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The wageworker. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1904-????, 1905-05-12

in session in a western city, and one
of the jurymen, during recess of the
court, finding himself temporarily
without funds, accostede an attorney
interested in the case then being tried
and sought the loan of dollar.
The judge learned of this, and when
court convened called the juror before
him and administered a judicial re-
buke that fairly sizzled. The juror
was dismissed with a rebuke, and the
trial began over again with new
juror in the box.
The case in question was one where
in railroad company was a party to
the suit. The judge who dismissed the
juror who had tried to borrow
a dollar from one of the attorneys.
leaned back in his judicial chair and
resumed his hearing of the case, not
withstanding the fact that he carried
in his pocket an annual pass over that
same railroad, the pass being good for
himself and family, with dining car
and sleeping car privileges added.
AS before stated. the reader is in
vited to draw his own conclusion.
The wageworker. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1904-????, 1905-05-12
A True Story

This is neither rhyme nor fable.
Neither is it bit of humor or phil
osophy 1t is merely plain statement
of a fact. and those who read it may
draw their own conclusions.
A few weeks ago district court was
The wageworker. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1904-????, 1905-05-12
Be Brave

When you meet old Mr.. Trouble
Look him squarely in the eye;
Grit your teeth and both fists double
And he'll surely pass you by.
Make him give the road-he1l do it
If he don't, then make him rue it.
Mark your path and then pursue it
Till you land where roses lie.
When you see old Trouble coming
Set your shoulders square and firm.
CHEEKY songs just keep humming
And you're bound to make him
squirm.
Tackle him and he'll grow humble,
Tangle up his feet and stumble,
Then just scowl bit and grumble
And go wriggling like worm.
Sunny sky or cloudy weather
Meet old Trouble on the square.
Never show him the white feather
Show him that you'll do and dare.
Do this and you'll get him going.
Slap his jaws, no mercy showing;
Keep your courage ever growing
And you'll win out then and there.
The wageworker. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1904-????, 1905-05-12
The Difference

"Still porting over those fashion
magazines, eh?" Queried Mr.. Bildad is
a superior tone of voice.
Eyes, my DEAR" meek1y responded
Mrs. Bildad.
Funny how you women take such
delight in looking over those fashions.
What is there about all that fancy
dress fixing that interests you so?"
"They are very pretty, my DEAR"
said Mrs. Bildad.
Huh" snorted Mr.. Bildad, reaching
for his pipe and a chair. Pretty
nothing. Where's that catalogue 1
brought home this EVENING""
whats that, my dear?"
"That catalogue-big red-backed cat
alogue."
20, you mean that one from that
lodge supply house and containing pic
lures of all those fancy robes, and gilt
crowns, and lace vestments, and red
boots and silver swords and such like,
eh?"
yes, that's what / -"
Here it is, Mr.. Bildad. But never
could see how men could take delight
in trapping themselves out in that
sort of mummery and calling 1t by
some high-sounding name that"
Mrs. Bildad, can't have minutes
peace in my own house." shouted MIR.
Bildad, throwing the catalogue at the
cat and thrusting his lighted pipe into
his coat pocket 81 am going down
town and stay until you can give me
minutes rest from your constant nag
ging."
And Mrs. Bildad only smiled when
the door slammed.
The wageworker. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1904-????, 1905-05-12
The Unified Suit

The line fence had long been
source of trouble, and the families
had long since ceased speaking.
Every time the boys met they went to
The wageworker. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1904-????, 1905-05-12
Necessity

When the highwayman showed his
pistol under my nose and ordered me
to fork over, very naturally objected.
Jaw, shut up and dig up" he
grOwled.
But
"Cut it out, Gully; I amt no time to
waste I'm philanthropist, l am, and
de board is waiting for me donation.
See? / got t. git the money, so dig"
What excuse had | then for delay?
There was the man and the pistol.
and somewhere, there was a benevO-
lent board waiting for money and not
caring where it came from.
Besides, why should 1, in addition to
losing my money, put myself in posi-
ton to be denounced as small
minded "censorious," "sOcialisttc,
and all that sort of thing.
/ dug.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
HIT BY TRAIN
Three Workmen Killed aAd a Number Seriously
 Injured.

New York, Dec 2.-Three laborers were killed and four others seriously hurt to-day in the Erie railroad tun- mel in Jersey City. They were struck by the train known as the western flyer. which rounded curve short distance from them and was upon the little party before the men had time to step off the track where they were working. One man was instantly killed and two others died short time afterward from their. injuries. The dead are: Stana Monester, John Dob ski and Winzizst Krusaski, all of ter sey City.
 The train. which was behind time, was running at high speed when it entered the tunnel. The laborers were about 300 feet from the mouth of the tunnel where the train entered.
 The foreman of the laborers said that he posted watchmen near the en- trance of the tunnel to warn his men of the trains approach, but that the watchman did not give the signal.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
DEATHS AND FUNERALS.
We'll Known People Who Have Been
 Called Away.

The four months old daughter of MT and Mrs r. H. Trottier Of Adams street was found dead in bed by it's parents yesterday morning. Medical Examiner Crane thought death was due to suffOcation.
 Ella. the seven years old daughter of Mir and Mrs Philip Gaffney of 55 South street. died last night after an illness of three days with pneumonia. She was a pupil at the Washington school and a very bright. cheerful girl. The funeral will take place at 3:3O o'clock tomorrow afternoon with in- terment fin new St Joseph's cemetery.
 The funeral of John Conroy took place this morning from his late home in Pratt place with mass Of requiem at St Patrick's church by Father Glee- son and interment in St JOseph's cem- etery. The bearers were Thomas F Ryan. William Mulhern. Patrick Brown. John Sullivan. John Barrett. William Burns The floral tributes in cluded 'tiates Aiar." from the sister and brother of the deceased. cross. M. F. Parkinson: sheaf of wheat. Mfr and Mrs Lee. bouquets. the Misses Waite Sake & Floto.
 Mrs Emma Berube. wife of IT. F.. Berlbe. died at her home on South Elm street last evening after a finger ing illness The deceasef leaves a husband. a daughter. Miss Carrie Berube. her parents. Mir and Mrs E. Tontaine of Canada. one sister. Mrs M. Perrault Of Ludlow. Mass. and five brothers. AuEustin. Delphise. Sapo- lem. PhiIiase Fontaiue. all of Bu1ior. and Joseph Fontanie of Canada. The funeral win be held tO St Ann's church at s2O oiclcck Monday morn fnx.
 Tne funeral Of Mrs William ship;ey took place yesterday afternoon iron her home on the Watertswn rued T1e pan bearers were AIherf Frenkle. VII liam Bows. C1Irisfnr,er Houifhsn. Da- rid MccuttI. 1ohn Humphrey snll James o'Drnnel
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
FORGED TO FIRE.

Seoul, Korea, Nov 30.-Gendarmes were forced to fire on mob this even- Ing. One Japanese officer and police man were seriously wounded. In en-. deavoring to stop an incendiary speech the police and gendarmes were set upon by the mob, chased and forced to take refuge in shops. They rallied and fired over the crowd. Upon being re inforced they succeeded in arresting 100 members of the mob. Officers are still gathering at the bureau of decora- tions, which is surrounded by police and infantry, who are patrolling the streets with fixed bayonets. The large crowd has been temporarily scattered. but it is reassembling in groups. There are rumors of suicide of Korean officers and impending trouble.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
BLACK HAND
Sea Captain Baldt Asks Protection for His
 Boatswain.

New York, Dec 2-Extortions of the Black Hand gang of New York have been extended to the foreign steamers which arrive here, according to message sent to the police today from an incoming steamer While still at quarantine station Captain Baldt of the steamer Flandria, from the West Indies, asked the police to meet his steamer when she docked in order to protect the boatswain, Franco Barboroni. The boatswain, according to the captains message, fears that his life will be taken if on landing he does not give all his earnings to the blackmailers.
 Since October 9 Barboroni's superior officer informed the police, the boat swain has paid S120 to these men. Captain Bladt's message to-day to the police named a former quartermaster on his ship as leader in the boat swain's prosecutors.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
OF HIGH STANDING.

Portland, Ore, Dec 2.-WiIliam C.. Bristol, who has been appointed by the president to succeed Francis J. Heney as United States attorney for the district of Oregon, is man of high standing in the legal profession in this state. He was close friend of Mir Heney during the latter's stay in the state as prosecutor in the land fraud cases. MT Bristol is a republi- can. He is comparatively little known outside his profession and Is but 35 years of age.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
ONE nF THE RIG TrRFMEN.

San Francisco, Dec 2.-Thomas H. Williams. president of the California Jockey club. it is said, will shortly re- sume hls position as one of the big turfmen of America. The purchase of a new stable will soon be begun with which the Californian will commence an eastern campaign. Horses from the Williams stable will be raced exclus- sively in the east. and will not be seen on the local tracks. A decade ago Williams's colors. representing the In dine stable. were quite factor in tiie racing world. Racine. which held the worlds record at a mile for many years: Cadmus and Filtration were some of the best known of this lot.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
CLEAN JOB
Burglars Got Into Scott's Safe at Terryville
 Last Night.

Terryyille, Conn, Dec. PA clean job of safe breaking was done by bur glars during last night in the store of w.. H. Scott and company at Pequa- buck. the booty consisting of about $100 in cash and an equal amount of postage stamps belonging to the post office of the hamlet. The visitors used a high explosive, probably nitro-gly- cerine, and then shattered the safe. To muffie the sound overcoats were used belonging to the employees of the store. The men got into the store through rear window and later they pried open the front door with an axe and crowbar which were obtained in the railroad station house. The rob bery occurred about o'clock as a neighbor was awakened by the ex- plosion. Two strangers had been in town for couple of days and they are thought to have done the work.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
CITY NEWS

The East Main street car which ar rives in the center about i 20 ran into an open switch today and as q result was thrown of the tracks
 H. W. Laldler of Wesleyan college will he the principal speaker at the socialists smoker which takes place at their new quarters. room No 24. Platt block. this evening.
 The Cumman Na Kinnce at Gaelic dancing class will hOld it's regular session this evening. Anyone wishing to learn the beautiful ancient figure dances or the chsrmingly graceful round dance of the Gael should he on hand at s o'clock for instruction. The lesson will be followed by the usual social.
 This morning a still alarm brought the Burton street firemen to a small building in the rear of the Colt Ath- Ietic club on the corner of Adams ex- tension and Hawkins street Tn a shoe repairing shop owned by an Tfai- ian a lively blaze was eating up every thing in ssxht and threatened to put the shop out of business. After the laddies were at 1t 8 short time the fire was extlnzuished. but not before the place was badly gutted
 The police believe they have at least one Of the men who broke into the Blake and Johnson shop on East Main street a few nights ago. The man gave his name as Joe Miller and his birth place I.ithuania- He vas arrest ed in the Pin shop in Oakville and sou-e of the tools that were taken from Blake and 1ohnsou's were found al his home. Detective Kennauzh and OHcer Colezsnto arrested hiu.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
SULTAN'S PROPOSITION
 HAS BEEN REJECTED
The Powers Have Decided to Resume Naval emonstra tions in Turkish Waters-The Islands of Lemnos and Imbros Will Probably be Seized as the First Move

Paris. Dec. 2-It was learned by the Associated Press in the highest gov ernment quarter to-day that the DOW CTS after carefully examining the sul- tan's latest counter proposals have de- cided to reject them and actively re- sume the naval demonstration in Tur- kish waters on Monday with the prob able seizure of the islands of IIemnos and Imbros. No consideration has been given to stopping the passage of the Dardeneles owing to the interrup- tion of international commerce which would follow.
 After an examination of the sultan's counter proposals, all the powers came to the conclusion that the propositions were dilatory and entirely unsatis- factory.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
MN YoNG wHAN,s PRoTEsT:.

Seoul. Nov. 30-Within the last few Min Yong Whan, former minister to the United States and who committed suicide to-day, headed a body of 200 officers who gathered first at the pal ace and later at the supreme court to protest against the Japanese protec torate. The emperor ordered them to leave both places and disperse
 Realizing the hopelessness of his course, Min Yong Whan went early this morning to the house of an old retainer and cut his own throat. He was popular with foreigners and na- lives and his suicide has greatly af- fected local sentiment.
 The streets are thronged with whis- pering but orderly crowds. In accor- dance with an old Korean custom. when an officer Is memoriallzing the throne on question touching the fate of the nation. the shops are closed.
 The protesting officers are now squatting in the court yard fin the bureau of decorations and the Japan csc police and gendarmes are vigilant- ly maintaining order.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
ISLE OF PINES.
American Residents Very Sure They Want It Un-
 der Uncle Sam.

Treaties of peace are supposed to settle matters. Sometimes they stir up things
 The treaty of Paris, that arranged affairs for Spain and the United States at the close of the war between these countries, made no specific mention of Isla de Pinos; and since the date of the signing of the treaty there has been more or less misunderstanding regarding just where lay title to the isle. The treaty makes provision that Spain cede to the United States the island of Porto Rico and the other islands now under Spanish sover- eighty in the West Indies" Those now fighting for recognition of the island as property of the United States, or at least asking for it's an- nexation to the United States, claim that the treaty thus disposed of the isle Those opposed to our govern ment taking over the property, or taking possession, maintain that the isle by rights belongs to Cuba. because
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
ToLsToI INTERVIEWED.

Berlin, Dec 2.-The Russian cor respondent of the Tageblatt has inter viewed Count Tolstoi at the latter's home, whence the correspondent tele- graphed:
 Count Tolstoi shows surprising op- timism regarding the present condition of Russia. He considers that it is not dangerous and thinks the industrial laborers in the few large cities play no role as against the peasants, who constitute the great majority of the Russian people.
 The peasants are not thinking about revolution and Tolstoi regards the newspaper reports about peasant up- risings as exaggerated. He says it is only small party of revolutionary agitators who want to reverse the present order of things. However, Tolstoi declines to make predictions, saying it is impossible to know what will happen. It is necessary in any case to get rid of the existing govern ment which hitherto has rested upon force and supplant it with a govern ment supported by love, good will and Christian acts" i"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
GROSS EARNINGS.

New Haven, Dec 2.-An official statement of the Connecticut Railway & Lighting Co, which owns about 175 miles of trolley in the stare, shows the gross earnings for the past ten months to be $1,SS2,366, as compared with earnings last year of $1,6S3, ,776 dur ing the same period of time. This shows a gain for the ten months of $19S,590. Of the gross earnings this year $1 ,294, ,979 came from the trolley, $32S,977 from the electric light and power companies, $25S,419 from the gas companies owned by the corpora ton.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
You ought to see our new line
 of Parlor Suits.

Some of three pieces-others have five pieces. They're a beautiful l0t and upholstered in serviceable and fashionable coverings.
 Priced $500 to S100O0 for threa pieces.
 pieces.
 The growing demand for Parior Suits has prompted us to enlarge our lines and we venture 10 say that there's 10 store in the state that offers such a fine collection.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
NEw rRIAL oRnEREn.

Halifax. Dec. 2-The conviction of murder against Hope Young was quashed and a new trial ordered by the full bench of the supreme court to- day. The principal part affecting the decision was that a statement made by the accused woman while in jail, was wrongfully admitted as evidence, in view of the possibility that 1t might have been influenced by an alleged promise of a detective that any state ment made would help her.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
TO ASK FOR AID.

Washington, Dec. 2-The board of governors of the national board of criminal Identification will meet at police headquarters in this city next Wednesday for the purpose of reach ing a conclusion in the matter of ask ing congress for aid. 1t is probable that the board will frame a bill cov- ering the question and have it intro duced in congress this winter. Among those who will participate in the de Alterations are Major Sylvester. super intendent of police In this city, Wll- liam A. Pinkerton of Chicago and w. Fl. Pierce of Boston.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
POSTAL RATES
Postmaster Warned to Col- lect Full Rates on
 Mail Matter.

Washington, Dec 2.-Third Assistant Postmaster General Madden has is- sued the following order to all post masters:
 Tt has been brought to attention that there are frequent cases of disre- gard of the provisions of section ASA of the postal laws and regulations. Matter mailed at the second, third and fourth class rate is often made the vehicle for transmitting other matter enclosed therein which itself is sub ject to higher postage rate"
 POstmasters are ordered to report all such cases to the auditor of the postof1ce department.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
ORDERED TO HAMPTON ROADS.

Washington, Dec 2.-It was stated at the navy department to-day that Rear Admiral Chester, who is on his flagship Minneapolis, has been or dered to proceed to Hampton Roads. The admiral informed the department that upon leaving Gravesend he would sail for Hampton Roads by way of St Michael, Azores. He is under no or ders to stop there and it is thought at the department that his intention is to stop for coal.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
BurrIara at otter Riv.r.

OTTER RIVER, Mass, Dec. 2-Bur- glars dynamited the safe in the post office and general store of Postmaster Lawrence Noonan, Jr., here, wrecking the safe and getting off with $75 worth of stamps, stock certificates of the Bos- ton and Maine railroad, $1,0O0 trust company bond and deeds. mortgages and insurance policies belonging to Mir. Noonan. The people of the town heard an explosion, but paid no atten- tion to it. There is no clew to the thieves.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
NEW DEPARTMENT OPENED.

Burlington. Vt, Dec 2.-The medical of the University of Yer mont opened today in the new medi- cal college building erected to replace the old structure which was burned in 1904. The building cost $100,000 The principal address at the exercises to- day was made by Dr John B. Grout, of the state insane hospital at Waterbury
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
JUDGE BRONSON OBJECTS.

New Haven, Dec 2.-Judge Samuel l.. Bronson of this city may contest the will sf Miss Susan Bronson of Wa terbury, his aunt, which will was of fered for probate in Waterbury this week. Judge Stoddard of this city, who represented Mrs Bennett in the famouse Philo S. Bennett will case, will appear for Judge Bronson at the Waterbury probate court hearing on Monday.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
Four Get nenth sentene..

VALDOSTA, Ga, Dec. 2.-The death sentence was again imposed here upon J. c. Rawlings, his sons, Milton and Jesse, and the negro, Ali Moore, all convicted of the murder of the Carter children last June. The 9th of Jan uary next was fixed as the day for the execution of the four. Len Rawlings, another son, was sentenced to impris. onment for life.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
pEPEw HASN'T RESIGNED.

Albany. Dec "A persistent rumor that Chauncey NJ. Depew had resigned the United States se1atorship. to which he WAS elected by the legisla- ture of this state last January. was disposed of today by Governor Hig- gins, who said. ~I have not received the resignation of Senator Depew. nor any communication or Intfmation from him or anyone else indicating that he intended to resign
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
rirhtinr Near Liuma. Turl.ey.

SALONIKA, European Turkey, Dec. Alt is reported that Albanians at tackled the troops at Liuma and cap tured several cannon and that Theusi Pasha has gone to Liuma with troops. It is stated that the Albanians are fu- rious at the prospect of the European powers taking over the financial con- trol of Macedonia.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
WAS SEVERED TopAY.

London. Dec. 2-Connection between London and St Petersburg. via the Great Northern Telegraph company. was severed this afternoon. Messages were received this morning but n0th- ing has reached here since noon. Tue company's officials fin London are un- able to communicate with their office in St Petersburg and they have no in- formation as to the cause of the stop page.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
McCan md Perkins to Re,Ien.

NEW YORK, Dec. 2.-It is said that the necessity for the resignation of John A. Mccall, president, and George W. Perkins, vice president, has been fully decided upon by the trustees of the New York Life Insurance company, and it is said that within the month formal announcement would be made of the retirement of the two men and of the selection of their successors.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
A NEW CLASS.

New Haven, Conn.,. Dec. 2-A new fellowship in chemistry to be called the LOomis Fellowship, is announced at the Sheffield Scientific school of Yale university. It is made possible by the gift of $100O0 by Henry R. Loomis, 'T5. and it will be open to candidates for the degree of doctor of philosophy who are making chemistry their chief study.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
Four KiIIed hy Gn. Erplosion.

WESTON, W. Va. Dec. 2.-Charles F. Douglass. a farmer, his wife and two children were instantly killed by an explosion of gas main running past their house, three miles from here. The house was wrecked and later caught fire, almost consuming the bodies. The explosion was felt for distance of five miles and caused much excitement. It is supposed the main sprung leak and the gas was in some way ignited.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-12-02
wATCHMAN STABBED.

New York. Dec. 2-The first person al violence to appear since the strike of the hammersmiths' union. was the stabbing to-day of Charles H. Scott. a special watchman guarding the work of the non-union men at the American Can company's new building. Scott was wounded in the leg. Three bull lets were fired at him but he escaped fhpm