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THE MISSES SOLMSON'S CARD
 PARTY-Misses Roella and Etta Solmson entertained at cards onlast Tuesday afternoon in honor of the
 visiting young ladies. Good taste was every where evinced in the deco ratioEs throughout their cozy resi- dence and the Misses Solmson per
 formed their duties as hostesses in a
 manner which showed conclnsively how eminently fitted they are as en-
 tcrtainers. There were four tables, each representing or bearing the name of a play, as follows: "The Christian" ''Cyrano De Bergerac, :" "Quo Vadis," and "A Southern Gentleman" A card bearing the name of a character in each of the above plays was presented each at tendant; for instance, the lady re- eeiving a card bearing the name of "Grace StandIeh" would act as a partner throughout the game for the lady having the card which bore the name of Ensign Eugene Heartwell, II. $. N." Both ot the last named characters are taken from "A South ern Gentleman" which W as present. ed in this city by Clay Clement and company recently.
 The parlor where the game pro- gresseG was beautifully arranged with decorations of chrysanthemums and evergr eens, together with a number of fancy pillows of several patriotic designs which were placed on chairs and the sofa III an inviting attitude. In the dining room an ele- gant repast was served, consisting of dainty and refreshing deli1acies, which were presented in courses. This apartment also pres ented hand somely arranged decorations and the soft glow of the large chandelier in the center of the festive quarters added still more beauty to the scene. The visitors prize was an elegant hand-painted hair receiver, and was captured by Miss Ophelia Erhmau, of Helena. Miss Hattie Franklin won the other, which was a costly bon bon box. The. entertainment was original in the extreme and the afternoon proved all the more enioy- able on that account. Those pres ent were Misses Hattie Franklin and guests, Claude anc Hannah Myar, of Camden. Josie and Blanche Bluthen- thai and gu st Bertie Attschu, of Chicago; May Meyer and guest, ,Ophe- iia Erhman, of Helena; Ida Dreyfus, Beatrice Weftheimer Brunette Alt- schul, Hertha Miller. Lillie Blum, Rena Rosenberg, and Roella and Et- ta Solmson; Mesdames J. c. Schloss, Adolph BlutheDtbal, Nose Solnson. Tillie Berlin and Fl. Solmson.
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At caucus of Democratic House members Saturday night ] resolL- ton introduced by Mir. Bailey was adopted declaring that hereafter a Democratic caucus shall be binding On all members who participate therein. The resolution was adopt ed by vote of 62 to 13. This is re- garded as very decided victory for Mir. Bailey A number of bis oppo- nents were not present and did pot participate in the caucus.
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THE LATEST .FAD-Embossed

THE LATEST FAD-Embossed
 monogram stationery is thelat- est thing in swell society circles. It is in very general use in social cor respondenee in the North and East, especially among the aristocracy. Embossed monogram stationery is ueat, pretty and attrective-noth- ing nicer It is pleasing to send and delightful to receive it, especially when the dainty and delicate mis- sive is from your sweetheart. 4 box of embossed monogram stationery will make an elegant Christmas pres ent, at moderate cost. samples ana prices at the Adams Wilson Printing Co. Call around and see samples.
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4 Patent Plant support.

A Western woman has patented plant support consisting of several wires twisted together to form an un- right stem, with ornamented loops at the top to hold the leaves and branches. while the bottom of the wire stem is shaped into curves to form an anchor.
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when n Jap naby is Born.

At the birth Of 2 Japanese baby g tree is planted, which must remain un- touched until the marriage day of the child. Then the tree is cut down and a skilled eabinet-maker transforms the wood into furniture, which is consider ed by the young couple as the most beautiful of all ornaments of the house.
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A Hnndsomn linton Rag.

A bag is one of the most convenient receptacles for small buttons, and 8 pretty one of medium size, nicely made and decorated, will be useful in girls room. To make it, cut from stout piece of cardboard round disk 31z inches in diameter, to act as button. Cover 1t with muslin; then select some pretty plain or figured material for the bag. Plush, cretonne, silk and denim are all seryiceable goods and offer 8 wide variety to choose from. Allow the bag to have a depth of 6 inches, and one inch from the top arrange draw strings to close the opening or mouth of the bag. Inclose the cardboard in.
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HAWTHORNE BOOK CIUB-The AA members of the Hawthorne Book Club, highly cultured and in teIlectual organization, met at the home of Mrs. John Nj. Elliott on last Wednesday afternoon. The home was beautifully d cora ted with hol- ly and ievergreens of every descrip- tion and au animated scene was pre- sented the visitors as they entered the lovely Elliott residence. The subject for discussion was "The Philippine Islands," The answers and talks on the above subject, which is agitating the minds of the American public at present, were we'll prepared and showed a thor ough study and thought on that subject. The geography. people, customs, etc., were reviewed in an entertaining manner. Interesting and instructive papers were read by Mesdames Lee Fox. ". D. Hearn. F. M. Hudson, $. M. Taylor, J. l.. Go rec and H. Riley A poem entitled, Legend Of the Philippines, was read by Mrs. E. W. Freeman. Ihe program was highly enjoyed by those present. The books which tbe members have acquired during the past month were distributed. After the rendition of the program the guests were invited into the hand somely decorated dining hall, where a seasonable and elegantly prepared luncheon was served. The center piece was handsome loving cup filled with gorgeous chrysauthe. nuns. A boquet of crimson carna- tions was placed Sat each guests plate. The originality of the enter tainment appealed strongly to the audience present, and altogether the entertainment was a most el ioya- ble one
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NOTICE

We, the undersigned citizens and land owd CTS of Pulaski Lonoke and Jefferson cOun- ties, hereby give notice that We will petition and ask the next General Assembly Of the State Qf Arkansas, which cOnVenes in Janha- " le99 to pass bill creating a special Levee Taxing District under some suitable name out of chat portion of the above named conn ties, no8th of the Arkansas river. that are overHowed or effected by the overiiows from the ArSansas river or any of it's inlets or outlet tsEsctween q point at or near Reeds Landing and 9 point at or mar v'bab is known asthe Caldwell Place and such oiher territory as may seem proper and jnst So q district to have the power t0 levy t la8 c the real propertg within aid district for te purpose of building sad fuaiutainnw levy from q point ator near the said teed's l4and- ing to point at CT near the caldwell Place aE further it necessary, in such maHae. and direction as may be determined, to pro feet the ian2s above mentioned from over flow.
 Witness our hand and signatures this22ad day of Nov is9s.
 J. L. Y0Wei w. N Morris
 5. $ Williams, & q Virgins
 0. r. Robinson, j. c. Cross,
 J. R,sWayne, J. B. Estes
 J. Ii. Laster R. A Litfle w5t
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BACHELOR MAIDs-Owing to the ID appearance of Creston Clarke and company here last Wednesday
 night, the Bachelor Maids were en- tertained Tuesday evening instead by one of it's most popular and en- thusiastic members, Miss Grace York. The jolly party chaperoned by Mrs. A. s. Trigg, repaired 10 the handsome home of Capt. and Mrs. J. B. York. on West Fifth avenue, and there spent one of the most pleasant nights ever enjoyed since the clubs organization. Only ladies were present and everyone in attendance was in "a mood to have q good time,
 and 1heir Intentions were certainly
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Royal wedding Cake.

Royal wedding cakes are never sent out until they have matured at least six months. The actual baking process lasts from five to seven hours. So great is the demand for cake on the oc- casion of q royal wedding that the makers have always q stock of more than 2,000 pounds in the seasoning room.
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DFBUTANTEA Although the

DEBUTANTE4 Although there "A are but few debutantes as yet. there are a number to be introduced into Pine Bluffs great social whirl this season. In this issue we are at Hberey to announce the coming out' of a daugher of one of Pine Bluffs oldest and most respected families, Miss Claude, the accomplished daughter of MT. and Mcs. Chas. Veil. This young lady will make her ini- tial bow into society at the Yonng Mems Hebrew Association New Yea T Ball on the night of Dec. 3l. She will be received with open hands by the club members.
 THE INFORMAL EUcHRE GLIB
 As stated in our last Sunday s issue, new euchIe club has been or
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The services at the First Baptist church today will be conducted by the pastor, Rev. C. w. Daniel, at II a. m. and D. n. Subject: "Uncon- scious Excellence and Unblushing She De."
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S. H. zoller has fixed up Santa Claus window for the children. It Is especially attractive and the chil- dren are invited to see it.
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The jury commissioners, Messre. Fred Fox, c. H. Triplett and j. A. Batn, completed their duties Satur- day morning.
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Gen. Davis and tke New York regiment reached Havana, and were ostentatiously welcomed by the na- tives. Gen Davis will be governor of Pinar del Rio.
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We are glad to announce the re. covery of Miss Eva Mann. who has been confined to her home for the past week with fever.
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u STORM PARHY-Thursday even lia ing Rrowd of young societ y p Ople surprisingly assembled at the lne of Nj and Mrs. ]. G. Taylor a. South walnut street, and enjoy ( an ev5nlpg of unalloyed pleasure. T. Storm Party" was the title and
 He it toUk the host aud hostess
 storm they neverthele were
 Ire than Equal to the occasion and 'a played 1heir usual hospitality. ' guestsswere greatly entertained teds playing eharades aud other le hsemenfsof as much enjoyment. 'r lsonabler refreshmenrs were served g courses bf the hostess who was .eIg assisted by hersister, Mrs. Thos aa, of Mptucky. Those present
 se Misse Emma Mann, Willie
 lrt, EyaAnd Mamie Mann, Marion
 Reba Re"oody, Owen Hogg ''s MaudqStanley; Messrs. H. B. aiisell, Harw and PIE. Crutcher, M. uAson, J h Thach, ". T. Brush saTracy Nills, Masters Jesse and
 anell Shea Mr' and Mrs. J G.
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Mrs. Geo. W. Linsey returned Sat- urday from Altheimer, where the was the guest of relatives for several days.
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Mrs. Nj. NJ. Spellman, of Heber, Ark, is the guest of her son, MT. o. M. Spellnan and family, on Lake side.
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Easily Explained.

Young Wife: T wonder the birds don't come here any more. I used to throw them bits of cake made, and"
 Young Husband: That accounts for if
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Nil. Fred M, Hudson will lead the men meeting at the Merrill Insti- ute this afternoon at o'clock.
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aRIBD REOPLE.S EUCHRE
 n9sG sGL0 Tuesday evening last
 D p.greatiy Wtinguished in a social l al rants ho less than SIX var .4 on; u'''e' Ohe oi 7 s red the Mrried Peoples Euchre ,nal9y Mrs. H. Riley at her ele- oephome oMest second avenue. 'enexas by nf neans +ho eua4 =. tin6. nant a
 ghtHr r,iale,l b orsoIs -. . ,'es "os pes 'roll l,,. :" ''os esS's'' eadS os 9 cl,a*.ni, ' oiiee : U.
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HE X CLUB-The members of
 tke Xy Club were most cordial received Dy Hon. Fred Fox at his me on Lakeside last Thurs 7 evening An elegant sun- which bad been prepared was artlly partaken Of and enjoyed. .er wbsb the gentlemen present voted their attention to the study "water A very interesting and ghly eniayable discourse on this bieet Ewas delivered by our able vsielan Dr. [. Orto. He explained the intsfested assemblage the ne lsity of good pure water. what ef- ssts it has on the bnman body, etc. s subjeeN was ably handled and Ee suhieck oi much favorable dis ssion. Mr. Fox is q host of grea B Espitalitx and entertains his guests 1th iHcteristic Southern grace d good eheer.
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Mir. and Mrs. ]. NJ. Taylor left on the Cotton Belt Saturday for several points in Texas.
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A marriage license was issued Sat urday by County Clerk Flanders tC W. L. Austin, age IS, and Lucy J Brown, age r, both of Randall, Ark
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e,nrfish Women TaiIer.

English women are said by recent sxcaan ae to average two inches more height than Americans.
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Mrs. J. W. Adams is confined to her home on account of illness.
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Mir. J. F. Clemmons, ofSwan Lake is among our Sabbath visitors.
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Dr. T. Bowles. of Dumas, Fas a business visitor in the city Saturday
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NJ. H. EUCHRE AND DANCE iea On ast Tuesday evening the geAbers oN Nthe Young Mems He-
 ' AssoeMtion participated in a
 sfessiye Mehre at their club on 1T ' SecoW avenue. Eleven well le tables Rpnstituted the assem- CT se and tlm game progressed with ralh intere apd mirth. The prizes
 capta 'By Miss Bertie Alt. a1 of chiMgo, who won the la
 prize, Ach was handsome Il f ring 2 Mrelet, and Mr J Ja- pos of NewAork City. who eaptur- n fe gentidman's prize, which was nppdy mqMtache comb. A booby - was Nrded Rabbit. $. Kern- $ d It waM a toy drum. upon llnsh vas mted the words Easy
 t8at. r the pleasant game
 'hre th commodious dancing cieafRd and with the aid of ha' orchesMa, dancing was enjoy te lntil Mte hour. A splendid iore of rei 9Mhments was served by beiqx. the terer.
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Messrs. ]. H. Thach and Tracy Mills are visiting at Fairfield today.
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[From Sundays Daily.l

Mir. Jeff Hicks left Saturday for Texas. on a business trip.
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0TTT7zx IF PROGkhssEs r
 The as s,,rial program that was scessfuIly carried out last weeh IS a yaried and brilliant one, { ..., ore nsn. .scss of cultured visitors 4s sses pp% Iasy 'sy'i in the city, the opera T, t.aetiass are drawing crowds Of itors ro,u neighboring towns d the sseial season is now in It's blast rbe event of the week ol pst i'm 5ortance was the appear ce of 1reeton Clarke and company last wednesday evening. As nas Ieadv bsen announced in the local Iumns it was a brilliant success my other plays of equal impor- lee are set to arrive, and the box will donbtless be occupied onthese ,asions py the most exclusive sefs' 10. in ttelr prettyevening toilettes' Il mako fbese gatherings brilliant ,ial affairs. Then, too. there is sY.M.HA. New Year Ball, to .her with children fancy dress Il, whtsh will be given on the night
 DecersAer 3lst, and the annual Il of thy brotherhood lof Railway ahmed. which takes place Friday ,ht. Dscember 30th. anu many ler fopctions oi as much social portanSp that are yet to be heard m. Pine Bluff society has never ore h ysl the honor of enjoying h a 4fand social wave as the ssent, md the indications are that will continue with as much zeal l succesa until the close of the so-
 season in the Spring.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1898-12-31
ESTABLISHED IN 1871.

VICTOR M. TORBERT, Editor ard Publisher.
HENRY R. TORBERT, Prorri'tcr
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by eating the people of se Philippines justly nearly The
entire population Of the Philippine Islands will be Intelligent
usions prosperous, self inning and conented people
General Merritt and General Whipple, who
meter ami made stndy OF the people, both speak the highest
terms Of them s intelligent and capable give them good
government there will he little difficulty. II not
r"tgg and political hacks and with
making MONEY there these people, if show wisdom
and sincerity of purpose there will difficulty the
government The Philippines Of course be admitted
of the Union They by us at first some
what in the manner Of the British in East India
But matter what method now adopt there
will he nothing in the way by present adoption
islands becoming part of the United at eud
OF hundred any other PERIOD thr development
should he such as to render the establishment of that relation
ard proper.
General Merritt stated in an interview:
II firmly believe in the retention OF the Philippines
do otherwise dispose to any other nation
it will certainly prcpita and they yet capable
governing themselves Until that time the best can to
give them good military government give them what civilians
necessary administer the civil functions governments and
when they ready to form them
our blessing and let them do
"Do believe that the time will come? certainly he
iev that in time they will be capable OF administering
government How soon, OF course must depend largely cir
cumstances and the sort of they given
do not believe the people Of the Philippines expect
receive anything like statehood but they
colonial government
What is needed is simple military administration which
can be easily furnished The residents Manila and of the
other parts of the Archipelago who informed intensely
anxious that the United States shall retain control"
When asked what he thought of the proposed
standing the general had
believed such increase necessary.
I'VE need standing of at least rs 900 here in the
United States he declared Now that have acquired the
territories shall need fe.: But my % 600
amply suf ent for all possible emergencies
Porto Rico and the Philippines put the The
in the United States for garrison duty.
'It larger force is wanted in the Philippines
be had from among the natives General Merritt
By offering the native soldiers with American
effective army for duty in the islands be quck,
time, perhaps, wouu resemble the British army in
India, where the greater part of the natives TIE
Fipno anxious enlist in such service
made into effective soldiers"
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END OF THE VOLUNTEER ARMY

ME issuance by Adjntant General Corbn of preliminary
the month"; marks the final passing OF the volunteer
army called into existence the Spain as it
will terminate the existence o. practically all Of regiments
Southern camps, well those militia organizations in
Manila Cuba and Porto Rico which relieved by
Regulars and returned 10 their homes.
The decision dispense with all the remaining
except about % 000 temporarily required beyond the boundaries
of the United States has been consideration
by the War Department The orders have been fastened by
reassuring official reports regarding conditions in Cuba which
make it clear that it will be unnecessary maintain large
force in the Southern States precautionary
against outbreaks in that island The Presidents the
South also had its effect that
camps in South Car lima Georgia Alabama would probably
soon become infected with typhoid in spite all the sanitary
regulations that could be devised evident
volunteers unhadenp the gors camp life would be
exposed suffering Of violent
perature insufficient shelter
Adiutant General Corbin conlen that
fifty volunteer regiments will be accomplished by the Of
January the pompnes being due the fact that the mastering
out organization thoroughly experienced and proceed
with great rapditv.
In his preliminary orders the AdutantGeneral directed the
WORK OF preparing the begun Immediately all
the volunteer regiments in Southern camps He thinks the first
OF these will be completed January
rapidly the regiments ready for discharge they will be sent
to their homes and their will be released General Corbn
says that far possible the State quotas will be respected in
the selection Of the regiments in
this likely that by the end January regiments
single State will be left in the service
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tho United States in the international arena
is regarded as decidedly distasteful and dan
gerous The American theory OF popular
government put into practical demonstration
right under the eyes OF all Europe would give
an impetus to the ever increasing demand OF
the masses for true political liberty, and thus
imperil the reiEning dynasties. The llrmuess
and dignity with which the American Peace
Commissioners have conducted the negotia
tions with the Spanish Commissioners and
the generosity shown by US toward helpless
foe have demonstrated that we are not only
people OF uneNceIcd strength Of character,
but eminentiy just and fair. But our perfect
willingness to accept the fullest responsibility
for the proper government Of the new terri
tory that has come into our possession, and
the solemn Assurance given that equal and
exact justice shall be exercised toward the
inhabitants, and MAJ they shall as sEeediy as
possible be accorded the enjoyment of the
blessings of our free institutions is not appre-
ciated abroad. We owe it to ourselves to
view the situation rightly, and not drag a
question OF such momentous Importance
down TO the low level OF partisan political
differences. We did not seek the PHILIPPINES.
We had no intention whatever ut the outset