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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
THE TAYLOR CASE
Judge Robinson Offers a SUg. uestiOD-Ertefs Will Be
 Submitted.

New Haven, Dec 23-Before Judge Robinson in the superior court here to-day, hearing was held on the in- junction proceedings, brought by Mrs Franklyn Taylor of Waterbury against her husband to restrain him from beginning proceedings to ,have her committed to an asylum.
 After arguments by the attorneys, Judge Robinson asked the lawyers if they did not think that the question of sanity was one upon which the probate court should pass, after a hearing; and also if they did not con sider the case outside the court s jurisdiction. It was agreed that the counsel in the case should submit briefs, covering the points raised.
 Attorney Marsh representing Mir Taylor, had entered demurrer to the action of Mrs Taylor in asking for an injunction and each of the lawyers spent one, hour in argument on the motion. Attorney Marsh con- teuueu that tue SupeTlof court Hdu no jurisdiction under the law and that the probate court was the prop CT place to determine the question of the woman's sanity.
 Attorney Seymour, representing Mrs Taylor said that the proceedings against his client were malicious and that there was an ultra motive for them, the same being desire to wrest the control of her property from Mrs Taylor, so that she would be unable to continue to render ser vices to her sister, who, it is stated is confined in a sanitarium. He said that no testimony had been intro duced at any of the hearings in the probate court to show that Mrs Tay- Tor was of unsound mind She had been examined, he said, by Dr Dief- fendorf of New Haven, but he calim- ed the doctor had really gained ac- cess to the Taylor home and secured an interview with Mrs Taylor by fraud, and that Mr Taylor was an ac- cessory.
 Both MT and Mrs Taylor were in court during the arguments,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
BURGLAR IN CELLAR
Discovered. He Put a Bullet in Inc Man Who Attacked
 Rim.

New York, Dec 23.--Van Dwight Sheldon, @ years of age, a student in the school of engineers at the New York university lost his life to-day in battle with burglar in the eel lar of the home of Dean Snow of the school. The murderer escaped. Shel: don made his home with the dean and had gone into the cellar to fix the fire in the furnace A man jumped out from behind the coal bin and Sheldon grappled with him. He call ed for help and the burglar whipped out a revolver and fired and Sheldon fell unconscious. He died a short time later.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
JAIL SENTENCE
G0mpers, Mitchell and Morrison Given Time By Justice
 Wright
END OF FAMOUS CASE

Washington, Dec 23.--The famous contempt case of the Bucks Stove and Range Co against President Gompers, Nice-President Mitchell and Secretary Morrison of the Amor ican Federation of Labor was de- cided to-day by Justice Wright of the supreme court of the District of Columbia adversely to the federation officials. Gompers was sentenced to twelve months Imprisonment, Mitch ell to nine months and Morrison to six months. The case grew Cuc of the alleged boycott of the compauy's products and the putting of tha; company on the unfair list and the federation's alleged violation of J dge Gould's recent mandamus, bas attracted wide attention.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
A GLUTTON FOR WORK.
Story of the British Civil Service In
 the Last Century.


 the Last Century.
 The British civil service during the middle of the last century was de- lightful place for young gentlemen who wished "job" with nothing to do. MT. Arthur w. ABecket in his "Reco!- lections of a HumOrist' describes his first day in the war office. After read Ing the Times through-no short task And listening to the conversation of his colleagues for awhile he ventured to address his chief.
 Can I do anything%' I asked. Ts there anything for me to do?"
 He seemed little perplexed, The l other denizens of the room paused for moment in their conversation to hear his reply It seemed to me that they appeared to be amused My chief look ed at me and then at the papers in front of him.
 "Ah" said he at last, with a sigh of relief. Are you fond of indexing?"
 replied I was fond of anything and everything that could be of the slight est service to my country. If those were not the exact words I used, tha was the spirit of my answer,
 T see, glutton for work" observed my chief. with a smile that found re, flection on the faces of my other col leagues. Well, A'Becket, just index this pile of circulars"
 seized upon the bundle and return ed to my desk. Oh. how I worked at those circulars, There were hundreds of them; and docketed them with the greatest care and entered their purport into book. From time to time my official chief. so to speak. looked in upon me to see how I was getting on.
 T say" said he, there's no need to be in such a desperate hurry. am not In immediate need of the index. You can take your time. you know Wouldn't you like stroll in the park Most of us have little walk during the day. We none of us stand on cere, mony and are quite happy family"
 But. no; I stuck to my indeying and after some three days of fairly hard work found my labors done. I took IT, | the bundle of circulars. now in apple pie order. and laid them on my chief desk.
 T say, A'Becket." said he. this won't do. You are too good fellow to be allowed to cut your own throat, ant for your brothers sake I will give you a tip. Don't do more than you ar, asked to do Now. I gave you those circulars to index because you would bother me for work. didn't want in, index. Now it's done it's not the least bit of use to me of course 1t may come in useful some day. but scarce ly see how it can. as the lot are out of date. But of course it may" he added to save my feelings.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
Report Is Confirmed.

Berlin, Dec 23.-The foreign office received advices from Caracas con firming the press reports of the over throw of President Cipriano Castro. The whole country rose against Castro" the communication said. The government of Juan Vicente Gomez has been greeted with much sympathy by, the native population and large proportion of the foreign residents. A good impression has been created by the fact that Gomez already has taken steps to re-estah- fish good relations with the powers and reopen the navigation in he Orinoco river" The foreign office has other information to the affec: that Castros return to Venezeuela is regarded as out of the question.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
TAXICABS IN NEW HAVEN.
George G. Nesbit to Have Them fol
 Public Conveyance.

New Haven, Dec 23.-Beginning Christmas day public taXicabs, the great New York convenience to peo- Die having occasional or regular use for conveyances. will be run in New Haven. The enterprising business man who has finally adopted this means of transportation is George G. Nesbit, the liveryman and automobile man of 20 George street
 Yesterday MT Nesbit had one of the cabs about the center of the city and invited a number of friends to short rides to try out the machine It worked to a charm and the owner is being congratulated for his enter nrica
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
Chinese Exclusion Act.

Annoy, China, Dec 23.-The Manila immigration authorities have in structed United States Consul Arnold to construe very leniently the regu- lations of the Chinese exclusion act regarding Chinamen domiciled in the Philippine islands who may have left their homes, but desire to return thereto. Up to the present time as high as so per cent of the Chinamen leaving here for Manila have been held because of trachoma There are upwards of 1000 native passengers to Manila from Annoy year.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
Question Unanswered.

Worcester, Mass, Dec 23.-The question how 16-year-Old Francis F.. Jones of Shrewsbury met his death on the ice of Half Moon pond Monday was still unanswered to-day by the officials who are conducting an in vestigation. Both the state police and the police of this city are seek ing evidence to fix the responsibility for firing the gun shot which caused the wound in the boys head and which had inflicted a fatal wound apparently some 24 hours previous to the time the body was found frozen to the ice yesterday.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
CITY NEWS.

Best bargains in diamonds. watch es. iewelry and silverware at M. A. Greens. 200 Bank street. Bucking- ham building
 Some of the barber shops in the city vii close all day Christmas while others will keep open in the morning until II o'clock
 According to the health authorities the number of cases of typhoid fe- yer, diphtheria and scarlet fever in this city is rapidly diminishing There are less than half as many in the city as there were month ago. SLUG ONE
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
Accidental Shooting.

Lunenburg, \. S., Dec 23.-Ruby Ham, 14 year old girl, is dead Ut her home in Malone bay as the re- suit of an accidental shooting at the hands of her brother. The boy, who is years old, was told to take a gun up stairs, it being believed that the weapon was not loaded. In pass ing through room in which his sis ter was dressing he pointed the gun at her. The hammer caught in his clothing and the gun was discharged in the girls face. She died instant lN. The authorities have taken no action in the matter.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23

out of their business relations with their customers by direct interfer- ence with and boycott of their tthe customers) trade relations with their own customers and the publis generally"
 Pending an appeal to the United States court of appeals of the District of Columbia all three defendants were released on bail, as follows: Gompers 5000, Mitchell s4.000. Morrison $3,000 A local surety company went on the bonds of the three. Each of the defendants be- fore sentence was passed made state ments in response to the usual in quiry, if they had anything to say.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
Found Dead In His Home.

Worcester. Mass, December 23.- Frank W. Cutting, for forty years connected with the Worcester Me chanics Saving bank and for seven years treasurer of the same, was found dead in his home here to-day. He had committed suicide. The bank officials express their belief that his tiOns had been lately.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
SIMPLE FAITH.
A BurIy Burglars Confidence In an
 Editors Business Acumen.


 A man who admitted that he came direct from state prison tried to sell 10 the city editor of New York news paper a weird and s4artling story of missing will which he declared had been revealed to him by q fellow con vict. He was a burly fellow with progna1hous jaw, and he had lost an eye in battle The mere look of him would frighten timid citizen into tremors. Mr White. the expert in criminology, cross examined the man as follows:
 why were you i'll Auburn"
 Highway" Omeaning, of course, high way robbery
 T suppose you were wrongfully con- victed."
 "Nuh; dey had me right"
 Such engaging candor made Mr. White feel that the man was truthful, and he was greatly disappointed when strict investigation disclosed the fact that the story of the missing will was all nCtltlOuS. l ne man was UlSup- pointed, too, at the failure of his TO- nance, but he went away from the newspaper office i'll cheerful mood, with some remark about better luck next time.
 A week later Mr. White was sum moned to the reception room of the newspaper, and there he found his friend, the bnrly hghwayman, his shoulders broader, his single eye fiercer than ever But his visit was quite friendly. although somewhat tinged with business He evidently believed he could rely on MT. Whites good faith and business acumen. Fixing MT White with his glittering eye the strong armed one plucked him by the sleeve over to q corner of the room and there in loud, hoarse whisper in. quired:
 Say, couldjer do anyt'ing wit cou, pie O watches"- Harper's Weekly.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
Gomez Sends Letter.

Washington, December 23.-A re- sumption of diplomatic relations with Venezuela is at hand. An of ficial communication, expressing the wish of vice president Gomez, to settle satisfactorily all international questions between the United States and Venezuela, has been received. A spcial commissioner has been ap- ponted to represent the United States in any negotiation. which may be had
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
POLO MAY COME BACK.
Billy Hanna Is in Waterbury Looking
 Oyer the Field

Manager Billy Hanna of the New Bedford and Bridgeport teams was in Waterbury this afternoon in con sultation with some of the Eagles relative to reopening the polo gamo here again. He is ready to transfer the Bridgeport team just as soon as the Eagles say the word. They could not give him definite answer this afternoon, but told him there would be a meeting of the Eagles Sunday and the matter would be settled one way or the other
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
TRIED NEW UNIFORMS.
The Governor Staff In Glitterine
 Array.

New Haven. Dec 23.--Colonel Robert O. Eaton of North Haven and Major Louis NJ. Gilman entertained at dinner here last night Governor elect George L. Lilley and the mem bers of his staff. Previous to the dinner Mr Lilley held a reception at the Union league and the members of his staff tried on their new uniforms All the members of the staff with the exception of Major Theodore ROose- welt, Jr. were present. Charles A. Goodwin, Mr Lilley's executive sec retary, was also present.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
In Critical Condition.

Albany, x. Y., Dec 23-Attorney General Jackson. who is in critical condition at the Albany hospital fol- lowing an operation for complica- tion of typhoid fever was reported to be somewhat improved to-day His physicians say he passed a comfort able night and that there is a chance for his recovery.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
F.. T. Goes Condition.

New Haven. Conn. Dec. 23.- There was no change in the condi, tion of E. T. Coe, the treasurer of he Coe Brass company of Torring- on. who Is seriously ill at his home in this city. The reports from the Coe home this morning were to the effect that the patient had held his own during the past 2i hours.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
Died in Springfield.

Terryville, Dec 23.-News of the death of James O'Connell of this place in Springfield. Mass. last even ing, was received here to-day. The circumstances indicate that he com. mitted suicide. for which no reason is known. He was 30 years Of age. and was formerly employed in fac tory here, but of late had worked i'll New Britain.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
'LSvoaHod 8aHLv1M

Forecast for Connecticut: Fair. continued cold tonight: Thursday fair. slowly rising temperature; fresh to strong northerly gales. diminish ing and becoming westerly by Thurs day.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
The Garden NarietY.

"one's clothing may be luxurious, my dear, but never luxuriant."
 How about hats:" = Brownings Magazine.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-23
.WOMEN'S
WRINGERS

Hot water Bottles, and many other useful gifts we would gladly have inspected.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-10-19

erlck Augustusv'
 Bah! It is impossible. What is your man Armitage like" asked Du- rand irritably.
 "He is the right age. He Is a big fellow and has quite an air. He seems to be without occupation"
 'Clearly so," remarked Durand iron ically. But he has evidently been watching us. Quite possibly the la mented Stroebel employed him. He may have seen Stroabel here''-
 Chauvenet again struck the table smartly.
 "Of course he would see Strobel! Strobel was the archduke's friend. Stroebel and this fellow between them"-
 "Strobel is dead. The archduke is dead. There can be no matter of doubt of that" said Durand. but doubt was in his tone and in his eyes.
 Nothing is certain. It would be like Karl to turn up again with a son to back his claims. They may both be living. This Armitage Is not the ordi- nary pig of a secret agent. We must find him.
 "And quickly. There must be-
 -another death added to our little list before we are quite masters of the situation in Vienna"
 They gave Zmai orders to remain on guard at the house and went hurriedly out together
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-10-19

feel as much at home there as any where-but am neither English nor American by birth. nm, on the other hand"-
 He hesltated for the barest second, and Claiborne was sensible of an in- tensincation of interest Now at last there was to be a revelation that amounted to something
 "On the other hand" Armitage re- peated. T was born at Fontalnebleau where my parents lived for only few months. but do not consider that that fact makes me a Frenchman. My mother is dead. My father died-very recently. have been in America enough to know that foreigner is often under suspicion-p particularly if he have title. My distinction is that I am foreigner without onew John Armitage laughed.
 Tt is, indeed, real merit" declared Dick, who felt something was expect ed of him. In spite of himself he found much to like in John Armitage. He particularly despised sham and pre- tense. and he had been won by the evil dent sincerity of Armitage's wish to appear well in his eyes.
 And now" said Armitage. q assure you that am not In the habit of talk ing so much about myself-and if you will overlook this offense promise not to bore you again."
 T have been interested" remarked Dick And" he added, q cannot do less than thank you. Mir. Armitage."
 Armitage began talking of the Amer ican army-its strength and weak nesses-with an intimate knowledge that greatly surprised and interested the young officer, and when they sep- arated presently 1t was with curious mixture of liking and mystification that Claiborne reviewed their talk.
 The next day brought heavy weath. CT, and only hardened seagoers were abroad. Armitage, breakfasting late. was not satisfied that he had acted wisely in speaking to Captain Clai- borne; but he had, at any rate, eased in some degree his own conscience. and he had every intention of seeing all that he could of Shirley Claiborne during these days of their fellow voy- aging
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-10-19

He talked with them a few minutes longer. then tcok himself off. and they saw little os him the rest of the day.
 Armitage did not share their distinc- tion of a seat at the captains table. and Dick found him late at night in the smoking saloon with pipe and book. Armitage nodded and asked him to sit down.
 You are sailor es we'll as a sol dier. captain. You are fortunate. always sit up the first n1ght to make sure the enemy doesn't lay hold of me in my sleep"
 He tossed his book aside, had brandy and soda brought and offered Clai- borne a cigar.
 This is not the most fortunate sea- son for crossing. I am sure to fall to- morrow. My father and mother hate the sea particularly and have retired for three days. My sister Is the only one of us who Is perfectly immune"
 Dick Claiborne was a good deal amused at finding himself sitting be- side Armitage-enjoying, indeed, his fellow travellers hospitality, but Armf- tage, he was forced to admit, bore all the marks of gentleman. He had. to be sure. followed Shirley about. but even the young mans manner in this was hardly matter at which he could cavil. And there was something alto gether likable in Armitage. His very composure was attractive to Claiborne, and the bold lines of his figure were not wasted on the young officer.
 Armitage was thinking rapidly of something he had suddenly resolved to say to Captain Claiborne. He knew that the Claibornes were family of dis tinction. The father was an American diplomat and lawyer of wide reputa- tion. The family stood for the best of which America is capable, and they were homeward bound to the Amer ican capital, where their social position and the fathers fame made them con- spicuous.
 Arnitage put down his cigar and bent toward Claiborne, speaking with quiet directness. .
 Captain Claiborne, was introduced to you at Geneva by MT. Singleton. You may have observed me several times previously at Venice, Rome, Florence, Paris, Berlin. I certainly saw you. I shall not deny that in-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-10-19
ITO Be Continued
THEATRICAL BOOKINGS.

Monday, Oct 19-"Mrs Temples Telegram"
 Wednesday, Oct 21-Li'l Nose. Thursday, Oct 22-Republican rally Monday, Oct 26-"From Sing Sing to Liberty"
 Tuesday and Wednesday, Oct 27 and 2S-"Black Beauty"
 Thursday, Oct 29-Republican rally Friday, Oct 30-Frank Labor in Prince Humbug."
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-10-19

TeQS or excel.
 lent Turkish tobacco. On one side of it WAS etched in shadings of blue and white enamel helmet, surmounted by . falcon poised for flight, and beneath the motto Eide Non Armis." The back bore in English script, written large, the letters "F. A."
 The men stared at each other won der1ng1y for an instant, then both ieaped to their feet.
 Tt isn't possiblew gasped Durand.
 Tt Is quite possible" replied Chauve- net. The emblem is unmistakable. Good God, lookw
 The sweat had broken out on Chau- venets face, and he leaped to the chair where his coat hung and caught up the garment with shaking hands. The silk lining duttered loose where Armitage had roughly torn out the envelope.
 @Who is hes Who is hey' whispered Durand, very white of face.
 1t may belt must be some one deeply concerned"
 Chauvenet paused, drawing his hand across his forehead slowly Then the color leaped back into his face, and he caught Durand's arm so tight that the man fiinched.
 There has been man following me about. I thought he was interested in the Claibornes. He's here. I am sure saw him at the Monte Rosa to- night God!'
 He dropped his hand from Durand's arm and struck the table fiercely with his clinched hand
 "John Armitage Armitage, heard his name in Florence"
 His eyes were snapping with excite ment, and amazement grew in his face.
 '.Who is John Armitage? demand ed Durand sharply, but Chauvenet stared at him in stupefaction for a tense moment, then muttered to him. self:
 "Is 1t possible? Is it possibleg And his voice was hoarse, and his hand treinbled as he picked up the cigarette case.
 'sNy dear Jules. you act as though you had seen ghost. Who the devil Q ArmitageT'
 Chauvenet glanced about the room cautiously, then bent forward and Whlspered very low close to Durand's CT; s'1uppose be were the son of the TIT Karil Suppose he were Fred |