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East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1912-07-29
spccial Prices on Cordwood.

Good dry red fir, slab wood, cotton
wood, yellow and black pine Special
prices in five cord lots. Clean Rock
Spring lump and nut coal, Save mon
ey by seeing us before buying Ko-
pittke & Gillanders. phone Main ITS,
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1912-07-29
Let the Auto Truck Haul II.

Our specially is quick work. Phone
Main 339 for furniture and piano NOV.
ing short trips in the city or transfer.
ring to the country. We haul any.
thing. Penland Bros
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1912-07-29
Notice.

Passengers out of Pendleton on the
Pendeton- -Umatilla motor will please
obtain tickets at tho depot before
boarding car. Adherence to this rule
is insisted upon by the railroad COM
pany.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1912-07-29

Call Auto Truck for Transfer Work.
Our speciality is quick work. Phone
Main S39 for furniture and piano
moving, picnic crowds to country.
household goods stored by month.
PENLAND BROS. TRANSFER co.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1912-07-29

Pendleton city property or will sell
at big sacrifice for cash. Address
Box 292.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1912-07-29

Wanted-Position by experienced
chauffeur. Address j. s., care this
office.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1912-07-29

A woman never overlooks an oppor-
tunity to put it all over her neighbors
in some way.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1912-07-29

Glyeerin is a biproduct of the soap
factory.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1912-07-29
For Sale or Trade.

One second hand, 1911 Model B
passenger REQ car. Will trade Tor
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03
Alleged Attempt to Bribe.

Atlanta, Jan. 3.-Warden w. Y.
Moyar, OF the federal penilentiary at
Atlanta yesterday made q formal
statement declaring that Charles ".
Morse, the convicted New York bank
er. had offered him what he construed
to be bribc shortly after Morse be-
came prisoner in the institution. He
said he refused it. and so notified At
torney- General Wickersham.
Warden Meyer said he had given
Morse permission on March II, 1910,
to send cipher telegram TO purchase
some gas stock and that subsequently
Morse had come into his office and
said:
Warden, I made $4,000 on that
deal, and want you to have half OF
it. -
The Warden said he told Morse to
forget he ever said anything like that
and never to say such thing again.
He said he advised Attorney General
Wickersham that he had permitted
Morse to send the telegram.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03
MORE FIGHTING
IS REPORTED.

Shanghai. Jan. :i.-Although the
armistice has not been called off fight
ing is reported today from several of
the southern provinces. Revolution
lists at WI Chang, Nankin and Shang.
hai are expecting the resumption OF
hostiities Mt any time. 1t is believed
Yuan Shi Kai will give orders for an
assault on Nankin the capital OF the
republic il lie succeeds in raising
enough money to finance the imperial
army.
Nankin, Jan. 3.-President Sun Vat
Sen today received a dispatch from the
/ 900 imperial troops stationed at Chin
Wang Tao that they had deserted the
dynasty and were ready to fight with
the republicans. They are preparing
to cooperate with the Lanchow soldiers
who yesterday declared for republic
in advancing upon Pekin.
This action is believed here to be but
the forcrunners OF wholesale deser-
ton from the loyalst army.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03
INVESTIGATION
is RESUMED.

Indianapolis, Ind, Jan. S.-The
federal investigation Of the dynamiting
conspiracy that sent John j. and James
B. AlcNamara to cells in San Quentin
prison in California was resumed here
taday. John D. Fredericks, Los Angeles,
district attorney, who conducted the
prosecution OF the McNsmaras and Os-
car Lawler, special assistant United
States Attorney General who is con-
nected with the Pacific Coast dynami.
ting probe, are present to aid federal
district attorney Charles Miller.
Detective William j. Burns, in
charge OF the evidence, held an ex.
tended conference last night and early
today with Fredricks and Lawler. All
refused to discuss the conference today.
Frank Eckhoff, the Cincinnati core
maker, who is expected to give valuable
evidence regarding the alleged higher
ups" involved in the dynamitings will
arrive shortly. Walter Drew, secretary
OF the National Erectors' Association
arrived today.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03
EXCEPTIONS TO REPORT

c. T. Blunt, 10y his attorney, Howard
w. Smith, today filed exceptions to
the report OF Commissioner Garner IN
the case Of the Mercantile Railway
Building and Loan Association. The
reasons for the exceptions are because
the commissioner reported the notes OF
the Association as j first preferred lien
ahead OF the depostors and because the
commissioners reported Blunt az a
stockholder instead Of q deposltor.
Mrs. Ada Y. Lang, by the same at
torney, excepted to the report on the
same grounds and because the report
does not show her claim.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03

ASK ABROGA TON OF TREATY.
Association of influential
Rankers Back OF The NJ nvement-
Tromhles OF Jewish Visitors.

London. IAN. D., Great Britain
may follow The example set by the
United States in calling Russia to
account for refusing to recognize the
passports Of Jewish citizens visiting
in the Cars empire.
The Anglo-Jewish Association.
whose membership includes some Of
the most influential inanciers in
England. is urging the government 10
abrogate the treaty Of 1859 which
gives British subjects the right To
travel or reside in Russia, but pro-
vides that they may be expelled "for
mad conduct" or for "other causes
for which their residence in The en-
pire cannot be suffered"
Recently an English lew. an ofic-
er in the British army. was ordered
10 China. He bought a ticket to the
Far East over the Trans-Siherian
RI? load but his passport was denied
him. The Foreign Secretary lodged
a protest at st. Petersburg and the
officer was allowed a passport. Eng
lish business men OF the Jewish faith
are subjected to every kind of an
noyance and even Imprisonment
whenever they set foot on Russian
territory
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03
IMPERIAL VAUDEVILLE.

The Imperial Tteh.fein Washington
was crowded Monday afternoon and
evening with holiday crowd, and the
programme was filled with acts OF an
amusing order Fennell and Tyson, in
comedy singing aud dancing. we're
clever pair. Leslie Thurston, xylop-
onrist, put the numbers over in way
that pleased the audience. Green a-d
Parker, The Blue Ribbon Entertain
ers" were popular in songs. Their
comedy work was original and pleasing.
Macdonald, The Electric Wizard. !"
pleased immensely 10 an act that is
unique. He had as assistants num-
her OF young volunteers from the au-
dience.
The most pleasing number on the
bill was Conboy and Wayne, in
sketch entitled THE Claim Agent.
which dealt with the efforts OF n lonely
girl to beat" a street railway COM
pany.
The moving pictures we're new and
OF pleasing character.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03
ANNEXATION PROCEEDINGS.
Ex-Governor Montague aud Brother
viii Act For Alexandria County
in Opposing Measure.

| Corporation Attorney 8. P. Fisher -
now engaged in procuring . certified
copy OF the ordinance recently passed
by both boards of the City Council
providing for the annexation to
certain contiguous territory in Alex
andria and Fairfax counties. By the
end OF the present week be purposes to
publish z notice. according to law,
giving the Commonwealth Attorneys
and Boards Of Supervisors OF the two
counties apprising then OF hiS Intention
o. ,naking motion betoze the Circuit
Court OF the County for the anneSa-
tor contemplated. The notice will be
publishel once week for four success
sye weeks. This action vii! be taken
in order that the issue may come be-
fore the February term Of the Circuit
Court for the County, Judge j. Is. L.
Thornton. The hearing must take
place in Alexandria county. Should
the weather be OF y nature to render 1t
impossible for the Judge to go over the
territory it is purpo.ed to annex, the
hearing may be postponed until favor
able weather sets in. Mr.. Fisher hopes
to have all the pgclimnaries So far a
the city is concerned ready by the time
the court convcnes in February.
Former Governor 4. j. Montague
and his brother, Il. Lynch Montague,
both Of Richmond. have been retained
by the board OF supervisors OF Alexan-
dria county to fight the annexation
proposition Of the city OF Alexandria.
This action was decided upon yester-
day afternoon by the board OF super
viSors. They will receive fee of So
600 for the work which amornt will be ,
paid in instaIlments OF 81 COO each.
A resolution to resist annexation vas
unanimously passed by the board.
II il expected that Fairfax county
may also employ additional legal tai +,
ent in fighting the measure. although |
the board OF supervisors Of tha. county /,
has not vet taken any action in this
matter.
1t is reported, however, that the SUI
perviSors gave authorized G. Vernon
Ford. Commonwealth attorney, TO as
Sociate with him the law firm OF Moore,
Barbour K Keith, Of Fairfax, 10 combat
any encroachment on territory in that
direction. But, it is reported that Mr..
Moore has declined to act rs counse! III
the matter, Is his firm represents the
railway company %hich fayors the an
ncxaton project.
It's not known when Gov. Mann will .
designate Judge to sit in the case
The board OF supervisors OF AleXan-
dria county at the meeting yesterday
passed resolution prohibiting the
transaction Of any private business OF
any character at the county court
house. The board elected Eiward
Duncan rs chairman OF the board OF
to serve for tho ensui ng
year.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03
Cayalerle Gets Divorce.

Paris. Jan. 3.-Lina Cavalerie, grand
opera singer and beauty, today was
granted a divorce frem Robert Win
throp ChanIer, millionaire and ex-
sheriff OF Duchess county, NY, Chan
Ter fled no opposition to the diva's
suit.
In the divorce decree, the court de-
clares that on several occasions Chanlcr
refused to live with his wife, saying,
when served with the divorce sum-
mons: 4 have had enough already.
If to spite me, my wife entered the
room. I would Jump through the vim
dow"
The costs OF the case are assessed
against Chanlcr.
The American millionaire was mar
red to Mmle. Cavalcrie in Paris. in
1910, after courtship that attracted
international attention. Chanler decided
all the property he owned to the singer
at the time OF his marriage, and bad q
great deal of trouble in getting her to
release the claims she thus held against
his estate. It is understood be finally
settled with her for approximately
100000
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03
CASE SET FOR FRIDAY
Damage Suit of R. c. L. Moncure
Against J. T. Cffutt Will
be Heard.

The case OF K. G. /. Moncnre a
prominent attorney Of Alexandria
county, against Joshus t. Offntt, Of
Rockville, Md, for $4,000 on ac-
count OF personal injuries inflicted on
the plaintiff by the defendant will be
heard in the United States District Court
ON next Friday morning. Mr.. Mon
cure will be reprented by Samuel G.
Brent, OF Alexandria and Moncure,
WampIer and Glotn OF Alexandria
county while Mr.. Offutt will be repre- :
sented by F. f. Garrett OF Lcesburg.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03
To ORDER OUT TROOPS.
Judge WaddeIl in Communication
With Governor Mann and Federal
Authorities

Judge Edmund Waddell, jr., OF the
United States district court now in ses-
sion here has been in Constant com.
munication with Governor Mann since
bis arrival IN Alexandria, in reference
to serious condition OF affairs in
Smithfeld near Norfolk. Some weeks
ago Judge Waddel appointed receivers
for large lumber company which fail
ed at that point aSl .,l.en the plant
was shut down sevecSl Gundred Italian
laborers who had not been paid their
wages threatened to dynamite tho
works.
When the matter was brought to
Governor NIann's attention and the
situation became more serious he tele-
phoned Judge Waddell here asking
whether or not he thought it necessary
to serd troops to Smithfeld. Judge
Waddell replied that be thought it was
necessary but some difficulty arose yes
terday and the troops we're not sent
Early this afternoon Judge Waddell
adjourned court and hnrried to Wash
ington where he expected to have a
conference with the federal authorities
relatiye to sending United States sold
iers to Smithfeld in case the governor
refused to act. A special dispatch 10
the Gazette from Richmond is as fol-
lows:
Richmond, Jan. 3. 1912.-Governor
Mann was asked today to rush aid to
john T. Reid and ]. L. Heard. Receiv-
ers appointed by the federal court for
a big lumber company, who are re-
ported to be besieged in the hotel at
Smith6eld, Va, by an angry mob of
Italians clamorins for salary due them
from the lumber company.
Tue Italians are unable to under
stand why their pay. which was due,
has not been forthcoming from the
receivers, and have threatened
to murder them and dyna-
mite the entire plant. Governor
Mann will in all probability order out
the state troops this evening to protect
Reid and Heard.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03
TREASURER IS
SHORT s14O.OOO
Money Used in Speculation AT
fairs Of Company to be
Wound Up
WILL PAY 90 CENTS ON DOLLAR
Percy G. VanderOefl, the Accused VIII
be Charged With Grand larceny
Committee OfCreditors Take Charge.

New York. Jan. 3.--Members OF
the firm Of Van Keuren and Thorn
ton Company. dealers in white gooas,
this city. complained to District AT
torney Whitman today that Percy G..
Vanderoeff, treasurer OF the concern
and director, is short $l40,000 in
his accounts. They allege that he
used the money for speculating. The
affairs Of the firm have been turned
over TO committee Of creditors and
ii is said that they will have to be
wound up. The firm will pay about
80 cents on the dollar.
Vanderoeff lived in East Orange.
and his attorney, Clarence J. McMan-
us. told the district attorney that he
would produce him later in the day
He will be charged with grand lar
ceny. The other members of thc
firm say that Vanderoeff has been
widely engaged in stock market "2cc-
ulation for some time. and that he
lost most OF the $4,000 when he
got on the wrong side of the market.
Vanderoeff went to the Van kuer-
an and Thornton firm when he was 4
boy and worked himself up TO po-
sition Of trust. His employers placed
implicit faith in him.
Convinced as they were Of the
honesty Of their treasurer the men,
bers Of the firm were puzzled over
the fact that their profits did not
measure up TO the amount of busi-
ness done. Eanderoeff, il is said.
had system of manipulating his
books that defied even experts.
He was always ready. the members
OF the firm say. with explanations for
the apparent loss of profits.
Toward the end of last year, how
ever. these losses became so great
that experts were called in and the
alleged defalcations uncovered.
Vanderoeff's assistants say he lost
the money in Wall street. He had
been stealing for ten years. the ex-
perts declare. Although he lived
we'll his personal expenses are said
not to have exceeded his high salary.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03
COCHRAN. KIRK WEDDING.

On Monday evening. January l3t at
$50 O'Clock, Miss Jessie Lee Cochran.
daughter OF Mrs. Edwin Cochran, vas
married to Mr.. Orlando II. Kirk, OF
this city. The ceremony took place at
st. John $ Meth odist Protestant Church.
Rev. !. w. Kirk ofiiciated, assisted by
the Rev. J. Norris. The church was
beautifully decorated III palms and
white roses. The maid OF honor was
Miss Belle Cochran, sister OF the bride,
who was her only attendant. The best
man was Mr.. Frank Bayliss. OF this
city. The ushcrs were Mr.. Harry d.
Kirk. brother OF the groom, Mr. j.
William May. Mr.. Leonard Reed, all
OF this city and Mr.. George Norris, OF
Baltimore. The bride wore Duchess
lace over satin, her veil was caug ht
with orange blossoms and she carried
a shower bouquet OF white roses and
lilies OF the valley. The maid OF honor
wore, pink satin wrapped with mar
Guisette and carried II France roses.
The bride was given in marriage by
her brother, DR.. James b. Cochran.
After the ceremony small reception
was held at the home Of the bride. Mr..
and Mrs. Kirk will make their home
in Alexandria after returning from 4
tonr through the south.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03
President to Recommend Economy.

An attempt 10 out-economiZe DEM
ocratic economy will be made in a
special message which the President
will transmit to Congress within the
next few days.
The message will accompany the
report of the Presidents Economy
and Efficiency Committee, which has
been probing the government de-
partments for deadwood, and investi-
eating schemes for economy, for more
than a year The Presidents message
based on the report of the commits
sion will recommend reforms which
the administration declares will re-
suit in Saving of from s25, 900
TO $50, 100000 in the conduct of the
governments business.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03
WASHINGTON LETTER.

Quite a sprinkliug Of senators
were in their seats today after a two
weeks recess. All appeared fit and
prime. seemingly benefited by the
rest.
Senator Jeff Davis (Dcm. Ark was
present for the first time this ses-
sion. AS the newest bridegroom he
attracted much attention and received
many congratulations.
There was such general ey-
change Of greetings as is customary
on a opening day.
A large accumulation of petitions
that piled up during the holiday re-
cess were laid before the Senate. a
majority Of them urged the ratifica-
tion of the arbitration treaties.
Senator Cullom Republican, Ill.,
said three-fourths OF the States were
represented in the batch he presented.
The hope was expressed by Senator
Gallinger Republican, ~. H.) that
these great arbitration treaties will
soon be taken up and given proper
consideration.
The Senate adjourned at 1898 D.
m, until p. NJ. tomorrow.
Fifteen minutes was all the time
the House devoted TO legislation to-
day. the first session since December
90. Not single legislative measure
was considered.
Majority Leader Underwood who
was confined to his home last week
with appendicitis, was cordially
greeted when he appeared on the
floor. After adjournment he held an
impromptu reception.
Rep. Sylvester Smith Republican,
Calif.) who made his first appearance
in the present congress today, was
sworn in. He had been i'll for near
~ year
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03
LOCAL RREYITIES.

On Monday night thieves robbed a
car on Union street consigned to Swift
& Co., and stole meat valued at sac.
Three silver spoons we're stolen Mon
day from the residence OF F. NJ. E!ands,
9O1 Prince street.
A gold-flled watch and chain were
on Mondey night stolen from Jessie
Yates, colored.
The recently elected officers OF ORR
entail Lodge, Knights OF Pythias, were
installed last night.
The recently elected officers OF Alva
Aerie, No. ST., Fratcrnal Order OF
Eagles. will be installed tonight. Fol-
lowing the installation ceremonies a
banquet will be served.
The first snow OF the season fell
nearly all last night. 1t began about
Z o'clock, and few hours later was
flying thick and fast. More snow was
predicted for today with much colder
weather tomorrow.
A sneak thief entered the office OF
w. U. Earney, on the east side OF
Fairfax street, near King, Monday and
carried away the typewriter.
The Elks will hold another one OF
their enjoyable dances tonight at their
home and will continue them right
along every week. Each one that they
have given this season has been such a
pronounced success that the number OF
participants increase weekly. The one
to be given tonight promises to be a
worthy successor OF the ones that have
gone before.
In the Corporation Court today a de-
cree was entered in the case of 7. ]
Fannon ct al. vs.. The Virginia Safe
Deposit and Trust Corporation confirm
ing the sale OF the bank building OF The
corporation at Charlottesville.
Charles Shaffer, recently indicted or
charge OF a larceny. hasIbeen sentenced
to serve FIVE months in Jail.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03
MACH|N|STS ARE
OUT ON A STRIKE.
Employees at Portsmouth Walk Out.
About One Hundred In
yOlyed.
CARD SYSTEM is THE CAUSE
Strikers Members Of International As
ISOLATION of fMachinists-0ther Strikes
Liable to Occur at Yard.

Portsmouth. Va. Jan. 3.-Beeause
OF dissatisfaction with Secretary OF
the Navy Meyers new scientific man
agement system for navy yards, near
ly a hundred machinists and helpers
in the local navy yard today went out
on strike. The walkout followed
a refusal by the men to adopt the
card system of recording their speed
OF workmanship. All the strikers
are members OF the International AS
sociation Of Alachinisis.
A meeting Of the strikers will be
held this evening to decide on fu-
ture course. 1t was believed here
that the walkout is forerunner OF
similar strikes by all union employees
in the yard.
Under the regulations. the strikers
face forfeiture Of their positions, all
annual leave with pay, and the spe-
cial perquisites OF skilled navy yard
Workmen.
Washington. Jan. 3.-Late this af-
ternoon the Navy Department received
word from Portsmouth that practically
all of the machinists at the Portsmouth,
Va, navy yard had struck rather than
comely with the requirements OF the
new scientific management scheme re-
Gently put into operation by the de-
partment.
Secretary Meyer said that be believed
that when the men understood his
plan they would offer no opposition.
It vas. not stated at the department
what steps would be taken to continue
the work at the Portsmouth yard, or
what attitude would be adopted with
regard to the strikers.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03
Government Loses Fifteen Million.

New York, Jan. 3.-The banks OF
the United States we're swinded out OF
S15, 100000 in 1911 by forgeries, ac-
cording to Albert S. Osborne, a hand
writing expert, and because Of this COM
panies issuing forgery insurance have
adopted the most stringent restrictions
it was announced today.
The most drastic OF the new regula-
tions is that no bank shall open an ac-
count. with anyone not personally
known to some officer OF the bank or
vouched for by a depositor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03
King and Queen in India.

Calcutta, Jan. 3.-King George and
Queen Mary drove in state today to
the Calcutta Race Meet, the biggest
sporting event OF the year. The chief
race OF The day was for the king-enl-
peror's cup, in which most OF tho
big British and native sportsmen had
entries. The royal colors were not un-
furled, however, for fear the natives
would see bad omens in the defeat OF 4
horse, belonging to King George.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03
MUT,INY OF
A REGIMENT.

London, Jan. 3.-Despite efforts to
keep the matter secret it leaked out
this afternoon th regiment OF mount
ed Infantry at Longmoor camp
in Hampshire mutinied Sunday
morning, bsyonetted several SER
geants, shot one officer intiichng
severe wounds and were only Quelled
after the ring leaeer fought bare hist
duel With one OF the commissioned
officers in which the former came out
second-best.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-03

When the legislative tom-toms sound
ed their summons today. the Sixty
Second Congress resumed its legisla tive
deliberations, with crowded chaotic
program, and with politics sizzling all
around the shop.
The leaders unanimously agreed that
the resumed session will be dragging
along when the presidential campaign
swings in after the conventions.
In the Senate the leaders were no
more hopeful sof au..early adjournment
There the program was waiting one,
with the action at the House depended
upon to take the lead.