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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
ROOT WILL BE BUSY Wa| Discuss the PsIagis Scaling Question Upon His Retlrn to
 This County
SEALS ARE BEING KILLED OFF

l Washington, Sept 24.-One of the
 important questions which Secretary
 Root will take up for consideration
 soon after his return from South
 America, relates to the pending ne
 gotiations for the stopping of pelagic
 sealing For the first time since the negotiations to that end were insti- l tuted several years ago, there is a prospect now of an end being put to
 what amounts practically to wan
 ton destruction of seal life. A real-
 ization has been reached by the na- tions and individuals interested in
 the seal herd that If pelagic sealing
 is not stopped the herd will be exter- minated in brief time.
 Prior to his departure for South America, Secretary Root had the
 question up for consideration with the diplomatic officials of Great Brit ain and Canada. In order to gain certain direct and positive informa- tion concerning the seal rookeries on the Pribilof Islands and the opera tions of the North American Com mercial Co. which has the exclusive privilege of taking seals on the islands for their skins, Edwin Sims, then solicitor of the department of commerce and labor, was sent to the Pribilof Islands to make an investi- gation, and his report is, now at Washington. though it's nature is not known. The seal herd, 1t is now known, numbers about 220 0,000, hav- ing been reduced to that number from 100000 only a comparatively few years ago. The diminution in the herd is due largely to pelagic sealing, that is, the shooting of the seals in the open ocean as they travel north ward to the Pribilof Islands in the spring, and southward from the islands in the autumn. Pelagic seal CTS kill seals indiscriminately. It is said that the killing of female prac- tically destroys three lives, that of the mother seal, that of her unborn pup and that of the pup in the rock cries, which is unable to care for itself.
 The North American Commercial Co is permitted by the United States to take 15,000 seals each year on the Pribilof Islands under certain iron clad restrictions which have rem dered 1t impossible for the company to take the maximum quota of seals for several years.
 The negotiations instituted by the state department look to the stopping absolutely of pelagic sealing. Cana da has hesitated to enter into such an agreement because the Canadians were the owners of a large fleet of peagfcs sealing vessels. but the state department officials believe now that an agreement shortly will be reached by which Canada will retire from the l pelagic sealing business. If such an agreement be effected, Japan also will probably agree to cease pelagic | sealing.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
SALOONS ARE CLOSED
And the State Militia k Preserving Order at Atlanta Assisted By the
 Local Police
STREET CARS SHOT AT

Atlanta, Ga, Sept 24.-With six teen companies of infantry, one bat tery of light artillery, and one squad ron of cavalry, under Colonel Clifford Anderson of the Georgia state mil itia, and the entire city police force still guarding the city, Atlanta early this morning is comparatively quiet. The negro trouble, while breaking out in several sections during last night, is now almost entirely abated.
 By order of the mayor. saloons have been closed until luther notice, and many business places, such as restaurants and all night drug stores were closed early in the evening.
 In the early part of the night there were several cases where street cars were shot at from ambush and a few motormen and conductors refused to continue on the cars. For this req son the Randolph, Walker, Magnolia and Auburn avenue lines service was discontinued several hours before the usual time.
 About 10 o'lcock negro pur- sued by a crowd of abotu fifty per sons ran into the Marion hotel, where he was shot and it is thought fatally injured.
 The number of killed all told is still placed at ten. but there is no way of finding out the definite num- Der, as the negroes friends carried the dead away in many cases.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
DENTISTS OFFICES ENTERED.
Dr Mcdonald and Dr Erbe Are Losers
 On Account of Thieves.

Some clever crook certainly has the
 Indian sign on the police and detec-
 tives of this city and has them on the
 anxious seat because of the number of offices that of late he has entered Yesterday the burglar and his pal, for undoubtedly he has one, entered the offices of couple of dentists and tried to get into others, but had poor success.
 Dr. J. J. Mcdonald, who is located in Apothecaries hall building, suf- fered most heavily, his loss amount ing to $60, while that of Dr F.. J. Erbe who has his office in the Jones, Morgan building, was out about $25 worth of gold because of the visit of the thief. An effort was made to enter Dr w. O. Beecher's place also in the Apothecaries hall, but it proved unsuccessful.
 Entrance was made in both places by picking the locks and the work was done during the night as Dr Mc- Donald was at his office last even- ing at o'clock and everything was as it should be.
 Dr McDonald is pretty sure that he could tell the crook if he saw him again as he is of the opinion that 1t was the doings of a clever looking fellow who entered his office yester- day afternoon about 5 o'clock to have tooth extracted. He wanted it done immediately. stated the dentist, but told him to wait while as was attending to other work. He sat down, surveyed the rooms very care- fully, but finally decided to go ere I had pulled the tooth. am confi- dent that he was the fellow and could easily recognize him if should again meet him." The doctors cabi- net on which there was secret lock was picked in very skillful manner and some bridge work was taken which the dentist would like to get back. He offers to give the crook ten dollars more than the amount of gold in the finished work taken if the articles are sent back and no ques- tions will be asked.
 Dr Erbe considers himself very lucky as large amount of platinum which was in his laboratory was un- touched. There were few scraps of gold also left to him by the light fin- gered fellow but almost all his gold was in his safe to which the thief made no effort to enter. This makes the third time that the office of Dr Erbe has been entered.
 On the two proceeding occasions, the doctor lost large amount of ma terial and his loss was very heavy. About year ago the office of Dr Beecher was entered, and profiting by his experience the dentist had his door fixed in such a manner, that the crooks yesterday could not penetrate the lock. The dentists of this city seem to be fat picking for the fellows who are at times seized with cramps and many of them have al- ready suffered at the hands of thieves
 When the ones that are doing these breaking in stunts gre so bold right under the eyes of the police. it Is no wonder that the residents and in the outlying districts have cause for alarm.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
CITY NEWS

Mrs l.. M. Hall announces her fall millinery opening for Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
 Prof John l.. Bonn. who recently returned from two years course of music with some of the best masters in Europe, will resume teaching at his residence. PIG Hillside avenue. to- morrow. Mrs Bonn will also take up her voice culture class.
 Judge Peasley was to hear the case of the International Text Book Co of Scranton. Pa. against Jeremiah W. Scully in the city court this after noon. The book company sued for about $40 for books and instruction given the defendant. The instruc- ton was said to be in window dress ing. After time he got tired of the study. it is claimed. and declined to pursue the course he had contracted for with the plaintiff. The case was put over to Thursday to accommodate the plaintiff.
 The insurgents in Cuba don't show much signs of quitting. not if one can believe what is now rumored about town. Several persons have been approached during the past week ty man representing himself as an agent of the insurgents sent Into the United States to look up re- cruits. He offers men S4-J0 a day and fare to and from Cuba. This k a serious offense and fin case sucil a person is here he will be apt to fall into the hands of a United States marshall
 Mrs Catherine Bonnard. through Attorney Hayes. to-day brought suit for divorce from her recreant hus- band. John Bonnard. alias Thomas Hughes The Bonnards did not live long together. They were married on January last. Bonnard giving the name of Hughes Immediately the fellow started in to m use his wife. for the complaint in the case says that on the very day of their marriage the groom struck the bride Mrs Bonnzrd requests her maiden name be restored to her Her husband is supposed to be living in York stats.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
HEROES Of THE
 CIVIL WAR MEET Notable Gathering of Patriots Who Have Been Awarded Medals By
 Congress CONNECTICUT HAS HER SHARE Acts of Bravery Which the United States Deemed Worthy of
 Recognition

Winsted. Sept 24.-One of the most notable gatherings of men seen in Connecticut in q long time, men who have been officially recognized by con gross for acts of great heroism during the civil war, the Spanish war and at other times, assembled here to-day for the opening meeting of the 17th annual convention of the Medal of Honor Legion of the United States, over one hundred members attending from all parts of the country. The members of this legion who are resi- dents of Connecticut are Major George E. Albee of New Haven, Colonel John Calvin Curtiss of Bridgeport; Colonel Samuel B. Horne, of Winsted, and Alexander Mack, and Wallace A. Beckwith. of New London. Noted fighters from many parts of the country are here among them being General o. 0. Howard and General Horace Porter Each one of the members attending wears decoration voted to him by congress for some extraordinary exhibition of gallantry on the battlefield and while the gathering is not as largely attend ed as was expected, it doubtless will be most successful Ont.
 The first meeting was cOlled to or der at 10 o'clock in the Town hall, Mayor George l.. Foskett extending a welcome to the guests in behalf of the town. This short address was re- sponded to by Commanding J. c. Ju- Illus Langbein of New York. who pre- sided over the meeting. Commander Langbein, Adjutant Henry Thorn of Brooklyn. Quartermaster N. D. Pres ton of Philadelphia and Judge Advo- cate $. E. Horne of this place pre- sented reports showing the condition of the society at the present time and the work of the last year. Command ed I.angbein reported that since the meeting last September in Asbury Park. there had been IS deaths of members of the legion and he espec- ially commented on the careers of Past Commander Charles Nj. Betts and Junior Vice Commander Erastus W. Jewett who are included in the last.
 Adjutant Thorn reported on the of members in the different classes of the legion and showed dur ing which was the men distinguished themselves to be awarded later by a in the legion.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
GOING TO AUSTRALIA.
The Rev Michael Mulcahy Visiting
 Friends in This Section.

The Rev Michael Mulcahy, of Ira lee. county Kerry. Ireland. who has been the guest of John ]. O'Sullivan. of South Elm street. and John O'Brien, of Baldwin street, celebrat- ed the g o'clock mass at the Immacu- late Conception church yesterday. and later was entertained at the pa rochial residence by the Rev Father Slocum. Last evening a number Of his friends made a call upon him at the residence of MT O'Brien, on Bald win street. to bid him farewell and the occasion will always be remem- bered by the distinguished visitors and all others who were present. This morning. accompanied by his cousins, the Misses H. O'Brien and Anna O'Sullivan. he left for Worcester and Boston. where he will remain until Friday when he will leave for Austra- lia- Father Mulcahy was very much pleased with the reception rendered to him in Waterbury. Yesterday he was shown about the city and Nauga- tuck and was delighted with the ap- pearauce of the mammoth factory buildings. splendid churches and schools and other evidences of pros- perity which stranger is quick to notice in all parts of the Saugatuck valley and especially In Waterbury.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
CUBA ID HAVE
 ANOTHER CHANGE Secretary Taft Finds a Way to Pre- vent Intervention By This
 County AGREE TO NAME COMMITTEE Peace Plan May Be to Elect a New Congress or Reconstruct
 Cabinet

Havana, Sept 24.-All classes are now waiting for the conditions under
 which tranquility will be restored in Cuba. and keen disappointment is ex- pressed on every side because the like lihood of peace being brought about without armed American intervention. It was announced last night that Secretary Taft had tangible plan that he believed would save the soy ereignty of Cuba. That the differ ences of the opposing factions could be recOnciled was not believed to be possible until to-day when 1t was an nounced that the liberals and the in- surgents had empowered commit tee to represent them before the Am erican mediatOrs.
 It is evident that the business in terests of the island have no confi- dence in the ability of the Cubans to rule themselves, and now, when it ap- pears too late, they are openly favor ing forcibfe intervention and pOssi- ply annexation. Secretary of War Taft is cognizant of this general opinion that peace cannot last unless 1t is enforced by an American army, but he considers that 1t is the duty of the United States to give the re- public another chance and believes that it would be bad policy for the United States to keep force in Cuba longer than was required to super wise the laying down of arms. He said today that if the liberals and moderates harmonize their differences the United States must regard the compact as made in good faith.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
Snakes Were fin Charge.

Rockville. Sept 24.-when Adams Express Agent Darling opened the once here this morning he was greet ed by a hissing noise and was soon surrounded by snakes which were crawling all over the floor. He beat a retreat and returned with assist ance and captured all the animals with the exception of one big rattler. which is still at large. The snakes escaped from a box which was being shipped to some fair grounds.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
His Body Recovered,

Hong Kong, Sept 24.-News comes from Macao that the body of Bishop Hoare. who was drowned in the re- cent typhoon has been recovered. The viceroy of Canton has contributed personally 5000 to the typhoon re- lief fund and Inns also dispatched two gunboats to assist in the recovery of bodies.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
Appealing for Aid.

JelIico, Tenn. Sept 24.-The mayors of Jellico, Tenn. and Jellico. Ky, have requested the Associated Press to publish an urgent appeal for aid for the people of the town which was practically ruined by a dynamite explosion last Friday. The appeal says in part: "The gravity of the situation in Jellico. Ky. is more ap- palling than we at first anticipated. Many of the people in humber cir cumstances have lost practically ev- erything. Some will never be able to re-establish themselves in business or otherwise if outside aid is not extend ed them"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
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Prize Fighter Killed.

Buffalo, Sept 24.-Following . prize fight held Saturday night in the dance hall of the Titus hotel, Wood- lawn Beach, Richard Munson, 20 years of age, one of the contestants, died to-day from injuries to the brain, resulting from blow behind the left ear. Walter Robinson, a negro, 26 years of age, Munson's op- pOnent, was arrested.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24

Chicago. Sept 24.-If Paul o. Stems land desires when he leaves the boat in New York, he may commence ha- beas corpus proceedings. States at torney Healey says that the prosecu- tion does not wish to be kidnappers and that if Stensland wants to prove his innocence he can do SO.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
Two Great storms Coming.

Washington. Sept 24.-Two great storms are moving toward the east from opposite directions. A West In- dia hurricane is sweeping up from the south and heavy rain storm Is coming from the northeast. They will meet on the gulf coast to-mor- row or Wednesday and great damage to property is expected as both storms are the worst ever experienced.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24

Washington, Sept 24.-The Helena has been attached to the naval sta tion at Cavite for some time. She is light draft bungoat of eight guns, 1892 tons and 1888 horse power. She was credited with 8 speed of 1850 knots, was 25O feet long, forty beam and nine feet mean draft.
 According to the latest register of the navy department, she was cOm- manded by Commander James c. Gil- more and the other officers are given as follows: Lieutenants Herbert c. Sparrow and Roe w. Vincent, En- signs Myles Joyce and Edwin o. Fitch, Jr. Assistant Surgeon Lewis H. Wheeler, Assistant Paymaster Emery D. Stanley and First Lieuten- ant of Marines Richard B. Creecy.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
Escaped by . Miracle.

San Francisco. Sept 24.-The Ex- aminer has an account to-day of how, by miracle. the Pacific Mail steam CT City of Sydney escaped wreck in huge waterspout off the Mexican coast near Acapulco last Sunday morning. As it was, the waterspout struck the stern of the ship, wrest- Ing away stanchions and awnings and terrorizing the passengers. who were awakened by the shock of the hurling waters. Yesterday tue City cf Syd- ney reached port and chose on board told of their experience.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
Head On, Collision.

Minneapolis, Sept 24.-A head on collision between a passenger train and freight on the Minneapolis and St Paul railroad to-day, killed six persons and injured score more. The first three cars of the passenger train were splintered and the entire train was derailed. Both train crews were killed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24

during the morning. At the same time there were many Higgins sup porters who were working earnestly for LIeutenant-Governor Bruce. It was said that as long as his name was being mentioned in connection with the governorship he did not want to be slated for any prominent place in the convention proceeiings. Con grcssman Michael J. Driscoll has been selected for temporary chairman.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
Runaway Was Fatal.

Peabody. Mass. Sept 24.-A horse with which John H. 0'Rourke and John F. Carin. both of this town. were driving. ran away today and O'Rourke was killed and Carlin badly injured. O'Rourke's skull was frac- tured. Carlin sustained severe scalp wounds. but was expected to recover.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
Higgins sun silent.

Albany. x. Y-. Sept 24.-Governor Higgins reached Albany from Olean about o'clock this morning, accom- panied by supreme court Justice Cuthbert W. Pound. formerly his of- ficial counsel. The governor said he had as yet no annoencemsnt to make relative to his consent or refusal to stand as candidate fer re-nomina- ton by the Saratoga convention
 The governor. the condition of who<e health Is known to be a large factor in the question of his zccspt- ance Of re-nominafios. was in euod eDifita thoush syidently pre- ,ccutied
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
BANKER STENsLAND ARRIVES.
Chicago Bank Wrecker Can Fight If
 He So Desires.

New York. Sept 24.-The steamer Prinz Adelbert which has on board Paul o. Stensland, the fugitive Chi cago bank president, was sighted off Fire Island at 11:30. She will dock at four o'clock this afternoon.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
AUTUMN WEDDINGS.

We have a tasteful and generous assortment of rich wares for your inspection and approval Gifts Of silverware. cut glass. china and jew elry at a range of prices to suit any gfver's purse. Our engraving faciI- ities are the very best. The Lake ( Strobel Co.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
Bir Firr fin Iopchs.

Topeka. Kan. Sept sl.-A bad fire is raging in this city this afternoon. An explosion of natural gas in the Crawford opera house on Kansas ave nue set the whole building on fire and the flames threaten adjoining property.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
Sheridan Pumped Out.

Honolulu, Sept 24.-The United States transport Sheridan has been raised considerably by pumping out the water in the hold. Those in charge of the work predict that she will be afloat to-day.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
.CUNB0AT HELENA $
 REPORTED L0SI . United States Waship Said to HiK Gone Down Off Chinese
 Coast
WAS AT NAVAL STATION
She Was in Command of James (. Gilmore The Other 0fficers
 of the Boat.

Manila. Sept 24.--It is reported that the United States gunboat Hell ena has been lost oil the Chinese coast. No particulars have been re- ceived.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
TxrIte Ycnr. sbrrta.

Holland. Sept z4--The Holland county republican convention to-day renominated Sheriff Amssa P. Dick inron unanimously- He has held the oDco for twelve yearR
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
WEATHER FORECAST.

Forecast for Connecticut: Fair and somewhat cooler with frost. ex- cept On coast. tonight: Tuesday fair and continusd cool, light northerly ufBdA
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
May Be Higgins.

esratoea. \. Y.. Sept 24.-Interest almost approaching excitement was manifested among the republicans here as the time approaches for q definite announcement of the infen- ton of Governor Higgins as to the rovernorship- While it seemed foreEpne conclusion that the governor wcuh decline to he a candidate. his friends cuntinued to urge him to sc- cept
 There vefe h coumunicsfiou with hn hg tsl1u1sos e dlGernt tines
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-09-24
Tammany Is on.

New York. Sept 2I.-The New York democratic delegations to the Buffalo state convention started for Buffalo to-day from the Grand Cen tral depot. on both the regular through trains and several special trains The first Tammany Hall del- egations got away in an eight car special at s:30 o'clock. There was no unusual excitement.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1906-09-17

Echo. Sept 1.-THE Puget Sound
Bridge & Dredging company which
is engaged in constructing the governs
ment canal here, now have two camps
established-one near the mill just be-
low town, known as camp No. l, and
the other about a mile and a halt
above. where the canal leaves the
river and at the point where the dam
will be constructed.
Owing to the demand for labor in
the harvest fields, they have been un-
able to secure as many men and
teams as they wanted. Now that har-
vest is practically over, they are able
TO employ a larger force, but are still
short and are wanting more men and
teams with which to rush the work.
They have rented the Koontz ware
house in Echo, located near the de-
pot. which will be used by them as a
base for headquarters and supplies
while engaged in the work here. One
end of the building has been parti-
toned off. and they have established
their main office there.
Contractor Jacques has a force OF
the west end of the county bridge al
this place. He is rushing the work
as fast as possible and expects to have
it completed in two or three weeks
time. The county has constructed a
bulkhead where the west end of the
bridge and the fill meet. which will
protect the fill and prevent it washing
out as heretofore.
A movement has been started here
for electric lights for Echo under mu-
hicipal ownership and it is very like
ly that the city will establish a plant
some time this fall. At the time the
water system was built the idea OF
constructing lighting plant later wa:
kept in mind. and a special engine
capable of also running a dynamo
was purchased for the water system
Now it will only be necessary to pur'
chase another similar engine anC
operate the two together as a twin tC
furnish ample power for both pump