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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
CAUGHT AN EARL
The Engagement of Mrs Potter Palmer is Announced
 Be Married in the Fall.

Chicago, June 1S.-The Tribune last night received adyices rom London telling of the engagement of Mrs Potter Palmer to Aubrey Fitzclarence, Earl of Munster and Baron Tewkes- bury. The engagement has not been announced officially, but the Tribunes correspondent declared there was no doubt an understanding had been reached. The wedding VII take place in London in the fall.
 This report confirms rumors that have been current for some time.
 The peer who has won the heart and fortune of Chicago's social leader, is bachelor 54 years old and not bless ed with superabundance of this worlds goods. He, however, is said to be handsome and man of charm ing manners. He has had no public career other than that or gentleman usher to King Edward. His London residence is 70 Elizabeth street, Eton square, and he has house at Brigh- ton.
 For the rejuvenation of the earrs establishment Mrs Palmer will bring an income of more than $350,00O q year, derived entirely from the Chi cago real estate and other properties left by MT Palmer at his death in 1902. Mrs Palmer has proved pgr' dent administrator of the estate which at that time was estimared to be worth $S,0OO,O00 and which has stead. fly increased in value.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
CARS OFF THE TRACK.
Contents Scattered Along the Tracks
 Near Wilton Last Night.

South Norwalk, June 1S.-By the wrecking of a freight train in Will ton,, last night, ten freight cars were thrown from the track and with their contents were badly smashed, the rails for some distance being filtered with almost everything imaginable. The wreck was so serious that two wreck CTS, one from New Haven and one from Harlem river were summoned, and it was late this morning before everything was cleared up. Investi- gation showed eight lengths of rails had turned over and railroad men at- tributed this to the inaitention the track had received during the past few weeks owing to the strike of the sec tion men.
 There was narrow escape from a wreck of train No 567, east bound to Norton last night owing to journal on one of the cars breaking. Forum ately the accident was discovered in time and the car was cut out of the train.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
NOISY AT PARIS
After Angry Debate an Indirect Vote of Confidence Given
 The Cabinet.

Paris, June 18.-The action of the government in determining to prose- cute the agitators in the south of France led to a lively debate in the chamber of deputies to-day, but after tumultuous session the cabi- net secured an indirect vote of confi- dence by the large majority of 54.
 Premier Clemenceau refused to agree to the immediate discussion of an interpolation on the subject of the governments plans and de manded that the motion be post- poned until June 26. In a speech which was frequently interrupted by noisy protests, he declared that all means of conciliation were now ex- hausted and that as chief of the government he was bound to enforce respect for the law. The committee at Argelliers had set itself up in place of the central government. If the chamber defeated the postpone ment of the interpolation he would immediately countermand the prose- cutions and the chamber would be responsible for the grave conse- quences.
 The governments motion was finally adopted, amid wild excite. ment, by 4I2 to 158 votes.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
Is Bishop Feehan Now.

Fall River, Mass, June 1S.-The announcement was made here to-day of the appointment of Rev Daniel F Feehan, permarfent rector of St Bernard's church at Fitchburg. as bishop of the Fall River diocese, tO succeed Bishop William Stang, who died recently. The names of many prominent members of the Catholic clergy have been mentioned in con. nection with the appointment. in. cludlng those of Rev Dr James Shan. ahan. president of the Catholic uni. versity at Washington, Monsignor Kennedy of Philadelphia and Rev James Coyle of Taunton.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
TWO OPINIONS
Russian Authorities Think They See Peace Ahead Terror
 iStS Are Active
COSSACKS FIRE VOLLEY

St Petersburg, June 1S.-The re- turn of the guard regiments to their summer camp at. Krasnoye Selo indi- cates that the authorities have de- finitely ceased to reckon on an out break of disorder at the capital fol- lowing the coup detat. This view is confirmed by the action of the revo- lutionary parties in declaring against armed outbreaks at the present time, when the troops are loyal to the government. A high police official, however, says that speedy resump- tion of the terrorist campaign, in- cluding attempts on the lives of the ministers and other high officials may be expected, this being the only means available for striking fear into the hearts of government officials" He also predicted an early and ex- tensive outbreak of agrarian disord- CTS. But the absence of a general strike leaves the administration s hands free to deal with the riotous peasantry. The province of Vologda, where an agitation has already be- gun, was to-day proclaimed to be in a state of minor martial law. The guards at the railroad stations are retained.
 There was collision yesterday be- tween cossacks and workmen near Yekaterinoslav The cossacks fired a volley, seriously wounding four men. The trouble was not due to the dis solution of parliament but was pro- voked by the insolent bearing of Caucasian mercenaries employed to protect private estates in the Eau- casus
 The national convention of social democrats which had been drafting an address to the nation was broken up last night, by the police and the ex-deputies to-day went to Finland to continue the meeting.
 Ten of the sixteen social demo- cratic members of the late parlia- ment, whose arrest was demanded by Premier Stolypin, are now in the hands of the police. Several social revolutionary deputies and a num- Der of members of the first parlia- ment, among them being Ramisch- will, Annikin and Tesla, have also been arrested.
 number of workmen have been arrested for defacing the emperor's manifesto.
 General attention has been at tracted to the emperor's rescript to the ultra-reactionaries as setting the seal of approval on the work of the league of the true Russian people and instructing them to teach my subjects to be loyal, obedient and orderly" This Is regarded as a definite commitment of the em- peror's cause to the reactionary league. which had incurred Premier Stolypin's ban for attacking the Jews and melting street riots. and also on account of its connection with the murders of Prof Hertzen- stein and Dr Jollos, which had been clearly established.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
kurokl's Tact.

General Kuroki has. by utilizing the tact for which he is noted. simplifieo the receptions which are to be tender ed to him in this country by sending back to Japan the full dress uniforms of himself and stan immediately after the reception of President Roosevelt. If they had been worn 1t would have necessitated the wearing of like ap- parel by our own officers and caused much unnecessary fuss and feathers. which the Japanese hero heartily dis likes.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
CITY NEWS.

A. M- Young. Q -S. Northrop and Edith AIIImg Sf New Haven have sold their prUperty on the west side of Railroad Hill street to the Franklin II. KsIbfeisch company
 William Pryor. vho vas found near the railroad tracks In the west end Sunday morning. and vho hzs been at the hospital since that tine. showed no improvement today Ills condition f-~tilI critical
 The dsed conveying the pruperty of the city iu South Brooklyn nezr the schoolhouse Co Otis S- Nofhrup uas Sled tn the town clerks o4es today. 1t is a small piece Of land but sev- ersl psrchssers were after it
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
Mcfarland to Go.

Denver, June 1S.-According to a News dispatch. E. L. Mcfarland of Manitou. Colo, brother of Detective Mcfarland of the Pinkerton agency, who developed the case of conspiracy to murder former Governor Steunen- berg against officials of the Western Federation of Miners will go to Boise to testify for the defense in the Hay wood case. During the strike riots in Cripple Creek, Mcfarland who is a shoemaker, was deported from the district along with the trainload of union miners and sympathizers who were taken over the line into Kansas. A telegram was received from Clar- ence Darrow summoning Mcfarland to Boise at once and he arranged to leave at once.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18

conditions offer every opportunity for success in life. The farmer of to- day is a prince among farmers and lives in the surroundings of comfort and luxury, with vast systems of warer supply. a high sanitary ar rangement. protecting health: gas end electricity for light. heat and power; the telegraph in every village. the telephone in every house where it is required; the best facilities for travel at your doOrs-a prosperity in Ousi- ness never known in the history os mankind All men are educated by the affairs of the hour and all men think. You are better equipped to govern yourselves than any people Tn the world. Contrast all these com forts with the inconvenience Of your ancestors, and tell me. have we not reason to rejoice at this Di-centennial of New MilfOrsiE-
 "In my position as governor of this state I have kept steadily in view the general prosperity of all the people. and I have always believed In an educated public sentiment as the safe guard of law and order In our com mouveaIth. I believe in the people of Connecticut and the future of the state. and believe that the more in- terest you take fn public matters the better your judgment will become want to congratulate you upon the growth sf New Milford and thank you sincerely for the privilege Of ioining in thfs triumphant cslehrz- tfon-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
Four Men Playing.

Boston. June ls.--The semi-fnals in the contest for the state tennis championship today found four men playing. each trying his utmost to prevent the elimination that comes with defeat N. W. Miles the Harvard champion and Herbert Foster opposed each other across the courts and IT. .C. Johnson who Is the holder with his brother of the state doubles cham pionship. parried and volleyed shots across the net with F. J. SulIoway. a former Harvard champion. Miles and SuIloway were looked upon generally as the choice for the finals. although many picked Johnson to win
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
HOTEL BURNED.
People of Woodstock Turned Out and Saved Adjoining Buildings.

North Woodstock, June 1S.-Elm- wood hotel on Woodstock hill was burned to the ground to-day, but through the great efforts of the peo- pie whereabouts the outlying build ings and the academy were saved. The hotel was of wood and of ample proportions, three stories in height, with accommodations for about 100 guests. The hotel was being pre- pared for summer visitors of whom few had already arrived. MT Lin- derman, the proprietor, went to the attic to examine the water tank, and as that place was dark he carried a lamp. The lamp exploded, the oil setting fire to MT Linderman's cloth ing. He jumped into the tank and extinguished the blaze on himself, but the scattered oil seized hold of the woodwork and in a few minutes the entire attic was ablaze. Mir Lin derman got out of the house and made an effort to save furniture. The academy boys were going by and upon seeing smoke they ran to neighbors and gave the alarm. Ev- erybody on hand turned out and did what they could to save property. The hotel roof fell in and this led to the destruction of the entire building. The fire was a very hot one and the academy building was scorched, but the bucket brigade saved it. The hotel stable, which several times was smoking. was alsd saved. Most of the furniture was saved
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
THAT JAP FRACAs.
Attorney Devlin of San Francisco
 Receives Word from Bonaparte.

San Francisco, June 1S.-United States District Attorney Devlin yes terday received a letter from Attorney General Bonaparte in response to that which he sent containing report on the riot through which Japanese restaurant was damaged. It Is re- ported, however, that he has been in- structed to lend whatever assistance he can to the Japanese should either the Japanese government or the own- rs of the restaurant begin suit against the city or the state on account of damage done. In either case the suit would have to be brought in the fed eral court, as the plaintiffs would be aliens.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
FIVE DROWNED
Four Women Lost Their Lives in a Fruitless Attempt to
 Save a Boy.

Seattle, Wash, June 1S.-Five persons, two sisters, a brother, mother and aunt, perished at Mono. han, in the waters of Lake Samma. mish, yesterday. The dead:
 Antone Myer, 13 years of age. Lizzie Myer
 Ida Myer, sisters.
 Mrs Myer, omther.
 Mrs John Herter, sister of Mrs Myer.
 The four women lost their lives in a vain attempt to save the boy.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
STRUCK BY A TRAIN.
Teamster Injured and a Valuable
 Horse Killed in South Brooklyn.

John Smith of 1S3 Union street, teamster in the employ of R. N., Blakeslee, had an experience in South Brooklyn this morning which came near costing him his life. He collid- ed with railroad train at the cross- ing near the Manufacturers Foundry Co. and was pitched several feet from his seat and landed in heap in the roadway. He was brought to the rail- road station by Conductor Flynn, and after an examination by Dr Crane it was decided to send him to the hos pital, although the doctor didn't con. slider his injuries serious. The horse, which was worth about $350 or $400 was killed in the mixup.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
Looking for Chinese Minister

Boston,. June iS.-Slr Chentung Llang Cheng. the Chinese minister to the United States Is expected to ar rive in this city to-day. Sir Chentung has been promoted recently to the vice presidency Of the foreign office at Pekin. on eof the highest offices In the Chinese empire. The merchants of Boston have planned- a farewell dinner tn his honor for this evening at which many distinguished persons will speak. He plans to spend tomorrow at Andover with his classmates. who are celebrating their 25th anniver- sary. Sir Chentung expects to sail on July 10.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
Fashionable Wedding.

New London, June 1S.-The we'd ding of Miss Clara A. Walton, daugh- ter of Edmond Walton of Cleveland, O.. and John Blodgett of Sewickey, Pa, took place this noon at the chapel in the fashionable Pequot col ony. Rev Chauncey H. Blodgett of St Johns Episcopal church, Fall River. Mass, brother of the groom, performed the ceremony. The we'd ding breakfast was served at the Pequot house. MT Blodgett is a civil engineer and interested in the steel industry at Pittsburg.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
GnduntIon st Holy Cro...

Worcester. Mass. June 1S-TAs presence of Cardinal Gibbons. an eK. ceptionaIIy large number Of grad mates and perfect weather and conli- lions united to-day to make fte an- nual cemmencement at fiolv CTssss college as successfuI as any similar celehrati0u in tbe history of the in- stitutiou- The exerciseS inrlulei musical selegfIons. oraticns hv msm- terS of the graduating class. the rrss- enfatisu of diplomas by Cariintl Gibbons and an ad.iress oy his smin- enrp
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
Will Withdraw from Texas.

Dallas, Texas, June Swallowing a conference at New York between directors of nonresident life lnsur- ance companies, Maurice E. Locke, attorney for majority of the more important nonresident companies, has announced definitely that all of the larger companies will withdraw from Texas July II, because of the inability of the companies to comply with the state insurance law. The companies affected are the Washing ton Life. Mutual Life or New York, New York Life, Northwestern Mu- tual, Equitable Life, Pennsylvania Mutual. Manhattan Life, Massachu- setts Life and Home Life.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
Telegraph Strike.

New York. June 1S.-whether a strike will be ordered. to enforce the demands of the telegraphers em- pIoyed by the Western Union Tele- graph Co. for increased wages. will be made known tomorrow. accord. ing to an announcement made to- day at the headquarters of the ex. ecutive committee of the telegra- phers' union.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
Beionged to Northampton.

Northampton Mass, June 1S.- James Summers the insane man who was arrested in New York last night was an inmate of Northampton in sane hospital. Three weeks ago he left for his home in Stockbridge for a three days stay but failed to return. Dr Charles A. Dean. assistant super intendent of the hospital has gone to New York to bring him back.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
Shot at His Wife.

New Haven. June 1S.-Thomas Condon in fit of rage shot at his wife upon the street here to-day and the bullet struck Joseph Zullo, a neighbor. He was not seriously in- jured and was taken to the hospital. Condon was arrested and locked up. Family disagreements caused the shooting.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
Rowland Couple Held For Murder.

RALEIGH. N. C.. June 1s-The cor oners jury in the case of pr. D. s. Rowland, charged with the murder by poison of Engineer Charles R. Strange. rendered a verdict that Strange came to his death fin some unnatural man ner unknown to the jury and that for this Dr. D. S. Rowland and his wife. Lille NJ. Rowland. the widow of Strange. be held without ball for the action of the grand jury.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
Tordngton Man Kills Himself.

New Haven. June 1s-JOhn Tenn pie, of the firm of Temple. Joyce q Co. clothing merchants of Torring. ton. killed himself In a private sani. tarium here to-day by cutting his throat with a penknife. He came here yesterday for treatment and vas in a highly nervous condition
 He leaves a widow and two children.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
Brsye Act Earn. Pardon.

WASHINGTON. June ls.-For hero. ic conduct In saving a private in the marine corps from drowning the presI dent has pardoned Ivan L. Barkhurst an apprentice seaman. and Carl A. Gyber. an ordinary seaman in the navy. who had been convicted of de sertion and were undergoing terms oi imprisonment aboard the prison shir Southery at the Portsmouth navy vnnl
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
FIVE MEN KILLED.
Explosion in a Powder Works Blew
 Men to Atoms.

Williamsport. Penn. June 1s.-Five men were killed in an explosion in the gelatine department of the Sin mentioning Powder Mfg company's plant here to-day. Only fragments of the bodies were found. As all the men in the building were killed It Is not possible to ascertain the cause of the explosion. Two men at work near by were injured.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
Ran into Open Switch.

Columbus. Ohio. June 1s.-An ex- tra train on the New York Central ran Into an open switch to-day. The engine and every coach were thrown on their side. The passengers were piled in heaps and many of them were seriously injured.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
Needed a Cow.

A lot of poor children were at . farm. The farmer gave them some milk to drink, the product of a prize COW.
 How do you like it?" he asked. when they had finished. Gee, it's finei" said one little fcl- low, who added after a pause. T wish our milkman kept a cow!"-Cardif Times.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
Netu Co Investigate.

WASHINGTON. June 1s.-Commis- sioner NeIIL. # Is understood. at the presidents suRzestion left for New York today to begin an investiEatioa into the telegraphers' grievances
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
Hary Orhrr,I ReraIIrd.

Boise. Idaho. June Is-The Hay- wood trial was resumed st half Vssi nine this muruine Harry Orchzri vas rrcalIed to fhe stand an5l ex- nminea for Inpeaehzsnf hy Aftnrury nkcksriscn
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
BUCKET SHOP BILL.
Amended and Passed in Senate to
 Take Effect July i, 1908,

Hartford, June 1S.-The bucket shop bill passed the senate to-day by unanimous vote, after it had been amended so that 1t will take effect July next year.. The bill brought out quite a discussion, as 1t was the order of the day in the senate.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18

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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18
WEATHER FORECAST.

Forecast fer ccanectBcuf- Far sp- night and welnssi4ys resh suush vest uir1A
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-18

The civil docket in the superior court was called to-day by Judge Gag CT. About sixty of the thousand cases on 1t were stricken off on account of having been withdrawn or settled. It is quite likely that the divorce case of Mrs E. U. Lathrop against her husband Edwin U. Lathrop may be heard in Waterbury after all. It is down for hearing at short calendar in the New Haven superior court for Friday and unless it is heard then it will be re-transferred to the docket of the local superior court.