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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
AMERICANS SHORT LIVED.

wiesbaden. Germany, April 19.- Americans are shorter lived than Germans" was the conclusion reached by Dr B. Laquer in his paper on social hygiene in the United States submit ted today to the International Con- gress of Medicine now in session here.
 "Although more temperate in the use of alcohol than the Germans and working an average of ten per cent shorter hours.' said Dr Laquer. "the Americans are exhausted earlier in life"
 The doctor gave these figures for each thousand of the population: The number of persons from 40 to D years of age are. in Germany. 1I9: in Amer ica 17O: persons over 6O. in Germany 7S: in America 65.
 Dr Laquer did not undertake to eN- plain the facts. He simply gave them as the result of inquiries which he made during a visit to the United States in 19O4.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
CITY NEWS

Hellmann's Book, which will come out next Thursday. is said to be the perfection in expert brewing.
 Spring wouldn't seem like spring without Hellmann's Book Beer. Out next Thursday. Watch for the famous Book goat
 At meeting of the Gaelic Literary society last night the following were appointed as committee to make ar engagements for the observance of the fourth anniversary of the formation of the society, which will be held on Saturday, May 27: Timothy F. Luddy, James Foody and the Misses Moriarty, Mccarthy and Gallagher.
 Commissioner Wade of the depart ment of public works said this after noon that he did not think the board will be able to start on its intended tour to Massachusetts tomorrow. Hie car is not ready and he does not ex- pect that 1t will be by that time But the outing will be held as soon as ev- erything is ready for it.
 To-day Otis S. Northrop, city treas. urer, notified City Clerk, George H.. ANCIllClOl ludL SUlOucl uuN1 filed with him a satisfactory bond for $11 ,OO0 pending the adjustment of the vexed question of unpaid assessments for public Improvements. This is in accordance with vote passed on recommendation of the board of com- missioners of finance.
 Companies A and G held battalion drill in the armory last night. under the direction of Major Norton of Wall lingford, assisted by Lieutenant North as adjutant and Sergeant-Major Shipke. The guard mount was first established, Captain Daniel B. Fitzpatrick being officer of the day, and Captain Henry A. Carter being the old officer of the day. Lieutenant Bangs acted as com mander of the guard and Lieutenant Hallen as junior officer of the guard. The drill was by Captain Fitzpatrick, he being the senior captain.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
IN THE POLICE COURT.
Bonds Were Called in Three Cases
 This Morning.

In the police court this morning, Judge Burpee on the bench, cases were disposed of as follows:
 Andrew Lapine. drunk, $7 and costs.
 Charles McGrath. violation of pro- bation, revocation of former sentence and sent to jail. On February 23 Me Grath was fined S for drunkenness and turned over to Probation Officer Combellack. He paid 90 cents or a dollar on the bill, but seemed to forget about the balance.
 James Sweeney of Bridgeport, drunk, $5 and costs; Daniel Bergin, drunk, thirty days in jail.
 August Dumshot, embezzlement of $5O.42 from the Sons of the Lithuanian society, $50 and costs and three months in jail. Dumshot was a mem- Der of an entertainment committee and had a balance left after paying all bills amounting to $50.6O. He promised to account for it, but kept putting it off until the club got tired waiting. In court Dumshot said that he left the money in the house and somebody stole it while he was at work. The sum of $2 had been paid on the ac- count and he would like to wipe out the full claim but he was not able to do this right away and maintain his family, working as he is for small pay. There was lots of evidence to show that the money had been turned over to him and he didn't deny it, but it was evident that the court looked upon the losing of the roll as a sort of cock and bull story.
 Petroney Kidult, Katie Lengiene and Agnes Melines, charged with stealing coal from the railroad company, and who, were out on bail of $1OO each, failed to appear in court and their bonds were called. Joseph Stackokas was bOndsman for the two first men, tiOned and Jonas Lingus for the last mentioned.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
COWED BY FAIRNESS.
United States Minister Subduss
 Threatening Soldiers.

Washington, April 19-Diplomatic correspondence made public at the state department to-day contains a dispatch from Minister Barrett at Panama giving an account of the as- sistance rendered by him in averting trouble there at the time of the at tempted revolution led by General Huertas last November.
 After it had been arranged that General Huertas should resign and the Panama army disband hitch oc- cured. About fifty soldiers march, ed. unarmed, to the government house, followed by a great crowd, and in- formed the president of the republic that tehy would not accept the gov ernment's terms of being paid off in two payments but demanded the whole pay at that time. Minister Bar rett, who was present at the time, ad- vised the president to be absolutely firm, but the soldiers persisted and muttered threats against the presi- dent. The minister in informing the state department of the incident, said:
 "When this word came up from the street I saw that there must be no further delay in bringing matters to an end, and taking General Guardia, the minister of foreign affairs and war, with me, went down stairs and out upon the sidewalk in front of the soldiers who were there assembled In brief ords I told General Guardia to say to them that the United States, with it's forces, stood back of the gov ernment in this crisis, and that they must accept the terms of the govern ment or accept the consequences. The ywere warned that if they did not accept these terms and engaged in any acts of insurrection, riot or mu- tiny, they would be dealt with in a most summary way. and that if neces- sary the naval forces in the bay and the marines at Ancon and Empire would be used to maintain order, with the severest punishment for those who were responsible for disOr- der. This warning had the desired effect, and the soldiers immediately declared that they would accept the terms of the government"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
THE DORIAN CASE.
Judge Peck Decided Against connsc'
 ticut Railway and Lightning Co.

Judge Peck of Bristol handed down his decision this afternoon in the mo- ton by the defendant to set aside the verdict in the case of Bridget Doran against the Connecticut Railway and Lighting Go. The verdict was for $1,- 5OO for the death of Mrs Doran's hus- band, Thomas. In his memorandum the court says that the claim of con- tributory negligence was plainly set forth to the jury as matter for them to decide, and that his charge on that point was practically as requested by the defendant. He considers the yer dict moderate rather than excessive and that it plainly shows that the jury was not actuated by any Overweening sympathy for the plaintiff or prejudice against the defendant. In closing, he says he could not rightly or consistent ly hold the jury's action to be clearly wrong as to show breach of duty on their part. On these grounds he de nied the motion.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
FREIGHT CARRIERS.
Reaches Port With Russian 0fIlcers
 on Board.

Seattle, Wash, April 19.-The steam ship Minnesota of the Great Northern Steamship Co.'S Seattle-Oriental fleet, and the largest freight carrier afloat, has reached port on her return voyage from the Orient, having broken all trans.P Pacific records on her trip across. The MiInesota's time from Yokohama was 13 days, 21 hours and 5 minutes.
 Among her passengers were num- Der of Russian officers and their wives being sent home on parole from Shaug- hai, w,hither they were taken at the time of the capture of Port Arthur. There were also number of American army officers coming from Manila either on leave or under orders to re- port at Washington, D. c. Altogether the Minnesota brought 162 passengers and 1000 tons of freight, of which hemp formed the bulk.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
ASSEMBLY,.
House Cleaning in Both Branches of the House
 and Senate To-Day.

Hartford, April 19.-A vast amount of business was cleaned up in both branches of the general assembly to- day But few committee reports came into either branch and there was no- ticeable lack of debate.
 On motion of Representative Connor of Enfield the bills intended to repeal the law which provides for the com pulsOry vaccination of school chill dren were made the order of the day for Wednesday next at 12 o'clock.
 On the matter of the contested Bran ford judgeship the judiciary committee will report in the course of few days. According to one of the mem- bers of the committee that body will report adversely on the reappOintment of Judge Edmund Zacher and it will name John Eads for the position.
 The senate session was dull and void of features, concurrent action being taken in many measures with the house.
 A resolution was adopted which au- thorized the Connecticut Railway and Lighting Co to construct second track through certain streets in Derby.
 In the house Representative Connor of Enfield opposed the bill increasing the salaries of reporters of the supreme court and an allowance of $1,5OO an- nually for clerical expenses. On mo- tion of Representative Fosdick this bill was tabled.N>,
 Among the bills adopted was one amending the charter of Waterbury in relation to public, parks, making the age limit one year under which chil- dren can be adopted, and apportioning $1OO,O0O for the publication of reports and other state documents for two years.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
TRIBUTE TO HIS MEMORY.
Worcestsr Docs Honor ts United
 States Senator HoarS

Worcester, Mass, April 19.-The home city of United States Senator George Frisbie Hoar paid a tribute to his memory at great meeting in Me chanics' hall to-day. The large bulid- ing was filled by representatives or the nation and state and of many or the municipalities of Massachusetts, who joined in the memorial exercises with Worcester citizeps. The principal address was delivered by United States Senator John w. Daniel of Virginia, a confederate veteran and for many years close friend of Senator Hoar. Among those present were United States Senator Winthrop Murray Crane of Dalton, who is Senator Hoar's successor; Rev Dr Edward Everett Hale, chaplain of the United States senate; Congressmen John R. Thayer of Worcester, William s. McNary and John A. Sullivan of Boston, Ieuten- ant-Governor Curtis Guild, Jr, Attor- ney-G General Herbert Parker, William A: Lyttle of the governors council, and Major Emilia Zadder of the governors staff, Judges Francis A. Gaskill and William B. Stevens of the superior bench, and the members of the legisla- ture from Worcester county. Twelve cities of the state were represented by their mayors.
 The hall was draped in mourning. Mayor Walter H. Blodget of Worcester presided over the exercises. A quartet from Boston sang Lead Kindly Light" and at the end of prayer by Dr Hale gave the "Miserere." Senator Daniel, who was then introduced, spoke.
 Rev Dr Hale closed the meeting by pronOuncing the benediction.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
BATTLE OF LEXINGTON.
Anniversary Being Celebrated In Mas
 sachusetts To-day.

SdCuuSeltS lO-udy.
 Boston, April 19.-The anniversary of the Battle of Lexington, which is annually observed as a holiday in Mas sachusetts as patriots day, was mark ed to-day by many observances throughout .the commonwealth partic- ulerly in Boston and its vicinity. The historic ground from Boston to Lexing- ton was visited by a large number of people. At Arlington fife and drum corps marched over portion of the route taken by Paul Revere in his famous ride, while in Lexington a military body did the same. At Con- cord the occasion was observed by the national salute, the ringing of bells and street parade of state militia, war veterans and historical societies. Many patriotic and social organizations held meetings in this city. One feoure was the visit of the American Irish Historical society to the graves of Paul Revere and Gov James Sullivan in the Granary burying ground in Boston, the organization later passing through Lexington and Concord. The day also marked the formal opening of outdoor life and sports of many kinds were inaugurated. Chief among the athletic events was the Marathon road race which. as usual. was held over the 25 mile highway course beginning at Ashland and ending in the Back Bay section of this city.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
HAS JURISDICTION ...
 ALL OVER WATERBURY

A resident of the first taxation dis trict wants to know if Building h. spector Chatfield has jurisdiction in the outlying sections, and if it is neces- sary to get permission from him to build or move structure the same as in the second district. He thought this was not so because he was not aware that the first district contributes anything towards paying the salary of the inspector. That's all right, neigh bOr. Don't mind about the salary
 People on the inside will see to that the same as they do to other things which you and your neighbors share the benefit of without cost, but remem- Der that the building ordinance is as binding in one district as in another and if you want to move barn don't do the work first and then come around looking for the permit. some- thing which a very prominent out east citizen did after 1t had been decided to widen East Main street beyond the Meriden road. The building inspector has jurisdiction all over Waterbury.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
NAN SAT ALONE.
Father off, the Accused Woman Not by
 Her Side.

New York, April 19.-With three of the twelve men who are to determine her fate seated in the jury box, the trial of Nan Patterson for the murder of Caesar Young was resumed in the court of general sessions to-day.
 In her previous trials the young prisoner has had the comforting pres ence of her aged father to cheer her through the long hours in the court room, but to-day she sat alone, save for her counsel, within the bar inclos- ure. It had been expected that the father would occupy his accustomed place at this trial, but there was no room for his chair beside his daughter. The old man was in the court room, however, occupying a seat well back among the talesmen who were await ing the case for jury duty.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
RUSSIANS OBJECTS OF PITY.


 Victoria, B. C., April 19.-According to advices received by the steamer En- press of China, returned Japanese O. ficers describe the Russians as objects of pity in the retreat from Mukden. Numbers of sick and wounded were left to die by the roadside.
 Marshal Oyama's entry into Mukden was an affair of splendor, arranged to impress the Chinese. Gov Tseng came out with his retinue to meet the Jap- anese. Cavalry led the procession, followed by bands of music, followed by guards of honor, then Marshal Oyama and staff, mounted; generals of the different armies and their staffs, foreign military attaches. Chinese at- taches and a large force of infantry were in line. Fifty thousand soldiers were aligned along the route.
 Details are given by the Japanese of the great bravery of Colonel Muruwa- mis- regiment, which was besieged for several days at the Chinese imperial tombs north of Mukden by tremend- ously superior Russian forces. For three rays the Japanese fought on q scanty ration of biscuits, holding the northern Mausoleum against all at tacks to disl0dge them. The colonel was killed and all of his men save two were killed or wounded.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
GAS BUOY EXPLODED.
Fatal Accident on Canadian Steamer
 at Kingston.


 at Kingston.
 KINGSTON, Ont, April 19.-A gas buoy in process of filling on board the government steamer Scout exploded here killing one and injuring four of her crew. Two of the injured probably will die.
 Fred Mullin of Welland county was killed instantly, being decapitated by splinters from the broken buoy; Cap tain w. Allison's groin and thighs were torn by pieces of iron and will die; Clifford Tessier of Cornwall was ter ribly burned, and his condition is critical; Sam Delaney of Prescott, a deckhand of the tug Reserve, was cut and burned, and William Winters of Kingston was badly burned.
 The force of the explosion smashed the windows in all the houses and fac tories in the vicinity of the drydock where the boat was fitting out for the lighthouse service this summer. The explosion was followed by fire which destroyed the upper works and dam- aged the hull of the Scout.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
RUSSIAN SOLDIERS
 STOPPED FROM READING
Revolutionary Literature Thrust Into the Hands of the Imperial Cuards-Extension of the Zemstovo Sys' tem-Slayer of Duke Servius Will be Hanged in a Fortnight

, St Petersburg, April 19.-The circu- lation of revolutionary literature among the troops throughout Russia has now spread to the regiments of the imperial guards and general or der has been issued to the guards for bidding them to tread proclamations thrust into your hands in the streets or in your lodgings or to listen to these allies of Japan"
 The ministry of finance has assign ed $35,OO0,OOO for new railroad con struction in 1905.
 It is understood that the extension of the Zemstvo system to Siberia will be followed by a similar extension to the Caucasus and Poland.
 M. Stfchinsky, formerly chief adju- tant of the Russian interior depart ment and NJ. von Plehve, the son of the late interior minister, have been made members of the GOremykin commission appointed to discuss questions relating to peasant tenure of lands.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
KISSES FOR HYDE.
General Agents of Equitable Uphold
 Alexander.

General Agents of Equitable Uphold
 Alexander.
 NEW YORK, April 19.-After a meet ing in which James H. Hyde, in the face of pronounced hostility and with out a single supporter, defended him. self and assailed his enemies, the gen. eral agents of the Equitable Life As surance society in session at the Hotel Savoy unanimously passed resolution upholding President James w. Alex ander against the young millionaire and calling for naturalization.
 Henry H. Knowles. former superin- tendent. of agencies of the Equitable Assurance society and for forty years an employee of the society, has de clared that Gage E. Tarbell was re- sponsible for the society's troubles. He asserted that Tarbell had entered into a compact with James w. Alexander to oust Hyde and take the presidency of the society upon the retirement of Mir. Alexander within two years.
 Mir. Alexander and Mir. Tarbell swept everything before them at the meeting. From western representatives came the decided statement that they had in- formed their policy holders that the millions of surplus reserve of the com pany belonged to the policy holders. and they would not be satisfied until this matter had been set right There were frank avowals that Mir. Hyde to preserve the integrity of the society must give up his official position.
 James Hagen Hyde was hissed when he got up to make a speech at the meeting. When the hissing quieted down he turned to the crowd and said:
 q consider that the greatest compli- ment that you could pay me. for the man who led you in your misses is not considered a good man at all If have done wrong, kick me out If Mir. Alexander or Mir. Tarbell have done wrong, kick them out. That is what you are here for. You are to decide"
 Mir Hyde then left the meeting. say ing as he left the elevator:
 If they want me they can send for me. They know where to find me"
 Mir. Hyde looked much perturbed. all though be would not give his reason for leaving.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
Died of Hydrophobia.

ORANGE, N. J.. April 19.-Louis Ell winge, twenty-three years old and mar ried only seven months, died at an ear ly hour yesterday in the Memorial hos pital here of hydrophobia, the result of a dog bite received five months ago and which he had long since forgotten. A physician of the Pasteur institute of New York who witnessed the mans death said it was the most remarkable case he had ever seen. The disease gen. erally manifests itself within six weeks or two months after the patient Is bitten.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
Want Paul Jones' Body.

ANNAPOLIS, Md, April 19.-Com- mander Charles J. Badger, U. s. N., acting superintendent of the Naval academy in the. absence of Captain w. H. Brownson, superintendent, has ex- pressed the hope that the plan to give the remains of Paul Jones a final rest ing place in the Naval academy may be consummated and said that this is. in his opinion, the most appropriate place in the country for the last resting place for the body of the father of the American navy.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
LESS HOPEFUL,
Latest Developments Causs' of Great Anxiety to
 His Friends.

Washington. Conn, April 19-The condition of Senator O. H. Platt was less hopeful, to-day. The hopes which have been held out for the past few weeks tending towards his complete recovery were suddenly darkened to- day when the report of the physicians in attendance upon the distinguished Connecticut patient became fully known. He had very restless night, getting little if any sleep, and this morning seemed weakened It was evident from the latest developments that there was cause for much anxiety and those in attendance in the sick chamber were depressed at the com. plete change for the worse.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
LETTER CARRIER ARRESTED.
Meriden Man Charged With Using
 Washed Postage Stamps

Washed Postage Stamps.
 Paul B. G. Graeber, a Meriden let ter carrier, was arrested there yester- day afternoon for cleaning cancelled postage stamps and using them on let ters. This is serious Offense when committed by employees of post of- flee, punishable by not less than one years imprisonment or not more than three A fine may or may not be in fiictel. When the person charged witE the crime is not an employe or a post office, the penalty is only lew sncnths' imprisonment.
 Graeber was arrested while at work in the postoffice by Deputy Marshal 1T. Russell Wood of this city. h. spector William S. Lewis of the secret service has been watching Graeber for some time, suspecting him of using washed stamps, and yesterday after noon he thought that he could eaten him red-handed. When searched a number of cancelled stamps and some which had been cleaned were found Tn Graber's pockets. A bottle of mucil- age, which, it is said, he used in past ing the washed stamps on letters, was also found.
 Graber was immediately brought to this city. still with his uniform on, and arraigned before United States Com missioner Marvin. He was acc0mpa- nied by H. Theodore Graeber of Meri- den. his brother. one of the leading druggists of Meriden and an especial lv well known man there. Prank H.. Crygier, the tobacco dealer of this city; fly; a friend of Mir Graebers. gave $l,UO bonds for the letter carriers appear anae in the United States district court on the fourth Tuesday Tn Ma!. i.e .e Greber's method of operating was 10 tear uncancelled stamps from letters given him on his route or even in the nostoffice itself. He then substituted washed cancelled stamps. cleaned With a ruIy5er or some acid. and mailed the letters. it is alleged.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-04-19
wONAN-s HUSBAND FOUND.

Philadelphia. April 19.-A telephone message was received today by the officials of the Pennsylvania hospital from a man in New York. who says he is the husband of Bessie Davis. the chorus girl who was shot yesterday by Edward Smedes. The man said he would come to this city today. He declined to make known his name.
 It was at first reported that Smes1es and the woman were man and wife. this being inferred from the fact that they had registered at the hotel as such. The police say they are un- married. and assert they know noth- ing of the woman's husband in New York. Miss Davis's condition is said by the hospital physicians to be criti- cal but that she has . slight chance fer recovery.