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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
Notable Parks.

Smithsonian Institution park, the old
 est in the city, comprises an area of 5o acres and contains the institution proper, the National museum and the Army Med ical museum, where it is popularly sup posed the skeleton of Quiteau. the murs
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THE ALAMO.

is negro servant, and her name will ever be linked ill Texan history with those of tle heroes of the Alamo.
 The famous old fortress was original lv the Spanish mission of San Antonio de Valcro, and at tho time of the siege it's buildings covered about all acre of ground. Nothing is left of it now but the old stone church, the convent which formerly adjoined it having been long ago demolished, together with the wall which surrounded it's garden On one side of tkis historic building is hideous wooden cdifcc, jovotc6 to the wholesale grocery business, which ought to be demolished as an eyesore. It is said the proprietors of this business used the old church as storehouse for their goods before the state purchased the property to insure it's preservation.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
THELAND OF RUBBER
IMMENSE WEALTH IN THE FORESTS
 OF MADAGASCAR.

The Concession to Ex-Consul Waller May
 Mean Much to mericans-Resources of
 the Island-Oueer Customs of the Ma
 tives.
 The discovery of new rubber tree in Madagascar year or so ago has proved big bonanza for the natives and worked commercial revolution in the island Small traders whose most avaricious dreams formerly did not ex- tend beyond the possession of a few hundred piasters as the result of 15 or 20 years of hard work have suddenly achieved comparative riches, and the price of raw rubber has been quintupled by the keen competition of purchasers If the reported concession to John L.. Waller, ex-United States consul at Ia matave, be confirmed, it is likely to make great change in our trade rela- tions with the Malagasian kingdom and may lead to some interesting diplomatic complications with France.
 The French have for several years ex- ercised sort of protectorate over the country and are very jealous of other foreigners gaining any influence ill it's concerns. This jealousy is particularly marked in the ca5e of Americans, for our consul is the only foreign representative who takes his exequatur directly from the queens government, thus acknowl-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
The Bloody Heaven of the Alaskans,

The Alaskan Indians believe in several heavens, ono above the other, but the sec ond, the one reserved for those who die bloody and violent deaths, is the subject of this note This bloody heaven is high in air, directly above the earth, and hasn't a single inhabitant, except tho giant gatekecper, who has not died by ac- cident, in battle or by some other violent mode of taking off. The wounded and dying Indians, whose lifeblood has been diverted from its natural channels forever, say that they can see heaven open and hear their own names pronounced by tho gigantic guard who has charge of the cir cular opening which leads to bliss. Pres ently ladder is let down through the opening. It has but two rungs-two are sufficient The dying brave puts his feet on one and grasps the other with his hands and is instantly taken to his reward-a land of rest, where tho only food is thick clotted blood!
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
THE DEACON.

More than half the English clergy get nc more than S750 year.
 It is estimated that 12 new churches are dedicated on the average every day in the year in this country.
 The Rev. Archibald G. Brown of East London tabernacle, in his pastorate of p years, has received into the church over 5000 people.
 Rev. Dennis Hird, who was forced to leave the Church of England Temperance society because he is social democrat, has been given the living of Eastnor by Lady Somerset.
 Rev. John Brown, who has been pastor of Presbyterian church in Fall River Mass, for 25 years, will resign on June 1, sell his library, buy tent and become an itinerant evangelist.
 It is said that the Buddhists of Japan are awaking to the fact that they must have a statement of the elements of the Buddhist faith to set over against the definite and compact creed of the Christian teachers and are debating what they will put into this statement.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
THE OBSERVER.

When iroE is heated to a red heat, it gives off an odor something like musk.
 Gold alloyed with 20 per cent of alumin- ium takes on brilliant ruby tint.
 Marriage is the only contract minors can make which a court of law will hold good.
 The most costly medicine in the world is metallic gallium. which is worth $10O. 900 Q pound.
 The German mile of today is 24, ,31S feet in length-more than Az times as long as our mile.
 An equal division of property in the Unit ed States would give every man, woman and child $1 ,039.
 A man has been known to stay for five minutes in an oven in which the tempera- ture was 3S0 degrees.
 Great Britain has long had the unique distinction of being the only nation which does not display the national flag over the houses of parliRmsnta
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11


 City In t..s co-:ntry-SearIy Four Hun
 cred Rgsc2:-...ons For tine Use of the
 People-Lung Power Of thc Capital.
 Special C0Trcsl Ons!euce.l
 WASHINGTON, May S.-Thc chief crown and glory of Washington is her system of parks Just now the city is in the very height of the lovcIincssi that accompanies the indcfinable change of the seasons here. Coxey could not have chosen q more de- lightful time in all the year to come to Washington, and if tho oft repeated senti- ments respecting the influence of the beau tiful upon mankind, rude or refined, have any force in them they must have had their effect upon the apostle of good roads and death to interest on bonds" and his cohorts
 Supervision of the parks is given by de tail of the chief of engineers, United States army, approved by the secretary of war, upon the personal request of President Cleveland, with whom he comes into inti- mate personal relations, to Colonel John M. Wilson, whose title is superintendent of public buildings and grounds" found him the other day in his pleasant office on the ground floor of the ornate state, war and navy building and learned many in teresting facts connected with the parks and public reservations under his care. In the beginning it may be well to state that the parks and government property in Washington, together with the area of the streets and alleys, constitute something more than one-half of the entire territory within its boundaries.
 Prior to the commencement of the i'm provement of the ground about the Smith sOnian institution in 1851 by that cele brated landscape architect and gardener, Mir A. J. Downing" said Colonel Wilson, lit is believed that few extensive park inn provements were contemplated or had been made in any city of the United States. "
 This statement was in the nature of revelation. It seemed impossible that what one sees on every hand in Washing ton in this line of development could have been brought to such q state of perfection within period of 40 years. That it had been done is fact full of inspiration to
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
A Pleasant Man to Interview.

Professor Felix Adler. the founder of the Ethical Culture society, is most pleasant gentleman to interview. He says that he has found the newspaper man to be honorable in the highest de- gree, and that he has never found it nec- essary to indicate what part of his con- ,versation is intended for publication and what part is to be considered as purely personal This of course means that Professor Adler does not limit himself in an interview to the matter directly in hand. He is not unwilling to speak of things that are entirely too personal for publication and will give an elaborate discourse on metaphysics to his inter- viewer and not express the least shade of doubt as to it's being correctly put down.-Chicago Post.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
MONUMENT DEDICATED.
of Shaft In Honor of Mary
 WashipgtOn.

1 Dwelling of a Shaft In Honor of Mary | Washington. | FREDERICKSBURG, Va, May 1.-The cer-
 emonies connected with the unveiling and | dedication of the monument to Mary | Washington brought here crowd of dis | tinguished people. The exercises passed | off smoothly.
 President Cleveland presided, and Vice | President Stevenson and Chief Justice | Fuller, together with Associate Justice Harlan, were among the many distin- | guished visitors. The oration was deliv- | cred by Senator Daniel of Virginia and | was a notable feature of the exercises. Lawrence Washington of Alexandria, a | lineal descendant of George Washington, | delivered short address. Governor O'Ferrall was present with his staff and two companies of the Richmond ! militia and the Alexandria light infantry. Secretary Lamont sent company of cav
 airy from Fort Meyer, and Secretary Her
 bert furnished 30 pieces of the Marine band.
 Although Senator Daniels address was
 long, he held the attention of the people
 and was heartily cheered. When he had finished, President Cleveland stepped down to the ground in front of the plat form and held reception, shaking hands for half an hour with the people who filed through a lane formed by the Richmond Blues, drawn up in double rank. Fredericks burg lodge, No. 4, of Freema- sons, in which George Washington was
 made a Mason gave banquet at the opera house after the ceremonies around the monument.
 The celebration ended with a great ball the opera house, where the belles from Rinh of pif.l- II,rf
 tripped through the quaint figures of the minuet as their colonial ancestresses were
 wont to do several generations before when Mary Washington was maiden. The president returned to Washington early in the evening.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
Recipe For Jul;enne Soup.

The preparation of the vegetables is the most important point ill this favorite soup. Tako one-fourth of pound each of carrot and turnip, half an ounce of celery and 3 ounces each of leek and onion. Cut these in thin shreds and fry them in butter until they are brown. Drain off the butter, cover the vegeta- bles with broth or stock and let them boil about two minutes; then add them to 3 quarts of good soup stock and boil gently for two hours.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
RIVER FRONT TRAGEDY.
Two Persons From R Gospel Canalbo,
 Drowned During 8 Fire.

Two Persons From Gospel Canalboat
 Drowned During & Fire.
 SYRACUSE, May 11.-At midnight fire was discovered in the lumber yards of c. H. Baker & Co.,, situated on the Oswego canal, near the center of the city A brisk wind was blowing and the flames spread rapid ly soon destroying the entire stock in the yard, valued at $40,0OO
 Tied to the dock at the yard was the gos- pei canalboat Good News, in charge of MT. and Mrs. Wilson, aged about 30 and 9 years respectively, who, with Mrs. Will sons brother, slept aboard the boat. Awakened by the noise and light, they has tened to the deck and jumped in the canal
 Joe Dunfee, local pugilist, who, in April, 1893, killed Daniel Donovan of Cleve- land in sparring match, saw the occu pants of the boat jump, and he at once dived into the canal to rescue them. His efforts were unavailing, for both brother-in-law and wife sank before he could reach them, and the husband saved himself by swim ming to the opposite bank.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
ROSEBERY SAFE.
The Commons Sustains the Liberal Leader
 on a Critical Division.


 LONDON May 11.-Lord Rosebery is safe. The vote in>the house of commons on the critical budget division was a victory for the government, the majority being If. It had been expected that the governments majority would be 17.
 Mr. J. G. Lawson, Progressive Conserva- tive, moved an amendment to reject the budget bill. The motion was negatived by a vote of 30S to 294. The bill then passed its second reading. Mr. William Saun- ders, Radical, and all the Parnellite mem bers were present and voted against the government.
 Every member of the McCarthyite sec tion of the Irish parliamentary party ex- cepting John Finucane. who is ill, sup ported the government. Liberals Beaufoy, McEwan and Evershed, who are connected with the brewing interest, abstained from voting,
 There was scene of thegreatest anima- tion during the speeches of MT. Balfour and Sir William Harcourt, and both lead CTS were frequently cheered. The house was crowded, the galleries being filled to overfowing.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
UNIQUE BOOK COVER.
AN ARTISTIC BINDING FOR CHOICE PAPER COVERED PUBLICATIONS.

To Make One Requires Eimble Fingers aud
 the Exercise of Good Taste Decorate
 With Pen and Ink Sketch or a Water
 Color Design.
 Nowadays much good matter is con- tained i'll the cheap pa ier covered books. When these are well ,:2.ted and worth preserving, why not : ~lo cover of heavy, rough parch!-.;., :. ike paper, the rougher the surface he Ivtter? Country Gentleman furuiahe:; a sketch showing how the cover is made and folded, and also its appearance when completed, with 8 neat lining of the same paper applied to it, covering the inside and running in under the flap on either side.
 But before lining it an oval opening is made in one corner of the front cover and dainty little water color design in-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
"Eliminatinr the Maler In Austra1ia

A rather startling industrial develop ment is reported from Victoria, where women have now been substituted for men at no fewer than 200 railway sta tions. The result has been a saving of 93O, 900 per year in salaries. The aver age wage paid to a station mistress is 92O per year, whereas "the objection able male" used to receive e150. But, as the Sydney Telegraph asks, "How is the Victorian woman going to support husband and family on &20 year?"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
HOW COVER IS FOLDED AND MADE.

hON SON ELY 10 rOl-bEO AAND IhiADC' serted, or sketch ill pen and ink, if one prefers, or in oils. Of course this SUD- poses one to be an artist, or a semiartist anyway, accustomed to the use of the brush. If not, some substitute for an original design may be found, or it may be omitted altogether. But the tiny pie ture in the corner can ill be spared with out spelling much of the dainty effect of the whole. If the water color design be used, a thin sheet of transparent mica should be put over it, i'll lieu of a glass, and the edge of the oval opening might be slightly gilded. The lettering in the opposite corner of the cover should be careless and quaint and outlined in gold, with faint touches of red.
 The narrow ribbon, which serves as the only binding" passes through the book somewhere near its center and up the whole length of the back of the cov- CT, tying ill a careless little bow at the top. The whole effect is dainty ill the extreme.
 The book may of course be chosen to suit ones literary tastes or the tastes of ones friend, but it should be printed on
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
Lemon Jelly Cake.

One cupful of white sugar, 8 table. spoonfuls of melted butter, yolks of Z eggs, cupful of milk, 3 cupfuls of flour, 3 te:spoonfuls of baking powder. Bake ill layers. To make 8 filling tc place between the layers, take 3 eggs well beaten, a cupful of white sugar, a tablespoonful of butter, juice and q lit tie of the grated rind of 1a lemons. When thoroughly beaten together, cook like boiled custard until done, stirring frauropt1y
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
Oscar Wilde's Memory.

Oscar Wilde has enough Irish blood in his veins to occasionally make bull. In London an American, who had met Wilde previously, rushed up to him and grasped his hand. Oscar drew back a little.
 "Why, don't you remember me?" ex- claimed the American, rather taken aback.
 Well, to tell you the truth, '' re- marked Oscar placidly, II remember your name perfectly, but for the life of me can't recollect your face. "- Exchange.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
Hn,v fo Buy Collars.

Note for bachelors: When you buy collars, you will save yourself much unspeakable anguish by asking for a tape and measuring the collars from buttonhole to buttonhole. They will ire quently be found to vary half an inch or so from the size with which they are stamped, but that little half inch is one of the things that are making us prema- turely ald.-Boston Herald.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
Young Raum Sued For Divorce.

PHILADELPHIA, May 11.-It is learned here that suit for divorce has been brought by Mrs. Green B. Raun1, Jr. Mrs. Raum was Miss Annie Iredell Rogers, daughter of the late W. D. Rogers, and the wedding occurred here four years ago while the young husbands father was at the head of the pension bureau. The couple sepa- rated year ago. The ground alleged is said to be desertion, and no defense has heen internOSed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
Blindness Not Necessary.

Simkins was speaking about his visit to the blind asylum. and he wound up by saying what fun it would be to have some of the blind men as fellow board CTS. Ut would be rich," he said. ito put a cup of hot water before them and to see them graVely drink it, supposing it tea or coffee" "Awfully funny" said Mrs. Silnkins. Then she thought and abruptly concluded by remarking, "Mr. ssmkins, you're fool. "-Pick Me Up.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
Able PhiIOSonhv.

Aunt Maria-Are you sure that MT. Spooner loves you?
 Carrie-I guess you would think so tc hear the silly things he says to me-
 Aunt Maria-But how do you know you love him?
 Carrie-Because they don't seem silly tc me-Boston Transcript.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
THE CHICAGO STOCK EXCHANGE.
It Has Prospered Under the Administra-
 ton of President Walker

ton of President Walker.
 The new Chicago Stock Exchange building is one of the handsomest and most complete of the modern skyscrapers ill that city. It is 13 stories in height and contains over 400 offices as complete in detail as latter day ideas of comfort and convenience can make them. It oc- cupies an area of 101 by 1S0 feet at the southwest corner of Washington and La Sale streets, and the roof line is 16l feet above the sidewalk. The board room is exceptionally bright, handsome and complete and spacious enough fol the purposes of the exchange. It is 8 two story room, taking up half of the second and third floors of the building, and is handsomely decorated. The cell
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
NaterburyFire Alarm
LOCATION OF BOXES.

h, following gre the Fire Alarm Signals .n,ier the new system: l-7 Rogers t Bro.' I-s Cor East Main and Niagara streets- l-4 Cor East Main and Wolcov road !-s Cor High and Walnut streets. ,s Cor East Main and Cherry streets IT Cor East Main and Cole streets II Cor North Elm and KingsDury streets. x t,or North Elm. North Main and Grove
 streets.
 r Waterbury Manufacturing company ., s Cor North Main and North streets. .t Or Buckingham and Cooke streets. --- Cor Grove and Prospect streets. B Cor Hillside avenue and Pine stre7f- g Cor Johnson and WaUerville streets . The Platt Bros < Co.,
 .satertury Clock company movement
 nent factoryl'
 Schan.se place
 Cor West Main and Willow streets. S, ,.,.r West Main and Watertown road! < Horse Car Railroad stable-' .s Waterbury Brass company ts,r Cedar and Meadow streets 6. ,;.r Grand and Field streets. Ia Cor Bank and Meadow streets tz Randolsh | CloweS'
 . Plume < Atwood Manufacturing com
 pany-' n Holmes Booth < HsydeES' s-s-a InT Charles and Porter streets z5 CT Simons street aHd Washington ave ,,,r south Main and Grand streets. IA C.,r S.,uth Main and Clay streets. $ Waterbury Watch company r., f;..ue.;ict t Burnham Manufacturing
 cDmPzEY7 ,s Waterbury Buckle company ,7 H,r S,u-h Main and Washington stS ~..aylH Manufacturing company ,-g C,r Fr,akIin ud Union streets s-s Her. rrurs gIo~E Co. ase factory s-s t-sr Gay 4r;.' H;!I s'r=+ets s-5 ,;lr Li:4-s-5 and River 7tf-sfs- s7 S"5 F--%- iI s.Se s- C,r Ezi !sir. 4T .,e.JLe--tTe'ts-
 Llf i:-Tsz- .r,i 'Iakil stEeet7 s-4 C Usdf;sl- sleg aud Dublin -trest prfvsrL
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
The Earth's Gird1e.

The most widely separated points be- tween which a telegram can be sent are British Columbia and New Zealand. The telegram would cross North Amer ica, Newfoundland, the Atlantic, Eng land, Germany, Russia European and Asiatic), China, Japan, Java and Aus tralia. It would make nearly circuit of the globe and would traverse over 2O,O0O miles in doing so.-Boston Globe.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11

Greece has for many centuries needed a shaking up, but that which it is getting at the present time is possibly little more severe than is absolutely called for.-In, dianapolis Sentinel
 Greece, as the land of sunny skies, of he roic achievements and of the glories oi poetry and of song, is an ideal place to live in, but Greece as the mother of earthquakes and cholera has it's drawbacks.-Baltimor
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
Dreamed Goldfish.

Melt generous tablespoonful of but ter and stir into it tablespoonful of flour; add half pint of rich milk cream is better. Stir into it half pint of fish, shredded very fine, and 3 we'll beaten eggs. Cook minute and serve redhot
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
Egg For an Invalid.

To prepare an egg for sick person beat the egg until very light, add sea- soning to taste and then steam until thoroughly warmed through. This will not take more than two minutes. The most delicate stomach will be able to digest it.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
THE COVER COMPLETED.

good paper, and if it possess artistic il- lustrations so much the better Such a book inclosed in a cover designed by a friendly hand furnishes gift that would be valued by many recipients high above 8 moro eXpensively bound book fresh from the publishers hands.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
Rev. Dr. John Hall Dead.

TRENTON, May 1.-The Rev. Dr. John Hall, for 50 years pastor and for the past 10 years pastor emeritus of the First Pres byterian church of this city, died here, aged 8s He had become widely known through his works upon religious topics.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
HOminv Pnd6iDp.

One cupful of cold boiled hominy, 3 cupfuls of milk, tablespoonful of but ter, 3 tablespoonfuls of sugar, 3 eggs and pinch of salt Rub the hominy smooth with the bowl of a spoon, work the butter and sugar together, stir in the milk, eggs and salt, pour into buttered pudding dish and bake.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
Evils of the Day.

The husband builds no fires at dawn,
 He dreads his wife's cold feet no more But the mowers waiting on the lawn,
 The baby carriage by the door.
 Cleveland Plain Dealer.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11

the balloon sleeves are adorned with a bertha in white muslin, edged along the vandyked front and the scalloped epau- lets with frilling displaying at each angle rosette bow. Two small ones catch down at the waist box plait drapery which extends as loose ends on the skirt
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
BtxSY.

The maiden with the parasol Will soon be fitting by. And the man she meets Upon the streets
 Had better mind bis sYe..
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
xrova,,ants of OcaaD Steanshina

NEW YORK, May 11.-The following steamships are due today: America, Lon don; Island, Christiansand: Campania, Liverpool; Fuerst Bismarck, Southamp- ton; Manitoba. London; Bolivia, Gibral- tar: Gleadowe, Gibraltar.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
suburb of Montreal Turned.

MONTREAL, May 11.-A $52, 900 fire took
 place in St. Henry, Montreal's western
 suburb, destroying IS houses and render ing about 100 poor people homeless. The
 buildings were all of wood and burned like finder.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-05-11
Sir CharIes Officially TpuOrant

OTTAWA, May n.-Sir Charles Tupper,
 minister of marine, has not yet received official notification of the seizure of the two American steamers by the Canadian cruiser Petrel.