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The daily morning journal and courier., 1898-12-24
As1EEP ON THE IRA oK.
Brakeman Who Had Been Sent Back to
 Signal Passenger Train.

Woonsocket, R. l., Dec. 23.-Mark J. Cole, a brakeman on the New York, New Haven and Hartford railroad, was struck and fatally injured by a passen- a rear brakeman on a freight and had been sent back to signal the passenger train. The men on the latter train saw Coles red light and stopped the train, but not in time to avoid running over the brakeman, who, they say, was asleep on the track. He died from his injuries a few hours later.
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PREMIER SAGASTA VERY ILL
HIS CONDITION IS NOV CA USING
 CRATE ANXIETY.
Queen Regent Sends Her Own Physi- clan to Attend Him-Slx Others In COn- sultation-Iliness Aggravated by the Strain of Recent Events.

Madrid, Dec. 23.-The condition of Senor Sagasta, the premier, now causes grave anxiety. Six physicians were in consultation this afternoon regarding his condition and concurred that he is suffering from bronchial pneumonia, with high temperature and an unfavorable absence of expectoration. The news papers express great sympathy. There is no doubt that his illness is aggravat- ed by the strain of recent events. The queen regent, twice during the day, telephoned inquiries as to his condition and has sent her own physician to at tend him. The list of callers at the premiers residence includes all the for eign diplomats and a host of other dis tinguished persons. Senor Alonjandro Groizard, minister of justice, is acting premier
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Riley Grammar Refnstated.

New York, Dec. 29.-Riley Grammar was reinstated by the stewards of the Jockey club to-day. Grammar was ruled off in 1896. for violating the rules pro- hibiting the giving of presents to jock eys by any one other than the owner for whom the jockey rides. Grammar took the case to the courts, but was beaten there. His reinstatement is a voluntary act on the part of the club.
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THE POPE TO HIS CARDINALS.
Refers to the "Sinister Events of 1s9s'--
 The Church in Italy,

Rome, Dec 23.-The pope to-day at the reception and Christmas greeting to the cardinals and other prelates ap- peared to be in excellent health. Re- plying to their congratulations, he re- ferred to the sinister events of 1898" and said it was high time the govern ments of Europe united to stop "un- heard-of outrages and savage extermin ations. But the pontiff added, 'this could not be expected until the fear of God, the basis of all morality, is reviv- ed in the conscience of the people and becomes the guiding star of the people in the organization of states
 In regard to the proposition of the church in Italy, the pope pointed out that the symptoms were not reassuring for the new year. He added that the conditions imposed upon the head of the church in violation of his dignity and rights were not enough for now if it sought to cast odium upon the press which openly espoused the defense of his interests and the interests of relig- ion and morality" Continuing, the pontiff remarked Further rigors threaten the clergy, although they are the class furtherest removed from sedi- tious designs. The obedience of the clergy to the apostolic see, whose rights they have defended and whose inten- tions they seconded, is now being con- strued as a political offense. Never theless, imbued with the sense of their hiph mission and dI1ty the clergy will not yield either to clamors or menaces, and the frmness is finding response in numerous laymen deeply imbued with love for the papacy. It is thus, by the cooperation of the clergy and laity, that the salvation of coming generations is assured"
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HELD UNDER $1,5oo BONDS.
Case Against Miller, Charged With
 Theft, Continued.

James B. Miller, the divinity student arrested Thursday evening on charge of theft of books from Augur's art store and suspected of a long continued series of stealing books from the va rious stores in the city, was arraigned in the city court yesterday morning. Attorney Richard Tyner appeared for the accused and asked for continu- ance until next Wednesday, which was granted. Bonds were fixed at $1,500 and were furnished by Clinton H. Bird of PA Orchard street, who took as se- curity Miller's savings bank deposit books, on which about $1, 400 is credited to the accused.
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H4MPSHIRE COUNTY NATL. BANK.
To Petition Comptroller for Permission
 to RcOronuiZe

Northampton, Mass, Dec. 23-By vote of 1,513 shares to 40 the stock holders of the defunct Hampshire County National bank of this city to- day voted to petition the comptroller of the currency for permission to re- organize the institution with a capital of $50 OOO-$1CO, 900 being the balance of assets after settlement of liabilities. and $50. GOO new stock.
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ANOTHER NEJY FEET.
One Dollar Silver Certificate of tho
 Series of 1896.

Washington, Dec. 23.-A new counter felt one dollar silver certificate has been discovered, It is of the series of 1896, Bruce registrar, Roberts treasurer, and apparently printed from photo-etched plates on heavy bopd paper. No at tempt has been made to initiate the silk fibre, and the treasury number has been traced with blue writing fluid, which blurs when dampened, as does the red coloring applied to the seal. The exc cution is poor and the work would de- ceive only the most careless handlers.
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VAR PRIZE RELEASED.
Steamer OIindo Rodriguez Captured by
 the Cruiser New Orleans.

Charleston, s. C., Dec. 2S.-In the United States district court here, to-. cision discharging the Olindo Rodri- guez, the French steamship made a prize of war by the cruiser New Or leans on July IT. The ship belonged to the Trans-Atlantique line. Judge Braw- ley releases the ship on the ground that the blockade at San Juan was not ef- fective on the 9th of July in the sensel in which the term is accepted by na- tions.
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Arbuckles Cut Sugar Again.

Chicago, Dec. 23.-The western head quarters of Arbuckle Brothers to-day announced another cut in the price of refined sugar Quotations of 5.14 cents per pound were made to retail dealers direct jobbers ignored. This is about 3-16 of a cent below the American Sugar Refining companys price. The reduc- ton in prices made by the Arbuckles has not been met by the trust.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1898-12-24
GERM1N MEAT BILL.
Ambassador Won HOIieben Believes
 America Will "QuietIy Yield"

Berlin, Dec. 23.-At the annual con- vention of the conservative party in east Prussia to-day Count Klinkow- stroen, referring to the meat inspection law, said that when Dr. Won Holleben, German amba ssador to the United States, was asked, during his recent visit. how the United States would re- ceive the bill, he replied that the Americans were very sensitive with regard to petty vexations," but that, if a strong law were adopted, they would quietly yie,d."
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SOLDIERS FROZEN TO DEPTH.
Several Hundred of Montenegro Over
 taken by Snow storm.

London, Dec. 24.-The Vienna corre- spondent of the Daily Telegraph says: Several hundred Montenegrin soldiers, who were recently overtaken by a snow storm in the Lara Pass, were frozen to death. The expedition sent to their res cue found the snowdrifts so heavy that it was impossible to save them"
The daily morning journal and courier., 1898-12-24

able to govern themselves. Cuba at present certainly is in no condition to govern itself. The question of what shall become of Cuba will not be settled for a year at least, and possibly for two or three years. In the meanwhile the military government of the United States will go on."
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BoundOyer for Arson

Berlin, Dec. 23.-William Dedozitz was bound over to the superior court by Justice E. E. Austin this afternoon under S2000 bonds on a charge alleging arson in setting fire to the house of Frank Lawyrntz on March 15 last. h default of bail the man was locked up.
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AGUlNALDO'S AGENTS APPEAL
LETTERS ADDRESSED TO UNITED
 STATES SENATOR HALE.
Also Sent to Senators Hoar and Vest Who Are Opposed to Annexation of the Philippines Tho Filipinos Desire an Alliance and Citi- zenship and Not Subjugation.

Washington, Dec. 2S.-Senator Hale received yesterday two letters from Filipinos in London touching, the pro- posed annexation of the Philippine Is- lands. The first letter is from Agoncil- 10, the Filipino representative, who came to Washington on behalf of Agui- naldo, and later went to Paris with the hope of influencing the peace commis- sion. The letter is as follows:
 London, Dec. 10, 1898. To the Hon. Eugene Hale:
 S1r-The opening of the present ses- sion of the American senate will put you in position to influence the just and good understanding between the American and the Filipino nations, and beg you to help my efforts to this end. Like America, the Philippines will grow prosperous and happy if instead of sowing oppression and militarism and their inevitable consequences, war and disorder, the senate of the United States, complying with the expectation of my countrymen and the formal promises made before the war by all
  the American administration, will rec- ognlze the importance of elf-govern- ment in the Philippines and thus pro- claim the everlasting friendship and al- lance of our two countries joined by their common sentiments created in the field of honor, combating as comrades for justice and humanity. Do, pray, help the Filipinos to obtain their noble aspirations. I intend to return to America at the first opportunity and will not fail to personally offer you the assurance of my high respect and con- sideration. I am sir, your most obedi- ent servant. Filipe Agoncillo. The second of these letters reads as follows:
 London, Dec. 13, 189S Senator Eugene Hale, Capitol, Wash ington:
 Sir: We have addressed to George P. Hoar, United States senator for Massa- chusetts, the following cable: Filipinos | everywhere congratulate and thank you, Hale and Vest, for noble efforts against military rule, colonial expan- sion. We want American alliance, cit izenship, not subjugation. Pray you op- pose military occupation.
 Filipino Committee, London We beg to confirm the foregoing re- | quest and pray you to complete. your noble task by opposing military occu- patton of the islands by the American army. General Aguinaldo has estab- lished in the Philippines regular and orderly civil and military administra- tion and everybody there approves an3 obeys his commands and those of his authorities Life, property and the le- gitimate rights of all are respected, or- der prevails everywhere under his gov- ernment The American officers mili- tary and naval in Manila and Cavite maintain a regular connection, such as is required by the conity of nations. with the recognized authorities. Why disturb these peaceful conditions by the enforcement of an American mili- tary occupation. We are sir, your most obedient servants,
 F. Madingal, Chairman.
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Nayy to Economizc.

Washington, Dec. 2S.-The navy de- n.rtment sent out a general order to- dav to all of the nine naval stations tbat the strictest economy is to be ex- ercised in all expenditures of money by tbe departments officers.
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Body of Percy M. Jnrrav.

Cambridge, Mass, Dec. 23.-The body of Percy M. Jafray, Harvard's center, whose unexpected death occurred yes- terday, was sent to his home, Irvington- On-The-Hudson, N. r., this afternoon.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1898-12-24
Shoplifter Arrested

Supernumerary William Casey, who is on duty at the Edward Malley com pany's store during the holidays, ar rested last evening a man who gave his name as Bergstand. who had taken a pair of gloves valued at $1.75 from the store.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1898-12-24
Pence Commission Home.

New York, Dec. 23.-The steamer St. Louis from Southampton, with the Unit ed States peace commission on board, arrived at Quarantine at a. m., and will remain there until daylight She was not boarded.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1898-02-23
PRINcEToN,s SILENT JEHUs.
Their 1nsenuity In Getting hrornd $ Lo
ca! flons:cr ordnance.

ca! uoGs:cr ordnance.
GAS l stepped to change cars at
Princeton, Ind, said gentleman who
has just arrived il the city from Ken
tucky, 81 was greatly puzzled at the
sight which met my eyes. Though my
home is near Princeton, had never
been in the town before and had no
personal knowledge Of the people who
lived there There was great silence at
the railway station, and, though many
persons were moving about. no one ut
tered a word. Is it town Of deaf
mutes?; I said to myself.
'But presently IL: eyes were Blinded
by many small mirrors, as it seemed to
mo, casting dozen Shadows il riy eyes
from the hands Of rs many bcrly ne
groes. It seemed no matter Of fua to
them to cast these shadows. They were
grimacing, comforting their faces and
twisting their fingers in manner
strange to see No deaf ,nutes, but
lunatics, said to myself, end I began
to look for some safe means Of exit.
But these dumb, grinacirg creatures
were on all sides Of the platform and as
I advanced Que way or the other these
at that point iunged toward me and l
saw was prisoner.
s.It was frlghtful feeling for few
moments, and then q rational explana-
ton of the scene was made. Ccnquering
my timidity, went boldly to one OF
the biggest Of the black men, and, seiz-
ing him by the shoulder, said, as
hypnotist might say, What do you
mean by casting shadows in my eyes?'
The man caught me by the coat sleeve
and Whispered in my ear: 'I'll tell you,
boss, but l has to whisper, cause we
amt allowed to talk. You hos to come
to me. I can't como and git you. They
won't let US stand on the platform.
''Then 1 found ont that these silent
men had once been the vociferative,
shouting hackmen who make themselves
SO omnipresent on the platform stations
of most small towns. The good people
of Princeton determined to live in peace
and quiet, and, by act Of the city coun-
Gil, they prohibited the hackmen from
using their voices But even this did
not abate the nuisance. The hackmen
would run up to the train and almost
carry away their patrons by force. So
the city council passed law forbidding
them to stand on the platform. Deprived
of speech and power of locomotion,
these hackmen had a happy thought.
Each one bought a bright tin plate and
had the name Of his hotel embossed on
the plate in raised letters. So they all
stand there, waving their tin plates and
never uttering a sound. st. Louis
Globe Democrat.
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This Billican ba,rnisled mp daily.
all unknown TO his father, was also talk
ing classes at the veterinary college
upon most ingenious system of alter
native truantry. He attended his med
ical professors upon such days as it was
likely that cards would be called for.
And in addition to this he procured a
certain interim continuity in his studies
by getting look at another fellow S
iotes -
Billiam's "piggery'' in Montgomery
street, as it was called by the few Of
his comrades who had ever seen its Sc
crets, was something to wonder at. In
stead of taking comfortable sitting
room and bedroom in we'll frequented
and sanitary neighborhood Billiam en-
tered into the tenancy CT an entire suit
of rooms upon the garrett floor of cne Of
the high Glands" which are distinc-
tive feature of the old quarter Of st.
Leonards.
Within this tumble down dwelling
Billiam found himself in possession Of
five large rooms, with wide windows
and in some instances with skylights
also. He was to pay at the modest rate
Of So in the half year for the lot. Bill
liam counted down his first quarter s
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TRAINS GOING NORTH.

sDaily. fDaily except Sunday.
No. 53 runs through TO Charleston, 8. c.,
We Central R. R., arriving Naming 5S p.
M, Lanes 2 Sc pm, Charleston 8 IS P. m.
Trsioc on Conway Branch loaYe CHAD.
bourn II 43 a. a., a77;re at Conway
wsy2 Pm, returning ieeVs Ccnway at
245 p. "a, live Chadbcurn Is ?. m
lesve Chsdao1rn 45 p. n., arrive at Enb at
c IS p. m.. returrlag leave hub so g. IA.
arrive ct Chadtou.7 SIS e. N. Daily e1-
ceps Sunday.
fDaily excep: Sunday.
J. X. kENaY, Gen'l Manager.
T. u. EMERSON. Traffic Manager.
q. NJ. EMERSON, Cen! Pass. Agent.
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THE CARE OF PEARLS.
Even a Drop of Lemonade Is sumcient to
Ruin Their Appearance.

Even Drop Of Lemonade Is Sufficient to
Ruin Their Appearance.
American girls are fond of pearls and
have no superstitious fears that they
mean clears. Itmay not be known to
the possessors Of these gems that pearls
are regarded as "well" or ell" from a
jewelers. point Of view. Like human
beings, they require fresh air to be kept
alive. In other words, they must be
worn and not remain too long in clos
ed case. Judges of pearls can tell by
looking at them whether the gem is
"lucido'' (clear and healthy, or wheth-
er it is beginning to be an invalid. Ex-
perts talk Of pearls dying, they some
times becoming discolored and turning
black.
a black pearl may be a handsome
stone, but it has not the evanescent
rainbow suggestions to be seen in a
milky or rosy pearl. Italian women,
who know great deal about pearls
wear their necklaces and "ropos'' con-
stantly. This gives them the light and
air required by the mysterious forma-
tions, and yet they are not exposed to
the chances of discoloration by being
touched with acid.
1t is easier to keep pearls in fair con-
dition when they are set in lacepin
or in necklaces It is hard to care for
them in a finger ring. One must be care
full to remove them not only in washing
the hands, but they should never be
worn when there is likelihood of being
touched BY food or drink.
About a month ago the owner Of a
beautiful pink pearl worn in a finger
ring was alarmed to find the stone was
darkening and becoming covered with
an opaque dark crust. She took it to her
jeweler, who pronounced it case OF
"scale. He told her the delicate sub
stance had been in contact with some
acid, and as she insisted this had not
happened he reminded her that drop
Of lemonade would be sufficient to do
the mischief. She then remembered
drinking lemonade while the ring was
on her ungloved hand.
The only remedy for scale is remov-
al of whole layer of the pearl. This is
an excessively delicate business, which
should be done by an expert workman,
and never undertaken by apprentice
hands. 1t is costly business and re-
duces the size and value of the pearl
that must undergo the operation. Phil
adelphia Record.
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liam's three chairs.
.sTake one" said the student polite
y, but Dr. Macfariane preferred to
stand till he knew exactly where he
was.
''I have the honor Of addressing
he said and paused
"William Reginald setoun O1ni-
thvaite, . said Dilliau quietly.
"You are a doctor?' que-ied lis Wis
itcr.
"By 70 means. I an cnly student, -
said Bi1liana quickly, "brt I give these
people hand with anything they bring
alcng.
edo you possess any Qualifications
persisted Dr. Maefarlane.
."Qralihcation::" said Billia1n, a lit
tie perplexed. "WcE, I've been patch
ing up dogs legs and things Ell my lie. y
"But, sir, - cried the doctor iaciG-
nantly, this is no better thar IN equiv
ocation. I heard you with rly own cars
prescribing for the man who went out
just now-an old patient Of my own il
I mistake ret. Ard I saw ycu with
these eyes taking fee fro1a hir, as he
passed through the door. Are you aware,
sir, that the latter is an indictable
offense?'
Billiam smiled with his usual quietly
infinite tolerance.
cdr. Macfarlanc,' he said, est may
sound strange to you, but the fact is
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His Autograph.

Ills Autograph.
"You are the celebrated Mr. Chumley
Jones, believer
'.That is my name, sir. What can I
do for you?''
"Well. Mr.. Jones, came to ask you
for your autograph. =
"My autograph? Delighted, I'm sure!
Have you any preference as to its form:'
"If it is all the same to you, Mr.
Jones, should prefer it at the bottom
of check for $50, made to the order OF
Snip s. Cuttum, tailors- You have the
bill, believe. ''-Harper's Bazar
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lads with dogs between their knees
girls holding cats in baskets, middle
aged women nursing birds in cages.
They talked to each other in subdued
tones or to their pets in reproving whis-
pers. Sometimes a dog would become
excited by the voice of cat complain
ing OF bonds and Imprisonment near
him, but he would be promptly cuffed
into submission by his master, or
canary would suddenly futter against
the bars, warned by instinct of the
proximity of so many enemies.
Mostly, however, there was respect
full silence The doctor stood awhile
rooted in amazenent and did not even
take any notice when several of his
former patients nodded affably across
to him.
Presently, from an inner room, there
came forth hard featured man, carry
ing large book under his arm. Billiam
followed behind him, his shock of hair
tossed and rumpled. He was STOPPING
forward and eagerly explaining some
thing to the man. So intent was he
upon the matter in hand that he passed
the doctor without so much as noticing
him.
"And I'll look in and see how the
pair of you have got on tomorrow, )"
Billiam said, shaking the hard featured
man warmly by the hand at the door.
Billiam turned and for the first time
looked the doctor fair in the face.
My name-is Dr. Macfarlane. lave
a practice in this neighborhocd, said
the physician land should like the
favor Of few words with you. 10
Certainly: by all means-with
pleasure, /" replied Eill;am. Come THE
way"
And they went together into the SEC
ond of the Montgomery street garrets.
It was nearly as bare of furniture as the
first. There was no more than a table,
some bottles and an instrument case.
while round the room, arranged SO as to
make the most of themselves, stood Bill
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TRAINS GOING NORTH.

sDaily, fDsily except Sunday.
Trains 80 and 36 carry through Ppllman
Palace Bnffst Sleeping Cars between New
York aud Macon via Augusta
T. NJ. Emerson, b. NJ. Emerson,
Traffic Manager, Gen. Pass. Agt
]. R. Henley, Gen'l Manager.
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Trains between Millard and ST. Paul leave
Sillard 70 is a N aod 45 p M, arriving
St. Paul 10 Is a N and 55 p n. Returning
leave ST. Paul 10 35 10 and 10 p n, and
arrive Mllard 10 45 10 and 20 . "a. Dali
ly except Sunday.
*Daily except Sunday.
THJaAs WILSoN'
Predsient.
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WILMINGTON, COLUMBIA AND AUGUs
Tn RAILROAD.
CONDENSED SCHEDULE.
TRAINS GOING SOUTH.

No. 50 rune through from Charleston VIA
Central r. g., leaving Charleston n,
lanes 32s a. m., Hanring 05 8. m.