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The Detroit times., 1908-05-22
BUILDING TRADE
MATTERS SETTLED
BY UNION
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, A. r. OF
L. AoJoURNs AFTER oIsPos.
ING OF IMPORTANT QUESTIONS
-sUe-CoMMITTEEs MEplAToRs

WASHINGTON, May 22.-The exc
cutive committee OF the building
trades department OF the American
Federation Of Labor adjourned today.
after disposing OF several matter Of
general interest to union labor. James
O'Connell. president of the Interna-
tional Association OF Machinists and
of the metal trades department, now
proposed for the American Federation
OF Labor, appeared before the commit
tee and urged that some arrangements
be made whereby the departments
might authorize subcommittee TO act
as mediators In disputes between af-
filiated trades. The proposition was
favorably acted upon as ii removed a
great deal Of work from the American
Federation Of Labor
The metal trades department is to
hold convention In Washington in
July and ratify the action Of the COM
mtttee appointed to draft constitu-
ton and bylaws, making 1t sub
sidiary but separate branch Of the
Federation OF Labor. Headquarters
will then be opened here
Bricklayers' Question Settled.
The question Of the bricklayers and
plasterers, who are not affiliated with
the American Federation Of Labor,
but who desired to affiliate with local
unions over the country, was finally
settled by decision that the consti-
tuition of the American Federation OF
Labor did not permit such affiliation
with trades not a member OF the Am
erican Federation OF Labor. II was
provided. however, that local councils
might use their own discretion pro-
vided the bricklayers and~spiasterers
were members of local central labor
unions.
The committee voted to authorize
separate charters to the five boroughs
OF New York city, rather than q
blanket charter covering the entire
city. provided delegates representing
three recognized affiliations from each
borough shall constitute an advisory
committee to observe the laws of the
American Federation Of Labor.
The Detroit times., 1908-05-22
DEAR HARTMAN" AND
mo. D. RUN GOULD RVS.

PITTSBURG, May 22.-E. II. Harri-
man and John d. Rockefeller have
come 70 the financial rescue OF the
Wabash and now have firm con-
troll OF the Gould system, 1t Is under
stood here. This does not mean any
change In the general Gould manage
ment, but operates TO bring another
great railway within the circle OF
Hartman and Standard OIL influence.
1t is understood that Hartman and
Rockefeller are supplying the money
to pay the Wabash Pittsburg Ter
minal June payments and the Wheel
ing & Lake Erie sS.000.000 OF notes
due In July. 1t Is said this financial
arrangement obviates a reorganiza-
ton OF the Gould roads. II Is be-
lieved here that Rockefeller owns the
Western Of Maryland bonds and has
been a heavy buyer recently OF Gould
lines securities.
1t is said that all the Gould plans
for the use of the Western OF Mary
land and the east and for extending
the Wabash to the Pacific coast Will
now be carried out In harmony with
the Hartman Rockefeller group.
The Detroit times., 1908-05-22
MAN WHO WORKED
FLORISTS GETS
4 TO 4 YEARS
GEORGE r. MucHEY, "sLIck"
sWlhDlER, PUT AWAY IN JACK,
SON PRISON FOR LONG TERM
BY JupoR phELAN.

George r Muchey. the man who
several weeks ago passed forgery
checks on several Detroit and Wind.
sor florists, was Friday morning sen
fenced by Judge Phelan TO from 4 TO
IA years In Jackson.
Mucheys scheme was a clever one.
and was easily worked because Of his
fatherly appearance and his ability
as an actor. Entering floral estab-
lishment he stood about weeping IN
manner that would touch the heart
OF Shylock. Then he would tell OF
the death of some dear relative. and
between sobs order handsome
wreath. which he paid for with a
check. He always managed to have
check for about twice the size OF
his bill. and the balance was paid TO
him In cash. Working the scheme too
long In Detroit led to his arrest and
his conviction was easy.
Muchey is 46 years Of age, and he
claims TO have wife living In Den
yer.
The Detroit times., 1908-05-22
MAKE OKLAHOMA BANK
READY IN ONE HOUR

GUTHRIE, Okla. May 22.-Within
one hour from the time II. p. Smock.
Oklahoma banking commissioner.
took charge OF the International bank
OF Coal Gate. he had authority TO pay
the depositors in full. though the
banks cash and available funds were
only $4,000 and depositors had $685.
900 In II.
The commissioners was enabled 10
do this under the operation OF tho
new banking law and this 10 the first
time II has been called into use. The
$4,000 defcit Is paid from the guar
antee fund out Of the / per cent tax
levied on all state banks.
The graduated land TAI bill. which.
by excessive taxation, seeks to pre-.
vent the owning Of more than $40
acres OF land by one person In Okla
homa, was finally passed yesterday
and sent to the governor. The income
tar bill and the Inheritance tax bill
are In the governors hands also.
The Detroit times., 1908-05-22
FIGHTS AGAINST
REJECTION OF BLOCKS

A hard fight will be made within the
next day or so. to have Commissioner
Haarer, OF the department OF public
works. accept the creosote wood paw
ing blocks rejected on several streets.
p. c. Reilly, Of Indianapolis. presi-
dent OF the Republic Creosote Co.
which makes the blocks that Haarer
says are not up TO specifications, was
in Detroit Friday In consultation with
Robt Y. Ogg. the local agent, and
Chas. K. Russell, OF Runssell & Jenni-
son, the general agents.
The streets on which Haarer has
condemned the blocks were visited
and samples taken TO use In present
ing the firms side OF the case.
AS the blocks rejected are worth
100000, the Republic Creosote Co. Is
not disposed TO have them thrown out
IL II can prevent IL. On the other
hand, Haarer Is convinced that tho
paving material Is not good enough
for the city's use and will take lot
OF convincing.
The Detroit times., 1908-05-22
$4,000 DAMAGE SUIT
AGAINST Y. w. c. A.

The Young women's Christian as
ISOLATION Is defendant In $4,000
damage suit being heard by jury in
Judge Murphy's division of the circuit
court. in which Albert Flower seeks
to recover for the loss OF the end OF
three fingers on his right hand.
The accident occurred In 1906. At
that time Flower was employed as en-
gineer In the Y. W. c. A. building, on
Washington boulevard, and he alleges
that his fingers were crushed of when
furnace door fell on them. He
claims the broken condition Of the
doors was known TO the officers OF
the association. as he had notiHet
them several times. He claims they
promised TO have repairs made, bu'
never did 80 until he was injured.
The Detroit times., 1908-05-22
CENTRAL SURE
At ANN ARB0R

ANN ARBOR. Mich, May "a
About 125 Of the best prep athletes In
the middle west gathered this after
noon at Ferry field for the prelimin-
aries OF the annual Michigan inter
scholastic track meet. The heats
started at $3.50; finals will be run. Of
tomorrow morning.
Today's card includes heats In the
100 dash. 220 dash. 440 dash, and the
pole vault, shotput, hammer throw
and discus.
Central high. Detroit, has the larg-
est entry, 20 men, and Is confident OF
victory as are also d. U. S. and Lake
Forest The much-touted Oak Park
team has not appeared.
The Detroit times., 1908-05-22
HAN c z PEASANTS
FOR RUSSIAN RIOT

KHENSON, Russia, May ga
wholesale execution Of peasants took
place here today, when the authorities
hanged 20 men who took part In the
agrarian disorders In the neighbor-
hood Of Ekaterinoslav. The men be-
longed to an association which was
sworn to drive out the proprietors Of
landed estates.
At the time OF the rioting, the peas
ants drove the land owners from their
homes, drove Off their stock and burn
ed the houses. Many were rendered
homeless and great stretches OF the
country made desolate. The authori-
ties took severe measures at first but
the resort of death Is new depar-
ture.
The Detroit times., 1908-05-22
FIND ONE BODY IN
BOX FACTORY FIRE

CHICAGO. May 22.-One burned
and mutilated body was taken today
from the ruins OF j. c. Wintermyer's
box factory, which was practically de.
stroyed by fire. The body was taken
out by fremen after they had hunted
all night for three missing persons be-
lieved to have persisted In the flames.
Today the number OF missing was
swelled to four.
In the meantime the ruins Of the
Suess Ornamental Glass Co. are being
searched for the body OF John Wit.
hold, Il years old. who was reported
missing today by his father.
The loss by the fire is estimated at
100000.
The Detroit times., 1908-05-22
Resort Keeper in Examination OF
Indicted Trio Tells How She Was
Bled for Protection mo One
Can Hurt You While I'm Com.
missioner" Credited to Smith.
What Annie Smith Swears TO:


location No. solvayave Wnen
had nothing 20 fear would be protected.
Hlbbler $500 understanding that ~
put Of busInsss shortly afterwards
no
explained
punch
liked bowy
her Hlbbsr and vie
tmea
told there for whom no wud
NOR HIbbler his friend
tho oceasons
missioner nobody you"
small kens O HlbbIer
The Detroit times., 1908-05-22
LYNCH SEEMS TO BE
TYPOS CHIEF AGAIN

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind, May 22.--At
the International typographical union
headquarters II was announced last
night that In oil probability James 81.
Lynch and Secretary Treasurer j.
W. Brentwood have boon reelected.
This information was based on
more than 100 kilograms received
from various cities giving the vote OF
the locals. The vote shows Lynch
and Bramwood far In the lsad for tho
ofices OF president and secretary
treasurer.
According 70 the same returns Woe
President J. W. Hayes has also been
rs-slsotsd- [
The Detroit times., 1908-05-22
pEMENTED, he HANGS SELF.

HOUGHTON, Mich. May 22.-(Spe-
cial )--Olaf Pietela, prominent farm
err living near Calumet, was found
dead. hanging by a rope from the
roof Of an clubhouse on the farm. II
IL supposed the man was demented.
Pietsla was As years old and leaves q
large family
The Detroit times., 1908-05-22
FE|GNS DEATH AND
ESCAPES BRUTE'S
VIOLENCE
IRWIN HARTWlG, AGED EIGHT.
LEFT FOR DEAD BY MAN WHO
LURES HIM TO BELLE ISLE
AND ATTACKS HIM.

BY feigning death, Irwin Hartwig,
an S-year-old lad living at No. so4
Illinois-st., escaped from a brute who
had lured him to secluded spot on
Belle Isle Thursday evening.
The boy was choked and left for
The Detroit times., 1908-05-22
VERDICT AGAINST q. T. nv.

CHARLOTTE. Mich, May 22.-(Spe-
cial.)--J c. Potter was given YER
dict against the Grand Trunk for
$L175. for locomotive sparks setting
his Potterville elevator afire. The
Jury disagreed In the first case. An
appeal will be taken.
The Detroit times., 1908-05-22
THE WEATHER.

and Saturday, partly cloudyI light 10
fresh southwesterly winds.
Lower Mfchigant Generally fair to-
HOTRLY TEMPERATURES.
The Detroit times., 1908-05-22

pernfure, 51t minimum, AL mean, All
rain fall. IL inchy weather, cloudy.
The sun rose nt As05 q. m. and sets
at 0t52 y. m
The Detroit times., 1908-05-22

But one suppressed divorce suit was
fled Friday, that Of Margaret vs.. Ed
ward Bassett
The Detroit times., 1908-05-22

John n Sullivan q Co.
OF Nichigan-ave.. has o special sale In
The Tirnss today. See ad In today.s
The Detroit times., 1908-05-22

Business-Iil<s Printing. No fuss ana
no feathers. The plain, neat kind, that
looks right Times Printing Co.. Is
John R-st Phone lAea.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1908-02-23
Washington Tea at Mrs. Speers'.

The beautiful Washington Tea Civ
en- at the residence OF Mrs. NJ. E.
,Speers Saturday afternoon by the La
dies Aid Society Of the First Presby.
terrain Church fully satisfied the ex-
pectation of the many who had been
looking forward to it with pleasure for
days past. Throughout the house dec
orations in keeping with the day were
used, and the effect was beautiful.
There were so many striking features
about this well-planned entertainment
that it would be impossible to mention
all. The arrangement OF the punch
room was unique, daffodills and cher
ries being used in decoration. In the
dining-room the Washington ideas
were elaborated, a beautiful little
cherry-tree and the traditional Ratchet
forming the centerpiece on the table,
and cherry blossoms were used pro-
fusely on side furniture and mantel.
Tea was served in the library, also
effectively decorated. The ladies re-
ceiving were all dressed in true Co
1onial fashion, and the panniered cos
tunes and powdered hair gave to each
face an added charm. One Of the
sweetest features, however, was dainty
little Marietta Spears in Colonial cos
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1908-02-23

The members Of the Culture Club
will meet with Miss Sadie Eilbot. a
week from today.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1908-02-23

certain knowledge that no one WIFE
even attempt to" come in.
AS a busy professional wonaars
pointed out, daily rest hour is "a
great boon to any woman-whether
she is a business woman or a mother
Of fam1ly-the conditions Of whose
existence expose her to continued
nervous strains'
''The chief thing" she said, ''fs
to impress the various members OF
your household that you must not ee
disturbed for a whole hour. IL
there are children the older ones
can, If need be, attend to the young
CIR ones for the hour that mother re-
tires to her own room and rests.
The best thing is to lie down and do
nothing; but if tyou must read, lei
it be something essentially light and
frivolous" T.,
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1908-02-23

sented a very attractive appear
ance and added much 70 the en-
joyrnent of the evening. Master
,Caruth Owen. dressed in Colonja'
costume stood at the door and add
mitted the guests. Mrs. John VI.
Mccain and Mrs. T. II. Watkins
greeted the guests in the hall, and
Mrs. S. c. Farrar introduced them
in the Darlor To George and Mar
tha Washington in the persons Of
Roy. and Mrs. Owen, and to the other
'odieS and .sYentiemen in the receiv-
was served by Miss Florence Nc
Cain. ThE different members OF
beautifully decorated rooms, and
cordially welcomed the guests. The
decorations were in keeping with
she day--banners, flags and Wash
ington hatchets being used with
great taste and skill The dining
room where delicious refreshments
were served was especially attrac-
tive. The table was draped with q
large american flag over the cloth,
and upon this rested a handsome
fern. Delicious refreshments were
served. Mrs. Joe Watkins and Mrs.
Robert Burford had charge OF thu
donation plate, and it was rapidly
filled by the large number of guests
present, and the ladies were much
gratified> at the success Of their
Tea. Most assuredly to then, and
their assistants and their gracious
hostess: Mrs. NJ. e. Howson, is due
great credit for the success d SO
beautiful an entertainment.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1908-02-23

Last Wednesdays morning tested the
courage OF all who attended the meet
ing of the Musical Coterie as it was
the coolest day Of the winter. How
ever, the comfortable room and in
teresting program repaid all who
made the effort 70 face q cold, sharl
wind. The members OF the chorus
were there with few exceptions ana
sang Estudiantina and Evening HYMN
The piano solos were excellent but far
too short to suit the audience The
paper on American Composers BY Miss
Gussie Jones was we'll prepared and
received an attentive hearing. Voca,
solos by Miss Bessie Downs, Mrs. Fl
X. Toney and Mrs. clinton Ferguson.
were all charmingly given. Violir
solo by Miss Hardin, accompanied by
Mrs. Renfrow and Quartette MIS- Iii.
ton Ferguson, Mrs. Jesse Core, MIS-
Montgomery and Mrs. Lake wert
among the best numbers. In the ah,
sence OF Mrs. D. II. Saunders, Mrs
Renfrow substituted an organ 8olt
sweet and full Of melody. Tho pro
gram was III charge of Mrs. Jess.
Core and Mrs. Hinton Ferguson.
Press Correspondent.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1908-02-23
NEW POLICY.

The Grand Leader elsewhere III
this issue presents to the people OF
Pine Bluff and vicinity what they
term our new, policy popular
prices" BY this they have decided
to change their. business methUd by
adopting a low scale of prices, as
low, or just little lower, than Com
petitive houses. The excellence OF
high grade goods and thoroughly
up-to-date merchandise with exc!us-
i've styles, will be maintained by
this company. as heretofore, but 1T
will be popular prices prevailing
hereafter;.i 80 ara
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1908-02-23
At AnnunciatiOn Academy.

The j. NJ Lucey Reading Circle.
composed Of the Seniors and Juniors
Of Anunciation Academy, prepared an
attractive literary and patriotic pro-
gram which was we'll rendered at the
regular monthly meeting held ycster-
day afternoon.
Washington picture was placed
IN the room prettily decorated with
flags and the national color5.
An interesting contest was inauaa
rated, consisting of questions relating
to the life, character and exploits Of
"fhe Father of Our Country
1t was announced that prizes would
be awarded to those giving, rapidly,
the greatest number of correct ar.
swers. Such interest, enthusiasm
and excitement prevailed among the
pupils, that all historical books We're
at a premimum.
Miss Madeline Prudhomme won the
first prize, having answered one hun
dred and one questions.
The second prize was awarded 10
Miss Salie Carder, who answered
fifty 1.-TWO.
Miss Reinberger entertained hel au-
dience by the reading of a CAREFULLY
written paper in which she gave proof
that school girls are not obl;v;J l., OF
the welfare Of their companions
Miss Helton read some patriotic
selections and thus closed one Of the
most instructive meetings. of tn.s lit
erary society. 49,:
M Franklin, '05.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1908-02-23
FATHER or GOULD
AGENT IS DEAD

Peter s. Richardson, aged 10
years. died at his, home, No. 1912
Griffin street, Little rock, Saturday
morning. after an illness of long
duration, Deceased had been a
resident of Little Rock for about
four ears. He is survived by his
wife, four sons ,srd zone daughter.
One yon, is J. L. Richardson, agent
Of the Iron Mountain at Gould, Ark.
The =. remains will be SHIPPED to Stuff
gar, An, ~, :, '. i17UM
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1908-02-23
Social Collapse the New MaIady.


The ru]e Of Dame Fashion is de-
fined by vide limits, we a admit,
and tAa ..he Insists upon having a
''finger :: the pie" In all that con-
Germs ta0 ! orkings'os social life in
is various phases, has always been
acknow] dsed, and her self-asserted
privileges granted her by tacit con-
sent; so that the lady has become
arrogant and proposes to dictate to
society danes even the latest style
in ailments, and the very latest
page of an exchange. is the social
thing" according to the fashion
page of an exchange is the social
collapse, TIL most fash enable all
ment." 1t really sounds tempting;
one almost fees like listening to
her mandate 'a7sd obeying straightwa
after a round OF pleasure, yet some
what wearing excitement in the So
cial whirl. How nice to think Of
cutting ones self aloof awhile from
telephones, electric bells, electric
lights, voices, cards, dinners. ctr!
And then the comfort Of knowing
that your fashionable friends will
recognize Your up-to-dateness while
enjoying the privileges offered by
this latest fad. Be'ow will be found
a few directions for the benefit OF
those who like to be first In adopt
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1908-02-23
Delightful Card Party.

A pretty card party was given
by Miss Louise Beacher Thursday
night to a number of her friends at
the residence of Mrs. J. r. Martin
No. 618 West Fifth avenue. The
house was prettily decorated and
the guests We're: Mr.. and Mrs. ].
r. Ostby, Mr.. and Mrs. r. Hollis,
Miss Jessie Rawson, Mrs. VIM.
Walker, Mrs. D. Dalton. Everett
Tucker, Mr.. and Mrs H. L. Stern
berg and niece. Miss Jessie RawsOn
won first prize, Mrs. Ostby drew the
consolation and a dainty two-course
luncheon was served.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1908-02-23
ing the very newest thing out:

ing the very newest thing out:
The malady-which is also de-
scribed as social breakdown--is a
very common excuse for postponed
dinner parties and other functions,
and for failure to fulfill engage
ments. Women are the chief suf-
ferers from it.
Social collapse is a catching COM
plant. So much so, indeed, that
t might almost be described as pop
ular among those who wish to be
considered really Smart"
The cure for it s the silent room,
in which you lie and do absolutely
nothing. Thither the victim repairs
to straighten out the tango of her
pverwrought nerves Some exam
pies of these silent rooms are ar
ranged to secure isolation as COM
plete as would be found on a desert
island.
In Chicago for instance, there is
one in house recently built for a
millionaire and his charming wife,
who used to Collapse" once or twice
a year from the strain of her social
duties.
On the first sign of nervous COL
lapse she goes to her silent room.
where she is completely cut off from
telephones, messages. electric bells,
e ectric lights, callers, social secre-
taries, and the noise and din of the
city. The room is III the top of a five
story building. and is made to look
like a hospital room, with tiled
walls and floors. -,
The tiles are OF deep green tint
and when the room is used for
rest cure" purposes the floor is
covered , 'th Persian rugs in duh.
restfu hces.
The furniture comprises bed.
couch comfortable chairs and ia
bles. There are no n4cknacks, not
even flowers are allowed; so that
the eye, used to over-ornamcnta-
ton, is rested by the cell-like sim
plicity of the room.
Here the hostess of the big man
s'on secludes. herself, and is never
disturbed until she issues forth
asa'n. But for ordinary over
wrought nerves an hour or so in the
silent room re-estabhshe s her mental
equilibrium.
Real rest and recuperation from
social COLLAPSE, or just plain nerves,
can be secured when person Is
locked in q room by herself with the
key on the inside OF the door and
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1908-02-23
= Washington Party.

Saturday afternoon the home Of
Mr.. and Mrs. Max Eisenkramer was
the scene Of another pretty enter
tainment, when their little daugh-
ters, Bessie, Ielone and Miriam, in
vited number OF their little friends
to celebrate Washington's birthday
with them in delightful fashion.
The affair was al the more enjoyed
by the little folks by reason of its
informal nature, and all united in
making Il erry with a will. The
house was periodically decorated
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1908-02-23

with the national colors, flags and
hatchets playing q prominent part In
The decorations. In the dining room
where luncheon was served that
delighted the fancy and the palate of
the happy young guests, the table
was ornamented with the red, white,
and blue, and everywhere were seen
emblens that appealed to the pa
triotism of Young America. The
Misses Eisenkramer were assisted
in giving pleasant afternoon to
their young friends by their moth
er. and thirty-four happy }ttla
guests enjoyed the occasion.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1908-02-23
M Ia

The moving .piqtqre shows did a
regular land. office. business last night.
The streets were crowded early in the
evening with theates-geers and all of
the popular-prieed amusement places
were crowded from. early till their
close for the night, .a...@
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1908-02-23
Sesame Club.

Sesame Club.
The Sesame Club will meet with
Mrs. J. F. HUT Tuesday afternoon
at her home, corner of West Fifth
avenue and Main street.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1908-02-23
NJathCntes Club.

The Mathontea Club will meet
With a}rs. Drew Whit, 1le>s WeGu23-
day afternoon at btr homo OF West
Fourth avenue.