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The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17
STRIKE IN PHILADELPHIA.



PhIa6eiphia. Dee fe-Everv street car
Inc IN the city is 10 he tied up In a strike
that VIII Re begun at 4 O'Clock tomorrow
morning. The conductors and nlotormen
arc waging war for better wages. shorter
hours and the privilege or belonging -
the Amalgamated Association OF Street
Railway Employees. Following the recent
consolidation % all the city lines into one
company-the Union Traction Company
there were numerous discharges from the
company's service OF men belonging 10 the
AnaLgamated Association. Since that
time committees from the union have re-
peafeily asked for conferences with the
officials of the company. but all their over
lures have been rejected BY President
Welsh. The beginning OF the crisis came
last week when r y. Ma10n,
president OF the national organization,
came here and took charge Of the affairs
OF the union. The result was an ultimatum
sent By the union this morning to Presi-
dent Welsh Mr.. Welsh informed the
bearer Of the message that there would be
no answer, and that no person represent
ing any labor organization would be rec
ognized. Then a number OF sub-cOmm!t-
tees were appointed by the officers OF the
union, and for several hours today these
committee were out on the various lines
ascertaining the sentiment of the COM
panys employees. Their report was that
most unanimously in favor or a strike.
Tonight the employees Of the company held
a big mass meeting a Harmonic hail and
there the strike was formally ordered. II
was agreed 10 take out no ears tomorrow
morning delegation OF citizens, headed
by ex-Gov. Pattison. appeared at the hall
and asked for a private conference They
were admitted, and, IL is reported, urged
the men not 10 prec;pitate a strike Though
they were respectfully listened 20. their
warnings did not seem TO chill the en-
thusiasm OF the men. who were bent on a
trial OF strength with the big corporation.
Before the meeting adjourned, at a late
hour tonight. President Mahon delivered
4 long address TO the men. warning them
against all acts Of violence, and particu-
larly 10 keep away from the rumshops.
AT later hour tonight the unions eX-
ecutive committee issued a proclamation TO
the people of Philadelphia setting forth
their grievances First, they demand that
ten consecutive hours shall constitute a
days work with not less than thirty min
utes for meals. and that g shall be the
wages for a days labor. In addition they
demand recognition Of the union and the
adjustment OF several minor grievances.
President Malone stated tonight that the
unions members number close to 4.500 men.
and that. with the others. over 5000 men
will stop work at the appointed hour
Chairman Lutz, Of the strike committee.
announced TO the men tonight that trolley
NAL cars must not be interfered with. but
must be permitted 10 run at all hazards.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17
The Philadelphia al Port Angeles.

Port Angeles, Dec. 1s.-Special-The
flagship Philadelphia arrived this after
noon from Whatcom, and will proceed in
the morning. weather permitting. 10 San
Francisco. Admiral Beardslee expected 10
visit Puget sound again next spring with
the hattleship Oregon, but II now appears
that she is not likely to be put In commits
sion for some time TO come, as IL will be
impossible to obtain the fun complement
OF men. Al present the navy complement
is 5000 men, but il is hoped that the pres
emit congress will increase the number.
The Philadelphia will remain at san Fran
cisco during the holidays. and Will then
probably proceed 10 san Diego.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17
SPORTING NOTES.

At the San Francisco races Monday the
winners were; Seven fur,ongs, selling.
REQ 30: five furlongs, selling, TOneno.
! -dSt.. one mile. selling. our Maggie. 1.46t.
i've and half furlongs. selling. Last
Chance. I:12. FIVE and a half furlongs, sell
ing Philomena, Ito
/. Banks Holt and James r. Scott, pro-
pr.etors OF the noted Alamauce stock
farm at Graham. y. G.. announce that
they viii SCI AZ Fas.g's auction sale IN
New York next February John r. Gentry.
Baronet Governor Holt and the entire
string NJ thoroughbred stock belonging to
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17
Victoria News.

Victoria, Dec 16.-Dr. Garrow. formerly
of Oregon. but who for several years past
has pracficed medicine here. was arrested
tonight for the murder OF Mary Ellen
James. a pretty girl of q. who died
Wednesday last from abortion. Harry
Creech. the girls lover. is also under arrest
as an accompnce ia the commission Of The
crime.
Col. Prior. NJ. p. for Victoria. has accept
ed a portfolio IN the Dominion govern-
ment and seat in the council.
The writ will be issued az once.
and the election takes place at the
earliest date possible. so as to enable Col.
Prior 10 take his seat in mo house az the
opening Of parliament on January g.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17
THE NEW BOND ISSUE.


New York. Dec. 1.-THE World this
morning says: The withdrawal yesterday
of s41J0000 in gold for shipment today
leaves the treasury reserve at So. Sl4. 766.
President Cleveland. seeing that ii bond
issue must come. has been in personal con-
sultation with members OF the syndicate
which advised and managed the last issue
The details OF a plan for the issue were
partially agreed upon, and it is understood
the president VIII order the issue as soon
as the reserve strikes the 900 mark
The issue VIII be at least $4,000 900.
possibly $l00,00e.0eO II is the gem
eral feeling that todays shipment
VIII be the last for some time. but IL is
thought the presidents mark OF $50 0O0.-
GO will be reached in the first fortnight
of the new year.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17
MR.. RIGGS CHINAMEN.
Chamber of Commerce VIII Take
Action Tomorrow Night

Tacoma, Dec 1.-THE trustees OF the
Chamber OF Commerce tonight called A
special meeting OF the chamber for We'd
nesday evening 10 consider the question
Of Mr. Riggs employment OF Chinese ser
wants. he having invited the chamber TO
decide as a representative body whether
he shall keep or discharge them. The
committee Of fifteen took no action to-
day.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17
pixsv.S ..Iottery orIove.,

Henry Z Dtxey IS evtze-t.y rot az wei
known 10 Seattle audiences as be deserves
- he. Or the Sea.tle thez.er wo43 have
hen crowded 3zsE uiEht "a the doors =
Vas re- ou,v D.xev 81 RS comparatively
BIZ the comedy re sppc2-s tr wa1l3 AE.rs-s
wherever known. for brighter. 1sc~e
laa1Ehahie ar3 cleaner coTs5y vas never
presented here cstore. j. e called 'Tna
Lotss.y o. Love. and 5 ols - Aasus,-n
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17
AAIU~ENfENTS.
The Kirmlss at Armorv HILL.

The enthusiastic rehearsal last night
rroved that the Kirmiss people know what
they are about. and are going 10 make no
blunders IN their programme at Armorv
hall Thursday ard Friday nights. The
dancers have perfected their steps and
every costume Is IN readiness. The large
han win ne made thoroughly comfortable.
and the managers are preparing every de-
taI for a brilliant opening Thursday ev-
cnlug
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17
Duxyauf.h 1Iub shooting Match.

TIE Duwamish Rod and Gun Club had a
small bluerock shoot Sunday AT George
town, in which some twenty shooters took
part In the club shoot Al Naples won
FIRST prize, breaking > out of %. The prize
was a very handsome bamboo fishing rod.
presented by the Gordon Hardware Com
pany The Duwamish club VII hold a shoot
every two weeks th.s winter.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17

..,,,rsors. Dee Specisl--The
.Ns Ealing barometer, which has
49,, -, naked during the pass few Gays
800 800 r,ersss+ % snow. which covered ire
was '.,,rv{n~. The wind sas died
80 ara it is believed thar re t3reas,
go, 5anesr TO shipping Ga the sound ana
80. 81 rnw passel.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17
billiard Entries Close Tonight.

Entries for the next handicap billiard
tournament Al the s. a. c. VIII close to-
night. No player VIII be eligible 10 play
In the grand final tournament unless he
has played n at least three monthly tour
uanents
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17
An African Caravan Massaci ed.

Zanzibar. Dec. ia caravan comprising
200 men en- route to FL Donna "as attack
"a By Chief Massals while passing the la
ter's kraal on the night OF November Is.
over H. 600 men with the caravan were killed.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17
To Decide the Protest.

The protest committee Of tie Pacihc
Northwest branch OF the Amateur Athletic
Union will meet today In this city TO de-
eide the protest of Townsend against the
Thanksgiving football game with the Sc
attic Athletic Club. A decision is expect
ed by tonight.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17
University Football Team Dishnna..

The university football team d.sbanded
yesterday for The season. There was some
talk Of the team taking short trip. but
proper arrangements could not be made.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17

Representative Smith. OF Michigan. has
Introduced a hill 70 restore the Mckinley
tariff bill schedules covering agricultural
produce. wool and wooden goods and silk
a nd six goods
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17
s,,nrenle Conrt ne,I-Ion.

o,,-,,ta Ne. 1s-SPeciai The supreme
~ - efvi~r-e8 tire judgment N tae
coL-- ,,,,,el W. HuscncrSft. respond
go ,.s sif.,irist-a1or OF the estate 81 &c
"a \. Shannon. appellant tF''n -N-''S
county.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17

Get your Christmas perfumes IN cut glass
bottles at Smith & Kennedy's. Butler block.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17

-. s~s Wlne Company. - second
street
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17

Upon investigation il IS found that the
Arizona Apacnes murdered no one, but a
deputy sherff murdered an Indian.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17
For Brisk Christmas Business.
Useful Gifts at Small Cost
SILKS.

Beautiful Fancy silks. for
waists. 1sc and 81 a yard.
Black and Col9red silks. for
dresses, &c 70 s. "a yard.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17

White Cambria. fancy corded
border. s.. or fer s5c.
White Lawn. hemstitchei
handkerchlefs, Ice each.
Fine Hemstitchea Lawn Hand
kerch.efs. l-izc each.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-12-17
DRESS GOODS.

Black and Colorsd Dress Pat
terms, 81, S, S. each.
Fancy wesves IN MohAirs snd
Diagonals. soc a yard.
Serges. Chev.ots ar Ladies
Cloths. 5oc and &c a yard
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-10-31

perfect organization to carry out in every
detail the orders of the railroad authorities,
the Commissioners regulation might with
perfect ease and without the least extra
hardship have been put into complete effect
last Monday, the order having been signed
Saturday. The next thirty days thus need
lessly elapsing before an enforcement of
the order may be expected to produce sew
eral accidents. Indeed, the situation is
such that the Commissioners would prob
ably be justified in requiring obedience to
the regulation at the outset, holding this to
be an emergency warranting the abroga-
ton of the tnirty-day clause. The clause
was intended to prevent surprises by the
local authorities, to give every one at
fected by new regulations a chance to be
informed and to comply, but there is no
need of such consideration in the case of
three or four great corporations, reached
by letter within a few hours, ard already
thoroughly informed of the state of affairs.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-10-31
The Euranean situation.

European politics continue to present vary
ing phases The war scare IN London over
the supposed Russian advances in China
has been exploded on the receipt OF news
that the early reports from Hong Kong we're
erroneous but Great Britain is still On the
alert lest there should be enough truth in
these reports of Russian ACKNOWLEDGEMENT en-
the As.atic coast to threaten seriously the
British dominance in that region. Mean
while the Turkish situation reaches an acute
stage once mere, and reports of fresh mas
sacres are received to indicate that the Sui
tan has either lost his control over his sub
jects or else has been deliberately 1eceivilg
the European powers by his pretended de-
sire to institute reforms. Intelligence comes
from Constsntinople that the Sultan is in
fear of his life and has become practically
a negative factor in the administration of
the affairs of the nation. The same reasons
that influenced Great Britain in assuming
an offensive attitude against Russia for
Asiatic access.ons of territory and influence
prevail in the case of Turkey. The difficulty
that at present exists in France over the
southern railway scandals. eliminating IN a
resignation of the ministry, is not apt to
have a marked effect upon the general Eu-
ropean situation. although it indicates that
to political upheavals on account of domestic
matters whereas, in the light of the recent
Madagascar campaign, it appears that there
Is little disposition to quarrel with the minis
try because of an aggressive foreign policy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-10-31

Sneak thieves are growing bolder as the
mercury falls into winters ranges and the
householders of the District must take the
usual precautions against visitations from
the ligh.-fngered folks. A stout latch on
each outer door will discourage a great ma
jority Of these unwelcome attentions, for
few of the hat and coat thieves are men of
nerve. nor do they belong to the ranks of
more serious offenders. such as burglars.
The ease of offering is the main incentive
for front-hall stealings. These offenses are
most frequent at the dinner hour. when the
per portions of the house are untenanted.
and moment of carelessness may result
in the loss of hundred dollars worth of
property that could have been easily saved
by operating a fifty-cent latch. The police
cannot be held responsible for the fire.
quency of thee robberies as long as I'M
locked front doors invite the light fin ered
passe.s by to help themselves.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-10-31
The AnacOstia Strike.

Public sympathy will generally be ex-
tended to the striking employees of the Ana
costa railway if they preserve order and
stard upon their demand for living wages,
but that sympathy will surely be with
drawn if the men resort to violence or per-
nit their friends to commit overt acts
while the railroad company is endeavoring.
as it has a perfect right, to operate the
read. The men won the former strike
because the citizens were ON their side.
The people of Anacostia refused to patron
ize the line long as the company in
sisted upon maintaining starvation wages,
and this influence proved a powerful aid
to the employees. 1t is unfortunate that
the community across the river should be
so harassed by the frequent failure of its
means of transportation, and the burden
of responsibility upon those who order a
strike is the greater because the towns
people are forced to depend upon one line.
If the residents of Anacostia had any other
means of getting into the city the case
would be far different, but the striker as
suEles a grave responsibility in any case
whenever he interferes with any public
agency, whatever may be It's final value tC
its patrons.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-10-31

With unprecedented oe,erity a court of
Alexandria yesterday indicted, tried and
Sc nteaoei to death a youth who had COM
mitte', on Monday. serious offense in"that
community. Doubtless much of the haste
sh wn by the legal officers Of the city was
in spired by a belief that a lynching spirit
was abroad. and that the lad might be
hanged by a mob in the event of any de-
lay. While the punishment may seem
severe. yet wholesome lesson is probably
tausht by the quick and comparatively eco-
nomical trial. which completely satisfied
the agitated residents, and the verdict OF
which, If the evidence were reliable was
quite in accordance with the facts 1t Is
eieye1 that many of the lynchinSs that
occur in the south are due to the Impotence
felt by the people at the laws delays. and
it was but a few months ago that in a
more southern state mob violence was pre-
ented by the promise of the local judge TO
ho,d special term of court to try the pris-
cier against whom the anger of the citi-
ze:ls had been excit ID. Ii Alexandra should
show as much enterprise and determination
in the matter of Kidding itself of the nest
OF thieves, thugs and gamblers now menac-
ing not only the city down the river, but
the capital of the nation, even more good
would be accomplished and the fair name OF
the region across the Potomac would be
spared from much i'll repute abroad.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-10-31
A Welcome Storm.

The skies have opened and the rain, so
long delayed and so sadly needed, has come
at last. There was an immediate and press
ing demand for the rain in the forest fires
in this vicinity. especially in the Rock
Creek Park, the chief beauty of which de-
ponds upon its trees. This blaze had yes
terday assumed serious proportions and
menaced not only the park itself. but the
surrounding property. But in addition the
rain has brought relief to the farmers. the
manufacturers and thousands of interests
affected by the great water famine. The
drouth has been felt not only in this region
but nearly the entire area of the United
States, and the present storm is general
enough and promises to last sufficiently
long to encourage a belief that the costly
dry spell has at last been broken. If this
be the case, the country is to be congratu-
lated, and it will approach Thanksgiving
Day in the mood to fully appreciate the
meaning of the occasion.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-10-31

The citizens of New Orleans are already
planning a celebration of the centennial of
the Louisiana purchase from France. The
project Includes an exposition to be held at
the Crescent City in 1903. and thus Up
wards of eight years time is allowed for
the enterprise to ripen. One Of the local
publications now booming the proposition
de lures that the experience of Atlanta this
year, of Baltimore in 1897 and of Paris in
1870 will be of great value to New Orleans.
and will prevent any possibility of failure.
1t must be remembered that the success of
such a project depends not alone upon
its management, but upon the appetite of
the people for such shows. A great exposi-
ton every two or three years may prove to
BE- more than the country can stand
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-10-31
More Railway shortsi.hteane...

Yesterdays accident at lexington shows
how the grade crossing evil spreads when
once ii has become established. This pop
ulous suburb is really a continuation of
Washington, and yet it has absolutely no
more protection from rapidly moving trains
than any COW pasture in the farming dis
tricts. There should be gates and flag
men at every road crossing the tracks all
along the populous region traversed by this
road, and until such facilities are pro-
vided the slaughter and manning will con-
tinue. to the evaporation of the people
and the expense of the corporation that
with false notion of economy, refuses to
provide these means of preventing acct
dents. Doubtless the sums annually paid
by the railroads for damages would quite
cove the expense of maintaining complete
systems of road protection. with a COM
Portable margin over.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-10-31

1t is unfortunate that uLder the law
granting the District Commissioners power
to make police regulations they are com
PEELED to give thirty days notice to the
steam railroad companies of their order
compelling all trains to stop before cross
ing rapid transit strect-car lines. The grade
crossings have existed many years, with
their attendant evils and the cutlery
against them. The steam roads have in
the past shown consideration whatever
for the people for the authorities. and it
is indeed waste of mercy now to grant
them grace for such a period, when full
compliance with the order necesstates only
a few hours of preparation on the part of
the several transportation companies en-
tcring the city. With the complete tele-
graphic equipment ready at hand. and the
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-10-31
China Department.

Dinner Set, 100 pieces. one saucer Clipped.
Reduced from $1,000 to $3.50
Odd Decorated Slop Jar. Reduced from $500
to s.. so
$3.75 TO $3.50
/ White Carlsbad Vegetable Dish, covered. Re
duced from S2.25 to Sl.OO.
9 White Carlsbad Tcapots. Reduced from 81 %
to soc. each.
/ Decorated Carlsbad Butter Dish. Reduced
from SI.25 to 75c.
, Jardinieres Clipped. Reduced from $3.50 to
81. % each
/ japanese Umbrella Jar. damaged Reduced
f ON $500 to $500.
2 odd Decorated Chambers. covered Reduced
from IS to soc. each.
. odd Decorated Brush Vases. Reduced from
80 to DC each.
French China Cracker jar Reduced from
81 % to 15c
i Haviiunl China Butter Dish. Reduced from
$2.15 10 Sl.00.
I Decorated Individual rlatters. Reduced from
10 to sc. each.
i Ja,,anes Vase. damaged. Reduced from 81 sc
to soc.
/ Japanese Salad Dish. damaged. Reduced from
81 90 to SOC.
18th floor 10Th st. bldg
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-10-31
Mems Department.

Wem's Department.
Bath Robe brown and ecru, faded. Reduced
from $500 to $500.
House Coat. slightly faded. Size SO. Reduced
from $1,000 to 800.
u -Four INLAND Scarfs. Fisk, Clark & Flagg's
Royal Reduced from 81 90 to soc. each.
Is pairs Kid Gloves tans and browns. Sizes IA,
~ and ~. Reduced from 50 to soc. per pair
pairs Heavyweight Pure Silk Drawers. Size
30, reduced from $500 to $500; 81, from $3.50 TO
S525; &c. from 5000 to $63S; IS, from $500 to
SU.S1 per pair
I Coored Shirts, two collars, pair cuffs. Sizes
ii. 151s and 16. Reduced from 80 to 81 90 each
10. White Shirts, colored linen b0soins 'coiors
woven, not stamped. attached cuffs to match
Sizes 14lh, 10 and 15E. Reduced from $1.50 to
81 90 each.
Iaundered White Dress Shirt. IS nee 32-inch
sleeve. Reduced from 100 to SOC.
4 Boys I.aundered White Shirts plated bosoms
Size 12h. Reduced from So to 2Oc each
list floor ........,,,.,......l 1907 st. bldg)
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-10-31
Observation-Disclosures

2 Glass Oil Cans, / gal. size. Reduced from
% to 15c. each
Japanned Water Carriers. Reduced from so
to 3Oc. each.
2 Large Japanned Trays. Reduced from 80 to
15c. each.
/ Rubber Door Mat. Reduced from $500 to
800 / reduced from $3.50 to S1.25 / reduced
+ ON 500 to 81 so.
9 Large Preserving Kettles. granite iron. Re
dc d fiom 81 30 TO T5c. each.
Covered Sauccpans granite iron. Reduced
from 81 40 to &c. each.
Oatmeal Kettles. granite iron Eeduced from
81. so 10 15c.. each.