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The herald and news. [volume] (Newberry S.C.) 1903-1937, 1905-03-17

Meagre reports have been received
from a Russian source OF fight
eight miles south of Tie Pass be-
tween Russian force under Gen.
Mistchenko and a Japanese column
the identity OF which is unknown.
The latter was repulsed, it is said,
with loss of 1000 killed. The ru-
NOR that after the evacuation of Muk-
den 80 foreigners, including an Amer
lean newspaper correspondent, had
been murdered by Chinese is dis
credited by the fact that the cores
pondent in question reported 70 his
paper on March IA th-t he had been
captured by the Japanese and was be-
ing taken to Kobe A steamer arriv-
ing at Singaporere reports havingpass
squadron of 22 Japanese warshlps
about 20 miles east of the entrance
of the Straits of 'Malacca. Two Japa-
nese cruisers and two AUXILIARY cruis-
ers previously arrived at Singapore.
Presumably these vessels are on the
way westward in search of the Rus
sian second Pacific squadron. last re-
ported in Madagascar waters.
Russian Loan Postponed.
Paris. March I5.-The postpone
ment of the Russian loan is definitely
confirmed. This is likely to exert a
powerful influence towards peace, as
it is the first time the French finan-
ciers have shown an indisposition to
advance funds while the uncertain
ties of war continue Russia's disin-
clination to consider peace appears
to have induced the decision of the
financiers not to proceed with the
contract for loan, and accordingly.
the signing of it, which was expected
yesterday, has been postponed and all
the pending negotiations are also
postponed. According to the Russian
view this does not mean that the neg
citations have been broken off, but
merely that they are adjourned, as
the Russian authorities say the syndl-
cate holds itself bound towards Rus-
sia now as before. However, the cir
cumstances of the adjournment tend
to show that the syndicate inclines to
wait for some definite development of
peace before proceeding any further:
1t is significant that the postpone
ment of the loan is colncident with a
strong movement of the Influential
French press favorable to peace. The
Matin prominently displays a state
ncnt believed to reflect the views of
financial circles. which declares that
if Japan is ready to adopt a generous
attitude by waving an indemnity or
imposing any humiliation up
on Russia, then Russia's pol
lev of war to the bitter end
will cease. 1t is notable that some OF
the Russian officials speak approving
ly of the latter propositions. They
say peace is impossible if an indem-
nifty or any l1umiliating conditions are
asked, so that the elimination of these
two points will go far towards secur-
ing favorable consideration of peace.
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SI24o5 "a
F. NJ. Boyd,
Supertindent.

Resolved. That as the new we'll
pump and the larger electric plant
have increased the number Of con-
sumers OF lights and water and dimin-
ished the cost of furnishing the same,
notice is hereby giver that after April
T. 1905, the additional 25 per cent.
adI-d to the regular rate for water
and light be discontinued and that all
the old meter rates De renewed after
April I, 1905.
James Mcintosh,
c. E. Summer,
w. F. Ewart,
Commissioners Public Works.
The herald and news. [volume] (Newberry S.C.) 1903-1937, 1905-03-17

council to furnish dollar, and
against this expense only derives the
small income arising from the water
used in the water closets.
As soon as the agreement between
the council and the board is carried
out. that the council pay for the
wire, lamps and posts for sixteen ad-
ditional street lamps and the board
install them without cost, the city will
have 66 street lamps at the same
monthly cost that she is now paying
for so street lamps, $4,000, which
makes yearly cost of S5,I5o.2S.
And at this cost the board will fur
nish to the city
66 street lamps at 60 per
lamp >. .. :. =. :. $1,000 90
S. street hydrants at S14
each I.Ioo 20
$5,o56 28
And we feel justified in claiming
that, considering the quality of the
lights furnished and the superior fire
protection afforded, which gives
Newberry a lower fire insurance rate
than many Of her neighboring cities,
that there is no city in the state get
ting it's water and light on more ad-
vantageous terms than Newberry; es-
nccially when from the income deriv-
ed entirely from the sale Of water
and light the board must arrange to
pay during the years 1905 and 1906
not only the sum each year of $4,000
on the electric light plant debt, but
provide for such extensions as will
become necessary.
All of which is respectfully sub
1nitted b. the board.
james McIH:o5li
6. E. Summer,
w. F. Ewart.
Board Of Public Works.
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Justice OF the Peace Robert n
Chism. of Cutler, Ga, charged with
forging names to all application for
a pension, has admitted his guilt, say
ing he did not know it was wrong.
His bond was fixed at $500
The herald and news. [volume] (Newberry S.C.) 1903-1937, 1905-03-17
THE JAPANESE HAVE
OCCUPIED TIE PASS
MEABRE REPORT RECEIVED
FROM NEWCHWANG.
Postponement Of Russian Loan BY
France Will Exert Powerful
Influence for Peace.

Newchwang. March 16.-1'he Japa-
nese occupied Tie Pass Wednesday
midnight.
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OLD WATER And LIGHT
RATES TO BE RESTORED
THE IS PER CENT. INCREASE
TO BE REMOVED.
Statement From Commissioners OF
Public Works Showing FL
nancial Condition.

berry, S. c.: In submitting the ac-
complaining report OF Superintendent
Boyd. the board would state to your
body that, with the additional income
derived from the Is per cent. increase
of rate charged consumers for water
and lights, the much needed extern
sions to both water and light plants
have been made, a new air compress
sor pump has been placed in the ar
tesian we'll at Cost of sI,52o.95, and
a one-third cash payment of S1,oS3.o7
applied on the purchase of the new
electric light plant, together with all
the expense connected with removing
the old plant and replacing it with the
new one.
The new air compressor pump has
given entire satisfaction and has an
improved capacity for pumping water
from the we'll.
The new electric light plant, with
greatly enlarged capacity, will al
low not only for large increase in
the number of incandescent lights,
but will enable the city to increase
the number of street lights far beyond
the sixteen new additional street
lights soon to be added to the old cir
Gle Of fifty lights now in use.
And. owing to the large increase in
the number OF consumers of both
water and lights, with the gratifying
prospect for steadily growing busi-
ness, together with the cheaper cost
Of maintaining the plants with their
improved equipments. the board has
decided to relieve consumers from
the rs per cent. added in 1903 to the
water and light rates, and the super
,ntendent is directed to inform all
meter consumers that the old rate
will be restored after April /, 1905.
The board in the management of
these plants ha, rom August, 1897,
70 May. 1905, ended the following
amounts in Improvements and extern
sions:
From August. 1897. to May, 1901:
Extension to water
mains ..S1.2022o
Extension to cleo
trio light sys-
tern .. .. 49,. 3,35o.4S
Buildings and i'm
provements, etc 3o7.34-S 5,o4o.oS
From May. 1901,
February 1905:
Extension to wat
er mains >. ..S2,6oI27
Extension to cleo
trio light plant I.727.29
Purchase new
electric light
plant =. =. -. 6,445.42-S1o,S63-oS
Total improve
ments :. -. SI5,oI3o6
Original cost OF
plant =. =. >. 3o,94271
Total cost of plant s5575577
The board owes. against this SI5,-
1880, tines um of S3,o12 %, one-half
70 be paid November, 1905, and the
other half November, 1906. The
bonded debt is $4,000, and the state
ment above puts the original cost of
the plant at S3o,842.71. The differ
ence between these two amounts was
at once spent for water and light con-
nections, and is accounted for in the
expenses from August, 1897, to May,
1901. amounting to S5,o4o.o8.
The board has also, since the in
stallation OF the sewer system, fur
nished daily 10000 gallons of water
for the automatic flushing OF the
sewers, together with all the inciden-
tai expenses connected with that de-
oartment, without calling upon the
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Superintendent's Report.
NeWberry, S. C., F

NeWberry, 5. C., Feb I. 1905.
Commissioners Public Works, New
berry. S. -Gentlemen:: I have the
honor to submit herewith report
showing receipts and disbursements,
also resources and liabilities. from
August +, 1904, to January 81, 1905:
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Cement Is "A
Notes due General Electric
Co., new machinery >. -. 1921 90
Assets in excess over liza
bilities =. -. >. -. 6o6S IA
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Liabilities.
Due for:
Water meters =. >. >. .. .. 90 50
Electric meters .. .. '. .. 100 90
Packing for engines and
pumps 49,. IS 90
Belt for dynamo >. >. -. >. 50 80
Repairs to boilers .. >. :. 80 S.
Piping and tapping material 1917 o.
Material for extension and
general wiring =. .. -. $50 81
Coal =. >. :. .. -. .. go. 78 43
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CONTINUED on Fourth Page.)
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10
NORWEG|ANS WANT
TO Be REPUBLIC
tcontInued from Page One,

chimed 10 the union flag, which had
floated there since 1914, was hauled
down. the troops presented arms, the
band played the patriotic air "Sons OF
Norway" and after only a momentary
interim the first gun of a national sa-
lutte doomed, the new flag was broken
out and the troops again presented
arms. The people then uncovered and
cheered wildly, the band adding to the
general enthusiasm by playing the pop
ular air." Yes, We Love This Coun-
try"
Baron Won Wedel-Jarlsborg, who has
been the minister of Norway and Swed-
en- at Madrid and who is a Norwegian,
is leaving the Spanish capital today for
Christiania. He has telegraphed ask
ing to be relieved from the post owing
to the dissolution of the union. His
example will be followed by the minis
ters at Washington and Rome, both of
whom are Norwegians.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10
Train Reports lnternment

BY Associated Press
WASHINGTON June 9.-Rear Ad-
miral Train has reported to the navy
department that the Russian ships at
Manila have been interned. The text
of his dispatch is as follows:
Secretary of the Navy, Washington:
The Russian admiral has been notified
that the force under his command must
be considered as interned after June 8,
noon. Disarmament going on by re-
moving breech plugs. Engines dis
abled sufficiently for the purpose of in
ternment. The Russian admiral, in ac-
cordance with the instructions Of the
Russian government expressed his
willingness to give his parole and the
parole of his officers and men not to
engage in further operations during the
war;"
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10
WOULD MAKE CURRENCY
SYSTEM MORE ELASTIC
Secretary Shaw Suggests That Ma
tiona Banks Be Allowed to Issue
Guaranteed Notes
BY Associated Press.

BY Associated Press.
ATLANTIC BEACH, Fla, June o.
Addressing the Georgia and Florida
bankers at their annual meeting Secre-
tary Shaw this afternoon proposed a
plan for making the currency system
more elastic.
He suggested permitting the national
banks to issue certain volume of cur
rency, either proportioned on the capi-
tai of the bank or on the amount of
bond secured currency; the bank to be
charged not less than 5 per cent in
terest during the time this currency is
out. The government should guaran-
tee the redemption of this credit cur
rency, for the interest charged would
vastly more than cover all possible loss.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10
CONFIDENT OF PEACE
Roosevelt Feels Assured of Successful
Termination of His Efforts
BY Associated Press.

WASHINGTON, June 9. - When
President Roosevelt left Washington
today on a two days trip to Virginia
he was confident that the result of the
International negotiations for peace in
the far east had been successful and
that the final blow I'm the Russo-Jap-
anese war had been struck. So deeply
interested is he in bringing the two
belligerent nations to a common un-
derstanding that he would not have
left the White House at the time when
the situation was so delicate had he
not obtained assurances that his eff
forts to bring Russia and Japan into
contact in an amicable spirit had been
successfully concluded.
While extreme reticence is mani
tested in every official and diplomatic
quarter it is known that the exchanges
which have been in progress for the
last ten days between the Washington
government and the powers Of the
world, including the two belligerents,
have been successful to an expected
degree. President Roosevelt, who has
taken the lead In the negotiations has
been accorded the cordial support of
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10

selfish work for Russia and for me. BY
the will of the Almighty success was
not destined to crown your endeavors
but your boundless bravery will al
ways be a source Of pride TO the coun-
try. I wish you a speedy recovery
May God console you ALL
NICHOLAS"
The peculiar wording of the message
Is attracting attention. The restriction
Of the emperor's thanks to those hon
orably doing their duty Is tanning the
ugly talk regarding the surrender of
ships and the conduct Of some Of the
crews.
The messages Of Admiral Enduist
and Capt. Chagin Of the Russian cruis-
er Almaz did not contain any intima-
tion of misbehavior on the part Of off,
GERS or crews.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10

from the rear Of the building or from
the Fourth street entrance.
The safe which was burglarized
stands in the cashiers office, separated
from the clerks desk by high par
tition and standing about twenty feet
distant from it. The cashiers office
has door entering from the rear of
the lobby, and it is thought that it
was through this passage the burglar
entered the room in which the safe is
kept.
While the value of the property
stolen was given to the police at $500,
it was rumored about the hotel lobby
that it far exceeds that figure. 1t is said
by some that one stone alone is valued
at $4,000, while they estimate that the
entire amount taken is over $4,000.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10
ADDRESS IND0RSED
BY ST. PETERSBURG
MUNICIPALITY STANDS BY MOS
cows ACTION
Zemstvosts and Mayors Do Not Final
Iy, but Only temporarily, Adjourn
While Awaiting Cars Answer to
the Deputation Sent to Confer
BY Associated Press.

BY Associated Press.
ST. PETERSBURG, June 10.-The
municipality Of st. Petersburg has de-
cided to give its adhesion to the ad-
dress to Emperor Nicholas adopted by
the All-Russian congress at Moscow
and has appointed a number of its
members to join the deputation from
the Moscow congress which will present
the address to the emperor.
The important fact developed today
that the Moscow meeting of zemstvoists
and mayors has not finally, but only
temporarily, adjourned to await the
emperor's answer to the deputation dis
patched to him with the sensational
address telegraphed from Moscow yes.
terday, demanding the immediate con.
vocation of national assembly,
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10
Exneets Another Battle

BY Associated Press.
ROME, June 9.--The Italia prints an
interview with NJ. Kroupensky, charge
d'affaires of the Russian embassy, who
says there is no possibility of negotia-
tions for peace, nor is there likeli-
hood even of pour parleurs for the
cessation OF hostilities. NJ. Kroupensky
adds that the result Of the naval battle
has not changed the situation of the
opposing armies in Manchuria, which
must decide the fate of the belligerents.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10

the great continental powers. includ-
ing Russia's nearest friend, France.
Advances AmIcably Received
The direct representations made
through Ambassador Meyer at st. Pet
ersburg to the car were received by
Emperor Nicholas in most friendly
spirit Toxic responded in an equally
amicable way. so near are the two
warning powers to contact at this
moment that in all washington cir
cles, official and diplomatic, mere hope
fulness has given way to notable op-
timism.
II is not unlikely that within forty
eight hours a definite statement of the
situation may be issued from st. Pet
ersburg. Toxic or Washington which
will throw clear light on It. It can
be said that only Toxic remains yet to
be heard from regarding this phase Of
the negotiations. No doubt is enter
tained that the response of the mika-
dos government will be favorable.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10
Small Movements Reported
BY Associated Press.

BY Associated Press.
ST. PETERSBURG. June 0.-Gen.
Linevitch. in a dispatch to Emperor
Nicholas dated June 8. says:
1.-THE Japanese attacked the outposts
OF our left flank June 5. but were
checked by our advance post fire. The
same day troops sent TO the Tsin valley
pushed back the enemys advance
guards and occupied the village OF
Satisfactory. Another force in the Hun
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10
|RRIGAT|ONISTS
ARRIVE At YUMA
SEE WHAT CAN BE DONE ON
THE DESERT
THEY WILL VISIT IMPERIAL
Congressional Committees Greatly ln-
terested In Sacramento Reelama-
ton Project and In Seeing
Southern California
Special TO The Herald.

Spec lal to The Herald
| YUMA, Ariz., June 9.--The senate
and house committees on irrigation, en-
gineers of the reclamation service and
press correspondents and photograph
ers arrived in Yuma early this morn
ing, where they were met by an en-
thusiastic delegation consisting Of Gov
ernor Pardee, Senator Flint, Congress
men McLachlan and Kahn and Repre-
sentatives of the Los Angeles chamber
of commerce, the California Promotion
in California and others. The entire
party, about fifty in number, were
driven through the surrounding coun-
try, where they were shown the mar
vels that irrigation has already ac-
complished in a formerly desert region,
5000 acres of land now being under ir-
rigation. A visit was made to the
Blaisdell ranch, where oranges, figs and
grape fruit grow close to great fields
of luxuriant alfalfa. The party also
visited the experimental station re-
Gently established by the United States
department Of agriculture for date cul-
ture.
At a public reception, Senator New
lands stated that the Yuma irrigation
project would probably be finished in
two years or two years and one-half.
This project contemplates the irrigation
OF $4,000 acres of land through a d.
version canal, taking water out of the
Colorado river ten miles above Yuma.
In the event that the government
should take over the Imperial systems
this canal will be extended twenty
miles and used. Three million dollars
has been set aside from the reclama-
ton fund for the Yuma project, one
million of which will be devoted to the
construction of headgates.
The party then took the steamer
Searchlight to the lower headgates of
the Imperial system as guests of the
United States reclamation service. The
Colorado river this spring threatened
to use these canals as a main channel,
but the situation is now well under
control, and it is anticipated that there
will be no further difficulty. 1t Is be-
lieved that the Southern Pacific COM
parry will shortly engage i'll active work
in its cooperation toward improvement
of the Imperial systems.
All members Of the party are arlx-
ious to see the great Sacramento val
ley, which presents all phases of the
irrigation question, including irrigation
of semi-arid lands, reclamation Of
swamp land, drainage and the improve
ment of navigation.
"In the Sacramento valley we will
have the whole situation capitalized.
1t is the largest reclamation project in
the United States and all members of
our party are looking forward to our
visit through there and in wonderful
Southern California" said Mr.. Blanch-
ard of the reclamation service, who has
charge of the party. Tomorrow the
congressional committees and guides
will visit the Imperial district.
]. E. Lippincott of the United States
geological survey has a corps of COM
petent engineers explaining technical
tiles and features of the situation.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10
WOMAN'S RINGS STOLEN
WHILE SHE is ASLEEP
By Associated Press.
BAKERSFIELD,

BAKERSFIELD, June 0. - The
sheriff's office has just given out the
news that some time between 4 and 8
o'clock on Wednesday morning the
house at 2131 street occupied by Jessie
Moore. was entered by thieves and
diamond rings valued at $4,000 were
taken from the fingers of the Moore
woman while she was asleep. All evil
dences in connection with the robbery
tend to show that the thieves resorted
to chloroform. Three arrests have been
made.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10
ALBERT PATRICK HELD
GUILTY OF MURDER
Court of Appeals SustaIns Verdict
Against the New York
Lawyer
BY Associated Press.

ALBANY, N. Y, June 9.-The court
of appeals today by divided count,
voting four to three. sustained the low
er courts in adjudging Albert II. Pat
rick, the New York lawyer, guilty of
murder in the first degree in causing
the death Of william Marsh Rice.
Rice was an aged millionaire, form
erly resident of Texas. Patrick was
convicted on an Indictment charging
him with the murder Of Rice by chloro-
form and mercury, administered to him
during his sickness on September 2S,
1900.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10
Kaiser Sends Message

BY Associated Press.
ST. PETERSBURG, June "a coun-
ell of ministers presided over by the
emperor in person was held at Tsar-
skoe-Selo this afternoon TO discuss the
situation. His majestys brother, Grand
Duke Michael who has arrived here
from Berlin, is believed to be the bear
er Of a personal message from Emperor
William advising the conclusion OF
peace.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10
Cars Thanks curIousIy worded

ST. PETERSBURG. June 9.--Emper-
or Nicholas has eabled the following
message 70 Admiral RoJestvensky:
From my heart l thank you and all
the officers OF the squadron who have
honorably done their duty. for your un-
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10
GRAND RAPIDS FLOODED
AREA RAPIDLY SPREADING
BY Associated Press.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich, June O.
The crest of the Grand river floods has
passed. The dixie at the North End
still holds. A constantly increasing
proportion of the west side is being
flooded by water which is backing up
from below. Hundreds Of residences
which were high and dry yesterday are
SURROUNDED. The prospect is that the
flooded area will extend greatly today,
even with the river receding.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10
Charge on Workmen

BY Associated Press.
MOSCOW, June 9.-Police with drawn
swords charged a mob of 1000 workmen
here yesterday, wounding many of
them. The worl1men refused to dis
perse when ordered and the police fired
blank revolver shots at Them The
mob stood firm, whereupon the police
charged and scattered it. There were
no further disturbances.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10
MAESTRETTI ACQUITTED OF
CHARGE AGAINST HIM
BY Associated Press.

Dy xfHoUNIiItU IIt5b.
SAN FRANCISCO, June 9.-The jury
in the case of f. w. Maestretti, presi-
dent Of the board OF public works.
brought in a verdict of acquittal to-
night. Maestretti was charged with
subordination of perjury in connection
with the case OF Wyan. charged with
violating the primary election laws.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10
LEADER OF INSURGENTS
'f % IN SAMAR is SLAIN
BY Associated Press.

MANILA, June 10.-Enrique Dagu-
hob. the leader OF the insurTection
movement In the island of samar, was
killed together with thirty-nine of his
followers June 4. according to advices
just received
Los Angeles herald., 1905-06-10
PRESIDENT OFF ON
TRIP TO VIRGINIA
Will Remain There Perhaps Until
Monday Unless Recalled to WASH
inaton by Urgent Business

BY Associated Press.
WASHINGTON, June 9.-President
Roosevelt left Washington at 11:16 this
morning on brief trip to Rapidan, Va,
where he will be the guest Of Joseph
Wilmer, an old friend of himself and
Mrs. Roosevelt. Mrs. Roosevelt, who
recently purchased a tract of nearly
200 acres of woodland adjoining Mr..
Winners farm, left here yesterday for
Mrs. Roosevelt will remain there prob
ably until Sunday night or Monday
morning, unless the presidents pres
ence in Washington should become
matter of urgency before that time.