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The Forrest City times., 1907-04-12
Changes Name of Reservation.

W Scotr Smith the new sHperin tcndcnt Of thc reservation al Hot Springs has announced that the off cial namc of che reservation will here after be United States Reservation, -" instead of Hot Springs Reservation. '" under which name il has gone for many years. The reason assigned for this change Is that all the document arH evidence of the government justi- fcs it.
The Forrest City times., 1907-04-12
Will Build School House

Citizens of Plumeryille will erect a new brick school building to cost 5000 or more. Nearly sl 900 was raised by subscription and the School Board has been authorized to borrow the remaining amount needed.
The Forrest City times., 1907-04-12
Boy Drowned in Pond.

Robert Lee Craig. d ten.year-old boy living al Fl Dorado. was drowned re gently in Miles pond. one mile west of that eity He was endeavoring to cross the pond on d plank and in some manner lost his balance and fell in the water
The Forrest City times., 1907-04-12
Rushing Railroad Construction.

Tiemakers are strung mp and down the Missouri and North Arkansas Rail- road for 50 miles. and l.000 teams and 2,000 men are at woIk grading and clearing the right Of way Bridge work is being pushed rapidly. and all together, railroad wor5=has never progressed SO rapidly in northwest Arkansas in the construction of any road before
The Forrest City times., 1907-04-12
James Morris Commits Suicide.

James Morris committed suicide at nis home near Conway by placing q shotgun under his chin and pulling the trigger The charge Of the gun tore off good part of his head. Nor ris. Nho was about 27 years old. had been suffering with a serious attack Of rheumatism for several weeks.
The Forrest City times., 1907-04-12
Boots and Shoes in We'll.

Claude Chapel, butcher living al Beebe. while attempting to get a bucket of water from the well at the rear of his shop, drew out boot case. containing q commercial travellers samples of boots and shoes As the goods were for only one foot. if is supposed that the thief who stole the samples, threw them i'll the well in order to get Id af nseIeSs articles.
The Forrest City times., 1907-04-12
Wrecked by Gas Explosion.

The boiler room al the Fort Smith Wagon Factory was demolished by 3 natural gas explosion, and the fire which resulted destroyed that part of the wreckaee not carried away by the explosion. Charles Peake, the night watchm2n. was badly burned.
The Forrest City times., 1907-04-12
Craps Lead To killinn

1t Floyd Switch, near Bassetts. 9 miles south of TeXarkana. Will Harris and Nelson Stout. negro section hands. engaged i'll q dispute over d game of craps. stout seized an axe and cut Harris head m twain. The murderer then escaped and is still at large.
The Forrest City times., 1907-04-12
A. |. Sohader Dead.

A l.. schader. one Of the wealthiest men in Arkansas. died at his home in Little Rock recently. from the ef- fleets df injuries received in mn away. His wealth is estimated at half 2 million dollars.
The Forrest City times., 1907-04-12
Will Establish Barrel Factory.

The E. D Williams Cooperage Com pany will erect at Leslie q barrel fac tory with d capacity of ,600 barrels q day. IL proposes 10 finally make Leslie the central location for all it's exten- siye manufacturing interests
The Forrest City times., 1907-04-12
Accidentally Shot

Frank Chew. Nell-known farmer living r miles west of Helena, near Barton. 3as dangerously wounded by the accidental discharge of pistol which he was cleaning. The ball en, tered his right breast and lodged in his shoulder.
The Forrest City times., 1907-04-12
Stranger Cuts His Throat

A stranger who gave his name as Pat MeRabe. attempted to commit suicide at Sheridan recently, by cut ting his throat threc times. neither one Of which Is likely to prove rataI
The Forrest City times., 1907-04-12
Found Dead In Field.

Thomas Neeee. 2t wears of age. was found dead in field near Fordyee. He was subieci 10 epilepsy. and 1t is believed that he died while suffering i1om an attack of The disease
The Forrest City times., 1907-04-12
Or. J. S. Corn Dead.

Dr ]. $. Corn, q prominent physi- cian living at Nashville died recently of heart failure while on a fishing expedition.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17
DRUG BARGE CAPTAIN
River Thieves Ransack Cabin
in Quest of Money.
VICTIMS ARE CHLOROFORMED
Crew Had Hard Work ArOusing
Capt. f. II. Kicks and wife from
Deep Slumber-Robbers Secure SI2
and Two watches-Leave Many
Valuable Things Untouched.


special to The Washington Herald
Norfolk, Va, Feb. l6-River thieves
last night broke into the cabin on the
Baltimore barge Columbia. chIoroformed
Capt E H. Kicks and his wife, ran
sacked the entire cabin, and scattered
things in it to the four corners thereof.
The thieves, it IS thought, were seeking
a large amount of money which Capt
'Ricks had drawn from a local bank with
which 20 pay the stevedores. who were
loading his vessel with lumber, and all
that the intruders got was s12 in cash. q
valuable watch Of the captains. and the
watch and ring belonging TO Mrs. Kicks
The thieves were evidently looking for
nothing but money and iewelry. as there
were valuable articles in the cabin which
were only tossed about. The stolen
watches bore the initials of the captain
and his wife Every nook and corner in
the cabin was searched by the thieves
Capt. Kicks and his wife failing to
make their appearance early this morning
as usual, the members Of the crew Of the
Columbia were led to make an investiga-
ton at O'clock
The cabin door was found locked. No
response was made TO raps and calls. and
the door was forced. The captain and his
wife had TO be shaken vigorously before
they could be awakened The thieves are
supposed 10 have entered the cabin
through a window.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17
LACE SALE AT BUSY CORNER.
Special Bargains to BE shown To-
morrow by :. Kann, sons & Co.

While everyday is bargain day at the
Busy Corner. tomorrow is to be an I'M
usually good one There is 10 be- a sale
Of laces and embroideries that will be a
delight to the women Of Washington.
Those who can appreciate fne qualities
viii be much pleased. as will those 70
whom bargain prices appeal
Sales of this character viii b. less fire.
quent this year because of the heavy ad-
vance in prices, and therefore this sale
assumes greater importance There
are fourteen lots included I'm the sale Of
laces and embrOideries. and each az a third
and more less than what is usually paid.
As an instance Of the savings a lot of
laces are Offered ii ga cents a yard that
are worth from I2lz 10 50 cents under
usual conditions.
With the sale Of embroideri-s and laces
comes that Of white goods. and the feat
ure OF tomorrow offerings in white goods
is a 45-inch mercerized imported white
batiste 10 sell for p cents a yard, OF
course there are other weaves for those
who want them. This firm has been for
tunate in the purchase Of a lot of under
muslin sample garments. including gowns,
petticOats. drawers. corset covers. and
ellelllieES LLdl are bEduilLuil1 IIiLIiiieu
in the best Of laces and embr0ideries.
and are 20 be sold AT 50 cents and y cents
each. A woman can readily see how
much under price these undermuslins are
at glance
Then there viii be a sale of silk dresses
that are really made up from ends OF
silk of which there was Of each piece
about enough for dress or two. These
silk dresses were shown the writer and
included q pretty style with net yoke,
girdle. and full skirt. also jumper and
prncesse effect There is fully "a third
10 be pocketed by the woman who Sc
Iects her spring dress from these to-
morrow.
Novelty silk pongees are the most Ia
vored OF silks for spring wear, and the
firm OF ). Kann. Sons & Co, is making
q special feature OF a splendid quality, IN
rough effect. for a dollar a yard. Ii is
really as good as the styles shown in
many other stores at S.50 and $40.
These We're shown IN the latest check and
striped novelties. and were indeed very
tempting.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17
MESSAGE TO THE BLIND.
Mrs. walker Fearn TO Give Interest,"
ing Talk Next Saturday.

Many Of the blind Of this city, and
those who are interested in their welfare.
have been invited to be present at
Rauseher's next Saturday, February %,
at 4:30 o'clock, when Mrs. Walker Fearn
is TO give an illustrated Message Of Love
to the Blind.
Mrs. Fearn has known Queen EIizu beth
of Roumania intimately for years It
was Vatra Luminoaasa-the luminous
hearth-the city for the blind and their
families. which Queen Elizabeth is build
ing. that aroused the enthusiasm Of Mrs.
Fearn. while working recently With the
Queen. She was inspired to undertake,
with the Queens encouragement, a MIS-
sion of love, 10 bring hope, comfort, and
benefit to the sightless Of the world.
On next Saturday afternoon Mrs Fearn
viii describe, with the aid of stereoptieon
Illustrations. the splendid work the Queen
is accomplishing in her own land; will tell
Of her daily life, and that of the royal
family in the palaces at Bucharest and
Sinaia: of the Vatra Luminoasa. it's
cheerful homes and happy people. and the
Interesting story Of how she came 70 take
up the mission. Her work will be differ
ent from any hitherto undertaken.
Mrs. Fearn is associated with no organi-
cation for the blind, but win cooperate
willingly with all good work in their be-
half. She solicits no subscriptions nor
funds Of any kind
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17
STROTHER CASE THURSDAY.
Attorneys Arrive at Culpeper 10 Pre-
pare for Big Legal Battle.

Special 70 The Washington Herald
Culpeper, Va, Feb. 16.-The case against
James T. and Philip ]. strother for the
killing Of William F. Bywater will be
called in the Circuit Court for this county
Thursday, when, # is now thought. both
sides viii announce themselves ready for
trial
Il is not. however. expected that the
widow Of Bywaters will be able 10 attend
court at its opening. but that she may be
well enough 10 testify some time during
the progress Of the case.
Judge Thomas W Harrison. Of Winches-
ter, viii preside at the trial Counse! -
the State are Mai. Micajah Woods, of
Charlottesville and John Keith. Of War
renton, while John L. Lee, Of Lynchburg;
John L. JefrTies. OF Norfolk, and Walton
Moore, OF Fairfax. viii look after the in
terests Of the defense.
The counsel on both sides are here this
week. preparing for the trial which will
have great interest for the public, and a
host of partisans on both sides Will attend
court.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17
MARYLAND APPEALS COURT.
Opinions Are Handed Down I'm Sew
eraI Cases.

erRI Cases.
Special 20 The Washington Herald
Annapolis, Feb. l6.-To-day's pro-
ceedings Of the Court of Appeals were
as follows:
No 9. The American Bonding Company. Of Bal
timore, vs.. Louisa Ensey. executrix Of Lot Ensey
and
No TO- Same vs.. Alexander W Chsndlee sur
vving partner; two appeals in record. from the
Superior Court II Baltimore City; judgments re-
versed with costs above and below. and new trials
awarded in each case. Judge Pearce delivered the
opinion Of the court.
No Il. Susan Lowe vs.. Elizabeth Whitridge
and Eugene Greenway executors Of Grace Ann
Greenway; appealed from Circuit Court No. 2 Of
baltimore CITY: decree reversed. Judge Boyd de-
livered the opinion Of the court
No - Charles T. Smith vs.. Charles J. Nc
CUmick ct al appealed from the Court OF Com
mon Pleas; order affirmed. with costs Judge Burke
delivered the opinion Of the court
No Il. Mary L. Grosscup vs.. Samuel r. 7.
DOWney, use Of Robert c. Dowuey; appealed from
the Court Of Common Pleas. Judgment reversed.
with costs and cause remanded for new trial
Judge Schmuoker delivered the opinion Of the court
No l6. Morris Legum vs.. Peter Blank and Jacob
Levin; appealed from the Court Of Common Pleas
Judgment affirmed. the appellant to pay the costs.
Judge Boyd delivered the opinion Of the court
No g. The Colchester Beach improvement Com
pany. Of Kent County vs.. Joseph Schanagl, hy his
father and next friend August Schamagi appealed
from the Superior Court Of Baltimore City, mdg-
meHt affirmed. with costs to the appellee. Judge
Burke delivered the opinion Of the court.
No. 81. The Northern Central Railway Company
vs.. The United Railways and Electric Company: ap-
pealed from the Superior Court Of Baltimore City
was further argued and concluded By Fielder c.
slingluf for the appellee and John J. Donaldson
for the appellant
No s. Charles \. ShugaTs vs. James l. Shugars
appealed from the Circuit Court for Carroll County
was argued hy John J. Watson and Thomas q.
Hayes for the appellant and Charles T. Fink for
the appellee.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17

Some Of the most becoming of the
dresses for young girls introduce the
bretelles and one of these suitable for
home-making Is shown. The waist may
be Of the material OF the skirt, with
the bretelIes contrasting or of a diff
ferent material. with the bretelles
matching the skirt Any cloth may
serve for the dress. with the
waist of a lingerie or silk fabric The
skirt is in eleven cores and fully box
pleated. Box-pleated skirts are per
haps the favorite for young and older
folks. as they may fit the hips smoothly
and yet have a wide tipple at the hem.
The dress is very simple to make and
sure to prove becoming. For the me-
dunn size. 1-2 yards of 32-inch mate
rial are needed, or 81 yards of 32-ineh
goods for the waist if a different fabric
is preferred.
pattern of this dress-sizes, u, Il.
and 16 years-may be obtained by in
closing 10 cents in stamps and address
ing Pattern Department. The Wasting
ton Herald. 7S4 Fifteenth street north
west, and giving number (2431) and
size wanted
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17
NOBLEMAN ADOPTS INFANT.
Descendant of Lord Fairfax to Be
Taken TO France.

Special to The Washington Herald
Winchester, Va, Feb. IA little baby
boy, John Cecil Fairfax. three months
old in whose veins flows the blood OF
Thomas. Lord Fairfax. baron Of Cameron,
and that of the famous Carroll family
of Maryland. has been adopted by
wealthy French nobleman, Marquis de
Montferrier and his wife and will be
taken to Paris in a few days. The child
is now in Winchester.
Recently its mother, the beautiful Eliza
beth Carroll Fairfax. wife OF William
Fairfax. died. The child was left in the
keeping Of Mrs. Frank Baker, of this
city, and the father, brokenhearted, went
10 Canada Mrs. Baker, the local agent
Of the Childrens Home Society. ascer-
tanned that Marquis de Montferrier de-
sired TO adopt the infant, and to-day legal
papers We're prepared by Attorney Robert
Barton, Of Winchester.
Mrs. Baker viii sail on La Provence
next week, accompanied by the baby and
a maid.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17

Measures for the relief of those who
lost their homes and household effects in
the fire on North Alfred street last night
were discussed to-day at a conference
between Mayor Paff, Police Justice Cation,
Aldermen Curtin and HILL City Sergeant
Cox, and delegation OF members Of the
Cooperative Charities Association. 1t
was to solicit aid for the relief of the
sufferers. and announcement was that
those who wish to contribute can leave
their donations at the drug stores Of
Ernest l. Allen and W F. Creighton.
All contributions will be turned over to
the Cooperative Charities Association for
distribution
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17
GRAND JURY ENDS SITTING.
Washington County Officials Recon-
mend Changes I'm Laws.

oIeclaI % The Washington HCuId.
Hagerstown, Nd, Feb. I6.-After being
IN session SIX days. the Washington Coun-
~ grand jury completed its labors this
evening. One hundred and fifty witnesses
were examined and twenty-three indict-
ments returned
In its report the grand jury reiterates
the recommendation made by the last
grand jury that there should be some new
legislation 10 regulate the transfer Of real
estate on the books OF the county. and
prevent the confusion which now exists
on account Of persons neglecting TO make
the proper transfer at the time Of dis
posing Of real estate.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17
Canning Factory DESTROYED.

NTlClaI % IUt " aaIEIIsL'IL fitIlI'i-
Hagerstown, Nd, Feb. 16-George S
Stevenson's canning factory. located along
the Western Maryland Railroad at Chews-
Vile. washington County. was destroyed
nv fire this afternoon along with 200 bush
els Of corn, II tons of hay, $500 worth of
en1pty cans. and all the machinery. en-
failing a heavy loss. There was no insur-
ance. It Is thought the fire stated from
sparks from passing locomotive.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17
MISSISSIPPI SOCIETY MEETS.

Preliminary arrangements for the an
nual excursion and concert 20 be given
for the benefit of the society were made
al a meeting OF the Mississippi Society
at Pythian Temple, last night Alississip-
plans were urged by Clifton p. Clark,
president. to lend their efforts TO max
ing both affairs successful
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17
BRIDE CHANGES HER MIND.
Ready to Wed One Man, She EIopes
with Another at Last Minute.

Special to The Washington Herald
Roanoke, Va, Feb. 16.-Miss Mary
Smith, who came here from Montgomery
County several days ago to purchase her
wedding trousseau in which TO marry
William Scraggins. of Montgomery. last
night elOped 10 Washington with DR..
Thomas J. Hughes. Of Saltville. and the
pair were married at the National Capital
to-day.
Miss Smith is the daughter of f. F.
Smith, the wealthy Virginia cattle raiser
DR.. Hughes was an old sutton. He came
here yesterday, took the young lady to
the theater last night, and then they
eloped
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17
Midshipman Carey Resigns.

Special 10 The Washington Herald
Annapolis Feb. l6-The Naval Academy
authorities this morning accepted the
resignation Of a number OF midshipmen
who were recently found deficient In
studies Among the number was Lee c.
Carey. of Berlin, Nd, youth who has
made an excellent athletic record both
on the football team and on the track
team
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17
Railroad Inquiry AdjOurnS
to Meet in Richmond.
RELIEF FOR FIRE SUFFERERS
Mayor PaH Presides at Conference
TO Devise Means To Provide for
Families Who Lost Their All i'm
Friday Nights BIaEe-WiH CeIe-
brate WashingtOn's Birthday.
WASHINGTON HERALD BUREAU,
Bell Telephone 49,
Cnrner of PRIMO and ROYAL Streets

Alexandria, Va, Feb. 16.-After a ses-
sion Of two days at the Alexandria County
Courthouse, IN an investigation Of COM
plants affecting the passenger and freight
service of the Washington, Arlington and
Falls Church Railway, the State corpora
ton commission this evening adjourned,
to take up the hearing Saturday. March
>, in Richmond, when additional test
mony viii be received and final arguments
made. Among the witnesses examined
to-day We're W. s. Hoge, George n.
Newell. G. a. Veitch. NJ. E. Church, A.
D. TOTreysOn. Harry r. Thomas, Vice
President Hubbell, Of the company; J. A.
Gerke.. J. R. T. Garrett. general passenger
agent of the road, and c. R. Hinchman,
the secretary and treasurer.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17
FIX MINE DISASTER BLAME.
Jurymen Decide Incompetent Of
ficiaIs Were Employed.

ficiaIs Were Employed.
Special to The Washington Herald
Cumberland, Nd, Feb. 16.-The coroner's
jury, after exhaustive inquiry into the
mine explosion at Thomas. ". Va. which
resulted in the death Of twenty-five men.
finds that the gas accumulated through
the ventilating machinery not being in
motion.
The following are found guilty: Arthur
Stuart, fire boss. for failure to see TO It
that the ventilating machinery was in mo-
ton, and for not making "A thorough ex-
animation Of the mine; William Riggle-
man, mine boss, for failure to see if the
men operating the ventilating machinery
were on duty at their respective places
the Davis Coal and Coke Company for
allowing incompetent men to occupy re-
sponsible positions.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17
Candidates for JudEeshin.

The names Of Attorney John NJ John
son, Delegate James r. Cation, Judge
Louis c. Barley and Commonwealth At
toTney Samuel G. Brent have been men
toned in connection with the Circuit
Court judgeshp should Judge Nicol re-
sign in the course Of his candidacy for
the seat IN Congress made vacant by the
death Of Representative Rixey.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17
Accepts Call to HaEerstown.

SPECIAL 10 The Washington Herald
Hagerstown. Md, Feb. 16.-Rev. W.
D. Keller of Canton, Ohio, has accent
ed call TO the pastorate Of the German
Baptist Brethren Church, HaRerstown.
and will deliver his first sermon to-
morrow morning. He was educated at
Ohio Northern University and at Mount
Morris College.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17
MORE DIRECTORS ELECTED.
Five Men Added To Board of United
states Trust Company.

At a meeting of the directors Of the
United States Trust Company, held yes
terday, five new men were added TO the
board as follows: Hon. South TrImbIe,
Representative from Kentucky u. NJ.
3Iidyette. general Southern agent Of the
Fidelity Mutual Life Insurance Company
Gerson N0rdlinger, of the firm Of Phillips
born x Co; Ralph Hall Davis. president
Of the Commonwealth Trust Company Of
Petersburg. Va. and William L. Penfeld,
former solicitor for 'he State Department.
The treasurer reported that he had re-
ceived from payments on stock subscrip-
tons about $4,000 Several matters of
Importance 70 the company We're cOnsid-
cred among them the examination Of
plans for the remodeling of the building
on Fourteenth street. which is TO be the
home of the company.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17
CONDUCTOR IS PARALYZED.
Harry Brandt Stricken While on
Pennsylvania Train.

Special TO The Washington Herald
Elkton, Feb. 16.-Harry Brandt, one Of
the oldest passenger conductors on the
Pennsylvania Railroad between Wash
ington and Philadelphia, while on south
bound train No. 3 this morning, suffered
a stroke Of paralysis after his train had
passed Elkton.
His condition became so serious that
he was taken off the train at PerryviIle
and sent 10 his home. His recovery is
doubtful
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17

Point for the Advertiser-The
newspaper that goes into the
homes is the newspaper that brings
advertising results. More people
here by thousands are reading The
Washington Herald than ever be
fore read a morning newspaper at
the Capital
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1907-02-17
ARGUMENT IN ALVEY SUIT.
Defendant Demurs TO Attachment
Suit Filed by Former Wife.

Suit Filed by Former Wife.
Special 10 The Washington Herald
Hagerstown. Nd, Feb. 16.-In the Cir
cult Court here to-day Judges Keedy and
Henderson heard argument on the demur-
Ter filed by William Alvey to the attach
ment suit brought by his former wife
Mrs. Ida NJ. Hartwick, of Baltimore. Mrs.
Hartwick attached the interest Of William
Alvey in the large estate left by his
father, the late Chief Justice R. II. Alvey.
of the District of Columbia Court of Ap-
peals, for the support of William Alyey's
two children, who are now in the custody
of their mother, Mrs. Hartwlck
No decision was rendered by the court