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The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
PROF. HAAS OPENS HIS
new DANCING ACADEMY

Prof Maurice Haas has opened his fall
term dancing class at the hall No. s. l52
Weybosset street corner of Eddy. The hign
reputation the master Of dancing has at
tained was sufficient 20 make mis- opening
Of the new academy last evening the oc-
casion for an exceptionally larg4 ga her
ing. Prof. Haas is a member Of the Amer
lean National Association OF Masters Of
Dancing and his school is exceedingly
popular with those who desire 70 learn the
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From now on there Will be evening
classes for ladies and gentlemen from s
20 10 and II possible afternoon class for
ladies will be formed providing a suita-
bile number Is obtained
The chlldren's classes will be- formed
on Saturday afternoon October 6. The
beginners will be instructed from I'll 1,
while the more advanced pupils will have
the floor from to 8. Those desiring pri-
vate lessons can upon consulting the pro-
fessor arrange the time 10 suit their own
convenience.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
HEARST'S CONVENTION
HAS Big ATTENDANCE
Continued from Page Ten)
DELEGATES ASSEMBLE.


Delegates and others began TO gather
early outside Carnegie hall long before
noon. the hour set for the convention.
The hall on Fifty-seventh street was lib
orally decked with American flags At the
back were the arms OF the state Of New
York and large portraits OF Lincoln and
jefferson.
CALLED TO ORDER
The independence league convention
was called to order at ! p. IN. by state
Chairman Ihmsen. Temporary Secretary
William A De Lord read the call for the
convention.
Every mention of Hearst's name was
enthusiastically cheered. the cheering fol-
lowing the first reference lasting fully
five minutes. while several delegations
marched cheering around the hall
Following the reading of the call State
Chairman Ihmsen announced that the
state committee had selected Willard a.
Glenn OF Syracuse as temporary chair
man and John f. Brusk, as sergeant-Gt
arms, and William A. DeFord OF New
York as secretary
Mr.. Glenn was escorted TO the platform
and spoke al length.
The names Of Altor h. Parker. Mayor
Mcclellan and Lemuel r.. Qulgg were
greeted with groans and Kisses when re-
ferred to by Mr.. Glenn as political fix
ure heads" representing corporate inter
ests headed by Thomas f. Ryan and Au-
gust Belmont Mr. Glenn closed at 2.o5.
A resolution was passed providing for the
appointment OF usual committees
The convention at 2:25 p. m. adjourned
| until p. m.
There was much disorder at the time,
many delegates clamoring for recognition.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
MACHINlSTS TO HOLD
ANOTHER OPEN MEET ING

The machinists have been called TO an
other open meeting by Organizer Church.
IN TO be held Thursday evening The let
ter notifying them is as follows:
To the Organized Machinists OF Provi-
dence:
Greeting-I am glad 20 call 20 your at
tention the large number OF machinists
I'm this city that have taken this oppor-
tunity OF the mass meetings held under
the auspices OF Rhode Island lodge No
l42, to connect themselves with the l. A.
OF NJ. / am very grateful 10 the press OF
this city for the fair treatment shown. our
organizing movement. for with their as
sistance II has made II possible for our
organization TO reach the hundreds OF
machinists in this city Rhode Island
lodge No 147 will hold the third open
Sept 1s at s p. m. in the new Labor
Temple, 90 Mathewson street. for the
benefit OF the machinists OF Providence.
Don't fail 10 attend the open meeting
as we have a treat in store for the
machinists Of Providence which will be
we'll worth the time spent. There VIII
also be made at this meeting arrange
ments to meet with the Swedish speak
ing machinists OF Providence. cam
paign 10 thoroughly organize the
Swedish machinists here also.
All are welcome to attend this meet
ing and learn what has been done aud
what is to be done for the machinists
Of New England Don't forget the
date, Sept 13, l 906. The business agent
will be at the machinists' headquarters
every evening 20 meet them from 7
p. m. TO 10 p. m daily. Rooms As, new
Labor temple, 90 Mathewson street A
Swedish speaker will be present
II. Y. CHURCHILL,
y b. A. List. No. 10, /. A. Of NJ.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11

Fresh from his summer vacation. Rev
A b. Cristy SUPERINTENDENT OF the Rhode
Island Temperance league, was nara at
work yesterday at his headquarters IN
the Banigan building when a representa-
tive OF the News Democrat called.
do you find conditions I'm Providence
satisfactory now?" Mr.. Cristy was asked.
He stroked his chin thoughtfully a sec
ond or two and then responded, with some
emphasis:
''Well yes They are not quite so salts
factory as we could wish. but they are a
good deal better than they ever were be-
fore.
''There are certai nplaces in the city
that have never been closed. despite the
most heroic efforts Of the police, / am
Informed, and / cannot ascertain the rea-
son why.
There's a saloon on North Main street
where poker and other gambling games
are allowed and have been for years. /
am told the proprietor, or man who con-
ducts the place has friends at court so
10 speak. I'm a lieutenant and a man who
has been captain OF police.
"The saloon is not In the name or the
man who runs IL, and the gambling goes
on I'm what is alleged TO be a club
"Then there's "a house OF rather unsav-
ory reputation in the same section, In q
residential neighborhood where fully Gl
Hebrew girls. ranging I'm age from 10 20
d years, reside This house has been con-
Quoted by the same woman, ] am told, for
the past rs or 20 years.
Its inmates. by their mode OF living.
furnish an extremely bad example TO their
more decent neighbors, but the latter
cant do anything more than complain,
and the police say they have tried time
and agin 10 obtain evidence. but can't do
so. as the woman does not sell liquor and
they can't get spotter' into the house,
though they are convinced of Its general
while find a few sporadic cases OF
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
ANGRY ITALIAN
STABS SECTION
BOSS 4 TIMES

Michael Deloquin OF Middle street. Paw
tucket. a French section boss in the en-
ploy OF the Rhode Island company, was
stabbed four times this morning on
Washington street, North Attleboro, by
an Italian who had been recently en-
ployed by the company Deloquins injur-
les may prove fatal.
Several days ago n number OF Italians
came to this city from Providence 20 AS
eist In laying the rails for the North At
tleboro electric road. A man, known as
No. 732. did the knitting, and was one OF
the new recruits. He did not prove to be
an efficient workman and was laid cff by
orders issued by the foreman, Robin Ju-
dras.
This morning the italian reported again
for work and was told by Deoquin there
was none. He became enraged and draw
Ing a knife. rushed upon the boss. being
Joined I'm the attack by his father. who IL
also one OF the section gang Four times
the Italian struck Delodun. twice In the
abdomen, once I'm the neck, and the
fourth time in the forehead. Deloquin
sank 10 the ground exhausted by he loss
OF blood. The two Italians then rushed TO
the woods.
The injured man was placed unon a car
and conveyed To his home i'm PawtuclkeL
Word was sent 10 Deputy Sheriff r.. G.
Brown. The officer Immediately went to
the scene OF the stabblng and conducted
q search through the woods. but was un-
able TO fined the assailants.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
JEWISH UNION
TO Be FORMED
IN THIS CITY

Tomorrow evening representatives from
every Jewish society and congregation IN
this city and state will assemble I'm Work
ingmen's hail, 12S North Main street to
discuss the advisability OF forming per
manent fedora tion OF Jewish organiza-
tions Similar federations are being es-
tablished ia other states pledged the fol-
lowing principles:
ITO establish relations between Jewish
organizations for the purpose OF enabling
them TO work IN unison on all matters
pertaining To their welfare and TO strive
for the betterment of the intellectual and
social condition OF the Jewish people.
"To promote the welfare OF Jewish inn
migrants. defect the current OF immigra-
tion to parts OF the country where the de-
mand for labor Is large and untitled land
Is available and To educate the newly-ar-
rived Jewish immigrant and fit him TO
become an intelligent, loyal and law-abid-
ing American citizen
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11

this character, which have puzzled me
long time, no less than they are said
10 have puzzled the police; a fly or two
cannot spoil my ointment, and / would
say that / do not believe that l ever
knew the city TO be so thoroughly
under the control OF the police as IL Is
today.
II here constantly OF places hereto
fore considered impregnable being
closed by viglant captains, who are
now in charge OF the districts In which
these places had been allowed 20 run
without being disturbed. and this en-
courages me to believe that the other
places ! have In mind will yet be
reached unless less dependable elements
again obtain control OF the districts In
question and political pull resumes it's
pernicious domination.
"Apropos OF politics the Rhode Island
Temperance league Is watching and
waiting 20 see whether the police are
going to afford genuine protection TO
the Democratic caucuses this year.
81 have a personal interest In the
matter, because / suffered, along with
others, last year and the year before.
Il was read out OF the Democratic
party last year by the committee of
eleven, though / never was a Democrat.
voted on i'm the Democratic caucus,
though / never voted In one nor at
tended one in my life.
This outrage deprived me OF my
right TO sign nomination papers / saw
the board OF canVassers and registra-
tion and protested as strongly as |
could and was assured that everything
possible would he done TO afford be
protection"
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
FINE WEATHER FOR
THE SALEM MUSTER

Salem. Mass. Sept. u.-Ideal weather
favored one Of the largest veteran fire.
mems musters ever held In this city to-
day. There were q tubs entered for the
playout contest on the common and In
the parade through the streets this morn
ing IL was estimated there were 2500 men.
Former Mayor Joseph n. Peterson was
chief marshal The streets were gay with
bunting and flags and the city was crowd
ed with visitors.
Lack of hose delayed the start of the
playout for over an hour and a strong
head wind interfered with good scores.
Following is the result OF the first Ave
tubs to finish:
City OF Lynn, Lynn. lhs feet Ssinches.
White Angel, Salem, l70 feet si2 inches.
Alabama Coon, Stoughton, 1h5 feet So
inches.
Enterprise. Campello. lS7 feet 6Is inches.
Protection. Haverhlll. 150 feet 6iA inches.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
ST. MlCHhEi'S CATHOLIC
CLUB ELECT OFFICERS

st. Michaels Catholic club received
an invitation from the pastor of 81.
Michael's church. ReN. FIR. Walsh, TO
assist at the dedication OF the -. Ber-
nard chapel OF the church. Sept 80.
The old board OF officers was elected
with but one exception. j. II. Lanigan
declining denomination on account Of
pressing business.
The new officers are: President.
-trffft trfts=f1=afrt.tI4 tnrr7=Iterz president.
Henry Fredericks, recording secretary.
Joseph Farrell; financial secretary. V.
j. Gallagher; treasurer, Thomas OHara;
board OF trustees =. r Gallagher, Wal
ter Donnolly Joseph H. Kiernan, audit
ing committee J. Il. Lanigan, William
= Curran. William Cudahy; custodian,
John Pulsifer; librarian. Z. r. white;
investigating committee. Edward NJ.
O'Hara. Thomas G. Blake, Jr., and Al
brichtBusche.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
HIBERNIANS TO HOLD
CONVENTION ON SUNDAY

The Providence county biennial county
convention Of the Ancient order OF HI
bernians will be held at Central Falls
next Sunday. Five delegates from each
OF the IS divisions In Providence county
will be eligible 10 a vote at the conven-
tion and also three officers fro meach OF
the four military companies, which will
make total OF 1O2 qualified delegates in
addition to the county officers and mem
bers OF the county board.
The convention will be opened after
the delegates have attended solemn high
mass I'm St Jean Baptiste hall, and will
be presided over by County President
Terence T. oates OF this city. with John
j. Revens as county secretary.
All the newly elected state officers and
many visiting members from Massachu-
setts and Connecticut are expected TO be
present Mayor McNally will open the
first session with an address OF welcome.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
PROTECTION FOR AMERICANS

Washington, Sept 1l.-American ship
ping and commercial interests about Ha-
vana are 90 have the protection of an
American warshp In Cuban waters
While government officials show an In
clination not 20 discuss Cuban affairs be-
yond making public dispatches from Mr.,
sleeper, the American charge at Havana,
confirming dispatches printed In the daily
press there can be no doubt from the at
tltude Of the officials that the cruiser De'
Moines which cleared from Norfolk yes
terday ls sailing on state department
mission and II n rumored In official cir
cies that she will proceed Immediately tu
Havana
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
PROTEST AGAINST LOCATION
OF APPRAISERS STORES

Boston, Sept. 1.-THE merchants of
Boston, through the presidents OF the
chambers OF commerce and the Asso-
ciated Board OF Trade, have sent "a pro
test to Secretary OF the Treasury Shaw
against the location of the United
states appraisers stores at the north
end, this city.
Last week is was announced from
Washington that Secretary Shaw had
decided 10 purchose "A site from the
Boston Gas company on Commercial
street. The merchants contend that the
stores should be located nearer the
custom house and they have requested
an opportunity to .present their Views
on the matter.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
SCHOOL RE0PENING MAKES
LIVELY WORK AT CITY HALL

The unusual activity I'm and about Or.
Chapins office causes the occasional vis-
ttor to the city hall TO inquire as 10 the
reason.
IL is, however. quickly explained. The
children returning 10 school must have
their vaccination permit. and N the moth
er overlooks this all-important detail a.
Is necessary for her 10 apply 10 the su-
perintendent OF health before her child
can return 10 school
Within the past week about 800 OF these
permits have been isued and prospects
point 10 next week carrying the number
up into the thousands
As many children are sent 20 school be
low the age. a scrutiny OF the birth rec
ords results, and this means more work
In Dr. Chapins office
In order that all may be accommodated
without congesting the office space
table has been placed outside the Office
door, and here the rush Is handled
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
AUTO CASES CONTINUED
AT hPP0kAUG TODAY

A continuation was granted this morn
ing in the cases Of George III. Phillips Of
New York and ID. NJ Lodge Of Boston.
who suffered the indignity and annoy
ance Of occupying guest chambers Of
Kent County jail one night and appeared
before Judge Loomis I'm the Fourth dis
trict court the next morning, pleaded not
guilty TO the charge of overspeeding their
autos within the Warwick town limits
and were held in 800 surety for their
appearance before the same court today.
The continuance today was at the re-
quest of Col. +. II. Quinn, town solicitor,
who Is on his vacation.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
PILOT HELD RESPONSIBLE
FOR STEAMERS STRkNDING

Halifax, N s., Sept 11.-By the decision
of the marine court on enquiry filed to-
day, Pierre Peppin, licensed Quebec
pilot, is held responsible for the recent
stranding of the steamer Mystic In Bean
len channel. I'm the st. Lawrence river.
Peppin was fined $3.50. The steamer was
bound up the river from Cape Breton
with coal and counsel for the pilot con-
tended that II was necessary to take the
Mystic out OF her course because OF lights
suddenly appearing directly ahead, ap-
parently those OF a steamer and a scow
at anshor. Capt Abbott OF the Mystic
was eXonerated.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
HOMEOPATHIC CONGRESS
BEGINS ms DISCUSSIONS

Atlantic City. ~ j.. Sept. 1s.-The
worlds Homeopathic congress. which
was formally opened yesterday. began
today the scientific discussion OF papers
on varied subjects
Prior 20 the meeting OF the congress
the delegation 20 the American Insti-
tute OF Homeopathy, which is meet
ing In conjunction with the congress.
held business session and took up
important questions among which was
the matter OF establishing an institute
medical journal. This question was laid
over until tomorrow and tho Institute
adjourned 90 meet In the scientific scs.
sion OF the convention.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
LIEUT.. TREADWELL
KILLED BY BAND
Of PULAJANES

Manila. Sept 11.--Lieut II. r. Tread
well OF the Philippine scouts was killed
last night by Pulajanes six miles south
OF Barenen. He was In command OF a
small detachment OF scouts whose biv-
ouac was attacked during the night by 100
Pulajanes Lieut.. Treadwell was the
only man hit. Troops are In pursuit Of
the band
Sixty troops and 40 constabulary struck
band OF Pulajanes near Sitio Marabo,
killed one and wounded several Of them.
The rest of the band escaped. The troops
sustained no casualties and destroyed a
large quantity Of supplies gathered by
the PulaJanes
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
PALMA HAS BEEN
TOO lEN|ENT
WITH REBELS

Havana Sept. 1i.-Concerning the
present attitude OF the government and
the DEGREES issued by President Palma,
Gen. Rafael Montalvo secretary Of pub
lie works said TO the Associated Press
correspondent today: The government
has been entirely too lenient with the
rebels our desire TO avoid fraternal
bloodshed has been mistaken for vacil-
lation. The suspension OF constitutional
guarantees was necessary To effect the
arrest Of several senators and congress
men who form the central revolutionary
committee I'm this city ayd whose actions
have been closely watched lately by men
OF the secret service.
Aggressive action now will be begun"
Gen. Montalvo concluded, against the
rebels in Havana, Santa Clara and P.nar
Del Rio provinces"
Ernesto Sterling, secretary Of the
treasury. said, THE report that the Cuy
ban government has been in communica-
tion with Washington is without foun-
dation. Washington has not been con-
suited in any manner"
Government officials claim that the
administration is capable OF coping with
the situation.
The following individuals were arrested
today:
Elk Congressman DR. Malberty Clerk
of the House of Representatives Felipe
Gonzales Sarrain, DR.. Manuel Secudes
and ex- Mayor OF Havana Juan Ramon
OFarrill
What appears to be positive confirma-
tion has been received of the report OF
Alfredo Zayas. president OF the Liberal
party and vice president of the Cuban
senate. has Joined the insurgents outside
OF Havana.
The mayor OF Moron, in the province
OF Puerto Principe. reported a fight in
his vicinity between the rural guards
men and volunteers with a band OF rebels.
The latter was dispersed The casualties
OF the affair are not known.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
PENTECOSTAl SOCIETY
GETS SClTUsTE CHURCH

The Pentecostal Church society OF Scit-
uate has acquired the property OF the
Congregational Church society OF that
town. now defunct, and will reopen tn
church next Sunday
The Pentecostal society has been given
a free lease OF the property for 20 years
and has expended about $500 on the eN-
terror and 5000 on the interior.
The securing OF the property Is due
largely 10 the efforts OF Rev. Mr.. White
and tho property Is worth about 5000.
Rev Mr.. White has arranged for sew
eral good addresses az the opening next
Sunday. among the speakers being Rev.
T.. E Angel. principal OF the Pentecostal
Collegiate institute Rev. F. A. Hillery
editor OF Beulah Christian OF Providence,
and Evangelist r. f. Talbee OF Bristol.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
DIED SUDDENLY
BEFORE DOCTOR
COULD ARRIVE

Newton Angel, a retired farmer, e5
years old, died suddenly in his home on
Angel avenue in Graniteville this morn
ing OF rheumatism OF the heart, from
which he had been suffering for some
time
About IL o'clock he hitche1 his -sorse 10
n buggy and started to drive 10 this city.
At Centredale he became III aud was un-
able 10 proceed.
friend drove him back home and as
sisted him into the house, where, before
medical assistance could be summoned, he
expired. He is survived by a widow.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
COL. BRYAN STARTS ON
HIS SOUTHERN TOUR

St Louis Sept IA reception com
mttee including many prominent Demo-
Gratis greeted w. j. Bryan on his ar
rival here today. 81 Louis Is the first
stopping point IN Mr. Bryan's Itinerary of
the south which will end In Indian Terri
tory late this month. lie will speak at
the Coliseum tonight
After breakfast at the Hotel Jefferson.
Mr Bryan held a general reception and
later visited the Merchants exchange.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
PRINCIPAL HURD TAXES
HELM At DEAF SCHOOL

The Rhode Island Institute for the Deaf
reopcned this morning under Principal
Bdwin Hurd and with "a reorganizcd
corps Of teachers and attendants
The principal directed the disposal of
the pupils as they arrived and stated
that the studies for the present would
follow the lines OF the curriculum " tho
past year
The opening attendance Is expected 10
reach from so 20 20. and possibly exceed
the latter figure
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
THREE BIDS FOR SEWER WORK

The time for receiving bids for tn
construction Of sewers on Mckinley ave
nue. from Elmwood avenue 10 Algcr ave
nuc on Mount Pleasant avenue from
Atwells avenue TO Dover street, on Prog
ress avenue from Webster avenue [
Whitehall street and on Waterloo stree
from near Parade street 10 Dexter street
expired today at the office OF the com
missioner OF public works. Bids wer
submitted by George X. Newman. Fran
Gammino and Frederick T. Shaw
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
WEhVERS ON STRIKE
At GLASTONBURY, CONN.

Glastonbury, Conn, Sept 11.-About 40
weavers at the Franklin Glazier e. Son
mills at Hopewell are out on strike the
trouble arising over whether the picks of
threads I'm an inch OF cloth, which is the
be sis on which the men are paid should
be connected while the cloth is on the
loom or after IT is removed.
Tho mon refuse 20 count the picks, al
though IL is said they received an ad-
vance recently OF 25 cents day for so
doing The strikers have no union.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
MEMORIAL BOX CONTENTS
WILL NOT Be EXPOSED

The memorial boxes were removed from
the Soldiers and Sailors monument to
day and carried 10 the vault In the city
hall. where they will remain until the
monument IL reconstructed In the new
location
Curiously Inclined persons hoped that
the contents W the box might be vN-
posed TO view; city Auditor Chase CON
sidered this unnecessary and lnnppro-
prtate
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
JAMES 4. GARLAND
AGAIN CRITICALLY ILL

Hanover, Mass, Sept. I.-Arter a CON
sultation OF physicians. it was announced
today that James A. Garland. the wealthy
New York clubman, who had been seri-
ously in for several weeks at the home
OF Or. l.. " Briggs here. was in criti-
cal condition.
A return OF pneumonia conditions had
caused an acute attack OF heart failure
and it was believed the patient coulI not
live more than "a hours
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1906-09-11
ITALIAN CLUB TO MEET

a meeting of the Republican Italian
Political club 81 the Ninth ward will be
held az y On. in Bonevolence hail. cor
ner of Brayton and Spruce streets to-
morrow evening Among the speakers
scheduled are Antonio Cap0st0sto. an
Italian attorney. Mase Llzotte and Elisio
+. Pessturo. the secretary OF the club.