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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
JOY AT WHITE HOUSE.
President Roosevelt Happy Over Tsft's
 Nomination.

Washington. June la.-lmmediateIy upon receiving news of the nomina. ton of Secretary Taft for the presiden- cy President Roosevelt said,
 --I feel that the country Is indeed to be congratulated upon the nomination of Mir Taft have known him inti- mately for many year~. and have a pecuIisr feeling for him. because thrOuglout that time we have worked for the ssme oIis-t Wiih the same purposes and ideals
 Fl tle no' helieve there can te found in the vhaie country . man 90 well htted to ls president. He Is not only absolutely fearless absolutely disin- terests,i and upright. hut hs hss the widest acquaintance v-ifh the nations n~psis without and within and the I,rosdsst sympsthlr< wi'h sn our citi 1euS He would be sS enlphaticsIIv a Vre< iIslt of the psain p>uple as lin colE. yei ao, Iincsslu himself would is frrer from Ire iraSs tsint of dema @sszr. fhp issst truxra~r 70 aruuse cf appeal fa s'a-s h-f-rf cf ary kind .
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
WAS CLOSE CALL
Insane Woman Visited Office of Governor Buchlel With a
 Revolver.

Denver, Col, June 19.-Through the coolness of Assistant Secretary James D. Dougherty of the state humane society, Governor Henry A. Buchtel. escaped probably injury yesterday afternoon at the hands of Mrs Annie Jereheim an insane woman. Laboring under the delusion that the governor has got possession of $40,O0O which she imagines was left her by w. $. Stratton and is scheming to force her to marry him, the woman visited the executive office with the intention of shooting him. She had a 32 calibre revolver concealed under her jacket she carried on her arm. Not obtain ing admission she went to the humane society office and made threats to fix the governors Mir Dougherty per .suaded the woman to accompany him to the court house. There he swore out complaint of insanity against her and she was taken to the county hospital. .....
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
MAGISTRATE FIRED
French Minister Of Justice Acts Quickly in ihe Case of
 M. PoiiIevin.

Paris, June 19.-The minister or Justice has relieved of his functions M. Poitlevin, the magistrate charged with the investigation of the case against Henry Lemoine who was ar rested few months ago on the charge of having secured money from Julius Wernher, the English diamond merchant on false pretences, which were based on his alleged ability to manufacture diamonds. When the case against Lemoine was called Wednesday it was discovered that Le- moine had fled. The reason for the suspension of M. Poitleven is under stood to be his neglect of the official order that Lemoine be closely guard ed, this neglect resulting in Lemolne s escape. M. Poitleven was senior ex- amining magistrate and in that ca pacity investigated the Panama scan dal
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
STEAMERS HARD HIT.
The Slump In Freight Is the Cause
 nf If

New York, June 19.-The steam ship lines which carry freight from this port to the West Indies and Pan ana have been hard hit by the slump in freight traf1ic. Representatives or these lines say that they are now car rying about two-thirds as much freight as they did at this season last year. A lot of the bulk freight which formerly went from this port is now being shipped from Baltimore.
 Shippers say it is shorter haul to Baltimore and that they get a. lower rate from there to West Indian ports.
 The lines out of New York which compete in the West Indian, Panama and South American trade are the Atlas line of the Hamburg-American, the Royal Mail, the Red D line, the Royal Dutch West Indian line. the Quebec Steamship Go and the Clyde line.
 A representative of the Red D line says that the troubles in Venezuela have been responsible for a great falling of in freights to Venezuelan ports.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
LOOKING FOR WORK.
Local Men Will Ask That Non -Resi.
 dents Be Discharged.

Some of the local laborers who are out of work say that if things do not improve very soon they will struct the department of public works to discharge all nonresident workmen and give their positions to men who have permanent resi- dences in Waterbury. If this ques- tion comes up it will make the big gest kind of row, for it appears that the heads of some of the de- partments claim that they cannot get the kind of labor they want here all the time. This and the sns Il over the proposed change of the power of appointment of the plumb ing inspector would keep things lively in the aldermanic chamber for a couple of sessions supposing nothing else happened. The labor question is the more serious of the two, but the other is important and judging by what the bosses say they intend to fight the thing into the last ditch. At the next regular meeting-not the adjourned meet ing Monday night--the boss plumb CTS and the journeymen will meet face to face and explain to the aldermen wh. their petitions should be granted, one asking that the inspector be un- der the Jurisdiction of the board of health. and the other praying that things be left as they arc. It will be an interesting meeting and every body interested in municipal affairs should be on hand to hear the why and the wherefore of the whole ques- ton.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
MINERS CLAIM SETTLED.
American Embassy Strikes a Bargain
 With Japan.

Seoul, June 19.-The Collbran- Bostwick claim to certain mines in Korea has been definitely and amica- bly settled an agreement having been reached between the American embas- sy at Tokio, the Japanese residency general at Seoul and the Korean gov ernment.
 This case has been source of con- siderable irritation for the past three years, and during the negotiations that have been going on here for a settlement for a month or more, the embassy has been represented by R. S. Miller, Jr, its Japanese secretary and interpreter This agreement will mean, among other things, d complete revision of minng laws of Korea and the introduction of terms more favorable to foreigners.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
Colonel Ham Young Dead.

Chicago, June 19.-William Ham, ilton Young, manager of the Wash ington office of the Western onion Telegraph Co, and familiarity known to newspaper men throughout the United States as Colonel Ham" Young, died early to-day at ,he home of his son, Frank NJ. Young, in this city. He came here on duty con nected with the republican national convention and was taken i'll yester- day at the Coliseum. Mir loung was one of the oldest telegraph opera tors in the country and Was the re- tiring president of the old time Photographers association. He en- tered the telegraph service Tn 1850 and during the war served in the war department.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
MANOR HOUSE FIRE.
Home Founded by Thomas Lake Har-
 ris Burned Out.

Santa Rosa, Cal, June 19.-The Manor house, the central dwelling Of the Fountain Grove colony found- ed by Thomas Lake Harris, the Eng fish mystic, was destroyed by fire, cause by the explosion of a kerosene lamp. yesterday.
 Harris came here from London early in the seventies and estab- lished the Fountain Grove colony, building a magnificent manor house at a cost of $40,000 for his resi- dence, and a number of other build- ings He attracted disciples from all classes in different parts of the world. Among the most prominent of his followers was the late Law renee Oliphant, the we'll Known Eng fish writer and diplomatist, who be- came member of Harriss colony about 1884. Another prominent member was the sister of the late Colonel George F. Waring of New York.
 The manor house has ocen occu- pied by Dr F. B. Webley ever since Thomas Lake Harris removed his headquarters to New York.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
AFTER INDEPENDENCE.
Filipino Vote 57 to 15 for Immediate
 Freedom.

Manila, June 19.-The Philippine assembly to-day on the eve of ad- journment declared, by vote of 57 to 15, that independence was the as- piration of the Filipino people and that they were ready for immediate independence. Speaker Osmena in addressing the house formally at the close of the session, brought up the question. He said that it was his as- aspiration to have independence. The people wanted it and their acts and achievements showed that they were capable of receiving it. The pro- gressist party leaders demanded separate vote on the question, their spokesman declaring that the people were not ready for immediate inde- pendenee. All wanted independence, he said. some day but the time was not yet ripe for 1t.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
MINGLED BODY FOUND.
William J. McMahon's Remains in
 Tender of Locomotive.

New Haven, June 19.-A fireman in shoveling coal on one of the en- zines of the New York and New Haven road, had gruesome experi-. ence yesterday, when his shovel brought up the mangled remains of dead man. The body was identi- fled later as that of William J. Me- Mahon of this city, a well known and popular printer in the Hardy Press company, of Pitkin Lane.
 There is no way of telling at present just what the cause of death was, and whether it was sui eide or murder has not been deter mined as yet, but it is thought from the circumstances connected with the disappearance of McMahon that 1t is. case of suicide.
 Six weeks ago, William J. McMa- hon lived at 22 Brewster street, but after that time he moved to some place which is not known. He had notified those interested in him at 22 Brewster street some time ago that he had package of papers which should be turned over to the police in the event of his disappears ance, and that they should turn his body over to the Yale Medical school if he should be found dead anywhere
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
TAFT LEAVES CABINET.
Tenders Resignation as Secretary of
 War 10 the President.


 War to the President.
 Washington June 19 = Secretary Taft's resignation as cabinet officer was received by President Roosevelt today. It will take effect on July 1. This was learned following confer ence at the White House.
 After the conference Mir. Taft was greeted by dozen newspaper corre spondents. who desired to learn of his plans. "The president wants me to leave clean slate for my successor" said the war secretary, "and it will take me at least ten days to settle all pending matters in the war depart ment. have no definite plans as to when I will leave Washington"
 MT Taft intimated that 1t would be within a few days. He will attend the thirtieth anniversary of the Yale class of 1878. with which he grad uated. He will be in New Haven Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
 the coming week,
 Asked as to his views on the vi. presidential choice, the nominee for the presidency was noncommittal. He asked for the latest news from Chica- go as to who would be his proba ble running mate. Upon being told that there was movement in favor of Fairbanks he remarked. Things seem to be In Q chaotic state in Chicago with regard to thu vice presidency" During the conference at the White House several telegrams were sent to Chicago. and Mir. Taft intimated that he was expecting responses from these which would materially affect his plans for the immediate future.
 Mir. Taft in a speech to large rep resentation of the membership of the University club who made congratu- latory visit to the Taft home said:
 My Fellow Members of the Univer- sity Club-You don't expect me to make a speech, much less a political speech. A great honor has fallen upon me, to lead great political party in the contest that is to come. This ex- pression of good fellowship I value greatly. as deeT # the expression of good will from my fellow club mem bers.
 T thank you, gentlemen, for your good fellowship. I thank you on he. half of the real ruler of the family, the lady who, I hope. is near by look ina .n aud lietopin8 Tor fhoca yvhn conduct themselves property in their family life no greater need of ap. proyal could be desired.' ..
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
Destroyed by Tornado.

Bay City. Mich. June 19.-Seyeral persons were injured, one perhaps fatally. two houses and a half dozen barns destroyed by tornado which struck the eastern outskirts of Soo City late yesterday. The residence of Mrs Mattie Howe of Greenville was wrecked. The three persons in the house. Mrs Howe. Mrs Charles Fax man. her nephew. and Charles You hill. were badly injured. Mrs Howe may die. The home of Freq Demar- anvilIe of Morningside vas torn to pieces
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
Mississippi Rising.

St Louis, June 19.-One drowned, the breaking of levees near here, and the flooding of thousands of acres of land. and frenzied efforts by railroads and towns to save property marked yesterdays rise in the waters of the Mississippi and Missouri riy- CTS. The gauge read 3i.S and still rising and river men believe the crest will surpass the weather bu- reau's prediction of thlrty-five feet. The drowning was that of Max Rich ter, 17 years of age, who was seized with cramps while trying to repair a boat in which he had gone to view the hood.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
No Chairman Elected.

Chicago. June 19.-A chairman of the republican na ional commit tee wiiI not he selected al this time The selection will he deferred until after a conference with Secretary Taft at which his wishes iu respect to the manager of his campaign vilI be defini ely aseertained
 The nsw committee is scheduled 10 get together immediately after the sine die adjournment Of the convention If that hody 6nishes it's york this afternoon he commit tee may m-st this evening or to-mor- row morning T. Is proposed that the committee seiect a suh-commit-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
Assigned to New Post.

San Francisco, June 19.-Major Carroll A. Devol. who was for years head of the army quartermaster's de- partment at San Francisco, has been assigned to the post of chief of the personnel of the government staff at the canal zone. Panama. and will have charge of the entire field of labor and materials on the big gov, ernment job. Major Devol had re- gently been connected with the gen. eral stan of the army in Washing ton. In addition to his army pay he will receive a salary from the canal commission.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
Two New Vessels.

New York. June 19.-Emil l.. Boas. general manager in America of the Hamburg American line. has returned from a hurried trip to Eu- rope. He volunteered the informa- ton that there. will be two new vessels Of his line between New York and Hamburg beginning next season to be named the Cincinnati and Cleveland They will be of 1s.5e0 tons register. with a speed of IS knots an hour. They are be- ing built at Hamburg
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
Al the Canal Zone.

Washington, June 19.-on the whole. sanitary progress in the canal zone has been very satisfactory dur ing May. according to the monthly report of c. c. McCulloch. Jr, acting chief sanitary officer. Taking the total population of Panama, Colon and the canal zone there was a marked falling of in the death rate per thousand during May this year as compared with 1907. when it was 31.57. May this year. it was 20.S7 per thousand.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
Machine Ready for Trial.

Hammondsport, N. r., June 1s.-- The Aerial Experiment association's 8 new flying machine is completed and ready for trial. Dr and Mrs Alex ander Graham Bell are here and preparations are being made for a trial flight to-day. This Is the as- sociation's third machine and has been named the June Bug. It will be operated by c. H. Curtiss, under whose direction it was built.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
DETECTIVES KEEN EYES.
Recognize Man From a Photograph
 They Received From Waterbury.

New Haven. June 19.-Detectives Daley and Dorman must have had their keenest eyesight fin working order last night, as they did feat that is a difficult one, recognized a man from a photograph which they had only seen once. The one they knew is Joseph Pierce, who is want ed for theft by the police in Bridge port and he will be sent there to- day. The picture of him was sent from Waterbury. He is said to have stolen two rolls of cloth.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
Annual Yacht Race.

Dover. June 19.--The annual yacht race from Dover 10 Heligoland for the cup offered by Emperor Will liam of Germany, as started this morning. There were only seven en- tries. two British yachts. Cicely and Ceylnn. and five Germans, Comet, Hamburg. Clara, Susanne and Arm gard. Cicely and Susanne were the first to cross the line. The wind was light from the east
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
CANDIDATE TAFT.

Mir Taft was the recipient Of an un- countable number of telegrams of con- graduation. which are still pouring in today from all parts of the United States and from foreign countries. Among those from whom congratula. tory messages have come are the de feaied candidates at Chicago. All of them have pledged to the successful candidate their earnest support. He received the first message. in his pri- vatc office at the war department.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
struck by Tidal Wave.

Victoria. B. C., June l9.-The British ship Lord Shaftsbury, which arrived yesterday from Port Talbot via Iquique. reported that when 300 miles west of Cape Horn a tidal wave was encountered which swept the decks. taking all her boats and houses. starting the hull and partial ly wrecking the ship. Hundreds of tons of water broke over he ship. which was thrown over on her beam. Her cargo shifted and one man was washed over board and drowned.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19

tee of five to take up with MT Taft the matter of the new chairman.
 The plan originally was that Sec retary Taft should come to Chicago to-day or tomorrow and confer with the entire committee. Word was received, however, that he would not come to Chicago at this time on account of the pressure of other duties. It then was decided to send the subcommittee to him.
 - A number of men have been sug- gested for the place but so far noth- ing has been heard from MT Taft as to his preferences.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
SHERMAN WINS
New York Congressman Will Be Tsii's Running Mate on
 Ticket
CONVENTION ADJOURNS

Chicago, June 19.-With Con- gressman James s. Sherman of New York chosen as vice-presiden- tial candidate and running mate of Secretary Taft, the republican na- tional convention of 1908 passed into history to-day. The final ses- sion lasted less than two hours and adjournment was taken sine die at HEAT. The committees to notify
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
HEARST GAINS
His Tolal Now is 422 voies-- Only a Few BuDdred Boxes
 Are Left.

New York, June 19.-In the mayors alty contest to-day Hearst showed gain of forty-two in thirty eight dis tricts of the seventh assembly dis- trict of Kings. In the ninth he made gain of thirteen and in the thir-, teenth he gained twenty-four and Mc-5 Clellan gained seven. Hearst has now gained 422 votes with but q few hundred boxes yet to be opened
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
Stricken and Died.

New York. June 19.-Tames W
 Milliken member of the state senate cf Michigan was stricken with apo plexy and died on a New York Cen tral train while tn route to this city to-day. Mir Milliken was accompan- jed by his wife. Their home is in Traverse City. Michigan. Mir Milli- ken was taken ill at Syracuse and died when the train arrived at Pough- keepsie. His body was brought to the Grand Central station in this city.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
Two FTremen Injured.

Chicago. June 19.-Fire due to an explosion destroyed the plant of the Commercial Cabinet Co at I7T-Isl West Division street to-day. Loss s75,O00. Two firemen were serious ly injured by a second explosion dur ing the fire.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
Rome Pleased With Taft.

Rome, June 19.--Althou&a it was fully expected here, the nomination of Secretary Taft has produced a good impression. This is especially true at the Vatican, where Mir Taft is concluded as fayorably inclined to the Catholic influence in the Philip pines. .
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19

the candidates were officially pro- mulgated. Senator William Warner of Missouri, past commander-in- chief of the c. A. R., was selected to head the delegation that will call upon Secretary Taft and Senator Burrows of Michigan was placed at the head of the committee to notify MT Sherman.
 The vote resulted as follows: Sherman S16, Guild 75, Murphy IT, Sheldon 10, Fairbanks 1, not vot- ing 1.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
Trust Company Fails.

Philadelphia. Penn. June 1s.- The Lincoln Savings and Trust company. a small concern of this city, failed 10 open its doors for business to-day and Samuel \. Hine- man. an attorney. was appointed re- ceiver. The trust company failed about a year ago and resumed busi- ness three months later after re- organizing.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
sherman Congratulated.

Washington. June 19.-President Roosevelt to-day sent a telegram to Representative sherman congratulat- ing him on his nomination to the vice-presidency. Governor Guild of Massachusetts also sent congratula- tory telegram.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
Twenty Iniured.

Meadville, Pa, June 19.-Twenty passengers were injured, one fatally and several seriously in an accident on the street car lines to-day. A pas senger car telescoped freight car- rying car on a sharp curve.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
Want Q Revision.

Berne. Switzerland. June is.-The national council has recommended to the federal council a revision of the constitution for the purpose of creating a state monopoly of wheat and four.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
Tokio Is PIeasnd. .

Tokio. June 1s.-The nomination Of Secretary Taft for the presidency has been received everywhere in To- kiO with expressions of qualification because of the personal popularity of Taft.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
Lawyer Not Guilty.

New York. June 19.-A jury to- day found Carl Fisher-Hansen. the lawyer. not guilty on the charge of extortion of s15,O00 from Joseph E. O'Brien of Philadelphia.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
Thr TnonclaI heturn..

Salem. Ore. June I9.-Complete but unofficial primary returns on the nomination of candidate for United States senator give Fl. M. Cake Ire pubiicanl 50.sss. and George Cham berlain (democrstD 52,431
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
WEATHER INDICATIONS.

Forecast for Connecticut. Fair and somewhat warmer tonight and Saturday. light southwest winds.
 The disturbance tha. vas central over North Dakota yesterday morn ing has moved slowly northeast ward and is nov central north of Lake Superior IL has produced quite heavy local showers during the past zl hours between the Rocky Mountains and the Lake re- zion and as Tar sou D as Kansas City. Pleasant weather continues in the eastern sections.
 Conditions favor for this vicinity fair weather uifh rising tetnpers- tnre f0Ilowed by increasing ciOudi- nsss on Saturday and probably rkowrrs sy Saturday night
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
Instructed for Bryan.

Raleigh. \. C. June 1s.-At the democratic convention Of the Fourth North Carolina district held yesterday delegates to the Denver convention were instructed for Bryan.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
HIT BY FLY WHEEL.
South Britain Man Badly Injured
 At the Hospital.

South Britain, June 19.-John D.. Ingraham was caught in belt at. a saw mill here, where he was working and was thrown against the fly wheel and was badly injured. He was re- moved to the Waterbury hospital.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
HnI Rrcelrrd hr Emprr...

Berlin. June Is.-Amhassador Hin vas received in audience by the German empress to-day. He uas attended by the staF of the em- hasxy.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
Cmker.. Hn-.r Mnn

London. June. Is-Richsrd Gro kerTs Ally Rhodors wo1 the trf-a1- nmsI stake at Ascot to-day.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-19
BAD FIRE IN READING.
Hardware Company Burned Out
 Loss Estimated at &75.OOO.

Reading, Pa, June 19.-The large store of the Stichter Hardware com pany in this city was burned to-day and several nearby buildings were damaged. The loss Is estimated at $75,00O.