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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
HORSE WAS SHOT
Case Brought 10 Attention of Humane Agent Gillette By
 Supt of Police Beach.

Superintendent of Police Beach was notified this morning that g horse in very weakened condition was starving in a barn in the rear of PA North Main street. Upon in- vestigation it was found that the animal was just about on it's last legs. It was on the ground with no blanket over it, there was large nail in one of it's feet, and was in such shape that it was unable to rise. The animal was about 27 years of age. Detective Colesanto learned that the owner was Nicola Scoppet- ta of 558 Scovill street Scoppetta was brought to the station. He claimed that he hired man to take care of the horse and was of the opinion that it was being properly cared for. Superintendent Beach or dered Charles H. Beere, the veterin- ary, to shoot the animal and direct- ed ScOppetta to have it taken away immediately. The case was brought to the attention of Humane Agent Gillette, but the owner is not likely to be prosecuted.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
MORE WARSHIPS
Question of Building Them is Causing Considerable DiS-
 cuSsiOn in London
WHAT $ ASKED FOR

London, Feb 17.-In view of the threatening attitude of that section of the radical party which advocates reduction in armaments, there has been much speculation as to whether the government will persist in the de termination reached on the advice of the lords of the admiralty to submit increased naval estimates to parlia- ment Those in position to know say they will, and backed by strong public opinoion, will be able to carry them through without difficulty. What these estimates provide for in the way of new construction is another ques- tion that has been much discussed. A naval officer, who while not admitting to have any inside information, is, nevertheless, well informed, gives the following as the probable programme:
 Three armored vessels on the im- proved Dreadnaught type; ships that will embody many changes devised after the thorough trial through which the first of this class has passed.
 Two cruisers, Improvements on the old Edgar class; heavily armed, well protected ship.
 Six smaller cruisers of the Boadi- cea class, $500 tons; with great ra- dius of action, enabling them to re- main at sea for long periods whether engaged as parent ships for torpedo craft, or as scouts or dispatch boats.
 At least twelve torpedo craft, the majority of them of the Tribe class, two of which, the Tartar and Ghurka, recently ran their trials with such success. There will also be provision for additional submarines, but of these the admirality maintain the greatest secrecy
 This is not looked upon s com plete answer to Germany's pro- gramme. That, naval men say, will come next year, even the critics of the policy of the admiralty admitting that the start England has secured will eanble her to maintain the two power standard without rushing work during the coming fiscal year. Besides the delay of twelve months will allow her to learn something of what other powers are doing and then "go them one better" either by outbuilding them or designing ship that will be a great improvement over those new being constructed. Germany's refusal to agree at The Hague to the proposal to prohibit the placing of floating mines, has caused British activity in still another direction. Heretofore this country has had but two mine laying vessels Since The Hague con- ference. adjourned work has been con- menced on the conversion of three second class cruisers for this purpose.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
TIGHT IN CHICAGO
Not Even inc Watering TroUghs Are Open For Horses to
 Drink From.

Chicago, Feb 17.--While trying to force the bibulous element of the pub lie to forego beer and drink its water straight on Sunday the Law and Order league has brought about strange condition of affairs It has closed the water fountains to the equine and canine public and if the latter would drink it is forced to drink beer with its master or go dry.
 Yesterday the teamsters' joint coun- cil, representing thousands of team sters of the city, sent communica- tion to the Chicago Federation of La Dor asking its cooperation in re- quest to the humane society to have watering troughs placed it conven- tent points in the city whereby the horses may slake their thirst.
 Tt is a serious condition which con Heretofore plenty of watering troughs have been scattered about the city. But each trough has been locoted in front of saloon, and the saloon keeper paid for the water.
 Now the water has been turned off from most of the troughs and the reasons given by the saloonkeepers is that the Law and Order league is prosecuting the saloon men without just cause and they now refsue to con- tribute to the comfort of the public any more than they can help.'
 The matter will be brought to the notice of the Humane society this week and some plan devised for fur nishing water to the dumb beasts.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
FIRE AND DYNAMITE
Blaze Got Too Near Explosive and Nearly Every House
 Has Broken Windows.

Manchester, N. Y., Feb. 1.-Two thirds of the houses in this village have broken windows to-day owing to the accidental explosion of about 25 pounds of dynamite in the center of the town. American Telephone & Telegraph company employees have been at work building line through the town and used dynamite to blast rock where poles were to be set. A fire was built near twenty-five pounds of dynamite to thaw it out. Sudden ly there was terrific explosion.
 Houses and stores for two miles away felt the jar. Buildings near at hand were demolished and glass was broken in large quantities every where. While no one was hurt the property damage is extensive.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
THE WOOSTER ESTATE.
Commissioners Peasley and Cassidy
 Hearing Interested Parties.

There was hearing on the estate of the late Emma Wooster in the district court room this afternoon before Attorneys Cassidy and Peas ley, commissioners. According to a statement made by Judge Cowell, counsel for Colonel w. H. H. Woos- ter and his brother, L. T. Wooster, both officials of the Seymour Manu- featuring Go, deceased was married, but got divorce and resumed her family name. She had some money saved but she went to work for the American Webb Co and for the Wa terbury Cloak Go. This was in the sos. She worked for the last named concern until sickness obliged her to give up and then she drew on what she had provided for the rainy day. She had share or two worth $1 1000 in the Seymour Manufacturing Co This property is now worth $3,500 and comprises her entire estate.
 Her brothers from time to time they found that she would be per manently laid up they set aside a regular sum for her and with this and her dividends on her stock she got along.
 Judge Cowell stated that unless the commissioners would look upon the brothers as their sisters agent 1t would be no good to waste any further time on the matter as their claims are now more than six years old. Attorney N R. Bronson repre- sented the heirs.
 Miss Wooster lived with a Mrs Palmer on North Main street. She died a few years ago. Colonel W. H. H. Wooster's claim is S1,194.67 and L. T. Wooster's $1,019.40.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
New Rubber Tree.

The continually increasing use of india rubber in it's various forms gives importance to every discovery of new rubber bearing trees. Such a discovery has recently been made in Tonkin and Is the first of the kind made in Indo-C China, says Youths Companion. The tree is described as q new species of the genus bleekrodea. It is found in abundance. and the rubber produced from 1t is said to be of the highest quality.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
Taft in New Haven.

New Haven, Feb 1T.-Secretary Taft arrived in New Haven to-day to attend a meeting of the Yale corpora- ton and to be the chief guest of the Lincoln day banquet of the Young Mems Republican club. He was ac- companied from Hartford by Lieu tenant Governor Lake, his brother. Horace D. Taft of Watertown, com missioner Herbert Knox Smith and Charles Hopkins Clark. Congressman George l.. Lilley of Waterbury was also one of the guests. They were given luncheno by Colonel Ullmann at the New aHven house.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
New Steamer Due To-day.

New York. Feb 1.-The new steamer Duca Degli Abruzzi of the Navigazione Generale Italian line, which is to ply between Naples and Genoa and this port, is due to arrive here on her maiden trip to-day. The ship is one of six new steamers which will soon be on the run. She is of 10000 tons. has twin screws and speed of eighteen knots. Ac- commodations are furnished for eighty first-class passengers and r. 500 steerage passengers.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
Erin's Shamrock Growing In Seattle.

Among the many natural resources of the state of Washington new things are coming to light every day. No less wonderful than amusing is the fact that the botanical growth of the state is enriched with one more spe- cially valuable acquisition. for. 10 and behold, the shamrock. the real thing, has been discovered growing in It's na. tive condition within the limits of the city of Seattle It was discovered growing there by a son of the soil who .hails from near the beautiful lakes of Killarney.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
Circus Man Dead.

New York. Feb 1I.-William Sells. son of one of the three brothers who organized the famous Sells Brothers circus combination, died suddenly in his apartments in West 35th street early today He had been i'll for sev- eral weeks. but his condition had been improving steadily of late, and 1t was believed he was on the road to re- covery. Early this morning he had a sudden change for the worse and died before a physician reached the house Gastritis was given as the cause Of death. He was 42 years old.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
Traffic Tied In.

Franklin, N H., Feb 17.-An ice jam in the Pemigewassett river near here tied up traffic on the Bristol branch of the Boston and Maine rail- road to-day. For a distance of three quarters of mile the tracks were covered five feet deep in ice. A large gang of men was put to work clearing the jam and it was expected that the work would require from twenty-four to forty-eight hours.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
nanaher Sells His Team.

New Haven, Feb 1.-The New Haven base ball team has at last been sold. Attorney c. ]. Danaher says that this is bona fide sale and not like the hundreds of others that have been reported. The new own CTS are Dr Albert J. Daly, better known as Bert Daly. and at one time part owner in the Hartford team, and s. ]. Weichenhamer of Bayonne, x. J. The purchase price is not mentioned.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
Faithful Teacher Dead.

Chicago. Feb 1T.-Miss Emily c. Currier. for forty-three years a teacher in the public schools of Chi cago. died suddenly yesterday at her home in Oak park. For the past forty-one years she had been con- nected with the Tilden school and in that time she never missed a day from her duties. Miss Currier. who was s1 years old. was born in New Hampshire.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
WENT THROUGH ICE.
Four Boys Go Down and Two of Them Were Drowned.

Middletown, Feb 17.-John Gasser and August Balser, each about IS years of age, were drowned in the rubber shop pond this afternoon, and George and Henry Davis narrowly escaped meeting death. They were sliding on the ice and striking a weak spot all went under. The Davis boys managed to save them selves after a hard struggle, but could do nothing for the others.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
ALMOST HUMAN MACHINE.
Remarkable Claims Made For a Stamp
 Vending contrivanee.


 F. H. Brinkerhod. an inventor of SedaIia. Mo. went to Washington re- gently to try to persuade the pOstofice department to consider favorably his stamp vending machine. He says thet his machine has decided human tend encies and lEclinatIons because 1t makes profit of a cent on every transaction.
 The machine. with twenty-five osh- CTS. has been inspected by special committee appointed by the postmas- ter general It does fifty different things. such as selling postage stamps In any sum desired. making the proper change. weighing and counting money. dIscaniing spurious. defective or for eIgn coins and about everything that could possibly arise In a transaction of this nature. If you want money chang ed and do not desire to purchase stamps. this machine win gladly ac- conmoda;e you. but it charEes a cent for the favor. This fee It consistently deducts from the amount placed in the Nfnt
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
@ Italian Car nt Runnln.

Buffalo. Feb 1.-The Italian car in the New York to Paris race ar rived here at 5.45 this morning
 After a short stop it departed for Erie. Pa. its occupants being under the impression that the two cars pre- ceding it had continued on their way westward After a conference 1t was decided that the French and American cars should proceed to-day.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
AFTER FIFTY-FOUR YEARS.
Philip Corbin Retires From Presi-
 dency of Shops Bearing His Name.

New Britain, Feb. 17.-At the an- nual meeting of the directors of the P. & F. Corbin company held this afternoon, Philip Corbin, who found- ed the company fifty-four years ago retired from the presidency. He also retired as president of the Corbin Cabinet Lock company. Charles H. Parsons was elected to the presi- dency of the former concern and Carlisle H. Baldwin president of the latter.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
Works Will Shut Down.

Paterson, N. J., Feb. 1.-The Rogers Locomotive works branch of the American Locomotive company will shut down, March 1, it was stat ed yesterday unless there is a revival in the industry before that time. The plant is working on the last order on the shop list-ten locomotives for the Southern Indiana railroad company. Eight of these have been completed and it is said that there is little new business Tn sight.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
MORSE IN COURT
He Pleads Not Guilty 10 Two In- djCimeDiS--Case Goes Over
 Until Monday.

New York, Feb 17.--Charles w. Morse was arraigned before Justice Bowling to-day on two charges of grand larceny and misrepresentation of the funds of the Mercantile Ma tional bank. Through his counsel he pleaded not guilty and asked for a postponement of two weeks, with permission to change his plea if di- sired. Justice Bowling adjourned the hearing until next Monday.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
Judoe Humphrey Fiohtina Taft.

Chicago. Feb. 1T.-The Taft men fin Illinois charge that Federal Judge ]. Otis Humphrey of Springfield, who gave the packers the immunity bath is fighting hard to defeat the Taft movement. The friends of Secretary Taft are trying to divide the state dele gation. Judge Humphrey and many federal ofIicehOlders are said to be working for Speaker Cannon.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
psy s7o.ooO.ooo For Tvb,revlo,i,.

Albany. \. Y-. Feb. 1T.-In his an- nuaI report. just submitted to Govern or Hughes. Eugene H. Porter. NJ. D.. state health commissioner. points out that tuberculosis. although pTeventa- ble disease. causes 15.OOO deaths and an expense of s10OO0.OOO in the state of New York every year. Typhoid fe- yer. says the report. Is responsible for 2.OOO deaths and a cost of sI.OOO.0O0 annually.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
Another Death.

Providence. Feb. 1.-The death list resulting from the explosion in the C. S. Tanner starch factory on South Water street last Wednesday afternoon was increased to seven to- day when John w. Smith, who was terribly burned about the face ana arms, died at the Rhode Island hospi- tal
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
Gave His s.ln 70 Saw. Sons Life.

Gave His SNIn 10 Save Sons Life.
 New York. Feb. IT, cured by sew eral square inches ssLin which his father. Dr. Robert H. NJ. Dawbarn. cut from his own thigh and himself graft ed on a wound in his sons side, War ing l.. Dawbarn. one of the fastest swimmers at Princeton university, is now at his home. 105 West Seventy fourth street. almost strong enough to return to college. It was said that he probably would leave for Princeton in the next few days.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
HeIn All Let Gn.

Hartford, Feb 17.-The Electric Vehicle Co, which is now in the hands of a receiver, to-day let the remainder of its working force go, including the superintendent and chief engineer. The factory may close down entirely until it's finan- cial affairs are strengthened out.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
vii. wOuIsnf Eat Eel.

New Haven. Conn Feb 17.-Iohn F1ippin of wnIImaatic tried to make his wife eat els. Result; City Judge William Arnold rut FIippin on p-Oba- ton for three months and ordered him not 10 force his wife to eat eeIs-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
Fire in Boston CIub.

Boston, Feb 17.-The Exchange club. situated on the corner of Bat tery march and Milk streets, was damaged by fire to the extent of $15,000 early to-day. One fireman, Engineer Robert Cummings. was in- jured by being thrown from his en- zine.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17

A long ridge of high pressure ex- tends the entire length of the Miss issippi river. It is producing pleas ant weather with moderate temper atures la all sections east of the Rocky mountains
 The temperature ss slightly below zero Ia the extreme northwest
 A disturbance is developing ia Col ora5o.
 Conditions favor for this vicinity fair weather with lower tsupsraturs and brisk westerly winds.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
Bryan Has Oklahoma.

Guthrie. Okla. Feb. 1T.-In the Dem ocratIe primaries held to elect delegates to the state convention W. ]. Bryan was indorsed for president by every one of the seventy-fve counties. The delegates were instructed to select an instructed Bryan delegation to the Den yer convention.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
KILLED AT BRISTOL.
Shafting Fell on Workman's Head,
 Crushing Him to Death.

Bristol, Feb 17.-Patrick Welch, employed at J. H. Sessions & Co.'S foundry, was instantly killed while at work this morning. A part of the shafting gave way and falling on his head, crushed him to the floor. He was 45 years of age and leaves a widow and three small children.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
Roosevelt. La Result of Bear Hunt

Roosevelt. La. Feb. r.. In open. ing this new postOffice Leo Shields. the postmaster. announced that the place had been created by President ROose- welt as a testimonial Of his bear hunt In this section last October. when Shields entertained Mir. Roosevelt at his hona
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
smfrh and nunhur Win.

CInefnnatf- Feb 17.-AItheush they appeared ss substitutes in the national bowling championship. Smith ard Dunbar Of Newark. Y. J.. have uon the international two man chznrsoaship.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
The standard Dividend.

New York. Feb 1.-The directors of the Standard oil Co to-day de- elared a quarterly dividend of SIS per share. The same amount was paid in the corresponding quarter last year.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
sorIaIi.ts Arr ArfIrr.

SoIingsn. Rhenish Prussia. Feb IT The socialists Of this cfty orEsni1- ed in masses around the City hall yesterday and chesred for univrssl suErage The police made a charge 5n the crordz scattered them and srrsztsd many of the dIstarbsrA
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
|. s.n n.r Yah.,, rrunL..

New York. Feb H. Trunks and hzndbaEs belonging to Putnam Brad Iee Strong aud May Hote are sdvsrtfs- ed to be sold by auetiau hy Floyd Grant q Co io satisfy sa unpaid bosrd hfI al the Hosel Eariiletsa
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
We'll Known Painter Dead.

San AntOnia. Texas. Feb Hillary Arthur McArdle. who painted Dawn at the Almo. and .''The Battle cf San Jacinto- and other historical pictures. died here last night
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
suisid. of Father Lik. That Of Son.

Pittsburg. Feb. 1T.-Henry ID. Sel- lers. one of the leading business men of the city. shot himself dead in the bathroom of his home in wightman street On May 26 last his son Henry committed suicide iu the same bath room in the same manner.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
WEATHER FORECAST.

Forecast for Connecticut: Fair and colder tonight: Tuesday fair colder in east portion. light westerly winds
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-02-17
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The Detroit times., 1908-09-19
Man Who Nosed Out FAKE
Burial of Baker Is IN
Michigan On Bank Case

MUSHROOM, Mich, Sept. 10
Especial. james Donovan. a Chicago
capitalist who was concerned In the
Senator Piatt-Mae- Weed-ease,- and
who previously figured in the Baker
burial at Big Rapids, Is In Michigan,
looking after Big Rapids people who
lost money In the wreck Of the North
ern National bank In that city,
Baker was cashier OF the bank and
ABE" Hummel. the New York con-
yict.lawyer, sent body purporting to
be Bakers. TO Big Rapids for burial,
SO Baker could get away. II was al
legged, when the bank of which he
was cashier went to pieces. Donovan
refused to believe him dead and, after
two years of persistent objections. the
grave was opened and the dummy was
found. Baker 10 now engaged In
Wall-st. operations.
The Detroit times., 1908-09-19

CINCINNATI, Sept. 19.-Public rec
ords OF Ohio dispute Senator Fora
ker's declaration that his employment
by the Standard Oil Co. was OF COM
mon knowledge Not since 1896,
when Foraker made his successful
fight In behalf OF the Cincinnati Trac-
ton Co. for the 50-year franchise,
Goes his name appear among those
before the Ohio legislative commit
tees.
How successful Foraker was on
every project concerned in the Arch
bold letters Is shown by the record.
Judge Burkett. OF Lima and Findlay,
who was one of the supreme court
justices who gave the decision stop
ping Monnett's custer suits against
Standard OIL. was renominated as
Archbold sought.
Smith w. Bennett. brother-in-law of
Monnett, active in Standard Oil pros
ecutions. was so badly defeated when
he stood as candidate for the at.
torney-generalship In 1903 that his
name was not offered to the conven-
ton. Archbold wrote to Foraker
against Benefits candidacy
With every labor organization in
Ohio backing him, Bennett was de-
feated for nomination this year by a
Continued on Page NineJ
The Detroit times., 1908-09-19
DUST CARSTEN s
JOINT DEBATE
ARRANGED
PAIR WILL DISCUSS STREET RAIL
WAY ISSUE LIN LIGHT GUARD
ARMORY ToNiGHT-EAcH Al.
LOTED THIRTY MINUTES.

Arrangements have been completed
for joint debate on the street rail-
way issue this evening between DR.. j.
Henry Csrstens, who issued the def.
and William T. Dust. Carstens had
also invited Philip Breitmeyer, the
third candidate fer-the Republican
nomination for mayor. to participate
In the debate but Breitmeyer declined.
The meeting will take place in the
Light Guard armory, beginning at
$3.50. Each candidate will speak for
80 minutes. the addresses to be In
two parts, an opening and closing.
and the speakers may divide their
time as they see fit. Dr. Carstens will
open the meeting. which means, OF
course, that Mr.. Dust will have the
last speech.
Arrangements for the meeting were
made by Gen. H. M. Duffield and
Charles c. Simons. representing Mr..
Dust. and Drs. #. F. Spillane and Z. +.
Schwartz, representing DR.. Carstens,
Charles c. Simons will preside.