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Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07
STORY OF THE FINAL SESSION.


A Happy Termination of the Portx-
mouth Pence Conference.
Portsmouth, n. H., Aug. 30.-The long
and bloody "a between Japan and
Russia is ended. The terms of peace
were settled by Mr.. Witte and Baron
Komura at the session Of the conference
Tuesday morning, and in the afternoon
preliminary arrangements for an armis-
tice were concluded and the actual work
Of framing the Treaty of Portsmouth"
was, by mutual agreement, turned over
to Mr.. De Martens, Russia's great inter-
national lawyer, and Mr.. Dennison, who
for % years has acted as the legal adj
wiser of the Japanese foreign office.
The treaty is expected to be complet-
ed by the end of the week.
A Happy Conclusion.
This happy conclusion Of the confer
once which, a week ago, would have
been shipwrecked had it not been for
the heroic intercession of President
Roosevelt, was sudden and dramatic.
For the sake Of peace, Japan, with the
magnanimity Of a victor, at the last mo-
ment yielded everything still in issue.
Russia refused to bulge from the ulti-
matum Emperor Nicholas had given to
President Roosevelt through Ambassa-
dor Meyer. No indemnity under any
guise, but an agreement to divide SAX
halin and reimburse Japan for the MAIN
teEance Of the Russina prisoners we're
his last words. They had been repeat
eddy reiterated in Mr.. Whites instruc-
lions and in the form of a written re-
ply to the Japanese compromise pro-
posal of last Wednesday, they were de-
livered to Baron Komura Tuesday
morning. Mr.. White went to the con-
ference declaring he was powerless to
change the dot of an i or the cross of a
t in his instructions. Emperor Nichol-
as word had been given not only to
him, but to President Roosevelt, the
head Of a foreign state.
Japan Played the Trump Card.
When Baron Komura, therefore, first
offered the new basis of compromise
outlined in the press dispatches yester-
day (the complete rauunciation Of in
demnity, coupled with he proposition
for the redemption of Sai;halin at a
price to be fixed by a mixed tribunal
consisting of representatives of The
neutral powers, in fact, If not in words,
the solution offered by the president),
MI. Witte again returned a non pos
sumus. 1t was what Mr.. Witte termed
in a recent interview the psychological
moment" Mr.. White did not finch. He
expected a rupture, and as he ex-
pressed himself afterwards, he was
stunned by what happened. Baron Ko-
mura gave way on all the disputed
! points.
| To Renig Meant More War.
With the prescience that has enabled
the Japanese to gauge the mental proc
ess of their a~dversaries on the field of
battle and upon the sea, they had re-
allied i'll advance that peace could be
obtained in no other way. They had
warned their government. President
Roosevelt had also, it. is believed, adj
vised Japan that it was better to meet
the Russian position than to take the
responsibility Of continuing the war for
the purpose Of collecting tribute. The
mikado at the session of the cabinet
and elder statesmen had sanctioned the
concession. When Baron Komura yield
ed, the rest vas mere child's play.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07
Characteristics
uf tlrr 5hral Matt
By MISS KATHERINE WILLARD.
IISS KATHERINE WILLARD.

and endurance through invigorating work and wholesome exercise; who
vitaEzes his mental attributes by the ceaseess acquisition Of vaster
knowledge and more comprehensive understanding OF his fellows and
their work, trying to excel, vet in a spirit OF service and love, not OF
supremacy; and morally he who has attained to Wseishness, TO rech-
tude of purpose, to a deep sense of justice, truth and charity, and who
retains wihal a humble and reverent spirit. is ideal indeed. for he is
striving for perfection, than which there can be no greater aspiration.
In these three phases of life we rarely find constancy and serious
ness of effort in the individual man, yet where they are combined,
whether he be of lowly or mighty station, he it is who commands the
respect and love of all Hei is who honors and dignifcs manhood and
who typifes all that is mobiles and worthiest of emulation-uhe ideal
man.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07

History will ascribe to you the
glory" and added the expression of
Russia's hearty appreciation of the
presidents generous initiative"
Mr.. Roosevelt replied with words of
thanks and congratulation. Then be-
gan the jubilation. Mr.. WHITE and Bar
on de Rosen returned to the hotel for
luncheon. The Japanese had remained
at the conference hall TO lunch with Mr..
Peirce. The news that peace had been
concluded had preceded the Russian
plenipotentiaries, and such scenes of
wild rejoicing have never before been
witnessed in the state of New Hamp-
shire as greeted them ui'on their arriv-
al at the hotel.
The Russians Jnbilant.
Mr.. White, dazed at the sudden and
happy termination of the conference,
was fairly overpowered by the tremend-
Gus ovation he received. He could only
express his gratitude by shaking the
hands of everybody, and In response to
the volley of questions fired at him as
to the terms, murmured, "We pay Lot q
kopeck and we get half of Sakhalin."
Later, in his room, when he had par
tally recovered himself, he declared
that he could not have dreamed Of such
a victory, for that he regards it as a
diplomatic triumph of the first magni-
tude he makes no attempt to conceal.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07
Milk Cans Become Lifebuoys.

A farmers wife, who had been to
Llandipsil, Cardiganshire, to sell milk,
had a singular escape from drowning
while returning to Carmarthen. A
small boat in which she was crossing
a river was upset and she was thrown
into the water. Fortunately she had
with her two milk cans, now empty
and securely closed, and these acted
as life-buoys. Clinging to the cans.
the woman foated along for some dts
lance until passersby saw her plight
and rescued her.-Londe7 Express
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07

BARON KOMURA.
Instantly Komura said: VERY
WELL, WE WILL WAIVE ALL IN
DEMNITY AND DEMAND ONE
HALF OF SAKHALIN."
"WITTE WAS THUNDERSTRUCK.
He had expected no such concession.
There was nothing for kim to do but
accept, and he did accept.
1t is estimated that Russia will pay
from $4,000, 900 to 500, 900, 600 to the
Japanese for the are of the Russian
prisoners.
NJ. White expresses the opinion that
some time will be required to complete
the details of the treaty. He does not
approximate the period, but it is ap-
parent that several weeks will proba-
bly, elapse before the treaty is ready
for the final signature.
The Japanese correspondents ex-
press great dissatisfaction with the
basis of the treaty.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07
STATEMENT BY Mn sATO.
He Voices tie Official Via w of the
Japanese Position.

Portsmouth, Aug. 39.-The Japanese
statement was issued by Mr.. Sato on
behalf of the japanese plenipotentia-
ries:
THE questions of the final DISPOSE
ton of the island of Sakhalin and the
reimbursement to japanese of her war
expenses have from the first been Issues
on which absolute divergence Of views
existed. The difference of opinion upon
these points-not one, but both-have
frequently threatened the existence OF
the conference. But his majesty, the
emperor Of Japan, responding to the
dictates Of humanity and civilization, in
a spirit of perfect Cancellation and in
the interest of peace, authorized hiE
plenipotentiaries to waive the question
Of reimbursement of war expenses anC
consented to a division of SakhaliI
upon terms which are mutually accept
able, thus making it possible to bring
the important work of the conference
TO o successful issue"
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07
THE PREsIDkNr ELATED.
The News 'TOok the President by
SURPRISE and He in Thankful.

The News 'TOok the President by
Surprise and He liz Thankful.
Oyster Bay, N. Y, Aug. 3t.-.In his
library at Sycamore Hill, President
Roosevelt received the announcement
that the Russian and japanese pleni-
potentlaries at Portsmouth had reached
an agreement and would proceed at
once for formulate a treaty Of peace.
Came sooner Than Expected.
The announcement had not been ex-
pected SO soon. The president at no
time during the negotiations pending
had abandoned hope OF a successful is
sue of the conference, but he had re-
allied more clearly than any other one
man in the world the enormous difficult
ties which confronted the ENJOYS in
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07

Topeka. Kas., Aug. 30.-A run
which is universally declared to be
without the slightest warrant, started
on the bank Of Topeka, when 1t opened
for business and continued without
cessation. All demands have been net.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07

Des Moines, a., Aug. 30.-Gov. Cum
minis, replying to the letter Of Secretary
Of the Treasury Shaw, gives the Des
Moines Capital, LATE Young's paper, as
the authority for his assertions in re-
gard to Secretary Shaw's reference to
the reciprocity treaty with France
which failed.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07
The Canadians Won.

Toronto, Ont, Aug. 30.-For the first
time In eight years the Canadians won
the international cricket match by de-
feating the United States by one inning
and 20 runs. The Americans could do
nothing with the Canadian bowling.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07


Bad Boy Etc.)
Copyright, 1905, by Joseph b. Bowles)
Madrid, Spain.-My dear Uncle: You
probably think that we are taking u
lives in our hands by coming to Spain,
so soon after the Cuban war, in which
President Roosevelt charged up San
Juan hill. in the face of over 80 blood
thirsty .Spaniards. and captured the
blockhouse on the summit of the hill,
which was about as big as a switch
mans shanty, and wouldn't hold two
platoons of infantry, of II men to the
platoon. without crowding, and which
closed the war, after the navy had ever
lastingly ~paralyzed the Spanish vessels,
and sunk them in wet water, and picked
up the crews and run them through
clothes wringers to dry them out; but
we are as safe here as we would be on
South Clark street, in Chicago.
Do you know, when | read Of that
charge of III troops up San Juan hill,
headed by our peerless bear hunter, |
thought it was like the battle of Gettys-
burg, where hundreds of thousands of
men fought on each side, and | classed
Roosevelt with Grant, Sheridan, Sher-
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07

Arrested for Alleged Theft.

Seattle, Wash, Aug. 30.-Gus Bobbs,
who is alleged to have stolen SO, 900 in
cash and checks from Charles A. Ste
vens & Brothers, of Chicago, on August
II, was arrested here, and is being held
pending the arrival of a Chicago officer.
Bobbs admits that he is the man want
ed.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07
The Work of Putting the Treaty of
Peace Into shape Will Now
be Proceeded With.

Portsmouth, N. H., Aug. 30.-The
conference has arrived at complete &C
.ord on all questions.
The Japanese yielded practically ev-
erything. They accepted the Russian
lltimatum, no indemnity and a divi-
sion of Sakhalin without payment of
redemption money.
at seems incredible. L don't be-
lieve any other man i'm my place
would have dared to hope for the
possibility of peace on the cOndi-
lions We have just agreed to-
WHITE.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07

Huntington, W. Va, Aug. 30.--Wili-
lam Barbour shot and instantly killed
Eta Denney after a quarrel over a love
affair here. He then shot and killed
himself. Both are well known and
prominent. Miss Denney had just re
turned from the funeral Of her father.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07
Increasea Asse.sment..

Joliet, Ill, Aug. 30.-The delegates to
the National Kreigerbund had a stormy
debate over a resolution increasing as
sessments in the insurance branch. The
resolution finally prevailed. Rates will
be increased on January 1 next from
$1.50 to SITE per quarter.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07
To Dine with Emperor william.

Berlin, Aug. 30.-Congressman Will
lam Alden Smith, of Michigan, n of
the American group of delegates to the
interparliamentary congress at Brus-
sells, received an invitation from EN-
peror William to dine with him Satur-
day might.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07

st. Joseph, Mo-, Aug. 30.-C. J. Jor-
dan, a telephone lineman, was killed by
a live wire. He was working on top of
a pole at the time. His wife, who lives
in st. Louis, and parents in New York
city, were notified by telegraph.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07
Jeweler says He was Robbed.

st. Louis, Aug. 30.--The safe of H.
H. Gernardt, jeweler, was rifed, he
says, Of $1,000 worth of gems. He has
caused the arrest of two clerks, who de-
clare they know nothing Of the affair.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07

Nashville, Tenn, Aug. 30.-Gov. Cox
and stan, who were going to Portland,
(Ore.) exposition this week. have aban-
doped the trip owing to the yellow fe-
yer and The usindng troubles at Tracey
City.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07

Memphis. Tenn, Aug. 29.--Killed by
the collapse of a tombstone while seated
on his brothers grave at Williston,
Tenn, was the fate of 4-year-old Boyce
King, son Of a New Albany (Miss.)
planter.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07

And that is the general verdict here.
The Russians are overjoyed at the re-
suit.
1--WE haze had Il Lao Yangs and
Mukdens or land" they say, "and our
Tsushima on sta, but the japanese have
their Portsmouth"
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07
KILLED by HI. Mother. sutton.

Auburn, Ind, Aug. 30.--Anthony
Zonker, a young farmer, vas shot and
killed by Frederick Kuckuck, his
mothers sutton, who pleads self de-
Tense. Zonker object to the remar-
riage Of his mother, a widow.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07
The Educational congres..

Portland, Ore, Aug. 30.-Several
prominent educators addressed the Lew
is and Clark Educational congress,
among them being President Ide Wheel
er Of tie University of California.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07

Boston, Aug. 30.--Maj.-G Gen. Wood and
Mrs. Wood have left for New York. They
will start thence for the Philippines,
where Gen. Wood will resume his com
mand. After a few days stop in Lon
don they will proceed directly to Ma
Mia.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07
Gov.-Gen. Manimovitch Resigns.

Warsaw, Aug. S0.-According to .
private dispatch received here from st.
Petersburg, Gov.-Gen. Maximovitch has
resigned and will be succeeded by Adju-
tant General Sksllon
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07
WILD SCENES OF JOY.

Men Threw Their Hats In the Atr
and Women Wept.
Portsmouth, N. H., Aug. 30.-A
scene of great excitement followed the
receipt of the news Of the conference
agreement in the lobby of the Hotel
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07

Rich Hill, Mo-, Aug. 30.-The new gas
well on the Elgert farm, west Of here.
is flowing SOC, 900 cubic feet of gas daily,
and Is daily becoming stronger.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07
Got 1900 Volts ana Yet Lives.

Louisville, KY, Aug. 30.-Clareucs
Wathin, aged rs, was shocked into IN
sensibility by 1900 volts of electricity,
and ten minutes later was able "a
walk.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07

their deliberations. While he ms not
for a moment relaxed his earnest eff
forts to induce the conferees to continue
their discussions with a view to secnr-
ing a basis Of agreement, he had felt
for As hours that the task he had set
for himself in tho interest of humanity
and civilization was well-nigh hope
Iaca
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07

Since no man is per
feet. he who strives for
the greatest perfection
physically, mentally and
morally is the most
ideal
He who makes most
OF his physical self by
intensiiying his strength
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07

Fleas and Onions Trouble the Bad
Boy and His Dad-"Little Hen
merry Treats the King of Spain to
April Fool ~Candy-Dad Tries to
Stop a Bull-Fight.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07

BY HON. GEORGE w. PECK.
(Ex-Governor of Wisconsin, Former Editor
of "Peck's Sun, Author of "Peck's
Bad Boy" Etc.)
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1905-09-07

Russis,- said VI. wftte. mopping his
brow as he came out of the peace
conference at the adjournment for
the noon recess
When the ENJOYS met Baron Komu-
"a presented a half proposition, look
ing to the payment of some sort of In
damnity by Russia.
THAT WILL NEVER DO" said NJ.
White. 1--WE have said our last word
Russia will never pay a cent Of indem-
nifty"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-07-09
The Automobile In Texas.
From the Houston Post.

From the Houston Post.
 .I have just returned from tour of the great ranching region of western ,Texas.n said the salesman. ''and, as 1t Is my custom to make that belt at least twice every year, it comes easy Tor me to note progress
 '.No man who has not visited 1t In re- cent months can even surmise the great change worked by the automobile. why, the latter has now brought points more than a hundred miles distant from the railways into the closest touch with CIV ilization, What used to be days or traVe. between distant ranches and railway sta tions is now merely matter of a very few hours.
 '.Nearly all the ranchmen own their au- tomobles, and you can see them skinh" ming the broad prairie in every direc- ton, at times frightening the Jack rap bits and the coyotes and striking con sternation to the hearts of hoot owls ana the rattlesnakes.
 with the passing of the cowboy has al- most come the passing of the cow pony too. for on several big ranches I actually saw men rounding up the herds m auto mobiles For the most part. the country m the great ranching region of Texas IS lever or slightly rolling. making the nnest place in the world for the automobile. All along the Southern Pacific to the west ana the Texas and Pacific and Fort Worm and Denver railroads dozens of automo- piles are to be seen from car windows: standing at stations where the buggy ana the ranch wagons used to be"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-07-09
ADJUSTMENTS
At the Casino.

It has been demonstrated that the local theatregoer cares a good deal for A real farce comedy, right at this particular period. for the successes of the last two weeks at the East Lake Casino prove this declaration. Another fondness stored away in the breast of the local follow Ing of things theatrical, is for talent and eleverness. There has been no player known or unknown, appearing locally, who demonstrated talent or cleverness and failed to receive the most enthusiastic en- dorsement of the people.
 In consequence the engagement of Wal ter Edwards company in '"rhe Strange Adventure of Miss Brown at the Casino, for the week that will start tomorrow right, should be one of the popular events of the season. The ability of the company ig known. The bill is real farce comedy.
 The engagement of MT. Edwards will interest. good deal has been seen of him during the regular and the summer sea- son. He has shown ability to handle most any assignment. In this new play he will assume light comedy role. and will be supported by the cream of talent in the company. Adora Edwards has most suitable assignment and Joseph O O'Meara, Gale Satterlee, J. K. Applebee w. T. Chatterton, Jose Lowering, Agnes Ever cite. Marion Ruekett and Aghes Henning will assist in the production.
 The story is full of comedy. It tells of the escapades of a young couple who marry secretly, and then return to their respective places of study for both are still under the direction of tutors
 There are complications that will bring laughter, and there are situations that es- tablish natural comedy. There will be number of specially numbers. This will be interesting for the company has never offered a speciality programme before. There is however, lively talent in some of the pretty women, who are in the or ganizaton and they are as much inter- ested as the people in this particular part of the offering.
 1 The farce comedy will be in three acts, l and each of them will be attractive set tings. The Casino, archestra has arranged for special programme of incidental music, and in all the attraction is one of excellent promise.
 There will be matnees Wednesday and 1 Saturday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-07-09
v appearance with clematis and
 neySuckle."


 7iiq neysuckle."
 AA~. have really been left so long to themselves that the old trees down the road are loosing their individuality. I noticed only yesterday how high the vines have climbed to meet the topmost branch of maple. wild rose is bloom ing against the clematis but the old trees are leafless from decay and nature with her usual beneficence and without overlooking single bough bestowed along this road such tangible evidences of her bounty that I shudder at the mere sug- gestion of the slightest transformation. '-Too much of it." said the dear old gentleman, too much of your honey suclxle and your clematis. It Is a wonder that I found a place for my potatoes" ''If did not plant corn on my newly cleared ground" he said as if the ground had already been ploughed and all the lovely trees cut and piled for stove wood. If I did not plant corn I would put everything in grass.'
 ''Tall, wavy ones?" asked, brightening . little.
 ''o," he answered, "the best kind for my chickens to run i'm"
 "Chickens?"
 ''why not?" he said There is enough wood on this place to build all the chicken houses I would want and acres of ground.''
 'The chickens" I told him, would scratch up all my flower seed
 well" he replied sagely, "you object to a confield because 1t would interfere with your view and you refuse an op- portunity to have all the chickens you want without sending ten miles to a market because they might scratch up your flower seed. My dear young woman