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Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

Says the Philadelphia Times: The
most encouraging results of the New
Jersey road law are 100 miles of per-
manent road and an increasing public
appreciation of the advantages of good
roads. At 6-st only few counties
were willing to assume the cost of try
ing the experiment. The number has
grown in the two years from FIVE to
fourteen, OF two.thirds of the counties
in the State, andit is evident that pub
lie opinion will demanl a large in
crease of the annual State appropria-
ticn, which up to this time has not ex.
ceeded 100000. .
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

this is not believed. On the contrary.
there can be no doubt that the sole
purpose of this great undertaking is
to re-establish British supremacy in
the domain of the fanatical successor
of the late prophet. The territory
sought to be reclaimed for Egypt
comprises Darfur, Kordofan, Senaar,
Taxa. the Equatorial province and
Bahr-el- -Ghazal. 1t was, until 1882,
under Egyptian rule. In that year
the revolt OF the Mahdi made it free.
After tho Mahdl's death one of sis
lieutenants succeeded, and, with
omdurman as his capital, has since
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13
DAINTY DEVICES.
SOME or THE NEWEST DESIGNS
In FEMININE ATTIRE.
Ladies' Wrapper With Vatican Plait
tucked Yoke Waist of Linen
Bat,Ste-Girdles for ALI
Sorts of Gowns.

IN the two-column illustration blue
cashmere is daintily trimmed with
lace insertion and edging to
match. The stylish adjustment
is made over fitted lining fronts, of
basque depth, that close in centre, the
upper portions of which are faced to
form double pointed yoke. The full
fronts are gathered at the top and ar
ranged on the lining, under lower edge
of yoke. Under-arm cores give q
smooth effect over the hips, the back
being fitted with curved side and GEN.
tre back seams. The stylish "Wat-
teau" is laid in O box-plait at the neck
and falls in graceful fullness to the
lower edge of skirt, all seams being
sprung below the waist to give the
fashionable ripple effect. Pointed belt
sections are inserted at the underarm
seams, holding in the front fullness at
the waist line. AByron collar finishes
the neck. Full gigot sleeves are shaped
with single seams, the wrists being
completed with single bands of inser-
tion. Gathered bretelles edged with
lace and insertion, stand out over the
tops or sleeves, headed by insertion
which outlines the lower edge of yoke
in front and Stimulates yoke in back.
Pretty and useful gowns by the mode
can be made from any soft woolen ma
terial, combinations being effected by
making the collar, bretelles and belt
or yoke, sleeves and belt of silk, velvet
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13
THE SEASONING OF DISHES.

It is very common mistake to sea-
son dishes too much. 1t is possible,
by a iudicious management of .aayors,
so to disguise the original taste of an
article that the individual who grew
it would never recognize it.
As a people, We use too much salt
and too many condiments. 1T is
question whether half of the people
who eat at hotels and restaurants know
the natural, genuine flavor of the
dishes of which they partaks. We
have too many curries and sauces and
catsups and mustard mixtures, too
many peppers and spices, and above
all things, too much salt. Salt retards
digestion by hardening the articles
cooked with too much of it. IL is not
generally known that bread will rise
in much less time if the salt is left out
of the batter. This necessary ingre-
dent should be added just be-
fore the final mixing. Some house
keepers insist that salt is respon-
sible for great many patches Of sour
bread. At all events, few trials will
convince any one that as an element
in the sponge it is much better left out.
To people accustomed to the con-
coctions of the chef, simple, fresh
meats and vegetables are tasteless and
insipid. Everything must have its
sauce, its gravy and its seasoning.
The delight of Distinguishing havors
belongs not to the hotel fed man. A
long continued course of Highly sea-
soned food deteriorates the diges-
tive apparatus, disorders the
nerves and lays the train for
intemperate indulgence by causing
continuous uneasiness and irritation
in the gastric region. There is steady
and persistent craving for something
favorous, something to excite the ap-
petite and allay the thirst that is ever
present. A semi-starvation diet of
month with q medical regimen is one
of the best appetizers in the world. If,
at the end of this, one is satisfied to
begin on simple food with very little
seasoning, there will be new set of
sensations, and the pleasures OF the
table will multiply thousand fold.-
New York Ledger.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13
osMAN DlGNA, THE DERvIsH LEADER.

the outside world. The dervishes
have for years been making disastrous
raids on the peaceable Nile farmers.
The situation is more than sufficient,
says the Salisbury Government, to
justify this timely expedition to re-
press them.
Dongola, on the Nile, between the
third and fourth cataracts, will prob
ably be the base ofoperations, whence
the expedition is called the Dongola
expedition. But it will be months be-
fore the military forces can be concen.
trated at this point. Biographies and
aliases so commonly passed sighting
ly over this region that we are prone
to forget how great the distances are
in the Nile country. Assouan (Ass-su-
wan, with accent on last syllable) is
the limit of the Egyption civil author
ity on the Nile and as far as the most
enthusiastic Nile tourist ever goes. 1t
is over 500 miles from Cairo. But
Dongola is nearly 500 miles farther,
and Khartum, the old capital and
stronghold of the Mahdist hosts, is
still 500 miles beyond by the windings
ofthe river.
Above Assouan is military district
under control of the sirdar or COM
mander-in-chief of the Egyptian army.
This occupied district, which is gar
risoned by about 5000 men of the Eng
lish-Egyptian army, extends to the
neighborhood of the third cataract,
where the Mahdists have their north
ernmost outposts. Although since
1890 no hostile shots have been ex-
changed between the Egyptian army
and the Mahdists, England has always
considered the Mahdists as an enemy.
In 1888 the dervishes at Taski made
an attempt to push into Lower Egypt,
but they were suppressed the next
year, the campaign ending in most
fearful slaughter of the dervishes.
Grenfell, the English commander OF
the Egyptian forces, feigned retreat;
the dervishes fell into the trap and
they were sacrificed almost to man.
Long after the issue of battle was de-
cided the fanatical natives continued
to haul themselves into the breach,
only to meet certain death, refusing
all quarter and giving none. They
fought as only men can that are i'm
bued with the highest sense OF the JUS
tice of their cause. They are brave to
the furthest limit and Indifferent to
death, and thus they are very hard
enemy to fight.
But who are they, these dervishes?
They are the fanatical followers of
Mohammed-Ahmed, who, in the year
1881, proclaimed himself to be
"MahdS," or "Prophet, who, as
pFophesied by Mohammed, was to ap-
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13
A Russian Army Rule.

When an officer in the Russian army
is insulted a military court sits on the
matter, and he has to abide by the de-
cision reached. Not long ago two
Russian officers quarreled while drink
ing together, and one slapped the
other in the face. They were init
mate friends, and in his sober senses
the agressor asked pardon of the one
insulted, and was freely forgiven. The
military court, however, did not look
at the matter go lightly, and it was de-
creed that the two officers should fight,
though both were averse to so doing.
A duel was arranged at twenty PAGES,
and the young officer who had re-
ceived the atfront and forgiven has
friend was shot in the hip and crippled
for life.
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tion, is an able soldier and well fitted to
be head OF the enterprise by which it is
hoped to reconquer East Soudan. He
is the sirdar of the Egyptian army,
and the expedition consists chiefly of
Egyptian troops The native forces
have been strengthened by 1900. Brit
ish troops, under the command
Of General Henderson, staff major OF
the army OF occupation. The native
army is commanded almost exclusively
by British officers. The force will
march up the Nile, passing through
the two Dongolas fold and new1 on
their way to Berber, and there will be
fighting unquestionably at Dongola,
where the Mahdi has been collecting
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

pear on the earth about this time to
.extermInate all unbelievers aud turn
the world over to Islam. He and his
enthusiastic disciples grew obstreper-
GUS and in August, 1881, England, by
reason of her sponsorship of Egyptian
affairs, was forced to send an expedi-
tion against them. Hicks Pasha's
army, the first sent, was massacred,
and England decided to withdraw.
But meantime the Mahdists surren-
dered ct suaki on the Red Sea,
Kassala. Berber, Khartum and else
where, and it was then decided to send
General 'tChinese" Gordon to the
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13
Korean Hats,

A singular Korean hat is great
round mat of straw worn by mourner.
The hat is bound down at the sides so
as to almost conceal the face and head of
the wearer. He carries in his hand
screen or fan, and when in the road if
anyone approaches him he holds the
screen in front of him, SO that it, to-
gether with the hat, completely con-
ceals him. m.-London Daily News.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

strong force, to which he will add in
anticipation of the approaching
trouble. After Dongola is captured
it will be made the base of opera
tions against Berber.
The dervishes are reckless fighters
and scorn danger, believing, as they
do, that if they die fighting they will
be at once translated to the paradise
of the Koran. 1t is said that the pur-
pose of the expedition is to assist Italy
by this diversion near Abyssinia, but
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13
London,s Improved Fishery.

London sportsmen are rejoicing
over the marked improvement in the
Thames fishery which has been effected
by the Angling Preservation Associa-
ton. Under its direction many tons
of fish have been placed in the river
at intervals, and it is now said that no
river open freely to all anglers is bet
ter stocked with fish than the Thames.
The association actively supports the
movements looking toward the benefit
of the Thames anglers and the abol-
ton of practices in fishing which are
detrimental to the present or future
supply of fish in the river.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

the standing collar and belt being of
the same material. This stylish waist
is adapted to silk or cotton fabrics,
affording ample opportunity for dis
playing handsome decorations of
Dresden, Persian or plain satin rib
bon, now so fashionable. 1t can also
be developed in cloth or Other woolens,
made all of one material and finished
with machine stitching in oil the Sc
verify of the tailor modes.
The quantity of material 36 inches
wide required to make this waist for a
lady having 36-inch bust measure iS
Al yards.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13


The probable outcome of the vene.
zuela question will be, according to
Harper's Weekly, surrender on the
part of Great Britain" the 'schasten-
ing of England" the strengthening
and extension of the true Monroe
Doctrine, so better state of feeling"
between the two countries, and sue
cess on the part of the United States in
inipressing 'fhe rest of the world, and
especially Great Britain. with that de-
gree of respect which is sometimes
psid to those who insist on their rights,
reasonably or unreasonably."
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

Bowery merchants of New York City
claim that the effect of the song, "The
Bowery," has been to seriously depre-
eiate property values along that thor
eughfare. They claim that strangers
to the city believe the words of the
song, and have come to regard all
business men on the Bowery as brig.
landis aud bunco operators.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13
A Modest Genius.

One Of the most striking features of
Professor Roentg ems marvellous sue
cess with the cathode rays has been
the modesty displayed by the discov-
erer in his claims. He has recognized
and acknowledged the previous work
of other experimenters with gener-
osity that is most praiseworthy. Never
theless, Roentgen's place among scien-
fists will be forever high one.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

History is being made very fast in
these days. The New York Recorder
calls attention to the fact chat the
london press to-day is fully convert
ed to the Monroe Doctrine. 1t was
no longer ago than 1882 that the Lon
don Times declared Napoleon III. had
done a great political service to the
world in setting up Macmillan in
Mexico, and thereby ''exta FISHING
The Monroe Doctrine"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

Some one asked in the British House
OF Commons the other day whether
any Government officer could exercise
general supervision over the poems of
sAifrgd tusuin befose publication. An
Irish member asked if the Poet Lau-
reate was not the successor of the
Court Jester. who was always held to
he irresponsible. Not single man
arose to defend the successor of Ten
nyson.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

wired to stand up in the most unnat.
ural manner. But the hats are not
all cart wheels in size and flower
gardens in decoration, and by close
inspection some moderation can be
found in the pretty toques, bonnets
aud medium shapes, so oyer -shadoWed
by the fantastic models rarely in de.
mand until later in the season. Violet
green and petunia seem to be favorlte
colors, and masses of criAped silk
muslin and tulle in black, white or
colors, the distinguishing feature OF
the new hats; this give effect
which is very becoming " .nost faces.
A new rose color is to be very popular
this season, and it is seen in straw as
we'll as the trimmings. One bonnet
of birds nest straw in this color has
trimming of black and gray ribbon
and pink roses and green leaves.
Width still characterizes Ill hats,
which must be worn well over the eyes
if YOU would be in the latest iashlon.
1t is impossible to give any definite
idea of the shapes, for there are hardly
two alike, except in the sailor hats.
They are made to suit the wearer, and
not pressed into form, each one like
the other, and the successful iallllner
is the one who is equal to the variety
demanded of her. Black tulle is used
for widespreading bows, kept IN shape
by three rows of narrow yellow straw
braid sewed on either side, and
novelty in hat trimming is an inser-
tion of fine black horsehair emDel-
lished with applique designs OF cream-
colored lace, and fine rhine stones, or
jet; one very stunning hat OF rush.
green straw is trimmed with green
roses aud petunia tulle.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13
.LAIDS.

Plaids are so varied as to be almost
indescribable. Large squares OF red
and black stand out from yellow
background; dull green and black on
tahac, loutre and black on violet, ruby
and black on emerald. These violent
effects are carried even into hosiery,
the lower portions of the stockir be-
ing black and the upper correct tar
tan design. Sometimes even the en-
tire stocking is plaid.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

or other contrasting fabric. Lawn,
percale, gingham, batiste, dimity Or
other cotton wash fabrics will develop
handsomely in this style, with decora'
tion of lace or embroidery.
The quantity of material "A inches
wide required to make this wrapper
for lady having 36-inch bust meas
ure is g. yards. Design and hints are
by May Manton.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

left shoulder. The full sleeves are
shaped in three sections and arranged
over two scanned Innings in tucks or
plaits that turn backward and forward
from the box plait at the shoulder and
back of arm to the wrist. Round, far
ing cuffs of satin complete the sleeves,
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13
Chinese Labor. :

There are large districts in China
where labor is so cheap that it can
hardly be reckoned on money stand
ard. Thousands of Chinese laborers
live on little more than handful of
rice or SO day, and yet even then
there are thousands of unemployed
practically starving.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

There are at present about 13, $685..
200 acres of forest in Maine, valued at
|s35, ,25O.0O Two or three New Eng
.land States could be hidden away in
Maine's woods, cal ties the New
York Sun.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

Skiographs, the new designation Of
the Roentgen < ray pictures-which
it is impossible to call photographs
have nothing 80 do with the sky. The
correct pronunciation is skee-o-graph,
sscrent on the first syllable. 1t signi.
aiR sishadow-writing."
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

Henry Labouchere says: '.A friend
of mine who has lived long in British
Guiana tells me that, all told, there
were only $50 white men in the dis.
l,uted district between the orinoco
and the Essequibo."
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13
THE NEWEST IN MILLINERY.

The display of millinery, says the
New York Sun, gives the impression
Of extreme exaggeration in sizes, con-
trasts ofcolor, and height which comes
from fecshers, aigrettes, and flowers
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13
HISTORIC HOUSE.
3uilding Where "Yankee Doodle''
Was Written Still Stands.

On the eastern bank of the Hudson
River, directly opposite the site of
Fort Orange tthe first trading post es-
tablished by the Dutch East Indin
Company in this country for the pur-
pose Of dealing with the Indians),
stands building which was erected to
serve the double purpose of fort and
dwelling It was named after an an-
cient estate in Holland, Fort Cralo,
and is now known as the "Old Man.
sion.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

Before the present revolution Spain
restricted the right of suffrage to 5s,-
1000 native Cubans, out of total ma
1tive population OF ], 900. 900, the ridic-
ulous proportion of three per cent.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

If any condemned murderer should
make his last breakfast off anything
but ham and eggs with buttered toast,
it would make veritable sensation,
declares the New Orleans Picayune.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13
e1RDnEs FOR ALL SORTS OF GOWNS.

e1RDLEs FOR ALL SORTS OF GOWNS.
Fancy belts have become as much OF
o necessity to handsome costume as
the material itself, and in many cases
the "chicness" of a gown is dependent
upon the band which encircles the
waist.
T.1.l l>..l ,.ot III, 1,,o,o l,oIf
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

pendant buckles are richly studded
with colored stones, deeply sunk into
flexible bands of gilt or silver, OF in
round, square or oblong pieces held
together by links. While these are by
far the handsomest OF imitation belts
they ere the most expensive, costing
$40, S12 or $15. Gilt or silver bands
are sold as low as ninety-five cents.
Spangled elastic bands and enam-
elled belts are also among the newer
styles. which promise to be much
worn this season. Leather belts are
most useful and can be had for 81.
The belt has undergone agreat change
of fashion since last season, particular
ly in width. All belts are now narrow,
except the broad elastic bands which
are used when "in the field or on the
road. New York Herald.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13
AHinlties.

Hell, there is anything a woman
enjoys It is being martyr.
She-And how willing some man Is
to help her enjoy herself that way.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

The Attorney General of Illinois has
ruled that building and loan associa-
lion has no right to borrow money to
loan It's members.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13
INVASI0Ns.
BRITISH CONFLICTS WITH THE
SlAHDrS FOLLOWERS.
The Present Expedition Against tho
Dervishes-How They Were
Trapped in 1SSS-Fate OF
Hicks and Gordon.
\ NRIMEMINIsTER SALISBURY

URINE MINISTER SALISBURY
- perhaps desires to conquer
the whole Of the Soudan and
give England a new lease on
Egyptian affairs, asserts the Washing
ton Pathfinder. He received notice
from Italy that the dervishes were
likely to attack Kassala, point Italy
has now decided to abandon, and if
that point is taken it will be great
menace to Egypt.
The uatiyesof the upper Nile region
are laying aside their own internal
euarrels to combine against Egypt and
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

Three Irishmen represent Scottish
constituencies in the British Parlia.
ment.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13
TUCKED YOKE WAIST OF LINEN BAr1srE

TUCKED YOKE WAIST OF LINEN BAT1sTE.
Sheer linen batlste, writes May Man
ton, is here shown plainly but styl-
ishly arranged over apple green taffeta
lining, the collar, belt and round
cuffs being Of green satin. A glove,
fitting waist lining of taffeta that
closes in centre front forms the foun-
dat1on for the full front and back that
is gathered and joined to the square,
tucked, yoke portions, closing at the
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13
"Yankee Doodle came to town
Riding on q pony,
Stuck u feather in his hat
And called il imacaroni. -"

The last word was synonymous with
our word "dude" and was used at the
time to express contempt. The words
fitted to the well-known air of "Lucy
Locket Lost Her Pocket" and the
jingle and air caught the fancy of the
troops. Thus the jibe, instead OF
provoking the Yankee regiment, was
most cleyerly turned by them into a
compliment to their unique appear
ance, and the English officers soon
found that they had no braver men
under their command than the Con-
acknowledgement, with Thomas Fitch,
the original "Yankee Doodle" at their
head,
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1896-05-13

Germans obiecting to the habit OF
holding the hands in the pockets have
formed society, the Antihandinden-
Observation-Disclosures.