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The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1898-10-12

Washington, Oct 6-Admiral How
ell has teen relieved from the com
mand of the nor,b Atlantic squadron
and the flagship, he San Francisco,
has been ordered out of commission at
Norfolk The com mand of the squad
ron devclves upon Commodore Philip.
whose flagship. the New York. is now
at the New York navy yard.
The San Francisco will be thorough
ly oye,hauled and her battery brought
up to date.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1898-10-12
WAR! WAR! WAR !

But the white" is vitcori-
Gus. We are now selling sew
ing machines from ten dollars
up We have a few machines
that are slightly used that we
will sell cheap. We also have
a nice line OF Organs that we
will sell on easy terms. We
are head quarters for Sewing
Machines and supplies. Old
machines taken in exchange
for new ones.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1898-10-12
BOARDING.

TTAVING TAKEN the House on as n
Street second door acrth Of the Nixon
House, am prepared to ac:oo modate few
regular boarders. and also lodging and meals
tc transient customers
Terms reasonable.
MRs ". B. SMITH.
Sept g.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1898-10-12
LANDS WANTED.

DERSONS WITH LANDS FOR SALE
are requested to put them in my hands
tor sale. am in constant receipt Of so many
letters of enquiry abou, lands from Northern
and Western parties, that may be ablea1o
effec, sales for those who will give me accu.
rate detailed descriptions of what they have.
No charge will be made unless satisfactory
sales are made Descriptions must be such
as cap be guaranteed and must give:
No. of acres, location, character OF land,
proximity to railroads, post Offices, schools,
churches and towns, kind of improven ents.
Communications strictly confident, when
80 desired.
State Land Agent,
NoY.l9 Columbia, sc.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
Gun Suhdued Gum.

Chief of Police Seay had to use his
chilly" on the head of an obstreperoue
negro Saturday afternoon and then
draw his pistol on him. When sum.
moned by the chief to appear at
mayors court Monday morning for an
infraction Of city law Gum Burch
replied in very sulphurious language
that he would do no such thing. Chief
Seay then decided to give Gum lodging
at Castle Gle Dawson and thus insure
his presence before the mayor. but to
this the negro objected also and resisted
arrest, a few ticks on the head with
the pOliceman's club seemed to have
no effect upon the negro, and Gum was
notsubdued until the chief pulled his
pistol on him.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
Discovered by a Woman.

Another great discovery has been made,
and that o, by a lady in this country.
"Disease fastened its clutches upon her,
and for seven years she withstood its
severests tests, out her vital organs were
undermined and death seemed immi-
nent. For three months she cougbed
necessarily, and could not sleep. She
finally discovered way to recovery by
purchasing OF us bottle Of DR.. Kings
New Discovery for Consumption, and
was so much relieved on taking the first
dose that she slept all night; and wtE
two bottles was absolutely cured. Her
name is Mrs. Luther Lutz." Thus
write w. c. Hammick & Co., of Shelby,
n. e. Trial bottles tree at Sale-Davis
Drug Cos. Regular size SOC. and 81. CO..
Every bottle guaranteed.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
Married at Huntington.

Mr.. L. w. Hayes of Dawson and
Miss Lille johnson were married Sun
day at the home the brides parents as
Huntington, in Sumter county, Rev.
Dean of Americas officiating. The
bride is daughter of Mr.. j. M. john
son, prominent merchant and plant
er, and is a charming and accomplished
young lady, while the groom is one Of
Terrell's most popular and successful
young farmers. Many friends of the
happy young couple extend them best
wishes for a life overlooking with joy
and prOsneritY.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13

-Mesrs. T. D. Sale, w. P. Hornady.
w. A. Baldwin and c. B Griggs havs
organized quartette. The gentlemen
all have most excellent voices, and their
numer us friends may expect to be I've
quently entranced with rich melody.
Major J W. Roberts, superintendent
of streets in the city, deserves The thanks
and piaudits of every citizen # Dawson
who appreciates good streets. Major
Roberts deserves monument.
The fruit crop in Terrell promises to
be fine this year. Trees are loaded with
young peaches, and the outlook for a
good yield of pears, plums md grapes is
very promising.
DIR. G. B. Griggs is again a citizen
Of Dawson, and has charge or the pump
ing station OF the Dawson Waterworks
Co. Mrs. GIiggs is expected here this
week from north Georgia.
Mr.. S. A. E. Vaughn, the photogra-
pher, is at Ozark. VIA, where he will
remain through next wee'-. He will
then return to Dawson for one weeks
stay.
DIR. W. L. Billiard, Columbus, Ga.
Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat diseases ex
clusivelY.
See if you can read the advertisements
OF Hornady & Cox.
The city council is having the engine
house repaired.
Fresh snap beans at Tom McGilrs.
Go to Daniels for fancy candy.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
RECRUIT The GUARDS,
Captain Clark Receives a Significant
Order.

Captain Clark Receives Sig nific ant
Order.
The following is a copy of an official
order which was received Saturday by
Captain F. w. Clark of the Dawson
Guards:
HEADQUARTERS FOURTH REGIMENT J
INFANTRY, GEORGIA VOLUNTEERS.
JAS. o. VARNADo, Colonel.
r. l.. WILLY, Captain and Adiutant.
NALDosTA, GA, April s, 1898,
Orders No. 9.
In view of the imminence of war
company commanders will take steps
without delay to increase the strength
of their companies, if possible, to the
maximum limit. BY order Colonel
Narnado. ROBERT l.. WILLY,
Captain and Adiutant.
The orders are due to the imminenCe
of war, but the measure is merely a
precautionary one. There are now a
few less than fifty members of the
Guards, and the maximum strength
to which the company can beincreased
is SO men.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
| Shake Into Your Shoes,

Alleu's Foot-Ease, powder for the
feet. 1t cures painful, swollen, smart
ing, nervous feet and instantly takes
the sting out of cOrns and bunions
It's the greatest comfort discovery Of
tAe age. Aliens FOot-Ease makes
tight or new shoes feel easy. 1t is a
certain cure for sweating, callous and
hot, tired, aching feet. Try it TO-DAY.
Sold by all druggists and shoe stores.
BY mail for 25c. in stamps. Trial
package FREE. Address, Allen 5.
OImsted, Leroy n. Y.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
Death of Mr.. BigelOw..

Mr.. w. G. Bigelow died last Thurs
day at his home south Of the city after
a weeks illness with pneumonia, aged
~ years. The burial took place at
Sardis Baptist church, of which he was
a member, Friday afternoon, Reys. NJ.
B. L. Rinion and J Howard Carpen-
ter performing the last sad rites. Mr..
Bigelow was an upright, conscientious,
hard working man, and in his death a
good citizen has passed away. wife
and four children survive him, and
these have the sympathy of many
friends.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
HOG thief Caught.

Ike West, negro who lives in the
outskirts OF the city. was arrested by
Bailtf }. n. Cook and Mr. g. r..
Lowrey yesterday morning and gwen
quarters in Jail. West had stolen two
hogs from another negro on Mr..
Lowrey's farm north Of the city. One
of these hogs was stolen Monday night
and il, with "A part Of another stolen
several days before, was recovered.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
JUDGE PILSBURY INVITED.
Americas Ge leman Asked to Deliver Me
mOriat Address,

Americas Gentleman Asked to Deliver Me.
mOrial Address.
Vie Ladies' Memorial Association
has invited Judge j. b. Pilsbury to
deliver the memorial address in DaW :
son on the goth inst, and a letter has
been received from him stating that he
will accept with pleasure if the Sum-
ter County Camp of Confederate
Veterans, of which he is commander.
Will consent for him to be absent that
day
Judge Pilsbury, who is brother of
Mr.. VIM. K. PiIsbury of Dawson, is a
polished and eloquent speaker and a
brave and loyal veteran, and if he
comes the people Of Dawson Will hear
one of the best addresses ever delivered
+ on a like occasion.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13

Mr.. Harris Quai,s, the slxteen-yeal .old
son of Mr.. and Mrs. W. b. Quails OF
Herod, died Sunday at the home Of his
parents OF hemorrage of the bowels.
he remains were inferred in the
DAWSON cemetery Monday afternoon at
O'clock, Rev. j. G. Cooley officiating 1T
me grave. The deceased was an
excellent aud promising young man, and
has uptimely demise is sincerely monrned
by many friends. Tender sympathes
aIe extended to the be, eaved ones.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
Yeterans, Meeting Postnoned.

The meeting Of the Terrell County
Camp Of Confederate Veterans called
for the 10th of this month, is postponed
to Memorial Day-uhe 10Th.
Matters Of the greatest Importance
will come beform the Camp.
Arrangements will be made looking
to the reunion in Atlanta in July.
Come out in force.
WIN. KAIGLER, Commander.
WM. X. PILsBURY, Adiutant.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
Stevens & YeOmanS,
Real Estate Agents.
FOR SArH

dwelling house, store, acres land
One mile trt M court house.
2.-The finest farm in Terrell county.
900 acres, growing crops, mules, plan
tation tools, and everything.
81 200 acres near Dover. 600 under
plow well improved. A fine farm
cheap.
400 acres 3 rallies north of Sasser.
Magnificent improvements.
$40 acres-6 mule farm 2 miles rom
Sasser. Excellent improv ements.
ga desirable home in Dawson. room
house, 2 acres of land,
7.-140 acres miles north of Dawson,
3-horse farm. We'll improved.
S.-One brick store for rent.
9.-Wans a residence TO rent to good
tenant.
l0.-Want three 150 acre farms.
STEVENS &z YEOMANC
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
CITY SCHOOL CENSUS,
ENUMERATION SHOWS INCREASE
IN SCHOOL POPULATION
Negro Children in Majority Over the
Whites. Some Interesting
Facts DeYeIOned.

Mr.. Emmett McNulty, who was en-
employed by the board of city school
commissioners to take the school censns
of Dawson, has completed the work, and
his report will show a handsome in
crease over the the enumeration of
five years ago.
The school population of the city at
present is 765 against SOB for the last
census.
OF this number BIZ are white and
44S colored. All of these are between
six and eighteen years of age.
Ssme interesting facts are developed
by the enumeration OF the 765 resi-
dents of school age II blacks have new
err attended school. Four white chill
dren come under this head. OF those
over ten years of age who can nett her
read or write there are two whites and
seventy-one blacks. Only one idiot
was discovered, and this is a negro
child.
There are 1862 white males and 155
white females; 1877 black males and
PSI black females.
Mr.. M3Nulty consumed eight and
half days in completing the census.
the cost of which to the city is $500.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
Anrfl WiSdOnl.

Be sure that your blood is pure, your
appetite good. your digestion perfect.
To purify your blood and build mp
yonr health take Hoods SarsapauIla
This medicine has accomplished re-
markable cures of all blood diseases 1t
is the One True Blood Purifier.
HOODS SarsapariIla has power to mak G
you we'll by purifying and enrchng
your blood, giving you an appetite and
nerve, mental aud digestive strength.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
Revival Services.

A prot acted meeting has been in
progress at the Methodist church since
Sunday. Pastor tombstone is being
assisted by Rev. Henry Trawick OF
Greenville, Ala, and some effective
sermons are being preached to large
Services are held daily
at 10 a. m. and 30 p. N.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
Death Of a Colored Woman.

Mrs Edith Moman, wife of Rev. D..
w. Norman, died at her home Friday
morning, April 8th, aged thirty tJo
years. Her funeral took place Satur-
day incoming at 10 O'Clock, services
being conducted by Rev. j. B. Lotion,
d. D., presiding elder Cuthbert
district A NJ. E. church. She lived a
faithful member Of the church for
fourteen years. She leaves a husband
and six children to mourn her loss.
A FRIEND.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
Blocks fancy candy at Daniels.
TEXAS WONDER.
Hall's Great Discovery.

One small bottle of Halls Great Dis
covery cures all kidney and bladder
trouble, removes gravel, cures diabetes,
seminal emissions, weak and lame
backs, rheumatism and all irreguIari-
ties of the kidneys in both men and
women. Regulates bladder troubles in
children. Ii not sold by druggist will
be sent free on receipt Of 81 CO.
One small bottle is two months treat
ment, and will cure any case above
mentioned. r. W. HALL,
Sole Manufacturer.
Postoffice box 2l8, Waco, Tex.
Sold by McLain Drug Co. in Dawson.
Canton, Ala, March 3, 1871 GER
tify that have been cured of kidney
and bladder troubles by Halls Great
Discovery (Waco, Texas, and can full
ly recommend it.
Rev. /. 3. POUNDS.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
viii Purge the Registration.

The county board of registrars will
meet tomorrow to purge the registra-
ton for the stocklaw elections in
the Sixth and Twelfth districts In
each district 23l voters have registered,
and in each the illegal registration is
about IS
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
ANY Person

wishing to know the truth in regard to
their health should not fail 20 send FIR a
valuable and new Ga page Booklet which
will be sent FREE for short time to
those who mention this paper. This
book is published by the cele-
brated physicians and specialists, Dr..
Hathaway & Co., of 225 So. Broad ST.,
Atlanta. Ca, whom
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
Arranging for May Picnic.

The committees appointed by the
Dawson Sunday schools TO arrange for
the annual May picnic Will meet at
the office of DR., L. II. Thurmond
Thursday afternoon at four o'clock.
Every mem Der is requested to be pres
emf.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13

| am now repairing stoves, making
old ones good as new. All work and
material guaranteed. Terms strictly
cash. Leave orders at Petty & Hol-
in gsWOrth's store. M. w. SMITH.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13

DR.. Tiehenor's An5iseptic is the most
wonderful healing compound offered to
the public For abrasion of the skin,
decoration of tie flesh, burns by fans or
steam, hot metal, ro e burns, ct sun
burn. ring-v orm, "poison oak" etc, it
is nently superior to anything.
one fair trial will convince the most
slxnuricaI Sold nv Farrar & Harris
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13

Salt Lake City, Utah. : Begg's Mfg.
CO.: AS general thing Lam down on
all kinds of patent medicines, but am
happily disappointed after trial of
Beeg's Cherry Cough Syrup among my
customers and patients. 1t relieves all
throat aud lung difficulties al once.
III. +. OGDEN, NJ. d.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13

The wind did considerable damage in
the eastern part of the county few days
ago. Several hundred trees were blow n
down, and many miles of fencing wa
leveled with the ground
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
Tried TO SuicIdp.

Mr.. |. Minder, the tailor who was
resident OF Dawson for several years,
took laudanum in Eufaula few days
ago with suicidal intent He took too
much of the drug, and failed to die.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13

Mr.. fJOhn A. Murchison and Miss
Ada Turner were married in the New
Eleventh district Sunday by DIR. B. f .
Brldgeman. THE News joins their
many friends in congratulations and
best wishes.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
Notice.

| am prepared to pillow your patches
and gardens on snort notice.
ALEC ANDERSON.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13

NJ. L. Yocum, Cameron, Pa, says: 81
was a sufferer for ten years, trying all
kinds of pile remedies without success.
DeWitts Witch Hazel Nalve was recon-
mended to me. | used one b,x. 1t has
effected permanent cure As per-
mauent cure for piles DeWitt's Witch
Hazel Salve has no equal.
SALE DAVIS Drug Co.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13
Artistic Crown and Bridge Work.

For artistic crown aud bridge work 1t
has been Enthusiastically and clearly dem
nstrated here that the services of sp :
cia.Ist are not required.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13

Ice cold Bon Bons, made of
Pineapple, Strawberry, Cherry
and Chocolate, served at all
times at Farrar & Harris soda
fOunt.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1898-04-13

Postofice box 2l8, Waco, Tex.
Sold by McLain Drug Co. in Dawson
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1898-05-18
THE FRIENDLY MISSION.
"S"i"s'on Has Not Yet necu Dr.
hcialiy Notified,

Warrington Hns Not Yet necu ne.
| hcialiy Notified.
washington. May 1.-THE Mexican gov
eminent has heard only unoffcially OF tho
visit 10 this country OF the son-in-law a,
President Diaz OF Mexico. Mr.. Isnacio Ds
La Tore. 1t Is understood here that hi,
visit has no ofiicial Significance In evil
denclng the friendly attitude of Mexico
toward the United States during the war
win spain as this friendly feeling has bee,
MADE quite clear during recent exchanges
between the Mexican minister OF foreign
shairs and the United States minister 10
MsAieo, General Powell Clayton, ana sun.
souuen'is by the decree OF neutrality is
- Nv Mexlco, Mr.. DE La Tore was
nnH member OF the Mexican con-
,ha , anu - ho' al present connected with
eno government except In his close personal
r.iations with President Daz. He ia
man OF large wealth, with extensive sioc.
,"' "s iho object OF his visit now il Ia
puV piopued horses and bulls for his I'M
Y.Vt"" W iherma. Hc will visit 81, I,o,ns
hahsas CITY and Chicago for business MIR
Iosts ana later Ia likely TO visit Ministor
Wuuero mere. in which case he wo,,d no
presented TO the president. our minister -
1870, n.hvlal clayton, addressed the
e., .i',hon' OF Mexico on the outbreak OF
Morascal, tho Mexican secretary ~ So,
sald' I deeply regret the conflic, Of which
your eAcellency informs me. and In ,ha
nope that It's duration may be brief hove
wy ncnor 10 say In reply. by the exnross
au'hority OF tho president that tho govern.
mcnt OF Mexico Will maintain tho strictos,
neutrality that international law rcouirss
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1898-05-18
CRANES WITHDRAWAL.

Mr., Crane has returned to Austin. Ia
has nothing further to say concerning his
Withdrawal
wynne's Fort Worth friends believe hc
viii gain large part OF Cranes strength.
Surprise was very erea, at Austin al tho
announcement.
manifesto Issued from Savers head.
quarters at Austin suggests a srar, ia,
Withdrawal iy Jester ani wynne. All
campaign literature is called In.
ccioue! wynnc says lie REGARDED Mr.
Creme cs his most formidable ANTAGONIST:
believes he will succeed to his strength
Greater confidence than ever in Jcster IA
cNrressed at Coisicara. 1t is believed n.
VIII benefit greatly by Cranes withdrawal.
Mr.. Jester SAYS posi,ivcir that nc ia IN
the race 10 stay and will net withdraw
Judge George Clark declines to he ,n,or.
viewed On tho guhernatorial situation
II Is said Grayton VIII stick to Wynn.
The San Antonio Express aud Austin
Statesman express the editorial ouin,on
that Major Savers will have an easy y,c.
tory now.
Barney Gibbs pirates OF tho statehous,
ring still; thinks there will be opnes,,,,,
10 the Galveston ticket
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1898-05-18
HAVANA ADVICEs.
French Citizens Are Icoxiuy ,h.
ssln nhs-W q nNrich Enrnrnn,n...

'rrhch citizens Are IcaxIu, a.
ss'"nds-Wcportcd Engnrcmcnts
| especial Cablo 10 The Post and Nov yorl
| hcrald copnirhicd 1895. by James COR
don ponnctt) WV
havana MAY II 0Nrom a Spanish Car
respondent Tho French man-of- war nu-
hourdieu sailed from this por, today. bu, ,
was unable 10 ascertain her destination
She carried four French passengers. who
fled rom this island AS the ship left mort
mob hIssci the fugitivol
Captain General Blanco nominated the
colonial cabinet this afternoon. confirming
the former officers.
Some American ships at s o'clock In the
morning Of last Friday attempted 10 land
troops on Tables Acnas beach Pnar del
Rio. Firing was kept up for two hours the
Spanish preventing the landing. Later
they attempted TO make n landing at Sala.
do Jarro beach, American gunboats fired
forty nine shots, but the Spaniardi PIE
vented the landing
IT Is asserted that tho Spanish artillery
fired two we'll aimed shots. the missiles
falling on the decks OF the American gum
boats,
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1898-05-18
HAVANA no MADRID.
Correspondents 10 Bc Trent~d Rs
Snirs-I;xpInsinn IL UeItcrnted.

Madrid, May l7,--lt is announced here n
a digpatch from Havana that after the ar
rival of the lIncas Off that port the tive
captured American newspaper mon were
examined. and It Is also added that the In
qGiry revealed the fact that they could not
BE- considered ns prisoners of war, but must
be- locked Up az spies, one being. 1t Is
claimed. Cuban employed in Havana
II is further alleged that upon the pris'
oilers were found rsyolvers. cartridges, In
teresiing documents and camera.
hdylces received here confirm the report
that Mr. Freeman Fialstead the American
Correspondent arrested IN Porto Rico, was
taken into custody while in the act of TAX
ing pictures OF tho Qualifications
II y. Official DISPATCHES from Sap
Juan de Porto Rico say that no warship
arrived there yesterday or today.
An official dispatch from Havana CON
firms the report OF the blowing up OF an
American vessel off Cardonas and the kill
luz OF eighteen men on board.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1898-05-18
RACK FROM GOMEZ.
Vice Consul Jova Says the Insur-
gents Are I'm GODd Spirtts.

gents Are in Good spirits.
st. Louis, Mo-, May 1T,-Annther COM
mission from General Maxine Gomez the
insurgent commander IN chief, arrived at
Key West today.
Mr.. John +. iowa. the former United
States vice consul at Sagua la Grande,
who was landed by an American gunboat
on the coast Of Cuba about ten days ago.
was picked up yesterday after an exciting
experience with a Spanish gunboat, which
the American gunboat chased into her har-
Dor Mi. iowa stated In reaching the camp
of General Gomez that the general and sew
oral thousand troops were in the hest OF
spirits and hopeful Of speedy ending OF
the present situation. Mr. Joya also re-
PORTS that Spanish troops are moving west
ward, keeping in the cities. He made
par. of the Journey along the coast in a
small boat ard was being chas, ID by a
Spanish gunboat when the American gun
beat hove In sight The Spanard though
several miles on, fred a number OF shots
at tho American vessel. The latter pro-
ceeded to pick up Mr. iowa and his two
companions CT the former consul and then
chased the Spanish gunboat, which prompt
ly scuddcd Tor safety into port.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1898-05-18
WASHINGTON.

X. NJ. Moore bas been appointed col
lector at Eagle Pass.
oBrien Moore, once of Texas, has been
made paymaster and charged up TO
Texas.
Senator Jones of Arkansas in discussing
the war revenue bill. says it is better To
suffer extra taxation than bond issue.
The house passes two bills affecting the
hours of labor.
Majority report of the house foreign
committed iavors annexation of Hawaii.
The minority members offer .igh
reasons against annexation.