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The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24
NO EXPLOSIVES ABOARD.
Accident Must Have Been Caused by
the Boilers.

San Diego. Cal, July 23.-Captain F.
]. Drake of Mare Island navy yard, who
was ordered here by the navy depart
ment Immediately after the explosion
on the Bennington, consented to make
a statement to the Associated Press
this evening, the first he has made for
publication regarding the catastrophe.
He was asked if he had read the opin-
ion of Rear Admiral Rae. chief en-
gineer of the navy, as telegraphed from
Washington, concerning the cause of
the explosion:
Yes" he replied. CT have read it, 1t
is, of course, based upon superstition.
/ can state there were no high explo-
sives on the Bennington. and therefore
the theory of high explosives as the
cause is disposed of. The accident was
due to the boilers, the exact nature Of
which has been fully and correctly de-
scribed by Captain Young.
1T was one of those unfortunate accS-
dents that may occur any time, and for
which no satisfactory explanation can
be made. Accidents will occur in spite
of every precaUtion that may be taken.
Railroads have accidents, yet they neg
lect no precaution.
But, captain, is not the explosion of
a boiler in a naval vessel very un-
usual accident?" was suggested.
Yes, it is unusual-very unusual, in
deed" he replied.
''Will you say anything regarding the
condition of the boilerS-when they
We're last inspected and whether any
report was made of defects recently ?''
THE condition Of the boilers of the
Bennington is known in the depart
ment at Washington Report was made
and is on file in the department regard
ing their condition. and it is not neces-
sary for me or Captain Young to say
anything about that matter"
Captain Drake said that he believes
the Bennington will be ohated within n
short time, probably within forty-eignt
hours
we are making rapid progress in
pumping out the water, using a centri-
fugal pump which has, been placed on
the lighter alongside he said. From
what we know at present there is no
serious damage to the hull. The water
came in through the blow pipes at the
bottom, which were broken off when
the boilers were displaced. These can
be repaired without great difficulty
when the water is cleared from below .
Captain Drake. like Commander
Young. believes the missing--now given
at sixteen-were drowned. Their bodies,
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24
PORTLAND EXCURSIONS
Via Oregon Short Line.

Salt Lake to Portland and return
(direcD. ......., ....... $50. SS1 so
Salt Lake TO Portland and. return
lone way via San Francisco) :. AZ. so
Salt Lake to Portland and return
zone way via Los Angeles) 49,. 90. so
Tickets to Portland and return. di-
rect, on sale daily from May "a to Sept
80. inclusive. Tickets reading one way
via San Francisco or Los Angeles on
sale July 1, 2. 8, 4. Z, s, 9. II, -, 49, IA,
20, 81. 20. An tickets good for stop
overs and limited to ninety days from
date OF sale Additional selling dates
for tickets via San Francisco or Los
Angeles quoted later. City Ticket Of
nee, POI Main street
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24
REPORT TO ROOSEVELT.
President Forwarded Details Of the
Disaster

Oyster Bay, July 23.-In response to
the presidents telegram sent last mid
night, Acting Secretary, of the Navy
Charles H. Darling has telegraphed an
official report of the disaster to the
L. 5. s. Bennington to President Roose-
welt. The telegram follows:
Accident Of the Bennington caused
by small leak i'll boiler, which was
about to be repaired when the boiler
burst and was forced astern through
Its bulkhead coming III contact with 4
second boiler. which was also forced
through its bUlkhead, both boilers ex-
ploding with two close explosions. There
was no noise Ship filed from stem 10
stern with scalding steam, SCOT and
ashes Many men blown overheard:
others jumped overheard for air, many
of whom were drowned Survivors
comfortably quartered in army bar
racks Wounded are scattered about in
three hospitals. those but slightly
wounded in private residences. Latest
reports from commanding officer gives
fOrty-fve dead Identified; eleven dead
unidentified; forty-eight wounded. a
number of whom viii die; seventeen
missing, total number on board 100
Captain Drake with surgeons and
nurses sent from Mare island arrived
today He has been given full author
ity TO employ doctors and purchase
such medical supplies as may be neces-
sary- Everything is being done to care
for the wounded Arrangements have
been made for the burial of the dead
with full military honors in the military
cemetery at Fort Rosecrans tomorrow.
Commanding officer reports that he has
requested Protestant and Roman Cath
Ollie clergy to read service over the
dead Later and fuller particulars are
expected in the morning which will be
transmitted to you by wire
CHARLES H DARLING,
Acting Secretary
The president has directed that every
thing possible be done TO alleviate the
suffering of the injured. A general in
quiry into the causes OF the disaster
will be made. but the board which is TO
make the investigation so far as can
be learned here, has not been designated
or
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24
FRENCH PREMIER MADE ACQUAINTED
WITH RUSSIAS CONFERENCE PLANS

Paris. July 23.-As a sequel to the
conference between Premier Rouvier
and NJ. Witte at the foreign Office on
Saturday, the Russian peace pIenipo-
Tertiary held an extended conversation
with NJ. Nelidoff. the Russian ambas-
sador, after which a special courier
left for st. Petersburg. having dis
patches for the emperor.
The utmost discretion has been OBJ
served with reference TO the exchanges
made at Saturdays meeting but there
is reason to believe that the French
premier is now fully acquainted with
the Russian standpoint and with the
line of action which NJ. White Will
adopt at the peace conference
NJ. Witte appears to be satisfied with
NJ. Rouvier's assurances that France
VIII adopt every possible means to as
sist her ally to reach a satisfactory ar
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24
Unknown Weak Spot.

Blue of the gunboat Bennington, who
is now at Mare Island hospital says
there was some unknown weak spot in
one Of the boilers of the vessel and
there was too much pressure on il. Al
though carrying no warrant machinist.
the Bennington had three chief machin-
lists who all understood the work Of en-
Sineers, and Ensign Wade also had ex-
perience in the same line Lieutenant
Blue speaks highly Of the personnel
and discipline of the crew on the Ben
nington.
Naval Constructor Evans has re-
ceived orders to proceed. to San Diego
from Mare island. presumably to deter
mine the damage done to the gunboat
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24

rangAIuent. The friendly relations OF
the French government with Great
Britain viii undoubtedly play a promi
nent part when the period for a direct
exchange of views begins. 1t is be-
heved that this was the chief point dis
cussed during the conversation at the
Quai D'Orsay. but until the lines are
defined on which the negotiations viii
be conducted France can only promise
To use her influence for the best inter
estS of her ally Until now both par
ties have succeeded in keeping their
respective programmes from publicity
and there are assertions emanating
from various quarters purporting to
specify the claims of each side are
purely speculative. The universal de-
sire here is that the result of the con-
ference VIII be a cessation of hostili-
ties, While the hope is expressed that
Russia will be able to ind an issue
from her awkward situation without
sacrificing her national self-respect-
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24

he believes, will be found in the bay
from time to time.
These missing men, he said. were
undoubtedly blown into the water and
were too badly injured to help them
selves / do not think any of the miss
ing men have taken advantage of the
conditions TO desert, as has been sus-
gested by some persons.
VIII you be able to float the Ben
nington without the aid of a repa ir
ship" was asked.
THAT depends he answered upon
a great many things. 1 can not say
until we have pumped out all the water
and made thorough inspection of the
ship"
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24
LAST HONORS PAID TO BLACKMAR
Late CommandernChief Of the Grand Army Of the Republic
Followed to the Grave by Vast COneourse
of Veterans.

chusettS posts Of the Grand, Army fol-
lowed by the funeral party and a troop
of state cavalry, escorted the body TO
the Second Unitarian church, of which
Mr.. Rlaclmar was a member
Among the honorary pall-bearers
were Lieutenant Governor Curtis Guild,
Jr-, former Secretary of the Navy John
D. Long. former Governor John l.
Bates, former Governor John Q. A
Bracket and Mayor Patrick A. Collins.
At the conclusion of the services at
the church the body was escorted by
the cavalry troops to Cedar Grove GEM
etery, where interTnent took place in
the Blackmar lot, overlooking the Ne
pOnset river.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24

noSToN, July 2S.-veterans of the
u civil war, Sons of Veterans. mem
bers of the Woman's Relief corps
and other patriotic societies today paid
honor to the late Wilmon w. Black
mar, commander-in-chi of the Grand
Army of the Republic
During the morning the body lay in
state in Memorial hall at the state
house, surrounded by the battle flags
borne by the troops OF the common
wealth during the civil war
The casket was draped with the ma
uonal colors, and guarded by Grand
Army comrades. Ten thousand persons
passed through the hall and gazed on
the face of the dead commander
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24
BOYCOTT AT SHANGHAI.

Shanghai. July 23.-In carrying out
the boycott by the Chinese of American
goods, which was arranged for at a
mass meeting here July 20, an excep-
ton will be made in the case of Amer
lean dealers who have not yet received
supplies of new goods. They will be
allowed to sell their existing stocks
but in the future contracts with them
are forbidden by the leaders of the
boycott movement. II is announced
also that Chinese pupils will be al
lowed to continue in attendance at
American schools.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24
UNABLE TO LOCATE
MAN WHO THREW BOMB

Constantinople. July 23.-Three COM
missions are inquiring into the attempt
on the life of the sultan on Friday. but
they have not yet been able to find the
slightest clue either to the author or
the origin of the outrage. The major
ity of the victims were coachmen, and
to pieces and fifty-five horses We're
killed. Eye-Witnesses describe the
scene after the explosion as heartrend-
ing with men and horses lying dying
around. A hole two yards wide was
made in the ground by the explosion
OF the bomb.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24
NATIONS DEAD
LAID TO REST
Continued from Pace 1.

continued from rage J.
Paurs. read the Episcopal burial serv-
ice, the twenty-firs Psalm. and repeat
ed the Lords Prayer. He closed his
impressive duty by casting handful
of earth upon the collins.
Venerable Father a. d. U7bach of the
Catholic church, attended by two CEN
sor-bearers. then stepped forward. In
rich and resonant voice he read the
service of the dead and blessing them
with water and incense.
Believing all was over. many turned
10 60 There was yet TO come, how
ever, the most impressive incident of
the scene. Commander Young of the
Remington stepped out from the group
of officers at the head of the trench
and, raising his hand, commanded in
slant attention. In a deep. gruff voice
the voice of a typical sailor-he said:
Sacred Trust imposed.
Captain Scott commander of Fort
Rosecrans, and his SUCCESSORS:
Il commit to your tender care the
bodies of our unfortunate shipmates
and patriotic dead. May their graves
never be forgotten by the hand of af-
lection. May they rise above this, their
last resting place. marble slabs to mark
the place as sacred to the nations care,
and may the morning sun ever kiss the
green sod above their dust emblamatic
OF our love and affection-Y
I accept the sacred trust of the hon.
ored dead, replied Captain Scott. There
was many a furtive tear brushed from
mOistened eyes by this simple but i'm
pressive scene.
Parting VoIey Shot.
Attention." came the command in
sharp tones from the big sergeant in
command OF the artillery company
There was rapid. concerted move
ment along the double file of soldiers
at the head of the grave. Another com
mand and every gun was pointed over
the long rows of caskets. In quick
succession three sharp volleys crashed
noiSily. Out of the ranks stepped a
bugler and with impressive elaboration
the solemn, quarvering notes of the last
bugle' call over the dead sounded far
out over the bay, waking the echoes
far down among the rugged rocks be-
low.
City Will Build Monument.
While the government will Mace
headstones over the graves of the Ben
nington victims, buried at Fort Rose
Grams, the people of San Diego purpose
to give them a memorial in a more
conspicuous locality. The plan is to
erect handsome monument, suitably
inscribed. in the city park. The naval
reserves have started a subscription in
this behalf and already a considerable
sum has been pledged. 1t is not doubt
ed that ample funds will promptly be
raised to carry out the patriotic under
taking in a fitting manner
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24
RETURNED TO ENGLAND.

Washington. July 2S-John Hyde. the
former statisucian OF the department.
of agriculture who resigned last week.
has returned TO England whence he
was summoned at the beginning of the
department. investigation which result
ed in the dismissal of Associate Statis-
tician Holmes. It is stated that Mr.
Hyde has gone abroad to consult Lon
don specialist and viii be absent a
month or six weeks
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24
KING OF SPAIN IS
TO VISIT GERMANY

San Sebastian, Spain, July 23.--It is
rUmored that Emperor William has
asked King AlDhonso to time his visit
TO Berlin so as 10 include Sept. 1, the
anniversary of the battle of Sedan, but
the Spanish government has replied
that the king would wish to remain In
Spain until the general elections, which
take place Sept. 6. The question of the
visit was discussed today between Cen
eral Matero Rios, the premier, and Herr
Won Radowitz, the German ambassador.
King Alfonso viii travel to Berlin by
way OF Switzerland
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24

"Note-The players agree on seven up
though the caddy's card shows nine up,
by error on card for two holes
HoIbrook OBJ .....5 8 s 6 7-53
Holman (S. Ii "A 6 8 3 SIS
Three up on Is holes.
Card is for second round; Holman two
down at end of first nine Holes.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24

grand finish at the lake. The manage
ment of the latter is making special
arrangements for that night to handle
the crowd with comfort. so that YOU can
reckon on getting in and getting back
home enjoyabIy.
Again, Allongs! Yez are expected.
Faithfully. IEARY.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24
VICTIM OF suMsTRokE.

Belfort, France, July 23.-GeneraI
Dessiriery commander of the military
forces In Paris, received a sunstroke
here today while directing maneuvers.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24
EARTHouAkE IrALX.

Florence, July 23.-The seismographfo
instruments at the observatory be-
tween ; and O'Clock tonight recorded
continuous violent vibrations in an
easterly direction
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24

very heavy lead on Arthur. A4cC5urrsn
mas a cinch unless he breaks an arm,
and Wicks has almost as sure a pro-
position in his game because he is al
Ways steady and is capable of playing
much lower than his card showed yes
terday- Besides, Holman is reasonably
sure OF his match and Copp goes into
pay today with a handicap of four in
his favor. which is strong odds even
Tor as good a man as Richards, when
Copp's experience and knowledge of
the course are factors
For all that. the matches today are
hkely to be much more exciting than
yesterdays. The Butte men are un-
doubteoly at a disadvantage in play
ing on strange course and under a
sun that has Disconnected them con-
siderably- At times yesterday, il was
hot enough to broil chicken and the
Butte men complained bitterly of the
discomfort, but today they VIII prob
ably be in better shape for the expert
ence and determined to retrieve the
disaster Of the first round.
Analysis of the Score.
Green ('a'''' & :4sts.ss "a
81
TA''''''" g lbs: :s:issttsEEs
81. us s.
'Note.-Green picked up on I'd and 9Th
i nolesj; Thompson on 9Th hole. second
Richards 'Bu''''-ss sssiSis'GGH
"a
0''' Is. Ii :. -.t:s.stssss &c
so
Richards picked up.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24
Pure Food Laws

will not interfere with BURNETT'S VA
NILLA- No board questions it's purity
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24
Don't Forget

w. A. Duvall when you wanl fine wal
paper. ITO W. Second South.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24
Four Bodies Recovered.
The following names are added t
Boards Appointed.

Captain Drake has appointed the
usual boards in cases of accidents to
carry on the work and make inVesti-
cations. All the members are mem
bers OF the Bennington's crew, and
there is no special significance attached
to this action.
The formal investigation will be made
by Admiral Goodrich upon the arrival
of the Chicago.
Naval Constructor Evans, Lieuten-
ants Mitchell and Larimer, Surgeons
Mccullough. KindeBberger and Mead.
have been ordered to report to Captain
Drake. They come from Mare island
Lieutenant Written of the tug For
tune has been ordered TO report to Cap
tain Young for duty on the Bennington.
Captain Drake said tonight that the
Bennington viii be stripped of all her
armament and equipment except the
main battery and towed to Mare island
for repairs. provided she is raised and
it is deemed safe to start on the voyage
north.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24
FRENCH SQUADRON COMING.

Paris. July 23.-The minister of ma
rine has decided to send a squadron to
visit the United States at the end of
October.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24

Salt Lake Photo. Supply Co. Supplies.
Dew and Finishing. Main and Sd So.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1905-07-24
City Will Build Monument.
DEATH LIST GROWING.
Number Placed at Sixty by the
Latest Reports.

N(S%
San Diego, Cal, July pa careful
compilation of casualties was made by
the Associated Press at o'clock to-
night, and is as follows:
Buried in military cemetery at Fort
Rosecrans today, At; dead now in
morgues. II, awaiting shipment to reIa-
tives; dead in fire room of Benning-
ton, stitl uncovered, 2; total dead, SO.
Injured at various hospitals, 40; miss
ing, 16; grand total. 125-
Of the injured at hospitals seven or
eight are expected to die.
Forty nine bodies were taken to the
cemetery today, but two were brought
back upon teIegrap hic orders for ship
ment which reached here after they had
been started for the cemetery.
Ensign Peery's body has been en-
balmed and will be shipped to the naval
cemetery at Annapolis
Four Bodies Recovered.
The following names are added to the
list of dead, the first four having been
taken from the fire room of the Ben
nington, and whose names have not ap-
peared among the injured list hereto
fore sent:
d. n. Holland, fireman.
NJ. Conway. fireman.
=. Z. Rushing, fireman
Frank De Courtoni, oiler.
n. NJ. FrickWiIder.
The Brownsville daily herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1897-1910, 1905-12-19
AQulet Wedding.

The marriage ofAIiss Katherine
Childress and Towel Marston took
place this morning at $50 at the
quarters OF Captain and Mrs. Dana
w. Kilburn at Fort Brown. Only
a few friends from town and post
were privileged to witness this hap
by event. The ceremony was per
formed according to the Episcopal
ritual, Rev. Mr.. Woodward oficiat-
ing. Captain Murray Baldwin serv-
ed as best man, while Captain Kill
burn, brother-in-law of the bride,
gave her away 20 the man of her
choice. A stylish and becoming
travelling suit of brown cloth and
hat to match were worn by the
bride, and the groom was also at
tired in his going away suit.
Amid the congratulations and
goodby es of their friends, emphas-
lied by generous showers of rice,
the happy couple took their dePar-
ture on the 9:45 train for Houston
where they will reside. Mr.. Mars
ton is quite we'll known in this sec
ton, having visited here frequent
ly as travelling representative of the
Peden Iron and Steel company
The fair girl who has honored him
by giving her life and happiness
into his keeping is the charming
and popular daughter of Mr.. and
Mrs. Asa D. Childress, who for
merly resided in,Brownsville. Both
have numerous friends who join
heartily in wishing them a long
and happy welded life.
The Brownsville daily herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1897-1910, 1905-12-19
PERSONALS.

o. H. Murphy, of Sarita, was a
visitor to the city yesterday.
Arthur Lightburn was a passen-
ger from the Point yesterday.
B. F. Wilson, a railroad man
from Houston, is i'll the city today
Chas. Champion, the Isabel mer-
chant, came in on yesterday after
moons train.
w. P. Gano, prominent citizen
of Sarita, was a visitor to Browns
vile yesterday, returning this
morning.
Mrs. Jno. Closner has returned
to her home at Hidalgo, after
spending several days here with
her mother, Mrs. NJ. Dougherty.
E. P. Bennett, of San Antonio,
representing R. c. Dun's financial
agency, after spending several
days here, left Tor other points
this morning.
c. A. Cosby, a commercial
traveller from Philadelphia, was
among yesterdays arrivals in
Brownsville, and is interviewing
our merchants today.
w. B. Morrison, representing
the typewriter department of the
j. J. Pastoriza Printing & Litho
company, Houston, is in city III
the interest of his people.
S. M. Lesesne, of Edna, travel
il G representative of the Galveston
News, was one of the outgoing
passengers today, after spending
several days here in the interest of
his paper.
Herbert bennett, who is employ
ed il the railroad Offices at Kings
vile, came in last evening 10 visit
the home-folks. His friends are
always glad to welcome him to
Brownsville.
The Brownsville daily herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1897-1910, 1905-12-19

THE HERALD is under obliga-
tons to NJ. B. Kingsbury, general
agent of the Southern Pacific steam
ship lines at Havana, Cuba, for q
supply of very attractive literature
regarding Cuba and the great South
ern Pacific company, and also q
copy of the Daily Telegraph Of
Havana, dated December II. From
the issue before us, it is learn.
ed there have been fifteen cases OF
yellow fever during the season,
and no deaths. The cold weather
has materially assisted the sanitary
authorities. and only one case had
developed in three days prior to the
date of the Telegraph.
H. H. Weller and Henry Kring
returned yesterday from two days
hunt, and report splendid success.
Three large bucks, two big turkey
.gobblers and a leopard cat were the
result of their stay. Henry Kring
claims the honor of killing the
largest deer, which he says was the
king of the forest. A look at the
head of the buck, which the gen
tlemen say was as large as an aver
age yearling, proves he was a mon
ster, the horns having sixteen
prongs. This is no hunters yarn,
and can be proven by visit to
Weller's saloon where the head is
on exhibition. Game abounds in.
the region above Brownsville and
hunting parties are frequent and
very successful. Small game is so
plentiful our sportsrnen have ceas-
ed to pay any particular attention
to it, and any time hunter can go
out and kill all the ducks the law
and have three-fourths OF
TIE day left to look for larger game.