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San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1894-09-15

wear out long before he usually Goes
And it forces a new kind of admira-
ton from the thinking man when he
sees for the first time a human being
who has lasted 100 or 115 years, and
whose heart is still going on after all
this enoromus expenditure of force. The
eyes, ears and stomach all have a rest,
but the heart keeps on through waking
hours as well as through sleep. Pauses
between the beats are all the vacation it
gets, which seems to be really no rest at
all. When one does not dream, even the
brain seems to sleep, or at least it gives
peace and quiet
Much has been written and talked
about vegetarianism in relation to health
and its effect on long life. 1t is not
claimed, however, by its strict advo-
Gates that any of the great number Of
people who have lived to be 100 years
and over were vegetarians. In fact,
most of these centenarians seem to have
lived just like common folk who die at
40 or so. If they had only taken care of
themselves and kept their blood in good
condition, there is no telling but 200
years may have been scored as easily as
100. Natural advantages being so great,
as shown by what they did do, a vague
sadness overcomes the social philosopher
when he thinks of what they might have
accomplished under more favorable con-
ditions for the success of the experiment
As to the admitted advantages of
partial vegetarian system of living, NJ.
Francisque Sarcey, the famous French
critic, has been trying it, and in COM
munication to one of the Partisan jour
mails gives his experience. Since April,
1898, he has touched no meat. In Au-
gust of the same year he reports that he
is only "a moderate vegetarian that
is, he only eschews meat and admits
eggs, cheese, butter, milk and fish to his
regimen. Contrary to the expectations
of both himself md friends, he finds
that he is in much mere vigorous health
and in better working condition under
the influence of his new menu than be-
fore. At first he naturally felt hungry
an hour or two after eating, but after a
fortnight the flesh craving passed away.
and now he not only eats at the same
hours as before, but consumes much less
food. The advantages of the system are
described by him as most remarkable
His mind is clearer, and he feels more
disposed for work. He is no longer
sleepy after meals, his brain is fresher,
his limbs more elastic, and, more aston
ishing still, he can stand more fatigue.
Formerly he felt the need of stimu-
lants, and now he has done away with
such things. He does not smoke, and he
is endeavoring to diminish his coffee
supply. Altogether he is enthusiastic
At first it is rather like self denial but
one gets to like it in time. Chicago
Tribune.
A Lover of Tobacco.
1t is said that the camel is lover of
tobacco. Let any one smoke pipe or
cigar in the camel compound, and the
camel will follow the smoker about,
place his nose close to the burning to-
baccO, inhalc the fumes, with a long
sniff, swallow the smoke, then throwing
his head up, with mouth agape and eyes
upturned, showing the bloodshOt whites,
4 a Il.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1894-09-15
A Lover of Tobacco.

Italy produces 90. 4 per cent of the
wine of the world, Spain 23.S per cert
and France 2l.9 per cent, the three ma
tions producing 61.9 per cent of the ag
gregate output, amounting to $780,.
600, 600 gallons.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1894-09-15
SECRET OF LONG LIFE
CAN A HEALTHY PERSON PROLoNG
HIS LIFE TO 200 YEARS?

The Theory of "Retarding Vital Consump-
tion"-Franklin and the FIies-work the
Heart Does.-Recent Experiment In the
Partial Vegetarian System.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1894-09-15

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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17

1t was probably sarcastic individual who
made the suggestion that the property own
ers living along Connecticut avenue and in
the vicinity ought to make protest to the
commissioners against the proposed car
Rage parade on the White Lot Connecticut
avenue is the recognized show place for So
0eey, whether on foot or in carriages and
the selection of another drive will II is held
work a positive injury to property along
that thoroughfare. If the White Lot rem
devious leads to the desertion of Connecti-
cut avenue by the gay cavalcade of society.
then the question might arise as to whether
the change works to the disadvantage of
the property. Should a depreciation in val
ueS set IN or one be feared. then it is sug-
gested that the Commissioners be called
upon TO put on the brakes and prevent the
further downward descent 1t Will possibly
De argued that as society has used the ave-
nue. for SO many years for the purpose OF
taking the air in good company, and indi
VlduaIs. in full knowledge of that fact. have
purchased property along the avenue that
sort of vested right has been created. In
SO many directions in these days are the
natural rights of man limited that it would
not De surprising perhaps to a good MANY
worthy citizens If the course and direction
OF their daily pleasure drives should be
Planned for them by the city authorities.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17

There is ample reason Just now why the
health authorities of Washington should
resume the study of the great dust ques-
ton The present month has been excep-
tionally dry and warm. and already there is
a vast amount of the fine nuisance flying
about the city, to the menace of the public
health This matter of dust in large cities
has recently taken a more serious aspect
than ever before scientists of the
highest standing have begun to cry ont in
warning that the street-cleaning systems
OF most cities need investigation and prob
able revision. For instance, Dr. T. Mitchell
PrUdden. who is recognized as one of the
leaders in germ study. writes in the March
issue OF Harpers, under the caption CT
tuberculosis and Its Prevention" in a
fashion that should make very interesting
reading for every municipal officer in the
United States. and especially for such or
ganizations as the Sanitary League Of this
city DIR. Prudden advances the proposition
that tuberculosis. or consumption, as 1t is
better known. is communicable. but not in
the way ordinarily supposed. The sputum
of sufferers from the disease, he argues
contains large quantities Of the living
germs. which are harmless as long as the
medium in which they are held is moist,
unless. indeed. ii be communicated directly
10 the lungs Of another: but AS soon as the
splium is dried the germs may float in the
air as dust, and thus may be breathed into
the lungs. and once more implanted for
their deadly purposes. of course, the most
of the danger under such circumstances is
to be met indoors, but there is still danger
without. as he points out, especially in the
crowded sections Of large cities. A single
Hass@se from DR.. PrGdden's careful article
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17

The New York Times appears to be very
much worried because OF the course which
Is being taken by Senator German with
reference to tariff legislation. The Times
complains that Senator German can ap-
parently see no reason why Senators in
terested in coal mines. or having friends
so Interested. should not block the pro-
gress OF measure. the settlement of
which Is of the greatest Importance TO the
business of the whole Union in order to get
advantage for themselves" Senator Cor
man represents in one branch of the Ma
tional Legislature a state that is deeply in
terested in coal mining. and as a repre-
sentative Of that state and of it's CONNER
cial sentiment he is doing what he doubt
less conceives to be his duty when he en-
delvors to obtain for his constituents the
best possible legislation. He, in common
with very many other Americans, is salts
led that American coal should be afforded
its share OF protection under the conserya-
tive and protective measure known as the
Wilson bill. 1t is possible to impute selfish
iEg the coal tariff legislator may take
If 1t be a virtue to advocate free coal, SO
that several Americans of prominence may
acquire wealth by the possession and opera
ton OF coal mines in Nova Scotia, why
should 1t be crime for Senators to defend
the interests which constituents have
placed in their keeping?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17

Believers in municipal reform will watch
with more than superficial interest the dis
cussion and action consequent upon the
fifth annual message of Mayor Pingree of
Detroit. In that document the mayor dis
cusses many topics of interest both to the
general public and to the corpora lions with
which the public does most of it's business
but special stress is laid upon street rail-
road matters. With an evident desire to
act justly by the street railway interests
but never permitting that desire to inter-
fere with the rights of the public, Mayor
Pingree makes some suggestions that are
worthy of consideration. He would have
the life of street railroad franchise Fixed
at fifteen years. and insists that the city
shall at the end of that time, if it SO de-
sires, purchase all the property CT the COM
pany at an arbitrated price. The company
would not, however. have much street
property to sell, for Mayor Pngree believes
that the city should lay and own the tracks
and should rent them to the companies at
figures equitable and remunerative. Ex-
tensions of routes he would have provided
for only in a plan to be formulated BY a
committee of city officials AMI submitted to
the council for confirmation, while "all IN
necessary lines, of which there are nearly
ten miles, put in originally merely to shut
out competition, and the maintenance CT
which is a direct charge On the people who
ride, shall be discontinued" SIngle cash
fares he would leave at five cents, but
tickets should be sold at the rate of eight
for twenty-five cents. Washington Goes
not hope for such things for itself just now
but it would like to see Detroit (Which was
modelled after this city, secure some o. the
benefits planned by Mayor Pingree
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17
SHOOTING STARS.
MfCky's LCASOn.

Micky's Lesson.
Come count yer numbers down, me by,
An let me hear yez say
The figures as they come along.
Arranged in proper way. u
Be spry wild yer arithmetic,
An let yer shtoile be seen! ...
NOW! Wan' two. three-but don't forget
To shtop at seventeen. r
An next We'll how the months that come
To make the blissed year.
From January tell 'em down.
Ofm waitin' fur to hear
Show how we've made the calendar
The subject av res arch
But. be the powers, Ofll dress we down
Onless yet sthop at March
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17

The declared opinion CT District Attorney
Birney that the passage Of either OF the
bills now before Congress, respecting rae
ing in the District. would open the way to
continuous racing here, with all its at
tsndant evils. for nine and half months
of the year, should warn Congress to give
careful consideration to the wording Of
these measures before passing upon either
of them. While IL is doubtless true that
the people of the District would generally
approve provision for legitimate race
meetings of reasonable length conducted in
the proper seasons 1t is equally true that
there Is no demand, except from the
gambling element. for the enactment of
any law which would make possible an
abuse OF the privileges granted. by the
establishment Of a season Of continuous
racing between the open dates; viz: from
March LIST to December 18th. No one
seriously believes that Congress would in
rentionally be party to such a deplorable
arrangement. y racing season opening
March LIST and closing December 18th ap-
proaches winter racing. The experience Of
past years has demonstrated that there
is no demand for more than spring and
fall racing season here. and experience has
also demonstrated that. unless supported
by the pool room element. without regard
to those who care for racing, race meetings
more than two or three weeks long are
improbable at any time of the year.
There seems to be no necessity whatever
for a racing season which would permit
more than a few weeks of the sport in the
spring and in the fall. AS racing on the
big outside race tracks begins May 18th
and closes October 18th. and as the months
of March and December are clearly unfit
for legitimate sport. would it not be well
20 amend the bills by providing that racing
should be conducted only between March
31st and May 18th, and October 18th and
December LIST. and that no one racing
association shall conduct a race meeting
either in the spring or the fall Of more
than eighteen days?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17

will illustrate this meaning: when, as in
New York, the streets are nearly always
save for few favored localities filthy and
but fitfully cared for; when choking dust
clouds must be encountered by the citizen
in the haphazard and slatternly essays at
cleaning which unframed, irresponsible or
decrepit attaches Of vicious administra-
ton may deign to make-we cannot ignore
q danger from street dust which may well
incite the gravest apprehension. The citi-
zen can, II he must run from the presence
OF cloud-enwrapped machines. furiousy
whirled along half-sprinkled pavemen.s; he
may avoid a block on which the hand
sweepers. in utter disregard for rules, ply
their nefarious brooms over unwet surfaces,
because too Indifferent. or indolent to
sprinkle them-these things he can do If he
be not willing or ready to apply the citi-
zen's remedy for municipal misrule."
There is. Of course. much in the picture
drawn by the author that, while it may be
painfully true Of New York, can never ap-
ply to Washington. The asphalt streets.
the form of government, the lack Of Tam
many Hall, with thousands of followers to
be fed from the public pap spoon-these ele-
ments tend to reduce the danger that DR..
Prudden is only too keen to see in the state
Of things in Gotham. Yet there is that in
his words that should make the authorities
here watch every movement that Is made
by the street cleaners, and the citizens re-
port every transgression of the rule IL at
should be iron-elad and inevitahle-a
thorough wetting before the first stroke Of
the broom. The streets. by the way are
dirty enough just now to give the Commits
sioners an excellent chance to do the good
work in the most effective way.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17

The religious interest that was awakened
in this city during the progress of the
Moody meetings has not subsidized The
past week has witnessed a series of meet
ings in d large number of churches which
are quite as remarkable IN their way as the
great gatherings addressed by Mr.. Moody.
Large audiences have been the feature of
these meetings. although there have been
no special attractions" as they are term
ed, in the way of eloquent evangelists or
noted singers. AS rule, the pastors have
conducted these services unaided 1t may
be concluded that the preaching Of the
'old, old story has ever the power to at
tract and interest.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17
Never Means II.

IT'S mighty seldom you find a woman
who means what she says" remarked the
gripman on the cable car
"Oh. you shouldn't be quite so severe" re-
marked the man who was smoking. That
pretty general Indictment"
Il know it. But, if you'll sit here all day
few times and listen to 'em saying good
bye you'd think just as 1 do
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17
Easter JeWelry.

No more complete collection OF Real Shell yewelry
than here. Combs up s. 9S each The following
ut less than prevailing prices:-paseer and Two
prong Combs for CSC. usually judged worth 81
And here are the very latest Belt Buckles:-15c
instead OF 81 for the Satin Finish Silver Filagree
Buckles. 80. soc instead OF 81 for the Large
Buckles with slide.
Old friends with new faces are the 6-incb Scab-
bard Sword Pins at only 25c. The Imitation Shell
spanish Combs, with guaranteed sterling silver
trimmings, only $l25
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17
Explaining Ii.

How laxative Cholly Chinkins has be-
come since you introduced him to that BY
kins girl" said Maud
Yes" replied Mamie. He has at last
come across somebody who knows less
about something than he does"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17
BeneyOlence.

What makes them bring the same old
show back, season after season." said the
young woman who likes the theater
II don't know" replied the young man.
unless 1t is a spirit of philanthropy on the
part of the managers"
Philanthropy
Yes; they probably want to give the man
who had to sit behind a nigh hat another
chance.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17
Easter Bonnet.

III you wish 1t made to order please call Monday.
Paiais Royal price for the services OF the late
leading trimmer OF New York's leading milliner-
Mime. Hartley Of Fifth avenue. Our Easter greet
ing is si.es for choice Of any Bonnet or Hat
marked So, $3.50 or So
Acc for Csc Jet Hats. 15c for 25c Jet Aicrette.
4ec for choice OF Flowers marked Soc 0s, and 75c
Millinery Paror on second door, C ST. side.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17
Pride.

ITS too bad" said the eel to the tadpole.
What is?'
THE conduct of these goldfish. Ever since
they overheard the reading Of the financial
reports they won't condescend to speak
to U.S."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17

1t should be known that the raid by the
police on the street vendors of oranges in
this city yesterday was simply a matter Of
municipal business and not an expression
of st. Patrick's day sentiment
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17

Gov Waite's recent narrow escape from
actual bloodshed may have the effect of
reforming his literary style by making
him less off-hand in his illusions to san
culinary brides and in the use of similar
Objectionable figures of speech.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17

Unless Mr.. Coxay's army of the unem-
ployed makes haste 50 as to keep ahead
Of the industrial revival it may be en-
barrassed with offers of work en- route.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17
Uncle Eben's Cynicism.

Doan so'shate wef err small-natured man.
He'll not only keep FUN helpin' yer to sue
coed in life, but he'll hate yer eff yoh does.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17
Liable TO Accident.

I'm not a very tinid man;
I've oft confronted strife.
But they've chosen me for Congress now.
I'll go insure my life
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17
Yellow Carriers.

As expensive as you choose. Only 15c for choice
of a thousand Yellow SILK Elastic Carriers, each
with a permanent bow-and an equally steadfast
beau to come.
An Easter greeting that our patrons will also
appreciate are the Warranted Fast Black Stock
nys. with double sole and high spliced heels. at
2oc instead of 35c pair. .1Oc for Chldren's lsc
Fast Black Hose. Use for the 25c Hose size,
to 81.
(See above for Jewelry, Parasols Millinery
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17

Admiral da Cana apparently could not
appreciate the Benefits of travel for his
health more keenly if he were a Tammany
politician.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17

From the Chica:

From the Chicago Tribune
The new government of Hawaii Is COM
PEELED to be economical, but it is not trying
to coin money out Of nothing.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17

The German Emperor is magnanimously
giving the statesmen of his empire an
opportunity to do little quarreling among
themselves.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17

Chicagos principal criticism Of Editor
Steads book seems to be that il does not
do her attachments in naughtiness justice.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17

Colorado is sadly afflicted by the scarcity
of money and the superabundance Of Gov.
v ate.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17
Easter Para soils.

IL your Easter Parasol is not here where is 81 !,
Here are thousands TO select from. 81 to s,,o
each. Our Easter greetings are Black and Color.d
MORE SIX Parasols worth $3.50. for So 9s each,
and Coored silk Sun Umbrella. with choice Dresden
China handles, worth $3.ss, for only So 40 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17
SIS.

Sass for choice of one hundred seven-yard Dress
Patterns Of 81 English and French Wool and SIX
and Wool Suitngs. Fifty patterns go sale Mon
day at am. and fifty at pm, on second foor
bargain counter
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17

OUR MILLINERY DEPARTMENT.
5oc. silk Caps.
Anniversary Price, zsc.
Soc. Chidren's Straw Sailors.
Anniversary Price, rSc.
sec. Black Sailors.
Anniversary Price, I7lc.
toe. Yacht Caps. for children.
Anniversary Price, TSc.
Don't fail to take a glimpse at our styles
for Easter. they will please the purse the
same as they adorn the head
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17
Ladies' Gloves.

As Easter Sunday approaches nearer and nearer.
% will the throng increase at the Glove Counter.
Those who call early next week will have their
Gloves fitted with more and delfberstion
than possible later. Mondays Easter greeting
will be the offering Of the ''Palais Royals 81 IS
Kid Gloves for only $1.09 White and all the
correct spring shades.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17
Mems FURNISHINGS.

With Earl & Wilson Collars at zoe. Warranted
Al-linen Collars at Sc and Guaranteed All linen
CUFFS at 12Iac, is it a wonder the Paais Royal IL
exciting all and the irritabiity OF some mer-
chants?
Our special Easter Greeting Is the offering OF
200 dozen Easter Scarfs at 44c for choice. We
shall include all 4sc and Csc Scarfs for only 44c.
See samples in show window.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17

The Wilson bill stands a poor chance of
living up to its christening
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17
LINEN DEPARTMENT.

LINEN DEPAhIMENI.
39c. Red Table Linen.
Anniversary Price, 33c.
Soc German Table Linen.
Anniversary Price, 23c.
39c. Jumbo Towels.
Anniversary Price, 2sc.
$50 ia Spreads.
Anniversary Price, 0Sc.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17
The District.

The developments in the Pollard Brock
inridge trial were followed with consider
able interest. The death Of John T. Ford,
the veteran theater-manage-. in Ralti-
more. and Capt. Frank e. Rrownell. the
avenger of Ellsworth. in this city, occurred
during the week. The uncertainty in re-
gard to the change in the warden
ship of the District Jail was settled
by the appointment of John r. Leon
ard in place of Jerome B. Burke. The
transfers of Methodist ministers, as an
nounced in the appointments made at the
Frederick conference, created quite stir
in local Methodist circles. The failure to
leave Presiding Elder NayIor in his place
was criticised. The favorable weather has
served to arouse the interest in outdoor
sports and there a good deal of
activity among the members Of the athletic
associa tions. The members of the Washing
ton ball nine are in training, preparing fo-
the approaching season. The cigar manu-
facturers held convention here. The
members of the Wellman arctic expedition
left this city for New York. where thew
sailed for northern Europe.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17
YOUR Easter Costume.

Merchants and their clerks, n1odistes and tE1eif
patrons have been entused into expressions of opin=
ION during the 'Opening making it evident that all
details of your Easter costumes here i'm the very
latest styles and at the lowest prices possible to lin
with reliability.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-17

MATING AND OIL CLOTH DEPARTMENT.
12hsc. Fancy Mating.
Anniversary Price, osc.
l5e Seamless Mating.
Anniversary Price, r7sc.
l5c. Hemp Carpet.
Anniversary Price, osc.
SSe. e. OIL Cloth.
Anniversary Price, age.