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Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31
LIKE THE PIED PIPER.
How Rats Are Trapped by the Engiisimen
in Burmah.


Rats nay readily be induced to drop or
Jump into any receptacle, especially II It
affords them adequate concealment. and
they do this without one lingering sUspl-
cion OF their inability TO reach the only eX-
listing outlet when the time for retreat ap-
proacheS. Thus traps on this principal
may readily be designed, and are obviously
preferable to our rat traps where the YER
min are numerous This method was thus
explained by or correspondent, who spoke
OF the traps as being most successfully
used III Burmah, where the rats are per
feet pest. The jar trap was set for three
nights
On the first occasion I saw twenty-five
rats turned ont. On the second night only
nine rats were caught. The trap was then
put away for weeks, when it was again sue
cessfully used, but / am unable to say 10
what extent it then succeeded. The COM
mon Pegu jar l used was about one and 4
half or two feet deep and fourteen or If
teen inches broad, and 4 hole was punched
III the shoulder just large enough for rat
TO enter. There was about six or seven
inches of PADDY (ricc in husk) in the jar
which was buried 10 within eight inches of
the top. The mouth OF the jar was then
closed with board and atone. y quantity
of old timber ioists and straw were III the
Clubhouse, and no end OF rat holes every
where around.
Il incline to the opinion that my blue
legged Burmah servant Very ,judiciousIy'
punched the hole with an old nail and L
hammer, for though it was by no means
regular or quite round lit seemed at first
sight too small, it just admitted a hungry
rat. l do not think the rats. after they had
eaten all the grain, could have gotten
through the hole, they seemed so filled out :
otherwise, with such lot in the jar, some
could have got TO the hole and pulled
through, imaigre. \ moving mass of
frightened, screaming rats is 4 bad taking
OFF, for Jump, admit, but an old fellow
now and then might have hit the hole. I
doubt if he could. however, have got
through" 1t is important, however, in
traps of this Sind to see that the inside II
the vessel is so smooth as TO afford no foot
mold for the rats, or they will readily escape
by climbing the sides
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31
1T IS SETTLED.
Triumph Of the Congressional
Party Complete.
ALL WILL SOON BE SERENE.
A Few Days More and Provisional Coy
eminent VIII Be Formed-Messages
to Washington that Tell the
Story-Foreigu Notes.
Triumph Complete.

VALPARAISO, Gull. Aug. Sn.-SantlaSo
has been formally surrendered. The tn
umph OF the Congressional party IS COM
plete, and peace and quiet may De looked
for in Chilli before many days have passed.
After the crushing defeat which Balma-
ceda's forces met at the hands OF Gen.
Canto's troops 90 the hills back Of this city,
and the subsequent entry of the Conquer
ing army into Valparaiso, the
fall of the capitol was only =
question OF time. Iusurgeut leaders in
tended to make it question of only
Very short time. too. for active prepdra-
tons Were being made 10 send Z force OF
men sufficient to overcome all possible Op-
position at Santiago as soon as the railroad
could be repaired, and arrangements made
for the transportation OF troops. All thus
proved unnecessary, however, for early this
morning word was received from represeu-
tativeS of Balmaceda AT the capital asking
for Il conference with 4 view To sur
render. The request was readily
granted, and Gen. Baqueapanerno.
who was formerly commander
in-chief in the CHILEAN army was designated
10 act for the CougresSOnaliSts y meeting
was held aud the terms of the surrender
were arranged.
To all intents the capitolis now in the pos
session of the Junta, and within i few hours
II will be actually in charge of their officials.
\ few days more and the Iunta will form a
provisional government, which they insist
must he recognized as the only legitimate
government of Chill. and the work of reOc-
gaining and rchabilitating the country can
proceed.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31

refused to accept the sub-treasury
proposition as legitimate means Of re-
lief for present evils, and the Alliance
is denouncing him. His friends in that
order, which include all who oppose
the sub-treasury scheme, are disguised
with such spirit of intolerance, and
their detection has irreparably weak
ened the Alliance. 1t could not force
another governor on Georgia. Its su-
premacy here is measured by the
length of the term of Office OF the men
whom it elected.
\ like state OF affairs exists in South
Carolina and in Tennessee. The Al
lance compelled the nomination by the
Democrats of Tillman and OF Buchanan
for governors OF those states. Tillman
and Buchanan reject the sub-treasury
foolishness, and measured by this test
they are no longer good Alliance mem
bers. But the sub-treasury faction, be-
ing in control, denounces the Alliance
governors OF those states. and their
friends in the Alliance cling to them
and grow disguised atAlliance bigotry.
Division and weakness in the order fol-
low.
Ii Missouri, Mississippi and Texas
the Alliance made very little, if any,
impression upon state politics in the
last election. Even in those states,
without any spells to quarrel over, the
sub-treasury rule-or-ruin policy has
brought in discord and cast out the
men whose devotion and organizing
ability built up the Alliance. Their
friends stand by them, and the outcome
is hopelessly divided and irretrieva-
bly, lost organization for political good.
Such are some of the results of ten
months of political power and agitation
in the Alliance. Power ruined it. The
DAY Of Alliance perihelion has gone by.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31

dant visitors as their best subjects, but
the confidence men OF the advertising
fraternity find the best, and presum-
ably shrewdest business men their cas-
lest victims. Many of these schemers
have been heard to openly boast that
there is no scheme so absurd that it
will not find ready patronage, and ex-
perience shows their statement to be
correct. If the city garbage carts were
provided with good lamps, some Sen
terprising'' tradesman would, without
doubt, appropriate their sides for par
aiding his name before the slumbering
public. Now, the most serious thing
about all this diversion OF good money
into bad channels is the injurious effect
it has upon advertising itself. Men go
into detestable schemes, loose their
money and denounce advertising.
From THE History OF Advertising"
in the National Advertiser.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31

AT LAST, after sitting the truth from
the lies that have been sent out from
Chill, 1t seems q settled fact that the
insurgents, congressionalists rebels. or
whatever they are 10 be called, have
wen the day. Balmaceda is whipped
and fleeing for his life. The ablest of
his generals are killed, his troops dis
persed or gone over to the victorious
party. who have entered Valparaiso
and have everything their own way.
This result of the war will not be IA
vorable to the United States. The
vigor OF the effort to capture the Itata,
an insurgent vessel. and the snubbing
that the Congressional ENJOYS received
in Washington while they were apply
ing for recognition will be remembered
to our disadvantage by the new gov
crnment. Mr.. Blaines pet idea OF
reciprocity will find no encouragement
in Chilli
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31
TO TILE GAZETTE GIRLS

What THE GAZETTE had hoped to
soy to the young ladies before their de-
parture, could they have been gathered
together in one special car, it must at
tempt to write. These young ladies go
to Hardin college as the representatives
of a great state. No ordinary incentive
is theirs, no commonplace response
bility. Upon them devolves duty be-
yond that of utilizing the opportunities
for education. All that is proud, all
that is good, all that is ambitious, all
that is hopeful, all that is grand and
great in Texas these dear girls must
exemplify in daily walk and conversa-
ton. People in Texas who had no i'm
mediate interest in the contest would
be grievously disappointed at any re-
port from Hardin that did not illustrate
the name and fame OF this Southwestern
empire. THE GAZETTE girls have the
honor and repute of state in their
keeping. and The GAZETTE has no fear
OF the result.
And, young ladies OF Texas, THE
GAZETTE not only has no fear that you
will worthily represent this great state.
but it bids you beware OF each other.
You will all be amiable and consid-
crate, but each of You carries away
from Texas not only resolve to win
the honors from all other girls, but
from each other. And THE GAZETTE
applauds. Let each GAZETTE CIR!
never forget that The GAZETTE wishes
her to win. Come back to us crowned
and you shall have medium for the ex-
tolling of your praise forever. God
bless you all.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31
Have Not Recovered From the Surprise.

WAsHISGToS, Aug 3O-The unexpected
turn in affairs in Chilli was the subject OF
paramount interest at the State and Navy
departments. Admiral Browns failure TO
report is believed TO be due to the fact that
he is very busy disposing of the vessels ana
seamen of his squadron, so as 10 insure
American property against damage, and
American residents of the surrendered
city against violence. Department officers
have not yet recovered from their surprise.
II was believed that the city was so
strongly fortified that if properly defended
it could have successfully resisted pro-
tracted siege. The inference is drawn that
the Congressional element in the city was
reinforced by strong business interests that
secured the speedy cspitulation Of the city
after they had become satisfied that Bal
maceda's forces could no longer afford AIDE
euate protection. 1t is not believed here
that Balmaceda has been completely de
feated, and the mountainous character of
the interior country ne occupied would per-
NIT of an admirable defensive campaign
Still it is recalled that most of the military
supplies of Balmaceda'S forces entered the
country through Valparaiso, and that Bal
maceda's small navy has lost us only forti-
fed port which may have a depressing
effect upon the fortunes OF his party.
AS to the diplomatic aspect of the situa-
ton, il has not been changed by Fridays
events. As long as Balmaceda remains in
possession of Santiago, the capital of Chilli
and until the Congressional party shall have
set up i defacto government. winch our
minister reports is really the government
of the country, the Department of State
cannot have relations with the Congress-
ionai party and must continue TO recognize
Balmdceda as president and Senior IasCano
as minister of Chill.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31
Messages That Tel The STORY.

WAsHINGToN, Aug. 30.-'The following
dispatch dated Valparaiso, Aug. 29th. has
been received at the navy department from
Rear Admiral Brown:
The Insurgents have possession of the
city. VALPARAISO was taken yesterday
morning after very sanguinary engage
ment. The government had the advantage
of 4 good position but bad geueraship.
The troops are disalfected. The
insurgents ships are not present. The
forts are not engaged Lynch, with three
second-class torpedo boats, captured. The
foreign admirals demanded guarantee in
protecting the lives and property of foreign
subjects. ! have 100 men al the consulate.
Many refugees are aboard. The provisional
president Is here"
The following dispatch was received this
afternoon by Mr. Mont, one of the Congress
sional ENJOYS:
'IQUIQUE. Aug. %, 1891.
Don Pedro Montt, Washington:
''1hc junta OF the Congressional govern
ment is en- route for Santiago to-day.
Signed ''ERRASZU RIZ."
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31
THE BRIEF SPAN OF LIFE.

Acquaintance with the recent history
of the Alliance does not beget conf
dence in the permanence of that order
as a force in our public affairs. In vic
tory it finds defeat, and what should be
a source of strength is 10 it a cause OF
disintegration.
Passing through ones mind in brief
order the accomplishments Of the Al
lance. this fact is too clearly borne out
TO permit denial. Where its strength
has been greatest and it has done the
most, there is it now weak, divided and
warning.
The Republicans OF Kansas were over
thrown by the Alliance. 1t elected a
legislature that defeated ingalls, and
put PETER in the senate Of the United
States. It changed the political com
pleyion OF the congressional delegation
from that state. which had been solidly
Republican, and made it an Alliance
delegation. Power such as this has
brought division into the order, its
leaders are quarreling, the Republican
members are falling off and going back
70 their party allegiance. It's great
and unexpected victory was won less
than year ago. If the campaign were
10 De fought over to-day. the Alliance
would be overwhelmed in Kansas. A
few short months is the measure OF its
life.
The Alliance elected Governor
Northern in Georgia. 1t was united at
that time, and solid for him. He has
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31

gam Erie, Pa, or during her cruise upon
HE lakes, and such other vessels as may
nom time to time be designated for this
service.
Apprentices will be sent to the United
States training ship New Hampshire at
Casters Harbor island, as soon after en-
isment as practicable. B. F. TRACY,
Secretary of the Navy.
\, B.-F'or the benefit of any adventur
Gus youth wishing to avail himself of the
offelcd chance, l will state that besides the
naval veterans we have five young men in
this city that were apprentices, and will
give any desired information.
A. L. LOWE,
eran Association
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31
BRANCH OFFICES.


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Agent Once: 81 Elm street. where orders
for suoscr ptions and advertising should be
1T TIE GAZETTE can De found OF sale al al
LeHs stands IN The city
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Once: PostofiCe building, - Chestnut. street,
first hooT, where all orders for subscriptions
ana advertising should he left
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street
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Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31
tn cnRnEsrnNnES1s.

THE GAZETTE viii not undertake 10 return
rejected manuscripts Persons wishing 10 pre-
Ec-yg their literary productions should retain
copies OF ali communications sent this ONCE
tor publication.
;9F-An letters or communications for The
GAZETTE. whether on business or for publlca-
ton should be addressed 10 THE GAZETTE, or
Democrat Publishing Company, Fort Worth
. ex.. ana not 10 any Individual
All communications intended .Or publication
must be accompanied by the writer's name and
Aac Address-not for publication, bat as an Ell
Genes OF good faith. No attention paid 10
.nOnvrnous communications.
Parties writing 70 THE GAZETTE on business
personal 10 themselves VIII please enclose
t.afuD for TepiS
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31

WASHINGTON, Aug. 30-It is stated on
good authority that the reported rejection
by the government OF Venezuela of the re-
ciprocity treaty with the United States
was incorrect, the treaty was not
correct, but the government of Vene-
zuela sent IL back and asked that certain
notifications be made, for the reason that
the concessions contemplated would de-
crease the national revenues at least 30 per
cent. This is more than the government can
afford. The Venezuelan government is
willing to concede about one-half the reduc-
ton asked and the negotiations Will be re
ucWed
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31

THE county assessment reports now
coming in show Z healthy rate Of in
crease in wealth all over the state in
the twelve months between January /,
1890, and January /. 1921. What will
be the report for 1891, if the Gossett
alien law is allowed TO stand? The
shrinkage viii be greater than the in
crease OF the preceding year.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31
A Protest Against Mas.ine Troops

PARIS. Aug. 3O.-The Scrvian govern
ment has communicated with NJ Ribot, the
French minister of foreign Affairs. in re
gard to the portes diplomatic intcrveutionbe-
tween Bulgaria and Servia, the porte having
protested against Servia's massing troops.
ostensibiy for mauoeuvres ON the Bulgarian
frontier II is reported that ". Ribot ad-
vised Servia TO adopt Pacific attitude. and
to refrain from offensive demonstrations
against Bulgaria.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31
v. S. NAVAL SERVICE.
Circular Relating To the Enlistment of
Boys i'll the Service.
NAVY DEPARTMENT.
" ASHINGTON, Jan. l, 1899.

NAVY DEPARTMENT.
WASHINGTON, Jan. l, 1890.
Section 141S (Revised Statutes Of the
United Statesl Boys between the ages
of fourteen and eighteen years may be en-
listed to serve in the navy until they shall
arrive at the age of twenty -one years. Il =
Section 1919. Minors between the ages
of fourteen and eighteen Years shall not be
enlisted for the naval service without the
consent of their parents or guardians
Section 1920. No minor under the age of
fourteen years, no insane or intoxicated
person, and no deserter from the naval or
military service of the United States, shall
be enlisted in the naval service
Boys enlisted for the naval service must
be of robust frame, intellirent, of perfectly
sound and healthy constitution, free from
any physical defects or malformation, and
not subject to fits.
Their height and measurement must be
as follows:
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31

THE Missouri Alliance has accom-
plished the feat OF swallowing Il camel
"a whole menagerie Of them. hump
and all-while straining and gagging
at gnat. The most rabid advocates
OF the sub-treasury were elected to the
contro. OF the Alliance. but the sub
treasury plank Of the Oea!a platform
was rejected.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31

Tie only rravelug persons male or female,
- present authorized 10 receive and receipt lor
suUsCri pIious 10 THE tiAZETTE are:
= y Hogan John !. McDuf,
Il. Barbec. c r Bcwley,
". X Marchmaa. Mrs. M.uona Ross,
Mrs g. b Baugh, v. T. ROySter,
L.. Calhoun. o. ". Ellington,
Miss Annie Sha pard, Mr.. NJ j Roberts,
: II Bel. Geo. a. Paine.
The public are cautioned not 10 pay money
90 any other persons representing them
selves Is travelling agents Of This paper aS all
authority heretofore issued 10 any Other person
thaH those named Is hereby revoked
DEMOCRAT PUBLISHING COMPANY.
Luna
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31

PARIS, Aug. 3O.-A dispatch to the Esta-
fette from Vienna says: The Empress OF
Austria shows symptoms of insanity. She
is very eccentric, desiring bizarre COSTUMES
in which TO appear in public, and indulging
in other Oddities The emperor has called
a medical expert, who has pronounced the
case a grave one. being associated with an
hereditary ma!ady.
The Duchess d'Alenon. sister Of the en-
press, is in an insane asylum at Gratz, and
the mad King OF Bavaria is cousin of the
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31
SCHEMES.

Hundreds OF men are making fine in
comes each year by means Of devices.
not only useless TO advertisers. but alb
solutely harmful. The amount OF mon
ey thus extorted frem the open pockets
Of gullible men is something wonder
in, Confidence Dlen usually seek YER
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31

THOSE good people who character
lied as rot THE GAzETTE's sugges-
ton OF q water supply from wells bored
at the head OF main street, are now call
ing on the council TO act on that sug-
gestion. When it comes to working for
Fort Worth, THE GAZETTE does not
deal in rot"
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31

FORT WORTH was the first town in
Texas to bore an artesian well and
Fort Worth has the biggest artesian
well now in the Union. Fort Worth is
a leader in all things. 1t has the big
gest packery in the South, the biggest
brewery, and viii be the biggest city in
The olIfhweSt
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31

THE meaning Of the word advertise,
ito make known" explains its impor-
lance. Make known what you have to
sell or what you wish TO buy. The
benefits are so far-reaching that you
cannot tell where they will end. Like
the ripples Of water caused by stone,
they extend far beyond the sight
keokuk Ia Gate City.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31
TIE GAZETTE MACHINE.
How the People Can save se5 on First
Class Sewing Machine.

A sewing machine is household neces
sity, and when tirst-class machine, equa
in all respects to other machines, can be
bought for one-half the money, it is tn
part of wisdom and economy TO save the
useless expenditure. Ladies who wish to
buy tirst-class high-arm Me- sewing ma
chine can see such a machine at The GAz-
ETTE business Office, and they can buy such
a machine for only s23 if they subscribe to
the weekly. daily or Sunday GAZETTE.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31

All Pos1AAsTERS in the state are authorized
20 take subscriptions TO TIE GAZETTE.
LIBERAL COMMISSIONS ALLoTED-Wrfte for
terms and sample copies.
REMTrTANCEs-By draft, check, postofhce
InoLey order or registered letter can be sent at
our RISK. All other character CT remittaaces
~ seuGer'S risk.
Silver can he sent in registered letter.
AL checks. money orcer5. etc, must be made
payable 10 TIE GAZETTE, Fort Worth Texas.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31

No STATE in the Union ever had
such a promise of development as
Texas had when the cheap money ex-
pulsion act came in the guise Of Cos
sett's alien land law.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31

No MAN asks for repeal OF the alien
land law. All men who are doing any
thing to build up Texas plead for an
amendment to that law which will
drive cheap money out of Texas.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31

THE bigger the cotton crop raised in
the South, the less it brings. By culti-
waiting half as mnch ground the plant
ers could make more money-if all Of
them would agree TO cultivate only
half as much.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31
Cotton Burned at Lyons.
Special to the Gazette.

Special 70 me TaZeIIe.
BRENNAN, WASHINGTON COUNTY. TEX.
Aug 30-At Lyons, station north of
here on the Santa Fe, yesterday a passing
engine set fire to a lot of cotton on the plat
form and burned seventy-five bales before
the flames could be subdued. The timely
arrival of an engine with water saved the
depot and cotton seed house adjoining.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31
Holland and Belgium Exhibits.

BRUSSELS. Aug. 30.-Members Of the for
eign committee OF the Chicago Columbian
fair commission have had satisfactory in
terview with the minister of commerce
Both Holland ard Belgium viii appoint
commissions to attend TO the exhibits of
these two countries al the fair.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-08-31

Editor Gazette.
Please state the amount OF tariff duty on
steel bilIets used for making drawing barb
wire; also amount Of duty. if any, on barb
wire manufactured. MERCHANT.
THE GAZETTE is not in possession Of
4 copy Of the Mckinley tariff act, and
cannot answer this question. II any
reader Of THE GAZETTE can furnish
the askedfor information its columns
are free to him.