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4 TIIE MORNING OKKGOJNlAr, WEDNESDAY, 3IAY 13, 1908. URN MUCIN E GETS FIRSTBLOOD Oakland Convention Refuses to Recognize Elected Delegates. DEFIES WILL OF PEOPLE Regulars In California Ignore Pri maries in Many Counties and Aim to Use Delegates to Defeat Taft. SAN FRANCISCO, ay 12. (Special.) The regular Republicans have scored first blood In their contest with the Lincoln Roosevelt League for control of the state organization. The regulars or ma chine men captured the Third Conces sional district during the district con vention in Oakland today. They refused to recognize the elected delegates, who are almost entirely Lincoln-Roosevelt men, and seated the appointed delegates, naming George Read and Grant Halliday as delegates to the National convention. The Lincoln-Roosevelt men In the con vention were unable to- get a hearing, as the organization was effected by the county machine. Both Kidnap Delegates. The state convention, which will name the four delegates-at-large, will meet in Sacramento on Thursday. During the last few days both sides have been "kidnap ing" delegates, with the result advan tageous to the machine. The regulars have seized the 16 dele gates from San Bernardino County, de spite the face that the district showed a majority for the league. The machine was able to work the deal through the county committee, which it controlled. In spots the league has swung the ma chine delegates, but for the most part the regulars are riding over the pri maries and forcing their men to the front through the county committees. Ignore Will of People. This apparently impossible situation has arisen through the involved method of selecting delegates which obtains in California. In some places the dele States are elected direct by the people and in other places they are chosen by county conventions. Even where the league has carried the county, the ma chine is able to organize the county conventions and override the League men. The situation has become exceedingly acute. The, League men are intensely wrougnt up and charge W. F. Herrin, the Southern Pacific political agent, with thrusting aside the verdict of the people and substituting his own will. Convention Will Be Warm. An exciting convention is promised for Thursday, when the rival factions -gather in the state convention. The machine will offer George Knight for chairman and the league will put up ex-Mayor "V. R. Davis, of Oakland. For delegates at large the machine will. put up Mr. Knight, Governor Gillett, M. H. DeYoung and Harrison Gray Otis. The league will offer Jacob Neff, ex-United States Senator Bard, Chester H. Rowoll and Colonel E. A. Forbes. The league Is commitied to Secretary Taft for President, but the machine men are working for an un pledged delegation. A peculiar fact developed today, when the State Central Committee, the con trolling body of the machine, intimated that the people of the state committed themselves to Mr. Roosevelt at the "un official" primaries. The league men charge that it Is the intention of the machine to declare that the state is for Mr. Roosevelt, and then, in view of the refusal of the President to run again, to use the delegation for trading purposes to defeat Mr. Taft. EMPHATIC IX HIS REFUSAL Hughes Would Not Serve Even If Elected Vice-President. NEW YORK, May 12.- Governor Hughes, in a letter to General Stewart L. Woodford, announces formally that he would not be able to accept a nom ination for the Vice-Presidency and, even it elected, could not serve. The Governor's letter was given out here today. It reads as follows: State of New York, Executive Chamber, 'Albany, May 11 My Dear General Wood ford: I find your letter of the 7th instant awaiting me on my return to Albany. I have not said anything publicly regarding the Vice-Presidency, as the matter has not been broached to me In a way which teemed to require any action on my part. But I don't desire to have my silence mis interpreted, and as you, as a delegate to the convention, are entitled to an unequivo cal statement, you are entirely right in your assumption as to my attitude. I should not care to be thought lacking In appreciation of the distinction of the office. But for reasons which are con trolling me ami allow no room for discussion and though I would be deeply sensible of the honor thereby eonferrea, I should not 1 able to accept and would not In any contingency accept a nomination for the Vice-Presidency. And even were I elected, I could not serve. With high regard. I am faithfully yours, CHARLES E. HUGHES. BOLT IX JOHXSOX'S STATE Bryanlles Said to Be Ready to Hold Separate Convention. ST. PAUL, May 3 2. Although the Johnsonites are in full control of the State and the fact assures sending a straight Johnson delegation to Denver, it appears as though the State Conven tion of Thursday will be a stormy one. The Bryanites, it Is understood, will insist that Bryan be the choice of the Minnesota delegates it the St. Paul man Is an impossibility. Naturally the Bryanites will not be recognized and it is understood they will bolt and hold a rival convention. BOTH FACTIONS ARE FOR TAFT Sure of Xortli Dakota Senator Hansbrotigli in the Fight. MINOT, X. D., May 12.-Delegates and political leaders, are arriving in Minot for the Republican State Convention which meets Thursday. With his head still bandaged as a result of an opera tion on his ear a few weeks ago, Sen' ntor Hansbrougn arrived today to look after his interests. He is feeling much better and will mix freely In the bat tle with a view to-helping his chances for re-election. Both the stalwart and Insurgent factions are for Taft. as there Is no risk of dissension that will involve the electoral vote. Michigan lor Taft. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.. May 12,-The Republican state convention today chose K. D. Stair, of Detroit; J. W. Blodget, of Grand Rapids; James McXaughton, of Calumet, and F. F. Gilchrist, of Alpena, as delegates at large to the National con vention. All of theBe men have declared for Taft. Resolutions were adopted in structing the Michigan delegates to the National convention for Taft. WILL HAVE FIGHT IX MOXTAXA Convention Divided Between Taft and Free-Land Delegation. BUTTE, Mont., May 12. A warm fight threatens to develop at the Re publican state convention, which con venes in this city Thursday to elect delegates to the National Republican convention at Chicago. The sentiment as expressed in those counties having the larger representation in the state convention thus fir has generally been opposed to instructions, because of the division of sentiment among Roosevelt, Taft and Hughes regarding a choice for a Presidential candidate. It is thought by the leading politi cians in this city that Montana's dele gation of six to Chicago will go un pledged, with the option of supporting some one who will carry out the poli cies of President Roosevelt. Taft sup porters claim they will carry the convention. FAIRBANKS XOT WITHDRAWX Manager Says He Has Better Show Xow Than Ever. INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., May 12. Joseph B. Keating, one of the political managers for Vice-President Charles W. Fairbanks, issued the following statement today; "There is not a word of truth in the report sent out from Washington last night that the field was to be left open to Mr. Taft. These reports are snt out to mislead the public. Indiana will present the name of Vice-President Fair banks to the Republican National Con vention In June and he has a better chance for the nomination today than at any time since the campaign began." Third California Elects. OAKLAND, Cal., May 12. The Republi cans of the Third Congressional District today elected George W. Reed, of Oak land, and G. G. Halliday, of Vallejo, dele gates to the Chicago National Conven tion; George D. Metcalf and William Ward were chosen as alternates. NEITHER MAY LEAD TICKET DEBS AND HAYWOOD MAY BOTH BE SIDETRACKED. Squabbles Over Contests and In the Platform Committee Mark Day's Session Little Accomplished. CHICAGO, May 12. Delegates to the Socialist National convention in session here made little progress today in the di rection of an agreement on policies or candidates. The greater part of the brief session herd this afternoon was devoted to arguments by representatives of con testing delegations from Western states. In and out of the convention the con test between E. V. Debs and W. D. Hay wood, for the Presidential nomination, was the subject of much discussion and tonight, with one day intervening before the balloting will probably begin, it was predicted that neither would be chosen to lead the Socialist ticket. A rumor which gained currency during the day that Haywood had withdrawn from the race, was vigorously denied tonight by supporters of Haywood's candidacy. Eugene V. Debs was still absent be cause of illness In his family, but it is thought likely he will appear and take a personal part in the fight before long. Beside these two men, A. M. Simons, of Illinois, Benjamin Hanford, of New York, and Rev. Carl D. Thompson, of Milwaukee, are mentioned for the Presi dential nomination. Rev. Thompson's name when mentioned in the convention was greeted with enthusiastic cheers. The committee on platform put in a busy session tonight.. The ideas of its members are said to be widely divergent and it is thought a hot fight is brewing over the platform declarations. The mat ter may come before the convention to morrow but it is hardly thought llkely that It will be reached before Thursday. BONITO CREATE A SCANDAL Thinks' Prince Helie Responsible for Divorce Proceedings. GENOA. May 12. Mme, Anna Gould, accompanied by Prince de Sagan, who left Rome last evening, arrived In this city early today. They had breakfast at the station and left at 10:25 A. M. for Monte Carlo. Prince de Sagan has been warned by a friend from Paris that Count Boni, former husband of Mme. Gould, is de termined to create a scandal the moment he meets him. The Count is of the opinion that Prince de Sagan was the cause of the divorce proceedings having been begun against him. Couple Reach Monte Carlo. MONTE CARLO, May 12. Anna Gould and her children, accompanied by Prince Helie de Sagan, arrived here this af ternoon. Mme. Gould remained In an apartment reserved for her at the hotel, while the Prince dined in the restaurant, later going alone to the Casino. where he played for some time for small sums. Eager to Get Rid of Money. ' WASHINGTON, May 12. Repayments to the Treasury by the National deposi tory banks under the call of Apri 28 today amounted to $20,003,600. This is upward of $3,250,000 In excess of the amount required to be paid by May 9. SPECIAL SALE FOR TODAY AT jCeniwris 12 and 16-button length Cape Gloves, new tans, $3.50 and $4' 01 Qf value P -l 70 16-button length black Kid Gloves, $3.50 value., 16-button length Wash able Chamois, $4 value. . Parasols Made and Repaired. $2.45 $1.95 LEWS FOR HUGHES IN HIS CO SAD E Friendly Senator Elected on Anti-Race Track Gamb- ling Platform. PARTY LINES DONE AWAY Special Election to Fill. Vacancy Is Caused by Death of Member Gov ernor's Ally Wins by 248 Votes Over Democratic Candidate. LOCKPORT, N. , T., May 12. "William C. Wallace (Rep.) was today elected Senator from the Forty-Seventh District, receiving a plurality of 248 votes over Henry A: McMahon, the Democratic candidate. The total vote was: Wallace, 7601; McMahon. 7353. This is about two thirds of the normal vote in the district. The Forty-Seventh Senatorial District is made up " of Niagara and Orleans counties and today's was a special elec tion to All the vacancy created by the death of Senator S. P. Franchot (Rep.). An unusual feature of the brief but active campaign that preceded the elec tion was the obliteration of party lines, the real issue being the anti-gambling at titude assumed by Governor Hughes. The newly-elected Senator will have a seat in the present extra session of the Legis lature and he is expected to act with the friends of the Governor, when another attempt is made to pass the racing bills which would prohibit public betting at the racetracks in the state. - LARGEST AND LEADING FUR MANUFACTURERS OF THE WEST. 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Wednesday's price $10.65 FDR DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCEMENT upward, STORED FREE OF CHARGE DURING THE SUMMER. WE PAY HIGHEST PRICES FOR RAW FURS. SEND FOR PRICE-LIST Special inducements offered for all repairing and remodeling for the Summer. All furs remodeled at a cost of $5.00 and gambling hills appears on the surface at least to hang almost entirely upon the condition of Senator Foelker, of Brooklyn, who is 111 after an operation for appendi citis. Without Foelker's vote and in the absence of any other change the new Senator's vote would only preserve the tie, 25 to 25 and the bills would still fail of passage, 26 affirmative votes being necessary to pass any bill in the Senate. Politicians here generally express sur prise at the result and almost without exception concede it to. the marked per sonal victory for Governor Hughes. $900,000 for West Point. WASHINGTON, May 12. The House committee on military affairs today voted' to report favorably the Military Academy bill, which carries an appropriation ap proximately of J900.000 for the expense of the West Point establishment for the next fiscal year. im -afciiii'i Tffi 1 nihni ' ' Patent Coltskin Low Button $4.00 Dowi T Patent Coltskin Blacker Oxfords $3.50 S09 Morrison St. Opp. Postoffice. Tan Russia Calfskin' Oxfords $3.50 There is only one good way to build on a solid foundation. To pitch a tent or build a shack digging is needless; any level ground will do. But if you plan a structure of substan tial size one that is to tower high and last long you had best go down to bedrock. Take, for instance, our financial system. Last year the wealth of this country was greater than ever before, and greater than in any other country. Exports exceeded imports by over $400,000,000. Crops were immense, and the output of our mines enormous. Six months ago, notwithstanding these admirable condi tions, the wolf of panic was at the door of the Nation. Here in Portland, the depression was particularly felt. The whole trouble was caused by poor foundations. No property is worth more than the amount on which it can honestly earn fair interest. Industrial companies had been greedily founded on a basis of gross over-capitalization. Corporation thievery had become a "very respectable" calling, and "finance" had de generated to a process of crooked public exploitation. . Properties acquired at a fair price were miraculously juggled behind closed doors then sold to a dear, confiding public at many times their real value. A few men became fabulously rich the public were loaded with securities. Companies were naturally unable to pay dividends, on their inflated valuations and the frightened public sought liquidation. Confidence fled money was hoarded and constructive activity ceased on all sides. Another rotten foundation had crumbled another structure was in ruins. The panic has gone. Securities have been placed on a bedrock valuation, and a cautious public is again investing money. The exponents of crooked finance are, for a time at least, under cover. Some of the covers are steel bars; more should. Right here let us record of the "Crawford Shoe" and its makers: They have always builded on bedrock. Their factory, always large, is now enormous. If their property holdings were sold under the hammer today, the sale would net almost double the "Crawford" capitalization. And yet the "Crawford" Company have never paid an abnormal dividend to its stockholders; but it always has paid a dividend, and paid it honestly. "Crawford" Shoes are just as good as honest methods can make them. From factory to feet, they are compelled to stand only one fair profit. They are made in enormous quan tities, and handled economically. That is the reason of their extra ordinary value. . . We invite you to visit our Portland store. We wish you to examine our shoes and investi gate our methods. You will find us courteous, fair and alive to your interest. We go a long way to make new customers but just as long a way to hold a customer. We can please you as to style; "Crawford" guarantees will protect you as to quality. We are prepared for a severe test; Will you apply it? m Tan Russia Calfskin Buckle Oxfords FOR MEN and WOMEN $4.00 1 1 iw Ml 2.7 O WASHINGTON STREET. Ll' ft. ''r'!aJrriiliVi