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The Camden chronicle. (Camden, Tenn.) 1890-current, 1898-01-07
ANNouNcE1 cANDL1ATEa


q E CAMP.
NoeII tueH.tou..un 81 ourroaI-
era rs tho announcement of 3. n.
Camp .1 ha found elsewhere iuthis
issue a0 Tu Cuu0Mur "Tom
Camp is well and fayombIy known
tathepeoplaoi Benton Counlr.md
hiareeold as au officer ia before lhe
people Ho has il'ed Che office ot
trustee with hoHors TO himself and
credit 90 those who elected him To
The position Be has made an ef-
hcient and accommodating officer.
his settlements with tine county and
State officers have been satisfactory
iu every respect, and his accounts
ARE sgid TO be aIl right. Mr. Camp
c1ute1usly asks the yolcrs of the
county that he be permitted tosuc-
coed himsalito the Office of trustee.
He is not only am upright citizen,
lut me IS O sound Democrat. and is
.G.ways re0dyaudw willing TO promote
the best interests Of his party. and
we commend his claims 10 the con-
sioeratiouoi thepary attheAlarch
primaries
u. &. FEY.
I'm another column of this issue
.ot Iu CHRONICLE viii be found
the announcement of IL E. Fry as
a candidate for election 70 the Office
of sheriff of Benton County. sub
iec. 90 the action of the Democratic
party 1-r Fry is'at present con-
stable of this Cthe Gfth) district.
having served IN thnt capacity one
term of Office, and is fully compe-
tent 10 discharge the duties of the
Office 10 which henow aspires. He
is a good business man, and well
qualified nthis way tofill the Office
of sheriff. Mr. Fry has made a
fearless officer as constable, and as
school director be was ever watch
ful of all interests connected with
that Office, and his public record
will bear the scrutiny of the voters
of the county, and he has a host of
friends who recognize his merits.
He is a Democrat, tried and true,
and submits his claims to the ac-
tion Of the Democratic party.
d, yr- Drrr.r7
Iheaboyenamed gentleman, who
is well and favorably known to the
people of this county, announces
himself in this issue Of THE CHRoN-
| IIcLE as a candidate for the Office of
circuit court clerk, subject to the
action Of the Democratic party.
Mr. Cuff has filed the Office of SUI
Iperintendent Of public instruction
/ fer Benton County, and he made an
efficient and accommodating officer.
He is kind and courteous, and he is
well qualified to discharge the du-
ties ofthe Office to which he easpires;
he has the good will and esteem Of
all who know him. and his reputa-
ton as q self-made man commends
Ihis claims TO the consideration Of
| the voters of the county. He halls
from that Gibralta Of Democracy.
the tenth district. and is q dyed-in-
tbe-wool Democrat. and he has a
bostof friends who will endorse his
claims at the primaries
THE greatest liyinn statesman.
William b. Gladstone. was eighty
eight wears of ace December 29.
For the first time in his long and
The Camden chronicle. (Camden, Tenn.) 1890-current, 1898-01-07

THE contraction Of the currency
for the year ending December 81
is said to be about 100000. But
this is infnitesimal lwhen compared
with the results of the scheme of
Secretary Gage, should it be adopt
ed by Congress, which suggests a
contraction Of $800,000,000. Fortu-
nately Congress is not taking to his
Missionary scheme earnestly.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
Excelsior Etchings.

Cotton planting on move this week.
We had cold wave last week and
plenty Of frost. Early gardeners have
been set back little while. Some
saved their little vegetation by cover
ing.
The grain in this section still promis-
ing.
Miss May Lee Barre, Of Prosperity,
has been on visit to the Misses Mates
Mr.. Clinton Shealy and sister, Miss
Lora, OF Saluda section, visited in this
community last week.
The public roads in this community
were all worked last week.
Mr.. Radclitf, tho Columbia photog-
rapher who has been in Prosperity
making pictures, came down last week
and made picture of our school un-
der direction of our teach cr Prof. J. S.
Wheeler. Mr.. Radcliff is first class
artist an we are expecting to see some
nice pictu. es.
The service in the school house on
first Sunday afternoon has been changed
from o'clock to o'clock p. m, as the
days are much longer.
Our people are hoping for peace and
not any war. We don't see where war
will benefit anyone.
Mr.. Ira Mates, Of Ncwberry college,
spent Easter at his home in this section.
Mr.. j. Willie Kinrd, of Columbia,
came up home to spend Easter with his
mothers family.
Was sorry to learn OF the sad death
Of Mr.. Loander Long. His remains
was laid to rest in tho burying ground
at ST. Paul's church Sun lay afternoon
Peace to his ashes.
Was not surprised to see an interest
ing account Of DR.. S. II. Hallman's visit
to Charlotte N. c., in Fridays Herald
and News. DR.. Hallman is an able
speaker and knows how to entertain an
audience and make visit pleasant.
Mr.. Ezra Counts accompanied by
Misses Matte Counts and Marie Domi-
nick spent Easter with Mr.. j. A. ri.
kard's family in Long Lane section.
SIGNOR.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

opened last year CROSSES 1t. The coun-
ty chain gang Is doing the work.
Divine services will be held here
Friday mor 1T ii O'clock. On Sat
urday the church will be decorated for
Sunday, whom Easter services will be
held.
New literature has been introduced
IN the Sunday-school. ..
Thereswas social meeting OF the
League ut Mira. Lucy Boozer's Friday
night.
Some OF our young people will attend
the Central League meeting ut st.
Paul's the 10th.
Mr.. John J. Domlnick Is homo from
the Charleston Medical Colleges
The infant child of MIR. l.. A. Boozer
was buried here Sunday afternoon.
Nora, little girl of Mr.. J. Wesley
Boozer, got one Of her arms painfully
hurt recently.
1t rained enough here Monday night
to stop plowing for several days.
1s all quiet along Cannon's Creek?
w.
April 6. 1898.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
Items from Maybinton.

Miss Elmira Oxner has returned
home after IN extended visit to her sis
ter. Mrs. J. G.. Halle, of Joncsville.
Mr.. J. G. Halle of Jonesville visited
at Mrs. OXner's last week. Miss Sallie
Oxner accompanied him home.
Mr.. jim Henderson is at Newberry
at the bedside of his little son, Charlie,
who is very Ill at his unclc's. Mr.. Wal
ter Hodges.
Mr.. George Epps and sister, Miss
Lucy, also Miss Pearl Goodlct, all of
Beth Eden, visited at Mr.. J. D. Epps'
not long since.
The recent cold weather has killed
the peaches and plums, but guess we
will have plenty of blackberries. The
early gardens and flowers have been
damaged by the cold, too.
DR.. Cannon and wife, OF Arkansas
visited at Mr.. Jim Kitchens recently
Mr.. j. ID. Epps spent several days
this week in Marion attending to his
office.
Mr.. Bill Beatty visited his mother
ncar Coldwcll last week.
Mr.. Blanton preached another one o.
his fine sermons to q large congrega
tion at the Baptist church on the frs
Sunday afternoon in April.
+ "Fairy Bell"
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
81. Lulto's.

Well, Mr.. Editor, III try my hand at
giving you the news from St. Lnllc's,
but I'll not promise to send q letter for
every issue Of The Herald and News,
or even every week.
A new postofTce has been established
at DR.. w. e. Lakes, No. 8 Township,
several miles southwest of here. The
postoflice department has established u
mail route from Utopia to Julia, (the
name OF the new ohice) but this is not
satisfactory to those interested, they
wishing to have connection with tho
St. Lul1e's daily mail. Unless this is
granted the Office may not be opened
up.
Mr.. Geo. l.. Hawkins, who lives some
distance from his business interests at
ST. Lakes and Prosperity, bought fast
travelling horse some time ago. Hc
lives about two and onc-half miles from
| ST. Lultc's and about seven from Pros
perity. a good many days he goes to
both places, lat if he "puts on full
head OF steam" he doesn't spend much
| time on the road. Mr.. Hawkins Is IL
| good business man and citizen, well-to-
do and liberal, lending helping hand
to aid every good cause in the com
munity, and IL quite IN acquisition to
St. Lukc's. After having been com
morcial traveller for numhcr OF years,
he has settled down ut the old home
| stcad-and we hone to stay
The Big Creek school closed Friday,
and Mr.. Abrams has returned to his
home. He will be with us again next
summer about two months. He has
made many friends during his stay in
our midst, whose best wishes follow
him.
Mr.. II. B. Domnick's g school in Lex
ington county has closed, and he is OF
his native heath again.
! A bridge Is being built across Tim
othy Creek where tho new public roat
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
April 6. 1898.

Americans are the most inventive
people on earth. 70 them have been
Issued nearly GOO 600 patents, or more
than One.third nf all the patents issued
In the world. M discovery of modern
years has been Of greater benefit TO
mankind than Chnmherlain's Collie,
Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. or has
done more to relieve pain and suffering.
}. w. NougD, Of Oakton, Ky, aaya: ~
have used Chamberlnin's Collie, Cholera
and Diarrbma Remedy in my family
for several years, and find 1t to be the
best medicine ever used for cramps In
the stomach and bowels. For sale by
w. Il. Pelham.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

Rates on tho son hern for Special OccasIous
The Southern Railway Company will
sell round trip tickets from Newberry
for the following OCCASIONS:
Grand Lodge knights of Honor of
South Carolina, at Columbia, s. c.,
April 20-22d, 1926. Tickets on sale
April l9-20th, final limit April 23d.
Grand Lodge Independent Order Odd
Fellows, Charleston, May 1912. Fare
from Newberry for round trip, $50.
Tickets on sale May 9, 10, II, with final
limit May IL.
Commencement Claflin University,
Orangeburg, April 21-29. Fare from
Newberry for round trip, 81. 90. Tickets
on sale April 1926, with final limit
April 30.
Annual Meeting Junior Order U nited
American Mechanics, at Clifton, S. c.,
April 19-25th, 1926. Tickets on sale
April 17-19th, final limit April Goth.
South Carolina State Sunday-school
Convention, at Georgetown, S. c., May
17-l9th, $3.50. Tickets on sale May
l5-l7th, final limit May 2lst.
Quadrcnnial General Conference nj.
f.. Church, South, at Baltimore, Md,
May 4-28th, tirst-class all rail via Wash
ington, Si7.30; tirst-class via Norfork
and Chesapeake Bay Steamers, S14.3O.
For further information concerning
these rates, call on Agent j. A. Burton.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
Bakers Case Continued.

On the assembling Of the court this
(Friday) morning at $50 o'clock, after
the outside OF our paper had gone to
press, consultation Of the attorneys
on both sides were held, and His Honor
Judge Benet, ordered q continuance of
the cases Of DeVillius Baker and Sim
Taylor, connected with the Pomaria
robberies. Baker was granted bond in
the sun of $500, with not less than two
and not more than five eurities-to be
approved by Clerk of Court. Bond
was granted Sim Taylor in sum of
5000. .,,.. ....
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

Two years ago r. j. Warren, a drug
gist at Pleasant Brook, n. Y, boughta a
small supply of Chamberl aims Cough
Remedy. He sums up the result IA
follows: "At that time the goods were
unknown in this section; today Cham
berlain's Cough Remedy Is household
word" 1t ia the same In hundreds Of
communities. Wherever the good
qualities OF Chamberlain's Cough Rem
edy become known tho people will
have nothing else. For sale by w. l..
Pelham.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

Mrs. A. Inveen, residing at 72O Henry
St., Alton, ILL.,, suffered with sciatic
rheumatism for over eight months.
Size doctored for it nearly The whole OF
this time, using various remedies
recommended by friends, aud was
treated by the physicians, bnt received
no relief. She then used one and a
half bottles Of Chamberlain's Pain
Balm, which effected complete cure.
This is Published at her request as she
wants others similarly afflicted to know
what cured her. The 25 and so cent
sizes for sale by w. T.. Pelham.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
Do YOU LIKE GOOD COFFEE?

If so, buy the "Blue Ribbon"
brand. This is an excellent brand
of Moca and Java, and will 90 twice
as far as cheap coffee.
If you will only try this brand you
will quit using cheap and poor coffee
In it you will find both quality and
economy. Sold by
S. B. JONES, Sole Agent
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
No Reductions

BY other Houses will ever un-
dorsell or reach the level of Our
Low Prices.
We Underbuy
and Undcrscll them ALL
NO EXCEPTIONS.
Whether You
Are offered goods at ost or at
half price, como to the Bee Hive
of bargains and you can buy the
same goods for mere song.
Yes!
Our prices arc very littlo--
our Competitors mood magnify
ing glasses to 500 them We
knock them blind
Here Are a Few
Blacl; Eyes for competitors:
"A Bleaching
Yours ut only
3 3-4c. per yard.
Al Shifting
Yours ut only
DC per yard.
4-4 Shooting
ionrs at only
BIC. por yard.
Best Standard Prints
Yours at only
4c. pcr yard,
Good Parched Colfco
Yours at only
l0c per pound
Good Green Coffee
Yours at only
&c per pound.
Sonp-Good Washing Soap
Yours ut only
&c. per pound
All other Goods at corrcspondingly low
prices.
Your Dollar
Is worth twice rs mnch at the
Beehive of Bargains.
0. KLETTNER,
The Fair and Square Dealer.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
Contractors and Builders.

Estimates furnished on applica-
ton without charge. If you have Il
house to build or any mechanical
work to be done it will savo you
money to SEQ rs before closing con-
tracts. a record of 30 years in tho
business References furnished If
desired. First class work ut lowest
prices.
- j. g. CANNON 81 SoEs,
z. Ncwberry, s. Z.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
MARRIED

MIR. J. B. Harmon Of Saluda, son of
Mr.. Cal. Harmon, was n0rricd to Miss
Anna Wessinger of LexiIpD County
on Thursday April IA.
Mr.. Harmon was student of New
berry College the first session Of this
year.
We extend to the contracting par
ties our best wishes for long an ,up-
py life.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
Card OF Thanks.

Mr.. j. NJ. Henderson, of Maybinton,
desires to extend his heartfelt thanks
to those who SO kindly ministered to
his son, Charlie H. Henderson, during
his illness ut the time of his death at
Judge w. w. Hodges on Friday OF
last week.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
Enatcr EleC,iOi,,

At meeting of the Vestry of St.
Luke's Episcopal church, held Mon
day, the following officers were elected:
Wardens--N. b. Mazyck and r.. II.
Grcnekcr.
Nestrymen-O. McR. Holmes, J. T..
j. Caldwell, r. II. Grenekcr, jr., and
c.. d. Weeks.
Delegates TO Diocesan Council-O.
MGR. Holmes and !. l.. J. Caldwell.
Secretary aud Trcasurer-O. MGR.
Holmes.-Observcr, -.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
NOTICE.

TO THE INSTRUC-
Il. tions Of the Board OF Health of
tho Town of Newbcrry, I will be in my
Office, over Jamiuson's store, each day.
commencing tomorrow, the 9th day of
April instant, for colorcd persons from
8 o'clock II. m until p. M, and for
whites from o'clock to & p. m, for
the purpose Of vaccinating all, persons,
who desire to be, within the limits Of
the Town who have not heen hereto
fore vaccinated. 1t Is important that
all should be vaccinated as this Is the
only protection against small pox.
SAMPSON POPE, NJ. d.,
Public VAccinatOr.
Ncwberry, 8. c., April S, 1903.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

The Rev. V. II. Viewer, pastor of
the U. II. Church, Dillsburg, Pa, re.
cogniZes the value of Ohamberlain's
Cough Remedy, and does not hesitate
to tell others about 1t. II have used
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy" he
says, land find 1t an excellent medi.
cine for colds, coughs and hoarseness -
80 does everyone who gives 1t a trial.
Sold by w. r. Pelham.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
Motion for New Trial.

AS we go to press q motion is being
argued for new trial in case of J. w.
Riser, on grounds that testimony was
not sufficient to convict of offense
charged, and that while jury was delib-
Grating on verdict in said case, they
were allowed in court room in presence
of sheriff, two bailiffs and two negro
servants who served supper to the
jury.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
TIiH Old NIen'a

Democratic Club of No. 6 Township
will meet at Longshore, S. c., Satur-
urday April 23d, 1893, at o'clock p.
M, to rcorganze and elect delegates to
the County Convention. Let every one
come out. Fl. D. BoOzER, Pres.
w. G. PETERSON, Sec.
Longshore, S. e., April IA, 1898.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
Amt IT A BEAUT2

We might ask Of any man who first
admircs tho snowy whitcncss and beau
tiful finish that we put upon his dress
or business shirt front, or on his collars
and cuffs. We don't blame him for be-
ing proud of 1.-THE only thing VIC re-
grct Is that we can't send Boswell
around with our Johnson to hear the
enconiums passed on our fine work, SO
we could say that 1--WE done It,"
Agents wanted In the surrounding
country.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
EXECUTORS NOTICE

NNHE CREDITORS or THE ES-
Il tate Of Lewis Duckct, deceased,
are hereby notified to present their de-
mands duly attcstcd to my attorney,
Nj. A. Carlisle, ESQ. on or before frs +
day OF June, 1898, and all persons in
dcbted to said deceased are requested
to make payment Of the Same to mo.
NEWTON G.. DUCKETT,
81 Executor of Lewis Duckett.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

Why will you buy bitter nauseating
tonica when GROVES TAsTLEss CHILL
Tonic is as pleasant as Lemon Syrup.
Your druggist is authorized to refund
the money in every case where it fails
to cure. Price, SO cents.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

a little boy asked for bottle OF get ND In
the morning as fast 8s you can," the druggist
TecoE ized a ho, sehold name tor "DeWltt's
those famous little pills for constipation. sick
headache. livor and stomach troubles. w. Il.
Pelham. r. .''1'.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
1t was coffin they carried him Off in.
DON'T DIE

is unnecessarily. We have saved
the ives Of hundreds and will save
yours for 25 cents Onr Compound
Cough Syrup seldom fails to give i'm
mediate and permanent relief. Uso
one bottle, and you will give up the
hack business. Manufactured and
for sale at Robertson e. Gilder's
Drug Store.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

Leavell & Spears offer their entire
limo of Furniture, &C., at actual cost for
cash. f&t I'm.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

Leavell g. Spears offer their entire
Inc of Furniture, &C., at actual cost for
cash. f&t im.-
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

Leavell & Speers offer their entire
line OF Furniture, &C., at actual cost for
cash. fit I'm.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

Thcutand Of sufferers from grippe have
been restore TO health by One Minute Cough
chitis, rneumonias grippe aoihma, and all
throat and lung disease5. W. E. Pelham.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

0. M. Jameson has just received his
Spring limo of Zeigler Bros. Ladies',
Misses and Children's Shoes, in Tan
Balls, Blk Balls, Button Boots, Oxford
Ties, Strap Sandles, latest style Lasts
and Toes. ... ..
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

Some nobby suits on our counters now
at prices to suit the times.
.... S. J, WOOten,
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
Country Producer
Court to Adjourn.

Judge Benet desires to leave on the
afternoon train so court will adjourn
during the day.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

you want bargains now call on
t&f tt. -E.. j. S. RUSSHLL.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

Having bought the Dairy milk COWS
[ offer them for sale cheap. They arc
choice cows. e. CaEaniss. t If.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

Leavell & Spears offer their entire
line of Furniture, &C., at actual cost for
cash f&t I'm,
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

Spring styles in Zeigler Bros Shoes
just received. They are the best shoes
on the market. 0. M. Jameson.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

Gents, have you put on pair of
Rockland Shoes S. J. Wooten,
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
To euro "a Cold In Ono Day.

Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tab
lets. All Druggists refund the money
II 1T fails to cure. 25c. f&t6m
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

Leaven g. Spears offer their entire
line OF furniture, &C., at actual cost for
cash. fstIm
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

The Baseball
Seasons on!
and
The place to get
Your supplies is at the
}. X. Glider Book Store!
We also sell
School Books,
Miscellaneous Books,
Stationery, Pens,
Pencils, Tablets,
Sheet Music, Checkers,
Gold Pens.
A lot of Watch Charms
at
greatly reduced prices.
Fountain Pens, the best
made, from $3.50
to $500.
Also Pictures,
Picture Frames, ECt.
And everything kept in
q first-cIass bookstore.
Come to see us!
j. K. GLIDER
Book Store,
MOllOhOn Row.
p. S.--See our Ham
mOCks.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

Leavell & Spears offer their entire
line or Furniture. &c, at actual cost for
cash. f&t I'm.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15

''@::= " 10y Wanted
At once, 10000 pounds of dry hides.
Highest market price paid.
t&f +. Summer Bros.
The Newberry herald and news. (Newberry, S.C.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-15
Nhe 9frala " aaa ! Nelp!'sj,.. g..
rswBERRY MARKEr.

Corrected every Tuesday and Friday
hy Summer RrOs. +
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1898-04-13

Anything relating to Spain at this
juneture is OF more than passing inter
eet Time was when TO have named
the colonial possessions Of this once
mighty power was TO have named a
world. Now her holdings are little
more than speeks here Rni there seen
in the ocean, and one Of these, the
greatest viii soon pass from her do
minion, and with It almost the last bit
OF the Spanish peninsular viii disap-
pear forever as the heritage Of her
once imperial greatness.
The glory of the spanish conquests
and OF the gradual loss Of all that con-
quest had gained forms perhaps the
most interesting review in the history
Of nations, and In the stride for Gg-
grRndisement among the early great
maritime powers IL so happened that
the people subjugAted by Spain were
of kind both ia racial ehsracteristics
and In their manners and customs TO
arouse romantic interest wherever Ian
bu@ko - nPOhehi euu that ophhlsh
conquests Of Mexico. Central and Sou n
America read more like fiction than
like the recital Of occurrences OF actual
events. Nor does the pages OF the
succeeding volumes Of the successive
loss OF these conquests, as one by one
the conquered colonies threw of the
Spanish yoke, tell story less ro-
mantle In interest. Every page Of
Spanish history teens with blood
and cruelty, and the student is often
forced to stop and ask himself whether
he is'Teading Of actual occurrences or
the inveptions OF romance. The
seventeenth century saw the revolt Of
Portugal and its Independence and the
beginning OF the decline and decay OF