Lakeland Evening Telegram Newspaper, June 23, 1913, Page 1

PUBLISHED IN THE BEST TOWN IN THE BEST PART OF THE BEST STATE WORD 0N N OFFIGES BEEN SAI0 ONE FELL SWOOP, 113 CUSTOM FICES IN SOUTE. p Will Be the Headquar- B For Florida After July 1st. } Associated Press.) on, June 23—Secretary s settled the disputed ques- e South over re-disitrict- toms service and is prac- pared to effect a sweeping organization of the nation t as finally decided upon. p new Southern districts e the following, first port in each instance being headquarters: Carolina, n, Beaufort. - Savannah, Brunswick, lanta. Jacksonville, Tampa, Key ta Gorda, Boca Grande, pnsacola, St. Andrews, St. Fernandina, Cedar Keys, ola, Carrabelle. ng Alabama and part of sippi-—Mobile, Birmingham, Scranton. organibation of the cus- ice of the country is the stic ever attempted at one reduces the number of dis- 162 to 49 and abolishes tors. Charleston, Y AND BURNS ON TRIAL. ly, Alta., June 23-—The trials Pelkey, pugilist,-and Tom- s, prize-fight promoter, in pn with the death of Luther is on here today, as the as refused to grant further cCarty was killed here sev- pks ago during a fight with though the promoters of the lared that the fighter’s death to accident and not to a blow il by Pelkey. N DOLLAR CASTLETO BE BUILT AT MIAMI. i, June 23—Construction b the million-dollar castle harles Deering will build on cre estate within the corpor- ts of Miami will begin about ber 1, according to J. A. Mc- supervisor of comstruction, urned yesterday from New here he spent three weeks in fon with the architects who paring plans fo rthe palace, ering is now enroute home jurope and as soon as he ap- of the plans the work will be- W ROUTE TO BOSTON. York, June 23—A new and route between New York and and points in New Hamp- nd Maine was opened to trav- pday affording for the first time by which the transfer between and North stations in Boston avoided, thus insuring greater and convenience and saving REVENUE CADETS. hington, June 23—In every ity of the United States todey examinations are being held e appointment of two cadets of e and five cadets of the engin- Ps for the revenue cutter ser- uccessful candidates will be on the pay-roll as soon as ap- a. BAMA MERCHANT KILLED. (Dy ZAssociated Prees.) enix City, Ala., June 23—J. J. a merchant, was found dead Store with his throat cut, when Ore was opened this morning. Ty i8 believe dto kave been the e for his murder. TOM SMITH TO BE HUNG JUNE i 27—SAYS HE DOES NOT FEAR.' Gainesville, June 23—Tom Smith, tLe self-confessed and convicted mur- dered of Dr. H. C. Spencer, has less than a week to live, Governor Tram- mell having fixed Friday, June 27th,! ar the date for his execution, but the noomed negro stated Thursday that he is as happy as a man can be, and does not fear the end in the least. Smith stated Thursday that there is nothing new to tell regarding the wurder—that he has told the truth heretotore concerning it—but said, in answer to inquiry, that he may make “a short speech” on the gallows, The execution will take place, ac- cording to present plans, between the hours of 10 a. m. and 2 p. m. on the 27th. It is probably that it will oc- cur during the first two hours of the period named. GETTING READY FOR CREAT WHITE WAY At a recent meeting of the Gover- nors of the Board of Trade bids were orened for the installation of the White Way on the principal business blocksof Lakeland. The lowest and test bid submitted was that of Card- well & Feigley, electricians of this tity, and they were awarded the con- tract, coiditlonal. of course, on the money being raised to make this great improvement, and on the con- tractors making certain phases their proposition entirely satisfac- tory, which it is understood will be done. Absolute figures are not ye avail- able, being dependent somewhat on the extent of the work, but it may D¢ stated that the entire cost of in- stallation will be in the neighbor- hood of §1.40 per foot. This cost will, of course, have to be borne by the property owners and «long the way, and it speaks well fcr the enterprise and public spirit that many of ci the people generally have already signified their cheerful willingness to stand their proportion ui the expense. It is planned to include in the White Way, Kentucky avenue from Pine Street to Main, or possibly to Lemon; Main street from Massachu- setts to Florida. ] ON TRIAL FOR KILLING WOlflNl Minneapolis, Minn., June 23—The cases against Dr. William B. Craig and Alonzo M. Ragsdale, charged with the murder of Dr. Helena Knabe are scheduled to come to trial here today. Prcsecutor Frank B. Baker will take personal charge of the cases, which will bc sensational on account of the prominence of the de- fendants. LW ROCEELLE HAS BIRTHDAY. New Rochelle, N. Y., June 23— This city is celebrating its 225 birth- day today, which maks the anniver- cary of the settlement of New Roch- elle by Hugenot refugees from La Rochelle, France, in 1688. France has sent over delegates to participate in the celebration. STATE DENTISTS MEET WEDNESDAY AT PALM BEACH. Jacksonville, June 23.—The Flor- ida State Dental Association, com- posed of more than one hundred and fifty reputable dental practitioners, meets in annual session, beginning at 11:30 a. m.,, Wednesday, the 25tn inst. The object of this society is to cul- tivate the Science and Art of Den- tistry and all its collateral branches; to teach and sustain the professional character of dentists, and to promote among them mutual good will and fo- cial intercourse. Officers. The officers of the soclety a2 follows: Dr. W. A. Dean, president, Tampa, Fla. Dr. G. Enloe, first-vice pres'l Miami, Fla. Dr. G. B. Tison, second vice-presi- dent, Gainesville, Fla. Dr. A. M. Jackson, recording sec- retary, Lakeland, Fla. Dr. Jesse L. Williams, correspond- ing secretary, Jacksonville, Fla. Dr. C. L. Nance, treasurer, Tampa, Fla. s tenants | ¢ NING TELEGRAM LAKELAND, FLORIDA, MONDAY, JUKE 23, 1913, PRESIDENT READINEGROES RUSHED Hi5 CURRECY MESSHGE TODN MADE A PERSONAL PLEA TO CON- GRESS TO REVISE BANK- ING LAWS, - VFor Second Time, President Address- es Both Houses In Joint Assembly, (By Assccicted Press.) Washington, June 23—Bearing a versonal plea for immediate action by Longress to revise the banking cur- vency laws that business may be aided in meeting the tariff revision, President Wilson for the second time went to the House of Representatives tuday and personally read his cur- rency message to both houses in joint assembly. OFFERS JOURNALISM COURSE. Madison, Wis., June 23-—~The first summer session coarses in journalism were inaugurated at the University of Wisconsin today, under Prof. Bley- e, TODAY'S BIRTEDAY HONORS. Chas. D. Hilles, Chairman of the Lepublican National Conmittee, torn in Belmont county, Ohio, June i3, 1867; graduated from Barnes- ville High Schooi in 1885, and en- tered an academy at Oxford, Md..; appiinted secretary to the superin- tendent of the Boys’ Industrial School at Laneaster, Gazette from 1890 un- il 1892; was appointed fiaancial of- icer of the boys' superintendent by Governor Nas hin 1900; resigned in i902 to become siperintendent the New York Juvonile Asylum; was ipointed assistant secretary of the tieasury in Anril, 09; appointeld socretary to the President, Apeil 4 1911; married Dollie Belle Whiley, ol Lancaster, Ohio, in 1896. FARMERS, CLUB HAD FINE MEETING The Farmers Club met Saturday with Mr. G. J. Lewellen at his home vear Galloway, and the large crowd, which numbered nearly one hundred, ceclared the meeting to have been one of the most pleasant the Club has ever enjoved. Cordial hospitality was extended ull who have arrived by the host and hiostess, who left nothing undone to make the day a memorable one. At the noon hour a surgptuous dinner, such as the Club je famed for, was siread under the large trees in the yard, and a pleasant hour was spent enjoying the good things provided by the thrifty housewives. The session was held after dinner, and the business will be found in tne official minutes, which follow: of Official Minutes. The Farmers Club met Saturday at the home of Mr. Lewellyn. The meeting was called to order by Presi- dent Gray who requested Judge Pres- ton to preside. Election of officers was the first business. Moved and geconded Dr. Conibear be elected president for the coming year. Mo- tion carried unanimously. Mr. D. K. Turner was elected as vicc-presideat. E. C. Elder was nominated to act again as secretary and treasurer but asked to be excused as he could not attend the meetings regular. Mr. F. J Julian was clected as secretary and treasurer. Judge Preston repori- ed on a list of programs for the next six months beginning with August, report filed with Lr. Conibear. Mo- tion carried that the club meet at the home of A. S. Meharg for the July mceting. Prof. A. P. Spencer from Gainesville being present, addrnssr-rlltfml to lecal business in connection the elub on the discussion of zrow- ing peaches, grapes, pears, fils ruevas, bananas, pinexpples and pe-| STILL MAINTAINS cans. A general discussion followed. A vote of thanks was voted Prof. Spencer for his very interesting pa- pei and information given to the club, also his courtesy in answering all questions and siving advice. vote of thanks was voted to Mr. or Mrs. Lewellyn for their hospitahi entertainment of the club. E. C. ELDER, Sccy. A | z 1 l | 10 HAGON FOR SAFE KEEPING WERE TAKEN THERE 70 EscArn‘ MOB WHO WERE BENT ON LYNCHING. Negroes Are Charged With Murder- ing a Dublin Farmer and His Wife. (By Associated Press.) Macon, Ga., June 23—The negroes joe May, Henry Kitchens, Smith Har- ris, charged with murdering J. T. tiewell and wife near Dublin, Ga, Sunday, were lodged in the county Jail here today for safekeeping. The prisoners were brought here by a circuitous route in order to escape a mob of several hundred bent on svenging the murders of the How- ells, Howell was killed shortly after teylight Sunday morning and his Wife rushed to his assistance and was also ki‘lvd. Naigubors rushed in and just before Howell died he mut- tered something about a negro, and it was on this clue fhat the search began. BODIES NOT YET RECOVERED. (By Associated Press.) Mewphis, Tenn., June 23.-—No in- lormation was obtainablé today from the scene of the drowning yesterday of nine members of the United States engineers party at Snakey Bend, near New Madrid, Mo., on the Mississippi. The party were on the Beaver, a small boat, which capsized and sank in a storm. Five of the party were resucued. Those droned weer A. D. Coston, 5. C. McConnell, C. 8. Williamson, \tason Ohio; Capt. Lamb, Harry Sher- rell, Cottonwood, ‘T'enn.; Uhil Wray, lackson, Tenn.; Freeman, deck hand, and two others, names not known, JAGK JOANSON GRANTED APPE (By Associated Press.) Chicago, 111, Jvne 23.—Federal Judge Carpenter today gramted Jack Johnson, the negro pugilist, an appeal from the verdict sentencing him to a year in prison, for the violation of ‘he white slave law. WATERWORKS OFFICIALS FACE PROBLEM. Minneapolis, Minn., June 23—The noted case of “Brewster’s Millions” has a near-parallel in the cast of the city council's committe on water- works which has on its hand the job of rpending $2,500 of city fuuls for entertainment of the American Waterworks Assoclation which met here today. The delegates, who come from all parts of the country, will talk principally on filteration plants, INTERNATIONAL TOURNEY. Wimbledon, Eng., June 23—The creat tennis tournament {involving the all-England championship began herc today. Wallace F. Johnson, of Philadelphia, Maurice E, McLaugh- lin, of California, R. Norris Williams cf [llinois, the young Harvard player and Harold H. Hackett, of New York cre the Americans entered in the contest. DEGREE FOR PRCF. TAFT. Utica, N. Y., June 22—Former President Taft arrived here today on his way to Hamilion College, near this city, where Lo reccives the de- sree of doctor of civii law. From itere he proceeds to Cincinnati to at- } l with the Southern railroad. CAR SCITEDULES. (By Asgsocisted Press.) Birmingham, Ala., June 23—All schedules are being maintained b¥ the street car company this morning but policemen and deputies are usea on many cars to prevent a possible outbreak, owing to the strcet car em- pioyees. ADVERTISE FOR DRINKING PUPILS. Montelair, N. J., June 23—“Two bundred fathers wanted to teach their sons to drink beer and whis- key,” is the headline of an anonymous advertisement that has appeared in the newspapers of this ecity, and caused consternation among the resi- dents. The advertiscment continues: “You can depend on hearty co-opera- tion of those engazed in the business, The liquor stores of Montclair are licensed by town authority and are as legitimate as the grocery, butcher sl:ops, the Y. 11. (. A or the church,’ The advertisement is attributed to rersons opposcd to the granting of liquor licenses by the Town Council «flective today. ALABAMIAN: FATALLY SHOT BY NEGAD (Ly Assocfated Press.) Birmingham, Ala., June 23— Charles Jones( a negro, fired six shots at Amanda Jones a negress at the crowded depot at ount Pinson ucar here, this morning. Rufe Beav- or a white planter was gatally wound. td by a bullet, and the woman was mortally wounded by thre bullets. A bosse is pursuing Jones, MEETING OF LIBARIANS. Catskill, N. Y., June 23—The 1913 cenvention of the American Libary Association began at the Hotel Kaat- erskill, Catskill Mountains, today, and is the largest in the history of the organization. The Hoter Katter- skill has opend a week earlier than usual so that the convention would not interpere with its formal open- g next week. Many prominent lit- erary men and women are attending the meeting, SAW FLORIDA CATTLE UPON A THOUSAND HILLS. Colonel Code Hill sage of Bear Lake dweller for forty-two years in Orange county by preference, but now o resident of Seminole by county di- vision, was in Orlanilo yesterday af- ternoo nreturning from the Fort Bas- er country, where he saw the cattle upon a thousand hills,” the present as well as the past wealth of South Florida, Smiling from under his old straw bat, for be it said of his good judg- mert he left that high silk head-piece at home while mingling among the cowboys of the Tohopekaliga coun- try, he said: ‘“Never saw go many cattle at one time before in my life; it is cattle, cattle, cvery way you look or go; the whole country I8 alive with them. If I am any judge at all, | saw more than one hundred thous- and head of cattle in the country be- tween Lake Tohopekaliga and Fort Dassinger, and they are looking fine. There are many cattle owners In Scuth Flor{da, and it is really hard to tell what a vast number of these mon- ey producers are feeding upon the gieat stretches of gras lands that are s0 well adapted to the purxose.”— Orlando Sentinel. FLORIDA ALL TO THE GOOD. We are in receint of a personal lot- ter from our whilom friend, Mr. E. P. Thagard, one of our State bank ex- aminers, from which we make the tcllowing extracts ‘People who live in Florida shoull feel fortunate. Today it is the most prosperous part of the south, and es- pecially the peninsula part of Flor- ida. The biggest prices for oranges ever received, that I know of, have been obtained for late shipments, Mr. Sligh of Orlando, a short time ago. received $7.70 net per box of 300 or- anges. From what I can hear, too prices have been received for all kinsd of vegetables.] The weather has been too dry in this section for orange trees, and the prospects for this year's crop of oranges {s not sc zood. Within the last few days, how- ever, good rains have fallen, and the orange growers are feeling better.” — Orlando Reporter-Star. TEXAS ABSTRACTORS MEET. Dallas, Tex., Junc 23—The annual cenvention of the Texas Abstractors Assoclation which began here today will mdke an effort to bring to ¢ high standard of efficiency the busi- ness of title abstracting in Taxas. - No, 198 1. 5, BARGHAL FOR NORTH FLA SO0N BE CHOSEN WILL PRESIDENT SELECT ONE OF McREYNOLDS' KINSMAN, IS A QUESTION., Cther Notes F;r:—Nations Capitol 0f Interest To Flor. idians, Washington, D. C., June 23—The centest for United States Marshal for the Northern District of Florida 18 getting hot. The first of the three candidates for the position to arrive in Wash- ington was Judge J. F. C. Griggs, of Pensacola, who arrived a week ag0 and left today for hime. Closely fole lowing his arrival came Mr. Perkins, arother candidate, and richt behind kim came George W. Ward, accom- panied by Hon. W, W. Flournoy, of P'ensacola, Ward and Flournoy are They have occupied their time calling wpon stiil here, the Representa- and Bryan to secure enodrsements for the office. tves and Senators Fletcher It is belicved that both Senators have so far not decided to endorse any of the candidates, but is prob- eble they will decide unon a choice within the next weck, Perking, it is understood, was un- known to either Scnator Fletcher and Senator Bryan urtil he entered the contest. Ile is a first cousin of Ate torney Geleral McReynolds, who will family ties, will see the Perkins case McReynolds’ motaers were sisters. Upon this fact Perkins is believed to Lase his hopes for appointment. Wkether President Wilson, who has tiuek to his decfsion. mot to appoint any of his own relatives because of take the appointment., Perkins' and in that light remains to be scen. Judge Griges is believed to base bis hopes of appointment upon the et that he was in favor of Wilson’s nomination before the Baltimore con- veation, and that as a delezate to the convention he subsequently desertod tiie Underwcod column and voted forf Wilson, He has been a Wilson man & long time. Ward, too, is uanderstood to have been for Wilson for President 2 long time. His friends assert he was for Wilson before the State primary. Ward has not been a resident of Flor- :da for many years. He moved there recently in connection with the or- sanizatlon of the Pensacola State Bank. liliteracy is rapidly on the ‘decrease ‘v Florida, owing chiefly to the wide- spread leadership of men and wome cn of prominence, especially women, who have sct industrously to work to improve the schools of the State and secure & greatly incregsed attend- ance, according to information obs tained tovlay from the Nationgl Board Reports have been peceived from different counties in tle State from time to time, showing steady im- provements in school facilities, gen- eral attendance ,and deeper Interest tuken by parents in education of of their children. The prediction 18 made by the Bureau that before long Florida will be able to compare favor- ubly with any of the other States so far as her educational facilities are concerned. The Navy Department has sent to Senators Fletcher and Bryan and all four Reprenestatives a notice that it is now ready to begin distribution of Maine memorial tablets to munfel- IAlities, military and naval associa- tions, gocieties, and to former officers and crew of the Maine or their heirs or representatives. These tablets are made from metal (brass, bronze, or copper) recovered from the Maine, are thirteen by elghteen inches in size, and welgh about fifteen pounds. Those applyiag for the tablets are required to pay the actnal cost of casting, ‘which is about $5.00 each, and the freight to destination. Applications for the tablsts must be made direct to the Secretary of the Navy, first obtaining a printed lank for the purpose. After the ap- plication has been approved notice of allotment will ve sent to the appli- cant. 2 e -