the
hand in two years. A few applications OF Hamins
Wizard Oil removed the Contraction Of the
Cords and have since had entire use OF my
hand.
There is only one Wizard Oil -HarniinS.
name blown in the bottle. Signature "HamEn
Bros" on wrapper. Take no substitute. Soc
and 81. 90.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-04-07

be
the moneyh
Suits from $3.50 to $500
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-04-07

lieve in all interests being requir-
ed to pay a reasonable tax and
propose to elect men who will
have such a law enacted.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-04-07
ANNOUNCEMENTS.

ALI announcements for State,
County and City Offices must be
paid strictly cash in advance. We
will make no deviation from this
rule in favor of any candidate.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-04-07
Lame Back
Stiff Joints
Contracted Cords

These affections have made thousands OF hte
long cripples. Thousands Of cripPles have peer
cured Permanently by the use OF the best AND
most reliable of all Family remedies.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-02-13
Our Daily Sbcrt Story

were the ones she had remembered al through those long years:
 ''This valentine to thee I send.
 Tn. prove my love, my dearest friend.
 My valentine, Oh! wilt thou be,
 My love, my life. I'll give to thee.'
 For a long time she gazed at the lines. and the burden of years seemed to roll away. With eyes very bright she walked across the room to the old-fashioned desk in the corner David had done his part; she must do hers.
 Dear David" she wrote. Yours re- ceived. Please forgive me.
 ''Eiixabeth Moore"
 She sealed it with trembling hands and called little Pat Ryan to so to the other end of the town and deliver 1t into Mir. Stones own hands. He started as 1t seemed, reluctantly.
 What ails the child todayT' she said to herself. ''He doesn't act natural. Sure ly he knows I'll pay him for going! I wonder if David will come tonight?"
 At the thought she flew from room to room trying to make the immaculate little cottage even cleaner.
 It was early fin the evening when David came. They greeted each other rather bashfully and there was an awkward si- lence. David shufied his feet uneasily, then burst out.
 T came, Beth, soon's I got your note. But want you should know that I was coming tonight anyway. I'd made up my mind before I heard from you. I don't know what you mean by yours received for. I decided not to write. but to just come and surprise you"
 You didn't send this.' gasped Miss Moore in consternation, bringing out the valentine. Why you must havei Mo- body else wouldr'
 T wish I could say 'yes,' but I didn't know. or didn't think. what day 1t was! Now. Beth, want to talk to you"
 An hour later a knock was heard and on the doorstep.
 'Ah, no. Miss Moore. I'll not come in, seein' yer hev company. I'll jest be after sayin' that Patsy's feelin' that bad cause yer didn't say nothin' es all about the valingtine he bought yer wid his own money. that T."
 Patsy! Was 1t Patsy? demanded Miss Moore. grasping both of the voman's hands. "Oh. didn't know-indeed, I didn't! Poor child! Mrs Ryan, that val entine has brought me the greatest hap piness of my life! And now you send Pat sy right over here. We've want to thank him.
 Soon after Patsy Ryan sat in the little clean kitchen munching ginger cakes with great satisfaction. and watching the big man that was holding Miss Moore's hand Although this time Cupid was red headed and covered with freckles and dirt he had played his part we'll
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-02-13
NEW LODGE OF ELKs.
Antlersd Tribe Will Have Home in
 Opelika.

Antlered Tribe Will Have Home in
 opelika.
 opelika. Feb. 12-(SpeciaD-With membership to be; of fifty-two, the Ope- lIka Lodge of EIks will start off well. l.. M, Cooper has forwarded the names and necessary money to the state head quarters and the Elks lodge will be insti- tuted in a few days.
 In Lee County there are many good men out for a few offices. As near as they can be enumerated, J. B. Lyons. ]. B. Greene, and W. c. Robinson are for Probate Judge, W. M. Bass and s. C.. Mitchell for collector, J. H. Johnson, Willis Robinson and D. M. Banks for county superintendent of education. War ren Williams, W. C. Goodwin, John Sum- mergill, D. W. Capps, A. H. Slaughter. Boothe Ingram, A. J. McElhaney T. J. Stevens and J. J. Copeland are desirous of being treasurer, H.C. Johnson. J. E. Wag- non, w. T. Andrews. J. M. Thomas, c. w. Sims, are for Assessor, J. B. Graves for County Commissioner and R. l.. Ham mock also aspires to the same office. James l. Meadors, c. W. Hudson and B. H. Madden are for the clerk of the court while Hon. c. A. L. Sanford for circuit solicitor has the county practically solid.
 Deputy Marshal H. Gibson arrested John Hester an alleged illicit distiller in Randolph County last night. He was tried here before Commissioner Sanford today and bound over to the Federal Grand Jury.
 Mrs. Amanda Ingram died at the home of her son J. J. Ingram Satuday and her remains were inferred in the city ceme- tery. She left a large number of rela- tives in this and Russell County.
 William M Willis of this city and Miss Rosa Herring of Ridge Grove were mar ried at the brides home last night. A large number of friends of the contract ing parties were present.