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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
THE FAKE STORY
Presideni Is Delerminsd 10 In. vssllgsie ThorouphIy ihe
 ShooilHg Episode
DETECTIVES ARE BUSY

Oyster Bay, Sept S.-A searching investigation is being made to-day to determine the circumstances giving rise to the report that a shot was fired from ambush upon President Roosevelt last Saturday. Every foot of ground in the vicinity where the attempt is alleged to have been made is being gone over and the closest quest is beng prosecuted to ascertain whether or ns: any person to whom suspicion might attach was seen in the vicinity of Oyster Bay within reasonable time before tho shot was fired.
 According to the story in circula- tion here shot was fired from a clump of bushes near the roadside while the president and friend were returning from a horseback ride last Saturday. The report or the shot came from close at hand. 1t is said, and after the first shock of surprise which caused the president to urge his horse forward MT Roose- welt turned abruptly about and pre- pared to dismount and rush on foot into the thicket, He was dissuaded by his friend, however, and together they galloped away to Sagamore hill.
 No information at all regarding the incident came from the presi- dents home or the executive officers here but 1t appears from the story as later told that Camille Weiden- field, New York banker, was driv- ing with Mrs Weidenfeld in the vi- cinity and was a witness to the cc- currence. The Weidenfelds were in a public carriage and their driver also is said to have heard the report of the shot and to have witnessed the excited actions of the president and his companion which immedi- ately followed. No one yet has been found, however, who saw the man who is said to have fired the shot. The general opinion seems to be that if shot was fired 1t was by some innocent hunter who was totally un- aware of the presence of the presi- dent in the vicinity. Even if the man later learned of the consterna- tion which his action had caused, it is maintained there is little likeli- hood that he would come forward with his version of the story at this time because of the notoriety which would follow the disclosure. of his identity.
 sMineola. L. T., September B. John Coughlin, the armed man who was arrested while attempting to reach the president at Sagamore hill yesterday was examined by two phy- sicians to-day and pronounced in sane. He will be sent to an asylum at Kings Park, l.. I.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
VALUED TOO LOW
Express PscIsge Worib $sO.O0o Not Placed in Vault Is Now
 Missing.

Portland, Ore, Sept S.-A package entrusted to the care, of the Wells, Fargo Express Go at Salem Ore, by J. R. Albert, president of the Capital National bank of that city and ad- dressed to Joseph M. Meyers at the Portland hotel in this city, contain ing jewelry, notes and other valuable papers representing $50,000 Is strangely missing. That the pack age reached Portland from Salem on the Southern Pacific train arriving here at 11:30 o'clock on the night of August 21, had been established beyond doubt, but what became of 1t after that hour would be welcome news to the express company, to Jo- seph Meyers and Banker Albert of Salem.
 Superintendent Beckwith of the Portland office of the Wells, Fargo Express Co said to-day: We have detectives at work on the case and will never let up until we catch the thief, no matter how long 1t may re- quire. We have some clews but what they are we are not ready to make public.
 It is thought that the package was taken from the Union depot office some time between 11:30 D. m., Au- gust 21, and 1:30 a. m, August 22. When Banker Albert entrusted the II kI- 1.o specified s10 as its value and for that reason the package was not placed in the company's strong box, so the theft would not have been difficult.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
CLANS GATHER
Republicans From All Corpsrs
 of ibe Siale Assemble al New Raven
LILLEY HOLDS THELEAD

New Haven, Sept S.-Those dele gates to the republican state conven- tion which will be called to order in the Hyperion theater tonight who have irons in the fire were early in evidence to-day and discussions of the gubernatorial and congressman at-large contests at once took prece- dence over everything else in po- litical way. Lieutenant Governor Everett J. Lake had banner thrown out at the Tontine hotel indicating that all were welcome to his head quarters, while at the New Haven house Congressman George L. Lilley opened up the reception rooms to his friends. Every hour added to the number of delegates and party work CTS to be seen at these hotels and from their talk 1t appeared that all sorts of combinations were being pre- pared to involve the candidates for the various places on the state tick ct. The probable selection of presi- dential electors, of which Connecti- cut is entitled to seven, seemed to be thrust into the background. With more than 400 delegates claimed by the Lilley managers for their candi- date for governor, when only 291 is needed for nomination on the first ballot, MT Lake confidently announce ed that he had good courage and ex- pected to win. It would seem that the hard fight between Major John 0. Tilson of New Haven and Senator James F, Walsh of Greenwich each claiming majority of the delegates, has somewhat clouded the guberna- torial contest, and this contest, 1t is predicted, may somewhat delay, in the convention tomorrow, the taking of a ballot for governor, or at least is likely to force roll call, instead of the ordinary procedure of having the counties by delegates march down the center aisle and deposit their ballots. If roll call is decided upon for the gubernatorial nomination it seems likely that roll call will be de- manded for every other place on the state ticket including that of con. gressman-at-large, but not including the choice of presidential electors. It is, announced that Lieutenant Gov, ernor Lake will not be a candidate for second place in case he fails to win over MT Lilley or Governor Woodruff.
 At the Lilley quarters the def. mite declaration is made that MT Lil- ley expects to win with at least 400 delegates. The Hartford delegation, accompanied by more than hun dred Lake supporters from Hart ford and Hartford county early made prediction that MT Lake has a good chance to win the nomination. Hers in the home of Governor Woodruff there were many who confidently an nounced that the prospects were good for renomination of the en- tire ticket which has been in office since January of last year. New Ha- ven looks for the nomination of Major Tilson for congress while most of the Lilley men outside ot New Haven county are favoring Sen ator Walsh in their conversation. Major Tilson himself, says he finds the so-called machine leaders" are for the most part for Mir Walsh but members of the general assembly who make up considerable part of the delegation are for Tilson.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
Shot From Ambush

Knoxville, Tenn, September B. Fowler Kenton was shot from am- bush and killed on pike between Helenwood and Huntsville Sunday night while conducting a prisoner to Huntsville. A jury of inquest yes- terday held Preston Wilder, Kay wood Reed and boy named Clark responsible. All are in jail at Hunts vile. Excitement is running high.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
Successful Tobacco Season.

Springfield, Mass Sept S.-The to- bacco raisers of the Connecticut valley anticipates a successful closing to a season which has been prosper ous thus far. Many of the grow CTS are now harvesting their second crop and the work will be rushed so that the leaves may be cured and cut before the appearance of cold wealth CT. Light frosts have marked most of the days for the past week but the crop suffered no material dam age.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
MRS STONE INJURED
Auto in Which She Was Riding
 Struck the Curb.

4i
 Mrs George s. Stone, wife of the secretary of the D. B. Wilson com pany. was badly injured in an auto mobile accident in Southington last evening but was resting comfort ably at the Waterbury hospital this afternoon and it is said that she will recover. The accident was caused by the automobile skidding and run ing into the curb, the street being very wet. When the auto struck the curb Mrs Stones head went crashing against the hood of the car and she was knocked unconscious. In the car at the time besides Mrs Stone was her husband, MT and Mrs Wilson and their child. The injured woman was. carried to this city in the auto where she was attended by Dr Graves. She was then taken to the Waterbury hospital.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
NO TROLLEY STRIKE.
Chairman of Conference Board Says
 It Was Not Even Thought Of.

New Haven, Sept S.-At the close of the session of the general execu- tive committee representing the troll leymen, employed on the various trolley lines controlled by the New Haven road, Chairman Minnix of the conference board said that there was not even remote possibility of a strike on the lines. He let 1t be un- derstood that he had in his possession the result of the vote on the strike question, but he would not make 1t public.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
Bank Remains Closed.

Pittsburg, September S,-The Mount Washington Savings and Trust Co was not open for business up to 10:30 a. m. to-day. When the institution was closed Saturday it was said 1t would resume business Tuesday morning. Attorneys Walter Lyons and Congressman James Frances Burke were in consultation with the banks officials this morn- ing. A meeting of the directors of the Cosmopolitan National bank also closed Saturday is being held to- day. About fifty depositors were standing In front of the two banks to-day.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
Killed by Trolley.

New Haven, Sept S.--Just at tho beginning of the afternoon holiday rush to Savin Rock yesterday. trolley car 313 of the Connecticut company. bowling along Campbell avenue. struck Elijah Gilson, as he was rid- ing on his bicycle, knocked him from his wheel and killed him instantly.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
Taft Will Follow Roosevelt

Sandusky, Ohio, September s. William H. Taft, in speech at q local theater here to-day. declared that If he was elected president, he proposed to devote all the ability that was in him to constructive work and suggest to congress the means. by which the Roosevelt policies would be clinched.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
GOT AWAY FROM JAIL
Two Were Captured Again, But Two
 Got Away.

Kenora, Ont, September S.Four men, George Johnston, awaiting trial for murder. D. Cavanaugh, and A. s. Darling. under sentence for highway robbery, and R. H. Griffin, sentenced for theft, last night bored hole under the window of the cor ridor in Kenora jail and escaped. Johnston and Griffin were recaptured but the other two are still at large.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
A Council of War.

Chicago. Sept S.-Preliminary to the invasion of the east by William J. Bryan, the members of the demo- cratic national committee held a council of war to-day. Later in the day the committees were in confer ence with Mir Bryan. It is generally believed by the national committee that the effort to have MT Bryan take the stump during the whole of October will prove successful.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
WEATHER FORECAST.
Forecast for Connecticut: Fair to- night, Wednesday fair and warmer.

Pleasant weather prevails this morning in all sections east of the Rocky mountains. Some very high temperatures for the season of the rear were reported from the north- vest. Mile5 City. Montana, report a a msximlm temperature of l06 and willisto,, N. D. 100, and sev- oral places |, that vicinity reported f5mperature6 above 90.
 condItien1 fnvor for this vicinity
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
Home From Bremen.

New York. September S.-W. K. Vanderbilt, James B. Reynolds, of the treasury department and Theo- dore w. Cramp of the Cramp Ship building firm, arrived here to-day on the Kaiser Wilhelm II from Bremen.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
Hartford Defeats Bridgeport.
south Carolina Primaries.

Columbia, s. C.. Sept S.-To-day the second state democratic primary elections were held in South Carolina to select nominees for United States Senator and various state officials The candidates for the senate are ex. Governor John Gary Evans and E. D. Smith.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
THE RIDING TEST.
Officers of Army Started on Another
 Hike To-day.

Grand Isle, Vt, Sept S.-The fif- teen officers above the grade of cap tain who, are participating in the second mounted test ride ordered by General Frederick D. Grant, com- mander of the department of the east, to-day started on the second days hike of the present tour. From this place, where they have established a temporary camp, the journey led them for thirty miles through the surrounding country, back to camp.
 The officers have covered much the same distance and variety of roads on the previous test several months ago and although feeling the strain of the first days riding, few showed any appreciable signs. of discomfort.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
Veteran Dead in Barn

New London. September s. Dyer Copeland. civil war veteran, was found dead this morning in a barn near his home. His head was close to the heels of horse and he had many ragged cuts in his skull
 A bloody crowbar was found nearby and his pockets had been rifled. |; is believed he was murdered and robbed and then placed near the horDe to give the impressioa be had nlen E|clea1 @ <ea1h by the eninsl
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
Union Station Burned.

Memphis. Tenn, Sept S.-Th- Union passenger station at Main anG South streets. was practically de- stroyed Ey fire of unknown origit. late last night. The loss Is estimated at s5o.G0c. partially covered by in suranes.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
Died of Heart Disease.

New York, Sept S.-Dr c. H Brooks of Portland, Me, who was at first supposed to have lived here, did not commit suicide in the Mills ho- tel, but died of heart disease, ac- cording to the coroner's report made to-day.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
U. s. Marine Corps Lead.

Sea Girt, N. J., September B. At the conclusion of the second stage of the Cruikesshank Trophy match the first team of the United States Marine Corps continued in the lead with total of 3S4
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
KICKER IS GUILTY.
Held Under $4,000 Bonds for Burns
 inc Central Hotel.

Woodbury, Sept S.-Benjamin F.. Kicker, charged with the burning of the Central hotel, was to-day found guilty in the town court and was bound over to the superior court un- der $4,000 which were furnished.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
Dead Beside Tracks.

Stamford, Sept S.-The body 0! William Scanlon. laborer, 45 years os age. was found beside the rail, road tracks to-day. He was evident> ly struck by train, while walking the tracks.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
Bryan and Kern Club.

Chicago. Sept s.-The Bryan and Kern Business Mems association, with Nathan Straus of New York as 7resident, was formally launched up- on the political sess at meeting or the democratic national committee
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-08
Fire on Ball Ground.

Scranton, Pa, Sept S.-Fire early this morning destroyed the grand stand and part of the bleachers oi the< Scranton Baseball association at Athletic park.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1908-02-07
MARRIED.

ROGERS -SoMERS-At the min,
ister's residence. Salem. Oregon
Thursday evening, February G
1905, by Rev p S. knight. Mrs.
Katharine Somers 10 Mr.. W. II.
Rogers, both OF Marion county.
Mr. Rogers is proprietor OF a gen.
eral merchandise business al Victor
Point. 10 this county. and both the
parties are Well known and liked in
thsir neighborhood
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1908-02-07
The Jumping on Place.

Consumption had me in lis grasp,
and / had almost reached the Jump
ing OF place when / was advised "a
try Dr. Kings New Discovery: and
want 10 say right now. II saved my
life. Improvement began with the
first bottle, and after taking one
dozen bottles / was n well and hap
py man again." says George Moore.
OF Grimesland, n. c. AS a remedy
for coughs and colds and healer 81
weak, sore lungs and for preventing
pneumonia New Discovery Is SUI
preme. soc and 800 at J. c. Perry
druggist. Trial bottle free.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1908-02-07
More Cars Coming

General Manager Talbot. OF the
Oregon Electric. was In the city
Thursday and made an investigation
Into the car service from the stand
point of giving people more time "a
transact business IN the Capital City.
The result Of his examination cou-
Vnced him that ears 20 arrive ear.
her and 90 leave later we're necessary
10 enable bslslness people from Port
land TO transaCt business ia the state
departments and supreme court. The
result Is more cars viii be put on
soon.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1908-02-07
ARRESTED FOR
PICKING PoCKp,

Chief of Police Gibson this sra
noon arrested man whose oamo !.
said to be j. Johnson, on the Che
of the larceny of a purse from -.
pocket of ]. G. Cole at Talkingtor,.
saloon Johansen. it seems ~,
been enjoying a few glasses Of -
with some friends, and was undsr -
influence of the liquor, when the "A !.
occurred to him TO relieve Mr.. col.l
who was standing near, of his noo.l
etbook. He succeeded in extract,n
the purse from his victims nocb
and taking ont the contents sa,a !.
be about s14. He passed the mona.
pouch to a friend. The friend az
not wish to keep the purse, and savl
II over to the bartender, who. toge.h
er with Mr.. Cole, notified the po,,,o
Johansen and his friends were tats,
to the police station. but, as no ev,F
dence could be obtained against tbs
friend, he was released Johapsar
will probably be arraigned this alta,
noon.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1908-02-07
TaNes Coming In Fast

Up 90 last nlght the sherif's Of
Zee had taken In abou, $1,000 10 less
than three days since the rolls we're
turned over 20 the sheriff By tho
county clerk on Feb. The roll IL
= very large enc aud was extended
by Deputy Clerk Dan Allen. who. Il
ls claimed bNsthose familiar with such
work. did a very good job. While
taxes are higher Ia some instances
the assessment as a whole Is giving
good satisfaction and there h very
little kicking. The country h re-
merkab'y prosperous when not even
the taxpayer Is Kicking
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1908-02-07
Attention. Veterans

An veterans OF the Ciyil War. and
especially the members of seigwick
Post, are urged 20 attend the funera'
aud burial OF our late comrade.
Samuel Pentsr, late OF Company c.
Firsi osegon Volunteers. who died AZ
tho Salem hospital Thursday after
noon. Funeral az 10 a. m. from the
A. NJ Clough undertaking parlors.
burial In the G. A, r. circle in City
View cemetery. Philip Thomas. post
commander ID Webster. aiiutant.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1908-02-07
WooImea Countl con,cntlon--

The local camp OF Modern Wood
men elected delegates last uight to
represent the lodge az the coanty
convention which viii be- held IN this
ciN on April T. The county Assem-
blaze viii olec, delegates 20 state
convention aud the state convention
will IN turn elect representatives TO
the head camp % the NJ. ". A. which
viii meet early in the spging. The
delegates from th1 salem camp elect
"a last night ar, r. A. Raker. +.
A Turner. A Haldtrman. Wan Ne
Gi.christ e. Anderson. frank Buell..
h p. Matter. L. C. Hockett. " W.
WN. } = ziuu. a NJ Baen. a. NJ.
stanton. NJ NJ Lewis ava r. / Mar.
un.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1908-02-07
James Mhitc wm Recoyer-

The condition OF James White
Who was struck hy a speeder on ths
oregon Eleotric at Lake Iabish anJ
taken 20 the salem hospital short,
after noon Yesterday Is reported "a
be hu, little improved, but nr. Byrd
who is attending the case SAYS that
IA his opinion Mr White VIII recover
In speaking 10 a Journal reporter the
doctor said Il could not and any
bones 20 be broken ana I think with
careful attention that Mr.. White
viii recover. II viii take some
time for him 20 get over his paraly,
sis
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1908-02-07
STATE LECTURER
CLARA u. WALDO.
win Sneak at Grunge Hall Saturday
Afternoon for the order

Mrs Clara d. Waldo has ben se-
cured for a lecture az Grange hall
In this city Saturday afternoon. Sa-
lem Grange will give her It's most
cordial welcome and the general
public Is invited to hear her lecture
for the good OF the order OF Patrons
OF Husbandry. There will be no ad-
mission fee and the afternoon meet
ing will be open TO the general pnb-
lie.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1908-02-07
Central Committee Meeting

AZ the meeting OF the county cen
tral committee, called for tomorrov
ct 2 p. m, at the city hall. ell Re
publicans are invited to attend. and
express their opinions on the GUS
tions that will com before the com.
mittee. Every Republican ought "a
be interested in this meetin. and II 4
the wish of the committee that all az
tend.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1908-02-07
kew 1ruaat omser--

Tho rhorins once has added "a
rs duties the work of grnant ofieef
of the county 10 enforce the eompsl..
pory educaiion laws. aud "a notices
we're sent out to paFonts yesterday
eakinE a fsporS an children not IN
schooi, The notioes 10 In registered
leiiFss and hass 20 be replied 10 an,
der penalty of The Law The ehldren
have 10 be seat 20 school o. a valid
excune furnished.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1908-02-07
city Paying Interest,"

city warrants are drawing six per
cent. and there will be no city money
for awhile. This has not been the
ease In the Capital City for many a
day This city, school district and
county have been on ready cash
basis for many years. and that Is
tho greatest cerdit 20 the local gov
ernment.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1908-02-07
A stock Company at the Grand Next
Week.


on next Monday night the Bijou
Stock Company opens a weeks en-
gagement az the Grand opera house
In a repertoire Of good plays. Tha
opening bill will be a beautiful rural
comedy drama entitled The squire's
Daughter"
Popular prices OF 10, 20 and 80
cents will prevail
Notwithstanding the cheap prices,
nothing will be left undohe 10 give
the people hrst-elass entertain
men. II other cities can have pop
ular-prieed attractions, why can't
Salem?
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1908-02-07
On the Nomination Wagon

A petition was fled yesterday by
Recorder Dave DFager for his nom
ination for county recorder TO sue.
eeed himself Joseph Moore has a.
so tilei a petition for the nomination
for county treasurer.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1908-02-07
L Whnt2 II You PIease---

One Of the most important charac-
ters in Pinafore is the boatswain, be-
cause he Is leader of the chorus, and
because of his big solo. He Is an
Englishman." Earl II. Anderson
will play this character like "an old
sea-dog." In the high school. as
sembly hall, next Monday and Tues
day evenings.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1908-02-07
Tue SALEM won,aas Club

VIII meet at tho residence of Mrs.
,. l. stockton on SI,arday after.
noon a. s;S0 O'Clock. Subiecl TO be
discussed curing the afternoon Wlll
- "Civic improvement A fun az
tendaaee % an the members Of ths
club b desired.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1908-02-07
Small Delinquent Lists

!. Nearly one-half OF the delinquent
tax list has been paid up at the sher-
if's Office, and the sale beginning
next Tuesday will not have very
much left In Polk county all the
delinquent taxes have been paid but
$3.50. The collection OF the 1907
roll will begin Next Wednesday, and
will be largely made through the
banks of the county, as usual.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1908-02-07

Is Max Matte. The directors are
Mayor schwab. p. S. Fuchs and John
sehaefer J. w. Elmer is treasurer.
The club will send delegates TO the
smoker to be held By the Salem board
OF trade on the 18th.