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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
EDUCATION Is AIDED BY
MILLIONS OF PULITZER

New York. Nov. 1.-THE will OF
Joseph Pulitzer was filed for
probate today. The most conspic-
uous features are the ratification of
the gift of S1,OO0.0OO to Colum bia
university for the establishment of
a school of journalism and the rat
ificatiOn Of an additional s1,O00,000
for the same purpose, subject to GER
tain conditions which, If not COM
piled with by Columbia before the
amount is paid over Will result in
the sum going TO Harvard university,
one-half of il for a school Of jour-
nalism and one-half for many un-
usual prizes and scholarships as set
forth in the will. in addition 10 out
lining at length the school of jour
naIism plan the document sets
forth Il large number of interesting
bequests not previously known.
Among these are:
Two hundred and fifty thousand
dollars for scholarship fund at Co
luIubia university.
Five hundred thousand dollars to
the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Five hundred thousand dollars to
the Philharmonic society of New
York.
One hundred thousand dollars to
Mr. Pulitzer's faithful valet, Jabez
Dunnin CHAM.
one hundred thousand dollars TO
be distributed by the executors
among his personal secretaries,
readers and companions and certain
editorial writer's employed on the
World
Fifty thousand dollars for the
erection OF a fountain in Central
park.
twenty-five thousand dollars for
the erection of a statue of Thomas
jefferson in New York city and some
minor beqUests.
The capital stock Of his two news-
papers, the New York World and
st. Louis Post-Dispatch, are left In
trust for his sons and their male is
sue during the lives of the two
younger sons.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
RICHESON PLEADS NOT
GUILTY; HEARING JAN. is

RiCheson. the Cambridge minister in
GiCted for the murder or Miss Avis Lin
nell. will face d judge and jury January
15. the date fixed for his trial yester-
day. when the pastor appeared in the
Suffolk county superior court. He took
his place IN the steel cage for Grim
inaIs and remained standing during the
proCe edinEs. II took the clerk seven
minutes to read the indictment and at
its conclusion Richeson n q clear
voice and without any emotion. plead
ed not guilty
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
LIFE VIEWS DISAGREE
SAYS MRS. HARRINGTON

Indianapolis, Ind, Nov. IL
Mrs. Booth Harrington, after being
awarded a divorce decree yesterday,
made the following statement:
"In justice TO both of us, / will
say that l fully acquit Mr. Tarking-
ton OF any Intentional unkindness to
me. The differences between us are
of temperament and habit and after
nine years of effort IL is apparent
TO both OF us that we cannot recon
ciIe our views of life. The fact that
we have not been able to come 10
the same viewpoint does not mean
that either of us approves OF divorce
for any light reason"
Mrs. Harrington is the daughter
OF the late Stoughton J. Fletcher,
who was a wealthy banker Of this
city. She Is a writer of verse and
contributed it to the magazines. She
and her husband maintained a resi-
deHce in Indianapolis, but spent a
great deal OF time at Paris, Capri
and New York.
In its decree the court said the
matter Of compensation TO Mrs.
Harrington had been arranged sat
isfactorily In a private agreement.
She did not ask for alimony. The
custody Of their 5-year-oId daughter
ig given to Mrs. Harrington, but Mr..
Harrington is permitted 10 have the
child for one month each year and
cat such other times ss the COT
may approve after application ha
bean made 10 il -
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
Radicals Gain Ascendency
and Taotai FIees to
Hongkong.
MOVE ON WALLED CITY
Republican CoIorS Raised Over
PaIace-JapaneSe EmbIemS
UnfurIed Also.

Annoy, Nov. 1.-THE radicals gained
the ascendancy here and Taotai Chang
was compelled to fee to Hongkong
during the night The city is in great
confusion. The American warships
Saratoga. Monterey and Quires arrived
today. Two British destroyers are
here.
RAISE REPUBLICAN FLAG.
Early this afternoon crowds began
TO assemble for the conference with
revolutionary leaders. At 2:30 the
gunboat Quenkai. flying the dragon
flag, cast OF its lines and steamed out
of the harbOr. Then about a thousand
revolutionists formed line and
marched on the walled city, where they
raised the republican emblem over the
taotai's palace at $50. simultaneously
a few tri-cOlors were displayed in other
quarters of the city. Many japanese
and white flags also appeared.
SHERMAN TO CHINA.
Manila. Nov. 14-Announce cement was
that the sailing of the transport Sher-
that the sitting of the transport Sher-
man for the United States was post
pOned. No official explanation was OF.
fered. but many officers expressed a
belief that the boat is being held for
use in carrying troops to China
large detachment OF soldiers is ready
TO move on "a hours notice.
COMMITTEE Is GOVERNING.
st. Petersburg. Nov. IA dispatch
from Mukden confirms a report that
the Manchurian government has pass
ed into the hands OF a committed.
Also that Chinese constitutional lead.
ers are comforting there as to the best
means Of ending the revolution with
out further bloodshed.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14

eral. The case was submitted TO the
supreme court for affirmation last
April. The effect Of the decision is 70
prevent all companies comprising the
International company from conducting
further business in the state.
FORM SELLING COMPANY.
The International company was o.
ganized in 1902 II absorbed success
lively the Mccormick, Deering, Warder,
Bushnell & Glessner. Plano, NiIwau-
kee. Keystone. Minnie Altman. Miller
Buckeye, and the D. NJ. Osborne com
pany.
The International Harvester com
pany. Commissioner Brace declared iu
his report, by reason of its enormous
capital Of $4,000. 900. could not OBJ
tain a license in Missouri, so the In
ternationaI Harvester Company Of
America. a selling agent, was organ
lied and obtained a license.
PLAN TO EVADE LAWS.
This concern, Judge Brace said, was
organized simply 10 evade the laws Of
the state which barred the holding
company from entering. The commits
siorer found that the International had
practically a monopoly on the sale Of
binders IN Missouri
CAN REHAIN If IT oBEYs.
The decision provides that II the
company pays the fine and separates
Itself from the international Harvester
company OF New Jersey, files state
ment Of ita business and shows It TO
the court Il will obey the laws in the
IL can be permitted TO continue
business In the state. Sixty days are
allowed To comply with the order.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
Big Business Must Know
Standing, They Tell
Him.
CABINET HAS MEETING
Tariff and Combinations Main
Issues Before the Coming
Session of Congress.

Washington. Nov I4.-PTesident
Taft met his cabinet today for the
first time in three months. Secretary
Stimson, who is in Kansas City, Was
The only member absent
It Is generally believed IN official
circles that Secretary Wilson is only
delaying announcement Of MS reslgna-
Jion until tns presideEt decides upon
another man for the place.
MESSAGE - CONSIDERED.
The meeting today was largely de-
voted TO consideration OF the pTesi-
dents message and official reports OF
cabinet officers. The presidents rec
concentrations TO congress for supple
mentary antitrust legislation, proba-
bly, along lines of federal incorpora-
lion act. will be formed af,er confer
ences with Attorney General Wicker
sham
TARIFF AND THE TRUSTS.
II is understood the presidents ad-
visers today pointed out that the work
coming before congress will center up
on two main issues-tarif7 and trusts.
The presidents advisers seem 10 favor
Legislation which will permit business
10 go ahead and know where II stands.
n became known today that the deci-
sion In the National City bank case
viii probably be made soon by the
president. even though some steps
have been taken TO dissolve the rela-
lions between the banks OF the Ma
tional City company.
POWERFUL INFLUENCES FELT.
Certain powerful western bankers
are reported to be insisting that the
legality OF such q corporation as the
National City company be fully deter
mined before they win give fun sup
port 70 the &Idrich plan Of currency
reform.
COST OF LIVING MESSAGE.
Washington. Nov. 1.-THE president
is planning 10 take up the high cost
of living in q special message to con
gress when he transmits the report Of
ne tariff boards Investigation of the
wool and cotton schedules. II is also
said the president will vigorously re-
new his recommendations for q per
cells post The tarin boards findings
Will show, II is declared, that much OF
the high cost OF living is due to the
middleman rather than the tariff
GERMANY PRESENTS PULP CLAIM.
Washington, Nov. 14.-Germany TO-
day made formal claim. under the fav-
ored nations clause in the existing
treaty. for the same privileges enjoyed
by the Canadian pulp and paper of free
autry into America Other countries
nave made the same request The
american publishers association
also fled with the state depart
ment plea that the applications of
these countries be Immediately allow
pf
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
BRYAN REITERATES HE is
NOT TO BE A CANDIDATE

Chicago, Nov. 14.-William y.
Byran and Senator Kern of Indiana,
who was Bryan's running mate in
the last presidential election. met
here today. Kern is here as mem
ber of the Lorimer committee and
Bryan came TO attend a banquet.
They held a long conference on the
political situation. Bryan reiterat-
ed an intention not to run for pTesi-
dent again.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
CALL SIXTH VENlRE
IN M'NAMARA CASE

Los Angeles. Cal, Nov. 1.-THE
fth yenire in the Mcnamara case ap-
peared in court today, and the tedious
examination OF talesmen was contiu-
led. There are now in the box three
worn jurors and six meu accepted a.
20 cause by both sides. II developed
-uat Oscar Lawrence. formerly assist
ant attorney general connected Win
he department OF the interior. who Hg-
ured in the so-cslled lIl1Eer-PjnChot
controversy, has become a member OF
he prosecutions stan in the case.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
WORKERS. COMPENSATION
LAW Is UPHELD BY COURT

Madison, Wis. Nov. 1.-THE
Wisconsin supreme court has BIS
tanned the constitutionality Of the
workmen's compensation law enact
ed AT the last session OF the lePislat-
ure. The law provides for insurance
for workingmen employed by cor
porations against injury. In case Of
injury damages are 20 be fixed by
state commission. Corporations were
not obliged TO come under the Law,
but many have done so.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
HARRIMAN'S PHYSICIAN
SUES FOR $4,000 FEE

New York, Nov, i+,-Dr. Joseph
Frankei, ono Of the physicians who at,
tended E. II. Hartman In his last ILL.,
ness. fIed en- action 10 recover $4,000
from Mrs. Mary ". Hartman, widow
of the nnancier. DR.. Frankei sent In
bis bill Of $4,000 for services from
March 1 10 September /. 1909. Mrs.
Hartman admitted that the services
were rendered. but claimed the bill Is
exorbitanL
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
LONG AND SHORT HAUL Is
SUSTAINED BY COURT

Washington, Nov. 1.-THE CON-
merce court today. in a decision in
the transcontinental rate cases,
holds the long and short haul pro-
vision of the interstate commerce act
are constitutional
Kansas City. Nov. IA tempo
rary injunction against the enforce
ment OF reduced rates on transpor-
tatiou Of iron and steel within the
state -~s aNanted by the federal
court today.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
MERGER Is
NOW REING PLANNED

New York, Nov. 14.-Negotiations
looking 10 a 100000 merger inde-
pendent glucose and starch m5uufac-
turing companies are under way here.
The concerns It IS proposed to ANAL
gamate do about thirty percent OF the
business. Among them are firms in
Cedar Rapids, Keokuk and Clinton.
Edenburg, No, and Indianapolis, Ind.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
TUMBLES ON TRACK:
TRAIN SEWERS HEAD

Spokane, Wash, Nov. 14.-Rob-
ert Cool, retired Illinois farmer.
"A years old, slipped on the snow
in crossing the Great Northern
tracks here yesterday and was de-
capitated by an empty mail car
which was being switched. The
body was crushed beneath the
wheels and the head rolled along
under the truck 80 feet before the
switch engine could be stopped
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14

Astoria. Ore. Nov. 1i.--Rescued
from the jaws OF death. after Il battle
with the clements extending over near
" 90 hours. the schooner Washington.
which struck on Peacock SPIT early
Eunday afternoon. is being towed 10
this port. There are 90 on board
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
LEGISLATURE TOO
FAST FOR DENEEN
Adjournment Resolution Pass.
ed While Proroguement
Message Is on Tap.
MAY CALL EXTRA SESSION
Attorney General Issues Opinion
Showing Authority for Action
by Executive

Springfield, Ill, Nov. 1.-THE legis-
lature adjruoned sine die today. Gov
ernor Deneen's secretary was waiting
with message proroguing the Iegisla-
ture until January, 1913, but the house
rushed an adjournment resolution
through. sent it 70 the senate, and ii
was Immediately passed there. The
governors message was received af-
terWards. L is intimated the COVER
nor will call an extra session.
GOVERNOR SHOWN POWER
Governor Deneen had the absolute
authority TO adjourn the legislature by
issuing a proclamation Of prorogation,
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
DES MONIES POLICE HEAD
REMOVED FROM POSITION

Des Noines. Iowa, Nov. 14-Fell T.
Roe, police commissioner. was sum
marily removed from his position as
head Of the public safety department
by the city council yesterday. Re
cent newspaper criticism was given as
the cause for the action. john T.
MacVicar was assigned 10 the police
department, while Roe becomes head
of the health and FIRE departments.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
New York Renewing oarbeoe

New York, Nov, 1.-THE street
cleaning department Is slowly iRcreas-
ing its force and making some progress
in removing garbage accumulated dur
ing the strike OF drivers, general
JeamsJers' strike is nov proposed by
the nnien leaders,
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
President of University OF
Wisconsin Proposes a
New Remedy.
TO REGULATE NATION
Offered as Substitute for Gov
ernment Plan to Dissolve
So-CaIIed Trusts.

Boston, Nov. 14.-Regulation Of
prices by a national commission sim
liar TO the interstate commerce COM
mission. rather than a general disso-
luton by the government of so-called
trusts. was urged by President Van
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
Ameriean sule!dea Ahroad.

Paris. &oy. I4.-Ths American con
sui has been notified from Calais that
il Is believed Edgar W MiE, one OF the
best known American residents Of
Paris, committed suicide b. jumping
fran . ehaaasi steamer Sunday night
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14

Cincinnati. o. Nov I4.-George
HeUcA OF the thea trioal arm Of Heuck
q Fennessy. which owns and manages
theatres iB this and other cities, killed
himself by cutting his throat. Worry
over business afrsirs--s tEa-f..st TO have
a used tie suicide.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14

and he can call another session of the
general assembly to meet during the
recess. There is no chance for the
courts TO review his act. This is the
opinion Of Attorney General Stead. and
T. was delivered 10 the governor about
: O'clock last night
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
OPEN TRANS MISSISSIPPI
COMMERCIAL CONGRESS

Kansas City, Nov, i4.-6ecTeJaFy
OF War Stimson and former Senator
AIdrich were the principal speakers at
the opening session OF the Trans-Biis-
Eissippi Commercial congress which
began here today, 6timson discussed
the affairs Of his Department., and Aid
rich pnks ea Currency Lesisiation." +"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
3e, 900 WOMEN ENROLLED
IN STATE FEDERATION

GsiesburE. Ill, Nov, 1.-THE IL
inois Federation OF Women's Clubs
met here today, Ths annual report
of the president shows 3Ss federated
women's club with a membership of
over thiFty-nihe thousand.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
Corn Land in Great Demand.

Kewanee, Ill, Nov. 14.-Forty FIVE
applications TO rent z00-acre farm
were made here yesterday. Corn land
is in greater demand than IN any for
mer year. and offers b. pCspective ten
ants ran as high as ss an acre.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
BLAZE CAUSES a PANIC
IN COOK COUNTY PRISON

Chicago, Nov. 14-siX hundred
prisoners in the county jail were
thrown IN a panic By a fire oppC-
site the building. The prisoners
we're unable 10 gee the blaze. but
hearing engines, became frightened,
They finally quieted.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
sheteut Fractures skull.

Nodway. Mieh-. Nov. I4.-Eriek An
derson, 10 years old Was STRUCK in the
head by a shot put by Harold Erick-
son IA the high school yard here. His
skull ~ss fractured
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
Killed BY Brother,

G4iena. III. Nov. 14--AccidentaIiy
shot IN he back last Friday by q 8
yesr-old brother during target practice
Herbert DeiuiEger. Il. died today
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
TAFT'S ADVISERS URGE HIM
TOGO SLOW ON TRUST FIGHT
The Weather

Forecast Till P. M. Tomorrow, for
Rock Island, Davenport, Moline
and Vicinity.
Rain or snow and warmer tonight
with the lowest temperature near
the freezing point Wednesday
cloudy and colder.
Temperature at a. N. 2s- High
est yesterday 81. lowest last night
26.
Velocity of wind at : q N. miles
per hour.
Precipitation none.
Relative humidity at p m ~,
Rt 4. N. 50.
Stage of water 6.7, fall of 3
in last q hours
J. II. SHERIER, Local Forecaster-
ASTRONOMICAL EVENTS.
From noon today to noon tomorrow
Sun sets ABS, rises 6:45; moon rises
21s a. N: moon at greatest ibration
west; lest night for Leonid meteors-
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
MISSOURI COURT
BARS HARVESTER
international Concern Is Also
Assessed a Fine Of
$4,000.
HAS A BINDER MONOPOLY
Number of Companies Are Absorbed.
1t Is Charged, and COmpeti-
tion Eliminated.
HAS A BINDER MONOPOLY

Jefferson City, Mo. Nov. 1.-THE su-
preme court today issued a writ OF
custer against the International Har-
vester company. with capital of $780,
ooO. 600. and assessed a fine OF $4,000
for violation Of the antitrust law. The
company, September. 1910, was found
guilty of violating the Missouri anti
trust laws by Judge Theodore Brace, a
commissioner appointed by the state
supreme court.
YEAR TAKING TESTIMONY.
Taking of testimony, which contin-
ued over a year, was conducted by
Governor Hadley, then attorney gen
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
OPERATOR SENDS MESSAGE.

The liner skirted as closely as 1t
could TO the Staten island shore. where
thousands watched it steam out TO sea.
On a hin at New Brighton q wig-wag
operator signalled the cardiDals-desig
nate q message Of farewell
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
REWELL GIVEN
CARDINAL ELECT
Notable Honor Paid Archbishop
Farley and Delegate Fal-
COMO at New York.
THOUSANDS ARE AT PIER
Sail for Rome, Where They Are 10
BE Invested by Head of Roman
Catholic Church.

New York. Nov 14.-SiX thousand
children sang bon voyage in ST. Pat
rick's cathedral today 10 Archbishop
John Farley Of New York and Apos-
tOIic Delegate Faiconio- who sailed foE
Rome, where they are TO be elevated
to a cardinalate. Thousands Of parish
toner's lining the route from the cathe-
dral 10 the Hudson river waved them
farewell.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-11-14
ESCORT or MONsIGNORI.

An escort of so officials and monsig-
uori Of the diocese accompanied them
10 the river and aboard the steamer
Rusedaie, where 500 clergy and 1000
lsymen crossed the Hudson with-them
to the Jersey shore. Al Hoboken H.
cardinals-designate boarded the Kron-
rr5rzassfr TpcoTia
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-08-04
SiDN EY.
Baptist Business MEETING.

NORTH@On Wednesday night. Aug
2. the annual business meeting of the
Baptist church was held in the church
building. The ladies provided a very
bountiful Baked Bean supper to which
81 PEOPLE sat down. Following the
business session was opened with d
short devotional service Aside from
the regular reports of officers and com
mittecs. few minor changes Were
made in the bylaws of the church.
The envelope system of giving WAS
adopted. and a small amount of money
raised to meet deficit in the "Benev-
olence budget"
The following officers were elected to
serve for the next fiscal year: Clerk
Mrs. Forest B. Cannon: treasurer
Ward L. Common; deacons, A. T
Drummond. X. III. Sawtelle, W. l.. Con-
nor; standing committee. Francis c
Sitter. A. T. Drummond. r. II. Saw
telle. w. l.. Connor. F. b. Cannon. Mrs
F. B. Cannon, Mrs. Villa Sibley Mrs
Erna Sawtelle.
The regular morning service will b'
held at 1890 Sunday, The pastors top
lie will be Staying by the Stuff" There
will be a short meeting of the Ladies
Aid following the church service.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-08-04
POST OFFICE sURGLARIZED
And Planvile, Mass, Police Suspect
Local Parties of the Deed.

Plainvile. Mass, Aug. S.-Burglars
entered the railroad round house dur
ing the night. procured two crowbars,
Ratchet, an axe and several files and
then proceeded to the little post office
They tore off side window, broke
open the safe and got away without
being discovered with considerable
loot.
Postmaster Whiting was the first
to learn of the robbery when he ar
rived to open up the office today He
says the burglars got s25 in stamps,
$50 in cash, the postmaster's justice of
peace commission, bunch of fire and
accident insurance policies and a mum
Der of loan books Mr. Whiting was
congratulating himself today because
he took home s400 in currency which
he has been keeping at his office.
The police here say that they expect
to make an arrest. They believe that
clews in their possession point towards
some local people as the burglars
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-08-04

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out it in the house.
| will say also that ! think there is
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81 am always ready and willing to
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Pinkham's Remedies I tell every one
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Mrs. JIG. JOHNSON, Scettville, Mich,
RID. 8.
Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Com.
pound, made from native roots and
herbs, contains no narcotics or harm
full drugs, and to-day holds the record
for the largest number of actual cures
of female diseases,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-08-04
FIRE IN WHiTEFiElD.
Seth Pratt Loses His Home and Also
Has Narrow Escape.

South Windsor Me, Aug. S.-tSpe-
the house. ell and shed owned by Seth
Pratt and situated about IL miles
from this village, in Whitefeld Mir.
Pratt was alone in the house and
asleen. being awakened by the crack
ling of the flames. Calls for aid were
pEoned through the neighborhood and
the arrivals succeeded in saving :
small part Of the household goods. The
fire is supposed TO have caught from a
defective chimney The loss is estimat-
ed at about $1,000, with a small insur-
ance on both the buildings and con-
tents