Savannah Tribune

Over Eight Hundred Delegates Gather In City of Scranton. First Days' Session Devoted to Organization and Speeches From Prominent Delegates. Eight hundred and fifty-seven miners who hold in their power to end or continue the anthracite coal miners' strike, which has been in progress for more than three weeks, met in convention at Scranton, Pa., Friday, for the purpose of considering the 10 per cent net advance in wages offered by the operators, and adjourned until Saturday without taking any action on their employers' proposition. Both of Friday's sessions were devoted to organizing the convention and to speeches by many of the delegates on the mine owners' concession. It was not expected that anything would be done outside of a general exchange of views. The convention, after it was permanently organized, went into secret session, but it was learned from authoritative sources that nothing of a definite nature was suggested, which would lead to a solution of what is to the miners a knotty problem. President Mitchell called the convention to order at 10:25 o'clock, and addressed the delegates, saying: "For the first time in many years the operators have recognized your demands for better conditions of employment and have offered an advance of 10 per cent in your wages. I am well aware that this advance is not satisfactory to you. You have felt, and with justice, that a definite period of time should be named during which this advance should remain in force. Your experience where wages are based on a sliding scale has been so unsatisfactory to you that you believe that the sliding scale method of determining wages should be obeyed by the coal companies, and wages be paid twice a month, you reserving the right of spending your earnings wherever you choose. Whether it is better at this time to insist upon a compliance with all your demands is a question which you, who are most intere ted, are called upon to decide. "Personally I have hoped that we should be able at some time to establish the same method of adjusting wage differences as now exist in the bifuminous coal regions, where employers and miners' delegates meet in joint interstate debate, and like prudent, sensible business men, mutually agree upon a scale of wages which remains in force for one year." Chairman Mitchell's first act was to read a telegram from Samuel Gompers, president of the American Federation of Labor, as follows: "The cause of the miners is the cause of humanity. Whatever the decision reached regarding the operators' offer the future must be brighter, better and more just for the miners, their wives and children, and humanity will be the gaint. Kindly convey to the assembled delegates the sincere sympathy and co operation of every union member and officer of the American Federation of Labor. We all pray and work for your success." The convention went into secret session, and at its close adjourned to 9 o'clock Saturday morning. The press committee, of which Mr. Mitchell is chairman, made public the following report: "At 8 o'clock the convention wout into executive session and the pass word of the organization was taken up. The question was asked if all the operators had posted notices advancing wages 10 per cent, and it was ascertained that a large number of the individual operators had not yet done so. The opposition to the proposition of the operators appeared to be unanimous. There appeared also to be intense desire to have the organization officially recognized. No motions were adopted bearing on the wage scale." DECLABED A FRAUD. Postoffice Department Sits Down On Dealers In Cotton Futures. The postoffice department has issued a fraud order against Arthur S. Foster and Arthur S. Foster & Co., of Philadelphia, dealers in cotton futures, who advertise to pay 60 cent per annum on all money deposited with them for investment. Our Postoffice at Tien Tsin. Information received at the postoffice department indicates that United States postoffice has been opened at Tien Tsin, China, to facilitate the handling of mail matter for the THE NEELY CASES UP Supreme Court Advances Them For Hearing November 12th. Q:so Is the Question of the Constitution's Extension over Our New Husbandry? Monday the supreme court of the United States granted the motion of the government to advance the Neely cases and assigned them for hearing November 12th. The cases came up from the federal court of New York on the decision of Judge Wallace denying a writ of habeas corpus. The government is very anxious for a decision which will settle the constitutional questions involved. The court also assigned for the same day the two cases which involve the great question as to whether the constitution extends over the new possessions of the United States. One is the case of Boetz, a New York tobacco importer, appealing from a decision of the United States district court for the southern district of New York, affirming the decision of the board of general appraisers making tobacco dutiable under the Porto Rico tariff act. The other comes to the supreme court under the title, "Fourteen diamond rings vs. the United States." It comes up in April from the federal court of Illinois. One Peke, a soldier of a South Dakota regiment, who served in the Philippines is the claimant. When he returned home from the Philippines he brought with him the diamonds. They afterwards were seized by the federal authorities in Chicago and confiscated as smuggled goods. Through Peke's agency suit was brought to recover them on the ground that as the Philippines were part of the United States within the meaning of the constitution no import duty could be levied, and that the diamonds were not dutiable, and therefore were unlawfully seized. The lower court in both instances sustained the action of the federal authorities. During the day the court handed down several decisions. In the case of Daniel G. Wiley, plaintiff in error, vs. Sinkler and other election officers, of South Carolina, for refusing to allow the plaintiff to vote for a member of congress, the court held that Wiley's right to vote for members of congress was undonbted, but that the plaintiff, having failed to register, that defect was fatal. The judgment of the lower court was affirmed. The case of Alice Weil vs. the United States was dismissed on motion of the plaintiff, thus ending the legal side of the famous litigation over the La Abra mining claim, which was settled finally by the decision of the court last winter. This case was the last one on the docket relative to that claim. The court advanced the case of Homer Bird, who was convicted of murder by the district court of Alaska, to the second Monday in December. Bird is from NewtOrleans and while on his way to Alaska with some companions quarreled with them over the division of food and killed two of them. He was convicted of murder and is now before the supreme court as a plaintiff in error. GEORGIA ASYLUM CROWDED. State Institution at Milledgeville Has Two Hundred and Fifty Inmates. Governor Candler has received from Superintendent Powell, of the state lunatic asylum at Milledgeville, Ga., his annual report, which, it is shown, contains some statements and suggestions that will prove of very considerable interest to the next general assembly and to the state at large. As is well known, the state asylum has been greatly overrun with patients for the past year or two, there being now two hundred and fifty unfortunates in the institution. Besides, thero are now lying in the jails of Georgian more than 150 lunatics, it is said, awaiting admission into the asylum, but who cannot be accommodated for lack of room. This, notwithstanding the fact that scores of harmless incurables have been returned to their families under an order passed about a year ago. RIVER STEAMER SINKS. Struck Sunken Log--Her Forty or Fifty Passengers Were Rescued. The steamer Joel Cook, of the regular line of steamers between Savannah and Augusta, Ga., sank in the river just above the Central railroad wharves Friday night. The steamer had just started on her return trip to Augusta, with a good cargo and some forty or fifty passengers, mostly negroes. She struck a sunken log or some other obstructions in the river about two miles above the city and slowly settled into the water until only her osbin was left above the surface. The passengers were all saved with the aid of the tug Forest City. GERMANY IS SILENT Kaiser's Answer to Frenoh Note Has Not Materialized. A WAITING GAME AS REGARDS·CHINA Uprising Throughout the Empire Seen in Imminent—Many Outbreaks Have Already Occurred. A special dispatch from Paris says: Germany is the only power which has not replied formally to France's note on China, though she has verbally accepted its terms. Japan's answer, received Monday, accepts the proposals, retaining only one condition. This refers to the permanent prohibition of the importation of arms. While agreeing with the principal, Japan offers suggestions as to how the prohibition can best be accomplished. A dispatch received at the French foreign office from Hankow dated October 13th says the Chinese court arrived at Sian Fu October 12th. It is officially understood that if an international conference at The Hague, regarding the Chinese indemnity question, is finally decided upon, it will not discuss with China the amount of compensation she must pay, but will confine its labors to fixing and distributing the proportion of the indemnity which shall go to the several countries interested. BRITISH TROOPS DISPATCHED. A column of troops was dispatched from Hong Kong Monday morning to the Kowloon frontier, with the object of barring armed refugees, either rebels or imperial troops, from entering British territory when defeated. The rebels are reported to be 3,000 strong thirty miles north of the British frontier. A thousand of Admiral Ho's troops are in pursuit of them, while two thousand Chinese-troops have left Canton, overland, to intercept the rebels. Admiral Ho has informed the governor that the rebellion was carefully planned. The rebels are anxious to conciliate the villagers, hence the absence of outrage and pillage. All indications point to the rising being widespread. Outbreaks occurred simultaneously in several centers of Kwang Tung and Kwang Si. Apparently Kang Yu Wei, Sun Yat Sen and the The Triads have amalgamated their forces in the common cause—the overthrow of Manchu rule in south China. Some pos tive indication of the attitude of the foreign norse is anxious Some positive indication of the attitude of the foreign powers is anxiously awaited. GROWTH OF THE SOUTH. List of New Industries Established During the Past Week. The more important industries reported during the past week include a $10,000 box factory in Texas; a boat factory in West Virginia; a $20,000 brick works and $25,000 chair factory in Atlanta; a crate and basket factory and a $400,000 cotton mill in South Carolina; electric light plants at Orlando, Fla.; Shelby, N. C., Navasota, Tex., and an electric power plant at Roanoke Rapide, Va.; a fertilizer factory in Alabama; flouring mills in Georgia; furniture factories in Mississippi, North Carolina and Viria, glass works in West Virginia; gold mines in Georgia; hosiery mills in Virginia; ice and cold storage plants Lexington, Ky., Scranton, Miss., and Laredo, Tex.; lumber mills in Arkansas, Georgia, Louisiana, North Carolina, Texas and Virginia; railroad machine shops in Texas; a $300,000 naval stores company in Mobile; two peanut factories in North Carolina; a planting mill in Georgia; a sash and blind factory in Tennessee; a sewing machine manufactory in Alabama; a stationery manufactory in Georgia; sugar mills in Louisiana and Texas; telephone exchanges in Florida and Georgia; a tobacco factory in Georgia; a wood working plant in Louisiana.—Tradesman (Chattanooga, Tenn.) Investigating Convict Camp Case. The Georgia prison commission went down to Valdosta Monday to hear testimony in the McCree convict camp case. After hearing evidence the commission will return to Atlanta to consider the case. Governor Candler did not go to Valdosta as reported he would. REMEY QUITS CHINESE WATERS. The Headquarters of Asiatic Station Returns to the Philippines. Admiral Remey cabled the navy department Friday of his departure from Chinese waters. He goes on his flagship, the Brooklyn, from Taku to Che Foo, thence to Nagasaki, Japan. It is the understanding at the navy department that he will next go to Cavite. This move will take the headquarters of the Asiatic station back to Mauila, leaving the squadron in Chinese waters without an admiral in command, unless Admiral Remey should determine to have Admiral Kempi return there. SCHRIEBER'S STEALS Elizabethport Bank Heavier Loser Than Officials Thought, Shelf Siezes Furniture and Personal Effects of Mrs. Hart, an Alleged Confederate of Schrieber. A New York dispatch says: Another discovery was made Friday at the Elizabethport bank, which increases the stealing of defaulter Schrejber to $109,716. Several months ago an envelope containing $3,000 in United States bonds was placed for safe keeping in the bank by a resident of Elizabeth. When he called at the bank Friday for the deposit it was found the envelope had been carefully opened and the bonds abstracted. Judge Gilholy, the bank's attorney, said the institution was responsible and the loss would be made good. The furniture and personal effects of Mrs. Hart, the woman upon whom young Schreiber is said to have lavished the money of the Elizabethport bank, have been removed to a storage warehouse by order of the sheriff. Three large furniture wagons were required to remove all the contents of the luxuriously furnished apartments. Mrs. Hart was present and angrily and tearfully protested against the removal of what she claimed to be her own personal property. What is believed to be a warrant for the arrest of Schreiber was issued late Friday afternoon by Police Justice Mahan, of Elizabethport, after a hurried and secret conference in Chief Tenney's office at police headquarters with President Heidriter, of the bank. Schreiber is believed to be in hiding in this country. Eminent lawyers, it is said, agree that the bank has a strong criminal case against Mrs. Hart. The question of jurisdiction in this case is said to be settled conclusively by section 549 of the penal code, which states that any person who has at any place without the state stolen or received stolen goods and has brought such property within the state, may be considered as having committed the crimes therein. This jurisdiction being settled, the prosecution will base its charges against Mrs. Hart on section 29 of the penal code. This section states that any person concerned in crime shall be considered a principal in the act. Startling developments, it is asserted, may come out of all this, enabling the bank to recover $15,000 and Mrs. Hart to keep her property, and, what is more important, to be freed of all prosecution. When the writs were served on Mrs. Hart she said she could prove that she had "other friends". who had given her the rich treasure which the banks then claimed its defaulting bookkeeper had given her. If Mrs. Hart persists in making a complete statement in court about her sources of wealth, it is alleged she will state necessarily the names of these men. WHAT HOAR SAYS. Aged Massachusetts Senator Analyss the Democratic Platform. Senator George F. Hoar delivered an address at the Republican rally in Concord, Mass., Friday night. He analyzed briefly the Democratic platform, held Mr. Bryan responsible for the adoption of the war treaty, and said the Democratic leader was not sincere in his attitude toward imperialism. He said: "There are undoubtedly many persons in the Republican party who have been carried away by the dream of empire. They mean, I have no doubt, to hold on to the Philippine islands forever. But they do not constitute the strength of the party. I believe Aguinaldo and Mabini entitled to self-government. I. believe also that Booker Washington and Robert Small are entitled to self-government. "I have little respect for the declaration of love of liberty of the men who stand with one heel on the forehead of Booker Washington, of Alabama, and the other on the forehead of Robert Small, of South Carolina, and wave the American flag over Agninaldo and Mabini. You are not helping the cause of anti-imperialism by going into partnership with Bryan." LIKE A DEAD MAN. Yontsey Again Brought Into Court on a Bed-tiltulous to Everything. A Georgetown, Ky., dispatch says; If Henry Yontsey heard a word uttered in his trial Tuesday he gave not the slightest indication of it by any movement of the hands, the head, eyes or lips. So far as anyone in the court room could tell, he did not utter a word all day. He was the unconscious actor in another realistic scene Tuesday afternoon when he was brought into the courtroom proper, lying on his bed. His eyes and mouth were tightly closed and he looked every whit a dead man. Subscription: $1.25 Per Annum; 750.for Six Months, 500.for Three Months; Single Copies 50. In Advance. AMBUSH AMERICANS Twenty Men of 24th Regiment Overpowed By the Filipinos. MAJORITY OF THEM ARE CAPTURED. Interesting Details at Hand of the Capture and Rescue of Captain Shlelda and His Men. A Manila special via Hong Kong, October 16, says: A detachment of twenty men of the Twenty-fourth regiment, while engaged in repairing telegraph wires October 10th, at a point near San Jose, Nuevo Ecija province, Luzon, were set upon by 200 rebels and were overpowered and scattered. Seven of the Americans reached San Jose, but it is probable that the remainder were captured. The enemy surprised a party of scouts of the Forty-third infantry at a point three miles from Takloban, Leyte, island, killing three of the Americans at the first volley. Two escaped and gave the aiarm, but the enemy succeeded in grading their pursuers. The native police of Takloban had conspired to surprise the Americans. The bodies of the dead soldiers were badly mutilated. RESCUE OF SHIELDS AND MEN. Full details are now at hand as to the capture of Captain Devereux Shields and his party by the insurgents in the island of Marinduque last month, and their experiences prior to their rescue by General Luther R. Hare. After four weeks of captivity, hard treatment, hunger and marching to avoid the rescuing force, which greatly aggravated the suffering of the wounded, Captain Shields and his men were delivered by the Filipinos to General Hare last Sunday at Buena Vista, on Marinduque coast. Captain Shields and his party, while operating north of Torrijos, were taken in ambush in the steep hills. They attempted to cut their way out to the coast, but became subjected to the enemy's four sided fire, Captain Shields being shot twice and badly wounded. After four had been killed and five wounded, being out of ammunition, the command surrendered through a misunderstanding among themselves, to twenty five insurgent riflemen and 1,000 bolo men. The rebels separated their prisoners into small parties and conveyed them heavily guarded to the mountains. On this news reaching Manila two companies of the 38th volunteer infantry, under Colonel George Anderson, were immediately sent to Marinduque. This force was followed by eight companis of the First infantry under General Hare. The combined force of 1,300 men proceeded to occupy all the towns in the island and to scour the country. General Hare gave the rebels one week to surrender the prisoners and the latter's rifles. The Americans controlled the situation. The rebels perciered that it was only a question of time when the release of their prisoners would be effected and they opened up communications with General Hare, which resulted in the handling over of the captives, thirteen of whom, the sick and wounded, were sent to Manila by the gunboat Villiabos, Lieutenant Simpson commanding. Captain Shields is improving. General Hare's command will remain in Martinduque. He has given the insurgents until October 21st to surrender themselves and fifty-one captured rifles. If they fail to comply he will undertake an active punitive campaign. Captain Shields and his companions suffered greatly at the hands of their captors, who robbed and maltreated them. The rebel officers had to restrain the bolo men from killing the Americans. When wounded Captain Shields was unable to move. He ordered his soldiers to go forward and to leave him, but they declined and fought stubbornly until they were overpowered. British Capture Fifty Boers. Advices from Capetown state that the British re-entered Bloemhoef, near Kimberly, October 14th, unopposed and captured fifty Boers. STRIKERS FACE BAYONETS. Company of Infantry Intercep's Marching Miners Near Hazleton. About 1,500 men and sixty women and girls marched eighteen miles from the South side Hazleton region during Monday night for the Panther Creek valley where they expected to close all of the ten collieries of the Lehigh Coal and Navigation Company, but just as the weary marchers were hearing their destination Tuesday morning they were met on the mountain road by three companies of infantry, and at the point of the bayouet were driven back four miles to Tamaqua and dispersed. COMPANY F RESCUED A Relief Party Finds Captain Shields and His Men. According to advices from Manila, Captain Devereux Shields, who with fifty-one men of company F, 29th regiment, United States volunteer infantry, was captured by the insurgent last month in the island of Marinduque, was rescued Sunday by the American rescue force, with all the members of his party. This regiment was organized at Fort McPherson, Atlanta, Ga., and the men composing it enlisted in that and other Georgia cities. Since the capture of the company by the Ellipinos last month friends and relatives have been very solicitous regarding its fate, and the news of the rescue of the company will be received by them with great rejoicing. BOY BEATEN TO DEATH. Alabama Negro Commits Most Horrible Crime--Victim's Neck and Limbs Were Broken. On the plantation of C. E. Ghobton, at Suspension, Ala., twelve miles northeast of Union Springs, Henry Hough, a negro, killed a ten-year-old negro boy who lived with him by beating him to death and then breaking his neck in several places, breaking his limbs and then leaving him to rot in a cotton patch because he ran off from home and did not return at the regular hour. The boy had no living people. He seemed to have simply taken him in charge. On examination at the official investigation held at that place Saturday the injuries above mentioned were found on the dead body. Proof is said to be positive and Sheriff G. A. Biteh now holds Henry Hough behind, the bars to await judgment for his crime. United States Agrees With France as to Appropriate Reparation. The reply of the state department to the French note, relative to the bases of Chinese negotiations, reads as follows: The secretary of state to the French charge d'affaires. (Sent to Mr. Thiebaut, October 10, 1900.) Memorandum: The government of the United States agrees with that of France in recognizing as the object to be obtained from the government of China appropriate separation for the past, and substantial guarantees for the future. The president is g ad to perceive in the basis of negotiation put forward in the memorandum of October 4th the spirit that has animated the declarations heretofore made by all the powers interested, and would be pleased to see the negotiations begun immediately upon the usual verification of credentials. WILL PAY FOR MOB VICTIMS. President to Suggest Indecency for Xi- lalans Killed in Landstrom Ians Killed In Louisiana. A Washington dispatch says: The president will recommend to congress the payment of an indemnity to the families of the four Italians who were the victims of a mob at Tallulah, La., about two years ago. A report from a special agent of the department of justice clearly established the fact that the men were killed by the mob, and none of the perpritrators of the crime were ever punished, by the state authorities, notwithstanding the representations of the national government. The governor of Louisiana caused an investigation to be made and there were some proceedings before a grand jury, but the result was that the national government found itself bound to make some sort of reparation in answer to the Italian government's representations. YOUTSEY HAS PANALYSIS. His Physician Makes Statement Showing Serious Condition of Prisoner. While the Youtsey trial was continued at Georgetown Saturday till Monday, there seemed little chance that it would be resumed then. Dr. Carrick testified, under oath, that Youtsey's brain is partially paralyzed; that he could not talk or entertain ideas; that it was a case of mental breakdown or nervous prestation. The commonwealth or questioned him on the idea that Youtsey was shamming; and Dr. Carrick said that if he was the physician could not S A U R D A Y, O C T O B E R 20, 1900. Miss Jennie Lucas has been ill for the past few days. We hope to see her out again soon. Mrs. M. M. Mills has been sick during the week. We hope she will soon be strong again. Mr. A. D. Oliver of Lambert, Ga., was in to see us and left his subscription for THE TRIBUNE. Miss Ella Bourke who has been confined to bed at her home for the past week is much improved. The many friends of Mrs. Selina Flournoy are glad to see her out again after being so seriously sick. We received a pleasant, call on Monday from Mrs. Bertha Yarborough and Miss Sammie Yarborough. Mr. John C. Smith left on Monday night last for Nashville, Tenu... where he will enter Fisk University. Mrs. Emma Collier one of our most popular trained nurses, left on the 10th inst. to spend a month at Cordele, Ga. Mr. E. D. Patterson and wife Mrs. Patterson who have been quite ill are both better and able to return to their duties. We are glad to chronicle the fact that Mrs. M. M. Monroe who has been very ill, is much improved at this writing. During this week Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Davis have been confined to bed with fever. It is hoped that they will soon recover. We are glad to note that Mr. Win. Durden, whose leg was broken by being thrown out of a wagon by a runaway horse, is resting easier. Miss C. Emma Levis, one of the efficient teachers of the West Broad Street School, has been sick for the past two weeks. We hope for her early recovery. Mr. Sol. B. Belcham, husband of Miss E. Heitman, formerly of this city, died in Kentucky Saturday last. His remains were taken to Washing ton, D. C., for burial. Hon. Lectured Crawford passed through the city on Monday for Darien, prior to going to Atlanta where the legislature of which he is a member convenes next week. Rev. W. C. Shelton is one of the most energetic presiding elders in the A. M. E. church. At the coming annual Conference he expects to make a glowing report of his district. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. S. Johnson, formerly of this city, but now of New York, were the happy recipients of a daughter on Monday morning last. The many friends of Mr. and Mrs. Johnson extend them congratulations. Parties Having real estate to sell should see us. Those wishing to buy a home we can accommodate. We also loan money on improved real estate at a reasonable rate of interest. J. E. Fulton & Son, real estate agents. For Rent-Those splendid new houses, Gwinnett and Paulsen streets, five-rooms, nicely finished-polished oak mantels, improved water works, street cars in front of door, select neighborhood- $6.50 and $7.00 per month. J. E. Fulton & Son, real estate agents. The missionary tea at the annex of the First Congregational Church on Monday evening did much to encourage the ladies in their missionary efforts. The members of the Church are preparing for a fair of the most unique kind of recent years, commencing Dec. 5th and continuing five night. For Rent or Sale—Those new cottage houses, Eighth street near East Broad. Large lot, City water, good neighbors. Rental $6.00 per month, or you can buy making as small cash payment and the balance ten dollars per month. Do not delay, this is your chance. J. E. Fulton & Son, real estate agents. Mr. John Hazzard after an illness of several months died on Wednesday night of last week. He was a member of Armenia Lodge G. U. O. of O. F. He was buried from his late residence, Gwinnett street east on Friday morning. His devoted wife, Mrs. Janie Hazzard has the sympathies of her friends. Rev. Dr. Durham officiated at the funeral. The Widows Link is a recent organization that is composed of some of the well known ladies. The Link held a meeting on Monday last but on account of a funeral, it was not largely attended. The next meeting will be held on the third Monday afternoon in November at 4 o'clock, at the residence of Mrs. L. A. Baker at 546 New street. It is destined to do much good for its members. One of the most beautiful marriages of the season was witnessed on the 3rd inst. at the residence of the bride's sister, Mrs. A. L. Harmon Gwinnett St. The contracting parties were Mr. M. C. Jones of this city and Miss F. B. Blige of Darien. The groom is one our society young men and the bride is one of Darien's accomplished young ladies, and one of the leaders in educational work. We wish them much success. The happy couple are residing at 521 Perry St. West. Ministers Met. The Evangelical Ministers Union met Monday morning, with Rev. Dr. Dunham, president, presiding. After the devotional exercises the minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. The following resolutions were submitted by Rev. J. W. Roberts and which were unanimously adopted by the Union; Whereas, we the ministers of the Evangelical Union of Savannah, Ga are firm believers in the highest intellectual, moral and religious well being of our race, and Whereas, our people have no reading room nor public library to which they can resort for intellectual development, and Whereas the time for the erection of such a library has never seemed more necessary and feasible than at present, Resolved, 1, that we favor the movement of an immediate or as soon as practicable the erection of a Public Library in a suitable building in some central locality of the city for our race. Resolved 2, that we elect Rev. C. C. Cargile, D. D., president; Rev. J. W. Whittaker, Vice-president; Rev. J. J. Durham, D. D., Treasurer; Rev. R. H. Singleton, Secretary of this Library Association. Resolved 3, that this organization shall consist of an executive committee who shall have the management of said Library Association. Resolved 4, that Revs. Alexander Harris, C. L. Bonner, John Croly, M. C. Manning, D. D., M. J. Maddox, W. A. Dinkins, C. O. Mitchell, J. W. Roberts, N. H. Whitmire, J. B. Epton, W. L. P. Weston, J. S. Wiggins, H. L. Haywood, W. Berrien, and all other city pastors and presiding elders whose membership is or shall be connected with this Union, shall be the executive committee. Resolved 5, that all appeals for books and money shall be issued by the president and secretary, and approved by the executive committee; and that whosoever receive gifts in books and money for-said library the same must be reported weekly to the executive committee. It was voted that hereafter there shall be no one admitted to membership of this Union who does not subscribe to the Constitution and By-Laws and is vouched for by two members of the body: if after becoming a member he should be guilty of any conduct not in keeping with the character of a Christian minister he shall be expelled. Sermonic reports were as follows: Rev. Roberts preached from Luke 10:42; Rev. Manning, 2 Cor. 5:14; Rev. Mitchell, Rev. 2:2; Rev. Orner, John 12:22; Rev. Haywood, 1 Pet. 3:18; Rev. Whitniire, Matt. 26:24; Rev. Maddox, Rev. 1:4, 5. The meeting adjourned with the benediction by Rev. Powell. Death of An, Old Citizen. Rev. David Waters after a brief illness died on Friday of last week, Rev. Waters was in his eighty-first year of age and was born and always lived here. He was of that old school of gentlemen with always a dignified, gentlemanly bearing. In early life he was connected with the Second Baptist Church and an active church worker he was. He was one time a leader of the choir, a deacon of the church and was afterward ordained to the ministry. Prior to his ordination he was one of the leading stevedores of the city. Rev. Waters was a man of much native ability, and in his manner, has done much for the betterment of those whom he came in contact. He was pastor of several churches in communities surrounding the city and gave up active work about a year ago His remains were buried from the Second Baptist-Church Sunday. It was attended by a number of his friends. The eulogy by Dr. Durham Rev. Simms, and Rev Weston was touching and caused many sympathetic tears, and all united in saving that a true and noble hearted Christian had gone to his reward. Rev. Waters was one of the Tribune's oldest and fruest patrons. He was among the oldest Masons in the state, but on account of his church duties he was unable to retain active membership. He leaves a widow, children, other relatives and many friends to mourn his death. . Miss Dorsey's Death. Miss Emily Dorsey after a short illness died on Thursday of last week and was buried on Saturday last from her late residence, 709 Duffy street, west. She was a member of Beth-Eden Baptist Church and had a host of friends. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. M. J. Maddox, and were very impressive. She leaves a mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Dorsey, a sister, Mrs L. D. Williams, a brother, Mr Daniel Dorsey, and aunt Mrs. Lucinda Williams and other relatives to mourn her loss. St. Philips A. M. E. Church, West Broad Street is certainly progressing in every way. At the quarterly meeting held last week the receipts showed that near one thousand dollars have been raised during the quarter, and that the church is in good condition spiritually. Rev. Cargile the pastor, should be commanded for his ardent work since he has been there. State Republicans Active Headquarters Republican Campaign Committee of Georgia Macon, Gx., Sept. 25, 1800. To the Republicans and Voters of Georgia who desire the election of McKinley and Roosevelt: Under, McKinley's administration the promises of the Republican party of 1898 have been maintained; an opportunity given to willing labor to work at remunerative wages; the commerce of the nation extended to new fields, resulting in such an opening for our growing industries as to cause the South's great staple product, cotton, to command 10 cents per pound Notwithstanding the good record of our Republican administration, we find the government of the people, for the people, by the people, again confronted by Bryanism which is organized repudiation, deliberate confiscation, chartered communism and enthroned anarchy. To the end that good government may not perish from the face of the earth, we earnestly urge all Republicans, and conflantly invite all other patriotic citizens to co-operate with us in giving the electoral vote of Georgia to McKinley and Roosevelt. E. F. BLODGETT, R. D. LOCKE, Secretary. Chairman. J. H. DEVEAUX, E. S. RICHARDSON, J. J. HAMILTON, A. J. SPENCE, B. F. BRIMBERRY, M. L. COVINGTON, M. B. MORTON. P. H. CRAIG, W. H. MATTHEWS, Committee. An Absent Son's Return. About seven years ago among the employees of our office was a young lad, not more than sixteen years of age, who was anxious to become a printer, and who showed his anxiety by his industrious methods. He was an only son and had a comfortable home, a mother who idolized him, a dutiful father, and two loving sisters. For some reason this son unceremoniously left home and loved ones, and his whereabouts were not known until about two years ago. During that time the heart of the fond mother ached for her absent son and constant were her appeals for his safety and return to her. It was a real happy day when two years ago this son was heard from, but happier still was his home coming. In this case a mother's love was truly portrayed The lad aluded to, who is now a young man of fine physique, is Mr. Robert Fields, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. R. Fields, of 546 Nicoll street He has been residing in Newark, N. J., for the past several years. He returned home on last Saturday night via Baltimore. His home coming was the cause of much happiness, and the many friends of the family have been extending congratulations ever since his return. Local Brevitica. Mr. F. T. Thompson of Naval Station, S. C., was in the city this week and came in to see us. Services at St. Augustine Mission Sunday at 7:30 a. m., and 8:15 p. m. Strangers cordially invited. Rev. J. C. Dennis, rector. Several communications were crowded out this week, among them an important one from Judge W. H. Matthews of Brunswick. Go to the West End Barber shop 323 West Broad street when you wish a hair cut. Mr. R. Barnes, the proprietor will be glad 'to see you. If you wish blacksmith work done up "brown" call on Mr. Geo. Euell. Congress lane, rear of 311 Congress street, west. He is a good workman and has reasonable prices. Bethel Church Notes. The officers and members of Bethel A. M. E. Church, are leaving no stones unturned in getting ready to meet all conference claims. Rev. I. S. Hamilton P. E. will close his fourth and last quarter at Bethel beginning last night and include the 20th and 21st. The pastor and members are looking forward for a grand success. Rev. C. O. Mitchell preached an able sermon last Sunday night. It was trustee day. Text, "Nevertheless I have somewhat against thee because thou hast left thy first love." Rev. 2:4. Those who know Rev. Mitchell and the success he has had as a gospel preacher can better imagine than any one describe for he must-mered the subject and held the congregation spell bound. PETITION for Iucorporation. State of Georgia. | ChathamCounty. | To the Superior Court of Said County: The petition of Albeit Jackson, Hosea Marvel, James Smith, James H. Rogers, Sol O. Johnson, J. Shefall, L. M. Pollar, A. L. Tucker, L. S. Jenkins, P. B. Puckey, P. P. Wacker, Charles H. Shefall, Joseph L. Jackson, L. E. Williams, P. Edward Pearl, discreet and proper persons, citizens of the alforesaid county and state respectfully showeth: 1. That your petitioners desire for themselves their associates and successors to be incorporated under the laws of the State of Georgia under the name of THE WAGE EARNERS LOAN AND INSTITUTE COMPANY for the term of twenty (30) years with the privilege of renewal at the expiration of that time. 2. That the principal place of business of said Corporation shall be in the city of Savannah, county and state alforesaid, and in which city a majority of the directors of said company shall reside. 3. That the objects of said corporation shall be for purpose of gain and profit to its shareholders by purchasing, selling, granting, renting, mortgageing, leasing, and improving real property, and in any manner; to buy and transact and carry on business in the real estate industry; to own and manage others on real estate, security and endorsement, and paid up stock as collateral; to borrow money, to encourage the leasing and investing of small amounts of money; to sell men and women of small means in securing homes; to encourage the spirit of enterprise among the people by loaning the means to establish various industries and enterprises; and, in general to be helpful to those who need help by providing the necessary funds for said company to be granted dollars ($10,000) with the privilege of receiving said amount from time to time to fifty thousand dollars ($60,000); and said capital stock be divided into shares of ten dollars ($10,000) GREATEST SOUTHERN OUTFITTERS. For Men, Women, Boys and Children. Lay in Your Supplies. each to be paid in in monthly installments, or as shall be directed by the rules and by laws of said In-ultitution hereafter to be provided for; and that said Corporation shall be begin business when ten per cent of said capital stock which is one thousand dollars ($1000) has been paid in. G WEUELL, Wheelwright and Blacksmithing BUILDER OF Carts. Trucks, Buggies, Wagons, Drays, Etc. Practical Horseshoeing a Specialty. 6. Wherefore petitioners pay that they, their associates and successors may be incorporated under the name of the Wage Earners Loan and Investment Company with the right to contract and be contracted with, sue and be sued, make by-laws not contrary to the laws of Georgia for the better governing of itself, to direct by majority of stock according to value such officers and directors as it shall find convenient and necessary, to have a company seal to be used and altered at will, and to have and enjoy and exercise all the rights, powers and privileges incident to like corporations chartered by the courts as prescribed by the laws of Georgia. Shop fitted up with electric lights, and work can be done as good at night as in the day. Open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. All work promptly attended to, and at a moderate price, And your petitioners will ever pray, etc. A. L. TUCKET. Petitioner. Attorney. Petitioner filed in Office this 27th day of September, 1900. James K. P. Carr, Clerk S. C. C. Ga. You Can Own Your Own Home. REAR 311 CONGRESS St., West. SAVANNAH, GA. Georgia Telephone 820. Those beautiful cottages on Eighth street near East Broad, we are selling on easy terms—small cash payment, and the balance at $10. pre month. We have a number of vacant lots and will build according to your own plans. St. Stephen's Episcopal Church. On Habersham street, between Macon and Harris. Services Sunday 11 a.m, and 8:00 p.m. Sunday school 3:30 p.m. Services on Wednesday night at 3:00. Stranger are always welcomed.—Rev. Richard Bright. Rector. Specialist in the Disaster of Women, Gentle Urinary, Venereal and Rental. DR. J. WALTER WILLIAMS PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON. 465 WEST BROAD STREET, Office Hours..... 8 to 10 a. m.; 2 to 4 p. m.; 6 to 8:30 p. m. Newbridge 500 Waldburg st. W. Phone 2004. Office Thue 2143. Savannah, Georgia. A. L. 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To Stall No. 31, in Market, The Place to Get Beef, Veal, And Mutton, College, Normal, College Preparatory, and English High School courses. Manual Training and Domestic Science. Home life and Christian influences. Athletics. Pleasant grounds. Five large brick buildings. Highest standards of work. A few deserving and needy students can be aided. Term begins first Wednesday in October. Send for catalog. Rev. HORACE, BUMSTEAD, D.D., President. N.B.—A NEW COURSE in English High School studies for boys as well as girls will be started at once, and the NEW MODEL HOME for the training of girls in housekeeping will be opened. MINER'S ACCEPT RAISE Advance of 10 Per Cent Must Hold Good Until Next April. Strikers Also Demand That Sliding Scale Be Abolished--Committee Report Is * Adopted Unanimously. The antiracite coal miners now on strike, after a two days' convention at Scranton, Pa., late Saturday afternoon decided to accept the 10 per cent net increase in wages offered by the mine owners providing they will continue payment of the advance until next April and will abolish the sliding scale. If the operators consider the proposition unacceptable, the miners are willing to arbitrate the question at issue. They also decided to continue the strike until the operators agree to the convention's proposition. The resolution is as follows: We, your committee, respectfully submit the following preamble and resolutions for your consideration: Whereas, the anthracite coal operators have posted notices offering an advance of 10 per cent over wages formerly paid, and have signified their willingness to adjust other grievances with their own employees; and, Whereas, They have failed to specify the length of time this advance will remain in force, and have also failed to abolish the sliding method of determining wages, we would recommend: That this convention accept an advance of 10 per cent, providing the operators will continue its payment until April,1, 1901, and will abolish the sliding scale in the Lehigh and Schuylkill regions; the scale of wages in the two last named districts to remain stationary at 10 per cent above the present basis price; and that the companies will agree to adjust other grievances complained of with committees of their own employees. Should this proposition be unacceptable to the operators we recommend that the convention propose that all questions at issue be submi ted to a fair and impartial board of arbitration. We would further recommend that under no circumstances whatever should there be a resumption of work at any of the collicries until the operators signify their acceptance of this proposition, and you are notified officially that the strike is ended, and all return to work in a body on the same day. STUBBORN CONTEST EXPECTED. Judging by the unanimity of the miners in adopting the resolution and by the determined stand taken by the operators, it is generally believed that a long contest between the strikers and mine owners is not unlikely. There was great enthusiasm in the convention when the counter proposition to the operators was carried, and three cheers were given for President Mitchell. The resolutions were drafted by a committee of thirteen, of which the national president was chairman. OPERATORS OPPOSED TO DEMANDS. A canvass of the operators of the Wyoming valley Sunday showed that there is considerable opposition to granting the miners any more concessions than those outlined in the original offer, namely 10 per cent increase without any conditions. The individual operators, especially, are opposed to tie themselves up to any agreement. The terms of the Scranton convention are not acceptable to operators and representatives of coal carrying companies in Shamokin and Mount Carmel. The Reading officials do not think the sliding scale will be abolished by the company, while operators are averse to signing a contract binding them to pay the 10 per cent increase until April. The individual coal operators who could be seen at Hazléton declined to discuss the action taken by the miners. Neither would say what steps the employers would-probably take. It is evident from their reticence that the individual mine owners are waiting to see what the large coal-carrying railroads that mine coal will do. FATHER INVESTIGATING. Alabama Man Thinks His Son Was Murdered in Birmingham. John F. Barbour, of Thomasville, Ala., is in Birmingham investigating the death of his son, J. Ernest Barbour, who was found in an unconscious condition in Avondale park a week ago from last Saturday, and who died soon after. A postmortem examination showed that the young man's death was caused by morphine and the theory of suicide largely obtained, but Coroner Paris, who investigated the case fully, came to the conclusion that Barbour may have been drugged for the purpose of robbery and that death resulted. RECORD-BREAKING CARGO. British Stemmer Clears From Galveston With, Big Load Cotton, Wheat, Flour. With Big Load Cotton, Wheat, Flour. The largest cargo that ever went out of Galyeston, and believed to be larger than any previous cargo from the gulf, is that of the British stenier Irada, which cleared Saturday. She had on board in round and square bales of cotton the equivalent of 26,400 square bales. She also carries 24,000 bushels of wheat and 2,000 barrels of flour. The cargo is valued at $1,381,312. WATCHING FOR FEVER Spread of Yellow Jack In Cuba Spurs to Strict Precautions. Tampa, New Orleans, Mobile and Other Points Are Ready to Quarantine On Short Notice. Cattleman arriving in Tampa, Fla., from Cuba say that the yellow fever is spreading rapidly in Havana and the disease there is of the most virulent type. There is a large number of cases and many deaths are reported. Though Tampa is the point at which travel from Cuba usually enters the southern states, no apprehension is felt. The quarantine precautions are so strict that there is not the least possibility of the appearance of the disease. Every vessel from the south is subjected to thorough inspection, fumigation and detention by both the United States marine hospital service and the state board of health. Every one of these vessels must stop at the quarantine station at Mullet Key, where competent officers, with all the necessary disinfecting apparatus, are on duty. The marine hospital service, as an extra precaution, has the steamer Bratton on quarantine patrol service along the coast to intercept any sailing vessels that may attempt to get into the Tampa harbor without observing the regulations. There are no suspicious cases detained at the stations and the officials report that the quarantine against all points in the fever district is the strictest ever maintained. The state board of health is taking every precaution at Pensacola. Vessels from Cuban ports are detained five days at the quarantine station and are thoroughly fumigated and disinfected before they are released. There has been no suspicious sickness of any character at the Pensacola quarantine station this year. NEW ORLEANS IS CAUTIOUS. A New Orleans special says: The precaution taken by the state board of health to prevent yellow fever from entering this port from Cuba or any tropical port is five days detention of all vessels bringing passengers coming from such ports at the quarantine at the month of the river. All vessels plying between Central America and West India ports, outside of Cuba, belong to the United Fruit company, and these refuse to carry passengers, as they carry fruit, and the quarantine of five days would cause fruit to spoil. Morgan liners, to and from Havana, undergo detention, but so far not a single case of fever has been found on any vessel. The quarantine officer thinks here is a close inspection by American medical officers before ships leave Cuihan ports. At Mobile, Ala., no suspicious cases of any description are reported at quarantine. The season has been remarkably free from sickness of any kind. Vessels are not allowed to come into the city until they have undergone a modern fumigation and spent five days at quarantine. No passengers are accepted and crews are not allowed to come ashore. There is a police guard on steamers all the season and the system of unloading is subject to full precautions. At Charleston the yellow fever situ- tion is being closely watched by the health officers. The government, state and city quarantine officers are on the alert to prevent the entrance of yellow fever into port. Every foreign vessel is detained at the quarantine station before being allowed to enter the harbor. The health department is prepared to establish a rigid quarantine on a moment's notice. At Savannah the customary precaution is being taken by government officials at quarantine. 11 Demands the Loot According to a Shanghai dispatch Li Hung Chang has asked the Americans to return the loot, valued at $250,000, which they found at Pekin, and which was the property of the imperial authorities. HISPANO-AMERICAN CONGRESS Will Open In Madrid, According to Decree, On November 11. The Hispano-American congress, which was authorized by a decree signed by the queen regent in April last, will open November 11 in the grand hall of the National library at Madrid. The number of delegates appointed already is over 3,000. A program of fotes has been arranged. Gotham's Gift to Galveston. The New York chamber of commerce of Galveston relief committee reports additional contributions amounting to $6,304; previously acknowledged, $109,603; grand total, $115,998. BOOSEYELT TOURING OHIO. Rough Rider Make Initial Speech In Buckeye State at Hamilton. At Hamilton, O., 25 miles from Cincinnati, Governor Roosevelt made his first stop Tuesday on his tour of Ohio, speaking to a large crowd. The speaker's stand was a block from the train and thither the governor was escorted by Governor Nasb, Food Commissioner Blackburn, L. C. Laling, candidate for secretary of state, and others. Plantation Chill Cure is Guaranteed To Cure, or Money Refunded by Your Merchant, so Why Not Try It? Price Sut. More Cause For Hatred. The Mild Anarchist—But you must bear in mind that kipgs work as hard as anybody nowadays. The Radical Member—That's one reason why I hate 'em so. What business have they to set such an example? New Ocean Greyhound. The famous Deutschland cost $8,332,000; displacement 23,200 tons; accommodation 1,037 passengers? crew 525. It has established a new record for ocean steamers. Among the great remedies of the world Hostetter's Stomach Bitters holds the record with its fifty years of cures of constipation, indigestion and billiousness. 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Philosopher—And now, after having reviewed all philosophy with you, there is only one law that I can lay down for your guidance. Student—What is that? "When you are sure you are right you should suspect that you are wrong." Ualque Theory of Chief Moore Concerning Their Levels. Willis Moore, chief of the United States weather bureau, is of the opinion that the opening of the Chicago drainage canal has had no effect upon the level of the lakes. That view was expressed by him after he had completed the circuit of the great lakes with the congressional committee on rivers and harbors. He had been in Chicago two days and was with Professor Cox, of the Auditorium tower much of the time. Congressman Burton, chairman of the house committee on rivers and harbors, made the statement when he landed in Chicago that the level of the lakes had fallen from three inches to a foot and a-half. He did not necessarily attribute this shrinkage to the effect of the Chicago drainage canal. Chief Moore said: "I am not prepared to state officially what the effect of the Chicago drainage canal upon the lakes has been. Nerortheless, it is my belief that the canal has had no effect upon the level of the lakes above Niagara. If there is an effect, it will be found in a diminishment of the amount of water going over Niagara Falls. No harbor will have to be deepened on account of the canal. An apparent alteration of level will be due to other causes. I am convinced, than the drain of the canal. I will go, further and say that even if the Niagara river were damned, so that the four upper lakes had no outflow, I do not believe their level would be really affected. "The lakes, I believe, are self-regulating. The body of water which the lakes contain could not be supplied by the watersheds draining into them. What river or great system of supply drains into the lakes? Think how contracted their area of watershed is! No; the lakes are fed through the geological strata. Water from very far off regions comes to tac lakes. Water that falls on opposite slopes, percolating through the surface earth, is carried back by the strata and enters the lakes. When the pressure is removed, more water bubbles up from these strata, and when the pressure is increased the inflow is proportionately checked; consequently I believe the water supply of the lakes is automatic and that their level is not determined either by the increased or diminished outflow from their surface."—Chicago Times-Herald. The Duel In Italy. The duel in Italy has been very very deadly of late, four men being killed last Saturday in these contests in different Italian towns. It is estimated that during the past year 2,400 duels were fought in the kingdom, which yielded a crop of 480 deaths. The Chinese way of "getting even" is more civilized on the whole. 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When you virginia Cheroots for more to smoke, ty, than you have en cents for three virginia Cheroots smoked this r. Price, 3 for 5 cents. $300 WL DOUGLAS SHOES $3.50 UNION-MADE If you have been pay- ing $1 to $3 for shoes, a trial of W. L. Doug- Lis or $3.50 shoes will convince you that they are just as good in every way and cost from $1 to $1.50 less. Over 1,000,000 wearers. WE USE FAST COLOR EYELETS FACTORY, BROOKTON MASS. One pair of W. L. Douglas $3 or $3.50 shoes will positively increase two pairs of ordinary $3 or $3.50 shoes. We are the largest makers of men's $3 and $3.50 shoes in the world. We make and sell more $3 and $3.50 shoes than any other two manufacturers in the U. S. BEST $3.50 SHOE The reputation of W. L. Douglas style, comfort, and wear is everywhere throughout the world. The standard has always been placed so high that the wearers than they can get dwarfers. THE HEARON more W. L. Douglas and $3.50 shoes are sold than any other make is because THEY ARE THE BEST. Your dealer should keep these shoes on hand, and they are take no substitute! Indis on having W. L. Douglas shoes with name and price stamped on bottom. If your dealer will not get their for you, send direct to W. L. Douglas Shoe Store, and we will standardize size, type, and price for you. Our shoes will resale any year. Catalogue from W. L. Douglas Shoe Store, Everett, MA. aranteed Sees eee ES Soe foe eee ae See Seer ees So SG earn See ee Sos Sees See ee aS se eee ere 33: SSS Se pe Sg ee Seg, saan Seer Ses Sao ee Son Geese Sees = ee oe 55 == = Se ae En: a zon are Se ee rE = =: Bas = = se