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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09

San Francisco. March 9.-Though they still deem the proof of murder in conclusive. the police of this city are trying to find a possible motive for the poisoning of Mrs Stanford. With this end in view they are making q minute investigation into the stories of household intrigues told by Bev- erly. the former butler. and Elizabeth Richmond. the former maid of Mrs Stanford. who now lives in Bev-rly's home at San Mateo. It is believed that among the stories of cuarrels and graft a hint of the motive for mur- der may be found.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
DEATHS AND FUNERALS.
We'll Known PsOp.s Who Have Been

SalIeo away.
 Mrs Bridget CondOn, wife of John H. COndOn, uled thls morning at the residence of her sister, Mss Mary Cavanaugh, 273 River street. Besiues her husband, she leaves three sons and one daughter, Richard, simon. John and Mary; also 3 brothers and a sister, Patrick, Thomas, Daniel and Miss Mary Cavanaugh. The deceased came to Waterbury from Ireland with the rest of the family when she was but fourteen years of age and resided here ever since. In connection with her husband, ex-alderman John H. Condon. she conducted a grocery store on Baldwin street for ten or twelve years and made the business pay until sickness set in upon them. Mrs Con don was bright, cheerful woman. who made friends of everybody who had business relations with her and commanded the respect and good will of her neighbors. The family have been sorelv tried for the past year or two. Mir Condon being most of the time sick and is not vet able to do anything. and tho death of his wife makes the situation much worse than was looked for until her health con- mencei to fail The funeral will he held Saturday mornirg with mass of reuuiem at St Francis Xav'er's church and in'erinent in new St Jo- senh's cemetery.
 The funeral of Cherries. infant son of NIT and Mrs Michael German of Shark street. who lied last night. took place this afternoon. with interment in Calvary cemetery.
 The funeral of Mrs Sonhia Kamin. iski took niace this morning from the familv residence on Fourth street. with a mass of rpIuien at St JOseph's church bv Father Saurusaitis and in. torment in St J"seph's cemetery.
 The funeral of Mrs Mary Reardon took place this morning from the fami. ly residence on Washington street with ma<S or renuiem at St Francis Xavier'S church by Father Curtin and interment in new St Josepf-s cemetery. The hearers were John Kelly. James O-DonneII. Michael Mccormack. Pat rick Donahue. Michael Quinn and Fat. rick FTtzSerali- The floral tributes in- cluiei standing cross marked Mother Mr and Mrs Patrick NOO- nan: wreath Inscribed Mother F. ]. RsarIOn: pillow. grandchildren. wreath. Kate Slattery: bouquet. John Keefe-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
LEGISLATURE.
Dr. Newman Smyth Pre-. sented Another Bill on
 Corrupt Practices.

Hartford, March 9.-Dr Newman Smyth presented to the judiciary com. mittee to-day another bill on corrupt practices, drawn by State Attorney Williams of New Haven county. The bill gives to any commissioner of the state police power to conduct an in, quiry as to whether any crime has been committed after such commissioner has received the written request of any states attorney, prosecuting attor, hey of any court of common pleas or of the district court of Waterbury, ol of any city, town or borough court, or upon the written request of any electo1 approved in writing by the states at. torney of the county in which such elector resides. The commissioner is invested with the power of subpoena punishment for contempt, and all the powers of court. He is to be allowed $15 day and necessary expenses for the time actually employed. The i'm. portant feature of the bill is the power of application given to any elector.
 Hartford, March 9.-The Judiciary committee gave public hearing to- day on several bills concerning politi- cal primaries and caucuses. Ex-Sena tor William Kennedy of Naugatuck appeared in behalf of a bill that pro. vides a penalty for circulating unof- ticial ballots. There was no opposi- tion to the bill.
 Representatives Isbell of Ansonia and Ruic of Pennington urged the adoption of bill that repeals the gen. eral statutes governing political eau cuses. This measure is designed in the main to do away with the neces- sity of registering for a caucus.
 The senate and house held brief ses. sions and transacted very little busi- ness. In executive session the senate confirmed Governor Roberts appoint ments on state board of charities, also the nominatiOns of Charles l.. Futile and L. H. Healey to be members of the state board of education.
 The senate rejected the resolution making an additional appropriation to the state board of health. Senator Judson in his discussion of the resolu- tiOn authorizing the town of Dul nam to issue bonds, stated that 1t would be a good thing for the finance commit tee to confer with the attorney gen. eral in an effort to secure the proper legislation on the taxation of town ant city bonds.
 The house by an overwhelming vote concurred with the senate in author. izing the purchase of the Round House property from the N. Y.. N. H. & H. railroad. The matter provoked short discussion. The house rejected the resolution authorizing S1.OW.OOO insur. ance on the capitol building and con. tents, thus disagreeing with the sen. ate.
 The judiciary committee this after noon gave a public hearing on a mum Der of bills pertaining to tke corrupt practices act in relation to elections The chief speaker was Rev Dr Smytl of New Haven.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
JAPANESE ARE STILL
 FORCING THE ISSUE.
Boodest Battle of the War Still Rages-Kuropatkin Forces are Shattered-Over One Hundred Thousand
 Men Slain in this Fight Alone-Startline Repor, < That Tie Pass is Invested by the Japanese.

Tokio, March g, 6 a. m.-The great battle in Manchuria ragged all day yes terday along the entire enormous front. The Japanese were generally victorious, and they drove the Rus sians from series of important posi- tio1s. By nightfaA it seemed impera- tive that General Kuropatkin would have to withdraw his shattered legions and avoid complete disaster. Indeed, 1t appeared impossible for him to eff feet a retreat without heavy losses of prisoners, guns and stores.
 The continuous battle is already, the bloodiest of the war. Upon the ground that General Oku alone gained are eight thousand Russian dead. The re- ports from the other armies are ex- pected to triple this figure. It is es- timated that the Japanese have lost 50,OOO, making the joint slaughter far exceed 100000 men. Details of the combat are lacking, but it is believed that the Japanese have cut the rail way north of MukdIl, leaving only the roadways and light railway from Fushun to Tie pass as avenues for the retreat of the Russians, but army headquarters refrain from affirming or denying a,report to that effect.
 It is thought that Mukden is still in the hands of the Russians.
 The details of operations against Fushun are not yet at hand, but it is understood that, following the cap furo of NeohOntan the JananeSp rCa- newed the assault on Tieta and dis lodged the Russians.
 Various reports are in circulation concerning prisoners of war, but it is impossible to obtain" reliable informa- tion as to the number taken.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
RUSSIANS WERE BEHEADED.

Newchwang, March 8, via Tientsin.- With Japanese flags flying band of Chinese bandits to-day beheaded two young Russians who were alleged to be spies at Sinmintin. The first one executed was evidently all officer, but he was wearing Chinese overcoat. He knelt without murmur while his companion watched the death stroke. The second captive was clothed ill Chinese clothing throughout. He whimpered for moment, but re- gained his nerve and struggled tiercely. He was thrown and killed while long trumpets fanfared. The chief of the bandits was a mild hammered old man, wearing Japanese sword. He watched the executions unmoved. They are spies," he said, and we should kill them. Besides, it is difficult to trans port them."
 On last Monday night the bandits surprised a small body of Russian scouts and killed p, besides capturing the two that were beheaded. The bandits suffered a slight loss.
 To-day the whole band, consisting of POO cavalry and 100 infantry, formed great circle on the outskirts of Sin ninth. The bronzed and stern fea- tured Chinese dismounted and held their gaily trapped and shaggy ponies The men were armed to the teeth with long rifles and Mauser pistols. The infantry was mostly turbaned, but many wore Russian caps. ... ...--.
 The Russian captives were brought to the center of the circle with flourish of trumpets.
 They were stripped and their arms were bound together behind their bodies. They were then turned over to a six foot executioner who smiling ly drew his red sheathed sword, after ward wiping the blade on the clothing of the dead men. -..--
 When the executioners were finish ed the corpses were left lying on the sunlit road. Bugles were sounded and the. bandit cavalry swung into their saddles while the infantry fell into line and departed from the scene of execution.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09

United States. The indictment against her charges her with conspiracy to commit an offense against the United States by illegally certifying checks on the Oberlin bank. The defense claim ed that inasmuch as Mrs Chadwick was not an official of the bank it was impossible for her to certify checks. It was therefore impossible for her to conspire with others to commit an of fense which it was impossible for her to commit as an individual.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
OUTPOSTS FORGED IN.

Mukden, March 9 l2:3O a. m.l-The Japanese yesterday attacked the vil- lage of Pudiasa. northwest of the I'm perial fomijs, and stubborn fight fol- lowed. but the Russian advanced guard was obliged to abandon the village.
 During the night the Japanese at tackled the village of Santaitse. north of the Imperial tombs. The fight con- tinues as this dispatch is filed.
 The Japanese outposts have reached Hirantchan. on the south front. and a heavy cannonade is fin progress there.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
WE SELL THE
 BEST COUCHES
Seventy Couches to Select
 From.

We are now ready to take up the couch question with you. Never was a store better equipped to sell couches to particular buyers than we are. The coverings are of the latest and most approved fabrics. Velours, Tapestries. veronas. Silk Pushes. Genuine and Imitation Leathers. Some beautiful Davenport couches are also on sale at the same low prices that have done so much to make our store so popular with Waterbury's housekeepers. We probably sell more couches than any one other store in the state and 1t is only such large buying and selling that puts us in a position to do so. Come in and let us show you how interesting We can make the couch question to VOL
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
RUSSIANS STUBBORN FIGHT.

With the Japanese Left Armies, Tuesday, March :. 8 p. m.. via Fusan, March 9.-The Japanese made two at tacks to-day on the village at the angle of the railroad and the Hun river. The Russians are making strong re- sistance in a dozen villages in this vi- cinity and are burning large quantities of supplies.
 A movement of the Russians north- ward was visible this afternoon. It is uncertain whether it is retreat or a reinforcement of the right wing.
 The Japanese left armies advanced perceptibly across the plain in the di- noon. A heavy artillery fire continues this evening"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
A Car Load of Dining Ia bies

We have recently received a carload of the handsOmest and best constructed dining tables on the market. Our din ing tables are fully guaranteed to US and we can accordingly guarantee them to our customers. We do not ex- pect 10 sell you a dining table 10 last you only year or two. but one that will last you a lifetime. Endurance and stability gre the essential things that enter into all the furniture that we buy and that is the reason why sc many people will always say. -Go 10 the HampsOn-Sellew store for your
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
INQUEST TONIGHT.
Police Surround Stanford Case With
 Much Mystery.

Honolulu. March 0.-The inquest into the death of Mrs Jane l.. Stan ford has been postponed unti; tonight at 7:30 o'clock. The police surround the case with mystery.
 High Sheriff Henry says that the in- quest was postponed because the stenographer's transcript of the testi-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
CELEBRATING THE VICTORY.

Tokio. March 'noonI.-Although the actual extent of the success gained by Field Marshal Oyama's army is un- known. Tokio is already celebrating the victory Flags are going up all over thp city and crowds are on the streets. eagerly buying the extra editions of the local papers. and congratulatiOns ar, pouring into the offce of the min- f<ter of war and to the army stan headquarters
 It is rumorof that General Kuropat- kfn-s retreat has been partly cut OG fnSurinx heavy losses of supplies ani the capture of many prisoners: bu1 this ftsis impossible to confirm.
 An oficial announcement of the re- euIt of Field Narshal OysuA-s p1rsuk
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
The Picture Department.

If your parlor or other rooms need a few pictures we are sure we can please you with our immense lines to select from. The subjects are the best on the market and framed in the most approved styles of mouldings. The prices are low enough to surprise pie ture buyers every time. No fancy prices at our store. We belieSe in the nimble sixpence rather than the slow shilling. In other words. we would rather sell to q hundred customers at a small profit than a few at a large ono
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09

mony was not ready and the Hawaiian law requires the witnesses to read and sign their testimony in the presence of the jury.
 Sheriff Henry also said that he is not certain whether or not additional witnesses will be called upon to testi- fy.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
KuRopATK1N SENDS WORD.

St Petersburg, March 9.--A dispatch from General Kuropatkin, dated March 8. says:
 "On the right bank of the Hun river the enemy has assumed the offensive towards Mukden from the northwest and the north.
 "The center and left flank of Oui armies have fallen back without fight ing on the entrenched positions on the right bank of the Hun river.
 "To-day the enemy attacked us on the north front, driving small de- tachment of outposts from the village of Pudiasa. about two miles northwest of the village of Trentsan."
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
CUT OFF ANNOUNCEMENTS.

New Chwang, March 9.-The Rus sians have not been reinforced from the direction of Harbin since March 1. General Nogi's army with forced march of twenty-five miles day and acting in conjunction with Generai Oku's army, surrounded S0.O00 Rus sians fin the district of Tie pass and cut of their supplies.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
STARTLING IF TRUE.

Newchwang. via Tientsin, March 9. It is reported on good authority that Tie pass has been invested by the Japanese and that General Kuro- patkin has no alternative and will probably he forced to surrender with fin a week.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
SCHOONER IN DISTRESS.

New York March 9.-A schooner. apparently in distress. flying her en- sign with the union down was an chored about three miles east of Anna sansett life saving station today The fife savers started out as soon as the signal was observed to investigate the trouble
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
WOMEN'S STRIKE SETTLED.

New York, March GA strike of a few women employed as trimmcrs fin hat factories at Orange. V. !, has been settled. Several thousand tm. ployes who were thrown out of work n week ago by the action of the women will return to their benches to-day.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
OLD RESIDENT DEAD.

Torrington, March 9.-Mrs Mary E. Mason, aged s1, granddaughter of sam uei Brooker. the original settler of To-- rington. died at this place this morn- ing. She was connected with some of the most prominent families of the state. Hon Charles F. BrOOker. pres ident of the Coe Brass Co of Torring- ton and AnsOnia. and director of the Consolidated road being among her cousins.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
Cffice nesks at I title Margins.

The third floor of our establishment is given up to the finest display of office furniture in western Connecticut. If you are in need of a roll for desk. flat top desk. bOokkeeper's desk or typewriter's desk. or chairs to use with them. come in and see how well you can be served at our store. Office tables from two feet up to eight feet in size. of the best construction and finish on the market. Factory chairs and stools in either large or SnaIf uuaurfffnS
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
Theood Glenw co q.

In Waterbury 2y5o0 people use the GIenwoOd range and stand ready to tell you that 1t is as near perfect as any range could be- GlenwOOd ranges always take well Yoa will be pleased with a new Gleuvcoi Our prices are lower than Glelvoois are sold for a almost any city in New England We shall be pleased 10 have you come sn and talk the matter over with us zpa see the full line that the makers hzvo prepared for yoU inspection
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
BY A PARTY VOTE

Washington March a--The = ats. committee on foreign relations tod, ' agreed to report fsvorably on th , Santo Domingo treaty as amended Every republican voted fer tie treaty and eyery democrat against it
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
FIVE TIMES MAYOR.

Indianapolis. March 9.--John Cavins. one of the best known men in Indiana and pioneer coal operator. died to- day. He was five times elected mayor of Indianapolis.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
DEFENSE CLOSED.
Attorneys for Mrs. Chadwick then Asked for Her
 Discharge.

Cleveland, March 9.-The defense closed its side of the case this noon and the attorneys for Mrs Chadwick at once moved that she be discharged on the ground that she did not con- spire to commit an offense against the
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09

One of ROckefeIer's college profes- sors says women aren't good Hsatle- mzsicizns- Yet lse will have to admit that women-s figures are generally considered sup,eTioR to those of the col lee prVfessofx.-Grand Rapids Post
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
WEATHER FORECAST

Forecast for COnnectTcut- Rain in south. rain or SHOW in north portion tie tonight and Friday- light winds. becoming easteriy and increasing
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
SEVEN MINERS KILLED.

Wilkesbarre. March 9.-While seven men were being hOisted in the cage in the Clear Spring mine collicry at West Pittston to-day the rope broke and the men fell 2jO feet. All were killed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09
RUSSIA AND ENGLAND SETTLE.

London. Mar 9-The Russian ann bassador to Great Britain to-day paid S325.OOO to foreign secretary Lans- downe in settlement of the North Sea claims and the incident was closed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09

VICTIMS OF PLAGUE Calcutta. India. March s-Ihe death from the plague last week amounted to 24ss.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-09

of the Russians is expected here late, to-day.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1905-01-26
Orange Blossoms

Married, at the home of the
bride, yesterday at high twelve,
Mr.. Johann Witt and Miss Mel
lie Pounds, Rev. j. w. Fulkrod
officiating. After a very pleas
ant dinner, Mr.. and Mrs. Witt
left for their new home in Lin
coin, Neb., followed by the
good wishes of many friends.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1905-01-26
Wedding Bells

Married, at the home of A. J,
Fosdick, the brides father, yes.
terday at 4p. m, Mr.. E. H
Thompson and Miss Aurenia
.7osdick, Rev. j. w. Fulkrcd
officiating. After the ceremony
delightful banquet was par
ticipated in by the guests. Mr..
and Mrs. Thompson will make
their home in the vicinity Of
Loveland.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1905-01-26
Chanse In barber Shep.

The Opera House barber
shop changed hands this morn
i lg, Frank Alger selling the
shop to Charley Irish, who took
possession today. Frank Alger
has been a barber in this city
for the past seven years, six of
which he has run the Opera
House barber shop. He is a
first class barber and his many
friends are sorry to see him go
out of the business. He will
move to Omaha in the near
future where he will open a
shop.
Mr.. Irish has been a barber
in this city several years and
has the reputation honestly
earned, Of being the finest bar
Der in western Iowa, and his
hosts Of friends are glad to
know that he is again going in
to business for himself in the
Valley. He invites all his
friends to call on him at the
Opera House barber shop, as
surfing them that they will re-
cieye the best shave and the
kindest treatment to be found
in the city.
See DR.. Chapek at Drs. Chap
man & Meehan's office. If your
eyes are bad see him.
Sunday evening at the Pres
byterian church, the last of the
series Of Gin His Steps" will be
given. This will be the most
interesting of all. About forty
fine pictures will illustrate this
occasion. AS the weather is
now more moderate the people
from the country round about
are cordially invited for this
evening service, which will
prove deeply impressive.
The loss on the j. H. Crowder
building was adjusted this
morning by the insurance COM
pany and Mr.. Crowder Was paid
1916. He will put men to
work repairing the building in
a few days.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1905-01-26
A Yeo,nan Party.

About forty Of the Woman
of this city, with their wives
and sweethearts took sleighs
last night and went out to
Elsie Jones for a general good
time. The evening was spent
in games and dancing, and at
midnight a fine supper was
served to which all those pre-
sent did ample justice. At
two o'clock this morning the
company left for their homes
feeling that it was good to have
been there.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1905-01-26
VI. r. C..

Belden w. r. c., will meet in
regular session Friday evening.
at 7:30 p. m. A special pro-
gramme has been prepared and
a full attendance is desired.
Similar programmes will be Civ
en- through the year, something
entertaining in American histo-
tory. j-27.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. C. Fensler,
entertain a few friends tc-
morrow evening.
Mrs. Luvina Dayhuff is visit
ing friends in Cal. junction fer
a few days.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1905-01-26
PAY UP.

PAY up.
All those who failed to
Coll and pay their account
after the notice gave til EN-
In December, MUST come
and pay this month WITH.
OUT FAIL as this is the
last notice i will give.
Ed ID. Bradley,
j28 The Clothier.