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Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1905-01-04

Generally speaking, the year
lust closed has been an exceed
ingly prosperous one in most all
branches of business. The Amer
lean business man showed his Wis
dom and the year 1904 has been
one largely of recuperation and
substantial advance on solid ba-
sis. One of the chief factors were
abundance of crops throughout
the country, which represent the
bulk of the real addition to the
wealth of the nation as well as
of it's pride with the world.
The progress Of Sistersville dur
ING the twelve months just ended
has been of a very substantial and
satisfactory nature. Every bust
ness man and every industry has
prospered, and are today on a
solid financial footing. This nat
urally gives confidence and en-
enlargement to our business men
to begin the new year with renew
ed vigor and determination. There
has been no financial failures IN
any branch of business to occur
in the city within the past year,
which fact is highly commendable
to the shrewd financiering OF all
those conducting business enter
prises in the fourishing town OF
Sistersville. Few cities can truth
fully make this statement, and we,
therefore, feel very proud to be
able to conscientiously record 1t.
The outlook for the new year,
from business point Of view,
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1905-01-04
Report of the Game
Warden Given Out

last two years. His report con-
tains quite a number of matters
of interest to the sporting frater-
nifty of this and adjoining States.
Within the last two years there
have been over 200 prosecutions
against violators of the game laws
of the State, of which 191 were
convicted. Twelve were acquit-
ted and there are II cases pend
ing or appealed. Of these 22O
cases 81 were for dynamiting fish.
Eighteen of these were convicted
and 3 acquitted. Two were sent
to jail for six months, 2 for one
month each and 2 for 10 days
each. The fines from these is
cases aggregate $3.50. The total
fines for the two years amount
to $3,997.60, of which more than
$500 has been collected. Two
500 fines assessed against per-
sons for shooting rabbits out OF
season in Morgan county were re-
mitted, leaving 5000 in fines
against persons from whom it was
impossible to collect.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1905-01-04
The Year 1901 Was a
Very Prosperous One

could hardly be more promising.
As a preliminary to the open
ing year the holiday trade of 1904
enjoyed by our merchants was
most assuring. Christmas buying
was far ahead of that of any other
year in the history OF all mer-
chants. This is as extraordinary
and as unexpected as it is COM
forting, and as the beacon light
for the birth of another sub-dlvls-
ion Of time it makes happy all
who contemplate it's possibilities
and it's rewards.
The dying year has been an
eventful one. A recital of all the
great events, tragic and otherwise,
which are now parts of history,
would occupy much spaces The
$S5, 100000 fire in Baltimore, the
struggle between Russia and ia
pan, the selection of Chief Mag
istrate in our own magnificent re-
public, the holding of the Louis
lana Purchase exposition, the OPP
ening of the New York subway
these are only a few of the great
events which have distinguished
1904.
Old Father Time, with his
wrinkled front, has gazed for the
last time on, the year 1904, while
rosy, hopeful 1905 peers around
the corner ready to take his place
in the center of the stage. When
it comes his turn, also, to pass
away, let us hope that our lives
will be richer, sweeter and fuller
for the opportunities he gives us.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1905-01-04

Marriage licenses to the number
of 1876 were issued during the year
1904. in the office of the County
clerk, which was 7 less than the
number issued in the year OF 1913.
There was no application for Ii
censes made by any colored peo-
pie. By inspection of the licenses
nothing of unusual interest is OBJ
tanned, beyond the age of the ap-
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1905-01-04

Harry Winesburg, who enlisted
in the Regular army about two
years ago, is home on a furlough
of two months. He is in the cav
airy service, and for the past few
months has been stationed at Ft.
Riley, Kan.
Mr.. Winesburg is son OF Mr..
and Mrs. Wesley Winesburg OF
this city, and he has every ap-
pearance that army life agrees
with him, as he is looking fine.
At the expiration of his leave OF
absence and on his return to the
FIT. Riley he expects to
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1905-01-04
Harry WineSburg Home
on a FurIOugh

re-enlist for another term of three
years, Immediately after which he
will leave for service in the Phil
ippine Islands. Since his enlist
ment he has learned the black
smith trade, and is now a practl-
cal horse-shoer.
He entertained his numerous
friends today by relating many
interesting stories Of army life.
He expresses himself as having
been kindly treated while in the
employ of Uncle Sam, and also
states that he likes soldier life and
advises other young men to enlist
in the service.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1905-01-04
I26 Marriage Licenses
Issued Last Year

plicant that shows the youngest
male granted permit TO wed to
have been Is, and the oldest to
have been 81 years of age; the
Youngest female 16 and the oldest
81 years. There were 4 males and
IS females under the age of 20
years, As males and 80 females be-
tween the ages Of 20 and % years
and 2 males and 2 females over so
years.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1905-01-04

Hon. Frank Lively of Hinton,
Game and Fish warden of West
Virginia, has just submitted his
report to the Governor for the
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1905-01-04
unmanareahlc.

"Even that impecunious little Dodg,
TN can afford an automobile. won
Ter how lie manages it?"
s'Hq Cleveland Plain Dealer.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1905-01-04
He knew.

Mrs. Caller DowE-You needn't think
that I'm going to fix your trousers at
this hour Of the night.
Caller Down-Tut. tut: It's never too
bate to mend-Philadelph Inquirer.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1905-01-04
THIS WILL INTEREST MANY MEN

Jerome honeywell, the Wheeling, West VII
ginia publisher, says that il any one Athlete
with Varicocele or impotCncy, or are weas
where perfect men are strong, vii! ..drHs
him, (send no money he will direct them
a perfect cure He will tell you how lie wa
CURED after years of search for perfect man
hood. Hundreds have tested this with sur
cess. Write tO-c'"' IN full '"ntid"n""
New-York tribune., 1905-07-12
TOBACCO COMPANY ANSWERS DANA.
Files Papers in Suit Seeking to Set Aside
Merger-Denies Allegations

Trenton n. j., July Il Special. American
Tobacco Company and its directors fled in the
Court Of Chancery to-day their answers 10 the suit
of Richard T. Dana, of New-YorI1 TO set aside the
merger OF the Consolidated and Continental To-
bacco companies and the original American To-
ter
In addition TO the general and specific denaIs 10
the charges made by Mr.. Dana the defence is en-
tered that he himself ratified the terms of the
merger TO the extent customary for a stockholder
in the affairs OF corporation. The answer de-
clares that since the merger intelligent aAd
bonahde effort has been made 10 maintain the af-
fairs of the subsidiary companies paying basis
Il il denied that the mortgage given to the Nor
ton Trust Company in October. 1904. TO secure an
of bonds is invalid. that charged in the
bill. il has OcCasiOned irreparable damage Mr..
Dana. 1t is also denied that the mortgage is a lien
upon the property Of the American Tobacco Com
pany.
oe fe!ce to the allegation that the merger could
only be accomplished by unanimous consent of the
stockholders
The answer declares that the corporation is will
ing TO pay Mr.. Dana the market value of his
stock IN the original American Tobacco Company.
and says that he has redress in action at law
for any loss that may have been sustained by him
by reason of the merger.
Among the defendants in the suit Thomas
Doan. Benjamin y. Duke, Pierre Lorillard Thomas
F Ryan Grant B. SchIey. Oliver H. Payne. George
Areuts. A n Brady, Paul Brown, J. b Cobb.
James B. Duke and P. A. B. Widener. all officers
or directors in the American Tobacco Company
New-York tribune., 1905-07-12
WEEKLY CROP BULLETIN.
Favorable Growth of COrn-Cotton Doing
Well-Tobacco Promising.

Washington. July 1.-THE Weather Bureaus
weekly bulletin summarizes crop conditions fol-
lows
II The districts east Of the Rocky Mountains
m.ch The Erea4eT mari r. ~ he coIrtrv -t rom fes
so5fb zrlssrt and Ss,lf -,asTe T,o-ft,Sard - re
!aSe region, Minnesota and the Lakotas excessive
caused rapid growth OF weeds and in places in
.urec nay and harvested grain There was prac-
ideally no rain in New England, only light showers
on the immediate Middle Atlantic Coast. and none
In Central and NC~-herT7 California and p0Ttjons
q Oregon and Washington intense heat prevailed
The corn crop mas experienced week Of favor
16le conoit.ons for growth except IN the Upper
Fsthsr slow. on account OF Insufficient heat and
rex a sunshine While rains have interferei
viii culrivation 10 some extent the crop as q
whole IS II fairly good state OF cultivation. and
i largely laid by. except IN the more northeriy
Winter wheat harvest continues in the northerly
cftricIs and IS largely nnlshed elsewhere Rainy
weather has extensively interferec with thTashing
lions af me Middle Atlantic States and Central
valleys. The abnormal heat on the North Pacific
m portions of south Dakota and Minnesota
spring wheat low lands has suffered from over
flows. Dur elsewhere in the spring wheat region
the crop Is IN promising condition. Rust continues
n South Dakota and Minnesota although not ma
S+rlsiiy Increasing ana Is beginning to appear IN
or the North Pacific Coast although exposed 10
trying heat conditions in the latter part Of the
Poth standing and harvested oats have suffered
d
lodging. hnd-red harvesting and injured oats in
STACK or shock. 4 fine crop however, is generally
Indicated
In the Ca-Clinas. Georgia and Florida, over the
greater part - Alabama and II Southern MisslS-
sipr1 cotton has generally done well Good growth
lE reported from the central and Western dis
rieis bur 1uch u the crop has suffered deteriors
tlon, largely from lack Of cultivation due 10 con-
tin1ous heavy rains In Tennessee. Northern
Mississippi anl Louisiana fields have been aban-
eanea 70 grass Too rank growth is more or less
Itp0rteo .. ali districts. except the CarOiinns and
Florida. Wet weather in Texas has favored the
Increase Cf boil weevils which also causing
Carnage tr Louisiana.
Tie general condition u tobacco IS promising.
5itHougE the crop is uff-rinE for cultivation IN
K@irucfy. Good growth is reported from nearly
a.. - The tobacco producing States.
win but few exceptions. d light apple crop Is
Indicated
IN w-Engand and portions q the Middle At
lantc States much hay has been 81 cured In good
condition but in the Central valleys haying has
Progressed under disadvantages. and considerable
har has been damaged. ON the Pacific Coast the
weather has beer favora Die for haying.
New-York tribune., 1905-07-12

consist OF only data in the form Of figures and
facts distinguished from expert opinion
Grenvine Perrin president OF the Produce Ex-
change when asked yesterday what basis there
might be for the current rumOrs OF leaks in
the Government grain report. answered that no
complaint OF any such Irregularities had come
10 him officially. and also that he had
official knowledge of any leak" President
Perrin has addressed letter to the Chicago
Board OF Trade and other Western exchanges
dealing in grain. asking them to join in a request
10 the government that the monthly crop report
conditions of grain shall be issued at noon
instead OF al O'clock IN the afternoon pres
ent The purpose Of the New York Exchange
in seeking 10 have the time Of issue changed is
that the reports now come out after the close Of
the markets here. and the Liverpool and other
European markets nave the first chance to trade
on the infoT nation given in the United States
government reports.
Officers Of the American Tobacco Company
Yesterday afternoon declined 10 discuss q story
from Washington that that corporati ton i'm
properly had Influenced the estimates on which
the Department of Agriculture's monthly reports
on tobacco crop conditions are based.
New-York tribune., 1905-07-12
PUBLISHERS AGREEMENT FAILS.
Court sustains R. H Macy & Co. in Selling
Books at Cut Price

A decision handed down yesterday in the
United States Circuit Court by Judge Ray in the
action Of the Bobbs-M Merrill Company and another
publishing house against r H. Macy & Co. for an
injunction 10 restrain Macy's from selling copy
right books at less than the retail prices fixed by
the Publishers Association which IL is expected
viii have far reaching effect on all trade com
binations Stephen H Oiin and ex-Attorney Gen
eraI W. II. H. Miller appeared for the complain
ants. and John G. Carlisle and Edmond E. Wise
for the defendants.
Judge Ray gives a sweeping decision in favor OF
r. H. Macy & Co. dismissing the complaint and
crtticising trade combinations. which he holds 10
be in violation OF the Sherman Antitrust law
The attitude OF r H. Macy Co. in refusing to ad-
here TO the prices fixed by the Book Publishers
Association Is strongly upheld. Judge Ray. in the
course OF a lengthy opinion, says:
When all publishers Of. and dealers in copyright
books-and nearly all new books copyright
ed-cOmbine TO exact a fixed arbitrary price
the readers Of books become poweriess if they
granted or sanctioned bv the government in grant
ing the copyright, hut because OF the monopoly
Ghe conspiracy OF monopolistsl created by the
agreement and combination of these nonopolists
one that Is forbidden and denounced by the act Of
July 2 1890
Judge Ray further says that II the Northern Sc
curites and kindred ARE to be respected as
Law and followed in wherc there is no hue and
cry against railroads. this combination is Illegal
and IN restraint Of interstate commerce.
The opinion concludes:
defendants unlawful combination agreement to
which such defendants parties. and by
which they have not consented TO become bound in
selling books Of which they are the absolute own
New-York tribune., 1905-07-12
BIG CUBAN TROLLEY LINE.
Branches to Run Ont of HacanG-
Freight and PASSENGERS.

The Havana Central Railway Company, in which
New-EorkdSs are interested, has awarded contracts
for the construction and equipment in Cuba Of the
largest electric railway system ever begun by
American interests outside of the United States
The company is 10 build and operate network
Of interurban lines radiaung from Havana
terror OF the island which has hitherto been with
out transportation facilities About one hundred
and twenty-five miles VIII be constructed. involving
an expenditure Of nearly $.OOo0Oo.
The road besides catering for passenger traffic
viii have freight service, TO give planters rapid
transportation 10 towns. From Havana one
branch will extend across the island 10 Rosario
about forty miles. A second line will run from
Havana seventeen miles south TO BejucaI 4
third line viii southwest TO MarieI thirty
seven miles
The powerhouse is 10 be constructed in Havana
Steam turbines viii be used. this being the first
instance Of such equipment being called for in the
West Indies The entire system will have double
overhead wires. both in Havana and on the inter
urban lines.
The General Electric Company has the contract
VaIued at more than Sl.500d00, for the electrical
equipment The United States Steel Products Ex-
port company, the foreign business end OF the
United States Steel Corporation has the rail con
tract, calling for 1900 tons, standard size The en-
ure system IS expected 10 be in operation in fifteen
months
The Havana Central Railway Company is con-
troed largely by interests identical with those of
the Havana Electric Company, which operates the
street railway system in Havana and suburbs.
lam L. Bull, Of the NeW-Yor banking house of
Edward d. Sweet & Co: George ?. Hopkins OF
george r Hopkins & Co, and E. P. Bryan. vice
president OF the Inter5orough Rapid Transit Com
New-York tribune., 1905-07-12
THE SEASON AT CARLSBAD.

At the Savoy and West End Hotel Carlsbad the
applications from prominent American families for
rooms have been so numerous that Mr. Aulich the
proprietor. has had TO extend the facilities of the
hotel proper by acquiring large modern villas
standing in the private grounds adjoining the
Savoy There the quiet and elegance had In ones
house may be enjoyed. Among those who
have already arrived at the Savoy and West End
Mr.. and Mrs. Ed. NJ. Burghard and family
Mr.. and Mrs. Jules Backe and family Mr. and
Mrs. H r IcSelheimer, F. Thompson and G;
Ehret Of New-fork; Mr. and Mrs. Ed Moore
Robinson and family Mrs. A c. Harrison, Mrs G.
L. Harrison and party. Mr.. and Mrs 5. Rea Mr.
and Mrs G. Rea and Miss p. Rea Of Philadelphfa
Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Williams and family and W
Prescott Smith, OF Baltimore Mr. and Mrs Tim
othy Hopkins and Miss Hopkins of San Fran
cisco also Prince Jaime de Bourbon, Princess
steuberg
New-York tribune., 1905-07-12
PETITIONS IN BANKRUPTCY.

The following petitions in bankruptcy We're filed
yesterday in the Clerks office OF the United States
District Court
Frank II warner mems furnishings. East
st. liabilities $3.50 Ss20 The principal
creditor Is II p Helck No. 126 West s6th-st.. $3.50.
secured The consist OF merchandise pledged
q loan
sl4 43s and assets The principal creditors
bernstein Louis silver and Louis Hostsin. hold
al $1,000 each
Inch was appointed receiver Of the business
OF Roseufed Co. vita d bond OF s3.b
Z Hamn appointed receiver Of the bust
ness o WoTksmaR with bond OF $500.
Joseph L. F0ilert. - Trinity Place. filed
tary petition liabilities x522I: s204
pal i. K Mitchell. Brooklyn. si500. Kate
Collins Washington. y C.. tI.lss The
OF stock, 400; apparel 4loo and cash n bank, 81
New-York tribune., 1905-07-12
ASSETS WORTH ONLY SIS.
Ludwig Hess, Insurance Broker, Examined
in Supplementary Proceedings

Ludwig Hess, a well known insurance map, OF No
800 Broadway. and president Of the Hess-Mott Com
uanv was examined yesterday in supplementary
proceedings in the City Court before Judge Con-
Ian The Judgment creditor, who responsible
for Hess's appearance in court, was Andrew Rob
ertson proprietor OF the Hotel St. Andrew at I'D
ST and Broadway
Robertson sued Hess for 1927 for dinners. floral
decorations and music supplied at the wedding of
Hess's daughter. in April last With the
hotel mans bill now amounts TO Sl2.
Henry ". Webber conducted the examination
Yesterday for Robertson. Mr.. Hess declared on the
stand that his only convertible asset share
OF stock Of the Hess-Mo Company, worth So
The examination was adjourned 10 August 3.
New-York tribune., 1905-07-12
HAIonT & FREEsE AFFAIRs.

In the United States Circuit Court yesterday
Judge Lacombe signed orders denying the motion
OF counsel fer the Haight & Freese Company 10
compel the complainant. Ridgway Bowker. TO fur
nish a s5.OOO indemnity bond. The court also
signed an order continuing the receivershis and
authorizing James D. Colt. OF Boston, and Beverly
r. Robinson. OF New-York. the receivers, 10 con-
tinue in their control Of the assets OF
the Haight Freese Company.
Application TO open the default OF the Haight &
Freese Company. which had failed To file it's proper
appearances and the bill of complaint
within the prescribed time. granted. perrnis-
sion was given TO counsel 10 file his answer put
he court stated that delay in taking the test-
TnOny on rhe trial OF the would be permitted
New-York tribune., 1905-07-12
Summer Advantages OF Our Stores:

No heat in NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. and engines being in
power house outside stores
Electric cooling fans all floors.
VentiIatOn-GoOd Light-COurteOus Attention
Resting Reading Writing Rooms
convenience Of customers.
Restaurant-best of viands moderate prices,
special refreshrnent features during the
Complete Merchandise Assortments throughout the
comfort
convenience andg good serviee during Summer
New-York tribune., 1905-07-12
July Opportunities
N Upholstery, Rugs, etc.

July Opportunities
IN Upholstery, Rugs, etc.
Egyptian Yarn CtIrtafn=-colored cross
stripes-l5 styles-value 81 49----. .SS
Point Arabe Curtains--Corded designs
for July clean up ..... were S2-9S IS
were $69s 4.0S
Above are perfect goods
2 TO : pairs OF a style
Combination. Net Red sets-Iace valance-
large motif centre with corner
pieces-complete-v g.. 90 2 IS
Curtain MusIins-coin -pots and coIor-d
strtpes-36 inch-value .12is and -15-- S%
French Net Cu-tairinss-lace inserting
and edxe-resl values 70 and 20 2O
Petit Point Tapestry Table Covers
-yd- squarc-hsnd knot frtnge-
were tn .----.---. .--.---.---- s3S
Reversible Tapestry Table Covers
two tone and solid colOTings-
frinsed-2 yds- square-value Sl-4O. .9S
Fine All Wool Brussels Rugs
new Oriental designs: also small
effects. for any room
61s IT., Cos; value 81. 40.
s.sxIO6 IT.. 11.9S: value S140s.
. x12 n. 14.75; value s1T-0s
Reversible Granite Art Squares
IKE tt--value 81 40 .-.--.--.-----.. / 90
Finest All Wool Art squares-3x4 yds.-
rich greens, wood tones. rods and
blue and white-ysIue $40 --.--- 7 90
BisssITs Improved Carpet sw-epers-
value $50 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. ! ~
New-York tribune., 1905-07-12
BUSINESS TROUBLES.

Judgment by default for Sss5 entered yes
terday in the County Clerks Office against the
Missouri Lead and Coal Company. a New-Jersey
corporation in favor OF John L. Douglass & Co
on an assigned claim OF John l. Douglass for
money laid out and expended for the company dur
ing 1893.
Judgment for a6.252 entered yesterday
against B. Sherwood Dunn in favor Of the Knick-
erbocker Trust Company, balance due for advances
made on a note Of the Delaware and Nor-hamp-
ron Railroad Company. New-Jersey corporation.
on March Z 1904 guaranteed By Dunn and others
New-York tribune., 1905-07-12
SANTA FE PLANS BIG TERMINAL.

San Francisco July lit has been announced
by local officials Of the Santa Fe that steps are
10 be Immediately taken toward establishing big
freight yards in the China Basin. Instructions
have been issued by General Manager Wells 10
hurry plans for two immense freight houses there
T-,ev wifi De the nucleus for Of the largest
frsiahr f-rtuDaIs ia the West II is expected that
ne CONGREGATION OF these buildings will take about
year in which time other important improve
Tnenus will be under way.
New-York tribune., 1905-07-12
RECEIVER FOR TOPEKA BANK.

Washington July u--Mr. Kane, Acting Con-
troIler OF the Currency. has about determined upon
the appointment Of Bank Examiner J. T. Bradley
as permanent receiver OF the First National Bank
Of Topeka Kan. which closed its doors on July
Mr.. Bradley is the temporary receiver. Conflicting
interests had brought at least a dozen candi-
daTea for the place
New-York tribune., 1905-07-12
ADVISE REPORT CHANGE.
Officials of NezC-YOrk Exchanges
Make Cotton Suggestions.

walter c. Hubbard. president Of the New-York
cotton Exchange. has written q letter 10 Presi-
Nent Roosevelt concerning the crop reports Is
Huel Dy The Department CT Agriculture II is
UNDERSTOOD that The letter. which viii be read TO
Ae members Of the exchange to-day from the
'OslruIn, makes certain suggestions 10
eAaiges IN the method of making up the cotton
report and asks that in future the report shall
New-York tribune., 1905-07-12
HOME INSURANCE COMPANY DIVIDEND.

The Home Insurance Company. AT No So Cedar
ST. has just declared a seHi-annual dividend OF 10
per cent on its capital 100000 The 10Th semi
annual statement OF the company shows assets OF
Sls So. ~ Os. largely composed OF bonds ana sur
Mus over contingencies and all liabilities including
capital OF s. 7Os s6 76 As regards the policy mold
ers the surplus Is stated 10 be tlocosfo 20 ne