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The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08
ANNOUNCEMENT OF PEO-
PIES SUNDAY ALLIANCE.

The board of directors wish to an
nounce that during the present month
the series of papers on the important
subject of tuberculosis will be COM
pleted. Each presentation will be
important, as each essayist will en-
deavor to give the best practical infor-
nation at his command.
On the last Sun. of the month,
(Jan. 3Oth) will be the address of one
of Denver's best informed white ply
sicians on this subject. He is man
who perhaps has had the largest op-
portunity for practical observation of
any one in the state. DR.. G. w. Hol-
den, medical director of Agnes Memo
rial sanitarium, is the man. This in
stitution, as we know, is the rich
Phipps Sanitarium of this city and
what Dr. Holden will have to say will
be authoritative as well as interesting.
Don't miss any of the months series,
as they will lead up to the climax and
close of the series.
January 9Th.
Current Literature.
Paper, Helpful Hints on Tubercu-
losis"-P. E. Spratlin, M. d.
January 18th.
Current Literature.
Paper, Some Practical Prophylac-
tics"-D. DeFranz, M. d.
January 23rd.
Recitation, selected-Miss Elsie
Won Dickersohn.
Paper, "The Mortality Rate Among
Negroes"-E. L. Faulkner, M. d.
January 3oth.
Instrumental music, selected.
Vocal selection.
Address, What a We'll Regulated
Sanitarium or Health Farm Would Do
to Lessen the Death Rate from Tuber-
culosis''-G. w. Holden, M. D., Medi-
cal Director Agnes Memorial Santa
rum, Denver.
All of the papers will be open to
questions and for discussion. A cor
dial invitation is extended to all.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08
SHORTER A. M. E. CHURCH.

Denver, Colo, Jan. 6, 1910.
New Years Sunday brought a
magnificent congregation of worship
pers to the services all day. At 11:OO
a. m. the pastor delivered his New
Years sermon, on making room TOR
Christ. and administered the sacra-
ment of the Lords Supper to an un-
usually large number for a monthly
communion, In the evening Rev. j..
C. C. owens, D. D., delivered very
practical sermon, which brought forth
many complimentary remarks from
the audience. This was a Carnation
service. conducted by the lady ushers
of the church, who presented every
one attending with beautiful carne-
ton. Mrs. Charles West, acting presi-
dent. At the close of the services the
pastor was completely surprised when
Mrs. E. NJ. Reeves came forward and
ON behalf of the Club, in well chosen
words, presented him with neat
purse and hearty God Speed"
The church has decided to begin
spiritual campaign Sunday, January
10th. and close Sunday February 9Th,
with second quarterly meeting The
church and city needs this meeting
and each member is requested to do
his part in this effort.
Mrs. A. M. Ward has returned from
the hospital, after four weeks serious
illness, greatly improved, and the pas
TOR is looking himself again.
Sunday Services, January 9th.
Sunday School at 1000 a. m.-Mrs.
E. Waldon, superintendent.
The pastor will preach at HOO a.
m. and 1880 p. m. Morning subject,
Renewing Vows; evening subject,
weights that Hinder"
The Allen C. E. League will be led
by the pastor at $3.50 p. m. Mrs. Liz
zie Douglass, president.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Society ladies are always conceiving
new ideas. The Carnation Art Club
had Christmas tree December Gath
at the beautiful residence of Mr.. and
Mrs. ]. l.. Burnett. The house was
beautifully decorated with all kinds OF
Christmas decorations. The display
was wonder of admiration. Many
beautiful presents were received.
Lunch was served by Mrs. ]. l.. Bur-
nett, assisted by Mrs. VIM. Fletcher.
Mrs. John Hardy and Mrs. Burnett
acted as Santa Claus. The ladies'
with their arms loaded with presents
departed at six o'clock full of happi
ness and joy, wishing each other
merry Christmas and happy New
Year.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

dining room was very tastily decorat-
ed with palms, holly and Christmas
bells. Pretty little Japanese candles
furnished subdued light to the room.
Plates were laid for eight After din
ner very pleasant evening was spent
with music and cards. The guests were
as follows: Miss Blanch Gibson,
Washington. d. c.; Miss Isabelle Ross,
Los Angeles; Miss Elda Scott, Den
yer; Mrs. Martha Anderson, Denver;
Mr.. Louis Walls. Kansas City; Mr.
Frank James Moss, Denver.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

for the next year: President, Mrs. w.
A. Bobo; LIST vice president, F. ID. Nc
Pherson; 2nd vice president. Mrs. An
ma Mcpherson; 3rd vice president, G..
C. Ross; 4th vice president. w. S. Ey-
ans; secretary, Miss Leila Rice; treas
urer, Mrs. Frances E. Williams. Re-
freshments will be served free at the
installation. There will be a musical
and literary program rendered.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08
CHANGE OF OFFICE.

Drs Westbrook and Harper will re-
move their offices from 917 21st to
21st and Arapahoe streets, over the
Allen drug store. If there is any in
convenience in reaching them over
their old phone, Main 1144. patients
will get them by calling Main 1880.
Watch change in ad. for next week.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08
CARD OF THANKS.

We desire to return our heartfelt
thanks to our many friends for their
many expressions of kindly feelings
and gifts of flowers at the demise of
our loving wife and mother. Our spe-
cial thanks are due Companies No. 3
and No. 8 for the beautiful flowers
sent.
SILAS H. JOHNSON AND DAUGH-
TER, MRS. HARRY COWELL.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

The funeral of Rev. Lewis Watts oil
Cripple Creek, who died at the county
hospital December 30th was held at
,pethlehem Baptist Church January 80
luis age was so years. He was born
I in Virginia, lived in Armstrong MO-
for a number of years. Pastored IN
several of the cities. Rev. A. E. Reyn-
olds officiated at the funeral service.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08
scoTT's CHAPEL NOTES.

The Christmas tree and program
was a great success. The children
performed their parts well and were
handsomely rewarded for it. Mrs. w.
A. Bobo and Mrs. Emma Anderson
had charge Of the training of the chill
dren.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

The watch meeting last Friday night
was well attended. The pastor deliv-
cred a short sermon suited to the oc-
casion. Refreshments were served af-
ter the service and all went home
happy.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

The Rev, A. E. Reynolds of the
Bethlehem Baptist church will preach
the rally sermon Sunday afternoon at
three O'Clock. The Bethlehem choir
will furnish the music for the oc-
casion.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

The newly-elected officers of the
next Thursday evening by the pastor
The following efficient officers were
chosen to fill the responsible position
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

BY the will of the late Mrs Eben
Smith, who died two weeks ago. MISS
Mary Powell was left $4,OO0.Oo. MISS
Powell had been in her employ FOR
humber of years, She is a sister OF
Mrs. James Martin.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Rice Lodge, Elks, gave their grand
social and smoker at their hall, 1712
Curtis street, Wednesday evening.
Over one hundred Elks and their
friends enjoyed the Elks' milk and ci-
gars.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

/. Mrs. Virginia Goodwin of 4464 North
Delaware street served a six-course
dinner last Sunday to few OF her
friends, which was very enjoyable
affair.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

There will be meeting OF the LIZ
zie Froman Y, Monday evening jan
nary 10th, at Mrs. Scott's, 1850 Lafay-
ette street, rear, s o'clock BUSINESS
of Importance. Refreshments served
BY order of President Mrs. Stella
Scott. Eva Jones, Secretary.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

The Carnation Art Club met with
Mrs. Chas. Mckenzie, 1116 Emerson
street. last Friday. Mrs. VIM. Barnes
will entertain the club next Friday
at her home, 2761 Glenarm Place.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Plem ]. Jackson has been confined
to his bed during the past week with
la grippe. He is improving and his
many friends hope to see him out
soon.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

The pastor and his family were gra-
ciously remembered with many useful
gifts. Each member was presented
with a souvenir with the pastors
photo in miniature on the front page.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

The New Years ball given last
Monday night by Rice Lodge No. 80,
I.B. P. o. E. of W., at East Turner
hall, was grand success. Much credit
is due the committee.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

The Rev. A. E. Reynolds will deliv-
er the Rally sermon on the second
Sunday in January. The choir will
sing and the members and officers
will assist in taking the collection.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Two nicely furnished rooms fol
rent for light housekeeping. Apply
at 1850 Logan avenue.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Mrs. w. A. Bobo, class leader No
3. is very sick at her home on
Lnampa street. Wish for a speedy
recovery.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Mrs. Julia Whitaker, who is very
i'll at Mercy hospital, is improving
slowly.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Alexander Keelon, who had an oper-
alton performed on his throat this
week is doing nicely.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Mrs Lottie Bibbs has been confined
to her bed because of an attack OF
tonsilitis. She is recuperating at this
writing.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Mrs. L. w. jackson, of 4575 Grant
avenue, is confined to her bed with
pneumonia.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

The installation of the newly elect
ed Epworth League officers will be
postponed indefinitely, on account of
the illness of the president, Mrs. Bobo.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

The Eureka Literary Society was
well attended Sunday evening by
very appreciative audience, and very
excellent program was rendered.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Capt. Silas H. Johnson of Hose Co.
No. has been suffering with Sc
we're sore throat.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Mary A. Green of 1918 East High
street, Colorado Springs, was the
guest of George Murphy of 2217
Clarkson street last week.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Mrs. Anna Bobo is dangerously Ill
at her residence at 2014 Champa
street.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

For Rent 5-room brick, 1889 Marion
st. Inquire 1922 Clarkson st.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Nicely furnished front rooms fol
rent inquire at Mrs. Potts, 247 ia
son street.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Sunday evening, January End,
seven-course New Years dinner was
served at the home of Mr.. and MIS-
A. H. Hall of 4792 Claude Court. The
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

For Rent-A four-room house. Apply
1924 Curtis street, room 25.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Robert Williams, who was arrested
as a suspect in the Rupp murder, was
released by the chief of police Tues
day.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

H. Brown and wife of Glenwood
Springs are in the city, attending the
apple show.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

w. C. Bradfield was called to his
home in Mount Vernon, Ohio, Monday
night, on account of the serious ill
ness of his mother.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Mrs. Clara Hell 1don spent the holi.
days visiting in Alamosa, Colo.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Master Wendell Wallace is very i'll
He was missed from the services last
Sunday.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08
LOCAL NOTICES.

Hair cut, 15c. 1S47 Blake street.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

The infant of Mr. and Mrs. A. Camp
bell is convalescing. He has been very
sick.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Mr.. and Mrs. S. T. Jones of Pueblo
are guests of Mrs R. Edwards of 1887
Ars4pahoe street.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Meredith Lee returned home last
Wednesday from Hot Springs, Ark
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Mrs. P. E. Campbell's baby has been
very sick, but is better at this writ
ing.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Nicely furnished rooms for rent at
2041 Stout street.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Mrs. Eliza Jones has gone to the
bedside of her daughter in Decatur
Ala.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

w. A. Rice arrived home this week
from an enjoyable visit to Texas.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

Luke Wright has returned to hii
home in Pueblo.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

PROF. WILL TAYLOR, SPECIALIST
Hard corns.
Soft Corns.
Festered corns.
Nervo-vascular corns.
Vascular corns.
Laminated corns.
Fibrous corns.
Gala stiles spots.
Bunions.
Chilblain feet.
Ingrowing nails.
Call to see me in regard to your feet
gil 18th street. Phone Main '7402.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08
Ford's Hair P0mad0
=
IL
Fifty years of success have proved
the merIts of thls preparation

what ia more attractive than a beautiful
hsad of hair? 1t has been the ambition OF
women in all ages. The use of Ferd,s ham
Pomsde makes stubborn. harsh. kinky OF
curly hair softer, moro piiabie and glossy
easr- to comb and arrange in any style de-
sired Consistent with its length. as long as
the Pomade remains in the hair; This result
may be obtained by one thorough application
according to directions. Two to four applica-
tions a month will keep the hair in satisfac-
tory condition, and two TO four bottles. regular
size. are usually sufficient for year. Direc'
tions with every bottle.
The Colorado statesman., 1910-01-08

7 Mrs. A. M. Ward is improving, but
very slowly.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-05-24
FRATERNAL VISIT.

A de- ati n from A. E. Talbot Camp
No. 1912, Modern Woodmen o
America, of Washington, visited the
Ale1aodria Camp last night aud assisted
10 initiating a number of caDdidsLa In
to The order.
Speeches were made by Messrs. Fl.
IL Willard, aud J. F. Cassidy: of the
visiting camp, aud Mr.. Wythe White,
OF the local camp.
Refreshments were served during The
evening, snd at late hon, the Wash
iugtoniaps left for their homes greatly
pleased With their visit.
The following formed the delegation
from A. E. Talbot Osmp:
Oonsul, a. Fl Millard; adviser, a.
F. Doboow alsk;; patt consul, J. F. Gas
sldy; banker, J. q. DuraDd; escort, ].
F. Jones; characters, g. E. Miller and
V. W. Potter; degree team, J. Z. Dun
can, s. g. Robey, W. 8. Whest'ey, b.
E. Lsfourcsde, O. q. SmallWood, Theo,
Jones, J. F. Koniiz, R. E. EnDia,
Harry Ober, 8, s. O'Ksefe aud J. B
Hoofnsgle.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-05-24
PERSONAL.

Miss Marg ,ret N. Gemeny and Mr.. ]
Cnuton Lindsey, both OF this city, were
married last night at the parsonage o.
the Methodi,t Protestant Church. The
ceremony was performed BY Rev. J. NJ
Holmes.
Mr.. and Mrs. 5susrt Johns, Miss
Caroline Runter and Msj1r Robert
Hunter are occupying the Washington
O. ttage at Virginia Beach for severa
wet ks.
Mr.. George Guest, purser of Ih.
steamer Wakefield, who has been con-
6ned to his home in Washington during
the past month by illness, Is on duty
again.
Mrs. II D. Lucketf, of AsheVille, lie
visiting her mother, Mrs. r. d: Lyles,
on south Fairfax street.
Mr.. Joseph Keehner and Mlas Grace
Glesuer Augor, both of Baltimore, were
married in this city today.
Mr.. George L Summers, OF Baroes-
vile, Ga, is visiting his brother, Mr..
john W. Summers.
Mr.. and Mira. Winfield Jones aud
their little son, Carroll Piercs Jones. of
Atlanta, are visiting their parents, DR..
and Mrs. T. M. Jones.
NJ. Archie Maddox, afLer en- absence
from Alexandria of fifteen years, was
here today on a short visit. he vas on bis
way to West Virgins.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-05-24
ALEXANDRIA HOSPITAL.

The board of mBnsgers of the Alex.
an ,ria Hosp tai acknowledges the follow
Ing donations. The Oorby Baking Oom-
psny, ell the bread used 10 the hospital;
Z. Shnmsn & S,us, one gallon of les
cream weekly; Herman Bloch, pies
weekly; Mr.. Lewis Hooff, one quart OF
milk daily; the Alexandra G;zette daily /;
the Washington S:ar daily; Mico water
for entire Institution from the Mutual
lea Company; Robert Portner Brewing
Company, S25; Mrs. Clyde O. Lamont,
9 quarts tomatoes, 1quart canned apples,
l quart peas, l qusrt Strawberries; q
friend, 81; q friend, old linen; o. Y.
Barby, one barrel spplas; M. B. H'r-
low, box of orsnges; L. NJ. Blacktord,
$40; Woodlawn Circle Kiog's Daughters,
IS; a friend, old linen; First Baptist
Church, $40; ST. Vincent de Paul So
ciety, s25; Ohildren's Ward Society,
$3.50: 81. Luks's Circle, So; D. a. B
box cookies; Mrs. Dfeyfns, old lined;
Mrp. VIM Bryant, large chocolate cake
t, nurses; Mrs. NJ. E Bottle, two table
clothes; q friend, flowers; st, Luke's
Circle, 6 pairs of rubber gloves; Mr..
Landstreet, vegetables; VIM. Ar.
ripgton, fish on several occasions;
W. Hul6sb. rszor hone; friend, sand.
wichss; friend, Squar's pickles; Mrs.
McOaun, pickles, preserves aud tio"ers;
DR.. Wilkins, S dozen eggs; Mr.. SissoD,
fish; Mr.. Ayers, fab; Mrs. M. J. Bald
win; $50; Oolored Odd Fellows, Sl2, I'll;
w. O. T. IT,, flowers and poltad plsbt.;
Relief Association, tea and ii sacks OF
four; Miss Carver, flowers on several
occasions; Mrs. Oston, magazines; COL
ored children, Seminary Hill, foHert;
electric lighting from Alexandria Elec.
trio Light Company at so per cert dis
count,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-05-24
WEDDING.

The wedding of Miss Elizabeth Win.
ter Jones, daughter of Or. aud Mrs.
Thomas Marshall Jones, to Mr.. Richard
Henry Garter Beverley, son of Mr.. Will
liam Beverley, of Broad Run, will take
place tomorrow evening q. 8 o'clock al
the homo of the BRIDES parents on
Prince street and will be Witnessed by
only 8 email company of relatives and
intimate friends. The ceremony will be
performed BY the Rev. Father CASTOR
Payne, of Clifton Forge, an uncle OF
the bride. assisted by Father Oatler and
Father Kelley, CT this city. Miss Ann
Lewis Jones will be her sisters maid OF
honor and only attendant. Mr.. Ed
mu,d Hunter will be the groom's beat
maD. A reception, to which large
lumber of guests have been invited, will
follow the ceremony, and number Of
o1t-ot-town guest, have been included 10
the Invitations.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-05-24
TO LAY CORNERSTONE.

Bishop Gibson will oficiate at the
laying of the cornerstone Of St. Mary's
Episcopal Church, at Colonial Beach
tomorrow. The services will be under
the auspices OF the Masonic order, aud
the ceremonies performed by Colonial
Beach Lodge, No, 1919. Several OF the
officers of the Grand Ledge are ex'
pec!ed to tsks pant. Prominent Masons
from other lodg es will assist. The or.
st,r of the day will be Mr.. W. ]. Phil
lips, of Fredericksburg. The pastor OF
ST. Mary's, Rev. G. g. Phelps, has made
extensive pre- PREPARATIONS for the event. St.
MarY's Is located 10 what is known as
the Washington parish of the Richmond
diocese, having been 30 named before
the revolution, because it was the home
parish of The Washington family. For
many years services were held In various
private homes, and later 10 a small
church building. The late Rev. Dr..
Lstsne was pastor, The church has
been named 81. Mary for the late Mrs.
Mary Cotton, whose husband generously
tuosidizsd it.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-05-24
Encounter with Briean6s,

Harris onturc, Va, May PA let
ter from George b. size, q widely
known Harrisontu'Q st'"rnev. VIM vas
prominently mentioned for governor last
year, tells of recent thrilling encounter
with brlgands near Joppa, Jerusalem.
Mr.. Ste separated from his wife and
three daughters while sightseeing and
returned few moments to find them
unconscious. Two men had chloro:
formed them for the purpose of commit.
ting robbery. Site, although armed
only with smell cane, attacked the two
sad beat then over the heads. The
three fought urtil officers arrived and
placed the brigaods under srrest. None
OF the lsdies were seriously Injured.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-05-24
MEMORIAL DAY.

Today is Confederate Memorial Day
in Alexandria and Is being observed SO
sucb. The various committees from Lee
Camp and the several auxiliary societies
visited the cemeteries near this city and
stre~ed flowers over the graves OF the
Confederate soldiers buried therein.
Later the Confederate monument at the
corner OF Washington and Prince streets
and the mound In Christ Church yard
we're decorated. A stand has been
erected at the monument where this
evening appropriate exercises will be
held according to the programme pub
lished yesterday.
Last night those VINO will take part In
the memorial exercises this evening met
at Lee Camp Hall to practice and today
the hall was kept open for the reception
OF flowers used In the decoration for
today.
10 honor of the occasion the public
schools held but one session today.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-05-24
Accident to an Editor.

New York, May "a Il was swsf
dream tus a sad awakening for Frank
Putop, a Boston editor. who arrived
hers lodsy en- The COLONIAL Express.
Dreaming he wandered among the
stare, drank from the big dipper, and
firted With Veru, he was having the
time OF his life when Hslley's comet
came dashing toward him With the speed
OF a st u orette In a lobster palace. 81;
must push 1t aside. he thrust his arm
forth.
Then be woke up. he had pushed
his hand through the window OF
sleeper and had it almost removed by s
signal post past which the train Wal
FISHING. BE vas taken to the Lincolr
H ospital and his Injuries dressed. Their
be resumed bis journey to Washington
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-05-24
TUESDAY, JUNE 7tb."

This sign, which hes been pisced in
some very conspicuous places in this
city, and which has caused no little
comment, has at last been explained.
TUESDAY, June 7th" is to be Military
Day at Marshall Hall, It belpg the
second annual excursion of the Alex.
sndria Light Infantry. The committee
ia charge have arranged a very com
plete programme of special features,
including bssebsll game in the after
noon and 8 prizs drill for the company
and individual drill medal st night.
These besides the other Gestures will
make the day q most e5joysble one foi
all those who 60.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-05-24
ACCIDENT TO A TRAIN.

Tyent7..wo passengers were slightly
;,;u,sd in wreck 8: O'Clock yesterday
afternoon of special, running as second
section of passenger train NO. l0 OF the
S,nt ,arn Railway pear CsdarRun bridge,
hotwaen Ostett aud Calvertou. The
enuine and four passenger coaches were
dsrsiled 400 yards from the bridge 3 q
resuls. sccordicg to tis engineers and
f,ensn $ statements, off misunderstand.
ing of danger signals.
The track was plowed up for dis
ssncs of 200 feet. The eGgine parted
from tue train scarcely 80 feet from the
bridge, and was brought to q stop on the
bridge. Had the train gone the length
of two coaches farther fearful loss Of
life wiuId have been inevitable.
Physicians from Cslvertou, Warren ton
ana other nearby t,wns gave aid to the
irisred, and all we're carried t, Wash
ing,ou on specisl train which passed
Though this city last night,
The wreck WAS the result OF a misu1-
Outstanding of a Danger signsl, which
the f,gman Of section fo'ee claims to
havs given the engineer of the wrecked
trsiu. The section men Tere repairing
the track just few moments before the
wrecked train WAS sighted. The section
foreman claims thst torpedoes were
placed on the track at regulation distance
and that bis fsgmsn wss sent back in
accordance with the rules.
The engineer says the asgman was
Carrying his flag 1dsr his srm when his
ttsip, yuoniug at 80 miles an hour,
shot past him. This statement is COZ
roborated By the fireman. Fcut sleepers
aud the baggage car were. wrecked.
Twisted iron, broken car wheels, and
bsot rails were mu;h in evidence.
The train WAS running as special
from New Orleans to Washington, and
PULLED out of Atlanta, Gi., ten hours
late. Ia order to make up time, it wss
speeding 8. fifty miles when the accident
occurred.
L3comotive;;No. 1916 was attached to
the train. 1t was in charge OF Engineer
r. L. Parton.