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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
DROWNED BY FLOOD.

A dispatch from Blueield, w. Va,
says three men were drowned aud five
others had narrow escapes from death
yesterday afternoon at Rock, a small
town on the Norfolk aud Western, BY the
collapse of suspension foot bridge over
Bluestone river.
The foods Of the few days past have
raised the waters OF Bluestone river TO
81 unprecedented height.
The downpour of rain continues near
Elkhorn. The river is out of Its banks
and box and coal cars and small build
ings, carried away by the torrent, have
caused bridges to be swept from their
foundations.
A dispatch from Charleston, w. Va,
says rs a result of heavy rains Tuesday
and Tuesday night the Kanawhs river
and Its tributaries are rising rapidly. A
stage of thirty feet is expected. Land
slides in the New river canyon have
blocked Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad
trains.
Considerable damage Is reported from
different points.
The worst food in years prevailed
over central and western Kentucky yes
terday. Heavy rains, falling almost
continually for thirty-six hOUr, have
caused an overflow in all streams. The
northern and southern sections of Lex
ington, KY, are purity submerged, and
many famiie, have been driven from
their homes.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
More RIotlng In Philadelphia.

Philadelphia, April O. Further
serious rioiipg between negroes and
Itslans seeking employment on the
new Hsmmers,eiu O. era House occur.
red here today, and before the police
could quel the disorders several Of the
fighters were badly hurt. The fresh out
break has caused the greatest alarm, as
1t Is feared the race feeling may become
general and attacks on some Of the foreign
districts or negro quarters follow. 10
the lighting that occurred today stones
we're hurled and clubs welded, while
few knives and revolvers were 9ourished.
so far as known, however, no one was
slasheI or stabbed and there was no
shooting. Once fighting started, 1t eK-
tended for several blocks south Of the
Opera House site. Luckless Italians on
their way to work at other places were
bounced on BY negroes and badly beaten.
For an hour the riotlng continued and
the foreigners had the worst Of 1t In all
the encounters. At one time party
of high school boys broke into the melee,
taking the side of the Italians. Several
we're roughly handled by the enrsged
negrLes. 1t was not until mounted po-
lice arrived that any progress was made
in quelling the riot. When they had
cleared a space by riding through the
crowd, patrolmsn were able by repeated
charges to Dive back the mobs and clear
the streets,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
Attempt TO Kldnap

New York, April 2.-Andrea SsippA's
love for pretty Pauline Labor, IA years
old, which led him to try to run away
with the girl today, has brought him in
to serious trouble. Pauline's father OBJ
jected to the match on account of his
daughters age. Today Andrea waited
In cab at First avenue and slst street
where Pauline passed daily going 10
work 10 Q nearby cigar factory. When
the girl approached Andrea sprung out,
threw q cloak over her head and tried to
drag the girl into the carriage. Her
struggles and screams attracted crowd,
and Policeman Moroney and Fittig
hurried to the spot. When he saw them
coming Andrea deserted the girl and
started to run. The police soon csught
him and he was locked up. Pauline,
the cab driver and a number OF bystand-
ers were taken along az witnesses.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
Undesirable Quests,

New York, April 2.-Despite the fscl
that Manager James B. Regap, Of the
Hvtel KnIckerbroker, insists that 4. K.
Thomas and Evelyn Nesbit Thaw were
the unwelcome guests he asked to leave
the hotel dining room Monday night,
denials we're forthcoming today from
those interested. The famous doubles"
Of the couple we're once more rnug 10 to
take the blame of the episode. Manager
Regan is firm in his Identification. He
says Evelyn and Thomas entered the
dining room about the time after theatre
guests were arriving. Evelyn was at
ouce recognized by many of the other
diners. At once Mr.. Regain called
Thomas aside and told him they would
have to leave, and asked him to inform
Evelyn her patronage was not desired.
The couple left Immediately, and so
diplomsticsly was the jectment engineer
ed, that no on3 in the place was the wiser.
New York, April 2 Evelyn Nesbit
Tbaw is prepsring 10 sail tomorrow for
Europe, according to an announcement
made today at the Hotel Prince George,
where she has been living since she gave
up her home in Park avenue. Her al
rsngements for the voyage were made
suddenly after the publication that sh e
and E. r. Thomas were forced to leave
the Hotel Kniokerbocker dining room
Monday nigh: by Manager James b.
Regsn. It is Eseiyn's purpose, IL lie
sls..s11, to remain 10 Europe until after
her suit for the annulment of her mar
rage TO Stanford Whites slayer has
been diaposed Of.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
Mitchell 10 Edit Paper.

Indianapolis, April John Mitchell,
retiring president of the United Mine
Workers, today announced his plans
for the future. He will establish and
operate in Indianapolis o labor paper,
which will advocate peace between the
miners and operators Of the country,
"Not only will my paper devote itself
to The work OF the mining industry"
be said, "bu! al labor 10 general,
although, Of course, the miners and
operators will be the primary consldera.
lion in its columns" Editor Mitchell
Is assured of big subscription list to
start with, as practically all miners and
operators will take 1t.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02

Charges OF intoxication and use OF his
place a. postmaster TO further political
interests preferred against E. A. Warren,
of Bristol, Tenn, have been dismissed
by order of the postmaster general after
investigation by postoffice inspector;
The case was one of several mentioned
by the civil service commission In
Latter to the President recently direct
ing attention to the fsc; that political
activity By a federal officeholder aud
use of his position to exert innaence
was punishable by dismissal.
John A. Benson, the fourth oil the al
legged land fraud cOnspirators, PLEADED
not guilty in Ju4tice Staford's court
this morning aud the work OF selecting
a Jury 10 try him together with hynde,
Dimond and Schneider proceeded forth,
with. Benson's srraignment followed
the everything Of the plea In bar SUD-
mitted in his behalf yesterday based on
the refusal last year of Judge Lsrcombe,
OF New York, to exirsdite him to Wash
ingte1. Justice Stafford held that the
New York decision did not enter at all
into the question of the guilt or innt-
cencs of Benson or the sufficisncy OF the
Indictment. Benson was arrested in this
CITY some months after his release by
Judge Larcombe.
The bsttleship Oonnec lieut., which
brought Admiral Evans from Magdslena
bay to Saa Diego yesterday in order
that be might have the benefit OF the
Hot Springs at Psss Robles, has re-
turned and rejoined the feet. II Is
expected that target practice will be
concluded within another week, and
that the feet will arrive at San Diego
April IL or ID. In the meantime Rear
Admiral Thomas will be in command
OF the feet. Admiral Evans will resume
command at San Diego and will quit the
sea finally upon the feet being reviewed
By Secretary Metcslf on May 8.
Another democrat in the House re-
fused to be led today. Representative
Francis Burton Harrison, of New York,
rebelIed against minority leader Viii
lisms' scheme to devote the national
surplus to building public roads. "Mad;
ison and Monroe vetoed such bills and
that is good enough democracy for me, "
said the Tsmmanyite. He added that
should Williams "socislistic policy" be
adopted the States would soon be asking
the federal government to feed and
clothe their citizens.
Mr.. Carlin has introduced a bill In
the House for the relief OF W. l.. b.
Wheeler, of Prince William county, Vs,
The fight Of independent tobacco manufac,,
turers against tags and bands, said to be used
by the tobacco trust to sell their product, be-
gan today before the House committee on
ways and means.
Senator Dupont today introduced a bill to
create financial commission to consist OF
seven m embers appointed by the President.
Hearings we're held before the committee
on agriculture and Forestry today on the
question of federal grain inspection.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
SENATOR BAILY THREATENED.

The leaders of the Baily and anti.
Bailey forces at Dallas, Texas, are
now trying to prevent bloodshed or a
tragedy, for the bitterest political feel
ing ever known in the State is evident
in the pending campaign to see If The
democrats will send Senator Bailey to
Denver as a delegate at large. The
primary election is TO be held May 2
and speeches by supporters OF bo.h are
btiug made all over the State.
Senator Bailey will open his campaign
at Lufkin next Saturday and 60 to
Georgetown on Monday. Threats have
been made to have anti. Bailey speakers
to demsnd 8 division of time. Mr..
Bailey refused 10 agree on the ground
that they are assisting his character and
that self-respect prohibits his entering
into joist debate.
Clare5ce Ousley, editor Of the Fort
Worth Record and State campaign man.
ager for Bailey, in large type served
warning yesterday against those who
are believed to be in 8 conspiracy to
provoke personal encounter. He de-
clares that knowledge has come to the
Bailey side during the last 10 days
of two threats to assassinate Senstor
Bailey.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
Two Hotels Burned.

Meadville, Pa, April Half hun
bred persons had narrow escape from
death and two hotels were destroyed In
q fire at OoEnesut lake, near here,
early today. The only fre-6ghting
force at Connesut lake is a small bucket
brigade, and for q time the town wss
at the mercy of the flames. The fire
was gotten under control after it had
completely destroyed the Taylor Hotel
aud partially destroyed the Chilcott
House. Several barns and outhouses
we're also destroyed. The loss is esti-
mated at $40. 200.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
Virginia News.

a call has been extended the Rev.
w. d. Laird, Of Warrenton from
church in Wilmington, Delaware.
Miss Susan Virginia Smith, aged 81
years, died at the home of her sister, Miss
Mary Smith, in Fredericksburg, Tues
day night.
Charles Miller, the baggage thief, WAS
sentenced to four years and six months
in the Denitentiary by the court at Char
lottesville yesterday.
The Southern Railway has put into
effect an interstate rate on sill Of its lines
at q cents per mile. One thousand
mile books will be sold at $40.
DR.. John Breathed Snodgrss,, who
served with the Virginia Military Insti-
tute cadets In the battle Of New Market,
died 10 Martinsburg, Saturday.
Eustsce Jeffries died Saturday, March
18th, in the eighty-6fth year Of bis age,
at the residence in Warrenton, of Mr..
d. P. Kelly, where he had recently
made his home.
Announcement is made that Judge L.
Ashby Wickham, member Of the State
Senate, may enter the race for Congress,
10 opposition to Capt. Lamb, the incum'
bent, Of the Richmond district.
Elkennah Brooks, q Louisa county
farmer, was held up, robbed, and MUIR
derously assaulted by three negroes Tues
day night, who sfterwsrd dragged bis
body to the side Of railroad tracks and
threw 1t into a cinder pit.
Mr.. Richard Evelyn Byrd, speaker
Of the House of Delegates, will open
law Offices in Richmond about May lst
and will divide his time thereafter in
practiciug his profession there aud 10
the various courts Of his homo section.
Mr.. Byrd will maintain his legal resi-
deEce in Winchester.
The Supreme Court of the Uuited
States is to begin the hearing of oral ar
guments Monday In the Virginia West
Virginia debt settlement. Preparations
for the hearing have been under Tsy for
several weeks, and the attorneys are
anxious for the case to begin and TO be
gotten out of the way.
An Eastern Star Chapter WIS organ
lied Monday night In Masonic hall, in
Fredericksburg, with 3 membership Of
fifty. The Eastern Star Is composed Of
the wives, daughters, sisters, mothers
and widows of Master Mssons, and
Master Mssons are eligible. Mrs. Clar-
euce r. Howard was elected presiding
Officer.
Miss Eleanor Barnard Conrad, Of
Winchester, will bs married May IL to
Judge Adam Clarke Carson, associate
Justice OF the United States Supreme
Court, Manila. The wedding occurs at
Winchester. Judge Carson sailed from
Manila yesterday for the United States.
He and his bride will make their future
home In the Philippine capital.
Messrs. Davis & Davis, Washington
patent attorneys, report the grant, this
week, to citizens of this state, of the
following patents: A. T. Callahan, Of
Fsirwood, broom-bridle; ]. 7. Garter,
Of Danviiis, t,05cssccccee-stesmlGg mscAAiins
w. l. Harp, of Galsx, indexed book;
R. V. Parr, of Fordwick, bag-holder;
w. B. Parrish, of Kara, seed. dropper;
W. B. Parrish, Of Kara, fertilizer dis
trlbuter; w. o. Schmidt, OF Richmond,
indicating bottle.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
indiana Republicans.

indianapolis, Ind, April 2.-Wita
the platform adopted and cut Of the way
the republican State convention this
morning started on the work OF naming
ticket. The four-cornered governor
ship ight is the principal attraction with
Charles w. Miller, VIM. L. Taylor.
both attorney generals; james E. Wat
son, "whip" Of the national House Of
r. personalities, and Lieutenant Cover
nor Miller as the four candidates.
Workers for all candidates carried On
their political game all tight.
II Is thought Watson will lead on the
first ballot with O. w. Miller second,
Taylor third and Hugh Miller fourth.
Beyond this ballot tven the wIsest arc
not guessing.
The first ballot for governor resulted:
Watson, els; O. W. Miller. 1913; Tay-
lor, 29l; hugh Miller, 1874; necessary
to choice, 1876.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
Cnred ofRhenmatism.

Mr.. VIM. Henry of Chattanooga,
Tenn, had rheumatism 10 bis left arm.
THE strength seemed to have gone out
of the muscles 80 that it was useless for
work." he ssys. ri applied Chamber
laio's Pain Balm and wrapped the arm
In flannel at night, and to my relief |
found that the pain gradually left me
aud the strength returned. In three
weeks the rheumatism had disappeared
and has not since returned" II troubled
With rheumatism try few applications
of Pain balm. You ara certain to be
pleased with the relief which 1t sfords.
For sale by w. F. Creighton and Rich
ard Gibson.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
THURSDAY EVENING. APR. 2. 1908.

AS HAS been stated in the Gazette
Judge R. T. W. Duke, of Charlottesville,
while attending a meeting of the State
democratic committee recently held In
Richmond, expressed his disapProval OF
the primary plan Of nominations, and
will in all probability make an effort
when the Slate convention meets in Roa-
noke 10 June 10 have the plan set aside.
Ia a statement made TO a friend In Rich
mond shortly after the meeting OF the
State committee Judge Duke used SIM
liar arguments against the primary plan
that have from time to time been set forth
In the Gazette and said:
arsvery much in earnest in my OPP
position TO the primary plan whereby can
didsles for Office have TO pay enormous
prices in order to &c. into campaign.
The idea is repugnant to the people
of the State. 10 the first place, the
man Of moderate means is prohibited
from getting into a race. l think that
the Offices 10 the State should be free to
every man who desires to offer. The
idea of a man having to expend at
least $40, 900 for the gubernatorisl cam
paiQu aud 70 be required to make two
csmp,igns is wrong. The candidates for
the nomination should bear all legitimate
expenses and should be and always have
b zen ready to take the stump and to DO
ell IN their power to make the success OF
the ticket certain. There will be several
gentlemen in the race next year, and l
know that each will get right in and
do his part after the ticket is nominated.
But IFS carrying it most too far TO expect
the candidates to 60 up and down the
Safe, making speeches and then when the
primary is over to begin anew and do the
same thing over again. Not that alone,
but there is always the danger OF bitter
ness being developed within the party
by reason Of the debates and discussions.
IL is these that rebound to the discredit
OF the party and encouragement OF the
enemy. We must avoid that for good
reasons. One reason is that 1t Is I'M
seemly and tends to destroy the party
which has done 30 much for the State. "
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
Roosevelt Party Ia New Orleans.

New Orleans, April 2.-The Roose-
welt party spent yesterday in excursions
to various parts of the city. The entire
party visited the OLD French market at
7 this morning 1t returned to the
yacht for breakfast, after which Miss
Roosevelt went out shopping with some
friends. Miss Ethel Roosevelt, Miss
Langdon and Captain Fitzhugh Lee
went for an automobile ride over the
city. A number of former Rough Riders
called on Mrs. Roosevelt and we're
warmly received by her. Mrs. Rocse-
welt has received number Of invitations
to luncheon and dinners here, but has
declined them all. Governor Blanchard
and Mayor Behman will probably call
officially tomorrow.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
ANOTHER GERM DESTROYER.
tierplcIde Is Death to Dandruff Germ.

The germ burrows into the scalp, throwing
Old the cuticle in thin scales. called dandmff,
or tcurf and digging at the root Of the hair
where II saps the hairs vitality. First comes
brittle hair, then lusterless and dead-like
hair. then Filling hair, and, finally boldness
Nine tenihs of the hair troubles are caused
by dandruff. Without dsndrud hsir will
grow iururiantly, as nature intended. Her.
picide" killsIthe dsndrua germ leaving the
hair To grow unhampered, as il does with the
American red man.
Sold by Ernest L. Allen & Co., agents.
Two sizes SOC and 81 90. Send lite in
stamps for sample to The Herpieide Co.,
Detroit, Mich. lSs
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
SiIyersteIu Diving.

New York, April 2.-Selig Silver
stein, the bomb throWsr who was In
jured In Union Square last Saturday by
the bomb with which he tried to ex-
terminate a squad of policemen, is re-
ported dying at Bellevue Hospital today.
According to the attending physicians
Silverstein will hardly be able to live
out The day. Alexander Berkman, an
archist leader, accused Of conspiracy
with SiIyerstein will be arraigued in
police court tomorrow.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
Set Tenement ftouse IN Sire

New York, April 2.-Incendiariss
fred the massive tenement at Al Hester
street early today, causing three deaths,
while fifteen persons were so severely
injured they are now 10 hospitals. The
fire was set under the stairs, and before
1t was discovered by Policeman O'Neill
the stairs had been destroyed. The
frightened inmates when aroused jsmmed
the nre escapes and when the dfemen
arrived they had to resort to life nets
to save nearly one hundred persons.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02

DIRECTORS Of the International Paper
Company yesterday declared a quarterly
dividend Of per cent. on the preferred
etock. This is & reduction of one-hslf
of per cent. from the previous quarter.
The paper trust is such monopoly and
has been making so much money that
many will believe that the cut in Its
dividend is only blind used to prevent
a reduction in the tariff on paper and
wood pulp by Congress.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
New York Stock Market.

New York, April 2.-Trading was in
ffuenced again today by uncertainty in re-
gard TO the financing Of the maturing Erie
notes. and for a good part of the FIRST hour
price movements we're nearly all TO lower
figures. the greatest declines being sustained
ia Erie preferred, Reading was under some
pressure and declined over point to 1924.
There was little rally Just before the end
OF the hour, due almost wholly TO buying by
brokers that have been connected closely with
Llwson's market ventures.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
EUREKA


Found whalS Why that Chamber
lain's Salve cures eczsma and all manner
of itching OF the skin. have besp
afflicted for many years with skin dis
ease. l had TO get up three or four
times every night and wash with cold
water to allsy the terrible itching, but
since using this salve in December,
1905, the itching has stopped aud has
not troubled me.-EIder John T. Ong-
ley, ROCKVILLE, Pa. For sale by w. F.
Creighton and Richard Gibson.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
Killed Wife and Himself.

New London, Ct, April 2.-William
F. Rogers. q we'll known attorney Of
this city, shot and killed his wife and
then killed himself by shooting, at their
home today. No reason is known for
the deed excep! that Rogers has been
suffering from a nervous trouble that
almost amounted to paralysis. Rogers
was formerly prosecuting attorney aud a
law partner Of State Attorney II. H.
Hull. He was captain in the signal
corps of the o. N. G..
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
CONFERENCES.

The eightieth annual session of the
Maryland Conference of the Methodist
Protestant Church was called TO order
yesterday In Bates Memorial Church, at
Snow Hill, Md, with a very large at
tendance of ministerial and lay dele
gates.
Rev. J. w. Trout preached The confer
ence sermon after President Sheridan had
read his annual address.
Organization was perfected by the re-
election of Rev. ]. NJ. Sheridan as pres
ident; Rev. W. s, Phillips, secretary,
and J. Fl. slraughn and G. 1. Hum
phreys, assistant secretaries.
A resolution was adopted which will
be sent TO Governor Crothers opposing
the designation OF James A, Dswkins
and Edgar N. Ash, both members of TIE
last legislature, as police magistrates for
Baltimore city.
Last night was an open conference,
the subject being "Young Men and the
Gall to the Ministry"
The hundred aud twenty-fourth an
nual meeting of the Baltimore Confer
ence Methodist Episcopal Church opened
at aamline Church, Washington, yes
terday morning with about 400 dele
gates present. Bishop Earl CrsustGn,
of Washington, is presiding.
The conference wfs organized With
the election of Rev. G.. E. MsYdwell sec
rotary; Rev. Flank r Isaacs. Of Balh-
more, treasurer, and Rev. L. f Bennett
statistical secretary. Each Of the off GERS
of the conference appointed his own ss-
sistants.
TIE annual memorial service, was pre-
sided over by Rev. DR.. j. st. Claire
Neal, pastor of Mad son Avenue Metho-
dist Episcopal Church, Baltimore.
The conference adopted resolutions
urging Congress to pass law for prOhi-
hilton in Washington.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02

The administration sends out a warn
ing that civil-service employees who en-
gage in undue PARTISAN activity will be
discharged. Probably this depends upon
the man the employees are active for.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02
Collide with Freight Train.

st. Louis April 2.-Four persons we're in
jured today when BurliuRtOn passenger
train No. ~ collided with freight train at
Spanish lake, l6 miles from here. The in
jured. all local people, were brought here on
a freight engine and rushed 10 hospital.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-02

Joseph Baltimore, of Richmond, wss
arrested today as an accomplice in the
double tragedy at the home OF Byron
Wsldrop, G)ocblsnd county, last night,
when his brother, J. L. Bal imore,
shot snd instantly killed Wsldrop, his
father-in-law, aud then committed sui.
eide. BE was in search of tis wife
who he said had wronged him.