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The sun., 1897-12-24

ana tails of mink, sable and fox are used,
and are often arranged in narrow lines,
followed by passementeric or embroidery.
For outside garments fur bands are
made wider Mongolia, skunk, otter, Sill
bic and blue fox are preferred and are seen
on wraps made of velvet, cloth, rich satin
and broche goods.
The illustration given today shows cos
tune Of garnet wool goods, in which are
woven black satin lines. The foot Of tho
skirt is finished with a narrow plating of
black satin. The blouse is closed under
three black satin plaitings and has large
rever of garnet velvet. The belt, collar
and tight sleeves arc of garnet velvet, the
belt having gold buckle. The soft, felt
hat, light gray in color, has band of gar.
net velvet and a cluster of black COZ
plumeS JUDO CHoLLET
The sun., 1897-12-24
FASHION NOTES.
Various Phases of the Mode a. Seen In
Paris and America.

Paris and America.
The blouse will be worn for long time,
and modistes are therefore seeking to vary
it in every possible way. The most becom
ing blouA' are those which bag in front
only and Gre tight fitting at the back,
their undrcss aspect being thus dimin-
ished. Belts are naturally Of much i'm
portancc, since blouscs prevail, and sirdles
Of gold or silver 1ligree, plain or set with
imitation jewels Of various colors, are worn
with both outer garments and indoor
bodices.
Black or white cravats arc the preferred
stlye for mems afternoon wear in Paris.
Pearl gray kid gloves are the proper kind
for use with evening costume
Ladies' shoes for dress occasions are of
patent leather or embroidered kid.
Paris, dictator of fashion, is not always
as strictly obeyed in America as she should
be, or at least she is not obcyed in some
desirable ways. For example, in France
there is a strict line Of demarcation be-
tween the costume Of a young girl and
that Of a mature or married woman. A
young girl wears little jewelry and none
of any great value She dresses simply in
simple materials, and thereby maintains
The sun., 1897-12-24

100 6H PRINTED ENVEL-
opes, 22c. Good quality; post
paid. Samples free. Send pos
tai. Ira Miller, O'Shanter, Pa.
The sun., 1897-12-24
SKIRTS AND JAckETs.
ooyles and ISinnings Kmployed ~ thu
Leading lGodlstes Abroad.

oeylss md Trinnings Kmploysd ~ the
Leading Aodistss Abroad.
Skirts Of silk or velvet are always cut In
narrow breadths, in accordance with the
narrow width Of the goods. The fitting
over the hips isdone at the seams entirely.
When the lining is Of substantial silk, no
further stiffening Is required, and the
omission Of haircloth and Its limitations
renders the skirt much lighter and easier
to wear. A heavy, dragging skirt in an
extremely unhealthful article Of apparel,
the mere carrying Of itabout being enough
to exhaust delicate woman.
Trailing skirts have q round train,
which diminishes toward the extremity
and Is left soft, not being made rigid with
stiffening. II any hairoloth at all IL en-.
ployed, 1t 10 only used at the edge.
Jackets Of black cloth ore somewhat
longer this year than they were last. The
jacket blouse Is the prevailing model for
The sun., 1897-12-24


such garments 1t usually fastens at the
side with large buttons, but may be plain
at the back-that is, close fitting-or may
have the blouse effect, as in front, accord
ing to preference. The belt and buttons
are the chief features in plain blouseS and
serve. as q decoration.
Full ruches, very round and prominent,
are trimming seen on some of the new
est models of skirts These ruches are ar
ranged, three or four IF them sometimes,
either horizontally or describing lines
which drop in front and rise over the hips
and at the back. OF course only light.
weight fabrics can be thus utilized, as a
great deal of material goes into ruche
and heavy goods would be two weighty
decoration.
A picture is given of the latest novelty
in capes.-- 1t is of three-quarters length
and Is of sable decorated around the lower
part by three fur rutfles. The rippled col
lar is held in by torsade Of black satin,
tied in front and passing through slides Of
jet. Tho cape is lined with pink quilted
satin. JUDO CHoLLET.
The sun., 1897-12-24
NOVEL HAT.


close When the goods are thin or will
gather easily, the founce Is often cut
straight instead of curving. An accordion
plated hounce is very effective in suitable
material The top of the skirt or yoke
may be short or long according to the fig
ure Of the wearer. Usually it is somewhat
higher at the back than in front, the latter
being rounded, pointed or cut in even
three points, one Of the points coming
down over each hip. If the wearer is tall.
the yoke may be carried down to the knees.
II not, it should be kept proportionately
higher.
Today's illustration depicts decidedly
new hat. 1t is of white felt the round
brim being extended at the back and rolled
over the crown in q sort Of scroll. The
low crown is covered with fiat circle of
violet velvet laid in two or three large
plaits under the scroll and bordered with
a sable band ending in natural heads.
Violets in front and under the brim at the
back form an additional decoration.
JUDO CHOLLET.
The sun., 1897-12-24
Business Opportunities.
naE&~MORE MONEY !! !!

In one ofthe dozens of business that
we can find for yo than in anything
else. Genteel, for either sex. at home
or travelling. Particulars FREE
gsy~We will insert your name and
address in our SALARIED POS.
TON Manual, for 10 cts. a full year.
May be worth hundreds of dollars to
you Write at once. Address
s. M. BOWZES,
Woodford City, Vermont.
The sun., 1897-12-24
NEWSPAPER CLIPPINGS.

A splendid assortment of clip
pings, covering every conceive
able subject, CLEANED from
country weeklies, town dailies
and other publications, offered at
reasonable prices. Names and
addresses furnished. Mrs. II. 7.
Clark, Wilkes Barra, Pa.
The sun., 1897-12-24
TEN CENTS SENT.

to Walker, the penman, Bishop
Building, Philadelphia, Pa. will
bring you samples of the best
pens on earth. You pay the
postage, lie does the rest
The sun., 1897-12-24
Cruel Girl.

Rich Parvenu-Wouldn' it be splendid
II were to catch lordp
Frend-Vcs Then you would be
lady Punch
The sun., 1897-12-24
Wise PrecautiOn,

Yes, you SEQ her everywhere. But her
husband doesn't seem to care for society,""
"Oh, he stays homo to rest up SO he can
endure her the next day. detroit News.
The sun., 1897-12-24
WANTED

6ooo men wanted to fill Govt
Service vacancies this year. Only
common school education needed
for most places. $1,000 to 81, 500
salaries. Dates and locations of
next examinations and valuable
information sent FREE on re-
quest. POTOMAC CIVIL SER
VICE ACADEMY, Dept B,
Wash, d. c.
The sun., 1897-12-24

for the Holiday Season.
The largest assortment
of wines, whiskeys and
Cordials kept by any
house in the city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

The office Of u. 8. shipping comn,,s-
death of Capt. VIM. Munroe IN Februnrv
has not yet been Oiled. although exam j,
nation OF candidates for the position WA !
held about the last Of the month. but fhe
result has mot yet been arno,ls,cad az
Meanwhile the duties Of this sSffice A..
discharged by. the collector OF the mort.
Hon. j. II. Moore Of Thomaston.
1t is understood that steps are to be
taken toward obtaining pardon from
the governor for Mrs. Lucinda, Foss.
who was sentenced at the recent term
Of court to serve 10 months in iail for
perjury. Mrs. Foss together with
Collamore and Phillips who were guilty
of petty thievery attempted to place
the guilt upon an innocent man by d
false story. There is no doubt OF the
woman's guilt but the trial in the no.
lice court proved that she was OF weak
mind and entirely under the thumb Of
the man Collamore. The pardon viii
be asked upon the ground that Mrs.
Foss is a very sick woman and needs
better care than Is afforded at the Jail.
-Rockland Star,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

New York March &c.
FLOUR-Receipts, 21.Sl3 pkgs.: exports
1880 bills, 313l sacks; sales, 1920 pkgs.
market. steady. quiet.
SOUTHERN FLOUR-Qyiet.
RYE FLOUR-Quet.
BUCKWHEAT FLOURtUnchanged
r BUCKWHEAT-Unc
+ CORN MEAT@Duil.
RYE-Steady. duh.
/ BARLEY-Quiet.
WHEAT-Exports 74.496: sales, 5000
1ufl. firmer with options: No. red, fob.
i2is: No. ! Northern. Sik.
CORN-Receipts. 35.100: exports. Sc. l5S
sales. 5000; dull, strong; No. 2, 800. eie
vator. 30$4I31 afoat
OATS-Receipts, 103. G00; exports, $500
sales. 5000; quiet firm: No. 2. %; No.
No white: 22ls; mixed Western. 2l@a
white do. 23M24; white state. 23M30
BEEF-Quiet. steady: beef hams
strong; tierced beef. steady; cut meats
firm, quiet.
LARD-Bareiy steady. quiet: westerr
steam closed A.42l2; city, 1870; refined
slow.
PORK--Quiet. steady.
z PUTrER-Good demand. upward ten.
dency; state dairy. 9n1S; do. creamery
lfa19: do. factory. 7lhG12; Elgins. 10.
CHI EESE-Firm, fair demand.
-. PETROLEUM-Firm United, 9lih.
COFFEE-Rio, dull, easy.
SUGAR-Raw, fair demand, firm; re.
fined. quiet.
FREIGHTs-To Liverpool. quiet, UNI
changed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

The funeral services of the late Mrs. f
A. Morton took place at her late resi-
dence. yesterday. The service was con
Quoted by Rev. Mr.. Hayden. on account
CT the illness of her pastor. Rev. Mr.
Wyman. Many were present who knew
this lovable woman, some for years ana
others for a Shorter time. The flora,
offerings were many and beautiful
The bearers We're, Hon. A. w. Phil
brook. Hon. S. j. Chadbourne. Col. Z
c. Harrington, and Mr.. e. c. Dudley.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

The funeral of the late William An
derson, who died, Wednesday. at tho
age of So years, at the home of his
daughter. Mrs. Alexander Hamilton
was held. Friday afternoon at
O'clock, at his late home. Rev. c. s
Cummings performing the services
There We're many present in re,
spect 10 the old gentleman, who has
been so long an esteemed resident o,
this city. There was a large offering
of flowers. including a wreath and pill
low from the family. The intermeni
was at Riverside cemetery.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

15o q 4: Water1,ile. as 4 A. Ban.
e.; s. S1ox A. Iii As as 1asH1s?si . gag
y; Sherman. 1888 A. NJ: Island Fails,
nssar Al HI lis sPPyHsn: A NINA IL H.o HI
Houlton. 12.20 p. Il; Bridgewater, Lis p.
P. n; Fort Fsirneid, 40 r: NJ: Dover
e? H ssassSl'i s ~ 4 Sas essoTs ~ "a
Leave Portland, 1ase 2. Y; Augusta.
80 r. II; Arrive Br;cwnvilie. S9 2. u:
ES'sSsc0i S.i IT, 10 nsi HoSso n ID
LEAVE Banner, az - II; A.5i!s De-
"a "a. A T. Monsoon. lais = T.; Cream
lie IEsAx ;iS Bangor s. 4seP. N.
ARRIVE Dover and Foxcroft. III r.
n: Gqilford, 71 P: NJ: Honson June
f IEAv ~ GresnSiI Ssn soo 81 Il: noason
Dover and Foxcroft. 7.S6 4, n: Brown.
vi AAR 81 4 h n dssssssspsEs sa = n
LEAVE Fort Fairfield. 615 A. n; Car
ibou, d10 a. r.: Pressure Isle. SO 4. n:
aS sSn - "a A. III; smyrna Mis- al
SIS A. NJ: Norcross. lO.ls A. II: brown.
n; Wateryiils. &is z. II: Augusta. ili
r. NJ; Portland, 63s p. n.
LEAVE Caribou, 11@ q. II; Presuus
u. !. Bridgewater, T. r n. Houlton. LIZ
2. n; Ashland. $50 A. n; 1asardis 10.1s
2. M; Smyrna Mills. LIS p. NJ: Island
Norcross. so ?. M; Brownville. lse r:
u !; Lagrange. kM r. NJ; Greenville. Is
p. NJ; Monson, $40 p. II. Guilford. 80
Sebec, l38 p. NJ; Arrive Bangor. go p.
NJ; Waterville, 1000 p. NJ; Augusta, 1l0
r. n: Portland. ll0 A. II.
GEO. n. HOUGHTON.
0en'l PassL and Ticket Agent
y. W. CRAM.
Bangor. Oct L 1SoG july1Ad6
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

The Sir Knights of Trinity Com
fnandery are requested to meet at the
asylum in Masonic Temple. in full re-
gala, at 1.45 p. NJ, Sunday, and pro-
coed to the Episcopal church to attend
the funeral services of the late Emin-
emit Sir r. W. Black. After the church
services, the remains will be escorted
to the cemetery by Trinity Command
cry and Augusta Lodge. Seats will b.
reserved at the church for the Masonic
bodies.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

The many friends of Col. H. G.
Staples will be pleased to learn that he
expects to be soon out again, and attend
ing to his business as manager of the
Maine Mutual Fire Insurance Com
pany. Col. Staples has been confined
to his home for several months from {,
partial paralysis of the legs. but has
shown steady Improvement of late, and
is eager to get back to work. as other
wise from that trouble, he says he
never felt better in his life.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

II. c. Weston of Dover, n. H., the
superintendent of the Union Electric
r. r. Co. of that city, is in the city
visiting her brother, Nathan Weston
He will visit his father in Manchester
to return home the first of the week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

The group photographs by Burgess,
of the members of the Senate and
House are something fine, and unques-
tionably the best ever made of these
bodies. They include every member,
and, what's more, each is good. and a
striking contrast to many group pic
lures, where a, sameness is SO evident.
The Senate group includes, in addi-
ton to the members, the secretary and
assistant secretary, messenger and as
sistant messenger, docrkeeper and re-
porter making total of 81. In the
House group are included the clerk and
assistant clerk. the two reporters, and
two door keepers, making 157. The
pictures to any one Of the members OF
those whose work has been closely
connected will be invaluable in years
to come.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

In Fridays Journal. in the list OF
special officers confirmed by the mayor
and board of aldermen, the name
James 4. Grover, as special officer fcl
the city building was reported by mis-
take instead of that of James A. Jones
who will, no doubt, ably officiate il
that capacity. Frederick A. Brann j!
special police officer instead of Fred
cricls A. Brown, as was reported.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

II. r. Randall has done to represen,
the natural wood finish. is well worti
seeing. He makes a speciality of re-
newing furniture by this process.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

Mr. and Mrs. j. NJ. Wyman are hay
ing their turn with the grippe, thi;
week. 1t is having a pretty vigorous
run. Mr.. Wyman will be unable to fiji
his engagements, Sunday, and has
secured the services of Rev. N. T
Dutton of Waterville.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

Mrs. Llewellyn Powers went to Bos-
ton, Friday, to return next Wednes-
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

#. w. Plaisted, the grand scribe OF
the Royal Arch Chapter of Maine,
Maine, made an official visit, Friday
evening, to the chapter in Skowhegan.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

hat that has a reputation. Pink
ham & Sherburne are tine sole agents
and stake their reputation on the
'Lamson' being the best.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

Fine sweet oranges, today. nj q. w.
Wadleigh's. 20 CENTS per dozen. Valencias
W for 70 cents, exceedingly fine and
cheap for sauce.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

Miss Lancaster and her sister, Mar
garet. went to Old Orchard, Friday
afternoon, and will return with Mrs.
Lancaster after a brief visit.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

]. H. Leigh & Co. HallowelI have
a new line or all wool Scotch plaids they
are offering at this sale for $500 and 800
per suit,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

Rev. f. o. Thayer, d. D., will preach
at the Methodist church, tomorrow
morning, at the usual hour.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

Mrs. c. Bell Holley of Chicago, VIII,
has been visiting her cousin. Mrs. c
NJ. Leavitt, vert to Bath, Friday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

O.. N. Douglass, the representative o.
the American Press Association, ha.
been in the city the past two days, OF
business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

| Major McGuiness, commandment OF
the Kennebec Arsenal, is in Washing
ton, d. c., on q visit.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

G. X. Partridge offers lovers Of the
Chicago kisses an opportunity never be-
fore enjoyed of buying them, today only,
at 20 cents per pound.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

Gloves at half price. C. H. Mason has
a line of street, or driving gloves he will
close out at SOC. per pair; they are 81 90
In the lot
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

There will be social dance in G.. A
r hall. tonight. to which all are invited
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

Col. T. M. Rollins is out once NOR
after three weeks wrestle with tn
grip.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

Mrs. c. A. Libby and daughter, Miss
Clara A. Libby, leave, Monday. TO,
New York and Boston, to purchase
spring millinery.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27
AUGUSTA LOCALS.

Lee Rollins is spending his vacation
at Belgrade.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

The Electrics will pc running on the
State street route. today-hooray!
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

Judge Wiswell went to Portland
Friday, after spending the day in the
city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27
Saturday Special Sales.

II you want to see q few special prices
that are anna ing consult +. s. Smith &
Co.'S column ad. N ND IN
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

The season, somewhere, must be pre-
cocious, judging from the great variety
! of green stuff j. E. Fuller has, today.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

Chicago. March &c.
FLOUR-Quiet. steady.
W6EAT.aNo. spring, 17s@7sB; No. .
red. S4ls@S9is.
CORNING. 2, e46f2iIs.
OATS-No. 9, IL.
RYE-No. 2, 33G733ka.
BARLEY-No. 2. SO nominal.
FLAXSEED--No. /, 76GS0.
PORK-SS. 50dS.65.
LARD-$4.15 6D4.171a.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

Miss c. A. Libby has laid in a stock ot
boys fast black, Ribbed, seamless hose
They being new. in her line, she will fol
once only run them in a special sale, al
1Oc. per pair.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

J. T.. Fuller's special sale of candy to.
day is very attractive. OH fashioned
marsh mallows, in fancy tin boxes. 4 ant
Y pounds. 10 and 20 cents each: deliciou
cream fruit bar % cents: maple wainu
bar. % cents: fresh sasted peanuts. L
reppermints, 20 cents: chocolate kisses
10 cents. A new novelty is a box of pea
nuts. each box contains a prize. no,
peanuts and prize only cents. Assorted
70 cents
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27
MARKET REPORTS.
New York nenay iaarkst.

New York, March. 2s.
Money, easy 1h41%.
Prime mercantile paper. g.
Governments steady
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

Russell & Weston have fine story 70,
today. The writer saw letter from the
well known house of Fl. b. Clafln. New
York. 1t stated that in the short spac
of one hour and ten minutes they dis
posed of GOO cases 5000 yards to a case
of nOnpareil jackonette lawns. Bussei
& Weston secured one of these cases
and fling ii to the breeze at only &C. pei
yard, real 81 inch beautiful 10c. lawns.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

H. s. Blaisdell has about 100 pairs o
odd pants ranging from $3.50 to $500. To
day any pair of the lot can be bought fol
M.50. An inspection will convince Vol
of the bargain.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

Don't waste your money buying bones,
when Z. w. Church will sell you a neat
glass faced box containing three pounds
of stripped homeless Goldfish, for Csc. Also
three packages of rolled oats for 25c. is
another of his bargains.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

Buckley &c Goodrich are reaching 70,
the crowd today. Their bargain bids
heavy for It. One lot ladies' fancy fig
ured dress skirts, changeable effects
lined throughout finished seams ant
velveteen bound. all for only sl.49. The,
also have about a dozen winter jackets
left over. most of them We're $40 gar.
merits. all go today at S1.9S, $2.9S and
S3.9S each.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-03-27

OF all the orange sales of Hill & Locke.
this is supposed to cap them all. The
huge pile of oranges you will see II
their window will assure you this is so
Thirty of these for pc. While oranges
will be king. candy will smile in thos,
pretty boxes as sweetly as ever. Smilt
box, and pound candy, fancy chocolates
only 25c. Home made varieties as usual
The Superior times. [volume] (Superior, Wis.) 1870-1912, 1897-09-18
Unrest OF Labor a Safety Valve.

Unrest Of labor in a free country i
not dangerous phenomenon, but
rather safety valve. 1t must not be
forgotten, however. that education of
the masses has created new wants. and
that these wants have grown faster than
the means of gratifying them. The
problem should be viewed from both
sides, and only what is reasonable
should obtain. Whenever unlimited
power exists it is usually accompanied
by tyranny, whether of labor or capital.
lAere are labor trusts as well as capital
trusts, and in all the annals of colnhina-
tons there arc no greater illustrations
OF tyranny than the attitude of some
labor organizations toward laborers.
This, however. was the inevitable out
come of organization and of tie great
evolution which Is now going on
throughout the world, under the opcr-
alton OF the great forces that now con-
troll the world, steam, electricity, and
machinery. Under the operation of
these forces the world has been GROWING
richer. All the resources of nature are
being developed. Capital has increased
faster than the opportunities for it's
profitable employment, as is evidenced
by the steadily decreasing returns of
capital or in other words, rate of inter
est. Formerly 1t seemed that comhina-
tons of capital would abrogate cempet-
ition, but experience has shown that
instead Of abrogIting competition it has
elevated that force to higher plane.
Il combination of capital in any line
temporarily eXacts liberal profit, cap
ltal Immediately flows into that channel.
another combination is formed and
competitor ensues on scale and oper-
a:eS with an intensity far beyond any
thing that Is possible on smaller scale.
combination and the decline of profits
10 minimum. 4 recent example of
this Is seen in the competition of two
rlEal cigarette companies, where one
even went so far as to invoke the Grim
lnai machinery of the courts to compel
division of the field of trade which
the other occupied. The only trusts
which have succeeded Tor any length
OF time have been those which have
been conducted on far-Sighted basIs
of moderate margins OF profit. RELYING
upon large turn over, and the econ
onles resulting from the command Of
large capital inteillgentIv administered
The truth of this Is illustrated bv III
Vulnerable failures in trust oruauiza-
tons 10 control prices, recent illnstra
tons Of which are the StrawLnar,l
Trusts. the starch Trust. the Wire Nail
Trust ana HE Steel Trust. There are
trusts >o-calied in nearly every branch
OF business, and there is good and bad
IN all, but the -ood 30 lar pr-d.miuat,s
that such a--'r-eit'"ns Of capital should
he encouraged. accompanied Ly safe
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