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The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02
THE AUTONOMY DEGREES.
They Are Variously Received by
Standardization. CnmpOs Warm
Iy Approves 1t,

Madrid. Nov. 2S.-The DEGREES have
been received with conflicting impress
accept the change as dictated by the ne
cessites of the situation. Marshal Cam
pos warmly approves the DEGREES, and is
willing to go to Cuba if necessary. Cen
Azcarraga reserves his opinion until he
sees the effect Of them upon thc-Je-
lion. The earliest organ. lei Correo Es-
pano, describes the DEGREES as national
treason" The organ of the extreme con-
servatives, La National. asks whether
the nation will tolerate such policy
Both of thes papers will be prosecuted
for these utterances.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02
VIII Re Made q stock Farn.

Memphis, Nov. 2S.-The fine farm of
the late Samuel Mosby, near Ridgeway
station, this county, has been sold to
Mrs. Mary Bennett, wife of the Mem,
phis turfman, George G. Bennett. 1t Will
shortly be improved and converted into
a handsome stud and stock farm by the
new owners, who will take possession Of
the place January 1. 1t is the intention
of Mr.. Bennett to convert the place INTO
an ideal stud and stock farm. Mr.. Ben
nett now owns one of the largest stables
in the west and among the horses in his
string are several mares that would
prove great acquisitions to any stud in
the United States. Among the number
may be mentioned Urania,. who, is con
sidered to be the star of the whole lot:
although Mr.. Bennett is the owner OF
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02
JUDGE HERRING's FUNERAL.
Attended by n Large Number of
Waco's Prominent Citizens.

Waco, Tex. Nov. 2S.-(Special)- 1.-The
funeral of Judge Marcus ID. Herring
was attended by prominent citizens from
all parts of Texas. 1t took place at the
residence of his son, Douglas Herring.
of the First Presbyterian church and Rev.
John Kendall of the Baptist church. 1t
was state funeral, in which the Odd
Fellows and Masons figured prominently.
The remains, in magnificent casket,
were in the center of the front parlor.
For nearly two hours column two
abreast marched past the coffin and took
a farewell look at the familiar features
After Odd Fellow rites at lakewood the
remains were inferred in the Herring
lot. where some of the judges children
are buried.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02
THREE SUSPECTS ARRESTED.
Charged with Performing the Re-
cent Train Robbery I'm New
MexiCn.

Albuquerque. n. NJ, Nov. 2S.-Distriot
Attorney Finical has received word from
Dalm Graham, the constable at Bisbec,
Arizona. saying that he had apprehend-
ed the three train robbers who held up
the Atlantic Pacific passenger train at
Grant three weeks ago. The arrested
men are Jesse Williams, Tom Anderson
and an unknown. The crime was COM
mitted in Valencia county. In this judi
cial district, and District Attorney Fini-
cal Is now preparing the papers to have
the robbers extradited from Arizona to
this territory.
While the exact amount of booty Sc
cured by these robbers is not known, it
has been estimated at between $4,000
and 100000. Train robbery Is CAPT
tai offense in this territory. so that if the
men now arrested be proven guilty they
will have to answer with their lives.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02
Noted Civil Engineer Dead.

Baltimore Nov. 2S.-Col. John lang
n noted engineer of England and Amer
lea, died at his home in this city last
night. aged so. In 1887 he came to
Baltimore and surveyed the route of the
Western Maryland Railroad over the
Blue Ridge mountains. He was also the
chief engineer of the Union Railroad
company and built the Pennsylvania
road tunnels under the city. The con
struction of these tunnels was one OF his
greatest undertakings. He was, also
chief engineer of several other railroads
in Maryland.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02
CONGRATULATED by AutOnomists.

Madrid. Nov. ga depntatiOn OF Cu-
han deputies waited upon Senior Segasta;;
the premier. yesterday and conratulatod
him upon the sincerity of purpose evinc@d
in the autonomy DEGREES.
Senior Moret, the minister of the cello
MES, has received numerous dispatches
from the provinces and from the antilles,
concentrating the government.
The Official Gazette will publish tomor-
row the decree granting autonomy to
Puerto Rico on lines similar to Cuban
autonomy. The chamber will consist Of
thirtv-two members. the council of a..
ministration of sixteen. whom eight will
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02

London. Nov. 2S.-A heavy northwest
gale, with fierce hail squalls. has done
much damage ut Hollyhead and near
Liverpool. Many yachts and small craft
have been sunk at their moorings, und
many buildings have been injured.
The wreck of Lord Nelson's old flag
ship, the Foydrant, supposed to be firmly
imbedded off B.ackpool. has been dashed
to pieces. The gale has been felt gen
orally along the English coast, but only
n few casualties are reported from the
English channel.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02
VIII Grab Hawaii First.

Washington. Nov. Ex-senator Lodge,
Il member of the committee on foreign re-
lations in the senate, was ut the state de-
partment today. He will say nothing
about the Cuban situation except that
the present administration had accom-
plished great deal. He said the first
business of the senate would be to con-
firm the annexation of Hawaii, which
would he done by ratifying the treaty or
by legislation.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02
Prominent Physicinn Killed.

Fordach, La, Nov. 2S.--News has been
received here Of the killing last night of
DIR. Rigney of Paccourci,. a prominent
physician and planter of this parish, and
the wounding of William McBee, his
clerk. 1t appears that difficulty arose
between the doctor and Charles Allen,
colored, over some cotton. No arrest
has been made. as Allen escaped immcdi-
atnlY aftpr the killing.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02
MUST LOOK A LITTLE OUT.
Uncle Snm Warns Germany Not to Go
Too Fnr In the Hayden Affair.

Berlin. Nov. 2S.-1'he state department
at Washington has requested United
States Ambassador White to ascertain
exactly the intentions of Germany win
rnsnrct 10 the claims of Herr Lueders,
whose recent imprisonment in Hayti has
caused friction between the German and
Haytien governments :,
MIR. White has also been instructed, Il
any schemes of annexation exist, or II
there il any intention to make an ex-
cessive demonstration with view of I'M
duly furnishing Hayti TO intimate to the
German government that the United
States government could not tolerate
either of the courses before mentioned,
though, in principle, having no objection
to Germany obtaining satisfaction.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02
A Cuestas Demonstration.

Montevideo. Nov. ga monster meet
ing of native Uruguayans and forcigGs
was held here today in favor of the can
didacy of Senior Cuestas for the prcsi-
dency.
His opponents interfered and a great
tumult ensued. in which several were
killed and injured
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02
In a Critical Condition.

Washington. Nov. 2S.-Col. w. d.
Cshlpley of Florida, who was operated on
Tor carbuncle several days ago, is in a
very critical condition and it is feared
ms illness will terminate fatally. His
wife and son and daughter have arrived
in the city.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02

many horses and mares which have rec
nrds for themselves on the running turf.
IJrania is probably the best. While IN
her 3 and 4-year-old form there was
scarcely a horse in the west that, could
hook up with her when the track was
muddy and beat her to the wire. At tins
TING she belonged to Chris. Smith, the
Chicago plunger, but last year Smitn
sold hor TO Mr. Bennett.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02
Has No JurisdictiOn.

Washington. Nov. 20-Postmaster
Baker, at Lake City, s. c.. wired Acting
Postmaster General Heath today that
Assistant Postmaster J. =. Braveboy was
shot there Saturday night by a hidden
party within a few yards of the. post
office. The postmaster suspected, cvi.
IDENTIFY, that the federal authorities would
take conizance OF the case. The United
States, however. has no jurisdiction.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02

Paris. Nov. 2S.-Gen. Forgemol de
Bostquenard is dead. He was in his
nth year.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02
Barges of Gunpowder Seized.

Berlin. Nov. 2S.-Eight barges loaded
with cases of gunpowder and falsely la
bel!ed ARMS" have been seized by the
customs officer in the Thames.
They emanated from Russia, and were
about to be transferred to the steamer
Baluchistan. for Persia. 1t is suggested
that the ammunition was destined for the
Afridis.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02
Another Martyr to the Cause.

Bath. N. j., Nov. 2S.-James w. Low
erdge, who was injured in football
game a, Hammondsport, Thanksgiving
afternoon, died here today. His death
woe dr" t. kick in the stomach. re-
ceived at the game.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02

tude and espoused tie obstructionist
cause was the chief element that
brought about the sudden turn of events.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02
Back to His BirtbpInce

Pa Ina. Island of Majorca, Nov. 2S-
Lieut.. Gen. Weyler, on the steamer
Montserrat, arrived here this morning
and was accorded an enthusiastic recep-
ton.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02
Mrs. Iselin Dead.

New York. Nov. 2S-Mrs. Adrian lae-
lin. ST., wife of the well known financicr,
died last night at her home in this city,
aged II.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02

Those wishing to get rid of rheuma-
tism should try bottle of Elmer &
Amends Prescription No. 2S51. G.. Il.
Schmidt, Houston, Tex, sole agent.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02

DR.. Siegert's Angostura Bttcrs. the
world renowned South American appc-
tizer and invigorator, cures dyspepsia,
diarrhoea. fever and ague.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02
Severe Northwest Gales.

he elected. The chamber of commerce in
the island will take part in the elections.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-02
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Evening star., 1897-07-30
SUMMER RESORTS.
IN THE MOUNTAINS,

GREEN'S MOUNTAIN HOUSE. HARPER.s FERRY.
w. va.-Open. Located on Fruit Hill Farm
Blue Ridge mountain, 20 min. drive from depot
-, SO and 81 per week; 81 and 81 so per day:
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Evening star., 1897-07-30
CAPT. MERRY AND THE CANAL.

Why Objection fs Made to the New
Minister.
1t is said at the State Department that
the objection to the appointment of Capt.
Merry as minister to Nicaragua is probably
largely on account of his pronounced views
on the Nicaragua canal. Capt. Merry was
pushed for the position because he was an
enthusiastic supporter of the canal project
and because of his wide knowledge of the
subject.
The son of ]. d. Rodriguez, minister of
the Greater Republic of Central America,
made protest to the Department of State
against his appointment. The reason given
was that he would not be acceptable to all
the countries forming the new government.
Scme old questions were called up, and it
vas stated that the present president of
one Of the states objected to Merry. This
was all cleared up, and cable was re-
ceived from the president credited with
making the objection saying that Capt
merry would be quite acceptable as minis
ter, and he would be glad to welcome him.
Inc nomination of Merry was then sent in
and ne was confirmed, but it appears that
MS enthusiastic support of the canal pro-
1ect has made him unacceptable to Minis
ter Roderiguez, who is opposed to the canal
as reported in the bill before the last Con-
gress. The latter published a letter while
the bill was under discussion, taking de-
c1oed grounds against the canal.
Evening star., 1897-07-30
FRAUDS UPON THE REVENUE
The Treasury Disposed to BE Libers
to InfOrmers

The Treasury Disposed to BE Liberal
to InfOrmers.
Assistant Secretary Howell Of the Treas
ury Department has made a statement of
the Iosition of the department in regard
to the prevention of frauds upon the rev.
enue, in which he says:
Experience has convinced the officers of
the Treasury Department that nothing is
to be gained by niggardly policy regard
Ing the compensation to be awarded to in
fcrmers In customs cases. Information of
this kind must often be accepted by the
department from persons who communi-
cate the facts at the risk Of the enmity of
the parties implicated and of consequent
loss or damage. Nor Is 1t to be expected
that energy and courage will be exercis I'd
by persons outside the government serv-
Ice In the ascertainment and exposure Of
fraudulent operations against the revenue
laws, except under the prospect of final
recognition and reward.
1T Is the policy of the present admins
tration to welcome any information which
shall lead to the detection and conviction
of persons guilty Of fraudulent practices
affecting the revenue, and to award suit
able compensation to the persons who may
have given the original clue to the identi-
fication of the criminals and the recovery
of duties. AS an instance of this disposi-
ton may be cited a recent incident where
in a conspiracy to smuggle a valuable lot
OF diamonds was frustrated and a large
amount was collected from the forfeiture
and sale of the diamonds. The commercial
agency which furnished the facts was
awarded 81 500 Of the proceeds in recogni-
ton of its services to the government. Tn
der existing law the Secretary of the
Treasury is authorized to pay to persons
revenue such compensation as he deems
proper, not exceeding 5000"
Evening star., 1897-07-30
NOT REGARDED AS SIGNIFICANT.

neglect of JaDnnese Merchantmen to
Recognize the Fourth of July.
A feeble attempt has been made to mag
nifty statement made in a report to the
navy Department by Admiral McNair,
commanding the Asiatic station on the
hagship Olympia at Yokohama, Japan,
that not one of the numerous Japanese
merchant vessels In the harbor dressed
snip on the Fourth of July, although both
British and French warship observed
the day by duplicating every incident of
the celebration of the day by the Olym-
pla. 1t has even been asserted that this al
legged lack of courtesy to the American ma
tional holiday was deliberate insult 20 the
United States by the japanese, and that It
had the tacit assent of the Japanese gov
eminent. The report shows that there
were no japanese ships of war in Yoko-
hama at the time.
The construction put on the alleged lack
OF courtesy by the japanese vessels is ridi-
culed by naval officers generally. Capt
Crowninshield, chief of the bureau of nayi-
CATION, characterized it as pure nonsense.
ana declared there was no ground for any
such assumption. Yokohama. he explained,
Is commercial port, and there was no par
ticular reason why warships should be
there He had often been in ports where
there was no warship, and he pointed out
States where there is none. There was no
particular reason why merchant vessels
should be aware that the flagship was ceIe-
eratfng national holiday, and the dressing
OF ship in honor of a foreign fete day is
done at the suggestion or invitation of the
commanding officer of the feet of the coun-
try honored.
Merchant ships do not pay international
courtesies. If the alleged slight had been
committed by japanese warships it would
have been significant, but such was not the
case.
Evening star., 1897-07-30
PRESIDENTIAL PosTMAsrERs.
appointment of Many ON Whom the
senate Failed to Act.

appointment of Many ON Whom the
Senate Failed to Act.
The President has appointed the follow
ing postmasteIs:
Arizona-Jerome, Frank E. Jordan
Arkansas-Clarksville. W. A. Price; Lo-
noke. ]. A. Brouse; Little Rock, Winfield
S. Holt: Mammoth Springs, John w. Mat
thewson: Wynne, w. K. Baker.
California-Sanger Lee Mclaughlin; Tu-
lare, Caleb Tompkins.
Georgia-Athc-s, Monroe B. Morton: El-
berton, Ella NJ. He, ry.
Idaho-Hailey, Hugh Cramer
Illinois-Moline, George H. Mckinley;
Neoga, Milton A. Ewing; Taylorvilie Jas
r. Smith
1ndiana-Brazil, Harry D. Falls; Dapor-
to. William A. Banks; Linton, Walter A.
Wills; Middletown, Joseph O. Lambert:
Mount Vernon, William L. Boyce: New
Carlisle, George H. Service; Warren, Da-
vid L. Elliott.
Iowa-Cherokee James A. Henderson:
Port Madison, Ethan L. Trevitt
Kansas-St. Marys, H. F. Heisler.
Louisiana-Lake Charles James NJ Ma
Maine-Wiscasset, Isaac A. Macurda.
Maryland-Snow Hill, Charles w. Far
row.
Observation-Disclosures Harry S. Tripp;
Webster. William L. Marble.
Minnesota-Soutn ST. Paul. E. F. Gould.
Missour.-Pierce City, George A. Purdy;
Sweet Springs, George w. Smith.
New Hampshire-Portsmou William o.
Sides
North Carolina-Rocky Mount, Israel D.
Hargett.
Ohio-Akron, L. S. Ebright; Wauseon,
Walter S. Brigham.
Oklahoma George A. Beidler.
Rhode Island-Woonsocket, John w.
Cass.
Texas-Brownwood, Marshall Smith; San
Angelo, Edward Blanchard.
Tennessee-Columhia, H. F. Fariss.
West Virginia-Grafton, James w. Holt;
Shepherdstown, William A. Chapline.
Wsconsin-Sharon, Clayton H. Underhill
Notwithstanding, w. P. Keays.
A number of these are reappointments.
occasioned by failure of confirmation Of
previous nominations sent to the Senate.
Evening star., 1897-07-30
DEEP WATERWAY COMMISSION.

Proposed Ship Canal Between the
Lakes and the Atlantic.
The Secretary of War has appointed the
special board provided for in the sundry
civil appropriation bill to make survey
and examination (including estimate of
cost. OF deep. waterways between the
great lakes and the Atlantic tidewaters.
The personnel of the board is as follows:
Maj. Charles w. Raymond, Corps Of En-
gineers; Alfred Noble of, Chicago and
George Y. Wisner Of Detroit.
Evening star., 1897-07-30
Greece IL Growing.

The United States minister to Greece has
supplied the State Department with some
advance figures Of the Greek census. taken
last October. They show total population
for the country of q 433. .e06 az against q
total Of 2.1S1,206 In the year 1880 There
were I266816 males and 1.168, $50 females
There were twelve towns with population
In excess OF 10000.
Evening star., 1897-07-30
Michael J. Burke,s Appointment.

MtchaeI j. Bufke's ApVO1ntmeMf.
The appointment Of Michael ]. Burke Of
Chicago as consul to st. Thomas and Port
Stanley. Ontario. is said to be a recogni-
ton by the President Of the work done by
the telegraphers and railroad employees for
the republican party during the past CAM
paign. Mr. Burke was secretary Of the
federation OF clubs Of railroad employees
Evening star., 1897-07-30
ATTORNEYS.

Webster Law building, sos D ct. NV, Washing.
ton. D. g. Residence, No. Mount Vernon F1ats,
New York ave. and 9th st. NV. sells
Evening star., 1897-07-30
MEDICAL
DIR. CZARRA.

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weakness and special diseases cured and guaran.
teed; references given; hours, to IL 8 to 6;
closed on Sunday. 619-621 Pa. ave. NV. yS-1ms
Evening star., 1897-07-30

II you want anything. try an I'D. In The
Star. II anybody has what you wish. you
viii get an answer.
Evening star., 1897-07-30

II you want anything, try an ad. In The
Star. II anybody has what you wish, yoI
win get an answer.
Evening star., 1897-07-30
Mt. View House.

One u the best places OF resort In the entire
range Of the Ailesheny nsuEtain Is the Mountain
View House Mt Aurqrn, W. We. Tho afr is pure,
the sesDery Is grand beyond compare, ths accom-
mo<iations arc h-st-class in every respect, and,
furthermore. tn. rates exceedingly reason
able. For particulars address JOHN a. LANTZ,
Proprietor, Aurora. W. Va. 1y3.1m
The San Francisco call., 1897-01-31

sometimes happens that he cannot get
out without the help of MS companions.
When the skee-runner becomes very ex-
pert he tries jumping. This is a highly
exciting and perllous sport. At the bot
tom OF the hill huge pile of snow, some
times built up on foundation of boards,
is heaped up and the skeetrack is made to
run to its crest. Then the daring runner
starts at the top of the hill. Down he
comes, with the wind biting has face and
the gsy-colored flannel hood and scarf
beating out behind. As he approaches the
hummock Of snow he stoops, sets his
teeth, and the muscles OF his legs grow as
rigid as steel rods. Then he shoots off the
crest into the air, and the spectators hold
their breath for fear he may not hold
rigid the long shafts of wood fastened to
his feet. And well for him if he lands
right end up and goes spinning onward
again.
For very expert runners the hummocks
are made as high as an ordinary one
story house, and it is not unusual for the
runner to shoot from 20 10 100 feet
through the air before striking ground
AGAIN,
The San Francisco call., 1897-01-31

the snow is deep and the weather Is freez-
ing cold sne wears huge boots of fur
which come almost to her hips. When
she goes into the igloo, or snowhouse, she
pulls them off, ana. picking up the little
ball OF fur which unrolIed reveals a fat
Eskimo baby, she drops the little imp into
one of the boots. ii there are two babies
both boots are filled, and if there are three
she can well sympathize with the old
woman who had so many children she
didn't know what to do.
And so it happens that many an
Eskimo child spends the early part OF
his life in boot. At about l month old
he has the first real clothes of his own-a
wee jacket and trousers made of the soft
skin of the fawn. Then he rolls about on
the bed OF ice inside the igloo and plays
with the puppies. which have been
brought in from the cold, harnessed up
with strings and fastened TO the side of
the house. When the little fellows
mother goes out of doors she places him
IL the huge fur hood which hangs from
the back of her neck and he nestles down
close 10 her to keep warm. He is good
natured baby, and it takes very bitter
wind straight from the north pole to make
him cry. AS soon a. he is old enough to
talk he begins, like other children of other
lands, 20 beg for candy. But his candy is
very different from the sugar bopbons OF