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The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1906-06-22
CHOATE AS AN INTERPRETER
Humble Candle-Bearer of the Lord,
Baptist, Designated as
"Dip."

Rufus Choate was once trying a
case before Justice Shaw, and one
witness who took the stand was q
minister.
What is your name?" asked
Choate
Ezekiel Lee" answered the wit
ness.
Justice Shaw. not hearing readily
leaned forward and asked Choate
what the witness said.
HE said, your honor, that his
name was Ezekiel Lee" replied
Choate.
What is your occupation?" con
tinued Choate.
Il am hubble candle-bearer of the
Lord" replied the witness.
Justice Shaw bent over the bench
and inquired what the witness had
said. Choate responded, saying thai
the witness had said that he was a
humble candle-bearer of the Lord.
"Of what denomination are your
questioned Choate.
Il am a Baptist" replied Lee.
Again Justice Shaw leaned forward
and asked what the witness had said
and Choate replied: He said, your
honor, that he was a dip candle"
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n 3|EfllSs, 8 R 2eT LINE

as though he were some prize animal
at show. He raises his hand, and
his wonderfully powerful voice rings
across the plaza.
"Silencio!"
All noise Immediately ceases-they
to say to account for his singular ac-
lions.
Dick takes the bull by the horns
he proceeds to invite these good peo-
pie into his confidence, well knowing
that they admire bravery, and will
side with the man who appeals to this
feeling.
He begins by telling them of the
situation, the plot against a brave
young woman, simply because she
chances to have inherited large
share of the Ell Dorado Mine, de-
scribes lightly some of her persecu.
lions to which she has been subject.
ed, and thus gains the goodwill and
sympathy of the crowd in the ad
vance.
His manner is fervid, so that he
carries them by storm. Cries OF
bravo" are heard, showing that the
people are with him. Not a sound
has as yet been heard from Lopez,
the schemer, or any of his lieutenants.
Perhaps they are too amazed at this
peculiarly bold movement of the en-
envy, and hold their place because
they do not know what to say.
Having carried his auditors along
with him thus far, Dick now springs
surprise. He boldly proclaims that
one of the leaders in the miserable
scheme against the welfare of a
young girl is a man whom they have
known and admired in the past by
reason of what they considered his
bravery, but who is now sunk so low
that it is doubtful whether he would
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nerves him for the task to come
under her eyes he will exert himself
as never before.
A victory over Barcelona will carry
with it such popular favor that the
game that has been started on the Al
ameda will be blocked in its inception,
and must at least be transferred to
the Ell Dorado.
Now Barcelona filings himself over
the railing of the stage-his exertions
below have already winded him in
degree, so that he is hardly in con-
dition to face one so much at home
with his hands as Dick has proven
| himself to be.
| In his present frame of mind the
Mexican does not care-he would
rush at one ten times as strong and
agile as Denver. Twice before, OF
late, he has found occasion to regret
meeting the American. but this is all
forgotten in his present heat of pas
| sion.
Dick awaits his coming in what ap-
pears to be rather careless attitude.
Every eye is upon these two figures
thus brought face to face in the pres
ence of the multitude, as champions
of their respective causes.
When Barcelona advances he dou-
bles his fists and makes ready to de-
molish the man who has dared him
to the combat. Perhaps, if he can get
within easy reach, he may do consid-
cradle execution with the terrible
power he controls, but the trouble
will be to get that near with man
so used to keeping on guard.
Up come Dicks hands-his attitude
would delight the eye of champion
in the ring it is so easy, so graceful,
and yet so full of conscious strength.
The Mexican appears to be human
avalanche, hurting itself down the
side of a mountain. Dick is the rock
upon which it will split.
He is no longer inactive-his arm
shoots out and the loud thump is plain
ly heard. A shout arises as the glad
iator of the bull-pen staggers back
from the concussion-he who has
been used to hearing cheers in his
favor now learns what it means to
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1906-06-22

dare to respond to a challenge, and
meet the speaker face to face upon
that platform, without arms, to prove
himself a man capable of defending
himself with the weapons nature gave
him.
Dick knows his man well, and
doubts not the result Of his speech
it lis a consummation devoutly to be
wished, and he has taken the surest
way of accomplishing his end.
Then, with some expression of dis
dain for the man who has sunk so
low, he gives the name of Tordas Bar
celona, creating something of a SEN
sation, for the time was, not long ago,
when the Enclosure devoted to the
batting of ell toro in the City of Mex
leo rang with vivas and braves for
this same athletic bullfghter.
In the midst of the EXPLANATIONS a
roar is heard, not unlike that which
mad bull might emit as he sees the
red muleta dangled in front of his
eyes. This comes from the man who
has been thus publicly challenged by
the gringo horse-tamer. Barcelona
has heard Barcelona is even now
pushing his way forward, hurting peo-
pie right and left in his desire to
reach the stage, and thereby making
enemies. Barcelona is no longer the
cool man who used to stand in front
of the bull and await his chance-he
is even now frothing at the mouth
with fury.
Dick sees him coming, and laughs !;
it is his desire to so enrage the other
that he can manipulate him as he
pleases.
He even makes some remark to the
crowd relative to the bullfighter, and
from the laugh that bubbles forth 1t
is evident that he has the popular
esteem on his side to begin with. Dick
does not pin his faith on this; he has
seen the tickle nature of Spanish and
Mexican crowds before now, and ii
Barcelona can gain even a temporary
advantage over him, these same
threats that now roar forth braves for
the lduhcS Will pOSSlDA9 lCSOuhu Win
cries, 'Muerte los Americanos!"
Now the other reaches the staging
he seizes hold and begins to mount,
just as Dick did before him; seeing
which. that worthy takes off his
lightweight coat. and rolls up the
sleeves of his shirt, knowing what an
effect such little dramatic actions
have at times. and the shouts that
arise prove him correct
The members of the band. as deep
ly interested in this singular game as
any present. move back to make
room. Fortunately the platform is
of a generous size. and will allow the
participants in the unannounced bat
tie free play.
Dick does not cast more than one
glance in the direction OF his friends,
and seeing Pauline with look Of the
deepest concern upon her face. II
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1906-06-22
GOVERNOR OF THE CANAL ZONE

Secretary Taft has instructed Gov. Magoon
that armed interference may be called into play
in suppression of any revolutionary movements
in Panama interfering with progress of work on
the Panama canal 1t is to be hoped for the sake of
avoidance of heated debate as well in the inter-
ests of peace that such interference will not be
necessary.
Gov. Magoon, who is governor Of the canal
zone has had considerable experience in Panama
affairs He previously served as member of the
canal commission and in addition to his duties
as governor represents our country as minister
to Panama.
Gov. Magoon halls from the west. He was
horn in Minnesota, attended the high school at
Owatohna, Mimi, and continued his studies at the
University of Nebraska. In 1882 he was admit
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1906-06-22
Plate Glass Loss 81. 100000,

1t is announced in Pittsburg that as
a result Of the San Francisco disaste:
plate glass manufacturers will desert
the long standing custom Of closing
their factories during the hot months
and operate them at full capacity
through the summer, to fill Pacific
coast orders. It is estimated that plate
glass worth sl,oOo.OOO was destroyed
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1906-06-22
LA BELLE ANARcHIsTB"

At the Museum of the Luxembourg, Paris, may
be seen a bust of one Madame Sorgue-"La Belle
Anarchiste" To-day we find the lady still hold
ing to early radical views, but disappointed
woman, whose outlook on life is pessimistc. And
who that has made experiment after experiment
only to meet failure after failure, would be able
to keep much hold on faith and happy outlook?
Madame Sorgue is not old, but looks upon her
self as old in experience and disappointments. In
glance at her career the American, holding to
the American viewpoint, is tempted to ask is not
the lady somewhat of a poser, her socialism OF
sensational SNOWY order, the kind held up for
public notice-mayhap little like that Of her
English contemporary. the COUNTESS Of Warwick.
Does not going in for socialism give the bit OF
excitement the lady of leisure hungers for. makes
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1906-06-22
different Kinds.

"a man in politics should have lots
Of friends, shouldn't he?"
at depends" answered Senator Sorg-
hum, ION whether they are friends
who want to do something for you or
who want you to do something for
them. Washington Star.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1906-06-22
a OCULAR WOMAN WRITER

Margaret Sangster is household name,
familiar to mother and daughter, affectionately
regarded the country across The regard may be
of a different quality from that felt for Louise
Alcott-whose place perhaps will never be Tiled
but it is sincere and, as we said, general. Her
latest book, Radiant Motherhood" will but add
to the audience and popularity.
For many years Mrs. Sangster has been send
ing forth her words of CHEEKY, sensible counsel
to girls and women, and not whit of the cheeri-
ness and sound good sense has abated with time
At the age of 6S years, in ripe experience and one
of those that keep at day the joy of dawn" Mar
garet Sangster continues in harness, energy and
spirit still youthful.
Margaret Sangster was born in New Rochelle
N Y married at 20. and began contributing to
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1906-06-22

Piteous tales come to our ears of men in the
limelight that shrink from publicity, public
observance of their every move and act There is
moor old John Rockefeller afraid to go to Europe
because he has to 90 by boat-which is so public.
Then there is Senator Aldrich whom the expos
ers' have been after lately with might and main.
Then think of being the daughter of Senator
Aldrich and daughter-in-law of Rockefeler-as is
Mrs John Rockefeller, Jr.
But it is the father who is our theme and
LET us to consideration of the senior senator from
Rhode Island-whom David Graham Phillips
mildly names the organizer of the treason of the
senate That Mr. Adrich is power in the senate
there is no disputing; he is chairman of the chief
.commttee-fnance; he also sits in the powerful
interstate commerce commission.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1906-06-22
1nnovation in oregon

Some palefaces recently from the
east have been putting up fly screen
doors to their houses. The next thing
we know we will be having flies on the
bay.-North Bend Harbor.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1906-06-22

Civilization consists largely In court
ing b. mail and contracting debts. The
happy savages do neither.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1906-06-22
UPTON SINCLAIR, AUTHOR OF THE JUNGLE

There is no more widely-talked-of book to-
day than this recent instance in the Literature
OF exposure" THE Jungle" the book which has
led to government investigation Of conditions in
the Chicago stockyards. And of course people are
basking many questions about the author.
1t seems unnecessary to mention that 1.-THE
Jungle" is not Upton Sincair's first book-one
does not learn to write like that in day. But
it is the first one of his books that has made
tremendous sensation. We have hazy remem-
brance THE Journal of Arthur Stirling received
comment as unusual production, but "The
Jungle" has made everybody start, has amazed.
disgusted, aroused-nterested. Upton Sinclair is
lmoyri, will not soon be forgotten.
lpt9n Sinclair is young and strenuous, we
M y lla.- him with Frank Norris in the DEVOTION
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1906-06-22

Mr. Adch grocery store He stun is IN the gro
of He has always been
actively prominent both in state and national
brought him the oe he rarely
from 1675) he was member OF the
of served It's
general assembly, becomes
house of representatives IN 1910 ne eu " ln
$780, take
II the senate He has the senate 20 years.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1906-06-22

For awhile she associate editor OF
the editorial
gencer She acted pomises for
contributor Christian
1SS999 Mrs
editor Of Harper Bazaar
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1906-06-22

practice of law He was judge advocate
Nebraska find him Washington
officer of the the department of In 1904 he
canal common May 20
the
minister to Panama
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1906-06-22

that has the charm OF novelty anc
position taken most active participation the Lens
Serv dieul problem deal with Her mission
emit Is 10 and lead strikers
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1906-06-22

Of IDEAL Jungle"
egEy acfas travail
reading account 81 worked ogss
)h anI
Youth that daes anu Sus
glae ataina ~ =, ,,-.,,ooo 1o WA.
Uptca Lar 'nl 2 ssts Old s lora ms ern Columbia
Nesgstnd studleu at
tnye d.co tsebaa university TO rack
1ean exalts the real aims at seeing
rather bookishness 10
himself in Packngtown lnolrlOe
esyaeS degradation, find entrance 10
Sly public that counts tourist uu
q killed and n
o
ors that Mr. Sinclair is vice president Oh the
society,
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1906-12-16
RUSHING TROOPS TO
HAWAIIAN ISLANDS
Two Regiments Sent Out to Look
After the Japanese
Trouble.

SAN FRANCISCO. Dec. l5-The Ex-
aminer published the following dispatch
from Honolulu to-day: The officers Of the
transport Thomas have announced that
two regiments are 20 he rushed imme-
d.ately 20 the island in anticipation OF
trouble with the japanese. They abso-
lLtely refuse TO give ont any of the de-
tails bearing on the call for troops or the
reason why the government feel that the
soldiers OF the United States army are
necessary IA the island which are at this
time Overrun by the little Brown men.
lt is understood that the Mikado was OK
tremely anxious TO secure possession OF
the Island Of Lanai, which is private
property.
This island is fifty miles from Homo
lulu and could be used as an excellent
naval base against the United States by
amy foreign power IL has two splendid
larbors OF sufficient depth 20 accommo-
date a large feet OF war vessels Last
night Attorney George g. Gear secured
an injunction against Governor Carter
and Land Commissioner Pratt TO pre-
vent their selling the Islands 10 syndi-
cate.
IL is understood that the syndicate rep
resents the Japanese government or peo-
lie who ultimately expect 20 dispose o.
the island 10 Japan
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1906-12-16
PRIZE-FlGHTER DEAD;
A WOMAN IN THE CASE

GREENWICH. CONN. December 10
An investigation is being made to-day into
the death Of Joseph n Neil. A former
prlze-fighter. which occurred last night
in q local hotel Neil and a woman.
ks.own as his wife. went to the hotel
and were assigned TO q room. About
ten minutes later the woman asked the
clerk 70 send for a doctor. saying that
Nell was ill., Dr. J. O. Thompson. who
was summoned. found Neil dead with
black mark under his right eye The
woman also had a black eye. but made
no explanation as to how Neil met his
death. She said she wanted to go 10
New York to see her mother. and she
was allowed 20 do so. taking "A late train
FOR that city. Medical Examiner Jones
viewed the body. and on his recommenda-
ton an investigation into the death was
begun to-day. Nell lived here and owned
considerable property.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1906-12-16
TIE MILITARY MEN
MUST MAKE REPORT
Details of Marches, Drills and
Target Practice to Adjutant-
Generals Office.

Adjutant-General Anderson has mailed
70 The commanders Of ell the military
companies in the state a circular letter.
dated yesterday. which reads as follows:
L. order 10 enable this Office 10 make
annual report OF the numbers of drills,
TARGET practices. field instructions and in
spcctions had by your command during
this year. and the annual report OF target
firing and classification OF the MEM
ters of your command for the past sea
son. required by the War Department.
for the year ending December 81. 1895.
81 VIII be necessary for you TO submit
report of these on the enclosed blanks.
Particular attention is called ID the
notes on the back OF blanks for report
Of drills, etc, and under the heading
N lumber Of Practice Marches the num-
Der OF days should be given. and il the
number OF days are not consecutive. a
note 10 that effect should be made IN
the column for remarks (see first note on
forml. Also, under heading Average
strength Present the average per cent.
should be given and not number. so that
It may be shown whether two-thlrds Of
your command participated.
II IS directed that these reports be
prepared by you and forwarded to this
office immediately after the close Of the
year.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1906-12-16
SWEDISH ROYAL PARTY
RECEIVED BY EMPEROR

BERLIN. Dec liking Haaxon. Queen
Maud and Crown Prince Olaf OF Norway
arrived at Potsdam this morning from
England and were received at the station
ny Emperor william. the empress. the
crown prince and crown princess. the
other sons Of the emperor. Princess Vic
toria and a large number of military and
naval officers and COurtiers As the spe-
ciai train drew up az the platform the
emperor advanced and warmly welcomed
King Haakon. kissing him on both checks
The emperor then kissed the hand OF
Queen Maud and both the emperor and
empress kissed Prince Olaf.
The imperial and royal parties will at
tend church service no Potsdam together
Sunday morning
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1906-12-16
ADMIRAL DUBASSOFF
Is SLIGHTLY WOUNDED

ST. PETERSBURG. Dec 15.-Another
attempt on the life OF Admiral Dubassoff.
ex-governor general OF Moscow. was
made this afternoon, but he escaped
with slight Injuries Dubasson was
driving at I =. NJ IN Serglyevskava
street on his way 20 the Taurida palace.
when two men hurled a bomb az his car
rage. 1t exploded with great force, but
only slightly wounded the admiral. The
would-be assassins We're arrested
DOubassoh had remarkable escape.
The terrorists made a very determined at
tack upon him. one man approached the
admiral and fired several shots at him
with a revolver. but missed. The terror
lists then threw a bomb az DoubassoT
which exploded and wounded the admiral
In the leg 4 hystander seized the adj
mirais assailant. whereupon a second
terrorist appeared and went through
exactly the same performance. The sec
ond bomb thrown, however. did NOT cx-
plode. and Doubassof. although injured
closed with the terrorist and held him
until he was taken into custody.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1906-12-16
COL. HARDWOOD TO SPEAK.
VIII Welcome Delegates to the
T. p. A. Convention

The program FOR the opening exercises
Of the National Travellers Protective AS
ISOLATION Convention, to be held AT the
ia inest0wn Exposition next year. has
been completed. and announced by the
committee.
Governor Swanson viii make the ad-
dress Of welcome on the part OF the
State. Mayor Riddick will follow on be
haif Of Norfolk and the exposition. and
Colonel John S. Harwood will follow.
representing the two thousand T. =. AS
10 Virginia. National President Thad
p Howe. Of Chicago, will respond for
the convention. and then the body will
proceed TO business. The convention will
open on June nth, and st promises TO be
the largest and most successful ever held
All the T. p As seem deeply interest
ell in making the meeting success, and
are working hard on this line
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1906-12-16
URGING EXHIBIT
At EXPOSITION
Mr. Whitehead, Special Commits
sioner, Meeting With Success
in Fredericksburg.
So b 10 Tlmes-p.sratch- l

FRED VA. December
15.-Mr John Whitehead special commits
sioner for Virginia. jamestown Exposi-
ton, who has been here comforting with
manufacturers and business men with
reference to an exhibit from Fredericks-
burg at the exposition was highly en-
couraged, and secured applications from
a number Of manufacturers who will
make exhibits. Finding a greater variety
OF Industrial plants here than he sun
posed, - was unable 10 complete his
work. and will return shortly after the
holidays
Masonic Lodge No g. Washington's
mother lodge Of this city. last night
elected the following officers: DR.. J. p
Stin, W. M; Q. r. Howard 3 w: J y
Undertake. J. w. H. H. Johnston.
treasurer; s =. Quinn. secretary
Captain George W. Hoskins who has
been connected with Richmond Freder-
icksburs and Potomac Railroad for twen-
ty-four years. as sectionmaster. has retir-
ed for the winter months on account OF
his health.
In addition TO the many carloads Of
hay which are brought into this section
from the West. wheat from the same
part OF the country Is now being brought
here. The Bridgewater Milling Company.
OF this city. received two carloads Of
1000 bushels this week
The stockholders OF the Rappahannock
Valley Agricultural and Mechanical So
cety will meet here next Wednesday 10
elect officers for the year 1907
The work OF improving Washington
Avenue the pretty residential section OF
this city. by laying granolithic sidewalks.
cement curbing and building a macada-
mized roadbed IS progressing rapidly
Messrs. Mcdonnell and Musselman, Of
this city. are the contractors AR +. T.
y Myers, OF Richmond. is the engineer in
charge.
William Thornton Mason. who died sud
denly here this week. left lie insurance
daughter OF his brother. w. Roy Mason,
Of New York.
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brought into port by the Monterey. The
accident occurred when the Monterey
hNund In from Mexico and Havana. was
about 70 take a pilot on board. Through
a misunderstanding the steamer struck
the pilot boat cutting her nearly in
halves and sending her to the bottom
within three minutes. Pilot Mccarthy
and two OF the pilot boats crew were
thrown overheard by the shock OF the
collision and the other men who were
asleep below were aroused and tunbled
on deck I'm time TO take TO the boats
before the Hermit went down. McCarth..
and the other two men who were thrown
overheard were rescued.