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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
Bullet Extracted.

Mr.. Howard W. Smith, counsel for
William Mldgets, who is 10 jail here
under sentence of death for killing
Charles Smith, of Alexandria, came here
Tuesday morning with al order from
Judge Louis G. Barley, judge of the Cor
poratlon court of that city, to extract
the bullet from the leg of Midgets. Mid
gets was brought to the Office OF DR.. w.
J. Chewning and ball extracted which
weighed II grsins. while that OF 81
Galore weighs So grains. The object 10
taking out this ball is for evidence in a
proposed appeal, rs the defense claimed
he was shot with a S8-calibre ball.
fredericksburg atar.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
Police Court.

CJsstice Il. B. Cation presiding.]
The following cases we're disposed OF
this morning:
William Speakes. colored. arrested
by Special Officer Thomas Carter and
Officer Arlington for disorderly conduct
on the fair grounds, was fiued 81 %:
Henry Simpson, arrested By Ohcer
Henderson for drunken and disorderly
conduct. was fined s..
Mabel Baker, arrested by Officer Hen
derson for disOrderly conduct, WAS
fined IS.
II. B. Dameron, arrested by Oticer
Young charged with stealing watch,
rInp aud Sll0 from W. H. Truett, was
sent on to the grand jury.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
Sent on to the Grand Jury.

II. 3. Cameron, who had been arrest
cd Ia Lynchburg on suspicion Of stealing
a gold watch, chain. diamond ring aud
eil0 from W. II. Tfuett In this city
about 5 year ago, was brought here yes
sesday by Officer Young who had been
asnt 10 Lynchbnrg Tor that purpose.
The scersed was srraigned 10 the Police
Court this clorning, whom Truett POSI-
lively ideuuled The watch and chain
whisb had been recovered BY the Lynch
barg police as his property. Cameron
In bic dsfense denied having stolen the
RItIcles, and said he advanced man 20
ofY the watch at the union station 10 this
city isst July, and that having owed q
friend 70 iyuchburg so no gave hin
Sl6 and tbs Sstch in payment. Justice
Cation sent DapleFeB on TO the grand
Jury.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
His Dear old Mother,

IVY dear cid mother, who is now eighty.
three years old, thrives on Electric Bitters,"
writes W. D. Brunson, Of Dublin, Ga. ''Sbe
has taken them for about two yeats and en-.
Joys an excellent sppetite, feels strong and
sleeps we'll " That's the way Electric Kit
tiers AFFECT the AGED, and the same happy re
suits follow In all cases OF female weakness
too, are greatly strengthened by them. Guar
anteed also for stomach, liver and kidney
troubles, by F.. 3. LeadbsSter & Sons, drug
Rists 60o.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
LOCAL BREyITIES.

The schooner Five Sisters, from Aqua
creek with Lumber "a 3moot & Ce.' nss
arrived.
The weather became c,cl again 1881
night and hss continued 90 today Win q
brisk northwest wind.
The case of the two factions OF Inc
Junior Order of American Mechanics /"
still before the Chancery Court 10 h'eh'
mond.
A called meeting Of Alexandria D.
yisiou. Ancient Order OF librarians,
will be held at Lycsum Hall at 8 O'CLOCK
tonight. -,
Rsbeksh l. dye, /. o. o +, sal
hold meelies tonight st which &C.
cree team FROM Washington will exem'
pity tho work.
The schooner L,reaa Bramble, which
was recently damaged In q storm on
Chesapeake Bay, has been taken TO NOT
folk for repairs.
Mis-. Ann Ftobe', formerly of Fan
quier comfy, died IN Aisoaina oH Nae
day and was buried ct Icy Hill Gene
terry this evening.
Thomas Baker, colored, who was re.
Gently arrested by Dspnty Marshall
Glover charged with robbing the mall
was dismissed 10 Fredericksburg yestet'
day
The funeral Of the late Albert LaJ'
cock took ylscc iron bis parents test
dencs 90 Wolfe street this afternoon
TIE services were conducted by Rov. ).
r. Sewer, Of the Bicond Pfesb2tetian
Church.
Had Crabs. Clans End 0ygte ot .OpeFa
House Cafe Today.
C-sters fried, stewel or rev. Fried clans.
Dining lcom open on Sunday during oysISsi
season. Claiss Soup three times a week. Z;
II. Zimmerman, Market Spice. feb Sotl
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
Another Chicken Story.

A gentleman living on south Fairfax
street contributes the latest chicken
story. On Sunday last he killed rooster
for dinner, which caused Minorca hen
considerable distress. The latter moped
about the yard disconsolately after the
slaughter of it's mate, aud this morning
was found dead by its owner, The hen
having hanged itself on an iron hook
dnrinfr the nIQhf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
Old PAGERS.

Mayor Paf today received letter
from Mr.. J. c. Cirtledge, Of Elmifa, n
Y, enclosing Two old letters written 10
1879 to u. W. Fairfax and to Col. j.
G. Carlyle. These letters, Dir. Cart
ledge says, be took from house in this
city while be was Guartered here with
the federal troops in 1852 and ne COW
wishes TO restore them to their rightful
ounlrI
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
Death of Mrs. Walton.

Mrs. Anna S. Walton died at hei
home near Woodlawn Mansion, 10
lower Fairfax County, this morning, at
8 O'Clock, aged 70 years. Mira. Walton
vas the widow of Walter Walton and
came 10 this section of tho country 10
Is46 with the frat Friends who settled
in the Woodstock neighborhood at that
time. Throughout life abe enjoyed the
confidence and respect of all who knew
her. She leaves Two cbildren-Mr. Ed
ward NJ. Walton and Mas Sarah Wal
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
DRY GOODS
Woodward & LOthrOp,
WASHINGTON. D. c.
for
the Summer Home.

WecIll putculsr atie1ii)n 10 or facilities
for the itiug Of o lt.of town Residences. Sea
aide and Country Co.t1g with Summer
Furniture, Drape,ies am Furnishings, Rugs,
Floor Coverings. Veranda Fittings. House
hold Linens. etc.
For this purpose broad aysortmoals Of suit
able articles and materials have been ex-
pressly seleciel and are offered at moderate
cost, comprising Lsce and Muslin Curtains,
CndainlRgg, Drapehes and Drapery Ma
tsrials Of every description; P0rleres and
Window Hangings. Bsd Coverleis. Aiantel,
Dressing Table aRd Book Case Drepeiies;
suitable fabrics also for Upbelslering Furni.
ture, Hall and Window Seats, Single.Panel
and Folding Screens; Draught Screens in
japanese iDlaid and embroidered eaee IS;
also Bugs, including Brussels. Smyrna, vii
to1 and Axminisier. ia Europesn and oren.
tai patterns; AIT Squares, Washable Rugs,
Mating Rugs, Natling7. Yefanaa Mats; also
Window Sha1fs Bids, Bedding Mattresses,
Pillows, Window aud Don Screens. China
ware, Glassware Siigerwao, Ifmp', Piclmes,
0,s and Oil Stoves. Reid yerat9rs. Water
Coolers Filter, Kitchen Utensils fnd ma y
other requisites os helps 10 ihe furnishing
and conduct fine SIMMER home
Furniture Slip Covers. Awnings. Window
Shades made to order. Lace Curtains. DIap.
cries. Portleres. Blankets. Rugs received FOR
storage, with sn absolute guarantee 0r safe
Keeping.
Lace Curtains, when cleaned, will be stored
during the summer months without aadi.
tional cost.
Our workmen are reaiy to do the neces
sary repairing, and estiml,e' are cheermlly
given for the partial or compete Quitting
Of summer homes.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
The Genrae R Hill Memorial.

The building committee OF The George
r. Hill Memorial Building, 10 be erected
by the Washington Street N. Z. Church
South, met last night and accepted the
plans and specifications furnished by
the architect, Mr. w. Leon Clark. Bids
will be received and considered, and the
contract awarded without delay.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17

For Catarrh, let me send you free. Just to
pToye merit. a Trial size Box Of DR.. Shops
Catarrah Remedy. 1t is q suow white,
creamy, healing, antiseptic balm that gives
instant relief 70 Catarih Of the nose and
thoa,. Make the free test and see. Address
Or. shoop, Racine, Wis. Large jars 60centS.
sold bv T.. ). I.eadheater q sons. druggists
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
The Candidates.

The time for fling uolces OF the can
didstes for Congress for this district ex-
pired today. Only Messrs. CAIlin, cyan,
Eicol and Gordon filed such notices, so
they will be the candidates In the Prim.
airy to be held June 10. Col. HOoe, OF
LOudouU, decided TO withdraw from the
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
Circuit Court for the County.

Judge L. G. Barley, presiding
Davis vs.. Board of SUPERVISOR; an
appeal from the decision Of the Super
visors not to pay a bill; case thrown out
of court on technicality and cent back
10 the Supervisors for action.
Court adjourned till tomorrow.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
w. CT. u

The regular business meeting Of the
AllIson W. c. 7. U. viii be held to.
morrow afternoon ct O'clock z. the
Children's Home on Duke s.Ieet.
The regular weekly prayer meeting
wlll also BE- held st 1880 O'Clock at The
Ohndren's Eome on Drke street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
WANTED.

WANTED.
A suitable person TO represent The PROEl-
DENT LIFE q TRUST COMPANY OF
PHILADELPHIA. Pa, 10 Alexandria and
adjoining section Of Virgins. This company
wrote more new business 10 1906 than ever
before in ia history. ltl has $l5I GO ,Sjs OF
Baltimore Agency. The Provideut Life
stands unsurpassed In security, chespness,
and liberality 10 the pol!cy-helier. epeeiol
training given. Bend tor particulars. JONA'
THAN X. TAYLOR. General Agent, Fl
deity Building, Baltimore. Nd.
nnrl2 Inn
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17

4 OsT.-This morning between Washing
l. and pendleton streets ami the Union sta
tion. case containing a pair Of steel frame
spEC1 ACLES, Finder will please leave
same at Gazette Office and receive reward
aprl6 81
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
Registrar Appointed

The Electoral Board has appointed
Mr.. E. J. Fleming registrar for the
Third ward in place OF Mr.. Augustus
Nagel, who resigned some months since.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
Proposals for Building the George
r. Hill Memorial.

Parties desiring TO submit bids can obtain
plans and specifications by applying 10 W.
LEON CLARK, architect. $40 Commerce
street, AeIandris, Va. All bids to be sub
mitted by May 4ih, 1907. april st
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
NEWELL --GREENAWAY. Clerk
Howard w. Smith. D. q. aprj w4w-sat

XyIROINlA.-In the Clerks Office Of the
V CORPORATION Court Of the City Of AleXsn
dris. on the 9Th day Of April 1852.
John T. Nails VS.. IL, A. HoEdersfell, James
Is. Howdrrshell, Eugene N. Howdershell
DlsDch, Howdershell. Eugeuia Howder.
shell. Sarah Howdershell, Ella Smith and
The heirs at Law who o names arc unknown
Of Iuyeuia Smith, deceased, and Alberta
Scanlon. deceased. In chancery.
Memo. The object Of this suit Is to sell the
real estate In the city az Alexandria. Vir'
sipja. Of which Amelia A. Nails died seized
to commute the life interest Of the complain
ant therein and to distribute the balance Of
The pYoceeds Of sale among the parties EMIT
led thereto and for general relief
II appearing by en- affidavit filed In this
eause that the names Of the heirs at law Of
Luyenia Saith, deceased, and Alberta Sean
lon deceased are unknown 20 your com
plsi uant. and who are made defendants "a
p,rties unknown: II is Ordered, Thst said
Sefsndsn;s apleeY hsre within fifteen days
after due publication CT this order, and dc
what Is necessary 20 protect his Interests
Ia this suit, aud that e copy OF this order
be forthwith inserted 10 the AleLandriG
Gazette, q newspaper published In the City
Of Alexandris, once week for four sue
cessiye weeks, and posted at the front door Of
the Court House Of this city.
4 copy-TBsTE.
: NEWELL s. GBEESAWAY. Clerk,
Douglaes Stuart,p. q. apf8 u4w.m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
FANCYFLORIDA TOMATOES ls lee
RNtTND

Large sacks Table Belle Flour. 20c; Grann'
lated Sugar, &c h.; Potatoes e9c bu.; Q cans
Tomatoes, &c; 4 cans Com, 90; fresh Eggs
2Oc dOs.; large cans at Asparagus. &c.
WM. r. WtHJLL5 q Son,
Royal end VOL fe streets.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17

Ask your grocer for Argo Red Salmon. and
do DOT accept euy substitute. There Is no
fner Salmon packed Is cents.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17

NEW PRUEEs snd ELABORATED
PEACHES lust received By
- e.. pTTRURN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17

Another invoice OF the celebrated TOTO
MAC FLOUR Just received by
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
WANTED.

xXTANTED.-A YOUNG LADY to clerk.
w Apply 10 A. 8. D0NIPHAN, ia
King street. aprD 80
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
Local Matters.

San ana lids Tabs.
eun Hsm tomorrow at 6:20 q. p. ana Se"
ct $40 D. q. High water at ll'4o g. m' -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17

Soc q. P. TEA aud l5c ffsahly roasted COZ
FEE are exceptionally SOD =, REiiS5Sr (;
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
LOST.

\ OsT.-G LID WATCH CHARM, with
- small set in front AID monogram ~. l..
B.u on back. Owners picture inside. Butt.
q lie reward il returned to 2l2 neTth st. Asaph
street "
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17

Ten sacks GOOD COFFEE n be roasted
and sold Of fasen csnis By .,u
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17

OLD DUTCH CLEANSER for sale at
I e. NILRITRNH
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17

yA0uoUTH BLoATERs, i9;t , ,sSsays'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
NEWELL s. GREEEAWAY. Clerk.
Robinson Moncure, p, q. april w4g'w

VI80INIA.--In the Clerks Office Of the
Y Corporation Court Of the City Of Alexan'
dris, on the 9th day of April. 1867.
John D. Matter, vs. r. F. Mccarthy, 7. j.
Fsnnon and !. X. N. Norton. trustees; The
Mercsnt lie Railway Building and Loan
Association, Robinson Moncure, trustee, and
Margeret K. Normoyle, in chauceTy and
attachment.
Menu. The object Of this sult Is to attach
the estate and debts Of T.. T. Mccarthy. in
the city of Alexandra, and subject same TO
the payment Of compliments claim OF S53.0S
With interest ON DECEMBER 9Th, 1905.
In appearing by an affidavit 6led In this
carss that the defendant, r. +. Mccarthy
d not q resident Of this State It Is Ordered,
That said defendant appear here within
ffteen days after due publication Of this
order. and do what is necessary to protect
his Interests In this suit, and that a copy Of
| this order be fothwi inserted in The Alex'
sndria Gazette, newspaper published In The
| city of Alexandria, once q week for four sue
eessiye weeks, and posted at the font door OF
the Court House OF this city.
| a Copy--TB5TE -
| NEWELL 8 -GREENAWAY. Clerk
| Howard w. Smith. D. q. aprj w4w-sat
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17

Rn,Irs WHEAT FLOUR and GRAHAM
FLOUR Inst received bI.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17

cox 4 GORDON HAMS, Just received
byJ. c. AILBURN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17

For this section fair tonight and Thursday
nnl6@r fonigh with termperature about tn'
fseezing point; fresh northTesterly winds
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17

EOR SALE CHEAP.-THREE FRESH
1 COWS. No reasonable oFes refused.
Apply at i75 south Payre street sfer p. N.
epri5 3ts J. T. COX.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17

NABoB PANCAKE FLOUR, rssdy Il
use. last received BY J. c. MItBURN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17

PORCELA--The best preparation for clsa
ing proclaim, enaneled hxtn-es o. porcelfp
ware, e. wall a. bras, nickel, alass, etc- b
tyo slsss iOc and CSC. sampler ffee % %
E.s. LEADBEATER 4 SONS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17
CHOICE, 1Oc.
LEGAL NOTICES.

XTIRGINIA.-In the Clerks 0fioe Of the
' Corporation Court Of the City OF Alexan'
dria, on the 7lh day Of April, 1907.
vs.. In Chsn-ery.
Mary II. Harrison
Memo. The object Of this suit is to obtain
an absolute divorce from thu bond Of matri-
mony for the complainant from the defen'
dant, and 10 obtain such other and further
relief as 10 equity may seem right.
II appearing By an affidavit filed in this
cause that the defendant, Mary NJ. Harrison,
Is nonresident Of this State 1t is Ordered.
That said defendant appear within fifteen
days after due publication Of this order, and
do what Is necessary to protect her interests
Ia this suit. and that q cory Of this order be
forthwith inserted In the AleKan 'ria Qszette.
a newspaper published 10 the city Of Alexan-
dfia. once week for four successive weeks,
ard posted at the front door Of the Court
House Of this city.
A copy-TEsTE;
NEWELL 8. GREENAWAY. Clerk.
Robinson MOneure. 70, a. april W4RsW
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1907-04-17

AEADQ-ARTERs OLD DOMINION
IL COMMANDERY, NO. II, KNIGHTS
TEMPLAR.
Alexandra, Ve-, April lS, 1907.
Sir knights; You are hereby Do.lded to
attend 10 stigue unborn Q called conelave
at thelGsylum on "WEDNESDAY, April ~,
at $50 O'Clock.
By order Of the Ealpsnt Copm9Dder.
aprl6 q X. REHPER. Recorder.
NOTICg.-Ths regular annual meeting of
~ the stockholders al the COLUABIA
REAL ESTATE COMPANY VIII re hsld ct
the oasce o. tina. company. No Ill sopth
DAY, May 6, 1907, at 2 o'clock p. n, for
the election OF officers and other business,
A. P. PARDON, prrs::Saent.
A. 8. JONES. Secretakg, apl6.29.SO
Heppner gazette. [volume] (Heppner, Morrow County, Or.) 1892-1912, 1907-03-07
HELPED LAND THIEVES.
lnformer About Frauds BETRAYED by
Hermann,

Washington, Feb. 27.-Interest in
the trial of Representative Hermann
was revived today by the introduction
in evidence of letters written, him in
1901 by Benjamin T. May of La
Grande, calling his attention to specific
land frauds in Oregon and later letter
criticizing Hermann for omitting to
make an investigation of the alleged
frauds, and also for having made known
to interested parties the name of the
informer.
After their Identification by May,
the letters were read to the jury. The
first was from May to Hermann and in
formed him that sawmill owners we're
securing title to public land in the
Blue mountains by fraud. Their plan
was to get an employe to file on GER
tain tract and, when the claim was
proved up, the employe was to deed the
property over to them and receive $50
for his work. One firm kept a man
to look out for the best tim
Der land and to secure it in this man
ner for his firm. In the year preceding
the writing of this letter May charged
that this firm had placed on record
about so deeds secured in this manner.
May concluded his letter with the state
ment that he was poor laborer and
had no AK to grind and only desired to
keep out land grabbers.
Heppner gazette. [volume] (Heppner, Morrow County, Or.) 1892-1912, 1907-03-07
PORTLAND MARKETS.

Wheat-Club, 7Oc; bluestem, 72c;
valley, 70c; red, Csc.
Oats-No. white, $29 gray, $2s so.
Barley-Feed, 1921 per ton; brew.
ing, 1923; rolled, $23 5O@24 so.
Rye-$l .45@l.5O per cwt.
Corn - Whole, $24.50; cracked,
$22 so per ton.
Hay-Valley timothy, No. l, s14@
10 per ton; Eastern Oregon timothy,
$l7@1S; clover, 50; cheat, SO; grain
hay, 5000; alfalfa, $14.
Butter-Fancy creamery, 321a@35c
per pound.
Butter lat-First grade cream, 331sc
per pound; second grade cream, &c less
per pound.
Eggs - Oregon ranch, 1s@19c per
dozen.
Poultry - Average old hens, 14@
15c per pound; mixed chickens, 14@
II 41ac; spring, l3 3R@l4c; old roosters, 9
@lOc; dressed chickens, 14@15c; tur-
keys, live, 16c; turkeys, dressed,
choice, lS@20c; geese, live, 9@1Oc;
ducks, 16@lSc;.
Apples-NommOn, zoe Ia $l.25 per
box; choice, 81 1.5O@2 so.
Negetables-Turnips, $1@1.25 per
sack; carrots, $l@l.25 per sack; beets,
81 .25@l so per sack; horseradish, Ia
SC per pound; sweet potatoes, size
per pound; caulihower, $3.50 per doz
en-; celery, So 3.50@3.75 crate; sprouts,
&c; rhubarb, lie per pound; asparagus,
l7c per pound.
Onions-Oregon, $l@1.15 per hun
lred.
Potatoes-Oregon Burbanks, fancy,
81 40; common, 75c@Sl.
Neal-Dressed, 5000 per pound.
Beef-Dressed bulls, 2la@31sc per
pound; cows, AZ "a size; country
steers, 51a@6Rc.
Mutton-Dressed, fancy, SIk@9c per
pound; ordinary, 6C67c.
Pork-Dressed, Ga 9c per pound.
Hops-Sl2 9l0kc per pound, accord
ng to quality.
Wool-Eastern Oregon average best,
Boise, according to shrinkage; val
ey, 20 a. 23c, according to fneness;
nohair, choice, 27(d Soc per pound
Heppner gazette. [volume] (Heppner, Morrow County, Or.) 1892-1912, 1907-03-07
HERMANN SCORES,
Not Friendly With Benson; Only Did
as o her Commissioners.

Washington, Feb 2S.-Two import.
ant points for the defense developed to-
day in the trial of Representative Her.
mann. One was that Hermann was not
on friendly terms with John A Benson,
the San Francisco real estate dealer now
under indictment for alleged land frauds
the other that Hermann's predecessors
in the land office had all, with one ex-
ception, removed their private letter
press copy books from the office when
they retired.
Mr.. Worthington for the defense
scored his two points in the cross-exam-
ination of Elliott P. Hough, former pri-
vate secretary to Hermann. In answer
to questions, Mr.. Hough said that upon
one occasion Benson came to see Her.
mannat the land Office and complained
bitterly at the action of the land office
in not allowing his claim for a survey
made in California. The survey was
under $50, 200 contract. The land
office held that the claim was fraudu-
lent in that the alleged survey had new
er been made. Benson was very angry,
and Hermann, during the interview,
became incensed.
Heppner gazette. [volume] (Heppner, Morrow County, Or.) 1892-1912, 1907-03-07
MAY STOP FIGHTING,
United States or Mexico Threaten to
Intervene in War,

Washington, Feb. 26.-Unless Mica
ragua and Honduras speedily agree to
arbitrate their ditficultiesin response to
the suggestion OF the United States and
Mexico, it is not improbable that inter-
vention will be resorted to in order to
bring an end to the present hostilties.
1t became known today that within the
last day or two a second note was sent
to the presidents of Nicaragua and Hon.
duras, in effect conveying this threat
No replies have been received and,
while in official circles the hope is ex-
pressed that further bloodshed may be
averted, there is an underlying belief
that it will be necessary for either the
United States or Mexico to step in and
force an arbitration.
Heppner gazette. [volume] (Heppner, Morrow County, Or.) 1892-1912, 1907-03-07
HARTMAN EXPLAINS.
Tells Interstate Commerce Commits
sion Few Things.

New York, Feb. 27.-An assertion by
f. H. Hartman that Stuyvesant Fish
was deposed from the presidency Of the
Illinois Central because of misconduct
as to the funds of the company was a
leading feature of today's session of the
Interstate Commerce commission. Mr..
Hartman was the only witness of the
day, the events brought out by his tes-
timony making the hearing a memor-
able one.
Other features of Mr. Hartman s
testimony follow:
A continued refusal to answer ques-
tions relating to individual stock trans
action.
Explanations of the transfer of 30O,-
600 shares of Southern Pacific stock to
William G. Rockefeller during the at
tempt of James r. keene to secure con-
troll of the road and of the delayed an
nouncement of the dividends on Union
Pacific and Southern Pacific.
Attempts of the government to show
that the Union Pacific charges unfair
rates, STILES competition in the vast
territory traversed by its lines and its
dividend of 10 per cent and its expend-
iture of s240, 900, 900 on betterments
came from an unfair toll on its patrons.