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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1914-06-07
Sought to Avoid Bloodshed.

Admiral Fletchers report shows that
he made every effort TO do as little fight
ing and damage as possible and that he
used force only where necessary. He
repeatedly tried, through messengers. to
reach the local authorities and to ask
them not 10 fire on the American forces
in order TO avoid useless bloodshed.
Another suppressed portion of the re-
port reveals that Admiral Fletcher was
prepared to make the attack on Mexico
more general than merely the occupa-
ton of Vera Cruz. At $40 on the morn
ing of the first day Of fighting he in
structed Commander Cone to make the
battleship Utah ready to proceed on
signal at full speed to Puerto Mexico.
The purpose OF this precaution is not
revealed.
The report tells of Admiral Fletchers
receipt of the historic cablegram early in
the morning of April q ordering him 10
seize the Vera Cruz custom house, of the
swift descent Of marines and bluejackets
from the American warships upon the port
and of the bloody fighting when they met
with resistance from the Mexican Federal
soldiers and "snipers."
The admiral refers particularly TO the
work OF the cruisers Prairie, Chester and
San Francisco, which, moored inside the
breakwater, covered landings of marines
and bluejackets.
Initiative and clear judgment were re-
quired on the part Of commanding Of
fcers," Admiral Fletcher says, land the
results showed in a striking manner the
efficiency of the ships under their. com
mands" The three vessels were under
Commanders Moffett, Stickney and Harri-
son.
The report says: When the cablegram
of April p to seize the custom house came
Captain W. r. Rush. L. 5. n, command
ing the naval brigade, Captain II. Mel
7. Huse, I. s. n, chief Of staff; Com
mander II. o. Stickney, L. S. n, com
handing the Prairie. and Lieutenant Colo
mel W. c. Neville. L. s. NJ. c, command
ing tho marine regiment, were called OF
board TO be informed of the situation
Commander Stickney and Lieutenant Colo
mel Neville returned to the Prairie, and a
"a. m. Commander Suckney went ashore
notified the American Consul that he would
land 10 take charge OF the custom house
and directed him to notify all foreign
consuls and to send all foreigners ABOARD
the Ward liner Mexico. at Pier 4. and tht
Esperanza. moored in the harbor.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1914-06-07
Badger Behind Him.

"The Atlantic fleet. under command OF
Rear Admiral Badger. arrived on the
night OF the 2lst at full speed and ready
10 land. / am not allowed TO commend
nv superior officer. but / think Il only
proper 10 say in this report that Rear
Admiral Badger, during the naval opera
tlons on shore al Vera Cruz. afforded me
the most prompt and willing assistance.
and my slightest request or recommended
ton or call for aid was in all cases met
with immediate compliance. and 1t Is a
great pleasure for me TO record the thor
oughly fine and generous spirit that was
shown by him and his staff in their
hearty support Of the work on shore.
THE san Francisco. directed by radio
10 enter the inner harbor. came In at
p. m. without pilot or the assistance Of
navigational lights and shifted berth TO
the moorings assigned. received a signal
We'll done
"The Chester arrived from Tampieo at
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1914-06-07
Veteran of Manila.

"A Mexican naval officer from the ma
val station in Ulloa came on board the
Prairie about 9 p. m. lie had served in
the Spanish navy and was on board the
Don Juan de Austria at the battle Of
Manila. He requested in the name of
the commandant that three hundred
workmen and sailors be allowed to leave
and join the forces under General Mas.
This was refused.
Rear Admiral Badger. with five battle
ships, came 10 anchor in the outer har-
Dor, and with my chief of staff | repaired
on board the flagship at 2i5 a. m. After
explaining the sltupation, Admiral Badger
landed his forces and the seaman and
marine battalions of the Arkansas, New
Hampshire, South Carolina, Michigan and
New Jersey at a. m.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1914-06-07

Torrecn, Mex. June 5.-General Car
rama to-day was preparing his answer
to the note of the South American me-
Giators, after arriving here with his
staff and escort.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1914-06-07

mo resolution repenting hereafter
can be sincere"
"He that would rise at court must
begin by creeping
Deny self for self's sake"
Three things are men most likely to
be cheated in, horse, a wig and a
wife"
Would you live with ease, do what
you ought, and not what you
please"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1914-06-07
Situation Critical.

THE situation looked critical The
Chester. the Prairie and the San Fran
cisco simultaneously opened fire with
three-inch. four-inch and fiye-inch bat
teres against the second story of the
naval school building. In a short time
the upper story was rddled by forty shots
and the fire silenced BY II a. m. our
forces were in complete possession Of all
parts Of the city and fighting had practi-
cally ceased.
1.-THE following signal was sent 20 the
cruisers Chester, Prairie and San Fran
cisco and 10 brigade headquarters on
shore:
1.-The division commander desires TO ex-
press his appreciation and admiration for
the splendid and efficient work OF the
naval brigade in their capture Of the City
Of Vera Cruz and the efficient support
given them by the cruisers in the harbor
reflects great credit on the accuracy OF
fire Of their gunners.'
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1914-06-07
The Final Advance.

Early in the morning Of the I'd effort'
TO communicate with the authorities were
renewed. When il was definitely ascer
tanned that the firing Of the enemy wa'
not under organized control or acting
under the direction of competent author
ity, the marine forces We're ordered Il
advance through all streets TO the Ave
nida Independence. They were met will
heavy rifle and machine gun fire from
houses. hotels, hospital, church steeple:
and military barracks, and advanced
slowly. clearing houses and roofs Of
Shippers and entering every house in every
block.
THE second seaman regiment. undel
Captain Anderson, L. S. N, marching
toward the waterfront was met by {
heavy rifle. one-pounder and machine gun
fire from the naval school building.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1914-11-06
THE YELLOW JACKET"

"rhe Yellow Jacket" pronounced
by foremost judges of the drama MS
the most significant production yet to
the credit OF the American stage, has
been purchased by Charles D. Co
burn, and will be added to the roper
toire of the Coburn Players on their
open air tour in 1915.
1t is not too much to say that the
discerning win rejoice that this play
Of 80 subtle charm and rare, delicate
fancy Is to be under the management
OF one SO noted for his artistic in
sight and the. ability to preserve an
atmosphere in his productions with
out which so finally wrougl a strne-
.ture 4 as THE y elbow ] Jacket z mus
IAN. Mr. Goburn Isl contrae eni6r aees
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1914-11-06
fsevcn Keys to Baldpate Will De-
light and Mystify a Crowded
- House Tonight.

/ One of the distinct novelties and
enc Of the biggest successes Of I'll"
present theatrical season is George
NJ. Cohan's mystery farce. Seven
Keys to Iialdpatc, made into play
from the book Of the same name by
Earl Derr Biggers. therefore the an
rounccmcnt that the play is to be
presented here at the Grand Opera
House tonight is bit of news that
will be welcome to the local amllsc-
,mcnt world George NJ. Cohan's pen
?has fashioned many plays. but the
/ best Of all, il we are to accept the
/ opinion Of many cruditc reviewers. IS
Seven Keys to Baldpate, with its
thrilling tale of writer of melo-
rdramatic novels who isolatcs himself
: on the top Of u mountain for the oS-
5tcnslble purpose Of completing a
story, aud is there confronted with Il
series of happenings that, in thrills
land hufr-raising episodes. put any
stalc lie could fashion to the blush.
Seven Keys to Baldpatc" is said TO
E,un the gamut of human emotion
from laughs to thrills with intcrme-
5diatc melodramatic moments of such
I convincing reality as to keep It's a''-
Offences guessing to the very end OF
Z the final act.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1914-11-06
FeDer Smokes
For B.&O. Men
COMPANY SENDS OUT A DIsSER.
TATI0N ON USING THE
WEED.

The Baltimore & Ohio Railroad
company has recently sent out cir
cular letter to station employees an
others who come into contact vita
the public every day. calling attcn-
ton to the inclcsancc of using tho
weed during work hours.
1t IS not the intention OF the rait-
road to infringe upon personal priv
ilcEe when employees arc enjoying the
comforts OF the nrcsidc or other
recreation. nor will an effort be made
to prevent railroad men from using
tobacco when of duty, but 1t is be-
Iieved by the management that d
man using tobacco while at work
renders inferior service, to say the
least; and aside from the time lost In
Fighting up there is certain class
of people to whom exhaled tobacco
smoke is Objectionable.
In larger station aud behind tho
ticket counters the employees are re-
uuired to refrain from using tobacco
and the same is. also true of passen-
ger trainment, so the order is of
greatestIconcern to station agency
employees and clerks during office
hours. The circular is an appeal to
personal pride rather than manda-
tory. although hereafter fewer puts
and chews Will he taken during
working hours by the men who rep
resent the B. & o. in its transactions
with patrons.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1914-11-06
PRIZE FIGHTING ON
THE COAST DOOMED

SAN FRANCISCO, Cal, Nov. g.
rrize fighting is doomed in Cali
rornia on, the face OF returns from
Tuesdays election us compiled today,
The proposed law doing away with
the fistic sport had been given ma
iority of votes in the precincts re-
porting, and as votes we're distribute
cd throughout the state 1t seemed
probably that later figures would
maintain the same ratio against the
measure. Earlier returns. especially
those from cities, made It appear that
the anti-Rght. measure had been lost
by a narrow margin. The state has
long been a spugilistle STAMPING
3ggound and 81 is said at one time
three world champions OF ,yaryins
glasses lived in lie same bloc N
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1914-11-06
Monongahela 1
Valley Round
Table Meeting
rEpAG0GUEs WILL DISCUSS
PROFESSIONAL PROB
LENS.
OPENING SESSION WILL BE HELD
AT Normal FRIDAY
AFTERNOON.

The MOnonguheln Round Table AS
auciaiion will be held in this city or
next Friday ant Gatur;lay. rhf
Round Table is composed of the coun-
ties Of Marion, Harrison. Taylor and
NIonongalia.
The opening session will be held
on Friday afternoon at . o'clock a;
The Normal School building. and til"
evening session will he held at the
High Srhool building. Saturday
morning the session Will he held al
Tho Normal.
Tic following program has been
outlined for the Round Table scs.
siUns:
General session, Friday aftcrnooa
" O'clock
head Of the English department OF
West virginia. -Thirty-ftve minutes
Friday Evening" 80 o'clock.
Musical program by Fairmont hiE9
school students under direction Of
miss Emmo j. odcrbolz. Thirty min
utcs.
Address--Dr. w. G. Chambers.
dean OF the school Of cducation, uni
vcrsity OF Pittsburg. Thirty-tive min
utes.
demonstration Of educational mo-
ton pictures with new high school
'camcrgraph. Forty minutes.
Saturday Morning-10:30 O'clock.
Address-Prcsident o. l. Woodlcy
OF the Fairmcnt State Normal school.
Thirty minutes.
Sectional Meetings.
Friday afternoon at o'clock anu
saturday morning at o'clock.
The public schools in Fairmont
will be open to the visitors in all dc.
itfng delegations from neighborinS
cities are requested to divide up int?
small groups and go to difrerent
buildings and grades. The new, Tho.
mas c. Miller. school recently bull;
here aad now occupied will be opea
for inspection both Friday and Sat
urday. This is considered one OF
the best elementary school buildings
lin the state.
The ladies of the NJ. Z. Church.
South, will serve meals in the base
ment OF the church Friday at noon
and in the evening. a special price
cr ~ cents is given for the educa
tional visitors.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1914-11-06
Vogel,s Minstrels Tuesday.

John ". NOgNl's Big CITY MIN
strels is said to be u combination OF
mirth. mimtcry and music, absolutely
and positively the brightest, most en-
pertaining and fartherest advanced
minstrel entertainment ever present
cd for public approval. 1t is SO filled
with sparkling fun that You hardly
finish one laugh before you arc
plunged into another. There is a
fund OF humOr that holds one In con
slant merrfment from start 10 finish
If you wish to enjoy an evening oI
pure wholesome fun without vulgar
ity, do not fail 10 attend this enter
tainment which will be given at thu
Grand Tuesday night
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1914-11-06

The Winning of Barbara Worth.
Tt the Grand Monday night the
ncw production OF The Winning Of
barbara Worth" will be the attrac'
ton.
Tho story of the play deals with
the reclaiming Of the desert and win.
ming girl. being tale OF life and
love among the stalwart and far-sec'
ing pioneers who have turned vast
stretches Of waste land in the far
west into smiling gardens. The
source OF the play is Harold Bell
Wright's celebrated novel of the sans
title and the dramatization is by Mr.
Mark Swan. The scene OF desert
grandeur and the flood. which are
among the best written In the book,
have moved the producers to large
undertakings in the way of stage
pictures.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1914-11-06
nseuen Kevs 10 Raldnate."

When George NJ. Coran writes Il
play he is sure OF the earnest atten-
ton OF II theater-going public which
has come to know that his stage cf-
forts are distinctly worth while
That being the case, the announces
mcnt that his latest farce, Seven
Keys to Baldpate," is to be presented
slere ut the Grand Opera House 10
night will be welcome news to this
, famous authors following. 1t has
been said that Seven Keys to Bald
pate" IS distinct departure from
stage tradition, in that Cohan has
Thrown ethics, aside and constructed
III farce along absolutely new lines
ut WAS inevitable that in doing this
he Should have aroused discussion
among the TeYIe Wers OF things the
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1914-11-06
ROBERT FRAZER
UNIVERSAD
Playing in Three Part Feature "The
Squatter' at Colonial Thea
ter" Today.

he bought by Wccglimun and Walk
a., owners OF the Chicago Fedcrals.
sThird-onc OF the two ST. Louis
.ubs. National or american. to be
purchased by stockholders of the st.
Louis Federal League club.
5E'ourth-pIayers and stockholders
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1914-11-06
FEDERAL LEAGUE MEN
TO BUY OTHER CLUBS

CHICAGO, Nov. Git was report
ed that representatives Of the Ameri-
can League, who were to report back
to their principals. today were in se-
cret conference with magnatessof the,
Federal League on the subject OF
peace. Gossip said that the follow
ing solution. was discussed Z
Ffrst-Purchase of the American
League club OF New York by the.
Wards; ots Brook yns
Second The shiea 80 ationals To-
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1914-11-06
DIES 8 FROM " J. \ BURNS.

MoRGANToWN. w. NOT II
BatlcyS four years old son
cr rev. and Mrs. Artilnr Bailey died
Yesterday as result Of burr ~
rciyod yesterday when young Rat Hey
with a number of other small boys
stole matches from the llouseiintsl
ana built bonfire in tie family
yard. Tho lad was fright fu11y burn
ed. some parts oflhIss body being roast.
4 almost 10 a crisp.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1914-11-06

Price 81 and Sc q battls.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1914-11-06
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The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1914-11-06

all the original, gorgeous costumes.
the wonderfully expressive Chinese
music written by William Furst and
those celebrated properties" which
distinguish the play from anything else
the stagehas to offer.
The Yellow Jacket" has created
an artistic sensation wherever it has
been seen aud has r0usGd the discrirI-
mating to what might almost be
!, thought cxtravagant praise by It's de-
lectable mixture of beauty and hu-
NOR. a Chinese drama, written aa'i
presented in the Chinese manner. 1t
is replcte with that art which is the
Peter Pan" OF the FlOwery King
dom-not only is 1t deathlcss; Il
cannot even grow up ard become
commonplace instead Of blithc, inter-
csting and young.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1914-11-06

,ntrical, but the consensus of opin'
len seems to be that Golan's depar-
turc. admittedly daring, is the most
Interesting. Imaginable. thrilling and
altogether enjoyable piece of COM
rdy writing that has been seen for
several seasons,
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1914-11-06
JOHN yoGEL's BIG cry RaINsIRELS

Of Federal League clubs not other
wise cared for to be protected bs
the American League, the Nattoilns
League. tile American Assortat te'
ind the Internatlona11 League.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1914-11-06

san Francisco,
The so-callcd Iowa injunction law
for the abatement Of immoral trait
fic heretofore regarded as defeated
likewise showed heavy support from
the inner districts Of the state and
'hr affirmative votes obtained u ma
iority.. .i
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1914-11-06
Tn FuMIGATE sTOCKYARps,

EAST ST. LOUIS. H.; Nov. g.!
The stockyards here will be closed
for rumigations for several days be
ginning tomorrow. An order to Thu
effect was received from government
soficia ais today.
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1914-03-17

Mrs. Lula G. Burnam is visiting her
mother, Mrs. Matte B. Gay, of Winches-
ter, who has been quite ill.
Miss Stella Bicknell spent the week end
with her parents in Berea.
Mrs. M. c. Kellogg and daughter have
been the guests of the formers mother,
Mrs. R. c. Morgan, in Lexington.
Mr.. j. ]. Upton snd Rev. w. P. Fryman
of Irvine, ~were in the city last Wednesday
! Messrs. David Phelps and Edwin Powell
spent the week end in this city.
Mrs. E. B. Hume has been the guest of
friends in the city.
Mr.. and Mrs. R. L. Davis, of Winchester
are visiting Mr.. and Mrs. R. ]. Quisenberry
on Second street.
Mr.. Walter Hockaday, of Mt. Sterling
spent the most of last week here. Before
leaving he had his name placed on the
Madisonian's rapidly growing list.
Mr.. John Walker, of Irvine, was in the
city Saturday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Eugene Walker are al
home after spending several weeks in Lou
isville.
Miss Mary Watts Knight, of Dallas, Tex
is the guest of Miss Emma Watts.
j Miss Alice Harlan, from Connelsvlle
Ind, has come to engage in the milliner,
business with Miss Kate V. Schmidt.
Mr.. Edgar Blanton, prominent bust
ness man of Richmond, is in the city to
day. Danville Messenger.
Miss Hendren, of Kirksville, has beer
the guest of her cousin, Mrs. w. D. Jones
Mrs G. B. Turley has returned after ;
visit to her daughter, Mrs. Robt. Bruce, il
Stanford.
DR.. E. E. Edwards, of Irvine was in tn
city Sunday.
Fred Park, of Bourbon county, was il
this city last Sunday en- route to Irvine t
look after his extensive interests in tina
community.
We are glad to welcome Mr.. w. +
Wiseman and family of Irvine, to our cit,
They will live on Boggs lane on the Gil
son farm.
Mrs Dan Chenault, Miss Margaret Pa
rish and Miss Josephine Chenault went
Frankfort on Wednesday to attend tn
Governors Reception and the unwilling {
| the Goebel monument.
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1914-03-17
Bohunir Kryl

Bohumir Kryl, the world famed
cornetist, assisted by his gifted
young daughters, Marie and Jose
phine Kryl, delighted a large and
cultured audience on Thursday
evening in the Normal Chapel.
Seldom has a recital in this city
been accorded such an enthusiasts
tic hearing. The programme was
a brilliant one throughout and
the performers most graciousl
responded to many encores
Possibly the most beautiful mum
Der of the evening was the closing
one, ANGELS Serenade"-rightl,
named, when played by such art
lists as Bohumir Kryl and hi:
DAUGHTERS.
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1914-03-17
Students Recital

The Students Recital given at
the Madison Institute on Monday
evening was one of the good
things of early Spring.
The young ladies were greeted
with a crowded house, which is
always inspiring, and they rose to
the occasion; never did they lock
lovlier, act better, or win more
applause. Miss Anna Moore the
teacher of Expression, under
whose direction the entertain
ment was given, we must cordial
ly congratulate, not only for the
success of the play, but for the
pretty stage with a profusion OF
green plants and pink and white
flowers which made most at.
tractive setting.
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1914-03-17
Death of Mrs. Alfred Gum

Last week during the trial of
the case of the Commonwealth
against Turpin in the Estill Cir
cult Court, Alfred Gum, one of
the jurors, received word that his
wife was in a dangerous condi-
ton. By consent of both parties
he was excused from further
service. Sunday morning at about
eleven o'clock, his wife died, leav-
ing an infant about four months
old.
She was a daughter of Mr.. and
Mrs. P. B. Broaddus, of Millers
Greek, Estill county, and was
most estimable young woman
The greatest sympathy is felt fol
the afflicted family.
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1914-03-17
Turpin Acquitted

The case of Vernon Turpin,
charged with killing John Friend,
was called Friday afternoon.
The following jury was accept
ed Saturday forenoon and the
trial proceeded: Alfred Gum, Jas.
Witt, M. P. Durbin, Rollie Witt,
Allen Paisley, Ed Ginter, julie
Daniel, Brock Campbell, Shelton
Rogers, Vim. Farler, A. ]. Raw
Inns, Joe Neal Blevins.
After the trial was under way,
news was received that Alfred
Gums wife was very i'll. By con
sent of both sides, he was excus
ed, and eleven jurors were agreed
upon to finish trying the case.
Saturday and Monday were de
voted to the examining of wit
nesses, and arguments began
Monday afternoon, Hon. G. E
Lilly opening the case for the de
tense. He was followed by Robt
Friend, at an evening session
Monday night. Arguments were
continued and completed Tues
day by A. F. Byrd, for the de
tense, and Judge ]. K. Robert:
for the Commonwealth. Aftel
celebrating for two hours, the
jury returned a verdict of mo
guilty. Irvine Sun.
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1914-03-17
c. c: Med Donald Dead

Mr.. c. c. Mcdonald died at his
residence on Second Street, Mon
day at 4 p. m. He was born in
Scotland So years ago, and joined
the British Navy when a boy,
served eight years, and visited
every country that had a seaport
town. He came to this country
at the age of "a, locating at Wa
bash, Ind. From there he came
to Richmond in 1890, and five
years later married Miss Lucy F.
White, who, with two children,
survive him. He was a member
of the Presbyterian Church.
The funeral will be held at his
residence at 3 p. m, Wednesday,
thence his interment in the Rich
mond cemetery.