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The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

A very pleasant surprise was given to
Mrs. Sophie Kendall on Thursday evening
Of last week at her home in Stanton by
her sabbath School cluss bringing some
OF their friends with them. It was indeed
q very enjoyable surprise to thelr 10 aeher
who very much appreciated their kind
remembrance. Tho evening was spent In
mueic and games and at an early hour tho
guests were Invited to tho dining room
whera splendid table of refreshmen is
was awaiting them and when surrounded
with tho merry fright Dyed iittle girls
iiled to oysi flowing with fun and laugh
ter was sight which warmed their
teachers heart with love.
At about ten O'clock tho little folks re-
turned to their homes With only one thing
to MARI the enjoyment of the evening
and that wac the sudden illness OF one OF
their companions. Sophie Blanehfleld one
OF the most active In getting up the sur :
prise. Ihose preseut were jamie Crook.
ham. Elsie Hubert Florence Taylor Ber.
thu Turner. Clara Smith, Ida J onss, Mabel
Wright. Nellie Banks. Jesso Banks. Mag
gle smith. Elsie Banks nnn Lille X. Ben.
nett,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

In 1898 Edward James Glave left New
York, bent upon one of the most hazardous
tasks which this century has afforded. His
purpose was to proceed from Zanzibar 10
the strongholds Of the Arab raiders far in
the interior of the dark continent and
thero to obtain such exact information as
tothe strength, system and sources of sup
plies Of the African slave dealers as would
enable the civilized powers now interested
In Africa to proceed intelligently toward
the eventual suppression of the horrors of
the cruel traffic in human lives carried on
by Arab man hunters. Entirely alone,
save for dozen native carriers, he was to
mako his way past the great lakes and
deadly swamps to the headwaters of tho
Kongo, and thence across the continent to
tho west coast, relying almost entirely up
on his skill with the rifle TO provide food
for himself and his followers, for it was
only by going in this way, in the guise
Of a hunter, that he hoped to obtain the in
formation he wished. The Arabs would
not be likoly to molest single hunter,
whereas they might attack and destroy a
small armed force coming among them or
fee from q superior force, in either case
defeating the ends Of the expedition.
"Glaye's Career" by Robert Howard Rus
SELL in Century,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

Few women realize the decorative pos
sibilities Of corners. The result Is that
even in pretty and artistic rooms the COR
ners are TOO often left bare the walls being
allowed TO meet in hard, straight lines.
with nothing to break their monotony.
Before attempting to alter this, however,
1t Is we'll to recognize fully that corner
decoration must depend somewhat upon
the architectural qualities Of the room.
When an apartment Is small, the corners
should not be filed up, nor cut off by
placing pieces of furniture diagonally
across them, for this only tliminishes the
apparent size of the room. When the cells
ing is low, nothing should eput into corr
ners which does not carry the eye beyend.
Its own level. Itsis, therefore, only In
lnrge rooms that we can have absolute
freedom in corner decorating
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

My name being published amongst
those reudlng Senator Handy and j.
Edward Addlcks out of the Republican
party was not signed with that intent,
and 1 discluim all Intentions as SUCH
have been voter In tue Re publican
pnrty for over thirty years aud have al.
ways tried to stand clear OF all iactionai
difficulties. and this one In my opinion
but will do great harm, To the Repupll.
cans OF this country. for united we stand
divided we fall. had hoped that these
differences had been settled and that we
would all pull together for victory In
November 1896. Yours truly.
BENZ. +. SHErrARp.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

The annual meeting of the stockholders
of the Baltimore and Philadelphia railroad
Company was held at the Office In this cty
yesterday. OF the stock all but 500 shares
ware represented, Directors were elected
as follows: Thomas NJ. King OF Baltimore,
]. B. Washington OF Pittsburg; William NJ.
Candy, William Candy and Henry A. Du-
Pont of Wilmington; William T. Dixon, W.
II. Addleks and r. IT, Ashhurst OF phiiadel-
rhla, and T. Wilcox Brown of Baltimore.
Shortly afler noon the directors met and
elected these officers: Thomas NJ. King.
president; ). B. Washington, vice-presl-
dcnli; Il. b. Campbell. general mana
ger; John @. FarEs, secretary; w. H. Ijams.
trsasureri @. W. Booth, auditor.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12
TWO LARGE FIRES
Mitchell & Thomas Morocco Fac
terry Destroyed.
The FlREMEN 20 GOOD WORK.
Another Fire ut the Vim. Len a. sens Com
pnny-DweiIinE Houses Narrowly Eacapes

pnny-Dwefling Houses Narrowly Eacapes
The large five-story morocco factory
owned by the Wilmington and Northern
Railroad Company. and operated by
Mitchell G Thomas, on Liberty stree; east
Of Maryland avenue was completely de-
stroyed by fire between 5 and 6 o'clock
last evening. The first alarm was sent In
about $40 o'clock and at this time the re-
Election and smoke could be plainly seen
from all sections Of the city. The build
ing forms an L and the FIRST two stories
are of brick. The top stories are OF frame
and are covered with corrugated iron.
The second alarm brought out all the
firo companies and hundreds OF sight
eeere. Owing TO the iloors being ollsoak.
ed the fire bad big Roadway when the
fire companies arrived. but the piucky
members OF the best volunteer fire ds-
partment known So7n had the flames
under control and The fear, concerning the
dwellings In the neighburhood were soon
dispensed.
The corrugated iron sides helped to bar
the efforts OF the fire laddles and as the
ilames came through the big nigh win,
dove, the brave hearts knew IL was ilgLt
and every man did his the best and tor.
CUES were not allowed to lick up any Of
tho nelnhboring property.
There Is difference OF opinion ne to the
cause and location OF where the fire
stalte
Tho loss on the building and stock Is es.
tlmated at 100000 ON which there are sev-
eral assurances carried by Gilpn L. Co.
who refused to give any Information.
The tiramen had ahout congratulated
themselves that the nights work was over
when an alarm came In from Box2 and
dash wos mado for Goth and Market Sts.
1t was sthen discovered that the floor of
the Office OF William Lea and Sons Com.
panys Mills wero abazs. The Chemical
engine anu two other streams soon had
the threatening blaze under control.
Tho first lloor was completely gutted
and the second floor damaged to q con-
e.derable extout. Although being tired
the ilrenen worked brayely at the fire. At
one tlmo II was thought that the entire
mill would have gone up but the quick
response and good work OF The iiremen
SaYeQ IL,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

HARRIsBuRa, Dec. 19.- Regarding the
proposed taxing Of life insurance policies,
Insurance Commissioner Lambert says
stories are afloat TO the effect that the Of.
ficcrs Of the SeKennial League are not
carrying out the order Of the court regard
ing tho distribution Of tho surplus fund OF
$500, COO The court, instead OF appointing
q receiver, virtually made the officers the
receiver. 1t is alleged that the officers are
endeayoring to compromise with the cer-
less than what they are entitled to by law
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

Rear Admiral Walker. president OF the
Lighthouse BOARD. In his racommanda.
tions to Secretary Carlisle, after several
trips of inspection. fayors q lighthouse OF
and buoy depot on Cherry Island, In the
Della ware River.
This would cost $4,000 The wharves
are 10 bad condition. The basin 10 so
filled with mud that half Ia bare at low
water. 1t should be drsdged to depth
OF nine feet.
The bulshead wall should be rebuilt and
other repairs must he made or the useful
ness OF the depot Will be destroyed.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

New YORK. Dec l2-Barbara Aub has
retracted the confession on the strength Of
which w L. 8. Lhngerinan was allowed
TO 90 free after he had boon convicted OF
criminal assaultin the iirst degree. Miss
Aub now claims, 1t is said, that the cons
fesslon was forced from her by some OF tho
attaches at the Door of Hope mission Fred
House, her lawyer, said: "You can say
that Barbara Aub has retracted the con-
fession which she made to Recorder Goff,
and sho now says the story she told on the
witness stand during the trial Of Langer-
man is true"
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

Providence, Dec. 1a.--The Colt case
was called yesterday when Attorney Rip
ley, Mrs Colts counsel, appeared before
Judge Stiness in the appellate division Of
the supreme court and moved for the dis
missal of the petition for divorce In sec
onding the motion Mr.. Colwcll, attorney
for Colonel Colt, read q letter from his
client, In which he said that despite tho
statements of some newspapers his suit
against Mr.. Van Allen did not reflect upon
Mrs. Colts conduct In any way. Tho mo
tion for discontinuance was thon granted
The attorneys in the case said the affair
was now all over, and there was nothing
more to sny.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

bazaar and festival will be held by
Vulcan Lodge. No. % A D. UyW., at
lher hall at MarshallLon, Del, on Friday
and Saturday evenings December 18th
Nstd l9th. Numerous useful articles Will
be disposed OF among which Will DO ilna
breeoh loading gun. hand made set OF
buggy harness, extension table. easy
chalr. secretary. ton OF oonl, barrel OF
llour and smoking set.
All frlends of the order are cordially In.
vited to be present with us and hoip our
young lodge out. 1he proceeds of ths
bazaar will DO dayoted 10 tho bonaHt OF
tbs kelief Fund OF the Lodge,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12
Highest of all in Leavening PowerLatest U Govt Report
R%:al! q! Rskassl! RRssiaRs
ABSOLUTELY PURE
eINGi.E TAX.

J. r. g.
3 Oh Single Tax.
What ars the facts
You'd have us contem pis.e?
Will endless bliss
BE exchanged for this
Competitive estate.
You tell US folks
ERgs will have two yoiks,
And roses hayc no thorns;
That men will talk
and always walk
As II they had 70 corns.
Hobos will pass
Upon the grase.
Aud not be nude to ,'git;n
That cats and dogs
And little frogs
VIII never have .it.
That pie and cake
We all will take
Without one cent to pay;
And lunch routes tine,
Big beer aud wine
Will be on each highway.
No longer clouds.
No use for sh-ouds,
And women minus words;
Babies won't cry.
Nor politicians lie.
In fact we'll all be birds.
Hold on, Friend George.
You cannot gorge
Us with that empty sound,
When such things take place
Girls will sling biss.
And stars shine from the ground
You want the earth,
Though there 10 no dearth
or people OF like mind;
But an elongated tongue,
And a double Inflated lung,
Can never bring the answer, yol
Will find.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

VIENNA, Dec. 12.--Great excitement was
caused hero yesterday by the arrest of a
man In the Hofburg palace who was car
rying what was supposed to be q dynamite
bomb, but which turned out, upon exam.
ination by the police, to be nothing more
dangerous than wooden ball. When the
man was taken Into custody and asked to
explain his presence in the Hofburg he
gave an incoherent answer.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

In view OF the card saw In your paper
OF the 9Th Inst, from George A. Gilbert,
referring TO the Delaware Beneficial As
ISOLATION. desire to testify to my fellow
citizens the advantage of mem bership In
the above association. There huve been
several daatha OF members OF tho assoein.
tlon to which have Seted as funeral dl-
rector and to my personal knowledge
tie association has always p6ld tho
amount of death benstlts promptly, and
In full In every case. Tho advantage is
not only to receive enough at death TO
bury tho deceased, but also weekly. bene-
fits II disc tiled by sickness or accident.
Respectfully Yours, VIM. f. GRIsSAaR.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

LOUISVILLE, Dec. IA train carrying
the Garfield club of Louisville, returning
from Frankfort, was fired into at Emit
nence, Ky About thirty shots were flrod,
and windows of the car were shattered
The inmates fell on the floor and escaped
injury, except one man who was seriously
cut by broken glass. 1t was ut Eminence
that Bradley refused to continue further
in the joint dnhate during the campaign
because of tho disorder of his political op-
ponents
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

BRIpaEToN N. j., Dec. 19-swift Jer
soy justice was meted out to William
Jones. On Monday last Jones stole an
overcoat from James s. Elwoll, man
who took him In and fod him. Jones was
afterwards arrested and locked up in jail
On Tuesday no pleaded guilty to the
charge before Judge Hoaglhnd who i'm
inediatoly sentenced him to the state
prison for two years at hard labor.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

II SO, We can euro you permanently and
almost pnlniessly. without surgical opor =
alton or detention from BUSINESS, by the
latest scieEtiiic method. Bear In mind .
,weariug irues won't cure you. Consul
tntlon and examination free. An lnyestl-
cation will convince the most skepioai.
The Wilcox Hernia Cure. No. 012 Marriott
street. Office hours, to IL a. In., to
aud 7 to D. m,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12
Holiday l.Aeur.lon nale. on tho u.

Holiday ENcursion Rates on tho u. n
In pursuance OF It's usual policy, the
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Co. VIII sell
Excursion tickets between all stations on
Ito lines East OF tho Ohio hiver fer all
trains December 81, 22. 23 "a. IS 81 and
January lst. valid for return journey uu.
til JaGusry 7ih. inclusive. at redueed
rates.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

Mrs. Rose Robelen. mother OF Mr.. Hsr.
ry Robelsn. aged 81 years Ia su fferlng from
severs fall recelved nearly one weeL ngo
at her home at No. 5l5 West Third street.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

The way tn be comforthble and mako
others happy around you is to have your
homa we'll heated during the cold weather
and keep good Urea.
Order your coal and wood from II. T.
Sergeant, Onice 9TH and King streeta.
yard LOG Maryland avenue. Phone 5i5.
s5-Hickory wood for open CRATES.
Ia Large Pea Coal for famllyuss.
Coal all under cover and we'll screened.
2240 lbs to the ton.
Pine or oak kindllng wood split ready
for use.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

Under the management oil the Mite Sncie-
ty of the Delaware Avenue Baptist Church
10 he held at the residence of Rev. Wm.
A. Wailing. No. 700 Delaware Avenue will
open tomorrow eTening at go O'Clock.
and continue friday aud Saturday eyen-
Ing. Supper a Ia carte.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

And Liver com pialnt you have a printed
guarantee on every bottle OF Shlohs Vi
taiizar. II never falls to cure. For sale
by N. b. Danforth, 2nd and Market streets.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

Lady--You know, wish my portrait to
be total surprise for my husband.
Artist--Yef madam, understand.
I4ady-Apd you will try not to have too
strong a likeness as would not like him
to recognize it ~ the first glance Lon
don Tit Bits.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

Harry Tnyler. nssistnnt to L. p Freye,
has gone on a saaIsiu.f,AaR expedition TO
Alaskn. His numerous friends appear 10
be much worried about his eafe return
home. We hope no will have better luck
than when he sont Mr.. Andrew Catsy the
canvas back duck.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

Prof Wabstsr the worlds greatest
trance medium. tells you all You want to
know. II you arc in distress call and zee
me. Cures rheumatism. Ono week only
10 a. IN. to 10 D. m. PIE W. 4th street, late
OF Philadelphia.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

Is a sure cure for Headache and nervous
diseases. Nothing relieves so quickly.
For sale oy N. b. Danforth. End and Mar.
ket streets.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

Ask your physician, your druggist and
your friends about Shiloh's Cure for Goa.
sumption. They will recommend lt. For
sale by n. B. Danforth, End and Market
streets.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

Washington street ls 10 a wretched con-
dillon. Tho street should be repayad at
ohco, whore It has been torn up to make
examination for water and gas plpes.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

Karl's Clover Root lea puriIies the
blood and gives a coar and beautiful
com plexion. For eale by \. Is. DaGfoIth,
Rad ana Market streets.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

Take ithome. Having used Salvation
OIL In my family for rheumatism find 1t
an excellent remedy. Hiram G. Dudley.
OF Dudley \ Carpenter Commission Mer-
chants, 1876 Light ST.. BALTIC, Nd
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

DO not forget that our Emulsion OF
Cod Liver OF. With hypophospeitos Ia
and nil lung troubles. hlade by W. U.
Tay or. pharmacist COZ King strest,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

e0eo lbs Havana Shorts for sale at q.
W. corner Second and Shpley streets, at
20 cents q pound. City Market Cigar Fac.
tory. II. +. BoURpoN, prop,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

lady riding q Icyele passed up Mar.
ket street one day this week, carrying nor
market basket on the handle OF her
safety.
Clinton Il. Fogwell has been elected
captain OF the High School base ball team
for the coming season.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

One OF tho economics of good house
Keeping is the test Coal Order from Fell
y Joseph, FIont and Madison streets. and
be sure OF good well ecreened article,
and long tons. Soc the big shedl
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

William P. Mcdonnell has bought Of A.
ii. Ekund three three-story houses on
East Twenty fourth street. near MARKET
for S2500 each.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

Rogers napkin rings. spoon. knives
nnd forks, largest stores In town.
Brlght's, go King street.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12
EXPLANATORY.

The flre engine will be on exhibition in
tho window OF the iewslry store OF
Charles III, Banks. No. GIG Market street.
Each fire company contesting for tho
prize to have q representative present at
tho count every Monday. Wednesday and
Friday evenings.
Each ballot 10 be placed In the box In
Mr.. Banks' jeweiry store, No. 6i5 Market
street.
Direct all coupe ms Engine Contest.
The name OF the company must be
written plainly on each coupon.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

Neck ard lorsnette chains. Wright's
ego King street.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

Pins and charms for all orders. 29O
King street.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

How Father Maloney Helped the Church.
4 Father Maloney was one of the best
known and best loved men In Nevada, :"
remarked an old mining man, land am
sure he did as much for the church as any
two men in the state. When Father Ma
lopey solicited subscriptions for q new
church, men who never gave before dug
down deep into their pockets and donated
with an appearance of cheerfulness that
wa surprising. One day he walked into
ashloon whore big poker game was rum
nlfg. He watched the play till he could
speak without interrupting and then said:
Gentlemen, we are trying to get
money enough to build new church here
DO any Of you feel disposed to help us
outs'
IA big, rawboned fellow, who had been
losing steadily and was consequently in
unpleasant mood, growled:
a-sasF IN rastle you for $40.
tWithout a word Father Maloney pro-
drped the amount and laid 1t on the bar.
Tn gambler looked surprised and hesi-
tated, but when tho other players COM
nenoed to jeer him he got up and covered
tho priests wager. They pulled off their
coats and squared off. Father Maloney
edlnmenoed playing for an opening in O
mcnner thnl showed he was no stranger
t0the sport. The big fellow made rush
AMI threw out long arm to clinoh his
opponent around the neck. Quick as a
fash Father Maloney grabbed his wrist
with both hands, turned and threw the
Z big fellow clear over his shoulder. He
struck ON his back with crash that made
the glassware behind the bar rattle and
jpahp Father 4ialoney quietly donned his
clerical coat, pocketed the stakes and
watched tho big fellow pick himself up
painfully.
My friends said he, Il would have
been very thankful for $40. / had to bo
q little undlgnifled, but have made $40
for the church. "-San Francisco Post.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

The critics have with patriotic enthusi-
asm and artistic appreciation declared
her genine. Mrs. Fiske was recognized
even during her retireme ent. as an actress
OF unique strength by metropolitan crit
les who cav her occasional work for
charity In such power. testing plays as
'Frou 'Frou" and "a Dolts House." But
II has been her fortune within the short
period of her present tour 10 inspire in
ovory city In which she has ppearod the
most pronounced critical expression In
her favor. as we'll as public eulogy that
would please any artlstn
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

Mr. +. A. Sullivan. of Chicago, H..
writes. that he has used DR.. Bulls Cough
Syrup for bronchitis and found 1t to be Ms
represented, great remedy and good
friend.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12
The Weather

The Weathcr.
For eastern New York, eastern Pennsyl-
yania and New Jersey: Threatening
weather and snow; northeasterly winds-
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12
FIRE ENGINE
CONTEST.
Another Contest Tnaugurated
by the Republican.
FIRE ENGINE
COUPON
December II

The Fire Engine Company
in Delaware receiving the
most votes cut from the col
umns Of the Daily Republi-
can will receive a handsome
IInickel-plated miniature fire
engine. All votes to be depos-
Iited at Charles M. Banks
Jewelry Store, 6I5 Market
street.
NAME
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

Bracelets. all the 90. eao King. wrlshts.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1895-12-12

Manager Baylis says: l desire to call
special attention to the exceptional excel.
lence o, the plays and company on Friday
and Saturday evenings. December I3 and
IL. and hope for appreoiAtlve and profit
able audiences. The Interest inspired by
the announcement some monthS ago that
Minnie Maddern Flske would rsturn to
the stage has, during her short aeason,
developed into enthusiasm n over her work
in her new play. "The Queen OF Liars. I"
Before recognized as genius she has
shown, "a Marie Deioche, ON motlonal pow
ers equal to those OF tho great foreign
actresses WHO have visited thls country.