Richmond Palladium (Daily), Volume 34, Number 294, 30 August 1909 — Page 2

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LIVES WERE LOST III GREAT FLOODS Mexico Today Is Prostrated As Result of Terrible Tragedy Which Befell Monterey District. OVER 20 THOUSAND REPORTED HOMELESS Crops Have Been Destroyed And Railroads Washed Out Telegraphic Communication Is Very Poor. (American Newa Service) Mexico City, Aug. 30. Two thousand lives lost, fifteen million dollars worth of property destroyed, is the latest estimate of the floods, caused by a sudden rise of the Santa Catarina river at Monterey. All Americans are reported safe. Over four hundred bodies have already been recovered. The river today is within its banks and conditions are improving. The search for bodies is progressing. Telegraph communication is greatly impeded. While the work of rescue is goicg forward today in the vast area ravaged by the West Indian tornado, and its accompanying cloudburst, reports of greater loss of life keep coming in from every section of the devastated zone. 20,000 Homeless. Upwards of 20,000 aro homeless. Families are living on roofs of submerged houses, slowly starving to death. An area of thousands of square miles extending from Mattamoras to Torreon, a distance of three hundred miles and south GOO miles, is practically under water. Men and women and children are floating about on improvised rafts, masses of debris or housetops without food. Famine is staring the people of Monterey in the face. Crops are destroyed. Railroads are washed out. Bridges have been swept away. Telegraph and telephone wires are down. The river beds are rushing torrents and everywhere is the sickening sight of death in its most terrible form. Dead bodies are piled in trenches by the relief workers as soon as they are picked from the whirling eddies. There is no time for identification for pestilence may break out as well as famine. Hard to Make Estimate. It is impossible to estimate the property loss at this time for the country is still inundated, but estimates range from $,1000,000 to $13,00Q,0CO. The damage done in the district stretching from the mouth of the Rio Grande to Vera Cruz is unprecedented. In the Monterey district alone the loss of life is believed to have been more than 1,200. Many smaller towns are completely wiped off the map. In Monterey today there is nothing to mark the spot where manufacturing plants formerly stood. Sixty miles of railroad track of the National Railway of Mexico were wiped out in the Matamoras Monterey district. The National line between Saltlllo and Nuova Laredo has disappear ed. PIPER ASKS PROBE (American News Service) Pittsburg, Aug. 30. A leading aft ernoon daily paper has wired an appeal to Governor Stuart to investigate the Pressed Steel Car strike situation personally and use his influence to arrange a compromise. The paper claims that features have developed which make it a grave national prob lem. Only three pupils showed up at. opening day of school in the strike dis trict. The signs on the schools read: "We are on a strike." Secret Investi gation by the government of strike conditions is progressing today. APPRAISERS NAMED John Davenport, Theodore Martin and John Fender have been appointed by Judge Fox to appraise the property of Robert E. I Hartman and others The Pennsylvania railroad company brought suit against Hartman and others for the appropriation of real estate, in order to carry out Its poll cy of double tracking between here and Indianapolis. The first set of appraisers gave unsatisfactory service, and on motion of defendants the above three men were named. ITALIAN MURDERED (American Kcws Service) Monessen, Pa., Aug. 29. Gustino Toptino, an Italian aged 35, was murdered In front of his boarding house In Morgan avenue and Rocco do Matteo Is la the, lockup charged with Crime. Di Mattec and his wife were return fog from a -walk when the man was called to a space between two houses byToptlno. Angry words and two r volver shot rapidly followed both bul lets striking Toptino near the heart killing him instantly. Tho cause of He maniac cnitU not h turned.

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-Si VERY MUCH MARRIED (American News. Service) Chicago, Aug. SO. Mrs. Simon Shippert of Newburgh, Indiana's champion matrimonial advocate, is planning another wedding while seeking separation from her present spouse, who is her tenth. The career of Mrs. Shlppert has been a turbulent one. Obstacles of every description have beset her path to make her marital experiences anything but happy. Even the judicial machinery of the state has taken a hand at arresting her headlong rush through the matrimonial calendar. Her present husband with whom shs eloped two years ago on her sixty-first birthday anniversary, has grown feeble and lacks his former dash and chivalry. She is fighting for a decree of absolute divorce and is said to hav3 promised her hand and heart to a former sweetheaijt whom she jilted before the civil war. AWAIT CONFERENCE (American News Servico) Pittsburg. Pa., Aug. 30. Six thousand coal miners are idle in the Pittsburg district awaiting the result of a conference today between State officials, mine operators and miners to adjust the dispute regarding the use of a new explosive in mining coal. Recently the Penna mining department instructed the operators to use a new flameless explosive in the operation of their mines. The change was welcomed by employers, but most of the miners protested. The miners pay a percentage of the outlay for powder they uso and they claim that the new powder is too expensive and that it crushes the coal, reducing the amount of their compensation. INVESTIGATE IRON (American News Service) Port Arthur, Tex., Aug. SO. It Is reported that Chas. L Schwab, who last week made an investigation of the iron ore resources of East Texas, has secured options on extensive tracts of ore land in Rush and Cherokee counties and that he will erect a large iron and steel mill at Port Arthur. John W, Gates has been working for some time on a proposition to establish a steel plant here. BALLOON ACCIDENT (American News Service) Witteberg, Germany, Aug. SO. Zeppelin's dirigible balloon number three met with an accident five hours after leaving Friedrichshafen. The propeller flew off and badly ripped three gas compartments of the balloon. The remaining fourteeu compartments prevented more serious, if not fatal results. It will require two days to repair It

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FUTURITY IS TODAY Classic Running Event Held Today at Sheepshead Bay Track. WINNER'S SHARE $27,000. (American News Service) New York, Aug. 30. The Sheeps head Bay Fall race meet opened today with the running of the classic Futurity, worth more than $3O,O0O, the richest 2-year-old stake run on the American turf. Seldom has public in terest been worked up to such pitch with a lack of public betting. The futurity is a turf prize which breeders and owners are all anxious to win. The sum going to the win ner Is $27,000. According to th calculations of close observers of racing form, James R. Keene's superb colts Grassmere, and Sweep were the two likeliest of the starters. Coupled in the betting, they were favorites at 2 to 1. As the day grew older it became evident that one of the largest crowds ever seen at an Eastern race course would see the thoroughbreds dash away from the barrier. THE BUSHMASTER. A Reptile Famed For Beantyt Astl lty, garascneu mad Vciam, The Brazilian surucucu is a reptile that reaches a length, it is said, of twelve feet, and for beauty, agility, savageness and venom Is excelled by none in Brazil. The old Dutch settlers gave it the name of the bushmaster, a title it well deserves. The beautiful glints of light on this reptile's scales excel those on a humming bird's breast. It is of a reddish brown color, with varied markings. It fortunately is chiefly nocturnal and only frequents dense woods, as a rule not coming near houses. The finest specimen I ever saw was about eight feet long and had six fully developed fangs, three on each side, as well as eighteen in various stages of growth, nine on each side. The front fang was one and three-fourths inches long, exclusive of the bony base. The ef fect of a lunge from such a serpent can well be imagined. This is called "sura cucu," as it is said to make a hooting noise at night, and 'de fogo," as it is said to approach a light at night and try to get as close as it can. It has a curved claw on its tail. which the natives say it uses to dig into the ground as a fulcrum for its leap on its victim. The natives have a great dread of it, as well they may, the size of the poison sacs being so great, as well as its own size, agility and proved savageness. London Standard. VALUE OF LAUGHTER. Many a Political Coup Has Been Won by Means of Hilarity. It is Just because laughter Is so thor oughly human that it always touches a respective chord in the heart. Teople who are impelled to laugh together find it difficult to harbor any sentiments of resentment toward one another. Laughter drives away irritation. To laugh at a thing and at the same time to be seriously angry is almost an impossibility, and many a political coup has been won by means of hilarity, says the Pittsburg Dis patch. The third Napoleon's advent to the throne was signalized by much blood shed, but in spite even of this the people became reconciled to the new regime by the amusing and ingenious fashion in which on the morning of the fateful Dec. 2 the placards and posters bearing the watchwords of republicanism were found to have been metamorphosed into imperial manifes toes. The way in which It had been done excited such hearty laughter that the people's anger was to a great extent appeased. A people that are prone to laughter are much more easy to rule than a nation which takes a too serious view of life, and In the same way a government that has a sense of humor is certain to prove more popular than one that Is only stern There's nothing like bread made from Cold Medal . Flour. Dmoaxa.

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TEMPERANCE MOVE Decision Reached at Christian Conclave at Eaton, Ohio. MAYOR D. MILLER SPEAKS GIVES ADDRESS OF WELCOME TO THE HUNDREDS OF CHURCH WORKERS NOW GATHERED IN PREBLE CAPITAL. Eaton, O., Aug. 30. The third ses sion of the annual conference of the Miami Ohio Christian churches was opened Saturday evening at 7:30 o'clock by a rousing temperance rally, the procedure of which in the main was made with a view of enlivening and stimulating the efforts to be made in the future in the great wave of temperance and sobriety. The result of this meeting will no doubt be des tined to bear fruit and have telling effect in the end to which this great power of concentrated activity is aimed. A ten minute praise service follow ed the rally meeting, and was conducted by the Rev. Bert Weston of Dayton, a young minister of attainments. Address of Welcome. The address of welcome by Mayor D. J. Miller, following the service of praise, preceded the religious work of the conference. In his address Mr. Miller tendered a gracious, cordial welcome to conference attendants and gave assurance of their hospitable en tertainment at the hands of the town's populace in general. Next In importance to the welcome extended was the subject, "The Influence of Relig ion," upon which he spoke in a creditable and clear manner. The welcome address was received by Secretary B. F. Vaughan, of Centerville, who in and appropriate manner, responded upon behalf of the con ference. Hon. Wayne B. Wheeler, of Colum bus, superintendent of the State Ohio Anti-Saloon league, who had been programed for an address at 8 o'clock, because of an interrupting call, was unable to be present. His place on the program was substituted by Attorney G. W. Crabbe, of Dayton, a force In the temperance wave. Mr. Crabbe's address was well received, receiving the commondation of all for its squareness and clearout. thoughts. Sunday, the secoud day of the session, proved a great day, and it is probable that it will not be exceeded in manifest interest and enthusiasm by any following sessions of the remaining days. GAS KILLS SAILORS (American News Service) San Francisco, Aug. 30. Five members of the crew of the United States collier Nashant, were killed by some mysterious gases during the voyage from the Philippines to Hongkong, according to news just received here. The dead are Chief Officer Larkin, Second Officer Papp and three sailors. PEOPLE WHO SUCCEED. Ther Have a Vary mult Seas t the War to Da Thins. If there is that in your nature which demands the beet and will take nothing less and you do not demoralize this standard by the habit of deterioration in evejrrthfng you do, you will achieve distinction in some line if you have tn persistence and determination to follow your ideal. But if you are satisfied with the cheap and shoddy, the botched and slovenly, if you are not particular about quality in your work or In your environment or in your personal habits, then you must expect to take second place, to fall baci into the rear of the procession. People who hare accomplished work worth while have had a very high sens of the way to dot things. They have not been content with mediocrity; they have not confined themselves to th beaten tracks; they have never been satisfied to do things just as others do them, but always a little better. They always pushed things that came to their hands a little higher up, a little farther on. It is this little higher up, this little farther on. that counts in the quality of lire's work. It Is the constant effort to be first class In everything one attempts that conquers the heights of excellence. Success. The Bird Wtaaa, In the records of the journeyings of Lewis and Clark it Is written of SacaJawea. the "wonderful bird woman." that she "contributed a full man's share to tlie success of the expedition, besides taking care of her baby." Yet not a cent did she receive for her services. Her husband, whom the explorers mention as an idler and a wif beater, received JS00.33, including the price of a horse and lodge purchased from him. Cat Mcdlclmc. The ancient physicians had a firm belief in the healing powers of different portions of the cat, probably from some confusion existing in their minds witH regard to Its own nine lives. One of them gives as a valuable recipe to cure fevers two pints of water mixed with three drops of blood taken from the ear of an ass and -certain parts of a cat'i digestive organs. Kept a Secret. Wife-Think I can t keep a secret do you? Husband Yes. I da Wife WelL rve worn an old hat trimmed orer for the past two months, sad I haven't told a soul yet. So there!

IS THE MOOII SICK? Many People Think the Planet Suffers With a Liver Complaint.

EXTREMELY YELLOW NOW For several nights the moon has been shining with a peculiar brilliance and has cast an electric radiance that is unusual. So unusual in fact that it has caused considerable comment and many citizens are much inclined to regard the peculiar light emanations as phenomenal. The moon's rays are usually mellow and of a yellowish hue. So brilliant has been the light of the moon that only the brightest stars are visible and it is easy to distinguish objects for a distance of several blocks. The headlights on automobiles have been useless in the country for the past few nights and many have turned their presto-light tanks off, preferring to ride beneath the silvery rays of the big old lazy moon. TIPS AY TELEGRAPH Car Strikers in Chicago Reject The Compromise Offered. NEW YORK CHOLERA SCARE (American News Service) Chicago, Aug. 30. The union street car employes this afternoon rejected the compromise of the traction com panies and fell back on their original demands. More conferences in order to arbitrate will ensue. CHOLERA SUSPECTED. (American Newa Service) New York, Aug. 30. A passenger on the steamer Russia from Libau which arrived from Libau today died from a suspicious disease, possibly cholera. Great precautions are being exercised pending the autopsy. MAKES A FLIGHT. Berlin, Aug. 30. Orville Wright, the American aviator, made a private flight of fifteen minutes above the temple of the parade grounds today. The soldiers stood fascinated while the machine soared about their heads. APPOINT GUARDIAN. Harriett Fulghum, who was ad judged incapable of managing her es tate, was placed under the care of a guardian in the circuit court this morning. Frank Davenport was se lected1 as guardian and gave $1,500 bond. AGED PEOPLE MARRY John H. Chrisman, a well known resident of Dublin and Miss Myria Long, matron of the deaf and dumb Institute at New York city, were married at the parsonage of Rev. R. J. Wade this morning. The couple who are about 00 years of age, will make Dublin their future home. Mrs. Chrisman will leave In a few days for New York city to sever her connection with the deaf and dumb institute. ' The Mexicans eat salt with their oranges. They prefer the fruit so seasoned because It Is considered to be more wholesome.

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HARRIMAII VERY MUCHJMPROVED Condition of Railroad King's Health Not Believed to Be Serious.

STATEMENTS BY FAMILY MRS. HARRIMAN STATED TODAY THAT HER HUSBAND HAS IMPROVED VERY RAPIDLY SINCE RETURNING HOME. (American News Service) Turners. N. Y., Aug. SO. Everybody united today in an effort to sliow that Mr. Harriman has improved in health since his return from Europe and that he will not need to undergo an operation. Mr. Harriman is in better condition luau U3 11419 L V . I J a I Ail.. since his arrival for the "after cure"' at his home here, according to a statement by his pastor, the Rev. J. Holmes McGuinness. He spent a restful night. "Mr. Harriman is better," said the e'ergyman. "His improvement has been continuous and uninterrupted since he came here. We of the family are very happy." This statement, the pastor said, was made "On -the word of a Christian gentleman." Additional Evidence. Additional evidence that the financier is not in as bad shape, as tlie re ticence of the family regarding the unfavorable reports last week, had led the public to believe, are the statements of three members of "ais family his wife, his son Roland and his sister, Mrs. Mary Simons. "Since he has been home Mr. Harri man has gained each day in strength." declared Mrs. Harriman. "We expect that he will be restored to good health in a very short time." "Pop's all right," said Roland Har riman. Mrs. Simmons said: "AH that is the matter with Mr. Harriman is a ner vous breakdown. Really he isn't very ill." RICHTER IS HOME Prof. Joseph Richter, superintendent of St. Andrew's parochial school re turned yesterday from Harrison, O.. where he spent the summer with friends and relatives. Prof, Richter Etill suffers from an Injury to his leg, which he sustained when a member of college. He has to move from place to place with the aid of crutches. TO ATTEIID MEEK Dairy inspector O. L. Wagoner and Dr. George Ferllng, veterinary surgeon, accompanied by their families, will leave next week to attend the United States Veterinary Association meeting at Chicago. Dr. Ferling is a member of the state executive board, which will be in session a week from tomorrow at Chicago. Meanest Man en Earth. Irate Barber (to customer as he seats him in chair) Yon see that guy going oat the door? Customer Yes. What of it? Barber He's the meanest man on earth. Cistomer What has he done? Barber Why. the scoundrel sat in my chair for half an hour and never told me he was deaf. Everybody's Magazine.

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A PRAISE SERVICE

St. Andrew's Congregation Celebrate Saving of the . Church: RENDER A SPECIAL PSALM The value of higher education was considered by Rev. Father Roell. pastor of St. Andrews' church, at yesterday's services, which were of the nature of a thanksgiving as a result of fact that the church was neither seriously damaged or destroyed by fire, Friday night. Lightning struck the church and set it on fire. The congregation had a disastrous experience with lightning nine years ago. The service was a gala occasion and the hymn. "God of Might." which is only sung upon such occasion, was rendered by the congregation at the conclusion of the service. In respect to higher education. Rev. Roell said that the fact that there were few professional men in the congregation should be deplored. He earnest ly pleaded for the members of his congregation to do all possible to give their children the benefit of common school, high school and college educa tion. City Statistics JACKSON Mrs. Sarah A. Jackson, aged .V years, died yesterday afternoon at her home. '-'l-M North V street Two daughters. Hattie Wilkinson and Hazel Parshall. and one son, Charles of Shelbyville. survive her. The funeral will take place Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home. The burial will - be tu Earlham cemetery. TAYLOR-Robert R. Taylor, aged two years, died early this morning at the home of his parents. Mr. and airs. Charles S. Taylor. 124 South Eleventh street The funeral will tako place Wednesday afternoon at 1 o'clocic from the home. The burial will b-s in the Elk horn cemetery. Friends may call at any time. PARKER Daniel Parker, aged 60 rears, a former resident of Richmonddied at Jamestown. New York. Saturday. Besides his wife two daughters survive him. The body was brought to this city for. funeral services and burial. Services were conducted this afternoon from the home of R. 1. Moore. 123" South Fourteenth street. The burial was at Earlham. JACKSON Mrs. Isabel Jackson, aged 40, died this morning at the home of her parents, Mr. and 'Mrs. Quince Mason of Spring Grove. She Is sur vived by her husband. Parry Jackson' eery business, and one daughter. The funeral arrangements will be announced later. . ' TOIKjffl THIEF Word wss received by Sheriff Linus Meredith this noon from farmers living south of town on the Liberty pike, that a stranger answering the description of the thief who stole & horse and buggy at Dayton Saturday night, was seen driving south about 11 o'clock this morning. The horse and buggy resembled the stolen outfit. The driver was accompanied by another stranger and at one place where the men stopped to give their horse a drink, thev arted verv nneerlv. ' THAW IS LIBRARIAN. Matteawan. N. Aug. 30. Harry inaw nas oecn appuroiru uvruuu ui state in the asylum for the insane.

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