Plymouth Tribune, Volume 2, Number 15, Plymouth, Marshall County, 15 January 1903 — Page 4

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The Only Republican Paper in the County Plymouth, Ind., January 15, 1903. This winter's experience with the fuel squeeze adds decidely to the public desire to regulate the trusts. Congress should lose no time in locating the huge profits that stick fast somewhere among the coal operators. Developments in Wall street are considered favorable in spite of irregularity in prices, easier terms for money being most encouraging symptom. As private individuals, companies, corporations and syndicates are nov buying up Indiana coal lands in large quantities, what is to prevent the state purchasing and holding a few thousand acres on its own account? A coal reservation might prove as valuable as a forest reservation. Indianpolis Journal. Somebody makes the suggestion that Emperor William ought to start a newspaper and run It to suit himself. It Is contended that Germany's newspapers are not as bright and Intellectual as they ought to be, and that the emperor could give the Germans a paper worthy of the high standard of that nation, f The European powers which are demanding the original value of the 400.000,000 taels indemnity fromChina without regard to the decline in the price of silver, would hardly allow any rebate on the debt in case silver had gjne up in equal ratio. What they are after Is their pound of flesh, and they are willing to take a pound and a half. Thousands of men in various "lines of employment receive much .larger salaries than are paid to the judiciary of the United States, which ought to command toe services of the ablest legal talent in the country. The counsel employed by large cojpo rations are paid several times as much. Half a dozen corporation lawyers In the city of Chicago receive live times the salary of the chief justice of the U-Jlted States, i.nd In Sew York such men may be counted by the dozen. General Chaffee says that while In command of the American troops in China he knew the exact spot where a government treasure worth $80,000, was concealed, . and that he would have seized and held it as part of the Chinese indemnity fund to the (United States bad he not been forbidden to do so by President McKinley. His action would have been justiiied by the laws of war, but the United States occupies a better position before . the world for his not having seized the treasure. Although the total vote of New Mexico at the last election was- only 3S,000 and that of Arizona only 19,000, it is proposed to admit both of those territories to the Union and give each two senators and a representative. , Every member" of congress In Indiana received more votes at. the last election than were cast in New Mexico and more than twice as many as were cast in Arizona; yet if it were proposed that each of the congressional districts in Indiana should have two senators and a representative in congress everybody would say it was preposterous. John S. Dudley, the Sullivan county citizen who is assuming the duties of sheriff after being deposed by the Jaw and found guilty of negligence by Governor Durbin, may yet. try the patience of the state authorities to EDch a point that summary action will be taken. That Dudley and the Sullivan county authorities who are said to be abetting him in his disregard of law and executive, ruling may go too far is the thinly-veiled, but diplomatically expressed, opinion of Attorney General Charles W. 2HKr,who,' with Governor. Durbin, Is giving the' Dudley case the closest scrutiny, t:- - - The Brooklyn Eagle, which is an intelligent observer of indicatippi as well as events, says that ''it is fairly well settled that congress will send a trust bill to the White House for signature." The president has been urgent about the mattet" and with the attorney general's assistance, has passed beyond the plan of publicity to the more definite and practical proposition to put an end to railroad, discriminations. To such a law t,he railroad corporations cannot object. On the contrary, they should hall such a law as a deliverables frcm a condition which has been a fearful drain upon the rccourccs cf trunk lines. The po cz je of such a till as tno attorney rcncral his prer-reü ttc-Ü zzj czj L-ori the- country ti ccr r; z can c;il uita nene;:" z.l 'T.rJ

President. Roosevelt threatens to call an ejtra sessbo. of congress unless the pledges of tbjarty to the people are . fulfilled by the enactment of a rigid anti-trust law and such other legislation as the republican party by its platforms is pledged to adopt.

Congressman Charles Land is brings the gratifying assurance that there will be at least some anti-trust legislation by congress to stop discriminanation in railroad rates, and remove the rebate system altogether. If discrimination in freight rates is stopped it will go a long way toward remedying trust evils. The "Jeffersonian Democrat" finds i bat Mr. Roosevelt has himself been a Jeffersonian Democrat" in many particulars. Ills attitude on the Cuban tariff, his method of dealing with the Chinese question, his stand tor the Monroe doctrine and his success in strengthening our friendly relations with England, without exciting the jealousy of other powers, are all spoken of as being in line with the best Jeffersonian precedents and traditions. Senator "Parks is the author and backer of a bill forbidding the keeping or selling of cigarettes in Indiana. One may not even give away cigarettes or cigarette paper, or any 'substitute therefor." The senator is convinced that cigarette smoking is bad for young boys, and he thinks that the only way to stop the evil is to forbid the use of cigarettes by anyone.The gentleman's motive is entirely commenJafre, but hla bill Is not likely to pass.' We have no doubt that the smoking of cigarettes by young boys is extremely injurious to them. But so is cigar smoking and pipe smoking. And are there to be no more pipes and cigars in Indiana? It seems to us that in matters of this sort it is not such a bad idea to leave things to parents and teachers. It is true that they have a good deal to do, but after ali, the primary responsibility is theirs. Indianapolis News. TREASURERS AND BANKS AROUSED. Senator Parks last" Friday introduced a bill providing that state and county treasurers shall deposit public funds in banks selected for that purpose the funds to draw Interest and the interest accruing to be turned over to the counties and in the case of the statej to the state treasury. This bill embodies the ideas and practice of County Treasurer O'Keefe, of Plymouth, and the Indianapolis Journal says it has created more excitement than any tther bill yet Introduced and it is expected that almost all the county treasurers and most ; of the banks will unite in urging senators änd representatives to kill the bill. This fact ought to insure the passage of the bill and the people should take a hand as well as the treasurers and the banks. The Journal savs there will be a merry fight but ventures the opinion that the bill will be killed. If it is, many members of the legislature as well as treasurers will be laid on shelf by their constituents. Revival Meetings at M. E. Church. The revival meetings at the Methodist church are growing in interest. Both the DeLong's are powerful preachers and are able to interest young and old people and all classes of society. Rev. A. H. De Long returned from Thorntown, Tuesday and preached Tuesday evening. There will be meetings every day and evening this weekexcept Saturday evening. The childrens' meetings in the afternoon are very interesting. Rev. A. n. DeLong's illustrated talks to children are very interesting and are and are easily comprehended by the small boys and girls. He is making impressions that will be lasting and will brine good fruit in the years to come. Now , that the storm is over the. house should be tilled to its utmost capacity every evening. Everybody is made better spiritually, morally and intellectually by such sermons as the DeLong's preach. May Get Extra Pay. The supreme court Friday held that a county auditor 13 entitled to extra pay for serving on the county tax board of review in addition to his salary 3 auditor. The reasoning of the court would apply equally in favor of the assessor aqd treasurer, who are also members of that board. The question arose out of a suit by the commissioners of DeKalb county against Frank P. Seller to recover $78 which had been paid to him for twenty-eight days' service on the board of review during his term as county auditor. The circuit court held that the cjunty could recover the money, but the supreme court Friday reversed its judgment, saying that the provisions-of the fee and salary law requiring the auditor to turn Into the county officers' fund all fees and allowances which he mar receive as aultor does not apply to such a case. V.znlz'z Uzzrjizz. Gylvcctcr Hcjm Lucy Gaeilll 1 1 Arthur Birder -i; , , Era Lcmler

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LETTER FROM ORALE HESS A Trip Among the Mountains of South ern California.

Idyllvild, a most picturesome resort, is located in Strawberry Valley, Riverside county, Cal., among the San Jacinto Mountains, at an elevation of 525 feet.. It may rightly be called Southern Califoania's Alpine resort, as all nature seems to smile down upon it, as it lies among the pine woods, and the snow covered mountain peaks. . At Hemet we leave the train to take a stage, and are soon carried away from the busy world among the echoing hills. Along the mountain read for many miles is a viaduct, carrying an immense amount of water from the Hemet Dam to the valley below. As we pass along the mountain road, we notice the Oak and Sycamore trees are destitute of foliage, while the Cotton wood trees, seem to display all the brilliant tints of heaven. Up the canyon these tre-s may be seen mingling among the Pine, Cedar, Spruce and Fir trees as a ray of sunlight among clouds. It is long afte: sunset when we reach Idyll wild and the atmosphere has become so cool that wraps are very comfortable. But - as we near the hotel and looking so' cozy, we are confident of warmth and life within. There is no direction in which one may, turn, .but what there is some scene of interest ! At a distance of three miles from the hotel, Inspiration Point may be reached on foot or horse back with but little exertion, and here you may view the valleys below ! and the coast range in the distance. Just below, you may see Cold Water canyon which is many feet deep, being lined with mammoth boulders and stately pines, through which runs a dancing sparkling stream. v. Another trip maybe taken to the 'painted rock", immense, with the flat side painted in a dark red, to represent an Indian blanket design. This was' no doubt painted 'bv Some Indian many years ago. It is about six feet square and though dimmed by rain and snow may be seen very ;dis tinctly. A portion of another day may be well spent in taking a trip to the Hernes Dam which is the largest dam in the world and showing a wonderful piece of mechanism. The dam is 600 feet deep and as you wind about the mountains up to the structure and look down the canyon, there you see the wonderful works of nature seemingly in rivalry with the works of man. The dam is ten miles from ldyll-1 wild and we make the trip on horse back also making a visit to the Thomas Ranch, which is about three miles off our road, and which is one of the! oldest and largest mountain ranches in Southern California. The original settlers were an Indian Squaw and a Spaniard, the children of whom are now living upon the ranch. A large number of cattle are raised on this ranch, and a short time ago the fiaest of race horses were dealt with largely. Tanquitz may be seen directly back, of the hotel and reaches a height of 8000 . feet. Tanquitz. is an Indian name meaning devil and the Indians living In the near neighborhood solemnly believe that the mountain is inhabited by the devil. They will not be convinced that it is void of lire, but describe it. as a nefarious monster, which when angered-will surround itself with fire add snuke. Tanquitz may be reached by horse back in a day, by following :i winding and at some places narrow trail. After having heard the many legendary tales of the mountain, one comes to look upon it as being severely majestic. But among the many points of interest about Idyll wild, San Jacinto Peak seems to surpass them, all reaching a height of 10,400 feet and being sixteen miles from Idyllwild. The summit is reached by steep and difficult trails taking two days to make the round trip. As vou ascend the mountain you may look out ' across the valley and see Eislnor Lake' lying between the' hills and the coast ranga', And far beyond the .coast range bay be seen - the peaceful waters'' of the Pacific tha surface being broken by San Clement and , Santo Ca toll n a Islands, v. ' ' ' Ascending further you come to Tanquitz Meadow whose beautiful green grass forms a perfect picture of nature. According to the legend, this meadow forms the roof tot Satan's Music room, as often rumbling änd roaring sounds uuy :oc heard from below which sets the surrounding air in a trembling motion. The highest point of San Jacinto Peak will be reached by climbing around and over great boulders. And from here you behold Old Greyback, the King of Southern California Mountains, while below i3 theüolorado Desert. Whitewater canyon may be seen rushing cut from among the Can Bernardino Mountains. And to the inj a pancrama cf the vrcrlJ!. -

Senator Parks Bill A bill for an act authorizing and requiring the State Treasurer of the State of Indiana and the several county treasurers of said state to deposit the public funds in their hands as such officers in a bank or banks selected therefor and to charge and collect from such bank or banks a premium on the dally cash balances and prescribing duties of such treasurers, and fixing a penalty Tor any violation thereof. Sec. 1. Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of Indiana, that from and after the taking effect of this act, it shall be lawful for the state treasurer of the State of Indiana and each and every county treasurer of said state to deposit the public funds in his hands as such treasurer in the bank or banks offering the highest premium to obtain the deposits of the public funds in the hands of such treasurer, and to come into his hands during his term of office; the premium to be paid shall be based on the estimated daily balances in such bank or banks, and to be kept in such bank or banks; and it shall be the duty of such treasurer to deposit the public funds in the .bank or banks offering the highest, premium therefor. All deposits made bv the state treasurer shall be made In the name of the State of Indiana, and all deposit made by a county treasurer shall be made in the name of the county in which such treasurer was elected. It shall be the duty of such treasurer, before making

any deposit of the public funds in any bank, to require such bahk to execute a good and sufficient bond with ample surety to the' approval of such treasurer payable to the State of Indiana for the use and benefit of the state or county as the case may be in a sum equal to one and one-third times the estimated average daily balances to be kept in' such bank, conditioned that said bank will faithfully discharge its duties as conditioned: that said bank will faithfully discharge its duties as custodian of said fund and pay the same to the treasurer entitled thereto, or upon his order; but nothing herein shall be so construed as to release such treasurer and his bondsmen from liability. upon his official bond for any defalcation or dereliction of duty as such treasurer; the bond required of the bank or banks herein shall be regarded as additional security for the safety of the public funds. Sec. 2. It shall be the duty of the state treasurer of the State of Indiana to collect the premium provided for in Section One of this Act. and when collected, the same shall immediately become a partothe piiblic funds in bis hands as such treasurer; and it shall be the duty of tae several county treasurers of the state of Indiana to collect the premium provided for in Section One (1) of this act, and when collected, the same shall immediately become a part of the public funds in bis hands as such treasurer. Sec. 3. Any state or county officer who shall willfully violate any of the provisions of this act shall be deemed guilty of a felony, and upon conviction shall be imprisoned in the state prison for a period of not less than 'one hör more than ten years and disfranchised and rendered incapable of holding any office of trust and profit for a period of not less than ten nor more than twenty years. The Big KanUkee Canal. Pollard, Goff & Co., the successful bidders on the Kankakee reclamation ditch, are getting their machinery ready to move and' will begin dredging" before Jan. 15, says the Laporte Herald. They will commence at the point where the Place ditch terminates in Hanna township and work down to English lake.' a distance o" about ten miles, this being the limit of their contract, and at that point John McAndrews will take up the work and go seven miles further down the Kankakee. This drainage canal is to be 17 miles long, 50 feet wide at the bottom, 74 feet wide at the top, with a 10-foot berme, and will average 12 feet In depth, making It one of the largest works of the kind in the country. The removal of 1,360,000 yards of earth Is involved and the limit for completion Is April 1, 1804. The total cost, of the work is $88,359.64, cr about 6 cents per cubie yard. v , Birthday Pirty.. Saturday was the seventh birthday of Ross Amelia Matthews, daughter of Mr.' and Mrs. W. H. Matthews, and a party of her little friends gathered at her home on William Street Saturday afternoon to help her celebrate it. 'Those present were; Minnie Bechler, Helen Redd, Maud Marks, Devere Wise, Paul Jacox, Vera Sanner, Chas. DeLÖDg, Owen Butler, Lester, Harry and Herbert Houghton, Walter Wise, Lulu Williams, Frances Love, Lockren Wise, Loretta Ulrich, Mary Hartmin, Harry Knode, Helen Armstrong, 1 Clare and Bird Rockhill. I;i-ys Great Crzii C3 Hccc. Indiana cil vrelb produced oil dtrrIng th3 year cf 1C02 to the total amount cf 8,618,223 tarreb valued at C7.413, 153.75. ' The avercje output fcr tha mchtli c: Cctc t:r cf lui yc-r

MARRIED

York-Andrews. A pretty home wedding took place at the homp of Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Andrews Tuesday, Jan. 6th at 3 o'clock, when their daughter Mary was united in marriage to Mr Watson York, of Sugar Grove. 111. . Rev. L. 2s. "Newman of Syracuse, Ind., performed the cermony in the presence of about fifty relatives and friends. The wedding march was played by the bride's cousin, Miss Bessie Shanahan of South Bend. Mr, Gus Peterson and Miss Nellie Asire both of South Bend acted as best man and maid of honor. After the ceremony and congratulations a splendid wedding dinner was served. The guests from out of town were: Mr. Josiah York father of the groom, of Sugar Groye, 111., his son, Samuel, of Batavla, 111., Mr. and Mrs. William Weaver, Miss Nellie Asire, Mrs. Ed Shanahan, Bessie and Ray and Mr. Gus Peterson, of South Bend, Mr George Weissert and Miss Mamie Burden, of Bourbon, Mr, J. E. Thomas and son Fred, of Maxlnkuckee, and Miss Eva York, of Burr Oak. Other quests were: II. B. Whitlock and family, J. V. Astley and family, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Hoham, Dr. and Mrs. F. Mi, Burkett and Miss Ceclle, Mrs. Stephen White, Mr. and Mrs. Joe White, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Kreighbaum, Mr. and Mrs. Henry York and Miss Lottie, Mr. and Mrs. L. Sours, Mrs. James Logan and Miss Loretta, Mrs. Dora Lolamaugb, Miss Ella Marsh and Miss Grace Myers. The bride is well known here having lived near Dixon Lake all her life. Mr. York has recently bought a farm near Tyner where the young couple will make their home. , . The many beautiful and useful presents received area testimony of the high esteem in which these young people are held. , Marshall County Commended. The Marshall county farmers' institute, held in Plymouth last week, adopted a series of resolutions, one of which favors a state department of forestry, another condemns the proposition for another normal school, and a third urges the senator and representatives to guard the interests of the taxpayers and to prevent extravagance In state administration. If similar bodies would adopt resolntlons they would give an expression of opinion that would tend to counteract the efforts of those who declare the cos. of fads which they- advocate is not a thing to be considered. But, so Tar as state administration is concerned, there is no extravagance to prevent. The waste in support of government is iu counjies, townships and cities. Indianapolis Journal. Dixon Lake Ripples, Cheney Bros., began ice cutting at Dixon Lake Monday morning. The traffic in this vicinity is much impeded by huge snow drifts. Watson York made a business trip to his farm near Tyner City last Saturday. Jlr. Wm. Shireman, of Enon, Kansas, visited his sister-in-law, Mrs. Amanda Stevick, last week. Mr. Josiah York and son, Samuel, returned to their home at Sugar Grove, Illinois, Wednesday evening. Rev. L. Newman who officiated at the Änd re ws-York wedding returned to his home at Syracuse, Ind., .Wednesday morning. To Hold Examination. Fort Wayne Sentinel: The examination for appointment to the rectorship of St. Joseph's Catholic church at Mishawaka,,made vacant by the death of Very Rey. A. B. Oechtering, will be held jat the residence of Bishop Alerdmg on Thursday, Jan. 29th. It has been erroneously reported that the bishop .would select Rev. Oechterlug's successor, it being necessary that an examination be held and the most fitted priest is made an irremovable rector. , ... Applicants for the vacancy have until Jamnry 24th to notify the bishop of their .intention to take the exami nation. The concurs us, or examining board, will conduct the judicial .meeting and the bishop will name the suecsssf ul applicant within a week. A Flan fcr Ketplnj Apples. The Delphi Journal says that Charley Buck'ey has put away about 75 bushels of apples from his orchard, which he Is keeping in the same method that he used so successfully before. He stores them in dry forest leaves in the cellar and last year kepV such varieties as white pippins, wine saps and even Grimes' Golden Into the month of April without a loss exceeding ten per cent. Mr. Buckley claims this is a better showing than can be made by the cold-storage warehouses. He arranges the leaves and the apples in alternate layers in a bin or barrel and the leaves protect the fruit by absorbing the moisture and preventing constant change in the atmosphere: The fruit retail its . natural fiavcr end decs not wilt or ret. ,

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Änr.xi Thomas Face and Head Almost Torn to Pieces by Accidental Discharge of His Guru Amzi Thomas, son of Dayid Thomas residing in Polk township, five miles northwest of Plymouth, in company 'ith a neighbor was hunting rabbits Tuesday afternoon and his foot becoming in some way entangled the breach of his gun was brought against the ground with considerable force to prevent his falling. The concussion, or jar, caused, the cap to explode and the entire load of shot entered the side of his throat and made- a hole an inch in diameter, and tearing away fully one-fourth of the jaw, most of the shot passing up into his head where they still remain.. Dr. Ritchey, of Donaldson, was called but he was sick and telephoned to Dr. Knott to assist him. After doing what they could for the wounded man where he was, he was brought to Plymouth, and is now at the home of his brother-in-law, Washington Heckart, on West Garro street, where Drs. Knott and Kaszer are doing all they can for him. lie is perfectly conscious but cannot speak. He is however able to write and thus make his wants known, ne is about 25 years old, intelligent and industiious and returned from Colorado, only a few weeks ago. There is little hope of his recovery. ' Increased Cost of Newspapers. In view of the increased cost of . production qj newspapers within the past few years, all the metropolitan papers and many of the weekly papers in smaller towns, have increased their subscription and advertising rates. Recently the Globe Democrat increased the price of its weekly 10 cents, the Inter Ocean and Register did the same. In one county seat town the price of every weekly was raised to $2 per year. These advances were necessary. No country weekly should be . published for less than $1.50 per year and $2.00 is the right price. If the conditions continue it will be necessary for the papers of Monroe county to raise the price of subscription. Albion Republican. One Way to Get Coal. A Mishawaka man who ran out of coal and could buy none hired out to a dealer as driver; he was sent out with a load of coal for a factory, but hauled it to his own house and stored it In his bin, returned to the office, turned dn the pay for the: coal, took a receipt and resigned his job. When the dealer learned of the trick he philosophically remarked, Well, I've had railroads confiscate coal consigned to me; why shouldn't a teamster do the same thing?" Timber Should Be Cared For. Warsaw Times: The fuel question is a big one in winter time, and for men in moderate means its rise h price means much to them. The future outlook for fuel is really a serious question, for In the very nature ol things wood is constantly growing scarcer and will continue to do so, unless farmers give attention to growing more young timber. This latter subject is being discussed all over the country, and it is very likely that the coming legislature will provide forestry laws that will help to solve the question to some extent, at least. ! Money in This Brfdge. A black walnut bridge near Covington, Ind., that was built about 50 years ago, is between 125 and 200 feet long and has timber in it worth between $12,000 and $15,000. Lumber and bridge men have offered to replace the old structure with a modern iron bridge in exchange for. the timber that enters the construction of the present bridge . POSITIVE PROOF Should Convince the Greatest Skeptic in Plymouth. Because it's the evidence of a Plymouth citizen. ... Testimony easily investigated. The strongest endorsement of merit. The best of proof. Read it: Joseph Glass, policeman, of Cemetery St., says: "I had pain in my back so bad at times that I could not turn in bed without taking hold of something with my hands to assist me. On duty in all sorts of weather aggravated the complaint, the least cold I contracted always settled in my back and on such occasions the aching was continuous I heard of Doan's Kidney Pills and went to J. W. Hess' drug store for a box. I noticed an improvement alter a day's treatment and I continued the use of the medicine until I had taken four boxes. I now know what to do should others occur." For sale by all dealers, price 50 cents. Fcster-Milbura Co., Buffalo, H. Y., sole agents fcr the United r.emember the nameDcan 's and take - . , , ;

PLEASES THE CABIHET

Action cf the Beet Sugar Association on the Cuban Reciprocity Scheme. MICHIGAN'S VIEW IS WITHHELD Status of Anti-Trust legislationFoot and Mouth Disease Report Washington Notes. Washington. Jan. 10. . For nearly two hours yesterday, the cabinet was in session, all the members except See-, retary Root, who is in New York, being present: Secretary Hay had litUenew to report on the Venezuela situation. -No answers have been received to the latest proposition of President Castro, which was transmitted promptly to the allies. . Satisfaction, was expressed at th action taken by the representatives of the American Beet Sugar association, although regret Is expressed tliat the action was not unanimous. Nothing New from Indlanoliu ' The Indianola, Miss., postoSce case was again the subject of some consideration, but Tostmaster Geneial Payne had little in 'the way of developments to communicate. Attorney General Knox, to whom the case was referred, said that he had not had time yet to take it up, but he expected to begin consideration of the papers almost immediately. Reference to the Indianola case ledto some discussion of the sub.'ect of southern appointments, but no action was taken as to the general policy of the administration. Situation M to Antl-Tratt Dills. Washington. Jan. 10. As a result of extended consideration of the various pending anti-trust bills the sub-committee of the house judiciary committee of which Representative Llttlefield is chairman has practically agreed on an anti-trust bill. 'It has not yet been adopted formally, but it is said to meet the approval of .all members of the sub-committee. It is understood that It provides for publicity through the Interstate commerce commission. It Is further understood that the bill covers administration suggestions for antitrust legislation. The anti-trust bills Introduced Thursday, which were drawn by the attorney general, will go to the judiciary sub-committee. MICHIGAN BEET SUGAR MEN Will Take No Action on' the Cnban Reciprocity Treaty for Awhile. Washington, Jan. 10. W. S. Humphrey, H. H. Hatch and James G. McPherson, representing the beet sugar Interest of Michigan, held a conference yesterday at the committee room of Senator Burrows for the purpose of deciding on a. course of action with reference to the Cuban reciprocity freaty. After the meeting they announced that they had decided to wait until after the committee on" foreign relations should make its report on the treaty, before deciding on a line of action. They expressed themselves In somewhat skeptical terms as to the possibility of securing any substantial guarantee that there would be no reduction for the next five years beyond the 20 per cent, provided by the treaty, saying that their principal fear lay in the operation of the clause which protects Cuban sugar to the extent of 20 per cent, over all other sugars. The gentlemen said they had made no canvasses of the senate and would make none after the committee should report Report on the Foot and Month Dltaae. Washington, Jan. 10. In a report received yesterday by Secretary Wilson the chief of the bureau of animal Industry, Dr. Salmon, who Is In Boston directing the campaign against the foot and mouth epidemic, says that the disease will be stamped out this winter, unless It has been carried to some other part of the country where it is yet undiscovered. The experts have only two herds on band, which were reported within the last two or three days. The cure applied is the prompt killlngof Infected herds. Farmers are Irritated because they are not paid the full healthy value of their diseased stock. Safety-Device Lair in Danger. Washington, Jan. 10. The secretary of the interstate commerce commission In a communication to the house calls attention to a late decision of the United circuit court of appeals affecting the safety coupling act, which, he says, if upheld by the supreme court wil have the effect of nullifying the purpose of the statute in a vital respect." Proceeding of the llonee. Washington, Jan. 10. Yesterday was private pension day in the house and 144 bills were passed, none of especial importance. .Adjotrned to Monday. : . Senate was not In session. Marr!a Kecalle a Sensation. Chippewa 'Falls, Wis Jan. 10. S. C. F. Cobban, a millionaire lumberman, has just married Mrs. M. E. Wheeler. "Cobban Is 00 years old and the bride is 37. The marriage -was unexpected and recalls a sensational breach of promise suit brought against Cobban some years ago. The complainant in; that case was a Chippewa Falls woman, who has since died. Bae Ball Peace Conference. Cincinnati, Jan. 10. The base ball peace conference began here yesterday and closed before 10 p. m. to meet again today. Chairman Herrman was designated by the conference to give out the news, and said that there had been 'no action on anything, but that they seemed to be getting together sothat something might be done today. No Doubt of OnrProsTe. Great Falls, Mont, Jan. 10. Patrick Groghan, aged 16 years, has been arrested for passing counterfeit nickels, mostly into slot machines. He has confessed to the existenca cf a gangof counterfeiters, tcaiei by a 17-year-c!d bej, and t-3 direct:! the pd'co to a cc plcte r---t fcr r-'-;-- tzl

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