Richmond Palladium (Daily), Volume 34, Number 302, 7 September 1909 — Page 1

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Intrepid Explorer Will Be Given Giant Reception by Nation on His Arrival in New York City in Ten Days.

PEARY HEARS CLAIM AND

Dr. Cook Expresses Belief in Peary and Says the Commodore Is to Be Congratulated Danish Paper Prints Sensational Story That Cook Feared Meeting Pear in Greenland.

(American News Service) , St. John's, N. F., Sept. 7. Commander Robert E. Peary completely discredits the reputed success of Cook and says Cook was nowhere near the pole because he had Insufficient equipment for the undertaking and declares that Cook followed an uncharted route and had no way to check his reported observations. - (American News Service) Copenhagen,, Sept. 7. Danish newspapers publish a story that Dr. Cook was much excited during his enforced stay at Pederminde Colony In Greenland, and said "If I meet Peary I know he will shoot me." The story created excitement In scientific circles. (American News Service) New York, Sept. 7. Commander Peary is hurrying home with proofs of his discovery of the North Pole, tie will arrive at Chateau Bay this afternoon ami leave for America soon. Peary's Arctic Club is busily at work preparing a welcome, such iais never before was accorded to a private citizen. Scientific societies are to take part. Every section of the United States will be represented. He will probably reach New York in ten days. The initial steps were taken today by the Peary Arctic club to welcome the master of the North. The Arctic club, the explorer's club of America, the Peary Arctic club and the Geographical society will likely unite with the numerous civic, national and scientific bodies representing every section of the United States to give such a welcome as will establish an epoch in such affairs in America. The preliminary steps to have the United States government take an active part in the greeting of her distinguished citizen has been set afoot. New York Will Seem Small. New York, even in her bigness, will be crowded with those who will take part in the reception of the Arctic hero. Guns in the harbor will belch their salute and gaily decorated launches and pleasure craft of every variety will fill the waters of the bay when the Roosevelt comes sailing home. With the flag of the United states at every peak, with the cheering of multitudes and the electric thrill of enthusiasm in the very air, the ova Commander Peary 's Messages of Triumph Indian Harbor, Labrador, via Cape Ray, N. F., Sept. 6. I have the Pole, April 6. Expect arrive Chauteau Bay, Sept. 7. Peary. Indian Harbor, via Cape Ray, N. F., Sept. 6. Steam Yacht Roosevelt flying club burgee has enabled me to add North Pole to club's other trophies. Indian Harbor, via Cape Ray, N. F Sept. 6. Stars and Stripes nailed to North Pole. Peary. Indian Harbor, via Cape Ray, N. F Sept. 6. Pole reached. Roosevelt safe. Peary. TO HIS WIFE. Indian Harbor, via Cape Ray, N. F., Sept. 6. Mrs. R. E. Peary, South Harpswell, Me.: Have made good at last. I have the old Pole. Am well. Love. Will wire again from Chateau. Bert. " HIS WIFE'S ANSWER. South Harpswell, Me, Sept. 6. To R. E. Peary, Steamer Roosevelt, Chateau Bay: All well. Best love. God bless you. Hurry home.

IU1 OF COOK S DISCREDITS IT tion to Peary will likely eclipse anything of the kind ever done before. Following the announcement that Commander Peary would arrive here within 10 days the fullest possible speed was made today in the plans for the homecoming. Aside from the people's display the social side will play a prominent part and there will be dinners and banquets and lectures and every other known form of entertainment. It is confidently expected that Commander Peary will hasten to Washington Immediately after bis arrival here to lay before the navy department, the official report of his success. But this will not prevent the noisy reception which will figuratively echo from New York to" San Francisco. ROOSEVELT INFORMED. (American News Service) New York, Sept. 7. News of Peary's success was telegraphed to ex-President Roosevelt at Nairobi, Africa by Secretary Bridgman of the Peary Arctic club. His reply is anxiously awaited. SHACKLETON FOR PEARY. (American News Service) London, Sept. 7. Commander Peary has undoubtedly reached the North Pole," declared Lieutenant B. II. Shackleton, the British army officer, who attained the farthest point south, in speaking of the latest polar success. Continuing, Lieutenant Shackleton declared that Peary's victory would force Dr. Frederick A. Cook to produce proof of his claims Immediately without waiting for them to appear in his new book. "The questions and doubts ought to be set at rest now," said Lieutenant Shackleton. "Cook- will doubtless see the advisability of producing nis --l.V.n... jlnl.v A wi rrirn fa oar. ' yiuuia miuuub utitir. ii-i v . v. . tainly'to be congratulated upon being the first country to have its flag set upon the Pole." MRS. PEARY IS HAPPY. (American News Service) Harpswell, Me., Sept 7. "Now I have my husband back; he will never risk his - life again hunting for the Pole," declared Mrs. Robert E. Peary at her home on Eagle Island in Casco Bay, while tears of joy shone in her eyes and she hastily made preparations to sail to meet her adventurous husband after more than a year's parting. Excited over . the success of Commander Peary and overjoyed at his safe return, his wife waited patiently for word from Chauteau Bay, where he is expected today, and planned to meet him at Sydney. "I am, the happiest woman in the world," declared Mrs. Peary, and her hands trembled as she carressed the cablegram which had brought word of the commander's success. "I knew he would finally reach the Pole and I can't begin to tell you how happy I am over his success. It has been over 20 years now since Mr. Peary first sought the Pole and his life work since that time has been to reach the spot which has been considered inaccessible by many and in the quest of which so many have laid i down their lives. "I should scarcely believe the glorious news if the dispatch I received yesterday came from anyone else, but my husband. But here it is and you may see it for yourself." This is what the commander cabled his wife, compressing, even in the flush of his great victory, a touch of his homely humor: "Indian Harbor, via Cape Ray, N. F Sept 6: I have the D. O. P. and am welL Love. All well. Will wire again from Chauteau Bert." Mrs. Peary laughed. Darned Old Pole. "I presume." said she, "that D. O. P. stands for 'darned old pole, although Iter the effort it has cost bim, Mr.

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Best View of Explorer Peary

The above cut is a bust of Commodore Peary, owned by the Arctic Club of New York City, and is regarded as the choicest likeness of the latest discoverer of the North Pole. The bust shows Peary In North region clothes, a place he has spent the best years of his life.

Peary might have intended a stronger term. I have made all my plans to start for Sydney as soon as I learn today when my husband will reach there. I want to meet him" and be with him as soon as I possibly can. , "You don't know, how . hard .it has been for me to have my husband spending year after year in the frozen north when each time he left on an Arctic exploration trip I didn't know whether I would ever see him again or not. "But now that he has been successful and has finally reached the Pode, I believe he will settle down with me and enjoy the quiet home life." "Will Commander Peary discover the South Pole now?" Mrs. Peary was asked. "I certainly do not think so, for I think Mr. Peary has now acquired all the polar experiences that he desires." Speaks of Dr. Cook. Asked for an - expression on Dr. Cook's expedition, Mrs. Peary said: "I think it would hardly be proper for me to pass any comments upon the claims made by Dr. Cook for I know nothing about the matter. Of course Mr. Peary will know if Dr. Cook reached the Pole a year ahead of him. Peary Has Won Fame As Arctic Explorer Commander Robert E. Peary has won fame as an explorer and has made several efforts to reach the north pole. His last expedition for the north left New York July 6, 19C8, and the last words received from him were that prospects were good. Commander Peary was born at Cresson, Pa., in 1856, and was educated at Bowdoin college. He entered the United States Navy as a civil engineer in 1881, was in charge of Nicaraguan surveys in 1837-8, and made his first northern voyage in 1886. He has been awarded two gold medals and has been president of the American Geographical society. His former arctic explorations are 'as follows: 1898 Reconnoissance of Grant Island ice cape east of Disco Bay, 70 degrees north latitude. 1891-92 Chief of arctic expedition of Academy of Natural Science of Philadelphia to northeast angle of Greenland, reaching Independence Bay, 81 degrees 37 minutes north latitude; discovered Melville Land and Heilprin Land and determined insularity of Greenland. 1893-95 Made thorough study of arctic Highlanders and discovered Iron Mountain; failed to reach northern end of Greenland. 1896-97 Made summer voyage to bring Cape York meteorites to United States. 1898-1902 Commanded expedition under auspices Peary Arctic Club; rounded northern, extremity of Greenland; named most northerly cape in the world Cape Morris, at 83 degrees 39 minutes north latitudeand attained "farthest north" in western hemisphere, 84 degrees 17 minutes north latitude. 1906 Reached 37 degrees 6 minutes, closest point to pole attained up to that time.

mi If Mr. Peary failed to find any data left there by Dr. Cook he would be more likely to hear of the result of Dr. Cook's expedition from some of the Esquimaux who naturally would know whether Dr. Cook's efforts had been attended with success or not. " On this present' expedition, Commander Peary left Grant Land instead of Greenland to take advantage of the drift ice, while Dr. Cook started from a point considerably further west" The Peary home was literally flooded with telegrams and cablegrams of congratulation today. NO SIGNS OF COOK THERE. (American News Service) St. John's, N. F., Sept 7. Commander Robert E. Peary found no signs of Dr. Frederick A. Cook at the North Pole, according to advices received here today from Captain Robert Bartlett, of Peary's ship, the Roosevelt. Captain Bartlett wired relatives here that Peary found nothing to indicate that Dr. Cook, had reached the Pole. The Roosevelt was in ood condition and crew in fine health, Captain Bartlett wired. He also reported that the schooner Jeanie, carrying supplies for the expedition, had met them off the coast of Greenland. The Roosevelt is expected to reach Chauteau Bay, Labrador, today, from which point it is expected a more detailed account of Peary's discovery will be- received. COOK NOT JEALOUS. (American News Service) Copenhagen, Sept 7. Dr. Frederick A. Cook today gave Lieutenant Robert E. Peary full credit for his discovery of the North Pole. "I am glad," said Dr. Cook, to an American News Service representative "that Peary's efforts were successful, and I am more than glad to know that the second man to reach the Pole was an American. "It is doubtful if Lieutenant Peary found any of the documents which I left at the pole because the ice is of a drifting character and in a year's time the fie upon which I planted the brass tube containing my flag and my record probably would have washed away." Dr. Cook heard with the keen est interest, every word bearing on Peary's achievement Cook has cabled his congratulations to Peary, and today showed more excitement apparently, over the new polar discovery than he did over his own. s He cabled the following message to President Taft: "I am proud of Peary." Discusses' at Length. Dr. Cook discussed at length the wonderful feat of Peary, more wonderful In his eyes because Cook announced with conviction that no other explorer could attain the "great nail" unless he followed the western route blazed by himself. "If Mr. Peary sent a dispatch from Indian Harbor, Labrador, that he had discovered the North Pole, I am sure that he has accomplished his life's mission," said Cook with emphasis. I am proud of him and Join with my fellow countrymen In three cheers. I have expected him to win his way to the Pole. "I am not a doubting Thomas. I have always admired Peary's courage and have been Impressed by his ability and can only add. three cheers for him and the stars and stripes. "I have promised to submit my facta

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FOR FIRST FESTIVAL

Contributors Show Great Gen erosity in Helping the Event This Year. MR. JOHNSON IS HOPEFUL FEELS THAT THE ENTIRE $8,000 - CAN BE RAISED IN TEN DAYS MORE OF WORK. SPECIAL COMMITTEE SUCCESSFUL. Members of the finance committee of the Fall Festival, who have been soliciting funds for this year's affair, Oc tober 6-7-8, report the best of success, Nimrod Johnson, chairman and mem bers of the committee are much elated over their success so far. They are optimistic and feel that there will be no difficulty in raising $8,000 as a fund with which to make this year's festival the greatest success of any affair. of a similar nature given In the histo ry of Eastern Indiana. The committee has visited a number of the large manufacturers, wholesal ers and merchants and in every in stance, Mr. Johnson says that the men have been met with open arms. E?ery one approached up to date has doubled his subscription of last year and in one instance, a merchant increased his subscription four times a3 much as last year. He gave a large sum last year and the committee would have been perfectly satisfied if the man had doubled last year's subscrip tion. The special committee was out last week and the .entire committee starts out this week. A thorough canvas of every enterprise in the city will be made in the next ten days and Mr. Johnson hopes to have the necessary money raised in that time. IS Marshall Will Address Editors Gathered at the Fall FestivarinThis City, v WON'T GO TO NEW ORLEANS Indianapolis, Sept. 7. Governor Marshall today accepted the Invitation to speak at the banquet for editors at the Richmond fall festival, October 7. Much credit is due Mark Thistlethwaite, the governor's secretary for such action on the part of the governor. Secretary Thistlethwaite loves Richmond, his home town, and when Richmond asked for the governor Mr. Thistlethwaite assured the fall festival people that they would get him. Governor Marshall today decided not to make the trip to New Orleans with President Taft CONDITION SERIOUS Doctors and Nurses Now Remain With Harriman Constantly. A FALL OF 3 TO 6 POINTS (American News Service) Arden, Ni Y., Sept 7. The condition of E. IL Harriman is very serious. Doctors and nurses are with the finan cier contiuously. He was given iced baths during the night Former Gov ernor Odell, of New York, a close friend, admits the financier to be a "very sick man." His relapse effected the stock market in New York and London. Prices fell from 3 to 6 points. NO BREAK IN DROUTH The lid was clamped down tight m the city yesterday in view of It be ing Labor Day and was not even tilt. ed according to the police. There were no arrests for Intoxication and persons who felt that they just must quence their thirsts evidently went to other cities to 'tank .op." It la be lieved that no atempt was made on the part of local saloon keepers to violate the law. ASSISTANTS FOR LADD. During the session of the grand Jury which convened this morning. Prosecutor Charles Ladd will deputise different attorney to handle poUee court for nun. THE WEATHER PROPHET. INDIANA Continued cloudy and probable thunderstorms.

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Miss May Clahan of Shady Side. N. J., drove Yankee Boy, a pacer with a record of 2:10 to victory recently on the old Gutenberg track at Edgewater. The race was a pretty one and nearly 4,000 people watched the skilful work of Miss Clahan. Miss Clahan drove Yankee Boy at the request of Father Brady pastor of the church of the Holy Rosary for which church the Sunday afternoon racing was a bene fit. LABOR HAD GOOD DAY Over One Hundred Couples at The Dance Given in Odd .- Fellows' -HaU. - FIREWORKS AT THE GLEN The dance given at the Odd Fellows hall last evening under the auspices of the Central Labor Council, was & great success. The committee in charge state that 103 tickets were sold and $51 .50 was realized from the dance, which will more than pay expenses for the Labor Day celebration. A large crowd witnessed the fire works display at Glen Miller last eren Ing and all pronounced It one of the best exhibitions ever seen In Richmond. The glen was crowded all day by people who sought recreation and rest ACTIONS WERE QUEER A mysterious individual frightened residents In the vicinity of South Eighth street last night by his peculiar actions. The police were notified and arrested the man who gave his name as Lawrence Turner. Turner explained to Supt Staubach's satisfaction that he was not doing any harm and was released. MORTON, A GOOD OLD HAN. Vice-president Levi P. ton has Just celebrated his SSth btrchday. This picture was taken recently and shows Mr. Morton as a hale and hearty man. even at lis

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Judge Fox Recommends That An Addition Be Erected to The County Jail for Housing The Insane. SETS FORTH THE VARIOUS PLANS IN A FULL MAOTJER Attention Is Called to the Al leged Violations of the Liquor Law in Parts of the County. The Wayne county grand Jury con vened this morning for the purpose of Investigating a number of violations of the law and will, before It adjourns. inspect the county jail. Home tor Friendless and county poor farm, with the purpose In view of recommending changes or expressing approval In the Institutions and the management of the same. Judge Fox occunled the, time this morning after the selection of the Jury, with reading his instructions. The first case to be taken, nn will be that of William H. Harris. charged with assault and battery with Intent to kill John IX Lancaster. Pros ecutor Charles Ladd said this ease would be Investigated this afternoon. There are a number of liquor violations which have come to the ears of the authorities. It Is said that these violations have been confined to the townships which are dry by remonstrance, it Is not known that any alleged violations of the liquor laws by parties living in this city will be investigated. Another case which Is to be Investigated will be that of William Smith and Samuel Jeffe, who are alleged to have entered Into a conspiracy to steal brass from the Richmond City Water Works company and , Charles Johanning. a plumber. Other eases which are to be Investigated are kept dark by the authorities, although It Is probable that the alleged embeaslement by Earl T. Hall, the insurance fake agent now In the county Jail, win be Included in the cases coming before this body. It Is not probable that the grand Jury will be In session more than three or four days. The personnel of the jury Includes, KL If. Haas. Charles Davis. Joslah ' Out! and. John W. Cook, Casper Shafer and Otto H. Weber. INSTRUCTIONS 1Y FOX. Judge Fox. In instructing the Jury, canvassed the law of Indiana concerning the keeping of the Insane and then made the following recommendations : "Thus it appears that the laws of this state make It the duty of the board of commissioners to furnish an appropriate place In which to keep the prisoners of the county, and that the doty of keeping and caring; for them to east poa the sheriff. It Is likewise made the duty of the grand Jury to inspect the place provided by the commissioners for the confinement of prisoners and to Investigate the manner In which they are hept by the sheriff and to report the remit of their Inspection and investigation to the court together with such recommendations as they may deem proper in the premises. The court has iatormatkm that oar present sheriff has been efficient and has discharged his official duties and -has done all that It was possible for him to do with the facilities that have been afforded him. The Court Is likewise informed that the board of commissioners have done an that eonld be reasonably expected at them ewder the circumstances. It Is well understood that they are honest men and stand ready to do their doty in the premises when they understand what It la. In this they have been somewhat hampered, for they have had many advisers, sought and unsought, whose advice and suggestions have not been uniform by any means. The professional reformer is not always a safe adviser. Sentiment and theory ara all right in their way, bat they should not be divorced from good Judgment and common sense. We are confronted with conditions. Practical results, based upon these conditions are what Is required. This is what the pnbU has a right to expect Condition Deplorable. "It Is a well known fact that persons who have been declared insane in this county, have, of necessity, been confined in the common Jail and there herded with ordinary criminals resulting Ja a condition that to deplorable and Inhuman. I advise yon to earfully investigate and ascertain what these conditions have been, what they are now, and what they probably will be for years to come, unless relief is afforded by the proper authorities, anl report the facts to the Court, together with such recommendations as you have to make in the premises, keeping In view the Interests and welfare of the prisoners as well as that of the public upon whom to east the of mxg provision for m Ins them. The amount of i that win be required tor you shall deem necessary fa tto way of repairs and additions, to as Caa yon

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