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--- --- The little town of Brookhaven Miss., has twelve business houses run by Negros. Georgia has a Mutual Aid Society which owns a large tract of land where an Afro-American community will be established and a factory erected. Albuquerque, N. M. has an Afro-American, T. O. Mason who is a rampant Mohammedan. Frank Gladsen is the proprietor of one of the best stocked dry goods stores in Ocala, Fla. Miss Carrie Belle Lee, is the efficcient teacher of phnograph and typewriting in Morris Brown College. "The Waiters Advocate" is a new sheet published at Washington, D. C. The Negro must organize, think, writeand be a man in order to hold his place.—Ex. The Young Mens League of San Antonio, Texas, will own andcontrol a park exclusively for their own people who are mistreated by the superior(?) race. Oornelius Harris of Newport News, Va. is dead. He was the only Negro on the jury that indicated the arch-rebel, Jefferson Davis. Grant Clemmens, former Sergent, Co. C, Ninth O. V. I. has organized a company of Negro volunteers for service in China. His cause has been presented to the president. A movement is on foot by the plantation owners of the Hiawaiian islands to secure several hundred Negroes from the Southern States to go to Hiawaiia to work on the plantations. Mrs. Turesia M. Roles, a colored woman, has received a permit from the board of health to conduct business as an undertaker in Cambridge, Mass. Her husband is jin, the same business at Baltimore. Several wealthy, white gentleman of Chicago, have agreed to furnish the $35,000 necessary to manufacture a working model of the new automatic gun, recently invented by Eugene Burkins, a colored boy. The gun will be constructed at Baltimore. Mrs. Ruffin, who was denied admission to the National Federation of Women's Club's at the Milwaukee biennial, has entered suit against the officers of the federation for refusing to reconcile her club whose dues, Mrs. Ruffin alloges, the association had accepted. Miss Willie Ethel Mollison, a colored high school girl of Vicksburg, Miss., was an attractive feature at the Philadelphia convention. She sat the with Mississippi delagation, and was alternate for H. C. Turley of Natchez. Mr. Turley was proud of his alternate, and said he was even tempted to suppress himself so as to give this ambitious girl a chance to vote in the delegation. In thirty-seven of these United States a married mother has no legal right to her children. In sixteen states a wife has no legal right to her town earnings outside of the home. In eight states a woman has no right to her own property after marriage. In seven states there is no law compelling a man to support his own family. There is a colored man, working as bootblack in Pittsburg, who is a graduate from the highest college in the land, the Propaganda at Rome; who reads and writes thirteen languages, speaking nine fluently; who stood third in a class of 500, and who ranked as a fine and logical debater. This man goes by the name of W. J. Reed. Reed has been well over the world and the story of his life properly told no doubt would make an interesting book. DOCTOR YOURSELF. "Genova" Tablets are mailed and guaranteed by Kidd Drug Company Eigrin, Ill., to cure all forms of diseases of Urinary organs, and system, Bladder, etc., including Gonorrhoea, Gleet, Whites, Lucorrhoea, unnatural discharges, irritations and ulcerations of the urinary organs and mucous membranes never gives structure, harmless and potentially deadly with Injections combined; only one in the world. Sent per mail on receipt of price, $3 per package or 2 for $5. Don't fool with cheap substitutes, Retail and wholesale of Hurlbut & McArthur, Des Moines, Ia. Full line of rubber goods; name what you wan. During the civil war, as well as our late war with Spain, diarhœea was one of the most troublesome diseases the army had to contend with. In many instances it became chronic and the old soldiers still suffer from it. Mr. David Taylor of Wind Ridge, Greene Co., Pa., is one of these. He uses Chamberlains Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy and says he never found anything that would give him such quick relief. It is for sale by all Druggists. Subscribe for the Bystander. HOTEL CLERK'S finn of Lodging is Snorer so as to Protect Other Guents. Among a group of newly arrived travelers who clustered about the desk of one of the large city hotels the other evening was a big, bifolial looking man with a Roman stole and a collection of double chins leading down to his collar like a flight of stairs. He nodded to the head porter as he came in, and before he registered he shook hands cordially with the clerk. It was evident that he had been there before. "Well, my boy," he said, after he had inscribed and blotted his antigraph, "what can you do for me tonight?" The clerk consulted the room chart. "I can give you 'steen 'eleven,'" he replied. "It's a very nice room at the end of the corridor; plenty of light and air and lots of lights. Front! show the gentlemen to 'steen eleven!'" "But hold, on protest! the large man." "don't want that room; it is too far off. Why can't you give me my old room on the third floor?" "I'm very sorry. Colonel the corridor is the last one on the chart. Honestly, I'm lucky to have anything for you, with all this Mardi Gras rush." "Well, if it's Hobson's choice, I guess I'll have to take it." said the big guest, and moved away toward the elevator. Later on the clerk made a confession in strict confidence to a curious bystander. "Yes, I admit I have a few other rooms, he said, but they are all in the middle of halls, and this gentleman is the champion snorer of West Virginia. Last time he was here I couldn't keep anybody on either side of him, and the result was that we had two rooms tied up from which we are deriving no revenue. We can't afford such a waste of space so near Mardi Gras, so I put him in one of our special snorer's apartments, of which we have four, all isolated at the ends of corridors. The wall spaces are filled with non-conducting packing, the transom is nailed shut, and he can snore there until the cows come home without disturbing anybody. Oh! yes, we keep a record of snorers, also of folk who talk in their sleep and holler murder in nightmares. Have to do it to protect our other patrons."—New Orleans Times-Democrat. HISTORICAL PALACE FOR SALE. The crown lease of Eitham court and palace, which forms one of the most interesting links with the past which have ever passed into the estate market, is advertised for sale, says the London Chronicle. Its history dates from the time of Edward the Confessor (1042-66). At that time the manor belonged to the crown. It was granted by William the Conqueror to his brother Odo, earl of Kent, but reverted to the crown. While the date of the erection of the palace is uncertain, it is known that it was a royal residence from 1270 to 1628. "John o'Eitham", Edward II., Edward III., Richard II., Henry IV., Henry V., Edward IV., Richard III., Henry VIII., Henry VIII., Mary, Elizabeth and James I, all resided at the palace. It was there, also, that Edward III. held his parliament, Richard III. entertained the captive king of France, Henry IV. was espoused to Joan of Navarre and Edward IV.'s daughter Bridget was born. After passing through other royal hands, the palace came into the possession of Sir John Shaw. It is from one of the three parks known as the middle park that the "Midle Park Plate" takes its name. The present house retains the old moat and part of the original palace is still standing. We want you to subscribe for the IOWA STATE BYSTANDER THE CONVENTION. Strong Ticket Is Nominated Meeting the Approval of All. Intense Interest Shown in Party Welfare and the Campaign Work. Something About the Able and Popular Men Who Were Nominated for State Offices. Chairman Weaver Points Out the Duty of Republicans, and Tells How They May Make Sure of Victory. Des Moines, Ia., Aug. 6.—The republican state convention held here last week resulted in the nomination of an exceptionally strong ticket. The spirit of the convention throughout was harmonious in spite of the spirited contests that were waged for the various nominations. There was more interest in this convention than in any other in the history of the party in Iowa. Never was such a great crowd gathered together before to attend a state convention. Republicans came for two reasons, to assist their friends who were candidates for state offices and because of the interest in politics generally in this presidential year. Delegates from all parts of the state visited the state headquarters and expressed their interest in the work of the committee, promising to do their part toward securing a perfect organization in their township. After the nominations were made the friends of all the candidates forgot the rivalry which had existed for several months and united in pledging to the ticket their hearty and unreserved support. There are no sore spots and the ticket is one which speaks for itself, requiring no explanation or defense. William Birney Martin, of Greenfield, Adair county, nominee for secretary of state, was born in Rochester. Windsor county, VT., March 17, 1846. His ancestors came to central Vermont. Mr. Martin came west in 1857, lived two years in Illinois, came to Adair county in 1869 and was a farmer and teacher there four years. In 1873 he was elected county auditor and served four years. Since then he was mayor of central Vermont. He has been mayor of Greenfield and was a member of the Twenty-sixth and Twenty-seventh general assemblies, where he attracted the notice of the state as an advocate of examination of private banks. He is a man of strong character and good business ability. Gilbert S. Gilbertson, of Forest City, nominee for state treasurer, was born in Spring Grove, Houston county, Minn. Ocidental, where he attended school education and took a course in a business college in Janesville, Wis. in the spring of 1679 he came to Worth county, Ia., and there engaged in farming and a business. In 1683 he was elected clerk of courts in Winnebago county and held this office until 1696, when he resigned to enter the state senate, where he served four years and a promo in the City and is now invested in numerous business enterprises. He is the owner of the Winnebago Summit. He is universally popular in the state and his nomination was due to his exceptional personal traits more than to anything else. Frank F. Merriam, renominated for auditor of state, is a native of Iowa, born in Delaware and educated at Hopkinton, Delaware county, in 1856. Young Merriam was educated in common schools and in Lennox colony, and graduated from Delaware in 1858. He earned his own way through college and after his graduation continued to teach school until 1858, when he moved to Kenton. In 1859 he was elected member of the house from Delaware county and reelected two years later. During his sixteen years as a member of the committees on appropriations and was a member of the examining committee whose work resulted in the state board of control. He was a member of the committees, having been several times associated with the management of the state campaign. In 1858 he was nominated for auditor of state and elected by a large majority. David J. Palmer, renominated for railway commissioner, was born in Washington county, Pa., November 19, 1866, of officers in Washington county, in 1866, settling in Washington county, which is still his home. They began on a small piece of raw prairie and had all the experiences of officers. He served in the civil war, rising from a private in the Eighth Iowa infantry to lieutenant colonel of the Twenty-fifth Iowa. He was wounded several times and was a member of the civil war. He went to investment in Iowa politics many years and was a member of the state senate from Henry and Washington counties, elected in 1891. He was a member of the state senate from April, 1898, to accept the appointment of railway commissioner tendered him by Gov. Shaw to fill the vacancy caused by the death of C. L. Davidson. He was nominated and elected by a handsome majority. Senator Charles W. Mullan, of Waterloo, nominated for attorney general, has been an industrialist republican worker in Iowa and a lawyer in the county, HI., and came with his parents to Iowa more than 50 years ago, when he was but a little child. He has been in the law profession for more than 50 years and is known as one of the ablest lawyers in the state. His ability was demonstrated during his service in the state senate to Waterloo city solicitor of Waterloo six years and county attorney of Blackhawk county six years, and is a man of scholarly attainments who will ornament the office he will hold in the union army during the civil war. Chancellor Emini McClain, of the law department of the state university, nominated for judge of the supreme court, is county as an eminent author of law books and an authorator of the code of Iowa. He is county as an eminent author of law books and an authorator of the code of Iowa. He came to Tipton, Cedar county, Ia., in 1855 and for a time was a teacher and to some extent a farmer. His father Emini at the age of 15 entered the state university and graduated in the philosophy classical degree and in 1854 graduated from the law department. He was conferred Rundels in Des Moines, and practiced law in Des Moines until 1851, during which time he prepared McClain's Annotated Statutes in 1881 he was appointed professor in the law department of the state university, in 1881 he was appointed chancellor, became chancellor. Since 1881 he has devoted himself entirely to teaching law and writing law books. His principal work was the Procedure "Bynopsis of Elementary Law and Law of Personal Property" 1884; "Law and Law of Personal Property" 1887; with third volume in 1888; "Criminal Law" in two volumes, 1887; "Cases of the Law" in two volumes, 1887; elected to annotate the new code of 1897 and was one of the commissioners who got involved in the draft. He was a candidate for supreme judge in 1891 and came near being nominated. EVERY MAN ON DUTY. Chairman Weaver Says Success Depends Upon What Republicans Do Themselves. Des Moines, Ia., Aug. 6. "The real fight begins this morning," said Chairman H. O. Weaver, of the republican state central committee, as he was preparing this morning to extend his efforts in all directions to promote the success of the ticket nominated. "The ticket nominated is the best that we could have had. It is strong in every respect, and while the contests were spirted and close, those who failed to secure their first choice are well satisfied, because they have all had their second choice. This was a remarkably fortunate feature for such a series of contests and it starts us into the campaign with universal good feeling. I have had assurances from the supporters of the defeated candidates that they need only to be told what is wanted of them during the campaign and they will do their part and even more. The fact is, we never have any sulking among Iowa republicans. The will of the party, once fairly expressed as it was this time, is final and is gracefully accepted by all. We are blessed in this state by a loyal, determined party membership and a wise leadership in all sections, representing all interests, which will now proceed in a united and well-organized attack upon the common enemy. "We have plenty of work to do in Iowa. I have realized this from the beginning of the year and have made preparations accordingly. The organization is well under way, but it is not complete. This is the first and most necessary thing to secure. We are trying, here at the state headquarters, to get into close personal communication with at least one man, selected by the republicans of every voting precinct in the state for his recognized ability, adaptability and willingness to work for the republican party whenever he is asked to do anything from now until the votes have been counted on the 6th of November. With this army of workers we shall be able to accomplish our purpose, to make the majority for the national and state tickets this year the greatest in all Iowa's splendid record, and to make sure the election of all the congressional candidates by safe majorities. "Of course no one has any doubt that Iowa will go republican, and this is the chief obstacle we have to contend against. Too many people seem to think there is nothing for us to do this year. It is our business to show them that it is a serious mistake, and we will do it through this great army of local workers. They are the men who win the victories, the strong arm upon which we lean. So we want to hear from them as soon as possible, every one of them, and know that they are all ready for business. "It is well understood that the democrats intend to make their fight in several of the Iowa congressional districts. They are trying, as they have in previous campaigns, to mislead us as to their point of attack, but we shall know just what they intend to do and shall be well prepared to meet them. I have not the slightest doubt of the election of all our congressmen from Iowa, but my confidence is based upon the activity which I expect will be shown by the republican organization and the republican voters. We never won a victory by sitting down and waiting for it to come to us, relying upon our natural strength to bring it about without well directed effort, and we can't do it this time. "We never went into a campaign in better shape for united effort, or with more assurance of success, provided we do our duty. But every man must now take his place and do his best until after election, or those who care anything about the promotion of republican principles will have time to indulge in many vain regrets. The best way to make sure of feeling good after election is to leave nothing undone before election that might contribute to the desired result. The man who thinks after election what he might have done, and didn't, to promote the success of his party, has about as disagreeable job of meditation as one can imagine. We are trying to save every Iowa republican from such a fate by finding something for him to do. There will be plenty of chance, as the campaign progresses, for every republican in Iowa to do a share of the party's work, and I want to give notice that the state committee, the county chairmen and the local committeemen will be calling upon them to discharge this duty. They must always be ready when called if they would be satisfied in November. "This is going to be a lively campaign, simply because we are going to make it so, by giving the people first-class speakers, attractive and convincing educational matter in every form, and the people are beginning to do their part already by organizing republican clubs and marching companies. These clubs will keep things stirred up all through the campaign, and I wish there was at least one in every voting precinct. In fact, it looks as if it might soon come to that. The people are taking a lively interest in the clubs and marching companies everywhere. We are glad to assist them from the state headquarters in every way we can." 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ATTN: RILAS GATHKIGHT RC-1000-7A THE INTER OCEAN $1 PUBLICATION OF ALL ERS IN THE WEST Always Republican OCEAN SUPPLIES ALL CURRENT LITERATURE Clean and Packed with News WESTERN NEWSPAPER, and while it NEWS OF THE WORLD and gives its issuions of all questions of the day, it is in expressions of Western people and discusses own standpoint. DOLLAR PER YEAR—$1.00— B S NEWS IS EXCLUSIVE. $1 $4.00 per year $2.00 per year $6.00 per year AT LAST! NOTES FROM THE CAPITAL Des Moines, August 10, 1900. The work on the Auditorium has been recommenced. The completion will be rushed so as to make ready for the numerous fall conventions. The inspection of factories by State Labor Commissioner Wennerstrum was begun last week. In company with his deputy, Arthur E. Holder, Mr. Wennerstrum made the rounds of a number of factories in Des Moines. Thus far no instances have come to light in which there is any serious infraction of the requirements for the welfare of employees. Mr. Wennerstrum some time ago prepared blanks containing an exhaustive list of questions, and the filling out of these through phone communication up of the conditions in which plumming it. It is the intention of the labor commissioner to make a very careful examination into conditions in factories in all the leading cities of the state. The legislature has placed at his disposal for the purpose only $500, but it will be the policy to stretch this out as far as possible. Mr. Wennerstrum will examine the majority of factories in the state and will assist him by doing a part of the inspecting. It is the intention to begin on cities outside of Des Moines as soon as possible. Free text books in the schools of the West Des Moines district have had a trial of a year. Superintendent Sheakley and members of the board are more than pleased with the experiment and pronounce it a success, both from an economical and educational standpoint. Just at present the district is receiving several thousands of the district recently announced the texts to be the same as were in use last year in the big West Side district. The work of sending them out to the schools is progressing rapidly. Superintendent Sheakley has kept track of the cost of books, the enrollment and the number issued to pupils, and from his statistics has compiled some interesting figures relative to the cost. He said: "Our experiment, though it is but a year old and represents the first cost of all the books in use, has demonstrated to us the practicability of the plan and ought to recommend the system to every other district in the state as a money saver. We expended a total of $7,082.27 for text books last year and the cost per capita for the system of the enrollment was just $1,708. To apply, which includes pens, pencils, paper, scratch pads, erasers, copy books, etc., the cost to the district was $1,728, or $0.417 per capita on the average enrollment. Prices of all kinds of iron and steel used in building operations have been going down during the past two or three weeks. Indications are now that if the present prices hold and looked for breaks in the lumber market occur, a great deal of building projected for Des Moines this year but which was dropped for the time being on account of the unfavorable prices will be carried to completion for the next two months. Architects and builders attribute the break in prices to an unexpected falling off in the demand. One architect embodied the expression of a number of his associates and contractors when he said: "Last year the building boom which spread over the entire country created a demand for steel and lumber that manufacturers had not experienced since 1883 and the boom came so suddenly and unexpectedly that most of the materials contract before the manufacturers could catch their breath and advance prices. They concluded, however that they would not be caught napping again and believing the boom would continue this year, an unprecedented advance in prices of all kinds of building material followed. They anticipated a desire of many to invest large sums in improvements but they overreached themselves in fixing prices over the dollars worth of building that was projected during the winter and in the early spring was held up. In Des Moines alone, I dare say, there is upwards of a million dollars worth of work in the hands of architects that would be under construction if prices were right when bids were for and estimates taken. Well, the result of this was that manufacturers found themselves overstocked and as the season advanced and the prospect of to carry out projects for the next months increased, they have dropped their prices to unload with every indication that prices, except northern lumber, will be within reach of prospective investors in a short time." Recruits Very Searce. New York, August 9—The naval tug Fortune has taken her departure from the Brooklyn navy yard to engage in a brand new system of enlisting recruits for the navy, so far this section of the state is concerned. It is a new scheme followed through sheer necessity because of the vast number of enlisted officers. A stay of two weeks will be made at Albany by the Fortune. Meutzenan Swington is in command of her. His plan is to distribute circulars of information to the public at the capital and the towns surrounding for a radius of twenty-five miles. There will also be daily advertisements in the newspapers. After the allotted time, Fortune will try to the navy yard and prepare for a trip to New Haven. There the same routine is to be followed. Bresci Losing Nerve. Milan, August 7—Bresci, the assasin of King Humbert, has abandoned the attitude of calm which he had assumed since the murder was committed and has been giving way to fits of passion. This has necessitated phasing him in a straightjacket for ten hours. THE NEWS IN IOWA For the fourth time in the history of Dunlap the barn on the corner of Sixth and Eaton streets has been burned down. This time it is W. J. Mize who is the loser. The fine barn which he built there about three years ago was discovered to be on fire, and in thirty-five minutes the structure was a heap of smoking ruins. Rolfe is afflicted with a "Jack the Hugger." When the shadows of evening fall sufficiently he hires himself to some lonely spot on the ground, and awaits a victim. It is said he doesn't want it, for the victim, simply, but will take two. A great big rousing hug seems to satisfy him and he moves on to greener fields and hugging more. The freak has not yet been recognized. Sickness and financial burdens too heavy for endurance led Emil Loehr, a laborer of Davenport, to take his own life. His son went down into the cellar to get some potatoes and found the body of his father, stiff in death, hanging up to the floor above. For a year Past Loehr had suffered greatly and it was at times thought that his mind was affected. A sixteen-months-old child of Mr. and Mrs. Walrod of Caldwell was fearfully cut by a field mower. The child got away from its people and had wandered into the long grass. The driver failed to see it until it was too late and the little child was fearfully mangled. The other were also severed from the foot and its body and face were severely cut. The child may live. In a frenzy of rage, Andrew Nelson, of Daveport, aged 70, shot his wife with a double-barreled shotgun a while then cut his own throat. Mrs. Nelson is at the Moline hospital with a very slight chance of recovery. The charge of small shot tore her hand so that it had to be amputated and lodged in her breast. She fell upon the floor, blood flowing in livid streams all over her person and spouting out upon curtains and furniture. The state levy in Iowa this year will be either 2.5 or 2.6 mills. On the latter basis there will be a reduction of 2-10 of a mill from a year ago. This reduction is warranted because of the increase in returns of all kinds of property from those of a year ago, expected to aggregate $14,000,000. There is an unusually large increase in personal property and new buildings, a large increase in railroad valuations, and a small increase on telegraph and telephones. A year ago the general state levy was less than including the state mill tax for the university ordered by the legislature. This year there is in addition to the standing tax of the state university, 1-10 of a mill for the State College of Agriculture. This added to the 2.6 mills fixed by the council will still make the state levy 2-10 of a mill less than that of a year ago. Elaborate preparations are being made for the first annual state golf tournament which is to be held in Des Moines the last week in August, beginning the 28th. More than fifty golf enthusiasts from all parts of the state will be in Des Moines. At the close of the tournament a state association of golf clubs will be formed, and a series of annual meetings will be inaugurated. Mr. Raymond Windsor who has been a member of the Des Moines Golf club is chairman of the committee on arrangements for the state meeting, Associated with him in the preparations are George F. Heury, Warren Dickinson and Kirk Jewett. The first three days of the meet will be taken up with individual contests. On the fourth day there will be a team match with four men from each town competing. On the evening of the fourth day there will be a meeting for organization. The players will be the delegates to this meeting. Invitations to about the meeting take place in the organization, have been sent to all the towns in the state where golf is the popular game, and undoubtedly fifteen or twenty will send representatives. Eleven have already notified Mr. Windsor that they will be on hand. A recent dispatch from Webster City says: Ex-Sheriff W. W. Sinclair, whose sudden disappearance some nine weeks ago caused a large amount of talk, returned as suddenly a few days ago. Sinclair, it will be remembered, left home without telling any one where he was going, and his wife persisted in the idea that he had been kidnapped. At about the time of his disappearance Nellie Hand, a rather notorious character in these parts, also disappeared, and the general public had followed him and clapped together. They were said to have been seen in Denver together, but this statement was never verified. Sinclair denies ever having seen the Hand woman during his travels, and says he left home on account of family troubles, which, he claims, were breaking down his health. He says he has been in Nebraska, Illinois and other states, working most of the time as a bired hand on farms. He looks much better than before he left, and says his health is greatly improved. He expects to make this place his headquarters, and he expects to spend the time on business. Sinclair's wife, whose health has gradually been growing worse since his disappearance, is said to be in a critical condition. Sinclair went out to his old home shortly after his arrival to see her. The Hand woman returned about three weeks ago and is living here. Da Sewell, a young man whose home is southwest of Wyman, was thrown from his wagon and badly hurt. He had been hauling oats from a thrashing machine and at the time of the accident was near Wyman. At one of the crossings there is a sudden and decided drop in the level of the road. The heavy load of oats jolted when going over this drop, and threw Mr. Wyman to the ground, shaken one arm. He was also badly shaken up, but the extent of his injuries is not known. Grandmothers will let their grandchildren have things they thought not good for their children. CAST ARMS UPON THE WATER Borem of the Mississippi Charles M. Bickell's Resting Place. Davenport, August 10—From a pier of the bridge over the Mississippi river the ashes of Charles M. Bickell of Des Moines, lately a student at the University of Chicago, were cast upon the Father of Waters to be borne to their last resting place. The ceremony was conducted by Rev Eleanor Gordon and Rev. Marion Murdock, Unitarian ministers, at the request of the family of the deceased, who were virtually the mains had been heinered at the Davenport institution in the presence of the Bickell family and their friends. KILLED BY GASOLINE FIRE. Mrs. D. Black of Nevada Meets Death by Beling Inmed. Nevada, August 8.--While attempting to fill a gasoline stove before the fire had gone out, Mrs. D. Black's clothing caught fire. Willie Bronson, a neighbor, heard her agonized cry and ran to the firehouse annealed. Much of the old lady's clothing and all the hair on her head were burned before the flames were extinguished. Some damage was done to the woodwork of the kitchen, but nothing serious. The old lady lived in the house, and the physicians could do nothing more than to alleviate the pain as much as possible. Headless Body Found. Carroll, August 10.—The headless body of a man was found by the side of the railroad track west of town near the coal sheds. A few feet distant was the head. The position of the head and body indicated that he was killed by a train going west. He is an entire stranger here, and there are no marks of any kind and no papers on his person by which he can be identified. He is a young man about 20 or 22 years of age, of medium size and rather tends to a sandy complexion. Iowa Cattle Go to Scotland. Montezuma, Aug. 9.—Ewart Bros have left for Glasgow, Scotland, with 500 head of cattle, which will be loaded on board ship at Philadelphia. This shipment completes 1,000 head that have been exported since the first of May. City Marshal John S. Spur of San Bernardino a pickpocket who was wanted at Sutlethan for burglarizing a hotel. A gold watch and other jewelry stolen from the hotel were found on his person. He was bound over in the sum of $500, but, being unable to furnish bonds, went to jail. Marshal Spur secured $25 reward. A dispatch from Goldfield says: The mystery attending the disappearance of Tena Peterson, which caused quite a commotion in this vicinity last week, has been cleared up and the girl was found alive and well at the home of a friend in Ruthen. She had made up her mind that her home life was such that she could not endure it longer, and planned a wily of escaping what to her unjust treatment. Her story is that on the day of her disappearance her father came to her house, and she inflicted liquor and for fear of being abused she ran away. She had some help in her flight, but who the parties are who assisted her is not definitely known at this time. A well formed plan to burn all the barns in Fort Dodge seems to be in progress of execution. The work of the incendiaries is being done well and the town is greatly excited. All of them have been the property of prominent people, that of Congressman J. P. Dolliver being the first to be involved in the recent occurrence in rapid succession are those of Hon. S. T. Meservey, Geo. Fessell, W. L. Sperry, E. E. Prissia, M. Schaupp, Al Flint and G. Sopper. All of these barns are located in the center and most populous part of the city. The theory is that the work is being done by tramps, who are taking this method of getting even for munitions. The barns are greatly excited and is feared that more fires will occur. A large extra police force in citizens' clothes have been sworn. Considerably property has been destroyed in the fires. A little cottage at the corner of Twenty-fourth street and Fourth avenue, Davenport, occupied by Andrew Nelson and wife, a septuagenarian couple, was the scene of a grusome tragedy a few days ago. Nelson appears to have been "cranky" for several years, if not actually insane, and quarrels between the old couple appear to have been numerous. Neighbors heard them quarrelling and suddenly a gun shot was heard. The police were notified and the officer was interviewed and a investigation were confronted by a shocking spectacle in one of the rooms. The walls and floor were covered with humair gore and bits of flesh. Mrs. Nelson was lying on the floor, with a ghastly wound in her breast, and one arm shattered. She had grasped the gun at the muzzle when her husband pointed a gun at her, and the charge had been fired into her body at that close range. Nelson himself was lying on the lounge grasping a penkine with which he had severed the ingular vein after shooting his sister after the police arrived. Nelson was taken to the city hospital. The physicians amputated the arm which was shattered, and this with her other injuries make her chances of recovery rather slender. Nelson's body was taken to the police station. Newtric Weed, a farmer reading near Lenox, was killed four miles north of that place. With other men he was engaged in moving a separator. They were going down a hill with the machine, having removed the engine and tongue of the separator. In some manner not known to Wood's companions, he fell under the front wheels, which passed over his head and shoulders. His death was almost instantaneous. He was a hard working, honest man, and was widely known. He leaves a wife and one child. CONGER PARTY ALL WELL Minster Himself Wires the State Department. Washington, August 8—Apostle cablegram came to the state department yesterday afternoon from Minister Conger at Peking, which is the second received direct from him since June 12. It is the first which has come direct from the minister since the above date, the other having been received through the intermediary of the Chinese minister here, Wu Ting Fang. Yesterday's telegram shows that the situation in the Chinese capital is still of a very serious character; that the ministers are still in danger from the Chinese troops, and that their supplies of ammunitions and provisions have been reduced to a very considerable extent. So important were the statements contained in the dispatch that a conference was held by wire between several of the officials here and the president at Canton, lasting several hours. At its conclusion the cablegram from Conger was made public. It is as follows: "Tsi-Nau-Yamen, August 7. -To Secretary of State: Still besieged, Situation more precarious. Chinese government insisting upon our leaving Peking, which would be certain death. Rifle firing upon us daily by imperial troops. Have abundant courage, but little ammunition or provisions. Two progressive men connected with the legation of the United States well at the present moment. Conger." London, August 9.—In the house of commons Broderick, parliamentary secretary of the foreign office, read a telegram from Sir Claude MacDonald, British minister to China, received in cipher at the foreign office. The dispatch was in reply to a government message and bore date of Peking, August 3. It was as follows: "I have today received your cipher telegram forwarded to me by the Chinese minister. Shell and cannon fire ceased July 16, but rite fire continued from Chinese positions held by government troops and Boxers intermittently ever since. The casualties since then have been very slight. Except one private of the marines, all the wounded are doing well. The rest of the British in the legation are well, including the whole garrison. The total killed is sixty and wounded 10. We have strengthened our fortifications. We have over 210 women and children refugees in the legation. The Chinese government has refused transmission to telegrams in cipher until now." NEGOTIATIONS FOR SURRENDER All the Rebels in Central Luzon May Lay Down Their Arms Hong Kong, August 10.—Manila advances to the Filipino junta assert that Major General MacAarthur, the military governor of the Philippines, and General Alejandrino, a leading rebel commander, are negotiating for the surrender, under the amnesty proclamation of the insurgent forces in Central Luzon. These rebel forces include those under Cols. Lucuna and Tecon, who captured Lieut. Alstaeffer, of the engineer corps and eleven cavalrymen. Diligent inquiries at army headquarters in Manila failed to confirm the report of any such negotiations being on foot. It is known, however, that General MacAarthur has been in constant conference with the rebel politicians and military leaders with the object of bringing about peace otherwise than by fighting. On Saturday last General MacAarthur, with an escort of officers, went to San Fernando and met Alejandrino at a conference which had previously been arranged. According to the Filipinos, General Alejandrino then made his offer to surrender the Central Luzon rebel commands and also to produce Aguinaldo under certain conditions, which were not made public. The result of this conference is not known. At its conclusion General Alejandrino returned to the mountains. Saleon Will Be Guillotined. Paris, August S.—Francois Salon, the man who attempted to assassinate the shah of Persia, will be guillotined unless the shah should intercede to save his life, which the authorities here do not think likely. In case such an intervention should be made the sentence will be commuted to hard labor for life in some small town. The state will provide that in case of attempted assassination the culprit shall be condemned to death at once. Indians May Go to Mexico. City of Mexico, August 9—Six full-blooded Indians from the Indian territory have arrived here. They represent the Shawnees, Delawares and Caddos, and are conferring with the Mexican government regarding a concession which will enable them to settle with their respective tribes in Mexico, and become Mexican citizens. Their complaint is that the United States government does not give them land enough to live upon. ATTACKS BY THE FILIPINOS. Sixteen Americans Killed, Wounded on Cantured, Near San Isidro. Washington, Aug. 6.—The war department has received the following message from General MacArthur: "Manila, Aug. 4.—First Lieutenant Alstatter of the corps of engineers, with an escort of fifteen men, were attacked on the 1st of the road between an Miguel De Mayuma and San Isidro (Lazon) by an armed band of insurgents reported to be 330 strong. The entire party were killed, wounded or captured." American Troops Play a Brilliant Part In Victory. Washington, August 10.—The capture of Yang Tsun, the first objective point of the international fortress, was the supreme news of importance received yesterday on the Chinese situation. The first word came in a brief dispatch to the signal office at the war department from Colonel Seriven, the signal officer at Che Foo, saying: "Che Foo, August 9.—Signal to Washington: August 6.—Yang Tsun We captured to-day, Wine up. Need our own transportation. All are well. Seriven." Half an hour later a message came from General Chaffee, giving additional details of the capture and showing that it had been at a cost or about sixty casualties among the American troops. General Chaffee's dispatch is as follows: Yang Tsun was occupied today. The wounded are Second Lieutenant Frank K. Long, Ninth infantry, moderate, usualities, about sixty men of the Ninth infantry, Batter F and the Fifth artillery. Nearly all are from the Fourteenth. Names later. Many are prostrated from heat and fatigue. Hardly less important was a dispatch from General Terauchi, second in command on the Japanese staff, sent to the war office of Japan and stating that the international army would total 50,000 men on August 15, at which time the real advance on Peking would begin. General Terauchi's dispatch stated that on the 3rd, when it was forwarded, the advance had not yet begun. This was at first incomprehensible, in view of the fact that fighting has actually occurred. But the later statement that the international force would total 50,000 men on the 15th, appears to make clear General Terauchi's meaning and to reconcile it with General Chaffee's dispatches. The present movement, of some 16,000 men, doubtless is viewed in the light of a reconnaissance in force. This makes clear the meaning of General Chaffee's dispatch that Yang Tsun is an important strategic branch of the fast unanturing military plane, which is miles from Tien Tsun and little less than a quarter of the way to Peking, Colonel Serien's statement, "wire up," contains much meaning, as it is accepted as showing that there is direct telegraphic communication with the army in the field. BRILLIANT VICTORY WON. Chinese Utterly Routed at Battle of Pelisane Washington, August 9.—The war department has received the following cablegram from General Chaffee: "The Foo, August 9.—Adjutant General, Washington: Peit Sang handsomely taken early this morning by Japanese troops, supported by English and Americans. Japanese loss, considerable. English loss, considerable and very limited. In the morning the American troops occupied rear position, which was to form turning movement, but were unable to form in line. We will cross the Pei-He to the left banks tomorrow morning and move on Yang Tsun. Tsuun. We will cross the dispatch from Tsung-Li-Xamen on July 30, which he has cabled. CHAFFEE." The Foo. August 9.--During the engagement on Sunday which preceded the occupation of Peitsang by the allies, the Russians lost 500 killed and the British fifty. The Germans and Japanese also lost heavily. The road to Peking is supposed to be open. CROWDS GREET BRYAN. He and Stevenson Notified Amid Great Demonstrations. Indianapolis, Ind., August 9: William J. Bryan and Adai E. Stevenson, nominated respectively by the democratic national convention at Kansas City for president and vice president of the United States, were yesterday afternoon officially notified of the action of the convention by James S. Silhouett and the no notification committee, addressed himself to Mr. Bryan before an immense audience in Monument park. His address was short out Mr. Bryan responded at length, dealing with the question of expansion alone. Following the address of Mr. Bryan, Charles S. Thomas of Colorado made the speech nominating Mr. Stevenson, to which Mr. Stevenson replied, speaking half an hour or more. PORTO RICAN GETS NO VOTE. Illinois Judge Passes Upon an Issue Raised in Lebanon. Springfield, IL., August 9—Judge B. D. Munroe, first assistant attorney general, issued an opinion in answer to inquiry by J. M. Chamberlain, Jr., of the Lebanon Leader, who asks whether Miguel Panellas, a native Porto Rican, who has resided in Lebanon right to vote Judge Munroe holds that Panellas is not entitled to vote: that inasmuch as the treaty of peace with Spain provided that the question of civil and political rights of Porto Ricans who did not become citizens of Spain within a year shall be left to congress to determine and congress not to determine the rights of Porto Ricans are still regarded as foreigners within the meaning of our naturalization laws. Democrats Win in Alabama. Birmingham, Ala., August 7.—A general election for state and county officers and for members of the general assembly was held in Alabama yesterday and a large majority was returned for the democratic ticket, headed by William J. Samford of Lee county. The election was regarded as a test of opinion on the mooted question of holding a constitutional convention, which is favored by the democrats, and the increased majorities are taken to indicate that the people are favorable to holding a convention which will eliminate the negro from politics. Heavy Engagement Reported Sunday at Feltman. Washington, August 7- The following cablegramms have been received at the navy department: "Che Foo, August 6- The British force reports unofficial engagements at Pettsgau Sunday morning, from 3 o'clock to 10:30. The allied loss in killed and wounded was twelve hundred, chief Russians and Japanese, Chinese retreating." Taussi* "The Foo, August 6.—Official report believed to be reliable that about sixteen thousand allies were heavily ennenged there at Pelissang at daylight, August 5. Peitsang is the first station six miles northwest of Tien Tsin, enroute to Peking, Taissig commands the Yorktown, which is at the Cfoo. At the war department it is said that there is no reason to doubt the engagement, which was not unexpected, has taken place. Correspondents at Tien Tsin are unable to get anything fresh, though a dispatch from Shanghai avers the allies are making slow progress toward Peking because of the difference of opinion among the generals. The American, British and Japanese commanders favor one plan, this dispatch affirms, and the Russians, French and Germans favor another plan. Prince Tuan, it is added, seeks to inspire his army by proclamations ordering every foot of the road from Tien Tsin to Peking to be dispatched. All Chinese troops evidently have been paid in full and the troops with money and supplies are going to Peking from the southern provinces to be deemed quite probable by the militia in London that the Chinese will make a fierce fight at Peking on a much greater scale than during the defense of Tien Tsin. London, August 7. "The advance of the allied forces commenced today," cables the British consul at Tien Tsin under date of August 4. This is the first official information received here from the British consul, taking his husband. It is accepted as consent. The British consul does not mention any fighting, but the Shanghai correspondent of the Daily Mail, telegraphing Sunday, says: "The Peking relief column is reported to have suffered in fighting, but the Shanghai correspondent are said to have adopted Tugela tactics and after several hours of fighting to have retreated." PRAISES BOER WARRIORS Colonel Lynch Says They Can Continue the Fighting. Paris, August 4. The arrival here of Colonel Lynch, of the Irish brigade, followed yesterday by the arrival of two of his brother officers, revises somewhat the drooping interest in the Boer war. Colonel Lynch, who sails shortly for the United States and will probably take part in the presidential campaign on the democratic side, said: "Generals Botha and De Wet can hold out for an infinite period, as the men they have with them are the flower of the Boer army. It is now in the field amount to 12,000, estimated that all the Boer Boers General Botha's tactics are to avoid important engagements and to keep threatening the British at various points. The great mobility of the Boers aids this plan. General Botha is not a military officer, but the lines of communication. The Boers have driven their flocks and herds northward to Lydenburg, so that the main part of the food supply is secured. A great quantity of gold bullion is still in the Boer treasury, probably £3,500,000 sterling ($17,632,200.) The manufacture of ammunition has been transferred to Barberton. There is no lack of cannon and ammunition. Only one Long Tom and a few other guns have been captured. My two fellow officers have seen President Krueger since I left South Africa. He is using a rifle in a rage at Machndorp as headquarters. He uses it and is determined not to be caught, but to fight to the end. It is said that considerable sums have been offered Generals Botha, Delarey and De Wet if they should give up, but they answered that they will fight while they have 500 men left." GOLD FROM CAPE NOME. Largest Cousignment Yet Received from New York, New York. Seattle, Wash., August 10.—Three steamers from Cape Nome have arrived, all bringing gold and a large number of passengers. The Oregon brought $345,000, the largest consignment of Nome gold since the discovery of the treasure in that town, the San Pedro brought $151,000, the San Francisco $30,000. A better condition of affairs is reported in the northern camp. Smallpox is said to have entirely disappeared, though there is still much sickness, mostly pneumonia. The recent rains made work on the creeks possible and numerous new discoveries are reported. The revenue tug Musketeer recently returned from Mexico along the coast, visiting Eskimo villages for the purpose of relieving suffering among the natives. Many deaths occurred among the Eskimos, and the condition of nearly all the survivors is said to be pitiful. Ninety-two of them were brought by the tug to Nome, where they have provided with tents and such comforts as possible, and where the size are being treasured by the superior treatment authorities. An effort is to be made by the citizens to have a reservation set aside for them. Fellow. Fever Disappearing. Tampa, Fla., August 7.—No new cases of yellow fever have been reported since the first outbreak, and there is little or no illness in the city. The situation is as favorable as possible. One of the suspected cases is about to be discharged from treatment. Kruger Ready to Quit. Pretoria, August 8—it is stated positively that President Kruger is willing and anxious to present a promise to him, given his ultimate destination. " isk Ul acl ee mere earner mere Tes F Day eae Brame ¥ i Te peas salle. 7 bee ey eae SS ce wa eR Ree cma: eae ay Sp AER Nae BOLO A a aa mea ar ets aes rae a ttt i Naar ie ra ee aca Baka oac ema ae SS a me! ‘ane SUPPLEMENT TO ‘The _ Bystander. Friday, August 10, 1900, DES MOINES - - = - IOWA Ht op <mR os \MOINR hs » FRI 4) SOF S ie was th {nsong the repre( who & result,” 2 lodge sin been for m bel fina, healt{ nd 3 lf to} the « aaah py Jor, sc as, was” ereto: lodg. the 1 Gran, en fi vis q. to be. big 3 wi wa as it “but uv | z the» | ; dug! other ( Sohng e at | Joke, Orpheiur sons whi. reported ¢ no were W fter thei 10 the O rm parlor 1 into the ay with t - wont be in Albia, rs have on 0 lock the} advise for) ow. Hand, Gay as usuali he lodge # | secre’ |the GM. ar fot “Phe 7 Taylor mar al wa: ) get vey r grand ret inert er Hil.” any 7 0 be: join reball- Look cine and Tay Dg other out th age wy tion ge we ommiy ” ge for, = D Fal? gatherir pose Wi orth ty by th races ined snch ons =4 our ial sean ‘Thirtieth infantry, stationed at Lueban, An the Island of Luzon. Captain Erwin ays the document was found in the ‘church at Lueban when that place wat garrisoned by the Second battalion, Thir ‘Geth infantry, with enlistment rolls with ames of officers and men enrolled In ‘conformity to the order. ‘The original is in Spanish and the anslation fs as follows: Proof Agalust Aguinaldo. Gentlemen: No. 1258. ‘Phe Local Ohiets of the Coast. From Lueban to Guinayangan, ‘The Ofice of the Secretary of the In- Rerior has seen fit to order the following: ‘The Secretary of the Interior of the G. R, of the Filipinos in a telegraphic circular of yesterday says to me the fol lowing: ‘From the Secretary of the Interlor to provincial presidents, to be circulated ‘among the local chiets of every town, ‘Manila. Pash the preparations of all the towns {to oppose the American invasion. See That all the inbabitants have their bolos and daggers prepared, that in every street for ward there be organized a national aallitia; every six should have a corporal, ‘every thirteen a sergeant and every twen- ty-six a second lieutenant, every 52 first lieutenant and every 104 captain: tthe soldiers of the national militia should lect their chiefs of leaders, Make it lear to all that our salvation depends on ‘eur activity. ‘The local chiet of the La- gona (Lake) will please pass this circu: Tar to the chief of Tayabos, and in this manner from one to another until all have received it. T have the pleasure of transmitting this to yon for your information, May God guard you, Banta Ana, Jan. 5, 1809. (Signed) . BSCOTASTIES SARANDANA. I tranamit the same to you for your Knowledge and for all, that they ful6il with fidelity that which is ordered there- Sa, Run without loss of time from town to town and return from the last with a seport of the fulfillment of all that is hereby ordered. Lucena, Jan. 7, 1809. Gigned) | QUIRINO ELEAZAR. Conspiracy Perfected. ‘This was dated Jan. 5, 1809, just one month before the insurrection against the United States broke out. It shows that the conspiracy hed then been perfected and that the Filipino people were being organized to attack the American troops. "wo days later, on Jan. 7, Aguinaldo ‘wrote to a personal friends in Manila as follows: “Malolos, Jan. 7, 1899. “My Dear Don Benito—I write this to ask you to send to this our government ‘the photograph you have in your house, and I will pay you whatever price you may ask. Also buy me eversthing which may be necessary to provide the said pho- tograph. “T beg you to leave Manila with your family and to come bere to Malelos, but not because I wish to frighten you. I merely wish to warn you for your satis: faction, although it 1s not yet the day or the week. “Your affectionate friend, who kisses your bands, “EMILIO AGUINALDO.” ‘Trying to Avert Hostilitics, ‘Meantime the American commander-in- ¢hief, under instructions from President ‘McKinley, was doing everything in his Power to avert hostilities and cultivate terms of friendship with the Filipinos. On this point the report of the Philippine ‘commission says: “Aguinaldo endeavored to get the war- making power transferred from congress to himself, He also urged a heavy bond fesue to secure one million dollars for the purchase of arms and ammunition. It 4s now known that elaborate plans had been perfected for a simultaneous attack by the forces within and without Manila. ‘The militia within the city numbered ap- proximately ten thousand: they were armed for the most part with bolos. Gen. Pio del Pilar slépt in the city every night. No definite date had been set for the at- Yack, but a signal by means of rockets ‘had been agreed upon, and it was univer sally understood that it would come upon the occurrence of the first act on the art of the American forces which would afford a pretext; and in the Inck of such ‘act in the near future at all events. Per- fistent attempts were made to provoke ‘our soldiers to fre. ‘The insurgents were insolent to our guards and made persist- got and continuous efforts to push them ‘Dack and advance’ the insurgent lines fur- ‘ther into the city of Manila. Tt was a long and trying period of insult and abuse heaped npon onr soldiers, with constant submission as the only means of avoid- ing an open rupture. The Filipinos had ‘concluded that our soldiers were cowards and boasted openly that we were afraid of them. Rumors were always prevalent ‘that our army woyld be attacked at once. “With great tact and patience the com- manding general had held his forces in check, and he now made a final effort to preserve the peace by appointing a com- mission to meet a similar bods appointed by Aguinaldo to ‘confer with regard to the situation of affairs and to arrive at a matual understanding of the intent, purposes, aims and desires of the Fili- pino people and of the people of the Unit- ed States.’ Six sessions were held, the Jat occurring on Jan. 29, six days before the outbreak of hostilities. No substan- tial results were obtained; the Filipino commissioners being either unable or un- willing to give any definito statements of the ‘intent, purposes and aims of their people;' at’ the close of the last session elas wee given fol kseurances that 26 with a detail of men and attempted te pass the guard on the San Juan bridge ‘our guard being stationed at the wer end of the bridge. The Nebraska gentine Grove them back without fring, but few minutes before 9 o'clock that evening ‘a large body of insurgent troops made as advance on the South Dakota outposts ‘which fell back rather than fire. About the same time the insurgents came {n force to the east end of the San Juan bridge, in front of the Nebraska regiment. For several nights prior thereto a liew- tenant in the insurgent army had been coming regularly to our outpost No. 2, of the Nebraska regiment, and attempting to force the ontpost back and jusisting on posting his guard within the Nebraska Tines: and at this time and iu the dark: nese he again appeared with a detail of ‘about six men and approached Private Grayson of Company D, First Nebraska volunteers, the sentine) on duty at out post No. 2. He, after halting them three times without effect, fired, killing the Veutenant, whose men returned the fire and then retreated. Immediately rockets were sent up by the Filipinos, and they commenced fring all along the line “Phe story of the actual fighting bas often been told by military men who were enxaged in it, and we do not deem it necessary to give a description of it here. It is known of all men that imme- dintely after the first shot the insurgents opened fire all along their line and con- tinued to fire until abot midnight; and about 4 o'clock on the morning of Feb. 5 the insurgents again opened fire all around the city and kept it up until the Americans charged them and drove them with great slaughter ont of their trenches, “After the landing of our troops, Agui- aldo made up his mind that it would be necessary to fight the Americans, nnd af- ter the making of the treaty of peace at Paris this determination was strengtien- ed. He did not openly declare that he infended to fight the Americans, but he excited everybody, and especially the mil itary men, by claiming independence, and it is doubifal whether he had the power to check or control the army at the time hostilities broke out. Deplorable as wat is, the one in which we are now engaged was unavoidable by us. We were attack- ed by & bold, adventurous and enthusias- tie army. No alternative was left to us, except ignominious retreat. It is not to be conceived of that ans Ameriean would have sanctioned the surrender of Manila to the insurgents. Our obligations to other nations, and to the friendly Fili- pinos, and to ourselves and our flag de- manded that force should be met by force. Whatever the future of the Philippines inay be, there is mo course open to us now except the prosecution of the war until the insurgents are reducéd to sub- mission, The commission is of the opin- ion that there has been no time since the destruction of the Spanish squadron by Admiral Dewey when it was possible to withdraw our forces from the islands either with honor to ourselves or with safety to the inhabitants.” On the very night the actual fighting began Aguinaldo issued the following: Order to the Philippine Army. Nine o'clock p. m., this date, I received from Caloocan station a message com- municated to me that the American forces, without prior notification or any just motive, attacked our camp at San Juan del Monte and our forces garrison- ing the blockhouses around the outskirts of Manila, causing losses among our sol- diers, who, in view of this unexpected aggression ‘and of the decided attack of the aggressors, were obliged to defend themselves until the fring became general all along the line. No one can deplore more than I this rupture of hostilities. I have a clear conscience that I have endeavored to avoid it at all costs, using all my efforts to preserve friendship with the army of occupation, even at the cost of not a few humiliations and many sacrificed rights, Bat it fs my unavoidable duty to main- tain the integrity of the national honor and that of the army so unjustly attack- ed by those who, posing as our friends and liberators, attempted to dominate us in place of the Spaniards, as is shown by the grievances enumerated in my man- ifest of Jan. 8 last; such as the continued outrages and violent exactions commit- ted against the people of Manila, the use- Tess conferences, and all my frustrated efforts in favor of peace and concerd, ‘Summoned by this unexpected provocs- tion, urged by the duties Imposed upon me by honor and patriotism and for the defense of the nation intrusted to me, calling on God as a witness of ms good ‘faith and the uprightness of my inten- tions. T order and command: 1, Peace and friendly relations between the Philippine forces and the American forees of occupation are broken, and the latter will be treated as enemies, with the limits prescribed by the laws of war. 2. American soldiers who may be eap- tured by the Philippine forces will be treated as prisoners of war. 3. This proclamation shail, be commu- -nicated to the accredited conanls of Ma- aiiia, and to congress, in order that it may accord the suspension of the con- stitutional guaranties and the resulting declaration of war. Given at Malolos, Feb, 4, 1899. EMILIO AGUINALDO, General in Chief, To Attack the Americans. ‘The following proclamation was issued ee eee ede nan ee ‘The following proclamation was issued by Aguinaldo's Seeretary of the Interior ‘on Keb. 5, 1899: First—You will so dispose that at 8 o'elock at night the individuals of the ter- ritorial militia at your order will be found tunited in all the streets of San. Pedro armed with their “bolos” ‘and revolvers ‘and guns and ammunition, # convenient, ‘Second—Philippine families only. will te respeeted. They should not be mo: lested, but all other individuals, of what- soerer race they may be, will be exter- minated without any compassion after the extermination of the arms of occupa: tion. “"Phird—The defenders of the Philip. ‘pines in your command will attack the ‘guard at Bilibid and liberate the prisoners ‘and. “presidiarios,” and, baving aecom- plished this, they will Ve armed, saying to them, “Brothers, we must avenge our: selves on the Americans and exterminate them, that we may take our revenge for the infamies and treacherics which they have committed upon us. Have no com- passion upon. them; attack with vigor All Filipinos ‘en masse’ will second you. Long live Filipino independence?” Fitth—The order which will be follow: ed in the attack will be as follows: The sharpshooters of Tondo and Santa Ans will begin the attack from withont, and these shots will be the signal for the militia of Trozo, Binondo, Quiapo and eee a reams Ope ek ee ah ae not start out until 12 o'clock unless they fee thelr companions need assistance. ‘Sixth—The militia will start out at 3 o'clock ia the morning. If all do their uty our revenge will be complete. Broth ers, Burope contemplates ws. We know how to die as men, shedding our blood In defense of the liberty of our country. Death to the tyrants; war without quar ter to the false Americans, who have de- ceived us! Hither independence or death. “The Fire in the Rear.” “The fire in the rear” has done more to prolong the insurrection in the Philip pines and stimulate the rebel chief to re sistance than all the armies Aguiualdo has been able to raine. On this point, Gen, Lawton wrote as follows to Mr. John Barrett, formerly American minis ter at Siam: General Lawton's Letter. “I wish to God that this whole Phillp- pine situation could be known by every- one in America as I know it, If the real histors, inspiration and conditions of this insurrection, and the influences. local and external, that now encourage tie enemy, fas well as the actual possibilities of these islands and peoples and their relations to this great East could be understood at home, we would hear no more talk of unjust ‘shooting of government’ into the Filipinos or of hauling down our Sag in the. Philippines. “I¢ the so-called anti-imperiatists would honestly ascertain the truth on the ground, and not in distant America, they, whom I believe to be honest men misin- formed, would be convinced of the exror of their statements and conclusions and of the unfortunate effect of their publica- tions here, If Lam shot by a Filipino bul let, it might as well come from one of my own men, because T know from observa- tion confirmed by eaptured prisoners, that the continuance of the fighting is ehielly due to roports that are sent out from ‘Aimerica.” “HENRY W. LAWTON.” Aguinaldo and the Democrats, In October, 1899, Aguinnldo published signed manifesto in which be said: “We ask God that he may grant the triumph of the Democratic party in the United States, whieh is the party which defends the Philippines, and that impe- alisim may cease from its, mad idea of subduing us with its arms.” ‘The revolutionists follow every utter- ance made by. the Democratic enemies of the administration, and by those hos- tile to the acquisition of the Philippines. Tere are some statements that ave been printed and published by the Filipinos: In Honor of Mr. Brvan, “In the United States meetings and banquets have been held in honor of our honorable President Don Emilio, who was proclaimed by Mr, Bryan the future President of the United States, as one of the heroes of the world. “The Masonic societs, interpreting the unanimous desire of the people. together with the Government, organizes a meet- ing and popular assembly in tbis eapital in favor. of the national independence, which will take place on Sunday, the 2th, in honor of Mr, Brean and the anti- imperialist party which defends our cause in the United States. “All the Masons and all the Filipino ‘people are called to take part in this solemn act. ‘The meeting will be com- posed of three parts: First-~At Sin the morning on the 20th, a gathering in an appropriate place will take place, which will begin by singing the national bymn; then appropriate speeches will be read. Second—At midday a banquet will take place in the palace in honor of Mr, Brsan, who will be represented by American prisoners. Third—At 4 in the afternoon ‘ popular manifestation will take place everswhere—the people will decorate and Mluminate their houses, bands of music will pass through the streets.” Co-operating with Bryan, “Pilipino Republie, Secretary of Foreign Affairs: Wishing to hold a meeting in the morn- ing of Snnday next in the presidential palace of this republic, to correspond with the one held in the United States by Mr. Bryan, who toasted our honorable prest- dent #5 one of the heroes of the world, and with the object of carrying this ont swith the utmost pomp and with contrib: ‘uting by the presence of your subordl- nates to its greater splendor, I would be obliged if you would come to see me for a conference upon this mutter. "May God keep you many years, “FELIPE BURNCAMINO, “pariac, Oct. 26, 1890." Opposed to McKintey. Next is an extract from Ta Indepen- dencia, & newspaper published in the Philippines: Mr, Bryan, the competitor of MeKin- les in the last presidential election and the candidate selected for the future by the Democratic party, bas published a manifesto which has caused a profound sensation in the United States, ‘Mr. Bryan announces himself decidedly opposed to the imperial policy of the Government, and shows the danger in which American institutions will be plac- ed by this entirely new ambition for colonization. * * * He asks that the regime instituted in Cuba be applied to all the territory taken from Spain. * * * ‘To place the American yoke on the millions of natives who wish to be tree 200,000 men will be tteeded. * * ¢ Feb. 2, 1899. ‘A great popular meeting was held in New York on Feb. 23, to protest against the imperialistic policy of the United States. March 8, 1809. Filipinos Honoriug Brran, ‘The following is a telegram from the future President, and then our happy hours begin. ‘There have also been cele brated in New York and Ohiecago great meetings and banquets in honor of our dearly beloved president, Sr, Aguinaldo, wv wae ented one ofthe world’s teu hens “Ste masses who have thos voted our favor have done the same with ref- erence to Cuba, asking her independence, for which she is already to-day strug: ling. “Finally, the conduct of the Filipino amuezetiosote condemns ise They have changed their flag as they change thelr abet: ani are aninted solely by Momentary ast of atten golds but by their owt vile conduct, sided. by thet thieving ‘country they are only ralsog thelr own weft “God guard your excellencies many sears “SIG, DOMINGO SAMSON. “Guinabatan, Dec, 4, 1889." eis this shoe in the rear” that has done so much to sustain the Philippine febelin un prot the wer again the United States EXPORTS OF MANUFACTURES. Proincta of Our Factories Are Now maucta’ Sf Our Factories Ave N The increase in the exportation of American manutgetnres for the past year is one of the most remarkuble features of our foreign commerce. We now cote pete with the nations of the world ip every market, and we more than hold our ‘own everywhere. Our total exports of manufactures for 100 amounted _to $452,284,360, an Increase of $02,008,508 ‘over 1809, the largest ever knows, £0F In no. preceding. year his the increase ex- ceeded $50,000,000, Of the total exportations for the year ‘manufactured goods formed 31%, per ‘cent, oF nearly one-third, against 28 yer cent in 1809, 27 per cent in 1897, 28 yer ‘cont in 1895, 20% per cent in 1885, 15 her cent in 1870, and 12% yer cent tu 3840. ‘To pat the results in a still more strik- ing way it may be stated th: in 1860 the total exports of mamitactures were $40. 345,802, and in 1900 wore $452.284,866, while ail exports in 1860 were $3,507. 057, and in 1900) were $104,186). Krom these figures it will he seen that the total exports of 1900 were only. four times greater than the total exports of 1800, Dat the exports of manufactures were ten times greater in 1900 than they were in 1860, In other words, in 180 manufactures formed but 1234 per eent of tine total ex- ports and in 1000 they amounted to 31% iver cent, "These are the undeniable facts and figures, and they prove that not ouly does a’ protective tari protect the home ‘workingman and give him high wages, but it enables the American manufac: turer to 0 enlarge his business that he an enecesstally and profitably enter into the markets of the world, COMMERCE AND FINANCE. Proofe of Prosperity from the Treas- ury Bureau, Never in the history of the United States has there Leen a more prosperous year than that which ended June 20, last. That ig-the time when the general gov- emment makés up ita, books and draws -a-balance to sce how the natiow stands, just as merchants and manufacturers take account of stock at the end of their Dusiness year. ‘The report for the government fiscal year is now published and every citizen, ‘a8 a member of the great firm of “Uni- ted States & Co,," may well be gratified at the showing. "We have trade in every part of the Inhabitable globe and have interchanged commodities with every peosle. ‘Our business for the year amounted to ‘the enormous sum of $2,243,901,041, sur- passing eversthing ever before known by nearly” $820,000,000. ‘We sold to foreign countries merchan- dise valued at $1,304,196,371, and we bought from them to the value of $849,- 714,670, leaving a balance in our favor to be paid to us in gold, or to be credited to future accounts, of $54,471,701. ‘A’ business firm, showing’ a balunice on its sales in a proportion like this, would be pretty sure to feel that it was doing fa safe and prosperous business, DODGING THE ISSUE. ‘What Candidate Alachaler Said About Free iver. (From the Chicago ‘Timer-Herald.) WILL VOTE FOR M'KINLEY. Prosperity Visite a Farmer Who Wants ‘Maca ef fe, A white farmer of Georgia says: “I have a wife and three children and a lit tle farm. I wus raised not more than eight miles from where T live. Now, my friend, I have always voted for @ sentiment 'so as to be in touch with those around me, but now I am going to vote in the interest of my home and that wife and children in the future, sen- timent of no sentiment. This year T got ‘more for my potatoes, and more for my syrup, and my cotton, then I have for ten years, and my hides that I used to hang on the fence to cut strings off I am ‘now compelled to put up to save them, or my neighbors would steal thew. “I get fa fair price for all T make and I am going to vote for the Republican party Because It helps me provide for my house. ‘My vote in for MeKinley, who brought ‘prosperity te my door.” er uLOC iy | ene = ferro eae Xew Southern Industries, when they purchase goods) BY m coat eetn ee iy among | portomes ouler Tis eRe the more important of the new industvies | money order business of/the goverament reported by" the ‘Fradesimau during the | for the sear ending June 90, 1808, over Week ending July 28, are a $10,000 bas | that of the year 1805 was amore’ than Ket an crate factory in the Fort Valles, | 7,000,000 orders issued, amd’ the Increane Georgia fruit istrict; a broom factory | iu amonnt during the same thine wax $55,- in mide Georg, a, car factors in| 000000, Only 4 wouderflly prosperous Hiorida, coal mines in. Arkausus and people ‘can send that amouue West Virginia, electric lights and power | by mails, ect money plants in Georgia, Kentucky and Texas, —— E palmetto fiber factory at Gainesville, |, Nebraska's Bank Deposite, Fia., a flouring mill aud geain elevator | ‘The most emphatic proof of, pros at Clurkeburse W. Vets Irardware and | BOvity and tinancfal “comfort im Sippy cammmaies in Georgia and ‘Tesas,| Nebraska is found fm vthe — re- £'$30,000 barnes and saddlery works at MFC of the State bank examiner im Dallas, ‘Tesas, an ive factory in Virginia, | 32% 1, 1000. ‘There was on deposit bm an irrigation company in ‘Texas, a knit-| the Staite savings banks of the State, ting mill in North Carolina, ninber mills | 0st of which are outside the targe cities, fa Atkanease Mississippi, Sonth Carolina, | $24,866,110, an increase of $3;400,000 in and ‘Tennessee, a $600,000 mining and | one sear. As these banks are the banks. development company in Arkausas, a | in whieh the farmer deposite, ax well a $50,000 novelty works at Wheeling, W. | the laboring man, It shows that prosper- Vaal natural as and oil companies in te | ¥ has arrived in Nebraska ia a’ very Eastern Kentucky and” West Virginia | Healthy state, 7 fields, am elevator manufacturing con Prosperity aad Cait ae luntes Gas rouy factory te iene |, grORbety haut laneas dedenion: a Hat w soap factory in Ken) aud charity. ‘That the countey is, pros- tucks, telone compsnies tn the Caro” perone beyuuil what it haa ever kown Hinge aud Texas, tobacco factory im Keir) is provew by last year’s benefactions, y. a_i The enormous sum of $79,749,050. was idbstis Genen at Peauaaaiay given to charity and various inatitations. ‘That labor actually receives the great: est share of our country's prosperity is fact carefully concealed by. the calamity howlers, Tathor receives this by drawing yearly the greater share of the products of industry. ‘The census of the United States, Extra Bulletin No. 67, contaivs fan array of Hgnres dealing with the man- lufacturing industries of this eountry, aud ‘it shows the following fzures: Product total manufactures 10, TNO sos vcsosanenscesesees+ 8270107 (24 “Material and cost 20UIIIIS 3 reas Wings cust scceealvcseseesesss 22882 20D Balgnee to capteadc. 2200002002 1.207471. 048 ‘These oficial figures show that labor has a yearly income nearly twice that of capital, and this year's census. figures will be even more interesting. Western Stotes Republican, During the present year it will be possi- ble to carry the States of Idalto, Nevada, Wyoming, Sonth Dakota and ‘Montana on prosperity aud the wool question, with a remote chance of Colorado and Utab, fas wool-growinng in these States is a very important industry. ‘These States. voted for Bryan last tine ow the silver ques: tion, ‘The wool growers have received such substantial benetits from the Ding- ley tariff act, and prices obtained are in such strong contrast with those obtained under the free trade tariff, that the wool growers are convinced of the advantages of protection. Even the Governor of Tdaho, a Democrat. is a purchaser of sheep ranches in that State, Te is tall ing very little about free wool. ‘Weeeeaine Shamewmeites ‘The most notable feature of the great prosperity wave is the manuer ii which Ie hae swept over the entire country, not A single locality or a single industry es aping its stimnlus.” ‘The best evidence of this ix in the bank clearings. In New York in 18% thes increased nearly 45 per cent; in Pittsburg, 7 per e&nts in ‘Cleveland,-over~82 per cent:-—Senttle showed a gain of 51 per ceit: Salt Lake City, 48 per cent; Birmingham, Ala., inearly 44 per cent; Boston, 20 per cent; ‘Miumeapolis, 17 percent: and throughout the whole cour<rs the average gain was 36 per'eon¢ over 1898 and 63 per cent over 1807. Savings of Waxe-Earners. So steadily are the Democratic papers and orators engaged in applsing epithets and abuse to any who are prosperous, ‘and speaking in tragic tones of the "con" centration of wealth,” that the actual fig- tires escape them. In 1899 the deposits in-all the banks of the United States national and savings, amonnted to the ‘enormous sum of $7,514,000,000. Of this reat total the savings banks amd the State bunks—the depositories of the 0 called poor people—held nearly one-half. Tt will be seen from the above figures ‘that wealth Is far from being concen- trated and the cry about it should be dropped. Prosperity in Penossivania. ‘The official reports of the State banks, trust companies and savings banks in the State of Pennsslvania, since 1892, show that prosperity has arrived in that State. Private banks and national banks. are not included, Here are the fignres: Nee eee Oe ee ae ae 1802... seeee $20,400,822 BF sear eee feos cs Aeon ais fe cot eon. 4d. Boia. ca wo sit Ho ines cctonses §«— aimoorost 72 ans On Tooele BaOeasT doe 28 jeer. cloner ugoen4s OF 418 Yeoe..Jom0.008 — onsraate MAAN 10 Toper...675408 —_Ssbe.708 84 480 98 South Has Lots of Money. ‘The South is at last getting on a selt- sustaining basis, and is able to move the featton erop with Southern capital. Pros- perity and general development of the in- Gustries there, on account of the protect- ive tariff, have led to a great inerease in the banking facilities s0 that Southern banks are now able to furnish the money needed to handle the crop. In spite of this great improvement in conditions, the Routh will be expected to vote for free trade, free silver, antiexpansion or any other dose which the leaders of the Dem- oeratie party sees fit to concoct. Money in Savings Banks, On June 80, 1899, there were over 5,200,000 depositors in the savings by x of the United States as against 4,800... in 1894, and 8,800,000 in 1809, Bach of these depositors had more money to his account than ever before. ‘The average amount on deposit rising from $869 for teach person in 1894 to $410 in 1809, Te will be a terrific task for the Democratic tnd Populist orators and papers of the sume ik, to persuade this vast army of Aepositors that has steadily increased its Suvings, that prosperity is not abroad in the land. isa eee ame ea “2m Cee: tear ears eee a ee ee quantity of one dollar bills in circulation inereased from $40,000,000 to $57,000,- 000, the two-dollar bills from $28,000,000 to $36,000,000, and five-dollar bills from {$245,000,000 to $291,000,000. ‘These are the denominations that go into the hands of the wage workers, and the above fig- ‘ures are most instructive. Money Order Business, The so-called “common people,” and those who do business with the banks generally, send money to relatives, or when they purchase goods) by mall or: postoilice order. ‘The ineréase in. the money order business of the gorerament for the year ending June 80, 1800, over that of the year 1895 Was more than. 7,000,000 orders issued, and the increase in amonnt during the same thme wa $55,- 000,000, Only wonderfully: prosperous people ‘cam send that amount of money by mails, ne Nebraska's Bank Depoaite, ‘The most emphatic proot of prom perity and Gnancial “gomfort im Nebraska ia found fm the ree port of the State bank examiner in. Jan, 1, 1900. ‘There was op deposit in the State savings banks of the State, jwoxt of which are outside the large cities, $21,600,110, an increase of $3,400,000 in one yer. “Aw these banks are the banks. in which the farmer deposite, as well ax the Inboring man, it shows that prosper- ity bas arrived in Nebraska in a very Thealthy state, . Preeverity aad Chan Prosperity benefits largely education and charity. ‘That the country ts, pros- perous beyoud what it haa ever’ known is proven by last year's benefactions, ‘The enormous sum of $79,749,956. was given to charity and various institutions as compared with $33,670,129 in 1896, $26.943.519 in 1805, and $19,567,116 in 1894. "OF the amount given in 1890 edu- cational institutions received $55,851,817, charities $13,200,676, churches" $2,002,- 503, art galleries $2,686,500, and libraries $5,012,400. When the Farmer Thinks. ‘The farmer ix a wonderfol and power ful force in the United States, ‘There are upwards of 8,500,000 of him, a8 against 5,000,000 manufacturing workers, and only 368,000 mining workers. ‘The tarm- er is prosperous as he never was before, and his mighty force will be felt whem he votes to have his present prosperous condition continued. He remembers the condition of prices of bis products under Democratic rule and sbudders when he thinks of it. Demand for Smal Colina” Hon. George E, Roberts, direetor of the- United States mint, says that meyer. in the history of the nation bas there been such a call for small denominations of money—pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, halt-dollars and one and two dollar bills, ‘This is the sort of money that: maker change in the retail store and is pald out by the banks in small dealings with farm- ers aud wage workers, and shows how mueh of it they use, ‘ahmed che wan maaan As to how prosperity is coming along in the State of Wyoming the following oieial figures as to. the total. deposite in the banks of the State for the. pate four years are very instructive, They, are ag follows: ae Dee Te Regen ae Dec 2 ikiers 2200000! oman Dec, 2, 1800. eee eeeeeees 688,88 TF ‘The Price of Woot, ‘The Yakiina Wool Growers‘ Aasoela® tion of North Yakima, Wash, ; Poot THAT State; mag ton sold in 1894 at from 5% cents to e1 per pound; in 1895 trom 6 cents to: 10 cents per pound; in 189 from 734 cents to 12 cents per pound; and in 1899, andre ‘McKinley prosperity, it sells trom 1 cents to 20 cents per pound. ieee ‘Woo! in Montana, Pi) In 1894, under the Democratic free trade in wool, the average price, accord~ ing to the oficial Ggures furnished by the Montana State Board of Sheep Com- missioners of that State, was 9 cents per, pound. in 1809, under McKinley “and prosperity, it was 16 2-3 cents per pound, fnd this year contracts have been made at 20 to 22 cents, Very Few Failures ‘The official figures of the mercantile agencies show that tbe failures in 1880 wwere the fewest in aumber and smallest in average liubility ever reported in twen- ty-tive years, Verily “the widespread disaster” to all business that Mr. Bryan predicte would follow MeKinley’s elec- ‘tion mit have got sidetracked some- ‘where So ere | _ En 1895 the wool growers af Weet Vik ginia were getting. under the Wilson bill, 8 to 11 cents for fine unwashed wool. Tn 1899, under prosperity and McKinley, “they received 20 to 25 cents, ‘These are ‘the Ggures from the Inrgest dealers iy ‘the State Is it any wonder that West Virginia is for MeKinley and prosperity. Prosperity Down South. Prosperity is abiding in the South, At: lanta, Ga., has contracts awaiting full ment for $6,000,000 worth of uew build ings. Under present prosperity prices the cotton erop of the South is estimated te bbe worth $30,000,000. Populist Whecis Kun Overtime, ‘The’ prosperity of the country is’ not confined to one partivular location ot class, Even the wheels in the heads off the Populist leaders ure running on ex: tra time on that contract of trying to, account for the failure of their 1896 prev dictions. 2 Live Stock Values. ‘The live stock in the hands of the: farmers is at present prices worth $400,- 000,000 more’ than in the Demoeratie times of 1894-96. “Fhe farmer knows this and realizes what prosperity mean to bim, i: Sliver and Wheat, a “Speaking of disappearing guns,” inv ‘quired the reminiscent man, “what bas Decome of the old ‘silver-the-runving: mate-of-wheat™ howitzer the Democratio, orators fired so fast and fariously im 1806." See Viwmere CapiteK: ‘The farmer has an invested capita’: nearly three times that of the manufac- ‘turer in this countes” and twelve times ‘that of the miner. He knows that he is prosperous and will vote for McKinley. Savings Bauk Deposits, An evideu.e of prosperity that cannot be disputed is the immense increase i savings bank deposits. These banks are the depositories of the wage-earner. ‘Twice an Many Depositors. ‘The depositors in the banks of the coum- ‘try have doubled In ten years, in spite ‘of “the oppression of the gold standard.” --- CHAPTER III.—(Continued.) "And to leave him behind? No, that I could never do!" cried Bluebell. She turned and looked straight into his face. "If that was what you wished to say to me, Mr. Moore, let me tell you at once you need say no more. As long as my father is in New Kelso I will stay with him. I am not in the least afraid. Why should a woman necessarily be a coward?" dismounted, but somehow his foot caught awkwardly in the stirrup, and he fell. As he rose, he saw a brook grin on the face of Sam. His rage long at the smoldering point, burs forth, and, lifting his riding whip, he struck the boy severely across the face with it. "Take that, you black nigger!" he said, with an oath, "and learn not to laugh at your betters!" "A coward? No! No one would accuse you of being that!" cried Moore. He turned his horse's head toward hers, so close that he was able to lay his hand on hers. Bluebell started and instantly withdrew her hand. Moore went on in a lower tone: "But you are one of those women to save whom from danger or hurt men would give up their lives. Bluebell, listen to me. I am going out of the country, and have only been waiting here until I should dare to ask you to accompany me. Your father is anxious you should consent." She was still uncomprehending. "You may leave the country," she answered coldly. "You are not of it; I am. I have been brought up in it, and I love it. Am I going to run away because we are going to be invaded by the Boers from the Transvaal? Do you think I have so little confidence in our British relations as that? Besides, where should I go? I have no relations in the world, so far as I know, but my father." "You will not understand me," said Moore. His brow began to darken, but Bluebell did not notice that. "Miss Lealie-Bluebell, I love you with all my soul! I wish you to be my wife." If the kopje they were ascending had suddenly been cleft asunder, and swallowed up rider and horse before her eyes, Bluebell could not have been more astonished. Bluebell looked at the man or a mind to see if he were really in earnest; as once more he tried to lay his hand on hers, she shook it off and drew her horse aside. "Mr. Moore, you have taken me by surprise. I never for a moment dreamt of such a thing. Why, you've only seen me two or three times! But though we had known each other for a lifetime it would be all the same. Thank you for the honor you have done me, but it is quite out of the question. I do not love you, and could never be your wife." It was as well she did not see the expression of his face now. He did not speak for a few minutes. Perhaps he was trying to conquer himself. "I will not take that as my answer, Miss Leslie," he said at last, in the same tone as before. "I have spoken too suddenly; you were not prepared for it. I will wait until you have seen your father, until he has spoken to you. Perhaps your answer then will be different." "It cannot be different!" the girl retorted. "What could my father say to change my feelings? You may as well take your answer now, Mr. Moore; and please don't think it is because I did not expect what you have just said that I have made such an answer. I am very sorry if I have hurt your feelings, but I can't help it. Now I am going to put Rover to a gallop; we are getting near home." She put the words into action, and the next moment the gallant little veldt pony was flying over the level plain, the girl keeping her seat like one to the manner born, her slight figure erect, her reins held with the nugent yet firm hand of a thorough horsewoman. It was a pretty sight to see horse and rider lit up by the red blaze of sunset, the girl's whole figure simply outlined in the crimson light. her ruddy hair touched with the gold of the setting sun. Moore followed. There was a look on his face that would have given Bluebell a thrill of indefinite fear and vague foreboding had she seen it. Once his lips moved, as if he were muttering to himself; but no articulate sound came from them. Bluebell did not pause until they were close to the avenue of blue-gum and nettle; then she half turned her head to say: "Are you coming up, Mr. Moore?" "If you have no objection, Miss Leslie," he answered in his usual tones. Bluebell made no response, and a few seconds brought them to the door of the house. The gaunt figure of Miss Elizabeth appeared at the entrance, brought thither by the sound of horses' hoofs. Her thin, high-cheek-boned face was grey with anxious fear. "Thank God, you're safe home, my bairn!" she exclaimed, using the familiar Scotch word, as she was apt to do in moments of excitement. "I have not been able to do a stroke of work for over-anxiety about you. They say the Boors have entered the country." "I didn't see them, anyway, auntie; and I've turned up all safe and sound, you see," said the girl with a little laugh, as she laid an affectionate arm round Miss Elizabeth's scraggy shoulders. "Here, Sam" to the Zulu boy who appeared from the stables—"take the horses, boy." "Yah, missie," answered the Zulu, showing his teeth in a grin. He was an intelligent looking specimen of his race, with a frank and pleasant expression on his brown visage. As Bluebell and her aunt disappeared, Moore A STORY OF THE BOER CAMPAIGN IN NATAL dismounted, but somehow his foot caught awkwardly in the stirrup, and he fell. As he rose, he saw a broad grin on the face of Sam. Hisrage, long at the smoldering point, burst forth, and, lifting his riding whip, he struck the boy severely across the face with it. "Take that, you black nigger!" he said, with an oath, "and learn not to laugh at your betters!" A great weal rose on the boy's brown face, as he uttered an involuntary exclamation. It reached Bluebell's ears, and she ran out quickly. A glance at the two revealed everything, and she turned on Moore white with scorn and anger. "You struck my boy? How dared you, coward?" she cried, her voice full of ringing scorn and indignation. "And you dared to say to me what you did a few minutes ago! If I were my father, I would never let you cross New Keiso again! Don't touch the boy again! I dare you!" She turned from him with inexpressible contempt, and walked with Sam to the stables. Gerald Moore looked after her, an ugly line of anger along his lips. "Dared?" he repeated to himself. "You shall pay for this yet, my lady! Oh, you shall pay for it with your very heart blood!" He smiled a smile that had something fendish in it. Moore remained to supper. It was rather a gloomy meal. Mr. Leslie looked downcast, perhaps sulky. Miss Elizabeth was agitated and anxious. Only Moore talked and jested rather more than usual. As for Bluebell, she never once looked at or spoke to him. She went to her own room after supper and did not know when Moore left. About nine o'clock Miss Elizabeth knocked at her door. "Your father wants to speak to you downstairs, Bluebell." "Now for it," thought the girl. She opened the door. "Well, auntie, I'll go down. I suppose Mr. Moore is away." "Yes," said Miss Elizabeth. "I wonder why he comes so much to New Kelso, Bluebell? I don't like him, lassie." "Nor I," Bluebell answered; "but he's a millionaire, auntie, and that goes a long way with some. Well, I'll go down anyhow, and see what dad has to say." CHAPTER IV Adam Leslie was standing by the fireplace when Bluebell entered, a heavy frown on his forehead, his face looking dark and determined. Bluebell did not like this mood in her father; but she had inherited her father's determination, and was quite ready to oppose her will to his. "Take a seat, Bluebell," he said in a tone of hoarseness in his voice. She did so, and he went on: "Mr. Moore has been speaking about you to me." "Indeed," said the girl coldly. "Yes. He asks for you as his wife, and I have given him his answer. "Indeed!" said Bluebell again. "I suppose you didn't think, then, that I had a say in the matter, dad?" "A say in it?" retorted her father, breaking suddenly into a fury. "What say could you have but that you would do as I wanted? You shall marry Gerald Moore this day week, and be safely out of the country before the trouble begins. The man is a millionaire, rolling in money! You will go to England, where money is able to do anything, and be introduced into the highest society in the land, where you have a better right than many that are there. If all had their rights I should be Laird of Tinlaverstock, as you know. You will wear a diamond tiara, and drive in your carriage and be presented to her Majesty. What more should a girl want?" His fury had blazed up and gone out the next moment, like a lucifer match, and his tone now was that of one who summons all the persuasion and argument he is master of to bring about a desire he is previously anxious for yet tries to conceal. "And leave you and Aunt Elizabeth at New Kelso, to be attacked perhaps by the Boers?" said the girl indignantly. "No, indeed, dad, I shall do no such thing. Do you think the things you speak of are any temptation to me? What can a girl like me, who has been brought up among buffaloes and ostriches, with all the freedom of the veldt and the mountains about her, care for a glided cage in an English city, even with a diamond tiara and a carriage? But, at any rate, even if that were a temptation. I wouldn't marry Mr. Moore, not for anything he could give. I don't like him nor trust him." "But I tell you you shall marry him girl! You must!" exclaimed her father again furiously. He started from his position and faced her, his face almost purple with passion and excitement, his veins standing out like knotted cords, his lips unsteady. "There's no choice in the matter—you've got to do it! I have sworn to Moore you will be his wife this day week, and you shall!" "You had no right to promise such a thing!" retorted the girl indignantly. Bluebell Leslie was no milk-and-water, weak-willed girl, to be bullied into such a course by her father or any one else. She had been brought up in too hardy and independent a life for that. "I shall not marry him, father, that is certain. You don't need to try to urge me. You are my father, and I owe you affection and obedience; but not in such a matter as that of selling myself to a man I despise and distrust. Yes, that is what I do. I didn't think why you brought him to New Kelso. If you had seen him strike Sam today—But there, what is the use of speaking?" she added quickly. "I have given you my answer, dad, as I gave it to Mr. Moore himself today. Did he not tell you?" Instead of answering directly, her father strode to her side, seized her arm, and holding it in such a grasp of iron that it almost wrung a cry from her lips, whispered in her ear: "You'll have to marry him, or see your father ruined and disgraced! Bluebell, I tell you I'm in Gerald Moore's power. At any moment he can sell me up, take every stick I've got, and turn us out on the veldt homeless and penniless." Bluebell turned her face toward him. It had grown very pale, and her eyes glowed. Words of Adair Rothes kept ringing in her ears: "Beware of that man, he is dangerous!" "You mean," she said, slowly, in a changed voice, all the girlish defiance and brightness gone out of it, "that you are in that man's power." "I've been foolish lately, Bluebell, I confess it. I've been speculating and lost. I got into Moore's power up at Maritzburg. There's worse than I've told you. Moore holds a bill—a bill that would disgrace me forever, would"—his voice sank—"put me in prison." Bluebell gave a low cry, shrinking from her father's touch, and covered her face with her hands. "It was—I was not quite accountable for it," said Mr. Leslie in a hoarse whisper. "I—I had been taking too much. But it's done, Bluebell, and can't be undone. You must save me. On the day that you marry him Gerald Moore will give that paper over into my hands to be destroyed. Bluebell's hands dropped from her face and she looked up at him. "So, to save you from the consequences of your crime," she said slowly, "you would make me give myself up to this unscrupulous villian—a villian even according to your own showing! You will be saved, but what of me? I am to be sacrificed to a life worse than death, life with a man I fear and despise and dishonor, who—yes, I am sure of it—does not love me, but wishes for some purpose to get me, as well as you, into his clutches. Did it never strike you as being rather a cowardly thing to do, dad?" There was a strange bitterness in her voice—a bitterness that had never been heard in Bluebell Leslie's blithe, clear young voice in all her life before. The wretched man felt it and winced; but the next moment he seized her arm again. "I am your father, and I have a right to demand this of you!" he exclaimed hoarsely. "Will you see your father dragged to prison and your aunt and yourself turned out on the veld, ruined and disgraced, to be shot by the Boers, or to die of starvation? Answer me that!" "I cannot answer you now. Let me go to my room," said Bluebell in a low voice. "I beg your pardon, dad, for having spoken to you as I did just now. I should not have done it. But I do not think anything would justify me in marrying him." Before he could stop her she had slipped from the room and gone up to her own. Miss Elizabeth had been waiting for her, and now came to the door. (To be Continued.) A. Frank Advertiser: The advertising man was telling about queer breaks made by his fellowmen, and he remarked: "Philadelphia merchants are mighty candid advertisers. I've always known that fact, but I never saw it so strikingly illustrated as I did in the Philadelphia papers Tuesday. I picked up one of the leading papers there and read over the bargains the big stores had to offer, and in the middle of one advertisement, under the head of hats, I found this: "What do you get when you buy a $4 hat at other stores?"—Stuck. Same here, $3.50. Of course, I thought it was a break, but I got the other papers and I found the same thing in every one of them. Just suppose a New Yorker was as frank as that in his advertising announcements, wouldn't he do a trade, though?"—New York Sun. Jack Had Escaped. A gaunt, muscular woman of fierce mein entered a city hall in a Utah county seat and asked the county clerk to find out if one Jack Peters was married. Search developed the name of John Peters, for whose marriage a license had been issued two years before. "I thought so." said the woman. "Married 'Lize Waters,' didn't he?" The marriage license is issued for a marriage with Miss Eliza Waters." "Yep. Well, I'm 'Lize. I thought I ought to come in and tell you that Jack Peters has escaped."—San Francisco Wave. Room for Such Work "New York theatrical agents are scouring foreign markets for new dramatic attractions." "They are? Well, they would better stay at home and scour some of the plays they have already secured."—Puck. A woman who is too near sighted to see when the buttons are off her husband's macintosh can often read mighty fine print bargain advertisements. TRANS-PACIFICTRADE HAS INCREASED FOURFOLD WITHIN SEVEN YEARS. Importance of Manila as a Distributing Market for China and Japan—Hawaii and Australia Now Large Buyers of American Produce. The market which the people of the United States will be able to make in the Philippines, while amounting to many millions of dollars, is, however, a small item compared to that which opens to them through the possession of the Philippines as an entre port for the distribution of American goods in the Orient. Grouped around Manila as a point of distribution lies the most densely populated part of the world. More than 80,000,000 of people form the population of Japan, Asiatic Russia, China, French Cochin China, Slam, British India, Australasia, the Dutch East Indies, etc., all of which are nearer to Manila, as a point of distribution, than any other great commercial center, while such cities as Canton, Shanghai and others are as near Manila as Havana is to the city of New York. The commerce of this section, of which Manila may be made a great commercial center, now amounts to more than $2,000,000,000 per annum, and its annual purchases $1,200,000,000 per annum, or an average of $100,000,-000 a month. Practically all this vast sum which it sends to other parts of the world is expended for the class of goods for which the people of the United States are now seeking a market. Cotton and cotton goods, breadstuffs, provisions, dairy products, manufactures of iron, steel and wood, the products of the farm and factory, are demanded by the people of that part of the world. In most cases the apparent disposition is for these countries to purchase from the people of the United States rather than from any other section or people. China, which in 1880 took only 2.5 per cent of her imports from the United States, in 1898 took 8.2 per cent of her imports from this country. Japan, which in 1898 took only 6.8 per cent of her imports from the United States, took 14.4 per cent of her imports from this country in 1898. Our exports to China, which in the fiscal year 1898 were but $3,800,457, were in 1899 $1,443,440. Our exports to Japan, which in 1893 were $3,195,494, were $17,264,688 in 1899, and in the fiscal year of 1900 reached $25,000,000. To British Australias our exports, which in 1894 were $8,131,939, were in 1899 $19,777,129, and reached $25,000,-000 in 1900. To the Hawaiian islands our exports in 1893 were $2,827,663, and in 1899 $3,905,470, while those of the fiscal year 1900 were $14,000,000 To the Philippines our exports in 1897 were less than $100,000, and in the year 1900 exceeded $2,000,000. Taking Asia as a whole, our exports, which in 1893 were but $1,222,354, were in 1899 $48,360,161, and in 1900 amounted to $65,000,000, or four times those of 1893. To Oceania our exports, which in 1898 were $11,199,477, were in 1900 in excess of $40,000,000. Thus our exportations to Asia and Oceania, which in 1893 were $7,000,000, were in 1900 upward of $100,000,000, or four times those of seven years ago. That such fields still remain open to us in the Orient is, however, shown by the following table, prepared by the Treasury Bureau of Statistics from the latest available data, showing the value of the imports and exports of the Orient and the share of the United States therein: | | Imports. | Exports. | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | British East Indies | $ 221,532,306 | $ 365,217,000 | | British Australia | 277,879,000 | 278,768,000 | | China | 146,077,000 | 110,849,000 | | Straits Settlements | 138,751,000 | 82,577,000 | | Dutch East Indies | 109,955,000 | 97,822,000 | | Russia, Asiatic | 69,458,000 | 80,901,000 | | Siam | 21,579,000 | 29,456,000 | | Philippine Islands | 19,384,000 | 25,280,000 | | Philippine Islands | 14,528,000 | 16,553,000 | | Mauritius | 7,145,000 | 15,456,000 | | Persia | 15,010,000 | 15,652,000 | | Ceylon | 25,476,000 | 16,564,000 | | Bangladesh | 20,722,000 | 14,641,000 | | French East Indies | 20,000,000 | 10,000,000 | | Korea | 790,096 | 3,088,000 | | Korea | 8,088,000 | 2,482,000 | BENEFIT OF COLONIES. Their Commercial and Financial Relation to Mother Countries. An official publication of the bureau of statistics, issued some months ago, shows that the colonies, protectorates, and dependencies of the world number 136. They occupy two-fifths of the land surface of the globe, and their population is one-third of the entire people of the earth. Their total imports average $1,500,000,000 worth of goods annually, and of this vast sum more than 40 per cent is purchased from the mother country. Of their exports, which considerably exceed imports, 40 per cent go to the mother country. Large sums are annually expended in the construction of roads, canals, railways, telegraphs, postal service, schools, etc., but in most cases the present annual expenditures are produced by local revenues or are represented by local obligations. The revenues of the British colonies in 1897 were $755,000,000, and their expenditures $745,000,000. While the public debt in the more important and active of these communities aggregates a large sum, it is represented by canals, railways, public highways, harbors, irrigation, and other public improvements intended to stimulate commerce and production, the railroads in operation in the British colonies alone aggregating 55,000 miles, and is in no instance assumed by or a charge upon the mother country. Of the 126 colonies, protectorates, de- pendencies and "spheres of influence," which make up the total list, two-fifths belong to Great Britain, their area (including the native feudatory states of India) being considerably more than one-half the grand total of colonial population. France is next in order in number, area and population of colonies, though the area controlled by France is about one-third that of Great Britain, and the population of her colonies less than one-sixth of those of Great Britain. Commerce between the successful colonies and their mother countries is in nearly all cases placed on practically the same basis as that with other countries, goods from home countries receiving in the vast majority of cases no advantages over those from other countries in import duties, and other exactions of this character. We have given to Porto Rico and Hawaii vastly better treatment than is usual with colonies since we make the ratio of duty on commerce between Porto Rico and the United States but 15 per cent of that with other countries, and even that but temporary; while in the case of Hawaii, which voluntarily asked admission, we have continued and enlarged the freedom of interchange which already existed under reciprocity. THE WAR WITH SPAIN: Its Beginning and Ending from Our Musketeer Standpoint. The instructions given to Minister Woodford for his guidance at Madrid directed him to impress upon the government of Spain the sincere wish of the United States to lend its aid in securing a peace honorable alike to Spain and the people of Cuba. A new administration in the Spanish government encouraged the hope that a change of policy might be adopted which would result in the pacification of Cuba, but this hope was doomed to disappointment. After long and patient negotiation in the interest of peace, to the evils which had so long pressed upon this country in consequence of the insurrection, was added a series of incidents that rendered necessary, on April 21, 1898, an armed intervention to terminate the humiliation imposed by the condition of affairs. The brief and brilliant period of war with Spain was followed by preliminaries of peace, signed on August 12, providing for the relinquishment of sovereignty over Cuba, the cession of Porto Rico and other islands belonging to Spain in the West Indies, together with an island in the Ladrones, to be selected by the United States, and the occupation of territory in the city and vicinity of Manila, pending the conclusion of a treaty of peace which should determine the control, disposition, and government of the Philippines. When the commissioners of the United States, sent to Paris to negotiate a treaty of peace with the representatives of Spain, confronted the problem of settlement, it became evident that the interests of the population of the Philippine Islands, the peace of the world, and the consistent completion of the task of the pacification undertaken by the government alike demanded a cession of the entire Philippine archipelago to the United States. At the same time justice to a foreign foe and the magnanimous spirit of the American people seemed to require a recognition of the actual expenditures of Spain in the internal improvement of the islands, and the sum of $20,000,000 was agreed upon as a suitable compensation for the transfer of this great archipelago, whose extensive public lands, estimated at one-half the whole area of the islands, rich in mineral wealth and forests of valuable timber, will prove abundantly sufficient to justify this expenditure and to provide resources for a future government. Our Malls on the Ocean: One of the favorite claims put forth by American free traders who oppose legislation for the upbuilding of our shipping in the foreign trade is the one which pretends that the subsidies paid by Great Britain is merely for the carriage of mails, and they endeavor to create the impression that it is a purely business transaction, having no regard for the interests of the British ships thus subsidized. But the fallacy of this claim is apparent when we find an eminent Briton, a member of Parliament, and famous for his agitation in favor of reduced charges for malt transportation—J. Henniker Heaton—make the following quotation in a letter to the British Postmaster General a few years ago. Said Mr. Heaton: "When, however, I introduced a resolution on the subject on March 30 last, Mr. H. H. Fowler, then Secretary to the Treasury, stated that already, even at the present high charges, there is a loss of £365,000 a year, or £1,000 a day, on the foreign and colonial service of the British postoffice." The difference between the subsidy-paying British nation and our own is that the former loses about $2,000,000 on the transaction, while the United States, on the other hand, earns about $2,000,000 a year net, over expenses, for the carriage of its foreign mails. The passage of the ship subsidy bill now pending in Congress, however, will effect a needed reform in the carriage of American mails, and at the same time build up our shipping trade to its old-time pre-eminence. Poria Bico Prosperous. The imports and exports of Porto Rico for the month of May, 1900, were each about 100 per cent greater than for the corresponding month of the year 1899. This is the poverty and distress to which the Democratic platform said the Republicans had doomed the island. ```markdown ``` BOERS CAPTURE HOARE. Elands River Garrison Supposed to Have Been Whipped. KITCHENER IS IN PURSUIT Mothuen Comes in Contact with DoWe's Advance Guard—Buer Delegation in Berlin—Trying to Get Measure of Independence. Pretoria, Aug. 10.—Delarey, hearing of Ian Hamilton's approach toward Rustenberg and seeing that he had no chance of capturing Baden-Powell, carried off to Elands river. Hamilton reported that firing in the Elands river direction ceased Monday and that Lieutenant-Colonel Hoare's garrison had evidently been captured. Hamilton left Rustenberg Tuesday morning, bringing Baden-Powell's force with him. De Wet commenced crossing the Vaal river Monday. Kitchener is now moving in pursuit. Methuen, on the right bank of the Vaal, has evidently come into contact with De Wet's advance guard, as his guns were heard by Kitchener Tuesday morning. Berlin, Aug. 10.—The boer delegation and Dr. Leyds arrived here Wednesday. They were received Thursday at the foreign office by Herr Von Der Enthal, Count Von Bulow's representative. It is understood that the purpose of their visit to Berlin and also to St. Petersburg, where they will go next, is to induce Germany and Russia, when peace comes, to try to get some measure of independence for the poers. TOWNE QUITS THE TICKET. Populist Candidate Withdraws in Favor of Stevenson. Duluth, Minn., Aug. 9.—Ex-Congressman Charles A. Towne, who was nominated for the vice-presidency by the Populist national convention, held at Sioux Falls, S. D., in May, has sent a letter to the committee of notification withdrawing his name in favor of A. E. Stevenson, the Democratic nominee for that office. He says in part: "I'm announcing this conclusion I cannot forbear to express to you, and, through you, to the great convention whose commission you hold, as well as to that patriotic body of advanced political thought that your convention represented, my deep sense of honor conferred upon me. To be the unaptious choice of such convention for a second highest office in the service of the republic would be a distinction to any citizen. Two circumstances, however, add emphasis to this consideration in the present instance: First, that the nomination was unsolicited by me; and, secondly, that the convention, as in the case also of its nominee for the president, went out of its own political organization to select a candidate. "To my mind this action of the Sioux Falls convention in nominating for president a representative of the Democratic party, and for vice-president a representative of the silver Republican party, is one of the most encouraging and inspiring spectacles in recent politics. It unselfishness and magnanimity, its testimony to the precedence of the cause of the people over any merely partisan advantage raised the procedure of that convention into the serene upper air of true civic heroism. From such a spirit as this what service, what sacrifice, can be asked in the name of the republic! It was, of course, the expectation of your convention that its nomination for the vice-presidency would prove acceptable to the conventions of the Democratic and silver Republican parties, called to meet in Kansas City on the 4th of July. "When Mr. Stevenson had been nominated, what was it my duty to do? My name had gone before the convention along with his, and I had been beaten. The nomination had been made decisively, and with absolute fairness. The candidate chosen was personally unexceptionable; his loyalty to our principles was beyond question, and his career had been a long exemplification of them. Manifestly it was my duty to support that nomination. Acting upon this conviction I went before the silver Republican convention and succeeded in persuading it not to nominate me, and the vice-presidential matter was finally referred to the silver Republican national committee with full powers. Later in the night the committee placed the name of Mr. Stevenson on its ticket as candidate for vice-president. "This recital clearly develops the situation as it now is. Everybody knows that either Mr. Stevenson or Mr. Roosevelt is to be the next vicepresident of the United States. I am expected to take a laborious part in the campaign. I shall, of course, advocate the election of Bryan and Stevenson." Robbham Use the Telenphour Rossen Use the Telephone. The boldness of two burglar, who secured $500 worth of jewelry at B. Winegeret's store at Akron, Ohio, amazes the police of that town. By long-distance telephone the men called Winegeret from Cleveland and offered for $300 to return the property stolen. They gave a correct list of the articles taken, and wished to arrange a meeting with attorneys. The jeweler tried to secure a personal interview without success, and at last, he several conferences by telephone, he refused to pay the money without seeing the jewelry. A NEW BOOK. One Hundred Distinguished Leaders, is the title of a beautiful book, containing elegantly executed half-tone portraits and up-to-date life-sketches of one hundred of the leading colored men and women of the United States. The book sells for 25 cents a copy. It should find ready sale in every community where race pride is manifested. The book containi portraits of such men as Bishop H. M. Turner, Booker T. Washington, the educator, the late Hon. Frederick Douglass, Paul Laurence Dunbar, the poet, E. A. Johnson, the historian, W. S. Scarboough, the Greek Scholar. TERMS TO AGENTS. Agents are wanted everywhere to sell this book. In lots of ten or more copies, agents are furnished the book at ten cents a copy; but for less than ten copies the regulas price, 25 cents, must be sent. Send all orders to CHARLES ALEXANDER, All money should be sent by Pose Office Money Order. A Mother Tells How She Saved Her Little Daughter's Life. I am the mother of eight children and have had a great deal of experience with medicines. Last summer my little daughter had the dysenty in its worst form. We thought she would die. I tried everything I could think of, but nothing seemed to do her any good. I saw an advertisement in our paper that Chamberlain's Colie, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy was highly recommended and sent and got a bottle of it at once. It proved to be one of the very beet medicines we ever had in the house. It saved my little daughter's life. I am anxious for every mother to know what an excellent medicine it is. Had I known it at first it would have saved me a great deal of anxiety and my little daughter much suffering—Yours truly, Mrs. GEO. P. BURDICK, Liberty, R. I. For sale by all Druggists. Explosive Confined and Unconfined. There is a widespread misapprehension in regard to the devastating effect of high exposives. When unconfined the effect even of large charges of them upon structures is comparatively slight. At the naval ordnance proving ground, so long ago as 1884, repeated charges of dynamite, varying from five pounds to 100 pounds in weight, were detonated on the face of a vertical target consisting of eleven one-inch wrought-iron plates bolted to a twenty-inch oak backing, until 440 pounds of dynamite had been so detonated in contact with it, and yet the target remained practically uninjured, while at Braamfontein the accident explosion of fifty-five tons of blasting gelatin, which was stored in railway vans, excavated but 30,000 tons of soft earth. Thus at Fort Lee, on the Hudson, but two tons of dynamite placed in a chamber in the rock and tamped brought down 100,000 tons of the rock; at Lamberis, Wales, two tons and a half of gelatin dynamite, similarly placed, threw out 180,000 tons of rock, and at the Talcen Mawr, in Wales, seven tons of gunpowder placed in two chambers in the rock dislodged from 125,000 to 200,000 tons of rock. The Ages of Men. A great man does not always attain a ripe old age; in fact, hardly half of the greatest men of modern and ancient times have reached the limit of age set by the Bible. Among statesmen: Mirabean was 42; Pitt, 47; Caesar, 53; Richelleu, 57; Cromwell, 59; Frederick the Great, 74; Disraea, 75; Bismarck, 83; Talleyrand, 84. Of great conquerors: Alexander the Great died at 32; Napoleon at 51, Hannibal at 63, Marlborough at 72, Blucher at 76, Wellington at 83, Xenophon at 86, Moltke at 91. The age of the decease of philosophers was: Spinoza, 44; Descartes, 53; Aristotle, 62; Socrates, 68; Linnaeus, 70; Copernicus, 78; Galileo, 78; Kant, 91; Plato, 82; Newton, 84; Humboldt, 89. The longevity of great writers, poets, varies from Byron, 36, to Sophocles, 90. To painters death came at ages varying from Raphael at 37. to Titian at 90. SEND NO MONEY CUT THIS AD. 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There were many horses from a distance and many people from a distance also, while a fairly good interest was manifested by the city itself. This week more than a usual number of outside people are in Des Moines—most of them being called to attend the republican convention. Many candidates and active interest brings many more than the delegates, and while the contests are animated they are good natured. Many of the managers of the State Fair are in the city making preparations for the annual fair, to occur in the last of August and ending September 1st. The grounds have been greatly improved; several new buildings erected; water pipes laid and many convenences provided for the coming fair. The camp grounds will be especially fitted up, and it is expected that a very large number of the people of the state will avail themselves of the splendid camping facilities and remain on the fair grounds the entire fair. Tents can be rented ready put up at reasonable prices; wood and water are free, and supplies of all kinds can be bought delivered in the camp. The stock interests of the state will be well represented by probably larger and better displays than ever before; while grains, grasses and vegetables will fill to overflowing the large Agricultural hall. The Exposition building promises to be finer and with better displays than ever before. The new Art hall will take many things heretofore put in the Exposition building and will, in part, relieve the demand for space. The special attraction features of the fair have been looked after with the view of excluding all fakes and undesirable shows. Ten side shows have already been granted license, and, in addition to that, there will be a full fledged Midway, but of more interest to fair visitors than the Midway will be the splendid free attractions offered by the society itself. These will consist of a circus and twelve other leading attractions, in addition to races, and the famous Fifty-first band furnishing music. The races are expected to draw many fast horses and attract much attention because the purses are liberal, the lowest for harness races being $600. Chicago, St. Luois and Minneapolis are all represented or will be during the conference of fair officers in regard to the fire works attractions which is to be one of the special, free features of the state fair. The program now under consideration will surpass anything ever seen before in the state, and the set pieces to be provided for being new and novel will attract special attention. The secretary of the state society has had prepared a large lot of electrotypes giving views of the grounds and the buildings, and will send sameto papers in the state desiring to use them; and these pictures give a fair idea of the location of the grounds. Many will probably avail themselves of the opportunity to present the grounds more clearly to their readers. Several folders have been prepared and distributed and the demand has exhausted the supply, although they have been printed in large numbers, but a new one will be prepared as soon as the fire works program has been prepared, and will be sent to all applicants. Full information along any line in connection with the fair will be given by addressing the Secretary of the State Fair Society Des Moines, Iowa. G. H. V. H. When a baby cries without shedding any tears it is generally reasonably safe to spank him. A conceited young lady says the men are a covet-us lot. To marry for money and miss it it is less painful than to marry for love and miss it. Some men have no taste, but if the color is all right they take chances on it. Dogs are not dentists, but they sometimes insert teeth. Teplitz, a small watering place in Bohemia, claims the honor of being Gen. Cronje's birthplace. "Filthy incree" doesn't mean gold. It means bank bills after they have been in circulation for a dozen years. Economy, we regret to say, is never the fashion. Be a philosopher, but amidst all your philosophy, be still a man. A life of pleasures is the most unpleasant life in the world. Venice has had three international art exhibitions since 1895, and all of them have been successful. The last one, which closed on Nov. 13, occasioned the sale of $70,000 worth of paintings, 19 per cent of which went into the pockets of non-Italian artists. OZONO IS KING OF ALL HAIR TONICS BE WARNED. By honest methods and is to-day the only gen- ence, and possessing the confidence of the colored excited the cupidity of the unprincipled, who, to get injurious to the hair and skin, and dangerous to health and life. Be warned; don't send your money to get only in return a mass of lard and tallow and animal fats, that injure your hair and cause it to fall out, destroy its growth, and cause you to become bald. Deal with a legitimate firm, who will treat you fairly and give you value for your money. We do solemnly swear that our remedies are true to all we claim for them; that they do not contain any animal fat or injurious drugs, and we will return the money for every case of dissat- isfaction. We refer to Metropolitan Bank, Richmond, Va., or to the editor of this paper. The word OZONO and the cuts shown in this advertisement are registered as our trade-mark in U. S. Patent Office. Any infringement will be promptly prosecuted. OZONO positively straightens Knotty, Knappy, Kinny, Stubborn, Harsh, Refractory Hair. No injurious hot irons are necessary to produce this effect. OZONO does the work alone, and the use does not have to be kept up after the hair becomes stright, and washing the hair hastens the treatment, doing it good in every way. Cures Dandruff, Baldness, and all itching, running, scaly, humiliating Scalp Disease; causes the hair to grow long and straight, soft, fine, and beautiful as an April morning. Price, $0.0c. a box; 4 boxes does the work. OZONO cannot fail. Read our grand offer: Cut out this verticillent and send to us with $1.00, and we will send you immediately four boxes of OZONO; one bottle of ELECTRICAL SKIN REFINER, which makes rough skin soft and brightens up black skin several shades; also one bottle of SKIN FOOD, which removes Wrinkles, Freckles, Moth Patches, Tan, Liver Spots, Small-Pox Fits, Birthmarks, &c. It makes the aged look young, and the young look younger. We will also, to show our liberality, include a package of ANTI-ODOR which removes all smells and colors arising from the human body—such as feet, arm-pits, &c.; cures Sore Throat and Mouth, Womb Diseases, Sore and Frosted Feet, &c. This grand combination, worth $3.50, we will send you on receipt of One Dollar, to introduce honest goods. Parties sending us $3.00 will receive four lots. Register your letters. AGENTS WANTED. BOSTON CHEMICAL COMPANY, 310 E.BROAD ST., RICHMOND, VA. OZONO: KING OF ALL HAIR DRESSINGS ABSOLUTELY PURE OZONO J. W. H. WANING and they To consult skilful Specialista like Drs. Fellows & Fellows, that the strength, vigor and power of manhood may be restored to them. **SPERMATORRHOEA** Is a diseased condition of the sexual organs of the male, where they are so weak as to permit of a relaxation of the muscles, ducts and fabers, as to allow a leakage of seminal fluid. This loss saps the vitality, undermines the constitution and wrecks the general health. Nine men out of every ten suffers in this way. **VARICOCELE** Is an enlargement of the veins of the scrotum, it is very painful and if permitted to enlarge, will gradually grow worse, and finally rob a man of his power. **IMPOTENCY** This condition which renders a man useless, as his power is now gone, may be removed by so strengthening the entire sexual organism as to fully restore the desired v.gor. PRIVATE DISEASE All secret, nerves, and private diseases of men, whether acute or sub-acute, speedily and permanently cured. Everything confidential. Consultation and examination free. Write or call to-day. Home Treatment sent by mail or express. Drs. Fellows & Fellows DES MOINES IOWA, 413-415 Walnut St. BURLINGTON ROUTE EXCURSIONS EXCURSION TICKETS VIA THE Burlington Route. Reservations for sleeping car berths should be made early with ticket agents. NATIONAL ENCAMPMENT G. A. R. R., Chicago. Tickets on sale August 25, 26, 27, 28 and 29. REPUBLICAN NATIONAL CONVENTION, Philadelphia, Pa. Tickets on sale June 14, 15 and 16. PROHIBITION NATIONAL CONVENTION, Chicago, Ill. Tickets on sale June 25, 26 and 27. ANNUAL MEETING, NATIONAL Education association, Charleston, S. C. ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION, Baptist Young People' Union of America, Cincinnati, Ohio. Tickets on sale July 10, 11, 12 and 13. BIENNIAL CONGLAVE KNIGHTS of Pythias, Detroit, Mich. Tickets on sale August 25, 26, 27 and 28. ANNUAL CONVENTION, YOUNG People's Christian Union of the United Presbyterian church of North America, Denver, Colo. Tickets on sale July 23 and 24. SUMMER EXCURSIONS TO COLORADO, Utah, Black Hills, Yellow Stone Park and many other points in the North, West and Northwest. Special rates on certain dates. NEW TRAIN TO CALIFORNIA, Daily Pullman Sleeper, Chicago to San Francisco, and weekly tourist sleeper, Chicago to Los Angeles, via the attractive Denver and Rio Grande Route, with its magnificent Colorado scenery. HOME SEEKERS' EXCURSION tickets on sale on the first and third Tuesdays of June, July and August. For particulars call upon F. L. GANNAWAY, City Passenger Agt., 400 Locust St. Des Moines, Iowa. WANTED SEVERAL PERSONS FOR DRIES trict Office Managers in this state to rep reserve position. Willing to pay $300, payable week ly. Desirable employment with unusual op portivities. References exchanged. Encloe $30 C台座 Building Chicago Subscribe for the Bvstander. C. R. I. & P., GOING EAST. ARRIVE DES MOINES & FORT DOUGE. 6:30 p. m. Ruthen Mail & Express;12:10 p m 10:40 p. m. ...Tara and Fort Dodge. 4:45 p m 8:30 p. m. ...Minn, and St. Paul. 9:00 p m 6:40 p. m. St. Paul and Minn. Flyer, 8:30 p m INDIANLA & WINTERSET BRANCH. 11:20 a. m. Mail. 4:40 p.m 6:40 p.m. Winterset Accommodation: 8:45 a.m 7:08 p.m. Indiunola Express. 8:40 a.m. CHICAGO GREAT WESTERN-NORTH CHICAGO BURLINGTON & QUINCY *12 15 m Ablia and Burlington Pass *15 15 m 5 55 m Chicago and Peoria Express 8.00 m 7 00 p m . Albia Accommodation . 5 45 m KEOKUK & WESTERN 10.05 m m . Mall and Express. . 2 20 p m 6 05 m m . Mall and Express. . 8 25 m CHICAGO & NORTH-WESTERN *6 15 p m.* . Sioux City, N. & W. . 9:00 a m. *1 10 p m.* . Chicago Limited. . *4 10 p m* *11 30 a m.* . Chicago Limited. . *9 00 p m* *16 5 a m.* . Dakota Limited. . 2 00 a m *15 p m.* . Chicago Express. . 7 00 a m *4 50 p m.* . Chicago Night Express. . *9 00 p m* *7 55 p m.* . Chicago Limited. . *9 00 a m* |11 30 a m.* . Fast Mail* . . 19 00 a m C. M. & M. ST. - F-PONDA LINE. 11:05 a.m. Fonda Express 4 - 0 pm 5:45 p.m. Fonda Express 4 - 0 am 11:05 a.m. C.M. & S.S.B. DQONS QN C & M & SY BOUNE LIME 11:30 a.m Mail and Express. 3:40 a.m 7:28 p.m Mail and Express. 11:30 a.m 4:50 a.m Chicago Limited. 11:30 a.m * Daily, * Daily. All other trains daily except Sanday Subscribe for the Bystander. CALIFORNIA. Broad Vestibule First-Class Sleepers DAILY— Between Chicago and Sanfrancisco WITHOUT CHANGE OF CARS. Great Rock Island Route Leave Chicago on Big 5 at 10:00 p.m. All the best scenery of the Rocky Mountains and the Sierra Nevada by daylight in both directions. These cars are carried on the limited trains of the Great Rock Island Route, Denever and Rio Glande (Scenic Route), Rio Grande Western and Southern Pacific. Dining Car Service Through Buffett Library Cars. Will weigh 600 lbs. by using all weights furnished. Brass beam weighs 50 lbs. has Sierres, and silicone Jadform in a fixed machine pressing on adjustable chill bearings, has Denton steel pivots, most sensitive, accurate and durable scale made, rounded, coated, born wheels, they are nicely painted, and ornamented and beautifully finished throughout. Every former will save twice the cost in one year, giving the grain he sells and buys. OBBER AT ONE before the price is advanced. Catalogue of scales free for the ask. Address: Sears, Roebuck & Co. (Inc). Chicago, Ill. (Sears, Roebuck & Co. are thoroughly reliable. -Edition.) on approval to your address WITHOUT A GENT IN ADVANCE. on approval to your address or a manly bike or manly give color, height of frames and gear and WIN the claim. on approval, allowing you to uncreate and ex- clude it fully before you get the bike. on claim, it will claim for it, and a better wheel than you can get for any where you want. on all express charges ourselves. "THE MONTOSE" Bicycle $16.50 at our Special Agent's sample price of $16.50 at our Special Agent's sample price of $16.50 at any 400 wheel on the market, and you need not accept it for any 400 wheel on the market, and you need not accept it for any 400 wheel on the market, and you need not accept it MANUFACTURES and take this method. ODYSSEUS BICYCLE our 1800 MODEL. This offer of a sample wheel at this low price is manufactured and takes this method. ODYSSEUS BICYCLE our 1800 MODEL. This offer of a sample wheel at this low price is manufactured and takes this method. ODYSSEUS BICYCLE our 1800 MODEL. This offer of a sample wheel at this low price is manufactured and takes this method. ODYSSEUS BICYCLE SPECIFICATIONS Frame, 22, 24 or 36 inch) ladder, 28 inch. Best SPECIFICATIONS Ribby scissely tubing with fingored cone- nectors, 24 inch handle bar, 24 inch handle bar, Royal Arch crown, the celebrated Mavis bush and the easiest running knowl; Record "A4 tires, the best and one of the easiest running knowl; Padel, tools and accessories the best obtainable. Exhibit black, maroon or coach green, highly finished and ornamented piece of material that goes into this machine. Our blinding years antee head with each doctye. CHEAP WHEELS; mestone store kind of wheels, such as many new supply houses advertise and sell as high grade. We can furnish them, for free, to the wheel we can not guarantee one now. FORCE ORDERING a bicycle of any one else, no matter who or how and let us tell you how much we can ask you to EARN HYGIY by distributing catalogues for us few days. We need one person to own unused BROWN WHEELS at the local home shoporn samples and 99 models very cheap. Send for Bargain Ltd. We refer to any bank or business house in Chicago, or any express or mail order of a private direct from the largest banks in Chicago, or who know the low price and these special terms of shipment without deposit will draw very soon. 13° Gire name of this paper. HE AND RACE are practically annihilated by the ocean cables and land telegraph systems which now belt the circumference of Old Earth in great directions. "Foreign parts" are no longer and meaning of the term. Europe, Africa, Asia, and to us. What happens there to-day we know the read THE CHICAGO RECORD, whose correspondents are located in every important outside of the United States. No other paper ever attempted so extensive a service; cemented by the regular foreign news service and Press. For accurate intelligence of the which are shaking the nations—of wars and of the threatening dissolution of old govern-establishment of new—of the onward sweep of parts of the world—the one medium of the information is the enterprising, "up-to-date" paper, THE CHICAGO RECORD. map of the world on Mercator's Projection, about 23½x16 size, beautifully printed in colors, with a large-scale map on the reverse side, will be multiplied by any address to see. The maps illustrate clearly how comprehensively the CHICAGO RECORD covers the entire civilized world. Admon, 181 Madison street, Chicago. so many different directions. "For foreign in the old meaning of the term are "next door" to us. What happens to-morrow—if we read THE CHICAGO Special Cable Correspondents are city in the world outside of the U.S. American newspaper ever attempts and it is supplemented by the reg. of The Associated Press. For acc stirring events which are shaking rumors of wars—of the threatening ments and the establishment of new the race in all parts of the world—most satisfactory information is the American newspaper, THE CHICAGO FREE A large map of the world on M inches in size, beautifully printed of Europe on the reverse side, we charge on receipt of request cover postage and wrapping. The maps illustrate special cable service of THE CHICAGO RECORD cover dress THE CHICAGO RECORD, 181 Madison street, C TIME AND SPACE are practically annihilated by the ocean cables and land telegraph systems which now belt the circumference of Old Earth in so many different directions. "Foreign parts" are no longer foreign in the old meaning of the term. Europe, Africa, Asia, are "next door" to us. What happens there to-day we know to-morrow—if we read THE CHICAGO RECORD, whose Special Cable Correspondents are located in every important city in the world outside of the United States. No other American newspaper ever attempted so extensive a service; and it is supplemented by the regular foreign news service of The Associated Press. For accurate intelligence of the stirring events which are shaking the nations—of wars and rumors of wars—of the threatening dissolution of old governments and the establishment of new—of the onward sweep of the race in all parts of the world—the one medium of the most satisfactory information is the enterprising, "up-to-date" American newspaper, THE CHICAGO RECORD. FREE A large map of the world on Mercator's Projection, about 33*16*18 inches in size, beautifully printed in colors, with a large-scale map of Europe on the reverse side, will be mailed to any address free of charge on receipt of request accompanied by two 2-cent stamps to cover postage and the new complements the special cable service of THE CHICAGO RECORD COVER covers the entire civilized world. Address THE CHICAGO RECORD, 115th St. on street, Chicago. $1.00 BICYCLES 50 UP SEND Cut this ad, cut and bicycles at $5.00, $8.00, $8.50, $8.00 and $8.00, the new 1900 Castin AT $13.75 is by far the greatest bargains ever offered at the similar bicycle price, latest everything, Karmou Balden Hunger, the grade Saddle, Pedals, Handle Bar, Tools and Toolbag. Enamelled YOU CAN MAKE $800.00 THIS YEAR any catalogue, write us and selling this bicycle at $25.00. Address, SEARS, RO TANKS Water Tanks, P bicycles at $1.50, $6.00, $7.50, $8.00 and $9.00, the new 1800 Charisma complete at $14.75. YEAR 1875 is by for the new best bargain we are offered at the price. It is covered by BINDING GUARANTEE. It is highly grade, latest of everything. Famous Reddin Hanger, fine equipment. Guaranteed Pasmatile Tires, light trade Saddle Pedals, Handle Bar, Tools and Toolbag. Enameled blues glove, leather. BREAKER advertised by the owner for all purposes and we will pay you at least $2.00 to $10.00 on the selling this bicycle at $25.00. Address, SEARS, ROEBUCK & CO., Chicago, IL. TANKS! Water Tanks, Pine, 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. concerns and big however, at 50 to need them. Bike cheap, write us if you need to ask, state whether you wish GRETS X or ACME JEWEL, also color and gear wanted, and we will send you HIGH GRADE 1000 DIESEL ACME JEWEL BICYCLE. Subject to examinations. You can examine of your express office, and if found, submit your express office and if found, submit your express office ever or heard of, equal to bicycles that retail as high as $40.00, if you think you express agent GRETS SPECIAL PRICE, $13.75, less the $10.00 sent with order, or $13.15 and express charge for the free for the asking, show all bicycles below all other shoes striped. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE Iowa State Bystander and the leading paper in the North-west. It Goes Into 76 Counties in Iowa 29 States in the Union 2 Foreign Countries. Agents in 24 towns in Iowa and correspondence from many different states. You assume no risk when you buy Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. All Druggists will refund your money if you are not satisfied after using it. It is everywhere admitted to be the most successful remedy for Bowel complaints and the only one that never fails. It is pleasant safe and reliable. CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENT. The Corinthian baptist Church —situated on the St. k. between Croton School and St. Preaching at 11 A.M.; Sunday School; at 19 o'clock Preaching; at 17 F. M. Rev. S. Bates, Pastor. St. Paul A. M. E. —Corner of Second and Center Streets. Preaching at 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School at 3 o'clock; Epworth League at 7 p.m.; preaching at 8 p. m. F. J. Peterson, pastor. First African Baptist Church —Corner School and Fourth streets. Rev. F. Lomack pastor. Preaching 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School 2:30 p.m.; M. E. Housten, Superintendent. Young People's meeting 7 p.m.; preaching 800 p.m. $2.75 BOX RAIN COAT BUILT BY $2.50 MONTH PROOF MASK IN TOWNSHIP $2.75 SEND NO MONEY. Cut this ad out and state your height and weight, state number inches around body at breast, take over wetness of the face and neck, and we will send you this coat by express. C.O.D., subject to examination. Ex- amining and sending the coat by express office, and if found exactly as represented and the most wonderful suitable for your body, equal to any coat you can buy for the SUPER SPECIAL OFFER Price, $2.75, and express charges. THE MASK IN TOWNSHIP is latest in 100 style, easy fitting, made from heavy waterproof, tan color, garment color, cooler, full sleeve, double breasted, svelvet velvet collar, fancy plaid lining, both rain or Oversuit, and guaranteed GREATEST VALUE ever offered by us or your business. Made to Measure, Over and Made to Measure, and Over of Men's Mackintoshes up to $0.00. FREE SAMPLE BOOK No. 001. Address: SEARS, ROEBUCK & CO. (Inc.) CHICAGO. Burn's M. E.-East Second and Des Moines 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 Moines street. Mount Nebo Baptist Church.-E. Second street, between Lucas and Des Moines, Sunday school, preaching at 11 a.m.; Sunday School 12:30 p. m. Superintendent, Rose Johnson. Preaching at 5 p. m. Rev. J H Bell, pastor. SECRET ORDERS. First Thursday in each month at Masonic Hall—Fourth and Court avenue. J. H. Shepard, W. M.; J. L. Thompson, secretary. Migol Solomon Commandery, No. 8.—Meets Second and Fourth Thursday in each month. Frud Jackson, M.; C. G.; H. Cleggrec, Rec. Charity Lodge, No. 3129, G. U. of O. F.—Meets First, Second and Third Tuesday each month at Odd Fellows hall on West Sixth street. D. Burns, N. G.; F. Brown, P. S. 50 YEARS' EXPERIENCE PATENTS TRADE MARKS DESIGNS Saomi Court, No. 3-meets Second Monday in each month at Masonic hall, Mrs. J. H. Shepard, matron; Mrs. Fred Jackson, secretr. Mt. Olive Court, No. 4-Meets First Thursday of each month at Masonic hall, Mrs. Susan White, matron; Mrs. Flora Majors, secretr. Knights and Ladies of Honor of the World No. 173 Victoria Lodge-meets every Monday evening at Webster's Hall, corner of Tenth Street, Webster, Iowa. Proctor, Mrs. Rae Johnson, Secretary. Anyone sending a sketch and description may be charged. The invention is probably patentable. Communications of Patents. Patents. Oldest agency for securing patents. Patents taken through Munn & Co. receive WANTED-SEVERAL BRIGHT AND honest persons to represent us as Managers in this and close by counties. Salary $000 a year and expenses. Straight, bona-fide, no more, no less salary. Position permanent. Our references, any bona-fide, no more. Enclose self-addressed stamped envelope THE DOMINION COMPANY. Dept. 3, Chicago. Scientific American. A handsomely illustrated weekly. Largest city. 1000 square feet. Req. four months. $1. Sold by all new dealers. MUNN & Co. 36 1Broadway, New York Branch Office, 65 F. St., Washington, D.C. KEOKUK ROUTE A.C. GOODRICH, Vice President & Gail Mgr. A. M.CRAE, Gail F. Pritz & Agent. W.C. GOODRICH, Just Gus F. Pritz & Pass Agent. KEOKUK W. ROUTE DES MOINES St. Charles Omaha Cedar Rapids Shreveport Des Moines St. Louis Kansas City ATCHISON KANSAS CITY LEON REZO Tulsa Tulsa St. Joseph La Claude Quilcy ST. JOSEPH KANSAS CITY ST. LOUIS ST. LOUIS KANSAS CV, ST. LOUIS, PEORIA, CHICAGO. CHICAGO PEORIA ST. MADISON St. Madison KEOKUK W. ROUTE DES MOINES St. Charles Omaha Cedar Rapids Shreveport Des Moines St. Louis Kansas City ATCHISON KANSAS CITY ST. LOUIS ST. LOUIS KANSAS CV, ST. LOUIS, PEORIA, CHICAGO. WRITE FOR FREE IBRUS CATALOGUE which shows our entire line of trucks, including the new $100. Lee and we sell for $2.75 almost any case, and we sell for $2.75 ADDRESS SALES. ROEHUB. CO. & GIACOMI A New Metallic Flavoring PURS VANILLA PRESENTED BY HERBERT & CO. CINCINNATI, IL are pure and economical. Scientifically compounded from the Pure Fruit Juices. They retain their delicate aroma, which is easily lost in alcoholic or liquid flavors. Free from alcohol and all poisonous ingredients. $19.75 Naomi Face Powder, the best on the market; containing no mineral poisons. Sapuous face Powder, the best on seas, whitens, and preserves the teeth, soothes, heals and hardens the gums. AGENTS WANTED. MANUFACTURED BY G. G. MERRICK & CO. 32-38 Clark St., CHICAGO, IL. Subscribe for the Bystander. Telephones 686, 688 and 689. DES MOINES, - - - IOWA. EVERYBODY KNOWSTHAT MUNGER'S LAUNDRY is the best in the city. Try them and be decided. 220 THIRD ST. PHONE 579. THERE ARE NINE BRITISH DOCTORS. And all Who call at the British Medical Institute, 204 and 205 Marquardt Block, prior to August 30th will have their cases Studied by Several of Them without Charge and without Money. Owing to the large number of invalids who have called upon the British Doctors at the office room, 204 and 205 Marquardt Block, and who have been unable to see them, these eminent gentlemen have, by request, consented to continue giving their services free for three months to all invalids who call upon them before August 30th. These services will consist not only of consultation, examination and advice, but also of all minor surgical operations. The object in pursuing this course is to become rapidly and personally acquainted with the sick and afflicted, and under no consideration whatever will any charges be made for any services rendered for three months, medicine excepted, to all who call before August 30th. The doctors treat all forms of disease and deformities, and guarantee a cure in every case they undertake. At the first interview a thorough examination is made; and, if incurable you are frankly and kindly told so, also advised against spending your money for useless treatment. Male and female weakness, catarrhal deafness; also cancer without pain or cutting; all skin diseases, rupture and all diseases of the rectum are positively cured by their treatment. Dr. J. Boyd, the chief consulting surgeon of the institute, is in personal charge. OFFICE HOURS: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. No Sunday Hours. SPECIAL NOTICE—If you cannot call, send stamp for question blank for home treatment WANTED SEVERAL PERSONS FOR RDIS trice Office Managers in this state to represent them in their own and surrounding counties. Willing to pay yearly $600, payable week Day. Desired placement with unqualified opportunities. References exchanged. Enclose self addressed stamped envelope. S. A. Park. $20 Caxton Building, Chicago The soothing and healing properties of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, its pleasant taste and prompt and permanent cures, have made it a great favorite with the people everywhere. For sale by all Druggists. In the District Court of the State of Iowa, in and for Polk County: Alma Owen vs. Riley Owen Original! Notice. To the above named defendant: You are hereby notified that on or about tue 5th day of August, A. D., 1900, there will be a petition filed against you in the Clerk's office of the District Court of Polk county, Iowa, by Alma Owen, of Des Moines, Iowa, asking that she be divorced absolutely from the bonds of matrimony that is now and heretofore ex'sing between you and the above named plaintiff; on the grounds of wilful desertion for a period of more than two years prior to the filing of this petition, all without her knowledge or consent or just cause on her part. And now unless you appear and make a defense in said petition on or before the 17th day of September, A. D., 1900, which is the first day of the September, 1900 Term, judgment will be entered against you, as prayed in the foregoing petition. And the cost of the court in the proceedings in the case. J. B. RUSH, Attorney for plaintiff If not kept by your dealer, send us his name. Send 10c. for large full-sized cake. Its greatest friends are Mechanics Machinist Printers, Painters, Farmers, Miners, and those having dirty work to do. It not only removes dirt and tells it quickly, but softens and invigorates the skin. Excellent In Workshop In Kitchen, For Toilet. Cheap Excursion Rates to Colorado. On Aug. 1, 7 and 21, and Sept. 4 and 18, tickets from Chicago and points east of Missouri River to Denver Colorado Springs, Manitou, Pueblo, Salt Lake City and Ogden, Utah, and return, will be sold by the GREAT ROCK ISLAND ROUTE At rate of-- One Regular Fare Plus $2.00 for Round Trip. Return Limit October 31, 1900 SPECIAL TRAINS ONE NIGHT OUT TO COLORADO will leave Chicago at 4:45 p. m. for excursions of June 20, July 9, and 17, and August 1st. Tickets also good on regular trains. ONLY DIRECT LINE TO COLORADO SPRINGS AND MANITOU Take advantage of these cheap rates and spend your vacation in Colorado. Sleeping Car Reservations may be made now for any of the excursions. Write for full information and the beautiful book "COLORADO THE MAGNIFICENT"—sent free. JOHN SEBASTIAN, G. P. A., Chieago NERVOUS WEAKNESS CURED. VIRTUMA is a French treatment for both sexes that is positively guaranteed to cure IMPOTENCY vitality and vigor, restoring the desires, ambitions and aspirations of youth and health, fitting for success and happiness in business; professional, social and married life. $2 a package or 3 for $5. Ask your druggist, but refuse cheap substitutes. Sent anywhere prepaid on receipt of price and guaranteed by the Kidd Drug Company, Elgin, Illinois. Retail and wholesale by Hurlbut & McArthur, Des Moines, In. Full line of rubber goods; name what you want. ORIGINAL NOTICE. In the District Court of the State of Iowa, in and for Polk county September term, A. D. 1000. Huebsch Bros. vs. J. M. Muggley, also known as J. M. Muckley, A. L. Muggley also known as A. L. Muckley. To J. M. Muggley, also known as J. M. Muckley and A. L. Muggley, also known as A. L. Muckley: You are hereby notified that the petition of the plaintiff in the above entitled cause is now on file in the office of the Clerk of the District Court of the State of Iowa, in and for Polk County, claiming of you the sum of Two Hundred Seventy-eight and 16-100 dollars as money justly due from you and interest thereon at six percent from the 9th day of October A. D. 1899 upon your one joint and several promissory notes executed and delivered to the above plaintiff for the sum of $310.00, bearing date October 9th 1899 and due together with six per cent per annum on December 1st 1899, plaintiffs alleging that said note is still the property of these plaintiffs, past due and unpaid except the sum of $31.84, heretofore paid and credited on said note. Also alleging that you and each of you are non-residents of the State of Iowa, and asking for a writ of attachment issue against your lands, tenements, goods, rights, interests and credits. For further particulars see petition. And that unless you appear thereto and defend before noon of the second day of the September term, A. D. 1900, of the said court, which will commence at Des Moines, Iowa, on the 8th day of September, A D., 1900, default will be entered against you and judgment entered thereon. Electors-at-large- John M. Baldwin of Council Bluffs and Ole O. Roe of Des Moines. District electors: First district—E. V. Tucker of Louise Second district—A. L. Bartholomew of Jackson. Third district—L. B. Raymond of Franklin. Fourth district—C. H McNider of Ceres Gordo. Fifth district—H. H. Rood of Linn Sixth district—S. H. Harper of Wapello. Seventh district—C. Rynsburger of Marion. Eighth district—Marion F. Stookey of Decatur. Ninth district—P. L. Seever of Guthrie. Tenth district—Thomas Way of Crawford. Eleventh district—George E. Bowers of Sioux. Secretary of state—W. B. Martin of Adair. Treasurer of state—G. S. Gilbertson of Winnnebago. Auditor of state—F. F. Meriam of Delaware. Attorney general—C. W. Mullan of Black Hawk. Supreme judge—Emlin McClain of Johnson. Railroad commissioner—D. J. Palmer of Washington. MARSHALLTOWN ITEMS. Miss Mattle Walkin who has been on an extended trip throughout this country spent two days in our city with her father, brother and sister, she left Monday morning on the fast mail, taking her sister Miss Jessie Walkin with her, who expects to go to Minneapolis and St. Paul before her return. Mr. and Mrs. I. L. Brown was an over Sunday visitor at Mason City, stopping with Mr. and Mrs. Watson, returning home with her to spend several days. Mrs. Howard of Albion was a Sunday visitor with her daughter Mrs. G. L. Suter. Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Johnson spent Sunday at Mason City visiting Mrs. A. L. Taylor. At the residence of Mrs. Suter Thursday evening, will be given an ice cream social, every body is invited to come. Mrs. E. M. Williamson met with a painful accident by running a nail in her foot, she is getting along nicely at this writing. Mr. Ben Baker has moved in with his father-in-law. Mr. H. R. Wright has gone to Cedar Rapids to work at the encampment this week. Mr. Joseph Woods is back to work again after several months of sickness. The colored citizens of Marshalltown who are in business should see to it that everything is kept nice and clean, if they expect first class trade drive out loafers and can rushers and you will have success. It is nearly time for school to begin and every colored citizen, who has children to raise, should be making strong efforts to send them to school, education is what is needed for example see South and North Carolina. We had a few boys who did not know just which way to vote, but they made up their minds in a hurry to vote for McKinley. Next Tuesday night is the regular business communication every member take notice on the 2nd Tuesday is degree lecture, visitors are welcome at the Masonic Hall on First Avenue and State Street. SIOUX CITY ITEMS Presiding Elder Bunny passed through this city on last Thursday enroute to Yankton, S. D to hold quarterly meeting. Rev. T. A. Clark held his last quarterly meeting of this conference year on the 5th Mrs. R. Early been on the sick list. Mr. Isaac Watkins has returned from Sioux Rapids, Ia. Mr. Watkins is an old resident of Sioux Rapids, having lived there nearly eighteen years. He has descided to come to Sioux City and live with his children. The entertainment given by the ladies of the church on last Thursday evening was well attended. Mr. J. Baker has returned from Minneapolis. Mr. C F Williams is able to be out after quite a sick spell. Mr Horace Grama has gone to Freport, Nebr. to reside. Mrs. W. H. Anderson of Kansas City, Mo. arrived in the city Saturday morning to visit her sister Mrs. Albert Morgan. Miss Ophelia Schutty of Carlton, Mo. is visiting her uncle Mr. James Washington Miss Schutty expects to spend the summer here. MUSCATINE NEWS. Lulu the three year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Loyd died last Friday and I was buried Sunday. She was sick only a few days. Editor J. L. Thompson was in our city week before last in the interest of the Bystander. He succeeded in getting several new subscribers. The S. picnic at Cedar River was Well attended, and a good time is reported by all. Mr. C. W. Pierson, Mrs. Eliza Evard, and Mr. Thompson of Rock Island. were in attendance at picnic. Miss Maggie Mason returned to her home after a pleasant visit at the home of Rev. Gordon in Iowa City, Friday. Miss Mason made many friend while in the city, who neglected to see her leave. Mr. Wm. Shackleford is slowly improving after a long siege of Typhoid fever. Dolle White has gone to Burlington to visit relatives for a couple of weeks. Their will be a lawn social at the home of Mr. and Mrs. F. E. White Thursday evening. Mr. Thomas Hinkel has gone to Rock Island to work. Quite a number of people are preparing to attend the Conclave to be held in Rock Island next week. Mrs. Alyce Maxis has gone to Burlingington for a visit. Rev. Gordon preached at Iowa City. Sunday. The pulpit was filled by I P. Johnson. Subcribe for the Bystanderr IOWA CITY BRIEFLETS. Paul Ward attended the "Fireman's Tournament" in Cedar Rapids the first of the week. Joe Brown is at home to remain indefinitely. Paul Brown died at his home 629 Iowa Aye. July 27th. of a complication of diseases. He was 13 years and 3 months old. He leaves four sisters and four brothers to mourn his loss. The brothers an sisters have the entire sympathy of the community. It has been but 17 months ```markdown ``` since they lost their mother, and 1 month since the father was laid to rest. Milton Thompson will cook for Co. I. at the encampment in Ottum wa. He will leave about the 15th. inst. Mr. Alexander has moved his family here from Mt. Pleasant. Miss Maggie Mason came home Friday evening from a two weeks visit at Muscatine and reports a most enjoyable time. OTTUMWA NEWS Mr James Terral accompanied Miss Lenora Canady of Oskaloosa, to the Hedrick races Wednesday. Mrs. James Hamilton and granddaughter Lillian Fields have returned from Des Moines, where she visited her daughter Mrs. Mate Alexander, formally of this city. Mr. Wess Lee was on the sick list, but is improving. Mr. Colonston of Coalfax is here soliciting for his church. Miss Mary Moseley made a flying trip to Mt. Pleas nt. Mr. J. L. Thompson stopped through here on his way to Bloomfield th attend the celebration Mr. Burt Jones of Albia and Mr. Frank Bryant of Oscoolia was visiting friends in the city last evening. BURLINGTON, IOWA. Rev. Higgins read the general laws of the A. M. E. church Sunday morning, and preached an interesting sermon in the evening. The Mite Missionary held services in the afternoon and a liberal collection was taken. The Rev. is looking after his dollar money. Miss Eunice Wilson Supt. of the Baptist S. S. wasable to preside over her school last Sunday for the first time with in three months. The Court of the year will give their Annual entertainment on the 14th. given by the Endeavor Society. Mrs. Emma Reed has moved to 711 Jefferson Street. Mrs. Goldle Cowden's mind was so impaired as the result of medicine taken recently, that she jumped into the oitern last week but was rescued by her husband and mother. At this writing she is very sick. Miss Gertie Moon is home from the hospital. Mr. Roy Smith returned home from Davenport, where he has been working. His health is yet very poor. Mrs. Forest White and niece of Muscatine is expected here this week to pay a visit to her brother-in-law and sister-in-law Mr. Wesley White and Mrs. Emma Reed. Mrs. M. I. Gordon of Museatin is contemplating making a short visit this week with Mrs. G. A. Brown. Brother Eleston of Marshalltown conducted Service at the Union Baptist churce last Sunday. Mrs. Candace Wilson is in receipt of a letter from her only living sister. She resides in Batsille, Ark. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Kinney spent a few days in visiting relatives and friends in Quincy and Missouri, and returned home Friday. Mrs. G. A. Brown has moved to 217 Central Avenue. Madames Unice and Mamie Wilson are slowly improving in health. Mrs. May Johnson has moved to 840 Yalley Street. Mr. Perry Greenup left for Fairfield, to make his future home. ALBIA NEWS. Mrs. Masou and gran daughters Neal Morris of O.tumwa passed through Aldia on last Mouday evening from a short visit in Knoxville. little Bessie Davis left Albia fos Garden Grove on last Wednesday for a short. Mrs. Josie Meadows went to Eddyville on last Sunday with a camping party. Misses Hennison and Thompson of O.tumwa are guests in our city of Miss Jones and Mrs. Searcy. A number of Albia people attended the celebration held in Coalfield the fourth. While there were four coaches of Hocking and Aldia people went on the train, the Hocking band was engaged to play music for the day. A number of Bians visited Hocking Sunday. Rev. Waldon of Hocking was in Albia Sunday. CHURCH AND CLERGY. The Rev. J. Wilbur Chapman is to write the life of D. L. Moody. Bishop Edsall has just completed a highly successful mission at Jamestown, N. D. Tomkins Avenue Congregational church of Brooklyn raised over $27,000 for missions during the year. The death roll in the Congregational ministry in Great Britain was unusually heavy during the year 1899. A congress of the history of religion will be held at Paris, France during the first part of September next year. The receipts of Plymouth church, Brooklyn, for the year make a total of $38,000, of which $17,000 is from pew rents. The annual council of the South African churches was held at Graaf Reinet, and owing to the preoccupations of the war, only thirty-eight delegates attended. Since his resignation from the Church of the Pilgrims relief from care has conducted to a marked improvement in the health of the venerable Dr. R. S. Storra. ol NI IT TL NE TTT r adit _ — si a a Sao eae BERET RENE RNR 0 TN RTE RI INTE EHO PEON ISS — aeeeserrererro earner enene teen omen tan Tam arrearage “ me eatisery en om ot wtp “ si ee ceca we i le eal co : : sae SES Serer “Tyo not stone the baby when you ‘rook giradler bee ‘The girl Who can be agreeable with the peti las an ideal disposition, NM tae Uf. comparison has been made be- the cndurance of the Chinese and facrican working man, ‘Chose with rity’ say that the average working ‘of Anieviea is ns superior to. the ese ay Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters ‘any other dyspepsia cure, ‘he Bit- iso cures coustipation, indigestion prevents malaria, fowhet you haven't got. whet you haven't got. Tost for the Bowel fo matter what ails you, headache ‘a_caacer, you will never get well ii} your | bowels are put right SCARETS help nature, cure you fhout a gripe or pain, produce easy ‘tral movements, cost you just 10 ts to start getting your health back SCARHTS Candy Cathartic, the nuine, put up in metal boxes, evers let has C. C. C. stamped on It, Be re of imitations. : wots of nen get rich by helping othe nr mucke fools of themselves. PB OF O10, CHTY OF THLRDO | Leak COUNTY, cas rank dc hbans maxes oath that he is. the Or pastas uf the Lm Fe, Cheney & Co. fe trisiuess tn tae Cite of Pledo, Count State afovesiid. wa tat sald firms will pa cum of GAH HUNDRED DOLLARS 0 rand very ease of Catarrh tha, cannot nib fae ie wf eas Catan Cure, PRANK J. CHENEY, vorn t» before me and subseribed tna ence, Un ten akty of Heeember, A, D. 18 At) AOWGTEASON, Notary Public. e's Catarel Cure Is taken Internally, an ndigentiy-o8 tie beat aad uteous. surfaces ye syotoa), eu for testimonials, tree, Td, CHBNEY & C0, ‘Loted9, 0. Lay Daigsists, ie. iy bets 1 Dis are the best thas eon computed that about sev y babies are born each mintte. ‘No matter what ails you, heacacne fo a.cuacer, you will never get_well fntil3) your’ bowels are put right. ICASCARETS help nature, cure you Nthout a gripe or pain, produce easy jatttral movements, cost you just 10 ints to start getting your health back. FCASCARETS Candy Cathartic, the genuine, put up In metal boxes, every Aablet has C. C. C. stamped on it, Be- “ware of imitations. B~ Lots uf men get rich by helping other Tmen meke fools of themselves. BrATH OF OIG, CITY OF TOLRDO | gy j Leak COUNTY, (ss _ekyanktcCrtune malo: ant thal ho, is fhe evios pastsrs of the tm Kd, Cheney & Co. Aline vosiutss tn ‘tne city of Poledo, “County fod State foveal that sald firms wil pay fhe sun of ONE TUNDItD DOLLARS Tot foch anu very cave of Vatarea that, cannot De fred by tie tse or Haul cated Cure, PRANK J. CHENEY, {Sworn to tefore me ai suiseribed ta may resenice, Unie ta day oF December, Ay De 18 seat) AOWGTEASON, Notary Public. = sults Clarets Cure fs taken internally, and tedicestiy on the biota iuneos. surfaces tue syaten), Seu for westimoninis, tree. TY a CHENEY 8 0. Lotedo, O- Sold ng Douscsisty, te. phiall’s bua 1 Deds are the best St has hoon computed that about sev- pty babies ave born eae aiatite. | Neuratgin Banished. {Phere 1S uo mere severe or aubborn in than neuralgia. A remedy that Ml cure it will cure any, pain. Dr. 5. Stivers, dentist, Lou'sville, Ky. ye: "My wife suitered over two Fears irom very severe neuralgia. Which several physjegns failed 1 relieve. I then got E.orley’s Wonder- 1 Kighf! which relieved her in a five inutes wud soon effected a perman- eure, “Sold by agents in every wa, “Tn Portail, married women retain jeir maven names. E There iS no mgre severe or aubborn in than reuralgia. A remedy that Hl cuve it will eure any, pain, Dr. S. Stivers, dentist, Lou'sville, Ry’. vei "My wife suitered over two Fears iromi very severe neuralgia. Mhich several physieijns failed 1 gelieve. I then got f.orley’s Wonder- 1 Eight which relieved her in a five jinutes and soon effected a perman- it cure, Sold by agents in every wn. “Tn Portiizil, married women retain \eiv maden_ names, ies ‘When =" preparation has an adver- tised reputation that is world-wide, it means that preparation Js meritorious, If yon go into a store to buy an article that has achieved universal popularity Wke Cascarets Candy Cathartic for ex- ample, you feel it has the endorsement of the world, The judgment of the people is infallible because it is im- pereonal, ‘The retaller who wants to Rell you “something else” in place of the article you asi for, has an ax to grind. Don’t it stand to reason? He's trying to sell something that is not what he represents it to be. Why? Becquge he expects to derive an ex- «ca profit out of ‘Your credulity. Are you easy? Don't y/,2 see through his Uttle game? The man who will try c all yonvaa substitute for CASCAR- CYrs is a lraud, Beware of him! He |tgying to steal the honestly earned nefits of a reputation which another j‘uess man kas paid for, and if his LL hence: win allow hiin to 0 s0 far, He Wil! go farther. If he cheats his cus- ‘tomer in one way, he will in another ‘arid it is not safe to do business with Bim. Bewaze of the CASCARET sub- sgiitutor. Remember CASCARETS are y ver sold in bulk but in metal boxes fh the long tafled “C” on every box and each tablet stamped C. C..¢ BBaGld feet ale ho around tor Wioree in | Victor acinar cit ale ead blest unaigia ceokscnper Resta form the finest arid most complete watch plant in the world. "The twin, factories Producing. both watch ‘movements and atch cases ure devoted exclusively, t0 TH thanufactuse of higncgrade "watch Eyfdpie ote and “waten nee,” very tes fe and ‘every effort in concentrated dr the single direction of making watch aravements and watch caves us nearly ppertect ‘as lies within human power, Alt mmon watches are pendant set. and fonsequently dangerous und” unreliable. The Hampden tr Jewel watch Is Lever Bef and proncunced by. all experts as the Bib rellable "aad ecurate! watch on market. “In busing a watgh, get the PRM you! tan etord, “Te nil'be the € ffivest sh the end and give the great- gol! sutistuctlon. - Railroad. men, in the Thature of their employment. ave neces- farily cod judges of @ timekeeper. They will tell you that no. watch made equals the, "Special Haltway' 24 Jewel” mmanu- feclured by the Hampden Watch Co.. Cusdos, Onto.” Thousands of there watcher are the standard in train ser- “vice, und- their accuracy of movement nd’ reliability under all conditions have earned for them the enviable reputation of ‘surpaesing. ail. others in tho world. The ‘intest production ot ‘the Dueber- Hampden factories is the smallest ladies! Puaich wade in America. “rhe name ot Ik Unique production ‘in “The Four Hundred." Any lady who ts the proud creeseor of One of these gems has a Pajnx of utility and beauty not exceeded Gnything. that. money ‘can, purchase. jeymechanical equipment.of the Due Ber, Tampden Watch factories Is of the Sint& quality. and its experienced work- yoen stand without peers inthe watch industry. ‘To-day. the Dueber-Flampden (Fateh Is supreme: and the Dueber-Hamp- Iden Works! the arentest waten plant fn ‘the world. Ali first-class jewelers keep itfiese goods, demand the Dueber-Hamp- den watches and accept no substitute Anish World, July ith, 90H. Phere can be perfect love only when Geeta (. nerfect-confidence. IE OW ER Pe ao | 0 Rig ae a1 Gabo fl 3 * isl si pass” Dg | WILL KEEP YOU DRY. Piagd WY Dor te tooed wrth amackintosn Pas RSS Oe Neg Sct eis ania ag (ss 5. Be <n roe A aoe alee gfe TEN aloe ‘Died idews’ P Blecces unMornt in “quality ~and length of staple-are most desirable for manufactiring purposes. ‘The average welght of sheep re- celved In June at the stock yards was the lightest of the year. The propor- ton of spring lamba was larger than usual, which reiluced the welght, The average was only 81 poudds, againat 6 pounds the previous, month, A sheepman says: “Tell these Wis- /consin shippers that there is posl- tively no demand for common to fait sheep and lambs. They have to sell at ridiculously low prices, and If ship- pers realized how low the market i for such stock no doubt they would not send them In so freely. Over 7 per cent of the sheep and lambs re- ceived the first week in July consisted of stock which buyers didn't want.” Prof, Herbert W. Mumford, of Mich- jzan, says: With the vast amount of cheap tmoceupied land in Michigan which is well adapted to sheep hus bandry, combined with the present en» couraging outlook for the wool and mutton industry, it is our opinion that furmers can well afford to double the number of sheep now kept in the state. Our climate and other conditions are favorable for the growth of wool and mutton and ottr geographical position gives us many advantages both from La breeder’s and from a general farm- ex's standpoint. Pians-are being drawn in the bridge building department of the Denver & Rio Grande for the largest sheep dipping and clipping yards in the West. The trafic in sheep between New Mexico and Avizona and Colorado /has so inereased within the last yeur or two that the ordinary facilities for handling the stock are not sumMeient. | ‘The new building for which plans are now being drawn will be erected at ‘Chama, N, M., as soon as they have ‘been approved by President Jeffery. The yards and buildings will be of un- .useal capacity and when moderately “full wi:l accommodate 7,00 sheep. Sheep men, recently returned from | the West, report a frightful condition on the sheop ranges of eastern Mon- ‘tana, Grass is dry as powder, and ‘prairie fires have heen raging in some ‘sections, one fire sweeping over fifty square ‘miles before it could be checked. ‘They say the present gene- ration has never seen the water so low In the upper Mississippi. No boats have run above La Crosse during the ‘last month, Outlook for feeding at the northern points is very discour- aging, with practically no screenings to be had, and ranges so bare of vege- tation that the sheep must come into feed lots this fall In a weak and ema- elated. coniition. Hucra and Weed Seeds ta Wool. Prot. Herbert W. Mumford, of the Michigan Agricultural College, says: ‘The condition of the wool refers to the cleanliness of the fleece,—the ab- sence of all foreign substances, such as sand, burrs, chaff and all other sub- stances looked upon by the wool man- ufacturer as Utter. It Is not because these naturaliy light substances at- fect the welgitt of the fleece to any considerable extent, that the woot manufacturer so strenuously objects to their presence in the fleece, but that they must be removed from tire fleece hefore it is resdy for manufacturing purposes and the process of separating these substances from the fleece ig not omiy very tedious but very expen- sive, and that, as a rule, it cannot be done without more or less injury to the wool fiber. Knowing the above facts we can easily see how condition affects the price of wool, because it di- rectly affects its value, It is not a dif- ficnit matter for the wool grower to so manage Ils flocks that the woo! produced by them will be practically {ree from all litter. He must provide racks for the siteep which will permit them to eat without getting their necks full of chaff, sceds and dust. (It is, of course, unnecessary to mention the old straw stack.) He must keep his farm free from burr-bearing weeds, his flock will keep most other weees in check, If we needed any proof that the farmers of our country are negll- gent about allowing weeds to grow and geed in abundance on their farms, we vould visit some large wool scouring or woolen mill snd carefully examine the refuse or waste frora the mills und we would have abundant proof in the millions of weed seeds found. At some miils where such refuse is dumped where seeds can germinate and grow we find a large number of species and varieties of weeds. Fowls Free or Confined. ‘owls kept in confinement will well as fowls having a free ra vided they are cared for in a} manner. This is seldom ace them, snd so, in the cireumsta which fowls are usually found, | by far the best on a free ra at least, a large range. The it makes a business of poultry 1 (ctn with advantage keep is confined. He will give them ention they need, Also the | . has children that are enthus in poultry raising can safely | fowls confined, provided he end on the children to do the ary wort. olnwes An Food for Cattle, Tewls kept in confinement will do us well as fowls having a free range provided they are cared for in an idea! manner. This is seldom accord- ed them, and so, in the clreumstances in which fowls are usually found, they do. by far the best on a free range, or, at least, a large range. The man that makes a business of poultry rais- ing ean with advantage keep bie tevrls confined. He will give them the attention they need. Also the man that has children that are enthusias- tie in poultry raising can safely keep his fowls confined, provided he can depend on the children to do the nes- essary wor't Holawes An Food for Cattle, A stockman of the South says: The very short caue<rep of 1899 is devel oping an active demand for low-grade mojasses. The low prices at which molasses gold in this country for a number of years, and the fact that con- siderable quantities of it are thrown away for lack of a market, attracted the attention of the live-stock feeders of England, and immense quantities of molasses have recently been sent abroad tor horse and cattle feed. our own people seeming to be compara- tively ignowant of the great food value of tis by-product of sugar plantations. Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound oures the Ills peoullar to women. It tones up their general health, eases down overwrought nerves, cures those awful baokaches and reg- ulates menstruation. it does this because It acts directly on the fe- male organism and makes it healthy, relieving and curing all Inflammation and displacements. Nothing else Is Just as good and many things that may be suggested are dangerous. This great medicine has a constant record of oure. Thou- sands of women testify to it. Read their letters con- stantly appearing In this paper. W.NU., Des Moines, No. 32.—1900 ia. ‘No. 1, RAZOR. scDupevtansar fe tc emanate SEU Chereeiee Bioncramanngtenmaniaas Sea ea aaa sete ate Se crate cement ieee pty Sea ei eS ro Tetar rat SAXS ‘No.2. BUTCHER'S KNIFE. ei BT eee ae atc on ee EUG Ga ae No. 3. CARVING SET. fz a rk cous nas nti ae ct De not be witt.oo our combination bread Luife nn’, Eee eres ace ne ge ce Ayes sien dcterenesenees No.5. Child's Knife and Fork Set. [re acerca ah Ue adh| PR Tee eee | fae, Ne peas = = Ee . et ae | TT Bn crete ene pee Pasn elpe orn bt nctop and 38 “Mla ous ‘LADY'S APRON. <b Q se ai. | m. \\ La Pig A iy its He qt i aa oa Nay 38, Grestemoss’s Handaerchieis. ros, vacancy pt Eaters Shaseet Cat rom tha foo of - No.4 BREAD KNIFE. No. 28. ‘TRIPLICATE MIRROR cS 0 oh Sey a aa No. 29. Dewey Combination Set. = Tiaee tee £08 Ex ehcitens BERS is easier pate cag Boe atone SEs nee Set trom Ble 2, Teweit’ Folie 5 Curling Lrors. tenet Damme sasr er ate Smee: ce ree BASS itl Be Sots, al Ee hag th ew eh W. F. MCLAUGHLIN & CO., Chicago, IIL. No 6 ” SPOONS. No. % No, 12 PARING KNIVES. No. 17. No, 2. Ora LADY'S PEN KNIFE. ae ea aes al FEATHER BOA. ‘Lady's Pocket Bock : ‘These are eae 8 = — te lad a =~ gee epee: Fp lin Sa “f agen weed ooh won | Beem et | RSV ERES RIL | ns cmp ingore sure ee bon | ‘ eiittea teeta Sf | SEEPS | REGS" | eee ee oe SS ft See ees, Sn. | No. 2. HOUSE SCALE. No, 40, ‘|""'Ne. EMERY KNIFE SHARPENER _| Pi Ere oe rca oe te Gentleman's Kaife. samen ae Peres mae an SSN Rees us meee vi oF gece ea, | SE Ses wo a nex cre revere _| See teeta? a, SHEARS| <ascesnss on mvt | RON, es sae ee a monies) mean Sams | Gece i Bees ore ee Serabenea| Samanta | Mia aE | sotee emuriciat | Benes See eae See ers] sameness | EARL a saan, emeigean dau! | ERS a tesla ahs Ee er pee] Soeciiae | Rao | SRE Paces | Saeed tow ts NS | ous ve te of NEAR ME oda eS SEER SIN Ses | Shes UTNE | Ses ate aa ste ent No 23, HAT PIN Seisteraae ters No. 15. SCISSORS. Ne 6 | Bese a Sew larres | No $1. JACK KINIFE. | nu tctne tug ate tae Lady's Belt Buckle. enn Soe ec See ies eet EE ciate Me Os Spann ance cae soos! wor | Sariaintscece see as Sather Peat tout te Thee ot aot f sie No.8, HA_. CLIPPER etme patos ht No. 32. CORSETS. Give the business man plesty of rope | and he'll form a cordage trust. / Dyeing is as simple as washing when you use PUTNAM FADELESS DYES. Love is more apt to swell the head than the heart. Washlog Day Will Have No Terrora If you use Maple City Self Washing Soap. It preserves the clothes—try it and be con- vinced--your grocer has it. Self-interest is more likely to warp a man’s judginent than anything else, If you want “good digestion to walt upon your ite” you thud siwags Mime pebain Tater) oN of About the only kind of hoods used in ‘summer are falsehoods. “THE TREATMENT THAT CURES.” WITH INHALER, Dr. W. H. Copeland, the founder of the System of Copeland Institutes: all over the United States, has con- sented to place his famous Treat~ ment for Catarrh in the hands of all first class druggists. If your drug- gist don't have it inclose $1.00 to Dr. W. H. Gopevanp, 210 STATE STREET, CHICAGO, ILL. and he will send you a 6 months’ course of treatment, including In- hhaler. NOT IN A TRUST No. 65. No. 66, No. 67. GOLD FACED CLOCK. | GENTLEMAN'S FATRIOUC Ea WATCH ALARM CLOCK. £0) HEI ON ~~ \) END \) OtoJee (leg Ge EN OAeGs | nate | \\ hae Zo Brome ee Bes | Waser BAASNED | BEES | morn oe eer SERRE itera ate | mumeeathentuesaay | Rarueay Soe pace SPREADS |RSS SE | 1 Ne | eeemegupemmrncmreereenee pe. ee Mea iets cnente 2! ee Fede seen aos 3s eA 2 SP: ) We. 28. VECETABLE ‘SLICER. Sci ani es ay Santee ween SRPMS nesulaN setae igpeeoats 28 Hite’ Weertee LieiwReo yc) 0 _ Sleeplessness, debility, nerronsness maepemnlaet nse aul eaeront eae diseases; they are symptoms | indicat- ing that the various. vital organs are not working in harmony. Morley’s liver and “Kidney Cordial restores order and rids the body of all waste products that clog the system. It in- sures sound digestion, sound nerves, ‘nd sound sleep, Ask your druggist. A tender feeling for the wife of another van isn’t legal tender, Imitation is sincerest flattery, don't be per, saiuded to take ny of te mai hnitatlons © Russ’ Bleaching Hue, Sold by all grocers, The scholar who cherishes the love of “comfort is not to be deemed a scholar. Most wouien nave pet tlivories as to what the ideal man should be like, Carters Ink 4a fo, feed and ae ehoap that ao family can nora foe without fe ts yours Carter's?” Every aman thinks he can’ solve the servant git! question, Are You Using Allens Foot-Rase? It is the only cure for Swollen, Smarting, Burning, Sweating Feet, Corns and Bunions. Ask for Allen's Foot-Hase, a powder to be shaken Into ‘the shoes. At all Druggists and Shoe ‘Stores, 2c. Sample sent FREE, Ad- dress Allen S. Olmsted, LeRoy, N. Y. An Ohio gitl who is unable to speak above a whisper has had 47 offers of max- ase A word tO the Whe ck | Piso's Cure for Consumption ts an infalllble : medicine for coughs and colds.—N, W. SAMUEL, Ocean Grove, N J.. Feb. 17,1900 Does the luishiand of a boarding-house keeper kick with the boarders? |The world doesn't care whether yon “haye earache, toothache, headache, or | heartache, ‘To Make Clothes Sweet and Clean Use Maple City Self Washing Soap. It makes Washing day easy. All grocers, | It ix better to be imposed upon ov- | vasionally that to doubt indiscriminately. No % LADY'S PEN KNIFE. sheet ca a ees No, 10. Gentleman's Kaife. Ste. (igtaneorer) iets soe gete ext Tinea ufghiy” poised seni i ea res Batata ee Ee ERURONDE ce ur RR See! No sf. JACK KNIFE. Se eet oe Bra part tae Ee ESe Ee eran No. 19. BAIND RING. eDhbaetrme set Se Sea ee ee Eearunaueere {50 Bev cule Stent potpald oe Tethbeiat Pine ti ates ot Ree 2. | Vocal Music. No. 4. PIPE. va = ‘oe carey ee Eee mie shane Sakae carom the fe ‘ng from this strong and attrac 18 MAL" cut frou the feo 3 Sates te ek ie gisoeim i Bi SE perez Ms Oe rieneart No. 35. Ladies’ ‘Handkerchiels. 8 A ss Geert san pac Een No.36. Lady’s Brooch, ouster a ed Eee eas Fega? thes face. eee Eee No. 37, DOLLS. efeclazc! eee ea ee EAE DOLLS, Se eee Saucon a, aa "whan dt Hae RRs aye idee Cat from tow facet No. 12 PARING KNIVES. = . = re mig re es acne 43, EMERY KNIFE SHARPE setae ea Ted ae SF eo cas cot in This is absolutely and positively the latest, best aad meat tar cofeton of twenty-five lee of sue ter fre 0 Ritcy brpelalunvncatee snare Stance femiile lee cu ton tien Dreenieg aia aint "Seat ned Stipes ag tan Ss cies pe [CRESS |e | ERE a i ERE Rs "He Taty iettinathte |e thoraee sheets ASS SA EES, | rier ey ge Rimbiy retenee, or dn Grower wy Suet | SS imce Amesag tos Gia vosns {S5: Sane? sagt E tare to Wel pe Sie Le Rp = Seay Ea Re 2 eee jo aaton amare eg ier ant terate soy eee potcians, neva, {Or ea eee ape stein Sa be ante ze ays |i aes ae em ce wduced perfor | Eee peach were int lroguced ui tbe World st ae bce | Riuttrs.tee War tarisaee peed eee ees aes Dee aia Nia oe ee aoa ee ae ‘No. 20, Parsan Diamond Ring, ex ema ae Sane are ae ‘Gene Hier gear te 08 og areas fat fromthe faue of ZXXX col fn fromtte MONEY FOR SOLDIERS’ HEIRS pon DIEne Maia particulars, HENRY Ne COPP, Wosblater, B & EDUCATIONAL, noth ly eee — ee SERS Aad = i Sie ea Cio Se POS aR re ih Aha RAN ag Biches ale GED GSK Ie wf | Bee, le - CN ca THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME, NOTRE DAME, INDIANA, uses ‘Keter, Eeononlen end. History, sQaaten, Later, ceeneint ratcy! tte, SSN kt Sa eeareal avlacering Sencar Thorongt Preparatory an Commercial camerenge. hacen anna sperel ies Ta eee een eile sce eee ae eee nts Se BE Ewa halter trae ‘The 57th Year will open September 4th,1900 canes iat "aide REV. Ac MORRISSEY, C. 8 C., President. ST. MARY'S ACADEMY NOTRE DAME, INDIANA Conducted by ‘the Sicterg of the Boly cooae Citra ies tnorongh, nee Tish and Classical education. Regular Catieglate Dogreee Se eet Department students carefully prepared for Collegiate course, Sinead da"Cbemical Laveratorion wel salopetConmervatarg "ot", wad Behool of Art. Gyraneatting under direc- Estos} of Atte af Bonen Korth Koval SP Bunt Gatntogue freon Tue 4 “Sear opene Bape, $18 Adres, _ DIRECTRESS OF THE ACADEMY, st. Mary's Academy, - Notre Dame, Indlaae No, 21. Lady's Pocket Book.) ate ot ho (ace Serer: Eee oat oe No. 22. COIN PURSE. acti Ree eee a sue owe ine No. 23, HAT PINS. Ti | Bite Mallee” Bar jen ren hres Shee Patio th No. 24, Neck-Tie Pinas spine mike : ao’ : Bees NG Besta a a = arene Se ere Rpiieataae As Ur uk atiroa the face ot 3 No. 17. FEATHER BOA. AG : 4 5 as Brana eae te Eeoe bee ee ESSE No. 8 Lady's Belt Buckle. 8 to ¢ * ip eae Gi ceseserar Sa Quins ie ae ot Seen. NECKTIES. oe yg iid 4 Wi 3} [ 5 »~S Bi pois fare rast fon whicnataigeyou wae fe aera seit aetehaae No. 531. EY Playing Cards. snotty yeh. see Gece ae inane skate Gute See eee eee anak ee Recta Nes 312, Selentifie Diambd Box Kit: we ene ee Rd Somacba at niga oforatbacs eee tsarraects See Be reer ee No, (113, Lady's Bracelet. f.~ (=) X y Ra ‘a Neen, Een bee Fananraee Skene No, 114. Lady's or Geatleman'sUmbrellgy- tl \eeieruneadey ech cee ts lasers [srekae ae earce eon gk teak a : : re Phe a wghd AY | \Y) LX : shite 4 3 eats Ss 2 beter ace a eee Sh fronton Hee et Xu}