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The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

thinks that this is going to satisfy either
nation It is only because she is not we'll
up in the past history of these coun
tries. Italy doesn't see why she should
be counted out in the general deal, SO
after fresh waxing of moustaches two
men OF wa" have set sail for Haiti to see
what SO fierce an aspect can do towards
intniidating that little island into grant
ing Sl2O,0 900 indemnity claimed by the
Italian government. 1t is hard to obliter-
ate characteristics of savage ancestry.
Where they skip generation or two they
are sare 10 be found cropping out later
with increased accentuation.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

New York is wrestling with another
murder mystery. TIE country is not
likely to lack for sensation in this line so
long as there is Il New York and Chi
cago. The present one seems to be some
thing unusually promising 10 the way of
shrewd detective work, and in many re.
spects is similar to the Guldensuppe
murder. The Journals offer of 81, 900
for evidence leading to the arrest and
conviction of the murderer will sharpen
the eagerness of the detective force
This, at first glance, would seem to be a
large reward for what is apparently only
news item, but when one reflects that
twill bring to the Journal columns after
column of reading mater in the way of
supposed clues, etc., and that if the Jour.
nal succeeds in working up high degree
of curiosity and interest in the grew some
subject that it means many extra sub
scribers for the paper. then the reward
becomes after all only shrewd business
transactions which is likely 10 prove n
very good investment.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

NJ. Picquart's experience in the lola
trial gives us some idea what 1T means to
give testimony for the weak side of this
case. BY his testimony NJ. lola is prac
tically sustained in his charges OF con
spiracy to ruin Dreytus, and has con.
victed the government of connlving at the
conspiracy Notwithstanding this fact
1T is more than probable that NJ. Picu.
uart will be dismissed from the army, the
French people acquiesciug. IL is hard to
realize so gross psrversion of justice in
a free republic as the lola trial has
shown, but it is harder still to realize
the stubborn malignity of the French
against Dreyfus and lola in the face of
what they are forced to believe is the
truth. Should a reaction of feeling ever
set in the pendulum is just as likely to
swing as far the other way, and in that
event it would be impossible TO predict
theeffect upon the government. The aver
rage Frenchman is queer combination
of nerves, pig-headedness and emotion.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15
A LITTLE THOUGHT

Will convince you that the best and
safest way TO save money is to speLd it
in real estate.
Ideal cottage, best location, Southwest
Roanoke, very latest architecture, :
roums, steam heat, cabinet mantles, cor.
ner lot, 50xl30 feet, splendid stable,
building almost new, cost So, GOO. to say
nothing OF the lot and outbuildngs.
We now offer the property for $4,000
cash. Call and let us show you n home
that hasn't any objection.
How i, this for an investment? Splen
did sixloom residence, northwest, near
Park street. Newly painted; in fact in
thorough repair Large corner lot. Will
sell for $675-$325 cash, $3.50 in three
years from date with 6 per cent. interest.
Pays over II per cent. on investment.
DO you know of anything better?
Desirable Troom residence copve
n'ently located, on Church street, So 900
$500 cash. balance $50 per month.
Once sold for $1,000.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

1t is sincerely to he hoped that the ru.
NOR that Consul General Lee had re-
signed, is only a rumor. Nothing could
have been more fortunate for this coun.
try than having had General Lee as Con-
sui to Cuba during the period of uneas-
ines5 through which we have been pass
ing. His GOODNESS and conservatism have
won nothing hut praise from every source
regardless of Party. Possibly never be-
fore were there ever larger powers eX-
tended To "a consul than have been vested
in him, since he has had il N his power
at any time during the past six weeks to
plunge two nations in war. Now that the
relations between the United States and
Spain seemed to he strained TO tie last
degree of tension, his Services will be
more needed than they have ever been,
and.for this reason we hope that the news
of his resignation is merely a piece of
newspaper ruuor
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15
Honesty and Virtue.

There is more honesty and virtue
contained in IL bottle of Salvation Oh,
than i'll any other linimcnt known.
"NIrs. a. Fielder, 2SGl ralcthorp St.,
Philadelphia, Pa, confirms this truth:
She found Salvation Oil to he an en-
ccllcnt remedy for rheumatism, stn
joints, bruises, etc. and thinks it
should always be kept i'll The house"
Dnn,t lisInn 10 flAn dnnln,,s n1.lnnnnnIs
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15
Business lot Campbell avenue near

Business lot Campbell avenue near
Market Square ut big bargain
One OF the most desirable lots in
the Lewis Addition, 5000. ~
READ THIS DESCRIPTION CARE
FULLY, for this reason, it is the cheao-
est expensive residence in Roanoke One
OF the best and most convenient homes
on Campbell avenue, south side of street
near Park. Sold in 1899 for 81, 800: we
now offer it for $500 $3.50 cash, balance
in D years. 10 rooms. lovely cabinet
mantles, all modern conveniences 81
Now thinking people, remember, time
does not wait for any OF us; 1895 has al
ready nun bered one month with the
things of the past and to those who are
not anticipating II trip to the klond;ke
it is high time you were making prepaIa-
tion to he more comfortable in the Magic
City. Call to see us. .awT
Groom house, Fourth avenue n. W.
convenient to round house; worth 81, 900.
We are going to sell it to some one for
only $500; 500 cash and $40 per month
the cheapest property in northwest T,
Fest bargain n the West End-speu.
did 1-room house, only Sl,lD0-$50 cash,
$40 per month. !.
Splendid Groom home, Wheat street,
near Brown Bros. store, good stable,
other outdoor buildings. worth $1,000.
We now offer at only 81 200; 5000 cash;
balance $40 per month
Splendid 4-rocm cottage Rorer avenue
s. w. large lot, beautiful! shade good
location. just reduced from $500 to 1928:
$40 cash; balance So per month. 81
we'll built Broom houses. Fourth ave-
nue. n. W.. near Melrose school; worth
81 200: will sell for 800 each; $50 cash $40
The Above is only II partial list OF what
we have to offer; if you have decided to
put your rent money for 1888 into u
home call to see us and we can set any
thing you want in the shape of IA home
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

The incredulous will begin after while
to look with suspicion upon the many
and startling claims of the medical pro.
fession in the way of new discoveries.
This time it Is an anti toxin for pneumo-
mia. If true the discovery will. come as
one of the greatest boons yet offered to
humanity. There are few diseases of the
temperate and north temperate zones
moro dreaded on account of it's fatality
than pneumonia, and should the new
treatment, as it's discoverer claims, prove
to be specific, it would mean the 1ais.
ing Of the average of human life very
greatly,
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

In the announcement of the approach.
ing royal marriage between Princess
Kaiulani and the prince with the un.
speakable name, of Hawaii, the people of
that island are not likely to take so much
interest as they would have lone had
Queen Iilioukalani not been deposed.
This is merely case of "what might
have been" OF course President Dole
will send cards, even Though his recent
visit to this country was too hurried To
permit of a call on the eX.Gueen.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15
CONSUMPTION POSITIVELY CURED

Mr.. r. B. Grecve, merchant. of Chill
,cwie, VA ccrt:ties THAI he had con
sumption, was 2i"en up 10 die, sought ali
medical treatment that money could pro-
ere. tried all cough remedies that he
Could hear of. but got no relief spent
nany nights sitting up in II chair; WAS
indnced To try Dr. Kings New Discov-
'ry ana! was cured by use of two bottles
Cor pas: three years has been attending
u business, and says DR.. Kings New
Discovery is the grandest remedy ever
nn,ic.,s it has done so much for him and
$50 for others IN his community. DR..
Kings New Discovery Is guaranteed for
Coughs, Colds, and Consumption. 1t
i"n't fail Trial bottles free ut Mass;e's
Pharmacy.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

The bill recommended to Congress by
Secretary Gage to consolidate the custom
port of Norfolk, Portsmouth, Newport
News and Cape Charles, and TO make
Newport News the port of entry, is caus.
ing Tarm times in Underwater Virginia.
1t is not unnatural that Norfolk should
look with Indignation on such PROPOSE.
ton, and it is equally natural that New
port News should stick an extra feather
in Its head gear in anticipation of such
an event. Everything seems to point to
Newport News becoming in the near flu
ture one OF the best towns in the State.
If rumor is correct in assigning Messrs
Huntington and ingalls, as the hackers of
this movement, that fact will go long
way to make it reality.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15
NOTICE OF MEETING.

THE eighth annual meeting of the
stockholders OF Fairview Cemetery Com-
paGy will be held over Hunter 81 Co.'S
store, corner Commerce and Salem ave.
nue., in Roanoke, Va, at noon ON March
Z, 1898, for tue election of IL board of di
rectors and for such other business as
may legally come before it.
". L. ANDREWS, Secretary
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

W. K. ANDREWS & CO., 2l0 Salem
avenue, have had years of experience in
the coal and wood business. They know
what is required in the business. They
have the largest and most convenient
yard in the city. They handle every Va
riety of coal sold in the city. They have
more shed room and keep more teams
than any other dealer in the city. They
have polite and accommodating drivers,
and deliver promptly coal and wood.
nice and dry, from their extensive sheds.
Their teams are all belled.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

The whipping post bill was defeated
in the legislature on Saturday by vote
of forty to twenty. Notwithstanding
the Plea for its establishment that
was made by many of our State papers,
we did not believe it possible that such
an atrocty could be revived in Virginia
again. and are heartily glad to see it bur-
led under so large a N ajority.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

the appropriation committee ON fortified.
tions. They see the House bill and raise
it one, making the IL tai amount little
over $4,000 900, Evidently the possibil-
ity of trouble with another country has
caused more minute inspection OF the
weak spots in our coast armor.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

Hundreds of japanese prospectors are
rushing into the illondike regions. At
the present rate that country will soon
have The most highly variegated popula-
ton to be found in any country of the
same area on the face of the earth.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

Desiring to open up new territory soon
we will need more statesmen and collect
crs in all sections of Southwest Virginia.
Apply before February /. STANDARD
iNSTAI.LMENT CO., .2l2 jefferson ST..
Roanoke, Va
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

The sending last week of a $500 check
by M:s. Garfield vile of ex-President
Garfield, to he applied to the Tucker me.
mortal hall Tn be erected Mt Washington
and Lee University, was II graceful trib
ute to the memory of Mr.. Tucker. Back
oil 1t ALL however, wSs the prompting of
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

The business ONCE of The Times closes ut
9 p. IN. After that hour nny business can be
transacted Oh tue third floor of The Times
Building.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

Mr.. f. c. Helbig, IL prominent drug
gist o: Lynchbure, Va, says: Zone of
our citizens was cured Of rheumatism of
two years standing by one bottle of
CHARACTERISTICS Pain Balm" III is linament
is famous fer its cures of ri eumatism;
thousands have been delie hted with the
prompt relief which 1T AT! ords. For sale
bv II. c. Barnes, SHE puts up prescrip-
tions.'
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

WANTED. Upright and faithful gen
tlemen and ladies to travel for response
be established house in Virginia
Monthly 500 90 and expenses. Position
steady Reference. Enclose self
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

England and Germany are still bull
doing China and each has succeeded in
obtaining concessions for railway
through the celestial empire. If China
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

FIFTY HANDS WANTED on Over
alls, Shirts and Drawers. Apply TO the
IN. &; w" HumeMade Overalls and
Shirts. % 81 Salem avenue 8. w. J..
SACHS, Manufacturer. , / I'm
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15
HELP w ANTED.

WANTED-Soher,e energetic young men
and industrious ladies to represent The
American Art CO., Lock Box 444, Fast
Radford, Va. IL Ivy
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

All kinds of talfy fresh made to-day
15c pound. or two pounds 25c, at j. j
CATOGNI'S.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

Vienna and Cream Bread, Rolls, Buns,
Pies, Maccaroons, Lady Fingers, Kisses,
Pound Cake, Angel Food, Lsdy Cake,
Current Cake. Cream Puts, Chocolate
Putfs, etc, at j. j. CATOGNI'S.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

We pride ourselves OIL keeping the
BEST of everything in our line and in
making prompt delivery Look out for
the belled teams. w. X. ANDREWS
& CO., COAL AND WOOD DEAL
"RS. 2t9 Salem avenue
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

OLD PAPERS for sale at The Times
office. Good for putting under carpets.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

Total. 49,. S26, I'D, 932 G2 1904, 59S. 40
ing have heen held by them for many
years. their endowment having been in
vested in them, and the State in 1892
took i'll the bonds aud issued certificates
for their aggregate amount, carrying the
same rate of interest. These certificates
are irredeemable and non trans ferable
Most of The bonds carry per cent. inter
est, while 4 few carry ! per cent. at pres
ent, and will be increased TO per cent in
1909.
The bonds issued under act of Febru-
airy II, 1882, are sometimes called Grid
dlebergers," and sometimes "VirCinia's
3's;" they are dated July i, 1889, and
mature in fifty years, July /, 1882, carry.
ing per cent. interest for the entire pc
riod.
The bonds issued under act of Febru
airy 20, 1892, are called Centuries" be-
cause they run for hundred wears; they
are dated July /, 1891. and mature July
/. 1901, carrying : per cent interest for
the first ten years, and per cent. for
ninety years
The amount outstanding has been
somewhat increased, in 1894 and 1896, by
giving further time in which holders of
old securities can come in and fund
them. The present session of the gene
raj assembly has again extended the time
in which this can be done, and there is
prospect of an addtiona increase of a
small amount. There is no probability
that the amount will ever exceed SiS.-
600 000. -RichmOnd DISPATCH.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15
WAN FED.

WANTED. Mahogany sofa, side
board, dresser, cabinet, desk, tables and
other furniture over fifty years old.
Clawfooted pieces preferred
EDWARD SANFORD, JR,
St..Paul, Mimi,
2l3 set
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15
FOR SALE.

FOR SALE-Thoroughbred buff Co
chin chickens. Address GEO. g. Nc
CAHAN, Roanoke. 9 Is Nv
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15
~ GREAT DEMskD

by young and old are our pure and de-
licious CONNECTIONS. Once tasted they
are thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated
by those who are connoisseurs in rich and
toothsome cOncoctions, and our store is u
Mecca for those who have sweet tooth
to cater TO. Try n box of our chocolates
~ a r-r,a - - a. g ~
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15
nOARDERs WANTED.

BOARDERS WANTED at 31G Camp
bell avenue west. -Four nice rooms, steam
hsnt aud bath. . 10 DC.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

We made our reputation selling Mems
Shoes We intend to keep it. The
MODERN is the newest, and price is
only So
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15

We especially ask that you will see OF
Ladies' ALL LEATHER Genuine III
Shoes, 81 and Sl.25.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15
VIRGINIA'S FINANCES.
To the Editor of the Dispatch:

10 the Editor of the Dispatch:
Please answer in your query colum
the following questions
How much il the public debt of Vir-
GINA, and has it been increased or dimin-
ished during recent years?
What does it consist Of?
What rate of interest does it bear.
What are Vireinia's century bonds, and
when do thew mature?
What are Virginia's 3'ss S.
The debt on which the State is now
paying is as follows;
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1898-02-15
Bonds hell by


Annual
Principal. Interest.
Bonds he'll by
institutions
of learning : 2,4GG, 455.Sj SllG 33l 80
Riddleberger
bonds, act
of February
H. 1889, @
per cent?. G,32S, 1892 ls9. see IS
Century bonds
act of Feb
ruary 20.
1892, q per
cent 49,. 11,919,7l1.45 1891 30
The sun., 1898-03-21
STANDARD OIL FOR PEACE.
Ri" Company viii Fore" Peace ~
This Country and Spain.

WASHINGTON, March 20 The most
,uWtrill Singlr influence for peace is tic
Standard Oil Company. Everything III"
gigantic Rockefeller aSSrrgat on of cnpl-
tai can do t" prevent Spanish war has
BEEN done.
Its efforts have covered almost the en-
tire duration Of the Cuban civil war.
President ChvrIand'> Administration
felt its power, very much as has PIesl-
dent Mckinley. The Standard Oil is
not sentimental. 1t has ~ cnnsidcra-
tion for governmental systems in its
councils. Spain and Cuba are OF interest
to the directors only a> they are sources
of revenue to the corporation they serve
The farce of sending Il>Iiil;urs mixed
with Il ~ul'I quantity ct raw oil has Not
been 50 generally followed. Refined 90,
entire. has gone in bodily at raw ~
rates. There has really been little :" u"
work done at the ''r.iinrrv since 1t
came under Standard OH control.
The same may Dc said "I the Baf'r,m
"r timrv." The~r Iar,- ;,> regards tl'"
fraudulent importation are VII kh'"I
to business men in Cuba.
II Standard oil forces the indc.rn.
drrcr Of Cuba steps will be taken I" con
tinc the virtual monopoly. tnmriln'~
linnS to the Cuban ca l>c VIII IN ni;" e.
Perhaps they have already been made.
But the general policy of Standard ''
j. in ilvurui peace. and its vast 'ni''' 'htr
i, rxrrlrl ON the Administrator III
every possible manner I" prevent II RAP
t,l,r with SPAN.
The sun., 1898-03-21
HAVANA Is NOW
LIKE 4 VOLCANO.
American, Fear Their Lives and In
.Xc
pcct Death on Declarations of
War.

HAVANA, March 2O.-Ilavana l"r
break forth 1T any moment.
There are no riots in the streets. No
direct insults to Americans. only
scowIs and n,lrmurngS whenever an
American passes Il group of volunteers or
nrhcn publi"">. .,
In Spanish restaurants walters Will
bring an Americans dinner II little bit
slower than they will one any c!scs.
spanish officers at the little round tables
will nudge each other and whisper "'ln
\meriraLn,' while they look III y"u
with an expression Of combined pity and
Srnin.
\ rich Cuban. Il conservative man "i
great refinement. whose family are now
in New York and who expects /" return
there himself. sai, today: II asked Il
Spanisl, colonel al tine Union Club last
night whether lIr expected there would
ever ln war brtscch Spain ahd the
United States. No. he replied. 'brca'l>s
the Yankees are afraid to fight. ,.
But | want to tell you. though, tina, il
their t;ovrrnmrn, in Washingt IN ever
does declare war, on the first night the
news reaches Havana we vii rise, ana
beginning with Cen. lnr, We will IT." t."
every American and every rr"ntenl'"d",
this ---and he threw back his head
and drew his thumb across his throat.
.NUu Americans do not realize how Il
Spuna,M can lmndlr knife. When he
storm breaks your heads come off quick.
sir.
That is it. when the storm breaks
i'vrryb"nlv y seems to take 1t i"r granted
it certainly will break, and quickly too
in spite Of all Blanc" and the moderate
Autnnrmi>l> can d" to p"stp"nr II.
The sun., 1898-03-21
BLatCo gGa|uST
TORPEDO FL0T|LLg
Cabled 10 Madrid That the Fleet
Should Not Be Sent.
ISAGASTO WANTS No CONFLICT
Thinks This the Safest Plan if it
Can be Worked Without
Unduly Exciting His People.
HAVANA LIKE 4 VOLCANO
Americans Fear Their Live, aud I;
Spanish Officer Says That il War
is Declared the Spaniaris Will
Pr,cee.i to Massacre All
in Havana.
HAVANA LIKE 4 VOLCANO

MADRID March 2O.-The greatest anx.
iety reigns in Spanish, official and p"llti-
cal quarters regarding the American re-
port ON the Maine disaster.
The publication of the Spanish report
will probably be held back until the
American verdict is learned
The Madrid Goyernme 1t desires to
avert a conflict il it is possible t" do 50
without inperiling the Government it.
self. For while perfect quiet prevails
here the people and press OF Spain are
watching the Sag;lsta Ministry for sign
of weakness in its dealings with the
United States. Any such sign, even if
imaginary. might have dire cnnSr-
uutnctS.
1t is this TACT which lnak's the ~tna-
ton delicate II the United States should
make demand upon Spain for indemnity,
the Prime Minister may be prevented by
the state Of public feeling here from
following the course which is just and
necessary.
Captain-( Banco has gave
proof that he is as anxious for peace as
the Madrid Ministry. lie cablrd IRON
/ havana au\lsIlS t.'c N'o\V'i'i't'" W
postpone the departure OF the SMn'sl
flying squadron of torpedo boats.
/ lie advised that it should not on an!
account proceed further toward the
United States than the Canary Islands
The order to hold the fleet there VA
not. however, sent wholly at GENERA
RIanco's request.
The United States Government made
no official representations on the sub
ject
But Admiral Bcrncjo. the Mlniste
If Marine Secretary of the Navy
wanted the torpedo l,!illa held at TIM
/ Canary Islands until 1t could be jnlnc'
bv the tirst-class arnlored cruiser Infant;
Maria Theresa, Il sister ship t" the
Nizcaya and the Almir;,n,r o!"rnd"
because the torped" vessels and de:'"r
erS started ON such short notice tina
they were not in full var trim.
They ,;erc no, supplied wit adequate
ammunition Holding the fleet hal
way across the Atlantic until the bi!
cruiser OF Spain could join it with IrsI
ammunition and act ;,S escort and pr"
tcctnr was. therefore, probably IT," r'a
reason.
Marshal Blanc" complains that Mad
rid jingo nrwspal crs have hanlrh'
him in mr|rying with the rebel chiefs