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The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
STILLMAN GIVEN
ANOTHER CHANCE.

Judge Brown today handed down his de
cision on defendants demurrer 10 plain
tiff's declaration I'm the case OF James W
Stillman VS.. Charles T.. German. This is
an action I'm case for conspiracy. Mr..
German acted as counsel for Mr.. Stillman
i'm the settlement OF a will controversy.
and Mr.. Stlllman claims 10 have been
injured by "A compromise made by Mr.
German. To each Of the six counts or
plaintiffs declaration the defendant de-
INJURED.
As 10 two OF the counts Judge Brown
SAYS that the demurrers must be sustain.
cd as the Judgment which was the real
injury complained of. is still in force. "A
party cast i'm q judgment I'm suit at law
cannot maintain an action against the ad-
verse party for suborning a witness
whose false testimony tended to produce
the Judgment. nor for the adverse party $
fraud and false swearing so long as the
judgment remains in force says ms
honor in a rescript.
As 10 the charges made In two counts
Of embezzlemcnt. his honor says no re-
covery can be had on that until criml-
nal complaint is made TO magistrate.
Two OF the counts do state case, Judge
Brown thinks. as they charge that the de-
fendant and executor conSpired 10 De
fraud tho plaintiff OF $500 for worthless
services Each Of the alleged conspirators
Is responsible not only for his own acts.
but also for the acts OF his co-conspirtor
done i'm pursuance OF the conspiracy.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
SOME PROVERBS THAT
APPLY TO THRIFTINESS

The thrifty are not the thirsty. for a
cool head never goes with a hot stomach
Bolts and bars Will not retain wealth
where wisdom Is wanting.
No man is qualified TO be leader OF
men who is ever satisfied with the second
best in anything.
The man who yields 10 honest persua-
sion slowly and imperceptibly as rock to
water, may make a loyal investor when
won; but he who is quick 10 lay hold OF
"A good investment makes the most
money.
Not the big Garner but the wise inves-
tor is the future capitalist.
AS a result the fellow who is sore be-
cause he doesn't get all that he thinks is
coming 10 him would be sorer II he did
get H.
The crouch and the growler will be howl
ing away.
When the cheerful hustler has won the
day.
Multitudes Of people sleep sound nights
the banks, not dreaming that the banks
have invested them In business enter
prises that the depositors themselves de-
clined TO buy shares i'm because they
thought their earnings were too large to
be safe
Investments is putting money into
chicken farming, speculation is counting
the chickens before they are hatched
The chap who Goes his work indiffer-
entity because he thinks he Is above the
job that Is above him
The wise man knows that wealth is
not worth getting save for the purpose OF
using IL, and so gets after n early.-Cent
per Cent for November.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
PLAN To RELIEVE
SCARCITY Of
SMALL BILLS

Washington, Dec. 6.-The secretary Of
the treasury today issued the followins
open letter TO all banking institutions In
the United States:
"A very marked scarcity OF small bills
is noticeable everywhere and the treasury
Is powerless 10 relieve. In the absence of
legislation allowing national banks TO
issue a larger proportion of their circula-
tion In denomination OF five dollars, the
banks themselves must be relied upon to
alleviate the strain as far as possible.
There are I'm circulation nearly ID mil
lion dollars in silver certificates OF the
denomination Of ten dollars. Many Of
these are doubtless packed away in the
vaults of various banking institutions and
held I'm reserve Permit me respectfully
To ask each institution. state and national,
search the money I'm It's vaults and send
these ten dollar silver certificates to the
treasury They will be promptly con-
ycrted into ones and twos 10 the very
great relief OF the country II is the only
remedy Let no bank complain OF condl-
tions until IL has literally searched its own
vaults and contributed as far as possible
To the relief OF the situation
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
CONTEST OVER
WESSOM WILL
COME To AN END

Springfield. Mass. Dec. 6.-The will OF
Daniel B. Wesson, the revolver manufac-
turer, who left an estate estimated at be-
tween 100000 and 100000. is affirmed
by a supreme court rescript filed here yes
terday.
The will was contested by Frederick
H. Wesson, a nephew, who was cut OF
with $50 as the result OF "A dispute with
the aged milionare's gardener over the
ownership OF some plants. A settlement
was effected out Of court.
Since Mr. Wessons death the engage
ments OF two grandchildren have been
announced, while the marriage OF third
grandchild 10 New York architect re-
suited from romance which the revolver
manufacturer had held in check by threat
ening 10 disinherit her.
An earlier arrival OF the stork at the
home of Mrs. w. b. Houghton a grand
daughter who divorced a Springfield go
ciety man and married a farm hand on
her country place near Brattleboro, VT.
would have been worth $4,000 TO a great
grandchild born few days after Mr..
Wesson's death.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
HATTEN GOT BOTH
LEMON AND HOOK

At the bidding OF the Superba Whist
club last evening about so couples assem-
bled at tho rooms OF the Atwood Studio
20 enjoy an evening at whist and the
pleasures OF the dance.
Whist occupied the attention OF all from
early in the evening until after 10. after
which dancing was the chief delight.
though between each number there were
singing and dancing speCialties intro
duced,
The prizes were three I'm number two
FIRST one for the lady furnishing the best
game. and one for tho gentleman. The
lady's prize was handsome bon-bon dish.
that for the gentleman was a cigar tray.
Miss Laura Dunn secured the ladys prize
and Mr. Henry the gcntleman's. The
BOBBY prize went TO Mr.. William Hatten.
when he received 10 there was much
laughter and raillery caused IL was I'm
the shape OF huge lemon.
Not content with giving him tho lemon.
however 10 add To his predlcament also.
the yellow affair contained a large hook.
All voted the time ono OF the best oi
their lives.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
WOODWORTH NOT CONVICTED
CONTINUED from Page one }

NOOntlnued nom rage Onel
Today the order was handed in to the
office of the adjutant general announcing
the fact that the governor had concurred
In the action Of the court and ordered the
acquttal of the accused. The order stated
that the governor had approved Of the
finding and ordered that the officer be re-
leased from arrest and returned 10 duty.
The order. together with the finding OF
the board, Is accepted as complete vim
dcation OF the young lieutenant. since he
had maintained at all times that the
charges were wrong and that he was
blameless.
The charges were tho result OF some
friction I'm the battery a year or moro ago
when the militia was returning from the
state camp. and later at the state rdc
range I'm Massachusetts,. where II was al
legged that Lieut.. Woodwork was guilty
of conduct unbecoming 20 an officer.
Whether the young officer will seek
further vindcation remains TO be seen, as
the official finding OF the board and tho
order from the governor have not yet been
made brigade news.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
WHAT OTERO HAS TO SAY
ABOUT HER ENGAGEMENT.

How did you meet him? Last August I
was on a tour i'm Buenos Ayres He asked
90 see me, and told me he had admired
my photograph for four years. When he
saw ms person he admired me still more
What are YOU smiling like that for? He
said he threw his fortune at my feet |
told him loved another. Then he said he
would kill himself. ] begged him not to.
II all my admirers were going to COM
NIT suicide IL would require "A big cemc-
terry. And IL would not he gay. Mr.. Webb
followed me with his platonic admiration
He sent me splendid Jewels and followed
me TO Paris. He came this morning and
reiterated his marriage proposals. | got
vexed and told him / should make no
good housekeeper He was obstinate; beg
ged me so earnestly that at least / re-
fected, and said 10 myself. Upon my
word. 10 get married. | never tried that
before; suppose | do?"
Then ] told Mr.. Webb that / wanted 10
live in Paris. that / had no habits Of
economy, that in fine, would never give
up the theatre. / told him I had not any
good qualities. He said he'd have me all
the same. | told him my house was not
yet paid He said he'd pay IT, | told him
! had TO keep my sister. He gave me
large sum OF money for her. He gave me
big check for myself Well upon my
word, ! was affected by his sincerity. We
telephoned TO a lawyer and a notary, and
an hour after / signed Now | am en-
gagged The banns Will be published next
Tuesday, and I'm n fortnight we are 10 be
married. ltll make a stir in Paris. ID
will. I'll be married at the Madeleine
Why not?-and have all Paris at the we'd
ding. tn be new sensation, won't it?
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
FOOTBALL CAPTAIN
CHOSEN AT BROWN.

Last evening John Donald Pryor. '0S.
was elected captain of the football team
OF l907-OS. He Is from South Orange. ~
j.. and in high school was captain OF both
the football and basketball teams. In coll
loge he has played end on the football
team, but, owing TO a weak knee has
never been able until this year 10 play a
full season. On the basketball team he
played centre for two years and last year
was captain He is a member Of the Psi
Upsilon, q years old, and weighs 1872
This evening in Manning hall. Prof.
Patton. Phi. D. OF the Hartford Theologi-
cal seminary, will lecture upon THE Early
History of Palestine in the Liglnt OF
Archaeology"
The sophomore class will this evening
nominate for assistant varsity basket
ball manager.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
NUGGETS OF NEWS

The rate OF discount Of the Bank OF
England remained unchanged today az
per cent.
Former GOV George w. Hendee died az
his home at Morrisville VT. today, aged
"a years Death was due 10 heart ana
kidney troubles
The delegates 10 the convention OF the
American Public Health association were
yesterday received by President Diaz at
the palace in Mexico City
Steamer New York. southampton and
Cherbourg. FOR New York. was 1880 miles
east of Sandy Hook at s a. m, and VIII
probably dock about p m. saturday
The party OF capitalists led by a. r..
Stilwen. president OF the Kansas CITY,
Mexico and orient railroad, were received
by President Diaz I'm the National palace
at Mexico city yesterday.
steamer Kaiserin Augusta Victoria.
from Hamburg. etc, for New York, was
40 miles southeast off Cape Race at :
p. m. and will probably dock about y.
m, Saturday.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
TO PROMOTE TRADE
IN FOREIGN LANDS

Col. George III. Webb, commissioner
OF industrial statistics, has received a
communication from the New York
board OF trade and transportation sta
pointed. consisting of Cornelius n.
Bliss. Lewis J. Nixon, Isadore strauss
and others prominent in the finances OF
the country, TO meet in Washington on
Jan. II 10 devise means for enlarging
the foreign trade and 10 promote de
mand abroad for the products OF the
farms, shops and mills OF this coun-
try.
All national state and local asoscia-
tions are asked to send delegates; aid
the governor has been asked 10 name
ten from this state in addition. He
is now in conference with financial
leaders on the subject.
At this same time the national
board of trade will have its meeting at
Washington, and all the most promi
nent fnanciers OF the country Will I've
there
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
BOOT-SHOE WORKERS
ELECTION POSTPONED

Boston. Dec. 6.-The election Of the Boot
and Shoe Workers union of America for
a general president and vice president.
which had been called for today, was
postponed indefinitely because OF the liti-
cations caused by the bringing into court
OF the case by Thomas p. Hickey OF
Brockton. candidate for general president
and Candidate Murray, who sought the
vice presidency.
These men seek 10 have the court de-
clare them the lawful occupants OF the
presidents and vice presidents positions
Their claim is opposed by President John
+. Tobin OF Rochester, y. Y, and Coils
Il. Lovely Of st. Louis. Mo.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
WOMAN SUMMONED
TO JURY DUTY

WASHINGTON. Dec GA woman was sub
rcncd for jury service yesterday for the
first time I'm the history OF the supreme
court OF the District OF Columbia.
M. T.. Scott was the name on the sub
poena, formidable-looking document, is
saed I'm the name Of the president of the
United states. When Miss Scott persent-
cd herself for jury service the officials OF
the court were as greatly astonished as
she had been when she received the sum
mons They waived her at once
The mistake occurred because one or the
bailifs IN consulting the city directory for
names for Jury service, found that NJ +.
Scott manager" Miss Scott Is a pretty
young woman, although she is a manager.
and will not again be called on by the
United states TO do jury duty.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
SUGGESTS MODIFICATION
OF SHIP SUBSIDY BILL

Washington, Dec. 6.-A modification OF
the Gallinger ship subsidy bill was sug-
ge sted by Chairman Grosvenor at today's
meeting OF tho house committee on mer-
chant marine and fisheries. lie expressed
willingness 10 strike out subsidies for
transatlantic and African steamship
lines. thus conhning tho government ala
to Oriental and South American lines
40 vote was taken. but Mr. Grosvenor
will prepare revised hill for consldera-
ton
In its changed form the Gallinger bill
which already has passed the senate, will
conform 10 the ship subsidy recommenda-
ton made by Secretary Root in his Kan
sas City speech
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
LOCAL MAN MAY BE
RAILROADS VICTIM.

man who IL was thought might posi-
bly, have belonged in Providence was in
stantly killed in Worcester last night at
the South Gate street crossing few
Yards from the South Worcester station
His body was terribly mangled by a train
going south.
The name r. r. Croughan was written
IN n small due book OF Bay state lodge
Brotherhood OF Railroad Trainmen, found
in his pocket
That he was railroad man Is evden
from the due book, but the Worcester po-
lice were unable to ascertain anything de-
finite about him last night IL was thought
he belonged IN Providence, but efforts to
locate anyone here who knew him were
futile.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
THE BULLDOG MAHOMET,

Mahomet, one of the best known bull
dogs Of the present day. arrived sometime
ago on the steamer Mnnetonka. lie was
consigned TO Miss J.. De Groot of New
York, who. IT is said, paid 5000 for him.
This is the sum Richard Croker, Jr.. paid
for Rodney Stone as well as the amount
George j. Gould paid for Heath Baronet.
Mahomets chief rivals in England have
been Nuthurst Doctor and Moston Mi
chael. and many British experts consider
Miss De Groot's purchase the best of his
sex.
Mahomet is a heavyweight white and
brindle son OF Khalifa and Lady Dorothy.
the latter a daughter of the late Rodney
Stone. Mahomet has won some 300 first
and special prizes In Great Britain.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
EXPLOSION and FIRE At
LYNN; LOSS $4,000
CONTINUED From Page one)

H. p. Hood & Sons sustained a COM
paratively small loss. as did the NJ. j.
Worthley company.
= The r. Y. Russell factory on Charles
street. owned by +. l.. Varney, $4,000; in
surance $4,000.
jacobson & Jacobs, corner Of Charles
and Commercial streets, $4,000; insur-
ance $4,000.
State Building Inspector A. j. Cheney
who began an Investigation as soon as
possible after the explosion, this after
noon expressed the opinion that detec-
tive seam in the boiler at the Harvey fac
tory caused the explosion.
AS i'm the case Of the disaster at the
Grover shoe factory i'm Brockton early
last year, such a defect could have been
discovered only after a most thorough IN
spection.
INVESTIGATION BEGINS.
Boston. Dec. 6.-The boiler which eX-
ploded al Lynn today. being insured, was
not subject to the inspection OF the state
police, but 10 the inspection of the COM
pany holding the risk.
The returns at the state house indicate
that the boiler had been regularly inspect
ed by the insurance company.
The state police department began its
investigation OF the explosion early.
Boiler Inspectors Mcneil and Ferguson,
with Building Inspectors Sheehan and
Cheney, were sent at once to Lynn, with
orders TO make a thorough Investigation
with a view TO placing the cause for the
accident.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
THIRD BANK OFFICER
TO BE SENT TO PRISON

Chicago, Dec. 6.-Hagbart Gregerson.
formerly exchange teller Of the Nil
waukee Avenue state bank. Of which
Paul q. Stcnsand was president. today
pleaded guilty 20 embezzlement of tha
FUNDS OF the bank and was given an inde-
terminate sentence In the penitentiary.
Gregerson Is the third official OF tho
bank TO be sent 90 prison.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
MOROCCAN DEBATE
BEGINS IN DEPUTIES

Paris, Dec. 6.-The chamber of deputies
was crowded today by people desirous Of
hearing the Moroccan debate.
NJ Jaures. the Socialist leader, opened
the proceedings by interpolating the gov
ernment on the reasons for undertaking
action in Morocco before the ratification
OF the Algeciras conference.
He contended that France might be
drawn into a military expedition which
would mean nothing than a marked con-
quest OF Morocco.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
FAMILY TRADES.

A singular Illustration Of the persis-
tcace With which the japanese adhere TO
their family vocation is Eeen In an an
rouncement In a Japanese newspaper that
r celebrated dancing master was 10 hold
q service I'm honor of the one-thousandth
anniversary of the death OF his ancestor.
who was the FIRST Of the family 10 take
% the profession.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
DEATH SENTENCE
Of RAWLINGS BROS.
IS COMMITTED

Atlanta, Ga, Dec. 6-The pardons board
today commuted the death sentences OF
Jesse and Milton Dawlings to life impris-
onment
The crime is the same for which their
father, j. G. Rawlings. and ALI. Moore,
negro. were hanged at Valdosta Tuesday.
The recommendation of the pardon board
goes TO Gov. Terrell. who undoubtedly
will approve the decision.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
Survey to Settle 1t.

The dispute over the conflicting ap-
plications OF Benjamin r. Martin OF
Warren and Charles w. Parmalee Of
the Narragansett Bay oyster company
for oyster grounds surrounding Plum
Beach light. awaits a survey OF the
waters I'm controversy by the enEi-
neer OF the commission. q. Perry Sarle
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
MAPS IN SCHOOL.

The Public School Teachers institute
of Schulyklll county. Pa. win be asked
20 commend for adoption tho innova-
tion OF Miss Evans of Bank Township.
who allows her pupils ten minutes nap
each day. says a Mahanoy City. Pa.
special 20 the New York World. Thom-
Sc Martindaie. n Philadelphia business
man. has given impetus to the movement
in a lecture 10 the board OF trade at
1azelton. He said he makes a practice OF
q daily nap at noon and finds II lessons
fhe strain OF business
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
DUTCH FORCES
DEFEAT THE REBELS

The Hague, Dec. 6.-An official dispatch
from the Island OF Timor East Indies.
announces that In sharp conflict near
Waitlowes, the Dutch forces captured the
rebel fortlhcatons, after a severe fight.
The chief OF the rebels and 70 OF his fol-
lowers were killed. The Dutch losses were
three killed and a number wounded.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
MISS PECK BACK
FROM HER CLIMBS

Miss Anna s. Peck OF this city, the
mountain climber. arrived at New York
today on the steamer Trent from King
ston, Jam.
Miss Peck left on May "a and has spent
the last six months exploring the noun
tains of Peru. and on two occasions made
unsuccessful attempts TO ascend Mount
Huascaran, which has an altitude Of from
23.0o0 10 5000 feet.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
For Odd Fellows Home.

Tomorrow afternoon and evening at
Fals,afr hall. 2s3 Westminster street, a
bazaar will be held for the benefit of the
odd Fellows Home. under the direction OF
Mrs Jennie T. Briggs. An entertainment
program OF novel and attractive char
acter will be offered; supper will be served
and the sales tables will he laden with
fancy articles, groceries and other sea-
sonahle goods AZ low prices
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
WOULD PUT COST
OF INSPECTION
ON THE PACKERS

Washington. Dec 6-senator Beveridge
introduced bill today 10 amend the
neat inspection act by requiring that the
ocst OF inspection shall be paid by the
packers.
Another amendment requires that the
date OF inspection and packing or can
ming shall be placed on each package
senator Morgan today addressed tho
senate on his resolution looking 10 giving
the Panama canal commission control OF
the Panama railway.
In reply 10 a question from Senator
Hale. he said that he would not seek to-
dav 20 secure action on the resolution.
Mr.. Hale mentioned the probability OF an
early message from the president on the
canal question and suggested the wisdom
OF deferring all action until II shall be re-
ceived.
Mr. Morgan maintained that Mr.. Crom-
well was the only one who benefited ny
the present manner OF managing the ROAD.
When Senator Morgan concluded MS
sreech Senator Foraker Immediately TOOK
the floor 20 call up his resolution regard
Ing the discharge OF negro troops ana ne
and Senator Penrose against engaged IN
a controversy over the right or prece-
0ence in their respective resolutions.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
WAREHOUSE MEN WANT
A UNIFORM LAW

St Louis. Dec. 6.-At today's session OF
the annual convention OF the American
Warehouse association, the draft OF an
act 10 make the law concerning the issu-
ance and disposal Of warehouse receipts
uniform throughout the country was
taken up for discussion.
The bill seeks to have a uniform rating
OF goods stored in the different states. so
that patrons Of the warehouses will be
unable TO profit by a technicallty because
OF different laws
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
Has No Information

London Dee. 6-Forcign Secretary
Grey. replying 10 questions In the house
OF commons today said the government
had no Information OF any arrangeme Mt
under which German merchant vessels
would be transferred TO the American
iag I'm the event of war. II was IMPOSE
sible ne added. for sAh an arrangement
TO exist without It's becoming public.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
REACHES PORT WITH
FIRE IN HER HOLD

Philadelphia, Dec. e.--The steamer Gre
tian of the Boston & Philadelphia Steam
ship company arrived here today with fire
IN the miscellaneous cargo in the forward
hold.
After the vessel was docked the Phila-
deiphia fireboats came TO the assistance
OF the crew and extinguished the flames
in few hours. The company officials say
tho damage done was small.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
Sunshine Circle Sale.

The Sunshine Clothing circle held a sale
yesterday afternoon at the home OF Mrs
+. Francis walker. 125 Parade street Mrs
J. n. Holloway, Mrs. A. c. Miller. Mrs
T. J. Allen, Mrs 4. +. Parsons, Miss
Walker. Mrs. :. q. Aull. Mrs w Blake
ly. Mrs. F. A. Twitchel and Mrs. A..
Spratt were at the tables
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-12-06
SCHMITZ AND, RUEFF
ARRAIGNED IN COURT

San Francisco. Dec. 6.-Mayor Schmltz
and Abraham Ruef were arraigned in
Judge Dunne's court, on charges OF extor-
tion found against them by the grand
jury. Their attorneys made an effort to
have the time for taking the plea post
poned