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Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31
Biggest Wage Increase Yet.
Special to the Herald.

Special TO the Herald.
Chicago, Jan. 31.-One of the most
notable of the many wage advances
made by the railroads and other large
corporations since the beginning of
December will become effective tomor,
row, when $1,000 engineers employed
by Western railroads will go TO work
under the new agreement providing
for a general increase i'm wages and
readjustment of hours The agree.
ment applies TO practically all of the
railroads west Of Port William, Can.
ada, st. Paul, Chicago, St Louis and
New Orleans, to the Pacific coast and
south to the Mexican border The
advance benefits all engineers, wheth.
or in the freight or passenger service
or employed in the switch yards The
agreement is a notable victory for the
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
which is one of the largest and strong
est and at the same time one of the
most conservative of the railway
brotherhoods.
Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31
Oklahoma Fighting Railroads.

Special to the Herald.
Oklahoma City. Ok, Jan. 31-Judge
Prouty of the interstate commerce
commission is here to take evidence
in the complaint made by the Terri
tory of Oklahoma against the Chicago,
Rock Island & Pacific and other rail
roads operating in Oklahoma wherein
the Territory seeks to lower the wheat
export rate to Galveston, as well as to
obtain a lower cotton rate to the Gulf.
A hearing is scheduled for tomorrow
in the case of w. B. Johnston, an Enid
coal dealer, against the st. Louis &
San Francisco railroad. involving an
application for a lower import coal
rate.
Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31
GOT INTO TROUBLE.
an Who Paid Poll Taxes Had Exam
lining Trial Yesterday.

Waco. Texas. Jan. 3O.-Frank Scion,
Tho is charged with violating the cleo
hon laws by furnishing money and
thecks to pay poll tax of parties. had
IN examining trial yesterday afternoon
before Justice Albert Borgess., and his
bond was fixed at $500. this binding
him to the grand jury. There was con-
siderable interest in the case, as the
legality of this method of poll tax pay
ing was the question. The taxes were
paid last year in certain cases. and
the matter is to he tested this time, so
it is stated
Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31
Thirty Million Stock Sale.

Brooklyn, ~ Y, Jan. Comptrol.
Ter Metz will offer for sale tomorrow
$50 100000 4 per cent stock and bonds
of the city OF New York. The stock
and bonds and dates OF maturing are
as follows: S23.OO0,OOO corporate
stock, for various municipal purposes
maturing November /. 1856: $2,75O. 900
corporate stock. TO provide for the
supply of water, November ], 1856:
s1,950,O0O corporate stock to provide
for water supply, 1923; S25O.OOO New
York public library, 1856: $1,5OO.OOO
assessment bonds for street and park
openings, 1916; and 100000 as.
.sessment bonds for street improve.
ments, 1916.
Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31
Standard Oil Charges.
Special to the Herald.

DJEildl W lllt
Chicago, ILL.,, Jan. 31-The trial of
the Standard Oil Company of Indiana
on the charge of receiving conces-
sions on shipments of oil from Whit
ing, Ind, as set forth in one of eight
indictments recently sustained by
Judge Landes of the United States
District court, was set today for
March 4, after John G. MilIar, attor-
ney for the company, had entered a
formal plea of not guilty on behalf Of
his clients to the first count of the in
dictments. There are no less than
1903 counts in the indictment. and Mr..
Millar tried to have quashed all ex-
cept the first count of each of the
eight indictments against the compa.
ny. thus reducing from S3S.000.0 600 10
100000 the possible maximum fine
against his clients upon conviction.
The motion TO have these indictments
quashed was promptly over-ruled 10y
Judge Landes, and Mr.. Millar then de.
clined TO enter any plea upon the
counts in question. The court order.
ed the clerk to enter "A plea of not
guilty.
Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31
Higher Duties on French Liquors.

Special to the Herald.
Paris. Jan. 3l.-The additional duty
on absinthe and other liquors will go
into effect tomorrow, and the half a
million publicans in France are at
the present moment much exercised
in their minds because Of the addi-
tional duty Their syndicate has just
issued a proclamation recommending
them TO vote at elections only for
candidates pledged to defend their in
terests. As they put hundreds Of mil
lions Of dollars into the Golfers Of the
State annually, they are. they argue.
deserving of consideration, and they
will make their influence felt. Mean
while VI. Ribot. a former president of
the council. who is at the head OF the
parliamentary party which has been
formed TO combat alcoholism. is out
with some pretty emphatic interviews
on the subject The ravages Of alec
holism as he points out are gradually
extending There are no signs of a
reduction. Such parliamentary
group as that over which he has been
called to preside would NOT have been
Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31
Confueian Schools.
/ 10 the Herald.

Special TO the Herald.
Pekin, China. Jan. 31.-An imperial
edict was issued and goes into effect
today ordering adherence to the old
methods OF learning. and directing that
suitable men be selected as teachers
in the Confucian schools at Chifu.
where special attention is to be given
to teaching the code of ethics and
moral doctrines of the great Chinese
sage.
Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31
Firemen's Ball.
Special to the Herald.

Special to the Herald.
San Antonio, Texas, Jan. 31.-The
annual firemen's ball will be given
this evening at Beethoven Hall. The
proceeds will 20 to the fund for sick
and disabled firemen. This is always
one of the most popular social events
Of the season, and a large attendance
is expected.
Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31

'sf ne mad discussed his prospective
marriage with his parents. Henry
Bowie is known to have worried much
over his sisters condition, and had
several times made threats against
Posey. The latter knew the feelings
the Bowies had toward him and he
had been advised to leave the county.
Messages had been conveyed to him
which gave him notice that he might
expect just what happened. Some of
his fellow workmen discussed his
troubles and endeavored to persuade
him to leave the vicinity, telling him
he would surely be killed if he re-
manned, but he declined to heed the
advice
Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31
Texas Seed Growers Association.

Special to the Herald.
Waco. Texas, Jan. 31.-Pursuant to
the call issued by Messrs. A. NJ. Fer
guson, A. d. Mebane, T. p. Robinson
and J. NJ Jackson. a large number of
seed growers and delegates to the
Texas Corn Growers association will
hold a meeting today to organize a
State Seed Growers association. The
purpose Of the association will be to
improve the methods Of growing and
breeding all kinds of seeds. particu-
larly cotton and corn. and TO protect
by a method of seed registration all
originators Of valuable varieties of
seeds. The meeting is one OF the re-
suits OF the Corn Growers association,
which was in session here for the past
two days.
Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31

en- years ago. and it is a sat.
symptom, he says. that up.
100000 signatures would have
pended to a petition for the
on of absinthe. A bill for
ton Of the number OF public
now before the senate and
4 led effort will be made to
! spread of alcoholism.
Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31

tative men of the city and is pardcu-
larly important to the Elks and their
friends, as it is proposed to take steps
during the banquet towards building
a magnificent temple for the Elks.
This has not been built before because
the members of the order wished to
wait until they were prepared TO do
something on large scale when they
did begin TO build
Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31
Secretary Shaw TO Speak.
ncial to the Herald.

DptNidA ~ AAAt AAtA anu
New York, Jan. 3l.-Secretary Shaw
will be the guest OF honor at the an
nual banquet of the Missouri Society
at the Waldorf-Astoria tonight. 1t is
expected that the secretary will speak
on some subject in connection 9Th
the monetary question. The banquet
will be one Of the largest the society
has ever given. and the speech Of Sec
Rotary Shaw will add greatly to the
interest OF the occasion.
Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31
THE GOVERNORS STAFF.
All But Two Members Have Just Been
Announced.

Austin. Texas. Jan. 3O.-GOvernor
Campbell has announced the appoint
ment OF all but two members of his
personal staff as follows:
Colonels-John T. Bonner. Tyler;
John l. Peeler. Austin; George A
Wright. Palestine; W. A. Williams
Greenville; W. c. Sullivan. San An
tonic; John NJ. Adams. Fort Worth;
Lee J. Rountree. Georgetown.
Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31
Another Wreek On the Bio Eour.

Specil to the Herald.
Cincinnati. o.. Jan. 31.-Two train
men we're killed in wreck caused
by the collision Of two Big Four
freight trains at Troutman this morn
ing.
Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31

I will make special prices to every
one wanting to plant Irish potatoes.
Best Maine and Michigan Triumph.
Also fertilizer. Geo A. Wright.
d-w-tf Oil Mill.
Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31
Z COMBINATION BROKEN.
IAntonio Express Refused to Stand
for Organs Methods.

tin. Texas. Jan. 30.-The cOmbi-
that has existed for some time
news service between the Hous-
,st. the Fort Worth Record and
hn Antonio Express has been
l."
Of the papers are rabid Bailey
ons. and it is said that they
in loading up the wires with
honey for Bailey. while the
wanted the news would not
his character OF stun.
Iess insisted on getting the
Us, QUO Gould not get it under the
animation arrangement and pro-
ded 10 kick ont.
Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31
Trading Stamps Up.to-pate.
Iecial to the Herald.

F1I7'|UItIE 70 NIIN II-I tEINIs
London, Jan. 31.-A trading stamp
scheme in new and novel form has
just been launched here, and it is re-
specially called to the attention of
american merchants who want to APP
Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31

thaethey prowl through the cities and
towns at night. Bands of men are
being organized to exterminate them,
and this morning 10000 men will meet
at Island Lake and eneamp there I'M
til they have rid the district of the
pests.
Palestine daily herald. [volume] (Palestine, Tex.) 1902-1949, 1907-01-31
Huge Pack Of Wolves.

Lpeeial to the Herald.
Quebec, Canada. Jan. s1.-NOrtheTn
n>sy2 with huge packs q
- thal--ke~0a.a|.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

with all modern conveniences. on lot 50x150, for only $3.750. It would cost this to build the house.
 We are authorized to sell 110 acres of beautiful land. situated only three miles from the heart of the city, and one mile from city limits. There Is q nice dwelling and three tenant houses on the place. This place has one of the prettiest groves in the county on it and is only one-half mile from car line. Property adjoining this Is selling for s1O0 per acre and up. We can sell you this place for sS5 per acre. and it Is so situated that 1t can be subdivided into small truck farms and sold at a great profit.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

This is real money-On the N. W. corner of Perry and Madison we will self yoa A feet by 30 feet for $t3,500, half cash, balance long time at 6 per cent. For the 20 feet on the corner we have a customer who will take a 5 years lease on a one story building 20 by 40 feet that you can build for St,200, at a rental of $t,000 a year. $600 will build another such place on the inside lot that will bring the income up to minimum of $500 and probably $t,750 a year. At $500 rental you have an in vestment of 8 t-2 per cent. net. If you want to trade on this proposition see Us Mon day as 1t is too good a thing to go abegging.
 Remember that this means that you get back 40 per cent. of your investment in 5 years.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

We have j plat of 2S5 beau- tiful lots which lies high and level, on a gravelled street with city water right at 1t. Les ring Court Square this is the first piece of undeveloped property reached. It is now ready for development, and it is OUT judgment that the lots can now be mar .eted very readily. There is hardly q lot in the. plat va1ued at less than $I00, and many of them run as high as $250. We are authorized to sell this property at $225 an acre. If interested, cali at the office for details.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

We can offer to you down town business proposition amounting to $17,500 that will make you an absolute net 8 per cent. investment, and we can so arrange the trade that you wifi have to pay in cash only half of the amount and we wifi carry the balance at 6 per cent. If this interests you see Us Monday.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12
F. M. KOfdN & SON, 26 I-2 Commerce St.

For $2,f00, a house and lot No. IJ8 King Street. The house wou1d cost to build $2>- 500.00, and the lot is wortt, $900.00.s If you do not buy this, 1t Is because you are not in the market.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

On Goodc Street we have 70 acres for sale at $4,500. Across the street lots 50xt50 feet are bringing $500; five lots to the acre is $500 an acre. We offer this tract for $450 an acre.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

In the southcrn part of the city, nea. Fielder Street, we have | beantiful lot, 270x280 feet Tor $3,250.00.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12
REAL ESTATE BARGAINS

We are offering for quick sale one of the finest plantations in Montgomery County, about one mile from Pike Roads This place contains 800 acres of fine black land. plenty of tenant houses. good water, and In every re- us at once. and we can make you . price that will interest you. We can carry a large portion of the purchase price for you at per cent.
 If you want protection against fipe place your business with us. Our conn panles are among the best known inatf- tutions doing business in the State, and settle all losses promptly.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

A new seven room two story dwell ing, on Holcombe Street for $3.750.O0. situated near two car lines and in easy walking distance of town. Equip ped with electric light, baths, and san itary connections.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

well built nine room two story dwelling on Amanda Street. This house is equipped with all modern conven- fences such as electric lights, baths, and sanitary connections. I will be glad to show you this place.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

We havetwo sma1l stores for sale for $32,500; 1t may De that if you are wise enough to look into this proposition and take 1t up, that 60 days will show you $5,00o profit here.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

We have for sale three beautiful lots, with nice five-room cottage, situated on fine gravel drive and car line, in one of the hea1thiest and prettiest su- burban neighborhoods around Mont gomery. This is bargain for quick purchaser.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

Real Estate & Insurance
 Phones s2 and IS For Sale the City.
 On Mouton Street offer for sale of the desia bc dwellings in the City, call on Us for particulars.
 Lots For Sale.
 One of the desirable Bedding Lots extension of Wifi bay one of the prettiest homes on Sayre Street. On Cramef Avenue we offer beautid residence of material workmanship of the very best you want nice home, you should not neglect this opportunity. H Stores For Rent
 The season is near a. hand for uring your place of bu for the rental of mercantile propeyhefefore you lock- hg for a office, kindly let know wants. We offer for rent possession given October ts dpub or 5oxf3o three oofs in the wholesale district new corner building of erection, in the whole sale district.
 a For Sale
 new residence on Highland Avenue, modern and up date every respect Now youf opportunity to get home in which yoa will be the first occupant.
 For Sale Rent Y Two story dwelling Burton Avenue. This house has jst completed and modem in all of its improvements, ranged be oocupied by families desired. Contains 70 and two bath servant place. lot 50x225 Price reasonable terms easy. s45 EH For Sale
 Store Souh Court street, rented good tenants viii require but a sman cash payment, balance long me On Catoma offer desirable dwelling ores modem improvements Lot 50xf50 close in. beaufe cottage Bofton new and in best dtion has reception hail, parlor, dining bed roo kitchen bath electric lights, beau pape every convenience Lot 50x225 Price $3750O0. Terms easy.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12
MEDICAL.

I GTJARANTEE to cure private diseases of men quickly and permanently; don't go 10 Hot Springs: write me first s. P. Croweii:
 Leesburg, Ga.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

On a prominent street I have an up to-date seven room two story house. 1 can sell you this house for $4,200.00. $1,500.00 cash and balance to suit.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

On South McDonough Street a seven room two story dwelling situated on corner lot. Electric lights, sanitary connections and two baths. I can sell this place for $5,250.00.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

CE1aS. P~Our1ter Real Estate, Insurance and Surety
 Bonds. 20 Commerce St., Phone 1857.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12
ENGRAVING.

wANTED-You to illustrate your ads. with our cuts; they add 25 per cent. to the at tractiveness of any ad.; talk 1t over With esy -tf
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

On Pleasant Avenue, we can sell you a modern, six-room residence, on lot 54x147, elegantly finished inside and out. nice porcelain bath, stationary wash stand cabinet mantels. etc.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

On Virginia Avenue, we are author ized to sell nice large seven-room cottage, nicely papered throughout,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12
LAUNDRY.

WE DO IT"-The very best domestic fin-
 ish call phone 300 and wagon win call; agents wanted. Troy Steam Laundry. 30t
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12
Ct1as. P. Gunter.
FOR SALE

uated on large lot. This place is one of the handsomGAt places on South Perry Street A fghe chance to buy an elegant home. If interested, see about price.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

FOR SALE-Nice one-story house; west side Pleasant Avenue; three bed rooms. In best of condition. Regular size lot; $3,500 and terms to suit.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

FOR SALES. Perry Street lot; west
 side; 10sx222. In splendid
 location and cheap at $6,o00.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

For $50,oOO, $t5,OoO cash, balance on long time, we offer for sale a fine property on Lee Street.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

A beautiful five room cottage, sani- tary connections, porcelain bath. cleo tric lights, just completed out of the best material. This will make you an ideal home. Price. $2.000.00: S750.00 cash. See us early for this bargain.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12

FOR sALE-Cottage on corner lot for $2.25o. New. five rooms; lot 50x150: $1.000 cash; balance will be carried
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-05-12
wANTED-sALEsMEN.

SALESMAN--In each county for Lambert wrench and other fast selling hardware spe- ciaities. Exclusive territory. Salary a per day or commission. J. S. Ziegler Co.
 Chicago. -S
The San Francisco call., 1907-02-09
She Is Not a Stranger
TO Slang Phrases
District Attorney
Makes Dramatic
Protest
Seeks TO Spare Name
of the Dead Architect

NEW YORK, Feb. g.
OUT of today's testimony
was developed the fact that
Evelyn Nesbit Thaw has
given up the attempt to con-
vince any one that she was
married to Thaw before the
wedding in Pittsburg on
April 4, 1905. She has said
repeatedly that when the
time came she would show
proof of a marriage in Paris
in 1908, but now it is con-
ceded that while Thaw's
travelling companion abroad
and in New York, when
they were elected from ho-
tells there, she was not mar
[ried to him.
If there was one thing
made plain today it was
THAT Mr.. Delmas has Dis
Etrict Attorney Jerome tied
ION a rock. District Atror-
|ney Jerome as "Prometheus
bound" is not at his best.
Jerome writhes helplessly as
he watches Delmas.
Under guise of repeating
what she told Harry Thaw
at different times, Evelyn
Nesbit will be permitted to
reel off fathoms of testimony
that, otherwise wrought,
would have no weight in
court even if permitted.
This testimony is allowed on
the ground that it is a repe-
tition of what she said to
Thaw at different times.
So far from exhibiting
any evidence of prostration
resultant upon her first days
ordeal, the former chorus
girl appeared today as fresh
as a purple pansy blossom
when the court clerk sum-
moned her for her second
day of immolation.
She was more natural than
on Thursday. A slight color
tinged her cheeks, and with
added courage filer voice had
gained confidence until, at
times, as when she defended
Harry Thaw's character and
told how she had branded as
lies the tales of his infamies,
her voice rang out with
spirit and her slender foot
The San Francisco call., 1907-02-09
Jerome Writhes as Delmas Builds Case
Big Stick Poised for Schrnitz and School Board


easel the
The San Francisco call., 1907-02-09
WILEY FACED A
SHORTAGE OF
$4,000
Examination of Vault and
Books Explains Suicide of
Contra Costa Treasurer
WHAT BECAME OF
MONEY A MYSTERY
Relatives and Friends Are
at Sea to Account for
Dishonesty of the Official

MARTINEZ, Feb. S.-George A. Wiley,
Treasurer Of Contra Costa County, who
committed suicide last Monday morning,
was an embezxIer of county funds to
the extent of $1,000. Such was the
disclosure made when the vault In his
Office was opened today.
When the investigation of the day
was concluded District Attorney Henry
v. Alvarado announced that the short
age had been, in part of many years
standing and that it amounted, in ex-
act figures, to $16,S54.l4. The fears
and suspicious entertained during the
last four days were confirmed
The mystery of the shortage is by
no means ,cleared. Grave rumors are
afoat and Grand Jury inquiry has
been suggested. Men prominent in the
financial and official life of the county
are almost at swords points over the
exposure Of the day.
Where went the $4,000 which is
missing from the county's strong box?
No one pretends to Answer the ques-
tion. Wiley did not spend 1t in riotous
living. So far as is known, there was
no unusual drain on his resources. Not
even surmise can be offered as to
where the money went
OFFICIALS ARE RETICENT
Official reticence concerning the ex-
pose is remarkable. All is silence and
ignorance among the county officials
concerning how, when, why or where
this money disappeared. wiley's closest
friends appear utterly unable ito Of
fer an explanation. He lived modestly
and had no extravagant habits. His