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Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09
.CH|LO BURNED TO DEATH
Fivc-Ycar-Old Italian Girl Playing in
Straw Pile OH First West
Nearly Crematcd

While playing near her home in pile
of straw. Lizzie Zuccumtos. the 5-year-
old daughter of Mike zuccumtos. All
Italian living at SGT south First West
street. was fatally burned Tuesday aft
ernoon following the ignition of the
straw. The little girl died at 100 this
morning a t the Dr. Groves L. d. S. hos
5pital, where she was taken for attend
anCa.
The ground in the vicinity of the
girls home has been used for dump-
ing ground for all kinds of rubbish and
Quantity OF dry straw was dumped
there. a number OF little children from
the neighborhood We're playing in pile
of straw when some one dropped q
lighted match, setting the straw afire.
The flames caught the child's clothes
and her screams attracted her parents
who ran TO her assistance. but the
clothing was not removed nor the fire
eXtinguished until the little girl was
unconscious.
She was burned upon the legs arms
and back. Dr.. William f. Beers was
called and the child was taken to the
hospital but her burns were of such
nature that medical aid was of 10 avail
and death followed
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09
STOLEN MONEY ORDERS.

Warnings issued by the postoffce de-
partment call upon all persons who
cash money orders to be sure that they
know the party for whom they cash
them. as a bundle of orders have been
stolen from thee Kansas City. Mo,
postoffice, whose numbers are from
1854 to 10000 inclusive. A man signing
the name OF E. A. Abbott has casfed a
number of these orders in FL Paso,
Tex, among the merchants of that
town, but 80 far this is the only case
reported III which they have been used.
All Salt Lake merchants are requested
TO notify the postmaster or the police
5ders are presented here.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09
OPERATION THIS YEAR.
Western Pacific Ready, or Mt Least 2G0
Miles West of THIS City.

An interesting paragraph from the
annual report of President Jeffrey ct
the Denver & RIO Grande and Gould's
first lieutenant, generally follows:
In view of the interest of your COM
pany in the Western Pacific railway
and the obligations it Is under to COM
plete this important extension of your
system to San Francisco, explained in
former annual reports, 1t should be
stated that at the date of this report
more than 400 miles of tracks are laid
In the states of Utah. Nevada and Cali
fornia, and the greater portion thereof
ballasted; that about 10 per cent of the
grading Is done for the entire line, aud
about IS per cent Of the tunnel work
excaVated and that before the close of
1908 terminal facilities IN San Francis
co and Oakland Will be near enough
completion to warrant the opening, for
commercial traffic, of at least 225 miles
of the line in California, and it is be-
liaved that go miles from Salt Lake
City west can be in operation by the
same date"
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09
COURT NEWS.
woMAN WILL BE DEPoRrEp.

Theresa Valina has been placed un-
der arrest in Ogden and given a hear
ing by Inspector Longley of the local
immigration offices. The Woman was
brought into this country for immoral
purposes The man will be given a
hearing and tho girl will be used as
a witness against him. Then she viii
be deported and the man, II the evil
dence against him Is strong enough.
will be placed behind the bars and
held to await trial before the federal
Court next term.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09
WIFE SEEKS RECEIVER.

Mrs. Della Robins Wheeler, who is
suing her husband, John Robbins
Wheeler, Tor separate maintenance in
the Third district court, has filed an
other action against her husband, ask
ing for receiver and an accounting
of the business interests Of Wheeler
With her husband the plaintiff has as
sociated Benjamin II, Harmon, his
business partner, rs a defendant, she
claims the two are conspiring to de-
fraud her of certain interests to which
she Is entitled In the business of her
husband.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09
SOCIAL AND
PERSONAL.

Mr.. and Mrs. Charles A. Walker en-
tertaIned at double function last
night at their country home, in the
way of a dinner and dancing party
given for the Misses Severance of
California, Dinner was served on the
veranda. small tables being used, and
covers laid for about 36 guests. Tho
decorations were in yellow, the flowers
being California poppies. sunflowers
and goldenglow which were used on
the table and walls. The veranda was
lit with electric globes also shaded in
yellow Afterward dancing was en-
joyed indoors.
Mrs. A. G. Ewing entertained at a
luncheon yesterday for Miss Eva Mad
den, the decorations being in pink as
tars and covers laid for the following:
Mrs. Madden. Mrs. Richard a. Keyes,
Mrs. Fl. Vance Lane, Mrs. David r.
Gray, Mrs. William P. Kiser. Miss Co.'S
griff. Mrs w. Edward Fife, Mrs
Frank Knox, Mrs w. G. Alexander,
Mrs. T. r. Woodbridge and Mrs. Noel
of Kansas City.
Mr.. and Mrs. Z. o. Howard enter
tanned Mt q dinner last night in honor
of Mrs. George Matthews who Is the
guest OF. Mrs L. NJ. Bailey. the de-
corations being in white astcrs and
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09
sTABBING AFFRAy.
Colored Men in Mix Up at Candy
Bill's' Saloon.

s!las Wilson and Henry Taylor. both
colored were engaged III a crap" game
at Candy Bits dive, 80 Commercial
street, last night when the pair began
quarreling over the ownership of ii
dime, Wilson suddenly decied to quit
the game and, picking up the money
proceeded to, appear to leave the place
parted. but returned almost Immediately
armed with long bladded knife. lie
aiIIaekep Msoi ana f.apR oint MN several
and Taylor made his escape. Wilson
was taken to the emergency hospital
where his wounds were dressed. He lost
considerable blood but the wounds are
not regarded as serious. The police are
looking for Taylor.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09

Quick climatic changes try strong
constitutions and cause. among other
evils, nasal catarrh, a troublesome and
offensive disease. Snccz!ng and snuff
fling, coughing and difficult breathing,
and the drip. drip of the foul discharge
into The throatal are ended by Ely's
Cream Balm. This honest remedycon
tains no cocaine mercury. nor other
harmful ingredient The worst cases
yield 10 treatment IN a short time. All
druggists soc, or mailed by Ely Bros,
Sc Warren Street. New York
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09
SOME APPOINTMENTS.

Chief Pitt of the police department
sent in the nominations of A. s.,
Thompson as special policeman, at
the request OF the juvenile court, and
or Robert Diefenbncher, special OF
1icer at the request of the Auditorium
where he will act as doorkeeper. The
appointments We're confirmed.
Z Chief Gore OF the fire department
announced the appointment of Rufus
Smith and Frank Stanley to fill Sacan-
cies in the department. These were
also confirmed, as was also the pro-
motion OF Lieut.. IIikren to Il cap
taincy and of Fireman George Lorenzo
to the lieutenancy.
The finance committee Will consider
request from Jake Raleigh for an
extra clerk IN the poll tax departs
ment, The matter came up before
the council and was referred to the
committee for investigation.
j. II. Bailey presened q claim ior
$500 for the death OF his horss, which
he claimed was caused by the animal
stepping into defective culvcrt on
the street The matter went to the
committee on claims.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09
PRISONER TRIES SUICIDE.

Jens Jenson, arrested by the police
for stealing SOS from The cash till at
the Dell bar. IS east Second South
street. tried to hang himself with q
pair of suspenders In the city Jail last
by other prisoners who called the iail-
err A few days ago henson completed
a 1a5-day sentence for robbins telephone
boxes.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09
10 cents a package.
For sale by all Grocers

= & : i. . +. Z pl78 i : 81 d *
fishing such district in any part of
the city. district of this kind is
necessarily under the ban of the law,
and to take any official action of the
establishment of such a district any
where within the boundaries OF the.
city would be clearly "a lawless act
and breach OF the oath Of Office in
any official undertaking to establish
such a district or connive ut the es-
Establishment of the same. We also
find that inasmuoh as all of the bust
ness supposed to be transacted in.
such Il district is unlawful and un-
justinable; that the cleaning out ofany
such portion of the city from lawless
inhabitants OF this kind Is a COM
mendable and lawful act; but, further
than this, neither the council nor any
official of the city can go; we further
Recommend that the petitions be filed
in accordance with the usual prece-s
DENTS"
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09

The Democratic primaries will be held
a week later, and politicians are
closely watching these two sets of
primaries to see whether Bryan senti-
ment is to make serious nroads upon
the Roosevelt sentiment of last year.
The national problem, politically,
seems to be to determine whether Taft
inherits the Roosevelt mantle. or
whether Bryan is to receive goodly
portion of the garment.
Harry. S. Joseph, Republican candi-
date for the state senate, declares that
he is making vigorous campaign for
the place on the theory that he who
hesitates Is lost"
The remaining weeks of September
are fairly we'll filled with political
dates. Sept 10, the Republican pri-
smafies meet. On the 14th, the Repub-
lican state committeeman assemble, and
on the 18th there will be a state con-
vention In Salt Lake of Republicans.
to be followed two days later by Dem
Eocratic primaries. and a week later by
Democratic state convention at Lo-
gan. The last week OF the month will
witness the american" primaries and
convention, the arrival of Hearst and
tho Republican county primaries and
convention.
Herbert T.. Smyth. county assessor
and chairman of the Republican county
committee of Sarpete county. is in the
city looking after his fences in the con-
test he Is waging for the nomination
for state treasurer at the hands OF the
Republican state convention.
4 . 4 q j K. L i
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09

He claims he found the man proving
about his house at night, and fired up
aon him. There had been complaints
abouta ''peeping Tom In Bingham for
some time. and when Cushman saw
Siares prowing about he got his re-
volver and began shooting.
George ID. Niles was charged with
failure to provide In another complaint
issued from the office of the county at
torney, his wife. Lydia Miles, being the
complainant. There are two children. 4
and 2 years old Respectively.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09
opT1cIAN SUES BOARD.

Percy Hnllen has filed suit In the
the Utah state board of optometry
to issue him a permit TO practise. He
claims that he has been practising OPP.
tometry in this state for Is yeers and
has complied With all the requirements
Of law on the subject, but despite all
this the board, he declares. has refused
to issue him a permit. He now pro-
posses TO take the matter through the
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09
RAILROAD NEWS.


General Freight Agent j. A. Reeves
Of the Short Line has returned from
Chicago.
G. NJ. Frazer of the Illinois Central
office in this city, has returned from u
three months absence in California.
The Salt Lake & Ogden railroad Is
becoming permanent interurban line.
President Bambcrger is proposing now
to double track the road between the
two cities, and extend east from the
Washington avenue station to the foot
hills, and thence north to the mouth Of
Ogden canyon. The Identification of
the line Will be an accomplished fact
by the opening of the season for 1909.
That the Salt Lake & Ogden road has
the call on local traffic is evident
from the remark made by a Short
Line official n few days ago. when he
said that the big steam roads did not
care for local traffic. What they were
after was the through business. The
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09

number OF trains that do not stop
between Salt Lake and Ogden is an
evidence of this.
At the annual meeting of the Union
Pacific road, Oct. Is, the stockholders
viii be asked 10 authorize first lien
and refunding mortgage, dated June l.,
%isus, securing S20000,000 bonds. Of
which Sl0a.00o,D0O are to be reserved FOR
retur1hS the first mortgage railroad
ana land grant I per cent bonds.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09
pEEprNa ToM GETS HIs.
And Now County Attorney Takes a
Hand and Issues Warrant.

In a complaint Issued by the county
attorney, George F. 8Cushnan of Bing-
ham canyon is charged with assault
with intent TO commit murder upon the
person of George Shares. a Greek. Cush-
man shot and badly wounded Siares.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09
WOULD RECOVER HIS STOCK.

Joseph L. Wilson has filed suit in
the federal courts to establish the title
OF 5000 shares of stock OF that COM
pany. Wilson put up tho stock as Sc
curity to cover hospital expenses at
ST. Marks hospital and from the pa
pers filed today. it would seem the
stock reached the company. Wilson
paid the hospital expenses but his
stock security WAS gone. Wilson filed
a suit for the recovery of the stock
some time ago. This case appears to
a substitute for the former action.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09
Superior to lemonade

HoRsFORD'S ACID PHOSPHATE.
A teaspoonfulA added to a glass OF cold
water. With sugar, makes delicious
summer tonic.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09


ferns and covers laid for about dozen
friends.
Miss Bertha Hansen and Abram H.
the temple, and tonight a reception
will be held at the home of the brides
parents
large affair of last night was the
reception given by the trustees of
principal, Dir. Gootlale and Mrs. Good
ale, the rooms being effectively decor
ated In the seasons flowers, and the
faculty and number Of pupils assist.
honor were Rev E. l. Goshen, Mrs. c.
=. Allen and Miss Bishop A delight
ton of Miss Esther Allen was among
the pleasant features.
Otis g.. Cross were married at the home
of Mrs. U. Hiskey. with Judge Arm
strong officiating in the presence of the
near relatives and a few intimate
ing. The bride wore a gown of white
made princess and carried roses. Mrs.
Hiskey was matron of honor and Je-
rome r. Cross q brother of the groom
was best man. The rooms We're de-
goldenglow being used. Mr.. and Mrs.
Cross left afterward for a trip to the
coast but will be at home after Oct.
Miss Elizabeth Allen was hostess at
Kate Allen of Park City the table be.
ing decorated In pink and white asters
and covers laid for eight. Bridge fol-
lowed the luncheon.
Miss Katherine Judge entertains at
buffet supper tonight followed by
dancing at the Judge country home in
Mrs. L. NJ Bailey gives a luncheon
at the Country club this afternoon.
Mrs. w. C. Alexander entertained
very informally at luncheon at the
country club TODAY.
Mrs. C.. M Benedict entertained in
formally AT bridge this afternoon the
decorations being in white and law
ender asters and two tables nlaved
,1rs 1obn cain e,+ertsinad az
hridgn tea tbis afternonn rho rnons
bains ,ratti1v Gecnrstad u;,t ,,ayiatn
~ Go nawa,s srS n,,nber re friaods
assis.ihs'
r-,,o,,,s ,,a ,,,ss ~, ,r,a,.
vac - r.t,,rrad fro,,, n ,,,o,th's W.T. on
tie a'l'c eoass
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Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09
DISSERTATION ON PIPE.

SSomething OF contest came up over
THE adoption of Councilman Reedall's
ordinance permitting the use of either
iron or vitritied clay pipe for making
Sewer connections by property owners.
What was considered to be blow at
NE entire ordinance was aimed at the
Measure by Black. who moved an
amendment substituting the word
Sstandard" for extra heavy In speci-
1ying the style and weight Of pipe to
re used when IRON Pipe is selected for
che connections The matter was
threshed out, however Mr. Black de-
Rylng the soft impeachment that he
gas trying to ''kill the whole thing,
ny his amendment
Councilman Martin took adyanta
y the discussion to deliver a learned
asquisition upon general merits OF nine
v general. and iron and vitrified clav
RIPE IN particular, handing Councilman
Heedall a jolt" or two on his ..nro-
Aound ignorance" In regard 10 pipe--of
ne iron and clay brand MIR. ReedaII
accepted the apology" and the ordir.
aaAance went through.
u HIGH MORAL PLANE,
~ y. When the matter of removing the
ssS.su Asht district came up in the
q about dozen petitions, sign
I'M ~ more than 1000 residents or
III ENVY 8esl SIDE, the council assumed .
ana mighty position Of mon,1-
~ as dignity, and absolutely refused
Es IN, ssslst me people who are protest.
I'M 5.,, esaihst the removal of the dis
49, mo Their midst The high moral
lS,ale OF the council was to the effect
a iaaa ene CITY Fathers could not in their
|sr,a, positions, be cognizant of the
N ~. OF any lawbreaking element
N s,o ,ne city's midst; that in eonses
49,! Snen now could they take action
~ ANYTHING which they knew moth.
ibaso apouts The people Circulating
bnnn man .h peutlons have been working
d ra, .,ietii for six weeks past: WORKING,
iiaf 1Y that ana sincerely, with the be-,
I'M jba,, may the city council would sid
5ror, ~ preventing the moral cancer
M M oelng moved int~.theirt midst
gt.lelons We're REFEREES to the
nosad e ~ on municipal avs. COM
~ STACK, Fernstron., Murdocls.
hittos u.u ana Stewart. and the com
rs llsd recommended that the petitions
winch report was adopted
|. REPORT OF COMMITTEE.
follows: .'to committee was as
hws : hs your committee on municipal
h tha ss leaVe TO report as follows.
ssainst mater ,he OF petitions protesting
liz red lit vns contemplated moving Of
5t Tho ci,s. ". uistrlct to the west side
Bo al,tbnrSt,. we report that we find
Hal or for III me law for the coun-
ssvorahly any any Official of the city to act
.e.o's upon the matter Of estab-
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09
Weak
Heart Action

Iheregare certain nerves
that control the action
of the heart. When they
become weak, the heart
action is impaired. Short
breath, pain around heart,
choking sensation, palpi-
tation, fllttering, feeble
or rapid pulse, and osher
distressing symptoms fol-
low. DR.. Miles Heart Cure
is a medicine especially
adapted to the needs of
these nerves and the mus
cular structure Of the
heart itself. 1t is a
strengthening tonic that
brings speedy relief.
Try it.
For years ! suffered with what
thought was stomach trouble when
the doctors told me / had heart
trouble. | had tried many remedies,
when the DR.. Miles almanac came
into my hands. and | concluded TO
try DIR. Miles IIenrt Cure. have
taken three bottles, and now l am
not suffering at all. I am cured and
this medicine did t.. write this II,
the hope that Ii will attract tic nt-
tent!on of others who sufrei as l did"
MRS. ID, BARRON,
SO4 Main ST., Covington. Ky.
Your druagIst eeIs Or. Miles Heart
Cure, and we authorize him to return
price OF fret bottle (cnly) If It falla
to benefit you.
Miles Medical Co., Elkhart. Ind
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09
POLITICAL POINTERS

Tomorrow evening the Republican
primaries for Salt Lake county Will be
held, and their purpose will be to choose
delegates for the state convention, to
he held Sept. 10 in Salt Lake.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09

ferns and covers laid for about a dozen
friends.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09

Miss Bertha Hansen and Abram III.
Cannon were married this morning In
the temple, and tonight a reception
will be held at the home of the brides
pureutS
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09

: The notorious joint at SO Commercial
&treet, conducted by an individual with
m suggestive sobriquet. Of Candy
BIlln otherwise j. w. Mckenzie. Will
Il closed unless the proprietor thereof
Ian show the council why .he should
Continue to conduct a noisy and disor-
jery place. The chief of police telc-
dhoned the council during the sitting
hat the sixth fight In the Commercial
ereet Hve had just taken place and
Dat Henry B. Staten, a negro. ut that
moment lay upon a slab In the emer-
lency hospital. stabbed in a quarrel
i Candy Bill's" place.
A resolution was unanimously adopt
H. citing Mckenzie to appear before
be council at its meeting next Monday
Hight and show cause why his license
hould not be revoked.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09

a luncheon yesterday In honor OF Miss
Kate Allen of Park City the table be.
ing decorated In pink and white asters
and covers laid for eight. Bridge fol-
lowed the luncheon.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09
MORAL WAVE NOW
| STRIKES COUNCIL
B,.,iti,p for west First South.
Fs'! Saloon License is Turned
pownby Marrow Margin.
!, o,lANDARY OVER RED LIGHT
,,s,s pccline to Be cognizant
J q tnc Existence Of Any Law
n.o.tlns Element in Town.

1 y 4 vote Of ito the city ys e0u nas,l
III night decided to refuse ne, Inc ps. -
M d. Evans for q license 70
HI : saloon at % west First south.
I .,..t. The matter came up under eno
y !, unfinished business, as the pc
..,. which was signed by practically
4 III. y. business man on the street pc
W. Main and West Temple. had
sHe,a ,ahtnoned for further considerl :
heell IAN rv,s .the week before. Mr.. Henry
Y sioh r, I,v who headed the list OF
ss.n,sstants. was present IN me coqlici1
saom and it was moved tnat NE. IN ~,
." .onsav be given the privilege or the
\ Wv Vv1 ~ explain the position OF the pusl-
M ~ man who claim there are suftlclcnt
s LIAM already on First South. 10
M Mr.. Black objected. s..u Mr. In LII
roodey was not heard.
Ng Tbara was little discussion in the
ratter and when it came to vote,
Z s, lin who at first voted to grant the
'a a, , switched over before the result
~ a,no,lnced and recorded himself
ea,nst II, President Davis did the
mo thing, and these, with Council
s., rowburn, Hodgson, Murdoch. Ray
oujl and Reedall voting against the
lcepse, carried the day and the license
las refused. Those voting in favor
4 granting the license were Black,
EerHstrom. Holley, O'Donnell, Stewart
hi Wood; absent, Ferry and Hall.
.,..>r,,,y ,y,r,rnrN 5nTccPACE
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-09-09

Misa Katherine Judge entertains at
a buffet supper tonight followed by
dancing at the Judge country home in
honor of the Misses Severance.
The Butler weekly times. (Butler, Mo.) 1881-1918, 1908-04-09
Donkey Wedding Tour.

Cincinnati Msrch.-What will prob.
ably go down on record as the most
unique honeymoon ever taken was
begun this afternoon by Mr.. and
Mrs. Allen Hill. They are riding
donkey.back to Missouri.
Mrs. Hill was until yesterday after.
noon Miss Nellie Delaney, Of Glas.
gov, Howard county, Mo.
Mr.. Hill, who lives In South Leb
anon, o met her while on a western
trip, several years ago, and the cor.
respondence courtship that followed
resulted In the wedding here yester.
day.
The knot was tied by a justice OF
the peace In Newport, KY, just
across the river from Cincinnati.
From the squires' Office the couple
went to the Cincinnati mule market
and bought "steeds" for their novel
trip.