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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04
1.-The Vote in Colorado.

Denver, Col, Nov 4.-Although the leaders of the republican and demo- cratic parties are claiming that Colo rado has given their respective na- tional and state tickets a plurality there Is absolutely no definite thing upon which to base such claims Com plete returns from only l3 of the 146 precincts had been reported up to daylight this morning which gives Bryan a plurality of 631 over Taft. This apparent democratic lead is no surprise as the 13 precincts referred to are strong democratic wards. From all over the state returns are just as incomplete. LQual uncer- tainty exists as to returns on repre- sentatives in congress. It is an i'm possibility to forecast the complex. ion of the legislature which will elect successor to United States Senator Henry NJ. Teller. A faction in the republican party has made a bitter fight on Senator Guggen- heim's leadership in the state. This is one of the reasons for the compli- cated conditions of affairs political in Denver. The sensational feature of the election was the remarkable race made by Judge Ben B. Lindsey of the juvenile court for reelection Judge Lindsey was sidetracked by his party for renomination and ran in dependently. It is estimated that
 has boiled more votes than both his opponents on the democratic and re- publican tickets.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04
WILLIAM H. 1AF1.
CHINESE CREW QUIT.
But Watchman's Bullets Bring Back
 All But One. Who Escapes.

Philadelphia, Nov 4.-Twelve Chi. nese attempted to escape late Mon- day night from the British steamship Fitzclarion, lying at the foot of Sny- der avenue. After desperate fight with sailors and policemen eleven oi them were captured. The Fitzclar- ion, with crew partly composed of sixteen Chinamen and loaded witt general merchandise docked last week. For. several days there had been great deal of discontent among the Chinese, as they wanted to go ashore, but could not, owing to the alien exclusion law. ..
 Late Monday night, when there was but one man on watch, twelve of the Chinese came out on deck, grab bed the watch and tried to tie him Before they succeeded the man was able to blow his whistle. Immediate ly two watchmen on the wharf came to his aid.
 The fleeing Chinese paid no alter tion to their cries. Fearing they would make their escape, the watch men fired their revolvers and manded that they halt. They all did with the exception of Gwong Lung, the leader, who kept on running in spite of the fact that bullets were flying past his head. A watchman and sailor chased the man up Della ware avenue, firing a revolver at him, but after run of several blocks he jumped on a passing feright train and escaped.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04
Bryan Strong in Nebraska

Lincoln, Neb., Nov 4.-Beginning with a brilliant victory in his home precinct, William J. Bryan reversed a majority of2,O00 in this city, carry. ing his county by handsome plur- ality and will win the state by 10,- GOO. His vote was unprecedented Lancaster county being accounted the banner republican stronghold Of the state.
 Governor George L. Sheldon has probably been defeated re reelection by 5000 votes, Ashton c. Shellen. berger, the democratic candidate running slightly ahead of Bryan.
 The republican state ticket prob ably has been defeated. Republi- cans are claiming the legislature by slender majority. In the first dis trict Congressman E. M. Pollard, en- countered the Bryan wave and his election is nj doubt.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04
LONDON LIKES IT
rsil's EIscllsp ll Is Claimed VIII Wsrk Coed For Boih oi
 ihe CsuplrIes.

London. Nov 4.-The press of Lon don regards the election of William H, Taft as a matter for general and world wide congratulation, as 1t ''in- sures the continuance of policy" which has been greatly approved in England.
 The policy which Mir Taft has in- herited." says the Evening Standard. ''is in a large measure accountable for the leap to the front. made by America in recent years and her pres. ent position as power among the powers Is due to an unusual extent to MT Taft's labors in close alliance with President Roosevelt"
 The Westminster Gazette regards the success of MT Taft as a victory of the. man rather than of a policy. MT Taft. in his admirable record of administrative efficiency, has shown himself safe, shrewd and resource full. while Mir Bryan never recovered in the popular esteem from sowing his wild oats on the silver question"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04
What 1t Means

Washington, Nov 4.-This admin istration has meant steady effort and progress, which should never he allowed to deyiate into an unwise radicalism on the one hand, not into an unwise conversatism on the other. The nomination of MT Taft was a triumph over reactionary conserva- tism and his election was triumph over unwise and improper radical ism,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04
Vote in Baltimore.

Baltimore, Nov 4.-According to the latest figures Taft boiled 97,596 votes yesterday, while Bryan boiled 97,433, a plurality of 163 for Taft. In four of the counties the pluralities are estimated. In some other coun- ties few precincts are missing, so the state really is in doubt.
 Congressman Pearre of the sixth district is safe with a plurality of 5S0. The congressional delegation from this state still remains three re- publicans and three democrats, but with slight change in personnel. Covington, d, defeated Jackson, the present incumbent in the first dis trict, and Kronmiller, r, won over Wolf, the present democratic repre- sentative, in the third district.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04
ROBERTSON TALKS
IhIsLs ae Was Nei Used Jusi RIshl- Says Nsa Back ei
 Iudsesncy Won.

New Haven, Nov. 4.-ln a state- ment to-day Judge Robertson said regarding the gubernatorial election, that it was q fight of decency agains, indecency and indecency won He attributed his defeat to the use of money through the saloons and also 10 the fact that voting machines were tried for the first time in A number of places and the people did not know how to split the ticket. He added that the treatment he had received during the campaign from some people and particularly from one newspaper in this city, he con sidered disgrace and travestry oL decency. He said he was more than pleased that many of his friends supported him and particu- larly so in New Haven. The judge also said that he felt much gratiti- cation in the fact, that he did not directly or indirectly abuse MT Lilley or MT Lilley's friends, which, he said differed greatly from the treatment he had received at their hands. "I have yet to believe that lie or d false insinuation are ever justifiable' said the judge In conclusion.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04
Mack's Statement.

New York, Nov 4.-Chairman n Mack of the democratic national com- mittee said he had not much to say and no apologies to make. MT Bryan made the most magnificent fight ever waged by candidate. The party was made the victi moi .misrepresen- tation, misrepresentation that dem- ocratic success would retard business interests of the country. Notwith- standing yesterdays defeat the dem- ocratic party stands more united than 1t has in many years, and in this union lies it's future strength aud power of recuperation.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04
Taft Talks of Election.

Cincinnati, Nov 4-President-e elect Taft gave out the following state- ment to-day: q believe I was elect ed by the business men of the coun- try democrats as we'll as republicans, that l received my share of the labor vote and that the farmers generally stood by me. I am very much grati- fled. SI am especially gratified at the sweeping victory in New York, Mas sachusetts, New-Jersey and Connec- ticut. ......
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04
Hailed on Stock Exchange.

London, Nov 4,-The completeness of the republican victory in the United States yesterday was hailed on the stock exchange to-day with a great deal of satisfaction. Dealing started at 7:45 o'clock on the street with prices one to two points above the New York parity. The exchange itself opened at 9:45 and trading continued on higher level. Sup port came principally from America the English continental houses sell ing at the higher quotations. Ameri- can arbitrage brokers, however, free ly absorbed the offerings and only a small fraction of the rise disappearei
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04
Charters Wins.

Ansonia, Nov 4.--The election in Ansonia resulted in mixed victory, the democrats elec.ing their mayor and one representative and the re- publicans getting a majority of the board of aldermen and the rest of the city offices. Taft carried the city by 446, Lilley by 2S, Stephen Charters, the carpenter mayor, retained his grip on the office defeating Attorney F. l.. Munger. his republican oppon- ent, by 30 votes. Captain A. P. Kirk ham, the republican city clerk, was elected by a majority of 336 over John P. McNamara. democrat. The two parties split even on representa-. tives, the republicans electing Will liam A. Nelson and the democrats John W. Schumaker, who defeated Thomas Clark who was running on the republican ticket, by 15S. At torney Walter Holden, the other democratic candidate for representa- tive was last in the race, running 60 votes behind Clark.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04
WAREHOUSES COLLAPSE
Two Brick Buildings Tumble Into Ar kansas River-HotM in Danger.

Pine Bluff, Ark, Nov. 1.-Two large brick cotton warehouses tumbl- ed into the Arkansas river yester- day owing to the caving in of the banks, which has been going on for some time.
 The Hotel Jefferson and the Jeffer- son county courthouse are in danger of falling into the river within the next forty-eight hours. The river continues to eat its way into the heart of the business district, and thousands of dollars worth of pro- perty Is endangered. Hundreds of trees are being tied to the banks at the waters edge but without effect.
 Several small cottages have been carried down stream, and a large plantation on the north side of the rives is gradually disappearing.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04
Waiting for Full Returns.

Fairview, Neb, Nov 4.-William J. Bryan was up early but said he would not give out statement until 2 the full returns of the states were in. He talked the situation over this morning with Rev Father John Nu- gent, one of his staunchest friends. The entire family appeared to be ctserfu, .y.-.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04
Dr Martin Defeated.

Oxford, Nov 4.-Lilley received a majority of 27 in Oxford yesterday, the vote being Lilley 127. Robertson 100. Taft received 149 votes and Bryan 79. The Rev Dr Farrel Mar tin, pastor of St Cecilia's church in Waterbury, was defeated for repro sentative by his republican opponent, Charles T. Johnson, by 90 majority.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04
Governor Johnson Wins.

St Paul, Minn, Nov At is con- ceded by all parties at noon to-day that Governor Johnson. democrat. has been reelected governor by a majority of from 10000 to 10000.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04
MAYOR THOMS'S VIEW.
Says Republican Majority Was a Sur
 prise to All of Us,

Mayor Thoms-"The size of MI Taft's vote in Waterbury was sur. prise to all of us I think. At any rate it was to me, although l have never been very sanguine over the chances of Bryan carrying the city MT Lilley's vote showed up somewhat better than was expected, largely be- cause of local pride, for the honor of the governorship has never come tc this city before. I am inclined to think MT Lilley will make good governor. If he has the courage to cut away from the crowd that nom- mated him; if he can break up the railroad lobby in Hartford and give us a first-class public utilities con- mission of high standing, he can easily become one of the states great governors. Seldom does such an op- portunity come to any man as is to- day offered him, and 1 think even those who are opposed to him politi- cally hope that he has the courage, as we know he has the ability, to avail himself of it.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04
Tafts Native State

Cincinnati, Nov. 4.-By not less than 50,000 plurality MT Taft yester. day was given the vote of his native state. Because of the immense bal lot the counting of they ote was very slow. From the start it was evident that Taft had won. The variable count was that for governor, which at one time indicated that Harris, (rep) had been elected butw hen the morning came on Harmon, tdem.) had a clear lead that it did, not seem possible to overcome. The republican leaders at that time still claimed the election of Harris, al- though no figures were given. The slow count delayed knowledge of the legislative results although it was known that the democrats had made some gains. The next legislature elects a successor to United States Senator Foraker.
 Taft and Draper.
 Boston, Nov 4.--The vote of Mas sachusetts for president and gov ernor shows that Taft carried the state by 101, ,636 and that Draper was elected governor by a margin of 59,6s3. The total vote for president and governor was as follows:
 President-Taft, r, 251,494; Bryan, d, 155,S5S; Hisgen, ind, 1S,- 159.
 For governor-Draper, r, 227,- 059; Vahey, d, 167,376.
 The republicans also gained in both branches of the legislature. ob- taining six additional members in the senate and eight in the house The entire republican state ticket was also elected. Eleven republican con gressmen were reelected, but re- count may give the party an addi. tional member in the tenth district, where the margin between the two leading candidates is only ten votes.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04
JAMES s. SHERMAN.

the fifth when he sits down to re ward the faithful. Martin has earnS ed place on the governors staff, if not something better.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04

The pluralities of the candidates were as follows:
 Taft ton electorsl, 44,754.
 Lilley, for governor, 16,196.
 Tilson, for congressman at large l31,465.
 | Weeks, for lieutenant governor, 36,6So.
 Rogers, for secretary of state, 35,- 490.
 Patten, for treasurer, 35,633.
 Bradstreet, for comptroller, 3T,011
 Henry, for congress, first district, 1O,S66.
 Sperry. for congress. second dis trict, S,643. 1 Higgins, for congress, third dis trict, 5,654.
 Hill, for congress, fourth district, I13,2S6.
 The vote cast for the four other parties which had ballots in the field did not figure in the result to any appreciable extent. Chain. prohibi- tion. for president, had total vote of 1,S07 as compared with 1,506 votes for this party four years ago Debs had total of 1859 as compar- ed with 4,54S when he ran before; Gilhaus, social labor. had AS as con- trasted with 495 cast in 1904, and the independence league had 501 fol- lowers On the state ticket Matthew E. O 'Brien, prohibitionist, boiled 2.177 as compared with 1920 four years ago. in spite of his very vigorous can- vass. The socialists had 4,232 votes for their candidate for governor, Roberts. social labor. 422, and AL brecht. independence league, 703.
 There were cast approximately 1ss,704 votes for president. as com pared with 1a1.117 four years ago. and Mir Taft's majority over all Is 31.0i4 as compared with Roosevelt's majority over all of 31 ,0s1 in 1904.
 The vote of the candidates was as follows:
 Taft ii2.s7i. Bryan ss.12o. Lillsy
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04

110,507, Avery 79,042.
 Pluralities by counties were as sol-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-11-04

The women folks are beginning to be quite a factor in politics. Since the campaign which closed yesterday opened Mrs George L. Lilley was right in the game and was in no way bashful about calling at the homes of people whom she knew were in DO, sition to help out. It is safe to state that she won many to her husband $ standard, and it does not make any difference whether one might or might not desire the election of Mt Lilley, he would be strange sort of fellow who would not be willing to say that Mrs Lilley deserves cred 1t for stepping into the breach and rendering all the assistence in hel power to her husband whom she saw engaged in the struggle of his life. Three cheers for Mrs George L. Lilley, She is soon to be the first woman in this grand old common wealth, and everybody will wish her health and strength to enjoy the dis tinction to the fullest extent.
 It was a great day for M. F. Per klnson of the fifth ward. He show ed up on Union square at dawn and never left there until the result of the polling was announced He at tackled all whom he knew to be in any way opposed to his friend MT Lilley, even Democrat reporter having to get card from the reg istrars of voters, something he never had to before, in order to be permit ted to get around the polls and at- tend to his regular work. When MT Lilley will be running for president of the United States, four years from HOW, MT Parkinson expects to be able to deliver him a majority of the votes of the fifth district. In any case, unless MT Lilley is an ingrate, and they say he isn't, he. cannot af- ford to ignore his party leader in
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1908-12-31

school, which the patrons en-.
joyed as we'll as the little folks.
Mr.. and Mrs. j. A. Phillips
with the two little Phillips visi-
ted with Mr.. and Mrs. r. Coff-
man Christmas day at Orsen.
An exciting runaway occur
red here Sunday afternoon a
team of horses driven by Miss
Maggie O'Connor became
frightened and gave her three
miles of the fastest riding that
she had taken in long time.
Phones were brought into use
and the frantic horses were
stopped by several men forming
a line across the road in Cal
houn. Miss O'Connor was bad
ly frightened but stayed in the
buggy and was not hurt.
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Calhoun

Christmas has come and gone again
with all its festivities and merry MAX
ing and the people in this section SEEM
ed to get their share of it as in the eve
ming Dec. "a fine Christmas tree was
held at Calhoun school house, fine
evergreen was towering high in front
and fairly groaned under its load of
presents Calhoun school children had
a short program which was we'll render
dered and at the close old Santa made
his appearance to the delight of the lit
tie folks and he being Jolly old fellow
made things merry for all and was soon
handing down those splendid toys and
fine dressed dolls for the little folks and
by 10 O'Clock all we're distributed and
all departed for their homes The best
OF order prevailed throughout the en-
tire evening although standing room
was at premium.
Elder David Chambers preached an
interesting sermon Sunday evening at
CalhouH school house and will preach
again in two weeks.
Rev West Of Magnolia will preach at
Calhoun school house next Sabbeth
evening at o'clock.
Mrs. Elizabeth Runkles of Pisgah is
spending a few weeks with her children
Mrs. w. Fouts and Mrs. Chas. Mickey
Mr. and Mrs. Claud Clark and child
rem spent Christmas with her parents
Mr.. and Mrs. Greene Jones.
Earl Hardin of Nebraska is here the
guest of N. G. Boyntons family.
N. 6. Boynton was taken quite sick
one day last week but is better at this
time
Miss DAISY Fitzgibbon who has been
quite sick is slowly convalescing.
Mr.. and Mrs. Dennis of Michigan are
here for visit Mr.. and Mrs. John Steen
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Mr.. and Mrs. Ed Russell of near Ora
BILE were over Sunday guests of their
parents MIR. and Mrs D. A. Russell.
bachelors hall as he has rented the old
David Locking farm. His friends saw
he is we'll fitted out with everything to
keep house with and that all he lacks
now is a housekeeper.
Mrs. J. Tierney is in Omaha this
week.
Will Tierney spent couple of days
in Dunlap this week.
Kate and Frances Fitzgibbon are at
home from their school work for a
short vacation.
Mrs. Charlotte Piercy and children
spent Saturday and Sunday with Pier
cy Bro. near Modale.
Mr. Fritz Haffort is still quite sick.
Will Unmack Jr has his new house
almost ready for the plasterers.
Carrie Boynton and Earl Harding
were the guests of Mr.. and Mrs B. G.
Sferwin of Council Bluffs one day the
past week.
Miss Maggie O'connor of Omaha was
in quite frlghtful runaway last Sun
day evening when on her way from her
brothers. She had driven one of Frank
Schwertley's teams in the morning and
on her return to his place the team be-
came unmanagable and instead of turn
ing west ran on toward Calhoun Par
ties living around the bluffs telephoned
to Calhoun that the team was coming.
and try and stop it as the lady drivin
had lost control of it. No sooner h e
the word come until the team wash
hand running at fearful rate. En)u,o
men were soon gathered and eau III TIM,
team. The young lady was unhur bur
badly frightened She had lost the.
hand bag but it was found and reurn
ed to her.
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Melrose Items
Everybody enjoyed Xmas.

Everybody enjoyed Xmas.
Mr.. M. Edwards and family
dined with Elmor Coffman and
family, Xmas, at Orson.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. B. Fallon
and Miss Ada visited at the w.
I. Fallon home Friday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Dennis O'leary
of Bonesteel, S. D. were visit
ing with the j. S. Bird family
over Sunday.
Mr.. Morris Edwards deliver
ed hogs at Logan Tuesday.
The farmers in the hills are
taking advantage Of this fine
wintev and are moving their
hay from the meadows on the
low lands.
Four carriage loads of the
Gamets and half Gamets took
dinner at j. P. Carriers Friday.
Most every one here visited
some Christmas tree Thursday
evening that was in the church.
es or school houses surrounding
us.
Our old neighbor and fellow
townsman Asa Hight took unto
himself a wife Dec %. A
Mrs. Allen of Mo Valley was
the desired AMI lucky lady.
Miss Teeter gave her schol-
ars a treat Thursd ~ afternoon
by way Of a Christmas tree. A
fine program was given by the
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1908-12-31

" r MiIIiman 6 Go, pro-
prietCrS Of the Corner Gre
Gerry, have sold out Is j IF
MCGavren. who is now in
possession ST the store ans;
stock All persons knowing
themselves indebted to Mill
imam 6 Company, are re-
queSted to call at CuCe and
settle Either " r Miliiman
or James Riley will be in
the store to settle your ac-
count All bills are now due
and payable IL
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Dr.. Samuel Franklin Devore
Special attention given
to treatment of cancer.
Take Notice.

This is the last of the year
1908, andlI must have all who
are owing me in account,
to call and settle, either note or
cash, so las to start out with a
clean book for 1909.
dbl C. C. Williams.