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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
CITY NEWS.

i U. s. & Co.'S Gold Bond" S2 hats are right or new one free. Concert at 8, dancing at g, Buck i ingham hall Saturday evening. Joseph Johnson of North Willow street is on vacation to Savin Rock. Emil Beerbaum and daughter, Miss Carrie Beerbaum of East Farm street have returned from trip to Europe. Frank Anderson of Bethlehem, who
 was sentenced to thirty days In jail in court this morning, later took an
 appeal.
 Mrs Harding and daughter, Miss Kathryn, of Bridgeport have return. ed from a short visit with relatives in Waterbury.
 Help find employment for the un-
 employed by giving your waste pa per to the Salvation Army Industrial
 department. PIP Meadow street.
 Phone 405-5.
 P. Hampton White and John Cheshire who were arrested yesterday on suspicion of collecting money un- der false pretenses, are still locked up at the police station.
 Yesterday a girl about 12 years Of
 age strayed to the farm of William
 Atkins near Summit. The police
 were notified but they have been un-
 able to find any information about
 the girl in question. She was dressed
 in black clothes and is thought to
 have escaped from some girls insti-
 tuition.
 Sergeant William Moher, Sergeant Patrick Courtney and Corporal Peter
 Gagain, all active members of Com
 pany c, have received medals for ten years service John Spellman, Colin
 Bossidy, Sherold Driscoll and William
 Fitzgerald also of the company have
 received honorable discharges from the service.
 City Engineer Cairns can do lots of things besides look through a transit and drive pegs into the
 ground. This afternoon somebody reported to him that the pavement
 on Center street had been opened from curb to curb, travel was block ed and everybody saying euss words. The engineer hastened to the scene and found that it was no false alarm. Without much ceremony the engi- neer told the man who was doing the mischief to hold on, and then he
 commenced putting the bricks back into their beds and kept at 1t until he had half the width of the street
 In condition for teams to drive over 1t. The trouble grew out of mis- understanding on the part of c. H. Cables who was granted permission tc open the street to make steam connections with buildings on oppo-
 site sides of the street It was no:
 expected that he would open a trench the full width of the street. but that is what he did. Mir Cables will have to change his plans go that not more than half the street shall b0 open at the aame time,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
BIG BATTLFSnlP
Sends 0ui ibe Besviesi One Ever Launched By That
 CouuIry.

Portsmouth, Sept. 1O.-The St Vincent, the largest and heaviest battleship ever built for the British navy. was launched successfully here to-day. The weather was fine and the sea was smooth and a great crowd saw the vessel take to the water. She was christened by the Countess Beauchamp.
 Counting the three cruising bat tleships of the Invincible class the St Vincent is the eighth vessel of the Dreadnought type to be launch ed in this country. The admiralty has observed it's usual reticence with regard to the details of the design and construction of the St Vincent, but from certain figures that were given out it is manifest that the experience gained from the construction of the Dreadnought has been utilized in this vessel. It Is believed that some of the additional weight of the St Vincent is to be accounted for by heavier armament for protection against torpedoes and Improvements giving greater secur- ity to those controlling the move- ments of the ship while in action.
 A number of foreign naval at- taches, including Lieutenant Com mander John H. Gibbons, the Amer ican attache, attended the launching on the invitation of the admiralty.
 The St Vincent was laid down in December of last year. She is sup posed to be of about 19,250 tons and her cost has been given at $9,500,- 900.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
The sneezs lnopportune.

"Of all the embarrassing predica- ments, the one that I was in was the worst ever," said prosperous down. town business man, addressing his partner in their office on the fifteenth floor of one of the Broadway sky scrapers.
 T got in the elevator q few moments ago." he continued, "and the draft as we shot roofward caused me to sneeze. I felt it coming, and as I opened my mouth for a hearty 'achu' out popped my $15O set of false teeth. Say, when that car full of silly stenographers be gan to snicker I could have gone through keyhole without touching sides, top or bottomv-New York Globe
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
WATCHING FLEET
IFslls Crowded LeadIpg Into West AusiralIa Wlih People
 Wbo Want 10 See Ships.

Albany, West Australia, Sept 10.- Notwithstanding the fact that Albany ts $40 miles from Perth, the trains from there to-day are crowded with people who have come to- Albany to help welcome the American battle ship fleet which Is expected to arrive here tomorrow. The city Is gaily decorated for the occasion. Trium- phal arches span many of the princi- pal streets and buildings are covered with festooned bunting and blended British and American flags. t
 The British protected cruiser Gibralter, with crew of 500 off, cers and men, has arrived here to participate in the reception to the Americans and will remain here un- til the American fleet sails.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
ROBBERS FOILED
Dsd Jewels el Former Mas Jesn Reid Packed Up Ready 10
 Remove Them.

Guilford, Eng. Sept. 10.-A daF- ing attempt was made last night to steal number of valuable jewels belonging to Mrs John Ward, who was Miss Jean Reid. daughter of Ambassador Whitelaw Reid.
 Mrs Ward was visiting at Wor- plesdon, near here. Upon going up to her room to retire she found her door locked on the inside. She summoned help and the door was forced. Her jewels were found laid out all ready to be taken away. The only piece missing was a gold purse valued at $500. The burg lars apparently escaped through window. No clue to them has been found. ,.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
DONATED s2o0
To Support of Fireman's Daughter
 Who Was Killed in Service.

Norwich, Sept. 10.--The 24th an- nual convention of the Connecticut State Firemen's association, which began here Tuesday, was brought to a close yesterday, the passing of resolutions thanking the city for it's hospitality closing up the business of the session.
 The convention to-day voted $200 towards the support of Miss Ruth Butler, daughter of Meriden fire man who was killed in the service. An invitation from New London for the holding of the next convention in that city was referred to a com- mittee. The following committees were elected:
 Resolutions: E. w. Clark, South Norwalk; A. W. Hefferman, Rock vile and A. F. Roland of Bridgeport.
 Auditing, G. s. Pitts, Middletown; H. c. Horton, Bristol and c. +. Beardsley of Bridgeport.
 Legislative: J. H. Hayes of Bris- tol; R. V. McGee of Watertown; Rev. J. T. Cary of Norwich; J. c. Moran of Hartford and w. c. Perkins of New Haven.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
Landed at Plymouth Bay.

Kingston, Mass, Sept 10.-The balloon Heart of the Berkshires" which ascended at midnight from Pittsfield, piloted by William Val Sleet and Dr Sidney s. Stowell. land ed on the shore of Plymouth bay at 5::25 a. m. to-day. The car as it touched the ground was within 50 feet of high water mark, although 1t being low tide the flats extended out considerable distance. The two aeronauts reported an uneyent- full trip.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
Returns Not all in.

Seattle, Wash, Sept. 10.-Re% turns from the primary elections are yet far from complete, at least six ty per cent of the total vote being. unreported The selection of Wes- ley L. Jones as the republican can didate for United States senator is assured. Related returns increase the return of MT Jones over Senator Levy Ankeny, The defeat of Sena- tor Ankeny is a result of a fight for several years standing which has been led by former United States Senator John L. Wilson. There are indications that s. c. Cosgrove of Pomeroy will be sure of the repub- lican nomination for governor.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
Tnlstni,s Jubilee.

St Petersburg. Sept 10.--The news papers of Russia appear to-day almost without exception as Tolstoi jubilee numbers and they publish pages de- voted to his life. criticisms of his lit- erary work, and anecdotes of his ca reer.s Many Of the articles naturally are phrased in terms of extravagant adulation, but in general the criti- cisms are discriminating and just. Count Leo Tolstoi celebrates the eightieth anniversary of his birth at his home in Yasnaya Poliana to-day.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
SCARED THE ROBBERS.
Odd Incident In England In the Eight
 eenth Century.

eontn Gentury.
 For a time during the eighteenth cen tury in England there was lull in the robbery industry owing to an odd incident. Shortly after the execution of an English burglar named Elliston a curious communication purporting to have been written by him was put into circulation. Now, as I am dy- ing man." 1t ran, T have done some thing which may be of good use to the public. I have left with an honest man-the only honest man I was ever acquainted with--thc names of all my wicked brethren, the places of their abode. with a short account of the chief crimes they have committed. in many of which l have been the accom- plice and heard the rest from their own mouths have likewise set down the names of those we call our setters, of the houses we frequent and all of those who receive and buy our stolen goods. have solemnly charged this honest man and have received his promise upon oath that whenever be hears of any rogue to be tried for rob bery or housebreaking he will look into bis list and if he finds there the name of the thief concerned to send the whole paper to the government. Of this I here give my companions fair and public warning and hope they will take it." It is said the hint was so effectual that for long time pick pockets and burglars in that part of England went into panic stricken re- tirement. And. this being so. 1t Is just as well they did not know that the let ter was clever forgery. the work of that prince of wits and humorists. Dean Swfft.-New York Tribune.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
LARGE CROWD THERE.
Many Dignitaries Present at Mass in
 Westminster Cathedral.

Westminster Cathedral.
 London, Sept 10.-Another great congregatioHl including dignitaries of the Roflan Catholic church, priests and the laiety assembled in Westminster cathedral this forenoon when Pontifical hign mass was cele- brated by Mgr Amiette, archbishop of Paris, who was assisted by several archbishops, bishops and canons, a full choir and number of soloists.
 Later there were three sectional meetings in connection with the in. ternational eucharistic congress. which was opened last night, Two of them were conducted in English and the third in the French lan- guage. Cardinal Vincent Vannutal- Ii, the papal legate. presided over the. larger of the two English meet ings.
 All the papers read during the eucharistic and the contributors in cluded the Right Rev Abbot Gasquet who spoke on "the Holy Euchardist in preformation times" the Right Rev Mgr Canon Moves, Bishop of Northampton whose subject was The reformation of the Mass" and H. R. H. Prince Max of Saxony, whose paper was entitled "the teach ing of St John Chrysostom on the Blessed Eucharist.
 Several other sectional meetings will be held iths afternoon after which there will be vespers and ben ediction in the cathedral. This evening there will be great meet ing in the Albert hall.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
BRYANT CANNON
Peerless Leader Says Speaker FsIsIiIed- Roosevelt's vlsi-
 iors Numerous To-day
CANDIDATES ARE BUSY

Olney, III, Sept 1O.--Giving a de- tailed statement of the amount of property owned by him, which he placed at $150,O00, at the outside, William J. Bryan, in speech here to-day, declared as false the accusa- tion of Speaker Joe Cannon, made yesterday in Springfield, that he was worth a million dollars. He called upon the speaker to be as frank in making known to the world the amount of his own earthly posses sions. Speaker Cannon is credited with saying that MT Bryan had ac. cumulated million dollars selling wind and ink to the public.
 Oyster Bay, N. Y., Sept 10-Pres- ident Roosevelt's visitors to-day in~ clude Attorney General Bonaparte. Paul Morton, president of the Equit- able Life Assurance society; Medill Mccormick of the Chicago Tribune; Lawrence F. Abbott of the Outlook; John Ridgely Carter, secretary of the American Esbassy at London; Herbert Knox Smith, commissioners of corporations, and Herbert Par sons, president of the New York county republican committee, all were guests at luncheon.
 Cincinnati, O., Sept 10.--Mr Taft plans to-day to make further strides towards getting up to date with his correspondence and office work. Be- sides this plans are being discussed for the pilgrimage here of delega- tions. No decisions in such matters will be announced, however, until the republican national committee has made known its desire for util- izing the candidate on the road. No political conferences Of importance were scheduled for the day.
 Evansville, Ind, Sept 10.-Mr Bry- ans speaking programme to-day in- cludes stops at Olney, III, and Posey- vile, Ind, where he will spend two hours at each place, stopping here at 6 o'clock tonight. Preparations have been made here for great open air night meeting. From here MT Bryan starts for West Virginia and the east.
 New York, Sept 10.-James s. Sherman, the republican candidate for vsce-president and Senator Crane Iof Massachusetts, member of the advisory eomIiittee of the republican national committee arrived here to- day. During the day they were in conference with Chairman Hitchcock of the national committee.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
Forces a pischarae.

"The Japanese servant has many cu- rious traits,. said the man who keeps one. besides his constant habit of eat ing raw fish, but he is inordinately po- lote, as rule. For instance. he never will give you notice that he wishes to leave you. Instead his work will grow steadily worse and worse till you can't stand it any longer, and so you fire him. It's always done purposely to avoid the necessity of telling Sou out right that he is tired of you and wants to Quit.'
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
Sailed th Inin Fleet.

Melbourne. Sept 10.-The battles ship Kansas and the supply ship Cul- goa sailed this afternoon to join the rest of the American fleet at Albany, having been left behind to await the American mail and pick up such sail- ors as were left behind when the fleet sailed. A number of nen who missed tfei. ships reported to the Kansas and patrols searched the city, but there are still 115 stra&- glers unaccounted for.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
Democrats Want Gum

New Haven, Sept 10.-The an- nouncement is made that a confer ence of many of the most prominent members of the democratic party in the state has been called for this city tomorrow. With this is also the further announcement that George M. Gum of Milford has been asked if he would accept the gubernatorial nomi- nation if offered him by the demo- cratic convention next week.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
Travelled 100 Miles.

Bridgewater, Mass, Sept 10.- The balloon Boston, piloted by c. J. Glidden with H. H. Clayton as his assistant, which left Springfield, Mass, shortly after midnight, alight, ed here at 6 a. m. to-day after an uneyentful voyage of 100 miles. The Boston came to the ground in ths yards of: the Stanley Manufacturing about Euile from the cen- ter of the town.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
FITZGERALD Is FREE.
Man Accused of Taking Big Sum
 From U. s. Sub-Treasury.

Chicago. Sept 10.-George w. Fitzgerald, accused by the state au- thorities of the theft of $173,000 from the United States sub-treasury here, was freed to-day by Judge Chetlain. United States Sub-Treas- urer Boldenweil, acting under in- structions not to disclose. the evi- dence gathered by the federal au- thorities, took the stand and re- fused to testify. The judge there upon dismissed the case.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
BARBOUR AND SHERMAN.
Vice Presidential Candidates Name
 Missing-So Is Joe Barbour's

Among the scores of congratula- tory telegrams received by the Hon George L. Lilley's secretary were the following:
 T congratulate you on your nomi- nation for governor.
 "ROLLIN s. WOODRUFF" Kindly accept my congratulations on your nomination. I shall do ev- erything in my power to make it an election in November.
 EVERETT J. LAKE" My congratulations. 's s "E. STEVENS HENRY"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
The Fight Receinfs.

San Francisco, Sept 10.-The re- ceipts of the Gans-Nelson fight were slightly in excess of $1s.000 of which Nelson received $500 and Cans s5.045. The gate money was not up to expectation ard 1t is be- lieved that the Moran-Attell contest, two days before. had something to do with the falling of.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
Social Analogy

Mrs. Subbubs-That Mrs. Newcome just moved into the Dudley's old house on Saturday. so. l called today. Mir. Subbubs- We'll, well, how like poker this social game is Mrs. Subbubs-How do you mean? Mr. Subbubs-Why, in poker you also "calr' when you want to see what the other persons got.- Philadelphia Press.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
L. s. Marines Lead

Sea Girt. \. J.. Sept. 1o.--At the conclusion of the first stage of the Gould rapid fire match in the shoot ing tournament to-day the three teams of the United States Marine Corps were leading. The Seventh New York First team led at the rapid fire and skirmish match.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
New Steamer Launched.

Belfast, Sept 10.-The steamer Laurentic, the new White Star do- minion liner for the British Cana dian service, was successfully launched here to-day. This vesse. is the first liner to be fitted with a combination of high pressure piston and low pressure turbine machinery.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
Securities. Open SfeadiIy

London. Sept 10.-American se- curities opened steady and about un- changed from yesterdays New York closing. Later Amalzamated Copper and Baltimore ( Ohio advanced E a point. but the rest of the list declined. It noon tho fone uns 1rregoIef.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
Hill Nominated Again

Bridgeport, Sept. 10.--About one hundred and fifty delegates from the fourth congressional district met at steeplechase island to-day and for the eighth time nominated E. J. Hill of Norwalk for congress.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
n;ed of Bright's Disease.

Philadelphia, Sept 10.-Charles K. Lord, president of the Tonopah and Goldfield Railroad company. and formerly third vice-president of the Baltimore and Ohio railroad, died today at the Presbyterian hospital of Bright's disease.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10

Pleasant weather has prevailed during the past 24 hours In all sec lions east of the Rocky mountains ex- cent on the south Atlantic coast where the rainfall has been very heavy.
 Jacksonville, Fla. reported 5.1s fucfes and Savannah. Ga. 1. 10 inches. Tenueratures above normal were re- rorted from the central and weatern
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
Clause is Unconstitutional.

Philadelphia, Sept. 10. - The commodities clause of the Hepburn railroad act was to-day declared to be unconstitutional by the United States circuit court, for the eastern district of Pennsylvania.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
At Montreal Next.

London, Sept 10.-The bishop ot Montreal announced at the eucharis- tic congress to-day that the next con- gress would be held at Montreal.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
Yerv nnfnrnt.

sin the oldea days reformer was liable to be burnt at the stake"
 ''Yes. and now ve put hifl on the lecture r'stform end give him 50 per cent Of the eross psss-Washlns
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
Rate Irnchanged To-flay.

London. Sept 10.-The rate of dis count of the Bank of England remain cd unchanged to-day at 2 ls per cent.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-09-10
wEArHER FORECAST.

Forecast for Connecticut: Fair to- night and Friday, light winds, gen. eraIly westerly.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1908-03-12
The Passion Play.

Special Engagement, Return Date To-
morrow, Friday, March -, at the M.
E. Church at s. Tickets IS and CSC.
This is generally admitted to be the
most elaborate and pretentious NOV
ing picture ever devised. 1t is shown
in five long reels and it's presentation
takes about two hours. OF course its
story is the most beautiful in all the
world-there is no need to emphasize
that. Considered as spectacle it is
often magnificent, revealing many
glimpses of attractive scenery and the
movements of vast throngs of pic
turesquely costumed people; while
the acting-especially of the leading
characters simple, dignified and
impressive. Throughout there is the
clearness of outline and richness of
coloring characteristic of all Pathe
films.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1908-03-12
Irish Social.

Come to the great Irish social, Civ
en- by the Philatheas at the First Bap-
fist church, Tuesday evening, March
II, Irish songs, Irish recitations and
Irish music. Admission Is cents.
All who can trace Irish ancestry are
requested to wear touch of green.
Another barrel of that famous witch
hazel at Bucknam's.
Have you seen the pretty, new SOU
venir post cards, Skowhegan views,
imported from Germany, at Fogg's
drug store.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1908-03-12
Ready for Business.

Before you engage a painter or
paper hanger to do your work, let me
talk with you and see if / cannot save
you money. l do house painting,
paper hanging and whitening, and
carry full line of wall papers, room
mouldings, plate rails, chair rails etc,
sleigh and carriage painting special
ity. Drop me postal and l will call.
JOHN MCPHERSON,
Shop over Fairbrother's Livery
stable.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1908-03-12
San Marcos
Rubber Plantation
Company's Stock

Amount now for sale only 100 shares.
This is a stable cons erNative company
in It's eighth year. Many thousand
rubber trees grown from seed by this
company will be tapped this year.
The income will he one dollar, or
more, per tree. Eleventh hour In
vestors share equally with charter
members in dividends. See Matt. 20:
l-l6. If Interested, write for "Resour-
ces' by President Ex-Judge Byam.
Frank T.. Emery. Sl2Il Park Row,
New York, or rs Main St. Skowhe-
gan. Me. Iwl0h
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1908-03-12
More Proof of Our
Low Prices !
Greatest Values Ever
Shown in Mems Suits

These Suits are strongly made, gray
and brown mixtures, black Cheviots,
correctly made in every line, some
broken lots, in all about twenty five
Suits. We offer the entire lot at
figures ranging from 50 to So off
the regular prices. To the best of
our knowledge and belief these are
lowest prices, quality for quality at
which perfect up-to date Suits have
ever been offered in Skowhegan. Ask
to see them.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1908-03-12
Special Values
For This Week

Eur Goats, SO, sI8, $50.
Fur trimmed, plush lined, SIS. Seo,
SIS.
Working Men Trousers. 800,
Lag. I.5o. 100, 2.so.
Dress Trousers, $500. So. 100,
$50, 500.
Ladies and Gents Umbrellas, 4ec
up.
New Spring shirts popular coloring
soc, SI.oo.
New Spring Hosiery, &c, pr. for
a5c, sc, Sc.
New Spring Jerseys popular coIors.
New Spring Derbies and Soft Hats
Ready