| St. Augustine Record 1910 Extracts Page 3 |
| Pacetti Christening Eloise Dyonisia, the baby daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph T. Pacetti, was christened at the Cathedral yesterday. Father Calvreul officiated. Andreu Christening Marjorie Theresa, the baby daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Andreu, was christened by Father Clavreul at the Cathedral yesterday. Bans Published Bans for the marriage of Mr. Dougherty J. Bridier and Miss Grace Doris Rich of Kingston, Fla., were published for the first time yesterday morning at the Cathedral. Mr. Bridier is a well-known young man of this city and the bride-to-be is a popular young lady of Kingston. Baptism at Trinity Church A baptismal service was held in Trinity Episcopal Church following the regular morning service yesterday at which the rector, Rev. L. Fitz-James Hindry, officiated at the baptism of Samuel Dawson Puller, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. James Duncan Puller. The sponsors were Messrs. Hugh G. Whitehead and Reginald White and Mrs. Irene B. Whitehead. Personal Mention Mr. Arthur Burnett, of Jacksonville, spent yesterday in the city with his family who are visiting at the home of Mrs. Burnett's parents, Dr. and Mrs. Alexander. July 12, 1910 Making Quarterly Audit Mr. C. S. Schuyler, of the Hutchinson Audit Company of Jacksonville, is making the quarterly audit of the city's books. He is working upon the records in the city clerk's office today. Fined for Bad Talk Willie Martin, a negro woman, was assessed $2 and costs with the option of serving five days in jail by Judge Pinkham in city court this morning. She was charged with using indecent and obscene language. A valuable dog belonging to Mr. John T. Dismukes was poisoned yesterday and died today. This makes the sixth that has been killed in this manner recently. Several of the dogs were very valuable, and an effort is being made to run down the parties guilty of the crimes. More building Operations. Hotels Being Remodelled and Additions Erected. Building operations continue increasingly active in St. Augustine and almost daily contracts are let for new improvement work of various kinds. Contractor S. C. Edminster has begun work upon the improving of both the Valencia and the Magnolia hotels and he also has much other important work on hand, the plans for which are now being prepared. The Valencia is being extensively remodelled on the upper floor, new bath rooms being added and other changes made that will add much to the property. The Magnolia is being wired for electric lights throughout and an addition will be built to the north side while additional baths will be installed. Personal Mention. Miss Emma Kettle, of Baltimore, left for Hastings this morning to visit her sister, Mrs. R. C. Harris. Miss Kettle will remain in Florida until late in the fall. Alex Solana, assistant bookkeeper at the Commercial Bank, left this morning on his vacation. He will visit Atlanta, Ga., Sheffield, Ala., and Chattanooga, Tenn., spending a short time with his sister, Mrs. Holloway. July 13, 1910 Negro Preacher Held for Embezzling Lodge Funds Charged with embezzling $157.50 of the funds of St. Augustine Lodge, No. 461, of the Modern Protective Association of which he was secretary, the Rev. J. M. Dease, pastor of the colored Methodist Church on Bridge street, was yesterday bound over to Circuit court by Judge Mackey. Bond was fixed at $300. The case has attracted much attention, especially among the negroes of the city, many of whom were members of the pastor's flock and of the lodge of which he was an official. The warrant was taken out by J. W. Marshall, the state superintendent of the Lodge. Embezzlement is the formal charge. The hearing was held yesterday before Judge Mackey, Col. W. A. MacWilliams conducting the prosecution, and E. Noble Calhoun, Esq., assisted by Dean, a colored lawyer, retained by Dease, conducted the defense. Cutting Affray in Old Market "Weedy" Mickler is Slashed by Brother. Robert Mickler Then Helps Victim From the Scene and Calls for a Physician. Slashing his brother and stabbing him time and again with a pocket knife, Robert Mickler last night perhaps fatally wounded his brother, Weidman Mickler, well known as "Weedy" Mickler, and is now in the county jail, awaiting a hearing upon the charge of assault with intent to murder. If his victim should die a more serious charge would be brought against him. The near-tragedy was one of the most bloody as well as most regrettable that has occurred in the city in many months. The victim was an employee of the city and each of the two brothers is well known as they have spent their entire lives here. According to spectators they were in the old market early yesterday evening when one began to upbraid the other about some matter. This quickly led to words and these to blows and before any one could interfere Robert Mickler drew his knife and plunged it into his brother, stabbing him at least eight times. One stroke of the blade cut across the abdomen, another laid a portion of one lung bare, a third cut the flesh on one arm close to the bone. There were at least eight wounds altogether. The wounded man was taken to the Flagler Hospital and Dr. Estes took charge of the case. The wounds were given attention and he was still alive at noon. It is possible that he will recover although more than one of his wounds could easily prove fatal. He is being given every possible attention. A moment after the cutting Robert Mickler aided his victim from the place and then summoned a physician who ordered him taken to the hospital. Robert Mickler was placed under arrest by Police Officer S. A. McCormick, and was taken to headquarters where the charge of assault with intent to murder was docketed against him. The knife, covered with blood, was in his possession at the time. A little later in the night he was turned over to the State authorities and taken the county jail where he is now held. Colored Couple License Lewis Nair and Henrietta McDuffy, a colored couple from Hastings, were yesterday granted a marriage license. Eli in Once More Eli Smith, colored, and the champion Marathonist so far as being up before Judge Pinkham in city court on the charge of being drunk is concerned, was back again this morning. Judge Pinkham granted him the privilege of paying the city $1 and costs or serving five days in jail. Train Victim Dies LeRoy Turner, the negro who was run over by a freight train at Magnolia yesterday morning, died yesterday afternoon. The remains were taken in charge by Undertaker Ponce and will be shipped south today. He was operated upon yesterday but the shock and the loss of blood were too great and he died about 3 o'clock in the afternoon. July 15, 1910 Wilful Murder is Verdict Rendered Joe Apeler Shot Henry Trottman Was Unprovoked Corner's Jury Holds Apeler Responsible for the Death of Colored Man Henry Trottman, colored was shot and instantly killed last night by Deputy Apeler at Genovar & Baya's saloon on St. George street. The shooting occurred a few minutes after nine o'clock and great excitement followed. White and colored people alike rushed to the scene. Immediately after the shooting Apeler surrendered to police officer, S. A. McCormack. This morning an inquest was held. The following jury was impaneled by Judge Mackey: R. F. Callaway, Alex. Solana, Fred Bond, Harold Hinch, V. D. Capo, Frank Genovar. Mr. Callaway was chosen foreman of the jury. Accompanied by Corner Mackey and Deputy Sheriffs Sabate and White, the jury went to the undertaking establishment on Washington street and viewed the remains. A hole in the right temple just behind the ear showed where the bullet had entered, and the wound was six inches deep. Returning to Coroner Mackey's office the inquest was continued. Mr. W. P. Genovar was the first witness. He stated that shortly after nine o'clock he was preparing to close the wholesale department when Henry Trottman entered from the rear, having been with some friends in the restaurant back of the saloon. Mr. Genovar had closed half of the double door and turned to get his bicycle when Joe Apeler walked in from the front door, presumably with the intention of going into the saloon through the door at the rear. At this time Trottman was inside near the door leaning against the show case. Apeler evidently did not see him as he passed on for eight or ten feet. Then he turned and saw Trottman and addressed him as follows: "I am tired of being annoyed by you." This he repeated several times. Then added: "I am going to end it." He made a motion under his coat where his pistol was strapped on his left side. Mr. Genovar, fearing a tragedy, called "Joe, Joe, don't do anything like that." Apeler replied: "Yes, I am going to end it now," and quick as a flash he drew his revolver and fired one shot. Trottman fell in a heap. He did not even quiver. Mr. Genovar then said to Apeler, "My God! Joe, you ought not to have done that." Apeler replied: "My God! Joe, you ought not to have done that." Apeler replied: "I did it," then placing the pistol in the holster, he walked out of the door. Mr. Genovar followed him. Officer McCormack ran up and Apeler surrendered to him, handing over his pistol. Mr. Genovar stated that the only words he heard Trottman speak was when Apeler first addressed him and he said: "I have done you nothing, Mr. Joe." He was stepping out of the door when Apeler fired the fatal shot. So close was the muzzle of the revolver that Trottman's ear was powder burned. Mr. Sam Waddell next took the stand. He was passing on his bicycle and saw Trottman and Apeler and Mr. Genovar standing about the door. As he was passed the door he heard a pistol shot and saw Trottman fall. He then noticed Apeler holding a smoking pistol in his hand. Previous Trouble. Clarence Benet was the next witness. His evidence threw some light on the cause of the tragedy. He said that yesterday afternoon, about 3:30 o'clock, he was in Bruer's saloon where he is employed, when Joe Apeler entered. Trottman at the time was in the colored saloon at the rear of the white. After a few minutes, Apeler walked through the opening to the colored saloon and went out of the rear door. Mr. Benet asked Trottman if Deputy Apeler was after any one and Trottman said, "No, he could not open the trap door of the counter through which he attempted to pass, and this made him angry." Apeler then returned from the yard and said to Trottman. "You made a remark about me just now:" Trotman said, "No, sir; I didn't." Apeler then began cursing Trottman in a most abusive manner. Trottman said nothing in reply. Apeler then said, I am carrying a scar from you and I can whip you with my fist€� He then took off his coat and laid it on the counter. He took a pistol from his hip pocket and laid it on the coat. He then turned to Trottman and for ten minutes used very abusive and profane language to him, threatening him if he moved to knock him down. Trottman stood trembling and quiet, not answering. Apeler finally tired of abusing Trottman, left the saloon. Apeler Surrendered. Officer McCormack was the next witness on the stand. He said he was on St. George street, some little distance from Genovar's saloon when he heard the shot and ran into the saloon. Apeler came out of the doorway and handed his pistol to the officer, stating that he had shot Henry Trottman. The weapon was a 38-caliber Smith & Wesson special. Officer McCormack took Apeler in custody and escorted him to the county jail where he was locked up. Verdict of Wilful Murder. Very little time was lost by the jury in coming to verdict. Five minutes after the jury retired they returned a verdict charging Apeler with wilful murder. This is the extreme charge. Bail can not be accepted where the prisoner is charged with wilful murder. On every hand today the wanton taking of life was condemned. The white residents of St. Augustine seem to be as incensed as are the colored over the crime. The people of this city will not tolerate the unjustifiable killing of peaceable, law-abiding colored people any more than they would submit to the murder of white people. Trottman was 39 years of age and lived here his entire life. Deputy Apeler will be given a formal hearing in a day or two and will be held without bail to await trial for murder at the next term of circuit court. Personal Mention. Mrs. Burnett an child returned to their home in Jacksonville last night after a pleasant visit here with her parents, Dr. and Mrs. L. S. Alexander. Mrs. James Holloway of Macon, Ga., and her sister, Miss Maude Sanchez, are visiting their sister, Mrs. S. E. Davis, at the latter's home on Sanford street. Mrs. Holloway is visiting Elkton today. July 16, 1910 Colored People Appreciative Adopt Resolutions Commending Action. Coroner's Jury and Record Praised for Attitude in the Henry Trottman Case. The following resolution was adopted last night by a mass meeting of colored citizens and explains itself: Whereas, on the night of July 14th Henry Trottman, a peaceable and inoffensive colored citizen, was shot and instantly killed by Deputy Sheriff Joe Apeler, not in the legal discharge of his duty; and Whereas, the commission of said crime is unwarrantable and inexcusable and meets the disapproval of both white and colored citizens of St. Augustine; and Whereas, the corner's jury has thoroughly and impartially investigated the homicide and has found the said Joe Apeler guilty of wilful murder; and Whereas, the said verdict meets the hearty and unconditional approval of both white and colored citizens; and Whereas, The Evening Record of Friday, July 15th, contains the most impartial report of said homicide that has ever been seen in the history of similar cases where a colored citizen is involved; and Whereas, the tenor of said article in clarion tones denounces the unnecessary molestation and murdering of law-abiding colored men, therefore be it Resolved, That we, the colored citizens of St. Augustine, Fla., in mass meeting assembled, do tender to the corner's jury a hearty thanks for its impartial investigation and for its correct finding. Be it Resolved, secondly, That we extend to The Record our thanks for its impartial report of said case and its unconditional declaration for the rights of citizens. Be it further Resolved, That we, the colored citizens of St. Augustine will cooperate with the white citizens of St. Augustine in the maintenance of law and order; that we will strive with all of our might to eliminate from our civics all friction and dissension and concur with the white citizens to establish a lasting basis of peace and order. Assailant of B. Masters Captured In Macon, Ga. Marshal Benet returned this morning bring with him from Macon, Ga., a mulatto man who answers to a dot the description of the miscreant who so brutally attacked Mr. Bernard Masters several weeks ago at a farm a few miles from the city. The prisoner was captured in Macon, Ga., and, although on his vacation, Marshal Benet hastened to Macon and secured the man, bringing him here for identification. Deputy Sheriff Sabate met the train and relieved Marshal Benet of his prisoner, taking the man before his victim, Mr. Masters. The latter identified the man as his assailant, but to make more certain he suggested that the man be taken out to the farm where a woman who saw him there could pass upon his identity. The negro at first stoutly maintained his ignorance of the whole affair and professed to have never visited this section. Later he attempted to throw the blame on another man whom he claims resembles him. Deputy Sheriff Sabat took the man out to the farm, but has not returned so as yet he has not been positively identified by anyone but Mr. Masters. A cook in the employ of Mr. Masters expressed some doubt as to the identity of the prisoner, but others who saw him for a moment are inclined to believe that Marshal Benet has the right man. Mr. Masters, who was left unconscious as the result of the cowardly assault, has been confined to the house since, but today is able to sit on his porch. He is regaining his strength and will soon be in normal condition. Sheriff Perry Recalled by Shooting Affray Sheriff Perry is expected home this evening or tomorrow from Hot Springs, Ark. He was advised by wire of the shooting of Henry Trottman by Joe Apeler and he wired that he would leave on the next train which left Hot Springs yesterday at 1 o'clock. As soon as the sheriff arrives arrangements for the preliminary hearing of former Deputy Apeler will be made. The accused man will be brought before Judge Mackey and State's Attorney Hallowes will come over to represent the State in the premises. The entire public has expressed approval of the manner in which affairs have been conducted and Deputy Sheriff Sabate has been highly complimented on the care he exercised in securing a corner's jury. The jury also has been commended strongly for the verdict rendered. All excitement incident to the tragedy has been allayed and a strong sentiment in favor of better conditions which has been freely expressed will result in much good to the community. Carried Concealed Weapons T. Johnson, colored, was before Judge Cooper this morning, charged with carrying concealed weapons and was fined $10 and costs or 90 days imprisonment. He was arrested for trespass by Deputy Ginty, but this charge was not pressed as Deputy White, on searching the man at the jail, found a murderous looking dirk and a razor on his person. Johnson was asked if he had any weapons on him before he was searched and he replied that he had not. The search, however, resulted in the discovery of the weapon mentioned. City court James Thomas, colored, was before the city court this morning charged with fighting, but was discharged as the case against him was not sustained. Mr. Mickler Improving Reports from Flagler hospital this morning relative to the condition of Mr. Weidman Mickler are to the effect that he is making steady favorable progress. He was seriously wounded a few nights ago by his brother, Robert Mickler, and for a time but faint hopes for his recovery were entertained. His condition has so improved, however, that now his chances are very much better. Personal Mention Mrs. G. E. Pickett, a sister of Mr. R. J. Oliver, returned this morning from a visit of some length to Mandarin. July 18, 1910 Apler Hearing On Wednesday Joe Apeler will be given a preliminary hearing before Judge Mackey on Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock. As all of the testimony in the case has been taken and recorded it will not be necessary to place the witnesses on the stand again if the defendant waives examination, which it is probable he will do. At the inquest the witnesses were examined and are held for appearance at the next term of circuit court. A repetition of the evidence would pander only to the morbid curiosity of some and is unnecessary, so it is possible that it will be dispensed with. Judge Mackey secured all of the essential witnesses for the inquest and their testimony was written down as given and subsequently signed by the witnesses, so nothing can be gained by repeating it. In the event of the defendant waiving examination he will merely make his appearance before the court and be remanded to jail to await the action of the grand jury at the fall term of the circuit court. Colored Woman Murdered at Roy Saturday Night Judge Mackey was summoned to Roy yesterday to investigate the murder of Georgia Wright, a colored woman, by Dan Williams, a man of her own race. At the inquest the testimony was to the effect that Williams shot and killed the woman without cause or provocation. A trivial dispute early in the evening may have promoted the deed but it was difficult for the coroner or jury to accept the same as the cause of the murder. The woman had two $1.00 bills which Williams took from her Saturday afternoon and tore in two. The woman protested against the destruction of her money and Williams gave her two good bills to make good the loss. The woman was pacified and told him to give her the torn bills and she would join them again. Her request was complied with and she returned the good bills to Williams. The matter was then dropped and no further trouble over them was expected. About 11 o'clock Saturday night a number of the negroes of the place were assembled in the vicinity of the cabin where Georgia Wright dwelt and good nature seemed to prevail on every side. The woman started to enter her abode and Williams was leaning against the door post at the time. Just as she entered he drew a pistol and fired tow shots at her, one entering her chest and passing through her body, coming out between her shoulders. The other bullet struck her under the left arm, coming out at the front of the left shoulder. The woman dropped to the floor, gasped once or twice and expired. Williams immediately fled from the scene, the other negroes being too horrified and awed to make any effort to detain him. Corner Mackey and Deputy Guy White secured a jury and held an inquest over the remains. The jury rendered a verdict charging Dan Williams with wilful murder. Williams escaped immediately after the commission of the crime and has a good start of the officers. He may, however, be apprehended at some of the surrounding towns. The crime may have been prompted by jealousy, but the negroes residing in the section where it was committed seemed to know very little of the relations of the couple. Assailant of Mr. Masters Held His Identity, However, Not Settled. Mr. Masters is Positive He is the Man Who Struck Him, But Others Are Doubtful. As yet the identity of John Howard, the mulatto arrested in Macon charged with assaulting Mr. Barnard Masters has not been satisfactorily settled. Mr. Master is satisfied that Howard is the man and he certainly answers the description in every detail. His color, crossed eyes, scar on the forehead, good tooth, in fact everything that was given for a description is found in Howard. Although Mr. Masters and some other parties who saw the mulatto when he was employed by Mr. Masters agree that the prisoner is the man, there are several others who saw him that are doubtful. Howard was found and arrested by detectives in Macon. The prisoner is the son of colored clergyman but bears a bad reputation. He claimed that he was in Macon on the date of the assault, but the officers learned positively that he was in Florida at the time. Howard then stated that he was working in Watertown, Fla., but a telegram to that place brings a denial in answer. The detectives in Macon told Marshal Benet that Howard had served a term in the chain gang and that he was guilty of various violations of the law. He may or may not be the man that assaulted Mr. Masters but he is locked up at the county jail and will be kept there for a time until his innocence or guilt can be clearly established. For Assault and Battery Clarence Pope, colored, was before Judge Cooper this morning charged with assault and battery on a white boy by the name of Reyes. The evidence was to the effect that he struck young Reyes. The court imposed a fine of $5.00 and costs, or in default sentenced him to 30 days' imprisonment. Personal Mention. Sheriff C. J. Perry returned yesterday morning from Hot Springs, Ark., where he had been taking the baths for rheumatism. He reports that he was benefited but would have improved more if he could have remained about ten days longer. July 19, 1910 Was an Accident The shooting at Hurds on Sunday when Henry Williams was painfully wounded by Nick Francis is said to have been the result of an accident and not intentional. The men were examining a pistol which was accidentally discharged, the ball striking Williams in the abdomen. The wounded man is at Dr. Robers sanitarium and is reported making favorable progress. Williams Still at Large Dan Williams, the negro who murdered Georgia Wright at Roy last Saturday night is still at large. He disappeared from the scene immediately after the crime and since has not been seen. Officers throughout the State will be on the watch for him and his arrest is probable at any moment. The negro is armed and may resist arrest, but if he crosses the path of any of the officers he will be gathered in. Hastings Happenings. Mr. A. C. Harris is nicely settled in the new post office, he having received his appointment as postmaster entered upon his duties July 1st. Miss Emma Kettle is with her sister, Mrs. R. C. Harris and will remain through the summer at least. We are pleased to have her with us again. July 20, 1910 Apeler is Held without Bail Charged with the Murder of Henry Trottman. Testimony of Witnesses the Same as Given at the Inquest Held Last Week. Held without bail for the murder of Henry Trottman, Joe Apeler was led back to the county jail this morning following the preliminary hearing before Judge Mackey. All of the witnesses who testified at the inquest were present and repeated the testimony given before the coroner's jury. Judge Mackey on the conclusion of the case held the prisoner without bail to await the action of the grand jury at the fall term of circuit court which opens the second Monday in November. The prisoner waived examination and his side of the case was not heard. He appeared to be quiet and conscious of the gravity of the crime with which he is charged. He had nothing to say and as examination was waived by him he did not take the stand. The witnesses were each held in a bond of $200 to appear at Circuit court and testify in this case. The crime with which the prisoner is charged is still fresh in the minds of all who were present in the city last Thursday evening. He is charged with shooting and instantly killing henry Trottman, colored, without cause or provocation. At the time the tragedy occasioned much excitement. States Attorney Hallowes was not called by Judge Mackey, as his services were not required at the preliminary hearing. Only a small crowd was present. Mr. Mickler's Condition A report was spread this morning that the condition of Mr. Wiedman Mickler had grown alarmingly worse and that blood poisoning had developed, but at Flagler Hospital this report was denied. Mr. Mickler continues to improve and his condition is very satisfactory. Wife Beater Fined Joe Radcliff, a negro, was before Judge Mackey this morning charged with beating his wife. He was fined $5.00 and costs, or in default given forty days at hard labor for the county. Death of Mrs. Watson Mrs. Jacob Watson died rather suddenly last evening at her home in Hastings, her death being caused by acute indigestion, which induced heart trouble. Mrs. Watson is survived by six sons and two daughters. The funeral will be held tomorrow morning at 9 o'clock from the undertaking establishment of J. W. Sanchez & Son. Mr. Leonard Sanchez went to Hastings this morning to embalm the body and bring it here for interment. July 21, 1910 Roy Murderer Surrenders to the Authorities Dan Williams, the negro who murdered a woman of his own race last Saturday night at Roy, in the southern part of the county, surrendered yesterday afternoon and was brought into town this morning by Deputy Guy White. The prisoner claims that he acted in self defense, saying the woman drew a revolver on him as she was entering the cabin and he shot her, believing she intended to kill him. At the inquest none of the witnesses mentioned a pistol in the hands of the woman and none of the testimony gave any reason for the shooting. Sheriff Perry had men on Williams' trail and would have caught him if he had not surrendered. The preliminary hearing has been set for next Wednesday, July 27th. For Larceny Turner Williams, colored, was before Judge Mackey this morning charged with the larceny of a shirt from Steve Plowman. He entered a plea of guilty and was sentenced to thirty days at hard labor for the county. Great Sachem Here Great Sachem J. M. Pounds of Palatka Independent Order of Red Men, took the local tribe by surprise last night, but Algonquin tribe No. 17 never sleeps and after an interesting meeting refreshments were served and an enjoyable time was had by all. Deputy Ginty Resigns Deputy Sheriff Pat Ginty who was appointed some time ago at the request of a number of citizens of New Augustine for that village, has tendered his resignation to Sheriff Perry, as he is moving from New Augustine to North City. The resignation has been accepted and is already effective. Personal Mention. Mrs. A. H. Mickler and children left on the morning train for Washington, D. C., where they will summer with Mrs. Mickler's parents. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Mickler left this morning for Live Oak where they will visit their son, Mr. A. P. Mickler. He is casher of the bank there. Mrs. R. A. Ponce returned yesterday from a two weeks' visit to her old home at Parkersburg, W. Va. July 22, 1910 Bought an Auto Mr. George Snow has purchased an E. M. F. automobile from the St. Augustine Machine Company, George will find this more comfortable for chasing Indians at the next Ponce de Leon celebration. Electric Motor for Bridge Draw Workmen are engaged on the South Beach bridge draw installing an electric motor which will operate the draw in the future. This will be quite an improvement over man power. The St. Augustine Machine Company has the contract for installing the motor and commenced work on it yesterday. Attractive Residence Street Saragossa street is becoming a popular residential section. Several pretentious homes have recently been completed on this thoroughfare and others are in course of erection. Mr. M. A. Trueman is building a neat bungalow, a ten-room dwelling for Mr. F. C. Usina is well advanced and a handsome brick residence for Messrs. E. I. Leighton and H. L. Brown is in course of construction. The homes on this street have the advantage of sewerage and the new buildings will have all modern improvements. The paving of the street from end to end at an early date is hoped for by the residents. July 23, 1910 Personal Mention. Mr. and Mrs. John Crichlow left this morning for Tampa, where they will visit the former's parents and sisters for two weeks. July 26, 1910 Wedding Bells Mr. C. F. Hopkins, Jr., and Miss Hazel Constance Kemp will be united in marriage tomorrow afternoon at Trinity Episcopal Church at 4:30 o'clock. The ceremony will be performed by Rev. L. Fitz-James Hindry, rector of the Church. This will be a brilliant event in society circles here. Bridier - Rich Mr. Dougherty J. Bridier and Miss Grace Doris Rich will be united in the holy bonds of matrimony on Thursday afternoon at the home of the bride in Kingston, Fla. The groom is a well-known and popular young man of this city. Marriage License Issued A marriage license has been issued by Judge Cooper to Mr. Ernest Hudnall, of New Augustine and Miss Jane Miller of Moultrie. Mullet Abundant A large crowd enjoyed Sunday at Original North Beach and many indulged in a dip in the surf. Schools of mullet were noticed by the bathers and a net was secured and a quantity of fish caught. Mullet are plentiful now, big schools being observed daily in the bay. Personal Mention. Miss Rosalie Mickler is enjoying a visit in Jacksonville, the guest of her brother, Mr. Roy Mickler, and wife. Mr. Oliver C. Kemp has arrived from Chicago to be present at the marriage of his daughter, Miss Hazel Constance, to Mr. Chas. F. Hopkins, Jr., tomorrow afternoon. Summer Haven Siftings. Miss May Pomar came down Sunday to visit her sister, Mrs. Geo. Quigley. July 27, 1910 Funeral of Mrs. Baya The funeral of Mrs. Caroline Baya was held yesterday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the home at the corner of Mulberry and Osceola street. Father Porcina officiated. Interment was in San Lorenzo cemetery by J. W. Sanchez & Son. The pallbearers were the Messrs. R. N. Benet, J. C. Libby, J. M. G. Carrera, John Masters, Frank Benet and N. Benet. July 28, 1910 Governor Offers Reward in Foster Murder Mystery Notice has been received in St. Augustine from Tallahassee that Governor Albert W. Gilchrist has offered a reward for the apprehension of the slayers of T. Jefferson Foster, Jr., who was killed in a mysterious manner near his home in the Trout Creek neighborhood on last New Year's day. Sheriff Perry has made every effort to unravel the mystery. It will be remembered that the two Braddock brothers were arrested and charged with the crime and held after a preliminary hearing but later discharged on habeas corpus proceedings brought before Judge Call. The cases against them were based on purely circumstantial evidence. Ever since the crime was committed all clues have similarly led to an elusive end. The murder was one of the most cold-blooded ever committed in the county, the young man being shot from behind by some one in ambush while he was riding through a swamp on his horse shortly after dawn. It is believed that the reward offered by the State together with that offered by the county commissioners will aid in bringing to light some evidence which may enable the officials to fix the crime upon the guilty parties. The proclamation offering the reward is as follows: State of Florida, Executive Office. Whereas, It has been officially made known to me that on or about January 1, 1910, in St. Johns county, Florida, one T. J. Foster was waylaid and murdered by an unknown party or parties, and that the sheriff of said county, after diligent effort, has found it impossible to discover and capture the said unknown party or parties. Now, therefore, acting under the authority vested in me as governor of the State of Florida, I do hereby offer a reward of one hundred dollars for the arrest and conviction of the unknown party or parties who committed said offense. In testimony whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Great Seal of the State to be affixed at Tallahassee, the capital, this, the twenty-sixth day of July, in the year of our Lord, One Thousand Nine Hundred and Ten. Albert W. Gilchrist, (Great Seal of the State.) Governor. By the governor, attest: H. Clay Crawford, Secretary of State. Death of a Child E. H. Godwin, Jr., the child of Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Godwin died at Anastasia island last night after an illness of some days and the body was taken to Hastings today for interment. The infant was 14 months old. The parents and other members of the family accompanied the remains on the forenoon train to Hastings. J. W. Sanchez & Son were in charge of the funeral. July 29, 1910 For Assault and Battery James Kinzy, a negro, was brought in from St. Johns Park this morning by Deputy Sheriff Guy white and will be taken before Judge Mackey tomorrow on an assault and battery charge. He is charged with attacking another negro with a small stick. Suspect Released The mulatto arrested in Macon as the probable assailant of Mr. Bernard Masters has been released from custody, no direct evidence forthcoming to fasten the crime on him. He was kept a reasonable length of time and as it was up to the State to prove him guilty the officers were compelled to liberate him. Personal Mention. Mrs. C. D. Littlefield arrived here this morning for a visit to her father, Mr. W. H. Erwin on Anastasia island. You Can Save Without Sacrificing Quality Here. Our Cash Specials for Saturday and Monday are: Irish Potatoes, peck 28 cents Pure Butterline, pound rolls 28 cents Arbuckle's Coffee, pound 17 cents Pure Grape Juice, pint bottles, Walker's 22 cents Large cans very good quality Peas or Lima Beans, can 9 cents California sliced Peaches, medium size cans 11 cents Salmon Steaks, fancy quality, small cans 12 cents Van Camp's Hominy or Sauerkraut, quart cans 9 cents Fine Japan Rice, 6 ½ pounds for 25 cents Best Imported Macaroni, in packages, pound 11 cents Hecker's Superlative Flour, 12 pound sacks for 54 cents Fancy full wight seeded raisins, fresh goods 11 cents Rumford Baking Powder, pound tins 22 cents Laundry Soap, 7 bars well known brand, full weight, for 25 cents Flapjack Flour, package 11 cents Fine Florida Syrup, quart 13 cents Grits or Meal, 11 pounds for 25 cents Yellow Meal, 12 pounds 25 cents Shredded Codfish, regular 10 cent size tin 8 cents Fine thin ice tea tumblers, each 8 cents Fine home grown watermelons, good size, each 10 cents Olives, good quality extra large bottles, each 29 cents Sugar, 5 pounds with any 25 cent purchase for 29 cents Picnic Hams, pound 14 cents We hope to have alligator pears at 15 cents and 20 cents each Hotel Supply Co E. W. Howatt Prop. Established 25 Years July 30, 1910 Substantial Wage Increase Granted F. E. C. Employees News of especial interest to the many employees of the Florida East Coast Railway in St. Augustine was received this morning when it was learned that President J. R. Parrot has voluntarily ordered a wage increase of five per cent for all employees of the railroad. It was not many weeks ago that the company reduced the hours of the men working in the shops without reducing their pay and the new raise will come as a pleasing surprise to them especially. Regarding the raise the Times-Union this morning says: Owing to the gratifying increase of business for the fiscal year, ending June 30, President J. R. Parrott of the Florida East Coast Railway, announces, effective September 1 a voluntary increase of 5 per cent. in salaries to all employees of the road. The increase is granted by the management as a testimonial of appreciation for the faithful services performed by its employees, in making possible the increase in business which warrants the raise in salaries. Besides the increase in pay to employees the management also announces, effective the same date, a reduction of the rates on commodities moving over the line, which will amount to an average of about 5 per cent. This liberality on the part of the Florida East Coast will be appreciated by patrons and is the direct result of the liberal patronage of shippers located along the East Coast, in shipping their products to Eastern markets by the line. It will be interesting to note that the Florida East Coast recently, also granted a voluntary decrease in freight rates to growers and shippers on their produce, which includes fruits, vegetables, etc. The commodity rate covers furniture, household goods, and, in fact, all general merchandise shipped over the road. Cursing Drew Fine For tanking up and then cursing around on Washington street where others could hear him Lawrence Weiche, a negro, was up before Judge Pinkham in city court this morning and was fined $3 and costs with the option of three days in jail. He was arrested by Officer Capella. Prof. Divine Assaulted Kidnapped Last Night But Rescued From His Assailants. As he was leaving the Orpheum Theater last night at a late hour. Prof. Wm. Divine was assaulted by several young men, who pounced out on him from a dark doorway where they were awaiting his approach. He was seized around the waist, by the arms and legs by four young men who started on a run with him towards the bay. The cries of the intended victim brought a number of citizens and the police on the run and the kidnappers dropped their burden and fled. Complaint was made to Major Masters today and he issued the following letter of instructions to the police: Oliver Monson, Deputy Marshal, City Dear Sir: Complaint has reached this office to the effect that the young men and some of the older men are from time to time insulting Mr. Wm. Divine. Last night some young men assaulted this man and if it had not been for the influence of some of our citizens, no doubt Mr. Divine would have been physically injured. This man has always conducted himself in a decent and respectable manner, and is deserving of the same treatment from our citizens. You will instruct the members of the police force to be on the alert and see that no one molests or disturbs Mr. Divine as long as he observes the laws and customs of our city. Prof. Willie Divine. Will Appear at the Orpheum in Specialties Next Week. The Orpheum is now ready to announce the attractions for next week which in addition to motion pictures will be as follows: Oratory, pantomime, delsarte, Adam and Eve, beautiful marriage, poetical delineations, tragic delineations, famous passages, humorous speeches, funny jokes, sweethearts, lovers, elocution rendered by Prof. Willie Divine. August 1, 1910 Created Trouble with Gun, fined by City, Held by State Charged with being drunk, cursing and having in his possession a pistol, contrary to the ordinances of the city, Thomas Pleasants, a negro, well known about town, occupied the star role in police court this morning. It all cost him $26 and costs and after paying this he was immediately placed under arrest by Deputy Sheriff Raymond Sabate and arraigned before Judge Mackey on the State charge of carrying concealed weapons. He will be tried Friday. Pleasant is charged with having flourished a pistol in the Genovar saloon Saturday night and with having used some language that might have caused racial feeling. He was arrested by Officer Lucas and was denied bail by Chief of Police Benet on account of the excitement that the trouble had caused. This morning he plead guilty to having been drunk and to cursing but plead not guilty to the charge of having a pistol. The evidence was strongly against him, however. In testifying for himself he insisted that the trouble which led to his loud talking was caused by a man criticizing a leading witness against Deputy Sheriff Joe Apeler when he was held for shooting Trottman. The evidence, however, was to the effect that the language used by Pleasant and his actions at the time were calculated to make trouble and this led to the heavier fine. There is no excuse for any feeling at this time as it is plain that the officers and all citizens are determined that the law shall take its course in the case of former Deputy Apeler. The officers are for this reason ready to promptly squelch any evidence of hot headeness. The charge of inciting to riot may be made in such cases and this charge leads to a penitentiary term. August 2, 1910 Mrs. Shearer Dead News has been received in the Ancient City of the death last Wednesday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock of Mrs. Frank Shearer at the family home in Binghamton, N. Y. Mrs. Shearer has been a regular winter visitor to St. Augustine for the past twelve years and she leaves many friends here who will regret to learn of her unexpected death. She was held in the highest esteem by a wide circle of friends. Death of Mr. E. C. Davenport A letter to The Record from Misses Davenport of Davenport, Ia., brings the sad news of the death of their brother, Mr. Ebenezer Cook Davenport. Mr. Davenport died on July 2d at the residence of his sisters, Misses Naomi C. and Catherine Davenport in Davenport, Ia., of diabetes. Mr. Davenport was known to many residents and winter visitors, having spent his winters here for many years, at the winter residence of his sisters on San Marco avenue. News of his death will be received with keen regret by all who knew him. Willie Drew the Crowds At various times the Orpheum has been crowded to its capacity, but last night not even a mosquito could find room to perch. The announcement that Willie Divine was to appear was sufficient to attract the people from all quarters of the city and the belated arrivals were forced to wait their turn at the rear of the crowd that blocked Cathedral street. For two hours a constant stream poured in and out of the theatre. Willie was in good form and attired in the height of fashion. He wore a silk shirt, blue panties, a gorgeous sash, high heeled shoes and a rakish little turban. He affected fancy stockings and altogether presented a very fetching front. He regaled the audience with some of his experiences, which, by the way, were not blood curdling, but he made a hit and kept the crowds in roars of laughter. He appears again this afternoon and tonight and all who were unable to see him last night will have a chance of doing so this evening. August 3, 1910 Many Matters Take Up Time of the School Board Many matters and much routine occupied the time of the members of the Board of Public Instruction at the meeting held last night. The session was a brief one, but much was disposed of in the time. School affairs are as a rule in a most satisfactory condition throughout the county. Mr. Joseph Nash of Hawthorn was appointed principal of the junior high school at Hastings. A principal had been chosen for that school but later turned down the appointment, thus making it necessary to select another. Mr. Nash comes highly recommended as a thorough and competent instructor. The two schools at Palm Valley and Twenty Mile Ridge are now in session and each is making a good showing. Miss Irene Bettis is in charge of the former and Miss Liddon of the latter. When the school was established at the Ridge it was only for a three-months term owing to the small number of children there. The attendance, however, has reached such a pleasing figure and good average that the board has decided to make the term six months unless there is a falling off in the number of pupils. A petition was received from the Riverdale Land Co., in the western end of the county, asking that a school be established at Riverdale. This was held over until Superintendent Pinkham could investigate the needs of that section. It was decided to open bids at the next meeting for the warehouse used for storing tools and materials during the construction of the new high school building. The city may submit a bid for this. Personal Mention. President Albert H. Walker of the State School for the Deaf and Blind, and Mrs. Walker returned yesterday from a pleasant vacation spent at Prof. Walker€™s old home at Cedar Springs, S. C. Prof. Walker returns greatly improved in health and rested. August 4, 1910 Shipped Casket J. W. Sanchez and son, undertakers, shipped a casket today to Moccasin Branch, for the infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Williams who died last night. The funeral will be held this afternoon at Moccasin Branch. August 5, 1910 Concealed Gun Draws $100 fine Thomas Pleasant, colored, was sentenced to pay a fine of $100 and costs or to serve ninety days in the county jail this morning by Judge Mackey on the charge of carrying concealed weapons. Pleasant is the one who created a disturbance in a saloon last Saturday night and who was fined in city court Monday morning on charges growing out of the affair. He was then taken in charge by the State and given his trial before Judge Mackey this morning. The evidence was much the same as that brought out in city court. He will pay the fine. August 6, 1910 Will Begin Equipping New School Building Monday Work will begin early Monday morning upon the moving of all of the desks and other fixtures from the old school building on Hospital street to the new building on Orange street. The new building is now practically complete and the work of equipping it will progress rapidly in order that it may be all ready for school at the opening of the coming term. The old building, which was purchased several weeks ago from the county board of public instruction by Mr. Amos W. Corbett, will then be formally turned over to its new owner. The new high school building is one of the finest in the State and will be a credit to St. Johns county. It is well arranged for the school work and is most attractive from an architectural standpoint. It was found necessary to cut down the oak trees in front of it in order to admit sufficient light to the rooms but a row of palm trees will be planted which will set the building off to excellent advantage. The trees east and west of the building will be allowed to stand and these will afford the children plenty of shade during playtime hours. Gottheimer-Sanchez Mr. Harry Gottheimer of Athens, Ga., and Miss Emily Claire Sanchez of this city were united in marriage yesterday afternoon at the court house by County Judge M. R. Cooper. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Sanchez of this city and is a well-known and popular young lady, while the groom is a prominent young business man of his home city. They will reside in Athens. August 8, 1910 Police Break Up Big Crap Game "Come seben, come"˜ Leven, blithely chanted a band of dusk hued youths yesterday afternoon as they enjoyed the mysteries of a full-fledged crap game in a lane near Bay street. And just then Deputy Marshal Oliver Monson suddenly hove into view. There was a hurried scramble in an attempt to get away from the scene but he had them all. This morning in city court fines were handed out all around by Judge Pinkham and the city treasury was somewhat enriched. The boys were at it in the morning but were scared away, and then in the afternoon they got together again in a place which they thought would be safe. L. Irvin, Joseph Scott, Robert Hampton and Frank Washington each drew $5 and costs or ten days for gambling, while Jesse Burns, who inadvertently let forth some "cuss words" just as the officer flew the covey, got $7 and costs or fifteen days as his portion. It was shown that Willie Odom, a little fellow, was only present on an errand and he was discharged. Drew $20 Fine Charged on the docket by Chief of Police Benet with being drunk, cursing, using profane language and committing an assault and battery upon a woman, Oscar Canova was this morning fined $20 and costs by Judge Pinkham in city court. The trouble occurred yesterday afternoon in a place on St. George street. The evidence was somewhat divided, some of the witnesses testifying that the woman struck the defendant before he struck her and others testifying against him. The trial of the case drew many to the court room. One drunk was also on the docket and drew a fine of $2 and costs. August 10, 1910 St. Johns Park Happenings One of our new settlers, Mr. Chas. Kuehne, passed away Saturday afternoon at 1 o'clock. He had been sick only five days and his death was a great shock to all his friends. He leaves a wife and child. The child is eight years of age. Every one feels for the bereaved wife and child. They have taken his body back to his old home in Elkhart, Ind., where he will be laid to rest in the family lot. Mrs. C. A. Wright has gone with Mrs. Kuehne and will return after the funeral. Born To Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Colee yesterday afternoon a fine baby daughter. * * * Mr. and Mrs. John w. Davis left this morning for Macon, Ga., where they will spend a few weeks. Mr. Davis expects to return in two or three weeks, but Mrs. Davis will remain longer. They will visit their nephew, Mr. Richard Burnham. Held for Cutting. Lily Durant Must Face Circuit Court on Serious Charge. Charged with aggravated assault, Lily Durant a negro woman, was this morning bound over to the November term of the circuit court after a preliminary hearing before Judge Mackey. The charge grows out of her cutting a negro at Bunnell a few weeks ago. She made the claim that her victim had stolen a dollar from her and that for this reason she stabbed him. The evidence was a little mixed, however, and was a little bad for her. She made a thorough job of the cutting as for a time it was thought that the negro stabbed by her would die. Bond was fixed at $150. August 11, 1910 Zerney Capo Killed by Locomotive This Morning Word was received here this morning of the accidental killing of Zerny Capo at Mayport, a locomotive running over him. Particulars as to the terrible accident are unobtainable, further than that the young man was struck by an engine and instantly killed. He was a trainman on the Mayport branch of the Florida East Coast Railway. The accident this morning and the sad news was immediately wired here. The deceased was well-known here. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Dodo Capo of this city and was born and reared here. He leaves a wife and two children, who reside in St. Augustine. His father and mother also survive him. Mr. Capo was about 21 years of age. He worked at cigar making for several years prior to entering the railway service. To be Tried for Lunacy Toliver Coleman, an aged negro, is soon to be tried by a commission summoned by county Judge Cooper regarding his sanity. One morning recently he created much excitement in North City by going out into the street minus his clothing and by screaming and otherwise making a great deal of noise. August 15, 1910 Born To Dr. and Mrs. H. C. Farrin, a son, at Toledo, Ohio, on Sunday, August 14, 1910. Born To Mr. And Mrs. John Markle, at their home in White City, on Monday August 8, a fine boy. Fined for Disorder J. Hoy was this morning fined $10 and costs by Judge Pinkham in city court. He was charged with assault and battery upon Sergt. Davis and with other more minor charges. All were grouped into a general disorderly charge and the fine was assessed accordingly. Held for Selling Liquor Another blind tiger has gone out of business as the result of the arrest of Ben Wilson, a negro, at Espanola by Deputy Sheriff Guy White. Wilson was given a preliminary hearing before Judge Mackey this morning and bound over to the November term of the circuit court under a $250 bond to stand trial on the charge of selling liquor without a license. Your Turn For Quality and Price Cash Prices Good Only Saturday and Monday August 13th and 15th 2lbs. Lard, compound, for 25 cents Ruby Coffee, 1 lb. Tins, for 23 cents Sweet Potatoes, peck 35 cents 6 lbs Japan Rice, best quality, for 25 cents Orka, picked fresh each morning, quart 10 cents Campbell's 2-lb. Size Baked Beans, can 10 cents 12 lb sack Hecker's Superlative Flour 54 cents 4 lbs. Sugar for 24 cents # large size cans Tomatoes for 25 cents Eugene Masters 19 King Street The Grocer On Car Line August 16, 1910 St. Augustine's Schools Will Open for Term October 3rd St. Augustine's high and graded schools will open for the term of 1910-1911 on Monday, October 3d, this year, according to present plans of the school board. This is little later than last year but allows twelve weeks' work before the Christmas holidays. The term will open with the school in the new building and as a result there is every reason to believe that splendid progress over the work accomplished in the past will be noted. A strong faculty has been chosen and the outlook is the brightest possible. The county board of public instruction will meet this evening and among other things bids will be opened for the purchase of the ware house near the new school building. The building is of corrugated iron and was simply erected as a storehouse for material during the erection of the school building. The board has no further use for it and Superintendent of Public Instruction W. S. M. Pinkham has been advertising for bids for it. It has been expected that the city, the county and others would have bids in. All will be opened and the building ordered sold to the highest bidder at the meeting of the board tonight. Bold Negro Dispensed Beer Before Officer's Eyes Selling buckets of beer under the very nose of Deputy Sheriff Sabate in the railway station yard here and later on the southbound train, J. M. Sawyer, a negro gave a further exhibition of his nerve by jumping from the train while it was reeling off 40 miles an hour yesterday morning. Sawyer was observed by the officer selling buckets filled with some kind of liquid and it looked as if the vender was trying to attract attention as he was so open and bold about it. His course showed the wisdom of the serpent as he completely disarmed any suspicion that the officer would conducted with more secrecy. Deputy Sabate supposed that the buckets contained some soft drinks and made no investigation. He went aboard the train on which were a large number of negro excursionists en route to Daytona. He noticed that Sawyer was still quenching the thirst of the excursionists and when some person expressed surprise that the man was permitted to sell beer so openly, Mr. Sabate laughed at the absurdity of such a statement. The informant was positive it was have entertained if the sale had been beer and the officer deemed it advisable to investigate. To his amazement he learned that Sawyer had the genuine article and was dispensing it at a rate that promised to make his fortune. Mr. Sabate immediately placed Sawyer under arrest and started on a search for two associates in the anti-prohibition business. He left Sawyer in charge of another man but the prisoner resented this and as soon as the officer left the car he ignored his guard and rushed to the platform. Although the train was rushing along 40 miles an hour Sawyer did not hesitate an instant but jumped for the open country. He struck the ground bounced into the air and landed into a ditch filled with water. He made a big splash and the water probably saved his life. Sawyer left the train a few miles north of Bunnell and for the time was free. During the afternoon Deputy Guy white located and arrested him between Dunnell and Dupont. Deputy Sabate returned with three prisoners Sawyer and his partners. They were arraigned before Judge Mackey this morning and will be given a hearing on Friday. Crossing-Campbell A license was issued this morning for the marriage of Burnett Crossing and Eartha Bell Campbell, both of Hurds. Mastronardi-Barckley Mr. Nicola Mastronardi and Miss Helen Barckley were yesterday afternoon granted a marriage license. The groom is from Jacksonville, and the bride is from New York. |
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| Gov. Albert W. Gilchrist 20th Governor of Florida |