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Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23

They are Wen aud Doing Well in
Every way.


TO the Editor Of the Optic
4 CAMP CHURcHdAN, Ca. Dec. II, 'es.
We are now on our sixth month Of
service in the volunteer army. and
while most Of as have benefited our
selves In health. experience. sight see
ing. ETC., the prospect Of another six
months is not refreshing as one might
suppose, even in foreign country
where the environments are entirely
new.
E II anyone thinks that the life Of q
soldisfin garrison duty is an Idle one,
be is laberIns tunder a delusion, for 1t
takes our entlre time to keep the COM
|psny street. our tents and kitchen in
good order, drill. wash and shine our
shoes for inspection and retreat, and
dozens of other things that we some
times think unnecessary, but which l
suppose is the best thing for us to do,
for in the army as well as civil life
idleness breeds everything that is bad.
Company F has reputation to main
tain and the members take pride in
doing 1t. There has not been single
inspection but what we have carried
off the hanors, and as look down our
company street this marning there is
not a bit Of paper even the size Of q
postage stamp to be seen on the ground,
nor cigarette or match stub in sight.
The boards around the tents are white
washed once week and our tents are
as clean and well kept as any household
in the land.
We have had some cold weather here
and especially cold nights. but for the
past week it has been warm and de-
lightful, and the men 60 in their shirt
sleeves during the day. ~
Christmas is but one week away and
we all expect good Christmas dinner.
1 understand that our company is to
have turkey stuffed with oysters, cram
berry sauce, and cake. This will not
be at government expense but out of
our company fund, which by the way
is in the nsighborhood of $220-earned
out of our store at Whipple Barracks
and canteen at Lexington.
Since peace has been finally deter
mined, Capt. Reid has approved the APP
piicatiops for discharge of all the men
of families in our company. Other Of
Hcers ia this regiment have not done
this and it yet remains to be seen
whether we will get our discharges ap-
proved higher up the line. There is
quite number of men of Co. T who
expect to be discharged soon on account
Of physical disability. but do not re-
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23
suppressIne Free Speech.

DEDHAM, Mass, Dec. 2S.-Torrey E.
Wardner, editor of the Boston Traveller,
was sentenced to thirty Gays in the
Dedham jail today for contempt of
court in permitting the publication of
comments and editorials on the Get
chell case, which. in the courts opinion,
would have Influenced the minds of the
jury had the paper containing the mat
ter reached the court house before the
case was submitted for final considera-
ton. Engineer Getchell, of the New
York, New Haven & Hartford railroad,
was charged with manslaughter in con-
nection with a railroad collision last
August.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23
Beys GOOD sult. for sa- nfsIa.s.
DyIneLIke Sheer.

NRw YORK, Dec. ga dispatch to
the World, from Havana. says: Hs-
vana's death rate is astounding. Theie
are between fifty-five and seventy-five
deaths here each day, majority from
malarial fever, typhoid claiming the
uext largest number of victims and
other types of fever about the same.
The mortality last week was at the an
nual rate of 106 in every 1000 popula-
tion. This week it will be higher. All
the hospitals are overcrowded and no
more patients can be received.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23

La Grippe Epidemic.

NEW YORK, Dec. 23.-The epidemic
of Ia grippe in this city and Brookly
las reached alarming proportions.
Many deaths occur daily. Philadel-
phia reports thousands of cases. Five
deaths are reported from Baltimore
with 10000 cases and the disease spread
ing rapidly.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23
Mrs. RotkIn Testifies.

SAN FRANCISCO, Dec 2S.-Mrs. Cor
della Botkin was on the witness stand
in her own defense today. She en-
phatically denied that she wrote the
anonymousletters sent to Mrs. Dunning
or mailed the candy which caused the
death of Mrs. Dunning and her sister,
Mrs. Deane.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23
AT ALMOST cosr.

The Rathbun Shoe. Co.. have on hand
large line Of John B. .Ststson hats and
j. "A. Banister shoes and other staple
and standard makes Of shoes and hats,
which they are selling st greatly re-
duced prices. If in need of anything
don't fail to see their line before pur-
chasing elsewhere. 38-6t
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23

4 lust Iudee.

CLEVELAND. Ohio. Dec. 23-Ju6ge
Dissstte Of the criminal court today
sustained The demurrer to the indict-
menk returned against Ex-mayor F. Il.
MnGowan of Trenton. N. j.. Mrs. Ma
oowan and AIRS. Wynn. Mrs. Magow-
sn,s sister, upon the charge Of child
stealing. The court ordered ail de-
fsndanls discharged, saying i Ii no
crime for 9 mother to steal her ewn
ella IN Ohio
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23
A Sweet proposItIon.

CHICAGO, Dec. 2s.-The western
headquarters of Arbuckle Brothers to-
day announced another cut Of refined
sugar. Quotations of 81 cents per
pound were made to retail dealers direct,
jobbers being ignored. This is about
S-16 cents below the American Sugar
refining company's prices.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23
Echeap, choice sterling silver Ilf.la'..
Sampson Comes to Town,

New YORK, Dec. 23.-The U. s.
cruiser New York from Havana arriv-
ed here today. Admiral Sampson and
Mrs. Sampson are on board. To news
paper men who boarded the New York
at quarantine, Sampson said that he
had come home to attend his daughters
wedding, January 4, at Glen Ridge,
New Jersey.
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oils 5c. to 81. So-Iifeld,s.
Dewev at the Head

New YORK, Dec. as.-The Press says:
Christmas day Rear Admiral Dewey
will become the ranking officer in the
active service of the United States
Navy. Rear Admiral Bunce now holds
that place, but has reached the age
limit.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23
100. toys a. 1lfeld's.
CAPITALIST Gone

CHICAGO, Dec. 23.-Edward f. Law
renee. one of the most prominent capi-
talists in Chicago. associated with many
large financial interests, died today af-
ter short illness. He was born in
Massachusetts, in 1886.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23
ss,sS-sin silver spoon.-Ilf.ld's.
Hurrah For Hitt.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 23-The indica-
tions are that Robert E. Hit, of Illi-
nois, chairman of the house foreign af-
fairs committee, has been asked to ac-
oept the ambassadorship to Russia. !,
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23

For sale at d bargain, der Rising Sun
dre place heater. ! Uses hard coal hot air
attachment If desired, VIII heat six
rooms. eau be seen at the residence of
A. r. Buck. 22-lm
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Nor GUILTY..

OMAHA, Neb., Dec. 23.-Jury has
returned a verdict of not guilty in the
case of W. F. Bechel, ex-auditor of the
Pacific Express company, charged with
embezzlement.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23

Christmas lilies. silk handkerchiefs.
Chinese and Japanese dishes. flrs works
and other Christmas goods. All cheap.
Hang Wah Lee, near Normal. 2l-2m
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23

CHICAGO, Dec. 3d. -Cattle-Receipts.
$500; strong; beeyes; S390@5.7o; cows
and heifers. $200@4f6; Texas steers,
50 40@4.65; stockers and feeders, 1886
04.40.
Sheep-Receipts, 5000; steady; native
sheep 81 50@4.25; westerns, $S00@4.20;
lambs, $3.75@5.40.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23

See that large and beautiful line Of
cut glass imported china gold and sill
yer ware suitable for Christmas pres
ents at 2. Fl. Dolls. 41.2t
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23
Money Savers in Christmas Fancy Work.

Complete lines OF stamped linens, g up.
Tinted table covers beautifully fringed
at Acc.
sofa pillows at SOC, bargain at Toe.
Table runners. pure linen, knotted fringe
and stamped at 25c.
Importers sale of handkerchiefs-235
doz lot, is quite quantiny, but we have
them and shall sell them at prices abso.
lutely below what other merchants pay for
equal quality. Don't delay. The lot COM
prises elegant lace trimmed handkerchiefs,
beautifully embroidered bandkerchiefs,
fancy corners, drawn work, aud embroi-
dered initials. Seven bargains:
Bargsin Lot lat DC worth 1910
2-at TIC l5c
3-at loo 4" Zoe
g 4--at 121zc z 25c
Cat 20c 4" $50
Tat 25c g z5c
81 % ladies' 6-button hid gloves, al sizes
and coIors at 75o.
500 boys REFERS at $1.50.
800 boys knee pant suits at $l'za.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23
Boys roll top deshs-Ilfsld's.

Fred Phillips has taken the place of
james. his brother, in the employ of
the Western-Union, and. James is now
working for the steam laundry.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23

Conductor West, of the Santa Fe
branch run, will visit his family and
old home in Ration, during the Christ
mas holidays.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23

To-day, Ilfeld's received the children's
rockers. that many were wishing for
Christmas presents
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23
Monex Marlet

New YORK, Dec. 23.-Money on call
nominally at 2@211 per cent. Prime
mercantile paper, $685. per cent.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23
IN zee aRooERYLINll

EvERETHING IN THE GROCERY LINE
Christmas turkeys and chickens,
cranberrles, sweet potatoes, apples, cider
and mince meat. A full and complete
line of nuts, lemons. oranges, fresh
cakes and bread. Also a complete line
of the finest fresh candies at Peterson's.
Welcome to ALL 41-2t
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23
The SDorIeder Boot & Shoe Co.
Special Sale Misses and ChiIdren's Shoes

Just received this line of shoes. which should have
been here a month ago. Coming in late we offer
these special prices to move them
Children's Vici Kid Lace and Button, sizes 5-8 S5c
ChiIdrens ViCi Kid Lace and Button sizes to ST.
Misses Vici Kid Lace and Button sizes I3 to SI.25
ChIdren's Box Calf Lace, sizes to g. SI.OO
Chdren's Box Calf Lace sizes 9 to II SL25
Misses Box Calf Lace, sizes I3 TO 2 SI.5o
Little Gents Calf Lace sizes 9 to II SI.oo
Little Gents Kid Lace, sizes to 3 SI.OO
All frstcass Shoes made in the latest styles These Shoes
for Cash only
FL Masonic II mpIe. e
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skates--3oc. and up-nfeld's.
Another Treatv.

New YORK, Dec. 2S-A special to
the Herald, from Washington says
SAL danger of further friction between
the United States and Great Britain are
ever. The construction of the Nicaragua
Canal will shortly be removed by the
abrngation of the Clayton-Bulwer
treaty. Your correspondent is in po-
sition to authoritativsly state that Sir
Julian Pauncefots, the British ambas-
sador, has received or will receive with
In few days positive instructions to
enter upon negotions with Secretary
Hay for the preparation of new
treaty guaranteeing the neutrality of
the canal.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23

White .enameled doll furniture was
received today at Ilfelds. It
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23
MARKETS.
Kansas CITY stocIr

KANSAS CITY, Dec. 23.-Cattle-
Receipts, $500; strong ei; na-
tive steers, $3.00@5i5; Texas steers,
$2.75@4.25; Texas cows, $1.75@325:
native cows aud heifers, SI.50@425:
stockers and feeders, S2.35@4.S5; bulls,
S205@$3.45.
Sheep-Receipts. 1000; strong; lambs,
$3.OOQ5.25; muttons, $3.O0@4.60.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23

NEW YORK, Dec. %. Silver 5ssl
Lead $500.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23

Engraving free Of charge at ?. Il.
Dolls. 4l-2t
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tnrsd old Santa's fancy and are sure to
with every one who IL competent to Judge.
We have secured pick lot of zoe OF 'em,
we'll made aud warranted to fit. Sure to
satisfy you In price. style and quality at 48c
75c, 81. 10, $1.2S, sI.75 and $500.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23

w sHINeToN, Dec 23.-Information
has reached the administration that the
local governments of cities In Cuba and
Puerte Rico are constantly being be-
sieged by promoters with a view to Sc
cure valuable railroad and other fran
chises and concessions below their
value. The matter was discussed at
today's cabinet meeting. Instructions
will be sent to the military governors to
veto grants found to be not in the in
tsrests Of the people or secured below
their real value.
THANKS MCKINLEY.
The following has been recsived
from Havana: Mckinley, president
Of the United States: The city council
in solemn session resolved in the name
OF the people of Havana to return its
warmest thanks to you for the contri-
buttons sent in aid of the needy poor.
(Signed) MARQUIS EsTEBAN,
President"
THE FLAG uF AGAIN.
HAVANA. Dec. 23.-The Cubans
entered the residence Of Marquis Pinar
del Rio yesterday and compelled him to
cry sylvia Cuba Libre' The marquis
one of the richest men on the island
and Of a noted family. He complained
to Captain General Castellanos. The
Lote on the subject was sent to the
American evacuation commission. The
marquis and other prominent Spaniards
are determined to leave Cuba, their
friends say, ''unless the United States
establishes strong, government and
they are assured of ample protection.
The joint evacuation commissions
held meeting this morning. The u.
). flag was formally hoisted over Car
Genas yesterday by Lieut. G. r. Sey-
burn, of the Eight regulars.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23
DESIRES CONSTRUCTION.

LONDON, Dec. 2S.-There seems to
be little doubt that Great Britain agrees
to abrogate the Clayton Bulwer treaty.
Great Britain desires that the Nicara-
guam canal be constructed and is will
ling the Uniied States should control it
IL the United States guarantees neutral
ity and safeguards British interests.
The impression here is that the British
foreign office and the United States
charged d'affairs, Henry White, will
arrange basis of action.
TIE COST OF 1T.
NEW YORK, Dec. 23.-The prelimi-
Hsry report of the Nicaraguan Canal
commission, consisting Of General
Haines, Admiral Walker and Prof.
Haupt, has been completed and will be
read before the senate committee either
during the Christmas recess or soon
after. On its figures $l35000,000 will
be conservative estimate Of the sntire
cost of the canal.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23

And Sl<irts-Yes, DRESS SKIRTS
rAhAA 0NAA - or UNnERSKIRTS--
the like Of which for correctness Ia styles
quality of material and Iowness In price,
were never shown insLas Vegas. Dress
Skirts at 81 .35, $780, $I.75, $500, 81 80 s. 90
and upwards. Undsrskirts at 50c. 7bc,
81. 90, 81 80, $500, $3.50, $3 80, $3.50 and up.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23

Grand, new sideboaros-1Ifsld,s.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23

Finest, cheapest drawn work-Ilfsla's
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-12-23
Job Printing

Il a IL NunerouI anl a
verss kranches fsns e Il
sheaid - - ThE OPTIC -
Rosms.
West Virginia daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1894-1902, 1898-10-13
How to Prevent Croup.

We have two children who are
subject to attacks of Group. When
ever an attack is coming ON my
wife gives them Chamberlain S
Cough Remedy and it always pre-
vents the attack. 1t is household
necessity in this county, and no
matter what else we run out of, it
would not do to be without Cham
berlain's Cough Remedy More OF
it is sold here than of all other
cough medicines combined j. M.
Nickle, of Nickle Bros, merchants,
Nickleville, Pa. For sale by c. w.
Grier.
West Virginia daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1894-1902, 1898-10-13

]. Slidell Brown, editor of the
Kingwood Argus, is here as a del
egate to the K. of P. grand lodge.
Mr.. Brown last visited our city
when the editorial association met
here He says that people outside
OF our city can talk all they NAV
please to do, but in his judgment
we are entitled to the name of the
Greatest town on earth" He says
If this is not true he would like to
know of another town in this state
or any other state that can show all
its streets aud alleys paved, fine
water works. fire department, sew
erage, gas and electric lights, such
fine schools and churches, business
places and so on. Mr.. Browns
head is level.
West Virginia daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1894-1902, 1898-10-13
REPUBLICAN sPEECHMAKING.
Hon. b. II. DOVener and Charles II
Caldwell Open the Campaign.

Caldwell Open the Campaign.
The time has arrived for the as
servation of party principles, the
antagonism of political divisions
and tbs mailing of the proverbial
campaign lie. Last evening the re-
republican contingent had their first
inning In front Of the city building,
and two representatives of that
party voiced their sentiments and
qualified their predictions.
The autumnal GOODNESS of the
evening did not dampen the ardor
or cool the enthusiasm of the camp
followers, and at $50 quite an gu.
dience had assembled about the
speakers stand. On the platform
were the Hon. B. B. Dovener, O.
w. o. Hartman, Of Middlebourne,
Hon. Charles 7. Caldwell, of Par
kersburg, Mayor Lawrence, Post.
master Work, Robert Moore, Esq.
Colonel w. G. Turner, Abe Cutler,
R. R. Moore, Mr.. Gardner and
Chas. Carter all Of this city. Robert
Moore introduced the chairman of
the meeting, 0. w. 0. Hardman,
who in a felicitous speech opened
the way for Representative Dove
ner. Mr.. Dovener denied the as
sertion of the opposition that there
were no issues this fall.
He Contended for three issues
protection to American industries,
the basic principles of sound money
and the retention of conquered ter
ritory. He decried the efforts of
the democratic party to belittle the
importance of this falls election
and warned those Of his own faith
not to become apathetic. but to
strain every effort to win success
for the G. 0. p. He reiterated the
tenets OF his party, aud his cham
pionship Of every prominent party
measure introduced into Congress
during his incumbency of the office
OF representative, and declared that
the interests of the people could
only be maintained by keeping all
branches of the general govern
ment safely republican. He recited
at length the evils Of free trade and
other democratic measures, and
the blessings which invariably at
tended republican legislation. Mr..
Dovener also declared for terrific
Iial expansion. He said that "Old
Glory" should never cease to float
over territory gained by the she'd
ding of our brave soldiers blood.
His remarks were frequently punct
usted with applause.
Chairman Hartman next intro
duced Chas. 7. Caldwell, ESQ, of
Parkersburg.
Mr.. Caldwell's address was pres-
nant with witticism and enlivenine
anecdote and kept the shivering
crowd in great humor. His politi.
cal talk was similar in its trend to
Captain Dovenor's. Many of his
sayings were epigrammatic. To
President Mckinley, a personal
friend, he gave splendid praise.
He combines in his character, said
Mr.. Caldwell, the mildness of a
Hays. the iron will and determine
ton of a Grant, the wisdom of a
Lincoln and the patriotism OF a
Washington. He prophecied a
triumphant election for both Cap
West Virginia daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1894-1902, 1898-10-13
X. of II. Cards.

Resident and visiting members
of Uniform Ranks, K. of P. are re-
quested to call at the Review Office
for visiting cards, with very hand
some embossed designs. We have
a large supply with all the very
latest designs. Our prices are very
reasonable and we can print them
tor you with your name and lodge
in ten minutes. Please bear this In
mind. We have a stock of twenty
five thousand SO all can be accom-.
modated. Remember the place,
the Review Office, Nos. Io7 and 100
Catherine street. Ioth-4t
West Virginia daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1894-1902, 1898-10-13
Notice.

Having formed law partnership
with M. D. Hanes, formerly of st.
Marys, w. Va, young man of
ability and integrity and of three
years experience, I hope it will be
the pleasure of my former clientage
to continue your patronage Of the
new firm, believing that your bus,
mess will be transacted to your en-
tire satisfaction by Mr.. Hanes, who
will be found at the office opposite
the city building.
GRO. M. Mccoy. 10 II 2w
West Virginia daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1894-1902, 1898-10-13
River Notes.

The water has lowered about
three inches since yesterday.
The Ruth started for Pittsburg
this morning, the first trip since the
tie-up.
The Lexington will be down from
Wheeling about 6 o'clock this even
ing.
The Eloise from Marietta left ct
five o'clock.
The Avalon will be down from
Pittsburg at five o'clock tomorrow
evening on her way to Parkers-
burg. She will arrive here on her
return to Pittsburg Saturday after
noon at o'clock.
West Virginia daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1894-1902, 1898-10-13

Mr.. J. B. Riggs, who is a candi-
date for Commissioner Of the Coun
ty Court, is in the city shaking
hands with his friends. He is a
bright and intelligent gentleman, a
man who has made success in his
own business and will therefore be
better qualified to run the county
in fair and economical business
way. Not only this, but above it
and way beyond is the fact that
with Mr. Riggs as a member IF the
County court, when the people OF
Sistersville have any demands or
requests to make from the court,
we will not have to ask first how
Hardman and his crowd stand on
the matter. Such change would
certainly be desirable. Our people
now have the opportunity to elect
such man, and every voter in the
city should see that Riggs is on
their ballot.
West Virginia daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1894-1902, 1898-10-13
A Happy Man.

II suffered with constipation and
dyspepsia for five years, never
having natural operation. After
eating l always felt as if there was
a great lump in my stomach. Four
packages of Thompson's Tonic Tea
entirely cured net. M. Nc
Cracker, 323 Washington Avenue,
Oil City, Pa.
Said by G. w. Grier.