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The Washington times., 1894-04-22

wants. The best Of women lack balance at
times. and one Of the chief causes OF domestic
friction, 1t seems to me, is that they interfere
too much In household affairs when they
don't interfere too little. We've been breaking
In cook for the last week. She's good
cook, with first class recommendations, and
is willing and anxious to please. Yet
the other day when I came down to
breakfast my wife was not making the
coffee at her end Of the table, as she
usually does. inquired her whereabouts Of
the maid. and the maid blushed and said she
was In the kitchen. She was, and frying the
bacon. while the cook looked helplessly on,
much distressed. Her excuse WAS that the
cook had delayed the breakfast. and. in order
to set her an example and get me Off to the
Office in time, she preferred to fry the bacon
herself. told her it was better to have the
breakfast late one morning and then reprove
the cook for it than it was to lead the cook to
suppose that she was willing to do the cooks
work whenever the cooks work didn't suit.
We shall probably change cooks shortly" he
added, with u sigh. ''1he secret of getting
on with servants, it seems to me- is never to
ask them to do too much or to allow them to
do too little"
The Washington times., 1894-04-22
"NIR nANIS EREAE -

In the slow process of evolution the promise
CT a new differentiation of species is heralded
by the occasional .'ireak." There was a
time. the wise naturalist tells us, when
reptiles began to have wings, time next
when the birds had teeth; consequently a
time when the birds begun to have poor
teeth, and then no teeth at all. There can be
no doubt about the contempt which the
feathered tribe felt for this first toothless bird!
1t was ''freak"
Hon. John Davis, Of Kansas, does show
unmistakable signs of an era in the evolution
OF statesmen from the winged carnivora of
politics. Mr.. Davis articles on the general
ubiect of finance, published in the Arena,
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The Care of Wet Shoes.

There are few things more disagreeable
than to put on pair Of stiff, b-ittle shoes that
have been thrown aside to dry after n rainy
day. Here is formula that claims TO eradi-
cate the trouble: First wipe off gently with a
soft cloth ali surface wafer and mud; then.
while still! wet, rub well with paraffine oil,
using flannel for the purpose. Set them aside
till partially dry. when second treatment
with oil is advisable. They may then he de-
posted in a conveniently warm place, where
they will dry gradually and thoroughly.
Before applying French kid dressing give
them final rubbing with the flannel still
slightly dampened with parafline, and the
boots will be soft and flexible as new kid and
be very little affected by their bath in the rain.
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Mrs. Blackburn Did Not Furnish the Money

Mrs. blackburn authorizes the Courier
Journal correspondent to say that the state
ment made and reported in the press that she
has rendered Madeline Pollard any financial
aid is wholly untrue. Mrs Blackburn says
that she has given that person no money di-
rectly or indir ectly. nor has she had anything
to do with her whatever excpept to appear in
court and give her testimony, as she believes
it was her duty to DO. Mrs. Blackburn trusts
that her friends will believe this statement
and disbeleve any other stories connecting
her name with the plaintiff in the late scnsa-
tionol sniff
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A British Breach oS Promise.

A British nobleman, who was sued for
breach OF promise, is reported to have de-
clared that it was impossible for him to con-
tradict lady. and that therefore he would
not deny that he had made the promise; but
he insisted that the lady had exaggerated the
value of his affections, and that that value
was a fair question for jury. The lady re-
covered per cent. or SO OF her original claim,
and the mulcted nobleman declared that the
cross examination of her by his counsel was
amply worth the money
The Washington times., 1894-04-22
Awning Cloth for Covers.

The sturdy. enduring awning cloth is now
n popular material for sofa and dvan covers.
1t comes in dull blue and white. in blue and
deep cream. in soft browns and in old reds,
and in eeru. 1t is attractive and the colors
will not fade. Il is the very thing for uphol-
stering the wide seat Of the big bay window,
where it will get hard usage and look none
the worse for wear, until in course OF time 1t
will arise from the foaming suds phoenix
like and as good as new. For piazza cushions
and hammock pillows it is most desirable.
but those should always be made with slip
The Washington times., 1894-04-22

havo been pronounced by able critics clear
and masterful, and they have been largely
quoted by European writers.
If the thoughtful care of the interests of the
mass of our people is so exceptional as to
make Mr.. Davis a marked man, q "freak,"
then God save the country. Mr.. Davis is an
honest, earnest man, who has learned to do
his own thinking. Whoever will seek him
out and can be favored with his acquaint-
ance will soon learn OF his rare value as q
man, and will be led to hope that this ''freak"
may prove the forerunner and prophesy OF a
coming species of statesmen.
The Washington times., 1894-04-22
Iapanese Proverbs.

JaFdueSS I'TOVCTbS.
Unless blind and deaf one cannot be impair
tial.
The dog chases out the quail, but the eagle
claims it.
A woman with three-inch tongue can slay
giant.
Patience is the robe Of advancement In all
lines of life.
The bat hanging upside down, laughs at
the topsy-turvy word.
The ignorant are never defeated in any ar
gument.
Before trying to horseback one should learn
to ride on oxen.
1t is more easy to evade the trouble which
heaven sends us than that which we bring
upon ourselves.
The Washington times., 1894-04-22
Had Been Married So Long.

Hostess-Of course the dinner is given for
Miss Purdy, but can't let you take her in
because you have never will take the trouble
to be agreeable except for pretty woman.E
Reggy Westend-Whom do take in then?
Hostess-Mrs. Farris.
Reggy Westend-But she's uglier than Miss
Purdy.
Hostess-I know that. but she's married and
used TO being neglected.-Life.
The Washington times., 1894-04-22
yoprp Re,uhlicaus VIII oreouixe

A meeting is to be held at the Loyal Legion
Hall, 419 Tenth street, this afternoon. at 8
o'clock, for the purpose of organizing 1.-The
Young Mems Republican Club" of the Dis
trict of Columbia. The club is being organ
lied by number Of young men, whose object
is to secure the membership of every young
Republican in the District. The plan has
received the sanction OF several of the Repub-
licap leaders
The Washington times., 1894-04-22
The Sort of Man Ouav 1s
M p. Handy in Chicago fnter-ocean, i,

Contrary to the general impression Col.
Quay is q man Of thorough education and
broad culture. As preachers son he was
raised" as they say down South, in an
atmosphere of books and thought, and
although typical machine politician he has
been great reader and diligent student for
the greater part Of his life He had his wild
oats period, but abandoned the field before
The Washington times., 1894-04-22
Tho Character of y,uce

In the opinion of many says the World, Sem
ator Vance was the greatest wit the Senate
has known since the war. He enlivened the
cloak-rooms with enough good stories to
make book of. Geniaity characterized his
private life, and he had almost no enemies.
There are colonies of Carolina children who
bear his name in token of the esteem in which
their fathers held him
The Washington times., 1894-04-22
A champion of the Servant Girls.

A ChaInplon OF the Servant Uir1s.
A man 1 know, who maintains very we'll
appointed establishment and is willing to be
responsible for the manner in which it is con-
Quoted, says to writer in the New York
Press:
Il suppose my wife is as good house
keeper as there is in New York; but I often
The Washington times., 1894-04-22
Told the Ages of the Ladies.

New York Weekly.1
Old Gentleman-There is something wrong
with that slot machine in there. 1t claims to
tell your correct age. I am over 70 and IL
made me out IS.
Hotel Clerk-That machine Is for ladies
only. You will find better one in the bill
lard room.
The Washington times., 1894-04-22
Rather Exrensiye Mail,

Uncle Sam looks out for country people at a
big expense to himself. For example: Four
horses and two men are kept busy on the mail
route between Sturgeon Bay and Green Bay,
Wis, though the total mail distributed to six
offices on the forty-five-mile line does not
average more than a dozen letters day.
The Washington times., 1894-04-22
Instinct and InteIlisence.

A teacher asked boy to explain if he could,
the difference between animal instinct and
human intelligence. 1t was pretty hard
question. but the boy was equal to it. "Ifwe
had instinct" he said, 1--WE should know
everything we needed to, without learning IT.;
but we've got reason, and so We have ostudy
ourselves most blind or be q fool.-Good
News
The Washington times., 1894-04-22
She Had Refused Him,

"When Mr.. Higgins asked you to marry
him did you tell him that he must ask your
mother?" ''I did, but he said she'd refused
him long before he ever thought Of asking
me. me."-Inter-Ocean.
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Quite Up to the Style.

Husband-''Whe in thunder did you get
that coat! It fits you like potato sack. :"
Wife (delishted) )-"Does it, really, dear?
was SO afraid it wouldn't be quite up to the
style. Chicago Record.
The Washington times., 1894-04-22
An American Dog Sho,x

Small Son-"Us boys is gettin' up dog
show, and bet our Fido will take the prize."
Father-'Fido has no pedigree" Small Son
This isn't any European aristocracy affair.
This is an American dog gshow."-Good News.
The Washington times., 1894-04-22
No unhnprincss Caused.

"And is that your answer"
at is. But hope my refusal will not
cause you unhappiness, Mr.. Perkins"
mo. indeed. Smith said that you'd snap
up the first man that offered himself, and
bet him you wouldn't. I'm in box Of cigars"
Boston Home Journal.
The Washington times., 1894-04-22
Looking for Money.

She-"They say that persons OF opposite
qualities make the happiest marriages" He
That's why l am looking for girl with
money. Truth.
The Washington times., 1894-04-22
WASHINGTON, D. O., APRIL %. 1884,
The Weather Today.

The Weather To-day.
For District Of Columbia, Maryland, and
Virginia, weather conditions are favorable for
light local showers, but the weather will
probably be fair during the greater portion Of
the day; slightly cooler; northerly winds.
The Washington times., 1894-04-22

Mr.. Hepburns speech in Congress yester-
day provoked some rather spirited cross
firing, and in the attempt of the chair
man of the committee of the whole Mr.
Bailey to secure order the bead OF the gavel
with which he was pounding left its handle
and went whizzing past the ears of the OFF,
cial reporters and whirling down the center
aisle. This inciden. seemed to subdue the
rising turbulence, and order was speedily
secured
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1894-09-21
snrnr Planter chause

0---0nfion th.,
The sugar v,,a..,.-.
was held at 'e" '''''''' .l..,.,;. 49,.
was large ana very ~. ~
blage There were
leading planters
OF the % :. 81 h, ~.
Orleans. '' ''.'' ~
raeY had things '-" r., go.
sls'anee 10 one p''7
made lhe e'n''-. "'' 'o' u
the Na'''ua' Neiu''''-'
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1894-09-21

The opinion gains ground in New
! ork that the aggregate supply Of wheat
from all countries will prove to be the
largest in the worlds history This is
a bad outlook for any great advance in
price; but If the corn shortage leads to
the extensive use of the poorer grades
OF wheat for fattening purposes, farmers
may find this years crop more pro6ta-
Die than now appears probable II the
experiments in the Dakotas, which
showed that the equivalent of 81 30 per
bushel was obtained for wheat used in
fattening hogs, should be verified in
general practice. whea. may largely
take the place Of corn for this use.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1894-09-21
The ColOred People Exhibit.

There is no State 10 the Union where
the race question gives less trouble than
in Maryland There are over 800 900
eolored people IN the |, 100, 900 popula-
ton, or a percentage Of just about one
fifth Baltimore city has about 10, 900
Or a little less than a third of the States
eOlored population. Anne Arundel
comes next. with about Is, 900 cOlored
people; Prince Georges next, with about
1900. and Baltimore and Charles
counties about even, with II 900 each
Garrett has less than two hundred coll
ored people, but the other counties have
each from fifteen hundred to nine thou
sand. Baltimore city and Baltimore
county and Southern Maryland have
fully two-thirds of the 300, 900
These colored people have undoubte!-
ly improved. The percentage of igno-
rance has been, and is constantly being,
lessened They are building churches.
Their homes are better, and the standard
of social life is being gradually raised
Considerable progress has been made i'll
business and 10 the industrial arts, and
altogether the showing is gratifying and
creditable. One of the pest signs is
found 10 such movements as The fair
which opened at Timouism Inst week
The beginning may be little crude,
but it is a start in the right direction -
By creating pride and increasing the de-
sire to do something worthy Of exhibit
ton, the best sort of stimulus is given
to the race. and it is hoped that exhibi-
tions will be held regularly each year
1t is easy to explain why the colored
people have done 50 well in Maryland
They have been allowed to work out
their destiny in their own way.-Amer-
lean.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1894-09-21

At the close of the war, less than thir-
ty years ago. the Methodist Episcopal
Church numbered 1000, 600 members,
owned 1000 churches and $500 par
sonages. worth in the aggregate 1884,
600, 600 1t has nov, at the end of
period usually assigned to one genera
ton (iu round numbers). $500, OOC
members, and owns over "a, 900 church.
es and nearly 10000 parsonages, worth
in the aggregate about $l25, 900, 900.
This largely exceeds the ratio of the
general progress of the country.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1894-09-21

some papers are gravely discuss
ing the question whether it is
proper to write ones private letters,
as well as business ones. on the type
writer. The question is absurd One
might as we'll lay down the dictum that
when going to make social call one
should walk, rather than ride in a street
car. There is no reason why private
letters should not be written on type
writer. The gain in time and in legi-
bility overbalances all ether consldera-
tions
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1894-09-21
Maine Leads the Column


Years ago the truth Of the diclum
was recognized, the country through
that las goes Maine so goes the Union. "
It will be verified in the Congressional
elections of this year of grace The
State election recently held resulted III a
phenomenal Republican majority, esti-
mated at $1,000. The Republic ms
cirried every county in the State; their
majority on joint ballot in the legisla-
ture is l25, which insures the re-elec-
ton of William p. Frye to the United
States Senate The four Congressional
districts are Republican, of course, re-
electing Messrs. Reed, DINGHY, Milliken
aud Boutelle
The Democratic press will attempt to
disguise the true meaning Of the result
in Maine by declaring that the State is
Republican. and of course was expected
to remain SO. This is true, but it is by
no means all the truth In 1888 Pres
ldent Harrison carried the State by 23,-
253 plurality, III 1892 his plurality was
but 1879; in 1890 the Republican
plurality for governor was 1883; in
1892 it was but u, 531. Compare
these figures with the $1,000 plurality
this year, and the true condition of pub
lie sentiment in the Pine Tree State be-
comes evident. The reduced Repubi-
can plurality for President and Govern
or 10 1892 showed that there were
many voters, deceived by Democratic
rAlsehoods concerning the Mckinley
law, who cast their ballots for a
change" They have learned lesson,
and SO have very many Democrats
This year their ballots were cast for Re
publicanism and protection
Not the least result of the Maine cleo
ton is the fact that it puts Thomas b.
Reed definitely before the national Re
publican party as an aspira1t for its
Presidential nomination 10 1896 Chair
man Manley made the formal announce
ment of Mr.. Reed Indidacy before the
State election, and the vote Reeds dis
trict-the First-may be taken as indi-
eating the favor with which the Maine
Republicans received the announcement.
10 1892, Mr. Reed was elected by a
plurality of only 1877 over his Demo-
cratic opponent. Now be has some
thing like 10000 plurality In his
canvass Mr.. Reed has used the tariff
standpoint and d has urged H Tat ttfH s pdp
pose of the Dem ocratic majority in Con-
gress to carry on the tariff reform fight
will result in further decentralization of
the business interests Of the country
While his triumphant plurality is evil
dence that further tariff tinkering in the
direction of free trade will not be toera-
ted b. the majority of the American
people, it means that Thomas Brackett
Reed is emphatically in line for the
Presidency in 1896
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1894-09-21
Cultivation OF Oysters.

Every thoughtful man in Maryland is
interested to some extent in the oyster
farming experiment about 10 be tried 10
the Isle of Wight inlet il Worcester
county, says the morning Herald. A
company with abundant capital stock
has been chartered to open the sand bar
opposite St Martins river, with view
to letting in salt water from the sea and
rendering the Isle of Wight Bay capa-
bic of raising oysters.
Ga the bottom of .be bay thus re-
stored it is proposed to plant oysters in
large quantities, and the estimates Of the
complny on the pro luct to be derived
reaches the million bushel mark each
year Some $4,000 acres@l N bottom
will be available wbss p. n an oy4
i sasa ss's ss isaag = 'es +,
ocean water can be hroagIl = aagh Ne
proposed canal 70 creat&aa eessary
brackishness, the experiment will be
crowned with success.
The utilization of the Isle Of Wight
Bay foT oyster farming will solve an i'm
portant problem in our State. 1t will
demonstrate the possibility and prao'iea
bility ofoyster farming without invading
the waters of the Chesapeake, and with
out infringing upon the jealousy-guard-
ed rights of the oystermen. May be-
lieye that raising oysters BY artificial
means can be made and ought to be
made source of wealth to the State, as
has been the case in other parts of the
world There are waters enough 10
the Maryland bays aud rivers to culti-
yate more blvalves than are each year
taken from the natural rocks. and no
reason appears in the nature OF 'hlnss
why these waters should not be utilized
to toe benefit of the planters and to the
Maryland oyster trade.
Perhaps the solution of the difficulty
is about to be found in the Worcester
experiment
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1894-09-21

The world is awakening to the value
of ship canals. Russia is preparing to
build one connecting the Baltic and the
Black seus, by way of the rivers Dwina
and Dneiper France proposes one
across the southern part of that country,
between the Atlantic and Mediterranean.
Both will be highly important from
either commercial or a military stand
point.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1894-09-21

Mr.. VIM. j Marbury was on Mon
day last indicted into office as United
States District Attorney for the District
Of Maryland, as the successor of Dis
triet Attorney John 7 Ensor, who filled
the office upwards of four years, his com
mission from President Harrison having
expired some time ago As well known,
MIR. Marbury's name was seut in to The
Senate by President Cleveland Sc cral
months ago, but the appointmenl was had
over. ant, on adjournment Of Congress.
the President appointed Nj Marbury
ad interim. The appointment holds
good until March 4 next. even if the
Senate takes no action Mr. hnsor was
the only Federal office hoider 10 Mary
land not heretofore bounced he made
an excellent official and We trus' his sue
cessor may prove equally as efficient
W. C. Breckenridge was beaten in
the State of kentucky on Friday of
last week by W. C. Owens for the nom
nation for Congress Of Thai State by a
majority estimated at l,5Oo For
months the district has been engaged in
the most bitter persona agitation
Breckenridge was 6shtiag for ifo aud
he never before made such speeches
or displayed such executiye abb lily in
organization He mlrshaled every mao
be could command, but BE- could not
command the women. They bad no
votes. but they were the controlling ele-
ment of the fight.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1894-09-21
INSOL VENT NOTICE.
In the Circuit Court for Charles coun y.


The petition OF Samuel Bumburg, silh the
schedule and affidavit, having been read and
considered, 1, j Samuel Turner, Clerk of the
Circuit Court for Charles county, do thereupon
appoint Adrian Posey, Preliminary Trustee,
for the benefit OF the said petitioner and his
creditors aud direct that he give bond to the
State of Maryland, conditioned, for the faith
full discharge Of bis trust, in the penalty of
one hundred dollars, " tn security to be ap.
proved by the said court. or by me, and fur
Their order the said petitioner to appear hefole
the said Circuit Court for Charles county, on
the 3rd Monday of November, 1891, to answer
such interrogatories and allegations as bis
creditors, or sureties may propose or allege
against him, aud that he give 40 days notice
thereof TO his creditors, which said notice
shall he published weekly for the period of 40
days by Inserting a copy of this order in some
newspaper printed in Charles county once a
week for the said period Of 40 days.
J. SAMUEL TURNER, Clerk
CT Ct CT. for Charles County.
True copy-Test:
J. SAMUEL TURNER, Clerk
aug lift
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1894-09-21

Just at the close of the ceremonies
over the laying of the corner stone OF
the new ST. Augustine Roman Catholic
Church, New York, few days ago,
the temporary floor of the vestlbule gave
way. throwing about twenty five persons
into the basement and badly injuring
several of them. Archbishop Corrigan.
accompanied by members of the clergy,
had Just p,ssel over the vestibule floor
when the accident occurred.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1894-09-21
Beware OF Ointments for CataPPh
that contain Mercury,

as mercury will surely destroy The sense Of
smell and completely derange the whole system
when entering it through the mucous surfaces.
Such articles should never be used except on
prescriptions frou reputable physicians, as the
damage they will do is ten fold TO the good you
can possibly derive from thsm Halls Caiarrh
Cure. manufactured by F. Cheney SEQ
Toledo, 0. contains no mereary, and is taken
internally, acting directly upon the blood and
mucous surfaces OF tie system. In buying
Halls Catarrh Cure be sure you get the
genuine.
Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internally act
Jag directly upon the blood and mucous sur
faces of the system Price 75e per bottle,
sols ~ all Druggists. Testimonials free
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1894-09-21

Hon. Levi P. Morton, ex- Vice Pres
ident of the United States has been nom
mated by the Republicans Of New York
for Governor The convention was har-
monious and indication are. that the
Republicans will carry the State BY au
overwhelming majority
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1894-09-21

The officials Of Mississippi have refus-
ed to surrender to an officer Of tha Unit
ed States Secret Service Bureau the
State Treasury warrants Or the plates
from which they were pf'n'od VIII
this prove to be an attempt 70 solve the
old problem, which asked Vaa' the re-
suit would be were an irraslstibIe nov
ing body to come in contatf with an i'm
movable onei