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Weekly independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1887-1914, 1908-10-30
Nevada For BRYAN

The chairman of the democratic state
central committee of Nevada has issued
the following statement showing an
unprecedented plurality for Bryan:
"a careful canvass of the returns
received thus far and from advices from
workers and candidates with hut few
estimates would Indicate that we will
carry nearly every county in the state,
losing two possibly by less than 100
votes.
"Our maioritics by counties will bc rs
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15
SUSPECT TWO OF
 MURDER OF GIRL.
Smith and Gunderman Arrested
 In Drew Case.

Troy. N. T., July 15.-What is be. lieved to be an important fact in the case of Hazel Drew. found murdered in Teal's pond, developed at an early hour today.
 Frank Smith. who. with Rudolph Gunderman, says he saw Hazel Drew Tuesday evening. July :. ran out of breath to the pharmacy at Averill Park Monday night. July 6. He was very nervous and excited and was rec ognized by the postmaster, whose home is next door, The pharmacy was closed.
 It is thought that Smith and Gun derman may have met the girl Mon day evening and committed an assault which resulted in death and that Smith was sent to the drug store for restoratives, it not being the intention of the men to kill the girl at the start. Smith and Gunderman. who have been under close surveillance, have been placed under arrest.
 ''The most probable theory seems to be-" said District Attorney O'Brien. that the girl while walking along the lonely wood near the pond was at tackled and murdered, Then. after carefully placing the hat and gloves on the shore, with an idea that their arrangement would lead to the sup port Of a suicide theory upon discov- cry. the body was thrown into the pond
 ''The girl apparently had no known enemies. and no one appears to have been paying her marked attention We found number of letters and postal cards among her effects. but they are not considered of importance except as they may be of assistance in furnishing names of persons who seemed to be close friends of the girl
 ''The case is bafiiing one. and the motive is as yet unsolyed"
 MT. 0'Brien said that Tuesday night. the last time the girl was seen alive. MT. and Mrs. Frank Richmond. who work the farm of William Taylor. uncle of Miss Drew. and reside with him, left the Taylor house and went to Averill Park station. There they met young Smith. who remarked. "I see you have company uD at the house" Smith referred to Miss Drew. Mir. and Mrs. Richmond were apparently surprised and said they had just left the house and that Taylor was alone. They saw nothing of the girl on the way to Averill Park
 Nearly every one who visited the scene of the investigation had a theory to advance as to the probable cause of the girls death. But little attention was paid to the majority of them. but occasionally a promising .clew was run down only 70 end fin failure.
 The date of the inquest has not yet been fixed by the coroner.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15
MAY LEAD INDEPENDENTS.
Several Men Mentioned as Possible
 Presidential Nominees.

New York, July 15.-Local leaders of the Independence party announced that the national convention of the party. which has been called in Chi cago on July 27, will complete its busi- ness in two days. The first day will be devoted to the organization of the convention, the reports of appoint ments and reports of committees, while the second day is to be devoted to the adoption of the platform and the naming of nominees for president and vice president.
 The Independence party leaders state that indications point to an active con- test for the nomination for president Four candidates are now in the field and the friends of these men are to open headquarters in Chicago within the next few days.
 Thomas L. Hisgen of Massachusetts, who was the candidate of the 1nde- pendence party for governor of Mas sachusetts last fall. has already been indorsed by several states, and his friends in New England are determin- ed to conduct an active contest for his nomination. Howard s. Taylor of Illinois. \. w Howard of Alabama and Charles A. Walsh of Iowa are candidates also and will conduct thorough canvass to obtain the nomi, nation
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15
Rcaan Suit Against Wife.
Hioher Rates on Coffee and suoar.

New York, July 15.-As a forerun- ner of the general increase of about 10 per cent in freight rates to be made by the eastern trunk lines in the near future the New York Central railroad has filed with the interstate commerce commission a new rate on sugar and coffee between New York and Chicago This means an II per cent increase in the present freight rate on coffee be- tween the two cities and : 2-3 per cent increase fin the present rate on sugar. The railroads which haul the two com modities from southern ports north ward have also published similar in- crease. The new rates will go into ef feet on Aug. 1 instead of Oct 1, as al first intended
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15
ORDER OF NOTICE.

CITY OF WATERBURY vS MARY r VIRGINIA LEWIS.
 State of Connecticut. District of Wa
 terbury, ss, Waterbury, July Is,
 1908.
 Upon the complaint of the said plaintiff, the City of Waterbury. praying for these reasons therein set forth for foreclosure and possession of premises, subject to tax liens now pending. returnsble on the 4th day of August. 1908. before the District Court of Waterbury. in and for the District of Waterbury and State of Connecticut. 1t appearing to and be- ing found by the subscribing author ity. that the defendant, Mary vir- ginia Lewis and absent from this state-gone to parts unknown.
 It Is Therefore Ordered. That mo- tice of the pendency of said complaint be given to said defendant. Mary vir- ginia Lewis. by publishing this order in the Waterbury Democrat, news paper printed in Waterbury. New Ha. ven County, Connecticut, one day, commencing on or before the 18th day of July. 1908, by some proper of- ficer or indifferent person.
 WILLIAM NJ. GILLETTE.
 Clerk of the District Court of Wa terbury. 7-15-I
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15
General Markets.

BUTTER-Creamery. specials. 2c-: eH. trss. zzi.aZzlzc-. hrsts. 1l1azzc,' seconds sstzazIc: thirds. 1saz0c-; state dairy. tubs finest. u1zazzc: good to choice. Eaz1c-i common to fair. isaIsizc: process. spe- cials. ltzc. extras. 1e-. frsts. laaSlc.' seconds. I7a1sc: thirds Isaisizc-
 CHEEsE-Stste full cream. specials 1iIsaiz-4c-: small. col0red or white. fancy, IIlsc: large. caIored or white. fancy. lie good to prime. 1szlsizc-: common S4s sz.c: skins. II pound specials. G&c-- f1e sz4zTac: fair to good. sssizc-. common. fa.azzsc-. fun skins. a.z1Ee- Nots--Ths Classification of specials includes Dsislss Young AmeT7czS. etc
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15
New Ruler of the EIks.

Dallas. Tex. July 15.-Rush L. Hol- land of Colorado Springs. Colo, was elected grand exalted ruler of the Elks without opposition. John ]. Shea of Hartford. Conn, was chosen grand es- teened leading knight. Fred F. Rob inson of Dubuque. Ia. was reelected secretary and Edward Leach of New York was reelected treasurer. Los Angeles was chosen as the next meet fnr pIace
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15
COAL AND WOOD.
COAL AND WOOD.
mALANn Wnnn

Frank Flamnia e Co. Dealers ia
 Coal. Wood and Charcoal. once III and yard IFS S. Leonard Orders hy mall or telephons.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15
Summer Hom. Hi, bv Li,h.,i,,

Philadelphia. July 15. - During an electrical storm which passed over Ogontz. a suburb the beautiful coun- try residence of George W. Elkins. son of the late William L. Elklns. the former traction magnate. was struck by lightning and in the fire which en- sued was totally destroyed. The loss is estimated at s2OOO0O. MT. and Mrs Elklns gre cruising on board their yacht in New England waters.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15
Live Stack Markets.

CATTLE-supply Night: market slow; choice. e Sa7: prime. S5oas.T5: veal calves. e sGa7-75.
 HOGS - Receipts fair: market lower prime heavies. mediums and heavy York CTS. f71sa7N: light Yorsers. t.eoa5: pigs e Eas s5. roughs. S.5AaG
 SHEEP AND LAMBS - Supply light; market slow: prime uetheTs. s4-ssa4 D cu1Is and common. s2a3: lambs. s4-Saas,5o.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15
Say Hurhs. May Run Aoain.

New York. July 15. - 'Governor Hughes will run for office again if he thinks that the people wish him to do so.- This was the opinion offered by the Rev. Dr. Waiter Laidlaw. chair man of the cooperating committee Of the antirace track gambling campaign. following a talk with the governor at Sarsnac inn.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15
asyss Fi,7.r Ia coHn.

WorS<ter Mas. July F5--Given ID hy the famsly physiciau as dead and placed sn 6 c0lzlu- ChSrles Baicolm. thirsv-a-e vezrs cd. hzd a na-row es- c1Fs from bsing huried alive His nnoshs- neseI the twItehiuz Ss a in-er ss tae u-deFtaker vss ready to screw ths Id ia pace
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15
EATERS.
HoRsEsHoETyG.

UNDERSTANDING. James IL. White. 8 No. Elm s. Careful attention on our part merits
 your patronage. Thirty yrs in business fauf cedl.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15
HACKS.

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 HACKS.
 John T. Altman, 34 Franklin St. Carriages and hacks to rent on all occasions. First-class horses.
 Phone S14-5, HACKS FOR ALL OCCASIONS. Frank shepard. 4-2O Brook St. II furnish hacks that are equipped ill the right way for all occasions.
 Phone 106. "INSTEP SUPPORTS" Cummings & Thompson, fS2 Cherry. If your feet trouble you call on
 us. Delay is dangerous.
 Be good to your feet.
 LAUNDRY. American Laundry, 543-545 Bank. To prevent tearing shirts in launder- ing send to Nls. Done by hand. Called for and delivered. Tel 1236.
 LIGHTING SUPPLIES. Kelly 6 McSorley, 36 East Main St, Sole agt for Kent Gas Lights. A full line Mantles, general light
 ing supplies. Tel l467.
 LADIES' TAILORING. Vincent E. Pannunzio, 736 E. Main. Summer Suits at bargain prices.
 Special prices on skirts.
 Telephone 267-5.
 MERCHANT TAILOR. J. s. Pruselaitis, r. James St. $50 suits $45, $45 suits $40, $40 suits s35, $20 suits $15,
 from now until July 10.
 MOVING. The Waterbury Trucking Co, 91O No
 Main St. Special attention to piano and fur niture moving; trucking. Tel
 METAL SHINGLES. w. l.. Whitney, Agt, 82 Division. House owners see our samples. Gal vanized tin, not galv iron.
 Wind, water and fireproof.
 MILK. R. F. Worden & Sons, 152 Cherry St, Wholesale & Retail Milk Dealers. Pasteurized milk speciality. Tel 799 and will deliver promptly.
 MILK AND CREAM. Goshen Creamery Co. L.. 4. Bunnell,
 Prop, 16 Bishop St. Buttermilk. Milk and Cream, whole sale, retail. Delivered. Tel. MOVING.
 J. F.. Brant, 17 Meadow St. We have entirely new outfit for haul ing heavy and High. trucking.
 Household Goods moved with the greatest of, care and
 at reasonable rates. Also Livery and Boarding Stables. Furnish livery night or day.
 MARKET. Willow Market, A. Kennedy, Prop,
 POT West Willow St. New store with full line of Meats, Vegetables and Canned Goods. MOVING AND TRUCKING. Joseph Robillard. 72 Walnut St. Orders for general trucking ttended
 to promptly. Coal, Wood, Charcoal Tel 1910. ------------------- MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS. J. J. Derwin, 60 Bank. We are making special offer on String Instruments. Banios, ctc.
 Call on us for bargains. METROPOLITAN DYE WORKS. All kinds Dyeing, Cleaning. Pressing. Repairing at short notice. French Dye Cleaning a speciality. 167 So Main St. Tel 1231.
 MACHINE FORGING. George Angrave, - A Brown St.
 General Blacksmithlng. Dies, Disks. Crank Shafts, heavy Steam Hammers. Forging.
 OAkEILLE. New three family house. all improve ments. large lot. rents i0cs. Sc troll ley fare to Waterbury. $500 down. B. H. Mattoon, Watertown. ON THE HILL (SaNAToRIUM).
 A Modern Sanatorium For nervous and chronic invalids. convalescent. medical and
 surgical cases. Operative surgical cases also received Just the place to regain health. Best medical references. Tel. C. W. Jackson, M. D., Watsrtovn. Ct. - NEW POST CARDS. The Green, Soldiers Monument, the Baldwin School, 2 for 5c, 25c doz. Mall orders promptly attended to. Dan G. Sullivan, Watertown. PLUMBING AND SUPPLIES.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15
z.ep.IIn air.nis T... p.I.y.s.

Friedrichshafen. July 15.-Count Zep- pelin's giant airshIp. which with fif- teen persons aboard sailed from its shed in Constance lake with the inten- ton of staying up tventy-four hours. was compelled to return after being ID ono hout and thirtT-fve minutes because of sAsiight break in the side sseerfng gear.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15
WATERBURY BUSINESS DIRECTORY.

BURY BUS 1~>~-~~-~~~S~~~~~
 COLLECTOR.
 Frank J. Rametti, Mercantile and commercial collections specially. Room 3, 16 E. Main. P. o. box 237. Tel. CARRIAGE AND WAGON WORKS. Gauthier Bros, SC Lounsbury St. Formerly with G. Panneton 23 and 27 years. Tel 13A0.
 Wagon repairing and painting.
 CARPET CLEANING. The Model Laundry Company. special prices on carpet cleaning this month. Brussels 4c yd. etc.
 Telephone S9. .s DINING ROOM. Andrews Restaurant. 1s-iS Harri-
 son ave.
 Order cooking. Quick walters. Regular dinners 25c.
 DYEING AND CLEANING. Louis The Tailor, 13 West Main St. Cleaning, Dyeing, Repairing. We will make your old clothes
 look like new.
 DECORATING.
 Painting and Decorating. All work given personal care. Paints, Brushes, Wall Paper.
 ELECTROLYSIs. Mary Tynan, Room 24. 1O9 Bank St. Hairdressing and Manicuring. | Superf1uous hair, warts, nloles, etc, removed without pain or scar. EYESIGHT SPECIALIST. s J. H. Jencks, Filter of the "So Easy" Eye Glasses. Old ones repaired. 132 K. Main.
 EAST END CARRIAGE co. P. R. Larocque, Prop, East Main St, Carriage Manufacturers. Horseshoeing, blacksmithing, re-
 pairing, painting. Tel. FACTORY REMNANT CORNER. A full line of Madras, Fercales, Lawns, etc, 50 % off reg prices. Remember they're. remnants. Cor South Main and Meadow Sts.
 FLORIST. John Evans, Watertown, Conn.
 Florist and Nursery. Cut Flowers and Bedding l'lants always in stock. GRAIN, FEED, ETC. .+ New York Grain and Feed Store, 116-120 Meadow St. .t Hay, Straw, Grain. pr Hess's Feed
 Bags and Whips, 25c.
 GRAIN, FEED, ETC. r..,.. I. 4. Spencer. s92-394 F. Main St. Wholesale and retail dealer in Grain. Feed, Hay, Straw. Poultry
 Supplies, etc. Tel 673.
 GRAIN, FEED, ETC. Joseph Pope, 52-54 Canal St. Grain, Feed, Hay, Straw and
 Poultry Supplies.
 Animal Fertilizers. Tel.
 
 GALIPEAU'S ORCHESTRA.
 J. Galipeau. Music furnished for weddings, recep- tions and private parties. Room 21, Citizens bank bldg. GROCERIES, FEED, HAY, ETC. Geo Barton, Oakville. Conn. Staple and Fancy Groceries. Fresh
 Provisions received daily. Flour, Feed, Hay, Grain, etc. GROCERIES. ..--.. Dixon's Grocery, 382 North Main St. Watch space for future prices. Fancy and Staple Groceries. Premiums given away.
 sPECIAL. At Bley's Market, 228 South Main St
 (Corner Grand)
 Smoked Shoulders, Dc ID. Guaranteed sweet or money back. GROCERIES AND MEATS. M. J. Wall, S92 East Main St. Try our Corned Beef, Sc a lb. The best in the city. Delivery all over city. Phone. GROCERIES AND MEATS. Fred J. Loiselle, 204 Mill st. Special-Mother's Oats Toe. Fresh Vegetables every day.
 Delivery. Phone 146-6. GROCERIES AND PROVISIONS. J. H. Hapenny, ,155-157-159 Bishop st. Pure Bottle Wines and Liquors
 for family use.
 Free delivery. Telephone.
 GERMAN MARKET. German Market, 3s6 No Main.
 Watch this space for Special Prices on Best Qualities
 each week.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15
coo, Mvs,nt Nave Fsls. Teeth

Washington. July 15. - That false teeth are a barrier for applicants for positions in the police and fire depart ments of the District of Columbia is proclafmed i1 an order issued by Dis trict Csnmissiaaer West.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15

Life-Wounded Man May Not Prose
 cute Mother-in-law if He Recovers
 Money Troubles Believed to Have
 Led to the Northport Shooting.
 New York, July 15.-Telling of her Tear of the son-in-law who had killed her husband, Mrs. Ella s. Horner, whc shot pr. James W. Simpson when he tried to enter her home in Northport, \. l., said she had fired in self de- fense and when she believed Simpson meant to kill her. Mrs. Horner, who was arraigned in court today on the charge of shooting Dr. Simpson. spoke bitterly of the man she shot but she said she was glad she had not killed him and hoped he would recover.
 He wrecked my daughters life,' Mrs. Horner said. For three years he and my daughter lived under our roof but they hardly ever spoke. Not only was Dr. Simpson responsible for the death of my husband, but he ruin ed my daughters health.
 ''Dr. Simpson knew he was not well come here. My daughter and I have lived in constant dread of him. When he came here he assumed threaten Ing attitude. He moved his hand to his hip pocket, and, believing he was about to shoot me, fired at him. I ! shot in self defense, and I have no fear of the outcome of my case" : Simpson May Not Prosecute. In Roosevelt hospital, where Dr. Simpson went after the shooting in korthport, it was said his condition, while it had not become critical. had aot improved. The dentist was con scious and spoke with the nurses and surgeons. From what he said it was believed he would not prosecute his mother-in-law if he got better.
 7 Rowland Miles, attorney for Mrs Homer, gave what he said was the 1, real motive that actuated Simpson in going to Northport and trying to see his wife. The lawyer said Simpson has maintained that when he was a prosperous dentist in NOrthport he gave his wife S9.OG0. which she deposited in bank. The dentist insists he gave the money to. his wife to keep for him. but Mrs. Simpson says he gave it to her outright
 After Simpson was found not guilty of having murdered his father-in-law he was without funds and came to New York to practice. At first he wanted his wife to obtain a divorce from him. but she refused to do SO. Then he tried to bring about a recon ciliation, but he was unsuccessful.
 Began Suit Against Wife.
 When Simpson was convinced his wife would not have anything to do with him he tried to get back the $9.- 0Vo which he gave her, said Miles. He began suit against her to recover the money. but when Miles moved to have a date set for the trial of the action the lawyer was told Simpson had with drawn his suit
 In the last three months. Miles said. Simpson had urged his wife to obtain a divorce. and then he changed. front completely and wanted her to return to him. The lawyer intimated he had letters from the dentist in which he Threatened to harm his m0ther-in-law.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15
Mrcs-r.r Ind,rsss Bryan.

New York July 1s.-Ssn7tor McCare rsa and h,s supporters indOrsed at special meeting of the Kings county DeEocrzrc committee the ticket noui- rated at Dezv--
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15
Statement by tn. Nominees.

Mir Bryan on behalf of himself and Mir. Kern read the following:
 The platform recently adopted by the national committee of our party at Dem yer contains the following pledge:
 We pledge the Democratic party tc the enactment of a law prohibiting any corporation from contributing to a cam paign fund and any individual from con- tributing an amount above a reasona ble amount and providing for the publication before election of all contributions above a reasonable minimum"
 Mir. Kern and I are in hearty synpa- thy with this pledge and are gratifed at its adoption. With it's fulfillment a new era in American politics will begin. Elec- tions will then be regulated as public af- fairs. and the influence which controls them, instead of being secret. will be known to the voters.
 As an earnest token that our party will make good its pledges We ask you to con- strue this plank and put it into imme- diate operation. This can be done by the adoption Of a resolution announcing that, in pursuance of the policy outlined in that pledge. your committee will not ac- cept any contribution whatever from any corporation. that it will not accept any contribution from any individual above a reasonable amount and that 1t will make publication before election of all contributions above a reasonable mini mum.
 We suggest also that on or before the 18th day of October publication shall b. made of all contributions above slo9 re- ceived up to that date. that after the 18th of October publication shall be made of such contributions on the day that the same are received and that no con- tributions above tlO9 shall be accepted within three days of the election.
 The following resolution was there upon adopted:
 Resolved. That the Democratic national committee. in pursuance of the pledge given in the national platform recently adopted at Denver. announces that it will accept no contributions whatever from corporations. that # will accept no in- dividual contributions above t1a.a9g and that 1t. will make publication before the election of all individual contributions above r1n contributions received before Oct E being published on or before that date and contributions received after that tzts being published upon date upon which they are received and that no con- trfhutions above yIs shall be accepted within three days a the election
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-07-15
DEMOCRATS OUT
 FOR PUBLICITY.
Will Make Public Campaign
 Contributions.
ON OR BEFORE OCT. l5.

Gifts to Party's Funds Above $1oo to
 Be Announced-Maxmum of $1o,0oo
 and Minimum of s1oo Suggested by
 Candidates Bryan and Kern and
 Adopted by National Committee
 Subcommittee to Meet July 25 In
 Chicago to Select officers-Atwood In
 the Lead.
 Lincoln, Neb., July 15.-William J. Bryan, in conference here with the Democratic national committee. caused the adoption of the strongest kind of 4 resolution for publicity of campaign funds. He pledged the national Dem ocratic party in the coming campaign to accept no contributions whatever from corporations and none from any source which exceed $10,OOO. All con- tributions over $100 are to be made public. The publication Is to be be- gun on Oct. 15, giving the amounts contributed up to that time and there after daily as fast as received. No contributions over S100 will be accept ed within three days of the election.
 No choice was made for officers Of the national committee. 4 subcommit- tee of eleven. of which Thomas Tag gart of Indiana is chairman and Jo- sephus Daniels of North Carolina sec retary, was appointed with full power to choose the officers. The impression is strong that John H. Atwood of Leavenworth, Kan. will be chosen na- tional chairman. Atwood is a lawyer and was formerly attorney general Of Kansas.
 The subcommittee will meet at the Auditorium Annex in Chicago on July 20 and probably proceed then to the election of officers. It consists of Tag gart of Indiana. Hall of Nebraska, Mack of New York, Osborne of Wyom- ing Greene of Rhode Island, Ryan of Wisconsin, Daniels of North Carolina, Wade of Iowa, Tomlinson of Alabama, Cole of California and Brady of Ok lahoma.
 Mir. Bryan's Joke.
 The scene when the committeeman arrived from Denver at Fairview was picturesque. A large number of the Nebraskan's neighbors had gathered early on the lawn surrounding the house prepared to assist the distin- guished visitors.
 How many of you are here?" in- quired Mir. Bryan humorously. II ask because my dining room will accommo- date only forty-six. However, I un- derstand the White House dining room is larger, and possibly after the 4th of next March
 The rest of it was lost in a general laugh.
 Lincoln is extremely happy because the formal notification of her foremost citizen that he has been chosen as the Democratic standard bearer will take place in his home town. Some mem bers believed there would be great political advantage in having the mo- tificatiOn take place in New York. while Urey Woodson was among those who favored Chicago Chicago. he said, was central point. and the fact that railroad fares had to be paid was a factor But there was no opposition to Mir. Bryan's wish to have the scene laid in his home city. The date was set for Aug. 12. as this is a good two weeks after the date appointed for a similar function at Cincinnati for Mir. Taft.
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