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APPLIED TO DAVIS Charge Made That U. S. y Grant Asked For Confederate Commission. OTHERS ARE TURNED DOWN Admiral Farragut and General Thomas Also Said to Have Sought Secessionist Honors. Baltimore, Md., Nov. 10. That the late U. S. Grant, Admiral Farrngut, and Gen. George II. Thomas applied to Jefferson Davis for commissions in the conferate service is the startling statement made by Capt. A. L. Ie Itosset of Wilmington, N. C. in an article in the Confederate Veteran, the official organ of the confederate societies, just Issued. Capt. Rosset quotes as his original authority Judge Robert Ould of Richmond, Va., who was commissioner of exchange of prisoners on. the part of the confederate states. Capt. Rosset says Col. Chalaron, who Is the custodian of the Louisiana Historical association, and in charge of the state museum, has In his possession letters which Gen. Grant, Admiral Farragut, and Gen. Thomas wrote to Davis. De Rosset continues: "Upon the secession of the southern states Capt. Grant applied to the governor of Illinois for a commission to raise a regiment to serve in the United States aimy. Ills request was ignored at that time. Later Jefferson Davis having been inaugurated provisional president the confederate states. Grant wrote on Jan. 18, 1S61, asking for a commission in the confederate army. "While in New Orleans some while ago, I mentioned the incident to Col. Chalaron, who told me that he had the original letter from Grant to Davis. "The colonel told me that he had also letters to Davis from Farragut and Thomas each applying for commissions in the confederate service." ChnllenKeM Confederate. Col. James E. Stuart, past vice commander of the department of Illinois, G. A. R., issued a challenge last night to the Louisiana Historical association tc produce the letters alleged to be in Its possession in which Gen. U. S. Grant, Gen George II. Thomas, and Admiral Farragut at one time offered their services to Jefferson Davis in the confederate army. "I challenge the production by the I.oulsianan Historical association, by any society or individual, of any authentic letter written by either of these three men at any time which contains one word or phrase from which the inference could be drawn they were willing at any time to aid or assist the cause of the rebellion." N FARES Amount Paid to Atlantic Companies in Ten Months. New York. Nov. 11. All records in the transportation of passengers across the Atlantic were broken during the first ten months this year, during which period over 2.000.000 persons traveled across the Atlantic. This was 300.000 more than traveled during the corresponding period in 1906. If only $25 were allowed as the average passage money this volume of traffic would represent expenditure of ocean fares of no less than $50,000,000. Chances are, however, that the average passage money was much more than ?25 and that the total expended was close to $100,000,000. Most of this, of course, went to foreign shipowners, a fact which is an important item as an offset to our favorable balance of trade resulting from excess of exports over imports. So far as the freight outlook is concerned, the steamship men are looking forward to large demands for cargo space to provide for the expected heavy exports of our commodities, including grain and cotton, which are needed abroad. MGDDUJILTED Engagement of Chicago Man to Pittsburg Girl is Canceled. Chicago, Nov. 11. A wedding that was looked forward to with interest in Chicago and Pittsburg society was canceled yesterday without any explanations. The principals are Miss Isabel W. Fontefract, a Pittsburg heiress, and John Cudahy, jr., son of the Chicago packer. The sword that cut this golden link between the two cities were wielded by Mrs. James G. Fontefract. From her summer home in Sewickley Heights near Pittsburg, said yesterday afternoon : "My daughter has canceled her engagement to Mr. Cudahy. This is true. While the engagement had been announced, the date of the wedding had not been set, and will not now take place at all. I can explain nothing more about It. My daughter will not discuss it now." Fortune Left by Father. Miss Pontefract's father is, dead. He was a merchant of Pittsburg, wlo left a large estate to his widow and daughter. The young woman is a close

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of Harry K. Thaw. The Pontefract family, besides the residence in Sewickley Heights, have a town house In Allegheny. John Cudahy, Jr., has been away from Chicago for some time. The family residence Is at 3254 Michigan avenue. Mr. Cudahy Is 23 years old and is working in the Louisville Packing company's office a plant controlled by his father. The engagement of Miss Pontefract and Mr. Cudahy was announced last summer. The acquaintance began at Mackinac island, where the Cudahys have a summer home. The match was understood to be a kVe affair, one in which money could not enter, as both families are wealthy. It was understood that the wedding was to be one of the early winter affairs and society In Pittsburg had been looking forward to it eagerly. Mr. Cudahy has paid several visits to the Pontefract home during his courtship. Ken son h Are Known. No reason has come to light for the breaking of the engagement. The first intimation came from Miss Pontefract In person, when a Pittsburg society editor called her up to get the date of the wedding. Miss Pontefract's reply left no doubt In the mind of the editor that the affair was off, and the official confirmation of this came later. There are many rumors as to the cause of the trouble. There was no member of the Cudahy family at home last night to give any explanation. One of the relatives of the family said that nothing was known In Chicago concerning the announcement, and that It was a great surprise. LABOR SHOWS FAIIH Unions Want an Exchange Medium to Take Place of Cash. Chicago, Nov. 11. Organized labor of Chicago continues to show firm confidence in the ability of Chicago banks to emerge safely from the present financial stringency. Although there was no meeting of the Federation of Labor yesterday, officers of the central body said the labor unions have every confidence in the banks and that all complaints which had been received of inability to get cash at the banks was rather a demand for a sound circulating medium of exchange than cash itself. The labor unions are perfectly willing to let the banks keep in their vaults as much currency as they can obtain, if a convenient medium of circulation can be put forth to take its place. Following the action of the carpen ters' union In asking for a special meeting of the Federation of Labor to be called tonight for the purpose of canvassing the financial situation, E. N. Nockels, secretary of the federation, said the meeting would not be called, as the situation did not warrant it. He suggested, and the suggestion was made in the form of an invitation, that a delegate convention be held in the federation headquarters this afternoon at 4 o'clock and that wherever possible the local unions should send'thelr delegates. Will Hold Delegate Convention. The suggestion was adopted by a number of the local unions. The delegate convention will canvass the situation and prepare for action which may be brought up and considered at the regular meeting of the federation next Sunday. It will be recommended the Chicago Clearing House association issue clearing house certificates of small denominations, such as $1, $2, and $5, on the same basis of soundness as the present certificates of larger denominations are issued. Such a medium would be of par value, and to insure Its ready circulation, David R. Forgan, president of the Chicago Association of Commerce, probably will be called upon to issue a circular letter to all members of the association, asking them to accept the small certificates in lieu of cash. It will be suggested also that employers who issue certificates in payment of wages go to places such . as the smaller retail stores, where their workmen are in the habit of cashing their pay checks; explain the soundness of the certificates to the proprietors, and ask them to receive them as usual with pay checks. Such u system, labor leaders declare, would sat isfy the laboring men and put an end to the flotation of so many checks and notes whose makers and indorsers are unknown, and hence the object of distrust or suspicion. (EHIOCKIAHS III DUEL Femalda, Ky., Nov. 10. Although Kentucky has placed a ban on the flow of whisky in many hospitable homesteads, the. cavalller chivalry which gained fame for the "dark and bloody" ground still lives. This was proven todav by a deadly duel over the passing of the He during an altercation about an election bet. As a result of the encounter "William Hopkins was killed and Frank Foley fata1- wounded. Hopkins is the son of the Rev. Thomas Hopkins. Both of the young men are well known In the town, and during a recent election they were on opposing sides. The day before the election the two met in the square in front of the postoffice and put up a wager concerning the result. The terms of the bet were somewhat misty. t, th fallowing day when the settkmcnt was to take place a wrangle occurred, which the He and a challenge were passed. Armed with dueling pistols the young men met at dawn. Each of them was an expert marksman and it was agreed that the affair was to be "to the death." Just two shots were exchanged. Whale's Immense Jawbone. The jawbone of a whale of average size measures about seven, feet in length.

ENTRIES FOR 1308 PRESIDENTIAL RAGE Roosevelt, Cannon, Taft, Fairbanks, Knox and Cortelyou Counted In. ROOSEVELT LOSING STRENGTH Secretary Cortelyou Said To Be "Dark Hourse' Seeks No Votes and Does not Announce Self. New York, Nov. 10. The Republican national committee will meet in Washington during the first week in December and begin the political campaign of 1908 by calling the national convtntlon. This will be held early in June, probably in the first week. Four cities are bidding for the conventionChicago, St. Louis, Kansas City and Denver. Each has raised the necessarv funds. Chicago stands a very good chance of being selected because of its central location, its adequate hotel accommodations, and Its great halls. Immediately after the call for the convention Is Issued district conventions for choosing delegates will begin in all states. A few will be in December, but most of them in January and March. The assembling of Congress on December 2 will start active political work in behalf of various candidates. Hoonevelt Losing Strength. The situation today, as outlined by a republican now active In national politics, who is regarded as political prophet, is as follows: President Roosevelt The uncertain quantity and still dominant figure on whom all others must depend, but beginning to lose some of the overwhelming confidence of the people which he possessed. It is noticed that the president no longer is reiterating to all callers at the White House his statement of last election night that he will not be a candidate again. Cannon Dualling; to Fore. Speaker Cannon With the solid Illinois delegation back of him and his boom to be sprung with the meeting of Congress, large numbers of congressmen are expected to announce their support of him, particularly those antagonistic to the president. The session, they anticipate, will prove a continuous promotion of his Interests. Vice President Fairbanks Suffering from ridicule of the cocktail story, but always kept in consideration by politi cians, because there is only one life be tween him and the presidency next year, and that life is recklessly ex posed in hunting, jumping fences on horseback, and tempting inclement weather. If accident should make Fairbanks president before the convention, he would become thereby the strongest Individual candidate for the nomination. Taft Show Is Slim. Secretary Taft Handicapped by the dominance of Roosevelt, being unable to speak for himself or stand independently. Considered by politicians to have less strength today than six months ago. He inherits all of Roosevelt's enemies, and none of the president's personal popularity.. Governor Hughes Conceded by all the politicians to be assured of a solid delegation from New York state and growing in popularity throughout the country without seeking the support of any man. His independent position and absolute refusal to discuss or take any action in politics make him the most uncertain figure in all reckonings. His stock has had the greatest percentage of increase during the past month of all candidates. Senator Knox Silent and in the background, assured of the Pennsylvania delegation and biding his time for a reaction against present agitation. Cortelyou Dark Horse.' ' Secretary Cortelyou The dark horse, who will not seek a single delegate nor announce himself as a candidate, keeping clear of all other booms and alliances. Will remain loyal to Roosevelt, but hopes to be nominated as Garfield was In 1SS0. Every plan now made Is subject to two uncertainties, the action of President Roosevelt and the financial condition of the country during the next six months. SON AMD DM SCHOOL Fur Flies During Class Rush at Missouri University Saturday. Columbia, Mo., Nov. 11. Earl Van Natta is a sophomore at Missouri State university, and his father, Ellsworth Van Natta, Is a freshman. What this scion will do to his dad, with the re membrance of lickings in his child hood always uppermost, will be a plenty. Already the younger Van Xatta, as a sophomore, has aided in compelling the "governor" to discard his hat and don one of the dinky little freshman caps, according to the edict issued re cently by the upper classmen. A strange sight it was for the gray halred Van Natta to go about adorned in such headgear, but he realized both the necessity and propriety of acquiesence. Father Versus Son. Moreover, he got even with his young hopeful a few days later during the class rush. "Daddy" Van Natta lined up with the freshles and the son with the sophs, and when the smoke cleared away there was the old man waving three-fourths of his heir's shirt. Papa Van Natta did not reach the pennant at the top of the lamp post, but he did not waver in the line until the

coveted trophy had been hauled down by one of his son's classmates. Because the elder Van Natta did not reach the pinnacle wa3 not because he is not athletic. He goes in for gymnasium work three times a week and hits only the high places in cross country runs with members of his class who are in their teens. And if anybody thinks the old man brings up the rear well, he's got another think coming. He is afraid to tackle football, but is a rooter of the first water. Cupid Interrupt College Studien. The elder Van Natta 13 4 4 years old and gray. His son will be 20 years old on Nov. 22. The father was a student In the academic department of the state university twenty-three years ago. He returned to his home in Audrain county and Cupid stepped in and

ended his school days for more than a decade. His bride is a graduate of Stephens college of Columbia. Last summer he concluded to finish his eduation and matriculate at the agrlculural department of the university. His son is in the same department. Mr. Van Natta sr. intends to complete the four years' course. The father rented his 200 acre farm five miles from Vandalia, Mo. Mrs. Van Natta is now in Columbia. The family will live here until the father and son are graduated. MISER'S TRIP DELAYED Royal Party Forced to Anchor on Way to England. London, Nov. 11. Delayed by an aderse wind and heavy sea, the German mperial yacht Hohenzollern, which is bringing Emperor William, his consort, and party to visit England, ran nto a fog bank off Sandown bay, Isle of Wight, last evening, making it impossible to enter the bay, as had been planned. After waiting for some time for the fog to lift, the Hohenzollern and the cruisers escorting the royal craft anchored for the night. The voyage was resumed early In the morning. It became known when the emperor eft Germany that his confidence in British police is such that he is traveling, for the first time, without his usual bodyguard of detectives. An extraordinary incident has come to light in connection w-ith the visit of the German emperor. It is related that at the conclusion of the recent maneuvers the channel fleet and the first cruiser squadron were ordered by the admiralty to repaint, etc., in honor of the German emperor. Visit Elates British People. The attitude of the people of Engand toward the German ruler, how ever, is different from that assumed by the cruiser squadron commander, and the kaiser will be given the warmest of welcomes wlien he lands on British soil tomorrow. Ever since the emperor's visit was announced the pppular mind here has been undergoing preparation for it. The average newspaper reading Britsher has been justified to a certain extent in thinking that the kaiser is about to follow the precedent created by another emperor, Henry IV., who went to Canossa In 1077 and ate humble pie In order to make peace with Pope Gregory VII. Of course this idea has not been phrased bluntly nor offensively, due regard being paid to courtesies by all London papers, with one solitary exception. But there has all along and everywhere been apparent in newspaper comment on the kaiser's visit the suggestion that his majesty has undertaken to swallow a pill that can not help being bitter and hard to get down. See Kaiser's Doit to "Inevitable." "Has Emperor William been forced to accept the inevitable?" has been the undertone of all the press comment. 'inevitable," in this instance, being the substance and meaning of the AngloFrench entente cordlale. It was the Paris Temps which first emphasized this view of the kaiser's visit, and the manner in which the remarks of the Temps has been quoted in the English press has shown how pleasing this idea has been to the national pride of this country. The Temps spoke of the AngloFrench understanding in extremely noteworthy and impressive terms. "The entente cordiale," it remarked, which would be a formidable Instru ment in time of war, has only in view the maintenance of peace. This Implies that those who form part of it rejoice at everything that has a tend ency to pacify the international at mosphere." No suggestion that the entente is in the nature of a military alliance was ever before made in a quarter so authoritative and well Informed, and the Temps' remark has attracted wide attention. French Toothpick Factory. The largest quill toothpick factory In the world is near Paris, where there is an annual product of 20,000,000 quills. The factory was started to make quill pens, but when these went out of general use it was converted into a toothpick mill. Valuable Souvenir. Dr. Warre, late headmaster of Eton college has been presented with an album containing the signed photographs of nearly every master and boy who was at Eton at the time of his resignation. INDIANS IN TOWN. The Big Chefs are in Hammond for a few days. If you want to see some Indians that have a real record, just take a look in the show windows of the South Shore Gas and Electric company. If you want to hear their history, just ask Hunter at 91 South Hohuian street. 10-22-tf.

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NAVY YARDSJRE BUSY Work of Making Battleship Ready for Long Cruise is Being Rushed. Washington, I- C, Nov. 11. Every detail In the preparations for the sailing of the battleship fleet to the Pacific ocean is now well in hand, and by Dec. 16, the date on which the vessels will pass out of Hampton Roads in review before President Roosevelt, members of his cabinet, and high officers of the navy, all arrangements for the comfort of the men en route will have been completed. At all of the navy yards the work of making necessary repairs Is being pushed, and will be completed by Dec. 1. Provisions are being stored aboard the vessels, and their coal bunkers are filled to their capacity. On recommendation of Admiral Evans, four anchors will be carried by each vessel, so as to be ready for any emergency. $37."5,000 for Provisioning Fleet. The cost of provisioning the fleet is estimated at about $375,000, contemplating the feeding of a force of 15,000 men for 100 days. Only this week contracts were awarded for head cheese, Frankfurter and other sausages, and veal. Advantage will be taken of the twoocean cruise of the battleships to make several tests with the provisions aboard their preservation, packing, and handling. It is desired to find some suitable form of bagging in which to carry dried provisions, as it is believed bags will afford the advantage of compactness and greater facility In handling in difficult places than if their contents were carried in boxes or barrels. May Get Target Range on Land. Incidental to the visit of the fleet to the Pacific coast, the navy department is making arrangements to obtain a place for small-arm firing there, so as to give the men an opportunity for experience in that direction. It may be that improvised targets will be established at Magdalena bay, where there is to be considerable target practice, but the preference is to secure land for the establishment of ranges to accommodate 2,000 men a day, as at Guantanamo. HEARS 0FSTATE RIGHT E. E. Prussing Gives Roose velt Views on Corporate Reforms. Washington, D. C. Nov. 11. Recognition of slate rights In his policy of "corporate reform" has been urged on President Roosevelt by Eugene E. Prussing. the Chicago lawyer and head of the citizens' league of that city. While the executive is giving consideration to this plea, some of his counselors are seriously contemplating

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0 - t " ' Copyright 1907 KOmsCHILD & HIRSCH advising him to ask congress, in his forthcoming message, to repeal the Sherman anti-trust law and substitute for It a measure aimed only at combinations which are "unwholesome" In their influence on Interstate trade. They claim that the law as it stands on the statute books is"a two edged weapon whose use harms the country more than its violators. Particularly is this true, they say. with regard to railroads, which should be allowed to enter "lawful combinations" for the advancement of the nation's commercial and material welfare. President Grin "Point." Mr. Prussing visited the Whitehouse by appointment in order to lay before the executive his views on the necessity of considering the rights of the states of the union In framing regulatory legislation. He presented his views In the form of a document terse and pithy which the chief executive read with deep interest. When he had finished his perusal of the letter at the close of the interview the president thanked the Chicago man, saying: "And now, my dear sir, I want to pay you a compliment, I did not pypect you to give me a single thing. nsteaa or that you have given me everal practical suggestions in conrete form, some of which are enirely new. I shall study them with pleasure. I may say you will soon see tnem reiiectea somewhere. TOBACCO IB 5PREE0S Growers of the Weed Gather Again in Owensboro Police on Guard. Owensboro, Ky., Nov. 10. Thousands of armed tobacco growers, represent ing three factions of the farmers, swarmed into Owenboro again today. and for hours there was serious danger of an outbreak, which would have meant a general battle. Police Oat In Force. The mayor ordered out the full force of police, and the sheriff has extra deputies to disperse crowds, but there was almost a battle over possession of the courthouse, which had been seized by one faction. Two meetings were held out of doors, while the third went on Inside. The tobacco war 6tarted and when the delivery of crops pooled with the Home Warehouse company, and sold to the American Tobacco company begins, there will, it Is believed, be serious trouble. Resolution Are Adopted. The Independent growers, who have pledged their crops to neither side today adopted resolutions pledging united action to resist any effort to prevent deliveries of the 1907 crop, which has been sold to the combine. Circulars have been sent out through Davies and adjoining counties calling on Independent growers to meet In Owensboro to organize for the protection of their homes. Your toflelp AVanter ad will find the rljtht peron If the rljebt person la looking for work just bow.

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