Iowa State Bystander

STATE BYSTANDER. --- IOWA There will be a called meeting of all the colored voters of Polk county to organize a Republican County League for uniting the colored people together for their common protection and better political recognition and to understand more fully the political issues of today, and transact such other business that may properly come before the meeting. Signed: W. R. Foster, John L. Thompson, John H. Rodgers, James James, Chas. Ruff, Ed. McAfee, Alex. Wilburn, John Wingo, W. R. Frasier, I. M. Jones and James Hill, of Marquisville, Iowa, I consider it not only a pleasure but a duty I owe to my neighbors to tell about the wonderful cure effected in my case by the timely use of Chamberlain's Colic, cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. I was taken very badly with flux and procured a bottle of this remedy. A few doses of it effected a permanent cure. I take pleasure in recommending it to others suffering from that dreadful disease.—J. W. Lynch, Dorr, W. Va. This remedy is sold by all Druggists. When in Muchakinock, Iowa, stop at MRS. ADDIE JOHNSON'S RESTAURANT for good meals or short orders; also Ice Cream, Prompt attention given to all orders. Hon. G. H. VanHouten, formally of Taylor County but now of Des Moines, is sending out the rules and premium list for the 46th annual exhibition of the Iowa Agricultural Society, to be held in this city from August 24 to September the 1 inclusive. In the catalogue of premium list it is much larger and more things are added, which will stimulate and inspire every branch of industry, art, science and skilled knowledge. The racing and speed purse will be larger, thereby drawing more and better horses. The attractions will be unique and interesting. --- VOL. 6. IOWA STATE BYSTANDER. PUBLISHED EVERY FIDDY BY THE BYSTANDER PUBLISHING COMPANY, FIFTH AND LOCUST. BOOM 405 MARQUAMBLOCK. IOWA 'PHONE 800. OFFICIAL PAPER OF THE AFRO-AMERICAN PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION OF IOWA. OFFICIAL PAPER OF THE MOST WORSHIPFUL UNITED GRAND LODGE OF IOWA, A. F. & A. M. TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION. One year. $1.50 Six months. 75 Tobacco months. 50 All subscription payable in advance. Send money by postoffice order, money order, express or draft, to THE IOWA STATE STYLANDER Publishing Company Communications must be written on one side of the paper only and be of interest to the public. "Brevity is the soul of wit" remember. We will not return rejected manuscript unless accompanied by postage stamps. IOWA'S LEADING COLORED PAPER. CITY NEWS CITY NEWS It has rained every day this week except Sunday. Every colored voter should attend the call meeting next Friday night. Every one should read the conference report this week. It is interesting. The Odd Fellows gave an interesting entertainment at Webster's Hall, last week. Mr. R. J Downing, one of Sioux City's successful young men' is spending a few days in our city, during his vacation. Mrs. C. H. Richardson who was operated on yesterpay at the Meroy Hospital, is resting well today. J. H. Shepard, lay delegate to the general conference, is expected home next Sunday. We hope that every reader of the Rystander will read Bishop Hartzell's dress printed in this issue. A recent letter from Mrs. Joseph Patterson of Minneapolis, Minn., states that she is well and doing well. Mrs. Patterson was formally Miss Della Bates, one of Des Moines well known lady. Her uncle, Ed. Comley, embago visited her last week. Mrs.era Patrick of Macon City, Mo., lived in our city last week to visit cousin, Miss Oliver. He will re- here indefinitely. Mrs. J. Frank Blagburn and her wife daughter, Isadore, will leave today for an extended visit with her relatives add friends In Lebanon, Ohio, her former home. While in Ohio she will attend the commencement exercises at Wilberforce college her Alma Mater. Remember the Mother's Congress will commence here next week, from the 21 to 26. Mrs. Murry of Washington, D. C., is on programme. DIED—At her home in Youngstown, Miss Rosa Burrell, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Burrell, Thursday morning at 8 o'clock; age 19. Further particulars we could not learn. Mr. J. H. Mixon, recently from Fraser, but formally from Texas, has moved to our city and will locate here. He is a jewelry and embalmer by trade. Rev. E. Roay of Fraser, the Baptist missionary for Iowa, was in our city Sunday and preached at the Mt. Nebo church both morning and evening. He is traveling over the state and will be at Davenport May 20, and Des Moines at Cointhian Baptist church May 27. Mr. J. W. Bates, one of Kansas readers of the Bystander, who has been in the government service for over a year, returned to his home in Ellsworth this month and remembered the Bystander with a $3.00 check. A telegram from J. H. Shapard just received as we go to press, states that the A. M. E. Conference elected the following bishops, on Thursday: Rev. Evans Tyree, D. D., of Tennessee; Rev. C. S. Smith, Sec'y of S. S. Union, Nashville, Tenn.; Rev. M. M. Moore, D. D., Sec'y of Financial Board of the Church, Fla.; Rev. C. T. Shaffer, M. D. D. D.; Rev. L. J. Choppin. Misses Edna and Iona Sanford who left several weeks ago to visit in Oksaola came to our city last week in company with their sisuer Mrs. Coleman, of Oksaola, and returned to remain indefinitely. We are sorry to lose them from our city. DES MOINES, IOWA, FRIDAY, MAY 18, 1900. Those who are detained at the contagion hospital are improving and several have been permitted to leave. These out are Gus Watkins, Miss Mable Hall Levi Riley and Wm. Smith. This is good news to their freinds. We hope the others may soon be able to be out. There will be a lecture in the 2nd degree Fellow craft at the North Star lodge hall next Thursday May 24, also annual election of officers occurs at the regular meeting in June, which will be the 7th. All members are urged to present by order of J. F. BLAGBURN, W. M. FRED JACKSON, G. S. Mrs. C. H. Richardson, of Clive, who has been suffering from a tumor, was taken to Mercy Hospital. on Monday last, and had a very critical and delicate operation performed Thursday, by Drs. Smouse and Schooler, assisted by several other doctors. Attorney I. E. Willainson was nominated for township clerk at our county convention. The Register erred when it said that he was not nominated. Mrs. Geo. Young, who is well known here is visiting in our city again this week. She is stopping with Mrs. [W-H. Birney, on Nineteenth and Crocker streets. IOWA STATE FAIR. The Valley Junction Express, one of the leading county weekly papers, published at Valley Junction, is strongly in opposition to the proposed change of election of county supervisors. We have been electing them by supervisor districts, but the change suggested is to elect them from the county at large and do away with the supervisor districts. While we have not made a thorough investigation, yet with the light we now have we believe it better to do away with districts and elect from the county at large, as their jurisdiction extends over the county. In several counties in the state this method has been satisfactorily adopted. The Bystander has secured the state agency of the lithograph of Booker T. Washington's Tuskegee Institute. This is a beautiful picture of the buildings and ground, is 24x36 inches and will make a beautiful wall picture, and should go into the homes of every colored family. Price by mail, postage prepaid, $1.00. Would like to establish agents in each county. Add drsss J. L. Thompson, care of the Bystander, Des Moines, Iowa. Subseribe for the Bystander. We are sorry to note the death of Rev. E. K. Love, D. D., of Savannah, Ga., that talented and one of the ablest Baptist devine in America; loved and highly respected by all who knew him. He was editor in chief of the Baptist Truth, and has perhaps pastored some of the largest and held more honors in the church than any other minister. The race is sorry to loose such an able representative at this stage of our history, for in him the race always found that warm, noble, high atmosphere of brotherly love. His remains were laid to rest in high honors. The Cook county republicans recognized the colored voters, last Saturday, by nominating Mr. D. M. Jackson of the Third ward for county commissioner, Mr. J. W. Wright's time having expired. Mr. Jackson is an undertaker on 28th street. He is a young man and is claimed to be popular among the colored people, and is a successful business man. WORK OF THE TWENTY FIRST SESSION. The reading of Episcopal addresses by Bishop Lee to the conference was one of the most important features that came up for the consideration of the conference. The addresses reviewed the progress of the church during past quadrennium. The growth of the church during the nineteenth century in usefulness and influence has been wonderful. He compared the date of the organization of the church of 1757 with 1800, from a blacksmith shop to 5,099 church edifices; from no school buildings than to 20; from 42 members than to 753,706; the value of church property from $2,500 to $10,310,903 105 teachers, 5,357 pupils: 600 graduates. The church has raised for education since 1884 to 1899 $4,140,013.13. The entire address was good also the recommendations of bishops, the appointment of various committees, and subcommittees and the report from the head of each department; as well as the discussion of some of the reports by the conference, the seating of the proper delegates, where there was a contest, holding of the memorial services in memory of their honored dead. The report of the Episcopal will be watched with much interest by all; as they will have the recommending of the changes in the law, and the appointments of bishop to the districts over which they will preside the next four years. A. M. E. CONFERECNE Last week, which was the first week of the 21st quadriennial conference, was taken up in organizing and routine work preparatory for the main work of the body. Below we give a brief out line of the proceedings: ANTI-BOER RESOLUTIONS. At the Sunday evening service in the Andoritium, Bishop Derrick of New York introduced the following resolutions, which were unanimously adopted: Whereas, England is now engaged in war with the Dutch, a people calling themselves the boers, a people who have, by grabbing, squatted in South Africa and monopolized a large portion of country and are now recognized as a nation; and. Whereas, these people entertain the belief that the color of a man's skin is a badge of inferiority to such extent that the native Africans or persons of color are prohibited from all the rights and privileges that any human being may be allowed to exercise or to testify in court against a white man or woman; neither are they allowed the privilege of enjoying the benefits of monoys derived by taxation for the education of the youths of the country, although they are compelled to pay their equal share into such fund, and many other ills too numerous to mention, therefore. Resolved, that while we deprecate war between nations, yet we heartily endorse the action of England in her efforts in teaching these misguided the true lessons of our Christian civilization. Resolved that the sympathy of this meeting go out to the struggling natives who are groaning under the hell-born tyranny of oppression and wrong. AFTERNOON SESSION. The General Conference was called to order by Bishop H. M. Turner. Rev. B. F. Watson and J. W. Beckett HON. G. S. GILBERTSON, For State Treasurer. M. H. It is with much pleasure that we present our readers with the picture of Hon. G. S. Gilbertson of Forest City, Ia., who is one of the leading candidates for State Treasurer at the coming state republican convention in August. He was born 37 years ago in Minnesota. When but 16 years old he moved to Iowa and settled on a farm; later he graduated in a commercial course from the Janesville academy in Wisconsin, than he entered the implement and general merchandise business. In 1888 was elected clerk of Winnebago county; a few years later he was elected state Senator to represent the 41st district, where he served in the 26 and 27th G. A. with credit to his constituent and party. He is at present cashier of the Forest City National Bank, one of the strongest financial institutions in northwestern Iowa. He is an excellent business man and would make a model Treasurer. He is a friend to the colored race and all laboring people. Men's all-wool Suits in fancy Cassimeres, new spring patterns in the latest, neatest checks and in plain colors; also a number of all-wool blue serges and Oxford grey vicinas, every garment carefully made, pockets properly stayed, buttons securely fastened, and otherwise perfect—price is 7.50 10.00 For men's fine suits in fancy tweeds, fancy worsteds, plain and fancy cassimeres, the seasons latest patterns, 25 styles to choose from properly cut, single or double breasted vests. 2.00 For men's trousers in fancy worsteds neat, dark stripped patterns, correctly cut, look dressy and of durable quality—the most emphatic bargain. 2.50 For boys' all wool double-breasted suits with knee pants, 6 to 16 years sizes; new spring patterns, perfect fitting. 5.00 For big boys' long pants suits, durable fancy cassimeres, in neat medium patterns, made with single-breasted vests. 13 to 19 years. OF MEN'S AND BOYS' HATS. AND WORK SHIRTS IN CITY 50c. RSON BROS. GREAT LINE OF MEN BEST OVERALLS AND W LARSON GREAT LINE OF MEN'S AND BOYS' HATS. BEST OVERALLS AND WORK SHIRTS IN CITY 50c. LARSON BROS. gas as economically as any other fuel. Con- of other fuels and the reduction in the price City Gas Light Co., 3-415 Locust. Of course you can use gas as eo consider the increase in prices of other of gas. Capital City G 413-415 Of course you can use gas as economically as any other fuel. Consider the increase in prices of other fuels and the reduction in the price of gas. Capital City Gas Light Co., 413-415 Locust. Bishop Turner ordered the Secretary of the last General Conference, L. H. Reynolds to call the roll. The roll call showed the presence of all the dele 1. the store --- ```markdown ``` 10.00 2.00 2.50 5.00 DETROIT JEWELS singing "what a Following." Dr. J. M. Henderson read hymn 188, "Father I Stretch My hands to Thee." Dr. Thos. II. Jackson prayed. Dr. B. T. Watson led in singing "My Faith Looks to thee." GAS STOVES $9.50 to $16.00 Connected, and ready for use, to durchasers along the lines of our mains. Four top burners, ovens, 16 and 18 inches square, satisfaction guaranteed. gates with a very few exceptions. gates with a very few exceptions. The Bishop announced that the next order would be the election of a Secretary and the necessary assistants. The present Secretary, L. H. Reynolds, was placed in nomination by many delegates from various parts of connection, led by Dr. J. I. Love, and on motion he was unanimously elected. On motion Rey. R. D. Brooks of Ala. be here in wh err co An of we pos an ce to to epi ly de enc c it from with educ om the ces disc to int this ro T as could hip lora e st p so fail ly ally, n ny w t t y n hat U n and nand in way in the few M t and an rob ags u our cars cars ed dent D w k no in are on process uinal occupit rtt and l from bld bld banners sandy session attac ised. lng hents Mai Margreess t for ber a no ce on cept n even shop mac multiply the vongry clars labor ultan with kicks w fire four continu adv to the america O. Ag s to asin which No.49. bama was elected First Assistant Secretary. Then followed a number of nominations pending, when a motion prevailed to elect eleven secretaries. Those elected were Rev. W. D. Johnson Jr., of South Georgia; Rev. D. J. McDaniel of S. C.; Rev. Sandy Simmons of Michigan; Mr. P. A. Richardson of N. C.; Rev. W. B. Brooks of Kansas; Rev. R. B. Brooks of Florida; Rev. H. H. Pinckney of S. J.; Mr. H. B. Winn of Texas; Rev. B. A. J. Nixon of Tenn. was elected reading clerk and Mr. C. S. Smith of Illinois was elected official stenographer THIRD DAY'S SESSION. Bishop Turner called the conference to order, and before turning the gavel over to Bishop Gains made a statement in ragged to the birth of the church. He said they had been dating the foundation of the church from 1816. This was wrong, and should be corrected for the sake of history. He said a charter was issued for the church on September 15, 1796. The first bishop was elected in 1816, hence a confusion of dates. EPISCOPAL COMMITTEE. The following members of the Episcopal committee were selected by the several conference delegations: First district—New England, W. H. Thomas; New York, W. D. Cook; New Jersey, W. H. Giles; Pennsylvania, L. J. Coppin; Nova Scotia, T. J. Tice; Ber muda, R. H. Shirley. Second district—Baltimore John Hurst; Virginia, A. L. Grines; west North Carolina, R. H. W. Luke; North Carolina, A. Stoud; Hayti, John W. Beckett; San Domingo, H. C. C. Ast' wood. Third district—Ohio, J. H. Jones; northern Ohio, Charles Bundy; Pittsburgh, D. F. Callinan; Ontario, A. W. Hackley; British Guiana, R. H. Sealey; Winward Island, J. W. Gazaway. Fourth district—Indiana, A. L. Murray; Iowa R. C. Ransom; Illinois; A. J. Burton; Michigan, R. F. Hurley. Fifth district—Colorado, P. A. Hubbard; Kansas A. M. Ward; northern Missouri, C. W. Preston. Sixth district—Georgia S. D. Rosenborough; northern Georgia, J. S. Slipper; Macon, E. P. Holmes; southwestern Georgia, F. F. Boddie; Alabama, D. C. Edmondson; northern Alabama, N. L. Edmondson; central Alabama L. Gardner. Seventh district—South Carolina, L. R. Nichols; Columbia, F. Y. Dendy; northwestern South Carolina, W. D. Chappelle, Florida, A. J. Kershaw, eastern Florida, R. S. Quarterman; southern Florida, T. W. Long. Eighth district—Arkansas, P. W. Wade; western Arkansas, P. W. Walls; southern Arkansas, T. J. Jackson; eastern Arkansas, J. S. Lowe; Mississippi. O. W. Chiles; central Mississippi, E. W. Lampton, eastern Mississippi, E. R. Carter. Ninth district—Tennessee, J. A. Davis; western Tennessee, G. W. Porter; Kentucky, S. H. Burks. Tenth district—Texas, P. C. Hunt; western Kentucky, J. M. Turner; western Texas, G. E. Taylor; central Texas, T. C. Denham; western and eastern Texas, A. G. Scott; Louisiana, L. H. Reynolds; northern Louisiana, John Webb. Eleventh district—California, E. T. Coltman; Oklahoma, M. D. Brookins; Puget Sound, George A. Bailey; Indian territory, C. R. Tucker. Foreign-G Liberia J. C. Curtis; Sierra Leone, H. M. Steady; South Africa, N. D. Sterrett; Transvual, R. S. Beal. The fourth day was spent in speeches and quadriennial addresses and reports FIFTH DAY SESSION Bishop Tanner presided at the morning session. A Stewart and J. W. Frazier were elected pages. A resolution designating Wednesday, May 16 as the date for election of bishops and other officers was referred to committee on episcopacy. The delegates are getting somewhat restless for the excitement of the elections to begin. The Green resolution for revision of the discipline was taken off the shelf where it had been placed three days ago and was referred to the committee on revision. A third resolution for the appointment of Charles Stewart as official reporter of the conference was adopted. Rev. T. W. Henderson, busines manager of the publication department, presented his quadrennial report. He referred enthusiastically to the fact that the circulation of the Christian Recorder had doubled in the past four years. In the job department of the publishing house in Philadelphia many colored boys and girls are learning the printing trade. The grand total receipts for the four years were $67,846.79. The debt of the department is $11,263, a decrease of $,000 in four years, Manager Henderson recommended that, he (Continued on page 5) --- ```markdown ``` BISHOP HARTZELL ANTI-BOER, A Leading Methodist Divine Pleads the Cause of England in South Africa. Chicago, May 3.—Bishop J. C. Hartzell pleaded the cause of the Briton in the Transvaal before an audience that almost filled the Auditorium. He spoke from impressions gained by personal observation of conditions in South Africa from personal acquaintance with President Kruger and his advisers and knowledge of the law by the government. Bishop Hartzell in part spoke as follows: Not one half of the Boers of South Africa are in arms against England. More then half of the Dutch in South Africa live in Cape Colony and Natal; and, outside of a few thousand along the northern edge of these colonies adjoining the Orange Free State, while, deeply sympathizing on account of race and blood ties with their Dutch friends who are fighting England, they yet protest their loyalty to Queen Victoria. No one can understand the full significance of this contest in South Africa unless they study the laws and spirit of the Baiton and Boer concerning the native or black populations, in their midst and in surrounding sections. Chartered companies, protectorates, republics, colonies, and empires in Afria will come and go, but the one overshadowing, presistent problem which will remain, is the treatment of the native or black races. However much in certain sections there may be white civilization, the largest proportion of that continent is to be occupied by these people, and the 150,000,000 of today are to multiply more and more in future as there is good government and there is development of commercial prosperity. In the treatment of the black races there has been a clear antagonism between the Briton and the Boer from the very beginning. The first trek in 1833 was because England abolished slavery. There were other issues, but very serious contest had its relation to the natives. The Boes believes that the natives are the children of Ham and are intended by Providence for slavery. If slavery cannot be in that form then the relation must be law be fixed so that equality of privelige is not permitted between the Boer and the native no matter what may be the intelligence or character of the latter. The laws now in force in the Transvaal fully demonstrate this. The constitution provides that there shall be no equity between white and colored persons in church or state no black man can walk on the sidewalk in town or city; this includes not only native teachers and preachers trained by foreign missionary societies, but also black or mulatto people who come from Cape Colony or elsewhere. About two years ago when this law was enforced for the first time in Johannesburg there were many floggins of natives for several days before they came to understand what the law ment. No black man can own land in the Transvaal. No black man can become a trader of any kind. no matter what his intelligence. or how good his character. Up to two years ago there could be no legal marriage of any black person The Transvaal does nothing to ward the education of the black people, although by licenses, and so forth, they pay three per cent of the public school money. What is done among them is done by English, European and American missionary associations' and the testimony of all the preachers and missionaries in the Transvaal outside of the Dutch Reformed church is that their work is often interfered with the attitude especially of the Boer officials is frequently brutal toward the native connection with mission stations. Recently Mrs. Applebee, wife of a Wesleyan Methodist missionary, was murdered on her way to church because of her criticisms of the government, and no arrests have yet been made. The Transvaal Dutch church, after fifty years of oppor; tunity, have done practically no, thing in missionary work among the natives. If ailed to learn of one black convert, much less a native teacher or preacher or congregation in either branch of the Trans; vaal Dutch Reformed Church. President Krger's branch, which is the Dopper Church, and claims to be the true reformed body, not only does nothing, but beginning with Kruger himself, represents the most extream, anti—black sentiment. The Dutch Reformed Church in Cape Colony and in Natal, which has been under one hundred years of English law, fair dealing to the black man as well as example shows a different rec; ord. They have missions among the blacks, and they have some most excellent people who are giving their time and money to this great work, although there is a large conservative sentiment even in that section against them in their own church. On the other hand, in Cape Colony the constitution allows no difference on ac; count of color in church or state, natives walk where they please in street or on sidewalk, they trade under the same conditions as Bri; ton or Boer, can own all the land they can buy, have the same marriage laws as others, education is encouraged among them and the government gives assistance to any properly organized native school and spends many thousands of pounds every year in healing to educate the blacks, and as a cli, max the blacks nave the franchise and vote on the same conditions as their white neighbors. As a result, there are many thousands of natives under English rule who are not only intelligent and educated, but who have property, and the natives very largely support their own school and preachers and chrches. CALIFORNIA. 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The Largest and Best Dry Goods Store In Iowa. SOME SPECIAL NOTES. OUR BASEMENT: There are still some people who do not understand that our basement is not the cold, dark, damp and gloomy place that you find in some stores nor the hot, stiffling, poorly ventilated kind you find in other stores, but the most modern basement in the West. The air is drawn out and fresh air forced in every ten minutes. The whole basement is lighted by special patented process with pirre daylight. BASEMENT PRICES: In common with every other part of the great store we guarantee our basement prices to be the lowest. We will meet any advertised price on reliable goods, such as our own, no matter how low that price may be. All goods are warranted perfect in make, dye or finish unless otherwise distinctly stated. We warrant our measure to be 36 inches to the yard or 16 oz. to the pound. Here are a few special prices for next Saturday. IMPORTERS & RETAILERS. DES MOINES, IA. Table Linen-Genuine Tur- 19C key Red Table Linen— Choice design and absolutely fast colors. 85c Napkins-Good size, 400 fringed, sold only in dozen lots, positively no dozens broken-don't miss it. 8½c Toweling-Fine linen 5C finish, assorted checks Imported Irish Manufacture—There's no question of its value. Bed Spreads- Full size crochet bed spreads, good heavy weight, assorted patterns—remarkable values. Simpson's Prints - Best 3½ Chisca blue and white Dress Prints, manufacturers short lengths, 2 to 10 yards. DAVENPORT. Among those who went from here last week to the Odd Fellows turn out in Moline, were H. McJaw, S. Miller, W. Harris, Mrs. M. Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Thompson, J. T. Mabrv and others whose names we were unable to ascertain. The sermon was eloquent and very instructive. Rev. M. J. Burton, Pastor of the Third Baptist Church, has returned from Marshalltown, bringing his family with him. They will soon be at home to their friends on East Tenth Street below Farnum Street. Miss Mollie Woods, of Ft. Madison, the guest of Mrs. E. J. Sanders returned home, much delighted with her visit in our city. Mr. M. C. Going has returned to his home in Kansas, City, Mo, after a few weeks stay in our city. Rev. D. E. Murff, of Galesburg, Ill., was in the city last Saturday to preach the funeral of Mrs. Heywood, at the Tnird Baptist Church. Miss Simms, of Chicago, ill., is in our city, and is working at 1027 North Perry Street. We extend to her a hearty welcome. Mrs. J. E. Sanders, Misses Alice and Minnie Wade, Rosa Hall, and Mr. Burt Powell took an electric car ride to Moline, last Saturday night, to call on Mr. and Mrs. Holmes. Davenport will be strongly represented at the Sunday School Convention, in Des Moines, June 14th to 17th inclusiv e. Several Persons have asked me why there was no report from here in last weeks issue. I will say it was no fault of the agent, but a mistake in the management. I have not missed a report for one year. How many agents can say this. Quarterly Meeting Services will be held at the A. M. E. Church in Rock Isf and. Sunday, May 20th. CEDAR HAPIDS BUDGETARIAN. The baby show given by the Stewardess board, at the A. M. E. church, May 19th, was a complete success in every respect, as the ladies' had worked faithful in order to make it so. A program consisting of solos, recitations and select readings were rereded by Mesdames Brown, Hawkins, Addie Perkins, Louisa Perkins, Tyles, Wade and Rev. Bass. The first prize, a lovely bonnet was awarded to Robert Martin for being the most intelligent appearing baby. The second prize, a dress, was awarded to Lewis Wellman Persons. As the entertainment was given for Rev. Bass, the ladies arranged to have in connection with it a Stewardess rally, the following Sunday, which they were quite successful. The collections were taken up on that day by Mesdames Fannie Hawkins, Minnie Brown, May Tyler and Mattia Wade. They realized from their efforts twenty six dollars and sixty-eight cents, $36.68, clear of all expenses, for which 15c Ladies' Vests - Richelieu ribbed, low taped neck sleeveless, cern and white, all sizes, all perfect. Children's Hose—Misses and 80 Children's, double thread, double knees, heels and toes 2 pairs for 15 cents. Unleashed—Full yard wide— Unbleached—Full yard wide 4 1/4 heavy round thread, all clean fresh goods, right from the mill, no imperfections, you know the usual price. Men's Overalls—Specially made for hard wear, extra heavy 47C extra reinforced seams, no stronger made. Men's Jumpers—Heavy checke 250 cheviot in blue and white, extra well made, all sizes. they thank the public. Mr and Mrs. Madison, formerly of Oskaloosa, are now residents of our city. At a meeting of the S. S. board, Mrs. Della Marshall was elected delegate to the Keokuk convention. Rev. Bass entertained the ladies of the Stewardess board last Monday afternoon, at the residence of Mrs. Hawkins. Choice refreshments were served to the delight of all present. Mrs. Lewis Forester is quite ill at her home on Oak Hill. Her sister arrived last week to care for her. Luther Lowry has accepted a position in the Burlington shops. Good for Luther. We now have four of our men in the shops, and only wish there were more. They are E. C. Thomas, Frank Sadler, Harry Martin and Luther Lowry. Rev. Bass left Monday night over the Burlington to attend general conference, also to visit his family in Toledo, Ohio. He will be gone about two weeks. Bro. Thomas will fill his vacancy during his absence. NEWTON NOTES. Miss Hattie Mays and Mrs. W. E. Fine have returned from Ottumwa, and will remain here indefinitely. Miss Lettie Miller has been quite ill with tonsolitis. Mrs. A. E. Fine is still quite ill. Her many friends hope for her speedy recovery. Miss Clara Miller is being highly complimented upon the appetizing lunch she served at Vaughn's opening last week. The A. M. E. S. 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HOUSE Escher, of Wisconsin, called up the bill to amend the law to provide for commutation of officers and soldiers. He explained the bill proposed to allow a uniform rate of 4 cents a mile for officers and 8 cents a mile for soldiers. It were passed during the day, breaking the record. SENATE Washington, May 12—By a close vote the senate to date, ordered execution of the price at which the government could secure armor plate for its soldiers, the direct proposition was 22 to 24. SENATE Washington, May 14—After a discussion lasting five full days the senate today passed the naval appropriation bill. Practically four months later the senate approved the armor plate proposition, which was agreed to as reported by the committee, with the exception that the secretary of the navy is authorized to procure armor as may be needed from time to time. The secretary of the navy is authorized to procure armor of the best quality at $45 per ton; he is then authorized to pay $45 per ton for the armor for the battleships Maine, Ohio and Missouri, and proceed to erect an armor plate factory to cost not to exceed $1,000,000 on which amount is made immediately available. HOUSE The house to-day passed the general deficiency appropriation bill, carrying $838.03.01, which was passed substantially without amendment. The general debate was devoted principally to political topics, the feature being a severe reargement of the administration by De Armand SENATE Washington. May 15. After Senator Clark be addressed in a meeting, the bill "regulating appointments to and removals from civil offices in outlying states" and the United States," was considered without action. HOUSE The house to-day sent to the senate the last of the general appropriation to be distributed, and the senate had ready to adjourn as soon as the senate disposes of those it has not passed and two houses adjust the differing appropriations. SENATE Washington, May 16—Discussion of the administration of affairs in Cuba by agents of the United States occupied the attention of the senate and the House. The senate, Bacon, of Georgia, addressed the senate at length on his resolution directing the committee on the conduct of financial affairs in the country, and the resolution of the conduct of financial affairs in the island. Lodge's resolution calling upon the secretary of the treasury for information in resisting the country and whether there has been any violation of the contract labor law, was passed. HOUSE The house accomplished little today beside passing the senate bill to incorporate the American Red Cross. No progress was made with the Alaska civil code bill. SENATE Washington, May 17.—The postoffice appropriation bill was considered in the senate today. The committee amendment of the extension of the pneumatic tube service created some new rules, which when the measure was laid aside for the day, Woolcott, chairman of the committee on postoffices and post roads, vigorously attacked the committee and built up the support of the pneumatic tube service declaring the extension of the service was unnecessary and the appropriation a waste of public money. HOUSE. The house today passed a special river and highway appropriation and emergency work and devoted the remainder of the day to the Alaskan code bill. SENATE TAKEN BY SURPRISK. Mr. Clark, of Montana, Criticises the Committee and Designs. WASHINGTON, May 16.—Mr. Clark, of Montana, fairly swept the senate with his surprise yesterday by his formal announcement that he had sent his resignation as senator to the governor of Montana. Mr. Clark quietly rose and addressed the chair. He desired, he said, in a low, tense voice, to address the senate on a question of privilege personal to himself. Instantly there was a buzz of expectation in the chamber. Senators from both sides of the main aisle hurried to seats near Mr. Clark, and a hush fell upon the assemblage as the Montana senator began to speak. At first his words scarcely could be heard, but as he proceeded his voice became clear, and while at no time did he speak loudly, the intense earnestness of his utterance carried his address to the remotest parts of the chamber. His address was a sharp arraignment of the committee's action and report, an analytical discussion of the evidence adduced at the investigation, an explanation of the political and business affairs in Montana, and a bitter excoriation of Mr. Daly and his friends. As Mr. Clark adverted to his desire to hand down to his children a name untarnished even by the breath of disgrace, tears welled to his eyes and his voice trembled with emotion. He almost broke down. Then, bracing himself, he read the letter he had sent to the governor of Montana tendering his resignation. At the conclusion of his speech, Mr. Clark became the center of a group of senators, all desirous of pressing his hand. Filipino Junta Active HONG KONG, May 17.—The Filipino junta here declares that organized war will begin in the Philippines at the opening of the rainy season. Aguinaldo is said to have 20,000 men at his command ready to begin the campaign. The junta seems to have plenty of money and it is claimed to have possession of the islands outside of the armed posts of the American army. Buller Making Progress. LONDON, May 18.—Official announcement is made that General Buller reports that the Second division of his army has reached Dannhauser, (a little less than half way between Dundee and Newcastle) Natal. Austria to Increase Navy. VIENNA, May 14.—The government has decided to ask the reichstag for a credit amounting to 16,000,000 crowns more than that of last year for the army and navy. THE NEWS IN IOWA State Superintendent Renders an Important Decision. Des Moines, May 17.—State Superintendent Barrett has decided an appealed school case from the independent district of Ocheyedan, Osceola county, which is of considerable interest. It is held that school boards cannot discharge their employees with entire disregard of the nature of their contracts. Prof. A. J. Jones contracted to conduct the high school at Ocheyedan, for the school year, at $75 per month, and in addition to act as superintendent of the town schools. He was given a contract, under which he was to prepare a course of study for a three years' high school course. This he prepared and it was accepted by the board. Later the board decided to consolidate the eighth grade with the high school, and to place the whole under Prof. Jones. To this he objected, but when the term began he was on hand and began his duties, protesting, however, that he was not hired to teach the eighth grade, and that he could not handle it in addition to the high school. So, on the opening day of the term, last September, the board met and incontinently fired the new superintendent. He appealed to the county superintendent, who decided against him. The case was then appealed to the state superintendent, and that officer reverses the county superintendent and holds that the board had no right to discharge Prof. Jones under the circumstances. POISON IN CANDY. Peculiar Case Comes to Light in Town of Boone Boone, May 18.—Mrs. John Sellhorn, of Boone, had a narrow escape from death this week by eating poisoned candy sent through the mails. She received a small box of tempting chocolate creams. They were loosely wrapped in one of Perrine's candy boxes, and Mrs. Sellhorn thinking they were from a friend at once ate a piece. This tasted very well, so she took another and after eating it detected a peculiar flavor. In a few moments she was taken ill. Dr. Rowe was summoned and said Mrs. Sellhorn had been poisoned and upon examination of the candy found enough deadly matter to have killed several women. Inquiries at the postoffice developed that the parcel had been mailed in a city post box and brought in by the carrier. Local authorities are working on the case and are said to have clues as to the sender of the poisoned candy. HOUSE DESTROYED BY STORM. Lightning Strikes Residence in Mason City Demolishing It. MASON CITY, May 16.—During a severe rain storm lightning struck the residence of A. New. The building, which is a large frame affair, was literally torn to pieces, far beyond repair. At the time of the accident eleven persons were sleeping in the house, but none were injured although the walls of their rooms were torn away and the lightning played strange freaks with the furniture. Christian Science Made Him Insane. WEBSTER CITY, May 16.—Hirsche Goodrich, a farmer twenty-two years of age, has been sent to the asylum at Independence. For some time he has been studying Christian Science, staying up a greater part of the night. A few nights ago he started away with a team and when overtaken he said he was going to the Paris exposition to meet Mrs. Eddy, the founder of Christian Science. Shot His Brother by Mistake. NEW LONDON, May 17.—James Clark, a well known live stock raiser, of Pleasant Grove township, Des Moines county, accidentally shot his brother, Andrew Clark, inflishing painful but probably not the wounds. Both had gone out to the night to watch for a captain who had been poisoning their cattle. They separated and in the dark came together. James mistaking his brother for the man wanted, and fired at him. Carelessness Causes a Fire. COUNCIL BLUFFS, May 16.—The careless dropping of a lighted match in a pile of sawdust in a cellar filled with barrels of kerosene caused a $7,000 conflagration in the store of Jacob Zoller & Co. The grocery stock in the store suffered to the extent of about $6,000, while the building, which belonged to John Clausen, was damaged nearly $1,000 worth. Both the losses are covered by insurance. Boy Shoots Playmate. WALL LAKE, May 16.—The 12 year-old son of J. S. Williams shot and killed the 7 year-old son of S. II. McIlven. The boys were playing with a gun near their homes at Wall Lake and the Williams boy shot the other, accidentally it is supposed. The shot took effect in the right temple and the little fellow lived but half an hour later. Hydrophobia Among Cattle. WEBSTER CITY, May 12. - Hydrophobia has made its appearance east of Webster City. So far three dogs have been killed that were suffering from the disease and a fourth escaped. A number of cattle have been bitten. A farmer named Carch lost two. The animals would Carch anything that came near them, with tongues out and frothing at the mouth. Close watch is being kept by all the farmers in the neighborhood and the animals will be killed as fast as any symptoms of rabies are shown. BAD WRECK AT VICTOR. Four Cars of Cattle Are Killed—No One Hurt. VICTOR, May 17.—A disastrous wreck occurred here about 11:30 o'clock p.m., resulting in the destruction of several thousand dollars worth of property and stock. A west-bound Rock Island freight train was side tracking at the east switch when it was struck by an east-bound freight, which was running on a passenger train's time. Fortunately none of the train crews were hurt, although all had to jump for their lives. The engineer, fireman and brakeman of the east-bound train saw the danger in time to jump and escaped with slight bruises. The east-bound freight engine, four car loads of cattle, seven car loads of lumber and a number of empty freight cars were derailed and ditched by the collision. Nearly all of the cattle were killed instantly, resulting in a loss to the shippers of 150 head of fattened and fancy cattle, being shipped to market. The few cattle that escaped instant death were so badly crushed and mangled that it was necessary to shoot them to put an end to their misery. DOBSON PULLS OUT OF RACE. Decided not to be a Candidate for State Secretary DES MOINES, May 18.—Hon. George L. Dobson, for four years secretary of state and previous to that a member of the house from Buena Vista county, has withdrawn from the race as a candidate for secretary for the third term. Mr. Dobson has had that matter under consideration for several weeks and his associates in the National Life and Trust company have been urging him to accept a place of more activity than he at present enjoys. This news comes as a surprise to the republican politicians and the people of the state. A third term has been conceded to Mr. Dobson and he would have undoubtedly been re-nominated by acclamation. In January and February there was some talk of the Hon.' Mr. Borringer of Palo Alto county, being a candidate, but he withdrew and pledged himself to Dobson, thus removing all opposition. MOTHERS' CONGRESS. Arrangements for the Coming Meeting Approaching, Completion DES MOINES, May 16.—Arrangements for the mothers' congress are approaching completion. Entertainment will be furnished all delegates and visitors will be accommodated with boarding places. Delegates are earnestly requested to send their names and addresses at once to Mrs. E. R. Clapp, chairman of the entertainment committee, that they may be assigned places. All delegates must obtain their railroad certificates from their local agents before starting from home. Doctors Elect Officers. DES MOINES, May 18—The Iowa State Medical Society elected the following officers: President, Dr. Robert Conniff, of Sioux City; first vice-president, Dr. M. Ristain, of Cedar Rapid; and vice-president, Dr. Frank Porterfield, of Atlantic; secretary, Dr. J. W. Cokenower, of Des Moines; treasurer, Dr. G. R. Skinner, of Cedar Rapids. BREVITIES Harry Williams, 14 years old, was run over and instantly killed a few nights since by a Rock Island freight train near Givin station. He was stealing a ride on the trucks and fell off. His body was horribly mangled. Workmen at Lamb's mill at Clinton recently discovered beneath a log raft the body of a well-dressed man which had evidently been in the water for some time. An inquest developed the fact that his name was Andrew Alt and that he apparently has a brother living at Alton, Ill. The dead man was about 40 years of age. Noth-further is known of him here, no one seeming to have seen him here before. At Eldora recently Steve Poley, a laborer, engaged in taking down a bake oven at the rear of the new store building being erected by J. H. Smith, met with a severe and what may prove fatal, accident. The structure when partly down suddenly collapsed and fell upon Poley, crushing him to the ground. He received two severe cuts on the head and was badly bruised on one side. He is now in a precarious condition. Vineland, N. J., dispatch: By the settlement of the Maxham estate, valued at $500,000, Charles Ree, of Arlington, Iowa, and Corry Atwood, of Strawberry Point. Iowa, both farmers, started home each with $100,000 in cash, checks and securities, representing the shares of their wives, who were nieces of B. D. Maxham. The two farmers also took back with them about $100,000 for Daniel S. Maxham, of Strawberry Point, as his share of the fortune of B. D. Maxham, who was his brother. A hundred thousand dollars of the estate remains in Vineland, that amount being left by Maxham as a legacy to the New Jersey training school for feeble minded children at Vineland. The Iowa State Federation of Labor at its seventh annual convention at Des Moines recently elected W. E. O'Bleness, former state labor commissioner, president, and J. S. Nagle, of Dubuque, secretary-treasurer. Sioux City was the place selected for holding the next annual convention. Severe censure was passed by resolution upon the Burlington and Council Bluffs organizations for their action in opposing the Titus contract labor bill, and a minority report of the grievance committee, favoring the expulsion of these bodies was voted down. NEWS IN GENERAL NEWS IN GENERAL A SLAP AT THE PRESIDENT. Condemned for His Course on the Anti- Santee Law. CHICAGO, May 16.—The Methodist Episcopal general conference committee on temperance, of which Samuel Dickie, of Michigan, is chairman, and of which Congressman M. N. Johnson, of North Dakota, author and champion of the anti-canteen law, is a member, adopted resolutions as follows: "We are chagrined, humiliated and exasperated by a puerile and absurd construction placed upon the anticanteen law, so-called, by the attorney general of the United States, and, with all due respect to his exalted station, we record the fact that we are pained and disappointed at the course of the president in accepting as final and satisfactory an opinion without binding force. Such an abuse of power is nullification in its most dangerous form. Upon the president, as commander-in-chief of our army, rests the responsibility for the canteens alone, an evil which he has ample power to suppress, and which, to quote the episcopal address, 'is a more deadly foe to the soldier than bullet or tropic heat.' BULLER TAKES GLENCOE. Reports the Boers Left Town, Trekking Northward. LONDON, May 17.—The war office has posted the following dispatch from General Buller, dated Dundee, May 16: "We occupied Glencoe yesterday. The Transvaalers have now evacuated Biggarsberg. The Free Staters on the Drakenensberg are much reduced in numbers. The Carolina, Lydenberg and Pretoria commandoes trekked north from Hlatikulu on the 13th and 14th of May. Eleven guns were entrained at Glencoe. The last train with an ambulance left there at dawn May 15. This result has been largely produced by the action of the fifth division, which during the last few days has done a great deal of very hard work in marching, mountain climbing and road making. Trains are now running to Wessel's Nek station." RUSSIA WOULD LIKE TO INTERVENE Turkish Writer Grows Bold in Facing Uncle Sam. LONDON, May 15.—The Times publishes a letter from its Odessa correspondent, dated May 6, in which he comments upon the suspicion and jealousy with which official circles in Russia are watching the progress of the Turko-American dispute. He quotes at great length from an important article sanctioned by the Turkish censor, that has appeared in the Odessky Listak, which declares that "the imperial policy of the United States is prompted by the necessity of finding new outlets for trade." Commenting on the report that the United States government was prepared to dispatch a strong fleet to Europe, the writer hints that "Russia would head the powers in preventing such a violation of Turkish waters." CLARK REAPPOINTED. Governor of Montana Names the Sen- tator to Speed Himself. HELENA, Mont., May 16.—Acting Governor Spriggs last night appointed W. A. Clark of Butte United States senator, to serve until the next legislature shall elect his successor. Governor Spriggs has all along been a partisan of Senator Clark. Governor Smith, a partisan of the Daly people, left the state two weeks ago for California, to attend to some mining cases in which he is retained as attorney. At that time there was no thought of Senator Clark resigning, and his resignation filed today came as a surprise to the people of the state, who had no inking of the coup prepared. BULLER IS ON THE MARCH. The Long Expected March from Lady- apth has Been. LONDON, May 15.—A special from Stone's Farm, Natal, says: "Buller's advance commenced Thursday, when he left Ladysmith in strength. When within two miles of Helpma Laager the Boers opened a heavy artillery fire, and the British guns replied with a portion of Buller's troops working around the Boer flanks The British attack was pressed home on Sunday. Buthern's, on the right, out-franked the Boers, whose splendid defensive positions on the Biggarsberg was practically taken. "Buller's march, subsequent to the attack, was carried on without a hitch The British are still pushing on." WAR RUMORS CONFIRMED. The British Lose Fifty Men Around Malekh PRETORIA, May 18.—An official bulletin announces that the federal troops stormed and occupied the forts around Mafeking Saturday morning. The same night the federals were surrounded, losing, so far as known, seven killed, seventeen wounded and a number taken prisoners. The British casualties are said to have been fifty killed or wounded. It is reported the advance guard of the force proceeding to the relief of Mafeking from the south was repulsed Monday. FATE OF THE REPUBLICS. Chamberlain Says They Must Become a Crown Colony. LONDON, May 13.—Mr. Chamb rlain delivered an important speech at Birmingham. In this, the first address which his constituents have heard from him since the outbreak of war, he announced definitely that the government was determined to put an end to the independence of the Boer republics. For an interval after the war they would be held as crown colonies, but he hoped that eventually they would be self-governing. SEVERE BATTLE IN PHILIPPINES, Garrison in Samar Island Attacked by the devastating Numbers. WASHINGTON, May 17.—The officials of the war department, after waiting nearly a week to hear something from General MacArthur at Manila confirming of the press report of a bloody three days' engagement at Catubig, which resulted in the heaviest loss of life the American army has sustained in any one engagement in the Philippines, cabled to General MacArthur a request for information. The answer was received yesterday, confirming the press reports, as follows: "The rumored engagement in Samar, reported in a cablegram of General Otis, has been confirmed by reports recently received from Henry Tallen, of the Forty-third infantry, commanding Samar Island, that a detachment of thirty-one men stationed at Catulig were attacked April 15 by 600 men with 200 rifles and one cannon. Our men were quartered in a convent, which was fired the next day by burning hemp thrown from the adjoining church. The detachment attempted to escape by the river, but the men getting into a boat were killed. The remaining men intrenched themselves near the river and held out for two days longer, facing the most adverse circumstances, until they were rescued by Lieut. Sweeney and ten men. Over 200 in the attacking party, many of them reported as having come from Luzon island, are reported killed and wounded. Nineteen Americans were killed and five wounded." JIM JEFFRIES WINS THE FIGHT. Corbett Knocked Out in the Twenty- third Round. SEASIDE CLUB, Coney Island, May 12. —In the fastest, prettiest and closest heavy weight ring battle ever fought in New York, James J. Jeffries has reaffirmed his right to the championship. In the arena of the Seaside Sporting Club last night he decisively defeated Jim Corbett, once champion of the world, after twenty-two rounds of fighting. It was a clean knock-out, coming so quickly that it dazed the thousands of spectators and left them in doubt as to just how the winning blow was delivered. But while Jeffries knocked out the ex-champion, Corbett demonstrated his superiority as a boxer. He cleverly evaded Jeffries's blows and hit him at will. But, as in the fight with Fitzsimmons, he lacked the force to deliver a knock-out blow. FRANCE TO OFFER BER SERVICES Rumor in Washington of Peace Overtures to England. WASHINGTON, May 13.—In diplomatic circles a rumor is current that France has determined to offer to Great Britain her good offices looking to bringing about peace in South Africa. It was said that France would couch the offer in such language that it could give no offense to England. Another rumor had it that President Kruger had indicated his willingness to acknowledge the dependence of the Transvaal and would guarantee the reforms demanded by the English last year. These reports were traced, after some effort, to an attache of one of the foreign embassies. Attempts to obtain from M. Cambon, French ambassador, an affirmation or denial of the rumors were futile. In some quarters the stories are given full credence. REPUBLICAN ANTI-TRUST BILL. An Amendment to the Sherman Law Introduced in the House. WASHINGTON, May 17.—The house committee on judiciary having agreed upon a bill, which is intended to amend the act of July 20, 1890, known as the Sherman anti-trust law, it was reported to the house yesterday by Overstreet, of Indiana. The committee also agreed upon a resolution proposing an amendment to the constitution and conferring power on congress to define, regulate prohibit and dissolve trusts. In committee, every democrat voted against the proposed amendment to the constitution, holding to the old principle of that party that it would prove, if passed, an infringement of state rights. On the main issue—the anti-trust bill—the democrats refrained from voting. BULLER OCCUPIES DUNDEE. Town of 2,500 Inhabitanta Taken With- standing LONDON, May 16.—The war office has received the following from Buller: "DUNDEE, May 15.—We have occupied Dundee. About 3,500 of the enemy left yesterday for Glence, where they are entertained. Their wagons also left yesterday by De Jagers Drift and Dannahuser road. Their kafirs said they were going to Laings Nek. Almost every house in Dundee is completely looted. The navigation collieries is destroyed. The houses of the town are damaged, but structurally intact." British Side of Story. LONDON, May 18—A skeleton message from Lourenzo Marquez, based upon information that leaked out at the Pretoria war office, shows that the Boer stormers surely fell into a trap. Col. Baden-Powell permitted them to seize one fort, and then he surrounded and overbore them before the large force near at hand perceived the stratagem. It was thus that Commander Elof, President Kruger's grandson, and part of his command were taked and fifty Boers killed. Inheritance Tax Law is Valid: WASHINGTON, May 15.—The supreme court decided the inheritance tax law is constitutional and valid, but held it must be applied to the amount of the legacy and not of the estate as a whole. Americans Occupy More Towns. MANILA, May 14.—The towns of Hilongus, Maasin and Leyte have been occupied by troops of the Forty-third regiment. The enemy opposed the landing of the troops and their losses were heavy. There were three American casualties. DES MOINES, May 18, 1909 Adjutant General Byers has given up his plan of having the four moments of the National Guard case in Des Moines this summer, and has acceded to the wishes of the college that the regiments be encamped somewhere in the districts from where their companies came. The dairy commissioner has applied F. W. Bouska, of Protivin. Howe county, as assistant dairy commissioner, the appointment to take effect July 1. Mr. Bouska is a graduate from the four-years' course at Iowa Agricultural college of the year 1897, and has pursued a post-graduate course at that school and hold a degree of master of science. He held a position as instructor in dining at the college, and last winter instructor of buttermaking at Massachusetts Agricultural College Amherst. The supreme court and examination board admitted seventy-three candidates to the bar. Twelve were rejected. Prof. Frank A. Wilder, assistant state geologist, will spend most of the summer on detail work for the survey in Webster county. He has already begun the work, which relates especially to the gypsum deposits. He concludes that these are far more extensive than has been commonly supposed, and that when the promoters conclude it worth while to go farther under ground than they are now going they will have a practically unlimited supply. In the federal court, Henry Miller one of the tramps who were charged with delaying the mails because they jumped on the trucks of a Burlington train and occasioned a delay of fifteen minutes while the members of the train crew were engaged in putting them off, entered a plea of guilty and was fined $10. The supreme court has decided the famous John Irwin land title case, involving some 20,000 acres of northwest Iowa lands. The case is decided against the Irwin heirs, and the opinion dehars them from redeeming the lands from tax sales, which were made many years ago. Irwin came to Iowa before the war, with a great amount of military land warrants, and located not only 20,000 acres of Iowa lands but also 35,000 acres of southwestern Nebraska. To these under warrants he ultimately secured patents from the government. It would have made him one of the richest men in the new west if he could have paid his taxes. But he invested everything in the lands, and was not able to keep the taxes. He fought for many years to save the property, but could not prevent it from going to tax sale, and lost it. He died in 1893, at the age ninety-three, and his heirs under to show that he was insane when the lands were sold, remained so till he death and therefore that the heirs had the right to redeem the lands from the tax sale, under the Iowa law. The testimony was voluminous, mind bearing on the question of his sanity. It was finally held in the lower court that he was not proved insane, and this is sustained in the supreme court. State Architect Liebbe has just completed the plans for the improvement that are to be made at the hospital for the insane at Mt. Pleasant, and has submitted them to the board of control. The chief improvements will be the addition of a number of workshops for the inmates of the hospital. The state auditor's office finds itself with greatly increased duties as a result of the legislation adopted at the recent session. The requirement, for instance, that a separate warrant be issued for every account drawn by authority of a particular section of the code increases five-fold the work in this one direction. Then the new law for the assessment and taxation of telegraph and telephone companies will greatly increase the detail work of the office. The new building and loan law likewise increases the work in that department. Despite all these additional duties, there is practically no increase in the facilities for doing business. The term of the United States court, after a four days' session, was adjourned by Judge Shiras without date. This will probably be the last term Judge Shiras will hold in the southern district. The indications are that congress will adjourn in a few weeks and Smith McPherson, who has been appointed to succeed Judge Woolson, will qualify immediately upon adjournment and commence his judicial duties. W. P. Chase, the enterprising sporting goods dealer of Des Moines, has leased the new Auditorium for a term of years and now has a number of men at work frescoing the building, painting scenery and drop curtains, and placing new upholstered chairs in the building. He has secured membership in a theatrical circuit which handles the very best attractions and proposes to make the Auditorium a state-wide attraction. The state board of medical examiners and the state board of health, at a recent meeting, re-elected Dr. J. F. Kennedy secretary. British Casualties 20,000 LONDON. May 17.—The war office has issued an abstract of British casualties since the beginning of the war. This shows a total of 20,035, exclusive of the sick in the field and the invalids, including the wounded sent home, who number 8,901. FILIPINOS UNFRIENDLY. Colonel Hardin Meets With Resistance in Markets MANILA, May 12.—The islanders of Masbete received Colonel Hardin's expedition differently from those of Marinduque, when he left one company of the Twenty-ninth regiment. On approaching the principal town, Palanoe, the insurgent trenches appeared occupied. The gunboat Helena bombarded them vigorously. One Filipino was killed. Two or three hundred insurgents hold the neighboring towns, and the natives appear unfriendly. Rob Cleverdale's Adventure. --- CHAPTER XVI CHAPTER 14 Those who are with me to the come behind me!" said Starne. I am half the crew obeyed. There almost from those who remained. o kili 'he boy, we all go," said one, he cub must die. Stand aside! I pistol was raised again, and at a time moment a dozen other pistols into view. Starne's men had and Rob's men the rest. this is mutiny!" yelled Starne at the who stood by Rob. "I will have a call in prison." Back in the group there was one of her shade than the rest. He had be an intelligent face. He had as said nothing. In reply to Starne's threat this man stepped forward. You lie." he said. "This is not mutil. A crew cannot mutiny only insist its officers. You have no business on this schooner. You have killed a captain. We will not stand by a." Then take this!" said Starne, firing pistol at the man. The ball took effect in his arm, and uttered a shout of rage. In an infant a half dozen shots had been fired, all of the crew were wounded, and Lemuel Starne lay writhing on a deck. It was over in an instant. The crew if suddenly bethinking itself of hat it was doing, stopped and looked Rob. "Men," he said, "this could not be cold. This man is a wicked man. he killed Torrevo, and he would have fled me. I never did anything to me. He wanted to kill me to get my clee's wealth. As for that cause he oke of, it is as dead as Torrevo, dead a dead fish. If you stand by Elvin M "KING LAND, LANE OLD CENTERDALE" and his gang, you will probably be shot. If they should by any chance, win, what can you expect—after this? You will be shot by either side. Now, if you stand by me, and sail this chooner to Buenos Ayres, I promise you not only safety, but money besides. My uncle is rich. When I tell him what has been done, the government must know it also. You will come in for a reward. The smuggling counts for nothing. You are going to save the government. You will be rewarded for that, and all else will be forgotten. What do you say?" rolled down his cheek glad to see Rob alive overlooked his statement Starne. "I have important men said Rob. I want to a and Cousin Elsie, then you something." The earnest air of the impressed Mr. Horton, way to the dining room, readily seeing nothing for him to do, grace to depart. Some of the crew understood all of this, some a little, and a few none at all. But they talked rapidly among themselves. Those who had stood by Rob had the best of the argument. Those who had been with Starne saw their leader lying on the deck—probably dying. What could he do for them? They gave in, and joined Rob's half. "We go," said the light-colored fellow who had been shot in the arm. "We go with you. Torrevo dead, you our young captain. You tell your uncle we all good men. No one get in prison." "Not one of you," said Rob. "Hurrah! Now see to these fellows who are wounded. Then let's get to Buenos Aires." In a short time the "Black Cat" was swung around, and went speeding up the river. Rob was, of course, not able to give any orders to navigate the vessel, but he felt that the crew could be trusted. He had frightened them when he spoke as if the letter to Mr. Horton had not been the only letter he wrote giving the plot away to the government. As they passed the entrance to Black Cat Bay, Rob smiled. It was not so long ago that he had been in that bay, jugging bales of cotton, casks, kegs of powder, and feeling the sting of blows; and now he was sailing past it, the master of the "Black Cat" and her warthy crew. The "Black Cat" sailed into the harbor of Buenos Ayres, and an inspector came on board. "Well!" he said, "it's a long time since the 'Black Cat' sailed into this harbor. What's the cargo?" "None," said Rob. "I am here on service for the government. I must get at once to Mr. David Horton. Do you know him?" "Horton, the millionaire? I should say I did. What do you want with him?" "I will tell him that," said Rob. "There is nothing to be taken ashore from this vessel but me. If you think I am contraband, come with me. But I warn you not to delay me." The inspector was impressed, and his curiosity was aroused. "Come along," he said. They were soon ashore, and Rob was amazed at the fine streets and buildings he saw. They got on an electric car—something that Rob had supposed was limited to .ew York—and then got off before a splendid residence of brick and stone. "Horton lives here," said the inspector. Mr. Horton was with his wife and Elsie eating supper, when a servant announced that two persons wanted to see him on important business. He went into the wide hall where the two sat waiting, and looked at Rob curiously. Rob was worth looking at just then. His face was flushed with pride and happiness, and the spirit of American youth gleamed in his eyes. "What can I do for you?" asked Mr. Horton, kindly. "Uncle David! Uncle David! Don't you guess who I am?" burst out Rob. "I am Rob Cleverdale." Mr. Horton turned white and stepped back. "You thought I was drowned, but I was not," said Rob. "Lemuel Starne threw me overboard, but I was picked up." A great sob of joy—undoubting, blessed joy—welled up from Mr. Horton's bosom. He clasped Rob to him, and tea A rolled down his cheeks. He was so glad to see Rob alive that he even overlooked his statement about Lemuel Starne. "I have important news for you," said Rob. "I want to see Aunt Anita and Cousin Elsie, then I want to tell you something." The earnest air of the young fellow impressed Mr. Horton, and he led the way to the dining room. The inspector, readily seeing that there was nothing for him to do there, had the grace to depart. Rob was greeted with overwhelming caresses by his aunt and cousin, who had expected—before they heard he was drowned—to see a childish boy, over whom it would be necessary to keep a constant watch. Here was a manly young fellow come to them after strange adventures—not to be watched over, but to save them and the government. Rob soon told his story, and his uncle hurried him off to see the president. Rob soon told his experience, and was listened to with great eagerness. An officer in uniform was called in, and the story was told to him. Rob went home with his uncle, and they sat up late that night listening to his recital, over and over again, of his adventures with Starne and Elvia, and on board the "Black Cat." What pained them most was to learn that Lemuel Starne, the man whom they had trusted, and who had almost succeeded in winning the regard of Elsie, was such a villain. Rob told his uncle of the promise he had made to the crew of the "Black Cat," and Mr. Horton assured him that it would be substantiated by the president. There was little need of proceeding to any extent to identify Rob, for Mr. Horton recognized him from the photograph sent from New York. And if any further identification should prove necessary, there was time enough for that in the future. Mr. Horton had taken all Rob's things from the "Royal Mall," and he was soon clad in a trim New York outfit. As he was taking leave of the now soiled Spanish jacket he felt in the pockets, and there he found the three lists of names given him by Elvin. These were used by the president at the trial. All the consilirators were brought to justice, and the stores in the cave at Black Cat bay were seized. Richard Elvin was shot and Lemuel died of his wound. Not only was Rob received with enthusiasm by his uncle, aunt and cousin, but he was the hero of Buenos Ayres. The president gave him a gold medal, on which was the date and the story of the valuable services Rob had rendered the government. The "Black Cat" was now the property of the government, and the president used his influence, and this was also given to Rob. It was a very handsome little schooner, none too large for a yacht, and Mr. Horton accepted it for Rob, and at once placed a reliable crew on it. Many a good sail has Rob had on that schooner since that day, and many a stirring adventure has he had while off on business for Mr. Horton. Mr. Horton is delighted with Rob's quickness in grasping the details of his large business enterprises, and there is no doubt that if Rob lives, he will be not only a true, brave man, but a rich one as well. (The end.) Ancient Coffee House The coffee house is every night crowded with men of parts, says the Connoisseur. Almost every one you meet is a polite scholar and a wit. Jokes and bonnets are echoed from box to box; every branch of nature is critically examined and the merit of every production of the press or performance at the theaters weighed and determined. This school—to which I am myself indebted for a great part of my education, and in which, though unworthy, I am now arrived at the honor of being a public lecturer—has bred up many authors, to the amazing entertainment and instruction of their readers. Buttons, the grand archetype of the Bedford, was frequented by Addison, Steele, Pope and the rest of that celebrated set who flourished at the beginning of this century and was regarded with just deference on account of the real geniuses who frequented it. But we can now boast men of superior abilities—men who, without any one acquired excellence, by the mere dint of a happy assurance, can exact the same tribute of veneration and receive it as due to the illustrious characters, the scribblers, layers, fiddlers, gamblers, that make so large a part of the company at the Bedford. Bolting Our Food. There is undoubtedly a great deal to be said in favor of the opinion that a considerable portion of the illness in this country is caused by the unpleasant habit of eating too rapidly. Of course we all know, and have at times a very painful experience of, the fact, that this is a high-pressure age, and all is done at express speed, but this surely ought not to be the case with our meals. It is interesting, but not pretty, to watch the business man when he goes into a restaurant for his luncheon. It is with him looked upon in the light of a duty and not a pleasure. He must eat, and he feels that he has only a few minutes to devote to the operation, so that he may be back at his office with all possible speed. He attacks his food savagely, gulps down his beer or wine, and when the last sad rites are over he pays and bolts—in fact, it is a case of bolting from beginning to end. Every doctor will tell you that people should eat slowly, and occupy the time pleasantly with conversation. In this way we shall live longer and enjoy better health and greater ability to cope with the world. Made Her Account Good. It was only a dainty little note from a woman depositor, but it caused a gentle ripple of merriment among the accountants and tellers of an uptown bank. The institution caters to women and the president has often remarked that the women depositors were in some respects more careful in their business methods than the men. A few days ago the discovery was made that the account of one of the women depositors had been overdrawn a few dollars. The usual notification in such cases was sent to the depositor, with the request that the account be made good. A prompt and polite reply was received from the delinquent. She apologized for the overdraft, thanked the bank officers for informing her of the fact so courteously—and inclosed her check on the same bank for the amount of the overdraft. It is needless to say that an explanatory note was sent to this depositor reminding her that an overdraft was not a credit to be drawn upon—New York Commercial Advertiser. Looking Out for the Family "Dear," she said, during an interval of comparative sanity, "promise me one thing." "Anything," he answered with the recklessness of love. "After we have been married a reasonable time, if we decide a divorce is desirable, promise that my brothers, who are struggling young lawyers, shall represent us."—Philadelphia North American. Better Girl Now. "I am so thankful," said good Mrs. Upjohn, "for the change that seems to have taken place in Bessie. Ever since the first week in December—it was the first week in December, wasn't it, Clarence, we got that new sealskin collarette for Bessie—she has gone to church regularly. Hasn't missed a Sunday."—Chicago Tribune. There's nothing certain in man's life but this: that he must lose it—Owen Meredith. SENATOR BACON'S REMARKS About the Alleged Frauds in Island of Cuba. CALLS FOR AN INVESTIGATION. Says One Cuban Officer Purchased Personal Apparel with Cuban Funds—The Clark Case—Red Cross—Various Bills Passed. Washington, May 18.—The house passed the senate bill to incorporate the American National Red Cross. No progress was made with the Alaskan code bill, owing to the inability of the two sides to agree as to the time to be allowed for general debate. The conference report on the District of Columbia appropriation bill was returned after extended debate. It was agreed that the minority of the judiciary committee should have until Monday to file its views upon the antitrust bill and resolutions reported by the committee yesterday. The agreement was not reached without difficulty. The naval appropriation bill was sent to conference. Messrs. Foss (Ill.), Dayton (W. Va.) and Cummings (N. Y.) were appointed conferees. Various Bills Passed. Washington, May 18.—Discussion of the administration of affairs in Cuba by agents of the United States occupied the attention of the senate. Mr. Bacon (Ga.), in support of his resolution directing the committee on relations with Cuba to make an investigation of the conduct of financial affairs of the island, said it was due the people of this country to know just how affairs in the island were being conducted, and since the steals in the postal service the obligation upon congress was doubly heavy. He urged that the honor of the country was at stake. He insisted that the government of the United States had no authority in Cuba, and demanded to know how soon it proposed to redeem its pledge and leave the government of the island to its inhabitants. Mr. Bacon called attention to the statements in reports submitted by the secretary of war to the senate which showed that during the year 1899 the receipts in Cuba were $16,346,015, the expenditures were $14,085,055. "If," said the Georgia senator, "we had before us only the naked fact that the receipts on the island during a single year were more than $16,000,000 and the expenditures more than $14,000,000, we would be bound to investigate the subject to see that this vast sum had been properly and justly spent." He then presented a statement showing the receipts and expenditures of the various states, including Georgia, Missouri, and Massachusetts. They were in every instance less than those of Cuba. "These expenditures in Cuba," said Mr. Bacon, "are so much larger in proportion than those of many states that, even if there were no rumors of extravagance and fraud and corruption in connection with Cuban affairs, they would call in trumpet tones for an investigation. Mr. Bacon declared that one of the prominent officials in Cuba had used the Cuban funds with which to purchase personal apparel, and asserted there were well-founded rumors that there had been the most extravagant expenditures of Cuban funds for fitting up luxurious quarters for officers and furnishing these officers horses, carriages, and liveried servants. The resolution finally was made subject to the call of any senator. The house bill repealing the provision of the law allowing merchandise passing through the United States from any foreign country to be transported free of duty, so far as the Mexican free zone is concerned, was passed, as was a resolution offered by Mr. Lodge calling upon the secretary of the treasury for information in regard to the influx of Japanese laborers into the country. A bill was also passed providing that all honorably discharged soldiers or marines who saw service in the civil war, in the Spanish war, or in the Philippine war, shall be given preferment in civil service appointments, age or loss of limbs not being regarded as a disqualification. MAY BAR OUT SENATOR CLARK Senate Likely to Refuse to Receive New Credentials. Washington, May 17.—Senator Clark will not be able to re-enter the United States senate, if the position of a majority of the committee on privileges and elections is sustained. A fight, nevertheless, will be made by Clark's friends on the strength of the appointment by the lieutenant-governor of Montana. That the senators are all in a muddle over the latest startling developments in the Clark case was made evident when Senator Chandler interrupted Senator Bacon, who was in the midst of a speech on the Cuban postal frauds, to ask unanimous consent to have the consideration of the Clark committee report postponed until Saturday. The chairman of the election committee gave as his reason for the motion to postpone that there have been developments which require further consideration by his committee. An impression is prevalent here that Senator Clark will not be admitted when he again knocks at the doors next Saturday, with his credentials from the lieutenant governor of Montana. But almost every senator entertains different opinions regarding Clark's present status before the senate. A number cling to the belief that Clark never held a seat legally in the senate and that there is no vacancy for the governor or his acting representative to fill. No doubt is entertained that the lieutenant governor's appointment would hold good under the laws of Montana if a real vacancy existed. Montana's Governor Angry. Montana's Governor Angry. San Francisco, May 17—The Examiner prints an interview from Wadsworth, Nev, with Gov. Smith of Montana, who is en route from California to Helena, Mont., in which the governor is quoted as follows concerning the resignation and reappointment of Senator Clark: "I came to California on business, and never thought that such a scheme would be hatched during my absence from my executive duties, or I would never have left the chair in the power of the lieutenant-governor. The trouble is the cause of my early return. I pray to God that I may reach Helena in time to prevent its consummation. There is no way of resenting this act, as the lieutenant-governor is vested with the same rights as the governor during the latter's absence. I knew that Spriggs was favorable to Clark, but did not think he would be guilty of such an act in the face of the fact that not 25 per cent of the Montana people are favorable to Clark as their representative in the halls of congress. If the appointment is made before I reach Helena, I will have to accept the inevitable. IMMIGRATION FROM JAPAN. Washington, May 17.—Secretary Gage, in response to an inquiry from the house of representatives as to the extent of the influx of Japanese, has submitted a letter from Immigration Commissioner Powderly, stating that the arrivals for nine months ending March 31 last were 4,427. Mr. Powderly says the extent of Japanese construction work in the western states and territories satisfies the bureau that many Japanese are coming across the Canadian border, there being no law wich permits adequate inspection or the keeping of record of this entry. While it can only be conjectured as to what this immigration will amount to in the future, Mr. Powderly says the steady increase of arrivals and the rumors coming through officials on the Pacific coast indicate a large increase in such immigration. Missouri Republican Ticket. Missouri Republican Ticket Kansas City, Mo., May 18.—The republican state convention of Missouri nominated the following ticket: for governor, Joseph Flory of St. Louis; for lieutenant-governor, E. F. Allen of Kansas City; for secretary of state, E. L. Porterfield of Springfield; for state treasurer, W. F. Fleming of Webster Grove; for auditor, W. F. Bloebaum of St. Charles; for attorney-general, Samuel O'Fallon of Oregon; for railway and warehouse commissioner, C. C. Crouse of Pierce City; chairman of state central committee, Thomas J. Akins of Humansville; delegates-at-large to the national convention at Philadelphia, D. M. Houser, D. P. Dyer, James L. Minnis, C. G. Burton; alternates-at-large, Louis Wood, J. C. Chastine, O. M. Wood, H. H. Walker; electors-at-large, J. W. Moore, Joseph Black. The platform favors the maintenance of the gold standard and indorses McKinley. Curzon Welcomes All Relief New York, May 17.—Certain newspapers having made the statement that Lord Curzon, viceroy of India, had said that no further help was needed in the famine, the New York committee of 100 on India famine relief sent the following cable to Lord Curzon: "Committee of 100 citizens formed here for famine relief. Newspapers report you say no more funds needed. Cable full facts at our expense." The reply received is dated at Simla and signed by Lord Curzon. It is as follows: "So far from no more funds being needed, every dollar is of service in saving life. We have five and three-quarter millions on relief. Many in extreme destitution. All help gladly received." Dr. Trojan Visits America: New York, May 17.—Among the passengers who arrived on the North German Lloyd steamer Grosser Kurfurst, from Bremen, was Dr. Johannes Trojan, editor of the German comtc-satirical weekly Kladderadatsch. Two years ago Dr. Trojan was confined six months at Weichselmüende fortress for lese majesty, committed in having allowed to be published in the Klanderadatsch a cartoon showing Alexander the Great, Hannibal, Caesar and other famous heathen field marshals in a state of great hilarity over the assertion of Emperor-William that only good Christians could be good soldiers. Dr. Trojan will make an extensive trip through the United States. Tax Evaders Are Arrested. Charlotte, Mich., May 18.—Ex-State Representative Herbert S. Babcock was arrested here, charged with perjury, on complaint of Supervisor David Smith. It is alleged that Babcock holds a large mortgage against parties in Ingham county and he refused to make a report of it on the blanks furnished by the new state tax commission, although he swore that the report he filed was true. William Bayles, a wealthy business man, was arrested for refusing to make a sworn statement of his financial resources to the state tax commission. Insists on Beer While Working. Evansville, Ind., May 18.—The molders employed at the Indiana stove works went on strike because the company posted notices forbidding them from "rushing the growler." The men say they will remain out so long as they are prohibited from drinking beer on the company's premises during workers. The strikers do not have the sympathy of the public. RELIEF COLUMN IS REPULSED, Big Fight at Krasal Fight at a Farm House by a Foraging Party- British Take Maquintling's Nek-Oust Boers from Glencoe. Pretoria, May 18.—Via Lourenco Marques—Mafeking, according to advises received here, is still surrounded by the Boers. The British column marching to the relief of the town has been repulsed with great loss. A dispatch from the Molopo River Kraal today states that the correspondent of the London Morning Post was captured yesterday in a fight at Kraal Pan. British engineers are trying to repair the railway bridge there. The recent Boer reverses are causing a splendid display of patriotic ardor. Amazon corps are being formed both here and in Johannesburg with the object of releasing all available men for active service. The spirit of the burghers is running high and they are determined to make a desperate resistance to the British. They are in feverish activity in all the government and military departments. The Volkstem in its issue today strenuously advocates the destruction of the Witwatersrand gold mines as a necessary military measure. Michael Davitt, the Irish Nationalist who came here ostensibly as the correspondent of a newspaper, has started on his return to Europe. Lourenco Marques, May 18.—Information has been received from a Portuguese official source of an encounter at Mafeking in which the Boors were repulsed with heavy loss. This apparently refers to the fighting of last Saturday. London, May 18.—The war office has received the following dispatch from Lord Roberts: "Kroonstad, May 16.—Two officers and six men of Prince Alfred's guards went out for foraging yesterday a few miles from Kroonstad. They had visited a farmhouse from which a white flag was flying and the owner of which had surrendered himself with his arms and ammunition. They then approached another farm which was also flying a white flag. When within forty yards of the enclosure they were fired upon by fifteen or sixteen Boers who were concealed behind the farm walls. Two men were killed and one of the officers wounded. The other officer and two men were made prisoners. The owner of the farm states that the Boers threatened to shoot him when he protested against making improper use of the white flag." Thaba N'Chu, May 16.—The British force have advanced twenty miles to the northwest and took possession of Maquatling's nek. Prisoners continue to be taken daily. OUST BOERS FROM GLENCOE. Buller's Troops Occupy the Town North of Ladysmith. London, May 17.—It is officially announced that Glencoe has been occupied, and that the Boers have evacuated Biggarsberg. The war office has posted the following dispatch from Gen. Buller, dated Dundee: "We occupied Glencoe yesterday. The Transvaalers have now evacuated Biggarsberg. The Free Staters on the Drakensburg are much reduced in numbers. The Carolina, Lydenberg and Pretoria commandoes trekked north from Hlatikulu on May 13 and 14. Eleven guns were entrained at Glencoe. The last train, with ambulance, left there at dawn, May 15. This result has been largely produced by the action of the Fifth division, which, during the last few days, has done a great deal of very hard work—marching, mountain-climbing and road-making. Trains are now running to Wessel's Nek station." Stira Up the Quaker City. Philadelphia, Pa., May 16.—As a result of the Wanamaker-English episode, a sub-committee of the Municipal league has issued a call for a meeting to be held to complete arrangements for a mass meeting to be held Saturday evening "to protest against the attempt upon the part of high city officials to restrict the right of free speech and free criticism by threats to use official power in an assault upon private character." The call was sent to prominent and representative business men, clergymen, lawyers and bankers. Leading members of all the civic organizations in the city were also invited to participate. Returned to Parliament: London, May 17.—Dublin university has returned Sir Edward Henry Carson to the house of commons, without opposition, on his appointment as solicitor general, in succession to Sir Robert Bannatine Finley, appointed to succeed Sir Richard Webster as attorney general. Beats a Squaw to Death. Pierre, S. D., May 18—Van Moore, a half-breed desperado, beat and kicked an inoffensive Indian woman to death on the reservation west of here. Several Indians went after him with Winchesters, and failed to find him. He belongs to Cheyenne agency. More Outrages by Boxers. Tien-Tsin, May 17.—More "boxer" outrages are reported sixty miles north of Tien-tsin, where a number of native Christians have been massacred. The British admiral has arrived here and proceeded to Feking. Mrs. I. L. Brown was called to Toledo, Ia., on account of the death of her sister, Miss Bertha Green, which occurred Friday night. Mrs. G. L. Suter and two children spent Sunday with her parents, at Albion. Her sister, Miss Delia Howard, accompanied her home. After so long a time a wedding occurred in our city. Mr. Chas. Gilmore, Junior, married Miss Agnes Walden. Thursday, May 9th. We wish them much joy. Strangers are seen in our city every day, but they are not the sort of men who make good citizens, for instead of trying to find some good employment, they are seen to stop at the "Barracks." There are a few colored people who are always growling about their condition in life. They do not seem to realize that when times are good and money is plentiful, is the time to lay up store for adverse circumstances. No one knew Dr. Nicols until he became health officer. Now everybody knows him at sight. There are no cases of Smallpox among the colored citizens of Marshalltown at this writing. The "Barracks" on ac, count of colored tramps stopping there It is a bad place and every one would be glad to see it closed. Miss Anna Bell Williams is suffering from a felon on her finger. On May 11th, at 9 A. M., an operation was to be performed on Joseph L. Woods. We have not the result. Subscribe for the Bystandr if you want the race news. FT. MADISON NEWS. Miss Mollie Woods has returned from her visit to Davenport' and is very much delighted with her trip. The people there never fail to make it pleasant for strangers. Miss Lottie Yeiser, one of Ft. Madison's brightest young ladies, will graduate from the High School next month. Miss Pollie Dandridge will go the Grand Session of K. O. T. and D. of T. at Keokuk, next month, and from there to a summer resort to spend the season. Rev. McClelland closed his services at the Second, Baptist Church last Sunday Evening, and will go home to rest for two or three weeks, after which time he will return to state, and make dis head quarters in Keokuk. Mrs. Haddie Winfrey was elected delegate to the S. S. Convention which meets Des Moines the 14th of June. It is thought that Rev, McCleland would make a good pastor for the church here. ALBIA NEWS. Mrs. Josie Meadows spent a few days of this week in Muchakinock. E. P. Reed, of Hocking, spent several days of this week in our city. A number Hocking families took the train in Albia for other parts of the country, in the last two weeks. A few strangers are seen in our city every day. CLINTON. Rev. P. P. Taylor returned to Rockford, Saturday, after having spent several days with his family. T. W. Stepp is confined at his home with a severe attack of inflammatory rheumatism. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Spencer of Omaha, stopped in Clinton for two days last week, on the way to Chicago, their future home. While here they were the guests of Rev. and Mrs. Taylor, the ladies being sisters. Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Smith and daughter are recent arrivals in Clinton, coming here from Evanston. Clinton people extend to them a hearty welcome. Mr Smith has been holding a responsible position with J. N. Hancock, for some time. Mrs. Thomas Rush, of Keokuk, is visiting her daughter, Mrs. J. T. Culberson. Mr. J. H. Anderson, of Chicago, a valuable employee of the C. & N. W. Railway, has brought his wife to this city intending to make his; their future home. We welcome such people as Mr. and Mrs. Anderson to our city. L Wm. Emerson visited in Moline recently. Clinton is talking up a grand celebration for the Fourth of July. The members of the Second Baptist Church held on Sunday, May 6th. The usual number of curiosity seekers were present. Miss Emma Sayles is in Dixon. The young ladies of the Bethel Church anticipate giving an entertainment soon. DUBUQUE NEWS, Mrs. Jas. Martin who has been on the sick list, is improving. Mr. Wm. Glass has returned from Chicago. The debate at the society last week was very interesting. As both sides were so nearly equal, the judges were unable to decide in favor of either. Miss Eva Martin is on the sick list. For the benefit of those who have not learned the name of our society, we will say it is called "The United Efforts". Mr. Jas, Martin has moved his family to Ninth and Locust Streets. Mr. Chas. Greene spent Saturday in Platteville. SIOUX CITY. Rev. T. A. Clark visited his family at Des Moines last week. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Washington who was quite ill at our last writing; is able to be out again. Mrs. M. Cobin is able to be out again. Mrs. Chas. Catter has recovered from a recent spell of illness. The Donkey Social was not very well attended, but every one present enjoyed himself. Mr. R. Early has moved his family from Cedar Rapids, and will again reside in this city, after an abscence of four or five years. Mr. Walter Williams returned from Leavensworth, Kansas. Among the excursionists who came down from Yankton, S. D., Sunday, were Messrs. Louis and Woodie Smith, and Miss L. Hurd. Mrs. M. Dowdy, of Yankton, visited in this city with relatives, last week. Mr. W. P. Shields has given up his position at the U. S. Clothing House after eleven years of faithful service as clerk and porter. Rev. Snider, of Morning-side, filed the pulpit on last Sunday. INDEPENDENCE, MO., ITEMS. The musical concert given at the M E. Church, last Thursday, was largely attended, and with assistance some Kansas City talent, the program proved to be quite a success. The colored school will close on the 29th of May. The school consists of 175 pupile, and is divided into four rooms. The teachers are Prof. S. H. Nuttall, Miss Effie B. Fisher, Mrs. Amanda Brown, and Mrs. Mary J. Jinkins. Rev. Smith is pastor of the M. E. church, a very neat structure, only three month old. Rev. C. R. McDowell, an able divine, is pastor of the Second Baptist Church. The Independence Globe Band consists of fifteen pieces and their instrumentations are grand and inspiring. Prof. Will Ewing and wife have changed their place of residence, and are now located at No. 152 Farmer Street. Eugene Ewing and wife, of Topeka, Kansas, were visitors over Sunday at the home of Mr. John Ewing. Rev. Yucuan who was quite ill at the last writing, is now much improved, and will soon be able to take charge of his duties again. Messrs. Wolf, Anderson and wives, of Kansas City were visitors at the home of Prof. Ewing, last Sunday. The political speech delivered last Friday night by Rev. C. R. McDowell, was listened to by an appreciative audience. The speech was filled with power force and elucence. Mr. Dick Pool, the old reliable blacksmith, can be found on East Maple Avenue. "Deed I Aint Seen No Messenger Boy!" Why? Because you have failed to insert your business "Ads" in the "Bystander." It omits no notes of importance, and is the only Negro journal in the state of Iowa COALFIELD NEWS. Sunday afternoon Rev. J. M. Haggard baptized eight persons. The baptizing was largely attended. Rev. Hrggard has achieved greatness by doing excellent work in this locality. T. W. White, special agent for The National Protective Society, returned from his business trip in Hocking on Thursday. J. H. Long, general agent for The National Protective Society returned from Keb Tuesday, where he did excellent business for the organization. Dr. G. W. Banks was in Albia on business, Monday. G. W. Stewart and J. R. Robinson went to Keb and Ottumwa during the past week. The mines here are running steadily. The Union has been organized and the miners only work eight hours. G. W. King was badly injured by a loaded trip of cars, last Friday afternoon. He is carrying a policy in in The National Protective Society. He is improving at this writing Success to the Bystander. FRASER. Miss Josie Patton of Marshallown, arrived in our city Satrday on a visit, and returned to her home on Tuesday. The entertainment given for the benefit of the church Saturday night, was well attended, and a neat little sum was realized. Rev. Roey preached in Des Moines last Sunday. Mesdames, Mabel Coleman and Nancy Streeter were elected delegates to the State Association which is held in Des Moines, June 14th and 15th. Rev. J. Underwood and family are now at home on East Park Street. Little James Burton entertained a few of his friends last Friday afternoon in honor of his eighth birthday. The little folks enjoyed themselves and returned to their many homes at four o'clock. He received many useful presents. Services Sunday at the First Baptist Church, Rev. J. Underwood pastor. Subject! "A labor problem from a preachers point of view." There will be services at tee A. M. E. Church Sunday, Rev. Wright, pastor. OPPORTUNITIES FOR BUSINESS At towns on the new lines of the Chicago & North-Western Railway are summarized in a pamphlet that may be obtained upon application to Agents of the C. & N. W. R'y, or the General Passenger and Ticket Agent, 22 Fifth Ave., Chicago, Ill. Cypress or Steel. For stock, reservoir tanks, thresher tanks, either round, square or half round, or any size, for all purposes, at lowest prices. Only the best of material used. Kretchmer goods have a reputation. Do not compare my work with the cheap good-for-nothing tanks which the market is flooded with. Freight is only a small matter as tanks can be shipped knocked down. Send for catalogue and price list. Manufactured by E. KRETCHMER, = RED OAK, IOWA. Also a full line of bee-keepers' supplies. = Send for catalogue and price list. A preparation prepared solely and distinctly to improve the condition of the hair of the negro race. Not a worthless, offensive, choxious, greasy mass of injurious nostrums, but a delicately perfumed ungent, beautiful to look upon; made to adorn the lady, polish the gentleman, benefit youth, and gladden old age. OZONO straightens knotty, nappy, kinky, refractory hair. OZONO does this alone. No hot irons are necessary; no plastering down with grease. OZONO individually straightens, without any outside assistance. It will cause the hair to come back on bald spots. It will restore gray hair to its natural color. It will cause the hair to grow long and straight, soft and fine, and beautiful as an April morn. It will cure all itching, burning, running, humiliating Scalp Diseases, Dandruff, Tetter, Scurf, and Eczema. It cannot live after OZONO has been applied. It is as pure as the dew-drop, beautiful as the morn, and harmless as the rippling water in the babbling brook. Cleanliness is next to Godliness; filth is a crime. If your hair is short and harsh and kinky; if your scalp is covered with scurf and dandruff, or itch, or eczema, it is doubtless your fault alone. If your little ones' heads are a mass of crusty, scaly, f软y scary, teeming with germs and microbes, that are invisible to the naked eye, but which are sapping the life from the hair and destroying it forever, and you allow this state to go on, it is a crime. It is your place to stop this—a duty you owe to yourself, to your child, to your Maker. OZONO is your remedy. OZONO will positively and permanently remove all the diseases, and straighten and beautify the hair, making it silky and glossy and black as the raven's wing. OZONO, as compared with other hair remedies, stands as high as the mountain peak, fair as the lily, and glorious as the sun. OZONO is King. The price is 50c. a box. It requires about four boxes to complete the treatment. OUR GRAND OFFER Write to us at once, enclosing the small sum of ONE DOLLAR, and we will immediately forward to you four large boxes of OZONO. We will also send you one large bottle of ELECTRIC SKIN REFINER, which makes rough skin soft and brightens the blackest skin, making it several shades lighter. Now, there is much fraud practiced with face bleaches. Understand, we do not advertise this bleach to make one white. God alone can accomplish this, and it would be miraculous. Upin your faith from frauds. We assert that our Refiner will soften rough skin and brighten black skin, but it can do no more. Take our advice; don't fool with any bleach that is advertised to make you white; it is more apt to poison you. We will also include one fancy jar of ELECTRICAL SKIN FOOD, which is a sure remedy for all skin Eruptions, Pimples, Black Heads, Liver Spots, and all skin Diseases. It will remove Wrinkles, Sears, Facial Blemishes, and will positively take out Small-Fox Pits. This is saying a great deal, but it is true. It makes the old look young and the young look younger. And, lastly, to prove our liberality, we will add a one-pint package of ANT-ODOR. This remedy removes all smells and odors arising from the human body. Its uses are too numerous to mention. Full directions go with all goods. This grand aggregation is worth $3.50. Send $1.00, mention the name of this paper, and you will get the goods at once. We ship all orders same day goods are received. We wish to state that we are a choriously reliable firm, having many thousand dollars in our business. We refer to the editor of this paper, or to any business house in Richmond. Our remedies and our business is founded on the altar of truth. Write your name and address plainly. Three or four southern delegates to the A M. E. general conference, now in session here, were on a car last evening, and fell to discussing the conditions of the Alro-American in the north as compared with his condition in the south. They all agreed with one of their number, who said: "The colored man up here can ride on street cars, railroad cars, attend theaters, etc. without discrimination, but when that is said all is said. There is nothing for a colored man to work at up here exin a few isolated cases, but to carry the hod, and do porter work. Down south we can work at any and all trades. We build the cars and, in fact all trades are open to us. Up north all trades are closed to the nigro. Give me the sunny south after all. We encounter more discrimination in the way of public conveyances, theatres, etc., but we are not restricted in the world of industry. Really, I look up on the condition of our people up here as being far worse than in the south. The only freedom up here is freedom to spend their money, but not freedom to make money.—Daily Dispatch, Columbus, Ohio. COLORED PEOPLE DOING WELL Columbus is one of the leading cities as well as the capital of the state. It is beautifully located on the Scioto river and is what the historians would call a picturesque place, with its magnificent buildings, its wide and well cared for streets which are beautifully lighted, its street railway system is found on all the principal streets and avenues in the city. The state house, though somewhat ancient in its design, is beautiful and well cared for. The court house is the work of our modern architects, which makes it the best arranged, as well as the largest one we have visited. The city has a population of 150,000 and about 25,000 or $30,000 colored people who are recognized and well presented in the federal, state, county and municipal government. There are ten mail carriers in the state house, there are ten that do clerical work, ten messengers and janitors. There is a colored deputy clerk for each of the four county courts, a deputy sheriff and a number of janitors for the building. They have ten guards at the penitentiary: two doing clerical work in the city waterworks office, and 17 policemen. One of the fire stations have all colored men from captain down. The Melable Iron Works employs 350 colored men; the State Plant company employs over 300 colored people. The Windal block, the largest one in the city, employs all colored help, about 50, and many other buildings employ all colored help. The eading hotels furnish employment to 300. A colored man has the contract of cleaning the streets and furnishes work for a great many of h.s people. There are four good lawyers, five physicians, two undertakers, three grocery stores, owned and controlled by colored men, the best studio is owned by a colored man and quite a number are in the barber business. The public school furnishes employment to ten --- BEFORE AFTER OZONO! King of Hair Dressings. WHAT IS OZONO? teachers and there are quite a number holding clerical positions in business houses. There are twelve churches, one club house, three lodges, Odd Fellows, Pithians and Masons, the former own their building. As a rule the clored people are doing well. Conference Notes Mrs. R C Ransom of Chicago was a confererne visitor this week. The friends of the various candidates are working very hard for the election of their favorite. Dr. J C Carey, pastor of Quinn chapel was a conference visitor Presiding Elder, and Mrs. J Bundy of the St Paul district, of the Iowa conference, was in the city attending the services of the conference this week. Rev. J W Malone of Galesburg, Ill. was a conference visitor this week. Mrs. Mary Church Terrill, president of the Afro-American Woman's league, addressed an appreciative audience Friday evening. We received a kind invitation by letter from Dr. and Mrs. E. F. Johnson of Indianapolis, to make their city, a visit at the close of conference. The Iowa delegation are working very hard for Dr. Ransom. Miss. Hallie Q. Brown, one of the talanted woman of the church, gave quite an interesting recital in the auditorium last Saturday. Miss. Brown is a candidate for Secretary of Education. The reports of the different officers are indeed very interesting As Secretary of the Sunday School Union Dr. Smith's shows that he has received in the past four years $77,159,40. The total receipts the Southern Christian Recorder $5,502,36. The secretary of the Educational Department, shows the receipts to be $26,898,05. The Financial Secretary reported $228,766,-60. this quadriannum. H. T. Arnett, Bishop Arnett has been confined to his bed this week. After the election of bishops and officers which will be this week, will do away with much faction that exist. B. F. Watson the sweet singer of Springfield Ill. conduct the singing for the conference. It is but fair to say, that the members of the conference and the citizens of Columbus that heard him, never listened to a better address than the one delivered by professor W. T. Vernon last week at the Auditorium. Dr. C. W. Newton, of Indianapol's, but formally pastor of St. Paul A. M. E. church, of Des Moines, is a conference visitor this week. The doctor is here in the interest of his friend, who is a candidate for bishop. Dr. Parks, will not allow his friends to use his name in connection with the office of bishop. It is claimed that Drs. Moore, Smith, Shaffer, Tyree, are the leading candidates for bishop. Subscribe for the Bystander. 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First African Baptist Church—Corner School and Fourth streets. Rev. F. Lomack pastor. Preaching 10:30 a. m.; Sunday school 4:30 p.m., Mr. M. E. Houston, Superintendent; Young People's meeting 7 p.m., preaching 8:00 p.m. Burn's M. E.—East Second and Des Molnes street.—Sunday services, preaching at 11:00 a. m. and 4 p. m. Sunday School at 12:30. Prayer and Class meeting, Wednesday 8 p.m. All are welcome. Rev. C. W. Holmes, pastor, 220 Des Molines street. SECRET ORDERS. North Star Lodge, No. 2, A. F. A. M.-Meets Third Thursday in each month at Masonic Hall- Hall Second and Walnut. J. F. Blags- burn, W. M.; G. H.Clegget, secretary. King Solomon Commandery, No. 6—Meets Second and Fourth Thursday in each month at Masonic hall, Fred Jackson, M.; C. G.; H. Cleggert, Rec. Nicolette Lodge, No. 2192, G. U. of O. F.—Meets First, Second and Third Tuesday each month at Odd Fellows hall on West Sixth and Walnut streets. D. Burns, N. G.; B. Brown, P. S. 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Home Treatment sent by mail or express. Drs. Fellows & Fellows DES MOINES IOWA, IOWA. 413-415 Walst,桐 A. M. E. CONFERENCE. be compelled to do a strictly cash business, II. T. Johnson, editor of the Christian Recorder, in his report said that the past four years had been a period of nervousness, official aspiration and journalistic activity without a parallel in the history of the church. He commended that the paper be placed under control of a managing editor. Rev. M. M. More presented his quadrennial report as financial secretary. This was the best report ever presented to the general conference and was received with great applause. The total dollar money collection for the quadrennial was $403,407.62. Late this afternoon the presentation of reports was resumed. EDUCATIONAL ANNIVERSARY. The anniversary of the educational board was celebrated in the auditorium last evening before a large audience. Bishop Lee presided and music was furnished by St. Paul's A. M. E. choir. Addresses on "Education" were delivered by Professor Mitchell of Wilberforce university; Professor W. T. Vernon, superintendent of the industrial school at Quindaro, Kans.: Rev. J. M. Henderson, president of MorrisBrown College, Atlanta, Ga.; Professor J. T. Layton, Washington, D. C.; Professor C. T. Garret, of all university; Columbus, S. C.; and Professor W. S. Scarboro, Wilberforce university. Professor Vernon outlined the education list needed for the Negro. He expressed himself as strongly opposed to the Negro leaving the country as advised by Bishop Turner. The speaker was given a decided ovation. Professor Henderson expressed the hope that the Negro leaders would not be swerved from their work in behalf of the race by money or political office. Miss Hallie Q Brown recited in a very pleasing manner. SINTH DAY SESSION Rev. H. B. Parks, secretary of missions, at this morning's session presented an exhaustive report detailing the work during the past four years. He said the progress of missionary enterprise as shared by the A. M. E. church has been by leaps and bounds. He recommended closely work between the parent home and missionary department. He detailed the success of the work in foreign countries. The Easter day collections have gradually increased and the indications are for even grater collections. Dr. Parks praised the women for their great work. The summary for the Woman's Parent Mite missionary society shows receipts of $5,957.58 and expenditures of $5,700.71. The total missionary receipts were $58,876 81 and expenditures $53,812.59; balance on hand April 30, $5,064.22. A very animated debate took place over this financial report owing to the fact that included in the receipts was a loan of $8,290. Some of the delegates claimed there was really a deficit of about $3,000. It is claimed by Dr. Parks' friends that this point was raised by delegates in the sixth Episcopal district, who want to defeat Dr. Parks in favor of E. W. Lee of Georgia. Bishop M. B. Slater presided, and Bishop M. B. Slater presided, and held the conference down level. H. T. Kealing, editor of the A. M. E. of wee poss and cees to epli dy de ence it from with educ ome the cees disce rom to int this wil tay n hat U n and hand win y i the e few M at an rob ags u our cars ed o D. W w k no in are on process using occup erritt and an from bld h owners ready essic tatt ased. Ling Hents nuali o Ma gress t for uber no e on apt the n even shop multiphe the conge heavy lars unific labor with wks fire. our conti nge adv o the Ameri cans. A goes to minist which Review, the quarterly publication under the control of the church, made an excellent report of his work during the past four years. He was the first layman ever elevated to the editorship of a church publication, and the success which he attained met with approval of the conference. The present indications are that Mr. Kealing will be reelected. R. M. Cheek, editor of the Southern Recorder, another church publication, was unable, because of physical infirmities, to read his report, and it was read by Dr. C. P. Nelson. The good work of the Recorder was referred to, and Dr. Cheeks pointed with pride to the fact that, although the appropriation had been very small for the publication, he had closed the four years with a deficit of but $54.26 Dr. Cheek was applauded, and the indications point to his re-election. Miss Hallie Q. Brown, one of the brightest and most talented women of the church, will give an elocutionary recital in the auditorium this evening. Miss Brown is a candidate for the office of secretary of the department of education in the church. Dr. C. T. Shaffer, secretary of the church, extension society, reported a very successful quadrennium. The total receipts were $64,474 and the balance from last quadrennium $6,351 making the total receipts $70,825. The disbursements were $58,800, leaving a balance to the credit of the society $12,025. WILBERFORCE ALUMNI. The alumni of Wilberforce university gave a reception in the auditorium last evening to all the college men in the general conference. The affair was a most enjoyable one. Columbus pulpit was very generally filled by members of the general conference of the A. M. E. church. This is the greatest conference ever held by the A. M. E. church and the good people of the city are learning to admire the leaders of the church here represented. There are many of the leading colored men from all parts of the country and from many foreign countries and the fact that they have been invited to fill some of the pulpits of the city shows that the spirit of brotherliness is being emphasized at this time. The pulpits of many cities around Columbus were also filled by delegates. The Republican State convention of Missouri held Wednesday in Kansas City, selected four colored men as alternates at large to the National Republican convention, Lewis Woods and J. C. Chastine of Kansas City; O. M. Wood of St. Louis and H. H. Walker of St. Joseph. Attorney Cee. II, Woodson left last Saturday for Washington, D. C., to visit relatives and friends. He will be gone about five weeks and will attend the republican convention at Philadelphia, Pa, as he is an alternate delegate. We received a beautiful souvenir of views of the scenery and route of the Union Pacific R'y., from the Missouri river to the pacific ocean. The scenery is fine and the U. P. R'y. Co., is the first to cross the Rocky mountains, and is one of the best equipped and safest roads in the great west for quick transit. We would advise parties contemplating western tours to write the U. P. Ry. Co. DES MOINES' COLORED ATHLETE. Mr. Beverly Clark, who is in the senior class of the East Side High School, has again set the athlets of Iowa wild. Last week at our city local field meet he captured four first prizes and one second, lowering the state record in the high jump. Last year he lowered the state college record at the local meet, and his phenomenal high jump was much discussed by college men through Iowa, but he did not attend the State meet. This year he will attend the State Field meet which will be held in Council Bluffs, Friday May 18. At our local meet last week he took first place in high jump, shot put, 100 yard dash, 220 yard dash and hurling discuss, and second in 220 yard hurdle. Mr. Clark is scheduled in six different events at the State Field meet to day and we hope, and feel certain he will win many honors for his class and Des Moines, and still greater honors to his race. Des Moines can boast of two of the best colored ath'e:s in Iowa, Kenneth Hamilton and Beverly Clark, they are fine specimen of young men. Subscribe for the Bystander. --- The Half The Half The Half MARY GLENN WAS ONE OF THE MOST NOTED THIEVES. An Incident in Her Early Life Led Her to Adopt the Occupation of Robber as a Means of Keeping the Miserable Once. In a lonely, wretched hovel near Redwood, Texas, two workmen recently found the body of Mary Glenn, the most noted highwaywoman the world has ever known. She was born in Philadelphia, and until 16 years old enjoyed all the advantages that fond and moderately well-to-do parents could give. Then her parents died and she had to fight the battle of life alone. She was the oldest child of the family, and her brothers and sisters were dependent upon her. She found employment, and her work brought to her observation the misery and sufferings of the poor. Her noble, generous heart was touched, and she devoted her spare time and as much of her earnings as possible toward the relief of these suffering people. She solicited aid from the wealthy and often her requests were granted. On one occasion she found a family in dire need of food and medical attendance. She went to a multi-millionaire, and begged for a small sum of money to relieve the mother's distress, to cloth the new-born babe and to save the other six emaciated children of the family from starvation. The rich man refused her appeal and drove her from his office. That night his palatial home was robbed of three times the amount that had been asked for, but the thief was too late on her mission of mercy, for as Mary Glenn was hurrying along the streets with her booty, the mother and new-born babe died. This incident aroused her to desperation, and she solemnly vowed that from that time forth she would rob the rich that she might succor the poor. For years she carried on her work of robbery and mercy in Philadelphia, New York, Chicago, Dallas and may other cities. Near Dallas, Texas, she once uped a wealthy ranchman in the darkest of the night. He shot three times at her, but by striking his arm she destroyed his arm and saved her life. By the flash of his revolver he saw that his assailant was a woman, and flinging her a bag of money rode away. The beauty and daring of the woman captured the heart of the ranchman. The flash of his pistol indelibly impressed her features upon his memory. A few days later he met her on the plains, recognized her, and gave her the choice of becoming his wife or his prisoner. She accepted the former C. MARY GLENN. proposition and the couple lived happily together for three years, when the husband was killed by a broncho which he was breaking. He always humored his wife in her charitable work, and his fortune was always at her disposal. No children were born to them, and upon his death his property went to two sons by his first wife. Mary Glenn was again poor and was soon again in her old walks of life, robbing the rich for the poor. She was the principal in many bold frontier robberies, and captured many noted criminals for whom large rewards were offered. Her daring and romantic life was not fully known until after her death. Then it was told by an old negress who for many years had lived upon the gifts of this remarkable highwaywoman. Other beneficiaries of her bounty have since confirmed the story of her life. Order Against Dancing. Maj. Stoch, the new Indian agent at the Cheyenne and Arapahoe agency, has issued an order forbidding all white employees of the government from dancing at the agency or upon the reservation. He declares that he is compelled to forbid Indian dancing, and that a good example should be placed before them by himself and all employees, and that when he informs the Indians that all persons, whites as well as reds, are forbidden to dance they will be much more willing to obey. St. Louis Globe-Democrat. Buried Alive for Murder From China comes the story that in the city of Huaehoefu on Feb. 27 the punishment of burial alive was inflicted on a Chinese woman who attempted to poison her husband. The woman's mother-in-law ordered the grave dug, and then the victim, bound hand and foot, was carried to it, followed by a crowd. No protest was made by any one against the barbarous punishment. If some arrangement can be made to save us from our friends, we can take care of our enemies at our leisure. Frightful Treatment of Americans by Filippo The Manilla paper, the American, of recent date, which has just reached San Francisco on the transport Tartar, tells a terrible tale of burning at the stake and other tortures inflicted upon three American prisoners in the hands of insurgents of Panay island. He relates how Privates Dugan, Tracy and Hayes of Company F, Twenty-sixth infantry, fell out of the ranks during an expedition into the interior of Panay and started on a search for "tuba," the native wine. They fell into the hands of the insurgents. They were taken to the town of Calinaga, where they were imprisoned until the occasion of a big "fliesta" in the village, when they were led out to the public square and tied to stakes. The Filipinos decided not to put them to death at once. Accordingly slow fires were lighted and their feet were roasted, while natives under the direction of a local Filipino "padre" swarmed about them, jabbing with knives and cutting strips of flesh from their bodies. Then red-hot irons were applied, cruelly searing them. When the victims had all but lost consciousness they were released from the stakes and dragged through the streets by the now frenzied mob. Finally one of their tormentors was ordered to slay them, which he did with his "bolo." Some time afterward Lieut-Col. Dickman of the Twenty-sixth, with a small force reconnotering that district, discovered their graves. QUEER WEDDING. Prisoner and Faithful Sweetheart Married in Governor's Mansion One of the queerest marriages in the history of Missouri occurred in the executive mansion at Jefferson City the other day. Two years ago George W. Wilson won the heart of 16-year-old Maud Mallot of Clay county. He induced her to leave her parents' home and together they went away. On first one pretext and then another he failed to marry her, and then her father found them and took his daughter home. Later Wilson was arrested and sentenced to the penitentiary for five years. The girl overlooked the wrong she had suffered. She forgave and forgot all else in the presence of the fact that he must suffer imprisonment for five years. She determined that he should be free. It was a hard struggle. The citizens of Clay county were loth to work in Wilson's behalf because they thought he got what he richly deserved. She got several hundred signers to her petition, and finally stormed her father, who, at first obdurate, finally yielded, and at last the pardon was granted. The girl's struggle awakened the true affections of the young man, and he proposed that she accept him as her husband. Soon after the *strips* had been changed for citizens' clothes, the wedding was performed by the prison chaplain. Gov. Stephens offered the young people the use of the executive mansion for their wedding and they accepted it. QUEER THINGS IN POKER. Among Which Is the Luck of Beginn- 2057 "There are three things in poker," said a Michigan man the other day, "which have always impressed me strongly. One is that a beginner generally wins; that the simplest tricks are used by the most successful card sharks, and that the ruling passion is stronger than death. One case in particular comes to my mind to illustrate this latter fact. In a New York town lived a man—we will say Mr. B—who had played poker all his life. He was seventy-two years of age when taken seriously sick; the doctors gave him up as dying, but the sick man invited in a few of his friends and insisted on a final game of poker. They played. That was eight years ago. The man is alive today, and the best doctors in New York say that card playing saved his life. From that time until today a small card game is run at his home, and, while the town is rabid on the anti-gambling question, the authorities, understanding the circumstances, make no kick. In an honest game a new player almost always wins. I've seen them go in against old players—men who thought they understood the game—and win where a professional would lose his wad." ELOPED WITH COACHMAN. After Coming from Holland. The romance of an heirress and her coachman, which has its beginning in Amsterdam, Holland, has just ended at Appleton, Wis., where the young couple have settled down to married life. Marie Altsz was a beautiful young heirress in Holland and Adrian Schoemaker was coachman for the girl's brother. An affection sprang up between the young people, which, being discovered by the brother of the girl, occasioned a stormy scene between the brother and sister and the discharge of the coachman. The girl fled with the coachman to Rotterdam, where they endeavored to have a marriage ceremony performed. Owing to the fact that three weeks of publication of the bans in the civil courts is required, and fearful that the influence of the brother would be sufficiently powerful to separate them if matters were delayed, they sailed for New York on the steamer Rotterdam. Upon arriving in New York they were at once married by a justice of the peace in Hoboken. After a day or two in New York they went to Appleton. A mummy discovered two years ago in Egypt has now been identified in France as that of the Pharaoh of the Exodus. PROSPERITY PROTECTION LOOK OUT FOR THE LOCOMOTIVE DEFROCK FREEC TRAPS --- THE MERCHANT MARINE FLEET SAVES THE EMPIRE. New Shipping Makes Good Her Eminous Adverse Balance of Trade — Shipbuilder Cramp's Views — Passage of the Shipping Bill Is Urged. Four generations of the Cramp family have in succession contributed to their present pre-eminence in American shipbuilding. Their Philadelphia shipyard now ranks in extent and output with the best in Europe, its product being always regarded as unexcelled in finish and efficiency. Mr. Charles H. Cramp is the present head of the family and its shipbuilding company. On this account, and the weight of authority given to his utterances on the subject of shipbuilding, as well as the probable early passage of the shipping bill, what he says is of timely value. "Great Britain's imports in 1897," said Mr. Cramp, when asked for a brief statement, exceeded her exports by $780,000,000, which is the largest adverse balance of trade in British history. How does she make it good? Chiefly through her vast shipping. Let me explain: At the last meeting of the directorate of the Peninsular and Oriental Steamship Company—the largest in the world, by the way—its president placed its average earnings at $50 per gross ton, and which, in view of the competition to which it is subjected, may be regarded as the minimum per ton earning of British steamships. Information from other authentic sources indicates that the average earning of the entire British steam fleet, consisting of 7,310,000 tons, will not fall short of $70 per ton per year. The British steam fleet, therefore, annually earns $500,000,000 a year. Her sea-going sailing fleet, consisting of 2,735,976 tons, earns between $45 and $50 per ton per year, or say in the aggregate $130,000,000. The annual profits of banking, commissions and insurance in connection with this shipping are about 14 per cent of the traffic earnings. This shows: Steam fleet earn $500,000,000, sailing fleet earns $130,000,000, and other profits on shipping amount to $68,200,-000—showing a total annual earning from British shipping of $698,200,000 a year, say in round numbers $700,-000,000. "The earnings of her shipping, it will be seen, nearly wipes out Great Britain's adverse trade balance," continued Mr. Cramp, "and her revenue from foreign investments far more than exceeds the difference. "Of this colossal revenue," concluded Mr. Cramp, "the United States contributes a little more than two-fifths directly; or, in other words, the producers and consumers of the United States pay to British ship owners not less than $280,000,000 a year as the common carriers of American commerce to and from all parts of the world." Congress is therefore confronted with the necessity of relieving the CAN HE ESCAPE LOOK OUT FOR THE LOCOMOTIVE GEFROCK Sandhops. American people from the annual drain of $280,000,000 now contributed by them for the employment and permanent enrichment of Britons. It is conceded by all, and the president and his cabinet are emphatic on the subject, that the only way of overcoming this adverse and dangerous condition is for congress to speedily come to the aid of American shipping. The passage of the shipping bill, the provisions of which are in perfect accord with the urgent official recommendations of the president and the secretary of the treasury, and which bill has been favorably reported from the committees to each branch of congress, will revive American shipping in the foreign trade and lead to the eventual retention at home of these vast millions, the foreign outgo of which drains us of all our gold or its equivalent in our products. Expansion for Farmers The agricultural reports show that our sales of agricultural products abroad during the past three years, 1897-1899, were more than $500,000,000 greater than in the preceding three years, 1894-1896. The American farmer is participating in the benefits of expansion. David Jeokvil-Hyde Hill The report that the Hon. David B. Hill is prepared to support a platform that drove him to the political woods in 1896 is by no means startling. David is just that sort of person. JOE SIBLEY'S PLATFORM. Tells a New York "Yellow" Why He Will Seek Re-Election. Congressman Joe Sibley, who was nominated by the Republicans of the district in Pennsylvania that formerly was represented by a Democrat, was asked by a correspondent of the New York Journal on what platform he proposed to ask for re-election to Congress. His reply was characteristic of the man. He said: "As an optimist, and not as a pessimist; as in favor of $16 a thousand for hemlock lumber in my district as against $6 a thousand four years ago; for 9-cent cotton as against 4-cent cotton; for $1.55 a barrel for all as against 55 cents a barrel; for 40-cent corn as against 20-cent corn; for a bigger rate per ton for the man who digs the coal than was paid to the owner four years ago; for three-eighths of one per cent of the population out of employment as against 40 per cent four years ago; for $2 a ton for carrying ore on the great lakes as against 60 cents a ton; for $2.55 a day for the ore handlers as against $1.25; for an average increase of 25 per cent in wages over four years ago; for a surplus of $90,000,000 in our national budget as against a deficit of $75,000,000,000 under the last Democratic administration; for the continuance of the opportunity for every man to secure remunerative employment, and the banishment forever of soup houses from this glorious country; for an export trade of two billions annually, requiring three times greater product of our manufactures than we have at the present time; for the growing trade of the Orient, which will require all the farm products of the great west and a good deal of our industries, and will keep wheat at $1 a bushel and upward. "There are 100 more planks in my platform similar to the above, but my chief plank is that I am for a continuance of the splendid prosperity that we are enjoying under the administration of President McKinley." Jeffersonian Imperialism. Mr. Bryan's recent remarks about "imperialism" sound very much like the criticisms that were hurled at the Jefferson administration when the Louisiana purchase bill was before Congress. As a sample here is a quotation from the New York Herald of March 21, 1804: "We revolted from Great Britain because her Parliament taxed us without our consent, expressed by representatives. Our colonies may adopt our principles. Even the limited monarchy proposed in the bill now under discussion in the House of Representatives will not probably be established, and it is next to a certainty that the session will terminate leaving Jefferson in complete possession of all the despotic powers which were lately acquired by the Spanish monarch." Colored Voters. Senator Tillman's recent speech about the negro voter seems to have been but a preliminary toward disfranchising him in the south, judging from the action of the leading political party in Virginia. This evi- E A SMASH-UP? PROSPERITY PROTECTION FREE TRAVEL dently is in strange contrast with the avowed anxiety of members of the same party to admit the native Porto Rican to the full rights of American citizenship. Big Trusts Fighting. Recent troubles between the steel and wire combines show that even big trusts can not compete amicably for trade. As a matter of fact, the bigger the corporation, and the more it attracts publicity, the more vulnerable it is if it does not deal fairly by the public or its employees. More Work at Home With 100 per cent of increase in the population of the United States during the last thirty years, there has been an increase of only 60 per cent in our total imports of foreign goods. This shows how the American workman under protection is acquiring the American market. Populistic Wisdom: The Hon. Thomas E. Watson has a corner on the wisdom in Populistic circles. He declares the issues upon which the party existed are all dead and he will not assist the Democratic combine in its effort to dangle the corpse in the faces of the people. The Railroad Record. There were 4,500 miles of new railroad built last year, as against 2,219 miles in 1898, and 1,650 miles in 1895. TESTIFY IN THE IDAHO MINING INVESTIGATION. Ate Prisoners' Food and Thought It Excellent — Punished Miners Who Tried to Bid a Tunnel and Escape. The Military Affairs Committee has listened to the testimony of three army officers on the matter of the treatment of the Coeur d'Alene miners, held as prisoners in Idaho by the soldiers, and on the general character of the food and accommodations. Capt. Edwards narrated the circumstances of the detention of Mr. Heney after the state authorities had given permission for his release. He said that a tunnel had been dug by the prisoners, that they might escape. When it was discovered investigation was made to determine who had done it. He suspected that Mr. Simpkins had been a leader of this movement, accused him, and upon admission, had him confined in the county jail. He ordered Mr. Heney and some of the other prisoners to fill up this tunnel, and they refused to work. For this insubordination, the witness said, he put Mr. Heney on bread and water, for the good of prison discipline, and held him until he had performed the work. Some other prisoners had been punished by his orders for violation of prison rules. This punishment consisted of a diet of bread and water, and being required to forego the luxury of hay for their beds. This, however, was not severe because they had their blankets and quilts to sleep on. He said there was no denial of free speech, and added that on the 4th of July, a celebration was had in which the soldiers, as well as the men, participated; speeches were made, rough riding and other games were indulged in. The suppression of the Mullen Mirror, and the order preventing the commemoration of July 11th, by a public gathering, originated with the civil and not the military authorities. Major Allen Smith of the 1st Cavalry corroborated much of Capt. Edwards' testimony, and approved all of the measures taken by the latter, such as the punishment of prisoners, for the good of prison discipline. He told of a meeting which had been held at which the question of permitting men to resume work at the pumps was considered. The union had ordered the men to quit the pumps, and as this would have resulted very speedily in the flooding and the destruction of the mines, the matter was brought to the attention of the witness and of Lieut. Lyons. Ten minutes was given the union to meet and rescind its action, and the union complied, after which the men returned to work. Had this action not been taken the mines would have been damaged to such an extent that it is doubtful if they could ever have been resumed. Major Smith said that he had not arrested any one, but that he had required a man to be prosecuted for draping the American flag in black, and putting it at half mast on the 4th of July. He said he had received no complaints of brutal or inhuman treatment of the men, nor had he heard any complaints of suffering among their families. As to the quantity and quality of the food served he said it was sufficient and very good. Lleut. Heiberg testified as to the treatment of prisoners and their food and accommodations. He said that he had heard of no infractions of the rules by the men, nor of any improper treatment of them by the troops. He said he subsisted for two weeks and a half upon the food from the prison kitchen, and considered it of superior excellence. As to the matter of punishment inflicted by Capt. Edwards he considered that it was not severe, and that it was necessary to maintain discipline. Nebraska's Farm Values. Regarding the prosperity now prevalent in the west, a paper from the interior of Nebraska says: "With the price of steers ranging at from $4.60 to $5 in Omaha, hogs near the $5.50 mark, corn near the 30 mark at home, and the country full of money, it doesn't look as though the presidential campaign is going to materially affect prosperity, at least not in the agricultural and stock-growing belt. Four years ago hogs sold for $2.80 in Stanton, while good corn commanded but 14 cents. Oats, rye and barley show the same wide difference in price. Butter is worth nearly double what it was then. The same is true of everything the farmer has to sell, with the exception of wheat, and even that is several cents higher now than then." Nebraska's Horrible Example Nebraska's Horrible Example. Nebraska affords a striking horrible example of the effects of a Democratic administration and a free trade tariff. Its bank deposits show it: These figures represent the deposits in all banks in Nebraska under State supervision only. The decline during the Democratic administration of 1893-97 is as remarkable as the increase in deposits under the present administration of President McKinley. Demand for Paper. The man who writes the Kansas City platform will have to draw heavily upon the paper mills if he attempts to explain all of the misca-ried predictions of 1896. When a man has a white dab on his shoulder he can always say its chalk off a billiard cue, but when a girl smells of brilliantine she can only deny it. Proposed Alliance With England. If the United States and England should form an alliance there would be little chance for enemies to overcome us. When men and women keep up their health with Hostetter's Stomach Bitters, there is little chance of attacks from disease, as it steadies the nerves and increases the appetite. Try it. Ground oats are good for calves, and should be fed dry. A Blood Trouble That is that tired feeling—blood lacks vitality and richness, and hence you fell like a lagerard all day and can't get rested at night. Hood's Sarsaparilla will cure you because it will restore to the blood the qualities it needs to nourish, strengthen and sustain the muscles, nerves and organs of the body. It gives sweet, refreshing sleep and imparts new life and vigor to every function. Felt Tired! In the spring I would have no appetite and would feel tired and without ambition. Took Hood's Sarsaparilla in small doses, increasing as I grew stronger. That tired feeling left me and I felt better in every way." W. E. BAKER, Box 69, Milford, Ohio. Hood's Sarsaparilla Is the Best Medicine Money Can Buy. Prepared by C. I. Hood & Co., Lowell, Mass. Convention is the soul's barbed-wire fence to keep the cattle off. Do Your Feet Ache and Burn? Shake into your shoes Allen's Foot-Ease, a powder for the feet. It makes tight or New Shoes feel Easy. Cures Corns, Bunions, Swollen, Hot and Sweating Feet. At all Druggists and Shoe Stores, 25c. Sample sent FREE. Address Allen S. Olmsted, LeRoy, N. Y. Marriage is like most other good things—it's mighty easy to get too much of it. Coughing Leads to Consumption. Kemp's Balsam will stop the cough at once. Go to your druggist to-day and get a sample bottle free. Sold in 25 and 50 cent bottles. Go at once; delays are dangerous. A wire trust is being formed in Germany. Hall's Catarrh Cure Is taken internally. Price, 750. A ladies' tailor has a hard row to hoe. He has to re-form so many of his customers. Chronic Sore Leg. Mr. J. Richardson had a running sore on his leg for 20 years. Tried doctors and medicines without end or any permanent good. Mr. L. B. Nunnally, druggist, Hartford, Ia., recommended Morley's Sarsaparilla and Iron to cure the cause of the sore and make it heal from the inside. A few bottles cured my leg, and put me in better health than I have been for 20 years. Sold by agent in every town. Some people dye their hair because it is gray, and some because of lack of gray matter in their understanding. ABSOLUTE SECURITY. Genuine Carter's Little Liver Pills. Must Bear Signature of Brenkwood See Fac-Simile Wrapper Below. Very small and as easy to take as sugar. CARTER'S LITTLE LIVER PILLS. FOR HEADACHE. FOR DIZZINESS. FOR BILIOUSNESS. FOR TORPID LIVER. FOR CONSTIPATION. FOR SALLOW SKIN. FOR THE COMPLEXION $ Price 25 Cents Furry Vegetable CURE BICK HEADACHE. ALABASTINE is a durable and natural cement- base wall coating. in 5 lb paper package, made ready for use in in white and fourteen beautiful tints by mixing with cold water. It is a cement that goes through a process of setting, hardens with age, and can be coated and recounted without washing off its old coats before renewing. ALABASTINE Is entirely different from all the various kaloniesne on the market, being durable and not stuck on the wall with glue. Alabastine customers should insist on having the goods in packages properly labeled. They should reject all imitations. There is nothing "just as good." Prevents much sickness, particularly throat and lung difficulties, attributable to unanilinary coatings on walls. It has been recommended in a paper published by the Michigan State Board of Health on account of its sanitary features; which paper strongly condemned kalomines. Alabastine can be used on either plaster wall, or wool wall, but is not used on wood and any one can brush it on. It admits of radical changes from wall paper decorations, then securing at reasonable expense the latest and best effecta. Alabastine is manufactured by the Alabastine Company of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Inventory and interesting booklet mailed free to all arguments. --- Small Decominations Collected. In Turkey the unit of value is the instrate, which is divided into forty nas, while the para is divided into see apes. As the piastre is only with 4.4 cents, the para is worth a dle more than a tenth of a cent, and aspe is worth a trifle over one enty-seventh of a cent. When an american in Turkey wants to feel rich, goes forth and buys some 2,700 pes, which he spends with lavish and over the bargain counters of the rental bazaars. The Title of Honon Two workingmen were looking at an illustrated paper containing portraits of heroes of the war in South Africa. On coming to a picture of Lord Roberts, one of them read out: "Field Marshal Lord Roberts. V. C. G. C. B. What's G. C. B. mean, Jim?" "Why, 'generally called Bob's,' of course. Didn't you know that?" answered his friend scornfully.—Answers. Sorting Her's Bristles in China Sorting Hog's Bristles in China. An example of patient industry is the sorting of hogs' bristles as it is carried on at Tien-Tsin, China. Each bristle of the 600,000 kilograms exported from that place in 1898 had to be picked out, measured and placed in the bundle of hairs of corresponding length; and the different lengths by which the hairs are sorted are numerous. Mountaineers' Blushes Lost Creek Lyre: If Miss Olga Nethersole will fetch her "Sapho" to this camp and act it, she will be treated like a high-born lady and protected from legal and religious interference, no matter how many involuntary blushes she may pull out of our old mountain tanned faces.-Denver Post, Ninety Years in Jail At the recent meeting of the Michigan whistlers in this city the penalty for a player trumping his or her partner's ace was fixed at ninety years in jail, the property of the criminal to be confiscated by the association. Kalamazoo Gazette-News. The Shriner at Washington On May 19th, 20th and 21st the Big Four, C. & C. will sell round trip excursion tickets to Washington at one fare for round trip. For maps, rates, etc., address J. C. Tucker, G. N. A., 234 Clark St. Chicago. I do not believe Plose's Cure for Consumption has an equal for coughs and colds—JOHN FOYER, Trinity Springs, Ind., Feb. 15, 1900. The trouble with the trusts is that the trustees will not trust the people. FITS Permanently Cured. No fits or nervousness after first day's use of Dr. Kline's Great Navel Restorer. For the first 60 days, 400 trial bodied creams. Dr. R. H. KLINE, Ltd., 931 Arch St. Philadelphia, Pa. The best prophet of the future is the past. Dyeing is as simple as washing when you use PUTNAM FADELESS DYES. However much actors may quarrel they generally "make up" before the performance. Remove the causes that make your hair lifeless with PUTNAM HAIR BALSAM. MIDDLEBOOK's, the best cure for corns. 15cts. Forget yourself, and others will think of you. Carter's Ink Is the Best Ink made, but no dearer than the poorest. Has the largest sale of any ink in the world. The sea of matrimony swamps many a courtship. $20.00 A WEEK AND EXPENSES to agents selling our household goods. Sell on sight. Write C. H. Marshall & Co., Chicago. The battleship Iowa is being overhaul and repaired. IN THE LAKE COUNTRY of Northern Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota and Michigan, there are hundreds of the most charming Summer Resorts awaiting the arrival of thousands of tourists from the South and East. Among the place of near by places are Fox Lake, Delavan, Lauderdale, Waukesha, Oconomowoc, Palmyra, The Dells at Kilbourn, Elkhart and Madison, while a little further off are Minocqua, Star Lake, Frontenac, White Bear, Minnetonka and Marquette on Lake Superior. For pamphlet of "Summer Homes for 1900," or for copy of our handsomely illustrated Summer book, entitled "In The Lake Country," apply to nearest ticket agent or address with four cents in postage, Geo. H. Heafford, General Passenger Agent, Old Colony Building, Chicago, Ill. A native Eskimo has been ordained as a Swedish minister in Chicago. Lane's Family Medicine. Moves the bowels each day. In or der to be healthy this is necessary. Acts gently on the liver and kidneys. Cures sick headache. Price 25 and 50c. Be sure you are right, then let the girl go ahead. Consumption is a germ disease. The germs are everywhere, but they cannot get hold of you unless you get your lungs ready for them by neglecting a cold or failing to properly cure a cough. The important merit of Morley's Honey Pectoral is, that while it cures quickly it cures thoroughly. Sold by agent in every town. A. C. Holmes, of Walton, N. Y., whose wife died a few months ago, advertised for another spouse, specifying that No. 2 must be content to wear "a lot of nice clothes" left by No. 1. Are You Using Allen's Foot-Ease? It is the only cure for Swollen, Smarting, Burning, Sweating Feet, Corns and Bunlons. Ask for Allen's Foot-Ease, a powder to be shaken into the shoes. At all Druggists and Shoe Stores, 25c. Sample sent FREE. Address Allen S. Olmsted. LeRoy N. Y. For Admission of Outsiders to Methodist Conference. Losing Fighters Against Paragraphs Which Criticise President McKinley Will Take the Fight to the Floor in the Form of a Minority Report. Chicago, May 18.—While the morning session in the Methodist conference was in progress Bishop Charles C. McCabe occupied the chair. There was trouble at the forenoon session over the police regulations put in effect to keep the floor clear of outsiders while the balloting was going on. The ministers had been accustomed to perfect freedom, and when a big policeman stopped them and made them produce tickets they felt insulted. The Rev. William H. Shier of Detroit protested that the policemen were "half full of beer." It was then announced that the policeman in charge of the detail was a member of a Methodist church in good standing. Judge Horton became slightly indignant at the implied criticism of the committee on arrangements. The board of bishops appointed a committee of fifteen to formulate plans for the twentieth century movement. J. W. Bashford is chairman. A committee of fifteen to report on the question of federation of the Methodist church north and south was ordered. The report of the committee on book concern was taken up, and it was finally ordered that the New York Christian Advocate may continue publication provided a guarantee against loss is given and a contract that part of the profits will be paid to the book concern. A memorial authorizing bishops to unite churches at annual conferences to preserve the property rights involved in any transfer was recommended for passage. The friends of President McKinley in the temperance committee who made a losing fight against the adoption of paragraphs which criticise the president for his acceptance of the Griggs decision in the anti-canteen law will take the fight to the floor of the conference in the form of a minority report, to be presented by Dr. J. E. Price of the New York conference. The majority report, including the attack on the president, was adopted after a long fight on several paragraphs which referred to the attitude of the church on the license question. Among the recommendations made by the report is: "Ministers and members of our churches should not become nor remain members of social clubs which keep a bar or provide intoxicating liquors for the use of their members and others." The committee on the state of the church debated the question of raising the ban on amusements for two and a half hours. It is expected that the final vote will be taken tomorrow, and that it will favor the removal of the prohibitory ban on some of the amusements now discountenanced. Conference and district territorial changes were made by the committee on boundaries. At the request of Bishop Hartzell the Congo mission conference was divided into two bodies—the East Central Africa mission conference and the West Central Africa mission conference. The northwest Iowa conference was put back into the Eighth district from the Ninth, and Needles (Cal.) conference was transferred from the Southern California conference. The general conference accepts the recommendations of the committee as final. In the committee on temporal economy a subcommittee on church insurance was appointed to report on the advisability of having a church insurance society. The City Evangelization union held its anniversary at the Auditorium hotel. Students Attack the Police. Lincoln, Neb., May 18.—The ill-feeling which has existed for several years between the students of the state university and the police of this city culminated in a pitched battle in front of police headquarters. More than 300 students assailed the city hall with stones, breaking windows and creating a general disturbance. The attack was resented by two policemen, who were at once set upon and roughly handled by the students. In the mixup Patrolman Harr suffered a broken leg and several of the students were severely injured. Chief of Police Hergland announced that arrests may follow. Go to Belleve Coomassle. Prashu, Gold Coast Colony, May 18. Four hundred Hausas have mobilized here, with fifty members of the guard of the Ashantee gold mines. The rest of the force will advance to Coomassie. The Cape Coast relief column is hurrying up provisions. The Adansi tribesmen are in arms against the friendly Bekwals. The Ashantees are in considerable force at Coomassie. Three Fire Victims Dead. Chicago, May 18.—Those who died from the effects of their injuries in yesterday's fire at the Hotel Helene are S. G. MacHatton, 36 years old, superintendent of the real estate department of the American Trust and Savings bank; Lena Peterson, also known as Lena Pierson, 23 years old; chambermald employed in the hotel; Charlotte Pierson, 23 years old, waitress. Rio Janeiro, May 17—One of the most disastrous accidents that ever befall an opera company was the almost complete destruction by yellow fever of an Italian opera company which gave performances recently in the City of Manor, Amazonas, and other cities in central Brazil. The first evidence of the dreadful disease made its appearance when several members of the company attended a masked ball. Upon returning from the affair the director of the company, Sig. Solnik, was taken sick and died of the fever three hours later. Shortly after the leading prima donna, Theresa Zeclcchi, developed symptoms of the fever, which frightened her into hysterics. In a paroxysm she bit her tongue through and bled to death. Twelve members of the company were then taken with the fever and died, only three surviving. Those who escaped took their departure from the country for Genoa. ON VISIT TO OLD COUNTRY. Large Party of Scandinavians Sail on the Oceanic. New York, May 17.—On the White Star liner Oceanic, which sailed today, there was a very large party of Scandinavians on a pleasure trip to their native land, under the leadership of Rev. B. B. Haugen and Professor Theodore F. Reimstad. Over 300 of them were from Minneapolis and the Northwest, and came to New York on two special trains. Another train load of 250 came from Chicago. Altogether, the Oceanic had 1,120 third-class passengers, of whom over 700 were Scandinavians. In the saloon there were 540 passengers and 252 in the second saloon. With a crew of 450, there were 2,162 souls on board the Oceanic when she sailed away this morning for Liverpool. Kansas Republican Ticket. Kansas Republican Index Topeka, Kan., May 18.—The republican state convention here nominated candidates and delegates with unexpected unanimity. The only balloting was on candidates for electors, for congressman-at-large, and M. A. Lowe for delegate to Philadelphia. The resolutions' indorse the national and state administrations and pledge the delegates to support McKinley. State ticket: For governor, W. E. Stanley; for lieutenant-governor, H. E. Richter; for associate justice, W. A. Johnson; for secretary of state, George A. Clark; for treasurer, Frank Grimes; for auditor, George E. Cole; for attorney-general, A. A. Godard; for superintendent of public instruction, Frank Nelson; for insurance commissioner, W. V. Church; for congressman-at-large, Charles F. Scott; for presidential electors-at-large, A. W. Smith, I. F. Bradley and O. P. Ergenbright; delegates-at-large to Philadelphia convention, M. A. Lowe, W. S. Metcalf, A. C. Dubols, B. H Tracy, E. W. Wellington, Frank Martin; alternates, G. W. Ford, A. D Walker, E. W. Nimocks, J. J. Mitchell, Frank Shane, O. F. Lewis North Dakota Republicans. Fargo, N. D., May 18.—The State Republican convention elected at large to the national convention Senators Hansbrough and McCumber, R. N. Stevens of Bismarck, Stephen Collins of Grand Forks, H. Holmes of Bathgate, H. C. Plumley of Fargo. Alternates—R. S. Blackwell of Lamoure, Wanen Steele of Cavaller, C. N. Brown of Morton, Fred Leutz of Horton, G. A. White of Traill, E. N. Swiggum of Walsh. The resolutions laud McKinley and indorse his nomination. Minnesota Republican Convention Minneapolis, Minn., May 18.—The State Republican convention met with 1,180 delegates entitled to seats, and nearly all were present. Former Lieut.-Gov. Gideon S. Ives, was made chairman. A resolution naming Senators Davis and Nelson, Thomas Lowry of Minneapolis, and Samuel Lord of Kasson as the four delegates-at-large was passed. The resolutions indorse McKinley and his administration. "Section 30" Case Is Ended. St. Paul, Minn., May 18.—The final chapter in the contest over the famous and very valuable Minnesota iron land known as "section 30" was closed by a Supreme court decision in the case of the Midway company against Frank W. Eaton et al., in which the court affirmed the judgment of the lower court and declares that Eaton is entitled to 160 acres, located by him through the power of attorney given him by Ovillie Moreau, a mixed-blood squaw of the Sioux nation. Mock Duel May Cause Death. Brazil, Ind., May 18.—George Garber, aged 16, and Ernest Burgass, aged 12, agreed to fight a duel just for fun, and, loading their guns with cartridges from which the bullets were supposed to have been drawn, stepped off fifty yards and wheeled face about and fired at each other. Garber had failed to extract the bullet from the cartridge he used, and it entered his playmate's stomach, inflicting a wound which the physicians say will prove fatal. Dedicate Odd Fellows Home. Greensburg, Ind., May 18.—The Indiana Odd Fellows' home was dedicated here in the presence of one of the largest crowds of people ever assembled in this city. Jilted Lover Leaps to Death. New York, May 18.—Another man leaped from the Brooklyn bridge. It is believed that he was August A. Pless, 25 years old. Pless lived with his mother, who has a candy store. He had been filled by his sweetheart. ROBERTS AT KROONSTAD Transvaalers Cross Vaal to Fight On Their Own Soil. LONDON, May 14.—The situation at the seat of war in South Africa is as satisfactory from the British point of view as the most sanguine friend could have hoped a week ago. The occupation of Kroonstad practically places the whole Orange Free State in British possession. It is evident from Lord Roberts's last dispatch that the disintegration has commenced. The Free Staters are scattering to their homes, while the Transvaalers have gone northward, declining to fight longer in the Orange Free State. What little resistance the former still are likely to make seems to be centering at Lindley, whither President Steyn has transferred his government. It is evident that the strategy of Lord Roberts and the rapidity of his advance have bewildered and disheartened the Boers, as their resistance since the British reached Zand river has been slight. The war office has received the following dispatch from Roberts: "KROONSTAD, May 12.—I entered Kroonstad without opposition to day, when the Union Jack was hoisted amidst cheers from the few British residents. Steyn fled last evening, after vainly endeavoring to persuade the burghers to continue opposing us. The Transvaalers said they would no longer fight on Orange Free State soil and made off for the Vaal river. Free Staters accused the Transvaalers of having made use of them and then deserting. Many of the Free Staters have gone to their homes. Before leaving Kroonstad, President Steyn issued a proclamation making Lindley the seat of government of the Free State. Generals Botha and DeW accompanied the Transvaalers." A BLOT ON OUR ESCUTCHEON. Extent of Postal Frauds in Cuba Increas- ing in Investigation Proceeds Ing as Investigation Proceeds. HAVANA, May 16.—The extent of the postal frauds is far greater than what was originally expected. Besides taking in the postal department, the frauds seem to include the local office at Havana and various other offices throughout the island, and also to have extended to outside points which have been used for the sale of some of the old issue of stamps that were ordered destroyed. The result of the investigation at the local postoffice is the suspension of Postmaster Thompson, who was installed in April of last year. He will remain at his own house for the present. Moya and Mascaro, stamp sellers in the main office, have also been arrested, and further arrests are expected. As many as six others have been placed under the closest supervision, and they will be arrested as soon as their services can be spared. As a matter of fact, if they were all to be suddenly relieved of duty it would not be possible to carry on the postal department of Havana. Messrs. Reeves and Reynolds, the auditors of the postal department, are still under arrest at their own rooms, in charge of detectives. Special quarters will, however, be prepared in some fortress, where all the prisoners connected with the frauds will be taken as soon as arranged. BOER ENVOYS ARE HERE. Will Try to Arouse America to Willingness to Interfere. NEW YORK, May 16—The steamer Maasdam, with the Boer peace envoyes on board, arrived yesterday. The revenue cutter Hudson, with the reception committee on board, went down the bay and ex-Judge Van Hoesen extended a warm welcome to the delegates on behalf of the city of New York. The delegates were reticent concerning their plans. Chairman Fischer said: "We cannot say anything which may hinder our cause. We should like to have the government arbitrate with England and undoubtedly we shall go to Washington and try to have an audience with President McKinley. If we cannot induce the government to do what we like, we shall try to arouse the people so that they will compel the government to recognize us in that way." GERMANS TAKING LAND. Dispatch From Ullia Say 3,000 Square Miles. Have Been Sized. LONDON, May 16.—Lionel Decle, who is conducting a Cape to Cairo expedition fitted out by the London Daily Telegraph, sends by wire on steamer from Uvilla, north of Lake Tanganyika, the following: "The situation here is critical. The Germans have forcibly seized all the Congo Free State territory up to Rusizi river, occupying 3,000 square miles of Congo territory with 1,000 soldiers, fifteen officers and cannon. The Belgian officer withdrew from his station under threat of instant attack. The Germans burned the station. Their officers acted on instructions from Berlin." Gilbert Defeats Elliott. KANAS CITY, May 14.—In a contest for the St. Louis Republic cup, Fred Gilbert, of Spirit Lake, Iowa, defeated J. A. R. Elliott, of Kansas City, killing 97 out of a possible 100 live birds, to Elliott's 96. Gilbert thus retains the cup which he won from Elliott at the Springfield, Illinois, shoot a few days ago. CHOLERA CONTINUES TO RAGE. Four Hundred Deaths In Three Days at Mandivee, India. LONDON, May 15.—The Bombay correspondent of the Times says: "The cholera continues to rage in the famine camps. There have been 400 deaths in three days at Mandivee. and so numerous are the cases at Godrath it is impossible to collect the bodies. These lie for days in the cun. The people have fled and cannot be induced to return. A similar state of affairs prevails at Broach." THE LETTER WAS GENUINE A short time since a letter appeared in these columns signed by Mr. W. H. Kinkade of Alameda, Assinibolus, Western Canada, which caused that gentleman to receive a great many inquiries, most of them anxious to know if the letter was genuine. To a large number of the inquiries answers were sent, but it was impossible to reply to all. We take pleasure in submitting to our readers a specimen of replies sent by Mr. Kinkade: "Yes, the letter dated December 22, 1899, supposed to have been written by me, which you saw in your local papers, was genuine and contained facts. I will say of the information received from the Canadian Government Agents prior to coming here, I did not find a single untrue statement. The Canadian Government is honorable and its Agents dare not misrepresent this country or they would lose their jobs. There is quite a bit of land for homesteading yet, a very little close to market, but mainly from 6 to 20 miles from stations. The country, hereabouts is a prairie, nearly level, slightly rolling, not a rough country by any means. Homestead entries cost $10; on land that has been cancelled there is a $5 cancellation fee extra and in some cases an inspection fee of $5 and where the former occupant has made any substantial improvements there are small amounts to pay for improvements. This is a poor place for a poor man unless he has brains and muscle and 'git and grit', but with these requisites he can succeed. The population of this part of Assinibola has doubled during the past two years. There has been as much prairie broken the past two years as was already broken previous to 1898. C. P. R. land (odd sections) joining homestead land sells at $3 per acre. Improved quarters within four to five miles of town sell at $1,000 this spring. This is not a Garden of Eden at all, no man need think he can come here and get rich in a short time without much labor, but if he will work and be saving he can soon be an independent farmer tilling his own soil and getting good returns for his labor. "We burn coal, which costs us $1.85 per load at the mines, which are 20 miles southwest of us. "People with stock and machinery should come in May so as to have all June to break in. Those who expect to work for wages for the first year or two should come by the end of July to work through harvest and threshing and then go to the coal fields and work all winter and by spring he could be ready to improve homestead. "A quarter section of railway land sells at $3 per acre. The interest is all figured up and a man has about $71 to pay cash, and if he breaks at least 10 acres first breaking season his $21 interest for the first year is thrown off and the second fall following purchase he has $60 to pay and then $60 to pay for 8 more falls, which makes a total of $611 the quarter costs him, including all interest. Paying for a quarter of land that way is like keeping a life insurance policy paid, only it does not take so long to do it. By a man homesteading one quarter and buying another quarter gives him a chance to have a 320-acre farm all his own and have it paid for in ten years, and after that he is sure of an easy living if he is any good at all. "(Signed) W. H. KINKADE." Never salt beef in cooking, because it extracts the juices and toughens the fibre. Dropsy treated free by Dr. H. H. Green's Sons, of Atlanta, Ga. The greatest dropsy specialists in the world. Read their ad- vertisement in another column of this paper. Wheat costs $4 a bushel in Cape Town. Livery teams hire for $25 a day. Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup. For children teething, softens the gums, reduces farmation, ailys pain, cures wind colic. 25c a bottle. Books and papers are printed by machinery, but it requires brains to write them and to read them. Send for Choice Recipes by Walter Baker & Co., Ltd., Orchester, Mass. mailed free. Mention this paper. 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