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New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
OK. FOR LEAGUE TICKET
Independence Party Ratification 'n
Hearst's District.

Ratification of the Independence party ticket
took place last night in the partys headquarters
at No Ase Third avenue in William Randolph
Hearst's home bailiwck. The resolution fndorsing
Honest Tom" Hisgen and John Temple Graves as
the ticket of the party was passed unani-
mousIy But before this there were speeches that
embodied the feeling of the men present
Ambrose Sutciiffe. chairman of the district meet
ing and confidential messenger to Attorney Cen
ers Jackson said that he had not expected thls 10
be meeting that would attract newspaper atten-
ton Nevertheless, Charles E. Gehring, chairman
of the New York delegation at Chicago, started by
est and that has ever faced the electorate of
the United States"
FNollor-ins Mr.. Gehring, the Rev. DR.. O. N.
Fisher a Settlement worker, spoke at length
on the leagues work. He declared that Mr.. His
gen would appeal the working man. and read
a letter from a B. W. Smythers. who wrote from
the Hotel Cecil, in London. and approved Of
Hearst.
The next speaker was John ]. DAILY, the Hearst
leader in the 18th Assembly District, who talked
at length on alleged treason at the Chicago con-
venton. He mentioned the names of several men,
including judge whom he charged with working
for the election Of Bryan. Mr.. DAILY said he had
been charged with carrying 1.-The big stick at the
convention, but he proud of it He then pro-
ceeded to attack Mr. Taft end others.
BY the time the Endorsement in order the
meeting was more than ready for I. J. c. Wftter.
editor Of 1.-The Art Educator read the resolutions
that declared the eagle in its highest flights
further above the donkey and the elephant than
the principles of the Independence party were
above those of the Republican and Democratic
parties. The resolution went with rush. and
then the meeting went into executive session
New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
PRESTON EXPLAINS REFUSAL.
Says He Tried to Decline Socialist Labor
Nomination Gracefully.

The Socialist Labor Party received an open letter
yesterday from Martin r. Preston, the Nevada
convict, who declined 10 accept a Presidential
nomination from the party, and the letter gives at
some length his reasons for declining the nomina
Iion. He thanks the party and the unions for the
assistance they him during his trial. but says
that while he appreciated the honor conferred on
him by the nomination ne decided first 10 decline
81 on his responsibility. and when he after
ward his lawyer he confirmed in this de-
cision.
Am looking out for my own needs-or neck?"
be says. "Candidly, yes in sense Of the word;
but besides that. owe duty TO all those who
la supported me and had faith in my innocence.
After thorough consideration, in which j have
tried anaIyze and give thought 10 all points. my
obligations, the demands made OF me and my posi-
lion. am convinced that my only proper move is
10 decline, which have tried TO do gracefully
IS possible and with much consideration for
and protection to my benefactors as can give"
report that August Gillhaus, the comrade who
was nominated as proxy for Preston, disappeared
from view his nomination an
nounced TO escape the honor WAS declared by the
leaders OF the party last night to Toe a fabrication
OF the enemies of socialism.
New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
THUG ATTACKS NAN.
KNOCKS Him Doscn an Street and
Steals Wfe's Purse.

Henry Bassell of No. 119 Jay street, Brook
Iyn, was accompanying his wife to their home
at IL o'clock last night. after visiting friends
at Sheepshead Bay, when a man, described as
short and stout. wearing black mustache'
stepped out of shadow as they approached
Avenue and, without warning, hit Mr.. Bas-
sell twice with blackjack
The first blow stunned him and the second
broke his nose He fell to the ground uncon-
scious The highwayman then snatched a purse
containing $50 from Mrs Bassell and, while
she screamed for help. ran away. No trace had
been found of the thief at late hour last
night.
New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
DUTY OF NEGRO VOTERS.
Republican Party Has Al5oays Pro
tected Them, Says Mr. Peters.

Thomas P, Peters, editor of The Brooklyn
Times" speaking at the outing of the H. H. Gar
net Republican Club yesterday, said
There is a general impression abroad that the
coored voters of this country TO oppose almost
franchise the candidates of the party which gave
them the franchise. The Republican party was
II gave this nation Lincoln, the emancipatOr 1t
has always aimed to protect those whom it freed
necessary. Where IT holds sway the coored man
Civil War was maintained. In many Of the South
ern States the negro has been disfranchised under
% OF hg & ] mas has ben been to to ee6 seH6
the polls open for white ignorance, while closing
Why is the negro leaving the party that gave
him liberty? Because he has become hysterical
for the discharge of the negro troops at Browns,
VILE He shuts his eyes to the real facts and
these men of his own blood. He forgets that only
few years ago the South was denouncing Roose-
with him in the White House. He forgets that
the most outspoken enemy of the negro; Ben" TIL
the floor the Senate largely because of the Pres
ident's friendly attitude toward the negro -,
diers because they were black. He discharged them
because they We're guilty Of having shot up q
children Life is too full Of activity for our Pres
any subject. He makes up his mind what Is right
and then does il and with al his might; Our Pres
But let remember that he who never errs never
aecompshes anything Personally, believe the the
act But let MS not argue that point.
Let ask the negro how he is to better his con-
dition by separating from the Republican party
and taking refuge with the Democracy. VIII he not
have turned from his real shepherd to the wolf for
of the Democracy outside of TaInmany Hall, be a
good substitute for the party Of Lincoln and Grant
soldiers 10 please the Johnny Rebs of Texas. If
So is it any protection against Roosevelts impetu-
osty 10 vote the ticket for which all Johnny Rebs
going TO vote?
New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
BODY OF GEORGE A. ELLIS AT HIS HOME.

The body OF George A. Elli-. the New York ras-
chnery manufacturer. reached his home in Nount
Vernon yesterday. Mr.. Ellis and his family started
Wednesday in automobile for Fair Haven
Mass. intending 20 spend the remainder OF tns
at their cottage On Friday. the day aftsr
they arrived Mr.. Ellis fishing in Buzzsrds .
Bay. Early Saturday morning he suffered sa
attack OF acute indigestion and died shortly aster-
ward He will be buried In the family plot at New
Bedford.
Some confusion caused by the confoundins
of the of Mr.. Ellis and that Of George A
Ellis. treasurer OF the Valvolne OH Company. az
Nc. II Broadway, following the rspsrt OF tbs
formers death. The latter left his home at Bay
shore for automobile trip along the same roufs
taken by the manufacturer. crossing the Sound On
the boat from Port jefferson. He had not eouf-
u1unicated with his family and business associsfss
and when the death of shs manufactures vaS Al
nounced soma believed &. the oil raa Wa
was 6aAA
New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
BRYAN'S SPEECH SHORT.
VII Not Try to Elaborate on Issues
on Notification DaY.

lincoln Neb Aug. 3.-The speech of acceptance
of William ]. Bryan Will be short, Mr. Bryan said
to-day that by actual count it contained $500 words
The issues of the campaign will be discussed. but
not at great length. Mr.. Bryan's views being re-
served for more elaborate treatment in the several
speeches he intends to maNe.
Only few callers journeyed out in the sweltering
heat TO Farview to-day. and these, for the most
part came merely to pay their respects Mr.
Bryan thus enabled TO transact good deal
of business, he having been occupied nearly the
tire day with his secretary, Mr.. Rose, answering
letters and outlining several speeches which he will
make in the course of the rext month.
In view of the Bona parte opinion that national
banks cannot comply with Oklahomas state law
with respect to the guarantee of deposits subject
in which Mr.. Bryan is vitally interested it is TO
be presumed that he will make It one of the lead
ing issues of the campaign Already he has de-
cided to make 1t the feature of his Topeka speech
the latter part of August
Mr. Bryan not advised OF the causes which
prevented his unanimous election yesterday
member of the typographical union, of Lincoln
along with Governor Sheldon and he disn
clined to discuss the subject beyond stating that
only a short time ago large delegation of the
Central Labor Union, with which the typograph-
ical union is allied. had visited him at his home
and presented him with resolutions expressing con-
fdence in him. It was said tonight that trade
reasons and desire to avoid politics were the
factors which controlled those offering objections
to the election.
secretary or the state department rendered
decision to-day in the of the protest of
Victor Rosewater. Republican National Committee
man. against the placing of the names the
official ballot for Presidential electors under the
title of Democratic and Peoples Independent
Party. Secretary Junkin decides against the pro-
test the ground that the same men were named
for electors by both conventions. and that, no
protests having been entered by any member of
either party he that the action of the
ventions satisfactory to the voters they repre-
scented.
Mr.. Bryan spoke tonight front lawn meet
ing which gathered at the home of DIR. p l.. Hall,
of Lincoln, congratulate him his election as
vice-chairman of the Democratic National Com
mittee.
Mr.. Bryan. accompanied by his secretary, went
10 the city about o'clock. His address pure
Iy congratulatory in character. and contained no
politics He mixed freely with the seyenty-five
friends and neighbors of DR.. Hall, who had called
to extend congratulations. Dr. Hall, who is presi-
dent Of the Central National Bank of Lincoln. and
the new national committeeman for Nebraska, re-
sponded briefly to Mr.. Bryans address. d.
New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
CONNECTICUT POLITICS BOOMING.
Republicans Issue Call for State Convention
Three Governorship Candidates.

New Haven Aug. s-The call for the Republican
State Convention in this city September anu
TO nominate state officers. Representative-atlarge
and seven Presidential electors. issued to-day.
The Democratic State Central committee will meet
on Thursday TO select dates for the Democratic
convention.
There are three candidates for the Republican
Governorship nomination, Governor Woodruff.
Lieutenant Governor Lake and Representative
I4illey. who would consider npminaton and cleo
tion yndicaton of his In trying to investi-
gate the submarine pOat contracts. For Represent
atve-at-large Senator James f. Walsh. of Green
wich and Speaker John Q. Tilson. of New Haven.
candidates
New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
AMERICAN INcoMMUNIcADo IN MEXICO

Chicago. Aug. 3.-Chicago friends may obtain the
release of w II Austin, manager OF the Pacific
Conner Coupany from the Mexico City prison.
where he has been confined since Wednesday on
charges of procuring the detention of Lawrence B.
Ross bookkeeper of the Buena Vista Plantation
Company, in Vera Cruz Austin has mad no COM
n,unication with the outside world since he was
,ocked mn and his Chicago business associates
learned OF his dilemma through reports teiegraphed
to newspapers detective has been sent to
Mexico TO investigate the affair.
Austin came 10 Chicago from Boston and has
heen in Mexico about year. He has business in
terests in Denver and Seattle.
New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
CUBAN COUNT DELAYED
CONSERVATIVE GAINS,
Excuses for Delay in Returns
Possible Party Fusion.

Havana, Aug. 3.-Two days after the closing
OF the polls in the provincial and municipal
elections. the results still are doubtful the only
salient facts being the unexpected Conservative
strength throughout the island and the corre-
spending weakness OF the partisans Of sehor
Zayas, the political leader IN the last rsvoiu-
ton. The indications now point toward the
fusion Of the Zayistas and Miguelistss as the
only hope Of successfully opposing the Con-
servative vote in the Presidential election in
December.
Santiago City probably Is Conservative but
the province of Oriente IS doubtful. The Con-
servatives claim Camaguey. Santa Clara IL
probably Miguelista- Matanzas also IS doubt
full but probably has been won by the Con-
servatives.
In Havana province General Asbert, zayista
probably has been elected Governor. but Julio
de Cardenas apparently has been elected Mayor
of Havana City by small majority
In Pinar del Rio province Senior Sabrado Con-
servative, has been elected Governor. but the
Provincial Council is believed to be Zayista-
There has been great confusion IN Havana
City in canvassing the vote of the 134 districts,
and score have not yet reported to the De-
partment of State and Justice. InnumerabIs
trivial technical excuses have been given by the
Central Municipal Board of Elections for not
eanvassing the returns. Allegations mads
that the strict letter OF the law has not been
complied with in the matter of sealing the re-
turns and addressing them TO the chairman Of
the Municipal Board From Regla, q suburb
across the bay. the returns were submitted By
mall which is contrary to law. and hence there
have been protests by both factions Of the LIB
erals and demand has been made that the vots
be set aside and new election ordered.
The indications are that a. week or ten days
will 'elapse before the canvass OF the city rs-
turns is completed. While the election law
worked admirably far the casting OF the
ballots was concerned. there appears 20 hays
been lapse in the provision fnsuring prompt
counting of the returns. While probably many
contests will occur, making necessary sdtudi-
cation on technical grounds, even the most
ardent partisans have not raised the cry Of
fraud, as IT is recognized everywhere that ths
elections were conducted in such nsnner ss
exclude the faintast possibility OF unfairness
New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
FINNISH DIET ELECTS OFFICERS.

Helsingfors. Aug. a-Judzs Svinhufvud. tas fo'lns
Finn candidate. reelected president OF us
Finnish Diet to-day by twice the nuusbsr OF Tots'
cast for the Old Finn candidate Although half the
Socialists abstained from voting. they elected tns
first Hce-president and the Old Finn party ths sso-
ond vice president.
simultaneously with the opening Of tbs nis<
imperial decree was published rsorgzntzfns ms
Senate on a conservative basis Sir Old F1nns. wos
favor closer relationship with Russia. replaces Pfo
fessor Mechelin, the former Premier, and his col-
leagues. who resigned when the Diet was dissolsea
last April.
New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
OKLAHOMA BANKERS NOT ALARMED.
Say They Are in no Manner Affected by At
torney General Bonaparte's Decision.
rRv telegraph to The Tribune. ]

Guthrie Okla, Aug. 3-Natona! bankers of Okla
homa. who have been taking advantage of the state
e,Iarantee deposit law maintain to-day they in
no manner affected by the decision of Attorney
General Bonaparte on Saturday, declaring the law
Illegal They declare the stockholders are liable
personally on their contracts with the state. the
national banking institutions themselves not being
involved and If losses under the contract the
stockholders are individually responsible. They in
sist they will not withdraw from the contract with
the state They admit however, that IL the state
should levy additional assessments to recuperate
the guarantee fund they would refuse to pay, and
their contracts would end.
New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
KANSAS REPUBLICAN PRIMARIES.
Senator Longs Seat Contested-Fight for
Betting Law Obtains.

Topeka. Kan, Aug S.-Kansas win hold the first
state wide primary IN its history Par
ticular interest attaches to the nomination of the
United States Senator and candidate for Governor
on the Republican ticket, the Republicans having
polled big majority in the last election. Joseph
L. Brlstow. who attracted attention by investiga-
tons carried the instance of President Roose-
Welt is contesting the Republican Senatorial noni-
nation with Senator Chester /. Long. The race is
generally conceded TO be close. The hard fight
for the nomination for Governor is between w r.
Stubbs and Cyrus Leland, ir.
The new law forhiis bets on the primary results
and for the nomination OF candidates by all parties
the same day.
New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
JAMES S. SHERMAN STARTS ON OUTING

Utica, N Y, Aug 3.-Representative James S
Sherman started for the st. Lawrence this after
noon and will remain the river tin THURSDAY
when he will return 10 his home in this city. II
is understood that his speech accepting the nomi-
nation will be completed Immediately on his re-
turn
William Berri OF Brooklyn, whose name was s,Ig-
gested for the nomination for Governor a recent
meeting In Brooklyn called Mr. Sherman to-
day. but neither would tell the subject of the con-
versation. that lasted about half an hour
New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
MARRIAGE WAVE ON THE EAST SIDE.
Preparing for #, Hotel Employees Alliance
Makes Appeal for Union Label.

The East Side branch OF the Hotel and Restau-
rant Employees international Alliance issued an
appeal Yesterday to all young people on the East
Side contemplating matrimOny 10 hold wedding
and betrothal ceremonies In halls where only union
beer cigars and bread provided.
1t was stated yesterday by East Sders who have
made psychology a study that. in accordance with
some mysterious law, a telepathic wave spreads
among the East Side young people about every ten
wears prompting a large number of them TO marry.
One Of these waves Is about due now. they say.
New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
DEMOCRATIC SPLIT IN IDAHO.

Wallace, Idaho Aug. 3-It is likely that two
Democratic state conventions will meet tomorrow
instead of one w & McFarlane and his Koote-
mai County delegates will lead the night against
Senator Du Bos. and they claim majority OF
twelve for seating McFsrane Senator Du Bois
arrived to-qay. Should McFarlane and others who
walked cut of the Twin Falls convention be
seated e IS predicted that the Du Bois will
hold convention of their
New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
$500 REWARD FOR might RIDERS
Governor Wilson spurred by auadrups
Lynching at RusseIlviIle.

Frankfort. KY, Aug. 8-Governor Wilson ef-
fered a reward OF 800 to-day FOR ths sppree~n-
sion and conviction of the leader and chsf ornoef
and the officers next in authority TO him Of ths
might riders IN the Hopkinsvins raid. the Princs-
ton raid and the Russeilvflle raid
The Governor said that he Is determined 20 fsrref
out and convict the leaders that hanged the forr
negroes at RusseIIviIs and the instigstOrs of ths
lawless reign in Western Kentucky.
New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
BITTEN SOLDIERS DOING WELL.

Washington Aug 3-The Pasteur treatment is
being administered TO Major j. II. Russell. First
Sergeant Pennington and ten privates of the First
RattalIon of the Panama expeditionary regiment
of marines who were either bitten or scratched
by a dog having rabies the canal zone last
month The men were sent TO the Marine Hospital
Yesterday on their arrival in Washington. All are
said 10 be doing we'll and have shown no symptoms
of hydrophobia-
New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
MILITIA TO KEEP MISSOURI DRY

St Louis Aug. s.-Foowing declaration that
he would send the national guard into ST. Louis
County to enforce the Sunday liquor laws and 10
nreserve order Governor Folk has issued orders
to Rrigadier General II. C. Clark, commander of
the National Guard of Missouri. TO assemble In
ST Louis County next Saturday and Sunday the
entire membership Of the 1st Regiment and Bat
terv A the states best equipped military organiza
ricps
New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
HUGHES LEAGUE FORMED.
Brooklyn Organization Will Work for Re-
nomination of the Governor.

Many representative Republicans of the 18th As
sembly District of Brooklyn met at the Logan Re
publican Clubs headquarters, at Garfield Place and
Sixth avenue. Brooklyn. last night and formed a
permanent organization, to be known the
Hughes League, to support Governor Hughes for d
denomination.
A larger meeting will be called at the club head
quarters the evening OF August IL
New-York tribune., 1908-08-04
FLOODS DRIVE OUT THIRTY FAMILIES

Wilmington y. e, Aug. 3.-Between thirty and
forty families have been driven from their homes
and heavy damage to crops and livestock is re-
ported have been caused by the high water in the
streams Holly Centre. six miles east of Burgeayy
The is still rising. and much suffering win re-
cult unless present conditions abate. The damage
Is estimated al 10000
The Washington herald., 1908-01-12
ARIzoNA's BURDENS STAND.
Miners Relief Bill Does Not Apply
to Territory.

FROM the Arizona Republican
There is still some doubt regarding the
precise status of the bill passed by the
Senate on the eve OF adjournment, sus-
pending the requirement Of assessment
work on the mines for the year 1907
Mining men and others who have follow
ed Congressional proceedings closely are
not sure whether any action had pre-
viously been taken by the House on the
measure
However, there is no doubt about what
Arizona mine owners viii have 10 do.
They Will have to do the work as usual.
for the bin passed does not apply TO this
Territory at all. The bin passed at the
request Of Senator Teller is applicable
only 10 the States Of California, Colorado,
Oregon, South Dakota. and Idaho.
The first measure introduced in each
body was intended to affect all the mining
States and Territories. but the Senate bill
was amended by striking out from the
provisions of the bill all but the five
States above mentioned
The action, or rather the want OF action
by Congress is said 10 have been antici-
pated by Arizona mine owners generally.
and they have already done their Work
or are engaged In doing it
The Washington herald., 1908-01-12
DUBLIN LACKS FLAT HOUSES
Consul Reports Opportunity for
American Capital
Desirnb Houses in Irish City Are
Generally Large and Expensive.
Transients Only Use Hotels.

ConsU! Alfred K. Moe reports that in
Dublin a keen sense seems to be grow
ing Of the need Of an apartment hotel
such az are seen IN large American
cities, which leads him 70 explain the
situation In Ireland's seat of government.
Consul Moe says
The present Dublin hotels are design
cd rather for transient than for perma-
nent guests. II is certainly a distinct
feature Of modern life in this city that
the tendency 70 live out Of town is enor-
mously on the increase This may be
due 10 the fact that the necessity felt for
country residence In the summer out
weighs 10 a great extent ths dislike 20
It's many Inconvenience during the win
ter and further that two establishments
cannot always be maintained because OF
the expense involved. II may also be
due 20 the absence Of convenient modern
accommodation IN town houses.
Another consideration, which would i'm
pei people to take kindly 70 the idea of
an apartment house, is that the desirable
houses are generally very large very eX-
pensive. and-With an increasing servant
dificulty-tOo incOnvenient 20 keep I'D
The few and isolated fat houses that
are now in Dublin are Of the old type.
with separate kitchens. Even for these
apartments, with high rental for the ac-
commOdation offered. there is a long
waiting list. it IS said. Leases, elaborate
and expensive, have TO be made for fair
ly long terms TO secure the privilege OF
residing IN these flats. While of late
years considerable improvements have
been effected in the Dublin hotels they
cannot be ranked with the average hotel
elsewhere for the number Of conveniences
and modern accommodations, especially
for family residence.
There are not as many small houses
in Dublin as there should be, considering
the demand for such dwellings. especially
in the better residential districts. and
such small houses as there are can be
had only on rather long leases-fr0m
three years upward. The rents, too. are
somewhat higher than the premises
would seem TO demand in most cases. It
will readily be noticed. then. that the
man Of small family with a fair income
has not the advantage Of renting or liv-
ing in an apartment for a part of the
year in such way as to be entirely in
dependent Of his house neighbors."