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The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
Silence Means Hot Work Close Ahead
(By the Associated Press.)

London. Aug. (Thursday)
The absence of dispatches of any
kind from the Far East this morning
leads to the belief expressed edi-
torialy in the London newspapers,
that important events are impending.
The mystery regarding the move
Ments OF the Russian cruiser which
recently overhSEsed the British steam
er Comedian. is still unso.ved.
In a dispatch to the Central News
from Copenhagen, is Is declared that
the large steamer flying the Russian
flag which passed through the Great
Belt, yesterday bound south as re-
ported i'll n dispatch from Nyberg,
Denmark, is the Russian volunteer
fleet steamer Smolensk.
The Cape Town correspondent of
the Daily Telegram understands that
strict orders have been issued that
Russian cruisers are not TO be allow
ed to coal in Cape Colony ports
without previous reference To head
quarters.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
southern's New Double Track Bridge
(By the Associated Press.)

Washington, Aug. 24.-The South
ern Railway announce that on August
%, 1904, the new double track steel
bridge across the Potomac river at
Washington, d. c.. will be completed
and on and after that date, all trains
to and from Washington via the
Southern Railway will be operated
over the bridge. This will greatly IA
cilitate traffic to and from Washington
and eliminate the delays heretofore
experienced between Washington an!
Alexandria, Va, which have been occc
casioned by the crowded condition OF
the old single track bridge.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
Rear Admiral Watson Retired.
(By the Associated Press

Washington, Aug. 24.-Rear Admit
raj John c. Watson today was placed
on the retired list of the navy, having
reached the age of 81 years He en-
tered the service in September, 1856.
served during the Civil War and in
the war with Spain, and so placed in
command of the eastern squadron
which were fitted out for cruise
across the Atlantic to lombard the
coast towns of Spain but which did
not sail owing to the fact that the
war closed. He was appointed from
Kentucky of which State he Is a ma
tive.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
To the Public.

For the second time come peIorS
the people of Wake County as a can
didate for the office of Register OF
Deeds soliciting their support IN the
Democratic Primaries to be held sep
TENDER 10th. If elected promise III
same efficient service / have rendereu
during the first term.
Respectfully,
]. J. BERNARD.
Raleigh, N c.. August 8. 1904.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
For Commissioner.

I take this method of announcing
myself as a candidate for the nominal
ton of County Commissioner. sub
ject to the action of the Democratic
primary, to be held September 10th,
1904.
If nominated and elected the peo-
pie of Wake County shall have my
best attention and service.
LEN H. ADAMS.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
PARAGUAY IN PANIC.
Preparations for Battle and Negotia-
tions for Peace Are Proceeding
simultaneously.
(By the Associated Press. }

Buenos Ayres, Aug. 24.-The panic
at Asuncion is indescribable Foreign
ers in all parts of Paraguay are
leaving under the protection of the
diplomatic corps.
Preparations for hostilities and ne
gotiations looking to the settlement of
the questions at issue between revo-
lutionists and the government are pro-
ceeding simultaneously.
The belief is growing that the gov
eminent will yield.
The rumors that a land engagement
has been fought between the revolu-
tonists and government troops. result
ing in the defeat of the latter and
the capture of four hundred men have
not yet been confirmed.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
Parker Works on Letter of Acceptance
(By the Associated Press

Esopus. N. Y, Aug. 24.-Judge Par
ker today worked on his Letter of ac-
ceptance of the nomination which will
be made public probably about Sep
TENDER II or Is. The letter will be
printed in Kingston, and it is expect
ed the proof will be ready about Sep
TENDER s.
Howard Taylor, of New York, who
was one of the organizers of the Par
ker Constitution Club, spent the after
noon with Judge Parker today. dis
cussing plans for the enlargement of
the scope of the club. 1t is expected
that as the result of the conference
the club will take an advanced posi-
ton in the national campaign.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
UOIHN hEDHOND Is HERE,
lie Comes to Attend the Convention
of the Irish League.
(By the Associated Press

New York, Aug. 24.-The White
Star Line Teutonic on which John
Redmond, the Irish leader, Mrs. Red
mond and the Nationalist members
OF Parliament. Patrick O'Brien and
Captain A. c. Donneian. were passen-
gers, arrived tonight from Queens
town and Liverpool.
The members of the Redmond par
~ nave come to attend the conven-
uon OF the Irish League which is
10 De held in New York the last two
days of August. Mr.. Redmond wae
met at Quarantine by the United states
revenue cutter Mackinac, with about
80 members of the Irish League
aboard.
on the deck OF the steamer AS.
slstant United States Attorney Byrne.
made short address of WELCOMES and
Mr.. Redmond responded briefly.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26

the water line. Her injuries will take
weeks to repair. This would have
permitted an extension of her sojourn
in a neutral port beyond the twenty
four hours which expired yesterday
but it is foreseen that the repairs
would entail such q stay at Saigon
that it is possible that questions
affecting the neutrality of the port
would be likely to arise. and there
fore Russia is disposed to disarm
the Diana. which thereafter will re-
main at Saigon during the war
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
Announcement.

1 hereby announce myself candi-
date for County Commissioners from
the western section of Wake county,
subject to the action of the Democratic
primaries. If chosen 1 promise my
best efforts to secure an economical
and wise administration of county af-
fairs. | will have no object in view
but the best interest of the county and
its tax payers. All of the support
given me Will be greatly appreciated.
w. M. YATES,
Apex, n. c., r. F. d. No. 1.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
Announcements.
To The Public:

To The Public:
l hereby announce myself a candi-
date for the office of County Commits
sioner from the northern section of
Wake county, subject to the action of
the Democratic primaries on the 10th
of September, 1904, and will thank
the public for their support.
r. p. HESTER,
Vanteen, Wake Co., N. c.
August %, 1904. 820-1mo
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
Announcement.

At the earnest solicitation of my
many friends both in the city and
county, / have decided to become a
candidate for County Commissioners,
subject to the action of the Democratic
convention.
l will appreciate the support of all
who desire a change in the present
board. Respectfully,
JULIUS LEWIS.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
To the Public.

/ desire again to call your attention
to the fact that l am a candidate
for the office of Register of Deeds,
subject to the action of the Demo-
cratic PRIMARIES. / belong to no
ring or faction. and I am a candidate
i'm the interests of no man or set of
men.
1 shall appreciate any support
given me. Respectfully,
ROBERT 2. DICKSON.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
Davis to Make a Second Visit.
(By the Associated Press.)

New York, Aug. 24.-Henry @.
Davis, Democratic nominee for vice
president will make d second visit to
this city within the next few DAYS to
confer with the Democratic campaign
managers and ascertain at first hand
what are the prospects for Demo-
cratic victory
Mr.. Davis will pay "A visit TO Judge
Parker before his return to West
Virginia.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26

President today. Mr.. Woodruff said
an agreement had been reached be-
tween Senator Platt. Governor Odell
and himself by which the Saratoga
convention will be open and indirect
ed. He declared the President would
not be a party to any contest for the
n0mina tloO
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
Apex, N. c., r. F. d. No. 1
TO the Democratic Voters OF Wax
County.

L hereby announce myself as a cam
dldate for the nomination of county
commissioner, subject to the action
of the Democl attic convention. If
nominated l promise faithfully to dis
charge the duties of the office and to
do everything in my power to the in
terest of the people of the county.
J. j. EDWARDS.
New Hill. N. C..
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
Hoar Has u Good Day.
CRy the Associated Press

(By the Associated Press.)
Worcester, Mass, Aug. 24.-"Sena-
tor Hoar has had a more cOmforta-
bic day. The throat and lungs are
not causing trouble. He has taken
q little more nourishment. There Is
every prospect of q good night"
This bulletin was given out at nine
o'clock tonight.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
His Tongue May Hang Them.
(By the Associated Press. }

Selma, Ala, Aug. 24.-Eugene
Roberts, a negro arrested for COM
plicity in the lynching of Edward
Bell, negro, has made a confession
in which he charges that Stanf1.
Cherry and Ransom. special con-
stables i'll charge of Bell. were inn
plicated in the Negroes death. Other
white men and negroes are accused
and a number of warrants have been
issued.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
The Car Says, Disarm Them.
(Ry the Associated Press

London, Aug. 5.-(Thursday y
yhe correspondent OF the Times at
Shanghai, i'm a. dispatch dated August
"a, 11:35 D. M. says that orders from
Emperor Nicholas have been convey
ed to Captain Reitzenstein, command
ing him forthwith TO disarm the
cruiser Askold and the torpedo boat
destroyer Grozovoi and that "the flags
on both vessels were lowered at seven
o'clock tonight"
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
To the Public.

In Difference to the wishes of my
friends, and especially those who have
urged me to do so, 1 lave de ciaed 10
become a candidate for the Office o.
county commissioner, subject to 'iie
Democratic primaries of Wake county
S. w. 1ERREI'L.
Rolesvltle, n. c.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
Ratified as Apostolic Delegate.
(By the Associated Press.)

Rome, Aug. 24.-The Pope today
ratified the appointment of Father
Ambrose Agius the Maltese Benedic-
tine, as apostolic delegate to the
Philippines, in succession TO the late
Archbishop Guidi.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
Labor Riot in Havana.

(By the ASSOCIdItu I ICS"'J
Havana, Aug. 24.-ln colllslon to-
day between two groups OF three
hundred wharf laborers ana strikers
Que man was killed and three were
wounded.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
Disposed to Disarin the Diana.
(By the Associated Presso

Paris. Aug. 24.-Advices received
here from Saigon show contrary to
previous announcements that the
Diana is in a very bad condition. She
has one large hole in her hull below
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26

over three thousand letters from
people who have been relieved of the
orlnk or drug addiction can be seen
at the Keeley Institute at Greensboro.
N: -. VIZ tie the Institute for a copy
Oh Inc New Man." You will enjoy
reading it.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26

st. Louis. Mo-. Aug. 24-L. r.
Lookabill. of Roanoke, Va, was to-
day elected corresponding secretary
of the National Firemen's Association.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-08-26
A FATAL ERROR

A man steps into your office, draws up
his chair, and talks right into your face.
His breath is offensive. Your only thought is
how to get rid of him and his business. You
cut him short with, :" am not interested.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09
GARDINER
HELD FOR
LARCENY

Boston. July S-Everett Abbott. local
manager OF the American Marine Trans
portation company. was indicted today on
a charge OF larceny of funds from his
company. The shortage in the company's
account has been fixed at $4,000. Abbott
was arrested at San Francisco. 10 which
place he went after the shortage was dis
covered.
Frederick A. Gardiner. who was ar
rested at Provide,ce. r. l., on the charge
OF stealing government bonds. was in
dicted for larceny.
A mo bill' was returned against Au-
gustine A. Gale OF this city, who had
been held for the grand jury on the
charge OF manslaughter. in causing the
death OF William Golding. who died from
the effects OF an assault committed three
weeks ago.
The report was for Suffolk county and
was made before Judge Pierce.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09
WILL REQUIRE MORE FUNDS.

When asked today as TO what the prob
able course taken with the new park
land on the old Cove property, soperin-
tendent OF Parks Fits stated that an ap-
preparation would be required before
anything could be done,
There has been no decision made as
TO what will be made OF the lots as far
as know" he said, but should think
that IL would be n fine spot for a public
garden II we can get the money that
would be required. We certainly have not
enough now
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09
CONCERT AT MEUTAC0MKAhUT


Abe American band gave an interest
ing concert this afternoon from to 5
on the hillside at Neutalconet Park. The
concert took the place OF the one post
poned on account OF rain few weeks
ago and Councilman Darling arranged TO
give the mill employees and their families
OF the annexed district and Olneyville
a musical treat without causing them to
travel far.
Thefe was no band stand on the hill.
but the park department had wooden
platform erected and fitted with settees
for the occasion.
The crowds that attended found the
grass a pleasant place 10 sit and the
whole affair was a very pleasant one.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09

The delegates. already weary by the te-
dlous and trying work. paused In their
iabors. and in the gulse OF a nomination
for the presidency which the senator's
friends knew "a be but perfunctory, In
dulged in demonstration. continuing
about half an hour. Every delegate and
spectator I'm the galleries or on the floor
had been provided with fHg and the
scene was far the most impressive % all
the ovations given during the session.
The thousands OF cheering persons ap-
parently converted Mr.. Bryan TO the be-
lief that Senator Cockrelrs chances or
nomination were greater than other IA
vorite son candidates.
TO DEFEAT PARKER
The Nebraskan gained recognition soon
after the Cockrell demonstration and e.. O.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09
IN UNITED STATES C0U T.

No persons appeared In the United
States district court this morning to OBJ
ject TO the discharge from bankruptcy
OF Amos p. Little and Joseph H. Carpen-
ter.
The Judge announced that the matters
would be held open till Monday and un-
less protests In writing were filed by that
time the parties would be discharged.
A large number of men OF foreign birth.
30 altogether were made citizens upon
forswearing their allegian nee 10 their
former rulers and taking the oath OF al
legiance e. the United States OF America.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09

Kansas City. Mo-. July s.-The waters
at Armourdale. Argentine and lower Kan
sas City, Kans.. on the raging Kaw and
10 Manhattan half way across Kansas
have fallen steadily since late yesterday
and today continue to recede. The wa
ter at Manhattan became stationary at
midnight after rising steadily all DAY
yesterday and then began TO go down.
eliminating the last danger or Iur'her
damage at the mouth or the Kaw or
along its course The stage here was TWO
feet lower than yesterday. In Armour
dale. however, the water still stood over
six feet deep In the lower places
MERCHANTS RESUME BUSINESS.
The Missouri river at Kansas City and
north. also receded fast and no addition
al damage to Harlem or the east bottoms
will result from the overflow OF that
stream In the west bottoms, on the Mis-"
souri, side where the flood resulted from
back water. the Knw's fall was more
noticeable than elsewhere and althougn
high. confidence was restored and mer-
chants began 10 return their goods hastily
taken away at the first sign of danger
AT the stock yards the fall was slow
and most OF the pens were flooded. II
will not be possible 10 handle receipts be-
fore Monday The railroads are re-
covering and today every line south and
west operated some trains, although with
little regard to schedule. Railroad Of
ficials and business men say the damage
locally is insignificant when compared
with last years losses.
GOVERNMENT AID ACCEPTED.
The relief committee OF Kansas City.
Kas.. which is caring for the 5000 or 5000
homeless in the suburbs OF that city. have
decided 10 accept that granted by the war
department. The committee decided TO
accept any contributions that might be
made. but not to appeal for them Lieut..
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09
ELLIS ON his WAY WITH
TREATY TO ABYSSINlA.

Jibutil, French -Semalilandy July 9.--W.
II. Ellis left here for Abyssinia today. He
had with him the treaty of commerce be-
tween the United States and Abysslnia.
but said he had no ~S9vernment mission
Ellis took with him two small rapid fire
cannon. He was very reserved upon
the disappearance of his travelling COM
panion, +. Kent Loomis. and declared he
was completely ignorant regarding the
latter's fate.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09
A VIII PET CLUB.

Several Pawtucket sporting men and
dog fanciers have associated themselves
together as the Rhode Island Kennel and
Whippet club OF Pawtucket.
They filed articles of association at the
office OF Chtrles +. Bennett. secretary OF
state this morning announcing their OBJ
ject as breeding OF dogs IN general and
whippets in particular.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09
SEWER GAS EXPLOSION
WORKS HAVOC IN CHICAGO.

Chicago, July s.-The plant of the Ma
tional Provision company was damaged
$4,000 by fire today. AS ar esult OF the
fire a terrific explosion occurred in a big
new sewer In Thirty-ninth street. For
fare manhole covers were sent high In
the air and the street surface was so
damaged that car and wagon traffic was
suspended for the day.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09
Alton Brooks Parker Unanimously Nominated for President

St Louis Mo- July oChe Judge Alton B. Parker of the New
York of appeals nominated about
o'clock this morning for president the United States be Demo
But roll call decisive
the result of that that contrary began call for
recognition the ballot finally resulted unanimous
the New York state
the Darkness had witnessed
gathering Democratic while broad dayghhe
paing the electric light, witnessed the close
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09
GOVERNMENT MD
FOR SUFFERERS.

Washington July eActing the tport from General Bell
who investigated Kansas City, Kar growing out OF
acting Secretary of War Oliver has teegraphed
Bell to days aons for the relief OF the HOOD
sufferers
The supplies from Leavenworth This Is an er-
eecy measure followed by further relief necessary
DISPATCHES that the waters OF the a te
and other recedng the danger line has passed
and merchants resumng business.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09
CONTRACT NOT AWARDED.

On account OF the number Of separate
items for which bids were made In con-
nection with the bank. wall and bridge
at Barre street, which were opened sew
eral days ago, the commissioner OF pub
lie works had not been able TO make the
award up to noon today.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09
CUT IN THE PRICE OF
ALL GRADES OF OIL.

Pittsburg. Pa, July 9.-Another cut of
Ave cents in the price Of all grades OF oil
was made today by the Standard Oil
company.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09

speech directed undoubtedly IN Tn effort
TO defeat Parker made his electrifying
plea for the antiParker forces g. rally.
He was given the closest attention. The
great convention, which the poll q 9nd
esergeant -at-arms were poweress to con-
troll. listened as though every word we're
a personal message 20 each person. as
II a hypnotic spell had been cast over the
throng.
But when II was all over the Parker
forces had not been shaken. The ballet
for president gave Parker 65S votes out
Of the Coz needed 90 nominate and before
the suit could be announced Idaho. Ne
vada. Washington and others made
changes 90 the Parker column.
MADE UNANIMOUS.
Governor Dockery OF Missouri moved
"a make the nomination unanimous and
IL carried amid stirring cheering The
result OF the ballot was never announced
officially and IL IL not likely that II ever
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09

Col Loughborough OF Fort Leavenworth.
Kas., who was sent by the war depart
ment TO investigate the situation, has
recommended that 1000 rations be given to
the city today and additional food sap
plies be sent each day as needed.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09
AN Attachment.

John Madden g. Co. has attached prop
erty OF ID. f. Rounds OF this city for $500
according to the records at the city hall.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09
GOVERNMENT AID ACCEPTED.
ANDREW J. PITCHER.

Court expert in handwriting Anony-
nous writing carefully examined. Strictl,
confidential
es Westminster Street, Room 8.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09
All Aboard

For Narragansett Pier. Most attractive
ride out Of Providence. sl.0o round trip
via n. Y, n. II. and Sea View Trolley.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09
ALL NIGHT SESSION.

The convention session from o'clock last night until
o'clock this morning In that time eight
Nominating and secondng speeches
Vulnerable made and dawn appeared became
limit seondg speeches each An exception
made William Jennings Bryan who of the most
witnessed political gathering addressed
gathering concluded by econdng the nomination OF Senator
Francis Cocr the avorte son" candidate from Missouri
BRYANS SPEECH.
Mr. Bryan received the third great ovation accorded during the
speech mpassoned appeal to the delegates
give the candidate who had voted the Democratic ticket
1906 1000 He spoke behalf of the Nebraska delegation
which had candidate or avors to ask He
eested thought best then former Governor
of and finally created supse in the con-
vention by declaring for Senator Cockrel
One of drawn had been the
beautiful tribute paid Cocke when his placed
in nomination by Representative Champ Clark 1t spon-
tancos oubur the complimentary the
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1904-07-09

EVERY merchant who adver-
- tIses attracts gradually an
aggregation OF readers, many Of
whom never visited his store.
When they do visit his store they
feel as though they had known him
for long time. -. -. +. /.
The ranch. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1902-1914, 1904-03-15

back in waiting until they have pro-
vided themselves with new suit OF
clothes. Just feed them as you would
any other young healthy animal which
you wanted to maintain in a thrifty
condition, and give them comfortable
quarters in which to do the work ex-
pected of them, and they will not dis
appoint you. This is assuming that
they were early Matched and are OF
laying age. We have private opinion
that everybody who wants to obtain
the best possible results il the way OF
winter eggs should keep pullets, and
nothing but pullets, but it is matter
of particular Importance to beginners.