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The news & observer., 1905-12-28
FATAL STABBING AFFRAY.
Walter Groom Drives a Knife Into
Bob johnson.

Wilmington, n. c., Dec. 26.-As the
result of a fight yesterday a few min
utes after noon at the corner of Sixth
and Castle streets, Bob Johnson, a
well-known young white man of this
city, lies perhaps fatally cut at the
home of his mother Mrs. Sophia John
son, on Sixth street, between Castle
and Queen. His assailant, Walter
Groom, another well-known young
white man who used dirk in the
fight and inflicted the wound, has
made his escape. DR.. Harllee Bel
lamy is attending the injured man and
states that if there is any chance for
recovery it is very slight.
The trouble of which this is the sad
outcome began with a dispute between
Johnson and John Tharp which quick
ly led to rough and tumble fight.
Tharps chances looked slim, when
Walter Groom, another young white
man standing in the crowd that sur
rounded the fighting men, and who is
a friend of Tharp, ran out from the
bunch with an open knife, having
large blade and much resembling q
dirk. Groom shouted, I'm not going
to see Tharp get licked! and made
a lunge at Johnson. The blade struck
Johnson on the right side of the head
between the ear and the temple and
a
Johnson fell to the street, his
wounded head bleeding profusely, and
the scrap was ended. There was
great excitement on the corner for
the next few minutes and in the con-
fusion, Groom got away.
Johnson. at his own request, was
at once taken home instead of to the
hospital. He lost consciousness OH
his way home from effusion of blood.
Johnson is about 25 or 26 years old
is married and has two children. He
lives with his family on Sixth street
between Nun and Church streets. His
young wife is grief stricken and al-
most prostrated.
The affair had not been enacted for
more than a quarter of an hour before
a warrant had been issued by Justice
Borneman for the arrest of Walter
Groom. The warrant was placed in
the hands of Deputy Sheriff John W.
Smith, who, though he has tried dill
gently, has as yet been unable to serve
The news & observer., 1905-12-28

Mr. Frank ,Stronach for their special
kindness in the equipping Santa Claus
for his visit to Raleigh ninth, to
thank Mayor Johnson, Chief of Police
Mullen and other officials; and last,
but not least. to thank dear old Santa
Claus himself. who was so cleverly
personated by Mr.. VIM. M. Brown.
The Christmas festival for the poor,
said he, is something which will mark
every recurring holiday season.
Much candy which remained after
the division will today be sent by the
Sunshiners to the Methodist Orphan
age, similar gift to the Catholic
Orphanage having been made by Mr..
Sherwood Upchurch
The news & observer., 1905-12-28
THE CUMBERLAND COUNCIL.
First Session Of the Presbytcrian's Or
ganizatiOn to Combat Union.
(By the Associated Press }

Nshville Tenn. Dec. 26.-The first
general session of the Cumberland
Presbyterian Council organized at ST.
Louis in the latter part of 1904 for the
purpose Of combating the movement
for union between the Cumberland
Presbyterian church and any of the
other Presbyterian bodies will be held
at the First Cumberland Presbyterian
church tomorrow and Thursday The
executive, legal advisory and publica-
ton committees met tonight and later
reported to the general committee. but
nothing was given out. AT the coun
ellis meeting plans will be made for
further prosecution of the work Of
combating the union movements. The
loyal Cumberland Presbyterians," as
those opposing union call themselves,
assert that the only "union" possible
is individual withdrawal of members
who may wish to ally themselves with
other Presbyterian bodies and that
they intend to keep up the general
Cumberland Presbyterian body and
preserve it from either union or dis
ruption. "Those who join the Presby-
terian church will be boltcrs. not
'unionists,' +" said one of the officers
tonight.
The news & observer., 1905-12-28
NO CONFLICT HERE.
The Revolutionary Leaders III 81
Petersburg VIII Not Precipi-
tate One.

st. Petersburg, Dec. 26.-1:40 .. m.
The revolutionary leaders in st. Peters
burg who Sunday decided that 1T was
absolutely necessary to precipltate an
immediate conflict here as a diversion
i'm favor of revolutionaries at Moscow,
reconsidered their decision last night
on the ground that it would be sheer
murder to send the proletariat into
the streets Nevertheless they voted to
continue the strike and to use every
means to force out all of the work.
men, but at the same time to hold
themselves in readiness to take ad-
vantage of the situation in the event
of success of their comrades at Mos
cow In spite of the seizure here the
leaders claim that large quantities of
arms, including quick firing guns, have
been smuggled through Finland.
The news & observer., 1905-12-28

him last night by John and Charles
Whitsett.
John Whitsett. who returned home
With his bride last night. was seren-
AIDED by a crowd of Bethany College
students who made night hideous with
pans and kettles. After several vain
attempts to have the screnaders dis
perse, the Whitsett brothers, John,
armed with a revolver, and Charles
with poker. attacked the students,
who fed in all directions. 1t is said
several shots were fired by both
sides, but without effect. Young
Scott fell and when found later by his
fellow students was taken unconscious
to his fathers with his head a mass
of cuts and bruises. The Whitsett
brothers We're arrested today charged
with felonious assault and carrying
concealed weaons, and after waving
a hearing were held in $500 bail for
criminal court
The news & observer., 1905-12-28
POINTS OF HAMILToN's REPORT.
The New York World Gives a Synop-
sis of Its Features.
(By the Associated Press.

New York, Dec. 26.-The investiga-
ting committee of the New York Life
trustees had a meeting today at which
the report sent from Paris by Andrew
G. Hamilton was considered and re-
ferred to counsel. Mr.. Mccall stateo
that the report was favorable to him.
self
The World will say tomorrow that
the main features of Hamilton's re-
port are:
Hamilton admits he may owe the
New York Life money, and that his
account with the company is open"
because of his failure to render a
statement heretofore of all the moneys
he has received. He offers to place.
in escrow 100000 cash from his own
private funds pending a final adjust
ment of his account. Any sum which
it may be decided he owes the COM
pany is to he paid to the New York
Life out of the 10000 fund.
Hamilton does not give the names
or reveal the identity of the persons
to whom he made payments.
The news & observer., 1905-12-28
EXCHANGE HOTEL BURNS.
Many Guests Forced TO Flee In Their
Night Clothes.
(By the Associated Press. }

Uniontown, Pa. Dec. 26.-Fire ear
Iy today practically ruined the interior
and contents of the Exchange Hotel,
one of the leading hostelries of this
city The fire started in the dining
room about 3 o'clock, and the $50
guests were forced to fee to the
streets in their night clothes. There
were many narrow escapes. Several
members of the Princess Chic Theat-
rical Company were almost asphyX-
lated and were carried from the build
ing by the firemen. The family OF
c. CT. Cans, including husband, wife
and two daughters, were found in
their rooms and taken to the street
by a ladder that had been elevated
to the third floor. Mrs Cans and
daughters are Frustrated. Three Hun
garian servant girls were almost
smothered, and their screams saved
the lives of Attorney and Mrs. j. G..
Work, who occupied a third story.
The loss was 100000.
The news & observer., 1905-12-28
NORTHBOUND.

NORTHBOUND.
No. "a at 1.30 a. m. daily for Nor
folk, Richmond, Washington, New
York and points north and northwest.
Pullman drawing room sleeping cars
TO Portsmouth. Washington and Jersey
City.
No. 38 at 11.O0 a. m. daily for
Portsmouth. Norfolk, where conpec-
tions are made with steamers for
Washington, Baltimore, New York
Boston, Providence and Nypan for
New York Pullman to Portsmouth.
No. 66 at 11.50 e.. m. daily for Rich
mond, Washington and New York
Connects at Richmond with c. & o.
for points West. Has day coaches to
Washington. Pullman Sleeping Car to
Jersey City and Dining car.
SOUTHBoUND.
No. IL 400 p. IN. daily for AL local
points, connects at Hamlet for Will
mington and Charlotte. Pullman Sleep
ing car for Atlanta where connections
are made for all points Southwest.
No. 43 at 7.15 p. m. daily for jack
sonville. Tampa and all Florida points.
connects at Hamlet for Atlanta. Pull
man sleeping cars to Jacksonville and
dining car to Hamlet.
No 81 at 3.25 a. m. for all polnts
South: Atlanta, Charlotte, whining
ton. Columbia, Savannah. JacksonVliis
and all points In the southwest.
No. 80 at 500 u. m. daily except
Sunday Shoo-Fly local train between
Raleigh and Weldon with connections
for LouisbL-g, oxford and Warrenton.
No. 20 Shoo-Fly daily except sun
day between Weldon and Raleigh WITH
connection from Warrenton, OXFORD
and Louisburg. Arrives Raleigh 1O.l5
q. m.
For further Information relative to
pates AID time tables, address
H. A. MORSON, G. p. & 4. Az.
Raleigh, N.
c.. b. RYAN, q. r. a.,
Portsmouth. W.
The news & observer., 1905-12-28
AT ODESSA AND LODI.
Strikers Threats Met by Menace OF
Drastic Measures.
(Bv the Associated Press }

London, Dec. ga dispatch to
news agency from Odessa says that
the general strike there is only ar
tally successful and that probably 1T
will collapse. The strike committee
is threatening a resort to arms. and
the governor general has announced
that he will deal in drastic manner
with any such attempt. The corre-
spondent adds that while the people
of Odessa are in state of nervous
tension the city at present is Tranquil
Lodz. Russian Poland, Dec. 20
The workmen here expect to begin
strike tomorrow and armed rlslng III
the coal mining districts also IS
threatened. 1t is declared that $4,000
men are ready to fight the troops.
The news & observer., 1905-12-28

Trains Nos. ] and connect at
Go1dsboro with A. G. l.. trains as fol-
lows: No. Al, Southbound; No. AZ,
Northbound: and with Southern Rail-
way trains Nos. Ill. Westbound. and
No. 112. Eastbound.
Trains, Nos. and 3. connect at
Goldsboro with Southern Railway
trains as follows: No. 108. Eastbound;
No. 1876. Westbound; and with A. G. Il.
trains, Nos 40. Southbound. and az,
Northbouc1.
The news & observer., 1905-12-28
TT is STILL A MYSTERY.
The Death of Mrs. Todd Battles the
COroncr's Jury.
(By the Associated Press.) )


Philadelphia, Dec. 26.-The coro-
ner's jury today rendered a verdict in
the case of Mrs Margaret Todd. the
wealthy New York widow. whose body
was found on the tracks of the Read
ing railroad in Fairmount Park. this
city, in October last. The verdict
states that the woman came to her
death in a manner unknown 60 the
Jury No new testimony was de-
veloped at today's hearing.
A portion of the testimony indicated
that the body might have been placed
upon the track. Some evidence was
offered also which indicated that she
wandered on the tracks and was
struck by a freight train. For the
past few years, it was also brought
out, Mrs. Todd had shown decided
eccentricities which were probably
due to her advanced age.
The news & observer., 1905-12-28
KILLED AT TURKEY SHOOT.
Two Men Meet Death as the Result of
a Quarrel.
fRv tha Associated Press.

London KY, Dec. 26.-News reach
ed here late last night OF the killing of
a deputy sheriff and two other men in
Leslie county yesterday. At Big Fork
a crowd of men congregated at tur-
key shooting match A dispute over
the match caused a general dlstur-
bance in which John Duff and Jacob
Wilson shot and killed Jos. wilson
and Alexande Little shot and Killed
Mack Roberts. deputy sheriff. Dun
and Wilson were arrested. Little es-
capped
At Moose Creek. James Creecn was
|shot by William Vancouver in a quar-
rel.
The news & observer., 1905-12-28
The Most Delightful Route
to NEW YORK and the
NORTH and EAST
rs VIA THE
Old Dominion
Line
AND RAIL CONNECTIONS

Express steamships leave Norfolk
Va, daily, a. 1880 p. m, for New
York direct, affording opportunity for
through passengers from the South.
Southwest and West to visit Rich
mond Old Point Comfort and vir-
ginia Beach en- route.
For tickets and general information
apply to railroad ticket agents.
II. b. WALKER. v. p. q T. NJ. New
York, N. z.
j. j. BROWN. Geen assenger Agt.,
New York, N. 7.
The news & observer., 1905-12-28
LaFONTAINE DISMISSED.
He Incurred Enmity of Political
Friends of Law Firm Represent
ing American Contractors.
CBv the Associated Press

Montreal, Que, Dec. 26.-Ulric La
Fontaine. police justice, has been dis
missed from the position as extradi-
ton commissioner by the Dominion
government. LaFontaine issued writs
of extradition in many cases, among
them being the Gaynor--Greene pro-
ceedings 1t was stated when this
case was being heard that LaFontaine
had incurred the enmity of powerful
political friends of the law firm which
represented the American contractors.
The news & observer., 1905-12-28
poison THROUGH THE MAIL.
An Effort to Murder ''Queen Titania''
Futile.
(By the Associated Press }

Albany, N. Y, Dec. 26.-Miss Elsie
Smith, who was Queen Titania' In
the Albany Halloween Carnival OF
1904. today reported to the postoffice
that she received through the mail
Yesterday a box of caidy containing
poison. The chocolate drops in the
box had been opened and the poison
spread within. A druggist who ana
lived the contents declares that the
candy contained enough paris green
and other noisons TO kill the whole
family. Miss Smith processes entire
ignorance of any one who would de-
sire to injure her. but believes the
poison was sent by girl. The police
and postoffice authorities are investi-
eating
The news & observer., 1905-12-28
THE OFFICIAL RETURNS.
The Vote i'm the Four Counties for
Mayor of New York.
(By the Associated Press.

New York, Dec. 26.-The official
count of votes cast in New York coun-
tv for mayor at the last election was
issued today by the county board of
canvassers and shows that Mcclellan
received 140,264; Hearst 123,292 and
WINS 64,2S9.
The official returns from the other
three counties in the city were an
nounced as follows
Kings: Mcclellan. 6S,77S; Hearst,
S4,S35; Twins, 61,192.
Queens: Mcclellan, 1928; Hearst,
1906; WINS 1918.
Richmond Mcclellan. 6,127; Hearst,
3,096; WINS. ;.
The total vote was: 22S.ss7: 224,-
929; 1919.
The news & observer., 1905-12-28
The Cruiser Charleston.
(Bv the Associated Press )

IBy inc AsSOcIdIeu IT Co''I
Norfolk, Va, Dec. 26.-Thc United
States cruiser Charleston arrived at
the Norfolk navy yard today for fin
ishing touches and few minor re-
pairs before proceeding early In Janu-
ary for Charleston, S. c., where the
citizens of that place are to present
the vessel with handsome silver SER
vice
The news & observer., 1905-12-28
A DISASTROUS FIRE.
Little Rock Loses Property Whose Es-
timated Value is 100000.
(By the Associated Press.

Little Rock Ark, Dec. 26.-One of
the most disastrous fires in the his
tory of Little Rock visited this city at
an early hour this morning. With the
exception of two small buildings every
building on the block bounded by Sec
ond. Third, Louisiana and Center
streets was destroyed The heaviest
loss is that of Fred Roesch, whose
four story carriage repository was
burned to the ground causing loss of
about $4,000. The burned, district
also included the livery stable of c..
l.. Kraft the old Jewish synagogue,
the Merchants stable, six cottages and
a number of small buildings occupied
by blacksmith shops. The entire loss
is estimated at 100000.
The news & observer., 1905-12-28
a BLOODY PROTEST MADE.
Bryon Scott, One of Company of
"Calantlumpian" Serenaders III a
Critical Condition.
fRv the Associated PRESS }

Bethany, W. Va, Dec. 26.-Byron
Scott, aged 1S years. son OF 7. B.
Scott. member of the West virginia
Legislature. lies at his home in criti-
cal condition from the affects OF an
assault alleged to have been nlade on
The news & observer., 1905-12-28
Stole Christmas Booze.

Kinston, N. c.. December 26.-
Some person or persons who were
over-thirsty for a Christmas drink
broke into the Kinston dispensary
Sunday night and stole about 20
quarts of "booze."
The news & observer., 1905-12-28

Burnctt's Vanilla leaves a good taste
in the mouth. 1t is pure and whole-
some Don't be cheated.
The news & observer., 1905-12-28
n RoYs TER

Has Special Holiday Mixtures. from
15c. to soc. per pound.
Buy Candy where it is made.
The news & observer., 1905-12-28
SEABOARD
Ar LINE RATLwAH

Between points North. East, South
and Southwest,
Schedule in effect July 2, 1905.
Trains leave Raleigh.
The news & observer., 1905-12-28

Col Olds, the head of the Ralelgh
Sunshiners. said last night that he
desired to express his thanks. first of
all to the good people of Raleigh, who
made last nights splendid entertain
ment. with its gifts for every one OF
the little children of the poor possible;
secondly. to the Sunshiners for their
census of the children and their fine
work yesterday and last night. the
crowning work of a year full of good
works. and which has exemplified the
Sunshiner's motto of: IF you've bit
of sunshine in your life pass 1T
on: third. to the ladies of the Asso-
ciated Charities for their friendly aid;
fourth. to Governor Glenn for his ad-
mirable talk. which went straight to
the heart of very hearer in the crowd
ed hall: fifth, to Sherwood HiggS ana
Company for the attractive scenic eff
fects produced; sixth, to dainty little
Patsy Smith. for her charming sun
shine dance; seventh. to Mr. A. f.
Bowen for his particularly pleasing
and deft sleight-of-hand performance
eighth, to Mr.. Charlie Woodall and
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1905-03-09
An Effective Disguise.


Some historical characters who were
considered bright In their way wouldn't
have the slightest idea who was talk
ing If they were to listen to themselves
spouting in the pages of a historical
novel.
If some of these powdered and be-
wigged gentlemen were to put on their
gum shoes and come softly treading
back to this earth toNs see what they
could discover, the automobiles and the
telephones would doubtless surprise
them. but what would startle them
most would be to learn that they use
language they had surreptitlously ex-
tracted from the melodrama whenever
they had occasion to talk to their hired
men.
But through 1t all there would be one
keen note of disappointment. They
would mourn that their wives could
not be there to see that they could
come home from battle wet to the skin
and not swear like deck hand be-
cause dry clothes were not at hand.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1905-03-09
the DeDOt.

Mr.. H f. Thomas was off few
days last week on account of the
sickness of his mother at Bidwell.
Conductor Wilson took the place
of Mr.. Thomas.
Mr.. Cook, brakeman on the riv-
er division, has gone to Columbus
on the Hooking Valley division.
w. E. Glenn went Monday and E.
Oilor on Tuesday for main line
work.
H. S. Green returned to work
Monday, having recovered from
his injury.
The stonemasons are at work,
laying new foundation for the
steam hammer.
Engine 63 on the Pomeroy run,
broke piston rod and knocked out
a cylinder head on Mondav, and
engine 81 was sent to bring the
train to Logan.
Engine so on the Straitsville
branch is in the round house for re-
pairs. Engine So is taking the
run.
c. M. Chase, engineer on the
Straitsville branch has been off on
account of sickness. r. p. Smith
is in his place.
Engine 82 was sent to Lancaster
Saturday and engine 85 was re-
turned to Logan.
Twelve cars OF ice were put up in
Logan during the past week for
summer use.
Operator b. j. Swartz is holding
down the night trick during the alb
sence of operator Wright.
Engine 28 on local, broke down
Wednesday at Dnndas, and an en-
gine from Logan brought the train
in.
II. NJ Conpors. train master,
speut Monday night ut the Depot
ilnlcl.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1905-03-09
OBITUARY.

Ward Waldo STEERS, son of Stew
en- and Kate Russell Stiers, was
born near Nortonville, Kansas,
March 27th., 1885. His parents
moved from this place to near
Haydenville, o., in the spring of
1888. Here he grew to young
manhood and by his daily contact
has endeared himself to the hearts
of those who knew him best. His
life in the home and among his
associates was such that the re-
collections of him will be that of
a clean, moral, upright character.
In 1902, his work called for ex-
tensive travel in several states,
and though meeting with men of
every kind and character, yet he
maintained his integrity and led
an upright life. The vices and
habits, which are so common to
many young men, never fastened
themselves upon him. Though
young in years, he had the quail
ties that go to make manly men.
His was kind sweet-spirited dis
position, ever desirous to be help
ful; and for these qualities his
name shall live in the hearts of
those who knew him.
After brief ILLNESS of only
twelve days, battling for a life,
which if spared, was full Of prom
Use and hope, he yielded to the
call Of the silent messenger. Death
and went from among us Feb. 10,
1905, aged 10 yrs, ii mo. He
leaves to cherish his precious
memory, while they mourn bis de-
parture, father and mother, two
brothers and one sister, together
with a multitude of admiring |
friends and companions. The
light of his life has gone out, yet
he lives in our hearts and homes !
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1905-03-09
Alice Carey Concert Company.

The concluding number of the
Library Lecture Course, will be
given Tuesday, March IA, at the
Opera House, 25 and 35 cents.
Season tickets may be reserved
Saturday, and general admission
Tuesday.
Having recently had the oppor-
tunity of hearing Miss Alice Car
ey, the Violinist, / wish to say
that / consider her an artist of
very great gift. Her technique
is superb, and her Interpretation
of the masters gives evidence of
insight and feeling of rare kind.
Miss Carey has certainly bril-
liant future, and 1 congratulate
your Bureau in securing her as
your musical attraction.
Yours sincerely,
HENRY AUSTIN ADAMS.
New York Times says: ''Irma
Cecilia Hayes is soprano of
marked ability and Ipleased every
one who heard her in the concert
last evening at the Benefit Recit-
all"
Miss O'Day captured the audi
ence and each appearance was
greeted with applause. 1t 10 very
seldom that reader meets with
the warm reception accorded Miss
O'Day In this city.--Port Huron
mich. Daily Herald.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1905-03-09
From Jackon Herald:

Several jackson people attended
the Washington's Birthday dance
and reception given by the" Short
Skate Club of Logan, Ohio, Tues
day evening. A reception was
held.at the Club rooms from 8 to 0
p. M. after which the party journ-
ed to the Red Mems Hall where
the dance was held. At midnight
an elegant three course supper was
served and about 8 O'Clock the
dance ended. The crowd from
here report the "Short Skates''
royal entertainers and hope to 90
again. Those present from Jack
son were Mr.. and Mrs. Frank t.
Baldridge, Mr.. and Mrs. r. q.
Claar, Miss Elizabeth Miller, and
Messrs. Chas. jackson, Ralph
Hood, Frank Clever, Ralph Scott
and Harry Evans.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1905-03-09
the
Factories.
LOGAN BRICK MFG. CO.

Plant No l has not been running
several weeks on account of u
number of improvements being
made. Everything will probably
be in working order so that it will
be put in opereation today.
Mr.. William Lloyd returned
from Dunkirk, Ind. last Sunday.
Mr.. August Riddlebaugh has re-
signed his place as chief engineer
at the plant.
Mr.. Henry Bowers has been off
the account of sickness in the
family.
SNIDER MFG. co.
About four cars of furniture and
two cars of rims were shipped this
week. One car OF rims goes to
Georgia.
Mr.. John Canty is in West Vir-
glnla this week on business.
Mr.. Will Snider spent Wednes-
day of last week in Columbus.
LOGAN CLAY PRODUCT co.
Messrs. Magoon and Morrison
were Columbus visitors last Fri
day and Saturday.
Mr.. Pete Michel was off, duty
last week ON account OF sickness.
The company is shipping quite
large number of cars of brick and
sewer pipe this week to different
parts of the county.