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The morning journal-courier., 1908-08-20

From start to finish 1t was a gior. ious state convention and field day that the, Ancient Order of Hibernians held in this city yesterday. From tho big parade in the morning that won the admiration and favorable. com- ment of the tens of thousands who witnessed 1t along the lengthy line of march through the crowning fea- ture of the day, the illumination of the green with the concert in the evening everything was just all right and everyone was perfectly pleased with the event and with the arrange mepts which had been made for their entertainment It is safe to say, also. that the. part the city of New Haven took in the days pleas ures will long be remembered by all who were present. The illumination of the green. the concert, the impos- ing Central green which gave an un- usually splendid place right in the center of the city which few If any in the country can boast of for the field day exercises. all added to the arrangements which the committees of the organization were able to make. There was but one disappointment in the days program. That was tho athletic meet at Savin Rock. And there were no more disappointed ptr- sons than the members of thes com mittee of the A. Q. H. when they saw that there were only two of the ad- vertised stars of the Olympic team present for the games. -r
 The Great Crowds. ,t,
 There was no diminution all day long in the huge crowds which thronged the streets about the center of the city It was a happy crowd carrying ribbons wearing badges and with little green flags with harps on them and souvenir pennants and out to take in everything there was to see. The early part of the evening found the crowd making the green the focus and in the dense throng which stood under the red, white and blue lights with which 1t was illumin- ated when the power was switched on at o'clock there were thousands of persons from out of the city who hatl never seen the illumination scheme before. When the lights went on the crcwd gazed' at one of the prettiest sights imaginable. Packed in likeA 8
The morning journal-courier., 1908-08-20
MISS ANNIE PECK SAFE
Mountain Climbers Alpine Guide Sick
 on Andean Peak.

Lima, Peru, Aug. 19,--After suffer. ing terrible hardships, Miss Annie s. Peck, of Providence, R. l., the noun tain climber, returned to-day from her trip up Mt Huascaran. She was given an enthusiastic reception. II was fear cd that she had met with some ,accl- dent, no word having been received from her since Friday afternoon. when she signalled her arrival at an altitude of 25.ooo feet, Miss Peck was accom- panied by two Alpine climbers, and it was because of the sickness of one of these men that the party was prevent cd from reaching the summit of the peak.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-08-20
WARNING TO MIR. ORR
Ninth Ward Voter Tells Him People
 Want Woodruff.

A letter, of which tho following ia copy, has been sent to r, W. Orr chairman of the Ninth ward republi- can committee, by voter in that ward:
 New Haven, Aug, 10, 1908. MT, r, W, Orr, Chairman:
 Sir--l believe that the majority of voters in the Ninth ward arc In favor of the nomination of Governor Wood ruff and that even though this senti- ment Is denied expression In the seec- ton of delegates to the republican convention, 1t will voice itself in no uncertain terms at the polls in No- vemher, As ward chairman 1t Is your duty to exert yourself solely In the interests of the voters--the people.
 Yours truly.
 VOTER
The morning journal-courier., 1908-08-20
FINAL ACTION ON LAYERS
Secretary of War Communicates His Decision to President Tomorrow.

Washington. Aug 19-Colonel Hugh l.. Scott. superintendent of the United States military academy at West Point called on Secretary Wright at the war department to-day to give information that had been called for concerning the eight cadets whose dismissal from the academy on a charge of hazlng has been under consideration for some time. Secre- tary Wright will communicate with the president, and final action prob ably will be taken on this matter next Friday.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-08-20
Rockville for Lake.

Rockville, Aug 19.--At the repuh- lican caucus held here tonight the following were elected delegates to the state convention and pledged to Lake; D. A Sykes, R. H. Leonard, II c. Smith and A, Abbey.
 The congressional delegates pledged to Congressman Henry are J E. Fisk, l. k. Fahev, F. A, Randall and G. Arnold, jr
The morning journal-courier., 1908-08-20
ANGL0- AMERICAN TROUBLE
Sensational Hitch in Plans for Enter.
 taining Fleet, Says London Paper.

London, Aug, 20,--A special dis patch to the Daily Chronicle from sydney says;
 "A sensational hitch of nternation- al importance has arisen in connae- tion with the ceremonial procession of the American sailors through the streets of sydney on Friday"
 The Chronicles correspondent adds that the nature of the hitch Is strict ly confidential for the present."
The morning journal-courier., 1908-08-20
Y. M. R. c. TO ELECT
Officers for Year at Meeting to Bt
 Held Tonight.

The regular monthly meeting of the Young Mems Republican club will be held at S;30 o'clock this evening. The meeting will have especial inter- est because of the fact that the cleo ton of officers for the ensuing year will be held. Discussion O. shore dinner which is planned for the club is also on the card for the evening.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-08-20
Big State Field Day in This City Marked by Fine Parade, Interesting Events and
 Good Order.
Vo MIsHAps TO MAR
Drill nt Music Hall Divides Favor With Illumination and Band
 Concert on Green in Evening.
PROGRAM or \. 0. II. EVENTS
 TO-DAY.

s n. m.--Delegntes meet nt Mu- sic Hall, md parade to st. Pat . rict's church. Grnnd avenue.
 n. m.-solcmn high mass at st. Patrick's church.
 II a m,--Ccpventiop opens at Music hnlI--sddrcss of welcome by Mayor Jnmes n. Martin.
 2p. m.--session of \. q. N. con- yention nt Music hnlI--sesrion of Ladies' auxiliary of the X. Q. H. convention at stcinert's nthene-' um.
 T. m.-Dnnquet to delegates md guests at Music holl Grand illumination on the green.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-08-20
WANT SHERMAN AVENUE PAVED.

sixteen residents of Sherman avenue lave banded Into the clerk of the per manent having commission petition nsking for 2 permanent pavement on eaermsn avenue, between Whal1ey avenue and Gofte street No special pavement Is designated The matter will be heard by the permanent paving commission at its next session.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-08-20
Mn disOn for Idller

Madison, Aug t9--The republican caucus here tonight elected A. D. Munger and II R. Norton, Iilley del- egates, to the state convention. The congressional delegates are J. S. Scranton and Dr. A. D. Ayers.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-08-20
LEAVES ESTATE OF sas.ooo.

The will of the late Emily ?. Row land was filed in the probate court yes terday The hearing has been set fo, September g. The estate Is valued at about Sa5,0oo and Ia left entirely tl relatives
The morning journal-courier., 1908-08-20

SroRTs--Pngcs q and :. 4 Q. H. Athletic Games. Ponies Beat Authors in Close Contest. Hartford and llolyoke Each Win. Meriden Wakes tin and Gets Two. Extra Tanks Whtewash Tigers. Boston Swamps Maps Senators and Browns Split Trolley Dodgers Best Pirates. Giants and Cubs Win.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-08-20
WEATHER RECORD.

Washington, Aug, 19.--Forecast for Thursday and Ftriday:--7
 For New England and Eastern New York; Fair Thursday and Friday cool. CT Thursday; fresh northwest winds.
 Observations at United States weath. CT bureau stations, taken at 8 D. m. yes- terday, seventy fifth meridian time.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-08-20

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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-03
SiXtieth Congress.
Washington, April 3.

SENATE.
Toe Senate was not in session today,
having adjourned yesterday till Monday.
HOUSE.
"Mr. Speaker, demand the yeas and
nays on this question" The question
was ;he approval OF yesterdays journal
and the demand was made when the
House met today by Mr.. Williams as
the f;st move OF the day in continuation
Of his filibuster.
Although the democrats voted uUani-
mou-ly Tor roll call, all Joined with the
republicans in voting to approve The
journal.
After The nurnsl hsd been approved,
Chairman TawDey, Of the sppropris-
ticus committee, asked for unanimous
consent to consider the urgent dt Aciency
bill just through the Senate. AS the
bill Is pet labor measure, carrying 81, =
600, 900 to keep employees at work in
the navy yards, Mr.. Wilism did not
want to object, but tried to reserve that
right until he made statement, ca
planning he would not object this ouce.
The speaker, with one grand sweep Of
the lett arm, informed Mr.. Williams
he could not make statement, unless
be should get unanimous consent. Mr..
Williams decided it was easier TO obi
aud then followed another roll cal.
Everybody voted aye.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-03
ThIrty.three Men Drowned.

Plymouth, April 3.-To an officers
misjudgment OF distance was due the
loss of the torpedo boat destroyer Tiger,
with tbirty-three of her crew, in col
lision with the cruiser Berwick during
last nights British naval msneuvers
of the lie of Wight.
The night msneuvers were progressing
under an overcast sky and in intense
darkness, save as the searchlights, here
and there, cut through the gloom.
Everything had progressed well ior
so hour when the officers On the bridge
OF the Berwick saw the Tiger suddenly
owing across their bows. The officer
who had the command had plainly mis-.
judged his distance, and thought the
destroyer would easily clear the larger
vessel
To those on the cruisers bridge, from
their more commanding position, it was
evident q coils on was imminent. O.her
ships were go near that it was impos-
sible TO alter the crafts course, but The
order 10 reverse was instantly given.
The Tigers commander saw bis mis-.
take at the ssme time and could be
heard ffsDticslly shouting to the steen-
man to swing aside.
/, WAS TO late TO prevent a collision
and the Berwick, at almost undimiDished
speed, struck the Tiger amidships and
cut her completely 10 two.
The severed halves OF the steel destroy
ed went TO the bottom before the Der
wick could get boats oversize aud the
Tigers crew was struggling in The waves
as the rescuiug craft Splsshed into the
water
The cruiser Gladiator, from which The
accident had also been seen, also in-
stsntly swung its boats over and the
sesrchlighls we're kept playing across
The waves until dawn as guides 10 the
the resclers aud bescOns of hope to the
swimming sailors.
Those who had managed to jump
clear of the wrecksge Of the torpedo
boat destroyer ard to keep close along
side the Berwick were saved with little
difficulty. Many If the men were er =
tangled 10 the debris, however, cooped
below and never came to the surface al.
ter the Tiger sank. There WAS s,iil
bretz, blowing, too, and uumbsr we're
carried far to sea before the lifebOais
reached them.
Latest adgices are that Lieutenant
Middleton, commander of the destroyer
Tiger, was among the drowned.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-03

For THE first time in years demo-
Gratis and republicans, In perfect psity
clsshed in parliamentary
battle in the House yesterday. Il WIS
1000 O'Clock Last night when sdI'urn-
ment wss taken. Then the republicans,
BY vote Of 12l to 81, won out. Lssd-
ers of the minority had exhausted their
resources, and after thirteen roll calls
ths democrats realized that they we're
worsted. More unusual is the fact that
the battle was begun because the demo-
Gratis could get no assurance that the
majority would carry out legislation as
suggested 10 President RoOsevelrs recent
message. There was no beating about
tn. bush when Mr.. Williams, OF Ms
sissippi, minority leader, declared him
sell. Just as clearly did Mr.. Payne, OF
New York, heading the republicans,
accept the challenge. "We'Il carry out
legislation as we see it," was virtually
his reply, adding "The msj)rity have
charge of the business of the House,
and the business will 90 through just as
the majority decide it shall go through. "
so from this time ill the adj 1urrmenl
Of Congress legislation for lh' rePub-
lican party instead of f)r the good Of
tn, country may be expected.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-03

MANY of the larger cities report
thousands of ablo-bOdied men out of EN-
ployment, while the farmers throughout
the country are advertising for help at
god wsges. The centers Of population
are feeding men and the rural districts
are needing them. The spring blowing
and planting should take many from the
cities aud the demand will steadily in
crease. Meu who cannot fud work in
the cities can earn enough for food and
clothing 10 the counties. The opening
of the summer homes will give oppor-
tunities. Those who have trades in
which the dull times have come can
bridge over the times 10 this way until
posperity starts 10 sgsin. 1t is better to
do this than to look to borrowed money
or the funds 10 the savings banks or 10
charity. Moreover. work in the country
ID far healthier than lOs6ug and watt
ing in the city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-03
FAIRFAX SUPERVISORS.

The Board of Supervisors met at Fair
fax county, On Monday last, all The
members being present. There was con.
siderable discussion as to the meaning
of certain provisions of the new road
law, and efforts to 40 interpret 1t ss 10
get it in working order. |! is said that
the courts construction OF some of the
provisions will be necessary before We
will know Exactly where we are cat"
The following road commissioners were
elected:
Centreville District Henry f Davis.
Lee District Calvin II. Davis.
Mt. Vernon District. -Wyckl a
Clsggett.
Falls Oau;ch District. Geo. W..
Blsden and james NJ. Msson.
Providence District ID. B. Elgin and
f. NJ. Wiley.
There were no Opplicationso or recon
mendstions as to Dranesville, and the
election of commissioners for thnt dis
trio, wss deferred until the next mee,irg-
Messrs. Geo. Aud snd J. 9. Pears ni
we're appointed committee to look iO,o'
the msites of building new poor hLuse'
ard a suitable house for the .superinren-
dent Of the poor, with instructions to re-
port at the neat meeting. - Herald.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-03
Admiral Evans.

Psso Robles, CAL, April 8. --AdmiraI
Evans has begun treatment for rhtu-
mstism and both be and the doctors
srs hopeful be will be able to resume
command OF the feet 10 a short time.
At present The admiral is a complete
cripple IS a result of The disease. He
says he will be on tbs bridge of the
Connecticut when she floats through the
Golden Gate, or die in the attempt.
PssO Robles, CAL, April S-Over-
whelmed with the kindness shown him
aud the interest 10 him aud The a .et,
Admiral Evans today said: "Tf this is
an indication Of the way the Admiral
people feel toward me, that lunch Of pol.
icisns 10 Congress who are opposing
making me vice admiral can tske the
commission and bury il in the stoke
hole of hell. Pm resatded enough with
the peoples regard and sympathy"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-03
CONGRESSIONAL.

The general arbitration treaty drawn
up by The Hague Peace Conference,
aud two her conventions Of that con.
ference, were agreed to 10 40 ex'en ltd
executive session Of The Senate yesterday.
The nomination of David jayne Hill
to be ambassador to Germany, and those
of Arthur NJ. Besupre aud Spencer F.
Eldy to he, respectively, Minister TO
Denmark and Minister to Argentina,
we're confirmed
Senator Carter reported a compromise
postal savings bank bill from the com.
mittee on postoffices aud pOstrosds.
The committee on public buildings
and grounds reported fsvorably the bill
10 complete the park surrounding the
Distric. filtration plant.
Toe Senate adjourned until Monday
neIt.
The sgricUliural appropriation bill,
sf,er niue days discussion, wss passed
BY the House carrying total CT 81, 5OS,-
900.
The democrats late 10 the afternoon
forced 6Ibuster, and the republicans,
accepting the challenge, put the matter
to test, thus compelling night session.
A resolution distributing the Presi.
dents messsge-tbe message Of January
tl--was Glally pfs.d after Eve solid hours
Of ilitustsring by the dem Gratis.
Formal notice vas served on lbs
democrats by Dir. Payn of New York,
the leader Of the msj)rity, that from
that time on the republicans would lock
horns with The democrats and carry
through the programme Of the ms lrity
10 spite OF the attempt Of The minority,
under the leadership Of Mr. Willism',
of Mississippi. to dictate The character
OF legislation to BE- enacted.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-03
Scare on Stock Exchange.

New YORK, April 8 Somebody
busted a ia, err bag on the floor of the
Produce Exchsngs today. 1t exploded
with loud pop. Instanlly shout $50
brokers jumped foot high. They re-
turned TO earth quiveriug with horror
aud dripping with sWeaI-cOld. Then
they realized that only heir nerves were
damaged.
E. Il. Trafiou got letter extending
the Invitation TO the br ksrs to sail
Heayenward. They could send regrets
if they wanted TO, but they must take
the form of cash contribution to the
letter writer or write s la one corner
OF he sheet WIS go)d imitsliOu of a
skull aud croIs bones. The brokers de-
cided not 10 contribute. But they re
pretty nervous, as the paper bag iuc d ,rt
shows
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-03
Young Men Asphyxia;ed.

Baltimore, April S.--Two youOg men
believed to be William Gordon and
Chester Jones, of Whiteiorc, Hartford
county, Nd, were found unconscious
from the effects of Illuminating gas in a
room at the Hotel Descb, on north
Charles street. last night, and removed
to the City Hospital, where the man
thought to be Gordon died this morning
without gaining consciousness. Despite
the efforts Of physicians to revive him,
The other victim Is still unconscious with
little chance Of recovery. When found
both men were fully dressed, aud this
led to a report of q. suicide pact. Il is
generally believed, however, that the
young men were unfamiliar with gas and
blew il out instead of turning it out.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-03
NEW CONFEDERATE PENSION
LAW.

The pension bill passed by the last
legislature is SIS follows
Those who have lost two feet, two
eyr, two hands, or hand and a foot,
$3.50.
To those who have lost an arm, a leg,
a foot, or hand, $65.
To every person who is totally dis
abled, $50
To every widow, whose husband lost
his life in the service during the war
t40; TO those who have siuce died, the
widow is entitled 10 {25, provided she
married him be ore the lst Of May,
1868.
There is DO need OF those who have
heretofore fled applications TO file new
ones, unless they are not receiving pen
sion for total disability, as they will be
rated in accordance With their previous
applications.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-03
Trouble Expected.

Paterson, n. j., April 3.-TrOuble
is expec cd here tonight over the deter
nina ion of Police Chief Bimson to pre-
vent a sch dllod meeting of anarchists
to proits against the mails being cl ed
to their OrgeD, IL Q1ts lone. Mayor
Mcbride has ilsled instructions that no
more anarchis meetings will be allowed.
Several of the anarchists have declared
that ton'ghts meeting will be held,
whether the IOlce interfere or MOI.
Alexander B ikmao, the anarchist, who
shot H. C. Frick aud who is under arrest
10 New Yolk on a charge Of completely
in the bomb throwing there last Sslur-
day, is advertised as the chief speaker at
touight's meeting.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-03
SUICIDE IN BRIDAL ATTIRE.

Mary Greene, % years old, Of New
York, committed suicide in the bath
room OF her home Yesterday afternoon BY
iubaling Illuminating gss through tuSe.
She Vas to have been married on Easter
Sunday. To prepare for death she
decked herself out in her wedding clothes,
even tying up her hair Ia white ribbon
and putting on pair Of long, white
gloves.
A letter left by the suicide wsS fund
in her room, 1t runs IS follows:
Dear Bill-Forgive me for what | am
about to Go. Take care Of my bodv.
Forgive and pity me. God help me snd
you. All have is yours. Lovingly
and devoiedIy, MAY.
1t is addressed to her 6s1ce, william
Ellington, ar elecriciI engineer, living
o. King Bridge.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-03
A Denial.

Lexington, Ky, April 3. The re-
port that the burning oil the big circle
barn on the Elmdorf farm OF James B.
Hsggin, destroying A thoroughbred
horses, wss due to night riders, is de-
MED BY Manager Charles H. Bergman.
The horses burned were SO thorough
breed brood msrts and eleven sucking
colts. About Two hundred men we're
discharged from The farm just after The
financial troubles in New York, and a
few days ago Manager Bergman re-
cei7ed a letter threatening The de-
slrUction of horses on the farm with
poisoning by paris green.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-03
PopuIIst National Convention.

ST. Louis, April 9.-Tbe platform
committee OF the popu'ist M i,nal Goa.
ventiOu early tojsy agreed on the plat
form which W II be adopted todsy. The
plank i,pJsc ically the same as that of be
Omaha convention sixteen years ago,
declaring tina. the government should
have absolute control of the issue OF
money in sufficient needs 70; The de-
mands.
George A. Hounecker, Of Jersey City,
n. j., was permanent chairman when
the convention reass:mbled today. Jos
B. Coxey, IS temporary chsitmaD, ruled
the convention with su iron hand.
The platform endorses the initiative
aud referendum, public ownership Of
public utilities, the income tax law and
direct vote 'or United Staes Senators.
The United States Supreme Court is
arraigned for its decision which gives
corForalicus or individuals the right
of en- lining State officials from h3 en-
forcement OF State laws.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-04-03

The Constitution OF the United States
and the principle of national right seem
to be regarded by the trusts as con-
venient shelters whenever their special
privileges are sttat ked, but as mere
rubbish to be brushed aside, whenever
they, on the other hand, design 10
encroach upon tue rights Of the public.
10 the opinion Of the uust', privilege
and tariff protection mean safety and
advantage to themselves alone, and in'
Guide The policy Of plunderiDg the null
titude without responsibility. Those
Fraukensieins constitute the real peril
OF the age and country.