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TELEGI ESTABLISHED 1831 HARRISBURG, THURSDAY EVENING, JULY 9, 1908. 12 PAGES LAST EDITION 7 Colonel Could ave escape Refusing to Desert Philadelphia Friends He Was Chastised BOSS AT LINCOLN FEARED ROLL CALL Afraid of Effect of Showing of Nearly 400 Votes Against Him B.v Pres. Denver, July 9. Colonel Guffey, who was the storm center of last night's fight on the of the convention, wa3 in early consultation with his lieutenants to day and with the elements outside the delegation who saw in iast night's vote a remaining chance to overcome the Bryan strength. He had little to say on the result except to remark: "You will notice I was present when the voting took place." He would not discuss the vote in detail but seemed to think that while it demonstrated a heavy current of opposition to the plans of those con trolling the convention, Mr.

Bryan might develop greater strength on a Presidential ballot than he did on the question last night. But the total of 3S9 votes inspired the allied oppo sition with new hopes. It developed in this connection that a strong effort was made to avoid the vote of last night as the Bryan managers desired not to have an issue which would disclose the Istrength of the two contending ele Iments. The Guffey men say that the Ireport on credentials was delayed a full hour while overtures were made I to Colonel Guffey not to present the minority report, thus avoiding a div ision and an open vote. According to the Guffey men distinct overtures vere made to the Pennsylvania ader to secure this end, namely that ie should remain as National Com Imitteeman from Pennsylvania, but rhile this would have insured his continued leadership, it is said that Lionel Guffey flatly refused to con sider the proposition as it involved the sacrifice of Philadelphia dele gates, for whom he had contended.

Fhe Guffey men are confident that khe overtures designed to avoid a vote came as a result of advice to the Jryan men from Lincoln. CONVENTION IS SLOW Pennsylvania Caucus Keeps Delegates From Prompt Attendance. By Associated Press. Denver, July 9. The Democratic lational convention resumed its ses sions at 11 o'clock today with another vast assemblage present, eager fend expectant, and with the feeling prevailing that the culminating day i as at hand on the Presidential nom ination and the platform.

State dele gations were busy during the morn ing making their final canvass on the loming ballot and it was 11.30 before Ihe session actually began. The feature of the opening hour fras the speech of the permanent lhairman, Congressman Henry D. Hlayton, of Alabama, a sonorous pre Ientation of party aspirations and a evere arraignment of President Roosevelt. Frequent demonstrations of wild Inthusiasm came from the listening Ihousands, suggestions of the name If Mr. Bryan being the unfailing sig I al for tumultuous clamor.

The platform is practically com llete as an entirety and will be pre lonted to the convention later in the lay. During the morning John Mitchell, lie labor leader, appeared before the llabama delegation and formally de Pared that he would not be a candi late for Vice President. The Missouri delegation called on Governor Francis, of Missouri, and Innounced their intention of present ing his name to the convention for le Vice Presidency. In view of the Inwavering refusal of the Gray forces permit the Delaware jurist to be msidered for second place, and Gov "nor Francis' prominence as one of conservative forces remaining of Cleveland Cabinet, there is a rowing sentiment toward substitute tg his name for Gray's as the lead fg Vice Presidential candidate. "The convention is likely to hold pveral sessions during the day, with he probability of a night session, if pessary, for the adoption of the latform, and in all likelihood the imination of the Presidential stand Id bearer.

Yesterday's strenuous proceedings the morning session of the con ation, and the late session of last Ight, had a marked effect on the I legates to day, and they were slow By Surrender Continued on Page UY ii at WILLIAM 'ay's Mind is Unchanged, He Says YO YT ACCET SECOND PLACE NOMINATION. Relieves His Jiefusa! Will "Prevent Any Atfcront To Xame Him. By Associated Wilmington, July 9. Despite the absolute quality of, his refusal to accept a nomination for Vice President at the hands of the Democratic national convention a position from which many persons seem to believe he may bo induced to recede by some mysterious influence Judge George Gray continues to receive communications in reference to ihe subject. Answering some inquiries this afternoon, Judge Gray stated that he had received no letter from Henry Watterson, of the Louisville Courier Journal, pleading with him to accept the nomination for Vice President, as had been reported in some papers, but that he had received, on Friday last, a telegram from the veteran editor urging him to acquiesce.

He replied as he had replied to the Associated Press on that day that he would "under no conceivable circumstances accept such a nomination should it be made." This, he says, is still his attitude and will be unalterably to the end. Beyond these steady refusals Judge Gray has done nothing to check the movement for his nomination for Vice President and does not consider it necessary that he should resort to any other measures at present. SEVEN FLOOD VICTIMS By Assycicled Press. Lincoln, July 9. The bodies of all the known victims of the flood on Monday have been recovered.

The list numbers seven, as follows: Herman Amend, 14 months old. John Amend, 9 years old. Maggie Amend, 12 years old. Willie Amend, 5 years old. George Dam, 12 years old.

John Nelson, 20 years old. Albert Nicholas, 15 years of age. Search for further supposed victims is going on to day. The railroad service is improving but it will take several days to restore it to the normal. Signs of Prosperity Many blast furnaces in the western part of the State are lighting their fires and thousands of men are returning to work.

United States Steel preferred jumped more than $3 In the New York stock market, and prices were generally higher. Crops of wheat, corn and other grains will have a banner year, according to the figures of the spring acreage compiled by the Agricultural Bureau. Announcement was made to day that the Carpenter Steel Works, which has been idle for some months, will resume operations on full time next month, giving employment to over 600. The orders received indicate that the plant will work steadily for the rest of the summer. Coal operators In Pittsburg state that within ten days there would be full pressure brought on the entire productive capacity of the Pittsburg district.

This means that an army of some 65.000 coal miners will be put to work steadily and every available car on the railroads touching the mines will be required to supply transportation for the coal to the lake ports. PS? Mm Mm FN ueiiver J. BRYAN quire Lee, Oldest Mice, D( PROMINENT CUMBERLAND COUNTY REPUBLICAN. Agent For Northern Central Railway Company Awl Pioneer Lumberman. 'Squire John Fiske Lee, aged 85 years, and one of the best known men along the Susquehanna river, died yesterday at his home in Jspjy.

Cumberland. He was the'oldest justice of the peace in Cumberland county, having served for 34 years, and was a brother of the late Frank Lee, who was a brother in law to former Governor Geary. For ten years Mr. Lee served on the Republican county committee, of which he was twice chairman. He was a school director for fifteen years and half of that time he was president of the school board.

Mr. Lee was a ticket agent on the Northern Central railroad for twenty one years and previous to this he was a lumberman on the Susquehanna. He was, in fact, one of the pioneers of this vocation and was known from the source to tidewater of the stream. He is survived by two children, Thomas F. Lee, of Pittston, and Mrs.

Sylvia Southeriand. of Denver. His wife died two years ago The funeral arrangements have not been completed, but will be held in New Cumberland. Poisoner of Wilson Safe From Police LOOKS AS THOUGH HE NEVER AYILL BE CAUGHT. Detectives Turn Hopelessly From Re.

cent Events To Doctor's Past Life. By Associated Press. Philadelphia, July 9. It begins to look as though the person who sent the poisoned ale to Dr. William H.

Wilson, of this city, who died after drinking the beverage, may never be captured. The police are still at sea regarding the case, with no Immediate prospect of finding anything tangible that will lead to the apprehension of the person wanted. Some of the detectives on the case are working on new theories, one of which is that the murderer may have been someone connected with the earlier life of Dr. Wilson, perhaps someone who knew him under his real name, William H. Friehoff.

The Inquest in the case will probably be held tomorrow. CHECK FOR FIREMEN Burial Case Company Turns Over $50 to Relief Association The Firemen's Relief Association at its meeting at the Citizen engine house last evening, received a check for $50 from Superintendent J. Henry Spicer, of the Harrisburg Burial Case Company, in appreciation of the excellent service rendered by the department at the fire in the lumber yard at the plant of the company on South Tenth street on the evening of May 13th. The money was placed in the treasury and the thanks of the association returned to the com pany Firebugs 'Second Attempt on Shop BURGESS HUMMELL. OF WORM LEYSBURG," THEIR VICTIM.

Stuffed Oil Soaked Bunting Beneath Floor; Place Once Beforo Destroyed. Incendiaries attempted to burn the tin shop of Burgess elect J. Hummel at Wormleysburg yesterday morning and that they were unsuccessful was due to the opportune arrival of Mr. Hummel. About 11.15 o'clock Mr.

Hummel drove up to the store and after unhitching and putting his horse in its stall he entered the shop. Shortly afterward he noticed the smell of smoke and upon going outside discovered flames coming from under the building, which is built upon piers. Calling several men, he crawled underneath the floor, where he found a pile of bunting, which was saturated with coal oil, burning fiercely. Coal oil had also been poured over the boards. To get the bunting out and stamp out the flames was the work of a few minutes, but had the Are been discovered ten minutes later nothing could have saved the shop.

The total damage was a charred beam. Mr. Hummel said this morning that he now believes that the fire last January, which destroyed his first building, was also of incendiary origin, but at the time he thought it was due to railroaders, who used the rear part of the building. "That fire was somewhat suspicious," declared Mr. Hummel, "and now that the attempt was made yesterday i firmly believe that somebody is trying to burn me out.

i I have no clear idea as to who would commit such an outrage, nor have any of my friends. I have no personal enemies who would go to such extent. In fact, 1 might state while there are some people who don't like me, yet I know of nobody who hates me." WILL NOTIFY BRYAN Neighbors Just Can't Walt, to Tell Him the. News By Associated Press. Lincoln, July 9.

A demonstration has been planned to follow the nomination of William J. Bryan, and Lincoln enthusiasts to day anxiously awaited the roll call in the Denver convention. The nomination was to be announced by tooting whistles afid ringing bells. After the noise has subsided the plans include an advance on Fairview, where Mr. Bryan's neighbors will notify him of the nomination.

Fanograph Convention Bulletins (By Bell Telephone from the Dearer Auditorium.) 11.34 (1.34 Harrisburg time) Chairman Bell calls for order. 11.36 Chairman is still rapping vigorously for order, but so far without success. Dahlman, of Nebraska, is standing beside him waving a palm leaf fan. The weather is "oppressive. 11.43 Chairman obtains order and introduces Rabbi Samuel Katz, who offers the invocation.

11.50 Rabbi Katz concludes his beautiful prayer amid absolute quiet. 11.55 Chair recognizes Mr. McQulston, of Pennsylvania, for the purpose of making motion that the eight delegates of Pennsylvania who were unseated last night and unable to obtain admittance to the hall should be given such admittance. 11.56 Senator McCreary, cf Kentucky, presented the report of the committee on permanent organization. The report nominates Harry D.

Clayton, of Alabama, as permanent chairman, and the other temporary officers retain their seats in the permanent organization. 11.51 Chair announces a meeting of the National Committee at 5.30 to day. 12.01 Chairman Bell expresses his sincere thanks to convention and the National Convention on behalf of himself and the people of the Pacific coast for his eppointment as temporary chairman. 12.02 Chairman Bell is given an ovation as he prepares to yield the gavel. 12.05 Chair appoints a committee of three, McCleary, of Kentucky; Dickson, of New York, and Riker, of California, for the purpose of escorting the permanent chairman to the platform.

12.06 Chairman Bell presents Hon H. A. Clayton, of Alabama, as permanent chairman. Mr. Clayton is wildly greeted and prepares to give his address.

12.07 Chairman Clayton is presented with a. huge bouquet of American beauties by Fall River girls. Mr. Clayton thanks them and kisses each. 12.08 Mr.

Clayton's first statement is that this is a Democratic year. Great cheering. 12.17 Chairman Clayton in the course of his speech says that President Roosevelt has identified himself with Mr. Taft, and Mr. Taft has identified himself with President Roosevelt.

To praise one is to praise the other, and to criticise one. is to criticise the other. 12.19 The opening remarks of Mr. Clayton were directed to a severe criticism of President Roosevelt, the Republican party and the Administration. 12.23 Chairman says that Roosevelt's great popularity is due to his advocacy of Democratic principles and policies.

12.29 Mr. Clayton severely condemns the action the Republicans in the treatment given to the Da Follette platform at Chicago. 12.35 During Mr. Clayton's speech he frequently refers to the official mlnis tratlons of President Roosevelt. 12.35 Mr.

Clayton blames the Administration for the panic of last fall. 12.37 Mr. Clayton's eloquent reference to Grover Cleveland is loudly applauded. 12.39 Mr. Clayton is now discussing the tariff question.

He claims that the Republicans have no intention of revising the tariff. 12.43 Mr. Clayton says that the putting of tea dust and tea sweepings on the free list is the sum total of the Republican tariff reduction. 12.46 Mr. Clayton criticises President Roosevelt for not more vigorously prosecuting violators of the anti trust laws.

12.49 Mr. Clayton claims that the Aldrlch currency bill decreased instead of increased security of bank deposits. 12.51 C. A. Towne, of New York, has just ascended the platform and has been seated at the chairman's table.

12.5 4 Mr. Clayton condemns President Roosevelt for his failing to Prosecute Paul Moyton for violation of the anti rebate law. 12.55 Georgia will present the name of Clark Howell for Vice President. 1.06 Chairman Clayton closes his address and Is loudly applauded. 1.08 A band and the Jefferson Club of St.

Louis are now parading around the hall, bearing banners of David R. Francis for Vice President. Great confusion reigns. 1.11 There are many cries of "Hurrah for Francis!" from the delegates and the galleries. The convention is again quieting down.

1.13 Judge Kern, of Indiana moves that the chair appoint a committee of three to wait on the committee on resolutions and ascertain when that committee Is ready to report. The motion is carried and the following was appointed: Kern, of Indiana; Mace, of Alabama, and Mack, of New York. 1.14 To fill the intermission the chair invites Ray Robins, of Chicago, to address the convention. Mr. Robins is introduced and is enthusiastically greeted.

1.26 Mr'. Robblns concludes his address "and is enthusiastically applauded. INJURED BY FALL Miss McGranaghan, 1C14 Penn street, was bruised about the head and body by a fall from a Paxtang car last evening. Miss McGranaghan got off the car backward before it stopped. 1 BAKER No.

AfJ W. HARRY TO S' Popular assistant Chief Clerk of the State Senate, who is the head of the Harrisburg Athletic Club and an enthusiast for baseball and other legitimate athletics. Spectacular Fire at Coney Island HOTELS BURNED; QUARTER MIL LIOX LOSS. Luna Park, Dreamland And Steeple chase Park Have Xarrow Escapes, By Associated Press. New York, July 9.

Fire which caused a loss of a quarter of a million dollars at Coney Island early today destroyed two large hotels and for a time threatened the destruction of Luna Park, Dreamland and Steeplechase Park. Fire Chief Lally, of made a flying trip from his headquarters in an automobile, covering nearly ten miles in twelve minutes. He arrived as the flames leaped over to the tower of the Culver line station of the Brooklyn Rapid Transit System and ordered into service the new high pressure system, using salt water mains. The system worked perfectly and greatly aided in checking the flames that were fanned by a strong east wind. Twenty five thousand persons watched the fire rapdily devour the frame structures and saw many guests in scanty attire leap from hotel windows.

Mrs. Lilly Hennigs was overcome by smoke in Vanderver's Hotel and was rescued with difficulty by a policeman. The fire started in Pabst's Loop Hotel, which was destroyed. Mrs. Frank Clayton, wife of the proprietor, left diamonds valued at several thousands of dollars In her apartment as she rushed from the burning building and men were later employed to search the ruins for the lost gems.

There were about 100 guests and employes in the Pabst, all of whom escaped in safety, while forty guests at Vanderver's were warned in time to get out with the exception of Mrs. Hennigs, whom the police rescued. Rabid Bryanites Lower Taft Banner CUT IT FROM ITS OVER LINCOLN STREET. Bryan Says He's Sorry) Such Acts Won't Help Democracy. By Associated Press.

Lincoln, July 9. The Taft Banner stretcnea across street, near Twelfth, and which has excited the wrath of many Bryan supporters here, was cut down at midnight last night. The news of the occurrence caused no particular surprise, as threats of such action had been freely made. The occurrence was not accompanied by an demonstration, as few people were on the street. The work is believed to have been that of a single person, or at most two, operating from opposite sides of the street.

Mr. Bryan, when told of the destruction of the Republican banner, said: "I am very sorry to learn of it. It was inexcusable. If the man who did It thought he was helping me or the Democratic party he was woefully mistaken." The night session at Denver was followed throughout by Mr. Bryan who, however, remained In his office.

Although he had no comment to make he appeared pleased at. the progress his fellow Democrats were making. Rich Man's Young Son is neak Thief Caught Red handed Afte.r Robbing Scores of Hotels STOLE TO APPEAR WELL WITH GIRL Had In His Possession Cracksman's Complete Kit; Aged 20 Years By Associated Press. New York, July 9. A youth of 20 who described himself as Nathan Levine, a student of languages and the son of a retired manufacturer, and who told the police he had robbed nearly every first class hotel in this city during the past few weeks, was captured in a room on the fourteenth floor of the Hotel Belmont today after he had bound a woman in bed and was about to loot the apartment.

When the prisoner was searched the police found one of the most complete outfits for use in sneak thievery that ever came into their possession. It consisted of two revolvers, a box of red pepper, a dagger, two electric lanterns and a number of vials containing sleep producing potions. The police say the youth made no attempt to conceal his guilt and told them frankly of a dozen other robberies in which he had been involved. He intimated that it was to raise funds to enable him to keep up appearances before a certain young woman that caused him to turn to a career of crime. He refused to divulge the girl's name, however, and begged the police not to question him about her.

"It will break her heart if she learns of my disgrace," said he. Levine went to the Belmont yesterday afternoon and after registering under another name asked to be assigned to a room near a Are escape. He was strikingly dressed in a cream colored flannel suit, wore much jew elry and appeared to be well supplied with money. Husband To Rescue. Early this morning Mrs.

Mostyn Cookson, who, with her husband, Major Cookson, of the First Royal Suffolk Regiment, occupied the room adjoining that of Levine on the fourr teenth floor, was awakened by a sudden flash of light in her face. A re volver pressed against her forehead kept her silent until her hands had been bound, but as the unwelcome visitor was about to press a gag into her mouth she screamed. Her husband, who had been sleeping in a bed at the other side of the room, and who had not been seen by the robber, sprang on Levine before he could turn around and bore him to the floor. The men were fighting desperately when hotel employes who had been attracted by the commotion came to Cookson's assistance. A moment later the police came.

When Levine was arraigned In court the managers of several hotels appeared and told of recent robberies, in their hotels. Major Cookson also told of his experience with Levine and said the young man had secured jewelry valued at $2,000 in his toom before he was captured. OPERATOITARRESTED Man Who Allowed Wreck is Held for Manslaughter By Associated Press. Sedalia, July 9. Charles Taylor, a Missouri Pacific telegrapher at Lamonte, who was on duty on the night when two Missouri Pacific passenger trains collided head on near Knobnoster last week, was arrested at Dresden yesterday on a charge of manslaughter.

Eight persons were killed and about thirty injured in the collision. Taylor and a despatcher, F. E. Strang, of this were held responsible by the coroner's jury. Strang has not been arrested.

GANS AND NELSON AGAIN Will Meet at Ely, on Sept. 7, for a Finish Fight fly Associated Press. San Francisco, July 9. Battling Nelson and Joe Gans last night signed articles for a finish fight to take place at Ely, on September 7, weight 133 pounds at ringside. The men agree to split the $30,000 purse, Nelson $20,000, Gans $10,000.

LATHROP DISMISSED Veteran Harvard Track Coach Removed; No Reason Given By 'Associated Press. Boston, July 9. James G. Lath rop, for twenty years coach of the Harvard track team, has been dismissed as the Crimson's coach by the Harvard Athletic Committee. No reason is assigned for the change.

WEATHER FORECAST. By Associated Press. WnKUlDgion, July 8. AVenlher fore cant for eastern Pcnnxylrniila: Fair tonight and Friday; light variable winda shifting to eaxt. W77,.