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Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-09-28

Pete were hauling together at the
rope. In half minute was by their
side, and our united strength dragged
Colonel Bailey rapidly through the
tunnel. But just as the sherif's head
emerged from under the bluff Oche
sprang from us and running along the
bank of the stream stopped some five
rods away. 1t was hardly strange
that neither Pete nor I thought OF
him as prisoner.
Colonel Bailey got OH his feet and
took step toward Oche. The out
law stood motionless. The sheriff
made another step. The Indian shook
his head, tAen turned and Walked
slowly away, conscious of his perfect
security. He had seen us throw down
our holster pistols on the other side
of the hole, and as an Indian he did
not fear our pursuit on foot.
The sheriff watched Oche until he
has passed bend in the ridge, then
turned and walked toward US in 81
lence. Hating at the wolf-burrow he
bent down andpeeped through it. AS
he did so his trousers were drawn
tight across his hips, and I perceived
the outline of hard object in his rear
pocket. 1t was tue butt OF o derringer
pistol; but I am not the man to criti-
else the colonel. = Til Tilford, in
Youths Companion.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-09-28
1R EDGEFIELD, S. G.. "WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 1898

with her dog or fondling her pony;
while more regal, and eagerly bought,
is the picture Of her majesty in robes
of ermine and rich velvet, with the
Crown jewels adorning her.
The Dutch Government has ordered
home from Java all the jewels in the
Treasury, which have been taken from
the rajahs and native rulers of that
vast island, in order to make for the
young Queen O crown, sceptre and
an orb. Among them are some Of the
most splendid jewels in the world.
The following is the oath taken by
the Queen: 'I swear to the Dutch
people that I will observe and always
maintain the Constitution. I swear
that I will defend and guard with all
my power the Independence and the
territory of the empire, that I will
protect public and private liberty and
the rights of all my subjects, and that
I will use every means confded to me
by the law to foster and uphold the
national and individual well-being, as
good Queen should do. And may
God help me-"
Queen Wilhelmina has been trained
to possess all the qualities of typical
Dutch housewife. As o little girl she
had little house of her own, where
she did all the housework herself.
Her portrait in the national costume
of Dutch housewife, with a linen
coiff over her head, is one of the most
pleasing presentments we have of her.
Many clever OF curious sayings are
attributed to the young Queen. Once
she said: ''I will never marry. Twill
reign alone like Elizabeth of England. !"
Again, when her mother wished her
to go to bed early, she said: 'I will
go out on the balcony and tell the
Dutch people how you ill-treat their
Queen"
From now on the subject Of matri-
mony will be inseparably associated
with the Queen. She is going to marry
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-09-28

sixty-one years ago, when she began
her unequalled reign. All the world
regards with sympathy and interest
fair young queen. She is likely to
prove a better sovereign than q man
would, because she has woman's
goodness and q woman's defences
against the temptations which assail q
king. That is why the young Queen is
q centre of attraction.
Wilhelmina is now fair-haired,
pretty young woman, with o we'll de-
veloped, supple figure. She is essen
TALLY womanly and gentle in manner
and looks.
The Queen has on unusual claim to
the attention of ordinary human be.
ings. She is the only Queen who in
sists on marrying according to the
dictates of her own heart. She has
fercely resisted all the attempts OF
her mother and her Ministers to
choose husband for her.
Last year it was announced she
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-09-28
Il the spolgs as is
ken out oftan
and aft fterSafd
sponge or cotton.
} distance OF an
q. This is then

iinuu e. This is then
covered by il, CT Z ine white sand,
which-has been washed very clean, and
placed in q fine lawn bag. This must
be packed through the top of the
glass, and spread out to fit across by
the aid of long pencil or skever.
On top of the sand must be placed O
layer of animal charcoal which has
been thoroughly washed by putting it
in IN earthen vessel and pouring boil
ing water upon it. The layer should
be at least an inch deep and should be
pressed down upon the layer of sand.
The filter is now ready for use. Water
is poured into the lamp shade and al
lowed to percolate slowly through to
the decanter beneath. After time
the charcoal will be clogged and lit
tie must be taken from the top and
boiled for few minutes and then
spread out before the fire. 1t will
then be as good as ever, and can thus
be cleansed indefinitely. From time
to time, also, the whole apparatus will
want cleansing, and the whole of the
charcoal, as well as the bag of sand
md the cotton wool or sponge, will
have to be taken out and thoroughly
boiled, OF, better still, replaced with
new material.
Provided the filter be thus kept
thoroughly clean, the Herald assures
its readers that it will yield as good
results rs any of the patent filters on
the market costing many times the
value of this simple apparatus.
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ceiS..;; ~. :,iI's@. -: lfi:i : 80. =
1T has been. ..:tsv :: y.ce.1. ::in IL.
young Queen and her 4.si.::i' 20 ii
the "details Of q democratic festtg...
COP "a iior the ateltaiT-9
sment of the masses. The Queen,
when she enters Amsterdam in tri-
.umph, will drive through the poorer
section Of the city as well as through
the finest residential quarter, and
every day for a fortnight she will be
in plain sight of the people both there
and at the Hague. There will be-a
series of popular fetes, with few
special privileges for the aristocratic
classes. The attendance at the in
stallation ceremonies in the church
was limited to two thousand, and the
state dinner is mainly m official and
diplomatic affair, with not more than
$50 guests. There will be single
festival performance at the principal
theatre in Amsterdam, and there may
be o very small court ball ut the palace
at The Hague. Everything will be
done Tor the pleasure or the masses,
and very little for the entertainment
of the privileged classes. The Queen
Regent tand her daughter have assented
readily to arrangements which are in
accord with their quiet tastes and
simple manners. They prefer to
please the many rather than to crafty
the exclusive spirit Of the favored few.
According to present arrangements,
the Queen and her mother are to leave
The Hague, after the celebration of
theieighteenth birthday anniversary.
Arriving at Amsterdam, they will be
metby7the leading citizens and repre-
sentatives of the Government, and, es-
corted by hussars, will drive through
theicity to the palace.
Between the hours of 7 and 8 on the
following morning trumpeters will
arouse the citizens from sleep with
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-09-28
Making Steel Pens.

Pens are made by machines of wen-
derful ingenuity. The steel is cut into
ribbons as wide as the length OF one
pen: these are fed to machines which
eut out the blanks, then fashion, stamp
them, split the points and place the
makers name on the backs. The
pens are now complete save the
annealing, and this forms separate
operation. After being annealed they
are counted and placed in boxes. A
machine has been invented for per.
forming both Of these operations,
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-09-28

pert rs iron workers, ui.>. "a -
weapon shows how we'll the natives g
old patterned their death-dealing ap-
pliances. The handle Of this iron
sword is ornamented with tufts of
hair and fanciful raised designs, in
token, perhaps, of the valuable quail
tiles as hair-raising tool.
A fourth weapon resembles an ex-
aggerated meat cleaver of uningiting
appearance, with shnlp lpenoa edgezon
one; side and a long gpoint on the other,
in solid iron; with long handle.
A Malay creese is the fifth weapon
in the collection. These weapons were
made by the Visayas, Malay tribe
who inhabit the islands to the south
of Luzon. The creeses are rhort
swords of the dagger species, with
exquisitely carved handles and grace
full blades.
In the Colonial museum at Madrid
many other odd relics are preserved,
including idols of the natives. The
principal idol was of the male persua-
sion, the female being lesser deity.
Cast iron cannon and small swivel
guns of the early natives, with their
military uniforms, are also displayed
there. e.-Milwaukee Sentinel.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-09-28

intrigues were the talk of the world.
He frequented the concert halls,
where Jokes were made about his ad-
ventures. He laughed as heartily and
applauded as vigorously as any one.
He had no sense OF shame, no con-
science, no scruples, no domestic
affections. He was standing satire
upon monarchy.
1t was something of disappoint-
ment to tho King when, on August
81, 1880, the heir to his throne proved
to be girl. She was baptized By the
name Of Wilhelmina Helena Pauline
Maria. Tt is doubtful whether the
loyal Netherlanders would to-day ez,
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-09-28
THE WILLOW BOWER.

Iknow bower made Of willow trees,
Low leaning from tho grassy waterslde,
The long leaves dropping in the ripping
stream,
Like lady's fingers trailed in cooling tide.
Within the bower Is never seen the sum-,
Though fercest rays assail its leaty
screen,
And, save for lowing of the distant herd
And tapping waves, the silence is serene.
Herein I st.within my little boat,
Soft-cushioned as in dreams OF weary
men;
And little reck I.that the world without
Is full OF care and strife OF sword and
pen.
With eyelids closed and pillowed cheek Oh
hand,
I dream the happy, idle hours away, Q
Till twilight comes and goes, and night has
come,
And then leave my bower, fain to stay. I
May Belle Willis, in Boston TranscriI !" |
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-09-28
Those Long Names.

The physician had told him the
name of his malady, but he could not
spell or pronounce it ten minutes
later.
"Haye you any idea," hlJ friend in
ouired, chow your doctor makes up
his schedule of charges?"
"No." was the answer. "But I
have an idea it is at the rate Of about
$50 q gyllable.n-Washington stara
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-09-28

The southern boundary of Canada
stretches over fully 1000 miles, along
which southern Ontario has the lati-
tude of central Italy, Manitoba and
Vancouver that of central Germany,
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-09-28
HUMOROUS.

'Do you regard late rising as in
jurious?" 'tIt certainly shortens ones
days."
Judge-Don't let me see you here
again. Prisoner-Where shall I SEQ
you, Judge?
'sMine, miner, minus!' This is
the general upshot of speculation in
mining stock.
Bob-Saw Tom and his awife out
wheeling yesterday. Will-Tandem?
Bob-No; perambulator.
Aunt = Harry, do you love your
baby brother? Harry-What's the
use? He wouldn't know it if did.
A great many girls say ''No," 1T
first; but, like the photographers, tAey
know how to retouch their negatives.
'sWhat's the matter, old man? You
look hot and excited" Gust been
trying to dodge cross-eyed girl on q
bicycle. % !.
He-Poorman says he is convinced
HOW blaI Gue WOflu uOeS 81 AoohSA.
She-Well, he doesn't look as if he'd,
got very much of it yet.
Mamma-Oh dear! Jimmy, I don't
believe you know what it is to be
good. Jimmy-Yes, I do, mamma.
It's not doing what you want to do.
Little Pitcher-I don't think my
papa loves me as much as he loves my
mamma. Mamma says papa tells her
fairy stories. He never tells any to
me.
Clerk-How did you discover that
the man in 35 was Slam, the great
detective? Bell Boyle had to ring
for some one to find the towel for
him.
Husband (angrily, after a somewhat
heated argument with his better hs''ftsN'
DO you take me for q fool? y
tsoothingly)-No, John! But ] lag
be mistaken.
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The Periodical CIcada.

This insect is commonly known as
the seventeen-year-old locust. It
lives seventeen or thirteen years in
the ground over some rootlet which
furnishes it subsistence. When its
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-09-28

dykes, o peacell-

Gun. whole of the pros
porous little kingdom has been busy
for months getting ready for. the time
when the young Queen WilheErniiilss
comes of age and is installed with
every circumstance of regal pomp and
ceremony as sovereign Of the Neither
lands.
Queen Wilhelmina now holds posi-.
tion in the eyes of the world much
like that which Queen Victoria held
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-09-28

In the orange fields of New Zealand
the crop has been, known to net as
high as $1,000 an acre. e.=.-----.-~.-------,.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-09-28
A HOMEMADE FILTER.
It VIII Yield as Good Results as High
Priced Apparatus.

A homemade filter for purifying
drinking water for domestic uses il
described by the New York Herald q.
consisting simply of an ordinary de
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-09-28

canter, lamp glass, such as can be
purchased anywhere for few cents,
by way of funnel, and piece of
sponge or cotton wool. Some people
prefer cotton wool because it can be
thrown away after time and renewed
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-09-28

would marry her cousin, Prince Bern
hard of SaxeWeimar, whom the au-
thorities had selected as suitable.
She refused to gen:. because he
was too ugly ans1 because she did not
love him, Other matches haYe been
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change her for any male royalty in
Europe,
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fortunate man.
Queen Wilhelmina is like sse-
Victoria in that she inherits the throne
after a monarch notorious for his de-
prayity. Yictoria's accession was
separated by only o few years from the
death of George w., the worst de-
bauchee in Europe.
Wilhelmina's father, King William
Ill, who died in 1889, left an un-
savory reputation behind him. His
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cuRlos OF THE PHILIPPINES.
Ancient War Weapons and Idols That
Arc Attracting Much Attention.

Ancient War Weapons and Idols That
Arc Attracting Much Attention.
In the University of Pennsylvania
are curios which are closely allied
with the earlier periods of the Philip
pine Islands. They consist of num-
berof specimens of primitive weapons
and are the only examples of the kind
in the country. The collection, meagre
as it is, has already attracted consid-
erable attention, and the many visitors
attest to the deep interest the people
feel in all that pertains to the new
territory.
The curios are five in number and
were obtained at the Rastrow (rag
fair) at Madrid, Spain, and deposited
in the university museum.
From the saw of the swordfish sim
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-09-28
QUAINT AND CURIOUS.

A map of Jerusalem in Mosaic, over
1900 years old, has been found in Pal
estine.
The age-herald., 1898-05-10
PRAISE FOR DEWEY.
Destruction of inc Spanish Fleet as Complete
 as Any Achievement in Naval Annals.

London May 9.-The comment on the bat tie at Manila as the details come in is in- yariably fattering to Commodore Dewey and the American navy.
 The Times says: "The destruction of the Spanish fleet was complete, as complete as any achievement recorded in naval an- nals, Commodore Dewey showing himself worthy alike of the great traditions of the United States navy and of his kinship with the race that produced Nelson"
 The Standard remarks: Commodore Dewey has evidently taken as his model for dispatch writing that laconic British sailor of famous memory. who reported decisive naval victory thus: Engaged enemy yes- terday. Captured ships as per margin"
 The Daily News says: :Commodore Dew ey's dispatches in their conciseness and modesty are in accordance with the best naval traditions. The battle establishes a record among contests of the kind for one of the combatants destroyed the whole fleet of the other without himself suffering any loss whatever The victors carried the whole job through in thoroughly work man-like manner. It is especially worth noting that the discipline of the American ships is reported to have been perfect for many Spanish authorities and some inde- pendent critics thought this might be a weak point on the American side. The excellence of the American tactics and the superiority of markmanship are likely to be permanent factor in this war; The chief lesson which the battle of Manila en- forces is what everybody knew before, namely, that under modern conditions of warfare no amount of personal bravery can possibly make up a deficiency in weight and large metal"
The age-herald., 1898-05-10
His seNo', Recorded Once

From the Washington Times.
 Bright little punches of repartee often break the lazy monotony of dry legislative proceedings in the house. and not few of them originate with Speaker Reed. The other day yea and nay vote had been taken on some bill or other of comparative unimportance, and the usual recapftulation had been completed when Representative Lorimer arose to expostuIaxe.
 'uv appears that am not recorded" he complained. "I should be; voted No twice."
 "The gentleman from Illinois will be re- corded No once," ordered Speaker Reed. with accent upon "once." and floor and gal leries joined in the laugh.
The age-herald., 1898-05-10
T. C. HEWLETT, - Agenf.
Ouadrennial General Conference of M E
 Church South, Baltimore, Md, 4-Ss, 1898

Baltimore, Md. May 4th, lS98
 On account of the Quadrennial General conference of the M. E. church, south, at Baltimore, Md. may 4th to 18th, 189S the Central of Georgia railway will sell round trip tickets at very low rates via Savan- nah and the e1egants steamers of the Merchants and Miners Transportation company.
 Tickets on sale April 29th and May srd, limited for return to May 31st with priv ilege of extension to June 18th, if depos- tied with agent M. & M T. company, Bal fimore. on or before May 10th.
 Go via Savannah and save money, and enjoy a most pleasant outing.
 For further information, reservation of berths in sleeping cars and on steamers, call on, or address,
 T. c. HALLE, SOLON JACOBS,
 Gen Pass, Agent, Commercial Agt
 Savannah, Ga. 1916 Morris Ave.
The age-herald., 1898-05-10
QuaDRENNlAL CONFERENCE
M. E. Church South, Baltimore, Md.-Reduced
 Rates via Southern Railway

On account of the auadrennial general conference of the Methodist Episconai Church, South. at Baltimore, Md, May fo 2S. lS9S. the Alabama Great Southern ra iI road VIII sell tickets from all points on its line to Baitim9re ana re1Irh sI5 at greatly re- 3 and {. and May 3. 10 and Il. with final limit May H, 1898.
 The schedule 3st s,t1 aoc1Smmoaations asil via the excellent, and parties contemplating sf- tending this meeting. and desiring rates. sleeping car reservations. etc., should com. the Alabama Alabama Great Southern.
The age-herald., 1898-05-10

The officers of the Deutcher Turn Verein have secured as a special feature for their fireworks display Tusday night at Lake View mammoth pictures of Admiral Dewey and Major-General Fitzhugh Lee, which will be displayed in living fire. They are maryels of workmanship and will add greatly to the already unusually brilliant display. o-o-zt.
The age-herald., 1898-05-10
Ch;caro Change

Chicago, May 9.-The most timid fuctuat- ing since the Franc-Prussian war was wit messed in the wheat pit today on the Chi cago board of trade. An advance of 14B was scored to the active option, July. The market reacted only cent from the highest point, July closing strong at s1.20h. May wheat rose to $1.75 and finishe dat the top, net gain of 8 cents. The recent sharp ad- vance in May was insignificant in compar- ison with today's bulge in July. Bids had frequently to be advanced or cents on the execution of a single order.
 Corn oats and provisions all scored ad- yaflces.
The age-herald., 1898-05-10
ouADRENNIAL CONFERENCE M. E. CHURCH
South, Baltimore. Md, May 4-28, 1898-Re-
 duced Rates win A. G. s. R. R.

conference of the Methodist Episcopal church. south, at Baltimore. Md, May to 2S, 1898, the Southern railway will sell tick cts from all points on it's lines to Baltimore and return at greatly reduced rates. Tick cts will be sold May 9, and A. and May g. 10 and Il with final limit May 31, 1S9S
 The schedule accommodations via the Southern railway are most excellent and parties contemplating attending this meet ing and desiring rates sleeping car reserya- tions, etc, should communicate at once with nearest agent of the Southern railway.
 6-2-6f f
The age-herald., 1898-05-10
NOTICE.
War Risk Assumed on Freight, Central of Geor-
 gia Railway Company.

We are in receipt of the following notice from the Merchants and Miners Transpor- tation company, in connection with whom we handle business to and from Baltimore, Philadelphia and contiguous territory:
 Until further notice we beg to advise our patrons and connections that we will as- sume war risks on cargo shipments, with out expense to shippers; and will stamp bills of landing to that effect"
 Commercial agent. SOLON JACOBS. If
The age-herald., 1898-05-10
New York Cotton Market.

New York, May s.-Cotton market feat ures were generally scarce today. The first call here developed quiet and steady mar ket at unchanged prices to an advance of points. Subsequently the market ad- vanced to points, but trading throughout was rather slack. The activity and ex- c1tement in grain diverted attention. The advance was in part due to unsatisfactory crop accounts which led to covering with out increasing investment or speculative buying to any considerable extent. The
The age-herald., 1898-05-10
1898 Bicycles Down to s5. .O0.

New 1898 Model Ladies' and Gents Bi- cycles are now being sold on easy condi- lions as low as s50O others outright at $l3.s5. and high-grade at sls;s5 and $22.5O, to he paid for after received. If you will cut this notice out and send to SEARS, ROEBUCK CO, Chicago, they will send you their 1898 Bicycle Catalogue and full
The age-herald., 1898-05-10
Dry Gooaa.

New York, May 9.-The market for cot tons is less interesting. Aside from the line of goods included in orders of the gov ernment there has been little movement lately. Staple goods are generally qu ct and walk. The print cloth market Is still in a demoralized condition. These are quoted at 1h for regulars, but sellers refuse to accept such bids Odd goods are quiet and generally firm.
The age-herald., 1898-05-10
Financial


 New York, May 9.-The Evening Post s London financial cablegram says:
 The stock markets opened dull, but rapid ly improved. Tomorrow being settling day, much of the covering probably is due to bearish covering. Americans were heavily traded in. The firm price in New York in- dicated realizations here, which the arb- trage dealers rapdly absorbed. Subsequent ly the buying became more general and prices at the best. Operators have appar- ently made up their minds that the war will not interfere with Americans, while the recognized rise in wheat adds to the spending power of the United States. Span- ish As opened at 305s. declined to 29%, but advanced rapidly to 321s on towering by bear speculators in anticipation of the conn., ing stock exchange settlement. Their net gain for the day was 2A points. The ad- vance was assisted by unconfirmed rumors that money was in hand for the payment of the July coupon.
The age-herald., 1898-05-10

any surprises. The war sentiment. has ceased to be a feature. barring some slight accidents. Wall street considers the. little episode with Spain virtually closed and are now discussing and discounting canning events.