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The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
SENSATION
CAUSED BY
DISCLOSURE

London, Oct. i2.-Todays proceedings
In the case OF Hugh watt the former
member OF parliament, who is charged
with attempting to brtbe private detec-
tive named Marshall 10 assist him I'm mur-
dering Watts former wife, were marked
by the sensational withdrawal by the
cattleman. Norman Battle. OF the evidence
which he gave Sept %. on which occasion
ne alleged that he overheard a converse
tion between Marshall and another man
I'm which Marshall was threatened.
Battle today said his real name was
Lghtfoot and that Watt. who was accom-
panied by a man describing himself as
an equerry 10 King Edward. met the wit
ness I'm Hyde Park, Aug. "a and inform
ed the witness that the king wished the
case withdrawn At Watts dictation Bat
tie COR LightfooO wrote letter 10 Watts
lawyer saying he could clear Watt The
lawyer also dictated the evidence which
the witness gave Sept. % Battle added
that he had received about 500 from Watt
and the equerry. was advised TO go to
Canada and was promised $4,000 and a
government position for life.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
MYSTERY
IN N0RTHEY
MURDER

South Windsor. Me, oct. l2.-The mys-
terry surrounding the death OF Charles ID.
Northey. Jr.. % whiteheld. who was IA
tally shot At the home Of Edwin j. Coop
er here Tuesday, presented no new feat
ures today. Theories were freely ad-
vanced by the townspeople. but thor
ough investigation by the police resulted
In no arrest
Several persons are under surveillance,
but sufficient evidence is lacking 10 war
rant an arrest.
Coroner Plummer said that an inquest
would probably not be held until the first
OF next week
story told by Mrs. Cooper TO the cor
oner was as follows:
II met Charles Northey at prayer meet
ing Sunday night and made an appoint
ment for him 10 call at my house Tues
day. Meanwhile, becoming alarmed for
my own safety, ] went 10 Augusta and
purchased n revolver. Tuesday at 1890
o'clock a near as can remember North
ey came TO my house on his bicycle. l
suppose he saw the pistol as | had only
that morning made a pocket I'm my outer
skirt 10 carry II. The next thing that l
remember was seeing the revolver. That
is all | do remember"
When asked how she accounted for the
shots i'm the door of the kitchen, she said
she did not understand them, unless
Northey had shot at her.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12

WOULD NOT
DECLINE

When do you begin your advertising
Mr. Mayor" asked an italian Journalist
OF Acting Mayor Reynolds this morning.
TO what advertising do you refer?"
was the astonished querey OF the city ex-
ecutive.
why. of your candidacy for the mayor
atty" said the enterprising man OF bust
ness. And we want your ad"
When the acting mayor got over his
amazement he explained TO the publicity
promoter that he was not aware that he
was a candidate and that he never had
spent any money for elections vet and
did not propose to begin now
Later. when a News man inquired ~
the mayor would decline TO serve II he
was rendered the nomination as mayor.
Mr. Reynolds replied that he would not
III IL came In the way his other nomina-
tions had always come.
How Is that?" asked the reporter
We'll, without solicitation on my part"
was the reply Of the acting mayor
The sentiments OF the acting MAYOR on
this subject are OF great interest at this
time, because a lot OF his well-wishers
are already speaking Of him as the logi-
cal candidate. as he is the present occu-
pant OF the office and is conceded an ear
nest and thoughtful worker for the inter
ests OF the city.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
ANNUAL SESSION OF
ORDER OF EASTERN STAR

Yesterday the tenth annual session OF
the grand chapter OF Rhode Island order
Of the Eastern Star was held i'm Free
Masons hall on Dorrance street. The
session was opened at 10 o'clock by
Grand Matron Mrs. Alice NJ. Arnold OF
Woonsocket and the welcome OF the
chapter was extended by Worthy Matron
Mrs. Harriet w. Wilmarth.
The annual address of the grand matron
and Of the grand patron Edward h.
Smith OF Queen Esther chapter. Paw
tucket were offered. after which the
annual reports OF the grand secretary. S.
Penrose Williams OF this city. and the
grand treasurer, Mrs Jennie r. Greene
Of Providence chapter. were received.
The election Of officers was then pro-
ceeded with. resulting as follows: Grand
matron. Mrs. Isabella H. Sanborn OF
Newport; grand patron. John =. Sanborn
Of Newport; associate grand matron, Mrs.
Charlotte Rice OF Providence; associate
grand patron. John c. Davis OF Provi-
dence: grand secretary. s. Penrose VIII
liams Of Providence: grand treasurer, Mrs.
Jennie r. Greene Of Providence; grand
condustress. Mrs. Anna n. =. Case Of
Wakeheldi associate grand conductress.
Mrs Mary II. Tilinghast OF Phenix:
grand adah, Mrs. Mabel F. @. Tobie OF
Pawtucket: grand ruth. Myra Ray OF
East Providence: grand esther Mrs. Har-
ret w. Wilmarth Of Providence; grand
martha. Mrs. Helen NJ. Greene OF Woon-
socekt. grand electa. Frances Carpenter
Of Phenix; grand warder. Mrs. Sarah
IArkin OF Wakefield; grand sentinel,
Herman Reed Of Phenix: grand chaplain,
Mrs. Hannah +. Aldrch Of Woonsocket: F.:
grand organist, Miss Fannie r. Freeman
OF Pawtucket; grand marshal. Mrs. Belle
NJ Russell of Newport.
The newly elected officers were in
stalled by the retiring grand matron, Mrs.
Alice NJ Arnold. who was then presented
a past grand matron's jewel by the newly
installed grand matron. Mrs. Isabelle II.
Sanborn.
A letter was read afterward from Most
Worthy Grand Matron Madeline r. Conk
lin, Of Oklahoma City. o.. who was un
able 10 be present on account Of other
duties.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
BARGES DRAGGED ANCHORS
AND C0LLIDED WITH BRIDGE

During the gale that ragged this morn
ing with peculiarly damaging effect
over the harbor OF this city and the bay
left its impress upon the minds OF all
the seagoing people with vessels riding
at anchor here
Especially vivid will he the memories
OF the crews OF the bargcs ". +. Hallet
and ~. r.. Heath and the barge Terrible
since during the gale these vessels
dragged their anchors and during the
course OF the storm colided with the
crib OF the south end OF the Point street
bridge
The first two named OF the barges had
discharged their cargoes OF coal and were
light awaiting the arrival OF the tugs
which will take them back TO their home
ports 20 be reloaded. The barge Terrible
was one OF those awaiting an opportunity
for dischargeing and carried about 800
tons OF coal.
During the heaviest portion OF the gale
these vessels which were anchored off
the city dock I'm mid stream and near the
Providence Line dock. dragged their an
chors and drifted clear up to the bridge.
The crews were all on board them and
asleep until the collision which threw
them out Of their berths.
when the shock came they ran on deck
and began to cry for aid. Night Super
intendent =. I Baxter ran down 20 the
end OF the bridge and aided them 20
make fast. with the assistance OF James
McAvoy the night engineer. When that
was done Tug Gaspee was signalled and
the barges were taken back 90 their sta
tions and again moored. Soon after that
the gale abatcd The bridge was not
ar mr gcd 20 Ahy great extent
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
LEFEBVRE SUES FOR $4,000
FOR DEATH OF DAUGHTER

The crushing 10 death OF little Eva M.
Lefebvre by an ice cart on Huntington
avenue on the Goth OF July is recalled
by suit that has been entered in the su-
perior court. oswald Lefebvre, the child's
father has sued the owners OF the cart,
the Pocasset Ice Company, TO recover
5000 damages.
II is averred IN the plaintiffs declara-
tion that the defendant corporation. re-
gardless OF its duty. not to interfere with
persons who might he upon the highway.
so negligently and carelessly managed one
Of its carts that the rear part, with great
force and violence, struck against the
head or body OF plaintiffs child. Eva. and
80 severely injured her that she died.
Barney q Lee are counsel for the plain
tiff Coroner Lincoln held the men In
charge OF the cart bameless
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
THE FIELD - OF LABOR

two new candidates were ready for the
action OF the body and at the next meet
ing there would be ten OF them from the
j. b. Barnaby company TO be made mem
bers
The report was received and the men
initiated.
A committee OF FIVE was chosen To pre-
pare for the entertainment feature. which
will be n part Of the work Of the meet
ings during the winter. This committee
was made to consist OF Il. ONeill - w.
Davis, c. Nathans. j. w. Walton and j.
Farrell
1t will be the duty OF tho committee
TO provide entertainments from time to
time at stated Intervals.
II was decided 10 secure permanent
quarters for the winter and n COMMITTEES
was appointed for the purpose consist
ing OF Messrs. Edwards and Walton. II
is thought that ahe old quarters OF the
union at Weybosset street will be OBJ
tanned.
The union is now In fourishing con
dition and IL In stated that after the
elections in Decepber the body Will grow
again and be stronger than ever. The
organization il being formed under
different plan and when tho process Is
completed IL will be one OF the best I'm
the city.
Ex-President James Ridge was present
and told the members OF the success he
was having in his new venture. He stated
that his friends were showing a very loyal
spirit and were visiting him regularly and
all their efforts were greatly appreciated
by him.
STEAM FILTERS SHORT MEETING.
There was but short meeting OF the
Steam Filters union last evening and
for the greater part Of the time only
routine matters occupied the time. The
reports OF the committees and the dele
gates furnished the greatest interest of
anything presented and when they were
received the remainder of the time was
devoted to general business. followed by
adjournment.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
GOV. WRIGHT
WILL BE
DISPLACED

Washington. oct. by reason OF what
appears 10 he dissatisfaction with the
situation in the Philippines. Luke f.
Wright governor general OF the Philip
pines and president OF the Philippine COM
mission, will retire from that position
about Dec. /. Governor Wright is expect
ed to arrive in the United State during
that month and is entitled to six months
leave OF absence prior TO the formal re-
linqushment Of his labors as governor
general
II Is understood that he expected to re-
turn to Nashville. Tenn. to resume the
practice Of law. President Roosevelt and
Secretary Taft, II is said, have decided
upon the successor OF Gen. Wright, but no
intimation has been permitted TO become
public as 10 his identity 1t can be
stated reasonably definitely that Gen.
Wrights successor will not be a man
now connected with the commission.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12

LARGELY
ATTENDED

The funeral Of henry IT. Sheldon. one
of the most prominent real estate men In
the state. who died on Tuesday was held
from his residence at Park Heights, Paw
tucket. this afternoon, with a large at
tendance OF city officials, and friends Of
the deceased
The service was conducted by Rev.
Frank Rector ID. D.. pastor OF the First
Baptist church OF this city. OF which soci-
ETY. Mr.. Sheldon was prominent mem
ber, and Rev. George Buen, -. D., OF
New London. n. H., former pastor.
The bearers officiating were Bella +.
Clapp. Daniel w. Bullock, and Hiram $.
Johnson, deacons OF the First Baptist
church. and Benjamin +. Smith. William
+. Dempsey. and George r. Webb, init
mate friends OF Mr.. Sheldon. The inter-
ment was at Swan Point cemetery.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
GRAND TRUNK SHAREH0l lDERS
HOLD MEETING AT LONDON

London. oct. 12.-At the semi annual
meeting OF the shareholders Of the Grand
Trunk railway at Canada today. the re-
port OF the board OF directors was unani-
mously adopted. The president. Sir
Charles Rivers Wilson, spoke most en-
couragingly OF the prospects. particularly
in respect TO the Pacific extension OF the
Grand Trunk
He said he had the assurance OF the
Canadian government that they would
begin work on the eastern division inn
mediately and complete the section from
Winnipeg westward 10 the junction with
the Fort William branch simultane ously
with the completion OF that branch.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
CASES DISPOSED Of IN
JUDGE STEARNS' COURT

There were n number of cases disposed
OF in Judge Stearns court today.
months I'm Jail on pleading guilty to an
indictment charging assault and battery
Peter Hilbert. indicted with his wife
Mabel for maintaining nuisance. was
placed on probation. Mabel was sentenced
10 pay n fine OF 500 and costs and 10 30
days I'm jail She ran the place
Philip Smith used beer glass on
chum I'm a north end saloon He was In
dictcd for an assault with dangerous
weapon 10 was his FIRST offence and
sentence was deferred on his paying costs
and behaving himself
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
SEARCHED SHIP FOR THE
FUGITIVE CUNllFFE

Boston, oct. 12.-The White Star line
steamship Cymrlc was held for half an
hour after her scheduled time OF sailing
today for Liverpool in order that detec-
tves might make search OF the vessel
In the hope OF finding on board Edward
George Cunliffe OF Pittsburg. Pa, who
IL wanted In connection with tho disap-
pearance OF s1O1.eo from the Pttsburg
office of the Adams Express company.
Private detectives and employers OF the
express company boarded the steamer,
while two local police officers were sta
TONED near the gang plank. The search.
however. was without result. and the
Cymric proceeded
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12

The change OF venue was denied yes
terday and trial Of the case was set for
today before Justice Davy in the criminal
branch of the supreme court
Early this morning Mathews received
q special delivery letter. After reading
81 his housekeeper heard him go to a
bathroom and open window. a few
seconds later he jumped TO his death. A
doctor was hurriedly summoned, but
could do nothing. Mr.. Mathews died In
a few minutes.
Armitage Mathews was indicted last
May on charges OF conspiracy and grand
larceny. growing out OF the looting OF the
weissel estate. Of which David Roths-
child. wrecker OF the Federal bank, was
administrator.
The district attorney intended 10 try
Mathews first on the conspiracy indict-
nent and follow with the larceny charge.
whether he was convicted on the first
count or not.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
DUNBAR WON BRIDE
DESPITE PARENTAL OPPOSITION

There is considerable speculation among
actor folk as to just what Mrs. Myers Of
Boston Is going to do about the marriage
OF her daughter, Miss Mary Helena Sharp
steen, to Enrol Dunbar, the actor, which
occurred I'm New York last Sunday.
The speculation arises from the fact
that what took place in the Little Church
Around the Corner, under the offices OF
the Rev DR. George c. Houghton. was
the very thing the young lady's parent
had sternly prevented for n whole year.
The most interesting feature Of the
affair is that the couple were married
with Mrs Myers a guest at the Waldorf
Astoria Miss Sharpsteen is wealthy and
had ever since she saw the actor, been
anxious 10 make him share her fortune
The beginning OF the romance was
about year ago in Boston. where Miss
Sharpsteen lives a part OF tho year. hav-
ing residence at 142 Beacon street Dun
bar was at that time tn leading man in a
company that gave amusement at a Bas-
ton theatre.
one night Miss Sharpsteen sat In n box
while Dunbar held tho stage. and IL is
said that upon that very occasion each OF
them beheld the other with eyes Of devo-
tlon.
IL is also reported that every night
tneIfalttT saw lue NouHs "ouldH an &c
cupant OF that self-same box, until the
day came when the companys engage
ment In Boston ended.
Miss Sharpsteen is 26 years old. Her
father was the late David Sherpsteen. a
member OF the Paris branch Of big dry
goods firm She received at his death an
annual income Of $1,000 and will proba-
bly, inherit several millions from her
mother II the latter relents.
Mr.. Dunbar Is az the Empire in "Sher-
lock Holmes" this week
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
TELEPHONE co. DEFENDANT
IN $4,000 DAMAGE SUIT

Ruth NJ Wilkinson has through her
next friend, Ernest Wilkinson brought
suit against the Providence Telephone
company 10 recover $500 damages. Ruth
was on the 10th day OF last March walk
Ing along Kenyon street in this city when
she was hit 10y heavy wrench used I'm
making repairs on some telephone wires
The wrench was moved by mechani-
cal Contrivance and In her declaration
filed I'M the superior court plaintiff SAYS
that the defendant was bound TO so con-
duct tho work Of making repairs as not
TO infliCt damage on persons that might
be- lawfully upon the highway.
George 4. Littleficld Is attorney for
the plaintiff.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
HAROLD
WHITLEY
DROWNED

Harold Whitley. Q years old, son Of
Mrs Edith Whitley, a widow. residing
in the rear OF 81 Marion street. W.
drowned in Benedict pond at IL o'clock
this morning.
In company with several boys OF his
own age Harold went TO the endge OF the
pond to play.
He discovered a wide plank upon which
he stood as he padded. intending 10 sail
across the pond.
He lost his balance. fell into the water
and sank I'm a few minutes.
His companions gave an alarm and
Capt Merrill with Patromen Bush and
Foy went out TO the pond
Bush. using a pole. found and recovered
the body. life being completely extinct.
Medical Examiner Pegram was called.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
PETITION OF TRUSTEES
GRANTED BY THE COURT

4 decree was entered In tho Superior
court today granting tho petition ~ tho
trustees OF the Fourth Baptist church
of this city for leave 10 sell ii6 shares
~ stock OF the National Exchange bank
az not less than tiS share The trus-
tees voted on oct. 2. 20 sell for tlf250 n
share. but leave of court was necessary.
n r. claimed that the money invested
IN tho shares will give n larger income
elsewhere Judson Davis. president of the
directors. is authorized 90 make the sale.
James A. Williams represented the petit
tionerA
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
MARINE REGISTER

Tomorrow the sun rises at $50 n. m. and
sets az SOS p. m. High tides at 78 a.
m and 7.& n m
The following vessels arrived IN port tho
past "a hours:
Steamer Plymouth. Appieby New York
Steamer shinnecock. Oleeiler. New
York.
Schooner Helen w Martin. Norfolk. Sit
tons OF coal for the railroad
Schooner Evellne Hinckley, Brunswick.
with lumber.
Tug G. n Stanford with bsrges whirl-
wind, with coal for Doe A. Little.
L. s. cruiser Aileen
SAILED.
Schooner q. n. Brown
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
$10,500
AWARDED
FOR A LIFE

The jury that heard the testimony in
the case Of William Hardacre admin
istrator. against the Sayles bleacheries
this afternoon. awarded plaintiff. who
sued To recover damages for the death
OF James Allen. a verdict for $4,000. Mr..
Allen was killed at Saylesville Dec Sth.
1903 when some steam pipes burst
The money should the verdict stand,
will go 10 his widow and two children.
Another man was killed at the same
time.
John w Hogan was counsel for the
administrator.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
LADY ISABEL WILSON DEAD

London. oct. 12-Iady Isabel Wilson.
sister of the Duke of Roxburghe (who
married Miss May GoeleD. died today at
warter Priory. Yorkshire She was mar
ried IN 1904 10 Guy Greville Wilson. for
morly of the Eleventh Hussars.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
HELD FOR FEDERAL GRAND
JURY ON CHARGE Of BRIBERY

Boston. oct i2.-Timothy J. Swift. as
sistent custodian Of the federal building
in this city. was today held for the action
~ the United States Srand jury on the
charge ~ accepting bribe
United States Commissioner Hale fixed
bonds AZ $500. which were furnished. II
Is believed that Swift. In his capacity as
assistant custodian. gave out advance in
formation In connection with the letting
~ contracts for supplies
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
DOVER BUSINESS MAN
ENDS LIFE WITH REV0L YER

Dover, y. IL. oct. 12.-Frank A. Sherry.
a well-known local business man, shot
himself in the head with revolver early
today. dying almost instantly.
No cause for the act IL known He was
43 years old and leaves a widow and FIVE
children.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
VERDICT FOR PLAINTIFF

The jury in the case of Antonio nj Ste
fano against Rhode Island company
brought IN verdict In Presiding Justice
sveetland's court this afternoon IN favor
Of the plaintiff for tlS. John I. Devlin
was counsel for plaintiff.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
FORMER SPEAKER HENDERSON
IS VERY NEAR DEATH

Dubuque. In. oct. 12.-There is very
little change in the condition of ex-
Speaker David n. Henderson. although
his death may come at any time.
Members Of his family are constantly
at his bedside I'm his quarters at the
Hotel Julien.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
GIVEN TO JURY

The sNno suit brought ny David Korn
against Abraham Richmond 20 recover
for assault and battery was given 10
jury In Presiding Justice sweetland
court this afternoon. Defendant denied
the charge.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
ON TRIAL BEFORE JUDGE
STeARNS FOR ASSAUlT 7

Henri Rossi when arraigned before
Judge Stearns this morning insisted on a
former plea ~ not guilty 10 an indict-
mert charging assault and his trial was
begun lie is accused OF striking a. Del
Dimin in the latters saloon with a kniie.
There was no cutting.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
ENDS HIS LIFE TO
AVOID A TRIAL

$500 ese'ae
York the indictments charging
rauduenty wssei estate Aitase
Mathews lawyer secretary Republican
window HIS apartment to stone
3
He time
young rapidly both the practice
politics Hc friend former Gov Black and
his rodbe acting e
change OF
venue 'front.' county for which he applied
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
The Cotton Market.

Reported for The News over the pri-
vate wire of EDWARD p. SHELDON
& CO. Bankers and Brokers, Room 234.
Banigan building.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12

TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY
Take LAXATIVE BRoMo ouinine Tab
lets Druggists refund money n Il fails
TO cure e. w. Groves signature 10 on
each box. sc.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
MARKET
REPORTS.
Tho New York Stock Market.

Reported for The News over the pri-
vate wire OF EDWARD r. SHELDON
&CO.. Bankers and Brokers, Room 234,
Banigan building.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12

FURNISHED ROOMS FOR LIGHT
housekeepings. IS South street. oi,-7w
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12

The following unions will hold sessions
tonight:
Building Trades council, Labor temple.
Cracker bakers, Labor temple
Hebrew carpenters, Labor temple.
Sheet metal workers. Labor temple.
Railway clerks. Westminster street.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-10-12
RETAIL CLERKS MEET.

The meeting Of the Retail Clerks last
evening was very interesting. with a large
number of the members on hand Owing
20 the absence ~ the president and the
vice president. exPresident O NELL oc-
cupied the chair
The membership committee stated that
The Ordway new era., 1905-11-17

Articles Of incorporation of the
Ordway Hardware and Furniture Com
pany were filed with the county clerk
on Thursday of last week. The in
corporators are A. =. Corbiu. w. S.
Stecu, A. ID. Beat, John Johnson and
w. H. Craine. The capital stock ID
ELS 900, divided into $50 shares of the
par value of 500 each. At the meet
ing of the incorporators held here Sat
urday night the following officers
were elected: President. A. B. Cor
bin Secretary aud Treasurer, Wal
ter 8. Steen; manager, William IL.
Craine.