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The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1898-05-11
Wheat Supplies at Low Ebb.

The statistical position of wheat at
the present time is most interesting
one Even the most cursory exami-
nation of the figures of supplies,
alike in this country and Europe, will
show the shortsightedpess of those
who credit the recent sharp advance
in prices of this staple to the fear of
interruption of shipment from this
country, which is at present and for
fully year past has been the deter
mining factor in the wheat trade of
the world Just how critical the
position is now is we'll brought out
by the figure of stocks held in this
country and abroad on May l, teIe-
graphed and cabled to Bradstreet's
The stock of wheat in this conn-
try and Canada on May / was 3d.
900 900 bushels. the smallest total
held at that date for ten years past,
II, 600, 900 bushels smaller than one
year ago, over 100000 bushels
smaller than at that date in 1896, 56,-
600, 900 bushels smaller than in 1895,
and IS. 600 900 bushels smaller than
on May i, 1893
Both east and west of the Rocky
mountains in this country and Cana
da. it will be seen, the stocks Of
,rboot hove reached extremely low
points, and the date when new crop
wheat may be expected to be availa-
bic in any quantity is still months
away The available supply. it might
be observed, decreased in this coun-
try and Canada over 10 100000 BUSH
els during April, the heaviest falling
off shown in any month for long
time past
When coqpizance is taken of Eu-
ropean supplies, the situation is like
wise found to be an extremely inter-
esting one.
The total combined stock on May
held in this country, Canada. Europe
and afoat. is shown to be only lO0,-
$50 900 bushels, smaller by 7.0OO.-
600 bushels than year ago, 46,OOO.-
900 bushels smaller than two years
ago and 72,000,6O0 bushels smaller
than in 1895
An approximation Of the worlds
visible supply shows a decrease dur
ing April Of 1887 600 bushels as
against q decrease of 5.789, 900 bush.
els in March. 7 667 1000 bushels in
February, and 7ll,000 bushels in
January The decrease in April.
furthermore, beside heavily exceed
ing the decreases in recently preced-
ing months. compares with decreases
of 15.17S,O0 bushels in April year
ago, and of 1852 600 bushels in
April. 1896, or nearly as large fall
ing of as occurred in years when
the larger volumes of supplies made
the decreases shown appear smaller
oy comparison. With the above
statistics in mind the present excited
state of the wheat market may be
eaaly understood even when the pos
sibilities of large returns from crops
now growing are considered As has
be frequently pointed out hereto
fore, the aggressive strength of the
market is largely centered in the
more immediate positions Brad
steet's
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1898-05-11
Case of rheumatism Cured
by Chamberlain Pain Balm

Nv son was sf1cted with rheumatism
which contracted his right limb until he ~as
unable to walk Alter using one ADD nalf
bottles of Chamberlain's Pain Balm he was
able to b. about again can heartily re-
commend i, TO pereons e-fering from rheu-
mati.m JOHN SNIDEa, Free,,. Calhoun Co.,
W. Va. For sale by A. ]. China.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1898-05-11

7 have been sufferer from chronic disr-
rhcea ever since tie war and b'Ve used Az
kinds OF medicines for it At last ! foono
one remedy that has bee snrcees 20 cure,
and that is Cham berlain's Colo Cholera ara
Diarrhoea Remedy p b. GRIsHAA, GaaFs
Mile. is. For sale nv A. ]. CHINA
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1898-05-11

One lot Lisse Organdie. worth 15c
at 12ac
Crash. specially suited to outing and
bicycle suits. worth l25c at S3c
One small lot of Zephyr Suitings,
worth 12ac at &c
Special From our Hosiery Depart
aent.
Our fine 35c, 8 pair for 81, fine tan
and black Hose at 25c
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1898-05-11

Clothing and Furnish
ing Department.
8 lots our Sc so Mems all wool
light spring Suits at 81. 81
2 lots our SO 90 Mems all wool
light spring Suits at S6.49
4 lots our sl2 so Mems all wool
light spring Suits at $40
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1898-05-11
A Strong Fertilization.

A@&h OA3SS IA 80 -
Fortify the body againstd disease
by TUFTS Liver Pills, an abso-
lutecure for sick headache, dys-
pepsia, sour stomach, malaria,
constipation, jaundice, bilious
ness and all kindred troubles.
"The Fly=Wheel of Life =
Dr.. Tut; Your Liver Pills are
the hy-wheel oflife. l shall ever
be grateful for the accident that
broughtthemto my notice. ] feel
as if I hada new lease of lie.
.Fairleigh, Platte Cannon, Col.
TUFTS Liver Pills
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1898-05-11

soils where it is up to fine stands ant
ic the more easterly counties is be
ing cultivated and chopped out. Or
stiff lands the surface is 80 orustee
! and baked that cotton cannot come
up readily The recent cool weather
gave cotton a severe setback and
number of correspondents reported
the plants dying Fields are report
ed grassy in Edgeie'd and Kershaw
| Probably more than the usual amount
of replanting is necessary, as whole
fields are being replowed aud re-
planted Planting is not entirely
finished, bus the area yet to plant is
small and confined principally to the
upper portions of che State. although
planting Sea Island cotton still con.
tinues The region devoted to this
variety has been too dry for its best
development
Reports on wheat continue tavora.
bic except that rust has developed to
sligh. extent in Anderson, Green
vile, Lexington, Newberry, Laurens
and Spartanburg counties. Wheat is
heading, but the straw is short.
As oats near maturity the pros
poets for a full crop diminish in many
sections, although over tho northeast
ern, northern and western counties its
condition continues very promising
In Bamberg and Barnwel' counties 9
fly mas attaked oats. while over the
southeastern counties generally it has
been too dry. Oats are heading with
the straw short. Spring oats are
looking fine
Some rice is still being planted and
the stapd, color and general condi-
ton of this crop has shown marked
improvement during the week
Transplanting tobacco 10 being
rushed to completion The weather
has, ON the whole. been too cool for
young plants to grow well, but this
crop has received no serious set back,
although in some places cut worms
and grasshoppers damaged it more
Or less.
Sweet potato sets are being trans
planted. but not as yet to any great
extent Draws are not very plentl-
fnl. Irish potatoes appear to De do
ing finely. except in Charleston and
Beaufort counties, where they will
not yield more than one fourth OF q
crop
Melons have not shown much, if
any. improvement and have not made
satisfactory growth. except in Will
liamsourg county, where the vines
are growing nicely.
Fruit prospects vary greatly
throughout ihe State, being exceed
ing promising in places while in other
places there will be none Pears
appear to be dropping badly and do
ing poorly Peaches give promise OF
a fair average crop generally, and 10
Greenwood county the trees are over.
loaded. The winds of the week
SHOOK much fruit off the trees, al
though it is thought to the advantage
of the fruit remaining on the trees.
The crop of wild berries promises to
be quite plentiful
Gardens are backward but are
looking we'll and yielding seasonabie
vegetsb es in abundance
Large shipments of garden truck
and berries continue from the Charles
ton, Williamsburg and Florence
truck raising districts
Chinch bugs have made their ap-
pearance on all grains in Chester and
York counties in those sections
where they did so much damage dur
ing 1897.
Another Case of Rheuma1sm Cured
by Chamberlain Pain Balm
Nv son was sfi,cted with rheumatism
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1898-05-11
WAR! war! WAR!

But the white" is vitcori-
Gus. We are now selling sew
ing machines from ten dollars
up We have 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
fo, now onoo
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1898-05-11
SILKS.

One lot striped and checked Wash
Silks. at tlTc
One lot fancy Silks, regular 4oc
goods at 29c
One lot fancy Silks, regular soc
goods at 39c
One 10. plain TafEeta Silks, price
75c at &c
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1898-05-11
Soldiers Ordered to Tampa

Soldiers Ordered to Tampa.
late Orders from The Wal
Department Yesterday.
Yesterday vas an eyenttul one viii
onr volunteer soldiery. The orders
from tie War Department Dn Monday
we're % she effect that the South Caro-
Ina sroops would be cent to Chicks
manga, OF rssber that the frss battalion
6 sSoroughly organized would be-
esierdsy different orders we're re-
caiised and these latter smack much
;aof asr and Cnba. The orders we're re-
ssised 81 Governor Eaerbe shortly be-
fore noon yesterday aud came 10 the
! Shape Of : telegram from tho War De-
parchment
The message vas as follows
RsferriDg TO my telegram Of May
7on are informed that owing to
changed conditions the destination Of
I troops Of your State neotiened therein
has besn change from Camp George
Thomas, Georgia. to cs.npa. Flori
da, aud sili Re ssnt there provided
yonr troops are uniformed, armed and
equipped for aervice.
b A. AIGsR.
e.Ssoretary Of War. =
When this change got noised abroad
,hsre Vas much speculation among
tbs troops as to what companies would
form the battalion to be sent to the
from. All agreed that the change
meant tina. par. Of the Carolina sol
disr's would be included in the army
of ipvasion, and be it said to tbs
eternal credit Of every officer aud man
ID the three camps. that they are all
anxious to be included 10 that htss bat
tslion
BIZ common consent the battalion
,hss viii go to Tampa and probably
from saa. place to Cuba is nov spoken
Of as the ..First Battalion" It may
rank as 6rst. second or third ia the
cf6ciai military scaie. when the bat
,aIiors are really made up. but 1t is
frss in importance at present and
thereby secures its name. Who will
com nsnd this battalion aud What
5eompaoies viii compose il are she
qasssiops on every lip Lieu. Colonel
Tiliman and all three majors are
aoxious for the honor, aud frienda q
Z ali the officers will hustle to secure the
appointment for their favori'e,
The appointment of both command
aad troops to this battalion rests abso
lu:ely With Governor E'lerbe aud be il
Is silent as the sphyox on the subject
He is quietly waiting for the companies
10 be mustered in before saying
word on the subject; as the battalion il
wanted as soon as possible it is reason
able to suppose that the ffst four com
paoies mustered in will receive th'
hooor. The Abbeville volunteers ar
nov ready. The Catawba Riass lack
but a few men and are only waiting t
have pew recruits examined to secur
. full complement. Recruiting ofhse
are ont from eli compaoies working lik
beavers and it will be race for .h
honor.-Columbia Register. May IL.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1898-05-11
Ole dNatt1nall all0 Soatgtoll.
"WEDNESDAY, May II, 1898.

The Sumter Waschnaan was fonndep
IA 1850 aud the True Soaahaoa in 1866.
B The Waschnsan and Sosaaron nov has
ssns combined circulation and influence
.f both Of the old papers, and is mani
festly the best advertising medium in
sSsmter
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1898-05-11
Lawns. Etc.

Lawns, Etc.
One lot 800 yards, plaid Lawns,
worth 7c at SC
One lot plaid and striped Lawns,
worth 10c at 7ac
One lot extra fine plaid -awus,
worth 18c at 1870
One lot Guipere Lace organdie,
worth SC at SIC
1Oc at 7c
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18
yellow JaundIce Cured.

Suffering humanity should be supplied
with every means possible for it's relief.
1t is with pleasure we publish the follow
ing: "Tbis is to certify that was ter
rible sufferer from Yellow Jaundice for
over six months, and was treated by
some OF the best physicians in our city
and all to no avail. DR.. Bill, our drug
gist, recommended Electric Bitters; and
after taking two bottles, was entirely
cured. IEnow take great pleasure in
recommending them to anv person suffer
ing from this terrible malady. | am
gratefully yours, NJ. A. hogarty, Lexing
ton, KY" Sold by d. t. Macdonald
Calumet, and at Belhumeur's, Lake Lin
den.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18
From the Front.

The following is synopsis OF letter
received yesterday from Louis Either, son
OF Mr., and Mrs. Alex Either, OF Scott
street. who is now at the iront a member
OF Company F, OF Houghton. The lc.ter
was dated June %:
We arrived here at place called Guam
taimo. in Cuba, yesterday afternoon. We
are all well. They speak about this being
terrible country, but 80 far we find
it much better than we did in Virginia.
The weather is very warm but there are
large shade trees all around so we are
yeay much pleased with the place, in fact
il is much better than we thought it
would be. The water is also much better
than what we had in Virginia.
This is the place where the first landing
oil troups was made. Now there Is about
1000 Cubans here and they will do any
thing we ask them to do. They say that
there is little chances of the boys seeing
any fighting. We are about nine miles
from the city OF Santiago, and they say
that the regular army men are now with
in five miles OF that city and continually
hemming the Spaniardsin. 1t isexpected
that the American feet will lombard the
forts at the entrance OF the city OF Santi-
ago today. The officers think that when
Santiago is taken we will be stationed
there to hold it. The Cubans say the
Spaniards are towards and will surely
run when they see our army.
Our camp Is in valley and the scenery
is very pretty. Cocoanuts grow on the
palm trees. They are not quite ripe now
but we can drink the milk. The lime tree
also grows here whose fruit Is almost
like our lemon. Our Captain said this
morning that after we are here short
time we can eat all these fruits without
fear OF being sick. He said no one should
worry that we were all safe here. We
are about one-half mile from the ocean
and all our company will 20 In bathing
this afternoon. At Camp Alger We had
to walk about three miles to 60 bathing
Don't worry II my letters do not come
regularly. l will write often. The only
thing being the chance to mail them. but
will do the best / can about that. Ihavt
a camera with me 80 l can get grea,
many pictures to show you when gel
back.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18
All Aboard for the Camel!

Don't forget the excursion OF the Red
Jacket Congregational church to Port
age Lake Canal on Thursday next. 1t
will leaye the railroad station at =
O'Clock Thursday embarking one hour
later at Hancock on the beautiful and
conmodious Hennes barge and willreac
the entrance to the canal an 1870 giy-
ing almost the entire day to romp and
recreate on the shores OF Lake Superior.
Music. games, and sports and a jolly
good time. Don't fail to 60.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18

country. The society will meet at their
hall in the Winners building. from which
place, headed by the Calumet band, they
will parade the principal streets OF the
city aud proceed in body to the park.
There the daywill be spent in merrymaking
and dancing and other amusements in
dulged in. Refreshments OF every de-
scription will be served and the usual
good time is romised. In the evening a
ball will be given at Winners Hall as a
fitting wind-up OF the days doings.
Stages will be run between the city and
park during the day and evening.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18
The Rechablse celebration.

On Saturday afternoon theI Rechabites
OF Calumet INDUCED in their annual re-
union. After parading the streets OF the
city, headed by the Red Jacket band,
they marched to the Tamarack grove
where the day was very pleasantly spent
in outdoor amusement. In the evening
novel feature in these partisan open air
concert was given, and which was at
tended by large numbers Of Others than
Rachabites. All the numbers on the pro-
gram were well rendered and received.
The manuel Of arms and the bayonet
exercises according to British infantry
tactics, gone through by a squad OF ex'
British soldiers, was the number on the
program. and from the precise manner
the tactics were gone through elected
great applause.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18
Spanish Papers Say Ca
mara Has a "ShOW'
Squadron.
Pe|ayo and Carlos Are ALI Right
Situation at Santiago Less Serious Than
Feared Only 800 Cases Now Re
ported From There.
ESPECIAL TO THE EVENING NEWS.

copyrighted 1898 by American Press Association
MADRID July 1SSome papers publish distressing accounts OF
the condition squadron They the battesp Pc
ayo and the good condition. but the Others
are generally show The minister's statements papers,
continue to peace impossible under the present con-
ditions
WAsmSGvoN July 1S-Ofa advces from Santiago place
tire number of fever 800 less The situation is less
serious than feared order has been given to complete all
preparations Watsons squadron sail the end OF this
week The army Porto Rco will consist OF $500
CAMP NEAR SANTIAGO July 16The surrender has been def
ntey settled arms turned morning and the
troops will be marched prisoners of The Spanish
coors will be hauled and the American flag hosed at
o'clock. Signed
SHAFTER Major General
WASHINGTON July 16Toals request that soldiers be allowed
70 retain their arms and the guns will become the property
Of United States Spanish Santiago will sail for Spain
not later than the 25h According to statement made at
and other Spanish naval officers
captured at Santiago arrived Annapolis and confined at
naval academy.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18

Ensign and Mrs. Galley. OF the Saliva
ton Army corps OF Minneapolis, con-
Quoted services at the Salvation Army
barracks yesterday in the interest OF chill
dren's work. The ensign is a very inter.
esting talker and all the meetings were
well attended and conducted, much good
being done.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18

The German picnic will be followed TO-
morrow evening by grand ball at VIII
mers' Hall at which Morgan's orchestra
will furnish the music. A cordial INVITA-
ton is extended to all and an enjoyable
time ia promises as this event never fails
in being a great success.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18
HOTEL ARRIVALS.
THE ARLINGTON HOTEL.
MERz & MUIR. PROPS.

LII. Martin Fulton, ILL.,; W. M. Gillett.
Chicago; Walter Anderson. Cleveland;
Charles H. Fisk, o. l.. Heath, Allen
Bricker, Miss Mamie e. Doughton. Miss
Anna Maher, Miss Teresa Lemmer, De-
troit: Miss Nettie Long, MISS Mollie Nc
Grath Miss Alice McKendrick, Pat Scan
Ion, Tim Mccarthy, Thomas J. Kearney,
Thomas Bartle, Mr.. and Mrs. Lewie,
Charles Erickson, j. II. Hicock. j. M.
Harris, q. II. Michals, Hancock; 5. Mos
ton. Milwaukee: P. Patenaude. Marquette
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18
Their Animal Picnic.

Tomorrow the German Aid society will
give their annual picnic at 'hs Section
sixteen park, This event 10 looked for
ward TO from one year to another BY
both old and young, and should the
weather prove favorable &c will be at
tended By peopls from al over The copper
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18

Mrs. John Baudoin, OF Waterworks
street, on Monday underwent surgical
operation at the Calumet and hecla nos
pital. The patient is now doing as nice
" as can be expected.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18

Bajari & Ulseth. the contractors, have
lust completed eight new dwelling houses
on the ground adjoining the Sacred
Heart Heart church. The houses will be
rented to employees OF the company.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18

NOTICE Is hereby given that the com
~ mon council OF The village 81 Red Jacket
will receive bids for the construction OF tire
station according 70 the plane and specifica-
ions made by @. X. shand, architect and SUI
perintendent. All bids must be accompanied
with a certified check for per cent of the
amount OF the bid. and flied with the clerk OF
said village on or before the % day OF August.
A D. 1898. The council reserves the right to-
reject any and all bids The plans and speci-
locations may be seen at the Office OF the yin
LACE clerk or at the Office of G. Il shand
July ~. 1898. a WILLIAM w. ELLIS,
Village Clerk.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18

Mr.. Christoi Fox, OF Houghton, trans-
acted business here today. Mr.. Fox will
be a candidate for the nomination for
county treasurer on the Republican ticket.
and he incidentally looked after his fences
at this end OF the line.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18
LODGE MEETINGS.

A special meeting will be held Tues
dey evening. July 10, BY Court Lafay cite
No. 26, F. Of A., at their hall.
G. b. CLoUTIER, G. X.
j. GALPEAu, Secretary.
A regular meeting OF Lady Gladstone
Lodge. Daughters a st. George. viii be
held Wednesday evening, July 70. All
members are requested to BE- present. as
business Of importance 10 to b transact
IN AsENATH MoYLE, r. 8.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18

Mrs. James MacNaughton. accompan-
led by her daughter, arrived in the city
this afternoon from Iron Mountain and
will visit for time at the home OF her
father, MIR. John Morrison, OF Calumet
avpnue
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18
BucEIen's Arnica saIve.

The best salye in the world for Cuts,
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Fever
Sores, letter, Chapped Hends. Chilblains
Corns and all Skin Eruptions and posi-.
lively cures Piles or no pay required. II
is guaranteed TO give perfect satisfaction
or money refunded. Price 20 cents pei
box. For sale by ID. T. Macdonald. Calu
met, and Belhumuer's, Lake Linden.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18

S EALED PROPOSALS for executiono
- carpenter work aud Dlastering for dwellings
20 be erected on the location will be received
at the Office OF the Arcadian Copper Company
until Thursday, July 81, at O'Clock p, IN.
Specifications and drawings are now ready at
the mine Office. Right Is reserved TO reject
any or all bids, or TO award CONT act 10 other
than lowest bidder, and bonds for proper exc
cution OF the work will be required.
EDGAR KIDWELL Superintendent
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18

Mr.. and Mrs. Alfred Gareau took ad-
vantage OF the cheap rates to Canada
and left last evening on the special train
on a visit to Mr.. Gareau's old home.
This is the first time in twenty five years
that he has visited the scenes OF his child
hood
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18

Notwithstanding that Saturday was
PAYDAY at several OF the mines here both
Saturday and Sunday were unusually
ouiet. No arrests have so far been re-
ported.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18

The weather OF yesterday and today
was the warmest experienced here this
season and hundreds OF our people spent
yester day at the lake shore where the
cool breezes from off the lake weregreatly
appreciated.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1898-07-18

BoRN-On Thursday, the 18th inst, &c
Mr.. and Mrs. Will Marston, daua hter
Roth mother and child are doing nicely