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Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-07-08

Again the entire civilized world is
called upon to mourn the loss of one
of its greatest diplomats. 1t is ex-
tremely doubtful whether this country
has ever produced a more profound
aud far-reaohing diplomat than the
late Secretary Hay. His life was de.
voted in the interest of peace, and it
was through his wise craftsmanship
that some of the greatest questions
that has ever come before the govern
meut were amicably settled His
open door policy in regard to
China is a monument to his greatness,
which it il stood alone would com.
mend him to the admiration of the
world. Truly a great man has fallen,
aud hi.- loss l. a national calamity,
How true are the closing words of one
Of his g'eat speeches delivered last
fall ia which he said t. the young
mem I'VE, who are passing off the
stage bid you, as the children OF
Isreal were hidden. to 90 forward; we
who can no longer hold the flaming
torch pass it on to you that its clear
light NAV shine to ages yet to come.
But, doubtless. the secretary when he
uttered these words did not think
that he would so soon be called upor
TO lay down his life and be numbered
with Garfield, Harrison and McKin-
ley. Truly the path of glory leadi
but to the grave.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-07-08

than this as.e -sor began his wild and
wreckless career in the valuation OF
personal pronertv. He at once became
great and mighty. No ordinary per
son can stand in Ills way Verify.
verify, his strength increases az his
mind diminishes. And it came TO
pass that In the year 1865, poultry
became alarmed at the sight of this
great Philistiiue from Banker Hill,
because Of his methods and uncomeli-
ness. Time whereof the memory OF
man runneth not to the contrary,
chicken, turkeys. ducks and geese, en-
joyed life, until this giant disturoer
was enthroned with power. But in
tile latter DAYS grievances have come /,
10, the time is at hand for these fowls
to be taxe5, according to this mighty
warrior. They cannot escape his rod.
Clothed with democratic diplomacy,
he approaches poultrydom with the
step of Goliah. and the smile Of
Capua. Viewing the fowls with the
keen oversight of tiger, this mighty
monster takes his great pencil and
writes in his great took turkey sl,00,
ducks 40 cents, aud chickens 35 cents.
and then swell himself out exclaims is
not tits lie great scheme of taxation
which | have builded to make demo-
cratic votes. while the turkey gobbles
in his face Doodle, Doodle, Doodle -
the rooster crows let her 90 Mart,
let her 90 MART and the ducks
wabbled away in disgust quacking
taxed. taxed, taxed" And it came
to pass that the time had arrived when
the great tribune, apcientIy known as
THE Honorable County Court now
spoken Of by both parties as what
is it?' asked tor the book of this
venerable assessor, and the answer
came hack in q rough sbrilt voice not
ready vet, few more chickens to be
taxed and this what is it, replied
in soft tones alright. alright. And
10, this is only the first wear of this
great trouble; three more to follow,
all being II the day Of President Parks.
And the people cry, "remorse. re-
morse -
We publish the above by request. -.
Enitor.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-07-08
WAS FALSE REPORT
Rumor That Two Martinsburg Men
Were Killed Was Unfounded.

1t was reported that two Martins
and killed while driving to Hagers-
town on July 4, but al investigation
showed the rumor to be without
foundation. Some one very probably
got the Fourth mixed with April L.
aud wanted to create some excitement
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-07-08

Secretary TAFT statement that the
jury system is not at all satisfactory
mas be correct, but he failed to offer
a cure for its defects True. luties
sometimes are swayed by elcquenoe.
and justice suffers defeat, but the jury
system has ALWAYS been known as the
glory of the English law, and it will
doubtless be years before this system
OF procedure will be abolished.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-07-08

With rebellion at home, a splendid
navy destroyed, thousands of brave
soldiers sleeping in foreign cline, il
is no wonder that Russia wants peace.
The longer the war con tinues. the
darker the days of Russia. Therefore,
it is to be hoped that the peace confer
ence to be held in Washington will
accomplish the object fer which ii
was called.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-07-08
San Jose In Frederick.

Assistant State Entomologist j. 9.
Stiles, of Blacksburg, Va, returned
from tour of inspection of Frederick
county orchards. He found many
trees that will have to be cut down
on account of San Jose scale, which
is spreading.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-07-08

If Elihu Root accepts the portfolio
of secretary Of state there need be no
fears about our foreign relations. He
uuqaestionably is one Of the greatest
lawyers in this country, aud the pres
ident could make no mistake in PEI
suadiug him to accept this important
position.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-07-08

And it came to pass that the people
OF Berkeley County strayed from the
right path and elected u democratic
assessor in the Second district. Now
this was in the year of our Lord
1904. And 1t came to pass that no
soonsr than the people made this mis-.
take that they ali of one accord be-
gan to repent of their fooIishnes'
yea, some have refused to be comfort.
ed. No sooner had the winter past
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-07-08


The death of Secretary John
Hay, which took place.at Sup
anee Lake, N. H., early Satur-
day morning following closely
upon the heels of the announce
ment that his condition was
greatly improved, removes from
the stage of active public life
one of the most distinguished
and successful diplomatists in
the world, as we'll as a states
man of high order and unim~
peaceable integrity. Secretary
Hay was not only one of the
chief advisors and close po-
litical and personal associates
of the late President Mckinley,
but his influence had been ex~
ercised in even a wider sphere
since the.elevation of Mr.. Roose-
welt to the chief magistracy of
the nation. His many diplomatic
triumphs, when he met and
easily mastered the trained and
tortuous diplomats and states
men of the old world, and his
signal success in influencing
the affairs of other nations in
times of great crises, won for
him an enviable place among
the really distinguished men of
his time, and placed the Oft
sneeredeat hirt-sleeve" di-
plomacy of America on a plane
far higher than the sinuous
courses followed by the cOnven.
tional ambassadors and minis~
tiers. Mr.. Hay was essentially q
man of peace, and only the
secret history of recent great
movements among nations
would disclose how powerfully
he has labored to promote har'
mony and good will in all
| quarters, at the same time dis
playing a firmness and infexi
bility which never for q
moment permitted him to b.
swayed by threat or pressure
He was an American of tn,
highest type, modest to a grea
degree, and satisfied if hi
triumphs and labors but re
Elected honor and glory upor
his native country. His dealt
, is a distinct loss to the nation
and will be sincerely regretted
by all classes
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-07-08

Sends Message From Mid-ocean to
Friends In Martinsburg.

Mr.. George W. Briudle, OF this city,
is in recent of letter from Rev. L.
S. Dunawav, who is enroute to Lou
don to attend the worlds convention
of Baptists, in which Mr.. Dunaway
states that he was we'll and enjoying
the ocean voyage immensely. The
letter was written on board ship. two
days out of New York, and brought
to the latter point by passing
steamer.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-07-08

Entered at the Post ofice Of Marnnsbuz, W. Va
ccond class mail matter,
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-07-08
AN IMPORTANT QUESTION.

The Philippine Islands and their
government is one of the great ques-
tions now before conrgess, This mat
ter comes up each session and | be-
lieve that as many of us as possible
should have a personal acquaintance
with situations over there. For this
reason a number of senators and rep.
resentatives accompany this party.
AS it is now we are required to rely
on the recommendation of men vino
are sent there by the government. |
think any one can appreciate the value
to legislator of personal know ledge
Of the subject upon which he is asked
TO legislate. The defense of the Phil
ippine Islands from a military stand
point is question of great import.
ance and one that think should be
locked into in the most careful and
painstaking manner.
I'm addition to the military stu
alton / want tc look after the educa-
tional condition which we have es.
tablished among the Filipiuos. Our
teachers have been sent over there,
and we simply have reports CT what
they are doing. | want to see for
myself the good resulting from the
American education of these Filipinos
| want to carefully look into the svs.
tenn employed and in this way be
thoroughly posted.
"With all this shall have another
motive in my visit to our new posses.
sions. AS manufacturer / want tC
examine into the possibilities foi
American industries, the amount OF
coal and other fuel suitable for use in
manufactures, ana l intend to pay es
pecial attention to the possibilities fol
the glass Industry. That You know
| has been nv business all my life, anC
| want to see what the conditions are
there. will make it special point
to see whether the islands possess tht
raw material suitable for making glas
of oil kinds, so that if American
capital desires to enter this field
especially in making glass, / can ad
wise from practical standpoint as t.
the prospects of success -
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-07-08
TALKS ABOUT THE ISLANDS |
Senator Scott Has Something to
Say About the Philippines.
GOES WITH Mr.. TAFT'S PARTY
Will Examine Military, Educational
and Industrial Conditions In
the Archipelago.

United States Senator Scott and Mrs.
Scott expect to sail from San Fran
cisco on Saturday next for the Philip
pines, where tie senator goes as q
member Of the commission to make a
comprehensive investigation of the
affairs and resources of the islands.
They will stop euroute at HONOLULU
aud Japan. Speaking OF his trip the
senator said
As member of the military com
mittee 1 considered il my duty to
accent the invitation to vsiit the
PHILIPPINE Islands. Last inter, /
introduced bill in the senate reduc-
ing the cavalry branch of service five
regiments. NV idea was to transfer
these i've regiments Of cavalry to the
coast artillery, which latter branch
of the service all military men aud ali
the military committee believed should
he increased. This rplan of mine,
however. was opposed by majority
of the military committee, and of
course bv cavalry officers. Other Off
GERS of the army also opposed it and
perforce it was laid over until this
coming winter. especially want to
see for mvself what the conditions in
the Philippine Islands are and
whether the cavalry branch of the
service can be used to better advan-
tage out there than infantry. | also
want to judge for myself as member
of the military committee, and from
personal conversation with people who
have been in the islands for years aud
are thoroughly acquainted with con-
ditions, as to what active force we
should keep over there.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1905-09-01
HAD A ROUGH TIME.
A Schooner In Port For Repairs
After Collision.

The schooner Magnolia, OF Balti-
more. Captain James Ii. CottmaD,
loaded with cord wood for Elkton is
in this harbor Tightening her cargo
and repairing a stove in bow, as re-
suit Of her collision with a sunken
raft of logs off Herring Bay on Tues
day. The Cottman was bound up the
bav from the Potomac river on Tues
day when she ran ON a partially sunk
en- raft of logs, which had broken away
from tug said to have been the Sea
King.
Captain Cottman states that the tug
did not offer him any assistance, al
though it must have been plainly evil
dent that the Magnolia was damaged
and leaking badly. As soon as the
damaged vessel was cleared from the
logs. Captain Cottman put his crew at
the pumps and attempted to make
Annapolis for repairs. Shortly after
entering the harbor day before yester
day the water oyercame their efforts
and filled the vessel so that she took
bottom just off old Fort Madison.
The water at that point is shallow and
the hole in the crafts bow was patch
ed so she could reach Cs w. Martin S
wharf, where the cargo was taken out
and the damage repaired. tbs ex-
peoted that the Magnolia will be able
to sail tomorrow morning.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1905-09-01
Celebrating Provincial Autonomy

Special Dispatch TO Evening IapitzL
Edmonton, Alberta, Sept. 1.-The
granting of provincial autonomy to
Alberta is celebrating here today on a
large scale and intense enthusiasm
among all classes of the population.
The Governor General, accompanied
by Lady Grey and large and bril-
liant party of staff officers and gov
ernment officials arrived here last
night and were present today at the
civil aud military celebration. Two
hundred men of the Mounted Police
and four field pieces formed their es
cort. From here the Governor Gencr-
al and his party will go to Regina,
where the autonomy celebration of
the new province of Saskatchewan
will be celebrated on the fourth Of
his month. After the celebration they
will continue their tour. He will
take hunting and sightseeing trip
through Manitoba and the territories
and Lady Grey and the other lady
members of the party will enjoy q
holiday under canvas at GU Appelle
Lake, where Lady Mimic used to
camp.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1905-09-01
Successful In educational Field.

Prof. John Johnson, instructor in
the Department of English and Ora
tory at ST. Johns College. who has
been spending his vacation in the
West. returned hcme yesterday. The
Mt. Vernon, Ill Daily News of Au
gust "a, says:
"Prof. John johnson, who has been
visiting relatives here for short time
left Yesterday for his home in Annap-
oils, Nd. The many friends of Prof.
johnson will be glad to learn of his
success in the educational field. Hav-
ing started with the knowledge ac-
auired in the public and high schools
Of this city he has by constant study
and progressiveness filled many posi-
tions of trust and honor in his profes-
sion as instructor and now holds the
chair of Literature and Logic in the
fourth Oldest college in the United
States. st. Johns, at Annapolis, Nd.
John will always be welcomed by old
Jefferson county as one of her adopted
sons of whom she is justly proud.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1905-09-01
HAD A HOT OLD TINE.
The Launch Was Balky And Four
Prominent Gentlemen Had
To Row Home.
MAYOR D0UW'S FISHING TRIP
TUESDAY NIGHT.
Families Were Worried First About
The Men And Then About
Themselves.

A party of we'll known gentlemen
of Annapolis. including Mayor John
Douw and City Clerk p. +. Porter
were among the missing for a time
Tuesday night and created some un-
easiness among their respective fami-
lies until early the next morning.
Mayor Douw invited the gentlemen
on fishing trip aboard his launch,
the Clytie. IN the party were Mayor
Douw, City Clerk Porter. Mr.. Robert
Bergman, Major James @. Porter,
DIR. J. b. Elgin and Mr.. ii. II.
Thomas. All went we'll until the time
to return home arrived, aud after the
party had enjoyed fine afternoon S
fishing off Thomas Point.
Now the Clytie, like other boats of
her type, occasionally takes notion
not to move. She took such notion
when the Mayor of Annapolis and his
friends wanted TO return 10 the An
cient City. The Mayor WAS engineer,
and attempted TO start the gasoline
enigna. bat the fishing was fine and
the Clytie wanted TO stay. The Mayor
then got promotion from engineer
to expert machinist, but there was
nothing doing in the starting line.
After several hours of tinkering the
gentlemen of the party lost confidence
in Mr.. Douw's strong will as in con-
fiict with the bueking propensities OF
the Clytie.
All but Clerk Porter deserted, and
in addition swiped the jolly-boat for
their purposes Fhis was q l6-foot
batteau, which, according to the gen
tlemen in her, increased in size and
weight until when she reached Annap-
ellis she was an ocean going tug, pro-
PEELED by four weary landsmen. DR..
EIgin, Mr.. Bergman and Mr.. Thomas
took turns at the oars and Major Por-
ter as skipper was at the tiller. The
batteau reached Annapolis in the wee
sma' hours, and the gentlemen went
their respective ways
In the meantime their families were
uneasy. aud Mrs. One telephoned to
a Young friend to come and sleep on
the porch and keep the bug a boo's off.
Just as the young defender had set
tied in his guardians slumber, Mr..
Ore arrived, having helped to row the
boat from Thomas Point. He had
hardly gotten in when Mrs The Other
called up for information as to the
whereabouts of her husband. Finding
that her husband was standing by his
oars Cor rather ship Oft Thomas Point,
she became worried about herself and
wanted a protector. The youth who
had been called out for other guard
duty found that he was no longer
really needed at his first sentry post
and promptly volunteered to move on
and protect another lady in distress,
having made three changes of abode
in one nigh@
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1905-09-01
Following Royal Arcanum Plans,
Special Dispatch to EvenirR Capital

Special Dispatch TO Evenirg Capital
Chicago, ILL.,, Sept There is con-
siderable satisfaction among the older
members of the knights of Honor, a
fraternal organization with large
membership scattered throughout the
United States, over the increase in the
rate which goes into effect today.
According to statements made by local
members thousands of the older men,
bers seriously consider the adyisability
of severing their connection with the
Organization. The change, which
was decided on some time ago by the
officers Of the Supreme Lodge, differs
essentially from the change which
caused so much dissatisfaction in the
ranks of the Royal Arcanum. 1t affects
only members between go and 20 years
of age. Formerly all members over
60 year of age were assessed IS per
month, while under the new arrange
ment members of 20 years viii be as
sessed $I5 a month on $1,000 insurance ;
those of 90 years $l4; those of 6S years
SI2. 90 and so on down the scale. Offi-
cials of the order state that the in
crease in the rates became necessary
owing to the fact that during the last
five years 81. 1915, AL. 10 more was paid
out in death benefits to families OF
members between the ages OF 60 and
20 wears than was received from the
membership at that age.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1905-09-01
I SOCIAL EVENTS.
HAPPENINGSIN THE SOCIAL
CIRCLES.
Brief Items of General Interest To
Yourself And To Your
Friends.

Mr.. William Rullmsu and Mr..
George j. Davis will-leave tomorrow
for Denver, Colo and a tour through
the Rockies. They will also visit
Kansas City and ST Louis,
Mrs. Charles Banks, of Norfolk, Va,
is visiting ner sister-in-law, Mrs. SOM
merville Sullivan, Conduit street
Mrs. Franklin, of North Carolina, is
visiting her mother, Mrs. William
Banks, King George street.
Prof. John Johnson. of the Depart
ment of Literature and Logic at St.
Johns College, has returned nom
visit to Illinois.
Miss Evelyn Nichols, of this city, is
visiting Mrs Mcdowell, of New
York
Miss Fanney Hagner, of Washing
ton, who has been the guest Of Mrs.
Johnson, wife Of Prof. Johnson, of St
Johns College, has returned home
after pleasant visit
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Scott and
daughter, Miss Gertrude, who have
been visiting Mr.. and Mrs w. A. Hol-
lehaugh. have returned to their home
i'm Baltimore.
Mrs Edith Sturdy, Miss Sturdy and
Mr.. Harry +. sturdy are at Mt. st.
Mary's, Md.
Mrs. Ehni, of Columbus, Ohio, who
has been spending some time with her
daughter, Mrs. Z. oliver Smith, and
Miss Eva Miller also of Columbus,
have returned home after pleasant
VISIT.
Mr.. John ELI Connor, superinten-
dent for the Watson, Flagg Engineer
ing Company, electrical contractors at
the u. 5. Naval Academy, has gone to
spend Labor Day in New York and
Long Island.
Mrs. George 4. Melvin, has returned
home after a three weeks visit TO
friends on the Eastern Shore.
Mr. Raymond Griffin, Of this city.
has returned home after short vaca-
ton at the Blue Mountain House.
Mrs. George Hudson, of Whining
ton, who has been the guest Of Mrs.
Mary Il. Mayo. of Chester Avenue,
Eastport, for the past few weeKs,s has
returned home.
Mr.. Fred Horton, of Albany, n. Y,
is visiting his family who have been
spending the summer with Mrs. Hor-
toms brother, Mr.. NJ X. easier, Ham
over street
Mrs. ID. w. Mullan. wife of Conn
mander Dennis Mullan, II. S. NJ, re-
tired, Miss Annie G. Mullan and DR.
Charles E. Mullan, left today for the
Blue Mountain House, Blue Mountain.
Daniel II. Randall Esq, left today
for Blue Ridge Summit, to join his
family.
States Attorney N. II. Green, Mrs
Green and daughter have returned
from a visit to Baltimore.
Miss Fanny Greaner returned from
Baltimore yesterday.
Mrs. David Dunn and Miss Nellie
Bealer have gone 10 Washington, also
TO Colonial Beach for visit.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1905-09-01
Assaulted Officer

There was a lively mixup last night
about 10 0 clock on West street extend
ed, when Officer Crawford started in
to break up drunken brawl between
number Of coIored men. During
the scrap Officer Crawford was struck
and cut on tho back Of tile head and
his son, Frank t. Crawford, whom be
deputized TO assist him, was also hurt.
Justice William Lee went to the assist
ance OF these two men and he Likewise
received some rough handling. The
officers of the law, however. succeeded
in arresting Clarence Queen aud Ed
ward Turner, two oolored men who
were leading the disturbance. Both
men were released on bail aud will
be given hearing this afternoon be-
fore Justice Lee.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1905-09-01
JACKSON MAY Be DISMISSED.
His Case Goes To The President
For Settlement.

The fnal record in the court martial
proceedings in the case Of Midshipman
Robert A. Jackson, of Virginia, who
disappeared several weeks ago from
the battIeship Missouri when that
vessel was at the New York navy
ward, has been forwarded by the Navy
Department to President Roosevelt
for action
Midshipman Jackson was subsequent
Iy to his disappearance from his ship,
located by his father in Canada and
made to return to that vessel and was
tried by court martial by order OF
Rear Admiral r.. ID. Evans. While
the Navy Department is not willing
to state what the verdict in the case
was it is inferred, from the fact that
the proceedings of the court were sent
TO President Roosevelt for final action,
that the young man has been sentenced
TO he dismissed from the navy.
Jackson was on board the battleship
Missouri aud obtained leave of absence
for a few days when that ship was at
New York. he overstayed that leave
and was reported as having gone 10
Boston in company with woman,
known ~ navy circles as the Rus
sian countess She returned to New
York in the course of few days, but
without Jackson, whom sho said she
had left on the streets of Boston.
Later still Jackson's father learned
that his son was in Canada trying to
earn enough money by manual labor
to pay his passage back to his ship.
jackson finally rejoined his ship at
Bar Harbor and was tried by court
martial, which presumably found him
guilty. His sentence has not been
made public. but it is generally be-
lieved he will be dismissed from the
United States Navy. He graduated
from the Naval Academy last year.