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Arizona republican., 1907-06-15
SCHMlTZ IN CUSTODY
 BUT NOT IN PRISON
The Question of Bail For the Con-
 victed Mayor Will Be Settled Today.

San Francisco. June 14.-Mayor Eu- gene Schmitz, who was convicted last night Of the crime of eXtortion. is still in the custody of the sheriff tonight. While it is not definitely known where he is being held the supposition is that he is spending the night at his resi- dence. guarded by a deputy sheriff. Sheriff O'Neil refuses to tell where the mayor is and the attorneys for the prosecution say that they do not know.
 Schmitz's application for bail comes up before Judge Dunne tomorrow. District Attorney Langdon will con- test the application. The matter of accepting bail rests entirely on the dictation of the judge.
 The principal ground on which the mayor will ask for release on bail is that it is neces sary that he be free to transact public business. In the event that he is denied bail and goes to prison the prosecuting attorney contends that the duties of the mayor
Arizona republican., 1907-06-15
THE OPENING CHASM
 IN INDUSTRIAL WORLD
A Development of the Divorce of the Western Federation From the Indus trial Workers of the World.

Denver Colo. June l4.-At the con- vention of the Western Federation to- day John O'Neil. editor of the Min CTS Journal the organ of the federa ti0n. read a report in which he made an attack upon the Industrial Workers of the World and that part of the sO- cialis; labor party of New York head ed by DeLeon. The report will form the basis of the fight against con tinuance of the alliance between the Western Federation of Miners and the Industrial Workers. O'Neil also de fended himself against the attacks made on his policy in his magazine by certain federation members espe- cially by the McCabe union of Butte.
 O'Neirs financial statements showed that the magazine has a paid circula- ton of 4.s54 with readers in nearly every state and territory. Secretary Kirwan announced that he had re- ceived telegram from Attorney Rich ardson calling him tO Boise. He said he would leave tomorrow night
 Iii strike -at Bfsbee. Arizona, was brought to the attention of the conven- ton this afternoon by the following resolutions: That the executive board be instructed to take up the question of the Bisbee strike with delegates from Bisbee and render such assist aDce and support as may De in the pcwer of the board to the Bisbee strikers and that the board select d man to be sent to Bisbee."
 An amendment appropriating sl0,000 to the cause of the strike Was voted down after a prolonged discussion and the motion was carried in hs- original form. This means that the whole pow CT Of the federation will be put forth to win the Bisbee strike. Acting Pres ident Mahoney announced that men have been sent to Joplin. Missouri. where they are offering $4.25 and si.5G a day with free transportation, for miners to go to Bisbee. He said he had made arrangements for a cam paign of publicity in Joplin so that the miners there would not be tempted to go to Bisbee.
 Teofilo Petrilla, a graduate of a prominent Italian university. gave a most pitiful report of the revOiting condition of miners in the Mesaba range in Minnesota He described the camps where the man lived like worms and starved half the year that they might eat the other half.
 It was reported today that the Fed eration had refused to fly the Ameri can flag today over the building in which the convention is being held. This is untrue and Acting President Mahoney said that he ordered the flag put up.
Arizona republican., 1907-06-15
DOUBLE REGULATION
 OF 1Ht RAILROADS
The New Missouri Law Which Went Into Effect at Midnight, Produces Confusion.

Kansas City. Mo. June IA con flict between the state and federal courts that arose here today over the enforcement of the Missouri maximum freight and tWo-cent fare act. which went into effect at midnight, caused great confusion, and the end Is not in sight.
 While Judge McPherson was in the United States district court awaiting -the arrival of the attorneys for the principal railroads of Missouri, who had brought d joint suit asking him to enjoin the enforcement of new laws, the attorneys were holding a confer ence over the new turn in affairs. During the morning. the circuit courts both in Kansas City and St. Louis, had upon petition of Attorney General Hadley. issued an injunction against the railroads, compelling them to obey the laws
 When the railroad attorneys finally came into the federal court, the suit was postponed by Judge McPhersoE until tomorrow. The railroad attor- neys urged a postpOnement of the case for ten days or two weeks. but the judge refused. Yesterday the judge issued an order upon the request Of the railroads. restraining the com plainants from putting into effect and complying with the laws. and today. when the complication Of the circult courS arose, he continued the order in effect. This" the court said, he did. as great harm might be done and much confusion arise if the statue quo should be changed"
 Much confusion resulted during the day, in the minds of the railroads, as to what rates they should charge. and among the railways counsel as to which court bad proper jurisdiction. and which should be respected. The railways ultimately respectedH the or der of Judge McPherson and did not comply with the new laws.
 Assistant Attorney General Kennish declared that the injunction asked for by the railroads was most remarkable The railroads" said he. "ask the court to enjoin the roads from putting into effect the new law. The state will hold that because of this fact the state and its people are not enjoined by the federal court, and that the state court has jurisdiction"
Arizona republican., 1907-06-15
The Opening Today of the Second |nterna-
 tiOnaI Peace Conference
There Hope that It will Make War Forgotten but that it May Result in Mitigation of It's Horrors.

of permitting a further exchange of views and that~Iielegates may get bet ter acquainted it has been decided all ready to postpone the second session of the conference until Tuesday.
 Some optimists incline to the opin- ion that the fact that the difficulties are fully appreciated in advance is only likely to make the ultimate re suit richer. Upon the single question of publicity. the jealousy of the pow CTS has contributed directly to the bringing about of view totally diff f"rcnt from that which prevailed in 1899. Then not single power sup ported Sweden's motion for publicity Today Germany believes publicity will prevent her being placed iu a false po- sition and sthe fact that Germany re- fuses to should the odium of adVocat- ing secrecy forces other opponents some of whom doubt the eXpediency nf publicity, to support it.
 II is idle to deny that the antag- onism of Great Britain and Germany overshadoWs the conference. The Germans come to The Hague ex- tremeIy suspicious that the group of
 
 backbone intend 10 try to maneuver her into a position where failure to do anything in the direction of the limi- tation of ornaments will be laid at her door. Although some aid from Italy may be expected and Russia is not un- friendly. Germany is only sure of Aus tria and fears a trap. For instance. she is afraid of compulsory arbitra- ton lest it compel her to submit an interest which she deems vital to an unfriendly tribunal.
 Tn the event of a dash the immense strength of the United States position, free of European suspicion and back ed by Latin America. is universally recognized. For this reason the Amer jean delegates to the conference will act with circumspectior. They held two conferences today in which the situation was canvassed. The Amer jeans maintain great reserve but if can be stated positively that they have no sensational move to make in the matter If limitation at present
 Nothing has vet been heard of the letter of Count Okuma of Japan to Nj. Nelidoff. the Russian delegate. relative to the race issue. and the members of the Japanese delegation disclaim all responsibility therefor and scoff at the idea that it is intended to raise the question.
 Although exchanges with St. Peters burg regarding the text of M. Ncli- doffs opening speech were still in progress tonight. it is stated positively that it will contain no reference to the question of the limitation of arma ments.
Arizona republican., 1907-06-15
The State Begins the introduction of Cor
 rObOratNe Testimony
Two Lines of Evidence to Prove the Assassins COnnee
 tOn with the Officials of the Western Federation of Miners.

Boist, June 14.-The prosecution in the Steunenberg trial today. entering in earnest upon the substantiation and corroboration of Orchards testi- mony showed a continuous thread of evidence connecting George PettibOne's store in Denver, with Orchard at san Francisco. engaged on the Bradley murder plot; partly developed another direct line, by which it hoped to show that Haywood engaged and paid Steve Adams for the same desperate work. and added several touches of confirma- tion To Orchards general story.
 Officials of the postoffices at san Francisco and Denver produced rec 0rds showing that in August 1904. a registered letter was~sent under the name of "J. Wolff" from the address of PettibOne's store in Denver to "J Dempsey" at the Golden West hotel at san Francisco orchard swOrc that he stayed at the Golden West under an alias that was either 'Dempsey'' or Hogan" that Pettibone used the aliases of Wolff and Pat Bone" that under the name of Wolff" Petit bone in the month mentioned sent him Q registered letter containing $10O to pay expenses while engaged in the Bradley murder.
 Police officials of ogden established the arrest there in June 1903. of Steve Adams and A. T. Williams. They were sealed up in an eastbound car loaded with fruit. and when arrested for tres pass each had brace of revolvers. When released through the influence of detective who was brother Ma son of Adams, they went straight to the office of the Western Union and sent telegram to Haywood at Den yer.
 The defense headed off an attempt to get the contents of the telegram before the jury, but the state indicated
Arizona republican., 1907-06-15
SCHMITZ LOCATED.

San Francisco. June 14.-It wds learned at midnight from authorative source that Mayor Schmitz is ''in quarters" at the branch county jail No. ?. located near Engleside.
 Unless Schmitz can prevail upon some judge to issue an order admitting him to bail. pending his appeal from conviction. his successor in office will be promptly elected by the board of supervisors. Schmitz himself made declaration today under oath that his confinement in the county jail would prevent him from acting as mayor and the charter provides that when the mayor is temporarily incapacitated from acting his office shall be filled by the supervisors selecting one of their number as acting mayor.
 District Attorney Langdon is au- thority for the statement that the is sue is Schmitz's application for bail. The district attorney asserts that the prevailing custom of judges is to re- fuse bail to convicted persons pending an appeal. and it is intimated that if the prosecution has its way SchmitZ will be no exception. With Schmitz in jail the program which has already been determined on will be carried out rapidly.
Arizona republican., 1907-06-15
THE ALTON
 FREE AGAIN
The Road to Be Managed
 by its Stockholders
Mutual Abandonment of
 the Hartman and Rock
 Island Agreement.

New York, June 14.-The agreement between the Hartman interests and the Rock Island company entered into in 1904 for the control of the Chicago and Alton railroad company has ab- rogated by mutual consent, according to an authoritative announcement to- day. In the future the Alton stock holders will manage the property. Un- der the agreement which has just been abrogated the Rock Island company and the Hartman interest alternately controlled the Alton. the Rock Island company being in control one year and Hartman the next. The plan would have expired in 1914.
 The termination of the plan is said to be without prejudice to either par ". The Alton officials explained that II was simply an instance of letting the stockholders manage their own af- fairs. it was felt that that policy would best subselve the Interests of stockholders. There is to be no change in the policy of the road. which has been managed by the Rock Island since last September.
 
 and san Francisco roads is the present chairman of the Alton executive com mittee. At the present time the Rock Island has six representatives in the board against five of the so-called Hartman directors. A recent resolu- tion of J. B. Forgan. of the board re- duced that representation to four. It is understood that a meeting of the stockholders will be held to elect board of directors under the new plan, out no authoritative statement is made on that point.
 In financial circles it is generally understood that the Rock Island inter ests hold over 30 per cent of Alton stock and that Hartman and his friends hold 25 per cent.
 The financial management of the AL ton road by the Hartman interests as told by Harrimn in testimony before the interstate commerce commission some months ago aroused much ad- verse criticism and discussion as to whether or not action should be taken 10 restrain Hartman in his manage ment. to protect the interests of the smaller stockholders. The interstate
 
 no report on the matter. but severe criticism of the Hartman manage ment has been made by the cOmmis- sion's counsel and by Attorney Cen eral Stead. of Illinois in his report to the Governor of that state. In his re- port Stead said that the indebtedness of the Alton system has been increas- ed to a total of Ss0.646.21S since it came into Harriman's hands. "Of this amount only s22, ,J0O. 900 according to Harriman's own testimony" said the attorney general, was for the inn provement and extension of the road. over fortv-seven million of this in- debtedness. or more than 70 per cent of the entire indebtedness created by the syndicate upon the properties of these several companies was not ere ated in furtherance of any legitimate purpose for which the railroad com pany is or can be organized under the statutes of the state of Illinois"
Arizona republican., 1907-06-15
THE SECOND CONFERENCE.
Less Optimism Than on the Eve Of
 The First Meeting.

The Hague, June l4.-With the representatives of fOrty-siX countries gathered here. the opening of the sec ond peace conference. which takes place tomorrow, there is a remarkable contrast between the sentiments pre- yailing upon the evening of the orig inal conference and today. which has become the subject of general com ment. In 1899, although less than half the present number Of governments were represented, the hope of the world was high and there was vision of disarmament and banishment of the curse of war from among civilized peoples.
 Men were here eight years ago who recall how the delegates Of the powers met in response to a generous appeal from the Emperoy of Russia and en- tered upon the work with the zeal and enthusiasm of men on a holy mission. Yet three months later the dream faded. and nothing beyond the adOp- tion of a pious VOW remained of the object of the conference.
 Today, with the conference a world parliament in the fullest acceptance of the term, the delegates meet in more practical, sober spirit. Two wars have been fought since 1899. the military budgets of the powers are heavier. but disarmament has not been preached even. and the prospects of making a step in the direction of the limitation of armaments are very slim. At the same time all the delegates admit that the recent agitation in favor of disar- mament is stronger than in 1899. The trouble they say. lies in the European situation. which is So delicate that no single power is apparently ready to propose a formula lest it jeopardize the extremely useful work Of a mitiga- tion of the horrors of war. of dcfin- ing the rights and duties of neutrals. and perhaps extending the principle of arbitration. which may be accom- plished.
 The powers favoring a discussion of the proposal to reduce armaments, fear that unless the question is brought up as a whole. the idea may fall into universal ridicule. At the outset it is seen that the important thing to avoid is discord, and with the purpose
Arizona republican., 1907-06-15

that 1t would return tO the charge later and further develop the incident when 1t has broadened its foundation
 The state through an official of the Western Union, produced the original Of the telegram supposed tO haV,. been sent by Attorney Fred Miller of Spo- kane. now recorded as one of Hay woods counsel. to Harry Orchard after the latter was arrested at Caldwell for the Steuenberg murder. but did not introduce it because it's identification is still insufficient
 The state got an order from the. court directing the Western Union to produce it's records to show that Hstv- wood sent none. tO Adams at ogden. When the ogden testimony vas in- troduced Adams was brought into court under guard to be identified Adams name has run all through the trial. but this was his first appearance, ir person Adams seemed to be in a defiant humOr and walked to point directly in front of the jury and gaze,I steadily at the witness. confrDntinc him\
 Besides it's work on the Pett!bor..- Orchard and Haywood Adams lines the state produced several witnesses who confirmed features of Orchards story as to the Bradley affair. his frs, descent into the VindicatOr Mine. with the object of doing violence. the final success of the Vindicator plot and the circumstances under which Detectiv,. Lyte Gregory was killed
 Aside from the fight against the ad- mission of all the evidence offered by- the state on the general ground that ir in no way connected the accused. the defense cOntented itself with showing that all the witnesses had been locat- ed and interviewed by PinkertOn deiec- tives. and that they had been given advances of expense money through the PinkertOn agency.
Arizona republican., 1907-06-15
ST. PAUL'S RECEPTION
 OF SECRETARY TAFT
4 Sudden Illness Inte-fered With the Distinguished Guests" Full Enjoy r1ent.

St. Paul, June I4.-it looked for time as if the banquet which was giv- en at the Auditorium tonight in honor of Secretary of War Taft would not be graced by the presence of the. sec retary. who was taken ill suddenly while reviewing the troops at Fort Smelling, shortly after noon. The ban Quet was billed to commence at six o'clock, but it was not until 1:i5 that the secretary reached the banquet hall Looking somewhat pale. but with face wreathed in smiles. the secretary strOde through d long line of ban queters. The 2000 seated at the tables, and as many more who occupied the balconies. rose to their feet cheering lustily To the Associated Press the secretary stated that he was feeling much better. His attack was merely severe attack of indigestion. which was brought on by series of ban quets which had been rendered him since he left Washington on his west ern trip.
 The banquet tonight, which except for the visit to Fort Smelling. was the only function which the secretary was able to attend. was given on an inn mense stage of the Auditorium. Plates were laid for 2000 banqueters, while the boxes and galleries surrounding the stand were thronged by handsome ly gowned women.
 When Secretary Taft spoke, his voice was so strong that he was heard in all parts of the auditorium.
 He said: Tt has come to be my DOT rion to receive hospitality from great many people; from those in the Phil ippines. Panama, Cuba, Porto Rico, and to have. with Senator Clapp at my
Arizona republican., 1907-06-15

right hand. to run the risk or several winters in Washington: but it remain ed for me to surrender to the Twin Cities of the North
 The condition in which I find my self tonight is my own fault and can refer to Archbishop Ireland for the truth of the saying: You may bray a fool in a mortar among wheat with d pestle and his foolishness will depart from him Il dent know whether that is the St. James of the Douay version but the substance is correct
 The fact is caught cold. and added to my indiscretion by eatinq too heartily of the cheer provided for me at my various stopping places. ] am confronted with a weakness that l ought not confess. ought not be here now. but for the desire to come to witness this wonderful greeting want to make the statement just as strong as if I were to make a speech for an hour, which I am enOt going tO do. I hoped to invite your attention to what has been accomplished in the construction of the Panama canal and to give you my idea of what We have been doing down there in the Isthmus. but I must plead my condition and simply give you an outline of what has been done"
 Secretary Taft outlined briefly the plans which have been made for the prosecution of the work. After a few words of excuse for cutting his ad- dress short, Secretary Taft said good bye and then. before the cheering sub sided. he was out doors into an auto J. Hill.
Arizona republican., 1907-06-15
BODIES RECOVERED.
Of The Crew and Cadets of The Min
 nesota's Lost Boat.

Norfolk, June 14.-After many hours of weary dragging of the water Of Hampton Roads in a systematic search by the navy for the bodies of the eleven victims of the battleship Mime Sota's sinking launch on Monday night, q grappling party tonight located the launch and the bodies nf the men in eight fathoms of water off the Rip raps.
 All day long the search has been kept mp in the vicinity of the course likely to have been taken by the party on their return from the Discovery Pier at the Exposition grounds to the MarShip.
Arizona republican., 1907-06-15
THE PRESIDENT SToRMBoUND.

Oyster Bay. N. Y. June 14-Presi- dent Roosevelt tonight is stormbound on Sagamore Hill by an incesSant pour of chilling rain too forbidding for outdoor pastime. The president re- mained indoors during the second day of his summer vacation. He saw>no visitors. but spent the day with Sec Ietary Loeb.
Arizona republican., 1907-06-15
INDICTMENT OF A BANKER.

Pierre, s. D.. June 1s.-The federal grand jury indicted on ninety-five counts Charles c. King. former presi- dent of the First National Bank of Scotland. s. D. charging him with em- bezziement. misrepresentation of funds false entries and the fraudulent issue of certificates and drafts.
Arizona republican., 1907-06-15
ARIZONA POS1MASIEES.

Washington, D. C.. June 14.-tSpe- ciaL)-AriZona postmasters have been appointed as follows: At Houck. J. T. McAlister. vice J. w. Bennett. resign ed; at Superior. Ernest F. Kellner. Jr.. vice George LQbb. resigned.
Arizona republican., 1907-06-15
THE MONTANA KID
Was Found to Be Out of His Class
 With Jimmy Burns.

Los Angeles, June 14.-It took Jim my Burns George Memsic) of Los Angeles seven rounds to put an end to the Montana Kids aspirations as a fighter of his class, before the Pacific Athletic club tonight. The Montana Kid made a remarkably plucky fight but was completely outclassed. and was knocked down repeatedly and se- verely punished The Montana Kid is a LOS Angeles pugilist.
Arizona republican., 1907-06-15

The Hague. June 14-ln readiness for the opening of the peace confer ence tomorrow the city is blossoming out with flags today and every civ ilized country on the globe is hoisting its standard over the hotels and lega- tions clustered at the two principal squares. while the hotels facing the sea with their multi-colored banners. form a stirring picture.
 IL was like vast camp of the na- lions of the world.
Arizona republican., 1907-06-15

will devolve upon Supervisor James Gallagher who is chairman of the fi-
 nance committee and who has been granted immunity in the graft cases.
Arizona republican., 1907-06-15
WEATHER TODAY.

Washington, June 14.-AriZona. Fair Saturday. warmer in northern portion today. Sunday, fair.
Arizona republican., 1907-06-15

FOR RENT-Fruit orchard and pas ture, with six room house and place Tor chickens. Close to town. Fruit now ready to market. Immediate DOS session. Reasonable rental to reliable party. E. E. Pascoe, no North Cen ter St.