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Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Deputy Internal Revenue Collec- tor ]. T. Rogers returned to this city from New Lewisville last night, where he had been on official busi- neSs
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

A number of Elks of this city went to Little Rock yesterday afternoon to be present at the organization of an Elk lodge in that city last night.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Maj. J. B. Hereford, special agent for the Royal Insurance Company, was in the city yesterday, the guest of the k. II. NJ. Mills insur- ance agency.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Miss Bogardus has issued invita- tions for an informal hop from 9 to 12 o'clock at the Bluff City club rooms nex. Friday night.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

AVOID PNEUMONIA, diptheria and typhoid fever, by keeping the blood pure, the appetite good and the bodily health vigorious by the use of Hoods Sarsaparilla.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Shoemaker's rolled oats. oat meal, grits and hominy, and the finest cream meal, at
 11tf HoUsToN x RoANE's.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Mr. c. Bell went up to the Capi- tai esterday afternoon on business connected with the Pine Bluff Water Company.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Go to Houston X Roane's for Cal ifornia canned fruits-cheaper than any house in the city. , lltf
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

At the ensuing city election the voters will have an opportunity to vote for City Clerk. q City At torney and four Aldermen-one from each ward. The retiring Aldermen are: Messrs. Miller, High tower, Goza and Saunders.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Fine eyaporated apples, peaches, nectarines and apricots, French and Golden prunes, just received, at 2 1Itf HoUsFoN X RoANE's.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Don't failIto send your sweetheart a nice Valentine on February 14th. We have them; lots of 'em.
 If MITCHELL, the Confectioner.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Morning Joy" Java and Mocha coffee. Every drop a drop of comfort. This coffee took first premium at the Atlanta Exposition For sale by ROBINSON X Co.
 23 d til21
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Dr. A. k. Sherrin. of Sherrill, is among the distinguished visitors to our city today.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

"Preferred Stock corn, the finest Main sugar corn packed, for sale by Houston & Roane. 211tf
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Comic and fancy valentines at Mitchell's. 26dtf
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Just received at Houston X Roane's dill pickles, Saratoga chips, deviled crabs and full line of Underwood's deyiled ham, turkey and tongue. Il
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

County Judge ". D. Jonesreturned from Little Rock today.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Fresh oysters received daily. Three dozen for 20 cents. r. Pierotti, op. posite Great Red Store. 1012tf
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Mir. Alfred Wiley, of Star City is here on business visit.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

MT. John L. Mills is in Fort Smith this week on business.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

HOODS PILLS have won high praise for their prompt and efficient yet easy action.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13
 For Sale.

Jefferson, Lincoln and Cleveland county scrip in amounts to suit. Call or write for my prices before buying l2 2ld&w4m F. NJ. ROSENBERG.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Prosecuting Attorney S. c. Mar tin spent last night in Little Rock.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Mr. E. k. Buster, merchant of Kingsland, is in the city today.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Go to Houston X Roaue's for fine teas and spices, and the very finest Mocha and Java roasted coffees. II
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Mir. Jeff Hicks has gone to Texas on a business trip.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13
 hIardI Gras

At New Orleans, La. February F and Is. For this occasion the Iron Mountain Railway Company will sell tickets to New Orleans and re- turn at one fare for the round trip. Tickets on sale February l5 to r. Final return limit March ?.
 J. l.. Rl MACH,
 Tkt. Agt, Iron Mountain Route.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Nr. A. ]. Clemmons, of Grady, is { Pine Bluff visitor.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

about four million spindles in sight, all of which will be in full operation before the close of the present year.
 '.The tide of population, which for year or more has been slowly turn ing sonthward, has swelled during the last twelve months to great magnitude. Throughout the North and West thousands of people are turning southward, and the outlook indicates that within the next few years as many settlers from outside will come into the South as went into the Northwest fifteen or twenty years ago, when that country was being opened up to civilization
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

FOR RENT-A front furnished room. Alp I ply to No. 1909 West Barraque street. 1;
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

Mir. Charles H. Owens left for Mem phis last night.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13

PROGRESS OF THE SOUTH
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1896-02-13
CITY ITEMS.

Mr. 0. M. spellman is in the city.
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1896-05-02
Mems Fashions for Nav
WRITTEN FOR THE COURIER.

run k.I
The work OF the artist who designs
patterns for suitings is not easy. A good
pattern must not be obtrusive. 1t must
be agreeable when seen, but above all
it must not be pretty. That is an
abomination to the critic Of mems wear.
The choice Of patterns has much to
do with the appearance OF the wearer.
A proper selection corrects the lankiness
OF the tall man and the tubbiness of a
short one Never before in the history
OF tailoring has there been 90 large a
variety Of weaves and colors. The most
popular effects are in rough Scotch
cheviots in fine pinchecks, stripe effects
and plaids. The latter OF many colors
These cloths made in the loose easy
three button sack with patch pockets
buttOned, fly front vest and trousers
bordering on the pegtop style, make a
very neat suit.
Handkerchief pockets are not put on
the outside any more with frocks, cuta-
ways and most sacks. but there are two
inside breast pockets wherein nothing
OF much weight or bulk must be carried
or the coat will sag and bulge out of
shape. The Punishment of the breast
pocket makes it grave question where
to carry one handkerchiefs which are
now largely made in pure white, of
course hem stitched.
In neckwear, collars, ETC., the season
is bringing many novelties. The latest
fad which threatens us is the use of gold
and enameled bands which loose four
in hands and De Joinevilles. This style
was in vogue some twelve or fifteen
years ago but apparently did not expire,
but slumbered.
The high band turnover collar has
lost ground in popular favor. There is
talk Of collar that is to fasten alto
gether at the back. like a clergyman's.
Colored shirts seem to be the only proper
thing for business and negligee wear
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1896-05-02

For cl aiming the scalp. removing dand-
ruff, preventing the hair from falling out
or turning gray, and promoting luxu-
RANT growth. no finer thing can be used
than the electric treatment, given by
Miss Demarest at Herpolsheimer's store.
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1896-05-02

That is, the shirt with white body and
patch bosoms and cuffs to match. Quiet
patterns are preferred, for anything in
clined to be loud" carries date with it.
The latest novelties in shoes is brown
patent leather with cloth tops 5uttoned.
L. A. b.
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1896-05-02
Frame and Art

Elite Studio. 7. w. Towsend, proprie-
tor, is charging its present quarters
226 So. 18th, and is prepared to show its
patrons the finest line OF frames, mould
ings, etc, in the city. Fine photographs,
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1896-05-02
NOTICE OF INDEBTEDNESS.

Notice is hereby given that the total
indebtedness Of the Sulpho- Saline Bath
company, corporation. on this LIST day
Of May, 1896, is as follows:
Bills payable not due, secured by
mortgage. 800, 1000
Miscellaneous indebtedness. ..... $50
Sulpho-Saline Bath company by
NJ. HI. EVERETT, President.
j. o. EVERETT, Sec'y and Treas
Nj. III. Everett,
j. o. Everett,
I. f. Calvert,
Directors.
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1896-05-02

We make all our candy, bon bons. etc.
Frank M. Rector, 1911 o street.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14
LATEST NEWS FROM HAVANA.
Brief Hut Very Different Story from a
One Given Out by the Sum.

Brief Hut Very Different Story from the
One Given Out by the Sum.
The foregoing is the New York Suns
special account and is the least dis
creditable for the Spaniards. The other
stories are that Maceo was led like a
lamb to the slaughter and shot down
by foes in ambush without being given
a chance for life.
The following is an Associated Press
dispatch from Havana dated Dec. IL.
and the latest received: Further in
Quiries by the correspondent of the As
ISOLATED Press have elected the follow
ing additional details, which are posi-
lively reliable, of the manner in which
Antonio Naceo met his death. It Is
known that Maceo expected the in
surgent Brigadier General Sanchez to
concentrate his forces in Havana pro-
vince in readiness for Maceo when he
should pass the trocha. 1t happened.
however, that in passing the Spanish
column commanded by Major Cirujeda
Maceo mistook the force of guerrillas
under Peral for Sanchez vanguard and
found himself amongst them before he
discovered his mistake. At the first vol
ley from the Spanish Maceo fell wound
ed. The insurgents. taken by surprise,
commenced a general fire as they re-
treated and abandoned Maceo in q
dyfng condition.
Colonel Feijoo has had an engage
ment at Campo Florida. near Havana.
with the concentrated forces OF the
insurgents which were with Maceo at
the time he was killed. and which are
now following the leaders Aguirre,
Castillo, Aranguren, Cardenas, Gallo
and Lozo, and number 1900 horsemen.
Colonel Feijoo again met these forces
at Tumba Quarto. where he inflicted q
loss Of eighteen killed, their wounded
being carried OF. The Spanish had
nineteen wounded.
Private advices from Santiago delos
Vegas. In this province. state that the
prominent tinsurgent leader Percio Delago
has been seriously wounded and has
remained hidden in the woods since
the last engagement with General
Figueroa. These advices add that IL Is
expected that several bodies of insur-
gents will soon surrender to the Span.
ish authorities"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14

says chat the Spaniards have Maceo's
body. but are afraid to produce 1t be-
cause its production would show the
brutal treatment the corpse received
at Spanish hands. Another Cuban story
details the alleged burial in q Havana
cemetery by the Cubans themselves OF
the body Of the dead patriot. for his
death Il admitted generally now, al
though people arriving BY boat from
Havana at Key West declared that Ma
Geo was not dead at all, but another
mulatto who was in the party that
crossed the trocha. The Spanish at Ha-
vana are indignant at the charge Of
treachery, and it is said that Weyler
will deny 1t over his own signature.
Meantime the Cubans say the war
will go right on with greater energy.
From Jacksonville, Fla, comes the
that port and take a very large cargo
Of arms and ammunition to the Gu
bans, and do this with the permission
Of the government under a recent de-
cision of Attorney General Harmon.
From Tampa, Fla. comes news of an
other expedition with the largest cargo
of arms, men and munitions Of war
that has ever left United States port.
Meetings in favor Of the Cuban cause
are reported at Dallas, Tex, and other
points. offering aid to the Cubans. and
at numerous points in the United States
enlistfng men for service in the Cuban
army seems to be going on almost openly.
at any rate the newspapers know all
about 1t.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14
More Prosperity.

Hollidaysburg, Pa. Dec. 1.-THE
First National bank Of this place. the
oldest bank in this section, one OF
the original 81 national banks in the
United States. suspended this morn
ing on account Of heavy drawing on
funds in the past few days.
Two other banks at Martinsburg
and Williamsburg failed as result.
The Hollidaysburg bank had $5O.-
900 capital, the Martinsburg de posit
bank $25, 900, and the Williamsburg
bank $4,000.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14
A Change in the Interstate
Commerce Commission.
VACANCY QUICKLY FILLED.
Charles A. Prouty, of Ver-
mont, Succeeds Veazer.
u. S. Cruiser on a Mysterious
Errand.

Washington. Dec .14.-W. G. Yea
zer, of Vermont, owing to Ill
health, has sent in his resignation as
member of the interstate commerce
commission.
Washing ton, Dec. 1.-The presi-
dent sent to the senate the nomina-
tion Of Charles A. Pronty. Of Yer
mont, to be interstate commerce
commissioner. vice w. G. Veazer re-
signed, and H. M: Wilson. post
master at Buffalo Centef, Iowa.
In tho Senate and House.
Washington, Dec. s4.-In the sem
ate the vice-president announced the
appointment of Sherman. Elkins and
Mitchell, the latter Of Wisconsin, as
the committee to arrange for Nc
Kinley's Inauguration.
The house adopted the concurrent
resolution for adjournment for the
holidays from Dec. % to Jan 8. The
ways and means committee decided
this morning to begin hearings on
the tariff Dec. 20 and continue them
two weeks.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14
LABOR FEDERATION IN COUNCIL
Movement to Displace GOmpers with
Prescott, of indianapolis.


Cincinnati, Dec. IA. - The auditing
committee of the American Federation
of Labor completed it's report yester-
day which will be presented to the con-
vention today. There were present last
night ninety-five delegates, including
the full corps Of officers. The sessions
will continue day and night, except
today and tomorrow. when they will
be held during the day only. Tonight
the delegates will attend the theatre
as guests of the management of the
Grand Opera House. On Tuesday night
they will attend q mass reception at
Arbeiter hall.
The election of officers will not take
place till the closing hours of the con-
vention. Nevertheless there is talk al
ready of some opposition to the re-
election of President GOmpers. The
man spoken Of as his competitor is w.
D. Prescott. Of Indianapolis, president
of the International Typographical I'm
Ion. There is no acrimony in this Op-
position, and at present it does not seem
formidable
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14
THE MAJOR MISSES HIS MATE
and Telegraph Used Freely ~
the Husband and Wife.

Canton, O., Dec. H.-One Of Major
McKinley's friends remarks that since
Mrs. Mckinley is in Chicago he be-
haves like a new bridegroom separated
for the first time from his bride. Each
morning he anDiously awaits a tele-
gram of greeting from her. and each
afternoon he calls her up by long dis
tance telephone for q chat. He Re
ceives nothing but good reports from
her She has experienced no incon-
venience from her Journey, is in her
usual health and enjoying herself very
much.
Nothing can be learned here of the
probability of the major going to Chi
cago, but it would be no surprise to
friends should he pack up and start off
almost any day. This would be very
much in accord with his past record.
In nearly every instance in which Mrs
Mckinley has been separated from him
for any considerable time or by any
considerable distance he has Joined her
in time to accompany her on the home
ward journey.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14
is ALMOST EVER THUS.
Another Especial" Fake That Is Lie Out
Of Whole Cloth.

Another "SpeciaF Fake That Is . Lie Out
Of Whole Cloth.
Washington, Dec. II. = The special
printed in New York and Chicago pa
pers Saturday to the effect that the
Turkish minister had protested against
certain portions of the presidents mes
sage is without a particle of foundation.
1t IS denounced as pure fiction
both at the state department
and at the Turkish legation. 1t Is posi-
lively stated that the Turkish minister
has not called on the secretary of stats
since the message was read in con-
gress.
Moreover, the rules of international
law are plain in matters of this kind
Communications similar to the presi-
dents message are matters of purely
domestic concern and other nations are
not JUSTIFIED In taking anybody to task
for what he says in such communica-
tions. The Turkish minister is an able
diplomat and would never think Of
violating the conventionalitiss Of inter-
national law.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14
Bryan 0ets south Dakota

Pierre. S. d., Dec .14.-In the man.
damus case to compel the issuance
Of certificates to republican electors
on the partial canvass. the court held
that the board had right to adjourn
to secure complete returns. This
gives Bryan the electoral vote Of
South Dakota.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14
ABBREVIATED TElEGRAMS.

The Kentucky supreme court has de-
cided that Alonzo Walling must hang
for his share in the murder Of Pearl
Bryan. An "enterprising' reporter
acted the eavesdropper and heard the
justices come to a decision. He then
published his scoop. He is now in Jail
for thirty days besides a fine. 1t was
the other papers who "scooped" him.
A $50, 600 fire occurred at Grand ISL
and, Neb., Saturday. p. Martin. dry
goods, was the heaviest loser, $33, 600.
Other merchants lost the balance in
stocks and buildings.
The Chicago police raided the pool
rooms in that city Saturday, finding
five doing business. Warning had been
sent out and eight otheys had closed. The
operators were held in 81 900 bonds,
which they all gave.
The annual meeting Of the National
League of Commissioner Merchants OF
the United States will be held in the
Revere House, Boston, Jan. 13, IA and
IL. 1897.
The late DR.. Caroline Brown Wins
low, of Washington, left will
bequeathing her body to How
ard university to be carefully
dissectsd by a woman medical student
for the purpose of advancing her
knowledge of anatomy. Her skeleton
is then to be wired and used for educa-
tional purposes.
The vote in Washington is officially
reported as follows: Bryan. 51,646; Nc
Kihley. 3s.57a; Levering, s6S; Palmer.
14S.
Mr.. and Mrs. George y. Curzon were
among the queens guests at Windsor
during last week. Mrs. Curzon was
Miss Mary Letter. OF Chicago.
Two Kansas thugs held a farm house
for . whole day near Corning against
q mob Of citizens. The thugs held a
baby and two farmers as hostages,
They finally surrendered. stipulating that
they were to retain their arms, and
were put in Jail.
The owner of the filibuster Dauntless
has now sued a government officer fol
preventing his vessel from leaving port
Fire razed the Urbana, O., high school
building. The loss Is s65. 5.00e. insurance
SO. 900.
DR.. Robert Black. grand commando,
Of the Knight Templars OF the STATE
of New York. died at his home in Brook.
lyn Saturday, aged IS years.
Three men. said to be counterfeiters
are locked up at the Central police
headquarters at Chicago. Spurious mon.
ey was found on them.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14

Cincinnati, Dec. 14.-The sixteenth
annual convention Of the American
Federation Of Labor was called to
order this morning by President
Gompers. One hundred and fifty
delegates were present. Represent
atives from England and France were
present.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14

Cedar Rapids, Ia. Dec. 14.-The kill
ing of young Wolf by Station Agent
Benedict at Fairfax reveals the extent
and methods of a gang infesting Iowa
and johnson counties foreears. Crimes
of every nature have been committed,
and the local authorities are unable to
cope with the situation. Search reveals
the fact that the dead mans name was
not Wolf but I.Oescher.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14
Now whore Has the Newark Gone. .

Key West, Dec. 1.-THE United
States cruiser Newark was lying at
her dock coaling when suddenly
work was suspended and she hur-
riedly put sea. Her destination is
not known. but it is reported she is
on her way to Havana.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14
A Wild Chase.

Detroit, Dec. 14.-Ernest Chase,
son Of DR.. Chase Of recipe book fame.
cut his wiie's and his own throat
badly today in an insane Sattempt at
murder and suicide. Physicians
think both have good chance for
recovery. Chase had been dissipat-
ing lately.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14
"Apd a Lyuchine Is Probable.-

Marshalltown, IA, Dec. 14.-Andrew
Hart. aged Is. son of a pioneer farmer
Of this county, was shot dead early
yesterday morning by an unknown man
who entered the house presumably for
the purpose of robbery. A desperate
struggle ensued. The murder escaped,
but hundreds Of armed citizens with
blood hounds are in pursuit and lynch
ing Is probable.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14
Heavy Ioss of Iowa Hogs.

Des Moines, Dec. 14.-Sratistics COM
piled by the crop department. Of the state
show loss Of over 30 Per cent. of all the
hogs in Iowa by cholera. the per cent be-
ing from to II In the different counties.
The loss in money is given at tl5, ,00O, ,O00
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14
Condition Of whea. in Illinois.

Springfield. Ills, Dec. 1.-THE state
board Of agriculture has issued crop
bulletin showing the condition ofwheat
In Illinois. The area seeded shows a
decrease Of s per cent. compared with
1895 The acres sown are !, 74S.O94, OF
which 5S,117 are In the northern divis-
ion. 7?4,647 in the central. and Sl6. $50 in
the southern Low prices and depreda-
items Of cinch bugs caused the de-
crease. The present condition is 90 per
cent. in the southern and central and
100 per cent. in the northern division.
The Hessian fly Is reported in the fol-
lowing countless: Greene. Logan, Men,
ard. Montgomery. Scott, Clinton. Ef'
fngham. Massac, Randolph and White.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14

Cleveland. Dec. IA Chairman Han
ma returned home yesterday. He de-
clined to say anything about the gos-
sip concerning the cabinet appoint
ments of President Elect Mckinley.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14

Don't daily with Iheumatism.
Purity your blood and cure it at
once BY taking course Of Hoods
Sarsaparilla.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14

When bilious or costive eat . Cas-.
caret. candy cathartic, cure guaran.
teed, 10 cents, 25 cents.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14

the is nothing better than Foley's
Kidney Cure. Every one who tries
it will agree to this. Sold BY N. F.
Bahnsen.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14

Omaha. Dec. 1.-THE district court
at Omaha declared the city curfew
ordinance unconstitutional The de-
eision declares the ordinance is uncon-
stitutional because 1t conflicts with the
statute Of the state. which prohibits
the punishment Of minors under IL
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14
To C1re . Cold IN On, Day

70 Cufo Cold IN o. Day
Take laxative Bromo Quinine Tab
lets. All druggists refund the
money II It fails to cure. % cents
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-14

Toronto. Dec. 14.-Detective Davis has
arrested James A. Jordan. Of Grand
Rapids, Mich. on q charge of forgery
involving a large amount of money.
Jordan Ia a United States government
official. employed as a special pension
examiner. and is charged with foeging
the government signature.