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The age-herald., 1897-12-25
BRYAN AT VERA CRUZ.
Spent Thursday at the Cotton Mills of 0rizzby
 Newspaper Censure.

City of Mexico, Dec. 24.-Hon. w. J. Bryan and party spent yesterday examin- ing the cotton mills of Orizzby, and they are today in Vera Cruz looking at the ter minal facilities of the railways and visiting points made interesting in the Mexican war. They will leave for this city in the morning and will go from here to Guada lajara.
 A Spanish writer in Carreo Espanola, the organ of the Spanish colony here, cen sures Mr. Bryan for having in his speech in the chamber of deputies refrained from making any observations on the essential differences between a Latin-American re- public like Mexico and an Anglo o-SaXon republic like the United States, and inti mates that he carefully avoided doing so, and dwelt only on the similarity of political institutions, being like all the Americans, possessed with a notion that the United States will some day absorb Latin-Ameri-
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
BRA0STREET'S REVIEW.
QIetness in Wholesale Lines But Activity
 Among the Retailers.

New York, Dec 24.-- .--Bradstreet's of to- morrow will say:
 Quietness in wholesale lines, but pro- nounced and notable activity in retail trade have been the salient features in this weeks trade situation. Price changes are largely in an unsettled condition. and the year draws to a close with results, as Whole, wholly equal and in many instances surpassng, early expectations. The holi- day trade has been heavy. At the south, New Orleans reports retailers reaping a harvest and December trade larger than usual Similarly good reports came from Nashville, Savannah and Memphis, but were it not for the low price of cotton. At the east reasonable conditions prevail, wholesale trade being quiet and holiday business active. No improvement is noted in the cotton goods situation, and wage reductions seem imminent. Good business has been done in boots and shoes, and shipments are far ahead of last year. Pa cific coast retail trade is active, and Klon- dyke boomers are gathering in the cities of Washington and Oregon.
 Proof that the unsettled condition of the wheat situation affects the export business in that cereal is furnished by the figures of shipments this week from both coasts of the United States and Canada.
 The total failures this week were 2S0, which is smaller than the total in 1895, when 316 were reported
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
FRACTIONAL FIGHT
In Episcopal Diocese of Arkansas Over Election
 of Bishop Coadjutor.

Cleveland, O., Dec. 24.-A factional fight has broken out in the Protestant Episcopal diocese of Arkansas over the recent election of a bishop coadjutor. Arch Deacon Will laam Montgomery Brown, of the Ohio dio- cese, was elected and accepted the office It now seems that the leading church men of Arkansas have split in two parties and one of them is attempting to prevent the conservation of the bishop coadjutor
 He cannot be consecrated without the consent of a majority of the bishops and diocesan committees of the country and one faction has sent them notice of protest against the conservation, charging that the election is illegal because of unfair methods and manipulation pracuced by the party that succeeded No such charge is made regarding Archdeacon Brown personally, as he did not seek the honor that has been rendered him.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
LODGED IN JAIL.
Three Desperate Men Plotted to kidnap Dr. D.
 I. Porter of Memphis.

Memphis, Tenn, Dec. A.-Three desper- ate men who plotted to kidnap Dr. D. T. Porter, a wealthy citizen and ex-mayor of Memphis, in order to force him to sign a check for s15O0O, are prisoners at police headquarters.
 The prisoners are William Roberts, alias Ryan, alias Kelly, 40 years old who claims to be a lawyer from Pensacola, Fla, ring leader of the gang; w. H. Bennett, aged 27, a sewer pipe burner from Bra, Ind, and J. R. Womack, aged 26, a railroad brake man and ex-substitute @ fireman on the Louisville fire department
 Womack "peached' on his pals, and it was through his arrest on the charge of carrying concealed weapons the plot was brought to light. The prisoner confessed that he was implicated in plot to kidnap pr. Porter. The object of the kdnappers was to force the capitalist to sign a check for s15 900. They were to secure the money before releasing their victim, and then if the check was cashed to skip out before the police could be notified of the disap- pearance of their victim.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
FINANCIAL REVIEW.
Speculation Has Been DulI-There Is Evidence
 of Manipulation.

New York, eDc. A-Bradstreets financial review tomorrow will say: Speculation has been dull and the professional opera tors who furnished nearly all the activity were apparently impressed with a belief that the money market might, under ex- isting circumstances, become sufficiently stringent to disturb prices. This produced early in the week general disposition to wait. The street" apparently believes that values will improve and that the pub- lie after Jan. l, will appear as purchasers and furnish basis for an active and high CT market. Attempts to force prices down brought out little or no long stock and the board room short interest was quick to cover on any appearance of support,
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
Shirt kaci.nrY

Chicago, Dec. 25.-Fire broke out at 1:45 this morning in the first floor of the six story brick building at ,1S7 Fifth avenue, occupied by the Knickerbocker Shirt com pany and a number of clothing concerns. The fire spread to the upper floors and will probably cause a heavy loss.
 Later, 2:S0-In a short time the fire was under control, though it had been found impossible to save anything in the upper portion of inc building. Inc dama"e to uilding and contents is about s5G GO.
 The loss is spread among large num- Der of small concerns The Coates Thread company, which occupied the first floor of the building, will lose $5, 600 by water.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
TWO PEOPLE KILLED.
Struck by Train While Crossing the Track in
 Vehicle.

Wilmington, Del, Dec. A-Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Mcbride, of Stanton, were killed and their daughter Carrie aged years. fatally injured this morning at the Stan ton crossing of the Philadelphia, Whining ton and Baltimore railroad, five miles below this city. They started to cross the rail- road tracks just as the Washington and New York express, due here at 2:55 o'clock, reached the station. The locomotive plunged into the vehicle with dreadful ef- feet. Mrs. Mcbride was instantly killed and her husband hurt so badly that he died a few minutes later. The little girl was terribly injured and will die.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
EXPLOSION OF ACETYLERE.
Causes the Loss of Two Lives and S20000
 Damage.

New York, Dec. 2.--A succession of ex- plosions at the United States Acetylene Liquifying company, in Jersey City today caused the loss of two lives and $20OoO damages to the works. The dead are: Thomas Fowler, the assistant engineer, and Max Grim.
 There were only three other employees in the building at the time of the accident all of whom were more or less seriously in- jured. Their names are: Fred Burr, Fritz Epsol and Charles White. James Leeb who was working half block away, was badly injured by piece of the boiler. A fragment of the boiler tore the roof from a trolley car some distance away. It is said the first explosion was due to the boiler bursting, and as the fire spread to the various acid tanks there was a succession
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
PREPARING HEADQUARTERS.
Russia Arranging to Accommodate 10000
 Eroops at Port Arthur

London, Dec A-Russia, according to a special dispatch from Shanghai, is prepar- ing temporary headquarters for ten thous- and troops at Port Arthur She has ob- tained half promise frCh the grand coun- cil at Pekin to dismiss Sir Robert Hart, director of the Chinese imperial maritime customs and other high customs officials in addition to the British railway officials and German officers and instructors. Eff ty of the latter, the dispatch says, receiv- ed notice today (Friday) that they would be paid off at the termination of their con- tract.
 Contrary to general report, the dispatch asserts that there is good reason to be- lieve Great Britain will actively oppose the Russianization of Corea and Northern China.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
MRS. wlNsL ows SOOTHING SYRUP

Has been used for over FIFTY YEARS by MILLIONS of MOTHERS for their CHILDREN WHILE TEETHING, with PERFECT SUCCESS. IT SOOTHES the CHILD. SOFTENS the GUMS, AL LAYS all PAIN: CURES WIND COLIC, and Is the best remedy for DIARRHOEAs Sold by druggists in every part of the world. Be sure and ask for Mrs. Wins lows Soothing Syrup" and take no other kind. Twenty-Five cents a bottle.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
POLITICS NOT DISCUSSED.
Not Syllable Exchanged Between Emperor Bill
 and Bismarck Concerning China.

Berlin, Dec. 24.-Tbe weekly journal zun- kundt combats the statement that Prince Bismarck has suddenly become an enthus- iastic supporter of the Chinese expedition and that on his recent visit to Freiderichs- ruhe, Emperor William confded to the prince his most secret plans. It says:
 Emperor William and Prince Bismarck did not exchange a syllable as to politics, and the Chinese policy is soley the emper- OTIS. It is to the interest of both men that this fact should not be obscured'
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
Named as Executors

Canton, O., Dec. 2i-Presdent Mckinley and his brother, Abner, are named as the executors of the will of Nancy Mckinley This will was filed in probate court today It bears date of May 20, 1895. All the prop erty, save little gift to faithful family servant is bequeathed to Miss Helen, the daughter who lived with Mrs. Mckinley at the old homestead.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
MORE PROSPERITY.
Banking House of T. E. Ward & Co. Closed
 Bj the Sheriff

New York, Dec. 24.-The World this morn ing says:
 The banking and brokerage house of T. E. Ward & Co.,. general brokers in stocks and bonds, was closed by the sheriff yes- terday afternoon on an attachment of the supreme court issued on the complaint of H. c. Morse, of Auburn, N. r., for claim of $5,576.96, alleged to be deposited with the firm.
 MT. Ward. who lives at 251 West Ninety third street, said the concern would re- sume business in few days. T. b. Ward & Co. failed few months ago, for $4O, 0OO but settled with their creditors.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
CHINA DISCUSSED
 BY THE CABINET
(Continued From First Page.)

pendent of the Morning Post says: "The Canadian government at the request of Great Britain, has ordered the confscation of seditious publications. This is primarily due to a desire to prevent the Canadian independence movement from fomenting dissatisfaction in India, but it will have the effect of suppressing all public discus sion as to annexation to the United States and collateral subjects"
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
Procession Forbidden

St. Johns N. F., Dec. 2.-The supporters of the Whitewayite party at Harbor Grace
 are hoping to embarrass the government of Sir James Winter in connection with the projected parade of the loyal orange association next Sunday. The governor has issued proclamation forbiddipg the
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
Relations Friendly

Yokohoma, Dec. A.-On the reassembing of parliament today the midako declared that the relations of Japan with all the foreign powers were friendly. His majesty announced the intention of the government to initiate fresh taxation measures and to introduce bill amending the codes. No reference was made in the speech from the throne to the present situation in China or Hawaii.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
May Prove Fatal
Special to The Age-Herald

Special to The Age-Herald:
 Sylacauga, Dec, 2i.--A man by the name of Williams walked into the store of E. John & Go. tonight and began abusing Omer Afford, who requested him to be quiet whereupon Williams threw large iron ball at Afford. Afford lodged the ball and fired at Williams, the bullet talk inog effect in the left arm The wound may prove fatal Williams was drunk at the time of the occurrence.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25

of deafening reports. Nearby buildings, as well as the Central Railroad of New Jersey caught fire, but the losses were not seri- ous in these instances. The machinery Of the local electric lighting company was affected by the jar, causing the electric lights in various buildings to go out. Max Grim's body was blown through window and torn to pieces. The body of Assistant Engineer Fowler was found in the ruins of the wrecked building.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
An Agreement Reached

London, Dec. 25.-The Daily Mail pub fishes dispatch this morning from Tolkio, which, it claims, evaded active censorship. The dispatch says: England and Japan, without entering upon an actual alliance, have arrived at a complete understanding, which will probably result in a joint na- val demonstration at the entrance of the Gulf of Pc Chi Li''
 In diplomatic circles at Tokio the proba- bility of a conflict is regarded as extreme ly distant.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
Receiver Asked For

St. Louis. Dec. 24.-Through his attorneys Stephen A. Jenks, stockholder made ap- plication to United States Judge Adams for receiver for the Herring Marvin company, manufacturers of safes. Judge Adams named Leonard Matthews as re- ceiver.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
Provisions Scarce

Portland, Ore, Dec. 24.-George Ruth, of Flat Head, Mont, reached Portland on the steamer Elder this evening, having come direct from Dawson City, which point he left Nov. 5. MT. Ruth says there were from 5000 to 1000 people congregated at Dawson and that vicinity, and he est- mates the provisions there are sufficient to winter only 2,000.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25

procession, because at the last parade in 1883, riot ensued in which seven men were killed The clergy of all denomina- tions are denouncing this movement to re- viVe sectarian discord.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
Reiterates its Statement

Berlin, Dec. A.-The Post reiterates its statement that the United States has no interest in the present territorial changes in China, and adds that England displays Surprising naivette" in expecting Ameri can sympathy.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
Marshall Newell Killed

Springfield, Mass, Dec. 24.-Marshall Newell, the well-known Harvard foot ball player, class 94, for the past year em- ployed in this city as assistant division superintendent of the Boston and Albany railroad, was instantly killed in the freight yards here tonight.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
Enga~td taerman fastr,,e' n...

Berlin, Dec. 2i.-The Neueste Nachriciten says that since the occupation of Kiao Chou bay, the Chinese government has en- gagged German military instructors and is now arranging for fitting receptions of Prince Henry of Prussia at the different Chinese ports he will visit.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
ADDIicatiOn For Receiver

Hamilton, O., Dec. M.-Application was made by Mr. Moster this afternoon for a receiver for the Herring Hall Marvin Safe company one of the largest manufactur- ing plants in this city,
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
Instantly Killed

Special to The Age-Herald.
 Evergreen. Dec. A.-Peter Lunquist, a SWede, was run over and inGtantly killed by train this evening near Pollard. He was. drunk when the acciat nt occurred.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
For Circuit Court Clerk.

Fergus w. Mccarthy asks your SUD- port for reelection to the office Of clerk of the circuit court for Jefferson county, Alabama. Subject to the action of the democratic party.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
Advises an Agreement

St. Petersburg, Dec. 2i.-The Novo Vremya advises England to come to an agreement with Russia, France and Ger many, but says it does not expect Lord Salisbury to accept the advice, because under such an agreement England would not get the lions share of China.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
To Prepare For Sea

London, Dec. 2--A special dispatch from Paris says the French criuser Pethuau had been ordered to prepare for sea in Chinese waters.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
ANNOUNCEM ENTS.
G. K. HARSH

is a canida te for nomination by the dem- ocra tic party, for the office of senior judge of the city court of Birming ham.
 10-10-tf.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
For Circuit Court Clerk.

The undersigned respectfully asks the support of the voters of Jefferson county for the nomination for the office of clerk of the circuit court of Jefferson county, subject to the action of the democratic party.
 WALTER K. M'ADORY
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
III tiI4~ui~ 'n'-

Vienna Dec. 2I.-The Vienna papers com- ment will ill-disguised joy on the rumor from Berlin that England's confidential inquiries at Washington regarding com mon action in China have failed of the de- sired result
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
Circuit Clerk.

Walter l.. Howard announces himself candidate for Clerk of the Circuit Court for Jefferson county subject to the action of the democratic party. d&wtf.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
For Associate Judge of the City Court of Bir-
 mingham.

We are authorized to announce Charles B Powell as a candidate for the above named office, subject to the action of the democratic party 11-10-tf
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
FOR RENT.

FOR RENT-Front room, beautifully fur nished and good board for two $iO per month. No. HIS 18th street, South High lands Wesley M. Smith. 12-23-4t ROOMS FOR RENT-And boarders wanted at 25l4 sth avenue, between 18th and 2Gbh streets.
The age-herald., 1897-12-25
LOANS.

MONEY TO LOAN-On furniture witho l; removal from $10 up. s. R. Searle 17th street between 1st and 2d avenues my 2-tf
The age-herald., 1897-12-25

WANTED-Lady to solicit fine dyeing and cleaning-ladies' dresses, cloaks, capes, jackets, shawls wrappers, waists, etc. Fine silk faces, curtains, chenille or lace, cider down, quilts feathers, ribbons, kid gloves, slippers, carpets, we vets in Tact fact everything worn by man. woman or child. Staten Island Dye and Cleaning Com pany's offices PA 21st street. Phone S1 11-9-tf
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WANTED-A good salesman wanted to handle a side line of dry goods for coun- try trade, commission. Bryn MaWr Mills, Philadelphia, Pa
 12-h-11-1Q-2h
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-01-14
KILLING WOLVES.
Some OF the Methods Used to Get Rid Of
the Pests.

Some OF the Methods Used to Get Rid Of
the Pests.
Whole families of the animals are
sometimes asphyxiated in their dens.
A wolf of the gray variety generally
makes its home by getting on the side
of dirt gulch and burrowing straight
inward until q safe distance from the
surface is reached. There her young are
born and raised to sturdy cub estate.
When cowboy locates a den in
which he believes the entire family to
be gathered, a composite mass of cotton,
saturated with damp -four sulphur and
other noxious smelling substances, is
thrust into the den and set on fire. The
mouth of the hole is then filed with
clay tamped down solidly, and the i'm
prisoned wolves are speedily suffocated
within. In this way from to 10 and
II wolves, young and old, are wiped
out at one stroke.
Another effective method is to bore
four or more holes in flat piece Of
board and plug them up with beef fat
soaked in strychnine. The odor of the
fat attracts any wolves that may be in
the vicinity, and they lick the fat vora-
ciously until the leavenipg of poison
does its work upon them and they drop
dead. Very often as many as a dozen
wolves are killed off by this process be-
fore the fat in the holes is exhausted.
Strychnine inclosed in capsules is also
used. The capsule is thrust into a slit
cut in chunk of beef, and the wolf,
boiling the meat whole, falls an easy
victim. Steel traps, baited with raw
beef, are also tried with fair success. -
Denver Republican.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-01-14
The Plausible Lie.

We resent oalumny, hypocrisy and
treachery because they harm US, not be-
cause they are untrue. Take the detrac-
tion and the mischief from the untruth,
and we are little offended by it. Turn
it into praise, and we may be pleased
with it. And yet it is not calumny and
treachery that do the largest sum of
mischief in the world. They are contin-
ually crushed and are felt only in being
conquered. But 1t is the glistening and
softly spoken lie, the amiable fallacy,
the patriotic lie of the historian, the
provident lie Of the politician, the zeal
GUS lie of the partisan. the merciful lie
Of the friend and the careless lie Of each
man to himself that cast that black
mystery over humanity through which
we thank any man who pierces. as we
would thank one who dug q well in a
desert. Happy that the thirst for truth
remains with us, even when we have
willfully left the fountains of t-John
Ruskin.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-01-14
THE DOCTORS STORY.
An Experience That Followed Call at
Night

-Four or five physicians were talking
up town the other evening at the home
of one, and the conversation later turned
TO shop One of them had recently
moved his office down town, and there
was some discussion as to the advisable
ity of separating house and Office.
"Well," said the separatist, II can't
see any difference SO long as I am at
my Office during office hours
LET me tell you story remarked
the Oldest man in the party. "Thirty
years ago, when ! began practice, l lived
in Virginia, and for q year or two I
slept in my Office. Then married, and
my wife owned nice house, and I went
to it to live. 1t sat back from the street
about 90 feet, and we decided that it
would be much nicer if we had my Office
out on the street in the far corner of the
lot. Only so feet away, you will OBJ.
serve, but still it was enough. In order
to see such callers as came during the
night l had a night bell and speaking
tube connecting the front door of the
Office with my bedroom. You see, 1 did
not want patient to escape under any
circumstances.
"Well, everything went nicely enough
for three years or SO, when ono night
ring came to my bell. 1t was then about
2 o'clock in the morning, and t:,e ring
was hot one. asked who it was, and
the answer came from friend of mine
to the effect that he was a mighty sick
man and wanted to see me at once.
told him to come around to the house
and would meet him at the door and
take care of him. Then I got up, and,
putting on my dressing gown and slip
pers, proceeded to the front door. But
there was no one there and no one in
sight on the way between the gate and
the house.
''That was odd, and I went back and
called through the tube to know what
was wrong. received no answer, and,
being quite unable to account for it, I
took my lamp-it was very dark and
still highland started to 60 out and
investigate. just as was about to step
off the porch I lowered my lamp to
get better light on the step, and there
at the foot Of the porch lay body. I
turned it over at once, and as the light
fell on the face saw it was my friend
who had only aminute before spoken to
me. He was quite dead. And when an
examination was made, it was discovered
that he had died Of heart disease, and
so near to me that I could almost have
touched him. Possibly could not have
been of any service to him if had seen
him when he first rang the bell, but the
possibility that I might so affected me
that from that day to this I have had
my office as near my bed as I could get
it. "-EXchange
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-01-14
Reading Women Organize.

The women voters of Reading, Pa. :,
met recently at the home Of Mrs. Will
liam Garter, Woburn street, and formed
an organization. Mrs S. G. B. Pearson
was chosen temporary chairman. OH
cers for the ensuing year were balloted
for. and the following were elected: Mrs.
George Bosom, permanent chairman
Mrs. Warren e. Eaton, clerk; Mrs. S.
G. B. Pearson, treasurer. The society
then nominated Mrs. Ellen M. Bancroft
for member of the school committee
and recommended that Mrs. Gertrude
Hussey be nominated as trustee of the
public library. Mrs. Warren Eaton was
chosen a committee of one to confer
with the proper authorities in regard to
having a woman on the board of over
seers of the poor. In conclusion, the So
ciety earnestly recommend that every
woman in town qualified tovote should
register and cast her vote at the coming
town election.