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The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-18
New Hampshire Republicans
Hold Convention
Names Of Pi|sbuy, Gssnsaf, Churchill and Fsyi Presented
to the Delegates Chuchl||s Supporters the Most
Enthusiastic. Cheer Every Mention Of His Name. Sen.
ato GaInga Advises FogsifuIness Of Exrsms Statements
Made During tho Campaign and Union Against the Demo-
cracy.

Concord, n. H, Sept. 1s-Every dele
gate to the Republican state convention
which is being held in this city today
was prepared for long drawn-out bat
tie and no one disputed the assertion that
the fight for first place on the ticket
would be one OF the keenest in the history
OF the Republican party.
The candidates are:
Charles II. Greenleaf OF Franconia.
Charles NJ. Floyd OF Manchester. both
OF whom are regarded as stand patters." ="
Rosecrans w. Pillsbury OF Londonder-
ry. who has made charges OF extrava-
gance In the use OF state moneys, and
Winston Churchill, the novelist, candi-
date OF the Lincoln Republican club OF
New Hampshire, whose platform contains
vigorous charges against the Boston and
Maine railroad.
Col Churchill also demands reform in
several directions. including the direct
primaries. the -dlscontinuance of railroad
passes and the election OF railroad COM
missioners by the people.
Stephen II. Gale of Exeter was still in
the field today. but II was not expected
that he would figure prominently in the
convention.
The Churchill delegates went 70 the
headquarters OF their candidate I'm a joy
GUS mood this morning because Of a ru-
NOR which was not denied. that the is
sues raised by Col Churchill in his cam
raign occupied the major portion Of the
platform which was tentatively adopted
last night by the committee on resolu-
tiors.
These Churchill delegates INTENDED to
follow up their advantage by placing
upon that platform the man who they
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-18
SHEVL|N ADMITS
GUILT, IS HELD
BY JUDGE lee

owen =. Shevlin in the District court
this morning pleaded guilty. OF in
| cendiarism and was held in $4,000 for
the grand jury.
Shevlin was arrested on Saturday af-
ter he had been seen coming from
Hovey's lumber yard on South Main
street. where some paper was discover
ed on fire.
Since then Shevlin had been held at
detective headquarters, and last night
finally confessed to Capt. Cannon
that ne kindled the paper in the lumber
yard.
Capt Cannon yesterday, with Detec-
tives Nickerson and OMalley. took Shev-
lin to the lumber company's yard. Shev-
lin showed where he claimed to have
thrown some paper, which, he said. he
had previously lighted. upon the ground.
The only lumber near the place desig-
mated was green stock, consisting or
joists two inches by six; and IL was about
two feet distant from the pot. There
was absolutely no trace OF burned paper
there.
The party, having been Joined by Mr..
Park OF the Hovey Lumber company.
then went to the kiln-dried lumber shed
where the fire was found by John Collins.
Shevln declared that he had never been
I'm the shed and had never thrown lighted
paper there.
Late in the day Capt. Cannon took
Shevln again to the lumber yard. and
Shevlin. according TO Capt. Cannon, adj
mltted that he went into the shed Satur-
day afternoon and set fire TO a newspaper
and threw IL down in the shed. With wit
nesses present, Shevlin repeated his state
ment and when asked how he got out or
the building said he jumped out OF one OF
the doors two or three feet from the
ground and walked out OF the yard to
South Main street, where he was arrested
by Patrolman Scanon OF the Third sta
ton.
Shevlln, who is about IS years OF age.
told Capt. Cannon that he was reared In
Moosup. Conn. and that his parents died
while he was small. He was taken care
OF by his grandmother a Mrs. Rothwell.
Of Moosup, until he was IL or IA years OF
age when he was sent to the reform
school
Afterward he Joined a minstrel show
and later n circus, leaving the latter last
July I'm St Adams VT He then went TO
York Canada whence he came to Boston
and last Thursday or Friday arrived in
Providence.
lie denied that he had anything whatso-
ever TO do with any lumber fires In this
city before Saturday.
Capt. Cannon called up Supt. Cray OF
the Aldrich company I'm Moosup and
found that Shevlin had the reputation
there OF being rather wild.
Beyond explaining that at the time OF
the Hovey lumber fire OF Saturday he was
under the influence OF intoxicants, Shevlin
was unable 10 give any reason why he
threw a lighted newspaper In the lumber
shed.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-18

The hearing on the question OF the
sanity OF Henry j Wheatley was con-
tinued today before Judge Lee In the dis
t.ict court
Mrs. Robert j. Miller for the defense,
testified that she had lived in the same
house with Mr.. Wheatley on Cranston
street for two years and four months,
and always found him good husband,
a good neighbor, never ugly and never
using obscene language.
Gandiose Da sylvia OF as Cranston
street testified to having seen Wheatley
several times a day. when he came 20 his
store 10 make purchases, and always
found him a gentleman and never saw
him violent IN act or word.
Edwin n. Bart, manager OF the Hotel
Franklin, testified that Wheatley while
staying at that house never displayed
violent traits and always appeared ra-
tional
Patrick H. Barricle OF POI Messer street
testified that he had an acquaintance OF
several years with Wheatey, and con-
sidered him perfectly sane.
James T.. Dawson OF 1914 Cranston street
testified that he lived In the house with
MT Wheatley and saw no signs OF In
sanity, and classed him above the ordi-
nary man.
Charles II Parker testified that he had
an acquaintance with Wheatley for two
years. and met him nearly every day. He
had heard that Wheatley was insane and
watched him closely at times, but never
saw anything TO indicate insanity. though
he was highly nervous and eccentric. He
was devoted 10 his aged wife
Mr. Wheatley. the defendant, testified
that he is 54 years old and was born IN
Manchester. England. His mother - hN-
ing, at the age of 81, In good health. but
his father died of Bright's disease 30
years ago He has several brothers ana
sisters with families, and In none OF them
has there ever been any sign OF insanity.
He said that he came 10 this country at
2l years of age and went 10 work as a
clerk in several hotels In New YORK lie
worked nearly - years for Latham. Alex
ander & Co. as bookkeeper, beginning at
$500 and drawing $500 when he left. Since
then he has had no employment
He said that he tried TO use the letter
OF recommendation from Latham, Alex
auder & Co. twice. but II was not consid-
cred sufficient. He wrote to the firm re-
ouostlng another letter, WITCH the hrm
agreed to give. provided he returned the
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-18
THE BOARD SAYS
( 0'NE|:|L'S CASE
Is ALL RIGHT

The board OF canvassers and registra-
tion decided this morning that there was
nothing illegal about the registration or
Timothy f. ONeil and by telephone so
Informed Christopher w. O'Brien, who
made the charges.
Mr.. o Brien made his charge OF illegal
registration on the part of Mr.. O'Neil in
communication TO the board on Sept.
T.
Mr.. O'Nei registered on April g. and
gave his address az No. 100 Potter avenue.
Sixth ward. first district; and Mr..
O'Brien claimed that the tenement de-
signated by him was unoccupied on that
date. and that Mr.. ONeil lived with his
mother at 3O7 Blackstone street In the
Fifth ward.
on Sept l. Mr. ONeil at his own re-
quest, was transferred by the board from
the Potter avenue address 10 l64 ColfaX
street, Sixth district, ward 6.
In a statement I'm the News-Democrat,
Mr.. O'Neil said that he lived with his
brother-in-law at 100 Potter avenue on
April 3, the date OF his registration, and
that two days later his brother-in-law
moved, and he then went 10 reside with
his brother on Colfax street.
Tho board claims 10 have carefully con-
sidered Mr. O'Brien's charge, and also
consulted Assistant City Solicitor Cram
on the matter.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-18
BATTLE BEGUN
IN MAINE IS
NOT YET ENDED

Washington, Sept 1s.-"That battle
in Maine. though closed at this time in
the Second district, is not at an end.
The contest was merely incidental TO
the task which labor has set itself to
accomplish"
So said President Samuel Gompers
Of the American Federation of Labor
last night at Typographical temple,
where a reception was given I'm honor
of the labor leader who fought against
Representative Littlefeld's reelection
in Maine.
Not only Mr.. Littleheld, but Uncle
Joe dared 10 reiterate that we stand
for the licensing OF criminal and un-
lawful conduct. We ask for equal
rights before the law as any other
citizen. ] have not I'm my mind TO say
a word i'm criticism of the president
other than this: The right OF petit
ton is the right Of the American citi-
zen guaranieed- -hX-Ihe- Constitution
and neither the president nor congress
can take that right away from him.
Labor is the only power In human
society that represents the masses.
why did we begin the fight in Lit
tleheld's district? Because the election
was held there two months earlier
than In the other states. II we had
passed over this district, they would
have said we were afraid. We are not
afraid"
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-18
STATE BRANCH
A. F. Of |. MEETS
At PkWTUCkET

The state branch OF the American
Federation of Labor is holding it's annual
convention in Pawtucket today and the
sessions will continue through this after
noon and tomorrow. the final session clos
ing late tomorrow afternoon. The morn
ing session was not OF particular public
Importance, the business being chiefly of
a preliminary character.
The convention was called 10 order at
10 o'clock. with President Hohler in the
chair, and he Immediately appointed a
committee on credentials, consisting of
Messrs. Brady, Gibson and Manning. He
also appointed John Mclaughlin as SER
geant-at-arms. Messrs. Carroll. Phillips
and Newcome were appointed a commit
tee on press and then an adjournment
was taken till 1l:l5.
on reassemblnR the committee on Gre
dentials presented the following roll OF
the convention:
Brewery workers, No. 1856 OF Provi-
teHCe, T. rfawKTHs and Thomas Shaw.
Brewery workers, No. ia, OF Provl-
GerCe, Andrew Kraft.
Rarbers' union OF Pawtucket. Thomas
A. Jette
Bottlers' union OF Providence. william
McGowan.
Bartenders union OF Providence. Peter
+. Bowen.
BARRIERS union OF Providence, jeremiah
Manning. NJ d. Pasquale and A. j. Evans
Musicians union OF Providence, p. A.
Kerns and Benjamin Oxley
Typographical union OF Pawtucket.
Thomas II. Phillips
Jewelry workers OF Providence George
+. Brady.
Cigarmakers of Providence. F..Kreidorf
Cigarmakers OF Pawtucket. A. T. Hoh-
Ter.
Stage employees OF Providence. r. w.
Newcome
Typographical union OF Providence. VIII
liam Carroll
This report was accepted and the organ
ization was made permanent
The following committees were then
appointed: Committee on rules Messrs
Pasquale. Hawkins and Oxley: commit
tee on resolutions. Messrs. Kraft. Krei-
dorf Jette and Evans: committee on f.
nance. Messrs Jette. Hawkins and Glib
son; committee on constitution. Messrs
Shaw. Bowen, Oxley. Pasquale and Nc
Gowan; committee on officers report.
Messrs Brady Manning and Gibson
This part ~ the business out of the
way President TIohler read his annual re-
port and I'm this he referred 10 the recent
communication from the national body
relating to political matters. lie also
called attention 10 tho law passed at the
last session of the general assembly re-
lnting 20 corporations and declared that
II ought TO be repealed lie also spoke
" the Importance of all union workers
seeing that union labels be found on
goods which are used by them
II .nraar4zAH-l -444s+4r--4--~rrrr-t- re b
garding the work he had done in the
state during the past year and he fol-
lowed this with a report of the secretary
treasurer.
The committee on rules made a report
fixing the hours for the convention as
follows: From l:l5 p. m. TO $3.50 y. m.
today, from . a. m 20 ~ m and from
i:i5 To $3.50 p m. tomorrow.
The convention then adjourned.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-18

asserted was responsible for its crea-
tion.
1t wos generally thought that the con-
version would be prolonged long after the
usual hour and the convention officials.
anticipating long session planned for
special trains for delegates who should
miss the regular trains.
The first ballot IS not expected to fur
nish any reliable guage OF the ultimate
action OF the convention. but a the sec
ond third or fourth will be taken without
result seems probable After that. how
ever, a break Is looked for
CHEERS FOR CHCRCHILL.
The Churchill delegates. bearing on
banners phrases coined by their candidate q
during his canvass were the first to ar
rive at the convention hall. Mrs Church
ILL., accompanied by a party OF friends
TOOK their seats in the gallery. Mrs
Churchills presence was quickly observed
and her husbands supporters quickly
Jumped TO their feet and gave her three
cheers and a tiger
United States Senator Jacob III. Gallin-
o'clock. lie said
"A heated political canvass has, lust
closed, during which criticisms and de-
nuhcla tons nave been INDUCED I'm, many
OF them without foundation. But gen
tlemen. this Is time 10 forget the ex-
treme utterances Of portion OF the press
ana the sull more extemr uterances OF
NNNANOu NdHuluhteS anu unite IN a move
ment against our common enemy. the
Democratic party
CHAIRMAN EASTMAN SPEAKS.
The speech Of Chairman Eastman. who
was introduced as presiding officer was
lengthy effort and devoted almost ex-
clusively 10 state issues. He laid aside
party issues for n moment. however, 10
pay tribute 10 the late Secretary OF
State John Hay, who died at Lake Suna-
pee In this state year ago.
The Churchill delegates led all others
in cheering and their cry Of I'VE want
Churchill!' reeounded throughout the
hall.
Floyd and Pillsbury cheers were inter-
mingled, but the Greenleaf men were ST.
lent.
Continued on page Six
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-18
WHEATLEY SAYS
HE'S ALL RIGHT
Alleged Insane Man the Stand i'm His Own De-
fence Explains His Letter Writing and Tells
Apparently Rational Story of His Career, and
Acquaintance Testify to His Good Traits and
Express Belief That He Is Sound in r1nd.

original; but he never received the second
letter.
He came to Providence seven years ago
because OF the high cost OF living I'm New
York and because OF Miss jerks busi-
ness affairs here. his marriage to her oc-
curing later.
Mr. Wheatley explained his failure TO
ask for the second letter OF recommended
ton only after 10 years as due 10 the i'll
ness OF his wife and his attentions 10 her
and n trip 20 England. on his return to
this country he intended to seek employ
ment, and wrote to Latham. Alexander
& Co. for the letter OF recommendation
promised In 1895. The letters containing
the blank sheets OF paper were sent 10
show that while he had discriminating
evidence he had not used II.
He told OF his being sent out of the
state by Agent Wightman against his
Will. He was put on a train and left at
New London. where he remained six
months and married Miss jerks and then
came 20 Providence.
He admitted that the language in some
OF his letters was extravagant but he
believed he was justified in using It. con-
sidering the way he had been treated
and the legal wrongs he had been sub
jected TO.
He considered that he was entitled 10
legal redress for being put out Of the
state against his will, and consulted sew
eral attorneys. all of whom advised him
ne had cause Tor acuOn. lie also con-
suited the governor.
He said that Doctors Griffin and Shat
tuck. when they examined him, were with
him once not over 10 or Is minutes.
When asked by his attorney, Mr.. Cur
ran, IL he considered himself insane. Mr..
Wheatley said emphatically, NO" He
considered his will power and mental ca
pacity strong enough 10 keep him from
writing letters. and he certainly would
do 80 If released
He explained his idea OF insanity. and
OF delusions. II he should receive a letter
from Mr.. Latham he would consider the
matter closed
He said he wrote as he did 10 Mr.. Blod
gett 10 get an explanation Of certain acts
OF Mr. BIodgett, and he never had any
thought OF doing violence 10 Mr.. Blodgett
or anyone else, and never would attempt
such under any circumstances.
He said that he never followed Miss
jerks In order 10 perseCute her and
never halted her TO demand money from
her.
In rebuttal DR.. Griffin testified to facts
and conditions with reference to Mr..
Wheatley, which led him 10 believe that
Continued on Page SIKH
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-18
CUBAN REBELS AGAIN
DESTROYING PROPERTY

Havana, Sept 1S.-Since the return
here OF the military trains the rebels
are again destroying the property Of
the Cuban Western railroad. a British
enterprise. The important bridge near
Los Palacios has again been destroyed; /;
another bridge at Santa Cruz, near
Taco Taco. and smaller bridges in that
district have been wrecked. Trains
run only as far as Artemisa and there
is no telegraphic communication te-
yond that point.
Government forces, 1000 strong
under the command Of Col Betancourt
are concentrating at Matanzas, and IT
is reported that they expect orders TO
march toward Havana.
TAFT PARTY SAILS
Tampa Fla, Sept. 1s.-The Taft
party arrived last night, two and a
half hours late> and boarded the cruis-
er Des Moines and sailed Immediately
for Havana.
DIXIE AT CIENFUEGOS.
Washington. Sept. 1S.-The cruiser
Dixie arrived today at Cienfuegos.
Cuba, with 800 marines aboard, TO as
sist the Marietta In protecting Ameri-
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-18
ADVENT Of 5667
CELEBRATED BY
JEWISH FAITH

The Jewish residents throughout the
city are this week devotlng much time
to religious exercises. incidental to the
celebration Of the new year.
According to the Jewish calendar this
is the beginning OF the year 1867, which
was ushered in last Sunday morning with
religious services at all the local syna-
gogues.
The synagogues will hold continuous
services throughout the week. the
Orthodox Jews attending to no worldly
cares.
on Friday night at o'clock the new
year fast will start and continue As hours.
until 6 o'clock on Saturday. During this
time no food or drink of any kind will
be taken. except in the case OF infants
and invalids Business will be suspended
and the time will be occupied solely with
religious exercises On Saturday even
ing the end OF the fast will bring TO n
close the religious celebration OF the
week
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-18
MRS. FISH 8 AUTO
PARTY PASSED
THROUGH CITY

Two 40-horse power Mercedes auto
mobiles and a Renault passed through
this city this morning, en- route from
Newport TO Boston and the White
Mountains.
II was Mrs. Stuyvesant Fish's auto
mobile touring party. which left the
city by the Sea, promptly al $3.50. COM
ing by way of Bristol Ferry, and eX-
pected TO lunch I'm Boston.
Among those In the party, I'm addi-
tion to Mrs. Steuyvesant Fish, were Mir.
and Mrs. Elisha Dyer Jr.. Harry Lehr,
Max Muller, NJ Des Portes, Mr.. and
Mrs. william b. Leeds and Mrs. Natalie
Schenck Collins.
The party expects TO reach Concord.
n. II, tomorrow evening, all their bag
gage having been forwarded 10 that
place. and they will be gone ten days.
- One OF the autos used was loaned by
Mrs William G.. Rocker OF Providence
and in this the Dyers and Messrs Null
ler and Des Portes rode.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-18
SPEED OFFICER
WILL FIGHT To
RETAIN PLACE

The town council Of Warwick tomor-
row will listen TO the arguments In the
case OF Charles y. Locke, the speed law
constable. who was recently suspended
on complaint Of those who objected 90 his
methods OF enforcing the auto law.
Tho petitioners will be represented by
Attorney Angell and II Is expected that
Mr Locke Will have counsel. while Town
Solicitor Quinn will advise the council.
That the hearing Will develop some in
tcresting testimony Is expected; and Il
is understood that MIR Locke will bitterly
contest the effort TO GUST him.
Friends Of Mr.. Locke are ralying TO
his support. and he Is said 10 have the
assurance of many citizens that his
officials acts have their hearty approXaL
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-18

can plantations there. Her commander
makes no report of further disturb
ances.
WITH THE VETERANS.
Havana, Set 1S.-A lack Of concrete
effort to secure peace is noticeable to-
day. Several. peace commissions that
Intended to leave last night for various
rebel centres did not start on account
of unsatisfactory attitude OF the
government
Popular opinion now supports the
efforts OF the veterans. Thus far the
efforts OF the government toward peace
have been unquestioned, but today sup
porters Of the government are with the
veterans.
Mr.. Sleeper, the American charge to-
day cabled Washington for instructions
concerning the letter sent 70 him yes
terday by Gen. Loynaz del Castillo. the
commander OF the insurgents in Ha-
vana province.
SAILS FOR CUBA.
Philadelphia, Sept 1S.-The cruiser
Minneapolis with 375 marines and a
large quantity OF ammunition and
other supplies aboard, sailed today FOR
Cuba under command OF Capt. Fiske
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-18
JERUSALEM WORKERS
OPEN 4 CONVENTION

convention OF Jerusalem Workers
was opened this afternoon at 2.3O i'm VIII
lard hall. IS Snow street, and the meet
ings will continue daily throughout the
week. closing next Sunday.
The convention Is undenomna tional
and a hearty welcome is extended TO all
believers Of any creed
The principal speakers for the week are
Abbie &. Morrow OF Jerusalem. Bro.
Judah. also from Jerusalem; A. =. Ad-
ans OF Beverly. Mass. Robert Cameron
Of Boston and Bertha Bunday.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-18

An attempt was made this morning at
the headquarters Of the Republican cam
paign Of aggression" said to have been
inaugurated In the Butler Exchange. sec
ond floor. 20 obtain a list OF the speakers
whose eager acceptances, according TO
the Colt-Perry organ have been pour
ing in" upon Secretary Nathan M.Wright,
head Of the speakers bureau. but IL failed.
The plain fact is. sad TO relate. that
speakers have not been tumbling over
themselves 20 accept the invitation TO
stump the state.
There have been some acceptances, of
course, but no ood; and they haven't
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-18
MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS
BEFORE JUDGE MUMF0RD

Judge Mumford In the superior court to-
day heard a number OF cases, including
the following:
Antonio Arello VS.. Providence Telegram
Publishing company Briefs TO be sub
mitted.
Mary z. Higgins VS.. New York. New
Haven and Hartford Railroad company,
suit 10 recover damages for being bitten
by a dog at Westerly. on Sept. I. 1902
The court sustained defendants demur-
rer.
Kalma Abs VS. Saul Gull et ais Com
plainant was appointed receiver for the
lncandescent Supply company, and re-
quired to give $500 bond.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-18
MORE LAND FOR
PARKS BOUGHT
BY COMMISSION

Another tract of land for public park
purposes was purchased by the park COM
missioners yesterday afternoon
The grantor was John Carter Brown Of
North Kingstown and the purchase price
was 1890.
The land is situated between Collyer
street and the Moshassuck river. north
OF Cemetery street; and the park COM
missioners have been negotiating for its
purchase for a long time.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-18
GAVE s29,077.74
FOR RELIEF Of
THE 'FR|SCANS

Oren Wescott, treasurer OF the San
Francisco relief fund. submitted this
morning TO Mayor Dyer, chairman OF the
citizens relief committee. a report show
ing tha5the total amount received by him
from all sources for the relief OF the San
Francisco sufferers was s29.O777
This amount was paid TO the treasurer
OF the Rhode Island branch OF the Ma
tional Red Cross society. as,per vouchers
attached 10 Mr. Wescotts report