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Evening journal., 1898-12-08
ADJUSTMENTS
FAMOUs SHORE AcREs. ?

tAAlOOo o1tOtNE AGNES.
Art for truths sake" is the shib-
bcleth Of the new echool in The drama,
and Il finds a counterpart in the natu-
ralistic movements that are disturbing
the other realms of art expression. Art
should give pleasure because it is true,
not because it is art-that is the prin-
ciple to which the new school pins it's
faith, and of which James A. Herne's
rShore Acres" is perhaps the best dra-
matte demonstration. Shore Acres
Is true from beginning to end, but II IS
truth araisticaliy selected and welded
into one harmonious whole II is the
highest and best expression Of Mr..
Herne's two score years OF experience
on the stage. but as he confesses in a
recent magazine article. 1t was pre-
ceded by a number of failures which,
though on similar principles, were
either too far in advance OF public
taste or We're perhaps faulty in con-
structlon. Margaret Fleming for in
stance, was so radical and plain-spo-
ken an expression of a socinl truth
that Mr. Herne could find no theatre
willing to permit It's performance and
was compelled to hire a hall in Boston
for a series Of representations. He be-
lieves that one day public taste will
approve and even demand "Margaret
Fleming" Meanwhile the public seems
not to weary OF shore Acres" that
ldyllic expression of the beauty OF
the commonplace. a beautiful scenic
production Of this famous comedy
drama will be given at the Opera
House next Saturday night.
Evening journal., 1898-12-08

1t is time to think of Xmas
buying, and on that particular
point we want TO say that you
will find our stock larger and
more varied than ever before,
We invite you to the store and
if you are undecided in regard
to your present it might be
the means of helping you to a
decision.
Evening journal., 1898-12-08
THs RIRBMSN'S HALL

EMBERS NEVER THOUGHT OF
SETTING THE ENGINE OUT
WHEN THE HALL is PAID FOR.
Secretary MeGrory, Of the Lenape
IRE Company, has sent out a plain
Natement of the financial condition of
e company. Mr.. McGrory claims the
& zganization was made by authority of
3ty Council, and before the hall was
Iiilt it cost the city over 5000 per
ar to take care CT the fire apparatus.
hereas since the haa was built only
90 per year has been asked for from
city, and this is not always forth.
ming.
Many citizens have said that as soon
the hail is paid for the fire appa-
bus will be put out in the street. ae
e city owns not a brick in it. Coun
Imam Frank Pagan, who is also
airman of the fire company, said las.
ening that such talk was not worthy
notice, as it would be unwise and
e height Of folly to do such a thing
r. Fagan admitted the company could
y such a thing. but such was not the
tention.
Mr. McGrory said: eve d~-'t PRO
'se to pay the people for the pleas
'e of working for them, nor do we
ant the people to pay us any COM
'nsation as firemen. We have volun-
cred to care for all fire apparatus be-
nging to the city and perform such
her services as may be required oi
but we want the city to pay for the
Hiding necessary to keep such ap.
lratus in"
The fire company is composed. oi
en- who have rendered excellent ser.
ce as volunteer. organization ir
ears that have passed, and are evel
lady to respond at the shortest no.
90
Evening journal., 1898-12-08
BUILDING BOOM ID NEWARK
WEST END RESIDENCES GREAT
LY IMPROVED ~ DELAWARE
/, COLLEGE MATTERS - NEW
I. CENTURY CLUB NOTES.

Special Correspondence Evening Journal
Newark, Dec. THE Junior Order
of American Mechanics. of Newark, is
arranging to give supper tomorrow
evening in Caskey Hall.
The large brick house which Kane &
Griffin have built in. East Newark, for
The Misses Naudain. at present resid-
ing near Newport, is nearly ready for
the occupants. The same contractors
have completed a brick house in the
West End FOR John f. Lewis II was
buf# for Professor Powell and wife
who moved in on THANKSGIVING Day.
Elmer Thompson. also Of West End
has made a great transformation in HE
home. eniarging and beautifying it
This is practically six new houses il
West End, and two in East Newark
within about twelve months.
A social was held at the Preehyter
ian Church on Friday evening. Mrs
Victcr Pyle Of Wilmington who wa
&C have been present. was unable 70 at
tend. en- account Of Illness Mr. ISyl
came IN. hes stead, ana gave come Sc
lections On the flute with organ accom-
Evening journal., 1898-12-08
OFFERS A REWARD.

Chief Engineer George w. Sasse Of
fers a reward of $40 for information as
to who struck the alarm from. auxiliary
box No. 73, at BancrOfts works, on
November q. So far Chief Sasse has
not received any information, but Ban
croft Soma and Company will take
steps to prevent another such occur
renee at their mills.
Evening journal., 1898-12-08
TEAM RUNS AWAY.

A team attached 10 coal wagon be
Ianging to Davis q Co., ran away at
the Baltimore and Ohio Market street
station yesterday. The horses were
caught at Water and shdpley streets by
William Collins and ]. ]. KHnn. No
damage was done.
Evening journal., 1898-12-08
SCHOONER STRIKES A BRIDG

hNNACS-NA-+AN - ANi'N i4-' -
A schooner in tow Of the tug Arctic
on Tuesday ran into Market street
bridge across the Chrsiana. The pier
WAS badly damsged for several feet by
the vessegs bow and 1t is not known
how badly the steamer was damaged
as she proceeded out the river. The
vessels Name was not learned. Work
Of repairing the bridge commenced TO-
day.
Evening journal., 1898-12-08
LIKE TTIE ORIGINAL

Recently while Andrew MitchelPs
|ne Alderney cow was grazing on the
battery E. I. Rogers made a sketch of
he animal without Mr.. Mitchel's
knowledge. Yesterday he was shown
ne sketch and instantly recognized his
ow, but was a little puzzled to know
list when the likeness" was taken.
Evening journal., 1898-12-08
SOCIAL AND PERSONAL NOTES

Mrs. Horace Burr was visitor in
Gown yesterday
/ Thomas Smith is i'll at his home, en-
South Fourth street.
Miss Elizabeth KINNEY is visiting
relatives in Wilmington.
Bishop Morris and Mrs Morris Of
Oregon, Who have heen visiting Mss
Emily Rodney. left for Philadelphia
to-day ana will shortly return to their
Western home.
Evening journal., 1898-12-08
EERsIsTENT CrREs.--The mo

PERSISTENT CURES.-The most
chronic case Of Dyspepsia or Indiges-
tion will succumb to the all-healing
power Of DR.. Won Scan's Pineapple
Tablets. What this wonderful medical
d.ccovery has done for the thousands
q proclaimed hopeless, helpless stem
asA invalids it can do fer YOU. Ons
Tablet vlll relieve ard 'psrs.atence viii
cure. s. cents.-75. Sold by Miller
Drug Company, 402 AIaIket, and N. B
Danforth, Market and Second streets.
Evening journal., 1898-12-08
A RARE BIRD.

While visiting the home Of James
lregg, at the Buttonwoods, a man
ON Wilmington, while walking
trough the marsh at the former place
ssterday, captured a fine specimen
what is known as a crow bill duck.
he fowl is about as large as the COM
on teal duck. and in color a beautiful
ay and white, and its eyes are a fiery
"a The bird was extremely vicious
nd showed fight when anyone went
ear It.
Evening journal., 1898-12-08
A BUILpING SIZE RoUGHr.

A block Of land on East Eighth,
between lombard and Pine streets. be-
longing TO William A. Cox, has been
sold by Hawkins & Co. to James T.
Leach fer about $4,000. Several mod
ern dwellings viii be erected thereon.
Evening journal., 1898-12-08
RETRFAT FOR SOCIALISTS.

"A retreat for socialists began at s..
Pat4ick's Church last night. conducted
BY FAther IIenan, or the Redemp-
torist Fathers. It Will continue until
Sunday night, when it viii close with
the annual celebration Of the sodalfty
Evening journal., 1898-12-08
EAGLE-KING wEpDING.

The wedding Of Edward w. Eagle
ld Miss Mary A. King will take place
lis evening at O'Clock at the resi-
|ence of the brides parents, on South
|ourh street. The bride and groom
ave a large circle OF acquaintances in
lis city, where they have always re-
ded
Evening journal., 1898-12-08
Philadelphia and Chester Steamers
Wilmington & Northern R. R

TlMR-TABLE in effect Nov a2 lsqS
Trains leave Wilmington ucrrurh street
StauonJ. FOR =. a. - Junction. gru-
nogue. Dossari, Chadd Ford Junction.
focopaou, coatcsNiile lud intermediate
stations daily except Sunday tt f2J a.
no., 40. 400 aud 5l0 p. In. Sunday only.
sN 81. u 2lJ and zoo M
For Waynesburg junction. Springfield
and intermediate stations daily, except
sunday, at 20 e. M. 2.l5 and 400 D. m.
sundays only 81 sos e. M. 2.l5 and 400
n. M
For Joanna, Birdsboro. Reading and in-
termedate stations, daily except sun
day at 40 "a. m; and 215 p. m. Sunday
only. 500 a. m. and Is p. m.
A. q. ~ cAuSLAND. superintendent.
BOMNLSS BRIGGS. Gen. Pass. Agt
Evening journal., 1898-12-08

A wealthy and responsible firm guar
antees IFS goods that are advertised.
Who stands sponsor for the substitutes
said 10 be "just as good"
Evening journal., 1898-12-08

The schooner John r Penrose'
from Philadelphia for Brunswick
grounded on the Appoquinimink mats
Delaware river. yesterday and the tugs
starcle and Hunt are endeavorlng TO
feat her
Evening journal., 1898-12-08
TRYH2AIN-ol tray GR AIN-OI

Ask your Grocer to-dL 20 show you
package Of GRAIN-O. the new food
drink that takes the place Of coffee. The
children mny drink it without Injury az
well as the adult. All who try II like IT,
GRAIN-O has that rich seal brown OF
Mocha OF Java, but Il Is made from pure
grains and tho most delicate stomach re-.
ceives it without distress. y the price OF
coffee. ~. and 25cts per package Sold
~ all rrnrnrN
Evening journal., 1898-12-08

Schedule IN effect November 20, 1898
All trains Illuminated with Pintech
I frhf
Rock Island Argus., 1898-04-11
The Coming Woman

Who goes to the club while her hus.
band tends the baby. as we'll as the
good old-fashioned woman who looks
after her home, will both at times
get run down in health. They will
be troubled with loss of appetite,
headaches. sleeplessness, fainting or
dizzy spells. The most wonderful
remedy for these women is Electric
Bitters. Thousands of sufferers
from lame back and weak kidneys
rise up and call it blessed. II is the
medicine for women. Female COM
plants and nervous troubles OF ell
kinds are soon relieved by the use Of
Llectric Bitters. Delicate women
should keep t his remedy on hand to
puild up the system. Only SO cents
per bottle. For sale by Hartz & Ul-
lemever,
Rock Island Argus., 1898-04-11
Literary.

The May number OF the Pail Mall
Magazine will contain the second OF
Cutcliffe Hyne's thrilling stories
of adventure on the Spanish Main,
entitled prince Rupert, the Bucca-
neer." The illustrations to this
series are by Grenville Manton,
whCse pictures accompanying "St.
Ives" all readers of the magazine will
recall with pleasure.
The announcement that Anthony
Hopes novel. Rupert OF Hentzau,"
now running in MeClure's magazine.
is soon to appear in book form 10 an
error. 1t can not so appear until II
has concluded in McClure's, and this
will not be until midsummer at
least. In its serial publication, the
story is now at its most absorbing
stage. For second time, the hero
OF The Prisoner OF Zenda," Rudolf
Rassendyll, finds himself forced to
impersonate Rudolf. the king OF
Ruritania, whom he so closely re-
eembles, and he and his friends
are at the utmost extremity in
their devoted efforts to release
Queen Flavis from her difficulties.
For the comfort Of persons who have
failed to read the preceding chapters.
a full summary Of them is published
with each instalment. and thus it is
possible to begin the story under
standingly at any point.
Rock Island Argus., 1898-04-11
The Origin Of Puppet ShoHs.

The puppet show is such an ancient
institution and has been popular in so
many countries that its origin is quite
obscured by the mists Of antiquity. An
tiquaries with chronological spectacles
have peered into this pristine fog and
discerned connection between the pup
pet show and religious observances.
They have established the fact that dolls
and marionettes are closely related and
even advanced the theory that the shad.
ow puppets used in many lands denote
time when all the people saw of reli.
gious ceremonies was the shadows of the
officiating priests cast upon the walls of
the sacred tent.-Francis ]. Ziegler in
Harper's Magazine.
Rock Island Argus., 1898-04-11
And yet another thus disfgured their
children: Linsco, Lansco and Stun

ADHERING to customary character
istics, the Union is devoting consid-
cradle space to agitation Of the arsen-
al appropriation matter, now that it
is all settled. The Argus admits
for its own part that it ex.
pended much Of its energy at
q time when things here turned
against Rock Island arsenal, and when
its enemies at Washington were in
the saddles. 1t is of little conse.
quence now who succeeded In bring
ing matters to the attention of con-
gressmen in manner to completely
reverse the situation and bring to
this arsenal its dues. The accom-
plished fact Is q source Of common
qualification.
Rock Island Argus., 1898-04-11
SOUTH HEIGHTS HAPPENINGS.

South Heights. April 9.-Mrs. E.
Lewis, OF Geneseo. visited her mother
two days last week.
John Brasher and family visited at
Orion last Sunday.
Z. l.. Silvis has built a new fence
around his premises.
Mrs. B. II. Kimball and Mrs. Ir-
win visited Mrs. Bailey Friday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Runge welcomed
q baby girl to their home last Sun.
day.
Miss Ida Bowen departed Monday
for Glenwood, where she has accepted
position.
Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Will Emip.
boy. April s. They now have two
sons to bless their home.
Miss Klepser returned to her home
at Geneseo after pleasant visit with
her cousin, Lizzie Mannheim.
Rock Island Argus., 1898-04-11

L. S. McCsbe has found the secret
way into the Unions confidence, and
as The ARGUS suspected would be.
it came through the announcement
column. The morning paper accom-
panies Mr. McCabe's own formal dec.
laration Of candidacy for the state
senatorship nomination yesterday
morning. with quite an extended no.
tice Of Mr.. McCabe's virtues. Mr..
McCabe is to be congratulated on the
astuteness employed by him. but his
greatest hardship will be found in
keeping the effect up. for at heart his
Eighteenth street neighbor is com.
mitted to the other fellow.
Rock Island Argus., 1898-04-11
Before You Ride Your vhss,

Be sure you shake into your shoes
Aliens Foot-Ease. powder for the
feet. .t keeps your feet cool and
comfortable, prevents sweating feet,
and makes your endurance ten.fold
greater. Over 100000 wheel peo-
people are using Aliens Foot Ease.
They all praise it. Ladies, insist on
having it. 1t gives rest and comfort
and prevents smarting, hot, swollen.
aching feet. At all druggists and
shoe stores, rs cents. Sample free
by mail. Address, Allen S. Olmsted,
LIE Row, N. Y.
Rock Island Argus., 1898-04-11
Spain's Islsnd Possessions.

As the hour for open hostilities ap-
proaches, probable questions of at
tack and defense assume the supre-
macy. While it is conceded that
Cuba and the waters encircling the
island will be the chief theater Of en-.
gagements, Spain, it should be re-
membered, has other insular possess
sions in various parts of the globe.
These groups Of islands are easily
assailable. The following array will
serve to give an adequate conception
Of the points at which Spain would
be vulnerable:
Island Of Porto Ricc-It las an
area Of $500 square miles and a pop
ulation Of nearly 100000, Of
which three-fifth are white. II is
exceptionally fertile, and has one of
the finest harbors (San Juan Bap-
tista) In the West Indies.
The Canaries-The seven princi-
pal islands cover an area of 1886
square miles and have population
Of 100000. The soil is fertile, sugar,
corn and potatoes being the chief
productions. These islands have
been coveted by England for four
centuries. She could utilize them to
great advantage, as constituting a
station Of one of the routes to India.
The Balearic Isles-They comprise.
approximately, 1900 square miles,
with a population OF $4,000 Ma
Iorca (the largest Of the group has
an annual import trade Of 50, 200, 900.
Its twin (Minorca) boasts of the best
harbor In the Mediterranean. that OF
Port Mahon. Any one OF the great
powers Of Europe would like to own
the Island OF Minorca.
The Philippines-There are over
400 Of these islands, the area of the
largest (Luzon) being 4O,O24 square
miles. Manila the capital, has q
population Of 100000. Most of the
natives are Malays, with large res.
ident Spanish population. Gold
mining is extensively carried ON.
The principal products are hemp,
sugar, coffee, tobacco leaf and in.
digo. In 1894 the total imports were
e2s, ,53O.00O. This will give an ides
OF the value OF these islands.
Turning to the Iberian peninsuls
itself, 1t can be seen that q power
possessing the command of the ses
could subject to bombardment such
cities as Barcelona, Cadiz. Vslencis
Qt Is only three miles island). Ali
csnte. Cartagens, Coruna, San Sc.
bastisn and Santander.
Rock Island Argus., 1898-04-11
Noticed This Before?
You Probably Have and May Have
Spoken About It.

The reader Of this newspaper, il he
takes the time and trouble to look
carefully through its columns, will
probably find hall dozen statements
about medicinal preparations. Note
this fact. In each and every case,
as far ss Rock Island is conc rned !;
as far IS the readers knowledge of
q party is concerned, be might Just
as well live in the moon. Make an.
other note Of this. The Only remedy
on the market which gives testimony
at home, local proof in every town
and city in the union, to back up its
claims, is Doan's Kidney Pills. They
all try it. but they cannot do it. Why
they are unable TO do it can safely be
left with the reader to draw his own
conclusions. HIRE is Rock Island
proof for Rock Island readers:
Albert Littig, Uf 1900 Fifth avenue,
bricklayer and stone mason, SAYS:
"1n the spring Of 1897 1 was taken
with soreness across my back. ]
had every reason to believe it was
brought on from kidney disorder, and
that 1t was further aggravated by
the nature Of my work, as l have to
DO so much in STOPPING position.
saw Doan's Kidney Pills advertised,
and they were recommended to me
by neighbor, SO l sent for box to
Marshall & Fishers drug store and
began taking them. l was really
surprised to see how quickly they
cured my back. 1t is long time
now since l discontinued taking
them and have not had a return Of
the soreness since. so I know exactly
what Doan's Kidney Pills did for me-
l rever fail to recommend them fol
oackache, for l know they are al
represented to be for that com
plant"
Doan's Kidney Pills for sale by al
dealers. Price SO cents. Mailed BY
Foster-Milburn Co.. Buffalo, N. Y
sole agents for the United States
Remember the name Dcan's and tax,
no other.
Rock Island Argus., 1898-04-11
A FAMOUS MULBERRY TREE
Plated by Milton In Christ's College Gar.
dens, Cambridge.

Pl.ated by Milton In Christ's College Gar.
dens, Cambridge.
In the gardens Of Christ's college,
Cambridge. stands a venerable mulberry
tree. which. tradition says, was planted
by Milton during the time when he was
o student at the university. This would
be between the years 1924 and 1882,
for the following copy, from the Latin
Of his entry of admission, accurately
fixes the former date, and his admission
to the degree of NJ. A., to which he pro-
ceeded in the latter year, ended his in.
innate connection with the university:
John Milton. native of London. son
Of John Milton, was initiated in the
elements Of letters under Mr.. Gill, mas
ter of st. Paul's school; was admitted
lesser pensioner Feb. 12, 1924, under
Mr.. Chappell and paid entrance fee,
los" He was then 16 years and 2
months old.
The tree SO intimately associated
with his name is now much decayed,
but in order to preserve it as much as
possible from the ravages of time many
Of the branches have been covered with
sheet lead and are further supported by
stout wooden props, while the trunk has
been buried in a mound of earth. The
luxuriance Of the foliage and the crop
Of fruit which it annually bears are
proof of its vitality, but to insure
against accidents and perpetuate the
tree an offshoot has been planted close
by. In the event of a bough breaking
and falling it is divided with even JUS
tice among the fellows Of the college,
and many pieces arc thus preserved as
mementos Of the poet. 1t was during
his residence at Cambridge that he COM
posed his ode, "On the Morning of
Christ's Nativity" "Lycidas, too, is
intimately connected with Milton's life
at the university, since it was written
in memory Of Edward King, his college
friend and contemporary, with whom
he doubtless shared the same rooms.
In those days students did not, as
now, occupy separate apartments, as
witness the original statutes of the col
lege, "In which chambers our wish is
that the fellows sleep two and two, but
the scholars four and FOUR" in conse-
quence of which much closer intimacy
was formed among them than is now
possible. DR.. Johnson relates that Mil
ton was fogged at Cambridge, but the
fact is doubtful, though there is reason
to suppose that he had differences with
the authorities in the earlier part of his
college career, since he was transferred
from his original tutor. This tree il
still pointed out to visitors and was un.
til recent years especially marked by a
bougb of mistletoe growing upon it
Lloyd's Weekly Newspaper.
Rock Island Argus., 1898-04-11
Puesi Pilesi Pi,esf

Dr.. Williams Indian Pile Oint.
ment will cure blind, bleeding and
itching piles when all other oint-
ments have failed. 1t absorbs the
tumors, allays the itching at once,
acts as q poultice, gives instant re-
lief. DR.. Williams Indian Pile Oint.
ment is prepared only for piles and
itching Of the private parts, and
nothing else. Every box Is war.
ranted. Sold by druggists or sent
BY mail on receipt Of price, so cents
and 81 per box.
WILLIAMS MANUFACTURING Co.,
Proprietors. Cleveland, Ohio.
Sold by NJ. F. Bahnsen. Druggist.
Rock Island Argus., 1898-04-11
When Travelling

Whether on pleasure bent or bust.
ness. take on every trip bottle Of
Syrup Of Figs. rs it acts most pleas
antly and effectuslly on the kidneys,
liver and bowels, preventing fevers,
headaches and other forms Of sick
ness. For sale in 5O-cent bottles by
all leading druggists. Msnufac-
tured BY the California Fig Syrup
company only.
Rock Island Argus., 1898-04-11
40 ieeP (?) Medicine.

There is medicine whose pro.
prietors do not claim to have discov.
cred some hitherto unknown ingred.
lent, or that it is q cure-all. This
honest medicine only claims to cure
certain diseases, and that its ingred.
tents are recognized by the mos!
skilled physicians as being the best
for kidney and bladder diseases. II
is Foley's Kidney Cure. Sold by T.
H. Thomas.
Rock Island Argus., 1898-04-11
THE BEAUTIFUL.


Wrinkled and old are those hands os =!
hers, :
Bard and full Of the seams
OF labor and the years,
Knotted the knuckles
And creased and crinkled
The skin on the backs of them,
Dark veined and large,
With splotches OF brown
Between the drawn tendons,
As if scared by tears,
Thick the nails and blunted,
Rough and with little ridges
Running the length Of them,
Callous the palms
And lacking all pinkness and prettiue.s.
Old are those hands Of hers,
Wrinkled and hard. -
But, oh, what story Of
Infinite tenderness r
And love
Could they tell,
Those hands Of woman
Whose threescore years and ten
Have been passed in doing the good
That women dol
w. J. hampton in New York Sun.
Rock Island Argus., 1898-04-11
BROOKLYN, n. Y, Dec, 10. 1896

Messrs. Ely Bros.:-I have used
Ely's Cream Balm q number Of years
and find It works like q charm. 1t
has cured me Of the most obstinate
case Of cold in the head in less than
48 hours from the time l felt the
cold coming on. would not be
without it. Respectfully yours,
2S3 Hart Street. FRED'K FRIES.
Cream Balm is kept by all drug
gists. Full size SO cents. Trial size
10 cents. We mail it.
ELY Bros 56 Warren street,
N. Y. CITY.