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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
The War i'm the East.

Cologne, Prussia, Aug. ga tele-
gram to the Gazette from Guntschuling,
Manchuria, says that the persistent
rains which have fallen there have rem
dered military operations impossible.
Reinforcements for the Russian army
are constantly arriving at the front.
St. Petersburg, Aug. 3.-The Moscow
Gazette says the only acceptable cOndi-
ton of peace is the evacuation of Man
churia and Corea by the japanese.
Russia will considerably forego demand
ing the payment of an indemnity.
Birmingham, England, Aug. 3.-The
Post says that private advices from Ber-
lin declare that great sensation has
been occasioned there by the receipt OF
a communication from the Russian war
ministry asking it if it will be possible
20 cancel contracts given German firms
for 100000 rounds of ammunition
and large quantity of shells. No rea-
son is given for the desire to cancel these
contracts. An agent representing the
German syndicate has gone to St.
Petersburg to discuss the matter with
the Russian military authorities.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
Suggests South for Italians.

Baron Mayor des Planches, the Itsl-
ian Ambassador, is preparing a report to
his government regarding the immi-
grafton of Italians to this country. The
Ambassador, who has Investigated the
question during a trip in the south
ern States, firmly believes that there is a
great future for Italians in the South.
Fully AZ per cent. of the Italians who
come TO this country are farmers, but as
90 per cent. of the immigrants land in
northern ports, they never find an OPP
portunity to engage in farming, but re-
main in the cities. If, on the other
hand, they would go to southern ports,
they would find great demand for their
services in the agricultural enterprises,
especially in the cotton plantations, for
the Italian is a most careful coiton-pick-
er. At present the sugar industry of
Texas is largely in the hands of Sicilians,
and the employers like them better than
any other workmen. The measures to
turn the tide of Italian immigration to-
ward the southern States have not yet
been finally determined upon working
basis.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
The Anti.SaIoOn League.

President James Cannon, jr., of the
Virginia Anti-saloon League, has sent
out a circular from Richmond embody
ing the result of letters sent to various
candidates fer Office regarding their po-
sition on liquor legislation.
Senator Martin declared himself in ia
vOr of the Hepburn bill, voted for abol-
ishing the liquor feature of the army
canteen, and heartily Endorsed legisla-
ton to protect the Indians from The sale
of liquor. Gov. Montague took the
same stand, or indicated that his position
would be such if elected, except as to
the Hepburn-Dolliver bill, which he
had not studied at the time. Letters
were sent to Messrs Mann, Swanson and
Willard, gubernatorisl candidates, ask
ing il they favor the following legisla-
ton
First-To amend the existing laws 80
as to bring distileries under the opera
ton of the Mann law.
Second-To amend the law relating to
social clubs so as topreyent the infringe
ment of dry territory and to prevent the
abuse of the privileges they now enjoy
and the use of said privileges for saloon
privileges
Third-That all beverages producing
intoxication shall be declared to be ar
dent spirits within the meaning of the
laws regulating the sale of such spirits.
Fourth-Thst present laws regulating
the sale of ardent spirits be so amended
as to provide such penalties by con6ne-
ment in jail and bonds as will secure
obedience to the laws.
Fifth-That law be enacted making
the possession of United States tax re-
ceipt for the sale of ardent spirits by any
person prima facie evidence of the sale
of said spirits by such person.
Judge Mann replied promptly, favor
ing all five propositions. Col. Willard
replied, declining to state his position,
and Congressman Swanson took no notice
of the queries.
In connection with Col. Willard, Mr..
Cannon states that the latter Endorsed
the application of a man in Washington
to conduct a saloon at the corner of
Second and G streets southwest,
known as Sawdust Hall. Col. Will
lard later explained that this indorse-
ment was sent by his secretary, and he
knew nothing OF it, but that as his sec
rotary is an honorable man, he (Col. W.
assumes the responsibility tor his action.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03

NEW AND MORE stringent laws to pun
ish grafters in the public service will, it
is said, be urged upon Congress by
President Roosevelt. This is indicated
by the statement of Attorney General
Moody after his talk with the President
at Oyster Bay Tuesday. The fear that
Holmes, who sold government crop
statistics to New York cotton spectators,
and DR.. Moore, who was interested in
the manufacture of soil cultures Endorsed
by the government bureau of which he
was the head, cannot be reached by ex-
listing law indicates clearly the need for
such legislative action as the President
may. recommend. But, unfortunately,
there will be found too many members
in both houses of Congress who have
more interest in maintaining the abuses
of the department than in removing
them.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
Pitched Battle.

Newcastle, Penna., Aug. "a pitch
ed battle in which sticks and stones,
picks, shoyels and dynamite played an
important part, took place last evening,
near Hazleton' between Baltimore and
Ohio construction force and party OF
employees of the Republic Iron and Steel
Company. The work in which the New
castle men have been engaged is the
construction of the new cutoff, which is
near the Hazleton Mill.
Last evening while performing their
usual labors, they were attacked by a
large force of the Republic company en-
ployees. These men were armed with
various kinds OF weapons and car
ried a quantity of dynamite to which
lighted fuses were attached. The dead
ly explosive was thrown into the crowd
of railroad workman who we're compelled
to flee for their lives. A great deal OF
damage was done by. the attacking force
of workmen, the new tracks being blown
up by the charges of dynamite While
this work of destruction was being ac.
complished the railroad men had recruit
ed their forces and returned the attack.
IL was at this critical moment that the
Sheriff of the county interferred proba-
bly, preventing considerable loss of life.
The cause of the trouble is dispute be-
tween the railroad and the Steel COM
pauy as to the right of the Baltimore
and Ohio people to occupy and use the
ground which has been appropriated fol
the purpose of making the cutoff.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
Mourning for a Dog.

ClncinuOti, Aug. 3.-Crape hung from
the front door of the store Conducted by
Carl Schwartz, in the West End, yester-
day afternoon and evening, and business
was suspended so that the proprietor
and his family could pay fitting tribute
to the memory of their pet poodle, whose
body lay in state in tiny casket with
in the house.
Two days ago the dog disappeared.
Searchers were sent out, and liberal
reward was offered. Yesterday morning
the poodle came back badly injured by a
wagon, and it soon died. Schwartz
ordered all customers from the store,
pulled down the shades and tackled up
the Grape. Last night the bereaved
members of the household accompanied
the body to a secluded spot in the coun-
try, and there buried it. A slab afec-
tionately inscribed marks the grave.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
rELEGRAPHIC BREvITIEs.

At Saratoga today the first race re-
suited as follows: Oarsman won, Dan
delion second and Isrselite third.
Carl Otto, who lived two years with
broken neck received while bathing at
Newport News, Va, died at Providence,
R. l., yesterday. The case had long
baffled the medical fraternity.
The morning train on the Somerset
and Cambria branches of the Baltimore
and Ohio was wrecked this morning at
the Paint creek bridge, rs miles from
Somerset, Pa. A number of persons
were injured. The engine, baggage car
and smoker were overturned and thrown
into the river, while the rear coach
loaded with passengers, many from
Somerset, was left upright on the brink
of high bank.
Phil Brock, Of Cleveland, knocked out
Jimmy Smith, of Toronto. Ontario, in the
third round Of their match before the Erie
Athletic Club, at Erie, Pa. last night.
Smith weighed in at 1l6 pounds and Brock
at 100.
Lemberg papers state that they have learn
ed that physicians say the Czareyitch, the in
FAINT son of Gar Nicholas is deaf.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
Attacked by a Peasant.

Paris, Aug. ga dispatch from Ge-
neva describes an attack made upon Mr..
and Mrs. George J. Gould and their son
while they were motoring near Lake Zu-
rich by peasant they encountered on
the road. Mrs. Gould and her son were
both injured. The Goulds were making
an automobile trip from Lucerne, where
they have boon etaying, along the shores
of Lake Zurich. Near the village OF
Kussnacht they overlook peasant driv.
ing bullock cart. The man refused to
allow the motor car to pass, but the
chauffeur watched his opportunity and
tried to go by. AS the car passed near
the peasant he stuck out with his whip.
The chauffeur was struck repeatedly
and Mrs. Gould was beaten about the
neck and shoulders. The younger Gould
was struck in the face. The Gould's
made complaint against the peasant
who attacked them.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
New Canal Town.

The Isthmian Commission having de-
termined that Ancon is the healthiest
spot between Panama and Colon, it has
been decided to construct the admins
tration buildings and the residences of
the Governor and the employees there
A 700-foot zone around Ancon will be
cleared of all brush and mosquito-breed-
ing places, and the non-immune resi-
dents of the projected American town
should be safe from yellow fever.
1t has been practically decided to sus-
pend engineering operations at Culebra
temporarily and to employ the laborers
now engaged there in building the new
quarters and carrying on the sanitary
measures. Information has reached Pan
anna from Washington that the proposals
for furnishing contract labor from differ
ent nationalities will be held up until
proper sanitary measures have been car
ried out in Panama.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
Tree on His Breast.

Funeral services for Frank and
Charles Demmerle, the brothers killed
by lighting while bathing a. the Park
way Baths, New York, on Sunday after
noon, were held TUESDAY evening a. the
home of their parents. Although the
bodies were discolored, they were not
dishgnred. On Franks breast was i'm
printed a likeness of a tree. 1t was
about Is inches long and was perfect,
even to the smallest details, including
the coloring of the leaves. The likeness
was burned deep in the flesh. PhysS-
clans are unable to explain the phe-
nomeuOn, as there was no tree within
several hundred feet of the spot where
the lightning bolt struck.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
THURSDAY EVENING. AUG. 3, 1905.

GRAFT in the Marine Hospital Ser
vice is the latest allegation and if the re-
ports concerning it are true, it is Of a
specially obnoxious sort. The parts of
the service infected are in China and ia
pan. There it is said the agents of the
service, stationed a at the various treaty
ports 10 examine intending immigrants to
the United States, have fallen into the
habit of exacting fees Of $50 per head
from the Chinese and japanese who come
TO them for clean bills of health which
will permit them to land in this country,
provided they have in addition the nee
essary certificates from United States
Consuls showing they do not belong to
the excluded classes. Rumors that the
surgeons of the Marine Hospital Service
at Chinese and japanese ports had ac-
quired the graft habit, which is said to
be endemic in the Orient, reached
Washington several months ago.
Chief Wilkie, OF the secret service,
was himself detailed to investigate.
This is the secret of his mysterious
trip to the Orient, from which he
returned to Washington only few
days ago. To avoid suspicion, it
was given out that Chief Wilkie was 60
ing to the Philippines to investigate coun.
terleiting. The chief did not 90 to the
Philippines, however, but spent his
time in Japan and China, looking into
the allegations that surgeons of the Ma
rine Hospital Service were charging in
tending immigrants to the United States
$50 per head for clean bills of health.
Whether Wilkie confirmed the report
of the graft by the surgeons is not known,
as he has refused to say anything about
his trip. 1t is said the alleged miscon-
duct of the Marine Hospital surgeons In
the East is in part responsible for the
bitter feeling which has of late arisen in
China against the United States aud has
led to the widespread boycott movement
against American goods by the Chinese
merchant guilds. 1t is reported that
after .paying their fee of $50 for clean
bills lof health many Cinnamon have
come to the United States only to be re-
fused admittance at the ports of landing
on the ground that they were infected
with contagious, dangerous or lOathsOme
,lisvosvs. L. th,I0 any ~UndcI Inat
China resents the treatment her subjects
receive in this country and is resorting to
retaliatOry measures?
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
Virginia News.


Mrs. J. c. Jordan, of Richmond, is
under arrest in New Kent county, charg-
ed with attempting TO kill her sister with
a hammer while the two were out pick
ing berries. The refusal Of the sister to
loan Mrs. Jordan some money was the
cause of the trouble.
Miss Emily Maria Carter Renshaw,
daughter of Robert Henry Renshaw, OF
the University of Virginia, and grand
daughter of the late Gen. Williams e.
Wickham, was married yesterday at her
mothers home in Altoona, Pa, to Louis
Stanslaus Burdette, of New York.
The Common Council of Winchester
having ratified the plan of the board OF
Handley trustees for the application OF
the Handley library fund, 1t is stated
that work on the building will begin
soon. The library is to cost about $500
600 and will be one of the finest in the
South.
There was a great reconciliation at
Norfolk last night in the republican city
convention for the election of delegates
to the convention at Roanoke. Among
the list of 10 delegates chosen we're
George Z. Bowden and Col. William
Lamb. They were till recently the
leaders of factions which were bitterly
opposed to one another.
The tbirty-six annual convention OF
the Virginia Dental Association was
commenced in Lyncbburg yesterday.
DR.. Simpson, the president, read his an
nual report, which showed the associa-
ton to be in good condition. The re-
port was we'll received. The afternoon
session was taken up by clinics by DR..
G. J. Greeves and DR.. II. E. Kelsey, OF
Baltimore, and general discussion OF
the subjects treated.
The cornerstone of the Front Royal
Methodist Episcopal Church was laid
yesterday by Unity Lodge, No. LAG, Of
Masons of that town. Thorn as n. Davis,
of Lynchburg, grand master of the State,
had charge of the ceremony. Lodges
from many sections of the State were
we'll represented, about 1875 Masons par
ticipating. After the cornerstone was
laid Rev. DR.. w. w. Tudor, of Rich
mond. delivered an grafton.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
Murderer struck Dead.

A strange coincidence is recorded in
the tragic death of sol Netherlaud, a
negro, at Big Stone Gap, Va, this week.
Netherland had his arm torn partially
off and hole torn in his head by flying
stone as the result of having remained
too near a blast. His companions state
tina. he had just been telling how some
years ago he killed woman. She held
up her arm to shield herself from the
bullet. The ball, he said, passed
through her arm, and, entering her fore
head, brought almost instant death.
Netherlsnd occupied the same position
with reference to the fatal blast. He
stood near, holding his arm before his
face as If to shield himself from harm,
when portion of the flying stone tore
his arm away and cut the cash in his
forehead that ended his life.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
American Bidders Excluded

London. Aug. 9.-Bidding for the
construction OF the electric tramway
system in st. Petersburg, it has been
learned, has been limited to Belgian,
German and French firms. American
and English companies have been ex-
cluded from offering bids which are to
be received soon, on account of the pro-
japanese tendency of these countries.
American construction companies, it is
understood, will protest against being
excluded from the competition for the
contracts.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
Scene i'm Court.

A lively scene occurred in the Police
Court, in Richmond, yesterday, when
Leigh r. Page, well-known lawyer,
was standing before the bar, heavy
lawbook in hand, making a statement to
the court in gambling case in which
L. Dickinson was defendant. @. B.
Wood, complainant, standing immedi-
ately under the lawyer, declared the
statement false. Mr.. Page, who had
already quietly taken several distasteful
remarks from Mr. Wood, brought the
heavy leather-ccvered book with a whack
down on Mr.. Woods head. The law
yer at once apOlOgized to the court for
any seeming contempt and declared he
had no desire to defend himself against
any punishment the court saw fit to im-
pose. Both men were fined $40 A
number of persons asked 10 be allowed
to take up subscription to pay the
fine, but the lawyer declined.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
The Taggart Divorce Trial.

Wooster, Ohio, Aug. S.-"What l
most regret" said Captain Taggart at
the opening of the second day of the
Taggart divorce trial, in this city sis
that the names of several officers for
whom | have the greatest respect must
be brought into this case. There are
some who betrayed my friendship and
hospitality. But there are others limo.
cent of wrong doing, whose names and
regulations | would guard. My wife
has brought this all upon herself She
must suffer now as have long suffered.
| have dreaded this court trial, but to
get possession of my boys | knew that it
must be gone through. A point has
been reached when there could be agree
ment between us. | do not fear the
outcome of it," Both the Captain and
his wife. Grace Viola, faced tie second
day of the trial with composure.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
Complimentary Concert.

A complimentary concert was rendered
Leo Wheat, the pianist, by his friends, at
the Jessup Country Club, in Maryland,
last night. He was assisted by Messrs.
Levy and George Med. Mount, of Jes-
sup, upon the violin, aud Robt. NJ. Hook,
of Baltimore gave some vocal selections.
On Tuesday Wheat, who is a graduate
of the Mendelssobn Conservatory of
Music, at Leipsic, classmate and friend
of Sir Arthur Sullivan and Carl Rosa,
finished two-months term in the Mary
land House OF Correction. Mr.. Wheat
has made many friends doth in and out of
the institution since his stay in Jessup
and is now being entertained by George
Med. Mount, aud will afterwards visit
Mr.. and Mrs. Alfred Thompson. He
says he feels stronger in every way since
his incarceration, and as soon as he is
fully himself he will make concert tour
through Texas.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
Contract for Power PLANT

The board of directors of the Wfd-
chester and Washington City Electric
Railway Company met in Winchester
yesterday and opened bids for the con :
struction of the great dam, power-house
and race-way along the Shenandoah
river near Millville, Jefferson county,
W. Va, which is to furnish power for
electricity for Winchester and other
towns in that section. f. Purcell &
Company, of Harrisonburg, being the
lowest bidders, were awarded the con-
tract fer $50, S22.50. Eight other firms
competed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
Proposed Changes in Russia.

St. Petersburg, Aug. S.-The second ses-
sion of the Reform Commission was held
today and the plan for the convocation
of a representative assembly was taken
up for discussion. The Car presided at
the meeting which was attended by all
ministers, several OF the grand dukes
and members Of the council of state.
st. Petersburg, Aug. 3.-There Isl growing
opinion among the people of all classes that
the outcome Of the session Of the commission
which is now meeting at Peterhof TO consider
reform measures will be to bring about many
of the changes which it is felt are so badly
needed. For that reason the greatest interest
is being manifested in the meeting.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
To Cross at Grade.

Richmond. Va, Aug. S.--The cor
porations commission today rendered an
important decision giving the Tidewater
railway company the right to cross at
grade the tracks of the Norfolk and
Western Railway in South Norfolk.
The Norfolk and Western fought the
grade crossing and asked that the Tide
water be required to cross on an over
head bridge.
The victory for the tidewater is q tre-
mendous advantage for the Gould-Van-
'derbilt interests which are seeking a
deep water terminus in Virginia for the
Wabash system.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
VicerOy for Finland,

st. Petersburg, Aug. 3.-The Car
has decided to establish a viceroy for
the government of Finland. The method
ofcOnducting the affairs of Findland will
be very similar to that which prevailed in
the far East at the time war began. The
viceroy will be clothed with powers
similar to those exercised by Admiral
Alexief when he was viceroy of the far
East. 1t is expected that General
Kleigel will be appointed the first vice
roy of Finland.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
Death of Caleb G.. Willard.

A dispatch received in Washington
last night from Atlantic City, n. J.,
conveys the news of the death OF Mr..
Caleb c. Willard, Of Washington, at that
resort last night, agel II years. Mr..
Willard was one OF the wealthiest and
best-known residents of Washington.
He was one Of the owners of the Ebbitt
House and in addition owned eonsid-
cradle amount of other real estate ia
Washington. He was an uncle of Lieut.,
Gov. j. +. Willard, of Virginia.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
Vice President lndisposed.

Detroit, Mich, Aug. "a special
from Sault Ste Marie, Mich, says:
"Vice President Fairbanks was seized
with an acute attack Of indigestion at
the reception last night, and had to be
assisted from the stand in the park.
He walked to the Iroquois hotel and re-
paired TO his room Immediately. To all
callers he sent word he would be unable
to see anyone until morning.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1905-08-03
Baby Weighs Forty Ounces.

Reading, Pa, Aug. 3-Perhaps the
tiniest baby boy ever born in this city
made his advent into the world at the
Reading Hospital yesterday. The tot
tips the scales at 2! pounds. The baby
is perfectly formed and healthy. He
spends a great deal of his time crying
with most lusty voice, indicating strong
lungs. His body is no larger than two
ordinary-sized fists placed together.
The mother of the child, a private pa
tient, is large and robust woman.