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The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1909-04-15
GOT AWAY WITH 81, 900.
Robbers Dynamite the Safe of the
Woodlawn, ILL.,, Bank

Mount Vernon. ILL.,. April 15.-The
bank at Woodlawn, a small town seven
miles west of here on the Louisville &
Nashville railroad, was robbed early
today. Five masked men dynamited the
safe, wrecking it and the interior of
the building, and escaped with $1,000 in
currency.
They were tracked for some distance
by bloodhounds but the dogs lost the
trail when the bandits entered a We
hicle and drove away. The bank was
insured against robbery
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1909-04-15
THEY SAW MRS. BOYLE.
But Did Not Say She Was the One
Sought.

Mercer, Pa, April 15.-Mr. and Mrs.
H. Choteau Dyer, of ST. Louis, who
came here for the purpose of Identify
ing Mrs. James Boyle, one of the
Whitla abductors, were today taken to
the Jail, where they saw and talked
with the woman.
Immediately after the conference At
torney Cochran, for the prosecution,
took the Dyers to his office and refused
to allow them to make a statement.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1909-04-15
CoFFRO11H AFTER ANOTHER.
Is Now Trying to Match Battling Mel
son and PacIxy Mcfarland.

New York, April 15.-Jimmy
Coffroth, manager of the Colma Ath-
letic club, who yesterday matched
Jack Johnson and Stanley Ketchel for
a fight, will leave today for Chicago,
where he will meet Battling Nelson
and Packy Mcfarland tomorrow to
secure their signatures for a forty
five round bout at Colma on July 4.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1909-04-15
HUTCHINSON WOMAN A SUICIDE
Pushed the Trigger of Shotgun With
Broomstick.

Hutchinson, Kan. April 15.-Sitting
on bed and placing the muzzle of her
husbands shotgun at her breast, Mrs.
Robert Reed, 80 years old. pushed the
trigger with broom handle and killed
herself. Illness is believed to have
caused the suicide. She leaves three
children.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1909-04-15
Buildings CoIIapse

Petersburg, Va. April 15.-An annex
to the Chesterfield hotel and a four
story shoe store adjoining occupied by
J. o. James. collapsed Wednesday. There
were no fatalities, but the property
damage is considerable. The guests
were aroused by the cracking of tim
bers and got out safely.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1909-04-15
Benefit for Clara Morris.

New York, April ia remarkable
programme has been arranged for the
Clara Morris benefit at the New York
theater Friday afternoon. Practically
every actor and actress of Importance
in New York will take part The show
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1909-04-15

is in the nature of a testimonial to
Miss Morris. rendered by members of
the dramatic and musical professions
under the auspices of the Twelfth
Night club. Clara Morris will appear
in the sleep walking scene from Mac
BETH
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1909-04-15
STUBS TO INVESTIGATE
Governor VIII Look Into Charges
Against Soldiers Home.

A complaint has been lodged with
Gov. Stubs against the management
of the State Soldiers home at Dodge
City. 1t came from an old soldier
who lives at the home and in the
charges he makes a general attack on
the management. The principal
charges are that certain favorites get
better food than other less fortunate
inmates of the home. Harsh treat
ment is also alleged. Gov. Stubs has
declared that he will have a thorough
investigation made of the home at
once.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1909-04-15

Leavenworth County Pioneer Dead.
Leavenworth, Kan. April 15.-Louis
Skaggs, SO years old. an early settler
of Leavenworth county, is dead at his
home near Tonganoxie. He came to
this county in 1854.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1909-04-15
ADJUSTMENTS.
At the Grand.

Charles Kein's greatest dramatic eff
fort, The Lion and the Mouse" will
be seen at the Grand Saturday, in both
matinee and night performances. A
good deal of interest is always attached
TO this production, touching as it does
upon the misdealings in high financial
circles, an always popular theme. Henry
B. Harris, who has charge of the pro-
duction, has gathered a good company,
which includes Paul Everton and Edna
Archer Crawford in the principal roles,
both of whom have been with the COM
pany four or five seasons. The entire
company Is selected from two companies
of last season, which insures an unus-
ually strong aggregation.
1.-THE Thief" which comes to the
Grand next Monday, is one of the hits
of the season. This drama, written by
the brilliant young French dramatist
Henri Bernstein, enjoyed an unusual
run of almost an entire season at the
Lyceum in New York and the French
play is still having a run in London
and Paris. The theme of the play deals
with the frantic efforts of a young wife
to look handsome in the eyes of her
husband. So anxious is she in her de-
signs that she must look elsewhere for
the means, and her natural recourse is
theft. Around this little plot is woven
an interesting three act production which
| in the number of situations and rapid
ty of action is an equal of any of the
| great masterpieces
| At the Majestic.
Henry and Alice Carver this week
have an exceptionally strong act- which
combines some delicate feats of equili-
brism with some rare sharpshooting
performances. Henry Carver balances
a number of dishes and household eff
fects on the small branch of a date
palm, while Alice Carver makes a num-
Der of difficult shots, rarely failing in
her efforts. The remainder of the pro-
gramme is also high class, comprising
the three following acts: A military
travesty by Halliday and Curley 1.-The
| Battle of Too Soon" Emily Benner,
who has a rich baritone voice just like
| a mans; Phil Statta, pianologist and
| monologuist; Glenn Waggoner in illus
trated song and the Majestiscope mo-
ton pictures. ~
At the Novelty.
North Brothers at the Novelty are
lcertainly making stock productions
popular in Topeka. This week the We
hicle is the famous parochial play made
famous by Daniel Sully, THE Parish
Priest" which is reproduced only or
the payment of a high royalty. The cast
for this production is strong one
and there is no weakly played role in
the entire play. The Chicago Ladies
orchestra also plays every evening, and
this is a popular feature in itself. A
half hours programme is played before
the rise of the curtain every evening
and a number of special solos are fea-
ltured between acts.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1909-04-15

Tell your carpenter to see j.
Thomas Lumber Co., for Lumber and
Portland Cement, the Dewey, none
better.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
CASE CONTINUED.

Henry Smith, indicted as one of the
perpetrators Of the murder last March Of
Walter F. Schultz, vas brought from the
county Jail by Officer Knight this morn
ing and taken before the Corporation
Court when upon his own motion his
case was continued till the December
term. He WAS then returned to his cell
in the county Jail. While here he was
reminded by Chief Goods that the date
for the electrocution Of his three accom-
pIices was drawing near, that 1t was a
fearful thing for innocent men to be put
- death and that the three men had re-
Gently written lettsrs protesting their in
nocence. Smiths reply to Chief Goods
was: "They are the men,"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
REPUBLIOAN COMMITTEE.

The Republican City Committee
opened headquarters on the first floor
of ia North Fairfax street, last night.
There was full attendance OF the men,
bers. 1t was decided that campaign OF
education would be conducted In this
city, placing before every voter the vital
questions affecting both state and city.
Mr.. Joseph l.. Orupper, candidate for
state treasurer, WAS present and gave
the committee some very interesting
facts and encouraging news.
The committee is composed of active
young men aud it is their intention to
push the campaign vigorously. Chair
man Eggborn expressed himself as much
pleased with the harmony existing In
the republican ranks.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
DEATH AT The HOSPITAL.

About two O'Clock last Friday after
noon Officer RsWlett saw q strange COL
ored man, about fifty years of age, lean.
ing against a house at the corner of
King and West streets. The man ap-
peared to be i'll snd the officer, after es-
costing him, procured vehicle and had
him conveyed to the Alexandria Hos
pital. He wss 100 III to give his name
and address. DR.. Delaney subsequently
attended him, but his condition did not
improve and his death followed yester-
day evening. The remains were re-
moved to Mr. B. Whestley's undertsk-
Ing establishment. 1t is said that the
stranger was placed on a sOuthbound
electric train at Arlington Junction
about noon last Friday and that he left
the cars st King and West streets. 1t
is suggested that the man had been en-
ployed in Alexandria county aud upon
being taken sick was sent to this city.
1t has since been learned that the man
bore the name of George Brook.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23

The condition of Rev Osborn Belt,
whose collapse vas mentioned In yetter-
davis Gazette, hss shown no material
change during the past twenty-four
hours. He Is still showing the effects
of physical and mental troubles which
have overtsken him during the past
few days. His friends who have studied
his condition, however, are hopeful, aUd
it is believed that by removing him from
all lsboTs aud cares for q short lime and
introducing him to new scenes and ANNA
ting conversation of acquaintsnces, heWill
soon Se brought into bis normal state.
Previous to the troubles which have
come upon him Mr.. Belt was actively
engaged 10 conducting revival services at
Herndon, Fairfax county. The lsbors
and incidental excitement are believed
10 have affected his nervous system,
and be subsequently suffered from 10.
somnia which eliminated 10 the break
down of yesterday morning. The mis-
fortunate which has oyertaken Mr.. Belt
Is sincerely regretted not only by the
members Of bis congregation but by the
entire community. Earnest, faithful
aud untiring 10 his calling, he has
doubtless strained his vitality to such a
degree that rest is absolutely necessary
for his recuperatioD.
Rev. DR.. Sumwalt, superintendent
of Washington district, Of which Trinity
M. E. Church is part, has made ar
engagements TO have the pulpit of that
church filled at all regular meetings,
thus giving Mr.. Belt, the pastor, con-
plete rest. This, 1T is hoped, will shortly |
restore him to his ususi beslth.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
REOORD TARGET PRACTICE.

Mention WAS made a few days ago of
The record made by the Coast Artillery
COMPANY, commanded by Capt. Charles
L. Fisher, of this city. The New York
Post hiss the following to say Of the
record
A record for the artillery in firing with
the ten inch guns at moving targets is
believed to have been made at Fort
Hancock on Monday ny Capt. Charles
l.. Fisher, commanding the Eighteenth
Company, Coast Artillery. -Four hits
ont of four shots we're made at a range
of 7,l4O yards actual and 1850 yards
corrected. The time was two minutes
and the figure of merit Was 26O. Capt
Fisher has one of the best companies In
the service He was appointed to the
artillery corps from civil life in 1901,
and received his commission as captain
In 1905
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
PERSONAL.

Bishop elect Arthur s. Lloyd and hi
family have reached this city and ar
now domiciled at their home at thu
southeast corner of Alfred and Cameron
streets, which the bishop has leased TO-
term Of years from M. NJ. B. Harlow
Miss Elizabeth Brown, OF Nelson
county and Miss Emma Thorn, OF SANDY
Spring, Md, have returned to Alexan'
dria after spending pleasant Vscatlcr
at their respective homes.
Mr.. Albert Magalis left yesterday tt
visit his parents at Rosnoke.
Mr.. r. E. Lee, of RsvenesWorth, wal
In this city today.
Miss Mary Davis, of Alexandris, and
Mr. Samuel Simon Moskiewitz, of Wash
ingtOn, we're married In Rockville 90
Tuesday by Rev. 8. z. White, of the
Baptist Church, at the home of the min
lister.
Mr.. Thomss A. Fisher hss returned
from visit to his brother, Ospt. Ohas.
L. Fisher, at Fort Schuyler, N. Y.
Mr. @. Aylett Ashby, prominent
lawyer and city official of Newport News,
who recently retired from his profession
to enter the ministry, arrived ut the
Episcopal Theological Seminary, near
this city yesterday and matricnlsted at
that institution. Mr.. Ashby wss given a
farewell dinner by the bench and bar OF
Newport News on Monday night and
was presented with a handsome loving
cup.
Mr.. Henry o. Phillips entertained
several friends from Richmond and
few from this city at his cottage at the
Dyke yesterday.
The Elks' Dramatic Club will repro
duce that interesting comedy drama
"The Merry Oobbler" st the Opera
House on Wednesday, the 29ih instant,
for the benefit OF Mr.. Frederick Schwsb,
who lost one of his feet by an accident at
Luna Park recently.
Mr.. Earl Lynn and Miss Lizzie Did
zoneit, daughter ct Mr.. Frederick DidzO-
nett. will be married tonight at s
,'clock by Rev.H Schroeder at the resi-
ience of the bride-elect's father, 5l2
Cameron street. Upon their return
rom an extended tour through the north
Mr.. and Mrs. Lynn will make their
home with the BRIDES father.
Governor Swanson has appointed Mr..
Alex. ]. Wedderburn as delegate to
The Farmers National Congress to be
held in the city of Raleigh, N. O., on
November 3.
Mr.. and Mrs. Anthony E. Smoot,
who we're married at the parsonage OF
The M. E. Church South yesterday
evening, left on the Norfolk steamer for
Norfolk. A host of friends gathered at
he wharf to bid them bon voyage.
After a pleasant ten days fishing and
cunning trip on the lower Potomac
Messrs. Carl and Harry FeischmanD,
Louis Sbuman, Chss. B. Marshall and
F. O. Spinks have returned to this city.
They report a pleasant time.
Miss Lula Myers has returned from
Pseonisu Springs, where she spent the |
past FIVE weeks.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
A MUTINOUs NEGRO.

Horace Wade, negro deckhsud on
the Norfolk steamer Southland, caused
considerable excitement on the trip up
the river Tuesday night by sssaulting
aud cutting John Mauns, colored, aud
threatening to kill Capt. Posey with an
axe. The latter discharged his pistol
at the negro, the ball from which graEed
his neck, when Wade fled into the hold
of the steamer, begging the cap ain not
to shoot st him sgsiu. Wade was
turned over to the authorities upon the
arrival of the steamer in Washington
yesterday morning and was later brought
before the u. S. Commissioner who
held him in default of 81, 600 bail.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
A CORRECTION.

Mr.. Harry Ale told representative
of the Gazette this morning that 1t was
William Ale who forfeited his collateral
in the Police Court yesterday morning.
Ale, It will be remembered, had been
arrested for asssulting aud numerically
beating Hugh Charlton near the corner
of Queen and Lee streets, Tuesday night
Mr.. Harry Ale is a quiet, laW.abiding
citizen, and In justice to him this cor
rection should be made. The name
published 10 the GSzstte was, 1t Is
claimed, given by the prisoner and 1t
was copied from the docket OF the Police
Court,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
CHARTER.

The Corporation Commission has
granted a charter to the Positive Rail
Anchor Company QucOrporsted), Alex
audria. Incorporators, W. M. Mitchell,
president; Fl. 0. Wieland, secretary and
treasurer; P. r. Taylor, vice president,
all of Louisville, KY. Capital: Maxi
mum, $50, 900; minimum, $50, 600. OBJ
jects Commercial manufacturing bust
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
ORDER FROM A DISTANCE.

Secretary Alex. j. Wedderburn, OF
the Washington Monument Association,
has received a letter from Mr.. B. l..
Terry, secretary of Alexandria Lodge,
No. "a, A., F. & A. NJ, Alexandria,
Neb., ordering two of the George Wash
ington Masonic memorial medsllions,
and stating in his order that he hoped to
be present at the dedication Of the monu-
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
POLICE COURT,

CJustice II. B. Cation presiding.
The following cases we're disposed OF
bis morning.
Benjamin Thomas, colOred, charged
with disorderIy conduct and fighting,
was 6ued S.
Joseph Mitchell, ColOred, charged
with using threatening and abusive Ian
gusge toward George Gray, also colored'
was dismissed.
Hannah Lomsx, colOred, charged
with disorderly conduct, was dismissed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
DEATH OF THOMAS HILL.

Mr.. Thomas Hill, Of Baltimore, only
surviving brother Of the late Geo. D.
Hill, OF this CITY, died at Melrose, Mass,
on the 2lst. Mr.. Hill was away on q
summer vacation, aud died after short
illness. He will be buried in Baltimore
tomorrow. Mr.. Hill was actively en-
gagged in the real estate businesS 10 Bali.
more for many years. He retired several
oeara Avn
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
THE SEASON OPENS.

Several popular young ladies Of north
Washington street, combined last night
aud gave a delightful entertainment,
Dancing and conversation was the pro-
grsmme of the evening. Delicious re.
freshments were served at eleven O'Clock,
every one going home at late hour in
the soft moonlight, after having had
most ENJOYABLE time.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
AMUSEMENT

In line with the programme of the
amusement houses OF this city there will
be 40 entire change Of vaudeville at both
the Surprise Theatre and the Opera
House and the talent 10 appear is among
the best on the stage. The show put
on tonight will continue until Saturday
night, but the pictures will be changed
each night.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
WATCH RECOVERED.

A gold watch belonging to Al. Fer
guson, alleged to have been stolen re-
Gently from the home of Dan Thompson,
10 Fairfax county, short distance below
Alexandria, has been recovered by Oon-
stable Payne from jeweler 10 this city.
The latter says he purchased the time
piece from colored man who gave his
name as w. S. Jones, of Washington.
1t is believed that negro nov serving a
term in the Fairfax jail stole the watch
and sold it under the nsme of Jones.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
PROLONGED HER VISIT.

A resident OF Washington appeared
at the station house this morning and
stated that his niece, q native OF Ohsrles
county, Md, was making prolonged
visit to Alexandria, aud he asked that
she be compelled to return to her home:
The WashiDgtonisn stated that the girl
was between IL and Is years old and
that she had been living with her grand
mother Ia Charles county. The man
was told that the affair would be in
vestigated.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
ROBBERY.

The small frame barber's shop snd
store on the western end Of the old fair
grounds, on upper King street, conducted
BY James LIghtfoot, colored, was entered
by thieves on Tuesday night and tobacco,
cigars, etc., stolen. The entrance was
effected through q window, the sash of
which was demolished.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
CORPORATION COURT.

Judge L. O. Barley presiding.]
Henry Smith, colored, indicted for
murder; case continued until the Deem
Der term.
Lillian f. Clarkson vs.. Reginald
Olarkson, degree for divorce on statutory
grounds.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23

The Red Gross Shoes for tender feet
The ladies who wear the Red Cross
Shoes always wear 3 smile. Sold only
by J. A. Marshall & Bro, 422 King
street.,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
REV. Mr.. BELTS CONDITION.

For this section showers tonight or Friday
8ooler Friday; moderate sOuthwesterly winds.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23

White Canvas, Barefoot Sandals
regular price S1.OO. Our Price
this week 59c. John A. Ma rshall
s. Bros. 422 King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23

ALLOW shoes at cost price for
a few day only at John A. Mar
shalI & Bro. 421 King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23

r OST.-Between King steeet aud Seminary
l. Hill, gun metal PURSE, containing pa
per money. Reward if returned to Gazette
office seD22 2ts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23

EOR SALE OR RENT-rhree story brick
STORE 3Ol-SOS Cameron street. For
sale--store and dwelling northwest corner Of
Columbus and Franklin streets. Apply TO
Pr. DOWNEY,
sep22 If Colonial Apartments No..4.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23

WANTED AT once - three UNI JR-
w NISHED ROOMS; must have be e.
Address 525 King street. sep22 -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
Local Matters.
Sun and Tide Table.
Weather Probabilities.

Sun rises tomorrow at 5.b0 and sets at 5.56
High water at 2.2S a. m. and 3.07 p. m.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1909-09-23
FOR SALE CHEAP.

TWENTY.EIGHT BUILDING lots in
the v.st end section OF Alexandra, near the
New Union Depot. This property is bound
+ y incyeass in value. Address WASHING
in ca. Gazette office.
sept 5 st
NToTICE Having qualified as administra-
~ Tor a. Of the estate Of Mrs. Roverts
q Gorbsm' deceased. all persons having
claims saainst the said estate are hereby
notified to nresent the same to me duly veri-
ed for settlsment, and all persoos indebted
to sid eStat, are hereby notified to make
n, nrorant nsyment Of their Indebtedness to me.
P'O"'P' p"' GEL ESTER q. DUNCAN,
sentls lot Administrative.
The Salt Lake tribune. [volume] (Salt Lake City, Utah) 1890-current, 1909-06-12
Dun s Trade Review.

NEW YORK, June 11-P c. Dun g.,
Co.'S weekly review Of trade tomorrow
will say:
Progress is making toward further busi-
ness ACTIVITY and the unexpected delay in
the treatment OF the tariff and the some
what disappointing June crop statement
have not served TO check the improve
ment.
Greater and larger volume of transac
tions are observed in the primary cotton
goods market than for long time past.
Jobbers are the principal operators
There is an advancing tendency In the
majority of heavy goods. which Will
probably curtall foreign demand for some
rime. In the print cloth division narrow
cloths show Increased Hrmpess as a re-
suit OF operations, comprising between
200. 900 and 300, 900 pieces, extending on
delivery into September. The wooden
goods division interest t present centeTs
in the opening OF staples by the leading
producer.
Demand as whole shows an improve
ment in shoe conditions, perhaps more
marked at the present time than for any
period since the dullness set In,
In the packer hide market the move
ment has been fairly active at firm
prices, with some advances. due TO i'm
! Is an active leather market. leading st
Louis shoe manufacturers having made
! heavy purchases OF sole leather at Bos
| ton. Demand has also been good from
other buyers. with numerous sales o
| from 10000 to $4,000 sides and bends o
/ sole feathers IN ali tannage reported
| Prices are firmly established at the ad
vance and I'm some instances highe
prices are again quoted