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The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

An old Scotch lady, who had no rel
ish for modern church music, was cx-
pressing her dislike Of the singing OF
an anthem In her own church one day
when a nelghbor said; why. that Is a
very old anthem. David sang that an
them to Saul To this the old lady
replied; 'weel, weel, | moo for the
FIRST time understan' why Saul threw
his javelln at David when the lad sang
Tor him. Household Words.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

skin viii be worn with the dress. The
coat Is stitched In black and buttoned
with Jets. Collar and cuffs Of sable will
be worn with the coat These are ad-
Unstable and can be left on on warmer
days. Cuffs are sold this year at very
reasonable prices. They are narrow
and do not destroy the contour OF the
arm. A pair Of these cuffs make dressy
a plain waist and dlnity cloth coat
wonderfully.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

NNN"HHAHHHHNH"HH
II has been estimated that ninety pc
cent. OF people In trade fail az SOM
time In their career. and for a mcr
chant 10 remain In business over ulrr
years without needing aid from ~
creditors Is a remarkable incident PEG
pie OF good memories have seen great
fortunes tumble into nothingness. an
families that have boasted Of theh
wealth reduced TO penury. through sud
den changes that visit the commercial
world. Every year adds new instance
OF these sudden roverses. and whit
they should teach people 10 be oonsld
crate 20 one another they should ais,
suggest 20 persona now rich that thoy
cannot control the wheels OF fortune
and they should not be too boastfu
and too harsh In their estimate on
others.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
ATTACKED by AN OCTOPUS.


common sense. reasoned ont the cause
OF my dilemma. As the strain OF the
alr-pipe was downward. and that Of the
lifeline upward, l concluded that the
pipe must be fast below. and that the
only thing 10 be done was 10 go down
and clear II. First. regulated tho
air In the dress. letting out az much as
I could spare. for In my present posi-
ton all the air went into my legs. and
kept them floating straight upwards.
and then I tried TO make the boys"
understand that wanted them to low.
or me.
All my shakes and Jerks on the life
line. however. we're without avail. BY
that time all hands. except those pump
ing. had tailed on. and were doing
their level best to pull me In halves
Fortunately. all my gear was In good
shape, or they might have accomplish
ed Il. Finally. after hanging betwixt
the top and the bottom about half an
hour. my tender" had sense enough
TO signal for another diver. and | was
AZ last released and hauled up, more
dead than alive. The cause OF this ac-
cldent was simply that the careless
holder OF the pipe, instead OF keeping
4 taut. had allowed II to drag on the
bottom until Il fouled around the base
Of a coral cup Had the tide not been
slack at the time. the weight OF the
boat. which was practically anchored
By the air-p'pe. would have torn the
helmet from my shoulders and the re-
suit would have been different
Octo2l are seldom met with In Aus
tralian waters. though there "a always
the possibility OF such a thing. and
occasionally one hears OF an encounter
The deaths Of many native divers who
90 down and never appear again. are
attributed to the trldacna. a gigantic
mollusk OF the clam order; which
closes with a vise-like grip upon ans
thing that passes It's lips
Another iish that Is unpleasant e
meet IL that known a. the stone-hsh
Il is small. being only a few inches II
length. but its bite Is poisonous. Ap
parentiy. Il makes its home under th'
pearl she'll for II Is only when plcklnl
up a shell that a diver Is bitten. Aftel
a bite from this spiteful little membe
Of the Amy tribe. Il ls wise to remain
under water as long as possible. TIL
pressure, causing much bleeding at IN
bitten part. cxpels the poison.
Black and yellow sea-snakes are con
slant companions Of the diver. thougl
quite harmless; also stingarees. blow
ilsh. mullet. and a hundred other va
rietles known among divers by name
descriptive Of some popularity IN
ilsh possesses. but which to the reade
mean nothing. A few Of them ar
{. known to science by names that moa
less.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

A Constant Reader asks II a girl OF
fourteen years OF age should wear her
dresses closed In back or front. and
how long should they be- What Is
the most suitable style OF dressing her
hair, and should she wear spring or
high heels TO her shossg Answer: so
much depends on the girl. her situation
in life and her associates. that the
above questions are rather difficult TO
answer. The average girl Of fourteen
should have her dresses closed at the
back. and they should inst clear the
lnstep Of her shoes. she win and her
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

depths easily pen
eraicd BY divers without apparatus.
But when the shallow waters were de-
nadod Of their prizes, more venture
Some mcn went into the business. 1T
ting themselves out with boats and civ
ing suits. BY means OF which they
eouid search deeper waters for the
oceans only gem.
Pearls arc found IN most tropical
waters. The market. however. Is prln-
clpally supplied from the CULTS OF Cali
fornia and Mckee. the northern coast
Of Australia. ceylon. and the islands
o. the Pacific.
Though pearls are found In almost
al molluska. the true pearls Of fashion
are Only produced by the pearl oyster
o. mofher-ol-pearl shell And here let
me say that pearl diving means not
only lshlns for pearls. but also the
shells which contain them The COM
merclsl MOP" shell Is IN reality
the bread-and-buiter OF the diver. In
size they are about rs large as an or
binary dlnner-plate. and their weight.
when cleaned. averages pounds. When
sold IN London market they bring from
100 70 $3.50 per ton. on the spot they
are reckoned roughly At g. a pair.
From Torres Straits. good pcarling
grounds extend far east and west.
Here land Il H. representative Of near
b an other fsheries) diving Is carried
on BY means Of lugger-rlgged boats.
ranging In size from Eve to twenty
ionA This style Of craft has proved to
be most suitable, as they are easy TO
handle and can be shifted quickly. They
are built with a certain regard for
speed. for The reason that the better
TIE sailing qualities Of the boat. more
time the diver has for work below. The
boats are fitted with air-pumps. and
carry a crew OF Ave Malays and n
diver: the latter being also the cap
tain.
There Is a scattering Of Europeans
among the divers-prlncipally English
and Germans: but Kanakas. Malays.
East Indians. Japanese. and Chinese
make up the greater number.
Next to a good diver and apparatus.
a reliable tender Is the most neceB-
aary adjunct TO a pearllng luggcr's out
nt. He Il Is who holds the life or sig
nal line, and looks after the general
welfare Of the diver when below. The
tender Is the second In command
He must keep his weather eye lift
ina for squalls. the movements oI
other boats. and should be a vide
awake fellow: quick 10 act In an emer
gcncy. and constantly alert
On the pearllng grounds. with th'
firs; streaks Of dawn. blue wreaths o
smoke arise from every boat. TIT
cooks are busy preparing the everilst
ing lish and rice for the Mohammedal
Crews The divers have. perlorce. q
content themselves with n cup OF cot
Zee and a piece OF bread. as Il ls lmpos
sible to do good work under water wit
fun stomach.
The diving dress Is waterproof
combination OF coat, vest. trousers
and stockings. all In one. The onl
inlcls or outlets are the wide cola
and the wrlsileta Dressed In a donbl
set OF heavy flannels (to absorb IN
persplratlonl. the diver. with the tend
er's' aid. works his way. feet FIRST. Int
the dress; his hands are soaped. 9
that they may slip through the tighi
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

the first calling trip at the capital
The dress Is n pattern one. Two pat
terms are seen--a smooth black cloth
and a delicate gray striped In black.
The skirt Is made In many panels over
lying breadths OF the striped material.
Il Is full. with a suggestion Of train.
yet without an inch Of superhuous
length. From the waist down are
small round buttons In cut Jet Jets.
by the way. are becoming great favor.
ties. a boon for those who have pre-
served them.
The waist is a modified blouse with
Jet buttons. A crush collar and deep
cuffs OF striped elk make the onk
trimming. a short coat Of gray doe
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25


SHELLS.
fitting rubber wristlets, and then the
boots are huckled on. The latter are
leaGen-soled and weigh 30 pounda
Next the corselet or shoulder-pleco IL
added and screwed tightly 10 the coll
lar OF the dress Then the lifeline and
pipe are attached. the eighty pound
bacs and chest weights suspended from
the shoulders. the helmet screwed on.
and the diver Ia ready to step over
the side.
Pearl diving Is carried on al a leplh
OF sixty 10 los feet. At the latter
depth a diver cannot remain under
more than ten minutes on account OF
the pressure. In forty feet or ATTY feet
of water Il Is possible TO remain below
two hours without suffering much In
convenience. As 20 the distance ono
can SEQ when below. Il Is governed
entirely by The state OF the water II
clear. objects can be distinctly seen
forty or ATTY feet; but II dirty, that is.
stirred up by strong tides, or sough
weather. Il Is necessary 10 20 on all
fours to find bottom. A good days
work Is anything over 200 pairs Of
shells. although have known as many
as 1000 10 be picked up in that time.
Pearls can never be reckoned on as
coriainties Finding them Is aliogeth-
cr a matter Of luck. One diver may
open ton after ton OF shells without Sc
curing anything but a few seed pearls.
while another may take a fortune cut
Of 4 days gathering.
Diving, an particularly pearl diving,
a an excee llngly dangerous occuDa-
ton. and s'cldsnts on he Dearllng
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

The New Parson Gin Ariaona)-Mr.
Roundup, may l ask II my discourse
yesterday created a favorable impress
slong
Coyote Jake-Parson. I've heerd
more'n four dozen Of the boys swear
this mornin' It wac the dangdesl best
sermon that wuz ever pulled on h'yarl
Chicago Tribune.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

The sleeve OF the fashionable bolero
Is more simple than those OF gowns,
and. Of course. somewhat larger. In or
der that the bodice sleeve may convent
entity alp inside Il. The bolero itself
Ia bordered al around with hands OF
ostrich feather trimming o. fur and
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
A crrnnn Cn.inmr.

A sketch is gwen Of q walking gown
OF nickel-gray orepon. The godet skirt
closes at the left side. the edge being
ornamented with an application OF vel.
vet embroidered with steel. The bodice
close fitting In the back, while In from,
II forms an open bolero. bordered with
velvet aud steel embroidery. The full
chemisette Of white lace has lining Of
pink silk. The wide belt and the col
lar are OF black velvet fastened with
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

He-"Permit me 60 present you with
a copy Of my new collection Of poems.
she-"oh, thank yOul like poetry 80
much." He-"And who Ia your favor
lite poet7" she-"The man who wrote
Ta-ra-ra BOom-de-aye.'" Then he ran.
He feared that she might want to slng
70 him.-cleveland Plain Dealer.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

hair most bccominriy dressed whom 4
is sllghtly crimped In front and braid
cd IN a single plan a. th1 hack. spring
heeled shoes are much better for an IN.
developed foot and she VIII have q
more graceful carriage n she wears
them until she has nearly or quite at
talked her growth.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
wedding Custom..

Benefit would like TO know all about
the customs aud conducting OF we'd
dings What Is expected OF the BRIDE
groom and how to arrange all OF the
details OF the affair that fall to his
lot! Answer: The bridegroom selects
his best man and the ushers are usual
ly agreed upon by both OF the contract
Ing parties II is not necessary that
the bride should be acquainted with all
OF them. She could be introduced 10
them before the wedding. II they were
special friends Of the groom. the fact
that the bride has never met them Is
no objection 10 their acting In that ca
paclty The brides parents furnish
everything that Is required except the
carriage In which the groom and best
;aan 20 TO the church. II Il Is q home
wedding the bridegroom furnishes the
carriage In which the newly-wedded
pair so TO the train or steamer when
they leave on their wedding journey.
Il Ia customary for the groom to pre-
sent come souvenir 10 the ushers. Scarf
pins are thought 20 be appropriate
gifts: but this Is not arbitrary. and
many do not think q necessary to
make presents Of any sort. As TO fur
nlshing other articles that they might
need. that Is entirely a matter Of
choice on the part OF the bridegroom,
II an usher Is not wcll-to-do, and the
bridegroom Is wealthy. there Is often a
little quiet arranging OF matters 50
that the cost Of preparation will not b,
burdensome Good feeling and deli
cate consideration are the only guide
IN such cases.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

linen IN such q way that Il becomes a
part and parcel Of the fber and efnnot
be detected oy ordinary tests ~ lAe
hnnds OF amateurs.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

The king OF Greece receives the
smallest income Of any European SOW
erelgn. his sah.,y only amounting 10
$500. 900.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

Professor. why are prize-fgh,ers
never found IN football teamsg' They
can't stand the punishment Detroit
Free Press.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

In parts OF oxford county. Maine
bears are said TO be more na neroul
than cartridges.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

HE maybe cos
tunes. all IN black
and white. are
found in the black
and grays and
called "magple." a
dress OF this kind
was made for a
very fashionable
young Washington
woman. who order
a II IN Paris for
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

HE siranges, Of all
earthly spots is the
bad Lands" Of the
west Until now It
has never been
known. says the
New York Herald.
But with the re-
turn OF a success
ful expedition. com
posed Of scientists,
AZ will be recog-
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
PZaILS OF THE DEEP.
OCCUPATION or THE PEARL
FishERs A DANGEROUS ONE.

while ~ Work ne Il surrounded b.
An Sorts Of Daneer-H. p. whit
massh. Successful Diver Describes
MS rerllous Adventures.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

The illustration shows a reception
toilet Of pink poplln. The redlnsote
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
IN WOMAN'S CORNER.
INTERESTING READING ron
DANES AND DAMsELs.

Some Current Notes OF the Modes
Hack and Gray Maybe Drcss-Recep-
tion Tonets-A crePon coaiums--An-
swcn 20 Fair Correspondents.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
THROUGH"BADLANDS'
SCIENTISTS RETURN FROM THE
HEART OF THAT REGION.

Many Valuable Fossils Discovered
Original Type Of the Great Ameri-
can Hog Unearthed by the Es-
plorcrs.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
Nv Il. ?. whItmarahl

AAAAAANA AAl INat -
Is a profitable oc-
cupaiion. but fun OF
danger. Formerly
the calling was mo-
nopolized by the
natives OF troplc
shores whose oD-
eratlons we're con-
fined to the shallow
waters. or at best
depths easily pen
The morning times., 1896-03-12
ANXIOUS TO PAY THE DEBT.
r. c. Gwynn No Longer Owes SO 900
TO the Dunn Estate.

The troubles OF the children OF the late
Patrick Dunn took another turn when
their guardian. MIR. Thomas NJ. Fie.ds.
came into court to have the loan of $4,000
made by him soon after lie became guard
ian paid TO the register OF wills. This
was preliminary step to his rcsigning- the
guardianship.
This loan was much criticised as upon
Insufficient security, being based on sec
ond mortgage. 1t was not due till April
ID. but Mr.. r. c. Gwynn, the borrower,
expressed a Willingness to pay at once.
He would thereby get rid of u months
interest ana escape the annoyance OF
having his ability to pay quest ioued.
Judge Haener was asked TO make an
order permitting Mr.. Fie,ds to release the
trust upon the property as soon as the
money was paid. He said, however, that
he could not do this unless the interest
was paid in full TO April 10. He did not
feel justified 10 have he none y lying Idle
with the register OF wills.
After moments hesitation Mr.. GwynD
replied that he was very desirous TO es-
cape further worry with the matter on
account of the criticisms; he would pay
the extra S15 interest for the next month
to settle up at once.
Judge Hagner then drew an order 10
that effect and signed it. Yesterday Mr..
Gwynn paid to the register $3.50 and
the trust was released.
The morning times., 1896-03-12
"Kneinn MnIt Coffee, :,

Knelpp Malt Coffee is a splendid sub
stitute for coffee and not in any way
injurious or dcleterious to the system or
nerves, as the latter unqucStioDably is.
Kneipp's Malt Coffee is very pleasant TO
take, stimulates the nerves and invigorates
the entire system. The persistent use of
coffee as beverage is conducive to many
troubles: headaches. palpiiations. kidney
and liver complications, and a host of other
ailments OF the system can be traced TO the
over indulgence in coffee. BY using Kneipp
Malt Coffee. as we now use ordinary coffee,
a change for the better will be Immediately
observed by sufferers from indigestion, in-
sonnia, stomach troubles. and kindred all
mcnts. Kneipp Mali Coffee is recommended
by the highest authorities. Its daily use
brings to us clear complexions. rosy
cheeks. bright eyes. and robust appear
ance. Thousands Of people have put coffee
aside altogether and use Kneipp Malt Coffee
in its stead, and are more than pleased
with the change.
The morning times., 1896-03-12
SEEKING A HARBoR.
Seaman Owen Smith Dropped Anchor
in tic Station-HouSe

In the St3tiOn-E OuSe.
A weatherbeaten and storm-tosSed old
tar six years past the allotted three score
and ten. spent last night at police station
No as a v3gTant. He says he Is one.
His name is Owen Smith. He Is a ragged
Old man and his clothes seemed to have
gone through many a rough time. Smith
drifted to Washington from New York.
he is wandering ainiessly and probably
will find a lCdgmcnt at the almshouse.
The man has cruised through all the
seas OF the earth, visited nearly all the
maritime countries, and had all the eXpe-
riencc which usually falls to the part
OF the sailor. Smith is an old timer and
had seen years of experience before canvas
was dethroned by steam. In the early
50'e he piled in the clipper service between
the Atlantic seaboard and the coast
OF California. and when California became
a great State he followed the China trade.
He is too old now for sea service and is
drifting with the tide that is going out.
He was taken in by Policeman Walsh OF the
Sixth precinct
The morning times., 1896-03-12
Set tile Cat on Fire.

A revolving case Of cruelty to a cat is
being investigated b. Humane Officers Rab-
bitt and Reipiinger. 1t Is alleged that
colored man, whose name is said to be
Hawkins. saturated a cat with coal oil
and set fire to her. The animal had been
entering his place, so the informants state,
and stealing food from his table. He tried
TO drive the feline away but she refused
to go and he finally determined to start her
by the kerosene route.
The morning times., 1896-03-12
POSTPONED the Hearing.

The case of eubezzlement preferred
against Thomas w. Price, liquor drum
mer, by Frank W. Evans, the collector,
of No. GIT F street northwest, was con-
tinued for one week by Judge Miller
yesterday afternoon. His honor evidently
did not think there was much in the charge
as he released Price on his personal bonds
for his appearance for trial.
The morning times., 1896-03-12
ROBBED HER IN COURT.

Josephine johnson Says Her Purse
Was Stolen There.
prisoner who will rob fellow culprit
in the very dock of the police court, while
awaiting trial, must be hardened Grim
inal indeed. ButSuch a robbery is reported
to have occurred in Judge Miller's court
yesterday and the officials are inyesu-
eating.
1t was alleged that when Josephine
johnson, charged with carrying concealed
weapons. went from the dock to take the
witness stand, She left her purse on the
prisoners bench. When she returned to the
pen the purse was gone. Three Colored boys
who were in the dock at the time are sus-
peCted.
The morning times., 1896-03-12
RECEPTION TO THE COMMISSION.
Geographical Society VIII Receive
the Venezuelan Board

The members and secretary of the yene-
zucian commission will be given handsome
reception this evening at the Arlington
by the National Geographic Society. which
has issued invitations TO the most dis
tinguiShed citizens for the OCCASION
Mrs. Olney, wife Of the Secretary OF State.
viii assist President Gardiner Hubbard
OF the society in receiving the guests.
The morning times., 1896-03-12
At the worklngmen's Club.

Dr.. v. ID. Collins will lecture before the
Workingmen's Club, 2105 Pennsylvania
avenue, this evening at O'Clock. Sub
ject, "A Horseback Ride from the Atlantic
TO the Pacific over the Pampas and Andes OF
South America This is one of the series
of, evening talks given at the club. which
extends cordial welcome to wofkingmen.
The morning times., 1896-03-12
Lecture on CommercinlLnw.

Mr.. Alexander Wolf, attorney de-
livercd an Interesting lecture last evening
to the students of Woods Commercial Col
lege, on the subject OF commercial law.
There was a good attendance, ,notwitbstand-
ing the inclemenCy of the weather. This
is the first of a series of law lectures to
be delivered on each "Wednesday evening
at the college.
The morning times., 1896-03-12
To Command the Marion.

a change in the commanders of the
Marion, now on her way from Coqumbo
to Valparaiso, was ordered yesterday. Com
mander James G. Greene was directed TO
relieve Commander ID. W Mullen, who was
ordered home and granted one months
leave.
The morning times., 1896-03-12
Placed on the Retired List

Capt. william II. Penrosc, Sixteenth In
fantry, U. S. A, has been retired. Chief
Engineer A w. Moreley now q t The Brook
Ign navy yard; Surgeon Thomas Owens
and Lieutenant H. S. Chase have been
placed on the naval retired list. and Lieu
tenant j. .. Nicholson, U. S. N, has been
ordered before the retiring board.
The morning times., 1896-03-12
Appropriation for Forestry.

Secretary Hoke Smith has asked Congress
fcr.an appropriation of $4,000 10 pay the
expense OF the nationSss9r commission
recently appointed at Hts request by the
National Academy of Sciences.
The morning times., 1896-03-12
Army deficiency.

Secretary Lamont has asked the House tn
appropriate $4,000 for horses and cavalry
anc artillery in addition to the $4,000
provided in the urgent efficiency bill.
The morning times., 1896-03-12
Held for Pocket Picking.

| James Seweli was held for the grand jury
| in $500 bonds by Judge Miller yesterday for
picking the pockets of James Ball, No.
| 1916 Seventh street northwest.
The morning times., 1896-03-12
THEY. MAY TRY IT AGAIN
Arrests May Follow Attempts al
Wir8Laying.
LIGHT COMPANY rs CHARY

I'ack-Down Of tin. Com missiOners y cs-
tcrday Regarded With Some Sus-
picion-Belief That the Treasury
Department Had Word to Say Re
garding he Street Cable.
The morning times., 1896-03-12
Application for a New Trial.

A motion for new trial in The Moore
Barbour. will contest was made yesterday
1t will probably be argued OH Saturday
The morning times., 1896-03-12
$1.25 to baltimore and Return via
PennsYlyania Railrond

Tickets viii be sold Saturday and Sun
day, March IA and 10, and viii be valid
for return passage until Mondav. Mach
1S. Good on any train. mal1-5t