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The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05
SACK OF PORT AU PRINCE.
How MorEnn's Buccaneers Fought
Their Way Into the Cuban City
and Laid 1t in Waste.

When the fleet arrived at the nearest
harbor Morgan landed his men and
marched toward the town, but he did
not succeed in making a secret attack,
as he had hoped. A Spanish prisoner
had let himself drop overheard, and,
swimming ashore, had warned the gov
crnor of the attack. Thus prepared,
this able commander marched body of
soldiers along the road by which the
pirates must come, and when he found
o suitable spot he built formidable
barricade. Behind this his soldiers
were posted with their muskets and
their cannon.
But when Morgan came within sight
of this barricade, he considered that it
would be entirely unnecessary to at
tempt to disturb this admirable de-
tense, SO he marched his men into the
woods, led them entirely around the
barricade, and came out upon a wide
plain before the town.
Here he found that he would have to
fight his way into the city, and probably
much to his surprise his men were pres
entity charged by body of cavalry.
The pirates routed the horsemen, and,
after fight of about four hours, took
possession of the town. Here they cap
tured great many prisoners, whom
they shut up in the churches, and then
sent detachmcnts out into the country
TO look for those who had run away.
Then these utterly debased and cruel
men took their usual course after cap
turing a town; they pillaged, feasted,
and rioted. Even when the poor citi-
zens seemed to have given up every
thing they owned, they were told that
if they did not pay two heavy ransoms
they would be carried away into slavery,
and that their town would be burned.
For two weeks the pirates waited for
the unfortunate people to go out into
the country and find some of their fell
low citizens who had escaped with
portion of their treasure. In those days
people did not keep their wealth in
banks rs they do now, but every man
was the custodian of most of his own
possessions, and when they fed from
the visitation of an enemy they took
with them everything of value that they
gould carry. Before the citizens re-
turned Morgan made q discovery;
negro was taken who was carrying let
tiers from the governor Of Santiago, q
heighboring city, to some Of the citi-
zens of Port au Prince, telling them
not to be In too great hurry to pay
ransom, because he was coming with q
strong force to their assistance. When
Morgan read these letters, he changed
bis mind and thought it would be a wise
thing not to stay in that region any
longer than could be helped. So he de-
cded not to wait for the unfortunate
citizens to collect the heavy ransom he
demanded, but told them that if they
would furnish him with 500 head Of
cattle, and also supply salt and help
prepare the meat for shipment, he
would make no further demands upon
them. This, of course, the citizens were
glad enough to do, and The buccaneers
sailed away.-Frank r. Stockton, in St.
Nicholas.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05
BICYCLE HEARTS.
Hypertrophy, "a New Disease, Caused
by Excessive Riding of
the Wheel.

Several well-known French cyclists
have lately, it is said, been rejected as
unfit for military service by reason of
hypertrophy and other diseases of the
heart. Medical men will be rather sur
brised that the numbers are so small.
There must be few of us who have not
seen the i'll effects of overexertion on g.
bicycle. The commonest is palpitation
and temporary dilation; but even this
is sometimes very difficult to cure. In
case which occurred recently a lady,
ordered for fortnight's change of air
after influenza, chose to spend it in BIZ
cycling about so miles a day. AS re-
suit she has had ever since that time
now nine months ago-a pulse which on
the least exertion rises to 1870, though
she has not ridden again. That tempo
rary dilation occurs is enough to show
the great strain put upon the heart, and
it is an added danger that the sense of
fatigue In the limbs is so slight. The
rider Is thus robbed of the warming to
which he is accustomed to attend, and
repeats or continues the strain upon
the heart. AS In other similar cases,
the effect is to render that dilation per-
manent which was at first but tempo
rary and to cause an increase in the
muscle of the heart by repeated exer-
ton. The heart produced is of large d.
mansions and of thick wals--a condi-
ton which may, perhaps, give little I'M
easiness to its owner, but which med
distrust and apprehension. Weakly and
elderly people cannot be too often told
that no exercise is mere easily abused,
though If taken in sensible measure few
are more hcalthful or enjoyable.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05
All lie Needed.

"Yes." said old Mr.. Gottrocks, I'VE
have decided TO let John take up liter,
,ature as a profession. I've built fine
study for him and bought him library
that cost $4,000. His mother picked
out his desk and the other furniture
that he will need. Just step in and see
what fine place it is"
"Ahl" exclaimed Johns old college
chum, as he took look around the
lnagnificently equipped apartment. 'it
is great. and haven't the slightest
doubt that you can now get some body
TO furnish ideas for your son he vii!
win proud name for himself"
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05
THE DREADED CONSUMPTION.
T. A. SLOCUM, M. c., THE GREAT CHEMIST
AND SCIENTIST, WILL SEND FREE, TO
THE AFFLICTED, THREE BOTTLES
OF HIS NEWLY DlSCOvEREDREM-
EpIES CURE CONSlIMpTION


AND ALL LUNG TROUBLES.
Nothing could be fairer, more philan-
thropic or carry more joy to the afflicted
than the offer of 7. A. Slocum, M. c., of
1888 Pearl street, New York City.
Confident that he has discovered an alb
solute cure for consumption and all pull
monary complaints, and to make itsgreat
merits known, he will send, free, three
bottles of medicine, to any reader of The
Midland Journal who is suffering from
chest, bronchial, throat and lung troubles
or consumption.
Already this "new scientific course of
medicine" has permanently cured thou
sands of apparently hopeless cases.
The Doctor considers it his religious
duty-a duty which he owes to humanity
to donate his infallible cure.
Offered freely, is enough to commend it,
and more so is the perfect confidence of
the great chemist making the proposition
He has proved the dreaded consumption
to lie a durable disease beyond any doubt,
There will be no mistake in sending
the mistake will be in overlooking the
generous invitation. He has on file in his
American and European laboratories tes-
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in all parts of the world.
Don't delay until it is too late Address
I. A. Slocum M. c., 9S Pine street, New
York and when writing the Doctor, please
give express and post office address, and
mention reading this article in The Mid
land Journal.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05

f. c. Blanks, of Lewisville, Texas,
writes that one box of DeWitt's Witch
Hazel Salve was worth $1,000 to him. 1t
cured his piles of ten years standing. He
advises others to try it. 1t also cures
eczema. skin diseases and obstinate sores.
Eli 7. Reynolds.
The highest masts Of sailing vessels
are from 100 to $50 feet high. and spread
from $4,000 to 100000 square feet of
canvas.
No matter how many orders are re-
celved, no beer ever leaves the best Ger
man breweries until it has been stand
ing for at least three months.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05
Prehistoric People.

Evidences Of the prehistoric peoples
who inhabited the valleys of the Gila
and the Salt rivers are continually COM
ing to light, ard enough testimony has
been found TO reveal the fact that in
these valleys once dwelt mighty and
populous people. numbering not less
than 1.00O,0 0O-2,O0o,C COO certainly, and
probably reaching 100000.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05
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The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05

Proud Parent-My son has derived a
great deal of benefit from his college
course. Why, he seems to know every
thing.
Professor-Yes, he probably knows
more now than he ever will in the flu
ture.-N. Y. Truth.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05

"Anti-monopolis:s!" echoed Farmer
Corntossel. who had been approached
BY an agitator. "'Course we are!"
But are you sure you carry your
principles far enough?"
I'VE couldn't carry 'em no furder.
Folks aroun' here won't even play
checkers any more fur.fear O. cornerin'
some thin'."--W Washington Star.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05

DR.. Georg Ebers, the well-known
novelist and Psychologist, says that
large trade is carried ON in Egypt in
forged portraits of mummies. When
the genuine portraits painted on wood
were first shown in Europe few years
ago they found such ready sale that
concern has gone regularly into the
business of making the portraits for
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05

We'll. we've got cook at last that
just suits me-"
"Bakes just such biscuits as your
mother used to make, SUPPOSED"
mo, can't eat the stuff she prepares
for us; I have to take my meals at the
restaurant. But my wife's folks have
quit boarding with us."-Chicago Jour
nal
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05
Disease. of the Blood and Nerves.

No one need suffer with neuralgia. This
disease is quickly and permanently cured
by Browns Iron Bitters. Every disease of
the blood, nerves and stomach, chronic
or otherwise, succumbs to Browns Iron
Bitters. Known and used for nearly a
quarter of century, it stands to-day fore.
most among orr most valued remedies.
Browns Iron Bitters is sold by all dealers.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05
An Uncertain Disease.

There is no disease more uncertain in its
nature than dyspepsia. Physicians say that
the symptoms of no two cases agree. 1t is
therefore most difficult to make a correct
diagnosis. NO matter how severe, or under
what Acknowledgements attacks You. Browns
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diseases of the stomach, blood and nerves
Browns Iron Bitters is sold by all dealers.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05
In Honor Of the Departed.

Ella-I see that Bella got married
yesterday. wonder why she had such
a quiet wedding.
Stella-lt was on account of recent
death in the family of the man she mar
ried.
Elln-Who died?
Stella-His wife flrst.-Town Tonnes.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05
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The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05

Thousands of persons have been cured
of piles by using DeWitt's Witch Hazel
Salve. 1t heals promptly and cures
eczema and all skin diseases. 1t gives
immediate relief. Eli T. Reynolds.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05
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The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05
He Saw His Error,

lie SnW his ErrCr.
First Mormon-And what has shaken
your belief in polygamy?
Second Mormon with sigh)-My
four wives.-Puck.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05
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The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05

Gave Himself Away.
Employer-Was there many people
at your grandmother's funeral yes
terday?
Clerk-Yes, indeed. Every seat in
the grandstand was occupicd.-N. Y.
journal.
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The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05

Just try Toe box of Cascarets, the
finest liver and bowel re gulator ever made.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05

The Household,
Women's Interests,
Literature,
Art,
Science,
Public Schools,
Religious News,
Religious Thought,
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Society Events,
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The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05


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10 the the oft
Lesson ewothhe picof slgcrpto
interesting
Circulation tnent fo terms.
Satn
GEORGE ". DREXEL,
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1898-08-05

Building Societies,
Births, Marriages and Deaths,
Financial Affairs,
Foreign Correspondence,
New York and Washington,
Pennsylvania,
New Jersey,
Delaware,
Railroad and Marine,
Market Reports,
Sporting News.
The times., 1898-02-26
BATTERY AS. CELEBRATION.
Washington's Birthday Exercises
at Fort Washington

The members of Battery A, Fourth Ar
tillery, at Washington, celebrated Wash
ington's birthday in most happy man.
ner. An informal german followed the
literary and musical program The cotil-
lion was led by Sergeant Staab and Miss
Gladys O'Riley, of Pennington. The
favors were unique.
The program follows:
Recitation, "washington's Farewell to the
Army" Sergeant Stsab; tableau. ''The Bivouac
of the Dead" Corporal Irwin, Privates Rose,
Herbert and Karella; song, ''The Alabama Coo,
From Mobile Private Hutts; song Tommy
Atkins Battery Tailor oDonnell; flute solo,
In the Cleaning Sergeant Padgett; skirt
dance, Prirates Clark and Keralla: violin and
mandolin melodies, Privates Beal and Ray; living
pictures, Crossing the Delaware" 'Thret
Graces,'' Zone Gay Time in Paree - Corporal
Bennett, Privates Beckwith and HUM; song
Don't Let Her Lose Her Way" Private Mul
vaney; minuet dance, Privates Markham Gray
heal, Ivey, Fanelly, and Meir; ''The Merchant o.
Venice Crane, Meadows and Magruder "Bol
war; the acrobatic elephant, Sergeants johnson
and Trainer, Privates Mcclure and McsIullen
declaration, "Casabianca,' Private Souders
song, "Good Night. ladies' Privates Warren
Wesser. Williams, and Pearce; closing ode, 'Hai
Columbia" Glee Club.
The times., 1898-02-26
THE IMMIGRATION QUESTION
1t VIII BE Debated Tonight at the
National University

The National University Law School
Debating Society will discuss this even
ing the question. Resolved, That immi-
grafton should be further restricted" As
this is one of the principal topics before
the American people today, the debate
will undoubtedly be listened to with a
great deal of interest.
Those to be on the affirmative side are:
Charles II. Merrillat. District of Column
bia; j. L. Underwood, Tennessee, and A.
d. Smith, Pennsylvania, and on the mega
tive, E. r. Magic, Indiana; +. S. Bailey.
District of Columbia, and A. s. Dalton,
North Carolina.
Before and after the debate there will
be musical selections, and the decision of
the judges will be given at the close of
the meeting. The judges are: Congress
man Jacob Yost, of Virginia; Hon. Fred
erick l.. Siddons, and Hon Eugene d.
Carusi. Ii. NJ, of the local bar.
The opening address will be made by
the president of the society.
The officers of the society are: T J.
Landegren, president; Charles j. Simms,
vice president; L. C. Dutton, secretary
John ]. Hill, treasurer.
The executive committee is composed OF
William NJ English, E. 2. Hamin, and L,
f. Holbrook
The reception committee will be Henry
A. Dumont, Charles G. Allen and Robert
l.. Ames.
The times., 1898-02-26
Robinson & Cherry Co..
18th and F Streets N. W.
Clothes, Hats, Shoes. Furnishings.
City Brevities.

The petition of Perry Carson for writ
OF habeas corpus was granted by Judge
Cole yesterday.
The funeral of Mrs Clara Magee Smith.
who died on Wednesday, will take place
a. noon today. Burial will be in Oak Hill
Cemetery.
The District Commissioners spent the
Greater portion of yesterday at the Capi-
fol in consultation with the Committee on
Appropriations.
Jsne Johnson. colored. fifteen years old.
was sent to the Reform School yesterday
morning by Judge Kimball. she was
charged with incorrigibility.
The first of a series of Lenten sermons
at St Luke's p E. Church will be deliv-
cred tomorrow evening by Rev DR. I'll
lott His subject will be THE Rich Man
and Lazarus.
A delegation Of members of Mercy and
Help Branch. Epworth League, connected
with Grace NJ. f. Church, will visit Gar
field Hospital tomorrow afternoon ana
hold service for the patients.
The students of Gallaudet College will
give a gymnastic entertainment this
evening for the benefit Of the Gallaudet
Athletic Association. Unusual effort has
been put forth 10 make the affair sue
cess.
The members of the W. c. r. L. of the
District are busily preparing for the
memorial service in honor of the late
Miss Frances +. Willard, which is TO be
held March in the First Congregational
Church.
Mrs NJ b. Platt Mrs. f. n. Shelton
and Mrs. T. A. Williams. District officers
OF the w. {. T. L.. attended the mem
orial services held yesterday in Mount
Vernon Church, Baltimore, in honor OF
Miss Willard.
Mr. John II. O-Donnen. Justice OF the
peace and MIR. George +. Green, chief
clerk of the Water Registrars office. are
candidates FOR appointment as successor
10 the late Water Registrar Beall. The
position pays 81, 500 4 year.
Edward Harris. colored. was held for
the grand Jury. by Judge Scott yesterday
morning in S509 bonds. to answer a
charge of larceny from the person. Har-
ris is accused of snatching a pocket
book from Miss Katie. Moore.
Arrangements were begun yesterday for
the installation of the new city postoffice
clock This clock is one of the largest of
fits kind in the country. and Will be, when
completed. the official time-piece Of
Washington. The cost of the clock was
s. GOO.
Jacob Seaman. who was a deck hand OF.
6redge No ! Of the Union Dredging Com
pany. now lying in the Potomac channel
at Twenty-siNth street. yesterday filed
with the clerk of the District supreme
court a libel against Capt. George oetzel-
berger. of the craft. for SO which he al
leges is due to him for wages
A pleasant social and supper was given
on WashinGtons birthday at the home of
Mrs. s. s. Poynton. No. 800 T street north
asst, by the auxiliary of Logan Command
No 2 w. L. r. Y. Those present were:
Mrs <ilby, Mrs. Yengling. Mrs. Myers
Mrs +. Miller. Mrs. {. s. Miller. Mr.. and
Mrs Burke, Mr.. and Mrs. Hamilton. Mr.
Hertford. Mr.. Frankler, MIR. Cherry, Mrs
A. NJ. Poynton and Mr.. /. Suydam.