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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
BOTH LEGS BROKEN.
Yet eX-Patrolman Wants to Get Back on the Force.

Charles P. Kimball, a member of the Meriden police force for nearly twenty-five years, but who has been unable to perform active patrol du- ties for two years on account of in- juries, appeared before the police commissioners at a special meeting held on Monday night and asked to be restored to patrol duty.
 The commissioners took his case under consideration in star chamber session and when they adjourned it was announced that MT Kimball will have to appear before Police Surgeon Sullivan for examination to deter. mine his physical fitness for police work. The action of the board will rest now entirely on the surgeons re- port.
 Officer Kimball had both legs broken in the accident. that befell him. He was at work on Patrolman McCarthy's house, assisting his broth- CT officer at painting, when tho lad der on which he was seated broke, and he fell a distance of fifteen feet. He was confined to his home for near ly a year. Since then he has been employed at the Edward Miller Coz factory.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
DETECTIVE SERGEANTs.
May Keep Patrolmen From Getting
 Higher Salaries.

Members of the police department wno have no tities, but whose (! h. dUct warrantc them in looking for WirG to the day when tEey will be shrgeants, lleutenants or something higher, perhaps, are not throwing their hats in the air over the move- ment inaugurated by the board of safety to give all the detectives the title of detective sergeants, not be- cause they grudge the detectives any, thing they can get so long as they do not stand in the way of the patrol men in their march to higher places. The patrolmen suspect that in case it should be decided to have another sergeant or two connected with the regular force, or one or more of those now holding such positions should die, resign or get fired" the de- tective sergeants might get their eyes on the jobs and in this way de- serving patrolmen would stand a poor show of ever getting anything better than an ordinary beat, no matter how long he might remain in the har- ness. They want the detectives to stand a competitive examination. If there is any truth in this nobody in the detective bureau is putting it around. All that has been Beard from that quarter is that the safety board wants to give them a clap on the back, to encourage them if you will, and in this way make them more efficient, if such a thing were possible, without giving them any ad- ditional salary. But for all one not on the inside can tell the detectives may have something up their sleeves. They are close mouthed jokers and knowing this the patrolmen do not propose to be caught mapping and want to know the ins and outs of this whole matter before it is finally disposed of in the aldermanic cham Der. Another small matter which the police officers are interested in just now. They have been looking for little more pay for years, but so far they have not been able to make the powers that be see things from their standpoint. They want a schedule which will give all patrol men $3 day after they have carried club for two years. At present the maximum wage per day is s275. The men say this whole matter is up to the mayor and the board of finance but so far nothing has been heard from his honor nor the commission CTS on that matter. Then again the safety board has asked for funds to pay five new men. The city needs them, but 1t is still an open ques- tion when the public can afford to have them. These and a few other things that are now on render things decidedly interesting in the police department and as a consequence al- most all of them are on the anxious seat and none of them will know where he is at until the annual bud get is approved some time this month
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
MONARCHY ALONE
That s Inc 0sIy Thing io Further the Development of Germany
 Declared One Member.

Berlin, Dec 3.-The resumption in the Reichstag to-day of the de- bate On the question of the possible legal regulation of ministerial re- sponsibility showed a distinct dimi- mutton of interest in this subject. Scarcely hundred members were present and the galleries were only sparsely filled. Dr Bethmann-Hol- veg, minister of the interior was again in his place and several mem- bers of the federal council also were present.
 Tbe discussion was opened by Herr Graef, Agrarian. He said his party would reject totally any pro- posal of parliamentary system of government such as exists in Great Britain and France being confident that strong monarchy alone was capable of furthering the develop ment of Germany.
 Joseph Naumann, radical said the nation lived in the hope that some- time it would participate in the gov ernment. s, 4-fss ''
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
PENROSE GETS 5000.
For Sons Injuries When He Grasped
 Live Wire.

After deliberating an hour the jury in the superior court to-day gave John Penrose of Naugatuck verdict for $500 against the Connecticut Co. He claimed damages of $4,000 for injuries to his son John because of the lads grasping live electric wire and burning his fingers. The case of the boy against the company has been put back. He claims damages of $5,000.
 The case before the jury this after noon is that of Patrick Barnes, Rail- road Hill street, against the city for damages of $2,000. Attorney Church represents the plaintiff and sets forth that because of certain excavations incidental to the building of the trunk sewer in the Naugatuck river thirty feet of wall on the plaintiff's ( property was undermined and washed away. The city's interests in the matter are in the hands of City At torney Kellogg.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
PECULIAR SCENE
Municipal Ballot Boxes Carried Through ihe Sireeis of
 ConsisDlineple.

Constantinople, Dec 3.-A scene unprecedented in the history of Fur key was witnessed in Constantine pie to-day when the municipal bal lot boxes were conveyed through the streets with much ceremony They were escorted by detachment Of troops, several bands, and dele- gates from various religious bodies, the whole making procession two miles long. The city was profusely decogated and there was great en- thusiasm. In the processian were a number of banners and flags.
 A protocol between Turkey and Montenegro settling the boundary dispute between these countries after making few minor changes was signed in this city to-day.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
CITY NEWS.

It was definitely decided this after noon that the court should issue q warrant for the grand jury to assem- ble and take up the case against John Cayanaugh on Monday, Decem. Der 21.
 The annual report Of the Curtiss Art Co was filed to-day in the town clerks office. John H. Curtiss, pres ident and treasurer and William L.. Curtiss. secretary. The officers and Susie C. Snow and Emily c. Blakes- lee are the directors.
 A pleaant surprise party was held Tuesday evening at the home of Miss Mary Brophy of | Luke street. Dur ing the evening a numbef of ner young friends presented her with a handsome locketed chain. There were vocal and Instrumental selections by Miss Mary Laffin. William Sullivan, Miss Katherine McNamara, Edward Reilly, John Larkin. Miss Statia Mc- Donald, Miss Mary Sweeney, Miss Mary Purcell. Miss Loretta Bowes, William Delaney. Thomas Carney, Cornelius Hurley, Miss Mary Carey, Miss Maude Dillon. Miss Anna All man. Miss Edith Mccarthy. George Grady and Miss May O'Donnell. The out of town guests includei William Sullivan and Miss Brophy Of Lyna, Mass, Harry Ryan and John Larkin of Mystic. and Cornelius Hurley of Clinton. Ia.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
BODY AT BERGIN'S.
Elmer French Will Make Arrange
 ments for Wife's Funeral.

There is a lesson in the fate of Mrs French, formerly Miss Adams, whose remains now lie at Bergin s morgue on South Main street. She is the woman whom John Cavanaugh is said to have shot and who finally died from the effects of her injuries. Her husband was in town this morn ing and instructed the undertaken to prepare the body for burnal and that he would call again this even ing, when he would complete ar arrangements for the funeral. The dead woman has number of rela- lives in town, all of whom are very much grieved over the affair. Mean while Cavanaugh is pondering over the situation at the police station. while his wife and children are a. home wondering ho wit will end. On the whole it is one of the saddest cases that ever came to public notice in Waterbury and there is lesson in it for young and old.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
Fatal Abstraction.

History tells how Archimedes the Great, while busily engaged in trac- Ing geometric figures in the sand in his home. city. Syracuse. forgetful of the fact that the city was besieged and all the inhabitants in danger of being slaughtered by the Romans. was speared by t.e victorious foemep. who had forced their entrance. Archi- medes perished And Plato was near to death on account of his abstraction. While walking forth one evening, his. eyes fixed on tho stars, his mind busy ut solving some celestial problem that occupied 1t. he fell into we'll from which he was extrlcated with difficult ty.- Chicago Record-Herald.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
Wants to Confess.

Union City, Tenn, Dec 3.-General Caldwell has received communica- tion from another night rider who says he wants to make clean breast of all his connection with the recent offenses committed in this vicinity. General Caldwell refused to divulge the name of the man. judge Jones will not convene the special term here until 1:30 o'clock Monday af- ternoon.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
WATCH FACTORY HELP.
A Number Let Go Until After the
 Holidays.

Rumors thick and fast are floating about owing to the wholesale dis charge of help at the Watch factory the past few days. An official of the factory says that it is only what takes place always at this season of the year. The demand for the goods of the concern are necessarily cur tailed just at this time, as all holiday orders have been filled, SC the mana gers of the concern have been forced to reduce help. The factory will be running with as full force as ever after short time, and of course the old help will be taken on again.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
Blo0dhOunds to Aid Police.

Washington, Dec 3.-Satisfied that bloodhounds can be of valuable as- sistance to the police force of large city Major Sylvester, chief of police, metropolitan police force, has decid- ed to order two for use in this city, and if the results are satisfactory more will be added later They will be trained for work in the suburban parts of the city.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
MILE OF COUNTRY BURNED
Sparks From a Locomotive Caused
 Big Loss of Property.

Canterbury, Dec 3.-Started it is believed by sparks from passing locomotive on the New York, New Haven & Hartford railroad, fires burned over stretch of more than mile of country including the places of Thomas J. Brown, s. E.. Witter, the Packer farm and the land near the Baptist parsonage. Be- tween Plainfield and Jewett City, within four miles there were six brush fires to-day.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
MILLS ON FULL TIME.
Scarcity of Water Interferes With
 Some of Them.

Baltic, Dec 3.-The Shetucket Worsted mills, employing about 100 hands, started on full time to-day The mills have been running on short time for about year. The Pine Tree Worsted Co at Elmville and the Chase mills at East Killingly have re- ceived orders to start on day and a night schedule beginning next Mon day. Many other mills throughout this section would go on full time if the water conditions on which they depend for operating powers would permit
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
Port au Prince Quiet.

Port au Prince. Dec 3.-At Il o'clock this morning order had been completely restored here. The com mittee of public safety has made an appeal to the moderation and wis dom of the population for the purpose of avoiding foreign interference.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
Mas Tired of Lift.

Terryville. Dec 3.-Miss Melinda Sutliff, 21 years of age, took dose of cyanide of potassium last night and died within few minutes. She was employed in a factory in Bris tol and is supposed to have been de- spondent She roomed alone as she had no relatives.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
Peach Orchard Was Burned.

Ansonia, Dec 3.-A fire which started last night in Oxford caused damage to the extent of over $1 900 in the peach orchard of L. F. Arm strong. The fire is believed to have been caused by sparks from a loco- motive on the Higland division.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
Ex.MAYoR coRBIN BURIED.
New Britain Pays Last Tribute of Re.
 spect to a Former Executive.

New Britain. Dec 3.-The body of ex-Mayor George w Corbin was laid to rest this afternoon from his late residence. All classes of the city's life were represented and hundreds were unable to enter the house. The factories with which he had been identified all closed down during the funeral services. The public schools also were closed out of respect to his memory as he had been a meni- her of the school board.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
Massachusetts Man Named,

Washington, Dec 3.-Robert Val entine of Massachusetts has been ap- pointed assistant commissioner of In dian affairs to succeed Major Charles Larrabee, resigned. MT Valentine has been in the service for several years h
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
Judge Kicked by Horse.

Canterbury, Dec 3,-Judge Lewis Howe of this place was kicked by his horse this morning and it is be- lieved internally injured His con- dition is said to be serious
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
One Burglar Arrested.

Winsted, Dec 3.-The police to- day arrested Frank Prince. a negro. who is charged with burglarizing the house of George Alvord in Harwlu- ton, He was taken there for hear. ing.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
HOT WATER BOTTLES.

We carry the largest line of Water Bottles in this city. Our prices on Water Bottles are as low or lower every day in the year than the special or sale price of others. A comparison will lSAa- vince you. Our businessA sell ing rubber goods. Surely we can serve you better than the store that only handles a few goods as side line.
 Guaranteed Water Bottles 500 up.
 Water Bottles and Syringes combined, $1.35 up.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03

Fair weather prevails generally in all sections east of the Rocky noun tains
 The temperature continues low east of the Mississippi river. but is rising slowly between the Mississippi river and the Rocky mountains.
 Freezing temperatures extend as far south as Georgia.
 The lowest temperature reported was IA below zero at Prince Albert. British northwest.
 Conditions favor for this vicinity fair weather and not much change in temperature.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
TOO LATE TO CLASSIFY,

TO RENT-Three very desirable rooms at p Brennan place; rent $6. Inquire D. J. Mccarthy, 2S Pleasant st. 12-3-3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03

TO RENT-Furnished rooms with heat and bath in private family. In. quire at Democrat office. 12-3-3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03
WEATHER FORECAST.

Forecast for Connecticut: Fair tonight, slightly warmer in north portion; Friday fair, slightly warm CT; light westerly winds.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-03

DEMOCRAT SELLS FOR 42 CENTS
 4 xoHTH
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1908-12-18
TO CONTROL
ALL COPPER
REPRESENTATIVES OF 65 PER
CENT OF WORLDS OUTPUT
WILL MEET TOMORROW IN
NEW YORK TO ORGANIZE.

NEW YORK, Dec. ia meet
ing of world wide interest to the
copper interests will be convened
at IL a. m. tomorrow at the local
office of the worlds largest copper
producers to organize the Interna-
tional Association of Copper Pro-
ducers and Refiners.
The preliminary work toward
this organization has been going
on at home and abroad for several
months. Miners and refiners Of IS
per cent of the worlds yield of
copper have signified their inten-
ton to be represented at tomor-
rows meeting, at which will be
settled the plan for preliminary Or
ganization, including the appoint
ment of a committee to draft the
form of argument for the creation
of statistical bureau to keep rec
ord Of the monthly production of
all mines and refineries owned by
the interests which have decided
to become members of the organi-
cation.
In speaking of the meeting to
occur tomorrow, the president of
the Lake Superior mining interest
said:
1.-THE organization is planned for
the good of all concerned in the
mining and refining and the manu-
facture of copper"
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1908-12-18

prices to advance little more be-
fore they regard short sales rally
safe. Traders who are bullish and
close to the leaders say that the
market is acting all right and they
do not expect 1t to advance every
day.
Corn closed at the lowest since
July with the May price at 60%
The low point Of the season was
55h, in June. and it has been up
to 6Sh. on the September bulge.
Traders last night were talking
that May is likely to sell at go this
week and possibly today.
Wheat close: December, $100%;
May, $1.05%; July, 97&; Septem-
Der, 94%c.
Corn close: December, 56Ac;
May. 60Ac; July, 60hc; Septem-
Der, 60Ac.
Oats close: December. 4S%c;
May. sic; July, 45Ac: September,
$3.50.
Liverpool close: Wheat, " low
er; corn, u lower. December
wheat 7-11K, March 7-6&, May
7-5M. January corn 5-3A, March
.5-3A.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1908-12-18

Extra value in these gray
fox sets; large, fiat muff;
brocade satin lined; large
scarf with fox head; worth
$500 set, special. .$24.76
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1908-12-18
EASTERN MARKETS
Furnished by Walter J. Nichols
:, 4 Col

NEW YORK, Dec. 1S.-Public
service commission refuses per-
mission to Delaware & Hudson to
issue bonds for the purchase of
trolley lines. Vanderbilt road Of
ficials consider the New York Cen
trail has seen low point in earn
ings. Important copper interest
meeting today. Austrian premier
says there is no reason for disquiet
In political situation. President
elect Taft makes hurried visit to
/. White House, said to be in connec-
ton with Panama. Steel state
ment for present year will show
shrinkage In earnings. tonnage,
gross business and balance for new
construction. Forty-one roads first
week December show average
gross increase II per cent.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1908-12-18

the Days and Brien. Should the
purchase of this block be consul
mated, Tamarack would probably
be in better shape.
Pincher Creek Coal continues to
be dealt in quite actively on the
curb. The demand seems to be
quite keen around Is cents per
share, with practically no stock
offered under % cents. This stock
will probably be listed on the To-
cal exchange in the near future.
About 10000 shares of Panhandle
was bought between 3as and 3%
confc
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1908-12-18
HIGHER PRICED SALES

Trading was more or less lifeless
with sales confined to the higher
priced stocks. Several lots or
Hecla were traded in at $3.50, and
International Coal & Coke was
bought for eastern accounts
around "a and Is cents.
Negotiations are reported again
u Der way for the purchase of D.
H. Brien's interest in the Tam
crack. Since the Day faction Sc
cured control the property has
FSen developed somewhat slowly.
AT is generally supposed on account
Of the friction existing between
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1908-12-18
POISONED By SAUSAGE

WESTCHESTER, Pa, Dec. 49,
Two members of the family Of
George Van Horn, of Mendenhall,
Chester county, are dead, and three
others are i'll, as the result Of
ptomaine poisoning, caused by
sausage procured from a local
grocery store.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1908-12-18
Y. 8. Government. Bonds.
Chicago Grain Market

CHICAGO, Dec. 1S.-Sentiment
among wheat traders Is mixed. The
bear contingent say they see moth
Ing tot induce buying of wheat and
those who have covered their
shorts say they are waiting for
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1908-12-18

One lot fOXWnd bear fur
sets, in large, fiat scarfs; 81
inches long, with heads on
scarf and nsaff; worth 500;
at .......,.......... $12.75
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1908-12-18
$685. Set

One lot fur sets, in dark
brown or black fur and
muff; worth to $500;
special " S395
The Topeka state journal., 1908-05-23

three or four weeks, and these have
been out of the ordinary for merit.
These good acts which have been
secured include The Sldonias, the
creators of laughter in the characters
of a tramp and a golf girl; turkey
Boyd, that funny eccentric minstrel
who was one of the principal comedi-
ans wit hthe Primrose minstrels: Del
phino and Delmora, international mu-
sical travesty artists; Gavnelle Everett,
who is said to be the champion woman
buck and wing dancer of the world.
and who is also a character change
artist: and The La Darros, in a Euro
pean novelty ladder balancing act.
Two good illustrated songs are on
the bill as usual. Miss Lillian Parfitt
will, sing, .When the Springtime
Brings the Roses, Jessie Dear and
Mr.. F. n. Irwin will sing. "Ain't You
Glad You Found Me?" Two series of
interesting moving pictures will also
be shown.
And in connection with the shows at
the Novelty a word is due to the man
agement for the fine cool temperature
that it is possible to maintain in the
theater when the weather outside is
warm When this playhouse was built
a thoroughly modern yentilating APP
paratus was installed. The result is
fapparent. The air in the theater is
kept constantly on the go and the place
is just about as cool a. 1t is possible
to make any place. In fact it is cooler
inside the fheater than it is outside of
it on a warm night.
The Topeka state journal., 1908-05-23
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The Topeka state journal., 1908-05-23

For bargains, see Gresser & Cation.
Engineer T. o. Jones, who has been
assigned to runs Nos. II and 1S be-
tween Topeka and Newton has re-
ported for duty. Engineer H. f.
French has been protecting the runs
J. Shakeshaft. assistant general
passenger agent of the Santa Fe. has
returned from Newton where he has
been attending a meeting for several
days.
General Manager J. E. Hurley is in
El Paso where he is attending a union
depot meeting.
Harry w. Townsend of the electrical
department at Argentine was in To-
peka on a business trip this morning.
]. Nj. Meade, engineer of the eastern
grand division, has returned to Topeka
from Winfield, where he has been
spending several days.
w. ]. Curtis, travelling passenger
agent of the Santa Fe, is in Topeka
today after having been out on a busi-
ness trip for several davs.
j. NJ. Connell. general passenger
agent of the Santa Fe, was in the
wreck at Ripley yesterday but was un-
injured.
David Carson of the shops has re-
signed his position and has left for
Peoria, Ill.
Brakeman F. j. Fielder of Chicago