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Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1906-02-09

Stitution, but none O4-S1l9
thus far presented meets the objections
Of most CT the experts in Congress who
have been consulted on the matter.
There is a considerable element in the
House insisting that the great Chief
Justice Marshall blazed the way for
just such an emergency as this in his
famous decision defining in effect inter
etate commerce as intercourse between
States, to say nothing Of the applica-
bility to this case of another ALIEN
bracing decision of his concerning the
implied powers of the Constitution.
Not Satisfactory to Lawyers.
But broad as these doctrines are.
they obviously are not satisfactory to
the majority of the lawyers who are
members Of the two committees on the
Judiciary.
AS usual, the Senate has gone more
directly at the subject than has the
House. At the opening Of the session
Senator Culberson, of Texas, introduced
a resolution calling upon Congress tc
investigate the matter thoroughly,
with the view of determining the dis
puted point as to the authority of the
lawmaking body to deal with the sub
ject as recommended by President
Roosevelt. This resolution was re-
ferred to the Judiciary Committee.
Two or three days before Con-
gress adjourned for the holiday re-
cess the Senate committee briefly con-
sidered the proposition presented by
Mr.. Culberson, and referred his resolu-
ton to a subcommittee with instruc-
tions to report in extenso as soon as
practicable after the holiday recess.
The members Of this subcommittee,
Messrs. Clark, Spooner. Knox, Bacon,
and Culberson, are Of opinion that
there is no warrant in the Constitution
for Congress to assert over insurance
the power which the President, Senator
Dryden, and apparently all Of the in
suranee magnates appear to think Is
inherent in the legislative department,
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1906-02-09
NO INSURANCE LEGISLATION.
Congressman Will Talk, But Won't
Pass Bill.

Legislative experts at Washington do
not look for the passage of an insur-
ance law during this session of Con-
gress. Statesmen of all sorts and con-
ditions will talk much about it. There
will be a great deal Of discussion on
the floors of both houses. Senators and
Representatives alike will vie with
each other in denunciation of the meth
DDS of the insurance magnates as eX-
posed in the legislative investigation
which occurred in New York. Already
divers and sundry lawmakers at both
ends of the Capitol have submitted re-
marks that have stirred their constit-
uents to increased admiration of the
eloquence and alertness of the men
whom they have had the wisdom and
foresight to send to Congress. But in
the end nothing will be done-that is,
nothing except heap of talk.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1906-02-09
Very Trying.

everything and on every occasion. was
attacked by rheumatism. He was
carefully nursed by his wife. who was
very devoted to him, In spite OF his
fault-fnding disposition. Sometimes
the sight of his suffering caused her
to burst into tears as she sat at his
bedside.
One day friend OF the invalid came
in. and asked him alphabetically
how he was getting on.
Badly, badly" he exclaimed; "and
It's all my wife's fault"
Yes. The doctor told me that damp
places were bad for nae: and there my
wife sits and cries just to make the
air In the room moist"
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1906-02-09
States Insist on Rights.

A factor of no inconsiderable weight
in the matter is the insistence of near
ly all the State governments upon their
rights in the premises, and as Congress
does not seem to care to lend further
aid at this juncture to the centraliza-
tion movement which is rapidly beeom-
ing an acute issue in State politics, 1t
is regarded as altogether likely that the
liberalization of insurance will at
least be held in allegiance for some
time yet.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1906-02-09

and is being advocated by Senator
Dryden, Of New Jersey, president of
enc of the big life insurance companies,
as we'll as by other financial magnates
who, like Senator Dryden, are directly
interested in insurance and are pre-
sumed, therefore, to know better than
anybody else what the exigencies OF
the situation demand.
Senator Dryden, who studied law in
Yale, but who has not practiced much
in the courts, is of the opinion that
there is nothing in the Constitution,
either expressed or implied, which Con
gress should regard as an inhibition in
this matter But other members of the
Senate who have practiced law for
years declare that in this the New Jer-
sey statesman is in error. 1t is as
sumed that, generally speaking, the
picked lawyers of both branches of
Congress compose the Committee on
Judiciary in each house, and it can be
positively stated that as the case now
stands the majority of the members of
both committees are opposed to the
general proposition.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1906-02-09

many years before and their return
was notable. Each, like Keifer, lived
for years without prominence in poll
tics but both were older when they
came back. General Kiefer is now
6S but remarkably hale and hearty.
He was always conspicuous man
and is the more SO now because OF his
white hair and beard which were
tawny brown in the days OF his
speakership. He clings to the garb OF
the old time statesman and wears at
all times an old fashioned swallow
tailed coat cut much like the dress
coats of to-day. General Kiefer
served four terms in Congress, COM
ing to Washington first for the special
session of 1877. He was chosen
Speaker of the 47th Congress, Dec.
9th, 1881, serving but the one term.
Last year he was nominated for
Congress and had no very hard time
In getting the honor. The district Is
strongly republican and his majority
was the largest ever given any candi-
date
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1906-02-09
Would Spoil His Pleasure.

A certain Irishwoman, on her death
bed, called her husband to her side. Pat
rick" she said, 1--WE a last rayquist to
make of ye." Il couldn't rayfuse ye
anything, Mary, darlint," responded the
sorrowing husband Patrick" said
Mary, solemnly, 81 want ye sh'ud lave
mother ride in the carriage beside we to
me funeril." "'Tis too much yere askin'
of me, Mary" cried Pat, springing to his
feet in desperation. Mary. however, was
determined on this point, and Pat finally
yielded to her "last rayquist." I'll lave
her ride be me side" he promised. weep
ing bitterly, "but mark We, Mary, dar-
lint, twill shpoil the day for me entoire-
ly, that it will
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1906-02-09

The highest mountain IN Africa is
In Uganda On this mountain there
are one hundred square miles OF snow
and ice directly under the equator.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1906-02-09

The English authorities are SO re-
lentless toward the adulteration Of
food and drugs that recently a soda
water manufacturer was fined for put
ting too small a proportion Of carbon
ate of soda in the water.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1906-02-09
No Constitutional Provision.

The reason Of this is that the Judi
ciary Committees, both of the Senate
and House, thus early have about con-
cluded that the Constitution of the
United States does not provide for the
kind of legislation which is recon-
mended in the Presidents message,
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| BRIEF MENTION.
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Rev S. w. Rainey hasreturned from Philadelphia.
 Miss Leta Lowe of Bloomington, H., is visiting A. Brewster and fam fly.
 H. c. Stillwell was here iron HaI1y1> Sunday and registered at the Arling- ton. ,4ja, "
 Mrs. Will Rowland of Memphis Is visiting her mother, Mrs May Tomlin- son.
 H. l.. French was here from Dumas Sunday evening and registered at the Trulock.
 H. w. Graves was down from Little Rock Sunday evening and registered at the Antlers.
 George B. Caly of Arkansas City spent Sunday and Monday in the city tlansacting business.
 F. E. Huffstaten was here from Warmer Sunday and remained over Monday on business.
 Mrs. Will Gregg of Monroe. La, is spending a few days at the home of MT. and Mrs. E. A. Peck.
 J. D. Cox was here from Medford Sunday evening, and remained over Monday to transact business.
 Mr. Wolf Nichols has returned from the markets, where he bought a large and handsome stock for his firm.
 Mrs. Fred Hiner of West Fifth ave nue. returned Sunday after a weeks visit to friends and relatives in Cam den.
 J. J. Voorheis and E. E. Ramis were down from Little Rock Monday on business, coming in Sunday even- ing.
 Mir. W. L. Kline of the W. L. Kline Dry Goods company has returned from the markets. where he bought large stock for his firm.
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The Denver Express.

The play achieved one of the hits of last season. It contains liberal DOT tions of rattling comedy and dramatic thrills It is built up of the mate. rials that appeal to the theater-goers who admire the simpler virtues. The villain can always be relied upon to merit the honest hatred of his audi. ence, and the comic gentleman has an iron bound contract with the au- thor that he be given an opportunity to furnish a laugh every thirty sec onds "The Denver Express" admits of novel scenic effects and the com. pany presenting it has a we'll estab- lished reputation for effective work At the Elks theater Saturday. March o4, matinee and night.
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HE PRIVATE DETECTIVE
Their Name is Legion. ana They Watch All Glasses ot
 Business Employees.

I inc not only the services of dishonest doctors and lawyers, but the test- mony of witnesses paid to perJure themselves.
 Of one group of railway sharpers the ringleaders of which were brought to justice, it came out in the evidence that they made more than S5ooo d year by their practices.
 A real railway accident, especlallv one of any magnitude, is a perfect windfall to some of these rogues, II they are anywhere in the vicinity
 Taking advantage of the confusion and excitement, they make their ap- rearance among the injured Their "iniuries" are generally, of course, of an internal nature, and. utterln9 heartrending groans, they are carried off to be attended, if possible, by some medical accomplice.
 Now and again the conductors ol trains are in league with the sharpefs, which. of course, greatly facilitates frauds. Indeed. it is said that rail- way accidents, such as small col lisions, have been deliberately brought about by conspiracies of this kind.
 One particular "crook" made large sums by conspiring with conductors to push him off the train when it was ia motion. In this way he acquired q profitable crop of 'spermanant injuries to the spine for which the railway companies had to pay smartly.
 So numerous and so astute have the American detectives become of late years, however, that such frauds have become increasingly difficult.
 The suppression of malpractices of this kind is, as stated, the principal work of the great army of conner cial detectives. many of whom are ap parently ordinary citizens, or even workers-known as "plain clothes men," Among their minor functions is the watching of suspected employees especially those of banks and great financial houses.
 Any tendency to extrayagant habits or irregular living on the part of em ployes is noted and reported upon by these unsuspeeted watchers. Others there are who, in the guise of clerks and laborers, secretly note any ten dencies to disloyalty or discontent In this way approaching strikes are de tected, and, oftentimes, nipped in the | bud
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In no other country in the world, are so many private detectives enl- poyed as in the United States.
 Every great corporation has it's staff of "secret service men, many of them recruited from the detective forces of European countries.
 The chief occupation of these com mercial detectives is to protect the various institutions they represent from the depredations of professional swindlers of all kinds.
 These "crooks" are formidable army. Groups of them travel from city to city, concocting and carrying out frauds Of all kinds, aided in their nefarious plans by shady lawyers, physicians, and even, at times. by the employees of the corporations which they seek to victimize.
 Insurance companies are the ia .vorite prey of these robber bands.
 Of one audacous swindler. who was recently brought to justice, it IS stated that assisted by the cOnfeder- ates. he defrauded seven different ac- @eideht insurance companies of sums ageregating some $13,oO0. Had he varied his method, it is quite likely this particular "crook' would still be reaping. a golden har- vest. But he reapeated his device tco often.
 His trick consisted in slipping on a piece of soap while taking a bath, and sustaining "severe internal in- juries" He always had a doctor (of course, confederate) to testify to the serious nature of his accident; but, although the trick in itself was difficult of detection, a constant repe tition of it naturally awakened sus picion, and led to the downfall of the swindler.
 Some of the sharps pose as me chanics. and prey upon employers of labor, their method being to pretend to sustain some injury in the course Of their work. Aided by shyster doc tors and lawyers they bring actions for damages. Sometimes by takins out accident insurance policies, they contrive to gain a double share o1 plunder.
 Railway companies are victimized in much the same fashion-that is to say, by bogus claims for injuries and accidents. In these cases the frauds are generally more elaborate, involy
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CHARGES JURY
JUDGE A. B. GRACE OWELIS WITH EMPHASIS ON THE
 CRIME OF HOMICIDE.
snrino Term of the Jefferson Circuit Court Convenes, Grand Jury
 Sworn in and Ready for Work.

The spring term of the Jefferson circuit court convened Monday morn ing, with Judge A. B. Grace presid- ing and Prosecuting Attorney Jones at his post of duty.
 The grand jurors, a list of whom has already been published III tRes3 col1mns were sworn in shortly he. ter noon, and Judge Grace entered apon his chalVe to the jury lmmedl- ately. He touched generally upon the usual list of crimes which appear on the doclzets of the courts. and e1n- phasized in the commencement of his address the importance of taking coenizance of homicides. Judge Grace advanced some startling statls- lies on the subject. making the inter- esting statement to the jury that every man thereon had more chances of being struck by lightning than Of being hung for murder if indicted for that crime. He went on to show the cause of the laxity in the enforcement of the criminal laws, which he said was due largely to, public sentiment. The entire charge was a clear, con- else and powerful address to the jury showing a deep study of his subjects and a great versatility of thought anG expression.
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PINE BLUFF DAY A SPECIAL TRAIN WILL BE RUN TO HOT SPRINGS ON
 APRIL z. Lccal Board of Trade Asked to Help Make the Occasion a Success-A
 Pine Bluff Handicap.

The board of trade has been asked by the Hot Springs people to put forth every effort to get a large crowd to go 10 Hot Springs on Saturday, April [, which will be Pine Bluff day at the Oaklawn race track. A special race will be run under the name of the Pine Bluff handicap, and this will bring the name of this city before the readers of every paper of any size in the country.
 A special round trip fare of $1 for this occasion has been made by the railroad company, and there will ney- CT be a cheaper chance to see the world-famous attractions at the Springs. Special trains will be run, and everything possible to entertain the visitors will be done by the Hot Springs people, especially those at the race track and the various attrac- tions.
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Whitney Brothers.

Rochester, N. Y.. January 22, 1903 The Whitney Brothers quartet has appeared on several occasions at con. certs given in the association. They are strictly first-class in every way and people desiring a first-class enter tainment would do we'll to secure them. Mr. Edwin Whitney, the read CT, is up-to-date and his selections are excellent. I should not hesitate to recommend the Whitney brothers for the best kind of an evenings en tertainment for any church or organl zation.-F. L. Starrett. general secre tary Young Mems Christian associa tion. At the Elks theater Tuesday March 20.
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LETTING OF PAVING CONTRACT.

LETTING OF PAVING CONTRACT. Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received at the office of White and Altheimer until the 20th day of March, 1906. for the furnishing of the material and doing all the work for the grading and paving of Barra- que street in the city of Pine Bluff, Ark, from Chestnut street to Mulber- ry street, being ten blocks, and also half block on Chestnut street be- tween Barraque and Second avenue. Specifications for the work to be done and material to be furnished is now on file at the office of White and AL theimer, attorneys, subject to the in- spection of any person who desires to examine the same.
 The contract for the doing of said work will be let to the lowest re- spOnsible bidder on or after the 20th day of March, 1906 All bidders will be required to accompany their bid with good and sufficient bond pay. able to the commissioners of paving district No. IS in the city of Pine Bluff in the sum of $5OOO for the faith full completion of said work, and certified check payable to the under signed as commissioners in the sum of $500 must accompany each bid.
 R. c. THOMPSON.
 HENRY MARK,
 J. M. SIMPSON,
 Commissioners.
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to Monday night.

The Central Trades and Labor counci, will nod it's usual bi-Weekly session at Red Mems hall tonight. Matters of importance may come up for discussion, and a full attendance of delegates is requested.
 Wanted: Statesmen of ability and neat appearance to call on all Hler- chants in their territory; elegant side line convenient to carry; good com missions; prompt remittance. Bel mont Mfg. Co.,, Cincinnati, o.
 -Wanted-Gentleman or lady with eood reference to travel for firm of s25OoO0 capital. Salary $1,072 per year and expenses; salary paid week ly and expenses advanced. Address, with stamp, J. A. Alexander, Pine Bluff. Ark.
 -Manaecr Wanted-Reliable con- Dany wants responsible man to take charge branch house in Arkansas. Sta ole line, salary $125.00 per month and commissions. References and $1,ooO cash required. Address Lock Box 5S5, Chicago.
 -I.ost-Ladies gold open face watch. Engraved M. V. w. Lost up- on Second Second between Cherry and Laurel CT upon Laurel between Second ard Sirth avenue. Finder will return sane to 1921 West Second avenue and receive reward.
 -Wanted-n1en to learn barber trade. Splendid time to begin.. Busy season soon. Few weeks. completes. Yep wages paid graduates. Positions rafting. Best trade in the world for poor man. Little expense. Write nearest branch Moler Barber college, St. Louis. Mo-, Ft. Worth or Dallas, Texas.
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MAJ. PARkEs COMING.

Despite an increase of $500 per an mum which was offered him by tn , city council of Bessemer, Ala, Major J. M. Parkes has decided to accept the offer recently made him by the city council of Pine Bluff. At a meet ing of the Bessemer city council held March his resignation was accepted with regret and tribute paid him which showed how much his work was appreciated there. Alderman Nichol stated today that Maj. Parkes ould positively come to this city.
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Saturdays Receipts.

The cotton receipts for Saturday were 166 bales, against 472 on the same date last year; for the week, 424; last year, 1925; since September 1, 45,367; last year, 71,74S. The ship ments were 275 bales. against 312 last year; for the week 2355; last year, 2616; since September 1, 37, 373; last year, 58,167.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1906-03-19

Furnished front room for rent at 919 West Third avenue.
 Walkers Liver Tablets for sale only at Bedells Pharmacy.
 For sale cheap-Rough lumber Pine Bluff Lumber and Veneer con- pany.
 Gen H. King White is slightly in disposed today, though not confined to bed
 -Wanted-To buy good buggy horse. Chas Haycock, No. 113 Pine street.
 Lafayette chapter, Royal Arch Masons, will meet in regular monthly session tonight.
 -Wanted-A position for my boy Rebekah No. 85.
 -Chas. Haycock will buy or sell or exchange your property for you. Of Ice No. 113 Pine street.
 Nils Laurine Johnson, daughter of Capt. and Mrs. J. B. Johnson, is quite i'll with slow fever.
 Tonight is the regular time for holding the next session of the Royal and Select Masters.
 Everybody should attend the big book sale at 107 Second avenue Auc- tions at 2:30 and 7:30
 The Bartenders' union held it's regular meeting yesterday afternoon, and transacted routine business.
 -I have client wishing to buy house in the west end If you desire to sell, call at No. 113 Pine street.
 -Dr. w. P. Brandy has moved his office to 220 1-2 Main street, over the Sivess-Walton Dry Goods company.
 Board and room at 115 West Sixth avenue for desirable persons. Terms, S4,50 for table board. Mrs. E. J. Greer. All kinds of books are being sold at auction at your own prices for few days at 107 West Second avenue.
 Gun lost-No. 1, ten guage, dou- ble-barrelled, breech-loading shotgun; finder liberally rewarded by leaving with the owner, A. S. Knox, 10S Pine street.
 -Dr. Grandy uses the new method of painless extracting, somnoforme, also vitalzed air and neurocaine; all perfectly safe; 220 1-2 Main street. up stairs.
 Lafayette lodge. Knights of Pyth- jas, will hold it's regular monthly meeting at the hall on Main and Sec ond tonight. All members are re-. quested to be present.
 The Graphic erred when it stated that the little daughter of MT. and Mrs Ben Eisenkramer was sick with appendicitis. She is improving from an attack of bronchitis
 Don't fail to attend the big book sale at 107 West Second avenue. All the late novels and standard works will be offered at auction for a few days. Auctions at 2:30 and 7:3O. The Epworth League of the First Methodist church will hold its meet ing at the church tonight. The League recently decided to change the time of holding it's meetings from Sunday
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BIBLE CLASS AT Y. M. C. A.

The Bible class at o'clock was also attended by a larger number than usual, and the meeting was a very helpful one. Next Sunday the class will be photographed by fash light.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1906-03-19

Mrs. Banberger of Chicago, who has heen here for some time on a visit to her daughter, Mrs. Burton Well, left for home Monday.
 Mrs. M. l.. Bell and granddaughter, Miss Future Bloom, returned home Sunday from Chicago, where they have been visiting for several weeks.
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CRESCENT HOTEL

Eureka Springs. Ark, Open for the Season February IS, 1906. Many repairs and improvements have been made, the service will be better than ever. and the charges moderate.
 Here spring is thoroughly delight. full season, with clear, blue skies and the crisp air of the mountains temper ed by warm sunshine. If you wish to avoid the snow and slush at home tlhs spring, go to Eureka Springs. Booklets describing the hotel and the resort sent free on request.
 A. HILTON, Gen1 Pass. Agt., Frisco System.
 St. Louis, Mo.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1906-03-19

Bilious? Feel heavy after dinner? Tongue bloated? Bitter taste? Con- plexion sallow? Liver needs waking up. Doan's Reguelts cure bilious at- tacks. 25 cents at any drug store.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1906-03-19

Call for Drs. Williams and p, we'll at Evans drugstore. D'acS'
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THE MARKETS

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