davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
D0UMA. TO AID
THE STARVING
Many Millions Are Needed
to Give Life to Peas
ants in Distress.
sneciaI 10 The Journal.

St Petersburg, Jan. 23.-An addi-
tional appropriation for the thousands
of famine-stricken peasants of Russia
who are now ON the verge of starva-
ton is the most pressing matter be
fore the members of the douma, who
reassem bled today after the long hol-
iday vacation. This is IN addition to
the appropriation of S7,500,000 which
was voted by the dounfa before its re-
cess, and which, with a few local bills,
represented the entire legislative prod
uct of the first six weeks of the third
douma. This vast sum, double the
amount originally proposed in the bud
get, was exhausted in ony partially
relieving the suffering in twelve prov
inces 4 large part of the money was
distributed through the zematoys and
other local organizations. as the CEN
tralization of relief work had previ-
ously resulted in grave abuse. Reports
from various provinces state that con-
iitions. are worst than ever and that
an additional appropriation is urgent
ly needed.
The 169 members of the first DONNA,
who were convicted of reasonable
conduct in signing the Viborg mani
festo, have appealed to the senate and
will be given a final hearing in the
near future. Three months impriSon-
ment for each of the convicted men
was the sentence imposed, but this
apparently light punishment is made
severe by the fact that they are pre-
vented from taking any part in politf-
cal affairs In the future. 1t is unlike
" that the senate will interfere with
the execution of the sentence.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
) ALIN|ESTS
On EACH SIDE
Limit Put on Insanity Testi-
mony in Thaw Case by
The Court.
BY Associated Press.

New York. Jan 23.-Dr Chas. G..
Wagner, of Binghampton, New York.
and DR.. Britten ID. Evans, of Norris
Plains, New Jersey. both superinten-
dents of state institutions for the in
sane. were on the stand in the Thaw
case today. In detailing their CONVEX
sations with Thaw in the Tombs, they
brought out more clearly two points
which were glessed over in last year 8
trial. The first was to the effect that
Thaw told them that in 1900 or 1901
he had been guest OF Stanford
White at dinner party In the Madi-
SON Square Garden tower. He left
early. and had been accused of break
ing ND the party. Thaw also told the
physicians of the first time he saw
Evelyn Nesbit. 1t was in front OF the
theatre in 1901 He described her as
"a pure-looking girl" When he asked
who she was, he was told her name
was Nesblt, and that she belonged
to Stanford White. He managed al
forwards to meet her at an after-tne-
theatre supper in company with sew
eral other chorus people.
Justice Bowling decided TO limit
each side to three expert witnesses.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
PROSPECTIVE
BRIDE DENIES
ANY BREAK UP
Miss Ashford Denies Rumor
That She Won't Marry
Hon. H. G. Davis.
by AssoeIated Press.

Washington. Jan. 23.-As a result
of the bitterness engendered by
thougnLs of his coming marriage with
Miss Maud Ashford, Senator Henry
Gassoway Davis of West Virginia,
who ran for Vice President on the
Democratic ticket in 1904, has quar-
relied with his daughter, Mrs. Arthur
Lee, packed his baggage and moved
to the Shoreham hotel, where he has
been staying for a fortnight.
1t is understood that despite all
family opposition on the part of Mrs.
Lee and her elder sister, Mrs Elkins.
the wife of Senator Stephen d. Eli<ins
the marriage will take place, although
the date has not been decided upon
Tonight rumor was current that the
aged senator had announced he would
not marry the young woman. The
rumor was throttled few hours later
by Miss Ashford herself
There is no truth in the rumor
that my engagement to Senator Davis
has been broken" said the young wo-
man. There were early denials sent
out, because Senator Davis and 1 be-
lieved that the public was unduly con-
cerned over matter which We deem
ed of strictly personal nature.
1t is, l regret to say, very true
that there is opposition on the part
of the daughters of the senator Mrs.
Lee, who has been a friend of mine
for several years. is unalterably OPP
posed to her fathers wedding, even
though she is sufficiently good friend
of mine to call on me this afternoon
with her motor car and invite me to
ride with her. Mrs. Elkins has never
been friend of mine.
THE papers which spoke of our
friendship were in error. She does not
wish her father to marry and from
the outset has opposed his desires"
Asked whether there was truth in
the statement that Senator Davis had
smothered family opposition by agree
ing to make a settlement of 81 1000
upon his prospective bride in lieu of
dover. Miss Ashford said that she had
never had any discussion of financial
settlements with Senator Davis or
with anybody else.
1.-The continued opposition of Mrs
Elkins and Mrs. Lee had caused the
senator TO leave the home of Mrs
Lee. where he formerly made his
home" continued the young woman.
To requests for information As to
the date of the wedding. Miss Ashford
said that the date was not set.
1T has not even been discussed of
late" she continued. The engage
ment is not broken on. however. In
fact. il has recently been reaffirmed
and matters stand today as they have
stood for a month past.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
MUCH COLDER
| WEATHER NOW
a Marked Change in Tenn
perature Yesterday and
Last Night.

Aucn colder weather is expected in
~ saSacoia today, and it is possible that
~mDerature will be as low as
ms me recent cold spell, when it
~VRped down to 81 degrees.
a marked change was noticeable
-. .SSEFaay afternoon and last night
= - 'ais morning will present a mark
a. "ntrast to the weather of yester-
Sow, morning The change of condi-
,ss .s came with the high winds of
s" o from the north, which at
w., ~ attained a high velocity. 1t is
nm T'CIed that the present cold wave
H. remain for two or three days, as
MA weather predictions are fair and
0N FOR today.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
WAS PLANNED
To OVERTHROW
THE MONARCHY
Lisbon Police Discover Plot
to Murder Premier Franco
as First Step, to Be Fol
lowed by Uprisings and the
Use of Bombs and Guns.
Rx Associated press.

Lisbon, Jan. %, by courier TO Ba-
dajos, Spain-An abortive attempt to
overthrow the monarchy and proclaim
Portugal republic was nipped in the
bud last night by prompt action by
the government.
The plot was organized by a small
group of advanced republicans. As
nearly as can be ascertained, the plan
was to assassinate Premier Franco
and then depend for success upon
street risings. supported by secret re-
pubHcans and labor organizations,
armed with bombs and revolvers.
The police discovered a clue early
in the evening, and surrounded and
raided the house where the ring
leaders in the plot were comforting.
Most of these escaped, but the main
leader and several others were ar
rested.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
4 LONE STAR
RATE WAR On
Katy Voluntarily Seeks
Permission to Sell Two
Cent Mileage.
ex Associated Press.

Austin, Tex, Jan. 2.--The Missouri,
Kansas and Texas Railway of Texas
today applied to the state railroad
commission for authority to sell LOCO
mile passenger transportation books
at cents per mile. gcou over the en-
tire system as We'll as over company's
lines in this state. The application
was granted. effective Feb. s. This ac-
ton caused considerable surprise, and
i; is believed other roads In cOmpeti-
tive territory will he forced to adopt
the 2-cent basis. An effort was re-
Gently made by the state commission
TO have a 2 l-2-cent rate adopted. but
this was not successful.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24

democratic egg. he said, .tae demo
Gratis are enutled 70 some OF the
credit
Mr.. Bryan said that the doctrine OF
state rights is as dear 10 northern az
we'll as to southern states. he praIseu
GOV Conner. Gov. Glenn and Coy.
Smith for the fights they have maoe
for the rights of states to resulats
corporations doing business IN tneir
states. and added thar It Is absurd io ~.
federal Judge to set himself up as
greater than a state.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
s.ore Roasts Cortelyou, and
Teller Puts in a Good
Word for Riches.
u;csourian Denounces Lack
of Equity in Placing
Federal Funds.
co,oradoan Praises the Men
Who Went to Rescue
During Panic.
uo,IsE LEADERS ON BOTH SIDES
Try TO MAKE OPPONENTS
COMMIT THEMSELVES ON TAR
IFE PRosPEcTs-TAWNEY SAYS
a s1oo,oooOOo DEFICIT sTAREs
NATION IN THE FACE.
Ev Associated Press.

Washington. Jan. Ex-senator
Stone. of Missouri, today presented in
The senate statistics Of government de-
nosits in the national banks, to show
that the distribution of money during
the recent financial stringency was
not equitable" as contemplated by
the law governing the treasury depart
ment. He declared that the west and
south we're Disseminated against,
while New York and Boston were IA
yOred. His speech was on his reSolu-
ton, at The opening of the senate, di-
-ecting a committee TO investigate and
report facts in these transactions.
Senator Teller followed wit ha brief
comment upon the action of the sec
rotary Of the treasury, declaring the
placing Of money in New York City
during the panic was fully justified.
He paid high tribute TO the rich men,
who, he said, had promptly offered
practically their entire capital in or
der 10 stem a tide of disaster that
threatened the entire country.
The senate devoted the latter part
Of the session TO consideration of a
oil 10 reTiSe the criminal code.
The urgent deficiency appropriation
Dill occupied the attention of the
house today A surprise was sprung
'Then Chairman Tawney, of the appro-
sprlaton committee. warned members
mat the country was confronted with
Il certainty cf hundred million dol
ais deficit unless estimates for the
hoxt fiscal year should be cut down
materially.
The discussion of tariff revision was
injected into the proceedings, and
leaders Of both sides tried to commit
Ole another TO definite announcement
as 10 whether, If successful at the No
,emoer elections. there would be tariff
legislation.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
Says He Intends to Continue
in the Fight For the
Office Here.
BELIEVES THAT IF HE is NOT
CONFIRMED. A NONRESIDENT,
OR POTTER, CALLAHAN OR
MoYER WILL BE NOMINATED
BY THE PRESIDENT FOR THE
POSITION.

The criticism of President Roose-
executive session. on account of him
having retained Capt w. III. Northup
in Office as postmaster at Pensacola
after the nomination had been reject.
ed by the senate, caused considerable
discussion in Pensacola yesterday, as
many had apparently forgotten the in
cident of the objection made by the
late Senator Mallory when the name
of Captain Northup was presented at
the last session of congress.
Captain Northup Talks.
Captain Northup was in his usual
good humor when seen yesterday af-
ternoon by journal representative,
and he was asked as TO the situation.
We'll, l don't know exactly what is
doing in Washington. for ] have had
no advices today, but / guess the
president is able to look out for him
self, and ii is not necessary for him
to make another appointment unless
he sees fit TO do so.
As for myself, intend to continue
fighting. OF course, | would like to
have my appointment confirmed. and
was expecting that my name would
be sent in before this, but ! suppose it
was an oversight. If / do not get the
office. however, l will be perfectly con-
tented.
Il don't know who started the agi-
tatIon in Washington at this time. but
presume that 1t had its origin in Pen
sacola, and was taken I'D in Wash
ington by some Of those opposed TO
the president.
As to who would succeed me,
should l not be again given the office,
/ am not in a position to say" re-
piled the captain to a question, but
| will state that Potter. Mcdonald
Meyer or Callahan are the logical can
didates. and should they not receive
the office it is more than likely that
someone outside of Pensacola would
be named. There are others after the
fconf;nu>d on Pane Eiohf.l
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
Why He Was Not Fired.

Yesterdays New Orleans World
says:
Mayor Martin Behrman called on
the editor OF the World last night pnr-
suant to an appointment. and in an
swer to questions which the latter
thought the people would like 10 know.
gave the following answers:
Both questions and answers are YER
batim and shed light upon matters
which thousands upon thousands OF
people. who read the Worlds extra
last night, wanted to know-principaI
among which was, Whitaker's resig-
nation?"
why did you accept Whitaker's
resignation, Mr. Mayor, instead Of fir
ing him?'
What We and what the American
people usually look for are results.
Now, suppose this case of Whit
aker had gone to trial, and we had
dismissed him after trial, and he had
raised some=techniC ality, and appealed
the matter to a court. This matter
might have dragged Indefinitely as in
the case of Aucoin and Journee ana
Gleason. Now, he's disposed of"
why did you act so suddenly on
the reappointment of his successor,
and why did you make the selection
without taking the public into your
confidence in this selection. and this
huess zion without any reflection on
Capt O'Connor, who was one of sew
eral applicants" the mayor was
aSka6
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
BRYAN AND HARMON IS THE
SUGGESTION At. BIRMINGHAM

hudson Harmon was introduced as
the next vice-president.,' causing .
great demonstration. The speaker
modestly said that friends should
have prepared him for the shock oc.
easioned by such q suggestion. Il
am entirely unworthy" he said.
Mr.. ryan, Mr.. Harmon. Gov. Co
mer. and Lieut.. Gov. Gray spoke ar
the banquet tonight given by the
board of trade. II was attended by
prominent democrats from all parts
of Alabama, and included every state
Official.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
ASSESTS ARE
ABOUT Z TO |
Big Furniture Concern at At
lanta Is Put Into Bank
ruptcy Court.
sx Aasociated Pres.

Atlanta. ian. 2S--Judse Newman 10
federal court today appointed job
K, .O1raey and b o. Phillips receivers
for the Ware-Hatcner Furniture Com
pany. The receivers were named on
a petition IN involuntary bankruptcy
made BY four creditors having claims
agggregating $4,000 dollars. The COM
pany is capitalized at 100000 and
owed according 10 President Ware,
$3.50, 900. including outstanding bonds.
He places the assets of the company
All $500 geo. The company operates
six factories and employs five hundred
men.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
DIV Associated Press.

ngham, Jan. 2S.-In a speech
&c public at the Bijou theatre this
h.. lug. William Jennings Bryan pre-
|Sa c democratic victory this year.
|knocrossIl MS prediction on ! united
bar. - and a divided republican
/ ra,ed me - ne Speaker at some length
'Sar,r ma, ne, the principles 81 the demo
Ifa5i, p-3dorms of the past had beer
h. 10. Gu by their adoo''an by even
II tae republican Marty matches a
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
|"HN D. ROCKEFELLER
AT AUGUSTA, GA.

Anu, special to The journal
Ca, Jan 23.-John d.
spS, aeLeIIer and family arrived here
sis.uay 10 remain throughout the
h a. season. Mr.. Rockefeller expects
''o'e much OF his time to golf.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
REVOLUTION IS
NOW ON IN HAITI

Port Au Prince, Haiti, Jan. o.
President Alexis ordered an immedi-
ate attack ON Gonayies this morning
and battle is momentarily expected.
Alexis informs the foreign diplomats
that he has the revolution well II
hand.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
TO VOTE
ON A STATE
DRY LAW
Bills to That Effect Intro.
duced in Both Senate
and House in NC.
By Associated Press

Raleigh, NJ. c., Jan. 23.-BilIs were
introduced in both the senate and
mouse today for an election on state
prohibition, to be held next August,
the measure, If carried by vote Of
I, 1909.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
THE WAPMEST DAY IN A LONG TINE IN
BOTH BRANCHES OF NATIONAL CONGRESS
NEW ORLEANS HAS NEW
HEAD OF POLICE FORCE
No SPONSORS IN
THE U. c. v. PARADE
BY Associated Press.

Birmingham, Jan. 23.-Adju-
tant General James E. Mickle,
OF the United Confederate Vet
Grams, has notified the arrange
ments committee for the re-
union here next June that
there will be two parades this
year. In one will be no one
out actual veterans, and in the
other will be the sponsors,
maids, national guards and all
others. This innovation, it is
believed, will be less trying on
veterans.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
To Confer With Railroads.
Social to The Journal,

Nashville. Tenn. Jan. 23-In order
to prevent a session of the leglsla-
ture. Governor Patterson has invited
presidents of all railroads in Tennes-
see TO hold rate conference with him
next Monday.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
Well Endorsed.

He answered: of course, when this
trouble occurred and Mr.. Whitaker
was suspended, the names of q greaI
many people were suggested and talk
ed about as the probable successor OF
Mr.. Whitaker. One that appealed to
me most strongly was that of Mr..
OConnor. on account of the strong
recommendations that he had from the
business world. and the reason that
the board acted so hurriedty, as it is
supposed. was that We wanted to as
sure the people Of this city that We
intended TO give til people the very
best man and one tina We believe will
satisfy the public. and for that reason
the selection was made today
Il honestly believe that was the
best way to do. because the people
are suspicious that some one was be
thought We were trying TO run on I'M
til after the election and select some
one after
Now. Mr. Mayor what becomes OF
those other five fellows2"
The mayor replied: Capt O'Connor
Will try them; I don't know when he
Will fix the date"
Don't you think it is up 10 you,
as executive head of this city, to urge
upon your new chief. who represents
You as we'll as the people. that these
men, now under suspension, should be
tried by him with the greatest expe-
ditien and the case determined %"
The mayor: Yes.
Board Meeting.
When the police board met Whit
aker's resignation was accepted with
out discussion.
After a recess of I'VE minutes, the
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
War Supplies.

Powder works belonging TO the gov
eminent in Delaware will start opera
tons on Monday. next and will run at
their full capacity for a considerable
period. The so-calIed powder trust has
receive larger order than was given
during the Spanish-American war.
The Japanese naval department pre-
sumably does precisely the same thing
that the navy department in Wash
ington does every day, that is, it gives
out officially word when ships arrive
or leave any given port; but it is
learned that great military prepare
tions are under way in various parts
of the island kingdom.
Little is known here about the for
tifications of forts in Formosa. The only
knowledge possible to get is that Jap
an has been constructing two forts,
Notifications that are without parallel.
SO Ear as the importance OF the island
is concerned. Representative of the
United States who have tried to get
permission to visit F'ormosa have been
delayed on various pretexts-
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
PENSACOLA HAS THE ONLY
PLANT OF KIND IN SOUTH
Revival Under New Auspices
of the Manufacture Of
Whiting.
No Other Plant of ] Kind
In the South, and Few
In This Nat q.

NEW CAPITAL FROM ELSEWHERE.
WITH SOME OF SHE HOME
MONEY, is INVEsTED-BIGc CAR
GO OF BRITISH CHALK OF
FINEST GRADE BEING WORKED
GEOGRAPHICAL ADVANTAGES
MAKE PENSACOLA A STRONG
COMPETITIVE POINT.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
LOOKS LIKE
WAR METHODS
An Unusual Activity Now
Marks Current of Affairs
Dl E.rniy and Navy.
UNDER ORDERS FROM PREsI-
DENT, TAFT ADVANCES DATE
OF THE GRADUATION ExER-
clsEs OF FIRST CLASS MEN AT
WEST COMMISSIONING UP ON
WAR SUPPLIES.
BY Associated Press.

washington. Jan. 23.-Under In
structions from President Roosevelt,
Secretary of War TAFT has issued or
ders for the meeting of board of
Officers Immediately in West Point to
examine the first class in the United
States Military Academy, so that all
of those who are qualified may imme-
diately become officers in the army,
without waiting for the regular period
of graduation.
This order. which has been known
in advance in army circles for the last
month, follows out the general plan
of the movement TO make war prepa-
rations in time of peace. There has
never been period since the civil war
when there was such activity in the
army and in the navy
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
Veteran Who Had Been at
The Head of the Boylan
Private System.
Whitaker Resigns Under the
Force of Disgrace-H
Successor Named.
THE NEW INSPECTOR TAKES
CHARGE AT ONCE. AND WILL
PROMPTLY TRY THE FIVE DE-
TEcTIvEs WHO COVERED THE
"WoRLD" STAFF WHILE WHIT
AkER ASSAULTED AND SHOT
TWICE AT THE EDITOR.
speciai to The journal.

New Orleans, Jan. 23.-At a late
hour yesterday afternoon, the sus-
pended inspector of police at New Or
leans, E. s. Whitaker, who is under
charge of assault with intent to muir
der on J. NJ. Leveque, rendered his
resignation. which was accepted. and
w. j. O'Connor, former superinten-
dent of the Boylan Agency. was ap-
pointed and took charge that night
The Resignation.
Gentlemen hereby tender my
resignation as inspector of the police
department
Il am prompted to do this by reason
of the fact that strong public senti-
ment has demanded Immediate trial
of the charges against me before your
honorable body. The effect of such
summary action might have its reflex
in the trial of similar Aarges against
me before the courts. Lam quite sure
that when public excitement win have
been aliayed and the people of New
Orleans will have had time to review
the charges with tie aese of reason. 4
will not have the slightest difficulty
in exculpating myself before jury
of NV nearS
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-24
Board Meeting.

When the police board met Whit
aker's resignation was accepted with
out discussion
After recess of five minutes, the
Ottumwa tri-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1903-1916, 1908-10-06
MYSTIC.

Mystic.-Fred Regur and Miss Clara
Davis. both of this city. were married
at Corydon September II, by Rev.
Lilly. of the Baptist church. They will
reside at Harris. Mo. 4
Miss Mary Cook was n guest Sunday
at the home of her sister, Mrs. Will
Campbell. of Ottumwa.
MesdaInes f. Orr. II. Orr. T.. Studa-
baker, E. De Wore and A. Pleasner
were among the number who attended
the Rebekah convention which met at
Moulton September "a.
The dedicatory services of the Chris
tian church was held yesterday. Evan
gelst Joel Brown, who has been con-
Quoting a series of meetings for the
past three weeks, will have charge OF
the service, while Prof. O. j. Marks
will direct the music.
Prof. G. K. Warne, assisted by Mrs
E Hughes. and Misses Swanson
Downing and Llewelyn, former teach
ers In the schools. on last Thursday
evening entertained the new members
of the corps at an informal spread in
the manual training room of Contra
ward building.
Miss Iva Downing spent Sunday
with relatives in Eldon.
Mrs. John Showers passed away
at her home here Monday after a
lingering illness of several months
Aside from other relatives and friends
who are left to mourn their loss she
leaves family of four young boys, a
three months old son having passed
away only few days ago.
Misses Mary Clark and Jessie Crit
fifth leave this week for Mt. Pleasant
where they will enter Iowa Wesleyan
studies.
Mr.. and Mrs H F. Rowland of Day.