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Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Many people with chronic throat
and lung trouble have found comfort
and relief in Foley's Honey and Tar
as it cures stubborn coughs after 9th
er treatment has failed. L. M. Rug
giles, Reasnor, Iowa, writes: The
doctors said I had consumption, and I
got no better until I took FoIeys Hon
ey and Tar. 1t stopped the hemor-
rhages and pain in my lungs and they
are now as sound as a bullet" Sold
by all druggists.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31
INSULT is tiEAPED ON
THE TEAM AT ALBANY
Treatment of Visitors Is
Outrageous
Snecial to Times-Recorderl

Special to Times-RecOrderD
Albany, Ga, July 30.-Final score
to in favor of Albany. Umpire
exceedingly bad When Manager Bel!
protested on decisions, several coca
cola bottles were hurled at him from
the crowd. This throwing Of bottles
at the Americas manager occurred
several times during the game. The
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31
Bottles Hurled At Bell

But it was only bait to get the
crowd there again. The outrageous
treatment accorded the Americas par
ty there yesterday is told of else
where in telegram from Manager
Bell, the target of the ruff1an crowd
Bottles were hurled at him and
he was driven from the diamond when
he protested against the rottenness
thrust upon his team. Albany was
herself again
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Everyone would be benefited by
taking Foley's Orino Laxative for
stomach and liver trouble and habit
ual constipation. 1t sweetens the
stomach and breath, gently stimulates
the liver and regulates the bowels and
is much superior to pills and ordinary
laxatives. Why not try Foley's Orino
Laxative today. Sold by all druggists.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

treatment accorded the Americas ball
players was bad The Times-Recor-
der was right in forecasting the re-
ception here as they only "baited" us
yesterday.
(signed) BELL.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Trunks and travelling bags, great va
riety. We want to clear out our
trunks and will name low prices to
prospective purchasers. Special val
ues in bags. Beautiful mating suit
cases at popular prices.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31
TOOK WATCH FROM NIGH BRIDE
Irate Mother in Augusta Took Back
Jewelry.

Augusta, Ga, July 30-When Mrs.
Marion Hicks, a girl wife, was given
back to her husband by a judge in
Augusta after her mother had taken
her from her husband, the mother,
Mrs. James, unclasped locket from
her daughters neck, took a watch
from her belt, and said, "Now go, I'm
through with you forever" The ia
Their also told the girl farewell for
keeps
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Kills feas, cures the worst case of
mango, Bicaises Mango Cure. Not
poisonous. Full line of Bicaises Dog
Remedies for sale at Hudson's Drug
Store. 22-29-8-4-11
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31
When the Weather Wakes Warm

These are the days when a man
quarrels with his wife as to who
shall answer the doorbell"
Il know. It's a question as to
which looks the worst"
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Delay in commencing treatment for
slight irregularity that could have
been cured quickly by Foley's Kidney
Remedy may result in a serious kidney
disease. Foley's Kidney Remedy builds
up the worn out tissues an dstrength-
ems these organs. Sold by all druggists
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31
Ladies Suits and Skirts

We will sell any ladies taiIor-made
suit in this stock at the most ridicu-
1Ous reductions as we have only a
few left and we want to clear them
out entirely SO if you want either
wool Or wash suit come and give
us an opportunity to show you what
your coin will do NOW.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31
ATLANTA WIFE WELDED RAZOR
Hubby Leaves and Wife Tries Sui.
eide

Atlanta, Ga, July 30 When her
husband informed her over long dis
lance phone from Knoxville that he
was tired of her and did not intend to
return, Mrs, Blanche Clements, a
pretty blonde, living at 315 East Hun
ter street, tried suicide. Police are
now guarding her to prevent another
attempt.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

The house in Illustration
lecture e from attempt at ornamenaon and the third something
The architects idea structure plain in
l.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Put in an electric fan and be com.
Portable this summer. Call at Office
Of Americas Railway and Light Com.
pany, see samples and secure prices,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31
When Rubbers Become Necessary

And your Shoes pinch, Aliens Foot Ease.
a powder to be shaken into the shoes. is
just the thing to use. Try it for Breaking
in New Shoes. Sold Everywhere. 25c.
Sample FREE. Address. Allen s. Ohm
sted, lie Roy, N. Y. Don't accept any
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31
What's the Use!

Postmaster-"Th letter is too
heavy. You'll have to put on another
stamp"
Coon-"Sah, will that make it any
lightah?"
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Put in an electric fan and be com.
Portable this summer. Call at office
of Americas Railway and Light Com.
pany, see samples and secure prices.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31
Sly Thoughts

81 saw him kiss your cheeks! - I'll.
true"
20 Modesty' 'Twos strictly
kept;
He thought me asleep; at least,
knew
He thought [ thought he thought
slept"
Coventry Patmore.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

F. F. Doyle registered from Jack
|sonville yesterday among the arri-
walls at the Hotel Windsor.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31
What's in a Name?

Hostess (to visitor) DO try this
chair It's really quite comfortable
for-er-an antique"
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Charles c. Smith of Thomasyille
was in Americas yesterday. He is
pleased with the city and is COMING
here real often.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Miss Montez Thomas, who was sew
erely injured in a runaway accident
on Thursday is resting well, though
she will be confined to her home for
some time
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

ing for an unknown person The find
! ing of known person ! consider a
matter of certainty-that is, if you go
about it right and follow it to the end,
J Just as by a given number of questions
one may always guess an assumed OBJ
ject. Of course l assume that the per-
son to be found is alive.
That's the theory of it, In practice
it may not pay to make search of the
whole world. But my experience is
that criminals of the unprofessional
kind don't go or don't stay far from
the scene of their crime. | was order
ed to get police reports from that part
of the state, and if Colburn had gone
Off limits the matter was to be given
up. | sent out a description of the
man, but without success. He had
gone too far.
IF one can find a woman in whom a
criminal has been interested there's al
ways chance of finding him. There
was such a woman in Colburn's life,
and l gave orders at the village post
office that any mail coming for her
should be examined. Six months after
/ gave the order letter from Colburn
20 his friend was handed me giving his
whereabouts
"Well, | had the man arrested. But
/ hadn't any proof against him except
what was remotely circumstantial. No
body had seen him kill MoXon. Indeed.
the only proof existing that Moxon had
been killed was a key that had grown
on bush. No man could even be in
dicted, much less convicted, on such
evidence. But when we know what
We can't prove there are ways of get
ting the criminal to give himself away.
| took the prisoner to the spot where
the body had been found and showed
him the key, telling him at the same
time that it would fit MoXOn's kitchen
door. 1t needed but this bit of bluff
to break down Il man with crime Oh
his conscience lie confessed and was
hanged
mo, it iSa't he shrcWdness of the de-
tective that makes detective work in
teresting: t'' the ways Providence in
vents to b"i4" n guilty man to justice.
What cou!G h. mere remarkable than
that tim til; taking key that had
fallen frO.I murdered mans pocket
and pointing with it to the murderer?"
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

c. ID. Smith of Columbus, was in
Americas yesterday, among others
here from that busy burg.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31
SOCIAL AND PERSONAL LIFT

Solid Gold top cuff pins, soc ner
pair at Bell the Jeweler.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

j. D. Holcomb of Eufaula, was in
Americas yesterday, called here upon
business.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

C. Fl. Gregory was among the At
Iantans coming to Americas yester-
day morning on business.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Wood any length, big load at so
cents Phone 116. C. r. Whitley.
14-1mo .pd.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31
Safe and Sane

DO you take this woman for bet
ter or worse?"
i do, jedge, | do. But | hope we
kin kinder strike an average"
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

j. r. HarWell was among the Ma
contains who came to Americas yes
terday upon business.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

FOR SALE-Thoroug bred Berk-
shire pigs. Apply to G. H. WADDELL
tt Phone 597
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

A few nice Hammocks left, will be
sold at reduced prices.
HOLIDAYS BOOK STORE.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Keep pulling, something will
come" says the Statesboro News. A
tooth for instance.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Mrs. F. A. Thomas returned yes
terday from very brief visit in At
lanta, called back by the illness of
Miss Montez Thomas.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31
DO 1T NOW

Place your order for gas range aud
insure kitchen comfort this summer.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

FOR SALE-My residence on Lee
street. Easy terms. Would err
change for farm lands DR.. E. T.
MATHIS. 12-tf
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Miss Mary Fort, one of Americas
prettiest young girls is spending two
or three days delightfully."- with friends
in Albany.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Mrs. Mott of Albany, is the guest
of her niece, Mrs Cliff c. Clay, at
her home on Taylor street.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Mrs. James w. Query has gone
upon a visit of two or three weeks
to relatives in Macon.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

EAT IN COMFORT. PUT AN Ell
ECTRIC FAN IN YOUR DINING
ROOM. CALL AT GAS COMPANIES
OFFICE AND SEE FANS.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Mr. f. B. Wooten proprietor of the
Hotel Windsor and Waycross hotel,
came up yesterday for q short stay
here.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

1t costs no more to cook with gas
and it saves lots of trouble.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

FOR SALE-Fresh grapes Csc and
35c a peck. Phone orders receive
prompt attention. DR.. Huguley.
IL limo.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Mrs. r. E. McNulty and niece, Miss
Louise McNulty of Atlanta, were
guests of Mrs Munnerlyn in Albany
yesterday, returning here today.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Place your order for gas range and
insure kitchen comfort this summer
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

FOR RENT-Four room dwelling
near Central Railway depot Close
in. Half acre garden. LAWSON
STAPLETON. 22-tf
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Put in an electric fan and be com.
Portable this summer. Call at Office
of Americas Railway and Light Com.
pany, see samples and secure prices,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

FOR RENT-Residence No. SO7 For
syth street. Immediate possession
Apply to Mrs. E. J. McGehee. 9-tf
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

FOR SALE-Three mich COWS and
one calf cheap. G. NJ. BRAGG. 15-tf
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

FOR SALE-First class Rhode Is
land Red chickens. DIR. J. T. CLEVE-
LAND, Weston, Ga. 17-2Ot
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

FOR RENT-Residence No. 10 Lee
street, eight rooms. Apply to C. J..
Sherlock.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31
FOR RENT

FOR RENT-Seven room house for
rent close in. Possession the first of
August. Apply to J. S. Bolton.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Mrs. Arthur Rylander and little
daughter, Harriet are at home again
after visit of several days to friends
in Atlanta
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

H. A. Mcneil and r. w Glover of
Dawson, were in Americas yesterday
morning, coming over upon a business
trip.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

George r. Kline, of Moultrie, was
in the city yesterday among others
coming here.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Misses Willie B. and Ruby Arthur,
returning from Athens to their home
in Shellman are fair guests of Mrs
Fred B. Arthur.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Miss Alberta Williams of Meldrim
Ga, is charming visitor in Ameri
Gus, arriving yesterday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Fresh shrimp today at G.. NJ
Bragg's.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Mr.. S. Price of Birmingham, is in
Americas, with the possible view ci
locating here it is said
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

FOR NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Mr. and Mrs. J. 7. Warren ar,
spending a day with friends in AL
bany, their former home.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

SALESMAN WANTED to look af-
ter our interest in Sumter and ad
Jacent counties. Salary or Commits
sion. Address The Victor Oil Co.,
Cleveland, Ohio
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31


OFFICE AND SEE FANS.
F. F. Doyle registered from Jack
.sonville yesterday among the arri-
walls at the Hotel Windsor
1t costs no more to cook with gas
and it saves lots of trouble.
Miss Montez Thomas, who was sew
.erely injured in a runaway accident
on Thursday is resting we'll though
she will be confined to her home for
some time.
Mrs. Mott of Albany, is the guest
of her niece, Mrs. Cliff c. Clay, at
her home on Taylor street.
Miss Mary Fort, one of Americas
prettiest young girls is spending two
or three days delightfully."- with friends
in Albany
Mrs. R. E. McNulty and niece, Miss
Louise McNulty of Atlanta, were
guests of Mrs. Munnerlyn in Albany
yesterday, returning here today.
H. A Mcneil and R. w. Glover of
Dawson, were in Americas yesterday
morning, coming over upon a business
trip.
Misses Willie B. and Ruby Arthur,
returning from Athens to their home
in Shellman, are fair guests of Mrs.
Fred B. Arthur.
Mrs. Arthur Rylander and little
daughter, Harriet, are at home again
after a visit of several days to friends
in Atlanta
Mr.. E. B. Wooten proprietor of the
Hotel Windsor and Waycross hotel,
came up yesterday for short stay
here.
Mrs. F. A. Thomas returned yes
terday from a very brief visit in At
lanta, called back by the illness of
Miss Montez Thomas.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31
Do 1T NOM

Eh4AIC11SOo SS0tC1 ia called here
business.
Do 1T NOW
Place your order for a gas range and
insure kitchen comfort this summer.
Charles C. Smith of ThomasyilIa
was in Americas yesterday. He is
pleased with the city and is comino
here real often
Put in an electric fan and be com.
Portable this summer. Call at Office
of Americas Railway and Light Com.
pany, see samples and secure prices.
j. r. HarWell was among the Ma
contains who came to Americas YES
terday upon business.
Put in an electric fan and be com.
Portable this summer. Call at office
of Americas Railway and Light Com.
pany, see samples and secure prices.
Mrs. James w. Query has gone
upon a visit of two or three weeks
to relatives in Macon.
Put in an electric fan and be com.
Portable this summer. Call at Office
Of Americas Railway and Light Com.
pany, see samples and secure prices,
Miss Alberta Williams of Meldrim
Ga, is a charming visitor in Ameri-
Gus, arriving yesterday.
Mr.. and Mrs. J. T. Warren are
spending a day with friends in AL
bany, their former home.
Prof. A. G. Miller took a day of
yesterday and went to Albany ex-
pressly to see the ball game.
Mr.. w w. Taylor, of Atlanta, spent
yesterday i'll Americas, his former
| home, on business
Mr.. Julian S. Rodgers of the State
Y. M. c. A, spent yesterday here
with Secretary O. r. Harvey.
]. w. McRee, of Tampa, is in tht
city for a few days, stopping at the
| Hotel Windsor.
Mr.. S. Price of Birmingham, is il
Americas, with the possible view @
! locating here it is said.
Fresh shrimp today at G. NJ
Bragg's.
George r. Kline, of Moultrie, was
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31
A SINGULAR CASE,
BY r. A. MITCHELL

copyright, 1909 by American Press Asso
citation
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1909-07-31

Prof A. G. Miller took a day off
yesterday and went to Albany ex-
pressly to see the ball game.
New-York tribune., 1909-09-28
NAME GAYNOR AND METZ.
Brooklyn Democrats TndOrse Them
for MayOr and Controller.

william ]. Gaynor for Mayor and Herman A
6etx for Controller the decision arrived at by
he conference between the provisional committee
# Brooklyn Democrats and the executive COM
nitfee OF the Kings County Democratic party, held
asst night in the Jefferson Building. Although the
iroyisional committee appeared somewhat loath 20
sct hs ytiy when Senator Mccarren suggested that
he Democrats Of Brooklyn indorse Justice Gaynor
nr Nsyor. Il finally decided 20 follow the lead OF
ne executive committee. which had unanimously
nd0rsed the 5urist
Hyck presiding. Senator McCarren moved that
Justice Gaynor's candidacy be indorsed. This was
lone, and then IL decided 10 present Metzs
at the city convention
Thomas +. Byrnes, the nsurgent Democratic
Hader o. the nth Assembly District. was the only
member OF the conference TO oppose Gaynor.
After the conference Senator McCarren said:
ice Geynor for Mayor. We don't wish 70 oppose
ur1p
How about Metz?" he was asked.
We are going 20 nominate Metz Brooklyn has
Gways had the privilege OF nominating the Con-
roller, and don't why any exception should
made IN this case"
'lf Tammany failed 20 present Gaynors name,
rould he be presented by the Brooklyn organiza-
iong"
ia is a foregOne conclusion he replied that
nsmmRny has selected Justice Gaynor as the can
bdafs for Mayor and his name viii be presented
q the convention"
New-York tribune., 1909-09-28
CASSIDY AGAIN ON TOP.
NeSo Certifcation GiUe8 Him Leader
ship by Screen Maiority.

Just as light was beginning 20 break through the
storm clouds OF the contest for the Ieadershin Of
the % Assembly District of BROOKLYN betveen
Joseph Cassidy and sherfn Harvey, and the latter
was 70 be announced a victor by a majority ~ two
votes In comes Carroll Vogel chief clerk OF the
Board Of Elections, with a new certincation OF the
original vote. giving Cassidy q majority OF thirty
Two on the first count instead of twenty-three as
originally certified, and majority OF seven on the
second count, which allows him 20 retain the lead
ership. The Harvey forces taken completely
By surprise by this nank movement and will an
pear with counsel before the Board Of Elections IN
New York to-day and state their cnse
The fight for the leadership waved fast and f,ri-
Gus. and when the ballots were counted after tbe
primaries. majority OF q gave Cassidy the lead
eership But the Harvey men began 70 investi-
gate. and discovered that 2ss ballots were cast IN
the LIST Election District, where there were only 20
registered voters. and that in the ID Election Dis
trct there IA ballots cast for i.l Registered
voters Thirty-nve OF the ballots were cast illeg-
ally. and as Cassdys majority was q the situation
took on peculiar color.
Yesterday morning the contestants apD..-oa ~
fore Justice Garretson. in the special term OF the
Supreme Court at Flushing. and the ballot box.e
were opened The inspectors OF election were sum-
noned and the ballots emptIed on a table Turn
lhg ms Dack 10 the table Peter j. Fov drew 70
ballots from those OF the lst Election District and
three from those OF the I'd Election District tbi.
making the total Of the illegal ballots cast Al
though nve OF the ballots withdrawn y,ara u
vey'ss the recount In the entire Assembly Distr,.
gave him majority OF two Then appeared vogoI
with a new ceruhcati0n, which went to sbouy ~
Cassidys original majority was s2 and thai on tho
second count he had majority Of Seven ana yvas
sum leaoer. The contest will be fought ont herorn
the Board OF Elections to-day ~ 'eiOie
New-York tribune., 1909-09-28
JEROME HAS 10000 sIGNERs
His Supporters Still Hope That He Will Re
Nominated by Tammany.

AT ths Jefoms headquarters last night It was an
nounced that the Jerome petitions conto,noa ~.
names OF about ten thousand signers. and that ne
titions containing the names OF about hale ,ho,
number would be filed to-day with the Hoara q,
Elections To-day is the nrst day for hlinE inse-
pendent petitions.
The Jerome men still confident q, ohto,r,ns,
Tsmmsny's ENDORSEMENT for Mr.. Jerome. hut that
opinion is not shared by the Tammanv d,.t-,at
leaders. Asked last night II he intended 10 y,,n
as an inoepsndent candidate IL not nominated bv
the Democrats, Mr.. jerome said: -
The fact thar am hling my nominating natl
tions is an answer TO that question
Active campaign work the stunap will b.s,r
ss soon as the Hudson-Fulton ceebration 10 ONT
OF the way 10 Jul
New-York tribune., 1909-09-28
at CAvits.
SAILED.
THE KATAHolN TO BE A TARGET.

Washington. Sept 27-The ram Katahdin rrom
which much expected as a weapon OF war is
about 20 come 20 an ignominous end Her doom
was sealed to-day when the Acting Secretary Of the
Navy ordered that she should be towed from the
League Island Nav Yard to Hampton Roads as
soon as possible" IA thence To Washington All
machinery and useful material viii be removed and
the hull will be towed back to Hampton Roads 10
be used as "A target for battleships.
The katahdin was the idea of the late Rear Ad-
mlraI Ammen, and is relic Of the days when the
ram was seriously considered In naval warfare
Ihe vessel did not fuh the hopes of her designers
and therefore has been put 90 practical use