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The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-09
Awful Mine Explosion in Germany.

A fire damp explosion has taken place
in the Frankerholz coal mine, near HON.
burg The bodies of ten men killed and
forty-ive injured miners already have
been extricated. Others of the miners
are still missing. The Homburg refer
red to in this dispatch is a fortified town
of Rhenish Bavaria, six miles north of
DeuX-Ponts
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-09
THE EsTERHAZY LETTERS.
The Count Is Reported to Have Ac-
l<nowIedged Their Authenticity.

Paris, Dec. Mai. Count Ferdinand
Walsh Esterhazv. the retired French
officer who is charged with having writ
ten the letter which led TO the imprison-
ment on Devils island of Alfred Drey-
frs, the former captain of the French ar
til!erv who was convicted by court
martial of selling military secrets to the
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-09
Enthusiastic Over weyIer.

Palma, Island of Majorca, Dec. l.
Gen. Weyler, the former captain general
of Cuba, was banuqetted here, his birth
place, last evening. Great enthusiasm
was manifested
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-09
A 1-Ccnt Rate to SantOne.

San Antonio, Tex. Dec. 1.--(SpeciaL)
The general passenger agents of rail
roads entering San Antonio met here to-
day and agreed to give a 1-cent rate from
ali parts of the state for the race meet
ing which begins here on the 9th Of this
month.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-09
BANK PRESIDENT SUED
For the Sum of S1O4,OOO-Henry
Gardes of New Orleans Is the Man.

New Orleans, Dec. IL. j.. Richards,
receiver for the American National
bank, today filed suit in the United
States court against Henry Gardes,
formerly president of the bank, for S104,-
600, which the receiver alleges in his pc.
tition was drawn from the bank by said
Gardes on demand notes, for sums rang
ing from $1,000 to $4,000 signed by
bankrupt and irresponsible parties.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-09
To wed n chicago Girl.

Chicago. Dec. IA marriage license
was issued today to Henry George. :Ir.,
son of the late Henry George of Now
York, to marry Mari II. Hatch of this
city.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-12-09
RUHLIN DEFEATED RYAN.
Ten-Round Fight Awarded to the
Akron Giant,

New Orleans. In. Dec. 1-Cus Ruh-
lin. the giant henvvwpight Of Akron. o.,
defeated Tut Ryan Of Australia tonight
The Progress. (Shreveport, La.) 1892-1900, 1897-05-29

bled; to which Mr.. Jake d. Levy respond
ed on behalf OF his father, sisters and
aunt, Miss Theresa Bodenheimer, In words
beautifully chosen, returning thanks for
the distinction extended them, for the
heartfelt wishes expressed by SO large, no
brilliant an assembly. Tempting re-
freshments served on beautifully decorat-
ed tables in the spacious banquet hall
were highly enjoyed and long fingered the
guests at the festive board, offering spark
ling champagne many a handsome toast.
In the airy and spacious dancing hall the
hours speed swiftly on, amid witty con-
versation and tripping OF the light fantas-
tic, and most regretfully did the members
young and old see the hour OF parting APP
proach, but adieu had to be hidden and
wishing their friends Goods speed" they
reluctantly parted. Capt. Levy and fam
lily left on Tuesday morning, their imme-
date destination is Carlsbad, where the
Capt. goes for the beneflt of his health,
but thew will also visit other parts OF the
old word. The hearts OF a host Of warm
friends will be with them, will anxiously
await news from them, will fervently
pray for a safe return, and for the reali-
zation of the Capt's. most sanguine hopes
in regard to his health; again we bid
them EAU revoir."
On last Friday night the Opera-house
was filled to its utmost capacity, by re-
fined, intellectual, appreciative audience,
come to witness the Closing Exercises oil
the High School, the graduation OF the
class of ,g7 The honors OF Salutatorian
was conferred upon Master Gabe M. Load
| man nj the Junior class, and most ably
did he acouit himself; his address was
finely worded, distinctly rendered and
most correctly intonated, and the repeat
ed applause and the many handsome
: floral offerings were deservedly bestowed
The Progress. (Shreveport, La.) 1892-1900, 1897-05-29

at home; an appetizing luncheon awaited
them in the lofty banquet hall, which |
was highly enjoyed and many eloquent
toasts were offered and responded to, |
while the Mandoline Club discoursed
sweet music; a ride around the city was
next in order, after which, at 1880 o'clock
the members of the local press escorted
their guests, who, one and all expressed
their delight at the hospitality shown
them, to the sleepers, ready to convey
them to Port Arthur, their destination.
Cordial were the shaking of hands, warm
farewells and hopes for future meetings
were mutually expressed and loud
"Cheers" and fervent "God speed" fol-
lowed the going-out train.
On Monday night the Columbia Club
presented a lovely spectacle, illuminated
from cellar to dome by innumerable cleo
trio and gas jets, it's lovely halls filled
with handsome maidens and gallant
| beaux. stately matrons and noble men, in
gala attire, melodious strains resembling
through the lofty edifice, gay laughter
and musical voices being in winsom with
/ the soft melodies discoursed by the ele-
CANT string band; the occasion being a
grand reception, rendered Capt. Simon
Levy, Jr., founder and President OF the
Club, and his family, on the evening OF
their departure for Europe, by the mem :
bers of the Club, in grateful acknowledge
ment OF their love and esteem. 1t was an
ovation long to be remembered in the an
nails of the Club, one OF the most enioya
BILE and brilliant entertainments eve
taken place in our city. At the sugges
ton of Mr.. w. B. Ogffvie, Mr.. e.
Randolph addressed Capt. Levy and fam
, ily as representative Of the Clubs mem
bers, expressing in his usual happy man
q ner the good wishes for a pleasant, sal
Journey, the hopes for happy re.unio
! In the fall, OF all the guests there assem-
The Progress. (Shreveport, La.) 1892-1900, 1897-05-29

Little Miss Penelope g. Moreland, who
for some time past has brought sunshine
to the Ward family by her sweet presence,
will shortly return to her parents at Fort
Worth. Tex. and will indeed be missed by
the entire household.
Mesdames. Anna Elstner and A. j. Nc
Dowell, are at Lake Charles enjoying
visi. to the family of Mr.. Joe Elstner.
Miss Julia Rogers has recovered from
quite severe illness, she is at Paramount,
Tex.
Ruston, La.
Mr.. and Mrs. VIM. Pope have.eni Dyed a
visit to Mrs. Raphael, at Campte and have
returned home. ~
Mr.. J. L. Fletcher. and family, of Match
itoches, have arrived at our port, where
they intend making their home; we ex-
tend them hearty welcome.
Down at the bayou, near the ice house, a
large assembly had gathered together on
Sunday morning last, to witness the cere-
mony of baptism; and the banks enllven-
ed by hundreds of voices, presented
picturesque scene indeed, every color
every age, every station in life beng rep
resented among the spectators. The cere
about fifteen candidates being immersed
ell shouting with happiness and Joy. In'
crowd was very serious and attentive ane
quietly expressed. "Amen," couia %
heard quite often during the Pauses OF TN
Preachers remarks; we missed howeVe
the singing usually heard at public pap
The Progress. (Shreveport, La.) 1892-1900, 1897-05-29
tism, although the omission made the
ceremony more solemn.

more solemn.
Quite an ovation was rendered the
Southwest Missouri Press Association
during their short stay with US on Mon
day last. A large number OF our rePresen
tative citizens, the mayor, city council,
police Jury and all the members OF the
local press awaited their arrival at the
depot: the society addresses provided
themselves with large bouquets OF rag
,ant blossoms, which, after greeting the
visitors, they distributed freely among
the ladies of the party, while the gentle
men were adorned with the costumary
button hole bouquet; the members OF the
local press were recognizably by req
pomeranate blossom worn on their coats
or dresses. Carriages had been PROVIDED
for the ladies, ara thus, headed by brass
band playing lively march, the ladies
in thei. carriages, the gentlemen a-foot,
the procession reached the Opera-house,
which was crowded by an attentive audi
ence. the boxes having been reserved for
the ladies of the party and the editresses'
while the different officers and commit
tees took their seats on the stage After
few and well-chosen remarks by Mr.. c.
D. Hicks, chairman Of the committee tna'
gentleman introduced the speaker OF the
day. Hon. E. H. Randolph, who rendered
the words of "Welcome," in language
beautifully expressive; after which, the
retiring President OF the Missouri Asso
citation, Mr.. T. R. Bowles, introduced Mr
IT. Barbee, the newly elected President
who responded to Mr.. Randolph's "Wel
come" in words coming from the heart
entering into the hearts OF his hearers
At the Columbia Club, reception na'
been prepared and thither the deiegatiol
wended it's way, there committees OF TN
Club members greeted them cordial,
and in everyway tried to make them lex
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-11-02
ART LEAGUE.
Will Give Various Entertain
mentS at Their Hall

Will Give Various Entertain.
ments at Their Hall.
Following is the course of regular
exhibitions and entertainments to be
given under the auspices of the Drama
tic Literary, Musical and Pictorial cir
cles of the Kuohana Art League, be-
ginning with November, 1897, and end
ing with October, 1898:
Semi-annual Autumn Exhibition
given by entire Pictorial Circle, opens
with the first view reception evening,
November 18th, 1897.
Exhibition Entertainment, talk by
Mr. Hitchcock, November 25th, 1897.
Play-Mrs. Walbridge, during 1st
week in January, 1898.
Literary-Mrs. Frear, Mrs. Day, Mrs.
Castle and Mr. Armstrong, during 3rd
week in February, 1898.
Musical-Mrs Tucker, Miss Clymer
and Professor Berger, during 1st week
in April, 1898.
Semi-annual Spring Exhibition,
given by the entire Pictorial Circle,
opens with the first view reception
evening, during 3rd week in May, 1898.
Exhibition Entertainment = Mrs.
Graham, during 4th week in May, 1898.
Play-Dr. Nichols, during 3rd week
in July, 1898.
Literary-Mrs. Frear, Mrs. Day, Mrs.
Castle and Mr.. Armstrong, during I'd
week in September, 1898.
Musical-Mrs Tucker, Miss Clymer
and Professor Berger, during last
week in October, 1898.
From time to time, entertainments
may be given at the desire of the
league
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-11-02
MISS JENNINGS.
Work of a Clever Correspondent
for a Great Chicago Paper.

for Great Chicago Paper.
Miss Jennings, the newspaper cor
respondent who spent several months
on the Islands looking into the condi-
ton of affairs, left for San Francisco
on the Coptic, Saturday.
Ina conversation with her just before
departure, Miss Jennings said: Il
have looked carefully into various mat
ters on the Islands and l have be-
come convinced that annexation is
what you want. | have endeavored
and shall continue to endeavor in my
articles, to represent Hawaii as [ have
found her, showing all the advantages
and the Disadvantages in order that the
people of the United States who read
the papers for which | am correspond
ent, may gain clear idea of what
there is and what there is not here. y
Among the things which Miss Jen-
nings did while here was to make a
collection of photograph types of Ha-
Waiian women which she will have
printed in one of the American maya
zines along with an article on Hawaii.
While here she made many friends
both among the foreign and native
people. Miss Jennings represented
here the Chicago Times-Herald.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-11-02
COFFEE KLONDIKE.
Prospective Rush for Maui Lands.
A Rare Chance.

Prospective Rush for Maui Lands.
A Rare Chance.
Quite a rush for lands in Nahiku,
Maui, is anticipated by Commissioner
Brown. Agent Aiken makes an inter-
esting report. He has received any
number of inquiries from men who
expect to engage in the cultivation Of
coffee. The stracts to go under the
act will be 100 acres each. These lots
are cut from whole piece of 5000 to
1000 acres. Nearly every fooa of the
land is suitable for coffee. Mr.. Aiken
writes that he has heard of people who
intend to come many miles and camp
in the vicinity. In the entries and
distribution it will be first come, first
served" The anxiety for these lands
bears out the oft repeated statement
of Mr.. Brown concerning the nature
of much unoccupied domain on Maui.
The land will be opened November s.
Within six weeks or two months
very large tract of land in the North
Hilo district (not near Hilo town. will
be thrown open for entry and settle
ment There are between $4,000 and
10000 acres. The size of the lots has
not yet been determined upon. They
will probably not be very large, but
with the privilege of taking two or
three, instead of one, as on Maui at
this time. Commissioner Brown ex-
poets that this land, called Maulua,
will be put in cane. There will be a
chance for a new mill or sale may be
effected by cultivators to the mills now
in OperatiOn
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-11-02
SPECIAL BUSINESS ITEMS.
IF YOU BUY A SINGER

IF YOU BUY A SINGER,
You will receive careful instruction
from a competent teacher at your
home.
You can obtain necessary accessories
direct from the company's Offices.
You will get prompt attention in any
part of the world, as our offices are ev-
erywhere and we give careful attention
to all customers, no matter where the
machine may have been purchased.
You will be dealing with the leading
company in the sewing machine busi-
ness, having an unequalled experience
and an unrivalled reputation - the
strongest guarantee Of excellence.
Sold on easy payments. Repairing
done. B. BERGERSEN, Agent.
16h Bethel Street, Honolulu.
The City Carriage Company possess
only f1rst-class hacks and employ only
careful, steady drivers.
Carriages at all hours.
Telephone 113.
JOHN S. ANDRADE
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-11-02
Paul VOeller.

Paul Voeller, the young grocer Of
this city in San Francisco for medical
treatment, is getting much better. Up
on his arrival there he was almost en-
tirely blind. He had been but a
short time in one of the leading
hospitals when his sight was recover
ed and the swelling of his face had al
most entirely disappeared. Mr.. Voel-
ler is well liked here and his illness,
just after starting in business at Fort
and Hotel was a great misfortune.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-11-02
Like Honolulu.

The bicycle riders from the Coast,
their manager and others enjoyed the
hospitality of w. G. Weldon at his
home, Punahou, at dinner last even
ins. They were very warm in their
appreciation OF the kindness extended
to them, and say that Honlulu is just
the place for them. They do not feel
like going away. Those who enjoyed
the turkey dinner were the following:
C. S. Desky, R. L. Conkling, Allan
Jones, G. Sharrick, D. E. Whitman, F.
S. Peachy.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-11-02
Will Remain at Home.

The men proposed by the native
Hawaiians as fit to be sent to Washing
ton as delegates to represent them in
their protest against annexation to the
United States seem to be backing out
for various reasons. John Mahiai has
withdrawn and David Kawananakoa
states that on account of business con-
nected with the estate of his aunt, the
Queen Dowager Kapiolani. he finds 1t
impossible to go to Washington as one
of the delegates.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-11-02
LIVE ORGANIZATION.
New Y. NJ. G.. A Members.
Moneys Received.

A meeting of the directors Of the
Y. M. G. a. was held in the association
hall last night. Twelve young men
were admitted to full membership.
Secretary Coleman read his report
on the work of the association showing
the improvements made. in the gymna-
sium. The sum of s20S.45 was received
The reading room has been well at
tended. Good meetings have been held
at the prison. Steps have been taken
TO have religious meetings among the
sailors.
The treasurer's report showed
81, 1923 received during the past fOul
months and S1,72616 disbursed.
The association has had to pay $3.50
in delinquent taxes. There is a great
deal OF complaint by the officers Of the
Y. NJ. c. A. on this score. They state
that in America, unless the building
| occupied by a Y. NJ c. A. is rented
no taxes are ever set on the place.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-11-02
A Mans Reputation.

1t was published yesterday that r.
ton for investigation in connection
with handling money for DR.. Wayson.
This is incorrect. DR.. Wayson says
Mr.. Root has always been entirely
honest and faithful Besides, Mr.. Root
has always had a good reputation in
Honolulu.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-11-02
Pau Afternoon Races.

The management Of Cyclomere Park
has decided to have no more afternoon
meets at the track They do not wish
in any way to interfere with football
and the others sports that are now
booming along and intend in every
way to patronize these.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-11-02
No Law.

THE States attorneys were unable to
find any law to warrant prosecution of
the three Portuguese dairy employees
charged with watering milk While
Captain Bowers had secured evidence
of the case he presented the authorities
found nothing could be done unless
there was testimony of sale or attempt
ed sale of the diluted milk. The men
were liberated.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-11-02
Out for Himself.

Will Chamberlain, popular Homo
lulu boy, is now in business for him
silf. with a desk in w. o. Smiths office
on Fort street. Mr.. Chamberlain is
keeping books and handling accounts.
He is agent for McDougall's schooner
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-11-02
A Bit OF Ancient History.

"The people of the United States are
seriously contemplating railroad to
Oregon: but it will undoubtedly ter
inmate at San Francisco. Magnetic
Telegraph next"-The Friend, Novem-
her 1S4S.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-11-02
Traffic Record.

1t is learned that traffic on the o..
R. & L. for the months Of July, August
and September was the best of any
quarter during the history of the road.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-11-02
PRICE FIVE CENTS.

Norma. Mr.. Chamberlain has an es-
tablished record as an active young
man in business matters entrusted to
his care
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-11-02

The children of the Emma Hall Kin
dergartens enjoyed a concert by the
band few days ago.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-11-02

and most unusual circumstances that
everything should be learned that il
was possible to ascertain.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-31

duties from reciprocal standpoint.
This will probably afford some basis
for reciprocal arrangements with South
American countries.
AS a further protection to our beet
sugar interests section five provides
that when any country shall pay boun-
ties on the expectation of any com
modify that bounty shall be added to
the duty imposed by the Dingley law.
This is aimed at the beet sugar bounty
systems of Germany and France.
While the scope of the reciprocity
features is not as broad in some re-
spects as under the Mckinley law with
free sugar and hides, nevertheless it is
believed that as much advantage, gem
orally speaking, will come from it,
though it may not be possible to fully
restore the favorable conditions that
existed with respect to Cuba and South
and Central American countries prior
to the enactment of the Wilson law.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-31
Provisions for Reciprocity.

Most people know in a general way
that the new tariff bill provides for
some sort of reciprocity but just what
and how Is not it may be presumed,
clearly understood by the majority
The provisions give into the hands Of
the President and the Senate the
treaty making power, considerable
degree of control over the revenue, but
whether a Democratic Senate AMI
President might be able thereby to
affect the duties to an extent detri-
mental to the revenue policy of the
House is a question some have limited
at but no one seems to apprehend any
mischief likely to arise from it, for the
act specifies that the treaty must be
made within two years from the pass
age of this law. Under the Mckinley
law the President could, if he deemed
the duties levied upon American ar
ticles by any country unrea-
sonable. place certain articles
tea and coffee, molasses and sugar,
which according to the law were on
the free list. on the dutiable list Now
the President and Senate by treaty
with another country may remove from
any import one-f fifth or less of the duty
to which it is liable under the law.
This removal holds good for only five
years. Then there are specified articles
on which the President may lower the
duty. a rate specified in the law if the
country with which the agreement is
made will give reciprocal advantages
In this way a reduction may be made
in favor of certain articles which
France sends to this country, such for
instance as certain Wines brandy and
other Spirits. argols, wine res, crude
tartar. paintings. drawings and statu-
airy. The President is empowered ia
suspend from the free list coffee. tea
tonka and vanilla beans coming from
any country that imposes unreasonable