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The times., 1898-09-04
TRANSFER OF REGIMENTS.
Volunteer Organizations Preparin,
to Remain in Service.

Orders We're issued by the War Depart
ment yesterday transferring a number
of volunteer regiments from their pres
ent camps to others, with view of re-
tanning them in the service. The trans
fers are as follows:
Third Georgia, from Griffin, Ga, to
Jacksonville; Fifteenth Minnesota, from
ST. Paul to Middletown: Fourth New Jer-
sey, from Sea Girt to Midd;etown; Eighth
United States Regular Infantry, from
Fort Thomas to Lexington; Fifth Massa-
chusetts, South Framing-:aIn to Middle
town; Thirty-ffth Michigan, from Island
Haven to Middletown; Third Mississippi.
from Jackson, Miss, to Lexington; Two
hundred-and-first New York from Hemp
stead to Middletown; Third North Caro-
lima, from Fort Macon to Knoxville;
Fourth Kentucky, from Lexington to
Knoxville; Third Alabama, rom Mobile
to Jacksonville; Third Regiment United
States Engineers, from Jefferson Bar
racks to Lexington, and First Terrific
rial Regiment, from Tucson, Ariz., to
! Lexington.
The times., 1898-09-04

literally when it becomes necessary to
solicit funds. After promising to ray an
other visit. she rejoined Secretary Alger
and was driven away.
In spite of the Presidents expressed
annoyance, the Pension Office Ladies'
Relief Association continues to feed the
soldiers who would otherwise go hungry.
and the War Department officials have
taken no steps to render their labor un-
necessary. The Red Cross Society also
has tent near the railroad tracks. at
Ninth Street and Maryland Avenue,
where they are doing good work In the
same direction.
The times., 1898-09-04
SNAG BOAT blown UP
The John Meigs Strikes a Tor
pedo in the Mississippi.
FOUR OF THE CREW KILLED
The Dead Men Are Capt. Starr.
Service, Ralph Rogers and Pat
CorIess-TwO Men Seriously Injur-
ed and One Escapes Unhurt.

New Orleans, Sept. 3.-The United
States steamer John Meigs. of the snag-
boat service, was blown up this morning
in the Mississippi River. near Fort st.
Philip by a torpedo mine placed there
at the beginning of the war with Spain
for the purpose of preventing any hostile
vessels from ascending the river.
The Meigs was blown to atoms. Capt.
Starr, Sergt. Needham, of the Engineer
Service; Ralph Rogers and Pat. Corless,
employed on the vessel, were instantly
killed, and D. B. Reddick and Fritz Koch
seriously wounded. The only other per-
son on the boat at the time was Lieut.
Jervis, who escaped unhurt. The boat is
a total loss.
The Location n Secret.
Some seventy mines and torpedoes were
placed in the Mississippi at the begin
ming of the war, being kept in position
by buoys and wires. Their location was
a state secret, known only to Major
Quinn, in charge of this lighthouse dis
trict, but a channel was marked out in
the center of the river. This channel was
to be closed should any hostile feet put
III It's appear dilSSs
Two weeks ago Major Quinn was or
dered to remove the mines and torpedoes.
The work has been slow and IL has been
impossible TO get at most of the floating
mines. The depth Of the river a the forts
and the rapidity of the current has made
| the search all the more difficult.
Unable to Explode Them.
1t was concluded some days ago that 1t
was impossible TO take up all the mines,
| and that some of them would have to be
| exploded, but this also was found impos-
sible in many cases. the sand having
played havoc with the cables controlling
! the decorating currents intended to fire
| the mines, and all attempts to explode
| them proved unavailing.
Major Quinn says that the war scare
| demonstrated the fact that it was impos-
| sible to protect New Orleans from attack
| by water by means OF ,orpedoes. The
| depth of the channel is too great at the
! forts and the current is too swift to per-
nit of such protection, and where there
I is shoal water and less current there are
no guns to protect torpedoes from coun-
termining.
1t was while engaged in this work that
the Meigs was blown up, but details are
not obtainable tonight The lost steamer
was built in ST. Louis and cost $4,000.
The times., 1898-09-04
One Fare to Cincinnati and Return
Vim PennsllxEDia RniIroad

Fer the National Encampment, G. A
R., excursion tickets to Cincinnati and
return will be sold September 3, 4 and s.,
at rate of s14.00. good to return Septem-
Der to 13; extension can be secured to
October 2. For further information, apply
TO ticket agents.
au26 q, ,29, ,S1sel, ppm au27, % 80, ,S1se1, 4am
The times., 1898-09-04

The qualities of Heurich's Beer are
most fascinating. and IL is most wonder
ful how popular Maerzen, Senate, Extra
Pale, and Lager Beer are among the peo-
pie who are accustomed to high-grade
beer. Order case from the Arlington
Bottling Co., 27th and X Sts. NV.
The times., 1898-09-04
Five GoId-seekers Drowned.

Vancouver, B. c., Sept. S.-John Allen.
just in from Dawson. reports that five
men were recently drowned on the way
to the new gold camp at Atlin. He also
says number of men on the way to the
fields have died from exposure and llck
OF proper food.
The times., 1898-09-04

Judge W. d. FraZee, postmaster at
Okolona. Miss, is in the city. lie comes
to make an effort to secure the pardon
OF Gage Henderson, convicted in the Dis
trict Of Columbia of forgery and SEN
fenced to the penitentiary. Henderson's
father is a Woodworking colored man,
living in Judge Frazees home town,
hence bis interest in the matter.
The times., 1898-09-04
Reduced Rates Account National
Labor Day Sent >. 1885.

On account Of Labor Day the Southern
Railway viii sell tickets at one fare for
round trip to Round Hin. Harrisonburg.
Front Royal. Warrenton, Orange Va,
and intermediate stations Tickets on
sale September 8. 4. and 5: final limit,
September 6, 1898. 1t
The times., 1898-09-04
Spend Labor Day Mt Atlantic City.

SpenO LnDoF lay AT Atlantic City.
The Pennsylvania Railroad will sell for
all trains except Congressional Limited
Sunday and Monday, September and s.,
S. excursion tickets to Atlantic City,
Cape May and Sea Isle City, good to re-
turn until Tuesday. September G. se3-St
The times., 1898-09-04
THE CHICAGO MARKETS.
Prices for Wheat and Corn Slight,
Lower.

Chicago. Aug 3..The Board of Trade
was in session with most of the Western
markets this morning, though trading
took place In small proportions.
During the early dealings fluctuations
were confined within quarter cent linn
il. prices for wheat and corn being slight
ly lower.
Concerning the general situation. there
was little change. The hot wave con-
tinued with small abatement throughout
the West and Northwest. but this had no
serious results on wheat, and the general
impression seemed 10 be that corn would
not suffer for some days yet.
Chicago Grain and Provision Market
Corrected daily by w. B. Hibbs G. Co.
members of the New York Exchange.
The times., 1898-09-04

Heurich's beer claims the sight, while
Its merits win the soul. case can be
had by phoning ss4. Arlington Bottling
The times., 1898-09-04
Money to Loan on

MONEY 10 loan real estate: s25a and small
sums per cent. $500 and larger sums per
sent; s., 500 and larger suEs. and IL pev
cent; all transactions conducted with economical
CO.. l407 t. nv. apI7-a
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MOhair waists, SI.98.

Whoever put before you hundreds
of ladies' black and plain colored mo-
hair waists. handsomely tucked and
pleated according to the newest fash
ion. thoroughly well made, lined and
finished. for S19S, which are. always
sold for S3, and never for less?
The times., 1898-09-04
INSURANCE STATEMENTS.

~
STATEMENT SHOWING THE CONDITION
of the
IMMEDIATE BENEFIT LIFE INSURANCE COM
PANY OF BALTIMORE CITY
For the six months ending July l, IS9S:
Receipts from all sources. si3 as Il
Paid pOliey-holders. .-....... ,0S7 Is
Paid commissions ard salaries l6.6Sl Il
Paid rent medical examina-
tions, etc................ 1913 Sc
Paid advertising and all ether
items -.......---.--------.. 2.099 81
Total payments. ts...--...............sS sS0.slo O3
= .SOh O-
State of Maryland, City of Baltimore, s.:
l hereby certify that this I'd day of Sep
tember, 1898, before me- the subscriber personally
appeared Charles F. Diehl assistant secretary OF
the Immediate Benefit Life Insurance Company,
of Baltimore City, and made oath that the fore
going statement is correct
(seal.) ROBERT C. RHODES, j. P.
Item
The times., 1898-09-04
Mems unIaundered
shirts, 23C.

We shall do some record-breaking
selling of mems unlaundered shirts to-
morrow when we place on sale a lot
of mems white and fancy percale bos-
ON unlaundered shirts at 23c. which
always sell for SOC each. This shirt
is thoroughly re-enforeed back and
front, and has continuous facings. We
shall limit the quantity TO not more
than three to any one buyer.
The times., 1898-09-04
School suits, S2.49.

Just in time for school, we make this
grand offering in boys knee pants
suits. A lot of medium weight, all
wool suits. in vestie styles, in sizes
3 TO years, and double-breasted style
in sizes TO 16 years. which sold for
$3.50. will be sold for s. 10. If you want
a good. durable school suit, and want
1t very cheap, here is one.
The times., 1898-09-04
S2.98 for the skirt

the best made serge skirt you ever
saw-fuIl in width-lined with best
linings-velvet bound-with all the
points which the new skirts Will have,
The times., 1898-09-04
A suit and a skirt

go on sale Monday. and they are the
greatest values Hechts have ever
offered. Both are made of fine black
serge, according TO the styles dictated
for the coming season and arriving
earlier than we anticipated, when
everything Is in confusion with rebuild
ing and remodeling, we sacrifice the
price TO dispose of them at once
The times., 1898-09-04
Fig. hriIIiantine skirts.
SI.I9.

No other store ever sold such
handsome quality of figured brillian-
tine skirt as this for less than s., yet
you get them tomorrow for A.l9 be-
cause we don't want a single one on
hand when we open the new store.
Lined and velvet bound and thor
oughIy up to date at every point.
The times., 1898-09-04
S5.98 for the suit,

which every store will sell for S11-5o
later. Jackets are colored silk-lined-
skirts are full width and finished as
all fine tailor-made suits are finished.
The times., 1898-09-04
Blk. taffeta silk waists,
S4.98.

When we sell you these fine Black
Taffeta Silk WaistS-the very newest
style to be had. lined and made equal
to any ever turned out by a dress
maker, and guarantee the taffeta be-
sides, for S4.9S you well know that we
do something that has never been done
before. If the taffeta silk doesn't
wear as we say it will you get your
money back.
The times., 1898-09-04

The few Southern congressman now in
Washington, while refusing to give out
interviews, are unit on two PROPOSE
tions which they agree to stand by to the
end. Both concern the army and will add
additional trouble to Secretary Alger
The specific complaints which the
Southerners are to make have their basis
in the fact that the department, under
Algers direction, Disseminated against
Southern troops, and distinctively against
| those at Jacksonville, under Gen Lee
| those at the Southern camp at Chicka-
mauga. and those at Camp Alger.
The terrible record of diseases and
| deaths which have occurred among the
soldiers at these points the Democrats
| propose not only to make use of in the
| coming Congressional campaigns, but
they declare their purpose to make them
the best campaign material available.
DR.. John ]. Archinard, of New Orleans.
who served as an official of the board of
health during the epidemic on the Gulf
coast last year, is at the Raleigh Dr.
Archinard has just been appointed a sur
| geon in the regular army with the rank
| Of major and Surgeon General Stern
| berg has concluded to send him to Santi-
ago, where he is to have charge of the
HipoFtdht WORK OF pacing that city In a
| thoroughly sanitary condition, and. if
! possible, to stamp out the yellow fever
| DIR. Archinard is young specialist who
/ has devoted his life to germs" and
| much good is expected from his stay in
| Cuba Just now he is from the camp of
| Gen. Fitzhugh Lee at Jacksonville.
| Speaking last night of his commanding
| officer he said:
| Gen. Lee is fairly worshiped by all
| the soldiers at Jacksonville, and they
want TO go where he goes. even If it is to
! Cuba. and for two years. They have an
abiding faith that he Will take care OF
them; that the food will be all right
and likewise the doctors and the medi-
cines. The Jacksonville camp is a pic
ture of delight. the sick list amounting tc
only 2 or 5 per cent
The times., 1898-09-04
Everything in the new HeCht stores will be enti
Ladies' hose. 9IC.

Lot of ladies' fast black and fast
black with colored top hose, full seam
less, which are usually sold for 19c.
pair. will be sold tomorrow for l-2c.
pair.
The times., 1898-09-04
Silk waists, S2.9S.

1t is unprecedented. and you know
it, for any store so early in the season
to offer Colored Striped SILK Waists,
the very newest effects. for s2.9S.
Thoroughly made and finished and
lined throughout.
The times., 1898-09-04

We have made one lot of all these
children's fast black ribbed hose.
which sold up to 15c. pair, and will
offer them tomorrow for 1-2c. pair.
In the lot are two styles of ribbed
narrow and wide-and they are full
seamless.
The times., 1898-09-04
Ladies' 75C hose, 39C.

All the ladies' fast black and col
ored top and fast black bottom hose.
which sold up TO 75c. pair, so for 3sc
pair tomorrow. These consist of the
finest Isle thread quality, full regu-
lar made and high spliced heels and
double soles.
The times., 1898-09-04
Chicago Grain and Provision Marked

Corrected daily by w. B. Hibbs & Co.
members of the New York Exchange
1897 + street.
The times., 1898-09-04
Ribbons, 1896.

Lot of fine high grade all-silk moire
taffeta and fancy taffeta ribbons, in
and 4-inch widths. which sold for
25c and 30c a yard. will be offered to-
morrow for 13 lie a yard. The lot
embraces all shades.
The times., 1898-09-04

Tomorrow we shall put on sale a
lot of ladies' fine muslin corset covers,
trimmed with Hamburg embroidery
and finished with felled seams and
lot of ladies' muslin drawers, made
with three rows of tucks and finished
with felled seams also, at u 1-2c. gar
ment. This is the usual garment sold
at 19c. about town.
The times., 1898-09-04
CSC Corsets, I9C.

Tomorrow we place on sale lot of
80 Ladies' Summer Corsets. They are
some broken sizes which were left
from G9c lines, and of which we have
sold thousands of pairs this Summer.
80 pairs will not last long, so hurry
here early.
The times., 1898-09-04
CurIed quiIIs, I2IC.

For day we shall sell large punches
of curled quills for u l-2c a bunch,
instead of 25c. bunch.
The times., 1898-09-04
silk skirts, S4.9S.

The handsomest Brocaded Silk Skirts,
the best made skirts TO be had, lined
and velvet-bound. those large patterns
which are so desirable, viii be sold to-
morrow for S4.9S.
The times., 1898-09-04
Muslin garments. 49C.

Muslin garments. 49C.
A lot of ladies' muslin undergar-
ments, consisting of chemise. skirts,
gowns. corset covers and drawers;
some elaborately trimmed with lace
and some with embroidery and insert
ing, which sold for as high as $l25.
will be sold tomorrow for 4sc.
Trimmed hats, 75C.
Tomorrow we shall give you the
choice of twelve styles OF ladies'
trimmed hats, suitable for Fall wear
left from Summer Stockton 75c. each.
M0ire ribbon, 2kC yd.
Lot of moire ribbon in a great yarie-
ty of shades, including the desirable
ones. will be sold tomorrow for 1-2c
yard, which is zc less than they've
ever been sold for.
Arizona republican., 1898-04-27
EASILY IDENTIFIED.

There" she said, as she finally got the check properly indcrsed and handed it to the paying teller. I'd like to have the money, please
 The young man scanned it carefully and then looked at her.
 "Is there anything wrong With it?'' she inquired apprehensively.
 No; I am sire it's all right. Only we have our rules here, and before we can let you have the money you will have to be identified"
 But the friends I am visiting ito, a trip out into the country with my mother this morning."
 "Then you will have to wait until tomorrow"
 But I need the money to do some shopping with this afternoon"
 Pm very sorry
 Is 1t absolutely necessary to be 1dentified?'' she asked plalntively.
 Absolutely"
 We'll, l suppose I can manage it Will the bank be open for an hour ?' Yes"
 Then I'll hurry home and put on my evening gown. It's a great deal or trouble, but it's the only way, and I'm glad I thought of it."
 T don't quite understand
 Why, l have a strawberry mark on my right shoulder, and everybody who has read anything at all knows that there isn't any better identifica- tlon than strawberry ark."-Ana- conda Standard.
Arizona republican., 1898-04-27
AS TO THE CATTLE SHORTAGE

Among the many articles currently published and discussed by cattlemen on the cattle situation, there are two features of great importance which, Ii considered together, would aid considerably in pointing the way out of what is said to be a severe contrac- tion in the relative supply of cattle in the country. Both features have been fully discussed separately, but it appears that the effect they are very sure to work has been generally over looked. The first of the subject is the scarcity of cattle that can be made marketable as dressed beef and ex- port steers within the required limit of time. The other matter is the rap idly growing tendency of cattle rais- CTS everywhere, and on the western ranges in particular, to dispose of their cattle while young. It has been very frequently reported during the past year that within something like a year or two the big livestock markets would be comparatively bare of strictly finished offerings, such as the better class of packers and ex- port buyers want. It has been claimed that within the past year the country has become short of stockers and feeders, due to reduced supplies on the ranges. This, it is asserted, will ultimately result in a market
Arizona republican., 1898-04-27
IMPORTANT NEWS
Weather and Crop Observations, OH-
 cial, Over the Territory.

Temperature increased from dav u day throughout the week and at the end was to 12 degrees aDoVe hoi nal, all over the territory.
 In the northeastern and eastern counties there was considerable cloud- mess in the early part Of the week, and sufficient rainfall to be of material benefit to all interests. In most eases the rain was slow, soaked into the ground and started or hastened the growth of all vegetation.
 Planting of corn, cane and potatoes is in progress in the Little Colorado valley and the first planted potatoes in the upper Gila valley are being cul- tivated.
 In the lower Gila and Salt river val leys all crops are much further ad- vanced. Harvesting of first crops or alfalfa continue and the yield is bet ter than that from fields where It was cut two weeks ago.
 The water supply in the canals oi the last named districts is sufficient for good irrigation and as yet there is no diminution in the rivers.
 Stock is reported improving n all sections except in parts Of la'dpal county.
Arizona republican., 1898-04-27

shortage of finished cattle for mark e+ when the cattle now being prepared shall have passed through the regular channels that supply the consumptive demands of the country. According to this theory the time is not far of when the shortage in finished cattle must become sharply felt.
 i, In the statement of the latter nron- osition regarding the marketing of cattle at a younger age than in pre- Vlous years, 1t can be asserted that this feature is positive beyond question. To consider these two features joint ly rather new aspect is paced on the situation. If it has taken three to four years in times gone by to re- plenish contracted stocks of cattle for preparation for market when only ma tured animals have been disposed of by ranchmen, change must result from marketing younger cattle On this basis supplies can be replenished in much shorter time than formerly. The fact that fewer she cattle are be- ing marketed than heretofore, shows that raisers have better crCps of calves on hand, and are ID a position to furnish good supplies of young cat tie. The feeders are now buying young cattle, and the theoretical outcome will be that what would otherwise have been serious contrac- tion in the cattle supply is likely to be avoided and the markets main tained on a more stable basis. Trad ing in young cattle, including very young calves, is extensive during the current season. These can very quickly be finished for the markets to supply requirements. With con- tinuation of the feeding of young cattle the industry can be maintained on more conservative basis. The law of supply and demand can mere readily be complied with. A more even tenor to the general market will result, and less risk will be run in engaging in the business. A moder- ale but sure profit in handling stock would be preferable to the past un- certainties that have accompanied this business Kansas City Packer.
Arizona republican., 1898-04-27
CHEMICALLY PERFUMED.


 As violets are much in evidence along the London thoroughfares.
 writes correspondent, the following incident may be of interest I was in a chemists shop when a coster girl en- tered with a large basket of v1olets and set it on the floor I bought a bunch, and then noticed the chemist s assistant pass small glass phial to the girl, the contents of which she emptied into the basket Tricks of the trade" said the chemist with a smile, while the merchant gave him look of sly humor from under her hat. What was that she bought?" I asked. "A penn'or of wood violet, D he replied. Those French violets don't smell. They rest on moist moss in the basket, and the moist moss absorbs the perfume. That
Arizona republican., 1898-04-27
NAVAJO COUNTY.

St. Joseph.-A heavy rain fell after my report of last week was mailed
 Since then some wind, but weather pretty fair. A little frost on the 21st, but did no damage. Range is be- ginning to look green and stock does
Arizona republican., 1898-04-27

VNH ANJO3 - Both the method and results when Syrup of Figs is taken; it is pleasant and refreshing to the taste, and acts gently yet promptly on the Kidneys, Liver and Bowels, clesnses the sys- tenn effectually, dispels colds, head. aches and levers and cures habitual constipation. Syrup of Figs is the only remedy of its kind ever pro- duced, pleasing to the taste and &C., ceptable to the stomach, prompt in its action and truly beneficial in it's effects, prepared only from the most healthy and agreeable substances, its many excellent qualities commend it to all and have made it the most popular remedy known.
 Syrup of Figs is for sale in 50 cent bottles by all leading drug gists. Any reliable druggist who may not have it on hand will pro- cure it promptly for any one who wishes to try it. Do not acceptany substitute.
 CALFORNXA FIG SYRUP co.
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