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Omaha daily bee., 1908-12-05

.,.,...,,.. SlSo, 454, $50
A marked Increase is shown ir the live
stock marketed this year. the total of 42s,-
1924, AS pounds, comparing with PA. 737, 10
pounds in 1901. The historian accounts for
this by the shipments of big range herds
before the advance Of homesteaders and
the large increase of fat stock on the
farms. 1t will be observed that, notwith-
standing South Dakota's classification as
a wheat state, corn. as last year, led in
the value OF yield, while the barley crop
OF 100000 bushels makes South Dakota
one OF the most important states in the
production of that cereal.
The National Association Of Wool Manu-.
facturers estimates the South Dakota wool
crop at 100000 pounds, worth $4,000, the
largest ever credited to the state. There
is no material change in dairy and poultry
products, while creamery production is d.
minishing and farm production correspond
ingly increasing. The miners nave had a
satisfactory year and the output OF $500 900
Is the biggest ever reported.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-12-05

CHICAGO, Dec. A-Winter's first on
slaught on wire service in the east was
made today when a wet snow, ACCOMPANIED
in some places by a high wind, demsrallzed
telegraph service betwe n Chit ago and
P~ittsburg. Linemen were o dered out all
along the line to make repa rs as fast as
possible, In other direct ons { ON Chicag)
conditions were reported normal.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-12-05

The Bee Want AID pages offer the best
advertising medium
Omaha daily bee., 1908-12-05

the shooting and had made a thorough
search Of the barn, cellar and premises for
the revolver, but had failed to locate It.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-12-05
STATE CONCLUDES ITS CASE
County Attorney Completes Evidence
in Charles Davis Murder Trial.
DEFENSE STARTS ITS INNING
attacks states Testimony as 70
Time DIR. RustIn Went Home
Mrs. nice Completes
story.

Continued from First Page.)
Douglas Island news., 1908-01-01
Gravrock-JohnSon

The wedding of Mr. Carl Johnson and Miss Laura Gravrock took place at the Congregational church on Christ mas Eve, Rev. HoIford officiating. The wedding supper was served at the Owl Restaurant.
 The bride is the daughter of MT. and Mrs. B. Gravrock, pioneer residents of Douglas, and has grown to womanhood surrounded by circle of friends, who wish her much joy.
 The groom is a worthy employee at Treadwell, who has shown himself to be made of the right kind of material. He is industrious, steady and depend able in every way.
 Mir. and Mrs. Johnson begin house. keeping in pleasant little cottage on St. Ann avenue.
Douglas Island news., 1908-01-01

Dane, Kitty Kooseaw, Mary @ Dobson, William Pavlovich, Krsto Gray, Fred G. Powers, Robert P. Hoffman, Isak Olsen, Oswald Gustafsop, Matts Auch, Joch
 Hunter, Jim Radonjich, Krsto Jeams, Miss S. Radulovich, Nova Yelich, Stane Rusk, Mrs. Mary YeIich, Gavrilo Sanford, T. W. (4 Ohizich, Savo Thom, Mrs.
 Ilich, Milvajlo Tusup, TodorJ. Johnson, Judith Young, john CD
Douglas Island news., 1908-01-01
The Deacon Was Right

A minister of the Gospel one Sabbath announced to his flock that he would have to leave them, as he was called to another field.
 "How much more salary do you ex- pect to get there than here9" asked one of Che deacons.
 "Three hundred dollars" remarked the minister with some hesitation.
 q don't blame you for goin'," re- marked the deacon, who had been a worldly man in his time, "but you should be more exact in your language. That isn'ta 'call'; it's 'raise'."
Douglas Island news., 1908-01-01

On last Monday evening Mrs. T. J. Carmouy entertained at Ohman's Hall, with dancing party, in honor of the sixteenth birthday anniversary of her son, Fred. Good music, and carefully prepared luncheon combined to make the occasion very pleasant one.
 An attempt to revive the howl about the Hindus meets with but little encouragement. There are only four of them left, and they, having found that jobs as bank presidents are scarce, have got down to chopping wood, and peace, happiness and plenty crown their efforts.
 The funeral of Richard Harris, the Juneau pioneer, was held in that city Sunday, under the direction of the '87 Pioneers Association and with the assistance of Gastineau Lodge No. l24, F. & A. M., of Douglas, of which organ ization deceased was member. The service was largely attended from both sides of the channel.
 The '87 s. B. Alaska Pioneers desire to express their sincere thanks to all those who assisted at the funeral of our late friend and neighbor, Richard T. Harris, and especially do we desire to thank little Klonda Olds and Miss Cecilia Tibbetts, MT. J. A. Helenthal and the Male Quartette. And we feel that we owe a debt of gratitude to the Treadwell band for the excellent and beautiful music which they furnished for the occasion, and we extend our grateful thanks to each and every one of them. For the kind assistance rendered by Superintendent Robert A. Kinzie we will ever hold him in grateful remem berance and to him we especially extend our thinks.
 THE '97 s. E. ALASKA PIONEERS. k. VALENTINE, JOHN OLDs,
 Secretary. Chairman. Juneau, Alaska, December 29th, 1907.
Douglas Island news., 1908-01-01
First Congregational Church

Service on Sunday evening January 9th, at 8 o'clock. Subject: Significant Speech. This will be New Year ser, mon and helpful to all who hear it.
 Prof. Evert Nymanover of Mime apolis, Minnesota, will give a piano selection President McKinley's Funeral March in G Minor during the offeratory.
 You are cordially and earnestly in- vited to be present to worship with us, and share in the musical treat awaiting us. A hearty welcome will be given you.
 REV. D. HoLFoRD, B. D., Pastor.
Douglas Island news., 1908-01-01
Property For Sale

Alex. Smallwood's property and business in Douglas are for sale at a bargain. The property list includes the store building on the beach, the two-story building on Front street, formerly occupied by the Douglas Iron Works, and number of cabins. Must all be sold at once. For further par ticulars, call at the Beach Store, Doug las, Alaska.
Douglas Island news., 1908-01-01
Front Street
The Douglas Postoffice

Postmaster Hubbard desires to thank the patrons of the Douglas Post office for their kind indulgence during the busy Holiday season. and announc- es that the office will again be open each evening in the week until 8 o'clock.
Douglas Island news., 1908-01-01

Its easy to look we'll if you have good clothes, and it's easy to get good clothes of Smallwood, at the Beach Store near the 300 Mill.
Douglas Island news., 1908-01-01
New Officers Installed

Last Friday afternoon, St. Johns Day, Gastineaux Lodge No. PA, r. and A. M., installed officers for the ensuing
Douglas Island news., 1908-01-01
Do You Want a Christmas
 Present?

Feusi, the Front street Hardware Man, has many articles suitable for Christmas Gifts, such as Pocket Knives, Hand Sleds, Safety Razors, Axes, Saws, and all kinds of Tools, Picture Frames all sizes made to order, and g very complete line of Curios, that slways make nice presents.
 JOHN FEUSI, Front Street Douglas
Douglas Island news., 1908-01-01

Prices that compare with Eastern prices, and goods that are the very best at the Kemmis Jewelry Store, Front street, Douglas.
Douglas Island news., 1908-01-01
A Happy New Year.

See the nice sleds at Feusi's.
 Indian grave fences are now in de- mand.
 You can get any size window glass at Jensen's.
 Try Universal Bread Mixer, sold by Jensen.
 Fl Perco Clear Havana Cigars, at all frst-class dealers.
 You can get Fl Perco cigars at Charlie Rosswog's.
 Plated ware-the best made at the Kemmis Jewelry Store.
 Jack Connors blew into town tho other day from Amalga.
 AS the day begins to lengthen, the cold begins to strengthen.
 M.G. Rogers and family have moved to "The Pines" Treadwell.
 Jensen carries big stock of cooking utensils-worth going to see.
 Call and see the new toys and holi- day goods at the Treadwell Store.
 This is a good time to subscribe for the Douglas Island News, ain't it?
 Miss Jarta Gaufin will return to her home at Petersburg on tho Jefferson. Universal Coffee Percolator, makes perfect coffee-sold by Jules Jensen. Large assortment of new toys and holiday goods at the Treadwell Store. Just as represented-is the warrant of the Kemmis Jewelry Store, Douglas. When you go to Juneau, stop in at Spickett's Smoke House and get fine cigar
 IfU don't U Auto. "U.all.No" After dinner Miut-1212c-at Charlie Ross wog's.
 The Treadwel Store has just received a large line of New Clothing for Men and Boys.
 PHI. Fox offers special reductions in Mems and Boys Clothing. See ad on this page.
 The "El Perco" is a Clear Havana Cigar and they are sold by all first. class dealers.
 The engagement of Gov. W. B. Hog gait to Miss Clarrissa Flames, of Utica, N. T., announced.
 Geo. E. James will be a pas seuger on the Str. Portland for the Westward, where he goes ou business.
 Preparations are under way for the proper celebration of "Slavonion Christmas" on January 7th.
 Turner (Juneau, Alaska) has fresh cream for sale at 75 cents per quart. Also plenty of fine Ice Cream.
 pr. Shurrick, of Wraugel, who is visiting in the city with pr. DeVighne, will return to his home on the Str. Jefferson.
 The Alaska Furniture and Under taking Col. G. Thomas, manager-is now settled in it's new quarters, at the corner of Third and D.
 Northern Light Rebekah Lodge, No. l, will entertain the Odd Fellows, their wives and families, and few specially invited guests at Odd Fellows Hall, tonight.
 Rev. Holford of the Congregational church has accepted a call to the pastorats of the Presbyterian church in Juneau. His time here expires in February.
 If you are in need of range or a Heating Stove, go to Jules Jensen's, where you will get Square Deal. Dan- dy Banquet and Perfect Wonder Ranges in stock.
 Any lady purchasing a I5 cent pat tern may, upon payment of % cents additional, secure McCalls Magazine for an entire year by calling at our pat tern counter forit. PHI. Fox, Douglas.
 Evert Nymanover, the expert piano tuner is in town. Now is your time to have your pianos tuned up and repair ed, voiced and pitched. Charges moderate. Leave orders at Hsubner's Music Store.
 The Cottage City, northbound, broke her shaft at the Gulf of Georgia and was lowed back to the Sound. The Cottage was just cut of the ship hos pital and was supposed to be in per. feet trim The Seattle will take her
Douglas Island news., 1908-01-01

Why not start the New Year by sub- scribing for the Douglas Island News.
Douglas Island news., 1908-01-01

In the eVenlng the memOeTs, VneIT wives and families, assembled at the hall and celebrated the occasion in a social way.
Douglas Island news., 1908-01-01
The Douglas Island News.
THELocAL FIELD.
NEW YEARS DAY.

This is a day, in days of yore, Our fathers never saw before; This is a day, 'tis one to ten, Our sons will never see again.
 FIELDING.
Douglas Island news., 1908-01-01
ADVERTISED LETTERS

Letters remaining unclaimed in the Postoftice at Douglas, Alaska, on Dec. 28, 1907. Parties wishing any of them should call for advertised letters" and give date of list. R. R. HUBBARD, P. M. Anderson. Gust (2)Calucero. .Joyo N.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1908-11-16
Belief of Many Members of the British
Foreign Office is That Dowa.
ger Empress Was
Murdered.
WAS GIVEN SLOW POISON
Her Death Occurred at Time When
1t Prevented Serious Dlsor-
ders Arising Over Sue
censorship.

LONDON, Nov. 1G.-The belief OF
many members of the British forei,yn
ofhce, that Tzu Hsi, dowager empr IS
of China, died as a result of foul play
are strengthened by the fact that her
death came at the right momen. to
prevent serious disorders arising over
the successorship. The death of the
dowager, which it was announced at
2 yesterday afternoon, removes great
danger, the foreign office here de-
clares, as she was the only person
likely to resist the new regime in an
eqort to retain her hold on the throne.
Her death is suspicious" said high
official here, discussing the matter.
THE contention that both she and the
emperor died of slow poison will prob
ably never be really investigated"
Official Notification.
WASHINGTON, Nov. 16.-The
Chinese legation today transmitted to
the state department an official report
! of the death of the Empress Dowager.
! The legation will Immediately go in
mourning for the Emperor one hun
! dred days, the red eliminated and the
blue substituted for everything con-
nected with the legation Minister
I Rockhill reported today Pekin was
| quiet.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1908-11-16
OFFICIALS DENY
JAPAN FRICTION
Roosevelt and Root Say There is no
Trouble Between the United
States and the Jspa. r
nese.
"oPEN DOOR" THE ISSUE
Diplomatic Exchanges Have Been i
Progress With Refcrnce to
Chinese Question Japan
Dscrimlates.

WASHINGTON, Nov. Although
Roosevelt and Root deny any friction
between the United States and Japan
relative to the open door" in China
and that no request or demand is be-
ing made of Japan. it is understood
diplomatic exchanges of views on this
subject occurred the past few days.
Ambassador Takira made several calls
on Root last week and ii is authorita-
lively stated these conferences con
cerned .Japan's policy in Manchuria
Numerous complaints have been made
by American and other foreign mer-
chants in Manchuria that while os-
tensibly aNintaining policy of none
interference with outside trade Jap
anese officials are secretly favoring
their own countrymen. AS result
the trade of American and other for
eign countries has suffered.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1908-11-16
Will TELL THE
BITTER truth
Won BueIow Determines to Tell the
Emperor All About the Ma
tionai Discomfort in
Germany.
WANTS KAIsER's PLEDGE
Newspaper Charges One of the Court
cIiques With Trying to Induce
Emperor to Declare Mill
tary Dictatorship.

BERLIN. Nov. 1C.-An official COM
manication was issued at noon today
by Imperial Chancellor Won Buelow
who has determined to tell the emper-
or the "whole bitter truth concerning
the national discomfort" in tomorrow's
interview. The chancellor will re-
sign unless the Kaiser pledges re-
nunciation of some of the personal
perogatives authorized in the publica-
tion of the manifesto informing Ger
many that henceforth the monarch's
powers will be limited. The intended
interview at Kiel was postponed
owing to the death of Count Huelsen-
Hasseler, until tomorrow, when the
Emperor will return here. The Nit
tag Zeitung today charges one of the
court clique with trying to induce the
Emperor to declare a military dicta-
torship to attempt to ouell the discon-
tent by blood and iron methods.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1908-11-16
BRILLIANT SPEAKER
HERE FRIDAY NIGHT
Hen. James E. Watson, Member Of
Congress from Indiana, Second
Number of Y. M C. A.
Course.

1t is a pleasure to announce that on
Friday evening, the Hon. Jas E. wat
son, of Indiana, will deliver one of his
famous lectures, under the auspices
of the Y. NJ C. A., being the second
number of the star course of the
season. Mr.. Watson is acknowledged
to be the most eloquent man in the
house of representatives, and the op-
portunity to hear this brilliant speak
er, who is known as the premier orator
Of many national orators, will certain
ly be appreciated by Keokuk people.
Mr. Watson is the greatest campaign
speaker Indiana has ever produced.
and the same qualities which havs
made him such vote getter on the
stump fl him admirably for the lee
ture platform. He has splendid
voice and pleasing presence. His high
standing in national affairs is so well
known that no eulogistic terms need
be applied to his abilities. Keokuk
people will hear him to the extent that
the opera house will be taxed, it is
believed.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1908-11-16
Robinson First to Fall.

Robinson with his deputies ap-
preached the house in which Deckard
was barricaded In the meantime
several negroes had congregated and
they were called upon by the sheriff
to assist him.
Deckard continued firing from the
door and windows of the house, and
one of the first to fall was Sheriff
Robinson. Five of the negroes also
We're killed, Two of them We're
brothers named Chapman Other
three have not as yet been identified.
During the melee some nine or ten
others We're wounded. including Po-
lice Chief Dick Farr hit in the
shoulder; white deputy sheriff,
name unknown; shot in the shoulder,
and Steve Grayson, who will probably
die.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1908-11-16
Archbishop Talks to the First Amer
ican Missionary Progress Now
in Session in Chi.
cago.
NEW ERA FOR CHURCH
Congress Gives an Opportunity to
Study the Duties and Response
biIities Of the church-Ad.
dress Encouraging.

CHICAGO, Nov. 16.-Archtishop
Quigley in the opening address of the
first American Catholic Missionary
Congress today declared the church in
America was beginning new era.
The congress gives occasion to study
the duties and responsibilities as an
!erarchical unity and the national
church in closer intimacy of the gov
eminent, association and affection
with himself and the church universal
to which he has been advanced by the
sovereign pontiff. He referred to the
excellent organization, plans and
propaganda He mentioned the re-
suits of the sacred congregation de
propaganda fide, the oldest missionary
organization in the orld He refer
red to the United States growth the
past hundred years. and the mission
arv activity due to the propaganda
fde.
Nearly two thousand delegates were
at the opening at 10 o'clock today of
the first session of the first American
Catholic missionary congress. Fifty
one of the eighty-nine American
bishops. eight mitred abbots. eight
monsignoris and nearly nine hundred
priests present. VIM. ]. Hynes well
coined the delegates in behalf of the
Catholic laity of Chicago. The fol-
lowing papers were read at the morn
ing session.:
Propagation of Faith,' Msgr. JOS
eph Freeri, New York
Work of Holy Childhood" very
Mission Colleges very Rev. A. q.
Burke, president church extension
society. Canada.
At the afternoon session papers
We're read as follows:
Church Extension very Rev.
Francis Kelly. president American
church extension society.
Cause of Indians Rev. VIM H.
ketcham, Washington.
Work for Negro" Rev. John F..
Burke. New York.
Home Missions in City" Richard
Cannon, Chicago
Tonight reception in honor of
Falconio and visitors will be held
Falcino reviewed the work of the
missionaries and the foundation of the
missionaries of the church to the tri-
butte to Joques Camver. Cerra, Mar
quette and others. Calcino closed
bestowing the apostolic blessing. He
said. May the spirit which ener
gized Peter, the first vicar of Christ
which stin abides with his successor
Plus. remain with you forever"
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1908-11-16
New Yorl, Produce.

NEW YORK. Nov 16.-Dressed
poultry, turkeys, 14m19c; chickens,
11@22c: fowls, 1o@13c; ducks. so
14c. Live poultry, geese 912@10Rc;
ducks, 11m12c: fowls, 12c; turkeys,
13c; roosters, Sc; chickens, 14c.
Butter Creamery. extra. 29@29hc;
firsts, 2502Sc; state dairies, tubs
finest, Csc
Eggs Nearby white fancy, 4s@5oc;
fresh firsts. 33@34c.
Cheese-Full creamery specials 14Q
15Rc; skins specials, lie.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1908-11-16
Progress of Ruef Trial.

SAN FRANCISCO. Nov. 16.-The
mdominable spirit of Francis ]. Heney
prevails in the court room at the trial
OF Abe Ruef. when the case was re-
sumed today. A Gordon of police sep
atated the spectators from the Judge,
Jury and counsel. Attorney Matt Sui
iiyan' j. ]. Dwyer and Hiram John
son, composing the brilliant array Of
counsel that stepped into the breach
caused by the shooting of the prose
cutor. exerted wholesome influence
on Tie state of mind of the audience
simultaneously the resumption of the
lial began this morning. Conflicting
iuinofs concerning the future course
81 the prisoner at bar became current
~ t1e court room. A report Of q CON
.empiated plea of guilty by Ruef's
counsel, imploring the mercy of the
court, is unconfirmed. No act of the
counsel can be interpreted as indicat-
ihs such move. 1t is known, how
eteF Reuf is in desperate state of
niihd and his demeanor today lacked
'he usual confidence His firm step
ala smiling countenance has given
away to sinking gait and undoubt-
aple expression of fear Attorney
frank y. Dozied. associate counsel
iof me prisoner has fastened the nope
" bringing the trial to an end with
q, pea to the court setting forth that
.ae Jury, after witnessing the assas.
sln act could not restrain from a feel
.ng OF prejudice. The concensus of
npi'llon presages the defeat of this
moye n,o and many believe the attorneys
may not enter it.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1908-11-16
WARSAW FIRE
SATURDAY EVENING
Home of Guy Morrison Was Dam
aged But the Furniture Was
Saved.
Especial to The Gate City.1

WARSAW. Ill, Nov. 16.-Fire Sat
urday evening, caused from defec-
tive flue, partially destroyed the home
of Guy Morrison on Clay street be-
tween Fifth and Sixth streets.
The family was away at the time
but neighbors and citizens helped in
taking out the furniture which was
saved, but in damaged condition.
The fire department. had hard work
in subduing the blaze and the house
was fairly Quilted by the flames before
they were put under control The
building Is owned by Mrs. Alton of
LaHarpe and there was $500 insurance
on the building and $500 on the con
tents.
Had there been heavy wind, dis
astrous fire might have resulted.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1908-11-16
Marshal Is Murdered.

The trouble started in a personal
encounter between Jim Grayson. a
young Creek Indian, and negro by
the name Of Deckard, at the Frisco
depot, about o'clock last evening
Deckard and Grayson engaged In n
fist fight and the latter was getting the
better of the negro when Deckard,
picking up rock, hit Grayson over the
head with it. Deckard then ran, and
Grayson phoned up town for the police.
Assistant Chief of Police Henry
Klaber, in charge Of the Okmulgee
police force at the time responded to
the call and met Deckard at the cross
ing of the creek, about midway be-
tween the business center of the city
and the Frisco depot.
Deckard opened fire on Klaber, kill,
ing him. Deckard then took refuge In
small house, where he had evidently
secreted Winchester rifle. and began
firing upon all who approached the
house. A hurry call was sent for
Sheriff Edgar Robinson, who was
summoning several deputies, started
for the scene of the trouble
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1908-11-16
COLORED WOMAN
PASSED BEYOND
Mrs. Fred Graham Died at ST. Joseph's
Hospital Last Evening After
Months Illness.

The death of Mrs Fred Graham, a
colored woman of this city. occurred
last evening at st. Joseph's hospital
following two weeks Illness there.
She had been suffering from tumor
and was i'll for several weeks before
being brought to the hospital.
The deceased was born in Burling-
ton in 1872, being thirty-six years of
age She was member of the A. NJ.
E. church.
The surviving relatives are her hus-
band, Fred Graham, two brothers,
Arthur and John Brown, and one sis
ter, Jennie, living in Burlington
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1908-11-16
Kansas CITY Live Stock.

KANSAS CITY. Nov. 16.-Cattle-
Receipts, $4,000 head; market 10 to
15c lower; steers, $4 60@7.35; stock
ers, SO 00@4 60
Hogs-Receipts, $4,000 head; mar
ket. 10 to 15c lower; bulk, So ESQ
$40: pigs, 81 ,Q0@5. 90.
Sheep-Receipts. 5000 head; mar
ket weak; muttons, $4.00@4. 60;
lambs, 81. 5O@6. 10.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1908-11-16
Weather Conditions.

There have been light snow flurries
in the lake region with an area of low
pressure, and another area of low
pressure in North Dakota is attended
by higher temperature in the north
west
The barometer is high from Idaho
southeastward to the gulf, and fair
moderately cool weather prevails west
of the Mississippi river.
Fair weather is indicated in this
section tonight and Tuesday, becoming
warmer Tuesday