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-4-v ' i J - ' . "4 - ...... . . u. -' - . . . . . - , i. - . - v , FORECAST:. Rain; Colder. VOL. YE NO. 266 ASHEVILLE, N. c; WEDNESDAY kpRNIN&, DECEMBER 17, 1902. ftvb csarcs Pizrt oopx; OUR DOLLAB3 A it j . Opera Glasses ; r CABINET AND CONGRESS DISCUSS THE VENEZU ELI A N WAR SITUATION are alwajs especially accepta ble as grifta at Christmas be cause in the midst of the opera season. We have them from $1.50 to $20. the Conduct of the Allies Brought Up in Execu tive Session of the Senate. Some are with (black trimmings, covered with leather, while some are of pearl. DEWEY'S FLEET WILL CRUISE NEAR L'GUAYRA McKee The... Optician 54- Patton Avenue Neither England Nor Germany Has Yet Arrived at Any De cision as to Arbitration. Leather Goods AT COST We are selling our entire line of leather goods at cost. Pock et Bcoks, Card Cases, Purses, Cigar Cases. Now is the time to make your Christmas selec tions. Pfafflin's Drug Store, Patton Ave. and Church St. Take the item, of pocket knives just (because we sell some beauties at $2.00 and $2.60 is no reason why we havn't the , Uplift Best Quarter Knifein Town On the other hand you'll find that our quarter knife knife for knife is the best you ever saw for that money, and for Christmas grifts for the boys they are just the thing. Asheville Hardware Go. On the Square Phone 87 Asheville Washington, Dec. 16. A lengthy discussion of the Venezuelan situation by the president and cabinet today resulted in a decision that up to the present nothing had (been done by the allies requiring representations to them or other action on the part of the gov ernment. It was agreed to remain neutral andn endeavor to bring about an adjustment of the Venezuelan trouble by arbitration. If, however, the administration feels called upon to act it will do so in an emphatic and positive mfanner that will leave no doubt of its intentions. This position may possibly be made clearer by the statement that the pres ident believes that in the Venezuelan affair this government should observe the rule, which he learned while liv ing in the west, that a man should never draw a pistol except when he intends to shoot. It is part of the administration's policy, also, that there shall be no premature outburst of oratory on the' subject of Venezuela in congress. On ly in the event of dangei that the Monroe doctrine may be violated or interference with American commerce, before war is declared, is the govern ment likly to take action that may have serious consequences. The government does not intend to be caught napping. It was learned today that it intends to order the strongest division of Dewey's fleet to Trinidad and another 'consignment of the fleet to the Dutch island of Cura coa, for Christmas recreation. Both places are near LaGuayra. The gov ernment intends to adhere to the de cision not to recognize the peace block ade. A strong feeling exists among officials that the German government, despite its professions to the contrary, is not friendly disposed to the Monroe doctrine and may seize the present oc casion to attempt its violation with a full realization of the consequences. IV 41 declared the pending proposition! looking to that solution was all that restrained him from publicly denounc ing what he considered a great out rage. Stewart denounced the allies, while Cullom, seeking to head off un wise agitation, declared the full report had been called for and should be laid before the senate. Teller denounced in vigorous terms the sinking of Venezue lan ships, firing on forts and estab lishment of blockade. He declared them acts of war. He added, "We do not want war in Venezuela and we cannot and will not allow that country to be reduced to a state of depend ence: and under the Monroe doctrine we must say that sucr an extremity must not be resorted to. In my opinion (both those powers should have it .brought home to them that they must arbitrate." became necessary, and that Mr. Hay cpmpuea witn the request. IfO DECISION ON ARBITRATION. .Xondon, Dec. 16. At the foreign of fice this evening it was said -hat no decision had yet been arrived at n regard to the Venezuelan arbitration. That many difficulties have arisen in tnq way of arriving at a basis of what can be arbitrated m.nrl iwhnt nan k otherwise settled. The outlook for a pacific settlement of the dispute ia not particularly toright. London, Dec. 16. Replying: to a question in the house of commons to day, Under Foreign Secretary Oran- borne said no attempt had been made by Great Britain to refer the dispute witn Venezuela to arbitration. THE SINKING OP THE SHIPS. Caracas, Venezuela, Dec. 16. The governor of Margarita island reports that British and German warships are off that island. Minister Bowen, yesterday politely refused to have monster patriotic Da rade pass before the United States le gation. Everyone here ropes that the arbitration proposed by Venezuela through Minister Bowen and Washington- will be granted. IF ARGENTINA AND CHILI SHOULD JOIN POLLIAI GUILTY IS VERDICT OF THE iW New York, Dec. l.The New .-York fury Went Out at 6 O'clock W T-r i i I neram says: snould Argentina and Returned in Two Hours and Ten Minutes. SCENE IN COURT TRAGIC AND PITIFUL unm be drawn into a defensive alli- ance with Venezuela, their navlpa tnough not formidable, as judged by European standards, could introduce into the situation a not inconsiderable factor of available sea power. In strength the navies of Argentina aim vjnin, rougniy speaKlng, are about equal. Argentina has four good modern fighting ships in her armored cruiser Verdict Was a General and Com Leghorn, in 1897, has a displacement of 7,182 tons, triple expansion engines, twin screws and a speed record under forced draught of 20.2 knots. fcne carries in her main battery two Elswick 10-inch guns and 14 six-inch quick fire guns. In her second bat tery are two Vickers-Maxims three- inch guns, 10 six-pounders and eight Maxims. She has four torpedo tubes, all above water line. The General Pveyrredon, also built in 1897, the Garibaldi, built in 1895. plete Surprise in Char lotteSentence Today. When the combined fleets seized the land tne ban Martin, built in 18, mP7iPinn shi. at T o though not identical, are all vessels of the same general type. THE HOUSE WANTS INFORMATION. Wkshington, Dec. 16. representa tive McCalla of Massachusetts today introduced in the house a resolution directing the secretary of state to in form the house concerning any work ing agreement between the govern ments of Great Britain and Germany and the diplomatic offices of the United States or any assurances by these governments to the diplomatic of ficers of the United States as to the nature, extent or purpose of joint dem onstration of these governments against Venezuela and particularly with reference to the objection of the territory of Venezuela. The resolu tion asks that correspondence regard ing this subject be transmitted to the house. CABINET MEETING. Washington, Dec. 16. President Roosevelt and his cabinet, had one of the most extended .jid important meetings today that has been held this fall. Foreign, affairs practically con sumed the entire time of the session, i The Venezuelan situation was dis-1 cussed in all its phases, but no con- j elusion was reached different from i that which has actuated the president 1 nad neara tour cannon snots and saw and his advisers throughout the con-1 the two steamers had disappeared and sideration of the troubles. From an ' understood they had been sunk by the authoritative source the information is Vineta and Retribution. At the end of obtained that there will be no reces-ran hour the Retribution returned to Venezuelan ships at La Guayra. the German commander delivered to the Venezuelan captains the following doc ument: "By order of my sovereign, and at the command of the commodore of the German squadron in West Indian wa tere.I.the commander of the Panther, request yo'u to lower your ship's flag Immediately and leave your ship with your crew within ten minutes. This is not a measure of war on the part of Germany, but only with the object of making a provisional seizure of your ship in order oblige the Venezuelan government to recognize our Just de mands. In case you disobey and wish to defend your ship, I shall be obliged to prevent you from so doing by the discharge of arms. (Signed) "ECKERMAN, Commander." "December 1." Further details of the sinking of the Venezuelan ships have been obtained from an entry made in the book of the signal men of the fortress of La Guay ra. It is as follows: vTuesday, Dec. &, 1902, l:30vnight. "The adjutant called me to see if I knew that the steamer Retribution, of the English navy, was towing the steamers Crespo and Totuna of the na tional navy, three or four miles north. Special to the Gazette. Charlotte, Dec. 16. Lawrence Pul liam was found guilty by the Federal court jury tonight, as charged in the bill of indictment. He will b sen tenced tomorrow. Each has a length of 328 feet and is By Bfll Telephone to the Gazette. 59 feet beam, and each carries a complement of from 500 to 540 men. There are slight variations in their armament, and the San Martin car ries four eight-inch guns In her main battery instead of two 10-inch rifles, carried by the other three ships. ARGENTINA'S COAST DEFENCE VESSELS. The Almirante Brown is a coast de fence battleship of 4,267 tons, with a complement of 380 men. Her eea speed does not exceed 11 knots. She carries 10 quick-fire Canet guns of six Inch calibre, 12 smaller guns and two torpedo tubes. The Libertad and Independence, al so coast defence battleships, though The m tre room swnewnai smaiier, are tnree Knots Charlotte, Dec. 16 The jury in the Pulliam case took the case at 6 p. m. At 10 o'clock they came into court and the foreman announced that they had reached a verdict' of guilty. At the re quest of Judge Charles A. Moore, of counsel for the defense, the jury waa polled. As the names of the twelve were called each man solemnly an swered "guilty." Both District Attorney Holton an? Judge "Moore asked Judge Boyd not to sentence the prisoner until tomorrow morning. Judge Moore says that in any event he will appeal to the cir cuit court of appeate at Richmond. was a pitiful and tragic one, although there was no sort of a demonstration. Only a few were In attendance. The crowd in ended Mrs. Pulliam, the wife of the defendant, and his daughter, Miss Pul liam. Both the ladles and the defend ant himself herd the verdict with haft intgftfiWd 24 knots storaal jcalmna Buti-the atmosphere of the court room was surcharged with sorrow. The verdict causes a general . Continued on fifth page.) Christmas IS COMING. "THE WAR" DISCUSSED IN SENATE. Washington, Dec. 16. The Vene zuelan question was introduced in the senate during the ejxecutde session this afternoon. In some criticisms of the conduct of the allies the view was expressed if arbitration was not ac cepted this government should not ba Charbydis have slow in protesting against the poli cy now being pursued toward Venezue la. Teller declared that the allies are guilty of acts of war and the Monroe doctrine ought to be involked to pre vent a repetion of the conduct. Hoar concurred with Teller and pointed out the danger that might come from the formation of such alliances as that of allies. Bacon favored arbitration and sion on the part of this government with respect to questions involving Venezuela or any other of the govern ments of South or Central America as laid down by the president in his 'mes sage to congress. Every detail of the development in the Venezuelan sec tion is being scrutinized with the ut most care. Be sure and look at our line of Sweaters, Smoking Jackets, Hats, Gloves, Neckwear, Shirts, Suspenders, Handkerchiefs, &c. Suitable for Presents for Men and Boys. Whitlock's 41 Patton Avenue. NEW DOLLS AND NEW PRICES . ON THEM AT UAW's 35 Patton Avenue, Willemstad, Dec. 16. The German cruiser Vineta and the British cruiser arrived here from Venezuela. They are coaling. Tell ing of the bombardment of Puerto Ca bello, some officers state that each of the vessels threw 600 shells. Some of the cannon taken from Puerto Cabello were brought here. The German cruiser Falke sent iarmed boats into the lagoon at 'Mar caibo and captured the Venezuelan gunboat Miranda. FURTHER COERCION. London, Dec. 16. Replying question in the house of lords Lord Lansdowne, the foreign tary, said that if the seizure the harbor alone. (Signed) "Signal Command of the Fort." The fact that the Retribution return ed to La Guayra alone two hours after leaving with the captured vessels was confirmed by the English residents of La Guayra, consequently she did not have time to conduct the Venezuelan ships to Curacoa or Trinidad. are faster. They are armed with Krupp and Elswick guns. In the protected cruiser class Argen tina's best ship is the Buenos Ayres, 424 feet length over all, 471-6 feet beam and 4,500 ton a. She has twin screws and under forced draught an hour speed. She is steel protected, carries six guns of eight or six-inch calibre and 32 smaller guns, with five torpedo tubes. The Nuevo de Julis and the Vinte cinco de Maio, though somewhat smaller, are serviceable cruisers of the same type, with speed records un der forced draught of about 22 knots. The Buenos Ayres has a complement of 400 men and the other cruisers of about 300 each. f Argentina also has seven gunboats 1 (Continued on page seven.) to a today, the dust Received a car load of Flower Pots, and owing to delay in shipment from factory will ell at greatly reduced prices. If in terested call at once as they are bound go. The IXL Department Store, 22 Patton avenue. Phone 107, For Sale Or Exchange. A beautiful modern country home n"r Bingham echool. uottM 9 rooms, J0 acres of land In hih state Of COlti v&tion. will sell or exchange for. city property. We ore offering splendia lue in two business properties on Patton avenue and Main street These re dl choice value j v Nait Atkinson fit Son Co., Real Estate TH&em, ' i ' Warm Weather is a long ways off. You have several months of winter before you. If you would be com fortable buy a Wilson Heater Thev are economical TXT "11 fuel users, we win put in a Hot Air Furnace that will burn either soft coal or coke. .Call and get prices. W, A. Boyce U South Court Sa Venezuelan gunboats did not produce the desired effect, further coercive measures would be employd. The I matter had been considered in con sultation with Germany, and it had been decided to resort to a blockade of the ports. It was not mtenaea io land a British force and still less to occupy Venezuelan territory. PROTECTION FOR ITALIANS. Rome, Dec. 16. It is- said here that Sgr. Mayor des Planches, the Italian ambassador at "Washington, has asked Secretary Hay to request Minister Bowen to assume the protection of the Italians in Venezuela, if such a step THE TRtATY WITH CUBA CONSIDERED BY CABINET Washington, Dec. 18. The treaty with Cuba, which was negotiated in Havana by General Bliss and which arrived in Washington in General Bliss' hands today, wae presented to the cabinet and considered in detail. It is ready for presentation to congress and probably will be transmitted to the senate within twenty-four hours. It is regarded as highly important that it should be ratified promptly, as the present Venezuelan situation em phasizes the necessity for coaling sta tions in Cuba. While definate action upon the treaty by the senate, or by congress if the necessity arises to pre sent' it also to the house of repre sentatives is scarcely to be expected before the holiday recess, the adminis tration is hopeful of prompt consider ation of it after congress reconvenes. People of Taste and Refinement NOTICE SPECIAL ATTENTION TO LADIES Calling in my store purchasing hol iday presents for your husband, broth er or friend. Courteous treatment to all . Bloomberg Leading Cigar and Sport ing Goods Storer Patton ave. Tenny's Peanut Brittle at Lee's. tf Biltmore Firewood. Phone 700. Case Full Of Dolls. 85 of Them. The handsomest dolls ever shown in Asheville m HESTON'S . . Notice is hereby given that an appli cation will be made to the General As sembly of North Carolina at its next session to amend the charter of the town of Biltmore, in Buncombe coun ty. D. C. CHAMP LAIN, tf . . Mayor. Block's candies, Lee's. best on earth, at tf Biltmore Firewood. Phone 700. tt Phone 183. 86 S. Main. Choice Lots On Charlotte Street For Sale. Opposite the Manor and Albemarle Park property. The owner has here tofore refused to sell these desirable lots, but we can now name a very reasonable price, either .as a whole or divided into four lots. Total frontage' 252 feet; depth 194 feet. Wilktie Sc baBarbe SOLE AGENTS. No. 23 Patton avenue. Phone 651. Are daily buying articles from our immense stock of Cut Glass, gold and Silver For gift service. They know that our reputation stands as a guar antee of quality and worth behind every article we sell..... Your inspection is solicited ARTHUR M. FIELD Cpmpany, Leading Jewelers, Cor. Church St. and Patton Ave If you want a genuine BARGAIN Call at our office and let ua show you a 7 room cottage, not far from the center of town or on street car line which we can sell you for $1,100.00. H, P. Grant Sc Son, REAL ESTATE AGENTS, 48 Patton avenue. The Tailor Phone 34-7; Come and inspect my line of Importedand Domestic Suitings before buying elsewhere. Gen tlemen's Riding 'Breeches and Livery a Specialty. FIREWORKS To Burn. as also the U ! II HIGHEST GRADE CIGARS Come early and get your Christmas supply. MlCKEbSOPTS ON THE SQUARE. For Sale or Rent Large boarding house unfur nished, "The Brexton," No. 11 Starnes avenue, $50.00 per month; recently painted; good condition. For Sale: Beautiful Suburban house, with 60 acres of land water and sewerage. j Aston, Kawls & Go X 18 South Main street. . 4 9 p Celluloid Soap Boxes in assorted colors, 50c each, also large well made metal soap boxes at 2Stf each. Grant's No. 24 cures Colds an! Grippe, quickly controls chill, fever and pain, 25c.. Grant's Pharmacy Agency for Wood's Seeds. J 4, Mi -1 J'-: '.' . r '! , " Tl' i 1 .-il -t - in: i K if r jf- SL -"1
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