Iowa State Bystander

IOWA --- VOL. 7. IOWA STATE BYSTANDER. PUBLISHED EVERY FRIDAY BY THE BYSTANDER PUBLISHING COMPANY, FIFTH AND LOCUST. ROOM 405 MAJORQUAD BLOCK. IOWA PHONE 890. OFFICIAL PAPER OF THE AFRO-AMERICAN PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION OF IOWA. OFFICIAL PAPER OF THE MOST WORSHIPFUL UNITED GRAND LODGE OF IOWA. A. F. & A. M. TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION One year. $1 00 Six m. inths. 75 Thru e.mo. ths. 50 All subscription payable in advance. J. L. THOMPSON, EDITOR. J. H. SHEPARD, MANAGER. Send money by post, fice order, money order, express or draft, to the IOWA STATE BYSTAN- DER Publishing Company. Communications must be written on one side of the paper only and be of interest to the pub- lic. "Brevity is the soul of wit" remember We will not return ref cited manuscript, unless accompanied by postage stamps. CITY NEWS Miss Maple Morton entertained last Wednesday night. Mrs. E. Hunter of Chicago was visiting in the city for a few days this week. Mr. Harrison Gould has been on the sick list this week, but is some better now. The address of Mr. Lucas before the Christian Endeavor Society was very interesting. J. H. Mixon, Jeweler, No. 316 West Third street. Tunes Pianos and repairs organs. The Des Moines Brotherhood Band gave a concert at Saylor last Monday night. A good attendance and a pleasant time is reported. Mr. Chas, Roy who is employed in a tonsorial shop at Algona, returned to the city Saturday to visit his wife. They will move to Algona soon to remain indefinitely. Mrs. Gus Comley who has been quite sick is some better this week. Her daughter, Mrs. Della Patterson is still here with her. WE WANT colored organizers for the best thing on earth for colored people. African Monarchs of America, Sioux City, Iowa. Invitations are out for a dancing party to be given by the Ladies' Pleasure Club, at Hansen's hall, South-west corner of E. Sixth and Locust streets, Thursday eveni g. Feb. 7. Music by Burtchard's Orchestra. There was a pleasant party given last Friday evening in honor of Miss Lulu Nesbitt, by Misses Nellie Leftage and Minnie weeks, at the home of Mrs. Wilson, 808 Oak street. Several games were played, one of which they give prizes to the best player. The prizes were awarded to Miss Nesbitt first prize and Frank Woodward second prize. A very fine lunch was served and the guests departed for their homes. The H. B. S. was entertained by Mrs. Denny. The district school was highly appreciated by the members. The Circle was visited by Mrs. Woodson of Woodland avenue. The Circle will meet with Mrs. E. T. Banks Feb. 7th. As it will be history day the members are requested to be out. Joshua Strawther, electrician, 952 West Thirteenth street. Electrical repairs of all kinds. Medical, dental and surgical instruments a specialty Dynamics and motors, light, etc. Give me a call. The editor received a personal invitation, to attend the Tenth Annual Negro Conference, from Prof. Booker T. Washington, to be held Feb. 21, at Tuskegee, Ala. We appreciate the kind invitation but this time cannot attend; yet these Conferences are productive of much good for our race. SURPRISE PARTY. About thirty of the friends of Miss Bertha Curtley surprised Miss Estella Pierson at the later's home, East Maple street, last Tuesday evening. It was a complete surprise to Miss Pierson, and was in honor of her 22nd birthday. All enjoyed themselves nicely. Miss Pierson made a neat speech thanking those present who assisted in making it so enjoyable. Refreshments were served and Miss Pierson received several nice tokens of rememberance. The room was decorated with pink and white roses. STATE BYST DES MOINES, IOWA, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 1901. Mr. James Garrison of Saylor mine has put on a regular back line from Salor mine to Highland Park street car line, so people desiring to visit the largest colored mining camp in Polk county can go out reasonable. WRITE The African Monarchs of America. They have something to tell you. Sioux City, Iowa. A PLEASANT BIRTHDAY PARTY. Mrs. G. W. Wells, assisted by Miss Maple Morton, gave a party last Monday night in honor of her daughter, Miss Ethel's birthday. About twenty of her friends were at her home to spend the evening. She had been invited out to 5 o'clock dinner and afterwards they were to have gone to the theater, but they did not go and when Miss Ethel returned home she found her friends awaiting her arrival, and as everything had been so secretly arranged she was very much surprised to find so many of her friends at her home. But after being presented with some very pretty present, she was reminded of her birthday. The evening was spent in dancing and playing games until a late hour, when ice cream and cake was served. EXCURSION RATES to the MARDI GRAS and WINTER RESORTS, Via the North-Western Line. On account of the Mardi Grasa New Orleans and Mobile, excursions tickets will be sold February 11 to 17, inclusive, at very low rates, limited for return passage until March 7 Excursion tickets are also on sale daily, at reduced rates, to the principal winter resorts in the United States and Mexico. For full information apply to ticket agents Chicago and North-Western R'y. GERMAN REMEDY Cures Rheumatism, Neuralgia, Male and Female Weakness. Send $1.50; German Medicine Co. Des Moines, Ia. FRANKEL'S FIRE Last Tuesday morning our citizens were awaken by the fire alarm, and after further investigation found the large Frankel Department Store, covering a quarter of a block, on fire and in a few minuets the entire five story building was burned and nothing but the north wall and charred debris remained to tell where the magnificent structure once stood. It was the greatest and most destructive fire Des Moines ever had. Other buildings within a radius of half a block were greatly damaged, all the plate glass windows being cracked or broken out, and they were on fire several times. Had it not been for the heroic efforts of the firemen other buildings would have been destroyed. THE NEW CENTURY There has been several persons of note that have passed away during the first month of this century. Chief among those are Queen Victoria, Phillip D. Armour and Prof. Elisha Gray. The long and beneficient reign of Queen Victoria is past; after occupying the throne of England for more than 63 years the venerable woman, whose name is so closely identified with England's greatest ere, passed away peacefully at Osborne, Tuesday of last week. P. D. Armour, the multimillionaire, philanthropist and head of the firm of Armour & Co. of Chicago, died at his home in Chicago a few weeks ago, and by his death one of the pioneer packers of America is no more. On Monday night of last week, at Boston, occurred the death of Prof. Elisha Gray, of telephone fame. A note worthy fact is they were all past 60 years of age and the work they have accomplished will be an example for years to come. TO THE NORTHWEST Greatly reduced one-way settlers rates will be in effect via the Iowa Central Railway during February, March and April 1901. For full particulars call on Iowa Central ticket agents or address, Geo. S. Baty, G. P. & T. A., Marshaltown, Iowa. OUR EDUCATIONAL NUMBER With this issue of the Bystander we intended to give our readers a brief synopsis of the educational department of our city public schools, a brief mention of the teachers and people who have the moulding of the minds of the thousands of children, but the man we detailed to preform that work has taken sick which renders him unable to finish the work assigned to him, consequently we are at this time preluded from going on further with this branch of the work at this writing. Therefore we ask your forbearance, yet we hope the pictures and history of those we give will be read and appreciated for our city school system is one of the best systems west of the Mississippi. CURRENT REVIEW The editor of the Chicago Appeal, Hon. Cyrus Adams has recently been appointed first assistant Treasurer under Hon. H. P. Cheatham at Washington, D. C., $2,000 per year salary. We are glad that the President recognized the meritious services of Mr. Adams. The Dearborn Center is a new monthly recently issued by Dr. Ransom of the Institutional Church of Chicago. The first issue is a very newsy and excellent paper. We wish the Center success. --- The Denver Statesman has reduced its size and is now doing its own press work, folding and type setting. Other colored journals should do likewise. The Richmond Plaindealer of Richmond, Mo., is the latest new paper that has come to our office. It is a creditable paper for so small a town. The BYSTANDER welcomes Bro. Jacobs in the journalistic field. Mr. F. L. Barnett of Chicago was re-appointed assistant State Attorney for Illinois. He at one time edited the Chicago Conservator. The holiday number of the Freeman was faultless and the best number they have ever printed. There was but little if any objectional matter to the public. It was perhaps the best issue ever printed in America by colored people. It contained 24 pages, beautifully illustrated with cuts of leading race men and women, and cuts of colleges for Negroes. Bro. Knox deserves much credit for such an excellent issue. The Defender, a new newspaper venture in Eminence, Ky., has just reached our sanctum. It is a 7 column folio well printed. We hope the Defender success and long life; although newspapers as a rule are not very lucrative. Things to Remember. A man's conduct, is an unspoken sermon. The honest man never stop to inquire if honesty pays. A happy fireside is better than a big bank account. The feet of truth are slow, but they never slip. The sweetest satisfaction, is the desire to add to others happiness. Think not so much of gratifying thyself, but consider each day what good thou have done for others. If you want to be successful; never take a stand against the truth. The poor have a thousand joys, that the money of the rich cannot purchase. What a miserable aim have those, who live for themselves a lone. There is no easy paths in this life, waste no time looking for them. BYSTANDER. The prodigal son had to come to him self, before he could come to his father. soft, before we could come to his father. To know how to be silent is more difficult, and more profitable, than to know how to speak. If you love life, do not squander your time, for time is the stuff life is made of. Every kind word, every noble act, are flowers planted in the garden of our Heavenly home: flowers whose fragrance shall perfume through the years of eternity. The dignity of a woman consists in being unknow to the world, her glory is the esteem of her husband, her pleasure the happiness of her family. Charity is never lost, it may be of no service to those it is bestowed upon, but it will work beauty and grace in the heart of the giver. Those who are jealous and envious of their neighbor's success, have a fee in their heart, that will bring more bitterness in their life, than all other outside enemies. ALBIA NOTES. Mr. Ambrose Morris of Ottumwa spent a few days of last week in our town. Little Walter Snoddy is quite sick at this writing. Quarterly meeting was held at the A. M. E. church Sunday. Elder Jason Bundy was with us, also three other ministers assisted with the quarterly meeting services. Mrs. W F. Ward has been very sick the past few days of this week. Mr. Elzie Martin of Garden Grove spent Sunday in our town the guest of Monroe Davis' family. KNOXVILLE NOTES. Mrs. Fannie Toulin's family is on the sick list. Mrs. Crudump Jeffers is on the sick list at this writing. Ray Bird got run over Thursday noon and was very badly hurt. His ankle had to be bandaged in plaster of paris. He is better at this writing. Mrs Celiea Jeffers has been sick for the past three weeks. Miss Hallie May Bird is attending High School in Quincy, Ill. The Toulin's came near being burnt out Saturday night. About 12 o'clock fire was discovered in the roof of the house. Mrs. W. P. Bird prepared a neat little surprise party for Roy Bird, it being his 13th birthday. Fifteen of his boy friends spent the evening in playing games after which they were served with light refreshments. They all enjoyed a very pleasant evening. SIOUX CITY ITEMS Mr. Jackson Askew is very sick at his home. Mrs. T. A. Clark has the la gippe. Mrt. J. W. Norris is still on the sick list. Jack the hugger, who has been operating in our city for some time, is no respect of persons. Miss Laura Askew was his last victim. The paper a id he hugged a black woman this time. Some say Miss Askew ran after the fellow after he let her go, but we think it was the other way—they were running from each other. Mr. J. C. Reinson (white) delivered quite an interesting talk at the A. M. E. church on last Sunday evening. The Mt. Zion Baptist ladies are preparing to have a fine time on the 14 and 15 of this month. Quite an interesting program was rendered by the sub choir at the A. M. E. church Sunday evening. The regular choir has not as yet been reorganized. Mr. Jas Washington filled the pulpit at Yankton, S. D., last Sunday. Mr. Washington returned Monday. THE RIGHT KIND OF SPIRIT—Mr. O. W. Moore came and asked he agent to call on him and get his subscription dues. Wish there were more such subscribers. Look out for the literary society! The agents will call on all who promised this week. Davenport heard from at last, good! Where is Keokuk? CEDAR RAPIDS BUDGETARIAN. Our city is blessed with plenty of snow at this writing. The entertainment given for the Trustees at the A. M. E. church was fairly well attended. The ladies on committee report a neat sum realized. The Ladies' Industrial Circle met with Mrs. Geo. Tyler Friday afternoon. After the usual business officers were elected for the ensuing term as follows: Pres., Mrs. M. F. Lowery; Vice Pres., Mrs. L. Perkins; Sec., Mrs. G. Tylier; Treas., Mrs. H. Kaspberry. The Circle is in a flourishing condition, and new members have been added to the roll. The ladies of the A. M. E. church are planning for a grand musical entertainment to be given Feb. 22, so be in readiness to attend. Mr. H. Brown is cooking at Greene, Iowa. Is now carrying a complete line of staple and fancy groceries and are prepared to sell them at the very lowest prices. 2 cans Corn, 15c; Cabbage, 2 1/2c; 2 lbs. Oat Meal, 10c; Good Macaroni, 10c; Oranges, 25c a dozen; Apples 25c a peck; California Prunes, 10c a pound. Before buying call and get our prices on Flour, Meal and Sugar. Our Aim is to Please Our Customers. Beckwith Cash Grocery Store No.1003 Center Street. Mrs. W. H. Milligan, who has been quite sick with the la gripe, was able to attend church Sunday. We are glad to note the improvement. Rev. Bass has been entertaining the la gripe so much that he was unable to fill his pulpit Sunday. Mrs. Ford preached in the morning and Rev. Wade at night. Sunday is quarterly meeting day. P. E. Huntly is expected to be present. If you want to be up to-date subscribe for the BYSTANDER. Several of the young people enjoyed a sleighing party Monday evening, going to Marion and returning. They were chaperoned by Mr. Clyde Washington. CAUSES SURPRISE. Connecticut Man Declares His Assessment Is Much Too Low. Robert M. Bruce, one of the millionaires of Greenwich, Conn., a former cotton broker and a friend of E. C. Benedict, has caused surprise by appearing before the board of assessors of the town and asking them to have his assessment raised 50 per cent, says the New York Sun. He said that he had never paid any attention to the making out of his list of taxable property, leaving it with the assessors. He had looked the matter up recently and decided that he was not paying all that he should into the town treasury. BOONE NEWS. Mr. Wt. Robinson is cooking at the Wells House. Rev. Joplin is on the sick list. Mrs. Emily Terry is visiting at Carrol with her daughter Mrs. Robinson. Mr. W. Coleman, a formar Boone boy, who has been visiting his father returned to Illinois last week. Mrs. Wm. Robinson went to Des Molnes Friday where she was summoned to the bedside of her sick friend Mrs. Wallace. Mr. Lewis Williams resigned at the Welles House and Mr. S. L. Terry has secured the position; Mr. Williams shoe shining business having increased so as to demand his entire attention. DAVENPORT REPORT. There was a church entertainment last Wednesday evening at the residence of Mr and Mrs. M. Grew, 920 Harrison street, benefit of Bethel A. M. E. church, Ice cream, oysters and other refreshments were served. The principal attraction was a pot full of chitterlings which went like hot cakes. Mr. C. B. Lewis, head cook on the Rock Island dining car from here to Joliet, Ill, is confined to his room at 920 Harrison street. J. T. Mabry, Superintendent of the Baptist S. S., visited the A. M. E. S. S. last Sunday afternoon an made a few remarks. Mrs. Bettie Baker, who has been confined to her home for some time, is improving very fast. Rev. Wm. Batae of Sprinfield, 11l. is here this week assisting Rev. Burton in revival meetings, at the Third Baptist church. We hope to be able to canvass the city very soon for new subscribers, also to collect deliquents dues; So please be ready. Please send news for the Bystander to J. T. Mabry, City Hall. Mrs. M. L. Hedden, 381 W. Tenth st.eet, had an attack of heart trouble monday. Mrs. Anna Fox who is here from Hannibal, Mo., visiting her went to her rescue, and now she is resting easy, which fact her many friends will be glad to hear. Misses Gertie Richardson and Lizzle Cain graduated from the 9th grade this month and will soon enter High School. Mr. J. S. Roberts expects to be able to leave Mercy hospital in a few days for to come home after three successful operations. His many friends will certainly be glad to learn this. J. T. Mabry, who was appointed to select a banner and purchase the same, for the Iowa Baptist S. S. convention has awarded the contract to the Rock Island Regalia Co., of Rock Island, Ill. On three Renames His Citizenship Rome, March 22.—Don Carlos, the Spanish pretender, has appeared in court at Lucca and renounced his Spanish citizenship, declaring himself an Austrian subject. Sultan Said to Have Yielded to Cusan London, March 22.—It is announced that the sultan has yielded "in all essential particulars" to the Russian demands respecting railway concessions in Asia Minor. Dubque, Iowa, March 22.—Nine young women, six of whom are from Chicago, received the white vell and were admitted to the mother house of the Sisters of Charity Tuesday. --- No. 33. ash Grocery Co., complete line of staple and are prepared to sell best prices. 2 1/2c; 2 lbs. Oat Meal, 10c; Good 25c a dozen; Apples 25c a prunes, 10c a pound. our prices on Flour, Meal and Please Our Customers. Grocery Store, inter Street. CAUSES SURPRISE. Connecticut Man Declares His Assignment Is Much Too Low. Robert M. Bruce, one of the millionaires of Greenwich, Conn., a former cotton broker and a friend of E. C. Benedict, has caused surprise by appearing before the board of assessors of the town and asking them to have his assessment raised 50 per cent, says the New York Sun. He said that he had never paid any attention to the making out of his list of taxable property, leaving it with the assessors. He had looked the matter up recently and decided that he was not paying all that he should into the town treasury and he asked for the raise. The assessors promised to comply with his wishes and it is understood that they will raise the taxes of all other millionaires there to some extent. Mr Bruce's example is the subject of much comment. For many years past Greenwich has raised $00,000 by taxation, and has spent $20,000 more than it raised. The debt has rolled up to nearly $100,000. The town appointed an investigating committee and the members reported that more money must be raised by taxation. Fixing up the taxes but fall was put over until next spring. The assessors figured up the amount of taxable property and an increase of the tax rate seemed probable. Persons who have looked up the matter say that there appears to be one law for the poor man and another for the rich man. The law says that such property owner must put in a true list of the real value of all property, real and personal, but the general rule among persons of moderate means has been to pay on 60 per cent of the value. The millionaires in some instances have not paid on 10 per cent of the property. TUSKEGEE NOTES. Principal Washington was dined by editorial and business staff of The Outlook at New York last Monday night. Preparations are now being made for the erection of the new $20,000 library building, the gift of Mr. Andrew Carnegie. Circulators calling the tenth annual session of the Tuskegee Negro Conference are now being sent out. It will be held on the 20th of this month. FRILLS OF FASHION. Variations in children's gowns blossom out from time to time, even though they are very slight, and small girls rival their mothers in their ambition to keep up to date. Soft wool materials make up very prettily in this way. In figured French flannel the collar may be made of the same and trimmed with rows of narrow braid or velvet ribbon. Skirts of the small gowns are usually plain, but the older girls have some sort of trimming, either tucks, stitched bands, ruffles or velvet folds, stitched on. The long-waisted mode, in which the waist line rounds down low in front, is conspicuously evident among the gowns for girls over 10 years of age, and the small gowns for dainty little girls of 6 imitate this fashion as much as possible by having the long waist all around. Guimpe dresses, which never seem to go out of style, are suitable for all ages, from 6 to the more mature years of middle age. Bolero jackets are very popular in the kingdom of small costumes, and the attempt to produce the effect of stole ends is seen in one little gown, where narrow lace revers are carried down the entire length of the front, as shown in the illustration. Another pretty effect is made by two box plaits in front, one at either side from the yoke to the hem, and two in the back, giving a long effect to the waist, which is defined with a narrow velvet belt ending in small velvet rosettes at either side of the front on the plaits. The skirt gathers on to the waist between the plaits, which apparently are a continuation of those in the waist. A sailor collar of lace covers the shoulders in the back and opens in front over a voke of tucked white silk or batiste. Thin gowns of point desprit for party wear are variously trimmed with ruches, ruffles, lace insertion and rows of colored satin ribbon. A pretty feature of the small girl's costume is the coat and hat to match.—New York Sun. ```markdown ``` NOTES FROM THE CAPITAL Des Moines, February 1, 1901. The supreme court decided in a case from Winnipesack county that bondsmen of saloon-keepers under the mulet law cannot be held for penalties for sales to minors. The law imposes a fine of $100 for each sale to a minor. Saloon-keepers are required to give bonds to obey the law. But the court holds that there is an exception in the law providing that only boudmen of permit holders, that is, pharmacists holding permits from a district court, are required to give bonds to minors. Bondsmen of mulet saloon-keepers are liable, however, for civil damages to be collected by parents, guardians, etc., of minors who liquor has been sold. The Bonparte dam case which has been furnished food for thought to the supreme court of the last five years has been settled for all time by the overruling of the petitions of both the state and Byron F. Meck for a rehearing. The case will stand according to the decision rendered at the October term in which it was held that the owners of the dam were not compelled to build the dam constructed below the dam make a perpendicular structure and furnish a complete obstruction to the passage of fish in the Des Moines river. The dam was built by the government for the improvement of the Des Moines river in the drought by the Meeks the locks were closed by a wall and no fishway was provided. As early as 1883 information was filed to abate it as a nuisance, but the supreme court holds that a fishway cannot be required in a non-navigable river. In the state and the case has been watched with keen interest by all sportsmen. The state of Iowa is going to receive two Chinese cannon from the walls of Peking, captured by the United States troops when they entered the Chinese capital to relieve the besieged legionnaires. In a letter just received by Governor Shaw, United States Minister Conner says: "I am today starting on their way to you two Chinese cannon, with their carriages (knocked down), which our troops on their arrival here captured on the city wall near our legation, and we were sending shot and shell into the legation during the siege. I have billed them to you, sending on a United States transport to San Francisco, and have requested that they be shipped to Des Moines by the state of Iowa for the state of Iowa as a souvenir of a most disagreeable situation in which some of her citizens were placed, and from which they were providentially rescued. I shall be glad to see them properly mounted in the state of Iowa, building or in any other place about the capitol which you may select. I have found this convenient opportunity to ship them and so take advantage of it, not waiting for a reply to my previous letter to you concerning them. The capitol will probably be mounted on each side of the walk leading to the state historical building. Battle flags of the Ninth and Fifteenth Iowa infantry have been removed from the sealed glass cases on the second floor of the state house and will be forwarded at once to Gen. Grenville M. Dodge at New York City, who will place them in the tomb of General U. S. Grant. The last general officer in the Iowa collection to be sent to Grant's tomb. The selection was made by Governor Shaw because both the Ninth and Fifteenth had several flags, while some of the other regiments had but one flag, and to have selected them, the regiment have left the regiment without representation in the Iowa collection. An opinion has been handed down by Attorney General Mullan, in which he holds that the board of agriculture has no authority to appropriate money of the department for an exhibition at the Pan-American exposition at Buffalo. The opinion was adduced by the state town. At its annual meeting in December the department of agriculture made no appropriation for an exhibition of Iowa products at the Buffalo exposition and it has been strongly urged that the board now must state need not go unrepresented, Mr. Mullan's opinion renders that impossible. The negotiations for the property of the International distillery, located near the packing houses, have been completed and the property now belongs to F. M. Habbell. There is a clause to the deed which prohibits the use of the property as a malting institution for fifteen years, but this clause does not prevent the use of the property as a brewery as though it is a thoughtful alteration that the plan will be leased to the Cochrans, who have signified their willingness to open up a big brewery as soon as a brewing consent petition is secured. Forty Japanese Soldiers Killed Shanghai. Jan. 31.—The North China Daily News asserts that while a quantity of Chinese gmpowder was there, an explosion and forty Japanese soldiers were killed. Milan, Jan. 29.—Verdi, the composer, died at 2:50 o'clock Sunday morning. Toriksh Government Will Pay. Washington, Jan. 26. -Satisfactory assurances have been received here that the Turkish government has arranged to meet the American claims for indemnity on account of the destruction of the American missionary property at Harpoot. The details of the arrangement have not been made THE NEWS IN IOWA Senator Lothrop Holds Government Owes This Sum. Des Moines, Jan. 31.—Senator J. S. Lothrop of Sioux City presented to the executive council yesterday his reasons for believing the state could collect from the federal government the interest on the money put out by the state in the time of the civil war in the equipment of troops. The sum to which the state is entitled according to Senator Lothrop, $420,000, and he seeks to be collection on as agent to make the collection on a commission, the members of the ex-council are convinced the state has a claim against the government, and steps toward the collection will be taken. The question that hampered proceedings yesterday was whether the executive council had the power, or the governor, to name an agent to press the claim for the interest. Senator Lothrop was unable to answer this question, but he will communicate with the council later, either directly or in writing, after looking into the law on this subject. General Mulroney Shaw and Attorney General Mulroney phase this phase of the matter and determine what are the rights of the state as to the claim, what the exact amount is and whether an agent can be appointed to undertake the active work of collection. NEW IOWA RAILROAD. Milwaukee to Build From Davenport to Hackt to Thornwell Washington. Washington, Feb. 1.—Information comes from headquarters that the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul will soon build their proposed short line between Muscatine and Heedrick or Ottumwa. As surveyed, the line will run from Muscatine north of the Rock Island road till near Ainsworth, where it will cross and go in a southeasterly direction, passing Washington about three miles to the south. It will go north of Brighton and from there to Heedrick or Ottumwa. It is more likely that Heedrick will be the terminus, as the Milwaukee can there make connections to ship freight to Kansas City. It is also likely that to Muscatine a short line may be built to connect at that point. The reason for the new line is the heavy traffic on the Milwaukee over its line, which passes too far north to make good time to Kansas City. GRIMM NOW A CRIPPLE. World's Champion Wing Shot Disabled for Life. Clear Lake, Feb. 2.—While superintending the moving away of hay by means of a giant hay fork on his farm near town, Charles M. Grimm, one of the champion wing shots of the world, and winner of second place in the Great American handiap of 1899, suffered an accident which resulted in a broken ankle and which will probably make him a cripple for life. The fork, which has a capacity of one ton, failed to make the auto-vehicle the distance of twenty-five feet from the ground, and came down like a shot, catching Mr. Geilum under it. A ROOM FOR SIOUX CITY. Petroleum Said to Have Been Found in Woodbury County. Sioux City, Jan. 30.—In a sensational story the Sioux City Tribune says that petroleum has been discovered in Woodbury county in quantities which warrant an Ohio company of 1,000 old acres, sink wells and make tests. Where the strike is located and how valuable it is the alleged local representatives of the firm are said to refuse to discuss. The Tribune states, however, that the first development within three miles of Sioux City. Prisoner Cleverly Escapes Burrington, Jan. 31.—Frank Smith, a government prisoner on his way to Keokuk to be tried by the United States court for bootlegging in and about Davenport, cleverly escaped at this place. He pretened to be intoxicated, and Officer Fuller, in charge of him, left him in the waiting room and went out to look after some bagged items he returned the prisoner with, disappeared, and the local force has been searching for him he is still missing. Killed by Hhx Flour New Hampton, Jan. 31.—O. G. Vana of Saude, while driving along the road with his uncle, Ole Oleson, was instantly killed by the overturning of his, oak of flour, which fell on top of his body. Oleson remained on the scene all night, and when found was to have given an account of the affair: Wilf Die From Jurist Clinton, Feb. 1—A telegram received last evening from Los Angeles, Cal., states that Artemus Lamb, head of the lumber mills at Clinton, will die as a result of injuries received in the Union Pacific wreck last week. Blood poisoning has set in, and his physicians have given him up. Confects to Burglary. Knoxville, Feb. 1.—James Jones, charged with breaking into the Rock Island depot here, was bound over to the grand jury on $500 bonds. He confessed to the mayor of having robbed the depot twice, the first time being January 19th and the other January 25th. Falk Heir to $20,030 Keota, Jan. 31. — J. E. Eaton, a druggist here, has fallen heir to $20,000 by the death of his brother-in-law in 1982. He is there looking after the estate. Whiterans at Chariton Charlotte, Jan. 28.—White cups went to the home of a resident and pinned a note on his door, warning him to quit drinking. They demanded an answer and it was nailed to the gate post the next day. The matter is supposed to be settled. Heirick Pleads Guilty Marshalltown, Jaa, 28—W. O. Hedrick, who some time ago deserted his invalid wife after extracting drafts and money from her trunk and forging her name and that of her husband, drafts, pleaded guilty of the crime. $550,000 FIRE. Des Moines Has Worst Fire in Its History. Frankel's Immense Building Completely Gutted and Adjacent Building仁 Des Moines, Ia. 29. —Fire totally destroyed Frankels' new store at Sixth and Walnut street this morning and damaged adjacent build- ings and stocks of goods. The damage and loss will amount to not less than $550,000. The loss is estimated as follows: The Frankels' incorporated. stock The Frankels' Improvement company, building Marcus and Herman Younker A. and I. Friedlich, stock Marcus Younker, Good block Utica Building company Rothwell estate, building Des Moines, National bank, building Marks building Sheer building Dr. E. J. McGorrick, building Henry Plumb, stock of jewelry Monnette-Green Co. stock J. H. Cowie Glove Co. stock Lawyer & Beeks, stock Chase-Schisler stock Co. Co. drums Chase Brothers, plate glass Webb Soners, stock Dr. W. R. Garnett, McGorrisk building Dr. A. L. Hess, 514 Walnut Dr. Holloway, 514 Walnut Dr. Thomas, 516 Walnut Dr. A. R. Begun Dr. L. D. Rood Iowa Telephone company Des Moines City Railway company M. J. Wobston, Good block, library, etc Armour & Co., office fixtures Younker & Dillie, law library L furniture, fixtures, instruments and libraries of physicians in the Utica building M. Goldstein, tailoring stock, in good block W. J. Ida Shoe company, plaque glass Mrs. Ida C. Smith, building Richard Wolfgynn, building McArthur Drug company, plaque glass Harper & Co. Total ..... 8583.50 The fire started in the passage of the old Yokunker building near the elevator, climbed the shaft and spread throughout the whole structure south to Walnut and west to Sixth avenue within fifteen minutes. It was discovered first at 3:35 o'clock. At 3:35 the first wall fell. They went rapidly, then, in succession, except the north wall which still remained intact, and a difficult rock in preventing the spread of the fire to adjacent blocks. These were merely damaged on the exterior. The iron shutters on the north side of the Frankel building were probably responsible for saving the Church, or Citizens' Improvement block. These grew red hot during the progress of the fire, but did not fall. The Good block was saved, largely because the fire first consumed the Younker building and then whipped around into the church, eventually standing wall and a gap between the principal blaze and the Good block. However, the Good block exterior, the Church block exterior on the south side facing the alley, the Utrea building west of the fire across the street, the Seeley block at the opposite corner, the Des Moines National bank building, the Sneer block next to it, the other buildings facing north on Walnut and south of the fire, even as far east as Field-Ingalls, suffered several fires. Plate glass windows two hundred feet from the Frankel building are badly damaged. The Frankels announce that they will rebuild at once, in fact, their architects are already making plans for the new building. It will probably be five stories high and will cover a quarter of a block. TAX ON PENSIONERS Collection Being Contested in Wapelle County. Ottumwa, Feb. 1.—A new law point which is of interest to the better paid class of pensioners throughout the nation is raised in a suit brought here in which Calvin Manning, who was one of the United States exposition is plaintiff, and Carpenter Treasurer John H. Spry and Wapelle county are the defendants. In short, the question is, can pension money be taxed? The plaintiff is guardian for John Schwabek, an insane person, who served through the war of the rebellion, and who, on account of his illness, draws a pension of $2 per month. In 1890 the plaintiff, for his ward, received $1,214 as back and accrued pension, and some time during January Treasurer Spry levied upon such monies as were held by the plaintiff in 1895, 1896, 1897, 1898, 1899 and 1900, the total tax for that time amounting to this sum now appears on the tax books. The plaintiff and his ward, who brought suit as stated under the provisions of section 4747 of the revised statutes of the United States for the year 1878, and it is especially prayed by the plaintiff that he be granted absolute immunity against the assessments and levies for the past, presuming that under the laws of Iowa said monies and the credits are exempt from taxation. Accused of Extortion Clinton, Jan. 28,—W. A. Hass and George Betz has been held to the grand jury. at Savannah, on the charge of forging a will. Hass' brother left a large estate. The defendants filed a will for probate which left most of the property to members of the family. One of the men implicated in the forgery has confessed. Singlinox in Schools Davenport, Jan. 29—Two cases of smallpox have been discovered in the schools at this place. The buildings and school dismissed temporarily. NEWS IN GENERAL NEWS IN GENERAL SITUATION IN VENEZUELA. Fierce Fighting Ims Taken Place and the Warsa Victorious. Port of Spain, Trinidad, Jan. 30. Details have been received here of three fighting last week on the mainland near Guira and Carapuano, resulting in final defeats for the government troops. Several hundred men were killed in the engagements. Carapuano has been recaptured by the insurgents and a large quantity of arms and ammunition taken. Guire, a port in the Gulf of Paria, has also occupied, despite the activity of the gunbusters, that part of the coast. Reports from Carapuano also indicate grave conditions. Persons here meet with the situation informed that a chief of battalion of the government forces in Carcasas has resolved. The cause of the mutiny is said to have been an order issued by President Castro that certain prominent persons suspected of being in league with the rebels should be shot. The orders given to one of the military commanders were disobeyed. The trouble seems to be growing, although the censorship prevents tails from being sent. The officers are receiving that the rebel army, and that vigorous rodent will be made by the Castro government. As Colombia has long believed that President Castro has giving aid to the rebels in that country there is possibility of a serious clash. The chief fighting on the mainland took place near Trapa. A force of 99.5 rebels, having 200,000 rounds of ammunition, part captured at Carupano and part recaptured at filibusters, intercepted themselves from Iraq. They were under command of Generals Julian Pedro Costa and Jaunichas Colsica. The government soldiers shelled the posi- one of the rebels and finally they retreated, carrying most of their supplies. They had eight killed and four wounded, but the government forces are said to have lost five and three in the fight. Eleven women, who were with the troops, were skin during the battle, the town was abandoned by the rebels during the night and was entered by 800 regulars the next morning. The insurgents retreated to Iraq and after resting, marched to Baghdad and reinforcements. They had been followed by the government forces, but returned from Guinea and gave battle, compelling the enemy to retreat from Iraq. FOUR CHINAMEN TO DIE. United States Minister Conger Consents to Their Decapitation Washington, Jan. 31.—While vigorously opposing the execution of Prince Tuan and General Fu Ishang, Mr. Conger, with the approval of the United States, has agreed to the decapitation of four ringleaders in the Chinese outrages of last summer. Mr. Chang, a deputy commissioner-in-chief of the Boxers, and Yu Isheng, who was removed by the empress dowager from the post of governor of Shan Si. It is understood before agreeing to the execution of the four officials the authorities ascertained that the Chinese government would be able to compel Tuan and General Tung Fu Ishang is different. Surrounded by an army devoted to him, he would resist an attempt to execute him and civil war would be precipitated. The strong position of Prince Tuan also makes decapitation impossible in his case. Mr. Conger has cabled stating that he was strongly opposing the execution of the Chinese general and other Chinese government could not reach In acquiescing in the execution of the minor officials the United States yields to the wishes of Great Britain and Germany, with whom Russia and Japan had agreed. The United States was alone in the contest, and it was not without effort, in order to obtain concessions. In the future, to acquiesce in this matter. WANT CIVIL GOVERNMENT Washington, Jan. 20.—When the seventeen convened yesterday, the presiding officer, Mr. Frye, called attention to the following cadegram, which was read: "Munila, January 25.—To the president of the senate and the speaker of the house of representatives. Washington: There have been accessions to the federal party by thousands in all parts of the archipelago. The attitude of the hitherto irreconcilable press and the general public opinion show that the labors of the party to bring peace will soon be crowded with success. It will now political parties have attempted in action on plans more or less by restoring the American sovereignty. Our platform makes the main plank the sovereignty of the United States with liberty to each citizen to pursue peacefully his political ideas. The hour of peace has been sounded. On cur platform are grouped many Filippines of hitherto irreconcilible ideas, but some more obstinate decline to join, for though willing to accept the sovereignty of the United States, the prospect of an indefinite confidence of the military is government makes them distrust the purposes of the United States, and derives their subversion." The adjournment of the present congress without giving the president authority to create a purely civil government with the usual powers, and the postponement for at least a year of such government until the new Congress will certainly confirm this district. The directorary of the federal party believes that conferring such authority on the president would inspire confluence, hasten the acceptance of the sovereignty of the union, and the coming of service. The directory, therefore, prays both courses of co-gress to authorize President StateKinder to publish the civil government whenever it believes it is important. Frank H. Bourys, "Dr. Parbo de Tavero, "Florentino Torres, "Jose Nar Tomas del Rosario, "C. S. Arclaro. "Directory of Federal Party" Leaves Many Debts. Fort Bodge, Jan. 31.—David Robinson, proprietor of the Union hotel, has mysteriously disappeared, and in restigation shows that he leaves thousands of dollars of debts. King Edward to the President Washington, Jan. 26.—Following is the text of the reply which the president received from King Edward VII in order to his message of condolence on the death of Osborne, Jan. 24, 1901.—The President, White House, Washington. Am most grateful for your kind sympathy in the irreparable loss which the nation and I have sustained. I feel convinced that it will be shared by you and the American people.—Edward K." Many a "plebe" at West Point has felt at least once that he was full of grumes. MAY MEAN A BIG WAR. Chinese Officials Enlist Large Bodies of Kalnuts. Washington, Jan. 31.—An article in a prominent Chinese paper of recent date, a copy of which has just reached Washington, chronicles a condition which may become an important factor in the final disposition of the Chinese question. The article says: "A very important movement is going forward all over and more particularly among the Yang Tse Basin in the vicuosity to special orders of vicuosiers and governors. Bodies of 'volunteers' are being actively enrolled and drilled in the use of firearms, nominally for their own protection, but in reality form a large and formidable' reserve force. Every guild and trade, in addition to all the well-to-dge gentry, have these 'volunteer' bodies, who are paid and armed by the government. They are not a public institution like the regular troops, but are disposed about villages without any distinguishing feature, and in the event of further hostilities will spring up from all quarters precisely a lao "foer." MORE SALOONS SMASHED. Women at Anthony, Kas., Start a Crusade Against Luor Selling. Kansas City, Jan. 31.—A special to the Star from Anthony, Kan., says: Early yesterday morning before most citizens reached their places of business, twelve women of the Anthony W, C. Washington, KS, and four men and completely demolished four "joints" in Anthony. Husbands of the women went along, armed to protect their wives. Among the brigade were two or three school girls under age, who did some of the most effective smashing. A greater part of the havoe was finished before the police or mayor were awaived, going on. The most notable damage done to the property, aside from the liquor destroyed, is placed by the sallonkeepers at $2,000. This, however, is believed to be too conservative. ROSSCHIETER MURDERERS. Three Given Thirty Years at Hard Labor, Albr. Fourth Fifteen. Paterson, N. J., Jan. 30.—Walter C. McAllister, William A. Death and Andrew J. Campbell, who were found guilty of murder in the second degree for the killing of Jennie Bosscher on October 18, 1900, by the administration of chloral and subsequent rape, together with George J. Kerr, who pleaded nonvult contendere to a charge of rape, were brought into court of oyer and terminer here for sentence by judge Dixon. McAllister, Campbell and Death were each sentenced to hard labor and Kerr to fifteen years imprisonment at hard labor. The sentences of all the men are the full terms of imprisonment which the law provides. DE WET ENTERS CAPE COLONY. Said to Have Invasd It With a Fairly Strong Force. London, Jan. 31.—It is reported unofficially, says the Cape Town correspondent of the Daily Mail that General De Wet has entered Cape Colony to attend a conference of patience felt in England at the slow process of the operations is not warranted, as preparations are being made for a general movement shortly. King Edward has sent the following dispatch to Lord Kitchener: the gallant army was after yourself and the gallant army under your command." Indian Territory Fairly Outer. Washington, Jan. 30.—The war department has received the following from Brig. Gen. Fitzhugh Lee, commanding the department of the Missouri, in regard to the Indian troubles: Omaha, Jan. 29.—Adjutant General, War Department, Washington: Lieutenant Dixon, commanding Troop A, Eight cavalry, Hemrietta, L. T., reports no violence by the Indians and no excitement by the Browns and Bikers, people are not leaving their homes; go anywhere without fear, Chitto Harjo (Crazy Snake) was arrested yesterday without difficulty by Deputy Johnson and is now held at Hemrietta. Dixon instructed to give necessary protection to prevent destruction of railways or bridges. So far no act of violence verified. LEE. Brigadier General LEE, Brigadier General Boers Attempt to Destroy Wings Johannesburg, Feb. 1.—Four or five hundred Boers recently evaded the British patrols, reached Benoni and attempted to destroy the mines. Some fighting resulted and the Boers were beaten off, carrying away most of their wounded, but leaving two wounded behind them. The British captured three prisoners. One Briton was wounded. London, Feb. 1.—"General De Wet's forces consist of 1,500 men and two grenadiers. Capeown co-sponsent of the Daily Mail. "It is unofficially confirmed that he has entered Cape Colony, but definite news is imputation awaited." Weasels Shot by Dewet. Cape Town, Feb. 1.—The Boer attack on the Boksburg mines resulted in damages amounting to 300,000 pounds. The commissioners at Kroonstad report that Andeles Wessels, one of the convoy envoys, was shot at Rilfpilton in January 28, by order of General De Wet. MacArthur to be Believed Washington, Jan. 31.—Major General MacArthur will be relieved from duty as the commanding general of the division of the Philippines in April next and will be succeeded by Brigadier General James F. Wade. Seeley Back in Cuba. Havana, Jan. 31.-C. F. W. Neeley, the former chief of the Cuban post-office department, charged with embellishing $36,000 of the department funds, has arrived here. Langer Viondi, Neely's counsel, indicted long talk with the prisoner. The latter, who is in good spirits, received many visitors and talked confidently of his acquittal. Young Hay Quits. Cape Town, Jan. 20. -Melbert S. Bay, the United States consul at Prestoria, will sail from here January 30. He may not return to South Africa. Washington, Jan. 28.—Senate The senate turned from the grind of appropriations today to listen to a speech, which partook of the character of an oration, from Senator Towne of Minnesota. He spoke in advocacy of his resolution for a cessation of the war in the United States. The floor was crowded with senators and members of the house of representatives. The galleries, public and private, were crowded to overflowing. Mr. Towne's style of delivery was clear and forceful. Although restricted by manuscript, he had the subject of his speech in the United States periods with a fervor that sent them echoing through the chamber. The speech abounded in apostrophes to liberty and patriotism, and seathing and scornful arraignment of the policy by which the Filipinos were being annihilated. At one time an outburst of applause from the gallows, the presiding officer against demonstrations of approval or dissent. As the orator closed his brilliant peroration there was another outburst of applause, despite the warnings of the chair. Immediately following Mr. Towne's speech, the credentialists succeeded in presenting and, after being sworn in, the new senator took his seat and Mr. Towne retired. House—The major portion of the day in the house was occupied in the transaction of District of Columbia business. The bill to revise and codify the postal laws was passed. Washington, Jan. 29.—Senate—Senator Frey gave notice to the senate and asked to keep the shipping bill to the front, even as against appropriation bills, not yielding to them without a vote of the senate. It indicated a disposition on the part of the senate leaders to force to an early issue the question whether the shipping bill is going to be sent to the senate. The senate of Washington spoke today in severe arraignment of the bill, declaring it to be a "lawless, piratical raid upon the public treasury." In the interest of a few private beneficiaries and committing the government to expenses aggregating $70,000,000.00, the senate amended provisions and amendments were informally agreed to. The Indian appropriation bill was passed early in the day. House—The house spent the day upon the agricultural appropriation bill. It was used as a vehicle for the introduction of several general speeches. Thayer of Massachusetts discussed the ship subsidy bill, White of North Carolina, the colored member who goes out of congress March 4, delivered his valedictory upon the general subject of the aspirations of his race, and Gaines of Tennessee discussed the limitations of the constitution in connection with our insular connections. Corliss of Michigan made a vicious indictment of the agricultural department, but his attack raised a host of defenders and his amendment to reduce the appropriation for the bureau was overwhelmingly defeated. Washington, Jan. 30—Senate—The shipping bill was kept at the front in the senate throughout today. No appreciable progress was made, most of the time being occupied by Mr. Turley of Tennessee, and Mr. Jones of Arkansas, in speeches opposing the bill and severely arraigning its alleged favoritism. Mr. Jones declared it should be entitled "A bill to permit the United States owners to both be United States treasury owners." House—The anti-polygamy crusade, which resulted in driving Roberts, Utah's representative from his seat at the last session, had an echo in the house today during the consideration of the agricultural appropriation bill. When the section making the appropriation for agricultural colleges of states was reached, Landis of Indiana offered an amendment that no money should be paid to the colleges in the state. The agricultural appropriation was satisfied that no truce or teacher in the institution practiced polygamy. The amendment was adopted. Washington, Jan. 31—Senate—After an eventful legislative experience, beginning with the present session of congress and covering about two months, the bill for the reorganization of the United States army today passed its last stage in congress and now goes into action. The final step was taken in the senate whereby a vote of 32 to 25 the conference report on the bill was agreed to. The house of representatives already had agreed to the report. The conference report was kept before the senate constantly today, even the shipping bill giving way. Opposition to the bill continued until the senate made an extended speech in criticism of the war department and of the measure in general. An opposition developed on the republican side to the report, based on the alleged freedom which the conferences had taken in introducing new provisions. On the final vote several republican senators voted with the democraties against the report. The senate was discussed during the latter part of the day, and some progress was made on amendments. Farmers' Telephone Company. Koota, Jan. 31.—One hundred farmers near here have organized a telephone company and will build a system in the spring covering their entire territory. Free education, as some people understand it, is any kind for which somebody else has to pay. Soap is one of the few things that should be handled without gloves. Two Islands Ceded by Spain. Madrid, Jan. 31.—The session of Sibutu and Cagayan de Joilo islands to the United States has been gazetted. Washington, Jan. 31.—The president has sent a message to congress recommending the appropriation of $190 million in the payment of the claim of Spain for Sibutu and Cagayan islands in the Philippine archipelago, in accordance with the terms of the treaty recently ratified by the senate. Haron Rottenstein Dead. Frankfurt, Jan. 31.—Haron Willem von Rothschild, head of the banking firm of that name, died yesterday. BRITAIN'S NEW KING. Biographical Sketch of Edward VII. KING EDWARD VII. FROM WHAT IS SAID TO BE HIS BEST PHOTOGRAPH. BUCKINGHAM PALACE, ONE OF THE OFFICIAL RESIDENCES OF EDWARD VII. The death of Queen Victoria and the ascension to the throne of Great Britain and Ireland of the Prince of Wales orings another striking personality into the ranks of the world's govreigns. A glance at his life's biography will therefore be of interest, especially since he has taken the title KING ED FROM WHAT IS SAID TO B of Edward VII, King of Great Britain and Ireland and Emperor of India. It is as follows: Albert Edward, K. G., K. P., G. C. B., G. C. S. I., G. C. M. G., P. G., eldest son of Victoria and the Prince Consort, born at Buckingham Palace. Nov. 9, 1841, received his early education under the Rev. Henry M. Birch, rector of Prestwich; Mr. Gibbs, barrister at law; the Rev. C. F. Tarver and Mr. H. W. Fisher, and having studied for a session at Edinburgh, entered Christ Church, Oxford, where he attended the public lectures for a year and afterwards resided for three or four terms at Cambridge for the same purpose. His Visit to America. His royal highness spent most of the summer of 1860 in a visit to the United States and Canada, where he was most enthusiastically received, was in 1858 gazetted to a colonelcy in the army, and joined the camp at the Curragh in June, 1861. Accompanied by Dean Stanley, the prince traveled in the East and visited Jerusalem in 1862. His royal highness is a K. G., a field marshal and a colonel in chief of the Household Cavalry Brigade, colonel of the Tenth Hussars, and has the titles of the Duke of Cornwall (by which he took his seat in the House of Lords in February, 1863, in the peerage of England); Duke of Rothesay, Baron of Renfrew and Lord of the Isles in Scotland, and Earl of Dublin and Carrick in Ireland, and enjoys the patronage of twenty-one living, chiefly as owner of the Duchy of Cornwall. His Marriage to Alexandra. His royal highness married March 10, 1863, the Princess Alexandra of Denmark, by whom he has issue. The Prince of Wales became president of St. Bartholomew's Hospital in April, 1867. Towards the close of the year 1871 his royal highness was attacked with typhoid fever, and for some weeks his life was despaired of, but he slowly recovered and was able to take part in the Thanksgiving service in St. Paul's Cathedral, Feb. 27, 1872. He was elected Grand Master of the Free Masons in England in succession to the Marquis of Ripon in 1874, and on April 8, 1875, was admitted to the office at a lodge held in the Albert Hall, South Kensington. On May 5, 1875, he was installed at the Free Mason's hall as First Principal of the Royal Arch Free Masons. Visited India in 1875-7 In 1875-76 his royal highness visited India. The great interest he took in the Paris exhibition of 1878 contributed in no slight degree to render it a success. He attended the court festivl- A FROM A PHOTOGRAPH OF THE ROYAL PAIR RECENTLY TAKEN IN LONDON. ties held at Berlin in March, 1883, to celebrate the silver wedding of the Crown Prince with the Princess Royal of England. On this occasion he was nominated by the Emperor as a field marshal in the German army. Visit to Ireland in 1885. In 1883 the Prince, in company with WARD VII. E HIS BEST PHOTOGRAPH. the Princess, made a tour through Ireland. In 1889, with the Princess and their sons, he visited the Paris exhibition, and in October of the same year he was present at the wedding of the Duke of Sparta at Athens. In May, 1891, he was made a grandfather by the birth of the Duchess of Fife's daughter. He was appointed a member of the Poor Law Commission in 1893, and attended its sittings with great aidfulness. Owner of Famous Yacht. Owner of Famous Yacht. In the summer of this year and in 1894 the Prince raced his yacht, the Britannica, in most of the chief regattas round the coast, and secured KING EDWARD VII. FROM A PHOTOGRAPH OF THE many victories. He was present in April, 1894, at the wedding of Princess Victoria Melita of Coburg, and with the Princess of Wales attended the marriage of the late czar's daughter at St. Petersburg. In July, 1894, as in the Jubilee year, the Prince and Princess were present at the Welsh Eisteddfod, on which occasion the Princess was admitted a Bard. Interest in Exhibitions. His royal highness has taken a great personal interest in all the exhibitions recently held at South Kensington, and was executive president of the Colonial and Indian exhibition opened by the queen in May, 1896. He also originated the Royal College of Music, and was the chief mover in the Jubilee scheme of an Imperial Institute, which, after LA RUE DE L'ALLEMAGNE some opposition, he at last succeeded in establishing in 1898. In 1888 the Prince and Princess celebrated their silver wedding. Visiting the Russian Court. During the autumn of 1894 the Prince and Princess and the Duke of York hastened to join the Russian imperial family at the time of the death of the late Czar, and the Prince, by the courteous attention to Russian etiquette and constant attendance at the prolonged funeral ceremonies, won the affections of the Russians to a marked degree. His Visit to the United States. His Visit to the United States. The people of this country were too thoroughly engrossed in a presidential campaign to pay much attention to the Prince of Wales when he came here in 1860. He was sent over by Lord Palmerston, the British premier, on a secret mission, the real purpose of which had never been divulged. No official recognition was taken of his presence but many receptions were given in his honor by society in Detroit, Chicago, St. Louis, Cincinnati, Boston and Richmond and at Washington where he was introduced by Lord Lyons to President Buchanan and Miss Harriet Lane, and was elegantly, but privately entertained at the white house. Washington was a village "of magnificent distances" then, and the president showed the royal party over the public buildings without being incommoded by the crowds that had half frightened, half flattered them since their arrival in America. His visit in this country lasted from September 17 to October 20. Danced with Daughters of the Fishermen. While attending a reception in his honor at St. Johns, Newfoundland, in 1860, the Prince of Wales, now King Edward VII. of England, soon left the official circle and danced with the wives and daughters of the fishermen. The Lanciers was a new dance then, and the prince not only explained the figures to his partner but called out to the other dancers: "Now, you follow me," "Now, forward, march." Of course, he won all hearts. The next day he was taken through the factories in which cod liver oil is made. There is a custom that a visitor to the factories must have his boots greased by the employees and "pay his footing" in drink money, and the prince cheerfully submitted to these exactions, and laughed heartily when the dignified duke of Newcastle, the polished General Bruce and the gallant Major Teesdale were compelled to go through the same formalities. An Ancient Tobacco Box. There has been much discussion in England lately among the parochial fathers of Rotherhithe as to the disposal of an ancient tobacco-box, which was discovered a few years ago in an iron safe, and had been given a place IL. AND QUEEN CONSORT. THE ROYAL PAIR RECENTLY TAKEN IN LONDON. in press with the sings in Sirin-sirin-sirin-in of honour in the Vestry Hall. It has now been decided to transfer the tobacco-box to the public library, where it will be under the care of the librarian. This interesting Rotherhithe relic is octagonal in shape, and stands about twelve inches high. It is a box within a box, the outer shell being intended to hold tobacco, whilst in the interior were placed the balloting balls used at the election of "The Amicable Society of Churchwardens and Overseers" a century ago. The box is beautifully engraved, and contains a panel with a silver medallion portrait of George III., and is inscribed in commemorati n of the Grand National Jubilee, celebrated on October 23, 1809. There is a pano, recording Nelson's triumph at Trafalgar, and another in commemora ion of the victory obtained over the French army at Waterloo. Coolness Under Fire. If no man is a hero to his valet it cannot be said that Sir Redvers Buller was not a hero to his orderly. Corporal George Ashley rode behind his chief from the time he arrived at "the front" and returned with him to England. Corporal Ashley, who belonged to the military mounted police of Natal, entertains unbounded admiration for Sir Redvers. He cites as an instance of the general's coolness under fire that, when a shell passed only a few feet away, he turned to his orderly and, with a grim smile, quietly sald: "Did you get that?" It is a great thing in a commander's favor when one and all who have followed him feel so strong an attachment for him. --- In the Fowler's Snare BY M. B. MANWELL CHAPTER II.—(Continued.) In America people need not restrict their honeymooning to a distance of 20, 30, or 100 miles. Over there a bridal, journey may mean 4,000 or 5,000 miles, and entail some days and nights aboard a train. Gervis Templeton and his newly made wife were quite content with the prospect of the long journey as they sat in the palace car, hand-in-hand, gazing out upon the strange, unchanging landscape. To the new wife, life was warm and sweet; while for Gervis, who had taken up his cross manfully before he crossed Gladdy's vision, there was the underlying sense of having given up his all for others, which in itself is a certain reward. "It seems like years since we left old Frisco, doesn't it, Gervis?" the bride broke the silence to say blithely. "It's a bit queer to leave the old life behind like this," she went on, half dreamily. "I never realized that I was married, I think, until we stepped into this car at Vancouver. And now here we are, you and I, flying along through plains and canons, through snow and ice, on our way to old age together. If one were superstitious the look-out is ominous." Gladdy waved her white hand at the landscape whirling past, rocks and hillsides, gray rivers and shimmering, still lakes, and in the distance the great, frowning Rockies. "Look on this picture, not on that." Gervis with his hand gently turned the small, round face, and Gladdy's eyes fell on the cheerful, warm luxuries of the car. He was careful not to omit the lover-like attentions a bride would naturally look for, and it was only those who knew him better than Gladdy did, who would miss the spontaneous element that was absent. "Never mind the wintry outlook," went on the young husband. "I don't believe you've as much as glanced at our fellow-travelers yet. They seem rather a decent lot." "Do they?" Gladdy turned her brown head to give a comprehensive look round the palace car. "They're not bad," she added indifferently. Then she broke off, and there was a dead silence. The round, blue eyes of the bride had encountered another pair, black and inscrutable, that were fixed with a strange, tense gaze on her. Something—she knew not what—instantly arrested her attention, and a faint shiver ran over her whole being. The owner of the magnetic eyes was a man of persaps 40, perhaps older. His crisply curling hair matched his intensely black eyes, and the olive tint of his bare, shaven face went admirably with the darkness of eyes and hair. That he was of a studious disposition was vouchered by the stoop of his narrow shoulders. He was carefully, even punctilliously, dressed, and as he leaned back in a large, red-plush easy chair there was a certain distinction about his appearance. He seemed to know none of his fellow-travelers, and while they chatted and laughed, he sat, with loosely clasped fingers, silent and watchful. The strange thing was that nobody seemed to be aware of his presence in the car. People talked across him, colored waiters passed and repassed him, but nobody disturbed the thinking man. The train jolted on its way to the great mountains, the "everlasting hills." It sped in and out of the snow-sheds, which man's ingenuity has constructed to protect the railway line from snowslides, in which thousands of tons of snow, suddenly loosened, came down with irresistible force to devastate the low-living country. The startling whiteness of the outside world was growing blurred. The day was waning, the dusk gathering slowly, and a few feathery flakes began to show up against the deepening gray behind them. "We are going to have a tremendous snowfall tonight, judging from the smallness and dryness of the flakes," observed Gervis presently; but he got no answer. The young man pulled out some home letters to read. In a few moments he was back again in the old home. Loyal and true he was to the young wife at his side. Gervis could not keep his memory from straying to the fair, summer glades of Temple'Dene, through which wandered a youth and a malden whose hearts were united though their lips failed to speak of love. Now a brief moment he wondered how Leila had taken the rews of his marriage, which by this time must have reached Temple-Dene. Now, with his face turned to begin an everyday, practical existence, bereft forever of the old love Gervis suddenly felt faint qualms. Had he—had they—sought to achieve more than human strength was capable of? Leila he reverenced too deeply to doubt. Her pure, saintly woman's nature would be a certain shield. And that sweet purity of hers would act, likewise, as his own safeguard. Little wonder that the gravity in the bridegroom's eye deepened as he sat idly turning over the loose sheets of Lady Jane's pointed writing. No absorbed was he that he did not observe a sudden hush that crept over the gaily-chatting occupants of the air. Then men sprang to their feet hurriedly, there were faint screams from the women; a colored waiter ran in, the whites of his eyes turned up in wild fear, and, with a frightened shout, fled out of the car along the corridor. By this time Gervis was fully aroused to the surrounding commotion. Gladdy sat perfectly motionless. Her eyes were fixed on the now empty chair in which had been scathed the owner of the black, inscrutable eyes. She did turn even when the excitement in the car ended in a stampede accompanied by frenzied shrieks. "Fire! Fire!" The train, with its engine and carriages—so huge and so handsome to eyes unaccustomed to American travel—must be on fire! CHAPTER III "Gladdy! my dear Gladdy, rouse up. What is it? Are you asleep? The fright has paralyzed her!" Gervis Templeton stooped and gathered up his wife's form in his arms. Like most American girls, she was small and slight, an easy weight for any man's arms; but somehow Gladdy was an almost impossible burden. She was still and motionless, and it was like carrying a lay-figure. "Place your arms around my neck, dear, and I can carry you the faster!" he hurriedly said. But there was no responsive obedience. His bride's arms hung loosely down. It was not that she had fainted, Gervis knew, for her eyes were wide open and staring, and there was no time to puzzle over her strange inertness. Nearly every one was out of the magnificently furnished car. The train, which had been slowing, was now at a standstill. It was quite dark when Gervis stood on the steps with his burden; but, to his wonder, he now saw what he had been unaware of before. The train was in one of the snow-sheds—in fact, in one of the longest of these structures, and one a mile in length. Under its roof, which was shaped as a continuation of the slope of the mountain-side, the train was drawn up. And Gervis gasped, for he now discovered the cause of the frenzied excitement. The train itself was not on fire; it was the snow shed. "Why, what can it mean? How on earth could a snow shed take fire in this wintry weather?" he exclaimed. "Easily enough," said a quiet voice at his ear, and a pair of black eyes met those of Gervis. "A snow shed can catch fire as the forests do, from the engine's sparks. This must have been burning some time. I should say. As a rule, men on trolleys patrol the sheds after every train to inspect it; but this has broken out after they have passed." The speaker pointed a long, thin finger to the wall of flame ahead of the engine, which loomed black and weird against the bright glare. Even in the alarming situation Gervis could not but be struck at the calm tone of the stranger's voice, and his serene demonor. Below the two men, as they stood on the steps of the car, the terrified stricken passengers were rushing to and fro in wild alarm. There seemed to be nobody to appeal to. The driver and stoker gazed helplessly from their engine into the barrier of fire. The guard had quietly leaped out and sped back in search of the hose always found in every snow shed in case of fire. The fames were roaring and shooting up through the roof into the black night. Each moment the danger was becoming more and more imminent. "If this goes on we shall be roasted alive!" Gervis shouted, as he essayed to step down. "Stop! Let me lift her out of your arms." The stranger who had addressed Gervis was already on the ground, his arms stretched out to receive the burden Gervis held. Gathering the slight form to him he held the motionless girl on the ground, and as Gervis sprang down the steps the stranger's hand made a few quick passes before the fixed, white face of the prostrate Gladdy. "Thank you kindly," said Gervis hastily. "It is good of you. She is my wife, and somehow the shook seems to have frozen her. She is unable to speak even. I fear it has affected her deeply." "Oh, Gervis, take me away somewhere!" A long, sobbing cry came from her lips. Gladdy had come back—she was herself again, and Gervis almost wished the frozen stupor had continued. "My poor little girl!" He bent down over her, kneeling on the ground to draw her little head to his shoulder. At any cost he must hide the hideous wall of flame from her frightened eyes. As he strove to comfort her he did not see the saver on the dark, olive-skinned face that looked down upon the youthful husband and wife. "I must save her!" Gervis looked up presently to say, in a hoarse whisper, and encountered the pelless gaze of his new friend. "You must help me!" Gervis struggled to his feet. "I tell you my wife must be saved! It was I who brought her into this night, and I am ready to give my life for her! Help me. Suppose I rush the whole thing? Do you think I could get her through the flames to the other side of them, and to the open beyond?" This is a sample text from a document. The content is not clearly visible due to the image's quality. It appears to be a placeholder or a blank page. "Are you mad?" was the levy joinder. "Better reverse the engines and back the train to the end we came in at. But see, here comes the guard back again. Well?" "It's anything but 'well,' I guess, growled the guard, glancing uneasily at the women folk. Lowering his voice, he went on to the male passengers: "The plain truth is, we're in a death trap. God help us all!" Then he hesitated. "Man, speak out. What Is it?" "Ive bin way back a goodish bit, and found a worse thing behind us almost than this!" He pointed to the wall of flame. "Gentlemen, there's bin a terr'ble snow slide happened on our heels. It has smashed through into the shed and blocked the line from floor to roof. Never saw such a big snow slide in the Rockies, not even in the springtime o' year. "Twas the warmish spell we had lately has loosened the snow on the mountain-side, and now it's come down all in a heap—tons of it! Besides frozen cargoes of snow, there's hull trees torn up by the roots and boulders all blocking up the shed. We're choked in behind, and you can see for yourself what's afore us. We're bound to die like rats in a hole!" As the last words were added, breaking in an irrepressible cry from the man's white lips, the huddled groups of terrified passengers shrieked and shouted in unison; for, gazing up, their starting eyes discovered that the fire was spreading in the roof toward them. "We must be very near the outlet of this snow shed!" quickly ejaculated the stranger who had assisted Gervis. "Why?" hoarsely screamed the passengers. Somehow they turned instinctively to this man, as human beings will to any true leader. "In that case, it would be worth while to rush it," said Gervis. He had raised Gladley from the ground, and stood holding her close to him, carefully hiding her eyes with his left hand. "Well, then, let us rush it together in the train, and God in His mercy help us through!" came the suggestion from a passenger. "And suppose we are burnt up like chips!" gloomily said another. And, truly, the long, fierce tongues of fire were gaining along the roof. Strong men shuddered, while all the women were now covering their eyes, and some were praying wildly. Here and there a child, with frightened sobs, hid its little face in its mother's skirts. It was, in truth, a terrible death trap. The helpless human beings, herding together, were paralyzed. Those of them for whom their Father in heaven was an ever-present reality cried out from their hearts for His merciful help; others were mute. "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble; therefore we shall not fear—" "The clear voice of a woman that began bravely ended abruptly in a smothered sob. The flesh was weaker than the spirit, and a pair of dark eyes criticised, with a sneer in their black depths, the speaker as she cowored down on her knees. "It would be as well not waste the minutes in talk," said the owner of the eyes. "It's time for action now if we are to save our lives." With a swift glance at Gladdy's shrinking figure lying in her husband's arms, he strode forward to the front. Gathered round the engine was a group of excited passengers, arguing, ordering and pleading with the bewildered stokers, who stubbornly refused to risk all and rush the fire. (To be continued.) Balmoral Castle Not Large As palaces go, Balmoral castle is by no means large. When it was originally built it was intended to be purely a private palace for Queen Victoria and her family to retire to for complete rest and recreation. There were to be no visitors, no lords-in-waiting, and, moreover, the queen's children were children. Now, when her majesty's family had grown to a swarm, and it is a common thing for her to have nearly a dozen of them staying with her at once, besides some other visitors. Balmoral court provides insufficient accommodations for the court. It is true that the latter is out down to the smallest limits. There are still no lords-in-waiting. The minister in attendance has to leave his secretary behind. Still there is not room for all the guests, so they are scattered up and down in various annexes. Birkall, to the southeast, of the castle, is allotted to one family; Abergeldie castle and Abergeldie mains, both to the north of Balmoral, are given to others. The rest are stowed away in the castle itself and when the accommodation becomes cramped, some of them have a way of drifting off to stay with the duke and duchess of Fife at Mar lodge, which is not far off. Wales as a Soldier: The Grenadier guards is the only regiment in which the Prince of Wales really served as a soldier. It was in the first battalion of the most distinguished regiment that he served as a subaltern and learned his drill. He was stationed with them at the Curragh camp, Kildare, in the year 1853. Lightning Rods in Brooklyn. There does not seem to be any way of clearly accounting for the fact that lightning rods have suddenly become fashionable in Brooklyn. There is quite a boom in suburban building there and nearly all new residences are being crowned with metal spikes. Men have lost more by crowding than they have by waiting their turn. --- In the statement made elsewhere will be found a resume of the schools and the excellent work thus is being done therein. It may be well to give here a brief sketch of the supervisors, principals and teachers who have contributed so much to the success of the schools. Miss Lucy B. Chapman, one of the supervisors of drawing, has made an excellent record, her long experience having especially fitted her for the work. Miss Emma Lane, supervisor of drawing, was educated at the Perry (la) high school, Drake and Cornell. She has added immeasurably to her natural inclination for drawing by studies and training with the best instructors and spent five years at Chicago art schools. She has been engaged in school work in Des Moines for eight years and has been highly successful. Miss Hattie A. Phillips, for seven years supervisor of the Kindergartens, was educated in New York and Chicago and taught for eight years in the Chicago Kindergartens. She has made a speciality of Kindergarten work always, and under her supervision the Kindergartens, of Des Moines has reached a rank equal to any. Mrs. Reynolds, supervisor of music, has been teaching in the local schools for 14 years. She has a national reputation for school music and has been highly successful. Mrs. Margaret Weber, also supervisor of music, has long recognized the fact that music is the greatest of all sciences, in that it trains the voice, ear, lungs and throats and brings into play all the faculties of the mind. She has studied music since 16, having had the best instructors. She is well known in the musical world, and as supervisor has been eminently successful. A. Brett, principal of the North High School, was educated at Oberlin College, receiving an M. A. degree later. He taught in various schools in Kansas, Illinois and Iowa, and has made a fine record as an educator. The Lincoln school, Miss Julis C. Kelly principal with 14 assistants ranks third in enrollment with nearly 600 pupils. Miss Kelly was educated at the Shenandoah schools and the University of Chicago. She has had nearly 15 years experience in educational work and for the past three has been principal of the Lincoln school. Irving school is one of the oldest and is second in enrollment, with 500. Miss Amelia Morton, principal, was educated in the Toledo, O., public schools, where she taught afterward. After coming to Des Moines she taught in the grades until 15 years ago when she was appointed principal of Irving. Crocker is the largest school, with an enrollment of over 600 and 16 teachers. Miss Lydia A. Berger, principal, was educated at the Iowa State University. She taught in the grades and was for 11 years principal of Franklin school and for the past three of Crocker. Washington school in South Des Moines has an enrollment of 430. Mrs. Blanche Mosier-Snook, principal, is a graduate of the West Des Moines High School. She taught in the country schools and in the graded city schools for several years. Three years ago she was appointed principal of Washington. She has 12 assistants. Hawthorne school has an enrollment of 310. Miss McHenry, principal, was educated at the local public and high schools, and taught for several years, when she was appointed principal of Irving 14 years ago. Miss Ella J. Cummins, acting principal, was educated in the public schools and Callanan College. She has been teaching since 1883. See was assigned to Hawthorne in 1891 and has ever since ranked next to Miss McHenry. Franklin school has an enrollment of 360. Miss Ella M. Malone, principal, has had an experience of twenty years as teacher. She was principal of Curtis school for ten years and for the past three of Franklin. Miss Burt, principal of the Howe school in South Des Moines, is a graduate of the West Des Moines high school and had taught for several years in the grades until 1897, when she was appointed to her present position. Enrollment, 175; largest on record. Grant school's enrollment is 380. Miss Fannie Suplee, principal, is a graduate of West Des Moines high school. She taught in the grades for several years and six years ago was appointed principal of Grant. She has twelve assistants. When the Bird school building was completed, eleven years ago, Miss Minnie D. Nash, who for seven years had been a teacher at Irving, was appointed principal. Miss Nash was educated in New York. Bird can boast of being the finest decorated school building in the city, as well as of being equal to any in good educational results. Although not as large as several other schools, Oakland enjoys a reputation second to none. Miss Elizabeth Platt is principal, assisted by six competent teachers. Miss Platt has made an excellent record since here, and she commands the esteem of patrons and pupils. The enrollment of Summit is over 300. Mrs. Emma J. Macy has eleven assistants. Mrs. Macy enjoys the distinction of never having been out of school for two whole years since she began her education as a child. She has been principal of Summit for ten years and has made it a model school, being assisted by a loyal corps of teachers. Enrollment of Cooper, 175. Miss Elizabeth Robb, principal. After graduating at Osakaloa High school, she taught there and in Crooker here for eight years, when appointed principal. She has seven assistants. Miss Robb enjoys an excellent reputation as an educator, and her methods have received cordial endorsement. Forest Home has enrolled 256 pupils and sent 100 out of the district for lack of room. Miss Carolyn M. Harris, principal. After an education at Osakaloa, classical, spent sometime in teaching and in normal work, when she was appointed assistant principal of Grant. She went to Forest Home last September and has made it a model school, assisted by her capable corps of teachers. The building is nicely furnished and cozy. Miss Harris is a well known public reader, so polar that she finds it impossible for her to fill all requests for her services. Elmwood school is one of the best. Mr. J. W. Hayman, principal, is a Pennsylvanian, born in 1857. He was educated in the seminaries and normals of Pennsylvania, and at the Iowa State University. He began teaching in 1876, and for many years conducted a private academy. He was appointed superintendent of the Oakdale district five years ago, and when the consolidation occurred became principal of Elmwood. He is an educator of acknowledged ability. Miss Bertha D. Smith is principal of Garfield school; with six assistants and an enrollment of 250. Miss Smith was educated at the West Des Mofnes graded and high schools, and took the teachers' course at Valparaiso, Ind. She taught one year in Adams county, five in Irving, and five in Hawthorne schools, and has been principal of Garfield for five years. Miss Smith is an educator of exceptional ability. Lake Park school, with an enrollment of 175, is presided over by Miss Este Huff, assisted by Misses Helen Riddle, Bessie Coomer, Harriett Fink, Josephine Putnam and Rose Youngmur. Miss Huff was educated in Indiana, where she taught school for several years, and afterwards in the grades here. She was appointed principal seven years ago, and under her care the school, though small, is equal in merit to any. Miss Margaret J. Black, formerly assistant principal of Elmwood High school, is principal of Kirkwood, with three assistants. She was educated at Des Moines college, and taught for many years in the country and Des Moines schools. She has been principal four years, and has accomplished the most commendable results as an educator. Greenwood school has an enrollment of 120. Miss Cora Chase is principal, Misses Edith Witmer and Eliza Scribbs, assistants. Miss Chase graduated from the Hillsboro, ill., academy, and taught an number of years in the public schools of Illinois, the high schools of Florida, and the grades here. Two years ago she was appointed principal. She has made an excellent record. Miss Lulu Witmer, principal of Pleasant Hill school, was educated at the public schools and high school of Des Moines, and at Drake University. This is her third year in educational work, and she has been very successful. From assistant principal one year ago to principal and then superintendent is the remarkable record of Prof. E. T. Eaton, of Oak Park school, and equally remarkable, he was unanimously elected each time. Mr. Eaton graduated at Iowa State University in 1899, and has made a decided success as an educator. There are ten teachers at the Oak Park school, and 298 pupils, the enrollment being 25 per cent more than last year. EAST DES MOINES SUPERVISORS Excellent results have been attained by the pupils in drawing under supervision of Miss Minnie L. Hobbs, who was educated in Salem, Muss. She studied art at Boston, and took the four years and post graduate course at the normal art school, also special lessons from Ross Turner and Arthur Dow and studied composition at the Pratt Institute, New York. Miss Hobbs is a talented artist and during her four years' supervision has accomplished excellent results. Miss Harriett M. Garton, supervisor of music, is a Des Moines young lady, a graduate of the East Side High school, and took a course at Des Moines college. In music she studied under Mr. Bartlett, and graduated from the Des Moines Musical College, afterward studying in Chicago. She has been supervisor for five years, and has been remarkably successful. Miss Garton is an accomplished musician. She is also one of the faculty of Des Moines Musical College, and a member of the choir of the First Baptist church. BOARD OF EDUCATION. Elmer E. Farr, the well known merchant of South Des Moines, has been strongly urged by the people to be a candidate for member of the Board and has consented. Mr. Farr was born here 41 years ago. He was educated at the public schools and at Iowa Business College. He has been in business in the same stand for 20 years. He was postmaster for five years when Savasatopol was separate from Des Moines, and is now in charge of the P. O. station there. He has been a very successful business man, and will make a most valuable member of the school board. Richmond, Va., has a shirt factory that employs 200 colored girls and an iron works that employs 300 colored men. The Iowa STATE BESTANDER will be on sale at A. F. Tervalon's cigar store, 829 State street, Chicago. JOHN H. HARRIS PROF. S. H. SHEAKLEY, Superintendent of West Side Schools. PETER H. PROF. WM. RIDDELL, Principal of West Side High School. M. B. H. WHITE, Principal of East Side Hi PROF. E. H. 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In 1889 he was appointed superintendent of the Waverly schools, holding that position for eight years and resigning to become superintendent of the Waterloo schools. He is recognized as one of the foremost educators of the state PRACTICAL ADVICE. A stitch in time saves nine. Never let a child sob itself to sleep. An egg heaten up in milk is a good pick-me-up. Sponge black silk with spills to revive it. Soot covered with salt is easily brushed up. If broken wash the bruise and apply vaseline. Apply arnica to a bruise if the skin is unbroken. A hot bath taken at night affords refreshing sleep. Lemons stowed separately in dry sand keep fresh. Dry hair turns gray sooner than moist tresses do. If your clothes catch fire instantly roll on the floor. Crawl out of a room where there are smoke and fire. When you want to cut whalebone warm it by the fire. Sufferers from dyspepsia should no drink while eating. Cut glass needs scrubbing with warm water and soap. Bruised cloves kept among fur frighten moths away. When the dirt is removed rinse it well with cold water. The busy housewife should get an hour's sleep in the afternoon. If possible, hold a wet towel to your face while escaping.—Boston Journal. Subscribe for the Bratlander The birthplace of Col. D. H. McMilian, the new lieutenant governor of Manitoba, was in the county of Ontario, near the town of Whitby, in the Province of Ontario. The years of his boyhood and early manhood, however, were spent in the town of Collingwood. He received his education in the public schools and the collegiate institute of that town and in the city of Toronto. His early ambitions were largely towards military life; and it was his cherished desire to enter the British army. He took a course of training in the military schools of Toronto, where he was eminently successful, obtaining first class certificates in both the infantry and the cavalry schools. He was identified with military organizations in Ontario for a number of years, and served there for the Fenian raids at Niagara in 1864, and at Port Colborne in March and Fort Erie in June. 1866. In 1870 he was selected for the position of captain in the first Red River expedition under Colonel Wollseley. The young captain remained in Winnipeg with the force for a year, and returned to Ontario in the summer of 1871. Coming to Manitoba again in 1874, Mr. McMillan engaged in Winnipeg in the mill and grain business, with which he remained connected from 1875 until three or four years ago. He built, in 1870, the first flour mill ever erected in the province; and, in the following year, exported to Napelsia the first shipment, as a commercial transaction, of Manitoba's wheat. He did not, meanwhile, lose his interest in military matters, but was ready for active service whenever troops were required. He was major of the Nineteenth Battalion until just before the Northwest rebellion in 1885, when he resigned, intending to give up military affairs; but when the trouble broke out, the old martial spirit was revived, and he organized, along with Col. Scott, the Ninety-fifth Battalion, and went with that force to the Northwest. He was then senior major, but was afterwards in command of the battalion.—Montreal Herald and Star. --- CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENT The Corinthian Baptist Church -statured on 11th St., between Crocker and School St. Preaching; at 11 A.M.; Sunday School; at 12 O'clock Preaching; at 7 P.M. Rev. S. Bates, Pastor. St. Paul A. M. E.-Corner of Second and Center Street, Preaching at 10:30 a. m.; Sunday School at 3 o'clock; Epworth League at 7 p. m.; preaching at 8 p. m. J. J. Philipps, pastor. First African Baptist Church—Corner School and Fourth streets. Rev. F. Lomack pastor. Preaching 10.30 a. m.; Sunday school 3.30 p.m. Mr. M. E. Houston, Superintendent; Young People's meeting 7 p. m., preaching 800 p.m. Burn's M. E.-East Second and Des Molne 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. Alts are welcome. Rev. C. W. Holmes, pastor. 200 Des Molne street. Mount Nebo Baptist Church—E. Second street between Lncust and Grand avenue—Sunday service, preaching at 11 a. m.; Sunday School at 12:30 p.m., Superintendent; Hose, Johnson. Preaching at 8 p.m. Rev. J. Bell, pastor. Tabernacle Baptism Church Mission—Stunted over 600 East Locus street. Preaching 11 a. m. Sunday School 12 o'clock; preaching at 8 p.m. Rev. J. R. Winoush, pastor. SECRET ORDERS. North Star Lodge, No. 2, A. F. A. M.-Meets First Thursday in each month at Masonic Hall-Fourth and Court avenue. J. H. Shepard, w. M.; J. L. Thompson, commissary. King Solomon Hall-Second Thursday. No. 6-Meets Fourth Thursday in each month at Masonic hall. Frud Jackson, M. G.; H. C. 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Patton is still the owner and holder of the certificate of purchase issued in pursuance of said sale, and that the right of redemption will expire, and a Treasurer's Deed for said land will be made unless redemption from such sale be made within ninety days from the date of completed service of this notice. You will govern yourself accordingly. Dated this 13th day of November, A D. 1900. Daniel T. Patton. By Geo. Harnagel, his agent. CALIFORNIA. Broad Vestibuled 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. JOHN SEBASTIAN, G. P. A. THE MIRACULOUSCURES 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 January 12th. 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 January. 12th. 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 Thos. Mitchell and T. P. Daniels: You are hereby notified, that the following described real estate, situated in Polk County, Iowa, to-wit: Lot Eleven (11) in Block "N" in the town of Mitchellville, Polk County, Iowa, was sold for the taxes of 1896 on the sixth day of December 1897 to Daniel T. Patton; that said Daniel T. Patton is still the owner and holder of the certificate of purchase issued in pursuance of said sale, and that the right of redemption will expire, an a Treasurer's Deed for said land will be made unless redemption from such sale be made within ninety days from the date of completed service of this notice. You will govern yourself accordingly. Dated this 13th day of November, A. D. 1000: Daniel T. Patton. Hy. Geo. Harnagel, his agent. NOTICE OF EXPIRATION OF RIGHT OF REDEMPTION To Thos, Mitchell and T. P. Daniels. You are hereby notified that the following described real estate, situated in Polk county, Iowa, to-wit: Lot Nine (9) in Block "N" in the town of Mitchellville, Polk County, Iowa, was sold for the taxes of 1806 on the sixth day of December 1897 to W. H. Boyte; that the certificate of sale thereof has been assigned to and is now owned and held by Daniel T. Patton; and that the right of redemption will expire, and Treasurer's Deed for said land will be made, unless redemption from such sale be made within ninety days from the date of completed service of this notice. You will govern yourself accordingly. Dated this 13th day of November, A. D. 1900. Daniel T. Patton. By Geo. Harnagel, his agent. NOTICE OF EXPIRATION OF RIGHT OF REDEMPTION. opinion requisites. You must be acquainted, that the following described real estate, situated in Polk County, Iowa, to-wit; Lot Fourteen (14) in Block Fve (5) of Hawthorne Grove, now included in and forming a part of the City of Des Moines, Iowa, was sold for taxes of 1895 on the Sixth day of December, 1897 to Daniel T. Patton; that said Daniel T. Patton is still the owner and holder of the certificate of purchase issued in pursuance of said sale, and the right of redemption will expire, and a Treasurer's Deed for said land will be made unless redemption from such sale be made within ninety days from the date of completed service of this notice. You will govern yourself accordingly. Dated this 24th day of October, A. D. 1900. Daniel T. Patton, By Geo. Harnagel, his agent. EXCURSION RATES TO WINTER RESORTS Via the North-Western Line. Excursion tickets are sold daily, with favor able time limits, to numerous points in the West and South at reduced rates For tickets and full information, apply to agents Chicago & North-Western Rv. All Druggists guarantees every bottle of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and will refund the money to anyone who is not satisfied after using two-thirds of the contents. This is the best remedy in the world for la gripe, coughs, colds, croup and whooping cough and is pleasant and safe to take. It prevents any tendency as a cold to result in pneumonia. SHANK BROS., Funeral Directors 517 Mulberry St. Telephones 686, 688 and 689. DES MOINES, IOWA. Are you going to entertain? If so you will need invitations, call and see our samples, our prices are the lowest LADIES DONT WORRY. "Dr. Le Dues Genuine French Female Regulator" is positively guaranteed and mailed by Kidd Drug Co., Elgin, Ill., to remove and relieve pathological Monthly Stoppages, Female irregularities, Suppressed Menstruation, obstructions and suppressions, from whatever course, or send free medicine until cured if guaranteed lot does not relieve. Sent on receipt of price, $2 a package or 3 for $5.00. Retail and wholesale of J. R. Hurlbut Co., Des Moines. Full line of Rubber Goods; name what you want. NELSONS STRAIGHTINE THE LATEST DISCOVERY FOR MAKING KNOTTY, KINKY, CURLY HAIR STRAIGHT BEFORE AFTER STRAIGHTINE is a safe, certain and reliable preparation. It is absolutely free from all injurious chemicals, and cannot injure the most delicate head. It not only allows you to maintain the hair, it stimulates the roots of the hair, keeps it from falling out, and produces a rich, long and luxurious head of hair. Cures all kinds of scalp diseases. Straightine is richly perforated and is easy to use for the toilet. It has been tested by thousands with the unanimous verdict that it is the best preparation made. Price, 25 cents the best, or sent by mail to an ADRESS for 30 cents the best. MANUFACTURING CO. Richmond, Va. ARGENTS WANTED. Write for terms. NOTICE TO REDEEM FROM TAX SALE. State of Iowa, Polk County, ss: To Harry Anderson: You are hereby notified that on the 7th day of December, A. D. 1897 the following described real estate, situated in Polk county, Iowa, was sold for taxes for the year 1896 which real estate is described as follows, to witt: Lot One hundred and twenty-three (123) Block Four (4) Home Park Addition to, and now forming a part of the city of Des Moines, Polk county, Iowa. That the same was, at such sale, purchased by C. M. Catheart and a certificate issued to him by the Treasurer of Polk county, Iowa, and by the said Catheart the certificate was duly assigned to J. H. Phillips, and he is now the owner and holder of said certificate, and the right of redemption will expire, and a Treasurer's Deed for said property will be made, unless redemption from such sale be made within ninety days from the completed service hereof. J. H. PHILIPS, Lawful holder and owner of said certificate. NOTICE TO REDEEM FROM TAX SALE State of Iowa, Polk County, ss: To W. C Grant: You are hereby notified that on the 7th day of December. A. D. 1897 the following described real estate, situated in Polk county, Iowa, was sold for taxes for the year 1896 which real estate is described as follows, to wit: Lot Two hundred and thirty-six (236) Block Ten (10) Home Park Addition to, and now forming a part of the city of Des Moines, Polk county, Iowa. That the same was, at such sale, purchased by G. M Taylor and a certificate is sued to him by the Treasurer of Polk county, Iowa, and by the said Taylor the certificate was duly assigned to J. H. Phillips, and he is now the owner and holder of said certificate, and the right of redemption will expire, and a Treasurer's Deed for said property will be made, unless redemption from such sale be made within ninety days from the completed service hereof. J. H. PHILIPS, Lawful holder and owner of said certificate. NOTICE TO REDEEM FROM TAX SALE. S.ate of Iowa, Polk County, ss: To E Oaks: You are hereby notified that on the 6th day of December, A. D. 1897, the following described real estate, situated in Polk County, Iowa was sold for taxes for the year 1896 which real estate is described as follows, to-wit: Lot Twenty-eight (28) Block two (2) Glendale Addition to, and now forming a part of the city of Des Moines, Polk county, Iowa. That the same, was at such sale, purchased by J. H. Phillips and a certificate issued to him by the Treasurer of Polk county, Iowa and he is now the lawful owner and holder of said certificate, and the right of redemption will expire and a Treasurer's Deed for said property be made, unless redemption be made within ninety days from the completed service hereof. J. H. Phillips, Lawful holder and owner of said certificate LA GRIPPE QUICKLY CURED. "In the winter of 1898 and 1899 I was taken down with a severe attack of what is called La Grippe" says F. L. Hewett, a prominent druggist of Winfield, Ill. "The only medicine I used was two bottles of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It broke up the cold and stopped the coughing like magic. I have never since been troubled with Grippe." Chamberlain's Cough Remedy can always be depended upon to break up a severe cold and ward off any threatened attack of pneumonia. It is pleasant to take, too, which makes it the most desirable and one of the most popular preparations in use for these ailments. For sale by all Druggists. Our job department motto is prompt service, good work and low prices. A trial will convince you. VIRTUMA is a French treatment for both sexes that is positively guaranteed to cure IMPOTENCY vitality and vigor, restoring the desires, amusement and satisfaction of health, fitness for success and happiness in business; professional, social and married life. $3 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 J. R. Hurlbut Co., Des Mornes, Ia. Full line of Rubber Goods name what you want. NOTICE TO REDEEM FROM TAX SALE State of Iowa, Polk County, ss: To W. M. Crowley Do: You are hereby notified that on the 7th day of December, A D. 1897, the following described real estate situa- tured in Polk county, Iowa, was sold for the taxes for the year 1896 which real estate is described as follows, to-wit: Lot Four (4) Manns Fifth Addition to, and now forming a part of the city of Des Moines, Polk county, Iowa. That the same was, at such sale, purchased by Guy Hunter and a certificate issued to him by the Treasurer of Polk county, Iowa, and by the said Hunter the certificate was duly assigned to J. H. Phillips, and he is now the owner and holder of said certificate, and the right of redemption will expire, and a Treasurer, Deed for said property will be made, unless redemption from such sale be made within ninety days from the completed service hereof. J. H. PHILLIPS, Lawful holder and owner of said certificate. NOTICE TO REDEEM FROM TAX SALE. State of Iowa, Polk County ss: To Emma T. Reed: You are hereby notified that on the 7th day of December, A. D. 1897 the following described real estate, situated in Polk county, Iowa, was sold for taxes for the year 1895 and 1896 which real estate is described as follows, towit: Lot Sixteen (16) Block Twenty-three (23) C. S. Vorse, Addition to Easton Place, now forming a part of the city of Des Moines, Polk county, Iowg. That the same was, at such sale, purchased by J. C. Springer and a certificate issued to him by the Treasurer of Polk county, Iowa, and by the said Springer the certificate was duly assigned to J. H. Phillips, and he is now the owner and holder of said certificate, and the right of redemption will expire, and a Treasurer's Deed for said property will be made, unless redemption from such sale be made within ninety days from the completed service hereof. J. H. Phillips, Lawful holder and owner of said certificate. NOTICE TO REDEEM FROM TAX SALE. State of Iowa, Polk County, ss: To Emma T. Kennedy; You are hereby notified that on the 7th day of December, A. D. 1896 the following described real estate, situated in Polk county, Iowa, was sold for taxes for the year 1895 which real estate is described as follows, to-wit: Lot Five (5) Lytle's Subdivision, now forming a part of the city of Des Moines, Polk county, Iowa. That the same was, at such sale purchased by J. H. Phillips and a certificate issued to him by the Treasurer of Polk county, Iowa, and he is now the owner and holder of said certificate, and the right of redemption will expire, and a Treasurer's Deed for said property will be made, unless redemption from such sale be made within ninety days from the completed service hereof. J. H. Phillips, Lawful holder and owner of said certificate. NOTICE TO REDEEM FROM TAX SALE State of Iowa. Polk County, ss: To J. M. G. Carmichael: You are hereby notified that on the 7th day of December, A. D. 1897 the following described real estate, situated in Polk county, Iowa was sold for taxes for the year 1896 which real estate is described as follows. to-wait: Lot Two hundred and thirty-five (235) Block Ten (10) Home Park. Addition to, and now forming a part of the city of Des Moines, Polk county, Iowa. That the same was, at such sale, purchased by G. M. Taylor and a certificate issued to him by the Treasurer of Polk county, Iowa, and by the said Taylor the certificate was duly assigned to J. H. Phillips, and he is now the owner and holder of said certificate, and the right of redemption will expire, and a Treasurer's Deed for said property will be made, unless redemption from such sale be made within ninety days from the completed service hereof. J. H. Phillips, Lawful holder and owner of said certificate. NOTICE TO REDEEM FROM TAX SALE. State of Iowa, Polk County, ss: To.H F. Cauconer, W. C.M. To B. F. Cameron and W. C. Moore: You are hereby notified that on the 7th day of December, A. D. 1897 the following described real estate, situated in Polk county, Iowa, was sold for taxes for the year 1896 which real estate is described as follows to-wit: Lot one hundred and twenty (120) Block Four (4) Home Perk, Addition to and now forming a part of the city of Des Moines, Polk county, Iowa. That the same was, at such sale, purchased by C. M. Cathecart and a certificate issued to him by the Treasurer of Polk county, Iowa, and by the said Cathecart the certificate was duly assigned to J. H. Phillips, and he is now the owner and holder of said certificate, and the right of redemption will expire, and a Treasurer's Deed for said property will be made, unless redemption from such sale be made within ninety days from the completed service hereof. J. H. Phillips. Lawful holder and owner of said certificate. Subseribe for the Bystander. NOTICE TO REDEEM FROM TAX SALE. State of Iowa, Polk County, ss: To Hiram Wells Do: You are hereby notified that on the 7th day of December, A. D. 1807 the following described real estate, situated in Polk county, Iowa, was sold for taxes for the year 1896 which real estate is described as follows, to wit: Lot six (6) Block Twelve (12) White's Riverview. Addition to, and now, forming a part of the city of Des Moines, Polk county, Iowa. That the same was at such sale, purchased by L. B. Callender and a certificate issued to him by the Treasurer of Polk county, Iowa, and by the said Callender the certificate was duly assigned to J. H. Phillips, and he is now the owner and holder of said certificate, and the right of redemption will expire, and a Treasurer's Deed for said property will be made; unless redemption from such sale be made within ninety days from the completed service herof. J. H. PHILLIPS. Lawful holder and owner of said certificate. NOTICE TO REDEEM FROM TAX SALE. State of Iowa, Polk County, ss: To A. B. Shafer: You are hereby notified that on the 7th day of December, A. D. 1897 the following described real estate, situated in Polk county, Iowa, was sold for taxes for the year 1899 wih real estate is described as follows, to-wit: Lot Fourteen (14) Block Two (2) Vorse's 1st Addition to Easton Place, and now forming a part of the city of Des Moines, Polk county, Iowa. That the same was, at such sale purchased by G M, Taylor and a certificate issued to him by the Treasurer of Polk county, Iowa, and by the said Taylor the certificate was duly assigned to J. H. Phillips, and he is now the owner and holder of said certificate, and the right of redemption will expire, and a Treasurer's Deed for said property will be made, unless redemption from such sale be made within ninety days from the completed service hereof. J. H. PHILLIES. Lawful holder and owner of said certificate. NOTICE TO REDEEM FROM TAX SALE State of Iowa, Polk County, ss: To J. G. Caton Do: You are hereby notified that on the 7th day of December, A. D. 1897 the following described real estate, situated in Polk county, Iowa, was sold for taxes for the year 1896 which real estate is described as follows, to-wit: Lot Twenty-five (25) Block Seven (7) York's Choice, Addition to, and now forming a part of the city of Des Moines, Polk county, Iowa. That the same was, at such sale, purchased by G. M. Taylor and a certificate issued to him by the Treasurer of Polk county, Iowa, and by the said Taylor the certificate was duly assigned to J. H. Phillips, and he is now the owner and holder of said certificate, and the right of redemption will expire and a Treasurer's Deed for said property will be made, unless redemption from such sale be made within nidety days from the completed service hereof. J. H. Phillips, Lawful holder and owner of said certificate. We want you to subscribe for the IOWA STATE BYSTANDER. NOTICE TO REDEEM FROM TAX SALE. State of Iowa, Polk County, ss: To J. G. Caton, Do.: You are herby notified that on the 7th day of December A. D. 1897 the following described real estate, situated in Polk county, Iowa, was sold for taxes for the year 1896 which real estate is described as follows, to-wit: Lot Twenty-six (26) Block Seven (7) York's Choice, Addition to, and now forming a part of the city of Des Moines, Polk county, Iowa. That the same was, at such sale, purchased by Guy Hunter and a certificate issued to him by the Treasurer of Polk county, Iowa, and by the said Hunter the certificate was duly assigned to J. H. Phillips, and he is now the owner and holder of said certificate, and the right of redemption will expire and a Treasurer's Deed for said property will be made, unless redemption from such sale be made within ninety days from the completed service hereof. J. H, PHILLIPS, Lawful holder and owner of said certificate. NOTICE TO REDEEM FROM TAX SALE. State of Iowa, Polk County, ss: To Warren C. Johnson: You are hereby notified that on the 7th day of December, A. D. 1897 the following described real estate, situated in Polk county, Iowa, was sold for taxes for the year 1896 which real estate is described as follows, to-wit: Lot One hundred and thirty-eight (138) Lakeside Addition now forming a part of the city of Des Moines. Polk county, Iowa. That the same was, at such sale purchased by L. B. Callender and a certificate issued to him by the Treasurer of Polk county, Iowa, and by the said Callender the certificate was duly assigned to J. H. Phillips, and he is now the owner and holder of said certificate, and the right of redemption will expire and a Treasurer's Deed for said property will be made, unless redemption from such sale be made within ninety days from the completed service hereof. J. H. PHILLIPS, Lawful holder and owner of said certificate. EVERYBODY KNOWSTHAT MUNGER'S LAUNDRY is the best in the city. Try them and be decided. Maine Office 211-215 NINTH St Braunh Office 504 MULBERRY St. PHONE 579. --- FORT MADISON NOTES. The revival services held at the Second Baptist church closed with a "hand-shaking" Monday night. The church will ever hold Rev. J. A. Bingaman in tender esteem. His earnest, thorough efforts have endeared him not only to the twenty-eight converts and the seven reclaimed, but also the entire community, especially the church members. Mr. Henry Marshall and Mrs. Annie Thomas were united in marriage Monday night; Dr. Joseph Underwood tied the knot. Rev. J. A. Bingaman was entertained at the following homes: Mr. and Mrs. Hall, Mr. and Mrs. Eunbanks, Mr. and Mrs. Sanders, Mrs. Stewart, Rev. and Mrs. Chambers, Mr. and Mrs. G. Jackson, Mr. and Mrs. Mack, Rev. and Mrs. McChellan, Mr. and Mrs. Higginbotham, and Medames Jones and Elliott. Our pastor and wife were welcome guests on these occasions. Rev. Bingaman says his home when here is with Mr. and Mrs. A. Jackson. It is worthy of special mention that the church has received in these meetings a power for good in the large number of stalwart young men and intelligent young ladies that have dedicated their lives to Christ. And nothing could be more inspiring than to see also the little boys and girls who have begun early to serve the Lord. The sewing circle is preparing to give an entertainment in the near future that promises some happy surprises. Mr. Benj. F. Winfrey had a narrow escape from serious injury, if not death, by a falling tree. Mr. Winfrey says hereafter he will "watch as well as pray." Rev. Bingaman breakfasted at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harper on Fifth street just before his departure from the city. Mr. and Mrs. Moses Frazer are the proud parents of a bouncing boy. Subscribe for and read the Bystander. Mrs. Kittie Brinton, of Chicago, arrived Tuesday morning and will make her permanent home with her uncle, Mr. Chas. Thomas. We gladly welcome Mrs. Brinton to our city. HOW TO CURE THE GRIP. Remain quietly at home and take Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as directed and a quick recovery is sure to follow. That remedy counteract any tennancy of the grip to result in pneumonia, which is really the only serious danger. Among the tens of thousand who have used it for the grip not one case has ever been reported that did recover. For sale by all Druggists. DOGS WEAR SHOES. Alaska Animals hold Up Feet to Have Shoes Put On. In Alaska shoes for dogs have been introduced. The use of shoes for animals in the far north country is not merely out of kindness to the dogs. It is a matter of necessity, for one of the greatest dangers to travelers in Alaska is that the dogs which draw sledges or transport goods freeze their feet by contact with the ice. This sometimes renders the animals practically useless and leaves the traveler without means of transit over the fields of ice. Before the introduction of the shoes it was the custom to wrap the feet of the dogs in cloth, but this was a poor measure at best, as the cloths often came off, leaving the poor beasts unprotected. The cloths also interfered with the free locomotion of the dogs. Since the gold fields opened more dogs have been used and great speed in travel has become necessary. The dog's shoe was invented to meet the requirements. The lacings are at the back to give free play to the dog's legs. The wonderful intelligence of these faithful animals is shown by their readiness in taking to the shoes. They become so accustomed to them that they are uneasy without them. On the trail the dogs have frequently been known to come to the driver in the morning and hold out their legs to have their shoes put on. If the shoes happen to be laced too tight, they will whine and make their discomfort manifest, wagging their tails for joy when the laces are fixed to their liking. A. Newboy Evansellst: St. Louis has a newsboy evangelist. His name is Earl Jamison and he is 11 years old. Several weeks ago young Earl went to one of his neighbors and asked him if he could not use his barn for religious services. His request was granted and every evening since meetings have been held by the young evangelist, except on Sunday nights. Earl does the preaching and praying and leads the singing. His service continues about an hour and he generally has a fair-sized congregation. Those who attend, both young and old, are impressed by the fervor of the youthful preacher. Earl is a sturdy built little fellow, with light hair and frank, fearless manner. His serious mien is like that of a white-haired judge. He is a good talker and can quote the scriptures freely. He has collected money during his evangelistic career for the famine-stricken people of India. Honored as an Essayist: Carolyn King, daughter of General Charles King, has been accorded an unusual honor. Miss King finished her course at the Sorbonne in June, and then entered for competition in the Alliance Francaise, which meets every summer and confers its diplomas on such foreigners as can pass its rigid examinations after attending lectures and submitting essays on several of the standard authors and dramatists. Moliere, Racine, Cornellie, La Rochefoucauld, and J. Rousseau were assigned to Miss King, and it was her essay on Corneille which was given first place unanimously by the judges. Speaking of the difficulty students experience in remembering the exact situation of the mitral and tricuspid valves of the heart, Professor Huxley once remarked that he remembered that the mitral (so-called from its resemblance to the headgear of the church dignitary) must be on the left side, "because a bishop could never be in the right." Don't Get Footorol Get FOOT-EASE A certain cure for Swollen, Smarting, Burning, Sweating Feet, Corns and Bunions. Ask for Allen's Foot-Base, a poder. 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IS SLOW TO GIVE UP CUBA IS SLOW TO GIVE UP CUBA Congress Discusses Question of a Protectorate. WHAT CUBANS ARE DOING. It Is Asserted They are Preparing a Constitution Which in Every Dialign Ignores the Existence of the United States—Sulabu Bill Washington, D. C., Feb. 1.—The question as to whether the United States shall permit Cuba to be a free, independent and sovereign country or insist upon the exercise of a prot. orate has been discussed by members of both houses of congress. Opinion is widely divided. Some members think that under the resolution passed in 1898 the United States pledged itself to give Cuba full sovereignty and that it cannot now exercise a protectorate unless the Cubans invite the United States to exercise such authority. Senators and representatives alike, however, agree that the Cubans in preparing a constitution which in every detail ignores the existence of the United States have shown themselves unmindful of their obligations to this country. Members of the committee on foreign relations are positive in the opinion that congress has no jurisdiction over Cuba in the face of the joint resolution recognizing the independence of Cuba, approved April 20, 1898. What the president is being advised to do is to lock up the copy of the Cuban constitution when it reaches here and intimate to the Cubans that they cannot have an independent government until they manifest a disposition to protect the interests of the United States in their constitution. Polycam Stirs Up the House Polygamy Stirs Up the House Polygamy in Utah throw the house into a ferment for a half-hour. Charges were made by Representative Land s. (Ind.) that the United States agricultural college in Utah is presided over by polygamists. An amendment which he offered to the agricultural appropriation bill cutting off the appropriation of that institute so long as those conditions existed was adopted on the spur of the moment by a vote of 70 to 44. Two hours later the amendment was voted on again, when the bill was on final passage, and the amendment knocked out by a vote of 69 to 19. Representative King (Utah) opposed the amendment vigorously. It was offered in bad faith, he said, and was an affront to the people of Utah. It was an afterclap of the crusade which led to the expulsion from congress of a gentleman from his state. The practice of polygamy in Utah, he said, was a thing of the past. He retaliated by offering an amendment that no teacr or trustees shall be appointed to an agricultural college in any state who has been engaged in any lynching, and until proof shall have been furnished to the satisfaction of the appointing power that such teacher or trustee shall not have been guilty of immorality. Speak Against the Subsaldy Bill. The shipping bill was kept at the front in the senate throughout the day. No appreciable progress was made, most of the time being occupied by Mr. Turley (Tenn.) and Mr. Jones (Ark.) in speeches opposing the bill and severely arraigning its alleged favoritism. Mr. Jones declared it should be entitled "a bill to permit a select coterie of ship-owners to lost the United States treasury." After the speeches the formal reading of the bill was completed, but the consideration of amendments was not entered upon. Mr. Aldrich gave notice of two amendments, one providing that applicants for subsidy shall contract to build a new vessel within the United States within three years, and a second providing that the utmost limit of subsidy shall be fifteen years, instead of twenty years, as provided in the bill. Mosquito Fleet Is Safe. The navy department received a cablegram announcing the arrival of the mosquito fleet at the Canary islands. For Suffrage to All. Havana, Feb. 1.—The Cuban constitutional convention voted by a large majority to insert a clause in the constitution allowing universal suffrage. Senator Aleman said it was a right demanded by the Cubans, and that the convention would not be dealing fairly with the people if it failed to accord this right. DAILY MARKET REPORT. Chicago Board of Trade Wheat— Open. High. Low. Close. Jan. ... .73% .73% .73% .73% Feb. ... .73% .73% .73% .73% May ... .76% .76% .75% .76% Corn— Jan. ... .36% .36% .36% .36% Feb. ... .36% .36% .36% .36% May ... .38% .39 .38% .39 Oats— Jan. ... ... ... ... .23% May ... .25% .25% .25% .25% Pork— Jan. ... ... ... ... 13.82% May ... 14.07% 14.07% 13.90 14.02% Lard— Jan. ... 7.37% ... ... 7.37% May ... 7.47% 7.47% 7.42% 7.45 Short ribs— Jan. ... 6.92% ... ... 6.92% May ... 7.07% 7.07% 7.00 7.02% Hangs Himself in Despair. Philadelphia, Pa., Feb. 1.—Edward D. Cornell, a retired hat manufacturer and for many years president of the Hatters' union, committed suicide by hanging. Heavy losses in the stock market are said to have prompted the act. Mr. Cornell was 78 years old. Two Lives Lost and Several Injured in Burning Hotel. New York, Jan. 31.—Two lives were lost at the burning of the Hotel Jefferson, a seven-story building at 102-106 East Fifteenth street. The damage by fire is estimated at $50,000. Some persons in the hotel had thrilling escapes. Among them was Edward Marshall, the Cuban war correspondent. He was rescued, minus his cork leg, when escape seemed impossible. The dead are: Elmora Downing, 25 years old; a nurse; Elizabeth Reynolds, 30 years old, a waitress. The first was killed by jumping from a window on the sixth floor and the second was suffocated in her room on the seventh floor. Among those injured were: John P. Walch, 50 years old, contractor; right knee fractured and badly bruised; John Kallagher, porter; right arm badly burned; J. Ensign Fuller, feet and arm badly burned. W. H. Voltz, New Hav n; a student on the way to Princeton. John Chatfield, proprietor of the hotel, Mrs. Chatfield and her mother, Mrs. F. H. Streator, escaped from the burning building clad only in their night robes. J. Ensign Fuller, an elderly man, made a thrilling rescue of his 17-year-old invalid niece, Miss May Upperman. She was in a back room on the third floor. Through the heat and smokes Mr. Fuller carried her down stairs on his back. His feet were terribly burned and as he reached the open air he staggered and fell with his unconscious charge into the arms of a policeman. Col. William L. Gildersleeve, attachs of the supreme court of New Mexico, was caught on the fourth floor. He tried to make his way to the r. ar. A plate glass door stopped him. He broke it with his fist and crawl d through to safety. His face and hands were badly cut. DRUNKEN YAQUIS' CARNIVAL. Indians Hold Mining Camp of La Canane Three Days. Tucson, Ariz., Jan. 31.—La Cananea, the mining camp of the Green Consolidated Mining company in Sonora, was held for three days by a band of Yaqui Indians and the people of the camp were at the mercy of the Indians. It seems that a large number of Yaquis who are employed at the camp got drunk when paid and purchased a.l. the mescal in camp. The Mexican police were driven from the camp and held outside by a number of the Yaquis. Their guns were taken from them and the Yaquis also took guns away from Americans who attempted to interfere with them. The Indians held high carnival for three days and ran the camp to suit themselves. There were a number of serious cutting affrays, but no one was killed. The Americans set about to quiet the Indians and sober them, and, with the assistance of Mexican cavalrymen, were succful in quelling the drunken rebellion. Bice Inguest Postpued. New York, Jan. 31.—Some progress in the criminal proceedings attending the inquest of Samuel Marsh Rice, the millionaire has been made. Prof. Withaus has held a conference w.th Assistant District Attorney Osbe ne in regard to his analysis of the dead millionaire's stomach. Prof. Withaus already has submitted one report and is now at work on another, as he has been asked to say decisively whether the poison which he discovered was enough to have caused Rice's death. This report will be ready soon, but until it has been turned over to the district attorney the inquest will not be resumed. Bad Fire in Tolongo Champaign, Ill., Jan. 31.—Fire destroyed almost the entire business section of Tolono, a town of 1,000 inhabitants situated nine miles south of the city. The loss is estimated at $100,000. No one was injured. The fire sta ted in a small frame building occupied by a restaurant in the center of the business portion of the town and bef r the firemen could reach the scene it had spread in all directions. All of the main business blocks were dest oyd and only heroic measures prevented the flames spreading to the residenca portion of the little city. Fagner 1 of Composer Verdi Milan, Jan. 31.—The funeral of Verdi took place today. All the authorities followed the bier. The ceremony was simple, but most impress. ve owing to the silent homage of the populace, who were present at the service in immense numbers. The remains of Verdi were borne from his residence and placed in a modest funeral car, which proceeded to the Church of St. Francis, the facade of which bore the inscription: "Peace to the soul of Giuseppe Verdi." Hans Valder Is Dead Preston, Minn., Jan. 31.—Hans Velder, one of the first settlers in Fillmore county, died at his home in Nebu g yesterday, aged 86 years. Mr. Valder emigrated from Norway in 1845 and settled in La Salle county, Ill., where he organized a congregation and preached. He was the first Scandinavian Baptist minister in Am.rica. He was active in public affairs and was a member of the Minnesota legislature in 1872. Woman Ordained as Minister Sodus, N. Y., Jan. 31.—Miss F Addle Tryon of Sodus has been ordained a minister of the Methodist Protestant church at Watertown Miss Tryon has fame as an evangelist, whose influence upon the people is as Moody's was in effect. She is 28 years old, the daughter of Rev. William H. Tryon, who is also an evangelist. She will be assigned to a church in Northern New York in the spring. DOINGS OF THE LAW MAKERS The house passed the senate bill providing for the participation of the state of Illinois in the pan-American expedition at Buffalo. The bill now goes to the governor and immediately upon approval the will become a law. The bill provides for a suitable building for an Illinois headquarters at the expedition and making anhibit of the resources, commercial advantages, mechanical appliances, educational progress and other interests and industries of the state of Illinois. Ten may be necessary or so much thereof as may be necessary for an exhibit of the agricultural products the state and $10,000, or so much thereof as may be necessary for an exhibit of the horticultural products of the state. Representative Logan introduced a bill which provides that in cities of over 7,000 and in population there shall be created a board of police commissioners to have charge of the police departments of those cities. INDIANA Wednesday, January 30. In the house bills-to make both the buyer and seller of a vote amenable to punishment, thus repealing the present law, which makes it a crime only to sell one's vote, were defeated by a party vote. The senate the bill for a water way from Lake Michigan to the Calumet River, a distance of about three and one-half miles, was passed by a unanimous vote. The senate also adopted a resolution providing for the appointment of a committee of five to investigate the charges of cruelty preferred against the superintendent of the woman's prison in Innendale. The resolution states reports are current that inmates in the prison are not properly fed and that the methods used for punishing are inhumane. MICHIGAN Wednesday. January 30. Senator Pierson introduced a bill for the reduction of fares on railroads. All roads having passenger earnings of $1,500 a mile and over are required by it to sell tickets at 2 cents per mile. Roads having earnings of from $1,000 to $1,500 while a 3-cent fee is required on roads earning less than $1,000 a mile, greater than 3 cents a mile is permitted. The house in committee of the whole agreed to the Colby bill, providing for the holding of primary elections in Wayna county. It abolishes all conventions and caucuses in Detroit. The bill introduced a bill fixing a penalty of $3,000 by counting from counties of 20,000 population which a lynching may occur. The penalty in more populous counties is greater WISCONSIN Wednesday, January 30. The railroad tax measures prepared by the state tax commission were submitted to the legislature. Two forms of taxation are presented, the legislature to take its choice. The license bill provides a tax on gross earnings, beginning with 3 per cent of earnings of $2,000 or less per mile, and raising one-tenth of 1 per cent per $109 of additional income, up to $5½ per cent on gross earnings of $4,400 and over per mile. One-half the license fee is to be paid in January, when the license issues, and the remaining half on or before August 10 following. This bill would increase the on railroads to $600,000 a year. The other half constitutes the tax commission a state board of assessors authority to ascertain the true value of all railroad property in the state, and assess it on the ad valorem plan, like other property. FOR IMMEDIATE STATEHOOD. Residents of the Two Territories Blake Demands on Congress. Guthrie, O. T., Feb. 1.—Immediate statehood was demanded of congress in an enthusiastic convention called to order here by Sidney E. Clark of Oklahoma City, chairman of the statehood executive committee. Every county in both territories was well represented. Ex-Senator Havens of Enid was elected temporary chairman and made an eloquent plea for statehood. The 200 or more delegates here are unanimous for statehood at the earliest minute possible. The majority of them are for single statehood for Oklahoma, although the minority, who favor both territories being included in one state, are aggressive enough to make their claims have weight. Fraudulent Use of Mails New Albany, Ind., Feb. 1.—William Roose, Jr., formerly of this city, was arrested at Corydon charged with fraudulently using the mails. He was arraigned here before United States Commissioner Cordevill and sent to jail to await a hearing. He was arrested on complaint of Mrs. J. S. Matthews of Indianapolis, who claims that she was a victim of a how-to-make-money-easy-at-home advertisement issued by Roose. He received many letters at the Corydon postoffice and was doing a thriving business. To Issue $5,000,000 of Bonds. St. Louis, M., Feb. 1. By a practically unanimous vote the municipal assembly passed a bill providing for the issuance of $5,000,000 of bonds, bearing 3¼ per cent interest, for the world's fair to be held in St. Louis in 1903 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Louisiana purchase. The measure now goes to the mayor; for his signature. 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EXPLOSIONS ADD TO PANIC. Two Lions Shot to Prevent Their Reaching the Crow Outside—Women Performers at Baltimore Place—Loss on Animals Is 200,000. Baltimore, Md., Feb. 1—Caged and chained animals to the number of 150 perished last, night in a fire which destroyed Frank C. Bostock's zoo, located in the Cyclorama building. Two lions, maddened by the flames, had all but broken from their cage when fleeing employees shot them to prevent their escape to the street, where they would have vented their rage on the spectators. In addition to the animals a large collection of birds died in the flames. Of all the animals on exhibition only an elephant and a camel, two donkeys, and a pack of hounds escaped. The fire, which is supposed to have originated from a defective electric light wire on the outside of the building, spread with such rapidity that in a few minutes the entire shell-like structure was affame. Rush for the Exits It was only a few minutes after the close of the evening performance when the fire was discovered, and the spectators, who were fewer than usual because of the bad weather, were in the aisles: A rush for the exits followed, but the smallness of the crowd prevented any serious injuries in the panic. In the dressing-rooms Mme. Chiquita and other female performers were changing their show clothes for street attire, but the rapid approach of the flames compelled them to flee half clad. The trainers rushed to save their charges, but already the fire had gained such headway that the animals were beyond help. The cages were surrounded by the flames, and in few cases could the keepers approach the imprisoned beasts. Animals in Wild Frenzy. The lions were leaping against the bars, which bent under the strain, so the order was given that they be shot to prevent them reaching the crowded street. 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Rodermand, who created so much excitement in Appleton by exposing himself wilfully to smallpox, was arrested here and is now in the isolation hospital. Rodermand came here from Chicago. He was very indignant at his treatment here and threatened to use all legal methods against the officers and to get out of quarantine. The health authorities are not alarmed at his threats and say that he will have plenty of time to lay out a plan of campaign, as this time he will not be allowed to escape until the period of danger is passed. Devery May Lose His Job Albany, N. Y., Jan. 31.—The New York city police bill has passed the senate. This is the bill providing for a single-headed police commission. By its terms it practically legislates Chief of Police Devery out of office. While the mayor has the appointment of the police commissioner under this bill, the appointee may at any time be removed by the governor. His term is five years and his salary $7,500. He has two deputies, which he himself shall choose. Fine for a Brilbar. Jackson, Miss., Jan. 31. In the Circuit Court yesterday, Gibson, the Indiana contractor on trial for an attempt to bribe Gov. Longino, withdrew his plea of not guilty and entered a plea of guilty by agreement with the prosecution. He was finned $1,000 and costs. The court agreed to set aside the forfeiture of his $5,000 bond. Gibson leaves for home with $3,000 in his pockets. Threat to Murder Vendor Line Washington, D. C., Feb. 1.—Assistant Secretary of the Treasury Vanderlip received a threatening letter, purporting to come from a clerk in the treasury department, and waning him that unless he mended his ways as a strict disciplinarian he would meet the fate of Auditor Morris, who was killed in his office a few weeks ago, Mr. Vanderlip turned the letter over to Chief Wilkie of the secret service. Stream a Stranger to Him. Knakeake, Ill., Feb. 1—Patrick Burns, who for thirty-five years has tagged trains at a local crossing of the Big Four railroad, beats the man who never saw a train of cars. Although he has always lived within a few blocks of the stream and can see perfectly, Mr. Burns has never seen the Knakeake river. WORST EVER KNOWN Hundreds of car loads of Peruna are shipped in all directions to meet the extraordinary demand of the grip epidemic. Everybody laying in a stock of this valuable remedy in time to meet the terrible enemy, the Grip. The extensive facilities of the manufacturers taxed to their utmost to meet the urgent demand for Peruna. Almost everybody has the grip. Almost everybody must have Peruna. Taken at the appearance of the first symptoms of the grip, not only is Peruna a prompt cure for the grip but it prevents those disastrous after effects so characteristic of this dread disease. Peruna not only cures the grip but prevents it. Taken in time thousands of lives will be saved in this present epidemic. Taken in time thousands of lives will be saved dentite. Every family should take the precaution to secure runa at once, for the retail and wholesale stock of it exhausted by the enormous demand for it. It is wisdom to have Peruna in the house even tacks the household. It has been ascertained by a reporter that the national reputation have given public endorsement to Peruna as a remedy for in gripe: Congressman Howard, of Alabama, says: "I for the grip and recommend it as an excellent remedy sufferers." Congressman White, of North Carolina, says: "an excellent remedy for the grip. I have used it they all join me in recommending it." Miss Francis M. Anderson, of Washington, D. C., Anderson, of Virginia, says: "I was taken very ill took Peruna and was able to leave my bed in a wreath. Mrs. Harriette A. S. Marsh, President of the W. Association of Chicago, writes: "I suffered with Nothing helped me. Tried Peruna and within three restored. Shall never be without it again." At the appearance of the first symptoms of grip indoors and take Peruna in small doses (teaspoonful the symptoms disappear. This will prevent a longness and perhaps fatal results. s will be saved in this present epl- recaution to secure a supply of Pe- leblesale stock of the remedy may be del for it. the house even before the grip at- porter that the following people of eric endorsement and testimonials to Peruna, says: "I have taken Peruna an excellent remedy to all fellow- carolina, says: "I find Peruna to be I have used it in my family and it." Washington, D. C., daughter of Judge was taken very ill with the grip. I my bed in a week." President of the Woman's Benevolent I suffered with grip seven weeks. and within three weeks I was fully it again." Emptions of grip people should stay roses (teaspoonful every hour) until all prevent a long, disastrous slick- Every family should take the precaution to secure a supply of Peruna at once, for the retail and wholesale stock of the remedy may be exhausted by the enormous demand for it. It is wisdom to have Peruna in the house even before the grip attacks the household. It has been ascertained by a reporter that the following people of national reputation have given public endorsement and testimonials to Peruna as a remedy for in grippe: Congressman Howard, of Alabama, says: "I have taken Peruna for the grip and recommend it as an excellent remedy to all fellow-sufferers." Congressman White, of North Carolina, says: "I find Peruna to be an excellent remedy for the grip. I have used it in my family and they all join me in recommending it." Miss Francis M. Anderson, of Washington, D. C., daughter of Judge Anderson, of Virginia, says: "I was taken very ill with the grip. I took Peruna and was able to leave my bed in a week." Mrs. Harriette A. S. Marsh, President of the Woman's Benevolent Association of Chicago, writes: "I suffered with grip seven weeks. Nothing helped me. Tried Peruna and within three weeks I was fully restored. Shall never be without it again." At the appearance of the first symptoms of grip people should stay indoors and take Peruna in small doses (teaspoonful every hour) until the symptoms disappear. This will prevent a long, disastrous sickness and perhaps fatal results. Some picture frames are hung because of their gilt—and so are some men. Coughing Leads to Consumption. Kemp's Balsam will stop the cough at once. Go to your druggist today and get a sample bottle free. Sold in 25 and 50 cent bottles. Go at once; delays are dangerous. Some men don't do things because they are near-sighted, others because they are far-sighted. For the For For the Family All ages hail with delight the coming of the most wonderful, meritorious preparation that will lighten the ills of humanity and will do away with the taking of obnoxious, violent purges, inconvenient liquids, and pills that tear your life out. Simply because in CASCARETS Candy Cathartic you will find just what you want, convenient in form, pleasant of taste (just like candy) and of never-failing remedial action. They have found a place in millions of homes, and are the favorite medicine of the whole family, from baby to good old grandpa. Dont be fooled with substitutes for CASCARETS! a respite.—Cincinnati Enquirer. "I take pleasure in praising your valuable remedy CASCARETS, I and by whose family received relief from the first small box we tried. I certainly recommend CASCARETS for the curse they make and trust they will and a place in every home. You're for success." PETER WENN, JR. Palm Grove Ave., Mckeesport, Pa. Configuring Emotions. Mrs. Joy in run for thephy. Cascarets BEST FOR BOWELS AND LIVER. THIS IS CCC THE TABLET THEY WORK WHILE YOU SLEEP 10c. 25c. 50c. NEVER SOLD IN BULK. DRUGGISTS GUARANTEED TO CURE all bowel troubles, appendicitis, biliousness, headache, indigestion, pimples, pain after eating, liver trouble, swallow compaction and diarrhea, motion kills you, motion kills people than all other diseases together. It is a starter for the chronic aliment and long years of suffering that come with bowel problems. You will never get well and be well the time until you put your bowel problems under control. AOACAEET today, under an above guarantee to cure or money refunded. LA CREOLE HAIR RESTORER DO YOU FULLY REALIZE THAT THOSE GRIZZLY HAIRS OF YOURS ARE The Cause Of Your booking So Prematurely Old? TO CORRECT THIS USE LA CREOLE HAIR RESTORER. AT ALL DRUGGISTS. Bacillus of Grip. Magnified 18,000 times. Some men acquire that tired feeling from looking for an easy job. Dropsy treated free by Dr. H. H. Green's Sons, of Atlanta, Ga. The greatest dropy specialists in the world. Read their advertisement in another column of this paper. When when safe, be ever watchful of danger. There is but one Russ' Bleaching Blue. Three times within a year the counts have suppressed fraudulent imitations. Sold by all grocers. In 1899 China imported from Germany $283,800 worth of beer. GUARANTEED TO CURE: Five years ago the first box of CAB-CAM similar medicine in the world. This is absolute proof of great merit, and guaranteed to cure or money refunded. Do buy today, two 500 boxes, give after using one 600 box, return the unused 600 box and the quantity box to my mail, so the dringtress from wife, you matter what all you start today. Health will quickly follow and you will be satisfied. Special thanks to CAB-CAM, a firm dedicated to love and care. How's This? We offer One Hundred Dollar reward for any case of Catarsch that cannot be curd by Hall's F. J. CHENEY & CO., Props. Toledo, O. W. We the undersigned, have known F. J. Cheney for the last 15 years and believe him painfully to have made financially able to carry out any obligations made by their firm. Druggists, Kinnan and Marrin, Wholesale Druggists, Toledo, Ohio. The Catarsch Care is taken internally, activating the system and numerous surfaces of the hall. Testmonials sent free. Price 750 per bottle. Sold by all druggists. Hall's Family Pills are the best. Some men travel where they will; others when they can. You Can Get Allen's Foot-Ense Free- Write to-day to Allen S. Olmsted, Le Roy, N. Y., for a FREE sample of Allen's Foot-Ease, a powder. It cures sweating, damp, swollen, aching feet. Makes new or tight shoes easy. A certain cure for Chilblains and Frost-bites. At all druggists and shoe stores; 25c. Mercy is a virtue that will ever be popular. A Colonel in the British South African Army says that Adams' Tutti Frutti was a blessing to his men while marching. Put a little tabasco sauce in your work; warm up, as it were. You take no chances when you buy Russ Bleaching Blue. This famous article makes clothes whiter than snow. Refuse imitations. Don't scatter your fire—aim at the bull's eye. PUTNAM FADELESS DYES produce the fastest and brightest colors of any known dye stuilt. It is better to be over-anxious than it is to be over-confident. Piso's Cure for Consumption is an inattillible medicine for coughs and colds—N. W. SAMUEL, Ocean Grove, N. J. L. P. 17, 1890. Pat Crowe says his name is being noised around without caws. TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY. Take LAXATIVE BROMO QUINNIE TABLETS. All drugstores refund the money if it fails to cure. E. W. Grove's signature is on the box. So. Before marriage men and women argue; after that they dispute. If you have had la gripe, a few doses of Garfield Tea will cleanse the system of all impurities and hasten recovery. The amount of German capital invested in China is over $70,000,000. "Gonova" Tablets are guaranteed by the Kidd Drug Co. Eligib, to cure all diseases and infections of the urinary system, bladder, etc. Internal with injuction. For mail E1, or 2 for $5. Get a lot of the wares of J. R. Harburt Co. Des Mines away. Do carry a full line of syringes, not water bags, etc. If you cannot pay your debts, say so; do not dodge them like you would flying brickbats. **OPIUM, EUREKA!** FOUND AT LAST Don't waste time for these tablets on something new. WHISSESSOR SANITARIES, Thiberton, --- Comforting Nothing so surely breaks up the enjoyments of winter as attacks of Rheumatism Nothing so surely cures the trouble as St. Jacobs Oil Nothing so surely cures the trouble as THE MOST LIVE CHICKS from a tray full of eggs. That's what you want and that's what you get with the Sure Hatch Incubator. free catalogue containing 100 poultry for your home. Sure Hatch Incubator Co., Clay Center, Neb. 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Billion Dollar Grass will pervidently make you rich. 19 tons of it will be used for grass, hay, bronzed, Powder, Spirits (400 lb. corn, 250 lb. oats per a, jets, etc. For this Notice and 100s of it will be used for grass, hay, bronzed, Powder, Spirits (400 lb. corn, 250 lb. oats per a, jets, etc. For this Notice and 100s of it will be used for grass, hay, bronzed, Powder, Spirits (400 lb. corn, 250 lb. oats per a, jets, etc. For 1 lc. 7 splendid vegetable and 8 brilliant flower seeds and catalog. JOHN A. SALZER SEED CO. LA CROSSE, WS. DROPSY NEW DISCOVERY, gives quick relief and cures wounds. Book of testimonials and 10 DATA'T treatment. FREK. B. H. IL GREENS' SONS, Box B, Atlanta, Ga. that will lighten the ills RACE ECHOES. It is estimated that colored people own and pay taxes on 225,000 acres of land in the delta counties of Mississippi. ```markdown ``` At Savannah, Ga., a number of white boys are employed at printing and carpentering, and other work under Negro employment. 山为 Jacksonville, Fla., Dec. 27- The first international council of Grand Master Masons, colored, met at noon today in the Masenic Temple, with colored Masons dignitaries present from all parts of the world. --- Pine Bluff, Ark., Dec 26. -The Boyd plantation, across the Arkansas river, opposite Pine Bluff, has been sold by the Equitable Security Co. of New York to E. E. Fluker, a Negro merchant of this city. The consideration was $15 000, and the place contains 2,100 acres. ```markdown ``` In Oklahoma there are 60,000 colored people, men, women and children, or 13,000 colored voters; from careful compilation of statistics there are 7,000 colored men owning farms, which will strike an average at $800 each; which is a very low average, as there are numbers of colored farmers who can cash their farms today for $3,000. But placing all at $800 each, that would make a great total of at least $5,600,000 owned in farm property by colored men of Oklahoma. ST. LOUIS NEGROES IN BUSINESS From the St. Louis Palladium. There are about one hundred business establishments among the colored people in St. Louis, among which are eight well-doing groceries, two excellent drug stores, three extensive dealers in merchandise, besides a goodly number of paving and mechanical business conducted in the most creditable manner. One corporation with a capital stock of $50,000. We have sixteen dentists and physicians who have a flourishing practice and who are rapidly acquiring a competency. These Negro doctors are learned and skilled, so recognized by both races, among which their practice extends. In legal profession twelve lawyers find a lucrative field for their talents. One is o prosecuting attorney for the city, and others have represented celebrated cases before the State and Federal Supreme courts. There are thirty-seven carriers and clerks in the federal departments, many of whom by long service and study have acquired an efficiency which none excel. In the various branches of the city government are thirteen colored clerks and deputies, whose salaries range from $75 to $150 per month. Besides these are a goodly number of colored men who hold positions to which comfortable salaries are attached. We have thirty-three well organized religious congregations, with churches and meeting halls, among which are four church edifices that would be a credit to any people. Our pulpits are being filled with scholars as well as pious men, who eloquently analyze and expound the most difficult questions in the theology of their faith. There are over a hundred colored teachers in our public schools, all of whom have been tested in the ordeals of one of the most complete school systems of America—the St. Louis school systems. Some of our Negro educators are men of original powers, and their presence in our schools add to the excellence of the system. In the charitable direction our churches and societies are doing good work, and the orphan asylum and the two colored hospitals act as handmaids of benovelent movements among the colored people of the city. The Epworth League, Christian Endeavor and Y. M. C. A. are prominent among our literary and religious organizations, the latter of which is buying a magnificent building for headquarters. We have scores of secret and benevolent societies, which care for the sick and bury the dead, and maintain a fraternal compact that will last through centuries. Recently, on account of the numerous outrages in the South, thousands of Negro immigrants have come and made their homes in St. Louis. Many of them are thrifty and aggressive and some of them have established the most flourishing business enterprises among tre colored people of this city. Counting the floating population, which is always considerable in a commercial centre like St. Louis, our number easily reach the importantfigure of 50,000 living souls. THE LIBRARIAN. Miss Ella McLoney's reappointment as librarian gives general satisfaction. She has made a study of library work and in addition to her fitness for the place she has proven to be very courteous and obliging and has added much to the popularity of the library. Miss McLoney has resided in Des Moines 16 years and has been librarian for 10 years. She was educated at Iowa college, Grinnell, and was for eight years secretary and treasurer of the Iowa Library association. MISS BERTHA WILSON Miss Wilson has spent nine years in the library. She is entirely competent and is highly esteemed by all the patrons. Sue was educated in the East Des Moines high school and at Calanan college, and also graduated with high honors from this training school for the librarians at Madison, Wis. She has always been tautured and courteous, and is deserving of the honors she has received. DR. W. N. HEATON. Among those members of the library board who have been governed more by a desire for the welfare of the library than by any personal or political reasons, is Dr. Heaton, whose record shows that merit has been the chief consideration with him rather than other causes in considering the claims of applicants for appointment in library work. He has always been conscientious, fair and honorable. Dr. Heaton is a well known dentist at 523 East Locust street, and it is a matter of fact that his standing in the professiona world is of a high character, just a is his standing in social and official circles. His record is above reproach and should be above captious criticism of interested parties. MISS WINTERROWD Among the older members of the efficient staff which has contributed so much to the success of the library is Miss Gentiisa Winterrowd, who was appointed assistant librarian nine years ago. She was capable at that time, and every patron of the library knows that her competency has increased steadily and that she has kept pace with the progress made in library affairs. Among the entire force there is none who is better posted or who, owing to her uniform courtesy and obliging disposition, is more liked by the patrons She is entitled to all the honors she has received—and more. Miss Winterrowd was born in Des Moines and after attending the high school of East Des Moines, received further education at the Callanan college. After five years' experience at the state library, she entered the city library. She made a study of library work, having received her diploma from the Madison, Wis., library school, the best in the United States. Miss Winterrowd is deservedly popular with all the patrons of the library. DOCTORY OURSELF: "Gonova" Tablets are mailed and guaranteed by Kidd Drug Company Elgin, 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 stricture, harmless and painless. An internal remedy 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 J. R. Hurlbut Co., Des Meines, la. Full line of Rubber Goods; name what you want. Pneumonia Can be Prevented. This disease always results from a cold or an attack of the grip and may be prevented by the timely use of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. 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