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The Portland daily press., 1892-04-16
Indians of Ability.

Several full blood Indians have of late
years shown their ability to succeed in
tho avocations of the white man. Gen
eral Parker, the Iroquois, was General
Grants chief of staff and is now pur-
chasing agent of the New York police
department, and the most noted mem
Der OF the Creek Nation is General Por-
ter, of Muscogee, I. T., who has repre-
sented his people as agent at the national
capital for many years. He is a very
picture of Indian manhood and vigor,
for ne is tall, straight and swarthy. His
eye glistens like an eagles. His title of
general arose from the skill with which
he put an end to the three Creek insur-
rections in 1872, 1879 and 1884.
The Portland daily press., 1892-04-16
THE NEW MINISTER TO JAPAN.
He Is a Californian and So Was His
Chief Competitor.

He Is a Californian and So Was His
Chief Competitor.
President Harrison's appointment of
Frank L. Coombs as minister to Japan
to succeed the late John F. Swift is be-
lieved by close observers to be conces-
sion to the apparently valid claim that
the people of the Pacific coast are more
In touch with the affairs of China and
Japan than are the residents Of the east
Gn states.
The new minister is a representative
of the younger school of politicians. He
was born thirty-eight years ago in
Napa, California, and has always made
that place his home. Napa, by the way,
is also the home of the Eon. NJ. M.
Estee. He was educated in the public
schools, and his record as pupil was
highly creditable. Long before most
boys begin to think of their future
career, young Coombs had decided that
he would be lawyer. AS a means to
that end he went to New York and en-
tered the law department of Columbia
college, whence he was graduated with
honor in due season.
He Immediately began to practice in
Napa, and displayed much ability.
When only twenty-five years of age he
was elected to the Office of district attor-
ney, and upon the expiration of his term
was chosen to succeed himself. Finding
that official duties We're seriously inter
fering with his practice he temporarily
retired from public life. But his neigh
bors wanted his services, and so in 1886
they sent him to the legislature. He was
returned in 1883 and again in 1890, in
which latter year he was chosen speak
er. This was the celebrated 'legisla-
ture of a thousand Scandals" from
The Portland daily press., 1892-04-16

he had attained the rank of major, and
was finally brevetted lieutenant colonel.
In 1869 he had his first banking expert
ence as cashier in Noblesville Qna.)
bank. Now he is president of the Les
Angeles National bank, and is director
OF seven other southern California banks
and of the California Central railroad
Fine buildings in Los Angeles are monu-
ments to his enterprise, and he is known
In all California as a shrewd business
man.
The Portland daily press., 1892-04-16

Wool ashes are never wasted when
used as fertilizer. Z
The Portland daily press., 1892-04-16
for Infants and Children.

ssCastoria isso well adapted to children that
Irecommend itas superior to any prescription
known to me-" Fl. A. ARCHER, N. D.,
iii So. Oxford St., Brooklyn, Ny.
The Portland daily press., 1892-04-16
The Rout of the Slave Traders.

1t is gratifying to learn that the Arabs
who used to catch thousands of slaves in
the Bahr ell Ghazel country, where DR..
Junker worked SO long, upon extending
their ravages hundreds of miles west
ward, met the forces of the Congo Free
State and Suffered overwhelming defeat.
Captain Ponthier, commander of the
State forces, reports that he has de-
stroyed the chief Arab strongholds and
has set hundreds of slaves at liberty.
The Arabs were wasting the whole
country with fire and sword, and the
natives were powerless to resist them.
Mood ashos aro .ao.roz x.rnstoa uzho,,
The Portland daily press., 1892-04-16
TIE TABERNACLE.

a splendid and harmless one. It is
SO feet wide, 200 feet long and 1888 feet
high to the top of the corner finals.
The central tower is 210 feet high and
on it stands the truly colossal statue of
the Angel Moroni. The material of the
walls is light gray granite, and the
total cost Of the structure is at least
$4,000, 900.
The Portland daily press., 1892-04-16

Miss Minnie Il. Stone so long i'm
the employ of Miss e. MI. owen.
takes this method TO inform her
friends and customers that she
has accepted a position i'm the
store of Eastman Bros. & BAN
croft, where she hopes to have
the pleasure of serving them.
apr12d1w
The Portland daily press., 1892-04-16
'TTSs&w1ynrmcT

A With druggists shelves full Of
Remarkable cure-all preparations and nos
Specific. trums, public aversion to ex-
periments with disease is well
founded. But there is increasing confidence IN the
few tried and proved specifics. Ath-lo-phoros is nei
ther an accident nor an experiment. 1t had scien-
tc origin and has stood the test OF years as specific
cure for Rheumatism. 1t relieves acute attacks Of
Rheumatism and Neuralgia almost Immediately, and
faithful use of it conquers most obstinate chronic
cases. Much of the testimony to this effect seems al
most incredible were not the vouchers indisputable
%. E. Grover, Gassett's, Windsor Co, ,Vt,wrote
Nov. 10, 1ss1 "Ath-lopho-ros is the greatest remedy
for Rheumatisa ercr knew. It has cured me after
everything tafled. ."z-s1 per bottle All Drug
g!sts. The Athlophofos Co., New Haven, Conn.
janis Tu, Th,S.ceS6mnrm
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1892-04-29

| iheF nad been OuGwlLUeI. aIIV enc, 49,
| ly perceived the uselessness of Keeping
| up hostilities.
With muttered imprecatiOns they
wheeled their horses and rode away
and the officer ordered his men to move
forward. A few minutes brought them
to the Travellers Rest, where they were
challenged by the guards. But it only
required moment for the settlers to
discover that the newcomers were a
company of the military. and they were
given warm welcome.
And who can describe the Joy of the
little garrison on seeing Fanny Riggsby
descend from the ambulance. to he
clasped in her mothers arms. They
had missed her from the house and all
feared that some great evil had befallen
her.
When at last they learned of the dan
gers she had passed through for their
sakes, the settlers crowded about her
and clasped her hands warmly in theirs,
whileitears We're seen on more than one
bearded cheek.
1t was now long past midnight. and
Lieutenant Hawley ordered a halt for
the remainder of the night.
I'VE will remain here till daylight -
he said, land by that time the settlers
will be collected and be. on hand ready
to defend you against any attack that
the cattlemen may make"
His words We're received with cheer
by the garrison, who now felt that the
great danger that threatened them had
passed
Thank God for his mercy and good
ness" said Mrs. Riggsby reverently.
while the tears ran down her cheeks
He has not fors&ken us in our hour of
need.
Amen responded one of the settlers
earnestly, but while the Lords been
helpin us, | reckon the little gal has bin
doin her part.
That she has" replied Lieutenant
Hawley warmly. shes brave noble
girl, and this garrison ought to be proud
of her"
lit IS" came from dozen voices.
Daylight was Just breaking over the
great prairie when Il company of nearly
a hundred mounted and armed settlers
arrived ut the inn.
But it was found that the cattlemen
had withdrawn their forces during the
night, and the settlers were, for the time
being, complete masters of the situation.
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soon as ne Iarns UnaJ E:,G ropes WASH
killed, said Mrs. Riggsby. The pay
master met him near Scott, an reckon
he'll write to us when he gifts thar.
Course he will" remarked Simon
Riggsby. But don't it beat all about
him gittin ketched an 'scapin from them
robbersg
Its iist Providence and nothing
else, declared Mrs. Riggsby,
ii reckon you air right-things do
seem ter work out kinder strange like,
agreed Mr. Riggsby.
Nothing transpired during the night
worthy of mention. and it looked as if
the cattlemen had concluded that peace
was more profitable than war. During
the day many of the settlers returned
to their homes, but with the under
standing that they were to again assem-
BILE at the inn should any sign of trouble
arise. Those who remained at the inn
brought new supply of provisions from
their cabins, and prepared to stay for a
week if it should prove necessary.
But what of Ben Ropes and his fol-
lowers?
AT the close of their unsuccessful
siege at the inn they had withdrawn their
forces, and close upon this came the
news from the north that drove of cat
tie in which Ropes had an interest, and
which was being driven to Kansas
City, had been stampeded by the set
tiers and several head of the stock killed
Ropes gave vent to succession OF
bitter oaths when the news was brought.
and declared his intention to start al
once for the scene of the trouble.
81 tell you this thing has got to stop,
he cried in rage There amt no such
thing as Texas fever--it's only IA dodge
the settlers have taken to keep our cattle
out of the state But they'll fail-or my
name amt Ben Ropesm
1T looks as if we war gettin the worst
nv it all round" remarked one of the
cowboys in a tone of disgust. Reckon
we'll be run plumb out NV the state if
things don't change"
Its old Riggsby's fault that we didn't
come out ahead here" said Ropes in a
savage voice, But I'll pay him for his
tricks--see if don't But what puzzles
me is how the settlers got wind of what
we were going to do. They must a
knowed about our plans or they wouldn't
"a been at the tavern waitin for us when
we made the attack"
That's so"
I'VE lost two men and got several
wounded, but we sent one of them t.
grass that we know of"
II reckon we'll do better next time
If we don't, then you can turn me
over to the foolkiller" calculated Ropes
with a savage gesture. And I'll get re-
venge on old Riggsby if it takes IA life
timer
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1892-04-29

proDaDIe That the BOY nad overheard -
conversation, and might expose all our
plans if he escapedY'
Yes"
And they will keep him secure if
they find him?"
There will be no chance of him Civ
ing us any more trouble once they lay
eyes on him." replied the woman in a
significant tone.
"Good! Then We'll be off as soon as
possible.
A half hour later buggy containing
the evil pair entered the Military road
and We're driven rapidly in the direction
of Fort Scott
Although the sharpest watch was kept
by Suggs and his companion, no traces
of the youth were discovered, for as the
reader already knows Dan Riggsby did
not venture from the cover of the thicket
ON the creek till after nightfall.
Twilight was fast deepening into
night when the two reached Fort Scott
and drew up in front of the Occidental
hotel.
Mortimer Dill was standing on the
piazza as the buggy came up, and came
hastily forward to greet the two. a smile
upon his sallow face.
lyon are late he said. after bowling
politely to the woman. Il expected you
some hours ago"
I'VE were detained" answered Suggs,
but III not explain here" and hastily
descending from the buggy he assisted
the woman to alight: then throwing the
lines to "A porter, the three entered the
hotel
This way" said Dill, leading the way
into the rather dinghy furnished room
that served as Il parlor. There was no
one in the room save themselves, and
closing the door behind them Aaron
Suggs said:
This is Mr.. Dill, Mrs. Riggsby; Mr..
Dill, Mrs. Riggsby."
81 am happy to meet you, Mrs Riggs
by" said the lawyer cordially, adyanc-
irg and extending his hand. II hope
you had pleasant journey"
Yes, but it's IA long journey from
Ring-Ring"-
"Ringgold, Georgia, finished the law
yer. 1T is "a long journey. suppose you
would like your business affairs here
settled up as soon as possible?"
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1892-04-29


1t is evening at the Travellers Rest,
A solemn procession moves out from the
inn toward "A little mound half a mile
away, where newmade grave waits to
receive all that is mortal of Ike Baker.
A golden haze hangs like veil over the
great prairie. and no sound breaks the
stiffness save the measured tramp of
horses feet and the faint murmur of the
low wind as it steals through the bronze
tipped grass.
The mound is reached, and then. while
the SETTLERS stand in circle with barred
heads. Simon Riggsby repeats the sol.
emn burial service. Then offering up a
brief and fervent prayer, the rude pine
coffin is lowered into the ground, and all
that remains of the brave and heroic Ike
Baker has found its last resting place.
Then the settlers return to the inn to
discuss the situation of affairs and to
form plans of mutual protection for the
future.
No sign Of the besiegers have been
seen since daylight. and it is evident
that they have abandoned the siege for
the present, but there is no telling how
soon the war may be opened at some
other point.
1t was at last decided that the settlers
would remain in camp at the inn for a
few days at least, or till it was ascer-
tanned Just what action the cattlemen
would take. In order to keep informed
as to the movements of the enemy a
number of scouts were appointed and
sent out in different directions, with in
structions to keep "a close watch upon
the cattlemen and report any hostile
moves that might be made.
During the evening some of the set
tiers visited their cabins to see that
everything was unmolested. Among
these was Abe Crocker. On entering
his cabin he had found the two notes
left by Dan Riggsby. After reading the
one directed to himself he took up the
other, which he found to be addressed
to the youths father. AS the reader will
remember the latter note was written
by Dan for the purpose of explaining to
his parents the cause of his sudden de-
parture
On his return to the inn Abe Crocker
delivered the note to the anxious par
Alts
~ reckon he'll coale home now as
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1892-04-29
CHAPTER XIX.
AT THE OCCIDENTAL.

As soon as the surprised Suggs had re
covered from the stunning blow which
Dan Riggsby had dealt him in the dar;.
passage of the robbers cabin in the
woods. he sprang to his feet and rushed
back into the hut. Here he found the
half intoxicated woman on the point of
rising from the floor where she had been
precipitated by the youth, and grasping
the pistol which she held in her hand,
he sprang out of the door just in time to
catch glimpse of Dan Riggsby as he
was disappearing in the thicket down
the creek.
With'a furious oath he sent bullet
after the retreating youth, then hurried
in pursuit, followed by the exasperated
Meg Prone.
But the two did not proceed far till
they came to halt. That the youth
was armed they we'll knew, and they
readily perceived the danger they would
be in in pushing him too closely.
Curse him. Kissed the enraged
Suggs. He has escaped us, and has
got my pistol. Let me once get my
hands on him again and I'll pay him for
the blow he gave mer'
Meg Prone, who was fast growing
sober under the excitement, now turned
toward the house and said:
Come back to the cabin and wait till
! go and notify the men. We cant do
anything alone.
You are right, Meg" replied Suggs,
turning and following the woman back
along the path to the house I'VE must
have the men here to help us, for it won't
do to let that boy escape--it will ruin all
our plans.
wait here till return, said the
woman. I'm run across the creek to
Bill AkerS cabin. Some of the men are
there. and III soon have them after the
boy. and he'll not get away"
AS she spoke she ran swiftly down the
dim path through the woods and was
soon lost TO sight.
In a half hour she returned with the
information that her two brothers, Jed
and OIL, with their entire band. had gone
in search of the fugitive, and that no
stone would be left unturned in the at
tempt to effect his recapture.
That's business" remarked Suggs,
with satisfaction. Shall we join in the
search
mo, not exactly. We are to so to
Fort Scott at once, to complete the bust
ness you and have on hand-that is. if
you think best The men think it posi-
bic that the boy has gone in that direc-
ton, and if so we will overhaul him be-
fore he reaches the fort. If he is still in
the woods they are confident of finding
him without our aid. A"
That plan will suit me to 7" an
swered Suggs. Let us be off at once.
Il will be ready in few moments.
Did Won tell the men that. it was
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A hiatt hour later a buggy containing the
eptl pair entered the Military road.
"The sooner the better. don't wish
to stay here any longer than necessary"
That's right, Mrs. Riggsby, and |
think that Mr.. Suggs and l both share
in your desire for dispatch in the pres
ent business matters"
THAT is right, observed Suggs, with
a low laugh. But Dill"--and then
there was sudden energy in his voice
there's been some important incidents
occurred, and the old scratch may be to
pay yet"
what has happened?' asked the law
yer in a surprised tone.
"I'm afraid our plot has been discov-
cred, and if it is as think, the jig is up
with u.s."
'sWhat do you mean? Explainr cried
Dill, rising from his chair in excitement.
You remember there was boy at the
Travellers Rest%
Yes"
His name is Dan Riggsby."
81 understandings on
He was prisoner in this lady's house
when arrived"
THE devil! How did that happen?"
He had been found prowling about
the cabin late at night, and he was sus-
pected of having overheard some plans
that were not calculated for the pulSic
ear.
"And they have him safely housed?'
No; he has escapedv'
A savage exclamation escaped tbe
lawyers lips.
"But that is not the worst, went on
Suggs. He overheard conversation
between this lady and myself, and he
doubtless knows of the business we have
on hand.
Fools Idiotsr" Kissed Dill in rage.
I'VE are ruined and may as well throw
up the sponge.
But the boy will be recaptured"
What! Then he has not escaped en-
tirelyy'
He is hiding in the woods along the
creek, and there are twenty men search
ing for him, while watches are kept on
the prairie on each side of the timber to
see that he does not escape"
Then you think he will be recap
turedy' asked Dill, somewhat Modified.
''Yes; but it is well for us to be on our
guard. There is no telling what may
turn up"
Then we had better remain passive
till we find out whether or not the boy
ias escaped?"
THAT is for you to decide-you are
more skilled in such matters than |.
After a moments reflection Dill said:
Il hardly know what is best to do.
We might get hold Of the five thousand
dollars IN the bank and leave the coun-
try before we could be detected, but =
To Re Continued.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1892-04-29
RAIL ROAD TINE TABLE
I. g. G. N. Railroad.

|. & G. N. Railroad.
DEPARTURES.
For St. Louis via Iron Noun
tain or M. K. & 7. 5:4S m
For St. Louis via Iron Mountoin 600 p m
For Laredo =. 9:55 m
ARRIVALS.
From ST. Louis via Iron Moun-
tain and NJ, K. and T. 1885 m
From ST. Louis via Iron Noun
tain and M. K. and T. 1000 p m
Southern Pacific Railroad.
THROUGH EXPRESS EAST.
Leaves for New Orleans, Houston
and Galveston 1:20 pm and 9 p m
ARRIVES FROM THE EAST.
Arrives from New Orleans, Houston
and Galveston 7 a m and 4:o5 p m
THROUGH WEST.
Leaves for San Francisco, FL Paso
-. ABS P m
Leaves Eagle Pass 1880 a. m
Ar. from San Francisco, ElPaso 1855 p m
Ar. from Eagle Pass. >. $50 p m
s. A. & A. P. Railroad.
DEPARTURES.
Leaves for Kerrville, daily except
Sunday q. 500 P m
Leaves for Galveston, Houston and
Waco, daily except Sunday $50 a m
Leaves for Corpus Christi, Rockport
Beelille, daily except Sunday, sos p m
Leave for Kerrvill, daily except
Monday, at. ..7:3o am
ARRIVALS.
Leaves for Kerrville except Monday,
1880 a. IN,
From Kerrville, daily except
Sunday 9;2o m
From Kerrville daily except Sunday
and Monday 1880 pm.
From Kerrville Sunday only 500 pm
From Corpus Christi, Rockport,
Beeville, daily except Sun. 2:3o P m
From Galveston, Houston and
Waco, daily except Sunday sos P m
Mallory Steamer sail from CT weston
every Wednesday and Saturday
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1892-04-29

The nower-stand upset, and the mischief to pay,
And Johnny is screaming
As loud as he's able,
For nothing goes right when mammals away.
What scene of discomfort and con-
fusion. home would be if mamma did
not return. If >your wife is slowly
breaking down, from combination Of
domestic caEes and female disorders,
make it your first business to restore
her health. DR.. Pierce's Favorite Pre-
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for feeble ard debilitated women, and Is
the only medicine for the class of mala-
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nervine. .imparting tone and vigor to the
whole system. It's a legitimate medl-
cine, too-carefully compounded by an
experienced physician, and adapted to
woman's delicate organ 'zation.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1892-04-29
DIR. u. V. Weathers.

Limits his practice to a speciality. The
diagnosis and treatment of general
diseases and disease of children under the
most conservative means of cure. Tween
ty.five years experience and from one OF
the first alopathic schools on the conti-
nent. When sick ring up Or. Weathers
especially for your babies. Tel. lis. ~ u
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FRENCH TANsY WATERS.

Ladies will fad these waters JUST
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80 90 per box Emerson Drug Co.,
manufacturers, San Jose, Cal, and
for sale only by \. DRESS, 10 Alamo
street. 32S1y
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The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1892-12-07
TO REPRESs SOPHS AND FRESHMEN
Tho Harvard College Faculty Decides Tint
They Mustn't Give Public Entertainments.


CAMBRIDGE. Dec. G.-The Faculty Of Arts
and Sciences OF Harvard Univ ersity this after.
noon passed a rule that "the Committee on
Entertainments be instructed TO refuse appli-
cation for leave to give public thcatricals or
musical performances by organizations COM
POSED mainly OF sorhomores and freshmen"
This has caused dissatisfaction. 1t will
crush freshman musical organizations. These
have played an important part in college life.
For several years the freshman crew has de-
pended largely upon the unnua! concert by tho
freshman glcs and banjo clubs for funds to
bear the expenses Of the race ut New London.
With this SUPPORT suddenly withdrawn
tho crow is left stranded. 1t is not
ut all unlikely that the action will
seriously affect the crews chances Of going to
New London but not only will the freshmen
suffer. but also tho varsity CLEO and banjo
clubs which hav. depended on freshman
use.
The faculty gives MS their reason for this
move that freshman clubs have become too
prominent OF late and received too many out
of-town invitations. The rule IN regard to
sophomores affects only mem bers of the ID. X.
J.. society. WHICH has annually given popular
theatricR!s in Boston.
Last year there was a deficit in the manage
meut. though not serious one. and this. to-
gether with the prejudice against the society.
has doubtless had influence in applying tho
rule to sophomores The committee. however,
wishes 1t understood that tho regulations have
been directed against no one organization.