Crawfordsville Weekly Journal, Crawfordsville, Montgomery County, 14 June 1901 — Page 8

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Trappist Monastery Lifts Portal For Wife of Kentucky's Governor.

A SIGNAL HONOR SHOWN

The Seeond Woman Who Has Ever Disturbed the Monastic Peace of Famous Old Institution.

A Pretty Roraancc In the Courting Days of Governor Beckham Is Ilocallcd.

Gethsemane, Ky„ June 6.—When Mrs. Governor Beckham of Kentucky passed the portals of the famous old Trappist monastery of Gethsemane yesterday, she carried with her the distinction of being the second woman that has over liud the honor to disturb the monastic peace of this beautiful old monastery. The welcome of the governor and party was impressively unique, and a new page of history was made for this community of the silent brotherhood.

The party was greeted at the station by a brass baud and the Gethsemane college students and escorted to the abbey. As the gates were passed and the party entered the avenue of stately elms they were received by Father Frederick with a few priests, while the band, which is composed of students, played "My Old Kentucky Home" and "The Marseillaise." Then the way was led to the porter's lodge, over which is the sign which forbids women to enter under pain of excommunication. Mrs. Beckham glanced at the sign and then at the lay brother in his brown coat, whose duty is to prevent feminine invasion. But for once the monk was disarmed and the woman rustled proudly by into the sacred domain of the Trappist ascetics. The ban of perpetual silence of the brothers in the white cowl was temporarily lifted by the abbott, and the brothers were permitted to express their pleasure at meeting the executive. After an inspection of the premises the party was tendered a dinner by Father O'Breclit. Governor Beckham in his address spoke of a former visit lie had made to the unforbidden grounds about the college with a party of young men and women. "We were graciously received by Father Edward who was then the abbott," he said, "but wo were forbidden within these sacred precints. The young woman with mo peered into the door and expressed a desire to go in. 'When Mr. Beckliain is governor and you are Mrs. Beckham you may enter,' said Father Edward with a faint smile. The young woman who IIIUSIKM.1 tlion

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Jean Fuijua. now .1 enu Fiujua Beckham. A man's ambition and a woman's curiosity have now opened the gates ff the monastery to us both."

The Trappist order is one of the most austere of institutions. The head of the institution :3 in Milary, France, and there arc but two monasteries in this country, the other being at Dubuque, la. The lives of the monks are devoted to manual labor, perpetual silence, fasting and prayer. The rules of the order are that none but the wife of the reigning king or prince shall have the privilege of admission, and this rule has been interpreted to apply in ILiis country to the president and governors.

The wife of ex-Governor Proctor Knott was the first woman to ever visit the monastery. The ladies in tho governor's party yesterday were admitted as part of Mrs. Beckham's suite.

Much Friendly Speech.

London, June G.—The banquet tendered by the London Chamber of Commerce to the delegates of the New York Chamber of Commerce at Grocers hall last night was one of the handsomest affairs of the kind ever given in a city famed for lavish hospitality. No effort was spared to honor the American guests but It must be confessed that the latter did not sustain the reputation America has for brilliant after-dinner speaking. Nor did the British speakers do much to relieve the tedium of four hours' speaking. All the speeches, however, teemed with extreme friendliness and faith in the establishment of permanent friendly relations. All the speakers expressed the belief that Great Britain and the United States would rnle the destinies of the world and that their unwritten alliance would always work for peace and the benefit of mankind.

Michigan Town Suffers.

Fennsville, Mich., June G.—The business portion of Fennsville was wiped out by fire early this morning. The fire started about 1 o'clock in Dickinson's warehouse,, aqd the entire opera house block, including several stores and a block of stores on the north side of the street, were destroyed.

Powder Goes Up.

"Vallejo, Cal., June G.—A peculiar fire occurred at the Mare Island navy yard yesterday. Between 20 and 30 tons of smokeless powder was burned, causing a loss of between $400,000 and $500,000. The powder burned nearly •IS day ani last night.

CUBA IS WAITING

Official Instructions From Washington Are Slow In Transit. Havana, June G.—The official instructions from Washington regarding the Piatt amendment have not arrived. The delay is causing annoyance to General Wood, as he had promised that the convention would have the letter Tuesday, and a meeting was called for Wednesday afternoon to discuss the document. The Conservatives are not hopeful of holding the 15 who voted in favor of the resolution adopting the Piatt amendment. -M

At several meetings there has been discussion tending to embitter the delegate!?, who insisted that they voted in good faith, and with the understanding that the United States would accept the amendment as passed. The first draft was not sent to Washington.

At the request of President Capote, General Wood asked Secretary Root if the amendment could be accepted with the explanations added to the clause. Secretary Root wired: "No better accept It without." The report was then changed, the original amendment being accepted with the understanding that it would have the interpretations given by Secretary Root. General Wood wired the report to Washington Sunday, it being the first full report sent out Secretary Root telegraphed Tuesday, just after the convention voted, that Washington could not accept the interpretations and explanations.

At a meeting of too 15 Tuesday evening it was said that General Wood told the committee up to the last moment that the United States was satisfied.

Th« Alleged Motive.

Kansas City, Mo., June G.—4- jury was secured late yesterday afternoon in the case of Lulu Prince-Kennedy, charged with murdering her husband, Philip H. Kennedy, and Prosecutor Hadley made his opening statement. He said the state would show that the prisoner's motive for killing Kennedy was to avoid the publicity incident to the trial of the dead man's suit to annul the marriage into which he alleged her father and brother had forced him. It would also be shown, he said, that another motive was to cover the conspiracy to which the defendant and her relatives were parties. The state would ask for a conviction of murder in the first degree, but if the evidence showed that Kennedy had made a show of resistance, a lesser degree would be asked.

Danger of a Big Strike.

Syracuse, June 6.—The executive council of the Amalgamated Butcher Workers of America has been called together in Chicago by International President Donnelly because of grievances against the Swifi Brothers Packing company of Chicago and Omaha. Neb., and there is thought to be danger of a strike being ordered involving all oi the employes of the company throughout the United States. The grievance is the alleged discharge of union workmen.

Kain Saved Forbidden City. Pekin, June 0.—Lightning struck a building inside the American gate of the Forbidden City, causing a fire. Three buildings were burned. The American and Japanese guards did all possible to prevent a spread of the flames. A heavy rain saved the Forbidden City. One of the buildings burned was a library containing many valuable manuscripts and numerous historical records of the dynasty.

Phillips Not Poisoned.

New York, June G.—The report of George N. Ferguson, an analytical chemist, who made an examination of the stomach of the Rev. K. S. Phillips of Hazleton, Pa., who was found dead in the apartments of "Dr." Kirk Stanley three weeks ago, shows that the priest was not poisoned. Stanley was released by Coroner Balsch.

XEKSJE XELEGliAMS

France lias secured a settlement oi its Armenian massacre claims against Turkey.

The 41st annual convention of the United States Brewers' association Is In session at Buffalo.

The liquor tax certificate held by James J. Corbett, tlie pugilist, at New York, has been revoked.

The labor situation throughout Spain Is critical, and anarchists are fomenting serious troubles.

Five French flahing boats have foundered, nnd their crews of 117 men are sui' posed to have perished.

William Whltaey's horse Vlodovoskl won tie Eujflish derby at Epsom yesterday In a large field of starters.

The Boers are greatly pleased aver their success at Viakfontelu, and say they are as dangerous foes as ever.

The transport Kilpatrlck, with the 43d volunteer infantry, the last of ths volunteers, has sailed from Manila.

William J. Bryan has telegraphed his acceptance of an invitation to address the Madison (Ind.) Chautauqua July 0.

More than 100 bucket shops in New York have been driven out of business by the restrictions of the amended war revenue law.

Justice Brewer of the United States supreme court, and Miss Einina Minor Mott were married yesterday afternoon at Burlington, Ver.

James Stacey, an engineer at Macon, Mo., in a lit of mental aberration, killed his wife and daughter while they were asleep, and then committed suicide.

Muriano Quintano, 10 years old, shot and killed his 5-year-old sister at San Qeronimo, N. M., because she did not have his dinner ready for him when he wanted it.

Edward Kimball, the noted church debtraiser, is dead at Chicago of a complication of diseases, 74 years old. It was through the influence of Mr. Kimball that the late DwigUt L. Moody was converted.

Fire at Pollock, la., on the Iron Mountain road, destroyed a large number of buildings, including business houses, churches, the postoilice and hotels. Most of the buildings were small frame structures.

Negotiations between the Crainp-Maxim-Vickcru group of shipbuilders and stockholders of the Bethlehem Steel works have been resumed nnd the consolidation orlg iaally mapped out has actually been arranged, as far as that is possible without the delivery of the stock.

Curious Issue In .Rejection of Application For Liquor License.

HE HAD NO BUILDING

And On This Ground Petition of Remoiistrators Held Good In Commissioners Court.

The Building- Was Described In the Application Though It Existed Not.

Wabash, Ind., June 0.—Noah Stebbins of Red Bridge, this county, applied for a license to open a saloon at that place, and in the legal notice given in the newspaper of his intention to apply for a license he described by metes and bounds the lot on which he proposed to do business, and described the building as a one-story frame, mentioning the dimensions. When the case came up in commissioners' court the attorney for the remonstrants asked the board to reject the application on the ground that Stebbius had the lot, but there was not a sliver of the "frame building" in which he proposed to open up. The commissioners held the point well taken and rejected the application.

Stebbius' attorney said such a question had never been raised before, and he purposed determining it in the supreme court. He says that if Stebbius had a license and his place burned lie could erect another building and carry on the business under the old license, and there is no reason why he cannot procure a license and build a saloon later.

lib SAX IX XIIK COKNEK

But First He Hud Trifled With Uncle Sam's Man. Indianapolis, June ti.— F. E. Chesternmn, a wealthy Philadelphia manufacturer, was sent to jail for one hour and lined SOU and costs in federal court yesterday on a charge of bribing Inspector (iraef at the United States army depot at Jtffersonvilie. Cheslermaji pleaded guilty to technically violating the law. and the punishment was made nominal.

THE CRAWFORDSVILLE WEEKLY JOURNAL.

Chesterman bid for the contract to furnish a large quantity of halters for the army, and made a trip to Jeffersonville. Alter returning home he sent the inspector a letter of thanks, including a $20 gold piece. Graef took it as an attempt to bribe and reported to the government. Chesterman appeared in court and entered a plea of guilty. The statute required imprisonment and a tine not less than three times the amount of the bribe offered. According to a custom of the court, he was allowed to serve the time sitting in one corner ol' the courtroom tinder guard. He paid the fine and costs.

Asjed .Minister Seized of Paralysis. Hagerstown, Ind., June 6.—-The Rev. William T. Warbinton, one of the oldest and best known ministers in the Christian church, suffered a slight stroke of paralysis, which leaves him speechless a portion of the time. Much apprehension is felt The Rev. Mr. Warbiuton is the "father" of more churches, perhaps, tnan any other preacher in Indiana, and he founded many churches throughout the middle West. He is 72 years old.

Now She's Sorry.

North Vernon, Ind., June G.—Marion Stewart and Carrie Gabbleman, who eloped from Osgood, were caught here yesterday. Stewart was arrested and was taken back to Osgood last night. The girl said in reply to a question: "I am so glad I am going back home. This is what girls get who are green. I'll bet if I get back well I'll never go again." Stewart showed ugnt and had to be handcuffed. He is twice the age of the girl.

Hiddl* Library Purchased by City. Logansport, Ind., Juiie 6.—The city school board has purchased the Biddle library at the appraisement, $5,500, including the books, paintings, art works, etc. Judging from letters received by the administrator, he could have sold the collection for $10,000 had he visited the various markets.

Vxpresa Agent Kobbed.

Arlington, Ind., June 6.-—Rufus Seward, express agent, after making up his closing report for the month of May, left a package containing $120.70 in the cash drawer of his safe, while he stepped outside the baggage room to look for an approaching train. During his absence the money was taken.

Greatest Palace In World. It is announced the pope has decided that the great building which ia now under construction by the sida of the Vatican, and which is destined for the accommodation oi pilgrims, shall be ready by the end of 1902, In expectation of the early arrival of th« pilgrims in 1903, the twenty-fifth anniversary of the election of Leo XIII. The building will have a length of 220 meters, consist of four stories, and contain 1,600 chambers, accommodating 2,500 persons. The Vatican Itself contains 11,000 chambers, and this addition will raise the total to 12,600, making It the greatest pcilaco in tho world.

Graham's Busy Store.

Ladies' Tailor Suits.

We have too many of them and have decided to take a liberal loss now while there is ample time ahead. Better that than wait till the season is about ended and then begin. Losses have got to be met to make sure of the profits. It is not aU fair weather business. Henee these prices that you cannot well afford to paBS—

Plain Figure Prices.

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One lot good Scotch Lawns, white with small corded figure, at One lot fancy organdies and lawns, small figure, fast colors One lot Andlne cordod and fine figured organdies and dimities at One lot fine heavy even stripe lawn with small black and white dot One lot corded and fine stripe fancy dimity with ring and dot One lot dress ginghams in all new shades, checks and stripes An extra fine zephyr gingham, handsome styles and fast colors One lot corded and colored figured, fast color lawns at

One lot fine organdies, choice new French designs, all new, at One lot very fine embroidered and dotted fancy swlss muslin at One lot lace stripe, fine swlss, with fancy black scroll figure at One lot open lace Btripe organdy with fine silk and satin stripe at

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Lessons in Economy

DEVOTED EXCLUSIVELY TO

Garment and Wash Goods

SELLING.

Tailored Suits Made Wrappers

Walking Skirts Shirt Waists

Petticoats.

the weather grows hotter the cut on tailor made suits becomes deeper. The last week has been a very busy one in this department and we expect to cleanup our entire line of handsome TAILORED SUITS at the following great cut in prices:

Now JPorv News About THeiri.

About 20 full tailored ladies' noits, come in Oxford, grey, and tan, finely stitched and finished throughout,

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stitched satin band trimming, finely lined and

finished in full tailored fashion a $12 50 to $15.00 line of suits, for this sale at #|4- 2 's

gr0yi navy and black, silk lined Jackets,

velvet collar, fine stitching, and garments in every way to your liking there are not many, but while they last at -l Only two colors, navy and black, but a strictly up-to-

Ru88ian Blouse effect, a silk lined jacket and full tailorish effect with stitched satin band and button trimming a $15 00 to $18.00 suit and we cut them to..

fa A handsome pebble cheviot suit in brown, mode, black and navy Russian blouse effect, finely silk lined jacket and trimmed in gilt satin bands and buttons, worth $20, 18 suits in pebble cheviot, black, navy, brown and tan, and a stitched taffeta trimming, all fully and finely A 9A tailored, and onr $25.00 line, now ft A line coming in black and navy, made up in the latest blouse effect, a silk lined jacket, all with stitched satin

trimming our $27.00 to |30 00 line, Now comes a line of fine silk gingham and plain mercerized chambray, full suits with sailor collars and plain white yoke, collar and cuff trimming of it an up to at a on a no a

A CYCLONE SALE. A WASH GOODS WHIRLWIND.

Wash Goods.

mark the variety of our stock, and with full lines to select from a patron is morally certain to find what or she wants. We aim to select such goods as will fill the expectation of the buyer from first to last, and the inside secret of our success is that we consider quality first, last, and all the time. What you want in wash goods, be it a dimity, gingham, percale, or calico, you will certainly find it here. A.U you have to do is to pick it out. We settle the transaction by making the price you pay perfectly satisfactory. Fine wash goods will move out of here this month with the force of a cyclone. New assortments at smashing prices. The wind will blow through our wash goods, and just now it's a price wind—a whirlwind that blows you good if you buy.

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....THE POWER OF PERSISTENT PURPOSE....

keeps this store In the lead—keeps ltbusy because It deserves to be busy—keeps it growing, and grow it will so long as it deserves to keeps the stocks at full tide of completeness keeps prices fair by avoiding waste. There is no cessation of dally needs and we have kept store well whea we best supply those needs. Special movements of merchandise are in progress daily, for no sooner does a season fairly open ihan stock adjustments begin all over the land, and as it's down hill from everywhere to Graham's, the largest advantages from clearances come here. Our store news leads even the bulletin boards In interest. George Washington was said to have thrown a dollar across the Potomac, which was along way for a dollar to go, but it is not a circumstance to how far a dollar will go at this Busy Store.

GEO. W. GRAHAM

Graham's Busy Store.

Down goes the price on the entire line of natty and serviceable tailor made suits in our made ready to wear department. We need the room these garments ocoupy. and to move them out rapidly have placed the price at a point where money savers can't resist buying. The quality is high—nothing low but the price. Six weeks ago you would have paid more, but for your good a cut in price takes place early enough fori you to get the good of a suit if bought at this sale.

^Profits Go Glimmering^

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One lot of the famous new Dress Linen or mercerized chambray at JvC One lot, our entire line of half wool satin sitfipe, 40c ^Q— challie at

A full line of line Foulardines, half silk Mousclincs, fine satin stripe all wool challie. etc. You should visit this wash goods section.

ABOUT MILLINERY.

The story of style is told in the millinery that comes from this store. The brightest, livliest and most up-to-date millinery in Crawfordsville Is to be found at Graham's and everything made to your way. Style, finish, and prices all a little better than others, and so much more so that comparison would be odious. There has been a doubling up in this department this spring—double the styles to select from, double the help to serve you, and double the amount of business done. You should see Miss Jennie Cade and Mrs. Siler about your Millinery needs.

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