TRUST TRIAL HEHIMEH Evidence In the Proceedings Agains: Cigarette Magnates. “FATHER OF THE COMBINE.’- Mr. Allen Declares That Enormous Ex pense of Advertising Induced Him to Suggest Formation of Amer- ican Tobacco Company. New York, June 19.—-The scene of the trial of the American Tobacco company officials was changed today to part four of general sessions at the northwest corner of the criminal courts building. where the acoustic properties are sup- posed to be superior to those of the room diagonally opposite, in which the hearings were formerly held. The sen- sational story published yesterday con- cerning the alleged assault upon Jacob L. Kahn, one of the witnesses for the prosecution, caused many inquiries to be made of District Attorney Olcott to- day, but as the affair is little credited it is believed that it will pass without notice. Mr. Kahn was in court today as usual. William J. Byron, the seventh juror, whose alleged indiscreet utterances to a reporter concerning the case brought him int?! much notoriety at the begin- ning of the trial, was the first juror to reach the courtroom. He chatted with the court officers, but shunned the re- porters. James B. Duke of the Ameri- can Tobacco company accompanied J0- seph H. Choate. the senior counsel for the defense, to court. After greeting the attorneys pleasantly he aided Jo- siah Browne in‘ the examination of a huge bundle of papers before them. Judge Fitzgerald took his seat short- ly before 10:30 o’clock to dispose of rou- tine business, but it was after 11 before the clerk called the roll of the jurors. When this was done, Theodore E. Allen was recalled to the stand by the pros— ecution. He was questioned by Assist- ant District Attorney Carpenter re— specting the number of all tobacco cig- arettes manufactured in 1888 as com- pared with the number of paper ciga- rettes made at that time. He could not say what the statistics were. Asked again concerning his suit against the defendants at. the time of the formation of the trust for commissions earned, as alleged, in bringing the companies to- gether, he declared that all differences had since been amicably adjusted and that he was now on good terms with all of them. , Heavy Advertising Expenses. Mr. Allen looks like a philanthropist. He has a little lock of white hair over (each ear, a long white goatee, specta- cles and a very florid complexion. He identified the signatures to a number of documents submitted to him by As- sistant District Attorney Carpenter as .those of various officers of the Cigarette trust. Mr. Carpenter asked him questions about matters prior to the formation of the trust, which were vigorously ob- jected to by Mr. Choate and Mr. Ful- ler, but allowed, as showing motive. Mr. Allen told of a conversation that he had with Mr. Duke, in which Mr. Duke complained of the large amount that his firm, Duke, Sons & 00., had to expend for advertising. ”Mr. Duke told me,” said the witness, "that in 1888 he spent $508,000 for ad- vertising." Mr. Allen went on to say that other cigarette manufacturers to Whom he talked had correspondingly large ex- penses and that he urged upon them the advisability of combination. Mr. Duke, he said, said to him that a con- solidation mould be a good thing, as doing away with competition in adver- tising. “What was the purpose of the forma- tion of the American Tobacco com— pany?” asked Mr. Fuller on cross ex— amination. “It was to save the large expenses of individual advertising,” replied Mr. A1- len; “to save expenses on salesmen, to save office expenses—in general, to pro- mote economy in the manufacturing and distribution of the products of the companies combining." Mr. Fuller read a letter and had it put in evidence, written to Mr. [Allen in September, 1889, by Allen & Ginter, declining to enter into ”any combina- tion, trust or syndicate,” and naming a date for a conference between their agent and Mr. Allen. Price of Cigarettes Reduced. Mr.‘ Allen testified, in answer to Mr. Fuller’s question, that the American Tobacco company reduced the price of cigarettes to jobbers 30 cents a. thou- sand immediately after its formation, and, in his knowledge, there had been no increase since. The question as to whether there were not many more jobbers in cigarettes in this city now than there were before the formation of the tiust was objected to and not allowed. Mr. Fuller tried to get Mr. Allen to admit that he had consulted with Mr. Levy of the firm of Einstein & Town- send, counsel for the National Tobacco and Cigarette company,-rivals of the defendants, in regard to his testimony. Mr. Allen said that he had consulta- tions with the district attorney, and that Mr. Levy was present at times. For a Long Tramp on the Water. Pittsburg, June 19.—Robert Cook of Boston is in Pittsburg arranging to perform the remarkable "‘feat of walk- ing from Pittsburg to Cincinnati on water, a distance of 400 miles. Cook is the inventor of a shoe by which he .claims he can walk on water. He claims that with the use of them he can make as good time as a man walk- ing along an asphalt street. Ohio' Furnaces to Resume. Youngstown, 0., June 19.'—Three fur- naces in the Mahoning valley which have been out of' blast for some time will resume man. They are the Struth- ers furnace at Struthers, the Andrews Bros. & Co. furnace and the furnace of the Youngstown Steel company of. this city. The Andrews & Hitchcock furnace at Hubbard resumed operations on Tuesday. American Wheels Gain Abroad. London, June 19.—American bicycles are gaining ground .in England and Germany. As a result of the heavy im- portations an agitation has begun in Germany for a heavy duty on American wheels. ~‘Advertise in THE GAZETTE. making Hawaii 'Schenck became demoralized also and A CASE or SOUR GRAPES, PEREAPS. Opinion of Consul Uchida Regarding Ja- pan’s Attitude on Annexation. New York, June 19.—The sending by President McKinley to the senate of the treaty providing for the annexa- tion of Hawaii has excited much inter— est among the Japanese residents of this city. The Japanese minister at Washington called upon the state de— partment to ask for information about the treaty, but afterward denied that he had entered any formal protest, as reported. ‘ The Japanese consul in this city, S. Uchida, when seen" today at the office of the consulate, 99 .Nassau street, did not feel that it would 'be. becoming for him, in view of his‘offlcial capacity, to talk on the matter. Personally, how- ever, he did not think that his govern- ment would take any action whatever, regarding the annexation of Hawaii to the United States beyond an endeavor to protect the rights of her subjects on the island. Mr. Uchida has been in Hawaii and is familiar with the condi- tions there. “There are over 20,000 Jap- anese in Hawaii,” he said, “nearly all of whom are laborers on the sugar plan- tations owned by Americans.” "Would not they be as well protected if Hawaii were a part of the United States as they are now under an inde- pendent government?" was asked. The consul smiled and replied, “The master seems to be afraid of the serv- ant. “There is one thing," he tontinued; “I have seen it stated that the United States should annex Hawaii because if they didn’t Japan would. Now, if the same proposition for annexation were made to Japan as has been made to the United States, Japan wouldn’t consider it for a moment." ”thy?" , “She couldn’t afford to. We have our hands very full now with another is- land that we have annexed, Formosa, to wit." Secretary Sherman Explains. Washington, June 19.-—In view of the fact that false and misleading state- ments have been sent out from Wash- ington as to Secretary Sherman’s posi- tion on the question of the annexation of Hawaii, the secretary today made a statement. He said that as a rule he was oppos— ed to the United States acquiring out- lying territory, but he regarded the condition of the Hawaiian Islands as exceptional on account of the claim of Japan to these islands. He therefore approved the treaty a possession of the United States, but not entitled to ad- mission as a state. Postmasters Appointed. Washington, June l9.—The fourth class postmastcrs appointed today were: New Jersey—Sergeantville, W. L. Dobbins; Vernon, C. S. Simonson; ’Ware- town, H. W. Letts. Pennsylvania—Avalon, Jacob Colmer; Deemston, I. T. Baker; Franklintown, John Klugh; Girty, David Flickinger; Hyde Park, J. M. Fiscus; New Provi- dence, F. W. Helm; Safe Harbor, A. G. Hudson; Saxton, J. L. Fryburg; Wind- sor, John W. Grim; Yoe, J. S. Clay. New York—Beards Hollow, J. H. Lockwood; Blodgett Mills, E. P. Leech; Hastings, M. C. Benson; Macedon, C. H. Parker; Macomb, F. G. Sterling; Medusa, W. R. Merritt; Preston Hollow, L. C. PaddockpStedman, William Ba- ker; West Constable, A. A. Rhoades. Three Bathers Drowned. Greenville, Tex., June 19.—While bathing in a pool Charles King of the First National bank and Miss Austin of this place and Ida Schenck of Sher- man, Tex., were drowned. Mr. King and Miss Austin, getting beyond their depth, called for help, and Mr. Fred Norsworthy and Miss Schenck went to the rescue, but the others drowned be- fore they could be reached. Miss sank. Assemblyman Van Cott Resigns. Albany, June 19.—Assemb1yman Rich- ard Van Cott of the Fifth New York city district has filed with the secre- tary of state his resignation, to take effect on June 20. Mr. Van Cott is a Republican. No reason is given for the resignation, but it is presumed that he is to accept a position in the United States postal service, as his father, Cornelius Van Cott, is postmaster in New York city. Rear Admiral Retires. Washington, June 19.—Rear Admiral George Brown, the senior officer of the navy, was retired today from active service under the age clause. Admiral Kirkland, commandant of the Mare Is- land yard, becomes the ranking officer on the active list. Commodore Mat- thews advances to the grade of admiral and Captain Kantz to “that of commo- dore. Commodore Phythian retires on July 18.. Mosquito Victim Better. New York, June 19.—Carmine Lepre, the Italian bootblack who went to Bellevue hospital yesterday suffering from insanity from a mosquito bite, showed signs of improvement today. Dr. Robertson says Lepre will surely recover, and it will not be necessary to amputate the afflicted arm. Minister Taylor Complimented. Madrid, June 10.-—-The official Epoca, CAPITAL ' ' ' ' ' $100M! referring to the retirement of Mr. Han- GEORGE M.HOLM1:8. President. gssgzfiiloé‘ééhe III/Tit? Sim“: "1mm? E. L. Borne, Vice-President. ., . 2‘ r. ayor as argey . contributed to maintain the good rela— WILLIAMA'CUBHS' ”he, tions between the United States and Spain, and he will leave the best im- 9' ' DIRECTORS: pression here iGnonan ALHOLMES. H-E-DAFN. O'Donnell Defeats Greggains. San Francisco, June 19.—Steve O’Doné nell, the Australian heavyweight, met Alex Greggains of this city before the Olympic club. The Australian knocked his man out in eight rounds. During the first three rounds Greggains was on the offensive, but weakened afterward. No Pardon For McKane. Albany, June 19.——Judge Joyce, L-‘Gov- ernor Black's pardon clerk, is not aware of any new developments which would lead to the immediate pardon of John Y. McKane, the former Gravesend boss. McKane's term in Sing Sing prison will expire in April next. Fear Cyclone'ln Columbus. Columbus, 0., June 19.—Cyclonic con- ditions exist here. There are indications of severe storm. The newspapers have bulletined this information, received from the local Weather bureau. THE EVENING. GAZETTE COLUMBIA‘ SURETY SPOKES. Y All spokes may break—the spokes that break the least are the spokes you want; the Columbia bicycle direct spokes can’t easily break—they are almost spokes of certainty—over 100,000 mileage without a. broken spoke. catalogue free if you call.” F. S. AMBLER CYCLE 60., 29 Wall Street- 00 van KHOW That you can sax e money by buying youl Meats and Fish at ‘ Fl w. SHITHZS’ 55 Main SIr oe Everything First Class. OPEN EVENINCS anu MOWERS! PHILADELPHIA and FAVORITE, liar- den Tools, Rubber Hose, Wire Glolh, Window Screens, Screen lloors, Oil Stoves, Mixed Paints. Lubricating Oil for Lawn Mowers and Mow- ing Machines, 500 oer oral. H. H. WILLIAMS. Schullze’s Market. 5 RAILROAD PLACE AIID X X x >< WASHINGTON ST. BRIDGE x xx Here Are a Few of Our Bargains for This week: Shoulder Steak, 80 Round Steak,'. 12c Lamb Chops, .100 Stew Lamb. ' 5c 4c Plate Rib, Fresh or Corned,l rntsn FISH or ALL limos. Blue: Fish and Weak Fish are es pecially nice just now, and prices are way down. Paul Schultze, Jr Falrlield couI‘IIy- Haiional Rank‘ 44: Wall St., Norwalk,’_€onn. INCORPORATED. 1824. Capital, 200,000 EDWIN 0. K151211111, President. . DAVID B. MILLER. Vice-President, L. C. GREEN. Cashier. EDWIN O. KELLER, Mossss H. GLOVEB, DAVID B. MILLER, A. J. MEEKEB. F. Sr. J 0111: Locxwoom THEODORE E. $111111. IRA COLE, CHAS. F.2TBIS'IBAM. Accounts of Manufacturers. Merchants, and Individuals solicited. Safe Deposit Boxes fee Io DIpOI-iiors. 111711111 NATIONAL BANK $6 WALL ST., NORWALK, CORPORATED SEPT. l. 1876. P. L. CUNNINGHAK. J T.Pnow1'r1 E. L. Borax, J . Cousms. J n. Illscounl Ilay. Salunlav. Mrs. MEAD-’3...— At'Hillside -:- NOW OPEN: , ALL APPLICATIONS. For admission shes- * g promise in museum "I! ./ S. H. Honnrs. " THE SILK. AIIII WIBOSTON STORE! NORWALK. CONN. bargains. Here are some of them: ..5- SHIRT WAIST AID SIIIT II P II R I III E. G“ $75.00 Bicycle given away Saturday night, 0' one 19th, 1897. Save your duplicate checks. uuuuu u ITIIKSAII. The weather has been againsI us, our slacks are large aI. this dale. PROFITS BEAR LITTLE WEIGHT. We musI gel our sIocks down, and the way Io do il,' 15 Io give ' DOMESTIC GOODS. I Case of Summer domet flannel, 6c is the price, this sale price, 3. 1 Bale heavy unbleached muslin, 6c is the price, this sale price, 4. , 1 Case 4=4 full bleached muslin, 7c is the price, this sale price, 5. WASH GOODS. 390 All Linen Batiste with Colored stripes, 19. 251: Organdies, 12 1=2 25c Lappet Lawns, 12 1=2 7c Colored “ 4 T 191; White and Blk. India Linens, 10 A great stock White Dotted Swiss. SUIT ROOM. Jackets at Half Price. Capes at Half Price. Crash Skirts, $1.25. Duck Skirts, 98c. P’k. Skirts, $1.49. Covert Bicycle Skirt, $1.49. Linen “ “ $1.75. Linen Crash Suits, $3.75 to 5.75. Shirt Waists, 50, 75, 98, $1.25, $1.25 $.149 and $1.98. Ladies’ Suits, $5.75, $6.50, $9.98, $1 1,= 98, $14.98.: . Separate Skirts, $1.25 $2.50, $2.75 to $10. I UNDERWEAR DEPARTMENT. Ladies’ Undervests, 12, 25, and 50c. Gents’ Undershirts, 25 and 501:. Men’s N eglige Shirts, 50c. Meus’ Colored Percale Shirts, 75 1.00 and $1.50. Boys’ Boys’ Boys’ Boys’ Wash Pants, 100 Dozen Ladies’ latest colors, 251:. Ladies’ Wash Ties, 10c. 5Men’s Madras Shirts, 69. DRESS GOODS. Silk Stripe Chaille, 190. 54 in. Blk. Sicilian, 50c. 54 in. all Checks, 751:. 36 in. Wool Mixture, 25c. Shirt waists, 25 and 50c. Blouses, 25 and 501:. Knee Pants, 50 and 690. 25 and 501:. Neckties, all the _..._,_.. -.. RV: w. .L . 36 in. Mixed Suitings, 12 1:20. SILKS. 27 in. Blk. Duchesse, 980, this worth $1.50. 24 in. Blk. Rhadame, 750. Summer Silk, 25, 33, 39 and 50. Large figure India Si] 1} in black, 69c. IOO styles for silk shirt waists. THE WHEEL! SAVE YOUR DUPLICATE CHECKS AND WIN INSURE YOUR PLATE _ GLASS IN THE Mutual Plate Glass Insurance company . OF CONNECTICUT-,1 made at Hillside. ROOM ,1. Gazer-re comm-111131 At HALF THE RATE charged by other stock- companies W. Hi BYINGTQN, HORWALK i)
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